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B g Valirann (FR) - Autumn In New York (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies El Rincon Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Mr Gerard P. Flynn Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won his first 5 starts over hurdles last season, including a Grade 1 novice at Aintree (17f). Even better form this term, fourth in Long Walk at Ascot before resuming winning ways in class 2 at Windsor. Sets a clear standard. TFR HHHHH BHA154
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FIRST RACE 2.12 TWO MILES ABOUT ONE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 1F 162YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
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RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): N Mulholland (36 wins from 236 runners, 15%) runs TILEHURST TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Gordon (2 wins from 6 runners, 33%) runs GOODWIN FACE LONGEST TRAVELLER: SUN JOY trained by B Pauling, Naunton, 150 miles. RACE SUMMARY
VIRTUAL ROCK defied big odds with a bit up his sleeve at Uttoxeter last week and looks capable of defying a penalty providing he continues to stand regular racing. Tilehurst has form figures of 12 since the cheekpieces went on and seems sure to give another good account. 1-2-3: 1.VIRTUAL ROCK (IRE) 2.TILEHURST 3.GOODWIN FACE (FR) KEY colours
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VIRTUAL ROCK (IRE) (7) 21/-01
7 11-13 (in7lbex)
B g Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Himiko (IRE) Mr David Dorans Br T. Kimura
st lb
Shane Fenelon Des Donovan, Exning
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on the Flat and belied long odds as he built on his Cartmel showing on the back of another stable switch (formerly with John Butler) when winning 12-runner handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (2 1/2m, good) last week, well on top finish. 7lb penalty seems unlikely to prevent the follow up. TFRHHHHH BHA107
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GOODWIN FACE (FR) (86) 3/22-110 BF
6 11-11
B g No Risk At All (FR) - Rose Bombon (FR) Fern O’Brien Goodwin Racing Ltd Chris Gordon, Winchester Br David & Helene Delajarraud Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWMost progressive since returning from an absence, following up from Plumpton in emphatic fashion in 17f amateur riders handicap at Cartmel. Most likely found race coming too soon when well beaten there just 2 days later, so worth another chance. TFRHHHII BHA112
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TILEHURST (GB) (18) 324-512 BF
B g Bated Breath - Confusing The Great Pretenders Br Whatton Manor Stud
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11-9
Bradley Harris (3) Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWRecorded a first success since his bumper debut in 2m Worcester handicap in July, finding generously in first-time cheekpieces. Ran at least as well from a 7lb higher mark when runner-up back there 18 days ago and can remain competitive. TFRHHHHI BHA110
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SUN JOY (FR) (104) 2412-02
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11-4
Ch g Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Joyeuse Marche Ms A. E. Embiricos Br Henri-Alex Pantall & Yvette Pantall
Callum Pritchard (3) Ben Pauling, Naunton BetPro IQ Limited
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TIMEFORM VIEW Doubled his hurdles tally at Ludlow (21f) last October and has run well in defeat a couple of times since, latterly when runner-up over C&D in June. In the mix if resuming from a break in similar form. TFRHHHII BHA105
ARBITRATION (IRE) (117) 22
B g Beckford - Orphan Annie (IRE) Brocade Racing Br Mr Maurice Regan
11-2
Rian Corcoran Joe Tizzard, Sherborne Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful Flat winner who stepped up plenty on his hurdling debut form faced with a suitably sharp test (also hooded) when second in 6-runner novice at Worcester (2m) in May, albeit seemingly worried out of it. Makes a quick switch to handicaps now but longer trip not sure to suit. TFRHHHII BHA105 2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Hood worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. Stewards Note: GOODWIN FACE: Following its run on 28/6/2026 it was reported that the horse ran flat after its recent run. Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Virtual Rock (IRE), 7-2 Tilehurst (GB), 4-1 Goodwin Face (FR), 13-2 Arbitration (IRE), 7-1 Sun Joy (FR)
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Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3110, 2nd £1555, 3rd £778, 4th £389, 5th £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37) Weights lowered 5lb. A
SECOND RACE 2.47 TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 104YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE CITY ELECTRICAL FACTORS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (FONTWELL CHASE SERIES QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £8900 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights lowered 4lb.
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): G & J Moore (68 wins from 355 runners, 19%) runs TAPLEY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Bowen (4 wins from 17 runners, 24%) runs LERMOOS LEGEND LONGEST TRAVELLER: LERMOOS LEGEND trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 264 miles. A case can be made for all 4 but a chance is taken on AMERICAN LAND, who goes back chasing from an exploitable mark on the back of a breathing operation. Lermoos Legend is in fine form so should be bang there again.
1-2-3: 1.AMERICAN LAND (IRE) 2.LERMOOS LEGEND 3.TAPLEY KEY colours
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TAPLEY (GB) (128) 42313-4 C BF
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Gr g Geordieland (FR) - Cathodine Cayras (FR) The Plumpton Party Br Stephen Kemble Bloodstock Ltd & G. Peck
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Caoilin Quinn Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham Heart Of The South Bloodstock
TIMEFORMVIEWOpened chase account at Wincanton in November and doubled tally in another small-field affair at Stratford in March. Rare poor effort at latter track 2 months later and off since, leaving Suzy Smith in that time. More likely than not to bounce back given overall profile. TFRHHHII BHA120
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JET SMART (IRE) (18) 311-222
Ch g Jet Away - Cherry Island (IRE) The Smart partnership Br Ms Cecily Purcell
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11-4
Bryan Carver Dean Summersby, Kellacott
TIMEFORMVIEWNotched 2 1/2m handicap chase double last summer. In good form when twice runner-up behind upwardly-mobile winners in May, latterly long way ahead of Lermoos Legend at Worcester and he stayed 23f well when occupying same spot 18 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA114
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LERMOOS LEGEND (GB) (14) 62-0322 CD
B g Midnight Legend - Absalom’s Girl Mr Jonathan Martin Br Swanbridge Bloodstock Limited
11 11-3
Sean Bowen Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest Fairplay Exchange
TIMEFORMVIEWWon twice around this time last year, including over C&D and also fourth in this race. Left the impression he should have finished closer TFRHHHHI BHA113 still when third of 6 in handicap chase at Cartmel in July and pair of runner-up efforts since confirm he’s in top form.
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AMERICAN LAND (IRE) (111) 11442-P D BF
Br g Malinas (GER) - Golan Annie (IRE) Brocade Racing Br John Leahy
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Brendan Powell Joe Tizzard, Sherborne Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWHasn’t always looked the most straightforward but has a fine strike rate in handicaps, winning 5 times overall over hurdles. Didn’t look happy from a long way out at Newton Abbot in June and off since but he’s had a breathing operation and the assessor has given him a big chance back chasing. TFRHHHHH BHA112 2025: MIDNIGHT JEWEL 9 11 2 Lilly Pinchin 11-2 (Charlie Longsdon) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 4 Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4. Stewards Note: TAPLEY: Following its run on 17/5/2026 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe. AMERICAN LAND: Following its run on 3/6/2026 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Lermoos Legend (GB), 5-2 Tapley (GB), 11-4 Jet Smart (IRE), 5-1 American Land (IRE)
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THIRD RACE 3.22 TWO MILES ABOUT ONE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 1F 162YDS) FOR JUVENILE MAIDEN THREE YRS OLD
THE BETTING.BET NEW BETTING SITES JUVENILE MAIDEN 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)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (11 wins from 62 runners, 18%) runs CAUSING PROBLEMS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 25 runners, 32%) runs CAUSING PROBLEMS LONGEST TRAVELLER: ROYAL SAPPHIRE trained by J Candlish, Leek, 233 miles. RACE SUMMARY
OLLIEROB is in good hands and, with the standard set not at all high, he earns the tentative vote to make a successful debut, with the market likely to offer further clues. Rum Diamond can put his experience to use and is feared most. 1-2-3: 1.OLLIEROB (IRE) 2.RUM DIAMOND 3.JANTELOVEN (IRE) KEY
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CAUSING PROBLEMS (IRE) (167)
11-2
B g New Bay - Stage Call (IRE) The Gredley Family Br China Horse Club International Ltd
Charlie Todd Dan Skelton, Alcester Unex Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in varied events on the Flat for James Owen, looking no easy ride (pulls hard). Has joined another quality yard ahead of his hurdling debut but still looks risky. TFRHHHII BHA-
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HOUNDSWOOD WILLOW (IRE) (25) 3
B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Coral Shell (IRE) Mr G. Shaughnessy Br Lynch Bages Ltd
11-2
David Bass Tom Dascombe, Lambourn Route Agency Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Mostly disappointing on the Flat and didn’t offer much encouragement when a remote third of 8 (Rum Diamond second) on his C&D hurdling debut 25 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
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JANTELOVEN (IRE) (-)
B g St Mark’s Basilica (FR) - Chincoteague (IRE) Mr Martin Woods Br Chincoteague Partnership
11-2
Charlie Price Gary Brown, Swindon
TIMEFORM VIEW St Mark’s Basilica gelding. Half-brother to 6 winners, including fairly useful hurdler Overpriced Mixer. Dam maiden on Flat (stayed 13f). Market should offer some clues. TFRHHHII BHA-
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OLLIEROB (IRE) (-)
11-2
B g Sottsass (FR) - Cressida Cent Anni Br White Birch Farm, SC
Paul O’Brien Harry Derham, Newbury OLBG
TIMEFORM VIEW 6,500 gns 3-y-o, Sottsass gelding. Brother to 2-y-o 7f winner Cormoran. Wears a tongue strap and warrants respect on debut for good yard, particularly if the market vibes are strong. TFRHHHHH BHA-
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ROYAL SAPPHIRE (IRE) (95)
B g Australia - Shahnila (FR) Baxter, Mitchell & Stephens Br Shahnila Partnership
11-2
I. J. Power Jennie Candlish, Leek Equine Products UK Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat (best effort at 12.5f) but it’s a little concerning he was sold out of Joseph Patrick O’Brien’s yard for only 2,000 gns. TFRHHHII BHA-
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RUM DIAMOND (GB) (25) 2
B g Planteur (IRE) - Diamond Bangle (IRE) The Johnson Family and Ownaracehorse Br Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd
11-2
Jamie Brace (5) Max Comley, Sutton Veny
TIMEFORMVIEWA modest maiden on the Flat for James Owen but showed aptitude for this discipline fitted with a tongue strap on the back of a breathing operation when second of 8 in a C&D juvenile 25 days ago, albeit not always fluent. Can put his experience to good use. TFRHHHHI BHA2025: GALACTIQUE (FR) 3 11 2 Caoilin Quinn 8-11 (Gary & Josh Moore) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Rum Diamond (GB), 3-1 Ollierob (IRE), 4-1 Causing Problems (IRE), 15-2 Janteloven (IRE), 9-1 Royal Sapphire (IRE), 16-1 Houndswood Willow (IRE)
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FOURTH RACE 3.57 TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 5F 164YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE SETFORD HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3110, 2nd £1555, 3rd £778, 4th £389, 5th £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): N Mulholland (36 wins from 236 runners, 15%) runs ATREIDES TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Keighley (2 wins from 8 runners, 25%) runs PRAIRIE DIAMOND LONGEST TRAVELLER: GETAWAY WITH YOU trained by David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold, 134 miles. RACE SUMMARY
Fitted with cheekpieces for the first time over hurdles, STARSHINE LEGEND produced a big career best when successful at Worcester a month ago and with this further increase in trip in his favour, he can go in again. Getaway With You is back on his last winning mark so he’s a big threat, with course specialist Motazzen also of interest given his course record. 1-2-3: 1.STARSHINE LEGEND (IRE) 2.GETAWAY WITH YOU 3.MOTAZZEN (IRE) KEY colours
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SIAM PARK (IRE) (102) 42F-U23
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12-2
B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Present Attraction (IRE) Brocade Racing Br Rathbarry Stud
Rian Corcoran (5) Joe Tizzard, Sherborne Coral Racing Limited
2
6 11-12
TIMEFORM VIEW Enthusiastic front runner with 3 wins to his name over fences. Jumping errors started to creep in over the larger obstacles and similar story over hurdles in May/June, for all he ran up to form when placed the last twice. Second breathing operation back from 3 months off. TFRHHHII BHA112
BRIGHT LEGEND (IRE) (24) 531-050
B g Zoustar (AUS) - Alexiade (IRE) The Cheeky Pups Br P. Motherway
J. P. O’Neill (7) Faye Bramley, Lambourn Scotty Brand Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful across both codes at his best. Back on the up for current yard when making most of good opportunity at Sedgefield (2 1/2m) before finishing well held in a competitive Punchestown handicap in late-April. Not in top form in either discipline this summer, though. TFRHHIII BHA108
3
MOTAZZEN (IRE) (16) 51-0431 CD
B g Dubawi (IRE) - Yaazy (IRE) Carol & Chris Jackson & Henrietta Knight Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited
8 11-10
Brendan Powell Henrietta C Knight, Wantage Henrietta Knight
TIMEFORM VIEW Very much a Fontwell specialist, gaining fourth win here in 5-runner contest over 19f 2 weeks ago. Well positioned how things panned out on that occasion and up 4lb but he’s as effective at this trip and clearly demands respect. TFRHHHHI BHA106
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STARSHINE LEGEND (IRE) (34) 3501
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11-9
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Blissful Beat The One to Six Syndicate Br Woodnook Farm Pty Ltd
Sean Bowen Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Betano
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7
TIMEFORMVIEWFair middle-distance winner on the Flat who shaped nicely under a considerate ride when third on hurdles debut at Uttoxeter in June. Failed to build on that next 2 starts but cheekpieces on first time in this code and big career best when winning at Worcester. More to come upped further in trip. TFRHHHHH BHA105
PRAIRIE DIAMOND (IRE) (134) U4301-P
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Siba de La Pampa (FR) Martin Keighley Racing Club Br Southeast Bloodstock Ltd & Owen Hickey
11-7
Freddie Keighley (5) Martin Keighley, Cheltenham FBC Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORMVIEWBetter than ever in a first-time visor when winning 11-runner handicap hurdle at Wincanton (2 1/2m, good) in April, racing clear having jumped more fluently than usual. Handicapper took a dim view with a hefty rise and he was brushed aside at Southwell 5 weeks later. Cheekpieces now tried. TFRHHIII BHA103
6
ATREIDES (IRE) (16) 635303 C BF
B or Br g Califet (FR) - Wind And Reign (IRE) The Chancers Partnership Br Mr Paul McKeon
8 10-12
Harriet Tucker (7) Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
TIMEFORMVIEWWon back-to-back small-field handicap chase contests in December, latterly at this venue. Some creditable efforts over fences this summer and while he didn’t justify strong market support over C&D from his lower hurdles mark 16 days ago, it wasn’t a bad effort. Visor back on. TFRHHHII BHA94
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GETAWAY WITH YOU (GB) (12) 51445-0
8 10-12
Ch g Getaway (GER) - Dizzy Frizzy Isabelle Ryder (5) The Grand Cru Partnership David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold Br Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd Pragnell
TIMEFORMVIEWGround-versatile sort who won 4 times around 2 1/2m last season. Back in form when beaten 10 1/2 lengths over a trip that perhaps stretched him at Stratford (3 1/4m) in April and with his return from 5 months off behind him, he should run much closer to form this time. On last winning mark. TFRHHHHI BHA94 18
2025: WAR LORD (GER) 10 12 0 Brendan Powell 10-1 (Joe Tizzard) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 7. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1. Stewards Note: PRAIRIE DIAMOND: Following its run on 11/5/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free. Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Starshine Legend (IRE), 4-1 Motazzen (IRE), 6-1 Getaway With You (GB), 7-1 Atreides (IRE), 8-1 Siam Park (IRE), 14-1 Prairie Diamond (IRE), 18-1 Bright Legend (IRE)
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FIFTH RACE 4.32 THREE MILES ABOUT TWO FURLONGS (3M 1F 210YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE BETTING.BET PLAY CHAMPION TIPSTER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £8900 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J & A O’Neill (12 wins from 54 runners, 22%) runs YES DAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J & A O’Neill (4 wins from 14 runners, 29%) runs YES DAY WEIGHTWATCHER: YES DAY won off a handicap mark of 121, his rating is now down 14lb to 107. LONGEST TRAVELLER: BALKARDY trained by Mrs C Williams, LLancarfan, 184 miles. RACE SUMMARY
FLASHY BOY would have completed a quick-fire Newton Abbot double last week had he not made a couple of bad mistakes and clearly thriving from his low base, he makes lots of appeal. This represents a drop in class for Yes Day and he’s the obvious alternative. 1-2-3: 1.FLASHY BOY (IRE) 2.YES DAY (IRE) 3.BALLYNAHEER (IRE) KEY colours
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YES DAY (IRE) (34) 0P-2324
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12-0
B g Court Cave (IRE) - Jiggle Joules (IRE) Mr Ian Bullions Br Miss Susan Scott
Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEW Proving more consistent than usual but extended his losing run to 13 all the same when fourth at Worcester a month ago, already held when making a mistake 2 out. Eases in grade here so he really should be a factor. TFRHHHHI BHA107
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BALLYNAHEER (IRE) (115) 11415-5 CD
B g Mahler - Ballynagall (IRE) Mr David Purvis Br Tom Birmingham
7 11-13
Rian Corcoran (5) David Dennis, Banbury DD Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Quickly resumed winning ways at Market Rasen (3m) in April but that was a decidedly weak affair and he’s failed to beat a rival both starts later in the spring. Had a breathing operation ahead of return but assessor looks to have him (runner-up from 14lb lower in this race a year ago). TFRHHHII BHA106
BALKARDY (FR) (71) 6P-U0P2 C
Ch g Balko (FR) - Kalimnos (FR) Mr W. J. Evans Br Mr Hugo Merienne & Mr Yann Hamon
9 11-10
Miss Eleanor Williams (7) Mrs C. Williams, LLancarfan
TIMEFORMVIEWCompletely lost his form after winning over hurdles at Ffos Las in June 2025 but refitting of headgear back over fences helped him stop the slide when runner-up at Newton Abbot in July (3 1/4m). Was flattered by proximity to the winner on that occasion and profile isn’t convincing. TFRHHHII BHA103
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FLASHY BOY (IRE) (4) P-45312 D
B g Sageburg (IRE) - Shining Lights (IRE) Price & Mathias Partners Br Miss Christine Keymer
9
10-2
Charlie Price Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon
TIMEFORMVIEWConfirmed the promise of his Stratford run when off the mark under Rules at Newton Abbot in August. Should probably have followed up back there on Friday, held back by a couple of significant errors and he remains one to be very positive about at this level. TFRHHHHH BHA81 2025: MASTERDREAM (FR) 8 12 0 Conor O’Farrell 17-2 (Neil Mulholland) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 4 Blinkers worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2. Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Flashy Boy (IRE), 11-4 Yes Day (IRE), 11-2 Balkardy (FR), 7-1 Ballynaheer (IRE)
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SIXTH RACE 5.07 TWO MILES ABOUT ONE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 1F 162YDS) FOR NOVICE THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE BETTING.BET FREE BETS NOVICES’ LIMITED 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) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): G & J Moore (68 wins from 355 runners, 19%) runs CALLERO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): James Owen (4 wins from 47 runners, 9%) runs WINSTON’S OATH LONGEST TRAVELLER: BACARDI BLUE trained by D Summersby, Kellacott, 191 miles. RACE SUMMARY
Hard to make a compelling case for any of these but a visor may well sharpen LUCKY IN TAIPAN up and he looks capable of winning a small race for Ben Pauling. Lady Fortune has already tasted success and a short break may well have done her some good, with Winston’s Oath a possible improver given the yard he represents. 1-2-3: 1.LUCKY IN TAIPAN (IRE) 2.LADY FORTUNE (IRE) 3.WINSTON’S OATH (IRE) KEY colours
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MIDNIGHT PASS (GB) (69) 34-P4P3
5 11-12
B m Passing Glance - Midnight Gem Ms G. E. Morgan Br Ms Gillian E Morgan
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Freddie Keighley (5) Martin Keighley, Cheltenham Tote, FBC Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a bumper last summer. Modest form over hurdles, though did run right up to her best when third in maiden company in July. Since left Emma Lavelle. TFRHHHII BHA91
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LADY FORTUNE (IRE) (58) 5P-1410 BF
Gr m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Topless (IRE) Mr M. Edwards Br Pat & Eddie Barry
6
11-4
Isabelle Ryder (5) Barry Brennan, Lambourn
TIMEFORM VIEW Narrowly landed a gamble following a breathing operation/break at Market Rasen (2 1/2m) in late-May and resumed winning ways under change of tactics on stable debut at Uttoxeter in July. Race 11 days later may have come too soon and a hood is now back on. TFRHHHHI BHA83
3
GUINNESS LAD (IRE) (36) 05600/-
Bl g Berkshire (IRE) - Never Again (IRE) Mr P. Magee Br Jeremiah Fitzpatrick
6 10-13
James Bowen Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumper and similar story having proved headstrong over hurdles in 2024/25. Raced exclusively on Flat since, finally off the mark at Windsor in June. TFRHHHII BHA78
4
HAWA JUMEIRAH (GB) (31) 5-50336
B g Universal (IRE) - One Minute (IRE) Mr K. A. Nelmes Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
5 10-12
Paul O’Brien Helen Nelmes, Dorchester
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest middle-distance winner on Flat. Placed twice over hurdles at Newton Abbot this summer before a lesser effort at that venue a month ago. This mark is within range but yard struggling for winners. TFRHHHII BHA77
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WINSTON’S OATH (IRE) (21) 636-300
B g Churchill (IRE) - Honor Bound Mr T. Parry Br Clarecastle Stud Ltd
4 10-11
Sean Bowen James Owen, Newmarket Akehurst Equine Transport Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit on bumper debut but failed to kick on over hurdles for Dylan Cunha. Low-key start to Flat career for James Owen but no surprise if he got it right back over obstacles. Visored first time. TFRHHHHI BHA78
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MAJOR MAJOR (IRE) (152) 505000-
B g Iffraaj - Spinaminnie (IRE) Mr G. Woods Br Linacre House Ltd
6 10-10
Tom Cannon Cynthia Woods, Crowborough Tiger Resourcing Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest 3-time winner on Flat for Richard Hannon (stays 1 1/2m) but yet to trouble the judge in this sphere and hopes now pinned on breathing operation back from 5 months off. TFRHHIII BHA75
7
NO MEAN FEAT (IRE) (139) 3/4P46-4
B g Milan - Steel Lady (IRE) P C F Racing Ltd Br The Cedars Stud
7
10-8
James Davies Simon Hodgson, Hook
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden but down to a basement level and 2 fourth-place finishes in the spring confirm he’s competitive. Has had a breathing operation ahead of return. TFRHHHII BHA73 24
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LUCKY IN TAIPAN (IRE) (18) P60-63P
6
10-7
B g Lucky Speed (IRE) - Rose of Taipan (IRE) Easy Going Racing Br Fintan Farrell
Elliott England (7) Ben Pauling, Naunton BetPro IQ Limited
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4
TIMEFORMVIEWDisplayed ability in bumpers in 2024. No impact for Max Young last year but did shape fair bit better than on stable debut when third of 9 in handicap hurdle at Worcester (2 1/2m, good) last month. Held back by jumping at Bangor 18 days ago and a visor now goes on. No surprise were he to bounce back. TFRHHHHH BHA72
CALLERO (IRE) (119) P60-5
B g Waldgeist - Viva Italia (IRE) Mrs Arnold & Partner Br Ger Hayes & Waldgeist Syndicate
10-7
Caoilin Quinn Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW First sign of ability at Plumpton in May. Back on his correct mark on return and slight step up in trip will suit. TFRHHHII BHA74
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BACARDI BLUE (IRE) (31) 55-2633
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Every Moment D Summersby J May W Dodd Br John O’Connor & Pat O’Connor
5
10-5
Bryan Carver Dean Summersby, Kellacott
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a point but well held all 4 starts under Rules. Handicap debut with cheekpieces on and worth a market check. TFRHHHII BHA68 2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Visor worn first time by No. 5, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 10. Hood worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6, 7. Stewards Note: LADY FORTUNE: Following its run on 26/7/2026 it was reported that the horse may have run too soon. GUINNESS LAD: Following its run on 17/8/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free. LUCKY IN TAIPAN: Following its run on 4/9/2026 it was reported that the horse never travelled and jumped poorly. Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Lucky In Taipan (IRE), 5-1 Midnight Pass (GB), 6-1 Lady Fortune (IRE), 7-1 Winston’s Oath (IRE), 10-1 Hawa Jumeirah (GB), 12-1 Guinness Lad (IRE), No Mean Feat (IRE), Callero (IRE), Bacardi Blue (IRE), 50-1 Major Major (IRE)
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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 2.12 - THE BETTING.BET FREE RACING TIPS CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4066 to the winning horse The second to receive £1871, the third £935, the fourth £468 and the fifth £233. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £38 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 20th. Penalties, after September 12th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to September 19th, 2026, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. betting.bet will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 12 entries at £38. - Closed September 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3110; Second £1555; Third £778; Fourth £389; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37) Weights lowered 5lb. A SEE PAGE 9 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.47 - THE CITY ELECTRICAL FACTORS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Fontwell Chase Series Qualifier) (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 and the fourth £541. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £44 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 20th. Penalties, after September 12th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. City Electrical Factors will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. All horses which finish in the first 8 in this race will be eligible to enter THE FONTWELL CHASE SERIES FINAL to be run over 2m 3f 104y at Fontwell on 20th March 2027. 9 entries at £44. - Closed September 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights lowered 4lb. SEE PAGE 11 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 3.22 - THE BETTING.BET NEW BETTING SITES JUVENILE MAIDEN 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 juvenile maiden three yrs old. Enter by noon, September 16th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 20th. Weights: 11st 2lb each Fillies allowed 7lb. betting.bet will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 9 entries at £50. - Closed September 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.57 - THE SETFORD HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4066 to the winning horse The second to receive £1871, the third £935, the fourth £468 and the fifth £233. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £38 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 20th. Penalties, after September 12th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Setford will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 11 entries at £38. - Closed September 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3110; Second £1555; Third £778; Fourth £389; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 4.32 - THE BETTING.BET PLAY CHAMPION TIPSTER 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 and the fourth £541. for four 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. September 20th. Penalties, after September 12th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. betting.bet will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 9 entries, 0 at £8 and 9 at £44. - Closed September 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 23 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 5.07 - THE BETTING.BET FREE BETS NOVICES’ LIMITED 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-95. Enter by noon, September 16th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 20th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after September 12th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. betting.bet will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 21 entries at £30. - Closed September 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. 27