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2RUNSWICKDAYS(IRE) (29) 365-222
Bg Presenting- Miss Lauren Dee (IRE)
weight st-lbs
711-10
BrianHughes
Mr John Wade John Wade, Sedgefield
B. KavanaghJohnWade(Haulage) Limited Br
TFRHHHHH BHA86
TIMEFORMVIEW Has finished runner-up on his last 3outings,mostrecentlybehind Montoya’sSon (winner again since) over C&D,and is likelytocontinue in form.
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 HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. HIIII Can be given little or no chance.
Runswick Days won The Santander In Memory of Robert Forster Handicap Steeple Chase at Sedgefield on Tuesday 11th November 2014.
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CHELTENHAM 1.20 2m 87y
THE SKY BET SUPREME NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE)
for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund
O Gigginstown House Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Mrs Karine Perreau Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott S TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulbumperwinnerandquicklyreachedasimilarstandardoverhurdles,winningPunchestownmaidenandGrade2RoyalBondatFairyhouseinNovember Bettereffort in2mGrade1novicesatLeopardstownsincewhen61/2lengthsfourthtoTalkTheTalklastmonth.JackKennedyprefersElCairos. TFRHHHII BHA145
5 LEADER D’ALLIER (FR) (43) 1-11121 D
Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Fromentine (FR)
O Mr Michael Hilary Burke
B Mr Yves Maupoil
5 11-7
P. Townend J
W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple bumper winner in France for Mathieu Pitart. Promising second in Leopardstown maiden on hurdle debut having joined Willie Mullins and easily landed short odds at Punchestown (2m, heavy) since. Potentially smart TFRHHHII BHA-
6 MIGHTY PARK (IRE) (54) 2-1 D 5 11-7
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Knotted Midge (IRE)
B M. Fogarty Unibet S TIMEFORMVIEWFailedtowin3bumpersforPaulNichollslastseasonbuthascreatedafirst-rateimpressionwhenwinningall3hurdlestartsforNickyHenderson. Powered18lengthsclearinHaydockGrade2lasttimeandhe’llbehardtobeatwithfurtherprogresslikely
9 SAGEBOROUGH (FR) (100) 10 D 5 11-7
Br B g Martinborough (JPN) - Sage Dance (FR)
Sean O’Keeffe J
O Browne & Coffey Families Paul Nolan, Ireland T
B Mrs Laura Gladysz
TIMEFORMVIEW Madeawinningdebutin14-runnermaidenhurdleatWexfordinOctoberbutfoundthestepuptoGrade2company beyond him in the Royal Bond at Fairyhouse in November Pitched in even deeper 100 days on. Outsider TFRHIIII BHA-
10 SOBER GLORY (IRE) (31) 11-1411 D 6 11-7
Br B g Mount Nelson - Milan’s Fingal (IRE)
O Brocade Racing
B James Kinsella
TIMEFORMVIEW Madeit6winsfromonly7startsunderRuleswithanotherdominantdisplayfromthefrontatNewbury(2m,soft) 31 days ago. This is a rise in
Br B g Golden Horn - Above The Clouds (FR) Harry Cobden J
O H. O. S. Syndicate W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B Dayton Investments (Breeding) Limited TIMEFORMVIEWMadehishurdledebutintheTriumphatthismeetinglastyear,finishingseventh.UsefulformindefeatontheFlatlaterin2025andmadeasuccessful returntohurdlinginmaidencompanyatPunchestown(2m,heavy)lastmonth.Plentymorewillbeneededhere,though.
HHIII BHA134
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2025: KOPEK DES BORDES (FR) 5 11 7 P Townend 4-6 (W P Mullins) 11 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 12.
Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Old Park Star (IRE), 5-1 Mighty Park (IRE), 6-1 Talk The Talk (FR), 10-1 El Cairos (FR), 11-1 Mydaddypaddy (IRE), 14-1 Sober Glory (IRE), 16-1 Leader d’Allier (FR), 40-1 Baron Noir (IRE), 50-1 Eachtotheirown (IRE), 100-1 Koktail Brut (FR), Too Bossy For Us (IRE), 300-1 Sageborough (FR)
Nicky Henderson’s last 3 winners of the Supreme, Altior, Shishkin and Constitution Hill, have been out of the top drawer and OLD PARK STAR could be of a similar calibre himself judged on the way he quickened right away from very useful opposition at Haydock last time. This fluent-jumping 6-y-o has winning Cheltenham form already and can prove too strong for Mighty Park, who was hugely impressive on his Fairyhouse debut, and last month’s Leopardstown Grade 1 winner Talk The Talk. TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
PLAY SMARTER
MULTIPLES
FIRST RACE 1.38
TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 178YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE
FAIRLIGHT STUDIOS CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (GO NORTH SEA PIGEON 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 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D McCain (50 wins from 234 runners, 21%) runs LAHIRE
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D McCain (4 wins from 33 runners, 12%) runs LAHIRE
LONGEST TRAVELLER: LAHIRE trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 142 miles.
A few with chances but Patrick Neville’s COSMIC SOUL posted an excellent second at Perth when last seen hurdling and advertised his well-being with a recent victory on the Flat so earns the vote. Captain Cool exited early at Doncaster recently but had been in good nick prior to that and is next on the list, while Blackwater Lilly and Newport could also have a say.
1
6 12-0
B m Casamento (IRE) - Cuckoo’s Calling Joshua Thompson
Mr Joseph Bell & Partner Brian Ellison, Malton
Br Straightline Bloodstock
Brian Ellison Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Gained a deserved success in 2m Bangor maiden hurdle last May. Campaigned on the Flat since but well held both runs at Southwell in January. Makes handicap hurdle debut now and could get back on track. TFRHHHII BHA102
2 CAPTAIN COOL (IRE) (10) 32134U CD BF
B g Jet Away - Legal Proceedings (IRE)
A Baxter, Sowray & White Hart
6 11-13
Luke Scott (3)
Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br Margaret Kelly Equine Products UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWIrish point winner who opened his account over timber at Sedgefield (2m) in October. Cheekpieces on when a solid fourth at Musselburgh in January but unseated rider third at Doncaster last time Still enters calculations TFRHHHHI BHA101
3 NEWPORT (GB) (48) 40313P
B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Chamber Maid
6 11-7
Rian Corcoran (3)
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 yet quick to get off the mark for current yard at Musselburgh (2m) in December Pulled up in 2m Catterick handicap last time but could get back on track after undergoing a breathing operation since TFRHHHII BHA95
TIMEFORMVIEWBack to form under an enterprising ride on Flat at Southwell (2m) in January. Posted an excellent second in 2m Perth handicap when last seen in this sphere in September so merits serious consideration off a handy-looking mark TFRHHHHH BHA88
5 LAHIRE (FR) (68) 20F-04F CD
B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Arrivederla (IRE)
Bankhouse Thoroughbreds
Br Mr Christophe Jouandou
6 10-13
Charlie Maggs (3)
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner but it’s now 14 runs since his last success in 2023 and he fell heavily at the fifth in handicap hurdle at Catterick (2m) in January. Needs to bounce back after a break. TFRHHHII BHA87
6 WARRIOR LION (GB) (34) 00/000-P
Ch g Roaring Lion (USA) - Stroll Patrol
A. C. O’Keeffe
6 10-8
William Shanahan
Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br The Stroll Patrol Partnership Equine Products UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWLong-standing maiden on the Flat/hurdles. Recorded a solid second on the level at Wolverhampton in January but pulled up over C&D following month. Has something to prove now. TFRHHIII BHA82
7 JET APPROACH (IRE) (6) 35-500P
B g Jet Away - Shuil Milan (IRE)
Brian Ellison Racing Club
Br Michael Murphy
5 10-2
Conner McCann (3)
Brian Ellison, Malton
Brian Ellison Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Little promise shown in various company and a sizeable step forward in first-time blinkers will be needed if he’s to play a leading role here. TFRHHIII BHA75
TIMEFORMVIEW Dual winner on the Flat but remains a maiden over hurdles and form has gone the wrong way for current yard, pulled up in 2m Catterick handicap 48 days ago. Hard to warm to TFRHHIII BHA74
9 KING KODIAK (IRE) (2) 5U-0P03
B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Moscow Mistress (IRE)
Miss Maria D. Myco
7 10-2
Edward Austin
George Bewley, Colby
Br Lorcan Higgins Lloyd Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Usual haphazard jumping but managed to get placed when third at Carlisle (17f, 150/1) on Sunday That gives him something to build on now handicapping. TFRHHIII BHA66
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Blinkers worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 5, 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3. Stewards Note:
NEWPORT: Following its run on 21/1/2026 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Owners & Trainers have exclusive access of the Owners & Trainers Suite situated within the Roflow Stand where there is complimentary Tea/Coffee & Lunch. There is also a Restaurant inside the Paxtons Stand where tables are available at a discounted rate should you wish to upgrade Subject to availability.
for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £200000 Owners Prize Money 1st £86080, 2nd £35480, 3rd £17740, 4th £8880, 5th £4440, 6th £2220, 7th £1100. (Penalty Value £112540)
colours no horse
1 HANSARD
(IRE) (73) 000-412 D 8 11-7
Br B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Quiet Down (USA) Caoilin Quinn J
O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicates Hansard Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B Lynchbages Edgeridge Ltd & Glenvale Stud Olive Print & Graphics S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful handicap hurdler who stepped forward from his seasonal/chase debut when comfortably landing the odds in 3-runner maiden at Lingfield in December ImprovedagainwhensecondtoMambonumberfiveinGrade2WaywardLadatKemptonoverChristmasbutthisdemandsagooddealmore. TFRHHIII BHA137
2 JAX JUNIOR (GB) (17) 1-21411 C
Br B g Jack Hobbs - Double Storm
7 11-7
Tom Cannon J
O Cheryl Burton & Julian Lefevre Lucy Wadham, Newmarket T
B Mrs C R Burton Brown & Brown S TIMEFORMVIEWThree-timenovicehurdlewinnerlastseasonandhasshownevenbetterformwhennotchingthesamenumberofwinsoverfencesthistimeround, easilytakingGrade2PendilatKempton(20.5f,good)lasttime.He’ssmartbutthislooksanultra-strongrenewal. TFRHHIII BHA146
3 KOPEK DES BORDES (FR) (113)
1/111-41 CD 6 11-7
Br B g No Risk At All (FR) - Miss Berry (FR) P. Townend J
O Monabeg Investments Limited W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
Br B g Nirvana Du Berlais (FR) - Ejland (FR) Nico de Boinville J
O Mrs J Donnelly Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T
B Thierry Cypres Unibet S TIMEFORMVIEWOneoftheleadingjuvenilehurdlerslastseasonandhasrapidlydevelopedintoanevenbetterchaser,boltingupinSandownGrade1novicebefore readilydispatchingmoreexperiencedrivalsintheGrade2GameSpiritatNewburylastmonth.Willbehardtobeatagain. TFRHHHHH BHA163
TIMEFORM VIEW Very useful hurdler who has taken it up another notch since chasing, winning all 3 starts, including Grade 2s at Ascot (19f, good to soft) and Warwick (2m, soft). Looks capable of even better TFRHHHII BHA153
Two hugely exciting sorts clash here. LULAMBA has already had the chance to prove he’s a top-class novice chaser courtesy of a pair Graded wins and can put that experience to good use and see off last year’s Supreme hero Kopek des Bordes, who has been restricted to just the one run over fences. Kargese looks best of the rest in what promises to be a cracker
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LULAMBA (FR) 2.KOPEK DES BORDES (FR) 3.KARGESE (FR)
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SECOND RACE 2.18
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 3F 188YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE MOWDEN PARK RFC NOVICES’ HANDICAP
Total prize fund
HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
£6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Menzies (25 wins from 156 runners, 16%) runs STAR VANTAGE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Candlish (3 wins from 22 runners, 14%) runs SAINT POLO & SWINGFORTHEFENCE
LONGEST TRAVELLER: SHAN’T WAIT trained by C Longsdon, Chipping Norton, 222 miles.
SHAN’T WAIT has run well on his last 2 outings, both of which are supported by the timefigure, so he’s an appealing candidate now stepping back up to a trip which ought to suit Star Vantage is a long-standing maiden but shouldn’t be far away on the pick of his form, with Swingforthefence one of 2 interesting handicap debutants for Jennie Candlish.
1 SHAN’T WAIT (IRE) (53) 405-023 6
B g Shantou (USA) - Aloha Iwanaga (GER)
Gavin Sheehan
Miss S. Pilkington Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Br S. Lanigan-O’Keeffe Merriebelle Stable LLC
TIMEFORMVIEWImproved on the back of a breathing operation when second of 9 in 2m Southwell handicap in December and backed that up when third at Market Rasen the following month. Should be suited by return to longer trip now and must enter the reckoning TFRHHHHH BHA98
2 SAINT POLO (FR) (49) 560050
6 11-12
B g Storm The Stars (USA) - Une Royal (FR) I. J. Power
T & A Partnership Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br Richard & Yvette Godefroy
TIMEFORM VIEW Not knocked about when well held in novice/maiden hurdles and appeals as a potential improver now sent handicapping up in trip TFRHHHII BHA96
3 KLAPTON BOY (FR) (117) 2236-P
B g Brave Mansonnien (FR) - Choisille (FR)
Ms Victoria Cottingham
6 11-12
Tom Midgley (3)
Nick Kent, Brigg
Br Dr V. Michel Guiot Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWPlacedinpairof21/2mWetherbynovicehurdlesbutcouldonlymanagesixthof14onHuntingdonhandicaphurdledebutlastspring Hasthebackgroundforchasing but offered little on his first try in that sphere at Market Rasen when last seen in November and has undergone a breathing operation since TFRHHHII BHA96
4 SWINGFORTHEFENCE (IRE) (20)
3-000
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Sovereign Lass (IRE)
5 11-11
Sean Quinlan
Miss C. Dolan Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br Kevin Neville
Equine Products UK Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Made no impact in maiden/novice hurdles but could well raise his game now handicapping over further. Wears first-time cheekpieces.
5 WIND YOUR NECK IN (IRE) (14) 444022
Ch g Decorated Knight - Samite (USA)
Wyniers
Br Oghill House Stud
TFRHHHII BHA95
7 11-8
Jonathan England
Sam England, Guiseley
Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWRemains winless over hurdles (three-time Flat scorer) but this keen-going sort ran another fine race when second in 6-runner handicap at Catterick (19.3f, good to soft) on most recent outing, albeit seen to good effect
6 STAR VANTAGE (IRE) (73) 2F6465
B g Ocovango - Laura’s Star (IRE)
TFRHHHII BHA92
9 11-3
Charlie Maggs (3) Stoneleigh Racing
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br Miss Laura Sleator Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains difficult to win with the way he is ridden (0-30, including 27 defeats over hurdles) but he’s unlikely to be far away on the pick of his form back from a break.
7 DARTMHOR (GB) (42) 600P-34 BF
B g Dartmouth - Cinnomhor
Miss Alison P. Lee
TFRHHHHI BHA87
6 10-5
Brian Hughes
Chris Grant, Billingham
Br Miss Alison P. Lee www.chrisgrantracing.com
TIMEFORMVIEWModest maiden/novice form but he did at least make a better fist of things after 9 months off when third of 6 in a handicap here (21.2f, soft) in December, plugging on again from 2 out. Failed to repeat that effort at Newcastle next time, however TFRHHHII BHA75
2025: SUPER SAINT (FR) 6 11 11 Freddie Gingell 7-4 (Paul Nicholls) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 6.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Shan’t Wait (IRE), 3-1 Wind Your Neck In (IRE), 13-2 Star Vantage (IRE), 15-2 Swingforthefence (IRE), 10-1 Saint Polo (FR), Dartmhor (GB), 12-1 Klapton Boy (FR) RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE 1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH
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for juvenile four yrs old x Total prize fund £80000
Owners Prize Money 1st £34432, 2nd £14192, 3rd £7096, 4th £3552, 5th £1776, 6th £888, 7th £440, 8th £224. (Penalty Value £45016) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 27 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful Flat performer who won his first 3 starts in juvenile hurdles last summer. Found out when stepped up to Group 1 level in France in November Off since. Glen To Glen looks the stronger of the stable pair TFRHHIII BHA131
6 THE MIGHTY CELT (IRE) (24) 5-32203 11-7
Br Gr g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Cathmart Desjy (FR)
O Gwmr Property Limited
Harry Skelton J
Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Mr Martin O’Sullivan The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORMVIEW UsefulFlatwinnerforAidanO’Brienandhasshownprogressiveforminjuvenilehurdlesthiswinter Thishaslikely been the plan for a stable which has tasted recent success in this race with a JP McManus runner TFRHHHHI BHA130
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10 GLEN TO GLEN (IRE) (93) 501 11-5
Br B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Galuminous (IRE) J. J. Slevin J
O E S Racing Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland T
B J. S. Bolger
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful Flat performer who left his first 2 runs over hurdles behind to win 17f Cork juvenile (soft) in December Seemingly saved for this since by a yard seeking a hat-trick of wins in this ultra-competitive handicap. TFRHHHII BHA129
11 MUSTANG DU BREUIL (FR) (17)
113 BF 11-5
Br B g Goliath Du Berlais (FR) - Pearl de La Roque (FR)
B Buck Pond Farm Inc Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott S TIMEFORMVIEWEdgedoutOleOleandMunsiftowinbig-fieldjuvenileattheLeopardstownChristmasmeeting.Racedtookeenlywhenwell-heldseventhincourseGrade2on trialsday Theyard’srecordinthismakeshimatoughonetodiscountbutJackKennedyhasseeminglybeenletofftopartnerWinstonJunior
TIMEFORMVIEW Second on three consecutive starts since joining from Hugo Merienne, on the latest edged out by the reopposing Hardy Stuff atLeopardstown(2m,good)overChristmas.Givena10-weekbreakaheadofthishandicapdebut TFRHHHII
17 QUINTA DO LAGO (FR) (55) 1163
Br Ch g Galiway - Extreme Green
O Dan Kiely/P.V. Breen
B Framont Limited
11-4
Donagh Meyler J
Mrs J. Harrington, Ireland T
TIMEFORMVIEW Wonfirst2startsbuthislimitationshavingseeminglybeenexposedthelasttwice.Makeshandicapdebut from a mark which demands plenty of improvement Wears first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHIII BHA128
18 PADDOCKWOOD (FR) (65) 1415 D
Br B g Birchwood (IRE) - Bourgeauville (IRE)
O Brown, Halliday, Sankey & Wilding
11-4
Ben Jones J
Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B Emile Buttigieg & Ecurie D’Auge Fitzdares S
TIMEFORMVIEW Pairofsoft-groundhurdlewinsatCagnes-sur-MerforMathieuPitartthiswinter Notobviouslywelltreated for this British debut but in good hands so worth a second look in the betting. TFRHHIII BHA128
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19 KLYCOT (FR) (47) 4121 D 11-3
Br Gr g The Grey Gatsby (IRE) - Queen Bubble (IRE) Harry Bannister J
O Les amis de Cedric Richard Bandey, Kingsclere T
B Mr Jean-Claude Seroul Brackenwood Windows Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner on Flat in France who is proving steadily progressive over hurdles, winning juveniles at Exeter and Wetherby (both heavy) this winter Handicap debut TFRHHHII BHA127
20 BIBE MUS (FR) (3) 13221 D
11-3 (in 5lb ex)
Br B g Camelot - Josephine Bettany Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Mr M Freud & Mr S Kelner Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle T
B Scea Karwin Farm & O. Rauscent
TIMEFORMVIEW Flat/hurdlewinnerinFranceforMickaelSeror.Finished121/2lengthssixthof9inlistedjuvenileatCagnes-Sur-Meron his final start there, with reopposing Paddockwood 3 1/2 lengths ahead in fifth. Others are more obvious. TFR
22 MINO DES MOTTES (FR) (34) U1452
11-2
Br B g It’s Gino (GER) - Ulyssa des Mottes (FR) Brian Hayes J O Gigginstown House Stud W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B E.A.R.L. Ecurie Des Mottes
TIMEFORM VIEW French bumper Fair form in 3 juvenile hurdles at Punchestown for new yard, best effort when second of 15 last time. Open to further progress in handicaps. TFRHHHII BHA126
DECLARED RUNNERS 22 2025: PUTURHANDSTOGETHER (IRE) 4 11 6 Mark Walsh 17-2 (Joseph Patrick O’Brien) 22 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1, 18. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 17. Hood worn by No. 13. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 5. Stewards Note:
HARDY STUFF: Following its run on 24/1/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
MACKTOAD: Following its run on 14/2/2026 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.
Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Saratoga (IRE), 13-2 Winston Junior (IRE), 8-1 Manlaga (IRE), 12-1 Ammes (IRE), 14-1 Bibe Mus (FR), 16-1 The Mighty Celt (IRE), Mustang du Breuil (FR), 20-1 Glen To Glen (IRE), 22-1 Madness d’Elle (FR), Pourquoi Pas Papa (FR), 28-1 Bertutea (FR), Harwa (FR), Klycot (FR), 33-1 Barbizon (IRE), Dignam (IRE), 40-1 Ole Ole (FR), 50-1 Hardy Stuff (USA), Mino des Mottes (FR), 66-1 Quinta Do Lago (FR), 100-1 Macktoad (FR), 150-1 Paddockwood (FR), Bandjo (FR) PLAY SMARTER
Faye Bramley has already won a big handicap chase here this season and perhaps WINSTON JUNIOR can repeat the feat over hurdles for his emerging stable. Manlaga impressed when seeing off a couple of these in the Victor Ludorum and is second choice ahead of the same owner’s Saratoga, who looks to have been laid out for this. Bibe Mus, whose 5lb penalty for his win at Sandown on Saturday gets him into the race, and Ammes also make the shortlist
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THIRD RACE 2.58
TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 178YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE HERITAGE DRIVES THE GOINGS ALWAYS GOOD MAIDEN HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4) (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): D McCain (50 wins from 234 runners, 21%) runs LARISTOTE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Greenall & J Guerriero (6 wins from 25 runners, 24%) runs LAS CANALS LONGEST TRAVELLER: REBEL TRIBESMAN trained by J Snowden, Lambourn, 258 miles.
REBEL TRIBESMAN overcame inexperience to see off a next-time-out winner in a bumper at Aintree in May and looks to have been found a good opportunity by his new yard now hurdling Liberty Coach, a useful performer on the Flat, has shown promise in this sphere and could get back on track now encountering less testing conditions
1 FEARLESS DRAGON (GB) (19) 5-53 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
TIMEFORMVIEWIs out of a half-sister to a dour stayer and seems unlikely to be suited by this drop in trip based on how he’s shaped in a pair of events over 19.8f at this track, labouring after 3 out latest. First-time cheekpieces need to make a big difference. TFRHHIII BHA-
2 LARISTOTE (FR) (47) F-30
B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Aurore de Rouhet (FR)
Mr WF Ainscough
Br V. Adenot & P. Adenot & F. Vannereux
5 11-5
Brian Hughes
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORMVIEWHeld every chance when falling at the last sole outing in Irish points and has shown promise in a course bumper/Wetherby novice hurdle, albeit checking out tamely latest. Has had a breathing operation since and should be capable of better with a tongue tie also fitted. TFRHHHII BHA-
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LAS CANALS
(FR) (90) 13-0
B g Cokoriko (FR) - Daviere (FR)
The Nevers Racing Partnership III
5 11-5
Craig Nichol
Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br Jacques Cypres, Nicolas Cypres Dodson & Horrell Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWBumper winner in France for Louisa Carberry who showed fair form when third on his hurdling debut at Compiegne but was found to have bled returning from 13 months off at Hereford on first run for current yard in December First-time hood applied. TFRHHIII BHA-
4 LIBERTY COACH (GB) (25) 036P
B g Le Havre (IRE) - Elysian
5 11-5
Conor O’Farrell
Mr John P. McManus John & Sean Quinn, Malton
Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited JJ Quinn Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulontheFlatandlefthishurdlingdebutformbehindwhenthirdatWetherbyinlateDecember Provedalet-downatDoncasterpriortofinishing lame on his handicap debut (over hurdles) at Kelso. though is worth another chance back under these less testing conditions TFRHHHHI BHA112
5 MATCHING ENERGY (GB) (22) 1-1F0
5 11-5
B g Telescope (IRE) - Miliair Sean Quinlan
Mr Scott Lowther Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie
Br R. W. Russell
LIP Construction Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWWon sole outing in point bumpers and followed up at Hexham on Rules debut in June Showed some promise switched to hurdling (though held in second) when falling last at Carlisle in December but well held in similar event there next time TFRHHHII BHA-
Br Liam O’Regan Walking With The Wounded, Old Gold Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWHalf-brother to smart hurdler Filey Bay and overcame inexperience to make a successful Rules debut in 17-runner bumper at Aintree (17f, good to firm) in May, beating a subsequent maiden hurdle winner Since left E. O’ Donnabhain and is an interesting hurdling debutant. TFRHHHHH BHA-
7 THE DEN MASTER (GB) (47) 4-3P
B g Masterstroke (USA) - Potters Den (IRE)
James & Jean Potter Ltd
5 11-5
Jack Andrews
Tom Ellis, Rugby
Br James and Jean Potter Ltd Potter Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Third on second of 2 starts in points (Nov 23) but was pulled up in maiden hurdle at Huntingdon on Rules debut in January. TFRHHIII BHA-
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2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Hood worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2. Stewards Note:
FEARLESS DRAGON: Following its run on 19/2/2026 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
LAS CANALS: Following its run on 10/12/2025 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.
LIBERTY COACH: Following its run on 13/2/2026 it was reported that the horse returned lame.
Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Rebel Tribesman (IRE), 11-4 Liberty Coach (GB), 10-1 Matching Energy (GB), 12-1 Laristote (FR), 16-1 Fearless Dragon (GB), 25-1 Las Canals (FR), 50-1 The Den Master (GB)
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Br B g Cokoriko (FR) - Boscraie (FR) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J
O Mr John P. McManus Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Jacques Cypres Dodson & Horrell Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWMartinPipewinneratthe2023CheltenhamFestivalandhasdevelopedintoaverysmartchaser endinglastseasonwithfinefourthinGrandNationalat Aintree.Allthebetterforreturnwhenwinning3-runnerClass2eventatAscot(21f),displayinghisversatilitydownintrip.Majorclaims. TFRHHHHH BHA157
Br Gr g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Caltra Princess (IRE)
155
8 11-10
Sean Bowen J
O Mrs R. J. Skan Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Ms M. Kavanagh Betano S TIMEFORMVIEWEndedlastseasonwithawininbet365GoldCupatSandownandbackedthatupwhenbeatingHandstandsinCarlislelistedraceonreturn.Onbackfootthroughout inCoralCupatNewburybutbackontrackwhensecondinFleurDeLysChaseatWindsor Returntofurtherwillsuit Changeofheadgear TFRHHHII BHA153
4 JAGWAR (FR) (45) 1311-32 C BF
Br B g Karaktar (IRE) - Quizas Jolie (FR)
7 11-9
Mark Walsh J
O Mr John P. McManus Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Jacques Cypres and Laurent Couetil Dodson & Horrell Ltd S
B Mr Jean-Pierre Dubois & SCEA Haras du Ma geegeez.co.uk S
TFRHHHII BHA146
TIMEFORMVIEW Progressive sort who won C&D novice on return. Better form in defeat last 2 starts, just denied in Silver Cup at Ascot before third of 4 in Grade 2 at Newbury
7 JOHNNYWHO (IRE) (52) 325-535 BF 9 11-3
Br Br g Califet (FR) - Howaya Pet (IRE)
Richie McLernon J
O Mr John P. McManus Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Steven Vaughan Wasdell Group S TIMEFORMVIEWWithoutawinsincechasingdebutbutwasonlynarrowlydeniedintheKimMuiratthismeetinglastyearandwentcloseagaininSilverCup atAscotinDecember.BitdisappointinginPeterMarshatHaydocksince,however,andheadgearnowapplied. TFRHHHII BHA146
8 KONFUSION (GB) (52) 2-1U113 BF 8 11-2
Br Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Tahira (GER)
O Mrs A. Ellis
Callum Bewley J
Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Mr Carl Hinchy Tuffa Footwear Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEW Hastakenhisformtoanotherlevelthisseason,winningfirst3completedstarts,impressingwithhisjumpingwhenmakingallinRowlandMeyrickatWetherby onBoxingDay GoodthirdoffrevisedmarkinPeterMarshatHaydocknexttimebutmoreneededagainifhe’storesumewinningways. TFRHHHII BHA145
9 SEARCH FOR GLORY (IRE) (47) 00-022P
Br B g Fame And Glory - Geek Chic (IRE)
9 11-2
James Smith (5) J
O Gigginstown House Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Molly’s Mate (IRE)
O Mr Jerry Hinds & Mr Ashley Head
8 11-1
Freddie Mitchell (3) J
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B Minch Bloodstock KM Elite Products Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWWonGrade2novicechaseatKemptonin2023/24.Lightlyracedsincebuthasmadeapositivestartforthisyard,thirdof6inBetfairAscotChasebeforenarrow secondbackinahandicapatNewbury(GreatwoodGoldCup).Worthatryoverthislongertripandcanoutrunhisodds. TFRHHHII BHA144 (+4)
O Wymer & Russell Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Longrove Stud Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Looked a smart prospect when a runaway winner of this 12 months ago (off 15lb lower). Prone to the odd mistake, though, and that heldhimbackfirst2startsthisterm.StoppedquicklytryingamarathontripatHaydocklatestbutbetterexpectednow TFRHHHHI BHA142
15 THE DOYEN CHIEF (IRE) (17) 1-2P512 9 10-13
Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Mandarli (IRE)
Tom Bellamy J
O Masterson Holdings Limited Alan King, Barbury Castle T
B Fintina Kealey & Irene Giles Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWStrong-travellingsortwhohasbarelyhadanoff-dayinhischasingcareersofarandfoundonlyalightly-racedtype with graded-winning form from his hurdling days too strong at Kempton 17 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA142
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19 FILANDERER (GB) (53) 111-151 10 10-2
Br B g Kayf Tara - Flirtatious Jonathan Burke J
O Mrs M. D. W. Morrison Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T
B Mrs M. D. W. Morrison Bridgend Hotel S TIMEFORMVIEWContinuedhisprogressionfromlastseasonwhenlandinga4-timerbyawidemarginatFfosLasonreturn.UndonebyjumpingatNewburynexttimebutresumed winningwayswithanotherstylishwinatMarketRasen.Likelytofindthistoocompetitivefrom3lboutoftheweights,though.
20 KNIGHT OF ALLEN (FR) (31) 31-2142 6 10-2
Br B g Masterstroke (USA) - Atacames (FR) Ciaran Gethings J
O Holt, Macnabb, Robinson & Jeffrey Mrs Jane Williams, South Molton T
B Bruno Vagne Culverhill Farm Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWHastakentofencesverywellthisseason,buildingondebutwhenwinningNewburyhandicap.Similarformindefeatsince,unluckytobump intoonesovastlyimprovedatbackatNewburylasttime.However,looksupagainstitherefrom4lboutofthehandicap.
21 MARGARET’S
LEGACY
(FR) (53) 2/11-246 9 10-2
Br Ch g Prince Gibraltar (FR) - Caphira Harry Bannister J
O The Old Romantics Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T
B M. Richard Venn Bloodstock Ltd & M. J. W Warren Greatrex Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWPositivestartforthisyardlastterm,bagginghandicapchasesatSouthwellandHaydock(bothataround21/2m).Goodstarttothiscampaign whenrunner-upatBangorbutnotinsameformeitherstartsince.Hasitalltodofrom5lboutofthehandicap. TFRHIIII BHA126
22 EYED (GB) (52) 224-205
Br B g Kayf Tara - One Gulp
9 10-2
Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Mr Martin Hughes Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T
B R. J. McAlpine Old Oak Holdings Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved over fences for this yard last season, winning 3 times. However, form has levelled off since and out of his depth here (9lb out of the handicap). TFRHIIII BHA122
DECLARED RUNNERS 22 2025: MYRETOWN (IRE) 8 10 3 Patrick Wadge 13-2 (Lucinda Russell) 24 ran
Blinkers worn first time by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2, 7, 13.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 7, 10, 12, 16. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 17. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 12, 18.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7, 17. Stewards Note:
MYRETOWN: Following its run on 14/2/2026 it was reported that the horse raced too enthusiastically. KNIGHT OF ALLEN: Following its run on 7/2/2026 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Jagwar (FR), 7-1 Iroko (FR), 11-1 Handstands (IRE), 12-1 Myretown (IRE), 14-1 Johnnywho (IRE), Hyland (FR), Quebecois (FR), 20-1 The Short Go (IRE), 22-1 Blaze The Way (IRE), 25-1 Konfusion (GB), 28-1 Resplendent Grey (IRE), 33-1 Leave of Absence (FR), Blow Your Wad (IRE), Knight of Allen (FR), 40-1 Imperial Saint (FR), The Doyen Chief (IRE), Patter Merchant (IRE), 50-1 Search For Glory (IRE), 80-1 Margaret’s Legacy (FR), 100-1 Filanderer (GB), Eyed (GB), 200-1 Stolen Silver (FR)
PLAY SMARTER
One of the few races Britain has dominated, and they appear to hold the aces once again with the Greenall & Guerriero stable holding a strong hand with IROKO and Jagwar the former shading the vote at the forecast odds. Things haven’t gone to plan for Myretown this season but he still makes the shortlist with last year’s romp still fresh in the memory, while Blaze The Way looks the pick of the Irish.
Total prize fund £8900 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449, 5th £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights lowered 3lb.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): C Longsdon (7 wins from 23 runners, 30%) runs REALISATION TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Mulholland (2 wins from 22 runners, 9%) runs ALRIGHT DAI LONGEST TRAVELLER: LE GRAND VERT trained by N Kelly, Ireland.
This looks a bit easier than the races REALISATION has placed in on her last 2 starts and she can deny Upfordebate a third C&D success of the season.
1 GREAT NOTIONS (FR) (54) 13235P
B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Madoudal (FR)
7 11-11
Jack Andrews
Mr R. Tate Fiona Needham, Thirsk
Br Mr Hugues Rousseau
TIMEFORMVIEWDual point winner and took a maiden hunter at Hexham (3m) last May. Returned from a break to finish a good second in 3m handicap at Wetherby (soft) in November but has failed to reproduce that form since, pulling up latest TFRHHIII BHA110
2 UPFORDEBATE (IRE) (22) 11P115 CD
B g Mount Nelson - Mrs Peachey (IRE)
Mr Eamon McElligott
7 11-9
Brian Hughes
Patrick Neville, Leyburn
Br Mrs Gail Kidd Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWHas thrived since going chasing, winning 4 times (all under Brian Hughes), including over C&D in November/December. Respectable fifth at Carlisle since and much respected back here TFRHHHHI BHA108
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REALISATION
(FR) (78) 053-433
B m Masked Marvel - Four Green (FR)
Merriebelle Irish Farm Limited
8 11-6
Gavin Sheehan
Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Br Mr Etienne Raquin Merriebelle Stable LLC
TIMEFORM VIEW Three good in-frame efforts since a breathing operation, finishing third of 12 in a competitive race at Huntingdon (3m, soft) latest This looks easier TFRHHHHH BHA105
4 ALRIGHT DAI (IRE) (58) 10-0U11
Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - The Cookie Jar (IRE)
Lycett Racing Ltd
8 11-6
Conor O’Farrell
Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Michael Fennessy Wastecom NRG Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Has won 4 of his last 6 completed starts but his latest Fontwell chase debut success came in a weak race and there’s a suspicion he might be worth opposing off 7lb higher now. TFRHHHII BHA105
5 RIBEYE (GB) (21) 23120P
11 11-3
B g Lucarno (USA) - Elusive Swallow Peter Kavanagh Mrs Lucinda Atkinson Peter Atkinson, Northallerton
Br Michael Broad
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who hit the target twice over fences in 2025 but his run of good form has come to a halt the last twice. TFRHHIII BHA102
6 LE GRAND VERT (FR) (28) 6UP0P1
10 11-2
B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Eliga (FR) Mr Oran McGill (5) All Play & No Work Syndicate Noel C. Kelly, Northern Ireland
Br S.C. P. Ecurie Pegase & Mme S. Mottier
TIMEFORM VIEW Back to form with a bang to win a 3m Ayr handicap under Oran McGill 4 weeks ago. Should remain competitive off 4lb higher. TFRHHHII BHA101
2025: LADRONNE (FR) 11 11 9 William Maggs 7-2 (Tjade Collier) 4 ran
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Realisation (FR), 3-1 Le Grand Vert (FR), 4-1 Upfordebate (IRE), 9-2 Alright Dai (IRE), 12-1 Great Notions (FR), 25-1 Ribeye (GB)
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THE UNIBET CHAMPION HURDLE CHALLENGE TROPHY
(CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £465750
TIMEFORMVIEW Hasjustamaidenhurdlewintohisname(albeitbeatasmartone)butallthebetterforreappearancewhen second in Grade 3 at Gowran last month. Hard to make a case for him in this company, though. TFRHIIII BHA148
7 BRIGHTERDAYSAHEAD (FR) (37) 114-321 D 7 11-3
Br B m Kapgarde (FR) - Matnie (FR)
Jack Kennedy J
O Gigginstown House Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Mr Francois-Marie Cottin
Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott S TIMEFORMVIEWVerysmartmarewhogothercareerbackontrackinnouncertaintermsthiswinter,runner-upinquesttofollowupintheDecemberHurdleandcashedinon abelow-parLossiemouthforthirdGrade1inopencompanyintheIrishChampion.BeatenbothCheltenhamstartsbutamajorplayer. TFRHHHHI BHA160
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2025: GOLDEN ACE 7 11 3 Lorcan Williams 25-1 (Jeremy Scott) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9. Hood worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Lossiemouth (FR), 5-2 The New Lion (GB), 5-1 Brighterdaysahead (FR), 10-1 Golden Ace (GB), 16-1 Poniros (GB), 25-1 Alexei (GER), Tutti Quanti (FR), 33-1 Anzadam (FR), 100-1 Workahead (IRE)
Several high-profile absentees potentially leaves the door ajar for another mare to add their name to the Champion Hurdle roll of honour LOSSIEMOUTH looks the type to benefit from cheekpieces so is marginally preferred to Brighterdaysahead in her quest for a Cheltenham Festival 4-timer. The Elliott-trained mare has yet to win at this venue but she did beat the selection at Leopardstown and demands respect, while The New Lion’s ceiling has yet to be ascertained.
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FIFTH RACE 4.18
TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 77YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE MW CIVILS & GROUNDWORKS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (GO NORTH
ONE MAN 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): P Kirby (21 wins from 121 runners, 17%) runs CLEAN GETAWAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M T Walford (3 wins from 11 runners, 27%) runs INTENZO
WEIGHTWATCHER: BLUE BEAR won off a handicap mark of 87, his rating is now down 6lb to 81. LONGEST TRAVELLER: BLUE BEAR trained by J Parkinson & S J Smith, Bingley, 82 miles.
POWEROFJET has taken well to fences and can quickly resume winning ways back down in trip Intenzo makes his chase/handicap debut in this event and needs considering too.
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1 INTENZO (FR) (34) 0344
B g French Fifteen (FR) - Isabilia (IRE)
R J Baines
5 12-0
Jamie Hamilton
Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Br Mr Michel Lotout Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWFree-going sort who has shown progressive form in 3 starts over hurdles for this yard Opening mark looks a fair one so can make presence felt if taking to fences at the first attempt TFRHHHHI BHA100
2 POWEROFJET (IRE) (48) 014-314 D 7 11-12
B g Jet Away - Our Dot (IRE)
Charlie Maggs (3) Murphy’s Law Partnership
Martin Todhunter, Penrith
Br Ms S. Rothwell Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWFair hurdles winner last spring who had clearly learnt from his chase debut experience when getting off the mark at Newcastle (2m) in November Shaped as if the run was just needed back from 10 weeks off at Catterick since and can resume winning ways back down in trip TFRHHHHH BHA98
3 TANKING ALONG (IRE) (95) 55-6214 C 7 11-6
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Myska (IRE)
Mr Eamon McElligott
Brian Hughes
Patrick Neville, Leyburn
Br Kenneth Parkhill Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Posted career best when winning 10-runner handicap hurdle here (soft, 10/3) in November, having run of race However, didn’t find much in similar event next time and yet to convince in a handful of starts over fences. TFRHHHII BHA92
4 CLEAN GETAWAY (IRE) (117) 604224 CD 9 11-3
B g Getaway (GER) - Dee Two O Two (IRE)
Joe Williamson
Mr P Kirby & Grant Harrison Philip Kirby, Richmond
Br Adrian Sutton Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Had a prolific spell over hurdles/chases at this course early last season but winless since Mixed record over hurdles of late and has disappointed last 3 starts in this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA89
5 BLUE BEAR (GB) (14) 14U/0-50 C 8 10-9
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Kilronan High (IRE)
Peter Kavanagh
Mrs S. Smith Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
Br Mr W. Kinsey Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Broke maiden in similar event here over 2 years ago but hasn’t come close to adding to that in 5 subsequent starts, his last 2 runs coming after a 21-month absence TFRHHHII BHA81
2025: FEARLESS ACTION (IRE) 9 11 6 Danny McMenamin 5-2 (Chris Grant) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Hood worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4.
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Powerofjet (IRE), 7-2 Intenzo (FR), 4-1 Tanking Along (IRE), 6-1 Clean Getaway (IRE), 7-1 Blue Bear (GB)
B Jerry O’Connor Newton LDP Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEW Prettyuseful3-timenovicehurdlewinnerwhohasmadeabrightstartinthissphere,findingagoodtestatthetripplayingtohisstrengthswhen doublinghistallyin3-runnerGrade2atWindsor(16.2f)inJanuary Returntofurtherwillholdnofearsandstabletookthisin2024. TFRHHHII BHA149
4 JUNGLE BOOGIE (IRE) (52) 16/1P-0P D 12 11-8
Br B g Gold Well - A Better Excuse (IRE)
Charlie Deutsch J
O Mr Malcolm C. Denmark Venetia Williams, Hereford T
TIMEFORMVIEW Hurdles winner who produced a decidedly useful effort when doubling his chase tally on handicap debut at Gowran (2m) in November FoundIrishArkletoocompetitiveatLeopardstowninFebruarybutthisreturntohandicapsfirmlyinhisfavourbackupintrip. TFRHHHHI BHA145
7 O’MOORE PARK (IRE) (37) 20-2050 D 9 11-1
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Glor Na Gaoithe (IRE)
B Little Lodge Farm & Mr & Mrs TWR Chugg Jelson Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Smart hurdler at his best who enhanced his good record fresh when readily landing 7-runner veterans handicap chase at Warwick 31 days ago, jumpingmorefluentlythanusual.Still,an8lbriselikelyenoughtopreventhimfollowingupinthismoredemandingaffair TFRHHIII BHA141
9 MADARA (FR) (36) 0/042-52 C 7 11-0
Br B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Becquascenthe (FR)
O Bryan Drew and Friends
Harry Skelton J
Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Sas Ecurie de Cachene & Elise Drouet The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
O Have No Clue Syndicate Gavin Cromwell, Ireland T
B Mr D. Breen
TIMEFORMVIEW Good sixth in last season’s Pertemps and raised his game further over fences this term, offthe markat Galway prior to a good fourthon handicap bow in the TroytownatNavan(3m)inNovember NotdisgracedatLeopardstownoverChristmasandfreshenedupaheadofthis.Tonguetieadded. TFRHHHHI BHA139
13 RISKINTHEGROUND
(IRE) (17) 106040 C D
9 10-11
Br B g Presenting - The Folkes Choice Charlie Todd J
O 3 Sons Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Fergal Duncan & Loman Duncan The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORMVIEW Responded favourably to a positive ride with a recent run under his belt when opening chase account at Leicester (22.7f) in January and acquitted himselfwell(jumpedfluently)backupingradewhenfourthatAscot(3m)since,justdoingtoomuchtoosoon.Each-waypossibilities. TFRHHHII BHA133
17 MCLAUREY (IRE) (49) 10-4304
Br B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Soeur Dee (IRE)
7 10-7
Mark Walsh J
O Mr John P. McManus Emmet Mullins, Ireland T
B Victor Connolly
TIMEFORMVIEW Progressive over hurdles last term and plenty of promise to glean from 3 of his 4 starts over fences this season, catching the eye when fourth in novice at DownRoyal7weeksago.RemainswithplentyofpotentialreturnedtohandicapsforstablewhobaggedthiswithTheShunterin2021. TFRHHHHI BHA133
18 THEATRE NATIVE (IRE) (74) 21-0306 C
8 10-7
Br B m Getaway (GER) - Native Beauty (IRE) M. P. O’Connor J
DECLARED RUNNERS 23 2025: JAGWAR (FR) 6 10 10 Jonjo O’Neill Jr 3-1 (Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero) 20 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 21. Visor worn first time by No. 22. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 11. Hood worn by No. 18. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7, 8, 13, 16, 21. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9, 19.
Stewards Note:
GRANDEUR D’AME: Following its run on 7/2/2026 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Madara (FR), 5-1 McLaurey (IRE), 10-1 Will The Wise (IRE), 14-1 Down Memory Lane (IRE), Zurich (FR), 16-1 No Questions Asked (IRE), Downmexicoway (IRE), 18-1 O’Moore Park (IRE), 20-1 Booster Bob (IRE), 22-1 Jipcot (FR), 28-1 Dee Capo (FR), Guard Your Dreams (GB), 33-1 Peaky Boy (IRE), 40-1 Midnight It Is (GB), 50-1 Boombawn (IRE), Theatre Native (IRE), 66-1 Jungle Boogie (IRE), Riskintheground (IRE), Western Zephyr (IRE), Grandeur d’Ame (FR), Moon D’Orange (FR), 100-1 Yes Indeed (FR), 150-1 Embittered (IRE) PLAY SMARTER
ABBREVIATIONS
BF - Beaten Favourite B - Brought Down C - Course Winner
D - Distance Winner R - Refused S - Slipped Up
U - Unseated F - Fell d - Disqualified r - Ran Out P - Pulled Up
Having shaped well in the Paddy Power and December Gold Cup here upon joining Dan Skelton in 2024, MADARA arrives on the back of a very eye-catching second at Kempton 5 weeks ago and this will have been on his radar for some time. With refitted cheekpieces likely to put an extra edge on him he looks very interesting. McLaurey has fewer miles on the clock than the selection and is feared for the stable who won this in 2021. Zurich and Will The Wise are just a couple of the others to consider TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
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SIXTH RACE 4.55
TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONG (2M 178YDS) FOR FOUR, FIVE AND SIX YRS OLD FILLIES AND MARES
THE PAXTONS NO1 CASEIH DEALER MARES’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT
RACE (CLASS 5) (CAT 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): J Candlish (20 wins from 120 runners, 17%) runs CONNELLS CROSS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Candlish (3 wins from 22 runners, 14%) runs CONNELLS CROSS LONGEST TRAVELLER: CRIMSON OCEAN trained by D Horsford, Rockley, 277 miles.
CRIMSON OCEAN showed ability on her debut at Wetherby in November and should know more this time, so she’s the percentage call for an up-and-coming yard. Connells Cross ran to a similar level as the selection when runner-up at Perth on her sole outing for Fergal O’Brien in May, while the betting is likely to prove informative regarding the chances of the newcomers Bourbon Girl and Datstheholyallofit
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1 BOURBON GIRL (GB) (-)
B m Maxios - Mrs Malt (IRE)
5 11-2
Charlie Maggs (3)
Distillery Stud Ewan Whillans, Hawick
Br Distillery Stud Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear
TIMEFORM VIEW Maxios mare Half-sister to 3 winners, including useful hurdler Master Malt and bumper winner Echo Springs, stayed 3m Interesting on paper TFRHHHHI BHA-
2 CONNELLS CROSS (IRE) (299) 2
B m Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Persilian (IRE)
Ms Jennie Candlish
Br John O’Connor
5 11-2
Sean Quinlan
Jennie Candlish, Leek
Equine Products UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWHalf-sister to numerous winners, including useful hurdler Fennor Cross, and showed ability when second of 5 in bumper at Perth (2/1) on debut/sole outing for Fergal O’Brien in May, albeit flattered by proximity to the winner TFRHHHHI BHA-
3 CRIMSON OCEAN (GB) (104) 4
Ch m Crystal Ocean - Mille Et Une (FR)
Mr R. H. J. Martin
5 11-2
Philip Armson (3)
Dan Horsford, Rockley
Br Netherfield House Stud RHM Horses Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW£50,000 3-y-o, Crystal Ocean mare. Half-sister to numerous winners, including useful hurdle winner/very smart chaser Hell’s Kitchen and useful chaser Militarian Shaped as if better for the run when fourth of 10 in Wetherby bumper on debut back in November and should know more this time TFRHHHHH BHA-
4 DATSTHEHOLYALLOFIT (IRE) (-)
B m Snow Sky - Have You Time (IRE)
Mr Eamon McElligott
5 11-2
Brian Hughes
Patrick Neville, Leyburn
Br Martin McElligott Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Snow Sky mare Dam unraced. Market should offer up some clues. TFRHHHII BHA-
2025: CE MI RUN (IRE) 5 11 2 Gavin Sheehan 13-8 (Jamie Snowden) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 4
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TIMEFORMVIEW Finally opened his chase account at Huntingdon in November and got back on the up when easily adding to it in 3m Sandown handicap in January Needs to take another step forward hiked up 7lb however TFRHHHII BHA141
3 KING OF ANSWERS (IRE) (25) P2-5141
Br Br g Malinas (GER) - Queen of Questions (IRE)
7 11-10
Derek Fox J
O The Kings Counsel Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Denis Hoban Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWUpwardly-mobileyoungchaserwhowasfittedwithcheekpiecesforthefirsttimewhenmakingallin23fhandicapchase at Kelso 25 days ago. Has more to offer as he bids to go 3-5 in this sphere. In the mix.
4 ONE BIG BANG (IRE) (46) 15-3213 BF 8 11-9
140
Br Gr g Masked Marvel - Boston du Berlais (FR) Alex Chadwick (3) J
O Big Bang Racing James Owen, Newmarket T
B Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd The Rare Breed Meat Company S
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Alleygrove Lass (IRE)
O Gigginstown House Stud
B Mr Alan Loughlin
9 11-7
Danny Gilligan J
Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott S
TIMEFORMVIEW Remains winless over fences and he added to a patchy record when pulled up in Thyestes Chase (3m1f) at Gowran in January Third in this last year however, so not one to totally dismiss if back on his A-game. TFRHHHII BHA137
7 GUARD THE MOON (GB) (53) 0PF-1P1
Br B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Polly Potter
8 11-7
Sam Twiston-Davies J
O James & Jean Potter Ltd Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T
TIMEFORMVIEW Has proven a different proposition switched to fences this season, landing Grand National Trial at Haydock last month having earlier takentheTommyWhittlethere.Thislikeablesound-jumpingfront-runnermustentercalculationswithhisstaminaproven. TFRHHHHI BHA135
9 BACKMERSACKME (IRE) (37) 6-00201
Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Princess Dante (IRE)
7 11-5
Donagh Meyler J
O Mr P. Byrne Emmet Mullins, Ireland T
B Brian Doran
TIMEFORM VIEW Excellent second in 3m1f handicap here in October and (tongue tied) gained a deserved first chasing success in valuable 23-runner handicap at Leopardstown(2m5f)lastmonth.Remainsunexposedoverstayingdistancesandalikelyplayerforhisshrewdyardthattookthisin2024. TFRHHHHI BHA135
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TIMEFORMVIEW Ended last season on up over hurdles and it’s been a similar story over fences, making it 2 out of 2 completed starts in emphatic fashion in 3m Doncaster novice handicapinJanuary Thissoundjumpercouldhavemoretooffersteppingupintripandratesabigplayerforlastyear’swinningyard. TFRHHHHI BHA133 (+2)
13 FIRST CONFESSION (IRE) (35) P-335F1
Br B g Affinisea (IRE) - Lough Derg Lily (IRE)
7 11-3
Brendan Powell J
O Kevan Leggett, Susan & John Waterworth Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Edward Ryan Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWPoint/hurdleswinnerwhohasadvancedhisforminthisspherethisterm,gettingoffthemarkatthefifthattempt in 2m5f maiden at Carlisle last month. This demands plenty more but he remains capable of better
TIMEFORMVIEW Formerly very useful hurdler/chaser for Gary Brown. Easily best run for his new yard in first-time cheekpieces (tongue strap also refitted) whenthirdof8inGreatYorkshireatDoncaster(3m)inJanuary Notdismissedifbuildingonthatoverthislongerdistance. TFRHHHII BHA127
DECLARED RUNNERS 17 2025: HAITI COULEURS (FR) 8 11 4 Ben Jones 7-2 (Rebecca Curtis) 18 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Blinkers worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 9, 15. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 7, 8, 11, 15.
Stewards Note:
WADE OUT: Following its run on 18/1/2026 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
WALKING ON AIR: Following its run on 24/1/2026 it was reported that the horse lost its left-fore shoe.
HOLOKEA: Following its run on 14/2/2026 it was reported that the horse ran flat
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Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Backmersackme (IRE), 7-1 Newton Tornado (FR), 17-2 Iceberg Theory (IRE), 10-1 Wade Out (IRE), 11-1 Kurasso Blue (FR), 16-1 One Big Bang (IRE), Holloway Queen (IRE), 18-1 King of Answers (IRE), Grand Geste (IRE), Walking On Air (IRE), 20-1 Pic Roc (IRE) Guard The Moon (GB), 28-1 First Confession (IRE), 33-1 Will Do (IRE), 40-1 Union Station (IRE), Silver Thorn (GB), 50-1 Holokea (IRE)
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ICEBERG THEORY is taken to emerge on top in a fascinating finale with this marathon trip likely to play very much to the strengths of this son of Flemensfirth. Paul Nolan’s 7-y-o hasn’t been out since coming home very strongly to score over 2m5f at Cork in November and can improve again. Emmet Mullins’ Leopardstown winner Backmersackme rates a big threat and the lightly-raced Kurasso Blue could bring up a 1-2-3 for Ireland. Newton Tornado rates the pick of the home runners.
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 1.38 - THE FAIRLIGHT STUDIOS CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Sea Pigeon 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, March 4th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th. Penalties, after February 28th, 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 7th, 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. 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 Sea Pigeon Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 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 Sea Pigeon Series qualifier 12 entries at £30. - Closed March 4th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.18 - THE MOWDEN PARK RFC NOVICES’ 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 0-105. Enter by noon, March 4th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th. Penalties, after February 28th, 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 14 entries at £30. - Closed March 4th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.58 - THE HERITAGE DRIVES THE GOINGS ALWAYS GOOD MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (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 maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, March 4th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 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 15 entries at £50. - Closed March 4th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.38 - THE ENCORE EDUCATIONAL FOR EARLY YEARS SUPPLIES HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Go North Red Rum 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 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £44 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th. Penalties, after February 28th, 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 8 entries at £44. - Closed March 4th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights lowered 3lb.
SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.18 - THE MW CIVILS & GROUNDWORKS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North One Man 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, March 4th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th. Penalties, after February 28th, 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 11 entries at £30. - Closed March 4th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
SEE PAGE 35 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.55 - THE PAXTONS NO1 CASEIH DEALER MARES’ OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Cat 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 fillies and mares 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, March 4th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 8th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. 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 ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 12 entries at £22. - Closed March 4th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £1878; Second £939; Third £469; Fourth £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70) SEE PAGE 41 FOR THIS RACE.
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