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Gr m Kayf Tara - Poppet Sam Twiston-Davies
Mr R. J. H. GeffenPaul Nicholls, Ditcheat
Mr R. J. H. Geffen Potensis
TIMEFORMVIEW Point winner who won a bumper readily here in April and has taken well to hurdling since, winning at Exeter before showing useful form in defeat at Sandown. Drop in trip no problem Hard to beat.
1. Jockey colours
2. Saddle number
3. Sex & colour of horse
4. Horse name
5. Owner
6. Sire
7. Dam
8. Days since last run 9. Form 10. Age 11. Weight carried 12. Form guide
Star Ratings Explained
Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:
★★★★★ Selected to win the race
★★★★✩ Good chance of being placed.
13. Breeder
14. Trainer
15. Jockey
16. Sponsor 15
★★★✩✩ By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims.
★★✩✩✩ Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.
★✩✩✩✩ Can be given little or no chance.
BHA Ratings Explained
The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability
The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).
The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating. For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.
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THE TRUCKSMITH AUTUMN RACEMEETING
THURSDAY 27TH NOVEMBER 2025
Today’s Schedule
PageTime Race
8-9 12.35pm The South West Rail Solutions Ltd ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race
12-13 1.05pm The Liz Bishop Duntish Stud Memorial Novices’ Handicap Hurdle Race
16-17 1.40pm The Trucksmith Loloader Novices’ Handicap Chase Race
20-21 2.15pm The Trucksmith 40th Anniversary Handicap Hurdle Race
24-25 2.50pm The Elizabeth Trebble Handicap Hurdle Race
26-27 3.22pm The Mike Trickey and Geoff White Memorial Handicap Chase
28-29 3.52pm The South West Rail Solutions Ltd Open National Hunt Flat Race
Today’s Officials
Stewards
G. Upton (Chief Steward)
J. Pearn (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
M. Bersey, T. Evetts, M. Walton
Starters
W. Jordan
C. McKee
Judge
G. Lewis
Clerk of the Scales
R. Cuthbert
Veterinary Officers
J. Rainbow
D. Freeman
Equine Welfare and Integrity
Officers
S. Fox
S. Shilston
C. Hannaford
Clerk of the Course
R. Bellamy
Safeguarding Officer
T. Hill
Commentator
R. Hoiles
Betting Ring Manager
V. Moore
Medical Officers
Dr J. Louis, Dr J. Peoples, Dr P. Pritchard, Dr T. M. Tilsley & Dr M. Epps
Veterinary Surgeons
A. F. Lees, B.Vet.Med., M.R.C.V.S.
M. Peaty, B.V.Sc, Cert.E.P., Cert.E.S. (Orth), M.R.C.V.S.
T. Gliddon, B.V.Sc., Cert.E.P., M.R.C.V.S.
Vice Presidents
J.S.B. White
Mrs H.R. Dunn
Taunton Racecourse Company Ltd Directors: D.H. Griffin (Chairman), N. Engert, R.P Blackburn, G. Henderson, P.S.G Davis (Chief Executive Officer)
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First Race 12.35
The South West Rail Solutions Ltd ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 4) (GBB Race)
for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9099 Owners Prize Money 1st £3797, 2nd £1899, 3rd £949, 4th £475. (Penalty Value £4955.32)
Race Description
Novice races tend to be for younger horses that are still learning their way over hurdles or fences and allow them to race against each other before graduating up the ranks. Horses are classed as a novice if they have yet to win a race, under the respective code, prior to the official start of the season, towards the end of April although for wins between 1st March and the end of the season they may continue to contest novice races until the end of the following October This particular two miles and half a furlongs novices’ hurdle race/is for horses aged fouryears-old and upwards which have not won which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 SUN ART (FR) (24) 63351-3
Br B g Masked Marvel - Lexus du Charmil (FR) Jonathan Burke J
O Imperial Racing Partnership Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Mrs Guilhaine Le Borgne BresBet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last season with 2m Ludlow novice success. Below par when third on 2m Hereford reappearance 24 days ago but perhaps he’ll strip fitter for the outing.
2 CHARLIES JETAWAY (IRE) (187) 32 BF
Br B g Jet Away - Gaye Native (IRE) Harry Kimber J
O Mr Willem Van Der Horst Syd Hosie, Sherborne T
B Charles Persse Sherborne Utilities Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed both starts in points ahead of this switch to hurdles The betting is perhaps the best guide to expectations. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 KINGS ORDER (IRE) (22) F4-200 4 11-0
Br B g Order of St George (IRE) - Gisela (IRE) Ellis Collier (5) J
O Stoneacre Racing Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B R. Lynch Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Reached the frame in points but no impact in a bumper and maiden hurdle at Chepstow in recent weeks. TFRHHIII BHA-
4 KNOCK OFF SOXS (IRE) (220) 1- 4
Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Enchanted Moment
Rex Dingle J
O Stables Business Park Ltd Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne T
B Conor Murphy Stables Business Park Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Out of a half-sister to very smart hurdler Blue Bajan and made a winning debut in the pointing field in April. Has had wind surgery. Interesting to see what the betting makes of him. TFRHHHII BHA-
5 MISS ALTEA BLUE (FR) (19) 251F6-2 4
Br B f Great Pretender (IRE) - Miss Salsa Blue (FR) Harry Cobden J
O Kate & Andrew Brooks Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Mme Catherine Coiffier Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWWincanton novice winner in March. Good reappearance second at the same venue 19 days ago and she holds leading form claims here for top trainer/jockey combination. TFRHHHHH BHA120
6 LYDEARD GIRL (GB) (22) 0-0 4 10-7
Br B f Frontiersman - Eardisland
Sean Houlihan J
O House Family Partnership Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne T
B Unity Farm Holiday Centre Ltd The Firehouse Somerset, Lydeard Farm Bush Camp & Lodge S
TIMEFORMVIEW Well held in 2 bumpers ahead of this switch to hurdles Outsider TFRHIIII BHA-
7 PURE LOGIC (GB) (230) 22242- 5 10-7
Br B m Muhaarar - Dhan Dhana (IRE)
Paddy Hanlon (5) J
O Multi Nationals Syndicate John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on 3 of 4 bumper starts and again found only one too good on Ballinrobe hurdle debut in April. Open to improvement on her return to the track. TFRHHHHI BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
2024: JACKPOT DES BORDES (FR) 5 11 0 Harry Cobden 11-8 (Paul Nicholls) 13 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4.
Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Miss Altea Blue (FR), 5-2 Pure Logic (GB), 4-1 Sun Art (FR), 20-1 Charlies Jetaway (IRE), 22-1 Knock Off Soxs (IRE), 80-1 Lydeard Girl (GB), 300-1 Kings Order (IRE)
MISS ALTEA BLUE can build on her Wincanton reappearance second and land a second hurdle success, perhaps at the expense of Shark Hanlon Irish raider Pure Logic. Sun Art looks next best.
Second Race 1.05
The Liz Bishop Duntish Stud Memorial
Novices’ Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)
for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)
Race Description
This three mile hurdle race is another for novices’. It is restricted to horses aged four-years-old and upwards rated 0-100. Initially, the weights are set according to sex with fillies and mares carrying 7lb less than their male rivals before previous hurdle race/steeple chase winners are allocated a 7lb penalty for each race won.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1
Br Bl g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Opaline du Bouchat (FR) Toby McCain-Mitchell (5) J
O Mr D Stevens & Mrs S Stevens Kayley Woollacott, Crewkerne T
B Elevage Laitre SCEA The Firehouse Somerset S
TIMEFORMVIEWNewton Abbot handicap hurdle winner in April. Not so good both starts since but may have needed the outing on last month’s Worcester chase debut after a break and has quickly returned to the mark he defied at Newton Abbot. TFRHHHHH BHA100
2 SUMMERLEAZE (IRE) (20) 13046P 8 11-12
Br Br m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lady Wilton Milan (IRE) Joshua Bryan J
O Nick Scholfield Racing Club Nick Scholfield, Lambourn T
B Michael Leacy
TIMEFORMVIEWNotched a hurdle hat-trick for Olly Murphy in the spring Hasn’t been able to continue the good work over fences more recently and pulled up back hurdling on recent first outing for Nick Scholfield. TFRHHIII BHA98
3 AVADA KEDAVRA (IRE) (17) P014-53 D 6 11-7
Br Br g Milan - Miss Bobs Worth (IRE) Brendan Powell J
O Premier Plastering (UK) Limited David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold T
B William J. Noonan
TIMEFORMVIEW Modest maiden. Built on reappearance when third of 9 in 3m Kempton handicap (good to soft) 17 days ago. Claims with a repeat. TFRHHHII BHA93
4 GETUPTHEYARD (IRE) (16) 226FF4 6 11-3
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Harbour Mistress (IRE) Bryan Carver J
O On Business Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T
B Parkville Stud Junction 24 Ltd, Burlybed S
TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden but largely run with credit over hurdles this year, finishing runner-up 3 times. Another respectable effort when fourth of 9 at Lingfield (23f, good) 16 days ago. Likely to be competitive again TFRHHHII BHA89
5 SOMETHING SIMPLE (IRE) (21) 300650 5 11-3
Br B g Hillstar - Old Madam (IRE)
Paddy Hanlon (5) J
O Something Simple Syndicate John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland T
B M. A. Doyle
TIMEFORMVIEW No impact in 3 qualifying runs in Ireland this autumn but appeals as a potential improver now handicapping up in trip. TFRHHHHI BHA89
6 TOM TAGGLE (IRE) (22) 64461-F D 5 11-2
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Taggle Og (IRE) Isabel Williams J
O C M Marles Partnership Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Patrick Hayes Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last season with a 3m handicap win at Chepstow Struggling when falling 3 out on 19.5f reappearance there 3 weeks ago but the return to a longer trip could see him in a better light TFRHHHII BHA88
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
2024: HONEY JACK 5 11 3 Brendan Powell 9-4 (Joe Tizzard) 10 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Iris des Issards (FR), 7-2 Avada Kedavra (IRE), 4-1 Getuptheyard (IRE), 11-2 Something Simple (IRE), 7-1 Tom Taggle (IRE), 11-1 Summerleaze (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
The handicapper might have taken a bit of a chance in dropping IRIS DES ISSARDS 4lb in one go and back to the mark he defied at Newton Abbot in the spring. Something Simple is a potential improver in handicaps and might provide the main threat ahead of Getuptheyard and Avada Kedavra.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.IRIS DES ISSARDS (FR) 2.SOMETHING SIMPLE (IRE) 3.GETUPTHEYARD (IRE)
Horse Welfare
Horse welfareisapriority at Taunton Racecourse.Ateverymeeting thereare 3 specially qualified equine veterinarysurgeonsappointed to look afterthe welfareof the horses in action. One vet is present at the start of eachrace and during the race follows the runners in avehicle.Horses can be attended to in the same time as the Paramedic Teams responsible fortreating injuredjockeys.
Asecond vet followsthe action fromthe stands and coordinates the required response to any incidents. In addition, throughout the meeting aclose checkiskept on all horses, especially those returning after arace.It is standardpolicythat in the event of ahorse requiring veterinarytreatment whilst on site,screens will be erected around the horse.Itisdesigned to affordthe vet andhorse someprivacy. Please do not assume the worst.
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Third Race 1.40
The Trucksmith Loloader Novices’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class
4) (GBB Race)
for novice four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £13300 Owners Prize Money 1st £5372, 2nd £2685, 3rd £1343, 4th £672, 5th £335. (Penalty Value £7023.73)
Race Description
This two miles, seven furlongs steeple chase is another for novices’. It is restricted to horses aged four-years-old and upwards rated 0-120. Initially, the weights are set according to sex with fillies and mares carrying 7lb less than their male rivals before previous steeple chase winners are allocated a 7lb penalty for each race won.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
Br B g Morozov (USA) - Lady Shanrod (IRE)
Paddy Hanlon (5) J
O Mr Harry Smyth John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland T
B Liam Cosgrave
TIMEFORMVIEW Four-time hurdle winner but below par in that sphere of late and pulled up on previous chase start 18 months ago Best watched unless the betting hints otherwise
2 WICKED THOUGHTS (IRE) (220) 2/2F21P-
Br Ch g Mahler - Emily’s Princess (IRE) Harry Cobden J
O Mrs L. Maclennan Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Thomas Norris Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEW Bumper/hurdle winner Also successful in a point at the start of his career, which suggests he should take to chasing for his top stable On the shortlist. TFRHHHHI BHA118
3 HOLESHOT (IRE) (31) 5115-05 C 6 11-10
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Rowdy Exit (IRE)
O The Pant Wilkin Partnership 003
Conor O’Farrell J
Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge T
B Declan Lennon DragonBet, Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWAll-the-way winner of handicap hurdles here (19f, soft) and at Warwick (2m, good) in the spring. Not disgraced when fifth of 11 on 2 1/2m Bangor chase debut last month, staying on late. Potential improver now stepping up in trip. TFRHHHII BHA114
4 GRIS MAJEUR (FR) (24) 2PP2-12
Br Gr g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Partie Majeure (FR)
8 11-9
Sean Houlihan J
O Mr Brian Davies Sheila Lewis, Brecon T
B G.F.A. Du Pont Rouge
TIMEFORMVIEWLooked better than ever when landing a 4-runner handicap chase at Ludlow (2 1/2m, good to firm) on his reappearance in October and backed that up with a good second over 25f at Hereford 24 days ago. Should go well again. TFRHHHHH BHA113
5 MAXIMUM OFFERS (IRE) (27) 2/3612-3
Br B g Getaway (GER) - Gaye Lady (IRE)
Gavin Sheehan J
O L H & A Snowden & Lady Keswick Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
B Knocktartan House Stud BetVictor S
TIMEFORMVIEWHuntingdon maiden hurdle winner in March and returned with a creditable third in 2 1/2m novice Uttoxeter 4 weeks ago. Switches to fences for his handicap debut Interesting for a yard which continues to knock in the winners TFRHHHHI BHA113
6 BOYLES HILL (IRE) (22) 1011-00
Br Ch g Watar (IRE) - Jezzebelle
Jonjo O’Neill Jr J
O C M Marles Partnership Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B The Bristol Five Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWThree hurdle wins last season but ran poorly when sent to contest a big-field handicap at the Punchestown Festival in April and pulled up on recent Chepstow chase debut after 6 months off. Way too soon to write him off in this sphere but can only watch this time.
7
Br B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - My Lady Dane (IRE) Jonathan Burke J
O The Ravenswell Ladies Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B James Codd BresBet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in 23f Uttoxeter handicap hurdle in July but 2 lesser runs have followed Now switches to fences with cheekpieces also refitted in a bid to get back to form. TFRHHIII BHA112
8 BERTIE WOOSTER (IRE) (17) 333P-30 C
Br B or Br g Beat Hollow - Fair Ina (IRE) Brendan Powell J
O Mrs C. Knowles Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Paramount Farms Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWFair hurdle winner but has run below that level in 7 chase starts and fared no better back hurdling at Kempton 17 days ago The stable is going well in general but he arrives with a bit to prove. Wears a first-time tongue tie. TFRHHIII BHA97
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
2024: IN D’OR (FR) 6 11 11 Mr David Maxwell 5-1 (Venetia Williams) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 7.
Stewards Note: WICKED THOUGHTS: Following its run on 21/4/2025 it was reported that the horse never travelled. BOYLES HILL: Following its run on 5/11/2025 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Gris Majeur (FR), 7-2 Maximum Offers (IRE), 6-1 Wicked Thoughts (IRE), Holeshot (IRE), 12-1 Portnacoo (IRE), Gwash (IRE), 16-1 Bertie Wooster (IRE), 33-1 Boyles Hill (IRE)
GRIS MAJEUR is the solid one after a win and good second from his 2 outings this season. A point background suggests Maximum Offers should take to fences and he’s a potentially dangerous opponent having built a solid platform for handicaps in his 4 hurdle starts. Wicked Thoughts is another interesting recruit to the chasing ranks having won a point at the start of his career
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GRIS
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Abbreviations
ThereisaSpecial Viewing Area adjacent to the Course and Paddock.
BF –Beaten Favourite.B –Brought Down. C–Course Winner. D–Distance Winner.F –Fell. P–Pulled Up R–Refused. S–Slipped Up.U –Unseated.
H.B.L.B.
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £130,175 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 15th September to 31st December 2025.
Fourth Race 2.15
The Trucksmith 40th Anniversary Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 4)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10500
Owners Prize Money 1st £4241, 2nd £2120, 3rd £1061, 4th £530, 5th £265. (Penalty Value £5545.05)
Race Description
This is a two miles and three furlongs handicap hurdle race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 120. In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 60 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 170.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
Br B m Telescope (IRE) - Sierra (FR) Jay Tidball (5) J
O Mason, Hogarth, Ferguson, Done, McGoff Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Dr Bryan Mayoh Morson Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Newton Abbot in June and has continued in good nick, second of 5 in handicap hurdle at Stratford (16.3f, good) 40 days ago. Needs considering once more. TFR
2 THERAPIST (GB) (137) 201-141 D
Br B m Le Havre (IRE) - Homeopathic Mr Daniel Williams (7) J
O Fortnum Racing 2 Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T
B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Unibet S
TIMEFORMVIEW Resumed her progress when easily landing 3-runner handicap hurdle at Stratford (18.7f, good) in July. Up 5lb but she’s not taken lightly after a break. TFRHHHHI BHA119
3 HALF A CHANCE (IRE) (26) 002232
6 11-11
Br B g Beat Hollow - Shivermetimber (IRE) Paddy Hanlon (5) J
O TLICN Syndicate John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland T
B Cyril Kelly
TIMEFORMVIEW On a losing run but he’s knocking on the door, second of 7 in handicap hurdle at Wetherby (16f, good) 26 days ago. Very much one to consider nudged up 1lb. TFRHHHHI BHA117
4 MOUTARDE (IRE) (47) 6F06-20 C 4 11-10
Br B g Raven’s Pass (USA) - Ros Mountain (IRE) Rex Dingle J
O Mrs Kate Kenyon Syd Hosie, Sherborne T
B Hunting Hill Stud Sherborne Utilities Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWCourse winner for Anthony Charlton. Looked rusty after 9 months off for his new yard when ninth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Chepstow (16f, good to firm) 47 days ago. Can take a step forward now TFRHHHII BHA117
5 MARY (IRE) (65) 3F0-351 D 6 11-4
Br B m Yeats (IRE) - Maryann (IRE) Charlie Todd J
O Eventmasters Racing Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
B Mr Charles Walsh Eventmasters Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Ended a losing run when making all in 7-runner handicap hurdle at Warwick (19f, good to firm) in September, always holding on. Hiked up 8lb but still in the mix.
TFRHHHII BHA110
6 HIM MALAYA (FR) (20) 6134-30 CD 6 11-1
Br B g Martaline - Clarte d’Or (FR)
Miss Olive Nicholls (5) J
O Mr & Mrs Mark Woodhouse Paul Nicholls, Ditcheat T
B Elise Chayrigues & Henrietta Charlet Morson Group S
TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner who was tried in cheekpieces when a below-form ninth of 17 in handicap hurdle at Exeter (16.7f, soft) 20 days ago. Needs to get back on track.
TFRHHHII BHA107
7 MELTON MOSSY (IRE) (21) 2005-2T BF 6 10-12
Br B g Valirann (FR) - Miss Ira Zarad (IRE)
Jonjo O’Neill Jr J
O Vale Racing 1 Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B James Flood Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW A four-time winner (at up to 2m5f) last term but he refused to race in handicap hurdle at Ludlow (21.2f, good to soft) 21 days ago. Can’t be relied upon.
TFRHHIII BHA104
8 ELLERTON (FR) (241) 206401- 5 10-9
Br Ch g Zoustar (AUS) - Meandering (IRE) Brendan Powell J
O Mr J. P. Romans Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B S.C.E.A. Le Haras D’Haspel Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWMade a winning start for his new yard (formerly with Anthony Charlton) in 8-runner handicap hurdle at Wincanton (19.8f, good) in March. Yard is going really well so he merits serious consideration on his return. TFRHHHHH BHA101
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
2024: KING OF THE ROAD (IRE) 5 11 3 Kielan Woods 3-1 (Ben Pauling) 11 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5, 6, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 6. Stewards Note: THERAPIST: Following its run on 13/7/2025 it was reported that the horse showed signs of heat stress.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Mary (IRE), 4-1 Ellerton (FR), 7-1 Seeyouinmydreams (GB), 15-2 Therapist (GB), Half A Chance (IRE), 8-1 Melton Mossy (IRE), 10-1 Him Malaya (FR), 22-1 Moutarde (IRE)
Joe Tizzard has his string in great nick so ELLERTON is fancied to return in style and follow up his Wincanton spring success on his debut for the yard. In-form Half A Chance seems sure to go well again but could have to settle for second once more, while Therapist and Mary need factoring in too.
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Fifth Race 2.50
The Elizabeth Trebble Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9000
Owners Prize Money 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)
Race Description
This is a two miles and three furlongs handicap hurdle race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 100. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have won a race, been placed twice or raced at least three times in order for the handicapper to gauge the level of form shown. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap. In simple terms a horse rated 100 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 95.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 BASHFUL BOY (IRE) (47) 4/0044P- D
Br B g Magician (IRE) - Bacheliere (USA) Harry Cobden J
O Mrs Lynne Webb David Pipe, Wellington T
B Lynn Lodge Stud & Pier House Stud W & S Recycling S
TIMEFORMVIEW Fair handicap hurdler who ran well in the Cesarewitch last time and returns to this sphere on an appealing mark. Harry Cobden booked and must be respected. Tongue strap back on.
2 PORTETTA (IRE) (11) 63-2530
Br Gr f Le Havre (IRE) - Loch Ma Naire (IRE) Paddy Hanlon (5) J
O Stonebridge Syndicate John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland T
B St Albans Bloodstock LLP
TIMEFORMVIEW Placed on second outing in bumpers and runner-up in a Tipperary maiden on hurdling debut in May Hasn’t progressed since but may do better now sent handicapping. TFRHHHII BHA100
3 MAN OF THE SEA (IRE) (16) 324363 9 11-12
Br Ch g Born To Sea (IRE) - Hurricane Lily (IRE) Richie McLernon J
O Dajam Ltd Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T
B Stephanie Hanly
TIMEFORMVIEW Returned to form when creditable third of 7 in handicap hurdle at Hereford (21.7f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Races off same mark here and can make presence felt. TFRHHHII BHA98
4 OAKLEY’S WAY (IRE) (20) 3F/44-26 5 11-11
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Special Choice (IRE) Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Mr A. J. Norman
Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T
B Eclipse Bloodstock Ltd & G. Hadden geegeez.co.uk S
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed ability in bumpers and over timber, shaping better than distance beaten when sixth of 17 in handicap hurdle at Exeter (16.7f, soft) 20 days ago. Tongue strap on first time. One of likelier contenders. TFRHHHHI BHA97
5 PRAIRIE DIAMOND (IRE) (7) 30316-U
6 11-9
Br B g Diamond Boy (FR) - Siba de La Pampa (FR) Harry Atkins (7) J
O Mr N. McAllen Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T
B Southeast Bloodstock Ltd & Owen Hickey FBC Manby Bowdler S
TIMEFORMVIEWDidn’t get far on return from 11 months off at Wincanton (19.8f, good) 7 days ago. Yard amongst the winners, though, and is worth monitoring in the market. TFRHHHII BHA95
6 RAPID MISSION (GB) (20) 5600-65
Br B g Frankel - Midnight Crossing (IRE) Rex Dingle J
O Mrs Kate Kenyon Syd Hosie, Sherborne T
B Pursuit of Success LLC Sherborne Utilities Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Went backwards from hurdling reappearance when fifth of 10 in handicap at Fontwell (17.7f, good to soft) 20 days ago and makes limited appeal. TFRHHIII BHA92
7 BIGZ BELIEF (IRE) (200) 2P302-2
Br B g Make Believe - Manaka (FR)
8 11-5
Tom Broughton (5) J
O Mr R. De la Haye Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Springwell Stud BresBet S
TIMEFORMVIEW Modest strike rate but has dropped to an attractive mark and made the frame in a couple of hurdles at Les Landes earlier this year Visor reapplied on debut for new yard and is one to consider TFRHHHHH BHA91
8 JUKEBOX ANNIE (IRE) (7) 140-506 C
Br Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Ismane (FR) Mr Jack Stenhouse (7) J
O Mrs C. Hitch Claire Hitch, Watchet T
B J. F. C. Maxwell
TIMEFORMVIEWOff the mark over hurdles at the second attempt in novice at this course (16.5f) on last season’s return. Hasn’t built on that effort since, though, down the field on return from a break at Wincanton last week. TFRHHIII BHA85 (-2)
9 MAN OH MAN (IRE) (37) 0PPP/P-6 6 10-9
Br B g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Kitty Flem (IRE) Bryan Carver J
O little acres racing
B T. Fleming
Dean Summersby, Kellacott T
TIMEFORMVIEW Started out for new yard last month but little signs of improvement. Needs to show more here. TFRHHIII BHA81
10 JACKSON’S BAY (IRE) (69) 0545-P3 4 10-7
Br Ch g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Echo River (USA)
Ellis Collier (5) J
O Mr R. E. R. Williams Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Louis Kennedy
TIMEFORMVIEW Showed benefit of return effort when creditable third of 6 in handicap hurdle at Newton Abbot (16.8f, soft) 69 days ago, albeit having run of race. Claims if building on that. TFRHHHII BHA80
11 PRAIRIE QUEEN (GB) (16) 2-FP534 5 10-2
Br Br m Eastern Anthem (IRE) - Lupa Montana (USA)
O Clear Racing & Partner
Sean Houlihan J
Susan Gardner, Longdown T
B Ashbrittle Stud Clear Financial Advice Ltd, Woodhayes Stud S
TIMEFORMVIEW Still looking for first success but posted another creditable effort when fourth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Huntingdon (20.7f, good to soft, 15/2) 16 days ago. Others preferred for win purposes, however TFRHHHII BHA74
12 SAWPIT SIENNA (GB) (29) 65323-5 C
Br B m Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Sawpit Supreme Brendan Powell J
O Mr David A. Hunt Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T
B D. A. Hunt and A. T. Huckfield
Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner early in 2024 who likely needed the run when last of 5 in handicap hurdle at Fakenham (20f, good to soft, 7/2) 29 days ago. Blinkers back on. Not out of things. 1lb out of the weights. TFRHHHII BHA73
13 POET’S REFLECTION (IRE) (20) 00/PU-PP CD
Br B m Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Lola’s Reflection James Best J
O Mrs S. Livesey-Van Dorst
B Dermot Walsh
Linda Blackford, Tiverton T
Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW Just the 1 win from 30 career starts and is easy to oppose after a poor effort at Exeter 20 days ago. 6lb out of the weights TFRHIIII BHA68
14 SHE’S A WOMAN (GB) (10) 6F0PP5
Br B m Bollin Eric - Maid Of Tuscany (IRE) Miss Megan Bevan (7) J
O Mr John Christopher Drake Ella Pickard, Taunton T
B Philip King
TIMEFORMVIEWOffered little in bumpers or over hurdles, including on Leicester handicap debut latest Can only be watched from 12lb out of the weights. TFRHIIII BHA62
15 GIGILOU (FR) (22) 60UP 4 10-2
Br B g Racinger (FR) - Stoa (IRE)
O Mr N. J. Hawke
Conor O’Farrell J
Nigel Hawke, Tiverton T
B Jean-Louis Dehez & Gisele Dehez Junction 24 Ltd, Burlybed S
TIMEFORMVIEWHasn’t shown much in a bumper/3 hurdles this season and goes handicapping from a long way out of the weights here. TFRHHIII BHA61
DECLARED RUNNERS 15
2024: UGO BINGO (FR) 5 11 2 Jonathan Burke 18-1 (Anthony Charlton) 15 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Hood worn by No. 5, 14. Visor worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 11. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.
Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Bigz Belief (IRE), 7-1 Bashful Boy (IRE), 8-1 Oakley’s Way (IRE), 12-1 Man of The Sea (IRE), Prairie Diamond (IRE), Jackson’s Bay (IRE), Prairie Queen (GB), Sawpit Sienna (GB), 14-1 Portetta (IRE), 20-1 Gigilou (FR), 22-1 Rapid Mission (GB), Jukebox Annie (IRE), 28-1 Man Oh Man (IRE), 50-1 She’s A Woman (GB), 80-1 Poet’s Reflection (IRE) PLAY SMARTER
BIGZ BELIEF starts out with Fergal O’Brien off an appealing mark and could be the way to go here. Bashful Boy and Oakley’s Way are also of interest.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BIGZ BELIEF (IRE) 2.BASHFUL BOY (IRE) 3.OAKLEY’S WAY (IRE) The Result 1st2nd Distance 3rd 4th Time
Sixth Race 3.22
The Mike Trickey And Geoff White Memorial Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 5)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £11300
Owners Prize Money 1st £4564, 2nd £2281, 3rd £1141, 4th £571, 5th £285. (Penalty Value £5967.53) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
Race Description
This is a two miles and two furlongs handicap steeple chase for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 100. Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 7lb.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 GORE POINT (GB) (43) 212534 D
Br B g Order of St George (IRE) - Preveza (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies J
O Mr M. W. Pendarves Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T
B Porlock Vale Stud geegeez.co.uk S
TIMEFORMVIEW Scored twice over hurdles at Newton Abbot in the summer and did too much too soon when fourth in handicap chase at Worcester (16.5f, good to soft) 43 days ago. One to consider
2 BEGIN THE LUCK (IRE) (7) 02-6022 9 11-13
Br B g Le Fou (IRE) - Bobsyourdad (IRE)
Robbie David (7) J
O Miss Daisy Hitchins Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne T
B Edward Burns
TIMEFORMVIEWRefitted with cheekpieces when a good second of 8 in handicap chase at Wincanton (20.2f, good) 7 days ago Expected to be bang there off an unchanged mark with headgear again sported.TFRHHHHH BHA96 (-1)
3 FAMOSO (IRE) (24) 2-640P0 9 11-10
Br B g Fame And Glory - Mucho Macabi (IRE)
Stan Sheppard J
O The Evron Experience Matt Sheppard, Ledbury T
B Sweetmans Bloodstock
TIMEFORMVIEWYet to fire this season and he came in only seventh of 12 in 2m Hereford handicap chase 24 days ago. Others appeal more. TFRHHIII BHA93
4 KING OF THE STORY (IRE) (38) 411P1P 9 11-8
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Episodique (IRE)
O Hollingsworth, Drewett, Fox & Porter
B Cathal Ennis
Harry Cobden J
Polly Gundry, Ottery St Mary T
Polly Gundry Training S
TIMEFORMVIEW Gained a third 2m4f chase win this season at Warwick in September but pulled up in handicap chase at Plumpton (19.8f, soft) 38 days ago when let down by his jumping. Has a bit to prove now TFRHHIII BHA91
5 GERARD MENTOR (FR) (24) 663523
Br B g Policy Maker (IRE) - Trephine du Sulon (FR) Ciaran Gethings J
O Garrett, Meacham & Woodhall
B Vincent Le Roy et al
Kim Bailey & Mat Nicholls, Cheltenham T
Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWQuirky sort but he comes here in good nick, third of 12 in handicap chase at Hereford (16f, good) 24 days ago Can make his presence felt again. TFRHHHII BHA82
6 FOX WALLACE (IRE) (94) 15024P 7 10-12
Br B m Mahler - Bob Robin (IRE)
Miss Megan Bevan (7) J
O Mr John Christopher Drake Ella Pickard, Taunton T
B Terence Leonard
TIMEFORMVIEWScored at Stratford in May but had a wind op before being pulled up in 2m1f handicap chase at Cartmel in August. Needs to get back on track.
7 CHIEF O’HARA (IRE) (8) 0P-1P06
Br Ch g Doyen (IRE) - Folly Dat (IRE)
O Mr & Mrs A. J. Mutch
B Mr J. J. Taylor
TFRHHHII BHA81
Richard Patrick J
Matt Sheppard, Ledbury T
TIMEFORMVIEWEx-Irish maiden hurdler/chaser who could never land a blow dropped to 2m when sixth of 8 in handicap chase at Warwick (16.2f, soft) 8 days ago. Others appeal more at these weights. TFRHHIII BHA78 (-2)
8 FORGET YOU NOT (FR) (24) 5/066-r0 10 10-2
Br Ch g Smadoun (FR) - Baby Sitter (FR) James Best J
O Mr Richard Charles Dodson Jackie du Plessis, Saltash T
B GAEC Leviau
TIMEFORMVIEWCame in eighth of 12 in handicap chase at Hereford (16f, good) 24 days ago. Easy to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA71
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
2024: MY ROCKSTAR (IRE) 8 10 4 Ben Godfrey 20-1 (Helen Rees) 13 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4, 6, 8. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 8.
Stewards Note:
KING OF THE STORY: Following its run on 20/10/2025 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Begin The Luck (IRE), 7-2 Gerard Mentor (FR), 4-1 Gore Point (GB), 9-1 Famoso (IRE), King of The Story (IRE), 20-1 Chief O’Hara (IRE), 22-1 Fox Wallace (IRE), 25-1 Forget You Not (FR)
A number of these arrive with a question mark against them so this looks a good opportunity for BEGIN THE LUCK to go one better than his good recent Wincanton second and end a losing run. Gore Point wasn’t seen to ideal effect when fourth at Worcester last time and rates the main danger ahead of Gerard Mentor
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Seventh Race 3.52
The South West Rail Solutions Ltd Open National Hunt
Flat Race (Class 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB Race)
for four and five yrs old x Total prize fund £4999
Owners Prize Money 1st £2019, 2nd £1009, 3rd £505, 4th £252, 5th £126. (Penalty Value £2639.97)
Race Description
As the title suggests, a National Hunt Flat Race or ‘bumper’ as they are more commonly referred, is a race that takes place without any fences or hurdles. Designed for young horses that, it is presumed, will go jumping in time; only debutantes or horses that have run in this type of race, or an Irish or French equivalent, are qualified to run. If they have previously run on the flat or in hurdle races or steeplechases (except for point-to-points), they are barred from entry This particular contest is restricted to horses aged four and five and will be run over two miles and half a furlong.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 ARMS PARK (GB) (67) 2
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Sparron Hawk (FR) Harry Cobden J
O Mr W Phillip Evans Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Mr D. A. Rees-Jones
TIMEFORMVIEWHalf-brotherto4winnersandpulledclearoftherestwhenchasinghometheodds-onwinnerondebutinaPlumptonbumper(17.8f,goodtofirm)inSeptember
That form is nothing to write home about, but he has to enter calculations with that experience to draw upon and Harry Cobden booked. TFR
2 CANTY’S COVE (IRE) (242) 2P- 4
Br Ch g Crystal Ocean - Miss Fleming Gavin Sheehan J
O Mr G. Firmager Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
B Mrs Deborah Hobson BetVictor S
TIMEFORMVIEW Out of a bumper winner and finished second on sole completed start between the flags in February Hails from a yard in terrific form and it will be interesting to see how he shapes up in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 DEVON PAIGE (GB) (-) 5 11-2
Br B g Dartmouth - Queens Bay Baptiste Le Clerc J
O Mr J. D. Frost Jimmy Frost, Buckfastleigh T
B Miss B. Frost A S Trade Car Sales S
TIMEFORMVIEW Dartmouth gelding out of a bumper/2m hurdle winner who stayed 25f. Yard rarely strikes with newcomers and he’s probably best watched this time. TFRHIIII BHA-
4 LORD VIRGINIA (FR) (36) 4-0
4 11-2
Br B g Walzertakt (GER) - Virginia Bella (FR) Beau Morgan (5) J
O Martin Keighley Racing Partnership 17 Martin Keighley, Cheltenham T
B Mr Pascal Noue & Mme Valerie Lutz FBC Manby Bowdler S
TIMEFORMVIEW Offered something to work on in Newton Abbot bumper in April, but he failed to build on that when returning from a break at Worcester last month. TFRHHIII BHA-
5 LOUIS DES LANDES (FR) (-) 4 11-2
Br Ch g Voiladenuo (FR) - Grandchampenoise (FR) Brendan Powell J
O John and Heather Snook Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T
B Dominique & Martine Bourgeais Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW€22,000 3-y-o, Voiladenuo gelding. Brother to a winner, and half-brother to French 2m hurdle winner Magique des Landes and hurdle/chase winner in France Grand des Landes. In-form yard saddled a winning newcomer in a bumper at Ascot last week and this one needs close attention in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA-
6 MAD WORLD (IRE) (-) 5 11-2
Br B g Pillar Coral - Royal Robin (IRE) Freddie Mitchell (5) J
O Mark & Maria Adams Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B Edmond Kent KM Elite Products Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Pillar Coral gelding. Half-brother to fairly useful staying chaser Houston Texas. Dam winning pointer It’s likely that he will need more time and distance if pedigree is any guide. Hooded. TFRHIIII BHA-
7 NO HARD FEELINGS (IRE) (33) 46-55 5 11-2
Br B g Pillar Coral - Getademon (IRE) Paddy Hanlon (5) J
O John Joseph Hanlon
B Greg & Marie Rossiter
John Joseph Hanlon, Ireland T
TIMEFORMVIEWNo real impact in a handful of maiden points and this Irish raider will need to step up markedly if he’s to make a winning start under Rules with a hood enlisted here TFRHIIII BHA-
8 RELIGOUS CROSS (GB) (256) 1- 5 11-2
Br B g Passing Glance - Barton Heather Conor O’Farrell J
O Chris Tory Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T
B Stour Valley Thoroughbreds
TIMEFORMVIEW Half-brother to fair hurdler Badbury Rings and did the job well when landing his sole start in maiden points during the spring. Appealing credentials and the market should be a guide in terms of expectations. TFRHHHHI BHA-
9 TENSHILLINGS (GB) (-) 4
Br B g Joshua Tree (IRE) - Penny Piece (IRE)
O Mr D. V. Gardner
Ciaran O’Shea (7) J
Susan Gardner, Longdown T
B Linda Blackford & Mike Vanstone Woodhayes Stud S
TIMEFORMVIEW Very limited appeal on paper and it’s easy enough to look elsewhere. TFRHIIII BHA-
10 FOUR DECADES (GB) (73) 6
Br Ch f Linda’s Lad - Lady Samantha
Miss Gina Andrews J
O Eventmasters Racing Tom Ellis, Rugby T
B Mr David Redvers Eventmasters Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWHalf-sister to fairly useful hurdler/smart chaser Before Midnight, but yard doesn’t enjoy a great deal of success in bumpers and this filly was beaten a fair way in one on debut at Worcester TFRHIIII BHA-
11 NO RISK TODAY (FR) (292) 1-
Br B m No Risk At All (FR) - Lilli Star (FR)
5 10-9
Jonathan Burke J
O Mr Clarence Bennie Robinson Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Mr Bernard Bolt BresBet S
TIMEFORMVIEWFetched £100,000 after running out a decisive winner of her sole start in Irish points in February Since undergone a wind op and very much of interest on Rules debut for respected yard. TFRHHHHH BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
2024: DOCTOR BLUE (FR) 4 10 13 Dylan Johnston 5-4 (Sam Thomas) 8 ran
Hood worn first time by No. 6, 7. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 3, 5, 6, 9.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 11. Stewards Note: LORD VIRGINIA: Following its run on 22/10/2025 it was reported that the horse ran green.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 No Risk Today (FR), 4-1 Religous Cross (GB), 9-2 Arms Park (GB), 11-2 Louis des Landes (FR), 7-1 Canty’s Cove (IRE), 25-1 Lord Virginia (FR), 40-1 Four Decades (GB), 50-1 No Hard Feelings (IRE), 66-1 Devon Paige (GB), Mad World (IRE), 150-1 Tenshillings (GB)
NO RISK TODAY and Religous Cross both looked like decent prospects when winning maiden points earlier this year and they could be the pair to concentrate on. Marginal preference is for the former, who was a seven-length winner of sole start between the flags. Louis Des Landes is an interesting newcomer who needs a close look in the betting, while Canty’s Cove showed ability on the first of his two starts in points and is also respected, along with Arms Park. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.NO RISK TODAY (FR) 2.RELIGOUS CROSS 3.LOUIS DES LANDES (FR)
PLAY SMARTER
Race 1 12.40 2m 7f
1 Island Run (GB) 12-0
2 Belgarum (IRE) 12-0
3 Tropical Speed (IRE) 11-12
4 San Pedro (IRE) 11-11
5 Malago Rose (IRE) 11-9
6 Jour d’Orage (FR) 10-11
Race 2 1.15 2m 4f
1 Rip Wheeler (IRE) 12-0
2 Moor End (IRE) 11-10
3 Highway Hero (GB) 10-9
4 Ultra Viers (IRE) 10-6
5 Millies Mite (IRE) 10-4
6 Constant Friday (IRE) 10-4
LINGFIELD PARK
Race 3 1.50 2m 3f 110y
1 Afancy Getaway (IRE) 11-2
2 Broomfield Aderra (IRE) 11-2
3 Izakaya (GER) 11-2
4 Magneticattraction (IRE)11-2
5 Sea Presenting (IRE) 11-2
6 Silver Snaffles (IRE) 11-2
7 Barafundle Bay (GB) 11-1
8 Ephyra (GB) 11-1
Race 4 2.25 2m 4f
1 Vanderpoel (IRE) 11-10
2 Blue Las (GB) 11-8
3 Tintintin (FR) 11-5
4 Gold In The Rivers (IRE) 11-0
5 Noble Park (IRE) 10-10
6 Lylian (FR) 10-9
Race 5 3.00 2m
1 Dutch Corner (IRE) 11-0
2 Mondo Man (GB) 11-0
3 Mossy Fen Road (IRE) 11-0
4 Reteti (GB) 11-0
5 Somkiyr (FR) 11-0
Race 6 3.33 2m 3f 110y
1 Defi Nonantais (FR) 11-12
2 Itaintmebabe (IRE) 11-8
3 Dartmouth Rose (GB) 11-8
4 Dreamweaver (IRE) 11-7
5 Ballybay (IRE) 11-6
6 Getaway With You (GB)10-10
7 Simon The Seagull (GB) 10-8
8 Engaging Sam (GB) 10-8
9 Court One (IRE) 10-5
Race 1 12.25 2m 4f
1 Ridin Solo (IRE) 12-0
2 Merry Monty (GB) 11-3
3 Girls Best Friend (IRE) 10-11
4 River Run Free (IRE) 10-10
5 Nedzor (IRE) 10-9
6 Nine Nine Nine (GB) 10-9
Race 2 12.55 1m 7f 168y
1 And She Was (GB) 11-0
2 Best Women (IRE) 11-0
3 Karlita Desbois (FR) 11-0
4 Khrisma (FR) 11-0
5 Neeps And Tatties (GB) 11-0
6 Pearl Smoke (GB) 11-0
7 Shesonnet (IRE) 11-0
8 Skittles Be Lucky (GB) 11-0
UTTOXETER
Race 3 1.30 2m 7f 70y
1 Vaguely Royal (IRE) 11-12
2 Double Click (IRE) 11-12
3 Kaituna River (IRE) 11-11
4 Pike Road (GB) 11-11
5 Pertemps Diamond (GB) 11-10
6 Monsieur Le Fuzz (FR) 11-2
7 Johnny Boy (FR) 11-2
Race 4 2.05 3m 2f 13y
1 Holokea (IRE) 12-2
2 Howaya Now (IRE) 12-1
3 Betterforeveryone (GB) 12-0
4 Night Duty (IRE) 11-11
5 Paper Mill (GB) 11-6
6 Good Work (FR) 11-4
7 Jo Lescribaa (FR) 11-3
8 Bampton Star (GB) 10-12
Race 5 2.40 3m 10y
1 Flintara (GB) 12-0
2 Innisfree Lass (IRE) 11-13
3 Fortunefavorsdbold (IRE) 11-12
4 Fortune Dancer (IRE) 11-3
5 Ginderella (IRE) 10-6
6 Damekap (FR) 10-2
Race 6 3.15 1m 7f 168y
1 Hidol du Livet (FR) 12-0
2 Soldier’s Leap (IRE) 11-12
3 L’Allier (FR) 11-12
4 Justlikefire (GB) 11-10
5 Port Or Starboard (IRE) 11-7
6 Whispering Royal (IRE) 11-0
7 Jeepydoff Meel (FR) 10-5
8 Talap (GB) 10-2
9 Solway Staree (GB) 10-2
First Race 12.35 - THE SOUTH WEST RAIL SOLUTIONS LTD ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4955 to the winning horse The second to receive £2282, the third £1141 and the fourth £571 for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races Enter by noon, November 21st and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 25th Weights: 11st each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize will be presented to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in the race 12 entries at £45. - Closed November 21st, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3797; Second £1899; Third £949; Fourth £475. (Penalty Value £4955.32)
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Second Race 1.05 - THE LIZ BISHOP DUNTISH STUD MEMORIAL NOVICES’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, November 21st and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 25th Penalties, after November 15th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb A memento will be presented to the winning owner In addition, a £50 cash prize will be presented to the groom of the best turned out horse in the race 13 entries at £45. - Closed November 21st, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)
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Third Race 1.40 - THE TRUCKSMITH LOLOADER NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7023 to the winning horse The second to receive £3231, the third £1615, the fourth £808 and the fifth £402. for novice four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £66 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £13 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £53 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 25th Penalties, after November 15th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb A memento will be presented to the winning owner In addition, a £50 cash prize will be presented to the groom of the best turned out horse in the race 13 entries, 1 at £13 and 12 at £66. - Closed November 21st, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £5372; Second £2685; Third £1343; Fourth £672; Fifth £335. (Penalty Value £7023.73)
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Fourth Race 2.15 - THE TRUCKSMITH 40TH ANNIVERSARY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5545 to the winning horse The second to receive £2551, the third £1275, the fourth £638 and the fifth £318 for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £52 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £42 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 25th Penalties, after November 15th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb A memento will be presented to the winning owner In addition, a £50 cash prize will be presented to the groom of the best turned out horse in the race 15 entries at £52. - Closed November 21st, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4241; Second £2120; Third £1061; Fourth £530; Fifth £265. (Penalty Value £5545.05)
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Fifth Race 2.50 - THE ELIZABETH TREBBLE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, November 21st and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 25th Penalties, after November 15th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb A memento will be presented to the winning owner In addition, a £50 cash prize will be presented to the groom of the best turned out horse in the race 26 entries at £45. - Closed November 21st, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)
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Sixth Race 3.22 - THE MIKE TRICKEY AND GEOFF WHITE MEMORIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5967 to the winning horse The second to receive £2745, the third £1372, the fourth £687 and the fifth £342. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, November 21st and pay £56 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 25th Penalties, after November 15th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb The TRICKEY & WHITE families have sponsored this race and will present a memento and a challenge trophy to the winning owner (to be returned by 1st November 2026). In addition, a £50 cash prize will be awarded to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse in the race 16 entries at £56. - Closed November 21st, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4564; Second £2281; Third £1141; Fourth £571; Fifth £285. (Penalty Value £5967.53) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
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Seventh Race 3.52 - THE SOUTH WEST RAIL SOLUTIONS LTD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2639 to the winning horse The second to receive £1214, the third £607, the fourth £303 and the fifth £151 for four and five yrs old only, which have not run under any recognised Rules of Racing, except National Hunt Flat races, Irish National Hunt Flat races or French AQPS Flat races Enter by noon, November 21st and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. November 25th Weights: 11st 2lb each Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner. In addition, a £50 cash prize will be presented to the groom of the best turned out horse in the race 24 entries at £24. - Closed November 21st, 2025 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2019; Second £1009; Third £505; Fourth £252; Fifth £126. (Penalty Value £2639.97)
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In 2025 Peter Dunlop ran 12 full official marathons for Pancreatic Cancer UK in memory of his mum, Jane Dunlop. She was an amazing woman who like so many was taken away from us far too early by this unforgiving cancer.
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