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Post by Kimmy on Apr 23, 2018 18:08:53 GMT
Hexham, 23 Apr 18 Race 1 - 1:50pm THE totesport.com HOME OF THE PLACEPOT 'NATIONAL HUNT' NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for WHOSHOTWHO (IRE) to be mounted in the chute.
It was noted that at the final hurdle, the winner CRIXUS’S ESCAPE (IRE), jumped right and interfered slightly with INDIAN HARBOUR, placed third. However, after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that it did not involve a riding offence that it had not improved the placing of CRIXUS’S ESCAPE (IRE).
It was noted that on the run to the line, the winner CRIXUS’S ESCAPE (IRE), hung left giving a small nudge to WHOSHOTWHO (IRE). However, after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that it did not involve a riding offence that it had not improved the placing of CRIXUS’S ESCAPE (IRE).
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that INDIAN HARBOUR, placed third, had lost its left front shoe
Race 2 - 2:20pm THE totesport.com HIT THE JACKPOT HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Mr Kane Yeoman, the rider of NOTONEBUTTWO (IRE), was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level from the final fence. Yeoman was accompanied in the enquiry by a senior rider.
Race 3 - 2:50pm THE totesport.com HOME OF THE QUADPOT MARES' NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (NHMOPS Bonus Race) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that the winner PINEAPPLE RUSH, had spread its right hind shoe, ARDEAN LASS (IRE), placed third, had lost its right fore shoe, and that TROOBLUE, placed fourth, had an overreach left fore.
Race 4 - 3:20pm THE totesport.com FOR EXACTA BETS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Following the race, Aidan Coleman reported that DON LAMI (FR), unplaced, was never travelling.
Race 5 - 3:50pm THE totesport.com TRY A TRIFECTA HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Permission was given for BEAU SANCY (FR) to go to post early. MCGINTY'S DREAM (IRE) wore earplugs.
Following the race, Alison Clark reported that BEAU SANCY (FR), unplaced, was never travelling and had a breathing problem. Thomas Willmott reported that KALASTAR (IRE), placed fifth, was hampered by the faller at fence 7. Jane Walton reported that THEDFACTOR (IRE), which was pulled up, had bled from the nose. The Veterinary Officer reported that HERITAGE WAY, placed seventh, lost its right front shoe. View Stewards report Newton Abbot, 23 Apr 18 Race 1 - 1:30pm THE £20 FREE BETS AT totesport.com NOVICES' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Following the race Alan Johns reported that MATTS LEGACY (IRE), unplaced, hung left-handed throughout. The Veterinary Officer reported that FLIGHTY FILIA (IRE), which was pulled up, had been struck into right hind and SCORPION STAR (IRE), which was pulled up, was lame left hind.
Race 4 - 3:00pm THE DOUBLE DELIGHT HAT-TRICK HEAVEN AT totesport.com NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for POET'S CHARM (IRE) to go early to post.
Race 5 - 3:30pm THE BET IN-PLAY AT totesport.com HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that SPARKY'S SPIRIT (IRE), placed fourth, was lame behind.
Race 6 - 4:00pm THE IRISH LOTTO AT totesport.com HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Harry Cobden, the rider of QUIZ MASTER (IRE), placed second, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip, without giving his horse time to respond, on the run to the line.
Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that BEAU PHIL (FR), which was pulled up, lost its left fore shoe.
Race 7 - 4:30pm THE totesport.com OPEN HUNTERS' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 6) Following the race Mr Lorcan Williams reported that VIRAK (FR), placed third, was never travelling and hung right-handed throughout. View Stewards report Pontefract, 23 Apr 18 Race 1 - 2:10pm THE BELINDA CARLISLE AT 80S NIGHT ON 25TH MAY EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Paul Hanagan reported that BENGALI SPIRIT (IRE), placed second, hung right from 2 furlongs out and the Veterinary Officer subsequently reported that the colt had lost its right fore shoe; Nathan Evans reported that GANTON EAGLE, unplaced, ran green.
Race 2 - 2:40pm THE NAPOLEONS CASINO BRADFORD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for BROTHER MCGONAGALL to be mounted in the chute.
Following the race, Paul Mulrennan reported that LOMU (IRE), unplaced, ran too freely. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 3 - 3:10pm THE RIU HOTELS AND RESORTS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for BOUNDSY (IRE) and RASHEEQ (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, David Allan reported that ORION’S BOW, placed third, was denied a clear run and Joe Fanning reported that SHOW PALACE, unplaced, ran too free. The representative of Roger Varian reported that ATLETICO (IRE), which started favourite and finished unplaced, was unsuited by the Good to Soft, Soft in Places going which he considered to be tacky and holding.
Race 4 - 3:40pm THE PONTEFRACT MARATHON HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Round 2 of the Pontefract Stayers Championship 2018) Permission was given for MADAME LILIBET (IRE) to be mounted in the chute.
MADAM LILIBET (IRE), had initially been very reluctant to leave the parade ring, before planting approximately 3 furlongs out making the start of the race late off. During the race, the mare pulled herself up to a stand-still passing the parade ring entrance. Sharon Watt was interviewed. Taking into account that MADAM LILIBET (IRE) has a history of unruly behaviour, Watt was informed that any future similar behaviour from the mare may result in the horse being reported to the Head Office of the British Horseracing Authority
Race 5 - 4:10pm THE MARK HACKETT MEMORIAL NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Permission was given for OUR OYSTERCATCHER to go early to post.
Following the race, Tom Eaves reported that OUR OYSTERCATCHER, placed third, hung left; Dane O’Neill reported that SHATHARAAT (IRE), unplaced, lost its action. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the colt failed to reveal any abnormalities; Andrew Mullen reported that SUPER D J (IRE), placed fourth, ran green.
The Veterinary Officer subsequently reported that on return to the stable yard, SHATHARAAT (IRE) was lame on its left fore.
Race 7 - 5:15pm THE BOOTLEG BEATLES ON 20TH JULY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for DRAGSTONE ROCK (IRE) to be mounted on the course and go early to post.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that SILVANUS (IRE), unplaced, was lame on its left hind and Nathan Evans reported that BOP IT, placed fifth, ran too freely.
Race 8 - 5:45pm THE RUGBY LEAGUE EVENING ON MONDAY 11TH JUNE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for THE KNOT IS TIED (IRE) to go early to post.
Coming out of the final bend, HILBOROUGH, unplaced, lugged left causing the rider of STARBOY (IRE), unplaced, to switch but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, the representative of George Scott reported that STARBOY (IRE) was unable to get into the race due to a wide draw and Andrew Mullen reported that DALAWYNA (FR), placed second, hung right. View Stewards report Windsor, 23 Apr 18 Race 1 - 4:50pm THE ROYAL WINDSOR HORSE SHOW HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Matthew Salaman had obtained prior permission from the BHA to run MAJOR ASSAULT partially shod
Following the race, Robert Winston reported that LANGLEY VALE, unplaced, stopped quickly, and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities. The Veterinary Officer further reported that RUN WITH PRIDE (IRE), unplaced, had lost its left-fore shoe. The representative of Ivan Furtado reported that a post-race endoscopic examination of MERDON CASTLE (IRE), unplaced, found it to have bled.
Race 2 - 5:20pm THE KENNET VALLEY THOROUGHBREDS 30TH ANNIVERSARY FILLIES' NOVICE AUCTION STAKES (CLASS 5) (PLUS 10 RACE) Following the race, George Downing reported that ARISHKA (IRE), unplaced, reared as the stalls opened.
Race 3 - 5:50pm THE HORSE GUARDS GIN CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, Oisin Murphy reported that LEO MINOR (USA), placed third, was denied a clear run, and Fran Berry reported that ACCLAIM THE NATION (IRE), placed fourth, hung left-handed throughout.
Race 4 - 6:20pm THE REGUS FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for FABULOUS RED and STAR OF VENDOME (FR) to go early and be led to post.
Race 5 - 6:50pm THE BMI THE PRINCESS MARGARET HOSPITAL NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Tom Clover was fined £140 as the record of vaccinations in the passport of LE MAHARAJAH (FR) did not comply with the Rules of Racing. View Stewards report Sedgefield, 23 Apr 18 Race 1 - 5:10pm THE PHOENIX SECURITY HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) ALFIBOY, placed seventh, jumped left at the first hurdle hampering BUDARRI, placed fourth and DERRYNANE (IRE), 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 ALFIBOY.
Harry Skelton, the rider of FORT JEFFERSON, placed second, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip without giving his mount time to respond after the second last hurdle.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that WITNESS TIME (IRE), unplaced, finished lame on its right fore.
Race 2 - 5:40pm THE MILES FOR MEN HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier for the Northern Lights Middle Distance Chase Series) After the last fence REAR ADMIRAL (IRE), placed third, bumped JUST MINDED (IRE), placed second, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Race 3 - 6:10pm THE SEA MERCHANT FISH SHOP OPEN TODAY MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Following the race, Noel C. Kelly reported that EVERY CHANCE (IRE), unplaced, had a breathing problem and Mr N. McParlan reported that the gelding hung right on the bends.
Race 4 - 6:40pm THE HAPPY 30TH BIRTHDAY SHAUN HINSON HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) MIDNIGHT WALK (IRE) wore earplugs.
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Post by dennisg on Apr 24, 2018 6:13:17 GMT
in today's sporting life................. Willie Mullins and Gordon Elliott have vowed to go all out at this week's Punchestown Festival as the battle to be crowned champion trainer reaches its conclusion. Elliott led perennial champion Mullins by a shade over 400,000 euro heading into last year's Festival, but gradually reduced the deficit and after five winners across the final two days, ended up retaining his crown with almost 200,000 euro in hand. Mullins, who is to win the title again, has an even bigger deficit to overcome this year, trailing by over 521,000 euro, and Elliott is to take the crown for the first time. However, with the likes of Douvan, Penhill, Laurina and Footpad all set to be part of a formidable squad, it would be a brave man who bets against the County Carlow maestro producing another stunning comeback in County Kildare. Mullins said: "Usually we have a very big team and hopefully this year won't be any worse. "There's a lot of racing and there's a lot of prize-money. The championship is all to play for, I think. "My good ones have to go in, Gordon's good ones have to go in. It's going to be an exciting week. "Everything that can raise a gallop will be there. If we had a race for the stable cat I'm sure that would be up there, too!" Mullins is usually keen to split his aces, but admits some of his big guns will have to lock horns over the next five days, with even place prize-money likely to be crucial in deciding whether the title ends up in Closutton or Cullentra. He added: "We're lucky enough that we have horses to run in those big races and they will have to run against each other. There isn't anywhere to hide. This is it." Mullins has been forced to play second fiddle to Elliott for much of the season and in the last three weeks alone has seen runners beaten a head by Elliott inmates in the Irish Grand National at Fairyhouse and the Grand National at Aintree. He said: "After being beaten in two photo-finishes to two Nationals, maybe Lady Luck owes me a bit back!" Whatever the outcome this week, the current campaign has been nothing short of staggering for Elliott. As well as winning the Irish National for the first time with General Principle and claiming the world's most famous steeplechase for a second time with Tiger Roll, he has broken records by saddling over 200 winners in Ireland this term and claimed the top trainer award at the Cheltenham Festival for the second year in succession. However, following what he admitted was a "heartbreaking" defeat in last year's title race, he insists to come out on top this season would be his biggest achievement to date. Elliott said: "We've had an unbelievable season and to train 200 winners was fantastic and to win both Grand Nationals was incredible, but if I could swap every single one of those to be champion trainer I would. "Anything that can breathe will be there this week! All joking aside, we'll do our best and try and bring as many as we can. "I'm happier being in front than behind. If I was behind I'd have no chance. I have a small chance being in front. "It'll be a great week, I'm looking forward to it. "It'll be a long, nervous week. I know the ammunition Willie has and he's going to be chasing me hard. Seconds, thirds, fourths and fifths will all count. "It's good for the public and I'm sure if I win it Willie will be able to shake my hand and if he wins it I'll be the first one to shake his."
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Post by dennisg on Apr 24, 2018 6:28:39 GMT
John Gosden is cool on the idea of running Roaring Lion in the Qipco 2000 Guineas at Newmarket on Saturday week. The Qatar Racing-owned colt failed to strengthen his Guineas claims after he could only finish third in the Craven Stakes, in which he was sent off the 8/13 favourite, at Newmarket last Thursday. Gosden feels Roaring Lion will be seen in a better light when stepped up in distance, and could swerve the Guineas in preference towards running in the Dante Stakes at York on May 17 - and then the French Derby at Chantilly on June 3. The Clarehaven handler told At The Races: "The way he trains, it looks like the Dante-Prix du Jockey Club (French Derby) will be a smart move for him."
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Post by dennisg on Apr 24, 2018 6:31:28 GMT
Connections of Finian's Oscar are confident he will have no problem getting the trip in the Growise Champion Novice Chase at Punchestown on Tuesday. The Colin Tizzard-trained six-year-old will race over an extended three miles for the first time over fences as he bids to back up his top-level success at Aintree a fortnight ago. Joe Tizzard, the Dorset handler's son and assistant, said: "His jumping got caught out racing down the back at Aintree but he got there in the end. "Good ground will help him and three miles looks right up his street as well. "We are expecting a big run from him. He is a horse that has still got a lot to more to come." Henry de Bromhead hopes Monalee can go one better back on home soil, having found only Presenting Percy too strong at the Cheltenham Festival. He said: "He seems really well and hopefully he will give another good account of himself. "He has won over this sort of trip a couple of times and it looked to me like he stayed it in the RSA." Monalee: Exciting novice chaser Monalee will be fancied to resume winning ways at Punchestown Willie Mullins will be triple-handed with Al Boum Photo, Invitation Only and Rathvinden in his attempt to win the race for a fourth time. Patrick Mullins, the trainer's son and assistant, said: "Al Boum Photo was very tough in Fairyhouse and I don't see the step up to three miles being a problem for him. "We don't know how Invitation Only would have done at Cheltenham as his race was ended at the fourth-last. He finished behind Al Boum Photo at Fairyhouse but over a different trip so that might see him in a better light. "Rathvinden was very tough at Cheltenham. He gave his all but he's recovered well since and his rating gives him a good chance of being in the first three." Mullins jnr expects Getabird, one of four runners for the Closutton handler in the Herald Champion Novices' Hurdle alongside Sharjah, Draconien and Whiskey Sour, to be hard to beat in the Grade One event. He said: "I think at Cheltenham the atmosphere just got to Getabird. He did appear to jump a little to his right but he is very good right-handed. "When I rode him before Cheltenham he beat Mengli Khan and I'd expect him to do so again. "I think we can draw a line through Cheltenham. He's won at Fairyhouse since so he's put that behind him and he's won at Punchestown before. "Draconien ran very well behind Getabird at Fairyhouse. I won on him before Christmas on very heavy ground and he felt to me like he'd be better when he got good ground. "Whiskey Sour is a Grade One winner already and he ran a fantastic race in the County Hurdle. You can imagine he'd be involved at the very end again as he's won at the Galway Festival, so good ground isn't going to bother him. "Sharjah, who I ride, runs in a first-time tongue-strap. He was running very well at Christmas on decent ground before he fell but he hasn't run on that ground since so I think a combination of that and a tongue-tie should help him show his best form." Vision Des Flos appeared to appreciate the drop back to two miles at Aintree and another big run is expected from the Tizzard-trained five-year-old. Tizzard jnr said: "He came back from Aintree in really good form and was jumping out of his skin so we decided to have another go. "It might have taken its toll at Aintree but we won't know until we get there. "He run very well at Cheltenham but he didn't quite get home. He travelled really well and the drop back to two miles helped him finish second at Aintree. He is a fair horse." A return to a quick surface is expected to suit Supreme fourth Paloma Blue, according to De Bromhead. He said: "He was good the last day at Cheltenham. He is in good form and hopefully he will improve for the better ground. It didn't surprise me at all how he ran at Cheltenham."
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Post by dennisg on Apr 24, 2018 6:33:28 GMT
Willie Mullins supplies four of the 13 runners in Wednesday's Coral Punchestown Gold Cup on day two of the Festival meeting. Mullins pitches Killultagh Vic, Bellshill, Djakadam and Total Recall, who ran in the Grand National last week, into battle while his trainer's title rival Gordon Elliott relies on Outlander. Edwulf takes his chance for Joseph O'Brien, Noel Meade runs Road To Respect, while Henry de Bromhead's Sub Liuetenant and Colin Tizzard's Sizing Granite also line up. Tizzard's Kilbricken Storm will aim to follow up his Albert Bartlett win at Cheltenham in the three-mile Irish Daily Mirror Novice Hurdle. Mullins takes him on with Next Destination, Ballyward and Brahma Bull while Elliott runs Blow By Blow, Delta Work and Lackaneen Leader among 11 runners. The Racing Post Champion Bumper is also dominated by Mullins with the champion trainer saddling four of the 10 contenders. Blackbow, Carefully Selected, Tornado Flyer and Cheltenham winner Relegate give him a strong hand, but Elliott runs Felix Desjy, Getaway John and Rapid Escape. Tom Lacey sends over Dorking Boy.
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 24, 2018 7:10:03 GMT
LUDLOW ROBIN GOODFELLOW 2.00 Gumball 2.35 Poker School 3.05 According To Harry (nb) 3.35 Souriyan 4.05 Schnabel 4.40 Mr Mercurial 5.15 Rhythm Is A Dancer GIMCRACK 2.00 Veiled Secret 2.35 Little Jon 3.05 Vivaccio 3.35 Call To Order 4.05 Schnabel 4.40 Mr Mercurial 5.15 Imperial Aura BRIGHTON ROBIN GOODFELLOW 4.15 Whitecrest 4.50 Al Manhalah 5.25 Sayesse 5.55 Joyful Dream 6.30 Eltezam 7.05 Rocksette 7.40 Pour La Victoire GIMCRACK 4.15 Baltic Prince 4.50 Hard Taskmaster 5.25 Madrinho 5.55 Limerick Lord 6.30 Stormingin 7.05 Sharp Operator 7.40 Barrsbrook EXETER ROBIN GOODFELLOW 1.40 Admiral Blake 2.15 Point N Shoot 2.45 L’Auberge Du Bois 3.15 Golden Sunrise 3.50 Jepeck 4.25 Moontripper (nap) 5.00 Kootenay River 5.35 Master Baker GIMCRACK 1.40 Gonnabegood 2.15 Tara Well 2.45 R Bren 3.15 Golden Sunrise 3.50 Leith Hill Lad 4.25 Gustav 5.00 Kootenay River 5.35 Master Baker HUNTINGDON ROBIN GOODFELLOW 4.35 Eskendash 5.10 Jet Set 5.45 Darebin 6.20 Lough Salt 6.55 Pembroke House 7.30 Silent Man 8.00 Dream Baie GIMCRACK 4.35 Eskendash 5.10 Oscar Star 5.45 Darebin 6.20 Lough Salt 6.55 Ratify 7.30 Mondo Cane 8.00 Character Onesie YARMOUTH ROBIN GOODFELLOW 1.50 Luchador 2.25 Tawheed 2.55 Without Parole 3.25 Banksy’s Art 4.00 M ordin 4.30 Oud Metha Bridge 5.05 Kalagia 5.40 Hurricane Alert GIMCRACK 1.50 Luchador 2.25 A l Reef 2.55 Without Parole (nb) 3.25 A tticus Boy 4.00 Mordin 4.30 Cryptonite 5.05 Global Excel (nap) 5.40 Ask The Guru
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 24, 2018 7:10:25 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 24, 2018 7:15:09 GMT
Tuesday: going, weather & non-runners Brighton GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (GoingStick 8.4) (Watered) WEATHER: Mostly cloudy STALLS: 5f - Centre; 1m 2f - Outside; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 5:55 Yogiyogiyogi (2) Exeter GOING: SOFT (Good to soft in places) (GoingStick: Chs 6.8, Hdl 6.6) (Rail movements: Races 1, 2 & 4 +35yds, Races 3 & 7 +20yds, Races 5, 6 & 8 -60yds) WEATHER: Showers Huntingdon GOING: GOOD (Good to soft in places) (GoingStick: Hdl 6.9, Chs 6.8) (Rail movements: Races 1 & 7 +10yds, Races 2 & 4 +12yds, Race 3 +25yds, Race 5 +26yds and Race 6 +40yds) WEATHER: Showers NON RUNNERS: 5:45 Hargam (5) Ludlow GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places) (GoingStick 7.8) (Rail movements: Races 1 & 7 +30yds, Race 2 +50yds, Races 3 & 6 +70yds and Race 4 & 5 +47yds) WEATHER: Showers Punchestown GOING: YIELDING WEATHER: Showers Yarmouth GOING: GOOD TO FIRM (Good in places) (GoingStick 8.1) WEATHER: Showers STALLS: Straight course - Centre; Remainder - Inside
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 24, 2018 7:15:39 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Corrosive (2.25 Yarmouth, nap)
Fancied to defy a 7lb penalty after some smart work on the Al Bahathri of late and should enjoy the likely fast ground. The son of Uncle Mo should improve for the step up to a mile from 7f.
Others to follow Yarmouth 1.50 Carrie's Vision, 2.55 Without Parole, 3.25 Baasha, 4.00 Mordin, 4.30 Oud Metha Bridge, 5.05 Indian Warrior. Brighton 4.15 Ocean Temptress, 4.50 Hard Taskmaster, 5.55 Limerick Lord, 6.30 Derek Duval, 7.05 Brave Tart, 7.40 Mansfield.
Lambourn: James Burn
Becca Campbell (6.30 Brighton, nap)
Five-year-old thrives over course and distance and remains capable from a mark of 70. Bold bid expected.
Others to follow Brighton 4.50 Dark Panther, 5.25 Sayesse. Huntingdon 5.10 Oscar Star, 5.45 Its A Sting, 8.00 Bay Fortuna. Ludlow 3.35 Lord Topper, 4.05 Third Estate. Yarmouth 1.50 Luchador, 4.00 Giveaway Glance.
West Country: Andrew King
Max Forte (3.35 Ludlow, nap)
The ground has come right for him and he can make his presence felt in a race that should be run to suit.
Others to follow Exeter 1.40 Admiral Blake, 2.15 Point N Shoot, 2.45 L'Auberge Du Bois, 3.15 Dancing Shadow, 3.50 Jepeck, 5.00 Hot Ryan, 5.35 Herbert Park. Ludlow 2.00 Gumball, 2.35 Ut Majeur Aulmes, 3.05 According To Harry, 4.05 Pyrios, 4.40 Monsieur Gibraltar, 5.15 Rhythm Is A Dancer.
North: Colin Russell
Finisher (3.25 Yarmouth, nap)
Shaped well when runner-up at Chelmsford on his handicap debut and, with the Kevin Ryan team in such good form at present, he is fancied to go one better.
Others to follow Brighton 4.50 Al Manhalah. Huntingdon 6.20 Lough Salt, 8.00 Character Onesie. Ludlow 2.00 Zalvados, 4.05 Lincoln County. Yarmouth 3.25 Finisher, 5.05 Kalagia, 5.40 Mighty Zip.
Racing Post Ratings: Steve Mason
Admiral Blake (1.40 Exeter, nap)
Back to form since fitted with a tongue-strap, this veteran course winner had the race at his mercy when falling last time but looks weighted to gain compensation.
Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Eskendash (4.35 Huntingdon)
Finished strongly when runner-up over course and distance a month ago and would not be winning out of turn.
Longshot: Ed Quigley
The Storyteller (6.40 Punchestown)
Disappointed at Fairyhouse last time out, but that run probably came too soon after Cheltenham. Has shaped as though 3m will suit and can't be ruled out.
Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Malinas Jack (7.15 Punchestown)
Placed on his two starts in Britain before joining Henry de Bromhead, the son of Malinas makes plenty of appeal on the basis of the form shown on his second start when runner-up at Cheltenham in January. The winner Acey Milan scored again before finishing a close-up fourth in the Champion Bumper at Cheltenham last month.
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 24, 2018 7:16:13 GMT
James Doyle has a good record at Yarmouth and goes there for six rides, the pick being Mordin (4.00). Simon Crisford’s gelding has lots of potential and after two wins on the all-weather can continue his progress on the turf.
Paul Cole has an impressive 35 per cent strike-rate with his runners at Brighton and sends Arctic Sea (6.30) to the East Sussex venue. This Oasis Dream colt will enjoy the ground and Raul da Silva makes the trip from Yarmouth for one ride.
This is a prime time of the year for trainer Nicky Martin, who has a 33 per cent strike-rate with her runners two weeks either side of today’s date for the past five seasons. She has one runner today, According To Harry in the 3.05 at Ludlow, who is a course and distance winner.
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 24, 2018 7:16:40 GMT
11/4 Pour La Victoire 7:40 Brighton Real favourite with Brighton regulars, who has dropped to a most attractive turf mark for the start of the season.
A mile might not be his best trip, but he stays it well and simply ought to have too much class for his rivals in what looks a weak race.
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 24, 2018 17:53:43 GMT
Border Breaker 6.55 Huntingdon
9/2 Border Breaker 6:55 Huntingdon Sam England sends three runners to Huntingdon this evening – two are stable debutants and the other (Magic Of Milan) is moving into handicaps. Probably the most obviously interesting of the three is Border Breaker, who arrives from the Simon Waugh yard. The nine-year-old struggled in his time with Waugh, but was rated in the mid-high 120s in his time with David Pipe.
Now rated just 107 and under conditions that ought to suit, as well as having Callum Bewley on board who has ridden him before, it will be interesting to see how the market treats Border Breaker.
England's other runner, incidentally, is Derryfadda in the 7.30. He returns 901 days after his latest run for Richard Ford, but he was improving back then.
Cubswin 8.00 Huntingdon
9/4 Cubswin 8:00 Huntingdon Allowed to run off the same mark as when short-headed at Cheltenham last week, Cubswin looks to have obvious claims in the last race on the day. Her run last week was against other four-year-olds under Richard Johnson. Tonight she gets a weight-for-age allowance of 5lb, which is welcome but it's dubious to what extent it's needed, and Bryony Frost's 3lb claim (see above).
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 24, 2018 17:54:56 GMT
The BHA described the deaths of three horses at Monday's meeting at Hexham as "exceptionally rare" on Tuesday and said there were no initial indications they were linked.
Skywards Reward, trained by Micky Hammond, Flemerina, from the Sue Smith stable, and the Victor Thompson-trained Nelly La Rue all suffered fatally injuries. Flemerina was the only one to fall as the other pair broke down on the flat. Later races were delayed as a result.
The BHA, which investigates all racecourse equine fatalities, said it was saddened by the deaths.
David Sykes, the regulator's director of equine health and welfare, said: "This was an exceptionally rare occurrence and overall Hexham’s recent safety record has been good, operating well below the national average fatality rate.
"We'll look at the circumstances that caused these injuries – as we always do when there is a fatality. However, the initial indications suggest there is no one factor that links these unfortunate accidents."
Broadening the theme, he added: "As the sport’s independent regulator, the BHA works constantly to minimise the risks as much as possible through a combination of regulation, research and education.
"This has meant the sport is getting safer all the time and the fatality-rate in British racing has reduced by one-third in the last 20 years, to below 0.4 per cent of runners in jump racing.
"There is a level of risk involved in any activity in which horses take part, and that level of risk can never be eradicated entirely.
"However, the sport’s track record shows the welfare of its participants is the number one priority and we do all we can to reduce that level of risk as much as we can."
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 24, 2018 17:56:00 GMT
Police are appealing for information after a 22-year-old Bristol man suffered a fractured cheekbone following an unprovoked attack at the Cheltenham Festival last month.
The racegoer had to undergo surgery following the attack on Gold Cup Friday, March 16, when he was on his phone in the open area of the Best Mate enclosure at Prestbury Park.
"He was approached by an unknown man and punched in the face," said a Gloucestershire police spokeswoman.
"The incident happened at approximately 5.15pm and the victim suffered a fractured cheekbone which required surgery.
"At the time of the incident the victim was wearing a distinctive light pink suit and was in a crowded area. Police have exhausted all other lines of inquiry and are now appealing for the public's help to identify the offender.
"The suspect is believed to be around 35 to 40 years old, with short dark hair and of a medium build. Police are asking for anyone who witnessed this assault to call police on 101 quoting incident 459 of 16 March."
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 24, 2018 17:56:41 GMT
Members of East Lothian Council approved new governance proposals on Tuesday that could secure the future of the racecourse after months of disagreement and uncertainty.
A full meeting of the council agreed proposals for the establishment of a new Minute of Agreement between ELC and the Lothian Racing Syndicate and to seek an appropriate long-term working model for the track.
As a result a new joint working group, comprising representatives of ELC, the LRS and racecourse staff, will be formed to determine the most appropriate long-term model, which it is hoped would be acceptable to the BHA.
Musselburgh lost its licence to race this month after the BHA rejected the council's plans to run the track it owns through an associated committee made up of four councillors and two racing experts.
Recent developments appear to signal a more harmonious relationship between the rowing groups that could enable the course to stage its next schedule fixture on May 3.
'A clear commitment'
Cllr Fiona O’Donnell, chair of the Musselburgh Racecourse Associate Committee, said: "In recent weeks representatives from East Lothian Council have held a number of meetings with members of the LRS and also with representatives from the British Horseracing Authority [BHA] that have been very constructive.
"All parties have demonstrated a clear commitment to securing the best long-term future for the racecourse, which will draw upon the considerable experience already available from both organisations and individuals in East Lothian.
"I firmly believe the proposals agreed today, including the establishment of a new joint working group, fairly reflect the views and aspirations of all actively involved in the continued success of Musselburgh racecourse and, in turn, will be recognised by the BHA as fulfilling the conditions for renewal of the racing licence.
"I would like to thank the racecourse staff for their continued patience and commitment to securing a positive outcome for the future operation of Musselburgh Racecourse."
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 24, 2018 18:03:58 GMT
Brighton, 24 Apr 18 Race 1 - 4:15pm THE toteplacepot HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Eoin Walsh reported that TIGERWOLF (IRE), placed second, hung left-handed and Hollie Doyle reported that EVERKYLLACHY (IRE), placed fifth, ran flat.
Race 2 - 4:50pm THE toteexacta MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Liam Keniry reported that DARK PANTHER (IRE), unplaced, stumbled leaving the stalls.
Race 4 - 5:55pm THE totetrifecta HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Daniel Steele was fined £140 as the record of vaccinations in the passport of INDUS VALLEY (IRE) did not comply with the Rules of Racing.
The Starter reported that VIOLET’S LADS (IRE) refused to enter stalls. Brett Johnson was informed that the filly could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
The Starter reported that HIGGY’S HEARTBEAT broke out of the stalls and was withdrawn. Dean Ivory was informed that the gelding could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Kieran O’Neill, the rider of the winner, LIVE DANGEROUSLY, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level from just inside 2 furlongs out.
Following the race, Luke Morris reported that PRINCE JAI, placed seventh, was never travelling, Sean Levey reported that JOYFUL DREAM (IRE), placed fifth, hung left-handed and Jane Elliott reported that INDUS VALLEY (IRE), placed sixth, was slowly away.
Race 6 - 7:05pm THE totesport.com CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) GOODBYE LULU (IRE) wore ear plugs, which were removed at the start, and was given permission to go early to post. View Stewards report Yarmouth, 24 Apr 18 Race 2 - 2:25pm THE JOHN KEMP 4X4 CENTRE OF NORWICH NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV I) RAPIER (USA) wore earplugs.
The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of AL REEF (IRE), placed fourth found the gelding to be lame left fore.
Race 3 - 2:55pm THE JOHN KEMP 4X4 CENTRE OF NORWICH NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV II) 1 ½ furlongs out MURAADEF, unplaced, shifted left away from the whip causing DARK SIDE JAZZ (IRE), unplaced, to have to be checked but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race David Egan reported that ZAMANDAS (IRE), placed fourth, was slowly away.
Race 4 - 3:25pm THE BURLINGTON PALM HOTEL OF GREAT YARMOUTH HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Approximately 1 ½ furlongs out, DAWN DANCER, placed fourth, shifted quickly left bumping FINISHER (USA), 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 DAWN DANCER.
Following the race George Wood reported that PENTLAND HILLS (IRE), unplaced, was denied a clear run.
Race 5 - 4:00pm THE PLEASUREWOOD HILLS THEME PARK OF LOWESTOFT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Permission was given for VOI to wear a hood in the parade ring.
Following the race Martin Harley reported that GIVEAWAY GLANCE, placed third, lugged left inside the final furlong. The Veterinary Officer reported that VOI, placed second, lost its right hind shoe.
Race 6 - 4:30pm THE EASTERN POWER SYSTEMS OF NORWICH HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for INTERLINK (USA), to wear a hood in the parade ring and to go early to post.
Following the race Silvestre De Sousa reported that CRYPTONITE (IRE), placed second, reared as the stalls opened causing the gelding to jump awkwardly and be slowly away.
Race 7 - 5:05pm THE INJURED JOCKEY'S FUND HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race Stevie Donohoe reported that PRISCILA’S DREAM, placed fourth, ran too free.
Race 8 - 5:40pm THE ANNUAL BADGES ON SALE AT YARMOUTH RACECOURSE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for TINA TEASPOON and HURRICANE ALERT to go early to post.
Following the race Kieren Fox reported that ASK THE GURU, placed fifth, hung right in the closing stages and the Veterinary Officer reported that MIGHTY ZIP (USA), unplaced, lost its left hind shoe. View Stewards report Ludlow, 24 Apr 18 Fixture Note After Race 1, the Going on the Hurdle course was changed to Good to Soft, Soft in places (from Good, Good to Firm in places)
After Race 2, the Going on the Chase course was changed to Good to Soft (from Good, Good to Firm in places)
Following reports from the riders in Race 2 that they had slipped on the bend entering the home straight, the Stewards ordered sand to be applied to the affected area.
After Race 4, the Going on the Chase and Hurdle course was changed to Soft (from Good to Soft on the Chase course and Good to Soft, Soft in places on the Hurdle course) Race 1 - 2:00pm THE NICK JONES HORSE AMBULANCE NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) BLACKJACKTENNESSEE wore earplugs throughout the race.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that DAILY TRADER, unplaced, had bled from the nose.
Race 2 - 2:35pm THE WYE VALLEY BREWERY "CONFINED" HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Permission was given for WALDEN PRINCE (IRE) to go early to post.
The winner, VALSEUR DU GRANVAL (FR), appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Kempton Park on 24 February 2018 where the gelding finished seventh of eight, beaten by 34 lengths. It was noted that Tom George could offer no explanation for the gelding’s improved form. VALSEUR DU GRANVAL (FR) was routine tested.
Race 3 - 3:05pm THE H R SMITH GROUP LTD HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) An enquiry was held to consider the placings in this race after interference on the run to the line when the winner, GOODTOKNOW, ridden by Richard Johnson, interfered with HEY BILL (IRE), placed second, ridden by Kielan Woods. The Stewards considered that the interference had improved GOODTOKNOW’s placing as after jumping the final fence, GOODTOKNOW had drifted left-handed and given a bump to HEY BILL (IRE), which had been gaining on the winner, causing that gelding to become slightly unbalanced, with only a short head between the two horses at the line. The placings were revised as follows: First HEY BILL (IRE), Second GOODTOKNOW. Johnson was cautioned for careless riding as he allowed his mount to drift left-handed under a right-handed drive, carrying HEY BILL (IRE) off its intended line.
Kielan Woods, the rider of the winner, HEY BILL (IRE), was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level from the third last fence.
Race 5 - 4:05pm THE WYE VALLEY BREWERY NOVICES' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) The winner, SAMSON'S REACH, appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Hereford on 10 March 2018 where the gelding was pulled up. Richard Price’s explanation that SAMSON'S REACH had benefitted from a change in tactics to be ridden prominently and that the gelding had got a clear run on the outside of the field was noted. SAMSON'S REACH was routine tested.
Race 6 - 4:40pm THE EDDIE MAPP MEMORIAL GRASSROOTS HUNTERS' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Permission was given for BAY SLY (IRE) to go early to post. View Stewards report Exeter, 24 Apr 18 Race 3 - 2:45pm THE BET & WATCH AT 188bet.co.uk MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race Harry Cobden reported that DARLING MALTAIX (FR), placed second, ran too freely.
Race 5 - 3:50pm THE DAILY RACING SPECIALS AT 188BET STEEPLE CHASE (A NOVICES' LIMITED HANDICAP) (CLASS 4) Following the race James Nixon reported that DONTMINDDBOYS (IRE), which was pulled up, 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 - 4:25pm THE PLAY ROULETTE AT 188BET CASINO HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Alexandra Dunn was fined £140 for declaring sheepskin cheekpieces in error for MILLEN DOLLAR MAN (IRE). Blinkers were substituted.
ST MERRYN (IRE), trained by Rob Summers, was late in the Parade Ring due to connections having difficulty in fitting the tongue tie.
Following the race Tom Bellamy reported that BENI LIGHT (FR), placed fifth, stopped quickly. The Veterinary Officer reported that MOONTRIPPER, placed fourth, had bled from the nose and Daniel Sansom reported that DENNY KERRELL, which was pulled up, lost its action. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of DENNY KERRELL failed to reveal any abnormalities. View Stewards report Huntingdon, 24 Apr 18 Race 1 - 4:35pm THE ENHANCED PLACE ODDS AT 188BET MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Permission was given for HATCHER (IRE) to be mounted in the chute.
MIN TIKY (IRE), unplaced, ran without a tongue strap because it had come adrift at the start and could not be re-fitted.
On the bend leaving the back straight on the final circuit, DON’T CALL ME DORIS, unplaced, edged right, tightening NO NO LEGEND, unplaced, which had to be checked, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Harrison Beswick, the rider of WORKING CLASS, was unseated after jumping the final hurdle. After viewing a recording of the incident, it was found to be accidental and caused by Beswick losing his right iron when the gelding made a mistake at the final hurdle, causing him to lose his balance and be unseated some distance later.
Race 2 - 5:10pm THE DAILY RACING SPECIALS AT 188BET MARES' 'NATIONAL HUNT' NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Patrick Cowley, the rider of SWATOW, was unseated after the first hurdle. Cowley was interviewed and shown recordings of the incident. It was found that the incident was caused by SWATOW jumping into the back of several runners which had slowed after the first hurdle. A short distance later, HUNTRESS (IRE) shifted left hampering SWATOW, which caused Cowley to be unseated, having become unbalanced.
Following the race, Jonathan Burke reported that the winner, JET SET (IRE), hung left throughout and Nico de Boinville reported that SIMONIA (IRE), unplaced, was never travelling and the Veterinary Officer subsequently reported that the mare lost both its hind shoes and had sustained a wound to its left fore. The Veterinary Officer also reported that CLOONE LADY (IRE), placed second, lost its right hind shoe.
Race 3 - 5:45pm THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED AT 188BET STEEPLE CHASE (A NOVICES' LIMITED HANDICAP) (CLASS 4) Following the race, Sean Bowen reported that NO DICE (IRE), which was pulled up, hung right and was never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 4 - 6:20pm THE 188BET UP TO £75 CASH BONUS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Jamie Bargary, the rider of ONE FORTY SEVEN (IRE), placed second, was suspended for 4 days for using his whip above the permitted level from turning in to the home straight.
Following the race, Robert Dunne reported that INNISFREE LAD (IRE), unplaced, stopped quickly. Harry Bannister reported that HOKE COLBURN (IRE), which was pulled up, was never travelling and Conor Shoemark reported that DREAMSOFTHEATRE (IRE), which was also pulled up, was never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that OCCASIONALLY YOURS (IRE), unplaced, lost its right hind shoe.
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 24, 2018 19:26:16 GMT
An extraordinary Champion Novice Chase, which could possibly have a big bearing on the trainers' title, was won by 16-1 shot The Storyteller.
It was a most fortunate victory for the winner as the race completely changed complexion in the closing stages when Al Boum Photo under Paul Townend veered off the course heading to the final fence, taking out the challenging Finian's Oscar.
Monbeg Notorious stayed on for second with Jury Duty taking third spot, making it a 1-2-3 for Gordon Elliott.
There can't have been many more extraordinary finishes to a Grade 1 chase than this. Things were heating up nicely two from home when Monalee took a crashing fall, hampering the challenging Invitation Only, who unseated his rider David Mullins. But that wasn't even the half of it.
Townend was now in front on the Willie Mullins-trained Al Boum Photo on the stands' side going to the last, hitting a low of 1.25 in running, but it seemed as if the jockey completely changed course as his mount veered right across the track, ending up crashing into the wings of the last and taking out the Finian's Oscar and Robbie Power.
The Storyteller and Davy Russell, who had hit an in-running high of 75, managed to miss the melee and were left in front and clear of their pursuers. And to add insult to injury for Mullins it was two more Elliott horses who bagged second and third spots.
On reviewing the race, the stewards hit Townend with a 21-day ban for dangerous riding. The jockey has also forfeited his riding fee.
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 24, 2018 19:27:55 GMT
Newmarket: David Milnes
Crossed Baton (2.45 Epsom, nap)
John Gosden has a fine record in this Derby trial and is fancied to extend his good run with this son of Dansili, who put up a most resilient performance to score on his return at Kempton last month. The three-year-old has since impressed on the Al Bahathri.
Others to follow Epsom 2.10 Compas Scoobie, 3.20 Royal Line, 3.55 Dubai Horizon, 4.25 Mokhles, 5.00 Delsheer. Catterick 3.00 Talaaqy, 4.35 Two Seas. Lingfield 4.50 Light Relief, 5.55 Tawaafoq, 6.55 My Target, 7.25 Emblazoned, 7.55 Speculator Lambourn: James Burn
Shabbah (3.20 Epsom, nap) Has more to offer over 1m4f and well regarded by trainer Joe Tuite, who clearly means business booking Ryan Moore, who will know the five-year-old well from his days at Sir Michael Stoute's.
Others to follow Catterick 4.35 Royal. Epsom 2.45 Simpson, 3.55 Contango, 5.00 Cuban Heel. Lingfield 4.50 Kath's Lustre, 5.20 Black Sails, 6.25 Caspar The Cub, 6.55 Chevallier, 7.25 Bin Daahir. Taunton 5.45 Don't Ask, 6.15 Charlie Papa Lima, 6.45 Tangoed. North: Colin Russell
Dee Ex Bee (2.45 Epsom, nap) Smart juvenile who won two of his five races including a conditions events over 1m½f on this track. This step up in trip is sure to suit, and with the ground no problem, is fancied to make a winning reappearance. Others to follow Catterick 1.50 Dapper Man, 2.25 Sir Derrick, 3.30 Bit Of A Quirke, 4.05 Wishing Well, 4.35 Rickyroadboy, 5.10 Magical Effect, 5.40 Someone Exciting. Epsom 2.10 Midnight Malibu, 3.20 Fire Fighting, 3.55 Another Touch. Lingfield 4.50 Line House. Perth 1.30 Lovely Schtuff, 2.00 Princess Mononoke, 2.35 Knockrobin, 3.10 Chidswell, 3.45 Late Date, 4.15 Rainy City, 4.45 Morning With Ivan. West Country: Andrew King
Cockney Wren (5.15 Taunton, nap) Not been seen since a short-priced favourite when beaten at Ludlow back in November. Has undergone wind surgery since and expected to go well. Others to follow Taunton 5.45 Darcy Ward, 6.15 Darloa, 6.45 Lubatic, 7.10 Anndarrow 7.40 Redmond 8.10 Southfield Torr. Racing Post Ratings: Steve Mason
Bennachie (7.40 Taunton, nap)
Well treated on the best of his old form and should be hard to beat off the same mark as when scoring in good fashion at Plumpton last week. Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Christopher Wood (5.00 Epsom) Finished an encouraging second on his seasonal return at Newmarket six days ago and may deservedly go one better. Longshot: Ed Quigley
Demi Sang (6.40 Punchestown)
Things didn't go to plan at Cheltenham last time out, but remains unexposed and should have more to offer in a wide-open race.
Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Next Destination (4.55 Punchestown)
The step up to three miles should suit Next Destination who finished off well when third in the Ballymore Novices' Hurdle at Cheltenham last month. Already a Grade 1 winner over two and a half miles, he gets the vote to score for Paul Townend and Willie Mullins. The Raceform Interactive nugget
Robin Dickin's last four chasers to head to Taunton have all won. Bally Lagan, responsible for a couple of those wins, tries to keep that streak going in the 7.40.
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 24, 2018 19:28:42 GMT
Compton Abbey (5.55, Lingfield) has been raised 3lb for winning on her handicap debut last time, but Rossa Ryan claims 5lb today and is 75 per cent when teaming up with Brett Johnson at the course.
Charles Bishop is an outstanding 12-24 at Epsom and has one ride today. Optimum Time (5.00) won his maiden on good to soft and can go well for Eve Johnson Houghton, who is 3-10 with three-year-olds here.
Silvestre de Sousa zips from the 5.00 at Epsom to Lingfield for one ride, Holiday Magic in the 6.55. The eight-year-old hasn’t won for a while but is ultra-consistent and can benefit from having the champion jockey up for the first time.
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 24, 2018 19:29:24 GMT
My Lord And Master 2.45 Epsom
John Gosden runs Crossed Baton in pursuit of a fourth straight win in the race and he should run well, but My Lord And Master looks a cracking each-way bet for William Haggas.
He bolted up in a good Nottingham maiden over 1m½f in November, showing dramatic improvement from his debut at the same track a month before.
The form of his win received a boost when the second, stablemate Young Rascal, ran out an easy winner of a good-looking Newbury maiden on Saturday.
My Lord And Master made all that day and it may be to his advantage if Danny Tudhope can dictate from the front again. He handles rain-softened ground so should have his ideal conditions.
Shabbah 3.20 Epsom
Shabbah ran very well on his first start for Joseph Tuite at Lingfield last month and should be backed with Ryan Moore booked to ride.
Formerly trained by Sir Michael Stoute, Shabbah rattled off a hat-trick as a three-year-old and was not beaten far in his bid for a four-timer in a very competitive handicap at Ascot, in which he had the 113-rated Dal Harraild just behind him.
He lost his form after that and could not get his head in front in four starts last season, although his final run was much better.
The change of scenery seems to have had a positive effect as Shabbah showed a great deal of promise at Lingfield last time. He attempted to make all over this trip but a lack of fitness told as he was swamped close home, finishing sixth.
That should bring him forward for this and he could be well handicapped off 86.
Dash Of Spice 3.55 Epsom
Dash Of Spice is the least experienced in this field, but that should not stop him and he is fancied to go well on his seasonal debut for David Elsworth and Silvestre de Sousa.
The four-year-old Teofilo colt has had only three starts, with his best effort coming when not beaten far in second in a course-and-distance maiden won by Ajman King, who won next time out and is now 10lb worse off here.
Dash Of Spice landed his maiden in good style on the all-weather in December and the confidence gained from that should stand him in good stead now.
He is closely related to his trainer’s Group 1 winner Arabian Queen, receives plenty of weight from all of his rivals and is ridden by the leading jockey at Epsom.
Bellshill 5.30 Punchestown
Bellshill ran an excellent race in the Irish National under a big weight and may well have won if he had jumped the last straight.
Willie Mullins has kept him back for an end-of-season campaign and he comes here fresher than most.
Bellshill has won three of just six chase starts and has ample room to improve on what he has achieved so far.
He has won two Grade 1 races at the Punchestown Festival and clearly has an affinity for this track, while the ground should have enough ease in it to suit. He could be very hard to beat.
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 24, 2018 19:29:48 GMT
7/4 King Of The Sand 4:25 Epsom Stayed on strongly to score by four and a half lengths at Brighton last October, and looks the type to do well at three.
This looks a good starting point since he is rated 86, and he should have the beating of these rivals under Ryan Moore.
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 24, 2018 20:56:40 GMT
Wednesday: going, weather & non-runners Catterick GOING: GOOD (Good to soft in places) WEATHER: Cloudy STALLS: Inside NON RUNNERS: 1:50 Kirkby's Phantom (10) 5:40 Coviglia (15) Epsom GOING: Derby course - GOOD TO SOFT; 5f course - GOOD (Good to soft in places) (GoingStick: Derby 6.7, Sprint 7.1) WEATHER: Showers STALLS: 5f - Stands' side; 1m 4f - Centre; Remainder - Inside Lingfield (AW) GOING: POLYTRACK: STANDARD WEATHER: Rain STALLS: 1m - Outside; Remainder - Inside Perth GOING: SOFT (Good to soft in places; Heavy patches) (GoingStick 5.5) WEATHER: Showers NON RUNNERS: 3:45 Dotties Dilema (4) Punchestown GOING: YIELDING TO SOFT WEATHER: Showers Taunton GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places) (GoingStick 8.9) (Rail movements: Races 1, 2, 4 & 7 +9yds, Race 3 +99yds, Race 5 +18yds and Race 6 +138yds) WEATHER: Showers NON RUNNERS: 8:10 Out For Justice (6)
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Post by dennisg on Apr 25, 2018 7:11:07 GMT
in today's sporting life................ Ben Linfoot seeks out the best Value Bet selections for Epsom's Blue Riband Trial card on Wednesday, including the Investec City And Suburban Handicap. Recommended Bets: Value Bet Epsom April 25 For details of advised bookmakers and each-way terms, visit our transparent tipping record It’s now 79 years since the Derby winner won the Classic trial at Epsom six weeks beforehand but the signs are that something might well ‘do a Blue Peter’ sooner rather than later if John Gosden continues to run good horses in the race. Last year his Cracksman won the Epsom trial, just, before finishing third in the Derby and he ended up being the best three-year-old colt around as he matured throughout the season before running away with the Qipco Champion Stakes at Ascot in October. Gosden is going for his fourth successive win in what is now billed the Investec Blue Riband Trial (2.45) and he could well continue the sequence with Crossed Baton, a Dansili colt that proved he had trained on when winning a novice stakes at Kempton at the end of last month. The best form in the race, though, belongs to Mark Johnston’s Dee Ex Bee, fourth best in the market at around 4/1. He won at Epsom as a two-year-old and was second in a Listed contest at Newmarket on his final start as a juvenile, so it’ll be interesting to see how this son of Farhh has developed from two to three. Aidan O’Brien throws a few into the mix as well, but, all in all, this race has a trappy look to it with so many unknown variables, including the progress of all of these colts over the winter. It looks a race to watch and learn from and the two handicaps that immediately follow offer good punting opportunities anyway, with the Investec City And Suburban Handicap (3.55) market dominated by Roger Varian’s Ajman King. Varian has an excellent record at Epsom (25 per cent win strike-rate) and this horse won at the track last season while looking highly progressive when scooting away with a handicap at Doncaster on his final start at three off a mark of 85. He could well go in again off 8lb higher, but plenty of Varian’s have needed the run and I’m not sure he’ll be able to confirm Epsom form with DASH OF SPICE (8/1 General) anyway off 10lb worse terms on Wednesday. The pair were first and second off level weights in maiden company at the home of the Derby last October, with Dash Of Spice two-lengths in arrears despite being allowed to coast home once his winning chance had gone. It was a promising performance from the second and he duly went one better in a Lingfield maiden in December, winning well from Past Master with subsequent winner Swiss Vinnare four-lengths adrift in third. An opening mark of 82 looks fair for this well-related Teofilo colt, with the one-eyed and talented Barshiba among his relatives as well as full-brother Dashing Star, a horse that won on his second start in a handicap off a mark of 83. Even though he’s 1lb out of the handicap, this looks a canny bit of placement from Elsworth as he gets at least 10lb from everything. With track form under his belt and those solid claims of reversing places with the favourite off these weights, he looks the one to be on at anything from 7/1 and upwards. 10 8 Dash Of Spice133 48-2OR: 82D 13/2 Form: 421-T: D R C ElsworthJ: S De Sousa Last run Live betting powered by This is a good race and there are plenty of dangers, including Andrew Balding’s Contango who has to be considered just because of his trainer’s good record at this meeting. However, at 16/1 (General) Ralph Beckett’s PACIFY looks overpriced and I want him on side as well. It was a frustrating season for this son of Paco Boy last year but he came out of it looking pretty well handicapped with his mark dropping from 102 to 96 after five defeats in 2017. When it touched 94 he went close to winning at Newmarket in July and that just shows how dangerous he is from this sort of rating. Two years ago he was just beaten into second by Dark Red in this very race off a mark of 95, a performance that proves he can go well fresh and at this track as well. A couple of years on and compensation could well await, especially with Beckett among the winners (has won seven from 22 at 32 per cent in the last two weeks) recently. 5 10 Pacify235 69-1OR: 96D 12/1 Form: 0/00527-T: R M BeckettJ: Harry Bentley Last run Live betting powered by Finally, Mark Johnston’s FIRE FIGHTING looks very interesting on his return to turf and he’s worth backing at the general 12/1 in the Investec Corporate Banking Great Metropolitan Handicap (3.20). He’s dropped 10lb to 96 since he last ran on the grass and on his best turf form he’s thrown in having won handicaps off 100, 102 and 108 on this surface in the past. His course form is excellent as he won his maiden here and he finished a neck second in a handicap at this track on Oaks day in 2015 off 106 as well, while he was third in the aforementioned City And Suburban off 104 earlier that year. He’s in pretty good nick having won on the all-weather last month and he’ll certainly be fit enough after a busy campaign since the turn of the year. This is his easiest task on turf for a good while and though there are some lightly-raced and unexposed types in opposition, if there’s any lack of sharpness in them at this time of year he has the ability to expose any such chinks in their armour. 1 6 Fire Fighting19 79-8OR: 96CD 9/1 Form: 895153T: M JohnstonJ: A Kirby Last run Live betting powered by Posted at 1730 BST on 24/04/18. Ben Linfoot's Value Bet aim: The Value Bet is designed to generate long-term profit by searching for overpriced horses in the feature weekend races and at the big Festivals in the UK. Running total: +375.14pts to advised stakes/prices (from inception of Value Bet column in January 2010 to current).
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Post by dennisg on Apr 25, 2018 7:12:57 GMT
Anita Chambers expects Aidan O'Brien to win the Investec Blue Riband Trial at Epsom and she has a tip for every race in the UK and Ireland. James Cook can stake his Investec Derby claim with victory in the Investec Blue Riband Trial at Epsom. Aidan O'Brien has his usual embarrassment of riches in the Classic division and while this Galileo colt is not yet considered part of the A-team judged on the ante-post markets, a win here would certainly see his price shorten. A full-brother to Arc winner Found, James Cook is bred to excel over middle distances but he shaped well enough over shorter when winning one of his two juvenile starts last term. Beaten four lengths on his debut when his inexperience really showed, he was still a bit green when he improved on that to win a mile maiden last October, with the official half-length margin not really doing him justice. James Cook will face a stiff rival in Crossed Baton, who bids to give John Gosden a fourth successive win in the race, but O'Brien's raider can rise to the challenge. While Gosden could be out of luck in the feature event, Royal Line should be up to the task in the Investec Corporate Banking Great Metropolitan Handicap. Winner of his first two starts last year, his campaign was derailed a bit towards the end of the season and he again disappointed when tried at conditions level at Doncaster last month. Royal Line certainly has ability and while he might not be totally straightforward, his official rating of 95 illustrates just how good he could be. Ajman King ended last year on a high and can pick up in the same vein in the Investec City And Suburban Handicap. The four-year-old was a winner at Epsom and Doncaster on his final two outings, with his final verdict on Town Moor particularly taking as he powered home by upwards of three lengths in what was a competitive heat. He starts the year on a perch of 93 and should be ranking even higher than that in due course. Talaaqy is the pick in the British Stallion Studs EBF "Confined' Fillies" Novice Stakes at Catterick. She won on her only start for William Haggas last year and while that possibly was not the strongest race at Yarmouth, she is related to some decent types and connections have found a nice starting point here. It is day two of the Punchestown Festival and Noel Meade can claim the main prize of the day - the Coral Punchestown Gold Cup - with Road To Respect. Fourth behind Native River in the Cheltenham Gold Cup last month, he just did not appear to see out the full three-and-a-quarter-mile trip that day, with a couple of late jumping errors also hindering his challenge. Switching back to three miles here, Road To Respect can round off his season in style. Sporting Life tips: CATTERICK: 1.50 La Fortuna, 2.25 Christmas Night, 3.00 Talaaqy, 3.30 Card High, 4.05 Question Of Faith, 4.35 Carpet Time, 5.10 Right Action, 5.40 Presidential. EPSOM: 2.10 Just That Lord, 2.45 JAMES COOK (NAP), 3.20 Royal Line, 3.55 Ajman King, 4.25 Cross My Mind, 5.00 Jack Taylor. LINGFIELD: 4.50 Line House, 5.20 Black Sails, 5.55 Canadian Royal, 6.25 Shailene, 6.55 First Selection, 7.25 Lord Vetinari, 7.55 Cooperess. PERTH: 1.30 Nando, 2.00 Hazy Manor, 2.35 Scorpion Sid, 3.10 Chidswell, 3.45 The Jam Man, 4.15 Shanroe Street, 4.45 Think Ahead. PUNCHESTOWN: 3.40 Black Key, 4.20 Sire Du Berlais, 4.55 Next Destination, 5.30 Road To Respect, 6.05 Relegate, 6.40 Demi Sang, 7.15 Tintangle. TAUNTON: 5.15 Cockney Wren, 5.45 Lungarno Palace, 6.15 Royal Act, 6.45 Lubatic, 7.10 Tir Dubh, 7.40 Spock, 8.10 Southfield Torr. DOUBLE: James Cook and Ajman King.
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Post by dennisg on Apr 25, 2018 7:14:47 GMT
Man On The Spot's race-by-race guide and best bets for Wednesday's meeting at Punchestown. Wednesday's Punchestown nap: 14 Shanahan's Turnt12 1010-4OR: 136CD 11/2 Form: 0/70-892T: C L TizzardJ: H Cobden Last run Live betting powered by 3.40 Adare Manor Opportunity Series Final Handicap Hurdle The consistent Nobody Home likes a thorough test of stamina over this trip, which he got when scoring at Fairyhouse on Irish National day. He'd earlier been beaten five lengths behind Brave Out at Wexford but the winner didn't perform as well at Downpatrick next time and Ed Crawley's charge can gain his revenge. ICANTSAY last ran over hurdles at Navan in November where he gained an easy success. He's run in two tough handicaps over fences subsequently and, back over timber, can return to winning ways. Caro Des Flos has never won and makes his handicap debut but Willie Mullins has other chances with Steel Wave possibly the best of them as he should be at his peak after returning from a long break. Thirsty Work has been chasing without much success and hasn't lived up to the form shown when beating the smart Tudor City over hurdles here in 2016 but the maiden Black Key would have a chance if on his best form while Ben Brody won a maiden here last May and is on a nice mark. 18 Icantsay143 811-4OR: 115C 18/1 Form: 16510PT: J P RyanJ: T N Brett (4) Last run Live betting powered by 4.20 Louis Fitzgerald Hotel Hurdle Jessica Harrington has a tremendous record in this and Not Many Left is the stable's representative this time, though he was disappointing when stepped into Grade 3 company at Thurles after easily landing a Navan maiden. Le Martalin has been running well over fences without managing a victory but Sire Du Berlais ran a fine race behind stable companion Blow By Blow in the Martin Pipe and should get into contention. PRAVALAGUNA hasn't done as well as expected but this looks his level and he caught the eye when staying on behind stablemate Low Sun over the minimum at Aintree so can take this for Willie Mullins. 8 Pravalagunah8 611-5OR: 138D 3/1 Form: 2-3F4P4T: W P MullinsJ: P Townend Last run Live betting powered by 4.55 Irish Daily Mirror Novice Hurdle NEXT DESTINATION ran a fine race in the Ballymore at Cheltenham, going on at the finish over that 2m5f without getting to the front pair. He's never been this far under Rules but his trainer has won three of the last six so knows what it takes. He's also represented by Brahma Bull, who lost his unbeaten record in the Ballymore, though he looks a real staying type who should do better over fences, and Ballyward, who was beaten six lengths by today's rival Kilbricken Storm in the Albert Bartlett at the Festival over this trip. The winner's stamina came into play that day so he's an obvious danger but the overall form looks just short of that of the selection's. Delta Work landed the Pertemps Final at Cheltenham and is a progressive staying type who is by no means out of this nor are his stable companions Blow By Blow, the Martin Pipe winner, and Lackaneen Leader, who has been improving with every run and chased home the long odds-on Laurina in the Grade 1 Mares' championship event at Fairyhouse. 7 Next Destination42 611-10OR: 150D 6/4 Form: 42-1113T: W P MullinsJ: P Townend Last run Live betting powered by 5.30 Coral Punchestown Gold Cup Willie Mullins has four entries including Grand National favourite Total Recall, who jumped poorly at Aintree and was pulled up. Killultagh Vic, who beat Thistlecrack to land the Grade 1 novice hurdle at the meeting three years ago, pulled up in the Gold Cup last month but would earlier have beaten Edwulf in the Irish Gold Cup at Leopardstown but for a last-fence fall. Outlander finished a neck second that day with Djakadam well back in third and Alpha Des Obeaux a long way behind and Gordon Elliott's charge had earlier beaten ROAD TO RESPECT narrowly in the JNwine at Down Royal. The latter came good in the Gold Cup with a cracking effort behind Native River and, as the youngest runner in the field, has the scope to get even better. He gets the nod over Bellshill, who looked like winning the Irish National until slowing approaching the last and is another who still has some progress in him. 8 Road To Respecth40 711-10OR: 166CD 9/4 Form: 11-1214T: N MeadeJ: S W Flanagan Last run Live betting powered by 6.05 Racing Post Champion I.N.H. Flat Race For The Conyngham Cup Patrick Mullins had a choice of four here and has come up with BLACKBOW, as he did in the Champion Bumper at Cheltenham when only fifth behind stable companion Relegate with Carefully Selected and Tornado Flyer also in front of him. The winner, who had been last for most of the race, came with a wet sail to snatch the verdict after the runner-up set a modest pace and it wouldn't be a surprise if any of the quartet came up trumps here though a likely faster gallop will suit the selection. Felix Desjy was also involved at Cheltenham where he finished eighth but looked to have had every chance so Gordon Elliott could do better with the progressive Getaway John, who has completed a double in fine style since beaten narrowly by Tornado Flyer at Fairyhouse. 1 Blackbow42 512-0OR: 134D 7/2 Form: 1-115T: W P MullinsJ: Mr P W Mullins Last run Live betting powered by 6.40 Guinness Handicap Chase Colin Tizzard won this last year with Sizing Granite and SHANAHAN'S TURN (NAP) looks well enough weighted to complete a stable double. Runner-up to another stable companion, Ultragold, in the Topham at Aintree, the 2015 Galway Plate winner has bounced back to form at the right time and will take some beating. The Paparrazi Kid, runner-up in that Galway event, has continued to perform with credit in these sort of races but has a very stiff task against the selection at the weights. Willie Mullins has three entries with Patricks Park likely to attract attention despite a moderate run at Fairyhouse as he'd earlier looked very progressive when scoring at Leopardstown when Blast Of Koeman was nine lengths behind. Clarcam is admirably consistent but is held by the selection on Topham form. 14 Shanahan's Turnt12 1010-4OR: 136CD 11/2 Form: 0/70-892T: C L TizzardJ: H Cobden Last run Live betting powered by 7.15 Weatherbys General Stud Book Irish EBF Mares Flat Race COLREEVY ran well to finish eighth behind stable companion Relegate in the championship bumper at Cheltenham and is the type to make a smart jumper in time. She's the pick of Patrick Mullins and may prove best of her stable's quartet and be good enough to land this. Derek O'Connor is on board Dani Theatre, though his mount hasn't run since 2015. But Nina Carberry rode Tintangle to victory in a Listed event at Fairyhouse and the combination look certain to get into contention. Gordon Elliott also runs Black Tears, who looks to have a bit more to do, as does Mary B, who was behind Tintangle at Fairyhouse. 1 Colreevy42 511-9OR: 115D 7/4 Form: F-137T: W P MullinsJ: Mr P W Mullins
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Post by dennisg on Apr 25, 2018 7:16:48 GMT
Ben Linfoot previews Wednesday's excellent card at Epsom with one of David Elsworth's getting the Sporting Life Daily Nap vote. Recommended bet: Sporting Life's Daily Nap, April 25 NAP: Dash Of Spice (3.55 Epsom) Next Best: Fire Fighting (3.20 Epsom) Treble: Faadhel (5.00 Epsom) 10 8 Dash Of Spice133 48-2OR: 82D 13/2 Form: 421-T: D R C ElsworthJ: S De Sousa Last run Live betting powered by 1 6 Fire Fighting19 79-8OR: 96CD 9/1 Form: 895153T: M JohnstonJ: A Kirby Last run Live betting powered by 11 5 Faadhel15 39-0OR: 73 5/1 Form: 67-42T: R VarianJ: Andrea Atzeni Last run Live betting powered by Roger Varian has an excellent record at Epsom (25 per cent win strike-rate) and his Ajman King won at the track last season while looking highly progressive when scooting away with a handicap at Doncaster on his final start at three off a mark of 85. He could well go in again off 8lb higher, but plenty of Varian’s have needed the run and I’m not sure he’ll be able to confirm Epsom form with DASH OF SPICE anyway off 10lb worse terms on in the 3.55 Wednesday. The pair were first and second off level weights in maiden company at the home of the Derby last October, with Dash Of Spice two-lengths in arrears despite being allowed to coast home once his winning chance had gone. It was a promising performance from the second and he duly went one better in a Lingfield maiden in December, winning well from Past Master with subsequent winner Swiss Vinnare four-lengths adrift in third. An opening mark of 82 looks fair for this well-related Teofilo colt, with the one-eyed and talented Barshiba among his relatives as well as full-brother Dashing Star, a horse that won on his second start in a handicap off a mark of 83. Even though he’s 1lb out of the handicap, this looks a canny bit of placement from Elsworth as he gets at least 10lb from everything. With track form under his belt and those solid claims of reversing places with the favourite off these weights, he looks the one to be on. Mark Johnston’s FIRE FIGHTING looks very interesting on his return to turf and he’s worth backing at the general 12/1 in the Investec Corporate Banking Great Metropolitan Handicap (3.20). He’s dropped 10lb to 96 since he last ran on the grass and on his best turf form he’s thrown in having won handicaps off 100, 102 and 108 on this surface in the past. His course form is excellent as he won his maiden here and he finished a neck second in a handicap at this track on Oaks day in 2015 off 106 as well, while he was third in the aforementioned City And Suburban off 104 earlier that year. He’s in pretty good nick having won on the all-weather last month and he’ll certainly be fit enough after a busy campaign since the turn of the year. This is his easiest task on turf for a good while and though there are some lightly-raced and unexposed types in opposition, if there’s any lack of sharpness in them at this time of year he has the ability to expose any such chinks in their armour. Finally, with Varian's excellent course record in mind, FAADHEL can land the closing Investec Private Banking Handicap. He's had a couple of runs on the all-weather so fitness is of no concern with him and he raced very wide at Wolverhampton last time when runner-up to Jungle Room. Daily Nap record: -5.62pts
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 25, 2018 8:18:35 GMT
EPSOM DOWNS
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
2.10 Midnight Malibu
2.45 Crossed Baton
3.20 Lorelina (nap)
3.55 Thundering Blue (nb)
4.25 King Of The Sand
5.00 Christopher Wood
GIMCRACK
2.10 Just That Lord
2.45 James Cook (nap)
3.20 Royal Line
3.55 Ajman King (nb)
4.25 Cross My Mind
5.00 Jack Taylor
CATTERICK
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
1.50 La Fortuna
2.25 Christmas Night
3.00 Talaaqy
3.30 Card High
4.05 Question Of Faith
4.35 Rickyroadboy
5.10 Right Action
5.40 Redrosezorro
GIMCRACK
1.50 La Fortuna
2.25 Christmas Night
3.00 Talaaqy
3.30 Card High
4.05 Question Of Faith
4.35 Carpet Time
5.10 Right Action
5.40 Presidential
PERTH
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
1.30 Blue Flight
2.00 Longhousesignora
2.35 Calett Mad
3.10 Uhlan Bute
3.45 Jimmy Bell
4.15 Some Are Lucky
4.45 Morning With Ivan
GIMCRACK
1.30 Nando
2.00 Hazy Manor
2.35 Scorpion Sid
3.10 Chidswell
3.45 The Jam Man
4.15 Shanroe Street
4.45 Think Ahead
LINGFIELD
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
4.50 No More Thrills
5.20 Black Sails
5.55 Time Stands Still
6.25 Caspar The Cub
6.55 My Target
7.25 Emblazoned
7.55 Epsom Secret
GIMCRACK
4.50 Line House
5.20 Black Sails
5.55 Canadian Royal
6.25 Shailene
6.55 First Selection
7.25 Lord Vetinari
7.55 Cooperess
TAUNTON
ROBIN GOODFELLOW
5.15 Cockney Wren
5.45 Don’t Ask
6.15 Spoilt Rotten
6.45 Lubatic
7.10 Neetside
7.40 Bennachie
8.10 Southfield Torr
GIMCRACK
5.15 Cockney Wren
5.45 Lungarno Palace
6.15 Royal Act
6.45 Lubatic
7.10 Tir Dubh
7.40 Spock
8.10 Southfield Torr
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 25, 2018 8:18:58 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 25, 2018 17:53:21 GMT
Catterick Bridge, 25 Apr 18 Race 1 - 1:50pm THE RACING TO SCHOOL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for GO CHARLIE to go early to post.
COISTE BODHAR (IRE), drawn 1, anticipated the start and accelerated the gate at the same moment as the race had been started thereby enabling the gelding to break quickly. Being satisfied that it was not caused through a faulty action of the starting stalls, no further action was taken.
Just inside the 2 furlong marker, LA FORTUNA, placed third, edged right at the same time as WINDFORPOWER (IRE), placed fourth, edged left giving a slight nudge to PAVERS PRIDE, placed seventh, leaving the gelding crowded for room. 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 LA FORTUNA or WINDFORPOWER (IRE).
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that the winner, DAPPER MAN (IRE), lost its right fore shoe; P.J. McDonald reported that COISTE BODHAR (IRE), placed second, hung right throughout and Jamie Gormley reported that GO CHARLIE, placed sixth, was slowly away.
Race 2 - 2:25pm THE RACING UK PROFITS RETURNED TO RACING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Inside the final ½ furlong, DROVER, placed second, edged slightly left causing CHRISTMAS NIGHT, placed third, to be eased momentarily 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 DROVER.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that TRAUMATISED, unplaced, bled from the nose.
Race 3 - 3:00pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF "CONFINED" FILLIES' NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (Not run more than four times) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that MORTICIA, placed fourth, had suffered a wound to its right fore fetlock.
Race 4 - 3:30pm THE 2018 CATTERICK TWELVE FURLONG SERIES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Qualifier) (DIV I) The winner RIVIERE ARGENTEE (FR), appeared to show improved form, compared with its previous run at Doncaster on 24 March 2018, where the filly finished eleventh of twelve, beaten by 39 lengths. The explanation from K.R. Burke’s representative that the filly appreciated the Good to Soft, Good in Places ground at Catterick over Soft at Doncaster, and had stripped fitter for her seasonal reappearance was noted. RIVIERE ARGENTEE (FR) was routine tested.
Following the race, Nathan Evans reported that CARD HIGH (IRE), placed fourth, ran too freely and was denied a clear run inside the final furlong.
Race 5 - 4:05pm THE 2018 CATTERICK TWELVE FURLONG SERIES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Qualifier) (DIV II) The Starter reported that MR SUNDOWNER (USA) was the subject of a third criteria failure. Wilf Storey was informed that the gelding could not run until the day after passing a stalls test.
Race 6 - 4:35pm THE BET AT racinguk.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Approaching the final furlong, FUNKADELIC, placed fifth, edged right at the same time as STEWARDESS (IRE), unplaced, shifted left, causing RICKYROADBOY, placed third, to be tightened for room and DANGEROUS LADY, unplaced, to be eased momentarily 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 FUNKADELIC.
Following the race, Pierre-Louis Jamin reported that ROYAL (USA), unplaced, fly leapt leaving the stalls and was slowly away; P.J. McDonald reported that THE GOLDEN CUE, placed seventh, hung right throughout.
Race 7 - 5:10pm THE BOOK NOW FOR SATURDAY 9TH JUNE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Permission was given for MAGICAL EFFECT (IRE) and PARYS MOUNTAIN (IRE) to go early to post.
Approaching the final furlong, SULTAN BAYBARS, unplaced, edged left taking EXPLAIN, unplaced, into the path of MOONLIGHTNAVIGATOR (USA), unplaced, who was eased momentarily but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Ben Robinson reported that BARAWEEZ (IRE), unplaced, was denied a clear run in the home straight and Graham Lee reported that SAINT EQUIANO, unplaced, was denied a clear run inside the final furlong; Jason Hart reported that REPUTATION (IRE), unplaced, ran too free and the Veterinary Officer reported that SAINT EQUIANO had lost its left fore shoe.
Race 8 - 5:40pm THE RACING AGAIN 14TH MAY APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Permission was given for CUPID’S ARROW (IRE) and SOMEONE EXCITING to go early to post.
Following the race, Jamie Gormley reported that SMUGGLERS CREEK (IRE), unplaced, hung right and Jane Elliott reported that CUPID’S ARROW (IRE) ran too free; The Veterinary Officer reported that GLORIOUS ROCKET, unplaced, bled from the nose and LA SIOUX (IRE), placed fifth, lost its left hind shoe. View Stewards report Epsom Downs, 25 Apr 18 Race 1 - 2:10pm THE INVESTEC ASSET FINANCE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Permission was given for BOOM THE GROOM (IRE) to go early to post.
Following the race, Adam Kirby reported that TARBOOSH, unplaced, was denied a clear run, Josephine Gordon reported that PETTOCHSIDE, unplaced, was denied a clear run and Andrea Atzeni reported that TAVENER, unplaced, was denied a clear run.
Race 2 - 2:45pm THE INVESTEC BLUE RIBAND TRIAL (IN MEMORY OF ANTHONY CANE) (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Following the race, Oisin Murphy reported that TECHNOLOGICAL, unplaced, lost its action and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the colt failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 3 - 3:20pm THE INVESTEC CORPORATE BANKING GREAT METROPOLITAN HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) An enquiry was held to consider interference 1 ½ furlongs out when the winner, ROYAL LINE, ridden by James Doyle interfered with SHABBAH (IRE), unplaced, ridden by Ryan Moore. Doyle was cautioned for careless riding as he allowed his mount to drift left-handed without sufficient correction causing Moore to take a slight check.
Following the race, William Cox reported that LORELINA, unplaced, hung right-handed.
Race 4 - 3:55pm THE INVESTEC CITY AND SUBURBAN HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Permission was given for AJMAN KING (IRE) to wear a hood in the Parade Ring.
Following the race, Daniel Tudhope reported that ANYTHINGTODAY (IRE), which was pulled up, stumbled badly leaving the stalls and the Veterinary Officer reported that the gelding was lame behind.
Race 5 - 4:25pm THE INVESTEC WEALTH NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) Following the race, Ryan Tate reported that DUHR (IRE), unplaced, was slowly away and Josephine Gordon reported that CROSS MY MIND (IRE), unplaced, ran too free.
Race 6 - 5:00pm THE INVESTEC PRIVATE BANKING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) FAADHEL (GER), drawn 5, anticipated the start and accelerated the gate at the same moment as the race had been started thereby enabling the gelding to break quickly. Being satisfied that it was not caused through a faulty action of the starting stalls, no further action was taken. View Stewards report Perth, 25 Apr 18 Fixture Note Going changed after Race 1 to Soft, Heavy in places (from Good to Soft, Soft in places)
PRIOR TO RACE 1: The Stewards held an enquiry following an inspection which was held as a result of a concern raised into the ground conditions on parts of the course. They interviewed riders, Brian Hughes, Henry Brooke and Callum Bewley; trainers, N W Alexander, Sandy Thomson and Simon Waugh, the BHA Course Inspector, the Clerk of the Course and the Veterinary Officer. Having considered their evidence, the Stewards were satisfied that the area in question was safe and that racing should continue. Race 1 - 1:30pm THE JOSEPH PERRIER "THE PARTY HAS STARTED" MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) STORM NELSON (IRE) arrived at the start with a small amount of blood in its mouth. Having been checked by the Veterinary Surgeon at the start, the gelding was found to have bitten its tongue but was deemed fit to race.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that NANDO (GER), placed fifth, finished lame right fore.
Race 2 - 2:00pm THE EDINBURGH GIN MARES' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier for The Northern Lights Mares' Hurdle Series Final) It was noted that LONGHOUSESIGNORA (IRE) jinked and attempted to whip round as the start was effected losing several lengths.
Permission was given for WYFIELD ROSE to be led in at the start.
Race 3 - 2:35pm THE EBF STALLIONS GOLD CASTLE 'NATIONAL HUNT' NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Permission was given for CALLET MAD (FR) to go to post early. It was noted the gelding wore earplugs.
The performance of KNOCKROBIN (IRE) which was pulled up, was considered. It was noted that the representative of Donald McCain could offer no explanation for the gelding’s performance. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing found it to have lost its left front shoe.
Race 4 - 3:10pm THE PHIL NELSON HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that CHIDSWELL (IRE), which was pulled up, bled from the nose.
Race 5 - 3:45pm THE CALEDONIAN HUNT AMATEUR RIDERS' HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier for the Northern Lights Stayers Hurdle Series) Miss Maxine O’Sullivan, the rider of THE JAM MAN (IRE), placed third, was suspended for 4 days for using her whip above the permitted level from 2 out.
Mr Anthony Fox the rider of the winner, LE BRAYE (IRE), was suspended for 9 days for using his whip above the permitted level and without giving the gelding time to respond from 2 out.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that THE JAM MAN (IRE), placed third, was found to be coughing. View Stewards report Taunton, 25 Apr 18 Race 1 - 5:15pm THE HALF YEAR MEMBERSHIP AVAILABLE TODAY MARES' NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for BETTER NEWS to go early to post.
Following the race Charlie Hammond reported that LET'S SWAY, placed third, ran too freely and the Veterinary Officer reported that STATE SOVEREIGNTY, unplaced, bled from the nose.
Race 2 - 5:45pm THE INVEST SOUTHWEST NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that MARK'S FOLLY (IRE), placed fourth, had bled from the nose.
Race 3 - 6:15pm THE GET DAILY TIPS AT racinguk.com NOVICES' HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Permission was given for TIKKINTHEBOX (IRE) to wear a hood in the parade ring only.
Following the race Richard Patrick reported that SPOILT ROTTEN, which was pulled up, stopped quickly. Richard Johnson reported that ROYAL ACT, which pulled up, was never travelling. Sarah-Jayne Davies reported that ROYAL ACT was unsuited by the good, good to firm ground and would prefer an easier surface.
Race 6 - 7:40pm THE SIMPLE MINDS IN CONCERT 2ND SEPTEMBER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Permission was given for MICQUUS (IRE) to wear a hood in the parade ring only. View Stewards report Lingfield Park, 25 Apr 18 Race 1 - 4:50pm THE RACING WELFARE 24 HOUR SUPPORT LINE 08006300443 FILLIES' HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for LINE HOUSE to wear a hood in the Parade Ring, and for LADY AL THUMAMA to go early to post.
Following the race, David Probert reported that his saddle slipped on GREAT SHOT SAM (USA), placed second, Gabriele Malune reported that LADY AL THUMAMA, placed sixth, was slowly away, and Edward Greatrex reported that IT'S NOT UNUSUAL, unplaced, hung right-handed,
Race 2 - 5:20pm THE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP SNOOKER AT 188BET CLAIMING STAKES (CLASS 6) BLACK SAILS ran keenly to post and overshot the start. Having been examined by the Veterinary Surgeon, the filly was deemed fit to race.
Race 3 - 5:55pm THE PUNCHESTOWN BETTING AT 188BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race, Franny Norton reported that LOCOMMOTION, placed fourth, ran too free.
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Post by Kimmy on Apr 26, 2018 7:56:10 GMT
Thursday: going, weather & non-runners Beverley GOING: GOOD (good to soft in places) WEATHER: Cloudy STALLS: Inside NON RUNNERS: 1:30 Ghayadh (12)Acclaim The Nation (6) 2:00 Are You Locking Up (2) Chelmsford (AW) GOING: POLYTRACK: STANDARD WEATHER: Partly cloudy STALLS: 6f - Centre; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 6:30 Sir Commander (8) 7:05 Tavener (9) 8:05 London (7) Kempton GOING: GOOD (Good to firm in places) (GoingStick: Chs 8.4, Hdl 7.9) (Rail movements: R1 & 2 +45y, R3 & 7 +41y, R4 & 6 +64y, R5 +52y) WEATHER: Partly cloudy NON RUNNERS: 6:20 Kings Ryde (2) Perth GOING: SOFT (Heavy in places) (GoingStick 5.4) WEATHER: Showers NON RUNNERS: 2:20 Jolie Crickette (4) 3:30 Alizee De Janeiro (7) Punchestown GOING: YIELDING (Yielding to soft in places) WEATHER: Showers Warwick GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (soft in places) (GoingStick: Chs 6.8, Hdl 6.6) (Rail movements: R1 & 3 -80y, R5 -97y, R7 & 8 -49y) (Hurdle and NHF races will be run on the Inner Track) WEATHER: Partly cloudy NON RUNNERS: 2:10 Bel Esprit (6) 2:45 Hazamar (13)Schnabel (12) 5:00 Doyannie (17)
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