Market Rasen Racecard - Tuesday 7th February

AFTERNOON RACING

TUESDAY 7 FEBRUARY 2023

Official Racecard £3.00

Chief Steward

Gordan Markham

Stewards’ Panel Chair

Heather Kemp

Stewards

Tony McGlone, Simon Connaway

Assistant Steward

Daniel Andrews

Raceday Assistant

Beth Dowswell

Starters

Stuart Turner, Shaun Mitchell Judge

Katie Dowson

Handicapper

Andrew Mealor

Clerk Of The Scales

Claudia Marelli

Veterinary Officer

Matthew Tong

Veterinary Surgeons

Norrie Chapman, B.V.Sc., M.R.C.V.S.

Mark W. A. Andrews, B.V.M.&S., M.R.C.V.S.

Vets from Rase Equine Veterinary Centre

Medical Officers

Dr Rollason, Dr Ready, Dr McGarity

Nurse

Debbie Mapplethorpe

Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers

David Cook, Karen West, Melanie Swarbrick, Graham Gray

Chairman

Sue Lucas

Racecourse Directors

Michael Tuck, Lucy Parry, Biddy Dudgeon, Helen Connors & Kate Key

General Manager

Nadia Powell

Clerk Of The Course

Jack Pryor

Head Groundsman

Tim Beebe

Designated Safeguarding Lead

Nadia Powell 07450 126114

National Hospitality Sales Executive

Suzanne Lucas

Hospitality & Events Co-Ordinator

Patricia Grove

Commercial & Operations Manager

Hannah Butler

Customer Relations Executive

Jennifer Lawrence

Marketing Executive

Rachel Squires

General Manager, Catering

Peter Jardine

Deputy Catering Manager

Emma Walsh

Raceday Presenter

Steven Powell

Commentator

Malcolm Tomlinson

Betting Ring Manager

Mark Ryan

THE JOCKEY CLUB WELCOMES YOU

A warm welcome back to Market Rasen for an afternoon of jumps racing.

There are eight races on today’s card including the Listed Alan Swinbank Mares’ Standard Open National Hunt Flat Race over two miles, often showcasing some of the best young mares in training and formerly won by Eileendover for Pam Sly in 2021 We welcome Julian and his family and thank them once again for the continued sponsorship of this race with us

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our sponsors for their generous support across today’s card and we wish them all a thoroughly enjoyable day with us.

Trackside you will find the Tiger Roll Bar offering a full bar service and hot drinks keeping you cosy and the Red Rum Bar and Kitchen is open for hot food There is limited availability in our restaurant today, please visit Altior’s restaurant for dining availability.

Looking ahead the action continues on track with excellent jumps fixtures all the way through to the spring. We have another meeting in two weeks time in February and three fixtures in March, tickets for which are on sale through our website www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/marketrasen Be sure to book ahead for any hospitality experiences including spaces at Altior’s restaurant.

Our annual badge packages are also on sale, benefits include discounted admission to all our race fixtures as well as access to exclusive facilities among others. Please enquire in the office today or purchase online.

A note of personal thanks to outgoing Chairman Tommy Cooper and the whole team here at Market Rasen for the warm welcome. I look forward to many enjoyable years of service and I would like to wish all our racegoers and connections a wonderful day and the very best of luck.

OUR NEXT

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Enjoy an exhilarating afternoon of competitive racing at Market Rasen Racecourse. One enclosure will be in operation on the day of racing

Gates Open 11.45am First Race 1.45pm Last Race 4.45pm

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FIRST RACE 1.15

THE STARSPORTS.BET CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

Weights raised 4lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Pipe (7 wins from 45 runners, 16%) runs BARRIER PEAKS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (9 wins from 44 runners, 20%) runs DANCINGONTHEEDGE

Longest Traveller: BARRIER PEAKS trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 249 miles.

1 BARRIER PEAKS

B

(FR) (10)

7 12-0

J Fergus Gillard (3) E Tongue Strap

T David Pipe, Wellington

O

B

2

B

CALIDAD (IRE) (34)

Norton

O Mr J Thwaite & Charlie Longsdon

B Danny Doran

S Merribelle Stable Llc

3 LONE STAR (GB) (43)

B m Kayf Tara - Supreme Gem (IRE)

6 11-10

J Joe Williamson E Tongue Strap

T Philip Kirby, Richmond

O JOHN CORNFORTH AND PETER RAWCLIFFE

B R. Johnson

S Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing

4 DANCINGONTHEEDGE (FR) (48)

B m Kapgarde (FR) - Solarize (FR)

J Freddie Gingell (6)

T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

O Old Gold Racing 4

B Guy Pariente Holding SPRL

S Morson Group

5 MR PALMTREE (IRE) (759)

Gr g Robin des Pres (FR) - Mattys Joy (IRE)

6 11-9

TFRHHHHH BHA96

FORM 000311

TIMEFORM VIEW Much-improved since switched to handicaps, off the mark when getting the better of a bang in-form rival, who has won since, at Exeter (21.6f, heavy) last month. Followed up at Uttoxeter (2 1/2m, soft) recently and a 10lb rise probably won’t be enough to stop him here.

TFRHHHII BHA95

FORM 45-P302

TIMEFORM VIEW Things didn’t go to plan over fences but improved back hurdling when a clear second at Hereford (19.7f, soft) last month. That was his handicap debut in this sphere and, still feasibly treated following a 4lb rise, he has to enter calculations.

TFRHHHII BHA92

FORM 655241

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to build on good Hexham second in September when a disappointing fourth over 23f here next time However, got back on track returned to this trip when opening her account at Newcastle (soft) on Boxing Day, and possibilites up 7lb with Joe Williamson again in the saddle Dec22

TFRHHHII BHA91

FORM 1-5040 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Clear-cut, all-the-way winner of a 2m Worcester bumper on debut last spring. Yet to trouble the judge in this sphere, failing to improve when only seventh of 15 on handicap bow at Taunton (19f, good to soft) last time, but she’s in good hands and certainly isn’t one to write off just yet. Dec22

TFRHIIII BHA86

FORM 011443/-

10 11-4

J Ellis Collier (5) E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces

T Harriet Dickin, Bourton-on-the-Water

O The Cocoa Nuts & The Tricksters

B Brandy & Baileys Syndicate

S Clay Street Property Consultants

6 ESCOBEDO (GB) (82)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Notary

5 11-3

J Bradley Harris (6) E Tongue Strap

T Milton Harris, Warminster

O The Sophisticates

B Trebles Holford Farm Thoroughbreds

S Bresbet

7 KIMBERLEY EVE (GB) (34)

B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Ma Councha (FR) 5 10-2

J Daire McConville (8) E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces

T Ian Williams, Alvechurch

O Mr K.M.Harris

B Peel Bloodstock

S Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved model over fences during 2020/21 campaign, winning twice and decent third in a 25f Wincanton handicap chase when last seen. However, that was almost 2 years ago and while he resumes in this sphere on an attractive mark, he hasn’t shown much in 3 previous starts over hurdles.

Jan21 Wcn 25f HcpC gd-sf 3/13 Ede’iffs Elton 63/4l

Dec20 Her 25f HcpC soft 4/7 Innisfree Lad (IRE) 40l

Nov20 Lud 23f HcpC gd-sf 4/12 Volcano (FR) 81/4l

TFRHHHII BHA85

FORM 5-303

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat and duly stepped up on initial efforts over hurdles when third on handicap debut in this sphere at Wincanton (15.2f, good to soft) in November Now 2lb lower and could have a part to play if improving for this step up in trip (shapes as though he’ll stay).

Nov22 Wcn 15f HcpH good 3/8 Cornicello (FR) 10l

Oct22 Her 16f Hdl good 8/13 Kingston Sunflower (FR) 54l

Oct22 Hun 15f Hdl good 3/8 Kingston Sunflower (FR) 28l

TFRHIIII BHA70

FORM 33-000P

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed on 3 of her 4 starts in bumpers but she hasn’t shown anything in as many appearances over hurdles, pulled up on handicap debut at Hereford last time Hopes pinned on the fitting of cheekpieces sparking an uplift.

4Jan Her 19f HcpH soft P/16 Maillot Blanc -

8

L’ES FREMANTLE (FR) (28)

B g Orpen (USA) - Grand Design

J Tom Buckley

12 10-2

T Michael Chapman, Market Rasen

O Mrs M. Chapman

B Mr Peter Webb

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

TIMEFORM VIEW Very poor strike rate and another struggle is on the cards from 8lb out of the handicap here.

10Jan

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Barrier Peaks (FR), 9-2 Lone Star (GB), 11-2 Calidad (IRE), 6-1 Dancingontheedge (FR), 13-2 Escobedo (GB), 33-1 Mr Palmtree (IRE), 40-1 Kimberley Eve (GB), 300-1 L’Es Fremantle (FR)

BARRIER PEAKS has got his act together in no uncertain terms since going down the handicap route and, with further progress likely, he is taken to shrug off a 10lb rise for his latest success and complete the hat-trick. Next on the list is Calidad, who put in a good shift when runner-up back in this sphere at Hereford, while cases can also be made for Escobedo and Lone Star TIMEFORM

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SECOND RACE 1.45

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HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

for novice four, five, six and seven yrs old x Total prize fund £14000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £5842, 2nd £2922, 3rd £1460, 4th £731. (Penalty Value £7624.40)

Leading course trainer (17-22): N Henderson (15 wins from 69 runners, 22%) runs PEACE OF ROME

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Nicholls (9 wins from 44 runners, 20%) runs HUGOS NEW HORSE

Longest Traveller: HUGOS NEW HORSE trained by P Nicholls, Ditcheat, 225 miles.

1 HUGOS NEW HORSE (FR) (37)

B g Coastal Path - Pour Le Meilleur (FR) 6 11-12

J Freddie Gingell (7)

T Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat

O The Stewart Family

B Mr Dominique Guyon

S Morson Group

2 CEDAR ROW (IRE) (100)

B g Westerner - Because of You (IRE) 6 11-2

J Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

O Exors of the late Mr Trevor Hemmings

B Michael Tallon

S Trust Inns Limited

3 PEACE OF ROME (GER) (49)

Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Peace Flower (IRE)

J James Bowen

T Nicky Henderson, Lambourn

O Mr A. D. Spence

B Gestut Etzean

S Spreadex Ltd

4 PEARLY ISLAND (GB) (25)

5 11-2

TFRHHHHH BHA125

FORM 10-2111

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who completed hat-trick in 14-runner novice at Exeter (16.7f, heavy) 37 days ago, again impressing with his attitude More to come now stepping up in trip and has strong claims.

1Jan Exe 16f Hdl heavy 1/14 Buckhorn Rocco

Dec22 San 15f HcpH soft 1/8 Galahad Threepwood

Nov22 Wcn 15f Hdl gd-fm 1/4 Trolley Boy

TFRHHHII BHA-

FORM 31-P

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on second of 2 starts in point bumpers and shaped with some encouragement being being pulled up in a novice hurdle at Carlisle on Rules debut back in October Should do better in time

Oct22 Car 20f Hdl heavy P/8 Grove Road (IRE) -

TFRHHHII BHA-

FORM 62-23

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair in bumpers and shaped encouragingly sent hurdling when third in 11-runer maiden at Plumpton (20.5f, soft) 49 days ago, barely adequate test Open to improvement.

B g Trans Island - Shinrock Pearl (IRE) 7 11-2

J Brian Hughes

T Lucy Wadham, Newmarket

O Mr S. C. McIntyre

B T. C. Dawson

S Weatherbys Hamilton LLP

5 TIGHTENOURBELTS (IRE) (39)

B g Mahler - Miss McGoldrick (IRE) 6 11-2

J Tom Bellamy

T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

O Salvo & Alex Giannini, A Gemmell

B Mr John Connolly

S Hatherden Horse Transport

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

TFRHHHII BHA111

FORM 3-0P041

TIMEFORM VIEW Got right back on track when readily opening his account in 16-runner handicap hurdle at Huntingdon (19.6f) 16 days ago. Has more on his plate back in a novice, though.

TFRHHHHI BHA122

FORM 3-42

TIMEFORM VIEW Mahler gelding and built on an encouraging hurdling debut when beaten only by a useful prospect at Taunton (19f) 39 days ago, clear of rest Open to further improvement.

NO

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Tightenourbelts (IRE), 7-4 Hugos New Horse (FR), 6-1 Peace of Rome (GER), 8-1 Pearly Island (GB), 16-1 Cedar Row (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

HUGOS NEW HORSE is going the right way and, with more to come now stepping up in trip, he’s selected to extend his winning sequence to 4, most likely at the main expense of Tightenourbelts, who was beaten only by a useful prospect at Taunton in December

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HUGOS NEW HORSE (FR) 2.TIGHTENOURBELTS (IRE) 3.PEACE OF ROME (GER)

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THIRD RACE 2.15

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HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

Leading course trainer (17-22): Dr R Newland (21 wins from 87 runners, 24%) runs LIGHTENING GESTURE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (6 wins from 49 runners, 12%) runs PATIENT DREAM

Longest Traveller: WATCHOUTITSCOOKIE trained by N Hawke, Tiverton, 256 miles.

1

LIPA K (IRE) (41)

B g Mamool (IRE) - Triennial (IRE)

J Adam Wedge

T Evan Williams, Llancarfan

2

5 12-0

O P L Conway & T B P Cottrell Racing

B Mr Liam Mckeogh

CAPTAIN JACK (GB) (43)

B g Mount Nelson - Court Princess

10 11-8

J Brian Hughes E Tongue Strap, Cheek Pieces

T Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham

O Derek & Cheryl Holder

B Derek & Cheryl Holder

S Court Farm Stud

3 PATIENT DREAM (FR) (11)

B g Al Kazeem - Parnell’s Dream

5 11-6

J William Maggs (10) E Cheek Pieces

T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

O More Turf Racing

B Mr David Aykroyd & Mme Vimy Aykroyd

S Proactive Personnel Limited

4 TAKE CENTRE STAGE (IRE) (23)

B g Fame And Glory - Glibin (IRE) 6 11-6

J Nathan Moscrop

T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

O Mr Michael Scholey

B Mrs E. Kelly

S Bluegrass Horse Feeds

5 CLEAN GETAWAY (IRE) (147)

B g Getaway (GER) - Dee Two O Two (IRE) 6 11-4

J Joe Williamson (5) E Hood

T Philip Kirby, Richmond

O Mr P. Kirby

B Adrian Sutton

S Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing

6 ASA (FR) (22)

Gr f Balko (FR) - Reine de Glace (FR) 4 11-1

J Thomas Dowson

T Philip Kirby, Richmond

O The Yorkshire Puddings

B Mr Gildas Blain

S Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing

7 SIMPLY TRUE (IRE) (462)

Ch g Camacho - Faussement Simple (IRE) 6 10-4

J Kielan Woods

T D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green

O Mr Mark E. Smith

B Beshellstown Trading Co Ltd

S Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd

TFRHHHHH BHA100

FORM 1036

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner in Ireland last May. Best run over hurdles for new stable when sixth of 13 in 2m Leicester novice just after Christmas, keeping on from off the pace. Likely improver in handicaps.

Dec22

Nov22

TFRHHHII BHA94

FORM 25/P-0B3

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden and lightly raced in recent times. Beaten 19 lengths when third in C&D selling handicap on Boxing Day. Will need to step up on that form to go close here but the booking of Brian Hughes takes the eye. Also sports first-time cheekpieces.

Dec22 Mkt 16f HcpH gd-sf 3/9 Weebill 19l

Nov22 Swl 15f HcpH soft B/9 Razzo Italiano (IRE) -

Oct22 Chp 16f HcpH gd-sf 8/16 Walkinthewoods (IRE) 17l

TFRHHHII BHA92

FORM 03-3250

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on the Flat but little better than fair form over hurdles to date, including comfortably held in 2 handicaps since joining this yard Certainly too soon to write off in this sphere but he needs first-time cheekpieces to give him a lift.

27Jan Don 16f HcpH good 13/17 Half The Freedom 20l

Dec22 Seg 16f HcpH soft 5/8 Monjules (FR) 15l

Jul22 Bev 16f Hcp gd-fm 5/5 Smart Champion 51l

TFRHHHHI BHA92

FORM 4/0-4403

TIMEFORM VIEW Left a disappointing handicap debut at Wetherby on Boxing Day behind when 8 lengths third of 14 over 2m at Kelso 23 days ago. Remains relatively unexposed and on the shortlist here. 15Jan

TFRHHIII BHA90

FORM 5046-40

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to make an impact in 4 starts for Nicky Henderson and no signs of improvement as yet for current connections. First outing for 5 months. Could only consider if the betting vibes strongly suggest better is expected.

Sep22 Utt 15f HcpH good 8/12 Denable 33l

May22 Seg 19f Hdl good 4/5 Not What It Seems (IRE) 55l

Mar22 Don 19f HcpH soft 6/6 Jet of Magic (IRE) 75l

TFRHHHII BHA99

FORM 324

TIMEFORM VIEW Third on sole run in France last June Backed that up when second in 2m Leicester juvenile in November (only run for Richard Hobson). Could only manage a well-held fourth of 11 on 2m Hereford handicap debut for this stable but claims on her earlier efforts.

16Jan Her 16f HcpH soft 4/11 Fay Ce Que Voudras (IRE) 21l

Nov22 Lei 15f Hdl gd-fm 2/7 Paddy’s Fancy nose

Jun22

TFRHHIII BHA76

FORM 0PP/05P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair ex-Irish 11f Flat winner Hasn’t shown much in a handful of runs over hurdles, though, and not seen since poor effort on the level 15 months ago Best watched unless the market hints otherwise

8 WATCHOUTITSCOOKIE (IRE) (47)

Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Medimli (IRE)

5 10-4

J Tom Buckley (3) E Hood

T Nigel Hawke, Tiverton

O Mr Russell Lane

B Philip Rothwell

S Junction 24 Ltd

9 LIGHTENING GESTURE (GB) (43)

B g Estidhkaar (IRE) - Cornlaw

J Charlie Hammond

T Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

O Mr Royston Morgan Evans

B Cornlaw Partnership

S Coulthursts Ltd

4 10-2

TFRHHIII BHA76

FORM 0-06000

TIMEFORM VIEW Has yet to achieve anything of worth, beaten 29 lengths when seventh of 14 on his 2m Ffos Las handicap debut in December A first-time hood needs to spark improvement.

TFRHHHHI BHA86

FORM 543

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner Beaten a long way when reaching the frame in 2 juvenile hurdles for this yard in December but rates a possible improver now making a quick switch to handicaps.

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: LIGHTNING ATTACK 6 10 1 Richie McLernon 9-2 (Ben Haslam) 12 ran

Stewards Note:

LIGHTENING GESTURE: Following its run on 26/12/2022 it was reported that the horse ran too freely

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Lipa K (IRE), 9-2 Take Centre Stage (IRE), 5-1 Lightening Gesture (GB), 11-2 Asa (FR), 9-1 Captain Jack (GB), Patient Dream (FR), 16-1 Simply True (IRE), 33-1 Watchoutitscookie (IRE), 50-1 Clean Getaway (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

LIPA K caught the eye at Leicester last time and this former bumper winner is selected to take a step forward now moving into handicap company. Take Centre Stage showed he can be very competitive from his mark last time and is feared most ahead of Dr Richard Newland handicap newcomer Lightening Gesture.

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WEATHERBYS CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL BETTING GUIDE HANDICAP HURDLE & WEATHERBYS

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HANDICAP CHASE PREVIEWS

Weatherbys sponsor two of today’s eight races, starting with the Weatherbys Cheltenham Festival Betting Guide Handicap Hurdle, a 0-115 event staged over an extended 2m7f

Given that they are rated 117 (and allowed to contest this race, due to them being rated just 2lbs higher than the ratings bracket), joint top-weights Here Comes McCoy and Cavallino are forced to shoulder 11-13, so trainers Olly Murphy and Fergal O’Brien have opted to claim 5lbs off their respective runners. The former, who represents an in-form stable, got no further than the first fence on his return to action recently (had been off for 626 days) and reverts to hurdles, with Lewis Stones on board. Twice a winner over hurdles (once at this track), his young jockey is also in fine form at present and rode a double at Fakenham last week. Cavallino was previously trained by Willie Mullins and finished tailed-off on his first start for his current stable

Jonjo O’Neill is another trainer in good form, with him saddling a treble at Chepstow last week, and he is represented by the mare Betty’s Banjo, whilst the Micky Hammond-trained Shighness is the only other course winner in the seven-strong field. She won over course-anddistance on her penultimate start, staying on strongly and is just 6lbs higher She ran reasonably well in a competitive race at Haydock last time, so seems to be in good order

Republican represents Oliver Sherwood and it is a big day for the Lambourn-based trainer, who saddles the exciting Queens Gamble in the rearranged Alan Swinbank Bumper She is currently the shortest-priced British-trained contender for the Weatherbys Champion Bumper and looks to consolidate that position, with a second Listed success this afternoon.

Fakir and Halifax complete the field, with the latter making his debut for Grace Harris, having left the Jonjo O’Neill stable

Six go to post for the Weatherbys nhstallions.co.uk Handicap Chase, with the top-weight again representing the stable of Olly Murphy. A two-time winning hurdler, African Dance made a successful chasing debut at Ayr in November 2021 and following a lengthy lay-off (448 days), has been left on the same mark. He shouldn’t mind the drying ground and goes up in trip for the first time

Jessie Lightfoot is the sole course winner in the field and she has won twice from six starts as a chaser Brought down when last seen, she is now 17lbs higher than when winning the novices’ handicap chase on this card a year ago, so needs to find further improvement.

Runner-up here on Boxing Day, Geryville has been in fairly consistent form for the past year and similar comments apply to Jaytee, who hasn’t been out of the first two in four chase starts. Ian Williams’ eight-year-old also filled the runners-up spot on his most recent start and runs off the same mark today, so should go well.

The evergreen Gwencily Berbas – now 12 – and the 10-year-old Diomede des Mottes make up the half-dozen, with the latter sporting first-time blinkers. Formerly trained by Dan Skelton, he has failed to complete in two of his three starts for Dr Richard Newland and hasn’t won since October 2019

FOURTH RACE 2.45

THE WEATHERBYS CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL BETTING GUIDE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) for 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) Weights lowered 3lbs.

Leading course trainer (17-22): O Murphy (48 wins from 227 runners, 21%) runs HERE COMES MCCOY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (10 wins from 38 runners, 26%) runs HERE COMES MCCOY

Longest Traveller: FAKIR trained by M Harris, Warminster, 193 miles.

1 HERE COMES MCCOY

(IRE) (38)

Br g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Is It Here (IRE)

8 11-13

J Lewis Stones (5) E Tongue Strap

T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

O Mr C. J. Haughey

B Mrs Mary Mangan

S McCoy Contractors

2 CAVALLINO (IRE) (66)

Ch g Presenting - Roque de Cyborg (IRE)

8 11-13

J Jack Hogan (5) E Blinkers, Tongue Strap

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

O Mr Malcolm C. Denmark

B Mr Walter Connors

S Leaflet Company Ltd

3 FAKIR (FR) (43)

B g Day Flight - Lazary (FR)

4

8 11-11

J Mitchell Bastyan E Tongue Strap

T Milton Harris, Warminster

O In For A Penny Partnership

B S.C. Couetil Elevage

S Bresbet

BETTY’S BANJO (IRE) (95)

B m Fame And Glory - Betty’s The Best (IRE)

J Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

O Mrs Fitri Hay

6 11-8

B Minch B/Stock, Av B/Stock & Brittas Stud

S JMH Group

5 REPUBLICAN (GB) (39)

B g Kayf Tara - Noun de La Thinte (FR) 8 11-8

J Jonathan Burke E Cheek Pieces

T Oliver Sherwood, Upper Lambourn

O Mr Edward J. Ware

B Miss V. M. Williams

S Rewards 4 Racing Ltd

6 SHIGHNESS (GB) (39)

B m Passing Glance - Sharwakom (IRE) 6 11-3

J Brian Hughes

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O Keep The Faith Partnership

B Mrs Glenda Swinglehurst

S Wilcocks Contractors Ltd, Micky Hammond Racing

7 HALIFAX (FR) (81)

B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Oudette (FR) 6 11-2

J Conor Ring (3) E Tongue Strap

T Grace Harris, Shirenewton

O Mrs Katya Banks

B Mme Vsse Yves D’Armaille

TFRHHHII BHA117

FORM 10216/-U C

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual novice hurdle winner who made an inauspicious start over fences after 21 months off at Warwick 38 days ago, trying to refuse at the first and unseating his rider Back over hurdles now and hard to know what to expect.

Dec22 War 20f HcpC soft U/9 Mister Watson -

Apr21 Chl 20f HcpH good 6/12 Proschema (IRE) 14l

Mar21 Mkt 18f Hdl gd-sf 1/6 Quinta Do Mar (IRE) 1l

TFRHHHII BHA117

FORM F235-P0

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdle winner/fairly maiden chaser for Willie Mullins in Ireland but was well held in a first-time tongue strap (also had breathing op) on first start for this yard at Chepstow in December Needs to leave that behind in refitted blinkers.

Dec22 Chp 23f HcpH gd-sf 8/12 Top of The Bill (IRE) 59l

Apr22 Pun 24f HcpC good P/14 Donkey Years (IRE) -

Feb22 Clo 20f Ch heavy 5 Krabat (IRE) 22l

TFRHHHII BHA115

FORM 31653P

TIMEFORM VIEW Back on track when landing a 3-runner handicap chase at Fontwell (21.6f, good) on debut for this yard in September Has gone the wrong way since though, so others preferred for all he returns to this sphere on an attractive mark.

Dec22 Mkt 21f HcpC gd-sf P/9 Whistleinthedark (IRE) -

Nov22 Wcn 15f HcpC good 3/5 Stormin Crossgales (IRE) 14l

Nov22 San 20f HcpC soft 5/5 Solo (FR) 16l

TFRHHHII BHA112

FORM 10-12P

TIMEFORM VIEW Won sole outing in Irish points and left hurdling debut form behind when landing a mares novice at Uttoxeter (19.9f) in May. However, after 4 months off made a discouraging handicap debut at Exeter in November Bounce back called for. Nov22

TFRHHHHI BHA112

FORM 3F/54-04

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since 2019 but has fallen in the weights and stepped up on her comeback run in first-time cheekpieces when fourth of 13 in 3m handicap at Taunton 39 days ago, despite a sketchy round of jumping. Player down in grade

Dec22 Tnt 23f HcpH gd-sf 4/13 Apple Rock (IRE) 13l

Nov22 Kmp 24f HcpH soft 7/10 Good News 39l

Jan22 Swl 24f HcpC gd-sf 4/13 Slipway (IRE) 13l

TFRHHHHH BHA107

FORM 3614-14 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved for the switch to handicaps when winning 5-runner event over C&D (heavy) in November, suited by emphasis on stamina. Ran to a similar level off a 6lb higher mark when fourth at Haydock since and ought to be on the premises again.

Dec22 Hay 24f HcpH soft 4/11 Sacre Coeur (FR) 21/

soft

TFRHHHII BHA106

FORM 355234

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who shaped as if still in good form when fourth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Ascot (24.4f, good to soft) 81 days ago, though found little First run for yard after leaving Jonjo O’Neill.

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2022: SCHALKE 7 11 1 Brian Hughes 6-1 (Rebecca Menzies) 10 ran

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Shighness (GB), 3-1 Republican (GB), 7-1 Here Comes McCoy (IRE), 8-1 Fakir (FR), 9-1 Betty’s Banjo (IRE), 11-1 Cavallino (IRE), 12-1 Halifax (FR)

SHIGHNESS is back on less testing ground (best form in the mud) but she’s made a solid start to life in handicaps and appeals as the most solid option in an ordinary handicap for the level. Republican posted a respectable fourth in first-time cheekpieces at Taunton last time and is potentially well treated now, so he’s feared most. TIMEFORM

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FIFTH RACE 3.15

THE WEATHERBYS nhstallions.co.uk HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) 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 (17-22): O Murphy (48 wins from 227 runners, 21%) runs AFRICAN DANCE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (10 wins from 38 runners, 26%) runs AFRICAN DANCE

Longest Traveller: GWENCILY BERBAS trained by D Pipe, Wellington, 249 miles.

1

AFRICAN DANCE (IRE) (448)

Br g Shirocco (GER) - Dani California

2

8 12-1

J Fergus Gregory E Tongue Strap

T Olly Murphy, Wilmcote

O Bective Stud

B Mr Kevin McCarthy

GERYVILLE (FR) (43)

B g Rail Link - Rosaville (FR)

J Brian Hughes

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O Mr R. M. Howard

B Thierry Cypres

S Effingham Steel Services Ltd

7 12-0

3 GWENCILY BERBAS (FR) (38)

B g Nickname (FR) - Lesorial (FR)

J Fergus Gillard (3)

T David Pipe, Wellington

O Mr Aidan J. Ryan

B Mlle Lily-Rose Bernabe

S W & S Recycling

4

JAYTEE (GB) (9)

12 11-11

E Blinkers

TFRHHHHH BHA121

FORM 31314/1-

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner at Plumpton a couple of years ago and perfect start over fences when landing a 9-runner Ayr handicap (20.5f, good to soft) on sole start last season. Wellbeing has to be taken on trust following 14 months off but resumes on the same mark and this trip should within his range

Nov21 Ayr 20f HcpC gd-sf 1/9 En Meme

TFRHHHHI BHA120

FORM 212-342

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored twice last season and, though below par first 2 starts this time round, he took a step firmly back in the right direction when runner-up here (27.6f, good to soft) following a wind op on Boxing Day. 3lb rise fair and another bold show on the cards.

HcpC gd-sf 3/10 Tango Boy (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA117

FORM P50-564

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged an Exeter marathon off 7lb higher last winter but ended that campaign on a low-key note. Hasn’t returned in particularly good form this season and while he’s dangerous to completely discount off this reduced mark, others make more appeal for win purposes.

Dec22 War 24f HcpC soft 4/9 The Kings Writ (IRE) 27l

Dec22 San 28f HcpC gd-sf 6/11 Quick Wave (FR) 19l

Nov22 War 24f HcpC soft 5/10 Ramses de Teillee (FR) 45l

TFRHHHII BHA113

FORM 0212-42

Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Archway Copse 8 11-7

J William Kennedy

T Ian Williams, Alvechurch

O Mr J. Tredwell

B J. Tredwell

S Tote

5 DIOMEDE DES MOTTES (FR) (10)

Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - Nellyssa Bleu (FR) 10 11-2

J Charlie Hammond E Blinkers

T Dr Richard Newland, Droitwich

O Belbroughton Racing Club

B E.A.R.L Ecurie Des Mottes

S Coulthursts Ltd

6 JESSIE LIGHTFOOT (IRE) (37)

B m Yeats (IRE) - Needle Doll (IRE) 9 10-5

J Henry Brooke

T Henry Oliver, Kinnersley

O Mr Peter Price

B Sean Keane

TIMEFORM VIEW Built on chase debut promise when landing a Taunton handicap last spring and hasn’t done much wrong in 3 subsequent starts, finding just one too strong back in this sphere at Southwell (25.8f, good) recently Likely to give another good account off the same mark.

29Jan Swl 25f HcpC good 2/8

Dec22 Utt 23f HcpH gd-sf 4/8

Mar22 Fls 23f HcpC gd-sf 2/4

TFRHIIII BHA108

FORM PP5/-0FP D

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a beginners’ chase at Hereford in November 2020 but little to shout about since, failing to complete on 4 of his 6 subsequent appearances (over hurdles and fences). Hopes pinned on the first-time blinkers sparking a revival.

28Jan Utt 20f HcpC gd-sf P/12 Tip Top Mountain (IRE) -

Dec22 Mkt 21f HcpC gd-sf F/9 Whistleinthedark (IRE) -

Nov22 Utt 26f HcpC good 7/10 Tea For Free (IRE) 18l

TFRHHHII BHA97

FORM 414P-1B CD BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Left John Groucott and returned to form when landing a 6-runner Southwell handicap (25.8f, good to soft) on yard debut in December Premature exit wasn’t her fault last time, though had been jumping sketchy prior to that and she will probably find one or two too good here.

1Jan Fkn 24f HcpC gd-sf B/7 Bolintlea (IRE) -

Dec22 Swl 25f HcpC good 1/6 Kilganer Queen (IRE) 14l

Mar22 Seg 26f HcpC gd-sf P/6

Powerful Position (IRE) -

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022: GUETAPAN COLLONGES (FR) 6 11 11 William Kennedy 13-8 (Charlie Longsdon) 7 ran

Stewards Note: JAYTEE: Following its run on 29/1/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe

Probable S.P’s: 11-4

Geryville (FR), 10-3

Jaytee (GB), 4-1

African Dance (IRE), 9-2

Jessie Lightfoot (IRE), 13-2 Gwencily Berbas (FR), 28-1 Diomede des Mottes (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

Provided all is well following a 14-month absence, AFRICAN DANCE could be the answer. He made a winning chase debut at Ayr on his sole appearance last season and resumes here on the same mark. Geryville will be a big threat if backing up his latest effort and he is second choice ahead of Jaytee

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BROCKLESBY POINT TO POINT RACES - SATURDAY 11th

FEBRUARY, 2023 - FIRST RACE 12 NOON

BROCKLESBY PARK, BROCKLESBY, DN41 8PN (off A18 near Humberside Airport)

ALAN SWINBANK MARES’ STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE

We are delighted to again be staging the annual running of the Listed Alan Swinbank Mares’ Bumper as our feature race this afternoon and warmly welcome Alan’s family and friends who have supported the race.

In a training career lasting well over 30 years Alan Swinbank conquered the world, but he liked nothing more than this journeys to Lincolnshire where his record at Market Rasen was second to none. Alan’s first winner as a licensed trainer was The Froddler in a Hunter Chase at Sedgefield in 1982 but it is for his exploits with globetrotting Collier Hill that he hit the headlines, winning 15 races in 8 countries including the Irish St Leger and high profile races in Canada and Hong Kong.

He enjoyed great success domestically as well - with his near 800 winners including horses like Turbo Linn and Alfie Flitts.

Of all Alan’s many qualities as a trainer his eye for a horse was one of the most outstanding - he had 25 winners here and many of those were in a Bumper - sending into battle a young horse he had nurtured.

And there have been few more emotional winners here than just days after he died when Alan’s partner Sally and his family were here to see Brecon Hill win the Bumper - so its more than fitting a race in his honour should be for the type of horse at which he excelled.

SIXTH RACE 3.45

The Family of Alan Swinbank

THE ALAN SWINBANK MARES’ STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE) for four, five and six yrs old fillies and mares x Total prize fund £20000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £8716, 2nd £3578, 3rd £1790, 4th £894, 5th £448, 6th £224. (Penalty Value £11390)

Leading course trainer (17-22): D Skelton (43 wins from 217 runners, 20%) runs TAKE NO CHANCES

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (15 wins from 64 runners, 23%) runs TAKE NO CHANCES

Longest Traveller: FLYING FORTUNE trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, 310 miles.

1 QUEENS GAMBLE (IRE) (87)

Ch m Getaway (GER) - Gambling Girl (IRE) 5 11-8

J Jonathan Burke

T Oliver Sherwood, Upper Lambourn

O Mr A Frost and Mr E Galvin

B Ardmulchan Stud

S Rewards 4 Racing Ltd

2 ALFIE’S PRINCESS (IRE) (65)

B or Br m Shirocco (GER) - Dunahall Queen (IRE) 6 11-4

J Sam Twiston-Davies E Tongue Strap

T Sam Thomas, Cardiff

O Walters Plant Hire & Potter Group

B David O’Brennan

S Potter Group

3 DYSART ENOS (IRE) (69)

B m Malinas (GER) - Graces Benefit (IRE) 5 11-4

J Paddy Brennan

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham

O The Good Stock Syndicate

B Ms Grainne Dunne

S Bresbet

4 INION TIOGAIR (IRE) (32)

Br m Westerner - Tiger Bay Lady (IRE)

J Conor Ring

T Grace Harris, Shirenewton

O Foxhills Racing Limited

B Aidan Aherne

S Grace Harris Racing

5 MELLIFICENT (IRE) (116)

B m Fame And Glory - Mise En Place

J Jonjo O’Neill Jr

T Jonjo O’Neill, Cheltenham

O Mr Semore Kurdi

B Mr D. Pratt

S Wasdell Group

6 11-4

TFRHHHHH BHA-

FORM 1-1 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Has looked a class act in winning both her starts to date at Cheltenham, forging clear to score easily at this level in November Could take high rank in this division and can defy a penalty here.

Nov22 Chl 16f NHF good 1/16 Bonttay (IRE) 8l

Apr22 Chl 16f NHF good 1/16 Mullenbeg (IRE) 10l

TFRHHHII BHA-

FORM 1-2 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW £220,000 5-y-o, Shirocco mare. Won sole start in Irish points (Mar 13) and couldn’t quite justify market confidence starting out at listed level at Huntingdon in December Clearly has plenty of ability and should improve

Dec22 Hun 15f NHF good 2/8 Lilting Verse (IRE) 1/2l

TFRHHHHI BHA-

FORM 2-1

TIMEFORM VIEW £95,000 4-y-o, Malinas filly Runner-up sole outing in Irish points (Mar 20) and looked a good prospect on Rules debut when winning 15-runner bumper (9/2) at Ludlow (15.8f, good to soft) in November, soon sealing matters despite still lacking a bit of know-how. Player.

Nov22 Lud 15f NHF gd-sf 1/15 Flight of Freedom (IRE) 81/2l

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 21

TIMEFORM VIEW Put her experience to good use in going one better than she had on her debut (having left Margaret Mullins in the 3 months since) when making all in Ludlow bumper last month, seen to maximum effect with others behind appearing less at ease under conditions. More needed here.

6Jan Lud 15f NHF soft 1/15 Bethka (IRE) 2l

Oct22 Tmr 16f Stk yield 2 Tina Meehan (IRE) 14l

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 2-1

6 11-4

6 TAKE NO CHANCES (IRE) (67)

B m Milan - Coscorrig (IRE)

J Harry Skelton

T Dan Skelton, Alcester

O Mr Garry Wilson

B D. Corry

5 11-4

S Ladbrokes, TheAirAmbulanceService (Warwickshire&Northamptonshire)

7 TIPPERARY STAR (GB) (38)

B m Getaway (GER) - Presenteea (IRE) 5 11-4

J Harry Bannister

T Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

O Glassex Holdings Ltd

B Distillery Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising second in Fairyhouse bumper in April for Lorna Fowler Bought for €150,000 subsequently and created an excellent impression for new connections when running out a stylish winner of Uttoxeter bumper in October Should go well.

Oct22 Utt 15f NHF good 1/11 Bridget Breeze (FR) 13/4l Apr22 Fai 16f Stk yield 2 Hunters Yarn (IRE) 11/2l

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 4-12

TIMEFORM VIEW €20,000 3-y-o, £95,000 4-y-o, Milan filly Off mark in Irish points at second attempt and duly showed plenty of ability when second to good prospect in bumper at Exeter (16.7f, soft) in December Entitled to improve

Dec22 Exe 16f NHF gd-sf 2/10 Inthewaterside (FR) 1l

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 323

TIMEFORM VIEW Has made a decent start in bumpers but surprising if she can open her account at this level taking on some promising winners.

8

YOU SOME GIRL (IRE) (39)

B m Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Kallisti (IRE)

J Sean Quinlan

T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

O Mr John Wade

B Michael Ward

6 11-4

E Hood

S Bluegrass Horse Feeds, Arthur J Gallagher (UK)

9 DAYTONA BEACH (IRE) (-)

B f Dubawi (IRE) - Dalkova

J Brian Hughes

T Rae Guest, Newmarket

O Mr Rae Guest

B Godolphin

S Keystone Law

10 FLYING FORTUNE (IRE) (32)

Br f Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Turbo Linn

J James Bowen

T Peter Bowen, Haverfordwest

O Fortune N’Fame fillies

B Cathal Ennis

11 WOOGREY (IRE) (31)

Gr f New Bay - Stella River (FR)

J Charlie Todd

T Phillip Makin, Leyburn

O Mr J. A. Swinbank

B Irish Thoroughbred Capital Ltd

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

4 10-6

TFRHHIII BHA-

FORM 13

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a successful start at Catterick but unable to defy a penalty at Haydock over Christmas and this is even tougher Hooded.

Dec22 Hay 15f NHF soft 3/9 Pyffo (IRE) 14l Nov22 Cat 15f NHF soft 1/8 City Roller (IRE) 41/4l

TFRHHHII BHA-

FORM

TIMEFORM VIEW 13,000 gns 3-y-o, Dubawi filly Sister to 2 winners, including fairly useful 2m/19f hurdle winner Clear White Light. Dam 7f/1m winner Pitched in at the deep end on debut but one to note in the betting with Brian Hughes booked.

RACECOURSE DEBUT

TFRHHHII BHAFORM 3

4 10-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Soldier of Fortune filly Dam (b118), unbeaten in bumpers, also smart 1 1/2m winner on Flat. Encouraging start behind Inion Tiogair in Ludlow bumper (15/2) in January, faring best of those held up Should do better

6Jan

4 10-6

TFRHHIII BHAFORM 3

TIMEFORM VIEW New Bay filly Dam 9.2f winner Showed some ability when third of 9 in bumper (22/1) at Newcastle (16.2f, standard) on debut last month but plenty more needed here.

7Jan Nwc 16f NHF st-sl 3/9 Ici La Reine (IRE)

2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Queens Gamble (IRE), 6-1 Dysart Enos (IRE), 17-2 Mellificent (IRE), 9-1 Alfie’s Princess (IRE), 12-1 Take No Chances (IRE), 14-1 Daytona Beach (IRE), 16-1 Inion Tiogair (IRE), 20-1 Flying Fortune (IRE), 33-1 Tipperary Star (GB), 40-1 You Some Girl (IRE), 100-1 Woogrey (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

QUEENS GAMBLE can cement her status as one of the most exciting British bumper performers with a third victory She put a good field to bed with ease in a listed contest at Cheltenham in November and should be far too good again. Dysart Enos looked classy at Ludlow and should improve, while Mellificent and Alfie’s Princess can also play a part.

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SEVENTH RACE 4.15

THE READ DAVY RUSSELL ON starsportsbet.co.uk NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS

5)

for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

Weights raised 4lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

Leading course trainer (17-22): S England (8 wins from 55 runners, 15%) runs SIR APOLLO

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): N Hawke (2 wins from 6 runners, 33%) runs SINDABELLA

Longest Traveller: SINDABELLA trained by N Hawke, Tiverton, 256 miles.

1

JACK DOYEN (IRE) (11)

B g Doyen (IRE) - Reynella Cross (IRE) 7 11-13

J Harry Bannister

T Ben Case, Banbury

O Wardington Hopefuls

B James Murtagh

S David Andrews Construction Limited

2 URANUS DES BORDES (FR) (38)

B g Kapgarde (FR) - Queen des Bordes (FR) 7 11-11

J Sam Twiston-Davies E Cheek Pieces

T David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold

O Mr Simon Hunt

B C. Marie, Mme C. Chalots & Mlle C. Marie

S Winvic Construction Limited

3 WILLIAMDECONQUEROR (GB) (684)

B g Native Ruler - Dancing Daffodil

J Ben Poste

7 11-10

T Harriet Dickin, Bourton-on-the-Water

O Mrs M A Cooper & Mrs C M Dickin

B Mrs C. M. Dickin & Mr & Mrs Cooper

S Clay Street Property Consultants

4 BEAT THE EDGE (IRE) (9)

B g Beat Hollow - Darsi O’Grady (IRE) 6 11-8

J Jamie Hamilton E Blinkers, Tongue Strap

T Tim Easterby, Malton

O Smartwater Utilities

B Ms M. Kavanagh

S Easthorpe Hall Stud

5 SINDABELLA (FR) (41)

B m Sinndar (IRE) - Figarella Gaugain (FR)

J Tom Buckley (3)

T Nigel Hawke, Tiverton

O Surefire Racing 1

B Isabelle Liger & Sven Pauwels

S Junction 24 Ltd

6 RIBEYE (GB)

(13)

B g Lucarno (USA) - Elusive Swallow

J Thomas Dowson

T Peter Atkinson, Northallerton

O Mrs Lucinda Atkinson

B Michael Broad

7 SIR APOLLO (IRE) (25)

B g Westerner - Fieldtown (IRE)

7 11-4

TFRHHIII BHA95

FORM 2-045P0

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in points but no better than mid-field in maiden/novice hurdles and well beaten in 2 handicaps switched to fences in recent weeks.

27Jan Hun 23f HcpC gd-sf 8/11 Spotty Dog 44l

Dec22 Utt 24f HcpC heavy P/12 The Lion Dancer (IRE)Dec22 Mkt 20f Hdl gd-sf 5/6 Chianti Classico (IRE) 75l

TFRHHIII BHA93

FORM 234-P4P

TIMEFORM VIEW Encouragement first time out when runner-up in novice hurdle at Huntingdon but largely disappointing since, failing to build on Ludlow handicap chase fourth in novice when pulled up at Uttoxeter on New Year’s Eve.

Dec22 Utt 24f HcpC heavy P/12 The Lion Dancer (IRE) -

Nov22 Lud 23f HcpC gd-sf 4/8 Paseo 17l

Nov22 Hun 19f HcpC good P/5 William Cody -

TFRHHIII BHA92

FORM 6P00F0/-

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form at best over hurdles in 2020/21 season. Can only really watch now switching to fences after 684 days on the sidelines.

Mar21 Chp 19f HcpH good 11/16 Wavering Down (IRE) 29l

Mar21 Her 21f HcpH soft F/12 I’m A Starman -

Feb21 War 21f Hdl soft 7/18 Benny’s Oscar (IRE) 20l

TFRHHHHH BHA90

FORM 4-P4223

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in handicap chases at up to 25f on his last 3 outings. May have found 19f at Sedgefield a little on the sharp side last time and taken to get off the mark now stepping back up in trip

TFRHHHHI BHA86

FORM 22P-62r

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest hurdler who ran one of her best races when second of 13 in handicap hurdle at Exeter (21.5f) in November In the process of running well when rider took the wrong course turning for home at Leicester since. Player if taking to fences at first time of asking.

Dec22 Lei 20f HcpH heavy O/16 Gerolamo Cardano -

Nov22 Exe 21f HcpH gd-sf 2/13 Shutupshirley 13l

May22 Hun 25f HcpH good 6/11 Ratoute Yutty 63/4l

TFRHHHHI BHA86

FORM 21-0054 D

8 11-4

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved when stepped up to 3m last season, winning handicap hurdle at Newcastle in April. Well held next 3 starts, but took a step back in the right direction when fourth on 19f Catterick chase debut 13 days ago Respected now stepping back up in trip

25Jan Cat 19f HcpC soft 4/10 Roccowithlove 91/4l

1Jan Cat 25f HcpH soft 5/12 Just Jess (IRE) 24l

Nov22 Nwc 23f HcpH soft 11/14 Fenland

TFRHHHII BHA84

FORM 24-4164 BF

8 11-2

J Jonathan England E Tongue Strap

T Sam England, Guiseley

O NMUS

B Martin J. Dibbs

S Keighley Steel

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in 27f Sedgefield handicap chase in November but hasn’t kicked on from that, fading into fourth back at Sedgefield last month.

13Jan Seg 26f HcpC

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: JESSIE LIGHTFOOT (IRE) 8 9 10 Lilly Pinchin 9-2 (John Groucott) 8 ran

Stewards Note:

RIBEYE: Following its run on 25/1/2023 it was reported that the jockey failed to ride out.

SIR APOLLO: Following its run on 13/1/2023 it was reported that the horse hung badly left-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Beat The Edge (IRE), 7-2 Sir Apollo (IRE), 4-1 Ribeye (GB), 6-1 Sindabella (FR), 11-1 Uranus des Bordes (FR), 14-1 Jack Doyen (IRE), 40-1 Williamdeconqueror (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

BEAT THE EDGE has been knocking on the door in similar events and can deservedly get his head in front. The step back up to 3m should suit Ribeye who is feared most ahead of Nigel Hawke chase newcomer Sindabella.

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EIGHTH RACE 4.45

THE MALTON MARQUEES BELIEVE IN THE MAGIC MARES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) for five yrs old and upwards mares x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3231, 2nd £1615, 3rd £808, 4th £404, 5th £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

Leading course trainer (17-22): D McCain (9 wins from 78 runners, 12%) runs TOUGHASOLDBOOTS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D McCain (6 wins from 49 runners, 12%) runs TOUGHASOLDBOOTS

Longest Traveller: MILADYGRACE trained by M Keighley, Cheltenham, 174 miles.

1

EMORELLE (IRE) (47)

Ch m Shirocco (GER) - Flemerelle (IRE) 6 12-0

J Adam Wedge

T Evan Williams, Llancarfan

O R.J.W Corrigan Racing

B P. Hore

2

STAMINA CHOPE (FR) (22)

Ch m Muhaymin (USA) - My Virginia (FR) 7 11-6

J Lee Edwards

T Dave Roberts, Kenley

O Mr Douglas Bradbury

B Mr Alain Chopard et al

S Mill Farm Holiday Park

3 TOUGHASOLDBOOTS (IRE) (25)

B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Khirahs Firth (IRE) 5 11-6

J Peter Kavanagh (5)

T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

O Donald McCain Racing Club

B Michael Thornton

S Proactive Personnel Limited

4 IMPERIAL PRIDE (IRE) (26)

B m Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Alderbrook Girl (IRE) 7 11-5

J Tom Bellamy

T David Dennis, Banbury

O Dr Tom Davies, Tim Wright, Steve Merry

B J. O’Donoghue

S DD Racing Ltd

5 MILADYGRACE (GB) (38)

B m Universal (IRE) - Milan Athlete (IRE) 8 10-8

J Brian Hughes

T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham

O Mrs T. R. Kinsey

B Mr W. Kinsey

S Fbc Manby Bowdler

TFRHHHHH BHA100

FORM 3-35204

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden hurdler who caught the eye in 3m Ffos Las handicap last time and makes a fair bit of appeal starting out over fences in a winnable race Dec22 Fls 23f

TFRHHHII BHA92

FORM U21-336

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened chase account off this mark at Sedgefield (21.1f) last spring and recent Hereford hurdles run should have blown the cobwebs away Wouldn’t dismiss.

TFRHHHII BHA96

FORM 133536

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winning hurdler usually ridden prominently Been given a chance by the handicapper now chasing.

TFRHHHHI BHA91

FORM 32-3463

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in a couple of points and has made a fair crack at hurdling. Quickly switches to chasing and could do better in this sphere. 12Jan

TFRHHHII BHA80

FORM 0/3-U12F

TIMEFORM VIEW First success in Taunton handicap chase in November and ran well at Leicester next time Took a heavy fall at Warwick latest though and hopefully that won’t have left a mark. Back up in trip

Dec22

soft

WONDER

6 DAWN WONDER (IRE) (2)

B m Conduit (IRE) - Presentingatdawn (IRE) 6 10-2

J E Cheek Pieces

T Sarah-Jayne Davies, Leominster

O Mr Andrew Gough

B Alfred B. Hanna

S Sjd Racing

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

TFRIIIII BHA74

FORM 0-00PPU

EMORELLE shaped well in a 3m Ffos Las handicap hurdle 7 weeks ago and could prove better over fences so might be the way to go down in trip Imperial Pride and Toughasoldboots are also both of interest now going chasing.

TODAY’S RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.15 - THE STARSPORTS.BET CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS’ NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 1st and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 5th. Penalties, after January 28th, 2023, 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 February 4th, 2023, 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 Market Rasen Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 21 entries at £40. - Closed February 1st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 4lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A

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Second Race 1.45 - THE FOLLOW @starsports_bet EBF NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7624 to the winning horse The second to receive £3512, the third £1755 and the fourth £879 for novice four, five, six and seven yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible Enter by noon, February 1st and pay £70 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 5th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 2lb; 5-y-o, 6-y-o and 7-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly given £1000 towards the prize money for this race Market Rasen Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race Horses placed first, second, third or fourth in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the E.B.F ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four furlongs at Sandown Park on Saturday, March 11th, 2023. 17 entries at £70.Closed February 1st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5842; Second £2922; Third £1460; Fourth £731. (Penalty Value £7624.40)

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.15 - THE CALL STAR SPORTS ON 08000 521321 HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse

The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 1st and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 5th. Penalties, after January 28th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Market Rasen Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 16 entries at £40. - Closed February 1st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 2.45 - THE WEATHERBYS CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL BETTING GUIDE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5281 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2430, the third £1215, the fourth £608 and the fifth £303. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 5th. Penalties, after January 28th, 2023, for each hurdle race won 7lb Market Rasen Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 17 entries at £50 - Closed February 1st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281) Weights lowered 3lbs.

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Fifth Race 3.15 - THE WEATHERBYS nhstallions.co.uk HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) 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 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 5th. Penalties, after January 28th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Market Rasen Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries, 1 at £10 and 14 at £50 - Closed February 1st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4039; Second £2019; Third £1010; Fourth £505; Fifth £252. (Penalty Value £5281)

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Sixth Race 3.45 - THE ALAN SWINBANK MARES’ STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £11390 to the winning horse The second to receive £4274, the third £2140, the fourth £1066, the fifth £536 and the sixth £268. for four, five and six yrs old fillies and mares only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races. Enter by noon, February 1st and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 5th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 4lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 1 race 4lb 17 entries at £100. - Closed February 1st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8716; Second £3578; Third £1790; Fourth £894; Fifth £448; Sixth £224. (Penalty Value £11390) A

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Seventh Race 4.15 - THE READ DAVY RUSSELL ON starsportsbet.co.uk NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 1st and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 5th. Penalties, after January 28th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Market Rasen Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 14 entries at £40. - Closed February 1st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) Weights raised 4lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

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Eighth Race 4.45 - THE MALTON MARQUEES BELIEVE IN THE MAGIC MARES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for five yrs old and upwards mares only, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, February 1st and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 5th. Penalties, after January 28th, 2023, for each steeple chase won 7lb Market Rasen Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 10 entries at £40. - Closed February 1st, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

FIXTURES

FRI 20 JANUARY - AFTERNOON RACING

TUES 7 FEBRUARY - AFTERNOON RACING

TUES 21 FEBRUARY - AFTERNOON RACING

SUN 12 MARCH - AFTERNOON RACING

TUES 21 MARCH - AFTERNOON RACING

WEDS 29 MARCH - AFTERNOON RACING

SUN 9 APRIL - EASTER SUNDAY BEER & BBQ RACEDAY

FRI 12 MAY - AFTERNOON RACING

MON 22 MAY - EVENING RACING

THURS 1 JUNE - EVENING RACING

FRI 9 JUNE - AFTERNOON RACING

FRI 23 JUNE - AFTERNOON RACING

SUN 9 JULY - COMMUNITY RACEDAY

SAT 22 JULY - SUMMER PLATE LADIES DAY

SUN 6 AUGUST - FAMILY EXTRAVAGANZA RACEDAY

SAT 19 AUGUST - EVENING RACING

SAT 30 SEPTEMBER - PRELUDE RACEDAY & BEER FESTIVAL

SAT 21 OCTOBER - AFTERNOON RACING

THURS 16 NOVEMBER - AFTERNOON RACING

THURS 23 NOVEMBER - AFTERNOON RACING

THURS 7 DECEMBER - AFTERNOON RACING

TUES 26 DECEMBER - BOXING DAY AT THE RACES