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Post by dennisg on Oct 31, 2017 7:35:25 GMT
in today's sporting life................... Alan King will consider letting Smad Place bid for a second victory in the Ladbrokes Trophy following his heartwarming success in the Old Roan Chase at Aintree. The 10-year-old claimed his first victory since January of last year when seeing off fellow grey Cloudy Dream in a stirring finish to Sunday's Grade Two feature on Merseyside. He won the Ladbrokes Trophy at Newbury - formerly the Hennessy Gold Cup - in 2015 and could bid to regain his crown on December 2. He is a to do so. King, who watched the race from home, said: "It was absolutely marvellous and very emotional. We decided to go to Aintree rather than the Charlie Hall this weekend. Wayne (Hutchinson) is banned on Saturday, so that was certainly part of the equation, and also the forecast is looking fairly dry and the ground at Wetherby can get quite quick. "We haven't made any definite plans or him. We'll take a look at the Ladbrokes Trophy. The owners aren't that keen, but we're leaving the option open. Beyond that I haven't really thought about it, but he showed two and a half (miles) isn't really a problem for him, so you could look at races like the Peterborough Chase at Huntingdon and those two-and-a-half-mile races at Ascot. "If the ground came up testing over two and a half, he wouldn't be out of it."
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Post by dennisg on Oct 31, 2017 7:36:54 GMT
A Genie In Abottle put up a game front-running performance to land the odds in the M.W. Hickey Memorial Chase at Wexford as owners Gigginstown House Stud dominated the card with a four-timer. Successful on his reappearance at Galway three weeks ago, Noel Meade's six-year-old kept on strongly for Sean Flanagan when challenged to score by a length and a half from Tiger Roll and give Gigginstown a one-two. Flanagan said of the 1/2 favourite: "He is a funny sort, he always holds on to a little bit. "We were worried there wasn't going to be a lot of pace, similar to the last day he ran. You can be forceful away on him because he is never going to do too much. "We were a bit disappointed after he was beaten when favourite in the four-miler at Cheltenham. But funnily enough he just mightn't stay four miles. He is a backward sort of lad and we can't knock him yet anyway." Gigginstown repeated the trick when Gordon Elliott's Dinaria Des Obeaux (2/1), ridden by Jack Kennedy, edged out Le Martalin for the Meade-Flanagan combination in the IRIS First For Racing Footage In Ireland Beginners Chase. Kennedy said: "We flew around and I was going as fast as I could the whole way. She stayed going and stuck at it well. She probably wants a bit further. She couldn't have done much more there now, she was very tough and kept at it." A treble for Gigginstown was initiated by Henry de Bromhead's High School Days (5/2), who followed up her Gowran success with a tidy five-length verdict under 7lb claimer Chris Meehan in the IRIS First For Racing Footage In Ireland Hurdle, while Imperial Way (5/4) completed a fine afternoon's work in the Jim Whitty Memorial (C&G) (Pro/Am) Flat Race under Patrick Mullins. Mullins said of the Joseph O'Brien-trained winner: "Thanks to Joseph and Gigginstown for letting me ride him. I think he is a horse who will be better over a jump, and the further he goes the better I'd say. I think they'll have a lot of fun with him." O'Brien topped and tailed the card, having taken the opening Nick O'Donnell Memorial Maiden Hurdle with Early Doors (4/6 favourite). Ricky Doyle had a red-letter day of his own with his first ever double on Antimatter and Come Home Quick. The 22-year-old conditional struck first on Antimatter (7/2) in the Adare Manor Opportunity Handicap Hurdle, who won despite trainer Donncha Duggan's worries about the conditions. "I was a bit concerned about the ground, I thought it might be tacky more than soft," said Duggan. "He has a high cruising speed and just keeps galloping at the same pace. He seems pretty versatile now, having won over two-mile-seven and now two." Doyle recovered from getting a knock on the head from Come Home Quick to get the Mark Fahey-trained 16/1 shot up in the shadow of the post in the Wexford Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Maiden Hurdle. "She was a bit of handful beforehand," he said. "She gave me a whack in the head at the start and left me counting the stars!"
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 31, 2017 7:38:04 GMT
Tuesday: going, weather & non-runners Bangor-on-Dee GOING: GOOD (GoingStick 6.6 at 6am on Tuesday) WEATHER: Cloudy Catterick GOING: SOFT (Good to soft in places) (GoingStick 7.0) (Rail movements: Races 3, 4, 6 & 7 +12yds and Race 5 +24yds) WEATHER: Light rain STALLS: 1m4f - Centre; Remainder - Inside Chepstow GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (Good in places) (GoingStick: Chs 6.7, Hdl 6.2) (Rail movements: Races 1, 3, 6 & 7 +50yds and Races 2, 4 & 5 +77yds) WEATHER: Cloudy Wolverhampton (AW) GOING: TAPETA: STANDARD WEATHER: Cloudy STALLS: 7f - Outside; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 6:40 Emilene (9) 7:10 Miss Geronimo (13) 8:10 Mr C (11)
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Post by dennisg on Oct 31, 2017 7:38:31 GMT
Cheltenham Festival hero Presenting Percy made a successful start to his career over fences in the W.B. Gavin & Co. Irish EBF Beginners Chase at Galway. The six-year-old provided trainer Patrick Kelly with his second successive victory in the Pertemps Final at Prestbury Park in March, with the previous year's winner, Mall Dini, also featuring in this eight-runner contest. Presenting Percy was an 11-4 chance in the hands of Davy Russell and travelled and jumped fluently throughout the two-mile-six-furlong affair. De Plotting Shed, the 2-1 favourite for his fencing bow, did his best to make a race of it from the home turn, but Presenting Percy brushed him aside fairly readily by three lengths. Kelly said: "I'm happy and Davy is very happy, so that's a good sign. Today we were starting him out and we'll see where we go from here. He jumps well and he should do (make as good a chaser as hurdler). It was a very good race and now it's just a matter of giving him enough experience. There's plenty of improvement there and he's an exciting horse for the future, once he stays." Sky Bet cut the winner to at Cheltenham in March while he is at the Festival. Mall Dini was fifth on his first appearance since occupying the same finishing position in last season's Kim Muir. Half The Odds caused a minor upset in the opening galwayraces.com Mares Maiden Hurdle. Three-time bumper winner Ainsi Va La Vie was the 1-2 favourite to maintain her unbeaten record on her first start over jumps, but could only finish third behind Noel Meade's 10-1 shot, ridden by Jonathan Moore. Moore said: "She jumps brilliant, winged the last and I always knew we'd get by them after that."
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 31, 2017 7:38:41 GMT
David Allan has a very good record when riding Attention Seaker having won both times he has partnered him. He goes for the hat-trick in the 2.40 at Catterick with conditions looking ideal.
When Eric Alston and Jason Hart team up at Catterick it’s worth taking note. They have a 50 per cent strike-rate at the North Yorkshire venue and they combine with course-and-distance winner Chickenfortea in the 3.15.
Ben Case has a 40 per cent strike-rate at Chepstow and he saddles Let’s Tango in the 3.55. The unexposed gelding performed well last time out but returns from a break.
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 31, 2017 7:39:34 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Dream Mount (4.40 Wolverhampton, nap)
Marco Botti has his team in good form for the backend and this son of Dream Ahead scored cosily on his latest start at Lingfield last month. That form has since been upheld and the youngster has since worked well on Racecourse Side.
Others to follow Catterick 1.35 Nurse Nightingale, 2.40 Newt. Wolverhampton 5.10 Laieth, 5.40 Jellmood, 6.10 Cool Breeze, 7.10 Tasaaboq.
15/8 Dream Mount 4:40 Wolverhampton (AW) Lambourn: James Burn
Haul Away (3.35 Bangor, nap)
This handsome four-year-old is a handy type who appears more forward than some of the youngsters at Seven Barrows. Should be able to go close before attention is switched to hurdling.
Others to follow Bangor 12.55 Turtle Wars, 1.25 Gibralfaro, 2.00 Pennywell, 3.05 War Creation. Chepstow 1.15 Canelo, 1.45 Vinnie Lewis, 3.25 The Lion Dancer.
11/8 Haul Away 3:35 Bangor-on-Dee North: Richard Young
Chickenfortea (3.15 Catterick, nap)
Overall form patchy but is two from three at Catterick and showed a good attitude over 7f here last time. He should have no problems with return to 6f, has ground in favour and well drawn for one that makes the running and he's fancied to go very close.
Others to follow Bangor 12.55 Zalvados, 2.30 Ballycool, 3.05 Cave Top. Catterick 12.35 Machree, 1.05 Ebtida, 1.35 Mixboy, 2.10 Boots And Spurs, 2.40 Only Orsenfoolsies, 3.45 Short Work, 4.20 Cool Strutter. Wolverhampton 4.40 Dr Richard Kimble, 5.10 Arch Gold, 5.40 Handsome Bob, 6.10 Lady Joanna Vassa, 6.40 Dalalah, 7.10 Lotara, 7.40 Omotesando, 8.10 Mr C.
4/1 Chickenfortea 3:15 Catterick West Country: Tim Mitchell
Dostal Phil (12.55 Bangor, nap)
The form of his French win has been impressively franked by the runner-up who looks very smart and connections have high hopes for this exciting recruit. He is fancied to take the beating on hurdling debut.
Others to follow Bangor 1.25 Modus, 3.35 Neachells Bridge. Chepstow 1.15 Ballygown Bay, 2.50 Ramses De Teillee, 3.25 Rock On Oscar, 3.55 Smart Boy, 4.30 As I See It.
10/11 Dostal Phil 12:55 Bangor-on-Dee Racing Post Ratings: Steve Mason
Smart Boy (3.55 Chepstow, nap)
Much improved for more positive tactics for his new yard and bolted up at Plumpton last week. Should prove hard top beat under a 7lb penalty.
8/11 Smart Boy 3:55 Chepstow Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Milan Of Crystal (3.05 Bangor)
Has scored twice already this month and a hat trick looks on the cards for Dave Roberts' thriving, in-form mare.
7/1 Milan Of Crystal 3:05 Bangor-on-Dee Longshot: Ed Quigley
Saint John Henry (1.45 Chepstow)
Lost his way when last seen over hurdles, but trip, track and ground will suit and can go well on chase debut.
16/1 Saint John Henry 1:45 Chepstow There is no Irish racing
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Post by dennisg on Oct 31, 2017 7:40:14 GMT
Coneygree and Cue Card head a high-quality list of 13 entries for the bet365 Charlie Hall Chase at Wetherby on Saturday. Sky Bet made Coneygree their narrow from Cue Card at when opening their market for the race on Monday. Connections of the Mark Bradstock-trained Coneygree have had this race in mind as a starting point for the season for the 2015 Cheltenham Gold Cup hero, subject to suitable ground. The 10-year-old has been restricted to just three races since then, one being the Betfair Chase at Haydock in November 2016 when he was second to Cue Card. Colin Tizzard's evergreen 11-year-old took this prize in 2015 and was third 12 months ago. Sizing Codelco also represents the Dorset trainer. Blaklion was fourth in the latest renewal and makes his first appearance since finishing fourth in the Grand National. His trainer Nigel Twiston-Davies also has Bristol De Mai under consideration for the three-mile Grade Two contest. Others in the mix include David Pipe's National sixth Vieux Lion Rouge, the Brian Ellison-trained Definitly Red and Village Vic from Philip Hobbs' stable. The going at the West Yorkshire track was described as soft, good to soft in places on Monday afternoon and clerk of the course Jonjo Sanderson does not expect conditions to change much come the end of the week. "We've had a dry, very calm clear day, but not massively drying," said Sanderson. "We've got a bit of rain forecast overnight up to about lunchtime tomorrow, maybe about three or four millimetres, which won't make a huge difference, nor will it dry out the course particularly any more. "The rest of the week is relatively dry and settled, but I'm not anticipating a huge variance. "Assuming we do get rain on Tuesday I can see it staying around good to soft, soft. It's not going to be any quicker than good to soft by Friday. "I'm delighted with the entries. The big one looks a cracking race on paper at the minute. We'll just have to see what turns up at the weekend. There's some great quality in there."
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 31, 2017 7:40:29 GMT
TODAY'S NAPS TIME CRS TIPSTER LEVEL STAKES Peace And Plenty 7:40 Wolv attheraces.com, Lawrence Taylor +26 Wylde Magic 2:50 Chep sportinglife.com +11.62 Mixboy 1:35 Catt Racing UK, The Score +11.5 Machree 12:35 Catt Glasgow Evening Times, Jeffrey Ross +9.62 Fairway To Heaven 6:40 Wolv Morning Star, Farringdon +6 Alpine Secret 2:30 Bang The Sun, Templegate +5.88 Wylde Magic 2:50 Chep Racing Post, Spotlight +5.38 Chickenfortea 3:15 Catt Racing Post, The North +5.25 Wait For Me 3:25 Chep Wolverhampton Express & Star, Andrew Bladen +4 Smart Boy 3:55 Chep Racing Post, RP Ratings +3.5 My Brother Mike 7:40 Wolv Daily Telegraph, Marlborough +3 Culture De Sivola 2:50 Chep Weekender, Paul Kealy +3 One For Rosie 3:35 Bang Liverpool Echo, Chris Wright +2.13 Fairway To Heaven 6:40 Wolv Daily Mail, Robin Goodfellow +2 Short Work 3:45 Catt Chester Leader, Charlie Croasdale +1.33 As I See It 4:30 Chep Sheffield Star, Fortunatus +1 Royal Connoisseur 2:10 Catt The Sun On Sunday, Sirius +1 Haul Away 3:35 Bang Racing Post, Lambourn +1 Smart Boy 3:55 Chep Daily Mirror, Newsboy +0.33 Fingal's Cave 2:10 Catt Racing Post, Postdata 0 Dostal Phil 12:55 Bang Racing Post, West Country 0 Laieth 5:10 Wolv Sunday Express, Jason Heavey -0.23 Duel At Dawn 3:25 Chep Belfast Newsletter, Wise Owl -0.38 Rock On Oscar 3:25 Chep Gloucestershire Echo, Melissa Jones -0.4 Attention Seaker 2:40 Catt Racing and Football Outlook -0.5 Escalator 5:10 Wolv Western Morning News, West Tip -1 Zalvados 12:55 Bang Blackpool Gazette, Steve Simpson -1.5 Haul Away 3:35 Bang Sky Sports News, Alex Hammond -1.5 Smart Boy 3:55 Chep Yorkshire Evening Post, Lee Sobot -1.75 Dream Mount 4:40 Wolv The Star, Patrick Weaver -2.09 Machree 12:35 Catt Yorkshire Post, The Duke -2.39 Modus 1:25 Bang Daily Star Sunday, Moorestyle -2.39 Canelo 1:15 Chep The Scotsman, Glendale -2.39 Modus 1:25 Bang Daily Express, The Scout -2.6 Mixboy 1:35 Catt Scottish Sun, Jim Delahunt -3 Wait For Me 3:25 Chep Irish Herald, Ian Gaughran -3 Wylde Magic 2:50 Chep The Irish Sun -3 Smart Boy 3:55 Chep The Guardian -3 Fingal's Cave 2:10 Catt The Times, Rob Wright -4 Worlds His Oyster 2:10 Catt Sunday Telegraph, Whistler -4 Quick Look 3:15 Catt Oxford Mail, Mark Edwards -4 Chickenfortea 3:15 Catt Glasgow Herald, PicksfromthePaddock -4 Ebitda 1:05 Catt Sunday Mail, Rockavon -4 Dostal Phil 12:55 Bang Shropshire Star, Andy Morris -4 Wait For Me 3:25 Chep Daily Record, Garry Owen -4 Captain Cattistock 1:15 Chep Irish Post, Karl Hedley -4 Smart Boy 3:55 Chep Scottish Express, Chris Goulding -4 Boutan 2:20 Chep The Irish Field, Rory Delargy -4 As I See It 4:30 Chep Daily Post, Mercury -4 Tricky Dicky 3:45 Catt The Press, York, Ebor -4
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 31, 2017 7:46:52 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 31, 2017 7:47:26 GMT
CATTERICK ROBIN GOODFELLOW 12.35 Bahuta Acha 1.05 Ebitda 1.35 Jabbaar (nb) 2.10 Boots And Spurs 2.40 Ingleby Hollow 3.15 Chickenfortea 3.45 Short Work 4.20 Redrosezorro GIMCRACK 12.35 Machree (nap) 1.05 Compton River 1.35 Mixboy (nb) 2.10 Al Khan 2.40 Only Orsenfoolsies 3.15 Jacob’s Pillow 3.45 Adam’s Ale 4.20 Snow Excuse CHEPSTOW ROBIN GOODFELLOW 1.15 Canelo 1.45 Vinnie Lewis 2.20 Dalaman 2.50 Wylde Magic 3.25 Rock On Oscar 3.55 Smart Boy 4.30 Joyrider GIMCRACK 1.15 Canelo 1.45 Vinegar Hill 2.20 Shadow Blue 2.50 Mondello 3.25 Rock On Oscar 3.55 For Carmel 4.30 As I See It WOLVERHAMPTON ROBIN GOODFELLOW 4.40 La La Land 5.10 Laieth 5.40 Jellmood 6.10 Archie Stevens 6.40 Fairway To Heaven (nap) 7.10 Tasaaboq 7.40 My Brother Mike 8.10 Royal Melody GIMCRACK 4.40 La La Land 5.10 Alpine Peak 5.40 Jellmood 6.10 Roubles 6.40 Hisar 7.10 Mr Michael 7.40 Outback Blue 8.10 Subotal BANGOR ROBIN GOODFELLOW 12.55 Dostal Phil 1.25 Modus 2.00 Sauvignon 2.30 Bold Duke 3.05 Grand Turina 3.35 One For Rosie 4.10 Cherokee Prince GIMCRACK 12.55 Turtle Wars 1.25 Modus 2.00 Pennywell 2.30 Ballycool 3.05 Cave Top 3.35 Haul Away 4.10 Copper Coin Read more: www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/racing/article-5033285/Robin-Goodfellow-s-racing-tips-Best-bets-October-31.html#ixzz4x4O8DelD Follow us: @mailonline on Twitter | DailyMail on Facebook
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 31, 2017 7:48:36 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 31, 2017 13:04:26 GMT
May 9 could be a date worth circling in next year's diary. If history repeats itself in 2018, that will the day that both the Derby and Oaks winner can be seen in action on the same card.
As part of the first major change to the Chester May festival in a decade and a half, the Arkle Finance Cheshire Oaks - won this year by Enable - and the MBNA Chester Vase - in which Wings of Eagles was second - will both be run on the opening day of the meeting next spring.
The Boodles Ormonde Stakes and Dee Stakes will be staged on the second day and the feature 188 Bet Chester Cup moved to the final afternoon.
The Cup has been run on the opening day since the meeting was switched to a Wednesday-to-Friday format in 2003, though it was staged on the middle Wednesday prior to that.
Chester manager and clerk of the course Andrew Morris said on Monday: "We're always looking at ways that we might be able to improve the meeting, 2017 was one of the most successful in our history. We've often toyed with the idea of running the Chester Cup on the Friday and we felt there were good reasons for making the change next year.
"By running the Cheshire Oaks and the Chester Vase on the Wednesday it means that we're ensuring we provide the best possible turf conditions for the Oaks and the Derby contenders. It's the 100th running of the Vase in 2018 so that deserves special recognition of its own, sitting on the Wednesday.
"The Cup is the highlight of our season and the most valuable race in our programme. By running it on the last day it allows a sense of anticipation to build over the three days. And it also means the race is run in front of our biggest crowd of the three days so that seems a far better fit."P
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 31, 2017 18:47:19 GMT
Bangor-on-dee, 31 Oct 17 Race 1 - 12:55pm THE H.N. NUTTALL LTD NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Andrew Tinkler, the rider of the winner, WHATMORE, was suspended for 4 days for using his whip in the incorrect place.
Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that BAILEYS GALAXY (FR), unplaced, lost its left hind shoe.
Race 3 - 2:00pm THE ORDER TIMEFORM JUMPS HORSES TO FOLLOW HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) An enquiry was held into the apparent improvement in form of the winner, WALTER ONEEIGHTONE (IRE), ridden by Killian Moore and trained by Jonjo O’Neill, which had never previously been placed. The trainer’s representative could offer no explanation for the gelding's performance. WALTER ONEEIGHTONE (IRE) was routine tested.
Race 4 - 2:30pm THE ORDER NEW TIMEFORM CHASERS AND HURDLERS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for DESIE VU (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race the representative of Sarah-Jayne Davies reported that PASSING FIESTA, which was pulled up, had a breathing problem.
Race 5 - 3:05pm THE CLIFTONS OF WREXHAM HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) The record of vaccinations in the passport of VERANO (GER) did not comply with the Rules of Racing. Oliver Greenall was fined £280 as this was his second offence within the previous 12 months.
Permission was given for GRAND TURINA to be mounted on the course. CAVE TOP (IRE) wore earplugs.
Race 7 - 4:10pm THE OLIVER GREENALL RACING STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Leighton Aspell, who was declared to ride EUXTON LANE (IRE) failed to weigh out. As no explanation had been received from the rider, he was fined £140 and Wayne Hutchinson was substituted.
Following the race Jamie Moore reported that COPPER COIN, placed fourth, was denied a clear run. View Stewards report Catterick Bridge, 31 Oct 17 Race 1 - 12:35pm THE HALLOWEEN EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, David Allan reported that WARRIOR’S VALLEY, unplaced, became unbalanced in the final two furlongs.
Race 2 - 1:05pm THE GO RACING IN YORKSHIRE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Prior to this race the Stewards raised a query with Karen Tutty, the trainer of MISS MAYSON, into the reason why she was running the filly here at Catterick on ground described as Soft, Good to Soft in places, when she had declared the filly a non-runner (reason - going) at Musselburgh on 1st October on ground with the same official description. The trainer stated that as there were few opportunities left to run the filly on the turf they would take their chance on this occasion.
The Stewards noted that TAN, trained by Tony Coyle was a non-runner (bruised foot) at Redcar the previous day. Having been examined by the Veterinary Officer prior to this race, the gelding was deemed fit to race.
The performance of CULLODEN which started favourite and finished unplaced, was considered. Shaun Harris’s explanation that the gelding was unsuited by being unable to dominate on this occasion was noted. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 3 - 1:35pm THE EAT DRINK SLEEP NAGS HEAD PICKHILL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) The Veterinary Officer reported that WELD AL EMARAT, unplaced, trained by Michael Easterby, had lost its right fore shoe.
Race 4 - 2:10pm THE DINE AND VIEW AT CATTERICK RACES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for ROYAL CONNOISSEUR (IRE) to go early to post.
Race 5 - 2:40pm THE BOOK NOW FOR NEW YEAR'S DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Nicola Currie, the rider of JAN SMUTS (IRE), unplaced, was suspended for 2 days for using her whip above the permitted level from turning out of the back straight. Being a 7lb claimer, Currie was accompanied in the enquiry by trainer Wilf Storey.
Following the race, Jamie Gormley reported that IN FOCUS (IRE), unplaced, ran too free. Philip Makin reported that NEWT, unplaced, weakened quickly turning into the home straight. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 6 - 3:15pm THE racinguk.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (DIV I) Permission was given for CHICKENFORTEA (IRE), ECONOMIC CRISIS and JACOB’S PILLOW to go early to post.
Following the race, Jason Hart reported that CHICKENFORTEA (IRE), unplaced, stumbled on the bend 3 furlongs from home. James Sullivan reported that CROSSE FIRE, placed third, hung left in the straight.
Race 7 - 3:45pm THE racinguk.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (DIV II) Permission was given for LUCKY BEGGAR (IRE) and ADAM'S ALE to go early to post.
Following the race, Paul Hanagan reported that BALLYMORE CASTLE (IRE), unplaced, was slowly away.
Race 8 - 4:20pm THE JUMP SEASON NEXT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for COOL STRUTTER (IRE) and ROBBIAN to go early to post.
COOL STRUTTER (IRE), trained by Karen Tutty, ran at Redcar the previous day. Having been examined by the Veterinary Officer the gelding was deemed fit to race.
Leaving the starting stalls EXCELLENT WORLD (IRE), unplaced, jumped right onto TELLOVOI (IRE), unplaced, which in turn interfered with LE LAITIER (FR), but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Noel Garbutt reported that ROBBIAN, placed third, jumped awkwardly leaving the starting stalls. Jamie Gormley reported that LE LAITER (FR), unplaced, was hampered at the start and never travelling thereafter. Graham Lee reported that SNOW EXCUSE, stumbled after the road crossing and then turning into the home straight he felt as though something was amiss and therefore pulled the gelding up. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities. View Stewards report Chepstow, 31 Oct 17 Race 1 - 1:15pm THE JOIN ROGUES GALLERY RACING CLUB MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that WESTERN MORNING (IRE), unplaced, lost its left hind shoe and OUT OF STYLE (IRE), unplaced, suffered from post-race colic.
Race 2 - 1:45pm THE dentfineart.com AND ASCENDANCE FASHION STEEPLE CHASE (A NOVICES' LIMITED HANDICAP) (CLASS 4) Following the race, David Bass reported that BANDON ROC, which was pulled up, was never travelling and Ciaran Gethings reported that JACK IN A BOX, which was pulled up, jumped poorly throughout. The Veterinary Officer reported that post-race examinations of BANDON ROC, which was pulled up, failed to reveal any abnormalities and of JACK IN A BOX, which was pulled up, revealed the gelding to be lame on its left hind.
Race 3 - 2:20pm THE POLAR BEAR WINDOWS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Permission was given for COME ON LOUIS to go early to post and to be mounted on the chute and for ORTHODOX LAD to go early to post.
Race 4 - 2:50pm THE ETHEL GOLD MEMORIAL (SPONSORED BY PICKWICK BOOKMAKERS) "CONFINED" HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) RAMSES DE TEILLEE (FR) wore ear plugs.
Following the race, Richard Johnson reported that ROYALE DJANGO (IRE), which was pulled up, stopped quickly.
Race 5 - 3:25pm THE WINNING POST BOOKMAKERS BRISTOL NOVICES' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Permission was given for GENERAL BUX to go early to post.
Race 6 - 3:55pm THE R M SOLUTIONS RECRUITMENT SPECIALISTS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Following the race, Trevor Whelan reported that ADMIRAL BLAKE, unplaced, was never travelling.
Race 7 - 4:30pm THE READ NOEL FEHILY AT 188BET STANDARD NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 6) (CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' AND AMATEUR RIDERS' RACE ) The record of vaccinations in the passport of BALLYMAGROARTY BOY (IRE) did not comply with the Rules of Racing. Nigel Hawke was fined £280 as this was his second offence within the previous 12 months.
Permission was given for BALLYMAGROARTY BOY (IRE) to be mounted in the Pre-Parade Ring. View Stewards report Wolverhampton, 31 Oct 17 Race 1 - 4:40pm THE 32Red.com NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for CALLING RIO (IRE) to be mounted in the chute.
Race 3 - 5:40pm THE £10 FREE AT 32Red.com NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) The Starter reported that JELLMOOD, trained by Marco Botti, reared over behind the stalls, unseating the rider, and was withdrawn at 5.42pm. The trainer was informed that the gelding could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Following the race, Kieran O’Neill reported that ALRIGHT DAVE, unplaced, hung badly right-handed.
Race 4 - 6:10pm THE BETWAY DASH HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Shortly after leaving the stalls, REGAL MISS, unplaced, lugged left-handed, causing TIDAL’S BABY, placed second, to be steadied, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Joe Doyle reported that ROUBLES (USA), unplaced, was denied a clear run approaching the final furlong, Danny Brock reported that CHIP OR PELLET, unplaced, was denied a clear run approaching the final furlong, and Pat Cosgrave reported that COOL BREEZE (IRE), placed fourth, was continually denied a clear run in the straight until passing the ½ furlong marker.
Race 5 - 6:40pm THE BETWAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Permission was given for DALALAH to go early to post and be mounted in the chute and for QUITE A STORY to go early to post.
Race 6 - 7:10pm THE BETWAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Permission was given for GOADBY to go early to post.
Race 7 - 7:40pm THE BETWAY LIVE CASINO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for BERLUSCA (IRE) to be mounted in the chute.
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Post by Kimmy on Oct 31, 2017 18:48:22 GMT
Coneygree's participation in the bet365 Charlie Hall Chase at Wetherby on Saturday was given a boost after overnight rain.
While the West Yorkshire track did not receive the downpours seen in some local areas, the three millimetres which did fall was gladly accepted.
"It's very good news," said assistant trainer Sara Bradstock.
"I've been told all along the ground is likely to be good to soft and if that is the case, off we go.
"He'll be better for the run, but this race could have been framed for him to make his comeback."
Clerk of the course Jonjo Sanderson explained that while neighbouring villages saw more rain than actually fell at the track, conditions should be almost perfect for the returning stars, with Cue Card, More Of That, Definitly Red and Bristol De Mai in the mix.
"We actually had five millimetres at Tockwith where I live just down the road, but the track only got three," said Sanderson.
"Nevertheless, while I would have liked a bit more, it was gratefully received.
"I've just walked it at noon and it is predominantly soft and good to soft in places.
"I can't see it changing much, to be honest. The forecast is settled for cold nights, heavy dews and very little wind through the day so not particularly drying conditions."
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Post by dennisg on Nov 1, 2017 7:10:12 GMT
in today's sporting life................. Racing is in mourning after Britain's winning-most female trainer Mary Reveley died suddenly on Monday morning, aged 77. The former dual-purpose handler, who saddled over 2,000 winners in a pioneering career, died of a suspected heart attack at her family's North Yorkshire stables. Reveley's son, Keith, said: "She was walking about the yard and was with Gill Boanas, who is training there now. "She was around the horses, feeding them, and basically collapsed of a suspected heart attack. "We're all still in shock, but it's just typical of her that she was around horses right up to the end." Based at Groundhill Farm stables in Saltburn, Cleveland, Mary Reveley took out a training licence in 1982 with just four horses but soon emerged as a powerhouse of the northern circuit. She was the first woman in Britain to saddle 100 winners in a calendar year, having reached the significant milestone in 1991. In the same year she landed the Cambridgeshire handicap at Newmarket with her favourite horse, Mellottie. In 1992, Reveley then became the only British female to claim 50 victories in a Flat season. She twice won the Cesarewitch with Old Red (1995) and Turnpole (1997), while the likes of Cab On Target, Marello, Seven Towers and Into The Red secured big-race victories over jumps. She retired from training in 2004 and passed on the baton to her son, who announced his own retirement this January. Mary Reveley's Cab On Target Mary Reveley's Cab On Target Reveley added: "The only good thing was that she didn't suffer at all. "She always loved being on the farm and wasn't ever keen on going races as she just wanted to be around the horses. "She did it all without any publicity and always wanted to stay out of the limelight. Even in spite of not wanting publicity, she was sent all these horses and enjoyed wonderful success. "Her favourite horse all along was Mellottie. We bred him ourselves and he was her first ever foal. We bred him as jumper, but he was just a freak on the Flat and went from a mark of 60 up to 110, winning Listed races at Newmarket and also the Cambridgeshire. "The memories we have of her are just amazing. Her career was unbelievable and we didn't appreciate at the time just how successful she was." Reveley's grandson, James, is the current National Hunt champion jockey in France and told the Yorkshire Post: "Nan was my biggest supporter. "She was a very wise woman and the most loving grandmother you could wish for. May she rest in peace." The National Trainers Federation said in a statement that Reveley "was from that rare seam of trainers whose fundamental horse knowledge enables them to bring out each horse's full potential, whatever its characteristics and aptitudes". Trainer David Pipe said on Twitter that Reveley was "a tremendous trainer", while former northern-based jockey Dominic Elsworth said she was "so shrewd and was great at giving young lads a chance". Peter Niven used to ride for Reveley when he was a jockey, credited her with having as big an impact on the northern scene as Martin Pipe did in the south. "She was training them exactly the same as Martin Pipe, but at the time nobody knew it - it was interval training," Niven said. "Mary never realised it at the time, but she was producing top-class results. "Of course, Martin was revolutionising racing on a numbers scale, but what Mary did should not be underestimated. "Her attention to detail was second to none. The horses were always immaculately turned out and she could train anything." Niven rode over 1,000 National Hunt winners during his career, with a large percentage for Reveley. Now a trainer based in Malton, he added: "We had some great days together, but Mary took as much joy as winning a seller at Sedgefield than at Cheltenham or Aintree. "I always tell people the best feeling I ever had off a horse was Cab On Target winning the Mildmay (Novices' Chase) at Aintree (1993). "He went flat-out for three miles that day and pinged every fence. He got such a high rating after that performance life afterwards was tough for him, but he was very good that day. That's the one that stands out. "She didn't go racing, she just let the results speak for themselves. "It's very sad she's died. I'd not had that much contact with her in recent years, but obviously we'll always be linked. "She was a ground-breaker. She set the bar in the north."
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Post by dennisg on Nov 1, 2017 7:14:50 GMT
Anita Chambers provides a selection for every race on Wednesday, with Hajaam fancied to go in again at Kempton. Hajaam has been on the march in recent weeks and can bring up his five-timer in the 32Red Handicap at Kempton. Charlie Fellowes' charge seems to have really found his groove now, having finally got his head in front at the fifth time of asking at Haydock in September. He was well off the pace in two starts at the start of the year and was then away from the track until August, taking a couple of runs to get his eye in following a gelding operation before finally coming good. That victory proved a turning point as he subsequently sluiced up by six lengths at Kempton before defying a 12lb hike at Leicester and a further 6lb increase at Yarmouth. Clearly Hajaam has more to find with another 2lb on his back and in a better class of company here, but he is clearly on the upgrade and starting to justify the 250,000 guineas he cost as a yearling back in 2015. Domitilla returns from a lengthy break in the 32Red On The App Store Maiden Stakes but can take advantage of what could be a good opportunity. She finished fourth on her only start to date, racing a bit keenly before hanging a bit for pressure when beaten just under seven lengths by Princess De Lune at Newbury in April. The winner has since been tried in Listed company, while three winners have emerged from the also-rans, so the form looks decent and Domitilla can further enhance those statistics. Rosarno recently snapped a near 12-month barren spell with a win at Nottingham at the start of October and he can follow up back at that track. Charlie Hills' runner had fallen a little way down the ratings having been out of luck for such a lengthy spell, with a few attempts at middle distance failing to bring out the best in him. However, dropped back to an extended mile and with a bit of cut in the ground at Colwick Park, Rosarno made the most of a less than ideal passage to eke out a neck victory. The handicapper has been limited to a 2lb rise and that may not be enough to stop a Rosarno double in the ROA/Racing Post Owners Jackpot Handicap. The EBF Stallions Golden Horn Maiden Stakes honours John Gosden's superstar and the Newmarket handler has a likely winner of the second division of the race in Petit Palais. A Champs Elysees half-brother to 2000 Guineas winner Galileo Gold, Petit Palais certainly has the right kind of pedigree to be making his mark at a better level next term. Mercian King threw in a rare bad run on his penultimate start but righted the ship last time and can go on again at Fakenham. That seventh place at Stratford represented the only occasion Mercian King had finished out of the first three in nine starts for Amy Murphy, but the application of cheekpieces could have made an impact. With the headgear removed, he bounced back in style at Worcester and can be relied upon to be in the shake-up in the Greene King IPA Handicap Chase. Nicky Henderson's Barman has not won since September 2016, but he can get back on the victory trail in the totepoolliveinfo.com "Confined" Handicap Hurdle at Taunton. Sporting Life suggestions : 5.10 Hanrai, 5.40 Foreign Secretary, 6.10 Rose Anjou, 6.40 Tonkinese, 7.10 Melisandre, 7.40 Bid Adieu, 8.10 Fioruisce, 8.40 Ben Rumson. : 1.10 Royal Ruby, 1.40 Alexander The Grey, 2.10 Aiguille Rouge, 2.40 Mercian King, 3.10 Miss Mayfair, 3.40 Wade Harper, 4.10 Golden Friday. : 4.25 Llamrei, 4.55 Exec Chef, 5.25 Sky Rocket, 5.55 Balgair, 6.25 Domitilla, 6.55 Innoko, 7.25 HAJAAM (NAP), 7.55 Epsom Secret. : 12.30 Tamkeen, 1.00 Petit Palais, 1.30 Rosarno, 2.00 Rydan, 2.30 Lydiate Lady, 3.00 World Record, 3.30 Hitchcock, 4.00 Royal Cosmic. : 1.20 Cabernet D'Alene, 1.50 Challico, 2.20 Pokari, 2.50 Charlie Mon, 3.20 Barman, 3.50 Royal Chief, 4.20 St Andrews. DOUBLE: Hajaam and Rosarno.
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Post by dennisg on Nov 1, 2017 7:16:33 GMT
The National Hunt season steps up another notch on Saturday and we have 11/1 and 12/1 ante-post selections for the card at Ascot. Ifs and buts abound in the Byrne Group Handicap Chase at Ascot on Saturday as is so often the case. The free-running Marracudja appeals as a favourite to take on despite having been given a chance by the handicapper. He's gone back up 2lbs from a career low mark after a satisfactory return at Kempton but remains 6lbs below his peak. Last year's first and third (Quite By Chance and Festive Affair) line up again but they are 9lbs and 15lbs higher in the handicap and of more interest is the unexposed, on these shores, Ballotin who made a winning debut for Philip Hobbs at Wetherby. Venetia Williams' string appears more out than in at this stage of the season but the Herefordshire handler has saddled the winner in two of the last four and three of the last nine renewals. She has two entered and Calipto has always appealed as a horse with more to offer in this discipline. He hasn't had a lot of racing in the last two seasons and the same is true of talented rivals Duke Of Navan and Chris Pea Green. The market could prove revealing in all instances. Williams' other runner Zamdy Man may prefer easier ground than he's likely to encounter here and the same is true of the progressive Speredek whose winning spree came on soft. It becomes easier to understand why Marracudja heads the betting but he doesn't appear to have that much scope to progress significantly beyond the form that he's already shown and while that may be enough to put him in the mix, it doesn't make him an attractive betting proposition. Relative outsider Somchine is not dismissed but Max Ward appeals as the one to back at a double figure price. Tom George's horses appear to be well forward and there should be a good deal more to come from this second season chaser in this campaign. He is on a career high mark after finishing fourth in a two and a half mile Grade One at Aintree but this strong traveller could enjoy reverting to a handicap over the minimum on decent ground that promises to be run at a decent clip. He finished just over a length in front of Marracudja (off levels) when the pair clashed behind Altior at Sandown but progressed afterwards whether his rival arguably regressed. That is reflected in their respective ratings to some extent but Max Ward retains the potential for further progress and is a fair price to prove that at the first time of asking. The William Hill Handicap Hurdle is usually a red-hot affair and this year's renewal looks no different. Second season hurdlers have the upper hand more often than not and if Jenkins - one time favourite for the Supreme Novices' Hurdle at Cheltenham - finally lives up to his reputation then the rest may be playing for place money. He had a valid excuse when disappointing at Newbury and could easily prove to be in a different class but he's been chalked up at 7/2 and is one of three entries for the yard. Elgin looks a rock solid second favourite at 6/1 with a run under his belt but a more adventurous play at twice those odds would be Don Bersy, trained by former Henderson assistant Tom Symonds. Symonds' career hasn't taken off as many predicted but this horse has the potential to see his handler involved in the big Saturday races. He fell when travelling well (some way out admittedly) on his hurdling debut but then went on to win his next three, only missing out on the spring festivals due to connections desire to mind him at this stage of his career. He was beaten on his handicap bow at Newbury but looked all over the winner before not getting home over two miles three and he certainly has more than enough potential to win from his current mark. Whether he will be allowed to take his chance on the ground is another matter but he hasn't looked like an out and out mudlark and is worth a small interest in the hope he lines up.
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Post by dennisg on Nov 1, 2017 7:18:23 GMT
Smart handicap hurdler Modus got off to the perfect start over fences in the Equine Lens Novices' Chase at Bangor. Trained by Paul Nicholls for JP McManus, the seven-year-old won the Lanzarote Hurdle last season and was sixth in the Coral Cup at Cheltenham in March, before finishing the campaign with fifth place in the Select Hurdle at Sandown. Barry Geraghty's mount faced just two rivals in the extended two-and-a-half-mile contest, landing just in front of Midnight Target after the last and striding nicely clear for a five-length success. His rider told Racing UK: "He relaxed and jumped well, he wore the hood mainly to help him in the preliminaries. Today was the most professional he's been, he settled in the preliminaries. "He was a highly-rated hurdler, he just fell short of the top level but hopefully he can improve over fences."
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 1, 2017 10:09:41 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 1, 2017 10:10:23 GMT
KEMPTON ROBIN GOODFELLOW 4.25 Magic Pulse 4.55 Exec Chef 5.25 Te Koop 5.55 Lacan 6.25 Damocles 6.55 Denmead 7.25 Al Hamdany 7.55 Spiritofedinburgh GIMCRACK 4.25 Llamrei 4.55 Exec Chef 5.25 Sky Rocket 5.55 Balgair 6.25 Domitilla 6.55 Innoko 7.25 Hajaam (nap) 7.55 Epsom Secret FAKENHAM ROBIN GOODFELLOW 1.10 Royal Ruby 1.40 Summer Storm 2.10 Aiguille Rouge 2.40 Artifice Sivola 3.10 Spin Point 3.40 Prettylittlething 4.10 Myplaceatmidnight GIMCRACK 1.10 Royal Ruby 1.40 Alexander The Grey 2.10 Aiguille Rouge 2.40 Mercian King 3.10 Miss Mayfair 3.40 Wade Harper 4.10 Golden Friday NOTTINGHAM ROBIN GOODFELLOW 12.30 Uae Soldier 1.00 Ispolini 1.30 Maratha (nb) 2.00 St Mary’s 2.30 Ebitda (nap) 3.00 Dellaguista 3.30 Hitchcock 4.00 England Expects GIMCRACK 12.30 Tamkeen 1.00 Petit Palais 1.30 Rosarno (nb) 2.00 Rydan 2.30 Lydiate Lady 3.00 World Record 3.30 Hitchcock 4.00 Royal Cosmic TAUNTON ROBIN GOODFELLOW 1.20 Tunnel Creek 1.50 Challico 2.20 Grand Inquisitor 2.50 Clay Allison 3.20 Zalvados 3.50 Royal Chief 4.20 St Andrews GIMCRACK 1.20 Cabernet D’alene 1.50 Challico 2.20 Pokari 2.50 Charlie Mon 3.20 Barman 3.50 Royal Chief 4.20 St Andrews Read more: www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/racing/article-5036781/Robin-Goodfellow-s-racing-tips-Best-bets-November-1.html#ixzz4xAobSznK Follow us: @mailonline on Twitter | DailyMail on Facebook
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 1, 2017 10:11:14 GMT
TODAY'S NAPS TIME CRS TIPSTER LEVEL STAKES Gold Struck 8:40 Dund attheraces.com, Lawrence Taylor +25 Exec Chef 4:55 Kemp Racing UK, The Score +13.38 Captain Navarre 6:55 Kemp sportinglife.com +10.62 Agar's Plough 1:00 Nott Glasgow Evening Times, Jeffrey Ross +10.28 Artifice Sivola 2:40 Fknm Weekender, Paul Kealy +9 Ispolini 1:00 Nott Morning Star, Farringdon +5 St Mary's 2:00 Nott The Sun, Templegate +4.88 World Record 3:00 Nott Liverpool Echo, Chris Wright +4.63 Hajaam 7:25 Kemp Racing Post, Spotlight +4.38 Magic Pulse 4:25 Kemp Racing Post, The North +4.25 Lady Of Longstone 4:20 Tntn Wolverhampton Express & Star, Andrew Bladen +3 St Mary's 2:00 Nott Chester Leader, Charlie Croasdale +2.71 Tunnel Creek 1:20 Tntn Racing Post, RP Ratings +2.5 Tunnel Creek 1:20 Tntn Daily Telegraph, Marlborough +2 Ebitda 2:30 Nott Daily Mail, Robin Goodfellow +1 McCabe Creek 2:40 Fknm Sunday Express, Jason Heavey +0.31 Frima 7:40 Dund Sheffield Star, Fortunatus 0 Royal Ruby 1:10 Fknm Racing Post, Lambourn 0 Cabernet D'Alene 1:20 Tntn Sunday Mail, Rockavon 0 Exec Chef 4:55 Kemp The Sun On Sunday, Sirius 0 Cashanova 1:40 Fknm Daily Mirror, Newsboy -0.67 Off Art 1:30 Nott Racing Post, Postdata -1 Cabernet D'Alene 1:20 Tntn Racing Post, West Country -1 Off Art 1:30 Nott Scottish Sun, Jim Delahunt -1.13 Hitchcock 3:30 Nott Belfast Newsletter, Wise Owl -1.38 Wings Of Smoke 3:40 Fknm Gloucestershire Echo, Melissa Jones -1.4 Artifice Sivola 2:40 Fknm Racing and Football Outlook -1.5 Champagne Rules 7:55 Kemp Yorkshire Post, The Duke -1.72 Pompey Chimes 5:25 Kemp Western Morning News, West Tip -2 Denmead 6:55 Kemp Oxford Mail, Mark Edwards -2.13 Master Archer 2:00 Nott Daily Star Sunday, Moorestyle -2.16 Hajaam 7:25 Kemp Daily Express, The Scout -2.38 Dentley De Mee 2:20 Tntn Blackpool Gazette, Steve Simpson -2.5 Rich Identity 1:00 Nott Sky Sports News, Alex Hammond -2.5 Hajaam 7:25 Kemp Yorkshire Evening Post, Lee Sobot -2.75 Exec Chef 4:55 Kemp The Star, Patrick Weaver -3.09 Hajaam 7:25 Kemp The Scotsman, Glendale -3.39 Mr Ormsby 6:40 Dund The Irish Sun -4 Generous Chief 3:50 Tntn Irish Herald, Ian Gaughran -4 Hajaam 7:25 Kemp The Guardian -4 Red Avenger 6:40 Dund Glasgow Herald, PicksfromthePaddock -5 Rosarno 1:30 Nott Sunday Telegraph, Whistler -5 McCabe Creek 2:40 Fknm Daily Record, Garry Owen -5 That's The Deal 3:40 Fknm The Irish Field, Rory Delargy -5 Royal Ruby 1:10 Fknm Daily Post, Mercury -5 Royal Ruby 1:10 Fknm Shropshire Star, Andy Morris -5 The Kid 1:20 Tntn Irish Post, Karl Hedley -5 Hajaam 7:25 Kemp The Press, York, Ebor -5 Balgair 5:55 Kemp The Times, Rob Wright -5 Damocles 6:25 Kemp Scottish Express, Chris Goulding -5
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 1, 2017 10:12:05 GMT
BANKER
Royal Ruby (1.10 Fakenham)
Impressive debut winner when landing a Southwell bumper on good ground in March and returns to the fray in what looks an average maiden hurdle. The son of Yeats retains the hood that was fitted for debut and he showed a bright turn of foot on that occasion to kick clear of two useful rivals. The second hasn't been seen since but the third fairly bolted up in a better race at Market Rasen. He should take this prize before going on to better things.
4/6 Royal Ruby 1:10 Fakenham EYECATCHER
Magic Pulse (4.25 Kempton)
A lot went wrong for Ann Duffield's filly on handicap debut over the minimum trip at this course last month and she can make amends here under Adam Kirby. Ridden by Tom Queally on that occasion, she broke awkwardly, was short of room more than once and was carried ridiculously wide off the last bend. Despite all of this, she ran on strongly to take second behind a runaway winner and looks to have the necessary ability to take this prize.
- Magic Pulse 4:25 Kempton (AW) Let our experts point you in the direction of the winners with invaluable punting pointers delivered directly to your inbox. Sign up here to get our free newsletter every week RP.
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 1, 2017 10:12:56 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Agar's Plough (1.00 Nottingham, nap)
Ed Dunlop's chestnut is unlucky to still be a maiden after his three runs in similar company. The son of Dutch Art has worked well on the Limekilns of late and should enjoy the ease in the ground.
Others to follow Nottingham 12.30 Uae Soldier, 2.00 Master Archer, 3.00 World Record, 3.30 Harlequin Rock. Kempton 4.55 Exec Chef, 5.25 Te Koop, 5.55 Spun Gold, 6.25 Damocles, 6.55 Denmead, 7.25 Hajaam.
14/1 Agar's Plough 1:00 Nottingham Lambourn: James Burn
Royal Ruby (1.10 Fakenham, nap)
From a family champion trainer Nicky Henderson knows inside out, this five-year-old is a chaser in the making, but has potential over hurdles and has done well during the summer.
Others to follow Fakenham 3.10 Doolin, 4.10 Myplaceatmidnight. Kempton 7.25 Flight Of Fantasy. Nottingham 12.30 Tamkeen, 1.30 Rosarno, 2.30 Glacier Point. Taunton 3.20 Barman.
4/6 Royal Ruby 1:10 Fakenham North: Colin Russell
Magic Pulse (4.25 Kempton, nap)
Met all sorts of trouble prior to finishing second on her all-weather and nursery debut. Poorly drawn today but step up in trip should suit and fancied to go one better.
Others to follow Fakenham 2.10 Hazy Manor. Kempton 6.55 Calvinist. Nottingham 12.30 King's Procter, 1.00 The Lincoln Lawyer, 1.30 Off Art, 2.00 Saved By The Bell, 2.30 Lydiate Lady, 3.00 Dellaguista, 3.30 Ingleby Angel, 4.00 Royal Cosmic.
- Magic Pulse 4:25 Kempton (AW) West Country: Andrew King
Cabernet D'Alene (1.20 Taunton, nap)
Goes well fresh and has had a nice break since winning at Newton Abbot so expected to run a big race.
Others to follow Taunton 1.50 Challico 2.20 Darling Maltaix 2.50 Limoncello 3.50 Leg Lock Luke 4.20 Lady Of Longstone Fakenham 3.10 The Way You dance 3.40 Prettylittlething.
4/1 Cabernet D'Alene 1:20 Taunton Racing Post Ratings: Steve Mason
Tunnel Creek (1.20 Taunton, nap)
Looked unsuited by the drop down in trip latest, but previously impressed on debut for current yard at Worcester and should relish the step back up in distance today.
4/1 Tunnel Creek 1:20 Taunton Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Cashanova (1.40 Fakenham)
Showed promise a couple of times last season and brought down on his seasonal return at Huntingdon recently. Too early to be definitive about his prospects but worth another chance.
9/2 Cashanova 1:40 Fakenham Longshot: Ed Quigley
The Kvilleken (4.20 Taunton)
Infrequent winner but will enjoy the ground and cannot be ruled out off a lowly mark of 73.
7/1 The Kvilleken 4:20 Taunton Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Tonkinese (6.40 Dundalk)
A dual winner who made a belated reappearance here in August before delivering a better effort when fourth over today's course and distance 19 days ago. Should be capable of improvement and the four-year-old son of Authorized gets the vote to score for Michael Halford and Pat Smullen.
5/1 Tonkinese 6:40 Dundalk (AW)
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 1, 2017 10:13:17 GMT
When Tony Newcombe and Eoin Walsh team up at Kempton it’s worth taking note. They have a 44 per cent strike-rate at the track and combine with Tuolumne Meadows (7.55).
This is a good time of year for Lucy Wadham. She has a 23 per cent strike-rate with her horses two weeks either side of today’s date for the past five seasons. Artifice Sivola is her representative at Fakenham (2.40).
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Neil Farley gets on very well with Eric Alston’s Lydiate Lady, who runs in Nottingham’s 2.30. He has won on her on her last three starts and is fancied to make it four.
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 1, 2017 19:17:00 GMT
Nottingham, 01 Nov 17 Race 2 - 1:00pm THE EBF STALLIONS GOLDEN HORN MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (PLUS 10 RACE) (DIV II) Following the race, James Doyle reported that ISPOLINI, placed fourth, was very slowly away and Jack Mitchell reported that RICH IDENTITY, placed second, hung left under pressure.
Race 3 - 1:30pm THE ROA/RACING POST OWNERS JACKPOT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for MAGIC CITY (IRE) to be mounted in the chute.
The performance of MARATHA (IRE), which started favourite and finished unplaced, was considered. The representative of Stuart Williams could offer no explanation other than the gelding had raced freely when trapped wide without cover throughout the race. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of MARATHA (IRE) during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 4 - 2:00pm THE WATCH RACING UK ON BT TV HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for SWAHEEN to go early to post.
An enquiry was held to consider interference approximately a furlong after the start involving the winner, ST MARY’S and MASTER ARCHER (IRE), placed second. The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. Wood was suspended for 3 days for careless riding as he allowed his mount to edge left when insufficiently clear of ST MARY’S, causing it to be tightened for room and checked.
Approximately 2 furlongs out, WHINGING WILLIE (RE), unplaced, edged slightly left crowding SAVED BY THE BELL (IRE), placed fourth, on the rail, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, the riders of both RYDAN (IRE), unplaced, and SAVED BY THE BELL (IRE), placed fourth, reported that their mounts were denied clear runs.
Race 5 - 2:30pm THE WATCH RACING UK ON VIRGIN 536 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Approximately 1½ furlongs out, TWIST OF MAGIC (IRE), unplaced, lugged quickly left briefly hampering GLACIER POINT, unplaced, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
The winner, SEAMSTER, appeared to show an improvement in form compared with its previous run at Catterick on 10 October 2017 where the gelding finished tenth of twelve, beaten 9½ lengths. The representative of David Loughnane could offer no explanation for SEAMSTER’s improved form. The gelding was was routine tested.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that APRICOT SKY, unplaced, lost its left fore shoe.
Race 6 - 3:00pm THE WATCH RACING UK ON SKY 432 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Permission was given for ACE MASTER, TALLY’S SON and UNONOTHINJONSNOW to go early to post.
Race 8 - 4:00pm THE AJA AMATEUR RIDERS' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) An enquiry was held to consider interference approximately 2½ furlongs out involving ENGLAND EXPECTS, placed second, TOP DIKTAT, unplaced, and ROCK’N GOLD, unplaced. The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. Mr J. Brace was cautioned for careless riding in that he maneuvered right when insufficiently clear, tightening TOP DIKTAT for room, causing it to bump into ROCK’N GOLD. View Stewards report Taunton, 01 Nov 17 Race 1 - 1:20pm THE BET TOTEPLACEPOT AT BETFRED.COM 'HANDS AND HEELS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (RACING EXCELLENCE INITIATIVE) (Conditional Jockeys' and Amateur Riders' Race) The winner, MIDNIGHT GYPSY, appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Worcester on 17 October 2017 where the mare finished eleventh of sixteen, beaten by 49¼ lengths. The trainer’s representative’s explanation that the mare had lost confidence chasing and was only just regaining its confidence over hurdles was noted. MIDNIGHT GYPSY was routine tested.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that YES DADDY (IRE), unplaced, lost its right fore shoe.
Race 2 - 1:50pm THE BET toteexacta AT betfred.com INTERACTIVE NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Harry Cobden, the rider of the winner, CHALLICO, was interviewed regarding his use of the whip after jumping the final hurdle. Having heard his evidence and viewed recordings of the incident, the Stewards accepted Cobden's explanation that he had to use the whip a number of times in the backhand with his hand on the rein to prevent the gelding, which had been hanging left and right-handed, from pulling itself up.
Race 3 - 2:20pm THE BET totequadpot AT betfred.com MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race, Harry Cobden reported that DARLING MALTAIX (FR), placed third, ran too free, and Charlie Poste reported that ATAMAN (IRE), unplaced, ran too free.
Race 4 - 2:50pm THE BET totetrifecta AT betfred.com NOVICES' HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that CULM COUNSELLOR, placed fourth, lost its left fore shoe.
Race 6 - 3:50pm THE COLLECT totepool WINNINGS FROM BETFRED SHOPS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Following the race, Johnny Farrelly reported that JUMP AND JUMP (IRE), unplaced, had a breathing problem. Daniel Hiskett reported that GENEROUS CHIEF (IRE), which started favourite and finished unplaced, jumped poorly. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of GENEROUS CHIEF (IRE) failed to reveal any abnormalities and also reported that MRSROBIN (IRE), placed second, lost its left fore shoe.
Race 7 - 4:20pm THE totepool LIVE INFO DOWNLOAD THE APP HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) It was noted that the winner, QUARRY LAMI (IRE), was dismounted on the track and did not enter the winner’s enclosure. Having received a report from the Veterinary Officer that this was due to the gelding being lame on its right fore, no further action was taken.
An enquiry was held into the apparent improvement in form of the winner, QUARRY LAMI (IRE), ridden by Ian Popham and trained by Oliver Greenall, which had never previously been placed. The representative of the trainer was interviewed. His comments that the gelding had benefitted from the step up in trip and the application of first-time cheekpieces and also appreciated the faster ground which was Good to Firm, Good in places on this occasion were noted.
Following the race, Charlie Hammond reported that ANNIE'SBOYDAVE, which was pulled up, jumped left-handed throughout. View Stewards report Fakenham, 01 Nov 17 Race 1 - 1:10pm THE PUDDING NORTON 'NATIONAL HUNT' MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for ARTHUR’S REUBEN to be mounted in the pre-parade ring. LINKENHOLT (IRE) wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
Following the race Sean Quinlan reported that ARTHUR’S REUBEN, unplaced, hung right throughout.
Race 2 - 1:40pm THE GREENE KING IPA HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for WIND PLACE AND SHO to go early to post and to be mounted on the course. BRIGHT TOMORROW (IRE) wore earplugs.
The sponsorship in relation to HALLINGHAM, trained by Ken Cunningham-Brown, did not comply with the Sponsorship Code of Conduct. Ken Cunningham-Brown was warned as to his responsibility to ensure that the correct sponsorship is carried.
Race 3 - 2:10pm THE BREEDERS' CUP LIVE ON AT THE RACES FILLIES' JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race Fergus Gregory reported that FIRE PLACE, unplaced, hung right. Richard Johnson reported that MIRZAM, unplaced, lost its action jumping the final hurdle in the back straight on the first circuit. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 4 - 2:40pm THE GREENE KING IPA HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) The performance of ASHOKA (IRE) which was pulled up, was considered. Harry Skelton reported that the gelding was never travelling. The representative of Dan Skelton could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities
Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that ALTIPEX (FR), unplaced, had bled from the nose.
Race 5 - 3:10pm THE INJURED JOCKEYS FUND HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) On the bend turning into the home straight on the final circuit, MOIDORE, placed second, lugged quickly left causing SPIN POINT (IRE), unplaced, to be tightened for room against the rail and to have to be checked, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved and that it had not improved the placing of MOIDORE.
Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that SPIN POINT (IRE), unplaced, lost its right hind shoe.
Race 6 - 3:40pm THE TAPPING HOUSE HOSPICE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Prior to this race the Stewards raised a query with Paul Henderson, the trainer of TURBAN (FR), into the reason why he was running the gelding here at Fakenham on ground described as Good, when he had declared the gelding a non-runner (reason - Self Cert (Going)) at Fontwell Park on 7th October on ground with the same official description. The trainer stated that in his opinion the going at Fontwell Park was firmer than described.
Race 7 - 4:10pm THE OXWICK STANDARD NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 6) (CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' AND AMATEUR RIDERS' RACE ) Mr Michael Malloy, the rider of SHANKILL CASTLE, unplaced was suspended for 8 days for using his whip with excessive force in the home straight. View Stewards report Kempton Park, 01 Nov 17 Fixture Note On a request from the Integrity Department at the Head Office of the British Horseracing Authority, an enquiry was held to consider the circumstances surrounding the reason behind the non-arrival of Connor Murtagh for his two rides at Wolverhampton racecourse on 31 October 2017. Murtagh’s explanation was forwarded to the Integrity Department for further consideration. Race 2 - 4:55pm THE racinguk.com/join NOVICE AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Pat Phelan was fined £140 as the record of vaccinations in the passport of HACKBRIDGE did not comply with the Rules of Racing.
ICART POINT, trained by Clive Cox, entered the Parade Ring after the signal to mount had been given. Being satisfied that this was due to the gelding being difficult to saddle, no further action was taken.
An enquiry was held to consider interference shortly after the start when TROUBLE AND STRIFE (IRE), unplaced, ridden by Ryan Powell, interfered with BALGOWLAH (IRE), unplaced, ridden by Martin Lane. The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. Powell was suspended for 2 days for careless riding as he had made a manoeuvre to his right, causing Lane to have to take a check in behind runners which caused him to lose ground. Powell was further suspended for 1 day for failing to ride in a straight line from his draw position until reaching the marker poles.
Race 4 - 5:55pm THE 32Red CASINO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) An enquiry was held to consider interference shortly after the start when the winner, LACAN (IRE), ridden by Callum Shepherd, interfered with BALGAIR, placed second, ridden by Pat Cosgrave. The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. Shepherd was cautioned for careless riding as he allowed his mount to drift right-handed when not sufficiently clear, causing Cosgrave to have to take a slight check.
Following the race, Shane Kelly reported that SPUN GOLD, unplaced, hung right-handed, David Probert reported that DASHING POET, unplaced, ran too free, and Georgia Cox reported that RED COSSACK (CAN), unplaced, was restless in the stalls.
Race 5 - 6:25pm THE 32Red ON THE APP STORE MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) Chris Wall was fined £80 as the record of vaccinations on the passport of HI HO SILVER had been altered.
Approximately 2 furlongs after the start, DOMITILLA, placed second, which was racing keenly, shifted right-handed causing the rider of AEGEAN BOUNTY (IRE), unplaced, to ease momentarily, but after viewing a recording of the incident it was found that no riding offence was involved, and it had not improved the placing of DOMITILLA.
Following the race, Joshua Bryan reported that SHANGHAI SHANE (IRE), unplaced, hung left-handed, John Bridger reported that AEGEAN BOUNTY (IRE) had a breathing problem, George Wood reported that CATHEADANS FURY, unplaced, hung badly left-handed, Dougie Costello reported that LADY CARDUROS (IRE), unplaced, was slowly away, and Liam Keniry reported that STOCKHILL STAR, unplaced, was also slowly away.
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 1, 2017 19:17:57 GMT
Royal Ascot-winning jockey George Chaloner has decided to call time on his riding career after failing to recover both physically and mentally from a series of injuries.
The 25-year-old enjoyed seven days he will never forget back in the summer of 2014, steering the Richard Fahey-trained Baccarat to victory in the Wokingham Stakes in Berkshire before landing the Northumberland Plate at Newcastle aboard his stablemate Angel Gabrial just a week later.
However, the talented rider broke his foot and ankle in an accident on the gallops in late 2015 and the following November he was sidelined for around three months after breaking his collarbone in a heavy fall at Wolverhampton.
On his first ride back at Newcastle in February, Chaloner suffered yet another fall, breaking his foot again as well as fracturing vertebrae and while he has worked hard in attempt to make another comeback since, he feels the time is right to retire from the saddle.
Chaloner told Press Association Sport: "I've had three bad falls in three years and I've just decided enough is enough. I think someone is trying to tell me something.
"I'm not going to ride a horse again. Upstairs I just couldn't do it. I've been seeing a psychologist up in Newcastle through the PJA (Professional Jockeys Association) which has been good, but I've made the decision and that's it.
"I broke my back at Newcastle and they discovered there were three other weak points that I'd obviously suffered the time before.
"They told me I was within half a centimetre of being paralysed and when you see what's happened to Freddie Tylicki, it just isn't worth it."
Chaloner, who spent his early career with National Hunt trainer Malcolm Jefferson before joining Fahey, is unsure what the future holds, but he hopes to remain within the sport.
He added: "I've been working flat out at Jack Berry House for the last few months. I've told Jack he should name a wing after me as I've been his number one client!
"I've had a good career and I have a lot to thank Richard Fahey and Malcolm Jefferson for. I've been driving Malcolm up the gallops and to the races recently. It's been good just to get out of the house.
"Jets (Jockeys Employment & Training Scheme) have been really good and I've spent a bit of time shadowing Richard Hoiles (racecourse commentator) as well as some stewards.
"It was my dream to be a jockey, but I've got to find another dream now and hopefully announcing my retirement will open a few opportunities."
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 1, 2017 19:20:45 GMT
Road To Riches gave Noel Meade a memorable day at Down Royal in winning the JNWine.com Champion Chase in 2014 but this Saturday he will look to rely on a different 'road' to glory – sending recent Punchestown victor Road To Respect into battle against Our Duke.
Last season's Cheltenham Festival and Grade 1 Ryanair Gold Cup-winning chaser looks set to avoid a potential clash with stablemate and two-time top flight winner Disko this weekend, with the Gigginstown-owned pair set to take up different engagements at the northern venue.
Meade said on Wednesday: "It's more than likely – without being set in stone – that Road To Respect will run in the big race and Disko will run in the Grade 2."
Road To Respect is a 7-2 shot for the first Grade 1 of the National Hunt season, while Disko is 11-8 favourite for the MyCarNeedsA.com Chase (Grade 2) over just under half a mile shorter than the James Nicholson-sponsored event.
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Post by dennisg on Nov 2, 2017 7:08:48 GMT
in today's sporting life............... Robbie Power is confident Our Duke is "ready to rock and roll" ahead of his eagerly-anticipated seasonal debut in the JNwine.com Champion Chase at Down Royal on Saturday. Jessica Harrington's charge won three of his four starts as a novice over fences last season, rounding off his campaign with a stunning display in the Irish Grand National at Fairyhouse. The seven-year-old is an next March with Sky Bet and his credentials will be given an early test in County Antrim this weekend. Power said: "It's nearly six months since the Irish Grand National. That day going to Fairyhouse, I thought he'd win, but to win the way he did was seriously impressive. "He's had a good break over the summer, he's summered really well, and he looks a million dollars. "He's ready to go and he's as fit as we could have him without having a run. He's been away for a racecourse gallop and hopefully he'll run well on Saturday." The jockey is under no illusions Our Duke will need to raise his game to challenge the best the staying chase division has to offer this season, which includes his Gold Cup-winning stablemate Sizing John. The jockey added: "On ratings he was the best novice chaser in Ireland and England last year, but he's stepping out of novice company for the first time now on Saturday. "I couldn't be happier with him. Since he's come back in he hasn't missed a day and everything has gone 100 percent. "He schooled really well this morning, he looks fantastic, and he's ready to rock and roll. We can't get him any fitter at home and he needs to go and run now. "He's got to step up to that level and prove that, hopefully, he can be a genuine Gold Cup contender." Gigginstown House Stud are set to fire a four-pronged assault on Saturday's Grade One contest, despite ruling out last year's winner Valseur Lido. The leading owners have claimed the prize five times in the last six years, with Quito De La Roque (2011), Roi Du Mee (2013), Road To Riches (2014) and Cheltenham Gold Cup hero Don Cossack (2015) joining Valseur Lido on the roll of honour. This year's team is set to be headed by Noel Meade's Road To Respect, who having won at Cheltenham and Fairyhouse in the spring, made a successful return to action in the Irish Daily Star Chase at Punchestown little over a fortnight ago. Gigginstown's racing manager, Eddie O'Leary said: "Valseur Lido has a small issue, but we're hoping he'll be back to run in the John Durkan in Punchestown (December 10). He should be good to go by then. "We're looking like having four runners in the big race - Sub Lieutenant, Outlander, Mouse's (Morris) horse (Alpha Des Obeaux) and probably Road To Respect. "The other horse (Disko) will probably go for the other race (MyCarNeedsA.com Chase) along with one or two others."
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Post by dennisg on Nov 2, 2017 7:10:52 GMT
Sir Michael Stoute believes reuniting Ulysses with Frankie Dettori can only be a positive factor in Saturday's Breeders' Cup Turf at Del Mar. Dettori rode the four-year-old to finish fourth in the 12-furlong contest at Santa Anita last year but has not maintained the association this term due to a combination of injury and other riding commitments. Jim Crowley duly stepped in to steer Ulysses to victory in the Eclipse at Sandown and Juddmonte International at York and was again in the plate as the Galileo colt finished third to the Dettori-ridden Enable in the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe last time. Ulysses had been in the frame to contest the Champion Stakes at Ascot just under two weeks ago, but owners the Niarchos Family were eager to prioritise the American event, with Stoute opting to secure Dettori's services again. He said: "The Niarchos Family are fervent Breeders' Cup supporters and made it clear that the Turf was what mattered. There was nearly a change of plan, but it was scrubbed and he's here. "I felt in the Juddmonte Jim gave him a lovely ride, getting a nice lead, and now we have Frankie, who rode him in the Turf last year, back on board, which was my decision. "Frankie has ridden him in a Breeders' Cup Turf already and I think that is a definite advantage." Stoute was on hand with the Niarchos Family's racing manager Alan Cooper at Del Mar as Ulysses enjoyed a spin on the turf track in the hands of main work rider Kevin Bradshaw. Dettori was also spectating as Ulysses was notably on his toes as he left the barn and Stoute added: "He's a free sweater and he's bouncing, which is just the way he normally is." Stoute also runs defending champion Queen's Trust in the Filly & Mare Turf, although she is on something of a retrieval mission having failed to get her head in front since that Grade One heat last November. Stoute said: "Queen's Trust is here to try to do it all again and while things have not been ideal for her this year, she will like these conditions and over that trip, she will hopefully get a strong pace to aim at. "I think the ground is going to be fine and I hope she can raise her game." Stoute has won the Turf four times in his career and counts three Filly & Mare Turf victories on his record and he is thrilled to be at Del Mar this year. He added: "I love the Breeders' Cup and am delighted to have supported it over the years."
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Post by dennisg on Nov 2, 2017 7:12:37 GMT
Ben Linfoot is in the Daily Nap hot seat on Thursday and expects a Sue Smith-trained chase debutant to strike at Sedgefield. Recommended bet: Sporting Life's Daily Nap, November 2 Sue Smith’s runners have generally needed a run so far this season (Vintage Clouds apart!) and that looked to be the case with QUIETLY when he turned up at Carlisle for a novice hurdle on October 19. Well beaten in fourth in the end, he should come on significantly for that and he’s of major interest now he steps up in trip on his chasing debut. Related to pointers, he’s bred to jump a fence, as you would expect of one that races in Trevor Hemmings’ famous silks, and he should be spot on for this fitness-wise following his seasonal reappearance. He’s likely to make the running in this and he could be hard to pass if he gets into a nice rhythm under Danny Cook, while the pick of his novice hurdles form, a second at Wetherby in April, worked out well with the winner, For Instance, winning twice subsequently in the summer.
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