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FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (19-24): J & A O’Neill (19 wins from 91 runners, 21%) runs MERSEY STREET
Longest Traveller: TEDDY MAC trained by I Duncan, Coylton, 205 miles.
1 LET’S GO JOE (GB) (28) P-64521
6 12-0
Br B g Cannock Chase (USA) - Super Faida (IRE) Ben Smith (8) J
O Hardscrabble Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Killashee House Limited Swansway S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a losing sequence with a career best in 13-runner handicap hurdle at Doncaster (19.4f, good) 28 days ago. Up 5lb but he’s not taken lightly over this longer trip. TFRHHHHI BHA100
2 PERCULATOR (GB) (26) 4-00133 CD 7 12-0
Br B m Telescope (IRE) - Ancora (IRE) Tom Midgley J
O M Downing Hrl & Maximum Racing Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Dr Bryan Mayoh Cube3 Construction Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who posted a good third of 11 in handicap hurdle at Carlisle (19.3f, soft) 26 days ago. Back up in trip and can go well again off the same mark. TFRHHHII BHA100
TIMEFORM VIEW Proved a model of consistency during 2022/23 campaign for this yard but he hasn’t shown much spark in 4 starts since returning from a 17-month absence in June. Cheekpieces are retried here. TFRHHIII BHA98
4 ALMUHIT (IRE) (17) 0-50605 5 11-10
Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Ezima (IRE) Isabelle Ryder (10) J
O Mr Justin Carthy Gary Brown, Swindon T
B Shadwell Estate Company Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden hurdler at his best but proving disappointing for this yard. Back up significantly in trip now with tongue tie added and cheekpieces also refitted. TFRHHIII BHA96
5 THE QUESTIONER (IRE) (444) 11343/2- CD 8 11-8
Br Ch g Ask - Cush Bach (IRE) Tristan Durrell J
O The Salmon Family Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B R. McCarthy Amelia Knight Holdings Limited, Swansway S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who shaped well when second in handicap at Huntingdon (25f) 14 months ago. Yard is going well so he’s very much one to consider despite his long absence.
TFRHHHII BHA94
6 GEORDIE NIGHT (GB) (43) 0450-52 5 11-7
Br Gr g Geordieland (FR) - Night Symphonie Tom Broughton J
O MMG Racing Nick Kent, Brigg T
B R. J. & S. A. Carter Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd. S
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 3m 26y
7 JELSKI (GER) (38) 055500 D 10 11-7
Br B g Kallisto (GER) - Just Zoud Leah Noreci (10) J
O The Running In Rail Partnership James Moffatt, Cartmel T
B J. Ditscheid Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner over fences at Cartmel last summer but it’s been a struggle for the most part this year over fendes and hurdles, tried in a visor on last two. Cheekpieces go back on now TFRHHIII BHA93
8 PADDY O’MAHLER (IRE) (13) 43-P660 6 11-6
Br B g Mahler - Miss Massini (IRE) William Maggs J
O McGoldrick Racing Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Elizabeth Gavin Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden and cheekpieces on for 1st time when a solid seventh of 16 in handicap hurdle at Newcastle (20.3f, good to soft) 13 days ago. Needs considering. TFRHHHII BHA92
9 THE BIG BREAC (IRE) (16) 33/-0602 7 11-1
Br B or Br g Malinas (GER) - Courtmac Memories (IRE) Jack Power (3) J
O Mrs S. Smith Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Lillian & Mary Barry Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who posted a good second of 16 in handicap hurdle at Hexham (23.3f, soft) 16 days ago. Can give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA87
10 GLENGOLLY (GB) (28) 64056-5 5 11-0
Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Tsarinova Alice Stevens J
O Miss S. Pilkington Billy Aprahamian, Towcester T
B WVTbs & Glanvilles Stud Fairfax and Favor Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Off 7 months/yard debut (formerly with Paul Webber) when a promising fifth of 13 to Let’s Go Joe in handicap hurdle at Doncaster (19.4f, good) 28 days ago. Up in trip and big shout off a 2lb lower mark. TFRHHHHH BHA86
11 SUPREME AUTHORITY (FR) (13) 000-043 5 10-12
Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Amancaya (GER) Charlie Maggs (3) J
O Chris Grant Racing Club Chris Grant, Billingham T B STE. Quereda Hurtado CH www.chrisgrantracing.com S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler but he recorded a good third of 16 in handicap at Newcastle (20.3f, good to soft) 13 days ago. Can’t be discounted off an unchanged mark. TFRHHHII BHA84
12 MERSEY STREET (IRE) (40) 06042P 6 10-12
Br B g Califet (FR) - Seeking Susan (IRE) Benjamin Macey (10) J
O The Iveragh Syndicate Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B J. H. Kidd Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW In good nick until pulled up in handicap hurdle at Fontwell (21.8f, good) 40 days ago. Needs to get back on track if he’s to gain a breakthrough victory TFRHHHII BHA84
TFRHHHHI BHA93
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped encouragingly with a hood removed after 6 months off when second of 9 in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (23.1f, good) 43 days ago, finishing well. Likely player in his bid for a maiden success.
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13 BERGENTOWN (IRE) (13) 252446 7 10-8
Br B g Policy Maker (IRE) - Sweet Harry (FR) Luke Scott J
O 6 Bit Racing Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B M. F. Finneran PRA World Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 11 runs since his last win in 2023 but he comes here on the back of a solid sixth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Newcastle (20.3f, good to soft) 13 days ago. One for the shortlist.
TFRHHHII BHA80
14 STAR VANTAGE (IRE) (18) F0F-004 7 10-7
Br B g Ocovango - Laura’s Star (IRE) Aaron Anderson J
O HOLMFIRTH RACING Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Miss Laura Sleator Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 16 runs but he shaped encouragingly when fourth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Musselburgh (23.8f, good to soft) 18 days ago, not ideally placed. Must enter calculations.
TFRHHHII BHA79
15 ATLANTICEXPRESS (IRE) (16) 65-006F 5 10-5
Br B m Milan - Last Century (IRE) Peter Kavanagh (3) J
O Mrs Barbara Butterworth Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B John O’Connor
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains winless and he was in rear when fell 8th in handicap hurdle at Hexham (23.3f, soft) 16 days ago. Easy to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA77
16 ROYLE STEEL (FR) (31) 045-605 6 10-3
Br Gr g Spanish Moon (USA) - Suffisante (FR) Joshua Thompson (8) J
O Mr A E Tasker Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B H. Tassin, C. Ordinis, V. Henry et al Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to fire in three runs this term, coming in a well-held fifth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Sedgefield (16.8f, good to soft) 31 days ago. Not easy to make a case for. TFRHHIII BHA75
17 TEDDY MAC (GB) (16) 45-5405 5 10-2
Br Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Spring Over (IRE) Alan Doyle J
O The Macdonald Family Ian Duncan, Coylton T
B Ian A. Duncan
TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden but he recorded a creditable fifth of 16 in handicap hurdle at Hexham (23.3f, soft) 16 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up. TFRHHHII BHA73
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Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 11, 15 Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 14 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8. Stewards Note: MERSEY STREET: Following its run on 17/11/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly
PROBABLE S.P.’s 11-2 Let’s Go Joe (GB), 17-2 Glengolly (GB), 9-1 The Questioner (IRE), 10-1 Perculator (GB), Geordie Night (GB), 11-1 Mersey Street (IRE), 14-1 Paddy O’Mahler (IRE), The Big Breac (IRE), Supreme Authority (FR), 16-1 Star Vantage (IRE), 18-1 Bergentown (IRE), 22-1 Royle Steel (FR), 28-1 Teddy Mac (GB), 66-1 Jelski (GER), 80-1 Atlanticexpress (IRE), 100-1 Almuhit (IRE), 300-1 Good Bye (GER) THE TIMEFORM VIEW This is wide open but the vote goes to GLENGOLLY who shaped well on his stable debut when fifth at Doncaster and can build on it here off a reduced mark. Let’s Go Joe, who scored at Doncaster that day, is feared most, although Geordie Night, Perculator and Star Vantage all need factoring into this very open contest too.
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FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (19-24): D McCain (14 wins from 111 runners, 13%) runs SOLENT GATEWAY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (2 wins from 23 runners, 9%) runs SOLENT GATEWAY
Longest Traveller: KINGSTON JAMES trained by L Russell, Kinross, 216 miles.
1 KINGSTON JAMES (IRE) (29) 11-4154 D 5 11-7
Br B g Kingston Hill - Jemima Jay (IRE) Alan Doyle (5) J
O Old Gold Racing 23 Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Gerard Leahy Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Old Gold Racing, Retraining of Racehorses S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a successful start under Rules in an Ayr bumper and struck at first time of asking over hurdles at Hexham (16.2f, good) in October Hasn’t gone on from effort since, though unsuited by slowly-run race last time. Enters calculations with hood applied. TFRHHHHI BHA113
2 BIG STORM BREWING (GB) (12) 006 5 11-0
Br B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Bannow Storm (IRE) Harry Reed J
O Mr Paul L. Drinkwater Tristan Davidson, Carlisle T
B Kennie Little AKV Group Ltd, D & D Industrial Coatings Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to beat a rival only start in bumpers and well held in 2 novice hurdles so far, though offered a bit more when sixth of 12 at Carlisle (17f, soft) 12 days ago. However, he’ll be of more appeal in handicaps. TFRHHIII BHA-
3 BORN IN THE WEST (IRE) (17) P-12650 5 11-0
Br Gr g Westerner - Lucinda Grey (IRE) Jonathan England J
O Mrs Angela Mary Leggett Sam England, Guiseley T
B Liam Walsh Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who made an encouraging start under Rules when runner-up in a Newton Abbot bumper in June. Hasn’t built on that effort since, leaving David Pipe after his second bumper start, but he could yet do better given his initial bumper promise. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 BURGLAR’S DREAM (IRE) (57) 6 4 11-0
Br Ch g Cracksman - Jameela’s Dream Sean Quinlan J
O Mr Ambrose Turnbull & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Powerstown Stud Ltd Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat (stays 1 1/4m), but with tongue strap retained from the level he finished a well-beaten sixth of 8 in maiden at Newcastle (16.2f, good) on hurdling debut in October Likely to need more time in this sphere. TFRHHIII BHA-
5 FARMER JIMMY (GB) (20) 3-60 4 11-0
Br Ch g Mondialiste (IRE) - Viva Victoria Jamie Hamilton J
O J Scarrow, I Barker & S Turner Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Miss S. J. Turner Cube3 Construction Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability when third in bumper here on debut in March but went backwards from that effort on return. No threat from a long way out when seventh of 8 in novice at this C&D (heavy) on hurdles bow 20 days ago, so much more needed. TFRHHIII BHA-
6 MAGHLAAK (GB) (21) 444 5 11-0
Br B g Muhaarar - Ghanaati (USA) Danny McMenamin J
O Keatley Racing, Doherty and Manson Adrian Keatley, Malton T
B Shadwell Estate Company Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner for Charle Hills, including a Class 2 Goodwood handicap in May Some promise in 3 starts over hurdles for current yard, making late headway at Sedgefield (16.8f, soft) 3 weeks ago. Remains with potential in this sphere. TFRHHHHH BHA101
7 SOLDIER DAN (IRE) (17) 3PP3F/-0 6 11-0
Br Br g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Recession Lass (IRE) Kevin Brogan J
O Barbara & Alex Faulconbridge L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds T
B Daniel O’Sullivan Postpack Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed on 2 of 5 starts in points, but having been unraced since April 2023 he probably needed the run when eighth of 10 in maiden hurdle at Uttoxeter (15.8f, soft) 17 days ago. This run should reveal more. TFRHHHII BHA-
8 SOLENT GATEWAY (IRE) (78) 6 11-0
Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Aoife Alainn (IRE) Brian Hughes J
O Mr D. R. Passant & Hefin Williams Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Deer Forest Stud Greenhous Group Ltd, Greenhous Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful handicapper at best on the Flat who has largely struggled for form this year, though finished runner-up on two occasions. Lesser efforts the last twice, but he’s one to note as he goes hurdling on first run for yard after leaving Hugo Palmer TFRHHHHI BHA9 LAZY BONES (IRE) (230) 4F3-0 5 10-7
Br B m Champs Elysees - Because of You (IRE) Conor Rabbitt (5) J
O Fellowship Of The Rose Partnership 2 John Norton, Barnsley T
B Noel & Valerie Moran Right Advice Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Some encouragement sole outing in bumpers and fair form on second start over hurdles when third in maiden at Navan (16f, heavy) in March. However, well held at Cork (19.2f, good) when last seen 7 months ago. First run for yard after leaving Gordon Elliott. TFRHHIII BHA-
Hood worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.
Stewards Note:
FARMER JIMMY: Following its run on 7/12/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.
SOLENT GATEWAY: Following its run on 10/10/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed throughout.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-2 Kingston James (IRE), 7-2 Solent Gateway (IRE), 11-2 Maghlaak (GB), 11-1 Born In The West (IRE), 12-1 Soldier Dan (IRE), 14-1 Big Storm Brewing (GB), Lazy Bones (IRE), 18-1 Farmer Jimmy (GB), 22-1 Burglar’s Dream (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW A fairly useful winner on the Flat, MAGHLAAK caught the eye when staying on for fourth at Sedgefield 3 weeks ago and he is taken to build on that effort to open his hurdles account. Kingston James could bounce back in a first-time hood and is feared most, ahead of hurdling-debutant Solent Gateway
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FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (19-24): O Greenall & J Guerriero (14 wins from 72 runners, 19%) runs GOOD COMPANY
Longest Traveller: GODDESS AFRANA trained by N Hawke, Tiverton, 273 miles.
1 CAMPAIGN TRAIL (IRE) (27) 1 4 11-7
Br B g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Greta (FR) Tom Bellamy J
O It’s Only Money Kim Bailey, Cheltenham T
B Capricorn Stud Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive stayer on Flat for Ralph Beckett in 2023 200,000 gns purchase in the autumn of that year and overcame a sizeable absence fitted with a tongue strap (also had breathing op) in tidy fashion on his Doncaster hurdling debut last month. Sure to progress and can defy a penalty TFRHHHHH BHA-
2 ARNIE (IRE) (21) 35 4 11-0
Br Ch g Malinas (GER) - Celestial Chimes (IRE) Miss Pippa Brown (7) J
O M Buckley, P Platts, E Swires & the BFRP Danny Brooke, Middleham T
B Miss Lillian Barry Danny Brooke Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Malinas gelding. Third of 4 finishers sole outing in points in May and offered little in a Sedgefield bumper on his Rules debut 3 weeks ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
3 GOOD COMPANY (GB) (14) F6 5 11-0
Br Br g Dragon Dancer - On Yer Own Craig Nichol J
O Cummins Civil Engineering Ltd Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Mark Fitton Swansway S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at ability prior to falling 2 out at Bangor on hurdling debut in November but was always behind in a similar event back there 2 weeks ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
4 IDAHO VALLEY (IRE) (21) 1-33 4 11-0
Br B g Idaho (IRE) - Katies Fashion (IRE) Brian Hughes J
O Owners Group 135 Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B William McCarthy Owners Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won his only start in Irish points in February Failed to repeat his first effort over hurdles when third at Sedgefield (16.8f) 3 weeks ago but it remains early days. TFRHHHII BHA108
5 LAWRENNY (GB) (22) 421-5 5 11-0
Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Rare Ruby (IRE) Sean Quinlan J
O Mrs Judith Ratcliff Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Mrs Judith Ratcliff PRA World Ltd S
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7 MR MISTOFFELEES (IRE) (165) 4 11-0
Br B g Siyouni (FR) - Jellicle Ball (IRE) Jonathan England J
O The Marina Partnership Sam England, Guiseley T
B Tony Weschsler & Ann Plummer
TIMEFORM VIEW Dam half-sister to useful hurdler (2m winner) Improvisation. Fairly useful on Flat (stays 1 1/4m), well below form last 2 starts. Has left Hughie Morrison ahead of hurdle debut. Market can point the way TFRHHHII BHA-
8 MYTHICAL (FR) (159) 7 11-0
Br B g Camelot - Inchmina Tom Midgley (3) J
O Mr Edward C. Wilkin Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft T
B S.A.S Clear Light Yorkshire Bale S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest handicapper nowadays on Flat (stays 1 3/4m), one of better recent efforts last time. Makes little appeal on hurdle debut. TFRHHIII BHA-
9 GODDESS AFRANA (IRE) (18) 53-56 4 10-7
Br B f Fracas (IRE) - Miss Ekaterina (IRE) Lorcan Murtagh J
O Atlantic Friends Racing Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T
B J. S. Bolger Junction 24 Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest in bumpers and well held both starts over hurdles, albeit out of depth last time. TFRHHIII BHA-
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.
Stewards Note: MR MISTOFFELEES: Following its run on 15/7/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly
THE TIMEFORM VIEW CAMPAIGN TRAIL, a progressive stayer on the Flat, overcame a lengthy absence in tidy fashion on his Doncaster hurdling debut last month and looks to have been found a good opportunity under a penalty Idaho and Lawrenny can battle it out for minor honours.
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive in bumpers, opening his account at Newcastle (16.9f, heavy) in March, staying on to lead post. In need of the experience sent hurdling after 9 months off when fifth of 9 at Leicester 22 days ago. Down in trip and may need a bit more time to fulfil his potential in this sphere.
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6 MOONLIGHT MONARCH (GB) (20) 2/-5 5 11-0
Br Gr g Sea The Moon (GER) - Neige d’Antan Jamie Hamilton J
O Mr S A Hollings Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Miss K. Rausing Stittenham Farms S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bred more for the Flat but a good sort physically and second of 5 on debut at Kelso January 2023 Understandably shaped as if needing the run 23 months on over C&D recently TFRHHIII BHA-
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FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (19-24): O Murphy (25 wins from 102 runners, 25%) runs THE FOUR SIXES Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (6 wins from 31 runners, 19%) runs THE FOUR SIXES Longest Traveller: WHATDEAWANT trained by L Russell, Kinross, 216 miles.
1 THE FOUR SIXES (IRE) (32) 132F2-P C 6 11-10
Br B g Westerner - Lemon Cello (IRE) Kevin Brogan J
O McNeill Family & Stone Family Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Cathal Ennis Ultima Business Solutions S
TIMEFORM VIEW Found improvement on debut for Olly Murphy when winning 6-runner handicap hurdle on Boxing Day here 12 months ago. Placed all 3 subsequent completed starts that season but disappointed on chase bow/return at Kempton last month. TFRHHHII BHA133
2 DARE TO SHOUT (GB) (19) 62P-212 D 7 11-10
Br Gr g Martaline - Dare To Doubt Danny McMenamin J
O Mr Ian Hamilton Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne T
B Goldford Stud & Whitley Stud Hamilton S
TIMEFORM VIEW A fairly useful winning hurdler who built on a promising chase debut when landing a 4-runner contest at Carlisle last month. Excellent second behind an exciting prospect at Kelso since and good chance he can resume winning ways. TFRHHHHH BHA133
3 WHATDEAWANT (IRE) (23) 53/30/-35 8 11-6
Br B g Aizavoski (IRE) - Hidden Reserve (IRE) Alan Doyle (5) J
O Bernardine and Sean Mulryan Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Ms Nadja Humphreys Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Ballymore S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful novice hurdler for Willie Mullins during 2021/22 campaign, best effort when third in the Ballymore at the Cheltenham Festival Has never stood much racing, however, and below par both starts over fences for this yard 7 months apart. Headgear on now TFRHHHII BHA129
4 GRAND ALBERT (IRE) (26) 23212-3 D 6 10-11
Br Ch g Jet Away - Ruthy Lukey (IRE) Brian Hughes J
O Owners Group 123 Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B James Codd Owners Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer who improved with each start over hurdles last term and made a decent start to his chase career when third at Carlisle on return this month. Return to further will suit and sure to improve switched to a handicap. TFRHHHHI BHA120
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Stewards Note:
THE FOUR SIXES: Following its run on 25/11/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly
PROBABLE S.P.’s 11-8 Dare To Shout (GB), 2-1 Grand Albert (IRE), 6-1 The Four Sixes (IRE), 7-1 Whatdeawant (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW DARE TO SHOUT has improved switched to fences this season and holds solid claims as he bids to resume winning ways. Grand Albert made a decent start in this sphere when third at Carlisle and is the obvious threat stepping back up in trip.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DARE TO SHOUT 2.GRAND ALBERT (IRE)
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O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
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FIFTH RACE 2.15
The William Hill Betting Done Properly Juvenile Hurdle Race (Class 4) (Go North Grey Bomber Juvenile Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB Race)
for juvenile three yrs old x Total prize fund £7000 x Declared Runners 12 Owners Prize Money 1st £2921, 2nd £1461, 3rd £730, 4th £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (19-24): M Hammond (18 wins from 257 runners, 7%) runs LIVANO BELLO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Greenall & J Guerriero (3 wins from 25 runners, 12%) runs NORMANDY LEGEND
Longest Traveller: FINE POINT trained by N Hawke, Tiverton, 273 miles.
1 CRUDEN (GB) (75) 1 D 11-7
Br B g Time Test - Amami (IRE) Ryan Mania J
O Mrs B. Ewart James Ewart, Langholm T
B Beswick Brothers Bloodstock Fitzdares S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat (stays 11.5f) winning maiden at Limerick in May Well prepared to make a winning hurdles debut at Cork in October, finding plenty Left Mrs J. Harrington 25,000 gns later that month and while he has a penalty to carry, he’s entitled to progress. TFRHHHHI BHA-
2 AMANCIO (GB) (79) 11-0
Br B g Sixties Icon - Estrellada James Davies J
O Power Geneva Ltd Gary Brown, Swindon T
B Rob Windridge
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m
7 FINE POINT (IRE) (40) 425 11-0
Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - French Friend (IRE) Lorcan Murtagh J
O Molly and Paul Willis Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T
B J. S. Bolger Junction 24 Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden at up to 10.5f on the Flat in Ireland and showed benefit of his hurdles debut experience when second of 5 in juvenile hurdle at Newcastle in October Found out in a deeper race at Fontwell. TFRHHHII BHA96
8 HOSAAMM (GB) (10) 2 BF 11-0
Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Solar Echo (IRE) Brian Hughes J
O Jimmy Fyffe & Mrs Breda Keatley Adrian Keatley, Malton T
B B. V. Sangster
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TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicapper on Flat (stays 10.5f), well below form last time. Sold from Jack Channon for 16,000 gns later in October and had plenty of racing prior to this hurdles debut. Tongue tie on.
B Lemington Grange Stud Winwood Construction UK Ltd, Brampton Wealth Management Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW From the family of fairly useful hurdler (stayed 2 3/4m) Hawkhill and scored on the Flat at Goodwood in June Promising start over hurdles last month but not in the same form at Leicester since. TFRHHHII BHA103
4 BENVOY (IRE) (90) 4 11-0
Br B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Mont Etoile (IRE) Tom Bellamy J
O TheseGirlsCan Racing Club Jo Davis, East Garston T
B D. L. O’Byrne Equissistant Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat (sold from Henry de Bromhead £6,500 in July). Half-brother to useful 2m hurdle winner Arabian Revolution (scored first time up in this sphere) but he was in need of the experience at Market Rasen in September Tongue strap on. TFRHHIII BHA-
5 CAPLA LAZARUS (IRE) (25) 11-0
Br Gr g Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Fleur de Sel Nathan Moscrop J
O Capla Developments & B Padgett Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Nicola Kent Stittenham Farms S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in minor events on Flat (stays 1 1/4m), below expectations when second at Wolverhampton last time, looking a hard ride. Hurdles debut. TFRHHHII BHA-
6 CATALAN KING (GB) (60)
11-0
Br B g Cityscape - Infanta Isabella Harry Bannister J
O Stowe 100 Club Alex Hales, Edgecote T
B Stratford Place, Minster & Willow Bldstk Winwood Construction UK Ltd, R H Stephenson & Son S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat (stays 15f) for Ed Bethell, well held in handicap last time. Work to do on hurdles debut. TFRHHIII BHA-
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful performer on Flat (stays 1 1/2m) for Owen Burrows. New connections acquired him for 78,000 gns in October and made a satisfactory start over hurdles despite failing to justify his short price at Catterick. Cheekpieces off and he seems sure to improve. TFRHHHHH BHA-
9 LIVANO BELLO (FR) (108) 3 11-0
Br Ch g Nirvana Du Berlais (FR) - Emelina Bella (FR) Danny McMenamin J
O Mike and Eileen Newbould Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Mr Remi Boucret
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed plenty when 4 3/4 lengths third of 11 to Static in claimer at Auteuil on hurdling debut, racing keenly and chasing leaders. Claimed from Hugo Merienne after for €30,600 and should do better for new connections. TFRHHHHI BHA-
10 NORMANDY LEGEND (GB) (35) P34 11-0
Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Miss Marjurie (IRE) Craig Nichol J
O The Cheshire Partnership and Partner Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Highview Bloodstock Ltd/A Swinburn Adele Carr Recruitment Limited, Swansway S
TIMEFORM VIEW A fair 1m Flat maiden for James Ferguson. Changed hands for 20,000 gns in July but looks one for handicaps over hurdles on what he’s displayed so far TFRHHIII BHA96
11 RAINED OFF (GB) (58) 11-0
Br Ch g Postponed (IRE) - Heaven’s Sake Jamie Hamilton J
O Mark Walford Racing Club Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Mr Andrew Parrish Mark Walford Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Little show in minor events/maiden on Flat. Cheekpieces on for hurdles debut. TFRHIIII BHA-
12 SCOTLAND THE BRAVE (GB) (24) 11-0
Br B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Do Re Mi Fa Sol (FR) Harry Reed J
O Mr K. Everitt Tristan Davidson, Carlisle T
B Laundry Cottage Stud Farm AKV Group Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form when mid-division on second of 2 starts in minor events on Flat. Hurdles bow TFRHHIII BHA-
Colours No Horse
st-lb
Colours No Horse st-lb
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 10 Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 12. Stewards Note: AMANCIO: Following its run on 9/10/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 11-4 Hosaamm (GB), 7-2 Cruden (GB), 4-1 Livano Bello (FR), 11-1 Belcamo (GB), 18-1 Capla Lazarus (IRE), 20-1 Amancio (GB), Fine Point (IRE), 25-1 Normandy Legend (GB), 33-1 Scotland The Brave (GB), 40-1 Catalan King (GB), 50-1 Benvoy (IRE), 100-1 Rained Off (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW HOSAAMM looked in need of the experience when second starting out over hurdles at Catterick and, given his Flat ability, above-average improvement is surely forthcoming. Livano Bello is also open to progress so is second choice, ahead of Cruden, who must carry a penalty
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HOSAAMM 2.LIVANO BELLO (FR) 3.CRUDEN
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SIXTH RACE 2.45
The
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Hill Castleford Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 2) (GBB Race)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £25000 x Declared Runners 4 Owners Prize Money 1st £10098, 2nd £5048, 3rd £2525, 4th £1263. (Penalty Value £13202.50)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (19-24): D Skelton (49 wins from 171 runners, 29%) runs HARPER’S BROOK Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (6 wins from 51 runners, 12%) runs HARPER’S BROOK
Longest Traveller: HARPER’S BROOK trained by D Skelton, Alcester, 146 miles.
1 MALYSTIC (GB) (19) P33-2P5 CD 10 12-0
Br B g Malinas (GER) - Mystic Glen
Brian Hughes J
O Clova Syndicate and Mr P. D. Niven Peter Niven, Malton T
B Mrs J. A. Niven & Mrs D. M. Ewart P D Niven Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last term with a couple of solid efforts in defeat and good start to this season when going close in a Kelso handicap in which the first 2 pulled clear of the rest. Has failed to fire both subsequent starts but now back down to the mark off which he landed this in 2022 and he’s 2-2 over C&D TFRHHHHI BHA142
2 PAY THE PIPER (IRE) (41) 421212 CD 9 11-10
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Regal Holly Sean Quinlan J
O Mr Ian Hamilton Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne T
B B. Walsh Hamilton S
TIMEFORM VIEW Went close in the novices’ handicap on this card in 2021 and done little wrong in 4 starts this season, winning twice at Kelso and runner-up on 2 occasions here, including over C&D in October Rising 10, he holds no secrets from the handicapper but the fact that he’s in good form counts for plenty TFRHHHII BHA138
3 HARPER’S BROOK (IRE) (9) 210-P52 D 8 11-8
Br B g Ask - Un Jour D Ete (FR) Kielan Woods J
O The Megsons Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Mr Aidan McGoldrick Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has his quirks but plenty of ability, too, as he displayed when a good second at Ascot last December before going one better at Sandown (left clear at the last) for Ben Pauling. First 2 runs for present yard were low-key but much more like it when second at Newbury last time. Big player TFRHHHHH BHA136
4 PARISENCORE (FR) (61) 510233 C 8 11-2
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Folk Dancing (FR) Danny McMenamin J
O Mrs I.C Sellars and Miss D.C Sellars Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B S.C.E.A. Haras de Peyre Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Did the job well when opening chase account at Perth (2 1/2m, good to firm) in June and arrives here on the back of a string of creditable efforts in defeat, including when dropping back to 2m at Aintree last time. Possibilities here off an unchanged mark. TFRHHHII BHA130
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Supporting HARPER’S BROOK may not be for the faint-hearted but he is nevertheless appealing having returned to form when second to an unexposed 5-y-o at Newbury last time. That was just third third run for Dan Skelton (and his first since cheekpieces were refitted, headgear in which he had performed well on two of the three previous occasions worn) and he’s on a winning mark. 2022 winner Malystic will be a threat if able to bounce back, while both Pay The Piper and Parisencore have claims, too.
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SEVENTH RACE 3.20
The William Hill Cheltenham NRMB January 1st Open National Hunt Flat Race (Class 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (Go North Jodami Series Qualifier) (GBB Race)
for four and five yrs old x Total prize fund £4999 x Declared Runners 13 Owners Prize Money 1st £2086, 2nd £1043, 3rd £521, 4th £261. (Penalty Value £2722.46)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (19-24): O Murphy (25 wins from 102 runners, 25%) runs DRAYTON FLYER AND HARBOUR ISLAND Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (6 wins from 31 runners, 19%) runs DRAYTON FLYER AND HARBOUR ISLAND Longest Traveller: BLUE BELLAMY trained by R Bandey, Kingsclere, 212 miles.
1 FULL FORCE GALE (IRE) (75) 1 D 4 11-9
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Catherines Well James Reveley J
O Mr Ray Connolly Tom George, Slad T
B Porlock Vale Stud
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m
7 HIGHLAND LADIE (IRE) (-) 4 11-2
Br B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Musical Note Ryan Mania J
O Mr Scott McMillan Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T
B Shane Molan Sandy Thomson S
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a winning hurdler and made the ideal start when landing a 7-runner bumper at Ffos Las on debut. More to come and should be involved.
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2 BLUE BELLAMY (GB) (30) 3523-32 5 11-2
Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Tigresse Bleue Harry Bannister J
O The Bellamy Quintet Richard Bandey, Kingsclere T
B Mrs Felicity Cadbury Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW €30,000 3-y-o, Highland Reel gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners, including Marmelada. Dam unraced. Noteworthy newcomer TFRHHHII BHA-
8 MIDNIGHT POTTER (GB) (-) 4 11-2
Br Br g Blue Bresil (FR) - Uppermost Danny McMenamin J
O Mrs Edelle Logan Adrian Keatley, Malton T
B James and Jean Potter Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Blue Bresil gelding. Half-brother to bumper winner/useful hurdler Midnight Tour and bumper winner Miss Fleming. Bred to go well in this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA-
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TIMEFORM VIEW Placed 3 times from 4 completed starts in points and bright start under Rules, confirming promise of his Worcester debut third when runner-up at Market Rasen (16.6f) a month ago. Should go well again.
3 DRAYTON FLYER (IRE) (-) 5 11-2
Br B g Lauro (GER) - Brambellina (IRE) Beau Morgan (5) J
O Mrs Diana L. Whateley Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Seamus Larkin Motaclan, Cedar Invest Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW £56,000 3-y-o, Lauro gelding. Half-brother to a point winner Dam, pulled up in point, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/chaser (winner at around 2m) Herons Heir Noteworthy newcomer TFRHHHHI BHA-
4 GEORDIE MACKEM (GB) (-) 4 11-2
Br B g Jack Hobbs - The Pirate’s Queen (IRE) Craig Nichol J
O The Cat and The Mag Partnership Brian Ellison, Malton T
B Apple Tree Stud Brian Ellison Racing Limited S
9 SYFONIC SAM (GB) (-) 5 11-2
Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Pearl ButtonsNathan Moscrop J
O Mr Lee Aldsworth Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B W. P. Jenks Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Black Sam Bellamy gelding. Brother to useful hurdler/chaser Captain Cattistock, and closely related to 3 winners, including fairly useful staying chaser Bretney Worth a market check. TFRHHHII BHA-
10 THE FINAL BRIG (GB) (-) 4 11-2
Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Lady Brig Jamie Hamilton J
O 8 Amigos, J Grindal, W Hamilton, J BurnsMark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Mr & Mrs Michael Hamilton
TIMEFORM VIEW Jack Hobbs gelding. Half-brother to fair hurdler Lunar Shadow Out of a bumper winner and not a forlorn hope on debut.
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5 GODFREY BOUILLON (IRE) (-) 4 11-2
Br B g Kayf Tara - Lastbutnotleast (IRE) Theo Gillard J
O Mrs Sarah Leslie & D McCain Jnr Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Sarah Leslie & Beryl McCain
TIMEFORM VIEW Kayf Tara gelding. Dam (c130/h128), 2m-3m hurdle/chase winner, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 3 1/4m) Danny Whizzbang. Interesting if the market speaks in his favour TFRHHHII BHA-
6 HARBOUR ISLAND (FR) (-) 5 11-2
Br B g Ultra (IRE) - Saroushka (FR) Kevin Brogan J
O Mrs Diana L. Whateley Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Jedburgh Stud Motaclan, Cedar Invest Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW €70,000 3-y-o, Ultra gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including useful hurdler/chase winner Jon Snow and fair French hurdler Cookilayone. Of obvious interest given connections and looks the first string. TFRHHHHH BHA-
TIMEFORM VIEW Doyen gelding. Closely related to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdle winner/smart chaser Into Overdrive and fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Over To Sam. Interesting on pedigree. TFRHHHII BHA-
11 TIMELY APPROACH (GB) (13) 0 4 11-2
Br B g Dubawi (IRE) - Pleascach (IRE) Tom Midgley (3) J
O Tracy Waggott and Sally Booth Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor T B Godolphin
TIMEFORM VIEW Bred for the Flat but only a hint of ability when seventh at Newcastle on debut 13 days ago. Needs to step forward plenty from that.
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12 ANNA’S LADY (GB) (-) 4 10-9
Br Ch f Monsieur Bond (IRE) - Karens Legacy (IRE) Aaron Anderson (5) J O Ewan and Anna Hyslop Ian McInnes, Catwick T
B Mr E. W. Hyslop
TIMEFORM VIEW Monsieur Bond filly Dam of little account on Flat. Doesn’t make much appeal on paper TFRHHIII BHA-
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Age st-lb
Colours No Horse
Age st-lb
13 SUN RISING LEGACY (IRE) (-) 5 10-9
Br B m Ocovango - Mini Karinga Kielan Woods J
O Mr S Brackenbury Alex Hales, Edgecote T
B John Edwards Winwood Construction UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW £5,000 3-y-o, Ocovango mare. Half-sister to useful hurdler/chaser Dromore Lad and bumper winner Sun Rising Hill. Wears cheekpieces. TFRHHIII BHA-
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 13
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 4-1 Blue Bellamy (GB), 9-2 Harbour Island (FR), 6-1 Drayton Flyer (IRE), 13-2 Full Force Gale (IRE), 11-1 Godfrey Bouillon (IRE), 14-1 Midnight Potter (GB), 18-1 Highland Ladie (IRE), The Final Brig (GB), 25-1 Geordie Mackem (GB), Syfonic Sam (GB), 50-1 Timely Approach (GB), Anna’s Lady (GB), Sun Rising Legacy (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW HARBOUR ISLAND and Drayton Flyer are both appealing on pedigree and represent the same connections that do well in this sphere, so they might be the pair to concentrate on, with the first name marginally preferred. Blue Bellamy has experience and should go well again.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HARBOUR ISLAND (FR) 2.DRAYTON FLYER (IRE) 3.BLUE BELLAMY
RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 11.50 - THE WILLIAM HILL OFFERS TOP PRICE GUARANTEES CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3168 to the winning horse The second to receive £1458, the third £729, the fourth £364 and the fifth £181. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, December 21st and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 26th. Penalties, after December 14th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to December 24th, 2024, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 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 WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, WILLIAM HILL will present a cash prize to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race (24 hour declarations apply to this race) 29 entries at £30. - Closed December 21st, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £2423; Second £1211; Third £606; Fourth £303; Fifth £151 (Penalty Value £3168.60) A SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 12.25 - THE WILLIAM HILL MORE TOP PRICES NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3812 to the winning horse The second to receive £1756, the third £877 and the fourth £439. for novice four yrs old and upwards which have not won more than two hurdle races Enter by noon, December 21st and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 26th. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, WILLIAM HILL will present a cash prize to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race (24 hour declarations apply to this race) 19 entries at £35. - Closed December 21st, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £2921; Second £1461; Third £730; Fourth £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20)
SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 1.00 - THE WILLIAM HILL MORE TOP PRICES NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) Distributed in
with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3812 to the winning horse The second to receive £1756, the third £877 and the fourth £439. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races Enter by noon, December 21st and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 26th. Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, WILLIAM HILL will present a cash prize to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race (24 hour declarations apply to this race) 19 entries at £35. - Closed December 21st, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £2921; Second £1461; Third £730; Fourth £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20)
SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 1.35 - THE WILLIAM HILL COMMITTED TO TOP PRICES NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6337 to the winning horse The second to receive £2916, the third £1458 and the fourth £729. for novice four yrs old and upwards £60 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 26th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after December 14th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20lb weight range).WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition,WILLIAM HILL will present a cash prize to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race (24 hour declarations apply to this race) 7 entries, 3 at £12 and 4 at £60. - Closed December 21st, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606. (Penalty Value £6337.20)
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 2.15 - THE WILLIAM HILL BETTING DONE PROPERLY JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Grey Bomber Juvenile Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3812 to the winning horse The second to receive £1756, the third £877 and the fourth £439. for juvenile three yrs old, which have not won more than two hurdle races Enter by noon, December 21st and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 26th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, WILLIAM HILL will present a cash prize to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race This race is a qualifier for the Go North Grey Bomber Juvenile Hurdle Series Final to be run over a distance of about 2m at Musselburgh on 21st March, 2025. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Grey Bomber Series qualifier (24 hour declarations apply to this race) 19 entries at £35. - Closed December 21st, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2921; Second £1461; Third £730; Fourth £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 2.45 - THE WILLIAM HILL CASTLEFORD HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £13202 to the winning horse The second to receive £6075, the third £3037 and the fourth £1520. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-150 (also open to such horses rated 151 and 152 - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 26th. Penalties, after December 14th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, WILLIAM HILL will present a cash prize to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of William Hill The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 24-hour declarations apply to this race 7 entries, 1 at £25 and 6 at £125. - Closed December 21st, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £10098; Second £5048; Third £2525; Fourth £1263. (Penalty Value £13202.50)
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 3.20 - THE WILLIAM HILL CHELTENHAM NRMB JANUARY 1ST OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (Go North Jodami Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2722 to the winning horse The second to receive £1254, the third £626 and the fourth £313. for four and five yrs old 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, December 21st and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. December 26th. Weights: 11st 2lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner This race is a qualifier for the Go North Jodami Series Final, to be run over a distance of abt 2m at Kelso on 22nd March, 2025. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have finished in the first 8 places in a Go North Jodami Series Qualifier during the current season. (24 hour declarations apply to this race) 25 entries at £24. - Closed December 21st, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £2086; Second £1043; Third £521; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2722.46)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
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Saturday 11th January 2025
The William Hill Medieval Raceday First Race 12:15pm
