WELCOME TO STRATFORD RACES
Saturday Night Under the Lights
Welcome everyone to what promises to be a tremendous evening of jumping action here tonight. Saturday night racing always carries a special atmosphere, and with competitive fields, quality horses, and a fantastic crowd expected, we are set for another memorable fixture
Our jump programme this evening offers a mix of established performers and exciting emerging talent, with connections travelling from far and wide in search of success The recent lack of rain has been a challenge for our groundstaff who have been working tirelessly to ensure ideal jumping conditions, and we look forward to some thrilling contests throughout the card
Of course, racing is only part of the entertainment tonight. After the final race, the party continues with live music from the ever-popular Boss & The Hoggs Country Band, bringing their highenergy country sound to round off the evening in style. Whether you are here for the racing, the music, or simply a great night out with friends and family, we hope you make the most of everything on offer.
We extend our thanks to all owners, trainers, jockeys, stable staff, officials, sponsors, and racegoers whose support makes evenings like this possible. Your continued enthusiasm helps keep jump racing thriving
Wherever your selections lie tonight, we wish you the very best of luck and above all, we hope you enjoy a fantastic Saturday night at the races.
With best wishes,
Mrs Ilona Barnett Managing Director and Company Secretary
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.
Joe Anderson
8.50
Harry Bannister
5.50, 8.50
Sean Bowen
6.20, 7.20, 7.50, 8.50
Tom Broughton
8.20, 8.50
Jonathan Burke
5.50, 6.50, 7.20, 8.20
Rian Corcoran
7.20
James Davies
5.50, 6.20
Robert Dunne
7.50, 8.20
Lee Edwards 6.20
Jamie Gambin
6.20
Ciaran Gethings
6.50, 8.50
Paddy Hanlon
6.50, 8.50
Bradley Harris
6.20
Liam Harrison
Miss Amber Jackson-Fennell 7.50
Ben Jones
Benjamin Macey
8.50
Miss Imogen Mathias
David Noonan 5.50
Conor O’Farrell
5.50, 6.20
Jonjo O’Neill Jr.
7.20
Ben Case
8.50
Deborah Cole
8.50
David Dennis
7.20
Samuel Drinkwater
8.50
Alexander Gibbons
8.50
Tom Gretton
5.50, 6.20
Micky Hammond
6.20
John Joseph Hanlon
6.50, 8.50
Grace Harris
8.50
Syd Hosie
6.20
Sarah Humphrey
6.20
David Killahena & Graeme McPherson
6.20
Tom Lacey
7.20, 7.50
Emma Lavelle
8.20
Charlie Longsdon
7.50
Neil Mulholland
6.20
Seamus Mullins
8.50
Georgina Nicholls
5.50
Fergal O’Brien
8.20, 8.50
Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill
7.20
Henry Oliver
6.50
James Owen
6.50, 7.20
Ben Pauling
7.50
Alastair Ralph 5.50, 6.50, 8.20, 8.50
David Rees
7.20
Dave Roberts
6.20
Nick Scholfield
8.20
Lilly Pinchin
6.50
Harry Reed
8.20
Gavin Sheehan
5.50, 6.50
Stan Sheppard
7.20, 7.50
Nick Slatter
6.20
Charlie Todd 8.20
Sam Twiston-Davies
5.50
Lorcan Williams
8.50
Jeremy Scott
8.50
Jamie Snowden
5.50, 6.50
Rob Summers
7.50, 8.20
Nigel & Willy
Twiston-Davies
5.50, 7.50
David Weston
5.50
Noel Williams
6.20
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 (2021-2026) WITH RUNNERS:
F O’BRIEN (19 wins from 105 runners, 18%) runs GATEAU DE MIEL (8.20), AMERICAN TRIO (8.50).
J SNOWDEN (18 wins from 70 runners, 26%) runs MACHETE BEACH (5.50), HOPE RISING (6.50).
N & W TWISTON-DAVIES (16 wins from 77 runners, 21%) runs USYK (5.50), BOBBARELLI (7.50).
B PAULING (15 wins from 56 runners, 27%) runs ROCKS UP LATE (7.50).
E FENTON (13 wins from 41 runners, 32%) runs TWO TO TANGO (8.20).
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
J OWEN (6 wins from 57 runners, 11%) runs FORGET THE WAY (6.50), IVANE (7.20).
J SNOWDEN (4 wins from 12 runners, 33%) runners listed above
D KILLAHENA & G MCPHERSON (3 wins from 10 runners, 30%) runs BURGEON (6.20).
N MULHOLLAND (3 wins from 24 runners, 12%) runs LITTLE LADY LUCY (6.20).
E FENTON (3 wins from 11 runners, 27%) runners listed above
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT STRATFORD (2021-2026) WITH RIDES:
SEAN BOWEN (29 wins from 130 rides, 22%) rides STELLARMASTERPIECE (6.20), ESPERTI (7.20), DELPOTRO (7.50), SHES ALL PRIDE (8.50).
GAVIN SHEEHAN (22 wins from 106 rides, 21%) rides MACHETE BEACH (5.50), HOPE RISING (6.50).
SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (20 wins from 108 rides, 19%) rides USYK (5.50).
HARRY BANNISTER (14 wins from 63 rides, 22%) rides TAKE THE BOAT (5.50), SHESONNET (8.50).
BEN JONES (10 wins from 43 rides, 23%) rides ROCKS UP LATE (7.50).
JOCKEYS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
SEAN BOWEN (14 wins from 56 rides, 25%) rides listed above
RIAN CORCORAN (6 wins from 12 rides, 50%) rides BALLYNAHEER (7.20).
GAVIN SHEEHAN (6 wins from 21 rides, 29%) rides listed above
SAM TWISTON-DAVIES (4 wins from 14 rides, 29%) rides listed above
BEN JONES (3 wins from 14 rides, 21%) rides listed above
WEIGHTWATCHER
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 7.50 IN THIS WORLD (won off 120 down 10lb to 110); 7.20 YES DAY (won off 121 down 11lb to 110); 8.50 PARIKARMA (won off 100 down 3lb to 97).
STABLE MOVES
8.20 GATEAU DE MIEL has moved from M Osborne to F O’Brien
LONGEST TRAVELLERS
HALF A CHANCE (6.50) & ROXBORO RIVER (8.50) trained by J J Hanlon, Ireland ESPERTI (7.20) trained by D Rees, Haverfordwest, distance of 193 miles STELLARMASTERPIECE (6.20) trained by M Hammond, Middleham, distance of 172 miles
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 28th May.
CASH AND CARD PAYMENTS ARE TAKEN AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS AROUND
THE COURSE
Entrances for entry badges (all entrances)
Racecards to purchase
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Chris Rookes Bar (ground floor near entrance) Card only
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G/S Tattersalls Bar (downstairs)
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Aspall Bridge Bar (upstairs in Grandstand) Cash & Card
Champagne Bar (champagne also located on all other bars) Card only
Owners/ Trainers Bar
External Catering Concessions
Centre Course Bar (when open)
Owners & Trainers Paddock Pavilion
Gallery Restaurant
Hospitality Boxes
Stables Café
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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
If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted
The Julie Satterley Waving Goodbye To 49
Novices’ Hurdle Race
(Class 4) (GBB Race)
TWO MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 2f 148yds)
for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £12000
Owners Prize Money Winner £5008; Second £2504; Third £1252; Fourth £626. (Penalty Value £6535.20)
SEE PAGE 50 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 MACHETE BEACH (GB) (25) 3-1 5 11 7
B g Territories (IRE) - Serenada (FR)
O Value Racing - Machete Beach
Br D. J. and Mrs Deer
T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn WHITE, BLACK epaulets, MAROON and WHITE diabolo on sleeves, BLACK and MAROON quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful Flat performer, scoring twice over 1 1/2m for Harry Charlton in 2024. Offered plenty to work on switched to hurdling when third of 8 at Plumpton (2m) last May and made the most of a good opportunity at Hereford a year on. Not yet the finished article and the type to go on improving Star Rating
2 JA
KLIPDRIFT (GER)
(-) 5 11 0
Ch g Lucky Lion - Joy To The World (GER)
O Mr Oliver Stiley
T Tom Gretton, Inkberrow
DARK GREEN, YELLOW armlets, striped cap.
Br Ms F Lutz
TIMEFORM VIEW Lucky Lion gelding Dam, 7f/1m winner abroad, sister to fairly useful hurdler/useful chaser (stayed 19f) Jan Maat. 1 of 2 newcomers for the yard. Star
3 MASKARVEL (FR) (15)
B g Masked Marvel - Estavita (FR)
O F&S Consultants Ltd
24252-2 5 11 0
Br Herve & Jean-Louis Lair
T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth S F&S Consultants Ltd
GREY, GREY and WHITE diabolo on sleeves
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form when in the frame all 3 outings in Irish bumpers (for David Harry Kelly) and stepped up appreciably on his hurdling debut when second of 7 in 2m Huntingdon maiden in early March. Ran at least as well when filling same spot at Aintree and sets the standard. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA
4 USYK (IRE) (267)
B g Vadamos (FR) - Ebony Palm (IRE)
O Willy Twiston-Davies
T Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Br Kenilworth House Stud
S Courtiers Investment Services Limited
BLACK, YELLOW epaulets, WHITE sleeves, BLACK cap, YELLOW star
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form on the first 2 of 3 starts in bumpers last summer and bred to be suited by this longer trip on hurdling debut Star RatingHHHII Official BHA
5 AT SUNRISE (GB) (13) 0/0P-4 5 10 7
B m Flag of Honour (IRE) - At First Light
O Miss E. J. Tanner
Br D. J. Weston
T David Weston, West Overton S Flintstone Bloodstock
RED, DARK GREEN and RED striped sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in 2 bumpers/completed start over hurdles STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 17/5/2026 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe Star
6 LA FILLE FRIDAY (FR) (-) 5 10 7
B m Indian Daffodil (IRE) - Fin de Serie (FR)
O F J Allen & Partners
T Tom Gretton, Inkberrow
Br Mr Sebastien Berger
ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW hoop, hooped sleeves, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Indian Daffodil mare. Dam unraced half-sister to smart hurdler (stayed 2 1/2m) Aristo du Plessis Yard not associated with first-time-out winners and likely best watched Star
JONATHAN BURKE
7 TAKE THE BOAT (IRE)
(19)
B f Belardo (IRE) - Nameless (IRE)
O Ms Georgina Nicholls
4 10 2
Br Nawara Stud Limited
T Georgina Nicholls, Kingston Lisle S Georgina Nicholls
MAROON, WHITE star, WHITE and MAROON striped sleeves, WHITE cap, MAROON star
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair performer at up to 1 3/4m on the Flat. Likely to be competitive if transferring that form to hurdling at the first attempt Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
Number of Declared Runners 7 (Exacta) Hood worn by No. 5.
THE RES ULT
BETTING FORECAST:
11-8 Maskarvel (FR), 13-8 Machete Beach (GB), 7-1 Usyk (IRE), 14-1 Take The Boat (IRE), 33-1 La Fille Friday (FR), 40-1 Ja Klipdrift (GER), 150-1 At Sunrise (GB)
RACE SUMMARY:
MASKARVEL was unlucky to bump into a promising sort for the time of year at Aintree earlier in the month and a reproduction of that form may well suffice, especially in receipt of 7lb from his chief form rival Machete Beach, who should have more to offer in this sphere considering the above-average level he achieved in just a handful of runs on the Flat. Usyk showed some promise in bumpers last summer and shouldn’t be overlooked with the longer trip sure to suit now hurdling. 1-2-3:
1.MASKARVEL (FR) 2.MACHETE BEACH 3.USYK (IRE) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free
M A R K & JU LI E SA TT ER LE Y
Mark & Julie Satterley have generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse.
GREAT BRITISH BONUS
TheGreatBritishBonus(GBB)incentivisesandrewardsthebreeding,buyingandracing of British-bred fillies by paying out up to £100,000 per filly And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British Majority funded by HBLB
HARRY BANNISTER
RICH WILDING
a very happy 70th birthday celebration! Thank you for everything you do for our family as the amazing dad and grandad you are. With all our love on your special day xxx
The Happy 70th Birthday Rich Wilding
Mares’ Novices’ Limited Handicap Hurdle
(Class 5)
TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds)
for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares
Total prize fund
£7150
Owners Prize Money Winner
£2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91)
Weights raised 8lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 50 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 KOTTAYAM (FR) (38)
B m Manatee - Ubriska (FR)
O Hold My Beer Syndicate
T Dave Roberts, Kenley
F26PP0- 6 11 12
Br Scea L’Aubay & Couetil Elevage
S Aerocom UK Ltd
EMERALD GREEN, ORANGE stars, WHITE sleeves, ORANGE stars, WHITE cap, ORANGE star
TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up in 2 handicaps for Dylan Cunha in the autumn and fared little better on stable debut/return at Ludlow. Tongue strap back on along with first-time cheekpieces. Star
2 LIASSE D’ARGENT
(FR) (18) 56-4 6 11 11
B m Tirwanako (FR) - Villebruyere (FR)
O Rees & Partners
T Tom Gretton, Inkberrow
Br Etienne Raquin & Elodie Raquin
DARK BLUE and YELLOW (quartered), WHITE sleeves, DARK BLUE armlets, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Best of her 3 efforts over hurdles came when sixth of 13 in a C&D maiden last month, but that’s still only poor form, and she’ll need to improve now switched to a handicap Wears first-time tongue strap Star RatingHHIII Official
3 LITTLE LADY LUCY (IRE)
(38) 00PP11- D 5 11 10
B m Expert Eye - Jazzy Belle (IRE)
O Neil Mulholland Racing Club Br Mount Coote Stud
T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
LIGHT BLUE, RED chevrons, YELLOW sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner for Joseph O’Brien who has proved a different proposition since the drop back to 2m/switch to positive tactics, following up her Wincanton success with ease under a penalty at Taunton, and a hat-trick beckons in a race where she may be able to dictate
4 BURGEON (GB) (26) 5/56-P 5 11 2
B m Masar (IRE) - Badweia (USA)
O Mr Vic Partridge
Br Whatton Manor Stud/Thurso/Cranford
T David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold
WHITE, ROYAL BLUE stripe and sleeves, quartered cap.
S Pragnell
TIMEFORM VIEW Fared no better for the switch to a handicap at Warwick on reappearance, and no surprise to see a first-time tongue strap fitted, given she looked a difficult ride
5 BLUE SIAM (IRE) (17) 55-4 4 10 13
B f Blue Point (IRE) - Golden Temps (IRE)
O The Summer Club
T Syd Hosie, Sherborne
DARK BLUE, YELLOW sleeves, WHITE cap.
Br Ms Mary Gallagher
S Sherborne Utilities Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden on the Flat (stays 1 3/4m) who only ran to a similar level as previously when fourth of 8 on qualifying run at Newton Abbot, but cheekpieces go on for the first time over hurdles, and she’s expected to make more impact now handicapping Star RatingHHHHI
6
FOR LOVE OF BEAUTY (GB) (51) 5/600P5- 5 10 13
B m Ulysses (IRE) - A Legacy of Love (IRE)
O Mr Noel Williams
T Noel Williams, Blewbury
Br Brenda Karn Smith
S Noel Williams Racing Limited
BEIGE, WHITE sleeves, BLACK diamonds, WHITE cap, BLACK diamonds.
TIMEFORM VIEW Free-going sort again achieved little over hurdles when fifth of 8 on handicap bow at Taunton. Star
BRADLEY HARRIS (3)
NICK SLATTER (3)
BENJAMIN MACEY (5)
JAMES DAVIES
7 NOBLE MISS (GB) (106) 540P56- D 5 10 12
B m Noble Mission - Volver (IRE)
O Lady Cecil, Family & Friends
T Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting PINK, WHITE braces, SILVER GREY velvet cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a bumper
current yard.
Br Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook
8 STELLARMASTERPIECE (FR) (19) P66/355- 6 10 10
Gr m Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Sister Dam’s (IRE)
O M.H.O.G.
Br Dermot Cantillon
T Micky Hammond, Middleham S Micky Hammond Racing BLACK, RED seams, RED and BLACK chevrons
at Catterick), and with her
7-4 Little Lady Lucy (IRE), 11-4
(IRE), 16-1
d’Argent (FR), 20-1 Kottayam (FR), Burgeon (GB), 25-1 For Love of Beauty (GB), 33-1 Noble Miss (GB)
RACE SUMMARY:
LITTLE LADY LUCY could get the run of the race, and she appeals most in her bid for a hat-trick. Stellarmasterpiece returns to hurdles on a potentially handy mark, though, and looks the type to benefit from the strong handling of Sean Bowen, while handicap debutante Blue Siam is another of interest. 1-2-3:
1.LITTLE LADY LUCY (IRE) 2.STELLARMASTERPIECE (FR) 3.BLUE SIAM (IRE)
FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every
T H E FA MI LY OF RI CH WI LD IN G
The family of Rich Wilding have generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse.
C H E C K YO UR TI CK ET S
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
JAMIE GAMBIN (7)
The Julie Satterley 50th Birthday Celebration
Handicap Hurdle Race
(Class 3)
TWO MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 2f 148yds) for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £12650
Owners Prize Money Winner £5109; Second £2554; Third £1278; Fourth £639; Fifth £319. (Penalty Value £6680.46) Weights lowered 1lb
SEE PAGE 50 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 IN THE AIR (FR) (49)
B g Coastal Path - Sably (FR)
O Dynasty, Howell & Southern
121210- C D 8 11 13
Br Mr Charles Magnien
T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth S Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd YELLOW, EMERALD GREEN star, EMERALD GREEN sleeves, YELLOW stars, YELLOW cap, EMERALD GREEN star
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times in handicap chases last year but he looked rusty on return to hurdles at Chepstow following 6 months off and may still need this. Star RatingHHIII
2
FORGET THE WAY (GB) (10)
B g Getaway (GER) - Forget The Ref (IRE)
O Mr D. H. Gibbon
26215-2 9 11 10
Br Mr R. Abrey & Mr I. Thurtle
T James Owen, Newmarket S The Injured Jockeys Fund
YELLOW, BLACK chevron and spots on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest success came in a 6-runner selling handicap at Huntingdon in November
Enhanced his good record when fresh with a solid second at Warwick on return and is expected to go well again.
3 HOPE RISING (IRE) (23)
B m Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Jellicle Ball (IRE)
O One More Moment of Madness
T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn
1212R-3 5 11 9
Br One More Moment Of Madness
PINK, LIGHT BLUE cross belts and armlets, LIGHT BLUE and PINK quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner blotted her copybook when refusing to race at Chepstow on final start last season, but she looked more straightforward when third of 5 at Huntingdon on reappearance and is entitled to come on for that run.
4 HALF A CHANCE
(IRE) (7) 5340-4U 7 11 7
B g Beat Hollow - Shivermetimber (IRE)
O TLICN Syndicate
T John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland
Br Cyril Kelly
DARK GREEN and WHITE stripes, DARK GREEN sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Went close on a couple of occasions in handicap hurdles last year Unable to build on a promising debut over fences when unseating (beginning to lose ground at the time) in a Cartmel novice chase latest but is weighted to be competitive now back hurdling. Star
5
JUAN BERMUDEZ (GB) (15) 10652-2 CD 7 11 2
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 As good as ever when runner-up over C&D last month and again found only one too good at Aintree last time (pulled clear of the rest). All 3 of his previous course wins have come at this this time of the year and he has excellent claims to enhance that record. Star RatingHHHHH
Number of Declared Runners 5..................................................................................................(Exacta) Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2,
PADDY HANLON (5)
LILLY PINCHIN
BETTING FORECAST: 5-2 Forget The Way (GB), 3-1 Hope
RACE SUMMARY:
JUAN
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Cobden 3-1 (Emma Lavelle) 6 ran
The Farmers Fresh Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 3) (GBB Race)
THREE MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 3f 119yds)
for five yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £13650
Owners Prize Money Winner
£5513; Second £2756; Third £1379; Fourth £689; Fifth £344. (Penalty Value £7208.56)
Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 50 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 IVANE (FR) (100)
B g Network (GER) - Uvanana (FR)
O Keaveney & Butcher
124264- 8 12 0
Br E.A.R.L. Trinquet & M. & O. Trinquet
T James Owen, Newmarket S Keaveney Contractors LTD DARK GREEN, YELLOW stripe, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet another good advert for James Owen, landing the Durham National back in this sphere at Sedgefield (29.2f) in October, Creditable efforts on 3 of his 4 subsequent runs over fences prior to failing to justify support back over hurdles at aforementioned track on latest start. Given a break since. Star Rating
2 IMPERIAL ALEX (IRE) (25)
B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - What Can I Say (IRE)
O Hft Forklifts Limited
T Tom Lacey, Woolhope
21005-2 9 12 0
Br Terence Leonard
S Galebreaker RED and DARK BLUE (quartered), WHITE sleeves, RED stars, RED cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to his best back down in grade when beaten only by a fellow weight plunger in 9-runner handicap chase (9/2) at Ffos Las (3m, good) 25 days ago, conceding first run. Nudged back up 4lb but still looks ahead of his mark. Star RatingHHHHH
3 YES DAY (IRE) (45)
B g Court Cave (IRE) - Jiggle Joules (IRE)
O Mr Ian Bullions
T Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham
PURPLE, LIGHT BLUE seams and sleeves, check cap.
63060P- 8 11 5
Br Miss Susan Scott
S Wasdell Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked one with problems towards the end of last season and first-time blinkers need to spark a revival Star RatingHHIII
4 BALLYNAHEER (IRE) (36) 211415- 7 11 2
B g Mahler - Ballynagall (IRE)
O Mr David Purvis
T David Dennis, Banbury
Br Tom Birmingham
S DD Racing Ltd
WHITE, BLACK stars, BLACK sleeves, WHITE stars, BLACK cap, WHITE star
TIMEFORM VIEW Quickly resumed winning ways at Market Rasen (3m) in April but that was a decidedly weak affair and he turned in another poor effort at Ffos Las since. Bounce back required STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 24/4/2026 it was reported that the horse never travelled. Star
5 ESPERTI (IRE) (26) P5211-2 9 11 2
B g Presenting - Elsie (IRE)
O Toni & Dai
T David Rees, Haverfordwest
Br Ms Helga Moore
ROYAL BLUE, WHITE seams, diabolo on sleeves and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Thriving this autumn, winning back-to-back handicaps at up to 29f prior to fine second up in grade at Fakenham latest Likely to give another good account.
Number of Declared Runners 5..................................................................................................(Exacta) Blinkers worn first time by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4.
JONATHAN BURKE
JONJO O’NEILL JR.
2025: STANS THE MAN (IRE) 8 11 5 Ben Godfrey 7-2 (Ella Pickard) 7 ran
PLAY SMARTER
BETTING FORECAST:
15-8 Imperial Alex (IRE), 9-4 Esperti (IRE), 5-1 Ivane (FR), 7-1 Ballynaheer (IRE), 10-1 Yes Day (IRE) RACE SUMMARY:
IMPERIAL ALEX was denied only by a fellow well-treated rival who got first run on him at Ffos Las on his most recent outing and still looks ahead of the assessor despite being nudged back up 4lb in the weights. Esperti arrives in excellent heart and is the clear second choice.
1-2-3: 1.IMPERIAL ALEX (IRE) 2.ESPERTI (IRE) 3.IVANE (FR)
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F A R M E R S FR ES H
Farmers Fresh have generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse
HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD
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The Owen Thomas Memorial Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (GBB Race)
TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONGS (2m 213yds) for five yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £8000
Owners Prize Money Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)
SEE PAGE 50 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 IN THIS WORLD (FR) (26)
B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Maia Royale (FR)
O Mr Mike McCormick
T Rob Summers, Solihull BLACK, WHITE hoops, striped sleeves, RED cap.
2/04P5-5 8 12 0
Br Mr Jean-Philippe Dubois
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner over both hurdles and fences for Dan Skelton. Yet to make a significant impact for current yard but did stop the slide when fifth of 8 in 2m handicap at Warwick on most recent outing, a couple of errors prevent him from doing better still Now needs to build on that.
2 DELPOTRO (FR)
(18)
B g Masked Marvel - Tigrine (FR)
O Jon’s Birthday
T Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton
P1243-2 D BF6 11 11
Br E.A.R.L Elevage Des Loges
BLACK, YELLOW diamond, chevrons on sleeves, YELLOW cap, BLACK diamond.
TIMEFORM VIEW Free-going front-runner who goes particularly well at Sedgefield, notching second success at that course in September Mixed back since however, coming out on the wrong side of a match when turned over at 1/3 at Hereford latest Hood refitted but unlikely to get an easy time up front. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 107
3 TURPIN GOLD (GB) (187)
B g Dick Turpin (IRE) - Tamara
O The Shinton Family
T Tom Lacey, Woolhope
521420- C D 10 11 8
Br J. B. J. Richards
S Galebreaker WHITE, BLACK spots, hooped sleeves, BLACK cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a third win for Tom Lacey with a smooth success in handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (17f) in August Found his good run of form coming to a halt at Kempton in November and now makes a belated switch to chasing, with little in his pedigree suggesting it will suit Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating
4 BOBBARELLI (GB) (7) 2/P622-3 BF 9 11 4
B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Bobba Benetta (IRE)
O Miss Amber Jackson-Fennell
T Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham
Br Elizabeth Inman
DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE stripe, armlets and diamond on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual point winner who confirmed his opening mark a fair one when second of 9 in 19f handicap hurdle at Taunton (19f) in March. Disappointed back over hurdles at Bangor last week, however, and likely to face competition for the lead. Star RatingHHHII Official
5 ROCKS UP LATE
(IRE) (193) 1P1630- 6 11 2
B g Vadamos (FR) - Dreamtide
O North Wessex Racing
T Ben Pauling, Naunton
Br Hawthorn Villa Stud
S Fitzdares
GREY, ORANGE star, ORANGE and BLACK check sleeves, striped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged a fourth win last season at Worcester in August Found good run of form coming to a halt at Lingfield in November but appeals as the type to bounce back following a break and breathing operation. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 18/11/2025 it was reported that the horse made a
Number of Declared Runners 5..................................................................................................(Exacta) Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.
ROBERT DUNNE
STAN SHEPPARD
JACKSON-FENNELL (7)
BETTING FORECAST:
15-8 Rocks Up Late (IRE), 11-4 Delpotro (FR), 11-2 Bobbarelli (GB), 13-2 In This World (FR), 7-1 Turpin Gold (GB)
RACE SUMMARY:
ROCKS UP LATE has had a breathing operation since his dip in form last autumn and is taken to bounce back following a break despite likely competition for the lead. Fellow front-runner Delpotro is feared most ahead of In This World, who hinted at a revival at Warwick last time. 1-2-3: 1.ROCKS UP LATE (IRE) 2.DELPOTRO (FR) 3.IN THIS WORLD (FR)
Mark & Julie Satterley have generously sponsored this race and will kindly award
horse.
H O R S E
WE LF AR E
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The Happy 70th Birthday Steve Cotton Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4)
(GBB Race)
TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 4f 205yds)
for five 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 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 50 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 LACRIMA (FR) (26)
B g Voiladenuo (FR) - Vie Royale (FR)
O Ms Belinda Jayne Heal
T Nick Scholfield, Lambourn
01110-0 5 12 0
Br Mr Christopher Steadman
S Nick Scholfield Racing
MAROON, YELLOW spots, YELLOW sleeves, MAROON spots and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful chaser who landed hat-trick of claimers in France last summer/autumn for Nick George & Amanda Zetterholm. Has made little impact both outings for current yard, including back over the larger obstacles last time, and could only consider if backed Star RatingHHHII Official BHA
2 GATEAU DE MIEL (FR) (53)
B g Apsis - Vie Sa Vie (FR)
O Mr Jonathan Stanley
T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
RED, BLACK Cross of Lorraine, BLACK cap, RED stars.
402P34- C 10 11 9
Br Joel Denis & SCEA Haras De Saint Voir
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner last summer who ran well on first outing since leaving Barry Brennan when runner-up in Wincanton hunter (2 1/2m, soft) in March. Disappointing both subsequent starts under Rules but has been given a chance by the assessor on first run for another new stable Star RatingHHHHH
3 TWO TO TANGO (GB) (37)
B g Kayf Tara - Folie Dancer
O Mr J. R. Lavelle
232213- C 8 11 9
Br Mr J. R. Lavelle & Dr Mark Scott
T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough S Hatherden Horse Transport WHITE, DARK BLUE sash, hooped sleeves, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless following 11 attempts over hurdles but off the mark in this sphere at the fourth time of asking when gamely seeing off his 4 rivals with first-time cheekpieces enlisted here (19f) in March. Held back by a clumsy round of jumping atWarwick subsequently but obvious chance if bouncing back STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 23/4/2026 it was reported that the horse made several jumping errors StarRating
4 MIX OF CLOVER (GB) (200)
Br g Fair Mix (IRE) - Allforclover (IRE)
O Miss S. Troughton
20361P- CD 12 11 6
Br Miss S. Troughton
T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth S Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
GREY, ORANGE star, BROWN sleeves, GREY cap, ROYAL BLUE star
TIMEFORM VIEW Inconsistent veteran who bounced back to form to justify support when winning a 5-runner C&D handicap in October However, typically followed that with a bad run at Hereford next time and it’s hard to know what form he’ll be in on this return from 6 months off STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 11/11/2025 it was reported that the horse ran flat. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA
5 BOOM BOOM (IRE) (192)
Br g Califet (FR) - She Is A Cracker (FR)
O Mr Paul Waldron
T Rob Summers, Solihull
31100P- C 8 10 2
Br Philip Heskin
DARK BLUE, ORANGE chevrons, DARK BLUE sleeves, ORANGE stars, quartered cap. TIMEFORM VIEW Showed plenty of ability remains when landing back-to-back course handicaps here last summer However, lost his form badly later in 2025 and returns from a 6-month absence from 3lb out of the weights Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 84
Number of Declared Runners 5..................................................................................................(Exacta) Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4.
CHARLIE TODD
JONATHAN BURKE
ROBERT DUNNE
2025: VILLAGE MASTER (IRE) 6 12 0 James Bowen 6-4 (Warren Greatrex) 5 ran PLAY SMARTER
BETTING FORECAST:
5-4 Two To Tango (GB), 10-3 Gateau de Miel (FR), 5-1 Mix of Clover (GB), 15-2 Lacrima (FR), 14-1 Boom Boom (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY:
A thin handicap in which it could pay to side with GATEAU DE MIEL, who is back on the same mark as for his latest success (registered at this venue) now setting out for another new yard. Two To Tango can provide the main threat if jumping more fluently than on his most recent start. 1-2-3: 1.GATEAU DE MIEL (FR) 2.TWO TO TANGO 3.MIX OF CLOVER
Caroline & Family have generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse
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Warwickshire Hunt OPEN DAY
The Sun Racing Summer Jumps Championship
Handicap Hurdle Race
(Class 5)
TWO MILES ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (2m 6f 7yds) for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £7150
Owners Prize Money Winner £2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91)
SEE PAGE 50 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 AMERICAN TRIO (IRE) (11) UP001-2 5 12 0
B g Court Cave (IRE) - Aunty Matti (IRE)
O Mr Mark Satterley
Br Pat Tipper & Alexis Robinson
T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham S BresBet RED, PURPLE stripe, PURPLE and RED check sleeves
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 5-y-o was much improved in a change of headgear when easily landing a gamble in a novice selling hurdle at Exeter, before running at least as well in defeat behind a well-treated one in a thin handicap at Huntingdon. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 105
2
TAO ENKI (FR) (25)
B g No Risk At All (FR) - Lady Needles (IRE)
0/5350-2 BF 6 12 0
O Not Another Partnership 2 Br E.A.R.L. Haras D’Enki
T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
S Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd ORANGE, GREY triple diamond and diamond on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 6-y-o produced an improved effort in first-time cheekpieces when runner-up at Hereford last time, and with this significantly longer trip expected to suit, he’s fancied to go one better Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 105
3 ROXBORO RIVER (IRE) (22) 4PP40-0 CD 7 11 12
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 Below form since winning over C&D in July off a 1lb higher mark but he did at least step up on his reappearance run when a creditable seventh of 15 in a handicap hurdle at Downpatrick last time
4 LION OF THE DESERT (IRE) (10) 3401-13 6 11 11
B g Valirann (FR) - Sky Queen (IRE)
O Belly’s Heroes
T Grace Harris, Shirenewton
Br Ms Debbie O’Neill
S Grace Harris Racing
WHITE and ROYAL BLUE stripes, hooped sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Front-running type came up short in his bid for a Ffos Las hat-trick when third of 5 there last time Will need to jump better on a sharper track, though is clearly in fine heart and could get an easy lead.
5 SHESONNET (IRE) (26) 5052P-1 5 11 10
B m Poet’s Word (IRE) - Onest
O Matthews Moore Murray Oxley
T Ben Case, Banbury
ORANGE, YELLOW star, ORANGE sleeves, YELLOW stars
Br Denis Murphy
S David Andrews Construction Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Caused something of a surprise when making a winning return/handicap debut at Warwick (21f) and while she’s still unexposed over this sort of trip, there’s no guarantee that things unfold as favourably here.
6 PARIKARMA (IRE) (30) 144/305- 9 11 6
B m Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Pushkar
O Miss I. Mathias
T Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham
Br Minch Bloodstock
S Centregreat Limited, Solstice
GREY, MAUVE chevrons and armlets, MAUVE cap, GREY diamonds.
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held on first Flat start for new yard at Southwell last time but should at least appreciate stepping back up in distance off a career-low hurdles mark.
LIAM HARRISON
PADDY HANLON (5)
JOE ANDERSON (3)
HARRY BANNISTER
MISS IMOGEN MATHIAS (7)
7 MISS TIARA (GB) (38)
B m Kayf Tara - Miss Serious (IRE)
O Pillhead House Partners
T Jeremy Scott, Dulverton
DARK GREEN, WHITE hoop, hooped sleeves, check cap.
250634- 6 11 1
Br Porlock Vale Stud
S Brendon Powerwashers
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden has hit the frame on both starts since a second breathing operation but was reported to be coughing post-race following her latest fourth of 8 at Taunton last month. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 22/4/2026 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise
8 GREAT D’ANGE (FR) (171)
B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Vickx (FR)
O Mr Alexander Gibbons
2235PP- 10 10 10
Br Mr A. Fouilleul & Mr S. Fouilleul
T Alexander Gibbons, Westbury-on-Severn MAROON, YELLOW chevrons, PURPLE sleeves, MAROON cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Returns from 5 months off having shown no form in 3 starts for current yard.
9 MASONBROOK MEADOW
(IRE) (26)
B m Magna Grecia (IRE) - Kathy Glory (IRE)
O THE 69 RACING TEAM
T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury
YELLOW, BLACK epaulets, striped sleeves
1544P-2 5 10 2
Br Kevin Quinn
S We Do Vans
TIMEFORM VIEW Produced her best effort to date when runner-up at Fakenham latest (might well have notched a second career win had she jumped the last better) and another bold bid is expected with her stable going well
10 SHES
ALL PRIDE (IRE) (38)
B m Order of St George (IRE) - Ballyallia Pride (IRE)
O Knowle Racing Stables Limited
T Deborah Cole, Solihull
WHITE, ROYAL BLUE chevron, armlets and cap.
300/P30- 6 10 2
Br Mrs E. Costelloe
S Lewisham Developments Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Made more impact than previously when third over C&D on handicap debut but she failed to repeat that effort from out of the weights at Ludlow and hopes probably rest on some Sean Bowen magic
HHIII Official
Number of Declared Runners 10 (Exacta) Hood worn by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 6. Visor worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.
BETTING FORECAST:
9-2 Tao Enki (FR), 11-2 Shesonnet (IRE), 7-1 Masonbrook Meadow (IRE), 15-2 American Trio (IRE), Lion of The Desert (IRE), 8-1 Miss Tiara (GB), 12-1 Shes All Pride (IRE), 14-1 Roxboro River (IRE), 16-1 Parikarma (IRE), 50-1 Great d’Ange (FR)
RACE SUMMARY:
TAO ENKI posted an improved effort when second at Hereford and with the step up in trip likely to suit, he appeals most. Masonbrook Meadow is a likely danger for the in-form Seamus Mullins yard, while Lion Of The Desert could go well if getting into a rhythm on the front end.
1-2-3: 1.TAO ENKI (FR) 2.MASONBROOK MEADOW (IRE) 3.LION OF THE DESERT (IRE)
T H E SU N NE WS PA PE R
The Sun Newspaper has generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a £50 cash prize to the
horse.
BENJAMIN MACEY (5)
R A C E CO ND IT IO NS
First Race 5.50 - THE JULIE SATTERLEY WAVING GOODBYE TO 49 NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6535 to the winning horse The second to receive £3010, the third £1504 and the fourth £753. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, May 25th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 28th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb Mark & Julie Satterley have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 10 entries at £40. - Closed May 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5008; Second £2504; Third £1252; Fourth £626. (Penalty Value £6535.20) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 6.20 - THE HAPPY 70TH BIRTHDAY RICH WILDING MARES’ NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3775 to the winning horse The second to receive £1737, the third £868, the fourth £434 and the fifth £216. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-95. £26 stake if the horse is rated 69 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 68 or lower with £21 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 28th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb The family of Rich Wilding have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 14 entries at £26. - Closed May 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91) Weights raised 8lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 6.50 - THE JULIE SATTERLEY 50TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6680 to the winning horse The second to receive £3073, the third £1536, the fourth £769 and the fifth £383. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £52 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £42 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 28th. Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb Mark & Julie Satterley have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 10 entries at £52. - Closed May 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5109; Second £2554; Third £1278; Fourth £639; Fifth £319. (Penalty Value £6680.46) Weights lowered 1lbs.
SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 7.20 - THE FARMERS FRESH HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7208 to the winning horse The second to receive £3316, the third £1658, the fourth £829 and the fifth £413. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £54 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £43 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 28th. Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb Farmers Fresh have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 9 entries at £54. - Closed May 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5513; Second £2756; Third £1379; Fourth £689; Fifth £344. (Penalty Value £7208.56) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 7.50 - THE OWEN THOMAS MEMORIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) 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, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £33 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £26 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 28th. Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb Mark & Julie Satterley for sponsoring and presenting £50 cash prize to the member of stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse 11 entries at £33. - Closed May 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 8.20 - THE HAPPY 70TH BIRTHDAY STEVE COTTON HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4832 to the winning horse The second to receive £2223, the third £1111, the fourth £556 and the fifth £277. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £36 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £29 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 28th. Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb Caroline & Family have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse 11 entries at £36. - Closed May 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3696; Second £1847; Third £924; Fourth £462; Fifth £231. (Penalty Value £4832.11) Weights raised 2lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 8.50 - THE SUN RACING SUMMER JUMPS CHAMPIONSHIP HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3775 to the winning horse The second to receive £1737, the third £868, the fourth £434 and the fifth £216. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. £26 stake if the horse is rated 79 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 78 or lower with £21 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 28th. Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb Sun Newspapers have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 16 entries, 1 at £5 and 15 at £26. - Closed May 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91)
SEE PAGE 46 FOR THIS RACE.
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