Mares’ ‘National Hunt’ Maiden Hurdle Race (Class 4) (GBB
Race)
for maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 7 Owners Prize Money 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Skelton (47 wins from 166 runners, 28%) runs I HEARD A RUMOUR & SALLYVILLE LADY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (11 wins from 88 runners, 12%) runs I HEARD A RUMOUR & SALLYVILLE LADY
Longest Traveller: JOAN’S CHOICE trained by N Mulholland, Limpley Stoke, 238 miles.
1 BIGLESISBACK (GB) (35) 03222P 6 11-6
Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Asturienne Derek Fox J
O The Crick Girls Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Mr Kenneth Alexander Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Well-related mare who has been runner-up 3 times over hurdles (2 novice, 1 handicap) this winter Pulled up at Ayr last time but her stable’s good form in recent weeks provides hope that she can shrug that off now TFRHHHII BHA106
2 GIRL FRIDAY (IRE) (142) 1 5 11-6
Br Br m Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Adderstonlee (IRE) Patrick Wadge J
O Old Gold Racing with Francesca Cumani II Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Longrove Stud Retraining of Racehorses, Old Gold Racing, Francesca Cumani S
TIMEFORM VIEW £45,000 purchase after winning sole start in Irish points (Oct 2025). Doesn’t have too high a standard to aim at on hurdle debut so market support would be interesting.
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3 I HEARD A RUMOUR (IRE) (24) U0 5 11-6
Br Br m Getaway (GER) - Illwalktheline (IRE) Charlie Todd J
O Mr Dan Skelton Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Yellowford Bloodstock The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Related to winners but no more than hinted at ability in 2 outings at Chepstow last month. Sallyville Lady is the Skelton first string unless the betting suggests otherwise.
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4 JOAN’S CHOICE (IRE) (92) 321 6 11-6
Br B m Affinisea (IRE) - Strawberry Lane (IRE) Bradley Harris (3) J
O Mr M. Creed Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T
B Michael Creed
7 SALLYVILLE LADY (IRE) (41) 1-323 6 11-6
Br B m Affinisea (IRE) - Mtpockets (IRE) Tristan Durrell J
O Mr Garry Wilson Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Maurice,Anthony,Lawrence&CoranSmiddy TheAirAmbulanceService(Warks&Northants),Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Irish point winner who has shown fair form when placed on all 3 outings over hurdles. Reported to have bled from the nose when third of 10 in 21f Ludlow handicap last time but still the one to beat for a top stable with an excellent Wetherby record. TFRHHHHH BHA111
2025: AUDACIOUS ANNIE 6 11 6 Gavin Sheehan 6-4 (Jamie Snowden) 12 ran Hood worn by No. 4, 6.
Stewards Note: BIGLESISBACK: Following its run on 10/2/2026 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
SALLYVILLE LADY: Following its run on 4/2/2026 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 13-8 Sallyville Lady (IRE), 7-2 Joan’s Choice (IRE), 9-2 Biglesisback (GB), 11-2 Girl Friday (IRE), 14-1 I Heard A Rumour (IRE), 50-1 Khaleesi Queen (GB), 100-1 Royal Maggs (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW SALLYVILLE LADY sets the form standard and gets the vote for Dan Skelton. Bumper winner Joan’s Choice could pose the chief threat if taking to this new discipline. Biglesisback and Irish point scorer Girl Friday are others who could have a say
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TIMEFORM VIEW Just failed to get up in a course bumper in November and went one better at Plumpton (good to soft) just before Christmas. Should be up to making her presence felt in a race like this now hurdling.
5 KHALEESI QUEEN (GB) (14) 0005 6 11-6
Br B m Dragon Dancer - Lewesdon Duchess Joshua Thompson (5) J
O The Oakwood Nobels Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Mrs Rachel Dawson Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW First form when 22 lengths fifth of 12 in 2 1/2m Newcastle novice hurdle 14 days ago. More will be needed to go close here and probably more one for staying handicaps later on. TFRHHIII BHA-
6 ROYAL MAGGS (GB) (14) 12-10P0 6 11-6
Br B m Telescope (IRE) - Royal Present (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J
O Ursa Major Racing, S Knowles & Partners Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B S. W. Knowles Cube3 Construction S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual point winner but hasn’t offered much in a bumper and 2 hurdles this winter TFRHIIII BHA-
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SECOND RACE 2.37
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Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 4) (GBB Race)
for five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £12000 x Declared Runners 7 Owners Prize Money 1st £4847, 2nd £2423, 3rd £1212, 4th £606, 5th £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): M Hammond (21 wins from 249 runners, 8%) runs GERYVILLE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): B Haslam (3 wins from 10 runners, 30%) runs ARTHUR’S QUAY
Weightwatcher: CLONAKILTY won off a handicap mark of 115, his rating is now down 8lb to 107
Longest Traveller: RATH GAUL HILL trained by S Drinkwater, Strensham, 168 miles. Colours No Horse
1 GERYVILLE (FR) (54) 5-52651 CD 10 12-2
Br B g Rail Link - Rosaville (FR) Conor O’Farrell J
O Mr R. M. Howard Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Thierry Cypres Effingham Steel Services Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Not the easiest to predict but was second in this last year and he made all in 9-runner C&D handicap (heavy) in January Up 6lb but still firmly in the mix if on his A-game again. TFRHHHHI BHA122
2 NO BUT I WILL (GB) (86) 232131 C 9 11-10
Br B g Telescope (IRE) - Little Carmela Liam Harrison J
O Exors of the Late Mr Donald Smith Julian Smith, Tirley T
B T. A. Williams
TIMEFORM VIEW Not straightforward but largely in good form this season, winning at Cartmel (17f) in August and Fakenham (21f) in December Only 2lb higher here. TFRHHHII BHA116
3 ARTHUR’S QUAY (IRE) (106) 554233 D 12 11-10
Br B g Beat Hollow - Bannow Girl (IRE) Richie McLernon J
O Mr John P. McManus Ben Haslam, Middleham T
B Mr Jonathan Deacon
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who won at Newcastle in February 2025 Went close to another victory there in October but has performed no more than respectably when third on both outings since.
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4 WILLIAM CODY (GB) (27) 34-3232 9 11-9
Br B g Westerner - Wistow Jack Andrews J
O Mr Martyn Royston Davis Pam Sly, Peterborough T
B Mrs P. M. Sly Pam Sly Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time chase winner who was as good as ever when runner-up at Southwell (soft) 4 weeks ago. Cheekpieces go back on. Sometimes finds less than looks likely, but has a fair bit going for him here. TFRHHHHH BHA115
5 RATH GAUL HILL (IRE) (18) 16-03P4 8 11-7
Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Toler Street (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O Mr Kevin Price Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T
B Miss Maria Brew Solstice S
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time chase winner but has been largely disappointing this season, finishing remote last of 4 at Newbury 18 days ago. First-time blinkers (which replace cheekpieces) need to help spark a revival. TFRHHIII BHA113
6 CLONAKILTY (IRE) (52) P432-0P 9 11-1
Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Soeur Gael (IRE) Sean Quinlan J
O Mr A. Balmer Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B Philip Heskin Siba Contracts S
TIMEFORM VIEW A fairly useful chase scorer for Olly Murphy but he has offered little in 2 outings for new yard this winter TFRHHIII BHA107
7 EMPTY NEST (IRE) (19) 6-05226 CD 8 10-2
Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Jaldemosa (FR) Jamie Hamilton J
O Mr M Blades, S Morrell, K Hathaway Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Mr Daniel Furini Mark Walford Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who was back on form when runner-up at Newcastle and Doncaster in recent months but needs to shrug off a lesser effort here since. TFRHHHII BHA94
2025: DO YOUR JOB (IRE) 11 11 2 Lilly Pinchin 10-1 (Charlie Longsdon) 5 ran
Blinkers worn first time by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Visor worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 6, 7.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6.
Stewards Note:
EMPTY NEST: Following its run on 26/2/2026 it was reported that the horse ran flat.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 9-4 Geryville (FR), 3-1 William Cody (GB), 6-1 No But I Will (GB), 8-1 Rath Gaul Hill (IRE), 9-1 Arthur’s Quay (IRE), 10-1 Empty Nest (IRE), 33-1 Clonakilty (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW WILLIAM CODY was clear of the rest when second at Southwell last time and might be able to go one better now, perhaps at the expense of last-time-out C&D scorer Geryville.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WILLIAM CODY 2.GERYVILLE (FR) 3.NO BUT I WILL
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Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000 x Declared Runners 11 Owners Prize Money 1st £2827, 2nd £1413, 3rd £707, 4th £354, 5th £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D Skelton (47 wins from 166 runners, 28%) runs ICE JET
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (11 wins from 88 runners, 12%) runs ICE JET
Longest Traveller: GOLDEN MILLIE trained by D Horsford, Rockley, 229 miles.
1 SWEEPER SYSTEM (IRE) (54) U-3653P 6 12-0
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 in 3 qualifying runs at the end of 2025 but pulled up on his 2 1/2m course handicap debut in January Back down in trip. TFRHHIII BHA99
O Ryder and Alex Sugden Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B LNJ Foxwoods Partnership Optima Self Store S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdle/dual Flat winner in 2024 but has failed to trouble the judge since, failing to see his race out again when eighth of 15 over 2 1/2m at Newcastle in first-time blinkers (retained) 24 days ago. It remains to be seen whether a drop back in trip makes a difference. TFRHHIII BHA95
3 ROLAND GARROS (GB) (15) 6002 5 11-10
Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Robema Jack Quinlan J
O Crest Racing XIV Hayley Burton, Newmarket T
B D. J. Weston Crest Racing XIV S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat. Modest form over hurdles, finishing 15 lengths second in 2m Southwell maiden 15 days ago. Handicap hurdle debut. TFRHHHII BHA95
4 GOLDEN MILLIE (GB) (24) 65/560/-0 D 8 11-7
Br B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Mille Et Une (FR) Jonathan Burke J
O Mrs Moni Williams Dan Horsford, Rockley T
B Netherfield House Stud Underpinned Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner Yet to better modest form over hurdles but was entitled to need last month’s handicap debut for a new yard after an absence. Could last longer now
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5 MYSTICAL MARTIKA (IRE) (97) 55P-405 5 11-6
Br Ro m Success Days (IRE) - Martika (FR) Derek Fox J
O Martika’s Soldiers Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Mrs Irene Scheldt Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden under Rules. Reportedly bled when last of 5 in a 2m Hexham novice in December Off since. Stable back in form of late. TFRHHHII BHA91
6 CAWTHORNE BANKER (IRE) (75) 2131D0 D8 11-3
Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Shees A Dante (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr J
O Mr E. A. Brook Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Mr Sam Doyle Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of handicaps at Fontwell in August and Uttoxeter (2m, good to soft) in October Below par back from 11 weeks off at Catterick on New Year’s Day but returns from a similar length of break with his stable in form. TFRHHHII BHA88
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7 KOPA KILANA (IRE) (109) 4220P0 D 9 11-2
Br B g Milan - Kophinou (FR) Sean Bowen J
O Nextgen Racing & Partner Samantha & Jacqueline Coward, Dalby T
B Mr R. Bryan
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden over hurdles but was runner-up off higher marks at Perth last autumn. Given a break since running below par on his first start for this yard at Doncaster in November and Sean Bowen booked on return. Also refitted with a tongue tie.
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8 BERRY EDGE (IRE) (19) 560531 CD 8 11-0
Br B g Mukhadram - Amaany Sean Quinlan J
O Elliott Brothers And Peacock David Thompson, Darlington T
B Coolawn Stud Ebac Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple winner on the Flat who came good for the first time over hurdles when seeing off 7 rivals in a C&D handicap (soft) 19 days ago. Had a bit in hand and should remain very competitive off 8lb higher.
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9 ASHDOWN FOREST (IRE) (54) 600 4 10-11
Br B g Camelot - Fuaigh Mor (IRE) Craig Nichol 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 Has yet to translate that ability to hurdles but possible he could fare better now handicapping after a breathing operation.
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10 BIG LOVE (GB) (21) 44P46 4 10-8
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 S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth in a bumper and 2 juveniles from his 5 career starts and appeals as a potential improver now handicapping for the first time. On the shortlist.
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11 ICE JET (IRE) (121) 000 4 10-5
Br Gr g Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Star Jet (IRE) Tristan Durrell J
O Chris and May Mullin Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Ladis The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on Flat (stays 1 1/2m) in Ireland. Beaten a long way in 3 juvenile hurdles for Dan Skelton but could easily prove a different proposition now handicapping after 4 months off (has had breathing operation). Very interesting, particularly if backed. TFRHHHHH BHA86
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Hood worn by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 2.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 7, 8, 11.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 9, 11.
Stewards Note: MYSTICAL MARTIKA: Following its run on 10/12/2025 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.
BIG LOVE: Following its run on 24/2/2026 it was reported that the horse had wounds to both front legs.
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PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-2 Berry Edge (IRE), 5-1 Ice Jet (IRE), 9-1 Roland Garros (GB), Big Love (GB), 10-1 Cawthorne Banker (IRE), 11-1 Ashdown Forest (IRE), 12-1 Mystical Martika (IRE), 14-1 Golden Millie (GB), 16-1 Kopa Kilana (IRE), 33-1 Sweeper System (IRE), 50-1 Justus (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW The vote goes to Dan Skelton handicap newcomer ICE JET back from a breathing operation, with confidence in his chance increased should the betting vibes be strong. Big Love is another who rates a potential improver on his first start in the handicap ranks and is second choice ahead of last month’s C&D scorer Berry Edge.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ICE JET (IRE) 2.BIG LOVE 3.BERRY EDGE (IRE)
RACE RESULT
Racing grooms work very hard looking after the horses in their care to ensure they come to the races looking immaculate. As a reward for their efforts, a cash prize is presented to the groom who is judged to have produced the 'Best Turned Out' horse in every race.
Condition & Coat - Racehorses are athletes and the way their coat looks and the way it moves easily over their muscles reflects the horses overall condition. The coat should look smooth, clean and have a glossy shine, but pay attention to Greys and lighter coloured Chestnuts, as they won't carry such a sheen to their coats, which is not for want of trying, they just have the equine equivalent of mousey hair and remember that Greys often require much more work and effort to get clean. Quarter marks are the patterns put onto the coat on the horse's hindquarters or shoulder. They are made using a damp brush, wiped against the natural lie of the coat. Much like brushing velvet the wrong way.
To Plait or not to Plait - to win Best Turned Out a horse does not have to be plaited. Some horses do not like having their heads touched and get over-excited when being plaited as it indicates they could be off to the races. If a horse is not plaited it should not go against them, providing their loose mane is short, tangle-free and even, and lying on the right hand side of the horse's neck. Plaits should be small, neat and uniform with an odd number of plaits along the neck and one at the front.
Tails you win! - Doubtless at some point you will have heard that you should not stand behind a horse! For racing grooms the trust they build with their horses means you may see some in the Parade Ring with a plaited tail. If tails are loose they must be tangle-free, not too long, and there should be no wisps of bedding or hay in the tail.
No foot no Horse - Horse's legs, particularly white markings, known as socks or stockings, must be clean. Sometimes chalk is used to brighten these marks. Feet should be well shod and hooves oiled.
Best Dressed - All items of clothing (tack) the horse wears should be in good condition and clean.
for novice five yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £12000 x Declared Runners 4 Owners Prize Money 1st £4847, 2nd £2423, 3rd £1212, 4th £606. (Penalty Value £6337.20) Weights raised 3lb 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 (34 wins from 124 runners, 27%) runs EATON ANNE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J & A O’Neill (6 wins from 37 runners, 16%) runs JACK TO BAT Longest Traveller: THE GREY MAN trained by H Dickin, Midford, 231 miles.
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KALHANDRION (FR) (25) 0-132U1 D 6 11-10
Br B g Petillo (FR) - Laurana (FR) Charlie Maggs (3) J
O Mr R. Key Richard Hobson, Little Rissington T
B Joel Denis, Clotilde de Barmon, Emmanuel LAP Electrical Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has improved for the switch to chasing this term, scoring on his debut at Huntingdon (19.9f) in November and gained compensation for an unseat when doubling tally in 4-runner contest at Exeter 3 weeks ago. Tongue tie back on and this likeable front runner seems sure to go well. TFRHHHHH BHA112
2 EATON ANNE (IRE) (32) 105-405 D 8 11-8
Br B g Golden Lariat (USA) - Express Mail (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O Foxtrot Racing Eaton Anne Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Fintan Farrell Foxtrot Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won back-to-back handicap hurdles (at up to 19.5f) last winter but progress has rather stalled since, never really landing a blow switched to fences at Chepstow last month. This is easier though with cheekpieces now on. TFRHHHHI BHA110
3 JACK TO BAT (GB) (24) P2/344-5 7 11-7
Br Ch g Jack Hobbs - Sherry Darling (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr J
O Martyn & Elaine Booth & The Maiden Over Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B Mr Jon Glews Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fetched £130,000 after finishing second in an Irish point and made the frame all 3 starts in maiden hurdles at around 2 1/2m last season. Can be expected to step up on those exploits over fences and while opening effort wasn’t that encouraging, he may have needed the run. Cheekpieces reached for. TFRHHHII BHA109
4 THE GREY MAN (GB) (16) 6-40UP1 D 7 11-2
Br Gr g Dartmouth - Timon’s Tara James Best J
O Mr Mark James Harriet Dickin, Midford T
B Mark James Clay Street Property Consultants, Kissing It Better S
TIMEFORM VIEW Jumped much better than previously over fences when landing 3-runner chase at Ffos Las a fortnight ago. That isn’t a solid piece of form, so even a 4lb rise may prevent the follow up. TFRHHHII BHA104
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2, 3.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 13-8 Kalhandrion (FR), 11-4 The Grey Man (GB), 7-2 Eaton Anne (IRE), 5-1 Jack To Bat (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW KALHANDRION is an uncomplicated and likeable chaser who looks to have been found another good opportunity to dominate a small field. With The Grey Man an unlikely follow-up candidate, Eaton Anne is feared most fitted with cheekpieces. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KALHANDRION (FR) 2.EATON ANNE (IRE) 3.THE
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Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 4)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000 x Declared Runners 11 Owners Prize Money 1st £2827, 2nd £1413, 3rd £707, 4th £354, 5th £176. (Penalty
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): O Murphy (34 wins from 124 runners, 27%) runs KAPAL LAYAR Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): F O’Brien (7 wins from 36 runners, 19%) runs HEART OVER HEAD
Longest Traveller: INTO THE PARK trained by P Hobbs & J White, Minehead, 248 miles.
1 IMPERIAL MERLIN (IRE) (53) 42045P D 9 12-0
Br B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Silver Charmer Sean Quinlan J
O Mr J. N. Blackburn John & Sean Quinn, Malton T
B Boardsmill StudSheridan Ny Llp, JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful hurdler who clearly wasn’t right at Warwick on January, left behind in the straight and pulled up. Given time to recover from that and he’s now dipped below his last winning mark with cheekpieces back on. TFRHHHII BHA120
2 KAPAL LAYAR (IRE) (38) 211-00P 7 12-0
Br B g Milan - Shees A Dante (IRE) Sean Bowen J
O John Nicholls Racing Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Mr Sam Doyle Floplast Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won back-to-back races last season but has made an underwhelming start to this campaign, including post breathing operation when pulled up with headgear fitted at Newbury last month. TFRHHHII BHA120
3 INTO THE PARK (IRE) (21) 0-24P34 7 12-0
Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - La Sarrazine (FR) Callum Pritchard (3) J
O Mr Allan Stennett Philip Hobbs & Johnson White, Minehead T
B Mr Tom Coughlan Philip Hobbs Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up on chase debut in January but put that behind him (without being at best) when third of 7 in 2m Taunton handicap hurdle last month. Shade below par when he didn’t build on that at Catterick since and blinkers now replace cheekpieces. TFRHHHII BHA120
4 HEART OVER HEAD (IRE) (31) 403110 7 11-13
Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Oscar Bird (IRE) Jonathan Burke J
O Mr Nic Brereton Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham T
B Bryan Mangan BresBet S
TIMEFORM VIEW Closely related to the same connections’ useful Alaphilippe and readily off the mark in 4-runner handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter Followed up in good style at Market Rasen (23.1f) and perhaps best to excuse latest Ascot run in a better race, on the back foot after an early mistake. TFRHHHII BHA119
5 LIBRE DE CHOEUR (FR) (25) 33-5261 D 6 11-11
Br B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - Libre Lady Richard Patrick J
O C & C Boultbee Brooks Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope T
B Haras de Nonant Le Pin & M-F Corbiere Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Cast aside a lesser effort at Warwick when staying on well to land 3m handicap at Ffos Las 3 weeks ago and he’s not yet exposed. TFRHHHHI BHA117
6 HAWTHORN STREET (IRE) (36) P1/4-41 D 7 11-8
Br Br g Flemensfirth (USA) - Winged Empress (IRE) Jonjo O’Neill Jr J
O Toby Cole & Stars Of The Box Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham T
B The Beeches Stud Ltd Wasdell Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW £155,000 point winner from the family of Irish National winner Thunder And Roses. Confirmed debut promise at the second attempt when landing 7-runner maiden at Catterick last time by 3/4 length from Solid Performer Should have even more to offer for yard going pretty well now TFRHHHHH BHA114
7 DRAMATIC LICENSE (IRE) (150) 4-34015 6 11-7
Br B g Casamento (IRE) - Princess Leya (IRE) Callum Bewley J
O Mr David J. Sturdy John Wainwright, Malton T
B John Fallon
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in 6-runner maiden hurdle at Downpatrick (21.8f, good to firm) in August. Fared as well as could be expected in listed company 2 months later on final start for Stuart Crawford. Mark looks on the high side. TFRHHIII BHA113
8 TIGER ORCHID (IRE) (23) 62F442 D 11 11-6
Br B g Mores Wells - Akarita (IRE) Charlie Hammond J O Foxtrot Racing Tiger Orchid Stuart Edmunds, Leighton Buzzard T
B Ian Hannon Foxtrot Racing, Science Supplements S
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner over fences at Worcester but he’s not the most fluent of jumpers and losing run is mounting up. Did make a positive start for Stuart Edmunds when second at Hereford and he figures on a tempting hurdles mark. TFRHHHHI BHA112
9 BUZZ ICECLEAR (IRE) (47) 60-1130 CD BF 6 11-5
Br Ch g Sea Moon - Victoria Says (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J
O Racing to Profit Syndicate & G Walford Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B S. Lanigan-O’Keeffe Cube3 Construction S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won first 2 handicaps (second one over C&D) prior to an excellent third of 9 off a 10lb higher mark at Ascot in December Fitted with cheekpieces and failed to continue the good work at Ayr in January TFRHHHII BHA111
10 LADRONNE (FR) (18) 612412 CD 12 11-4
Br B g Linda’s Lad - Worldeta (FR) Oscar Palmer (7) J
O T C Racing Syndicate Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T
B Gheorghe Codre & Roxan Popescu Tuffa Footwear Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Managed to win 4 handicaps over fences since February 2025 despite his advancing years. Really good second at Doncaster 18 days ago and has a fine record here, but hard to know what he’s capable of over hurdles these days. TFRHHHII BHA110
11 RIOJA ALTA (IRE) (46) 2-31063 6 10-11
Br B g Australia - Pavement (IRE) Conor O’Farrell J
O Mrs B. M. Lofthouse Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Mrs Monica Aherne Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever when notching second victory of 2025 at Cartmel in July Confirmed stamina for 25.3f when third at Catterick in January and he can remain competitive.
TFRHHHII BHA103
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Blinkers worn first time by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 10
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 8.
Stewards Note: HEART OVER HEAD: Following its run on 14/2/2026 it was reported that the horse made a bad mistake at the 3rd. PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-2 Hawthorn Street (IRE), 11-2 Libre de Choeur (FR), 8-1 Heart Over Head (IRE), 9-1 Into The Park (IRE), 11-1 Tiger Orchid (IRE), 12-1 Kapal Layar (IRE), 14-1 Imperial Merlin (IRE), Rioja Alta (IRE), 16-1 Buzz Iceclear (IRE), Ladronne (FR), 33-1 Dramatic License (IRE)
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THE TIMEFORM VIEW HAWTHORN STREET advanced his form when making his third start over hurdles a winning one at Catterick a month ago. The second that day would have paid a handsome compliment to that form had he stood up at Haydock last time and there’s a good case for him from a handicapping perspective. Libre de Choeur and Tiger Orchid head the dangers.
PREDICTION: 1.HAWTHORN STREET (IRE) 2.LIBRE DE CHOEUR (FR) 3.TIGER ORCHID (IRE)
SIXTH RACE 4.55
The Jumps Finale - Friday 27th March National Hunt Flat Race (Class 5) (Conditional And Amateur Jockeys’ Race) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB Race) for four, five and six yrs old x Total prize fund £4999 x Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money 1st £2086, 2nd £1043, 3rd £521, 4th £261. (Penalty Value £2722.46)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): O Murphy (34 wins from 124 runners, 27%) runs L’UNIQUE ALLEN & MR MAXIMILLIAN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): O Murphy (5 wins from 40 runners, 12%) runs L’UNIQUE ALLEN & MR MAXIMILLIAN Longest Traveller: MINELLA PREMIER trained by R Hobson, Little Rissington, 172 miles.
1 MINELLA PREMIER (IRE) (23) 1-1 6 11-9
Br B g Shantou (USA) - Solas Me Suas Charlie Maggs (3) J
O Mr O. S. Harris Richard Hobson, Little Rissington T
B Ethan Blackmore & David McGrath LAP Electrical Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW £400,000 purchase after an Irish point win and made a successful start under Rules in 4-runner Fontwell bumper 3 weeks ago, overcoming inexperience (easy to back in tongue tie). Can improve and fancied to remain unbeaten under penalty TFRHHHHH BHA-
2 CRICKET HILL DENIS (IRE) (-) 5 11-2
Br Ch g Hillstar - What An Flyer (IRE) William Maggs (3) J
O Mr J. Sheard Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Ms Sandra Goldsmith Jeremy Sheard S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hillstar gelding. Closely related to useful hurdler Broomfields Jeremy Dam (h103) bumper/2 1/2m hurdle winner TFRHHHII BHA-
3 JOHNS LEGACY (FR) (-)
5 11-2
Br B g Jeu St Eloi (FR) - Azena (IRE) Conor Rabbitt (3) J
O Mrs Kath Savage Andrew Crook, Leyburn T
B Mr Jean-Charles Escale
TIMEFORM VIEW £6,000 3-y-o, Jeu St Eloi gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to fairly useful chaser (stayed 3m) Dog of War. TFRHHIII BHA-
4 L’UNIQUE ALLEN (FR) (-) 5 11-2
Br Gr g Beaumec de Houelle (FR) - Une Destine (FR) Lewis Saunders (5) J
O Gordon & Su Hall Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Bruno Vagne Betano S
TIMEFORM VIEW EUR100,000 3-y-o, Beaumec De Houelle gelding. Half-brother to smart hurdler/chase winner Hermes Allen, stayed 3m. Dam (h129) French 17f-19f hurdle/chase winner 1 of 2 interesting newcomers for the yard. TFRHHHII BHA-
5 MR MAXIMILLIAN (IRE) (-) 5 11-2
Br B g Maxios - Bourbonnaise (FR) Mr James King (3) J
O Tor Side Racing Olly Murphy, Wilmcote T
B Ballinaroone Stud Ltd Betano S
TIMEFORM VIEW €40,000 3-y-o, Maxios gelding. Half-brother to useful hurdler/chaser Bois de Clamart and useful French 2m hurdle winner Megalypos. Dam French 17f-21f hurdle/chase winner 1 of 2 interesting newcomers for the stable. TFRHHHII BHA-
6 PEACE BELLE (GB) (14) 13 D 5 11-2
Br B m Massaat (IRE) - Ssafa Luke Scott (3) J
O Hzs Stainless Steel Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Richard Kent & Clare Lloyd Equine Products UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful debut at Hexham last summer in a race that favoured speed. Found things tougher under a penalty 6 months on at Newcastle and she’ll need to find more to take this now up against the males. TFRHHHII BHA-
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor 2m
7 STATIC CHARM (FR) (80) 34 5 11-2
Br B g Iffraaj - Tauteke Joshua Thompson (5) J
O Mr Basil Smith & Mr Jack Morris Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Sumbe Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed more than first time up when fourth of 15 over C&D at Christmas. That has the look of a good bumper and he’s up to winning races on that showing. TFRHHHHI BHA-
8 ZAINS HOPE (IRE) (-) 5 11-2
Br B g Youmzain (IRE) - Keys Hope (IRE) Tom Midgley (3) J
O Nick Kent Racing Syndicate Nick Kent, Brigg T
B Mrs D. Lonergan Lincolnshire Tyre Ltd. S
TIMEFORM VIEW €16,000 3-y-o, Youmzain gelding. Half-brother to 4 winners, including fairly useful hurdle winner/unreliable but useful chaser Hold The Note. TFRHHHII BHA-
9 RIP IT UP (GB) (-) 4 10-6
Br B g Frontiersman - Lady Chaparral Tristan Durrell J
O Jo Burke and Robin Moxon John Dawson, Saltburn T
B MGB Partnership Wimbledon Smokehouse Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Frontiersman gelding. Dam 1m-12.4f winner TFRHHHII BHA-
10 SUPERIOR QUEEN (GB) (28) 42 4 10-2
Br B f Linda’s Lad - Superior Glance Benjamin Macey (5) J
O The Ed-Chester Partnership Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall T
B The Ed Chester Partnership Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Built on her debut when second of 5 at Market Rasen 4 weeks ago, staying on well under mainly hands-and-heels riding. This is tougher Longer trips sure to suit when jumping. TFRHHHII BHA2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 6-4 Minella Premier (IRE), 13-2 Static Charm (FR), 7-1 Peace Belle (GB), 8-1 L’Unique Allen (FR), 11-1 Superior Queen (GB), 14-1 Mr Maximillian (IRE), 22-1 Cricket Hill Denis (IRE), 28-1 Rip It Up (GB), 33-1 Zains Hope (IRE), 50-1 Johns Legacy (FR)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW MINELLA PREMIER overcame inexperience when scoring at Fontwell 3 weeks ago, and while that was a thin event he seems sure to improve and can remain unbeaten. Static Charm ran well in a strong race here at Christmas and could make his presence felt. L’Unique Allen might be the pick of the newcomers.
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GBB RACE
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 2.02 - THE ENTERTAIN IN STYLE AT WETHERBY RACECOURSE MARES’ ‘NATIONAL HUNT’ MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (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 maiden four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not run in a flat race Enter by noon, March 11th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 15th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 8lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 6lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race 15 entries at £50. - Closed March 11th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.37 - THE racingtv.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6337 to the winning horse The second to receive £2916, the third £1458, the fourth £729 and the fifth £363. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 15th. Penalties, after March 7th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb Wetherby Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner of this race 12 entries at £60. - Closed March 11th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606; Fifth £302. (Penalty Value £6337.20)
SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.12 - THE BEST TICKET PRICES ONLINE AT wetherbyracing.co.uk HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, March 11th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 15th. Penalties, after March 7th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb Wetherby Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner. 18 entries at £35. - Closed March 11th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.47 - THE WATCH RACING TV IN STUNNING HD NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6337 to the winning horse The second to receive £2916, the third £1458 and the fourth £729. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 15th. Penalties, after March 7th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb Wetherby Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner of this race 12 entries, 1 at £12 and 11 at £60. - Closed March 11th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4847; Second £2423; Third £1212; Fourth £606. (Penalty Value £6337.20) Weights raised 3lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.22 - THE racingtv.com HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3696 to the winning horse The second to receive £1701, the third £850, the fourth £425 and the fifth £212. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-120 (also open to such horses rated 121 and 122 - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 94 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 93 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 15th. Penalties, after March 7th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento the winning owner of this race 18 entries at £35. - Closed March 11th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2827; Second £1413; Third £707; Fourth £354; Fifth £176. (Penalty Value £3696.70)
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.55 - THE JUMPS FINALE - FRIDAY 27TH MARCH NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CONDITIONAL AND AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ RACE) (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £2722 to the winning horse The second to receive £1254, the third £626 and the fourth £313. for four, five and six 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, March 11th and pay £24 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 15th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and 6-y-o 11st 2lb Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a race 7lb Of 2 races 10lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb The riders shall be: (i) Conditional Jockeys (ii) Overseas Jockeys who are under 26 years of age and who, within the past 6 months, have been eligible to claim an allowance under the provisions of paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code (iii) Amateur Jockeys holding ‘Category A’ or ‘Category B’ permits to ride, or (iv) Amateur Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)30. The Riders’ Allowances under paragraph 53 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may be claimed in this Race WETHERBY RACECOURSE & CONFERENCE CENTRE will present a memento to the winning owner of this race ELIMINATION PROCEDURE - SEE the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code). 19 entries at £24. - Closed March 11th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2086; Second £1043; Third £521; Fourth £261. (Penalty Value £2722.46) SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
