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Post by Kimmy on Nov 24, 2017 7:10:05 GMT
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Post by dennisg on Nov 24, 2017 7:47:14 GMT
in today's sporting life................ Matt Brocklebank tipped last year's winner Vieux Lion Rouge at 25/1 - don't miss his antepost preview of the 2017 Becher Chase at Aintree. Fergal O'Brien goes from strength to strength as a trainer and having ended last season in sparkling form he's now already surpassed his previous best in terms of winners during a single campaign. Those victories include Colin's Sister in Wetherby's West Yorkshire Hurdle, Poetic Rhythm in the Persian War at Chepstow and Perfect Candidate's November Meeting success at Cheltenham. So it's pretty clear that not only can we expect the shrewd O'Brien to keep sending out loads of winners, but punters should also be better prepared for him muscling in on the biggest days at the biggest fixtures throughout the National Hunt season. Cue Randox Health Becher Chase day at Aintree on December 9, in which the trainer has three entries at this stage: the aforementioned Perfect Candidate, veteran performer Alvarado and the most intriguing of the trio, VIVA STEVE (25/1, Sky Bet). He's not always been with O'Brien; having joined from Mick Channon's yard last October and he made an impeccable start for his new team when winning in a first-time tongue tie at Ayr 12 months ago. With that taking victory over a trip just over three miles came a degree of expectation. Viva Steve was sent off 8/1 for the Classic Chase at Warwick, won by Grand National hero One For Arthur, while he was the same price after being tipped by a few good judges ahead of the valuable BetBright Handicap Chase at Kempton in February. Not a great deal went right for him in either of those races but the fact O'Brien drew stumps after Kempton suggests something may have been amiss and, more importantly, identified and corrected by the trainer. And his only outing so far this season leaves the impression the horse is now back on an even keel, having jumped really well behind the pace and stayed on for fourth in the Kerry National at Listowel. It's no great surprise he was aimed towards a 'National' as early as September as they were hoping he might make the cut for Aintree in the spring - he didn't actually miss out by many in the end - while the subsequent layoff is by no means a negative as his last two wins have arrived when fresh. The eagle-eyed reader will have spotted that as well as the selection, Go Conquer, The Last Samuri and Three Faces West all race in the silks of Paul & Clare Rooney, and the big one in April probably represents the long-term target for just about every one of them in an ideal world. Identifying how many - and which - of this quartet are in line for the Becher is not easy but there are reasons to think one of two of the others may head elsewhere and Viva Steve's Kerry National effort screamed Becher. It was definitely a positive start to the year and one on which he can hopefully build, but the big question now is 'will he handle the unique challenge of the course?' It's no great secret that experience over the Aintree fences is preferable - the last seven Becher winners had all had a previous look at the course - but having never fallen or unseated in his 23-race career over jumps he's generally a very safe conveyance. And at the prices I'm willing to make an exception for a horse who possesses the no-nonsense attributes required to thrive in the atmosphere of a frantically-run race over the National fences. Others on the radar include the returning duo Mendip Express and Bishops Road, along with Emerging Force, who runs for another trainer on a steep upward trajectory in Harry Whittington. The seven-year-old doesn't look obviously well treated on what he's shown in handicaps so far but he came alive in staying novice events around this time last year and he's another horse of which more should be heard in the coming months. Recommended bets: Antepost Angle
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Post by dennisg on Nov 24, 2017 7:48:39 GMT
The versatile Thomas Brown can build on his comeback run when he bids for a second course win at Ascot on Friday, according to Keith Hamer. Thomas Brown can reap the benefit of a promising seasonal reappearance to open his account for the campaign in the Waitrose Handicap Chase at Ascot. The eight-year-old, trained by Harry Fry, ran well for a long way when sixth to Go Conquer in the Sodexo Gold Cup over three miles at the Berkshire track until race fitness told in the closing stages. He is dropped down to two miles, five furlongs for this race but he is pretty versatile, having won from distances between two and three miles. And he was successful on this course over two miles and three furlongs in a novice chase two years ago. Lalor is likely to go nicely in the David Brownlow Charitable Foundation "Introductory" Hurdle. The five-year-old is well liked by trainer Richard Woollacott, for whom he won a Grade Two bumper at Aintree in April. He did not do much wrong on his hurdling debut, either, as Lalor was only beaten a short head by Onefortheroadtom in a solid race at Wincanton last month. Lalor rallied with plenty of zest late on and only succumbed by the most slender of margins. That was a grand effort, and though this does not look a breeze by any stretch of the imagination Lalor looks a jolly good horse who should more than pay his way this winter. Lalor Lalor A Bold Move is an interesting proposition as he makes his debut over fences in the Robert Price Builders Merchants Novices' Handicap Chase at Ffos Las. The Christian Williams-trained seven-year-old has fair hurdles form on the course, whose boss is his part-owner Dai Walters. Though he did not win over the smaller obstacles, A Bold Move was placed on his last three starts and the time has come for him to go chasing. Oak Vintage looks a worthy ally at Catterick. Ann Hamilton's seven-year-old has gone up 10lb for a really impressive victory at Kelso earlier in the month, but that might not yet stifle further progress in the Racing UK-sponsored handicap chase over two miles and three furlongs. Sporting Life suggestions ASCOT: 1.00 Sternrubin, 1.30 Kildisart, 2.05 Lalor, 2.40 THOMAS BROWN (NAP), 3.15 Brandon Hill, 3.50 Don Bersy. CATTERICK: 12.20 Romulus Du Donjon, 12.50 Oak Vintage, 1.20 Black Art, 1.50 Thumb Stone Blues, 2.25 Hello Bertie, 3.00 Valgor Du Ronceray, 3.35 Phantom Isle. DUNDALK: 5.30 Aggression, 6.00 New Story, 6.30 Clear Skies, 7.00 Hope Lake, 7.30 Haunting Vocals, 8.00 Princess Yaiza, 8.30 Seanie, 9.00 Tidal's Baby. FFOS LAS: 1.10 Diamond Reggie, 1.40 Dark Invader, 2.15 A Bold Move, 2.50 Never Equalled, 3.25 Steel Native, 4.00 Al Dancer. NEWCASTLE: 5.45 Breathoffreshair, 6.15 Creel, 6.45 Darkolva, 7.15 Casterbridge, 7.45 Thello, 8.15 Newmarket Warrior, 8.45 Insurplus, 9.15 Bequia. DOUBLE: Thomas Brown and Lalor.
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Post by dennisg on Nov 24, 2017 7:50:08 GMT
Alex Hammond reflects on the mesmerising victory of Apple's Shakira and looks ahead to this weekend's feature races. The jumps season really took off with Cheltenham’s three-day November Meeting last weekend. Which performances stood out for you? Oh crikey, where to start? I was taken with the performances of both Finian’s Oscar and Movewiththetimes, the first two horses home in Friday’s Steel Plate and Sections Novices’ Chase. This race has been won by some real superstars in the past including Denman and Imperial Commander and I think this duo will hit similar heights given a bit of luck and judgement. They could both end up at Cheltenham in March with the Arkle, JLT and RSA all viable options depending on ground conditions on the day. At the moment Finian’s Oscar is shortest in the market for the JLT at 6/1 with Sky Bet. Also on Friday, I liked the look of Nicky Henderson’s On The Blind Side who won the closing Grade 2 Novices’ Hurdle. He looks to be getting the hang of things and could be one for the Albert Bartlett, for which he’s now 14/1 with Sky Bet. I was also impressed with Slate House who handled the really testing ground to win the Sky Bet Supreme Novices’ Hurdle Trial on Sunday. I think he’s one for the long term and trainer Colin Tizzard suggested as such after his win. There’s no doubt that the odds -n favourite Dame De Compagnie ran below expectations, but let’s not take anything away from the winner who looks to have an exciting future. He’s by Presenting and generally they prefer better ground, which makes it even more impressive. He was a £260,000 purchase back in the spring which is no surprise for an Irish point-to-point winner who hails from the family of Big Buck's and I hope we'll see much more of him in the seasons to come. Click on the image to back On The Blind Side for Cheltenham If there was one horse running at Cheltenham last weekend that you think could follow-up at the Festival in March… please tell us now! Now that one is easy! I was stunned by the performance of Apple’s Shakira and she must have a great chance in the Triumph Hurdle at the Festival for which she’s now 4/1 clear favourite. Hopefully you were listening last week when I pointed you in her direction and she was still a 16/1 shot for the juvenile hurdle race in March! Having watched her France win on YouTube I thought she was a really scopey, athletic mare and she proved that to be the case at Cheltenham on Saturday. She drifted out before being backed into even money favourite last weekend, which surprised me, as I was sure she would be an unbackable price. She’s a full sister to top-class mare Apple’s Jade and this filly is showing all the right signs to follow in her illustrious sibling’s footsteps. Racing UK ✔ @racing_UK Sisters are doin' it for themselves. Apple's Shakira, a full sister to Apple's Jade, leaves Geraghty stunned ▶️ bit.ly/2zQUibb 8:30 PM - Nov 18, 2017 5 5 Replies 70 70 Retweets 188 188 likes Twitter Ads info and privacy The BHA this week announced the declaration of wind ops will be made compulsory in January. Is this a good thing for British racing? I personally think so, as you can’t have too much information as a punter. In the past if I had got wind of (excuse the pun) news that a horse had had a breathing op, I always used to feel I had somehow got hold of privileged information. In this day and age information is widely available about numerous things (apart from when a mare is in foal, but that’s another story) and it’s about time this information was made public knowledge. I know it hasn’t gone down well in all quarters with some trainers stating that these procedures are not always beneficial/successful and also that breeders may be unhappy in case it devalues their stock at stud. I can see both arguments, but it’s up to punters to decide if they feel a horse is a more attractive betting proposition owing to a recent wind operation, or not. That’s the nature of gambling, but knowledge is power and it’s important not to keep racing fans in the dark. We need to lift the veil off our industry as much as possible in order to encourage new people to this great sport and it’s not helpful to treat racegoers, punters and fans like mushrooms; if you know what I mean?! The Betfair Chase takes place at Haydock on Saturday and it looks like it'll be run on really testing ground. With that in mind where’s your money going? The race will be run without Gold Cup winner Sizing John as his trainer Jessica Harrington sensibly isn’t keen to let her stable star slog his guts out on heavy ground at Haydock on his seasonal reappearance; he’ll instead start off in the John Durkan Memorial next month. Saturday’s race still looks like shaping up to be a cracker though. Nigel Twiston-Davies��� Bristol De Mai is an exciting young chaser who could be set for a superb season after getting things started by winning the Charlie Hall Chase at Wetherby. He won't mind the testing ground and has winning form around Haydock too which is a bonus nowadays. Cue Card fell in the Charlie Hall, but I think we can write that off, certainly back at Haydock in this race, which he has almost made his own. He won it in 2013, 2015 and 2016. He will be ridden by Harry Cobden for the first time on Saturday which may spark a revival too as for some older horses familiarity can breed contempt. I'm not suggesting that is the case here, but it’s not unusual for a horse to put his best foot forward when a new pilot is deployed. At the prices though I’m going to take a punt on Sky Bet’s 11/2 third favourite Outlander. He’s no slouch having won 10 of his 24 starts, three at Grade 1 level. He's trained by the master that is Gordon Elliott and comes here off the back of a win in the JNWine.com Champion Chase at Down Royal. He had an operation in the summer to help alleviate a back problem, which looks to have helped him and there's no doubt he's brilliant on his day. Let's hope his is his day. At The Races ✔ @attheraces It's a 1-2 for Gigginstown as Outlander takes the @jnwine Champion Chase at @downroyal: 2:40 PM - Nov 4, 2017 1 1 Reply 29 29 Retweets 45 45 likes Twitter Ads info and privacy Plenty of good racing on the rest of the Haydock card and at Ascot on Saturday. What else tickles your fancy? I'm looking forward to seeing Top Notch in Ascot’s Christy 1965 Chase. I think Nicky Henderson’s charge will have benefitted from his seasonal debut over hurdles at Aintree earlier this month when third of three behind Unowhatimeanharry and Value At Risk and that should have helped prime him for a return to chasing. Barry Geraghty is also jocked up on Palmers Hill in the opening Novices’ Hurdle at Ascot and I’m looking forward to seeing Jonjo O’Neill’s exciting young horse in action again. I backed him when he won on hurdles debut at Uttoxeter last month and he looked pretty special that day. He could have run at Cheltenham at the weekend, but they come here instead and I hope he takes another step up the ladder. Staying at Ascot and the Philip Hobbs-trained Defi Du Seuil could start his season off in the Coral Hurdle for which he is even money favourite, but deservedly so. I hope we get to see him here and if we do, that he wins easily. In case you need reminding, he has won eight of his nine starts, including the Triumph Hurdle and Aintree’s 4yo Hurdle and I’m looking forward to seeing how he fares in his second season hurdling. At Haydock I’m looking forward to seeing The Worlds End in the Stayers Handicap Hurdle. He’s a horse I put up as one to follow at the beginning of the season and Tom George’s six-year-old could put himself in line for an eventual tilt at the Stayers Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival with a decent performance here. There is just a concern about really testing ground, which he is unproven on. He’s 5/1 for Saturday’s race and 10/1 for Cheltenham.
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Post by dennisg on Nov 24, 2017 7:52:13 GMT
The British Horseracing Authority has announced it will seek to amend the rules of racing "to avoid weakening the ability for penalties to be imposed for breaching the equine anti-doping rules" after losing a landmark case against a ruling by a disciplinary panel. In an unprecedented move, the BHA had appealed the decision of the panel in August not to impose a penalty on trainer Philip Hobbs, after Keep Moving tested positive for cetirizine, which is an non-sedative antihistamine that is a banned substance on racedays, following his third-placed finish at Ludlow in January. The horse was disqualified as a matter of routine, but the panel decided Hobbs had established the administration of the drug was unintentional and had taken all reasonable precautions, so, in its interpretation of the rules, he should not be penalised, a verdict that was upheld by the appeal board. The BHA had argued that when the source of the substance cannot be established, it followed a trainer should be accountable under the principle of strict liability, that "regardless of intent or motive, under the Rules of Racing the trainer is the person responsible for any prohibited substance found in a horse in their care". Jamie Stier, the BHA's chief regulatory officer, said: "This appeal was brought to seek clarification in relation to the interpretation of Rule (G)11.4. Whilst the appeal board's judgement does not challenge the principle of strict liability, it has shown there is an issue with the way the Rules of Racing are currently written. "In order to address the point raised by the appeal board, there needs to be an amendment to the current rules." Stier added: "A sufficient deterrent is fundamental to the enforcement of a effective anti-doping regime in any sport and therefore it is of vital importance that the principle of strict liability is backed up with appropriate penalties." Martin Bourne, partner at Knights 1759, handled the case on behalf of Hobbs, working with the National Trainers Federation and counsel Roderick Moore. He said: "I'm delighted the judicial panel upheld the original decision not to impose a penalty. This is the first time a case like this has been heard and it a very good decision for Mr Hobbs and the wider horse training community. "There is a clear difference, when applying the 'no penalty' rule, between an obvious performance-enhancing drug and an over-the-counter antihistamine, as the risk on innocent contamination from human to horse is so much greater - a fact both the disciplinary panel and the judicial panel took on board." He added: "The BHA's regulatory arm argued that unless a trainer can prove how the drug got into the horse the trainer cannot obtain the benefit of the 'no penalty' rule. "Roderick Moore argued that such an interpretation was not supported by the words used in the rule which were designed to protect trainers who found themselves, through no fault of their own, in Mr Hobbs' position. Happily the judicial panel agreed with that view." The NTF said it would "strongly discourage" the BHA from seeking a rule change. A statement read: "The NTF is very pleased with the appeal board's decision in this landmark case. Its effect is to confirm that the absence of a known source of a prohibited substance in a horse's sample is not a bar to a disciplinary panel absolving a trainer of a personal penalty under the strict liability rules as long as the particular facts of the case demonstrate that the trainer has met the threshold required by the rules. "We note that in response to this decision, the BHA will seek a rule change. We would strongly discourage them from this. Each case will still turn on the facts. Far from obstructing its ability to regulate the sport, the BHA should recognise that this ruling gives trainers an incentive to ensure they apply the very best management practices to prevent their horses from being administered with or contaminated by a prohibited substance whether in their home stables or at a racecourse. "There is no such incentive if the trainer is penalised whatever the circumstances. It should not be forgotten that the result does not change the inevitable disqualification of the horse with serious consequences for the connections including the trainer. This in itself is sufficient deterrent. "We want to be clear that the NTF fully supports British racing's rules on equine anti-doping and their objective to ensure that everyone competes on level terms on British racecourses. Our interest in the appeal was to ensure fair treatment of trainers under those rules."
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 24, 2017 12:40:03 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 24, 2017 12:40:41 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 24, 2017 20:19:58 GMT
Ascot, 24 Nov 17 Race 3 - 2:05pm THE DAVID BROWNLOW CHARITABLE FOUNDATION "INTRODUCTORY" HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) KAYF GRACE wore earplugs.
An enquiry was held to consider the circumstances surrounding an alteration to the record of vaccinations in the passport of BABYTAGGLE (IRE), trained by Dai Williams. After being interviewed, Williams was fined £80, and the matter was further referred to the Head Office of the British Horseracing Authority for further consideration.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that BRESLIN, unplaced, was suffering from post-race ataxia.
Race 4 - 2:40pm THE WAITROSE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that KILCREA VALE (IRE), placed third, had lost its right-fore shoe.
Race 5 - 3:15pm THE DAVIDSTOW HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) The winner, WALK IN THE MILL (FR), appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Stratford on 21 October 2017 where the gelding finished fifth of six, beaten by 29 ¼ lengths. Robert Walford’s explanation that the gelding was outpaced at Stratford and had benefitted from a step up in trip from 2m 5f to 2m 7f, was noted.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that KAKI DE LA PREE (FR), which was pulled up, was lame on its left-fore. Gary Moore reported that ANTONY (FR), which was pulled up, jumped left-handed, and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing, failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 6 - 3:50pm THE COUTTS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) Following the race, Barry Geraghty reported that MIDNIGHT MAESTRO, which started favourite and finished unplaced, made a bad mistake at the first flight and lost its confidence. View Stewards report Catterick Bridge, 24 Nov 17 Race 1 - 12:20pm THE JUMP SEASON STARTS NOW CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (PART OF THE RACING EXCELLENCE INITIATIVE) The performance of BOCASIEN DESBOIS (FR) which started favourite and finished unplaced, was considered. Martin Todhunter’s explanation was noted that the gelding made a mistake jumping the last hurdle on the first circuit and was never travelling thereafter. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of BOCASIEN DESBOIS (FR), during routine testing, failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Following the race, Alexander Thorne reported that WOLFSLAIR (IRE), unplaced, hung right and Kaine Wood reported that JOKERS AND ROGUES (IRE), unplaced, hung right.
Race 2 - 12:50pm THE RACING UK PROFITS RETURNED TO RACING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Following the race, John Kington reported that STORMBAY BOMBER (IRE), which was pulled up, was never travelling and the Veterinary Officer reported that MINELA SUITE (IRE), placed fourth, had an overreach on its left fore. The Veterinary Officer further reported that a post-race endoscopic examination of CHRISTMAS TWENTY (IRE), which was pulled up, revealed the gelding had blood in its trachea.
Race 3 - 1:20pm THE WATCH RACING UK ANYWHERE NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race, Thomas Dowson reported that THE RESDEV WAY, unplaced, jumped right throughout and Mr D. Delahunt reported that EASTER MYTTON, which was pulled up, ran too free in the early stages.
Race 4 - 1:50pm THE GO RACING IN YORKSHIRE WINTER FESTIVAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier for The Challenger Staying Chase Series Final) Following the race, Jonathan England reported that RAKTIMAN (IRE), unplaced, didn’t jump fluently under pressure.
Race 5 - 2:25pm THE INJURED JOCKEYS FUND NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race, Colm McCormack reported that GREAT COLACI, unplaced, ran too freely.
Race 7 - 3:35pm THE RACING AGAIN 19th DECEMBER INTERMEDIATE OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 6) Following the race, Charlie Hammond reported that TRIGGER NICHOL (IRE), unplaced, hung right. The Veterinary Officer subsequently reported that the gelding was suffering from atrial fibrillation. View Stewards report Ffos Las, 24 Nov 17 Race 3 - 2:15pm THE ROBERT PRICE BUILDERS MERCHANTS STEEPLE CHASE (A NOVICES' LIMITED HANDICAP) (CLASS 4) Following the race Davy Russell reported that A BOLD MOVE (IRE), which was pulled up, stopped quickly. The Stewards ordered the gelding to be routine tested.
Race 4 - 2:50pm THE TENOVUS CLOSER TO HOME APPEAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Following the race Aidan Coleman reported that COBOLOBO (FR), unplaced, was unsuited by the slow pace.
Race 5 - 3:25pm THE PENCNWC HOLIDAY PARK HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Following the race Trevor Whelan reported that STEEL NATIVE (IRE), unplaced, was never travelling and the Veterinary Officer reported that ALBERTO'S DREAM, which was pulled up, had bled from the nose.
Race 6 - 4:00pm THE WEST COAST HAULAGE STANDARD NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' AND AMATEUR RIDERS' RACE) Fergal O’Brien was fined £140 as the record of vaccinations in the passport of OCEAN COVE (IRE) did not comply with the Rules of Racing.
MOONLIGHT HAZE, ridden by Mr B.R. Jones, fell inside the final furlong. Having viewed recordings of the fall it
was found that no other horse or rider was involved and was caused by the gelding sustaining an injury. View Stewards report Newcastle, 24 Nov 17 Race 1 - 5:45pm THE BETWAY APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for VECHEKA (IRE) to go to post early.
Following the race; Sebastian Woods reported that DREAM REVIVAL, placed third, was denied a clear run inside the final 2 furlongs, and Seamus Cronin reported that MEDIA WORLD (IRE), unplaced, was never travelling.
Race 2 - 6:15pm THE 32Red.com NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Paul Mulrennan, the rider of LORD CAPRIO (IRE), placed second, had used his whip above the permitted level inside the final 2 furlongs. As the offence warranted a suspension of between 2 and 6 days and taking into account that this was the rider’s fifth such suspension within the previous 6 months, Mulrennan was referred to the Head Office of the British Horseracing Authority.
Race 3 - 6:45pm THE 32Red.com NOVICE AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 6) Graham Lee reported that FASCINATOR, placed second, ran green.
Race 4 - 7:15pm THE BETWAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for YOUNG TIGER to go to post early.
The performance of YOUNG TIGER which finished unplaced, was considered. The representative of Trainer Tom Tate could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 5 - 7:45pm THE SUNBETS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV I) It was noted that inside the final furlong, THELLO, unplaced, edged slightly right at the same time as GUN CASE, placed third, shifted slightly left, giving a small bump to OFF ART, unplaced. However, after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that it did not involve a riding offence. View Stewards report
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 24, 2017 20:21:04 GMT
Richard Johnson hopes to be back in action at Haydock on Saturday after taking a tumble at Wincanton on Thursday.
The champion jumps jockey twisted his hip in a fall from Springtown Lake, who looked all over the winner when coming down after jumping the final flight in a handicap hurdle over two and a half miles at the Somerset venue.
Johnson gave up his rides at Ascot on Friday, but intends to return at Haydock, where he has four mounts.
"I twisted my hip so I'm not riding today, fingers crossed I'll be back tomorrow," he said.
"I just landed awkwardly when he fell a couple of strides after the last.
"It's a bit sore, but I'm going swimming and hopefully all will be right for tomorrow."
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 24, 2017 20:21:59 GMT
Bryan Cooper flew back to Ireland for precautionary X-rays on his shoulder blade following a fall in the first race on the card at Ascot on Friday.
The leading Irish rider was partnering the Colin Tizzard-trained 5-4 favourite Sizing Tennessee in the Tindle Newspapers Beginners' Chase, in the colours of the late Alan and Ann Potts, when he was unseated at the second fence.
Cooper gave up his one remaining ride on Bally Longford, but was hopeful the injury was not serious.
"I spoke to Bryan. He's catching a flight back to Dublin and he's going to Connolly Hospital for X-rays on his shoulder blade," said Dr Adrian McGoldrick, the Irish Turf Club's senior medical officer.
Cooper is due to return to Ascot on Saturday to partner Sizing Granite in the Christy 1965 Chase.
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 25, 2017 7:09:34 GMT
Saturday: going, weather & non-runners Ascot GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (GoingStick: Chs 6.2, Hdl 6.7) (Rail movements; R1 & 3 +8yds, R2 & 4 +16yds, R5 & 7 +4yds) WEATHER: Partly cloudy Gowran Park GOING: HEAVY WEATHER: Sunny Haydock GOING: HEAVY (Soft in places on the Hurdle course) (GoingStick: Chs 5.0, Hdl 5.2) (Rail movements: Races 2, 6 & 7 +18yds, Race 3 +9yds) WEATHER: Light rain NON RUNNERS: 3:35 Kaki De La Pree (7) Huntingdon GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (Good in places) (GoingStick: Hdl 6.8, Chs 6.4) (Rail movements: Race 1 +56yds, Races 2 & 5 +43yds, Races 3 & 4 +47yds, Race 6 +74yds and Race 7 +37yds) WEATHER: Mostly sunny Lingfield (AW) GOING: POLYTRACK: STANDARD WEATHER: Mostly sunny STALLS: 5f & 1m - Outside; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 1:25 Bollihope (6) 3:10 Banta Bay (11)Mossy's Lodge (1) Wolverhampton (AW) GOING: TAPETA: STANDARD WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 7f - Outside; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 5:45 Volevo Lui (9)
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 25, 2017 7:10:29 GMT
TODAY'S NAPS TIME CRS TIPSTER LEVEL STAKES Sir Ivan 3:35 Hayd attheraces.com, Lawrence Taylor +43.96 Dandridge 3:15 Asct Racing Post, Spotlight +14.83 Defi Du Seuil 2:40 Asct Sheffield Star, Fortunatus +14.07 Drakefell 12:50 Ling Daily Telegraph, Marlborough +13.83 Chti Balko 1:50 Hayd sportinglife.com +13.18 Minella Awards 2:25 Hayd Racing Post, West Country +10.66 Russe Blanc 12:40 Hayd Racing UK, The Score +9.18 Quite By Chance 3:15 Asct Oxford Mail, Mark Edwards +5.75 Drakefell 12:50 Ling Glasgow Evening Times, Jeffrey Ross +5.27 Hurricane Lil 11:45 Ling Western Morning News, West Tip +3.75 Minella Awards 2:25 Hayd Daily Mirror, Newsboy +3.08 The Worlds End 2:25 Hayd Sky Sports News, Alex Hammond +2.6 Outlander 3:00 Hayd Morning Star, Farringdon +1 Lanjano 9:15 Wolv Racing Post, The North +0.25 Gulliver 12:15 Ling The Star, Patrick Weaver -0.95 Wallace Spirit 3:50 Asct Racing Post, Lambourn -1.12 Smad Place 2:05 Asct Sunday Express, Jason Heavey -1.15 The Worlds End 2:25 Hayd Yorkshire Post, The Duke -1.78 Limited Reserve 1:50 Hayd The Guardian -1.98 Sharjah 1:10 Gowr The Irish Sun -2.5 Templeross 2:25 Hayd Gloucestershire Echo, Melissa Jones -3.11 Smad Place 2:05 Asct Racing Post, RP Ratings -3.66 Chase The Spud 3:35 Hayd Weekender, Paul Kealy -5 San Benedeto 3:15 Asct Scottish Sun, Jim Delahunt -5.18 Cue Card 3:00 Hayd Scottish Express, Chris Goulding -6.41 Baywing 3:35 Hayd Chester Leader, Charlie Croasdale -6.75 Josses Hill 2:05 Asct Shropshire Star, Andy Morris -6.88 Lough Derg Farmer 12:55 Asct The Sun, Templegate -7.87 Clan Des Obeaux 1:15 Hayd Wolverhampton Express & Star, Andrew Bladen -8.6 Silsol 2:25 Hayd Daily Mail, Robin Goodfellow -8.77 San Benedeto 3:15 Asct The Sun On Sunday, Sirius -8.92 Clyne 1:50 Hayd Liverpool Echo, Chris Wright -9.38 Cue Card 3:00 Hayd Yorkshire Evening Post, Lee Sobot -9.38 Abbreviate 12:55 Asct Racing Post, Postdata -10 Defi Du Seuil 2:40 Asct Daily Post, Mercury -11.92 Cue Card 3:00 Hayd Racing and Football Outlook -12.99 Sam Spinner 2:25 Hayd Sunday Mail, Rockavon -13.52 Champers On Ice 2:25 Hayd Irish Post, Karl Hedley -13.67 Minella Awards 2:25 Hayd Irish Herald, Ian Gaughran -13.79 Born Survivor 1:15 Hayd The Press, York, Ebor -14.33 Ocean Eleven 8:15 Wolv Belfast Newsletter, Wise Owl -14.91 Russe Blanc 12:40 Hayd Daily Star Sunday, Moorestyle -15 Portrush Ted 3:50 Asct The Irish Field, Rory Delargy -15.83 Russe Blanc 12:40 Hayd Sunday Telegraph, Whistler -17.31 Le Rocher 2:25 Hayd The Scotsman, Glendale -17.54 Jack Blane 2:35 Ling The Times, Rob Wright -18.96 Bristol De Mai 3:00 Hayd Glasgow Herald, PicksfromthePaddock -18.97 Cue Card 3:00 Hayd Daily Express, The Scout -19.24 Outlander 3:00 Hayd Daily Record, Garry Owen -20.68
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 25, 2017 7:11:19 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Hipster Boy (6.15 Wolverhampton, nap)
John Gosden’s Dubawi colt may have found the ground too testing on his debut at Nottingham this month but still ran well to be third. The juvenile has impressed since then on Long Hill.
Others to follow Lingfield 12.15 Gulliver, 12.50 Galloway Hills, 3.00 Labhay, 3.40 Annie Salts. Wolverhampton 5.45 Shakour, 6.45 Berryessa.
6/5 Hipster Boy 6:15 Wolverhampton (AW) Lambourn: James Burn
Wallace Spirit (3.50 Ascot, nap)
Top trainer Nicky Henderson has won this race a couple of times in recent seasons and thinks plenty of this good-looking Le Havre newcomer who has done well over the summer, having come close to running in the spring.
Others to follow Ascot 12.20 Take To Heart, 12.55 Lough Derg Farmer, 1.30 Hitherjacques Lady, 2.05 Top Notch, 2.40 Dicosimo. Haydock 3.35 Lessons In Milan. Huntingdon 12.00 No Hiding Place, 12.30 Casablanca Mix, 1.05 Bridge Of Cally, 1.40 Star Foot, 2.15 Fort Smith, 3.25 French Crusader. Lingfield 11.45 Mr Large, 12.15 Chevallier, 12.50 Hit The Beat, 3.40 Blazed. Wolverhampton 5.45 Mr Reckless, 6.15 Voyager Blue, 7.15 Vegas Boy, 8.15 Every Chance, 9.15 Tuscany.
12/1 Wallace Spirit 3:50 Ascot West Country: Tim Mitchell
Minella Awards (2.25 Haydock, nap)
Lightly-raced but progressive hurdler for Harry Fry last season, winning the EBF Final before signing off with a career-best at Punchestown in April. Connections have had this race in mind for a while and, with further improvement likely, a bold showing will be expected.
Others to follow Ascot 12.55 Soupy Soups. 1.30 Whatsthatallabout, 2.05 Frodon, 2.40 Defi Du Seuil, 3.15 Quite By Chance, 3.50 Dr Rhythm. Haydock 12.10 Dynamite Dollars, 1.15 Clan Des Obeaux, 1.50 Verni, 3.00 Cue Card, 3.35 Robinsfirth.Huntingdon: 1.40 Fool To Cry, 3.25 Cheeky Chica.
7/1 Minella Awards 2:25 Haydock North: Colin Russell
Lanjano (9.15 Wolverhampton, nap)
Lightly-raced sort who ran his best race for a while when tried up over 7f for the first time at Redcar last month. Further progress likely and fancied to get off the mark on his AW debut.
Others to follow Ascot 3.15 Upsilon Bleu. Haydock 12.10 Midnight Shadow, 12.40 Courtown Oscar, 1.15 Vintage Clouds, 1.50 Chti Balko, 2.25 Sam Spinner, 3.35 Cloudy Too. Huntingdon: Dig A Bit Deeper, 1.05 Buonarroti, 1.40 Nefyn Bay. Lingfield 1.25 Falcon's Fire, 2.35 Jack Blane. Wolverhampton 5.45 The Lincoln Lawyer, 6.15 Angelina d'Or, 6.45 Lydiate Lady, 7.15 Lina's Star, 8.15 Barnaby Brook, 8.45 Ingleby Angel.
6/1 Lanjano 9:15 Wolverhampton (AW) Racing Post Ratings: Steve Mason
Smad Place (2.05 Ascot, nap)
A 170+ performer at his peak, he posted his best figure (168) for nearly a year when making a winning reappearance at Aintree and will be hard to beat if he runs to a similar level today.
3/1 Smad Place 2:05 Ascot Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Three Musketeers (2.25 Haydock)
Shaped encouragingly at Aintree a month ago and Dan Skelton's six-year-old can make his presence felt in this competitive staying handicap.
20/1 Three Musketeers 2:25 Haydock Longshot: Ed Quigley
Sir Valentino (3.15 Ascot)
Jumping errors on very testing ground put pay to his chances in the Haldon Gold Cup. Can go well on a better surface with that run under his belt.
11/1 Sir Valentino 3:15 Ascot Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Kuraka (12.05 Gowran Park)
Runner-up to the smart Espoir D'Allen on his hurdling debut at Down Royal three weeks ago, the Gordon Elliott-trained gelding has solid claims in today's juvenile maiden hurdle and gets the vote to score under Davy Russell.
2/5 Kuraka 12:05 Gowran Park Don't forget: Members can receive Pricewise Extra at 10am and The Extra Edge at noon daily on racingpost.com
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 25, 2017 7:11:51 GMT
When Eddie Greatrex rides for Archie Watson at Wolverhampton it’s worth taking note as they have a 38 per cent strike-rate. They team up with Arden Pearl (7.15), who is making her handicap debut.
Kerry Lee is a trainer to note at Haydock, where she has a 38 per cent strike-rate. She sends only Russe Blanc (12.40) to the track, with champion jockey Richard Johnson booked.
This is a good time of year for Tom Lacey, who has a 24 per cent strike-rate two weeks either side of today’s date for the past five seasons. He sends two horses to Ascot, the pick being Polydora (12.20).
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 25, 2017 7:12:54 GMT
Looked most unlucky behind Swendab - a winner again since - over course and distance last month, and is well worth another chance.
Dropped 1lb for that defeat, David Simcock’s filly is surely capable of adding to a smooth Yarmouth win off her current mark of just 55.
5/2 Cool Breeze 6:45 Wolverhampton (AW)
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 25, 2017 7:13:53 GMT
ASCOT
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
12.20 Polydora
12.55 Will O’the West
1.30 River Arrow
2.05 Royal Regatta
2.40 Defi Du Seuil
3.15 San Benedeto (nb)
3.50 Nestor Park
GIMCRACK
12.20 Palmers Hill
12.55 Remind Me Later
1.30 Jester Jet
2.05 Josses Hill (nb)
2.40 Defi Du Seuil
3.15 Quite By Chance
3.50 Dr Rhythm
HUNTINGDON
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
12.00 Clondaw Native
12.30 Casablanca Mix
1.05 Global Citizen
1.40 Baby Jake
2.15 Lord Ben
2.50 Miss Mayfair
3.25 French Crusader
GIMCRACK
12.00 Clondaw Native
12.30 Casablanca Mix
1.05 Clondaw Castle
1.40 Holryale
2.15 Lord Ben
2.50 Rare Legend
3.25 Blazing Gold
WOLVERHAMPTON
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
5.45 Shakour
6.15 Hipster Boy
6.45 Lydiate Lady
7.15 Axe Cap
7.45 Singular Quest
8.15 Tha’ir
8.45 Ingleby Angel
9.15 Varsovian
GIMCRACK
5.45 Guvenor’s Choice
6.15 Dukeofwallingford
6.45 Berryessa
7.15 Vegas Boy
7.45 Raashdy
8.15 Barnaby Brook
8.45 Lord Murphy
9.15 Zaeem
LINGFIELD
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
11.45 Mr Large
12.15 Hakam
12.50 Drakefell
1.25 Silver Dixie
2.00 Luang Prabang
2.35 Jack Blane
3.10 Hisar
3.40 Union Rose
GIMCRACK
11.45 Counterfeit
12.15 Hakam
12.50 Zouch
1.25 Suitsus
2.00 Lady Perignon
2.35 Loveatfirstsight
3.10 Hisar
3.40 Union Rose
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 25, 2017 7:14:26 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 25, 2017 7:44:08 GMT
Going report
Lingfield (First race 11.45) Standard (AW).
Huntingdon (12.00) Good to soft, good in places (6.4 chase and 6.8 hurdle on the GoingStick on Friday)
Gowran Park (12.05) Heavy.
Haydock (12.10) Heavy (4.4 chase and 5.1 hurdle on the GoingStick at 6.30am on Saturday). 1.15 add nine yards, all other chases add 18 yards.
Ascot (12.20) Good to soft (6.2 chase and 6.7 hurdle on the GoingStick on Friday). Races: 1 & 3: Adds 8yds Races: 2 & 4: Adds 16yds Races: 5 & 7 Adds 4yds.
Wolverhampton (5.45) Standard (AW).
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 25, 2017 18:51:11 GMT
Ascot, 25 Nov 17 Race 1 - 12:20pm THE MITIE EVENTS & LEISURE NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) Following the race, David Bass reported that JOHNNY OCEAN (IRE), which was pulled up, stopped quickly. Nico de Boinville reported that TAKE TO HEART, unplaced, was never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing, failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 2 - 12:55pm THE BAM CONSTRUCT UK STEEPLE CHASE (A NOVICES' LIMITED HANDICAP) (CLASS 3) Following the race, Nico de Boinville reported that LOUGH DERG FARMER (IRE), which started favourite and was pulled up, jumped left-handed and was never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing, failed to reveal any abnormalities. Andrew Tinkler reported that WILL O’THE WEST (IRE), unplaced, made a bad mistake 6 fences out and was never travelling thereafter.
Race 3 - 1:30pm THE TRISOFT MARES' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier for The Challenger Mares' Hurdle Series Final) The Stipendiary Steward observed Nick Scholfield using his mobile phone outside the designated area. The rider and the Stipendiary Steward were interviewed. Scholfield was fined £290.
The winner, GRACEFUL LEGEND, appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Wetherby on 4 November 2017 where the mare finished sixth of eight, beaten by 50 lengths. Ben Case’s explanation that the mare had benefitted from the first-time application of cheek pieces and the step up in trip from 2m to 2m 5f, was noted.
Race 4 - 2:05pm THE CHRISTY 1965 STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) Having reviewed recordings of the false start, the Starters were satisfied that no riders should be reported for contravening the starting procedures.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that FRODON (FR), placed third, had lost its left-fore shoe.
Race 5 - 2:40pm THE CORAL HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Registered as The Ascot Hurdle Race) (Grade 2) Permission was given for DEFI DU SEUIL (FR) to wear a hood in the Parade Ring.
The performance of DEFI DU SEUIL (FR) which started favourite and finished fourth of four, was considered. Philip Hobbs could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing, failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 6 - 3:15pm THE SHAWBROOK HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) Permission was given for UPSILON BLEU (FR) to be mounted in the chute.
The winner, SIR VALENTINO (FR) appeared to show improved form compared with its previous run at Exeter on 7 November 2017 where the gelding was pulled up. Tom George’s representative’s explanation that the gelding was better suited by today’s Good to Soft, Good in places ground compared to the Soft, Good to Soft ground at Exeter, was noted. SIR VALENTINO (FR) was routine tested.
J J Burke, the rider of the winner, SIR VALENTINO (FR), was suspended for 4 days for using his whip above permitted level from approaching 2 out.
Race 7 - 3:50pm THE ELITE AV STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 4) James Evans was fined £140 as the record of vaccinations in the passport of LORD GETAWAY (IRE) did not comply with the Rules of Racing.
Thomas Greatrex, the rider of PORTRUSH TED (IRE), placed second, was suspended for 4 days for using his whip above permitted level in the home straight. View Stewards report Haydock Park, 25 Nov 17 Race 2 - 12:40pm THE BETFAIR EACH WAY EDGE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) The winner, HAINAN (FR), appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Ayr on 4 November 2017 where the gelding was pulled up. Sue Smith’s representative’s explanation was noted that the gelding had stripped fitter from its previous run and was suited by the return to fences. HAINAN (FR) was routine tested.
Race 3 - 1:15pm THE CASH OUT IN-PLAY WITH BETFAIR GRADUATION STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) Following the race, Derek Fox reported that BIG RIVER (IRE), which was pulled up, was never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding, during routine testing, revealed BIG RIVER (IRE) was suffering from atrial fibrillation, and had also lost its right hind and left fore shoes. The Veterinary Officer further reported that CYRIUS DARIUS, placed fourth, had lost its right hind shoe.
Race 4 - 1:50pm THE BETFAIR EXCHANGE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) CHTI BALKO (FR) wore earplugs throughout the race.
The performance of DIAMOND FORT (IRE) which finished unplaced, was considered. Fergal O’Brien could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance.
Race 5 - 2:25pm THE BETFAIR STAYERS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 3) Having reviewed recordings of the false start, the Starters were satisfied that no riders should be reported for contravening the starting procedures.
Joe Colliver, the rider of the winner, SAM SPINNER, was suspended for 8 days and fined £1050 for using his whip after the final furlong when clearly winning.
The performance of MINELLA AWARDS (IRE) which finished unplaced, was considered. Harry Fry’s explanation that the gelding was unsuited by the Heavy going, and would prefer a sounder surface was noted. MINELLA AWARDS (IRE) was routine tested.
Race 6 - 3:00pm THE BETFAIR STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 1) (Registered as The Lancashire Steeple Chase) BRISTOL DE MAI (FR) wore earplugs throughout the race, and TEA FOR TWO wore earplugs which were removed at the start.
Race 7 - 3:35pm THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED WITH BETFAIR HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) At the fourth last fence, BALLYMALIN (IRE) refused and hampered LESSONS IN MILAN (IRE) who was consequently pulled up but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved. View Stewards report Huntingdon, 25 Nov 17 Race 1 - 12:00pm THE RUTH WEIR NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) The Veterinary Officer reported that the winner, SILVER KAYF, lost its left hind shoe.
Race 2 - 12:30pm THE EBF TBA MARES' NOVICES' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (NHMOPS Bonus Race) The Veterinary Officer reported that WHERE’S CHERRY (IRE), which was pulled up, had bled from the nose.
Race 3 - 1:05pm THE WOODHURST CONSTRUCTION MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) The sponsorship in relation to CASSIVELLAUNUS (IRE), trained by Daniel Steele, did not comply with the Sponsorship Code of Conduct. Steele was warned as to his responsibility to ensure that the correct sponsorship is carried.
The Veterinary Officer reported that BUONARROTI (IRE), unplaced, had bled from the nose.
Race 4 - 1:40pm THE WOODHURST CONSTRUCTION LADIES RIDERS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier for The Challenger Two Mile Hurdle Series Final) Johnny Farrelly was fined £80 as the sponsorship in relation to FOOL TO CRY (IRE) did not comply with the Sponsorship Code of Conduct. View Stewards report Lingfield Park, 25 Nov 17 Race 1 - 11:45am THE £10 FREE AT 32Red.com SELLING STAKES (CLASS 6) BOND DO TIGARO, trained by Sylvester Kirk was late in the Parade Ring, due to the rider weighing out late after having incorrect sponsorship on his breeches.
Following the race, David Probert reported that CORNISH POINT (IRE), unplaced, ran green.
Race 2 - 12:15pm THE PLAY SLOTS AT sunbets.co.uk/vegas CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 3) On the run to the line, C NOTE (IRE), unplaced, lugged right and turned the quarters of BUMPTIOUS, placed fourth, which caused C NOTE (IRE) to suffer interference and run onto the heels of CHEVALLIER, placed second, resulting in Daniel Muscutt, the rider of C NOTE (IRE), to momentarily ease consequently losing fifth position, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Daniel Muscutt reported that C NOTE (IRE), unplaced, suffered interference and Josephine Gordon reported that GULLIVER, unplaced, was never travelling.
Race 3 - 12:50pm THE 32Red CASINO/EBF STALLIONS NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for MOCEAD CAPPALL to go early to post
Approximately a furlong out, CRYSTAL DEAUVILLE (FR), unplaced, ducked left away from the whip taking GUNNAR JULIUS (USA), unplaced, off his intended line, causing Kieran O'Neill, the rider of SWISS PSALM, unplaced, to momentarily ease, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Race 4 - 1:25pm THE BETWAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) An enquiry was held to consider interference in the final furlong when BEEPEECEE, placed third, ridden by Shane Kelly interfered with FALCON'S FIRE (IRE), unplaced, ridden by Phillip Makin. The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. Kelly was cautioned for careless riding as he switched right when not sufficiently clear making contact with FALCON'S FIRE (IRE).
The winner, MUSIC MAJOR, appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Kempton on November 1st 2017 where the gelding finished eighth of ten, beaten by 13 lengths. Michael Atxxxxer’s explanation that the gelding appreciated the step up in trip from 1 mile to 1 mile 2 furlongs was noted. MUSIC MAJOR was routine tested.
Following the race, Martin Harley reported that YOGIYOGIYOGI (IRE), unplaced, hung left-handed up the straight.
Race 5 - 2:00pm THE 32Red.com/EBF FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, David Probert reported that LADY PERIGNON, placed fourth, hung right-handed up the straight and George Wood reported that CAPE TO CUBA, placed third, was slowly away.
Race 6 - 2:35pm THE PLAY STARBURST SLOT AT sunbets.co.uk/vegas HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) An enquiry was held to consider the placings in this race after interference inside the final furlong when the winner, LOVEATFIRSTSIGHT, ridden by Daniel Muscutt interfered with JACK BLANE, placed second, ridden by Phillip Makin. The riders were interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. The Stewards considered that the interference had not improved LOVEATFIRSTSIGHT's placing as although JACK BLANE was making headway late on, the gelding appeared to lose little momentum as a result of the interference, which was less than the official winning margin of a neck. Muscutt was suspended for 2 days for careless riding as he allowed his mount to drift right-handed without sufficient correction taking JACK BLANE off its intended line.
Following the race, Liam Keniry reported that LAST WORD, unplaced, was denied a clear run.
Race 7 - 3:10pm THE PLAY STARBURST SLOT AT sunbets.co.uk/vegas HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Following the race, Daniel Muscutt reported that METTE, unplaced, ran too freely in the early stages.
Race 8 - 3:40pm THE BETWAY SPRINT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for COME ON DAVE (IRE) and BLAZED (IRE) to go early to post and for ANNIE SALTS to mount on the track and go early to post.
Following the race, Kieran O'Neill reported that PENNY DREADFUL, placed fourth, hung badly right-handed throughout. View Stewards report Wolverhampton, 25 Nov 17 Race 1 - 5:45pm THE 32Red.com EBF STALLIONS NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV I) The Clerk of the Scales objected to MR RECKLESS (IRE), placed fourth, ridden by Dougie Costello on the grounds of the rider failing to weigh in. MR RECKLESS (IRE) was disqualified and the placings revised as follows: THE LINCOLN LAWYER, placed fourth. After being interviewed, the rider was suspended for 3 days and was not entitled to a riding fee.
Race 2 - 6:15pm THE 32Red.com EBF STALLIONS NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Following the race, Jason Hart reported that VOYAGER BLUE, placed third, ran green.
Race 4 - 7:15pm THE 32Redsport.com NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for ARDEN PEARL (IRE) and AXE CAP (IRE) to go early to post.
Race 5 - 7:45pm THE BETWAY LIVE CASINO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for MISS DUSKY DIVA (IRE) to go early to post.
Race 6 - 8:15pm THE BETWAY CLAIMING STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for TADAANY (IRE) to go early to post.
Race 8 - 9:15pm THE sunbets.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for CHETAN to go early to post.
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 25, 2017 18:52:04 GMT
Davy Russell hopes to take up his rides at Navan on Sunday after a foot injury caused him to be stood down at Gowran on Saturday.
The jumps jockey took a tumble from Mortal when just headed by Carter McKay at the final flight of a two-mile maiden hurdle.
Though he then steered Roaring Bull into third place behind Sharjah in the following race, Russell had to give up his last three mounts.
"He's a bit sore but he hopes to ride in Navan tomorrow," said Irish Turf Club senior medical officer Dr Adrian McGoldrick.
Russell's five rides at the County Meath track include Mala Beach for Gordon Elliott in the €100,00 Troytown Handicap Chase.
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 25, 2017 18:52:27 GMT
Josephine Gordon rode a 100th winner of the year when Thunderbolt Rocks struck at Wolverhampton on Saturday evening.
The jockey put the seal on a breakthrough year as the 10-1 chance, trained by Hugo Palmer, won the first division of an eight-and-a-half-furlong novice stakes by three-quarters of a length from Dance Me.
Gordon made vast gains during the 2017 Flat season and secured a first Group-race winner when the Palmer-trained Koropick landed the Chipchase Stakes at Newcastle in June.
The 2016 champion apprentice also won a second Group Three in September when Apphia did the business in the Princess Royal Nayef Stakes at Newmarket.
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 25, 2017 18:58:30 GMT
Today's LIVE Scoop6 Results Win Fund: There were 2 correct selections each winning £326,452.90 Place Fund: There were 1,046 correct selections each winning £89.80
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 26, 2017 9:55:58 GMT
Sunday: going, weather & non-runners Exeter GOING: SOFT (GoingStick: Hdl 6.1, Chs 6.0) (Rail movements: Races 1 & 2 +145yds, Races 3 & 4 +30yds, Race 5 +24yds and Races 6 & 7 +79yds) WEATHER: Mostly cloudy NON RUNNERS: 1:55 According To Harry (2) 2:55 Alpine Secret (7) Navan GOING: HEAVY WEATHER: Cloudy NON RUNNERS: 1:05 Ballyluskey (1) Uttoxeter GOING: HEAVY (Soft in places) (GoingStick 6.6) (Rail movements: Race 1 +22yds, Races 2 & 4 +44yds and Race 6 +33yds) WEATHER: Showers NON RUNNERS: 1:15 Kapga De Lily (3) 1:45 Sweet Shirleen (3) 3:45 Kiwayu (4)Satellite (6)Dulce Panem (8)
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 26, 2017 9:56:30 GMT
TODAY'S NAPS TIME CRS TIPSTER LEVEL STAKES Dixie Highway 1:35 Navn attheraces.com, Lawrence Taylor +43.96 Al Destoor 3:45 Uttx Racing Post, Spotlight +13.83 Un Prophete 2:55 Extr Sheffield Star, Fortunatus +13.07 Eminent Poet 2:45 Uttx Daily Telegraph, Marlborough +12.83 General Principle 2:35 Navn sportinglife.com +12.18 Ice Cool Champs 2:45 Uttx Racing Post, West Country +9.66 Swincombe Scorchio 1:55 Extr Racing UK, The Score +8.18 Castarnie 1:55 Extr Oxford Mail, Mark Edwards +4.75 Marienstar 1:45 Uttx Glasgow Evening Times, Jeffrey Ross +4.27 Kristjano 3:55 Extr Western Morning News, West Tip +2.75 Crafty Roberto 2:55 Extr The Guardian +2.52 Ice Cool Champs 2:45 Uttx Daily Mirror, Newsboy +2.08 Ice Cool Champs 2:45 Uttx Sky Sports News, Alex Hammond +1.6 Umberto D'Olivate 1:55 Extr Weekender, Paul Kealy +1 Samcro 1:05 Navn Morning Star, Farringdon 0 Ubaltique 2:55 Extr Racing Post, The North -0.75 Last Goodbye 2:35 Navn The Irish Sun -0.88 Krackatoa King 2:15 Uttx The Star, Patrick Weaver -1.95 Flintham 2:25 Extr Racing Post, Lambourn -2.12 Ice Cool Champs 2:45 Uttx Sunday Express, Jason Heavey -2.15 Castarnie 1:55 Extr Yorkshire Post, The Duke -2.78 One Forty Seven 3:45 Uttx Gloucestershire Echo, Melissa Jones -4.11 Cave Top 3:45 Uttx Racing Post, RP Ratings -4.66 Al Destoor 3:45 Uttx Wolverhampton Express & Star, Andrew Bladen -5.6 Mala Beach 2:35 Navn Scottish Sun, Jim Delahunt -6.18 Impulsive Star 2:25 Extr Scottish Express, Chris Goulding -7.41 Turban 2:55 Extr Sunday Mail, Rockavon -7.52 Acapella Bourgeois 2:35 Navn Chester Leader, Charlie Croasdale -7.75 Woolstone One 1:15 Uttx Shropshire Star, Andy Morris -7.88 Castarnie 1:55 Extr The Sun, Templegate -8.87 Pennywell 1:45 Uttx Daily Mail, Robin Goodfellow -9.77 Alpine Secret 2:55 Extr The Sun On Sunday, Sirius -9.92 Kris Spin 2:45 Uttx Liverpool Echo, Chris Wright -10.38 Acapella Bourgeois 2:35 Navn Yorkshire Evening Post, Lee Sobot -10.38 Zeroeshadesofgrey 2:45 Uttx Racing Post, Postdata -11 Le Martalin 2:05 Navn Daily Post, Mercury -12.92 Ice Cool Champs 2:45 Uttx Racing and Football Outlook -13.99 We'll Be There 12:55 Extr Irish Post, Karl Hedley -14.67 Flintham 2:25 Extr Irish Herald, Ian Gaughran -14.79 Woolstone One 1:15 Uttx The Press, York, Ebor -15.33 Alpine Secret 2:55 Extr Belfast Newsletter, Wise Owl -15.91 Mister Drifter 1:25 Extr Daily Star Sunday, Moorestyle -16 Malapie 2:45 Uttx The Irish Field, Rory Delargy -16.83 Pennywell 1:45 Uttx Glasgow Herald, PicksfromthePaddock -17.87 Whiskey John 12:55 Extr Sunday Telegraph, Whistler -18.31 Beast Of Burden 2:45 Uttx The Scotsman, Glendale -18.54 Padleyourowncanoe 3:55 Extr The Times, Rob Wright -19.96 Castarnie 1:55 Extr Daily Express, The Scout -20.24 Impulsive Star 2:25 Extr Daily Record, Garry Owen -21.68
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 26, 2017 9:57:04 GMT
Lambourn: James Burn
Flintham (2.25 Exeter, nap)
Can need his seasonal reappearance, but connections cranked his preparation up a notch by working him alongside classy half-brother Coneygree at Newbury on Tuesday. Track and conditions should suit, so big run forecast.
7/2 Flintham 2:25 Exeter Others to follow Exeter 1.25 Royals And Rebels. Uttoxeter 1.15 Woolstone One, 2.15 Zephyros Bleu, 2.45 Zeroeshadesofgrey. West Country: Tim Mitchell
Ice Cool Champs (2.45 Uttoxeter, nap)
Lightly raced, unexposed gelding who is expected to find plenty of improvement now back up in distance after a very encouraging return.
13/8 Ice Cool Champs 2:45 Uttoxeter Others to follow Exeter 12.55 We'll Be There, 1.25 Mister Drifter, 1.55 Castarnie, 2.25 Brelan D'as, 2.55 Keep Moving, 3.25 Mercenaire, 3.55 Paddleyourowncanoe. Uttoxeter 1.45 Mozo. North: Richard Young
Ubaltique (2.55 Exeter, nap)
Rare runner at the course for the in-form Donald McCain yard. Fair effort on reappearance at Ayr and, having come on for that and on ground that suits, he is fancied to make his long journey worthwhile.
4/1 Ubaltique 2:55 Exeter Others to follow Uttoxeter 1.45 Floramoss, 3.15 Under The Red Sky, 3.45 Cave Top. Racing Post Ratings: Steve Mason
Cave Top (3.45 Uttoxeter, nap)
Bolted up from a subsequent winner on his Exeter reappearance and far from disgraced when making a quick comeback second. Could still be a bit better than his current mark.
11/4 Cave Top 3:45 Uttoxeter Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Eminent Poet (2.45 Uttoxeter)
Well beaten on his reappearance but Venetia Williams' mud-loving six-year-old has a fine attitude and can bounce back on his favoured ground.
10/1 Eminent Poet 2:45 Uttoxeter Longshot: Ed Quigley
Wounded Warrior (2.35 Navan)
Wheels have come off lately but will relish ground, has an exceptional record at the venue and looks well treated off 142.
40/1 Wounded Warrior 2:35 Navan Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Glenloe (3.05 Navan)
The Gordon Elliott-trained six-year-old appeals in thid 2m7f handicap hurdle following an encouraging start to the season at Naas 15 days ago when he stayed on well for second in the Brown Lad Hurdle over 2m4f. He won his maiden over course and distance last season and can score under 5lb claimer Chris Meehan.
2/1 Glenloe 3:05 Navan >> There are no Newmarket tips today
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 26, 2017 9:57:33 GMT
BANKER
Twist On Ginge (3.15 Uttoxeter)
It's strange to see this five-year-old running back at 2m4f after two placed efforts over 3m plus, but he has been dropped 5lb since making his chasing debut two starts back and looks primed to strike. Jamie Bargary takes off a further 3lb with his claim and this looks a much easier task than when he finished second to an in-form handicapper last time out.
15/8 Twist On Ginge 3:15 Uttoxeter IRISH ANGLE
Acapella Bourgeois (2.35 Navan)
Gordon Elliott has won this contest for the last three years and he has six of the 22 entered runners, but Willie Mullins so often spoils the party for Elliott and can do it once again with the ex-Sandra Hughes-trained Acapella Bourgeois. Making his first start for the champion trainer, the topweight will have to overcome 215 days off the course but Mullins will almost certainly have himself fit enough to do himself justice and could prove well handicapped off a mark of 149.
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 26, 2017 9:58:00 GMT
Paul Nicholls and Harry Cobden are a combination to follow when teaming up at Exeter. They operate at a 33 per cent strike-rate and Brelan D’As can go close for the pair in the 2.25.
Tom Lacey has a solid 28 per cent strike-rate when running horses for the first time in a handicap. Thomas Patrick can go well in Exeter’s 1.25 and add to the +£27.50 level stakes profit.
Tim Vaughan is a trainer to keep on side when applying cheekpieces for the first time. Satellite wears them in Uttoxeter’s 3.45 and can add to the trainer’s healthy 21 per cent strike-rate.
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Post by Kimmy on Nov 26, 2017 16:26:41 GMT
Exeter, 26 Nov 17 Race 1 - 12:55pm THE GAIL HARRISON - A LIFETIME IN RACING HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Following the race Stuart Kittow reported that WE’LL BE THERE, unplaced, was never travelling and the Veterinary Officer reported that WHISKEY JOHN, unplaced, had bled from the nose.
Race 2 - 1:25pm THE HAPPY 75TH BIRTHDAY BELINDA LYON SMITH HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race Ian Popham reported that AYLA'S EMPEROR, which was pulled up, jumped badly left-handed throughout.
Race 3 - 1:55pm THE READ NOEL FEHILY AT 188BET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Following the race Nigel Hawke reported that LORD BALLIM (FR), which was pulled up, was unsuited by the soft ground and would prefer a faster surface.
Race 4 - 2:25pm THE BET £10 GET £20 AT 188BET NOVICES' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Following the race Harry Cobden reported that BRELAN D'AS (FR), placed third, ran too freely.
Race 5 - 2:55pm THE FREE SPINS AT 188BET CASINO HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Permission was given for NATIVE ROBIN (IRE) to wear a hood in the parade ring only.
Race 7 - 3:55pm THE DEVON COUNTY SHOW CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) The record of vaccinations in the passport of EDVARDO (IRE) did not comply with the Rules of Racing. Richard Woollacott was fined £280, as this was his second offence within the previous 12 months.
Permission was given for THUNDERING HOME to be mounted on the track and go early to post. View Stewards report Uttoxeter, 26 Nov 17 Race 2 - 1:45pm THE ED SIDWELL - WHOLESALE FRUIT AND VEG MARES' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Stan Sheppard reported that THE MODEL COUNTY (IRE), which was pulled up, hung left.
Race 4 - 2:45pm THE SOPHIE & AMI ROCK HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier for The Challenger Staying Hurdle Series Final) Trevor Whelan reported that ZEROESHADESOFGREY (IRE), unplaced, was never travelling.
Race 5 - 3:15pm THE CATERHAM MARBLE & GRANITE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) It was noted that THE HORSECHESNUT (IRE) made a bad mistake at the first fence which resulted in Sean Quinlan losing both his reins. In the process of trying to regain them and pull the gelding up, THE HORSECHESNUT (IRE) interfered with CAPTAIN SHARPE, unplaced, on the approach to the third fence. After viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
The apparent improvement in form of the winner, KNOCKNAMONA (IRE), ridden by Alain Cawley and trained by Micky Hammond, compared with its previous run at Sedgefield on 25 October 2017 where the gelding finished tenth of thirteen, beaten 45 lengths. Micky Hammond’s representative was interviewed. He explained that KNOCKNAMONA (IRE) can be a worrier but, on this occasion, had travelled well to the racecourse. He added that the gelding had appreciated the ground, which was officially described as Heavy, Soft in Places. KNOCKNAMONA (IRE) was routine tested
Jamie Bargary reported that TWIST ON GINGE (IRE), which was pulled up, was never travelling and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
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Post by dennisg on Nov 27, 2017 7:39:58 GMT
IN TODAY'S SPORTING LIFE............. Mala Beach provided Gordon Elliott with his fourth straight victory in the Ladbrokes Troytown Chase at Navan. The Cullentra handler had won the last three renewals of the prestigious handicap and appeared intent on adding to his tally, saddling five runners in a 21-strong field. Mala Beach, runner-up on his seasonal reappearance at Galway last month, was a 12/1 shot in the hands of Davy Russell and moved smoothly into contention from the home turn. Bonny Kate was in front jumping the second fence from the finish, but Mala Beach soon took over and galloped all the way to the line to score by two-and-three-quarter lengths. Dont Tell No One finished off strongly to fill the runner-up spot ahead of Bonny Kate and Poormans Hill in third and fourth place respectively. Acapella Bourgeois was a heavily-backed 7/4 favourite on his first start for Willie Mullins, but the top-weight fell with over a circuit still to run. Mala Beach was cut for three big handicaps by Sky Bet; the at Newbury next weekend for which he was cut to 16/1 from 25/1, the at Aintree on December 9 (14/1 from 20/1) and the on December 27 (12/1 from 16/1). Mala Beach and Davy Russell Mala Beach and Davy Russell Russell said: "It's a fabulous race to win. I was lucky to win in the past and it's great to win it again. "We went a really good gallop and I knew I was riding a good horse. I couldn't do much about the weight (11st 9lb), so I just had to go with the pace and slot him in behind the leaders." Elliott said: "In fairness to that horse he has been threatening to win a big race for a long time. "Simon (McGonagle) my head man rides him out every day at home and he had full confidence in him today. He said he'd love the ground and he thought he would go close. "It hasn't been easy, it has been a long road. "He was running in a Bobbyjo Chase a couple of years ago and fell at the second-last, so he deserved to win that today. "If it ever came up soft in Aintree he could be an English National horse." When asked about a potential tilt at the Lexus Chase at Leopardstown, Elliott added: "It would have to be soft and I'd have to talk to Chris (Jones, owner)."
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Post by dennisg on Nov 27, 2017 7:41:30 GMT
ancied to get the job done at Kempton Park. Jer's Girl promises to be the star turn on a good card at Kempton, where she runs in the Listed OLBG Mares' Hurdle. The Gavin Cromwell-trained Irish raider can more often be found plying her trade against some of the best hurdlers around, and while this might not be totally straightforward, she is expected to take advantage of the drop in class. The five-year-old was last seen finishing second to the top-notch Apple's Jade in a Grade Two at Navan, having previously been fourth to former Champion Hurdle hero Jezki at Tipperary. Her finest hour to date came at Punchestown last year when winning the Grade One Champion Novice Hurdle and something like her best form should be good enough, especially as she gets weight from her two main dangers, La Bague Au Roi and Midnight Tour. Brain Power is the one to follow in the racinguk.com Novices' Chase as he makes his fencing bow. A very useful individual over hurdles for Nicky Henderson, the six-year-old won a valuable event at Ascot at last year's Christmas meeting before having his sights raised to Grade One company. He was not disgraced, either, running with credit to be eighth to stablemate Buveur D'Air in the Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham and not being far away when fifth behind Wicklow Brave in the Punchestown equivalent. His jumping has not always been flawless, but Henderson will surely have been dishing out some tough tests on the schooling ground in preparation for this and he could take high rank in the novice division this season. Play The Ace has been in great heart recently and can keep up the good work in the Racing UK.com/Join Handicap Chase. Peter Bowen's charge is a particularly formidable opponent at Stratford, where he has won four times, but looked equally as good at Wincanton last time out and should find ground conditions just about ideal. Chirico Vallis made a winning start for Neil Mulholland at Southwell and strike again in the totequadpot Handicap Chase at Ludlow. Formerly trained by Gordon Elliott, Chirico Vallis switched to Mulholland's care during the summer and duly shone on his British bow when also tackling fences for the first time. While the race he won at the Nottinghamshire circuit was something of a penalty kick - he was sent off the 1-10 favourite - Chirico Vallis impressed with his jumping on good ground. He is likely to face more testing conditions here, but having been a winner on heavy ground in Ireland, Chirico Vallis should not have any problems on that score. Sporting Life Suggestions KEMPTON: 12.55 Potterman, 1.30 Brain Power, 2.05 JER'S GIRL (NAP), 2.35 Play The Ace, 3.10 Night Generation, 3.40 Cool Macavity. LUDLOW: 12.35 The Major, 1.05 Protek Des Flos, 1.40 Colonial Dreams, 2.15 Chirico Vallis, 2.45 Number One London, 3.20 Leg Lock Luke, 3.50 Saucy Sioux. DOUBLE: Jer's Girl and Brain Power.
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