Hexham Racecard - Thursday 12th March

thurs 12th march s mar

WELCOME E TO HEXHAM

THE RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE EXTEND A WARM WELCOME TO ALL OWNERS, TRAINERS, SPONSORS, AND RACEGOERS.

We are delighted to be racing, following our winter break at what is the first of our 15 fixtures in 2026 A full fixture list can be viewed on the back page of the race card

Since January 1st until the end of February we have endured one of the wettest times I can remember and have had 236mm of rain, more than half the amount that fell in 2025 This has not helped with preparation of the track for todays meeting however due to the sterling effort by our ground staff the course is in magnificent condition and looks well

Thanks go to our sponsors today BK Racing regular sponsors of the “Hexham Marathon Handicap Chase” the fourth race on the card and run over an extreme distance of 4 miles, ogledigital.co.uk, mybettingsites.com and Paxtons. We are also grateful to the family of Davey Liddle celebrating his 80th Birthday sponsors of the 5th race and Richard Baksh sponsor of the last race on the card for his wife Angela.

A must do today, is visit “THE BRAMBLE TUDOR CAFÉ” at the top of the paddock, the running of which has been taken over by “THE SHIREGATE CAFÉ” of Hexham There will be a wide range of tasty, freshly made hot and cold sandwiches, soup, cakes, hot and cold drinks available.

Whether you are visiting for the first time or a regular visitor at the course we hope you have an enjoyable and successful day and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.

Robert Whitelock Racecourse Manager

JOIN US FOR OUR NEXT MEETING

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY...

WEDNESDAY 25TH MARCH 2026

WEATHERBYS SPRING RACEDAY

Gates Open, 12 15pm, First Race 2 11pm, Last Race 4.41pm

MONDAY 13TH APRIL 2026

EASTER HOLIDAY RACEDAY

Gates Open, 12 Noon, First Race 2.00pm, Last Race 5.00pm

NOTE, gate opening and race times may be subject to alteration, please check our website www.hexham-racecourse.co.uk nearer the date

We strongly recommend anyone intending to come racing to purchase tickets in advance to save money and avoid disappointment.

HOSPITALITY BOOKINGS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR 2026 AND MUST BE BOOKED BY CALLING 01434 606881 DURING OFFICE HOURS

Admission tickets can be purchased online www.hexham-racecourse.co.uk.

Book online or call 01434 606881 www.hexham-racecourse.co.uk

RACEDAY OFFICIALS

STEWARDS

Adrian Smith (Chief Steward)

James Vestey (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

Charlotte Armitage, Alan Dempsey, Lyndsay Glynn

STARTERS

Ryan Colley

Russell Garritty

JUDGE

Nick Hargreave

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Michael Hamilton

VETERINARY OFFICER

Arthur Kidd

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Linda Porter, Jim Bonar, Tracey Hamilton, Michelle Maughan

VETERINARY SURGEONS

David J Parkins MRCVS

Nick Freeman MRCVS

Euan Laidlaw MRCVS

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr David Thomas

Dr Sam Foster

Dr Pippa Hall

COMMENTATOR

Gareth Topham

BETTING RING MANAGER

Darren Irving

RACEDAY PRESENTER

Gordon Brown

SAFEGUARDING LEAD

Cheryl Litster-Smith

SAFETY OFFICER

Peter Stoddart

RACECOURSE MANAGER

Robert Whitelock

CLERK OF THE COURSE

James Armstrong

HEAD GROUNDSMAN

Mark Cameron

HEXHAM TEAM

RACECOURSE MAP

FACILITIES KEY

PUBLIC BARS (Paddock Enclosure)

The Shire, Princess Anne, Queen Camilla Stand and Bramble Tudor Bar situated at the top of the parade ring are open to all racegoers, provide a wide variety of drinks and snacks

OWNERS AND TRAINERS ROOM

Located next to the Owners and Trainers Entrance, the facility offers superb views of the racecourse. Entryto thisfacilityis restrictedtoOwnersandTrainerswho have a runnerontheday. When youregister at the O&T Entrance, lunch vouchers will be provided Tea, coffee and biscuits will be available all day.

HENDERSON SUITE

The Henderson Suite offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, course as well as both the parade ring and winners enclosure. Capable of seating up to 120 guests, The Henderson Suite where we serve our 4 course carvery buffet on a race day, is also ideal for entertaining, corporate hospitality and on non raceday’s provides the ideal venue for business conferences, seminars and weddings or other social functions.

THE CURLEW ROOM

Situated on the first floor of the Ramshaw Stand, offering wonderful views of the course Tickets for The Curlew Room are available (minimum 2 persons) which provide your own table for the day. The Curlew Room has its own Britbet betting facility, closed circuit TV and serves a range of snack food and refreshments

PRIVATE BOXES

ENDERBY, PATTERSON AND

GILL BOXES

Situated on the 2nd floor of the Ramshaw Stand. Offering a wide variety of catering options, the boxes are available to hire individually, accommodating between 20 -25 persons or can be configured to host up to 80 persons seated. Providing wonderful views of the racecourse the rooms have their own Britbet betting facility, Closed Circuit TV, well stocked bar as well as a seating area at the rear of the boxes.

THE CHASE BAR

Situated on the ground floor of the Ramshaw Stand this attractive bar with a stained glass backdrop and flagged floor has its own Britbet betting facility, closed circuit TV and allows access on to the club lawn for perfect viewing of the racing.

READING YOUR RACECARD

AN EXPLANATION OF HOW TO MAKE YOUR SELECTIONS TODAY

8 PRINCEDUNDEE(IRE)(20)

B g Stowaway - Miss Dundee (IRE) 6 10-13

J Blair Campbell (5) E Tongue Strap

T Lucinda Russell, Kinross

O JW McNeill & County Set Three

B James Wickham

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd TFR BHA87 FORM 656551 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Comfortably held in 4 starts over hurdles and easily best effort over fences when winning over C&D 3 weeks ago. Still unexposed as a stayer

1. Form

A quick way to see a horse’s past performance. These are its recent finishing positions

Look out for letters:

C = has won at this course

D = has won over this distance

CD = has won over this distance at this course

BF = was a beaten favourite last time EXPERT VIEW

How the experts rate the horse’s chances:

2. BHA rating = the higher the number, the better the horse.

3. Timeform view and TFR rating

4. Horse’s trainer & their location

Look out for the summary of leading course trainers before each race.

5. Jockey

Listen out for any jockeys who are having a successful day.

OTHER USEFUL DETAILS

6. Owner’s colours worn by the jockey

7. Saddlecloth number

8. Horse’s name

9. Days since the horse last run

10 Horse’s age

11. Jockey’s weight (stone and lbs)

12. The horse’s breeding – father (sire) and mother (dam)

13 Horse’s owner

14. Horse’s breeder

15 Birthplace of horse (outside GB)

EACH HORSE HAS BEEN GIVEN A STAR RATING, DEFINITION BELOW:

Selected to win the race

Good chance of being placed

By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims

More information on the form

- = New racing season

/ = Missed racing season

P = was pulled-up and didn’t finish the race

F = horse fell

U = rider unseated

R = horse refused to race

CO = the horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse

B = horse was brought down

S = horse slipped

r = the horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race

D = disqualified

Bold form figures = performance in All-weather (Flat) or point-to-point (Jump) races

Unlikely to win but not totally without hope Can be given little or no chance.

BET TING WITH THE BOOKMAKERS

DIFFERENT WAYS TO BET - WIN OR EACH-WAY

The two main types of bet are win and each-way. For win bets, your horse needs to win the race outright An each-way bet is effectively two bets – one for your horse to win and one for it to be placed. So a £2 each-way bet will cost £4 A bookmaker taking each-way bets will display the terms on which they accept such bets on their board. In conjunction with The RCA, the bookmakers have introduced standard each-way terms. Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting.

• Fewer than 3 runners - Win bets only, no places offered

• 3 or 4 runners – Win bets only Where a bookmaker wishes to depart from this default position they may offer place terms at 1/5 odds a place 1-2.

• 5 – 7 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1-2

• 8 or more runners – 1/5 odds a place 1-2-3

• Handicaps with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1-2-3

• Handicaps with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive) – 1/5 odds a place 1-2-3-4

• Handicaps with 22 or more runners – 1/4 odds a place 1-2-3-4

PLACING YOUR BET

Shop around for the best odds When you have decided where to place your bet, state the number of your horse and the stake, for example “Number 4, £2 win” Listen to the bookmaker repeat the number of the horse and the stake to their clerk and hand them your money. You will then be given an itemised receipt detailing your bet and potential winnings. You should keep this safe until you have heard ‘Weighedin’ announced after the race If your bet is successful, hand your ticket to the bookmaker and they will give you your winnings

LEADING TRAINER, JOCKEY & OWNER

WINNING TRAINER, JOCKEY AND OWNER WILL EACH RECEIVE A TROPHY PRESENTED BY

TRAINER

LUCINDA RUSSELL & MICHAEL SCUDAMORE

RACE 1 1.05

for maiden four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money 1st £4039 2nd £2019 3rd £1010 4th £505 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281)

Leading course trainer (20-25): Mr M T Walford (26 wins from 128 runners, 20%) runs COLONEL JACK and DANCING DIANA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell & M Scudamore (9 wins from 43 runners, 21%) runs BIGLESISBACK and C’MON SO and VALTTERI ITS JAMES Longest Traveller: BOWLING SHANE trained by C Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope, 283 miles.

1 C’MONSO(IRE)(17)

B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Sail On (IRE) 5 11-5

J Gregor Walkingshaw (10)

T Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross

O Miss Lucinda V. Russell

B James Reeves

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

2 COLONELJACK(GB)(56)

B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Zefooha (FR) 5 11-5

J Tom Midgley (3)

T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

O Mrs G. B. Walford

B Mrs G. B. Walford

3 COUNTRYMANJOE(IRE)(27)

B g Shirocco (GER) - Savage Love 6 11-5

J Peter Kavanagh

T Jane Walton, Otterburn

O Mrs J. M. Walton

B Charles Persse

S Dunns Houses

4

MCELHATTAN(IRE)(24)

B g Yeats (IRE) - Lucinda Grey (IRE) 5 11-5

J Theo Gillard E Cheek Pieces

T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

O Mr Wayne Woods

B Liam Walsh

S Bluegrass Horse Feeds

5 MELBOURNEGHOST(IRE)(19)

Gr g Ocovango - Tagalong (IRE) 5 11-5

J Craig Nichol

T Donald Whillans, Hawick

O Mousetrap Racing

B Mr Eamonn O’Connell

S Embroidery Elite Ltd

6 MILLFORDHILL(IRE)

(9)

Br g Flemensfirth (USA) - Which Thistle (IRE) 8 11-5

J Ross Chapman E Tongue Strap

T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

O Mrs Amy Fife

B Ms C. Corrigan & Tom Conway

7 MISTERR(GB)(27)

Ch h Masterstroke (USA) - Miss Nellie (IRE) 5 11-5

J Danny McMenamin

T Nicky Richards, Greystoke

O David & Nicky Robinson

B Langdale Racing & Bloodstock

S Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 5P2-64

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdle debutant who finished runner-up in a point and showed a bit more second time up over hurdles at Ayr last month. Looks the yard second string

23Feb Ayr 16f NHF soft 4/4 Jardin de Tunis (FR) 15l Dec25 Swl 15f

TFRHIIII BHAFORM PP TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up both starts to date.

15Jan Nwc 20f Hdl gd-sf P/16 Lewisham Grove (IRE)Dec25 Wet 16f Hdl soft P/14 Starmount (IRE) -

TFRHIIII BHAFORM 60 TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to make an impact in pair of bumpers.

13Feb Kel 16f NHF heavy 8/9 Thelastmanfrompenr 48l May25 Kel 16f NHF good 6/6 Jentobello 86l

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 2155

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner should benefit from the addition of cheekpieces but shaped as though one for handicaps over further on hurdle debut last month.

16Feb

TFRHIIII BHAFORM 00

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden pointer who offered little on bumper/hurdle debut.

TFRHIIII BHAFORM P314P/-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Went the wrong way in points and shaped with little encouragement on hurdles bow (200/1) earlier this month.

3Mar Nwc 20f Hdl gd-sf 10/12 Sanilam (IRE) 52l

TFRHHHHI BHAFORM 4

TIMEFORM VIEW Considerately handled when fourth in Kelso novice on debut (useful pair pulled well clear) but yard have had success with this family and he’s likely to improve.

8 PRINCEPHIL(GB)(27)

B g Linda’s Lad - Just A Feeling 5 11-5

J Jonathan England E Hood

T Sam England, Guiseley

O Tor Side Racing

B Mr & Mrs I. Ross

S Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd

9

VALTTERIITSJAMES(IRE)(19)

B g Poet’s Word (IRE) - Bruens Folly (IRE) 5 11-5

J Conner McCann (7)

T Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross

O The 1892 Partnership

B Miss Emma Tector

10 BIGLESISBACK(GB)(30)

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Asturienne 6 10-12

J Derek Fox

T Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross

O The Crick Girls

B Mr Kenneth Alexander

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 5

TIMEFORM VIEW Hooded for debut when fifth in 9-runner bumper at Kelso last month. Now sent hurdling but is probably one for the longer-term.

13Feb Kel 16f NHF heavy 5/9

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 5B1066

TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner took a small step forward when midfield in Newcastle maiden (100/1) last time but is seemingly being brought along with handicaps in mind.

21Feb Nwc 16f Hdl gd-sf 6/12 Jimbo Sport (FR) 30l 29Jan Ayr 16f Hdl soft 6/8 Stede Bonnet (IRE) 35l 15Jan Nwc 16f NHF gd-sf 11/15 Ronnie Russet 52l

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd TFRHHHHH BHA106 FORM 03222P

11 DANCINGDIANA(GB)(44)

B m Dragon Dancer - Fouenna (IRE) 5 10-12

J Jamie Hamilton

T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

O 4Racing Owners Club

B Angela Bennett

S Mark Walford Racing

12 STRATHCATCHA(GB)(30)

B m Linda’s Lad - Lethem Present (IRE) 6 10-12

J Edward Austin (5)

T Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh

O M Waterton, D Amos, G Rutherford

B Mr Tim Butt

13 BOWLINGSHANE(IRE)(13)

B g Australia - Ultra Appeal (IRE) 4 10-9

J Richard Patrick

T Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope

O C & C Boultbee Brooks

B China Horse Club

S Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited

DECLARED RUNNERS 13

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-related mare who posted consecutive solid efforts in novices (including clear second over C&D) and was well-backed runner-up on handicap bow at Musselburgh (3m) on New Year’s Day Forgiven latest run when yard was out of sorts and she could be difficult to peg back in a weak 2m maiden. 10Feb Ayr 24f HcpH soft P/9 Better Be Definite1Jan Mus 23f HcpH gd-sf 2/8 Snowrocco (IRE) 5l Dec25 Kel 20f Hdl soft 2/6 La Zoubida (FR) 31/

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 5

TIMEFORM VIEW Wasn’t given a hard time on bumper debut at Newcastle in January and looks the type to flourish at a later stage.

27Jan Nwc 16f NHF st-sl 5/8 Orestina 15l

TFRHIIII BHAFORM 0000P TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to make an impact. Improvement needed.

10Feb Ayr 20f Hdl soft P/9 Apache Tribe (IRE)3Feb Car 19f Hdl gd-sf 7/7 Sevarana (IRE) 47l Nov25 Car 17f NHF soft 7/7 Loveable Reprobate (IRE)104l

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 0

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat maiden who finished well held on final start for Kevin Philippart de Foy (changed hands for £28,000) and similar story on stable/hurdle debut last month. Does at least contest a much weaker race this time and worth a glance in the market with yard in good form.

27Feb Nby 16f Hdl gd-sf 8/9 Cecilia Star (IRE) 65l Oct25 Not 14f Hcp heavy 5/7 Cormier (IRE) 30l

Sep25 Kmp 11f Stk st-sl 4/9 Port of London (IRE) 41/2l

2025: BENMORE (IRE) 5 11 5 Danny McMenamin 4-9 (L J Morgan) 7 ran

Stewards Note: MCELHATTAN: Following its run on 16/2/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed throughout.

BIGLESISBACK: Following its run on 10/2/2026 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. BOWLING SHANE: Following its run on 27/2/2026 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Biglesisback (GB), 9-4 Mister R (GB), 12-1 Bowling Shane (IRE), 14-1 Prince Phil (GB), 20-1 McElhattan (IRE), 33-1 C’Mon So (IRE), Valtteri Its James (IRE), Dancing Diana (GB), 100-1 Millford Hill (IRE), 150-1 Melbourne Ghost (IRE), 300-1 Colonel Jack (GB), Countryman Joe (IRE), Strathcatcha (GB)

With her yard in much better form. standard-setter BIGLESISBACK can bounce back to open her account. Mister R looks the clear danger following an encouraging debut.

PLAY SMARTER

CHELTENHAM 1.20 2m 179y

THE RYANAIR MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2)

(Registered as THE DAWN RUN MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE) (GBB RACE)

for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £105000

Total l pr e

Owners Prize Money 1st £45192, 2nd £18627, 3rd £9314, 4th £4662, 5th £2331, 6th £1166, 7th £578, 8th £294. (Penalty Value £59083.50) 1 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 AL FONCE (FR) (72) 2113 D 5 11-4

Br B m Cokoriko (FR) - Al Gane (FR)

O M. K. Mariga

B *Unknown

Jordan Gainford J

N. George & A. Zetterholm, France T

TIMEFORMVIEW Fair hurdler, successful twice on heavy at Lyon Parilly in the autumn. Ran well under a penalty at Taunton over Christmas but this looks beyond her Usual headgear removed. TFR BHA120

2 AMEN KATE (IRE)

(82) 4-431T1

Br B m Flemensfirth (USA) - Augusta Kate

6 11-4

Jack Kennedy J

O Ciaran John Mooney/John Francis Ryan Thomas Cooper Ireland T

B Mr Kevin Doyle

TIMEFORMVIEW Likeableandstraightforwardmarewhotappedintoherfairlyusefulbumperformasshemadeherfirstcompletedstartatlisted levelawinningoneatThurles(2m)beforeChristmas.Thisdemandsanotherjoltofimprovementbutshecangoonagain. TFR BHA131

3 BAMBINO FEVER (IRE) (57) 111-121 C

Br Ch m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Midnight Way (IRE)

6 11-4

P. Townend J

O O’Connell Morgan Syndicate W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B Geoffrey Thompson

TIMEFORMVIEW Winnerofall4startsinbumpers,notablyChampionBumperandGrade1atPunchestown.Beatenonlybyarace-fitOldschoolOutlawwhenclearsecondon hurdlesdebutandlandedtheoddswiththeminimumoffussatFairyhouse.Willleavethatbareformwellbehindandlooksthecall.Tonguetieon. TFR

4

BLUE VELVET

(IRE) (45) U103-21 6 11-4

Br B m Blue Bresil (FR) - High Benefit (IRE)

Sean O’Keeffe J

O Gigginstown House Stud W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B John R. Hales

TIMEFORMVIEWBumperwinnerwhohasmadeapromisingstartoverhurdles,benefitingfrombothamorefluentroundofjumpingandthestepupintripasshelanded theoddsatPunchestown(19f,heavy)6weeksago.Moretocome(willbeastayer)butdownthepeckingorderforthestablehere. TFR BHA129

5 CARRIGMOORNASPRUCE (IRE) (75) 32-1122

Br Ch m Diamond Boy (FR) - Carrigmoorna Holly (IRE)

6 11-4

James Bowen J

O Victorious Forever Declan Queally, Ireland T

B Mr Michael Veale

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful bumper winner who was an impressive scorer on hurdles debut at Listowel in September Better form when runner-up twice in graded company since, latterly5lengthssecondinFutureChampionsNoviceatLeopardstown.Hasplentyofexperienceandcouldbeinthemixifitbecomesastaminatest TFR BHA135

6 CHOSEN COMRADE (IRE)

(91) 1-114 5 11-4

Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Timetostowaway (IRE) Sam Ewing J

O Mr Paul D. Leech Peter Fahey, Ireland T

B Mr F. Whelan

TIMEFORMVIEWBredtostaywellandseemedunsuitedbythesteadypaceasshemetwithdefeatforthefirsttimein19flistedmaresnovicehurdleatPunchestown3months ago.HadlookedpotentiallyusefulatLimerickandremainsonetobepositiveabout,althoughthisissurelytootoughatthisstage. TFR BHA-

7 DIAMOND DU BERLAIS

(FR) (36) 54-P301 5 11-4

Br B m Zarak (FR) - Crystal du Berlais (FR)

Mr P. W. Mullins J

O Mr P. Davies W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B Haras Du Berlais & Ballanties Racing

TIMEFORMVIEW Plenty of tries without success in France but fetched EUR160,000 in July and made no mistake starting out for top yard at Ludlow (21f) last month, coming clear with plenty in hand. Could do better and has place claims down in trip. TFR BHA132

8 ECHOING SILENCE (IRE)

Br B m Doyen (IRE) - Taipers (IRE)

(91)

1/51-11 6 11-4

Darragh O’Keeffe J

O Mr K. Alexander Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T

B Exors of the Late G. Rothwell

TIMEFORMVIEW Confirmed the promise of her debut when landing 12-runner bumper a year ago and made it 2 from 2 over obstacles in listed company at Punchestown in December Looks ready and able for a higher grade. TFR

9 FULL OF LIFE

(FR) (132) 3P-1421 D 7 11-4

Br B m Great Pretender (IRE) - Fulleren (FR) M. P. O’Connor J

O Mr Roger Kissane Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T

B Suc. Magalen Bryant

TIMEFORMVIEWLandedtheoddsatTramorelastsummerandbackfromaspellchasingintheautumn,shecausedabitofasurprise in 9-runner Grade 3 at Down Royal by 1 1/4 lengths from Carrigmoornaspruce,

10

FUTURE PROSPECT (IRE) (62) 1/153-61 6 11-4

Br B m Order of St George (IRE) - Mhuire Na Gale (IRE)

Harry Cobden J

O Mrs.John Magnier/Bronsan Racing W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B Margaret Treacy On His Own Stables

TIMEFORMVIEW Didn’t go on in bumpers after a win but got her career firmly back on track with a taking hurdling debut success after 8 months off at Naas (2m) 2 months ago, asserting on the long run-in. Task is to build on that now TFRHHHII BHA-

11

JACKIE HOBBS

(GB) (48) 110-141 6 11-4

Br B m Jack Hobbs - Miss Milborne

O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Jackie

B Barrow Hill

Paul O’Brien J

Harry Derham, Newbury T

Olive Print & Graphics S

TIMEFORMVIEWDual-bumperwinnerwhohadabitinhandwhenmakingasuccessfulhurdlesdebut/returnatNewbury Showedsimilarformwhenfourthof9in listedeventatHaydockthefollowingmonthandcementedexcellentstartoverhurdlesforlatestwinbackinanoviceatWarwick(19f). TFRHHHII BHA125

12 KINGSTON QUEEN (IRE) (33) 113-131 D

Br Gr m Kingston Hill - Competitive Affair (IRE)

O The Kingstonians

6 11-4

Jack Tudor J

David Pipe, Wellington T

B Jimmy Lawler W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORMVIEWProgressedwellinbumperslastseasonandit’sbeenasimilarstoryoverhurdles,nomatchforOldParkStarherebeforetaking19fWarwickGrade2(beat WhiteNoise3/4length)lastmonth.Opentofurtherimprovement,andworthherplaceatthislevel(cheekpiecescouldwellsharpenherup). TFRHHHII BHA129

13 LA CONQUIERE (FR) (54) 22-112 BF

7 11-4

Br B m Le Havre (IRE) - Montebella (FR) Gavin Sheehan J

O Spurrier, Slemeck, Henriques & Co

Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T

B Franklin Finance & S. Vidal & E. Ribard BetVictor S

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful in bumpers and looked good prospect when winning first 2 starts over hurdles, latterly in listed company at Newbury in November Cemented excellentstartwhensecondtoamore-experiencedrivalinWarfieldMares’HurdleatAscotandcouldbemoretocomeifkeepingerrorsdown. TFRHHHII BHA133

14 LOUVE D’IRLANDE (FR) (159) 101

Br B m Masked Marvel - Tisati’s (FR)

O Corn Partnership

B Mrs A. Fernandes-Thireau & Mrs M. Drion

5 11-4

Conor Stone-Walsh J

Paul Nolan, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEW Met with defeat just once in France (in Grade 1 bumper), switching to Paul Nolan after a successful hurdles debut at Fontainebleau in October Open to improvement but this is surely a bridge too far at this stage. TFRHHIII BHA-

15 OLDSCHOOL OUTLAW (IRE) (37) 3

Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Myztique (IRE)

20-111 6 11-4

Mark Walsh J

O Mr John P. McManus Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Ms M. McKenna Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORMVIEWListedbumperwinnerwhohadracefitnessonhersidewhenseeingoffBambinoFeveronhurdlesdebutatNaasinDecember,thepairclear.Maintained unbeatenrecordforthisyardwithastrong-travellingperformanceinGrade3Solerina5weeksagoanddemandsplentyofrespect

16

PLACE

DE

LA

NATION

(FR) (37) 325-112 5 11-4

Br B m Masked Marvel - Liberalis (FR)

TFRHHHHI BHA138

Danny Gilligan J

O Gigginstown House Stud W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B S.A.S. Ecurie X & Mr Yannick Fouin

TIMEFORMVIEW Not beaten far when 200/1 for the Triumph last year and started this season with 2 wins in thin races. Jumped well but readily outspeededbyOldschoolOutlawintheSolerinaatFairyhouselastmonthandhardtoseeherturningthatformaround.

17 SCAVENGERS REIGN (IRE) (35) 3-2r313 BF 6 11-4

Br B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Hasiteasy (IRE)

O Mrs C. H. N. Chamberlain

Sam Twiston-Davies J

James Owen, Newmarket T

B M. Sheehy Hydrocut Limited S TIMEFORMVIEW Justified heavy support against her own sex at Wetherby on Boxing Day Shaped quite well in a handicap at Doncaster last month but this is a very tall order. TFRHIIII BHA110

18 ST IRENE (IRE) (72) 630-211 6 11-4

Br Gr m Malinas (GER) - Seren Gris

O The Saints

Jack Quinlan J

Nick Scholfield, Lambourn T

B Rbr Bloodstock Ltd & Rathbarry Stud SBZ Corporation Limited S TIMEFORMVIEW EasywinnerofaSouthwellbumperonherdebutforBenBrookhouse.Builtonhurdlingdebutsecondfornewyardwithanimpressivesuccessin 7-runnernovicehurdleatWincantonandtookstepuptolistedclassinherstridewhenfollowingupatTaunton.Lotsmoreneeded. TFRHHHII BHA123

19 WHITE

NOISE

(IRE) (33) 23-1112

Br Br m Kingston Hill - Sounds Poetic (IRE)

O Mr J. Perriss

B John & Jimmy Lawler

6 11-4

Tom Bellamy J

Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham T

Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWCompletedahat-trickinafirst-timetonguestrapin8-runner2mhandicapatNewburyinDecember Hadherwinningrunendedbutlostvery littleindefeat(shortofroombriefly)behindKingstonQueeninGrade2atWarwicklastmonthandtherecouldbemoretocome. TFRHHHII BHA128

20

CHARME DE FAUST (FR) (42) 21

Br B f Goliath Du Berlais (FR) - Charmeuse (IRE)

4 10-8

Danny Mullins J

O Mrs S. Ricci W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B S.A.R.L. Haras De Saint Faust et al

TIMEFORMVIEW Second of 18 in newcomers hurdle at Auteuil for Gabriel Leenders and acquired by leading connections, she looked a useful prospect when hammering 11 rivals at Thurles (2m) in January Expected to leave bare form of that well behind. TFRHHHII BHA-

21 MANGANESE (FR) (47) 1111 D

Br B f Nirvana Du Berlais (FR) - Buttercup (FR)

4 10-8

David Bass J

O S W Racing Max Comley, Sutton Veny T

B Haras de Tonnencourt

TIMEFORMVIEW French bumper winner who is unbeaten in 3 juvenile hurdles for Max Comley, including defeating Manlaga in a fillies listed event at Doncaster in January Well-bred mare who will stay further when required. TFRHHHII BHA125

22 MILLE ET UNE VIES (FR) (299) 32-2

Br Gr f The Grey Gatsby (IRE) - Avacapa (FR)

4 10-8

Harry Skelton J

O Mrs Johnny de la Hey Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Thierry Cypres

The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful form over hurdles, placed all 3 starts at Auteuil, best effort when 8 lengths second of 10 to Olga de Kiev in Group 3 Prix Sagan when last seen in May Has left Francois Nicolle and joined very powerful British stable. TFRHHHII BHA135

DECLARED RUNNERS 22 2025: AIR OF ENTITLEMENT (IRE) 6 11 4 Rachael Blackmore 16-1 (Henry de Bromhead) 23 ran Hood worn first time by No. 14. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 12. Hood worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7, 19.

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Bambino Fever (IRE), 10-3 Oldschool Outlaw (IRE), 16-1 Carrigmoornaspruce (IRE), 18-1 Place de La Nation (FR), 20-1 Echoing Silence (IRE), La Conquiere (FR), 28-1 Kingston Queen (IRE), 33-1 Future Prospect (IRE), Charme de Faust (FR), 40-1 Amen Kate (IRE), Mille Et Une Vies (FR), 50-1 Full of Life (FR), Manganese (FR), 66-1 Blue Velvet (IRE), Diamond du Berlais (FR), 80-1 Jackie Hobbs (GB), White Noise (IRE), 150-1 Chosen Comrade (IRE), Louve d’Irlande (FR), St Irene (IRE), 200-1 Scavengers Reign (IRE), 300-1 Al Fonce (FR)

Last year’s Champion Bumper heroine BAMBINO FEVER wasn’t troubled when landing very short odds at Fairyhouse and with more improvement to come she ticks plenty of boxes. Oldschool Outlaw is the only horse to have beaten her and looks the biggest danger bidding to go 3-3 over hurdles. Kingston Queen was sent off favourite when third to Old Park Star here in December and stamped her class when taking a Grade 2 at Warwick subsequently She could be in the mix in first-time cheekpieces.

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Leading course trainer (20-25): S Corbett (18 wins from 139 runners, 13%) runs KNOCKERANNA ROSE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Whillans (2 wins from 6 runners, 33%) runs ELLISTRIN BAY

Longest Traveller: BRAY DALE trained by C Bissett, Leslie, 130 miles.

1 MYMYMYDELILAH(GB)(19)

B m Blue Bresil (FR) - Dilys Thomas (IRE) 6 11-12

J Sean Quinlan E Tongue Strap

T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk

O Mr S. Coltherd

B James and Jean Potter Ltd

2 UPTHEREFORTHINKING(IRE)(74)

B g Mount Nelson - Martinstown Queen (IRE)7 11-9

J Sean Grantham (10) E Visor

T Jake Coulson, Heaton

O The Carter Family

B Miss Ruth Hassett

S Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing

3 ELLISTRINBAY(GB)(27)

B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Ellistrin Belle 7 11-8

J Jamie Hamilton E Blinkers, Tongue Strap

T Donald Whillans, Hawick

O Ellistrin Partnership

B Eileen & Ron Smith

S Sport of Kings

4 KNOCKERANNAROSE(IRE)(24)

Gr g Cloudings (IRE) - Toarmandowithlove (IRE) 6 11-7

J Conor Rabbitt (3)

T Susan Corbett, Otterburn

O Ladies That Race

B Miss R. Enright

S Finnies Heavy Haulage

5 JUNKYARDDOG(IRE)(24)

B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Gold Bracelet (IRE) 4 11-1

J Danny McMenamin E Blinkers, Tongue Strap

T Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

O A Sinclair David Carroll & G Gibson

B Whisperview Trading Ltd

S Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

6 ROCKNROLLCHAMP(IRE)(21)

Ch g Champs Elysees - Another Pet (IRE) 8 10-8

J Edward Austin (5) E Cheek Pieces

T Sandy Forster, Kelso

O Dave Skeldon & Sandy Forster

B James Robinson

7 GOLDRING(GB)(24)

B g Golden Horn - La Dorotea (IRE) 9 10-7

J Charlie Maggs (3)

T Neil Mechie, Middleham

O Mr N. Mechie

B Deerfield Farm

TFRHHHHH BHA91 FORM 2-6534U

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair bumper performer who showed an aptitude for hurdling in maidens and though disappointing in pair of handicaps, she could bounce back dropped into a very modest race in first-time tongue strap. 21Feb Nwc 16f HcpH gd-sf U/7 She’s Notjoeking25Jan Seg 16f HcpH gd-sf 4/7 Kazar Forez (FR) 42l Dec25 Kel 20f Hdl soft 3/6 La Zoubida (FR) 43l

TFRHIIII BHA88

FORM 40465-5

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed nothing after 14 months off in a Leicester seller in December and fitting of more severe headgear hardly a sign of confidence.

Dec25 Lei 20f Hdl soft 5/5 Casa Loupi 65l

Nov24 Lei 20f HcpH gd-sf 5/10 Lord of All Saints (FR) 11l Oct24 Str 22f HcpH soft 6/10 Copshill Lad (IRE) 48l

TFRHHHII BHA87

FORM 3-PPP0

TIMEFORM VIEW Green when third in a weak bumper on debut last April and completed for the first time over hurdles when seventh of 11 in novice hurdle at Kelso 27 days ago. Makes handicap hurdle debut from lowly base.

13Feb Kel 16f Hdl heavy 7/11 Kaka’s Cousin (IRE) 35l

Dec25 Kel 16f Hdl gd-sf P/11 They Want Me (IRE)Nov25 Mus 15f Hdl gd-sf P/14 Chanonry Point (IRE) -

TFRHHHII BHA86

FORM 426604

TIMEFORM VIEW Steadily improved in bumpers and best effort over hurdles when fourth on handicap bow at Carlisle last month. Shaped like a stayer that day though, so drop back in trip might not be in his favour

16Feb Car 19f HcpH soft 4/9 Scairp Dubh 13l

22Jan Wet 16f Hdl soft 8/12 Starmount (IRE) 83l Dec25 Kel 16f Hdl gd-sf 6/11 They Want Me (IRE) 31l

TFRHHHII BHA90 (-2)

FORM 34506

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to recapture form shown when modest third on hurdle debut for Joseph O’Brien last August, though first-time blinkers a plus given how he went through the race at Carlisle last time.

16Feb Car 19f HcpH soft 6/9 Scairp Dubh 30l

15Jan Nwc 20f HcpH gd-sf 12/16 Cher Monsieur (FR) 21l Nov25 Mus 15f Hdl gd-sf 5/8 Bruce Banner (IRE) 12l

TFRHHHHI BHA73

FORM P05434

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran best race when fourth in this contest last season and had been running respectably over hurdles this campaign prior to another poor chase effort last time. Clearly better suited to hurdling and could make a bold bid.

19Feb Seg 21f HcpC soft 4/5 Too Cool Forshrule (IRE) 30l 27Jan Nwc 20f HcpH heavy 3/10 Parish Star (IRE) 11l Dec25 Car 17f HcpH soft 4/10 Fostered Phil (IRE) 91/2l

TFRHHIII BHA72 FORM 0/P0P-00

TIMEFORM VIEW Likely still working his way to fitness at Carlisle (19f, soft) last time, hanging in there longer than some in a test of stamina, though he’s yet to get close to breaking his duck in this sphere.

8 BRAYDALE(GB)(6)

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Cherry West (IRE) 9 10-7

J Bruce Lynn E Cheek Pieces

T Catch Bissett, Leslie

O Bissett Racing

B Wood Farm Stud

S Tote

9 BLENDEDSTEALTH(GB)(50)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Wyldello 9 10-6

J Joshua Thompson (5) E Cheek Pieces

T Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland

O Mr D Mullen & Exors Of Mr G Barker

B R. D and Mrs J. S. Chugg

S Eden Commercials Cumbria Limited

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

TFRHIIII BHA72 (-1)

FORM 3-05P0P D

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives with little recent form.

6Mar Ayr 16f HcpH soft P/7 Platin Moon (FR)10Feb Ayr 20f HcpH soft 8/9 The Coffey Boy (IRE) 56l 2Jan Ayr 20f HcpH soft P/19 So Many Roads -

TFRHHHHI BHA71 FORM 52F54P CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Temperamental sort underlined he’s not a chaser at Catterick last time, though is now 4lb lower than when successful under a positive ride over C&D in May

21Jan Cat 19f HcpC gd-sf P/6 Marty McFly (IRE)Dec25 Seg 16f HcpC gd-sf 4/7 Huit Reflets (FR) 103/4l Dec25 Hex 15f HcpC heavy 5/8 Stick With Me Sam (FR) 32l

2025: DICKENS (IRE) 7 11 5 Philip Armson 4-1 (Alan King) 13 ran

Stewards Note: ROCK N ROLL CHAMP: Following its run on 19/2/2026 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Knockeranna Rose (IRE), 4-1 Rock N Roll Champ (IRE), 9-2 Blended Stealth (GB), 6-1 My My My Delilah (GB), 10-1 Junkyard Dog (IRE), 12-1 Ellistrin Bay (GB), 25-1 Gold Ring (GB), 33-1 Upthereforthinking (IRE), 40-1 Bray Dale (GB)

Fair bumper performer MY MY MY DELILAH is given another chance now eased in grade and she may provide a welcome winner for the yard. Rock N Roll Champ and Blended Stealth are both likely to be ridden positively back over hurdles and could set it up for the selection. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MY MY

PLAY SMARTER

Cheltenham 2.00 2m 4f 127y

THE JACK RICHARDS NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE

(CLASS 1) (Grade 2) (Registered as The GOLDEN MILLER) (GBB RACE)

for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £125000

Owners Prize Money 1st £49100, 2nd £24550, 3rd £12275, 4th £6138, 5th £3063, 6th £1538, 7th £763, 8th £388. (Penalty Value £64300) Weights raised 1lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 GOLD DANCER (FR)

(32) 111224

Br B g Doctor Dino (FR) - Steel Dancer (FR)

7 11-12

Anna McGuinness (7) J

O Gigginstown House Stud W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B SCEA De Maulepaire & M.C. De Saint Seine TIMEFORMVIEWCompletedahat-trickinGrade3atTipperaryinOctoberoverthistrip.FoundGrade1companytoohotnexttworunsbutnotdiscreditedwhenlastof4in Grade2atNavan(3m)lastmonth,fadingfromlastandnotknockedabout Noforlornhopedroppingbackintrip.Oneof5forWillieMullins. TFRHHHII BHA152

2 SIXMILEBRIDGE (IRE) (40) 1D0-111 CD

7 11-10

Br B g Affinisea (IRE) - Luck Or Logic (IRE) Kielan Woods J

O The Megsons Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T

B Miss Barbara Hanna BresBet S

TIMEFORMVIEW Frontrunnerwhohaslookedasmartrecruittochasingthisterm,completingahat-trickin4-runnerScillyIslesatSandownin January having earlier won at Ayr and over C&D. Has more to offer on his handicap debut and a likely player TFR

3

SLADE STEEL (IRE) (54) 322-2B2 C BF 8 11-6

150

Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Mariet Darragh O’Keeffe J

O Robcour Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T

B Pollards Stables

TIMEFORMVIEW 2024SupremeHurdlevictor Quitelightlyracedsincebuthasshownsmartformoverfencesdespitefailingtowin,fadinglatewhenrunner-up forthefourthtimein3mNavannoviceinJanuary Couldstilldobetterthoughnowgoingintohandicapcompanyrevertedintrip. TFRHHHII BHA146

4 REGENT’S STROLL (IRE) (70) 212-312 BF 7 11-5

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Pretty Puttens (IRE)

O Ferguson, Mason, Hales, Hogarth & Vogt

Harry Cobden J

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Mrs Rita Kent Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulwinninghurdlerwhobuiltonhischasingdebutpromisewheneasilywinningamatchatWincantoninDecember Againhoodedbutfailedtogoonas expectedwhenafree-goingsecondof5inC&Dnovicefollowingmonth.Jumpswellandremainswithpotentialifbecomingmoretractable. TFRHHHII BHA145

5 OL MAN DINGLE (IRE)

(102) 145-115

Br B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Curragh Na Gold (IRE)

7 11-5

Ricky Doyle J

O Dunglen Racing Syndicate Eoin Griffin, Ireland T

B Eamonn Byrne

TIMEFORMVIEWProgressedintoausefulhurdlerlasttermandtookitupanothernotchoverfenceswhenbaggingGalwaymaidenandCorkGrade3.Cameinawell-heldfifth inDrinmoreChaseatFairyhousewhenlastseeninNovemberthough.Moreneededonhisfirstgoinhandicapswithcheekpiecesadded.

6 KING ALEXANDER (IRE) (26) 003-231

Br B g Mount Nelson - Pale Face (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA145

8 11-4

Danny Mullins J

O Mr John I Neocleous W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B Mr J. Finlay

TIMEFORMVIEW Ausefulandversatilewinninghurdlerwhohasmadeapositivestartinthissphere,comfortablylandingtheoddsin2m3fnovice atGowranlastmonth.Likelycapableofbetteronhisfirstgoinahandicapchaseandshouldn’tbeunderestimated. TFRHHHII BHA144

7 WINGMEN (IRE) (70) 206-232

Br B g Kayf Tara - Raise You Five (IRE)

O Bective Stud

8 11-2

Jack Kennedy J

Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Cathal Ennis Gordon Elliott, Bective Stud S TIMEFORMVIEWWinlesssincehisdebutoverhurdlesbuthe’sshownveryusefulforminatrioofrunssentchasingthisterm,runner-upforthesecondtimein 2m5fnoviceatFairyhouseinJanuary Alikelyplayernowventuringintohandicapsforthefirsttimeonalenient-lookingmark. TFRHHHHI BHA142

8 KISS WILL (FR) (25) 101-322 BF

6 11-1

Br B or Ro g Tunis (POL) - Vita Will (FR) J. J. Slevin J

O H. O. S. Syndicate W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B S.A.S. Elevage Michel Rivaillon

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful 3m winner over hurdles who has progressed with each of his 3 runs over fences this season. pulling clear of rest when second of7innoviceatPunchestown(2m7f)lastmonth.Candobetterstillnowgoinghandicapping.AnotheroftheMullinsquintet TFRHHHII BHA141

9 MOON ROCKET (IRE) (53) 22P-126 D 6 11-0

Br Br g Doyen (IRE) - Sea Rocket (IRE)

O Youneverknow

B Mr Dean Sinnott

Tom Bellamy J

Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham T

Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Quicktogetoffthemarksentchasingthisterm,easilytaking3mhandicapatDoncasterinNovember.Beateninamatchtherenexttimethoughand failedtoconvincewithhisjumpingwhenlastof6in3mGrade2atWindsorinJanuary Hassinceundergonebreathingsurgery(alsotonguetied). TFRHHIII BHA140

10

JORDANS CROSS (IRE)

(47) 12-1F11 CD 6 11-0

Br B g Berkshire (IRE) - Mrs Jordan (IRE)

Sam Twiston-Davies J

O The Steeple Chasers Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T

B Brian Kiely geegeez.co.uk S

TIMEFORMVIEW Irish point winner was quick to switch to fences and he’s looked an exciting prospect, going 3-4 (might be unbeaten but for last-fence fall here) in TimeformNovices’HandicapoverC&DinJanuary,gettinguplatehavingconcededfirstrun.Thatformhasworkedoutverywellsobigshout TFRHHHHH BHA140

11 MEETMEBYTHESEA

(IRE) (33) 113-116 6 10-13

Br B g Watar (IRE) - Lake Wakatipu

Ben Jones J

O Mr John P. McManus Ben Pauling, Naunton T

B Mr Maurice Day Fitzdares S

TIMEFORMVIEWProgressivehurdlerlastseason(won3times)andcontinuedhisimprovementswitchedtofenceswhenscoring(around2m)atWetherbyandAyreither sideofChristmas.FoundGameSpiritChaseatNewburytootoughlastmonthbutthesorttobouncebackrevertedtohandicapcompany

12 INTENSE APPROACH (GB) (12) P0-15U5 C D

7 10-11

Br Ch g Jack Hobbs - Intense Tango Alex Harvey (3) J

O Ms Caroline Ahearn John McConnell, Ireland T

B Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful3mwinninghurdler MadeawinningstartoverfencesatGalway(22.5f)inAugustbutdisappointedhereinOctoberandcameina well-beatenlastof5inGrade3atNavanlastmonth.Cheekpiecesarereachedfornowandhehasplentytoprove.

13 STENCIL (GB) (44) 620-521 5 10-11

Br B g Masar (IRE) - Fullofwonder

O Mr John P. McManus

B Eminent Kind Ltd

Jonathan Burke J

N. George & A. Zetterholm, France T

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful winning 2m French hurdler and he has made a bright start in this sphere, runner-up at Ascot before easily going one better in 2m novice at Chepstow in January Well in the mix with more still to come on his first go over this trip.

14 WESTERN KNIGHT (IRE) (26) U0-4112 7 10-10

Br B g Westerner - Milford Maggie (IRE)

Brendan Powell J

O The Wychwood Partnership Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Mr Noel O’Connor Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Went off the boil over hurdles but progressing over fences, landing novices at around this trip at Haydock and Doncaster before a very good second of 3 in Reynoldstownat Ascot (3m) 26 days ago. First go in a handicap and possibilities. TFRHHHII BHA136

15 OLD COWBOY (GB) (19) 32-31F3 D 6 10-9

Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Tara View Non Runner J

O Barry & Baroness Noakes Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T

B Glebe Farm Stud KM Elite Products Ltd S

NON-RUNNER

TIMEFORMVIEW NON RUNNER. TFRIIIII BHA135

16 THE BLUESMAN (FR) (26) 1/13-121 7 10-8

Br B g Crillon (FR) - Firmini (FR)

Sean Bowen J

O Neil Smith & Alfie Smith Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Dr V. Bernard Stoffel & Mr Vincent Leroy Betano S

TIMEFORMVIEW Maiden hurdle winner for Paul Nicholls who is much improved over fences for his current yard, readily going 2-3 in handicap at Haydock over this trip last month. Up 8lb but capable of better still and one to consider TFRHHHII BHA134

17 WHERE’S MY JET (IRE) (39) U40F06 7 10-7

Br B g Jet Away - Katsca (IRE)

Sean O’Keeffe J

O Two Lucky Men Partnership W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B Ms Mary Tucker

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful hurdles winner who posted his best effort over fences when sixth of 23 in 2m5f Leopardstown handicap last month, travelling strongly long way. Can do better but looks one of the outsiders of the Mullins quintet. TFRHHHII BHA133

18 KDEUX SAINT FRAY (FR) (19) 2-F1243 C 6 10-6

Br B g Masked Marvel - Magic Saintfray (FR)

O Les Bleus Fonces

Rex Dingle J

Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T

B Mme Catherine Savare geegeez.co.uk S

TIMEFORMVIEW GotoffthemarkoverfenceshereinNovemberandfineeffortsindefeatintheframeingoodhandicapssince,unluckybehindJordans CrossbackhereinJanuaryandkeepingonwhenthirdinanotherdeepeventatKempton3weeksago.Onetoconsider

19 DR EGGMAN (FR) (35) 120-033 8 10-6

Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Jahra (FR)

131

John Shinnick (3) J

O Mrs S. Ricci W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B Mr Herve Lair & Mr Jean-Louis Lair

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful 2m3f winning hurdler Brought along steadily in maidens in this sphere, third of 10 at Thurles 35 days ago. Has more to offer on his handicap debut for all he’ll be one of the longer-priced runners for Willie Mullins. TFRHHHII BHA130

20 BEN SOLO (IRE) (75)

20-512U BF

Br B g Kingston Hill - Princess Leya (IRE)

7 10-6

Brian Hughes J O Mr David McDermott

Rebecca Curtis, Newport T B John Fallon

Express Contract Drying Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEW Muchimprovedfortheswitchtofencesthisterm,makingallin2m3fChepstowhandicapinNovember Lookedsettobagasecondsuccessthere whenunseatedrider3out(infront)justafterChristmas.Thatformhasworkedoutwellandhe’snotdismissedhavingbeenkeptfreshsince.

DECLARED RUNNERS 20 2025: CALDWELL POTTER (FR) 7 11 4 Harry Cobden 7-1 (Paul Nicholls) 19 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5, 12. Hood worn by No. 4, 13. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 14, 16, 18. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 9.

Probable S.P’s: 7-1 Jordans Cross (IRE), 9-1 Regent’s Stroll (IRE), Meetmebythesea (IRE), 11-1 Sixmilebridge (IRE), Slade Steel (IRE), Stencil (GB), 14-1 The Bluesman (FR), 16-1 King Alexander (IRE), Wingmen (IRE), 22-1 Kiss Will (FR), 25-1 Kdeux Saint Fray (FR), 28-1 Gold Dancer (FR), 33-1 Ol Man Dingle (IRE), Western Knight (IRE), Dr Eggman (FR), Ben Solo (IRE), 40-1 Moon Rocket (IRE), 66-1 Intense Approach (GB), 100-1 Where’s My Jet (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

JORDANS CROSS earmarked himself for this ultra-competitive contest when a last-gasp winner of the Timeform Novices’ Handicap over C&D in January That race has thrown up plenty of Cheltenham Festival winners and this highly progressive sort is fancied to become another Gordon Elliott’s handicap debutant Wingmen figures on a handy-looking mark and seems sure to be on the premises, while Sixmilebridge, Kdeux Saint Fray, Stencil, and Ben Solo all need factoring in too.

ARE CASE IH’S N01

HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series Qualifier)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000

Owners Prize Money 1st £4039 2nd £2019 3rd £1010 4th £505 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281)

Leading course trainer (20-25): W Coltherd (12 wins from 122 runners, 10%) runs RIGHTBACKATYOU Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Williams (2 wins from 5 runners, 40%) runs FORTUNEFAVORSDBOLD Longest Traveller: FORTUNEFAVORSDBOLD trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 362 miles.

1 BAPTISMOFFIRE(IRE)(24)

B g Jeremy (USA) - Julia Glynn (IRE) 11 12-0

J Jonathon Bewley E Cheek Pieces

T Kevin Hunter Natland

O Mr K. Hunter

B Seamus Cooney S Tote

2 FORTUNEFAVORSDBOLD(IRE)(28)

B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Consuelita 8 12-0

J Charlie Maggs (3) E Cheek Pieces

T Christian Williams, Bridgend

O All Stars Sports Racing

B Mr Richard Busher

S Dodson and Horrell

3 KINGOFCONG(IRE)(74)

B g Gamut (IRE) - Bawnmore Lass (IRE) 8 11-9

J Tom Midgley (3) E Blinkers

T Sam England, Guiseley

O Mr Jonathan Poulter

B Mr E. Mulryan

S Money Claim Collections Group Ltd, Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd

4 PARKRULES(IRE)(68)

B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Staraba (FR) 7 11-4

J Danny McMenamin

T Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

O The Farming Army

B Whitebarn Farming Ltd

S Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

5 QUICKASICAN(IRE)(23)

Gr g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Courting Shinney 9 11-4

J Theo Gillard E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Jessica Bedi, Yarm

O Mr Andrew Gale

B Myles Sunderland

6

DIDNTGOTWENTY(IRE)(25)

Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Brogarais (IRE)7 10-12

J Sean Quinlan E Cheek Pieces

T Martin Todhunter, Penrith

O Mr J. W. Hazeldean

B Thomas Ward

S Tote

7 RELIANCEKID(FR)(56)

Ch g Reliable Man - Democratie (FR) 7 10-11

J Peter Kavanagh

T Andrew Wilson, Orton

O Clouds of Orton

B Elevage Des Loges & Didier Delavigne

TFRHIIII BHA97 FORM 5//P-PPPP D

TIMEFORM VIEW One-time fairly useful hurdler/winning chaser for Henry de Bromhead, but no recent form and increasingly looks one to avoid. 16Feb Car 19f HcpC gd-sf P/8 Trac (FR)30Jan Cat 25f HcpH soft P/8 Born In The West (IRE)2Jan Ayr 24f HcpH soft P/10 Ikarak (FR) -

TFRHHHHH BHA97 FORM 43-23F2 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t hit the target for a while but she runs more good races than bad ones overall and thwarted only by one who had slipped a long way in the weights at Leicester on most recent outing. Big chance, especially with the assistance of a promising 3-lb conditional.

12Feb Lei 22f HcpC heavy 2/7 Fay Ce Que Voudras (IRE)13/4l 30Jan Cat 25f HcpC soft F/6 Bo Cruz (IRE)Dec25 Utt 24f HcpC gd-sf 3/13 Express Surprise (IRE) 21l

TFRHHHII BHA92

FORM 0P2430

TIMEFORM VIEW Posted his best effort over fences when second here in November but form has been regressive since. Blinkers replace cheekpieces.

Dec25 Cat 25f HcpC good 10/14 Valence d’Aumont (FR) 42l

Dec25 Hex 20f HcpC heavy 3/8 Heeztheboy (IRE) 24l

Nov25 Swl 24f HcpC gd-sf 4/7 Queens Wish (IRE) 91/4l

TFRHHHII BHA87

FORM 00-0000

TIMEFORM VIEW Disappointing so far under Rules but hails from good family (out of half-sister to dam of Douvan and Jonbon), so any market support could be significant on debut for new connections.

3Jan Crk 20f Ch yd-sf 9 Way Down South (IRE) 32l

Oct25 Thu 15f HcpH gd-yd 13 Destivelle (IRE) 67l Sep25 Gal 22f HcpH gd-yd 13 Navy Waves (IRE) 29l

TFRHHIII BHA87

FORM 323//P-0P

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed first 3 starts over hurdles in 2022/23 for Rebecca Menzies but very lightly raced and little impact since, including on chasing debut in this headgear latest.

17Feb Mkt 23f HcpC soft P/6 Scottish King (IRE)27Jan Nwc 20f HcpH heavy 8/10 Parish Star (IRE) 52l Apr25 Hex 20f HcpH good P/12 Blakey Boy (IRE) -

TFRHHHHI BHA81

FORM 0-35521 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed promise of previous run when winning 6-runner handicap chase (11/10) at Musselburgh 25 days ago, jumping fluently and drawing clear from 3 out. Can go well again despite a 9lb hike in the weights.

15Feb Mus 20f HcpC soft 1/6 King Horse (FR) 6l 1Jan Mus 20f HcpC gd-sf 2/7 Marty McFly (IRE) 12l Dec25 Ayr 24f HcpC heavy 5/11 Wholly Boley (IRE) 20l

TFRHHHII BHA80

FORM P/20-000

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in bumper for Gordon Elliott and has shown little in novice/handicap hurdles, though did finish runner-up on the second of 2 outings in points earlier in his career, so could fare better now going chasing after a breathing operation.

15Jan Nwc

8 STOWAWAYJOHN(IRE)(92)

B g Stowaway - Figlette 12 10-10

J Craig Nichol E Tongue Strap

T Sandy Forster, Kelso

O Mr C. Storey

B Ronnie O’Neill

9

RIGHTBACKATYOU(IRE)(30)

B g Kingston Hill - Shandora (IRE) 8 10-10

J Derek Fox

T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk

O A Miller S Coltherd

TFRHHHII BHA79

FORM 01/400-U CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who failed to complete (unseated rider 5 out) on his return here in December

Dec25 Hex 15f HcpC heavy U/8 Stick With Me Sam (FR)Feb25 Car 24f HcpC soft 12/15 Don Brocco 66l Dec24 Hex 15f HcpC soft 7/10 Tommy Combats (IRE) 19l

B M. Ryan TFRHHIII BHA79

10 LEWAHOUSE(GB)(30)

B g Yeats (IRE) - Primrose Time 10 10-8

J Bruce Lynn E Cheek Pieces

T Catch Bissett, Leslie

O Bissett Racing

B Mrs D. A. Whitaker

S Tote

11 CAVEHILL(GB)(21)

Ch g Universal (IRE) - Belfast Central (IRE) 7 10-7

J Callum Bewley E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Ian Duncan, Coylton

O Stephen Sinclair & Ian Duncan

B Ian Duncan & Stephen Sinclair

S Ian Duncan Racing

12 KINGSTONROCK(IRE)(30)

Gr g Kingston Hill - Rock High Lady (IRE) 8 10-3

J Edward Austin (5) E Cheek Pieces

T Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh

O Mr J L and Mrs H R Gledson

B Maurice Geraghty

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

FORM 5-600FP

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden hurdler who made an unpromising start over fences at Ayr last month. Hard to fancy on the back of that.

10Feb Ayr 24f HcpC soft P/11 Le Grand Vert (FR)27Jan Nwc 20f HcpH heavy F/10 Parish Star (IRE)Dec25 Mus 15f HcpH soft 7/10 Newport 23l

TFRHHIII BHA77 FORM 02-5606 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort over fences when second of 6 in a handicap here in late 2024/25 but has struggled since. including back over hurdles.

10Feb Ayr 20f HcpH soft 6/9 The Coffey Boy (IRE) 50l 2Jan Ayr 20f HcpH soft 13/19 So Many Roads 56l Dec25 Ayr 24f HcpC heavy 6/11 Wholly Boley (IRE) 27l

TFRHHHII BHA76 FORM 653603 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who was let down by his jumping when third in 5-runner handicap chase (9/2) at Sedgefield (21.1f, soft) 3 weeks ago. Eased a further 2lb in the weights.

19Feb Seg 21f HcpC soft 3/5 Too Cool Forshrule (IRE) 28l 3Feb Car 24f HcpC gd-sf 9/14 Orkney Blue 36l 2Jan Ayr 24f HcpC soft 6/14 Cowboy Cooper (IRE) 16l

TFRHHIII BHA72

FORM 036-PPP

TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up all 3 starts this season, including over fences, and easily passed over

10Feb Ayr 24f HcpC soft P/11 Le Grand Vert (FR)Dec25 Hex 15f HcpC heavy P/8 Stick With Me Sam (FR)Nov25 Seg 16f HcpH soft P/9 John Betjeman -

2025: DIVAS DOYEN (IRE) 8 10 4 Miss Heidi Palin 9-1 (Sandy Forster) 11 ran

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Didntgotwenty (IRE), 9-4 Fortunefavorsdbold (IRE), 12-1 Cave Hill (GB), 16-1 Park Rules (IRE), Stowaway John (IRE), 18-1 King of Cong (IRE), 22-1 Lewa House (GB), 25-1 Reliance Kid (FR), 50-1 Rightbackatyou (IRE), Kingston Rock (IRE), 80-1 Quickasican (IRE), 200-1 Baptism of Fire (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

FORTUNEFAVORSDBOLD hasn’t won for a long time, but she was thwarted only by one who had slipped a long way in the weights at Leicester on her most recent outing and this could be her day Didntgotwenty has been hiked up 9lb for his Musselburgh success but has to be respected in another handicap lacking depth, while Park Rules is worth a look in the betting setting out for new connections.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

Horserace

THE CLOSE BROTHERS MARES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Registered as The DAVID NICHOLSON MARES’ HURDLE) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE)

for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £125000 Owners Prize Money 1st £53800, 2nd £22175, 3rd £11088, 4th £5550, 5th £2775, 6th £1388, 7th £688. (Penalty Value £70337.50)

colours no horse age st-lb

1 DREAM ON BABY (IRE) (47) P22132 6 11-5

Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Dreambaby (IRE) Donagh Meyler J

O Seven Heads Group Syndicate Emmet Mullins, Ireland T

B Gce Farm Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW BacktowinningwaysinListedmareseventatKempton(2m5f)inNovemberandhasimprovedherformwhenplacedinGrade3 atLeopardstown(behindWodhooh)andGrade2atDoncaster(beaten2lbyFeetofADancer)since.Noforlornhope. TFRHHHII BHA141

2

FEET OF A DANCER (FR) (47) 343-121 D

Br B m Authorized (IRE) - Leah Claire (IRE)

7 11-5

Sean O’Keeffe J

O Cathy Byrne Paul Nolan, Ireland T

B Mr Frank McNulty

TIMEFORMVIEW ReliablesortwhoresumedwithlistedhurdlesuccessatPunchestown(2m2f)andgainedafirstwiningradedcompanyinYorkshire RoseatDoncaster(3m)inJanuary Runner-uptoWodhoohatLeopardstowninbetweensoshecan’tbetotallydismissed. TFRHHHII BHA144

3 JADE DE GRUGY

(FR) (53) 12-1321 D 7 11-5

Br B m Doctor Dino (FR) - Diane de Grugy (FR) P. Townend J

O Mr K. Alexander W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B S.C.E.A. Ecurie La Grugerie

TIMEFORMVIEW Smartwinninghurdlerwhohasshownsimilarformsentoverfencesthisseason,easilymakingallinGrade2atThurlesinJanuary Runner-upto Lossiemouthinthis12monthsagoandsheshouldn’tbetakenlightlyrevertedtothissphereasthesolerepresentativeofWillieMullins. TFRHHHHI BHA150

4 JETARA (IRE) (47) 43-3303 D 8 11-5

Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Jelan (IRE)

Sam Ewing J

O Mr G. McGrath Mrs J. Harrington, Ireland T

B Gerard M. McGrath

TIMEFORMVIEW LandedGrade2mares’hurdleatDoncasterlastseasonwhenalsoagoodfourthinthisevent WinlessthistermbutreturnedtoformwhenthirdtoFeet ofADancerbackinYorkshireRoseatDoncaster(3m)inJanuary Blinkersreplaceusualcheekpiecesandshelookssetforminorhonoursagainhere.TFRHHHIIBHA145

5 SUNSET MARQUESA (IRE) (54) 1F-3143 D 7 11-5

Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Be My Sunset (IRE) Brendan Powell J

O The Wychwood Partnership

Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Mr I. McGrath Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Notchedathirdsuccessoverhurdlesina2m4fmareshandicapatSandowninDecember Tookastepforward when third in Grade 2 at Ascot (2m) following month but a big personal best is required in this company TFRHHIII BHA129

6 TAKE NO CHANCES (IRE) (55) 35-6233 D 8 11-5

Br B m Milan - Coscorrig (IRE)

O Mr Garry Wilson

Harry Skelton J

Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B D. Corry The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S TIMEFORMVIEW LandedamaresGrade2atAscot(2m4f)lasttermandalsocameinagoodthirdtoLossiemouthinthisevent Runningwellwithout winningthisseason,thirdin2m4fWindsorconditionseventinJanuary Placeprospectsoncemoreforthisreliablemare. TFRHHHII BHA145

7 WODHOOH (FR) (73) 1/112-11 CD

Br B m Le Havre (IRE) - Dhan (IRE)

O The Sundowners Partnership

B Al Shaqab Racing

6 11-5

Jack Kennedy J

Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott S TIMEFORMVIEW Smart Irish mare who took last season’s Martin Pipe over C&D at the Cheltenham Festival in good style. Has returned as good as ever with cosy wins (around2m4f)inAscotGrade2andLeopardstownGrade3eithersideofChristmas.Beatenonlyonceoverhurdlesandabigplayerbackhere. TFRHHHHH BHA154

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2025: LOSSIEMOUTH (FR) 6 11 5 P Townend 4-6 (W P Mullins) 10 ran

Blinkers worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

Probable S.P’s: 4-5 Wodhooh (FR), 4-1 Jade de Grugy (FR), 8-1 Feet of A Dancer (FR), 11-1 Take No Chances (IRE), 25-1 Dream On Baby (IRE), 28-1 Jetara (IRE), 66-1 Sunset Marquesa (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

WODHOOH has met with defeat just once over hurdles and, with Lossiemouth switching at the eleventh hour to the Champion Hurdle, Gordon Elliott’s smart and likeable mare gets a confident vote to maintain her unbeaten record this season. Willie Mullins relies on Jade de Grugy in the absence of his star mare and, just like 12 months ago, she could be set to fill the runner-up spot again. Take No Chances, Feet of A Dancer and Jetara can fight it out for minor honours.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WODHOOH (FR) 2.JADE DE GRUGY (FR) 3.TAKE NO CHANCES (IRE)

THE BK RACING HEXHAM MARATHON HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £14500 Owners Prize Money 1st £5857 2nd £2928 3rd £1465 4th £732, 5th £365 (Penalty Value £7657.45)

Leading course trainer (20-25): N Richards (18 wins from 94 runners, 19%) runs PRESIDENT SCOTTIE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell & M Scudamore (9 wins from 43 runners, 21%) runs DE LEGISLATOR

Weightwatcher: SHIGHNESS won off a handicap mark of 110, her rating is now down 7lb to 103

Longest Traveller: PLANNED PARADISE trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 362 miles.

1 DELEGISLATOR(IRE)(15)

B g Shirocco (GER) - Reynard’s Glen (IRE) 9 12-0

J Jack Power (5)

T Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross

O J Sword, Russell & Bristol Boys

B Gareth Metcalfe

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

2 BREEZEOFWIND(IRE)(15)

Gr g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Mite Be Cloudy (IRE) 9 11-10

J Sean Quinlan E Tongue Strap

T Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk

O Graeme Howard & S Coltherd

B Mrs Mary Mangan

3 PRESIDENTSCOTTIE(IRE)(24)

B g Milan - Kinard True (IRE) 8 11-9

J Danny McMenamin

T Nicky Richards, Greystoke

O Hargrove, Parker & Rafferty

B Michael & Linda O’Sullivan

S Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

4

PLANNEDPARADISE(IRE)(15)

B g Westerner - Quel Bleu (IRE) 10 11-6

J Charlie Maggs (3)

T Christian Williams, Bridgend

O The Paradise Mob

B Mr Cal Flavin

S Dodson and Horrell

5 SHIGHNESS(GB)(21)

B m Passing Glance - Sharwakom (IRE) 9 11-2

J Callum Bewley E Cheek Pieces

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O The Golden Cuckoo

B Mrs Glenda Swinglehurst

S Micky Hammond Racing

6 ROBROYMACGREGOR(IRE)(17)

B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Miss Baloo (IRE) 8 10-2

J William Maggs (5) E Cheek Pieces

T Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw

O Mr Ken McGarrity

B Mr K. D. Cotter

S Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd

7 DONBROCCO(GB)(27)

Gr g Shirocco (GER) - Brantingham Breeze 10 10-2

J Bruce Lynn E Tongue Strap

T Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh

O Mr Gary Jon Rutherford

TFRHHHHI BHA115 FORM 51-130P C

TIMEFORM VIEW Point scorer who made a winning return at Ayr (3m) in November Followed it with a good third in Borders National at Kelso but well below par both runs since at Windsor and Bangor Could bounce back with yard going really well. Usual headgear left off.

25Feb Bgr 29f HcpC soft P/11 Planned Paradise (IRE)18Jan Wdr 28f HcpC soft 13/16 Neo King (FR) 39l Dec25 Kel 32f HcpC soft 3/11 Grozni (FR) 5l

TFRHHHII BHA111

FORM 514-52P CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Excellent second in Borders National at Kelso in December but pulled up in similar event at Bangor 15 days ago. Took this prize in 2024 and no surprise to see a revival.

25Feb Bgr 29f HcpC soft P/11 Planned Paradise (IRE)Dec25 Kel 32f HcpC soft 2/11 Grozni (FR) 2l Nov25 Ayr 24f HcpC soft 5/10 De Legislator (IRE) 17l

TFRHHIII BHA110

FORM 3P-4066

TIMEFORM VIEW Has become disappointing, again well held in 3m handicap chase at Carlisle 24 days ago. Needs a big step forward despite his tumbling mark.

16Feb Car 24f HcpC gd-sf 6/7 Sound And Fury (IRE) 12l 29Jan Ayr 24f HcpH soft 6/13 Shoeshine Boy (IRE) 15l Dec25 Kel 32f HcpC soft 8/11 Grozni (FR) 24l

TFRHHHHH BHA107

FORM 054361

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on a reduced mark in 11-runner handicap chase at Bangor (29.6f, soft) 15 days ago, drawing clear from last. Back up 9lb but still handily weighted and the one to beat in his current mood.

25Feb Bgr 29f HcpC soft 1/11 Gold Emery (FR) 61/

18Jan Wdr 28f HcpC soft 6/16 Neo King (FR) 16l Dec25 Lud 20f HcpC gd-sf 3/9 Followcato (IRE)

TFRHHIII BHA103 FORM 2P-5663

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of form over fences but showed better signs on a rare start back hurdling when third of 7 in handicap at Sedgefield (27f, soft) 21 days ago. Needs to back it up now reverted to fences.

19Feb Seg 27f HcpH soft 3/7 Ballin Bay (IRE) 18l

27Jan Nwc 23f HcpC heavy 6/7 Theformismighty 49l Nov25 Car 24f HcpC soft 6/8 Anglers Crag 60l

TFRHHHII BHA83 FORM 400242

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 16 runs since his last win in 2023 but he comes here in good form, second of 6 in 3m handicap chase at Ayr 17 days ago. Should stay this markedly longer trip. 23Feb Ayr

B Swanbridge Bloodstock Limited TFRHHIII BHA83 FORM 1P3-P0P

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over 3m at Carlisle last February and posted a good third in this 12 months ago. Has struggled this season though, undergoing breathing surgery before pulled up in handicap chase at Kelso 27 days ago. Hard to fancy from out of the weights.

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2025: BETTERFOREVERYONE 8 11 12 Sean Quinlan 9-2 (Alan King) 10 ran

Stewards Note: DON BROCCO: Following its run on 13/2/2026 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Planned Paradise (IRE), 5-1 President Scottie (IRE), 6-1 Breeze of Wind (IRE), 7-1 De Legislator (IRE), Rob Roy Macgregor (IRE), 18-1 Shighness (GB), 50-1 Don Brocco (GB)

PLANNED PARADISE hasn’t always been the easiest to catch right but he looked in fine fettle off a reduced mark when scoring emphatically at Bangor recently and can make light of a 9lb rise. De Legislator could emerge as the main threat for a red-hot yard, with 2024 victor Breeze of Wind also in the picture if shrugging off a lesser effort behind the selection at Bangor

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PLANNED PARADISE (IRE) 2.DE LEGISLATOR (IRE) 3.BREEZE OF WIND (IRE)

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JOHN DUNNE WHO IS HERE CELEBRATING WITH HIS WIFE JANE AND FRIENDS.

THE

(CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £325000 Owners Prize Money 1st £139880, 2nd £57655, 3rd £28828, 4th £14430, 5th £7215, 6th £3608, 7th £1788, 8th £910. (Penalty Value £182877.50) colours no horse

1 BALLYBURN (IRE) (74) 215-223 C D BF 8 11-10

Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Old Moon (IRE) P. Townend J

O R.A.Bartlett/David Manasseh W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B The Beeches Stud Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW WonBaringBinghamatthismeeting2yearsago.Ultimatelyfailedtomeetloftyexpectationsasanovicechaserbutmadeaverygoodreturntohurdlingwhenjust deniedbyTeahupooinHatton’sGraceonreturn,lookingunluckyhavingmettrouble.However onlythirdinChristmasHurdlesince.Hooded. TFRHHHII BHA161

2 BOB OLINGER

(IRE) (74) 22/221-2 CD 11 11-10

Br B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Zenaide (IRE) Darragh O’Keeffe J

O Robcour Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T

B Kenneth Parkhill

TIMEFORMVIEWComesalivehereandtookhisunbeatenrecordatthetrackto4(including3Festivalwins)whenproving13/4lengthstoostrongforTeahupoointhisrace lastyear LookedasgoodaseverwhenchasinghomethatrivalinChristmasHurdleatLeopardstownonreturnandanotherhugerunexpected. TFRHHHHH BHA164

3 DODDIETHEGREAT (IRE)

(47) 1-23453 CD 10 11-10

Br B g Fame And Glory - Asturienne

O Mr K. Alexander

James Bowen J

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Mr Kenneth Alexander Unibet S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of Pertemps Final at this meeting last year Advanced his form in graded events this season, though at the same time having his limitations exposed. Change of headgear TFRHHIII BHA148

4

GWENNIE MAY BOY (IRE) (82) 5106-0P D 8 11-10

Br B g Mahler - Samsha (IRE) Charlie Todd J

O Ms Gwendoline M Clarke Christian Williams, Bridgend T

B Ms Joyce Marsh Dodson and Horrell S

TIMEFORMVIEW Posted career best when landing Grade 2 Rendlesham at Haydock for Dan Skelton last season but well held since, including both starts for Olly Murphy this term. Has since changed yards again. TFRHIIII BHA144

5 HEWICK (IRE) (104) 10-0145 D 11 11-10

Br B g Virtual - Ballyburn Rose (IRE) Paddy Hanlon J

O Mr T. J. McDonald John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland T

B William Quinn

TIMEFORM VIEW High-class chaser (winner of the 2023 King George at Kempton) and no slouch in this sphere either but evidence this season suggest his best days are behind him. TFRHHIII BHA155

6 HOME BY THE LEE (IRE) (49) 1UP-641 D 11 11-10

Br B g Fame And Glory - Going For Home (IRE)

J. J. Slevin J

O Mr Sean O’Driscoll Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland T

B Mr Sean O’Driscoll Mr O’Brien S TIMEFORMVIEW Running in this for the fifth consecutive year, his best placing when third to Teahupoo in 2024, though was unlucky to unseat his rider 12 months ago.NotfaroffhisverybestwhenwinningGrade2atGowran7weeksagobutlikelytofindafewtoogoodinthisonceagain. TFRHHHII BHA159

7 HONESTY POLICY (IRE) (82) 2111-23 BF 6 11-10

Br B g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Molo Mark Walsh J

O Mr John P. McManus Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B H. Fowler, A. Frost & C. Longsdon Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORMVIEW Completedhat-trickin21/2mGrade1noviceatAintreeinApril.ProvedstaminaforthistripwhenclosesecondinGrade1noviceatPunchestown laterthatmonthandmadeanencouragingreturnwhen11/2lengthsthirdtoImposeToiinLongWalkHurdleatAscot Moretocome. TFRHHHHI BHA156

8 IMPOSE TOI (FR) (47) 4-21112 C D BF 8 11-10

Br B g It’s Gino (GER) - Saraska d’Airy (FR)

Nico de Boinville J

O Mr John P. McManus Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Aurelien Hamm & Vanessa Frison

TIMEFORMVIEW Progressiveover3mthisseason,completinghat-trickinGrade1LongWalkatAscotinDecember Lookedunsuitedbyemphasison staminawhen7lengthsbehindMaShantouinCleeveHurdleoverC&Dsinceanddryinggroundwouldbeinhisfavour TFRHHHII BHA159

9 KABRAL DU MATHAN (FR) (70) 1222-11 C 6 11-10

Br B g Pastorius (GER) - Nasthazya (FR)

O Neil Smith & Alfie Smith

Harry Skelton J

Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Mr Jean-Marie Baradeau The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S TIMEFORMVIEW Progressivearound2mforPaulNichollsandtookitupanothernotchforthisyardwheneasilywinning19fhandicapatHaydockonreappearance.Had plentyinhandwhenfollowingupintheRelkeelhereonNewYear’sDayandprobablyhasn’tfinishedimprovingyet Likelytostay3m. TFRHHHHI BHA154

10

MA SHANTOU (IRE) (47) 30-1011 CD

Br B g Shantou (USA) - Ma Pretention (FR)

O Mighty Acorn Stables

B Michael & Leonard Cave

7 11-10

Harry Cobden J

Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T

Hatherden Horse Transport S TIMEFORMVIEW Much improved this season, winning all 3 starts over C&D, including when beating Impose Toi (gave 6lb) by 7 lengths in the Cleeve Hurdle 7 weeks ago. Faces his toughest task to date but should hold his own. TFRHHHHI BHA154

11

TEAHUPOO (FR) (74) 122-111 CD 9 11-10

Br B g Masked Marvel - Droit d’Aimer (FR)

Jack Kennedy J

O Robcour Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B S.C.E.A. Haras Du Hoguenet et al

Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott S TIMEFORMVIEWHigh-classhurdlerwholandedthisraceindecisivefashionin2024.DeniedbyBobOlingerinthislastyearbuthasreturnedbetterthanevertobag3moreGrade 1s(7intotal),includingChristmasHurdleatLeopardstownby7lengthsfromthereturningBobOlinger Suretomakeanotherboldbid. TFRHHHHI BHA165

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2025: BOB OLINGER (IRE) 10 11 10 Rachael Blackmore 8-1 (Henry de Bromhead) 13 ran

Hood worn first time by No. 1. Blinkers worn first time by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 5, 6.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 9. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.

Stewards Note:

DODDIETHEGREAT: Following its run on 24/1/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Teahupoo (FR), 11-2 Honesty Policy (IRE), Kabral du Mathan (FR), 15-2 Ma Shantou (IRE), 9-1 Bob Olinger (IRE), 11-1 Ballyburn (IRE), 14-1 Impose Toi (FR), 33-1 Home By The Lee (IRE), 40-1 Hewick (IRE), 66-1 Doddiethegreat (IRE), 150-1 Gwennie May Boy (IRE)

Previous winners have an excellent record in this and last year’s decisive victor BOB OLINGER looks the value call ahead of 2024 winner Teahupoo, who was unable to match the selection’s turn of foot when runner-up 12 months ago. This does look a deep renewal, however, with progressive trio Honesty Policy, Kabral du Mathan and Ma Shantou all on the shortlist.

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HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS

Leading course trainer (20-25): Mr M T Walford (26 wins from 128 runners, 20%) runs REDEEMING LOVE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell & M Scudamore (9 wins from 43 runners, 21%) runs KELVIN FORLONGE

Longest Traveller: ROCK HURLEY trained by D McCain, Cholmondeley, 168 miles.

1 MICKSJET(IRE)

(326)

Ch m Jet Away - Miss Superior (IRE) 8 12-0

J Joe Williamson E Cheek Pieces

T Philip Kirby Richmond

O North South Flyers Syndicate

B Mr Jamie Reck

S Philip Kirby Racing, Hall & Sykes, Topspec Equine Ltd

2 KELVINFORLONGE(FR)(58)

B g Cokoriko (FR) - Dieu Nous Garde (FR) 6 11-13

J Jack Power (5)

T Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross

O Mr R. B. H. Young

B Mr Pierre Noirot et al

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

3 MILANPARK(IRE)(27)

B g Milan - Helen Wood 7 11-10

J Ross Chapman E Tongue Strap

T Chris Grant, Billingham

O Mr Garry Kevin Thexton

B Philip Kirby

S Wear Valley Tanks Ltd

4

ROCKHURLEY(FR)(24)

Gr g Galiway - Thalie Hurley (FR) 8 11-9

J Theo Gillard E Tongue Strap

T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

O Donald McCain Racing Club

B Ms Sophie Kocker

S Bluegrass Horse Feeds

5 GARDENER(FR)(16)

B g Dragon Dancer - Alliance Doree (FR) 10 11-5

J Charlie Maggs (3) E Tongue Strap

T Mike Sowersby, Malton

O Mrs J M Plummer & Mr M E Sowersby

B Mme Frederique Hayers et al

S Mike Sowersby Racing

6 MORNINGTONBEACH(IRE)(125)

Gr m Kingston Hill - Set In Her Ways (IRE) 6 11-4

J Jonathon Bewley

T George Bewley, Colby

O Mr Alan Udale

B J. J. Howlett

S Lloyd Ltd

TFRHHHII BHA107 FORM 212333- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper/hurdles winner who completed the set in heavy-ground Wetherby handicap chase in January 2025 and good efforts in defeat next 3 starts. Not seen over hurdles in 18 months and market may prove best guide on return.

Apr25 Mkt 23f HcpC good 3/5 Giovanni Change (FR) 24l Mar25 Wet 19f HcpC good 3/5 Do Your Job (IRE) 41/2l Feb25 Wet 24f HcpC soft 3/5 De

TFRHHHII BHA106

FORM 54-5513 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Promise in bumpers and maiden/novice hurdles prior to taking a sizeable step forward on handicap debut when scoring at Ayr (3m) in December

Better form in defeat when third over same C&D the following month but very much looks as if stamina is his strong suit and drops in trip now

13Jan Ayr

TFRHHHHI BHA103

Walks The Talk (IRE) 26l

FORM 3-24443

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved for the switch to handicapping when fourth at Wetherby on Boxing Day Seemed stretched by step up to 3m at Doncaster next time but back on track dropped back in trip when third of 8 in handicap hurdle at Kelso (heavy 14/1) 27 days ago. Respected. 13Feb Kel 22f HcpH heavy 3/8 Judicial Deference (IRE) 3l 23Jan Don 24f HcpH soft 4/7 Mask of Zorro (IRE) 37l

Dec25 Wet 19f HcpH soft 4/10 Brookside La (IRE) 43/4l

TFRHHIII BHA102

FORM 241-000 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a much-reduced mark when opening account for current connections at Bangor in April. Hasn’t offered much in 3 starts since, though, so now has something to prove.

16Feb Car 17f HcpH soft 12/14 He’s Bresilian 38l Nov25 Seg 19f HcpH soft 10/11 Harper Valley (IRE) 49l May25 Cml 22f HcpH gd-sf 8/10 Shantwopointfive (IRE) 87l

TFRHHHHH BHA98

FORM 5-U0333

TIMEFORM VIEW Disappointing 2024/25 campaign for Olly Murphy but has shown he’s back in better form for his new yard with a trio of thirdplaced efforts at Catterick in recent months, the latest coming 16 days ago. Interesting now racing from career-low mark.

24Feb Cat 19f HcpH gd-sf 3/8 Geromino (FR) 14l

TFRHHHII BHA97

FORM 1-5P02P

TIMEFORM VIEW Gave a fairly useful winner a scare in a 2m novice hurdle here in October Shaped better than the result when pulled up over C&D on handicap debut when last seen following month, though she seemed wanting for stamina and might be better off going back over shorter trips. Nov25 Hex 20f HcpH gd-sf P/12 Hay Meadow (IRE)Oct25 Hex 16f Hdl good 2/8 Spadestep (IRE) 5l Aug25 Cml 17f Hdl good 7/10 Bittalemon 47l 7 REDEEMINGLOVE(IRE)(23)

Ch m Getaway (GER) - Fentara 6 11-3

J Jamie Hamilton E Tongue Strap

T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

O R & W, The 8 Amigos, Burns, Austerfield

B Mr T. Walford & T. C. Dawson

TFRHHHII BHA96

FORM 30-660

TIMEFORM VIEW Cost £78,000 after finishing third in an Irish point but she’s only shaped with minor promise under Rules so far, reportedly returning with a breathing issue at Market Rasen 3 weeks ago. Has tongue strap applied making handicap debut over longer trip and she is at least bred to be better than this. 17Feb Mkt 16f

8 BERWICKLAW(FR)

(42)

B m Kapgarde (FR) - Malice des Epeires (FR) 5 11-2

J Danny McMenamin E Hood

T Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

O Mr Raymond Anderson Green

B Mr Jean-Jacques Gabillat, Mr David Girau

S NSPCC, Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6. Stewards Note:

TFRHHHII BHA95 FORM 5005

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a winning chaser and has very much looked one for the longer term in a bumper and maiden/ novice hurdles. Makes handicap debut with longer trip likely to see her in a better light.

29Jan Ayr 16f Hdl soft 5/8 Apples Jane (IRE) 30l 15Jan Nwc 16f Hdl gd-sf 8/12 Gaelic Rover (IRE) 37l Dec25 Cat 15f Hdl good 7/7 Ninna Collina 42l

2025:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

REDEEMING LOVE: Following its run on 17/2/2026 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Gardener (FR), 4-1 Kelvin Forlonge (FR), 5-1 Milan Park (IRE), 6-1 Micks Jet (IRE), 12-1 Redeeming Love (IRE), 14-1 Rock Hurley (FR), 16-1 Mornington Beach (IRE), Berwick Law (FR)

GARDENER has been holding his form well since switching to Mike Sowersby’s yard and he can take advantage of the drop in grade here. Milan Park is still low mileage in handicaps and is also shortlisted after a sound effort at Kelso, while Kelvin Forlonge arrives on an upward curve and would be of interest if proving as effective over this shorter trip.

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THE RYANAIR STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Registered as The FESTIVAL TROPHY) (Grade 1) (GBB RACE)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £375000 Owners Prize Money 1st £161400, 2nd £66525, 3rd £33263, 4th £16650, 5th £8325, 6th £4163, 7th £2063, 8th £1050.(Penalty Value £211012.50)

colours no horse age st-lb

1 BANBRIDGE (IRE) (76) U10-442 C D 10 11-10

Br Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Old Carton Lass (IRE)

O Mr R. A. Bartlett

Sean Bowen J

Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland T

B Dan McSorley Albert Bartlett, Mr O’Brien S

TIMEFORMVIEW Classy chaser who returned to form in a first-time visor when failing by a whisker to retain his King George crown at Kempton on Boxing Day Solideach-waychanceonform,buthewaswellheldinthisracein2024andintheGoldCupatthismeetinglastyear TFRHHHHI BHA167

2 CROKE PARK (IRE) (39) 20-3330

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Toledana (FR)

8 11-10

Jack Kennedy J

O Gigginstown House Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B A. V. Bloodstock

Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORMVIEW Dual winner of Grade 1 novice chases last term but has a fair bit to find with some of these rivals judged on this season’s exploits. TFRHHIII BHA150

3 FACT TO FILE (FR) (38) 31-4261

Br B g Poliglote - Mitemps (FR)

CD

9 11-10

Mark Walsh J

O Mr John P. McManus W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B Michel Pehu

TIMEFORMVIEWRegisteredfourthsuccessatthehighestleveloverfenceswithanimpressivedisplayinthis12monthsago.Thingsdidn’tgotoplanintheKingGeorge onBoxingDaybutheputthatrightwhenlandingtheIrishGoldCupatLeopardstown(24.4f,soft)lastmonthandsetsaverygoodstandard. TFRHHHHH BHA173

4 HEART WOOD (FR) (70) 42P-141 D

8 11-10

Br B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Miss Nikita (FR) Darragh O’Keeffe J

O Robcour Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T

B Mrs Murielle Guillerm

TIMEFORMVIEWBetteredanythinghepreviouslyachievedwhenaclearsecondtoFactToFileinthisrace12monthsago,albeithewascomprehensivelyoutpointed bythewinner SuccessfultwiceinGrade3sthisseasonbutsizeablestepforwardwillbeneededifhe’storecordhisfirsttop-flightsuccess. TFRHHHII BHA162

5 IMPAIRE ET PASSE (FR) (26) 1131-B1 CD

8 11-10

Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Brune Ecossaise (FR) P. Townend J

O Mr Simon Munir/Mr Isaac Souede W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B S.C.E.A. Haras de Peyre & Mme Pascale Pa The Sporting Life S

TIMEFORMVIEWHigh-classperformeroverhurdleswhopostedhisbesteffortoverthelargerobstacleswhenrunningoutagoodwinneroftheGrade1ManifestoChase atAintreelastspring.WarmedupforthisbytakingtheRedMillsChaseonreturnatGowranlastmonthandheshouldmakehispresencefelt TFRHHHII BHA161

6 JONBON (FR) (26) 12-2211 C D 10 11-10

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Star Face (FR)

Nico de Boinville J

O Mr John P. McManus Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Mr Lotfi Kohli

TIMEFORMVIEWHasremarkablyyettofinishoutofthetop2intwenty-sevencareerstartsunderRules,rallyingforasecondsuccessivewinintheClarenceHouseat AscotinJanuarybeforeaddingatwelfthGrade1tohistallybacktherelastmonth.Consistentbuthasbeenbeatenon4of6visitshere. TFRHHHII BHA166

7 JPR ONE (IRE) (40) 05-3321

Br B or Br g Court Cave (IRE) - Lady Knightess (IRE)

9 11-10

Brendan Powell J

O Mr J. P. Romans Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T B Robert Allen Coral Racing Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWWinnerofHaldonGoldCupin2024andhasworkedhiswaybacktothatlevelthisseason,backonthescoresheetwithareadysuccessinthe ScottishChampionChaseatMusselburghlasttime.However hestruggledoverfencesatthismeetingbothin2024andlastyear

8 MASTER CHEWY (IRE) (33) 6-24025 9 11-10

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Shake The Tree (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J

O Anne-Marie & Jamie Shepperd Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T

B James Hoare Courtiers Investment Services Limited, Courtiers Group Holdings Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Back to form with a Kempton Grade 2 second in January but has struggled either side of that and was well held in this last year despite running close to his best TFRHIIII BHA154

9 MATATA (IRE) (53) 3-03315 CD 8 11-10

Br B g Vadamos (FR) - Wattrey J. J. Slevin J

O Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T

B David Commins The Sporting Life S

TIMEFORMVIEW Headstrong sort but developed into a very smart chaser last term, winning a brace of 2m handicaps, and registered first success beyond that trip under Rules whenlandingavaluableC&DcontestonNewYear’sDay However,hewaswellheldatWindsornexttimeandlooksupagainstitatthislevel. TFRHHIII BHA160

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2025: FACT TO FILE (FR) 8 11 10 Mark Walsh 6-4 (W P Mullins) 9 ran Visor worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5, 6, 7.

Probable S.P’s: 4-5 Fact To File (FR), 7-1 Banbridge (IRE), 8-1 Jonbon (FR), 17-2 Impaire Et Passe (FR), 10-1 Heart Wood (FR), 50-1 Matata (IRE), 66-1 JPR One (IRE), 100-1 Croke Park (IRE), 150-1 Master Chewy (IRE)

FACT TO FILE was imperious when landing the Irish Gold Cup last month and with connections again opting to swerve Friday’s blue riband event, Willie Mullins’ top-drawer chaser is strongly fancied to go back-to-back in this and add a sixth top-level success to his CV Banbridge couldn’t have gone any closer to defending his King George crown at Kempton on Boxing Day, so he heads up the opposition ahead of Jonbon and Impaire et Passe.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FACT TO FILE (FR) 2.BANBRIDGE (IRE) 3.JONBON (FR)

RACE RESULT

1ST 2ND 3RD 4TH

RACEHORSE & JOCKEY WELFARE

Hexham Racecourse employs veterinary surgeons whose sole responsibility it is to provide care to the horses throughout their time at the racecourse.

In the event of an incident on the racecourse, any horse affected will receive immediate treatment from the Racecourse’s Veterinary team.

Qualified Paramedics and Doctors are also on hand in the case of any incident involving a jockey.

If any incident occurs during a race it is routine practice for screens to be erected around the horse or jockey receiving the treatment.

This is to allow the veterinary or medical personnel to make a safe and accurate diagnosis and so that they may perform any treatment in a private and calm environment.

IRISH BOOKIES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money 1st £4039 2nd £2019 3rd £1010 4th £505 5th £252. (Penalty Value £5281)

Leading course trainer (20-25): G Bewley (15 wins from 161 runners, 9%) runs RACEVIEW ROAD

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Williams (2 wins from 5 runners, 40%) runs ALWAYS BUSY

Weightwatcher: RACEVIEW ROAD won off a handicap mark of 99, his rating is now down 6lb to 93

Longest Traveller: ALWAYS BUSY trained by C Williams, Bridgend, 362 miles.

1 ALWAYSBUSY(IRE)(40)

B g Westerner - Davids Jewel (IRE) 8 12-0

J Mr J. J. Murphy-Knight (7)

T Christian Williams, Bridgend

O Mr G. A. Moore

B Mr Tom Coughlan

S Dodson and Horrell

2 EXPRESSSURPRISE(IRE)(53)

B g Mahler - Gudnis Gracious Me (IRE) 7 12-0

J Richard Patrick E Tongue Strap

T Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope

O C & C Boultbee Brooks

B The Beeches Stud Ltd

S Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited

3 COURTATSLIP(IRE)(14)

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Lady Fame (IRE) 9 11-7

J Mr Thomas Easterby (7) E Blinkers

T Tim Easterby, Malton

O Mrs Anne Dawson & Partner

B Leo Matheson

S Easthorpe Hall Stud

4 STREAMSFORTHLAD(IRE)(3)

B g Mahler - Woodview Dawn (IRE) 8 11-3

J Alan Doyle (3) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

O Mr T. G. Kelly

B The Beeches Stud Ltd

S TGK Construction Co. Ltd

5 RACEVIEWROAD(IRE)(37)

B g Milan - Blueberry Bramble (IRE) 8 11-2

J Jonathon Bewley

T George Bewley, Colby

O Mr Alan Udale

B J. F. Mernagh

S Lloyd Ltd

6 SWALLOWSSONG(GB)(30)

B g Kayf Tara - One Gulp 8 10-13

J Danny McMenamin E Blinkers, Tongue Strap

T Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

O Mr Raymond Anderson Green

B R. J. McAlpine

S NSPCC, Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

7 BALLYDANGAN(IRE)(21)

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - She’s Our Banker (IRE) 9 10-3

J Peter Kavanagh

T Hugh Burns, Alnwick

O Mr H. Burns

B Michael Fennessy

TFRHHHII BHA105 FORM 144F35 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Thorough stayer twice successful in the first half of 2025, latterly taking a 4-runner Southwell handicap in May Struggled for consistency since and he jumped badly out to his left at Musselburgh last time, but he drops markedly in grade here and should be better suited by this track.

31Jan Mus 23f HcpC gd-sf 5/7 Kelce (IRE) 14l 14Jan Nby 23f HcpC gd-sf 3/11 Top Target (IRE) 20l Jul25 Wor 23f HcpC good F/10 My Gift To You (IRE) -

TFRHHHHH BHA105

FORM 43-3114 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 3m soft-ground handicaps at Wetherby and Uttoxeter in December Continued in good form when fourth of 16 at Windsor (29f soft) 53 days ago and he holds leading claims faced with a less competitive scenario now

18Jan Wdr 28f HcpC soft 4/16 Neo King (FR) 12l

Dec25 Utt 24f HcpC gd-sf 1/13 Smurfette nk Dec25 Wet 24f HcpC soft 1/9 One Last Glance 1l

TFRHHHHI BHA98

FORM 523322 D

TIMEFORM VIEW More than 2 years have passed since his last success but he’s dropped to a mark he can compete from and arrives on the back of 5 consecutive placed efforts, running creditably when second of 8 in 3m handicap chase (5/1) at Wetherby 14 days ago. Respected again.

26Feb Wet 24f HcpC soft 2/8 Bo Cruz (IRE) 61/2l

30Jan Cat 25f HcpC soft 2/6 Bo Cruz (IRE) 10l

15Jan Nwc 23f HcpC gd-sf 3/11 Uptown Harry (IRE) 13l

TFRHHHHI BHA94

FORM 533UUF

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed twice in handicap hurdles in the autumn and though he’s yet to complete in 4 starts over fences so far, he looked set to go close when falling 2 out at Stratford on Monday Turned out quickly and he’s interesting if none the worse for that tumble.

9Mar Str 22f HcpC soft F/6 As Legends Have It -

18Feb Swl 24f HcpC soft U/7 Bank On FrankDec25 Utt 24f HcpC heavy U/10 House of Habsburg -

TFRHHIII BHA93

FORM 5PP-640 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Encouragement when fourth of 19 in a handicap hurdle at Ayr in January but failed to build on that when only mid-field back over fences at Carlisle last month. A while since he’s threatened to win a chase and others are preferred.

3Feb Car 24f HcpC gd-sf 7/14 Orkney Blue 28l

2Jan Ayr 20f HcpH soft 4/19 So Many Roads 11l Dec25 Nwc 23f HcpH gd-sf 6/8 Snowrocco (IRE) 22l

TFRHHHII BHA90

FORM 4-04464 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner on debut but has looked a weak finisher in 16 winless attempts over hurdles/fences, failing to justify market support after a breathing operation when fourth of 11 in handicap chase at Ayr 30 days ago. Finished tired there and others make more appeal. 10Feb Ayr 24f HcpC soft 4/11 Le Grand Vert (FR) 16l 15Jan Nwc 23f HcpC gd-sf 6/11 Uptown Harry (IRE) 24l Dec25 Mus 23f HcpC gd-sf 4/8 Forged Well (IRE) 7l

TFRHHIII BHA80 FORM 1314P4 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Had a productive summer/autumn, winning twice over C&D, but seemingly gone off the boil of late and was well beaten at Sedgefield 3 weeks ago.

Seg

8 EVEQUE(FR)(46)

Ch g Kotky Bleu (FR) - Gloria IV (FR) 12 10-3

J William Maggs (5)

T Jane Walton, Otterburn

O Mrs J. M. Walton

B Vicomtesse Yves D’Armaille

S Dunns Houses

9 GIBBERWELL(IRE)(37)

B g Getaway (GER) - Unique Snoopy (IRE) 10 10-3

J Philip Armson (3) E Blinkers

T Jake Coulson, Heaton

O All Or Nothing Racing Club

B Parkville Stud

S Jake Coulson Racing, Bearda Hill Racing

10 WESTLAWN(GB)(31)

B m Westlake - Garden Feature 10 10-2

J Charlie Maggs (3)

T James Walton, Morpeth

O Messrs F. T. Walton

B Messrs F. T. Walton

11 EXS’ELANCE(FR)(14)

B g Saddex - Pampa Brune (FR) 12 10-2

J Miss Pippa Brown (7) E Cheek Pieces

T Victor Thompson, Alnwick

O Mr V. Thompson

B Mme M. Glais & Mme A. Glais

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

TFRHHIII BHA80 FORM 00-15P0 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran capitalised on a reduced mark when springing a surprise over C&D in November but little to shout about in 3 starts since.

25Jan Seg 26f HcpC gd-sf 9/11 Slaney Opera (IRE) 61l 2Jan Ayr 24f HcpC soft P/14 Cowboy Cooper (IRE)Dec25 Seg 26f HcpC soft 5/8 Upfordebate (IRE) 33l

TFRHHIII BHA80 FORM 15-F5PP CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Hard to catch right but did at least win this race last year Has ran poorly on 3 of his 4 starts this season and return to Hexham needs to work the oracle.

3Feb Car 24f HcpC gd-sf P/14 Orkney BlueDec25 Utt 24f HcpC gd-sf P/13 Express Surprise (IRE)Nov25 Car 26f HcpC soft 5/12 Super Citizen 81/4l

TFRHHHII BHA74 FORM 645632 C D

TIMEFORM VIEW Both of her hurdles wins came here back in 2022 and though she’s a long-standing maiden over fences, she came as close as she ever has done to shedding that tag when second of 4 at Catterick (25f, soft) last month. Out of the weights again. 9Feb Cat 25f HcpC soft 2/4 Asa (FR) 2l 30Jan Cat 25f HcpC soft 3/6 Bo Cruz (IRE) 25l 1Jan Cat 25f HcpH good 6/13 East Eagle (IRE) 16l

TFRHIIII BHA67

FORM 0P-63PP C D

TIMEFORM VIEW No impact in recent form, will need to show more here.

26Feb Wet 24f HcpC soft P/8 Bo Cruz (IRE)10Feb Ayr 24f HcpC soft P/11 Le Grand Vert (FR)Feb25 Mus 20f HcpC gd-sf P/9 Minella Youngy (IRE) -

2025: GIBBERWELL (IRE) 9 9 13 Philip Armson 16-1 (Jake Coulson) 12 ran

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Express Surprise (IRE), 9-2 Always Busy (IRE), Court At Slip (IRE), 6-1 Streamsforth Lad (IRE), 13-2 Swallows Song (GB), 16-1 Raceview Road (IRE), West Lawn (GB), 33-1 Ballydangan (IRE), 50-1 Eveque (FR), 80-1 Gibberwell (IRE), 150-1 Ex S’Elance (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

EXPRESS SURPRISE landed back-to-back wins in December prior to acquitting himself really well in a stronger race than this at Windsor He’s fancied to take advantage of the drop back into 0-105 company and notch a third win of the season. Court At Slip is holding his form well and looks a reliable each-way proposition, whilst Streamsforth Lad looked set to go close when falling late at Stratford earlier in the week.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.EXPRESS SURPRISE (IRE) 2.COURT AT SLIP (IRE) 3.STREAMSFORTH LAD (IRE)

Dogs are permitted on The Racecourse in outside areas providing they are kept on a lead at all times.

Guide dogs are allowed into the buildings with their visually impaired owner.

Cheltenham 4.40 2m 7f 213y THE PERTEMPS NETWORK FINAL HANDICAP HURDLE

RACE (CLASS 1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £110000

Owners Prize Money 1st £47344, 2nd £19514, 3rd £9757, 4th £4884, 5th £2442, 6th £1221, 7th £605, 8th £308. (Penalty Value £61897) Weights raised 7lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 4 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 STAFFORDSHIRE KNOT (IRE) (32) 0-31121 D 8 12-0

Br B g Shantou (USA) - Ned’s Joy (IRE) Jack Kennedy J

O Gigginstown House Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Mr D. Laverty & Mr A. Kingham

Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott S TIMEFORMVIEW In the form of his life this winter, winning for a third time when seeing off stablemate Better Days Ahead in the Grade 2 Boyne Hurdle at Navan(23/4m,heavy)32daysago.Ahigh-classhandicapperformancewillbeneededtodefycleartopweighthere,though. TFRHHHII BHA152

2 GOWEL ROAD (IRE) (19) 030442

CD 10 11-10

Br B or Br g Flemensfirth (USA) - Hollygrove Samba (IRE) Toby McCain-Mitchell (5) J

O Options O Syndicate Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T

B Cyril O’Hara Options Energy Services Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEW Smarthurdlerwholandedlastseason’sCleeveHurdleoverC&D.andgoodfourthof6toMaShantouinthisyear’srenewalof thatrace.Creditablesecondin3mChepstowhandicaplastmonthonarareoutingawayfromCheltenham. TFRHHHII BHA148

3 ELECTRIC MASON (IRE) (110) 5100-21 D

7 11-1

Br B g Sandmason - Eclectica Girl Freddie Gordon J

O KTDA Racing and Mrs Nicola Morris Chris Gordon, Winchester T

B Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary Goodwin Racing Ltd, Equestrian Fencing & Timber Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed maiden/novice hurdles at Fontwell last winter and has taken it up another notch in handicaps this season, finishing second to Ma ShantouinaqualifierherebeforelandingthevaluableBetfairStayers’atHaydock(3m,goodtosoft)inNovember Keptfreshforthissince. TFRHHHII BHA139

4 ACE OF SPADES (FR)

(49) 42-1421 C

Br B g Dink (FR) - Alinga’s Lass (IRE)

O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Ace

7 11-1

Kielan Woods J

Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B G.A.E.C Stewart Olive Print & Graphics S

TIMEFORMVIEW Steadily progressive over hurdles, getting back to winning ways in 25f Huntingdon handicap (soft) in January Harry Skelton prefers Supremely West this time but this 7-y-o is still capable of giving a good account TFRHHHII BHA139

5 MINELLA

SIXO (IRE) (18)

F0-0062

Br B g Shantou (USA) - Glorious Twelfth (IRE)

O Sierra Pacific Syndicate/A C O’Callaghan

D

7 10-13

Sam Ewing J

Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Mary M. Brennan Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORMVIEW Easily best effort this season when edged out by the reopposing Melbourne Shamrock in 23f Naas handicap (heavy) 18 days ago, although he hung left under pressure. Jack Kennedy switches to Staffordshire Knot this time. TFRHHIII BHA137

6 KIKIJO (FR) (96) 412-411 CD

Br B g Estejo (GER) - Crackboum (FR)

6 10-11

Callum Pritchard (3) J

O Richard Johnson Racing- KikiJo Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T

B Mrs M. Pallot & Mr J. C. Pallot

Philip Hobbs Racing S TIMEFORMVIEW Chasewinnerover21/2mlastwinterandhasprogressedagainbackhurdlingthisseason,winningherebeforeseeingoffTurndlightsdownlowby 3/4length(pairclear)inaqualifierforthisraceatSandown(3m,soft)inDecember Seeminglysavedforthissinceandhismarkisstillworkable.TFRHHHHI BHA135

7 SUPREMELY

WEST (IRE)

(76) 63-3546 D 8 10-11

Br B g Westerner - Blue Supreme (IRE)

O Mr J. Fyffe

Harry Skelton J

Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Padraig Barry JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWEncouragingreappearancethirdtoMaShantouandElectricMasonhereinOctoberonhisfirststartforDanSkelton.Hashadexcusesforacoupleofhis defeatssinceandverywellhandicappedonthatreappearanceformforayardwithstrongrecordinhandicaphurdlesatthismeeting. TFRHHHHH BHA135

8 ABSOLUTELY DOYEN (IRE) (40) 2-11111 D 6 10-11

Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Duffys Present (IRE)

O Ian Moore

Harry Cobden J

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Mrs Kathleen Duff Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Made it 5-5 for Paul Nicholls when seeing off 4 rivals in 3m Musselburgh novice at the end of January Has a lot more on his plate back in a handicap but he’s almost certainly capable of better again. TFRHHHHI BHA135

9 RED DIRT ROAD (IRE) (26) 511P-P4 D 9 10-10

Br B g Fame And Glory - Miss Otis Regrets (IRE)

O Dan Walker

Jonjo O’Neill Jr J

Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B Mr Walter Connors Wasdell Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW RelishedthestepupintripwhenbaggingamajorpotatSandown(23.5f)lastFebruary.Pulleduponnext2outingsbuttookastepbackintheright directionwhen131/2lengthsfourthof13toChampagneChicatHaydock(3m,goodtosoft)26daysago.Willneedtobuildonthatagain. TFRHHIII BHA134

10

CLASSIC KING (IRE) (76) 132-464

Br B g Champs Elysees - Hangar Six (IRE)

8 10-10

Ben Jones J

O Mr Will Davies & Dr Tom Davies Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T

B Lakeview House Stud Hatherden Horse Transport S

TIMEFORMVIEW Dual 19f hurdles/chase winner last term. Creditable efforts on all 3 starts this season (10 1/2 lengths fourth of 9 to Absolutely Doyen at Wincanton latest) but doesn’t obviously have anything in hand off his mark. TFRHHHII BHA134

11 LAVIDA ADIVA (IRE) (26) 2-34143 D

Br B m Champs Elysees - Avida Star (IRE)

7 10-9

Brian Hughes J

O Drew & Ailsa Russell Ruth Jefferson, Malton T

B Gt Bloodstock Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Successful twice last season and took advantage of some below-par rivals when bagging 5-runner listed event at Doncaster in December FoundlifetougherinGrade2companysinceandracesoffacareer-highmarkbackinahandicap. TFRHHIII BHA133

12 IKARAK (FR) (69) 152-131 D

Br B g Karaktar (IRE) - Une Idee (FR)

8 10-9

Sean Bowen J

O Middleham Park Racing & Mrs D J Brown Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T

B Thierry Cypres

Middleham Park Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW Madeit4winsfrom8startssincejoiningOllyMurphywhenseeingoff9rivalsatAyr(3m,soft)inJanuary Hard to knock that record but he’ll require a big career best to land another victory here off 6lb

13 DUKE SILVER (IRE) (38) 241010 D 6 10-9

Br B g Order of St George (IRE) - Angel Chorus (IRE) H. J. Horgan (5) J

O Miss Sarah O’Brien Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland T

B Miss Sarah O’Brien

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when beating Yeah Man to win 18-runner handicap at the Leopardstown Christmas meeting (23f, good). Heavy ground possiblystretchedhisstaminawhenawell-heldseventhover3mthereattheDublinRacingFestival.Hismarkdemandsimprovement

14 YEAH MAN (IRE) (26) 0622P6 D

Br B g Westerner - Baraza (IRE)

9 10-9

Conor Stone-Walsh (3) J

O Mr J. J. Brennan Gavin Cromwell, Ireland T

B Brandon View Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW SecondintheTroytownatNavaninNovemberandshapedwellfromhislowerhurdlemarkwhenchasinghomethereopposingDukeSilveratLeopardstown (23f,good)overChristmas.Found2mtoosharpforhiminGowranGrade3hurdlelatestandbettercanbeexpectedbackoverfurther

15 MELBOURNE SHAMROCK (IRE) (18) 3P-4241 D 7 10-8

BHA133

Br B g Hillstar - Lucy Murphy (IRE) Donagh Meyler J

O Mr Robert Waley-Cohen Emmet Mullins, Ireland T

B Sean Murphy

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-racedsortwhoqualifiedforthisracewhenedgingoutMinellaSixoover23finthemudatNavan18daysago. First-time blinkers now replace the cheekpieces he wore on that occasion. Open to further improvement TFRHHHHI BHA132

16 IDY WOOD (FR) (70) 41-1410 8 10-8

Br B g Coastal Path - Highest Card (FR)

O Mr Erik Penser & Mr G Lennart Perlhagen

Gavin Sheehan J

Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T

B SCEA Bertwood Stables BetVictor S

TIMEFORMVIEW MadeasuccessfulreturntohurdlingatUttoxeter(21/2m)inSeptember WentinagainatKemptoninNovemberbuthisrunof goodformcametoahaltatWindsoronNewYear’sDay Hasstaminatoproveracingbeyond21fforthefirsttime. TFRHHIII BHA132

17 LETOS (FR) (62) 42-2120 6 10-8

Br B g Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Sainte Apoline (FR)

O Mrs P. Crampton/Oliver Crampton

B Pierre Tardieu De Maleissye Melun

Danny Mullins J

Anthony Mullins, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 2 1/2m Naas handicap in November and improved again when second of 6 at Carlisle (25f, soft) in December. Flying too high in a Naas Grade 1 novice last time but boasts a progressive profile in handicaps. TFRHHHII BHA132

18 CHAMPAGNE

CHIC (IRE) (26) 40-6211 D

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Chicago Vic (IRE)

6 10-7

Lorcan Williams J

O The BM Partnership Jeremy Scott, Dulverton T

B Michael O’Donovan Brendon Powerwashers S

TIMEFORMVIEW Verymuchgoingtherightway,defeatingTurndlightsdownlow(pairclear)atWincanton(heavy)inJanuarybeforeproving51/2lengthstoo strongforMinellaEmperoratHaydock(3m,goodtosoft).Another7lbhighernowbutheappealsasonewhocancontinuetoprogress.TFRHHHHI BHA131

19 C’EST

DIFFERENT (FR)

(57) 4011-11 D 6 10-7

Br B g Manatee - Narvica Gravelle (FR)

O Walters Plant Hire Ltd

B M G. Cousin, M P. Havard, Mme J. Cousin

Dylan Johnston J

Sam Thomas, Cardiff T

TIMEFORM VIEW Rapid improver who made it 4-4 in handicaps when seeing off 16 rivals at Newbury (3m, good to soft) in January

Likely capable of even better and a must for the shortlist TFRHHHHI BHA131

20

MINELLA EMPEROR (IRE) (26) 1P4322

Br B g Shantou (USA) - Cloughmile (IRE)

O Michael Joseph O’Neill

B Mr N. Reid

7 10-6

Mr M. J. O’Neill (7) J

Emmet Mullins, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulbumperwinnerwhohasshapedwithplentyofencouragementall4completedstartsoverhurdles,particularlywhensecondtoChampagneChic in3mHaydockhandicaplastmonth.Refittedwiththecheekpiecesheworeinbumpers.Oneof2interestingcontendersforEmmetMullins. TFRHHHHI BHA130

21

BOLD ENDEAVOUR

(GB) (49) 0/00PP-3 D 10 10-6

Br B g Fame And Glory - Araucaria (IRE)

O Countrywide Park Homes Ltd

B Miss L. Hales

James Bowen J

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

Countrywide Park Homes and Luxury Lodges S

TIMEFORM VIEW Struggled last season but showed much of his old spark when third of 6 Ace of Spades in 25f Huntingdon handicap hurdle on reappearance7weeksago.Fourthinthisraceoff13lbhigherin2024sohe’sdangerouslywelltreatedifstagingafull-scalerevival. TFRHHHHI BHA130

22 ONEWAYWEST (IRE) (49) 52-11F2 7 10-5

Br B g Westerner - Onewayortheother (IRE) Elliott England (7) J

O The Parallel Lines Partnership

Ben Pauling, Naunton T

B Donal Kenneally Fitzdares S

TIMEFORMVIEW Muchimprovedoverhurdlesthisseason,winningatWarwick/WetherbyinquickysuccessioninNovember Settogoclosetocompletingthehat-trickwhen fallingatthelastatKemptononBoxingDayandshowedhe’snonetheworsewhensecondtoAceofSpadesover25fatHuntingdon7weeksago. TFRHHHII BHA129

23 IDEM (FR) (39)

40-2502

Br B g Rail Link - Reflexion (FR)

8 10-4

Patrick Wadge J

O The Boltons and Atholl Duncan Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T

B Mr Francois-Marie Cottin Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Largely consistent sort who shrugged off a lesser effort at Haydock just before Christmas when second of 13 over 3m at Musselburgh (good to soft) last month. Yard going well. TFRHHHII BHA128

24 IKE SPORT (FR)

(45) 205266

Br B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Safraniere (FR)

8 10-3

Conor O’Farrell J

O The Chosen Few Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T B Har.De L’Etoile

TIMEFORMVIEW Second to Absolutely Doyen at Wincanton on Boxing Day Another good effort when sixth of 15 in Lanzarote at Kempton in January but disappointed at Plumpton latest TFRHHIII BHA127

DECLARED RUNNERS 26 2025: DODDIETHEGREAT (IRE) 9 11 2 Brian Hughes 25-1 (Nicky Henderson) 24 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 15. Hood worn by No. 24, 25. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Visor worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 12, 14, 18, 20, 21.

Stewards Note: IKE SPORT: Following its run on 26/1/2026 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.

Probable S.P’s: 8-1 Supremely West (IRE), 12-1 C’Est Different (FR), 14-1 Electric Mason (IRE), Champagne Chic (IRE), 16-1 Kikijo (FR), Melbourne Shamrock (IRE), Minella Emperor (IRE), 18-1 Absolutely Doyen (IRE), 20-1 Ace of Spades (FR), 22-1 Bold Endeavour (GB), 25-1 Staffordshire Knot (IRE), Gowel Road (IRE), Lavida Adiva (IRE), 28-1 Minella Sixo (IRE), 33-1 Ikarak (FR), Yeah Man (IRE), Letos (FR), Onewaywest (IRE), 40-1 Classic King (IRE), 50-1 Red Dirt Road (IRE), Duke Silver (IRE), Idy Wood (FR), Idem (FR), 66-1 Ike Sport (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

SUPREMELY WEST has had possible excuses for a couple of his defeats since his promising third to Ma Shantou and the reopposing Electric Mason here in October (strong form) and is well treated if recapturing that level. Kikijo looks to have been kept fresh for this since winning twice at the end of 2025 and is second choice. Champagne Chic, C’est Different, Bold Endeavour, Absolutely Doyen and Emmet Mullins pair Melbourne Shamrock and Minella Emperor are others with plenty to recommend them.

Leading course trainer (20-25): G Bewley (15 wins from 161 runners, 9%) runs DO YE WANNA

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell & M Scudamore (9 wins from 43 runners, 21%) runs ANOTHER HIGH FIVE Longest Traveller: COLONIAL EMPIRE trained by T Vaughan, Cowbridge, 349 miles.

1 SHOESHINEBOY(IRE)(30)

B or Br g Valirann (FR) - Godlylady (IRE) 10 12-0

J Charlie Maggs E Tongue Strap

T Donald Whillans, Hawick

O Mousetrap Racing

B Ronnie O’Neill

S Embroidery Elite Ltd

2 COLONIALEMPIRE(GB)(41)

B g Zoffany (IRE) - Susan Stroman 9 11-13

J Jay Tidball E Visor

T Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge

O Mr Mick O’Boyle

B J. Dance

S DragonBet, Designation Limited

3 ANOTHERHIGHFIVE(IRE)(27)

Ch g Malinas (GER) - Give Me High Five 6 11-12

J Alan Doyle

T Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross

O The Osprey Partnership

B S. J. Leahy Bloodstock Ltd

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

4

BETTERBEDEFINITE(GB)(9)

B g Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Definitely Better (IRE) 8 11-4

J Dominic Hislop (10)

T N. W. Alexander, Kinneston

O Ken McGarrity & Hannigan,Wheeler,Wheeler

B Mrs Elizabeth Fletcher

S Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd, Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd

5 PURESIRLOIN(IRE)(42)

Ch g Shantou (USA) - Shedan (IRE) 8 10-13

J Murray Dodd (3) E Visor

T Sandy Forster, Kelso

O The Border Racers

B Mr Patrick Delaney

6 DOYEWANNA(IRE)(24)

Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Raphuca (IRE) 8 10-3

J Edward Austin

T George Bewley, Colby

O Montgomerie and Holland

B Pat Moore

S Lloyd Ltd

7 COMMUNITYREBEL(IRE)(8)

B g Asian Heights - Cnocbui Cailin (IRE) 10 10-2

J Joshua Thompson (3) E Cheek Pieces

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O Mr Aleem Kanji

B Mr James O’Donovan

S Micky Hammond Racing

TFRHHHII BHA104 FORM 32F113 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who finished well held third when bidding to make it a hat-trick in 3m handicaps at Ayr last time, though he may prove more competitive having been given more time between races. 10Feb Ayr 24f HcpH soft 3/9 Better Be Definite 15l 29Jan Ayr 24f HcpH soft 1/13 Felicie du Maquis (FR) hd 13Jan Ayr 24f HcpH heavy 1/10 Maura Jeanne 1

TFRHHHHI BHA103

FORM 60-5P22

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising start over staying distances, beaten by a well-backed one at Taunton before bumping into a 3-time course winner at Catterick in late-January Similar performance should see him in the mix again.

30Jan Cat 25f HcpH soft 2/8 Born In The West (IRE) 13/

Dec25 Tnt 23f HcpH good 2/16 Alright Dai (IRE) hd Jun25 Fls 23f HcpH gd-sf P/7 Ferret Jeeter -

TFRHHHHH BHA102

FORM 25-232

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in an Irish point and continues to go the right way over hurdles, much improved second on handicap debut at Kelso (22.7f) last month, despite a less-than-ideal position. Makes appeal to go one better for yard among the winners.

13Feb Kel 22f HcpH heavy 2/8 Judicial Deference (IRE) 21/2l Dec25 Kel 16f Hdl gd-sf 3/10 Cavalier du Luy (IRE) 11l Dec25 Car 17f Hdl soft 2/9 Cristal d’Estruval (IRE) 38l

TFRHHHII BHA94

FORM 10-441P CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked better than ever when resuming winning ways at Ayr last month but ran no sort of race (despite having won on good ground) in less testing conditions at Newcastle last time. Reasonable to think this C&D winner can bounce back in calmer waters.

3Mar Nwc 23f HcpH gd-sf P/9 Whiskey On Ice (IRE)10Feb Ayr 24f HcpH soft 1/9 Follow Charlie (IRE) 13l 13Jan Ayr 24f HcpH heavy 4/10 Shoeshine Boy (IRE) 31/2l

TFRHHIII BHA89

FORM P3-P360

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran as well as could be expected from out of the handicap when 18 1/4 lengths seventh of 13 to Shoeshine Boy at Ayr last month but isn’t one to be going overboard about.

29Jan Ayr 24f HcpH soft 7/13 Shoeshine Boy (IRE) 18l Dec25 Kel 22f HcpH gd-sf 6/7 Both Barrels 26l Dec25 Hex 20f HcpH heavy 3/3 King Gris (FR) 9l

TFRHHHII BHA79

FORM 0/P00-P3

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly raced for age and showed first worthwhile form when third at Carlisle (19.3f) on reappearance/ handicap debut last month. That form has merit and he looks well worth another try over this trip. 16Feb Car 19f HcpH soft 3/9 Scairp Dubh 63/4l May25 Hex 23f Hdl good P/8 Pike RoadApr25 Hex 16f Hdl good 7/12 That One 38l

TFRHHIII BHA78 (-2)

FORM P6UP34

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives out of sorts, faring little better for the return to hurdles when remote fourth of 8 in handicap at Catterick 8 days ago.

4Mar Cat

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Stewards Note:

2025: UOKHUN (IRE) 7 11 6 William Maggs 12-1 (Tim Easterby) 15 ran

BETTER BE DEFINITE: Following its run on 3/3/2026 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Another High Five (IRE), 4-1 Colonial Empire (GB), 5-1 Shoeshine Boy (IRE), 11-2 Do Ye Wanna (IRE), 8-1 Better Be Definite (GB), 25-1 Pure Sirloin (IRE), Community Rebel (IRE)

Unexposed ANOTHER HIGH FIVE looks the one they all have to beat. Colonial Empire has been knocking on the door and is feared most.

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AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £75000 Owners Prize Money 1st £31493, 2nd £15743, 3rd £7875, 4th £3938, 5th £1965, 6th £983, 7th £495, 8th £248. (Penalty Value £36232.50) 4 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

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1 JERIKO DU REPONET (FR) (53)

32-1225

Br B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Ukaline du Reponet (FR)

7 12-0

Mr Derek O’Connor J

O Mr John P. McManus Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Mr Daniel Jannet

TIMEFORMVIEWMadeupintoasmarthurdlerlastterm,finishingafinesecondinthePertempsFinalatthismeetingbeforegoingonebetteratPunchestown(incheekpieces bothstarts).Clearpromiseoverfencesthisseasonandremainswithpotentialbackinahandicapwiththeheadgearreapplied. TFRHHHHI BHA145

2 MONBEG GENIUS (IRE) (26)

Br B g Shantou (USA) - Ella Watson (IRE)

1P6-P50

10 11-10

Mr J. L. Scallan (5) J

O Martin Tedham & Wasdell Properties Ltd. Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B Michael Tobin Wasdell Group S TIMEFORMVIEWProvedasgoodaseverwhenwinningatUttoxeterlastFebruaryandcreditablesixthinmajorhandicapatSandowntoendthecampaign.However hehasn’tbeenatthesamelevelthisseason,seventhof11intheGrandNationalTrialatHaydock(31/2m,goodtosoft)onlatestouting. TFR

3 THE ENABLER (IRE) (46) 06-3143

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Nanny Stone (IRE)

141

7 11-9

Mr Robert James J

O Gigginstown House Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Minch & Pate Bloodstock Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORMVIEW ConfirmedpromiseofchasingdebutwhenwinningaFairyhousenoviceinNovemberand,whilehehascomeupshortatGrade 3levelbothsubsequentoutings,this7-y-oisaninterestingcandidateashemakeshishandicapdebutinthissphere. TFR

4

INSURRECTION

(IRE) (40) 3100-30 BF 9 11-7

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Rock In The Park (IRE)

O Noel Fehily Racing Syndicate - Insurrect

B Tommy Newton

Miss Gina Andrews J

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

Olive Print & Graphics S

TIMEFORMVIEWDualwinneroverhurdlesandbetterformsentchasinglastseason,runningoutawide-marginwinnerofa21/2mMusselburghnovicehandicap.However, hisformhasbeenmixedin4startssince,goingbackwardsfromhisreappearancewhenwellbeatenatthesamecourse6weeksago. TFRHHIII BHA138

5 SANDOR CLEGANE (IRE)

(75) 00-0060

Br B g Fame And Glory - Betty Roe (IRE)

9 11-7

Mr Jack Hendrick (3) J

O Mrs K.Browne & Mrs Anne Coffey Paul Nolan, Ireland T

B Minch Bloodstock & AV Bloodstock

TIMEFORMVIEWSmartnovicechaserathisbestinthissphere.However he’snowwithoutawinsinceApril2023andhasn’tgonewithmuchpromisebackoverfences thisseason,fifteenthof28invaluablehandicapatLeopardstown(3m,good)inDecember Cheekpiecesneedtohelpsparkarevival. TFRHHHII BHA138

6 IL

RIDOTO

(FR) (70) 00-2002 C 9 11-7

Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - L’Exploratrice (FR)

O Giles, Hogarth, Mason, McGoff & Ferguson

Miss Olive Nicholls J

Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T

B Noel Lemaire Morson Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Regular fixture here who landed last season’s Paddy Power Gold Cup. Record mixed subsequently but he shaped as if back in form when runner-upover20.6fhereonNewYear’sDay Dryinggroundinhisfavourfromreducedmark,thoughstepupintripposesaquestionmark. TFRHHIII BHA138

7 PRENDS GARDE A

TOI (FR) (25) 2P14F4 7 11-6

Br Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - Fulgurance Mathan (FR)

Mr Barry O’Neill J

O Gigginstown House Stud Gordon Elliott, Ireland T

B Haras De La Croix Sonnet & S. Hosselet Bective Stud, Gordon Elliott S

TIMEFORMVIEWCamegoodoverfencesinaNaasmaideninDecemberandgotbacktothatsortofformwhenfourthof14inthevaluableGrandNationalTrial atPunchestown(27.3f,heavy)25daysago.Shouldprovesuitedbythedemandsofthisraceandhemakesplentyofappeal. TFRHHHHH BHA137

8 HERAKLES WESTWOOD (FR) (70) 30-5241 C 9 11-6

Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Une Histoire (FR)

Mr Finian Maguire J

O All Above Board Racing Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T

B Mrs Karine Perreau Warren Greatrex Racing S TIMEFORMVIEW Dual3mscorerin2024/25andwasn’tdisgracedwhenmid-fieldintheNationalHuntChallengeCupatthismeeting.Haskickedonagain thisseason,mostrecentlylandinga25.2fhandicaphereandcangiveanothergoodaccounthavinghadabreathingoperation. TFRHHHII BHA137

9 KING’S THRESHOLD (IRE) (73) 11P-041 D 9 11-6

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Pearl Buttons

Mr Harry Swan J

O Sailing to Byzantium Emma Lavelle, Marlborough T

B William Jenks Hatherden Horse Transport S

TIMEFORMVIEW Recorded a hat-trick lastseason and alsosuccessful over this trip at Newbury just afterChristmas, travelling easily andscoring with somethingtospare.6lbrisefairenough,thoughanotherpersonalbestwillberequiredifhe’stofollowuphere. TFRHHIII BHA137

10

WEVEALLBEENCAUGHT

(IRE) (75) 544-420 C 9 11-6

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Curvacious (IRE)

Mr J. C. Barry J

O Tadhg Moynihan Eric McNamara, Ireland T

B Conor Murphy

TIMEFORMVIEWJusttheonewintohisnamefrom16chasestartsbuthaspostedagoodnumberofcreditableeffortsindefeat,notleastwhenfourthinthisraceoffa similarmarklastyear BelowformatLeopardstownlasttimebuthasotherwisemadeapositivestartforthisyard.Cheekpiecesbackon. TFRHHHII BHA137

11 WATERFORD WHISPERS

Br B g Westerner - Tara Belle (IRE)

O Mr John P. McManus

B Mrs Norah Ahern

(IRE) (39) 20-4363 8 11-6

Mr Alan O’Sullivan (3) J

Henry de Bromhead, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEW DualhurdleswinnerwhowasafinesecondintheMartinPipeatthismeetingin2024.Yettogethisheadinfrontinthisspherebutit’sstillearlydays andheshapedwellwhenthirdof23inamajorLeopardstownhandicap(21.5f,soft)backfromabreaklastmonth.Respectedupintrip. TFRHHHHI BHA137

12 UNCLE BERT (GB) (47) 150-1F0

Br B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Azza (FR)

9 11-6

Miss Amber Jackson-Fennell (5) J

O James & Jean Potter Ltd Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T

B James & Jean Potter Potter Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful hurdler who resumed his chase career with victory in 2 1/2m handicap at Aintree in December Failed to get home in Welsh National at Chepstow before let down by his jumping at this course (20.6f) in January

13 DAILY PRESENT (IRE)

(38) 331P-0P CD 9 11-5

Br B g Mahler - Another Present (IRE)

Mr Barry Thomas Stone (5) J

O DKCR Partnership Paul Nolan, Ireland T

B Thistletown Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW Scaled newheights whenrecordingsecond successover fencesin this race 12 months ago.Hasn’t offeredmuch in 2 starts back over hurdles thisseason,butpresumablyhe’sbeencampaignedwiththisraceagaininmind.Nosurprisetoseehimfarebetter

14 OLYMPIC MAN (FR) (74) 10P-P6P 9 11-5

Br B g Martaline - Parcelle de Sou (FR)

Mr D. Doyle (3) J

O Mr Mark McCausland John McConnell, Ireland T

B Mr Jean-Philippe Dubois

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful hurdler at best Regressed as a chaser pulled up on final 2 outings in this sphere, but showed he retains ability on the Flat during theautumn.However,hewentthewrongwayagainin2startsoverhurdlestoend2025.FirstrunafterleavingWillieMullins. TFRHHIII BHA136

15 EXCELLO (FR) (70) 040-30F

Br Gr g Cokoriko (FR) - Pafadas (FR)

7 11-1

Mr Henry Main (5) J

O Mrs Angela Yeoman Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Ecurie Sagara Unibet S

TIMEFORMVIEW PromisingreappearancethirdintheGrandSeftonatAintreeinNovemberwasfollowedbyaheavydefeatinthe Becher Chase. Absent since taking a nasty fall here on New Year’s Day and others make more appeal. TFRHHIII BHA132

16 GLENGOULY (FR) (12) 0341PP C 10 11-0

Br B g Coastal Path - Roulmapoule (FR)

Mr Dara McGill J

O The Cheeky Pups Faye Bramley, Lambourn T

B Mr Patrice Vagne

TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulchaserforWillieMullinsin2024/25andbacktonearthatlevelwhencausingasurpriseinDecemberGoldCupatthiscourse.Possibleexcuseswhen pulledupbothoutingssince,racingupwiththestrongpaceatNewbury(21/2m)12daysago,butothersmorepersuasivebackupintrip. TFRHHIII BHA131(-1)

17 ROAD TO HOME (IRE) (38) F-3533P 7 11-0

Br B g Gamut (IRE) - Rosshill Opera (IRE)

Mr P. W. Mullins J

O Mr P. Davies W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B Eamonn Hogan

TIMEFORMVIEW HexhammaidenhurdlewinnerlastspringandimprovedfortheswitchtohandicapcompanyinthisspherewhenthirdatDoncasterandNewbury Seemedtofindthetesttoomuchina3mhandicaphurdleatLeopardstown(heavy)lasttimebutreturntobettergroundcouldhelp. TFRHHHII BHA

18 CAVE COURT (IRE) (26)

14-0200

Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Ben Roseler (IRE)

9 11-0

Mr Oran McGill J

O TSM Racing Syndicate Noel C. Kelly, Northern Ireland T

B Niall McGrady

TIMEFORMVIEW Dual winner over hurdles last season who ran well back over fences when second in a 21.2f Cartmel handicap in June. Found things tougheratGalwaynexttime,though,beforefinishingwellheldrevertedtohurdlesatHaydockonreturnlastmonth. TFRHHIII BHA131

19 KIM ROQUE (FR) (39) F42245 6 11-0

Br B g Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Pearl de La Roque (FR)

O R.A.Bartlett/J.Carthy/Mrs Paul Shanahan

B Mrs Genevieve Mongin

Mr J. L. Gleeson J

Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEW Frenchimportwhohasshapedwellall3startsforpresentyard,includingwhenfourthinDecemberGoldCuphereonpenultimateouting.Fared bestofthosewhoracedcloseupinanothermajorhandicapatLeopardstown(21.5f,soft)lasttimeandcanmakehispresencefelt TFRHHHHI BHA131

20 GERICAULT ROQUE (FR) (26) 53//30-02

Br B g Montmartre (FR) - Nijinska Delaroque (FR)

O Prof. Caroline Tisdall and Bryan Drew

10 10-12

Mr Brian Lawless (7) J

David Pipe, Wellington T

B Mme Genevieve Mongin W & S Recycling S

TIMEFORMVIEWDualhurdleswinnerwhohasyettotastesuccessoverfencesbutamonghissolidplacedeffortsinthisspherewasasecondinthe2022Ultimaatthismeeting.Also runner-upinavaluableAscothandicaplastmonth(worefirst-timecheekpieces)andeach-wayshoutgrantedareproductionofthat

21 NO TIME TO WAIT (IRE) (19) 0-22U04

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Stephanie Frances (IRE)

O Ms Caroline Ahearn

B M. H. Sport Horses

129

8 10-12

Mr Josh Halford (3) J

John McConnell, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEW Error-pronesortwasrunner-uptwiceinnovice/maidencompanylastsummer Facedstifftasksinvaluablehandicapsbackfromabreak thiswinterandlookstobeupagainstit,forallherancreditablywhenfourthof8inaFairyhousenovice(31/4m)19daysago. TFRHHIII BHA129

22 ASK BREWSTER (IRE) (96) P511-15 C 7 10-11

Br B g Ask - Latest Instalment (IRE)

O Midlands Quintet

B John O’Mahony

Mr Shane Cotter (7) J

Mrs C. Williams, LLancarfan T

Tote S TIMEFORMVIEW Endedlastseasonwithback-to-backwins(latterlyover31/2matthiscourse)andcontinuedhisprogressionwithsuccessinChepstowhandicapon reappearance.However,afteranotherriseintheweightshecouldfinishonlyfifthof6atSandownonlatestoutinginDecember TFRHHIII BHA128

23 HUNG JURY (IRE) (26) 4012P0 C

Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Mooneys Valley (IRE)

O Martin Keighley Racing Club

11 10-10

Mr James King J

Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T

B William Flood FBC Manby Bowdler S

TIMEFORMVIEW Muchimprovedwhenwinning4mhunteratthiscourseonfirstchasestartanddoubledhistallyinamateurshandicap(25f)backherein November PulledupinWelshNationalatChepstowsince,though,andfarednobetterbackoverhurdlesatAscotlasttime.

24 LORD ACCORD (IRE) (110) 062412 C D 11 10-10

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Cush Jewel (IRE)

O Lynne & Angus Maclennan

B Olive Troy

127

Mr N. McParlan J

Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

TIMEFORMVIEW Hasgraduallyworkedhiswaybacktoformthisseason,makingmostoverthistripatFontwellinOctober Backedupthateffortwhen secondinBerkshireNationalatAscot(29.3f),thoughwillneedtopickupwhereheleftofffollowing3-monthabsence. TFR

BHA127

DECLARED RUNNERS 26 2025: DAILY PRESENT (IRE) 8 10 7 Mr Barry Thomas Stone 12-1 (Paul Nolan) 23 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 2, 21. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5, 14, 26. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 4, 6, 9, 10, 20, 21. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 13, 24. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 6, 7, 10, 15, 20, 23, 25. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8. Stewards Note: J’ARRIVE DE L’EST: Following its run on 24/1/2026 it was reported that the jockey’s saddle slipped. Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Jeriko du Reponet (FR), 6-1 Waterford Whispers (IRE), 11-1 Kim Roque (FR), 16-1 Prends Garde A Toi (FR), Herakles Westwood (FR), Daily Present (IRE), Road To Home (IRE), 22-1 The Enabler (IRE), Sandor Clegane (IRE), Weveallbeencaught (IRE), Gericault Roque (FR), 28-1 Il Ridoto (FR), King’s Threshold (IRE), Excello (FR), Ask Brewster (IRE), 40-1 Monbeg Genius (IRE), Insurrection (IRE), Uncle Bert (GB), Glengouly (FR), Lord Accord (IRE), 50-1 Olympic Man (FR), Hung Jury (IRE), 66-1 Cave Court (IRE), No Time To Wait (IRE)

Preference is for PRENDS GARDE A TOI, who returned to form when making the frame at Punchestown last month and has more to offer as a staying chaser Waterford Whispers could improve again on just his third handicap start in this sphere, with Jeriko du Reponet and Kim Roque completing the shortlist

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.05 - THE ogledigital.co.uk ACCOUNTANT SAID CHELTENHAM’S TOO EXPENSIVE MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Novices’ Championship Hurdle Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303 for maiden four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, March 6th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 10th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 9lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 5lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb. Hexham Racecourse will present a memento to the winning Owner and award a £30.00 cash prize to the Stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. Horses which have been placed in the first four in this race will be eligible to enter THE NOVICES’ CHAMPIONSHIP HURDLE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP HURDLE RACE) to be run over a distance of about two miles at Sandown Park on 25th April, 2026 21 entries at £50 - Closed March 6th, 2026 Owners Prize Money Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 1.42 - MYBETTINGSITES.COM NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4805 to the winning horse The second to receive £2211, the third £1105 the fourth £553 and the fifth £275 for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-95 Enter by noon, March 6th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 10th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after February 28th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £30 cash prize awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 17 entries at £40 - Closed March 6th, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3675; Second £1837; Third £919; Fourth £460; Fifth £229. (Penalty Value £4805.71) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.22 - THE PAXTON’S ARE CASE IH’S N01 DEALER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) (Go North Monet’s Garden Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, March 6th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 10th. Penalties, after February 28th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £30 cash prize awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Monet’s Garden Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Carlisle on 22nd March, 2026 In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Monet’s Garden Series qualifier 20 entries at £50 - Closed March 6th, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)

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Fourth Race 3.02 - THE BK RACING HEXHAM MARATHON HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7657 to the winning horse The second to receive £3523 the third £1761, the fourth £881 and the fifth £439 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £70 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher or £70 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. March 10th. Penalties, after February 28th, 2026 for each steeple chase won 7lb. BK Racing have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize of £30 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 14 entries, 2 at £70 and 12 at £70 - Closed March 6th, 2026 Owners Prize Money Winner £5857; Second £2928; Third £1465; Fourth £732; Fifth £365 (Penalty Value £7657.45) SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 3.42 - THE DAVEY LIDDLE 80TH BIRTHDAY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5756 to the winning horse The second to receive £2648, the third £1324, the fourth £662 and the fifth £330 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher or £50 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £0 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 10th. Penalties, after February 28th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30.00 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 16 entries at £50 - Closed March 6th, 2026 Owners Prize Money Winner £4403; Second £2201; Third £1101; Fourth £550; Fifth £275 (Penalty Value £5756.29)

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Sixth Race 4.22 - THE mybettingsites.com /FIND & COMPARE IRISH BOOKIES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5281 to the winning horse The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 Enter by noon, March 6th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 10th. Penalties, after February 28th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £30 cash prize awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 21 entries at £50 - Closed March 6th, 2026 Owners Prize Money Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.00 - THE ANGELA YOUR WISH IS MY COMMAND CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4805 to the winning horse The second to receive £2211, the third £1105, the fourth £553 and the fifth £275 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 Enter by noon, March 6th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 10th. Penalties, after February 28th, 2026 for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Conditional Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to March 9th, 2026, have not ridden more than 20 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed and wins in any races run under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority will count) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £30 cash prize awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Final, to be run over a distance of abt 3m at Musselburgh on 20th March, 2026 In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Brindisi Breeze Series qualifier 12 entries at £40 - Closed March 6th, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3675; Second £1837; Third £919; Fourth £460; Fifth £229 (Penalty Value £4805.71) A

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2026 FIXTURES

WEDNESDAY 25TH MARCH

“WEATHERBYS RACEDAY”

MONDAY 13TH APRIL

“EASTER HOLIDAY RACEDAY”

SATURDAY 2ND MAY

“MAY RACE EVENING”

SATURDAY 9TH MAY

“HEART OF ALL ENGLAND RACEDAY”

SATURDAY 16TH MAY

“HAYDON POINT TO POINT”

TUESDAY 19TH MAY

“CELEBRATING NORTHUMBERLAND EVENING”

SATURDAY 6TH JUNE

“DERBY DAY”

SATURDAY 13TH JUNE

“CHARITY RACEDAY”

SUNDAY 21ST JUNE

“LADIES DAY”

FRIDAY 2ND OCTOBER

“AUTUMN RACEDAY”

SATURDAY 10TH OCTOBER

“NEWCASTLE RUGBY RACEDAY”

TUESDAY 20TH OCTOBER

“SKY SPORTS RACEDAY”

FRIDAY 6TH NOVEMBER

“UNIBET RACEDAY”

WEDNESDAY 18TH NOVEMBER

“WEATHERBYS RACEDAY”

WEDNESDAY 9TH DECEMBER

“CHRISTMAS JUMPER RACEDAY”