The wetherbyracing.co.uk Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 4) (Herring Queen Series Qualifier) (GBB Race)
for novice five yrs old and upwards mares x Total prize fund £7000 x Declared Runners 8 Owners Prize Money 1st £2921, 2nd £1461, 3rd £730, 4th £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): M Hammond (19 wins from 256 runners, 7%) runs STELLARMASTERPIECE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): F O’Brien (6 wins from 28 runners, 21%) runs MAGICAL ANNIE
Longest Traveller: PATE MOLLEE trained by A King, Barbury Castle, 207 miles.
1 KELYA WOOD (FR) (42) F-12 D 5 11-7
Br B m Al Namix (FR) - Du Tac Au Tac (FR) Henry Brooke J
O Mr G C Myddelton & Mr V E C Taylor Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Bertwood Stables & Haras de Saint Voir Swansway S
TIMEFORM VIEW Held every chance when falling last sole start in Irish points and, fitted with a hood, made the most of an uncontested lead on hurdles debut at Uttoxeter No match for a good prospect in a Listed race at Haydock since but it would be dangerous to assume she’s shown all she can as a hurdler TFRHHHHI BHA118
2 METKAYINA (IRE) (33) 314-215 D 6 11-7
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
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive in bumpers and built on an encouraging hurdles debut when winning a 6-runner novice at Lingfield (16f, soft, 10/3) in December, kept up to work. Not disgraced in better company at Taunton subsequently and has leading claims under a penalty TFRHHHHH BHA117
3 ANARIZA (FR) (260) 1-4 D BF 5 11-0
Br B m No Risk At All (FR) - Analifet (FR) Mr Jack Andrews (3) J
O Mrs Sarah Faulks Tom Ellis, Rugby T
B Mr Nigel Faulks Fresh Air S
TIMEFORM VIEW Easy winner sole start in point bumpers and offered something to work on under an exaggerated waiting ride when fourth in 10-runner bumper at Aintree on Rules debut 8 months ago. Could well build on that now switching to hurdles. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 MADAME BLUEBELLE (GB) (48) 40-4 6 11-0
Br B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Definitely Better (IRE) Ryan Mania J
O P and F Racing Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T
B Mrs Elizabeth Fletcher Sandy Thomson S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper efforts certainly not devoid of promise but needs a good chunk of improvement now switching to hurdles.
TFRHHHII BHA-
5 MAGICAL ANNIE (IRE) (66) 100-4 6 11-0
Br Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Mwangaza (FR) Kielan Woods J
O The Megsons Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Mrs Orla Hughes Bresbet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning start in bumpers in 16-runner event at Galway in October 2023 Failed to match that form in 2 runs for Ben Pauling but offered something to work switched to hurdling following a breathing operation when fourth in a C&D novice in November Likely to improve. TFRHHHHI BHA-
6 NANNY DAISY (IRE) (47) 0 6 11-0
Br B m Califet (FR) - Mega Mum (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J
O Mrs Sheree Tucker Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Parkville Stud Reflex Courier Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW €35,000 3-y-o, Califet mare. Half-sister to bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Mega Yeats. Well held in a Southwell bumper on debut in December and type to flourish at a later stage. TFRHIIII BHA-
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m
7 PATE MOLLEE (IRE) (110) 05P2 5 11-0
Br B m Order of St George (IRE) - Palme Royale (IRE) Tom Cannon J
O Goodwin Racing Ltd Alan King, Barbury Castle T
B Bloodstock Agency Ltd Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form over hurdles in France (claimed from David Cottin for €10,556). Could have more to offer for new connections.
TFRHHHII BHA-
8 STELLARMASTERPIECE (FR) (56) FP 5 11-0
Br Gr m Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Sister Dam’s (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J
O M.H.O.G Micky Hammond, Middleham T B Dermot Cantillon Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest on Flat (stays 1 1/2m), successful in handicap at Catterick in May on second UK start. In rear when falling on hurdles debut and went with no promise when pulled up over C&D last time. TFRHIIII BHA2024: YORKSHIRE LADY 6 11 0 Jamie Hamilton 10-3 (Michael & David Easterby) 7 ran Hood worn by No. 1, 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5.
THE TIMEFORM VIEW METKAYINA, a progressive mare in bumpers last season, lowered the colours of the promising Diva Luna at Lingfield prior to running creditably in better company at Taunton, so she looks up to defying a penalty back in calmer waters. Kelya Wood is another previous winner who quite possibly hasn’t shown all she can as a hurdler, while Magical Annie is entitled to build on a considerate first experience in this sphere over C&D TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
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SECOND RACE 1.00
The William Hill Best Odds Guaranteed Novices’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class
5)
for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000 x Declared Runners 11 Owners Prize Money 1st £2827, 2nd £1413, 3rd £707, 4th £354, 5th £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 4 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): L Russell (13 wins from 79 runners, 16%) runs TENBOBEACHWAY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): S J Smith (5 wins from 23 runners, 22%) runs HAWKSEYE VIEW
Longest Traveller: ILENY ROYALE trained by T Vaughan, Cowbridge, 242 miles.
1 ILENY ROYALE
(FR) (44) 40P-61P D 7 12-0
Br B g Secret Singer (FR) - Royale Canaille (FR) Alan Johns J
O Bovian Racing Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T
B Mr David Lumet Tote, DragonBet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed twice from 4 starts over hurdles in France and has shown improved form over fences this season, in reapplied tongue tie when getting off the mark in handicap at Ffos Las (19.4f, heavy) in November Lesser effort at Exeter last time but he’s not ruled out. TFRHHHII BHA99
2 CHOSEN HERO (IRE) (37) 1P3-3P6 C 7 11-13
Br Ch m Flemensfirth (USA) - Chosen Destiny (IRE) Nick Scholfield J
O Hambleton Racing Ltd XLIV & Partner Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T
B Kedrah House Stud Hambleton Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful in an Irish point and fair winner at 16f over hurdles. However, little encouragement in chases so far, finishing well held when last of 6 in handicap at Fontwell (17.8f, soft) on Boxing Day TFRHHIII BHA98
3 DIAMOND MIX (IRE) (37) 6-0455 6 11-12
Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Alma Mix Ryan Mania J
O Mr Colin Thomas Paul Robson, Alnwick T
B Thomas O’Keeffe PRCT Bloodstocks Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at ability on bumper debut and made the frame in a Carlisle novice (19.3f) on first start over hurdles. However, has gone backwards from that effort in 2 starts since, so he needs to get back on track as he makes handicap/chase debut. TFRHHIII BHA97
4 SO MANY ROADS (GB) (30) F/6450-3 8 11-12
Br B g Sulamani (IRE) - Spotthestripe Sean Bowen J
O The Wellfed Boys Donald Whillans, Hawick T
B Mr A. D. Sansome
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning handicap hurdle debut at Ayr in early-2023 but didn’t manage to kick on last season. However, after 11 months off (had wind op) he ran creditably when third of 18 back at Ayr (20.4f, soft) 30 days ago. One to consider as he goes chasing. TFRHHHII BHA97
5 EMPTY NEST (IRE) (16) PP4612 CD BF 7 11-9
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Jaldemosa (FR) Jamie Hamilton J
O Mr M Blades, S Morrell, K Hathaway Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Mr Daniel Furini Mark Walford Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW In first-time tongue tie, off the mark at this C&D (soft) on Boxing Day and again ran well when second at Newcastle (20.1f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Going through a good spell and he can make his presence felt once more. TFRHHHHI BHA94
6 TENBOBEACHWAY (IRE) (732) 5505/- 7 11-9
Br Br g Malinas (GER) - Gift Wrapped (IRE) Jack Power (7) J
O Wymer & Russell
Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Patrick Cashman Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped like a stayer sole outing in bumpers but steadily went the right way in 3 starts over hurdles, fifth of 10 in novice at Newcastle (20.3f, soft) when last seen in January 2023 Has lengthy absence to overcome on handicap/chase debut. TFRHHIII BHA94
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m 3f 85y
7 HAWKSEYE VIEW (GB) (37) 05-0625 BF 6 11-8
Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Noir Girl
Theo Gillard J
O Mrs A. Ellis Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Auroras Encore 2 Ltd Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who showed improved form on third start in handicap chases when runner-up at Newcastle in November Let down by his jumping when well held at this C&D (soft) last time, but it remains early days for him in this sphere so he could bounce back. TFRHHHHI BHA93
8 NEDZOR (IRE) (31) 2/304-23 6 11-5
Br Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Rising Queen (IRE) Henry Brooke J
O Mr Nick Shutts Henry Oliver, Kinnersley T
B Frank Motherway
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a point and has shown promise over hurdles, again shaping as if he’ll be suited by further when third of 5 in handicap at Southwell (15.8f, heavy) on New Year’s Day One to note over this longer distance on chase debut. TFRHHHII BHA90
9 JUMPER MADRIK (FR) (62) 0-001 6 11-2
Br Gr g Kapgarde (FR) - Wishing Well (FR) Richie McLernon J
O Mr John P. McManus Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton T
B Mr Emmanuel Leclerc & Mrs I. Mousseigne
TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t offer much in novice/maiden hurdles, but sent chasing he left those efforts behind when winning 9-runner handicap at Leicester (20.1f, soft) in December, keeping on well. Major player with further progress to come. TFRHHHHH BHA87
10 TIME WAS (IRE) (52) 3P0-544 8 10-13
Br B m Court Cave (IRE) - Henrietta (IRE) Joe Williamson (3) J
O Mrs J. Porter Philip Kirby, Richmond T
B B. A. Kilpatrick Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer but down the field in an Irish hunter chase on Rules debut. Has shown a bit more over hurdles for current yard, making the frame in handicaps on her last 2 starts without finding as much as she’d promised. More needed back over fences. TFRHHIII BHA84
11 THATSY (FR) (56) 06/640-6 11 10-13
Br Gr g Martaline - Rainallday (FR) William Maggs (5) J
O Mrs B Butterworth & Mrs Jackie Holliday Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B Mr Olivier Tricot
TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty-four runs since last win in 2019 and made little impact on return from 18 month off when sixth of 8 in handicap chase at this C&D (heavy) in December Has fallen further in the weights but others still preferred. TFRHHIII BHA84
2024: CARRIGEEN CASTLE (IRE) 8 11 9 Alice Stevens 15-8 (Micky Hammond) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5, 11. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 11.
Stewards Note: HAWKSEYE VIEW: Following its run on 26/12/2024 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Upped in trip, JUMPER MADRIK proved a different proposition sent chasing for his handicap debut when winning at Leicester last time, well on top at the finish, and he is taken to score again now that he’s up and running. Empty Nest has taken a step forward with a tongue tie added on his last 2 starts and is respected, with Hawkseye View also considered.
With thanks to William Hill for sponsoring this race. RACE SPONSOR
A cash prize of £50 will be presented to the stablehand responsible for the Best Turned Out Horse in this race. The winning owner will also receive a memento.
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THIRD RACE 1.33
The Wilmot-Smith Memorial
Maiden
Hurdle Race (Class 4) (GBB Race)
for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 x Declared Runners 14 Owners Prize Money 1st £3338, 2nd £1670, 3rd £834, 4th £418 (Penalty Value £4356.80) 1 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Skelton (48 wins from 168 runners, 29%) runs NUBE DE TRUENO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (5 wins from 41 runners, 12%) runs NUBE DE TRUENO Longest Traveller: BELLS OF UFFORD trained by T Vaughan, Cowbridge, 242 miles.
1 A GREAT EXCUSE (IRE) (21) 6P-305 5 11-4
Br B or Br g Lucky Speed (IRE) - Banjo Finn (IRE) Liam Harrison J
O Mrs L. Osborne Barry Brennan, Upper Lambourn T
B Dixie Cotterell
TIMEFORM VIEW 300/1, fifth of 11 in novice hurdle at Ffos Las (15.8f, heavy) on hurdles bow 21 days ago. Up in trip with lots more needed.
TFRHHIII BHA-
2 AUCHINLEK (GB) (26) 0 6 11-4
Br B g Champs Elysees - Blazing Tempo (IRE) Ryan Mania J
O Mr K. Alexander Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T
B Mr Kenneth Alexander Sandy Thomson S
TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 14 in bumper at Ayr (16f, heavy, 15/2) on NH debut 26 days ago. Makes hurdles debut up in trip.
TFRHHIII BHA-
3 BELLS OF UFFORD (IRE) (47) 1-054 5 11-4
Br Ch g Galileo (IRE) - Dancing Rain (IRE) Alan Johns J
O Mr S. Grys & Mr M. O’Boyle Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T
B Godolphin Designation Limited, DragonBet, Ferments & Cultures S
TIMEFORM VIEW Tongue strap on for 1st time, fourth of 13 in novice hurdle at Southwell (15.8f, good to soft, 17/2) on hurdles bow 47 days ago. Needs to build on it over this longer distance.
TFRHHHII BHA-
4 CARAMELO RAPIDO (IRE) (15) 4-336 6 11-4
Br B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Capuccina (FR) Jamie Hamilton J
O Funky Monk Essex Ltd Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Cyril O’Hara
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden and first run since leaving Max Young when sixth of 8 in novice hurdle at Market Rasen (18.6f, good to soft, 50/1) on hurdles bow 15 days ago. Big step forward is required. TFRHHIII BHA-
5 CAUGHTINYOURTRANCE (IRE) (52) 133-0 6 11-4
Br B g Ocovango - Loyalty Card (IRE) Charlotte Jones J
O Mr A. Horabin James Moffatt, Cartmel T
B S. J. Leahy Bloodstock Ltd
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m 3f 154y
7 JACQUES CLOUSEAU (IRE) (51) 1-F D 6 11-4
Br B g Notnowcato - African Diamond (IRE) Jonathan Burke J
O Great Oakley Farms and Mrs Jane Fenwick Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth T
B Joseph Power Bob Price & Son Groundworks S
TIMEFORM VIEW Notnowcato gelding. Won sole start in points in April and showing promise in fifth when fell last on his hurdling bow in 2m5f Warwick novice. Tongue tied with better still to come.
TFRHHHII BHA-
8 LUD’OR (FR) (21) 52-232 5 11-4
Br Ch g Nom de d’La (FR) - Luna Lucky (FR) Jordan Nailor J
O The Ludorums Tom Symonds, Hentland T
B Ms Florence Pellerin Gun Dog Gin Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW French recruit who has shown fairly useful form when placed in a trio of maiden hurdles this winter, coming in second of 11 at Ffos Las (2m) three weeks ago. The clear form pick.
TFRHHHHH BHA118
9 MYTHICAL (FR) (36) 0 8 11-4
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 Flat winner who came in only seventh of 9 in novice hurdle (125/1) at this course (16f, soft) on NH debut 36 days ago. Up in trip. TFRHHIII BHA-
10 NUBE DE TRUENO (IRE) (49) 00 6 11-4
Br Gr g Flemensfirth (USA) - Petite Parisienne (FR) Tristan Durrell (3) J
O Ms M. L. Peterson Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Kieran Mariga Revival Solutions Group Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. 40/1, seventh of 8 in novice hurdle at Doncaster (19.4f, good to soft) 49 days ago. In good hands but lots more is required. TFRHHIII BHA-
11 OLD BUT GOLD (GB) (48) 2-0 6 11-4
Br B g Kayf Tara - Monita Bonita Henry Brooke J
O Exors of the Late Mr J. D. Gordon Martin Todhunter, Penrith T
B R. F. and S. D. Knipe
TIMEFORM VIEW Had wind op before coming in last of 12 in novice hurdle at Carlisle (17f, soft, 8/1) on NH debut 48 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
TFRHHHII BHA-
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer and made a promising start when placed in pair of bumpers last spring. Off 8 months before only seventh of 9 in novice hurdle at Hexham (20.1f, soft) on hurdles bow 52 days ago but remains with potential with cheekpieces on for 1st time.
6 FOLLOWCATO (IRE) (43) 23-45 6 11-4
Br Ch g Notnowcato - Follow The Icon Kielan Woods J
O Highclere and The Followers Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B Patrick McCarthy Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Went backwards from his hurdling debut Aintree fourth when only fifth of 11 in novice hurdle at Ascot (21.6f, good to soft) 43 days ago. Worth another chance for good yard though.
TFRHHHII BHA-
12 PRAGNELL (IRE) (692) 1/- 6 11-4
Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Cruisingdownriver (IRE) David Bass J
O Pay The Bill 2 Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton T
B J. P. Russell Merriebelle Stable LLC S
TIMEFORM VIEW £65,000 4-y-o, Diamond Boy gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler West Away Dam bumper winner Won sole start in points (Mar 2023) and interesting to see what the market makes of him. TFRHHHHI BHA-
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Age st-lb
13 SKUNA BAY (IRE) (50) 32-34 6 11-4
Br B g Mahler - Miss Island (IRE) Theo Gillard J
O Mr P. Scott Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Jim O’Flynn Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Place in points and in the frame in maiden hurdles at Carlise and Bangor (19.6f, heavy) this winter One for the shortlist. TFRHHHII BHA110
O Keep The Faith Partnership Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Mill House Stud Wilcocks Contractors Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to build on hurdling promise when fourth of 11 in novice hurdle at Newcastle (16.9f, good to soft, 11/1) 16 days ago. Needs to get back on track. TFRHHHII BHA-
2024: LEADING CHOICE (IRE) 7 11 4 Sean Houlihan 5-1 (Nicky Martin) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 6-4 Lud’or (FR), 11-2 Pragnell (IRE), 13-2 Followcato (IRE), 15-2 Skuna Bay (IRE), 20-1 Bells of Ufford (IRE), Caughtinyourtrance (IRE), 22-1 Isabel de Clare (GB), 33-1 Jacques Clouseau (IRE), 40-1 Auchinlek (GB), 50-1 Old But Gold (GB), 80-1 A Great Excuse (IRE), 150-1 Nube de Trueno (IRE), 300-1 Caramelo Rapido (IRE), Mythical (FR)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW A few of these bring potential but Tom Symonds’ French recruit LUD’OR possesses much the best form so is taken to open his account after three good placed efforts for his current yard. Hurdling-newcomer and winning-pointer Pragnell could emerge as the main danger and is worth a market check with the likes of Skuna Bay Followcato and Jacques Clouseau all worthy of consideration too. TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
THE WILMOT-SMITH WILMOT THE WILMOT-SMITH MEMORIAL
Nick & Pat Wilmot-Smith were the third generation of the
Nick & Pat Wilmot-Smith were the third of the family to be associated with Wetherby Racecourse, their to be associated with their grandfather being one of the founding directors of the one of the of the course on its move to its present site in 1891. course on its move to its present site 1891.
Pat was the senior Jockey Club Officer (North) before becoming a director of the Racecourse for some years until his death in 1993.
Nick became a director of the Racecourse in 1938, a role he re- a director of the Racecourse in 1938, a role he reinstated after the War and continued for 59 years. War continued for years. He was the He was Chairman from 1968 to 1996 and was in starting to was in the major works that ensured Wetherby became one of the the works that ensured one of the finest jumping courses in the North. finest courses in the North. Nick died in 2001. in
Both Nick and Pat were well-known amateur riders, and both were well-known amateur and both were keen and enthusiastic riders to hounds. were to Nick was at one was at on time the only person to have won a race on his own time the person to have won a race on own Racecourse, while Pat was in the frame for all six races in a Pat was in races in a contest with the Guards in Palestine whilst serving during whilst WWII.
We are joined by members of the Wilmot-Smith family today We are members of the Wilmot-Smith and are honoured to run this race in memory of Nick & Pat. are to run race memory of Nick & Pat.
Race 1 12.50 1m 7f 216y
1 Diamonds For Luck (IRE) 11-8
2 Ballela Blaze (IRE) 11-2
3 Noble Park (IRE) 11-2
4 Old Cowboy (GB) 11-2
Race 2 1.25 2m 3f 173y
1 De Kingpin (IRE) 12-0
2 In Limbo (IRE) 11-12
3 Sole Solution (IRE) 11-11
4 Just Lucky Sivola (FR) 11-9
5 Grand Geste (IRE) 11-8
6 Springs A Girl (IRE) 11-5
7 Kalif d’Airy (FR) 11-0
8 Leech (FR) 10-10
9 Old Time Chaser (IRE) 10-10
Race 3 2.00 1m 7f 99y
1 Martator (FR) 12-0
2 Gunsight Ridge (GB) 11-6
3 Solo (FR) 11-6
4 Etalon (IRE) 10-13
5 Classic Maestro (IRE) 10-8
6 Dr T J Eckleburg (IRE) 10-2
Race 1 1.42 1m 7f 124y
1 Maitre En Science (FR) 11-3
2 Static (FR) 11-3
3 Hosaamm (GB) 11-0
4 Johnny Ringo (GB) 11-0
5 Luker’s Tipple (IRE) 11-0
6 Moutarde (IRE) 11-0
7 Nardaran (FR) 11-0
8 Platin Moon (FR) 11-0
9 Solar Drive (IRE) 11-0
10 St Pancras (GB) 11-0
Race 2 2.17 1m 7f 124y
1 All The Glory (GB) 12-0
2 Norman Fletcher (GB) 11-8
3 Florida Dreams (IRE) 11-5
4 Welsh Charger (IRE) 11-5
5 Balhambar (FR) 11-1
6 Old Gregorian (GB) 11-1
7 Afadil (FR) 10-13
8 Mack The Man (IRE) 10-12
9 Maghlaak (GB) 10-9
10 Freddy Robinson (GB) 10-5
11 Rewired (GB) 10-3
12 Ravenscraig Castle (GB) 10-2
SANDOWN PARK
Race 4 2.35 2m 4f 10y
1 Handstands (IRE) 11-7
2 Jango Baie (FR) 11-7
3 Mark of Gold (GB) 11-7
4 Kalif du Berlais (FR) 11-3
Race 5 3.07 2m 7f 98y
1 Shoot First (IRE) 12-0
2 Goshen (FR) 11-7
3 Red Dirt Road (IRE) 11-2
4 Henri The Second (FR) 11-2
5 Flight Deck (IRE) 11-1
6 Deep Cave (IRE) 10-13
7 Major Fortune (IRE) 10-8
8 Dartmoor Pirate (GB) 10-7
9 Hauraki Gulf (GB) 10-5
10 What A Johnny (IRE) 10-3
11 Idefix de Ciergues (FR) 10-2
12 Gaye Legacy (IRE) 10-2
13 Lucky One (FR) 10-2
MUSSELBURGH
Race 3 2.50 2m 4f 68y
1 Minella Drama (IRE) 12-0
2 The Big Chap (IRE) 11-10
3 Marble Sands (FR) 11-7
4 Corrigeen Rock (IRE) 11-6
5 Arizona Cardinal (GB) 11-5
6 Fidelio Vallis (FR) 11-4
7 Saint Segal (FR) 11-1
8 Traprain Law (FR) 11-1
9 Sir Psycho (IRE) 10-13
10 The Kalooki Kid (GB) 10-9
11 Lieutenant Command (FR) 10-8
12 Kansas City Star (IRE) 10-8
Race 4 3.22 2m 7f 180y
1 Bold Light (IRE) 11-8
2 Intense Approach (GB) 11-8
3 Pigeon House (IRE) 11-8
4 Joecooker (FR) 11-5
5 Smokeringinthedark (IRE) 11-5
6 Gale Mahler (IRE) 11-1
Race 6 3.42 3m 37y
1 Gelino Bello (FR) 12-0
2 Shan Blue (IRE) 11-10
3 Escaria Ten (FR) 11-8
4 In d’Or (FR) 11-6
5 Pats Fancy (IRE) 11-6
6 Gustavian (IRE) 10-13
7 Dreaming Blue (GB) 10-12
8 O’Connell (IRE) 10-11
9 Eden du Houx (FR) 10-9
Race 7 4.12 1m 7f 216y
1 Hurricane Pat (IRE) 11-8
2 Silver Hill (IRE) 11-8
3 A Pai de Nom (GB) 11-4
4 Crackerjacque (GB) 11-4
5 Mondoui’boy (FR) 11-4
6 Recordator (GB) 10-6
7 Vesalius (IRE) 10-6
Race 5 3.57 2m 7f 138y
1 No Time To Wait (IRE) 12-0
2 Boomslang (GB) 12-0
3 Hubrisko (FR) 11-12
4 Breakdance Kid (GB) 11-0
5 Captain Quint (IRE) 10-12
6 One More Stroke (IRE) 10-9
Race 6 4.27 1m 7f 124y
1 Camarrate (IRE) 11-13
2 Mr Mackay (IRE) 11-13
3 Cuban Cigar (GB) 11-12
4 Rory The Cat (IRE) 11-12
5 Koukeo (FR) 11-10
6 Book of Tales (GB) 11-10
7 Moonshine Man (IRE) 11-9
8 No No Fizz (IRE) 11-9
9 Scots Poet (GB) 11-8
10 Sergeant (FR) 11-8
11 Fostered Phil (IRE) 11-7
12 Muzaffar (GB) 11-7
13 Rightfolksplease (IRE) 11-6
14 Diamond Egg (FR) 11-3
15 Bashful (GB) 11-2
B.O.G. IS BACK B
FOURTH RACE 2.08
The William Hill B.O.G Is Back Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 3) (GBB Race) for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £15000 x Declared Runners 12 Owners Prize Money 1st £5963, 2nd £2981, 3rd £1491, 4th £746, 5th £372, 6th £186. (Penalty Value £7804.50)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Skelton (48 wins from 168 runners, 29%) runs REAL STONE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (5 wins from 41 runners, 12%) runs REAL STONE Longest Traveller: ART OF DIPLOMACY trained by P & M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 232 miles.
1 REAL STONE (GB) (47) 1342F-P 10 12-0
Br B g Arvico (FR) - Stoney Path Tristan Durrell (3) J
O Mrs S. C. Welch Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Mrs S. C. Welch Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORM VIEW No show on Southwell return in December but won second time up last season and he lines up here operating just 2lb above his last winning mark. Not out of things.
TFRHHHII BHA125
2 DO YOUR JOB (IRE) (15) 1030-00 CD 11 11-13
Br B g Fame And Glory - Full of Birds (FR) Lewis Saunders (7) J
O The Harlequins Racing Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton T
B Mrs C. J. Berry Merriebelle Stable LLC S
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran chaser who made final start for Lucinda Russell a winning one over C&D 13 months ago. Eased in weights having essentially disappointed for present stable but he could be sharper for his latest midfield Windsor effort that came after a break. TFRHHIII BHA124
3 BASHERS REFLECTION (GB) (41) 200-633 C D BF 8 11-8
Br Ch g Mount Nelson - Dungarvan Lass (IRE) Jack Quinlan J
O Mrs C. J. C. Bailey Ben Case, Banbury T
B Mrs C. J. C. Bailey David Andrews Construction Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved hurdler last season and matched that level on second chase try when third at Chepstow (19.5f) in November Shaped much better than margin of defeat suggests when third at Fakenham (21.2f) 6 weeks ago and undergone a wind operation ahead of this. Not dismissed. TFRHHHII BHA119
4 GLORY AND HONOUR (IRE) (37) 50P312 D 9 11-7
Br B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - On Khee
Jonathan England J
O Ursa Ellerby & Partner Sam England, Guiseley T
B Mr Michael D. Hickey Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Versatile sort who resumed winning ways on Flat at Pontefract (18f) in October and capitalised on sliding chase mark under a more positive ride than usual at Newcastle (20f) a month later Well beaten second of 3 in handicap over C&D since, though. TFRHHHII BHA118
5 NO NO TANGO (GB) (14) 234/4-1F BF 8 11-5
Br Ch g Sixties Icon - Until Forever (IRE) Jonathan Burke J
O Don Sebastiao Partnership Harry Derham, Newbury T
B Howard Spooner & Ian Weaver Whiting Landscape Ltd, OLBG S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t stood much racing in recent seasons but impressive when making light of a 13-month absence when successful on stable debut at Wincanton (20f) in December Jumping let him down when falling at Haydock 2 weeks ago but well worth another chance judged on manner of his previous display TFRHHHHH BHA116
6 IMAGINARY DRAGON (FR) (30) 3/215-P2 7 11-3
Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Call Me Dragon (FR) Ryan Mania J
O Ms N J Grieve & Mr C A Turner Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T
B Suc. Magalen Bryant, Mr Denis Baer & Suc Valentine Bloodstock, Sandy Thomson S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdles winner (at 22.7f) who took time to warm to his task but still stepped up on his chase debut effort when second of 4 in novices’ handicap at Ayr (16.5f, soft) 4 weeks ago. Step back up in trip promises to suit now and he could yet have more to offer TFRHHHHI BHA114
7 GALLIC GEORDIE (GB) (54) 51350-3 CD 12 11-2
Br B g Geordieland (FR) - Je Ne Sais Plus (FR) Ned Fox (3) J
O Mr Mark Glastonbury Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T
B Kevin & Anne Glastonbury Solstice S
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran C&D winner who bagged a second victory at this track last November Very lightly raced since but confirmed himself no back number after 11 months off when third of 6 in veterans’ handicap chase at Lingfield in December Respected with first-time cheekpieces enlisted. TFRHHHII BHA113
8 ART OF DIPLOMACY (GB) (21) 22//1-433 C 9 11-2
Br B g Archipenko (USA) - Rowlestone Express Sean Bowen J
O Peter Bowen Racing Group Peter & Michael Bowen, Haverfordwest T
B G. E. Amey Peter and Karen Bowen Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Flat winner who won 3 times over hurdles for Dr Richard Newland, leaving that stable after taking a seller here (19.7f) last March. Bright start for present connections, including over fences, the drop back to 2m not in his favour when third at Ffos Las (2m) 18 days ago. This more suitable. TFRHHHII BHA113
9 CORNERSTONE LAD (GB) (294) 362333- C 11 10-12
Br B g Delegator - Chapel Corner (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J
O Mrs B. M. Lofthouse Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Cranford Bloodstock & Overbury Stallions Nowell & Richards S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who arrives on a long losing run but mark reflects that and he signed off last term with a creditable third of 6 in handicap chase at Newcastle (20f) in April. Claims of making frame again if fully tuned up back from 9 months off Cheekpieces replace blinkers. TFRHHHII BHA109
10 HELLO JUDGE (GB) (91) 1210-44 9 10-10
Br B g Martaline - Oeuvre Vive (FR) Jamie Hamilton J
O Mr Ian Hamilton Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne T
B Mrs Sally Noott Hamilton S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 3 times over the larger obstacles last season and made a positive return when fourth at Hexham. Went backwards from that at Ayr next time but he’s been given a break since.
TFRHHHII BHA107
11 LADRONNE (FR) (74) 2-6PB04 CD 11 10-3
Br B g Linda’s Lad - Worldeta (FR) James Davies J
O T C Racing Syndicate Tjade Collier, Wilsden T
B Gheorghe Codre & Roxan Popescu T C Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner but he came in last of 4 in handicap chase at Carlisle (20f, good to soft) when last seen 74 days ago, albeit possibly finding the test on the sharp side nowadays. Assessor has given him a chance but worth noting each of his last 2 victories have come at 3m+. TFRHHIII BHA100
12 NINE NINE NINE (GB) (14) 344-P33 8 10-2
Br Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Reves d’Amour (IRE) Conor Ring J
O Moorland Racing & P R Whilock Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster T
B Distillery Stud Moorland Walling & Landscape Contractors, Walling & Landscape Contractors S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice at Leicester last season and showed benefit of reappearance run in finishing placed on each of his last 2 starts at that venue/Haydock. However, more on his plate operating from long way out of the weights up in class. TFRHHIII BHA88
Colours No Horse Age st-lb
Colours No Horse Age st-lb
2024: EATON COLLINA (IRE) 9 11 4 Richard Patrick 7-1 (Kerry Lee) 9 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 10, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 9. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-2 No No Tango (GB), 13-2 Imaginary Dragon (FR), 8-1 Art of Diplomacy (GB), 9-1 Bashers Reflection (GB), Hello Judge (GB), 11-1 Glory And Honour (IRE), Cornerstone Lad (GB), 12-1 Gallic Geordie (GB), 14-1 Real Stone (GB), 22-1 Ladronne (FR), 33-1 Do Your Job (IRE), 40-1 Nine Nine Nine (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW NO NO TANGO was a mid-race faller following a couple of early errors at Haydock 2 weeks ago, yet he’d previously been most impressive (including with his jumping) when scoring on debut for the Harry Derham yard at Wincanton a month earlier He’s well worth another chance to get back on the up. Imaginary Dragon, Bashers Reflection and Hello Judge are others to consider Veteran Gallic Geordie isn’t dismissed lightly, either
A cash prize of £50 will be presented to the stablehand responsible for the Best Turned Out Horse in this race. The winning owner will also receive a memento.
BROKEN GLASSES & BOTTLES
FIFTH RACE 2.43
The William Hill Bet10, Get10 Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 3)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £15000 x Declared Runners 17 Owners Prize Money 1st £6059, 2nd £3029, 3rd £1515, 4th £758, 5th £378 (Penalty Value £7921.50)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Skelton (48 wins from 168 runners, 29%) runs JOYEUX MACHIN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (5 wins from 41 runners, 12%) runs JOYEUX MACHIN
Longest Travellers: NORDIC TIGER & MONVIEL trained by H Derham, Newbury, 201 miles.
1 JOYEUX MACHIN (FR) (7) PF-P005 D 8 12-2
Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Ya d’La Joie (FR) Harry Atkins (7) J
O UTB Racing Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Mr PhilippeThiriet& Mr VincentLe Roy Ladbrokes, TheAirAmbulance Service(Warks& Northants) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful for Paul Nolan in Ireland but struggled in varied events in 2024. Easy to back and never figured on stable debut and out of his depth in a Grade 2 last-time. Up in trip for return to handicaps and a victory doesn’t look imminent at present, unless market suggests otherwise. TFRHHIII BHA132
2 CORMIER (IRE) (553) 0/U63U0/- 9 11-11
Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Scotch Bonnet (IRE) Dylan Johnston (3) J
O Dan Gilbert and Andrew Bruce Brian Ellison, Malton T
B Grangecon Stud Brian Ellison Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Tough sort who scored 3 times over hurdles for this yard in 2022 and ran respectably when last seen on the Flat in the summer of 2023 Off 18 months now and likely to need this, unless betting tells a different story TFRHHIII BHA127
3 MONVIEL (IRE) (14) 23U-200 8 11-10
Br Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Mont Doree (FR) Jonathan Burke J
O Dr V. M. G. Ferguson Harry Derham, Newbury T
B Michael Fennessy Boodle Hatfield LLP S
TIMEFORM VIEW Back to something like his best over hurdles for this yard last season. However struggled in two starts this campaign, well-beaten at Sandown (19.8f) in November (reported to have bled) and finished last at Taunton (19f) two weeks ago. Bounce back called for. TFRHHHII BHA126
4 BLENKINSOP (GB) (659) 411110/- D 8 11-9
Br B g Westerner - Last of Her Line
O Mrs L Nixon
B T. F. F. Nixon
Hugh Nugent (3) J
Henry Daly, Ludlow T
Humphrey Butler Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive in handicaps in 2022, still looking well ahead of his mark when completing the 4-timer at Newbury (20.5f, soft) in December of that year Not disgraced in graded company when last seen in April 2023, but not been seen since. Market should reveal what’s expected after 21-month absence. TFRHHHII BHA125
5 BOWLING BUDDY (IRE) (63) 121113 CD 7 11-8
Br B g Ask - Oscar Beag (IRE) Joshua Thompson (7) J
O UP4B
Adam Nicol, Seahouses T
B Michael O’Donovan Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer and progressive over hurdles for Olly Murphy, landing hat-trick in a novice at Wetherby in October last year Picked up for £58,000 by new connections and made a solid start when third of 8 at Doncaster (19.4f), shaping like a stayer Place claims in first time tongue-tie. TFRHHHII BHA124
6 MR BRAMLEY (GB) (35) 2113-13 CD 7 11-8
Br Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Apple Days Conor O’Farrell J
O Mr H. Posner Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn T
B Mrs F. Marriott Jedd O’Keeffe Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive in bumpers and similar story over hurdles, 3 wins from 5 starts in this sphere, including over C&D Solid effort behind two decent types at Newbury (20.5f) having kicked on plenty soon enough. Leading contender back at the scene of his latest victory TFRHHHHH BHA124
7 RAFFERTY’S RETURN (GB) (12) 015-F06 CD 10 11-7
Br B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Duchess Theatre (IRE) Nathan Moscrop J
O Mr G W Bell
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Mr P. L. Barrett Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner landed a pair of handicap hurdles in early 2024. Disappointing start to this season, latest when well-beaten sixth of 7 in a handicap hurdle at Ayr (20.4f, soft, 10/1) 12 days ago. Something to prove at present. TFRHHIII BHA123
8 FOSTER’SISLAND (GB) (12) 43-2045 D 10 11-5
Br B g Trans Island - Mrs Eff Emma Smith-Chaston (3) J
O The Oakwood Nobels Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B T. C. Dawson Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless last season but signed off with a good third in the spring. Hit and miss this season, ran well here when fourth on penultimate start but below form when last seen finishing fifth of 7 in a handicap hurdle at Ayr (20.4f, soft, 11/2) 12 days ago. Each-way claims if on a going day TFRHHHHI BHA121
9 SAYADAM (FR) (631) 1/1343/3- 8 11-5
Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Catmoves (FR) Charlie Hammond J
O Lady Dulverton Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth T
B Mr Richard Corveller Bob Price & Son Groundworks S
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time hurdles winner and finished 2023 with two decent efforts over 3m when trained by Kim Bailey Off the track since and returns back down in distance following wind surgery Has run well fresh but others preferred, unless market confidence is significant on debut for new yard. TFRHHHII BHA121
10 HAZY GLEN (FR) (30) 6223-15 6 11-5
Br Gr g Lawman (FR) - Skyline Dancer Henry Brooke J
O Imperial Racing & Mr J Blackburn Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Newsells Park Stud Ltd Sheridan Ny LLP S
TIMEFORM VIEW Promise in maiden/novice hurdles last season and improved to make a winning handicap debut/reappearance at Haydock (19f soft) in December Raised 5lb for that but it may have been the added emphasis on stamina that was his undoing last time (fifth of 10, 24.3f) Looks a player back down in trip. TFRHHHHI BHA121
11 RICH SPIRIT (GB) (8) 2FP-F4F 7 11-4
Br B g Iktibas - Silly Gilly (IRE) Nick Scholfield J
O Mrs S. Smith Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Mrs J. Barr Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has some fairly useful winning hurdles form to his name but has failed to complete on 4 of his last 5 starts (hurdles and fences). Returns to smaller obstacles today and could outrun his odds if recent falls haven’t dented his confidence. TFRHHHII BHA120
12 NORDIC TIGER (FR) (14) 1121-40 D 6 11-3
Br B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Tigresse Rose (FR) Miss Megan Fox (7) J
O OLBG Racing Club Harry Derham, Newbury T
B L. de Premont, G. de Premont & T. Van De OLBG S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 3 times last season and ran right up to form when fourth in 8-runner handicap at Doncaster (19.4f, good) on return. Below-par in more testing conditions latest on the back of a 7-week break and he should improve on that effort today TFRHHHII BHA119
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Age st-lb
Colours No Horse
Age st-lb
13 ASHINGTON (GB) (9) 531610 D 10 11-1
Br B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Kadoma Tom Midgley (3) J
O URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Springfield Farm Partnership Titan Resource Management S
WINNER
2ND 3RD 4TH
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TIMEFORM VIEW Winner over hurdles at Kelso in September but below-par runs over hurdles and on the Flat since (finished last at Newcastle 9 days ago). Capable on a going day but needs a resurgence on the back of most recent efforts.
14 SINGAPORE TRIP (FR) (92) 3343-15 D 7 11-0
Br B g Goken (FR) - Singapore Treat (FR) Sean Bowen J
O Mr Andrew Phillips Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B S.A.S Haras de la Huderie Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to the pick of his French form to open his account on British soil in 10-runner handicap hurdle at Perth (20.2f) in May, always holding on. Below-par round of jumping put paid to his chances on his comeback run at this venue. No surprise to see him leave that effort well behind him here.
With thanks to William Hill for sponsoring this race. RACE
SPONSOR
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15 MAGIC WAVE (GB) (269) 12/12P-0 9 10-11
Br B g Gentlewave (IRE) - Annie’s Gift (IRE) Alan Johns J
O The Magic Circle Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Mr & Mrs P Nelson Mark Walford Racing S
A cash prize of £50 will be presented to the stablehand responsible for the Best Turned Out Horse in this race. The winning owner will also receive a memento.
TFRHHHII BHA113
TIMEFORM VIEW Overcame 12-month absence when landing the odds in a Market Rasen maiden (20.6f) in November Hasn’t been able to build on that but has been well-supported in the market the last twice, disappointing on both occasions, latest on better ground. Return to more testing conditions may help on comeback.
16 GOLDWYN (IRE) (67) F/321-0P C 8 10-10
Br B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Lady Marmelo (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J
O Miss G. M. Richardson Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Gill Richardson Bloodstock Ltd Mark Walford Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form over hurdles while displaying the odd quirk. Didn’t take to chasing when pulled-up in November and he should be much more competitive back over the smaller obstacles. TFRHHHII BHA112
17 NORTH PARADE (IRE) (14) 0-04520 D 10 10-7
Br Br g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Retain That Magic (IRE) William Maggs (5) J
O Mrs S. Smith Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Mr D. Kennedy Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW A three-time 2m4f scorer at Newcastle last term and has run with credit this season when second here (21.3f, soft) in December Struggled in a stronger race last time and produced his worst round of jumping for a while. Needs to bounce back from that but has ran well on his last two visits here. TFRHHHII BHA109
2024: WAR SOLDIER (IRE) 7 11 1 Ryan Mania 9-1 (Sandy Thomson) 11 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 9, 12, 14 Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 9.
THE TIMEFORM VIEW A typically competitive Saturday handicap hurdle, but Mr Bramley appeals the most following his creditable third in a stronger race than this at Newbury, having been sent for home plenty soon enough. Hazy Glen had his stamina stretched over 3 miles and he’s a player back down in trip, along with Foster’sisland who has run well on his last two visits to this venue.
BF—Beaten Favourite. B—Brought Down. C—Course Winner D—Distance Winner F—Fell. P—Pulled Up R—Refused. S—Slipped Up U—Unseated. d—Disqualifed. r—Ran Out.
Winner. F—Fell. P—Pulled Up. ance
Cash machines are located within the Bramham Hall and Millennium Stand, Level 2.
The
Peter Beaumont Memorial Open Hunters’ Steeple Chase (Class 5) for six yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £5000 x Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money 1st £2231, 2nd £1116, 3rd £558, 4th £279 (Penalty Value £2566.50)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Skelton (48 wins from 168 runners, 29%) runs JET PLANE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (5 wins from 41 runners, 12%) runs JET PLANE
Longest Traveller: ANOTHER FURLOUGH trained by H Ryall, Crewkerne, 271 miles.
1 JET PLANE (IRE) (36) 11P-3U0 9 12-6
Br B g Jet Away - Court Gamble (IRE) Miss Heidi Palin (5) J
O Norman Lake & Susan Carsberg Dan Skelton, Alcester T
H Croome & West Warwickshire Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser 20/1, fair seventh of 11 in handicap chase at Kempton (24f, good to soft) 36 days ago. Holds excellent form claims in these much calmer waters though.
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2 JERRYSBACK (IRE) (48) 10/51-20 C D 13 12-2
Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Get A Few Bob Back (IRE) Miss Becky Smith J
O Mrs Amy Fife T. W. Fife, Northallerton T H Hurworth
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser 7/2, creditable second of 9 in hunter chase at Cartmel (25.5f, soft) 8 months ago for Ben Haslam. Ninth in a point recently so this veteran needs to step forward.
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3 ANOTHER FURLOUGH (IRE) (55) 311-F13 D 8 11-12
Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Rebel Warrior (IRE) Mr Robbie David (5) J
O Mr H. Ryall H. Ryall, Crewkerne T H Seavington
TIMEFORM VIEW 9/2 and hooded tongue strap on, staying on into the frame when fell 2 out in hunter chase at Cheltenham (26f, heavy) on NH debut 9 months ago. Since won a point so he’s one to consider
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4 ASK A HONEY BEE (IRE) (62) P303/5-3 C D 11 11-12
Br B g Ask - Pure Honey (IRE) Mr Martin McIntyre (3) J
O Lawson and Lewis M. Osborne, Bourton-On-The-Water T H Heythrop
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler/chaser 7/2, below-par fifth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Huntingdon (25f) on his final run for Fergal O’Brien. Third in a point since so possibilities.
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5 IRASCIBLE (FR) (84) 0535-63 10 11-12
Br Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Karuma (GER) Miss Amber Jackson-Fennell (7) J
O Miss Amber Jackson-Fennell Miss Amber Jackson-Fennell, Chipping Norton T H Tivyside
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner at 17f over hurdles. Sixth of 10 in minor event chase at Dieppe (19.4f) 9 months ago for Sophie Leech. A subsequent third in a point. No forlorn hope.
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6 SOCKS OFF (IRE) (56) 46/5-623 8 11-12
Br Br g Society Rock (IRE) - Deliziosa (IRE) Mr Paddy Barlow (5) J
O Cape Farming & Bloodstock Limited Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
H Middleton Cape Farming & Bloodstock Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner at 20f over hurdles. 11/1, creditable third of 8 in handicap chase at this course (19.4f, heavy) 56 days ago. Up in trip and not ruled out. TFRHHHII BHA93
7 ZEE MAN (FR) (14) 3F21/-P3 D 11 11-12
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Sky High Flyer J
O Mrs Marcine Marshall F. A. Hutsby, Wellesbourne T H Warwickshire
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest chaser and a below-form second in hunter chase at Warwick (20f) 22 months ago. Posted a recent third in points so can’t be dismissed. TFRHHHII BHA90
8 TANORA (IRE) (13) U13P-P5 D 10 11-5
Br B m Court Cave (IRE) - Muscova Rose (IRE) Miss Pippa Brown (5) J
O Magnolia Stables Racing Club A C Wilson, Oulston T
H York North & West of Yore
TIMEFORM VIEW Chaser who came in a remote third of 7 in hunter chase at Cartmel (21.2f) 20 months ago. Fifth in a point recently but faces an uphill task. TFRHHIII BHA69
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner at 19f over hurdles but pulled up in handicap chase at Chepstow (23.6f) in April, 2023, on her final run for Dan Skelton. A multiple winning pointer since though so she’s very much one to consider TFRHHHHI BHA115
2024: SINE NOMINE 8 11 13 Mr John Dawson 6-1 (Fiona Needham) 6 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 6, 9.
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Dan Skelton’s JET PLANE has much less on his plate than when seventh at Kempton last time so is fancied to resume winning ways. Former stablemate Wild Romance comes here on the back of pointing success so could prove the chief threat, although Ask A Honey Bee and Jerrysback could also have a say in this hunter chase.
Colours No Horse
RACE SPONSOR
With thanks to The Friends & Family of Peter Beaumont for sponsoring this race.
A cash prize of £50 will be presented to the stablehand responsible for the Best Turned Out Horse in this race. The winning owner will also receive a memento.
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PETER PETER BEAUMONT BEAUMONT 1934 - 2020 2020 1934 - 2020 2020
Peter was a Yorkshire Farmer turned Gold Peter Cup winning trainer, winning Racing’s most prestigious Steeplechase with Jodami in 1993. 1993.
Peter developed an early connection with through his his family and pony club and then later point to point and pony club and then later to racing. Alongside his dairy herd, he established hunter liveries his he established hunter and started bringing on young point to horses, with great and started on young to horses, with great success. As more and more horses in 1986 a As more more in 1986 a trainers license was taken out. was
Homebred, JJ Henry was the first to make Peter’s name under Homebred, JJ Henry was the to name NH Rules, and Peter soon became known for and NH and Peter soon became known
horses through lished point and horses arrived, Peter’s for sourcing and Cheltenham most
training a wonderful stamp of staying chaser. a wonderful of chaser. The best of these being Cheltenham Gold Cup winner Jodami, a horse who also Cheltenham Gold winner a horse won three successive Irish Gold Cups. won Gold Cups Young Kenny, Huzzard Huzzard Collonges, Island Chief, Nikki Dee and Bobby Grant were Island Chief, Nikki Dee and Grant were amongst many other success stories that came out of amongst out Peter’s Brandsby yard.
Above all Peter was truly a gentlemen of racing, a kind, decent, Above modest man who was mindful of others, and we are honoured modest to run this race today in his memory. to run this race in his memory.
28TH MARCH 2025
Wear A Hat RAceDay
The Watch Race Replays At racingtv.com Open Maiden National Hunt Flat Race (Class 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (Div I) (GBB Race)
for maiden four, five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £4999 x Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money 1st £2019, 2nd £1009, 3rd £505, 4th £252, 5th £126. (Penalty Value £2639.97)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): O Murphy (26 wins from 108 runners, 24%) runs LITTLE LEDGEND & WANDERING EGO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (6 wins from 34 runners, 18%) runs LITTLE LEDGEND & WANDERING EGO
Longest Traveller: NED HILL trained by F O’Brien, Cheltenham, 170 miles.
1 BARRY FIFE (IRE) (265) 3-2 6 11-7
Br Ch g Mahler - Champagne Mega (IRE) Jack Hogan (3) J
O You Can Be Sure Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall T
B Catherine & Simon O’Meara Horserace Totalisator Board T/A Totesport, Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW £25,000 buy, placed both starts in Irish points, runner-up last time (May 2024).
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2 CASTANEA BREEZE (IRE) (30) 6 5 11-7
Br Ch g Diamond Boy (FR) - Kates The Boss (IRE) Tom Cannon J
O B. J. Painter Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T
B Declan Phelan Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S
TIMEFORM VIEW €14,000 half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Sporting Mike. 14/1, looked one for the longer term in Huntingdon bumper last month. TFRHHIII BHA-
3 HE’S A RIPPER (FR) (48) 3 BF 6 11-7
Br B g Cloudings (IRE) - Micro Mission (IRE) Emma Smith-Chaston (3) J
O Miss Paula Smith Paula Smith, Malton T
B North Sea Logistics
TIMEFORM VIEW Third sole start in point bumpers (Dec 15). Hooded. Pedigree suggests he’ll need more time and obstacles.
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4 LITTLE LEDGEND (IRE) (71) 4-3 5 11-7
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Nicat’s Benefit (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O Gracehill UK & Partners Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Thomas Keating Motaclan S
BR Breeding J Jockey O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m
7 WANDERING EGO (IRE) (86) F-3 5 11-7
Br B g Order of St George (IRE) - All The Queens (IRE) Joshua Bryan J
O Mrs Diana L. Whateley Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B R. Cody Motaclan, Cedar Invest Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Held every chance when falling at the last in his sole Irish point and made a promising debut under Rules when 8 lengths third of 8 in a Newbury bumper (2m, good to soft) in November 1 of 2 strong contenders for yard and can go well again.
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8 WESTERN MOUNT (GB) (-) 5 11-7
Br B g Westerner - Zeldina Tom Midgley (3) J
O Mrs S. Smith Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Richard & Candy Mathias Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW £24,000 3-y-o, Westerner gelding. Dam ran twice in bumpers, half-sister to smart hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 19f) Grumeti. TFRHHHII BHA-
9 BAY EMPRESS (IRE) (-) 6 11-0
Br B m Mahler - Ebony Empress (IRE) Henry Brooke J
O Sharp Hill Thoroughbreds Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Neill Patrick Francis Doran Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW €26,000 3-y-o, Mahler mare. Half-sister to fair hurdler Warm In Gorey Dam, fair hurdler (21f-2 3/4m winner, stayed 3m), sister to useful staying hurdler Kris Spin. TFRHHHII BHA-
10 SENOR CORTEZ (IRE) (-) 4 10-9
Br Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Lillian Russell (IRE) Charlie Todd J
O Graham & Lynn Knight Robert Eddery, Newmarket T
B Godolphin G. B. Marine S
TIMEFORM VIEW 9,000 gns 3-y-o, Sea The Stars gelding. Dam 1 1/4m-1 3/4m winner TFRHHHII BHA-
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TIMEFORM VIEW £46,000 buy fourth on his sole start in a point, easy to back on bumper debut at Ascot in November but showed plenty, just lacking a turn of foot late on. Should improve and leading claims.
5 NED HILL (FR) (-) 5 11-7
Br B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Solvalla (FR) Jonathan Burke J
O Mr Stewart Andrew Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Ms Marie-Odile Deshayes Bresbet S
TIMEFORM VIEW €170,000 buy and has a good jumps pedigree for a yard that does well in this sphere, but early breathing operation/fitting of tongue tie raises slight concern.
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a 2m-25f chase winner and well beaten in Southwell bumper for Camilla Poulton in May TFRHIIII BHA-
2024: OFF TO ALABAMA 6 11 7 Jamie Hamilton 66-1 (John Mackie) 11 ran Hood worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Hood worn by No. 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-2 Little Ledgend (IRE), 10-3 Ned Hill (FR), 5-1 Wandering Ego (IRE), 14-1 Barry Fife (IRE), Western Mount (GB), 16-1 Bay Empress (IRE), 20-1 Senor Cortez (IRE), 25-1 He’s A Ripper (FR), 33-1 Castanea Breeze (IRE), 300-1 Neptune House (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW LITTLE LEDGEND made a bright start in bumpers at Ascot in November and could be the way to go with improvement very much possible. Stablemate Wandering Ego is fancied to feature, while Ned Hill might be the pick of the newcomers.
The Watch Race Replays At racingtv.com Open Maiden National Hunt Flat Race (Class 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (Div II) (GBB Race)
for maiden four, five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £4999 x Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money 1st £2019, 2nd £1009, 3rd £505, 4th £252, 5th £126. (Penalty Value £2639.97)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): O Murphy (26 wins from 108 runners, 24%) runs ORDEROFTHEDAY
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (6 wins from 34 runners, 18%) runs ORDEROFTHEDAY
Longest Traveller: CELTIC QUEEN trained by T Vaughan, Cowbridge, 242 miles.
1 GARRANTEMPLE (IRE) (84) 2 6 11-7
Br B g Milan - Ashwell Lady (IRE) Theo Gillard J
O Red Rum Racing 2 Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B William Mangan
TIMEFORM VIEW €27,000 buy closely related to fair hurdler Oscarsman, and half-brother to 3 winners, including useful bumper/21f hurdle winner Way Back Then. Second in a point and worth a look. TFRHHHII BHA-
2 HE’S A DIAMOND (IRE) (58) 42-0 6 11-7
Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - L’Atmosphere Conor O’Farrell J
O Craig & Laura Buckingham Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B C R B Bloodstock Manor Farm Bloodstock S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on second of 2 starts in Irish points but finished well beaten in Market Rasen bumper 8 weeks ago.
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3 MISTERODDSOCKS (IRE) (52) 5-3 5 11-7
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Fairy Hill (IRE) Jack Quinlan J
O Jopla Racing Ben Case, Banbury T
B Frank Motherway David Andrews Construction Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW €125,000 Walk In The Park gelding from the family of smart hurdler/top-class chaser Bellshill. Free both starts 8 months apart but saw it out quite well having been prominent for a long way at Hereford on return in a hood 7 weeks ago. Could figure from the front again. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 MOSSY FEN ROAD (IRE) (321) 1- 5 11-7
Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Molly Duffy (IRE) Jonathan Burke J
O Barratt Racing Harry Derham, Newbury T
B Kenneth Parkhill OLBG S
TIMEFORM VIEW €75,000 3-y-o, Flemensfirth gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including smart hurdler/high-class chaser Fury Road and unbeaten bumper winner/ useful hurdler Monbeg Worldwide. Won sole start in Irish points (Mar 2024). Likely type for an excellent yard. TFRHHHHH BHA-
5 ORDEROFTHEDAY (IRE) (58) 3-12 5 11-7
Br B g Order of St George (IRE) - Jolie Landaise (FR) Sean Bowen J
O Mrs Diana L. Whateley Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Sean Gorman Motaclan, Cedar Invest Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW £125,000 Order of St George gelding. Half-brother to 4 winners, including fairly useful hurdler/chaser I’m All You Need and bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Minella Tara. Point winner and produced a promising first effort under Rules at Market Rasen (13/2) 8 weeks ago. Clear chance. TFRHHHHI BHA-
6 PARISH QUIZ (IRE) (26) 31-4 5 11-7
Br B g Snow Sky - Dranamol (IRE) Nathan Moscrop J
O Caspian Racing Limited Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Pat & Tom Sinnott Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner in points, after which he fetched 6 figures, was well backed and offered something to work on at Ayr (7/2) 4 weeks ago. Should improve. TFRHHHII BHA-
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7 WHATEVERWILLDO (GB) (-) 5 11-7
Br Ch g Forever Now - Dudette Joe Williamson (3) J
O Robin & Matthew Pearson Danny Brooke, Middleham T
B Robin Pearson Danny Brooke Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Forever Now gelding. Dam of little account, half-sister to fair hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 3 1/4m) Ask The Weatherman. TFRHHHII BHA-
8 CELTIC QUEEN (GB) (54) 25 5 11-0
Br B m Bated Breath - Susan Stroman Alan Johns J
O Mr Mick O’Boyle Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T
B Mr J. Dance DragonBet, Designation Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising second of 6 at Hereford on debut but easy to back and well held having taken keen hold at Lingfield a month on. Tongue tie on now TFRHHIII BHA-
9 VIENNA PEARL (IRE) (66) 03 5 11-0
Br Ch m Mahler - Chouquette Conor Rabbitt (5) J
O Mr Richard Berry Andrew Crook, Leyburn T
B The Beeches Stud Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Big prices in bumpers, achieving more when held in third over C&D in November Looks ready for jumps/further already TFRHHHII BHA-
2024:(See Div 1) Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Hood worn by No. 3.
THE TIMEFORM VIEW MOSSY FEN ROAD makes plenty of appeal on paper, a costly point winner who has been given time, and he gets the vote before market clues. Orderoftheday and Misteroddsocks are dangers.
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 12.30 - THE wetherbyracing.co.uk MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Herring Queen 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 novice five yrs old and upwards mares only, which have not won more than two hurdle races Enter by noon, January 27th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 30th. Weights: 11st each Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning Owner of this race Horses which have been placed in the first six in this race will qualify for the £100,000 Final (A Class 2 Handicap) of the Herring Queen Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over about two miles at Kelso on Saturday, 22nd March, 2025. 14 entries at £35. - Closed January 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £2921; Second £1461; Third £730; Fourth £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20) SEE PAGE 2 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 1.00 - THE WILLIAM HILL BEST ODDS GUARANTEED NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, January 27th and pay £31 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 30th. Penalties, after January 25th, 2025, 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 £50 cash award to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 16 entries at £31. - Closed January 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70) Weights raised 1lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 4 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 1.33 - THE WILMOT-SMITH MEMORIAL MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, January 27th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 30th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb This race is so named in memory of the late NickWilmot-Smith, a former Chairman and Director of theWetherby Steeplechase Committee Limited, and also in memory of the late Pat Wilmot-Smith, a former Director The WILMOT-SMITH family have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner The WILMOT-SMITH family will also present a cash prize to the stable lad or girl responsible for the winning horse in this race 24 entries at £40. - Closed January 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418 (Penalty Value £4356.80) 1 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 2.08 - THE WILLIAM HILL B.O.G IS BACK HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7804 to the winning horse The second to receive £3588, the third £1794, the fourth £897, the fifth £448 and the sixth £223. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 30th. Penalties, after January 25th, 2025, 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 £50 cash award to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 23 entries at £75. - Closed January 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £5963; Second £2981; Third £1491; Fourth £746; Fifth £372; Sixth £186. (Penalty Value £7804.50)
SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 2.43 - THE WILLIAM HILL BET10, GET10 HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £71 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £14 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £57 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 30th. Penalties, after January 25th, 2025, for each hurdle race 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 £50 cash award to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 27 entries, 1 at £14 and 26 at £71. - Closed January 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50) SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 3.15 - THE PETER BEAUMONT MEMORIAL OPEN HUNTERS’ STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2566 to the winning horse The second to receive £1283, the third £641 and the fourth £321. for six yrs old and upwards Enter by noon, January 27th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 30th.Weights: 11st 12lb each Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ and Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland) Note:With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Steeple Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys The Family & Friends of the late Peter Beaumont have supported this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a cash prize will be presented to the stable hand responsible for the best turned out horse in this race The Peter Beaumont Perpetual Challenge Trophy will also be presented to the winning owner, which to be held until 31st December 2025. 12 entries at £25. - Closed January 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £2231; Second £1116; Third £558; Fourth £279 (Penalty Value £2566.50) HC SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 3.50 - THE WATCH RACE REPLAYS AT racingtv.com OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (DIV I) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2639 to the winning horse The second to receive £1214, the third £607, the fourth £303 and the fifth £151. for maiden four, five and six 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, January 27th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 30th.Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 7lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner 19 entries at £24. - Closed January 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2019; Second £1009; Third £505; Fourth £252; Fifth £126. (Penalty Value £2639.97) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Eighth Race 4.22 - THE WATCH RACE REPLAYS AT racingtv.com OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 3 Elimination) (DIV II) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2639 to the winning horse The second to receive £1214, the third £607, the fourth £303 and the fifth £151. for maiden four, five and six 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, January 27th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 30th.Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 7lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner 19 entries at £24. - Closed January 27th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £2019; Second £1009; Third £505; Fourth £252; Fifth £126. (Penalty Value £2639.97) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
