FIRST RACE 5.08
TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR NOVICE FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE COPYBET AND WORCESTER HERE ALL YEAR NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): F O’Brien (41 wins from 248 runners, 17%) runs FEET ON THE GROUND TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (13 wins from 25 runners, 52%) runs BEORMA LONGEST TRAVELLER: MISS PEARL trained by D Rees, Haverfordwest, 176 miles.
BEORMA arrives here searching her fifth win in 2 weeks she should prove very hard to stop granted her current rate of progress Rockvale and Feet On The Ground make some appeal of the opposition.
1-2-3: 1.BEORMA (IRE) 2.ROCKVALE (IRE) 3.FEET ON THE GROUND (IRE)
1 LES’S DESTINY STAR (IRE) (37) 4P043-P 7 12-0
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Spendajennie (IRE)
Ben Jones
Mr Les de la Haye Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Coisdeel Bloodstock Limited Fitzdares
TIMEFORMVIEWThird over hurdles at Ffos Las (3m) in April but merely underlined his inconsistent nature when pulled up there last month. Comes from a chasing family but others make much greater appeal as he goes over fences in first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHIII BHA94
2
BEST MATE DAVE (GB) (17) 3522-35 CD 9 11-11
B g Passing Glance - Dillay Brook (IRE)
Harry Atkins (5)
Mr M. B. Bent Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
Br M. B. Bent
TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden pointer was well backed and not beaten far despite finishing last of 4 in hunter chase at Warwick (3m, good) 33 days ago That form doesn’t look the most robust though and he has since finished down the field in a point. First run for yard after leaving Oliver Edward Hayes. TFRHHHII BHA91
3 WINGS ON WHEELS (IRE) (28) 500P2-3
B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Vintage Spirit (IRE)
7 11-11
Charlie Todd
Mr Ian Williams Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Pat O’Donovan Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWFound improvement when runner-up at Huntingdon in March and posted respectable third of 6 in handicap chase at Perth (2 1/2m, soft) since Sports first-time visor here (also back in tongue tie) and warrants respect. TFRHHHII BHA91
4 BEORMA (IRE) (2) P0-1111 C D 7 12-4 (in7lbex)
Ch m Doyen (IRE) - Mourneseafood Lass (IRE)
Harry Skelton
Mr J. McIver Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Hugh Suffern Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)
TIMEFORMVIEW Much improved over both hurdles/fences since fitted with a tongue tie, gaining her fourth success in less than 2 weeks in a Southwell handicap chase on Tuesday. Looks thrown in again if taking up the declaration just 2 days on TFRHHHHH BHA91 (+11)
5 FEET ON THE GROUND (IRE) (14) 2P04P-3
8 11-10
B m Westerner - Eyes On The Stars (IRE) Tom Broughton (3)
The FOB Racing Partnership 4 Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Brucetown Farms Ltd BresBet
TIMEFORMVIEWMadetheframetwiceinIrishpointsandgotrightbackontracksentchasingwhen 61/4lengthsthirdof5toBeormainhandicapchaseatthiscourse(2m,good to soft) on debut over fences 14 days ago. 17lb better off with that rival now but place finish is probably most realistic scenario again. TFRHHHHI BHA90
6 KINGS ORDER (IRE) (77) 0FP006- 5 11-6
B g Order of St George (IRE) - Gisela (IRE) Conor Ring Stoneacre Racing Mrs C. Williams, LLancarfan
Br R. Lynch Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Uninspiring form in handicap hurdles, though he did make the frame on both completed point outings and this step up in trip might suit better now chasing. TFRHHHII BHA86
7 DYNAMITE DEFENSE (IRE) (20) 46605-6
5 11-0
B g National Defense - Misscomplacent Charlie Price
Mr Keith Stait Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster
Br Littlejohn Bloodstock Ltd SJD Racing, Js Sports UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWModest performer on Flat who showed little in a handful of hurdle starts for Olly Murphy and fared no better after being sold cheaply to this yard last time Hard to fancy on chase debut TFRHHIII BHA80
8
ROCKVALE (IRE) (26) 060/06-2
Ch g El Salvador (IRE) - Just For Jean (IRE)
Sam Allwood Racing Club
7 10-9
Tom Bellamy
Sam Allwood, Whitchurch
Br Vincent Devereux Allwood Horse Transport
TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced on all 3 points outings and he benefited from the drop back to this sort of trip when a good second of 10 in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (21f, good to soft) 26 days ago. Winner there has since followed up and he should be involved again here. TFRHHHHI BHA75
9 MISS PEARL (IRE) (22) 3550/-04
10 10-7
B m Mahler - Road To Pearls Sean Bowen
Mr Mark Lloyd David Rees, Haverfordwest
Br Thomas Norris
TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden hurdler has come to chasing late butat least showed more than on herdebut in this sphere when fourth of 6 in handicap chase at Ffos Las (3m, good to soft) 3 weeks ago Interesting with Bowen in the saddle (closest she’s come to victory was on his only previous ride aboard her) TFRHHHII BHA73
10
EMBERSCOMBE
(IRE) (18) P4P1-31
Br m Califet (FR) - Market Niche (IRE)
9 10-5
Miss Aimee Jones (7)
Mr Keiran Johns Joe Tickle, Tiverton
Br William Flood Fire Defence Servicing
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden hurdler/chaser under Rules but has been successful on 2 of her 3 outings in points since last seen in this sphere. Betting may prove best guide. TFRHHHII BHA71
2025: SLADE SHORE 6 12 0 Harry Bannister 14-1 (Richard Bandey) 8 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Visor worn first time by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.
Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Beorma (IRE), 6-1 Rockvale (IRE), 15-2 Feet On The Ground (IRE), 11-1 Best Mate Dave (GB), Miss Pearl (IRE), 12-1 Emberscombe (IRE), 16-1 Wings On Wheels (IRE), 22-1 Les’s Destiny Star (IRE), 28-1 Kings Order (IRE), 50-1 Dynamite Defense (IRE)
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RECORD TIMES
2m (Hurdle) Moonday Sun (USA) (3yo+) 30Aug16 3m 37.30s
2m½f (Chase) Mercian King (IRE) (4yo+) 12Oct17 3m 50.90s
2m4f (Hurdle) Doubly Clever (IRE) (3yo+) 01Sep19 4m 37.90s
2m4f (Chase) Rene’s Girl (IRE) (4yo+) 12Oct17 4m 39.90s
2m7f (Hurdle) Rolling Maul (IRE) (4yo+) 17Sep18 5m 24.20s
2m7f (Chase) Go Another One (IRE) (4yo+) 01Sep19 5m 21.40s
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SECOND RACE 5.40
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2M 7F) FOR FIVE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE COPYBET PROUDLY BACKS UK HORSE RACING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund
£11700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4726, 2nd £2362, 3rd £1182, 4th £591, 5th £295. (Penalty Value £6178.77)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): B Pauling (27 wins from 124 runners, 22%) runs SAMUEL SPADE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J & A O’Neill (3 wins from 17 runners, 18%) runs PEAKY BOY LONGEST TRAVELLER: STUMPS OR SLIPS trained by P Gundry, Ottery St Mary, 129 miles.
GRAND CLERMONT won with such ease on his second outing for David Pipe at Uttoxeter that he looks capable of defying a 10lb rise in the weights The Nicky Henderson-trained pair, Ideal des Bordes and Excello, head the opposition.
1.GRAND CLERMONT (FR) 2.IDEAL DES BORDES (FR) 3.EXCELLO (FR)
1 PEAKY BOY (IRE) (40) 33/F00-3
8 12-2
B g Kayf Tara - Joanne One (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr Martin Tedham & Wasdell Properties Ltd. Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br N. Heaney & K. Heaney
Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEW Won 3 of 4 starts over hurdles/fences (all at Cheltenham) for Nicky Henderson in 2024 Lightly raced and well below that level for current yard since but did show he still has something to offer back down in grade when third in 6-runner handicap at Uttoxeter (3m) latest TFRHHHII BHA132
2 STUMPS OR SLIPS (IRE) (18) 2F311-1 C
Ch g Getaway (GER) - Queeny’s Princess (IRE)
9 12-0
Mr Zac Baker (3)
Mr Reg Hopkins Polly Gundry, Ottery St Mary
Br Fergus O’Neill
TIMEFORM VIEW Prolific winner, including 2 recent hunter chase victories for Edward William Walker but hasn’t been missed by the assessor ahead of this return to handicap company for new stable TFRHHHII BHA130
3 EXCELLO (FR) (62) 0/30F00-
7 11-12
Gr g Cokoriko (FR) - Pafadas (FR) James Bowen
Mrs Angela Yeoman Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
Br Ecurie Sagara Unibet
TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2023 but was an excellent third in Grand Sefton from a 4lb higher mark last autumn Hasn’t reproduced that form in 4 subsequent outings but this represents a drop in grade. TFRHHHHI BHA128
4 BAGHEERA GINGE
(GB) (25) 0231P-1 D
8 11-7
B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - The Prime Viper (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies
Mrs Mary Doney Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Br Mr J. L. Lightfoot
TIMEFORMVIEWResumed winning ways in a change of headgear when making all in 6-runner handicap chase at Stratford (23f, good to soft, 9/1) 25 days ago. That was a weak race however, and likely to face competition for the lead TFRHHHII BHA123
5 GRAND CLERMONT (FR) (18) 0211-61
10 11-6
Ch g Maresca Sorrento (FR) - Flo de Clermont (FR) Rian Corcoran (5)
David Pipe Racing Club
David Pipe, Wellington
Br SCEA La Reigniere W & S Recycling
TIMEFORMVIEW French import who ended his time there with a pair of claiming chase wins and left an underwhelming British debut behind when landing 7-runner handicap at Uttoxeter (3m) in emphatic fashion 18 days ago. Hiked up 10lb but that still may not be enough to prevent the follow up TFRHHHHH BHA122
6 PRESENTANDCOUNTING (IRE) (36) 13354-2 C 12 11-3
B g Presenting - Count On Me (IRE)
Theo Gillard
Dalwhinnie Bloodstock Limited Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Brucetown Farms Ltd Prisma Colour Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWUseful chaser at best who took advantage of a slipping mark at Uttoxeter (2 1/2m) last summer Confirmed he retains ability on second start back from a break when second of 3 in 23f handicap at Kelso last month. TFRHHHII BHA119
7 SAMUEL SPADE (GER) (14) 0/0000-4 7 11-3
B g Myboycharlie (IRE) - Summarily (IRE)
Mrs Emma Palmer
Beau Morgan (5)
Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br J. De Jong Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW Five-time winner over hurdles but has long been clumsy in that sphere and predictably found the fences getting in the way on his chasing debut over C&D a fortnight ago. TFRHHIII BHA119
1-2-3:
IDEAL DES BORDES (FR) (164)
P5/0P42- 8 11-1
B g Coastal Path - Carmen des Bordes (FR)
Mrs C. Hanbury & Mrs H. Mackenzie Smith
Br E.A.R.L. Les Bordes de Mornay et al
Nico de Boinville
Nicky Henderson, Lambourn
TIMEFORMVIEWConfirmed his return to form when second of 6 in handicap chase at Newbury (3 1/4m, good) in December and has gone well fresh before, so must enter the reckoning despite his patchy profile TFRHHHHI BHA117
9 MY BOBBY DAZZLER
(GB) (17) 4P312-4 C 11 10-9
B g Malinas (GER) - Ease And Grace
Charlie Deutsch
Mr Bob Barrett Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth
Br Bob Barrett Acton At Morville
TIMEFORMVIEWNotthemostreliablebutendedalonglosingrunin7-runnerveteranseventatHereford(25f)inFebruaryandratherencouraginglybackedthatupwithafast-finishing second in an 11-runner handicap at Haydock (3 1/4m, good) Didn’t get home tried over an extreme distance at Cartmel (29f) latest TFRHHHII BHA111
10 DISCO DAVIS (FR)
(20) 4PPP4-3 7 10-5
B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Clarinet Davis (FR)
Mr Andrew Gough
Br C Quellier, A Quellier & S Quellier
Charlie Price
Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster
SJD Racing, Js Sports UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWEnded a run of non-completions when fourth in selling hurdle at Stratford in March (final start for Dan Skelton) Matched the form sent chasing on first outing for new connections (sold for only 1,000 gns) when third in 9-runner handicap here last month, though isn’t sure to go the right way. TFRHHHII BHA107
2025: PULL AGAIN GREEN (IRE) 9 11 11 Liam Harrison 5-1 (Fergal O’Brien) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Blinkers worn by No. 8. Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Grand Clermont (FR), 4-1 Bagheera Ginge (GB), 15-2 Ideal des Bordes (FR), 10-1 Excello (FR), 11-1 Peaky Boy (IRE), 12-1 Stumps Or Slips (IRE), Presentandcounting (IRE), Disco Davis (FR), 20-1 My Bobby Dazzler (GB), 22-1 Samuel Spade (GER)
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THIRD RACE 6.10
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR FOUR AND FIVE YRS OLD FILLIES AND MARES
THE COPYBET ROYAL ASCOT BOG FROM SUNDAY MARES’ NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CONDITIONAL & AMATEUR RIDERS’ RACE) (CAT 1 ELIMINATION) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £4500 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £1878, 2nd £939, 3rd £469, 4th £235. (Penalty Value £2450.70) 3 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): N Mulholland (35 wins from 231 runners, 15%) runs DORA’S DOUBLE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Mulholland (3 wins from 13 runners, 23%) runs DORA’S DOUBLE LONGEST TRAVELLER: MAXIMORE trained by J J Hanlon, Ireland.
LADY OF TARSUS unseated her rider on her sole outing in Irish points, but she has an appealing pedigree and that makes her of firm interest now switched to a bumper Honour Me also catches the eye on paper and needs a close look in the betting, while Unflappable showed ability on her recent debut at Newton Abbot and can put that experience to good use
no
1 DORA’S DOUBLE (GB) (-)
B m Haafhd - Double Cool
5 11-4
Bradley Harris (3)
Mr B. Bush Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Mr S. Bush
TIMEFORM VIEW Haafhd mare Dam lightly raced over hurdles. Yard’s newcomers always worth a second look in this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA-
2 EVENLY (GB) (-)
B m Mountain High (IRE) - Seondeok (IRE)
The Shinton Family
5 11-4
Harry Atkins (5)
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Alan Shinton Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEW Mountain High mare. Dam, ran once in bumper, half-sister to fair hurdle winner/fairly useful chaser (stayed 25f) Bobs Law. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 HONOUR ME (GB) (-)
Br m Flag of Honour (IRE) - Persian Forest
5 11-4
Miss Amber Jackson-Fennell (7)
Miss Amber Jackson-Fennell Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Br Clarendon Farm Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFlag of Honour mare Half-sister to 4 winners, including useful hurdler/chaser Persian Time and fairly useful hurdler/chaser Restandbethankful. Makes appeal on paper for yard well capable of readying one. TFRHHHHI BHA-
4 LADY OF TARSUS (IRE) (473) U/-
Br m Blue Bresil (FR) - Lis Goold (IRE)
Mr T. G. Leslie
5 11-4
William Maggs (3)
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley
Br Donal Murphy Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEW 40,000 3-y-o, Blue Bresil mare. Half-sister to bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler The Hardest Geezer Unseated rider sole start in Irish points (Feb 2025) but her pedigree makes her of interest now switched to a bumper TFRHHHHH BHA-
5 MAXIMORE (IRE) (18) P-P
B m Maxios - Coolaghmore Yeats (IRE)
5 11-4
Paddy Hanlon (5)
Jan Kennedy John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland
Br Jan Kennedy
TIMEFORM VIEW Maxios mare. Half-sister to 3 winners, including fairly useful hurdle winner Coolanna and bumper winner Famous Saying. Pulled up both starts in Irish points Fitted with a hood for Rules debut TFRHHIII BHA-
6 CRACK OF THUNDER (GB) (-)
B f Cracksman - Zumran
4 10-13
Rian Corcoran (5)
The Twilight Zone Syndicate Jack Jones, Newmarket
Br Boyce Bloodstock & Mrs C. E. Percival Tattersalls
TIMEFORM VIEW Cracksman filly Half-sister to 5f/6f winner Byefornow. Dam 6f winner Flat-bred but booking of Rian Corcoran is a positive. TFRHHHII BHA-
7 EAGLES PROMISE (IRE) (-) 4 10-13
B f Wings of Eagles (FR) - Superfection (IRE) James Turner (5)
Mr T. R. George Tom George, Slad
Br Tom Chadney Tom George Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWWings of Eagles filly. Dam (h105), 17f hurdle winner, sister to useful hurdler/smart chaser (stayed 29f) Super Duty and fair hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 3m) Grandads Cottage. 1 of 2 newcomers for the yard and it will be interesting to see how she fares in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 10-13
B f Arrigo (GER) - Liberty Bella Lewis Saunders (5)
Mr Brian Eckley
Br B. J. Eckley
Brian Eckley, Brecon
TIMEFORMVIEWArrigo filly. Dam (c128/h117), 2 1/2m/2 3/4m hurdle/chase winner, half-sister to fairly useful hurdle winner/smart chaser around 2m Libberty Hunter. Hinted at ability on her recent debut at Bangor but type to do better once tackling longer trips over jumps. TFRHHIII BHA-
9 LUCY GLITTERS (GB)
(-)
4 10-13
B f Jack Hobbs - Malindi Bay Beau Morgan (5)
Dr Charles Levinson
Tom George, Slad
Br Charles Levinson & Alexia Robinson Tom George Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWJack Hobbs filly. Dam (h116), bumper/17f-2 3/4m hurdle winner, half-sister to bumper winner/fairly useful hurdler (stayed 25f) Smart Mover. The application of a hood on debut suggests she may be headstrong. TFRHHHII BHA-
10 MATILDA MAID (GB)
(-)
B f Planteur (IRE) - Maid of Oaksey
4 10-13
Mr Daniel Williams (7)
The Tilly Syndicate Sara Bradstock, Wantage
Br The Plaid Maid Partnership Equimedia Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWPlanteur filly. Dam, lightly raced in bumpers, half-sister to useful hurdler/top-class chaser (Cheltenham Gold Cup winner) Coneygree out of modest hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 3 3/4m) Plaid Maid. Bred to be a stayer TFRHHIII BHA-
11 PEARL
COVE
(IRE) (-)
B f Old Persian - Lady Hillingdon
4 10-13
Freddie Keighley (5)
Mr Robert P. Clarke Shaun Lycett, Moreton-in-Marsh
Br T. & H. Kilkenny Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Old Persian filly. Half-sister to poor chaser Eightytwo Team Dam (c118/h130), 2m-2 1/2m hurdle/chase winner, half-sister to useful hurdler (stayed 2 3/4m) Dangerously Good TFRHHIII BHA-
12 PEARL KNOT (GB) (-)
B f Gentlewave (IRE) - Pearlita
4 10-13
The Glazeley Partnership 2 Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas
NON-RUNNER
Br W. P. Jenks Dodson & Horrell Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWGentlewave filly. Half-sister to modest chaser Pearl Island Dam (h102), ungenuine 2 3/4m/3m hurdle winner, closely related to useful hurdler/chaser (2 1/2m-4m winner) Captain Cattistock. Yard’s bumper horses usually better for a run. TFRIIIII BHA-
13
POPPIEHOLLA (GB)
(-)
& (h102), TFR -
4 10-13
B f Passing Glance - Dont Tell Val Miss Gina Andrews
Mr T. Ellis Tom Ellis, Rugby
Br John Benfield & Batsford Stud Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWPassingGlancefilly.SistertofairhurdlerBriefly,stays25f,andhalf-sistertofairhurdlerSammy’sGuarantee,stays21f.Dam(h95),bumperwinner,half-sister to smart hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 3m) Thomas Brown. Makes appeal on paper and would enter the reckoning if attracting support TFRHHHII BHA-
14
QUEENS GLANCE (GB) (-)
B f Passing Glance - Sail With Sultana
4 10-13
Mr Harry Rimell (7)
Mr Mark Rimell Mark Rimell, Witney
Br Mrs M. R. T. Rimell
TIMEFORM VIEW Passing Glance filly. Dam, ran twice over hurdles, 2m winner on Flat Wears tongue strap. TFRHHIII BHA-
15 TOTTIE’S MOON (GB) (-)
B f Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Mo Tottie
Steve & Jackie Fleetham
4 10-13
Mr James Murray (7)
Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest
Br Steve & Jackie Fleetham Fairplay Exchange
TIMEFORMVIEWPether’s Moon filly. Dam, no form over hurdles, sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 3m) Mac Tottie out of useful hurdler/fairly useful chaser (stayed 25f) Tot of The Knar From a family the yard knows well Wears tongue strap. TFRHHHII BHA-
16 UNFLAPPABLE (GB) (29) 3
Ch f Gentlewave (IRE) - Rosie’s Rein (IRE)
Gregory, Huggins, Huggins and Langford
Br Linda Blackford & Mike Vanstone
4 10-13
Callum Pritchard
Ben Clarke, Corscombe
Ben Clarke Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWGentlewave filly. Half-sister to fairly useful chaser Pure Carbon Attracted support and made an encouraging start to her career when third in 10-runner bumper at Newton Abbot (17f) last month Can put her experience to good use. TFRHHHHI BHA-
2025: WOODLAND ADVENTURE (IRE) 4 11 3 Mr Harry Swan 1-2 (Gordon Elliott) 10 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 16
Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Unflappable (GB), 7-1 Lady of Tarsus (IRE), 8-1 Pearl Knot (GB), 17-2 Honour Me (GB), 10-1 Evenly (GB), 12-1 Dora’s Double (GB), Lucy Glitters (GB), Poppieholla (GB), 14-1 Eagles Promise (IRE), 16-1 Crack of Thunder (GB), 22-1 Tottie’s Moon (GB), 25-1 Liberty Leader (GB), 28-1 Maximore (IRE), 33-1 Pearl Cove (IRE), 40-1 Matilda Maid (GB), Queens Glance (GB)
RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE
FOURTH RACE 6.40
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR MAIDEN FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE COPYBET SUPPORT SAFER GAMBLING MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC SUMMER NOVICES’ BRUSH HURDLE SERIES QUALIFIER) (D (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): F O’Brien (41 wins from 248 runners, 17%) runs LUCKY DIAMOND TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (13 wins from 25 runners, 52%) runs PREMIER TENOR LONGEST TRAVELLER: SHAMSAT trained by J Owen, Newmarket, 132 miles.
SHAMSAT has some fair winning Flat form to his name and has also shaped well on both runs in this sphere since joining the excellent James Owen team so he looks the way to go here. Premier Tenor seems sure to build on a promising hurdling debut third over C&D and rates a big threat though, while Babs, Trouville and Nightflyer all need factoring into this intriguing novice hurdle too.
1 DROMBEG LAD (GB) (284) 4/223-
6 11-4
B g Linda’s Lad - Drombeg West Bryan Carver
Mrs J. M. Owen Alex Hales, Edgecote
Br Jacky Owen Winwood Construction UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWPromising runner-up in a bumper here. Also shaped well when placed on both his runs over hurdles later last summer, third in C&D novice final one. Back from 9 months off but still needs considering TFRHHHII BHA102
2 LUCKONTHEMOOR (GB) (-)
8 11-4
B g Linda’s Lad - Bowberry Callum Pritchard
Joe Tickle Racing Club Joe Tickle, Tiverton
Br Mr G Gillard Fire Defence Servicing
TIMEFORMVIEWLinda’s Lad gelding Dam, lightly raced over hurdles and a 1 1/2m winner on Flat, is a half-sister to useful hurdler/ chaser (2m-2 1/2m winner) Smarty Wild The market can guide for this newcomer on his belated debut TFRHHIII BHA-
3 LUCKY DIAMOND (IRE) (18) 53-U
B g Lucky Speed (IRE) - Magic Maze (IRE)
5 11-4
Liam Harrison
Mr D. Shorey Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Sunnyhill Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Encouraging third in bumper here in October but he swerved right and unseated his rider soon after start in similar company at Uttoxeter 18 days ago. Goes hurdling now. TFRHHIII BHA-
4 TROUVILLE (IRE) (345)
5 11-4
B g Le Havre (IRE) - Scotesia (IRE) Sean Bowen
If only partnership Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Haras d’Haspel Betano
TIMEFORMVIEWA fairly useful Flat winner who signed off for Simon & Ed Crisford with a good third at Chelmsford City (2m) last July Since changed hands for 13,000 guineas and he’s one to consider on his stable/hurdling bow despite his absence. TFRHHHII BHA-
5 NIGHTFLYER (GER) (61) 1540- D
4 10-13
Ch g Amaron - Night of Love (GER) Jonjo O’Neill Jr
Jeremy & Germaine Hitchins Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham
Br Gestut Etzean Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW A fair bumper performer (won on debut for Adrian Keatley) Faced a stiff task in Grade 2 bumper at Aintree in April but not out of things on his hurdles debut TFRHHHII BHA-
6 PREMIER TENOR (FR) (20) 3 BF
4 10-13
B g Ectot - Premiere Lili (FR) Harry Skelton
Mr John J Reilly Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Mme A. Audebert
The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes
TIMEFORMVIEWLanded 13f minor event on sole start on the Flat in France in November Hooded when a promising third of 10 for his new yard in maiden hurdle over C&D last month, running on late under a patient ride Capable of better TFRHHHHI BHA-
7 SHAMSAT (FR) (20) 3-2 4 10-13
B g Make Believe - Shabyt Brendan Powell Highflyer Bloodstock James Owen, Newmarket
Br Sumbe
TIMEFORMVIEW A fair Flat winner (stays 1 1/2m) in France Purchased for 26,000 and has made a promising start in this sphere, back from 4 months off with second of 10 (Premier Tenor 3l back in third) over C&D 20 days ago. Holds leading form claims. TFRHHHHH BHA109
B m Poet’s Word (IRE) - Magnetize (IRE)
5 10-11
Kielan Woods
Sue Howell Henry Oliver, Kinnersley
Br Magnetize Partnership Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful bumper scorer Built on her hurdling debut with second of 10 in novice at Newton Abbot (17f) 15 days ago, collared late having looked likely winner May do better still so not out of things. TFRHHHII BHA-
9 HOLLYSAWAY (IRE)
(36) 6-0
Gr m Capri (IRE) - Merryway (IRE)
Running for fun partnership
Br Deirdre A Connolly
5 10-11
Ben Godfrey
Ella Pickard, Taunton
TIMEFORM VIEW Little show on both her runs, twelfth of 14 in novice hurdle at Fontwell (2 1/4m) 36 days ago. Needs a subsequent breathing operation to spark major progress TFRHHIII BHA-
10 AMALFINA (GB) (245)
B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Nibbling (IRE)
4 10-6
Tom Bellamy Fraser, Rugman & Wilson D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green
Br Ickworth Stud Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFair maiden on the Flat for Karl Burke, posting a respectable third at Ayr (13f) when last seen in October. Changed hands for 7,000 guineas subsequently and she needs to hit the ground running on her yard/hurdling bow here. TFRHHHII BHA-
2025: INTOSOMETHINGGOOD 4 10 13 Sam Twiston-Davies 7-2 (Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies) 11 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 9.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Premier Tenor (FR), Shamsat (FR), 5-1 Babs (GB), 13-2 Drombeg Lad (GB), 8-1 Trouville (IRE), 20-1 Lucky Diamond (IRE), Nightflyer (GER), 80-1 Luckonthemoor (GB), 100-1 Amalfina (GB), 250-1 Hollysaway (IRE)
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FIFTH RACE 7.10
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(2M)
THE COPYBET SUPPORT SAFER GAMBLING MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC SUMMER NOVICES’ BRUSH HURDLE SERIES QUALIFIER) (D (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): F O’Brien (41 wins from 248 runners, 17%) runs MINELLA BLIZZARD TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (13 wins from 25 runners, 52%) runs MYSTIC WIND LONGEST TRAVELLER: FISKARDO trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 176 miles.
Likely improver FISKARDO is fancied to go one better than on his first start over hurdles at Ffos Las. Expensive bumper winner Kernie D’Airy will be a danger if building on her hurdles debut at the second attempt, while Mystic Wind is a notable newcomer for the red-hot Skelton yard.
1 BACARDI BLUE (IRE) (25) 55-2
5 11-4
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Every Moment Bryan Carver
D Summersby J May W Dodd
Br John O’Connor & Pat O’Connor
Dean Summersby, Kellacott
TIMEFORM VIEW Inexpensive purchase who went with little encouragement in a Newton Abbot bumper on debut last September and now switches to hurdles TFRHIIII BHA-
2 FISKARDO (IRE) (22) 32/1-2 D
B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Campanella Rose (IRE)
Vernon & Anna Phillips
6 11-4
Shane Fenelon (5)
Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest
Br Mrs Mary O’Donoghue Adept Grp Cabinets Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Having won a Perth bumper on the back of a significant absence, he made an encouraging hurdling debut when runner-up to a good one for the time of year at Ffos Las 3 weeks ago and looks the one they all have to beat TFRHHHHH BHA-
3 JUST CALL ME BUZZ (GB) (20) 0353-2
B g Saddler’s Rock (IRE) - Midnight Lira
5 11-4
David Noonan
Mr Brian Derrick Ben Clarke, Corscombe
Br B. A. Derrick Thorne + Derrick
TIMEFORMVIEW Showed more speed than previously when going close in a messy race over C&D second time up over hurdles, and while that was a step forward, this looks a stronger maiden TFRHHHII BHA102
4 MINELLA
BLIZZARD
(IRE) (7) P-5
Br g Getaway (GER) - Dreamtide
5 11-4
Liam Harrison
Mr Myles Osborne Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br Hawthorn Villa Stud BresBet
TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up sole start in Irish points and showed nothing on Rules debut at Uttoxeter last week Cheekpieces added. TFRHIIII BHA-
5
PURPLE
OWL (IRE) (79) 5/2530P- 6 11-4
B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Only Exception (IRE)
Claire Harrison & Jane Gerard-Pearse
Jack Tudor
David Pipe, Wellington
Br Mr M. C. Grassick W & S Recycling
TIMEFORMVIEW Placed twice over 2m in a novice/maiden at Uttoxeter last winter but he ran even worse than on his handicap debut (having had a breathing operation in the interim) when pulled up at Southwell in late-March. TFRHHHII BHA103
6 DANCINGONDIAMONDS (FR) (149) 4 10-13
B g Persian King (IRE) - Miss Monde (FR) Sean Bowen
The Soldiers of Fortune IV & Partner Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Mrs Anne-Charlotte Andre et al Betano
TIMEFORMVIEWCost 220,000 as a 2-y-o but only ran to a fair level in a pair of maidens for Joseph Patrick O’Brien Has undergone a breathing operation since last seen in January (also wears first-time tongue strap) and needs a close look in the betting now sent hurdling by excellent new yard. TFRHHHII BHA-
7 MYSTIC WIND (FR) (-) 4 10-13
B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Fiction (FR)
Harry Skelton
Mr Dan Skelton Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Mr Cyril Mercier The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes
TIMEFORMVIEW32,000 3-y-o, Jeu St Eloi gelding Dam placed in bumpers/ran once over hurdles in France, out of half-sister to fairly useful French 2m hurdler/chaser Bete A Bon Dieu Leading yard continues in tremendous form, and he looks an interesting newcomer, especially if supported Wears hood TFRHHHHI BHA-
1-2-3: 1.FISKARDO (IRE) 2.KERNIE D’AIRY (FR) 3.MYSTIC WIND (FR)
8
ANGEL OF MY DREAMS (GB) (25) 1/00-2 D 5 10-11
B m Jack Hobbs - Fascinatin Rhythm
Don’t Tell The Wives
Nick Slatter (3)
David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold
Br Mr W. A. Harrison-Allan Pragnell
TIMEFORM VIEW Point bumper winner who has achieved little in 3 bumper starts under Rules and has something to prove now sent hurdling TFRHHIII BHA-
9 KERNIE D’AIRY
(FR) (38) 10/2-6
6 10-11
B m It’s Gino (GER) - Purda d’Airy (FR) Gavin Sheehan
RC VIP Syndicate X
Br S.C.E.A. de La Vallee De L’Orne
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
TIMEFORMVIEWPurchased for £155,000 after winning a French bumper but went backwards from her hurdle debut second when well held at Fakenham last time She’s clearly still learning, though, and is likely worth another chance with first-time tongue strap now added by her in-form stable TFRHHHHI BHA-
2025:(See Div 1)
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Hood worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Hood worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5, 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Fiskardo (IRE), 4-1 Mystic Wind (FR), 5-1 Kernie d’Airy (FR), 6-1 Just Call Me Buzz (GB), 13-2 Dancingondiamonds (FR), 8-1 Purple Owl (IRE), 22-1 Angel of My Dreams (GB), 100-1 Bacardi Blue (IRE), 150-1 Minella Blizzard (IRE)
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SIXTH RACE 7.42
TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2M 7F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE COPYBET FOR YOUR DAILY PROFIT BOOST HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3)
Total prize fund
£10700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4322, 2nd £2160, 3rd £1081, 4th £540, 5th £270. (Penalty Value £5650.67)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): O Murphy (25 wins from 109 runners, 23%) runs AMERICAN MIKE & SHALLOW RIVER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (13 wins from 25 runners, 52%) runs SUNRAY SHADOW LONGEST TRAVELLER: GWENNIE MAY BOY trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 92 miles.
SUNRAY SHADOW arrives on the up and is fancied to land a hat-trick at the expense of Shallow River, who should fare much better on second start back from an absence.
colours no horse age st lb
1 GWENNIE MAY BOY (IRE) (173) 5106/0P- D
B g Mahler - Samsha (IRE)
8 12-2
Jack Tudor
Ms Gwendoline M Clarke Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br Ms Joyce Marsh Dodson and Horrell
TIMEFORM VIEW Once-useful type who ended his time with Dan Skelton out of sorts and offered little in a pair of Graded hurdles for Olly Murphy last season Drops appreciably in class but has questions to answer on first run for another new yard. TFRHHIII BHA142
2 AMERICAN MIKE (IRE) (18) 03021-5
B g Mahler - American Jennie (IRE)
9 11-12
Tom Hutsby (10)
Bective Stud Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Louis Murray & Colm Moran
TIMEFORMVIEWGrade 2-winning chaser for Gordon Elliott who posted his best effort for current stable when dead-heating in a handicap chase at Perth on penultimate start. Disappointed in first-time cheekpieces at Uttoxeter subsequently, and while 7lb lower back over hurdles, he looks the stable second string TFRHHHII BHA138
3 SHALLOW RIVER (IRE)
(33) 310/01/-6 D
B or Br g Ocovango - Nicola’s Girl (IRE)
10 11-0
Sean Bowen
The Second Chance Partnership Olly Murphy, Wilmcote
Br Eric Barrett Betano
TIMEFORMVIEWTypicallyfound plentyforpressurewhenmakinghissecondstartforOllyMurphyawinningoneatCarlisle(25f,soft)inOctober2024,andhavingsurely needed his comeback run over an inadequate test at Hexham (2 1/2m), he’s entitled to go close with usual headgear back on TFRHHHHI BHA126
4 BALLINTUBBER BOY (IRE) (23) 25322-6 D
B g Robin des Champs (FR) - Manhattan Babe (IRE)
Mason and McGoff
9 10-10
Sam Twiston-Davies
Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Br Rosetown Bloodstock Ltd Morson Group
TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up in a couple of small-field hurdles last autumn, he probably needed the run on return at Huntingdon and while weighted to be competitive, it’s difficult to have confidence given his often less-than-fluent jumping TFRHHHII BHA122
5 SUNRAY SHADOW (GB) (14)
0542-11 CD
7 10-9
B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Silver Spinner Harry Skelton S T Racing - The Founders’ Syndicate Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Mrs S. C. Welch Stanley’s
TIMEFORMVIEW Readily landed a first handicap hurdle success at Huntingdon prior to following up with a fair bit in hand on chase debut at this track (23f) He’s taken his form to a new level on his previous 2 starts and a hat-trick beckons on return to hurdles. TFRHHHHH BHA121
2025: DEPLOY TO SPY 7 11 6 Sean Bowen 4-5 (Olly Murphy) 3 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 5. Stewards Note:
AMERICAN MIKE: Following its run on 24/5/2026 it was reported that the horse jumped poorly. BALLINTUBBER BOY: Following its run on 19/5/2026 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 11-10 Sunray Shadow (GB), 3-1 Shallow River (IRE), 7-1 Ballintubber Boy (IRE), 15-2 American Mike (IRE), 14-1 Gwennie May Boy (IRE)
IFTHEYFA FALL
SHORT THEY WE WON’T
British racing has reduced the number of horses that fall by a third and fatalities to 0.2% of 90,000 yearly runners.
SEVENTH RACE 8.17
ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND
THE STEP INTO LUXURY WITH PURPLE GRANITE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 4lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): N & W Twiston-Davies (17 wins from 95 runners, 18%) runs BOBBARELLI TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (7 wins from 46 runners, 15%) runs ALEX THE GREAT & STRONG AS STEEL LONGEST TRAVELLER: SON OF HYPNOS trained by R Chapman, St Mawgan, 214 miles.
EMERALD TIME should build on his recent eye-catching Aintree run and is taken to open his account in what hardly looks a deep race for the grade Bobbarelli tackles 2m for the first time over hurdles and could be the main danger if getting into a rhythm on the front end.
1-2-3: 1.EMERALD TIME 2.BOBBARELLI 3.WESTERN SOLDIER (GER)
1 PLAY PRETEND (IRE) (19) 13225-0 CD
B g Make Believe - Pride Celebre (IRE) Lee Edwards
The Holt Fleet Hot Shots Dave Roberts, Kenley
Br Tum Nuttall & Make Believe Syndicate Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Went close to bagging a second course victory here last October but has looked out of sorts in a pair of starts this year TFRHHIII BHA100
2 BOBBARELLI (GB) (12) P622-32
B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Bobba Benetta (IRE)
9 12-0
Miss Amber Jackson-Fennell (7)
Miss Amber Jackson-Fennell Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Br Elizabeth Inman
TIMEFORMVIEW Dual point winner who ran his best race over fences second of 5 at Stratford latest. Likely to get his own way in front back over hurdles and could well make a bold bid TFRHHHHI BHA100
3 SON OF HYPNOS (IRE) (49) 656P30-
9 12-0
B g Morpheus - Top Dollar Jack Stenhouse (7)
Mr Ryan G. Chapman Ryan Chapman, St Mawgan
Br Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Versatile performer in Ireland for Kevin Michael Smith, but he’s without a win since 2024 and his form has been patchy since joining current yard TFRHHHII BHA100
4 BELCAMO (GB) (144) 262601- D
5 11-12
Ch g Belardo (IRE) - Camdora (IRE) Harry Bannister Cheltenham is the target Alex Hales, Edgecote
Br Lemington Grange Stud Brampton Wealth Management Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWSplit a pair of improvers when runner-up in a Huntingdon maiden last November and having bounced back to that sort of form when opening his hurdles account at Fakenham in mid-January, he now returns in a stronger race off 3lb higher. TFRHHHII BHA98
5 EMERALD TIME (GB) (27) 4/2F06-5
5 11-12
B g Time Test - Pitter Patter Tom Bellamy Clontyseer Racing Ltd
Br Mr H. M. Bedford
Dom Elsworth & Ryan Hatch, Naunton
TIMEFORMVIEWBumper runner-up who shaped well off a steady pace when fifth of 8 on handicap bow at Aintree, and with hope that a bigger field/first-time tongue strap will help him settle better, he should have a bigger performance in him. TFRHHHHH BHA98
6 PRIVILEGE (GB) (299) P4/5226- 8 11-5
B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Two Days In Paris (FR)
Charlie Price
Mrs S. M. Farr John & Rhys Flint, Bridgend
Br Two Days In Paris Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEW Finished runner-up in a pair of novice handicaps at Newton Abbot this time last year but ended the summer on a low note on the Flat and has a bit to prove reverting to hurdles after 9 months off. TFRHHHII BHA91
7 WESTERN SOLDIER (GER) (23) 1200U-4 D 8 11-5
B g Soldier Hollow - Wamika (GER) Callum Pritchard
Mrs Kate Kenyon Seamus Mullins, Amesbury
Br Gestut Park Wiedingen We Do Vans
TIMEFORMVIEWLanded his first handicap success in this sphere at Wincanton in November and heading back in the right direction on his previous 2 starts, with some merit to the form of his latest fourth at Hexham TFRHHHII BHA91
8
KATANA (FR) (220) PP6635-
B g Blek (FR) - Tosca de Coddes (FR)
Mrs V. James
Br Mrs Claire Juillet Mailly
6 11-4
Ciaran Gethings
Robert Stephens, Caldicot
TIMEFORMVIEWWent the wrong way after finishing runner-up in a C&D maiden on stable debut last June, shaping like a non-stayer on his latest start at Hereford (3 1/4m), and is now back down markedly in trip for his first run in over 7 months TFRHHHII BHA90
9 RAFFLES NOBU
(FR) (17) 4364-P3 6 11-2
B g Authorized (IRE) - Utopie des Bordes (FR)
Mr Michael Ogburn
Jack Quinlan
Nick Scholfield, Lambourn
Br Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Nick Scholfield Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWHasn’t recaptured his best since joining capable new yard, extending a long losing streak in the process, though he did at least run better than on his previous start when a well-held third of 5 back over a longer trip at Huntingdon last time. TFRHHHII BHA88
10 BARAFUNDLE BAY (GB) (22) 44-0
B m Dartmouth - Fast Menantie (FR)
Jack Philpott / Vic Partridge
5 10-13
Jack Tudor
Christian Williams, Bridgend
Br Reginald Phillips Dodson and Horrell
TIMEFORMVIEWModest 11f Flat winner who needed the experience in a pair of hurdle starts last November but offered little on handicap debut/reappearance at Ffos Las (2 1/2m). At least worth a market check with Jack Tudor taking over on second start for new yard, though TFRHHIII BHA85
11 STRONG AS STEEL (GB) (165)
5P4/P5P- 7 10-8
B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Court Wing (IRE)
Charlie Deutsch Court Reclamation & Salvage Ltd
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Mr & Mrs Gareth Jones Court Reclamation & Salvage Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFair form in bumpers but hasn’t made much of an impact over hurdles and returns from 5 1/2 months off having pulled up (following a stumble) on second start for current yard TFRHHHII BHA80
12 ALEX THE GREAT (IRE)
(22)
0-40 6 10-2
Gr g Camelot - Moonrise Landing (IRE)
Robert Dunne Mill House Racing Syndicate
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Oak Hill Stud Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWRegressive Flat winner who has finished well held in a trio of hurdle starts Tongue strap goes on for the first time in this sphere but it’s hard to be confident now switched to a handicap. TFRHHIII BHA74
2025: PRINCE QUATTRO (IRE) 6 11 3 Alex Chadwick 2-1 (James Owen) 10 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 12. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 9.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Bobbarelli (GB), Emerald Time (GB), 15-2 Belcamo (GB), Western Soldier (GER), 10-1 Raffles Nobu (FR), 16-1 Play Pretend (IRE), Strong As Steel (GB), 20-1 Son of Hypnos (IRE), Privilege (GB), Katana (FR), Alex The Great (IRE), 28-1 Barafundle Bay (GB)
(2M 4F)
THE COPYBET FOR OVERNIGHT BEST ODDS GUARANTEED MARES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)
Total prize fund £7700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3110, 2nd £1555, 3rd £778, 4th £389, 5th £194. (Penalty Value £4066.37)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): F O’Brien (41 wins from 248 runners, 17%) runs POLITACUS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (13 wins from 25 runners, 52%) runs BELLE LE GRAND LONGEST TRAVELLER: PORTETTA trained by J J Hanlon, Ireland.
This could be the time to catch JANWORTH who goes well fresh and won readily over C&D this time last year for her in-form yard. Kom Tu Voudras was beaten only by a subsequent winner last time and appeals as the main danger on just her second start in a handicap. Of the rest, October Hill should go well again under a good-value conditional, while Belle Le Grand may bounce back returning to a more conventional track
1 BELLE LE GRAND (GB) (19) 6006-16 BF 7 12-1
B m Universal (IRE) - Saaboog
Paddy Brennan Racing Syndicate BLG
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton, Alcester
Br Newstead Priory Stud Morson Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Beat a subsequent winner with ease at Newton Abbot on her penultimate start and while found wanting in a better race at Cartmel (17f) subsequently, she’s worth another go over this longer trip and could get back on the up returning to a more conventional track. TFRHHHHI BHA111
2 POLITACUS (IRE) (18) P623-62
8 12-0
B m Epaulette (AUS) - Santacus (IRE) Liam Harrison
Mr D. Shorey Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
Br M. Noonan & D. Noonan
TIMEFORMVIEWHas won twice over hurdles around 2 1/2m, but she wasn’t at her best when a distant second on return to hurdling at Uttoxeter (2m) last time and again goes without her usual tongue strap. TFRHHIII BHA110
3 ALL INN HAND (GB) (25) 23/114-P
B m Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Handmaid
6 11-12
Sean Bowen
The Burling Family & Associates Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest
Br The Burling Family Ltd Fairplay Exchange
TIMEFORMVIEWLanded a hurdle/chase double this time last year and despite going with more zest than can often be the case in first-time blinkers at Stratford (3 1/4m) on her latest start, she ultimately finished well beaten having reportedly had a breathing problem TFRHHIII BHA108
4
KOM TU
VOUDRAS (FR) (33) 3/P/301-2
6 11-10
Br m Martinborough (JPN) - Mousse des Bois (FR) Harry Cobden
Mr John P. McManus Faye Bramley, Lambourn
Br Mr Jean Hardy
TIMEFORMVIEWLow-mileage6-y-owhoclearlyhasn’tbeentheeasiesttotrain,butshemorethanbackedupherstabledebutsuccess(despiteagainbeingeasytoback)whenchasing home a well-treated one on handicap bow at Warwick and should go close if arriving in similar form Cheekpieces go on for first time TFRHHHHI BHA106
5 KITTYS GLANCE (GB) (30) 3/001-2 D
5 11-7
B m Passing Glance - Midnight Cataria Tom Bellamy
Pitchall Stud Partnership
Alan King, Barbury Castle
Br Pitchall Stud Goodwin Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWBled when getting off the mark in a first-time hood (following a breathing operation) at Huntingdon (2 1/2m) in March but she was no match for a next-time-out winner on qualifying run at Hereford latest and hasn’t been done any favours by the handicapper. TFRHHHII BHA103
6 OCTOBER HILL (IRE) (22) 34023-1 D
6 11-7
Br m Berkshire (IRE) - Miss Bedlam (IRE) Rian Corcoran (5)
The Hillraisers David Pipe, Wellington
Br D. M. Forster W & S Recycling
TIMEFORMVIEW Back to something like her strong Taunton maiden form when getting the best of a sprint finish in a weaker race at Ffos Las last time, leaving behind her previous efforts in handicaps, and a 2lb rise doesn’t look insurmountable TFRHHHHI BHA103
7 JANWORTH (GB) (286) 0/1F144- CD
9 11-5
B m Norse Dancer (IRE) - Buxom (IRE) Gavin Sheehan
Mr A. J. & Mrs J. Ward Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
Br A. J. & Mrs J. Ward Fitzdares
TIMEFORMVIEW Having scored on reappearance at Sedgefield, she quickly gained compensation for a late Southwell fall (sure to win) with a decisive C&D success last June. Finished the summer with a couple of respectable in-frame efforts, but she’s probably a better horse fresh, and can make a winning return. TFRHHHHH BHA101
8
SHESONNET (IRE) (12) 052P-10
B m Poet’s Word (IRE) - Onest
Matthews Moore Murray Oxley
Br Denis Murphy
5 11-5
Harry Bannister
Ben Case, Banbury
David Andrews Construction Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWHelped by the way things developed when something of a surprise winner on return/handicap debut at Warwick (21f) but she looked to be beaten by more than the 4lb rise when well held at Stratford last time. TFRHHHII BHA101
9 HELLO CELLO (IRE)
(38) 315F6-3
B m Jet Away - Classic Girl (IRE)
Harry Fry Racing Syndicate Hello Cello
7 11-4
Ciaran O’Shea (7)
Harry Fry, Corscombe
Br Patrick Doyle Grosvenor Sport
TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced on both outings over C&D last summer, she ran much better on second start following a fall when 4 1/2 lengths third behind Shesonnet in a muddling event at Warwick last time, having made her effort sooner than the pair that beat her TFRHHHII BHA100
10
PORTETTA
(IRE) (38) 2530P-0
Gr m Le Havre (IRE) - Loch Ma Naire (IRE)
5 11-0
Paddy Hanlon (5)
Stonebridge Syndicate John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland
Br St Albans Bloodstock LLP
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who was easy to back when below form on return at Downpatrick, and while her stable is in better form now, she still has something to find at the weights TFRHHIII BHA96
2025: JANWORTH 8 11 5 Joe Anderson 11-8 (Jamie Snowden) 7 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Hood worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 6, 9. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1. Stewards Note:
ALL INN HAND: Following its run on 17/5/2026 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise.
SHESONNET: Following its run on 30/5/2026 it was reported that the horse ran flat.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Janworth (GB), 11-2 Belle Le Grand (GB), 6-1 Kom Tu Voudras (FR), 15-2 October Hill (IRE), 8-1 Kittys Glance (GB), 10-1 Hello Cello (IRE), 12-1 All Inn Hand (GB), 16-1 Politacus (IRE), 20-1 Shesonnet (IRE), 25-1 Portetta (IRE)
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