FIRST RACE 1.23
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 3F 188YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE FAIRLIGHT STUDIO WELCOMES THE SPRING NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GO NORTH NIGHT NURSE HURDLE SERIES QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J Candlish (19 wins from 121 runners, 16%) runs DUNKERQUE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G Elliott (13 wins from 70 runners, 19%) runs OPEN SECRET
LONGEST TRAVELLER: OPEN SECRET trained by G Elliott, Ireland.
Expensive point-recruit FollowYour Luck looked a decent prospect when making a winning Rules debut over this C&D 2 weeks ago and is the obvious danger in a thin race Dunkerque looks to be the closest threat.
1 DUNKERQUE (DEN) (16) 301455 6 11-12
Gr g Appel Au Maitre (FR) - Silver Seas (DEN)
Mr Shaun Henley
Br Stutteri Hjortebo
Sean Quinlan
Jennie Candlish, Leek
Equine Products UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWWon a maiden hurdle at Ballinrobe last summer for Gavin Cromwell and similar form in defeat since, including when fifth in handicap at Carlisle (40/1) on stable debut/return 16 days ago. Entitled to come on for that TFRHHHII BHA116
2 FOLLOW YOUR LUCK (IRE) (15) 41-1 CD
Ch g Mahler - Lenora (IRE)
Mrs Wilma Duffus
5 11-12
Brian Hughes
Patrick Neville, Leyburn
Br The Beeches Stud Ltd Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer who made a successful debut under Rules in 10-runner maiden hurdle at this C&D (9/2) 15 days ago, jumping well Open to improvement and not taken lightly TFRHHHHI BHA-
3 OPEN SECRET (GB) (26) 4214
5 11-12
B g Cracksman - Pulcinella (IRE) Non Runner
Mr Ray Stokes Gordon Elliott, Ireland
Br Godolphin Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott
NON-RUNNER
TIMEFORMVIEWClearly as good over hurdles as on the Flat, winning big-field maiden at Naas before taking another step forward upped in class when fourth of 7 in Grade 2 at Cheltenham (14/1) 26 days ago. Very strong claims back in an ordinary novice TFRHHHHH BHA131
4 FEARLESS DRAGON (GB) (15) 5-5
5 11-5
B g Dragon Dancer - Indian Empress Joe Williamson
N Jolley, J Barnard & C Kennedy Patrick Neville, Leyburn
Br Angela Bennett HR2day Ltd, Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Little promise in bumper/maiden hurdle 12 months apart TFRHIIII BHA-
5 MR RAMOON (IRE) (35) F64-0
B g Sea Moon - Lady Ramona (IRE)
6 11-5
Conor Rabbitt (3)
Samantha Toomes Susan Corbett, Otterburn
Br F. & B. Hatton Finnies Heavy Haulage
TIMEFORMVIEW Maiden pointer who was readily left behind once the race began in earnest in maiden hurdle at Newcastle 5 weeks ago. TFRHIIII BHA-
6 TEA BOY (IRE) (15) 2-550P
6 11-5
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Name For Fame (USA) Callum Bewley
Mr P. G. Atkinson
Br Butlersgrove Stud
Peter Atkinson, Northallerton
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to kick on in bumpers and no promise either start over hurdles. TFRHIIII BHA-
2025:MEETING ABANDONED DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.
Stewards Note: TEA BOY: Following its run on 4/2/2026 it was reported that the horse did not jump fluently.
Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Follow Your Luck (IRE), 4-1 Dunkerque (DEN), 33-1 Fearless Dragon (GB), 100-1 Mr Ramoon (IRE), 150-1 Tea Boy (IRE) ) 6) eland at forward
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SECOND RACE 1.58
TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 77YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE CANINE PREMIER FLEX PLUS JOINT SUPPLEMENT HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GO NORTH ONE MAN SERIES QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £8900 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449, 5th £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights lowered 6lb.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): M Hammond (28 wins from 240 runners, 12%) runs COUP DE COEUR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): B Pauling (6 wins from 21 runners, 29%) runs ROYSSE LONGEST TRAVELLER: ROYSSE trained by B Pauling, Naunton, 222 miles.
DOUBLE DIGITS already looks a better chaser than hurdler after his win over C&D 2 weeks ago and can defy a 7lb rise with further improvement very much on the cards Coup de Coeur was showing a bit more before unseating at Ayr last time so is feared most now close to his last winning mark.
1 GLEN ROAD (IRE) (35) 1-31146
Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Arts Theater (IRE)
7 11-8
Callum Bewley
Mrs S. Smith Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
Br Jill Kinsella Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWProgressive over hurdles, winning 4 times, including twice this season Low-key start over fences at Newcastle 5 weeks ago, not getting home Drop in trip not certain to suit given he’d previously looked a stayer TFRHHHII BHA118
2 DOUBLE DIGITS (GB) (15) 11-2041 CD 8 11-7
B g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Singing Bird (IRE)
Danny McMenamin
Mr Ian Hamilton Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Br Elwick Stud Hamilton
TIMEFORMVIEWIrish point/hurdles winner who left chase debut behind to win over C&D 15 days ago, suited by the strong pace dropped back to 2m having been well backed Up 7lb but that’s fully justified and his imposing physique suggests there could be even more to come TFRHHHHH BHA117
3 COUP DE COEUR (FR) (21) 121-35U C D 8 11-6
B g No Risk At All (FR) - Cesarine Palace (FR)
Brian Hughes
Mr John Burnett Micky Hammond, Middleham
Br Mr J. Gallorini & Mr C. Gallorini-Berger J & J Burnett Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Dual winner over fences last season Yet to hit top form this term but would have been placed had he not departed 3 out at Ayr 3 week ago. Back down to a good mark if on song. TFRHHHHI BHA116
4 ONE MILL HARBOUR (FR) (21) 15/11/-5P D 9 11-4
Gr g Diamond Boy (FR) - Kavusakan (FR)
Alan Doyle (3)
Mr Darren Naylor James Moffatt, Cartmel
Br J. C. Haimet & A. F. Peter Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWLooked progressive when winning 3 of first 4 handicap chase starts (last 2 for this yard). However, has struggled in a pair of outings over hurdles in recent months after 2 years off so plenty to prove back chasing. TFRHHIII BHA114
5 ROYSSE (GB) (55) 1P3-003 D
7 11-2
B g Kayf Tara - Rattlin Kielan Woods
The OA’s Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Mr R. F. Broad & Mr R. S. Bebb Fitzdares
TIMEFORMVIEWFree-going sort who won 3 points as well as a bumper and maiden hurdle but hasn’t shown much over fences this season, possibly flattered by his proximity in an unconventional race at Aintree last time Has had another breathing operation and his yard is at least in very good nick at the minute TFRHHHII BHA112
Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
Probable S.P’s: 10-11 Double Digits (GB), 9-2 Coup de Coeur (FR), 5-1 Roysse (GB), 15-2 Glen Road (IRE), 22-1 One Mill Harbour (FR)
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THIRD RACE 2.33
THREE MILES ABOUT THREE FURLONGS (3M 3F 9YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE SIGN
LEAD YOUR HORSE TO WATER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GO NORTH BRINDISI BREEZE SERIES QUALIFIER)
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): M Hammond (28 wins from 240 runners, 12%) runs SHIGHNESS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (6 wins from 37 runners, 16%) runs IVANE
LONGEST TRAVELLER: DWIGHT K SCHRUTE trained by Mr J Snowden, Lambourn, 258 miles.
BALLIN BAY was well suited by the return to positive tactics (both career victories gained from the front) when running out a decisive winner of a C&D handicap 2 weeks ago and, still low-mileage for an 8-y-o, he could well be up to defying a 3lb higher mark. Dwight K Schrute looks worth a crack at this trip judged on his latest Warwick third, whilst Forged Well is another to consider back over smaller obstacles
1 IVANE (FR) (31) 112426 C
B g Network (GER) - Uvanana (FR)
Keaveney & Butcher
Br E.A.R.L. Trinquet & M. & O. Trinquet
8 12-1
Mr Sam Lee (7)
James Owen, Newmarket
Keaveney Contractors LTD
TIMEFORMVIEWYet another good advert for James Owen, his third victory of this season coming in the Durham National here (29.2f) in October, Creditable efforts on 3 of his 4 subsequent runs in that sphere and lower mark to operate from back over smaller obstacles. TFRHHHII BHA116
2 DWIGHT K SCHRUTE (GB) (27) 10-3F43
B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Artofmen (FR)
Apache Star Racing
7 11-12
Gavin Sheehan
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Br Mr & Mrs D. Futter BetVictor
TIMEFORMVIEWFontwell maiden hurdle winner (19f) who was much more convincing in the jumping department reunited with Sheehan/ equipped with cheekpieces when third of 9 in handicap hurdle at Warwick (25f, soft) 27 days ago. TFRHHHHI BHA113
3 SPIKE JONES (GB) (19) 6-23F04
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Mathine (FR)
Drinkwater Family & Cheltenham Boys
9 11-12
Mr Sam Burton (7)
Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham
Br Mr J. L. Lightfoot Solstice
TIMEFORMVIEWFour-time hurdles winner who returned with fine placed efforts at Lingfield/Cheltenham Probably in better heart than recent form figures suggest, fourth in a much stronger handicap at Sandown (23.5f) 19 days ago. Given a chance by the assessor ahead of this TFRHHHII BHA113
4
FORGED WELL
(IRE) (18) 03-6F1U
B g Jet Away - Forge Field (IRE)
7 11-9
Ryan Mania
Mrs Suzy Brown & Mr Peter R Brown Martin Todhunter, Penrith
Br Patrick J. Doyle Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner who’s been chasing this season, scoring in decisive fashion at Musselburgh at Christmas. Unseated early there next time, and interesting back over hurdles off lower mark. TFRHHHHI BHA110
5 SHIGHNESS (GB) (23) P2P-566
9 11-4
B m Passing Glance - Sharwakom (IRE) Brian Hughes
The Golden Cuckoo
Br Mrs Glenda Swinglehurst
Micky Hammond, Middleham
Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Badly out of sorts over fences this season and stretching it to believe a switch of headgear will have much of an effect returned to hurdling. TFRHHIII BHA105
6 GUERNESEY (FR) (20) 40-6224
Gr g Martaline - Myrtille Jersey (FR)
10 10-11
Joshua Thompson (5)
Mrs Jackie Stephen Jackie Stephen, Melrose
Br Ecurie Carrie Jean-Michel et al Carden Livestock Co
TIMEFORMVIEWOut-and-out stayer who ran his best race of the season when runner-up at Hexham (23.3f) in December Sharp track seemed against him when a staying-on fourth at Catterick (25.3f) latest and, whilst this trip is worth exploring, his losing run stretches back to 2022
7 BALLIN BAY (IRE) (15) 643-P41 CD
B or Br g Milan - Ballinahow Ann (IRE)
Love To Race Partnership
TFRHHIII BHA98
8 10-11
Nathan Moscrop
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br Noel McLoughlin Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORMVIEWRelativelylightlyracedforhisageandheconfirmedpromiseofhisWetherbyfourthunderapositiveridewhendoublinghiscareertallyin7-runner C&D handicap 2 weeks ago, responding well 3lb rise shouldn’t prevent him making a bold bid now equipped with cheekpieces. TFRHHHHH BHA98
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DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7. Visor worn by No. 1, 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 5, 6.
Stewards Note:
IVANE: Following its run on 19/1/2026 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.
DWIGHT K SCHRUTE: Following its run on 23/1/2026 it was reported that the horse lost its left-fore shoe.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Forged Well (IRE), 7-2 Ballin Bay (IRE), 9-2 Dwight K Schrute (GB), 6-1 Ivane (FR), Spike Jones (GB), 9-1 Guernesey (FR), 22-1 Shighness (GB) RACE
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FOURTH RACE 3.08
THREE MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (3M 2F 59YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE SEASIDE TRAVEL SPECTACULAR SHORELINE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (GO NORTH RED RUM SERIES QUALIFIER)
Total prize fund
£6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): M Hammond (28 wins from 240 runners, 12%) runs COMMUNITY REBEL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Hammond (1 win from 13 runners, 8%) runs COMMUNITY REBEL LONGEST TRAVELLER: GETAWAY GLORY trained by O Greenall & J Guerriero, Malpas, 157 miles.
DEFENCE WITNESS looks to have been found a weak race to follow up last month’s Catterick success Getaway Glory was tailed off in that same race, but he was returning from a lengthy absence so could give the selection something to think about in reapplied headgear.
1 DEFENCE WITNESS (IRE) (29) 0-15321
Br g Court Cave (IRE) - Colleen Dubh (IRE)
7 12-0
Jonathan England URSA Major -England
Sam England, Guiseley
Br Brian and Mrs Bronagh Lawler Adra Projects Ltd, Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd TIMEFORMVIEWGot off the mark over fences at Cartmel in May and doubled his tally in 12-runner handicap over 25f at Catterick (5/1) last month, benefiting from the step back up in trip Not fully exposed as a stayer and looks to have been found a weak race bidding to follow up TFRHHHHH BHA94
2 GETAWAY GLORY (GB) (29) 32302-0
B g Getaway (GER) - Milan Athlete (IRE)
7 12-0
Craig Nichol Racing To Profit Syndicate 2 & Partner
Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br Mr W. Kinsey Dodson & Horrell Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWGenerally consistent performer (won over 3m at Huntingdon in April 2024) but offered little after 16 months off at Catterick last month. Has his usual cheekpieces back on and should be sharper now TFRHHHHI BHA94
3
BALLYDANGAN
(IRE) (53) 31314P
B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - She’s Our Banker (IRE)
9 11-3
Peter Kavanagh
Mr H. Burns Hugh Burns, Alnwick
Br Michael Fennessy
TIMEFORMVIEWDidn’t show much in a handful of runs for Dan Skelton but was in fine form for his current yard through the summer/early autumn, winning twice over 3m at Hexham Pulled up after 12 weeks off at Catterick over Christmas so will need to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA83
4
COMMUNITY REBEL
(IRE) (62) 50P6UP
B g Asian Heights - Cnocbui Cailin (IRE)
10 10-10
Brian Hughes
Mr Aleem Kanji Micky Hammond, Middleham
Br Mr James O’Donovan Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWPoint/hurdles winner who was placed in a couple of chases for James Ewart but there have been few positives to take from his efforts for present connections. Has plummeted down the weights, though, and Brian Hughes taking over from a 7-lb claimer does catch the eye. TFRHHIII BHA76
5 GOODOLDBILL (GB) (35) P00-P0P
B g Leading Light (IRE) - Golden Sunbird (IRE)
10 10-2
Charlie Maggs (5)
Mrs J. M. Walton Jane Walton, Otterburn
Br R. T. Crellin Dunns Houses
TIMEFORMVIEW Yet to make an impact since his narrow breakthrough success in a 23f handicap chase at Newcastle in November 2023 TFRHIIII BHA67
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2.
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
Probable S.P’s: 1-2 Defence Witness (IRE), 9-2 Getaway Glory (GB), 17-2 Community Rebel (IRE), 16-1 Ballydangan (IRE), 50-1 Goodoldbill (GB)
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FIFTH RACE 3.43
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 3F 188YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE HAPPY BIRTHDAY BECCA HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (GO NORTH CAB ON TARGET SERIES QUALIFIER)
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): J Candlish (19 wins from 121 runners, 16%) runs THANK YOU BLUE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (6 wins from 37 runners, 16%) runs A MERE BAGATELLE LONGEST TRAVELLER: ALIDAM trained by Mrs S Leech, Westbury-on-Severn, 246 miles.
THANK YOU BLUE won decisively over C&D 15 days ago and can go well again despite a 5lb rise Dearkeithandkaty confirmed earlier promise when scoring over 3m at Musselburgh 18 days ago and should again be thereabouts despite dropping back in distance, whilst Alidam and My Boy Christy are potential improvers in a competitive handicap for the grade
1 THANK YOU BLUE (GB) (15) 554401 CD 9 12-0
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Tara Potter Lewis Stones (3)
Mr Alan Baxter Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br James & Jean Potter Equine Products UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Well supported when capitalised on a falling mark over C&D (7 runners, 4/1) 15 days ago, value at least a couple of lengths extra after idling in front. Up 5lb but still looks on a handy mark. TFRHHHHH BHA105
2 NORTH PARADE (IRE) (61) 040-044 C D 11 12-0
Br g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Retain That Magic (IRE) Oscar Palmer (7)
Mrs S. Smith Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
Br Mr D. Kennedy Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWPoor jumper who found test barely adequate when fourth of 9 in a handicap hurdle at Haydock (11/1) 61 days ago. Tried in cheekpieces now and should run his race down in grade TFRHHHII BHA105
3 A MERE BAGATELLE (IRE) (14) 21P-402 D 9 12-0
B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Passionforfashion (IRE)
Alex Chadwick (3)
Mr Alan Herbert James Owen, Newmarket
Br Mrs P. O’Rourke Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Just his third start for an excellent yard when second of 5 in handicap at Lingfield (4/1) 14 days ago. Return to a longer trip should suit but this is a deeper race TFRHHHII BHA105
4 DEARKEITHANDKATY
(FR) (18) 43-0421
B g Walzertakt (GER) - Astraye (FR)
5 11-12
Jonjo O’Neill Jr. Atlantic Fish (Wholesale) Ltd
Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Mme Philippe Morruzzi & Mr Philippe Morr Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive sort who improved again when scoring at Musselburgh (10/3) 18 days ago over 23.8f, justifying strong support upped in trip Drop back in distance here potentially not ideal but likely remains on a handy mark. TFRHHHHI BHA103
5 AVALON BEACH (IRE) (20) 451523 C
B g Mahler - Loadsapromise (IRE)
Mr G. F. White
Br The Beeches Stud Ltd
7 11-11
Danny McMenamin
Chris Grant, Billingham
TIMEFORMVIEW Won at Sedgefield (16.8f) in November and bumped into one when runner-up at Wetherby on Boxing Day. Ran a strange race when staying-on third of 7 in handicap at Catterick 20 days ago but arrives in good heart. TFRHHHII BHA102
6 LES’S LEGACY (GB) (29) 251P60 D
B g Kutub (IRE) - Morning With Ivan (IRE)
Tweed Valley Racing & Susan Corbett
9 11-11
Nathan Moscrop
Susan Corbett, Otterburn
Br Mr Les Richards Simpsons Malt Ltd, J e Douglas & Sons
TIMEFORM VIEW Has struggled since a fortunate success at Hexham in June, though perhaps needed the run last time after 11 weeks off. Seems best at Kelso/Hexham TFRHHIII BHA102
7 ALIDAM (FR) (14) 2-03P03 5 11-11
B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Astaradame (FR)
Conor Rabbitt (3)
Mr John Griffin Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn
Br Mr R Corveller W & S Recycling
TIMEFORMVIEW Fair form when placed on 3 of 4 hurdle starts in France First form in Britain when third of 7 on handicap bow at Huntingdon (33/1) 14 days ago, having the race run to suit. Could have more to offer back up in trip TFRHHHHI BHA102
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8
BENEFIT BEN (IRE) (18) 0-15156 CD
Ch g Ocovango - Benefit Scheme (IRE)
8 11-10
Joshua Thompson (5)
D & D Armstrong Ltd & Mr L Westwood Adam Nicol, Seahouses
Br Mr P. Murphy
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner who produced a career best when opening his chase account at Musselburgh in December Underperformed for the second successive start back over hurdles at same course 18 days ago, but does at least drop back down slightly in grade here. TFRHHHII BHA101
9 TREAD SOFTLY NOW (GB) (37) 021P24
B m Champs Elysees - Watch Closely Now (IRE)
7 11-8
Charlie Maggs (5)
Stephen Sinclair & Ian Duncan Ian Duncan, Coylton
Br Ian Duncan & Stephen Sinclair Ian Duncan Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWOpened account for the season at Ayr (19.5f) in November and produced a career best when second at Kelso following month. Perhaps unsuited by shorter trip when only fourth of 9 at Ayr (11/4) last time, and returns to a more suitable distance here TFRHHHII BHA99
10 JAKANA (IRE) (9) 5005PP CD
Ch m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Golden Firth (IRE)
7 11-2
Conor O’Farrell
Mr A Kerr Mr L Kerr Leonard Kerr, Irvine
Br Mrs Juliet Brown
TIMEFORM VIEW Increasingly
temperamental mare who’s shown very little since the summer Now tried in blinkers having been pulled up in cheekpieces the last twice. TFRHIIII BHA93 (-3)
11 LADY PHOEBE (IRE) (35) P-060
5 10-13
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 Down the field on handicap debut at Newcastle (50/1) 35 days ago, not convincing with her jumping TFRHHIII BHA90
12 MY BOY CHRISTY (IRE) (98) 00-40
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Alderimli (IRE)
6 10-12
Craig Nichol
Richie Kenneally and John Lambe Ewan Whillans, Hawick
Br Oldcourt Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed ability when fourth of 11 in novice hurdle at Wexford (16.4f, soft) in October (flashed tail late on) but well beaten on handicap debut/final start for Liam G O’Brien New yard can do well with new recruits and worth a market check on return. TFRHHHII BHA89
DECLARED RUNNERS 12
Blinkers worn first time by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2, 7. Visor worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 7. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 9. Stewards Note:
AVALON BEACH: Following its run on 30/1/2026 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.
JAKANA: Following its run on 10/2/2026 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Dearkeithandkaty (FR), 13-2 Thank You Blue (GB), 8-1 Benefit Ben (IRE), 9-1 North Parade (IRE), 10-1 A Mere Bagatelle (IRE), Alidam (FR), 12-1 Avalon Beach (IRE), Tread Softly Now (GB), My Boy Christy (IRE), 20-1 Lady Phoebe (IRE), 50-1 Les’s Legacy (GB), 150-1 Jakana (IRE) RACE RESULT:
SIXTH RACE 4.17
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2M 5F 28YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE PAXTONS NO1 CASEIH DEALER 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): M Hammond (28 wins from 240 runners, 12%) runs HALPHA SOLEIL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J & A O’Neill (5 wins from 21 runners, 24%) runs MERSEY STREET LONGEST TRAVELLER: MERSEY STREET trained by J & A O’Neill, Cheltenham, 230 miles.
MERSEY STREET arguably did well under the circumstances when getting off the mark over fences here on his most recent outing, responding well to see of a late challenger having got racing with the third a long way out. He remains unexposed and can follow up. Too Cool Forshrule was strong in the betting when unseating at the first in the aforementioned race and is second choice with his previous form working out Cave Hill may fare best of the rest
1 HALPHA SOLEIL (FR) (14) 205053 C 9 12-0
Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - Toi Et Le Soleil (FR)
T I S PARTNERSHIP
Br S.C.E.A. de La Perrigne, D. Powell, V. R
Joshua Thompson (5)
Micky Hammond, Middleham
Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Bumper/hurdles winner but yet to score in 12 starts over fences and, while he ran better than for a while (on the back of a breathing operation) when third at Doncaster on latest start, he arguably should have won having been presented with a golden opportunity when the favourite exited 4 out. TFRHHHII BHA100
2 TOO COOL FORSHRULE (IRE)
B g Watar (IRE) - Shrule Girl (IRE)
Jackie Stephen Racing Club
(15) U1653U BF 7 11-10
Brian Hughes
Jackie Stephen, Melrose
Br Mr James Cosgrave Carden Livestock Co
TIMEFORMVIEWResumed winning ways at Ayr (20.5f) in November and returned to a similar level when third at Newcastle 3 starts later Strong in the betting when unseating his rider in soft fashion at the first here on most recent outing. Interesting to see if the money comes for him again. TFRHHHHI BHA96
3 MERSEY STREET (IRE) (15) 4352F1 C
B g Califet (FR) - Seeking Susan (IRE)
The Iveragh Syndicate
8 11-4
Jonjo O’Neill Jr
Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br J. H. Kidd Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEWTook a step forward to get off the mark over fences here (19.3f) earlier in the month, making all under an aggressive ride Step back up in trip shouldn£ t be a problem and has sound claims of following up from a 6lb higher mark. TFRHHHHH BHA90
4
UNCLE
AL (IRE) (25) 025166 CD
B g Leading Light (IRE) - Milling Road (IRE)
7 10-12
Conor Rabbitt (3) Peak Racing Jessica Bedi, Yarm
Br Mr Joseph Roche
TIMEFORM VIEW Got up late in a C&D handicap in December when fitted with first-time cheekpieces. However, the headgear hasn’t had the same effect either start since TFRHHHII BHA84
5 CAVE HILL (GB) (16) 165360
Ch g Universal (IRE) - Belfast Central (IRE)
Stephen Sinclair & Ian Duncan
7 10-6
Alan Doyle (3)
Ian Duncan, Coylton
Br Ian Duncan & Stephen Sinclair Ian Duncan Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Ran creditably in first-time cheekpieces when third of 7 in a C&D handicap in December but was too free in a change of headgear (first-time visor) at Carlisle on latest start, finishing tired. TFRHHHII BHA78
6 ROCK N ROLL CHAMP (IRE) (23) 4P0543
Ch g Champs Elysees - Another Pet (IRE)
8 10-2
Edward Austin (5) Dave Skeldon & Sandy Forster Sandy Forster, Kelso
Br James Robinson
TIMEFORMVIEWHas been running respectably over hurdles but, though bred to make a better chaser, was let down by his jumping when pulled up at Hexham on most recent outing over fences last summer TFRHHIII BHA74
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
Blinkers worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4, 5, 6.
Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Mersey Street (IRE), 10-3 Too Cool Forshrule (IRE), 11-2 Halpha Soleil (FR), 7-1 Cave Hill (GB), 15-2 Uncle Al (IRE), 33-1 Rock N Roll Champ (IRE)
KEY Owner Breeding
Breeder
Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br
1-2-3: 1.MERSEY STREET (IRE) 2.TOO COOL FORSHRULE (IRE) 3.CAVE HILL
HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £112,869 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 1st January to 27th March 2026.
TUE 10 MAR
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 1.23 - THE FAIRLIGHT STUDIO WELCOMES THE SPRING NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Night Nurse Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, February 13th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 17th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 5lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. The sponsors of the race 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. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Night Nurse Hurdle Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Musselburgh on 20th March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Night Nurse Series qualifier. 18 entries at £50. - Closed February 13th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)
SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 1.58 - THE CANINE PREMIER FLEX PLUS JOINT SUPPLEMENT HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North One Man Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4700 to the winning horse The second to receive £2162, the third £1081, the fourth £541 and the fifth £269. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £44 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 17th. Penalties, after February 7th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The sponsors of this race 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. This race is a qualifier for the Go North One Man Series Final, to be run over a distance of 2m at Carlisle on 22nd March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North One Man Series qualifier 9 entries at £44. - Closed February 13th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights lowered 6lb.
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.33 - THE SIGN LEAD YOUR HORSE TO WATER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Qualifier) 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. February 17th. Penalties, after February 7th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The sponsors of this sponsors 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. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Final, to be run over a distance of abt 3m at Musselburgh on 20th March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Brindisi Breeze Series qualifier. 11 entries at £38. - Closed February 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.
Fourth Race 3.08 - THE SEASIDE TRAVEL SPECTACULAR SHORELINE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North Red Rum Series Qualifier) 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, February 13th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 17th. Penalties, after February 7th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The sponsors of this race 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. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Red Rum Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 3m at Carlisle on 22nd March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Red Rum Series qualifier. 12 entries at £30. - Closed February 13th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 19 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 3.43 - THE HAPPY BIRTHDAY BECCA HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier) 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 0-105. Enter by noon, February 13th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 17th. Penalties, after February 7th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. The sponsors of this race 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 This race is a qualifier for the Go North Cab On Target Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Kelso on 21st March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Cab On Target Series qualifier 24 entries at £30. - Closed February 13th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.17 - THE PAXTONS NO1 CASEIH DEALER 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, February 13th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 17th. Penalties, after February 7th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. The sponsors of this race 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 10 entries at £30. - Closed February 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.
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