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MONDAY 19 JANUARY
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B g Sadler’s Wells (USA) - Free At Last R. Walford Mr Anthony Knott R. H. Alner, Blandford Br Gerald W. Leigh
The Fund For Epilepsy S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won four hurdle races from 2m 1f to 3m on good to firm ground. Finished about 23l behind Nick’s Choice when fourth of 10 at 3-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Newton Abbot over 2m 6f (good) in April. TFR HHHHI BHA93
Star Ratings Explained
Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:
HHHHH Selected to win the race
HHHHI Good chance of being placed HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims
OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED
HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope HIIII 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 non-handicaps 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.
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ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) (AWT) FOR FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD
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OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CATEGORY 1 ELIMINATION) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £4500 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £1878, 2nd £939, 3rd £469, 4th £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): O Murphy (20 wins from 76 runners, 26%) runs BROKEN VOW TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): B Pauling (5 wins from 24 runners, 21%) runs MY MATE AJ LONGEST TRAVELLER: MY MATE AJ trained by B Pauling, Naunton, 147 miles.
A smallish field for this opening bumper but still an interesting race MY MATE AJ shaped encouragingly on his debut and gets the vote, although strong market support for Paul Nicholls newcomer Le Cold Grey would put a slightly different slant on things. Irish point recruit Itsinthename would also firmly enter the reckoning should the betting speak in his favour
B g Order of St George (IRE) - Royal Queen (IRE) (Royal Anthem (USA)) Sam Twiston-Davies Mr D. M. Proos Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Br Killian Traynor Courtiers Investment Services Limited TIMEFORM VIEW £70,000 purchase after finishing third in an Irish point in October. Joined a yard no stranger to bumper success. It’ll be interesting to see what the betting makes of him. TFRHHHII BHA-
2 LE COLD GREY (FR) (-)
5 11-2
Gr g Cokoriko (FR) - Athena du Mesnil (FR) (Al Namix (FR)) Harry Cobden
The Brooks & Stewart Families
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Br Ecurie Cerdeval , Mme Valerie Aumont, Mr Morson Group
TIMEFORMVIEW€95,000Cokoriko gelding. Half-brother to bumper winner/17f hurdle winner in France Hardi du Mesnil and smart hurdler/very smart staying chaser Gaillard du Mesnil. Dam French bumper winner Appealing debutant from top yard. TFRHHHHI BHA-
3 MY MATE AJ (IRE) (66) 3 BF
5 11-2
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Putland’s Bridge (IRE) (Flemensfirth (USA)) Ben Jones
Basher Watts Racing NH Syndicates
Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Russet House Farm Ltd Star Sports Bet
TIMEFORMVIEW Promising first effort when third of 11 in Southwell bumper in November, travelling well and looking the likely winner for most of the home straight Looks sure to go well TFRHHHHH BHA-
4 KINGS WARDROBE (GB) (-)
B g King of Change - Colomone Cross (IRE) (Xaar)
4 10-3
Robert Dunne Jastar Capital Limited Jim Boyle, Epsom
Br Colomone Cross Partnership Jastar Capital Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW King of Change gelding Half-brother to smart 6f-7f winner Mums Tipple Hardly bred for this sort of trip but still needs monitoring in the betting on debut TFRHHIII BHA-
5 MOSCOW STAR (FR) (-)
4 10-3
B g Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Moscow Nights (FR) (Peintre Celebre (USA)) Gavin Sheehan
Adam & Clare Signy Oliver Signy, Lambourn
Br Isabelle Corbani, Tom Waugh Oliver Signy Racing Llp
TIMEFORMVIEWCloth of Stars gelding Half-brother to numerous winners, including multiple bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler Coquelicot and fairly useful hurdler Heartbreak City Dam, 13f winner Has had wind surgery (wears tongue strap) prior to this debut. TFRHHHII BHA-
6
BROKEN VOW (IRE) (-)
Ch f Decorated Knight - Brown Butterfly (Medicean)
Olly Murphy Racing Club
4 10-2
Sean Bowen
Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Mr K. Prendergast Betano
TIMEFORMVIEW7,000 gns 3-y-o. Decorated Knight half-sister to 4 winners on Flat, including 7f/1m winner Woodcock Flight Her leading stable has a very healthy 21% strike-rate in bumpers in the last 5 seasons. TFRHHHII BHA-
2025:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 My Mate Aj (IRE), 9-4 Le Cold Grey (FR), 9-2 Itsinthename (IRE), 8-1 Broken Vow (IRE), 15-1 Moscow Star (FR), 22-1 Kings Wardrobe (GB)
Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): G & J Moore (33 wins from 179 runners, 18%) runs CAYMAN DANCER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (7 wins from 46 runners, 15%) runs HOLEHEARTEDLY LONGEST TRAVELLER: UNJEU ROYAL trained by T Lacey, Woolhope, 152 miles.
CAYMAN DANCER did good work late on starting out for this yard when second on hurdles bow at Newbury last month and shades the vote over Wondering Why, who is capable of winning one of these judged on his placed efforts at Southwell and Huntingdon. Unjeu Royal stepped up on his hurdles debut when second at Huntingdon and is another to consider
1 BLAZING GADEN (GB) (34)
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B g Cityscape - Pleasant Piper (IRE) (Sholokhov (IRE))
5 11-8
Finn Lambert (3)
Mr Thomas Gaden D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
Br Mr T. Gaden
TIMEFORMVIEW Cityscape gelding who was pulled up in novice hurdle at Wincanton (15.2f, soft, 125/1) on NH debut 34 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA-
2 BLUEY BAY
(GB)
(48)
55
B g Harbour Law - Thornton Alice (Kayf Tara)
Serendipity Syndicate 2006
6 11-8
James Best
Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br Serendipity Syndicate 2006 FBC Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden 66/1, fifth of 9 in bumper at Southwell (15.8f, good to soft) 48 days ago. Makes hurdles debut TFRHIIII BHA-
3 FRAVANCO (GB) (37) 60//6-5
Ch g Proconsul - Meebo (IRE) (Captain Rio)
7 11-8
Marc Goldstein
Whytehall Partnership Michael Madgwick, Denmead
Br Mrs L. N. Harmes & Mr M. Willis The Injured Jockeys Fund
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair AW Flat winner and showed more than he had first time over hurdles when fifth at Lingfield, albeit just modest form TFRHHIII BHA-
4 GONE COUNTRY (IRE) (52) 42-40
B g Vadamos (FR) - Jerica (Bollin Eric)
6 11-8
Tabitha Worsley (3)
Mr Jack Holman Nick Gifford, Findon
Br Thistletown Stud Avtrade Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden 100/1, eleventh of 15 in novice hurdle at Newbury (16.3f, good to soft) 52 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA-
5 HELLO FORTUNE (IRE) (37) 23-12
6 11-8
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Hello Kitty (IRE) (Houmayoun (FR)) James Davies
Ham Manor Farms Ltd Nick Gifford, Findon
Br Mr W. T. Murphy Avtrade Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWSoldier of Fortune gelding who landed an Irish point in October. 11/1, second of 5 in novice hurdle at Lingfield (19.5f, good) on his NH debut 37 days ago. Flattered by proximity to winner there so needs to step forward. TFRHHIII BHA-
6 HOLEHEARTEDLY (IRE) (39) 6
Ch g Sea Moon - Nella di Monsone (Monsun (GER))
5 11-8
Harry Skelton
Mr J. Allday Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Hannah Watson & Stephen Lanigan O’Keeffe Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)
TIMEFORMVIEWSea Moon gelding Half-brother to 3 winners on Flat, including useful 11f/1 1/2m winner in Germany Nania Dam maiden on Flat in Germany Sixth of 12 in bumper (10/1) at Warwick (16f, soft) on NH debut 39 days ago, not knocked about Makes hurdles debut TFRHHIII BHA-
7 JAMADA (IRE) (77) 401-25 BF
B g Affinisea (IRE) - Sounds of Thunder (Tobougg (IRE))
6 11-8
James Bowen
Mick Fitzgerald Racing Syndicate 4 Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Godfrey Moylan Betano
TIMEFORMVIEWMuchimprovedwhenmakingthirdbumperstartawinningoneatNaasinApril,travellingwellandedgingahead inthefinal100yards Failedtoland the odds sent hurdling having transferred to a powerful yard at Sedgefield on return and shaped as if amiss at Plumpton 77 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA-
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KNIGHT TEMPLAR (FR) (330) 3/F-
6 11-8
B g Authorized (IRE) - Quatre Bleue (FR) (Cyborg (FR)) Harry Bannister
The Bellamy Quintet
Richard Bandey, Kingsclere
Br Mr Francois-Marie Cottin Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWAuthorized gelding Brother to fairly useful 2m hurdle winner Implicit, and half-brother to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser Full Back. Placed on first of 2 starts in Irish points, third when fell last on second one (Feb 2025). TFRHHIII BHA-
9 SENSE OF REASON (GB) (43) 4
B g Iffraaj - Sensibility (Halling (USA))
5 11-8
Tom Cannon
BCCS Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket
Br Promenade Bloodstock Limited Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 10f Flat winner who showed some promise when fourth of 10 in novice hurdle at Huntingdon (15.8f, soft) on NH debut 43 days ago. Can build on that but needs to TFRHHHII BHA-
10 SOMKIYR (FR) (35) 55
B g Zarak (FR) - Soriya (FR) (Azamour (IRE))
Adrian Lewers & Dan Shaw
5 11-8
Freddie Mitchell (3)
Andy Irvine, East Grinstead
Br Haras de S.A Aga Khan Scea Funnel Fuel
TIMEFORMVIEW Fair on the Flat (at up to 13f) in France but he has offered little after 12 months off in a pair of novice hurdle this winter. Hooded. TFRHIIII BHA-
11 TRAPPER JOHN (GB) (34) 5
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Apache Song (Mount Nelson)
Andrew McGladdery and Park Lodge Stables
5 11-8
Jack Quinlan
Harry Eustace, Newmarket
Br Andrew McGladdery Rank Interactive (Gibraltar) Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWFair maiden on the Flat and did enough to think he’ll reach a similar level as a hurdler at some point when fifth of 18 in at Wincanton (15.2f, soft, 25/1) on NH debut 34 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
12 UNJEU ROYAL (FR) (58) 1P-02 D BF
5 11-8
B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Une Voix Royale (FR) (Voix du Nord (FR)) Stan Sheppard
Mrs R. M. Serrell
Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Br Scea de La Petite Garde Galebreaker
TIMEFORMVIEW Bumper winner who posted a very good second of 11 in novice hurdle at Huntingdon (15.8f, soft) 58 days ago. Not taken lightly TFRHHHHI BHA-
13 WONDERING WHY (IRE) (43) 51-32 D
5 11-8
B g Sea Moon - Margarita (GER) (Lomitas) Ben Jones
Basher Watts Racing NH Syndicates 2
Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Mrs Orla Hughes Star Sports Bet
TIMEFORMVIEWBuilt on debut when making all in Huntingdon bumper in April. Left Richard Bandey after and promising start over hurdles when placed at Southwell/Huntingdon this season More to come and needs considering. TFRHHHHI BHA117
14 ZAMEK (FR) (24) 3-24
Gr g Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Zanatiya (FR) (Sinndar (IRE))
6 11-8
Sean Bowen
Neil Smith & Alfie Smith Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br S.C. Ecurie Altima Betano
TIMEFORMVIEWPromising third in a bumper for Paul Nicholls last season and shaped well again when runner-up on hurdle/stable debut over 2m at Lingfield on reappearance. Failed to build on that at Kempton next time but that was a stronger race TFRHHHHI BHA120
15 CONNIES HILL (IRE) (33) 3-100
B m Notnowcato - Rever Up (IRE) (Revoque (IRE))
6 11-1
Harry Reed
Barton & Camm Racing Nick Scholfield, Lambourn
Br Mr S. Wafer
Ralph Leonard Barton, RKBR Industrial Roofing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Off mark in Irish points at second attempt (May 2025) but showed little in bumper/ novice hurdle. TFRHIIII BHA-
16 CAYMAN
DANCER
(GB) (33) 2
B c Sea The Moon (GER) - Cay Dancer (Danehill Dancer (IRE))
Mrs B. Chantler
Br W. & R. Barnett Ltd
4 10-9
Caoilin Quinn
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWA fair 1m4f winner on the Flat in October for Charlie Johnston Made a promising start in this sphere when second of 10 in juvenile at Newbury (16.3f, good to soft, 11/2) 33 days ago, taking second late on Sure to improve and rates a big player TFRHHHHH BHA-
17 KENTUCKY RIVER (IRE) (23) 5 4 10-9
B g Camelot - Patineuse (IRE) (Peintre Celebre (USA))
J R B Williams & Emdells Limited
Robert Dunne
Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Narola LLC Betano
TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful handicapper on Flat (stays 17f) for Ollie Sangster but low-key start for this yard on hurdles bow at Wetherby
18 SHIFRA (IRE) (104)
B f Postponed (IRE) - Aurora Borealis (IRE) (Montjeu (IRE))
TFRHHHII BHA-
4 10-2
Sean Houlihan
Miss Liz Tilley Pat Phelan, Epsom
Br Noralla Stud Farm Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW No form in varied events on Flat
TFRHIIII BHA-
2025: DISCO DAVIS (FR) 6 11 8 Harry Skelton 4-5 (Dan Skelton) 7 ran
18 Hood worn first time by No. 8, 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 15. Stewards Note:
JAMADA: Following its run on 3/11/2025 it was reported that the horse suffered post-race heat stress.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1
Wondering Why (IRE), 11-2 Cayman Dancer (GB), 6-1 Unjeu Royal (FR), Zamek (FR), 9-1 Jamada (IRE), 14-1 Kentucky River (IRE), 18-1 Sense of Reason (GB), 22-1 Hello Fortune (IRE), 28-1 Knight Templar (FR), Trapper John (GB), 33-1 Holeheartedly (IRE), 40-1 Fravanco (GB), 150-1 Bluey Bay (GB), Gone Country (IRE), Somkiyr (FR), 200-1 Blazing Gaden (GB), Connies Hill (IRE), Shifra (IRE)
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly. And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British. Majority funded by the HBLB
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UNDER 25?
THIRD RACE 1.50
THREE MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (3M 4F ABT 178YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
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SURREY NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £30000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £12117, 2nd £6057, 3rd £3030, 4th £1515, 5th £756. (Penalty Value £15843)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): G & J Moore (33 wins from 179 runners, 18%) runs INVINCIBLE NAO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): I Williams (8 wins from 35 runners, 23%) runs CATCH CATCHFIRE FANCY THAT: G & J Moore won this race in 2017 and 2024. The stable runs INVINCIBLE NAO today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: WHISTLE STOP TOUR trained by L Russell & M Scudamore, Kinross, 471 miles.
SPECIAL JOHN is a younger stayer on the up for a very capable yard, and he can improve again to land the hat-trick on first start over a marathon trip Hidden History couldn’t build on a promising start over fences at Sandown last time but he’s unexposed over this sort of distance and may get back on track for the Dan Skelton yard. Val Dancer merits respect returned to a more extreme test, while Makin’yourmindup would be interesting if back to his useful best
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1 MAKIN’YOURMINDUP (GB) (44) 42112/-4
B g Kayf Tara - Subtilty (With Approval (CAN))
9 12-0
Harry Cobden Owners Group 090
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Br Mill House Stud & Kathy Stuart Owners Group
TIMEFORMVIEWUseful sort who won back-to-back3m Newbury handicaps in early 2024. Off 20months, left the impression he needed the run when remote fourth in Welsh National trail at Chepstow, considerately handled on first start since a wind op Ability looked intact that day and should be suited by longer trip TFRHHHHI BHA134
2 ART DECCO (GB) (45) 1/251-61
Br g Dapper - Lewesdon Duchess (Alhaatmi)
10 11-13
Harry Kimber Buckingham, Chapman, Langford & Ritzema
Robert Walford, Blandford
Br Mrs Rachel Dawson Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWReliable/game sort enhanced his fine strike-rate over fences when taking the Devon National at Exeter (30.7f) in February and better than ever when successful over same C&D on second start this season Has earned a crack at this but would ideally prefer more rain TFRHHHII BHA133
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SURREY QUEST
(IRE) (44) U3F-500
B g Milan - Roztoc (IRE) (Desert King (IRE))
Surrey Racing (SQ)
9 11-11
Kevin Brogan
Toby Lawes, Beare Green
Br S. McElroy Surrey Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulstayingchaser,includingrunner-upin2024ScottishGrandNational Down-the-fieldinthree startsoverhurdlesthisseasonbuthasfallen to a workable mark back over fences and interesting to see if market expects better following another breathing operation. TFRHHHII BHA131
4 VAL DANCER
(IRE) (44) 3/112-03
9 11-10
B g Valirann (FR) - Katies Dancer (IRE) (Danehill Dancer (IRE)) Charlie Hammond
The Val Dancers Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth
Br Charles Persse Ap Precision Groundworks
TIMEFORMVIEWStraightforward type who was successful in 2024 Welsh National at Chepstow and seemingly as good as ever when third in the Becher at Aintree (25.9f) last time Stamina very much his forte and will be benefit from a return to marathon trip here. TFRHHHHI BHA130
5 WHISTLE STOP TOUR (IRE) (17) P5-5253 8 11-7
B g Saddex - For A While (IRE) (Presenting)
Mrs Jo Tracey,K Alexander, P&S Bryceland
Jack Tudor
Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
Br Denis Cusack Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWProgressed when winning back-to-back handicap chases at Kelso and Ayr (both at around 3m on deep ground) last season More miss than hit since, but ran creditably when third over hurdles at Ayr latest and could benefit from more extreme test back over fences. TFRHHHII BHA127
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HIDDEN HISTORY
(GB) (45) 0212-16 C BF 8 11-7
B or Br g Schiaparelli (GER) - Bollin Judith (Bollin Eric)
Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Hidden
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Richard & Caroline Mathias Olive Print & Graphics
TIMEFORMVIEWPointwinnerjustifiedsupporttowinstrongUttoxeterhandicaphurdleinMarchandprogressedagaintomakesuccessfulchasedebutin5-runnernovicehandicap at Aintree (25f) on return Disappointed at Sandown subsequently but has been freshened up and could still have more to offer as a chaser TFRHHHHI BHA127
7 REGAL BLUE (IRE) (394) P1P1/PP- 9 11-7
B g French Navy - Deceptive (Red Ransom (USA))
Martin Tedham & Wasdell Properties Ltd
Jonjo O’Neill Jr
Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Fortbarrington Stud Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEWStrong stayer when in the mood (won pair of small field handicaps in 2024) but underlined his unpredictability when pulling up on both starts last season Remains to be seen if first-time cheekpieces have the desired effect returning from 13 months off. TFRHHIII BHA127
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Reine d’Or (IRE) (Presenting)
7 11-5
James Davies
Mr John P. McManus Nick Gifford, Findon
Br Mr & Mrs P. Haughey
TIMEFORMVIEWMade seamless progress in handicaps last season (landing hat-trick here) and improved again when making it five wins on the bounce at Uttoxeter (26f, heavy) on reappearance. Never going with usual fluency in better race at Chepstow latest but could get back on track following a short break. TFRHHHII BHA125
9
INVINCIBLE NAO (FR) (44) 211P-14
Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Quetzalya (FR) (Assessor (IRE))
8 11-4
Caoilin Quinn
Paye, Darsey & Jamieson Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
Br Mr Christophe Doudeau KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Landed Plumpton double the Sussex National last February. Won 3-runner 2 1/2m handicap on Sandown return and backed that up when creditable fourth in London National there, finding less than looked likely Has proven himself capable in this sort of company if things fall right. TFRHHHHI BHA124
10 IVANE (FR) (24) F11242 D
B g Network (GER) - Uvanana (FR) (Dom Alco (FR))
Keaveney & Butcher
Br E.A.R.L. Trinquet & M. & O. Trinquet
8 11-1
Jonathan Burke
James Owen, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEW3-timewinnerthisseason,thelatestatSedgefieldinOctober.Hasstillruncreditablyoffhighermarkssince,jumpingbetterthanonhisprevioustwostarts when clear runner-up in Lincoln National at Market Rasen (27.6f) on Boxing Day. Clearly in fine heart but others look better treated. TFRHHHII BHA121
11 MY SILVER LINING (IRE) (30) 3P4-432 C D
Gr m Cloudings (IRE) - Welsh Connection (IRE) (Welsh Term)
Mrs Celia Djivanovic
10 11-0
James Best
Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
Br Mr & Mrs James Hannon Hatherden Horse Transport
TIMEFORMVIEWCoursewinnerhasplentyofcredibleformoverextremedistances,winningClassicChaseatWarwickin2024.Hasprovedmoreconsistentthisseason,nomatch for a progressive one when runner-up in the Tommy Whittle at Haydock (25.6f) last month. Will be suited by this greater test of stamina. TFRHHHII BHA120
12 KEN ROY (IRE)
(64) 2PPP-13
B g Getaway (GER) - Rose Indienne (FR) (Epervier Bleu)
7 10-9
Lorcan Williams
Mr Graeme Brooks Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Br Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd Morson Group
TIMEFORMVIEWClearly had issues as a hurdler last season but looked better than ever (following another breathing operation) when making a winning return/chase bow at Plumpton and backed that up with third in Southern National at Fontwell (27.7f). Still early days over fences (yard also saddle Makin’yourmindup). TFRHHIII BHA115
13 SPORTING ACE (IRE) (44) 510-0P0 CD 10 10-8
B g Shantou (USA) - Knockbounce View (IRE) (Old Vic)
Jack Quinlan
Mr Ken Lawrence Neil King, Burderop
Br Celine Mullins
TIMEFORMVIEW Bounced back to form to win this race in 2025. Hasn’t shown much spark in trio of starts this season but is now 1lb lower than when successful here last year Worth a check to see if the market hints a resurgence TFRHHIII BHA114
14 CATCH CATCHFIRE (GB) (19) 41F-35U BF
B g Dartmouth - Becky B (Alflora (IRE))
7 10-2
Charlie Todd
Mr S. J. Cox Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Shade Oak Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWLowmileage7-y-owonstayinghandicapchasesinmudatLeicester/Sedgefieldlastwinter.ThirdonhurdlereappearancepriortorespectablefifthinBordersNational at Kelso (off bridle before most) Strongly support when unseating down in grade at Warwick last time but has more on his plate here. TFRHHIII BHA107
15
ALI STAR BERT (GB)
(36) 204411
B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Clumber Pursuits (Pastoral Pursuits)
10 10-2
Murray Dodd (7)
Mrs H Harris Shaun Harris, Worksop
Br Mr Wilf Hobson
TIMEFORMVIEW10-y-o has bounced back to form over the winter, enhancing his fine record at Southwell when winning 3m handicaps there in November (beating pair of subsequent winners) and December. This is tougher and he’ll need a career-best to land the hat-trick from 3lb out of the handicap. TFRHHHII BHA105
16 SPECIAL JOHN (IRE) (46) 422-211
7 10-2
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Royal Choice (IRE) (King’s Theatre (IRE)) Dylan Johnston LUGGS Sam Thomas, Cardiff
Br J. Lenihan
TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-uponall3handicaphurdleoutingspriortomakingasuccessfulstable/chasedebutatExeter Justifiedsupportwhenfollowingupinasolidhandicap for grade at Wincanton (26.7f) next time 3lb out of the weights but he’s lightly-raced and improving. TFRHHHHH BHA105
2025: SPORTING ACE (IRE) 9 10 8 Jack Quinlan 6-1 (Neil King) 12 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 16
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7. Hood worn by No. 9. Visor worn by No. 10.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 4, 5, 12, 14.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3, 7.
Stewards Note:
AWORKINPROGRESS: Following its run on 6/12/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
Probable S.P’s: 13-2 Special John (IRE), 15-2 Hidden History (GB), 12-1 Makin’yourmindup (GB), Val Dancer (IRE), Invincible Nao (FR), 14-1 Catch Catchfire (GB), Ali Star Bert (GB), 16-1 Art Decco (GB), Surrey Quest (IRE), Ivane (FR), My Silver Lining (IRE), 22-1 Ken Roy (IRE), 25-1 Whistle Stop Tour (IRE), Aworkinprogress (IRE), 28-1 Sporting Ace (IRE), 33-1 Regal Blue (IRE)
FOURTH RACE 2.20
TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 110YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE SKY SPORTS RACING SKY 415 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)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): G & J Moore (33 wins from 179 runners, 18%) runs CASA LOUPI & GALACTIC CHARM & RISK IT ALL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): E Fenton (4 wins from 9 runners, 44%) runs CANTY BAY LONGEST TRAVELLER: SEA WARRIOR trained by J Tizzard, Sherborne, 130 miles.
BLUE SKY DREAMING should have more to offer now handicapping over further and gets the vote for Alan King Sunday Soldier is well handicapped if a return to hurdling sparks a return to her best form and is second choice ahead of Sea Warrior, who showed promise in his qualifying runs and didn’t get a chance to show what he could do on last month’s handicap debut
1 CANTY BAY (IRE) (446) F3102/4- D
B g Shantou (USA) - Afairs (IRE) (Old Vic)
Mr Gordon MacIntosh
9 12-2
Ben Jones
Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
Br Michael & Bid C. Lenihan Hatherden Horse Transport
TIMEFORMVIEWDual winner Off since finishing a respectable fourth at Newton Abbot in October 2024 but the fact Harry Cobden takes the reins on his return suggests he might straight enough to run a big race TFRHHHII BHA117
2 CASA LOUPI (GB) (22) 11P6-01
9 12-0
Ch g Casamento (IRE) - Kameruka (Auction House (USA)) Ben Pollard (10)
Mrs Giles Pritchard-Gordon
Br Giles W. Pritchard-Gordon (Farming) Ltd
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWWon handicaps in the mud at Sandown last winter and took advantage of a drop to selling company at Leicester last time Ought to be competitive back in a handicap. TFRHHHII BHA115
3 GALACTIC CHARM (GB) (28) 222-P04
5 12-0
B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Gold Charm (GER) (Key of Luck (USA)) Tom Cannon
The Fat Jockey Partnership
Br Harriet Loder
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW A fairly useful Flat performer who has reached a similar level over hurdles. Best effort this season when fourth of 7 at Huntingdon (2m, soft) last month but it wasn’t really a performance which suggests his turn is near again. TFRHHIII BHA115
4 CHIEF SUNDAY (FR) (40) 122-U4P
6 12-0
B g Tunis (POL) - Templiere (FR) (Protektor (GER)) Sam Twiston-Davies
Options O Syndicate Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Br Severine Sourd & Come Ligerot
Options Energy Services Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive winning 2m hurdler last term Has been a little disappointing sent chasing this season and his hopes are pinned on a return to the smaller obstacles sparking a revival. TFRHHIII BHA115
5 SUNDAY SOLDIER (IRE) (37) 65-344F
8 11-13
Ch m Shantou (USA) - Fortunes Harvest (FR) (Soldier of Fortune (IRE)) Oscar Palmer (7)
4 Left Footers & A Blewnose David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold
Br Mrs E. Connolly Pragnell
TIMEFORMVIEWHasn’t entirely convinced switched to fences in recent months but was runner-up off 5lb higher over hurdles last season so well treated if a return to timber prompts a return to form TFRHHHHI BHA114
6 CONFINENTIC (FR) (39) 6411-6 6 11-13
Gr g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Electrostatique (FR) (Charming Groom (FR)) Freddie Gordon Alwens & Digweeds Chris Gordon, Winchester
Br Mrs Marie Merienne & Mr Julien Merienne Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last season with novice/handicap wins on soft ground at Plumpton and might have needed December’s Warwick reappearance after 10 months off. TFRHHHII BHA114
7 SEA WARRIOR (IRE) (34) 40-5F 7 11-6
B or Br g Affinisea (IRE) - Princess’s Choice (IRE) (Strategic Choice (USA)) Brendan Powell The Sea Warrior syndicate Joe Tizzard, Sherborne
Br John Furlong Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed plenty of promise in maiden/novice hurdles and was in touch when clipping heels and falling on Wincanton handicap debut last month. Can be given another chance to show what he can do from this mark. TFRHHHHI BHA107
B g Karaktar (IRE) - Porta Romana (FR) (American Post)
Always Dreaming, Ever Hopeful
6 11-6
Sean Bowen
Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Philippe Thriet, Michel Larobe, Vincent Betano
TIMEFORMVIEWLeft hurdling debut form behind to win maiden at Southwell (2m, soft) last February. Stepped up on reappearance when 15 lengths second in Fontwell handicap in October but pulled up at Leicester since TFRHHHII BHA107
9 GODOT (IRE) (31) 43122-P CD
Ch g Getaway (GER) - La Cerisaie (Old Vic)
A.Lewers D.Shaw A.Irvine
9 11-5
Freddie Mitchell (3)
Andy Irvine, East Grinstead
Br B. Mayoh, Eskdale Thoroughbreds Funnel Fuel
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner last winter. Presumably needed the run when pulled up on Ascot reappearance just before Christmas but he’ll need to leave that well behind to get competitive here. TFRHHIII BHA106
10 BLUE SKY
DREAMING
(GB) (56) 5-44
Br g Blue Bresil (FR) - Free Thinking (Hernando (FR))
Mr Robert Waley-Cohen
5 11-5
Tom Bellamy
Alan King, Barbury Castle
Br Upton Viva Stud Upton Viva Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Well-bred gelding who showed promise when fourth in 2m maiden/novice hurdles in the autumn and appeals as a likely improver now handicapping over a trip is bred to suit. TFRHHHHH BHA106
11 RISK IT ALL (FR) (24) 326-32
5 10-13
B g No Risk At All (FR) - Popin’s Du Berlais (FR) (Poliglote) Caoilin Quinn
Mr Keith F. J. Loads & Mr Harry Redknapp
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
Br Haras de Montaigu KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Easy winner of only start on Flat in France but yet to better fair form over hurdles, beaten 8 lengths when second in 4-runner Fontwell handicap on Boxing Day. One of 3 runners for his stable TFRHHHII BHA100
12 RAFFLES NOBU (FR) (40) 5P5-464
6 10-12
B g Authorized (IRE) - Utopie des Bordes (FR) (Antarctique (IRE)) Freddie Keighley (7)
Mr Michael Ogburn Nick Scholfield, Lambourn
Br Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful hurdler in France in 2023 but yet to fire in Britain. Better suggested better was expected at Leicester last time but he could only manage a well-held fourth of 7. A refitted headgear combination needs to have a positive effect TFRHHIII BHA99
13
LUWDVIG
(FR) (19) 3/46-034
7 10-10
B g Creachadoir (IRE) - Grande Symphonie (FR) (Poliglote) Jack Quinlan
The Ridgeway Racing For Fun Partnership Neil King, Burderop
Br E.A.R.L. Haras de Lonray
TIMEFORMVIEW Placed on second of 3 starts in bumpers. Yet to better modest form over hurdles, including beaten just over 10 lengths into fourth on Warwick handicap debut (19f, good to soft) 19 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA97
2025: EATON ANNE (IRE) 7 11 4 Sean Bowen 6-4 (Olly Murphy) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Tongue Strap worn by No. 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5, 9, 12.
Stewards Note:
KARTON PLEIN: Following its run on 4/12/2025 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.
Probable S.P’s: 7-1 Canty Bay (IRE), 8-1 Blue Sky Dreaming (GB), 9-1 Casa Loupi (GB), 11-1 Karton Plein (FR), Risk It All (FR), 12-1 Chief Sunday (FR), Sunday Soldier (IRE), Sea Warrior (IRE), 14-1 Galactic Charm (GB), Raffles Nobu (FR), Luwdvig (FR), 20-1 Confinentic (FR), 25-1 Godot (IRE)
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TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 3F 110YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE FREE TIPS DAILY ON attheraces.com NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): S Drinkwater (6 wins from 19 runners, 32%) runs DIRECTLY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Mulholland (4 wins from 26 runners, 15%) runs MILD MAGIC LONGEST TRAVELLER: MAC’S XPRESS trained by C Ellam, Market Drayton, 191 miles.
BOLLINTHOU is thriving and can defy a 7lb penalty to land a hat-trick under Sean Bowen. Inion Tiogair isn’t one for maximum faith but has hit the frame on three of her 4 starts this season, while Mild Magic and Directly can both do better now handicapping and should be noted for support.
colours no horse age st lb
1 DIRECTLY (GB) (64) 45-50
7 11-12
B g Telescope (IRE) - Kansas City (FR) (Lute Antique (FR)) Sam Twiston-Davies
The Racing Life Podcast - S1 Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham
Br C. G. and Mrs Johnson Solstice
TIMEFORMVIEWBit of promise when fourth of 8 in a Worcester bumper in September 2024 and while he has cut little ice in 3 runs over hurdles, it would be no surprise to see improvement upped in trip on handicap debut One to note in the betting with Sam Twiston-Davies booked TFRHHHII BHA95
2 BOLLIN THOU (GB) (7) 00-P411
8 11-7 (in 7lb ex)
B g Bollin Eric - Labelthou (FR) (Saint Preuil (FR)) Sean Bowen
D Charlesworth & D Turner Nick Scholfield, Lambourn
Br DGM Partnership
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly raced 8-y-o improved again to make it 2-2 under Sean Bowen when facile winner at Hereford (25.5f) 7 days ago. Drops back in trip under 7lb penalty but very likely still ahead of the handicapper. Strong claims to land the hat-trick TFRHHHHH BHA83
3 MILD MAGIC
(IRE) (28) 2050
B m Policy Maker (IRE) - Good Time In Milan (IRE) (Milan)
6 11-4
Conor O’Farrell
Miss Jane Goddard Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Michael Wemyss
TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up sole start in Irish points Well beaten in maiden/novice hurdles in recent months but yard do well with this type and he should do better now tackling handicaps over a longer trip TFRHHHII BHA87
4 INION TIOGAIR (IRE) (30) 04-2254 BF
Br m Westerner - Tiger Bay Lady (IRE) (Flemensfirth (USA))
9 11-2
Joe Anderson (3)
Foxhills Racing Limited Grace Harris, Shirenewton
Br Aidan Aherne Grace Harris Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWFair bumper winner who has hit the frame on three of her 4 starts this season, though not for the first time promised more than she delivered when fourth at Hereford (16.2f, soft) 30 days ago (carried head awkwardly) Place claims but remains with stamina to prove over this longer trip TFRHHHII BHA85
5 FLAGON DRY (IRE) (18) 4240
4 10-8
B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Sweet Dragon Fly (Oasis Dream) James Bowen
Jim and Claire Limited
Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn
Br Yeomanstown Stud Warren Greatrex Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWModest1mFlatwinner(stays11.5f)whohasmadetheframeonthreerunsinjuvenilehurdlesbutwaseasytobackwhenagainfailingtoseeouthisraceonhandicap debut at Windsor (2m) on New Year’s Day. James Bowen back aboard but step up in distance will need to bring about improvement
6 MAC’S XPRESS (IRE) (31) 60-PPP0
8 10-5
Ch g Mount Nelson - Snob’s Supreme (IRE) (Supreme Leader) Charlie Maggs (5) Mr Robert P. Clarke Clare Ellam, Market Drayton
Br Reamonn & Shauna Rice Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden arrives out of sorts. Easy to look elsewhere. TFRHIIII BHA71
7 COURT ONE (IRE) (37) U/4P-622
B g Court Cave (IRE) - Mac Tire Dubh (IRE) (Jeremy (USA))
Winterfields Farm Ltd & Mr David Scott
Br Brian and Mrs Bronagh Lawler
6 10-5
James Davies
Richard Rowe, Pulborough
Southern Cranes & Access Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Modest maiden hurdler who showed a bit more when second in a pair of novice handicaps over C&D in recent months, no match for thriving winner on either occasion. Low-mileage but will need to improve to make an
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SIXTH RACE 3.20
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 7F 110YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE WATCH UNBRIDLED ON attheraces.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Pipe (9 wins from 45 runners, 20%) runs GIVEHIMTHEHONOUR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Pipe (2 wins from 27 runners, 7%) runs GIVEHIMTHEHONOUR
WEIGHTWATCHER: FELTON BELLEVUE won off a handicap mark of 94, his rating is now down 6lb to 88. LONGEST TRAVELLER: GIVEHIMTHEHONOUR trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 169 miles.
It was highly encouraging to see MONTMARTIN perform as well as he did when third on chase debut at Ffos Las spring, particularly bearing in mind that he was returning from almost two years on the sidelines If able to build on that back from a nine-month absence here, he will have a serious chance off this 3lb lower mark. One Last Glance and Koenigsstern both found just one too last time out and are feared most in that order of preference, whileThruthelookinglass is another strong candidate
colours no horse age st lb
1 KOENIGSSTERN (IRE) (19) 1464-32 9 12-0
B g Anjaal - Trebles (IRE) (Kenmare (FR))
Ham Manor Farms Ltd
James Davies
Nick Gifford, Findon
Br Breda Wall & Timothy Cleary Avtrade Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWDual winning pointer who opened chase account at Fontwell on Boxing Day 2024 Posted his best effort since that victory when a clear second at Warwick (2 1/2m, good to soft) recently and, still on a feasible mark back up 2lb, he has to enter calculations TFRHHHII BHA105
2 BETTER OFF ALONE (IRE) (31) 402-PP3
B g Ocovango - Tina’s Truffles (IRE) (Milan)
7 12-0
Freddie Keighley (7) David Maughan
Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br Barbara Kirby FBC Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in maiden hurdle here last January but hasn’t matched that in 3 starts since sent chasing and hopes now pinned on the first-time visor sparking improvement TFRHHIII BHA105
3 ICAQUE DE L’ISLE (FR) (29) 531-355 CD
B g Free Port Lux - Quetsche de L’Isle (FR) (Kadalko (FR))
The French Link 2
8 12-0
Harry Bannister
Richard Bandey, Kingsclere
Br Mme Veronique Sayet Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWHurdles winner here last February and positive start to this season when third of 9 in a handicap (also over hurdles) at Worcester Not disgraced both subsequent starts but yet to win over fences on these shores and one or two of the others make more appeal for win purposes. TFRHHIII BHA105
4 THRUTHELOOKINGLASS
(GB) (28) U53//4-34 9 11-13
B g Kayf Tara - Amazing d’Azy (IRE) (Presenting)
Tom Bellamy
Mr & Mrs K. R. Ellis Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham
Br Mr & Mrs K. Ellis Kim Bailey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWVery lightly raced in recent times but has returned from another break with a couple of encouraging efforts this winter, latterly finishing fourth of 12 over a similar trip to this at Huntingdon (soft) Solid each-way claims. TFRHHHII BHA104
5 STAR OF DIAMONDS (IRE) (39) 1/454-03 7 11-11
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Silverpockets (IRE) (Milan)
Mr Andrew Gemmell
NON-RUNNER
Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
Br R. Murphy Hatherden Horse Transport
TIMEFORMVIEWBeat Taponthego (now smart) when off the mark at fourth attempt in Irish points Yet to strike under Rules but it’s still early days and, now 3lb lower down to 0-105 company after finishing third (albeit well held) at Warwick (3m, soft) last time, he’s worth a second look TFRHHHII BHA102
6 MONTMARTIN (FR) (288) 0032//3-
8 11-6
Gr g Montmartre (FR) - Asiana (FR) (Westerner) Jonjo O’Neill Jr.
Mr P. Hickey Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Paul Nataf Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEWCost a fair bit and progressed over hurdles during 2022/23 campaign, runner-up on handicap debut on final start of that campaign at Southwell. Shaped pretty well back from almost 2 years off when third of 11 on chase debut at Ffos Las (3m, good to soft) and he’s open to improvement in this sphere. TFRHHHHH BHA97
7 ONE LAST GLANCE (GB) (44) 142-6U2
B g Passing Glance - Lillie Lou (Tomba)
9 11-5
Freddie Mitchell (3)
Fred Camis, Ray Fielder & Mel Clarke Tom Gretton, Inkberrow
Br Ray Fielder & Fred Camis JMC Surfacing Contractors
TIMEFORMVIEWWon twice on soft/heavy last season and was in the process of running creditably on second start of the campaign when unseating at Plumpton (25.7f, good) in November Pulled clear of the rest when runner-up over 3m at Wetherby (soft) next time and another bold show
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair ex-Irish hurdler but hasn’t shown much at all in 4 runs since switched to fences, including his 3 starts for present connections. TFRHIIII BHA94
9 FELTON BELLEVUE (FR)
(18) 4P-0553 CD
11 10-11
B g Kap Rock (FR) - Sister du Berlais (FR) (Turgeon (USA)) Ciaran Gethings
Mrs H Munn, Mr R E Good, Mr B Case
Br Mr Jean-Pierre Bichon
Ben Case, Banbury
David Andrews Construction Limited TIMEFORMVIEWVeteranwhoselastsuccesscameoverC&DinsoftgroundlastFebruary.Tookastep backintherightdirectionwithblinkersenlistedwhenthirdina7-runner Windsor handicap chase (good) recently and each-way chance here, provided that the headgear works equally well second time round TFRHHHII BHA88
10 ENDERSEN (IRE)
(42) PP-3234
B g Ask - Molly Con (IRE) (Presenting)
9 10-3
Harry Kimber
The Forever Partnership Two Richard Rowe, Pulborough
Br John Mounsey Southern Cranes & Access Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage maiden who has been running well over hurdles this season, including when third from out of the weights here in November However, he again failed to fire in this sphere at Fontwell last time and it’s easy enough to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA80
2025: HAVAILA (IRE) 6 11 11 Harry Cobden 7-1 (Gary & Josh Moore) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Visor worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 7. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 8.
Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Koenigsstern (IRE), One Last Glance (GB), 11-2 Montmartin (FR), 13-2 Thruthelookinglass (GB), 9-1 Felton Bellevue (FR), 12-1 Better Off Alone (IRE), 14-1 Icaque de L’Isle (FR), 20-1 Endersen (IRE), 33-1 Givehimthehonour (IRE)
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TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE AT THE RACES APP EXPERT TIPS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): O Murphy (20 wins from 76 runners, 26%) runs GWENNIE MAY JEM TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): B Pauling (5 wins from 24 runners, 21%) runs STARDHEM
LONGEST TRAVELLER: LADY PRETENDER trained by V Williams, Hereford, 172 miles.
Though it was only a three-runner affair in which LADY PRETENDER somewhat belatedly got off the mark at Plumpton last month, there was enough in that performance to suggest that this 7lb higher mark may not prove beyond reach in a race of this nature. It’s probably worth overlooking Diamond Days’latest effort and he is second choice ahead of Begin The Luck and Constant Friday
1 DESERT HALO (IRE) (42) 2444-4U
7 12-0
B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Dushy Dante (IRE) (Dushyantor (USA)) Harry Bannister
Mrs Joanna Jensen Richard Bandey, Kingsclere
Br Mr Joseph Roche
TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced on first of 2 starts in points and promise in trio of bumpers in Ireland. Pick of his efforts for present yard was his second in a novice hurdle here in November 2024 but he hasn’t made the promising of transitions to this sphere and look stronger TFRHHIII BHA100
2 LADY PRETENDER (FR) (35) 2436-P1 D
7 11-12
B m Great Pretender (IRE) - Ahombros (FR) (Mansonnien (FR)) Charlie Deutsch
Charles & Sarah de Rohan Venetia Williams, Hereford
TIMEFORMVIEWFinally opened her account when landing a 3-runner handicap chase at Plumpton (19.8f, good to soft), which was her first outing following another wind op 7lb rise isn’t unreasonable all things considered and she’s one of the more appealing candidates. TFRHHHHH BHA98
3
BEGIN THE LUCK (IRE) (24) 602231 D
B g Le Fou (IRE) - Bobsyourdad (IRE) (Bob’s Return (IRE))
10 11-10
Robbie David (7)
Miss Daisy Hitchins Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne
Br Edward Burns
TIMEFORMVIEWPretty reliable on the whole over fences, taking record in this sphere to 5-27 when getting on top in the shadow of the post at Wincanton (20.2f, good to soft) last month. Remains feasibly treated up 2lb and likely to be in the thick of things once again. TFRHHHII BHA96
4 JACK THE NIPPER (GB) (36) 0545-PP
B g Jack Hobbs - The Nipper (IRE) (Scorpion (IRE))
7 11-9
James Bowen
SB Squared Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn
Br Mr W. L. Smith & Partners Warren Greatrex Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler who has been pulled up both starts switched to fences this season Eased 4lb since latest run but he’s hard to warm to all the same TFRHHIII BHA95
5 JACKELINE (GB) (24) 42-3253
Ch m Jack Hobbs - Ballinlina (Iceman)
7 11-7
Daniel Sansom (3)
Mrs R. Jowett Seamus Mullins, Amesbury
Br P. Balding We Do Vans
TIMEFORMVIEWWent close in a Hereford handicap hurdle on final run of last season and placed first 2 starts of present campaign. However, she hasn’t offered a great deal switched to fences the last twice and now tried in blinkers TFRHHIII BHA93
6 GWENNIE MAY JEM (FR) (28) 1-1305P
B g Manatee - City Sport (FR) (Elusive City (USA))
6 11-4
Sean Bowen
Ms Gwendoline M Clarke Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Haras de L’Etoile & A. S. Gabrielle Betano
TIMEFORMVIEWQuick to make his mark as a chaser for Dan Skelton with stylish victories at Warwick and Newton Abbot last spring Hasn’t made a particularly bright start for new yard, though, and this 6-y-o needs to bounce back in a major way. TFRHHHII BHA90
7 DIAMOND DAYS (IRE) (42) 02P-345 BF 6 11-4
Br g Diamond Boy (FR) - Foxy Lauren (IRE) (Old Vic)
Coral Racing Club
Brendan Powell
Joe Tizzard, Sherborne
Br Mr Thomas Hore Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden hurdler who made decent start over fences when close fourth of 5 over this C&D in November Slightly longer trip perhaps proved his undoing at Fontwell (21.6f, soft) since and each-way chance if able to get back on track. TFRHHHHI BHA90
1-2-3: 1.LADY
KEY Owner Breeding
Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
STARDHEM (IRE) (58) 311P-P6 D
B g Alkaadhem - Clongeen Star (IRE) (Arcadio (GER))
Pimlico Racing - Stardhem
7 11-3
Ben Jones
Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br John Redmond Fitzdares
TIMEFORMVIEW Successful first 2 starts over fences at Huntingdon but his form has nosedived dramatically since and hopes now very much pinned on the addition of blinkers doing the trick. TFRHHIII BHA89
9
ARCTIC STREAM (GB) (57) 65//506-P
B m Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Arctic Flow (Alflora (IRE))
Mrs C. J. Dunn
9 11-1
Ned Fox (5)
Richard Bandey, Kingsclere
Br Mrs H. R. Dunn Super Mare Scaffolding
TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 9-y-o who hasn’t troubled the judge in 4 starts over timber and is likely best watched on chase debut TFRHIIII BHA87
10 RONNIES REFLECTION (GB) (24) 41P-25P
B g Poet’s Voice - Parlez Vous (Poliglote)
8 10-12
Jack Quinlan
Case Racing Partnership Ben Case, Banbury
Br Mrs C. J. C. Bailey
David Andrews Construction Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWDual winner over fences at Leicester last term and returned with a good second at Fontwell (21.6f, good to soft) in November Not in the same form since, though, and latest effort back at Fontwell was poor, for all that the step up to 3 1/4m probably counted against him. TFRHHIII BHA84
11 CONSTANT FRIDAY (IRE) (37) 3535-42
Gr g Mahler - Mattys Joy (IRE) (Beneficial)
Pink Birds
11 10-2
James Davies
Richard Rowe, Pulborough
Br John Palmer Southern Cranes & Access Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest winning hurdler in 2022 Failed to scale similar heights switched to fences following a lengthy absence last season but bettered his reappearance efforts when second in a 4-runner affair over this C&D (good) last month. Place possibilities if able to build on that TFRHHHII BHA73
2025: RIVER RUN FREE (IRE) 6 10 3 Jack Tudor 11-2 (David Pipe) 11 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Blinkers worn first time by No. 5, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.
Stewards Note:
JACK THE NIPPER: Following its run on 14/12/2025 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.
GWENNIE MAY JEM: Following its run on 22/12/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
RONNIES REFLECTION: Following its run on 26/12/2025 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Lady Pretender (FR), 11-2 Begin The Luck (IRE), 6-1 Diamond Days (IRE), 7-1 Gwennie May Jem (FR), 10-1 Constant Friday (IRE), 12-1 Stardhem (IRE), 14-1 Ronnies Reflection (GB), 16-1 Jackeline (GB), 18-1 Desert Halo (IRE), 22-1 Jack The Nipper (GB), 66-1 Arctic Stream (GB)
DERBY THE
SAT 21 FEB & HEVER STAKES RACEDAY
RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 12.50 - THE FREE RACE REPLAYS ON attheraces.com OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2450 to the winning horse The second to receive £1129, the third £564 and the fourth £282. for four, five and six yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, January 13th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 17th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 3lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. SKY SPORTS RACING 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. Please note: This race will be run on AWT 14 entries at £22. - Closed January 13th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70)
SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 1.20 - THE SKY SPORTS RACING VIRGIN 519 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, January 13th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 17th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 8lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. SKY SPORTS RACING 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. 34 entries at £50. - Closed January 13th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 1.50 - THE mybettingsites.com SURREY NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15843 to the winning horse The second to receive £7290, the third £3645, the fourth £1824 and the fifth £909. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 17th. Penalties, after January 10th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. MyBettingSites.com has kindly sponsored this race and 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 32 entries, 1 at £30 and 31 at £150. - Closed January 13th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £12117; Second £6057; Third £3030; Fourth £1515; Fifth £756. (Penalty Value £15843)
SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 2.20 - THE SKY SPORTS RACING SKY 415 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 £7 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 17th. Penalties, after January 10th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. SKY SPORTS RACING 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. 25 entries, 0 at £7 and 25 at £38. - Closed January 13th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3110; Second £1555; Third £778; Fourth £389; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37)
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 2.50 - THE FREE TIPS DAILY ON ATTHERACES.COM NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-95. Enter by noon, January 13th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 17th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after January 10th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. SKY SPORTS RACING 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 £30. - Closed January 13th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 3.20 - THE WATCH UNBRIDLED ON attheraces.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, January 13th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 17th. Penalties, after January 10th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. SKY SPORTS RACING 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. 25 entries at £30. - Closed January 13th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 3.50 - THE AT THE RACES APP EXPERT TIPS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, January 13th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 17th. Penalties, after January 10th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. SKY SPORTS RACING will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 21 entries at £30. - Closed January 13th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
FIXTURE LIST 2026
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