Welcome to Hereford Racecourse which sees the return of the Richard Layton Charity Evening for our season finale.
We are delighted to welcome the organisers of this raceday and all their supporters for what promises to be a fantastic afternoon and evening for all involved raising vital funds for their chosen charities All fundraising proceeds from today will be shared equally between We Are Farming Minds, The Injured Jockey’s Fund, Midlands Air Ambulance and Herefordshire Mind.
We thank today’s race sponsors including Sigeric Ltd, Acre Accountancy, Keltruck, Burcombe Construction Ltd, The Howell & Layton Families and Wye Valley Metals, who through their race sponsorship have supported the charities today. They will also be welcoming guests into hospitality together with other local businesses, plus friends and family of the organisers, all of whom have been so generous in their support thus far
Tragically, Richard Layton, who ran Dewdales Hope Farm in Bodenham, took his own life in 2023 following a lengthy mental health battle His family are determined to raise awareness and support those in the local Herefordshire farming community who may similarly be suffering from anxiety, loneliness and depression. Combining the organisers farming and racing backgrounds, their aim is to‘Make Mental Health the Front Runner’and we do hope you will show them your support today, by just being here means so much to them.
We thank everyone for their support this season, and before we know it the doors will be opening back up for the start of the 26/27 season;
- Tuesday 13th October – Season Opener
- Monday 26th October – Halloween Family Raceday
- Thursday 12th November – Winter Afternoon Racing
- Wednesday 25th November – Winter Afternoon Racing - Tuesday 8th December – Festive Racing
- Saturday 19th December – Christmas Jumper Raceday
Have a fantastic day with us today and see you again in October!
Best wishes,
Camilla Esling, General Manager
SUPPORTING
• We Are FARMING MINDS
• HEREFORDSHIRE MIND
• MIDLANDS AIR AMBULANCE
• INJURED JOCKEYS FUND
TODAY marks the second Richard Layton Charity Raceday, an idea born from personal loss and stark statistics highlighting a mental health crisis within the agricultural community.
No fewer than SEVEN Herefordshire farmers took their own lives in 2023. While we await the latest figures, 47 deaths were recorded across the agricultural sector in England and Wales in 2024 – a 7% rise on 2022.
Farming continues to face intense pressures, including isolation, financial strain and long hours, all contributing to a higher suicide risk than many other professions.
This crisis is all too close to home. Tragically, Richard Layton (inset), who ran Dewdales Hope Farm in Bodenham near Leominster, was among those affected.
He was just 53 when he took his own life in March 2023, following a long battle with mental health. His wife Marie-Louise, son George and daughter Lily are committed to raising awareness and supporting others in the Herefordshire farming community facing anxiety, loneliness and depression.
Marie-Louise’s cousins, Sue and
Andrew Howell – founders of the Wye Valley Group – also lost their elder brother Robert at just 27. For both families and their friends, this cause is deeply personal. They are united in their determination to make a difference and help save lives.
With the NHS under strain, charities play a vital role in providing essential support.
Following the success of the inaugural Raceday in November 2024, which raised over £50,000 for three charities, a fourth beneficiary, Herefordshire Mind, joins We Are Farming Minds, Midlands Air Ambulance and the Injured Jockeys Fund, with proceeds shared equally
In partnership with Press Box Publishing founder Simon Milham, the families have again come together under ‘Charity Racedays’ to host a memorable and meaningful occasion.
The organisers are sincerely grateful to all the individuals and businesses whose generosity and support have made this event possible. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Sincerely,
Marie-Louise Layton, George Layton, Lily Layton, Sue Howell, Andrew Howell & Simon Milham
– Wye Ho ll
CHARITY RAFFLE
YOU can offer your support to the four charities by purchasing Raffle Tickets, which are on sale today at just £1 per ticket or £5 per book. There are over 20 fantastic prizes, which include, but are not limited to:
• £500 Cash
• £200 Garden Centre Voucher
• Win Your Height in Cider
SUPPORTING
We Are FARMING MINDS HEREFORDSHIRE MIND MIDLANDS AIR AMBULANCE INJURED JOCKEYS FUND
• £100 Amazon Voucher
• £75 Art Hospitality Voucher
• £50 Welsh Cheese Co Voucher
• £50 M&S Voucher
• £40 The Beefy Boys Voucher
• Bucket of Booze
• 3 x Family Tickets to Hereford FC
• 5 x Fourball Rounds of Golf
• RHS Malvern Spring Show Tickets
• Tickets to Cheltenham Races
• Tickets to a Worcester CC Match
Raffle Tickets are available from the
We Are Farming Minds stand, Herefordshire Mind stand, or from our roaming bucket sellers.
* Raffle drawn on Friday, April 17. Winners to be contacted by phone.
Thank you for your invaluable support - it is truly appreciated!
The organisers wish to offer their huge thanks to all of those who have generously donated to the auction and raffle, along with our gratitude to:
A & J Ralph
Acre Accountancy
All Stars Sports Racing
Alpha Aggregates Ltd
Beacon Foods Ltd
Brian & Sue Davies
Brightwells
Burcombe Construction Ltd
Burghill Valley Golf Club
Carmelo Mifsud, Fulham FC
Christian Williams Racing
Collins Design & Build
Cobb Agri Ltd
Cole Bishop & Co
CXCS
David Taylor (Garages) Ltd
Diane Thomas, Ludlow Racecourse
Dorian Kirk, Art Hospitality
Frank Milham, Midnight Kotatsu
Galebreaker Ltd
Gamber UK
H J Pugh & Co
HCR Legal LLP
HSL Compliance
Jacques International
John Jones Civil Engineering & Groundworks Ltd
Jojno & Jacqui O’Neill
Jon Pullin, Cheltenham Racecourse
L Evans & Son (Hereford) Ltd
Luck Trading
Kate Taylor & Trish Thomas
Keltruck Ltd
Kington Building Supplies
Kington Golf Club
Leominster Golf Club
Lilwall & Son
Mark Jones, Little Mill Services Ltd
Loo Of The Year Awards
Mariott Bonvoy St Pierre Country Club
Martin Brain, Hereford FC
McCartneys LLP
Nat West Bank PLC
Nick Smith, Ascot Racecourse
Oxbury Bank PLC
NFU Mutual
Peter Smythe PJE
Pontrilas Merchants Ltd
Press Box Publishing Ltd
Radbournes Ltd
Radway Bridge Garden Centre
RD Chesters Ltd
Redline Technology (UK) Ltd
RG & RB Williams
Richard Austin, Three Counties Show
Sam Stables
Sigeric Ltd
Tacho-Tech Ltd
Tim & Vallerie Hall, Langsun Ltd
Teri Harding, Witoria Jaworska, Pam
Baston & Sophia Baker, MAAC
The Beefy Boys (Hereford)
The Herefordshire Golf Club
TRP Sealing Systems Ltd
VT Lifting Solutions Ltd
Watkins Rural
Westons Cider
Westwood Developments Ltd
Worcester County Cricket Club
Wye Valley Metals & Wye Valley Skips
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.
FEEDBACK
We value feedback from our customers Please leave us a review on trip advisor, email us at info@hereford-racecourse.co.uk or visit www.racecoursefeedback.co.uk
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
THURSDAY 16TH APRIL
(UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)
STEWARDS OF THE MEETING
Fergus Sweeney (Chief Steward) Roger Bellamy (Stewards’Panel Chair)
Margaret Groves, Lyndsay Glynn, Richard Westropp
STARTERS
Wiliam Jordan
Ciaran McKee
JUDGE
Guy Lewis
CLERK OF THE SCALES
Robert Cuthbert
VETERINARY OFFICER
Alice Brown
VETERINARY SURGEONS
Ed Shaw, BVSc, MRCVS
Mark Georgetti, MVB, MRCVS
Anne Gibbs, MRCVS
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr Chris Reynolds
Dr Ian Roberts
Dr Oliver Rintoul-Hoad
NURSE
Dawn Price
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
Vince McKevitt, Mel Baker, Jeremy Willis, Andrea Kelly
COMMENTATOR
Martin Harris
BETTING RING MANAGER
Neil Pateman
GENERAL MANAGER
Camilla Esling
CLERK OF THE COURSE
Molly King
HEAD GROUNDSMAN
Oliver Whittaker
SAFEGUARDING LEAD
Camilla Esling
PADDOCK PRESENTER
Cornelius Lysaght
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
A WARM WELCOME TO TODAY'S OWNERS & TRAINERS
Today’s Owners & Trainers lounge is located in the Rusty Bridge restaurant overlooking the racecourse.
Complimentary tea, coffee & luncheon is available throughout the day (on production of the correct voucher) with a full pay bar and tote betting.
Susan Mackay is your dedicated hostess and here to help Owners throughout today.
The Syndicate Lounge is located in the Parade Ring Marquee, for those with pre-registered badges.
Complimentary tea, coffee & biscuits are available throughout the day with a full pay bar and tote betting.
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-
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor S Br
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.
You must be 18 or over to place a bet
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
Peer Support
Safe Haven
Support After Suicide
Community Groups
Community Support
Housing in Mind
Counselling
Link Work
Family & Friends
Training Every penny raised for Herefordshire Mind, stays in Herefordshire. We offer
Herefordshire Mind treat you as a human. They helped me externalise some of the things I’d been feeling. I’ve grown massively since working with them.
We believe no one should have to face a mental health problem alone. We’re here for you, whether you’re stressed, depressed or worried about someone else. We’ll listen, give support, and fight your corner.
FIRST RACE 4.22
THREE MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (3M 1F 44YDS) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE SIGERIC LTD NOVICES’HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £8900 x Owners Prize Money 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights raised 8lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): C Longsdon (12 wins from 63 runners, 19%) runs JULLOU DE GRISSAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Snowden (5 wins from 21 runners, 24%) runs MAXIMUM OFFERS LONGEST TRAVELLER: MAXIMUM OFFERS trained by J Snowden, Lambourn, 77 miles.
Only the 3 runners, and with question marks surrounding 2 of them, it may pay to side with point winner JULLOU DE GRISSAY on chasing debut.
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(91)612-343
B g Getaway (GER) - Gaye Lady (IRE)
7 11-13
Gavin Sheehan
L H & A Snowden & Mr J E Snowden Jamie Snowden, Lambourn Br Knocktartan House Stud BetVictor S TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdle winner at Huntingdon (2m) last spring Seemed unsuited by step up in trip when third of 8 in novice handicap chase at Wincanton (25f, soft) in first-time cheekpieces when last seen in January, weakening when bad mistake last. TFRHHHII BHA108
2 JULLOUDEGRISSAY(FR)(24)324140
B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Ninon de Grissay (FR)
7 11-12
Sam Twiston-Davies
The Galloping Dentist at 45 The Green Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
TIMEFORM VIEW Overall profile is modest, finishing a well-beaten second of 4 in handicap chase at Huntingdon (23.6f, good to soft, 9/1) 12 days ago. The first-time blinkers need to sharpen her up TFRHHIII BHA97
2025: A DEFINITE GETAWAY (IRE) 7 11 7 James Bowen 5-2 (Peter & Michael Bowen) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 3 Blinkers worn first time by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2.
Probable S.P’s: 8-11 Maximum Offers (IRE), 9-4 Moonlit Potter (GB), 13-2 Jullou de Grissay (FR)
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
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.
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
Sowing the seeds of success
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE AWARD LEAGUE STANDINGS AFTER 6TH APRIL AT THE END OF THE 25/26 SEASON THE OVERALL YARD WINNER WILL RECEIVE A BUMPER HAMPER OF PRODUCTS & OVERALL INDIVIDUAL TO RECEIVE £100 CASH PRIZE!
SARAH JAYNE DAVIES RACING - 11 WINS 1
2 SHEILA LEWIS RACING - 8 WINS
3 4 MEL ROWLEY RACING - 7 WINS
CHRISTIAN WILLIAMS RACING - 5 WINS
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE AWARD OVERALL INDIVIDUAL LEADERBOARD S NDINGS AFTER 6TH APRIL RYAN BRADFORD 11 WINS (Sarah-Jayne Davies Racing) JOHN WILCOX 5 WINS (Christian Williams Racing) STAN 1 2 3 CHLOE MILLS 8 WINS (Sheila Lewis Racing)
SECOND RACE 4.57
TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 147YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE ACRE ACCOUNTANCY
CONDITIONAL
JOCKEYS’HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £6150 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. A
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): F O’Brien (9 wins from 88 runners, 10%) runs BRAVE MOVE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (7 wins from 28 runners, 25%) runs BRAVE MOVE LONGEST TRAVELLER: IAMYOUARE trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 86 miles.
Strong in the market when runner-up on handicap bow, MAESTRO DU MESNIL can prove that confidence wasn’t misplaced. Churchman is knocking on the door but may again give second best to a less-exposed rival. Brave Move returns off a career-best effort and completes the shortlist
1 GEORDIESBETTY(GB)(20)UP-3423
6 12-0
Br m Geordieland (FR) - En Reve Luke Scott
Mr Steve Atkinson Kevin Bishop, Bridgwater
Br Mrs Louise Munnis Home Farm Holiday Park S
TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t improve right away for the switch to a handicap/longer trip when third of 7 at Fontwell last time, and though lightly raced, her record is one of consistency more than progression thus far. TFRHHHII BHA99
2
TARAITI(GB)
(12)045656
8 11-12
Ch g Sixties Icon - Royal Warranty Oscar Palmer (3)
Mr David Gibbons Barry Brennan, Lambourn
Br Mr & Mrs C. Bonner K & M (Hauliers) Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to fire for new stable and hopes are pinned on the return of a visor (fitted for 3 of his 4 victories for previous yard). TFRHHIII BHA97
3 IAMYOUARE(IRE)(32)5035
Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Christina (IRE)
6 11-12
William Maggs (3)
The Taking Part Racing Club Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Paramount Farms Bluegrass Horse Feeds S TIMEFORM VIEW Easy to back when fifth of 6 on handicap debut at Market Rasen last time and probably needs a bit more respite from the handicapper TFRHHIII BHA97
4 BRAVEMOVE(IRE)(126)360-403
7 11-4
B g Getaway (GER) - Water Rock Fern O’Brien (3)
Double Barrels Of Courage Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Joseph and Anthony Smiddy BresBet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran his best race for a step up in trip when third of 16 in a competitive handicap at Taunton (3m) last December, and while back down in distance here, he needs considering with stable going well TFRHHHHI BHA89
5
MAESTRODUMESNIL(FR)(46)442BF 4 11-4
Ro g Goliath Du Berlais (FR) - Cry For You (FR) Ned Fox
C & C Boultbee Brooks Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope
Br Mme Henri Devin Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 4-y-o made more impact than previously when well-backed runner-up on handicap debut at Ffos Las (2m) Needs to brush up on his jumping but this longer trip will help, and he’s fancied to go one better TFRHHHHH BHA99
6 CHURCHMAN(GB)(19)363522
8 10-8
B g Dunaden (FR) - Pickersleigh (IRE) Jay Tidball
Mr Mervyn Jones Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Br Mervyn Jones Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden chased home a low-mileage sort over C&D before bumping into another progressive one at Stratford last time, and he’s likely to give another good account here. TFRHHHHI BHA79
7 SHESUPINCOURT(GB)(64)5403P5D
B m Court Cave (IRE) - Supreme Cove
9 10-2
Paddy Hanlon
Mr Nick Price Ryan Potter, Sellack
Br A. W. Buller
TIMEFORM VIEW Inconsistent
1-2-3:
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
8 CHOSENBAE(IRE)(70)006034D
B m Mount Nelson - Winding Bae (IRE)
Mr Nick Price
Br Kedrah House Stud
7 10-2
Freddie Mitchell
Ryan Potter, Sellack
TIMEFORM VIEW Struggling for form this season, faring no better for the switch to fences at Lingfield in early-February. TFRHHIII BHA69
2025: POOROLDMACKLEY (IRE) 6 10 5 Isabel Williams 4-6 (Evan Williams) 7 ran
Visor worn by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 5, 7. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 8.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6, 7.
Stewards Note:
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
MAESTRO DU MESNIL: Following its run on 1/3/2026 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly
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THIRD RACE 5.30
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 53YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE
RICHARD LAYTON 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) 1 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): B Pauling (11 wins from 54 runners, 20%) runs CRYSTAL DAYS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (5 wins from 48 runners, 10%) runs LATIN LONGEST TRAVELLER: LATIN trained by J Owen, Newmarket, 158 miles.
It could be worth chancing the returning FIDENDUM. The son of Passing Glance found only recent Aintree winner Wellington Arch too strong at Market Rasen 408 days ago and a similar performance may suffice. Crystal Days and Gallant Lion are others of interest
no horse
1
Gr g Camelot - Moonrise Landing (IRE)
Lilly Pinchin Mill House Racing Syndicate
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Oak Hill Stud Mill House Racing Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicapper at best on the Flat but has struggled for form since the autumn, fifth of 10 in 1 3/4m handicap at Wolverhampton on latest outing 10 days ago. Has enough to prove on hurdling debut. TFRHHIII BHA-
2 AMERICANEMPIRE(IRE)(169)31-6324
B g Australia - Rivers of Babylon (IRE)
Thomas Fearn
6 11-4
Theo Gillard
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Exors of the late Mr G J Freyne Bluegrass Horse Feeds S TIMEFORMVIEWWon3-runnerbumperforDonCantillonayearagoandencouragementonfirst2outingsoverhurdles,secondof5innoviceatWarwick(winner also scored next 2 starts) in October. However, well held at Fakenham later the same month. Has had a breathing operation since. TFRHHHII BHA103
3 FIDENDUM(GB)(408)0/5432-
B g Passing Glance - Think of The Money
7 11-4
Nick Slatter (3)
Three Saints One Sinner David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold
Br G. Davies Pragnell S
TIMEFORMVIEWHeadstronginbumpersandhasshapedsimilarlyin2startsoverhurdles,stillrunningtoafairlevelwhensecondof7innoviceatMarketRasen in March last year, the winner and third now useful handicappers Off 13 months but could be capable of better TFRHHHHI BHA108
4 GALLANTLION(GB)
(196)45-
Gr g Roaring Lion (USA) - Lysanda (GER)
6 11-4
Liam Harrison
GL Racing Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br The Lysanda Partnership TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulhandicapperatbestontheFlatwhoshowedaptitudeforhurdlinginamaiden/noviceforthisyardinFebruarylastyear Campaigned back on the level since, but ended 2025 on a low-key note and off 6 months ahead of return to hurdles TFRHHHII BHA-
5 GOODFORYOU(FR)(79)25-506P 5 11-4
B g Manatee - Souri des Champs (FR) Ciaran Gethings
Bien Pour Vous
Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton
Br S.C.E.A. Haras Du Honguenet Culverhill Farm Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-upinaWincantonmaidenonsecondstartand,afteracoupleoflessereffortsthisseason,backontrackinblinkerswhensixthof12in handicap at the same course on Boxing Day. Pulled up at Chepstow (19.5f) next time, though. Headgear left off back down in trip TFRHHHII BHA97
6 HOPJES(SAF)(33)04-UP 7 11-4
B g Gimmethegreenlight (AUS) - Mocha Special (SAF)
Robin Dickin Racing Club
James Best
Harriet Dickin, Midford
Br Wilgerbosdrift & Mauritzfontein Clay Street Property Consultants, Kissing It Better S
TIMEFORMVIEWLittlepromise in bumpers/on the Flat before failing to complete in 2 outings overhurdles in November Back on thelevelsince,placed in a minor event at Southwell on penultimate start but it’s still just modest form. Blinkers on for first time in this sphere TFRHHIII BHA-
7 LATIN(IRE)(9)0- 5 11-4
B g No Nay Never (USA) - Hazakiyra (IRE) Jonathan Burke GTS Racing James Owen, Newmarket
Br Lynch Bages Ltd
TIMEFORM
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
8
CRYSTALDAYS(GB)(26)51-342PD
B m Diamond Boy (FR) - Bitumen Belle (IRE)
Mrs S. Lee and Mr E. Lee
6 10-11
Callum Pritchard (3)
Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Mill House Stud & Mr N. Farrell Fitzdares S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who, away from soft ground for the first time over hurdles, improved when runner-up in a Catterick novice in December After 11 weeks off (had a second breathing operation), pulled up on handicap debut at Kelso last time, but she’s capable of getting involved. TFRHHHHI BHA103
9
GAELICSAINT(GB)(26)20-2460 5 10-11
B m Saint des Saints (FR) - Gaelic Joy (FR)
Hot To Trot Jumping and DahlBury
Br Simon Davies
Tom Symonds, Hentland
Hot To Trot Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWPlacedtwicefrom3startsinbumpersandhasshownfairformoverhurdles,runningwellfast-trackedintoahandicapwhensixthof12atMarket Rasen (20.6f) in February Lesser effort upped in grade at Newbury last time, but she’s a major player in maiden company. TFRHHHHH BHA107
10 ARCTICVOYAGE(GB)
(38)24P3P
Gr g Kingman - Maglietta Fina (IRE)
4 10-10
Harry Reed
Staverton Owners Group Michael Blake, Trowbridge
Br Scuderia Archi Romani
TIMEFORMVIEWFormwentthewrongwayontheFlatlastyearbuthasshownabilityoverhurdles,leavingbehindalessereffortwhenthirdinjuvenileatMusselburgh on New Year’s Day. Looked rusty on stable debut when pulled up at Taunton last month, so this run should reveal more. TFRHHHII BHA103
11
(11)
Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Marenko
If only partnership
4 10-10
Tom Bellamy
David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold
Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited Retraining of Racehorses, Pragnell S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest 1 1/4m handicap winner on the Flat, trained by James Owen final 2 starts last season. After 7 months off, possibly needed the run upped to 1 1/2m when eighth of 10 at Southwell on stable debut 11 days ago Now switches to hurdles TFRHHIII BHA-
12 BOWLINGSHANE(IRE)(14)00
B g Australia - Ultra Appeal (IRE)
4 10-10
Richard Patrick
C & C Boultbee Brooks Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope
Br China Horse Club Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in 4 starts on the Flat for Kevin Philippart De Foy in 2025, but well held in 2 outings over hurdles for current yard Needs another run for a handicap mark TFRHHIII BHA-
13 HELLION(IRE)(20)0P
B g Magna Grecia (IRE) - Lady Cedar (IRE)
Owners Group 156
4 10-10
William Maggs (3)
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Camas Park Owners Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Third in 2 novices (both at around 1 1/4m) on the Flat last year for Brian Meehan. However, tailed off on hurdling/stable debut and pulled up in maiden at Wetherby 20 days ago. Has had a breathing operation. TFRHIIII BHA-
14
DINKYSROSE(GB)(28)00
4 10-3
B f Jack Hobbs - Hijran (IRE) Lee Edwards
Andyfreight Holdings Limited Henry Oliver, Kinnersley
Br Andyfreight Holdings Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Well beaten in a Stratford bumper on debut and, after 5 months off, was always behind sent hurdling when tenth of 12 in maiden at Ludlow in March TFRHIIII BHA-
2025: MILITARY ALLIANCE (IRE) 6 11 4 Paul O’Brien 7-2 (Harry Derham) 12 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Hood worn by No 7. Blinkers worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 8. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 2, 13.
Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Fidendum (GB), 3-1 Crystal Days (GB), 5-1 Arctic Voyage (GB), 8-1 American Empire (IRE), Latin (IRE), 10-1 Gallant Lion (GB), Good ForYou (FR), 14-1 Backer Bilk (GB), 20-1 AlexThe Great (IRE), Bowling Shane (IRE), 33-1 Hopjes (SAF), 50-1 Hellion (IRE),Dinkys Rose (GB)
FOURTH RACE 6.00
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2M 4F 194YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE KELTRUCK LTD HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3)
(GBB RACE)
Total prize fund
£11700 x Owners Prize Money 1st £4726, 2nd £2362, 3rd £1182, 4th £591, 5th £295. (PenaltyValue £6178.77) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of theWeights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): P Nicholls (20 wins from 58 runners, 34%) runs INSURRECTION TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Nicholls (8 wins from 39 runners, 21%) runs INSURRECTION
WEIGHTWATCHER: NUMITOR won off a handicap mark of 138, his rating is now down 8lb to 130. LONGEST TRAVELLER: SHERBORNE trained by J Tizzard, Sherborne, 95 miles.
SHERBORNE finds himself on a career-high mark on the back of last month’s Ascot success but such was the manner of that victory he is taken to follow up. Chepstow scorer Black Hawk Eagle rates the chief threat.
B g Getaway (GER) - Rock In The Park (IRE)
Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Insurrect
Harry Cobden
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Br Tommy Newton Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWDualwinneroverhurdles andbetterformsentchasinglastseason.RanuptobestwhenthirdatMusselburghonreturnearlierthis year and sights significantly lowered here after finishing down the field in Kim Muir last time. Cheekpieces on first time. TFRHHHII BHA138
2
NUMITOR(GB)
(12)1P-PP4PD
Gr g Schiaparelli (GER) - Just Popsy
Mr Paul G. Jacobs and Wetumpka Racing
12 11-6
James Bowen
Heather Main, Wantage
Br Mr & Mrs James Main Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 veterans’ events last term but proved largely disappointing in 4 starts this season. Given a chance by the handicapper but is hard to recommend with confidence. TFRHHIII BHA130
3 COASTGUARDSTATION(IRE)(26)344106D
Ch g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Shuruwaat (IRE)
CatchTwentyTwo,Andyfreight HoldingsLtd
Br Michael O’Sullivan
10 11-1
Bryan Carver
Henry Oliver, Kinnersley
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed something of a gamble when seen to good effect upped to this sort of trip at Market Rasen in September Not been in same form either start since but can’t be ruled out here TFRHHHII BHA125
4 BLACKHAWKEAGLE(IRE)(32)2-02631C
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Nimboo (USA)
The Eagles
8 10-13
Conor O’Farrell
Kerry Lee, Presteigne
Br Vimal and Gillian Khosla Kerry Lee, Kerry Lee S
TIMEFORM VIEW Flat/hurdles winner who belatedly confirmed the promise of his fencing bow when taking 3-runner handicap chase (11/10) at Chepstow (2m, good to soft) 32 days ago Just 3lb higher here and looks worth a crack at this longer trip TFRHHHHI BHA123
5
SHERBORNE(IRE)
(18)342311D
B g Getaway (GER) - Luck of The Deise (IRE)
10 10-13
Freddie Gingell
Geoff Kennington and Geoff Nicholas Joe Tizzard, Sherborne
Br Mrs E. A. Pendarves Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to winning ways at Exeter last month and backed that up when easily landing 5-runner handicap chase over this trip at Ascot (good) 18 days ago. 8lb higher now but another bold bid looks assured. TFRHHHHH BHA123
5
1,
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3. Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Black Hawk Eagle (IRE), 2-1 Sherborne (IRE), 11-2 Insurrection (IRE), 8-1 Coastguard Station (IRE), 14-1 Numitor (GB)
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FIFTH RACE 6.30
THREE MILES ABOUT ONE AND A HALF FURLONGS (3M 1F 119YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE ROBERT HOWELL 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) Weights lowered 4lb.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): K Bailey & M Nicholls (6 wins from 42 runners, 14%) runs COURT IN A STORM TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K Bailey & M Nicholls (1 win from 9 runners, 11%) runs COURT IN A STORM LONGEST TRAVELLER: QUEENS VENTURE trained by D Summersby, Kellacott, 170 miles.
Not a race for strong convictions but GOLD FOR ALEC gets the vote upped in trip following a more encouraging effort at Chepstow. Court In A Storm is 1-1 here and should be in the mix if in similar form to last time
B m Westerner - Bobbi’s Venture (IRE)
Bryan Carver little acres racing Dean Summersby, Kellacott
Br Pat Moore
TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time winner for Dan Skelton who did all she could when third on stable debut at Newcastle in November but followed it up with a shocker at Chepstow the following month. Down 3lb and has won when fresh TFRHHHII BHA116
2 COURTINASTORM(IRE)(25)
11-1F04C
B g Court Cave (IRE) - Aimigayle
7 11-9
Tom Bellamy Park View Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham
Br Crawford-Smith Family & Suzy Smith
Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner made a successful start over hurdles at this track last spring, and though he’s stood relatively little racing since, his comeback fourth in a competitive handicap at Exeter puts him in with a chance. TFRHHHHI BHA115
3 BLOCKROCKINBEATS(IRE)(49)5-04100
B g Sageburg (IRE) - Blond Lucy (IRE)
Saltare Equus Partners
Br Kieran Egan
7 11-8
Gavin Sheehan
Oliver Signy, Lambourn
Oliver Signy Racing Llp S
TIMEFORMVIEW Near-useful bumper winner who following a breakthrough hurdle success at Lingfield, reverted to his error-strewn ways at Newbury before finishing tamely at Wetherby in late-February Has had a breathing operation since and also has a tongue strap fitted now. TFRHHHII BHA114
4 I’MASTARMAN(GB)(148)500304C
Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Strathtay
Mr Mark Rimell
Br Mrs M. R. T. Rimell
13 11-6
Callum Pritchard (3)
Mark Rimell, Witney
TIMEFORM VIEW Eight-time hurdle winner (including at this track) who despite his advancing years, finished last year on a high when a close fourth in a 9-runner handicap at Warwick. TFRHHHII BHA112
5 GOLDFORALEC(FR)(14)340PP3
Ch g Planteur (IRE) - Gold For Tina (FR)
Gun Dog Gin Limited
Br Pascale Sels & Isabelle Sels
6 11-3
Ben Poste
Tom Symonds, Hentland
Gun Dog Gin Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran by far his most encouraging race since his reappearance when third of 10 at Chepstow last time, shaping as though well worth a go over this much longer trip, and he makes appeal in a less competitive handicap TFRHHHHH BHA109
6 GRANGECLAREDIEGO(IRE)(32)3331-P6
B g Mount Nelson - Burkes Lady (IRE)
8 11-2
Harry Cobden
Mr J. B. Wallwin Jonathan Barlow, Cropwell Bishop
Br Grangeclare Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Things haven’t gone right for this dual point winner since opening his Rules account at Market Rasen last season, shaping as though amiss on return to that track last time. Does at least benefit from Harry Cobden taking over. TFRHHIII BHA108
2025:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Tongue Strap worn first time by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 3. Stewards Note: BLOCK ROCKIN BEATS: Following its run on 26/2/2026 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly late-on.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Gold For Alec (FR), 3-1 Court In A Storm (IRE), 9-2 Block Rockin Beats (IRE), 7-1 Queens Venture (IRE), 8-1 I’m A Starman (GB), 9-1 Grangeclare Diego (IRE)
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SIXTH RACE 7.00
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 53YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE BURCOMBE CONSTRUCTION LTD 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) Weights lowered 3lb.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): F O’Brien (9 wins from 88 runners, 10%) runs SUN ART TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F O’Brien (7 wins from 28 runners, 25%) runs SUN ART
LONGEST TRAVELLER: DIYAKEN trained by J & S Best, Lewes, 170 miles.
WILD GOOSE looks a solid proposition in this grade, and he’s narrowly preferred to potential improver Red Rubio. The Fergal O’Brien yard is among the winners and that brings Sun Art into play, too.
colours no horse age st lb
1 DIYAKEN(FR)(24)1/2//-3
B g Goken (FR) - Dovima (IRE)
8 11-13
Richie McLernon Milldean Racing Syndicate
Br Haras de Sainte Gauburge
Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes
TIMEFORMVIEWDebut French hurdle winner/runner-up sole start for Gary Moore. Switched to a handicap by new yard following 3 1/2 years off and showed most of his ability remains when third (behind Wild Goose) at Kempton. A slight niggle that he bled on that occasion but still unexposed. TFRHHHII BHA117
2 WILDGOOSE(IRE)(24)2-U5142DBF
B g Yeats (IRE) - Poppy Come Running (IRE)
6 11-11
Aamilah Aswat (10)
Mrs Marion Hudson Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham
Br H. J. Fitzsimons & Smarden Thoroughbreds Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bolted up on handicap debut at Ludlow and returned to form in slightly calmer waters when chasing home a well-treated one at Kempton last time. Similar performance could see him resume winning ways. TFRHHHHH BHA115
3
THETIDETURNS(GB)(161)00F/0/-PPD
Ch g Sea The Moon (GER) - Red Roxanne
8 11-10
Lewis Stones (3)
Stephen Allen Stephen Allen, Chipping Norton
Br El Catorce Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up both starts for new yard at the end of last year and has plenty to prove on return. TFRHIIII BHA114
4 BENVOY(IRE)(41)6001PPD
B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Mont Etoile (IRE)
5 11-10
Gavin Sheehan
These Girls Can Syndicate Jo Davis, East Garston
Br D. L. O’Byrne Equissistant Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Seemingly had plenty in his favour when winning at Huntingdon in December and having pulled up both starts since, it’s hard to be confident that a change of headgear will spark a revival. TFRHHIII BHA114
5 FIGHTMYFIRE(IRE)(29)U134P4
B g Vadamos (FR) - Truly Magnificent (USA)
The Colin Tizzard Racing Club
5 11-3
Brendan Powell
Joe Tizzard, Sherborne
Br Declan Donohoe Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t kicked on from last season’s long-odds Ffos Las win but did shape as though better for the run when fourth of 6 in a similar race here last time.
6
(28)51-3453DBF
B g Masked Marvel - Lexus du Charmil (FR)
TFRHHHII BHA107
Jonathan Burke
Imperial Racing Partnership Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Mrs Guilhaine Le Borgne BresBet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to build on a promising Ludlow novice win at the end of last season, looking far from a natural in a couple of starts over fences more recently. Makes just his second handicap hurdle start here, though, with stable in good form to boot. TFRHHHHI BHA107
7 GREYSKIES(IRE)(137)311306D 10 11-3
Gr g Cloudings (IRE) - Garden Heaven (IRE)
Thomas Fearn
Theo Gillard
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Donal Casey Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice in a fairly productive summer jumping campaign last year, though returns with something to prove, having again finished well beaten at Carlisle last November
TFRHHIII BHA107
1-2-3: 1.WILD GOOSE (IRE) 2.RED RUBIO (IRE) 3.SUN ART (FR)
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(36)1-44
Ch g Sumbal (IRE) - Alexander Divine
5 11-2
Richard Patrick C & C Boultbee Brooks
Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope
Br Thomas Maher Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful sole start in Irish points and having shown ability to finish fourth at Market Rasen (solid form) and Huntingdon in a pair of hurdles, remains open to improvement now making a quick switch to a handicap. TFRHHHHI BHA106
9 PHOENIXRISEN(GB)(41)36-3215D
Ch g Conduit (IRE) - Tchatchacoya (FR)
Mike & Maggie Horton
9 11-2
Chad Bament (7)
Jeremy Scott, Dulverton
Br Mrs Hylda Mills Brendon Powerwashers S
TIMEFORM VIEW Undone by a rise in the weights when bidding to follow up his Taunton success at Exeter last time, finishing fifth of 10, and he may need further respite from the handicapper TFRHHHII BHA106
2025: GOBLET OF FIRE 5 11 9 James Bowen 4-1 (Nicky Henderson) 11 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 4. Blinkers worn by No 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 3, 4, 7.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3.
Stewards Note:
DIYAKEN: Following its run on 23/3/2026 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled GREY SKIES: Following its run on 30/11/2025 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Wild Goose (IRE), 9-2 Red Rubio (IRE), 5-1 Sun Art (FR), 11-2 Diyaken (FR), 7-1 Fight My Fire (IRE), 9-1 Phoenix Risen (GB), 20-1 Grey Skies (IRE), 28-1 Benvoy (IRE), 300-1 The Tide Turns (GB)
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SEVENTH RACE 7.30
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M 53YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD
THE WYE VALLEY METALS OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (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): J & A O’Neill (20 wins from 88 runners, 23%) runs HERCULES HONOUR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J & A O’Neill (5 wins from 34 runners, 15%) runs HERCULES HONOUR LONGEST TRAVELLER: SKY GROVE trained by L Horsfall, Towcester, 87 miles.
MY MATE AJ was a shade disappointing at Lingfield last time but is well worth another chance based on the strength of his debut form. Oykel Bridge must enter calculations following an improved effort at Haydock, while Sky Grove makes some appeal on this switch to Rules having bumped into the promising Cosmic Connection on the second of his 2 starts in Irish points
B g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Cobbler’s Gold (IRE) Rian Corcoran (5)
Ms L Ward Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
Br Philip Heskin
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed little on last month’s debut at Chepstow Hood goes on TFRHIIII BHA-
TIMEFORM VIEW Jack Hobbs gelding. Dam (c140/h113) 2 1/2m-25f hurdle/chase winner Needs a market check for a yard that does well in this sphere. Wears tongue strap. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 JIMSANTIAGOBOWIE(GB)(49)0
B g Frontiersman - Psychosis
5 11-6
James Davies
Juliet E Reed Mr M Truan Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn
Br The Woodhaven Stud High View Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at ability when well held in bumper at Taunton on debut in February TFRHHIII BHA-
4 KAPPADESMOTTES(GB)(57)5
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Urticaire (FR)
Mr Michael Baker
5 11-6
Ned Fox (3)
Tom Symonds, Hentland
Br Goldford Stud Gun Dog Gin Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW £65,000 Kapgarde gelding who hinted at ability at Southwell on debut in February. Probably more one for the longer term TFRHHIII BHA-
5 MYMATEAJ(IRE)(87)34
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Putland’s Bridge (IRE)
5 11-6
Callum Pritchard (3)
Basher Watts Racing NH Syndicates Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Russet House Farm Ltd Star Sports Bet S
TIMEFORMVIEW Produced a promising first effort when third in 11-runner Southwell bumper in November, travelling well and looking the likely winner for most of the home straight Failed to build on that at Lingfield 10 weeks later but worth another chance. TFRHHHHH BHA-
6 OYKELBRIDGE(IRE)(42)33
B g Zoffany (IRE) - Amber Morning
5 11-6
Tom Bellamy
Lady Richard Wellesley Alan King, Barbury Castle
Br Lady Richard Wellesley Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Zoffany colt who improved on debut form when third in 10-runner bumper at Haydock (15.6f) 6 weeks ago, despite showing a quirky side Must enter the reckoning. TFRHHHHI BHA-
7 SKYGROVE(IRE)(88)62 5 11-6
B g Order of St George (IRE) - Scarlet Sky (IRE) Kevin Brogan
Mrs Heather Kemp Laura Horsfall, Towcester
Br Enbarr Equine Ltd Abacus Securities Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Order of St George gelding. Brother to fair hurdler Nitty Gritty, and half-brother to bumper winner Lionnar Bumped into a promising rival on the second of 2 starts in Irish points (Jan 18), so worth a market check ahead of Rules debut Hood fitted. TFRHHHII BHA-
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8
THEHOSTAGE(FR)
(46)6
B g Nom de d’La (FR) - Miss Chic’vindecy (FR)
Menir La Voie
Br Ecurie Haras Des Beaux & Mme Martine Bon
5 11-6
James Bowen
Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn
Warren Greatrex Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a bit when sixth of 12 in bumper at Huntingdon on debut last month, unable to sustain effort. Entitled to build on that. TFRHHHII BHA-
9 TOMMYTIPA(GB)(-)
B g Frammassone (IRE) - Talent To Amuse (IRE)
The Tommy Tippers
5 11-6
Jack Andrews
Sara Bradstock, Wantage
Br Marcus Collie Equimedia Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Frammassone gelding. Dam (h124), 2m/17f hurdle winner (stayed 23f), also 11.5f winner on Flat, half-sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (2m winner) Baby King. TFRHHHII BHA-
10
AUTUMNAIR(GB)
(38)0
Ch g Planteur (IRE) - Midnight Air
4 10-12
Charlie Deutsch
Mrs Peter Badger James Evans, Kinnersley
Br Mrs P. Badger The Little Jet Company Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made little appeal on paper and shaped in kind on last month’s debut at Stratford.
11
BOUNDFORGLORY(GB)
(85)4
B g Circus Maximus (IRE) - Khismet
Mr Mel Mathias
TFRHHIII BHA-
4 10-12
Ciaran Gethings
Robert Stephens, Caldicot
Br Mel Mathias Centre Great Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Circus Maximus gelding who possibly found the test too much (Flat-bred) when fourth in 9-runner bumper at Catterick (15.7f) on debut in January, no extra final 1f TFRHHHII BHA-
12 RIGHTROYALRASCAL(IRE)(-)
4 10-12
B or Br g Maxios - Royal Claret Ben Poste
Mr Mark Green Tom Symonds, Hentland
Br Mr Eamonn Bracken Gun Dog Gin Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWMaxiosgelding.Dam(c100/h110),25f/31/4mhurdlewinner,closelyrelatedtofairlyusefulhurdle/usefulchasewinner(stayed3m)Taradaand useful hurdler (stayed 21f) Marada out of fairly useful hurdle/chase winner up to 3m Kerada Bred more for stamina than speed TFRHHHII BHA-
2025: RACE TO BASE (IRE) 5 11 6 Sam Twiston-Davies 11-10 (Nigel Twiston-Davies) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Hood worn first time by No 1, 7. Tongue Strap worn first time by No 2. Running for the first time since Gelding No 2, 9, 12. Stewards Note:
HE’S TAILOR MADE: Following its run on 15/3/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free MY MATE AJ: Following its run on 19/1/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 My Mate Aj (IRE), 7-2 Oykel Bridge (IRE), 15-2 Hercules Honour (GB), 10-1 Sky Grove (IRE), 11-1 The Hostage (FR), 14-1 Bound For Glory (GB), 16-1 Tommy Tipa (GB), 20-1 Right Royal Rascal (IRE), 22-1 Kappa des Mottes (GB), 66-1 Jim Santiago Bowie (GB), Autumn Air (GB), 200-1 He’s Tailor Made (IRE)
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 4.22 - THE SIGERIC LTD 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, and the third £1081. 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 £44 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 14th. Penalties, after April 4th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb Sigeric Ltd have kindly sponsored this race and will present a momento to the winning owner, in addition they 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 8 entries, at £44. - Closed April 10th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights raised 8lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
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Second Race 4.57 - THE ACRE ACCOUNTANCY CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ 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 0-100. Enter by noon, April 10th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 14th. Penalties, after April 4th, 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 April 13th, 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 Acre Accountancy have kindly sponsored this race and will present a momento to the winning owner In addition they 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 13 entries at £30. - Closed April 10th, 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. A SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE
Third Race 5.30 - THE RICHARD LAYTON 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 maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, April 10th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 14th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 4lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb The Richard Layton Charity have kindly sponsored this race and will present a momento to the winning owner In addition they 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 20 entries at £50.Closed April 10th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446) 1 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
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Fourth Race 6.00 - THE KELTRUCK LTD HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6178 to the winning horse The second to receive £2843, the third £1421, the fourth £711 and the fifth £354. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £58 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £47 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 14th. Penalties, after April 4th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb Keltruck Ltd have kindly sponsored this race and will present a momento to the winning connections In addition they will also give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 8 entries, at £58. - Closed April 10th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4726; Second £2362; Third £1182; Fourth £591; Fifth £295. (Penalty Value £6178.77) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable
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Fifth Race 6.30 - THE ROBERT HOWELL 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 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £38 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 14th. Penalties, after April 4th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb Robert Howell has kindly sponsored this race and will present a momento to the winning connections In addition they will also give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 13 entries, at £38. - Closed April 10th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3110; Second £1555; Third £778; Fourth £389; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37) Weights lowered 4lbs SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE
Sixth Race 7.00 -THE BURCOMBE CONSTRUCTION LTD 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 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £38 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £38 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. April 14th. Penalties, after April 4th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Burcombe Construction Ltd have kindly sponsored this race and will present a momento to the winning owner, in addition they 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 17 entries, at £38. - Closed April 10th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3110; Second £1555; Third £778; Fourth £389; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37) Weights lowered 3lb
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Seventh Race 7.30 - THE WYE VALLEY METALS OPEN MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (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 maiden four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, April 10th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 14th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 12lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 6lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb The Riders’Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race Wye Valley Metals have kindly sponsored this race and will present a momento to the winning owner In addition they also 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 19 entries at £22. - Closed April 10th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)
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Professional Jockeys (including Apprentice and Conditionals)
