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Post by Kimmy on Nov 19, 2017 9:34:17 GMT
Cheltenham, 18 Nov 17 Fixture Note In order to prevent damage to the racing surface, following steady rain, the Stewards gave permission for the parade for the BetVictor Gold Cup Handicap Steeple Chase to be cancelled and for the runners to proceed straight to post.
Following Race 4 the going was changed to Soft, Heavy in Places (from Soft, Good to Soft in Places) Race 1 - 12:40pm THE JCB TRIUMPH TRIAL JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (REGISTERED AS THE PRESTBURY JUVENILE HURDLE RACE) (Grade 2) Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that APPARITION (IRE), placed sixth, was suffering from heat exhaustion.
Race 3 - 1:50pm THE BetVictor.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 3) Permission was given for THREE FACES WEST (IRE) to be mounted in the chute.
The winner, PERFECT CANDIDATE (IRE) appeared to show improved form compared with its previous run at Cheltenham on 28 October 2017, where the gelding finished tenth of the sixteen runners, beaten 26 ¾ lengths. Fergal O’Brien’s explanation that PERFECT CANDIDATE (IRE) had come on for its previous run and it appears that the gelding prefers racing in a smaller field, was noted. PERFECT CANDIDATE (IRE) was routine tested.
Following the race Barry Geraghty reported that MINELLA ROCCO (IRE), which was pulled up, made mistakes and was never travelling. The Stewards ordered MINELLA ROCCO (IRE) to be routine tested. Nicky Henderson reported that PREMIER BOND, which started favourite and was pulled up, did not travel in the soft, good to soft in places, ground, and would prefer a sounder surface. The Veterinary Officer reported that VICENTE (FR), placed second, lost its right hind shoe and SHOTGUN PADDY (IRE), placed fifth, lost both its hind shoes.
Race 4 - 2:25pm THE BetVictor GOLD CUP HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 3) Permission was given for DAYS OF HEAVEN (FR) to be mounted on the track and go early to post. FOXTAIL HILL (IRE) wore earplugs.
The winner, SPLASH OF GINGE, appeared to show improved form compared with its previous run at Wetherby on 3 November 2017 where the gelding finished fourth of the six runners, beaten 27 lengths on good to soft ground. Nigel Twiston-Davies’s explanation that SPLASH OF GINGE lost its confidence over fences last season and has improved for the softer ground, was noted. The gelding was routine tested.
Following the race Noel Fehilly reported that KYLEMORE LOUGH, which was pulled up, made a bad mistake and was never travelling thereafter. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of KYLEMORE LOUGH failed to reveal any abnormalities. Nicky Henderson reported that DAYS OF HEAVEN (FR), which was pulled up, was unsuited by the soft, heavy in places ground and would prefer a sounder surface. Ryan Day reported that GUITAR PETE (IRE), unplaced, was badly hampered by a faller at the first fence. The Veterinary Officer reported that AQUA DUDE (IRE), which was pulled up, was lame left fore and that BALLYALTON (IRE), placed fourth, lost its left fore shoe. She also reported that PLAISIR D’AMOUR (FR), which was pulled up, lost its left hind shoe.
Race 5 - 3:00pm THE REGULATORY FINANCE SOLUTIONS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) ROCKY'S TREASURE (IRE) wore earplugs.
Following the race The Veterinary Officer reported that SOLATENTIF (FR), placed sixth, was lame right fore.
Race 6 - 3:30pm THE MARTIN & CO JEWELLERS INTERMEDIATE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that the winner, COOLE CODY (IRE), had been struck into behind and that STAMP YOUR FEET (IRE), which was pulled up, had lost its right fore shoe. James Corbett reported that AHEAD OF THE CURVE (FR), which was pulled up, hung left-handed.
Race 7 - 4:00pm THE EXPERIENCE THE THEATRE AT THE FESTIVAL MARES' STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 1)(Listed Race) (NHMOPS Bonus Race) GLENMONA (IRE), ridden by Harry Bannister, fell on the flat in the back straight. It was found that no other horse or rider was involved and was caused by the mare sustaining an injury to a hind leg. View Stewards report Lingfield Park, 18 Nov 17 Race 1 - 11:55am THE 32Red.com / EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Permission was given for REVELEON to go early to post.
The sponsorship in relation to GAUDI (IRE), trained by John Gosden, did not comply with the Sponsorship Code of Conduct. Gosden was warned as to his responsibility to ensure that the correct sponsorship is carried.
Race 2 - 12:25pm THE 32Red.com / EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV II) TRUE DESTINY wore earplugs during the race.
Following the race, Tom Marquand reported that TRUE DESTINY, unplaced, was slowly away and never travelling thereafter.
Race 4 - 1:35pm THE BETWAY MEDIAN AUCTION MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for AMENTA (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, B A Curtis reported that PORT ISAAC (IRE), unplaced, was never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding revealed it to be lame behind.
Race 6 - 2:45pm THE BETWAY CHURCHILL STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (All-Weather Fast Track Qualifier) Permission was given for MIA TESORO (IRE) to go early to post.
On the approach to the first bend, PETITE JACK, placed dead-heat fourth, lugged marginally left-handed, leaving IN THE LOPE (IRE), placed dead-heat fourth, and VICTORY BOND, unplaced, momentarily short of room, but after viewing a recording of the incident it was found that no riding offence was involved.
An enquiry was held to consider interference rounding the final bend when PETITE JACK, placed dead-heat fourth, ridden by Luke Morris, interfered with SANDS CHORUS, unplaced, ridden by Silvestre De Sousa. The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. Morris was suspended for 2 days for careless riding as he had allowed his mount to drift left-handed on the bend without sufficient correction, causing De Sousa to have to take a check for a couple of strides.
The winner, MASTER THE WORLD (IRE) appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Doncaster on 11 November 2017 where the gelding finished sixteenth of 23, beaten by 10 lengths. David Elsworth's representative's explanation that the gelding had benefitted from a drop in trip and a return to the all-weather surface, having run on Soft going last time. MASTER THE WORLD (IRE) was routine tested.
Race 7 - 3:15pm THE BETWAY GOLDEN ROSE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (All-Weather Fast Track Qualifier) Following the race, the representative of James Fanshawe reported that MAZZINI, which started favourite and finished unplaced, was unsuited by the quick early pace. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing, failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 8 - 3:45pm THE BETWAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race, Patrick Mathers reported that MARMION, unplaced, ran too free, and Joey Haynes reported that HONG KONG JOE, unplaced, hung right-handed. The Veterinary Officer reported that L'AMI DE ROUGE, unplaced, had bled from the nose. View Stewards report Wetherby, 18 Nov 17 Race 1 - 12:30pm THE totescoop6 MAGIC MILLION NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) It was noted that NICELY INDEED (IRE) wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
Race 4 - 2:15pm THE BRIAN'S 60th CELEBRATION HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier for the Northern Lights Staying Chase Series) The Veterinary Officer reported that SHARNEY SIKE, placed fifth, had lost its left front shoe. Katie Scott reported that a post-race endoscopic examination of WHATSTHESTORYMAN (IRE), which was pulled up, found the gelding to have bled.
Race 6 - 3:20pm THE BET totescoop6 AT totesport.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) An enquiry was held to consider the placings in this race after interference on the run to the line, when there was interference between the winner WOLF SWORD (IRE) ridden by Danny Cook, and POKER SCHOOL (IRE), placed second, ridden by Jamie Moore. The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. The Stewards considered that the interference had not improved the placing of WOLF SWORD (IRE) and ordered the placings to remain unaltered. The interference was found to be accidental in that although the winning distance was a nose, while racing closely together WOLF SWORD (IRE) edged slightly right, as POKER SCHOOL (IRE) edged marginally left, which caused both runners to come together right on the line.
Race 7 - 3:50pm THE totescoop6 RESULTS AT totepoolliveinfo.com MARES' NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (NHMOPS Bonus Race) Permission was given for BYGONES FOR COINS (IRE) to go to post early. View Stewards report Uttoxeter, 18 Nov 17 Race 1 - 12:20pm THE MARSTON'S BREWERY MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Permission was given for ARTHUR’S REUBEN to be mounted in the pre-Parade Ring.
Race 2 - 12:50pm THE PINT OF PEDIGREE NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Fergus Gregory, the rider of CAPTIVA ISLAND (IRE), placed second, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level from the second last flight of hurdles. Being a 7lb claimer, he was offered accompaniment, but declined.
It was noted that WAHWONAISA unseated Tom Cannon in the back straight due to it hanging badly right and his saddle slipping as a result.
Race 4 - 2:00pm THE MARSTON'S EPA HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Permission was given for BOB FORD (IRE) to be mounted on the course.
Mr Z. Baker reported that BROWNVILLE, which was pulled up, ran flat and the Veterinary Officer reported that CAPARD KING (IRE), unplaced, lost its right fore shoe.
Race 5 - 2:35pm THE 61 DEEP BOLT FOR THE FINISH MARES' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Jumping the second hurdle in the home straight on the first circuit, PYSCHOCANDY (IRE), placed third, jumped into the back of ANGINOLA (IRE), which was pulled up, causing PENNYWELL (IRE), which fell, to be taken off the heels of PSYCHOCANDY (IRE), which in turn caused FLOBURY, unplaced, to clip heels with PENNYWELL and stumble. After viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
The Veterinary Officer reported that VODKA ISLAND (IRE), which was pulled up, finished lame on its right fore and PARLOUR MAID, which was brought down, lost its right fore shoe.
Race 6 - 3:05pm THE DIRECTOR'S BITTER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) The winner, AZA RUN (IRE), appeared to show an improvement in form compared with its previous run at Market Rasen on 12 May 2017, where the gelding finished tenth of ten, beaten 38 lengths. The trainer explained that AZA RUN (IRE) appreciated the drop back in trip to 1 mile 7 furlongs from 2 miles 4½ furlongs and benefitted from the easier ground on this occasion. The gelding was routine tested.
Race 7 - 3:40pm THE MARSTON'S SADDLE TANK RUSH STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 6) Permission was given for LOOKFORARAINBOW to wear a hood in the Parade Ring.
Liam Treadwell reported that HEAD HUNTER (IRE), unplaced, lost its action and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding revealed it to have suffered from heat stress. View Stewards report Wolverhampton, 18 Nov 17 Race 1 - 5:45pm THE 32Redsport.com NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for CALL DAWN to be mounted in the chute.
An enquiry was held to consider interference rounding the first bend involving BODIE AND DOYLE, unplaced, ridden by Jason Watson, ODDS ON OLI, placed fourth, ridden by Tony Hamilton, ARTY BUT POOR, unplaced, ridden by Kevin Stott, and LONG EMBRACE, unplaced, ridden by Robert Havlin. The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. Being a 7lb claimer, Watson was offered accompaniment but declined. The interference was found to be accidental in that BODIE AND DOYLE had edged marginally left at the same time as a free running ODDS ON OLI, shifted slightly right away from ARTY BUT POOR causing LONG EMBRACE, which was also running freely, to be checked. Robert Havlin reported at Scales that LONG EMBRACE suffered interference in running.
Race 2 - 6:15pm THE £10 FREE AT 32Red.com NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for VOICEMAIL to wear a hood in the parade ring.
Luke Morris, who was declared to ride VOICEMAIL failed to arrive in time to weigh out. He was fined £140 and Tony Hamilton was substituted.
Phillip Makin, who was declared to ride KIKINI BAMALAAM failed to arrive in time to weigh out. He was fined £140 and Jason Hart was substituted.
Following the race, Dougie Costello reported that JO’S GIRL (IRE), unplaced, was slowly away.
The performance of VOICEMAIL which finished unplaced, was considered. The representative of James Tate could offer no explanation for the filly’s performance.
Race 4 - 7:15pm THE 32Red CASINO EBF FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (PLUS 10 RACE) (DIV I) Finley Marsh, the rider of GOLD FILIGREE (IRE), drawn 7, had appeared not to keep straight from the stalls. After being interviewed and shown recordings of the incident, the rider was suspended for 1 day.
Following the race, Josephine Gordon reported that AUTUMN SNOW, unplaced, suffered interference leaving the stalls.
Race 5 - 7:45pm THE 32Red CASINO EBF FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (PLUS 10 RACE) (DIV II) Following the race, Martin Harley reported that BELLA FERRARI, unplaced, ran too free and Tom Marquand reported that POPSICLE (IRE), unplaced, hung right.
Race 6 - 8:15pm THE BETWAY LIVE CASINO MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) Leaving the final bend, LUMINOUS, placed second, hung badly right despite the best efforts of the rider, causing DELIBERATOR, placed fourth, to be eased in its run 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 LUMINOUS. Following the race, Silvestre De Sousa reported that LUMINOUS hung badly right handed throughout.
Race 7 - 8:45pm THE BETWAY CASINO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for ANNIE SALTS and PUSHKIN MUSEUM (IRE) to go early to post.
PUSHKIN MUSEUM (IRE), drawn 5, anticipated the start and accelerated the gate at the same moment as the race had been started thereby enabling the gelding to break quickly. Being satisfied that it was not caused through a faulty action of the starting stalls, no further action was taken.
Following the race, B.A. Curtis reported that POWERFUL DREAM (IRE), placed third, was denied a clear run.
Race 8 - 9:15pm THE sunbets.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for HOT MUSTARD and LOG OFF (IRE) to be mounted in the chute.
An enquiry was held into the running and riding of ARROWZONE, ridden by Dougie Costello and trained by Kevin Frost, which missed the break and settled at the rear, before staying on under apparent tender handling in the home straight to finish fourth beaten approximately 2¾ lengths. The rider was interviewed and shown recordings of the race. Costello stated that he had no specific instructions, although it was agreed that he would aim to settle midfield and ride his race from there. However, ARROWZONE had been slowly away from the stalls, a fact which the rider reported at Scales, and this resulted in him being further back than intended. Costello further stated thereafter he was committed to ride the gelding for luck and save ground. He added that he commenced to squeeze ARROWZONE along approaching the home turn, and was obliged to gradually angle wider in the home straight in order to obtain clear running, whereupon he cajoled the gelding along before resorting to the whip approximately ½ a furlong out. Costello further added he felt the gelding had obtained the best possible placing and its effort flattened out late on. The Stewards ordered the gelding to be routine tested and Costello’s explanation was noted.
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Post by dennisg on Nov 19, 2017 10:09:25 GMT
in today's sporting life................... Pro punter and National Hunt specialist Murt Khan has a 14/1 pick from the final day of Cheltenham's November Meeting. 1.15 Cheltenham preview Click here for racecard and free video form If you paused ANOTHER FRONTIER'S last start at the 2m5f mark, he would've been favourite to win his second career start. This was his first outing of the season and he travelled very strongly but was one pace in the home straight. I think the 2m5f trip is perhaps his optimum with a bit of cut in the ground so with a run under his belt, he looks attractive around the 14/1 mark. He can be a bit weak in the finish but at the price he's worth chancing as he looks on a winning mark. It's interesting connections have decided to put on the sheepskin cheekpieces as it points to perhaps the horse not putting it all in. I'm hoping these are an added benefit and with the combination of factors explained, I can see him outrunning his odds in a race where many have claims. Recommended bet: Posted at 0800 GMT on 19/11/17 Follow Murt on Twitter: @murt_khan Breaking It Down P&L: +26.50pts November: -19.70pts October: +3.10pts September: +1.75pts August: +0.36pts July: +15.09pts June: -10.10pts May: +30pts
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Post by dennisg on Nov 19, 2017 10:11:40 GMT
After making profits on Saturday following Perfect Candidate's win, Ben Linfoot seeks out the best Value Bet in the Greatwood Hurdle at Cheltenham on Sunday. The Unibet Greatwood Handicap Hurdle takes centre stage on the final day of the November Meeting at Cheltenham on Sunday and old favourite The New One will try and give significant weight to everything in the field under Richard Johnson. He only made his handicap debut last time at Ffos Las where he won off a 3lb lower mark, while he’s the only obvious frontrunner in this with Johnson likely to take the bull by the horns from an early stage. Nigel Twiston-Davies’ stalwart is a fascinating contender, but if he manages to give weight to a posse of unexposed and improving hurdlers it will be one of his greatest achievements in a career that has yielded 19 victories and nearly £1,000,000 in earnings thus far. Jenkins has been the one for money, but, while he could be absolutely thrown in off his bumper and Newbury maiden hurdle form, his jumping will be put under serious pressure in the white-hot atmosphere of a Greatwood and his inexperience has to be a concern at prices south of 5/1. This is another wide-open race and chances can be given to Mohaayed, London Prize, Misterton and more, but the one that I like is the 14/1 (General 1/4 1,2,3,4 in most places) about Brian Ellison’s NIETZSCHE. Third in the Fred Winter at the Festival, he might well have won that race with a fluent leap at the last after he travelled well in a prominent position just off the pace for most of the contest. Pulled out to challenge in open space up the hill, he fiddled the final obstacle and it ultimately cost him. That Fred Winter form is good, though. The winner, Flying Tiger, who reopposes here, came out and ran a fine race when third in the Elite Hurdle last week, while the runner-up, Divin Bere, finished a close second to Defi Du Seuil in the Grade One Anniversary Hurdle at Aintree. The trio were five lengths clear of the fourth and this has been the plan for Nietzsche ever since, a couple of runs on the Flat putting him spot on for this assignment. Rain on Saturday has further turned the ground on the soft side and that has swung conditions in Nietzsche’s favour as, though he ran perfectly well on good to soft at the Festival, there’s little doubt he prefers plenty more dig in the turf. Rated just 6lb higher than his mark in the Fred Winter, excellent claimer James Bowen, who was in the winners’ enclosure again after Thomas Campbell won here on Saturday, takes five of those pounds off so he looks nicely treated for a second-season hurdler firmly on the upgrade. And, the good thing is, four-year-olds have a good recent record in this, especially when they have been claimer ridden. Three four-year-olds have won this race in the last six years, with two of those, Brampour and Old Guard, ridden by 7lb claimers. Thomas Campbell wins in good style James Bowen was in winning form at Cheltenham on Saturday The rest of the card is good but doesn’t really lend itself to finding one at a decent price. I thought all week I’d be backing Capitaine in the Racing Post Arkle Trophy Trial, but I’m not sure about him on the soft ground, while I’m in no rush to take Fox Norton on as he goes for his second successive Shloer Chase. The same goes for Nicky Henderson’s Dame De Compagnie in the Sky Bet Supreme Trial Novices’ Hurdle. Henderson unleashed flying juvenile filly Apple’s Shakira at Cheltenham on Saturday and this year older filly could be just as promising judging by her never-off-the-bridle success at Uttoxeter last time. It’s hard to weigh up that form, but the time was good relative to a handicap hurdle over the same distance on the same card and given she didn’t come out of second gear she could be another winner in this race for Henderson, who landed it with Vyta Du Roc in 2014 and Altior two years ago. Value Bet selections: Cheltenham November Meeting Day Three Sky Bet Price Promise Sky Bet are offering EXTRA VALUE to followers of the Sporting Life Value Bet column with guaranteed advertised prices for at least 15 minutes from 1715 BST on the day of publication. Ben Linfoot's Value Bet aim: The Value Bet is designed to generate long-term profit by searching for overpriced horses in the feature weekend races and at the big Festivals in the UK. Running total: +383.89pts to advised stakes/prices (from inception of Value Bet column in January 2010 to current).
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Post by dennisg on Nov 19, 2017 10:13:12 GMT
Ruby Walsh suffered a broken leg in a fall from Let's Dance at Punchestown on Saturday. Walsh's mount was sent off the 4-9 favourite in the Frontline Security Grabel Mares Hurdle, but came to grief four out. The rider - who had two falls earlier on the card - was attended to on the track before being taken to hospital in Naas for X-rays. Walsh told Racing UK: "I've suffered a fracture of my right tibia. "I'm going to Tallaght Hospital now to see a specialist and I'll know a lot more tomorrow." With the jumps season hitting top gear, Walsh was due to partner the long-absent former Champion Hurdle hero Faugheen in the Morgiana Hurdle at Punchestown on Sunday. Walsh's close friend and former rival Sir Anthony McCoy told ITV Racing: "He's heartbroken, I've been texting him and he's been texting me back. He's missing a ride like Faugheen tomorrow. "He's had a few bad falls in the past. He's the best jockey I've ever seen and tougher than anyone I've ever seen. "He's very low at the moment, but in a few days and a few weeks he'll be trying to get himself back. He'll get through it. "It's a big loss to National Hunt racing to see him not riding and Willie Mullins is going to miss him, but he'll be back." The Turf Club's chief medical officer Dr Adrian McGoldrick said following the fall: "Ruby has a probable fracture of his right tibia and fibia. "He is going to Naas for X-rays and then he'll be transferred to Tallaght. "He got a nasty kick off his own horse when he was trying to get up. He's fully alert, though."
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Post by dennisg on Nov 19, 2017 10:15:46 GMT
Outsider Splash Of Ginge revelled in the deteriorating conditions to run out a narrow winner of the BetVictor Gold Cup at Cheltenham. Providing his trainer Nigel Twiston-Davies with a fourth victory in the prestigious November Meeting highlight, the nine-year-old stuck to his task resolutely to defy odds of 25/1 and score by a neck from 10/1 shot Starchitect under Tom Bellamy. Le Prezien (6/1) ran on well for third, while Ballyalton (8/1) performed admirably in fourth. Favourite Kylemore Lough had just made an early move down the back straight when he left his hind legs in the water jump, costing him huge momentum, while Theinval fell at the first, almost bringing down Guitar Pete. Ryan Hatch had struck up a good rapport with the horse, but is still recovering from an injury picked up at this meeting 12 months ago. Racing UK ✔@racing_UK A third win @cheltenhamraces for Splash Of Ginge who causes an upset in the @betvictor Gold Cup #TheNovemberMeeting▶️http://bit.ly/2w8fYfO 2:37 PM - Nov 18, 2017 1 1 Reply 9 9 Retweets 14 14 likes Twitter Ads info and privacy Twiston-Davies said: "He's got a big following this horse and he's been remarkable for us. He just lost his confidence over fences a bit so we put him back over hurdles and he's come back this season like a bull. "He ran well at Wetherby, but as soon as the rain came, the soft ground is the key to him. I thought Foxtail Hill might do the job, but he couldn't cope with the ground. "Let's hope there's a few more big winners left. It's great for Tom, the owner (John Neild) likes giving young jockeys a chance." He added: "We'll certainly be back in December and we may think again about the Grand National, John is a Liverpudlian after all. "The idea was, because of John's connections with Liverpool, to ready him for the National at one point and we may revisit that idea. We're always thinking and John has had a bet to win a million if he does win the National so he's obviously keen!" Ryan Hatch had struck up a good rapport with the horse, but is still recovering from an injury picked up at this meeting 12 months ago. ITV Racing ✔@itvracing When you win the BetVictor Gold Cup @cheltenhamraces! 🙌👏 2:44 PM - Nov 18, 2017 11 11 Replies 53 53 Retweets 179 179 likes Twitter Ads info and privacy Bellamy said: "I'm thinking of Ryan, I live with him and he told me all about the horse. "When I looked at the race I thought he was over-priced. I was told to give him plenty of light, he was hanging left so I thought I'd be in trouble, but it worked out well. "I've just started riding out for Nigel again and I've had two winners in a week for him now." Neild, supported by numerous friends and family, celebrated exuberantly in the paddock and then the winner's enclosure. He said: "This victory is for Ryan Hatch. He has had an awful year and has done everything on this horse. "Whatever happens in the future, it is all for Ryan (who won the Betfair Hurdle at Newbury on Splash Of Ginge in 2014). "I was screaming as the horse came up the hill. Bellsy (Bellamy) is a great kid too and the one thing about Nige is that he always believes. "Nigel tilts at windmills and even Sam (Twiston-Davies) said 'are we really pitching him in here?' "We said that he is a stone lower than when he ran in this race a few years ago and we knew that if he jumped well, he was well handicapped. "I actually can't believe it." Sky Bet make Splash Of Ginge in April.
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 19, 2017 16:38:23 GMT
Cheltenham, 19 Nov 17 Fixture Note Race 5 : Following concerns raised by the riders at the start regarding the low sun obscuring their vision at the hurdles in the home straight, the Stewards consulted with the Clerk of the Course and ordered that these obstacles should be by-passed for this race. Race 1 - 1:15pm THE VELCOURT CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier for The Challenger Staying Hurdle Series Final) Permission was given for SHEER POETRY (IRE) to go early to post and for MAGUIRE'S GLEN (IRE) to be mounted in the chute and go early to post.
Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that COTTERSROCK (IRE), unplaced, lost its right fore shoe.
Race 2 - 1:50pm THE RACING POST ARKLE TROPHY TRIAL NOVICES' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (REGISTERED AS THE NOVEMBER NOVICES' STEEPLE CHASE) (Grade 2) Following the race Nicky Henderson reported that RIVER WYLDE (IRE), placed second, was unsuited by the Soft, Heavy in places ground and would prefer a sounder surface and the Veterinary Officer reported that OZZIE THE OSCAR (IRE), placed third, lost its right fore shoe.
Race 3 - 2:25pm THE SHLOER STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (REGISTERED AS THE CHELTENHAM STEEPLE CHASE) (Grade 2) Permission was given for FOX NORTON (FR) to be mounted on the track.
Race 5 - 3:30pm THE SKY BET SUPREME TRIAL NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (REGISTERED AS THE SHARP NOVICES' HURDLE RACE) (Grade 2) Following the race the performance of DAME DE COMPAGNIE (FR), which started favourite and finished fifth of the five runners, was considered. Nicky Henderson could offer no explanation for the filly’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly, during routine testing, failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 6 - 4:00pm THE HIGH SHERIFF OF GLOUCESTERSHIRE'S STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 1)(Listed Race) An enquiry was held to consider interference inside the final furlong when AIR NAVIGATOR, placed second, ridden by A.P. Heskin, drifted right-handed on to the rail off the final bend, causing WOULDUADAMANDEVEIT (IRE), placed third, ridden by Lucy Gardner, to have to be checked. The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. Heskin was suspended for 2 days for careless riding as he had allowed his horse to drift right without leaving sufficient room on the rail for WOULDUADAMANDEVEIT (IRE).
Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that LISDOONVARNA LAD (IRE), unplaced, lost its right fore shoe. View Stewards report Fontwell Park, 19 Nov 17 Fixture Note After Race 1 the going was changed to Good to Soft (from Good, Good to Soft in places). Race 1 - 12:20pm THE Toteplacepot NOVICES' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) The winner, WELLS GOLD (IRE) appeared to show improved form compared with its previous run at Exeter on 24 October 2017, where the gelding finished eighth of ten runners, beaten by 75 lengths. Fergal O’Brien’s representative’s explanation that the gelding benefited from being ridden more prominently and that the yard is currently in very good form was noted.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that PROJECT MARS (IRE), unplaced, lost its right hind shoe and NENERGY'S QUEST, unplaced, lost its left fore shoe.
Race 2 - 12:55pm THE MIKE BROGAN'S 40TH BIRTHDAY JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) The sponsorship in relation to LADOFASH, trained by Chris Gordon, did not comply with the Sponsorship Code of Conduct. Gordon was warned as to his responsibility to ensure that the correct sponsorship is carried.
Following the race, Tom Cannon reported that LISP (IRE), placed second, ran too free.
Race 3 - 1:30pm THE JOHN ROGERSON MEMORIAL STEEPLE CHASE (A NOVICES' LIMITED HANDICAP) (CLASS 3) Following the race, Tom Cannon reported that ROBIN OF LOCKSLEY (IRE), which was pulled up, hung badly left-handed and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities. The Veterinary Officer also reported that COILLTE LASS (IRE), placed fifth, had been struck into right hind.
Race 4 - 2:05pm THE Totepool SOUTHERN NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that SHELFORD (IRE), placed fifth, had suffered from post-race ataxia.
Race 5 - 2:40pm THE Toteexacta SALMON SPRAY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) CLAYTON, trained by Gary Moore failed to enter the Parade Ring, due to difficulties with fitting the declared tongue strap. The gelding was directed to go straight to the start, to prevent any further delays.
An enquiry was held to consider interference on the run to the line when the winner, RAVEN'S TOWER (USA), ridden by James Banks interfered with LETTHERIVERRUNDRY (IRE), placed second, ridden by Brendan Powell. The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. Banks was cautioned for careless riding as he allowed his mount to drift right without sufficient correction taking Powell marginally off his intended line.
Following the race, Sean Bowen reported that BILLBUSHAY (IRE), which was pulled up, hung badly left-handed and lost its action after 2 out and the Veterinary Officer reported that the gelding was lame right fore and right hind.
Race 6 - 3:15pm THE Totetrifecta HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Following the race, the representative of Mike Hammond reported that SACKFULLOFDREAMS (IRE), which was pulled up, was unsuited by the Good to Soft ground and would prefer a firmer surface.
Race 7 - 3:50pm THE GORING HOTEL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that MINELLA WEB (IRE), which was pulled up, was lame right fore.
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 19, 2017 16:39:15 GMT
Ruby Walsh remains in hospital but does not require surgery on a broken leg he sustained from a fall at Punchestown on Saturday.
The top jumps jockey suffered the injury aboard Let's Dance at the fourth-last flight of the Frontline Security Grabel Mares Hurdle.
Walsh, who had two falls earlier on the card, was attended to on the track before being taken to hospital in Naas for X-rays. He was then transferred to Tallaght Hospital in Dublin.
Turf Club chief medical officer Dr Adrian McGoldrick told Press Association Sport: "The leg doesn't require surgery, which is very reassuring. It's in a plaster cast.
"It's too early to say how long he'll be out for. He'll have X-rays again in a week's time and we'll see what's what.
"We just have to be guided by his consultants."
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 19, 2017 16:39:49 GMT
Our Duke needs time on the sidelines after Jessica Harrington said last season's Irish Grand National winner has undergone an operation on his back.
Harrington believes a back problem contributed to the seven-year-old's disappointing return at Down Royal, when he beat just one horse in the JNwine.com Champion Chase on November 4.
His trainer told Racing UK: "He had an operation and hopefully he'll be back for the Irish Gold Cup at Leopardstown at the beginning of February.
"He also scoped dirty after the race (at Down Royal) but the fact he never jumped a fence was probably more down to the back problem."
Harrington does not want extreme conditions at Haydock next Saturday when Sizing John returns to action in the Betfair Chase.
Last season's Cheltenham Gold Cup winner is reported in fine order as he gears up for the first leg of the Jockey Club's £1million bonus series.
Sizing John will scoop the huge pot if he can also win the King George at Kempton and the Gold Cup back at Cheltenham in March.
But Harrington accepts the route to glory could be more problematic if the heavens open on Merseyside.
She said: "The only worry for me is if the ground gets very heavy, but we'll have to take that as it comes.
"We haven't had a warm-up race - he wasn't ready to go to Down Royal - and anything else would have been too early for him.
"He's also got to go to England. He was fine going to Cheltenham last year but that's always the extra bit of stress of travelling and getting over there.
"He seems to be going all right. I put him in (to training) fairly early and got him going.
"He's a big horse and he put on a lot of weight over the summer. I didn't get to run him until Christmas last year so I'm doing things a month earlier, so we'll have to see what happens."
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 19, 2017 16:40:58 GMT
Trainer Mick Winters was fined €6,000, jockey Barry John Foley banned for 21 days and Churchtown Glen suspended for 90 days after stewards at Cork on Sunday judged the horse was not allowed to run on his merits after finishing seventh in the opening 2m maiden hurdle.
Churchtown Glen started at 80-1 and was beaten 23 lengths under 5lb claimer Foley in the 23-runner race.
In their deliberations, stewards used their powers under rule 212 A(i) to come to the unusual and stronger conclusion of a horse not being allowed to run on his merits.
"We felt that a penalty stronger than the norm was appropriate on this occasion," said stewards' secretary Liam Walsh.
Asked if this section of the rule had been used before, Walsh, an experienced stewards' secretary, replied: "I don't know, but it is certainly the first one I have come across."
Winters plans appeal
Asked about the stringency of the penalty, Winters replied: "We will definitely appeal. There will be no small trainers left in the land with fines like that. To pay that sort of fine I would nearly have to have some sort of collection done for me!"
He added: "This is a horse who has had his kinks. He hangs to his left and Barry kept him to the rails to keep him covered up. He made a bad mistake at the second-last and lost his hind legs.
"But he filled himself up after that and really came home well after the last, and I was delighted with the ability he showed and the progress he showed today.
"Maybe Barry could have given him another crack, but he's had a couple of bans because of the whip and all it would have achieved would have made it look good while making the jockey look worse."
The Racing Post's in-running comment for the four-year-old read: 'Raced in mid-division, plenty to do 3 out, kept on well into 7th run-in, never nearer'.
Winters added: "I understand that stewards are perfectly entitled to look into incidents like this, but things have not been straightforward with this horse and I just wish they would take things like that more into account.
"Maybe a case like this might just open up a bit more of a debate on these issues."
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 19, 2017 16:42:39 GMT
It has been an eventful couple of days for jump jockey Joe Colliver. On Friday he was given a ten-day ban by stewards at Newcastle for not making sufficient effort on runner-up Katy Royal and on Saturday he missed two rides and ended the afternoon in York County Hospital after being unseated in a novice chase at Wetherby.
Colliver reported on Sunday: "I'm fine and Henry [Brooke] picked me up from hospital yesterday evening. I came off my horse Valgor Du Ronceroy and was trodden on so they sent me to hospital to be checked over."
The rider, who is attached to Micky Hammond's stable, is considering an appeal against his Newcastle ban. Colliver picked up the sispension after he was a strong-finishing second on the Chris Fairhurst-trained 3-1 shot Katy Royal in the mares' novice hurdle, in which the pair were beaten a head by Richard Johnson on Mary Eleanor.
The stewards considered that Colliver had not taken all reasonable measures from the third-last to obtain the best possible placing, in that he allowed the winner to get away from him without making sufficient effort until after the final flight, only to be beaten a diminishing head.
Colliver said: "I might appeal but I'm going to speak to Rory Mac Neice before I make any decision. She's not an easy mare and you cannot hit her with the stick, but I thought I was going to get there."
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 19, 2017 20:45:36 GMT
Monday: going, weather & non-runners Leicester GOING: Hurdle course - GOOD (Good to soft on home straight); Chase course - GOOD TO FIRM (Firm in places, good to soft on flat crossings) (GoingStick: Hdl 7.8, Chs 8.2) WEATHER: Light rain Plumpton GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (Soft in places) (GoingStick: Hdl 6.7, Chs 7.1) (Rail movements; R1 & 3 +36y, R4 +30y, R6 +48y) WEATHER: Cloudy Wolverhampton (AW) GOING: TAPETA: STANDARD WEATHER: Light rain STALLS: 7f - Outside; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 4:30 Regal Gait (4)
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 19, 2017 20:46:25 GMT
Top Of The Bank has been dropped another 3lb to a career-low mark and is 10lb lower than when last winning. He showed a bit more last time and goes in the 4.00 at Wolverhampton.
Mr Muddle finished second in the 2015 edition of Plumpton’s 3.10 race. He’s with a different stable now and is 1lb lower than for that run, so could go well again.
Gordon Elliott takes just one runner, High Expectations, to Leicester and he has strong claims in the 1.50.
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 19, 2017 20:47:01 GMT
Lambourn: James Burn
Melangerie (3.50 Leicester, nap)
Fifth on her debut over hurdles at Worcester last month, but trainer Nicky Henderson reckons some of his string may have needed their runs then. The yard is in fine order now and she is a big player if stepping forward from that.
Others to follow
Leicester 2.20 Cultivator, 2.50 Glorvina. Plumpton 1.10 Book Of Gold, 1.40 Keeper Hill, 2.40 Sandhurst Lad, 3.10 Saint Contest. Wolverhampton 1.30 Mr Large, 3.30 Strategic Heights, 4.00 Don't Blame Me.
11/10 Melangerie 3:50 Leicester North: Colin Russell
Hamish McGonagain (3.30 Wolverhampton, nap)
Nottingham winner in August but just as effective on Polytrack. Good run over five furlongs last time at Newcastle and fancied to fare even better back over six.
Others to follow Leicester 1.50 Quids In, 2.50 Royal Icon, 3.20 Larkhall.
Wolverhampton 1.30 Progressive Jazz, 2.00 Picture No Sound, 2.30 Siege Of Boston, 3.00 Bond Bombshell, 4.00 Lady Cristal, 4.30 Gabrial's Star.
8/1 Hamish McGonagain 3:30 Wolverhampton (AW) Newmarket: David Milnes
Rockley Point (4.00 Wolverhampton, nap)
Paul D’Arcy’s free-going sort made a pleasing return to form when narrowly denied by Searanger over course and distance last time. The three-year-old has bounced out of that and can go one better.
Others to follow
Wolverhampton 1.00 Ciaoadiosimdone, 1.30 Global Angel, 2.00 Central City, 2.30 Boost, 3.30 Arnarson, 4.30 Alternate Route
7/2 Rockley Point 4:00 Wolverhampton (AW) West Country: Tim Mitchell
Dalaman (2.10 Plumpton, nap)
Justified support on stable debut when a cosy winner returning from an absence. His 6lb higher mark might not be enough to stop him following up with improvement expected.
Others to follow
Leicester 12.50 Red Square Revival, 1.20 Old Harry Rocks, 1.50 Delface, 2.20 Tommy Silver, 2.50 Shee's Lucky.
Plumpton 1.10 Tikkanbar, 2.40 Chef D'Equipe, 3.10 Master Burbidge.
8/15 Dalaman 2:10 Plumpton Racing Post Ratings: Steve Mason
High Expectations (1.50 Leicester)
Still in contention when parting company with his rider at the third- last hurdle at Cheltenham last month and remains well treated on the best of his form from this time last year.
5/2 High Expectations 1:50 Leicester
Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Tommy Silver (2.20 Leicester)
Went down by a neck when favourite on his chasing debut at Worcester six days ago and Paul Nicholls' five-year-old should be given a chance to retrieve losses.
4/9 Tommy Silver 2:20 Leicester Longshot: Ed Quigley
Howlongisafoot (3.10 Plumpton)
Out of sorts in recent events but has some decent form at the venue and should be competitive off his current mark.
15/2 Howlongisafoot 3:10 Plumpton
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 19, 2017 20:47:33 GMT
Gabrial's Star 4.30 Wolverhampton
13/8 Gabrial's Star 4:30 Wolverhampton (AW) Romped home by 11 lengths at Southwell last Monday, and a 6lb penalty won’t be enough to stop the follow up if he turns up in similar form.
A course and distance winner who has fallen dramatically in the weights in recent months, Gabrial’s Star has been found a fine opportunity by Richard Fahey to score again.
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 20, 2017 7:40:40 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 20, 2017 7:41:03 GMT
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Post by dennisg on Nov 20, 2017 7:41:20 GMT
in today's sporting life.............. Faugheen made an impressive return to action in the Unibet Morgiana Hurdle at Punchestown, after which Sky Bet made him 9/4 for the Champion Hurdle. The 2015 Champion Hurdle hero could not have been more convincing in the Grade One contest, as he made his eagerly-awaited comeback after 665 days on the sidelines. Paul Townend, deputising on Willie Mullins' star for the injured Ruby Walsh, let Faugheen bowl along in front and once he asked him to go and put the race to bed, the 4/9 favourite fairly sprinted clear. Jezki, another former Champion Hurdle victor, was a distant second. Campeador fell at the last when well out of contention. Faugheen was cut to from 5/1 for the Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham in March by Sky Bet. Paul Townend said: "He was deadly, unbelievable - he looks as good as ever. I wanted to keep it simple, I thought I was on the best horse and the best way to get him beat was to complicate it. It worked out - he's a very, very good horse." At The Races ✔@attheraces He's back! What a performance from Faugheen as he scoots to victory in the Grade 1 Morgiana Hurdle at @punchestownrace: 2:21 PM - Nov 19, 2017 51 51 Replies 714 714 Retweets 1,372 1,372 likes Twitter Ads info and privacy Mullins said: "It was very good. The horse did all the talking today. I've been talking up to now and you've all seen what I was saying. "I don't know what I want to do now, I'm just happy to get today over with. We'll go home and hopefully he'll be all right in the morning. "Paul was very happy with him. He said he moved up through the gears, he took a big jump at the last one down the back. He was all wrong, stood back, let fly and landed with his hind legs on top of it but it didn't take a thing out of him. "He took a blow after the second-last, but as soon as he had that blow he motored on again. He said he had tons in the tank going down to the last and he was going too fast at the last and fiddled out over it. "He did it well and he didn't win by just hanging on. He was having his first run of the year against three horses that are super-fit from running. He just jumped out and took the race from them. "The race was set up for anyone of those, fit from summer racing. Discussing it with Ruby and Paul beforehand both of them felt the horse was good enough to do that and if he got tired or needed the race, so be it. "We were going to go out and bring the race to them. We were hoping we had the class and he showed today he did." He went on: "He was ready just after Punchestown (in the spring) so it's nice to get out on the track and let everyone see that we weren't talking absolute and utter rubbish! You get the feeling sometimes that people don't believe and that you are just saying things. "That's the way he's been. He was like that last May and in early June he could have come and put in a performance better than that I'd say, as he was readier. "We had to let him down and build him back up again. He's been very good at home and we haven't had any setbacks with him. "Hopefully we won't after today. Hopefully he's fine in the morning, and over the next few days, and we'll just prepare him for his next run. "I have no plans and I'm just happy to get past today. We'll go home and reflect on it and see what our best route is from here."
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 20, 2017 7:41:28 GMT
PLUMPTON ROBIN GOODFELLOW 1.10 Tikkanbar 1.40 Benatar 2.10 Kastani Beach 2.40 Chef D’Equipe 3.10 Howlongisafoot 3.40 Roparta Avenue GIMCRACK 1.10 Landin 1.40 Benatar (nap) 2.10 Dalaman 2.40 Rothman 3.10 Master Burbidge 3.40 Mab Dab WOLVERHAMPTON ROBIN GOODFELLOW 1.00 Meccabah 1.30 Onefootinfront 2.00 Central City 2.30 Inexes (nap) 3.00 Broadhaven Honey 3.30 Newstead Abbey 4.00 Awesome Allan 4.30 Gabrial’s Star GIMCRACK 1.00 Mundersfield 1.30 Progressive Jazz 2.00 Reverberation 2.30 Boost 3.00 Swendab 3.30 Danish Duke 4.00 Awesome Allan 4.30 Itlaaq Read more: www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/racing/article-5098149/Robin-Goodfellow-s-racing-tips-Best-bets-November-20.html#ixzz4yxJ8W0SG Follow us: @mailonline on Twitter | DailyMail on Facebook
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 20, 2017 7:43:33 GMT
TODAY'S NAPS TIME CRS TIPSTER LEVEL STAKES Inexes 2:30 Wolv attheraces.com, Lawrence Taylor +38.71 Prussian Eagle 1:50 Leic sportinglife.com +17.18 Gabrial's Star 4:30 Wolv Racing Post, Spotlight +15.83 Tommy Silver 2:20 Leic Sheffield Star, Fortunatus +14 Picture No Sound 2:00 Wolv Daily Telegraph, Marlborough +10.08 Inlawed 3:30 Wolv Daily Mirror, Newsboy +8.08 Dalaman 2:10 Plum Racing Post, West Country +6.55 Really Super 2:50 Leic Racing UK, The Score +6.32 Hamish McGonagain 3:30 Wolv Racing Post, The North +5.25 Saint Contest 3:10 Plum Oxford Mail, Mark Edwards +4.63 Melangerie 3:50 Leic Racing Post, Lambourn +2.88 Sauchiehall Street 1:30 Wolv The Guardian +1.52 Larkhall 3:20 Leic Weekender, Paul Kealy -1 Tommy Silver 2:20 Leic Gloucestershire Echo, Melissa Jones -2.24 Rockley Point 4:00 Wolv The Star, Patrick Weaver -2.39 Dalaman 2:10 Plum Sunday Express, Jason Heavey -2.47 Awesome Allan 4:00 Wolv Scottish Sun, Jim Delahunt -2.81 Master Burbidge 3:10 Plum Sky Sports News, Alex Hammond -3.4 Escape The City 2:00 Wolv Wolverhampton Express & Star, Andrew Bladen -3.6 High Expectations 1:50 Leic Racing Post, RP Ratings -3.64 Old Harry Rocks 1:20 Leic Morning Star, Farringdon -4.33 Red Square Revival 12:50 Leic Liverpool Echo, Chris Wright -4.38 Tommy Silver 2:20 Leic Yorkshire Post, The Duke -4.81 Fly Home Harry 12:50 Leic The Sun, Templegate -5.37 Cultivator 2:20 Leic The Irish Sun -6 New Empire 2:00 Wolv Chester Leader, Charlie Croasdale -6.08 Inexes 2:30 Wolv Daily Mail, Robin Goodfellow -7.77 Roparta Avenue 3:40 Plum The Sun On Sunday, Sirius -8.16 Ciaoadiosimdone 1:00 Wolv Yorkshire Evening Post, Lee Sobot -8.88 Tommy Silver 2:20 Leic Scottish Express, Chris Goulding -9.1 Red Square Revival 12:50 Leic Shropshire Star, Andy Morris -9.25 Red Square Revival 12:50 Leic Racing and Football Outlook -9.49 Benatar 1:40 Plum Daily Post, Mercury -10.46 Red Square Revival 12:50 Leic Sunday Mail, Rockavon -10.77 Mab Dab 3:40 Plum The Irish Field, Rory Delargy -10.83 Tommy Silver 2:20 Leic Belfast Newsletter, Wise Owl -11.31 Hillcrest Fire 2:50 Leic The Press, York, Ebor -11.33 Tommy Silver 2:20 Leic Daily Star Sunday, Moorestyle -11.4 Flanagans Field 2:40 Plum Sunday Telegraph, Whistler -12.31 Onefootinfront 1:30 Wolv The Times, Rob Wright -13.96 Benatar 1:40 Plum The Scotsman, Glendale -13.99 Strategic Heights 3:30 Wolv Irish Post, Karl Hedley -14.17 Flanagans Field 2:40 Plum Blackpool Gazette, Steve Simpson -15.15 Chef D'Equipe 2:40 Plum Daily Express, The Scout -15.35 Delface 1:50 Leic Irish Herald, Ian Gaughran -15.5 Delface 1:50 Leic Daily Record, Garry Owen -15.68 General Ginger 1:50 Leic Racing Post, Postdata -16 Billyoakes 3:00 Wolv Glasgow Herald, PicksfromthePaddock -18.22
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Post by dennisg on Nov 20, 2017 8:45:28 GMT
Ben Linfoot was on hand at Cheltenham on Sunday to witness North Hill Harvey's impeccable jumping and a jockey/trainer partnership that appears to be blossoming. By Ben Linfoot, Cheltenham The Life of Bryan Cheltenham has been kind to Bryan Cooper in his still fledgling career. He made his name at the home of jumps racing when riding Our Conor, Benefficient and Ted Veale to victory at the 2013 Festival and then last year he won the biggest prize of all, the Cheltenham Gold Cup, aboard Don Cossack. This year things haven’t been so rosy. Losing the Gigginstown gig was a major blow. But when the late Alan Potts signed him up to ride his horses when they ran in England he was given a chance to shine at the home of jumps racing once again. And Cooper has taken that chance brilliantly this weekend. He didn't panic when headed by Movewiththetimes when riding Finian’s Oscar on Friday. Instead, he gathered him up, pinged the last and in the end coasted to a cosier-than-ever-seemed-likely victory. On Sunday afternoon he gave Fox Norton a perfect ride, measuring every fence superbly as the pair ran out impressive eight-length winners despite a 3lb penalty. The significance of the high-profile double wasn’t lost on Colin Tizzard, who couldn’t have been happier for Cooper. He’s now happy to call him 'his' jockey. "I’m chuffed for Bryan," Tizzard said following Fox Norton’s Shloer Chase romp. "He's been under pressure there's no two ways about it. Alan decided he was going to ride all the horses in England and I went along with it but if I'd had my choice it might not have been. "But he came out on Friday and gave Finian's Oscar a brilliant ride and then today, no-one could’ve rode him any better. I hope we can fill him up with confidence because he is a good jockey and we can put that out of our minds now, there's no reason why he can't ride everything." Things can change quickly in racing. Just look at Paddy Brennan and Cue Card. But, if this weekend is anything to go by, this could be the beginning of a burgeoning and unlikely working relationship between a trainer and his jockey. A versatile Fox Fox Norton looked an out-and-out two miler here today, but Colin Tizzard wouldn't be the trainer he is without thinking outside the box and making contingency plans. "You mustn’t pigeonhole horses," he says. "If Sizing John got beat and we won the Tingle Creek, he is entered in the King George so you're thinking just in case. We've seen Kauto Star in the past go from a two-miler to a Gold Cup horse. "We’ve one or two other ones going there (the King George) however. It was always Alan Potts' wish to keep this one away from Sizing John and he's still got a chance of winning the million pounds. "But he's a bigger, heavier horse this year. There's no need to change him from two miles at the moment, but you ask me tomorrow morning and that might change." Duly noted, Colin. And duly noted by the bookies, too, with Sky Bet, among others, cutting him to 12/1 from 16s for the Boxing Day showpiece at Kempton Park. Fox Norton wins well under Bryan Cooper Skelton’s jumping for joy North Hill Harvey might have only beaten two rivals in the Racing Post Arkle Trophy Trial and one of those, River Wylde, wasn't really at the races, but the manner of his victory was impressive. It was his jumping that stood out, and what looked a potentially weak division at the very start of the season is hotting up after Footpad, Finian's Oscar and now Dan Skelton's November Meeting winner. And that jumping? It could be down to his father, legendary showjumper and Olympic gold medal winner Nick Skelton. "This horse jumped two hurdles and two fences this morning," Dan said. "One of my very first good novice chasers was Value At Risk, who we ran at Newbury and he fell. Dad said, 'Right, that's it, all the novices are schooling on the morning of their run.' "I'm not arguing with him when it comes to jumping!" North Hill Harvey jumps to a wide-margin success Festival dreams for House buyers When you shell out £260,000 on a horse in the Cheltenham parade ring you have to think big and those dreams are still very much on for the owners of Slate House, the winner of the Sky Bet Supreme Trial Novices’ Hurdle. John Romans and Eric Jones own the horse along with Geoff Nicholas, who wasn't present here today, and they were understandably grinning from ear to ear after their expensive purchase landed his Grade 2 on just his second start under Rules. Four flights were omitted due to the low sun, which you might not think would be ideal for a three-mile point-to-point winner running over two miles, but the lack of obstacles didn’t bother this son of Presenting at all, even if he was hanging on a bit in the closing stages. Romans said: "We purchased him at the Cheltenham Festival sale, right here in the parade ring. Joe Tizzard thought he looked good and we sorted it all out and here we are. "He’s got real character. He'll be a good chaser, it's hard to see today with the hurdles missing but he jumps so well. Harry Cobden said even that didn’t bother him and he’ll go on anything." "He'll stay further because he's won a three-mile point, but a fast-run two might be ideal," Jones added. "But he needed more experience which is why we came here. "We’d love to come back for the Festival and we like Aintree and Punchestown too, which race we’ll see. We’ll discuss it with Colin and see where the season takes us." Slate House digs deep to repel Summerville Boy And in the coming weeks… The front two in the Greatwood Hurdle, Elgin and Misterton, could well meet again in what used to be the Ladbroke Hurdle at Ascot in December. They had a real scrap at Cheltenham and it'll be a tough call should they do battle once more just before Christmas. Winning trainer Alan King said of Elgin: "He’ll go to Ascot for what was the Ladbroke. He keeps improving, I was worried about the ground today but we've probably found the best of it." Harry Fry was understandably happy with the performance of his game runner-up, Misterton, saying: "He's run a career-best and I'm delighted with him. He's been beaten a neck from a pound out of the handicap so it was a brilliant run. The horse has given his all, he’s jumped, he's travelled, he's run a brilliant race. It could be Ascot next." Meanwhile, both King and Fry reported their big-name JP McManus-owned hopefuls to be on track for the Ladbrokes Gold Cup (formerly the Hennessy) meeting at Newbury in just under two weeks' time. King said of Yanworth, who fell on his second novice chase start last week: "He seems fine, he cantered Saturday. We'll school him again next week and he might well go to Newbury a week on Friday. I'm not going to wrap him up we better find out where we’re going. He didn’t do a lot wrong and hopefully he’ll learn from it." Finally, Fry says all is good with Unowhatimeanharry ahead of the Long Distance Hurdle. "He’s good, he's on track for Newbury in two weeks' time. Everything is well with him at home and he was really impressive on his reappearance, so we’re looking forward to it." It's another big one to look forward to. The National Hunt season is in full swing. From Cheltenham, it's over and out.
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Post by dennisg on Nov 20, 2017 8:48:32 GMT
Fox Norton repeated last year's success in the Shloer Chase with an authoritative display in the Grade Two heat at Cheltenham. The seven-year-old was another poignant winner following the death a week ago of his owner Alan Potts. He sat nicely in second place behind old rival Special Tiara, before going on under Bryan Cooper before the second-last fence. The Colin Tizzard-trained 4/5 favourite pulled away in a matter of strides to win by eight lengths. Cloudy Dream pipped Special Tiara for second spot. Fox Norton was cut to Chase at Sandown with Sky Bet, who make the horse back at Cheltenham in March. Cooper said: "He's very smart, it's a fair thrill to ride one when they are going that speed and going so well." Tizzard said: "I suppose we were half-expecting that on his last two runs last season and in this race last year as well. We didn't know about the ground, but the ground is obviously no concern and I don't think it is an issue what he runs on. "He is a much bigger and heavier horse and there is absolutely no need to change from two miles at the moment. It was a lovely performance. ITV Racing ✔@itvracing Fox Norton proves class to win the Shloer Chase at @cheltenhamraces 2:32 PM - Nov 19, 2017 1 1 Reply 37 37 Retweets 86 86 likes Twitter Ads info and privacy "The last thing we want is to bring these brilliant horses to the races not fit. I'm sure he will improve on that. He looks a heavier horse to me and that might be because he is older. The Tingle Creek will be next. "It was always Alan Potts' wish to keep him away from Sizing John (Gold Cup winner), who still has the chance of winning the £1million bonus. If Sizing John gets beat (in the Betfair Chase on Saturday) and we won the Tingle Creek, he is entered in the King George just in case and we must not pigeon-hole horses. "When he can win like that I don't see any real reason why we should step him up (in trip), but the biggest and most prestigious races are over three and a quarter miles. "I'm chuffed for Bryan, as he has been under pressure. He gave Finian's Oscar a lovely ride and he was brilliant on this one today. No one could have rode him any better. Hopefully that will fill him up with confidence, as he is a good jockey." Fox Norton has plenty of options going forward Malcolm Jefferson said of Cloudy Dream, who was running after being taken out of the BetVictor Gold Cup in error: "He has run well and run a blinder. He will go back up in trip. In a way I'm glad he didn't run yesterday with 11st 12lb on that ground. That might have been the race that would finish him for the season. "Trevor Hemmings (owner) wants an entry in the Gold Cup as he said he has won enough Ryanairs. We will give him an entry, as there is always a take-out stage. I think on good ground he would be fine as he settles nowadays. We will see what he is like, but there is the Peterborough Chase in three weeks' time." Henry de Bromhead said of Special Tiara, who beat Fox Norton in the Champion Chase in March: "I'm absolutely delighted with him. He was brilliant and looks as good as ever, to be fair. The ground didn't help, but it didn't last year or the year before. It just caught him out. "He really did battle on well. He could go to the Tingle Creek, but he might possibly go to the race at Kempton (Desert Orchid). We will see how he comes out of it." Henry De Bromhead, the trainer of Special Tiara, said: "I'm delighted with that run. He would have hated that ground, and so to run that well on his first start of the season was very good. We'll think about the Tingle Creek Chase or a race at Kempton for him next."
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Post by dennisg on Nov 20, 2017 8:50:32 GMT
Elgin gave a battling performance to hold long-time leader Misterton in the Unibet Greatwood Handicap Hurdle at Cheltenham. Alan King's five-year-old, owned by the Elite Racing Club, was ridden with great patience and tactical skill by Wayne Hutchinson. He kept Elgin wide and delivered him to challenge on the rail at the second-last. Misterton proved a tough nut to crack, but his partner proved more than willing, to prevail by a neck. Old Guard was four and a half lengths away in third and The New One was fourth. Hutchinson said: "That was fantastic. Full credit to the boss. The horse ran two weeks ago and it was sort of a second thought, but he was in good form at home and he has produced him again on the day. "I had a torrid run on the outside, but he was very honest and kept coming for me. "He was tough and stuck his neck out to the line. He's very genuine and was a good novice last year." ITV Racing ✔@itvracing Elgin battles to brilliant Unibet Greatwood Handicap Hurdle win 3:08 PM - Nov 19, 2017 8 8 Replies 29 29 Retweets 63 63 likes Twitter Ads info and privacy King said: "It was a long run-in and I'm delighted with him. He's progressive and he's race-fit. "He won at Ascot and I was worried this might come a little bit quick, but he came out of it very well. The ground was the unknown and Wayne was wise to get that better ground. "He might go back to Ascot for what was the Ladbroke. He's a tough horse." King went on: "He needed to be like a tiger when Harry Fry's horse (Misterton) came looming up. He always looked like he was holding him. "We will just creep away at the moment. He had an issue with his knees in the past. When he was a young horse with James Fanshawe he never ran because of that. I think the patience has paid off." Harry Fry said of Misterton: "It doesn't get much closer. He has run a career-best and I'm delighted with him, he has been beaten a neck from a pound out of the handicap. "It was a brillant run. The horse has given it his all. He jumped and travelled well and did everything right. He will probably to go what was the Ladbroke next." There was a sad postscript to the race, with Ian Williams revealing his smart dual-purpose performer London Prize had suffered what proved to be a fatal fall, just a week after winning the Elite Hurdle at Wincanton. Paying tribute to his Cesarewitch runner-up on Twitter, the trainer wrote: "Tough game. Thank you for all your kind messages. "We will all have great memories of such an honest, tough and brave horse." Elgin was a 10/1 winner in Sunday's Pick 7 game Elgin was a 10/1 winner in Sunday's Pick 7 game The Paul Nicholls-trained Old Guard (8/1) finished a fine third under 5lb conditional Bryony Frost. The six-year-old son of Notnowcato stayed on gamely up the punishing Cheltenham hill to fill the placings. Frost, who landed the mallardjewellers.com Novices' Chase aboard Black Corton on Saturday, said: "It was a brilliant run. Now he is getting an older and more mature horse, he wants a bit of a trip I think these days. "The ground was maybe a bit too soft for him but he didn't really cry out on that ground. He just struggled to go with them at the top of the hill when they turned on the speed a little bit and I just wasn't able to go with. "I lost two lengths on the field and I wasn't able to latch on to them quite as much I would've wanted to and then he stayed up all the way up the hill. You will see this horse improve again as he goes up in trip. It's not been a bad weekend for me, that's for sure." Richard Johnson steered top-weight The New One (7/1) to fourth place and Britain's champion jump jockey was pleased with the nine-year-old son of King's Theatre's performance, commenting: "He has run a great race. He is a star and I am sure he will be back here for the International Hurdle in a few weeks time."
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 20, 2017 21:23:51 GMT
Leicester, 20 Nov 17 Race 1 - 12:50pm THE KATHERINE SWYNFORD HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for FLY HOME HARRY to go early to post.
The performance of FLY HOME HARRY, which started joint favourite and was pulled up, was considered. Charlie Longsdon could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of FLY HOME HARRY during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 2 - 1:20pm THE EASTWELL SELLING HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Permission was given for LUCA BRAZI (IRE) to go early to post.
Race 3 - 1:50pm THE TAP 'N' SHOWER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) QUIDS IN (IRE) wore earplugs.
An enquiry was held into the running and riding of CAPITOUL (FR), ridden by Sean Bowen and trained by Dr Richard Newland, which travelled well throughout the race before being patiently ridden in the home straight to finish sixth, beaten 21½ lengths. The rider was interviewed and shown recordings of the race and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities. The rider stated his instructions were to get CAPITOUL (FR) settled in mid-field and get the gelding jumping after falling on two of its last three starts, and to finish as close as he could. He added that having jumped well at the third last hurdle and travelling nicely to join the leaders, he asked CAPITOUL (FR) for its effort but after jumping the second last, the gelding stopped quickly in the Good to Soft (Good in Places) ground, which he considered to be riding slower than described. His explanation was noted.
Race 5 - 2:50pm THE ASHBY MAGNA FILLIES' JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Permission was given for ROYAL ICON to go early to post.
Race 6 - 3:20pm THE CASTLE CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Permission was given for MR JIM to be mounted in the chute.
The performance of FAIR FRANK, which finished unplaced, was considered. David Bridgwater’s representative explained that the gelding was hampered by the errant jumping of RAKAIA ROSA (IRE) and lost its confidence thereafter. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of FAIR FRANK during routine testing revealed that the gelding had lost its right hind shoe.
The Veterinary Officer reported that NO NO CARDINAL (IRE), placed second, lost its left fore shoe.
Race 7 - 3:50pm THE BURTON OVERY NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) MELANGERIE wore earplugs.
The Veterinary Officer reported that BRIDEY’S LETTUCE (IRE), unplaced, lost its left hind shoe. View Stewards report Plumpton, 20 Nov 17 Race 4 - 2:40pm THE PLUMPTON RACECOURSE TWINNED WITH POMPADOUR RACECOURSE AMATEUR RIDERS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Mr Jordan Williams, the rider of FLANAGANS FIELD (IRE), placed third, was suspended for 4 days for using his whip above the permitted level from rounding the final bend.
Race 5 - 3:10pm THE WATCH RACE REPLAYS ON attheraces.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Following the race, Aidan Coleman reported that OUR SOX (IRE), unplaced, was never travelling.
Race 6 - 3:40pm THE CREATE YOUR FANTASY JUMPS STABLE AT attheraces.com/stablestars HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) It was noted that the sponsorship logo on Jack Sherwood, the rider of MAB DAB (IRE), had fallen off the rider's colours after jumping the final flight. Being satisfied that the rider had returned within the normal weight parameters, no further action was taken.
Tom Cannon, the rider of ROPARTA AVENUE (IRE), placed fourth, had continued in the race when his horse appeared to be very tired. The rider and the Veterinary Officer were interviewed and recordings of the race were viewed. Cannon explained that the gelding had jumped the final flight well, but had pulled itself up on the run to the line adjacent to the exit off the course. As the gelding had felt sound on pulling up, Cannon was confident that he could continue over the winning line at a walk. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities, and ROPARTA AVENUE (IRE) appeared to be recovering within the normal parameters. Their explanations were noted. View Stewards report Wolverhampton, 20 Nov 17 Race 1 - 1:00pm THE 32Redsport.com MAIDEN FILLIES' STAKES (CLASS 5) Just inside the final furlong, DEAUVILLE DIVA (IRE), unplaced, hung quickly left and bumped LADIES FIRST, placed third, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved. Following the race, Tyler Saunders reported that DEAUVILLE DIVA (IRE) hung left in the home straight.
Race 2 - 1:30pm THE 32Red.com NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race, Silvestre De Sousa reported that SIGRID NANSEN, placed fourth, hung left, Dougie Costello reported that MR LARGE (IRE), unplaced, hung left, and B.A. Curtis reported that SAUCHIEHALL STREET (IRE), unplaced, hung badly left; Charles Bishop reported that CAVIAR ROYALE, unplaced, lost its action. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of CAVIAR ROYALE failed to reveal any abnormalities. Daniel Loughnane reported that a post-race endoscopic examination of ONEFOOTINFRONT, unplaced, revealed the colt scoped dirty.
Race 3 - 2:00pm THE 32Red CASINO NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) The Starter reported that William Cox, the rider of OUR MAN IN HAVANA had originally entered the wrong stall. The rider and Starter were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. Having heard their explanations, it was accepted that it was an error on the part of the Stalls Handler.
Race 4 - 2:30pm THE sunbets.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for GENTLEMEN and WHIRL ME ROUND to go early to post.
Shortly after the start, SIEGE OF BOSTON (IRE), placed fourth, hung right tightening GENTLEMEN, unplaced, which was steadied 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 SIEGE OF BOSTON (IRE).
Race 5 - 3:00pm THE BETWAY DASH HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for BOND BOMBSHELL to go early and be led to post.
Following the race, Tom Eaves reported that THE HOODED CLAW (IRE), unplaced, was denied a clear run in the final furlong and Tom Marquand reported that GORGEOUS (FR), placed second, was slowly away. Paul Mulrennan reported that NAG’S WAG (IRE), unplaced, moved poorly throughout and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 6 - 3:30pm THE BETWAY SPRINT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Following the race, Silvestre De Sousa reported that ESSENTIAL, unplaced, hung left.
Race 7 - 4:00pm THE BETWAY SPRINT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Following the race, Dougie Costello reported that JOEY’S DESTINY (IRE), unplaced was slowly away and the Veterinary Officer reported that ASSERTIVE AGENT, unplaced, finished lame on its left fore.
Race 8 - 4:30pm THE BETWAY APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) The sponsorship in relation to ITLAAQ, trained by Michael Easterby, did not comply with the Sponsorship Code of Conduct. Easterby was warned as to his responsibility to ensure that the correct sponsorship is carried.
Following the race, Rossa Ryan reported that DAKOTA CITY, unplaced, was reluctant to race and slowly away, and was never travelling thereafter and Alistair Rawlinson reported that DREAM SERENADE, unplaced, ran too freely.
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 20, 2017 21:24:45 GMT
Tuesday: going, weather & non-runners Fakenham GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (GoingStick 6.1) (Rail movements: R1 +141yds, R2 & 4 +258yds, R3 +113yds, R5 +170yds, R6 +215yds) WEATHER: Mostly cloudy Lingfield (AW) GOING: POLYTRACK: STANDARD WEATHER: Cloudy STALLS: 5f & 1m - Outside; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 12:40 Bedivere (2) 1:40 Sir Ottoman (4) 3:10 Global Academy (4) Southwell GOING: GOOD (Good to soft in places) (GoingStick 7.7) WEATHER: Mostly cloudy
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 20, 2017 21:25:39 GMT
James Fanshawe has a 22 per cent strike-rate at Lingfield as well as an 11 per cent strike-rate with horses in a first-time hood. Today he saddles Helmet gelding Visor (12.40).
Tom George has a 34 per cent strike-rate at Southwell, which increases to 38 per cent when combining with Adrian Heskin. They team up in the 2.00 with Another Stowaway, George’s only runner of the day.
Lucy Wadham has a 24 per cent strike-rate at Fakenham and that increases to 30 per cent when Leighton Aspell is on board. They team up in the 3.20 with Movie Legend.
Tom Lacey has a 20 per cent strike-rate at Southwell and a 29 per cent strike-rate with handicap debutants. He saddles Vado Forte in the 3.00.
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 20, 2017 21:26:09 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Gorgeous Noora (1.40 Lingfield,nap)
Luca Cumani’s filly missed the summer through injury but is now making up for lost time and was just touched off at Chelmsford last time. The daughter of Raven’s Pass has since moved well on the Town Canter.
Others to follow Lingfield 12.40 Rhode Island, 2.10 Middle Kingdom, 2.40 Unforgiving Minute, 3.40 Kohinoor Diamond.
5/2 Gorgeous Noora 1:40 Lingfield (AW) Lambourn: James Burn
Stowaway Magic (1.00 Southwell, nap)
Six-year-old showed plenty of promise over hurdles and looks sure to be a better chaser, so expect a big run at a venue trainer Nicky Henderson does well at.
Others to follow Fakenham 1.20 Maid Of Milan, 1.50 Bardd, 2.20 Holbrook Park, 2.50 Dizzey Heights. Lingfield 12.40 Kassar, 1.10 Marshall Aid, 1.40 Kodiline, 2.10 Believe It, 2.40 Outer Space. Southwell 2.30 Passing Call, 3.30 Tierra Verde.
13/8 Stowaway Magic 1:00 Southwell West Country: Tim Mitchell
Red Hanrahan (2.20 Fakenham, nap)
Not the most straightforward but possesses ability and, taking into account his experience, this could prove to be an inviting opportunity to add to his tally.
Others to follow Southwell 1.00 Fountains Windfall, 1.30 Courtlands Prince, 3.30 Everlanes.
8/11 Red Hanrahan 2:20 Fakenham North: Richard Young
Windy Writer (3.00 Southwell, nap)
Showed up for a long way on stable debut at Sedgefield last month, and having dropped 5lb in the ratings and with the aid of a tongue tie on for the first time, is expected to be much better this time.
Others to follow Fakenham 12.50 Nautical Nitwit, 3.20 Chestnut Ben. Lingfield 12.40 Villa Maria, 1.40 Short Work, 2.10 Fayez, 2.40 Al Khan, 3.10 Deviate, 3.40 Relevant. Southwell 12.30 Captain Mowbray, 1.30 Chilly Miss, 2.00 Allmyown.
10/1 Windy Writer 3:00 Southwell Racing Post Ratings: Steve Mason
Windy Writer (3.00 Southwell, nap)
Below form since falling when set to finish fourth in a decent novice hurdle over course and distance in January, but has posted four of his five best figures at Southwell and is worth chancing off an official mark of just 89 on his return to his favourite track.
10/1 Windy Writer 3:00 Southwell Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Gorgeous Noora (1.40 Lingfield)
Could not quite reel in her trail blazing conqueror over the minimum trip at Chelmsford recently but this return to six furlongs may help Luca Cumani's filly go one better.
5/2 Gorgeous Noora 1:40 Lingfield (AW) Longshot: Ed Quigley
Midnight Merlot (1.30 Southwell)
Showed promise when last seen, and with trip and ground to suit, makes appeal on handicap debut.
16/1 Midnight Merlot 1:30 Southwell There is no Irish racing on Tuesday
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 20, 2017 21:26:50 GMT
Fakenham
Olly Murphy and Richard Johnson team up with a couple of decent chances on this card, most notably SAUCYSIOUX (2.50). The seven-year-old lost her way after winning a maiden hurdle back in December 2015 but she produced her best effort since then when runner-up at Cartmel in August. She still had a lot of work to do at the final hurdle but she flew up the long run-in and only narrowly failed to reel in Dotties Dilema, who has boosted the form with two subsequent victories.
LAND LEAGUE (3.20) ran better than the final result suggests on his chase debut at Kempton recently and should get a lot closer in this 2m handicap. He was hampered at the first fence and short of room at the second, but he plugged on for a midfield finish. That race was won by Exitas who won a valuable Ascot handicap next time out and this looks an easier assignment for Stuart Edmunds’ six-year-old.
Henry Daly has a 50 per cent strike-rate when venturing to Fakenham in recent years so KAYFLEUR (1.20), his sole runner on the card, merits close attention. She has a series of creditable efforts to her name over fences and will find this more suitable than the 3m4f110yds she tackled at Haydock last time out.
Southwell
PRETTY RECKLESS (12.30) has been generally progressive since switching to fences and may not have finished improving yet.
Dan Skelton’s Scorpion mare was only third on her debut over the larger obstacles at Sedgefield in September behind My Renaissance but she has won two subsequent outings, most recently at Market Rasen 12 days ago.
The four-year-old had to work quite hard to subdue Elkstone, but the duo pulled well clear and a 5lb rise in the weights looks fair. VADO FORTE (3.00) has yet to seriously trouble the judge but he is capable of a much better effort now that he moves into handicap company.
Tom Lacey’s four-year-old has pulled too hard in three hurdles but that hasn’t stopped him showing signs of promise, including at Chepstow last time when he travelled well until his early exertions told. He has a workable mark for this handicap debut.
Sandy Cove, a relatively new recruit for Olly Murphy, is the danger.
Lingfield
MIDDLE KINGDOM (2.10) lost his unbeaten record last time out but may be able to get back to winning ways.
John Gosden’s colt won his first two starts and was perhaps slightly unlucky to not complete the hat-trick at Chelmsford recently, as he didn’t get a clear run in the home straight but was still only beaten three-quarters of a length.
The son of War Front is still unexposed and could still turn out better than a handicapper.
Tuesday cards
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 20, 2017 21:27:13 GMT
Movie Legend 3.20 Fakenham
5/2 Movie Legend 3:20 Fakenham Type to do well this season over fences as he remains relatively unexposed and jumps superbly.
Always likely to be best suited by a strongly-run race at 2m, Movie Legend can build on the promise of his Kempton third by confirming that form with the fourth Bach De Clermont.
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Post by dennisg on Nov 21, 2017 7:30:33 GMT
in today's sporting life................ Douvan is on course to make his long-awaited return to action in the Betfair Tingle Creek Chase at Sandown. Trainer Willie Mullins is favouring an outing in the Grade One contest on December 9 over an outing in either the John Durkan Memorial Punchestown Chase or the Hilly Way Chase at Cork. The eight-times Grade One winner has been sidelined since sustaining a stress fracture to his pelvis when finishing down the field in the Queen Mother Champion Chase at Cheltenham in March, losing his unbeaten record over fences in the process. Mullins said: "He has entries in the Hilly Way, John Durkan and Tingle Creek. I would say that the Tingle Creek looks like the one at the moment. "We have got to pencil one in and the other races will be considered, but the Tingle Creek would be number one. Everything has been very good with him." Douvan is for the Sandown feature ahead of Sunday's Cheltenham winner
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Post by dennisg on Nov 21, 2017 7:32:31 GMT
Gordon Elliott could not be happier with Death Duty ahead of the exciting novice chaser's next assignment at Fairyhouse. The six-year-old gelding, a for the RSA Chase at Cheltenham, has hitherto looked a natural over fences and will run in the Drinmore Novice Chase in early December. Death Duty is unbeaten in his new vocation, with his trainer seemingly counting down the days before the two-and-a-half-mile Grade One. Elliott said: "He's heading straight to the Drinmore. He's in great form. I couldn't be happier with him and he's bouncing. "It'll be a good race as there are a brilliant bunch of staying chasers this year." Stablemate Apple's Jade is also on track for the same two-day meeting after a winning return to action in the Lismullen Hurdle at Navan. Elliott said of last season's Mares' Hurdle heroine: "She's in great form. She's going to go to Fairyhouse for the Hatton's Grace, all being well. She's a star - she's very good." The County Meath handler delivered less palatable news regarding Grade One-winning chaser Don Poli, who is out for the season with a leg injury. Elliott said: "It's unfortunate - just one of those things - but he hasn't much mileage and will definitely be back." Samcro is one of the most promising novice hurdlers in Ireland and is set to reappear at Navan on Sunday. The five-year-old chestnut glided to victory in a maiden hurdle at Punchestown last month and is on course for the Grade Three Monksfield Novice Hurdle over two and a half miles. Elliott said: "At the moment, the plan is to run Samcro. He's in good form and he'll do a bit of work (Tuesday morning)."
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