Ascot - Saturday 17th January

Welcome

Welcome to our first race meeting of 2026, the BetMGM Clarence House Chase Raceday.

Today is the middle leg of the second annual Berkshire Winter Million, a three-day event held in partnership with our neighbours at Royal Windsor Racecourse. The feature is the BetMGM Clarence House Chase, always one of the highlights in the calendar and the first Grade 1 of the year in Britain.

Last year’s winner Jonbon is back for Nicky Henderson and he bids to join Un De Sceaux and Master Minded as a multiple winner of the race. Il Etait Temps from the Willie Mullins stable will prove stern opposition though and let’s hope that we are treated to a similar spectacle as in 2022 when Shishkin and Energumene served up one of the all-time great duels for those same two trainers. The progressive Thistle Ask and Gidleigh Park complete the small but select field.

Other highlights on the card include the Grade 2 BetMGM Warfield Hurdle and an intriguing BetMGM Juvenile Hurdle which last year launched the British career of subsequent Grade 1 winner Lulamba. The bet365 Handicap Chase has been won by the likes of Dashel Drasher and Cyrname in the past.

In total there is £435,000 in prize money across the seven races and we would like to thank BetMGM for their continued generous sponsorship of this raceday as well as bet365 for their support

If you would like to meet a former Clarence House Chase winner then head over to the Cedar Tree Lawn to see our new Jumps season Equine Ambassador, Editeur Du Gite. ‘Eddie’ won this race in 2023 when it was held at Cheltenham, and he is giving Side Glance, our year-round Equine Ambassador since 2023, a well-earned rest over the winter months

Our next meeting is the Betfair Ascot Chase Raceday on Saturday 14th February We hope to welcome you back then.

Yours sincerely,

Sir Francis Brooke Bt.

His Majesty’s Representative & Chairman

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1st Race 12.25pm

RACING PAGES

Your guide to all of today’s races

The BetMGM Juvenile Hurdle Race

Our opener is a Juvenile hurdle which is designed solely for four-year-olds in order to allow the younger horses to gain valuable experience by racing against each other before taking on their older, more battlehardened rivals Initially every runner in this two-mile hurdle is allotted 11st (fillies 10st 7lb), before previous winners are given a penalty.

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2nd Race 1.00pm

The BetMGM Handicap Steeple Chase

This handicap steeple chase for five-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 140 is run over three miles. In a handicap, the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating, which is based on their level of form shown so far. The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher-rated horses to carry more weight than a lower-rated rival.

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3rd Race 1.40pm

The BetMGM Warfield Mares’ Hurdle Race (Grade 2)

Grade 2 races are high class contests and only bettered by a Grade 1, so expect to see some top-notch fillies and mares lining up and possibly some Cheltenham Festival contenders. Initially, the weights in this two miles hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards are allocated on the basis of age, before penalties are awarded to horses which have won above a certain level prior to taking part here. These range from 4lb for a Premier Handicap/Grade 3 victory to 6lb for a Grade 2 or Grade 1 success

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4th Race 2.20pm

The bet365 Handicap Steeple Chase

Our fourth race is another handicap, this time for steeple chasers aged five-years-old and upwards, run over two miles and about five furlongs To qualify for a handicap rating, horses must have won a race, been placed twice or raced at least three times in order for the handicapper to gauge the level of form

shown. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap In simple terms, a horse rated 150 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 145.

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5th Race 2.53pm

The BetMGM Holloway’s Handicap Hurdle Race

The next race this afternoon is a two mile, three furlong handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards. As all handicaps throughout the day, the weight that each runner carries is determined by their official handicap rating.

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6th Race 3.30pm

The BetMGM Clarence House Chase (Grade 1)

The feature race this afternoon is a Grade 1 steeple chase for five-year-olds and upwards to be run over two miles and about one furlong. Grade 1 races are the equivalent of the Premier League in football - quite simply there is no higher level, so these types of races usually attract the crème de la crème from Britain and Ireland and occasionally France. There are no penalties in a Grade 1 race so the weights are allocated on the basis of age and sex.

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7th Race 4.05pm

The BetMGM EBF ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race (Qualifier)

As the title suggests, novice races tend to be for younger horses that are still learning their way over hurdles or fences, allowing them to compete against each other before graduating up the ranks. This race differs slightly from a standard novice event in that it is restricted to horses that have been specifically bred for National Hunt racinghorses that have previously run on the Flat are barred from taking part This two mile and about five and a half furlong hurdle race is for horses aged four to seven, which are E.B.F eligible and have not won more than two hurdle races

Off the track

MEET A RACEHORSE

Jumps legend and Ascot Equine Ambassador, Editeur Du Gite will be here today on the Cedar Tree Lawn so do pop along to say hello

GOLDEN GUESS

Correctly guess the winner of The BetMGM Clarence House Chase at 3.30pm to be in with a chance of winning tickets for an upcoming raceday. Winners also receive a bottle of Moët & Chandon Impérial Champagne. Scan here to take part, over 18s only

ASCOT SUPPORTS SENSORY ROOM

For u16s with neuro-diverse conditions who need a calm space. To speak with one of our sensory room assistants and/or to check the room is attended, simply call 07974 417253

ASCOT SHOP

Visit the Ascot Shop to browse exclusive collections, on-the-day essentials and perfect gifts and mementos. If you are feeling chilly check out the range of beanies, scarves and gloves.

SOFT PLAY

Little ones can climb, crawl and have plenty of fun in our soft play area.

Today’s sponsors

Ascot would like to take this opportunity to thank today’s race sponsors for their generous support.

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Ascot would like to thank all our 2026 race sponsors:

• Ascot Underwriting Ltd

• bet365

• Betfair

• BetMGM

• Charbonnel et Walker

• Darley

• David Keen

• European Breeders Fund

• Grundon Waste Management

• John Guest Racing Ltd

• Juddmonte

• Ladbrokes

• Molton Brown

• Palmer & Co Champagne

• Property Race Day

• Naas Racecourse

• Victoria Racing Club

Car Park 1

Key to symbols

Entry Point Cash Machine

Cloakroom & Left Luggage Grandstand Entrances

King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers are invited to enjoy facilities on Level 4 of the Grandstand.

LK Bennett Boutique

Taxi Drop Off Point

Sunflower Lawn Soft Play

Ascot Shop

Meet Editeur Du Gite (Gates open to 14:00)

Ascot Racecourse Supports Sensory Room

Wristbands

Lost Child/Person

Free wristbands are available from all entrances for children and vulnerable racegoers to aid with a lost child/person. If this situation does arise, racegoers are encouraged to contact the nearest steward who will assist.

Over 18 Wristbands

Ascot operates a strict over 18+ policy for the purchase of alcohol or betting. Racegoers over 18 can collect an 18+ wristband from any entrance or the information desk on the Grandstand Concourse with photographic proof of age.

Where to eat & drink

KING EDWARD VII ENCLOSURE

Please note that the following outlets are located on Level 4 and are exclusively available to King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers.

CASUAL DINING ON THE GO

Horsewalk Bar & Kitchen by Silent Pool Gin

Choose from a classic burger, piri piri chicken, Moroccan spiced falafel or scampi & chips

Also available is the Hot Apple Toddy, a warming blend of Silent Pool Gin, apple juice, star anise, cinnamon & ginger

BARS

Bit & Bridle Cocktail Bar

Select from a delightful range of warming winter cocktails specially developed for the Jumps season here at Ascot. Alcohol free options available.

Serving seasonal coffees presented by Lavazza, assorted teas and gourmet hot chocolate alongside soup, sausage rolls and a range of sandwiches and cakes

Named after the Godolphin colt that won two King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes in a row, this bar serves a selection of Champagne, beer, wine, spirits and soft drinks.

If you have an allergy or intolerance, please speak to a member of our catering team before you order or purchase any food or drink

Where to eat & drink

QUEEN ANNE ENCLOSURE

King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers are also welcome to visit the Queen Anne Enclosure, where these outlets and more can be found.

ON THE GO

Front Runner Grill

Enjoy a selection of smashed burgers at one of Ascot’s most popular eateries, located on the Concourse, a stone’s throw from the Parade Ring with great access to trackside.

BARS

Choisir

This bar, celebrating the Australian sprinter who won two races in four days at Royal Ascot, serves a range of Champagne, wine, beer and spirits with alcohol-free options also on offer

Pizza & Co

Treat yourself to a delicious pizza made with authentic Italian dough and a choice of toppings Located on the Concourse close to Grandstand Entrance D.

Dubai Millennium

Premium alcohol-free lager, Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0%, is available on draught here today. Crafted with the same unmistakable Italian style, it delivers the crisp, refreshing taste of Peroni Nastro Azzurro - without the alcohol.

How to read the racing pages

3 PIC D’ORHY (FR) (35)

B g Turgeon (USA) - Rose Candy (FR) (Roli Abi (FR))

Owner: Mrs Johnny de la Hey

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: Mr J. Contou Carrere & Mr Y. Broca

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 11 10

Form: 1121-12 CD BF

Sponsor: Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Has won four hurdle races and eight chases from 1m 7f to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 1 3/4l by Banbridge when second of 5 at 5-2jt-fav on his latest outing in the Grade 2 Coral Silviniaco Conti Chase at Kempton over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month.

1. Owner’s silks (illustration)

2. Colour of horse

B = Bay

Br = Brown

Ch = Chestnut

Gr = Grey

Ro = Roan

3. Horse’s number on saddle cloth

4. Sex of horse

c = colt f = filly g = gelding h = horse m = mare

5. Horse’s name

6. Sire (Father)

7. Dam (Mother)

8. Damsire (Grandfather)

9. Birthplace of horse (if not Great Britain)

10. Number of days since last run

11. Form guide

12. Breeder

13. Trainer(s)

14. Owner(s)

15. Age of horse

16. Horse’s sponsor details

17. Previous performances

/ = Denotes new season

– = Denotes new year

B = Brought down

F = Fell

P = Pulled up

U = Unseated rider

18. Timeform Star Rating

19. Form details

C = Course winner

D = Distance winner

CD = Has won a race over the same distance at Ascot before.

C D = Won a race at Ascot before but over a different distance. They have also won over today’s trip at another course.

BF = Finished beaten favourite on their previous run.

Official BHA Rating 162

20. Weight (stones/pounds)

21. Official BHA Rating

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 penalties and 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 non-handicapped races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change in rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating. For novice steeple chasers, their 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.

22. Jockey’s name and photo If there is a number next to the name, this indicates that the jockey can claim that amount in weight (lbs) off the stated riding weight.

Official Partners, Sponsors & Suppliers

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12 .2 5PM

THE BETMG M

JUVENILE HURDLE RACE

(CLA SS 3) (GBB RACE )

About two miles (1m 7f 157yds) (Approx. 3,200 metres)

For juvenile four year olds

Advertised Total Prize Fund £25000 Owners Prize Money: 1st £10433, 2nd £5218, 3rd £2608, 4th £1305. (Penalty Value £13615)

See page 54 for conditions of this race.

BetMGM will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey as well as £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

1 BRAV E GUE ST (IRE) (2 1)

B g Rumble Inthejungle (IRE) - Society Guest (IRE) (Society Rock (IRE))

Owner: Miss Sheena West

Trainer: Sheena West, Lewes

Breeder: John Guest Racing Ltd

RACE FINISH RACE START

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 0

Form: 22

Sponsor: Southdowns Unleashed

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden on the Flat for Jack Channon but has made a promising start to his hurdles career, much improved from his hurdling bow when second in a 9-runner juvenile at Kempton (16f, good) 3 weeks ago. This is typically a hot race, however.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 109

2 DOWN TO BUSINE SS (GB) (3 1)

Gr g Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Faay (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE))

Owner: Mr K. McKenna

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 0

Form: 3 BF

Sponsor: Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat (stays 1 1/4m) in Ireland for Andrew Oliver. Looks the part for hurdling and made a promising start when staying-on third in a well-run 2m juvenile at Newbury last month, yet to be asked for effort when mistake 3 out Sure to improve in first-time tongue tie for top yard TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

3 ELMAN (IRE) (2 2)

Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Eldama (IRE) (Siyouni (FR))

Owner: Cheeky Pups Syndicate

Trainer: Denis G. Hogan, Ireland

Breeder: His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 0

Form: F

TIMEFORM VIEW Dam half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stayed 19f) Elishpour. Fair maiden on Flat for John Patrick Murtagh and was weakening when falling 2 out on hurdle/stable debut (100/1) at Limerick on Boxing Day. Has work to do in this company. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -

4 ENZIYA (IRE) (18)

Gr g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Eshtiya (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE))

Owner: Pickard Racing Club

Trainer: Kevin Pickard, Umberleigh

Breeder: Ballygallon Stud Limited

Horse Age: 4

Form: 50F

Weight: 11 0

Sponsor: Pickard Homes Solutions Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner up to 1 3/4m on Flat in Ireland. Highly tried in his both completed starts over hurdles (had wind surgery in-between) prior to falling early at Taunton last time. Looks one for handicaps/longer trips

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -

5 FLA SH MAN (FR) (6 4)

B g The Grey Gatsby (IRE) - Dubai Empress (IRE) (Dubawi (IRE))

Owner: MorningStar Racing

Trainer: Toby Lawes, Beare Green

Breeder: Yvette & Henri-Alex Pantall

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 0

Form:

Sponsor: Lawmens Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful on Flat (stays 1 1/2m) in France, winner twice in 2025 but down the field on final start for H-A Pantall. Sold privately for €38,000 later in November and market can guide expectations on stable/hurdle debut

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -

6

GENEALOGY (GB) (2 1)

B g Wootton Bassett - Musical Art (IRE) (Dutch Art)

Owner: Mr Justin Carthy

Trainer: Denis G. Hogan, Ireland

Breeder: Highclere Stud

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 0

Form: 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful 1m Flat winner as juvenile for Aidan O’Brien. Shaped as if better for the run on hurdle/stable debut when 80/1 eighth in a 19-runner juvenile at Leopardstown (16f, good) last month, not given hard time. Likely to improve at some stage and one to note if market vibes are positive.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -

7 MACSHADOW DES CRAI (FR) (35)

B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Unerose (FR) (Voix du Nord (FR))

Owner: Million in Mind Partnership

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: Mr R. Lemaitre

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 0 Form: 3-446

Sponsor: Goffs UK Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW French form has some merit (reached the frame in bumpers/juvenile hurdle for M.Seror) and he was given a sympathetic ride on reappearance/stable debut when sixth in the Triumph Trial at Cheltenham last time. Remains with potential for leading yard TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

8 NOVELISTA (IRE) (106)

Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Asyad (IRE) (New Approach (IRE))

Owner: Bryce - Turner

Trainer: Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Al Shaqab Racing

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 0 Form:

Sponsor: Warren Greatrex Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to fair 17f hurdle winner Migdam. Dam half-sister to fairly useful hurdler Lyric Street Fairly useful on Flat (stays 2 1/4m), won Class 2 handicap at Goodwood last season. Sold from Charlie Johnston 165,000 gns in October and he’s one to note on hurdles bow for new connections. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -

9 TA LAKAN (FR) (6 8)

B g Golden Horn - Taniya (FR) (High Chaparral (IRE))

Owner: Rosser Amin Racing

Trainer: Toby Lawes, Beare Green

Breeder: Aga Khan Studs

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 0

Form:

Sponsor: Lawmens Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Dam, useful winner up to 11f on Flat in France, half-sister to useful hurdler Tegerek Fairly useful on Flat in France, won 14f maiden on final outing for Francis-Henri Graffard. Sold for €40,000 later in November and betting should offer plenty of clues with yard also saddling Flash Man.

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -

10 WINSTO N JUNIOR (IRE) (35)

B g Churchill (IRE) - Kimblewick (IRE) (Iffraaj)

Owner: Bartlett & Carthy

Trainer: Faye Bramley, Lambourn

Breeder: Grenane House Stud

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 11 0

Form: 22

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful maiden on Flat (stays 13f) for Jessica Harrington in Ireland and has made a very encouraging start to his hurdle career, improving from his Fontwell second when runner-up in the Triumph Trial at Cheltenham, finishing with running left having pulled hard/met trouble. Sets the standard here.

TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 124

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4. Running for the first time since Gelding No 8.

Stewards Note:

BRAVE GUEST: Following its run on 27/12/2025 it was reported that the horse lost its right-fore shoe. DOWN TO BUSINESS: Following its run on 17/12/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free.

WINSTON JUNIOR: Following its run on 13/12/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too freely 2025: LULAMBA (FR) 4 11 10 Nico de Boinville 4-5 (Nicky Henderson) 7 ran

BETTING FORECAST:

Correct as of 4.00pm 16/01/26

11-10 Winston Junior (IRE), 10-3 Down To Business (GB), 4-1 Novelista (IRE), 8-1 Macshadow des Crai (FR), 9-1 Brave Guest (IRE), 18-1 Talakan (FR),33-1 Elman (IRE), Genealogy(GB), 50-1 Flash Man (FR), 100-1 Enziya (IRE)

TIMEFORM SUMMARY

In a race usually worth noting, WINSTON JUNIOR can cement a highly encouraging start to his hurdles career, having caught the eye when second in the Triumph Trial at Cheltenham last month. Down To Business shaped with plenty of promise on his hurdle debut and looks sure to improve for the Skelton yard, while ex-French recruit Macshadow des Crai is expected to take a step forward from his UK debut run behind Winston Junior.

1. WINSTON JUNIOR (IRE) 2. DOWN TO BUSINESS 3. MACSHADOW DES CRAI (FR)

10 WINSTON JUNIOR

Trainer: Faye Bramley

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

Jockey: Harry Cobden

The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly. And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British. Majority funded by the HBLB.

Three-Year social impact funding updates

Since 2017, Ascot Racecourse has partnered with Berkshire Community Foundation which oversees a grant funding programme for us with a focus on children and mental health. Currently, we donate £50,000 pa to support various charity/community projects In 2025, that funding helped almost 2,000 beneficiaries As part of this programme, in 2024 we made a commitment to support three chosen charities with grant funding of £10,000 each pa. We are pleased to report the following outcomes to date:

TOGETHER AS ONE, SLOUGH: BOOST

Boost is an innovative mental health project led by Together As One and the Specialist Community Team within CAMHS This initiative is designed to assist young people who are struggling with their mental health while waiting for therapy.

Year Two outcomes: Over the past year, 28 young people were referred to Boost, with 23 achieving their goal-based outcomes. This included a range of tangible improvements in their lives, such as young people who had previously felt unable to leave their homes beginning to reconnect with others, and those who had struggled to attend school returning to lessons and daily routines Alongside this, 26 young people successfully transitioned into CAMHS therapy, demonstrating that Boost not only supports young people while they wait, but also helps build confidence, resilience, and readiness for clinical intervention. The project was awarded “best partnership” at the One Slough Awards and has featured as an example of best practice in a national report by Rethink Mental Illness

SPORT IN MIND, READING: EXPANSION OF SERVICES

Sport in Mind (SIM) is the UK’s leading mental health sports charity, delivering physical activity sessions in partnership with the NHS to aid recovery, promote mental wellbeing, improve physical health, combat social isolation and empower people to move their lives forward in a positive direction.

outcomes This with who to lessons and routines 26 CAMHS practice in Illness. Bracknell,

Year Two outcomes: Sport sessions have taken place across Bracknell, Maidenhead and Reading offering non-competitive, inclusive and pressure-free environments for young people. In Reading, multi-sport sessions have engaged sixth form students to volunteer and provide peer support, consistency and encouragement to help younger participant’s motivation and comfort levels

LEARNING TO WORK, SLOUGH: CREATING OUR FUTURE VOLUNTEERS

Learning to Work is an educational charity set up to facilitate links between education and the world of work to help prepare young people for their future. Many initiatives ensure young people at all levels are supported to navigate their career path journey and develop the skills to be successful. The Charity delivers the Ascot Supports’ Community Challenge programme; an inter-school challenge centred around teamwork and fostering positive change within our local communities

Year Two outcomes: In addition to raising significant funds for chosen charities, students will develop the ethos of giving back whilst offering them a platform to hone critical skills, deepen their understanding of community whilst cultivating a sense of compassion and social responsibility. The finals of this year’s competition will be held later this month at the racecourse with the winning school invited to host a fundraising stall at the February raceday.

understanding cultivating

1.00PM

THE BETMG M

HANDICAP ST EEPLE CHA SE

(CLA SS 3) (GBB RACE )

About three miles (2m 7f 185yds) (Approx. 4,800 metres)

For five year olds and upwards

Advertised Total Prize Fund £20000. Owners Prize Money: 1st £8078, 2nd £4038, 3rd £2020, 4th £1010, 5th £504 (Penalty Value £10562) Weights raised 3lb and Paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

See page 55 for conditions of this race.

BetMGM will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey as well as £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

1

OUTLAW PETER (IRE) (7 2)

B g Mustameet (USA) - My Katie (IRE) (Classic Cliche (IRE))

Owner: The Stewart Family,Dench,Ferguson&Mason

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: Louis Robinson

RACE FINISH

RACE START

Horse Age: 10 Weight: 12 0

Form: 112/05-3 BF

Sponsor: Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a fruitful first campaign over fences but raced only twice last season and turned in a lacklustre effort when last of 3 at Newbury on return. Bit to prove now for all he’s in excellent hands TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 137

2 IS SA M (FR) (2 8)

B g Nicaron (GER) - Venus de Re (FR) (Network (GER))

Owner: Lady Gibbings

Trainer: Tom Symonds, Hentland

Breeder: Yvon Madiot, Herve Tison & Pauline Tison

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 12 0

Form: 6312-13

Sponsor: Gun Dog Gin Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 2-3 over fences when seeing off 5 rivals on Wetherby reappearance (19f, soft) in November Upped in grade and progressed again when third from 5lb higher at this venue (18.8f) Lot depends on whether he sees this trip out TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 137

3 WELCOM TO CARTRIES (FR) (4 3)

B g No Risk At All (FR) - Nasou (FR) (Kaldounevees (FR))

Owner: Mrs Johnny de la Hey

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: T. Eluard & G. Eluard

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 11

Form: 0/442-61 C D

Sponsor: Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler and similar standard over larger obstacles, leaving his reappearance run in his wake when prevailing in a narrow finish at Sandown (24.2f) 6 weeks ago. Definite possibilities with a repeat having been nudged up 4lb. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 134

4 IN D’OR (FR) (4 3)

B g Nidor (FR) - La Dauvilla (FR) (Seattle Dancer (USA))

Owner: Mrs J. May

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: Mr C. Magnien & Mr J. Magnien

Horse Age: 8

Weight: 11 11

Form: 01136-3 CD

Sponsor: BresBet

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved for switch to fences last term, winning twice prior to a good third at Sandown. Early mistake didn’t help but still performed well when sixth of 18 upped to 3 3/4m in the National Hunt Challenge Cup at Cheltenham and having changed yards for £220,000, he shaped promisingly on stable debut. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 134

5 THE JUKEB OX KID (IRE) (35)

B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Baraza (IRE) (Kalanisi (IRE))

Owner: The Sixsmiths Overlords

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: Brandon View Stud

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 7

Form: 1/13-14 D BF

Sponsor: Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW One from 2 over hurdles and he made a big splash when successful on handicap chase debut at Carlisle (20.9f) in November, impressing with how he jumped/travelled. Didn’t look so potent back left-handed when fourth at Cheltenham (25.2f) since but looks well worth another chance. TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 130

6 KAP VERT (FR) (2 1)

Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - Tavera (FR) (Turgeon (USA))

Owner: If The Kap Fits

Trainer: Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead

Breeder: Mrs Henri Devin

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 4

Form: 6-02013 BF

Sponsor: Teresa Davis Sporting Artist

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler who looked a natural when making a successful debut over fences at Taunton last month, his sound jumping having his rivals under pressure a long way out Up 8lb and subsequent Kempton third was another good effort TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 127

7 CHAVEZ (IRE) (3 86)

B g Yeats (IRE) - Rock The Baby (IRE) (Waveney (UAE))

Owner: Mr Malcolm C. Denmark

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: Declan Phelan

Horse Age: 10 Weight: 11 4 Form: 1/55FP/0- C

Sponsor: Leaflet Company Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Big-fieldmaidenchasewinnerforWillieMullinsinJanuary2023 Lightlyracedandessentiallydisappointing in handicaps since for this yard Off a further 12 months and joined another excellent yard but he has plenty to prove TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 127

8 LAGA NHILL (GB) (49)

B g Kayf Tara - No Pushover (Scorpion (IRE))

Owner: The Fast Cast

Trainer: Henry Daly, Ludlow

Breeder: R. F. and S. D. Knipe

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 3 Form: 1103-42

Sponsor: Humphrey Butler Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Pretty useful dual winner as novice hurdler last season and made a positive start to his chase career in November, pulling clear ofthe rest whensecondof8 at Bangor (3m, heavy)latterly. Opento further progress, particularly as he’s unexposed over this sort of trip. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 126

9 EYED (GB) (49)

B g Kayf Tara - One Gulp (Hernando (FR))

Owner: Mr Martin Hughes

Trainer: Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley

Breeder: R. J. McAlpine

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 11 0 Form: 1224-20 D

Sponsor: Old Oak Holdings Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved over fences for this yard last season, winning 3 times Held his form well after and made an encouraging return back over hurdles at Kempton. Never looked that happy in a soundly-run race back over fences at Newbury, making mistakes TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 123

10 MO NTRE GA RD (FR) (2 1)

Ch g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Protektion (FR) (Protektor (GER))

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Trainer: Tom Lacey, Woolhope

Breeder: Guy Cherel

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 13

Form: 3PP-11P CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Reacted well to a first-time visor when back to winning ways at Worcester in May and followed up in decisive fashion 7 months later over this C&D Reportedly has irregular heartbeat when pulling up in hat-trick attempt at Kempton 3 weeks ago. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 122

11 MINELLA BLUEWAY (IRE) (4 2)

B g Champs Elysees - Final Episode (IRE) (Definite Article)

Owner: Mrs Janet Davies

Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Breeder: Sean Collins & John Fitzpatrick

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 11

Form: 2011-P3 D

Sponsor: Prysg Cyf

TIMEFORM VIEW Benefited from application of cheekpieces when ending last term with wins at Ludlow and Uttoxeter. Ran better than on this season’s return when third at Chepstow (23.6f, good to soft) 42 days ago and he could take another step forward fitness-wise. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 120

Visor worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 11.

Stewards Note:

Sam Twiston-Davies

KAP VERT: Following its run on 27/12/2025 it was reported that the horse made a mistake. MONTREGARD: Following its run on 27/12/2025 it was reported that the horse had an irregular heartbeat. 2025: IN D’OR (FR) 7 10 13 Mr David Maxwell 2-1 (Venetia Williams) 5 ran

BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 4.00pm 16/01/26

11-4 The Jukebox Kid (IRE), 3-1 In d’Or (FR), 4-1 Welcom To Cartries (FR), 13-2 Laganhill (GB), 8-1 Issam (FR), 10-1 Kap Vert (FR), 11-1 Eyed (GB), 12-1 Montregard (FR), 22-1 Minella Blueway (IRE), 28-1 Outlaw Peter (IRE), 50-1 Chavez (IRE)

TIMEFORM SUMMARY

Having created a very favourable impression on chase debut at Carlisle, THE JUKEBOX KID didn’t look at home going left-handed at Cheltenham last month but returned to this configuration, he’s well worth another chance. Laganhill has a bigger performance in him over fences so is feared most, though In d’Or is expected to step up on last month’s reappearance.

1. THE JUKEBOX KID (IRE)

2. LAGANHILL

3. IN D’OR (FR)

RACING POST SMART VIEW – HIGHEST RANKED HORSE

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Trainer: Paul Nicholls

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1. 40PM

THE BETMG M

WA RFIELD MARE S’ HURDLE RACE

(CLA SS 1) (GRADE 2) (GBB RACE )

About two miles (1m 7f 157yds) (Approx. 3,200 metres)

For four year old and upwards fillies and mares

Advertised Total Prize Fund £60000 Owners Prize Money: 1st £26148, 2nd £10734, 3rd £5370, 4th £2682, 5th £1344. (Penalty Value £34170) A

See page 55 for conditions of this race.

BetMGM will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey as well as £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

1 JOYE USE (FR) (2 8)

Gr m No Risk At All (FR) - Virfolette (FR) (Denham Red (FR))

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: Francois-Xavier Lefeuvre & Domnine de Ch

Horse Age: 7

Weight: 11 6 Form: 160-220 D

RACE FINISH RACE START

TIMEFORM VIEW French bumper winner who developed into a useful hurdler last term, the highlight when winning the William Hill Hurdle at Newbury Failed to fire in 2 runs over fences but wasn’t seen to best effect back hurdling in a premier C&D handicap 4 weeks ago, shuffled back home turn. Better expected here. TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 138

2 NURSE SUSAN (FR) (14)

Ch m Doctor Dino (FR) - Hembra (FR) (Croco Rouge (IRE))

Owner: Mr Colm Donlon

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Mr Gaetan Gilles

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 11 6

Form: 1/00-011 D

Sponsor:Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)

TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner during 2023/24 campaign and firmly back in the groove this season, supplementing her Cheltenham handicap success in 6-runner Listed event at Sandown (19.8f) a fortnight ago. Good claims in hat-trick bid if she continues to stand up to her racing. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 140

3 LA CONQUIERE (FR) (49)

B m Le Havre (IRE) - Montebella (FR) (Montjeu (IRE))

Owner: Spurrier, Slemeck, Henriques & Co

Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Breeder: Franklin Finance & S. Vidal & E. Ribard

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 4

Form: 22-11 D

Sponsor: BetVictor

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful in bumpers and has looked good prospect both starts over hurdles, winning mares maiden at Uttoxeter (15.8f) and Listed mares novice at Newbury (16.3f). Seems sure to go on to better things TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 128

4 OO H BETTY (IRE) (37 )

B m Westerner - On The Prairie (IRE) (Definite Article)

Owner: Butler, Langford, Paterson & Tory

Trainer: Ben Clarke, Corscombe

Breeder: Miss Hannah Cashman

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 2

Form: 303-000 D

Sponsor: Tote, Ben Clarke Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged 2m handicaps at Sandown and Kempton last season and largely in good nick after. However, has returned from 6 months off with a pair of below-par efforts and has a bit to prove now.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 130

5 SUNSET MARQUE SA (IRE) (14)

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Be My Sunset (IRE) (Bob Back (USA))

Owner: The Wychwood Partnership

Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Breeder: Mr I. McGrath

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 2

Form: 61F-314 D

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who notched a third success over hurdles in a 19.8f mares ’ handicap at Sandown last month. Seemed to excel herself up in grade when 4 lengths fourth of 6 to the reopposing Nurse Susan in Listed event there a fortnight ago, losing third close home. 4lb better off with that rival here. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 130

Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 5. 2025: TAKE NO CHANCES (IRE) 7 11 6 Kielan Woods 13-2 (Dan Skelton) 7 ran

BETTING FORECAST:

Correct as of 4.00pm 16/01/26

13-8 La Conquiere (FR), 11-4 Nurse Susan (FR), 7-2 Joyeuse (FR), 6-1 Sunset Marquesa (IRE), 11-1 Ooh Betty (IRE)

TIMEFORM SUMMARY

JOYEUSE is still on a bit of a revival mission, but she wasn’t seen to best effect (shuffled back home turn) in a high-end C&D handicap on most recent outing and looks interesting on these terms back against her own sex. La Conquiere has won both her hurdle starts with something up her sleeve and looks sure to go on improving now stepping up further in grade, with fellow hat-trick seeker Nurse Susan also commanding plenty of respect.

1. JOYEUSE (FR)

LA CONQUIERE (FR)

NURSE SUSAN (FR)

2 NURSE SUSAN

Trainer: Dan Skelton

Jockey: Harry Skelton

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Haydock Park

2.00PM

THE SKY BET PETER MARSH

HANDICAP ST EEPLE CHA SE (CLA SS 1)

(PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE )

Three miles about one and a half furlongs (3m 1f 125yds) (Approx. 5,100 metres)

For five year olds and upwards

Advertised Total Prize Fund

£100000 Owners Prize Money: 1st £43580, 2nd £17890, 3rd £8950, 4th £4470, 5th £2240, 6th £1120. (Penalty Value £56950)

No Horse

1 ROYA LE PAGA ILLE (FR) (56)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Royale Cazoumaille (FR) (Villez (USA))

Owner: Mrs S. Ricci

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: Mr Philippe Mace

Horse Age: 12 Weight: 12 0

Form: 1P56P-2 CD

Sponsor: Faucets Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of this race in 2021 and 2022 and recorded his fifth course success when landing the Betfair Chase last season, though that was a standout effort of the campaign. Runner-up in latest renewal of the Betfair on return, but would prefer softer ground up against his younger rivals TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 159

2 JOHNNYWHO (IRE) (2 8)

Br g Califet (FR) - Howaya Pet (IRE) (Montelimar (USA))

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Trainer: Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham

Breeder: Steven Vaughan

Horse Age: 9

Form: 3325-53

Weight: 11 1

Sponsor: Wasdell Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Without a win since chasing debut, but still took his form up to a smart level when narrowly denied in the Kim Muir at Cheltenham. Has continued to shape up well since, finishing strongly for a close third in Silver Cup at Ascot (23.8f, good to soft) last time. Enters calculations TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 146

3 KO NFUSION (GB) (2 2)

Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Tahira (GER) (Doyen (IRE))

Owner: Mrs A. Ellis

Trainer: Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley

Breeder: Mr Carl Hinchy

Jockey

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 0

Form: 12-1U11

Sponsor: Tuffa Footwear Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved sent chasing during second half of last season, scoring twice, and successful all 3 completed starts this term, impressing with his jumping when making all in Rowland Meyrick at Wetherby (24.2f, soft). Not taken lightly with more still to offer at this distance.

TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 145

4 NA SSALAM (FR) (62)

Ch g Dream Well (FR) - Ramina (GER) (Shirocco (GER))

Owner: John and Yvonne Stone

Trainer: Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 11 0

Form: P0/PP-PP

Genetique

Breeder: S.A.R.L. Genetique Obstacle

NON-RUNNER

Sponsor: KM Elite Products Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER TFRIIIII Official BHA Rating 145

5 MY RETOW N (IRE) (49)

B g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Miss Platinum (IRE) (Oscar (IRE))

Owner: Wymer & Russell

Trainer: Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross

Breeder: Longrove Stud

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 10 11

Form: 51F11-F BF

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Coped extremely well with the demands of a big-field handicap when landing the Ultima in good style at last season’s Cheltenham Festival. In a good rhythm when falling at the ninth in Coral Gold Cup at Newbury on return, but generally a sound jumper and remains potentially very smart TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 142

6

IMPERIAL SA INT (FR) (35)

B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Quinine de Mazille (FR) (Network (GER))

Owner: Richard Johnson Racing Imperial Saint

Trainer: Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead

Breeder: Karine Perreau & Louis Colson

Horse Age: 8

Form: 1342-56

Weight: 10 10

Sponsor: Philip Hobbs Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times over fences at Aintree last term and solid second in a valuable contest at the Grand National meeting during the spring. However, below form both starts this season, sixth of 10 in December Gold Cup at Cheltenham (20.6f, good) 5 weeks ago. Needs to get back on the up

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 141

7 RICHMOND LAKE (IRE) (4 2)

B g Westerner - Chic Milan (IRE) (Milan)

Owner: Hemmings Racing

Trainer: Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Breeder: J.R. Weston

Horse Age: 10 Weight: 10 3

Form: 32P0-32 C

Sponsor: Trust Inns Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2023 but made the frame first 4 starts last season, including when runner-up in this contest Ended the campaign on a low-key note, though took a step back in the right direction when second at Aintree (19.9f, good to soft) 6 weeks ago.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 134

Blinkers worn by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 4. 2025: MR VANGO (IRE) 9 10 2 Jack Tudor 4-1 (Sara Bradstock) 8 ran

BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 4:00pm 16/01/26

2-1 Myretown (IRE), 9-4 Konfusion (GB), 7-2 Johnnywho (IRE), 7-1 Royale Pagaille (FR), 11-1 Richmond Lake (IRE), 18-1 Imperial Saint (FR)

TIMEFORM SUMMARY

MYRETOWN created an excellent impression when making most in the Ultima last season and was still going nicely when departing on his return, so he is well worth another chance to build on his Cheltenham success. He can see off the challenge of Konfusion, who has thrived since going chasing and is respected in his hat-trick bid, with Johnnywho also in the mix

1. MYRETOWN (IRE)

2. KONFUSION

2. 20PM

THE BET365

HANDICAP ST EEPLE CHA SE

(CLA SS 2) (GBB RACE

)

Two miles about five furlongs (2m 5f 13yds) (Approx. 4,200 metres)

For five year olds and upwards

Advertised Total Prize Fund £100000 Owners Prize Money: 1st £39750, 2nd £19870, 3rd £9940, 4th £4970, 5th £2480, 6th £1240. (Penalty Value £52030)

See page 55 for conditions of this race.

bet365 will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey as well as £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

No Horse

1 HITMAN (FR) (41)

B g Falco (USA) - Tercah Girl (FR) (Martaline)

Owner: Mason, Hogarth, Ferguson & Done

Trainer: Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

Breeder: Mme C. Villaud Ameline & Mr Q. Villaud

RACE FINISH RACE START

Horse Age: 10 Weight: 12 0 Form: 22P0-13

Sponsor: Morson Group

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a long losing run when landing the Old Roan at Aintree (2 1/2m, good) under Freddie Gingell in October, finding more for pressure than is sometimes the case. Ground was slower than ideal in Peterborough Chase at Huntingdon next time but he looks vulnerable in any case.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 155

2 JUNGLE BO OG IE (IRE) (16)

B g Gold Well - A Better Excuse (IRE) (Moscow Society (USA))

Owner: Mr Malcolm C. Denmark

Trainer: Venetia Williams, Hereford

Breeder: Noel O’Brien

Horse Age: 12 Weight: 11 11

Form: 416/1P-0 CD

Sponsor: Leaflet Company Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fragile but highly talented performer who was sixth in 2024 Gold Cup on just his fourth start over fences Produced a typically bold front-running display when scoring over C&D on his reappearance last term but failed to return with a bang this time round on recent debut for new yard at Cheltenham.

3 ETALON (IRE) (2 8)

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 152

Br g Sholokhov (IRE) - So You Said (IRE) (Definite Article)

Owner: Mrs Suzanne Lawrence

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Ms Anne Marie Ryan

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 11 4

Form: 41-5201 C

Sponsor:Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)

TIMEFORM VIEW Hit-and-miss last term and failed to build good reappearance effort when well held at Newbury in November Combinationoffirst-time cheekpieces andamoreaggressiveridesparkedareturn to formwhenbeating Scarface and 7 others (including Bad) over 19f here last time but this is a tougher race.

4 BA D (FR) (2 8)

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 145

Gr g Morandi (FR) - Love Over Gold (FR) (Peintre Celebre (USA))

Owner: Mr D. P. Howden

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: Mr Hugues Rousseau

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 3

Form: 1P5-154 BF

Sponsor: Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner of Kempton handicap chases last term and made it 3-3 at that track when scoring over 2 1/4m on return in October Wasn’t far behind Vincenzo when fifth in the Paddy Power at Cheltenham next time before under performing in the race won by Etalon here last month. Major player. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 144

5 FUGITIF (FR) (36)

B g Ballingarry (IRE) - Turiane (FR) (Arvico (FR))

Owner: Mr Carl Hinchy & Dr Emad Hussain

Trainer: Richard Hobson, Little Rissington

Breeder: Mr Andre Rousseau

Horse Age: 11

Weight: 10 13

Form: 3600-55 D

Sponsor: RH Bloodstock, LAP Electrical Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Very capable on his day, most notably emerging on top in a major Cheltenham handicap in December 2023, a course where he has also posted a number of fine efforts in defeat. However, he’s now at the veteran stage and has not been anywhere near his best so far this season. Has had another wind op TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 140

6 VINCENZO (FR) (35)

B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Sweet Nano (FR) (Turgeon (USA))

Owner: Walters Plant Hire Ltd

Trainer: Sam Thomas, Cardiff

Breeder: Mme Henri Devin

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 10 13

Form: 1212-22

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable sort who was successful on 2 of his first 3 starts over fences at around 2m last winter and took his form up a notch when second in the Greatwood Gold Cup at Newbury in March. Has resumed this season with big efforts in back-to-back valuable Cheltenham handicaps and he’s the one to beat. TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 140

7 SC ARFAC E (IRE) (2 8)

B g Milan - Consider Her Lucky (GER) (Silvano (GER))

Owner: Kevan Leggett, Susan & John Waterworth

Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Breeder: Mrs Lisa Doran

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 10 9 Form: 021-2P2 C D

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last term with a win at Newton Abbot in April and has found just one too good on 2 of his 3 starts this season, including when chasing Etalon home here last month. 4lb better off with that rival now but he’s 6lb higher compared to when finishing fourth in this race 12 months ago.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 136

8 HELTENHAM (FR) (2 2)

B g Masked Marvel - Souris Blanche (FR) (Saint des Saints (FR))

Owner: Exors of the late Mr N. W. Lake

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: Mme Anne-Charlotte Andre et al

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 10 7 Form: P0332F

Sponsor: Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to best when winning in good style at Perth last spring but majority of his subsequent efforts have been underwhelming, including last time at Aintree where he looked cooked when falling 2 out. Harry Skelton prefers Etalon.

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 134

9 NE ON MO ON (IRE) (3 1)

B g No Risk At All (FR) - Hidden Horizons (IRE) (Winged Love (IRE))

Owner: Brocade Racing

Trainer: David Pipe, Wellington

Breeder: Mr C. McDonnell

Horse Age: 10 Weight: 10 5

Form: 24-4514 CD

Sponsor: W & S Recycling

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on encouraging reappearance fifth of 12 over 3m here in November when landing a 4-runner C&D handicap (good) 20 days later. However, he reverted to finding little under pressure at Ludlow next time, a trait that he has exhibited several times before.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 132

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 5, 6, 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 5, 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5. 2025: TERRESITA (IRE) 8 10 6 Gavin Sheehan 15-2 (Lucy Wadham) 10 ran

BETTING FORECAST:

Correct as of 4.00pm 16/01/26

2-1 Vincenzo (FR), 5-1 Bad (FR), 13-2 Scarface (IRE), 7-1 Etalon (IRE), 9-1 Hitman (FR), Neon Moon (IRE), 10-1 Heltenham (FR), 14-1 Jungle Boogie (IRE), 18-1 Fugitif (FR)

TIMEFORM SUMMARY

Having found just one too good in major handicaps on his last three starts, VINCENZO is taken to deservedly get his head in front. A 1lb rise for his latest fine effort in the December Gold Cup at Cheltenham is negligible and everything looks in place for the 8-y-o to deliver. Bad wasn’t at his best behind Etalon and Scarface over C&D last time but will likely emerge as the main danger to Vincenzo if on-song this time, while Scarface may also reverse placings with Etalon on these revised terms

9 NEON MOON Results (oldest on the

Trainer: David Pipe

4-4 5 14

Jockey: Harry Cobden

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2.5

3PM

THE BETMG M HOLLOWAY’S HANDICAP HURDLE RACE

(CLA SS 2) (GBB RACE)

Two miles about three and a half furlongs (2m 3f 63yds) (Approx. 3,900 metres)

For four year olds and upwards

Advertised Total Prize Fund £30000 Owners Prize Money: 1st £11925, 2nd £5961, 3rd £2982, 4th £1491, 5th £744, 6th £372. (Penalty Value £15609)

See page 55 for conditions of this race. No Horse

BetMGM will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey as well as £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

1 TRIP OLI FLYER (IRE) (2 2)

B g Getaway (GER) - Collen Beag (IRE) (Mountain High (IRE))

Owner: Mr Ismail El Magdoub

Trainer: Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

Breeder: James A. Slattery

RACE FINISH

RACE START

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 12 0

Form: 16-3U45

Sponsor: I.M.R.E Property Investments Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Grade 2 novice hurdle winner last season and also third in 20.5f Punchestown Grade 1 final start Below that level on completed start over fences in the autumn and out of depth when fifth in Christmas Hurdle at Kempton back over the smaller obstacles on Boxing Day. This much more realistic

2 FA IVOIR (FR) (2 8)

B g Coastal Path - Qape Noir (FR) (Subotica (FR))

Owner: Mrs Suzanne Lawrence

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: E.A.R.L. Trinquet & M. & O. Trinquet

TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 140

Horse Age: 11 Weight: 11 6

Form: 526/-030 CD

Sponsor: Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)

TIMEFORM VIEW Won the County Hurdle at Cheltenham Festival in 2023 Showed he retains most of that ability when third of 18 in Greatwood at Cheltenham in November and shaped a bit better than eighth of 13 suggests in 2m course handicap since. Races mainly at 2m but chase winner here over this sort of trip

3 METIER (IRE) (4 2)

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 132

B g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - We’ll Go Walking (IRE) (Authorized (IRE))

Owner: Mr G. C. Stevens

Trainer: Harry Fry, Corscombe

Breeder: Knockainey Stud

Horse Age: 10 Weight: 11 4

Form: 10/PP/0/-4 C

Sponsor: Grosvenor Sport

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart under both codes earlier in his career but hard to be sure how much of that ability remains, finishing a well-held fourth back hurdling at Sandown last month. Has first-time cheekpieces applied to regular tongue tie. His yard also won this race last year. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 130

4 SA MU EL SPADE (GER) (2 9)

B g Myboycharlie (IRE) - Summarily (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))

Owner: Mrs Emma Palmer

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: J. De Jong

Horse Age: 7

Weight: 10 13

Form: 150-000 C D

Sponsor: Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW Five-time winner over hurdles, including a career best here (23.5f) last February. Not at the top of his game in 3 outings this season but is starting to look well handicapped again. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 125

5 CAME FROM NOWHERE (IRE) (28)

B g Shirocco (GER) - Nowhere Fast (IRE) (Jeremy (USA))

Owner: On A Mission

Trainer: Jeremy Scott, Dulverton

Breeder: Tim Hegarty

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 12

Form: 1/33-321

Sponsor: Brendon Powerwashers

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly raced 7yo who has improved over hurdles since handicapping, building on 2m Wincanton second when going one better at Hereford (19.5f, soft) with a tongue tie added. Could be more to come.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 124

6 THANKSFORTHEHELP (FR) (16)

Gr g Martaline - Agathe du Berlais (FR) (Poliglote)

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Trainer: David Pipe, Wellington

Breeder: Mr Mickael Fennessy

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 10 12

Form: 443-100 D

Sponsor: W & S Recycling

TIMEFORM VIEW Career-best effort to land a 25-runner handicap hurdle at Punchestown (19f, good to soft) last April. Might have needed the run when a below-form seventh in 2 comeback runs this winter and the handicapper has cut him a bit of slack First-time blinkers replace cheekpieces TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 124

7 MARCHE D’AL IGRE (FR) (4 3)

B g Seahenge (USA) - Simplon (Rail Link)

Owner: Billam Roe Swindell Wilson & the Molds

Trainer: Jamie Snowden, Lambourn

Breeder: Ecurie X

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 10 10 Form: 2420-22 BF

Sponsor: BetVictor

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat winner in France and similar standard over hurdles, posting good efforts in 2m handicaps at Wetherby and Sandown (both soft) this winter Considered. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 122

8 PATRIOTIK (FR) (2 1)

Gr g Bathyrhon (GER) - Shoeless (FR) (Le Havre (IRE))

Owner: Mrs Janet Davies

Trainer: Evan Williams, Llancarfan

Breeder: E.A.R.L Haras de Montaigu

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 7 Form: 13-0060

Sponsor: Prysg Cyf

TIMEFORM VIEW 3m winner at Doncaster last March. Bettered that form when third of 17 in a valuable handicap at Uttoxeter (23f, soft) later that month but has yet to fire this season. It remains to be seen whether this drop back in trip and addition of cheekpieces help to spark a revival. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 119

9 SURREY LO RD (IRE) (2 2)

B g Getaway (GER) - Holly Royale (IRE) (Scorpion (IRE))

Owner: Surrey Racing (SL)

Trainer: Toby Lawes, Beare Green

Breeder: Mattie Ryan

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 6

Form: 3-61141

Sponsor: Surrey Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Smooth-travelling sort who made it 3 wins in his last 4 starts when seeing off 9 rivals at Kempton (21f, good) on Boxing Day. A 6lb rise doesn’t look enough to prevent another bold bid from this progressive sort TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 118

10 MOVEIT LIKE MINNIE (IRE) (28)

B g Libertarian - Cassandrasway (IRE) (Arcadio (GER))

Owner: Mr F J Mills & Mr W R Mills

Trainer: Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: Ms Ruth Young

Horse Age: 9

Weight: 10 5

Form: U4-2355 D

Sponsor: Courtiers Investment Services Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who resumed from 6 months off (had breathing op during absence) with a good second at Chepstow in October Ran at least as well when third in a strong handicap over 2m here in November but latest Hereford run was below-par TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 117

Blinkers worn first time by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 3, 4, 8.

Sam Twiston-Davies

Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 5, 6. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 10 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1. 2025: ALTOBELLI (IRE) 7 11 5 Bryan Carver 3-1 (Harry Fry) 11 ran

BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 4.00pm 16/01/26

11-4 Came From Nowhere (IRE), 10-3 Surrey Lord (IRE), 13-2 Faivoir (FR), Tripoli Flyer (IRE), 9-1 Marche d’Aligre (FR), Moveit Like Minnie (IRE), 11-1 Thanksforthehelp (FR), 14-1 Samuel Spade (GER), 25-1 Metier (IRE), 28-1 Patriotik (FR),

TIMEFORM SUMMARY

SURREY LORD is going the right way and is taken to defy the handicapper again. The classdropping Tripoli Flyer is second choice ahead of Marche d’Aligre, a good second on both starts this season.

4 SAMUEL SPADE

Trainer: Ben Pauling

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1 GIDLEIGH PARK

Trainer: Harry Fry

Jockey: Bryan Carver

2 IL ETAIT TEMPS

Trainer: Willie Mullins

3 JONBON

Trainer: Nicky Henderson

4 THISTLE ASK

Trainer: Dan Skelton

Jockey: Paul Townend

Jockey: Harry Cobden

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3.

30PM

THE BETMG M

CLARENCE HOUSE ST EEPLE CHA SE

(CLA SS 1) (GRADE 1) (GBB RACE)

Two miles about one furlong (2m 172yds) (Approx. 3,400 metres) For five year olds and upwards

Advertised Total Prize Fund £175000 Owners Prize Money: 1st £75320, 2nd £31045, 3rd £15523, 4th £7770. (Penalty Value £98472.50) A See page 55 for conditions of this race.

BetMGM will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey as well as £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

1 GIDLEIGH PA RK (GB) (56)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Lindeman (IRE) (Presenting)

Owner: The Eyre Family

Trainer: Harry Fry, Corscombe

Breeder: Mr & Mrs R. Kelvin-Hughes

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 10 Form: 16/P12-2 D

Sponsor: Grosvenor Sport

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved significantly on his hurdles form when taking the notable scalp of Caldwell Potter in Grade 2 Windsor novice chase this time last year and made a solid start to this campaign when second in 1965 Chase at this course (21.1f) 56 days ago. Will need more to take a hand here, however. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 156

2 IL ETAIT TEMP S (FR) (4 2)

Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Une des Sources (FR) (Dom Alco (FR))

Owner: Hollywood Racing & Barnane Stud

Trainer: W. P. Mullins, Ireland

Breeder: Mr E. Clayeux & S.C. Ecurie Couderc

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 11 10 Form: 31/11-11 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 3 times in Grade 1 company as a novice but took his form up another notch when taking the Celebration Chase in April and has returned in tremendous form this term, scoring at Clonmel before an impressive victory in Tingle Creek (Jonbon well held) at Sandown last month. Hard to oppose. TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 172

3 JONB ON (FR) (4 2)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Star Face (FR) (Saint des Saints (FR))

Owner: Mr John P. McManus

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: Mr Lotfi Kohli

Horse Age: 10 Weight: 11 10 Form: 1212-22 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Top-class chaser who added this contest to his impressive CV last season before landing the Melling Chase at Aintree for the second time in April. Rather been put in his place by Il Etait Temps twice since but looks sure to run well again. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 166

4 THISTLE AS K (IRE) (2 1)

B g Ask - Thistle Lane (IRE) (Exit To Nowhere (USA))

Owner: Mr T. C. McKeever

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: G. Duncan

Horse Age: 9 Weight: 11 10

Form: 21-1111 D

Sponsor: Ladbrokes, The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants)

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner for James Ewart but has left that form well behind since joining Dan Skelton this term, winning all 4 starts including the Haldon Gold Cup and Desert Orchid Chase, the latter in highly impressive fashion. Steps into Grade 1 company now but another bold bid is anticipated. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 158

Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. 2025: JONBON (FR) 9 11 10 Nico de Boinville 8-13 (Nicky Henderson) 4 ran

BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 4.00pm 16/01/26 8-15 Il Etait Temps (FR), 9-2 Jonbon (FR), 13-2 Gidleigh Park (GB), 7-1 Thistle Ask (IRE)

TIMEFORM SUMMARY

IL ETAIT TEMPS cemented his position as the leading 2m chaser with a smooth victory in the Tingle Creek at Sandown last month and his hold-up style should be suited to the likely strong pace here. He should prove hard to beat. Thistle Ask has been a revelation this season and could be the one to provide the chief threat.

1. IL ETAIT TEMPS (FR)

2 IL ETAIT TEMPS

Trainer: Willie Mullins

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4.05PM THE BETMG M EBF ‘NATIONAL HUNT ’ NOVICE S’ HURDLE RACE

(CLA SS 3) (QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE)

Two miles about five and a half furlongs (2m 5f 146yds) (Approx. 4,300 metres)

For novice four, five, six and seven year olds

Advertised Total Prize Fund £25000 Owners Prize Money: 1st £10098, 2nd £5048, 3rd £2525, 4th £1263, 5th £630. (Penalty Value £13202.50)

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No Horse

1 KASINO DE S MOTTE S (FR) (35)

B g Balko (FR) - Banco des Mottes (FR) (Kapgarde (FR))

Owner: Kevan Leggett, Susan & John Waterworth

Trainer: Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Breeder: E.A.R.L. Ecurie Des Mottes

RACE FINISH RACE START

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 8 Form: 41-515

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW £130,000 Irish point recruit who showed a willing attitude to get off the mark at the second time of asking over hurdles in a 21f Kempton novice in October Not disgraced in Cheltenham Grade 2 subsequently but isn’t sure to be suited by this drop back in trip TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 126

2 LAGUNA BEACH (FR) (3 8)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Ulster Noire (FR) (Martaline)

Owner: Mr M Buckley, Mr C Noell and Mr M Hankin

Trainer: Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

Breeder: E.A.R.L. Haras D’Enki

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 8

Form: 531

Sponsor: Unibet

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed promise in a valuable bumper at Punchestown last spring and was much improved from hurdling debut when winning 11-runner novice (11/2) at Hereford (19.7f, good to soft) 38 days ago, staying on to lead final 100 yds. Open to more improvement now his stamina is drawn out further TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 124

3 MINELLA MARATHON (GB) (36)

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Saint Goustan (FR) (Zero Problemo (IRE))

Owner: Mr R. A. Bartlett

Trainer: Dan Skelton, Alcester

Breeder: James and Jean Potter Ltd

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 8 Form: 1-10

Sponsor: Albert Bartlett

TIMEFORM VIEW Fetched£200,000afterwinninghissolestartbetweentheflagsandmadeasuccessfulhurdlingdebutwith somethingtosparein6-runnernoviceatLingfield(19.5f,good)inNovember.BitbelowthatlevelinadeepernoviceatCheltenham subsequently but remains with potential. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -

4 THE BURREN MAN (GB) (4 8)

B g Maxios - Ryme Bere (FR) (Until Sundown (USA))

Owner: Smash Racing

Trainer: Harry Derham, Newbury

Breeder: Mill House Stud (Shropshire) Ltd

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 8

Form: 21

Sponsor: OLBG

TIMEFORM VIEW €180,000 purchase after finishing second in an Irish point in April. Tongue tied and looked a class above his rivals when easily landing a Carlisle novice hurdle (19.3f, soft) on Rules debut in November Sure to progress TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

5 BETGO ODWIN (FR) (69)

Ch g Castle du Berlais (FR) - Fol’ Allegria (USA) (Giant’s Causeway (USA))

Owner: Goodwin Racing Ltd

Trainer: Chris Gordon, Winchester

Breeder: Haras de La Rousseliere

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 11 2

Form: P

Sponsor: Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd, Goodwin Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Castle du Berlais gelding who went with no encouragement at Ffos Las on debut in November

TFRHIIII Official BHA Rating -

6 MYMILKMAN (IRE) (35)

B g Getaway (GER) - Shadow Eile (IRE) (Beneficial)

Owner: Welborne Business Park Ltd

Trainer: Chris Gordon, Winchester

Breeder: Sean Reilly

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 2

Form: 22P-6P

TIMEFORM VIEW €78,000 3-y-o, Getaway gelding. Half-brother to fair hurdler/chaser Glen Cannel. Runner-up both completed starts in Irish points but has shown little in a maiden/novice hurdle to date (irregular heartbeat in latter).

TFRHIIII Official BHA Rating -

7 TO BYSHILL (IRE) (9 8)

B g Califet (FR) - Letitia’s Gain (IRE) (Zaffaran (USA))

Owner: Mr D. M. Proos

Trainer: Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham

Breeder: Raymond Gilmore

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 2 Form: 1

Sponsor: Courtiers Investment Services Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW £85,000 5-y-o, Califet gelding. Half-brother to useful hurdler/smart chase winner Mia’s Storm. Won sole outing in Irish points in October and well worth a market check ahead of this switch to Rules

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -

8 UP TOWN DA NDY (IRE) (35)

B g Milan - Bettys Delight (IRE) (Flemensfirth (USA))

Owner: Dan Donoghue & Hilary Pridham

Trainer: Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder: Mrs Mary Hayes

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 11 2

Form: 233-22 BF

Sponsor: Fitzdares

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper form had plenty of substance and made a promising start over hurdles when chasing home an improving sort at Wetherby (19.7f, soft) on return. Shaped well behind another good prospect at Doncaster (19.4f) subsequently and remains capable of better. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 116

9 WHISKEY YA NKEE (GB) (30 2)

B g Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Charbelle (FR) (Poliglote)

Owner: Walters Plant Hire Ltd

Trainer: Sam Thomas, Cardiff

Breeder: Yorton Farm Stud

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 11 2 Form: 2-

TIMEFORM VIEW Hunter’s Light gelding. Brother to useful hurdler Ed Keeper Dam, French hurdler (2 1/4m winner). Shaped encouragingly when second in 5-runner bumper at Ffos Las (15.8f) on debut 10 months ago and bred to appreciate this step up in trip now hurdling in a first-time tongue strap TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 3, 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 4.

Stewards Note:

MYMILKMAN: Following its run on 13/12/2025 it was reported that the horse had an irregular heartbeat.

2025: JAX JUNIOR 6 11 9 Tom Cannon 13-2 (Lucy Wadham) 6 ran

BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 4.00pm 16/01/26

15-8 Laguna Beach (FR), 10-3 The Burren Man (GB), 9-2 Kasino des Mottes (FR), 15-2 Minella Marathon (GB), Whiskey Yankee (GB), 8-1 Uptown Dandy (IRE), 10-1 Tobyshill (IRE), 100-1 Betgoodwin (FR), Mymilkman (IRE)

TIMEFORM SUMMARY

The form of LAGUNA BEACH’s Hereford win is working out well and, with further improvement in the offing over this still longer trip, he’s taken to defy a penalty at the first time of asking. The Burren Man created a good impression at Carlisle and is another horse to be very positive about, with Whiskey Yankee an interesting hurdling debutant for a yard that continues to thrive.

1. LAGUNA BEACH (FR)

1 KASINO DES MOTTES

Trainer: Joe Tizzard

Jockey: Brendan Powell

Coming up at Ascot

BETFAIR ASCOT CHASE RACEDAY

Saturday 14th February

A standout occasion in the Jumps season with the Grade 1 Betfair Ascot Chase always providing a thrilling contest and the Grade 2 Reynoldstown Novices’ Chase showcasing potential stars of the future. Join us for exhilarating racing, endless excitement and sporting excellence.

Tickets from £24 Under 18s go free Group rates available

SPRING FAMILY RACEDAY

Sunday 29th March

The final fixture of Ascot’s Jumps season and our first family raceday of 2026 Young racegoers can enjoy an abundance of countryside inspired activities while the varied card provides plenty of entertainment with a high-value juvenile handicap hurdle and the chance to see seasoned equine athletes contesting the Veterans’ Handicap Chase.

Tickets from £24 Under 18s go free Group rates available

ROYAL ASCOT TRIALS DAY

Friday 1st May

Quality is the order of the day at this top-notch event which provides an important opportunity for horses to gain valuable experience ahead of the Royal Meeting in June. Off the track, this is a perfect day to socialise, have a flutter and sample the bars and restaurants on offer

Tickets from £19

Under 18s go free Group rates available

PERONI NASTRO AZZURRO 0.0% MAY RACING WEEKEND

Friday 8th & Saturday 9th May

An action-packed couple of days with the perfect combination of thrilling racing and an atmosphere made for socialising with friends

Several competitive handicaps make up the card on Friday, promising a fantastic afternoon’s racing, while on Saturday the highlight is The Victoria Cup, a valuable seven-furlong heritage handicap that tends to attract proven course specialists and interesting, less exposed youngsters alike.

Tickets from £19 Under 18s go free

Today’s officials

ASCOT AUTHORITY (HOLDINGS)

LIMITED BOARD

Sir Francis Brooke Bt. (Chairman and His Majesty’s Representative)

Felicity Barnard

Lady Celina Carter

Ian McGregor CVO

Harry Morley

Jonathan Parker

Lisa Perrin

Nick Smith LVO

STEWARDS

Shaun Parker (Chief Steward)

Georgina Cartwright (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

Katie Dowson

Steve Drowne

Lawrence Jordan

Michael Walton

OFFICIALS

Head of Racing and Clerk of the Course

Chris Stickels

Starters

Sam Avis

Kieran O’Shea Clerk of the Scales

Chris Hill

ASCOT RACECOURSE

LIMITED BOARD

Felicity Barnard

Jonathan Gregory

Ian McGregor CVO

Jonathan Parker

Nick Smith LVO

Sam Thompson

COMPANY SECRETARY

Christopher Collard

Judge Paul Champion

Doctors

Dr Guy Mitchell

Dr Henry Knott

Dr Ramy Saker

Dr Linsey Whitley

Commentator

Alan Howes

Betting Ring Manager

Andrew Boardley

Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers

Darren Stone

Sam Davis

Christine Hannaford

Nick Holman

Carol Leggett

Vince McKevitt

Stuart Shilston

Race conditions

First Race 12.25 - THE BETMGM JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

ASCOT RACECOURSE

BETTING & GAMING

LIMITED BOARD

Felicity Barnard

Christopher Collard

Ian McGregor CVO

Nick Smith LVO

Handicapper

James Norris

Veterinary Officers

Kanichi Kusano

Howard Newitt

Veterinary Surgeons

Simon Knapp CVO BVetmed, BSC, MRCVS

Clive Hamblin BVetMed, MRCVS

Jamie Knapp BVetMed, MRCVS

Bobby McEwen BVetMed, MRCVS

Designated Safeguarding Lead

Ian McGregor CVO

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13615 to the winning horse, the second to receive £6272, the third £3135 and the fourth £1570. For juvenile four-year-olds. Enter by noon, January 12th and pay £125 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. January 15th. Weights: 11st each, fillies allowed 7lb. Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb, of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb. BetMGM has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize of £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BetMGM The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 14 entries at £125. Closed January 12th, 2026 Owners Prize Money: Winner £10433, Second £5218, Third £2608, Fourth £1305. (Penalty Value £13615) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE

Second Race 1.00 - THE BETMGM HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10562 to the winning horse, the second to receive £4860, the third £2430, the fourth £1216 and the fifth £606. For five-year-olds and upwards, rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142see Standard Conditions). £96 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £19 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £77 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 15th. Penalties, after January 10th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. BetMGM has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize of £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BetMGM The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 17 entries, at £96. Closed January 12th, 2026 Owners Prize Money: Winner £8078, Second £4038, Third £2020, Fourth £1010, Fifth £504 (Penalty Value £10562) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 1.40 - THE BETMGM WARFIELD MARES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £34170 to the winning horse. The second to receive £12822, the third £6420, the fourth £3198 and the fifth £1608 For four-year-old and upwards fillies and mares only Enter by noon, January 12th and pay £300 stake, supplementary entry by noon, January 14th and pay £1460 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. January 15th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 3lb, 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Penalties, after September 30th, 2024, a winner of a Listed or Premier Handicap/Grade 3 hurdle race 4lb, of a Grade 1 or Grade 2 hurdle race 6lb (Half penalties for wins achieved in Novices’ or Juvenile Hurdle Races in Great Britain and Ireland, and three-year-old only Hurdle Races in France). No allowance to take a Fillies or Mares’s weight below 10st 2lb. BetMGM has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize of £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BetMGM The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 8 entries at £300 Closed January 12th, 2026 Owners Prize Money: Winner £26148, Second £10734, Third £5370, Fourth £2682, Fifth £1344 (Penalty Value £34170) A SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 2.20 - THE bet365 HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB

RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £52030 to the winning horse, the second to receive £23920, the third £11960, the fourth £5980, the fifth £2990 and the sixth £1490. For five-year-olds and upwards. £500 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £100 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £400 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 15th. Penalties, after January 10th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 5lb bet365 has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey as well as a memento to the winning groom. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of bet365. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: A novice horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of three times in Steeple Chases in Great Britain, Ireland or France or, having run in two such races, has been placed in the first four on each occasion, in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code. 11 entries, at £500 Closed January 12th, 2026 Owners Prize Money: Winner £39750, Second £19870, Third £9940, Fourth £4970, Fifth £2480, Sixth £1240 (Penalty Value £52030)

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE

Fifth Race 2.53 - THE BETMGM HOLLOWAY’S HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15609 to the winning horse, the second to receive £7176, the third £3588, the fourth £1794, the fifth £897 and the sixth £447. For four-year-olds and upwards. £150 stake if the horse is rated 130 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 129 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 15th. Penalties, after January 10th, 2026, a winner of a hurdle race 5lb. BetMGM has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a £200 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BetMGM The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of four times in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 15 entries, 3 at £30 and 12 at £150 Closed January 12th, 2026 Owners Prize Money: Winner £11925, Second £5961, Third £2982, Fourth £1491, Fifth £744, Sixth £372 (Penalty Value £15609)

SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE

Sixth Race 3.30 - THE BETMGM CLARENCE HOUSE STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £98472 to the winning horse, the second to receive £37100, the third £18567 and the fourth £9275. For five-year-olds and upwards, which are allotted a rating or an assessment of 130 or more by the BHA Handicapper, taking account of races run up to and including the day prior to entry Enter by noon, January 12th and pay £875 stake, supplementary entry by noon, January 14th and pay £5000 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. January 15th. Weights: 5-y-o 11st 6lb, 6-y-o and up 11st 10lb, Mares allowed 7lb. BetMGM has generously sponsored this race and will make a presentation to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a £200 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BetMGM The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. THERE WILL BE A PARADE FOR THIS RACE Runners will be paraded in the order requested by the managing executive on the day. 5 entries at £875. Closed January 12th, 2026 Owners Prize Money: Winner £75320, Second £31045, Third £15523, Fourth £7770. (Penalty Value £98472.50) A SEE PAGE 46 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 4.05 - THE BETMGM EBF ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13202 to the winning horse, the second to receive £6075, the third £3037, the fourth £1520 and the fifth £757. For novice four, five, six and seven year olds, which are E.B.F. eligible, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, January 12th and pay £125 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. January 15th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 1lb, 5-y-o, 6-y-o and 7-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb, of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb. No allowance to take a horse’s weight below 10st 2lb. The Trustees of the E.B.F have kindly given £1000 towards the prize money for this race. BetMGM have generously sponsored this race and will provide a memento which will be presented to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize of £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BetMGM The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. Horses placed first, second, third or fourth in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the EBF ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four furlongs at Sandown Park on Saturday, March 7th, 2026 20 entries at £125. Closed January 12th, 2026 Owners Prize Money: Winner £10098, Second £5048, Third £2525, Fourth £1263, Fifth £630 (Penalty Value £13202.50) SEE PAGE 50 FOR THIS RACE.

General information

We hope you have enjoyed your day at Ascot and we look forward to seeing you again soon.

CAR PARKS

Please note that car parks close at 9pm and are not open overnight.

LOCAL TAXIS

Ascot Cars – 01344 297297, Cedar Cars – 01344 872777

CONTACT INFORMATION

If you need to speak to a member of the team please call 0344 346 3000 or email enquiries@ascot.com

LOST PROPERTY

For lost property enquiries please call 0344 346 3000 (Monday to Friday) or email a full description of the item and an indication of when and where it was lost to lost.property@ascot.com

FEEDBACK

We would welcome and appreciate all feedback from your day at Ascot. If you would like to share your experience, please email feedback@ascot.com

PHOTOGRAPHY

Racegoers are permitted to take photographs for personal use but photography for publication or commercial purposes is only permitted by Ascot accredited photographers. Our official photographers are:

Getty Images – gettyimages.co.uk

Megan Coggin - meganrosephotography.photoshelter.com

Nicole Hains – nicole@nicolehains.com

HORSE WELFARE

At all meetings there is a team of specially qualified vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses. During each race vets follow the horse by car and can attend a casualty in the same response time as the paramedic teams responsible for human casualties. It is standard practise for screens to be fixed around any horse receiving veterinary treatment. This does not reflect the severity of an injury, just allows the vet some privacy and the patient a calm environment in which to recover. Please do not always assume the worst if you see screens around a fallen horse.

ABANDONMENT POLICY

In the event of racing being abandoned, refunds on entrance money and car parks will only be made in the following circumstances:

a) Abandonment before the running of the first race – full refund.

b) Abandonment before the third or feature race, whichever is later – 50% refund

Where the provision of hospitality services has commenced and the raceday is subsequently abandoned there will be no refund for the hospitality.

In the event of an abandonment there is no need to contact us, we will be in touch with next steps and any required actions.

HBLB

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £315,810 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 1st January to 27th March 2026.