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THE QUINNBET DAILY FREE BET HANDICAP HURDLE 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) 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (40 wins from 262 runners, 15%) runs PLAYFUL FOX TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 24 runners, 33%) runs PLAYFUL FOX
LONGEST TRAVELLER: SACCARY trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 174 miles.
DESERT HALO still looks feasibly treated on the best of his hurdles form and he’s taken to make it 2 wins from 3 starts in handicaps. Diesel Line has a fine record here and is entitled to go close, while Playful Fox disappointed on his latest start but is clearly thought capable of better Saccary and Auntie Maggie both deserve a mention in a competitive event.
1 SPARTAN TIMES (GB) (171) 510- D 5 12-0
B or Br g Frontiersman - Lysander Belle (IRE) I. J. Power
Mike Harris & Alan O’Keeffe Jennie Candlish, Leek
Br Christian Leech & Mike Harris
Equine Products UK Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in good style at Worcester in June before winning 4 times on the Flat. Down the field in testing ground on return to hurdles at Bangor in November, but may do better now handicapping under less testing conditions. TFRHHHII BHA100
2 DESERT HALO (IRE) (26) 4U0312- D
B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Dushy Dante (IRE)
7 11-12
James Davies
Mrs Joanna Jensen Richard Bandey, Kingsclere
Br Mr Joseph Roche R W Armstrong Group Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW Beat a subsequent winner to open his account on handicap debut at Plumpton before bumping into a well-treated one at Hereford last time There still looks to be some mileage in his mark and he may well resume winning ways TFRHHHHH BHA98
3 DIESEL LINE (IRE) (27) 413344- CD
Br g Malinas (GER) - Ryans Robin (IRE)
Pete Wordingham & Charles Pogson
Br Mr Patrick Hugh Murphy
8 11-10
Charlie Todd
Charles & Adam Pogson, Farnsfield
TIMEFORM VIEW Strong-travelling sort won twice over C&D last year and is fancied to go close in a race that should be run to suit, following a creditable fourth on reappearance at Market Rasen TFRHHHHI BHA96
4
IOLAOS
DU MOU (FR) (327) 000/214- D 8 11-10
B g Coastal Path - Thelemise du Mou (FR)
Hedgehoppers
Tabitha Worsley
Tony Culhane & Stella Barclay, Garstang
Br Earl Domaine Du Mou Lancashire Racing Stables Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up over C&D before going one better at Warwick later in May, and he was perhaps still feeling those exertions, when finishing last of 4 in a Southwell handicap the following month. TFRHHHII BHA96
5 WESTERTON (IRE) (233) 550/-
B g Belardo (IRE) - Aubusson (IRE)
A Baxter, S, Sowray, K Ward
Br Mrs H. A. Jellett
6 11-8
Lewis Stones (3)
Jennie Candlish, Leek
Equine Products UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Let down by his jumping on qualifying run at Plumpton in 2024 and was below his useful best on the Flat for Alan King last year Has joined new connections for 10,000 gns ahead of this handicap hurdle debut, and he’s worth a market check, his yard also saddling Spartan Times. TFRHHIII BHA94
6 KALKAROO (IRE) (27) 061323-
B g Australia - Laka (IRE)
5 11-8
Gavin Sheehan
Miss S. Pilkington Billy Aprahamian, Towcester
Br Yeomanstown LS Ltd T.Coyle Flaxmanstable Lockwood Premium S
TIMEFORM VIEW Justified support to get off the mark at Market Rasen in February and while he’s remained in good heart with subsequent placed efforts there, his progress appears to have stalled. TFRHHHII BHA94
7 CROWN OF INDIA (IRE) (163) 4/10P56- D
B g Camelot - Queen of India (IRE)
The Agra Jewels
Br Queen Of India Partnership
5 11-7
Bryan Carver
Alex Hales, Edgecote
Winwood Construction UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Posted his best effort since winning a maiden at Worcester when sixth of 8 in a handicap at Wincanton last November, though that form looks far from robust.
TFRHHIII BHA93
1-2-3:
8 AUNTIE MAGGIE (IRE) (209) 116563- CD 7 11-6
B m Pour Moi (IRE) - Nora’s Cherry (IRE)
Ciaran Gethings
Mr Alastair Ralph Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Br Denis Noonan Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Front runner notched a third career success here this time last year, and though she wasn’t quite in the same heart when third in a course handicap chase in October, she could go close if revitalised by a break. TFRHHHHI BHA92
9 RAFFLES NOBU
(FR) (48) 644364- 6 11-6
B g Authorized (IRE) - Utopie des Bordes (FR)
Mr Michael Ogburn
Br Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede
Freddie Keighley (5)
Nick Scholfield, Lambourn
Nick Scholfield Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Yard has enjoyed an excellent rookie season, but this 6-y-o clearly isn’t the easiest to win with, carrying his head a bit awkwardly when fourth of 6 at Market Rasen in March TFRHHIII BHA92
10 PLAYFUL
FOX
(FR) (92) 345- 4 11-4
B g Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Reform Act (USA)
Harry Skelton
Babbitt Racing Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Mr Eric Aubree & Mme Maryse Aubree Bottlegreen S TIMEFORM VIEW Hails from a family his yard has had success with but having shown promise in junior hurdles, he never looked like justifying support on handicap bow at Catterick in late-January (reported to have made a respiratory noise) Clearly thought capable of better, though TFRHHHHI BHA96
11 TEN TEN TWENTY (IRE) (133) 6/2112/F- C D 8 11-2
B g Vadamos (FR) - Echo River (USA)
D. J. Jeffreys
Jack Hogan
D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
Br Declan Phelan Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at this track in 2024 but was having his first hurdle run for over a year when falling heavily at Hereford in December TFRHHIII BHA88
12 PORTCAMMON (IRE) (166) 436400- 7 10-13
B g Reliable Man - Desert Red (IRE)
Sean Bowen
Mr P C O Neill Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Cherryvalley Farms
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked to be building up to something when fourth in a C&D handicap last September but disappointed both starts subsequently However, he needs a close look in the betting with Sean Bowen taking over. TFRHHHII BHA85
13 LITTLE SOIREE (IRE) (48) 0560P6- D
Gr m Vendangeur (IRE) - Turmoss (FR)
8 10-9
Tom Broughton (5)
Folk From The Shire Olly Williams, Market Rasen
Br Mr R. Bryan
TIMEFORM VIEW Has struggled for new yard, showing no signs of capitalising on her falling mark. TFRHHIII BHA81
14 SACCARY (GER) (35) 0/46022- 7 10-8
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Survey (GER)
Mrs Lynne Webb & Partners
Jack Tudor
David Pipe, Wellington
Br Gestut Hof Lttlingen W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner finished ahead of a subsequent winner when second at Huntington, and having backed that up when runner-up over C&D (soft) last time, he has to be on the shortlist TFRHHHHI BHA80
15 GENBU (GB) (35) 436600- D
B g Kameko (USA) - Gypsy Carnival
Moorland Racing
Br Newhall Estate Farm
4 10-6
Charlie Price
Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster
TIMEFORM VIEW Fortunate winner of juvenile hurdle at Wetherby in October for Sam England but has struggled since, including on stable debut at Stratford in late-March. TFRHHIII BHA84
16 NOW THEN WENDY (GB) (56)
Bl m Mukhadram - Dusting (IRE)
Miss S. Cameron
Br Dusting Partnership
4/P06F4- 9 10-4
Ben Poste
Steph Cameron, Middlewich
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden over hurdles but ran one of her better races when (40/1) fourth of 8 at Hereford in early-March. TFRHHIII BHA76
2025: HIGHWAY ONE O FIVE (IRE) 6 11 7 Freddie Gordon 9-2 (Chris Gordon) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 16 Hood worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 10, 11, 16. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 12.
Stewards Note:
WESTERTON: Following its run on 11/9/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
PLAYFUL FOX: Following its run on 30/1/2026 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise.
Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Desert Halo (IRE), 7-1 Diesel Line (IRE), 15-2 Playful Fox (FR), 9-1 Kalkaroo (IRE), 11-1 Auntie Maggie (IRE), Saccary (GER), 12-1 Portcammon (IRE), 14-1 Spartan Times (GB), 16-1 Iolaos du Mou (FR),Raffles Nobu (FR), 20-1 Westerton (IRE), 33-1 Crown of India (IRE), Ten Ten Twenty (IRE), 40-1 Now Then Wendy (GB),80-1 Genbu (GB), 300-1 Little Soiree (IRE)
RACE RESULT:
1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH
SECOND RACE 1.20
ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 168YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE SUPPORT THE STOKE CITY FOUNDATION ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV I) (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): O Murphy (58 wins from 270 runners, 21%) runs LEXINGTON WOOD TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (9 wins from 37 runners, 24%) runs LEXINGTON WOOD FANCY THAT: D Skelton won this race in 2018 and 2024. The stable runs TRIGG today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: PAPPARICHE trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 154 miles.
A promising bumper horse in Ireland, LEXINGTON WOOD can make his second hurdle start a winning one. Dan Skelton’s hurdling newcomer Trigg is fancied to provide the main opposition.
1 BARRY FIFE (IRE) (49) 3/2552/0- 7 11-6
Ch g Mahler - Champagne Mega (IRE)
Jack Hogan
You Can Be Sure Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
Br Catherine & Simon O’Meara Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW £25,000 buy after placing in both Irish points and took a step forward from his bumper form when runner-up in a course maiden (23f) last season Needed the run on reappearance here in March and another drop back in trip suggests he could be a handicap project TFRHHHII BHA-
2 LEXINGTON WOOD (FR) (70) 0420- 5 11-6
Ch g No Risk At All (FR) - Super Anna (FR)
Sean Bowen
Mr Adrian Butler Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Bertwood Stables & Mrs H. De Soultrait Betano S TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive form in bumpers, running now-smart hurdler Ballyfad close on final start for Philip Fenton at Down Royal in November Subsequently sold for £105,000 and having been pitched in the deep end on hurdle/stable debut at Kempton in February, he can do better with sights lowered. TFRHHHHH BHA-
3
NOBLE DON
(IRE) (42) 3F/20//P6- 7 11-6
Ch g Sholokhov (IRE) - Pops Choice (IRE)
Rupert Frost & John Murray
Sean Houlihan
D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
Br Patrick Cronin Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in points but hasn’t offered much under Rules.
4 NOT AT THAT PRICE (GB) (86) 44/263-
B g Kayf Tara - Tazzarine (FR)
Mr Charlie Longsdon
Br R. F. Bailey
TFRHHIII BHA-
6 11-6
Gavin Sheehan
Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
TIMEFORMVIEW Fair bumper performer showed more second time up over hurdles, finishing a distant third behind a fairly useful pair at Doncaster (heavy) in early-February. TFRHHHII BHA-
5 PIC N MIX (FR) (149) 06-
Ch g Gemix (FR) - Trasimene
G. Chesneaux N. Littmoden
Br Mathieu Daguzan-Garros
5 11-6
Tom Cannon
Nick Littmoden, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little in a pair of bumpers at the end of last year for Michael Keady and hard to be confident of better on stable/hurdle debut
6 PRETTY DARN QUICK (GB) (86) 000-
B g Heeraat (IRE) - Zartwyda (IRE)
Graham Brothers Racing Partnership
TFRHHIII BHA-
6 11-6
Tabitha Worsley
Sarah Hollinshead, Upper Longdon
Br Graham Brothers Racing Partnership Grahams Estates Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown nothing in bumpers and now switches to hurdles.
7 TRIGG (GB) (37) 122- D
B g Getaway (GER) - Rock Chick Supremo (IRE)
TFRHHIII BHA-
5 11-6
Harry Skelton
Paul & Clare Rooney Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Mr Nick Skelton & Ms Judy Craymer The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Getaway gelding did well to make a winning debut in a Worcester bumper last September but proved no match for a useful prospect at Chepstow last time He’s in excellent hands for the switch to hurdling and has to enter calculations in a thin maiden TFRHHHHI BHA-
8 MAESTROW (GB) (8) 0000-
Ch g Masterstroke (USA) - Tennewrow (IRE)
Leadenhall Grapes Racing
4 11-0
Beau Morgan (5)
Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Andrew Bickmore Fitzdares S TIMEFORM VIEW From a good yard but has offered little in bumpers/hurdles to date TFRHHIII BHA-
9 PAPPARICHE (GB)
(11) 12/00-
B m Mahler - He Said She Said (IRE)
All Stars Sports Racing
6 10-13
Jack Tudor
Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br Peel Bloodstock Dodson and Horrell S TIMEFORMVIEW Winner on the first of her 2 starts in points but is seemingly being brought along with handicaps in mind TFRHHIII BHA-
2025: TRUSTINTIMES 4 11 0 Bryan Carver 10-3 (Harry Fry) 9 ran
Stewards Note:
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
LEXINGTON WOOD: Following its run on 21/2/2026 it was reported that the horse jumped novicey.
Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Lexington Wood (FR), 9-4 Trigg (GB), 11-2 Not At That Price (GB), 12-1 Barry Fife (IRE), 100-1 Pic N Mix (FR), Maestrow (GB), 150-1 Noble Don (IRE), Pappariche (GB), 250-1 Pretty Darn Quick (GB)
RACE RESULT:
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THIRD RACE 1.55
ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 168YDS) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE SUPPORT THE STOKE CITY FOUNDATION ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (DIV II) (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): O Murphy (58 wins from 270 runners, 21%) runs TAP TAP SHAMIE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (9 wins from 37 runners, 24%) runs TAP TAP SHAMIE FANCY THAT: D Skelton won this race in 2018 and 2024. The stable runs EVENING TESS today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: ON THE BAYOU trained by H Fry, Corscombe, 186 miles.
Olly Murphy’s TAP TAP SHAMIE looks to have been found an excellent opportunity to open his account in this sphere and add to his earlier points victory. On The Bayou has the form to play a part too and appeals as the one to chase him home ahead of hurdling newcomers Chedworth Boy and Kingofthefrontier
1 ANNUAL INVITATION (IRE) (20) 3200- 5 11-6
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Tip Tap Toe (IRE)
Jack Tudor
Sue Howell Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br Drumlin Bloodstock Dodson and Horrell S
TIMEFORMVIEW Placed both starts in Irish points but has looked one for the future when twice down the field over hurdles at Bangor and Ffos Las. Sort to do better once handicapping. TFRHHIII BHA-
2 CHEDWORTH BOY (IRE) (-)
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - A Plus Ma Puce (FR)
6 11-6
Liam Harrison
The FOB Racing Partnership 7 Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Cyril O’Hara BresBet S
TIMEFORM VIEW €35,000 3-y-o, Soldier of Fortune gelding Half-brother to numerous winners, including useful hurdler/smart chaser Tea Clipper, stayed 25f. Dam winning hurdler/chaser around 2m in Italy. Noteworthy debutant. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 FINAL SURPRISE (IRE) (26) 3/055- 5 11-6
B g Getaway (GER) - Seventh Surprise (IRE) Ciaran Gethings
Final Surprise Syndicate
Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
Br Parkville Stud Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Third sole outing in points and fair form shown without making the frame in 3 bumpers. Not out of things now going hurdling. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 KINGOFTHEFRONTIER (GB) (62) 1-
B g Frontiersman - Yoohoof
5 11-6
Conor O’Farrell
Mr G. Critchley John Dawson, Saltburn
Br Mr D. P. Topping & Miss A. Argerich
TIMEFORM VIEW Frontiersman gelding. Dam ran once in bumper Won sole start in points in March so needs considering starting out in this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA-
5
ON THE BAYOU
(IRE) (57) 1//525- 6 11-6
B g Affinisea (IRE) - Inis Ceithleann (IRE)
Bryan Carver
The Eyre Family Harry Fry, Corscombe
Br J. Hyland Grosvenor Sport S
TIMEFORM VIEW £140,000 purchase after winning sole outing in points. Runner-up on his hurdling debut at Exeter but only fifth when odds-on in another 2m maiden there in March. Reportedly struck into there and worth another chance Tongue tie added. TFRHHHHI BHA-
6 SAXON CROSS (IRE) (14) P52505-
Ch g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - My Brunette (IRE)
Mr Michael P. Tudor
6 11-6
Lee Edwards
Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard
Br Wardstown Stud Ltd Science Supplements S
TIMEFORMVIEW Points runner-up and fair form shown in bumpers in Ireland Being brought along steadily in this sphere for his new yard, fifth of 13 at Bangor two weeks ago. Can do better in due course TFRHHIII BHA-
7 TAP TAP SHAMIE (IRE) (28) 0/122- 6 11-6
Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Witness Express (IRE)
Sean Bowen
Mrs R. J. Skan Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Stephen Curran Betano S
TIMEFORMVIEW Winning Irish pointer who has shaped well when second in maiden hurdles at Wincanton and Carlisle this year The clear form pick here and looks the one to beat TFRHHHHH BHA120
8 ANXIOUS MOMENTS (IRE) (14) U0- 4 11-0
B g Maxios - Cheryls Island (IRE)
David Noonan
Mr John P. McManus Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
Br Mrs Mary Margaret Roche
TIMEFORM VIEW 25/1, eleventh of 13 in novice hurdle at Bangor on debut 14 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
9
EVENING TESS (GB) (21)
56-
Bl f Dink (FR) - Grassfinch
Mr Dan Skelton
Br Alne Park Stud
4 10-7
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester
The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in a pair of 2m novice hurdles at Chepstow this spring
2025:(See Div 1)
Hood worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5.
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2.
Stewards Note:
TFRHHIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
ON THE BAYOU: Following its run on 6/3/2026 it was reported that the horse lost its right-hind shoe.
Probable S.P’s: 10-11 Tap Tap Shamie (IRE), 3-1 On The Bayou (IRE), 11-1 Chedworth Boy (IRE), 14-1 Kingofthefrontier (GB), 22-1 Final Surprise (IRE), 25-1 Evening Tess (GB), 80-1 Saxon Cross (IRE), 100-1 Anxious Moments (IRE), 300-1 Annual Invitation (IRE)
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
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FOURTH RACE 2.35
ABOUT THREE MILES (3M 10YDS) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE STAFFORDSHIRE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE STAFFORDSHIRE PLATE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund
£35000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £13748, 2nd £6874, 3rd £3437, 4th £1719, 5th £858, 6th £431, 7th £214, 8th £109. (Penalty Value £18004)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (40 wins from 262 runners, 15%) runs JOYEUX MACHIN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 24 runners, 33%) runs JOYEUX MACHIN LONGEST TRAVELLER: CAPODANNO trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 145 miles.
CALIMYSTIC has hardly put a foot wrong over fences so far and can make it 3 from 3 in this sphere with further progress likely. King’s Threshold and Cruz Control are feared most back in calmer waters.
1 CAPODANNO (FR) (63) 0/0P43/P- D 10 12-0
Ch g Manduro (GER) - Day Gets Up (FR)
Conor O’Farrell
Mr John P. McManus Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Mr Andre Hebert
TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart at best for Willie Mullins but just the one decent effort in 2024/25 and offered little immediate promise starting out for this yard at Newbury 9 weeks ago after a year off. TFRHHIII BHA150
2 CRUZ CONTROL (FR) (21) 0P1/6P5- 9 11-3
B g Saint des Saints (FR) - En La Cruz (FR) Stan Sheppard
Mr F Green and Mr J Chinn Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Br Mr Christopher Richard Hirst Galebreaker S TIMEFORMVIEW No impact in 2 outings before Christmas and only fifth in the Freebooter at Aintree 3 weeks ago, a race which he’d won in the previous 2 seasons. Headgear now applied and he’s back down in class TFRHHHHI BHA139
3 HORANTZAU D’AIRY (FR) (52) 00/20P0- 9 11-1
B g Legolas (JPN) - Panzara d’Airy (FR)
Charlie Hammond
Mr Jim Gill Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard
Br Mr Claude-Yves Pelsy Science Supplements S TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in Kerry and Munster Nationals for Willie Mullins in 2024 but signs of decline with 3 different yards since TFRHHIII BHA137
4 JOYEUX MACHIN (FR) (42) 004F01- D 9 11-1
B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Ya d’La Joie (FR) Harry Skelton
UTB Racing Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Mr Philippe Thiriet & Mr Vincent Le Roy The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S TIMEFORMVIEW Ended a long losing run facing less exacting opposition at Bangor 6 weeks ago, though the winning margin probably flattered him to some extent Career best probably required if he’s to defy 5lb rise TFRHHHII BHA137
5 KING’S THRESHOLD (IRE) (51) 1P/0410- D 9 11-0
B g Yeats (IRE) - Pearl Buttons Gavin Sheehan
Sailing to Byzantium Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
Br William Jenks Hatherden Horse Transport S TIMEFORMVIEW Recorded a hat-trick last season and successful at Newbury just after Christmas, travelling easily and scoring with something to spare Found Kim Muir too demanding since but can make presence felt back at this level with headgear applied. TFRHHHHI BHA136
6 PEAKY BOY (IRE) (22) 133/F00- D
B g Kayf Tara - Joanne One (IRE)
8 10-12
Benjamin Macey (5) Martin Tedham & Wasdell Properties Ltd Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br N. Heaney & K. Heaney Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 of 4 starts over hurdles/fences (all at Cheltenham) for Nicky Henderson in 2024. Well below that level in 4 runs for current yard but this at least represents a drop in class and worth another go at this trip TFRHHHII BHA134
7 BHALOO (IRE) (154) 13/63PP-
Br g Sageburg (IRE) - Feldaline (IRE)
Dash Grange Stud
Br Susannah Berry
8 10-12
Sean Bowen
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
TIMEFORM VIEW A dual winner (at up to 2m4f) last season but arrives under a cloud, pulled up at Newbury when last seen in November TFRHHIII BHA134
1-2-3:
8 CALIMYSTIC (IRE) (56) 221P/11- D
B g Califet (FR) - Mystic Masie (IRE)
James & Jean Potter Ltd
7 10-6
Nico de Boinville
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
Br Mrs B. D. Byrne Potter Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 7-y-o who has really impressed since sent chasing, bagging handicaps at Newbury in December and Sandown in March, jumping well each time Up another 6lb but fancied to maintain his unbeaten record in this sphere. TFRHHHHH BHA128
9
PARTY
VIBES
(IRE) (26) 4/31P51- 8 10-3
B m Mahler - Flame of Dixie (IRE)
Richard Johnson Racing Party Vibes
Br M. O’Keeffe
Ciaran Gethings
Henry Daly, Ludlow
Humphrey Butler Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a competitive mares ’ handicap at Cheltenham in December and shrugged off a couple of lesser efforts to resume winning ways in a small-field chase at Hereford last month, albeit shaping third best for much of the way. Worth another go at this longer trip TFRHHHII BHA125
10 MIRALAGO (FR) (30) 0/233P5- 8 10-2
B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Street Party (FR)
Miss Olive Nicholls (5)
Ms Georgina Nicholls Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle
Br Guy Cherel Georgina Nicholls S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-French winning hurdler/chaser who ran creditably when making the frame first 3 starts for present yard However, struggled from out of the handicap last time and he’s 6lb out of the weights on this occasion TFRHIIII BHA118 2025: COCO MADEMOISELLE (IRE) 7 10 11 Harry Skelton 7-4 (Dan Skelton) 14 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2, 3, 5.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6, 7, 10.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Calimystic (IRE), 11-2 Cruz Control (FR), Joyeux Machin (FR), 7-1 King’s Threshold (IRE), 10-1 Party Vibes (IRE), 14-1 Peaky Boy (IRE), 18-1 Bhaloo (IRE), 25-1 Capodanno (FR), Horantzau d’Airy (FR), 33-1 Miralago (FR)
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Total prize fund
FIFTH RACE 3.10
(3M 10YDS)
(CLASS 5)
£7000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2827, 2nd £1413, 3rd £707, 4th £354, 5th £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (40 wins from 262 runners, 15%) runs CHOICE RUNNER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 24 runners, 33%) runs CHOICE RUNNER
LONGEST TRAVELLER: RULE ME IN trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 154 miles.
CHER MONSIEUR has been progressing over the smaller obstacles and looks fairly treated for his first crack at chasing. He gets the nod. Tom Desjy and Rule Me In look the likeliest dangers.
1 CHOICE RUNNER (IRE) (21) 24000P- 6 12-0
B g Well Chosen - Belsalsa (FR) Harry Skelton
Mr Robert Kirkland Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Ned Morris
The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden over hurdles but has struggled in handicaps this year and seemingly didn’t take to chasing on debut at Chepstow last month. Tongue strap on first time In good hands but comes with risks attached at present. TFRHHHII BHA96
2 BUTCHERS BILL (GB) (143) 46/035F-
6 11-11
B g Kayf Tara - Miss Bailly (FR) Lewis Stones (3)
Kathy Day Anthony Day, Hinckley
Br Mr W. Kinsey Mr Day S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden hurdler in Ireland but was a bit below that level sent chasing when third in a Downpatrick maiden in July No signs of improvement in 2 starts for new yard, beaten when falling late on when last seen at Leicester in December TFRHHIII BHA93
3 RULE ME IN (IRE)
(32) 435440-
7 11-8
B g Mahler - Don’t Rule Me Out (IRE) Jack Tudor
Sue Howell Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br Robert Haverty Dodson and Horrell S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner at 2m over hurdles but is yet to really threaten over the larger obstacles, well-beaten seventh of 9 in handicap chase at Bangor (2 1/2m, good to soft) 32 days ago. Likely capable of better in this sphere at some stage. TFRHHHII BHA90
4 CHER MONSIEUR (FR) (39) 0/35412-
Ch g Castle du Berlais (FR) - Ma Chere Amie (FR)
6 11-4
Conor O’Farrell
Mrs Samantha Dunn Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br S.C.E.A. de Maulepaire Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a determined display to get off the mark over smaller obstacles at Newcastle (2 1/2m) in January and improved on that form when good second of 12 in handicap hurdle at Southwell (2 1/2m, good to soft, 11/4) 39 days ago. Must enter calculations on chase debut. TFRHHHHH BHA86
5 WARNER’S CROSS
(IRE) (38) 412/6P5- 9 11-3
B g Leading Light (IRE) - Cellar Door (IRE)
Dylan Johnston
Mr John Griffin Clare Hobson, Royston
Br Mrs Claire Doyle Clare Hobson Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW Poor winner at 21f over hurdles who was below form on second attempt in this sphere at Hereford in March. Cheekpieces on for first time Likely best watched. TFRHHIII BHA85
6 CRAC DE MEGAUDAIS (FR) (104) 14/354P- 7 10-13
B g Saddex - Kauto Etoilee (FR)
Benjamin Macey (5)
John Edwards and Chris Richards Tom Gretton, Inkberrow
Br J. D’Argentre, G. D’Artentre et al
JMC Surfacing Contractors S
TIMEFORM VIEW Well supported when easily opening his account over hurdles at Fakenham in January 2025. Positive signs when third on chase debut at Newton Abbot last spring but he hasn’t shown much in 3 subsequent starts in this sphere. Hood back on TFRHHIII BHA81
7 NEW INVENTION (IRE) (32) 0P0P60- 6 10-9
Ch g Sholokhov (IRE) - Liss A Chroi (IRE)
Toby Wynne
The Jolly Boys Syndicate Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br Niall Flynn Dodson & Horrell Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed promise at Newcastle on hurdles bow in February 2025 but has failed to progress and made an unpromising start over the larger obstacles at Bangor in March Now tried in blinkers. TFRHHIII BHA77
1-2-3: 1.CHER MONSIEUR (FR)
8 TOM DESJY (FR) (36) 2/0003-
B g Zanzibari (USA) - Kassadame (FR)
Velocity Racing NH
Br Mrs Catherine Bodin & Mr Joel Bodin
6 10-8
Sean Bowen
Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn
Warren Greatrex Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW Runner-up sole outing in Irish points and improved on hurdles form at first time of asking in this sphere when third of 5 in handicap chase at Fontwell (2 3/4m, good to soft) 36 days ago. Holds solid claims with Sean Bowen aboard TFRHHHHI BHA76
9 JO ARENGEOT BEY
AA (FR) (42) P0P/646- D 7 10-6
Gr g Polarix - Totoche Bey (FR)
Mr N. Hartley
Gavin Sheehan
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Mrs Catherine Bonneau Fitzdares Limited, Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORMVIEW Point winner but he hasn’t pulled up many trees since embarking on a career under Rules, well held over hurdles at Bangor latest. Others more appealing TFRHHIII BHA74
10
ULTRA VIERS
(IRE) (38) 4/4F546- D 10 10-5
B g Fame And Glory - Endless Moments (IRE)
Mrs Phillippa Taylor
Br Pate Ltd
James Davies
Phillippa Taylor, Fringford
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 24 NH runs and arrives on back of below-par effort at Hereford 38 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA73
11
STONEGATE (GB)
(101) P554PP-
B g Proconsul - Bonnie Burnett (IRE)
Mr Brian Rothwell
7 10-2
Cameron Iles (5)
Brian Rothwell, Leyburn
Br Mrs Greta Sparks Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW Little show over hurdles/fences, looking increasingly temperamental 8lb out of the handicap here and readily opposed
TFRHIIII BHA62
2025: SIDE STEPPER (IRE) 6 10 5 Jack Tudor 4-1 (Christian Williams) 10 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Blinkers worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7, 10. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Tom Desjy (FR), 4-1 Cher Monsieur (FR), 11-2 Rule Me In (IRE), 8-1 Choice Runner (IRE), 10-1 Crac de Megaudais (FR), 14-1 Butchers Bill (GB), 18-1 Warner’s Cross (IRE), 20-1 Jo Arengeot Bey Aa (FR), 25-1 Ultra Viers (IRE), 28-1 New Invention (IRE), 150-1 Stonegate (GB)
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HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)
Total prize fund
£12000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4847, 2nd £2423, 3rd £1212, 4th £606, 5th £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): O Murphy (58 wins from 270 runners, 21%) runs SIR GALAHAD TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (9 wins from 37 runners, 24%) runs SIR GALAHAD
WEIGHTWATCHER: BLUEGRASS won off a handicap mark of 122, his rating is now down 5lb to 117. LONGEST TRAVELLER: TORRENT trained by N Hawke, Tiverton, 174 miles.
Returning to calmer waters, this looks a good opportunity for SIR GALAHAD to resume winning ways. C&D winner Whatsupwithyou could be worth another chance dropped in class, while Liverpool Knight should be in the mix if none the worse for his Cheltenham fall.
B g Shantou (USA) - Whats Up Britta (IRE)
Elliott England (7)
Mrs G. Collier Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Stone Electrical Ltd Fitzdares S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner in this grade at Ascot last December and while this veteran C&D winner arrives following 2 lesser efforts, he may make more impact back down in class. TFRHHHHI BHA126
2 LAST KINGDOM (FR) (22) 40PP00-
B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Galatica de Thaix (FR)
5 12-0
Harry Kimber
Mr John P. McManus Faye Bramley, Lambourn
Br Matheo Viel, Ichel Bourgneuf
TIMEFORM VIEW Emerging yard has had some success with recruits from the Willie Mullins stable, however, this 5-y-o hasn’t made any impact in 4 starts TFRHHIII BHA125
3 SIR GALAHAD (IRE) (22) 114260- 5 12-0
B g Churchill (IRE) - Katiyra (IRE)
Sean Bowen
Gary Allsopp & Mark James Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br RJB Bloodstock Ltd Betano, Allsopp & Allsopp S
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive 4-time winner over hurdles last summer but struggled in better company when well held on return in a premier handicap at Aintree (2 1/2m). Should stay this far, though, and a bold bid is expected with sights lowered. TFRHHHHH BHA125
4
CREBILLY
(IRE) (40) 05/60P5- D
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Blueberry Bramble (IRE)
9 11-9
Benjamin Macey (5)
Mr John P. McManus Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br J. F. Mernagh Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORMVIEW Has gone backwards from an encouraging reappearance at Aintree in November, faring no better for the addition of first-time cheekpieces at Wincanton last time Mark continues to fall, though, and good-value claimer takes over. TFRHHHII BHA120
5 MISS MAVERICK (GB) (287)
B m Westerner - Heels Overhead
5/11325- CD
9 11-7
James Davies
Miss Jean Balmer Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
Br Miss Jean Balmer
TIMEFORM VIEW Strong-travelling front runner has an excellent record here and having been dropped 2lb for a creditable fifth of 11 at Cartmel last July, she cannot be discounted if ready to roll TFRHHHII BHA118
6
EL GALACTICO
(IRE) (31) 2115PP- C
6 11-7
B g Hillstar - Golan River (IRE) Conor O’Farrell
Feilim O’ Muiri and Brendan Barrett Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br John Berry Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of small-field novice hurdles at this track and Plumpton last year, but hopes are pinned on the addition of the first-time hood, following another tame finish at Southwell on his latest start. TFRHHIII BHA118
7 LIVERPOOL KNIGHT (GB) (190) 5/4426F- C 8 11-6
B g Golden Horn - Nouriya Liam Harrison
The FOB Racing Partnership 5 Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Saleh Al Homaizi & Imad Al Sagar BresBet S
TIMEFORMVIEW Consistent sort has a good record at this course and was still in contention (being niggled) when falling at Cheltenham in October. Ought to be competitive if all is well TFRHHHHI BHA117
1-2-3:
8 BLUEGRASS (IRE) (30) 303440-
B g Galileo (IRE) - Quiet Reflection
Mrs. Diana Gardiner
7 11-6
Charlie Hammond
Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard
Br Coolmore Science Supplements S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hit and miss since winning on reappearance at Southwell in October, running one of his lesser races in a change of a headgear at Chepstow last time TFRHHHII BHA117
9 TOP COEUR (FR)
(31) 3/4365-
Br g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Lady Coraline (FR)
5 11-3
Jack Tudor
Sue Howell Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br Mr Gilbert Morosini Dodson and Horrell S TIMEFORMVIEW Fair form in a pair of maiden hurdles for Gavin Patrick Cromwell but a long way below that level on both starts for his new yard Should at least benefit from the return to a handicap. TFRHHIII BHA114
10 TORRENT (GB) (30) 2030P6- C
B g Camelot - Ighraa (IRE)
Peter Smith & Partner
5 11-0
David Noonan
Nigel Hawke, Tiverton
Br Aston Mullins Stud & S. Barrow Esq Junction 24 Ltd, Burlybed S TIMEFORM VIEW Inconsistent this season but he’s 1-1 at this track and took a step back in the right direction when finishing mid-field in a refitted visor (replaced by cheekpieces here) at Chepstow last time TFRHHHII BHA111
11 CORSICAN CAPER (IRE) (23) 034-
Gr g Fast Company (IRE) - Kanshe (IRE)
6 10-2
Lee Edwards
Mr G.R.Smith Kevin Frost, Newark
Br Forenaghts Stud Farm Ltd
Kevin Frost Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW Modest stayer on the Flat who has shown an aptitude for hurdling in novices and while the switch to a longer trip/handicap may benefit, he doesn’t look obviously well treated. TFRHHIII BHA97
2025: DONNIE AZOFF (IRE) 9 10 4 Gavin Sheehan 9-1 (Jamie Snowden) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 11
Hood worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4, 6, 8, 10.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Sir Galahad (IRE), 9-2 Liverpool Knight (GB), 8-1 Crebilly (IRE), 9-1 Miss Maverick (GB), 10-1 Whatsupwithyou (IRE), Torrent (GB), 12-1 Bluegrass (IRE), 16-1 El Galactico (IRE), 20-1 Top Coeur (FR), 25-1 Corsican Caper (IRE), 28-1 Last Kingdom (FR)
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SEVENTH RACE 4.20
THE PIRTEK STOKE CLASSIC NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE 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): F O’Brien (49 wins from 256 runners, 19%) runs DONTTELLYAMUMJACK TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (8 wins from 24 runners, 33%) runs COOLKATIE LONGEST TRAVELLER: SHINEALIGHT trained by J Dawson, Saltburn, 158 miles.
HILLWALK looked on a handy mark when runner-up on handicap bow at Chepstow, and he’s fancied to go one better over this longer trip. Lightly-raced Coolkatie remains with potential for the excellent Skelton yard, though, and she’s feared most, with Cinnodin and Good Boy Griff both deserving of an honourable mention. 1-2-3:
colours no horse age st lb
1 COOLKATIE (IRE) (26) 4F443-
B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Minirose (FR)
6 12-0
Harry Skelton
Mr K. Alexander Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Ballyreddin Stud & Haras Du Ma The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW From a good family and she ran her best race to date when third of 7 at Fakenham (2 1/2m). Likely to progress again upped in trip by leading yard TFRHHHHI BHA100
2 SHINEALIGHT (IRE) (87) 510506-
Bl m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Catherine’s Meadow (IRE)
5 12-0
Benjamin Macey (5)
Mr A. Barker John Dawson, Saltburn
Br Noel James
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer didn’t show the same promise as on her previous hurdle starts when well held on qualifying run at Sedgefield in early-February. Opening mark looks harsh, too. TFRHHIII BHA100
3 GOOD BOY
GRIFF
(GB) (14) 005542-
B g Maxios - Western Breeze (IRE)
5 11-11
Sean Bowen
Mr J. M. Tomlinson Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
Br Alne Park Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Went close on handicap debut at Bangor (2 1/2m) last time Step up in trip unlikely to be an issue and he merits serious consideration with Sean Bowen taking over. TFRHHHHI BHA97
4 CINNODIN (GB) (193) 6325-
6 11-10
B g Anodin (IRE) - Cinnilla Gavin Sheehan
The Lakota Partnership Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Br Ashbrittle Stud BetVictor S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat performer didn’t see out his race upped in trip on handicap bow at Exeter last October, though probably merits another chance on the back of a break. TFRHHHHI BHA96
5 HILLWALK (IRE) (21) 23/3402- 6 11-9
B g Ocovango - Mills Melody (IRE)
Conor O’Farrell
Ms S. Exell Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br John Riordan
TIMEFORM VIEW Featured much more prominently in the market when runner-up behind a thriving mare on handicap debut at Chepstow (19f). His yard excels with this type and he has strong claims to open his account. TFRHHHHH BHA95
6 WALKINTHEPRESENT (IRE) (31) 603314- 6 11-7
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Another Present (IRE) Dylan Johnston
Mrs Jane Gerard-Pearse Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Robert O’Callaghan Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked all about stamina when getting off the mark at Taunton but couldn’t follow up from 7lb higher at Wincanton last time, and Hillwalk may be the stable’s leading hope TFRHHHII BHA93
7
JAJA JIMMY
(GB) (45) 5/U504P-
6 10-13
B g Linda’s Lad - Jaja de Jau Tom Cannon
The Jimmy Syndicate Jo Davis, East Garston
Br Mrs S. L. Brimble Equissistant Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in a bumper in 2024 but hasn’t made any impact over hurdles to date TFRHHIII BHA85
8
GOLLY
GOSH (IRE) (52) 0/060P-
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Fantastic Gold
Bishbashbosh
5 10-9
Ciaran Gethings
Billy Aprahamian, Towcester
Br Gearoid Connaughton Lockwood Premium S
TIMEFORM VIEW Went with little encouragement on handicap debut at Huntingdon in March and hopes pinned on the fitting of a first-time tongue strap. TFRHHIII BHA81
9 DONTTELLYAMUMJACK (GB)
Ch g Dariyan (FR) - Masiyma (IRE)
(45) 0/00344- 5 10-8
Jack Hogan
KHDRP Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Blythe Park Stud BresBet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has finished a distant fourth on both handicap starts to date (including over C&D), though should at least benefit from the addition of cheekpieces. TFRHHIII BHA80
10 SAINT VIC
(FR) (21) 00030/0-
B g Kamsin (GER) - Passionnante (FR)
7 10-2
Lewis Stones (3)
Kathy Day Anthony Day, Hinckley
Br Earl de Cordelles & Mr Robert Brard Mr Day S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden seemingly hasn’t been the easiest to train in recent seasons, finishing well held after nearly a year off at Chepstow last time
11 THE KINGS SOLDIER
TFRHHIII BHA74
(IRE) (13) P56604- 5 10-2
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Slaney Lady (IRE)
Liam Harrison
Mr P. Long Tracey Leeson, Towcester
Br Mr K. Bolger
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed his first form for the switch to a handicap/longer trip (following a breathing operation) when fourth of 10 at Stratford last time, though still has something to find at the weights. TFRHHIII BHA73
12 INCA (FR)
(38) B/2/00/06-
B g Coastal Path - Nota Bene (FR)
Mr John Griffin
Br Patrice Vagne & Haras de Saint Voir
8 10-2
Ben Poste
Clare Hobson, Royston
Clare Hobson Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point runner-up who again offered little under Rules when well beaten on handicap debut at Hereford, and the marked step up in trip will need to spark significant improvement
2025: MAX’S CHAMP (FR) 9 11 7 Benjamin Macey 11-1 (Samuel Drinkwater) 11 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6, 7.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Hillwalk (IRE), 4-1 Good Boy Griff (GB), 11-2 Coolkatie (IRE), 8-1 Cinnodin (GB), 10-1 Walkinthepresent (IRE), 14-1 Donttellyamumjack (GB), 20-1 The Kings Soldier (IRE), 28-1 Shinealight (IRE), Saint Vic (FR), 33-1 Jaja Jimmy (GB), Golly Gosh (IRE), 100-1 Inca (FR)
RECORD TIMES
THE QUINNBET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (ARC
Summer Chase Series Qualifier)
(GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4039, 2nd £2019, 3rd £1010, 4th £505, 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights lowered 2lb.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): O Murphy (58 wins from 270 runners, 21%) runs UKANTANGO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (9 wins from 37 runners, 24%) runs UKANTANGO LONGEST TRAVELLER: JET SMART trained by D Summersby, Kellacott, 230 miles.
TUNE IN A BOX shaped really well when runner-up at Sandown last time and this fairly useful winning hurdler gets a confident vote to gain a breakthrough success over fences off the same mark here. Ukantango is next on the list on the back of a stylish Southwell victory with Nickelforce and Jet Smart appealing as the pick of the remainder
1 PONY SOPRANO (IRE) (95) 50/3533- 7 11-10
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Milanese Queen
Harry Skelton
Mr Stephen Bough Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed for the third time when third of 4 in handicap chase at Newcastle (2m, heavy) 95 days ago but he’s yet to fully convince as a chaser Tongue strap and cheekpieces go on for 1st time TFRHHHII BHA117
2 TUNE IN A BOX (IRE) (56) 255032- D
7 11-10
Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Belle Fortune (IRE) Stan Sheppard
Woolhope Hopefuls Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Br Victor Connolly Galebreaker S
TIMEFORM VIEW Signalled he is ready to go in over fences when a promising second of 8 in handicap chase at Sandown (3m, soft) 56 days ago, conceding first run to the winner Major shout off an unchanged mark. TFRHHHHH BHA117
3 UKANTANGO (IRE) (31) 244101-
Ch g Ocovango - Molly Be
9 11-9
Sean Bowen
Ladies in Racing 1 Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Thistletown Stud Betano S
TIMEFORMVIEWFirst run over fences in almost 2 years when bagging 6-runner handicap chase at Southwell (2 1/2m, good to soft) 31 days ago. Up 7lb but scored comfortably there so not taken lightly TFRHHHHI BHA116
4 NICKELFORCE (IRE) (28) 432214- D 7 11-9
B g Workforce - Nickel (IRE)
Mr Charlie Case (7)
Lovell Massey Meads Smith Walsh Ben Case, Banbury
Br Mr Neville Reid David Andrews Construction Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW Gained a deserved success at Wincanton in November Off 5 months and shaped as if in need of the run when fourth of 6 at Newton Abbot (21f) four weeks ago. Can take a step forward. TFRHHHII BHA116
5 DOYOUKNOWWHATIMEAN (GB) (14) P2PP4P- 9 11-8
B g Martaline - Knar Mardy
Benjamin Macey (5)
The Dabblers Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
Br Exors of the Late Michael Lysaght Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up in handicap chase at Bangor (2 1/2m) 14 days ago. Cheekpieces go back on TFRHHIII BHA115
6 GRAND CLERMONT (FR) (36) P10211- D
Ch g Maresca Sorrento (FR) - Flo de Clermont (FR)
10 11-7
Rian Corcoran (5) David Pipe Racing Club David Pipe, Wellington
Br SCEA La Reigniere W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW French import who ended his time there with a pair of claiming chase wins, latest at Bordeaux (19f) in March. Fairly useful and this veteran is much respected for his new yard TFRHHHII BHA114
7 SKI LODGE
(IRE) (28) 222F44- 7 11-7
B g Gatewood - Ballygill Countess (IRE) Gavin Sheehan Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Ski Lodge Alan King, Barbury Castle
Br Martin Donnellan Goodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Still to score over fences but cheekpieces on when a solid fourth of 11 in handicap chase at Haydock (3 1/4m, good) 28 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA114
8 START AGAIN (IRE) (182) 02/3013-
B g Kingston Hill - Start Allover (IRE)
6 11-3
Jack Hogan
The Tequila Tipplers Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Mr A. M. O’Grady BresBet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive hurdler who scored at Exeter in October before a very good third of 5 at Ascot (2m) following month. Goes chasing after a six-month absence here TFRHHHII BHA110
9 JET SMART (IRE) (20) 554311- C
Ch g Jet Away - Cherry Island (IRE)
8 11-2
Bryan Carver
The Smart partnership Dean Summersby, Kellacott
Br Ms Cecily Purcell
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner last July but lightly raced and below par since, fourth of 5 in handicap chase here (3m) 6 months ago. Scored twice in points last month though so not out of things. TFRHHHII BHA109
2025: SALLEY GARDENS (IRE) 9 11 7 Sean Bowen 5-4 (Olly Murphy) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5, 7.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Tune In A Box (IRE), 4-1 Ukantango (IRE), Grand Clermont (FR), 8-1 Pony Soprano (IRE), 12-1 Ski Lodge (IRE), 18-1 Start Again (IRE), 20-1 Nickelforce (IRE), Doyouknowwhatimean (GB), Jet Smart (IRE)
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly. And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British. Majority funded by the HBLB.
THANK YOU
TheUttoxeterRacecourseManagement team wouldliketothank allracegoersfor attending todayand ask foryourpatience andco-operation on leaving duetothe high leveloftraffic headingout of theracecourse.Thank you.
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Eaton Hall Shooting Ground, is your premier clay shooting destination in the Midlands!
Eaton Hall Shooting Ground, is your premier clay shooting destination in the Midlands!
WHY CHOOSE US?
WHY CHOOSE US?
A purpose-built clubhouse. Clay Pigeon Shooting.
Air rifle range.
Full Bore Rifle Range. Running Boar. Gunroom. Clothing Room. Café.
A purpose-built clubhouse. Clay Pigeon Shooting. Air rifle range. Full Bore Rifle Range Running Boar. Gunroom. Clothing Room. Café.
Meeting rooms & Corporate Facilities. Everyone welcome.
Meeting rooms & Corporate Facilities. Everyone welcome.
Open 9am - 4pm, Monday to Friday.
Open 9am - 2pm on Sunday. Gunroom
Open 9am - 4pm, Monday to Friday.
Open 9am - 2pm on Sunday.
WHERE TO FIND US.
WHERE TO FIND US.
Eaton Hall Shooting Ground. Upwoods Road. Doveridge, Ashbourne. DE6 5LN.
Eaton Hall Shooting Ground. Upwoods Road. Doveridge, Ashbourne. DE6 5LN.
