for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000 x Declared Runners 11 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): D Skelton (49 wins from 166 runners, 30%) runs STROLLING ALONG Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (10 wins from 43 runners, 23%) runs SOUTH OMO ZONE
Longest Traveller: WENDIGO trained by J Snowden, Lambourn, 198 miles.
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(IRE) (110) 0/2P2-16 6 11-9
Br B g Mahler - Mazagee (FR) Henry Brooke J
O Patrick Neville Racing Syndicate Patrick Neville, Leyburn T
B Mr Dolty Boyle Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Debut winner at Perth in August but only sixth of 8 in novice hurdle at Cheltenham (19.9f, good) 110 days ago. Tongue strap goes on for 1st time with more required. TFRHHHII BHA-
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ZONE (IRE) (27) P/20/1-1 7 11-9
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Starry Lady (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O South Omo Zone & Middleham Park Racing Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B S. McGivern & P. Harford Middleham Park Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort who landed bumper at Hereford for Anthony Charlton and followed up for his new handler in 8-runner novice hurdle at Wincanton (15.2f, soft) on hurdles bow 27 days ago. Has more to offer so he’s a likely player TFRHHHHI BHA-
3 WENDIGO (FR) (46) 311-212 6 11-9
Br Br g Great Pretender (IRE) - Biche d’Oo (FR) Gavin Sheehan J
O RC Syndicate I Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
B Mr Olivier Tricot racingclub.com S
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Ludlow in November before posting a very useful effort when 4 3/4 lengths second of 7 to The New Lion in Challow Novices’ Hurdle (25/1) at Newbury (20.5f, good to soft) 46 days ago. The one to beat. TFRHHHHH BHA137
4 BOLD JURY (IRE) (27) 4F-36r 5 11-2
Br B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Kalema (GER) Brian Hughes J
O Mr A. Barker Paul Collins, Saltburn-By-The-Sea T
B M. Cave & S. Lanigan O’Keeffe
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed promise when sixth at Uttoxeter on his debut but he ran out in novice hurdle at Newcastle (16.9f, good to soft) 27 days ago. Needs to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA-
5 FOREVERWALKING (IRE) (19) 1//P-20 7 11-2
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Until Forever (IRE) David Bass J
O Mr Kevin Frost Kevin Frost, Newark T
B Howard Spooner & Ian Weaver Kevin Frost Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in 2m4f Thurles maiden hurdle for Willie Mullins but only eighth of 12 on his yard debut in novice hurdle (33/1) at Doncaster (19.4f, good to soft) 19 days ago. More is required. TFRHHHII BHA-
6 KLAPTON BOY (FR) (88) 22 5 11-2
Br B g Brave Mansonnien (FR) - Choisille (FR) Tom Broughton (5) J
O Ms Victoria Cottingham Nick Kent, Brigg T
B Dr V. Michel Guiot Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd. S
TIMEFORM VIEW Points runner-up who came in second of 5 in novice hurdle over C&D (good) on his NH debut 88 days ago. Can take a step forward. TFRHHHII BHA-
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7 STROLLING ALONG (IRE) (35) 40 5 11-2
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Browngirlinthering (IRE) Harry Skelton J
O Mr J. Hales Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Coisdeel Bloodstock Ltd Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Debut fourth in Carlisle bumper but looked in need of the experience when ninth of 12 in novice hurdle at Taunton (16.5f, soft, 10/1) on hurdles bow 35 days ago. Likely to improve. TFRHHHII BHA-
8 TOO COOL FORSHRULE (IRE) (22) P2-P00 6 11-2
Br B g Watar (IRE) - Shrule Girl (IRE) Craig Nichol J
O Myddelton Family Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Mr James Cosgrave Swansway S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden and he came in last of 8 in novice hurdle (150/1) at Leicester (15.5f, heavy) 22 days ago. Up in trip with plenty more needed. TFRHHIII BHA-
9 APIECEOVFORTUNE (GB) (41) 00 5 10-9
Br Ch m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Actinpieces Paul O’Brien J
O Mrs P. M. Sly Pam Sly, Peterborough T
B Mrs P. Sly Pam Sly Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumpers at Southwell and Huntingdon this winter Goes hurdling now with significantly more required. TFRHHIII BHA-
10 GENIES GIRL (IRE) (48) 6060 6 10-9
Br B m Sageburg (IRE) - Cognitive (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J
O Mr J. Sheard Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Mrs Mary Roche Jeremy Sheard S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed some promise in bumpers but yet to build on it in a pair of maiden hurdles here either side of Christmas. This keen-going sort needs to settle better TFRHHIII BHA-
11 OUR ROSIE (IRE) (63) 0/-50 6 10-9
Br B m Rule of Law (USA) - County Gate (IRE) Philip Armson (3) J
O Mr L. Tomlinson Michael Mullineaux, Tarporley T
B Leonard Tomlinson Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 11 in bumper (300/1) at Hereford 63 days ago. Makes her hurdles debut with something to prove now TFRHHIII BHA-
2024: MAGICAL KING (IRE) 5 11 2 Fergus Gillard 8-15 (Stuart Edmunds) 8 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.
Stewards Note: GENIES GIRL: Following its run on 26/12/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 1-2 Wendigo (FR), 4-1 South Omo Zone (IRE), 20-1 Strolling Along (IRE), 33-1 Bold Jury (IRE), Foreverwalking (IRE), 40-1 Ailt An Chorrain (IRE), Klapton Boy (FR), 100-1 Apieceovfortune (GB), 250-1 Our Rosie (IRE), 300-1 Too Cool Forshrule (IRE), Genies Girl (IRE)
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THE TIMEFORM VIEW Jamie Snowden’s WENDIGO is impossible to oppose on the back of his fine second to The New Lion in Newbury’s Challow Hurdle last time out so gets a confident vote. South Omo Zone made a winning start for Olly Murphy at Wincanton and appeals as the one to chase him home ahead of the unexposed Strolling Along, who can build on his hurdling debut ninth at Taunton.
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SECOND RACE 2.30
The racingtv.com Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier) (GBB Race)
for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): O Murphy (26 wins from 110 runners, 24%) runs CHAMPAGNESUPEROVER
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (10 wins from 43 runners, 23%) runs CHAMPAGNESUPEROVER
Weightwatcher: CAP DU NORD won off a handicap mark of 127, his rating is now down 7lb to 120
Longest Traveller: CAP DU NORD trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 245 miles.
1 SOUND AND FURY (IRE) (28) 2/P1-315 D 8 12-1
Br B g Milan - Tarantella Lady Kielan Woods J
O Foxtrot Racing Sound and Fury Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B Mr K. D. Cotter Foxtrot Racing Syndicates S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winning pointer/hurdler, who looked rather fortunate when opening his chase account at Uttoxeter in December (looked booked for second when left in front at the last). Only fifth in an 8-runner Newbury handicap next time and improvement needed now equipped with first-time blinkers. TFRHHHII BHA121
2 CAP DU NORD (FR) (59) 100045 D 12 12-0
Br Br g Voix du Nord (FR) - Qualite Controlee (FR) Ellis Collier (5) J
O The Can’t Say No Partnership Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B S.C.E.A. Raymond Jean-Christian Dodson and Horrell S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice in 2024, bagging handicaps at Plumpton and Perth (latter success gained off a mark 2lb higher than his current one) but he has struggled in 4 appearances since returning from a break in October TFRHIIII BHA120
3 MOON HUNTER (GB) (90) 405F-43 C D 8 11-11
Br B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Miss Duffy David Bass J
O Five Go Racing Henry Daly, Ludlow T
B Mr W. Kinsey & Mr S. Crank Humphrey Butler Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer who was 2-5 over hurdles and didn’t shape at all badly on chase debut at Cheltenham last season. However, he has looked rather laboured since, in first-time cheekpieces (retained) when last of 3 in handicap at Market Rasen (23.9f, good) on most recent start in November TFRHHIII BHA117
4 CHAMPAGNESUPEROVER (IRE) (21) F40U3U D BF 10 11-11
Br B g Jeremy (USA) - Meldrum Hall (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O Crowd Racing and Partner Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Thomas F. Hannon Motaclan S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual chase winner at around 3m in spring 2022. Lightly raced and has failed to trouble the judge since but was starting to get going and travelling well when unseating rider at the twelfth fence at Catterick (25.2f, good) 3 weeks ago. One to consider off the same mark. TFRHHHII BHA117
5 LATENIGHTRUMBLE (GB) (46) 250312 CD 8 11-10
Br B g Sulamani (IRE) - Latenightdip Mr Jack Andrews (3) J
O Mrs P. A. Ellis
Tom Ellis, Rugby T
B Mrs Pippa Ellis Fresh Air S
TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time point winner who surpassed his hurdles form when making a winning handicap chase debut over this C&D in December Ultimately done for finishing speed in a steadily-run race at Leicester (22.7f, soft) over Christmas but it was a solid effort nonetheless and he remains open to improvement. TFRHHHHH BHA116
6 MAGICAL ESCAPE (IRE) (26) 41-1256 D 7 11-10
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Chestnut (IRE) Ciaran Gethings J
O Surprise Syndicate Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham T
B Robert Allen Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed after a wind op with a promising second of 5 in handicap chase at Exeter (24.2f, good) in October Below-par both subsequent starts, though, and hopes here pinned on the new headgear (first-time visor replaces usual cheekpieces) helping him to get back on track. TFRHHIII BHA116
BR Breeding J Jockey O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 3m 45y
7 MONTREGARD (FR) (76) 61-3613 C D BF 6 11-7
Br Ch g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Protektion (FR) Stan Sheppard J
O Mr John P. McManus Tom Lacey, Woolhope T
B Guy Cherel
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner who left chase debut effort well behind when cosily landing a 3-runner affair at Market Rasen (3m, good) in November Merely plugged on when a safely-held third at Taunton next time but it’s still early days for him over fences and he has to enter calculations. TFRHHHII BHA113
8 JAR DU DESERT (FR) (48) 4436-25 6 11-2
Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Dora du Desert (FR) Tom Broughton (5) J
O Crossed Fingers Partnership Nick Kent, Brigg T
B Mr Florin Codre Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd. S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful ex-French 17f chase winner Produced much his best effort to date on these shores when runner-up over C&D off this mark in November but failed to repeat that at Aintree since and he looks vulnerable. TFRHHIII BHA108
9 ROSTELLO (FR) (21) 21-P052 D 10 10-11
Br Ch g Fuisse (FR) - Rose d’Ete (FR) Luke Scott (5) J
O Andy Clarke & Stella Barclay Stella Barclay, Garstang T
B Patrick Boiteau
TIMEFORM VIEW Not straightforward but put it all together under a good ride when winning 4-runner Southwell handicap last spring. Left previous efforts for this yard behind when going close at Catterick last time but it remains to be seen if he’ll again rise to the occasion. TFRHHHII BHA103
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Blinkers worn first time by No. 1. Visor worn first time by No. 6. Blinkers worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5. ~Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 7.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 11-4 Latenightrumble (GB), 9-2 Montregard (FR), 6-1 Champagnesuperover (IRE), 8-1 Sound And Fury (IRE), 10-1 Rostello (FR), 11-1 Jar du Desert (FR), 12-1 Magical Escape (IRE), 14-1 Moon Hunter (GB), 40-1 Cap du Nord (FR)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW LATENIGHTRUMBLE outpointed a progressive sort when getting off the mark over C&D on his penultimate start, and then followed home another upwardly mobile type at Leicester where the lack of a strong end-to-end gallop counted against him. The 8-y-o should have more to offer in this sphere and earns the vote ahead of Montregard and Champagnesuperover TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
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for juvenile four yrs old x Total prize fund £9000 x Declared Runners 8 Owners Prize Money 1st £3756, 2nd £1878, 3rd £939, 4th £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Skelton (49 wins from 166 runners, 30%) runs LIVE CONTI Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (10 wins from 46 runners, 22%) runs LIVE CONTI Longest Traveller: THE THREE J’S trained by W Coltherd, Selkirk, 155 miles.
1 LIVE CONTI (FR) (133) 1 11-7
Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Valdivia (IRE) Harry Skelton J
O G Mason,J Hales,P Hogath,Sir A Ferguson Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Earl Patrick Joubert Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 17-runner juvenile hurdle at Auteuil (2 1/4m, soft) on debut in October in a race that has already thrown up a handful of subsequent winners. Looks a potentially very useful recruit for his powerful connections and should win this before going on to better things (holds Triumph Hurdle entry). TFRHHHHH BHA-
2 L’AIR DU LARGE (FR) (44) 44 11-0
Br B g No Risk At All (FR) - Fille du Large (FR) Henry Brooke J
O Jon & Jacqueline Hughes Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Pascal Noue Swansway S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t shown a great deal of spark in a bumper/ juvenile hurdle so far and probably more of a long-term prospect. TFRHIIII BHA-
3 LAUTREC DE COUGNY (FR) (91) 0 11-0
Br B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Qualanke (FR) Craig Nichol J
O The North West National Hunt Racing Club Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Marie Aline Saltel, Guillaume Colmont, J Swansway S
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to yard’s useful hurdler/chase winner Herbiers but looked badly in need of the experience when 24 lengths last of 7 on in Bangor novice hurdle on debut in November Like stablemate L’Air du Large, he’s probably more one for the future. Tongue strap applied. TFRHIIII BHA-
4 LIKLEMAN (GB) (12) 6 11-0
Br B g Footstepsinthesand - Lynique (IRE) Bruce Lynn J
O Mr C. R. Hirst Simon West, Middleham T
B Carisbrooke Stud Horserace Totalisator Board T/A Totesport S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest miler on the Flat and his future in this sphere doesn’t look particularly bright judged on what he showed in a Catterick juvenile event 12 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA-
5 MANDARB (FR) (77) 6 11-0
Br B g Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Sans Peur (FR) Brian Hughes J
O Primitivo Racing Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B D&C Bloodstock & C. Wilson Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on the Flat but didn’t jump with any fluency when trailing in last of 6 on hurdles debut over this C&D in November TFRHIIII BHA-
6 SCOTLAND THE BRAVE (GB) (8) 56 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 Hasn’t shown much in a couple of juvenile hurdles but he did score on the Flat at Newcastle (16.2f) last week. Each-way chance if able to translate that improved form back to this sphere. TFRHHIII BHA-
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m
7 THE THREE J’S (IRE) (21) 0 11-0
Br Br g Blue Bresil (FR) - Imperceptible (IRE) Sam Coltherd J
O J Fyffe & S Townshend Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk T
B J. B. Bloodstock Ltd JF Kegs(Scotland)Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in a Catterick bumper on debut 3 weeks ago and readily passed over now switched to hurdles. TFRHIIII BHA-
8 REMARKABLE FLIGHT (IRE) (12) 20 10-7
Br B f Gleneagles (IRE) - Classic Remark (IRE) Ross Chapman J
O Mr Alan Baxter Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Airlie Stud & Mrs S. M. Rogers PRA World Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner on the Flat for Charlie Hills but achieved very little when second of 2 finishers on Leicester hurdle debut in November Subsequently finished out with the washing at Catterick and minor place money is the most likely scenario here. TFRHHIII BHA2024: WRECKLESS ERIC 4 11 0 Kielan Woods 5-6 (Ben Pauling) 8 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Hood worn by No. 4, 8. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 2-9 Live Conti (FR), 12-1 Scotland The Brave (GB), 16-1 Remarkable Flight (IRE), 33-1 Lautrec de Cougny (FR), 40-1 Mandarb (FR), 50-1 L’Air du Large (FR), 66-1 The Three J’S (IRE), 250-1 Likleman (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW It will be disappointing should LIVE CONTI fail to deliver on his debut for the Dan Skelton yard. Indeed, the race he won in France during the autumn looked pretty strong and this will likely serve as a stepping-stone on the path to bigger and better things. Recent Flat scorer Scotland The Brave is preferred to Remarkable Flight for forecast purposes.
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ance . F—Fell. P—Pulled Up.
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FOURTH RACE 3.40
The Watch Racing TV In Stunning HD Novices’ Limited Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 3) (GBB Race)
for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £14500 x Declared Runners 8 Owners Prize Money 1st £5857, 2nd £2928, 3rd £1465, 4th £732, 5th £365. (Penalty Value £7657.45)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Skelton (49 wins from 166 runners, 30%) runs THEFORMISMIGHTY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (10 wins from 46 runners, 22%) runs THEFORMISMIGHTY Longest Traveller: STRINGTOYOURBOW trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 245 miles.
1 THEFORMISMIGHTY (GB) (46) 614-410 8 11-10
Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Mimi Equal Harry Skelton J
O Mr Garry Wilson Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Shade Oak Stud Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark in this sphere at Southwell in December but only seventh of 8 in handicap chase at Newbury (22.4f, good to soft) 46 days ago. Sort to bounce back.
TFRHHHII BHA127
2 HURRICANE BAY (GB) (474) 331P2/6- D 9 11-8
Br B g Malinas (GER) - Another Storm Gavin Sheehan J
O The Hanseatic League Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T
B D. A. Wales Weatherbys Hamilton LLP S
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m 3f 85y
7 STRINGTOYOURBOW (IRE) (42) 653112 BF 8 10-9
Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Mimi And Bow Sean Quinlan J O Gillman Int Plywood St Quinton S-Daniel Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B Mr & Mrs R. & N. Furlong Dodson and Horrell S
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked on the up when bagging handicaps at Southwell and Musselburgh before Christmas but he found little when only second of 4 back at Southwell (20.4f, heavy) last time Needs to get back on track. TFRHHHII BHA112
8 RUMOURSAREFLYING (GB) (20) 24-2524 7 10-5
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Circus Rose Paul O’Brien J
O Mrs P. M. Sly Pam Sly, Peterborough T
B Mrs P. Sly Pam Sly Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Reliable maiden hurdler who came in a respectable fourth of 10 in novice here (16f, heavy) 20 days ago. Much respected now going over fences. TFRHHHII BHA107
TFRHHHII BHA125
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked rusty after 6 months off when sixth of 9 in handicap chase at Cheltenham (19.8f, good) on his debut over fences, doing too much too soon. Off another 15 months so needs to hit the ground running.
3 TARAS HALLS (IRE) (25) 0-54216 7 11-0
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Brixen (IRE) Peter Kavanagh (3) J
O Mr R Peters and Mr T Ford Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Mr Tom Ford Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his chase account at Uttoxeter in December but he beat only one in handicap chase at Haydock (19.9f, soft) 25 days ago. Has a bit to prove now
TFRHHHII BHA117
4 GETAWAY DRUMLEE (IRE) (64) P/210-32 BF 9 10-13
Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Miss Leele (IRE) Ben Jones J
O Mrs G. Collier Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B Paddy Stack Fitzdares S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has made a good start in this sphere, travelling strongly but collared late on when second of 7 in handicap chase at Fontwell (19.5f, soft) 64 days ago. Bold showing is on the cards off an unchanged mark. TFRHHHHH BHA116
5 NEW ORDER (IRE) (28) 2-50610 7 10-11
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Ballylough Lady (IRE) David Bass J
O MF Partnership Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton T
B Joseph O’Rahilly Merriebelle Stable Llc S
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark at Warwick (24f) in December but beat only one at Newbury following month. Hooded and worth another chance with few miles still on the clock.
TFRHHHII BHA114
6 KILTA (IRE) (70) 0-15323 8 10-11
Br B g Curtain Time (IRE) - Coco Be Cool (IRE) Jonathan England J
O Mr R. J. Hewitt Sam England, Guiseley T
B Mrs Bernie Hennessy Golden Sunset Holidays, Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Cartmel in May and has continued in largely good nick, third of 7 in handicap chase at Haydock (21.6f, soft) 70 days ago. Needs considering. TFRHHHHI BHA114
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Hood worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 6.
Stewards Note:
TARAS HALLS: Following its run on 18/1/2025 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly from 3rd last. NEW ORDER: Following its run on 15/1/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-2 Getaway Drumlee (IRE), 5-1 Stringtoyourbow (IRE), 13-2 Kilta (IRE), 7-1 Theformismighty (GB), New Order (IRE), 15-2 Taras Halls (IRE), 17-2 Hurricane Bay (GB), 22-1 Rumoursareflying (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Ben Pauling’s GETAWAY DRUMLEE signalled his turn is near when runner-up at Fontwell last time and can go one better now off the same mark. The consistent Kilta is next on the list, with Theformismighty appealing as the pick of the rest for minor honours.
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FIFTH RACE 4.13
The Wetherby Racecourse & Conference Centre
Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 3)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £17500 x Declared Runners 13 Owners Prize Money 1st £7068, 2nd £3533, 3rd £1768, 4th £884, 5th £441 (Penalty Value £9241.75)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Skelton (49 wins from 166 runners, 30%) runs WEST TO THE BRIDGE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (10 wins from 46 runners, 22%) runs WEST TO THE BRIDGE Weightwatcher: WEST TO THE BRIDGE won off a handicap mark of 132, his rating is now down 5lb to 127 Longest Traveller: AMERICAN SNIPER trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 263 miles.
No Horse
1 HARDY DU SEUIL (FR) (26) 2/3P0-25 D 8 12-0
Br B g Coastal Path - Pervenche du Seuil (FR) Will Featherstone (7) J
O The Hardy Souls Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
B Mr Jean Brest & Mme Catherine Boudot BetVictor S
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned as good as ever over hurdles when runner-up at Carlisle in December and, back up in grade, he again ran well when fifth of 14 at Windsor (16f, good to soft) last month. Not taken lightly returned to this level. TFRHHHHI BHA129
2 PERSIAN TIME (GB) (82) P14P-5P 7 11-13
Br B g Califet (FR) - Persian Forest Nico de Boinville J
O McNeill Family & Stone Family Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T
B Clarendon Farm Ultima Business Solutions S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 2 of first 4 starts over fences last term, but ended the campaign in underwhelming fashion and hasn’t shown much spark in 2 outings this season. However, he’s capable if on a going day as he makes handicap hurdle debut with blinkers applied. TFRHHHII BHA128
3 WEST TO THE BRIDGE (IRE) (32) 44-3345 CD 12 11-12
Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Godlylady (IRE) Harry Skelton J
O Mr J. Tierney Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Mr L. Dunne Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on his comeback run when third at Bangor (19.6f, soft) in November but not in the same form both starts since, fifth of 9 at Ffos Las (23.9f, heavy) last month. Veteran of the line-up, though he’s on a handy mark as cheekpieces go back on. TFRHHIII BHA127
4 PINOT ROUGE (IRE) (18) 4-36P46 7 11-11
Br Ch m Vendangeur (IRE) - Moanbaun Lady (IRE) Nathan Moscrop J
O Mr S. Oliver Susan Corbett, Otterburn T
B Seamus O’Roarke Finnies Heavy Haulage S
TIMEFORM VIEW Took well to hurdling last season, winning Listed novice at Doncaster ahead of good fourth in Aintree Grade 1. Having started current campaign over fences, returned to form back hurdling at Ayr in January, before facing a stiff task at Doncaster last time. More needed. TFRHHIII BHA126
5 RANGE (IRE) (32) 54-F10F 8 11-10
Br B g Shantou (USA) - Grapevine Sally (IRE) Dylan Johnston (3) J
O Walters Plant Hire & Potter Group Sam Thomas, Cardiff T
B Heather Robinson Potter Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed promise of hurdling bow when winning a Chepstow novice last term and also scored at the same course on second start over fences this season. Let down by jumping on 2 most recent outings, but he could fare better making handicap hurdle debut. TFRHHHII BHA125
6 AMERICAN SNIPER (IRE) (48) 0-00163 BF 7 11-10
Br B g Malinas (GER) - Mountain Leap (IRE) Callum Pritchard (5) J
O Mr Peter W. Garnsworthy David Pipe, Wellington T
B George Doyle W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW Back to best with cheekpieces refitted when gamely landing 4-runner handicap at Newbury (24.2f, good to soft) in November Has continued in good heart both starts since, third at this course (21.2f, soft) on Boxing Day, and he can give his running again. TFRHHHII BHA125
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7 PIGEON HOUSE (IRE) (11) 1P2225 5 11-10
Br Ch g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Zaitana (IRE) Sean Quinlan J
O Le Pigeons Jennie Candlish, Leek T B Al Shira’aa Farms S.A.R.L. Evolve Business Finance Limited, PRA World Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won big-field handicap at Punchestown in May and doubled his tally at Ballinrobe in August when trained by Mrs J. Harrington. Runner-up in novices on first 3 starts for current yard, but needs to bounce back from a lesser effort at Musselburgh 11 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA125
8 HERBIERS (FR) (18) 14/2-P5P D 8 11-8
Br B g Waldpark (GER) - Qualanke (FR) Henry Brooke J
O Nevers I and The Escape Artists Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Jacques Cypres Swansway S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful handicap hurdler/chaser at best, but there has been little to shout about since returning from a lengthy absence in November, pulled up on 2 of 3 starts this season (over fences last 2 outings). Has enough to prove now tried in visor TFRHHIII BHA123
9 BERTIE’S BALLET (GB) (25) P36231 7 11-7
Br B g Albaasil (IRE) - More Ballet Money Danny McMenamin J
O Falcon’s Line Ltd Dianne Sayer, Penrith T
B Falcon’s Line Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has got back on track quickly reverted to hurdling this season, better than ever when scoring in determined fashion at Haydock (15.6f, soft) 25 days ago. Remains lightly raced at this longer trip and he could be thereabouts once more. TFRHHHHI BHA122
10 IL VA DE SOI (FR) (19) 0211-52 D 7 11-7
Br Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Vara des Champs (FR) Alice Stevens (3) J
O The Merry Makers Harry Derham, Newbury T
B Mr Denis Fontaine et al OLBG S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last season with victories at Chepstow and Uttoxeter in April and shaped well on second start of the current campaign, travelling fluently under a positive ride when runner-up at Sandown (19.8f, soft) 19 days ago. Major player with more still to offer TFRHHHHH BHA122
11 BALBOA (GB) (28) 42-25P6 5 11-2
Br B g Mondialiste (IRE) - Reachforthestars (IRE) Gavin Sheehan J
O Mrs Kate Kenyon Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T
B Elwick Stud We Do Vans S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful juvenile hurdler, winning at Chepstow on third start, and ran well when second at the same course on return in October However, form has gone the wrong way the last twice, well held at Newbury (16.3f, good to soft) 4 weeks ago. TFRHHIII BHA117
12 RICH SPIRIT (GB) (11) FP-F4F0 7 11-1
Br B g Iktibas - Silly Gilly (IRE) Jack Power (7) J
O Mrs S. Smith Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Mrs J. Barr Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winning hurdler in 2023/24 but failed to complete on final 2 races in March. Also fell twice in 3 starts over fences to begin the current season, before finishing well beaten back hurdling at this C&D (soft) 11 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA116
13 HIGHLANDS LEGACY (GB) (27) 32F1-22 6 11-0
Br B g Kayf Tara - Highland Retreat
Jonjo O’Neill Jr J
O Mrs E. J. Wills Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Sullivan Bloodstock Ltd
Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at third attempt over hurdles with a wide-margin success at Southwell last spring. Failed to land the odds next time, but after 8 months off he was a good second of 15 on handicap debut at Wincanton (19.8f, soft) last month. Could be in the mix.
TFRHHHII BHA115
2024: UNCLE BERT 7 11 0 James Turner 7-2 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 9 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 2. Visor worn first time by No. 8.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6, 8.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4, 6, 7, 10
Stewards Note:
PERSIAN TIME: Following its run on 22/11/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
HIGHLANDS LEGACY: Following its run on 16/1/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-1 Bertie’s Ballet (GB), 6-1 Hardy du Seuil (FR), 13-2 Il Va de Soi (FR), Highlands Legacy (GB), 8-1 American Sniper (IRE), 9-1 Range (IRE), 12-1 Persian Time (GB), 22-1 West To The Bridge (IRE), Pinot Rouge (IRE), Pigeon House (IRE), 28-1 Herbiers (FR), 40-1 Balboa (GB), Rich Spirit (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW IL VA DE SOI ended 2023/24 on the up and caught the eye with how fluently he travelled at Sandown on his second run back this season, only beaten by a progressive type, so he is taken to resume winning ways. He can see off the challenge of Hardy du Seuil, who is respected back down in grade, with Bertie’s Ballet completing the shortlist.
SIXTH RACE 4.48
The Follow @racingtv On X‘Hands And Heels’ Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5) (Conditional And Amateur Jockeys’ Race) (Part Of The Racing Excellence Initiative)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6000 x Declared Runners 8 Owners Prize Money 1st £2423, 2nd £1211, 3rd £606, 4th £303, 5th £151 (Penalty Value £3168.60) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): J & A O’Neill (17 wins from 91 runners, 19%) run ROYAL RHYTHM Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): S J Smith (5 wins from 18 runners, 28%) runs KAUTO D’AMOUR
Longest Traveller: ROYAL RHYTHM trained by J & A O’Neill, Cheltenham, 170 miles.
1 ROYAL RHYTHM (IRE) (18) 24-6504 C 9 12-0
Br B g Jet Away - Musical Queen (IRE) Benjamin Macey J
O Craig and Dave Wordsworth Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Philip Rothwell Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who has yet to fire this term, though has been given big chance by handicapper as a result. Blinkers refitted. TFRHHHHH BHA99
2 TOMMY JOHNSON (IRE) (21) 2P55-0 6 11-13
Br B g Westerner - Sea Breeze Lady (IRE) James Robottom (3) J
O Cambridge Racing, West and Evans Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Mrs Fidelma Coleman Cambridge Bloodstock Ltd. S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed promise on 3 of 4 starts last season and is entitled to be sharper for his recent Catterick return after 13 months off Not dismissed. TFRHHHII BHA98
3 FARMER JIMMY (GB) (27) 3-6050 5 11-9
Br Ch g Mondialiste (IRE) - Viva Victoria Mr Paddy Barlow J
O J Scarrow, I Barker & S Turner Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Miss S. J. Turner Cube3 Construction Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in 3 qualifying runs around 2m but no surprise were he to prove a different proposition now handicapping over further Market support interesting. TFRHHHHI BHA94 (-2)
4 KAUTO D’AMOUR (FR) (63) P232/F-P D 10 11-3
Br B g Anabaa Blue - Kauto Luisa (FR) Jack Power J
O Mrs S. Smith Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Mr Jean-Philippe Aubert Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed nothing after 14 months off when pulled up in handicap chase at Hexham (20.1f, soft) 63 days ago. Reverts to hurdling. TFRHHHII BHA88
5 SILVERBRIDGE (GB) (249) 433-60 5 11-3
Br B g Zoustar (AUS) - Silverville (USA) Ben Smith J
O Powerhub Solutions Limited Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B The Silverville Partnership Swansway S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form on Flat for John Joseph Murphy in Ireland. Initial efforts in this sphere were low key but upped his game when third on handicap debut at Bangor in April. Not so good both starts since and needs to get back on track after an 8-month absence. TFRHHHII BHA88
6 PERFECT ARCH (IRE) (59) 60-2056 8 10-12
Br B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Willow Beck Callum Pritchard J
O Mr S. G. West
B Lynn Lodge Stud
Simon West, Middleham T
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who could only manage sixth of 9 in handicap hurdle at Carlisle (19.3f, soft) 59 days ago, despite having the run of things. Tongue strap on for 1st time. TFRHHHII BHA83
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O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m 3f 154y
7 PRINCE NINO (FR) (27) P03P22 D 8 10-9
Br Ch g It’s Gino (GER) - Down On My Knees (FR) Mr Freddie Keighley (3) J
O Bolton Mill Racing Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B Marie Lapios Baudry & Sophie Lapios
TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2023 but stepped up on recent run when second of 10 in handicap hurdle at Newcastle (20.3f, good to soft, 7/1) 27 days ago, finishing to good effect. Has to enter calculations.
TFRHHHHI BHA80
8 WINDSOR WIFE (IRE) (54) 100PP 5 10-2
Br Ch m Doyen (IRE) - Windsor Higgins (IRE) Lewis Saunders J
O Racing To Profit Syndicate 2 & Partner Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B John Bowes & Steven Ryder Swansway S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dead-heated for first on her sole start in Irish points, but has shaped with no encouragement on all 4 starts over hurdles. Cheekpieces on for handicap debut. TFRHHHII BHA52
2024: BEAUMESNIL (FR) 7 11 9 Nathan Moscrop 5-1 (Susan Corbett) 10 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 8. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 6, 7.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 9-4 Prince Nino (FR), 11-2 Royal Rhythm (IRE), 13-2 Farmer Jimmy (GB), 8-1 Windsor Wife (IRE), 17-2 Silverbridge (GB), 9-1 Tommy Johnson (IRE), 12-1 Perfect Arch (IRE), 22-1 Kauto d’Amour (FR)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW ROYAL RHYTHM has unquestionably been disappointing so far this season, but he’s been given a major chance by the handicapper as a result and is taken to revive. Prince Nino can give another good account, while Farmer Jimmy could prove a different proposition now handicapping up in trip.
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First Race 1.55 - THE wetherbyracing.co.uk NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (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, February 6th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 10th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 2lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. 22 entries at £35. - Closed February 6th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2921; Second £1461; Third £730; Fourth £365. (Penalty Value £3812.20) SEE PAGE 2 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.30 - THE racingtv.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 10th. Penalties, after February 1st, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race This race is a qualifier for the Go North Red Rum Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 3m at Carlisle on 23rd March, 2025. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Red Rum Series qualifier 19 entries at £50. - Closed February 6th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.05 - THE BOOK TICKETS NOW AT wetherbyracing.co.uk 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. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565. for juvenile four yrs old, which have not won more than two hurdle races Enter by noon, February 6th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 10th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb 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 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 15 entries at £35. - Closed February 6th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40) SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.40 - THE WATCH RACING TV IN STUNNING HD NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7657 to the winning horse The second to receive £3523, the third £1761, the fourth £881 and the fifth £439. for novice five yrs old and upwards £70 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £14 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £56 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 10th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after February 1st, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20 lb weight range).WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the wining owner of this race 14 entries, 6 at £14 and 8 at £70. - Closed February 6th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £5857; Second £2928; Third £1465; Fourth £732; Fifth £365. (Penalty Value £7657.45)
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Fifth Race 4.13 - THE WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £9241 to the winning horse The second to receive £4252, the third £2126, the fourth £1064 and the fifth £530. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £85 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £17 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £68 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 10th. Penalties, after February 1st, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race 21 entries at £85. - Closed February 6th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £7068; Second £3533; Third £1768; Fourth £884; Fifth £441 (Penalty Value £9241.75)
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Sixth Race 4.48 - THE FOLLOW @racingtv ON X ‘HANDS AND HEELS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Conditional and Amateur Jockeys’ Race) (Part of The Racing Excellence Initiative) 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, February 6th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 10th. Penalties, after February 1st, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys or Amateur Jockeys or Overseas Jockeys eligible to ride who, prior to November 1st, 2024, have not ridden more than 10 winners under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to February 9th, 2025, have not ridden more than 5 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden any such winner 5lb (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) Amateur Riders must not have reached their 26th birthday prior to the first race in the series WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race. SPECIAL CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS RACE. RIDERS ARE TO CARRY WHIPS IN THIS RACE BUT ARE ONLY PERMITTED TO USE THEM IN THE CIRCUMSTANCES DETAILED UNDER THE HEADING ‘BRITISH HORSERACING AUTHORITY NOTICES’, AND ON THE BHA RACING ADMINISTRATION SITE, www2.racingadmin.co.uk. All Riders are required to attend a mandatory course walk with the Jockey Coach and/or a Senior Jockey 90 minutes prior to the race, or as otherwise permitted under the terms of the Special Conditions The British Horseracing Authority has modified paragraph 54 of the Weights and Handicapping Code for the purposes of this race such that the Riders’ Allowances as stated therein may NOT be claimed in this race, and has modified paragraph 63 of the Weights and Handicapping Code for the purposes of this race to provide that the winner of this race will not incur penalties in any race except Conditional Jockeys’ races in which the conditions provide for a specific penalty for winners. The British Horseracing Authority has also modified the conditions of Category A Amateur Jockeys’ Licences of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race 17 entries at £30.Closed February 6th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2423; Second £1211; Third £606; Fourth £303; Fifth £151. (Penalty Value £3168.60) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
