Stratford-On-Avon Racecard - Monday 6th October

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Food&Drink

There is a wide variety of food and drink available before and during the races. Treat yourself at one of our dining and bar facilities

TheGalleryRestaurant

The Gallery Restaurant is a top class facility, ideal for couples and small groups. Tables are exclusive for the day and offer stunning, panoramic views of the entire racecourse, especially the finishing straight and winning post.

The Gallery package includes admission, together with a four course menu. However, this is extremely popular and early booking is advisable For reservations, please call 01789 267 949.

Savoury & Sweet Light Bites in the Bars

All our bars are now serving locally produced warm hand-crafted sausage rolls, Cornish pasties, cheese & onion slices, steak slices and vegan slices. For those with a sweet tooth we also offer a selection of muffins, including chocolate, lemon and blueberry.

AdditionalFoodOutlets

There are various other food outlets around the site, together with a variety of bars throughout the racecourse, serving a selection of beers, spirits, wines, champagnes and soft drinks.

Welcome to our first Monday afternoon fixture in October sponsored and supported by DragonBet Bookmakers. I would like to thank them for supporting this fixture and the course during the year www.dragonbet.co.uk.

Our season is now drawing to a close with only 2 days left after this one. Other national hunt tracks are now getting busier and those of you whom have annual memberships there are plenty of away days to look forward to If you are not an annual member it offers great value and is a great Christmas present. Please visit our website for next years details - www.stratfordraceccourse.net

We also have on site today the NHS cancer screening awareness team. Bowel cancer is the 4th most common type of cancer in Great Britain. Screening can help prevent bowel cancer or find it at an early stage when it’s easier to treat. Please do say hello and ask any questions you may have You will find them near the Tote windows opposite the paddock https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/bowel-cancer-screening-benefits-andrisks/nhs-bowel-cancer-screening-helping-you-decide

Season 2 of Champions Full Gallop hits the ITV screens on Friday 17th October Its racing and particularly national hunt racing as you have never seen before.

All of us here at Stratford Racecourse are committed to ensuring that you have a great day out. If you have any suggestions, complaints, questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact us We can be reached either on the day, by contacting the office, or later by telephone, 01789 267949, or by email: info@stratfordracecourse.net

Enjoy your day at Stratford Races.

With best wishes,

5.35pm The Gary

G U I D E TO TH E RA CE CO UR SE

ABANDONMENT REFUND

In the event of racing being abandoned before the first race has been run, NO refunds will be made on the day, but racegoers should retain all badges/tickets & return these by post to the racecourse for a refund (or replacement badges for another meeting if preferred) Once the first race has been run, there will be no refunds.

ADMISSION RIGHTS

The Racecourse Executive reserves the right to refuse admission or to expel, without prior notice, any racegoer who, in the opinion if the Racecourse Executive, behaves or is likely to behave in an unruly or unacceptable manner. Examples of unruly or unacceptable behaviour include violent or abusive conduct, drunkenness, singing or shouting and intimidation of other racegoers This list is not exhaustive.

The Management does not accept liability for loss or damage to visitors’ effects, vehicles or other property whilst on these premises

UNAUTHORISED BOOKMAKING

It is a condition of entry to this racecourse that only individuals in possession of a valid betting badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets on the course of their business. Any individual found contravening these conditions will be evicted.

RADIOS AND MOBILE TELEPHONES

The use of all types of communication equipment is strictly controlled at all racecourses. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc., for any purpose at the racecourse. Mobile telephones may not be used in or near any designated betting area, or for off-course betting purposes Further details are available from the racecourse office

HORSE WELFARE

“Racing’s top priority is the safety and welfare of horse and rider”. Like most sports racing carries risks, however, we work to make sure that no death or injury occurs, which could have been prevented. Here at Stratford Racecourse we are committed to minimising risks, dealing quickly and humanely with injuries, and maintaining the highest possible quality of life for the animals in our care. At every meeting we have two specially qualified Equine Vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action There is also a British Horseracing Authority Vet in attendance. During the race two vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend to a horse in the same response time as the Paramedic Teams responsible for treating the injured jockeys. It is standard policy that in the event of a horse requiring veterinary treatment whilst on site, screens will be erected round the horse It is designed to afford the vet and the patient some privacy Please do not assume the worst.

EMERGENCY EVACUATION

In the event of an emergency all persons on the racecourse will be alerted by the following message over the public address system. This is an emergency announcement. Due to circumstances beyond our control, racing has been temporarily suspended Would all patrons please evacuate ALL buildings and make your way across the racetrack to the Red post marker in the Centre of the Course. Police and Racecourse Officials will assist and direct you. Please do not go to any Car Park until you are cleared to do so, because you may hamper the movement of emergency vehicles The message will then be repeated

BROKEN GLASSES AND BOTTLES

Broken glasses and bottles are dangerous. In the interests of safety and the comfort of others please do not carry drinks on to the steppings of the stand, or the areas adjacent to the parade ring or unsaddling enclosure

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY

We would ask all racegoers to refrain from using flash photography whilst on course.

NOTICES

Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration.

All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post. The Management reserves the right to refuse admission to anyone and to remove any person from the Course without assigning a reason for so doing and do not accept responsibility for loss or damage to persons or their property.

LITTER BINS

Please help us to keep Stratford clean and tidy by using the litter bins in all enclosures.

BETTING WITH THE BOOKMAKERS

Racegoers are advised that bookmakers are not obliged to pay until the ‘Weighed in’ is announced, nor to remain on the course more than 10 minutes after that announcement

CHECK YOUR TICKETS

Customers of the Boards and Rails bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately on receipt, as mistakes cannot be rectified after the “off”. Customers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until after the weigh-in, as immediate payment will be made only on production of the original ticket. All tickets will remain valid for three months.

TODAY’S JOCKEYS & TRAINERS

Listed below are the Jockeys & Trainers in action at today’s meeting.

Nick Slatter 5.35

James

Kielan

Joe Tizzard 2.40, 5.35

Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies 4.25

TRACK FACTS

TRACK DESCRIPTION

A left-handed triangular shaped track, one and a quarter miles in extent, with eight fences per circuit and a run-in of 200 yards. Two tight bends and three fences in the straight make the course sharp in nature.

TOP COURSE TRAINERS

LEADING TRAINERS AT STRATFORD (2020-2025) WITH RUNNERS:

G HANMER (20 wins from 83 runners, 24%) runs LA LOLITA (4.25).

F O’BRIEN (20 wins from 109 runners, 18%) runs SLEEPING SATELLITE (5.00), BALLYEASTON (5.35)

A KING (15 wins from 52 runners, 29%) runs SHARP GLANCE (4.25).

N & W TWISTON-DAVIES (13 wins from 79 runners, 16%) runs THE EXPENSIVE ONE (4.25).

E LAVELLE (11 wins from 42 runners, 26%) runs BALTRAY (2.05)

TRAINERS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

J OWEN (9 wins from 60 runners, 15%) runs STARDROP (3.15)

M BOWEN (5 wins from 14 runners, 36%) runs ASLUKWOODHAVIT (2.40)

A KING (3 wins from 14 runners, 21%) runners listed above

N & W TWISTON-DAVIES (3 wins from 15 runners, 20%) runners listed above

J & A O’NEILL (2 wins from 8 runners, 25%) runs TRAPISTA (5.00).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

LEADING JOCKEYS AT STRATFORD (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:

SEAN BOWEN (27 wins from 118 rides, 23%) rides STARDROP (3.15), MR MCLOUGHLAN (3.50).

TOM CANNON (16 wins from 58 rides, 28%) rides LORD MAHER (5.00).

KIELAN WOODS (16 wins from 76 rides, 21%) rides NO RELEASE (3.15), NOT SO SOBERS (3.50),

LADY WILHELMINA (4.25), BABS (5.35)

THOMAS BELLAMY (12 wins from 73 rides, 16%) rides SHARP GLANCE (4.25).

DAVID BASS (10 wins from 59 rides, 17%) rides HAY MAX (5.35)

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

SEAN BOWEN (13 wins from 40 rides, 32%) rides listed above

JAMES BOWEN (6 wins from 16 rides, 38%) rides PISTRUCCI (3.15), PIECEDERESISTANCE (4.25)

THOMAS BELLAMY (2 wins from 6 rides, 33%) rides listed above

BRENDAN POWELL (1 wins from 9 rides, 11%) rides SHERBORNE (2.40), AVADA KEDAVRA (4.25), CREEPING TOM (5.35)

ROBERT DUNNE (1 wins from 4 rides, 25%) rides JET PACKER (3.15), TEST THE MARKET (3.50), BOOM BOOM (5.00).

STABLE MOVES

3.15 AFRICA CHARM has moved from R Hannon to H Oliver; 4.25 BELIEVE A LITTLE has moved from H James to S W Lewis; 5.35 BALLYEASTON has moved from R Tyner to F O’Brien; 5.35 MAXFLY D’AGROSTIS has moved from P O’Connor to L Horsfall

LONGEST TRAVELLERS

ROXBORO RIVER (2.05) trained by J J Hanlon, Ireland

ASLUKWOODHAVIT (2.40) trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, distance of 193 miles

PIECEDERESISTANCE (4.25) trained by M Hammond, Middleham, distance of 172 miles

LORD MAHER (5.00) trained by K Jewell, Sittingbourne, distance of 161 miles

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 4th October

CASH AND CARD PAYMENTS ARE TAKEN AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS AROUND

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External Catering Concessions

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HOW TO BET WITH A BOOKMAKER

1. Pick your Racehorse, look around for the best odds on course, try to proffer the correct stake money for your wager.

2. Ask the Bookmaker for your bet, name the horse, (the bookmaker won’t necessarily know it’s number). Listen to the bookmaker repeat your bet to his clerk, correct bookmaker if he makes a mistake and receive your Betting Ticket as a receipt for your bet.

3. Should your horse happen to win, present your betting ticket to the bookmaker, check your winnings.

4. Check with the bookmaker when placing a bet, the Place Terms Place Betting, not all on course bookmakers accept each way bets, ie for a win or a place

5. In the unlikely event of a dispute after adhering to this procedure, the bookmaker will tell the punter to approach the Ring Official, who will advise the racegoer as to his rights.

6. Some course bookmakers have minimum stakes e.g. £1, £5 or £10 but small backers are catered for in the racecourse Betting Shops.

EACH WAY BETTING

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 - all on to win

• 3 or 4 runners – 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

All bookmakers must display on their boards whether they are betting each way or to win only

You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet

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Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 4)

TWO MILES ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (2m 6f 7yds)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £9150

Owners Prize Money Winner £3696; Second £1847; Third £924; Fourth £462; Fifth £231. (Penalty Value £4832.11) A SEE PAGE 46 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 SERIOUS CHAT (IRE) (149) 61231-2 C BF 6 12 0

Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Mathine (FR)

O Greyland Ltd

T Donald McCain, Cholmondeley

Br Mr J. L. Lightfoot

S Greyland Ltd

WHITE, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, LIGHT GREEN armlets, WHITE cap, LIGHT GREEN stars.

TIMEFORM VIEW In fine form when last seen out in late spring, scoring at Bangor and just failing after last-flight error when second of 3 in handicap hurdle (4/9) at Warwick (25f, good). Yard is going well so he’s a likely player after a break Star RatingHHHHH

2 BETTY’S TIARA (GB) (25) 30-2221 C 7 11 10

B m Kayf Tara - Burgundy Betty (IRE)

O Mrs Emma Palmer

Br Mrs Bridget Henley

T Ben Pauling, Naunton S Fitzdares

DARK BLUE, PINK chevron, DARK BLUE sleeves, PINK stars, PINK cap, DARK BLUE star.

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a first success since debut in 5-runner novice hurdle (6/5) at Uttoxeter (23.3f, good) 25 days ago Must enter calculations back in handicap company.

3 BALTRAY (IRE) (97) 2PFF-36 7 11 9

B g Milan - Shapley Shadow (IRE)

O Mrs Sarah Metcalfe

T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough

RED and WHITE stripes, DARK BLUE sleeves and cap.

Br Mrs Martina Doran

S Hatherden Horse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to build on promise of his reappearance Uttoxeter third when only sixth of 8 to Roxboro River in handicap hurdle over C&D (good) 97 days ago Worth another chance. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 1/7/2025 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly

4 JUAN BERMUDEZ (GB) (20) P05-310 C 6 11 7

Ch g Nathaniel (IRE) - Long Face (USA)

O Mr N. Stockley

T Henry Oliver, Kinnersley

Br Newsells Park Stud

DARK BLUE, WHITE stripe, DARK BLUE and PINK check sleeves, quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner in June but he beat only one in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (19.9f, good) 20 days ago Can give a good account if shrugging off latest effort.

5 ROXBORO RIVER (IRE) (25) 5014PP CD 6 11 6

B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Indian Bounty

O Eventmasters Limited

T John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland

Br Stuart Weld

WHITE, BLACK seams, RED and BLACK hooped sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in July but pulled up in handicap chase at Uttoxeter (24f, good) 25 days ago

Reverts to hurdles with a bit to prove.

6 FLOATING ROCK (GER) (10) P3P-4PP C 10 10 2

B g It’s Gino (GER) - Fly Osoria (GER)

O Mr Michael Gates

T Michael Gates, Stratford-Upon-Avon

EMERALD GREEN and WHITE diabolo, WHITE cap.

Br Stall 5-Stars

TIMEFORM VIEW A fair hurdles/chaser winner at his best but he’s been pulled up on his last two runs over hurdles and fences. Others appeal more. Star

CHARLIE MAGGS (3)
JAMES TURNER

Number of Declared Runners 6 (Exacta) Blinkers worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 4.

2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

BETTING FORECAST:

2-1 Serious Chat (IRE), Betty’s Tiara (GB), 9-2 Baltray (IRE), 15-2 Juan Bermudez (GB), 28-1 Roxboro River (IRE), 33-1 Floating Rock (GER)

RACE SUMMARY:

Not an easy race to assess and a tentative vote goes to SERIOUS CHAT, who scored three times last season and is taken to return from a lay-off in style for his in-form yard. Recent Uttoxeter winner Betty’s Tiara could emerge as the main danger, although Baltray is weighted to go well too if back on song after a break.

1-2-3:

1.SERIOUS CHAT (IRE) 2.BETTY’S TIARA 3.BALTRAY (IRE) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (GBB Race)

TWO MILES ABOUT SIX AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 6f 125yds)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £9150

Owners Prize Money Winner £3696; Second £1847; Third £924. (Penalty Value £4832.11) Weights lowered 9lb

SEE PAGE 46 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1

ASLUKWOODHAVIT (GB) (6) 323451 9 11 8

B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - She’s The Lady (in 7lb ex)

O Mr Bill Hawkins Br R. S. Brookhouse

T Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest ORANGE, BLACK disc, hooped sleeves, quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Sold out of Henry de Bromhead’s yard for just £5,000 in June and back from a brace of heavy defeats when landing 5-runner handicap chase at Sedgefield 6 days ago. Always holding on but a penalty asks more from him. Star RatingHHHHI

2 SHERBORNE (IRE)

(145) 24141-P 9 11 5

B g Getaway (GER) - Luck of The Deise (IRE)

O Geoff Kennington and Geoff Nicholas Br Mrs E. A. Pendarves

T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

S Coral Racing Limited DARK BLUE, two SILVER hoops, SILVER sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Has had share of jumping issues over fences but better than ever for latest chase success at Fontwell in April. Reportedly lost action at Newton Abbot the following month and off since but he’s in the right hands STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 14/5/2025 it was reported that the horse lost its action.

3 JUST

CHASING

MAY (GB) (31)

B g Isfahan (GER) - Just For Show (IRE)

O Mrs F Hook

HHHII

Br Gestut Elsetal

T Ben Pauling, Naunton S Fitzdares DARK BLUE, PINK star and sleeves

TIMEFORM VIEW Scaled new heights back from a break this summer, completing a Worcester hat-trick over hurdles in ready fashion a month ago Up 10lb but capable of defying it.

BETTING FORECAST: 4-7 Just Chasing May (GB), 11-4 Aslukwoodhavit (GB), 7-1 Sherborne (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY:

JUST CHASING MAY has cranked it up several notches at Worcester this summer and having created a very favourable impression on chase debut, there should be plenty more to come. He can complete the 4-timer, possibly at the chief expense of Aslukwoodhavit.

SHANE FENELON (5)
BRENDAN POWELL

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H O R S E WE LF AR E

“Racing’s top priority is the safety and welfare of horse and rider” Like most sports racing carries risks, however, we work to make sure that no death or injury occurs, which could have been prevented.

Here at Stratford Racecourse we are committed to minimising risks, dealing quickly and humanely with injuries, and maintaining the highest possible quality of life for the animals in our care. At every meeting we have two specially qualified Equine Vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action There is also a British Horseracing Authority Vet in attendance

During the race two vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend to a horse in the same response time as the Paramedic Teams responsible for treating the injured jockeys.

It is standard policy that in the event of a horse requiring veterinary treatment whilst on site, screens will be erected round the horse It is designed to afford the vet and the patient some privacy. Please do not assume the worst.

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Juvenile Hurdle Race

(Class 4) (GBB Race)

TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds)

for juvenile three yrs old

Total prize fund £8000

Owners Prize Money Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)

SEE PAGE 46 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 BATTLE STRIDE (USA) (71) 0 11 2

B g War of Will (USA) - Promenade Review (USA)

O Mr R. J. Armson Br Brandywine Farm LLC (Jim & Pam Robinson)

T Richard Armson, Melbourne

YELLOW, BLACK hoop, spots on sleeves, quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest Flat maiden for Michael Bell Only eighth of 11 in juvenile (150/1) at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good) on yard/hurdles debut

71 days ago.Tongue strap on for 1st time in this code with something to prove. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 27/7/2025 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

2 JET PACKER (GB) (28)

Ch g Bated Breath - The Gold Cheongsam (IRE)

O Chinthurst Racing

T Jim Boyle, Epsom

11 2

Br Chasemore Farm

S Jim Boyle Racing DARK BLUE, YELLOW seams, DARK GREEN sleeves, DARK BLUE cap, YELLOW star.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat who comes here in decent nick from that sphere. Much respected now going hurdling Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA RatingROBERT

3 NO RELEASE (GB) (16)

B g Without Parole - Rainbow Spirit

O Don’t Tell The Wives

11 2

Br Natton House Thoroughbreds & Mr G Bishop

T David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold S Pragnell

YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE star, diamonds on sleeves, YELLOW cap, ROYAL BLUE star

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on the level for Ed Dunlop Tongue tied when a solid third for his new handler in 9.5f handicap at Wolverhampton 16 days ago so can’t be discounted starting out in this sphere with tongue strap on again. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 20/9/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed throughout Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

4 PISTRUCCI (IRE) (27) 4 11 2

B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Tooreen Katie (IRE)

O Velocity Racing Br Denis McDonnell

T Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn

LIGHT BLUE, YELLOW disc and sleeves

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on Flat and he came in a well-held fourth of 6 in juvenile hurdle at Newton Abbot (16.8f, good to soft, 80/1) on NH debut 27 days ago. Needs to take a big step forward. Star RatingHHIII Official

5 STARDROP (GB) (9) 2 11 2

Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Starscope

O The Gredley Family Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited

T James Owen, Newmarket

S Unex Group

YELLOW, BLACK and YELLOW striped sleeves, WHITE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW A fairly useful 1m2f scorer on the Flat. 7/2, raced freely and faded from last flight when second of 3 in juvenile hurdle at Market Rasen (16.6f, good) on NH debut 9 days ago Holds leading claims

6 AFRICA CHARM (IRE) (270) 10 9

B f Shaman (IRE) - Cape Joza

O Friends Of The Ballygarry

T Henry Oliver, Kinnersley

Br Bridgetown Stud

S Fitzdares Limited RED, LIGHT GREEN epaulets and sleeves, LIGHT GREEN cap, RED star.

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest 1m maiden on the level for Richard Hannon. Changed hands for 8,000 gns in January and needs to hit the ground running now going hurdling for her new stable after an absence. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 9/1/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free

PHILIP ARMSON (3)
DUNNE
KIELAN WOODS

Number of Declared Runners 6 (Exacta) Hood worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1.

BETTING FORECAST:

4-7 Stardrop (GB), 13-2 Jet Packer (GB), 9-1 Africa Charm (IRE), 12-1 No Release (GB), 18-1 Pistrucci (IRE), 40-1 Battle Stride (USA)

RACE SUMMARY:

STARDROP was much the best of these on the Flat and is taken to build on his hurding debut second at Market Rasen and get off the mark. Both Jet Packer (second choice) and No Release failed to win on the level but go jumping in decent form so look the pair to give James Owen’s juvenile most to do.

1-2-3: 1.STARDROP 2.JET PACKER 3.NO RELEASE

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Novices’ Hurdle Race

(Class 4) (GBB Race)

TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for novice four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund

£8500

Owners Prize Money Winner £3547; Second £1774; Third £887; Fourth £444. (Penalty Value £4629.10)

SEE PAGE 46 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 MR MCLOUGHLAN (GB) (21) 302-31 D 5 11 7

B g Forever Now - Piddies Pride (IRE)

O The Mammoth Pack Ltd

T Jack Jones, Newmarket

Br Pam Ellis

S Baney Media Group Ltd PINK, ROYAL BLUE stars, PINK sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in bumpers for Craig Lidster and has made an encouraging start over hurdles for new connections, improving from his hurdling bow to get off the mark in a 13-runner novice hurdle atWorcester (16f, soft) 21 days ago. Quicker conditions shouldn’t pose a problem and he may well progress again. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating

2 SOUL LIMBO (IRE) (23) 42-F01 D 5 11 7

B g Wings of Eagles (FR) - Wygram (IRE)

O Twelfth Man Partnership 8 Br Brian Killeen

T Harry Fry, Corscombe

S Grosvenor Sport PURPLE, WHITE chevron, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, WHITE cap, PURPLE star.

TIMEFORM VIEW Was running a big race on hurdles debut when falling at the last at Worcester (2m) and confirmed that promise at the second time of asking when winning a Uttoxeter novice (15.8f) in July Still in fine heart when winning on the Flat at Bath last month and merits respect back over hurdles Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 111

3 NOT SO SOBERS (GB) (208) 2/14240- 6 11 0

B g Jack Hobbs - Ruby Rambler

O The PPP Syndicate

Br The Dennis Family & Partners

T David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold S Pragnell

DARK GREEN, ORANGE chevron, ORANGE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Solid bumper form and was going the right way over hurdles when fourth at Huntingdon (15.8f), shaping second best until blundering last two hurdles Didn’t see out his race in a first-time tongue strap (now removed) over the same C&D in March but looks interesting if back to his best on return. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA

4 HUXLEY (IRE) (13) 65 4 10 13

B g Galileo (IRE) - Strawberry Fledge (USA)

O Dare To Dream Racing

T Michael Attwater, Epsom

ORANGE, GREY star

Br Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd

S daretodreamracing.co.uk

TIMEFORM VIEW Disappointing maiden on Flat (stays 1m) and unable to build on minor promise shown on hurdles bow, shaping more like a non-stayer when well-held in a novice hurdle at Warwick (16f, good to firm) 13 days ago. Unlikely to make an impact in this company. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

5 TEST THE MARKET (GB) (30) 04-22 4 10 13

B g Cracksman - Cundinamarca (FR)

O South Hatch Partners

T Jim Boyle, Epsom

EMERALD GREEN, BLACK diamond, armlets and cap.

Br Pedro A Mateos Not SL

S Jim Boyle Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Went the right way in bumpers for Gordon Elliott and shaped with promise on hurdles/stable debut when second in a 12-runner novice over C&D last month, no match for improving subsequent winner The fifth has also given that form a boost and he could improve on second hurdles start. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - ROBERT

6 SUMATRAN TIGER (FR) (66) 0/4/- 8 10 7

B m Hurricane Cat (USA) - Malacca Straits

O Mrs E. Roberts

Br Harry Parkes

T Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh S Tori Global

BLACK, RED sash, quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held on both hurdles start to date (latest when last in a 4-runner handicap in Jersey in May 2023). Had a pipe-opener on first start for Richard Phillips at Bath last month but likely to be found

wanting on return to hurdles

SEAN BOWEN
BRYAN CARVER
KIELAN WOODS
MARC GOLDSTEIN

2024: VOCITO (IRE) 6 11 12 Sean Bowen 6-1 (Olly Murphy) 12

BETTING FORECAST:

9-4 Not So Sobers (GB), 11-4 Soul Limbo (IRE), 4-1 Mr McLoughlan (GB), 9-2 Test The Market (GB), 33-1 Huxley (IRE), 40-1 Sumatran Tiger (FR)

RACE SUMMARY:

NOT SO SOBERS had solid form in bumpers and showed plenty of promise over hurdles before disappointing in a first-time tongue strap (now removed) at Huntingdon in March. He’s fancied to make a successful return if back to his best, with Uttoxeter novice hurdle winner Soul Limbo feared most following a victory on the Flat at Bath last month. Mr McLoughlan could progress again, but will need to under a penalty

1-2-3:

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Novices’ Handicap Hurdle Race

(Class 4) (GBB Race)

TWO MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 2f 148yds)

for novice three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £9150

Owners Prize Money Winner £3696; Second £1847; Third £924; Fourth £462; Fifth £231. (Penalty Value £4832.11)

Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 46 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 RENOIR (GB) (15)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Feis Ceoil (IRE)

O Octavians V

241-435 6 12 0

Br Robert Allcock

T Ben Clarke, Corscombe S Tote, Ben Clarke Racing Ltd RED, BEIGE stars, RED sleeves, BEIGE cap, RED star

TIMEFORM VIEW 12f Flat winner got off the mark over hurdles when winning a Hereford novices’ handicap and shaped a clear second best (having raced up with a good gallop) when third over C&D in May. Flying too high on reappearance at Plumpton last month and could be more competitive back down in grade Star RatingHHHII Official BHA

2 FOURTOWNS (IRE) (14) 4520-61 6 12 0

B g Affinisea (IRE) - Blue Epona (IRE)

O Yen Hall Farm Racing

Br Paul Giles

T Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting S Tote YELLOW and MAROON diamonds, YELLOW sleeves, YELLOW cap, MAROON star.

TIMEFORM VIEW Hit the frame on several occasions for Ben Pauling Changed hands for £9,500 prior to reappearance (needed the run) and was back to his best with a smooth-travelling success in a 7-runner handicap hurdle at Fontwell (17.7f, good to firm) 2 weeks ago May follow up off 4lb higher in the same grade Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA

3 SHARP GLANCE (GB) (36)

B m Passing Glance - Call Me A Star

O Pitchall Stud Partnership

312143 5 12 0

Br D. and Mrs Holmes

T Alan King, Barbury Castle S Goodwin Racing Ltd LIGHT GREEN, DARK BLUE epaulets, YELLOW and DARK BLUE hooped sleeves and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Found improvement to resume winning ways on handicap debut at Bangor (17f) in July Below-par on soft ground next time but quickly back on track over a longer trip when third in a 12-runner handicap atWorcester (20f, good) 36 days ago Slightly sharper test no issue and should go well again. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 107

4 THE EXPENSIVE ONE (IRE) (21) 6/13-2 BF 5 11 13

B g Harzand (IRE) - Thuringe (FR)

O Mr N. A. Twiston-Davies

Br Ronald Brown

T Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham S Courtiers Investment Services Limited BLACK, WHITE sleeves, YELLOW cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to yard’s class hurdler The New One Won a bumper at Newton Abbot last September and has placed on both hurdle starts, bettering his hurdling debut when runner-up in a 2m Worcester maiden last month. Entitled to improve now handicapping over a longer trip. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA

5 AVADA KEDAVRA (IRE) (178) 05/P014- 6 11 2

Br g Milan - Miss Bobs Worth (IRE)

O Premier Plastering (UK) Limited

T David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold

PINK, WHITE star, PINK sleeves, WHITE stars and cap.

Br William J. Noonan

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-related sort who didn’t progress as expected over hurdles for Nicky Henderson and despite arriving fit from a win points, he was below his best on stable debut when a well-held fourth in a handicap hurdle at Fontwell (17.7f, good) in April. Remains with plenty to prove on his return.

6 PIECEDERESISTANCE (IRE) (65) 255-526 7 11 2

B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Positive Step (IRE)

O Ryder and Alex Sugden

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

Br Highpark Bloodstock Ltd

S Optima Self Store

YELLOW and DARK BLUE (quartered), DARK BLUE sleeves, YELLOW armlets, quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Isn’t the most straightforward but not beaten far in a Uttoxeter hurdle that is working out well No show on the Flat next time but has had another wind operation and interesting to see if the market expects a better effort reunited with James Bowen back over hurdles Star RatingHHHII

TOM BELLAMY
NICO
DE BOINVILLE
POWELL
JAMES BOWEN

7 LA LOLITA (FR)

(31) 654435 4 10 11

B f Tunis (POL) - Vega de Beaumont (FR)

O Mr Graham William Briscoe

T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall

BLACK and YELLOW diabolo, quartered cap.

Br K. Perreau & J. B. De Balanda

S Briscoe’s Dairy Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Produced her best effort yet when third in a 15-runner Worcester novice (2m) but took a strong hold when below form upped in trip at Bangor (19.6f) 31 days ago. Still early days but she’ll need to settle to make more of an impact on handicap debut Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 92

8 LADY WILHELMINA (FR) (14) 3300

B f Willywell (FR) - Eccentric Lady (FR)

O Felstead Partnership

T Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn

GREY, BLACK cross belts, BLACK cap.

3 10 7

Br Jean-Charles Haimet & Olivier Tricot

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when third on hurdle debut in France in May but well below that level on next couple of starts

Changed hands for €2,500 subsequently but offered little on debut for new connections at Fontwell following 13 weeks off Will

9 BELIEVE A LITTLE (GB) (85)

B g Scorpion (IRE) - Megan Mint

O Miss Hannah James Br Miss Hannah James

T Sheila Lewis, Brecon

LIGHT GREEN and EMERALD

TIMEFORM VIEW Well beaten at long odds on three starts in

and has rejoined previous yard for handicap debut Well out of the

BETTING FORECAST:

7-2 Fourtowns (IRE), 4-1 The Expensive One (IRE), 9-2 Sharp Glance (GB), 6-1 Renoir (GB), Piecederesistance (IRE), 14-1 La Lolita (FR), 28-1 Avada Kedavra (IRE), 50-1 Lady Wilhelmina (FR), 100-1 Believe A Little (GB)

RACE SUMMARY:

FOURTOWNS was right back to his best with a smooth-travelling success in this grade at Fontwell 2 weeks ago and may be able to make it back-to-back wins for new connections. Sharp Glance has conditions to suit and should go well again, while The Expensive One may improve upped in trip on handicap debut. Piecederesistance comes with risks attached but he wasn’t beaten far in a race that’s worked out well on his latest hurdles start and could be interesting if the market speaks in his favour 1-2-3:

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Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)

TWO MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 3f 98yds)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £7650

Owners Prize Money Winner £3090; Second £1545; Third £773; Fourth £386; Fifth £193. (Penalty Value £4039.96)

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1 SLEEPING SATELLITE (IRE) (36) 4/200-60 7 12 0

Br g Mahler - Aneda Dubh (IRE)

O The Good Stock Syndicate

Br George Lane

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham S BresBet

DARK BLUE and BROWN stripes, DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars and cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Point/hurdles winner who made a bright start over fences when runner-up in a Market Rasen handicap in May 2024. However, he hasn’t come close to matching that in 4 subsequent starts, including both runs for new yard this year. Now tried in a tongue strap Star RatingHHIII Official

2 TRAPISTA (FR) (29) 3-24U04 D 8 11 12

B m Golden Horn - Quezon Sun (GER)

O Mr John P. McManus

Br S.C.E.A. Haras de La Perelle

T Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham S Wasdell Group

EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW hoops, WHITE cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Rather hit-and-miss since winning 3 on the bounce during spring 2024 but, on the upside, she has come down the weights (now 12lb below last winning mark) and would have a serious chance if back to something like her best

3 SONGO (IRE) (30) 5-P0445 9 11 10

B g Most Improved (IRE) - Sacre Fleur (IRE)

O The Songo Partnership

T Richard Hawker, Frome

Br Sacre Fleur Partnership

EMERALD GREEN, ORANGE hoops, EMERALD GREEN cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since landing back-to-back novice hurdles in 2023, but he did show an aptitude for this game until his stamina ran dry upped to 22.6f for his chase debut here last month. This trip will be more suitable and he’s dangerous to discount off an attractive mark.

4 BEGIN THE LUCK (IRE) (121) 3302-60 CD 9 11 9

B g Le Fou (IRE) - Bobsyourdad (IRE)

O Miss Daisy Hitchins

T Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne

ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW check

Br Edward Burns

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win over fences was gained here back in June 2023 and also struck over hurdles here last October Wouldn’t be without hope off this mark if on-song, but he has failed to fire in 3 of his 4 starts this year and is probably worth taking on back from a 4-month break. Star RatingHHIII Official

5 BLACKIJO DAGROSTIS (FR) (111) 45-6624 6 11 4

Br g Brave Mansonnien (FR) - Chanelle Dagrostis (FR)

O Lost in the Summer Wine 2

T Matt Sheppard, Ledbury

Br Mr Jean-Pierre Cordonnier

S Matt Sheppard

BLACK, large YELLOW spots, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW spots, YELLOW cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless following 8 attempts between the flags and modest form over hurdles Showed more spark when second on chase debut here (17f, good) in May and while he failed to build on that back here next time, this step up in trip could be just what he needs Has undergone a wind op Star RatingHHHHH

6 LORD MAHER (IRE) (31) 36-6644 5 11 3

B g Ocovango - Tagalong (IRE)

O Ballantine Bloodstock

T Karen Jewell, Sittingbourne

RED, WHITE diamond, hooped sleeves, quartered cap.

Br Mr Eamonn O’Connell

S Ballantine Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest winner on hurdles debut last summer, but 0-7 since and while he wasn’t beaten far on the second of his 3 starts since switched to fences, this step back up in trip is of dubious benefit. Star Rating

JONATHAN BURKE
JONJO O’NEILL JR
HARRY REED
ROBBIE DAVID (7)

7 BOOM BOOM

(IRE) (47)

B g Califet (FR) - She Is A Cracker (FR)

O Mr Paul Waldron

T Rob Summers, Solihull

FP-3110 CD 7 11 2

Br Philip Heskin

DARK BLUE, ORANGE chevrons, DARK BLUE sleeves, ORANGE stars, quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEWHurdleswinnerforNickyHendersonwho,havingtumbleddowntheweights,raisedhisgamewhenlandingback-to-backhandicapchaseshereduring thesummer(thelatteroverC&D).Perhapsshouldn’tbejudgedtooharshlyonhislatestrunatWorcesterandmaywellbouncebackreturnedtothiscourse.STEWARDSNOTE:Following its run on 20/8/2025 it was reported that the horse was struck into on its right-hind

Number of Declared Runners 7 (Exacta)

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Visor worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 7. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.

10-3 Trapista (FR), 4-1 Blackijo Dagrostis (FR), 9-2 Songo (IRE), 6-1 Boom Boom (IRE), 13-2 Lord Maher (IRE), 12-1 Sleeping Satellite (IRE), 14-1 Begin The Luck (IRE) RACE SUMMARY:

BLACKIJO DAGROSTIS failed to build on his chase debut promise when fourth behind the re-opposing Boom Boom over 17f here during the summer, but he meets that rival on significantly better terms now and, moreover, this step up in trip may help spark some improvement. Trapista is lurking on a dangerous mark and is feared most ahead of Boom Boom, but Songo has also come down the weights and could have a part to play on his second run over fences.

1-2-3: 1.BLACKIJO DAGROSTIS (FR) 2.TRAPISTA (FR) 3.BOOM BOOM (IRE)

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The Gary Bridgwater Turns 60 Today

Open National Hunt Flat Race (Class 4)

(Category 1 Elimination) (GBB Race)

TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for four and five yrs old

Total prize fund £7500

Owners Prize Money Winner

£3130; Second £1565; Third £782; Fourth £392. (Penalty Value £4084.50)

SEE PAGE 46 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.

1 BALLYEASTON (IRE) (197) 2- 5 11 2

B g Affinisea (IRE) - Hurricane Linda (IRE)

O Craig & Laura Buckingham Br Ronnie O’Neill

T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham S Manor Farm Bloodstock BLACK, ORANGE star

TIMEFORM VIEW £50,000 purchase out of unraced sister to smart hurdler/high-class chaser (2m-23f winner)

Hidden Cyclone. Went close sole start between the flags during the spring and he’s of strong interest on this Rules debut Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA

2 MAXFLY

D’AGROSTIS (FR) (150)

B g Cima de Triomphe (IRE) - Ritzoue d’Agrostis (FR)

0-4 5 11 2

O Mrs Heather Kemp Br Jeanpierre Cordonnier & Corinne Godonnet

T Laura Horsfall, Towcester S Abacus Securities Ltd YELLOW, BLACK seams, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK spots, BLACK cap, YELLOW star.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fetched €45,000 as a 3-y-o, but he failed to pull up any trees in a couple of runs between the flags earlier this year (gelded since). Opposable on Rules debut Star RatingHHIII

3 CREEPING TOM (GB) (49) 5 4 11 1

B g Passing Glance - Creeping Storm

O Mr G. Molen

T Joe Tizzard, Sherborne

Br Mrs K. Exall & Mr A. Exall

S Coral Racing Limited BLACK, PINK stars, striped sleeves, BLACK cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW Exhibited signs of ability when fifth in a 6-runner C&D bumper on debut in August, but he may need more time and distance. Star

4 HAY MAX (IRE) (177) 2- 4 11 1

B g Maxios - Jenny Be Quick (IRE)

O Mrs Fitri Hay

Br Mr Kevin Doyle

T Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton S JMH Group PINK, EMERALD GREEN chevron, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and PINK quartered cap.

TIMEFORM VIEW €75,000 half-brother to useful hurdler/chaser Solitary Man and positive start to his career when finding just one too good in a Bangor bumper (16.7f, good) in April Likely to make a bold bid to go one better here.

5 BABS (GB) (-) 4 10 8

B f Poet’s Word (IRE) - Magnetize (IRE)

O Sue Howell

T Henry Oliver, Kinnersley

WHITE, BLACK cross belts, YELLOW sleeves and cap.

Br Magnetize Partnership

S Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Poet’s Word filly Dam lightly raced in bumpers/over hurdles Yard seldom strikes with newcomers and she’s probably best watched on this occasion.

6 NAUTICAL QUEEN (IRE) (-)

B f Sea Moon - Morning Calm

O Shaw Racing & Graeme McPherson Br Victor Connolly

T David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold S Pragnell

BLACK, RED stripe, WHITE sleeves, BLACK cap, RED diamond.

TIMEFORM VIEW Sea Moon filly Half-sister to 4 winners, including fairly useful hurdlers/chasers Scipion and Classic Concorde Entitled to come on for the run.

JONATHAN BURKE
BROGAN
BRENDAN POWELL
BASS
KIELAN WOODS

Number of Declared Runners 6 (Exacta)

Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2.

BETTING FORECAST:

11-10 Hay Max (IRE), 9-4 Ballyeaston (IRE), 8-1 Creeping Tom (GB), 18-1 Babs (GB), 22-1 Maxfly d’Agrostis (FR), 25-1 Nautical Queen (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY:

HAY MAX shaped like a ready-made future winner when runner-up on debut at Bangor during the spring and he is taken to go one better here, perhaps at the chief expense of point recruit Ballyeaston. Creeping Tom is in good hands, but it’s likely that he will be seen in a better light when faced with a stiffer test further down the line.

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ROBERT BELL AMY

BETTING RING MANAGER

ANDY COLLINS

FARRIER

TOM HE ATH

JOCKEY PHYSIO

K ATE KRZ Y WIEC

HEAD GROUNDSMAN

SAM LINLE Y

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

JANE SOUTHAM

JEREMY WILLIS

MEL BAKER

RACECOURSE

HORSE WELFARE

JON TRICE ROLPH

ANDREW BARNET T

TIM YOUNG

STEVEN GREEN

SAFEGUARDING OFFICER

ILONA BARNET T

MOBILE: 07774 692242

Published by authority of the Managing Executive of the Racecourse

2025/26 FIXTURES

2025

Saturday 18th October

Thursday 30th October

2026

Monday 9th March

Saturday 28th March

Sunday 19th April

Sunday 17th May

Friday Eve 29th May

Saturday Eve 30th May

Tuesday 16th June

Monday 29th June

Tuesday Eve 30th June

Sunday 12th July

Sunday 19th July

Thursday 20th August

Tuesday 25th August

Saturday 5th September

Monday 5th October

Saturday 17th October

Thursday 29th October

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