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B g Indian Danehill (IRE) - Woodford Beauty (IRE)
All Stars Sports Racing & J Davies
910-7
James Bowen
Christian Williams, Bridgend Br Mrs P. J. O’Connor NAF S TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to land a Wincanton handicap in December and in the process of running very well when falling on his last 2 starts. Capable of figuring but will need to keep errors down TFR###!! BHA135
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor S Br
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FIRST RACE 2.12
ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 168YDS) FOR JUVENILE THREE YRS OLD THE QUINNBET DAILY FREE BET JUVENILE HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (48 wins from 272 runners, 18%) runs SALKADAN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (10 wins from 35 runners, 29%) runs SALKADAN FANCY THAT: D McCain won this race in 2018 and 2021. The stable runs AL ZA’AMA today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: HELLO GARDA trained by J J Hanlon, Ireland.
SALKADAN was just about the pick of these on Flat form and very much appealing as the type to make his mark over hurdles for the red-hot Skelton yard, he shades preference over easy Market Rasen scorer Vietnorm. Zooter and Keep Under Wraps complete the shortlist.
no horse
B g Kessaar (IRE) - Seafaring (IRE)
Danny McMenamin Keatley Racing Owners Group Adrian Keatley, Malton Br Kelly Equine Services Keatley Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWImproved for a step up in trip when landing pair of 1 1/4m Flat handicaps in May and continued good work when successful on hurdles bow at Market Rasen in June. Had excuses when fifth back on Flat at Ripon since and he’s very much of interest back jumping as yard continues in excellent heart. TFRHHHHI BHA-
2AL ZA’AMA (IRE) (87)
B g Khalifa Sat (IRE) - My Silver Bullet (IRE)
The Taking Part Racing Club
Theo Gillard
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Declan Phelan & Nat SmithBluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORMVIEWModest maiden on Flat for Andrew Balding who was well held on return from 5 months off (equipped with a tongue strap) when last of 8 in a Southwell maiden (11f) in April. Betting can guide now hurdling for new stable TFRHHHII BHA-
3HELLO GARDA (IRE) (5) 3
Ch g Supremacy (IRE) - Urban Beauty (IRE)
11-0
Paddy Hanlon (5)
Ms Rachel O’Neill John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland
Br Michael Buckley
TIMEFORMVIEWModest maiden up to 1 1/4m on the Flat who finished well held starting out over hurdles when third in a Stratford juvenile (2m) earlier this month. Well below best back on the level at Nottingham since. TFRHHIII BHA-
4KEEP UNDER WRAPS (GB) (33)
r
11-0
B g Massaat (IRE) - Gipsy Doll Jack Tudor
Mr E. A. Brook Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br Aoifa & Nell KentDodson & Horrell Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWSon of Massaat who didn’t go unsupported but ran out 2 from home at Newton Abbot (17f) 33 days ago. Hard to know what he would have achieved there and gelded subsequently One to note for market confidence again TFRHHHII BHA-
5NICOLAI
(GB) (108)
B g Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Walkill (USA)
11-0
Conor O’Farrell
Mr Eamon Kelly Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Mr A. N. C. Bengough
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to better poor form in 5 starts for Jack Channon at up to 1m (visored final 2 starts) and looks best watched now hurdling in first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHHII BHA-
6SALKADAN (GB)
B g Ulysses (IRE) - Donatia
Kate Fisher & Sally Hall
Br Lady Juliet Tadgell
(52) 11-0
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester
The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORMVIEWUlysses half-brother to fair 2m hurdle winner Rumi Fair himself on the Flat, confirming previous promise when opening his account in handicap at Haydock (11.6f) in May. Excuses at Ffos Las next time and he’s clearly very interesting now hurdling for red-hot yard following a breathing operation. TFRHHHHH BHA7US OFFICER (GB) (7) 2 11-0
B g Land Force (IRE) - Alpine Mistral (IRE)
Empire State Racing Partnership 2
Br Cover and Carry Limited
Brendan Powell
Tom Dascombe, Lambourn
Route Agency Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on Flat who showed some aptitude for hurdling when second of 5 at Newton Abbot (17f) 7 days ago. Possible he can build on that
TFRHHHII BHA-
8ZOOTER (GB) (31) 11-0
B g Australia - Kalagia (IRE)
Sean Bowen
Millennial Racing 1 Jack Jones, Newmarket
Br Michelle Morris Tattersalls S
TIMEFORMVIEWFair maiden on the Flat (stays 1 1/4m) who hasn’t been at his best in recent starts However, yard boast a healthy strike rate with runners in this sphere and booking of Sean Bowen rates an obvious plus. One to monitor closely in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA-
9ADBA (FR) (91)
Ch f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Ajayeb (IRE)
10-7
Harry Kimber
The Cheeky Pups Faye Bramley, Lambourn
Br Al Shaqab RacingScotty Brand Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWStarspangledbanner filly. Dam half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (17f winner) Arslan Modest form on Flat (stays 8.5f) for Ralph Beckett and she’s best guided by the betting now hurdling for new stable TFRHHHII BHA-
2025: DIGNAM (IRE) 3 11 7 J J Slevin 2-9 (Joseph Patrick O’Brien) 11 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 7.
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6.
Stewards Note:
VIETNORM: Following its run on 6/7/2026 it was reported that the horse suffered interference early-on.
AL ZA’AMA: Following its run on 30/4/2026 it was reported that the horse never travelled.
NICOLAI: Following its run on 9/4/2026 it was reported that the horse suffered interference early-on.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Vietnorm (IRE), 7-2 Salkadan (GB), 11-2 Keep Under Wraps (GB), 9-1 Us Officer (GB), 10-1 Zooter (GB), 14-1 Adba (FR), 16-1 Al Za’ama (IRE), 25-1 Nicolai (GB), 33-1 Hello Garda (IRE)
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SECOND RACE 2.42
ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 168YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
THE ROYS
ICES
MARES’ 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) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): F O’Brien (45 wins from 255 runners, 18%) runs NO RISK TODAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): F Brennan (2 wins from 6 runners, 33%) runs LADY FORTUNE LONGEST TRAVELLER: MISS OREO trained by J J Hanlon, Ireland.
Expensive point recruit NO RISK TODAY may progress again to open her Rules account. Myfavouritesister and Culligran are more exposed, but both look on potentially handy marks.
B m Clovis du Berlais (FR) - At The Top (FR)
Paddy Hanlon (5)
Ms Susan Cosgrove John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland
Br Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary
TIMEFORM VIEW Long time since she’s shown any worthwhile form Returns to hurdling having pulled up both starts over fences this year TFRHHIII BHA98
2MIRACLES
DO
HAPPEN (GB) (37) 6061-0P D 5 11-11
B m Bathyrhon (GER) - Cosmic Diamond
Hip Flask Racing (MR)
James Bowen
Billy Aprahamian, Towcester
Br The Glanvilles Stud Ltd Lockwood Premium S
TIMEFORM VIEW Headstrong sort Gone wrong way since shedding her maiden tag at Taunton. Sold cheaply out of the Tom Lacey stable prior to pulling up at Market Rasen last time TFRHHIII BHA95
3NO RISK TODAY (FR) (16) 50-6602
611-5
B m No Risk At All (FR) - Lilli Star (FR) Jack Hogan
Mr Clarence Bennie Robinson Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Mr Bernard BoltBresBet S
TIMEFORMVIEWA 6-figure buy after winning an Irish point. Built on qualifying run promise at the second attempt when runner-up to another lightly-raced sort at Worcester (2m) last time Another step forward could see her get off the mark under Rules. TFRHHHHH BHA89
4PRETTYLADY (FR) (30) 60P-114 D
Ro f The Grey Gatsby (IRE) - Polarized
4 11-3
Jack Tudor
The Pretty Lady Syndicate Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
Br Haras Des Saint Julien Dodson & Horrell Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWFair ex-French Flat maiden Had plenty in hand when making it 2-2 in handicaps at Southwell last month. Appeared to be beaten by more than an 8lb rise when running badly on hat-trick bid at Bangor subsequently TFRHHHII BHA91
5CULLIGRAN (IRE) (25) 2143-02 D
7 11-3
Gr m Notnowcato - Moonlit Theatre (IRE) Kielan Woods
Mrs C. Woods D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
Br Miss Mary Morgan
TIMEFORMVIEWOnly beaten by pair of in-form rivals when last seen over hurdles this time last year Back to form when second (clear of rest) over fences at Worcester latest and makes appeal back hurdling off just 2lb higher. TFRHHHHI BHA87
6CURIOUS MRS FOX (GB) (35) 43-664
510-13
B m Dragon Dancer - Crimson Skies (IRE) Joshua Thompson (5)
The Red and White Stripes David Thompson, Darlington
Br John Joseph Davies
TIMEFORMVIEW Poor maiden on the Flat. Shaped better than previous handicap hurdle starts when 8 3/4 lengths fourth at Hexham (2m) 5 weeks ago. Forecast pace in the race will help but more likely to be keeping on for minor honours. TFRHHHII BHA83
7LADY FORTUNE (IRE) (11) P/5P-141 CD 6 10-13
Gr m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Topless (IRE) Isabelle Ryder (5)
Mr M. Edwards Barry Brennan, Lambourn
Br Pat & Eddie Barry
TIMEFORMVIEWNarrowlylandedagamblefollowingabreathingoperation/breakatMarketRasen(21/2m)inlate-May
8DOTTIES PROMISE
(GB) (24) 40606-6 D 6 10-12
B m Telescope (IRE) - Harrisons Promise
Castle View Racing & W. F. Corbett
Nathan Moscrop
Susan Corbett, Otterburn
Br William Francis Corbett Finnies Heavy Haulage S
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed first form over hurdles when beaten 21 1/2 lengths in steadily-run Perth maiden on return from 12 weeks off. That’s still some way off her fair winning bumper form and hard to be confident she’ll improve in line with her opening mark. TFRHHIII BHA82
9NORTHERN ROSE
(IRE) (7) 232-022 6 10-9
Ch m Footstepsinthesand - Becuille (IRE)
Mr F W Dronzek & Mr C Chell
James Davies
Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
Br MCR Bloodstock LtdTote S
TIMEFORMVIEWLong-standing maiden No match for improver over C&D last autumn Has returned in good form, adding another runner-up finish to her Stratford CV on latest start. Should give her running again, for all she’s probably vulnerable to less exposed types. TFRHHHII BHA79
10 JUKEBOX ANNIE
(IRE) (16) 66P-4P5 D
Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Ismane (FR)
7 10-6
Ben Godfrey
Mrs C. Hitch Claire Hitch, Watchet
Br J. F. C. Maxwell
TIMEFORMVIEW Bumper/novice hurdle winner Finished as close as she has in a handicap when fourth behind a next-time-out winner on return at Newton Abbot. Underlined she isn’t one for maximum faith with a lesser effort at Worcester last time TFRHHIII BHA76
11
MYFAVOURITESISTER (IRE) (24) 43P-056
B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Credit Box (IRE)
7 10-3
Brian Hughes
My Favourite Sister Patrick Neville, Leyburn
Br Mrs B. Keane Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWLong-standingmaidenislikely in better heartthan recent form figures would suggest. Typically didplentywrongwhen seekingto make all underBrian Hughes at Perth (3m) latest Marked drop in trip in first-time blinkers an interesting angle, and she may well make a better fist of it this time TFRHHHHI BHA73
12 GRANNY B (IRE) (11) 063-P50
B m Acclamation - Debuetantin
610-2
Kevin Brogan
Mr Michael Mullineaux Michael Mullineaux, Tarporley
Br Kildaragh Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Best efforts in handicaps when placing in back-to-back C&D contests last May. Hasn’t shaped as though ready to capitalise on plummeting mark this season TFRHHIII BHA71
2025: PURE GOLD 5 11 2 Peter Kavanagh 9-1 (Lisa Harrison) 12 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Blinkers worn first time by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 10. Hood worn by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4, 7, 9, 11. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 9. Stewards Note:
CURIOUS MRS FOX: Following its run on 21/6/2026 it was reported that the horse obtained an injury to its knee. DOTTIES PROMISE: Following its run on 2/7/2026 it was reported that the horse jumped novicey.
Probable S.P’s: 5-1 No Risk Today (FR), Lady Fortune (IRE), 11-2 Myfavouritesister (IRE), 15-2 Northern Rose (IRE), 8-1 Culligran (IRE), 14-1 Prettylady (FR), 18-1 Curious Mrs Fox (GB), 20-1 Miracles Do Happen (GB), Jukebox Annie (IRE), 25-1 Granny B (IRE), 33-1 Dotties Promise (GB), 40-1 Miss Oreo (IRE)
RACE RESULT:
ABBREVIATIONS
- Beaten Favourite B - Brought Down
R - Refused S - Slipped Up
NOTICES
Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ names, descriptions, performances and values of races have been added for the convenience of the public, but are subject to alteration All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the ring on the way to the post.
THIRD RACE 3.12
ABOUT TWO MILES (1M 7F 168YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE CL CLEANING SERVICES KEN BOULTON MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)
Total prize fund £8700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3514, 2nd £1757, 3rd £879, 4th £439, 5th £219. (Penalty Value £4594.47) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (48 wins from 272 runners, 18%) runs ICE JET TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (10 wins from 35 runners, 29%) runs ICE JET
LONGEST TRAVELLER: WAR CORRESPONDENT trained by J J Hanlon, Ireland.
BRIGHT LEGEND possibly didn’t take to a visor when last seen in a much better race at Punchestown in April. He’d been working his way back to form prior to that and could be worth chancing following a break. Drombeg Lad and Emerald Time also appeal in a very tricky handicap.
STATS KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
CORRESPONDENT (IRE) (14)
Gr g Teofilo (IRE) - Walkamia (FR)
Paddy Hanlon (5)
N. Seventeen Syndicate John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland
Br Ballygallon Stud Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWHadblinkersonwhen hittingtheframeinaWexfordchaseandclaimer inMay.Haslookedastemperamentalaseverbothsubsequentstartsincheekpieces, latterly finishing well beaten in Stratford handicap hurdle on stable debut. No surprise to see more severe headgear return. TFRHHIII BHA118
2ICE JET (IRE) (19) 02-1112 BF
Gr g Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Star Jet (IRE)
Chris and May Mullin
4 11-9
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br LadisThe Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORMVIEW Defied a double penalty to land a 10-day hat-trick at Worcester (2 1/2m) in May. Unlucky not to extend his sequence on chasing debut here latest. Needs to improve on previous hurdle form to resume winning ways, but that’s entirely possible given his current trajectory. Engaged 5.00 here Friday. TFRHHHII BHA117
3BRIGHT LEGEND (IRE) (89)
33531-0
B g Zoustar (AUS) - Alexiade (IRE)
6 11-7
J. P. O’Neill (7)
The Cheeky Pups Faye Bramley, Lambourn
Br P. Motherway Scotty Brand Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulacrossbothcodesathisbest Backontheupforcurrentyardwhenmakingmostofgood opportunityatSedgefield(21/2m)beforefinishingwellheld in a competitive Punchestown handicap in late-April. Visor quickly discarded and worth a chance back down in class after a 3-month break TFRHHHHH BHA111
4ROMANY BROWN
(IRE) (11) 4/130F-4
6 11-6
B g Youmzain (IRE) - Glenahiry (IRE) Ciaran Gethings Case Racing Partnership & Anita J Lush Ben Case, Banbury
Br Patrick Crotty David Andrews Construction Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWOff the mark in Killarney maiden hurdle (17f) on final outing for previous connections last May. Hasn’t reached anywhere near those heights since joining current yard, for all he may have needed the run over C&D last time TFRHHIII BHA110
5KING SACRE
(FR) (49) 5052-10 D
B g Bathyrhon (GER) - Altesse Sacree (FR)
6 11-4
James Davies
Mr Russell Lane Nigel Hawke, Tiverton Br G. Porter Junction 24 Ltd, Burlybed S
TIMEFORMVIEWMuchimprovedwhendominatingasoft-groundHexhamhandicaponreturnfrom7weeksoffinMay(raceproducedseveralnext-time-outwinners) He’sagainbeen freshened up following a disappointing run at Perth, though will likely encounter quicker conditions than previously faced over hurdles. TFRHHHII BHA108
6DROMBEG
LAD (GB)
(25) 4/223-41 D
6 11-4
B g Linda’s Lad - Drombeg West Kielan Woods
Mrs J. M. Owen Alex Hales, Edgecote
Br Jacky Owen Winwood Construction UK Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWFairformtogocloseinabumperpriortofinishingrunner-upinC&Dnovicelastsummer Showedimprovedformtogetoffthemarksecondtimeupthisseason at Worcester, settling better before winning in clear-cut style. Entitled to progress on handicap debut and should be firmly in the mix. TFRHHHHI BHA108
7EMERALD TIME (GB) (23) F06-513 D 5 10-13
B g Time Test - Pitter Patter
Tom Bellamy
Clontyseer Racing Ltd Dom Elsworth & Ryan Hatch, Naunton
Br Mr H. M. Bedford
TIMEFORMVIEWLow-mileage 5-y-o.
8DIESEL LINE (IRE) (21) 3344-F0 CD
Br g Malinas (GER) - Ryans Robin (IRE)
Pete Wordingham & Charles Pogson
Br Mr Patrick Hugh Murphy
8 10-3
Sean Bowen
Charles & Adam Pogson, Farnsfield
TIMEFORMVIEWStrong-travelling sort Won twice/finished third in trio of starts over C&D last summer/autumn Things haven’t gone to plan since his reappearance, possibly needing the run at Market Rasen latest (10 weeks on from a fall here) Not taken lightly if back on song with Sean Bowen aboard first time TFRHHHII BHA93
2025: VOCITO (IRE) 7 11 6 Lewis Saunders 12-1 (Olly Murphy) 10 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 7, 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.
Stewards Note:
WAR CORRESPONDENT: Following its run on 12/7/2026 it was reported that the horse was badly hampered.
KING SACRE: Following its run on 7/6/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Drombeg Lad (GB), 4-1 Ice Jet (IRE), 9-2 Emerald Time (GB), 13-2 Bright Legend (IRE), King Sacre (FR), 8-1 Diesel Line (IRE), 22-1 Romany Brown (IRE), 40-1 War Correspondent (IRE)
HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD
The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) has allocated £77.1m in prize money for 2026. Since 2000 HBLB has invested £1.5bn in prize money to support the British horseracing industry
FOURTH RACE 3.42
ABOUT THREE MILES (3M 10YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE SHEILA AND WAYNE GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund
£22600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £8984, 2nd £4491, 3rd £2246, 4th £1123, 5th £560, 6th £280. (Penalty Value £11758.78)
RACE STATS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): O Murphy (62 wins from 284 runners, 22%) runs SURE TOUCH & THE FLYING POET TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (10 wins from 35 runners, 29%) runs SUNRAY SHADOW LONGEST TRAVELLER: GRAND CLERMONT trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 174 miles.
SUNRAY SHADOW probably hit the front sooner than ideal yet still enhanced his form when adding to his tally in a small-field C&D handicap 11 days ago. A 4lb rise looks workable for Dan Skelton’s improving 7-y-o and he has sound claims. Grand Clermont has done very well upon joining David Pipe and rates next best, ahead of Summer Cup scorer Imperial Alex and improving bottom weight The Flying Poet.
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Br S
colours no horse age st lb
1SURE TOUCH
(GB) (39) 60/051-3 C
B g Yeats (IRE) - Liberthine (FR)
Tom Hutsby (10)
Geegeez.co.uk OM & Partner Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Upton Viva Stud geegeez.co.uk S
TIMEFORMVIEWLanded2024SummerPlateatMarketRasenandendedlastseasonwithvictoryoversameC&DinOctober.Producedanencouragingcomebackrunoverhurdles at Worcester (2 1/2m, good) in June and whilst he’ll strip fitter, it could be significant Sean Bowen has plumped for The Flying Poet TFRHHHII BHA135
2SONY BILL
(FR) (11) 04-5433 5 11-11
B g Battle of Marengo (IRE) - Eau Tenebreuse (FR)
The Cheeky Pups
Harry Cobden
Faye Bramley, Lambourn
Br Mr Stephan Hillou Lespes et al Scotty Brand Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWUseful overhurdlesforWillieMullins Acquiredbypresentconnections for64,000gns andhefaredbetterthanonstabledebutwhenthird behind Sunray Shadow in a C&D novice handicap chase 11 days ago. That not the easiest to assess though, and trip remains a doubt. TFRHHIII BHA132
3GRAND CLERMONT (FR)
(14) 1-61241 CD 10 11-9
Ch g Maresca Sorrento (FR) - Flo de Clermont (FR)
David Pipe Racing Club
Rian Corcoran (5)
David Pipe, Wellington
Br SCEA La ReigniereW & S Recycling S TIMEFORMVIEWNotlongwiththisyard andhavingscoredoverC&DinMaywascaughtfurtherbackthanidealwhenfourthinlastmonth’sSummerCup Quickly made amends in 7-runner handicap chase at Perth (3m) 2 weeks ago. This tougher but very much respected up 6lb. TFRHHHHI BHA130
4SUNRAY SHADOW (GB)
(11) 2-11131 CD 7 11-8
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Silver Spinner
S T Racing - The Founders’ Syndicate
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Mrs S. C. WelchStanley’s S TIMEFORMVIEWBigimproverthisseason,completingahurdles/chasehat-trickpriortofinishingthirdhereatthestartof the month.Besteffortyetdespitehittingthe front sooner than ideal when landing 4-runner C&D handicap 11 days ago and probably has an even bigger effort in the locker TFRHHHHH BHA129
5BAGHEERA GINGE (GB) (27) 31P-151
B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - The Prime Viper (IRE)
8 11-6
Sam Twiston-Davies
Mrs Mary Doney Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Br Mr J. L. Lightfoot Courtiers Investment Services Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWAt his best when able to dominate and he’s been well placed to win 3 of his last 5 starts, including when forging clear of 3 rivals at Stratford (23f) 4 weeks ago. 5lb higher now and unlikely to have things all his own way in this much more competitive scenario TFRHHHII BHA127
6HOLD YOUR FORT (IRE) (16) U12-305 D
10 11-5
B g El Salvador (IRE) - Spirit of Youth (IRE) Tom Bellamy
Mr J. Rees
Debra Hamer, Carmarthen
Br Philip RothwellTote S
TIMEFORMVIEWGained a third chasing win of last season at Ascot (3m) in March. Largely in good nick over fences since, albeit his mark looked a stumbling block when ninth in last month’s Summer Cup over C&D. Not disgraced over hurdles latest and quick switch back to chasing an obvious plus. TFRHHHII BHA126
7IMPERIAL ALEX (IRE) (28) 005-211 CD 9 11-5
B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - What Can I Say (IRE) Stan Sheppard
Hft Forklifts Limited Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Br Terence LeonardGalebreaker S
TIMEFORMVIEWLikeable sort who arrives firmly at the top of his game, resuming winning ways at Stratford and he had both Grand Clermont (unlucky) and Hold Your Fort behind when gamely taking last month’s Summer Cup over C&D. Can go well again from 4lb higher mark. TFRHHHII BHA126
8STANS THE MAN (IRE) (8) 612-350 D 9 10-13
B g Milan - Strong Roe (IRE)
Ben Godfrey
Having the craic Ella Pickard, Taunton
Br Michael Moakley
TIMEFORMVIEWReturned from 3-month break with success at Wincanton (25f) in March and performed well to finish placed in pair of marathon contests next 2 starts Unsuited by drop in trip when seventh in last week’s Summer Plate at Market Rasen and return to 3m in his favour TFRHHIII BHA120
9THE FLYING POET (IRE) (24) 221-121 D 7 10-5
B g Milan - Bawnmore Lass (IRE)
Olly Murphy Racing Club
Sean Bowen
Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Mr E. Mulryan Betano S
TIMEFORMVIEWHurdles winner who is steadily going the right way over fences this season, making it 2 wins from 3 starts following a breathing operation (equipped with blinkers) at Perth (3m) 24 days ago. This represents a marked step up in class but respected given low-mileage profile TFRHHHII BHA112
2025: ART OF DIPLOMACY 9 10 11 Shane Fenelon 11-2 (Mickey Bowen) 10 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Visor worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 7.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Sunray Shadow (GB), 9-2 Grand Clermont (FR), 13-2 Bagheera Ginge (GB), 7-1 Imperial Alex (IRE), 8-1 Sure Touch (GB), 9-1 The Flying Poet (IRE), 14-1 Sony Bill (FR), 16-1 Hold Your Fort (IRE), 25-1 Stans The Man (IRE)
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FIFTH RACE 4.12
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN AND A HALF
(2M 7F 70YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE GARY AND MAVIS BIRD FAMILY
RACEDAY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund
£18600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £7513, 2nd £3755, 3rd £1879, 4th £939, 5th £469. (Penalty Value £9822.66)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): O Murphy (62 wins from 284 runners, 22%) runs SHALLOW RIVER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (13 wins from 40 runners, 32%) runs IDAHO FIRE LONGEST TRAVELLER: KARNAVAL POINT trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 174 miles.
Hopefully there’s enough pace on for SHALLOW RIVER, who looks as good as ever as a veteran. He’s narrowly preferred to unexposed Idaho Fire, while Pike Road (engaged here on Friday) could be interesting if lining up.
B g Zoffany (IRE) - Petunia (IRE)
Harry Cobden
The Cheeky Pups Faye Bramley, Lambourn
Br Wertheimer et FrereScotty Brand Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Formerly with Willie Mullins Lost form for that yard after completing a cross-code hat-trick in listed handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse in November Little encouragement on recent debut for capable new stable and now tried over significantly longer trip
2SHALLOW RIVER (IRE) (45) 10/01/-63 D 10 11-11
B or Br g Ocovango - Nicola’s Girl (IRE)
Sean Bowen
Ready Steady Go Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Eric BarrettBetano S
TIMEFORMVIEWStrong stayer who won on second start for Olly Murphy at Carlisle (25f, soft) in 2024 Still off his latest winning mark and seems to retain all his ability after lengthy lay-off, finishing close third in solid handicap at Worcester last time. Makes appeal, especially if they go a good pace TFRHHHHH BHA127
3ROGER POL (IRE) (19) 3110-60 CD
B g Shantou (USA) - Laren (GER)
Cobbold Allen Ogilvy Shaw Morley
8 11-9
Isabelle Ryder (5)
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Br Stephen Lanigan O’Keeffe Fitzdares S
TIMEFORMVIEWWon a race that fell apart over C&D before completing a double under this conditional at Hexham last October. Hasn’t returned in anything like the same form. Cheekpieces now added on second start following breathing operation. TFRHHIII BHA125
4KARNAVAL POINT (FR) (19) 461-131 C D
B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Meralda (FR)
David Pipe Racing Club
6 11-4
Rian Corcoran (5)
David Pipe, Wellington
Br Eric Becq W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice over fences in France and has already matched that tally in 3 starts for new yard, advancing his form with success in 3m course handicap last time Looks potentially interesting back over hurdles off only 1lb higher. TFRHHHII BHA120
5PADDY DE POLE (IRE) (39) 2/5P14-2
B g Alkaadhem - Squirrel Wood (IRE)
Mick Fitzgerald Racing Syndicate 2
811-1
Freddie Gingell
Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Br T. A. KeatingMorson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly consistent over hurdles, landing a fourth handicap success in Class 4 event at Sedgefield (27f) last September. Ran creditably behind a fairly useful one on reappearance at Worcester (2 1/2m) latest Expected to give his running back up in trip, for all this is a deeper race TFRHHHII BHA117
6PIKE ROAD (GB) (25) 456-420 CD BF
B g Yeats (IRE) - Ile de See (FR)
7 10-11
Freddie Keighley (5)
Mr Roger Harrison Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br Greenlands Farm Stud FBC Manby Bowdler S
TIMEFORMVIEWDoubled his hurdles tally under a positive ride here in November prior to
7TYSON (GER) (26) 51-0122 BF
B or Br g Lord of England (GER) - Tinina (IRE)
(23f) last
6 10-11
Harry Skelton
The Blind Squirrels Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br U. Rominger Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWBack on the up when doubling his tally for Dan Skelton at Huntingdon in May. Runner-up at short price both starts since, not finding it enough of a
at Stratford latest.
1-2-3: 1.SHALLOW RIVER (IRE) 2.IDAHO FIRE (IRE) 3.PIKE ROAD
8DIVILABOTHER (IRE) (28) 45-3611 D
Gr g Markaz (IRE) - Rockabout (IRE)
8 10-10
Harry Reed
Mr R. Nichol Tristan Davidson, Carlisle
Br Mr J. Connolly
TIMEFORMVIEWStill improving for current stable, supplementing his Hexham success last month with victory in 11-runner event at Cartmel (2 3/4m). Yard continues in rude health, though bids for hat-trick off 10lb higher than for first of those wins. Engaged 4.25 here Friday. TFRHHHII BHA112
9IDAHO FIRE (IRE) (16) 2/0PP-31
B g Idaho (IRE) - Thisgirlisonfire (IRE)
Mr Paul L. Drinkwater
5 10-8
Jonathan Burke
James Owen, Newmarket
Br J. CurranD & D Industrial Coatings Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up in a point. Beat a next-time-out winner to land a gamble in weak race on handicap debut at Worcester (2 1/2m). Up in trip/class on just second start for outstanding stable and is thoroughly unexposed TFRHHHHI BHA110
2025: POUNDING POET (IRE) 9 10 6 Sean Bowen 11-4 (Tom Lacey) 6 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Visor worn first time by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 4.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5.
Stewards Note:
PIKE ROAD: Following its run on 1/7/2026 it was reported that the horse was unsuited returning to fences.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Idaho Fire (IRE), 11-2 Shallow River (IRE), Tyson (GER), 15-2 Karnaval Point (FR), 9-1 Pike Road (GB), 10-1 Paddy de Pole (IRE), Divilabother (IRE), 20-1 Zillow (GB), Roger Pol (IRE)
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SIXTH RACE 4.42
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE SUN RACING SUMMER JUMPS CHAMPIONSHIP 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)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (48 wins from 272 runners, 18%) runs AT THE OCHE, BELLE LE GRAND & PALAMON TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (10 wins from 35 runners, 29%) runs AT THE OCHE, BELLE LE GRAND & PALAMON
WEIGHTWATCHER: A DUBLIN JOB won off a handicap mark of 107, his rating is now down 5lb to 102. LONGEST TRAVELLER: LAKEFIELD FLYER trained by J J Hanlon, Ireland.
COUNTRY PARK represents a yard going very well and this looks a good chance for him to follow up his recent Bangor success. At The Oche looks very interesting starting out for the Skeltons on chasing debut and he can chase home the selection from recent French recruit Ras Kassar
Ch g Decorated Knight - Seschat (IRE)
Charlie Todd
The Blind Squirrels Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Mr Emir Alkas Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWLeft previous efforts for this yard behind when successful at Bangor in March. Third of 4 at Sandown (2 1/2m, good to firm) when last seen in April, needing stronger gallop. Not stable first string and market could be informative returning from a breathing operation. TFRHHHII BHA121
2COUNTRY PARK (IRE) (30) F/3F4-41 D
7 11-12
B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Glacial Drift Jonjo O’Neill Jr.
Mrs Gay Smith Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Pate & Herine Bloodstock Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORMVIEW Clumsy sort over hurdles but has taken well to chasing, winning second time out in 4-runner handicap chase at Bangor (2 1/2m, good) in June, responding well with the cheekpieces back on Yard continues in very good heart and he’s open to improvement in this sphere. TFRHHHHH BHA118
3GATEAU
DE MIEL (FR) (21) P34-133
B g Apsis - Vie Sa Vie (FR)
10 11-6
Tom Broughton (3)
Mr Jonathan Stanley Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Joel Denis & SCEA Haras De Saint Voir BresBet S
TIMEFORMVIEWMade successful start for this yard at Stratford in May, but that was a weak race and he’s failed to make an impact since. The cheekpieces are back on but he may still be too high in the weights. TFRHHHII BHA112
4LAKEFIELD FLYER (IRE) (21) F-52013 BF
B g Affinisea (IRE) - Hobson’s Choice (IRE)
8 11-4
Paddy Hanlon (5)
Ms Rachel O’Neill John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland
Br Miss R. O’Neill
TIMEFORMVIEWRelished conditions when successful over fences at Stratford (19f, good to firm) in June Creditable third of 8 in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (21f, good) just 5 days later. Switches back to chasing which will suit although yard remain quiet TFRHHHII BHA110
5BELLE LE GRAND (GB) (45) 006-165
B m Universal (IRE) - Saaboog
Paddy Brennan Racing Syndicate BLG
7 11-3
Tristan Durrell
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Newstead Priory StudMorson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWBeat a subsequent winner with ease in mares handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot in May but has struggled off a higher mark both starts since Has the cheekpieces discarded and is overlooked by Harry Skelton for this chasing debut on back of a breathing operation. TFRHHIII BHA109
6RAS KASSAR (FR) (14) 11-1014 D
B g Rajsaman (FR) - Air Theatre (FR)
David Pipe Racing Club
7 11-2
Rian Corcoran (5)
David Pipe, Wellington
Br G. SamamaW & S Recycling S
TIMEFORMVIEWFirst run since leaving J. Boisnard when fourth of 6 in handicap chase at Perth (2m, good) on British debut 2 weeks ago. Hood readded and should be suited by the step back up in trip with that run under his belt. TFRHHHHI BHA108
7AT THE OCHE (IRE) (125) 125222-
Ch g Ocovango - Carnival Flag (FR)
Hools & Forces Partnership
Br Peter Molony
5 11-2
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORMVIEWFair bumper and maiden hurdle winner for Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies. Starts out for new connections on the back of a breathing operation and is the choice of Skelton from yard’s 3 runners on chasing debut. Very interesting. TFRHHHHI BHA108
1-2-3: 1.COUNTRY PARK (IRE) 2.AT THE OCHE (IRE) 3.RAS KASSAR (FR)
8BUDDAH CASTLE (IRE) (8) 1/14P-UU D 6 11-2
B g Casamento (IRE) - Strange Bird (IRE)
Mr T Alderson & Ales and Dales Syndicate
Br Mrs Rita Moran
Brian Hughes
Patrick Neville, Leyburn
TIMEFORMVIEWWon thin race at Sedgefield (2 1/2m) on hurdling debut but failed to progress and got no further than halfway (unseated) on handicap/chasing bow on return at Hexham Also unseated last over hurdles just 8 days ago and is hard to make a case for at present. TFRHIIII BHA108
9HUDSON (FR) (19) 3240-U0
Gr g Intello (GER) - Armoricaine
Miss Jayne Brace & Mrs Karen Smith
5 10-13
James Bowen
Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest
Br Wertheimer & FrereAdept Grp Cabinets Ltd, Fairplay Exchange S
TIMEFORMVIEWFair maiden hurdler for Ellmarie Holden in Ireland who has failed to build on promising debut for new connections
Had excuses on chasing debut but failed to beat a rival next time Cheekpieces go on now. TFRHHIII BHA105
10 A
DUBLIN JOB
(IRE) (19) 12P-655 D
Ch g Ask - Coppervega (IRE)
9 10-10
Cameron Johnstone-Baker (7) Moorland Racing and Mark Hammond Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster Br Sean O’Regan Moorland Racing & Mark Hammond S TIMEFORMVIEW Successful first 3 starts over fences for Harry Derham but has struggled badly for new stable here in recent months and the first-time visor needs to rejuvenate him. TFRHIIII BHA102
2025: PRESENTANDCOUNTING (IRE) 11 12 0 Brian Hughes 9-1 (Donald McCain) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Hood worn first time by No. 6. Visor worn first time by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 4, 5, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1, 5, 7.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Country Park (IRE), 11-2 At The Oche (IRE), 7-1 Palamon (IRE), 15-2 Ras Kassar (FR), 17-2 Lakefield Flyer (IRE), 10-1 Gateau de Miel (FR), 12-1 Hudson (FR), 18-1 Belle Le Grand (GB), 50-1 Buddah Castle (IRE), 66-1 A Dublin Job (IRE)
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ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 3F 207YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE QUINNBET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I)
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 (62 wins from 284 runners, 22%) runs CRAFTY GAEL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (10 wins from 35 runners, 29%) runs JAFIMGOSO LONGEST TRAVELLER: PURE LOGIC trained by J J Hanlon, Ireland.
PURPLE OWL arrives in good form and will benefit for the step back up in trip, so he’s taken to beat Iamyouare, who remains of interest based on her win at this trip at Hereford in the spring. Crafty Gael is hard to assess but he’s very well handicapped and market support would be most notable having joined Olly Murphy.
Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Christina (IRE)
The Taking Part Racing Club
Theo Gillard
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Paramount Farms Bluegrass Horse Feeds S TIMEFORMVIEWBenefited no end from the step back up in trip when bolting up in 8-runner handicap at Hereford (2 1/2m, good) in April. Step down to 17f against her at Cartmel but got no further than the first at Worcester last time Can figure back over this distance if none the worse. TFRHHHHI BHA105
2PURPLE OWL (IRE) (25) 530P-24 BF 6 12-0
B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Only Exception (IRE)
Claire Harrison & Jane Gerard-Pearse
Jack Tudor
David Pipe, Wellington
Br Mr M. C. GrassickW & S Recycling S
TIMEFORMVIEWBackonhisgamewhensecondof8over2minamaidenatWorcesterlastmonthandsupplementedthatwithanotherrespectablefourthinasimilarraceoverthat same C&D just under 4 weeks ago. Step back up in trip will suit returned to a handicap and he’s one to consider in first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHHHH BHA105
3ROYAL ROCKET (IRE) (37) 653-20
B g Masterstroke (USA) - Queen’s Star
Mrs Claire Bonner
511-12
Harry Cobden
Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
Br Mr & Mrs C. Bonner Hatherden Horse Transport S
TIMEFORMVIEWLeft hurdling debut form behind when third of 7 in 19f novice at Taunton (good) in April. Unlucky to bump into one at Warwick next time but clearly failed to see out 23f at Market Rasen last month. Makes handicap debut TFRHHHII BHA103
4JAFIMGOSO (GB) (33) 00/0-124 BF
B g Jack Hobbs - Young Mags (IRE)
Michael & Mona Masterson
7 11-10
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Miss Margaret MastersonLadbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORMVIEWBumperwinnerwhotookadvantageofareducedmarkwhenscoringovershortertripatLudlowinMay.Goodin-frameeffortsbothoutingssince,thoughseeminglyhad no excuses from this mark when fourth of 8 at Newton Abbot (3 1/4m, good) 33 days ago. Back down markedly in trip with cheekpieces tried. TFRHHHII BHA101
5PURE
LOGIC
(GB) (14) 3-06536
B m Muhaarar - Dhan Dhana (IRE)
6 11-8
Paddy Hanlon (5)
Multi Nationals Syndicate John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who was below form when sixth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Stratford (19f, good to firm) 14 days ago. Yard quiet and others are preferred. TFRHHIII BHA99
6BENY NAHAR ROAD (IRE) (21) 42F-040
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Wonder Why (GER)
7 11-7
Jamie Hamilton Hogarth Racing Henry Hogarth, Stillington
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Good chase record last spring/summer, including 2 wins. Took a heavy fall at Uttoxeter in September, however, and has finished well held in a couple of hurdle starts since Is at least potentially well treated if able to bounce back. TFRHHIII BHA98
7CRAFTY GAEL (IRE) (93) 230//000-
7 11-0
B g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Brazilian Samba (IRE) Sean Bowen
Olly Murphy Racing Club Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Epona Bloodstock Ltd Betano S
TIMEFORMVIEWPlenty of creditable placed form in handicaps in 2023 for Ross O’Sullivan, though hasn’t shown much in 3 starts this year following a significant absence Tongue
1-2-3: 1.PURPLE
(IRE)
8LUMINARIES
(IRE) (35) 3P00-00 D 9 10-2
B g Leading Light (IRE) - Pas de Chapeau (IRE)
Ewan Whillans Racing Club
Sean Quinlan
Ewan Whillans, Hawick
Br Liam GilsenanSport Of Kings Classic Racewear S
TIMEFORMVIEWHad a cracking spell over hurdles last spring, winning 4 times. Hasn’t hit the same heights since but did hint at a return to form at Hexham 35 days ago. Cheekpieces go back on TFRHHHII BHA79
9WARNER’S
CROSS (IRE) (76) 2/6P5-P5 9 10-2
B g Leading Light (IRE) - Cellar Door (IRE)
Mr John Griffin
Br Mrs Claire Doyle
Harry Reed
Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn
TIMEFORMVIEWSole success in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen in summer 2024 Lost his way for Clare Hobson and has moved yards. Reverts to hurdling off much-reduced mark following a short break and betting will likely prove best guide. TFRHHIII BHA75
10 ILLICO DE MONTAVE (FR) (329) 5000/00- 8 10-2
Gr g Honolulu (IRE) - Sigit d’Acadour (FR)
Mrs Rosemary Gasson
Ben Poste
Rosemary Gasson, Banbury
Br Mrs Isabelle HautreuxTote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden is easy to oppose returning from 10 months off/breathing operation. TFRHIIII BHA71
2025: CHILLHI (IRE) 5 11 8 Sean Bowen 11-4 (James Owen) 13 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Hood worn first time by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2, 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 6, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 7, 8, 10. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No.10. Stewards Note: ROYAL ROCKET: Following its run on 19/6/2026 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Purple Owl (IRE), 11-2 Crafty Gael (IRE), 6-1 Jafimgoso (GB), 13-2 Iamyouare (IRE), 15-2 Royal Rocket (IRE), 16-1 Pure Logic (GB), Luminaries (IRE), 33-1 Beny Nahar Road (IRE), 66-1 Warner’s Cross (IRE), 100-1 Illico de Montave (FR)
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 3F 207YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE QUINNBET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II)
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 (62 wins from 284 runners, 22%) runs SONYOURASTAR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (10 wins from 35 runners, 29%) runs ASHDOWN FOREST LONGEST TRAVELLER: FISKARDO trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 235 miles.
ASHDOWN FOREST showed more of his Flat ability on his debut for Dan Skelton when landing the odds here on Friday and will be hard to take on if turning out again. Sonyourastar remains open to improvement on his second handicap outing, whilst Uhtred Ragnarson arrives on the back of an encouraging effort.
B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Spanish Berry (IRE)
Alan King Racing Club
Tom Bellamy
Alan King, Barbury Castle
Br Cyril & Michael KellyGoodwin Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Low-mileage 5-y-o. Better than the result when a never-nearer length third in a 6-runner handicap hurdle at Stratford (2m) Weighted to go well, though the longer trip is an unknown TFRHHHHI BHA105
2FISKARDO (IRE) (45) 32/1-23 BF
B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Campanella Rose (IRE)
Vernon & Anna Phillips
6 11-13
Shane Fenelon (5)
Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest
Br Mrs Mary O’Donoghue Adept Grp Cabinets Ltd, Fairplay Exchange S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a Perth bumper on the back of a significant absence in April. Went backwards from encouraging hurdling debut when 11 lengths third at Worcester last month. Should be seen in a better light up in trip on handicap bow. TFRHHHII BHA104
3OCTOBER HILL (IRE) (45) 4023-1B D
Br m Berkshire (IRE) - Miss Bedlam (IRE)
The Hillraisers
6 11-12
Rian Corcoran (5)
David Pipe, Wellington
Br D. M. ForsterW & S Recycling S
TIMEFORMVIEWBacktosomethinglikehersolidTauntonmaidenformwhengettingthebestofasprintfinishatFfosLasinMay.Wasn’tdonewithwhenbroughtdown3outatWorcester subsequently Has been given time to get over that and should continue to give good account for in-form yard. Cheekpieces back on TFRHHHII BHA103
4TOMMY CULLEN (IRE) (25) 22/4-44P
Ch g Hillstar - Minnie Maguire (IRE)
8 11-11
Jack Quinlan
Mrs J. May Matt Crawley, Newmarket
Br P. and Mrs B. Kelly
TIMEFORMVIEW Got off the mark over fences at Doncaster (2m) in February 2025. Form has been patchy similar events this year First-time cheekpieces fitted on return to hurdling and it’s hard to be confident of a revival. TFRHHIII BHA102
5SONYOURASTAR (IRE) (24) 344-004 BF 6 11-8
Gr g Kingston Hill - Squirrel Wood (IRE)
Sean Bowen
DYDB Marketing Limited Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br T. A. KeatingBetano S
TIMEFORMVIEWProduced his best effort under Rules (wore first-time tongue strap) when 6 lengths fourth on handicap bow at Perth (2 1/2m, good) Didn’t fully see out his race on that occasion, though it’s still very early days. Probably worth another chance TFRHHHHI BHA99
6THE SECRET PEARL (IRE) (37) 2254-63 711-7
B m Mahler - And Whatever Else (IRE)
Kielan Woods
The 25 Club Alex Hales, Edgecote
Br The Beeches Stud LtdWinwood Construction UK Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Scored at Market Rasen (2m) last April but her more recent form is far less encouraging, cheekpieces tried when a well-held third of 8 in handicap there (17f) 37 days ago. Back up in trip with more required. TFRHHIII BHA98
7ASHDOWN FOREST (IRE) (2) 6006-1 C 4 10-7
B g Camelot - Fuaigh Mor (IRE)
Hools & Forces Partnership
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Ruskerne LtdLadbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants) S
TIMEFORMVIEWProved a different proposition over hurdles as he landed the odds on the back of another breathing operation starting out for Dan Skelton in 2m handicap here on Friday. Will make plenty of appeal if turned out quickly again. TFRHHHHH BHA89
8PAPILLONDELUMIERE (IRE) (47) 3P/3/6-0P 810-2
Br g Califet (FR) - Soeur Dee (IRE)
Mrs J. C. Holt
Br Victor Connolly
Miss Ellie Callwood (7)
Jonathan Barlow, Cropwell Bishop
TIMEFORMVIEW Maiden pointer has offered little in 3 maiden hurdles. Goes handicapping in first-time cheekpieces TFRHIIII BHA76
9MC’FLO (GB) (27) 65-0064
B m Mukhadram - Distant Florin
Blue Star Syndicate
Br Clive Dennett
510-2
Brendan Powell
Anthony Carson, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Headstrong sort remains a maiden and is opposable again from out of the weights. TFRHHIII BHA71
2025:(See Div 1)
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4, 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 5, 6, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Ashdown Forest (IRE), 4-1 Sonyourastar (IRE), 9-2 Uhtred Ragnarson (IRE), 7-1 Fiskardo (IRE), 15-2 October Hill (IRE), 14-1 The Secret Pearl (IRE), 20-1 Tommy Cullen (IRE), 66-1 Papillondelumiere (IRE), Mc’flo (GB)
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 2.12 - THE QUINNBET DAILY FREE BET JUVENILE 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 juvenile three yrs old, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, July 20th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 24th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. QuinnBet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they 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. 16 entries at £50 - Closed July 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446) SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.42 - THE ROYS ICES MARES’ 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 three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, July 20th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 24th. Penalties, after July 18th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Roys Ices have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they 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 £35. - Closed July 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.12 - THE CL CLEANING
SERVICES KEN BOULTON MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4594 to the winning horse The second to receive £2114, the third £1057, the fourth £528 and the fifth £263. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £43 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £35 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 24th. Penalties, after July 18th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb B&F Cleaning Services has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they 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. 17 entries, 1 at £8 and 16 at £43. - Closed July 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3514; Second £1757; Third £879; Fourth £439; Fifth £219. (Penalty Value £4594.47) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.42 - THE SHEILA AND WAYNE GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £11758 to the winning horse The second to receive £5405, the third £2702, the fourth £1351, the fifth £675 and the sixth £336. for four yrs old and upwards. £113 stake if the horse is rated 120 or higher, or £22 stake if the horse is rated 119 or lower with £91 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 24th. Penalties, after July 18th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb Sheila and Wayne have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they 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. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 11 entries at £113. - Closed July 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8984; Second £4491; Third £2246; Fourth £1123; Fifth £560; Sixth £280. (Penalty Value £11758.78)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.12 - THE GARY AND MAVIS BIRD FAMILY RACEDAY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9822 to the winning horse The second to receive £4519, the third £2259, the fourth £1130 and the fifth £563. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-150 (also open to such horses rated 151 and 152 - see Standard Conditions). £93 stake if the horse is rated 124 or higher, or £18 stake if the horse is rated 123 or lower with £75 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 24th. Penalties, after July 18th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb Gary and Mavis Bird Family Raceday have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they 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. 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, 4 at £18 and 9 at £93. - Closed July 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7513; Second £3755; Third £1879; Fourth £939; Fifth £469. (Penalty Value £9822.66) SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.42 - THE SUN RACING SUMMER JUMPS CHAMPIONSHIP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Chase Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 24th. Penalties, after July 18th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Sun Racing have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they 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 17 entries, 1 at £10 and 16 at £50 - Closed July 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.12 - THE QUINNBET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) 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, July 20th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 24th. Penalties, after July 18th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. QuinnBet have also kindly sponsored this race and 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. 19 entries at £35 - Closed July 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)
SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Eighth Race 5.42 - THE QUINNBET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) 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, July 20th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 24th. Penalties, after July 18th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb QuinnBet have also kindly sponsored this race and 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. 18 entries at £35 - Closed July 20th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)
SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
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