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Chepstow Racecard - Thursday 26th March

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Welcome to Chepstow Racecourse for our Afternoon Jumps Raceday in association with NFRC an occasion set to deliver a fantastic atmosphere, competitive racing, and great company throughout the day.

Our National Hunt season at Chepstow continues to enjoy strong support, and we extend our sincere thanks to all the stakeholders whose ongoing commitment brings their horses to race here. Following today, we have three more National Hunt fixtures before turning our attention to the flat season as spring approaches.

We would also like to express our gratitude to today’s sponsors NFRC, Ashcroft Services Ltd, ecis, Glidevale Protect, SIG Ltd Roofing, Stephens Industries, and DB Roofing Ltd. Your support is greatly appreciated, and we hope you all enjoy a superb day with us.

2026 marks a truly special milestone for Chepstow as we celebrate our Centenary year. Across the year, we’ll be reflecting on some of the most memorable moments from the past century, building up to our Centenary Raceday on Sunday 9th August. More details on our celebrations and how you can be part of them will be shared in the weeks and months ahead.

Looking ahead to April, our ever-popular Grand National Party Raceday returns on Saturday 11th April. Expect an exciting day of racing, followed by live entertainment from the Kaiser Monkey Killers, along with a lively party atmosphere and activities taking place throughout the day.

We have recently announced some entertainment for our feature summer meetings on our social channels. We’re thrilled to have UB40 feat Ali Campbell live after racing on our annual Rum & Reggae Caribbean Racenight on Friday 24th July. Hospitality options are moving quickly so please do get in touch if you’d like to join us in some of our premium spaces for this day.

We’re also delighted to have Olivia & Alex Bowen join us for this year’s Ladies Day. Moving from its usual Friday evening slot to a Saturday evening, we will have Olivia Bowen hosting this year’s style awards and Alex Bowen performing a live DJ set after racing on Saturday 27th June. Definitely one not to miss.

Thank you for joining us, and we hope you have a wonderful and memorable day. We look forward to welcoming you back to Chepstow Racecourse very soon.

Warm regards, Luke

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THURSDAY 26TH MARCH

(UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)

STEWARDS OF THE MEETING

CHIEF STEWARD FERGUS SWEENEY

STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR PETA EVETTS

SOPHIE CANDY, NATHAN GREEN, MARGARET GROVES

STARTERS

WILLIAM JORDAN

CIARAN MCKEE

JUDGE

EMILY JONES

CLERK OF THE SCALES

CHRIS HILL

VETERINARY OFFICER

GRAHAM POTTS

VETERINARY SURGEONS

BOBBY McEWEN

SCOTT MILNES

CARYS REYNOLDS

SENIOR MEDICAL OFFICER

DR PETER PHILLIPS

MEDICAL OFFICERS

DR NUALA DUNNE

DR FI ANDREW

NURSE

SARAH GODFREY

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

VINCENT MCKEVITT

ANDREA KELLY

CHRISTOPHER MAIDEN

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

LUKE ADMANS

CLERK OF THE COURSE

DAI JONES

HEAD GROUNDSMAN

RON MASON

SAFEGUARDING LEAD

LUKE ADMANS

COMMENTATOR

DAVID FITZGERALD

BETTING RING MANAGER

WILL SHERWOOD

HOW TO READ

birthplace of horse if not Great Britain

horse’s name

horse’s saddlecloth number colour graphic

No of days since last ran

form guide previous performances /=new season

-=new year

Bold type shows all weather form

C=course winner

D=distance winner

CD=course & distance winner

BF=beaten favourite

9 NASSALAM (FR) (18) 6300-41 C

Dream Well (FR) - Ramina (GER) (Shirocco (GER))

John and Yvonne Stone

Br S.A.R.L. Genetique Obstacle

age

weight st-lbs

6 11-6

Caoilin Quinn (3)

Gary Moore, Horsham

K M Elite Products Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Reactedverypositivelytorefittedblinkerswhenanemphaticwinnerof thetrialover3mhere18daysago,beatingWayfinderby51/2lengthsbut value for more like double the margin. Stamina is an unknown over 6f further but he’s weighted to have a big say under a 4lb penalty TFR HHHHI BHA140

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor S Br

Star Ratings Explained

Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:

HHHHH Selected to win the race

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED

The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions

A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances). The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in nonhandicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.

You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet

If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted

FIRST RACE 2.18

ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 16 YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE ECIS HEALTH

CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ TRAINING SERIES

HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (PART OF THE RACING EXCELLENCE

INITIATIVE)

Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): N Martin (5 wins from 16 runners, 31%) runs DISH OF THE DAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Mrs C Williams (3 wins from 20 runners, 15%) runs KINGS ORDER LONGEST TRAVELLER: SILENT REVOLUTION trained by B Murphy, Ireland.

In a contest where the majority arrive with a point to prove THIS SWAY gets the vote to make light of a 7lb rise for last month’s Southwell success Fellow last-time-out scorer Timeforarum is second choice ahead of Nobody Told Me.

1 TIMEFORARUM (GB) (34) 01-5501 D

8 12-0

B g Proconsul - Timeforagin Lewis Saunders

Mr Brian Eckley Brian Eckley, Brecon

Br B. J. Eckley

TIMEFORMVIEWBack to form with a bang when returning from 5 months off to win at Ffos Las (2m, heavy) 34 days ago. Likely to be very competitive off 5lb higher if showing up in similar form TFRHHHHI BHA96

2 THIS SWAY (GB) (24) PP4601 D

B g Cannock Chase (USA) - Shannon Lodge (IRE)

5 11-12

Toby McCain-Mitchell

Mr K. Tyre Max Comley, Sutton Veny

Br Mr I. Thompson

TIMEFORMVIEWShowed improved when landing a gamble in 2m handicap at Southwell (soft) 24 days ago. Cheekpieces are added now. Raised 7lb but he remains unexposed and should go well again. TFRHHHHH BHA94

3 KINGS ORDER (IRE) (33) 00FP00

B g Order of St George (IRE) - Gisela (IRE)

Stoneacre Racing

5 11-9

Osian Radford (8)

Mrs C. Williams, LLancarfan

Br R. Lynch Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Reached the frame in points but has yet to get competitive under Rules, including on 19f course handicap debut 33 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA91

4 SILENT REVOLUTION (IRE) (161) P45-6P0 CD

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Watson River (IRE)

10 11-8

Dylan O’Connor (5)

Mr A. Evans Barry Murphy, Caerfyrddin

Br D. Murphy

TIMEFORMVIEWOut of sorts for Alison Thorpe in the first half of the season Returns from 161 days off under the care of a new trainer Best watched unless the betting suggests otherwise. TFRHHIII BHA90

5 COGITAL (GB) (89) 1/3//-5040 D

B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Galaxy Highflyer

Mr Alex James & Mr B. J. Llewellyn

Br Meon Valley Stud

11 11-4

Harry Atkins

Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed

TIMEFORM VIEW Flat winner in July last summer but no impact since returning to hurdles. Would need to see market support to consider back from 3 months off. TFRHHIII BHA86

6 DISH OF THE DAY (IRE) (51) F06P3-P BF

Br g Famous Name - Inch Princess (IRE)

Bradley Partnership

Br Mrs Mary Tynan Phelan

8 11-2

Chad Bament

Nicky Martin, Minehead

TIMEFORMVIEWGambled on and shaped well when third of 13 in handicap hurdle at Stratford last March but ran poorly when strong in the market again on his belated reappearance 51 days ago. It’ll be interesting to see whether his supporters are prepared to give him another chance TFRHHHII BHA84

7 NOBODY TOLD ME (GB) (19) U-60554

B g Intello (GER) - Dubka

Mr T. Faulkner

6 10-6

Isabelle Ryder

Thomas Faulkner, Devauden

Br Southcourt Stud Valley Water Services Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden but has shown he can be competitive in low-grade handicaps, including fourth over 2 1/2m at Hereford 19 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA74

KEY Owner
Breeding
Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

2025: MY FRIEND SEAN (IRE) 6 11 11 Cameron Iles 8-11 (Tom Lacey) 5 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Visor worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 6.

Stewards Note:

DISH OF THE DAY: Following its run on 3/2/2026 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 This Sway (GB), 5-2 Timeforarum (GB), 9-2 Dish of The Day (IRE), 11-2 Nobody Told Me (GB), 20-1 Cogital (GB), 33-1 Silent Revolution (IRE), 40-1 Kings Order (IRE)

LOST OR FORGOTTEN BADGES

We regret that lost or forgotten badges cannot be replaced.

SECOND RACE 2.50

TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 7F 136YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE GLIDEVALE PROTECT HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund

£6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Curtis (18 wins from 103 runners, 17%) runs BRIDGET MARY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Mrs C Williams (3 wins from 20 runners, 15%) runs TOM TAGGLE LONGEST TRAVELLER: BENIGNITAS trained by G Treacy, North Tawton, 114 miles.

JUST IN A BIT has been shaping up quite well and gets the nod ahead of Moor End, who has performed well on all 4 completed starts over fences but has stamina to prove back up in trip Benignitas is another who should have a say if seeing out the longer distance.

1 MONTMARTIN (FR) (66) 0032//3-P BF 8 12-0

Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Asiana (FR)

Benjamin Macey (5)

Mr P. Hickey Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br Paul Nataf Wasdell Group

TIMEFORMVIEWShaped pretty well back from almost 2 years off when third of 11 on chase debut at Ffos Las (3m, good to soft) last April but not seen again until pulling up (reported to have bled) at Lingfield in January. TFRHHHII BHA97

2 FLEMENSTIDE (IRE) (20) 22/P0//-4P

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Keep Face (FR)

Mrs Gemma McAdam

11 12-0

James Best

Thomas Faulkner, Devauden

Br Louis G. Vambeck Valley Water Services Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdles winner for Paul Nicholls but off 3 years prior to offering little in 2 handicap chases for this yard in recent weeks. TFRHIIII BHA97

3

MOOR

END (IRE) (12) 0-1322U

B g Kingston Hill - La Galondrina (IRE)

Mr & Mrs AJ Mutch & Mrs EJ Bishop

7 11-12

Lilly Pinchin

Emma-Jane Bishop, Cheltenham

Br Andrew Kiernan Coombs Group

TIMEFORMVIEWMade a winning chase debut at Uttoxeter (2 1/2m) in October and placed on all 3 completed starts since (all 2 1/2m). Likely to have a big say if his stamina holds back up in trip TFRHHHHI BHA95

4 BENIGNITAS (IRE) (10) 33-62P3 D

B m Fracas (IRE) - Saintly Hertfield (USA)

Rathkenny Racing Syndicate

9 11-11

Mr Darren Andrews (7)

Gordon Treacy, North Tawton

Br J. S. Bolger Km Carpentry & Maintenance

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner Maiden under Rules but has been placed in 2 1/2m Ffos Las handicap chases on 2 of his 3 outings since switched to fences. Up in trip TFRHHHII BHA94 (-1)

5 JUST IN A BIT (GB) (30) 034/2-33

8 11-8

B g Linda’s Lad - Gifted Rose Toby Wynne

Poplar Cottage Racing Club Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth

Br Mrs Sandra Smith Acton At Morville

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced 8-y-o who has been placed on all 3 outings since switched to fences and the step back up to around 3m now should play to his strengths. Major claims. TFRHHHHH BHA91

6 BRIDGET MARY (IRE) (84) 431-23P D

8 11-8

B m Sholokhov (IRE) - Leanne (IRE) Ben Jones

BM Partners Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Br Imelda Harney Express Contract Drying Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWBoth wins have come over fences, latterly over 3m at Bangor last April. Good second (clear of rest) there on reappearance in October but his 2 efforts since have been disappointing Bounce back needed after 12 weeks off. TFRHHIII BHA91

7 TOM TAGGLE (IRE) (76) 461-F30 CD

6 11-3

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Taggle Og (IRE) Conor Ring

C M Marles Partnership Mrs C. Williams, LLancarfan

Br Patrick Hayes Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last season with a C&D win in April. Ran close to that form when third at Taunton in November but he needs to shrug off a poor run at Exeter since TFRHHIII BHA86

1-2-3: 1.JUST IN A BIT
END (IRE) 3.BENIGNITAS (IRE)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

BADENTAGGART (IRE) (40) 0-P554P

B g Doyen (IRE) - Rock Garden (IRE)

The Bonefish Bubble

7 11-2

Lorcan Williams

Jeremy Scott, Dulverton

Br Edmund Vaughan Brendon Powerwashers

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor form over hurdles, including 2 handicaps. Switches to fences for the first time now. TFRHHIII BHA85

9 YES AND YES (IRE) (28) 133-40F C

Gr g Flemensfirth (USA) - Our Katie (IRE)

9 10-12

Lee Edwards

Mr David W Jagger & Mrs Belinda Clarke Belinda Clarke, Bridgnorth

Br Pat & Eddie Barry

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful over 19.5f here last March but hasn’t got near that level in his 3 outings this season It remains to be seen whether a return to Chepstow helps to spark a revival. TFRHHIII BHA81

10 NIGHT JET (GB) (20) 4-65322

B g Telescope (IRE) - Midnight Belle

9 10-11

Ben Poste Dean, Gallis, Willetts & Vernon

Br Mrs Patricia Ellen Holtorp

Tom Symonds, Hentland

TIMEFORMVIEW Landed a 2m Leicester handicap chase last winter and back on song when runner-up there (2m again) on his last 2 outings. Arrives in better form that most but this significantly longer trip is an unknown TFRHHHII BHA80

2025: REDBRIDGE RAMBLER (IRE) 7 12 0 James Best 15-2 (Martin Keighley) 9 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Blinkers worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 10. Stewards Note:

MONTMARTIN: Following its run on 19/1/2026 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

BRIDGET MARY: Following its run on 1/1/2026 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the sharp track.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Moor End (IRE), 6-1 Just In A Bit (GB), 7-1 Benignitas (IRE), Night Jet (GB), 8-1 Montmartin (FR), Bridget Mary (IRE), 16-1 Yes And Yes (IRE), 28-1 Badentaggart (IRE), 50-1 Tom Taggle (IRE), 66-1 Flemenstide (IRE)

NO ALCOHOL

No alcohol may be brought onto the racecourse at any time

FLAGS

Flags hoisted by Ambulance Men: WHITE - Ambulance required. RED AND WHITE CHECK - Doctor required. ORANGE - Veterinary required.

THIRD RACE 3.20

ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 16 YDS) FOR

FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND

THE ASHCROFT SERVICES MARES’

‘NATIONAL

HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (22 wins from 196 runners, 11%) runs EVENING TESS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 69 runners, 12%) runs EVENING TESS LONGEST TRAVELLER: JUST A GLANCE trained by I Chanin, Thorverton, 85 miles.

There should be more to come from JUST A GLANCE, who created a good impression when scoring at the first time of asking over hurdles at Hereford last month. She can follow up. The Procrastinator rates the principal danger on form, while market strength behind Dan Skelton’s newcomer Evening Tess could be significant.

1 JUST A GLANCE (GB) (32)

B m Passing Glance - Miss Tenacious Ciaran Gethings

John Frampton & Michele Frampton Ian Chanin, Thorverton

Br John & Paul Frampton

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed plenty in Aintree bumper in May and made winning start in this sphere when taking 13-runner novice hurdle at Hereford (2m, soft, 11/1) 32 ago, cosily May well do better yet. TFRHHHHH BHA-

2 HOLLYSAWAY

(IRE) (-)

Gr m Capri (IRE) - Merryway (IRE)

5 11-0

Ben Godfrey

Running for fun partnership Ella Pickard, Taunton

Br Deirdre A Connolly

TIMEFORM VIEW Capri mare Dam runner-up on first of 2 starts in points Wears tongue strap. Likely one for longer term TFRHHIII BHA-

3 LADY DAPPLE ROSE (IRE) (76) 6-5260

Gr or Ro m Kingston Hill - My Viking Bay (IRE)

Royal Arch Racing LDR

5 11-0

James Best

Harriet Dickin, Midford

Br Mrs Mary O’Connor Clay Street Property Consultants, Kissing It Better

TIMEFORMVIEW Showed ability in 2 bumpers and translated that to hurdling when second in small-field Leicester maiden (2m) in November Failed to repeat that form in either start since, however. TFRHHIII BHA100

4 LAKEVIEW LASS (GB) (28) 00

5 11-0

B m Gentlewave (IRE) - Santera (IRE) Lorcan Williams

Mr J. H. Frost Jeremy Scott, Dulverton

Br Mr P. W. Gillbard Brendon Powerwashers

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed nothing in a couple of bumpers this winter and can only be watched on switch to hurdling. TFRHIIII BHA-

5 MISS DENVER (GB) (117) 0-P

B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Miss Denman (IRE)

James & Jean Potter Ltd

6 11-0

Toby McCain-Mitchell (5)

Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Br James and Jean Potter Ltd Potter Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to 4 winners but yet to show any real signs of ability in bumper or sole start over hurdles and is likely to need more time. TFRHIIII BHA-

6 SKIPTOTHEPOST (GB) (25) PP/PP/P-P

8 11-0

B m Scorpion (IRE) - Madam Crystal (IRE) Harry Reed

Mr Peter Isaac Joe Ponting, Wotton-Under-Edge

Br Mr Peter Isaac

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up all 5 starts in points and suffered same fate on NH debut at Ffos Las earlier this month. Hood/tongue strap on first time Readily opposed

TFRHIIII BHA-

7 THE PROCRASTINATOR (GB) (28) 1613 D BF 4 10-11

B f Postponed (IRE) - Run Ructions Run (IRE)

Luke Scott (3) Upton House Stud Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich

Br Laura Newland & Caroline Stedman Coulthursts Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWPostponed filly who made a winning debut in Doncaster bumper and justified support on her hurdling bow at Hereford (2m) last month. Not in quite same at Wetherby latest but must enter calculations here. TFRHHHHI BHA105

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

8 EVENING TESS (GB) (-) 4 10-4

Bl f Dink (FR) - Grassfinch

Mr Dan Skelton

Tristan Durrell

Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Alne Park Stud The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes

TIMEFORM VIEW Dink filly Half-sister to bumper winner/fair hurdler Hillfinch Dam 3m hurdle winner Must be of interest given her connections.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

2025: JAMINSKA (FR) 6 11 7 David Noonan 5-2 (Mrs Jane Williams) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Hood, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Just A Glance (GB), 2-1 The Procrastinator (GB), 3-1 Evening Tess (GB), 28-1 Hollysaway (IRE), 33-1 Lady Dapple Rose (IRE), 50-1 Miss Denver (GB), 150-1 Lakeview Lass (GB), 250-1 Skiptothepost (GB)

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British Majority funded by the HBLB.

DOGS

Racegoers are not permitted to bring dogs into any enclosure In car parks dogs must be kept on leads at all times. During hot weather it should be remembered that Police and RSPCA officials reserve the right to force entry into any vehicle to release an animal if suffering.

CCTV

Please note that for security purposes there will be CCTV monitoring throughout the racecourse today.

FOURTH RACE 3.50

THREE MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (3M 6F 136YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE STEPHENS INDUSTRIES EPDM FLAT ROOFING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £8900 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449, 5th £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Curtis (18 wins from 103 runners, 17%) runs RIVER VOYAGE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (3 wins from 26 runners, 12%) runs GOLD EMERY

LONGEST TRAVELLER: ESPERTI trained by D Rees, Haverfordwest, 123 miles.

GOLD EMERY arrives on the back of a solid second over a similar trip at Bangor and he could be the answer to a tricky-looking contest. Lightonthewing and River Voyage are feared most

1

(IRE) (304) PP540-3 C 13 12-2

Ch g Giant’s Causeway (USA) - Adja (IRE)

Burnham P & D Ltd

Br Dayton Investments Ltd

Mr Edward Vaughan (7)

John & Rhys Flint, Bridgend

Burnham Plastering & Drylining Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW At the veteran stage now and done most of his winning at Ffos Las in recent years. Can go well fresh, however, and returns on a workable mark. Cheekpieces back on TFRHHHII BHA112

2 GOLD EMERY (FR) (29) 2-33422

Gr g Doctor Dino (FR) - Queissa (FR)

Dalwhinnie Bloodstock Limited

10 11-10

Theo Gillard

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Br Ecurie Nicolas Taudon & M. Joel Poitou Prisma Colour Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWSole win under Rules came on debut 4 years ago but plenty of placed efforts since, including when creditable second of 11 in handicap chase at Bangor over this sort of trip last month. Merits consideration TFRHHHHH BHA106

3 HANDIN MANYPOCKETS (IRE) (11) 34353 5 11-9

B g Poet’s Word (IRE) - Bonnie Boru (IRE)

The Fagin Boys Partnership

James Best

Syd Hosie, Sherborne

Br Messrs E. &. A. Delany Sherborne Utilities Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWIn need of stiffer test of stamina in 3 starts over hurdles and left similar impression when third of 11 in handicap chase at this course (3m, good to soft, 16/1) on debut over fences 11 days ago. Cheekpieces on first time Should progress TFRHHHII BHA109 (-2)

4 RIVER VOYAGE (IRE) (34) 211-3P1

B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Khazaria (FR)

Racing for Fun

Br Tommy James, Eoin Banville & Lucy Norton

8 11-4

Toby McCain-Mitchell (5)

Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Express Contract Drying Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner over hurdles and got off the mark in this sphere when landing 7-runner handicap chase at Ffos Las (3m, heavy) 34 days ago. Ought to appreciate this longer trip and is one for shortlist. TFRHHHHI BHA100

5 STELLAR STREAM (IRE) (34) 03P635

B g Getaway (GER) - Gaelic River (IRE)

9 10-13

Callum Pritchard (3)

Mrs Jane Slough Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne

Br J. P. N. Parker The Firehouse Somerset

TIMEFORM VIEW Not scored for over 2 years and ran moody race when fifth over hurdles at Ffos Las last month. Cheekpieces back on Others more appealing. TFRHHIII BHA95

6 LIGHTONTHEWING (IRE) (20) 4-P1U21 C

B g Winged Love (IRE) - Neat ‘n Nimble

11 10-10

Ciaran O’Shea (7) Woodhayes racing club

Susan Gardner, Longdown

Br Mrs Patricia Doran Woodhayes Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways when bagging 9-runner handicap chase (4/1) at Exeter (3m, soft) 20 days ago, always holding on Tries longer trip now and must be taken seriously TFRHHHHI BHA92

7 GINGERBRED (GB) (20) 022P34

Ch g Universal (IRE) - Portrait Royale (IRE)

8 10-8

Mr Jack Stenhouse (7)

House Family Partnership Carroll Gray, Bridgwater

Br Miss Sally Harler & Mr Matthew Darling Lydeard Farm Bush Camp & Lodge

TIMEFORMVIEW Tumbled down the weights but been well below best in recent starts, well beaten behind Lightonthewing at Exeter latest. Cheekpieces now tried for first time but he is hard to recommend with any confidence TFRHHIII BHA90

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

B g Presenting - Elsie (IRE)

Toni & Dai

Br Ms Helga Moore

9 10-6

Sean Bowen

David Rees, Haverfordwest

TIMEFORMVIEWEnded last season with success over fences and resumed in fine form winning back-to-back handicaps at Ffos Las/Fontwell. Disappointed twice since, however, and debatable whether this longer trip will suit. TFRHHIII BHA88

9 TO BE SURE (GB) (45)

423403

B g Sulamani (IRE) - Egretta Island (IRE)

T Hywel Jones Racing

Br Mrs Tessa Greatrex & Mr D. Futter

11 10-2

Ellis Collier (5)

Mrs C. Williams, LLancarfan

Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW Not successful since April 2023 and there wasn’t enough encouragement in last month’s Plumpton third to suggest his losing run is about to end. 1lb out of the handicap. TFRHHIII BHA83

2025: GATS AND CO 10 12 0 Connor Brace 7-1 (David Brace) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 5, 9.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Lightonthewing (IRE), 4-1 River Voyage (IRE), 11-2 Gold Emery (FR), 17-2 Stellar Stream (IRE), 10-1 Amateur (IRE), Handin Manypockets (IRE), 14-1 Gingerbred (GB), 22-1 Esperti (IRE), 28-1 To Be Sure (GB)

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FIFTH RACE 4.20

TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 100YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE DB ROOFING NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE

RACE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): P Hobbs & J White (18 wins from 127 runners, 14%) runs CAN YOU HEAR ME TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): H Derham (5 wins from 16 runners, 31%) runs THE TWO HARRYS LONGEST TRAVELLER: LAURIER DES OBEAUX trained by G & J Moore, Horsham, 128 miles.

LE FABULEUX BUCK’S has shown progressive form in maidens so a big run looks on the cards with the step up in trip likely to suit now handicapping with Sean Bowen taking over from a conditional. Locked Down Lad is in better form than his recent figures suggest and has eased to a workable mark, with Inion Tiogair another to consider back down in class

1 LAURIER DES OBEAUX (FR) (27) 4-354 5 12-0

Gr g Bathyrhon (GER) - Ardeur des Obeaux (FR)

Heart of the South Racing 141

Br M. Devilder & Earl Les Obeaux D’Anjou

Tom Cannon

Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham

Heart Of The South Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Some encouragement in a bumper and similar form in novice hurdles this season Opening mark requires improvement but doubtful he’s shown his all just yet. TFRHHHII BHA105

2 THE TWO HARRYS (IRE) (52) 3/6/4-02P 7 12-0

B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Black Rock Lady (IRE)

Paul O’Brien

Mr Harry Redknapp Harry Derham, Newbury

Br B. & O. Bloodstock OLBG

TIMEFORMVIEWHas shown ability but clearly not the easiest to train, all the better for belated return when second in maiden at Plumpton but stopping quickly on handicap debut at Kempton 9 weeks later TFRHHHII BHA105

3 CAN YOU HEAR ME (IRE) (29) 64-F260

B g Vadamos (FR) - Still Small Voice

Mrs Judith Luff

5 11-13

Callum Pritchard (3)

Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead

Br John Hore Philip Hobbs Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced sort who still looked inexperienced when a good second of 6 in novice hurdle at Lingfield but struggled both starts since, including on handicap debut at Wincanton 4 weeks ago. Hood goes on TFRHHIII BHA104

4 HIDDEN TARGET (IRE) (63) 6-446

B g Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Gaelic River (IRE)

7 11-12

Finn Lambert (3)

Hopeful Travellers Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh

Br J. P. N. Parker Tori Global

TIMEFORM VIEW Some encouragement in a bumper and took a step forward from his hurdling debut when fourth in novice at Doncaster. However, never a threat off stiff opening mark at Huntingdon since and only 2lb lower here TFRHHIII BHA103

5 LE FABULEUX BUCK’S (FR) (49) 0553

B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Dothraki (FR)

Stephen Sugden and Helen Sugden

5 11-11

Sean Bowen

Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

Br Remi Juvin & Laurent Thibault Optima Self Store

TIMEFORMVIEWDown the field in a bumper but progressive in maiden hurdles, third at Lingfield 7 weeks ago. Step up in trip should suit on handicap bow and very interesting with Sean Bowen booked TFRHHHHH BHA102

6 LUWDVIG (FR) (37) 034135 D

7 11-11

B g Creachadoir (IRE) - Grande Symphonie (FR) Jack Quinlan

The Ridgeway Racing For Fun Partnership Neil King, Burderop

Br E.A.R.L. Haras de Lonray

TIMEFORMVIEWShowed improved form to get off the mark on his second handicap start at Lingfield in January. Shaped as if still in good form when third at Plumpton and might have found next run coming too soon Expected to bounce back. TFRHHHHI BHA102

7 NANCEFORDSHORE (GB) (19) P-PP66 5 11-2

B g Gentlewave (IRE) - Belmont Jewel (IRE) Ben Jones

Ms Michelle Harris Grace Harris, Shirenewton

Br Mickley Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWPulled up both starts in Irish points and well held all 3 starts over hurdles, although did at least fare better than previously when sixth of 12 in maiden at Hereford latest Opening mark looks harsh. TFRHHIII BHA93

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BELLS OF UFFORD (IRE) (95) 020-4P5

Ch g Galileo (IRE) - Dancing Rain (IRE)

Mr S. Grys & Mr M. O’Boyle

6 11-1

Lorcan Williams

Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

Br Godolphin DragonBet, Designation Limited, Ferments & Cultures

TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden who ran close to best when fourth at Uttoxeter on reappearance However, well below par both starts since so bit to prove back from a break with tongue strap back on TFRHHIII BHA92

9

SAILING BY (IRE) (28) 30044

B g Shirocco (GER) - Sailingtobyzantium (IRE)

J. M. Dare, T. Hamlin, J. W. Snook

5 11-1

Brendan Powell

Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Br Sharon McGuinness Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a promising first effort when third in bumper here in November but hasn’t kicked on, well held over hurdles last 3 starts (not knocked about at Taunton latest). Now goes handicapping. TFRHHHII BHA92

10 INION TIOGAIR (IRE) (25) 254213 CD

Br m Westerner - Tiger Bay Lady (IRE)

Foxhills Racing Limited

Br Aidan Aherne

9 10-12

Joe Anderson (3)

Grace Harris, Shirenewton

Grace Harris Racing

TIMEFORMVIEW Reliable sort who gained her breakthrough hurdling success over C&D last month, benefiting from a return to patient tactics. Never threatened when third at Ffos Las since but she’s respected back in this grade. TFRHHHHI BHA89

11 LOCKED DOWN LAD (GB) (41) 323BU6

B g Linda’s Lad - Euro Bond (IRE)

6 10-10

Bryan Carver

Mr Keiran Johns Joe Tickle, Tiverton

Br Keiran Johns Fire Defence Servicing

TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced a few times over hurdles before a couple of luckless non-completions. Shaped better than the distance beaten suggests behind Inion Tiogair here since (paid the price for a big move into contention) and has eased to a workable mark. TFRHHHHI BHA87

12

IZZY’S GREY (IRE) (122) 32-PPPP

Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Shamble Street (IRE)

Shininmoon

Br Mount Eaton Stud Ltd

7 10-9

Lee Edwards

Belinda Clarke, Bridgnorth

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who was placed in a pair of Bangor handicaps last spring but pulled up all 4 starts since. TFRHHIII BHA86

2025: COPPER JACK (IRE) 6 11 6 Callum Pritchard 3-1 (Anthony Charlton) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Hood worn first time by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8, 12.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.

Stewards Note:

THE TWO HARRYS: Following its run on 2/2/2026 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly. CAN YOU HEAR ME: Following its run on 25/2/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free. BELLS OF UFFORD: Following its run on 21/12/2025 it was reported that the horse lost its left-fore shoe. IZZY’S GREY: Following its run on 24/11/2025 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Le Fabuleux Buck’s (FR), 6-1 Inion Tiogair (IRE), 13-2 Locked Down Lad (GB), 8-1 Laurier des Obeaux (FR), 9-1 Luwdvig (FR), 11-1 Sailing By (IRE), 12-1 The Two Harrys (IRE), 22-1 Hidden Target (IRE), Nancefordshore (GB), 25-1 Can You Hear Me (IRE), Bells of Ufford (IRE), Izzy’s Grey (IRE)

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SIXTH RACE 4.50

TWO MILES SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 7F 131YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE NFRC SOUTH WEST ROOFING INDUSTRY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J & A O’Neill (14 wins from 135 runners, 10%) runs CLONDAW ROYALE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): H Derham (5 wins from 16 runners, 31%) runs CRYSTELLO

LONGEST TRAVELLER: JACK’S JURY trained by B Murphy, Ireland.

With the form of his Musselburgh win receiving a timely boost on Saturday, lightly-raced 5-y-o CRYSTELLO is fancied to make it 2-2 in handicaps Blue In The West is feared most with Sean Bowen taking over in the saddle, while Rodney Bay is one to note for support.

colours no horse age st lb

1 NORTHERN SYMPHONIE (GB) (28) 11-12P6 CD 6 12-0

B m Geordieland (FR) - Night Symphonie

Talking Horses

Miss Megan Bevan (7)

Harriet Dickin, Midford

Br R. J. & S. A. Carter Clay Street Property Consultants, Kissing It Better

TIMEFORMVIEWLanded second leg of a small-field handicap hat-trick over C&D last season Fared better than on stable debut, without beating a rival at Wetherby last time, though will at least benefit from return to this grade/ground TFRHHHII BHA105

2 CRYSTELLO (IRE) (39) P2-6451 D 5 11-13

B g Crystal Ocean - Come Softly

Cheerio Partnership

Paul O’Brien

Harry Derham, Newbury

Br Philip & Orla Hore OLBG

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in point and progressive form over hurdles, improving (despite still looking raw) when making a successful handicap debut at Musselburgh (soft) Makes plenty of appeal to follow up, with the second franking the form in valuable handicap on Saturday. TFRHHHHH BHA104

3 COLONIAL EMPIRE (GB) (55) 60-5P22 9 11-12

B g Zoffany (IRE) - Susan Stroman

Mr Edward Vaughan (7)

Mr Mick O’Boyle Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

Br J. Dance DragonBet, Designation Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWPromising start over staying distances, beaten by a well-backed one at Taunton before bumping into a 3-time course winner at Catterick in late-January. Similar performance should see him in the mix again. TFRHHHII BHA103

4 CLONDAW ROYALE (IRE) (25) 060313 D 7 11-12

Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Goodbloodbadblood (IRE) Benjamin Macey (5) The Iveragh Syndicate Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham

Br Mary M. Brennan Wasdell Group

TIMEFORMVIEWRallied late to capitalise on a drop in grade at Wetherby in January, and while proving he can still be competitive off this mark when third at Ffos Las (heavy) subsequently, conditions aren’t ideal this time TFRHHIII BHA103

5 DEVON DUDE (GB) (32) 2-FP60P C 6 11-12

B g Dartmouth - Weather Babe Harry Cobden

Mr W. Clifford Mrs C. Williams, LLancarfan

Br Mrs S. Clifford Byerley Stud (Courtlands) Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair bumper winner has had a disappointing season, but he’s best not judged on his latest start over hurdles at Herefordwhereheslitheredbadlyonlandingatthefirst MarketcanguidewithHarryCobden(1-1)backaboard TFRHHIII BHA103

6 RODNEY BAY (IRE) (35) 000-00P 9 11-9

B g Most Improved (IRE) - Kathy Livius (IRE)

Jack Quinlan

Miss O. Kent Nick Scholfield, Lambourn

Br Sweep Lane Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWAttracted support on 2 of his 3 starts for R. J. Tumilty this season without ever threatening, latest on Thurles chase debut Headgear on first time over hurdles and one to keep an eye on in the betting on debut for emerging yard

7 TEORIE (IRE) (21) 505565

6 11-9

B g Teofilo (IRE) - Bobailin (IRE) Harry Reed

Simonell Racing Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne

Br J. S. Bolger

TIMEFORM VIEW Mark continues to fall without suggesting he’s ready to capitalise, though does drop in grade following creditable fifth in 9-runner handicap at Wincanton last time

1-2-3: 1.CRYSTELLO (IRE) 2.BLUE IN THE WEST (IRE) 3.RODNEY BAY (IRE)
KEY Owner
Breeding
Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

8

JACK’S JURY (IRE) (10) 353661

Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Shedan (IRE)

6 11-7 (in7lbex)

Callum Pritchard (3)

Mr L. H. Evans Barry Murphy, Caerfyrddin

Br Mr Patrick Delaney

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-backed to make winning stable debut in first-time cheekpieces at Ffos Las (2 1/2m, heavy), though more required to follow up under 7lb penalty/different conditions. TFRHHHII BHA91 (+4)

9 LION OF THE DESERT (IRE) (32) 030034

B g Valirann (FR) - Sky Queen (IRE)

Belly’s Heroes

6 11-6

Joe Anderson (3)

Grace Harris, Shirenewton

Br Ms Debbie O’Neill Grace Harris Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Hit the frame for second consecutive start when fourth of 7 at Hereford last time, though he’s likely in need of further respite from the handicapper. TFRHHIII BHA97

10

BREDON HILL DART

(GB) (9) 444143

B g Dartmouth - Bredon Hill Poppy

R. W. and Mrs Mitchell, D. V. Gardner

7 10-12

Ciaran O’Shea (7)

Susan Gardner, Longdown

Br R. W. and Mrs Mitchell Woodhayes Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Still in good heart when third in competitive 17-runner handicap at Exeter last time (2 1/4 lengths behind Blue In The West) and should give his running again TFRHHHII BHA89

11 NO REMATCH (IRE) (41) 33-

B g Westerner - Loadsofability (IRE)

2P04 CD

12 10-11

Miss Imogen Mathias (7)

Miss I. Mathias Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham

Br Mrs Claire Doyle Centregreat Limited, Solstice

TIMEFORM VIEW Again below form when fourth of 10 on seasonal reappearance at Chepstow and hard to be confident of revival with tongue strap/cheekpieces refitted. TFRHHIII BHA88

12 BLUE

IN THE WEST (IRE) (9) 404632 D

B g Westerner - Blue Supreme (IRE)

9 10-11

Sean Bowen

Ben Lund Racing Club Ben Lund, Bridgwater

Br Padraig Barry

TIMEFORMVIEWLong-standing maiden again shaped well when chasing home an improver at Exeter and the booking of Sean Bowen is a significant positive, given he’s been left with plenty to do on his previous 2 starts TFRHHHHI BHA88 (+2)

13 THE ITALIAN FOX (IRE) (86) 5-005

B g Milan - Moonlight Fox (IRE)

6 10-8

Brendan Powell

The FTC 2 Syndicate Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Br Mrs Aisling Leer Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved on the figures when fifth of 9 on handicap bow at Taunton in December, though he was friendless in the betting and made hard work of it. TFRHHIII BHA85

14 COLBY MAYFIELD (IRE) (17) 5003 6 10-6

B g Mount Nelson - Cluain Easa (IRE)

Typica Racing Syndicate CM

Br J. H. Walsh

Ellis Collier (5)

John & Rhys Flint, Bridgend

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced 6-y-o left previous efforts switched to markedly longer trip/handicap, finishing third of 9 at Stratford, but he has more to do at the weights on first start in open company. TFRHHIII BHA83

15 RICHARDSON (GB) (41) 511-55P C

11 10-3

Ch g Kirkwall - Makeover Lee Edwards

Mrs Belinda Clarke Belinda Clarke, Bridgnorth

Br G. D. Kendrick

TIMEFORMVIEW Veteran landed the first leg of a double at this course (heavy) last season, though was found to have bled when pulled up here last time TFRHHIII BHA80

2025: FIVE QUARTERS (IRE) 5 11 9 Mr Joshua Newman 9-4 (Kayley Woollacott) 10 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 15

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5, 6. Hood worn by No. 9. Visor worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8, 11. Stewards Note:

DEVON DUDE: Following its run on 22/2/2026 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake. RICHARDSON: Following its run on 13/2/2026 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Crystello (IRE), 13-2 Blue In The West (IRE), 9-1 Jack’s Jury (IRE), 11-1 Colonial Empire (GB), 14-1 Rodney Bay (IRE), Bredon Hill Dart (GB), 16-1 Northern Symphonie (GB), 20-1 Clondaw Royale (IRE), Teorie (IRE), The Italian Fox (IRE), 22-1 Lion of The Desert (IRE), Colby Mayfield (IRE), 25-1 Devon Dude (GB), 40-1 No Rematch (IRE), 50-1 Richardson (GB)

ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 16 YDS) FOR FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD

THE SIG ROOFING LTD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CATEGORY 1 ELIMINATION) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £4500 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £1878, 2nd £939, 3rd £469, 4th £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): P Nicholls (46 wins from 223 runners, 21%) runs STICK TO THE BOARD TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 69 runners, 12%) runs TRIGG LONGEST TRAVELLER: SHUIL ROCCO trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 123 miles.

In receipt of weight from his main rival, expensive point recruit STICK TO THE BOARD is taken to get the better of Trigg

colours no horse age st lb

1 TRIGG (GB) (111) 12 D BF

B g Getaway (GER) - Rock Chick Supremo (IRE)

Paul & Clare Rooney

5 11-9

Tristan Durrell

Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br Mr Nick Skelton & Ms Judy Craymer The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes TIMEFORMVIEW Getaway gelding did well to make a winning debut at Worcester prior to chasing home another promising sort under a penalty at Sedgefield in December Looks to have plenty about him physically and could improve on the back of a 3-month break TFRHHHHI BHA-

2 DUKEBOXROCK (GB) (61) 5 5 11-2

B g Frontiersman - Special Princess (IRE)

Ben Jones Claire Lockett & Rebecca Curtis Rebecca Curtis, Newport

Br Rebecca Curtis & Clare Lockett

Express Contract Drying Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Frontiersman gelding Dam (h87), 2 1/2m-3m hurdle winner/winning pointer, half-sister to useful chaser (stayed 2m7f) Pressurize Bred to need time/distance and shaped accordingly on debut at Doncaster in January. TFRHHIII BHA-

3 LORD DU GOUET (FR) (123) 1

B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Diva du Gouet (FR)

Miss C. Shipp

5 11-2

Gavin Sheehan

Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Br Thierry Lemoine BetVictor

TIMEFORMVIEWJeu St Eloi gelding Dam, unplaced in French bumpers, sister to smart hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 3m1f) Val de Ferbet and 2 1/4m hurdle winner in France As de Ferbet. Purchased for £70,000 after winning a thin-looking Irish point in November and merits a market check on Rules debut TFRHHHII BHA-

4 MARINIERE (GB) (21) 50

B g French Navy - Runway

5 11-2

James Best

Mr P. Bradley Harriet Dickin, Midford

Br Malih Al Basti Clay Street Property Consultants, Kissing It Better

TIMEFORM VIEW French Navy colt has shown little in pair of bumpers, latterly on stable debut/ reappearance at Wincanton. TFRHIIII BHA-

5

SHUIL ROCCO (IRE) (306)

P3

Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Shuil Direach (IRE)

Holly Nelmes & Gareth Peters

Br Miss Carmel Whelan

5 11-2

Sean Bowen

Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest

TIMEFORMVIEW24,000 3-y-o, Shirocco gelding Half-brother to modest hurdler/chaser He Fitz In (2 3/4m-3m1f winner) Dam, point winner, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 25f) Ballycullen Boy. Third completed start in points (May 2025) but is likely to need more of a test TFRHHIII BHA-

6 STICK TO THE BOARD (IRE) (137) F

5 11-2

B g Crystal Ocean - Belle of The Moor (IRE) Harry Cobden FergusonHogarthMasonMcNeillStQuintonVogt Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Br Mrs Vera Deegan Morson Group

TIMEFORMVIEW30,000 3-y-o, £215,000 4-y-o, Crystal Ocean gelding Dam closely related to smart hurdler/top-class chaser Monalee and high-class chaser Monty’s Star Every chance when fell sole Irish point start in November and with the eventual 1-2 both winning Rules bumpers since, he looks very interesting TFRHHHHH BHA-

7 TELLUSWHEN (GB) (-) 5 11-2

B g Telescope (IRE) - Bollin Judith Harry Atkins (7) Mr T. Faulkner Thomas Faulkner, Devauden

Br Richard & Candy Mathias Valley Water Services Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWTelescope gelding Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/chase winner Hidden History. Dam (h115), 2m/2m1f hurdle winner, also 1 3/4m-2m winner on Flat, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stays 19f) Multellie. Rare bumper runner for yard and hard to be confident. TFRHHIII BHA-

1-2-3: 1.STICK TO THE BOARD (IRE)
GOUET (FR)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

8

VALIANT

SOLDIER (IRE) (21) 55

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Delta Forty

Mr D. R Churches

5 11-2

Brendan Powell

Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Br Thomas Mulhern Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWSoldier of Fortune gelding Dam, bumper winner, half-sister to useful hurdler (stayed 3m1f) Teescomponents Lad. Ran to a fair level when fifth in second consecutive Wincanton bumper, though he’s likely to find a few too good again TFRHHHII BHA-

9 ROCCOBYE (GB) (-)

Ch m Shirocco (GER) - Flutter Bye (IRE)

Hot To Trot Jumping and Greatrex

5 10-9

Will Featherstone (7)

Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

Br Mill House Stud Hot To Trot Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWShirocco mare. Half-sister to fair hurdler/fairly useful chaser Pique Rock and fair hurdler Blue Beach Dam (h87), maiden hurdler (stayed 2m5f), half-sister to useful hurdler/very smart chaser (winner around 2m) I’msingingtheblues. Yard’s newcomers worth a second look in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA-

10 EGOR FLIGHT (IRE) (-)

B g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Natasha Rostova

4 10-6

Ben Poste

Mrs Rosemary Gasson Rosemary Gasson, Banbury

Br J. McManus

TIMEFORMVIEW £15,000 3-y-o, Wings of Eagles gelding Brother to modest hurdler Drop Kick (2 1/2m winner), and half-brother to 2 winners, including fairly useful chaser Nice To Meet (3m winner, by Sans Frontieres): dam 1 1/2m winner Looks an unlikely winner on paper. TFRHHIII BHA-

2025: HURRICANE PAT (IRE) 5 11 4 Freddie Mitchell 8-11 (Gary & Josh Moore) 7 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Stick To The Board (IRE), 4-1 Trigg (GB), 6-1 Lord du Gouet (FR), 10-1 Roccobye (GB), 12-1 Valiant Soldier (IRE), 20-1 Shuil Rocco (IRE), 25-1 Dukeboxrock (GB), 50-1 Telluswhen (GB), Egor Flight (IRE), 100-1 Mariniere (GB)

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 2.18 - THE ECIS HEALTH CONDITIONAL

JOCKEYS’ TRAINING SERIES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLASS 5) (Part of the Racing Excellence Initiative) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, March 20th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th. Penalties, after March 14th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys or Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 who, prior to September 29th, 2025, have not ridden more than 20 winners under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to March 23rd, 2026, have not ridden more than 10 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden any such winner 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. ECIS Health has kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner In addition they will present a prize for the best turned out horse in this race. SPECIAL CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS RACE. Please refer to the notice headed ‘Racing Excellence Conditional Jockeys Training Race Series 2025-2026’ on the BHA’s Racing Administration Internet site, www2.racingadmin.co.uk. All Riders are required to attend a mandatory course walk with Jockey Coach and/or a Senior Jockey 90 minutes prior to the race, or as otherwise permitted under the terms of the Special Conditions. 14 entries at £30. - Closed March 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.50 - THE GLIDEVALE PROTECT HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, March 20th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th. Penalties, after March 14th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Glidevale Protect has kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner. In addition they will present a prize for the best turned out horse in this race. 20 entries at £30. - Closed March 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.20 - THE ASHCROFT SERVICES MARES’ ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, March 20th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. Ashcroft Services has kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner In addition they will present a prize for the best turned out horse in this race. 13 entries at £50. - Closed March 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446)

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.50 - THE STEPHENS INDUSTRIES EPDM FLAT ROOFING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4700 to the winning horse The second to receive £2162, the third £1081, the fourth £541 and the fifth £269. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £44 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th. Penalties, after March 14th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Stephens Industries has kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner In addition they will present a prize for the best turned out horse in this race. 13 entries, 0 at £8 and 13 at £44. - Closed March 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09)

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.20 - THE DB ROOFING NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, March 20th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th. Penalties, after March 14th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. DB Roofing has kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner In addition they will present a prize for the best turned out horse in this race. 32 entries at £30. - Closed March 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.50 - THE NFRC SOUTH WEST ROOFING INDUSTRY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, March 20th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th. Penalties, after March 14th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. NFRC South West Roofing Industry has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, there will be a prize given to the stable employee Who is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 27 entries at £30. - Closed March 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.20 - THE SIG ROOFING LTD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2450 to the winning horse The second to receive £1129, the third £564 and the fourth £282. for 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, March 20th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 24th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. SIG Roofing Ltd have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning owner In addition they will present a prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 24 entries at £22. - Closed March 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

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