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A very warm welcome back to Worcester Racecourse! After a fantastic three-week break, we are delighted to be back racing and looking forward to another exciting evening on course. During the break, our Grounds Team have worked continuously hard to ensure the course is looking at its very best! Tonight, we are pleased to have 80 declarations across seven races, with the first race getting underway at 17:02 and the final race scheduled for 20:08. We look forward to some competitive racing and wish all connections the very best of luck throughout the evening. We are also excited to welcome Pony Racing back to Worcester this evening. The first Pony Race will take place at 15:58, followed by the second at 16:15. We hope our younger competitors and their connections have a fantastic time on course. We are delighted to have the continued support of CopyBet, who will be sponsoring tonight’s fixture. We would like to thank them for their ongoing support of Worcester Racecourse. Finally, we wish all owners, trainers, jockeys and connections the very best of luck, and hope all of our guests have a fantastic evening with us Michael Thomas General Manager
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HOW TO READ YOUR RACECARD
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horse’s name
horse’s saddlecloth number
No.ofdays sincelastran
birthplace of horse if not Great Britain
form guide previous performances /=new season -=new year Bold type shows Point-to-Point form C=course winner D=distance winner age CD=course & distance winner BF=beaten favourite
1 HUNT BALL (IRE) (109) 2304-11 CD
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10 11-12
B g Winged Love (IRE) - La Fandango (IRE) Andrew Tinkler Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Atlantic Equine Br Michael Slevin Novae Management Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Still capable of smart form over fences last season and made most of 2 good opportunities back over hurdles in May. This a lot harder but still the one to beat. TFRHHHHI BHA135
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Star Ratings Explained Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below: HHHHH Selected to win the race. HHHHI Good chance of being placed. HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. HIIII Can be given little or no chance.
OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances). The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in nonhandicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating. For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.
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The Dragon TV and Film Studios Pony Race 138cm & Under, 15.58pm 1m Pony Name
Rider
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Gold Rush
Daisy Walker
2
Bombay Moonstone
Charlie Chalmers
15
3
Little Galway Girl
Neive O’Sullivan
11
Min Weight: 9st 3lbs gelding Pony Age: 6 Height: 138 Form: 1,1,1 Colours: Pink, Pink Sleeves, Purple Hooped, Pink Cap, Purple Hooped
Age
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Colour: Bay
Min Weight: 8st 7lbs gelding Pony Age: 17 Colour: Bay Height: 138 Form: 1,4,2 Colours: Navy Blue, White Star, Navy Blue Sleeves, Navy Blue Cap, White Star
Min Weight: 8st 3lbs mare Pony Age: 12 Colour: Bay Height: 137 Form: 2,5,2,2,1 Colours: Emerald Green, Orange Stars, White Sleeves, Emerald Green Hooped, White Cap, Orange Stars
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The Dragon TV and Film Studios Pony Race 148cm & Under, 16.15pm 1m 2f Pony Name
Rider
Age
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Scenic Snow
Tallulah Edmunds
16
2
Miss Wexford
Harry Longsdon
14
3
Lady Moondancer
Lowan Cruise Mills
15
4
Little Chiefy
Jack Pipe
5
Tiny Dancer
India Rigg
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Golden Empire
Min Weight: 8st 3lbs mare Pony Age: 8 Colour: Bay Height: 144.5 Form: 2,4 Colours: Gold, Black Star, Black Sleeves, Gold Stars, Black Cap, Gold Stars
Min Weight: 8st 13lbs mare Pony Age: 8 Colour: Bay Height: 147 Form: 3,5,3 Colours: Emerald Green, White Diabolo, Emerald Green Sleeves, White Diablo, Emerald Green Cap, White Quartered
Min Weight: 9st 9lbs mare Pony Age: 8 Colour: Bay Height: 148 Form: 2,2 Colours: Royal Blue, White Stars, Red Sleeves, White Stars, White Cap, Red Star
Min Weight: 9st 13lbs gelding Pony Age: 10 Height: 148 Form: 1,2 Colours: Red, Royal Blue Sleeves, White Armlet, Red Cap
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Colour: Bay
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Min Weight: 8st mare Pony Age: 17 Colour: Bay Height: 148 Form: 7,5 Colours: Royal Blue, Royal Blue Sleeves, White Stars, Royal Blue Cap, White Star
Lila Westbrook
Min Weight: 8st mare Pony Age: 9 Height: 147 Form: Colours: Royal Blue, Yellow Cross Belts, Yellow Sleeves, Yellow Cap
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Colour: Bay
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FIRST RACE 5.02 TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2M 7F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE COPYBET BOG NOW FOR YORK TOMORROW HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (ARC SUMMER CHASE SERIES QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £8900 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3595, 2nd £1797, 3rd £899, 4th £449, 5th £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights lowered 2lb.
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (29 wins from 172 runners, 17%) runs MUSKERRY ROCK & PALAMON TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D Skelton (2 wins from 5 runners, 40%) runs MUSKERRY ROCK & PALAMON LONGEST TRAVELLER: KING ROLY trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 176 miles. RACE SUMMARY
MUSKERRY ROCK was in command some way out when scoring at Newton Abbot 5 weeks ago and can win again. Smugglers Haven could be the danger back over fences having been in good form over hurdles.
1-2-3: 1.MUSKERRY ROCK (IRE) 2.SMUGGLERS HAVEN (IRE) 3.HARRYS HOPE (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Jockey
Br
Trainer
Sponsor
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horse
age
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SMUGGLERS HAVEN (IRE) (43) 221F-12 BF
7 11-12
B m Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Our Grace (IRE) The Belle Syndicate Br George Halford
st lb
Miss Lily Bradstock (7) Sara Bradstock, Wantage Equimedia Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWGood strike rate over hurdles (successful again at Fontwell in May, ran well at Uttoxeter 6 weeks ago) and potentially well handicapped on recent form having won a big-field handicap chase for amateur riders at Cheltenham on his last completed start in this sphere in October. TFRHHHHI BHA120
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PALAMON (IRE) (24) 45163-5
Ch g Decorated Knight - Seschat (IRE) The Blind Squirrels Br Mr Emir Alkas
6 11-12
Tristan Durrell Dan Skelton, Alcester Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful at Bangor (2 1/2m) in March. Excuses in messy race at Sandown in April and given a considerate return from 3 months off (had another breathing operation in interim) at Uttoxeter 3 weeks ago. Muskerry Rock looks the pick of the stable duo. TFRHHHII BHA120
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MUSKERRY ROCK (IRE) (37) 30-1221 D
7 11-12
B g Shirocco (GER) - One Treasure (IRE) Harry Skelton Hools & Forces Partnership Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Timothy Considine Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)
TIMEFORM VIEW Has made a good start for this yard, narrowly denied in 2 handicap hurdles before scoring readily in 3 1/4m TFRHHHHH BHA120 Newton Abbot handicap chase 5 weeks ago. Up just 5lb and seems sure to go well again.
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KING ROLY (GB) (32) 146-P20 CD
B g Scorpion (IRE) - Roll On Ruby (IRE) Kit And Roly Partnership Br John Bryan
7 11-11
James Bowen Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest Fairplay Exchange
TIMEFORM VIEW Took well to chasing in first half of last season, winning 3 times in small fields. Good second at Market Rasen in June but struggled in the competitive Summer Plate back there next time. Blinkers now tried back up in trip. TFRHHHII BHA119
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HARRYS HOPE (IRE) (28) 1220-24 D
8
11-3
Ch m Quest For Peace (IRE) - Hy Kate (IRE) The JP Girls Br Harry Curtis
Ben Jones Ben Pauling, Naunton Fitzdares
6
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TIMEFORMVIEWWon 3m handicap chases at Warwick and Uttoxeter last summer. Didn’t travel with her customary fluency when second at Stratford on return but better than the bare result at Worcester next time and has slipped in the weights. Cheekpieces go on. Weak-finishing tendencies need keeping in mind. TFRHHHII BHA111
YES DAY (IRE) (32) 60P-232
B g Court Cave (IRE) - Jiggle Joules (IRE) Mr Ian Bullions Br Miss Susan Scott
11-2
Benjamin Macey (5) Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Proving more consistent than usual but extended his losing run to 12 all the same when second at Market Rasen (3m) last month, left behind by the winner from 3 out. Others preferred for the win. TFRHHHII BHA110 2025: ALMAZHAR GARDE (FR) 10 11 9 Paul O’Brien 10-1 (Charlie Longsdon) 11 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Blinkers worn first time by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Muskerry Rock (IRE), 4-1 Smugglers Haven (IRE), 6-1 King Roly (GB), 13-2 Harrys Hope (IRE), 7-1 Yes Day (IRE), 16-1 Palamon (IRE)
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SECOND RACE 5.33 TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2M 110YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE COPYBET PAY FIRST PAST THE POST HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (ARC SUMMER CHASE SERIES QUALIFIER) Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): A Hales (8 wins from 55 runners, 15%) runs HIERO SPORT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Candlish (4 wins from 10 runners, 40%) runs GREER HILL LONGEST TRAVELLER: GETAWAY JEWEL trained by M Hammond, Middleham, 172 miles. RACE SUMMARY
MR MCWHINNY was well on top when making his second start for Tom Ellis a winning one at Market Rasen last month and he looks one to follow. He can go in again. Alshadhian was second in this race last year and could be set for a big run in first-time cheekpieces, while Turpin Gold may have a bigger effort in him over fences. 1-2-3: 1.MR MCWHINNY (IRE) 2.ALSHADHIAN (IRE) 3.TURPIN GOLD KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Jockey
Br
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
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TURPIN GOLD (GB) (49) 1420-34 D
10 12-0
B g Dick Turpin (IRE) - Tamara The Shinton Family Br J. B. J. Richards
st lb
Stan Sheppard Tom Lacey, Woolhope Galebreaker
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner over hurdles for this yard. Came to chasing late and not knocked about in 2 runs this season. Could have more to offer in this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA100
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DEFINITE DREAM (IRE) (38) 2/45-245
B m Mahler - Definite Asset (IRE) Mrs Barbara Coakley Br Derwent Dene Farm
8 11-12
Brendan Powell Denis Coakley, West Ilsley Denis Coakley Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent over hurdles without winning and hasn’t progressed from a promising start in this sphere this season, fading at Stratford (19f) last time. Back down in trip but others more persuasive. TFRHHHII BHA98
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ALSHADHIAN (IRE) (26) 223-340 D
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Alshadhia (IRE) Mr G C Myddelton & Mr V E C Taylor Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited
6 11-10
Jack Tudor Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Dodson & Horrell Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up twice over C&D (including in this race) last summer after scoring at Southwell. Yet to fire this season but on a tempting mark back over fences and not ruled out in first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHHHI BHA96
4
IOLAOS DU MOU (FR) (26) 214-663 D
B g Coastal Path - Thelemise du Mou (FR) Hedgehoppers Br Earl Domaine Du Mou
8
11-6
Tabitha Worsley Tony Culhane & Stella Barclay, Garstang Lancashire Racing Stables Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdles winner usually ridden prominently. In better heart than recent form figures suggest and worth a look on chase debut. TFRHHHII BHA92
5
DEXTER (FR) (32) P20-464
B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Hideaway (FR) Barry and the Chuckles Br Skymarc Farm
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11-5
Toby Wynne Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Dodson & Horrell Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Has dipped below his last winning mark (successful in 17f Cartmel handicap chase a year ago) but hasn’t returned in much form this season. Looks stable second string. TFRHHHII BHA91
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GREER HILL (IRE) (28) P-P0153 CD
B g Jet Away - She’s On The Case (IRE) White Hart Racing & Chris Djuric Br Parkville Stud
5
11-3
William Shanahan (5) Jennie Candlish, Leek Equine Products UK Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Limited impact over hurdles but a different proposition switched to the larger obstacles when causing a 28/1 upset over C&D in June. Excuses next time and while he fared better when third over 2 1/2m back here 4 weeks ago his weak-finishing tendencies were back in evidence. TFRHHHII BHA89
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HIERO SPORT (FR) (87) 05/031-3 BF
Gr g No Risk At All (FR) - Brasilia Sport (FR) David Simkins Br Har de L’Etoile & P. Matzinger
9 10-13
Kielan Woods Alex Hales, Edgecote Winwood Construction UK Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Probably a little fortunate (left clear on landing last) when winning handicap hurdle at Fontwell (19f) in April but did run creditably back up 3lb there next time. Makes a belated chasing debut. TFRHHHII BHA85 14
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MR MCWHINNY (IRE) (32) F50-141
8 10-11
B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Kala Brandy (IRE) Character Testing Syndicate Br Mr Paul Townend
Jack Andrews Tom Ellis, Rugby Castlebridge Risk Solutions
TIMEFORM VIEW Has made a good start for new connections and opened his account over fences in 17f Market Rasen handicap chase last month. Did it readily and good chance he can defy a 5lb rise. TFRHHHHH BHA83
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KEEP ME POSTED (IRE) (34) P0P-P65
9
B g Shirocco (GER) - Canitellyou (IRE) Mr Barry Hawkins Br M. Fahy
10-8
Harry Bannister Matt Sheppard, Ledbury Matt Sheppard
TIMEFORM VIEW Hadn’t been in much form in Ireland (including in points) prior to joining new connections and was always behind on his first run for them here (2 1/2m) last month. Cheekpieces go on. TFRHHIII BHA80
GETAWAY JEWEL (IRE) (32) 64-2322 D
B g Getaway (GER) - Fada’s Jewel (IRE) Mr Phil Ellerby Br Mr D. Allen
12 10-4
Brian Hughes Micky Hammond, Middleham Northern Accountants
TIMEFORM VIEW Back in good heart, runner-up at Uttoxeter and Cartmel (17f) the last twice. Should give his running again but is vulnerable for win purposes. TFRHHHII BHA76 2025: ROCKS UP LATE (IRE) 5 11 11 Ben Jones 7-2 (Ben Pauling) 11 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3, 9. Hood worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 9. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 6. Stewards Note: ALSHADHIAN: Following its run on 24/7/2026 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Mr McWhinny (IRE), 7-1 Turpin Gold (GB), 8-1 Alshadhian (IRE), 17-2 Getaway Jewel (IRE), 10-1 Definite Dream (IRE), 11-1 Iolaos du Mou (FR), 12-1 Greer Hill (IRE), Hiero Sport (FR), 20-1 Dexter (FR), 40-1 Keep Me Posted (IRE)
RACE RESULT: TIME
DISTANCE
1ST
2ND
3RD
4TH
RECORD TIMES DISTANCE
RECORD HOLDER
DATE
COURSE RECORD
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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THIRD RACE 6.03 ABOUT TWO MILES (2M) FOR MAIDEN THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
THE COPYBET SUPPORT SAFER GAMBLING MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC SUMMER NOVICES’ BRUSH HURDLE SERIES QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): F O’Brien (37 wins from 238 runners, 16%) runs BLUE TOPAZ TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Neville (2 wins from 11 runners, 18%) runs DATSTHEHOLYALLOFIT LONGEST TRAVELLER: DATSTHEHOLYALLOFIT trained by P Neville, Leyburn, 183 miles. RACE SUMMARY
SPARKLING WATER looked much improved when making a winning start for Dan Skelton at Uttoxeter last month and sure to be well prepared for this switch to hurdling, she’ll take some stopping. Datstheholyallofit also won a bumper last time so she commands respect, while Take The Boat is likely to give her running. 1-2-3: 1.SPARKLING WATER 2.DATSTHEHOLYALLOFIT (IRE) 3.TAKE THE BOAT (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Jockey
Br
Trainer
Sponsor
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horse
age
st lb
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BLUE TOPAZ (GB) (279) 4P1/41P-
6
11-7
B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Cora Sundrop The Yes No Wait Sorries Br Little Lodge Farm
Jack Hogan Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham BresBet
TIMEFORM VIEW Point/bumper winner was found to have bled when pulled up on hurdle debut at Sedgefield in November. Off since but she’s in very capable hands TFRHHHII BHA-
2
DATSTHEHOLYALLOFIT (IRE) (105) 44-1 D
B m Snow Sky - Have You Time (IRE) Mr Eamon McElligott Br Martin McElligott
5
11-7
Brian Hughes Patrick Neville, Leyburn Sinclair’s of Rhynie Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive form in bumpers, getting off the mark in 10-runner contest at Kelso in May. Bred for the jumping game and she’s interesting kept to her own sex for hurdles debut. TFRHHHHI BHA-
3
DO WAH DIDDY (GB) (88) 20/-0
B m Jack Hobbs - Hillary C Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies Br Nigel Twiston-Davies
5
11-7
Miss Amber Jackson-Fennell (7) Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Courtiers Investment Services Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped with promise first time up when second in a junior bumper at Huntingdon in November 2024 but well held both starts since 18 months apart. Hurdles debut. TFRHHIII BHA-
4
DREAMING OF THE DR (GB) (26) 0-46
B m Doctor Dino (FR) - Adreamstillalive (IRE) Upton House Stud Br Dr RDP Newland & Mr G Farmiloe
5
11-7
Luke Scott (3) Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich Coulthursts Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Doctor Dino filly who fitted with a hood, displayed a modest level of ability in a trio of bumpers. TFRHHHII BHA-
5
ELATED (GB) (47) 533-332
5
11-7
B m Passing Glance - Jet Set (IRE) Lady Dulverton Br Lady Dulverton
Ben Jones Ben Pauling, Naunton Fitzdares
6
5
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent rather than progressive, placed all 4 starts over hurdles, no match for an improver in first time cheekpieces at Newton Abbot last month. Likely to be on the premises again. TFRHHHII BHA98
EVENLY (GB) (69) 6
B m Mountain High (IRE) - Seondeok (IRE) The Shinton Family Br Alan Shinton
11-7
Theo Gillard Donald McCain, Cholmondeley 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. Bred to need a trip over obstacles but showed ability in a course bumper in June. TFRHHIII BHA-
7
LADY BEE GREAT (IRE) (86) 60P3-11
B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Miss Mitch (IRE) Lost In The Summer Wine Br Grange Stud
7
11-7
Stan Sheppard Matt Sheppard, Ledbury Matt Sheppard
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to win in Ireland for Ross O’Sullivan, though did finish runner-up in a maiden against her own sex last spring. Has tasted success between the flags for current yard though. TFRHHHII BHA98 16
8
NALA THE LIONESS (GB) (36) 222P//-
6
11-7
B m Roaring Lion (USA) - Rive Gauche Nick Slatter (3) Mr Graeme P. McPherson David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold Br Humber Bloodstock Pragnell
TIMEFORM VIEW Started out in bumpers back in 2024, runner-up 3 times. Just the one success on the level since then and while she’s fit from that code, others are preferred. TFRHHHII BHA-
9
SPARKLING WATER (GB) (26) FU/P42-1 D
5
Ch m No Risk At All (FR) - Water For Life S T Racing - Sunglasses Syndicate Br Fernham Farm Ltd
11-7
Harry Skelton Dan Skelton, Alcester Stanley’s
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to complete all 3 outings in points and surpassed the level achieved in a couple of bumpers for Ralph Beckett when making a winning debut for Dan Skelton at Uttoxeter last month. Should be plenty more to come now hurdling. TFRHHHHH BHA-
10
SWEET HONEY B (IRE) (219) 1/233//56- D
B m Getaway (GER) - Kilbarry Classic (IRE) C & C Boultbee Brooks Br Con O’Keeffe
8
11-7
Richie McLernon Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWWinner of sole start between the flags and showed promise on Rules debut in a bumper at Aintree in October 2023. Followed that with decent placed efforts in maiden/novice hurdles but she hasn’t stood much racing since and no real impact in a pair of handicaps. TFRHHHII BHA96
WHINNY HOUSTON (GB) (420) P0-
5
B m Jack Hobbs - Megan Mint Miss Hannah James Br Miss Hannah James
11-7
Sean Houlihan Sheila Lewis, Brecon
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held both starts in bumpers for Hannah James last summer.
12
MATILDA MAID (GB) (69) 0
4
B f Planteur (IRE) - Maid of Oaksey The Tilly Syndicate Br The Plaid Maid Partnership
TFRHIIII BHA-
11-4
Mr Daniel Williams (7) Sara Bradstock, Wantage 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 and shaped in kind in a course bumper in June. TFRHHIII BHA-
13
PEARL KNOT (GB) (26) U50
4
B f Gentlewave (IRE) - Pearlita The Glazeley Partnership 2 Br W. P. Jenks
Toby Wynne Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Dodson & Horrell Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Looks one for handicaps at longer trips later on.
14
11-4
TAKE THE BOAT (IRE) (31) 233
B f Belardo (IRE) - Nameless (IRE) Posh Pundit Racing Club & G Nicholls Br Nawara Stud Limited
TFRHHIII BHA-
4
11-4
Harry Bannister Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle
TIMEFORMVIEWFair performer at up to 1 3/4m on the Flat who ran to a similar level sent hurdling when a close second in a Stratford novice in May. Back to that sort of form when third at Newton Abbot a month ago and she’s likely to be involved. TFRHHHHI BHA95
15
ADBA (FR) (24) 6
Ch f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Ajayeb (IRE) The Cheeky Pups Br Al Shaqab Racing
3
10-2
Harry Kimber Faye Bramley, Lambourn Scotty Brand Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Starspangledbanner filly. Dam half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (17f winner) Arslan. Modest form on Flat (stays 8.5f) for Ralph Beckett and given a kind introduction to hurdling amidst mistakes last month. TFRHHIII BHA2025: CELESTRON STAR 5 10 13 Luke Scott 11-4 (Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole) 15 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 15 Hood worn by No. 4, 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5. Stewards Note: BLUE TOPAZ: Following its run on 13/11/2025 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled. Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Sparkling Water (GB), 6-1 Datstheholyallofit (IRE), 7-1 Take The Boat (IRE), 8-1 Elated (GB), 12-1 Sweet Honey B (IRE), 14-1 Blue Topaz (GB), 22-1 Dreaming of The Dr (GB), 25-1 Nala The Lioness (GB), 28-1 Lady Bee Great (IRE), 50-1 Do Wah Diddy (GB), Evenly (GB), Matilda Maid (GB), Pearl Knot (GB), 66-1 Adba (FR), 300-1 Whinny Houston (GB)
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FOURTH RACE 6.38 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE COPYBET FOR PREMIER LEAGUE PROFIT BOOSTS NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC SUMMER NOVICES’ BRUSH HURDLE SERIES QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE) Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Skelton (29 wins from 172 runners, 17%) runs DELGANY HEADLINE & SQUARE D’ALBONI TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (9 wins from 40 runners, 22%) runs ONEINTHEWELL LONGEST TRAVELLER: NEWBROOK DIAMOND trained by G Elliott, Ireland. RACE SUMMARY
Plenty of depth to this novice with HANDMEDOWNASTAR selected to continue on the up having joined a stable going places since his Fontwell win. Road To Wembley is feared most, despite the fact that Sean Bowen has presumably elected to ride fellow hat-trick seeker Newbrook Diamond instead. 1-2-3: 1.HANDMEDOWNASTAR (IRE) 2.ROAD TO WEMBLEY 3.NEWBROOK DIAMOND (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Jockey
Br
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
1
NEWBROOK DIAMOND (IRE) (32) 5203-11 D
6 11-12
B g Balko (FR) - Really Royale (FR) KTDA Racing/Nick Courtney Br Mr John Noel McGivney
st lb
Sean Bowen Gordon Elliott, Ireland Gordon Elliott, Bective Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner. Fairly useful form in Irish maidens last season and successful both starts last month, despite the odd error at Cartmel latterly. Double penalty to shoulder but Sean Bowen takes over. TFRHHHHI BHA126
2
ROAD TO WEMBLEY (GB) (96) 21-1
5 11-12
B g Postponed (IRE) - Queen’s Dream (GER) Sir Alex Ferguson Br Sir Alex Ferguson
Mr Troy Walsh (7) Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Betano
3
4
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful staying handicapper on the Flat for Richard Hughes and confirmed the promise of his hurdling/stable debut when landing the odds at Southwell in April. Overcame significant interference when following up at Aintree a month later and there’s more to come in this code. TFRHHHHI BHA124
SQUARE D’ALBONI (FR) (34) 30-11 C
B g Zarak (FR) - Polonia Lady (FR) Recommended Freight Ltd & Dan Skelton Br S.A.S. Ecurie X
11-8
Harry Skelton Dan Skelton, Alcester Recommended Freight Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWUseful 3-time winner on Flat for Ralph Beckett and has essentially outclassed the opposition last 2 starts at up to 19f. Life gets harder now up in distance under a double penalty but he’s in the right hands to go on progressing. TFRHHHII BHA119
4
BRIGHT LEGEND (IRE) (24) 3531-05 D
B g Zoustar (AUS) - Alexiade (IRE) The Cheeky Pups Br P. Motherway
6
11-7
J. P. O’Neill (7) Faye Bramley, Lambourn Scotty Brand Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful across both codes at his best. Back on the up for current yard when making most of good opportunity at Sedgefield (2 1/2m) before finishing well held in a competitive Punchestown handicap in late-April. Not given a hard time once chance had gone at Uttoxeter last month. TFRHHIII BHA110
5
HANDMEDOWNASTAR (IRE) (87) 2132-1
B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Breaffy House Lady (IRE) Mr. Simon Smode Br Mrs Patricia Winters
6
11-7
Harry Cobden Nick Scholfield, Lambourn Wimpole Clinic
TIMEFORMVIEWIrish point winner who has made a promising start in 2 1/4m maiden hurdles, merely nudged out to get off the mark at Fontwell in May. Since made the switch to and up-and-coming yard so there should be lots more to come with Harry Cobden in the plate again. TFRHHHHH BHA115
6
ONEINTHEWELL (IRE) (32) 033-221
B g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Melior (IRE) Matthew Jones & Partners Br Paddy Behan
5
11-7
Jonathan Burke James Owen, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish bumper winner on debut for Thomas Cooper. Took a while to double his tally for current connections but gained reward for a string of consistent efforts in handicap company last month. Looks vulnerable back in a novice. TFRHHHII BHA106
7
PHANTOM GOLD (IRE) (34) 56-4221 CD
B g Champs Elysees - Legacy Gold (IRE) Mrs Jane P. Wanless Br Mr David Bobbett
8
11-7
Jack Andrews Tom Ellis, Rugby Equine Products UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFollowed up point bumper win with stylish/fairly useful success in Newton Abbot bumper on Rules debut back in 2023. Shaped well first 2 starts in handicaps before getting it right over C&D last month. Limit not yet reached for in-form stable. TFRHHHII BHA102 20
8
CADILLAC RANCH (IRE) (135) 4/51PPP- D
B g Westerner - Faoi Ben Bulben (IRE) Miss Kelly Morgan Br Mr Paul McKeon
6
11-0
Miss Ellie Callwood (7) L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds
TIMEFORM VIEW 68,000 3-y-o, £10,000 5-y-o,first foal: dam unraced sister to useful hurdler/fairly useful chaser (stayed 2 1/4m) Tintangle and half-sister to smart hurdler/chaser (stayed 3m) Tombstone. Dual winning pointer, pulled up all 3 starts in 2026 (latest Apr 6). TFRHHIII BHA-
9
NOT NOW (FR) (52) 30-3
5
11-0
Gr g Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Not Lost (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies Graham and Alison Jelley Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Br SCEA Haras De Tonnecourt, E.& H. Petit Jelson Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Minor promise only in 3 starts under Rules and he looks a long-term project. TFRHIIII BHA-
10
SHESONNET (IRE) (34) 2P-1022
B m Poet’s Word (IRE) - Onest Matthews Moore Murray Oxley Br Denis Murphy
5
11-0
Harry Bannister Ben Case, Banbury David Andrews Construction Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Helped by the way things developed when successful on return/handicap debut at Warwick (21f) in May and quickly returned to a similar level when second over C&D last month. Vulnerable to less exposed sorts. TFRHHHII BHA103
11
DELGANY HEADLINE (GB) (28) 0-0
4 10-10
B g Jack Hobbs - New Bridge (FR) Tristan Durrell Mrs Rachel Wilson Dan Skelton, Alcester Br Charles Wilson The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes
TIMEFORM VIEW Handicap project for his leading stable.
12
LIKEWHATYOUSEE (USA) (26) 212
B f Street Sense (USA) - Maqboola (USA) Under The Radar Br Hunter Valley Farm/Grouseridge/D. Ryan
TFRHIIII BHA-
4 10-10
Richie McLernon Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group
2025: SERVICE MINIMUM (FR) 5 11 0 Harry Skelton 11-4 (Dan Skelton) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 9. Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Road To Wembley (GB), 9-2 Newbrook Diamond (IRE), 11-2 Square d’Alboni (FR), Handmedownastar (IRE), 9-1 Likewhatyousee (USA), 10-1 Phantom Gold (IRE), 18-1 Oneinthewell (IRE), 20-1 Shesonnet (IRE), 22-1 Bright Legend (IRE), 80-1 Cadillac Ranch (IRE), 100-1 Not Now (FR), 150-1 Delgany Headline (GB)
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RACE FOUR
TIMEFORMVIEWProgressive middle-distance winner on Flat for C. W. J. Farrell. Changed hands for 60,000 gns and confirmed the promise of hurdling debut when making short work of her rivals in 17f maiden at Newton Abbot last month. Matched that form when runner-up under a penalty at Uttoxeter. TFRHHHII BHA110
FIFTH RACE 7.08 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE COPYBET FOLLOW US ON X HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Total prize fund £6150 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2484, 2nd £1242, 3rd £621, 4th £311, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): N Mulholland (35 wins from 223 runners, 16%) runs COULD BE YOU LONGEST TRAVELLER: MRS BIDDLE trained by K Woollacott, Crewkerne, 124 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
STARSHINE LEGEND will need to improve on what he’s displayed so far over hurdles but this trip may well be the catalyst on handicap debut for his leading yard. Mrs Biddle is an interesting runner for new connections, who turn to Harry Cobden, while Warner’s Cross ought to remain competitive. 1-2-3: 1.STARSHINE LEGEND (IRE) 2.MRS BIDDLE (IRE) 3.WARNER’S CROSS (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder BrBr
Jockey
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
1
STARSHINE LEGEND (IRE) (28) 350
5
12-0
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Blissful Beat The One to Six Syndicate Br Woodnook Farm Pty Ltd
Sean Bowen Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Betano
2
10 11-10
TIMEFORMVIEWFair middle-distance winner on the Flat who shaped nicely under a considerate ride when third of 5 on hurdles debut at Uttoxeter in June, finishing with running left. Failed to build on that twice since but this longer trip promises to suit now handicapping. TFRHHHHH BHA98
MIDNIGHT JEWEL (GB) (28) 031PP-5 CD
B g Midnight Legend - Follow The Dream Ms G. E. Morgan Br North Bradon Stud
Lilly Pinchin Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable front runner who returned to winning ways in a handicap chase at Fontwell last September. Lower hurdles mark is justified and he was just a fair fifth on last month’s C&D reappearance. TFRHHHII BHA94
3
MRS BIDDLE (IRE) (284) 2/P0025-
B m Workforce - Aza Wish (IRE) 4Racing Owners Club Br Mr T. J. Murphy
8
11-6
Harry Cobden Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne The Firehouse Somerset
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to win a race for Garrett James Power in Ireland but she’s been the subject of a potentially beneficial stable switch and the booking of Harry Cobden catches the eye. TFRHHHHI BHA90
4
IAMCELESTIALGIFT (FR) (40) 1/40P-60
8
11-4
Ch g Spanish Moon (USA) - Rose Star (FR) Nick Slatter (3) DL Adams, JA Adams & G McPherson David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold Br Mr T. Vigneron & Messrs M. & L. Lochin Pragnell
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning debut in 19f Carlisle maiden hurdle last spring. Little show since in fleeting appearances, going backwards from his reappearance when last of 9 over 23f here in July. Blinkers go on. TFRHHIII BHA88
5
WARNER’S CROSS (IRE) (24) 6P5-P51 D
B g Leading Light (IRE) - Cellar Door (IRE) Mr John Griffin Br Mrs Claire Doyle
9
11-2
Harry Reed Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn
TIMEFORMVIEW Lost his way for Clare Hobson but fitted with a hood, he landed a gamble starting out for a new stable at Uttoxeter 3 weeks ago, driven out. Back up 7lb but scope on old form and may yet have more to come for this yard. TFRHHHHI BHA86
6
GONE IN SIXTY (GB) (28) 6-4F243 D
B g Sixties Icon - Gib (IRE) Alex Hales Racing Club Br Jeremy Gompertz
9 10-12
Kielan Woods Alex Hales, Edgecote Winwood Construction UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed no ill-effects from Fakenham fall when second in a steadily-run handicap at Southwell in June. Has shaped as though still in form both outings since but record of 1-40 tempers enthusiasm for win purposes. TFRHHHII BHA82
7
COULD BE YOU (IRE) (120) 3/3P0P0-
B g Youmzain (IRE) - Milano Bay (IRE) RS Racing (Syndicates) Br Mr P. Gallagher
6 10-10
Bradley Harris (3) Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke RS Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed both starts in Irish points. Featured more prominently in the market but fared no better on handicap/stable debut at Ffos Las in late-April. Since undergone breathing operation and worth a second look in the betting given who trains him. TFRHHHII BHA80 22
8
DYNAMITE DEFENSE (IRE) (49) 605-6U3
B g National Defense - Misscomplacent Mr Keith Stait Br Littlejohn Bloodstock Ltd
5
10-8
James Best Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster SJD Racing, Js Sports UK Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest performer on the Flat who showed little in a handful of hurdle starts for Olly Murphy, Made slightly more of an impact when third over C&D last month but it isn’t form to be getting carried away with. TFRHHHII BHA78
9
BABYCHINO (IRE) (38) 03-P532
B f Coulsty (IRE) - Mochachino (IRE) Mr Alexander Gibbons Br Rathasker Stud
4
10-4
Ms Sophie Carter (7) Alexander Gibbons, Westbury-on-Severn
TIMEFORM VIEW Slow to get the hang of things over hurdles but more like it under this rider in recent weeks, placed at Uttoxeter and Stratford (2 3/4m). Slight drop in trip will only help her cause. TFRHHHII BHA78
10
LUCKY IN TAIPAN (IRE) (38) 0/0P60-6
B g Lucky Speed (IRE) - Rose of Taipan (IRE) Easy Going Racing Br Fintan Farrell
6
10-2
Ben Jones Ben Pauling, Naunton Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW Displayed ability in bumpers in 2024. No impact for Max Young last year and failed badly to land a punt starting out for this yard at Perth in July. TFRHHHHI BHA71 2025: HOBIE (FR) 8 11 0 Sam Twiston-Davies 13-2 (David Dennis) 10 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Blinkers worn first time by No. 4. Hood worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7. Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Warner’s Cross (IRE), 11-2 Starshine Legend (IRE), 6-1 Babychino (IRE), 15-2 Lucky In Taipan (IRE), 8-1 Mrs Biddle (IRE), 17-2 Gone In Sixty (GB), 16-1 Midnight Jewel (GB), Could Be You (IRE), 18-1 Dynamite Defense (IRE), 25-1 Iamcelestialgift (FR)
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SIXTH RACE 7.38 TWO MILES ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (2M 4F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE COPYBET FOLLOW US ON X HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) 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.
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): B Pauling (28 wins from 119 runners, 24%) runs ONEHUNDREDNEIGHTY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M & D Easterby (3 wins from 33 runners, 9%) runs BROOKLYN LULLABY WEIGHTWATCHER: BANNISTER won off a handicap mark of 103, his rating is now down 9lb to 94. LONGEST TRAVELLER: BOSKILL BORDEN trained by D Rees, Haverfordwest, 176 miles. RACE SUMMARY
ONEHUNDREDNEIGHTY was a beaten favourite on stable debut when fourth of 8 at Warwick in May, but he offered some encouragement by the finish and promises to be suited by this return to further. He gets the vote ahead of Crafty Gael, who could also fare better making second start for his current yard, with Bannister another one to note.
1-2-3: 1.ONEHUNDREDNEIGHTY (IRE) 2.CRAFTY GAEL (IRE) 3.BANNISTER (FR) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Jockey
Br
Trainer
Sponsor
no
horse
age
st lb
1
BANNISTER (FR) (26) 6205-60 C
9
12-0
Gr g Olympic Glory (IRE) - Amou Daria (FR) Crossed Fingers Partnership Br Oceanic Bloodstock & Eric Puerari
Tom Broughton (3) Nick Kent, Brigg Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd.
TIMEFORM VIEW Without a win last season but was runner-up at Market Rasen (19f) in September. With his reappearance run behind him, failed to stay 23f when down the field at Uttoxeter last month, but his mark has eased further as a result. Interesting back down in trip/grade. TFRHHHHI BHA94
2
BOUND FOR GLORY (GB) (28) 44-134
4 11-12
B g Circus Maximus (IRE) - Khismet Mr Mel Mathias Br Mel Mathias
Ciaran Gethings Robert Stephens, Caldicot Centre Great Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWWide-margin bumper winner at Stratford in May and has made the frame both starts in maiden hurdles, fourth of 9 at this course (2m) last month. Could still have more to offer on handicap debut, though does need to prove himself over this longer trip. TFRHHHII BHA96
3
CRAFTY GAEL (IRE) (24) 30//000-3 BF
7
11-9
B g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Brazilian Samba (IRE) Olly Murphy Racing Club Br Epona Bloodstock Ltd
Sean Bowen Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Betano
4
10 11-7
TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in 3 starts in Ireland this spring for Ross O’Sullivan. After 3 months off, was well backed on stable debut but could finish only third of 10 in handicap at Uttoxeter 24 days ago. However, he remains potentially well treated based on old form. TFRHHHHI BHA89
ROYAL RHYTHM (IRE) (34) 5P-55P3
B g Jet Away - Musical Queen (IRE) Jonjo & AJ O’Neill Racing II Br Philip Rothwell
Richie McLernon Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEWRefitted with blinkers after a second try over fences, returned to form when third of 7 in handicap over this C&D last month. However, his losing run is mounting up so task is now to build on latest effort. TFRHHHII BHA87
5
USYK (IRE) (38) 26-45r3
B g Vadamos (FR) - Ebony Palm (IRE) Willy Twiston-Davies Br Kenilworth House Stud
5
11-5
Miss Amber Jackson-Fennell (7) Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham Courtiers Investment Services Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWFair form in bumpers but has been let down by his jumping/temperament over hurdles this season, tending to jump right when well-beaten third of 5 in maiden at Stratford (2m) last time. Stamina in pedigree, though has something to find as he goes handicapping. TFRHHIII BHA85
6
BOSKILL BORDEN (IRE) (28) 23600-P
B g Battle of Marengo (IRE) - Aweebounce (IRE) Toni, Dai & Griffiths Br Pat McCarthy
7
11-0
Shane Fenelon (5) David Rees, Haverfordwest
TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced twice over C&D last summer but is on a long losing run and and didn’t take to chasing in 2 starts, returning from 10 months off when pulled up in handicap at this venue in July. Reverts to hurdling and the refitting of the visor needs to help spark a revival. TFRHHIII BHA80
7
ONEHUNDREDNEIGHTY (IRE) (91) 00235-4 BF
Ch g Ocovango - Ashlings Princess (IRE) Nature’s Sleeping Pill Br John Kelleher
6 10-12
Ben Jones Ben Pauling, Naunton Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort when third on handicap debut at Chepstow (19f) in February. Having first run since leaving Max Young, wasn’t able to justify strong support when fourth of 8 in novice handicap at Warwick (2m) in May, but he’s worth another chance back up in trip. TFRHHHHH BHA78 24
8
GHOST JURY (IRE) (47) U4-1252
7 10-10
Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Revelling (IRE) 4Racing Owners Club Br J. F. Mernagh
Harry Cobden Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne The Firehouse Somerset
TIMEFORMVIEWPoint winner in May and left behind her first effort back hurdling when rallying for second in 6-runner mares handicap at Newton Abbot (2 3/4m) in July. Still looking for a breakthrough Rules success, though, and this drop back in trip might not be ideal. TFRHHHII BHA76
9
BROOKLYN LULLABY (GB) (50) 6U00-52
B m Olden Times - Miss Fortywinks Mr J. T. Brown Br J. T. Brown
6
10-6
Harry Bannister Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton Stittenham Farms
TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t offer much in bumpers/maiden hurdles but has shown more in 2 handicaps this season, beaten only by a thriving rival in 10-runner contest at Stratford (19f) on latest outing. Could be in the mix. TFRHHHII BHA72
10
COSMIC SPIRIT (GB) (64) 0000-0
Ch g Universal (IRE) - Theatrical Spirit Mr J. Stevenson Br Joe Stevenson & Sophie Candy
4
10-2
Mr Joseph Stevenson (7) Ben Case, Banbury David Andrews Construction Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in a trio of starts on the Flat and has fared no better over hurdles, tailed off in novice handicap at Stratford (2m) on his return. Up in trip with tongue strap added. TFRHIIII BHA71 2025:(See Div 1) DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 10. Hood worn by No. 10. Blinkers worn by No. 4. Visor worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. Stewards Note: ONEHUNDREDNEIGHTY: Following its run on 20/5/2026 it was reported that the horse was outpaced. Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Ghost Jury (IRE), 5-1 Crafty Gael (IRE), 11-2 Onehundredneighty (IRE), 7-1 Royal Rhythm (IRE), 8-1 Bound For Glory (GB), Brooklyn Lullaby (GB), 9-1 Usyk (IRE), 16-1 Bannister (FR), 22-1 Boskill Borden (IRE), 66-1 Cosmic Spirit (GB) DISTANCE
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RACE SIX
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SEVENTH RACE 8.08 TWO MILES ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (2M 7F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE COPYBET OVERNIGHT BEST ODDS GUARANTEED 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)
RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): F O’Brien (37 wins from 238 runners, 16%) runs MISTRAL BLUE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (9 wins from 40 runners, 22%) runs BACK IN THE BAY LONGEST TRAVELLERS: KENZO DES BRUYERES & FISKARDO trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 176 miles. RACE SUMMARY
THE GREAT ESCAPE has saved his very best for this venue, capitalising on a much-reduced mark when successful over C&D 5 weeks ago. A token 2lb rise doesn’t look insurmountable and he rates a big player again. Fellow C&D winner Mancero is similarly compiling a solid course record and is a threat, with Redbridge Rambler another to note back over hurdles. 1-2-3: 1.THE GREAT ESCAPE (IRE) 2.MANCERO (FR) 3.REDBRIDGE RAMBLER (IRE) KEY colours
Owner
Breeding
Breeder
Jockey
Br
Trainer
Sponsor
no
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age
st lb
1
CINNODIN (GB) (57) 325-12P D
6
12-0
B g Anodin (IRE) - Cinnilla The Lakota Partnership Br Ashbrittle Stud
Gavin Sheehan Jamie Snowden, Lambourn Fitzdares
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly-useful Flat performer who opened his account over hurdles at Uttoxeter (3m) in May. Backed that up when a good second over same C&D next time prior to losing his action when pulled up at Newton Abbot (3 1/4m) in June. Bounce back likely returning from 57 days off. TFRHHHII BHA104
2
BACK IN THE BAY (IRE) (43) 1213-05
B m Doyen (IRE) - Shameena (IRE) Value Racing - Back In The Bay Br Mr George Agnew
7
12-0
Jonathan Burke James Owen, Newmarket Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWLow mileage 7-y-o who tasted success twice at up to (2 1/2m, good to soft) upon joining James Owen last season. Hasn’t really built on those efforts since, though, failing to come on for his reappearance when fifth on chasing debut at Uttoxeter 6 weeks ago. Tackles a longer trip now returned to timber. TFRHHHII BHA104
3
OCTOBER HILL (IRE) E) (4)) 23-1B25
Br m Berkshire (IRE) - Miss Bedlam (IRE) R NNE The Hillraisers N-RU O N Br D. M. Forster
TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER.
4
6 11-13 David Pipe, Wellington W & S Recycling TFRIIIII BHA103 (-1)
FISKARDO (IRE) (24) 32/1-234
6 11-12
B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Campanella Rose (IRE) Shane Fenelon (5) Vernon & Anna Phillips Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest Br Mrs Mary O’Donoghue Adept Grp Cabinets Ltd, Fairplay Exchange
TIMEFORMVIEWWon a Perth bumper on the back of a significant absence in April and showed something like hurdles debut form at second attempt when fourth on handicap debut at Uttoxeter (2 1/2m) 24 days ago. Appeals as the type to stay the longer trip and mark eased 2lb ahead of this. TFRHHHII BHA102
5
MISTRAL BLUE (GB) (26) 2P-5316 D
B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Mistral Reine Make Mine A Double Partnership Br Sara Dennis & Dominic & Sarah Reilly
8 11-11
Fern O’Brien (5) Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham BresBet
TIMEFORM VIEW Capped an upswing in form with a third career success in mares company at Uttoxeter (23f) in June. However, found a 5lb rise enough to prevent further success when sixth over same C&D 4 weeks ago and she’s yet to defy a mark this high. TFRHHHII BHA101
6
BETTY’S TIARA (GB) (26) 346-000 D
8 11-10
B m Kayf Tara - Burgundy Betty (IRE) Mrs Emma Palmer Br Mrs Bridget Henley
Ben Jones Ben Pauling, Naunton Fitzdares
7
8
TIMEFORM VIEW 8-y-o mare who looked very rusty back from a break when seventh in a C&D handicap in May and no upturn for switch to chasing in 2 subsequent runs last month. Fitting of first-time blinkers (in place of cheekpieces) need to have positive effect now. TFRHHIII BHA100
REDBRIDGE RAMBLER (IRE) (32) 345-145
B g Mahler - Entertain Me David Maughan Br Mrs A. L. Merry & Mr Brett Merry
11-9
Freddie Keighley (5) Martin Keighley, Cheltenham FBC Manby Bowdler
TIMEFORMVIEWBack to winning ways in 3m Warwick handicap chase in May and shaped as if still in good form when fourth over C&D next time. A hard race then may of left its mark at Market Rasen next time but makes a belated return to hurdles from a potentially lenient mark. Interesting in a switch of headgear. TFRHHHHI BHA99 26
8
STILETTO (GB) (40) 000-561 CD
B g Frankel - High Heeled (IRE) Mrs Michelle Anne Crook Br Mr J. Wigan & Mr G. Strawbridge
8
11-9
Harry Cobden Sophie Leech, Westbury-on-Severn
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner during 2025 who bettered previous exploits this season when adding a second C&D victory to his tally 6 weeks ago. Raised 7lb on the back of that and possibilities for all Sean Bowen has plumped to ride Mancero on this occasion. TFRHHHII BHA99
9
FINAL ENTRY (IRE) (34) 0/64-314
5
11-8
B g Galileo (IRE) - Snow Queen (IRE) Jack Tudor Midd Shire Racing David Pipe, Wellington Br Barronstown Stud B G Middleton Developments Ltd, W & S Recycling
TIMEFORMVIEWDoubled his career/Newton Abbot tally when narrow winner in first-time visor in June. Seemed anchored by a 4lb rise more than anything when a respectable fourth in a C&D handicap since and he may have to settle for a minor role again. TFRHHHII BHA98
10
ATREIDES (IRE) (34) U2-6353
8
B or Br g Califet (FR) - Wind And Reign (IRE) The Chancers Partnership Br Mr Paul McKeon
11-8
Laurie Gallacher (10) Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
TIMEFORMVIEWWon back-to-back small-field handicap chase contests in December and in good heart of late, posting a creditable third of 6 over 2 1/2m here 34 days ago. Has first start over hurdles since 2024/25 campaign under a jockey having first ride over jumps today. TFRHHHII BHA98
11
KENZO DES BRUYERES (FR) (26) 445-05P
Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - Omance (FR) Miss Jayne Brace Br Mr G. Thomas & EARL Ecurie Des Mottes
6
11-7
James Bowen Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest Adept Grp Cabinets Ltd, Fairplay Exchange
TIMEFORMVIEWDual point winner who shaped quite well on his last 2 starts over hurdles. However, has made an inauspicious start over fences (well backed first 2 starts) this summer. Needs the return to hurdling to spark a revival equipped with a first-time visor. TFRHHHII BHA97
12
BARRY FIFE (IRE) (28) 2/0-35P3
7
Ch g Mahler - Champagne Mega (IRE) You Can Be Sure Br Catherine & Simon O’Meara
11-7
Sam Twiston-Davies Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced 7-y-o who stopped the slide to some extent with first-time blinkers enlisted when third in a C&D handicap 4 weeks ago. However, his overall record hardly suggests he’ll build on that with a visor now the headgear of choice. TFRHHIII BHA97
13
THE GREAT ESCAPE (IRE) (34) 000P-61 CD
B g Getaway (GER) - Gift of Freedom (IRE) The Great Escape Three Br Gestut Etzean U.H.-H.Rodenburg
6
11-6
Richie McLernon Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group
TIMEFORMVIEWRelatively lightly-raced 6-y-o who has saved his best for this venue, capitalising on a much-reduced mark when opening his account in a C&D handicap 5 weeks ago. Raised 2lb on the back of that and he’s well worth considering again. TFRHHHHH BHA96
14
MANCERO (FR) (28) 2-41P21 CD
4
11-2
B g Storm The Stars (USA) - Arbequina (IRE) W Frewen & Lady Coe Br Isabelle Buzogany & Gilbert Nihotte
Sean Bowen David Pipe, Wellington
15
6
TIMEFORMVIEWBuilding up a good record around here (form figures now 121) when running out a convincing winner of a C&D handicap 4 weeks TFRHHHHI BHA98 ago. Interesting Sean Bowen retains the ride and this 4-y-o looks another live player from a 5lb higher mark.
IKIGAI STAR (IRE) (34) 5533-P3
Br g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Mi Raccomando The Ikigai Partnership Br Effevi SRL
11-1
David Bass Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton The Injured Jockeys Fund
TIMEFORMVIEWInconsistent since winning at Huntingdon in May last year, though he did fare better than of late when 2 lengths third of 6 behind The Great Escape in a C&D handicap 5 weeks ago. Hasn’t had many goes over staying trips if he can build on that. TFRHHHII BHA91
FARHH ECHO (IRE) (122) 40P000-
B g Farhh - Dulcet (IRE) Mrs G. Morgan Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
5
10-9
Liam Harrison D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame in maiden over 2m here last summer but has offered little in handicaps since. Steps up in trip on the back of a break (also tongue tied) with work to do. TFRHIIII BHA85
17
SIMS’ LAW (IRE) (67) P0P-0
5
Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Balvenie (IRE) Phoenix Legends Br Seamus Kennedy
10-2
Benjamin Macey (5) Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Not badly bred by any means but showed nothing in his qualifying hurdle runs and fared no better switched to handicaps at Uttoxeter (2 1/2m, good to soft) in June. Tongue strap goes on following a 67-day layoff. TFRHHIII BHA68 2025: JULLOU DE GRISSAY (FR) 6 11 10 Mr James King 22-1 (Max Comley) 12 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 17 Blinkers worn first time by No. 6. Visor worn first time by No. 11, 12. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 16, 17. Blinkers worn by No. 14. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 6. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 9, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1,7, 8, 16. Stewards Note: CINNODIN: Following its run on 23/6/2026 it was reported that the horse lost its action. REDBRIDGE RAMBLER: Following its run on 18/7/2026 it was reported that the horse did not jump fluently. FARHH ECHO: Following its run on 19/4/2026 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a faller. 27
RACE SEVEN
16
Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Mancero (FR), 6-1 The Great Escape (IRE), 7-1 Stiletto (GB), 14-1 Cinnodin (GB), Fiskardo (IRE), Final Entry (IRE), 16-1 Redbridge Rambler (IRE), 18-1 Back In The Bay (IRE), Mistral Blue (GB), Ikigai Star (IRE), 22-1 Kenzo des Bruyeres (FR), 25-1 Atreides (IRE), Barry Fife (IRE), 28-1 Betty’s Tiara (GB), 66-1 Sims’ Law (IRE), 100-1 Farhh Echo (IRE)
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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 5.02 - THE COPYBET BOG NOW FOR YORK TOMORROW HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Chase Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4700 to the winning horse The second to receive £2162, the third £1081, the fourth £541 and the fifth £269. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £44 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £44 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 17th. Penalties, after August 8th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Copybet 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. 14 entries, 1 at £44 and 13 at £44. - Closed August 13th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3595; Second £1797; Third £899; Fourth £449; Fifth £224. (Penalty Value £4700.09) Weights lowered 2lb. SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 5.33 - THE COPYBET PAY FIRST PAST THE POST HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (ARC Summer Chase Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, August 13th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 17th. Penalties, after August 8th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. Copybet 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. 13 entries at £30. - Closed August 13th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 6.03 - THE COPYBET SUPPORT SAFER GAMBLING MARES’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Series Qualifier) (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 maiden three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, August 13th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 17th. Weights: 3-y-o 10st 2lb; 4-y-o 11st 4lb 5-y-o and up 11st 7lb. Copybet 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. Horses which have been placed in the first six in this race, will be eligible to enter The ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Series Final (A Novices’ Handicap Hurdle) to be run over a distance of 2m 4f at Worcester on 25th September, 2026. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in the Final if it has run a minimum of three times in Hurdle Races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 14 of the Weights and Handicapping Code. 20 entries at £50. - Closed August 13th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 6.38 - THE COPYBET FOR PREMIER LEAGUE PROFIT BOOSTS NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, August 13th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 17th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. Copybet 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. Horses which have been placed in the first six in this race, will be eligible to enter The ARC Summer Novices’ Brush Hurdle Series Final (A Novices’ Handicap Hurdle) to be run over a distance of 2m 4f at Worcester on 25th September, 2026. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in the Final if it has run a minimum of three times in Hurdle Races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 14 of the Weights and Handicapping Code. 19 entries at £50. - Closed August 13th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 7.08 - THE COPYBET FOLLOW US ON X HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, August 13th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 17th. Penalties, after August 8th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Copybet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they 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. 17 entries at £30. - Closed August 13th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 7.38 - THE COPYBET FOLLOW US ON X HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, August 13th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 17th. Penalties, after August 8th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Copybet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they 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. 17 entries at £30. - Closed August 13th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 8.08 - THE COPYBET OVERNIGHT BEST ODDS GUARANTEED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3247 to the winning horse The second to receive £1494, the third £747, the fourth £373 and the fifth £186. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. Enter by noon, August 13th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 17th. Penalties, after August 8th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. Copybet have kindly sponsored this race and a memento will be presented to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize will be given to the person who is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 26 entries at £30. - Closed August 13th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2484; Second £1242; Third £621; Fourth £311; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3247.81) SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. 31