Newcastle Racecard - Tuesday 31st March

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INFORMATION

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TUESDAY 31 MARCH (UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)

STEWARDS OF THE

MEETING

ADRIAN SMITH (Chief Steward), MRS F.A CLARK (Stewards' Panel Chair)

ALAN DEMPSEY, LAUREN THOMSON, PHILIPPA HARDY

STARTERS

STUART TURNER

RYAN COLLEY

JUDGE

NICHOLAS HARGREAVE

CLERK OF THE SCALES

KARL CURRAN

VETERINARY OFFICERS

TIM DAVIES

MARK COLLINS

VETERINARY SURGEONS

LESLEY BARWISE-MUNRO

SALLY BOOTH

EUAN HAMMERSLEY

MEDICAL OFFICERS

DR VIV TUT

DR SAM FOSTER

DR ANDY RAMSHAW

NURSE

JAN STONE

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

ALEC DENT

GRAHAM GRAY

RACHEL KIRTLEY

CYRIL JOHNSTONE

COMMENTATOR

RICHARD HOILES

BETTING RING MANAGER

DARREN IRVING

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

PAUL ELLIOTT

CLERK OF THE COURSE

JANE HEDLEY

GROUNDS MANAGER

MARK RYAN

LEAD SAFEGUARDING OFFICIAL

PAUL ELLIOTT

DUTY SAFEGUARDING OFFICIALS

MICHAEL SMITH

PAUL ELLIOTT

formguide

previous performances

horse’s saddlecloth number horse’s name& birthplace

/ = new season

- = new year

Bold type shows Point-to-Point form

C = course winner

no.ofdays sincelast ran colour graphic weight st-lb

D = distance winner

CD = course & distance winner

BF = beaten favourite age

3 LAKE VIEW LAD (IRE) (23*) 132123- CD

Gr g Oscar (IRE) - Missy O’Brien (IRE)

Mr Trevor Hemmings

8 10-13

Henry Brooke

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston Peter Magnier Trust Inns Limited Br

TIMEFORMVIEWUseful sort who has won twice on heavy ground last season. Reliable sort who should give another good account. TFRHHHHH BHA139

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br

Star Ratings Explained

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

HHHHH Selected to win the race

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

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

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 nonhandicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.

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

If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted

FIRST RACE 2.30

TWO MILES ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (2M 6F) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE EQUINE PRODUCTS NH TRAINERS LEAGUE NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

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): R Menzies (22 wins from 137 runners, 16%) runs NOSY NEIGHBOUR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Nicol (4 wins from 11 runners, 36%) runs SNOWROCCO LONGEST TRAVELLER: TAMARIND BAY trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 434 miles.

JEHOL DE THAIX shaped well when second at Haydock and, with this slightly longer trip likely to suit even better, is taken to go one better now. Last month’s Kelso third Milan Park is another likely to go well, while Snowrocco is a lot better than she showed at Musselburgh last time.

colours no horse age st lb

1 TAMARIND BAY (IRE) (31) 3P4232

6 12-0

B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Tempest River (IRE) James Bowen

Mr Mickey Bowen Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest

Br Sir Francis Brooke Bt. Peter and Karen Bowen Racing, Fairplay Exchange

TIMEFORMVIEWFair hurdler Off 3 months, ran up to his best when 12 lengths second of 8 in Doncaster maiden 31 days ago. The step back up in trip is likely to suit but he’ll need to find improvement to defy this mark. TFRHHHII BHA115

2 SNOWROCCO (IRE) (11) 2-01140 C

B m Shirocco (GER) - Lissard Lady (IRE)

7 11-11

Ryan Mania

Mrs Jayne Sivills Adam Nicol, Seahouses

Br Eamon O’Neill

TIMEFORMVIEWOn the up when winning a pair of handicaps around 3m on good to soft in midwinter (here first occasion). Latest Musselburgh run was too bad to be true and she’s capable of bouncing back to form in first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHHII BHA112

3 DRAMATIC LICENSE (IRE) (14) 340150 D

B g Casamento (IRE) - Princess Leya (IRE)

6 11-8

Sean Quinlan

Mr David J. Sturdy John Wainwright, Malton

Br John Fallon Harmony Inns Hotels

TIMEFORMVIEWWon a maiden hurdle over this sort of trip in Ireland for Stuart Crawford last summer but ran no sort of race in 3m Wetherby handicap on recent first outing for this yard after 5 months off. TFRHHIII BHA109

4 CHEMOULIN (FR) (26) 541

6 11-8

B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Castilly (FR) David Bass

Mrs S. Longsdon Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Br Mr Loic Malivet and Mme Martine Malivet

TIMEFORMVIEW Rather fortunate winner of Haydock maiden hurdle (good to soft) 26 days ago but this 6-y-o still brings an unexposed profile to this handicap debut TFRHHHII BHA109

5 MILAN PARK (IRE) (46) 3-24443

B g Milan - Helen Wood

7 11-2

William Maggs (3)

Mr Garry Kevin Thexton Chris Grant, Billingham

Br Philip Kirby Wear Valley Tanks Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden who showed he can be very competitive from his mark when 3 lengths third of 8 over an extended 2 3/4m at Kelso (heavy) last month. Considered TFRHHHHI BHA103

6 JEHOL DE THAIX (FR) (26) 2354-62

B g Masked Marvel - Luperca (FR)

7 11-2

Danny McMenamin

Mr Frank Bird Nicky Richards, Greystoke

Br Michel Bourgneuf Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

TIMEFORMVIEW Unexposed sort who took a step forward when second of 9 in Haydock handicap 26 days ago. Pulled 12 lengths clear of the third so a 3lb rise looks more than fair Leading claims. TFRHHHHH BHA103

7 NOSY NEIGHBOUR (IRE) (38) 54-300

5 10-13

B g Getaway (GER) - Well Set Up (IRE) Nathan Moscrop

Mrs Christie Thompson Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Br Miss Emily Kilcoyne Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORMVIEWHit frame on second of 2 starts in Irish points and showed ability when third on 2m hurdle debut Well below that level twice since but handicaps provide him with a more realistic chance and this significantly longer trip should also suit. TFRHHHII BHA100

B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Name For Fame (USA)

Mr P. G. Atkinson

Br Butlersgrove Stud

Callum Bewley

Peter Atkinson, Northallerton

TIMEFORM VIEW Only minor promise in 3 bumpers/hurdles and his opening handicap mark isn’t obviously generous. TFRHHIII BHA96

2025: KILMORE ROCK (IRE) 6 12 0 Nathan Moscrop 9-4 (Susan Corbett) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5.

Stewards Note:

SNOWROCCO: Following its run on 20/3/2026 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by lack of hurdles.

NOSY NEIGHBOUR: Following its run on 21/2/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed in the straight.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Jehol de Thaix (FR), 4-1 Chemoulin (FR), 5-1 Tamarind Bay (IRE), 6-1 Snowrocco (IRE), 7-1 Milan Park (IRE), 16-1 Nosy Neighbour (IRE), 18-1 Tea Boy (IRE), 80-1 Dramatic License (IRE)

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

TRANSFERS

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A WARM WELCOME TO OUR OWNERS & TRAINERS

Owners and Trainers Benefits

• Complimentary tea and coffee – available in the Owners and Trainers bar

• Complimentary food voucher – redeemable within the Charles Brandling Room situated on the 1st floor of Brandling House.

If you need assistance today please speak to our Owners & Trainers liaison, based in the Charles Brandling Room. For more information please visit www.newcastle-racecourse.co.uk www.arenaracingcompany.co.uk

SECOND RACE 3.00

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 62YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES

THE VIRGIN BET A GOOD BET MARES’ 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)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D McCain (20 wins from 105 runners, 19%) runs I C U IN MY DREAMS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (3 wins from 21 runners, 14%) runs I C U IN MY DREAMS LONGEST TRAVELLER: DAME IN DISGUISE trained by M Young, Sneads Green, 259 miles.

I C U IN MY DREAMS has made the frame in all 3 of her starts Rules so far and she sets the standard based on her runner-up effort at Doncaster on hurdling debut She could be ready to get off the mark, though Cappa Lass is one to note as she starts off over hurdles, with Lipstick Traces also considered

C U IN MY DREAMS (IRE) 2.CAPPA LASS (IRE) 3.LIPSTICK TRACES (IRE)

colours no horse age st lb

1 CAPPA LASS (IRE) (359) P2-

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Cuditbelucky (IRE)

5 11-5

Charlie Todd

Clap The Lass Racing Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Br KCS Bloodstock Ltd Dodson & Horrell Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW £9,500 3-y-o, £30,000 4-y-o, Walk In The Park mare. Half-sister to useful hurdler Cottesloe Sunshine Runner-up on completed start in Irish points in April last year and she’s an interesting contender for yard capable of readying a hurdling newcomer (wears hood) TFRHHHHI BHA-

2 CURIOUS MRS FOX (GB) (186)

B m Dragon Dancer - Crimson Skies (IRE)

The Red and White Stripes

Br John Joseph Davies

5 11-5

Joshua Thompson (5)

David Thompson, Darlington

TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden handicapper on Flat (stays 1 1/4m) who ended 2025 out of form, last of 8 in handicap at this course on final outing in September Off 6 months ahead of hurdling debut TFRHHIII BHA-

3 DAME IN DISGUISE (IRE) (12) 0400

B m Getaway (GER) - Dame O’Neill (IRE)

5 11-5

Murray Dodd (7)

Mr Max Young Max Young, Sneads Green

Br Maurice Smiddy

TIMEFORMVIEWWell beaten in a trio of bumpers and fared no better sent hurdling when ninth of 12 in mares maiden at Ludlow 12 days ago. Bred to stay this longer distance but plenty of improvement required. TFRHHIII BHA-

4 I C U IN MY DREAMS (IRE) (18) 0-1242

Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Chisholm Trail (IRE)

Craig & Laura Buckingham

6 11-5

Theo Gillard

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Br Mary M. Brennan Manor Farm Bloodstock

TIMEFORMVIEWIrish point winner who made the frame both starts in bumpers, at this course on the second occasion, and was beaten only by the odds-on favourite in 6-runner mares maiden at Doncaster on hurdles bow 18 days ago. Leading contender with longer trip to suit. TFRHHHHH BHA-

5 LADY LUCKY (GB) (89) PP

B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Leaderofthedance

8 11-5

Peter Kavanagh

Mr Andrew Gale Jessica Bedi, Yarm

Br T. J. Whitley

TIMEFORM VIEW Has offered little in 2 novice hurdles at Catterick. TFRHIIII BHA-

6

LIPSTICK TRACES

(IRE) (17) 2-32455

6 11-5

B m Califet (FR) - Western Goose (IRE) Callum Bewley

Mrs Pauline Southerington Justin Landy, Leyburn

Br Keith Douglas

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up twice from 3 starts in bumpers. Fourth of 15 in mares maiden on Worcester on hurdling debut but hasn’t progressed since, returning from 6 months off when mid-field in novice here 17 days ago. However, she’s bred to be suited by this longer trip TFRHHHHI BHA94

7 R KRISTA (GB) (49) 065

5 11-5

B m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Ch’ti Diamond (FR) Charlotte Jones

Mr N. Hooton James Moffatt, Cartmel

Br David Futter

TIMEFORM VIEW Has finished down the field all 3 starts in bumpers, always behind when fifth of 7 at Ayr on latest outing in February. Needs to leave those efforts behind as she goes up in trip for hurdles bow. TFRHHHII BHA-

B m Telescope (IRE) - Royal Present (IRE)

Ursa Major Racing, S Knowles & Partners

Br S. W. Knowles

6 11-5

Jamie Hamilton

Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Cube3 Construction

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual point winner but not much promise in 2 starts over hurdles, well held when eighth of 12 in novice over C&D at the beginning of the month. TFRHHIII BHA-

9 VALETTE (IRE) (75)

4P

B m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Quintara (IRE)

The Otterburn Racing Club

6 11-5

Nathan Moscrop

Susan Corbett, Otterburn

Br Ronan & James Griffin Finnies Heavy Haulage

TIMEFORMVIEWHinted at ability when fourth of 5 in novice hurdle at Sedgefield on debut but pulled up in mares maiden at Fairyhouse on next start in January. First run for yard after leaving Ian Patrick Donoghue TFRHHHII BHA-

2025: PARISIAN FASHION (IRE) 6 11 0 William Maggs EVENS (Rebecca Menzies) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Hood worn first time by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 6, 8.

Probable S.P’s: 5-4 I C U In My Dreams (IRE), 11-4 Cappa Lass (IRE), 11-2 Lipstick Traces (IRE), 11-1 Valette (IRE), 18-1 R Krista (GB), 40-1 Curious Mrs Fox (GB), Royal Maggs (GB), 66-1 Dame In Disguise (IRE), 100-1 Lady Lucky (GB)

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

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THIRD RACE 3.30

TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 7F 91YDS) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE CINCH SELF STORAGE

NOVICES’ 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 McCain (20 wins from 105 runners, 19%) runs CAHIER’S DEN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (3 wins from 21 runners, 14%) runs CAHIER’S DEN LONGEST TRAVELLER: SIR CARNEGIE trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 434 miles.

SIR CARNEGIE has been given a break, presumably to avoid winter ground, and might be able to add to his pair of chase wins in the autumn on his return to action. Cahier’s Den has performed with credit when reaching the frame on both starts over fences and can give Mickey Bowen’s charge most to do

1 CAHIER’S DEN (IRE) (33) 223-643

Ch g Idaho (IRE) - Caballo Sin Nombre (IRE)

David & Carol Shaw

Br J. Robinson & L. Byrne

6 12-0

Theo Gillard

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden under Rules but he has run well when reaching the frame in both handicap chases, latterly when stepped up to 3m at Wetherby Likely to go well TFRHHHHI BHA100

2 ROSA DIAZ (IRE) (20) 1-5450

6 11-11

B m Pillar Coral - Quine de Sivola (FR) Charlie Todd

Mr G. C. Myddelton Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Br Ballinaroone Stud Ltd Dodson & Horrell Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t progressed in 4 hurdles, including a handicap, but her point background provides the hope for better now chasing for the first time

3 SIR CARNEGIE (IRE) (125) 542114 CD

B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Sainte Careigne (FR)

TFRHHHII BHA97

6 11-10

Shane Fenelon (5)

Mr Mickey Bowen Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest

Br Michael Ennis

Peter and Karen Bowen Racing, Fairplay Exchange

TIMEFORMVIEWOff the mark over fences in a C&D handicap in October and followed up at Kelso 9 days later Given a break since a below-form fourth at Market Rasen at the end of November His mark still looks workable on those winning efforts. TFRHHHHH BHA96

4 FLORITA (IRE) (42) 54141P BF

B m Shirocco (GER) - Maca Rince (IRE)

8 11-4

Jonathan England

Sam England Racing Club Sam England, Guiseley

Br Ann McCarthy Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of a pair of Market Rasen handicap chases this winter but ran poorly (beaten by more than lack of stamina) when stepped up to 3m there 6 weeks ago. Bounce back needed TFRHHHII BHA90

5 LENNIE

GODBER (GB) (119)

0/04-5P5

Ch g Spanish Moon (USA) - Hiho Silver Lining

6 10-10

Conor Rabbitt (3)

Mr A. B. Hamilton Andrew Hamilton, Carluke

Br Tim Lane

TIMEFORMVIEW Poor form over hurdles for Step Cameron and Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies. Now switches to fences for the first time after another change of stable Also has a tongue tie added TFRHHIII BHA82

6 BENNYS JENNY (IRE) (25) 1/00-50P

7 10-2

B or Br m Lauro (GER) - Grange Oscar (IRE) Bruce Lynn

Mr Richard & Mrs Lisa Mcculloch N. W. Alexander, Kinneston

Br Edwin Carlisle Dem-Master Demolition Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner but has yet to show anything under Rules, including pulling up on Ayr chase/ handicap debut earlier this month. Too soon to write off but needs to find improvement TFRHHIII BHA74

7 AILL DUBH (IRE) (17) 31-UPP3 9 10-2

B g Shantou (USA) - Captain Carol (IRE)

Danny McMenamin The Cheltenham Trail Micky Hammond, Middleham

Br J. O’Connor & Burgage Stud Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden hurdler in Ireland Completed for the first time in handicap chases since coming to Britain when third of 10 over C&D (good to soft) 17 days ago. Needs to build on that now. TFRHHHII BHA73

2025: MOBILE MAMMA (IRE) 6 11 4 Jamie Hamilton 7-1 (Ruth Jefferson) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 7. Stewards Note:

FLORITA: Following its run on 17/2/2026 it was reported that the horse never travelled.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Sir Carnegie (IRE), 7-2 Cahier’s Den (IRE), 5-1 Florita (IRE), 7-1 Rosa Diaz (IRE), Aill Dubh (IRE), 12-1 Bennys Jenny (IRE), 16-1 Lennie Godber (GB)

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FOURTH RACE 4.00

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 62YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE BORDER MINSTREL NEW MENU HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)

Total prize fund

£10700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4322, 2nd £2160, 3rd £1081, 4th £540, 5th £270. (Penalty Value £5650.67)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J Candlish (14 wins from 57 runners, 25%) runs LAWRENNY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): L Russell & M Scudamore (2 wins from 27 runners, 7%) runs BOLD LIGHT

WEIGHTWATCHER: BOLD LIGHT won off a handicap mark of 123, his rating is now down 5lb to 118.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: RARE EDITION trained by C Longsdon, Chipping Norton, 249 miles.

In a contest where few arrive with compelling claims perhaps FINGAL’S HILL can land this race for the second-year running Smokeringinthedark had heavy ground as a possible excuse at Doncaster last time and might provide the main threat. Bold Light is on a good mark if bouncing back to form

1

B g Shirocco (GER) - Fingal’s Sister (IRE)

Mr P. G. Atkinson

Br J. Kinsella

Callum Bewley

Peter Atkinson, Northallerton

TIMEFORM VIEW In cracking form last spring, including a win in this race Another good effort here when runner-up over 2m on good to soft 17 days ago. Should go well again TFRHHHHH BHA130

2 RARE EDITION (IRE) (80) 4F-24P0

B g Califet (FR) - Quaspia (FR)

Pay The Bill Syndicate

Br Kenilworth House Stud

9 11-10

David Bass

Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

TIMEFORMVIEWGood second to the hugely progressive Thistle Ask over fences on his reappearance in October but hasn’t reproduced that form in his 3 outings since, including back hurdling in January. A first-time hood replaces the cheekpieces he wore last time TFRHHIII BHA126

3 LAWRENNY (GB) (139) 51221-P C 7 11-10

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Rare Ruby (IRE)

Sean Quinlan

Mrs Judith Ratcliff Jennie Candlish, Leek

Br Mrs Judith Ratcliff Equine Products UK Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWTook well to hurdling last season (won twice over 2m) but pulled up on Bangor reappearance in November and hasn’t been seen since. Hard to know what to expect TFRHHIII BHA126

4 GREAT PEPPER (FR) (9) 3-PU62P D 8 11-2

B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Parand (GER)

Mills Racing Syndicate One

On NON-RUNNER

James Moffatt, Cartmel

Br P. Noue & S.A.R.L. Ecurie Silgezam Mills Racing

TIMEFORMVIEW Dual hurdle winner Best effort over fences when second in 2m Ayr handicap in January but not in anything like the same form when pulled up at Carlisle 9 days ago. It remains to be seen if a return to hurdling sparks a quick revival. TFRHHIII BHA118

5 SMOKERINGINTHEDARK (IRE) (54) 43-2025 D 6 11-2

B g Shantou (USA) - Res Ipsa Loquitur (IRE)

Eddie Melville & Kenny Haughey

Danny McMenamin

Nicky Richards, Greystoke

Br Victor Connolly Kingdom Taverns, Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

TIMEFORMVIEWReturned to form when second of 9 in handicap at Musselburgh (good to soft) on New Year’s Day. Possibly unsuited by heavy ground when pulled up at Doncaster since Player on the Musselburgh form TFRHHHHI BHA118

6 HAARAR (GB) (11) 231140

B g Muhaarar - Interchange (IRE)

7 11-2

Jonathan England

Maximum Racing -Haarar Sam England, Guiseley

Br Clearwater Stud Ltd Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever when following his Haydock success in December with an emphatic victory in 11-runner Carlisle handicap in February but he’s struggled off higher marks twice since. TFRHHHII BHA118

7 BOLD LIGHT (IRE) (31) 6404U4 D 9 11-2

Ch g Leading Light (IRE) - Turmoss (FR)

Jack Power (5)

Mr J Scott Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross

Br Mr R. Bryan Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a productive 2024/25 campaign when a three-time scorer over hurdles. Has yet to fire this season but is well handicapped if recapturing his best form TFRHHHII BHA118

2025: FINGAL’S HILL (IRE) 9 11 0 Brian Hughes 11-4 (Peter Atkinson) 6 ran

RUNNERS 7 Hood worn first time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

Stewards Note: LAWRENNY: Following its run on 12/11/2025 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Fingal’s Hill (IRE), 4-1 Rare Edition (IRE), 6-1 Smokeringinthedark (IRE), Haarar (GB), 13-2 Lawrenny (GB), 9-1 Bold Light (IRE)

UNAUTHORISED BOOKMAKING

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HORSE AND JOCKEY WELFARE AT NEWCASTLE

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.newcastle-racecourse.co.uk

FIFTH RACE 4.30

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 19YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE BORDER MINSTREL SUNDAY LUNCH

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): N Alexander (7 wins from 87 runners, 8%) runs OZZY COSMO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Nicol (4 wins from 11 runners, 36%) runs PLAY BY THE RULES LONGEST TRAVELLER: EUCHAN FALLS trained by R M Smith, Galston, 154 miles.

The vote goes to CEOLWULF, who deserves to get his head back in front following a couple of solid efforts in defeat this season, notably chasing home a progressive one from a major yard at Wetherby where he put plenty of daylight between himself and the third. It was a rather thin race that Didntgotwenty won at Musselburgh but he did the job well and looks a big threat, while there were encouraging signs from Zumbi here recently and he is best of the rest

colours no horse age st lb

1 EL MUCHACHO (IRE) (12) 151F32 9 12-0

Gr g Walk In The Park (IRE) - La Segnora (FR)

T J Stubbins M E Sowersby

Br Mrs Dale Adams

William Maggs (3)

Mike Sowersby, Malton

Mike Sowersby Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWTwice a winner this season and put in another solid shift when collared close home at Sedgefield 12 days ago. 2lb nudge tolerable and, though not generally the most reliable of types, he’ll be a danger to all if able to back that up that Sedgefield effort here TFRHHHII BHA97

2 CEOLWULF (GB) (33) 3/215-22 D 10 11-10

Gr g Fame And Glory - Spieta (IRE)

James Bowen

Mr Chris McSharry Fionn McSharry, Sheriff Hutton

Br Distillery Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWOpened his account in a 6-runner Warwick handicap chase last spring and has found just the 1 too good both starts this season, latterly pulling clear of the rest when chasing home an in-form rival at Wetherby Leading claims. TFRHHHHH BHA93

3 OZZY COSMO (IRE)

(49) P3P-0P4

B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Lily Rock (IRE)

Turcan Adams Gilmour

7 11-7

Conor O’Farrell

N. W. Alexander, Kinneston

Br William Treacy Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Bagged 2m novice hurdle at Ayr on Rules debut in December 2023 but little to shout about since TFRHIIII BHA90

4

PASSENGERONTHESHIP (IRE)

Br g Pillar Coral - Canto Creek

John Birtles and Bill Allan

(17) 0/4222-0 7 11-6

Jonathan England

Sam England, Guiseley

Br Ballyhampshire Stud Ltd Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced in an Irish point and made the frame all 4 starts switched to handicaps last term Mid-field on belated reappearance here recently but entitled to come on for that run and he could have a part to play if his jumping passes the test now tackling fences. TFRHHHII BHA89

5 ZUMBI (GER) (17) 3/0-PP44 9 11-4

Gr g Reliable Man - Zalexa (GER)

Dave & Yvonne Simpson

Leah Noreci (10)

James Moffatt, Cartmel

Br Stall Garden Lounge Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWNovice hurdle winner back in 2022 and shaped as though starting to find his feet again when fourth in a 6-runner handicap chase here (2m, good to soft) 17 days ago. Down another 2lb and this step back up in trip will help, so there is some cause for optimism. TFRHHHII BHA87

6 DIDNTGOTWENTY (IRE) (44) 0-35521 D

Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Brogarais (IRE)

Mr J. W. Hazeldean

7 10-12

Sean Quinlan

Martin Todhunter, Penrith

Br Thomas Ward Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW Winless following 7 attempts over hurdles but opened chase account at the third attempt in good style at Musselburgh (2 1/2m, good to soft) last time 9lb rise doesn’t look prohibitive all things considered and he’s a strong candidate TFRHHHHI BHA81

7 CAVE HILL (GB) (40) 653603 CD 7 10-7

Ch g Universal (IRE) - Belfast Central (IRE) Callum Bewley

Stephen Sinclair & Ian Duncan Ian Duncan, Coylton

Br Ian Duncan & Stephen Sinclair Ian Duncan Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWHurdles winner here in December 2024 and off the mark in this sphere when gamely accounting for 9 rivals at Hexham last spring Appeared to be coming back to the boil when third at Sedgefield in December but has followed that with a string of lesser efforts. TFRHHIII BHA76

8

PLAY BY THE RULES (IRE)

B g Vocalised (USA) - Teodolite (IRE)

(516) 455554-

7 10-6

Ryan Mania

Molly and Paul Willis Adam Nicol, Seahouses

Br J. S. Bolger

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdles winner and record stands at 0-6 in this sphere. Given a chance by the handicapper but this debut for new yard comes on the back of a 17-month absence TFRHHHII BHA75

9

KINGSTON ROCK (IRE)

(49) 036-PPP

Gr g Kingston Hill - Rock High Lady (IRE)

Mr J L and Mrs H R Gledson

Br Maurice Geraghty

8 10-3

Edward Austin (5)

Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up all 3 starts this season and it’s not hard to look elsewhere.

10 SPUTNIK (IRE)

(69) P-52P6P D

B g Recital (FR) - Itlallendintears (IRE)

TFRHIIII BHA72

11 10-2

Peter Kavanagh

Mrs Barbara Butterworth Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland

Br Mr R. V. Hennelly

TIMEFORMVIEW Tumbled in the weights and took a step back in the right direction when second at Catterick in November However, he has failed to complete on 2 of his 3 subsequent starts and others make more appeal TFRHHIII BHA69

11 EUCHAN FALLS (IRE)

(25) 0PPPP4 D

Ch g Poet’s Voice - Miss Anneliese (IRE)

Blue Circle Racing

Br W. M. Johnstone

9 10-2

Danny McMenamin

R. Mike Smith, Galston

Dalcon Civil Engineering Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner back in 2023 but he’s a long-standing maiden in this sphere and looks up against it once more from 7lb out of the handicap. TFRHIIII BHA64

2025: EMPTY NEST (IRE) 7 11 13 Jamie Hamilton 2-1 (Mark Walford) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 5, 7, 8. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 10.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Didntgotwenty (IRE), 11-2 Ceolwulf (GB), 7-1 El Muchacho (IRE), 10-1 Passengerontheship (IRE), 11-1 Cave Hill (GB), 12-1 Zumbi (GER), 14-1 Play By The Rules (IRE), 28-1 Ozzy Cosmo (IRE), 33-1 Sputnik (IRE), 40-1 Euchan Falls (IRE), 80-1 Kingston Rock (IRE)

SIXTH RACE 5.00

TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F 62YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE FOLLOW @attheraces ON X 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): D Skelton (10 wins from 33 runners, 30%) runs TYSON TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (5 wins from 44 runners, 11%) runs TYSON LONGEST TRAVELLER: SLACK ALICE trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 434 miles.

TYSON caught the eye last time and is taken to come good at the fifth time of asking since joining Dan Skelton. Recent C&D 1-4 Fairly Fulling and Glory Hights can battle it out for minor honours with John Dawson’s Joto.

colours no horse age st lb

1 LONE STAR (GB) (201) P12P62 CD

B m Kayf Tara - Supreme Gem (IRE)

John Cornforth and Peter Rawcliffe

Br R. Johnson

9 12-0

Joe Williamson

Philip Kirby, Richmond

Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Market Rasen winner last summer Creditable second over 2 1/2m at Uttoxeter when last seen in September. Claims if ready to roll after 6 months off. TFRHHHII BHA97

2 TYSON (GER) (26) 4000P5

B or Br g Lord of England (GER) - Tinina (IRE)

The Blind Squirrels

6 11-10

Tristan Durrell

Dan Skelton, Alcester

Br U. Rominger Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden but hasn’t been with Dan Skelton for long and caught eye when fifth of 12 at Wincanton (2m, good to soft) last time Taken to build on that promise TFRHHHHH BHA93

3 SLACK ALICE (GB) (30) 420-045

B m Decorated Knight - Kuragina (IRE)

Paul Cairns Racing Limited

5 11-8

James Bowen

Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest

Br Paul Cairns Racing Limited Cairns Homes

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden in varied company but this is her first handicap hurdle and it wouldn’t be a surprise were she to step up on her previous efforts in this sphere now TFRHHHII BHA91

4 USHUAIA DANCER (GB) (674) 41P4/24- C

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Flushtown Vale (IRE)

Mr Justin Landy

Br Gingearmy

8 11-3

Callum Bewley

Justin Landy, Leyburn

TIMEFORM VIEW Absent since reaching the frame in a pair of handicap hurdles in May 2024 The betting should help guide as to what’s expected on this belated return. TFRHHIII BHA86

5 LADY PHOEBE (IRE) (28) P-06004

5 11-2

Gr m Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Best Be Careful (IRE) Ryan Mania

Ian Nicol Racing Adam Nicol, Seahouses

Br John Costello & Irish National Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest winner on Flat who has yet to make a significant impact over hurdles, beaten 17 lengths when fourth in C&D handicap (good to soft) 4 weeks ago. TFRHHIII BHA85

6 GLORY HIGHTS (GB) (17) PP0524

B g Fame And Glory - Lady Hight (FR)

Black And Red Racing

10 11-2

Danny McMenamin

Chris Grant, Billingham

Br Wood Farm Stud www.chrisgrantracing.com

TIMEFORMVIEWHasn’t finished out of the frame in 7 hurdle starts at this track, including second and fourth (to Fairly Fulling) over this trip in recent weeks. Likely to be in the shake-up again. TFRHHHHI BHA85

7 FAIRLY FULLING (IRE) (17) 402441 CD

8 11-1

B g Arcadio (GER) - Lonely Sky (IRE) Nathan Moscrop

Mr Gary Satchwell

Susan Corbett, Otterburn

Br W. Devereux Finnies Heavy Haulage

TIMEFORMVIEWFinally got off the mark over hurdles when seeing off 14 rivals (including Glory Hights) over C&D (good to soft) 17 days ago. Likely to remain very competitive off 7lb higher. TFRHHHHI BHA84

8 JOTO (GB) (35) 53-0333 BF

B m Dragon Dancer - McGregor’s Cottage (IRE)

Mrs D. W. Davenport

Br Mrs D W Davenport & Mr D Obank

6 10-6

Alice Stevens (3)

John Dawson, Saltburn

TIMEFORM VIEW Is 0-8 over hurdles but she has finished a creditable third in handicaps on her last 3 outings. Likely to be thereabouts again TFRHHHII BHA75

9 ROCK N ROLL CHAMP (IRE) (40) P05434

Ch g Champs Elysees - Another Pet (IRE)

8 10-4

Edward Austin (5)

Dave Skeldon & Sandy Forster Sandy Forster, Kelso

Br James Robinson

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden but was a respectable third in a C&D handicap at the end of January. Remote fourth returned to fences at Sedgefield and quickly back over the smaller obstacles. TFRHHHII BHA73

10 MR RUMBALICIOUS (IRE) (35)

B g Kodiac - Intaglia

25F00P

7 10-2

William Maggs (3)

The Fleet Street Partnership James Moffatt, Cartmel

Br Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since 2023 and pulled up on last month’s return from a break at Catterick. Hard to make a case for. TFRHHIII BHA71

2025:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 7, 8, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 7, 9. Stewards Note:

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

SLACK ALICE: Following its run on 1/3/2026 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed throughout.

ROCK N ROLL CHAMP: Following its run on 19/2/2026 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

MR RUMBALICIOUS: Following its run on 24/2/2026 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the step up.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Fairly Fulling (IRE), 11-2 Lone Star (GB), 6-1 Tyson (GER), 13-2 Ushuaia Dancer (GB), 8-1 Joto (GB), 9-1 Glory Hights (GB), 14-1 Lady Phoebe (IRE), 16-1 Slack Alice (GB), 22-1 Rock N Roll Champ (IRE), 50-1 Mr Rumbalicious (IRE)

APPROXIMATE ODDS

Odds Indicator Boards are now all marked “Approximate Odds’’ and all show the same approximate odds on offer at any given time before the start. It will be appreciated that these are intended as a guide and cannot necessarily reflect either the resultant S.P or the Tote Dividend of the winner

TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 190YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE VIRGIN BET CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ 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) A

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): M Hammond (15 wins from 152 runners, 10%) runs NOTTODAYBOBO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Nicol (4 wins from 11 runners, 36%) runs TRAVIS WHEATLEY

WEIGHTWATCHER: LADY BABS won off a handicap mark of 105, her rating is now down 9lb to 96.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: GREER HILL trained by J Candlish, Leek, 160 miles.

Preference is for TRAVIS WHEATLEY, who wasn’t seen to best effect at Musselburgh last time and could be able to take advantage of this drop in grade with cheekpieces applied Junkyard Dog and Book of Secrets complete the shortlist. 1-2-3:

colours no horse

1 ROARIN’ SUCCESS (GB) (35) 624

Ch m Roaring Lion (USA) - Random Success (IRE)

Hale Racing, Lyle Farming Company & Ptnr

NON-RUNNER

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Br Paul Inglett Bluegrass Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER TFRIIIII BHA100

2 BOOK OF SECRETS (IRE) (11) 020000 D 8 11-13

B g Free Eagle (IRE) - Alice Treasure (IRE)

Keith Hadwin & DJM

Br Renata Coleman & Irish National Stud

Leah Noreci (10)

James Moffatt, Cartmel

TIMEFORMVIEWGood second at Newton Abbot in September but hasn’t been in the same form since, finishing mid-field at Musselburgh 11 days ago. Drop back in grade could help, though, with tongue strap reapplied. TFRHHHII BHA99

3 LADY BABS (GB) (23) 1-P500F D

Br m Malinas (GER) - Jontys’lass

Ashgill Stud

Br Ashgill Stud

12 11-10

Conor Rabbitt

Andrew Crook, Leyburn

TIMEFORMVIEW Successful on 4 of last 5 starts in 2024/25 but has struggled for form this season However, there were better signs before departing at the last at Carlisle 23 days ago and she’s eased another 3lb in the weights TFRHHHII BHA96

4 NOTTODAYBOBO (IRE) (117) 5/-300P0

Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Takeyourcapoff (IRE)

8 11-9

Joshua Thompson (3)

Mrs Gemma Hogg Micky Hammond, Middleham

Br Francis & Christopher Donnelly Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWIrish maiden hurdle winner in 2023 and proved that ability remains intact following a lengthy absence when third on debut for this yard at Market Rasen in July Has gone backwards from that effort in 4 subsequent outings, though TFRHHIII BHA95

5 GREER HILL (IRE) (151) 2-006

B g Jet Away - She’s On The Case (IRE)

White Hart Racing & Chris Djuric

Br Parkville Stud

5 11-9

Luke Scott (3)

Jennie Candlish, Leek

Equine Products UK Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up sole outing in Irish points but down the field in 3 starts over hurdles so far, again jumping right when a well-beaten sixth of 9 in 2 1/2m novice at Uttoxeter when last seen in October. Market could be informative as he goes handicapping TFRHHHII BHA95

6 NEWPORT (GB) (21) 0313P3

B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Chamber Maid

6 11-8

Tom Midgley

URSA Major Racing & I Jardine Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Br Barton Stud Partnership Iain Jardine Racing Ltd, Fleece Kitchen & Bar

TIMEFORMVIEWWithout a win when trained in Ireland but successful on second start for current yard at Musselburgh in December Below form last 2 starts, though, never dangerous when third of 9 at Sedgefield on the back of a breathing operation 3 weeks ago. TFRHHHII BHA94

7 TRAVIS WHEATLEY (IRE) (11) 4F-4P60 6 11-8

B g Order of St George (IRE) - Bigzam d’Or (FR) Jack Power

D&D Armstrong Ltd Adam Nicol, Seahouses

Br Mr Alan Mackey

TIMEFORMVIEWStill looking for a first success over hurdles but went off too hard when mid-field in a well-contested handicap at Musselburgh 11 days ago. Remains early days for current yard and he can make his presence felt back down in grade with cheekpieces added. TFRHHHHH BHA94

8

NATZOR (FR) (26) 304-P

B g Almanzor (FR) - Natty (IRE)

Bolton Mill Racing III

Br Ecurie Euroling

6 11-5

Harry Atkins (3)

Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland

TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful on the Flat for David O’Meara and third in a Musselburgh maiden on stable/hurdling debut in February last year Struggled for form in the rest of 2025, including back on the level, but made the frame in handicap on the Flat here 26 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA91

9 ELLISTRIN BAY

(GB) (46) 3-PPP0

B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Ellistrin Belle

Ellistrin Partnership

7 11-1

Murray Dodd (3)

Donald Whillans, Hawick

Br Eileen & Ron Smith Sport of Kings

TIMEFORMVIEWThird of 5 in a Kelso bumper but hasn’t offered much over hurdles, completing for the first time when seventh of 11 in novice at Kelso in February. Has work to do as he makes handicap debut TFRHHIII BHA87

10 GLENRIDDING

(GB) (60) 055

Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Eminently

4 10-13

Tristan Durrell

Bart Ryan-Beswick & Warwick Ryan-Beswick Ewan Whillans, Hawick

Br Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook

TIMEFORMVIEWFair Flat winner for Daniel & Claire Kubler and showed more than on hurdles debut when fifth of 10 in juvenile at Musselburgh on New Year’s Day. However, in first-time hood he was well held at Catterick 2 months ago. Has something to find on handicap debut in this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA95

11 BLAZING ECHO (IRE) (38) 60P00

B g Tirwanako (FR) - Blaze of Humour (IRE)

5 10-11

Dominic Hislop (7)

Mr Semore Kurdi Eloise Quayle, Eachwick

Br Denis Phelan

TIMEFORMVIEW Little promise in a pair of bumpers and hasn’t fared any better over hurdles, eighth of 12 in maiden over C&D last time Has enough to prove on handicap bow. TFRHHIII BHA83

12 LITTLETOWN LAD (IRE)

(94) 3/04-000

B g Casamento (IRE) - Littletown Lass (IRE)

Racing To Profit Syndicate

6 10-9

Isabelle Ryder

Sam England, Guiseley

Br Valentine Cross Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWMade the frame on second of 2 starts in bumpers for Daragh Bourke. Little impact over hurdles for current yard this season, tenth of 11 in novice at Wetherby in December, but any market support should be noted as he goes handicapping with tongue strap fitted. TFRHHHII BHA81

13 JUNKYARD DOG

(IRE) (43) 34506

B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Gold Bracelet (IRE)

4 10-6

Dylan Johnston

A Sinclair, David Carroll & G Gibson Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Br Whisperview Trading Ltd Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWFair winner on the Flat but yet to recapture form shown when modest third on hurdle debut for Joseph O’Brien last summer, sixth of 9 in handicap at Carlisle 6 weeks ago. Has been given a chance by the handicapper, though, as he drops back in trip with blinkers added TFRHHHHI BHA88

14 DEFYING GRAVITY (GB) (120) 44-F000

Ch g Leading Light (IRE) - Newt

6 10-2

Shane Fenelon

Mr A. B. Hamilton Andrew Hamilton, Carluke

Br Richard Mathias

TIMEFORMVIEWIn the frame in a couple of points but has found things tough in a trio of starts over hurdles, tailed off in an Ayr novice when last seen in December (has had breathing operation since). Tongue strap applied, though he’s 10lb out of the weights for his first handicap. TFRHHIII BHA64

2025: WILD NEPHIN 6 11 5 Freddie Mitchell 7-2 (Ryan Potter) 9 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Blinkers worn first time by No. 13. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 12, 14. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7. Hood worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 8, 13. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 14. Stewards Note:

LITTLETOWN LAD: Following its run on 27/12/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free and jumped left.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Newport (GB), 5-1 Travis Wheatley (IRE), 7-1 Book of Secrets (IRE), 10-1 Junkyard Dog (IRE), 11-1 Greer Hill (IRE), Littletown Lad (IRE), 14-1 Glenridding (GB), 16-1 Lady Babs (GB), 28-1 Natzor (FR), Blazing Echo (IRE), 33-1 Ellistrin Bay (GB), Defying Gravity (GB), 40-1 Nottodaybobo (IRE)

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 2.30 - THE EQUINE PRODUCTS NH TRAINERS LEAGUE NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) 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 novice 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. March 29th. Penalties, after March 21st, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Equine Products 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 18 entries at £38. - Closed March 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3110; Second £1555; Third £778; Fourth £389; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37)

SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 3.00 - THE VIRGIN BET A GOOD BET MARES’ 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 fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, March 25th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 29th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 7lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb. Virgin Bet will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 12 entries at £50. - Closed March 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446)

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.30 - THE CINCH SELF STORAGE cinchstorage.co.uk NOVICES’ 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 novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, March 25th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 29th. Penalties, after March 21st, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Cinch Self Storage will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 12 entries at £30. - Closed March 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)

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Fourth Race 4.00 - THE BORDER MINSTREL NEW MENU HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5650 to the winning horse The second to receive £2600, the third £1300, the fourth £650 and the fifth £324. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £53 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £43 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 29th. Penalties, after March 21st, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The border Minstrel will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 11 entries, 1 at £10 and 10 at £53. - Closed March 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4322; Second £2160; Third £1081; Fourth £540; Fifth £270. (Penalty Value £5650.67)

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Fifth Race 4.30 - THE BORDER MINSTREL SUNDAY LUNCH HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, March 25th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 29th. Penalties, after March 21st, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The Border Minstrel 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 March 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)

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Sixth Race 5.00 - THE FOLLOW @attheraces ON X 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, March 25th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 29th. Penalties, after March 21st, 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 at £30. - Closed March 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)

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Seventh Race 5.35 - THE VIRGIN BET 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, March 25th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 29th. Penalties, after March 21st, 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 March 28th, 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. Virgin Bet will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 21 entries at £30. - Closed March 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) A SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

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