Welcome to Hereford Racecourse for an afternoon of jumps racing including our Hunter Chase, the 5th race on the card today, and thank you to our race sponsors.
All of our 2026 fixtures are now online and available to purchase tickets for but don’t delay as both our Snaffles restaurant and Premier Viewing are selling fast. With fixtures to look forward to including Ladies Day on Saturday 7th March, our new Easter Monday Family Fun Day on Monday 6th April, and we finish the season with the return of the Richard Layton Charity Day on Thursday 16th April.
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For those that have already enjoyed a Day At The Races package this season I’m sure you will appreciate the value this package gives, with admission, racecard, hot pie and drink included. These packages are available for all remaining fixtures and must be purchased 7 days in advance of the raceday, but numbers are limited so would encourage you to book early to avoid disappointment.
Enjoy your day with us today and we will see you again on Wednesday 11th February
Best wishes,
Camilla Esling, General Manager
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
ABANDONMENT POLICY
In the event of racing being abandoned, the following rules apply:
• Abandonment before completion of the 1st race – badge valid for the next race meeting or full refund
• Abandonment prior to completion of the 3rd race – 50% refund
• Abandonment thereafter – no refund
No refunds will be made on the day of racing
All refunds should be claimed in writing within 14 days of the abandoned meeting.
Please enclose your badge/s as proof of admission and send them to: Racecourse Office, Hereford Racecourse, Roman Road, Hereford HR4 9QU
Please PRINT your name clearly and send with the returned badges
ADMISSION BADGES
Racegoers are politely requested to ensure their badges are worn and to be clearly visible at all times. If you have purchased an E-ticket, please ensure you have this with you at all times
BABY CHANGING FACILITIES
Baby changing facilities can be found in the main toilet block next to the raceday office to the left of the main entrance and in the Rusty Bridge Restaurant toilets Please ask a member of staff for details of a private breast feeding area, if required.
DISABLED VISITORS
Forward parking is available for blue badge holders, stewards will direct you. For disabled visitors requiring a carer, the carer is admitted free of change There is a disabled viewing area accessible through Rusty Bridge for wheelchair users, and disabled toilets on site.
DOGS
Racegoers are not permitted to bring dogs onto the racecourse at any time during the raceday, with the exception of guide dogs for the blind and hearing dogs 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
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Hereford Racecourse employs safety stewards In the event of an emergency which requires evacuation a public announcement will be made and the stewards will direct you to a safe area.
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FIRST AID
The first aid room is located inside the main entrance. LITTER
Please help us keep Hereford Racecourse tidy by disposing of your litter and old betting slips in the bins provided
HORSE AND JOCKEY WELFARE AT HEREFORD
Nothing matters more to us when racing than the safety and welfare of both horse and rider. Central to that is the track itself and our groundstaff do everything in their power to provide an optimum racing surface. On duty today we also have a dedicated and experienced team of highly-qualified Vets, Doctors and Paramedics following the action at every stage Their key responsibility is to monitor and provide care to the competitors throughout their time at the racecourse. The locations and vehicle movements of these skilled specialists during racing are designed to provide a rapid response to any incident across the site. We also have a high-specification horse ambulance in attendance at every fixture to enable safe transport of a horse from the track to our on-site veterinary treatment facility for further treatment, or to the nearest equine referral hospital
It is our standard practice to erect screens around any horse or jockey requiring attention on the course as this provides privacy and a safe, calm environment in which to accurately diagnose and treat the patient as necessary. Please do not assume the worst if screens are erected around a horse We are fully committed to minimizing risk in our sport, to dealing professionally and efficiently with any injury, and to maintaining the highest possible quality of care for the horses and jockeys racing here today. To find out more about our Equine Welfare policy, please visit our website www.hereford-racecourse.co.uk
PHOTOGRAPHY
Flash photography is not permitted at any time Press and Commercial photographers must pre-arrange the necessary permission with the racecourse office at least 7 days before the race meeting Amateur photographers are only permitted to take photographs in the areas normally open to the public and should not encroach upon areas specifically designated for or used by professional photographers. Professional filming and photography takes place here at Hereford Racecourse for various publications and broadcasting, and racegoers (including families) consent to being filmed, photographed and otherwise recorded by Hereford Racecourse or any third party authorised by Hereford Racecourse
SAFETY
In the interests of public safety all visitors to the Racecourse should follow directions of the Safety Stewards on the Stands and the Raceday Staff throughout the racecourse Please do not leave bags or your possessions unattended at any time as this could cause a security alert. The racecourse reserves the right to ask anyone clearly under the influence of alcohol to leave at any time. Racegoers are requested to be particularly aware of their personal safety in all areas where they come into close contact with the horses, such as the parade ring and the horse walks.
(UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)
STEWARDS OF THE MEETING
Guy Upton (Chief Steward) Roger Bellamy (Stewards’Panel Chair)
Katie Dowson, Margaret Groves, Fergus Sweeney
STARTERS
William Jordan
Ciaran McKee
JUDGE
Guy Lewis
CLERK OF THE SCALES
Robert Cuthbert
VETERINARY OFFICER
Graham Potts
VETERINARY SURGEONS
Ed Shaw BVSc, MRCVS
Agnes Codina Guardia MRCVS
Anne Gibbs MRCVS
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr Chris Reynolds
Dr Philip Pritchard
Dr Nav Kangokar
NURSE
Ellen Phelps
Hereford Racecourse is part of Arena Racing Company which includes; Bath, Brighton, Chepstow, Doncaster, Ffos Las, Fontwell Park, Great Yarmouth, Lingfield Park, Newcastle, Royal Windsor, Sedgefield, Southwell, Uttoxeter, Wolverhampton and Worcester racecourses MONDAY 26TH JANUARY
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
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Martin Harris
BETTING RING MANAGER
Andy Collins
GENERAL MANAGER
Camilla Esling
CLERK OF THE COURSE
Molly King
HEAD GROUNDSMAN
Oliver Whittaker
SAFEGUARDING LEAD
Camilla Esling
PADDOCK PRESENTER
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Plus Day At the Races Redemption Point.
Selection of drinks including full draught and bottled bar. Plus Drink Voucher Redemption Point.
HOW TO READ YOUR RACECARD
form guide
previous performances
/=new season
colour graphic weight st-lb
horse’s saddlecloth number horse’s name birthplace of horse if not Great Britain No of days since last ran
1COURTLIABILITY(IRE)(27)2-
-=new year
Bold type shows Point-to-Point form
C=course winner
D=distance winner
CD=course & distance winner
BF=beaten favourite age
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B g Court Cave (IRE) - Whataliability (IRE)
NashWebbPaverVandenberghe&10Percenters
Br Brendan K. Fitzpatrick
411-4
Harry Bannister
Harry Whittington, Sparsholt
TIMEFORMVIEW Cost £88,000 after finishing runner-up in an Irish point and has won a Fontwell bumper and 21f Sedgefield novice hurdle for new connections. Good chance he can make it 3 in a row TFRHHHHH BHA-
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Star Ratings Explained
Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:
Selected to win the race
Good chance of being placed. By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims
OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED
Unlikely to win but not totally without hope
Can be given little or no chance
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.
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FIRST RACE 2.00
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 5F 163YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE HEREFORD EASTER MONDAY FAMILY FUN RACEDAY 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): K Lee (16 wins from 60 runners, 27%) runs ERCALL FOX TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N & W Twiston-Davies (2 wins from 32 runners, 6%) runs BIG TICKET LONGEST TRAVELLER: HANDIN MANYPOCKETS trained by S Hosie, Sherborne, 95 miles.
DRACO MALFOY took a step forward when a clear runner-up at Doncaster last time and can quickly resume winning ways to thwart Handin Manypockets who shaped well when a debut hurdling fourth at Cheltenham and rates a major threat. Big Ticket can also play a part if back on song
1
Br g Harzand (IRE) - Two Roses (IRE) Tom Bellamy
Sir F Brooke & Sir R Pilkington
Br Mr Wesley Loftus
Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham
Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Winning hurdling debut at Huntingdon in December and advanced his form under a penalty when a clear second of 7 in novice hurdle at Doncaster (19.4f, good) 28 days ago. Firmly in the picture. TFRHHHHH BHA125
2 BIGTICKET(GB)(38)122P
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Twenty Eight Guns
Mr R. Tredwin
5 11-5
Sam Twiston-Davies
Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Br Mark & Jane Frieze Courtiers Investment Services Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW Easily won his sole start in Irish points in May and promising second placings in novices (around 2m4f) at Aintree and Ascot. Pulled up in hot 2m5f Ascot maiden last time but reportedly suffered an overreach and well worth another chance. TFRHHHHI BHA126
3 ERCALLFOX(GB)(67)5 5 11-5
B g Telescope (IRE) - Midnight Jade (IRE)
Mr C. J. Tipton
Br Mr J. Groucott & Miss Michelle Collier
Jonathan Burke
Kerry Lee, Presteigne
Kerry Lee, Kerry Lee S
TIMEFORM VIEW Encouraging fifth of 13 in strong novice hurdle at Warwick (16f, good to soft, 200/1) on debut 67 days ago, not knocked about Significantly up in trip Needs a big step forward TFRHHHII BHA-
4 HANDINMANYPOCKETS(IRE)(25)34
B g Poet’s Word (IRE) - Bonnie Boru (IRE)
Mr C. R. Trembath
Br Messrs E. &. A. Delany
5 11-5
Rex Dingle
Syd Hosie, Sherborne
Sherborne Utilities Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Changed hands for £55,000 after finishing third in point in November Made a promising start in this sphere when fourth of 7 in novice hurdle at Cheltenham (20.2f, good) 25 days ago and a likely player here with better to come TFRHHHHI BHA-
5 STAROFHONOUR(IRE)(46)64/11-60
Ch m Hillstar - Honour Own (IRE)
Myddelton Family
Br Morgan Kavanagh
6 10-12
David Bass
Henry Daly, Ludlow
Humphrey Butler Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice from 4 starts between the flags and not disgraced starting out under Rules when sixth in 2m3f Warwick novice in November Well beaten there since and probably one for handicaps. TFRHHHII BHA2025:MEETING ABANDONED DECLARED RUNNERS 5
Stewards Note:
BIG TICKET: Following its run on 19/12/2025 it was reported that the horse sustained an overreach wound
Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Draco Malfoy (IRE), 2-1 Big Ticket (GB), 7-2 Handin Manypockets (IRE), 25-1 Ercall Fox (GB), 66-1 Star of Honour (IRE)
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CHECK YOUR BETTING SLIPS
Customers of the Boards and Rails Bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately on receipt as mistakes cannot be rectified after the ‘off’ Customers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until after the ‘Weigh In’, as immediate payment will be made only on production of the original ticket All tickets will remain valid for one month.
HORSE AND JOCKEY WELFARE AT HEREFORD
Nothing matters more to us when racing than the safety and welfare of both horse and rider. Central to that is the track itself and our groundstaff do everything in their power to provide an optimum racing surface. On duty today we also have a dedicated and experienced team of highly-qualified Vets, Doctors and Paramedics following the action at every stage Their key responsibility is to monitor and provide care to the competitors throughout their time at the racecourse The locations and vehicle movements of these skilled specialists during racing are designed to provide a rapid response to any incident across the site. We also have a high-specification horse ambulance in attendance at every fixture to enable safe transport of a horse from the track to our on-site veterinary treatment facility for further treatment, or to the nearest equine referral hospital
It is our standard practice to erect screens around any horse or jockey requiring attention on the course as this provides privacy and a safe, calm environment in which to accurately diagnose and treat the patient as necessary. Please do not assume the worst if screens are erected around a horse We are fully committed to minimizing risk in our sport, to dealing professionally and efficiently with any injury, and to maintaining the highest possible quality of care for the horses and jockeys racing here today. To find out more about our Equine Welfare policy, please visit our website www.hereford-racecourse.co.uk
SECOND RACE 2.30
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2M 4F 194YDS) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE HEREFORD QUARRIES NOVICES’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) Weights lowered 6lb
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): V Williams (14 wins from 88 runners, 16%) runs EPINEPHRINE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): B Pauling (6 wins from 36 runners, 17%) runs FOLLOWCATO LONGEST TRAVELLER: RISK DE PLUIE trained by B Clarke, Corscombe, 123 miles.
FOLLOWCATO’s form is on the up and he can defy a 6lb rise here to complete a hat-trick at the chief expense of in-form Ski Lodge, who could have to settle for runner-up spot once more. Risk de Pluie can also have a big say in his bid to gain a breakthrough chasing victory
1
(17)03-U511 7 11-8
Ch g Notnowcato - Follow The Icon Kielan Woods
Highclere and The Followers
Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Patrick McCarthy Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Runner-up in an Irish point and on the up over fences since the cheekpieces went on, bagging 2m4f handicap chases at Ludlow and Exeter either side of Christmas. Up 6lb but merits serious consideration in his hat-trick bid. TFRHHHHH BHA119
2 SKILODGE(IRE)(27)1/01-222BF
B g Gatewood - Ballygill Countess (IRE)
Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Ski Lodge
Br Martin Donnellan
7 11-6
Tom Bellamy
Alan King, Barbury Castle
Olive Print & Graphics S
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive winning hurdler and he has started out well in this sphere, runner-up in 3m handicaps at Uttoxeter and Haydock last month. Another bold showing is on the cards. TFRHHHHI BHA117
3 EPINEPHRINE(FR)(67)3/4416-6
B m No Risk At All (FR) - Brave d’Honneur (FR)
C J Norton Esq
6 11-5
Ned Fox (5)
Venetia Williams, Hereford
Br Mme Catherine Coiffier Faucets Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark in 2m handicap hurdle at Kempton in February but tailed off next 2 starts, including at Warwick on her return in November Goes chasing with plenty to prove TFRHHIII BHA116
4 RISKDEPLUIE(FR)(17)322-263
B g No Risk At All (FR) - Mangenie (FR)
7 11-4
Sam Twiston-Davies Beard, Ford and Langford
Ben Clarke, Corscombe
Br S.C.E.A Haras Du Ma & Mr Marc Dumont Ben Clarke Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer/hurdler. Yet to score in this sphere but he comes here in good nick, third of 11 in 2m1f Exeter handicap 17 days ago. Enters calculations off the same mark TFRHHHHI BHA115
5 HURRICANEHIGHWAY(IRE)(18)P/2P0-05
8 11-2
Br g Malinas (GER) - Florida Pet (IRE) Ben Jones
Mr & Mrs William Rucker
Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Richard Cavanagh Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW Winning pointer/hurdler but that was back in 2022 and he has offered little under both codes this winter. Needs to take a big step forward TFRHHIII BHA113
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
Tongue Strap worn by No 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1.
1-2-3: 1.FOLLOWCATO (IRE) 2.SKI LODGE (IRE) 3.RISK DE PLUIE (FR)
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THIRD RACE 3.00
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 8YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE GREEN DRAGON HOTEL 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): P Nicholls (19 wins from 58 runners, 33%) runs MON CHAMPION TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Pipe (3 wins from 27 runners, 11%) runs ROYAL MER
WEIGHTWATCHER: WEWILLGOWITHPLANB won off a handicap mark of 116, his rating is now down 7lb to 109. LONGEST TRAVELLER: ROYAL MER trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 96 miles.
It could be worth chancing MON CHAMPION, who’s potentially well handicapped on his French form and will find this ground more suitable. In-form pair Passing Kate and Royal Mer are obvious threats
1 ROYALMER(FR)(17)3220-22D
Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Princesse Pauline (FR)
Somerset Racing
8 11-13
Rian Corcoran (7)
David Pipe, Wellington
Br Xavier Moyer, Herve Sotteau & Annabelle W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW Notched 5 wins over fences on heavy ground in 2023/24. Winless since but turn may not be far away judged on 2 runner-up efforts this season. TFRHHHHI BHA114
TIMEFORMVIEWAfairlyusefulhurdleswinnerinFrancewhoalsoshowedsimilarformoverfenceslastterm.FinishedwellheldonBritish/stabledebutatSandownafter11 months off but fared much better when second there last month. Disappointed at Newbury since but will find this ground more suitable. TFRHHHHH BHA113
3 WEWILLGOWITHPLANB(IRE)(17)2PF-400D
B g Fame And Glory - Our Polly (IRE)
9 11-8
Conor Ring
Border Pointers Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Br Mrs Barbara Beattie
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner over fences for Richard Bandey and made a respectable return at Leicester but underlined his inconsistency for current connections when running poorly next 2 starts TFRHHIII BHA109
4
PASSINGKATE(GB)(17)P1-2225D
B m Passing Glance - Another Kate (IRE)
9 11-6
Ned Fox (5) Exors of the Late Mr David M Richards Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
Br D. M. Richards
TIMEFORMVIEWWon2ofher3startsswitchedtochasinglastseasonandhasreturnedinfineheart,makingitahat-trickofrunner-upfinisheswhennomatch for well-backed winner at Chepstow Shaped as if still in form at Exeter since and small fields like this probably more her thing TFRHHHHI BHA107
5
HORSJEU(FR)(36)4P00-4U
6 11-2
B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Belmiesque (FR) Richard Patrick C & C Boultbee Brooks Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope
Br Mr Jean-Charles Escale Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW A fairly useful 17f hurdles winner in France last spring. Hasn’t cut much ice over both sets of obstacles since arriving in Britain but unseated just as the race was departing on second chase start at Lingfield (2m) 5 weeks ago Not dismissed out of hand. TFRHHHII BHA103
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 5.
Stewards Note:
MON CHAMPION: Following its run on 29/12/2025 it was reported that the horse would prefer a slower surface.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Royal Mer (FR), Passing Kate (GB), 7-2 Mon Champion (FR), 9-2 Hors Jeu (FR), 22-1 Wewillgowithplanb (IRE)
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FOURTH RACE 3.30
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 53YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE SILVERSHINE TURF SERVICES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Two Mile Hurdle Series Qualifier)
Total prize fund £10700 x Owners Prize Money 1st £4322, 2nd £2160, 3rd £1081, 4th £540, 5th £270. (Penalty Value £5650.67)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): V Williams (14 wins from 88 runners, 16%) runs COL DU PRE’ TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (10 wins from 46 runners, 22%) runs LATIN VERSE & UKANTANGO LONGEST TRAVELLERS: L’ASTROBOY & OUT OF OFFICE trained by E Williams, Llancarfan, 65 miles.
Not the easiest race to assess and it could pay to side with Olly Murphy’s new recruit LATIN VERSE to capitalise on a handy-looking mark on his return from 11 months off. In-form C&D scorer Nowmelad has no fitness concerns and rates a big danger with Out Of Office another to consider if taking a step forward from his Carlisle reappearance third.
1 L’ASTROBOY(GER)(51)1/122//-6D
9 12-0
B g Kamsin (GER) - La Martina (GER) Gavin Sheehan
Mr & Mrs William Rucker
Br Chr Holshbach
Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed Ffos Las bumper/maiden hurdle in 2022 before a fine runner-up in Grade 1 Tolworth at Sandown in early 2023. Only twice raced since though and came in a well-held sixth of 8 in 2m Sandown handicap last month Has it to prove now. TFRHHIII BHA130
2 OUTOFOFFICE(IRE)(57)414/F2/-3D
B g Shirocco (GER) - Shuil Dorcha (IRE)
Mr & Mrs William Rucker
Br Mrs Marilyn Syme
8 11-8
Ben Jones
Evan Williams, Llancarfan
Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point/hurdles scorer in 2022 but very lightly raced subsequently. Hooded after 2 years off when a respectable third of 8 in 2m1f Carlisle handicap hurdle in November. Not ruled out if building on it here. TFRHHHII BHA124
3 COLDUPRE’(FR)(27)414-U0
Ch g Taj Mahal (IRE) - Claire Song (IRE)
5 11-2
Ned Fox (5)
Tina Taylor Venetia Williams, Hereford
Br Scuderia Lazzeri Marcello Faucets Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW A fair winner on the Flat and over hurdles in France in 2024 Seen out just twice for his current yard in 2m handicap hurdles at Newbury and Haydock this winter and well held on each occasion. Not easy to make a case for TFRHHIII BHA118
4 NOWMELAD(IRE)(31)40-4622CD
B g Mahler - Mighty Oake (IRE)
7 11-2
Lee Edwards
Mr Peter Green Henry Oliver, Kinnersley
Br Declan Daly Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who arrives in good form, second of 8 in 2m2f handicap hurdle at Market Rasen 31 days ago Needs considering despite a 3lb rise. TFRHHHHI BHA118
5 LATINVERSE(GB)(356)60260F-D
6 11-0
B g Postponed (IRE) - Parnell’s Dream Joshua Bryan
Mr P Arms and Mr S Harvey Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Mr & Mrs David Aykroyd Betano S
TIMEFORMVIEW Reliable sort who was in the process of running well when falling last in 2m Taunton handicap hurdle in February on his final run for Anthony Charlton. Starts out for leading yard off a lenient mark so very much one to consider despite his absence. TFRHHHHH BHA116
6 UKANTANGO(IRE)(185)43-5244D
9 10-6
Ch g Ocovango - Molly Be Lewis Stones (3) Ladies in Racing 1 Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Thistletown Stud Betano S
TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 14 runs since his last win in 2022 and he’s been off the track for 6 months since posting a creditable fourth at Uttoxeter (2m4f). Needs to hit the ground running.
Tongue Strap worn by No 6.
TFRHHIII BHA108
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Nowmelad (IRE), 10-3 Out of Office (IRE), 4-1 Ukantango (IRE), 11-2 L’Astroboy (GER), 6-1 Latin Verse (GB), 18-1 Col du Pre’(FR)
1-2-3: 1.LATIN
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
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ABANDONMENT POLICY
In the event of racing being abandoned, the following rules apply:
• Abandonment before completion of the 1st race – badge valid for the next race meeting or full refund Abandonment prior to completion of the 3rd race – 50% refund
• Abandonment thereafter – no refund
No refunds will be made on the day of racing
All refunds should be claimed in writing within 14 days of the abandoned meeting Please enclose your badge/s as proof of admission and send them to: Racecourse Office, Hereford Racecourse, Roman Road, Hereford HR4 9QU Please PRINT your name clearly and send with the returned badges
FIFTH RACE 4.00
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2M 4F 194YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE JUMPRITE
OPEN
HUNTERS’STEEPLE
CHASE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £5000 x Owners Prize Money 1st £2231, 2nd £1116, 3rd £558, 4th £279. (Penalty Value £2566.50) HC Bold Form Figures Indicate Point-to-Point Form
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): P Nicholls (19 wins from 58 runners, 33%) runs QUEL DESTIN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (17 wins from 73 runners, 23%) runs SNIPE LONGEST TRAVELLER: CAMINO ROCIO trained by E M Rees, Dorchester, 112 miles.
STATTLER lost his way for Willie Mullins when last seen 2 seasons ago but he’s likely to be a force in this company if all is well. Quel Destin is another who will appreciate the drop in class and is feared most
colours no horse age st lb
1 CAMINOROCIO(IRE)(29)3-P3P34D 8 12-6
B g Milan - Miss Overdrive
Mr Edward Vaughan (5)
Mr Michael Rees E. M. Rees, Dorchester
H Glamorgan
TIMEFORM VIEW Fit from points but out of sorts early this season and easy to oppose in this company giving weight all round. TFRHIIII BHA110
2
B g Jet Away - Satalda’s Lady (IRE)
Mr Edward Philipson-Stow
H Ledbury
9 12-2
Mr Frederick Philipson-Stow (7)
Mrs N. Sheppard, Ledbury
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hunter chase winner who posted a solid third of 7 in hunter chase at Cheltenham (16.3f, good) in May. Ran too bad to be true at Taunton 18 days ago but has work to do on these terms. TFRHHHII BHA127
3 IMPORTANTNOTICE(IRE)(29)P112-35 8 11-12
B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Denwoman (IRE)
Stables Business Park Ltd
H Tiverton Foxhounds
Mr Joshua Newman
J. Newman, Crewkerne
Stables Business Park Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW From the family of Cheltenham Gold Cup winner Denman and this multiple point winner showed ability when third of 10 in hunter chase at Cheltenham on Rules debut in May. However, needs to step up significantly here and was well held on point return last month TFRHHIII BHA-
4
QUELDESTIN(FR)(352)114P/P4-
Ch g Muhtathir - High Destiny (FR)
Martin Broughton & Friends
11 11-12
Miss Olive Nicholls
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
H Blackmore & Sparkford Vale Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 2 heavy-ground handicaps 25 months ago but not in same form in handful of runs since. Still, likely player in this company after 11 months off TFRHHHHI BHA129
5 SNIPE(IRE)(31)4-44400
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Pisces
9 11-12
Mr Dominic Lewis (7)
Foxtrot Racing Snipe Dan Skelton, Alcester
H Croome & West Warwickshire Foxtrot Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW On a losing run and has disappointed this season. Down in class but bit to prove all the same TFRHHHII BHA120
6 STATTLER(IRE)(653)2P/624P/-D
Br g Stowaway - Our Honey (IRE)
11 11-12
Mr Nick Orpwood (3)
Mr R. A. Bartlett Faye Bramley, Lambourn
H Duke of Beaufort Albert Bartlett S
TIMEFORMVIEW Quickly developed into a high-class novice over fences, running out a ready winner of the NH Chase in 2022 Not seen since pulled up in Grand National at Aintree in 2024 (has left Willie Mullins) but is the class act here switched to a hunter TFRHHHHH BHA150
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
Blinkers worn by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2, 5. Stewards Note: STATTLER: Following its run on 13/4/2024 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise
Probable S.P’s: 8-11 Stattler (IRE), 5-1 Quel Destin (FR), 9-1 A Jet of Our Own (IRE), Snipe (IRE), 22-1 Important Notice (IRE), 40-1 Camino Rocio (IRE)
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SIXTH RACE 4.30
TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 147YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
THE HEREFORD LADIES DAY SATURDAY 7TH MARCH MARES’HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): E Williams (13 wins from 167 runners, 8%) runs PRINCESS KERI TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): E Williams (3 wins from 29 runners, 10%) runs PRINCESS KERI LONGEST TRAVELLER: PRINCESS KERI trained by E Williams, Llancarfan, 65 miles.
PRINCESS KERI is a step ahead of the handicapper turned out again before being reassessed for her final-flight departure at Fakenham, where she had matters firmly under control when her claimer became unbalanced soon after the last and eventually exited the saddle Gower Spirit is the clear pick for forecast purposes, given that Chosen Bae is out of form and Ezmerellda needs to raise her game significantly
1
(14)410P02D
B m Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Lady Karinga
Mrs Jan Johnson
Br T. A. Harman
6 12-0
Richard Patrick
Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
The Towers Hotel & Spa S
TIMEFORMVIEWSprung28/1surpriseinUttoxetermaiden(heavy)inNovemberandunluckytobumpintoaprogressiverivalwhensecondtoJamaicaine (winner again since) over this C&D a fortnight ago. Seemingly the one most likely to make a race of it with Princess Keri TFRHHHII BHA100
2 PRINCESSKERI(IRE)(8)3-4211UBF
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Burkes Lady (IRE)
IWEC Electrical Racing
Br Grangeclare Stud
6 11-10
Ben Jones
Evan Williams, Llancarfan
TIMEFORMVIEWIn fine form since reverted to hurdles, landing handicaps at Lingfield (2m) and Ludlow (21f) in November The hat-trick was firmly in sight recently at Fakenham (2 1/2m, soft) where she unseated rider shortly after the final flight and she’ll prove very hard to beat off the same mark here. TFRHHHHH BHA96
3 EZMERELLDA(IRE)
(37)F/4544-F
B m Intello (GER) - Elraazy
Mr Andrew Gough
6 11-0
James Best
Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster
Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited SJD Racing, Js Sports UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdler at best for Alan King and she hasn’t fared much better in 2 starts since joining present yard Hopes pinned on the addition of cheekpieces sparking improvement. TFRHIIII BHA86
4 CHOSENBAE(IRE)(26)1-00060D
B m Mount Nelson - Winding Bae (IRE)
7 10-2
Ben Poste
Ms J. Bennett Ryan Potter, Sellack
Br Kedrah House Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored on her handicap bow at Bangor (19.6f, heavy) last February but well below that level in handful of starts this term. Needs to bounce back with hood refitted. TFRHHIII BHA72
2025:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 4 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 3. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 4.
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £173,392 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 1st January to 27th March 2026.
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25 March th
6 April th Easter Family Fun Raceday Thursday 16 April th Richard Layton Charity Day Tuesday 13 October th Monday 26 October th Halloween Family Day
Tel@ 01432 273560
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 2.00 - THE HEREFORD EASTER MONDAY FAMILY FUN RACEDAY 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, which have not won more than one hurdle race Enter by noon, January 20th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 24th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 4lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb The Racecourse have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out 21 entries at £50. - Closed January 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446) SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE
Second Race 2.30 - THE HEREFORD QUARRIES NOVICES’ 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 novice five 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. January 24th. Penalties, after January 17th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb Hereford Quarries have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out 14 entries at £44. - Closed January 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights lowered 6lb SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE
Third Race 3.00 - THE GREEN DRAGON HOTEL 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 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £44 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £44 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 24th. Penalties, after January 17th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb Green Dragon Hotel have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out 10 entries at £44. - Closed January 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09)
SEE PAGE 13 FOR THIS RACE
Fourth Race 3.30 - THE SILVERSHINE TURF SERVICES HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Challenger Two Mile Hurdle Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5650 to the winning horse The second to receive £2600, the third £1300, the fourth £650 and the fifth £324. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £53 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £43 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 24th. Penalties, after January 17th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb Silvershine Turf Services have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out Horses which have been placed in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER TWO MILE HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE), to be run over a distance of about Two Miles (1m 7f 144yds) at Haydock Park on 4th April, 2026. 12 entries at £53.Closed January 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money.Winner £4322; Second £2160;Third £1081; Fourth £540; Fifth £270. (Penalty Value £5650.67)
SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.00 - THE JUMPRITE OPEN HUNTERS’STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2566 to the winning horse The second to receive £1283, the third £641 and the fourth £321. for five yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, January 20th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 24th. Weights: 5-y-o 11st 6lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 12lb Mares allowed 7lb Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a steeple chase 4lb Of 2 steeple chases or of a Class 1 to Class 3 steeple chase 8lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’and Maiden Hunters’Steeple Chases in Great Britain or Ireland) NB: With reference to the 8lb penalty for at least two Chase wins, a horse may only claim a half penalty if all wins were in Novice or Maiden Hunters’ Steeple Chases To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys. Jumprite have kindly sponsored this race and will present a winning memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out. 14 entries at £25. - Closed January 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2231; Second £1116; Third £558; Fourth £279. (Penalty Value £2566.50) HC
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE
Sixth Race 4.30 - THE HEREFORD LADIES DAY SATURDAY 7TH MARCH MARES’ 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 and the fourth £373. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, January 20th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 24th. Penalties, after January 17th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb The racecourse have kindly sponsored this race and will present a momento to the winning owner They will also award a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries at £30. - Closed January 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
