Cheltenham 12 March 2025

Going: Good to Soft
 
 
Sunny spells

Forecast: Sunny spells
Temperature: 0.4° - 8.4°
Rainfall: 0.52mm
Wind: 6.7 mph N

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1

13:20 Cheltenham (Class 1) (4YO plus)

Turners Novices' Hurdle (Grade 1) (Registered As The Baring Bingham Novices' Hurdle) (GBB Race)

2m 5f

Winner £84,405 - 11 ran

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No.
Form
Horse
Age / Wt / OR
Jockey / Trainer
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1
1-11
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Final Demand (IRE) 39

b g Walk In The Park - Zuzka (Flemensfirth)

Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 2 runs, 2 wins, 0 places, 100%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
Class: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
Cl has a 50% or better record in this class
Cl
6 11-7
154

P Townend

W P Mullins

Point winner 2-2 under rules including effortless Grade 1 win latest; form of debut maiden win working out well; has shaped like a stayer but stablemates should ensure stiff test; go close if handling the quicker surface

He has won two hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m 5f to 3m on soft and yielding - soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race when 11-8fav in the Group 1 Nathaniel Lacy Wingmen Partners Solicitors Novice Hurdle at Leopardstown over 2m 6f (soft) last month, beating & by 12l.

Point winner 2-2 under rules including effortless Grade 1 win latest; form of debut maiden win working out well; has shaped like a stayer but stablemates should ensure stiff test; go close if handling the quicker surface

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 2 2 0 100%
Hurdle 2 2 0 100%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 1 1 0 100%
G Similar Going 2 2 0 100%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 3 3 0 100%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 1 1 0 100%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J P Townend 1 1 0 100%
T W P Mullins 2 2 0 100%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
2
11-222
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Forty Coats (IRE) 53

b g Diamond Boy - Regal Obligation (Generous)

Similar Going: 4 runs, 1 win, 2 places, 25%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Was beaten favourite last time out
BF
6 11-7
131

D J O'Keeffe

H De Bromhead

Point and bumper winner remains a maiden over hurdles though latest narrow defeat franked at Graded level; longer trip should suit but fair bit to find with principals

Successful in a NH flat race and a point-to-point at 2m and 3m on soft - heavy ground. Beaten 1/2l by Jacob's Ladder when second of 4 at 6-5fav on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race at Navan over 2m 4f (soft) in January.

Point and bumper winner remains a maiden over hurdles though latest narrow defeat franked at Graded level; longer trip should suit but fair bit to find with principals

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 3 0 2 0%
Hurdle 3 0 2 0%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 4 1 2 25%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 5 2 2 40%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 0 0 0 -
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J D J O'Keeffe 3 0 2 0%
T H De Bromhead 4 1 2 25%
BF Was beaten favourite last time out
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
3
5/F14
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Kaid D'authie (FR) 38

br g Choeur Du Nord - Kadifette (Califet)

Similar Going: 3 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 33.33%
G has previously won on similar going
G
5 11-7
138

B Hayes

W P Mullins

Not disgraced behind last year's Triumph winner in France; form of maiden win franked but let down by jumping when upped in grade last time; longer trip should suit but faces stiff task

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 4f on yielding ground. Well beaten at 9-2 behind Kopek Des Bordes when fourth of 10 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 Tattersalls Ireland Novice Hurdle at Leopardstown over 2m (soft) last month.

Not disgraced behind last year's Triumph winner in France; form of maiden win franked but let down by jumping when upped in grade last time; longer trip should suit but faces stiff task

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 4 1 0 25%
Hurdle 4 1 0 25%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 3 1 0 33.3%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 4 1 0 25%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 1 0 0 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J B Hayes 0 0 0 -
T W P Mullins 3 1 0 33.3%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
4
1-21
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Kappa Jy Pyke (FR) 59

b g Masked Marvel - Callie Tueuse (Irish Wells)

Similar Going: 2 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 50%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
5 11-7
 - 

S F O'Keeffe

W P Mullins

French bumper winner was untested when off the mark for this yard last time; that form nothing special and stamina to prove up in trip; stable holds much stronger claims; possible pacemaker

Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 1m 4f and 2m 1f on soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when evens fav at Punchestown over 2m 1f (soft) in January, beating Brave Brigadier by 17l.

French bumper winner was untested when off the mark for this yard last time; that form nothing special and stamina to prove up in trip; stable holds much stronger claims; possible pacemaker

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 2 1 1 50%
Hurdle 2 1 1 50%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 2 1 1 50%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 2 1 1 50%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 0 0 0 -
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J S F O'Keeffe 0 0 0 -
T W P Mullins 2 1 1 50%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
5
1-12
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Kel Histoire (FR) 59

ch g Masked Marvel - Drole D'histoire (Lucarno)

Similar Going: 2 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 50%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
Class: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
5 11-7
 - 

M P Walsh

W P Mullins

Maiden winner met trouble and was left with too much to do in Moscow Flyer last time; step up in trip should suit; outside place claims in very hot contest

Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 1m 4f and 2m on yielding and heavy ground. Beaten 3l by Salvator Mundi when second of 6 at 7-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 hurdle race in the Group 2 Sky Bet Club Moscow Flyer Novice Hurdle at Punchestown over 2m 1f (soft) in January.

Maiden winner met trouble and was left with too much to do in Moscow Flyer last time; step up in trip should suit; outside place claims in very hot contest

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 2 1 1 50%
Hurdle 2 1 1 50%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 2 1 1 50%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 2 1 1 50%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 1 0 1 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J M P Walsh 2 1 1 50%
T W P Mullins 2 1 1 50%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
6
2-1
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Kiss Will (FR) 55

bay g Tunis - Vita Will (Dom Alco)

Similar Going: 2 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 50%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
5 11-7
 - 

Mr P W Mullins

W P Mullins

French bumper form franked at the top level and justified short odds on hurdle/stable debut; stamina to prove up in trip but likely has more to offer; not entirely dismissed

Won on his latest outing in a maiden hurdle race when 4-11fav at Fairyhouse over 2m (soft) in January, beating Costacurta by 13l.

French bumper form franked at the top level and justified short odds on hurdle/stable debut; stamina to prove up in trip but likely has more to offer; not entirely dismissed

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 1 1 0 100%
Hurdle 1 1 0 100%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 2 1 1 50%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 2 1 1 50%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 0 0 0 -
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Mr P W Mullins 0 0 0 -
T W P Mullins 1 1 0 100%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
7
1-11112
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Potters Charm (IRE) 46

b g Valirann - Autumn In New York (Shantou)

Course and Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
CD has a 50% or better record at this course and distance

Course: 3 runs, 2 wins, 1 place, 66.67%
C has a 50% or better record at this course

Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 5 runs, 4 wins, 1 place, 80%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
Class: 3 runs, 2 wins, 1 place, 66.67%
Cl has a 50% or better record in this class
Cl
Was beaten favourite last time out
BF
6 11-7 t1
145

Sam Twiston-Davies

N A Twiston-Davies

Graded winner here in autumn and followed up in Formby next time; race came too soon here next time but work to do to reverse form with Sixmilebridge

Winner of four hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 9l by Sixmilebridge when second of 7 at 8-15fav on his latest outing in a Grade 2 hurdle race here over 2m 4f (soft) in January. Has won 3 times this season.

Graded winner here in autumn and followed up in Formby next time; race came too soon here next time but work to do to reverse form with Sixmilebridge

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 5 4 1 80%
Hurdle 5 4 1 80%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 1 1 0 100%
C Course 3 2 1 66.7%
D Distance 1 1 0 100%
G Similar Going 5 4 1 80%
Headgear
Today (T only) 0 0 0 -
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 3 2 1 66.7%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Sam Twiston-Davies 6 5 1 83.3%
T N A Twiston-Davies 6 5 1 83.3%
BF Was beaten favourite last time out
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
8
10-2111
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Sixmilebridge (IRE) 46

b g Affinisea - Luck Or Logic (Haatef)

Course: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
C has a 50% or better record at this course
C
Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 5 runs, 3 wins, 1 place, 60%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
Tongue Strap: 4 runs, 3 wins, 1 place, 75%
HG has a 50% or better record wearing a tongue strap
HG
Class: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
Cl has a 50% or better record in this class
Cl
6 11-7 t
142

Kielan Woods

F O'Brien

Hugely progressive and showed willing attitude after an aggressive ride when beating Potters Charm here last time; step up in trip should suit; each way player

He has won three hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. A winner at 9-1 in a Grade 2 hurdle race here over 2m 4f (soft) on his latest outing in January, beating Potters Charm by 9l. Has won 3 times this season.

Hugely progressive and showed willing attitude after an aggressive ride when beating Potters Charm here last time; step up in trip should suit; each way player

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 4 3 1 75%
Hurdle 4 3 1 75%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
C Course 2 1 0 50%
D Distance 1 1 0 100%
G Similar Going 5 3 1 60%
Headgear
HG Today (T only) 4 3 1 75%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 2 1 0 50%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Kielan Woods 5 3 1 60%
T F O'Brien 4 3 1 75%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
9
72/7-12P
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Supersundae (FR) 39

b g Authorized - Distinctive Look (Danehill)

Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 5 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 20%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 3 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
6 11-7 h
143

D E Mullins

W P Mullins

Inconsistent since moving from France; found 2m too sharp in last year's Supreme; that form has worked out terribly this term; placed at top level this term but stopped quickly last time; opposed

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m 5f on yielding ground. Pulled up having jumped the last when 4-1 in the Group 1 Nathaniel Lacy Final Demand Partners Solicitors Novice Hurdle at Leopardstown over 2m 6f (soft) in a Grade 1 hurdle race won by Final Demand last month on his latest outing.

Inconsistent since moving from France; found 2m too sharp in last year's Supreme; that form has worked out terribly this term; placed at top level this term but stopped quickly last time; opposed

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 6 1 2 16.7%
Hurdle 6 1 2 16.7%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 1 0 0 0%
D Distance 1 1 0 100%
G Similar Going 5 1 1 20%
Headgear
Today (H only) 0 0 0 -
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 3 0 1 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J D E Mullins 0 0 0 -
T W P Mullins 4 1 1 25%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
10
1-111
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The New Lion 74

b g Kayf Tara - Raitera (Astarabad)

Distance: 2 runs, 2 wins, 0 places, 100%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 4 runs, 4 wins, 0 places, 100%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
Class: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
Cl has a 50% or better record in this class
Cl
6 11-7
147

Harry Skelton

Dan Skelton

Unbeaten under rules and never came off the Bridle when winning Challow last time; recent winners of that have poor record in this but likely has more to offer with previous form franked; drying ground a plus; big player

He has won three hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m 1f to 2m 4f on good to soft and soft ground. A winner at 9-4 in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 Coral Challow Novices' Hurdle at Newbury over 2m 4f (good to soft) on his latest outing in December last year, beating Wendigo by 5l. Has won 3 times this season.

Unbeaten under rules and never came off the Bridle when winning Challow last time; recent winners of that have poor record in this but likely has more to offer with previous form franked; drying ground a plus; big player

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 3 3 0 100%
Hurdle 3 3 0 100%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 2 2 0 100%
G Similar Going 4 4 0 100%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 4 4 0 100%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 1 1 0 100%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Harry Skelton 4 4 0 100%
T Dan Skelton 4 4 0 100%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
11
6-21111
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The Yellow Clay (IRE) 66

b g Yeats - Winning Indian (Indian Danehill)

Similar Going: 9 runs, 6 wins, 1 place, 66.67%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
Class: 7 runs, 4 wins, 1 place, 57.14%
Cl has a 50% or better record in this class
Cl
6 11-7
149

J W Kennedy

G Elliott

Consistent unbeaten hurdler has been holding high company all year; relished stiff test in Lawlor's Of Naas last time suggesting this longer trip should suit; will be finishing well up the hill and will go close

Winner of four hurdle races and two NH flat races from 2m to 2m 6f on ground varying from good - yielding to yielding. A winner at 11-4 in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 Lawlor's Of Naas Novice Hurdle at Naas over 2m 4f (soft) on his latest outing in January, beating Supersundae by 8l.

Consistent unbeaten hurdler has been holding high company all year; relished stiff test in Lawlor's Of Naas last time suggesting this longer trip should suit; will be finishing well up the hill and will go close

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 4 4 0 100%
Hurdle 4 4 0 100%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 1 0 0 0%
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 9 6 1 66.7%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 9 6 1 66.7%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 7 4 1 57.1%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J J W Kennedy 1 1 0 100%
T G Elliott 9 6 1 66.7%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record

2024: (7 ran) Ballyburn , Age 6 , Wgt 11-7 , SP 1/2 - P Townend / W P Mullins

Forecast: 6/4 Final Demand , 7/4 The New Lion , 5/1 The Yellow Clay , 14/1 Potters Charm , 16/1 Sixmilebridge , 25/1 Kaid D'authie , 25/1 Kiss Will , 33/1 Kel Histoire , 33/1 Kappa Jy Pyke , 50/1 Supersundae , 100/1 Forty Coats

Last Updated: 23 Sep 2025 01:14:06

THE YELLOW CLAY, who was sixth in the Champion bumper here 12 months ago before finishing as the runner-up in the Punchestown equivalent last May, has flourished over hurdles and is an attractive proposition bidding to maintain his unbeaten status in this discipline. The son of Yeats travelled stylishly when recording a Grade 1 success at Naas in January and should be spot on for his Festival return. Final Demand and The New Lion have also yet to taste defeat and are serious players. The former could hardly have been more impressive when bridging the gap from winning a Limerick maiden to score readily in the top-tier at Leopardstown last month. He rates the pick of Willie Mullin's sextet as the trainer bids for a fourth consecutive winner of this race. The latter simply seems to be getting better with each run and is the most striking contender for the home-trained team, although Potters Charm and Sixmilebridge have live each-way chances.

Top Tip: The Yellow Clay (11)
Watch out for: Final Demand (1)

2

14:00 Cheltenham (Class 1) (5YO plus)

Brown Advisory Novices' Chase (Grade 1) (Registered As The Broadway Novices' Chase) (GBB Race)

3m 110y

Winner £112,540 - 7 ran

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No.
Form
Horse
Age / Wt / OR
Jockey / Trainer
Form Snapshot
1
11-1121
i

Ballyburn (IRE) 38

b g Flemensfirth - Old Moon (Old Vic)

Cheltenham Festival: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
CF has a 50% or better record at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
C has a 50% or better record at this course
C
Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 10 runs, 8 wins, 1 place, 80%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
Class: 6 runs, 4 wins, 1 place, 66.67%
Cl has a 50% or better record in this class
Cl
7 11-7
160

P Townend

W P Mullins

Has won four hurdle races, two NH flat races, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good - yielding to soft - heavy. Won on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase when 8-13fav in the Group 1 Ladbrokes Novice Chase at Leopardstown over 2m 5f (yielding) last month, beating Croke Park by 5l.

Has won four hurdle races, two NH flat races, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good - yielding to soft - heavy. Won on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase when 8-13fav in the Group 1 Ladbrokes Novice Chase at Leopardstown over 2m 5f (yielding) last month, beating Croke Park by 5l.

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 8 6 1 75%
Chase 3 2 0 66.7%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
C Course 1 1 0 100%
D Distance 1 1 0 100%
G Similar Going 10 8 1 80%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 11 9 1 81.8%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 6 4 1 66.7%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J P Townend 8 6 1 75%
T W P Mullins 10 8 1 80%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
2
21-3121
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Better Days Ahead (IRE) 31

b g Milan - Bonnie And Bright (Topanoora)

Cheltenham Festival: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
CF has a 50% or better record at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
C has a 50% or better record at this course
C
Distance: 4 runs, 2 wins, 0 places, 50%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 10 runs, 4 wins, 1 place, 40%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Tongue Strap: 9 runs, 4 wins, 1 place, 44.44%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap
HG
Class: 5 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 20%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
Was beaten favourite last time out
BF
7 11-7 t
152

J W Kennedy

G Elliott

Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Won on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase when 1-2fav in the Group 2 William Hill Best Odds Guaranteed Novice Chase at Navan over 3m (soft - heavy) last month, beating Stellar Story by a neck.

Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Won on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase when 1-2fav in the Group 2 William Hill Best Odds Guaranteed Novice Chase at Navan over 3m (soft - heavy) last month, beating Stellar Story by a neck.

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 9 4 1 44.4%
Chase 3 2 0 66.7%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
C Course 2 1 0 50%
D Distance 4 2 0 50%
G Similar Going 10 4 1 40%
Headgear
HG Today (T only) 9 4 1 44.4%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 5 1 0 20%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J J W Kennedy 4 2 1 50%
T G Elliott 12 5 1 41.7%
BF Was beaten favourite last time out
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
3
131-111
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Dancing City (FR) 45

ch g Feel Like Dancing - Solitaire City (Loup Solitaire)

Cheltenham Festival: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CF has previously placed at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course and Distance: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CD has previously placed at this course and distance

Course: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
C has previously placed at this course

Distance: 3 runs, 2 wins, 1 place, 66.67%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 8 runs, 6 wins, 1 place, 75%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
Class: 5 runs, 4 wins, 1 place, 80%
Cl has a 50% or better record in this class
Cl
8 11-7
152

D E Mullins

W P Mullins

Has won four hurdle races, a NH flat race, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m 1f on ground varying from good - yielding to soft - heavy. Won on his latest outing in a Grade 3 chase when 8-11fav in the Group 3 Finlay Ford At Naas Novice Chase at Naas over 3m 1f (heavy) in January, beating Bioluminescence by 3 1/2l.

Has won four hurdle races, a NH flat race, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m 1f on ground varying from good - yielding to soft - heavy. Won on his latest outing in a Grade 3 chase when 8-11fav in the Group 3 Finlay Ford At Naas Novice Chase at Naas over 3m 1f (heavy) in January, beating Bioluminescence by 3 1/2l.

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 8 6 1 75%
Chase 2 2 0 100%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 1 0 1 0%
C Course 1 0 1 0%
D Distance 3 2 1 66.7%
G Similar Going 8 6 1 75%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 12 8 3 66.7%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 5 4 1 80%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J D E Mullins 3 2 1 66.7%
T W P Mullins 11 7 3 63.6%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
4
101F14
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Gorgeous Tom (IRE) 101

b g Champs Elysees - Cappa Or (Oscar)

Distance: 2 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
D has previously placed at this distance
D
Similar Going: 8 runs, 4 wins, 0 places, 50%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
Class: 4 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 25%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
7 11-7
149

D J O'Keeffe

H De Bromhead

He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Finished 1l behind Croke Park when fourth of 5 at 6-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Bar One Racing Drinmore Novice Chase at Fairyhouse over 2m 4f (yielding) in December last year.

He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Finished 1l behind Croke Park when fourth of 5 at 6-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Bar One Racing Drinmore Novice Chase at Fairyhouse over 2m 4f (yielding) in December last year.

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 10 4 2 40%
Chase 4 2 0 50%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 2 0 1 0%
G Similar Going 8 4 0 50%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 12 4 3 33.3%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 4 1 0 25%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J D J O'Keeffe 9 4 2 44.4%
T H De Bromhead 10 4 2 40%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
5
235-511
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Lecky Watson (IRE) 59

ch g Valirann - Anno Whyte (Stowaway)

Similar Going: 10 runs, 4 wins, 2 places, 40%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 6 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 16.67%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
7 11-7
152

S F O'Keeffe

W P Mullins

He has won a hurdle race and two chases from 2m 3f to 2m 7f on soft and yielding ground. Won on his latest outing in a Grade 3 chase when 5-4fav in the Group 3 Sky Bet, For The Fans Novice Chase at Punchestown over 2m 3f (soft) in January, beating Down Memory Lane by 8l.

He has won a hurdle race and two chases from 2m 3f to 2m 7f on soft and yielding ground. Won on his latest outing in a Grade 3 chase when 5-4fav in the Group 3 Sky Bet, For The Fans Novice Chase at Punchestown over 2m 3f (soft) in January, beating Down Memory Lane by 8l.

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 7 3 1 42.9%
Chase 2 2 0 100%
Conditions
Course and Distance 1 0 0 0%
Course 2 0 0 0%
Distance 2 0 0 0%
G Similar Going 10 4 2 40%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 10 4 3 40%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 6 1 1 16.7%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J S F O'Keeffe 0 0 0 -
T W P Mullins 12 4 3 33.3%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
6
1131-31
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Quai De Bourbon (FR) 48

b g Ivanhowe - Liberalis (Muhtathir)

Cheltenham Festival: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CF has previously placed at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
C has previously placed at this course
C
Similar Going: 5 runs, 3 wins, 0 places, 60%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
Was beaten favourite last time out
BF
6 11-7
150

Mr P W Mullins

W P Mullins

He has won three hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 5-6fav at Gowran Park over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) in January, beating Chapeau De Soleil by 1/2l.

He has won three hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 5-6fav at Gowran Park over 2m 4f (soft - heavy) in January, beating Chapeau De Soleil by 1/2l.

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 8 4 1 50%
Chase 2 1 0 50%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
C Course 1 0 1 0%
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 5 3 0 60%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 7 4 1 57.1%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 0 0 0 -
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Mr P W Mullins 0 0 0 -
T W P Mullins 6 4 1 66.7%
BF Was beaten favourite last time out
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
7
41-4142
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Stellar Story (IRE) 31

b g Shantou - Bally Bolshoi (Bob Back)

Cheltenham Festival: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
CF has a 50% or better record at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course and Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
CD has a 50% or better record at this course and distance

Course: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
C has a 50% or better record at this course

Distance: 7 runs, 3 wins, 1 place, 42.86%
D has previously won at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 10 runs, 4 wins, 2 places, 40%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Cheek Pieces: 6 runs, 2 wins, 1 place, 33.33%
HG has previously won wearing cheek pieces
HG
Class: 8 runs, 2 wins, 2 places, 25%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
8 11-7 p
151

D J Gilligan

G Elliott

Winner of two hurdle races, two NH flat races, a chase and a point-to-point from 1m 7f to 3m on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Beaten a neck by Better Days Ahead when second of 5 at 13-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 William Hill Best Odds Guaranteed Novice Chase at Navan over 3m (soft - heavy) last month.

Winner of two hurdle races, two NH flat races, a chase and a point-to-point from 1m 7f to 3m on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. Beaten a neck by Better Days Ahead when second of 5 at 13-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 William Hill Best Odds Guaranteed Novice Chase at Navan over 3m (soft - heavy) last month.

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 9 3 2 33.3%
Chase 3 1 1 33.3%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 1 1 0 100%
C Course 1 1 0 100%
D Distance 7 3 1 42.9%
G Similar Going 10 4 2 40%
Headgear
HG Today (P only) 6 2 1 33.3%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 8 2 2 25%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J D J Gilligan 1 0 1 0%
T G Elliott 12 5 2 41.7%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record

2024: (6 ran) Fact To File , Age 7 , Wgt 11-7 , SP 8/13 - M P Walsh / W P Mullins

Forecast: 10/11 Ballyburn , 4/1 Dancing City , 6/1 Better Days Ahead , 10/1 Gorgeous Tom , 12/1 Stellar Story , 14/1 Lecky Watson , 20/1 Quai De Bourbon

Last Updated: 18 Mar 2025 12:26:00

With no English challengers going to post for this year's renewal, the Irish raider who makes the most appeal is BALLYBURN, who is one of four contenders for the Willie Mullins yard. The son of Flemensfirth romped home in the Gallagher at last year's Festival and has progressed with each of his three starts over fences this campaign. His best effort came last month when giving a five-length beating to Croke Park, who came into that Leopardstown contest seeking a hat-trick at the top level. The seven-year-old looks to have been perfectly primed for this assignment and he can give his trainer back-to-back successes in this race. His stablemate Dancing City is no slouch, as he secured three Grade 1 wins over the smaller obstacles last year and is unbeaten in two outings over fences. The son of Feel Like Dancing could have lots more to offer, so he has to be respected, along with Better Days Ahead.

Top Tip: Ballyburn (1)
Watch out for: Dancing City (3)

3

14:40 Cheltenham (Class 1) (4YO plus)

Coral Cup Handicap Hurdle (Premier Handicap) (GBB Race)

2m 5f

Winner £61,897 - 26 ran

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Maxxum (IRE) 31

b g Westerner - Anshan Bay (Anshan)

Distance: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
D has previously placed at this distance
D
Similar Going: 23 runs, 7 wins, 2 places, 30.43%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 11 runs, 3 wins, 1 place, 27.27%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
8 11-9
153

James Smith (5)

G Elliott

Relished stiff test when posting career best in Boyne Hurdle last time; that form franked by runner up; holds no secrets from handicapper but place claims off top weight

Winner of six hurdle races and a chase from 2m 2f to 3m on ground varying from good - yielding to soft - heavy. A winner at 4-1 in a Grade 2 hurdle race in the Group 2 William Hill Top Price Guarantee Boyne Hurdle at Navan over 2m 6f (soft - heavy) on his latest outing last month, beating Thedevilscoachman by 4l.

Relished stiff test when posting career best in Boyne Hurdle last time; that form franked by runner up; holds no secrets from handicapper but place claims off top weight

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 26 7 2 26.9%
Hurdle 23 6 2 26.1%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 1 0 0 0%
D Distance 1 0 1 0%
G Similar Going 23 7 2 30.4%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 26 7 2 26.9%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 11 3 1 27.3%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J James Smith 0 0 0 -
T G Elliott 19 6 2 31.6%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
2
13327-1
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Ballyadam (IRE) 71

b g Fame And Glory - Grass Tips (Bob Back)

Cheltenham Festival: 4 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
CF has previously placed at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course and Distance: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CD has previously placed at this course and distance

Course: 5 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
C has previously placed at this course

Distance: 2 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
D has previously placed at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 22 runs, 5 wins, 7 places, 22.73%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Tongue Strap: 13 runs, 2 wins, 4 places, 15.38%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap
HG
Class: 12 runs, 1 win, 4 places, 8.33%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
10 11-12 t
151 2

Rachael Blackmore

H De Bromhead

Fine course/festival record including when runner up to handicap blot in this last year off 4lb lower; proved wellbeing with game win on reappearance; good record fresh; should be bang there once more

Winner of three hurdle races, a NH flat race, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good - yielding to yielding. A winner at 7-2 in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 3f (soft) on his latest outing in December last year, beating Saint Sam by 1/2l.

Fine course/festival record including when runner up to handicap blot in this last year off 4lb lower; proved wellbeing with game win on reappearance; good record fresh; should be bang there once more

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 22 4 7 18.2%
Hurdle 17 3 4 17.7%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 1 0 1 0%
C Course 5 0 2 0%
D Distance 2 0 1 0%
G Similar Going 22 5 7 22.7%
Headgear
HG Today (T only) 13 2 4 15.4%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 12 1 4 8.3%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Rachael Blackmore 13 2 5 15.4%
T H De Bromhead 18 2 6 11.1%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
3
10-1237
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Eagle Fang (IRE) 81

b g Free Eagle - Scatina (Samum)

Similar Going: 8 runs, 1 win, 3 places, 12.5%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 5 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
5 11-3
147 6

Oakley Brown (5)

W Durkan

Steadily progressive in Ireland on varying ground; failed to stay 3m when last seen in Long Walk; looks on stiff enough mark and still has stamina to prove for this trip

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m on soft and heavy ground. Beaten 9l behind Crambo at 40-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 Howden Long Walk Hurdle at Ascot over 3m (good to soft) in December last year.

Steadily progressive in Ireland on varying ground; failed to stay 3m when last seen in Long Walk; looks on stiff enough mark and still has stamina to prove for this trip

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 10 2 4 20%
Hurdle 10 2 4 20%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 1 0 0 0%
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 8 1 3 12.5%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 10 2 4 20%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 5 0 2 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Oakley Brown 1 0 0 0%
T W Durkan 10 2 4 20%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
4
24-4244
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Sandor Clegane (IRE) 48

b g Fame And Glory - Betty Roe (Vinnie Roe)

Cheltenham Festival: 2 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CF has previously placed at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course: 2 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
C has previously placed at this course
C
Similar Going: 16 runs, 3 wins, 6 places, 18.75%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 10 runs, 0 wins, 4 places, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
8 11-8 t b
147

S F O'Keeffe

P Nolan

Placed in 2023 Albert Bartlett and has proven all his ability remains at Graded level this term; fair mark on that and drop in trip a plus; finishing efforts a concern given stiff hill

He has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 2m 6f on yielding and yielding - soft ground. Finished 3l behind Rocky's Diamond when fourth of 9 at 11-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 hurdle race in the Group 2 John Mulhern Galmoy Hurdle at Gowran Park over 3m (soft - heavy) in January.

Placed in 2023 Albert Bartlett and has proven all his ability remains at Graded level this term; fair mark on that and drop in trip a plus; finishing efforts a concern given stiff hill

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 13 2 4 15.4%
Hurdle 8 2 3 25%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
C Course 2 0 1 0%
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 16 3 6 18.8%
Headgear
Today (T & B) 2 0 0 0%
Blinkers 2 0 0 0%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 10 0 4 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J S F O'Keeffe 13 2 4 15.4%
T P Nolan 17 3 6 17.7%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
5
25-3232
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Colonel Mustard (FR) 92

ch g Makfi - Waldblume (Halling)

Cheltenham Festival: 2 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CF has previously placed at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course: 2 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
C has previously placed at this course
C
Similar Going: 21 runs, 2 wins, 12 places, 9.52%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 13 runs, 0 wins, 7 places, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
Current Handicap: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Hcp has previously placed at or above this handicap
Hcp
Was beaten favourite last time out
BF
10 11-2
146

Tiernan Power Roche (5)

L Fowler

Consistent but frustrating type often throws races away or consents to run on once the contest is over; back from break; big stamina concerns up in trip; outsider

Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m on soft ground, but last win was over three years ago. Beaten 4l by Kitzbuhel when second of 8 at 6-4fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Punchestown over 2m 1f (good - yielding) in December last year.

Consistent but frustrating type often throws races away or consents to run on once the contest is over; back from break; big stamina concerns up in trip; outsider

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 22 1 12 4.6%
Hurdle 18 1 10 5.6%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
C Course 2 0 1 0%
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 21 2 12 9.5%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 19 2 13 10.5%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 13 0 7 0%
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 1 0 1 0%
Connections
J Tiernan Power Roche 0 0 0 -
T L Fowler 24 2 13 8.3%
BF Was beaten favourite last time out
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
6
2/2124-5
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Jimmy Du Seuil (FR) 313

b g Galiway - Tulipe Du Seuil (Equerry)

Cheltenham Festival: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CF has previously placed at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course and Distance: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CD has previously placed at this course and distance

Course: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
C has previously placed at this course

Distance: 2 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
D has previously placed at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 6 runs, 0 wins, 3 places, 0%
G has previously placed on similar going
G
Class: 3 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
6 11-7
146 1

D E Mullins

W P Mullins

Highly tried as a novice last spring; fair mark on best of that form but long absence a concern despite top yard; others appeal more

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on heavy ground. Well beaten at 40-1 behind Ballyburn when fifth of 6 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 Alanna Homes Champion Novice Hurdle at Punchestown over 2m 5f (yielding) in May last year.

Highly tried as a novice last spring; fair mark on best of that form but long absence a concern despite top yard; others appeal more

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 5 1 2 20%
Hurdle 5 1 2 20%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 1 0 1 0%
C Course 1 0 1 0%
D Distance 2 0 1 0%
G Similar Going 6 0 3 0%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 7 1 3 14.3%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 3 0 1 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J D E Mullins 0 0 0 -
T W P Mullins 5 1 2 20%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
7
124-210
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Sa Fureur (IRE) 73

b g Walk In The Park - Ma Furie (Balleroy)

Cheltenham Festival: 2 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CF has previously placed at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course: 2 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
C has previously placed at this course
C
Distance: 3 runs, 2 wins, 0 places, 66.67%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 12 runs, 3 wins, 5 places, 25%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 5 runs, 2 wins, 1 place, 40%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
Current Handicap: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Hcp has previously placed at or above this handicap
Hcp
Was beaten favourite last time out
BF
8 11-6
145 11

J W Kennedy

G Elliott

Went off fav for this in 2023 but met trouble; took Foxrock over fences off 2lb lower this term; given break after disappointing on hurdles return; stable first string on jockey bookings; outside chance

Winner of three hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to heavy. Well beaten at 5-1fav behind Al Gasparo when 18th of 20 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Leopardstown over 2m 4f (good - yielding) in December last year.

Went off fav for this in 2023 but met trouble; took Foxrock over fences off 2lb lower this term; given break after disappointing on hurdles return; stable first string on jockey bookings; outside chance

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 12 5 4 41.7%
Hurdle 7 3 2 42.9%
Conditions
Course and Distance 1 0 0 0%
C Course 2 0 1 0%
D Distance 3 2 0 66.7%
G Similar Going 12 3 5 25%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 12 5 4 41.7%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 5 2 1 40%
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 1 0 1 0%
Connections
J J W Kennedy 4 1 3 25%
T G Elliott 14 5 5 35.7%
BF Was beaten favourite last time out
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
8
513724
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Beacon Edge (IRE) 25

b g Doyen - Laurel Gift (Presenting)

Distance: 8 runs, 2 wins, 3 places, 25%
D has previously won at this distance
D
Similar Going: 36 runs, 8 wins, 7 places, 22.22%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Current Headgear: 4 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
HG has previously placed wearing only blinkers

Blinkers: 5 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
HG has previously placed wearing blinkers
HG
Class: 33 runs, 4 wins, 7 places, 12.12%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
11 11-6 b
145 2

D J Gilligan

G Elliott

Veteran was far from disgraced in 2024 Pertemps off 1lb higher last year; consistent this term including West Yorkshire Hurdle win; drop in trip should suit but slight enthusiasm concerns

Has won seven hurdle races, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Finished 14l behind Kitzbuhel when fourth of 6 at 20-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 3 hurdle race in the Group 3 Red Mills Trial Hurdle at Gowran Park over 2m (soft) last month. Has won at Wetherby and Ballinrobe this season.

Veteran was far from disgraced in 2024 Pertemps off 1lb higher last year; consistent this term including West Yorkshire Hurdle win; drop in trip should suit but slight enthusiasm concerns

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 39 8 8 20.5%
Hurdle 32 7 7 21.9%
Conditions
Course and Distance 2 0 0 0%
Course 5 0 0 0%
D Distance 8 2 3 25%
G Similar Going 36 8 7 22.2%
Headgear
HG Today (B only) 4 0 1 0%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 33 4 7 12.1%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 3 0 0 0%
Connections
J D J Gilligan 6 1 1 16.7%
T G Elliott 16 3 4 18.8%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
9
153101
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Al Gasparo (FR) 73

b g Al Namix - Brune Virginia (Nickname)

Similar Going: 8 runs, 3 wins, 2 places, 37.5%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Tongue Strap: 11 runs, 3 wins, 3 places, 27.27%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap
HG
Class: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
Cl has a 50% or better record in this class
Cl
6 11-5 t
144 5

K M Donoghue

G P Cromwell

Progressive and given fine ride when taking Listed race from the front last time; kept fresh since but stamina to prove up in trip and mark on the high side

He has won three hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m 1f to 3m on good - yielding and yielding ground. A winner at 20-1 in a hurdle race at Leopardstown over 2m 4f (good - yielding) on his latest outing in December last year, beating Park Of Kings by 1/2l.

Progressive and given fine ride when taking Listed race from the front last time; kept fresh since but stamina to prove up in trip and mark on the high side

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 10 3 3 30%
Hurdle 10 3 3 30%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 1 0 0 0%
Distance 1 0 0 0%
G Similar Going 8 3 2 37.5%
Headgear
HG Today (T only) 11 3 3 27.3%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 2 1 0 50%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J K M Donoghue 5 2 1 40%
T G P Cromwell 8 3 2 37.5%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
10
2-P2650
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Staffordshire Knot (IRE) 48

b g Shantou - Ned's Joy (Oscar)

Distance: 3 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
D has previously placed at this distance
D
Similar Going: 9 runs, 1 win, 4 places, 11.11%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 3 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
7 11-4 b1
143 3

Sam Ewing

G Elliott

Placed behind superstar stablemate in Mersey Novices' Hurdle last year but hasn't progressed this term; blinkers reached for; may find this inadequate test back down in trip

Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 1f on soft and heavy ground. Well beaten at 7-1 behind Super Survivor when last of 10 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Huntingdon over 3m 1f (soft) in January.

Placed behind superstar stablemate in Mersey Novices' Hurdle last year but hasn't progressed this term; blinkers reached for; may find this inadequate test back down in trip

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 9 1 4 11.1%
Hurdle 7 1 3 14.3%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 3 0 2 0%
G Similar Going 9 1 4 11.1%
Headgear
Today (B only) 0 0 0 -
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 3 0 2 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 1 0 0 0%
Connections
J Sam Ewing 3 0 2 0%
T G Elliott 10 2 4 20%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
11
2/1123-1
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Impose Toi (FR) 102

b g It's Gino - Saraska D'airy (Ungaro)

Course: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
C has a 50% or better record at this course
C
Distance: 4 runs, 2 wins, 2 places, 50%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 8 runs, 4 wins, 4 places, 50%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
Class: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
7 11-2 p1
141

N de Boinville

N J Henderson

Steadily progressive course winner returned from long absence in fine form this autumn; well regarded by stable; may have more to offer in first time cheekpieces; each way claims

Winner of four hurdle races and two NH flat races from 1m 4f to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 4-1 in a hurdle race at Newbury over 2m 4f (good to soft) on his latest outing in November last year, beating Guard The Moon by 1 1/4l.

Steadily progressive course winner returned from long absence in fine form this autumn; well regarded by stable; may have more to offer in first time cheekpieces; each way claims

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 8 4 4 50%
Hurdle 8 4 4 50%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
C Course 1 1 0 100%
D Distance 4 2 2 50%
G Similar Going 8 4 4 50%
Headgear
Today (P only) 0 0 0 -
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 1 0 1 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J N de Boinville 4 3 1 75%
T N J Henderson 8 4 4 50%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
12
1-4102
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Beckett Rock (IRE) 18

b g Kayf Tara - Ladysingstheblues (Robin Des Champs)

Similar Going: 4 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 25%
G has previously won on similar going
G
6 11-1
140 2

D J O'Keeffe

H De Bromhead

Unexposed and given far too much to do when runner up in good handicap last time off 5lb lower; longer trip should suit but doesn't look stable first string

Successful in two hurdle races at 2m and 2m 1f on soft and heavy ground. Beaten 2 1/2l by Barry Lyndon when second of 16 at 20-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Fairyhouse over 2m 4f (soft) last month.

Unexposed and given far too much to do when runner up in good handicap last time off 5lb lower; longer trip should suit but doesn't look stable first string

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 5 2 1 40%
Hurdle 5 2 1 40%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 4 1 1 25%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 5 2 1 40%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 1 0 0 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J D J O'Keeffe 1 0 0 0%
T H De Bromhead 5 2 1 40%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
13
147-92
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Bunting (FR) 56

b g Bathyrhon - That's Crazy (Lord Shanakill)

Similar Going: 6 runs, 2 wins, 1 place, 33.33%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Was beaten favourite last time out
BF
5 11-0
139 4

P Townend

W P Mullins

Consistent since move from France; held in Triumph last year but remains unexposed; has run of race last time; longer trip should suit; heavily backed recently for shrewd owners; mark doesn't look overly generous

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on soft - heavy ground. Beaten 3/4l by Beckett Rock when second of 5 at 5-6fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Clonmel over 2m 1f (soft) in January.

Consistent since move from France; held in Triumph last year but remains unexposed; has run of race last time; longer trip should suit; heavily backed recently for shrewd owners; mark doesn't look overly generous

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 5 1 1 20%
Hurdle 5 1 1 20%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 1 0 0 0%
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 6 2 1 33.3%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 7 2 1 28.6%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 3 0 0 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J P Townend 1 0 1 0%
T W P Mullins 6 1 1 16.7%
BF Was beaten favourite last time out
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
14
F17-819
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King Alexander (IRE) 39

b g Mount Nelson - Pale Face (High Chaparral)

Similar Going: 12 runs, 5 wins, 1 place, 41.67%
G has previously won on similar going
G
7 10-12
137 4

B Hayes

W P Mullins

Landed gamble on stable debut and far from disgraced on ground softer than ideal next time; drop in trip a positive but holds no secrets from the handicapper

Winner of four hurdle races and a NH flat race from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to yielding - soft. Beaten 15l behind Perceval Legallois at 28-1 when 9th of 25 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Leopardstown over 3m (soft) last month.

Landed gamble on stable debut and far from disgraced on ground softer than ideal next time; drop in trip a positive but holds no secrets from the handicapper

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 11 4 1 36.4%
Hurdle 11 4 1 36.4%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
Distance 3 0 0 0%
G Similar Going 12 5 1 41.7%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 12 5 1 41.7%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 1 0 0 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J B Hayes 0 0 0 -
T W P Mullins 2 1 0 50%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
15
0-77633
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Comfort Zone (IRE) 73

b g Churchill - Iveagh Gardens (Mastercraftsman)

Course: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
C has a 50% or better record at this course
C
Similar Going: 19 runs, 5 wins, 7 places, 26.32%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Blinkers: 3 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 33.33%
HG has previously won wearing blinkers
HG
Class: 7 runs, 2 wins, 3 places, 28.57%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
6 10-12 b
137 4

M P Walsh

J P O'Brien

Graded winner here as a juvenile and has held form well in both codes of late; behind Al Gasparo when last seen but unexposed at this longer trip; well backed of late; the choice of Walsh; player

He has won three hurdle races from 2m to 2m 1f on soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Third of 20 behind Al Gasparo beaten 3 1/2l at 6-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Leopardstown over 2m 4f (good - yielding) in December last year.

Graded winner here as a juvenile and has held form well in both codes of late; behind Al Gasparo when last seen but unexposed at this longer trip; well backed of late; the choice of Walsh; player

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 10 3 3 30%
Hurdle 10 3 3 30%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
C Course 1 1 0 100%
Distance 1 0 0 0%
G Similar Going 19 5 7 26.3%
Headgear
HG Today (B only) 3 1 1 33.3%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 7 2 3 28.6%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J M P Walsh 0 0 0 -
T J P O'Brien 20 5 7 25%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
16
06-6164
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Might I (IRE) 53

b g Fame And Glory - Our Honey (Old Vic)

Cheltenham Festival: 2 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CF has previously placed at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course: 4 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
C has previously placed at this course
C
Similar Going: 16 runs, 3 wins, 4 places, 18.75%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Current Headgear: 4 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 25%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap and cheek pieces

Tongue Strap: 10 runs, 2 wins, 1 place, 20%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap

Cheek Pieces: 4 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 25%
HG has previously won wearing cheek pieces
HG
Class: 7 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
Current Handicap: 8 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
Hcp has previously placed at or above this handicap
Hcp
9 10-12 t p
137

S Bowen

H Fry

Placed in strong Martin Pipe in 2023 but let down by jumping in this last year; often flatters to deceive; good jockey booking but others better treated

He has won two hurdle races, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Finished 8l behind Aurigny Mill when fourth of 7 at 11-4 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Taunton over 2m 3f (good to soft) in January.

Placed in strong Martin Pipe in 2023 but let down by jumping in this last year; often flatters to deceive; good jockey booking but others better treated

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 17 3 4 17.7%
Hurdle 14 2 4 14.3%
Conditions
Course and Distance 1 0 0 0%
C Course 4 0 2 0%
Distance 2 0 0 0%
G Similar Going 16 3 4 18.8%
Headgear
HG Today (T & P) 4 1 0 25%
HG Cheek Pieces 4 1 0 25%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 7 0 1 0%
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 8 0 2 0%
Connections
J S Bowen 3 0 1 0%
T H Fry 19 4 4 21.1%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
17
1222-23
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Be Aware (FR) 81

gr g Martaline - Kendova (Kendor)

Course: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
C has previously placed at this course
C
Distance: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
D has previously placed at this distance
D
Similar Going: 6 runs, 1 win, 5 places, 16.67%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 2 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
Current Handicap: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Hcp has previously placed at or above this handicap
Hcp
6 10-12
137

Harry Skelton

Dan Skelton

Given plenty to do when runner up in Greatwood here earlier in year before meeting trouble when placed next time; yard has won last 2 renewals of this; more to come up in trip; should go well

A winner of a hurdle race at 2m on good to soft ground. Third of 12 behind Fiercely Proud beaten 18l at 7-2 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Ascot over 2m (good to soft) in December last year.

Given plenty to do when runner up in Greatwood here earlier in year before meeting trouble when placed next time; yard has won last 2 renewals of this; more to come up in trip; should go well

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 6 1 5 16.7%
Hurdle 6 1 5 16.7%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
C Course 1 0 1 0%
D Distance 1 0 1 0%
G Similar Going 6 1 5 16.7%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 6 1 5 16.7%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 2 0 2 0%
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 1 0 1 0%
Connections
J Harry Skelton 6 1 5 16.7%
T Dan Skelton 6 1 5 16.7%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
18
594-017
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Samui 38

b g Siyouni - Appearance (Galileo)

Similar Going: 16 runs, 5 wins, 3 places, 31.25%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Current Headgear: 4 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 25%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap and cheek pieces

Tongue Strap: 14 runs, 3 wins, 3 places, 21.43%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap

Cheek Pieces: 4 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 25%
HG has previously won wearing cheek pieces
HG
Class: 8 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 12.5%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
6 10-11 t p
136

J C Gainford

G Elliott

Useful dual purpose performer failed to stay 3m when last seen; this short trip and drying ground will help but mark high enough in this discipline

He has won three hurdle races and a NH flat race from 1m 7f to 2m on ground varying from good to yielding. Beaten 18l behind Pyffo at 13-2 when seventh of 11 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Musselburgh over 3m (good to soft) last month.

Useful dual purpose performer failed to stay 3m when last seen; this short trip and drying ground will help but mark high enough in this discipline

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 11 3 2 27.3%
Hurdle 11 3 2 27.3%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 1 0 0 0%
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 16 5 3 31.3%
Headgear
HG Today (T & P) 4 1 0 25%
HG Cheek Pieces 4 1 0 25%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 8 1 0 12.5%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 1 0 0 0%
Connections
J J C Gainford 0 0 0 -
T G Elliott 21 6 5 28.6%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
19
38528P
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Anna Bunina (FR) 18

b m Poet's Voice - Russian Society (Darshaan)

Course: 6 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
C has previously placed at this course
C
Similar Going: 49 runs, 8 wins, 10 places, 16.33%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Current Headgear: 43 runs, 6 wins, 8 places, 13.95%
HG has previously won wearing only a tongue strap

Tongue Strap: 45 runs, 6 wins, 8 places, 13.33%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap
HG
Class: 21 runs, 2 wins, 4 places, 9.52%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
Current Handicap: 13 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
Hcp has previously placed at or above this handicap
Hcp
9 10-11 t
136 7

H Cobden

J C McConnell

Admirable veteran ran well for a long way in 2024 Pertemps before stamina gave way; similar story over 3m last time; very well treated on best form; top jockey booked; could go well at big odds down in trip

Winner of five hurdle races from 2m to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to yielding, but last win was over two years ago. Pulled up 2 out when 25-1 at Chepstow over 3m (soft) in a hurdle race won by J'Ai Froid last month on her latest outing.

Admirable veteran ran well for a long way in 2024 Pertemps before stamina gave way; similar story over 3m last time; very well treated on best form; top jockey booked; could go well at big odds down in trip

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 40 5 8 12.5%
Hurdle 40 5 8 12.5%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
C Course 6 0 1 0%
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 49 8 10 16.3%
Headgear
HG Today (T only) 43 6 8 14%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 21 2 4 9.5%
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 13 0 2 0%
Connections
J H Cobden 0 0 0 -
T J C McConnell 45 6 8 13.3%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
20
115/446
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Lossiemouth 18

b g Makfi - First Bloom (Fusaichi Pegasus)

Similar Going: 11 runs, 5 wins, 0 places, 45.45%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Cheek Pieces: 4 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 25%
HG has previously won wearing cheek pieces
HG
Class: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
Cl has a 50% or better record in this class
Cl
10 10-8 p
133

Stan Sheppard

P Gundry

Former Graded winner has returned from injury in fine form this spring with stamina just giving way late over 3m; this trip more suitable; should remain competitive off fair looking mark

Winner of three hurdle races and two NH flat races from 1m 7f to 2m 6f on good to soft and soft ground, but last win was over three years ago. Finished 11l behind J'Ai Froid when sixth of 13 at 11-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Chepstow over 3m (soft) last month.

Former Graded winner has returned from injury in fine form this spring with stamina just giving way late over 3m; this trip more suitable; should remain competitive off fair looking mark

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 10 3 2 30%
Hurdle 10 3 2 30%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
Distance 1 0 0 0%
G Similar Going 11 5 0 45.5%
Headgear
HG Today (P only) 4 1 0 25%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 2 1 0 50%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 3 0 0 0%
Connections
J Stan Sheppard 5 1 0 20%
T P Gundry 3 0 0 0%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
21
PP-14P0
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Captain Morgs (IRE) 116

b g Milan - Gold Donn (Beneficial)

Course: 7 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 14.29%
C has previously won at this course
C
Distance: 3 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
D has previously placed at this distance
D
Similar Going: 24 runs, 4 wins, 5 places, 16.67%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Cheek Pieces: 11 runs, 2 wins, 1 place, 18.18%
HG has previously won wearing cheek pieces
HG
Current Handicap: 11 runs, 2 wins, 1 place, 18.18%
Hcp has previously won at or above this handicap
Hcp
9 10-8 p
133

Sam Twiston-Davies

N J Henderson

Course winner has been out of form since 2024 spring chase win; drying ground a plus and handicapper relenting but can only be watched at present

He has won three hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 3m 1f on good and soft ground. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Doyen Quest when 10th of 12 on his latest outing in a hurdle race here over 3m (good) in November last year.

Course winner has been out of form since 2024 spring chase win; drying ground a plus and handicapper relenting but can only be watched at present

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 24 4 4 16.7%
Hurdle 18 3 3 16.7%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
C Course 7 1 1 14.3%
D Distance 3 0 1 0%
G Similar Going 24 4 5 16.7%
Headgear
HG Today (P only) 11 2 1 18.2%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 3 0 0 0%
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 11 2 1 18.2%
Connections
J Sam Twiston-Davies 1 0 0 0%
T N J Henderson 25 4 5 16%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
22
111-9PF
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Minella Missile (IRE) 18

b g Beat Hollow - Ella Watson (Supreme Leader)

Course and Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
CD has a 50% or better record at this course and distance

Course: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
C has a 50% or better record at this course

Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 5 runs, 2 wins, 0 places, 40%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
Cl has a 50% or better record in this class
Cl
7 10-8
133

Adam Wedge

Evan Williams

Former Graded winner over this C&D ran well for a long way on reappearance suggesting ability remains; unsuited by trips and easy ground last twice; very interesting back on better ground for shrewd yard

He has won two hurdle races and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m on good and good to soft ground. Fell 2 out when 13-2 at Chepstow over 3m (soft) in a hurdle race won by J'Ai Froid last month on his latest outing.

Former Graded winner over this C&D ran well for a long way on reappearance suggesting ability remains; unsuited by trips and easy ground last twice; very interesting back on better ground for shrewd yard

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 5 2 0 40%
Hurdle 5 2 0 40%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 1 1 0 100%
C Course 1 1 0 100%
D Distance 1 1 0 100%
G Similar Going 5 2 0 40%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 6 2 0 33.3%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 2 1 0 50%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 3 0 0 0%
Connections
J Adam Wedge 5 2 0 40%
T Evan Williams 5 2 0 40%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
23
P24117
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Vischio (IRE) 11

b m Holy Roman Emperor - Drifting Mist (Muhtathir)

Similar Going: 42 runs, 8 wins, 12 places, 19.05%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Current Headgear: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
HG has a 50% or better record wearing a tongue strap and a hood

Tongue Strap: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
HG has a 50% or better record wearing a tongue strap

Hood: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
HG has a 50% or better record wearing a hood
HG
Class: 7 runs, 2 wins, 0 places, 28.57%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
8 10-8 t h
133 4

D Meyler

E Mullins

Landed gamble at Listed level on stable debut before failing to handle track in Morebattle last time; stamina to prove if turned out quickly; risky

Winner of five hurdle races from 1m 7f to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 16l behind Cracking Rhapsody at 6-1 when seventh of 18 on her latest outing in a hurdle race at Kelso over 2m (good to soft) earlier this month.

Landed gamble at Listed level on stable debut before failing to handle track in Morebattle last time; stamina to prove if turned out quickly; risky

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 26 5 9 19.2%
Hurdle 26 5 9 19.2%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 42 8 12 19.1%
Headgear
HG Today (T & H) 2 1 0 50%
HG Hood 2 1 0 50%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 7 2 0 28.6%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 1 0 0 0%
Connections
J D Meyler 0 0 0 -
T E Mullins 2 1 0 50%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
24
212-275
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Beat The Bat (IRE) 32

b g Walk In The Park - Dani Salamanca (Presenting)

Course: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
C has previously placed at this course
C
Similar Going: 9 runs, 2 wins, 4 places, 22.22%
G has previously won on similar going
G
7 10-8
133

Bryan Carver

H Fry

Consistent in high end handicaps on varying ground since returning from lay off this term; step up in trip should suit; each way player in very open race

Successful in a hurdle race and a NH flat race at 2m and 2m 3f on good and good to soft ground. Finished 13l behind Joyeuse when fifth of 17 at 10-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Newbury over 2m (soft) last month.

Consistent in high end handicaps on varying ground since returning from lay off this term; step up in trip should suit; each way player in very open race

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 6 1 3 16.7%
Hurdle 6 1 3 16.7%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
C Course 1 0 1 0%
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 9 2 4 22.2%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 9 2 4 22.2%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 2 0 0 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 2 0 0 0%
Connections
J Bryan Carver 6 1 2 16.7%
T H Fry 9 2 4 22.2%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
25
3-78134
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Jipcot (FR) 25

b g Choeur Du Nord - Blinngaroe (Ungaro)

Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 14 runs, 3 wins, 2 places, 21.43%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Current Headgear: 4 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 25%
HG has previously won wearing only a tongue strap

Tongue Strap: 7 runs, 2 wins, 2 places, 28.57%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap
HG
Was beaten favourite last time out
BF
6 10-6 t
131

Kielan Woods

Jonjo & A J O'Neill

Back in form of late on differing ground; ran well for a long way but failed to stay in strong 3m handicap last time; can make presence felt dropped in distance

He has won four hurdle races from 2m to 2m 4f on good to soft and soft ground. Finished 11l behind One Big Bang when fourth of 13 at 7-2fav on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Haydock over 3m (good to soft) last month.

Back in form of late on differing ground; ran well for a long way but failed to stay in strong 3m handicap last time; can make presence felt dropped in distance

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 16 4 2 25%
Hurdle 12 4 2 33.3%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 1 0 0 0%
D Distance 1 1 0 100%
G Similar Going 14 3 2 21.4%
Headgear
HG Today (T only) 4 1 1 25%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 2 0 0 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 1 0 0 0%
Connections
J Kielan Woods 11 2 2 18.2%
T Jonjo & A J O'Neill 5 1 1 20%
BF Was beaten favourite last time out
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
26
34F5P4
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Ike Sport (FR) 11

b g Spanish Moon - Safraniere (Bering)

Distance: 4 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
D has previously placed at this distance
D
Similar Going: 20 runs, 4 wins, 7 places, 20%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Current Headgear: 11 runs, 3 wins, 2 places, 27.27%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap and cheek pieces

Tongue Strap: 18 runs, 4 wins, 5 places, 22.22%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap

Cheek Pieces: 11 runs, 3 wins, 2 places, 27.27%
HG has previously won wearing cheek pieces
HG
Current Handicap: 6 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Hcp has previously placed at or above this handicap
Hcp
7 10-6 t p
131

C O'Farrell

N P Mulholland

Impressive good ground winner last spring; hinted at revival last time where kicked on too soon; worth marking that up considerably; good ground key; outside chance if turned out quickly

He has won four hurdle races from 2m 3f to 2m 4f on good and good to soft ground. Finished 5l behind Patriotik when fourth of 7 at 10-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Doncaster over 3m (good to soft) earlier this month.

Impressive good ground winner last spring; hinted at revival last time where kicked on too soon; worth marking that up considerably; good ground key; outside chance if turned out quickly

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 21 4 7 19.1%
Hurdle 19 4 7 21.1%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 4 0 2 0%
G Similar Going 20 4 7 20%
Headgear
HG Today (T & P) 11 3 2 27.3%
HG Cheek Pieces 11 3 2 27.3%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 0 0 0 -
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 6 0 1 0%
Connections
J C O'Farrell 0 0 0 -
T N P Mulholland 20 4 6 20%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record

2024: (21 ran) Langer Dan , Age 8 , Wgt 11-8 , SP 13/2 - Harry Skelton / D Skelton

Forecast: 9/2 Be Aware , 5/1 Bunting , 7/1 Impose Toi , 8/1 Comfort Zone , 10/1 Ballyadam , 12/1 Jimmy Du Seuil , 14/1 Beat The Bat , 16/1 Sandor Clegane , 16/1 Maxxum , 16/1 Al Gasparo , 20/1 Vischio , 20/1 Sa Fureur , 20/1 Jipcot , 20/1 Beckett Rock , 25/1 Colonel Mustard , 25/1 Samui , 25/1 Eagle Fang , 33/1 Anna Bunina , 33/1 Lossiemouth , 33/1 Beacon Edge , 33/1 Might I , 33/1 Staffordshire Knot , 33/1 Minella Missile , 50/1 King Alexander , 66/1 Captain Morgs , 66/1 Ike Sport

Last Updated: 23 Sep 2025 03:28:07

Having landed the last two renewals of this contest, Dan Skelton's sole representative Be Aware must be taken seriously. The six-year-old finished a cracking second in the Greatwood here in November and he may not have been at his best when subsequently beaten at Ascot. The son of Martaline has untapped potential over this distance and an 81-day break will have freshened him up. However, Nicky Henderson has scooped this prize four times since 2010 and IMPOSE TOI may further enhance his fine record. The JP McManus-owned gelding arrives on the back of a career-best victory in a class 2 event at Newbury and a 7lb higher mark is unlikely to prevent another bold bid. First-time cheekpieces may eke out further improvement from the son of It's Gino and a seventh career victory may beckon. Comfort Zone posted an excellent third at Leopardstown over Christmas and he is the pick of the Irish contingent, followed closely by last year's runner-up Ballyadam and Jimmy Du Seuil.

Top Tip: Impose Toi (11)
Watch out for: Be Aware (17)

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15:20 Cheltenham (Class 2) (5YO plus)

Glenfarclas Cross Country Chase (Limited Handicap) (GBB Race)

3m 5f 56y

Winner £39,022 - 16 ran

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P3-U111
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Stumptown (IRE) 89

br g Laverock - Active Fieldgale (Beneficial)

Cheltenham Festival: 2 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CF has previously placed at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course and Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
CD has a 50% or better record at this course and distance

Course: 5 runs, 2 wins, 2 places, 40%
C has previously won at this course

Distance: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 20 runs, 6 wins, 4 places, 30%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 4 runs, 2 wins, 2 places, 50%
Cl has a 50% or better record in this class
Cl
8 11-10 p1
157 8

K M Donoghue

G P Cromwell

Placed in 2023 Kim Muir and unbeaten when staying up since tackling Cross Country tracks; strong stayer; big chance if ground not too quick

Winner of a hurdle race and six chases from 2m to 3m 5f on ground varying from good to yielding - soft. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 4-1fav over this course and distance (soft) in December last year, beating Mister Coffey by 1l. Has also won at Punchestown this season.

Placed in 2023 Kim Muir and unbeaten when staying up since tackling Cross Country tracks; strong stayer; big chance if ground not too quick

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 23 7 4 30.4%
Chase 19 6 4 31.6%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 1 1 0 100%
C Course 5 2 2 40%
D Distance 2 1 0 50%
G Similar Going 20 6 4 30%
Headgear
Today (P only) 0 0 0 -
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 2 4 2 2 50%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J K M Donoghue 8 3 2 37.5%
T G P Cromwell 23 7 4 30.4%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
2
U/8544-2
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Galvin (IRE) 144 (37F)

b g Gold Well - Burren Moonshine (Moonax)

Cheltenham Festival: 5 runs, 1 win, 2 places, 20%
CF has previously won at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course: 8 runs, 2 wins, 2 places, 25%
C has previously won at this course
C
Similar Going: 28 runs, 13 wins, 6 places, 46.43%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 4 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 25%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
Current Handicap: 4 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Hcp has previously placed at or above this handicap
Hcp
Was beaten favourite last time out
BF
11 11-7
154 1

Mr Derek O'Connor

G Elliott

Fourth in 2022 Gold Cup and runner up in this the following year; placed off 1lb higher in National when last seen over fences; fit from flat; leading contender

Has won three hurdle races, two NH flat races and eight chases from 2m to 3m 6f on ground varying from good to yielding, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten a neck by Snap Decision when second of 9 at 9-4fav on his latest NH outing in a Grade 1 hurdle race in the Group 1 American Grand National Stakes - Grade 1 at Far Hills over 2m 5f (good) in October last year.

Fourth in 2022 Gold Cup and runner up in this the following year; placed off 1lb higher in National when last seen over fences; fit from flat; leading contender

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 28 11 6 39.3%
Chase 22 8 5 36.4%
Conditions
Course and Distance 2 0 0 0%
C Course 8 2 2 25%
Distance 2 0 0 0%
G Similar Going 28 13 6 46.4%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 32 13 7 40.6%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 2 4 1 1 25%
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 4 0 1 0%
Connections
J Mr Derek O'Connor 0 0 0 -
T G Elliott 31 12 7 38.7%
BF Was beaten favourite last time out
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
3
3U5002
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Coko Beach (FR) 37

g g Cokoriko - Solana Beach (Take Risks)

Cheltenham Festival: 2 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CF has previously placed at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course: 3 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
C has previously placed at this course
C
Similar Going: 31 runs, 4 wins, 7 places, 12.9%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Blinkers: 25 runs, 5 wins, 6 places, 20%
HG has previously won wearing blinkers
HG
Current Handicap: 10 runs, 1 win, 2 places, 10%
Hcp has previously won at or above this handicap
Hcp
10 11-3 b
150 2

Sam Twiston-Davies

G Elliott

Bold jumping frontrunner landed Troytown in 2022; well held by Vanillier in this discipline last time and likely to find ground too quick here

Winner of two hurdle races and five chases from 2m 1f to 3m 4f on ground varying from good - yielding to soft - heavy. Beaten 18l by Vanillier when second of 15 at 6-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Punchestown over 3m 1f (heavy) last month.

Bold jumping frontrunner landed Troytown in 2022; well held by Vanillier in this discipline last time and likely to find ground too quick here

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 39 6 11 15.4%
Chase 30 5 9 16.7%
Conditions
Course and Distance 1 0 0 0%
C Course 3 0 1 0%
Distance 3 0 0 0%
G Similar Going 31 4 7 12.9%
Headgear
HG Today (B only) 25 5 6 20%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 2 1 0 0 0%
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 10 1 2 10%
Connections
J Sam Twiston-Davies 0 0 0 -
T G Elliott 38 6 11 15.8%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
4
2335-32
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Iwilldoit 53

b g Flying Legend - Lyricist's Dream (Dreams End)

Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 21 runs, 5 wins, 7 places, 23.81%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 5 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 20%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
Current Handicap: 3 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
Hcp has previously placed at or above this handicap
Hcp
12 11-0
150

Dylan Johnston (3)

S Thomas

Consistent staying handicapper took 2021 Welsh National and placed in that contest this term; very interesting if taking to this course as will be staying on at the finish

Winner of two hurdle races and four chases from 2m 6f to 3m 7f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 3l by Mr Vango when second of 8 at 12-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Haydock over 3m 2f (soft) in January.

Consistent staying handicapper took 2021 Welsh National and placed in that contest this term; very interesting if taking to this course as will be staying on at the finish

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 23 6 7 26.1%
Chase 11 4 3 36.4%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 1 1 0 100%
G Similar Going 21 5 7 23.8%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 25 6 7 24%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 2 5 1 1 20%
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 3 0 2 0%
Connections
J Dylan Johnston 3 0 2 0%
T S Thomas 25 6 7 24%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
5
021655
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French Dynamite (FR) 18

b g Kentucky Dynamite - Matnie (Laveron)

Course: 2 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
C has previously placed at this course
C
Similar Going: 30 runs, 7 wins, 5 places, 23.33%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Current Headgear: 19 runs, 4 wins, 3 places, 21.05%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap and cheek pieces

Tongue Strap: 23 runs, 4 wins, 3 places, 17.39%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap

Cheek Pieces: 24 runs, 6 wins, 5 places, 25%
HG has previously won wearing cheek pieces
HG
10 11-0 t p
150 2

G Brouder (3)

M F Morris

Graded winner in autumn on favourable good ground but outstayed in Bobbyjoe Chase last time; big stamina concerns upped further in trip

Has won four hurdle races, three chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to yielding. Finished 14l behind Nick Rockett when fifth of 6 at 33-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 3 chase in the Group 3 Follow ToteRacing On Twitter Bobbyjo Chase at Fairyhouse over 3m 2f (soft) last month.

Graded winner in autumn on favourable good ground but outstayed in Bobbyjoe Chase last time; big stamina concerns upped further in trip

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 31 7 5 22.6%
Chase 21 3 3 14.3%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
C Course 2 0 1 0%
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 30 7 5 23.3%
Headgear
HG Today (T & P) 19 4 3 21.1%
HG Cheek Pieces 24 6 5 25%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 2 0 0 0 -
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J G Brouder 0 0 0 -
T M F Morris 31 7 5 22.6%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
6
20-P691
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Vanillier (FR) 37

g g Martaline - Virgata (Turgeon)

Cheltenham Festival: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
CF has a 50% or better record at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course: 4 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 25%
C has previously won at this course
C
Similar Going: 23 runs, 3 wins, 5 places, 13.04%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Current Headgear: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
HG has a 50% or better record wearing a tongue strap and blinkers

Tongue Strap: 26 runs, 4 wins, 6 places, 15.38%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap

Blinkers: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
HG has a 50% or better record wearing blinkers
HG
Current Handicap: 4 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Hcp has previously placed at or above this handicap
Hcp
10 11-0 t b
147 3

S W Flanagan

G P Cromwell

2021 Albert Bartlett winner placed in 2023 National before form tailed off; back to form with blinkers applied over the banks last time; chance if backing it up but has disappointed at this track before

Winner of two hurdle races, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m 3f to 3m 1f on ground varying from good to soft to soft - heavy. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 9-4fav at Punchestown over 3m 1f (heavy) last month, beating Coko Beach by 18l.

2021 Albert Bartlett winner placed in 2023 National before form tailed off; back to form with blinkers applied over the banks last time; chance if backing it up but has disappointed at this track before

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 26 4 6 15.4%
Chase 18 2 4 11.1%
Conditions
Course and Distance 1 0 0 0%
C Course 4 1 0 25%
Distance 1 0 0 0%
G Similar Going 23 3 5 13%
Headgear
HG Today (T & B) 1 1 0 100%
HG Blinkers 1 1 0 100%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 2 2 0 0 0%
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 4 0 1 0%
Connections
J S W Flanagan 6 0 2 0%
T G P Cromwell 26 4 6 15.4%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
7
PP-1P65
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Minella Crooner (IRE) 35

b g Shantou - Laren (Monsun)

Similar Going: 16 runs, 5 wins, 4 places, 31.25%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Cheek Pieces: 13 runs, 3 wins, 1 place, 23.08%
HG has previously won wearing cheek pieces
HG
9 10-13 p
146 3

J C Gainford

G Elliott

Pat Taaffe winner last spring but struggling for form this term; best form on easier ground and unproven over these fences; this could be a prep for spring Nationals

Winner of a hurdle race, two NH flat races, three chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Well beaten at 11-1 when last of 5 on his latest outing in a chase at Fairyhouse over 3m (soft - heavy) last month.

Pat Taaffe winner last spring but struggling for form this term; best form on easier ground and unproven over these fences; this could be a prep for spring Nationals

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 19 4 4 21.1%
Chase 15 3 2 20%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 2 0 0 0%
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 16 5 4 31.3%
Headgear
HG Today (P only) 13 3 1 23.1%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 2 0 0 0 -
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 2 0 0 0%
Connections
J J C Gainford 3 0 0 0%
T G Elliott 21 6 4 28.6%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
8
629-215
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Roi Mage (FR) 121

b g Poliglote - Royale Majesty (Nikos)

Similar Going: 29 runs, 4 wins, 11 places, 13.79%
G has previously won on similar going
G
13 10-12
145

J Reveley

P Griffin

Far from disgraced in National last year; Listed winner since in France; fair mark on best form but may find ground on the quick side here

Has won a hurdle race and ten chases from 2m 2f to 3m 6f on ground varying from good to soft to yielding - soft. Finished 15l behind Iceo Madrik when fifth of 11 at 9-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Compiegne over 3m 3f (heavy) in November last year. Having his first run for a new stable today.

Far from disgraced in National last year; Listed winner since in France; fair mark on best form but may find ground on the quick side here

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 53 8 18 15.1%
Chase 43 8 14 18.6%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 1 0 0 0%
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 29 4 11 13.8%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 50 8 18 16%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 2 1 0 0 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 3 0 0 0%
Connections
J J Reveley 7 3 1 42.9%
T P Griffin 14 3 3 21.4%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
9
150-03U
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Latenightpass 53

b g Passing Glance - Latenightdip (Midnight Legend)

Course and Distance: 3 runs, 1 win, 2 places, 33.33%
CD has previously won at this course and distance

Course: 5 runs, 2 wins, 2 places, 40%
C has previously won at this course

Distance: 3 runs, 1 win, 2 places, 33.33%
D has previously won at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 12 runs, 4 wins, 3 places, 33.33%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 9 runs, 2 wins, 3 places, 22.22%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
Current Handicap: 4 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Hcp has previously placed at or above this handicap
Hcp
12 10-11
144

Miss Gina Andrews

T Ellis

C&D winner off 4lb lower last term and placed off this mark behind Stumptown in autumn here; gets weight pull with that rival; quicker ground no issue; each way player

Has won four chases and nine point-to-points from 2m 5f to 3m 5f on ground varying from good to soft. Unseated rider when 40-1 at Ascot over 2m 5f (good) in a chase won by Terresita in January on his latest outing.

C&D winner off 4lb lower last term and placed off this mark behind Stumptown in autumn here; gets weight pull with that rival; quicker ground no issue; each way player

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 13 4 3 30.8%
Chase 12 4 3 33.3%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 3 1 2 33.3%
C Course 5 2 2 40%
D Distance 3 1 2 33.3%
G Similar Going 12 4 3 33.3%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 13 4 3 30.8%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 2 9 2 3 22.2%
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 4 0 1 0%
Connections
J Miss Gina Andrews 11 3 3 27.3%
T T Ellis 10 3 2 30%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
10
5P3P04
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Chemical Energy (IRE) 37

ch g Well Chosen - Meadstown Miss (Flemensfirth)

Cheltenham Festival: 3 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CF has previously placed at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course: 5 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 20%
C has previously won at this course
C
Similar Going: 21 runs, 6 wins, 3 places, 28.57%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Cheek Pieces: 2 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
HG has previously placed wearing cheek pieces
HG
Class: 3 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 33.33%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
Current Handicap: 8 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Hcp has previously placed at or above this handicap
Hcp
9 10-10 p
143

D J Gilligan

G Elliott

Inconsistent veteran returned to form under negative ride behind Vanillier last time; unsuited by easy ground when held here previously; could go well at a price if rain stays away

Winner of two hurdle races, two NH flat races and two chases from 2m to 3m on good and yielding - soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 7-1 when fourth of 15 on his latest outing in a chase at Punchestown over 3m 1f (heavy) last month.

Inconsistent veteran returned to form under negative ride behind Vanillier last time; unsuited by easy ground when held here previously; could go well at a price if rain stays away

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 18 4 3 22.2%
Chase 14 2 2 14.3%
Conditions
Course and Distance 1 0 0 0%
C Course 5 1 1 20%
Distance 2 0 0 0%
G Similar Going 21 6 3 28.6%
Headgear
HG Today (P only) 2 0 1 0%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 2 3 1 0 33.3%
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 8 0 1 0%
Connections
J D J Gilligan 1 0 0 0%
T G Elliott 21 6 3 28.6%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
11
4263-22
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Mister Coffey (FR) 89

b g Authorized - Mamitador (Anabaa)

Cheltenham Festival: 2 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
CF has previously placed at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course and Distance: 2 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
CD has previously placed at this course and distance

Course: 5 runs, 0 wins, 4 places, 0%
C has previously placed at this course

Distance: 2 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
D has previously placed at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 20 runs, 3 wins, 11 places, 15%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 5 runs, 0 wins, 5 places, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
10 10-10
143

N de Boinville

N J Henderson

Consistent but frustrating veteran has placed at multiple festivals and over this C&D; decent ground suits; up another 3lb and finds ways to throw races away; vulnerable for the win

He has won two hurdle races and a NH flat race at 2m on good and soft ground, but last win was over four years ago. Beaten 1l by Stumptown when second of 15 at 5-1 on his latest outing in a chase over this course and distance (soft) in December last year.

Consistent but frustrating veteran has placed at multiple festivals and over this C&D; decent ground suits; up another 3lb and finds ways to throw races away; vulnerable for the win

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 21 2 12 9.5%
Chase 15 0 9 0%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 2 0 2 0%
C Course 5 0 4 0%
D Distance 2 0 2 0%
G Similar Going 20 3 11 15%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 15 2 10 13.3%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 2 5 0 5 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 1 0 0 0%
Connections
J N de Boinville 14 2 7 14.3%
T N J Henderson 21 2 12 9.5%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
12
PP-0664
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Busselton (FR) 31

b g Mastercraftsman - Blessed Luck (Rock Of Gibraltar)

Similar Going: 32 runs, 6 wins, 7 places, 18.75%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Blinkers: 11 runs, 2 wins, 0 places, 18.18%
HG has previously won wearing blinkers
HG
Current Handicap: 11 runs, 1 win, 2 places, 9.09%
Hcp has previously won at or above this handicap
Hcp
8 10-5 b
138

J J Slevin

J P O'Brien

Former Kerry Nationa winner ran well in Boyne Hurdle last time on ground more testing than ideal; good mark on that form but stamina worries back up in trip

Winner of a hurdle race and four chases from 1m 7f to 3m on ground varying from good to soft, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 13l behind Maxxum when fourth of 7 at 33-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 hurdle race in the Group 2 William Hill Top Price Guarantee Boyne Hurdle at Navan over 2m 6f (soft - heavy) last month.

Former Kerry Nationa winner ran well in Boyne Hurdle last time on ground more testing than ideal; good mark on that form but stamina worries back up in trip

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 29 5 6 17.2%
Chase 22 4 5 18.2%
Conditions
Course and Distance 2 0 0 0%
Course 5 0 0 0%
Distance 3 0 0 0%
G Similar Going 32 6 7 18.8%
Headgear
HG Today (B only) 11 2 0 18.2%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 2 2 0 0 0%
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 11 1 2 9.1%
Connections
J J J Slevin 21 4 6 19.1%
T J P O'Brien 33 6 7 18.2%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
13
1PPP-09
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Gevrey (FR) 37

b g Saddler Maker - Skarina (Dark Moondancer)

Cheltenham Festival: 2 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CF has previously placed at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course: 2 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
C has previously placed at this course
C
Distance: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
D has previously placed at this distance
D
Similar Going: 30 runs, 4 wins, 8 places, 13.33%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Cheek Pieces: 11 runs, 1 win, 2 places, 9.09%
HG has previously won wearing cheek pieces
HG
Current Handicap: 6 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 16.67%
Hcp has previously won at or above this handicap
Hcp
9 10-2 p
138 4

J Coen (3)

G Elliott

Former Munster National winner has been struggling over fences for some time; yet to tackle this track; stable holds much stronger claims

Winner of a hurdle race and four chases from 2m to 3m on ground varying from soft to heavy. Well beaten at 10-1 behind Vanillier when 9th of 15 on his latest outing in a chase at Punchestown over 3m 1f (heavy) last month.

Former Munster National winner has been struggling over fences for some time; yet to tackle this track; stable holds much stronger claims

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 35 5 9 14.3%
Chase 25 4 5 16%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
C Course 2 0 1 0%
D Distance 1 0 1 0%
G Similar Going 30 4 8 13.3%
Headgear
HG Today (P only) 11 1 2 9.1%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 2 1 0 0 0%
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 6 1 0 16.7%
Connections
J J Coen 0 0 0 -
T G Elliott 36 5 9 13.9%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
14
P0P775
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The Goffer (IRE) 37

b g Yeats - Ballylough Lady (Mister Lord)

Cheltenham Festival: 3 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CF has previously placed at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course: 4 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
C has previously placed at this course
C
Distance: 3 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
D has previously placed at this distance
D
Similar Going: 22 runs, 4 wins, 3 places, 18.18%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Current Headgear: 10 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 10%
HG has previously won wearing only a tongue strap

Tongue Strap: 11 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 9.09%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap
HG
Current Handicap: 15 runs, 1 win, 2 places, 6.67%
Hcp has previously won at or above this handicap
Hcp
8 10-5 (oh 1) t
138 3

S Bowen

G Elliott

Has run well at last 2 festivals but largely struggling for form this term; top jockey booked but stamina worries back up in trip

He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m 4f to 2m 6f on soft and yielding ground, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 5-1 when fifth of 15 on his latest outing in a chase at Punchestown over 3m 1f (heavy) last month.

Has run well at last 2 festivals but largely struggling for form this term; top jockey booked but stamina worries back up in trip

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 26 4 3 15.4%
Chase 19 2 3 10.5%
Conditions
Course and Distance 1 0 0 0%
C Course 4 0 1 0%
D Distance 3 0 1 0%
G Similar Going 22 4 3 18.2%
Headgear
HG Today (T only) 10 1 0 10%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 2 2 0 0 0%
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 15 1 2 6.7%
Connections
J S Bowen 3 0 1 0%
T G Elliott 27 5 3 18.5%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
15
6P0-P44
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Escaria Ten (FR) 39

b g Maresca Sorrento - Spartes Eria (Ballingarry)

Cheltenham Festival: 3 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CF has previously placed at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course: 6 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
C has previously placed at this course
C
Similar Going: 17 runs, 2 wins, 3 places, 11.76%
G has previously won on similar going
G
11 10-5 (oh 4) p
138 4

James Best

M Keighley

Inconsistent veteran has hinted at revival last twice for this yard; unexposed over this course; vulnerable to younger rivals

He has won two hurdle races, a chase and a point-to-point from 3m to 3m 1f on soft and heavy ground, but last win was over four years ago. Finished 12l behind O'Connell when fourth of 9 at 25-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Sandown over 3m (heavy) last month.

Inconsistent veteran has hinted at revival last twice for this yard; unexposed over this course; vulnerable to younger rivals

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 21 3 4 14.3%
Chase 16 1 3 6.3%
Conditions
Course and Distance 1 0 0 0%
C Course 6 0 1 0%
Distance 2 0 0 0%
G Similar Going 17 2 3 11.8%
Headgear
Today (P only) 5 0 0 0%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 2 5 0 0 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 7 0 0 0%
Connections
J James Best 2 0 0 0%
T M Keighley 4 0 0 0%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
16
P88-PP7
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Chambard (FR) 30

b g Gris De Gris - Regina Park (Cadoudal)

Cheltenham Festival: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
CF has a 50% or better record at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course: 5 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 20%
C has previously won at this course
C
Similar Going: 26 runs, 4 wins, 5 places, 15.38%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 6 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 16.67%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
Current Handicap: 9 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 11.11%
Hcp has previously won at or above this handicap
Hcp
13 10-0 (oh 6) p
138 6

Miss Lucy Turner (5)

Miss V Williams

Former Kim Muir winner has been out of form this term; unproven over these fences; reduced mark not enough to recommend

Has won a hurdle race, three NH flat races and five chases from 1m 3f to 3m 2f on ground varying from good to heavy. Well beaten at 33-1 behind Invincible Nao when seventh of 11 on his latest outing in a chase at Plumpton over 3m 4f (soft) last month.

Former Kim Muir winner has been out of form this term; unproven over these fences; reduced mark not enough to recommend

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 33 6 8 18.2%
Chase 23 5 6 21.7%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
C Course 5 1 1 20%
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 26 4 5 15.4%
Headgear
Today (P only) 3 0 0 0%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 2 6 1 0 16.7%
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 9 1 0 11.1%
Connections
J Miss Lucy Turner 9 1 1 11.1%
T Miss V Williams 33 6 8 18.2%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
Long Handicap: The Goffer 10-4 , Escaria Ten 10-1 , Chambard 9-13

2024: No corresponding race

Forecast: 5/2 Stumptown , 7/2 Galvin , 6/1 Mister Coffey , 7/1 Vanillier , 7/1 Busselton , 12/1 Latenightpass , 20/1 Coko Beach , 20/1 Chemical Energy , 20/1 The Goffer , 25/1 Roi Mage , 25/1 Iwilldoit , 33/1 Escaria Ten , 33/1 French Dynamite , 33/1 Gevrey , 50/1 Minella Crooner , 66/1 Chambard

Last Updated: 23 Sep 2025 03:17:37

It is difficult to get away from STUMPTOWN. Gavin Cromwell's charge has to concede weight all round but boasts a really good record at Cheltenham (2-5 including two placed efforts) and he's 1-1 over C&D. He unseated his rider on his Cross Country debut at Punchestown last May but hasn't looked back since, with three straight wins in this sphere making him the one to beat. The eight-year-old won much more easily than the winning margin suggests when he got the better of Mister Coffey here in December and everything points to a big run. Gordon Elliott's horses are always taken seriously in this race and Galvin, a former Grade 1 scorer and Festival winner in 2021, looks the pick of his six runners. Vanillier is another Cromwell horse to watch out for as he beat the reopposing Coko Beach by some 18 lengths at Punchestown last month and also won the Albert Bartlett here in 2021. Busselton and Latenightpass may appeal to those looking for an each-way play in the race.

Top Tip: Stumptown (1)
Watch out for: Galvin (2)

5

16:00 Cheltenham (Class 1) (5YO plus)

BetMGM Queen Mother Champion Chase (Grade 1) (GBB Race)

1m 7f 199y

Winner £225,080 - 8 ran

View Full Racecard & Odds
No.
Form
Horse
Age / Wt / OR
Jockey / Trainer
Form Snapshot
1
31-2P56
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Captain Guinness (IRE) 38

b g Arakan - Presenting D'azy (Presenting)

Cheltenham Festival: 4 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 25%
CF has previously won at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course and Distance: 4 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 25%
CD has previously won at this course and distance

Course: 4 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 25%
C has previously won at this course

Distance: 17 runs, 7 wins, 3 places, 41.18%
D has previously won at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 25 runs, 6 wins, 5 places, 24%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 23 runs, 5 wins, 5 places, 21.74%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
10 11-10
160

Rachael Blackmore

H De Bromhead

Winner of a hurdle race and six chases at 2m on ground varying from good - yielding to soft - heavy. Well beaten at 40-1 behind Solness when sixth of 8 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Ladbrokes Dublin Chase at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (yielding) last month.

Winner of a hurdle race and six chases at 2m on ground varying from good - yielding to soft - heavy. Well beaten at 40-1 behind Solness when sixth of 8 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Ladbrokes Dublin Chase at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (yielding) last month.

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 27 7 5 25.9%
Chase 24 6 4 25%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 4 1 1 25%
C Course 4 1 1 25%
D Distance 17 7 3 41.2%
G Similar Going 25 6 5 24%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 27 7 5 25.9%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 23 5 5 21.7%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Rachael Blackmore 24 7 5 29.2%
T H De Bromhead 27 7 5 25.9%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
2
1311/12
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Energumene (FR) 53

br g Denham Red - Olinight (April Night)

Cheltenham Festival: 2 runs, 2 wins, 0 places, 100%
CF has a 50% or better record at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course and Distance: 3 runs, 2 wins, 0 places, 66.67%
CD has a 50% or better record at this course and distance

Course: 3 runs, 2 wins, 0 places, 66.67%
C has a 50% or better record at this course

Distance: 10 runs, 8 wins, 1 place, 80%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 15 runs, 11 wins, 1 place, 73.33%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
Class: 12 runs, 9 wins, 0 places, 75%
Cl has a 50% or better record in this class
Cl
11 11-10
166

P Townend

W P Mullins

Has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race, 11 chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Beaten 7l by Jonbon when second of 4 at 9-4 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 BetMGM Clarence House Chase at Ascot over 2m 1f (good) in January.

Has won a hurdle race, a NH flat race, 11 chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Beaten 7l by Jonbon when second of 4 at 9-4 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 BetMGM Clarence House Chase at Ascot over 2m 1f (good) in January.

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 15 12 0 80%
Chase 14 11 0 78.6%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 3 2 0 66.7%
C Course 3 2 0 66.7%
D Distance 10 8 1 80%
G Similar Going 15 11 1 73.3%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 17 13 1 76.5%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 12 9 0 75%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J P Townend 14 11 0 78.6%
T W P Mullins 17 13 1 76.5%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
3
221-11P
i

Found A Fifty (IRE) 75

b g Solskjaer - Fillmein (Gone Fishin)

Cheltenham Festival: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CF has previously placed at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course and Distance: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CD has previously placed at this course and distance

Course: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
C has previously placed at this course

Distance: 7 runs, 3 wins, 2 places, 42.86%
D has previously won at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 14 runs, 6 wins, 5 places, 42.86%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 11 runs, 4 wins, 4 places, 36.36%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
8 11-10
162

Danny Gilligan

G Elliott

Winner of a hurdle race, five chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to yielding. Pulled up at the last when 4-1 in the Group 1 Paddy's Rewards Club Chase at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (good - yielding) in a Grade 1 chase won by Solness in December last year on his latest outing.

Winner of a hurdle race, five chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft to yielding. Pulled up at the last when 4-1 in the Group 1 Paddy's Rewards Club Chase at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (good - yielding) in a Grade 1 chase won by Solness in December last year on his latest outing.

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 13 6 4 46.2%
Chase 9 5 3 55.6%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 1 0 1 0%
C Course 1 0 1 0%
D Distance 7 3 2 42.9%
G Similar Going 14 6 5 42.9%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 15 7 5 46.7%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 11 4 4 36.4%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Danny Gilligan 0 0 0 -
T G Elliott 14 6 5 42.9%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
4
211-111
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Jonbon (FR) 53

b g Walk In The Park - Star Face (Saint Des Saints)

Cheltenham Festival: 2 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
CF has previously placed at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course and Distance: 5 runs, 2 wins, 3 places, 40%
CD has previously won at this course and distance

Course: 5 runs, 2 wins, 3 places, 40%
C has previously won at this course

Distance: 14 runs, 11 wins, 3 places, 78.57%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 18 runs, 15 wins, 3 places, 83.33%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
Class: 17 runs, 14 wins, 3 places, 82.35%
Cl has a 50% or better record in this class
Cl
9 11-10
171

N de Boinville

N J Henderson

Has won four hurdle races, a NH flat race, 12 chases and a point-to-point from 1m 7f to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Won on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase when 8-13fav in the Group 1 BetMGM Clarence House Chase at Ascot over 2m 1f (good) in January, beating Energumene by 7l. Has won 3 times this season.

Has won four hurdle races, a NH flat race, 12 chases and a point-to-point from 1m 7f to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Won on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase when 8-13fav in the Group 1 BetMGM Clarence House Chase at Ascot over 2m 1f (good) in January, beating Energumene by 7l. Has won 3 times this season.

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 19 16 3 84.2%
Chase 14 12 2 85.7%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 5 2 3 40%
C Course 5 2 3 40%
D Distance 14 11 3 78.6%
G Similar Going 18 15 3 83.3%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 21 18 3 85.7%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 17 14 3 82.4%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J N de Boinville 8 8 0 100%
T N J Henderson 20 17 3 85%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
5
1123-12
i

Libberty Hunter 32

b g Yorgunnabelucky - Classy Crewella (Lahib)

Cheltenham Festival: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CF has previously placed at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course and Distance: 3 runs, 2 wins, 1 place, 66.67%
CD has a 50% or better record at this course and distance

Course: 3 runs, 2 wins, 1 place, 66.67%
C has a 50% or better record at this course

Distance: 14 runs, 6 wins, 5 places, 42.86%
D has previously won at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 14 runs, 5 wins, 6 places, 35.71%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 4 runs, 0 wins, 3 places, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
9 11-10
151

Adam Wedge

Evan Williams

Winner of a hurdle race, two NH flat races and three chases at 2m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Beaten 1 1/4l by Master Chewy when second of 5 at 9-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 William Hill Game Spirit Chase at Newbury over 2m (soft) last month.

Winner of a hurdle race, two NH flat races and three chases at 2m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Beaten 1 1/4l by Master Chewy when second of 5 at 9-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 William Hill Game Spirit Chase at Newbury over 2m (soft) last month.

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 11 4 5 36.4%
Chase 7 3 3 42.9%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 3 2 1 66.7%
C Course 3 2 1 66.7%
D Distance 14 6 5 42.9%
G Similar Going 14 5 6 35.7%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 15 6 6 40%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 4 0 3 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Adam Wedge 9 3 3 33.3%
T Evan Williams 12 4 5 33.3%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
6
1/15-232
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Marine Nationale (IRE) 38

b g French Navy - Power of Future (Definite Article)

Cheltenham Festival: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
CF has a 50% or better record at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course and Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
CD has a 50% or better record at this course and distance

Course: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
C has a 50% or better record at this course

Distance: 6 runs, 5 wins, 1 place, 83.33%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 10 runs, 6 wins, 3 places, 60%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
Tongue Strap: 5 runs, 1 win, 3 places, 20%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap
HG
Class: 6 runs, 2 wins, 3 places, 33.33%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
8 11-10 t
159

S W Flanagan

B Connell

Winner of three hurdle races, two NH flat races and a chase from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 2l by Solness when second of 8 at 9-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Ladbrokes Dublin Chase at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (yielding) last month.

Winner of three hurdle races, two NH flat races and a chase from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 2l by Solness when second of 8 at 9-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Ladbrokes Dublin Chase at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (yielding) last month.

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 8 4 3 50%
Chase 5 1 3 20%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 1 1 0 100%
C Course 1 1 0 100%
D Distance 6 5 1 83.3%
G Similar Going 10 6 3 60%
Headgear
HG Today (T only) 5 1 3 20%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 6 2 3 33.3%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J S W Flanagan 2 0 2 0%
T B Connell 10 6 3 60%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
7
185-124
i

Quilixios 38

b g Maxios - Quilita (Lomitas)

Cheltenham Festival: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
CF has a 50% or better record at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
C has a 50% or better record at this course
C
Distance: 12 runs, 6 wins, 2 places, 50%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 14 runs, 8 wins, 1 place, 57.14%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
Class: 12 runs, 3 wins, 3 places, 25%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
8 11-10
158

D J O'Keeffe

H De Bromhead

Has won five hurdle races and three chases from 2m to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Well beaten at 10-1 behind Solness when fourth of 8 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Ladbrokes Dublin Chase at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (yielding) last month.

Has won five hurdle races and three chases from 2m to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Well beaten at 10-1 behind Solness when fourth of 8 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Ladbrokes Dublin Chase at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (yielding) last month.

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 17 8 3 47.1%
Chase 8 3 1 37.5%
Conditions
Course and Distance 1 0 0 0%
C Course 2 1 0 50%
D Distance 12 6 2 50%
G Similar Going 14 8 1 57.1%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 17 8 3 47.1%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 12 3 3 25%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J D J O'Keeffe 2 1 1 50%
T H De Bromhead 13 4 3 30.8%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
8
132411
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Solness (FR) 38

b g Konig Turf - Solveigh (Tiger Hill)

Distance: 5 runs, 0 wins, 3 places, 0%
D has previously placed at this distance
D
Similar Going: 20 runs, 7 wins, 6 places, 35%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Current Headgear: 8 runs, 4 wins, 2 places, 50%
HG has a 50% or better record wearing a tongue strap and cheek pieces

Tongue Strap: 14 runs, 5 wins, 4 places, 35.71%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap

Cheek Pieces: 8 runs, 4 wins, 2 places, 50%
HG has a 50% or better record wearing cheek pieces
HG
Class: 12 runs, 3 wins, 4 places, 25%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
7 11-10 t p
162

J J Slevin

J P O'Brien

Has won two hurdle races and six chases from 2m 1f to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to yielding. A winner at 6-1 in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Ladbrokes Dublin Chase at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (yielding) on his latest outing last month, beating Marine Nationale by 2l.

Has won two hurdle races and six chases from 2m 1f to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to yielding. A winner at 6-1 in a Grade 1 chase in the Group 1 Ladbrokes Dublin Chase at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (yielding) on his latest outing last month, beating Marine Nationale by 2l.

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 23 8 6 34.8%
Chase 17 6 5 35.3%
Conditions
Course and Distance 1 0 0 0%
Course 1 0 0 0%
D Distance 5 0 3 0%
G Similar Going 20 7 6 35%
Headgear
HG Today (T & P) 8 4 2 50%
HG Cheek Pieces 8 4 2 50%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 12 3 4 25%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J J J Slevin 9 3 2 33.3%
T J P O'Brien 19 7 5 36.8%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record

2024: (6 ran) Captain Guinness , Age 9 , Wgt 11-10 , SP 17/2 - Rachael Blackmore / H De Bromhead

Forecast: 10/11 Jonbon , 9/2 Marine Nationale , 6/1 Energumene , 7/1 Solness , 12/1 Found A Fifty , 20/1 Captain Guinness , 25/1 Quilixios , 33/1 Libberty Hunter

Last Updated: 18 Mar 2025 12:29:57

This illustrious contest hasn't been too kind to favourites over the years, with the likes of Sprinter Sacre, Douvan and Shishkin all being defeated. There are doubts surrounding a few of these, though, and Nicky Henderson will be hopeful that JONBON can justify a short price. The classy son of Walk In The Park recorded yet another Grade 1 success when proving far too strong for the reopposing Energumene in the Clarence House at Ascot last time out. The nine-year-old may not get the respect he deserves at times but victory here would surely rubber stamp him as one the very best of this current crop. It would be dangerous to allow Solness, now a dual Grade 1 winner following his success in the Dublin Chase, an easy time of things in front and he's the main threat. Marine Nationale has been chasing his tail recently but the 2023 Supreme winner cannot be overlooked.

Top Tip: Jonbon (4)
Watch out for: Solness (8)

6

16:40 Cheltenham (Class 1) (5YO plus)

Debenhams Johnny Henderson Grand Annual Challenge Cup Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap) (GBB Race)

1m 7f 199y

Winner £84,405 - 20 ran

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No.
Form
Horse
Age / Wt / OR
Jockey / Trainer
Expert View (star rating)
1
317-134
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Jpr One (IRE) 32

b g Court Cave - Lady Knightess (Presenting)

Course: 4 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
C has previously placed at this course
C
Distance: 9 runs, 3 wins, 0 places, 33.33%
D has previously won at this distance
D
Similar Going: 12 runs, 5 wins, 1 place, 41.67%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Tongue Strap: 3 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 33.33%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap
HG
Class: 9 runs, 2 wins, 0 places, 22.22%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
8 12-0 t
156

Brendan Powell

J Tizzard

Form of Graded novice win franked emphatically; had future Peterborough and Denman Chase winner behind when taking Haldon Gold Cup on return; solid efforts at higher levels in defeat since; leading contender back in a handicap on favourable drying ground

Winner of three hurdle races and three chases from 2m to 2m 3f on ground varying from good to heavy. Finished 9l behind Master Chewy when fourth of 5 at 9-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 chase in the Group 2 William Hill Game Spirit Chase at Newbury over 2m (soft) last month.

Form of Graded novice win franked emphatically; had future Peterborough and Denman Chase winner behind when taking Haldon Gold Cup on return; solid efforts at higher levels in defeat since; leading contender back in a handicap on favourable drying ground

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 15 6 1 40%
Chase 8 3 0 37.5%
Conditions
Course and Distance 3 0 0 0%
C Course 4 0 1 0%
D Distance 9 3 0 33.3%
G Similar Going 12 5 1 41.7%
Headgear
HG Today (T only) 3 1 0 33.3%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 9 2 0 22.2%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Brendan Powell 14 6 1 42.9%
T J Tizzard 10 4 0 40%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
2
066-213
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Dancing On My Own (IRE) 138

b g Milan - Morning Supreme (Supreme Leader)

Course and Distance: 3 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 33.33%
CD has previously won at this course and distance

Course: 5 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 20%
C has previously won at this course

Distance: 12 runs, 2 wins, 4 places, 16.67%
D has previously won at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 21 runs, 4 wins, 5 places, 19.05%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Tongue Strap: 13 runs, 3 wins, 3 places, 23.08%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap
HG
Class: 9 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 11.11%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
Current Handicap: 4 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Hcp has previously placed at or above this handicap
Hcp
11 11-10 t
152 1

Rachael Blackmore

H De Bromhead

Former Red Rum winner boasts a fine record over this C&D including when placing here off 1lb lower last time; good ground key; holds no secrets from handicapper but should run his race

Winner of a hurdle race and four chases from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to yielding - soft. Third of 8 behind Calico beaten 6l at 5-1 on his latest outing in a chase over this course and distance (good) in October last year.

Former Red Rum winner boasts a fine record over this C&D including when placing here off 1lb lower last time; good ground key; holds no secrets from handicapper but should run his race

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 24 5 5 20.8%
Chase 16 4 3 25%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 3 1 1 33.3%
C Course 5 1 1 20%
D Distance 12 2 4 16.7%
G Similar Going 21 4 5 19.1%
Headgear
HG Today (T only) 13 3 3 23.1%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 9 1 1 11.1%
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 4 0 1 0%
Connections
J Rachael Blackmore 12 4 3 33.3%
T H De Bromhead 24 5 5 20.8%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
3
2126-32
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My Mate Mozzie (IRE) 39

b g Born To Sea - Leo's Spirit (Fantastic Light)

Course and Distance: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
CD has a 50% or better record at this course and distance

Course: 3 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 33.33%
C has previously won at this course

Distance: 12 runs, 3 wins, 6 places, 25%
D has previously won at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 22 runs, 5 wins, 9 places, 22.73%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Current Headgear: 5 runs, 1 win, 2 places, 20%
HG has previously won wearing only a tongue strap

Tongue Strap: 6 runs, 1 win, 2 places, 16.67%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap
HG
Class: 9 runs, 1 win, 4 places, 11.11%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
9 11-9 t
151 1

K M Donoghue

G P Cromwell

Useful dual purpose performer has placed in last couple of Galway Hurdles and at Listed level over fences last time; C&D winner; good ground key; strong claims but finishing efforts a slight worry

Winner of two hurdle races, a NH flat race, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 7l by An Peann Dearg when second of 14 at 11-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (yielding) last month.

Useful dual purpose performer has placed in last couple of Galway Hurdles and at Listed level over fences last time; C&D winner; good ground key; strong claims but finishing efforts a slight worry

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 14 3 6 21.4%
Chase 5 1 2 20%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 2 1 0 50%
C Course 3 1 0 33.3%
D Distance 12 3 6 25%
G Similar Going 22 5 9 22.7%
Headgear
HG Today (T only) 5 1 2 20%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 9 1 4 11.1%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J K M Donoghue 6 1 3 16.7%
T G P Cromwell 26 5 12 19.2%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
4
15-5634
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American Mike (IRE) 60

b g Mahler - American Jennie (Lord Americo)

Cheltenham Festival: 3 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CF has previously placed at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course and Distance: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CD has previously placed at this course and distance

Course: 3 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
C has previously placed at this course

Distance: 5 runs, 1 win, 2 places, 20%
D has previously won at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 14 runs, 4 wins, 2 places, 28.57%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Tongue Strap: 10 runs, 2 wins, 1 place, 20%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap
HG
Class: 14 runs, 2 wins, 3 places, 14.29%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
8 11-6 t
148 2

J C Gainford

G Elliott

Ten Up winner as a novice but has largely failed to deliver on that promise since over a variety of trips; handicapper has his measure and may find this sharp enough test

Winner of a hurdle race, two NH flat races, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Finished 4 1/2l behind The King Of Prs when fourth of 12 at 5-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 3 chase in the Group 3 SBK Dan The King Of Prs Joan Moore Memorial Handicap Chase at Fairyhouse over 2m 1f (soft) in January.

Ten Up winner as a novice but has largely failed to deliver on that promise since over a variety of trips; handicapper has his measure and may find this sharp enough test

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 13 3 1 23.1%
Chase 8 2 1 25%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 1 0 1 0%
C Course 3 0 1 0%
D Distance 5 1 2 20%
G Similar Going 14 4 2 28.6%
Headgear
HG Today (T only) 10 2 1 20%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 14 2 3 14.3%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J J C Gainford 0 0 0 -
T G Elliott 17 5 3 29.4%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
5
217-113
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Nells Son 46

b g Trans Island - Miss Nellie (Presenting)

Distance: 10 runs, 5 wins, 0 places, 50%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 19 runs, 6 wins, 2 places, 31.58%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Cheek Pieces: 13 runs, 4 wins, 1 place, 30.77%
HG has previously won wearing cheek pieces
HG
Class: 5 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 20%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
10 11-6 p
148

Danny McMenamin

N G Richards

Admirable veteran has been in arguably career best form this term; sound surface suits; probably vulnerable in this grade against classier rivals

Has won two hurdle races, two NH flat races and four chases from 2m to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to heavy. Third of 7 behind Petit Tonnerre beaten 8l at 6-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Doncaster over 2m (good) in January. Has won at Kelso and Carlisle this season.

Admirable veteran has been in arguably career best form this term; sound surface suits; probably vulnerable in this grade against classier rivals

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 20 6 2 30%
Chase 11 4 1 36.4%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 2 0 0 0%
D Distance 10 5 0 50%
G Similar Going 19 6 2 31.6%
Headgear
HG Today (P only) 13 4 1 30.8%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 5 1 0 20%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 1 0 0 0%
Connections
J Danny McMenamin 20 7 2 35%
T N G Richards 23 8 3 34.8%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
6
1-11376
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Martator (FR) 39

b g Martaline - Tornada (Ballingarry)

Distance: 7 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
D has previously placed at this distance
D
Similar Going: 20 runs, 4 wins, 4 places, 20%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Cheek Pieces: 10 runs, 5 wins, 1 place, 50%
HG has a 50% or better record wearing cheek pieces
HG
Class: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
Cl has a 50% or better record in this class
Cl
8 11-5 p
147

Charlie Deutsch

Miss V Williams

Enjoyed productive autumn winning 5 times on largely good ground; handicapper has reacted accordingly and looks vulnerable to better treated rivals

Winner of two hurdle races and five chases from 2m 1f to 2m 4f on good and heavy ground. Well beaten at 8-1 behind Gunsight Ridge when last of 6 on his latest outing in a chase at Sandown over 1m 7f (heavy) last month. Has won twice at Ascot this season.

Enjoyed productive autumn winning 5 times on largely good ground; handicapper has reacted accordingly and looks vulnerable to better treated rivals

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 30 7 5 23.3%
Chase 14 5 2 35.7%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 2 0 0 0%
D Distance 7 0 2 0%
G Similar Going 20 4 4 20%
Headgear
HG Today (P only) 10 5 1 50%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 2 1 0 50%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 3 0 0 0%
Connections
J Charlie Deutsch 14 4 2 28.6%
T Miss V Williams 17 5 2 29.4%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
7
1P-5242
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Unexpected Party (FR) 52

gr g Martaline - Reform Act (Lemon Drop Kid)

Cheltenham Festival: 3 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 33.33%
CF has previously won at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course and Distance: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
CD has a 50% or better record at this course and distance

Course: 8 runs, 1 win, 2 places, 12.5%
C has previously won at this course

Distance: 7 runs, 1 win, 2 places, 14.29%
D has previously won at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 23 runs, 4 wins, 6 places, 17.39%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Tongue Strap: 14 runs, 2 wins, 2 places, 14.29%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap
HG
Class: 12 runs, 2 wins, 0 places, 16.67%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
Current Handicap: 4 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Hcp has previously placed at or above this handicap
Hcp
10 11-2 t
144

Harry Skelton

Dan Skelton

Took this last year off 6lb lower when given fine ride; outclassed this while looking for a few lbs off but back to form behind useful rival last time; will be primed for this; entitled to be thereabouts

He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 5f on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 10l by Matata when second of 8 at 22-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Windsor over 2m (soft) in January.

Took this last year off 6lb lower when given fine ride; outclassed this while looking for a few lbs off but back to form behind useful rival last time; will be primed for this; entitled to be thereabouts

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 24 4 6 16.7%
Chase 17 2 3 11.8%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 2 1 0 50%
C Course 8 1 2 12.5%
D Distance 7 1 2 14.3%
G Similar Going 23 4 6 17.4%
Headgear
HG Today (T only) 14 2 2 14.3%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 12 2 0 16.7%
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 4 0 1 0%
Connections
J Harry Skelton 18 4 4 22.2%
T Dan Skelton 24 4 6 16.7%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
8
37-2142
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General Medrano (IRE) 46

b g Ocovango - Talween (Nayef)

Distance: 10 runs, 3 wins, 2 places, 30%
D has previously won at this distance
D
Similar Going: 18 runs, 4 wins, 5 places, 22.22%
G has previously won on similar going
G
8 11-1
143

Ben Jones

Miss E C Lavelle

Steadily progressive this term; good ground suits; form franked; 2lb rise fair but hold up style may not be ideal for this race; place claims

He has won a hurdle race and three chases from 2m to 2m 2f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 1 3/4l by Petit Tonnerre when second of 7 at 9-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Doncaster over 2m (good) in January.

Steadily progressive this term; good ground suits; form franked; 2lb rise fair but hold up style may not be ideal for this race; place claims

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 17 4 5 23.5%
Chase 11 3 4 27.3%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 10 3 2 30%
G Similar Going 18 4 5 22.2%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 19 4 5 21.1%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 0 0 0 -
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Ben Jones 3 1 1 33.3%
T Miss E C Lavelle 18 4 5 22.2%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
9
2-12015
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Fringill Dike (IRE) 157

ch g Mahler - Credo Star (Presenting)

Distance: 14 runs, 8 wins, 2 places, 57.14%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 22 runs, 9 wins, 5 places, 40.91%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Blinkers: 10 runs, 5 wins, 2 places, 50%
HG has a 50% or better record wearing blinkers
HG
8 11-0 b
142

Charlie Hammond

Jedd O'Keeffe

Inconsistent frontrunner was unsuited by change of tactics when last seen in autumn; previous form weak; looks on stiff enough mark on return from break

Has won three hurdle races, a NH flat race and five chases from 2m to 2m 1f on good and good to soft ground. Finished 14l behind Breizh River when fifth of 7 at 7-2 on his latest outing in a chase at Kelso over 2m 1f (good) in October last year. Has won at Newton Abbot and Bangor-on-Dee this season.

Inconsistent frontrunner was unsuited by change of tactics when last seen in autumn; previous form weak; looks on stiff enough mark on return from break

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 20 8 5 40%
Chase 9 5 2 55.6%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 14 8 2 57.1%
G Similar Going 22 9 5 40.9%
Headgear
HG Today (B only) 10 5 2 50%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 0 0 0 -
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 1 0 0 0%
Connections
J Charlie Hammond 6 4 1 66.7%
T Jedd O'Keeffe 22 9 5 40.9%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
10
245270
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So Scottish (FR) 73

b g Martaline - Mer D'arabie (Ballingarry)

Distance: 10 runs, 1 win, 3 places, 10%
D has previously won at this distance
D
Similar Going: 21 runs, 3 wins, 6 places, 14.29%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Current Headgear: 3 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
HG has previously placed wearing only cheek pieces

Cheek Pieces: 6 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
HG has previously placed wearing cheek pieces
HG
Class: 8 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
8 10-11 p
139 4 WS

D Meyler

E Mullins

Veteran was going well when falling in 2023 December Gold Cup here when last seen over fences; cheekpieces reached for; had wind op; fair mark but needs stiff test as best chase form has come over further

He has won a hurdle race, two chases and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on good and good - yielding ground, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 10-1 when 14th of 20 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Leopardstown over 2m 4f (good - yielding) in December last year.

Veteran was going well when falling in 2023 December Gold Cup here when last seen over fences; cheekpieces reached for; had wind op; fair mark but needs stiff test as best chase form has come over further

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 23 3 5 13%
Chase 7 2 1 28.6%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 3 0 0 0%
D Distance 10 1 3 10%
G Similar Going 21 3 6 14.3%
Headgear
HG Today (P only) 3 0 2 0%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 8 0 2 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 2 0 0 0%
Connections
J D Meyler 7 2 1 28.6%
T E Mullins 27 4 6 14.8%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
11
6F4-231
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The King Of Prs (IRE) 60

b g Dansant - Sweet Youghal Bay (Oscar)

Distance: 10 runs, 3 wins, 0 places, 30%
D has previously won at this distance
D
Similar Going: 18 runs, 4 wins, 3 places, 22.22%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Current Headgear: 7 runs, 3 wins, 2 places, 42.86%
HG has previously won wearing only a tongue strap

Tongue Strap: 9 runs, 3 wins, 2 places, 33.33%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap
HG
Class: 4 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 25%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
7 10-7 t
138 1

C Stone-Walsh (3)

G P Cromwell

Back to best when leading home stablemates in Dan & Joan Moore last time; beaten when falling in this last year off 6lb lower; faces stiff task off this mark

Winner of two hurdle races and three chases from 2m to 2m 2f on ground varying from soft to soft - heavy. A winner at 11-2 in a Grade 3 chase in the Group 3 SBK Dan Path D'oroux Joan Moore Memorial Handicap Chase at Fairyhouse over 2m 1f (soft) on his latest outing in January, beating & by 2 3/4l.

Back to best when leading home stablemates in Dan & Joan Moore last time; beaten when falling in this last year off 6lb lower; faces stiff task off this mark

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 20 5 3 25%
Chase 9 3 2 33.3%
Conditions
Course and Distance 1 0 0 0%
Course 1 0 0 0%
D Distance 10 3 0 30%
G Similar Going 18 4 3 22.2%
Headgear
HG Today (T only) 7 3 2 42.9%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 4 1 1 25%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J C Stone-Walsh 2 1 1 50%
T G P Cromwell 20 5 3 25%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
12
12-3443
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Traprain Law (FR) 39

gr g Martaline - Pina (Kapgarde)

Distance: 12 runs, 4 wins, 5 places, 33.33%
D has previously won at this distance
D
Similar Going: 12 runs, 2 wins, 5 places, 16.67%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Tongue Strap: 16 runs, 5 wins, 6 places, 31.25%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap
HG
Class: 3 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
Current Handicap: 4 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
Hcp has previously placed at or above this handicap
Hcp
7 10-8 t
136

P W Wadge

Miss Lucinda V Russell

Consistent veteran effective on varying ground; not best placed ridden to see out the trip last time; drop to 2m no issue but looks vulnerable in this class

Winner of three hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to heavy. Third of 12 behind The Kalooki Kid beaten 6l at 14-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Musselburgh over 2m 4f (good to soft) last month.

Consistent veteran effective on varying ground; not best placed ridden to see out the trip last time; drop to 2m no issue but looks vulnerable in this class

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 20 5 8 25%
Chase 9 2 3 22.2%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 12 4 5 33.3%
G Similar Going 12 2 5 16.7%
Headgear
HG Today (T only) 16 5 6 31.3%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 3 0 1 0%
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 4 0 2 0%
Connections
J P W Wadge 14 5 5 35.7%
T Miss Lucinda V Russell 16 5 6 31.3%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
13
42626F
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Gaelic Arc (IRE) 39

b g Arcadio - Great Jane (Great Palm)

Distance: 11 runs, 3 wins, 1 place, 27.27%
D has previously won at this distance
D
Similar Going: 25 runs, 4 wins, 3 places, 16%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 11 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
9 10-7
135 4

D E Mullins

J P Ryan

Beaten when falling last time but unsuited by change of tactics that day; good ground key; generous mark on best Irish form; usual front-running style could suit this race; very interesting at a big price

He has won two hurdle races, a NH flat race and a chase from 2m to 2m 1f on good and good - yielding ground. Fell having jumped the last when 40-1 at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (yielding) in a chase won by An Peann Dearg last month on his latest outing.

Beaten when falling last time but unsuited by change of tactics that day; good ground key; generous mark on best Irish form; usual front-running style could suit this race; very interesting at a big price

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 21 3 3 14.3%
Chase 14 1 3 7.1%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 11 3 1 27.3%
G Similar Going 25 4 3 16%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 26 4 3 15.4%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 11 0 1 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 1 0 0 0%
Connections
J D E Mullins 3 0 1 0%
T J P Ryan 25 4 3 16%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
14
54P-123
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Western Zephyr (IRE) 82

b g Westerner - Beneficial Breeze (Beneficial)

Course and Distance: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CD has previously placed at this course and distance

Course: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
C has previously placed at this course

Distance: 10 runs, 5 wins, 2 places, 50%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 16 runs, 5 wins, 3 places, 31.25%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 4 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
8 10-7
135

S Bowen

C E Longsdon

Placed in Arkle Trial here in autumn before going too fast next time; Bowen back on board; good ground suits; has bled on occasions; risky

Winner of three hurdle races, a NH flat race, a chase and a point-to-point from 2m to 2m 4f on good to soft ground. Third of 4 behind Here Comes Georgie beaten a distance at 8-1 on his latest outing in a chase at Ascot over 2m 1f (good to soft) in December last year.

Placed in Arkle Trial here in autumn before going too fast next time; Bowen back on board; good ground suits; has bled on occasions; risky

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 15 4 3 26.7%
Chase 9 1 2 11.1%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 1 0 1 0%
C Course 1 0 1 0%
D Distance 10 5 2 50%
G Similar Going 16 5 3 31.3%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 16 5 3 31.3%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 4 0 1 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 1 0 0 0%
Connections
J S Bowen 8 4 1 50%
T C E Longsdon 17 5 3 29.4%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
15
13P122
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Jazzy Matty (FR) 52

ch g Doctor Dino - Robbe (Video Rock)

Cheltenham Festival: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
CF has a 50% or better record at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course and Distance: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
CD has a 50% or better record at this course and distance

Course: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
C has a 50% or better record at this course

Distance: 8 runs, 2 wins, 1 place, 25%
D has previously won at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 15 runs, 4 wins, 2 places, 26.67%
G has previously won on similar going
G
This horse has had no previous runs wearing only cheek pieces

Cheek Pieces: 5 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 20%
HG has previously won wearing cheek pieces
HG
Class: 3 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 33.33%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
6 10-7 p
135 4

D J Gilligan

C Collins

2023 Boodles winner has been in good form over hurdles and fences this term including at this venue; sound surface suits; touch more required to defy this mark

He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 2m to 2m 5f on ground varying from good to yielding - soft. Beaten 1 1/4l by Samui when second of 9 at 11-1 on his latest outing in a hurdle race at Thurles over 1m 7f (good) in January.

2023 Boodles winner has been in good form over hurdles and fences this term including at this venue; sound surface suits; touch more required to defy this mark

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 17 4 2 23.5%
Chase 6 2 0 33.3%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 2 1 0 50%
C Course 2 1 0 50%
D Distance 8 2 1 25%
G Similar Going 15 4 2 26.7%
Headgear
Today (P only) 0 0 0 -
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 3 1 0 33.3%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J D J Gilligan 4 1 1 25%
T C Collins 8 2 1 25%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
16
351-138
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Midnight It Is 39

b g Midnight Legend - Santera (Gold Away)

Distance: 7 runs, 2 wins, 2 places, 28.57%
D has previously won at this distance
D
Similar Going: 22 runs, 3 wins, 6 places, 13.64%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 2 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
Was beaten favourite last time out
BF
9 10-6
134 1

S W Flanagan

G P Cromwell

Progressive run halted last time though was found to be coughing; has jumped a long way in weights; stable probably holds stronger claims

He has won a hurdle race and three chases from 2m to 2m 3f on ground varying from good - yielding to heavy. Well beaten at 7-2fav behind An Peann Dearg when eighth of 14 on his latest outing in a chase at Leopardstown over 2m 1f (yielding) last month.

Progressive run halted last time though was found to be coughing; has jumped a long way in weights; stable probably holds stronger claims

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 22 4 4 18.2%
Chase 16 3 2 18.8%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 7 2 2 28.6%
G Similar Going 22 3 6 13.6%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 18 4 3 22.2%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 2 0 1 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J S W Flanagan 4 2 1 50%
T G P Cromwell 26 4 7 15.4%
BF Was beaten favourite last time out
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
17
149/265
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Third Time Lucki (IRE) 46

br g Arcadio - Definite Valley (Definite Article)

Cheltenham Festival: 3 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
CF has previously placed at the Cheltenham Festival
CF
Course and Distance: 7 runs, 2 wins, 2 places, 28.57%
CD has previously won at this course and distance

Course: 8 runs, 2 wins, 2 places, 25%
C has previously won at this course

Distance: 21 runs, 7 wins, 3 places, 33.33%
D has previously won at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 25 runs, 9 wins, 3 places, 36%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Tongue Strap: 8 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 12.5%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap
HG
Class: 12 runs, 2 wins, 2 places, 16.67%
Cl has previously won in this class
Cl
Current Handicap: 10 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 10%
Hcp has previously won at or above this handicap
Hcp
10 10-6 t
134

J J Burke

F O'Brien

Formerly useful novice placed in this in 2023 off 15lb higher; ran well here on stable debut but hasn't progressed; good ground suits but finishing efforts a big worry

Has won three hurdle races, two NH flat races and four chases from 1m 7f to 2m 1f on ground varying from good to soft, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 14-1 when fifth of 7 on his latest outing in a chase at Doncaster over 2m (good) in January.

Formerly useful novice placed in this in 2023 off 15lb higher; ran well here on stable debut but hasn't progressed; good ground suits but finishing efforts a big worry

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 22 7 2 31.8%
Chase 15 4 1 26.7%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 7 2 2 28.6%
C Course 8 2 2 25%
D Distance 21 7 3 33.3%
G Similar Going 25 9 3 36%
Headgear
HG Today (T only) 8 1 1 12.5%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 12 2 2 16.7%
Hcp This Handicap (OR) or Higher 10 1 1 10%
Connections
J J J Burke 2 0 0 0%
T F O'Brien 3 0 0 0%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
18
2-35671
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Conyers Hill (IRE) 50

b g Walk In The Park - Moonlit Bay (Midnight Legend)

Distance: 11 runs, 1 win, 3 places, 9.09%
D has previously won at this distance
D
Similar Going: 13 runs, 3 wins, 3 places, 23.08%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Hood: 6 runs, 1 win, 2 places, 16.67%
HG has previously won wearing a hood
HG
Class: 4 runs, 0 wins, 3 places, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
7 10-3 h
131 2

S F O'Keeffe

P Nolan

Consistent handicap hurdler last time benefitted from patient ride when off the mark over fences last time; versatile ground wise; opening mark on the stiff side; best watched

He has won two hurdle races and a chase from 2m to 2m 1f on good - yielding and soft ground. A winner at 6-1 in a chase at Down Royal over 2m (good - yielding) on his latest outing in January, beating One Last Tango by a neck.

Consistent handicap hurdler last time benefitted from patient ride when off the mark over fences last time; versatile ground wise; opening mark on the stiff side; best watched

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 16 3 6 18.8%
Chase 4 1 0 25%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 11 1 3 9.1%
G Similar Going 13 3 3 23.1%
Headgear
HG Today (H only) 6 1 2 16.7%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 4 0 3 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J S F O'Keeffe 11 3 4 27.3%
T P Nolan 15 3 6 20%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
19
531125
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Jasko Des Dames (FR) 20

b g It's Gino - Saraska D'airy (Ungaro)

Distance: 4 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
D has previously placed at this distance
D
Similar Going: 9 runs, 2 wins, 3 places, 22.22%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Tongue Strap: 10 runs, 2 wins, 4 places, 20%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap
HG
6 10-3 t
131 2

D J O'Keeffe

H De Bromhead

Consistent run ended last time when upped in grade but that strong form; return to quicker ground a plus; could progress now handicapping; interesting off light weight

Successful in two chases at 2m 1f and 2m 4f on good and yielding ground. Well beaten at 7-1 behind Springt De La Mare when fifth of 6 on his latest outing in a chase at Punchestown over 2m (soft) last month.

Consistent run ended last time when upped in grade but that strong form; return to quicker ground a plus; could progress now handicapping; interesting off light weight

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 10 2 4 20%
Chase 4 2 1 50%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 4 0 2 0%
G Similar Going 9 2 3 22.2%
Headgear
HG Today (T only) 10 2 4 20%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 1 0 0 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J D J O'Keeffe 5 2 2 40%
T H De Bromhead 10 2 4 20%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
20
1-14F31
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Primoz (IRE) 26

b g Westerner - Be Mine Tonight (Carroll House)

Distance: 6 runs, 2 wins, 0 places, 33.33%
D has previously won at this distance
D
Similar Going: 9 runs, 4 wins, 0 places, 44.44%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Tongue Strap: 9 runs, 4 wins, 0 places, 44.44%
HG has previously won wearing a tongue strap
HG
7 10-2 t
130

D R Fox

Miss Lucinda V Russell

Back to form winning match race last time though that weak form; only 1lb higher here but fair bit to find up in grade

He has won two hurdle races and two chases from 1m 7f to 2m 1f on good to soft and soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a chase when 4-7fav at Kelso over 2m 1f (soft) last month, beating Escapeandevade by a distance. Has also won at Wetherby this season.

Back to form winning match race last time though that weak form; only 1lb higher here but fair bit to find up in grade

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Jumps Races 9 4 0 44.4%
Chase 5 2 0 40%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 1 0 0 0%
D Distance 6 2 0 33.3%
G Similar Going 9 4 0 44.4%
Headgear
HG Today (T only) 9 4 0 44.4%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 1 0 0 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 3 0 0 0%
Connections
J D R Fox 7 3 0 42.9%
T Miss Lucinda V Russell 9 4 0 44.4%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record

2024: (16 ran) Unexpected Party , Age 9 , Wgt 10-10 , SP 12/1 - Harry Skelton / D Skelton

Forecast: 11/2 Unexpected Party , 6/1 My Mate Mozzie , 7/1 So Scottish , 8/1 Jpr One , 8/1 The King Of Prs , 8/1 Jazzy Matty , 10/1 American Mike , 12/1 Midnight It Is , 16/1 Dancing On My Own , 16/1 Jasko Des Dames , 20/1 Third Time Lucki , 20/1 General Medrano , 20/1 Traprain Law , 20/1 Conyers Hill , 20/1 Primoz , 33/1 Nells Son , 33/1 Martator , 33/1 Western Zephyr , 50/1 Fringill Dike , 66/1 Gaelic Arc

Last Updated: 05 Mar 2026 00:27:54

Last year's winner Unexpected Party bids for a repeat off 6lb higher. Dan Skelton's charge warmed up for this with a good effort at Windsor and can launch another serious challenge. The King Of Prs fell in last year's renewal, but won a Grade 3 handicap in good style at Fairyhouse in January and can feature with a clear round. JAZZY MATTY landed the Fred Winter here back in 2023 and was narrowly beaten, despite the unfavourable terms, over these fences in October. A subsequent prep over hurdles at Thurles will have him primed for action and Cian Collins' six-year-old is fancied to run a big race. My Mate Mozzie returned to action with respectable second at Leopardstown and could land a blow, while both So Scottish and American Mike merit consideration.

Top Tip: Jazzy Matty (15)
Watch out for: Unexpected Party (7)

7

17:20 Cheltenham (Class 1) (4YO to 6YO)

Weatherbys Champion Bumper (Standard Open NH Flat Race) (Grade 1) (GBB Race)

2m 87y

Winner £45,560 - 17 ran

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Horse
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1
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Copacabana 31

b g Blue Bresil - Molly Milan (Milan)

Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
5 11-7
123

Mr P W Mullins

W P Mullins

Easily dispatched more experienced rival on debut who set useful standard; top yard has exceptional record in this; stable first string on jockey bookings; ought to go close

Dam a lightly raced maiden. Won on his latest outing in a NH flat race when 9-4fav at Navan over 2m (soft - heavy) last month, beating Burrows Drive by 5l.

Easily dispatched more experienced rival on debut who set useful standard; top yard has exceptional record in this; stable first string on jockey bookings; ought to go close

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Flat Races 1 1 0 100%
NH Flat 1 1 0 100%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 1 1 0 100%
G Similar Going 1 1 0 100%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 1 1 0 100%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 0 0 0 -
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Mr P W Mullins 1 1 0 100%
T W P Mullins 1 1 0 100%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
2
1-11
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Dalston Lad (IRE) 76

b g Ocovango - Miss Platinum (Oscar)

Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 2 runs, 2 wins, 0 places, 100%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
5 11-7
123

Tristan Durrell

Dan Skelton

Point winner unbeaten in 2 runs under rules overcoming greenness; form of latest win had knocks; better ground a plus but appears stable second string on jockey bookings

He has won two NH flat races and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on good to soft and soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a NH flat race when 10-11fav at Aintree over 2m 1f (soft) in December last year, beating The Blue Room by 2l. Has also won at Ayr this season.

Point winner unbeaten in 2 runs under rules overcoming greenness; form of latest win had knocks; better ground a plus but appears stable second string on jockey bookings

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Flat Races 2 2 0 100%
NH Flat 2 2 0 100%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 1 1 0 100%
G Similar Going 2 2 0 100%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 3 3 0 100%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 0 0 0 -
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Tristan Durrell 0 0 0 -
T Dan Skelton 2 2 0 100%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
3
1-1
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El Cairos (FR) 125

ch g No Risk At All - Linda Queen (Linda's Lad)

Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
5 11-7
114

Mr D Maxwell

G & J Moore

Point winner overcame greenness when making winning debut on good ground; had future winner in behind; good ground suits; more to come but jockey a concern

Successful in a NH flat race and a point-to-point at 2m and 3m on good ground. A winner at 16-5 in a NH flat race at Newbury over 2m (good) on his latest outing in November last year, beating Bobajob by 7l.

Point winner overcame greenness when making winning debut on good ground; had future winner in behind; good ground suits; more to come but jockey a concern

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Flat Races 1 1 0 100%
NH Flat 1 1 0 100%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 1 1 0 100%
G Similar Going 1 1 0 100%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 2 2 0 100%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 0 0 0 -
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Mr D Maxwell 1 1 0 100%
T G & J Moore 1 1 0 100%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
4
U2-214
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Fortune De Mer (IRE) 34

ch g Doyen - Creation (Vendangeur)

Course and Distance: 2 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 50%
CD has a 50% or better record at this course and distance

Course: 2 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 50%
C has a 50% or better record at this course

Distance: 3 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 33.33%
D has previously won at this distance
CD
Similar Going: 3 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 33.33%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
Cl has a 50% or better record in this class
Cl
Was beaten favourite last time out
BF
5 11-7
125

Harry Skelton

Dan Skelton

Never came off the bridle when winning at Listed level here in autumn; too keen under a negative ride next time; stable first string on joceky bookings; could go well at big odds

A winner of a NH flat race at 2m on good ground. Finished 7l behind Spectacularsunrise when fourth of 12 at 10-11fav on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Huntingdon over 2m (good to soft) last month.

Never came off the bridle when winning at Listed level here in autumn; too keen under a negative ride next time; stable first string on joceky bookings; could go well at big odds

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Flat Races 3 1 1 33.3%
NH Flat 3 1 1 33.3%
Conditions
CD Course and Distance 2 1 1 50%
C Course 2 1 1 50%
D Distance 3 1 1 33.3%
G Similar Going 3 1 1 33.3%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 5 1 2 20%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 1 1 0 100%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Harry Skelton 3 1 1 33.3%
T Dan Skelton 3 1 1 33.3%
BF Was beaten favourite last time out
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
5
F-11
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Gameofinches 20

br g Blue Bresil - Wild Blueberry (Flemensfirth)

Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
6 11-7
124

P Townend

W P Mullins

Shot to top of betting for this when making winning debut despite never being asked a question; good ground should suit judged on form of point win; big player

Successful in a NH flat race and a point-to-point at 2m and 3m on good - yielding and soft ground. Won on his latest outing in a NH flat race when 8-15fav at Punchestown over 2m (soft) last month, beating Begorra Man by 4 1/2l.

Shot to top of betting for this when making winning debut despite never being asked a question; good ground should suit judged on form of point win; big player

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Flat Races 1 1 0 100%
NH Flat 1 1 0 100%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 1 1 0 100%
G Similar Going 1 1 0 100%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 1 1 0 100%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 0 0 0 -
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J P Townend 0 0 0 -
T W P Mullins 1 1 0 100%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
6
4212
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Heads Up 87

b g Blue Bresil - Nancys Delight (Presenting)

Distance: 3 runs, 0 wins, 2 places, 0%
D has previously placed at this distance
D
Similar Going: 4 runs, 1 win, 2 places, 25%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
5 11-7
123

S Bowen

J C McConnell

Form of impressive autumn win boosted and far from disgraced behind Kalypso'Chance last time; Bowen booked; has experience edge; very interesting at a big price

A winner of a NH flat race at 2m 1f on soft ground. Beaten 4 1/2l by Kalypso'chance when second of 5 at 3-1 on his latest outing in a NH flat race at Navan over 2m (yielding - soft) in December last year.

Form of impressive autumn win boosted and far from disgraced behind Kalypso'Chance last time; Bowen booked; has experience edge; very interesting at a big price

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Flat Races 4 1 2 25%
NH Flat 4 1 2 25%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 3 0 2 0%
G Similar Going 4 1 2 25%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 4 1 2 25%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 1 0 1 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J S Bowen 0 0 0 -
T J C McConnell 4 1 2 25%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
7
1-13
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He Can't Dance (IRE) 39

gr g Jukebox Jury - Fairy Tale (Spanish Moon)

Distance: 2 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 50%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 2 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 50%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
Class: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
5 11-7
123

Mr Harry Swan

G Elliott

Form of debut win had plenty of knocks; worth marking up Graded placed effort where did best of those up with the pace; can reverse form with Sortudo from that

Successful in a NH flat race and a point-to-point at 2m and 3m on soft ground. Third of 9 behind Colcannon beaten 1 3/4l at 3-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 NH flat race in the Group 2 Paddy Power Play Card I.N.H. Flat Race at Leopardstown over 2m (soft) last month.

Form of debut win had plenty of knocks; worth marking up Graded placed effort where did best of those up with the pace; can reverse form with Sortudo from that

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Flat Races 2 1 1 50%
NH Flat 2 1 1 50%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 2 1 1 50%
G Similar Going 2 1 1 50%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 3 2 1 66.7%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 1 0 1 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Mr Harry Swan 0 0 0 -
T G Elliott 2 1 1 50%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
8
11
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Idaho Sun (IRE) 52

b g Idaho - West Elite (Westerner)

Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
5 11-7
126

Bryan Carver

H Fry

Still green but made it 2-2 in Winter Million last time; that form had knocks since; needs to prove ability on quicker ground; big ask

Successful in two NH flat races at 2m and 2m 1f on soft and heavy ground. A winner at 7-2 in a NH flat race at Windsor over 2m (soft) on his latest outing in January, beating Kocktail Bleu by 3l. Has also won at Newton Abbot this season.

Still green but made it 2-2 in Winter Million last time; that form had knocks since; needs to prove ability on quicker ground; big ask

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Flat Races 2 2 0 100%
NH Flat 2 2 0 100%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 1 1 0 100%
G Similar Going 1 1 0 100%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 2 2 0 100%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 0 0 0 -
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Bryan Carver 2 2 0 100%
T H Fry 2 2 0 100%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
9
4-16
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I Started A Joke (IRE) 39

b g Soldier of Fortune - Blume (Flemensfirth)

Similar Going: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
Was beaten favourite last time out
BF
6 11-7
120

P Byrnes

C Byrnes

Narrow winner on debut from rival who followed up next time before finding 2m too sharp when behind a couple of these at Graded level; stiffer track and better ground may bing out more; place claims

A winner of a NH flat race at 2m 2f on yielding - soft ground. Finished 4l behind Colcannon when sixth of 9 at 11-4fav on his latest outing in a Grade 2 NH flat race in the Group 2 Paddy Power Play Card I.N.H. Flat Race at Leopardstown over 2m (soft) last month.

Narrow winner on debut from rival who followed up next time before finding 2m too sharp when behind a couple of these at Graded level; stiffer track and better ground may bing out more; place claims

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Flat Races 2 1 0 50%
NH Flat 2 1 0 50%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
Distance 1 0 0 0%
G Similar Going 2 1 0 50%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 3 1 0 33.3%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 1 0 0 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J P Byrnes 0 0 0 -
T C Byrnes 2 1 0 50%
BF Was beaten favourite last time out
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
10
1-11
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Kalypso'chance (FR) 87

ch g Masked Marvel - Escort'chance (Martaline)

Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 2 runs, 2 wins, 0 places, 100%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
Class: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
Cl has a 50% or better record in this class
Cl
5 11-7
130

Danny Gilligan

G Elliott

2-2 showing good turn of foot at Listed level accounting for Heads Up; better ground could suit judged on point form; stable first string on jockey bookings; danger

He has won two NH flat races and a point-to-point from 2m to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to soft to yielding - soft. Won on his latest outing in a NH flat race when 5-4fav at Navan over 2m (yielding - soft) in December last year, beating Heads Up by 4 1/2l.

2-2 showing good turn of foot at Listed level accounting for Heads Up; better ground could suit judged on point form; stable first string on jockey bookings; danger

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Flat Races 2 2 0 100%
NH Flat 2 2 0 100%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 1 1 0 100%
G Similar Going 2 2 0 100%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 2 2 0 100%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 1 1 0 100%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Danny Gilligan 0 0 0 -
T G Elliott 2 2 0 100%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
11
1-1
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No Drama This End (IRE) 71

gr g Walk In The Park - La Segnora (Turgeon)

Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
5 11-7
118

H Cobden

P F Nicholls

Point winner turned over a well touted rival on rules debut last year; kept fresh for this since but big step forward needed to figure up in grade

Successful in a NH flat race and a point-to-point at 2m and 3m on soft ground. A winner at 10-3 in a NH flat race at Warwick over 2m (soft) on his latest outing in December last year, beating Keops Des Bordes by 3 1/2l.

Point winner turned over a well touted rival on rules debut last year; kept fresh for this since but big step forward needed to figure up in grade

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Flat Races 1 1 0 100%
NH Flat 1 1 0 100%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 1 1 0 100%
G Similar Going 1 1 0 100%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 1 1 0 100%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 0 0 0 -
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J H Cobden 1 1 0 100%
T P F Nicholls 1 1 0 100%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
12
11-9
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Shuttle Diplomacy (FR) 315

b g Dschingis Secret - Rime De Boitron (My Risk)

Distance: 2 runs, 2 wins, 0 places, 100%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
Class: 2 runs, 1 win, 0 places, 50%
Cl has a 50% or better record in this class
Cl
5 11-7
122

D Meyler

T Cooper

Listed winner last spring before finding ground too quick at the top level at Punchestown; off since and may find conditions too fast on return

Successful in two NH flat races at 2m on soft and heavy ground. Well beaten at 33-1 behind Redemption Day when 9th of 12 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 NH flat race in the Group 1 Race Redemption Day Stay At Punchestown Champion I.N.H. Flat Race at Punchestown over 2m 1f (yielding) in May last year.

Listed winner last spring before finding ground too quick at the top level at Punchestown; off since and may find conditions too fast on return

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Flat Races 3 2 0 66.7%
NH Flat 3 2 0 66.7%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 2 2 0 100%
G Similar Going 2 1 0 50%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 3 2 0 66.7%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 2 1 0 50%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J D Meyler 0 0 0 -
T T Cooper 3 2 0 66.7%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
13
2122
i E

Sortudo (IRE) 39

br g Authorized - Sainte Des Bordes (Saint Des Saints)

Distance: 3 runs, 1 win, 2 places, 33.33%
D has previously won at this distance
D
Similar Going: 3 runs, 1 win, 2 places, 33.33%
G has previously won on similar going
G
Class: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
Cl has previously placed in this class
Cl
5 11-7
123

D E Mullins

W P Mullins

Debut winner benefitted from patient ride when placed at Graded level last time; may struggle to confirm that form with He Can't Dance

A winner of a NH flat race at 2m on soft - heavy ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Colcannon when second of 9 at 13-2 on his latest outing in a Grade 2 NH flat race in the Group 2 Paddy Power Play Card I.N.H. Flat Race at Leopardstown over 2m (soft) last month.

Debut winner benefitted from patient ride when placed at Graded level last time; may struggle to confirm that form with He Can't Dance

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Flat Races 3 1 2 33.3%
NH Flat 3 1 2 33.3%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 3 1 2 33.3%
G Similar Going 3 1 2 33.3%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 4 1 3 25%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 1 0 1 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J D E Mullins 0 0 0 -
T W P Mullins 3 1 2 33.3%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
14
1
i E

Aqua Force (IRE) 25

b m Workforce - Before The Flood (Kayf Tara)

Similar Going: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
6 11-0
127

M P Walsh

W P Mullins 1

Beat very little but couldn't have been more impressive on debut; arguably holds stablemate Bambino Fever on line through runner up that day; bought by JP since; big chance on stable debut

Dam unraced. A winner at 20-1 in a NH flat race at Gowran Park over 2m 1f (soft) on her latest outing last month, beating Champagne Venture by 28l. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with M A Gunn in Ireland.

Beat very little but couldn't have been more impressive on debut; arguably holds stablemate Bambino Fever on line through runner up that day; bought by JP since; big chance on stable debut

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Flat Races 1 1 0 100%
NH Flat 1 1 0 100%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 1 1 0 100%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 1 1 0 100%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 0 0 0 -
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J M P Walsh 0 0 0 -
T W P Mullins 0 0 0 -
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
15
111
i E

Bambino Fever (IRE) 38

ch m Jukebox Jury - Midnight Way (Stowaway)

Distance: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
D has a 50% or better record at this distance
D
Similar Going: 2 runs, 2 wins, 0 places, 100%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
Class: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
Cl has a 50% or better record in this class
Cl
5 11-0
130

Miss J Townend

W P Mullins

Built on debut win when taking Graded contest in cosy fashion last time; stiffer track and likely stronger pace will suit; one of many chances for this stable

She has won two NH flat races and a point-to-point from 2m to 3m on soft ground. A winner at 9-1 in a NH flat race at Leopardstown over 2m (soft) on her latest outing last month, beating Switch From Diesel by 8l.

Built on debut win when taking Graded contest in cosy fashion last time; stiffer track and likely stronger pace will suit; one of many chances for this stable

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Flat Races 2 2 0 100%
NH Flat 2 2 0 100%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 1 1 0 100%
G Similar Going 2 2 0 100%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 3 3 0 100%
Class & Handicap Rating
Cl Class 1 1 1 0 100%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Miss J Townend 1 1 0 100%
T W P Mullins 2 2 0 100%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
16
162
i E

Highland Haven 32

b m Kayf Tara - Highland Retreat (Exit To Nowhere)

Distance: 3 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 33.33%
D has previously won at this distance
D
Similar Going: 3 runs, 1 win, 1 place, 33.33%
G has previously won on similar going
G
5 11-0
117

J J Burke

F O'Brien

Yet to add to debut win but showed improved form when placed last time; better ground a plus; looks out of depth in this line up

A winner of a NH flat race at 2m on good to soft ground. Beaten a head by Strong Run when second of 13 at 12-1 on her latest outing in a NH flat race at Warwick over 2m (soft) last month.

Yet to add to debut win but showed improved form when placed last time; better ground a plus; looks out of depth in this line up

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Flat Races 3 1 1 33.3%
NH Flat 3 1 1 33.3%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
D Distance 3 1 1 33.3%
G Similar Going 3 1 1 33.3%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 3 1 1 33.3%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 1 0 0 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J J J Burke 1 0 0 0%
T F O'Brien 3 1 1 33.3%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
17
24
i E

Caballero Cliff 70

b h Muhaarar - Alabelle (Galileo)

Distance: 1 run, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
D has previously placed at this distance
D
Similar Going: 2 runs, 0 wins, 1 place, 0%
G has previously placed on similar going
G
4 10-11
112

Ben Jones

R Stephens

Still a maiden but shaped with plenty of promise having met trouble here last time; quicker ground no issue; outside place claims at three figure odds

Placed in a NH flat race from two starts. Finished 4 1/2l behind Precious Metal when fourth of 16 at 50-1 on his latest outing in a NH flat race here over 2m 1f (soft) in January.

Still a maiden but shaped with plenty of promise having met trouble here last time; quicker ground no issue; outside place claims at three figure odds

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Flat Races 2 0 1 0%
NH Flat 2 0 1 0%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 1 0 0 0%
D Distance 1 0 1 0%
G Similar Going 2 0 1 0%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 2 0 1 0%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 1 0 0 0%
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J Ben Jones 0 0 0 -
T R Stephens 2 0 1 0%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record
18
1
i E

Lancelot Allen (FR) 89

b g Rail Link - Triple Star (Dom Alco)

Similar Going: 1 run, 1 win, 0 places, 100%
G has a 50% or better record on similar going
G
4 10-11
115

David Noonan

Mrs J Williams

Form of debut win has been franked emphatically over hurdles recently; more to come but needs it upped significantly in grade

Half-brother to Enjoy D'allen, won twice in chases at 2m 5f and in a point to point race at 3m. A winner at 8-1 in a NH flat race at Bangor-on-Dee over 2m 1f (soft) on his latest outing in December last year, beating Sherminator by a head.

Form of debut win has been franked emphatically over hurdles recently; more to come but needs it upped significantly in grade

Race Record Runs Wins Places Win Rate
All Flat Races 1 1 0 100%
NH Flat 1 1 0 100%
Conditions
Course and Distance 0 0 0 -
Course 0 0 0 -
Distance 0 0 0 -
G Similar Going 1 1 0 100%
Headgear
Today (No Headgear) 1 1 0 100%
Class & Handicap Rating
Class 1 0 0 0 -
This Handicap (OR) or Higher 0 0 0 -
Connections
J David Noonan 0 0 0 -
T Mrs J Williams 1 1 0 100%
  • Grey = Horse has placed form
  • Blue = Horse has winning form
  • Gold = Horse has a 50% or better win record

2024: (19 ran) Jasmin De Vaux , Age 5 , Wgt 11-7 , SP 9/2 - Mr P W Mullins / W P Mullins

Forecast: 5/2 Copacabana , 4/1 Gameofinches , 5/1 Bambino Fever , 5/1 Kalypso'chance , 10/1 Aqua Force , 14/1 No Drama This End , 16/1 Fortune De Mer , 16/1 Idaho Sun , 20/1 El Cairos , 25/1 I Started A Joke , 33/1 Shuttle Diplomacy , 33/1 He Can't Dance , 33/1 Sortudo , 33/1 Heads Up , 50/1 Dalston Lad , 50/1 Lancelot Allen , 66/1 Highland Haven , 100/1 Caballero Cliff (Note: non-runner may affect prices)

Last Updated: 26 Feb 2026 21:16:18

Willie Mullins has dominated the Champion Bumper for the best part of three decades, winning it 13 times including last year with Jasmin De Vaux. A quite memorable success too, given he was ridden by his son Patrick Mullins to notch up a century of Festival wins for the Closutton maestro. He is well represented again, saddling five, and Copacabana looked the real deal when bolting up on debut at Navan. He will no doubt prove popular, but his stablemate GAMEOFINCHES just edges it on the basis that he was equally as impressive on his Rules bow at Punchestown last month and has a bit more experience from his time in the pointing sphere. Bambino Fever looks the pick of his two mares having created a striking impression at the Dublin Racing Festival, while Listed Navan winner Kalypso'chance boasts a similar profile to her and is another to bear in mind.

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