The William Hill Racing Price Boosts Juvenile Hurdle Race (Class 4) (Go North Night Nurse Series Qualifier) (GBB Race)
for juvenile four yrs old x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 12 Owners Prize Money 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): O Murphy (33 wins from 122 runners, 27%) runs MY KINDA GHAIY
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (8 wins from 30 runners, 27%) runs MY KINDA GHAIY
Longest Traveller: CLOAKS OF GOLD trained by M Comley, Sutton Veny, 246 miles.
1 KLYCOT (FR) (26) 412 11-7
Br Gr g The Grey Gatsby (IRE) - Queen Bubble (IRE) Harry Bannister J
O Les amis de Cedric Richard Bandey, Kingsclere T
B Mr Jean-Claude Seroul Brackenwood Windows Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner on Flat in France who was built on his encouraging hurdle debut fourth when seeing off 3 rivals at Exeter last month. Pitched into a deeper race and better form when second of 5 in Grade 2 (albeit a weak one) 4 weeks ago. Sets the standard back in class. TFRHHHHH BHA120
2 VIVRE LE REVE (GB) (61) 1 11-7
Br B g Pether’s Moon (IRE) - Solojorie (FR) Ben Jones J
O Burns, P & M Morrall, Stokes & Wicks Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B Yorton Farm Stud Fitzdares S
TIMEFORM VIEW Brother to fair 17f hurdle winner Solomoon. Dam (h111), ran 3 times over hurdles, useful 1 1/2m winner on Flat in France. Won 6-runner juvenile hurdle at Lyon Parilly on debut by 2 lengths from Sundays Child. Left Hugo Merienne £100,000 later in November and likely to improve for new yard. TFRHHHHI BHA-
3 ASHDOWN FOREST (IRE) (21) 60 11-0
Br B g Camelot - Fuaigh Mor (IRE) Sean Quinlan J
O Caron & Paul Chapman Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn T
B Ruskerne Ltd Jedd O’Keeffe Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat for Ed Walker Weakened into a well-held sixth on Doncaster hurdle debut 3 weeks ago but went off a short-priced favourite so a good deal better was seemingly expected. Blinkers on and again too free at Musselburgh. TFRHHIII BHA-
4 CANAVAN (IRE) (21) 06 11-0
Br B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Nordkappe (GER) Gregor Walkingshaw (10) J
O Lycett Racing Ltd & Mr J Scott Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Nordkappe Partnership Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat. Left low-key hurdles debut behind when sixth at Musselburgh 3 weeks ago but he was never really a factor TFRHHHII BHA-
5 CAPTAIN CONNOR (FR) (37) 34 11-0
Br Gr g Brave Mansonnien (FR) - Darling Point (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J
O Mr Chris Housego Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Beswick Brothers Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed plenty to work on when 8 lengths third of 9 in Huntingdon bumper (soft) on debut in November but limited short-term promise switched to hurdling a month later TFRHHIII BHA-
6 CLOAKS OF GOLD (IRE) (42) 1 D 11-0
Br B f Cracksman - Suba (USA) David Bass J
O Mr T. Slater Max Comley, Sutton Veny T
B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dam half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stayed 25f) Mubrook. Fair maiden on Flat (stays 13.5f) for David Evans and defied greenness when landing 5-runner juvenile hurdle at Warwick last month. That wasn’t a strong race but she can still make her presence felt. TFRHHHII BHA-
BR Breeding J Jockey O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m
7 DONTELIMURNAMEPIKE (GB) (41) r5 11-0
Br Ch g Masar (IRE) - Favorite Girl (GER) Ryan Mania J
O Mr Terry Pryke Ruth Jefferson, Malton T
B Pryke Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a fairly useful hurdler but ran out on hurdles debut in November and didn’t show much more when completing 3 weeks later TFRHHIII BHA-
8 GLENRIDDING (GB) (21) 05 11-0
Br Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Eminently Callum Bewley J
O Mr A. C. Whillans Ewan Whillans, Hawick T
B Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner for Daniel & Claire Kubler Showed more than on hurdles debut when fifth at Musselburgh on New Year’s Day but needs to step forward again.
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9 KNIGHTON (GB) (41) 0 11-0
Br B g Farhh - Haydn’s Lass
Toby Wynne J
O Lord Vestey Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Whatton Manor Stud Dodson & Horrell Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed plenty of ability despite obvious inexperience when runner-up in 4-runner novice on the Flat at Ripon in September Out of a half sister to a useful hurdler but didn’t know what was required when well held sent hurdling last month. Hood may help him settle. TFRHHIII BHA-
10 MY KINDA GHAIY (IRE) (23) 2 11-0
Br B g Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Mamonta Sean Bowen J
O Mr Alan Peterson Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Mabaki Investments Coral Racing Limited, Betano S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat (should stay beyond 1m) for Hugo Palmer Half-brother to fairly useful hurdler Courage and showed plenty to work on when second of 11 on hurdles debut at Taunton 3 weeks ago. Expected to build on that. TFRHHHHI BHA11 TREASURE ISLANDS (GB) (87) 11-0
Br B g Kingman - Wuheida Tom Midgley (3) J
O Mr M. J. Macleod Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Godolphin Baker Finch Interiors, Leods Contracts Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in 2 minor events on Flat. TFRHHIII BHA-
12 TWILIGHT SAFARI (GB) (26) 0 11-0
Br B g Mohaather - Handana (IRE) Brian Hughes J
O M.H.O.G Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Wilgerbosdrift (UK) Ltd Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dam half-sister to fairly useful hurdler (stayed 3m) Handazan. Fair maiden on Flat (should stay 1 1/2m) for Harry Eustace and shaped as though in need of the run on last month’s C&D hurdles debut. Hooded. TFRHIIII BHA-
Colours No Horse st-lb
Colours No Horse st-lb
2025: MELON (GER) 4 11 7 Henry Brooke 4-1 (Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero) 8 ran
Hood worn first time by No. 9, 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.
Stewards Note:
KNIGHTON: Following its run on 12/12/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too freely
THE TIMEFORM VIEW KLYCOT continued his theme of race-by-race progress when second in a Grade 2 at Chepstow a month ago and back in a conventional juvenile, he can regain the winning thread. My Kinda Ghaiy and Vivre le Reve are potential improvers for their successful yards and look the chief threats.
GBB RACE
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of 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 the HBLB.
H.B.L.B PRIZE MONEY
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £244,605 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 1st January to 27th March 2026
HORSE WELFARE
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SECOND RACE 12.50
The Bowel Cancer Screening Programme Saves Lives EBF
for novice four, five, six and seven yrs old x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 12 Owners Prize Money 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): S J Smith (17 wins from 177 runners, 10%) runs JUNGLE JET
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): B Pauling (6 wins from 30 runners, 20%) runs STARMOUNT
Longest Traveller: HOURMAN trained by L Russell & M Scudamore, Kinross, 216 miles.
1 KAKA’S COUSIN (IRE) (25) F2-1 6 11-8
Br B g Mahler - Dancing Baloo (IRE) Kevin Brogan J
O Dan Walker Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Stephanie Hanly Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW 6-figure buy after finishing second in an Irish point who justified short odds starting out under Rules when impressively landing 6-runner maiden hurdle at Catterick (19.3f) 25 days ago, running green before asserting before last. Looks sure to progress and definite claims under a penalty TFRHHHHI BHA-
2 STARMOUNT (IRE) (27) F1-14 CD 6 11-8
Br B g Mount Nelson - Sparky May Ben Jones J
O Dineen, King, Stokes & Wicks Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B Ruxley Holdings Ltd Fitzdares S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on completed start in points and perfect start under Rules when landing a C&D novice under hands and heels riding at the start of last month. Serious error did him no favours when fourth in Aintree Grade 1 on Boxing Day and expected to play a lead role back in calmer waters. TFRHHHHH BHA123
3 BOGHA BAISTE (IRE) (62) D0 5 11-2
Br Ch g Getaway (GER) - Accordingtoeileen (IRE) Sean Quinlan J
O A Lee, J Matterson, D Mullen & Partner Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B Mrs M. Curran Bolton Mill Holiday Park S
TIMEFORM VIEW Getaway gelding who has looked a work in progress in a couple of bumpers 5 months apart, still showing greenness starting out for new yard when seventh of 12 in bumper at Catterick (15.7f, good, 66/1) 62 days ago. Likely best watched now hurdling. TFRHHIII BHA-
4 HOURMAN (FR) (103) 4 5 11-2
Br Ch g Masked Marvel - Next Dream (FR) Derek Fox J
O Sue Howell Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B S.C.E.A. Ecurie La Grugerie et al Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Masked Marvel gelding who finished a close fourth of 5 in a Hexham bumper (16.2f) on debut back in October, held only late on in a race run at a crawl. Certainly bred to have a future in this sphere but he may have to settle for a minor role on this occasion. TFRHHHII BHA-
5 JE MR DAWSON (FR) (39) 6-06 7 11-2
Br B g Gris de Gris (IRE) - Soft Drink (FR) Ross Chapman J
O Mrs Julie Lloyd Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Mr Herve D’Armaille et al Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has merely hinted at ability in bumper/pair of novice hurdle runs to date and low-grade handicaps promise to be more his thing moving forward. Tongue strap on 1st time.
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6 JOHNNY TWO JETS (IRE) (20) 00 5 11-2
Br B g Ocovango - Havnt Time (IRE) Toby Wynne J
O Mr R. Michael Smith R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Mr B. Richardson
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m
7 JUNGLE JET (IRE) (315) PP53/36- 7 11-2
Br B g Jet Away - Terrified Typist (IRE) Danny McMenamin J
O Mrs S. Smith Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Arctic Tack Stud Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in Irish point but he looked a likely longer-term project under Rules when tailed-off sixth of 7 in a Hexham maiden (16.2f) 10 months ago. Undergone wind surgery ahead of return and this promises to reveal more.
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8 KNOCKERANNA ROSE (IRE) (24) 5-4266 6 11-2
Br Gr g Cloudings (IRE) - Toarmandowithlove (IRE) Conor Rabbitt (3) J
O Ladies That Race Susan Corbett, Otterburn T
B Miss R. Enright Finnies Heavy Haulage S
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped like a stayer in bumpers and similar story in 2 hurdle runs, unsuited by the drop in trip when sixth of 11 in a Kelso maiden (16.2f) 24 days ago. Another likely type for handicaps on the back of this. TFRHHIII BHA-
9 LARGY MEADOW (IRE) (20) 20 6 11-2
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Ballinahow Star (IRE) Ben Smith (7) J
O Mr R. Michael Smith R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Largy Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a 2m-3m hurdle winner and didn’t shape at all badly when chasing home a useful-looking type on debut/sole start for Stuart Crawford in a Ballinrobe bumper last summer Too free when down the field on yard/hurdles bow at Ayr (2m) 3 weeks ago, though. Hood on 1st time. TFRHHIII BHA-
10 LARISTOTE (FR) (59) F-3 BF 5 11-2
Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Aurore de Rouhet (FR) Brian Hughes J
O Mr WF Ainscough Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B V. Adenot & P. Adenot & F. Vannereux Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Held every chance when falling at the last in an Irish point early last year and whilst he couldn’t justify cramped odds, there was definite promise to glean from his third behind William Yeats on bumper debut at Sedgefield (16.8f) in November Interesting hurdles debutant. TFRHHHII BHA11 WILLIAM YEATS (GB) (24) 2-2156 5 11-2
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Dusky Legend Theo Gillard J O Sprayclad UK NE & LS Bloodstock Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Trull House Stud Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Easily landed a 5-runner bumper at Sedgefield (16.8f, soft) in November but seemingly being brought along gradually in this sphere, not unduly punished when sixth of 10 in a Kelso maiden (16.2f) 24 days ago. Likely improver further down the line. TFRHHHII BHA-
12 BIG LOVE (GB) (55) 44 4 10-3
Br B g Postponed (IRE) - Apalis (FR) Jamie Hamilton J
O Mr J Blackburn & Mr M McWilliams Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Mr J Blackburn Sheridan Ny Llp, Sheridan Ny Llp S
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TIMEFORM VIEW Beat just one rival home starting out in a bumper here last month and he fared no better when eleventh of 13 in novice hurdle at Ayr (16f, soft) on hurdles bow 20 days ago. Can only be watched.
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability only start in bumpers and did the same before finding himself derailed by an error when fourth of 6 in juvenile hurdle at Doncaster (16.6f, good to soft) on hurdles bow 55 days ago. In receipt of plenty of weight all round but he’s possibly one for handicaps. TFRHHHII BHA-
Colours No Horse Age st-lb
Colours No Horse
Age st-lb
2025: CHART TOPPER (FR) 6 11 8 Mr P W Mullins EVENS (W P Mullins) 10 ran Hood worn first time by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7. Stewards Note: JUNGLE JET: Following its run on 13/3/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-6 Starmount (IRE), 7-2 Kaka’s Cousin (IRE), 14-1 Hourman (FR), Laristote (FR), 22-1 William Yeats (GB), 25-1 Big Love (GB), 40-1 Jungle Jet (IRE), 50-1 Knockeranna Rose (IRE), 66-1 Bogha Baiste (IRE), Largy Meadow (IRE), 80-1 Je Mr Dawson (FR), 200-1 Johnny Two Jets (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Having made the perfect start when landing a C&D novice under hands and heels riding in December STARMOUNT ultimately found a bad mistake doing him no favours when fourth in Grade 1 company at Aintree on Boxing Day Remaining with potential, he can make amends back in calmer waters. Fellow penalised runner Kaka’s Cousin was a good winner at Catterick over Christmas and rates the lead threat. Hurdle debutants Hourman and Laristote are others worthy of a second look. TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
GBB RACE
THIRD RACE 1.20
The
William Hill
Handicap
Each Way Extra
Steeple Chase (Class 3) (GBB Race)
for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £15000 x Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money 1st £6059, 2nd £3029, 3rd £1515, 4th £758, 5th £378 (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 10lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): O Murphy (33 wins from 122 runners, 27%) runs PLEASINGTON Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (8 wins from 30 runners, 27%) runs PLEASINGTON
Weightwatcher: GENOIS won off a handicap mark of 127, his rating is now down 7lb to 120 Longest Traveller: WALK ON QUEST trained by L Russell & M Scudamore, Kinross, 216 miles.
1 PLEASINGTON (IRE) (24) 110-352 8 12-0
Br Br g Shantou (USA) - Bisoguet (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O McNeill Family & Stone Family Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Kenilworth House Stud Betano S
7 HELLO JUDGE (GB) (54) P12-110 10 11-7
Br B g Martaline - Oeuvre Vive (FR) Danny McMenamin J
O Mr Ian Hamilton Ann Hamilton, Newcastle Upon Tyne T
B Mrs Sally Noott Hamilton S
TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable sort who has resumed on the up with 2m4f handicap chase victories at Carlisle and Hexham this autumn. Failed to fire at Newcastle last time but given a break since.
TFRHHHHH BHA127
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning 2m hurdler who made a promising start in this sphere after 8 months off when close third here (15f). Quickly back on track when second at Newbury and worth another try at this trip.
2 JOHNSON’S BLUE (IRE) (20) 0/-02P00 9 12-0
Br B g Westerner - Annimation (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J
O Geoff Wilson and Cambridge Racing Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Mr J. P. Whelan Cambridge Bloodstock Ltd. S
TIMEFORM VIEW Eight-time winner over hurdles and left his reappearance run behind when only narrowly denied at Hexham In June. However, his subsequent efforts have been below-par, including back chasing 3 weeks ago. TFRHIIII BHA127
3 FINE CASTING (IRE) (36) 204-21P D 10 11-10
Br B g Shantou (USA) - Fine Fortune (IRE) Ben Jones J
O Mrs S. P. Davis Ben Pauling, Naunton T
B Hugh Hazzard Fitzdares S
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a deserved breakthrough victory back over fences at Bangor in November Clearly wasn’t 100% when well held at Newbury 5 weeks ago and type to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA123
4 DOYOUKNOWWHATIMEAN (GB) (34) 12-13P2 9 11-10
Br B g Martaline - Knar Mardy Jack Hogan J
O The Dabblers Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall T
B Exors of the Late Michael Lysaght Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW In fine form for Dan Skelton during the spring, winning at Chepstow and Worcester Positive start for this yard when going close at Uttoxeter, impressing with both his jumping and enthusiasm. Player TFRHHHHI BHA123
5 WALK ON QUEST (IRE) (42) 11P6-52 7 11-9
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Aure Antique (FR) Derek Fox J
O The Crick Girls Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Herine Bloodstock Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when switched to fences last season, completing a 4-timer at Kelso (21.6f, good to soft) in March. Ended the campaign with poor efforts at Uttoxeter/Perth but back to best when second at Newcastle last month. Not taken lightly TFRHHHHI BHA122
6 GENOIS (FR) (27) 4P06-51 CD 10 11-7
Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - La Rousseliere (FR) Benjamin Macey (7) J
O Mr John P. McManus Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Haras de La Rousseliere Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Justified support when taking advantage of a much-reduced mark over C&D 4 weeks ago. Well on top that day and remains on a handy mark but not sure to be in the same sort of form this time given his career record. TFRHHHHI BHA120
TFRHHHII BHA120 (-1)
8 NED TANNER (IRE) (23) 214-033 D 10 11-5
Br B g Milan - Rose Tanner (IRE) Sean Quinlan J
O Hands and Heels N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T
B John Mulcahy Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice a winner last season and back to that level when third at Haydock last month, every chance 3 out. May come on again and has dipped below last winning mark.
TFRHHHII BHA118
9 GERYVILLE (FR) (27) 25-5265 CD 10 11-2
Br B g Rail Link - Rosaville (FR) Brian Hughes J
O Mr R. M. Howard Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Thierry Cypres Effingham Steel Services Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained second C&D win in this race 12 months ago off 2lb higher but given his running only twice since, brushed aside here on Boxing Day TFRHHIII BHA115
2025: GERYVILLE (FR) 9 10 8 Conor O’Farrell 12-1 (Micky Hammond) 8 ran Blinkers worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 7, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 8.
Stewards Note: FINE CASTING: Following its run on 17/12/2025 it was reported that the jockey felt something amiss. HELLO JUDGE: Following its run on 29/11/2025 it was reported that the horse did not jump fluently
PROBABLE S.P.’s 9-2 Pleasington (IRE), 5-1 Genois (FR), 11-2 Doyouknowwhatimean (GB), 7-1 Fine Casting (IRE), Walk On Quest (IRE), Ned Tanner (IRE), 8-1 Hello Judge (GB), 22-1 Geryville (FR), 80-1 Johnson’s Blue (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW PLEASINGTON wasted no time getting back on track when second at Newbury despite being unsuited by the emphasis on speed back at 2m and has races in him over this sort of trip. Doyouknowwhatimean made a bright start for this yard when second at Uttoxeter and is another to consider, while Genois remains potentially well treated on old form having won over C&D under this rider last month.
GBB RACE
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of 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 the HBLB.
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FOURTH RACE 1.55
The William Hill Racing Bet Builder Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6000 x Declared Runners 16 Owners Prize Money 1st £2423, 2nd £1211, 3rd £606, 4th £303, 5th £151 (Penalty Value £3168.60)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): M Hammond (21 wins from 257 runners, 8%) runs TOBY TWO SCOOPS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Candlish (2 wins from 22 runners, 9%) runs REEL ROSIE
Weightwatcher: RULER LEGEND won off a handicap mark of 91, his rating is now down 5lb to 86
Longest Traveller: IONITY trained by E Williams, Llancarfan, 243 miles.
Colours No Horse
1 CARAMELO RAPIDO (IRE) (25) 0420-50 7 12-0
Br B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Capuccina (FR) Tom Midgley (3) J
O Mrs Sheree Tucker Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Cyril O’Hara Reflex Courier Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden and only ninth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Catterick (19.3f, good) 25 days ago. Needs to get back on track. TFRHHHII BHA100
2 FOREST BLAZE (GB) (20) 014-523 D 7 12-0
Br Br g Kapgarde (FR) - Ixora (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J
O M Blades, Craggs, Clark and Cambridge Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Greenlands Farm Stud Mark Walford Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives in good nick, third of 19 in handicap hurdle at Ayr (20.4f, soft) 20 days ago. This dual 2m4f scorer last term ought to be thereabouts with visor replacing cheekpieces. TFRHHHII BHA100
3 SWEEPER SYSTEM (IRE) (39) PU-3653 6 11-13
Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Presenting Marble (IRE) Tom Bellamy J
O Bostock Dunlevy McGuinness Bradshaw Sam Allwood, Whitchurch T
B Robert B. Hodgins Allwood Horse Transport S
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive sort who posted a very good third of 9 in novice hurdle at Southwell (15.8f, good to soft) 39 days ago. Goes up in trip for his handicap debut and must enter calculations. TFRHHHHI BHA99
4 SUSPECTED (IRE) (24) 1P54 6 11-12
Br B or Br g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Identity Parade (IRE) Bruce Lynn J
O Bowen & Morris N. W. Alexander, Kinneston T
B Parkville Stud Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a Uttoxeter bumper for Tom Symonds in May Best effort for current yard in this sphere when a very good fourth of 10 in novice at Kelso (16.2f, soft) 24 days ago. Should have more to offer still now venturing into handicaps. TFRHHHHI BHA98
5 REEL ROSIE (IRE) (77) 6-6F503 D 7 11-5
Br B m Highland Reel (IRE) - Lady Canford (IRE) William Shanahan (5) J
O The Reel Wheelers and Dealers Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Oldcourt Stud Equine Products UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Tried in tongue strap/cheekpieces for first time in this code when a creditable third of 10 in handicap at Sedgefield (21.2f, good to soft) in November Not dismissed after a break off a 3lb lower mark. TFRHHHII BHA91
6 IONITY (FR) (438) 502/133- D 7 11-3
Br B g Walzertakt (GER) - Quelle Famille (FR) Isabel Williams J
O IWEC Electrical Racing Evan Williams, Llancarfan T
B Mr Olivier Tricot
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark at Ffos Las in May 2024 but off for 14 months since a good third in 2m4f handicap there. Has his fitness to prove on his comeback run. TFRHHIII BHA89
BR Breeding J Jockey O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m 3f
7 KNACKER TRAPPER (IRE) (258) 500P5-5 D 8 11-1
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Present Line (IRE) Joe Williamson (3) J
O Mr Dave Carter Andrew Crook, Leyburn T
B G. T. Morrow Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on for 1st time when only fifth of 6 in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (20.6f) 8 months ago. Needs to hit the ground running on his return. TFRHHIII BHA87
8 RIVER RIDER (IRE) (41) 005-F0P 6 11-0
Br Ch g Ol’ Man River (IRE) - Gaye Flora Toby Wynne J
O On The Rocks Sam Allwood, Whitchurch T
B Mrs B. Cloney Allwood Horse Transport S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a bumper but he has made little impact in half-a-dozen attempts over hurdles. Hard to warm to with tongue tie added. TFRHHIII BHA86
9 RULER LEGEND (IRE) (42) 036-6F6 7 11-0
Br B g Camelot - Avenue Dargent (FR) Jack Hogan J
O Mrs J. A. Ashley Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall T
B Cocheteux-Tierno Roberto
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since early 2024 and only sixth of 8 in handicap hurdle at Newcastle (16.9f) 42 days ago on his final run for Declan Carroll. More is needed for his new handler TFRHHIII BHA86
10 ERIC CARMEN (IRE) (22) 3165-13 D 10 10-13
Br B g Fame And Glory - Cooper’s Joy (IRE) Benjamin Macey (7) J
O The Ed-Chester Partnership Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall T
B Patrick Doyle Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed from 9 months off with success at Uttoxeter in December and backed it up with a solid third of 12 in handicap hurdle there (15.8f, soft) 22 days ago. Enters calculations back up in trip. TFRHHHII BHA85
11 GOGUENARD (FR) (66) P442-06 CD 10 10-7
Br B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Ouchka (FR) Kielan Woods J
O D. J. Jeffreys D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green T
B Mr Herve Robert & Mrs Adeline De Vitton Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW On a long losing run but he looked rusty after 6 months off when sixth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Leicester (20.5f, soft) 66 days ago. Took this in 2024 too so not dismissed with cheekpieces back on.
TFRHHHII BHA79
12 TOBY TWO SCOOPS (GB) (27) 3323 4 10-7
Br B g Expert Eye - Maria Letizia Brian Hughes J
O Mr R. M. Howard Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Normandie Stud Ltd Effingham Steel Services Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains winless but he comes here in good nick, third of 11 in handicap hurdle here (16f, soft) 27 days ago. That form has been franked so he’s a likely player with this step up in trip also a plus.
TFRHHHHH BHA94
13 DIAMOND TRILOGY (IRE) (77) 0-6000 7 10-7
Br Br g Diamond Boy (FR) - For A While (IRE)
O Mr G. Critchley
Peter Kavanagh J
Dianne Sayer, Penrith T
B Denis Cusack Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Just modest form shown over hurdles and offered little sent chasing when eighth in 2m5f Sedgefield handicap in November Reverts to this sphere with more required.
TFRHHIII BHA79
14 WOR LAD (GB) (39) 00/0P5-3 6 10-6
Br B g Harbour Law - Wor Lass
O Dodds and Robinson
Sean Bowen J
Donald Whillans, Hawick T
B Mr A. J. Robinson & Les Dodds
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden hurdler who returned from 9 months off with a solid third of 10 on his handicap bow at Carlisle (17f, soft) 39 days ago. Enters calculations off the same mark.
TFRHHHII BHA78
15 MYTHICAL (FR) (239) 0PP0- 9 10-5
Br B g Camelot - Inchmina
O Mr Edward C. Wilkin
B S.A.S Clear Light
Harry Bannister J
Samantha & Jacqueline Coward, Dalby T
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TIMEFORM VIEW A one-time modest Flat winner but he showed little in 4 starts over hurdles for Simon Whitaker last term. Very hard to warm to for his new handler
16 PERFECT ARCH (IRE) (41) 564-463 9 10-2
Br B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Willow Beck
O The Loyals
B Lynn Lodge Stud
Danny McMenamin J
Simon West, Middleham T
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who has some respectable efforts to his name, but chances are he’ll again find one or two too good.
TFRHHHII BHA74
2025: AIRE SPRAY (IRE) 5 11 3 Tom Midgley 9-2 (Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith) 16 ran Visor worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Blinkers worn by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 10, 16 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 10, 11, 16
Stewards Note: DIAMOND TRILOGY: Following its run on 6/11/2025 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.MYTHICAL: Following its run on 28/5/2025 it was reported that the horse sustained an overreach.
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Not as competitive as the numbers suggest and TOBY TWO SCOOPS is fancied to gain a deserved breakthrough success with this step up in trip a positive and the form of his good third here having been boosted. Handicap debutants Suspected (second choice) and Sweeper System look to have more to offer and could prove the biggest threats, although Eric Carmen, Goguenard and Wor Lad need factoring in too.
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FIFTH RACE 2.30
The William Hill Racing Daily Winnings Boost Mares’ Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (Challenger Mares’ Chase Series Qualifier) (GBB Race)
for five yrs old and upwards mares x Total prize fund £9000 x Declared Runners 6 Owners Prize Money 1st £3635, 2nd £1817, 3rd £909, 4th £455, 5th £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90)
1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): M T Walford (15 wins from 132 runners, 11%) runs DONTYAWANTME Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): F O’Brien (7 wins from 32 runners, 22%) runs POLITACUS
Longest Traveller: MOUNTAIN MOLLY trained by L Russell & M Scudamore, Kinross, 216 miles.
1 POLITACUS (IRE) (34) 611/2-4P 8 12-2
Br B m Epaulette (AUS) - Santacus (IRE) Liam Harrison J
O Mr D. Shorey Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B M. Noonan & D. Noonan
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful bumper winner who landed pair of mares’ handicap hurdles at Huntington/Hereford in spring 2024, but hasn’t returned in the same heart, pulling up on chase debut at Uttoxeter (heavy) latest. Hurdles form would give her a chance but has a bit to prove second time up over fences. TFRHHHII BHA112
2 SHE IS FOR ME BOYS (GB) (40) 12-1110 D BF 7 12-0
Br B m Clovis du Berlais (FR) - Bet Davis (IRE) Gavin Sheehan J
O Mrs K. B. Gunn Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
B Miss S. J. Turner BetVictor S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful sole start in Points and progressive over hurdles. Impressive winning start over fences at Kempton (20.5f, good to soft) in November (third a next-time-out winner) but folded in better race at Cheltenham latest. Had a wind op since and she’s worth another chance with sights lowered. TFRHHHHH BHA110
3 MOUNTAIN MOLLY (IRE) (31) 5/53-120 7 11-12
Br B m Mount Nelson - Reynard’s Glen (IRE) Patrick Wadge J
O The Ormello Way & Russell Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Gareth Metcalfe Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 1-1 in Points and progressive over hurdles, going close on handicap bow at Kelso (20.2f) on latest hurdle start. Perhaps surprisingly didn’t shape with promise when last of 8 on chase debut at Musselburgh last month. Still early days but needs to leave that performance well behind. TFRHHIII BHA108
4 DONTYAWANTME (IRE) (42) 42100/-0 D 9 11-9
Br Ch m Getaway (GER) - Glory Queen (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J
O Cliff Stud & Alfa Site Services Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B M. O’Brien
TIMEFORM VIEW Dead-heated sole start in points. Fairly useful bumper winner and off the mark over hurdles in 19f Carlisle novice for Craig Lidster Lost her form for that yard but was entitled to need the run on reappearance/stable debut at Newcastle last month. Bred for chasing and market can guide. TFRHHHII BHA105
5 TAXUS BACCATA (IRE) (55) 25-5430 8 11-7
Br B m Califet (FR) - Yewtree Girl (IRE) Charlie Price J
O On The Gallops 1 Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon T
B Thomas Campbell Massey
TIMEFORM VIEW Point/bumper winner who made a winning chase debut at Plumpton (19.7f) in March for Matt Crawley Form has dipped but she’s joined a capable new yard and no surprise to see her more competitive in first-time tongue following wind surgery TFRHHHII BHA103
6 CELESTIAL FASHION (GB) (20) 1222-14 D 8 10-12
Br B m Telescope (IRE) - French Fashion (IRE) Callum Bewley J
O Stephen Sinclair & Ian Duncan Ian Duncan, Coylton T
B Ian A. Duncan Ian Duncan Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable type who finished runner-up twice over C&D and looked better than ever when making a winning return at Carlisle (2 1/2m) in November Shaped as if still in good form when fourth at Ayr latest, only fading late on first try over 3m. Sure to be in the mix back down in trip. TFRHHHHI BHA94
2025: MICKS JET (IRE) 7 11 6 Joe Williamson 4-1 (Philip Kirby) 9 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2, 5. Stewards Note: MOUNTAIN MOLLY: Following its run on 22/12/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-2 She Is For Me Boys (GB), 3-1 Celestial Fashion (GB), 5-1 Politacus (IRE), 11-2 Taxus Baccata (IRE), 10-1 Mountain Molly (IRE), 14-1 Dontyawantme (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW SHE IS FOR ME BOYS beat a fairly useful sort to win on chase debut and has undergone a breathing operation following a weak finish at Cheltenham last time. She sets the form standard and can resume winning ways if handling softer conditions than previously faced. Celestial Fashion shaped as if still in good form when fading late over 3m at Ayr, she’s a danger back down in distance, while Taxus Baccata has joined a capable yard and is worth noting for support.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SHE IS FOR ME BOYS 2.CELESTIAL FASHION 3.TAXUS BACCATA (IRE)
WINNER
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The William Hill Best Odds Guaranteed Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5) (Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Qualifier) (Div I)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6000 x Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money 1st £2423, 2nd £1211, 3rd £606, 4th £303, 5th £151 (Penalty Value £3168.60)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): M T Walford (15 wins from 132 runners, 11%) runs DE DELI COUNTER Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P Kirby (1 win from 17 runners, 6%) runs ASA & SMART BUCKS
Longest Traveller: LA HIGUERA trained by T Lawes, Beare Green, 233 miles.
1 EVENWOOD SONOFAGUN (IRE) (25) 063F00 D 8 12-0
Br B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Ravish Ross Chapman J
O Mrs D Chapman & Mrs E Quinlan Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B Glenvale Stud & Edgeridge Ltd Bolton Mill Holiday Park S
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a quick-fire double at Cartmel in May but hit and miss since, latest when held in Class 4 handicap at Catterick (19.3f, good, 40/1) 25 days ago. Drops into a 0-100 for the first time in a while and worth checking if the betting hints at a resurgence back up in trip. TFRHHIII BHA99
2 ASA (FR) (31) 1F-0006 D 7 11-13
Br Gr m Balko (FR) - Reine de Glace (FR) Joe Williamson (3) J
O The Yorkshire Puddings Philip Kirby, Richmond T
B Mr Gildas Blain Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice over fences last season and also bagged a 3m handicap at Southwell (soft). Yet to hit top form this time around but there were more positives signs at Musselburgh last month and she’s one to consider eased in grade. TFRHHHHI BHA98
3 WEE ALKI (IRE) (43) 22041P BF 7 11-12
Br B g Alkaadhem - Springfield Spirit (IRE) Conor Rabbitt (3) J
O Naughty But Nice Susan Corbett, Otterburn T
B W. G. R. Porter Finnies Heavy Haulage S
TIMEFORM VIEW Out-and-out stayer who went close twice at Kelso at the start of the season and wasn’t winning out of turn when seeing off 9 rivals at Hexham in November Well-backed but never travelling there last time but type to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA97
O Mr Mark E. Smith D. J. Jeffreys, Hinton-On-The-Green T
B Cathal Ennis Nationwide Vehicle Contracts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning Irish pointer hinted at promise when fifth in 2m Kelso novice but shaped as though amiss when tailed off in maiden at Huntingdon (15.8f, good) on qualifying run in November Given a break and interesting to see if he’s supported now upped markedly in trip on handicap debut. TFRHHHII BHA96
5 LA HIGUERA (IRE) (22) 54-4323 7 11-8
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Omyn Supreme (IRE) Kevin Brogan J
O Henfold Harriers II Toby Lawes, Beare Green T
B Mrs A. Darragh Lawmens Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in Irish points. Found only an improving sort too good at Haydock and would have finished second behind a handicap blot barring a late mistake at Uttoxeter (23.3f) latest. Forecast rain should make this a test of stamina and he looks a thorough stayer Solid claims. TFRHHHHH BHA93 (+2)
6 SUPERIOR GLANCE (GB) (22) 4523-3P 11 11-6
Br Br m Passing Glance - Qualitee Sean Bowen J
O The Ed-Chester Partnership Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall T
B Miss R. J. Rowland Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced veteran (won sole point start) who gave it a good go from the front when third on return at Hexham (23.3f, heavy) but disappointed when pulled-up at Uttoxeter 22 days ago. Needs to bounce back but booking of Sean Bowen gives cause for optimism. TFRHHHII BHA91
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7 BOLLIN MATILDA (GB) (31) 11/6-P03 D 8 11-4
Br B m Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Bollin Julie Theo Gillard J
O Callum Whillans Donald Whillans, Hawick T
B Callum Whillans
TIMEFORM VIEW Improver when landing a pair of 3m handicaps in spring 2024. Stood little racing since but bounced back to form (supported) when close third in 13-runner handicap at Musselburgh (23.8f, good to soft) 31 days ago. Definite player, if she can back that up. TFRHHHHI BHA89
8 DE DELI COUNTER (GB) (7) 446PU 5 11-2
Br B g Dartmouth - Dedrunknmunky (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J
O URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Karina Casini Titan Resource Management S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth of 5 finishers in Irish point in May last year No show in novice/maiden hurdles and was sent off at long odds in first-time visor (retained) when unseating early on handicap debut 7 days ago. Upped again in trip and only considered if backed. TFRHHIII BHA87
9 MOVEONBUY (GB) (26) 4-40140 6 10-10
Br B m Getaway (GER) - Zariyka (IRE) William Maggs (5) J
O Kay,Crook,Carter,Coates,McMann Andrew Crook, Leyburn T
B Distillery Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when winning handicap at Cartmel (22f, heavy) in June and plausible excuses for pair of below par efforts last month. Could be closer to form here.
TFRHHHII BHA81
10 SMART BUCKS (GB) (10) 6-6P642 6 10-2
Br B g Buck’s Boum (FR) - Lady Westerner Danny McMenamin J
O The From Day One Syndicate Philip Kirby, Richmond T B Philip & Philippa Kirby Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who has shown a bit more over hurdles for headgear/step up in trip, fourth at Wetherby (24.1f, soft) prior to finishing well held second in thin handicap at Hereford (25.5f, soft) 10 days ago, going in snatches. This more competitive. TFRHHIII BHA73
2025: THE BIG BREAC (IRE) 8 10 11 Jack Power 11-10 (Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith) 11 ran
Visor worn by No. 8. T ongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 5, 10
Stewards Note: WEE ALKI: Following its run on 10/12/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.SUPERIOR GLANCE: Following its run on 31/12/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. MOVEONBUY: Following its run on 27/12/2025 it was reported that the horse suffered interference.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-2 La Higuera (IRE), 5-1 Asa (FR), Bollin Matilda (GB), 11-2 Wee Alki (IRE), 10-1 Superior Glance (GB), 14-1 Evenwood Sonofagun (IRE), 16-1 Slievehill (IRE), 20-1 Moveonbuy (GB), Smart Bucks (GB), 66-1 De Deli Counter (GB)
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THE TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced LA HIGUERA has chased home a couple of improvers on his previous two starts and this could be a good opportunity to open his account. Asa had a productive time of things this time last year and is feared back in a 0-100 while Bollin Matilda has claims if backing up her Musselburgh third. Slievehill warrants a second look in the betting upped markedly in trip on handicap bow
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The William Hill Best Odds Guaranteed Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5) (Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Qualifier) (Div II) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6000 x Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money 1st £2423, 2nd £1211, 3rd £606, 4th £303, 5th £151 (Penalty Value £3168.60)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): J & A O’Neill (15 wins from 78 runners, 19%) runs CLONDAW ROYALE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J & A O’Neill (4 wins from 33 runners, 12%) runs CLONDAW ROYALE
Weightwatcher: CLONDAW ROYALE won off a handicap mark of 105, his rating is now down 6lb to 99
Longest Traveller: BOLLIN THOU trained by N Scholfield, Lambourn, 198 miles.
1 CLONDAW ROYALE (IRE) (23) 30-0603 D 7 12-0
Br Gr g Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Goodbloodbadblood (IRE) Benjamin Macey (7) J
O The Iveragh Syndicate Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Mary M. Brennan Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Haydock (24.3f, soft) in December 2024 and, after 6 months off, took a step back in the right direction when third in latest renewal of the same race (good). Could be in the mix from a handy mark with softer conditions to suit. TFRHHHII BHA99
2 FARMER JIMMY (GB) (22) 53-024P C 6 11-12
Br Ch g Mondialiste (IRE) - Viva Victoria Jamie Hamilton J
O J Scarrow, I Barker & S Turner Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Miss S. J. Turner Cube3 Construction S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sole success came at this course (19.7f) in February last year and returned to form when runner-up over C&D in November However, possibly amiss when pulled up at Uttoxeter 22 days ago, so bounce back called for at this venue. TFRHHHII BHA97
O D Charlesworth & D Turner Nick Scholfield, Lambourn T
B DGM Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEW Continues to go the right way in handicaps for current yard, having little trouble completing the hat-trick when landing the odds at Lingfield (19.5f, soft) 3 days ago. May not have stopped improving yet so he’s the one to beat. TFRHHHHH BHA83 (+16)
4 BALLIN BAY (IRE) (76) 4/P643-P 8 11-10
Br B or Br g Milan - Ballinahow Ann (IRE) Charlie Maggs (5) J
O Love To Race Partnership Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Noel McLoughlin Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Had been struggling for form (including over fences) following his Kelso success, but shaped well back hurdling on stable debut when third at this C&D (good) in March. However, after 7 months off he was pulled up at Hexham in November Needs to leave latest run behind. TFRHHIII BHA95
5 YOU DID (IRE) (45) 556121 D 6 11-6
Br B g Mount Nelson - Dinaria des Obeaux (FR) Sean Quinlan J
O Sharing The Dream Syndicate Brian Ellison, Malton T
B Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary Brian Ellison Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has benefited from his stamina being brought more into play, getting off the mark in handicap at Hexham (20.1f) in October and proving determined when doubling his tally at Musselburgh (23.8f, good to soft) last time. Can make his presence felt. TFRHHHHI BHA91
6 THEATRE LIGHT (IRE) (24) 1/20-5P0 D 8 11-5
Br Ch m Leading Light (IRE) - Tango Lady (IRE) Jack Power (5) J
O The Race4fun Syndicate Susan Corbett, Otterburn T
B M. C. McDaniel-Stone Finnies Heavy Haulage S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner who made a promising start over hurdles when second in a Carlisle maiden (19f, good) in April. Has gone the wrong way since, though, faring no better after a wind op/in first-time tongue strap when down the field at Kelso (18.1f, soft) 24 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA90
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7 GLORY HIGHTS (GB) (26) 452-PP0 10 11-1
Br B g Fame And Glory - Lady Hight (FR) Danny McMenamin J
O Black And Red Racing Chris Grant, Billingham T
B Wood Farm Stud www.chrisgrantracing.com S
TIMEFORM VIEW Proved consistent sent handicapping over hurdles, opening account at Carlisle (24.6f) last season and in the frame 3 of next 4 outings. However, pulled up in 2 starts over fences this term and failed to revive back hurdling at this C&D last time. Cheekpieces reached for. TFRHHIII BHA86
8 CUILLIN RIDGE (GB) (31) 60-0504 6 11-1
Br Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Speed Bonnie Boat David Bass J
O The Eternal Optimists 2 Henry Daly, Ludlow T
B H. D. J. Daly Humphrey Butler Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bred for longer trips and, ridden more positively on his second handicap start, took a step forward when fourth of 11 at Huntingdon (19.6f, soft) in December Visor now added and he could still have more to offer upped in distance. TFRHHHHI BHA86
9 KING CASEY (IRE) (21) PP-6404 6 10-10
Br Gr g Kingston Hill - The Real Casey (IRE) Brian Hughes J
O Mrs E. A. Verity Joanne Foster, Ilkley T
B Jimmy Lawler
TIMEFORM VIEW Without a win but shaped better than on first 2 starts in handicaps when fourth of 9 at Market Rasen (23.1f) in June. Stepped up on recent run when filling the same position at Catterick (25.3f, good) 3 weeks ago, though more needed if he’s to break his duck. TFRHHIII BHA81
10 FANCY NANCY PANTS (GB) (26) 640-P43 6 10-2
Br B m Dylan Mouth (IRE) - Bespoke Lady (IRE) William Maggs (5) J
O Mr P. Wilson Philip Kirby, Richmond T
B Jill Musgrave Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bred to stay well and, having slipped in the weights, showed more than previously when third behind a pair of unexposed types in 16-runner handicap at this C&D (soft) in December Task is now to build on latest effort from 2lb out of weights. TFRHHHII BHA71 2025:(See Div 1)
Visor worn first time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 10
Stewards Note: FARMER JIMMY: Following its run on 31/12/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.GLORY HIGHTS: Following its run on 27/12/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 10-11 Bollin Thou (GB), 6-1 You Did (IRE), 8-1 Clondaw Royale (IRE), 11-1 Cuillin Ridge (GB), 16-1 Farmer Jimmy (GB), 22-1 Ballin Bay (IRE), Fancy Nancy Pants (GB), 28-1 Glory Hights (GB), 40-1 King Casey (IRE), 66-1 Theatre Light (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW BOLLIN THOU has been thriving of late, comfortably landing the hat-trick at Lingfield 3 days ago, and he can maintain his unbeaten record under Sean Bowen with further progress still possible. The biggest threat could come from You Did, who has been suited by going up in distance, ahead of Cuillin Ridge.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BOLLIN THOU 2.YOU DID (IRE) 3.CUILLIN RIDGE
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First Race 12.20 - THE WILLIAM HILL RACING PRICE BOOSTS JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Go North Night Nurse Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for juvenile four yrs old, which have not won more than two hurdle races Enter by noon, January 16th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 20th. Weights: 11st each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner This race is a qualifier for the Go North Night Nurse Hurdle Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Musselburgh on 20th March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Night Nurse Series qualifier 30 entries at £50. - Closed January 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
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Second Race 12.50 - THE BOWEL CANCER SCREENING PROGRAMME SAVES LIVES EBF ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for novice four, five, six and seven yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which have not run in a flat race and which have not won more than two hurdle races Enter by noon, January 16th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 20th.Weights: 4-y-o 10st 3lb; 5-y-o, 6-y-o and 7-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 to Class 5 hurdle race 6lb Of 2 hurdle races or of a Class 1 or Class 2 hurdle race 10lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE will present a memento to the winning owner THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race Horses placed first, second, third or fourth in this race will qualify for the Final (A Handicap) of the EBF ‘National Hunt’ Novices’ Hurdle Race Series, to be run over two miles about four furlongs at Sandown Park on Saturday, March 7th, 2026. 37 entries at £50. - Closed January 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
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Third Race 1.20 - THE WILLIAM HILL EACH WAY EXTRA HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7921 to the winning horse The second to receive £3645, the third £1822, the fourth £912 and the fifth £454. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-140 (also open to such horses rated 141 and 142 - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 114 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 113 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 20th. Penalties, after January 10th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 15 entries at £75. - Closed January 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6059; Second £3029; Third £1515; Fourth £758; Fifth £378. (Penalty Value £7921.50) Weights raised 10lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 1.55 - THE WILLIAM HILL RACING BET BUILDER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Cab On Target Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3168 to the winning horse The second to receive £1458, the third £729, the fourth £364 and the fifth £181. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, January 16th and pay £26 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 20th. Penalties, after January 10th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner This race is a qualifier for the Go North Cab On Target Series Final, to be run over a distance of about 2m 4f at Kelso on 21st March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Cab On Target Series qualifier. 28 entries at £26. - Closed January 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2423; Second £1211; Third £606; Fourth £303; Fifth £151 (Penalty Value £3168.60)
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Fifth Race 2.30 - THE WILLIAM HILL RACING DAILY WINNINGS BOOST MARES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Challenger Mares’ Chase Series Qualifier) (GBB RACE)
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 five yrs old and upwards mares only, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 20th. Penalties, after January 10th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. All horses which finish in the first eight in this race will be eligible to enter THE CHALLENGER MARES’ CHASE SERIES FINAL (A HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE) to be run over a distance of about Three Miles About One and a Half Furlongs (3m 1f 56yds) at Cheltenham on 15th April 2026. 10 entries at £45. - Closed January 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227. (Penalty Value £4752.90) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 3.05 - THE WILLIAM HILL BEST ODDS GUARANTEED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Qualifier) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3168 to the winning horse The second to receive £1458, the third £729, the fourth £364 and the fifth £181. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, January 16th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 20th. Penalties, after January 10th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner.This race is a qualifier for the Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Final, to be run over a distance of abt 3m at Musselburgh on 20th March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Brindisi Breeze Series qualifier 17 entries at £30. - Closed January 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2423; Second £1211; Third £606; Fourth £303; Fifth £151 (Penalty Value £3168.60) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 3.40 - THE WILLIAM HILL BEST ODDS GUARANTEED HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Qualifier) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3168 to the winning horse The second to receive £1458, the third £729, the fourth £364 and the fifth £181. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, January 16th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 20th. Penalties, after January 10th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. This race is a qualifier for the Go North Brindisi Breeze Series Final, to be run over a distance of abt 3m at Musselburgh on 20th March, 2026. In order to qualify for the Final, horses must have Started in three or more Jump races in the North during the current season, at least one of which must have been a Go North Brindisi Breeze Series qualifier 16 entries at £30. - Closed January 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2423; Second £1211; Third £606; Fourth £303; Fifth £151 (Penalty Value £3168.60) SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
