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We have some great highlights for today’s racing; we see the return of Spartan Times from a local training yard with trainer Jennie Candlish. Last won at Uttoxeter on the 2nd May and we also welcome another local trainer, Alastair Ralph with runner Final Surprise. Good luck to all our owners and trainers today for an exciting 7 race card which includes the exciting Class 2 Eaton Hall Shooting Ground Handicap Hurdle.
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FIRST RACE 5.20
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2M 4F 189YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE QUINNBET
CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP
STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (ARC Summer Chase Series Qualifier)
Total prize fund £7000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2827, 2nd £1413, 3rd £707, 4th £354, 5th £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D McCain (26 wins from 160 runners, 16%) runs INDEPENDENT JIMMY & JIAIR MADRIK
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): S England (2 wins from 15 runners, 13%) runs KING OF CONG LONGEST TRAVELLER: KING OF THE STORY trained by P Gundry, Ottery St Mary, 187 miles.
UNIVERSAL SECRET has had the form of his latest Wincanton second boosted by the winner since and can show he’s still on a good mark. King of The Story made a solid return from a break at Fontwell last month and is second choice ahead of Rockvale, who may benefit from the drop back to 2 1/2m
1 INDEPENDENT JIMMY (GB) (169)
B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Crystal Princess (IRE)
William Maggs (3)
Mr Ian Furlong Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Mrs L. V. Williamson
Independent Pest Control & Hygiene Services Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of handicap hurdle at Bangor last autumn Also placed over fences on next 2 outings. Freshened up since a lesser effort at Musselburgh in November TFRHHHII BHA95
2
IRONICA
DE THAIX
(FR) (23)
00/3//PPP- 8 12-0
B g Coastal Path - Rebecca de Thaix (FR)
Ned Fox (3)
Ottoline Syndicate Venetia Williams, Hereford
Br Mr Michel Bourgneuf Faucets Limited S TIMEFORMVIEW French bumper winner in 2021 but he has made the track only 6 times since, pulling up on all 3 outings last season (fences last twice) Plenty to prove at present. TFRHIIII BHA95
3 JIAIR MADRIK (FR) (32) 0P2F44- 7 11-12
B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Princesse Winner (FR)
Mr D. McCain Jnr
Charlie Maggs (3)
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Emmanue-Julien Leclerc, Mme Isabelle Mou Bluegrass Horse Feeds S TIMEFORM VIEW Fair hurdler/chaser in France. Yet to reproduce that level in Britain but his mark continues to slide. TFRHHIII BHA93
4 QUICKASICAN
(IRE) (14) P/0PF2-P 9 11-8
Gr g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Courting Shinney
Elizabeth Gale
Mr Andrew Gale Jessica Bedi, Yarm
Br Myles Sunderland
TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced first 3 starts over hurdles in 2022/23 for Rebecca Menzies. Best for new yard after huge absence when second in 2 1/2m Newcastle handicap last month but pulled up at Hexham since TFRHHIII BHA89
5
KING
OF
THE
STORY (IRE) (22) 1P1PP4-
B g Yeats (IRE) - Episodique (IRE)
10 11-8
Callum Pritchard Hollingsworth, Drewett, Fox & Porter
Br Cathal Ennis
Polly Gundry, Ottery St Mary
TIMEFORMVIEWCan makes mistakes but it didn’t prevent him landing a trio of 2 1/2m handicaps chases in the first half of last season Returned from a break with a creditable fourth of 12 at Fontwell (19f, good) 22 days ago. Likely to be on the premises. TFRHHHHI BHA89
6 BEEP BEEP BECKY (IRE)
(73) 2/6600- 5 11-7
B m Feel Like Dancing - Granny C (IRE)
Tristan Durrell
Mr G. C. Myddelton Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br Thomas Fleming and Eoin O’Callaghan Dodson & Horrell Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWFailed to pull up any trees in 4 runs over hurdles but was runner-up in a point earlier in her career and could fare better now switching to chasing with a first-time tongue strap enlisted One to note in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA88
7 UNIVERSAL SECRET (IRE) (45) 43/PP12- 9 11-4
Ch g Universal (IRE) - Quiet Beauty
Dylan Johnston Matt Hoskins & Julie Roche Helen Nelmes, Dorchester
Br J & S Bishop
TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a much-reduced mark back from 3 months off (had another breathing operation) when seeing off 8 rivals at Wincanton (2 1/2m, soft) in February. Even better form when runner-up on good ground there since Likely to give another good account. TFRHHHHH BHA85
8 KING OF CONG (IRE) (33) 2430PP-
B g Gamut (IRE) - Bawnmore Lass (IRE)
8 11-2
Lewis Stones
Mr Jonathan Poulter Sam England, Guiseley
Br Mr E. Mulryan Money Claim Collections Group Ltd, Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWResponded well to the addition of cheekpieces when runner-up in handicap chase at Hexham (3m, good to soft) in November but has lost his way since, including pulling up twice back at Hexham this spring Remains to be seen if a change of headgear (first-time visor for blinkers) makes a difference. TFRHHIII BHA83
9 ANNIE NAIL
(IRE) (12) 26312-3 D
Ch m Doyen (IRE) - Castletown Girl
9 10-8
Oscar Palmer (3)
Mr P. Long Tracey Leeson, Towcester
Br Sunnyhill Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 23f Fakenham handicap hurdle over Easter. Runner-up in a chase there next time but finished at remote third at the same venue (fences again) 12 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA75
10 ROCKVALE (IRE)
(28) 0060/06-
Ch g El Salvador (IRE) - Just For Jean (IRE)
Sam Allwood Racing Club
7 10-8
Freddie Keighley
Sam Allwood, Whitchurch
Br Vincent Devereux Allwood Horse Transport S
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced sort who has yet to better poor form under Rules, although he did move comfortably for a long way in 3m Bangor handicap chase last time and this return to 2 1/2m may suit. TFRHHHHI BHA75
11 SAWPIT SAMANTHA (GB) (51)
B m Champs Elysees - Sawpit Supreme
35/0P30- 8 10-2
Benjamin Macey
Mr David A. Hunt Jo Davis, East Garston
Br Mr D. A. Hunt
Equissistant Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 17 runs and only eighth of 9 in handicap chase at Warwick (2 1/2m) 51 days ago. Blinkers go on for the first time TFRHIIII BHA68
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
Blinkers worn first time by No. 11. Visor worn first time by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5, 7, 8, 11. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 4, 7.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Universal Secret (IRE), 9-2 Independent Jimmy (GB), 8-1 Annie Nail (IRE), 9-1 King of The Story (IRE), 10-1 Beep Beep Becky (IRE), 11-1 Rockvale (IRE), 14-1 Jiair Madrik (FR), King of Cong (IRE), 25-1 Quickasican (IRE), 33-1 Ironica de Thaix (FR), 50-1 Sawpit Samantha (GB)
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SECOND RACE 5.50
RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): F O’Brien (49 wins from 260 runners, 19%) runs CHICKER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Killahena & G McPherson (3 wins from 8 runners, 38%) run SOLO ECLIPSE
LONGEST TRAVELLER: BEAU QUALI trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 154 miles.
It took BEAU QUALI a long time to get off the mark over hurdles but he might be good for back-to-back successes now Manalishi and Double Tiger are open to progress after runner-up efforts last time, while Chicker’s bumper ability suggests he could also have a say if taking to his new discipline.
1 BEAU QUALI (FR) (22) 250221- D
B g Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Qualita (GER)
6 11-10
Sean Bowen
Mrs Susan Carsberg Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br Mme Nicole Malatier Global Services (Freight Forwarders) Ltd, Dodson and Horrell S
TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up twice in handicap hurdles this spring before gaining a long overdue first success over hurdles in 19f Chepstow novice 22 days ago. Has made a positive start for the Christian Williams yard and taken to dety a penalty. TFRHHHHH BHA119
2 FINAL SURPRISE (IRE) (14) 3/055-1 C 5 11-10
B g Getaway (GER) - Seventh Surprise (IRE) Ciaran Gethings
Final Surprise Syndicate Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Br Parkville Stud Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWFair form in bumpers and made a winning start to his hurdle career in 2m course novice (good) 14 days ago. More will be needed to defy a penalty over this longer trip but he is open to improvement TFRHHHII BHA-
3 CHICKER (GB)
(35) 11600-
B g Frontiersman - Arrucian
5 11-3
Fern O’Brien (5)
Actionclad 2001 Ltd Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Grove Farm Stud BresBet S
TIMEFORMVIEWLooked good when winning his first 2 bumpers. Limitations exposed in good company since but should still be capable of making an impact in a race like this now hurdling Has had a breathing operation. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 DOUBLE TIGER (GB) (50) 0/52-
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Liberthine (FR)
Mr Robert Waley-Cohen
7 11-3
Paul O’Brien
Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn
Br Upton Viva Stud Upton Viva Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on his hurdling bow when second of 15 in novice at Wetherby (2m) 50 days ago. Goes back up in trip and likely to improve again TFRHHHHI BHA-
5 EXECUTIVE
PRODUCER (IRE)
Ch g Mahler - Tasidana (IRE)
(35) 5/3/505- 6 11-3
Conor O’Farrell
Miss J. I. Bedi Jessica Bedi, Yarm
Br Drumlin Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed on the second of 2 starts in Irish points but hasn’t shown much in 2 bumpers and a novice hurdle under Rules. TFRHIIII BHA-
6 MANALISHI (IRE)
(32) 2/32- 7 11-3
B g Malinas (GER) - Lucy Rouge (IRE)
Richard Phillips Racing Syndicate
Harry Bannister
Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh
Br Pat Cassidy Tori Global S
TIMEFORMVIEW Shaped well when second in a bumper at Chepstow last April. Placed in 2 hurdles since, showing fair form when runner-up over 21f at Market Rasen (good) 32 days ago. May do better again. TFRHHHHI BHA112
7 SOLO ECLIPSE (GB) (66) 26- 6 11-3
B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Mille Et Une (FR)
Nick Slatter (3)
DL Adams, JA Adams & G McPherson David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold
Br Netherfield House Stud Pragnell S
TIMEFORMVIEW Runner-up on Huntingdon bumper debut (heavy) in February but not in the same form when only sixth there on less testing ground 5 weeks later. Makes hurdle debut TFRHHIII BHA-
1-2-3: 1.BEAU QUALI (FR)
8 THE HOSTAGE (FR) (30) 60-
B g Nom de d’La (FR) - Miss Chic’vindecy (FR)
Menir La Voie
Br Ecurie Haras Des Beaux & Mme Martine Bon
5 11-3
Joe Anderson (3)
Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn
Warren Greatrex Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Beaten a long way in 2 bumpers this spring and Double Tiger looks the stable first string here TFRHIIII BHA-
9 EMERALD OCEAN (IRE) (63) 0- 5 10-10
B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Goaheadmakemyday (IRE)
Clontyseer Racing Ltd
Br Michael & Breda O’Dowd
Brendan Powell
Dominic Elsworth, Naunton
TIMEFORMVIEW 12/1 and hooded, last of 12 in bumper at this course (2m, soft) on debut 63 days ago. Hood off and tongue tie on now hurdling. Can only watch. TFRHIIII BHA-
2025: WALK ON HIGH 8 11 10 Rex Dingle 4-11 (Harry Fry) 4 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3.
Stewards Note:
THE HOSTAGE: Following its run on 16/4/2026 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Beau Quali (FR), 11-4 Manalishi (IRE), 6-1 Chicker (GB), Double Tiger (GB), 12-1 Final Surprise (IRE), 22-1 Solo Eclipse (GB), 50-1 The Hostage (FR), 66-1 Emerald Ocean (IRE), 150-1 Executive Producer (IRE)
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THIRD RACE 6.20
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF FURLONGS (2M 7F 70YDS) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
RACE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £7000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2827, 2nd £1413, 3rd £707, 4th £354, 5th £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): O Greenall & J Guerriero (24 wins from 183 runners, 13%) run CRACK OPS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): I Williams (3 wins from 29 runners, 10%) runs GALWAY REEL LONGEST TRAVELLER: PEPITE DE SAPHIR trained by R Menzies, Sedgefield, 176 miles.
It might be worth chancing the returning PEPITE DE SAPHIR on her handicap debut for new trainer Rebecca Menzies, with confidence in her chance increased should the betting vibes be strong. The booking of Sean Bowen suggests Galway Reel could be ready to roll after a break and he’s second choice ahead of Crack Ops.
1 BARRY FIFE (IRE) (14) 2552/0-3 7 12-0
Ch g Mahler - Champagne Mega (IRE) Jack Hogan
You Can Be Sure
Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
Br Catherine & Simon O’Meara Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWFair form when runner-up on C&D hurdle debut in March 2025 Hasn’t reproduced that level over shorter trips here in his 2 comeback outings this spring but the return to a longer distance should suit now handicapping. TFRHHHII BHA104
2 COUNTRY MOUSE (IRE) (23) 0/0346P- 6 11-8
Ch m Kingston Hill - Mrs Mouse (IRE)
Fwittery Racing
Br Declan & Denis Phelan
Ciaran Gethings
Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Express Estate Agency S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner Reached the frame twice in mares’ novice hurdles in December but has struggled in 2 handicaps this spring TFRHHIII BHA98
3 PEPITE DE SAPHIR (GB) (448) 0/462/- 6 11-8
Br m Scorpion (IRE) - Pepite Rose (FR)
Gay and Peter Hartley
Nathan Moscrop
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br Falcon’s Line Ltd Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced sort who has been off for 14 months but did show promise in maiden/novice hurdles for Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole Interesting on yard/handicap debut with a tongue tie also added. TFRHHHHH BHA98
4
CRACK OPS
(GB) (28) 216322-
B g Cracksman - Operettist
4 11-0
Tristan Durrell
CoxonDanielsMannRosenbergStreet Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner Fair form over hurdles this spring, including 10 lengths second on 2 1/2m Bangor handicap debut 4 weeks ago, although he once again didn’t help his cause with mistakes. The cheekpieces he’s worn the last twice are left off now. TFRHHHHI BHA101
5 GETUPTHEYARD (IRE) (170)
26FF45-
B g Getaway (GER) - Harbour Mistress (IRE)
7 10-12
David Noonan On Business Nigel Hawke, Tiverton
Br Parkville Stud Junction 24 Ltd, Burlybed S
TIMEFORMVIEW Still a maiden but runner-up 3 times in handicaps last spring, including C&D. Off since a modest effort at Taunton in November Has had a breathing operation. TFRHHIII BHA88
6 GALWAY REEL (IRE) (163) 6U3102-
7 10-12
B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Moraine Sean Bowen Not One But Two Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Tinnakill Bloodstock Ltd Paul McGowan Grab Hire Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWCapitalised on falling mark when scoring at third time of asking over fences in 3m Market Rasen handicap last September Close second in chase at Leicester (23f, good to soft) in December Freshened up since Slightly lower mark back hurdling and Sean Bowen rides. TFRHHHHI BHA88
7 DEXPERADO (FR) (425) 22/0556/- 7 10-8
B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Speedgirl (FR) Charlie Hammond Crossed Fingers Partnership Nick Kent, Brigg
Br Thierry Prod’Homme & Mickael Prod’Homme
Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd. S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up twice at Market Rasen in spring 2024 but below par on next 4 starts and not seen since March 2025. A watching brief is the percentage call TFRHHIII BHA84
1-2-3: 1.PEPITE DE SAPHIR
REEL (IRE)
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 7.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.
Stewards Note:
DECLARED RUNNERS
GETUPTHEYARD: Following its run on 27/11/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Crack Ops (GB), 3-1 Galway Reel (IRE), 6-1 Pepite de Saphir (GB), 8-1 Barry Fife (IRE), 12-1 Country Mouse (IRE), Getuptheyard (IRE), 25-1 Dexperado (FR)
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FOURTH RACE 6.50
THE EATON HALL SHOOTING GROUND HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £18600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £7394, 2nd £3696, 3rd £1849, 4th £924, 5th £461, 6th £231. (Penalty Value £9677.58)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): O Murphy (58 wins from 271 runners, 21%) runs SECRET TRIX & WA WA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (10 wins from 34 runners, 29%) runs SECRET TRIX & WA WA
WEIGHTWATCHER: SECRET TRIX won off a handicap mark of 129, his rating is now down 9lb to 120. LONGEST TRAVELLER: GEEZER ROCKSTAR trained by H Fry, Corscombe, 186 miles.
This is a higher band of handicap for GEEZER ROCKSTAR but he was impressive at Wincanton last month and on that evidence, a 5lb rise is well within range assuming he sees this new trip out. Olly Murphy saddles 2 in-form rivals in the shape of Secret Trix and Wa Wa
1 SUPER
SURVIVOR (IRE)
(42) 00/2110- 10 12-0
B g Shantou (USA) - All The Best Mate (IRE)
Neil Goulden, Kevin & Sue Hopgood
Br M. Sheehy
Gavin Sheehan
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
BetVictor S
TIMEFORMVIEWLikeable stayer who enhanced his already positive strike rate with back-to-back wins last season Looked uncomfortable with the pace at Haydock (3m) last month and this may also fail to place enough emphasis on stamina for this thorough stayer TFRHHHII BHA138
2 MINELLA RESCUE (IRE) (35)
B g Beat Hollow - Some Catch (IRE)
Mr Simon Boucher
120400- CD 8 11-9
James Davies
Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
Br S. Lannigan O’Keeffe & E. Halley Far Logistics Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced in Grade 1 company as a novice and strong in the betting back down in class when doubling tally over hurdles in this race a year ago. Found a pair of high-end spring handicaps too much last twice but this is a much more realistic assignment TFRHHHII BHA133
3 SKYJACK HIJACK
(IRE) (22) 1115/P6- 8 11-6
B g Jet Away - Mrs Chevalier (IRE)
William Shanahan (5)
Mr Alan Baxter Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br R. J. O’Brien Equine Products UK Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Front-running hurdler who enjoyed a remarkable 2024 when completing a 6-timer at Newcastle Looked rusty after 15 months off when pulled up in handicap at Kelso in February and failed to come on a great deal for that Perth 3 weeks ago Needs to raise his game back up in trip TFRHHIII BHA130
4
LIHYAN
(IRE) (35) 332010- CD
B g Vendangeur (IRE) - Elle Est Milan (IRE)
8 11-4
William Maggs (3)
Bill Fraser & Adrian Pritchard Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br Mr S. Gorman Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORMVIEWStrong-travelling sort was delivered late to land 6-runner handicap at Newbury in March Raised in class but typically have his running when seventh at Aintree (displaying usual head carriage) and he can give it another good go from the same mark. TFRHHHII BHA128
5 KAYF
DANCER
(GB) (55) 31/4001- D
8 10-11
B g Kayf Tara - Winning Counsel (IRE) Callum Pritchard
Mrs Karola Vann & Mr Philip Hobbs Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead
Br J. R. Weston Philip Hobbs Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW Strong maiden form prior to landing odds in 3-runner maiden at Exeter last spring Didn’t get it right immediately in handicaps but better than ever returned to that venue when doubling tally in March (23f) 4lb rise fine but now needs to back that up TFRHHHII BHA121
6 SECRET TRIX (GB) (42) 500023- CD
9 10-10
B g Kayf Tara - Box of Trix (IRE) Sean Bowen
Mr D Smith Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Aiden Murphy Betano S
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner back in 2024 and having dropped in the weights, he’s back on reasonable heart, placed the last twice (underwent breathing surgery in between). Same mark here and Shaun Bowen takes over here, so he’s on the shortlist. TFRHHHHI BHA120
7 WA WA (IRE) (22) 233402- D
11 10-4
B g Yeats (IRE) - North Star Poly (IRE) Paul O’Brien
Perseverance partnership Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Alistair Corrigan Betano S
TIMEFORMVIEWVeteran four-time winner in Ireland and off the mark for this yard at Perth in April 2025. Plenty of solid placed efforts to his name since, including when second in repeat bid last month. Nudged up 4lb but likely to give it a good go TFRHHHHI BHA114
8 GEEZER ROCKSTAR (IRE) (45) PP2/001- 7 10-4
Ch g Getaway (GER) - Rock’s Field (IRE) Bryan Carver Doubtfire, Haring, Thornton & Davies
Harry Fry, Corscombe Br The Culloty Family Grosvenor Sport S TIMEFORM VIEW Finally put it all together in handicaps when a decisive winner at Wincanton (21f) last month. 5lb ruse could be lenient and hopes are high that he’ll stay this far. TFRHHHHH BHA114
2025: MINELLA RESCUE (IRE) 7 12 0 James Bowen 2-1 (Gary Hanmer) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Hood worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 7, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 6, 7, 8.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Geezer Rockstar (IRE), 9-2 Secret Trix (GB), 11-2 Kayf Dancer (GB), Wa Wa (IRE), 13-2 Lihyan (IRE), 12-1 Minella Rescue (IRE), 16-1 Super Survivor (IRE), 20-1 Skyjack Hijack (IRE) TIME DISTANCE 1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH
RACE RESULT:
Happy Birthday Mark from Steve, Oliver and all at Crystal Palace
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FIFTH RACE 7.20
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE CHEMIQUE BONDED FOR VICTORY CUP NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE
(CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £12800 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £5170, 2nd £2584, 3rd £1293, 4th £646, 5th £323. (Penalty Value £6759.68) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): O Murphy (58 wins from 271 runners, 21%) runs ORDEROFTHEDAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (10 wins from 34 runners, 29%) runs ORDEROFTHEDAY LONGEST TRAVELLER: QUEENSBURY BOY trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 235 miles.
STANNERS GLEN got off the mark at the third time of asking over hurdles with a bit up his sleeve at Wincanton in March and with the switch to chasing and step up in trip likely to bring about further improvement, he’s taken to capitalise on what could be a very generous opening mark. Black Hawk Eagle was going as well as any when exiting at Hereford on his latest start and should be adding to his chase tally this spring/summer, while Orderoftheday is another interesting newcomer to this sphere.
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1 QUEENSBURY BOY (IRE) (4) 45526-1
Br g Doyen (IRE) - Queens Wild (IRE)
Mr Martin Gowing & Mr David Jewers
Br R. Guiry
7 11-10
Brendan Powell
Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest
Fairplay Exchange S TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/dual hurdle winner for Harry Derham and had been steadily progressive over fences for this yard until a wayward display at Kelso in February. Walked over at Hereford 4 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA127
2 BLACK HAWK EAGLE (IRE)
(30) 02631F- 8 11-6
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Nimboo (USA) Conor O’Farrell
The Eagles Kerry Lee, Presteigne
Br Vimal and Gillian Khosla Kerry Lee, Kerry Lee S
TIMEFORMVIEW Flat/hurdles winner who belatedly confirmed the promise of his chasing debut when taking 3-runner handicap at Chepstow (2m, good to soft) in March. Still going as well as any when exiting before the longer trip came into play at Hereford since and remains of interest TFRHHHHI BHA123
3 THAT’S NICE
(IRE)
(40) 41/052P- 6 11-2
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Bloody Mary (FR)
Nico de Boinville
Seven Barrows Limited Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
Br Mrs Noreen McManus Unibet S
TIMEFORMVIEWPoint winner who won 2 of her 3 starts over hurdles. Well held first 2 runs over fences last season but back on track when second at Newbury (23f) in March Eased out of the race after a bad mistake at the fourth at Hereford since TFRHHHII BHA119
4 ORDEROFTHEDAY (IRE) (85) 22/1343-
6 11-1
B g Order of St George (IRE) - Jolie Landaise (FR) Sean Bowen
Mrs Diana L. Whateley Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Sean Gorman Betano S
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed plenty when runner-up in 2 bumpers and went one better on Bangor hurdling debut/reappearance (17f) in November Has shown better form in defeat in 3 runs since and possesses all the hallmarks of a useful staying novice chaser TFRHHHHI BHA118
5 STANNERS GLEN (IRE) (54)
B g Mount Nelson - Bandelaro (IRE)
Tony Gill, Michael Yates & Partners
21/1321- 7 10-7
Bryan Carver
Harry Fry, Corscombe
Br Paul Giles Grosvenor Sport S
TIMEFORMVIEWPoint/bumper winner in Ireland who got off the mark at the third time of asking over hurdles in maiden at Wincanton (15f, good) in March Bred to make a useful chaser and his opening mark could certainly underestimate him, particularly with the longer trip likely to suit. TFRHHHHH BHA110
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5.
Stewards Note:
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
THAT’S NICE: Following its run on 6/4/2026 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake.
LONGEST TRAVELLER: EARLOFBRACKENSTOWN trained by J Bedi, Yarm, 148 miles.
A case can be made for several but Stuart Edmunds has a good record with new recruits so ex-Irish FIGHTING FALCON could be the answer on his British debut. Victoria Milano is back hurdling off a very dangerous mark so he demands respect, with Good Boy Griff also of some interest.
1 KINGDOM OF STARS (FR)
B g Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Passing Burg (FR) Conor O’Farrell
Mr D. E. Edwards Kerry Lee, Presteigne
Br Mr Jean-Pierre-Joseph Dubois Kerry Lee, Kerry Lee S
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful Flat performer but hasn’t really looked a natural over hurdles so far, losing touch before the race fully took shape on handicap debut last month (2m) Cheekpieces go on back up in trip TFRHHHII BHA100
2 NITTY GRITTY (IRE) (10) P0P5P-2 D 6 12-0
B g Order of St George (IRE) - Scarlet Sky (IRE)
R J Baines
Charlie Maggs (3)
Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Br Miss Sarah O’Brien Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWFair winning hurdler for Joseph O’Brien who offered more than previously for current yard when fifth in 10-runner handicap at Wetherby on Boxing Day. Tame effort at Market Rasen but quickly back on his game with cheekpieces back on when second at Kelso. TFRHHHII BHA100
3
FIGHTING FALCON (IRE)
(27) 0/05P33- 5 11-13
B g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Special Witness (IRE)
Mr M. Kehoe
Charlie Hammond
Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard
Br Aaron Doocey Science Supplements S
TIMEFORM VIEW Minor promise only in Ireland for Josh Halley but has joined a yard with a good record with new recruits One to monitor very closely in the market with cheekpieces added to tongue tie. TFRHHHHH BHA99
4 VICTORIA MILANO
B m Milan - Aughrim Vic (IRE)
(IRE) (42) 643/F0P- 8 11-12
Tristan Durrell
Milano Racing Syndicate Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br William J. Noonan Dodson & Horrell Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 2m/2m5f hurdles winner in 2023/24 for Alastair Ralph Lightly raced since, failing to jump with any fluency when well backed over fences at Haydock last month. Return to hurdling in her favour and she lurks on a dangerous mark. TFRHHHHI BHA98
5 GOOD BOY GRIFF (GB) (28) 005542- 5 11-11
B g Maxios - Western Breeze (IRE)
Sean Bowen
Mr J. M. Tomlinson Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
Br Alne Park Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed improved form when going close on handicap debut at Bangor (2 1/2m) last month, headed dying strides. Not yet exposed so expected to give it another good go with Bowen booked TFRHHHHI BHA97
6 WHENTHEMUSICSTOPS (IRE) (36) P/4252- 5 11-10
Ch g Jet Away - Didn’t I Tell You (IRE) Luke Scott (3) A Baxter, S, Sowray, K Ward
Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br B. Kinsella Equine Products UK Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Failed to build on promising hurdling debut second at Plumpton in September both starts since, latterly back from a break at Sedgefield last month In very capable hands and now goes handicapping with a tongue strap on TFRHHHII BHA96
7 LEGENDARY DAY (GB) (27) 403/46F- 8 11-7
B g Adaay (IRE) - Dubai Legend James Best
Mr David Gibbons Barry Brennan, Lambourn
Br D. & S. L. Tanker Transport Ltd
K & M (Hauliers) Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Winner on the Flat for this yard in February 2025. Not in top form in either code since, falling 4 out at Stratford 4 weeks ago. TFRHHIII BHA93
1-2-3: 1.FIGHTING FALCON (IRE) 2.VICTORIA MILANO (IRE) 3.GOOD BOY GRIFF
8 SUMATRAN TIGER (FR) (169) 0/4//420- 9 11-5
B m Hurricane Cat (USA) - Malacca Straits
Harry Bannister
Mrs E. Roberts Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh
Br Harry Parkes Tori Global S
TIMEFORMVIEWMultiple winner on Flat in Jersey and made the frame in a couple of novice hurdles since joining Richard Phillips. Low-key handicap debut at Doncaster in November and has undergone breathing surgery ahead of reappearance. TFRHHIII BHA91
9
ESKIMO SAM (GB) (42) 0000/56-
7 10-9
Ch m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Artic Bliss Ciaran Gethings
First Chance Racing
Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Br First Chance Racing Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Failed to come on for her handicap/stable debut when sixth of 7 at Newton Abbot last time Now tried over a longer trip in a refitted tongue tie, but it’s hard to be confident. TFRHHIII BHA81
10 STAY HOPEFUL (IRE) (140) 53/1000- 6 10-8
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - J’Espere (IRE)
Lee Edwards
Catch Twenty Two Henry Oliver, Kinnersley
Br P. Travers
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off mark in Irish points at fourth attempt (April 2025) but well beaten in his qualifying runs. Handicaps upped in trip more suitable, at least. Cheekpieces also on TFRHHHII BHA80
11 SAINT
VIC (FR)
(14) 0030/0-2
B g Kamsin (GER) - Passionnante (FR)
7 10-6
Lewis Stones (3)
Kathy Day Anthony Day, Hinckley
Br Earl de Cordelles & Mr Robert Brard Mr Day S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who seemingly hasn’t been the easiest to train but he ran right up to his best when second of 8 over 23f here 2 weeks ago. TFRHHHII BHA78
12 EARLOFBRACKENSTOWN
(IRE) (191) 0//5PP0P- 7 10-3
Ch g Mount Nelson - Eva’s Legacy (IRE) Jack Hogan
Mr Duncan McCready Jessica Bedi, Yarm
Br Miss Michelle Bolger
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest ex-Irish maiden who offered little in a quartet of starts for Phil Kirby. TFRHHIII BHA75
13
SCRUMPYJACK
(GB) (22) 0/P00- 5 10-2
Ch g Jack Hobbs - Apple Days Gavin Sheehan
The Scrumping Jumpers
Br Mrs F. Marriott
Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
TIMEFORM VIEW Has looked very limited so far but headgear now employed from his basement mark. TFRHHHII BHA64
2025: ROCK ON TOMMY 10 10 9 Sean Bowen 5-2 (Olly Murphy) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Blinkers worn first time by No. 13. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3, 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8. Stewards Note:
KINGDOM OF STARS: Following its run on 6/4/2026 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the drop in trip. EARLOFBRACKENSTOWN: Following its run on 6/11/2025 it was reported that the horse jumped novicey. Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Good Boy Griff (GB), 15-2 Nitty Gritty (IRE), 8-1 Victoria Milano (IRE), 9-1 Kingdom of Stars (FR), Fighting Falcon (IRE), Whenthemusicstops (IRE), 11-1 Saint Vic (FR), 14-1 Stay Hopeful (IRE), 16-1 Scrumpyjack (GB), 25-1 Eskimo Sam (GB), 28-1 Earlofbrackenstown (IRE), 33-1 Legendary Day (GB), Sumatran Tiger (FR)
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RACE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £7000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2827, 2nd £1413, 3rd £707, 4th £354, 5th £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): O Murphy (58 wins from 271 runners, 21%) runs ASK A SAINTE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (10 wins from 34 runners, 29%) runs ASK A SAINTE LONGEST TRAVELLER: MODERN STYLE trained by N Hawke, Tiverton, 174 miles.
MODERN STYLE has taken off since switching to handicaps and looks up to completing the hat-trick. Spartan Times, a recent C&D winner, still has scope on the pick of his Flat form and needs considering, along with handicap newcomer Collanisi.
1
B or Br g Frontiersman - Lysander Belle (IRE)
William Shanahan (5)
Mike Harris & Alan O’Keeffe Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br Christian Leech & Mike Harris Equine Products UK Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Looked favourably handicapped on pick of Flat form and shrugged off any thoughts of rustiness with a battling display when making a winning handicap hurdle debut in 16-runner event over C&D earlier in the month. 5lb rise doesn’t look insurmountable so obvious player. TFRHHHHI BHA105
2 ZAFAAN (IRE)
(180) 35/2325-
B g Zoffany (IRE) - Gush (USA)
Odds-On Syndicate
6 11-12
Sean Bowen
Charlie Clover, Newmarket
Br Kilshannig Stud & Flaxman Holdings Clover Horse Transport S TIMEFORMVIEWStill to score over hurdles but shaped encouragingly in first-time cheekpieces and hood combination when second of 7 in a C&D handicap in October. Failed to build on that promise at Plumpton the following month, though TFRHHHII BHA103
3 ASK A SAINTE (GB)
B g Ask - Sainte Fortuna (FR)
(42) 3/0045-
6 11-10
Lewis Stones (3)
Fools and Horses Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Mr David Brace OBE Betano S TIMEFORMVIEWPlacedinabumperondebutandshowedmoreunderapositiveridesecondtimeupoverhurdleswhenfourthof18atWincanton(15f)inDecember Possiblyneeded the run when well held at Newton Abbot 4 months later and has since made an interesting yard switch (previously trained by David Brace) TFRHHHII BHA101
4
ROARIN’ SUCCESS (GB)
(21) 624- 6 11-9
Ch m Roaring Lion (USA) - Random Success (IRE)
Charlie Maggs (3) Hale Racing, Lyle Farming Company & Ptnr Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Paul Inglett Bluegrass Horse Feeds S TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful performer on the level (stays 1 1/4m) Showed more than first time up over hurdles when second in 17f maiden at Newcastle in January but failed to repeat that effort at Catterick next time Needs more now entering handicaps fit from the Flat. TFRHHHII BHA100
5 MERRY SHUIL (IRE)
(81) 34/0025-
Ch m Mahler - Whats Anothershuil (IRE)
A. C. O’Keeffe
8 11-6
I. J. Power
Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br Mr Brett Merry Equine Products UK Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden who produced much her best effort under a marked change of tactics when second of 5 in 2m handicap at Catterick in February. Failed to reproduce that form with patient tactics readopted back there later in the month, though TFRHHHII BHA97
6
MODERN STYLE
(GB) (24) 3P011-
4 11-1
Ch g Frankel - Poplin James Best
Mr N. Tucker Nigel Hawke, Tiverton
Br D. J. and Mrs Deer Junction 24 Ltd, Burlybed S
TIMEFORMVIEWMade it 2 wins from as many starts in handicaps hurdles in 10-runner event at Taunton (19f, good) 24 days ago, going with enthusiasm. Looks capable of completing the hat-trick TFRHHHHH BHA98
7
COLLANISI
(IRE) (50) 3/0054- 6 11-0
Br g Kalanisi (IRE) - Colla Pier (IRE) Callum Pritchard
Pimlico Racing - Collanisi Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Mr D. P. Dunne Fitzdares S
TIMEFORMVIEWShaped well when third in a Ffos Las bumper on debut Best effort over hurdles when fourth of 15 in maiden at Wetherby (2m, good) in March and brings an unexposed profile to his handicap debut TFRHHHII BHA91
8 CASTLE QUARTER (IRE) (53) 14P3P6- CD
B g Zoffany (IRE) - Queen’s Pudding (IRE)
Mr & Mrs R Newiss,& Mr Gavin Teversham
Br Mrs T. Brudenell
10 10-11
Bradley Harris (3)
Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
TIMEFORMVIEWOpened his hurdles account on second run following a lengthy absence over C&D last spring Mixed bag since, though did take a step back in the right direction when sixth of 13 in 2m handicap at Taunton on latest start. TFRHHHII BHA88
9 GENBU (GB) (14) 36600-3 D
B g Kameko (USA) - Gypsy Carnival
Moorland Racing
Br Newhall Estate Farm
4 10-2
Charlie Price
Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster
TIMEFORMVIEWBounced back to form on just second start for current connections when 2 lengths third of 16 to Spartan Times in C&D handicap (good, 66/1) a fortnight ago. Meets that rival on 4lb better terms but that may not be enough to reverse the form TFRHHHII BHA85
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Hood worn by No. 5. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.
Stewards Note:
MERRY SHUIL: Following its run on 24/2/2026 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 5.20 - THE QUINNBET CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (ARC Summer Chase Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, May 11th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Penalties, after May 9th, 2026, for each steeple chase 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 May 13th, 2026, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb QuinnBet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a 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 ARC Summer Handicap Chase Series Final to be run for a Total Prize Fund of £50,000, over a distance of 2m 4f at Worcester on 25th September, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in two or more steeple chases at ARC racecourses this season, at least one of which must have been a qualifier, as well as satisfying the usual handicapping qualification criteria for a Class 2 handicap steeple chase. Qualifying ARC racecourses are Ffos Las, Fontwell Park, Sedgefield, Southwell, Uttoxeter and Worcester 19 entries at £35 - Closed May 11th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 5.50 - THE CARLSBERG NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than one hurdle race. Enter by noon, May 11th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 3lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb CARLSBERG have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a 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 23 entries at £50. - Closed May 11th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 6.20 - THE 1664 BIERE NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, May 11th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Penalties, after May 9th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb 1664 BIERE has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento will be presented to the winning owner In addition a prize will be given to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 17 entries at £35. - Closed May 11th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)
SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 6.50 - THE EATON HALL SHOOTING GROUND HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9677 to the winning horse The second to receive £4449, the third £2224, the fourth £1112, the fifth £556 and the sixth £277. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-145 (also open to such horses rated 146 and 147 - see Standard Conditions). £93 stake if the horse is rated 119 or higher, or £18 stake if the horse is rated 118 or lower with £75 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Penalties, after May 9th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb Eaton Hall Shooting Ground have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a will give a cash prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of four times in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 13 entries, 1 at £18 and 12 at £93. - Closed May 11th, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £7394; Second £3696; Third £1849; Fourth £924; Fifth £461; Sixth £231. (Penalty Value £9677.58)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 7.20 - THE CHEMIQUE BONDED FOR VICTORY CUP NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6759 to the winning horse The second to receive £3110, the third £1555, the fourth £778 and the fifth £387. for novice five yrs old and upwards. £64 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £52 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 10lb Penalties, after May 9th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb (20lb weight range). Chemique Adhesives have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 11 entries, 5 at £12 and 6 at £64. - Closed May 11th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5170; Second £2584; Third £1293; Fourth £646; Fifth £323. (Penalty Value £6759.68) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
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Sixth Race 7.55 - THE SOMERSBY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, May 11th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Penalties, after May 9th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb SOMERSBY have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a 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 27 entries at £35. - Closed May 11th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 8.30 - THE HOBGOBLIN HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, May 11th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 14th. Penalties, after May 9th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb HOBGOBLIN have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 18 entries at £35. - Closed May 11th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)
