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Post by Kimmy on Dec 17, 2017 21:39:40 GMT
Douvan, who had been general 3-1 second favourite for the Betway Queen Mother Champion Chase, will miss the rest of the season, trainer Willie Mullins revealed on Sunday.
Mullins said: "I haven't been happy with Douvan over the past few days. He appeared to have recovered from the problem that ruled him out of the Tingle Creek but he has been intermittently lame since we started doing more with him during the week."
He added: "I've spoken to his owner Rich Ricci and because of the calibre of horse Douvan is we've decided to take a conservative approach. Consequently he won't be running this season."
The seven-year-old, beaten only once in ten starts over fences, is a six-time Grade 1-winning chaser.
He last ran when suffering his only defeat over fences at the Cheltenham Festival in March, when he finished seventh in the Champion Chase. It was discovered he had suffered a stress fracture of the pelvis.
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 17, 2017 21:41:13 GMT
Newmarket: Anthony Burke
Hasanoanda (4.10 Wolverhampton, nap)
Arguably didn't get the run of the race at Chelmsford on debut but still ran a race full of promise. With normal improvement assured he is expected to go very close here.
Others to follow Wolverhampton: 2.35 Dream Start, 3.10 Kingsley Klarion, 3.40 Global Rose, 4.40 Taghee, 5.10 Middle Creek.
11/8 Hasanoanda 4:10 Wolverhampton (AW) Lambourn: James Burn
Fixe Le Kap (12.50 Plumpton, nap)
Imposing five-year-old who was useful over hurdles, but looks the type who could thrive over fences. He should be hard to beat and the ground will suit.
Others to follow Ffos Las: 1.00 Savoy Court, 2.40 Rayvin Black. Plumpton: 12.20 Lisp. Wolverhampton: 2.00 Isstoora, 2.35 Haraz, 4.10 Voyager Blue, 4.40 Carp Kid, 5.10 Crumblecreek.
2/7 Fixe Le Kap 12:50 Plumpton West Country: Tim Mitchell
Hideaway Vic (3.30 Plumpton, nap)
Made a promising start to his career when chasing home a useful prospect at Wincanton last month. With that experience under his belt and with the form standing up he is fancied to go one better.
Others to follow Ffos Las: 2.05 I'm Always Trying, 3.45 Bachy Baby. Plumpton: 1.20 New To This Town, 1.50 Bear Rails, 2.25 Thundering Home, 3.00 Le Coeur Net.
4/7 Hideaway Vic 3:30 Plumpton North: Colin Russell
Maraweh (12.40 Musselburgh, nap)
Course-and-distance winner who has taken a while to come to himself this season. Particularly well handicapped now and is fancied to take advantage.
Others to follow Musselburgh: 12.10 Silver Concorde, 1.10 Cousin Oscar, 1.40 Some Reign, 2.15 Romulus Du Donjon, 2.50 Doctor Glaz, 3.20 Royal Mandate. Wolverhampton: 2.00 Archipeligo, 2.35 Bernie's Boy, 3.10 Hamish McGonagain, 3.40 Magic Pulse, 4.40 Blue Harmony, 5.10 Wonderfillo.
8/1 Maraweh 12:40 Musselburgh Racing Post Ratings: Steve Mason
Lisp (12.20 Plumpton, nap)
A half-brother to the smart Thomas Campbell, he shaped like a certain future winner on his recent hurdling debut and can take advantage of a hefty weight allowance from older rivals today.
4/5 Lisp 12:20 Plumpton Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Looksnowtlikebrian (1.30 Ffos Las)
Made an encouraging debut over fences when runner-up at Chepstow seven weeks ago and Tim Vaughan's six-year-old can open his account in that sphere.
15/8 Looksnowtlikebrian 1:30 Ffos Las Longshot: Ed Quigley
Lac Sacre (3.15 Ffos Las)
Blows hot and cold, but he will have no problem with the ground and looks to be on a competitive mark.
12/1 Lac Sacre 3:15 Ffos Las * There are no tips from Ireland today.
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 17, 2017 21:41:45 GMT
At Musselburgh Sandy Thomson and Rachael McDonald have individual records of 22 and 20 per cent. When they team up that improves to 43 per cent. They do so today with Cheenys Venture in the 12.10, Buckled in the 2.15 and John Williams in the 2.50.
Dan Skelton has a record of 50 from 155, a 32 per cent strike-rate, with horses having their first runs for him having switched from another stable. Cafe Au Lait joined Skelton from Sophie Leech and runs in the 2.25 at Plumpton.
Peter Bowen is operating at 16 per cent with his runners. However, when they are fitted with a first time tongue-tie that increases to 23 per cent, seven from 30. Potters Story sports the aid in the 2.40 at Ffos Las.
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 17, 2017 21:42:16 GMT
Monday: going, weather & non-runners Ffos Las GOING: HEAVY (GoingStick 6.1) (Rail movements: R1, 2 & 3 +103y, R4, 5 & 7 +69y, R6 +138y) WEATHER: Showers Musselburgh GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (GoingStick 6.5) (PRECAUTIONARY INSPECTION 8.30am Monday) WEATHER: Partly cloudy Plumpton GOING: SOFT (GoingStick: Hdl 5.4, Chs 5.6) (Frost covers over all landings, take offs and crossings) (Rail movements: R1 & 5 +66y, R2 & 6 +30y, R3 & 7 +84y, R4 +45y) WEATHER: Partly cloudy NON RUNNERS: 3:00 Sir Hubert (5) Wolverhampton (AW) GOING: TAPETA: STANDARD WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: Inside NON RUNNERS: 3:40 Global Rose (2)
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Post by dennisg on Dec 18, 2017 7:06:25 GMT
in today's sporting life................... Ben Linfoot heads to Wolverhampton for Monday's Daily Nap and he's backing an interesting Karl Burke-trained horse returning from a break. Recommended bet: Sporting Life's Daily Nap, December 17 Magic Mark is worth backing on his first run since being gelded in the 32RedCasino Nursery Handicap at Wolverhampton on Monday. Karl Burke’s son of Helmet ran to a good level of form, relative to the standard of Monday’s race, in three novice contests in the summer, including at York in June when he was third to Tulip Fever. That horse is now rated 81, as is the fourth home Rumshak, so Magic Mark could well be fairly treated off a handicap rating of 71. He was sent off the 85/40 favourite for his nursery debut at Carlisle in August, when running off a 1lb higher mark, but was beaten six lengths in sixth after being too keen to do himself justice. It’s with hope the gelding operation will help him settle better on Monday and help him see out his race off what looks a lenient enough mark. Daily Nap record: +2.06pts
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Post by dennisg on Dec 18, 2017 7:07:38 GMT
Crack two-mile chaser Douvan will miss the rest of the season, trainer Willie Mullins has announced. The Rich Ricci-owned seven-year-old has not been seen since losing his unbeaten record over fences in the Queen Mother Champion Chase at the Cheltenham Festival in March. He had been set to reappear in the Tingle Creek Chase at Sandown earlier this month but was not declared, with Mullins reporting he had not been totally happy with him in the days before the race, opting instead to wait for a possible run at Leopardstown over Christmas. However, it was revealed on Sunday that connections have now decided to miss the entire campaign. The seven-year-old had been prominent again in the betting for March's Queen Mother Champion Chase and his absence has seen Sky Bet trim Altior into from 2/1. Douvan's stablemate Min is now into for the two-mile contest with Politologue and Fox Norton . Mullins said: "It's disappointing news, but we are taking a very conservative approach to his recovery, so this season is on hold. "Our veterinary team will come back to us after the weekend to see what we need to do to help his recovery. He is young enough to come back to his best." Ricci's racing manager Joe Chambers said: "As Willie has said, we'll take a conservative approach and that's him done for the season and we'll try to get him right for next year." Douvan has won a total of eight Grade One contests in his career to date, including the Supreme Novices' Hurdle and Arkle Challenge Trophy at Cheltenham, beating current Gold Cup king Sizing John in the latter event in 2016.
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Post by dennisg on Dec 18, 2017 7:09:01 GMT
Next Destination boosted his reputation in running out an authoritative winner of the Navan Novice Hurdle at the County Meath course. Next Destination boosted his reputation in running out an authoritative winner of the Navan Novice Hurdle at the County Meath course. The Willie Mullins-trained five-year-old staked a strong claim for honours at Cheltenham in March, as he backed up his hurdling debut success at Naas five weeks ago to take Grade Two honours in some style. Half The Odds made the running from Cracking Smart, but the complexion of the race changed two out when Poli Roi went to the front. His effort proved short lived, however, as David Mullins delivered Next Destination with his bid and the 10-11 favourite went on to score by five and a half lengths. Cracking Smart got his second wind to take second place. Next Destination was cut to 8/1 from 10/1 for the at the Cheltenham Festival with Sky Bet. Next Destination and David Mullins Next Destination and David Mullins The winning rider was clearly impressed. He said: "I was amazed at how he picks up out of nowhere. You would think you were nearly falling asleep a bit. He missed the second-last and I just got after him a bit, and he picked up two or three gears. "He's won well at the line, but I think there is plenty to come still with him. "He has the right mentality for a good trip, but he picks up when you ask him. The second you want him, he's there."
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Post by dennisg on Dec 18, 2017 7:10:59 GMT
Nicky Henderson will bide his time with Brain Power after he unseated jockey David Mullins in the Henry VIII Novices' Chase at Sandown last weekend. The six-year-old, owned by Michael Buckley, looked a potential star on his chasing debut at Kempton late last month, but it all went wrong in the Grade One in Esher as his rider hit the deck at the last fence. Henderson said: "He is 100 per cent fine. We didn't want to be making the running. "He seems as bright as a button but I'm not going to rush to come back. "I wouldn't come back for the Wayward Lad (at Kempton over Christmas), I wouldn't think. "We probably should have waited for the Wayward Lad, but I don't want him to have three quick races as that wouldn't do him any good."
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 18, 2017 8:58:53 GMT
Going report
Ffos Las - first race 12.30 Heavy (GoingStick 6.2 on Monday at 6.30am) Race distances with rails layout: race 1, 2 & 3 +103yds; race 4, 5 & 7 +69yds and race 6 +138yds
Musselburgh - 12.10 Further inspection at 10am Good to soft (GoingStick 6.5 on Sunday at 8.00am)
Plumpton - 12.20 Soft, heavy in places (GoingStick: chase 5.6, hurdle 5.4 on Satuday at 3.00pm) Race distances: race 1 & 5 +66yds; race 2 & 6 +30yds; race 3 & 7 +84yds and race 4 +45yds.
Wolverhampton (AW) - 2.00 Standard
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 18, 2017 8:59:40 GMT
FFOS LAS
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
12.30 Flanagans Field (nap)
1.00 Oxwich Bay
1.30 Minella Scamp
2.05 Holdbacktheriver
2.40 Rayvin Black
3.15 Misty Mai
3.45 A Book Of Intrigue
GIMCRACK
12.30 Hurricane Rita
1.00 Oxwich Bay
1.30 Minella Scamp
2.05 I’m Always Trying
2.40 Tornado In Milan
3.15 Wood Yer
3.45 Potters Tale
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 18, 2017 9:00:03 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 18, 2017 9:00:28 GMT
MUSSELBURGH
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
12.10 Silver Concorde
12.40 Apachee Prince
1.10 Mullaghmurphy Blue
1.40 Some Reign
2.15 Jonny Delta
2.50 Doktor Glaz
3.20 Wot A Shot
GIMCRACK
12.10 Silver Concorde
12.40 Lady London
1.10 Strong Economy
1.40 Some Reign
2.15 Nathans Pride
2.50 John Williams
3.20 Raised On Grazeon
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PLUMPTON
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
12.20 Lisp
12.50 Fixe Le Kap
1.20 Delire D’estruval
1.50 Bears Rails
2.25 Landscape
3.00 Stoical Patient
3.30 Hideaway Vic
GIMCRACK
12.20 Now Listen Here
12.50 Fixe Le Kap (nb)
1.20 New To This Town
1.50 Bears Rails
2.25 Kastani Beach
3.00 Le Coeur Net
3.30 Hideaway Vic
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WOLVERHAMTPON
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
2.00 Barnaby Brook
2.35 Ballymore Castle
3.10 Plucky Dip (nb)
3.40 Tiger Lyon
4.10 Voyager Blue
4.40 Hilborough
5.10 Middle Creek
GIMCRACK
2.00 Isstoora (nap)
2.35 Bernie’s Boy
3.10 A Sure Welcome
3.40 Deviate
4.10 Hasanoanda
4.40 Blue Harmony
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 18, 2017 10:41:23 GMT
MUSSELBURG INSPECT AGAIN AT 11AM AHEAD OF TODAYS RACING.
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 18, 2017 17:29:10 GMT
Plumpton, 18 Dec 17 Race 1 - 12:20pm THE J H BUILDERS NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) An enquiry was held into the running and riding of HAVISHAM, ridden by Gavin Sheehan and trained by Jamie Snowden which was settled at the back of the field, before appearing to plug on under a hands and heels ride to finish sixth, beaten by 37 ¼ lengths. The rider and the trainer’s representative were interviewed and shown recordings of the race; a Stipendiary Steward offered observations, 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 settle HAVISHAM and get the gelding to switch off, as it had raced keenly last time. He added that HAVISHAM had settled well having made a mistake at the first which he felt may have caused the gelding to lose confidence and that HAVISHAM had been outpaced on the Soft, Heavy in places ground at points during the race. He further stated that he had asked HAVISHAM for an effort rounding the final bend and had hoped that the field would come back to him on the ground, and that the gelding had run on at the one pace. The trainer’s representative stated that the ride accorded with instructions given and she was satisfied with the ride given. Their explanations were noted.
Race 2 - 12:50pm THE HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHRIS KINANE NOVICES' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that GOOD MAN HUGHIE (IRE), placed third, had bled from the nose.
Race 3 - 1:20pm THE DEREK HUNNISETT MEMORIAL NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following concerns raised by the riders at the start regarding the low sun obscuring their vision at the three 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 4 - 1:50pm THE G. E. WHITE & SONS AGRICULTURAL BUILDINGS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Following the race, Paul O’Brien reported that LEITH HILL LAD had lost action turning in, at which point he had pulled the gelding up quickly. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 5 - 2:25pm THE A & D STAFF CHRISTMAS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Permission was given for THUNDERING HOME to go early to post and be mounted on the course.
The winner, LE CAPRICIEUX (FR), appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Sandown on 8 December 2017 where the gelding finished tenth of twelve, beaten by 74 lengths. Gary Moore’s explanation that the gelding had benefitted from the previous run and a drop in class was noted.
Race 7 - 3:30pm THE TIE THE KNOT WEDDING CATERING STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 6) Sam Thomas was fined £140 as the record of vaccinations in the passport of GLENTROOL did not comply with the Rules of Racing. View Stewards report Wolverhampton, 18 Dec 17 Race 1 - 2:00pm THE BETWAY AMATEUR RIDERS' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for BERLUSCA (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race Miss J. Cooley reported that BERLUSCA (IRE), unplaced, ran too free.
The sponsorship in relation to PURPLE ROCK (IRE), 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.
Race 4 - 3:40pm THE 32Red CASINO NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for TIGER LYON (USA) to go early to post.
On the bend into the home straight, the winner, TIGER LYON (USA), hung right carrying DEVIATE (IRE), unplaced, off its intended line which in turn interfered with MAGIC MARK, placed third, 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 TIGER LYON (USA).
The winner, TIGER LYON (USA), hung quickly right on the line despite the riders best efforts to keep him straight, giving a slight bump to MAGIC MARK, placed third, 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 TIGER LYON (USA).
Race 5 - 4:10pm THE 32Red.com EBF NOVICE MEDIAN AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 5) Inside the final furlong, the winner, JACKFINBAR (FR), lugged quickly right interfering with HASANOANDA, unplaced, which in turn interfered with THAT’S SO COOL, unplaced, 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 JACKFINBAR (FR).
Following the race Richard Kingscote reported that VOYAGER BLUE, placed second, jumped left leaving the stalls. Jack Mitchell reported that REALPOLITIK (IRE), placed fourth, hung left throughout.
Race 6 - 4:40pm THE 32Redsport.com CLAIMING STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race Nicola Currie reported that ZAPATEADO, placed second, was denied a clear run approximately two furlongs out. View Stewards report Ffos Las, 18 Dec 17 Race 1 - 12:30pm THE GWYNNE PRICE TRANSPORT CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) The performance of HURRICANE RITA (FR), which started favourite and was pulled up, was considered. Olly Murphy could offer no explanation for the mare’s performance. HURRICANE RITA (FR) was routine tested.
Race 3 - 1:30pm THE CELTIC ENERGY STEEPLE CHASE (A NOVICES' LIMITED HANDICAP) (CLASS 4) Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that ALF 'N' DOR (IRE), placed third, lost its right fore shoe. David Bass reported that CHAMPAGNE TO GO (IRE), which was pulled up, stopped quickly and Trevor Whelan reported that CORBETT COURT (IRE), which was pulled up, jumped poorly.
Race 4 - 2:05pm THE DAVIES CHEMISTS NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) The winner, FAIRMOUNT, appeared to show improved form compared with its previous run at Lingfield Park on 28 November 2017, where the gelding finished sixth of sixteen, beaten 22 lengths. Martin Keighley’s explanation that FAIRMOUNT was suited by the looser going here and by being able to dominate on this occasion, was noted. The gelding was routine tested.
Race 5 - 2:40pm THE SPIROS FINE DINING & EVENTS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier for The Challenger Two Mile Hurdle Series Final) The winner, POTTERS STORY, appeared to show improved form compared with its previous run at Cheltenham on 19 November 2017, where the gelding finished fourteenth of nineteen, beaten 37 lengths. Peter Bowen’s explanation that POTTERS STORY appeared better suited by a flatter track was noted. The gelding was routine tested.
Following the race the representative of Dr Richard Newland reported that CAPITOUL (FR), unplaced, was unsuited by the heavy ground.
Race 6 - 3:15pm THE SPIROS FINE DINING & EVENTS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Following the race Trevor Whelan reported that MAGICAL MAN, placed fourth, jumped poorly and David Bass reported that CRACKED REAR VIEW (IRE), which was pulled up, stopped quickly.
Race 7 - 3:45pm THE CELTIC ENERGY 'NEWCOMERS' STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 6) BACHY BABY, ridden by Noel Fehily, fell about approximately a furlong out. Fehily was interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. It was found that no other horse or rider was involved and was caused by the gelding shortening his stride and stumbling. View Stewards report Musselburgh, 18 Dec 17 Fixture Note An inspection was held due to concerns that some areas of the course remained affected by overnight frost. Riders, Brian Hughes, John Kington and Will Kennedy; Trainers N W Alexander, R Mike Smith and Barry Murtagh; The Clerk of the Course, the BHA Course Inspector, the Head Groundsman and a representative of the Racecourse Managing Executive were interviewed. Having considered the evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that racing could safely continue provided the last two fences in the back straight and the last hurdle in the back straight were bypassed due to ground conditions, as requested by the trainers and jockeys. Race 2 - 12:40pm THE BIGGEST EVER JUMPS SEASON ON RACINGUK HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) After the final hurdle, the winner FRASER CANYON, edged quickly right giving a small bump to JUSTATENNER, placed third. However, after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that it did not involve a riding offence and had not improved the placing of FRASER CANYON.
The winner FRASER CANYON, appeared to show an improvement in form, compared with its previous run at Exeter on 7 November 2017 where the gelding was pulled up. The Representative of Tim Vaughan explained that the gelding had benefitted from the first-time application of a visor on this occasion.
Lucy Alexander reported that FINAL REMINDER (IRE), unplaced, hung left throughout. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination found the gelding to be left fore.
Race 4 - 1:40pm THE EBF 'NATIONAL HUNT' NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Having reviewed the start the Stewards were satisfied that SOME REIGN (IRE) had refused to race after the start had been affected, and was therefore deemed to be a runner.
Iain Jardine reported that THE DELRAY MUNKY, placed third, had a breathing problem.
Race 5 - 2:15pm THE BIGGEST JUMPS SEASON ON RACING UK HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Following the race; Tim Reed reported that WORK DU BRETEAU (FR), unplaced had a breathing problem.
Craig Nichol reported that ROMULUS DU DONJON (IRE), 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 6 - 2:50pm THE BIGGEST JUMPS SEASON ON RACING UK HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) An enquiry was held to consider interference after the final fence when the winner RANCHER LASS (IRE) ridden by A E Lynch, edged right and interfered with HAVANA JACK (IRE), placed second, ridden by Danny Cook. Lynch was cautioned for careless riding as he allowed his mount to drift right without sufficient correction.
An enquiry was held into the apparent improvement in form of the winner, RANCHER LASS (IRE), ridden by A E Lynch and trained by Karl Thornton, which had never previously been placed. Thornton was interviewed and his explanation that the mare appreciated the Good ground on this occasion was noted. RANCHER LASS (IRE) was ordered to be routine tested.
The performance of AN LAOCH (IRE), which was pulled up, was considered. Trainer Chris Grant's explanation that the gelding did not jump fluently was noted.
Race 7 - 3:20pm THE RACING UK JUMP TO IT HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for NENDRUM (IRE) to go to post early.
Approaching the second last hurdle, RICHARD STRAUSS (IRE), placed fourth, shifted left handed causing a knock-on effect to RAISED ON GRAZEON placed second, NENDRUM (IRE) placed third, and KING’S WHARF (IRE) unplaced. However, after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that it did not involve a riding offence and that it had not improved the placing of RICHARD STRAUSS (IRE).
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 18, 2017 17:32:55 GMT
The British Horseracing Authority has scheduled an additional National Hunt fixture at Ayr on Friday.
Following the abandonment of several fixtures due to the recent cold snap, the governing body has moved to give northern-based trainers more opportunities to run their horses.
Entries for the Ayr meeting will close at noon on Tuesday with declarations at the 24-hour stage as normal on Thursday morning.
Nick Dartnall, race-planning executive for the BHA, said: " We have lost a substantial number of jump fixtures in the north in recent weeks and following requests from northern trainers and discussions with northern racecourses, felt that we should support the region if at all possible by providing an additional opportunity.
"It is quite unusual for us to stage an additional fixture on a day where we already expect to fulfil the betting criteria but in the circumstances we felt it was the right decision so will now stage four fixtures this Friday."
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 18, 2017 17:33:25 GMT
Tuesday's meeting at Fakenham is subject to an 8am inspection on raceday.
While officials report the track to be raceable at present, the possibility of frost and freezing fog overnight has prompted the call for an inspection.
The course is currently soft.
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 18, 2017 19:32:07 GMT
Tuesday: going, weather & non-runners Catterick GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (Soft in places) (GoingStick: Chs 7.4, Hdl 7.6) (Rail movements: R1, 3, 4 & 5 +12y, R2, 6 & 7 +6y) WEATHER: Cloudy Fakenham GOING: SOFT (GoingStick 5.0) (PRECAUTIONARY INSPECTION 8am Tuesday) (Rail movements: R1 & 4 +68y, R2 +102y, R3 & 5 +123y, R6 +85y) WEATHER: Mostly cloudy Southwell (AW) GOING: FIBRESAND: STANDARD WEATHER: Cloudy STALLS: 5f - Centre; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 2:30 Tatting (2)
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 18, 2017 20:09:42 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Jack The Truth (1.30 Southwell, nap)
Shaped as if this stiffer test would suit when second to Logi at Wolverhampton in February. George Scott's chestnut is fit from recent work on the Cambridge Road Polytrack.
2/1 Jack The Truth 1:30 Southwell (AW) Others to follow Southwell 3.30 Gnaad. Lambourn: James Burn
Mach One (1.00 Southwell, nap)
Course-and-distance winner last week, he has a 6lb penalty to defy but has been in good form this winter and should produce another bold display.
7/4 Mach One 1:00 Southwell (AW) Others to follow Fakenham 12.40 Dory, 1.10 Pennywell, 1.40 Cody Wyoming, 2.10 Cubswin, 3.10 No Hiding Place. Southwell 2.30 Every Chance. West Country: Andrew King
Espoir De Teillee (2.20 Catterick, nap)
Exciting prospect who justified short odds when bolting up over course and distance on hurdling debut and connections will be disappointed if this expensive purchase fails to follow up under a penalty.
1/5 Espoir De Teillee 2:20 Catterick Others to follow Catterick 1.20 Impulsive Star. North: Richard Young
Mujassam (2.00 Southwell, nap)
Back to form when winning over course and distance last time out and is fancied to follow up under his penalty.
7/2 Mujassam 2:00 Southwell (AW) Others to follow Catterick 12.20 Frankie Ballou, 12.50 Haulani, 1.20 Alzammaar, 1.50 Katy Royal, 2.20 Spin The Coin, 2.50 Paddling, 3.20 Return Ticket. Southwell 12.30 Lady Lintera, 1.00 Muqarred, 1.30 Ladies First, 2.30 Tatting, 3.00 Fortinbrass, 3.30 Pearl Acclaim. Racing Post Ratings: Steve Mason
William Hunter (3.10 Fakenham, nap)
Decent Flat handicapper who has shown enough on both hurdle starts to date to suggest he is capable of taking an ordinary looking maiden hurdle.
10/11 William Hunter 3:10 Fakenham Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Mortens Leam (2.40 Fakenham)
Made an encouraging chasing debut at Wetherby last month and Pam Sly's five-year-old may gain an overdue success.
8/11 Mortens Leam 2:40 Fakenham Longshot: Ed Quigley
Sumner Beach (1.00 Southwell)
Hasn't won since his debut which came at this venue, but runs off a career-low mark of 70 and can't be overlooked returning to Fibresand.
12/1 Sumner Beach 1:00 Southwell (AW) >> There are no tips from Ireland today
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 18, 2017 20:10:17 GMT
Alex Hales is top of the hot trainer’s list with a 33 per cent strike-rate in the past fortnight. He saddles Shinooki (1.10 Fakenham), who has three wins from seven starts at the course.
Karl Burke has a 22 per cent strike-rate at Southwell, increasing to 35 per cent when he combines with Joey Haynes. They team up with Fibresand debutant Angel Palanas in the 3.30.
Dan Skelton has a 29 per cent strike-rate at Catterick and a 32 per cent strike-rate with new recruits. He runs Frankel colt Solo Saxophone, who makes his hurdling debut in the 12.50.
Olly Murphy has a 36 per cent strike-rate at Fakenham and a 38 per cent strike-rate with handicap debutants. He saddles Ataman and General Bux in the 2.10.
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 19, 2017 10:35:34 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 19, 2017 10:35:54 GMT
CATTERICK
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
12.20 Irish Hawke
12.50 Beach Break
1.20 Alzammaar
1.50 West Of The Edge
2.20 Espoir De Teillee
2.50 Halcyon Days
3.20 Return Ticket
GIMCRACK
12.20 Irish Hawke
12.50 Beach Break
1.20 Tomngerry
1.50 West Of The Edge
2.20 Espoir De Teillee
2.50 Casual Cavalier
3.20 Return Ticket
...........................................................................................................................................FAKENHAM
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
12.40 Dory
1.10 Pennywell
1.40 Popelys Gull
2.10 Cubswin
2.40 Mortens Leam
3.10 William Hunter
GIMCRACK
12.40 Dory
1.10 Mamoo
1.40 Creep Desbois
2.10 Cubswin
2.40 Mortens Leam
3.10 No Hiding Place
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ROBIN GOODFELLOW
12.30 Optimickstickhill
1.00 Mach One (nap)
1.30 Ladies First
2.00 Mujassam (nb)
2.30 Throckley
3.00 Ubla
3.30 Pearl Acclaim
GIMCRACK
12.30 Lady Lintera
1.00 Mama Africa
1.30 Ladies First (nb)
2.00 Tricky Dicky
2.30 Tatting
3.00 Queens Royale
3.30 Pearl Acclaim (nap)
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 19, 2017 10:36:45 GMT
Catterick plays its part in a landmark moment for Frankel this afternoon as Solo Saxophone becomes the iconic superstar's first runner over jumps in the juvenile hurdle (12.50).
Placed in three of his five starts on the Flat and bought for €62,000 at the Goffs Horses In Training Sale in October, the Dan Skelton-trained colt faces nine rivals on a debut certain to generate plenty of interest.
Fakenham will need to pass a a further 10.30am inspection to join Catterick in providing the jumping action, while Southwell stages an all-weather fixture.
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 19, 2017 10:38:20 GMT
BANKER
Mach One (1.00 Southwell)
Has missed a beat at the start on both runs at Southwell but is clearly in good heart and has the potential to go in again despite carrying a 6lb penalty for his course-and-distance success eight days ago. It's tough to win from behind at this course, which means you should mark up his performance last time out and this doesn't look much harder.
13/8 Mach One 1:00 Southwell (AW) EYECATCHER
Hammer Gun (2.00 Southwell)
I'm pretty confident Hammer Gun is going to win a few races over the next couple of months and, after finding the winner's enclosure after some below-par runs last time out, he can be another on the card to follow up under a penalty. He's a course specialist with four wins from five starts at the course and still looks well handicapped.
10/3 Hammer Gun 2:00 Southwell (AW) Let our experts point you in the direction of the winners with invaluable punting pointers delivered directly to your inbox. Sign up here to get our free newsletter every week
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Post by dennisg on Dec 19, 2017 10:59:05 GMT
in today's sporting life............ Ben Linfoot assesses the latest official ratings from the BHA and one from Ireland as well following Cheltenham's International Meeting in the latest 'Weights & Measures'. Thrilling International serves up Festival clues My Tent Or Yours >>>> Remains on 162 The New One >>>> Remains on 163 Melon >>>> Up 4lb to 159 (Irish mark) The horse that came out best at the weights in Saturday’s Unibet International Hurdle was the one that made the least ripple in the large pool that is the Cheltenham Festival ante-post markets. While third-placed Melon was trimmed into a 16/1 third favourite for the Champion Hurdle and the winner My Tent Or Yours was cut to 25s from 40s in the same market, runner-up The New One was pretty much left alone at odds as big as 25/1 for his primary Festival target, the Sun Bets Stayers’ Hurdle. Giving 6lb to old rival My Tent Or Yours proved too tough a task this time, but his length-and-a-quarter defeat meant he would’ve come out on top off levels and he successfully put a length between himself and Melon with both carrying 11-6. It was further evidence that The New One isn’t far off his very best form despite the fact he is approaching a double-digit birthday and he absolutely deserves his retained 163 rating following two excellent performances in handicaps and his International second this season. That sort of rating is enough to put him in the mix for Stayers’ Hurdle honours and, who knows, it could well be that the three-mile trip will improve his current form. Despite having run 34 times in a career spanning six years, Nigel Twiston-Davies has never run him over a trip as far as three miles. In his novice season he was campaigned over 2m4f and 2m5f, culminating in his only Cheltenham Festival triumph in what is now the Ballymore, but that’s as far as he’s ever gone. After four failed attempts at the Champion Hurdle, it’s time to try something new. A new trip for The New One. And could the new kid on the block in the Stayers’ Hurdle division be overpriced at 25/1? Given he’s considered just 1lb and 4lb inferior to market leaders Nichols Canyon and Unowhatimeanharry respectively, the ratings suggest he might be. As for My Tent Or Yours, he stays on 162 and this was his day in the limelight. Receiving 6lb from The New One and Melon, race conditions were in his favour and he got away with ground being slightly softer than ideal. Second in the last three Champion Hurdles, he’ll have a fight on to finish as high as that in this season’s rankings if both Faugheen and Buveur d’Air turn up in top form, but there’s every chance he can be best of the rest given he can improve on this effort on spring ground. There’s obviously a feeling that the ‘B’ team were sent out from both Seven Barrows and Closutton at Cheltenham on Saturday, but, while we know where we are with My Tent Or Yours, there remains the potential for Melon to rank much higher come the end of the season. The Irish assessor has raised him 4lb to 159 now, not bad after just five hurdle starts. In comparison, Buveur D’Air was rated 151 after five starts over hurdles, while Faugheen was considered just a 2lb better animal on 161. And there is certainly room for improvement with Melon. He was too keen in the early stages on Saturday and was a bit short of room two out as well, so to finish as close as he did considering his relative inexperience says a lot about his natural talent. Off a harder gallop in a Champion Hurdle this strong traveller could have a big say. It’s no wonder he’s third favourite and, if he continues his improvement on his current trajectory, he’ll be much closer to the front two in the betting come March. View image on Twitter View image on Twitter Sporting Life ✔ @sportinglife My Tent Or Yours finally enjoyed a big win at Cheltenham today, beating old rival The New One! 🏇🙌 🥈x 3 Champion Hurdle 🥈Supreme Novices Hurdle 🥈International Hurdle 2016 🏆 International Hurdle 2017 3:53 PM - Dec 16, 2017 Replies Retweets 4 4 likes Twitter Ads info and privacy Clan worth his weight in Gold Guitar Pete >>>> Up 5lb to 139 Clan Des Obeaux >>>> Remains on 155 King’s Odyssesy >>>> Down 1lb to 139 The fatal injury to Starchitect just as he was about to land the biggest win of his career in the Caspian Caviar Gold Cup was devastating and never has a feature race at Cheltenham been greeted with such subdued applause. The winner, Guitar Pete, traded at 1000/1 in-running on Betfair when Starchitect went clear, but Nicky Richards’ horse stayed on best up the hill once the race changed complexion and he overhauled favourite Clan Des Obeaux who had worked hard to get to the lead. It’s tough to put numbers on those that prevailed in the finish given what happened to Starchitect, but the handicapper went with a 5lb increase for the winner, the only horse to go up in the weights, with Clan Des Obeaux left alone on 155. Everything came together for Guitar Pete on Saturday in that it was a relatively small field, the ground wasn’t too testing and Foxtail Hill ensured it was run at a good clip. Things won’t always go so smoothly for him, as they didn’t in the BetVictor, and a sound gallop looks essential to his cause. Given the right scenario I’m sure he can be competitive off 5lb higher, but I wouldn’t have thought any moderate gallops in deep midwinter ground would be his thing. Therefore, we might not see the best of him again until the spring, but if he sneaks into one of the better handicaps off a low weight he’d be a danger to all. As for Paul Nicholls’ Clan Des Obeaux, this was an excellent run off top weight and one that can propel him to better things. He gave 24lb to the winner for less than a three-length beating and was cajoled along half a mile from home before taking the lead just before the last. It's not the first time he’s shaped as though three miles would bring out the best in him and he lost nothing in defeat after not being able to go with the winner, giving him so much weight, after the last. This five-year-old is in the right hands to progress and while connections will probably adopt a patient approach with him over the next few months it would be no surprise to watch him develop into a 160+ horse before the season’s end. King’s Odyssey ran well in third but the ground needs to be even more testing for him to be at his absolute best. Dropped another pound, he’s well-handicapped and will have a good few options at this track in January when the ground is likely to be right up his street. Guitar Pete beats Clan Des Obeaux at Cheltenham Guitar Pete: Raised 5lb for beating Clan Des Obeaux Hike Of The Meeting Kilbricken Storm >>>> Up 10lb to 147 Perhaps a slightly surprising one here with Kilbricken Storm going up 10lb for his Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle win over Count Meribel. Only four runners turned up in this, which was disappointing in itself, and then the well-fancied Equus Secretus didn’t run up to form after running too free down to the start and during the race, while Global Stage didn’t seem to stay. Count Meribal ran well off the front end and looked set to win jumping the last, but that’s when Kilbricken Storm’s stamina kicked into overdrive and he stayed on strongly to win going away, despite hanging to his left up the hill. He got 3lb from a 138-rated rival on Saturday and beat him less than three lengths, but the handicapper was impressed and put him up 10lb to a new mark of 147. Generally 25/1 for the Albert Bartlett and even 33s in a place, those sort of odds are massive if you believe in his new rating. Indeed, only Death Duty was rated higher than that going into last year’s Albert Bartlett. However, on balance, I would be inclined to side with the bookies over the handicapper on this one. Down, down, down, down Knockgraffon >>>> Down 3lb to 141 Romain De Senam >>>> Down 2lb to 143 Movewiththetimes >>>> Down 1lb to 144 Three horses from the International Meeting that have been ever-so-slightly dropped by the assessor but could be worth keeping an eye on for various assignments later in the campaign… Down one at 141… Knockgraffon, who was outpaced over two miles on his stable debut for Olly Murphy. The trainer reported on Racing UK beforehand that he’d probably come on for the run despite having first time everything (tongue-tie, cheekpieces and a win op as well) and he certainly shaped like that, while a step up in trip could help too. He’ll be interesting over further off his new mark with that run under his belt. Down two at 143… Romain De Senam, the Caspian Caviar fifth and he ran okay in the race despite ground conditions going against him. He’s only 4lb higher than his last win now and he’ll be interesting in the spring when he encounters a better surface. I’ve no doubt he can resume his upward curve then. Down 1lb at 144… Movewiththetimes, who has shaped well in three novice chases now without winning. Saturday’s run behind Kalondra was probably his worst yet, but this was the softest ground he’s encountered over fences, too, and at least another pound was shaved off his rating. We’ve said it before but we’ll mention it again, the novice handicap at the Festival, now a 0-145, looks his bag.
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Post by dennisg on Dec 19, 2017 11:00:32 GMT
The Jockey Club has announced a £4.2 million increase in its prize money contribution in 2018. Total race values at the 15 tracks owned by the group are set to exceed £53 million, which is an increase of £8 million year-on-year, with the values including around £1.6 million on offer from the new industry appearance money scheme. The Jockey Club's tracks have 348 race days scheduled for 2018 with every fixture offering at least £40,000 in total race values and at least £65,000 on Sundays. Every fixture will include at least one race worth £10,000 or more, with all of the group's 'small courses' staging at least one fixture previously worth in the region of £55,000 boosted to £80,000 or more, meaning that each of these tracks will stage at least four fixtures worth £80,000 or more next year. Paul Fisher, chief executive of Jockey Club Racecourses, said: "This is the Jockey Club's largest ever commitment to horsemen and we really hope that will also translate into good news for racing fans alike. "I'm very proud of our people who have worked hard to achieve the commercial results we need to be able to offer this. Because we already put all of our money back into the sport, we can only increase our prize money contribution if we create the commercial returns to do so. "Some people might think that our prize money is all about the highest race classes or at one or two racecourses, but these figures demonstrate another step forward in our commitment to supporting British racing at all levels." Philip Freedman, chairman of the Horsemen's Group, which represents racehorse owners, trainers, stable staff, breeders and jockeys, added: "Horsemen are obviously delighted by the increase in the Jockey Club's prize money contribution for 2018. "Given the new media rights contracts are placing greater emphasis on field sizes the increases, particularly for grass roots racing, should ensure that these fixtures are attractive to horsemen. "The minimum guarantees at every fixture, and at enhanced levels on Sundays, should ensure that these fixtures are attractive not only to owners, but also to racegoers and the betting public, to the benefit of all those whose livelihoods depend on the health of the sport."
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Post by dennisg on Dec 19, 2017 11:05:29 GMT
Brian Ellison is optimistic Forest Bihan can show his true colours in the Grade Two 32Red Desert Orchid Chase at Kempton on December 27. The six-year-old has not been sighted since pulling up in last month's Haldon Gold Cup at Exeter having previously made a winning return to action at Kelso. Ellison said: "He came back all wrong after Exeter. His bloods were all wrong and he was beaten after the first two fences. "He travelled overnight for the first time and he didn't like that. A lot of horses can be like that as they like their home bed. "He runs next week in the Desert Orchid Chase and at the moment everything is fine and he is in good fettle. He will go down on the morning of the race this time. His blood is fine now. Hopefully it was just a one off and we are expecting a good run."
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Post by dennisg on Dec 19, 2017 11:07:03 GMT
The in-form Pearl Acclaim can strike again at Southwell on Tuesday, according to Keith Hamer - he has a selection for every race. Pearl Acclaim has the dash to defy a 6lb penalty and give sprint specialist David Griffiths another victory at Southwell. The Bawtry trainer has enjoyed a successful season in that division with the evergreen duo of Take Cover and Duke Of Firenze flying the flag. While Pearl Acclaim is not in the same class as his illustrious stablemates, he also is paying his way. Griffiths is probably still learning about Pearl Acclaim as he only acquired him out of David O'Meara's stable in the summer. The seven-year-old's triumph over the course and distance last week was his first for his new stable after he had knocked on the door several times. He won decisively by two and a half lengths from Archie Stevens and on that evidence should back it up in the Betway Sprint Handicap. Tricky Dicky can reverse recent form with Mujassam to land the Betway Handicap. Olly Williams' charge was collared 75 yards from the finish by that rival over this six furlongs earlier in the month after hitting the front just inside the final furlong. Tricky Dicky has a 3lb pull for being beaten one length and it ought to be enough to see him turn the tables and see off the rest of the opposition. Ladies First looks ready to open her account in the Betway Median Auction Maiden Stakes following placed efforts on her first two starts. The three-year-old, trained by Mick Easterby, is a full sister to Group-race winner Ladies Are Forever and has already shown enough promise to suggest she can boost her value by becoming a winner. Tomngerry can make a winning debut over fences in the Come Racing On New Year's Day Beginners' Chase at Catterick after making an encouraging return from a 19-month absence when runner-up over hurdles behind Desert Cry at Carlisle six weeks ago. Brian Ellison's seven-year-old had shown plenty of ability as a novice hurdler two seasons ago and was thought good enough to run in the Grade One Sefton Novices' Hurdle at Aintree. Espoir De Teillee, trained by Neil Mulholland, made a flying start to his jumps career when scoring over this course and distance last month and can repeat the trick in the Go Racing In Yorkshire Winter Festival Novices' Hurdle. Mortens Leam shaped well on his fencing bow when narrowly held by Ami Desbois at Wetherby. Trainer Pam Sly looks to have a suitable opportunity for him to go one better in the Fakenham 2018 Annual Membership Novices' Handicap Chase at Fakenham. Sporting Life selections CATTERICK: 12.20 Irish Hawke, 12.50 Beach Break, 1.20 Tomngerry, 1.50 West Of The Edge, 2.20 Espoir De Teillee, 2.50 Casual Cavalier, 3.20 Return Ticket. FAKENHAM: 12.40 Dory, 1.10 Mamoo, 1.40 Creep Desbois, 2.10 Cubswin, 2.40 Mortens Leam, 3.10 No Hiding Place. SOUTHWELL: 12.30 Lady Lintera, 1.00 Mama Africa, 1.30 Ladies First, 2.00 Tricky Dicky, 2.30 Tatting, 3.00 Queens Royale, 3.30 PEARL ACCLAIM (NAP). DOUBLE: Pearl Acclaim and Ladies First.
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 19, 2017 11:16:08 GMT
Fakenham card gets the green light .
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 19, 2017 17:52:29 GMT
Catterick Bridge, 19 Dec 17 Race 1 - 12:20pm THE racinguk.com AMATEUR RIDERS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) RUSSIAN ROYALE was withdrawn at the start having been kicked by another runner.
The winner, OSKAR DENARIUS (IRE), appeared to show an improvement in form, compared with its previous run at Southwell on 16 July 2017 where the gelding was pulled up. Jennifer Mason’s representative explained that the gelding had benefited from a 156-day break and from racing prominently on this occasion.
The Veterinary Officer reported that PERTUIS (IRE), unplaced, finished lame right hind.
Trainer Joanne Foster was fined £80 as the record of vaccinations on the passport of ARMOROUS had been altered.
Race 5 - 2:20pm THE GO RACING IN YORKSHIRE WINTER FESTIVAL NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Having reviewed recordings of the false start, the Starters were satisfied that no riders should be reported for contravening the starting procedures.
Race 6 - 2:50pm THE BUY YOUR 2018 ANNUAL BADGE TODAY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for PADDLING (FR) to wear a hood in the parade ring which was removed before going to the start.
Following the race; Harry Skelton reported that THISONETIME (IRE), which was pulled up, did not jump fluently. Henry Brooke reported that PADDLING (FR), placed third, was never travelling.
Race 7 - 3:20pm THE RACING AGAIN 28th DECEMBER INTERMEDIATE OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 6) Permission was given for SIMPLI MANI to wear eyeshields in the parade ring which were removed before going to the start, and for FAIR OAKS to wear a hood in the parade ring which was removed before going to the start.
RETURN TICKET (IRE) ran freely to post, but having been checked by the Veterinary Surgeon at the start the gelding was deemed fit to race.
Sam Coltherd reported that FAIR OAKS, unplaced, ducked sharply left at the start, giving away many lengths. View Stewards report Southwell, 19 Dec 17 Fixture Note After Race 3: Permission was given for all runners to go straight to post in an attempt to catch up on the 30 minute delay from Race 3. Race 1 - 12:30pm THE 32Red CASINO NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for LADY LINTERA (IRE) to go early to post.
Approximately 1½ furlongs out, TEA RATTLE, unplaced, ducked quickly right away from the whip causing ELIXSOFT (IRE), unplaced, to be briefly checked, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
An enquiry was held to consider interference just inside the final furlong involving TEA RATTLE, unplaced, ridden by Kieran O’Neill, and KYLIE STYLE, unplaced, ridden by Patrick Vaughan. O’Neill was cautioned for careless riding as he allowed his mount to drift left when insufficiently clear, causing KYLIE STYLE to be checked.
Following the race, Hollie Doyle reported that PAS DE BLANC, unplaced, stopped quickly and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the filly revealed it had bled from the nose.
Race 2 - 1:00pm THE sunbets.co.uk DOWNLOAD THE APP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Edward Greatrex, the rider of MACH ONE, was slow to remove the blindfold resulting in his horse being slow to start. After being interviewed and shown recordings of the incident, Greatrex’s explanation was accepted in that MACH ONE ducked as the start was effected and he was unable to reach the blindfold on the first attempt.
Following the race, Alistair Rawlinson reported that RED TOUCH (USA), unplaced, hung badly left throughout.
Race 3 - 1:30pm THE BETWAY MEDIAN AUCTION MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 6) The Starter reported that KHALEEFA BAY, trained by Martin Smith, was unruly and broke out of the stalls and was withdrawn at 13:32pm. The trainer was informed that the filly could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Race 4 - 2:00pm THE BETWAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for CAPTAIN LARS (SAF) to go early to post.
Race 6 - 3:00pm THE sunbets.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Joe Doyle, who was declared to ride FORTINBRASS (IRE) failed to arrive. As no explanation had been received from the rider, he was fined £140 and Shane Gray was substituted.
Race 7 - 3:30pm THE BETWAY SPRINT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for KODY RIDGE (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, Jamie Gormley reported that ROARING RORY, unplaced, was never travelling. View Stewards report Fakenham, 19 Dec 17 Fixture Note Race 3 - Following concerns raised by the riders at the start regarding the low sun obscuring their vision of the two fences 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 - 12:40pm THE THOROUGHBRED BREEDERS' ASSOCIATION MARES' NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (NHMOPS Bonus Race) Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that ROSA DAMASCENA (FR), unplaced, bled from the nose.
Race 2 - 1:10pm THE NATIONAL HERITAGE CENTRE FOR HORSERACING & SPORTING ART HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that SHINOOKI (IRE), unplaced, bled from the nose.
Race 3 - 1:40pm THE AT THE RACES HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier for The Challenger Middle Distance Chase Series Final) PRINCETON ROYALE (IRE), trained by Neil King ran with the wrong number cloth. After interviewing the trainer, the rider, the Clerk of the Scales and the racecourse representative who distributes the number cloths, King was fined £140.
Race 6 - 3:10pm THE INDEPENDENT RACECOURSES LTD MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race Thomas Garner reported that CAPTAIN PEACOCK, unplaced, stopped quickly. CAPTAIN PEACOCK was routine tested. Olly Murphy reported that NO ALARM (IRE), unplaced, had a breathing problem. The representative of Nicky Henderson reported that NO HIDING PLACE (IRE), placed fourth, was unsuited the Soft going on this occasion, which in his opinion was tacky.
The performance of WILLIAM HUNTER which finished unplaced, was considered. The explanation given by the representative of Alan King that the gelding was unsuited by the Soft going on this occasion, which in his opinion was tacky was noted.
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Post by Kimmy on Dec 19, 2017 18:08:54 GMT
Wednesday: going, weather & non-runners Kempton (AW) GOING: POLYTRACK: STANDARD WEATHER: Cloudy STALLS: Inside Lingfield (AW) GOING: POLYTRACK: STANDARD WEATHER: Cloudy STALLS: 1m - Outside; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 12:40 Completely (2) 1:45 Zalshah (2)Central City (3) 2:20 Spin Top (1) Ludlow GOING: Hurdle course - SOFT (Good to soft in places); Chase course - GOOD TO SOFT (Good in places) (GoingStick 6.5) WEATHER: Cloudy Newbury GOING: SOFT (GoingStick: Hdl 4.8, Chs 5.1) (Rail movements: R1 & 2 +94y, R3 & 4 +79y, R5 +45y, R6 +67y, R7 +30y) WEATHER: Cloudy
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