Nr/ Box |
Pferd (Formen) |
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Gewicht |
Fahrer Trainer |
Quote Trend |
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1 |
Besitzer: The Bellamy Partnership Abstammung: v. Saddler Maker a.d. Sience Fiction Züchter: Herve D'Armaille Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Dom Alco
Cepage (1-7-1-4)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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75,0 |
Charlie Deutsch
Venetia Williams |
14,00
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1 |
Besitzer: Gigginstown House Stud
Abacadabras (2-2-1-5-2)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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74,0 |
Jack Kennedy
Mrs Denise Foster |
9,90
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1 |
Besitzer: Mrs C Walsh/mr J Lightfoot Abstammung: v. Jeremy (USA) a.d. Our Girl Salley (IRE) Geboren: 2014 Züchter: R. T. Crellin Geschlecht: Stute
Black Tears (2-2-3-3-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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72,0 |
Jack Kennedy
Mrs Denise Foster |
8,80
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1 |
Besitzer: Mr John Stone Abstammung: v. Dream Well a.d. Ramina Züchter: S.A.R.L. Genetique Obstacle Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Shirocco
Nassalam (2-1-1-2-2)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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74,0 |
Jamie Moore
Gary Moore |
17,20
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4 | | 1 | |
2 |
Besitzer: Geoff And Elspeth Adam Abstammung: v. Yeats a.d. Gaybric Züchter: Patrick Cashman Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Presenting
Aye Right (2-3-2-6-2)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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73,5 |
Richard Johnson
Harriet Graham |
5,80
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2 |
Aspire Tower (1-2-1-2)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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74,0 |
Robbie Power
Henry De Bromhead |
36,30
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2 |
Besitzer: Mr Simon Munir/mr Isaac Souede Abstammung: v. Nathaniel a.d. Zagzig Züchter: Wertheimer et Frere Geschlecht: Stute Großvater: Selkirk
Concertista (3-3-1-1-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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72,0 |
P. Townend
W. P. Mullins |
1,80
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2 |
Youmdor (2-1-1-4)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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74,0 |
B. J. Cooper
W. P. Mullins |
37,30
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3 | | 2 | |
3 |
Besitzer: Mrs Patricia Pugh Abstammung: v. Stowaway a.d. Liss Rua Züchter: Niall Flynn Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Bob Back
Pym (1-1-5)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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73,0 |
Nico De Boinville
Nicky Henderson |
14,40
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3 |
Besitzer: Mr Steven Packham Abstammung: v. Authorized a.d. Hyde Züchter: Christophe Toulorge Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Poliglote
Goshen (6-3-10-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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74,0 |
Jamie Moore
Gary Moore |
5,80
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3 |
Besitzer: Mr John P. Mcmanus Abstammung: v. Lucarno a.d. Programmee Züchter: Mme D. Berchon & Haras de Saint Voir Geschlecht: Stute Großvater: Kahyasi
Dame De Compagnie (5-1-1-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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72,0 |
Aidan Coleman
Nicky Henderson |
13,40
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3 |
Besitzer: Mr Edward J. Ware Abstammung: v. Saint Des Saints a.d. Ladeka Züchter: I. Catsaras, V. Dubois & M. Dubois Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Linda's Lad
Saint Sam (1-1-2-4-2)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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73,5 |
P. Townend
W. P. Mullins |
5,10
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4 |
Besitzer: Mr John P. Mcmanus
Ok Corral (1-15-9-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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72,0 |
Mark Walsh
Nicky Henderson |
31,20
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4 |
Besitzer: Mr Simon Munir/mr Isaac Souede Abstammung: v. Muhtathir a.d. King's Daughter Züchter: Jean-Marc Lucas Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: King's Theatre
James Du Berlais (2-1-2-1-2)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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74,0 |
Daryl Jacob
W. P. Mullins |
14,90
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4 |
Besitzer: Sullivan Bloodstock Limited Abstammung: v. Saint Des Saints a.d. Orcantara Züchter: Pierre Goral Geschlecht: Stute Großvater: Villez
Dolcita (1-3-2-2-3)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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72,0 |
Paddy Brennan
Fergal O'Brien |
****
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4 |
Besitzer: Craig & Laura Buckingham Abstammung: v. Gleneagles a.d. Hallouella Züchter: Deerpark Stud Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Halling
Cabot Cliffs (1-3-4-1-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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72,5 |
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton |
12,80
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5 |
Besitzer: Gigginstown House Stud
Milan Native (1-1-2-15)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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71,0 |
Jack Kennedy
Mrs Denise Foster |
6,60
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5 |
Besitzer: Lady Blyth Abstammung: v. Beat Hollow a.d. Papillon De Bronze (IRE) Geboren: 2012 Züchter: Lord Blyth Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Marju
Not So Sleepy (1-4-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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74,0 |
Jonathan Burke
Hughie Morrison |
90,70
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5 |
Floressa (2-9-1-4-2)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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72,0 |
Nico De Boinville
Nicky Henderson |
36,70
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5 |
Besitzer: Annus Mirabilis Syndicate
Druid's Altar (1-3-6-2-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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71,5 |
Hugh Morgan
Joseph Patrick O'Brien |
24,60
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6 |
Besitzer: Lady Dulverton Abstammung: v. Jeremy a.d. Mydadsabishop Züchter: Maura Canavan Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Bishop Of Cashel
Happygolucky (3-4-1-2-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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70,0 |
David Bass
Kim Bailey |
4,20
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6 |
Saldier (1-1-6-6)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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74,0 |
Daniel Mullins
W. P. Mullins |
82,40
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6 |
Besitzer: Mr Malcolm C. Denmark
Great White Shark (3-7-1-1-7)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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72,0 |
Daniel Mullins
W. P. Mullins |
24,00
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6 |
Besitzer: Chanelle Phar. Ltd Abstammung: v. Dark Angel a.d. Pirouette Züchter: The Lavington Stud Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Pivotal
Busselton (6-1-2-3)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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71,5 |
J. J. Slevin
Joseph Patrick O'Brien |
7,40
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2 | | | |
7 |
Besitzer: Bryan Drew Abstammung: v. Poliglote a.d. Rosadame Züchter: Richard Corveller & Mr Ange Corveller Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Bonbon Rose
Alnadam (1-2-1-8-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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69,5 |
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton |
6,00
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7 |
Besitzer: Mrs S. Ricci Abstammung: v. Doctor Dino a.d. Saaryeh Züchter: Ecurie Haras De Beauvoir Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Royal Academy
Sharjah (2-4-10-1-3)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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74,0 |
P. Townend
W. P. Mullins |
11,90
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7 |
Besitzer: Mr Philip Rocher Abstammung: v. Schiaparelli a.d. Spin The Wheel Züchter: John O'Connor Geschlecht: Stute Großvater: Kalanisi
Indefatigable (1-1-7-3-6)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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72,0 |
Rex Dingle
Paul Webber |
31,00
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7 |
Besitzer: Noel Moran/mrs Valerie Moran Abstammung: v. Martaline a.d. Angesse Züchter: Yannick Fouin Geschlecht: Stute Großvater: Indian River
Riviere D'Etel (5-2-1-3)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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71,0 |
Jack Kennedy
Mrs Denise Foster |
7,70
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8 |
Besitzer: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede
Delire D'Estruval (7-2-3-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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68,5 |
Daryl Jacob
Ben Pauling |
83,20
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8 |
Silver Streak (6-1-2-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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74,0 |
Tom O'Brien
Evan Williams |
19,10
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8 |
Besitzer: Mr K. Alexander
Minella Melody (1-18-2-2-2)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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72,0 |
Rachael Blackmore
Henry De Bromhead |
10,40
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8 |
Besitzer: Mrs Jane Williams Abstammung: v. Balko a.d. Sainte Cupid Züchter: E.A.R.L. Haras Du Mondant Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Saint Des Saints
Balko Saint (2-2-3-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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71,0 |
Chester Williams
Mrs Jane Williams |
25,00
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9 |
Besitzer: Mr Trevor Hemmings Abstammung: v. Cloudings a.d. Rare Vintage Züchter: Gleadhill House Stud Ltd Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Germany
Vintage Clouds (5-8-7-5-3)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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68,5 |
Ryan Mania
Sue Smith |
39,30
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9 |
Besitzer: Mr John P. Mcmanus Abstammung: v. No Risk At All a.d. Kadjara Züchter: Francois-Xavier & Anne Doulce Lefeuvre Geschlecht: Stute Großvater: Silver Rainbow
Epatante (1-1-1-1-2)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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71,0 |
Aidan Coleman
Nicky Henderson |
5,60
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9 |
Besitzer: Barnane Stud Abstammung: v. Martaline a.d. Reste Ren Or Züchter: Mr George Clohessy Geschlecht: Stute Großvater: Goldneyev
My Sister Sarah (2-2-3-1-4)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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72,0 |
B. J. Cooper
W. P. Mullins |
40,00
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9 |
Besitzer: N.H.J Racing Syndicate Abstammung: v. Kitten's Joy a.d. Secret Union Züchter: Kenneth L. Ramsey & Sarah K. Ramsey Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Dixie Union
Longclaw (4-1-1-1-4)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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70,0 |
Simon Torrens
John Mcconnell |
92,00
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10 |
Besitzer: The Odd Fellows Partnership Abstammung: v. Salutino a.d. Collinstown Queen Züchter: P. Gavin Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: King's Ride
Discordantly (1-4-9)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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68,0 |
Robbie Power
Mrs J. Harrington |
11,00
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10 |
Besitzer: Mr K. Alexander Abstammung: v. Sulamani (IRE) a.d. First Royal (GER) Geboren: 2014 Züchter: Dr G. W. Guy Geschlecht: Stute Großvater: Lando
Honeysuckle (1-1-1-1-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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71,0 |
Rachael Blackmore
Henry De Bromhead |
1,80
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10 |
Besitzer: Mrs Sarah Faulks
Roksana (2-4-1-3-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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72,0 |
Harry Skelton
Dan Skelton |
3,30
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10 |
Besitzer: Sir Martin Broughton & Friends 6 Abstammung: v. Martaline a.d. Queen Margot Züchter: Kerry Ann Kepa & Auregann Kepa Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Muhtathir
Hell Red (2-1-3)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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69,5 |
Bryony Frost
Paul Nicholls |
48,10
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11 |
Besitzer: The Whacko Partnership Abstammung: v. Kayf Tara a.d. Bobs Bay (IRE) Geboren: 2011 Züchter: R. J. Croker Geschlecht: Wallach
Admiral's Secret (2-1-1-1-3)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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68,0 |
Alan Johns
Victor Dartnall |
27,40
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11 |
Besitzer: Chasing Gold Racing Club Abstammung: v. Milan a.d. Mhuire Na Gale Züchter: Margaret Treacy On His Own Stables Geschlecht: Stute Großvater: Norwich
Whitehotchillifili (6-5-2-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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72,0 |
Sean Bowen
Harry Fry |
182,30
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11 |
Besitzer: Deva Racing Syndicate Abstammung: v. Zoffany a.d. Ardbrae Lady Züchter: Summerhill B/Stock & Lynch Bages Ltd Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Overbury
Glorious Zoff (6-1-2-3-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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69,5 |
Keith Donoghue
Mrs Denise Foster |
41,20
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12 |
Besitzer: Forty Winks Syndicate 2 & Partne Abstammung: v. Shirocco (GER) a.d. One Gulp Geboren: 2014 Züchter: R. J. McAlpine Geschlecht: Wallach
One For The Team (3-2-5-5)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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67,0 |
Tom Scudamore
Nick Williams |
9,70
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Besitzer: Mr L. Mulryan Abstammung: v. Zoffany a.d. Australienne Züchter: Wertheimer Et Frere Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Monsun
Zoffanien (6-3-3-2-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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69,5 |
Richard Johnson
Denis G. Hogan |
14,80
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13 |
Besitzer: Mcneill Family And Prodec Networ Abstammung: v. Kapgarde a.d. Ges Züchter: Olivia Goupil Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Hours After
The Wolf (2-1-5-4-3)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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65,5 |
A. P. Heskin
Olly Murphy |
32,00
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Besitzer: Booth Evans Giles & Sullivan Blo
Houx Gris (1-2-3-1-3)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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68,5 |
Harry Cobden
Paul Nicholls |
7,50
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14 |
Besitzer: D Gilbert, M Lawrence, A Bruce, Abstammung: v. Poet's Voice a.d. Ganga (IRE) Geboren: 2013 Züchter: West Stow Stud Ltd Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Generous
Nietzsche (5-3-3-3-3)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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64,5 |
Jonathan Burke
Brian Ellison |
45,30
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Besitzer: Hostages To Fortune Abstammung: v. Dunaden (FR) a.d. Litewska (IRE) Geboren: 2017 Züchter: R. F. and S. D. Knipe Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Mujadil
Soldier On Parade (1-1-6-1-8)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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68,5 |
Jack Quinlan
Amy Murphy |
209,20
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15 |
Besitzer: Equi Ex Incertis Partners
Soupy Soups (5-6-1-11)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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64,5 |
Robert Dunne
Neil Mulholland |
131,20
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Besitzer: M. Bucher Abstammung: v. Free Eagle a.d. Reclamation Züchter: Margaret Sinanan & Irish National Stud Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Red Ransom
Coltor (5-1-2-4-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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68,0 |
Jonjo O'Neill Jr.
D. K. Weld |
12,80
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16 |
Besitzer: Cahill, Atwell & Crofts
Fingerontheswitch (2-4-9-8)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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62,5 |
Millie Wonnacott
Neil Mulholland |
71,90
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Besitzer: Mcneill Family & Niall Farrell Abstammung: v. Raven's Pass a.d. Superfonic Züchter: T. Mahon Geschlecht: Stute Großvater: Zafonic
Her Indoors (1-2-2-2-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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68,0 |
A. P. Heskin
Alan King |
36,60
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Besitzer: The Imperium Syndicate Abstammung: v. Make Believe a.d. Purple Sage Züchter: Michael Phelan & Make Believe Syndicate Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Danehill Dancer
Sage Advice (1-3-1-2-3)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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68,0 |
Sam Twiston-Davies
Dr Richard Newland |
17,80
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Besitzer: Mrs J. A. Wakefield Abstammung: v. Starspangledbanner a.d. Bright Bank Züchter: Churchtown, Lane & Orpendale Bloodstock Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Sadler's Wells
Tinnahalla (2-5-4-2-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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67,5 |
Non Partant
Olly Murphy |
****
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Besitzer: Kate & Andrew Brooks
Burgundy Man (10-2-8)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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67,0 |
Gavin Sheehan
Venetia Williams |
196,40
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Besitzer: The Nevers Racing Partnership Ii Abstammung: v. Cokoriko a.d. Uddy Züchter: Jacques Cypres Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Voix Du Nord
Homme Public (2-2-2-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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67,0 |
Henry Brooke
Oliver Greenall |
15,20
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Besitzer: Albert Dravins/eamonn Scanlon
Jeff Kidder (1-2-5-1-7)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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67,0 |
Sean Flanagan
Noel Meade |
76,60
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Besitzer: Caveat Emptor Partnership Abstammung: v. Tin Horse a.d. Dame Du Floc Züchter: Sarah Lhermite Geschlecht: Wallach Großvater: Peintre Celebre
Elham Valley (6-5-1-4-3)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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66,5 |
Paddy Brennan
Fergal O'Brien |
92,50
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Besitzer: Mrs J. A. Wakefield
Curious Bride (5-5-2-1)
Hufbeschlag vorne und hinten |
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66,0 |
Denis O'Regan
Noel Meade |
46,80
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Tipps
Forecast:
1.20 APPRECIATE IT (IRE); 4.50 METIER (IRE); 5.00 BALLYADAM (IRE); 6.00 SOARING GLORY (IRE); 8.00 BLUE LORD (FR); 11.00 AND BETTER OTHERS.
Preview:
No crowd, no roar and a unique Cheltenham Festival kicks off here, but there could be a familiar feel about the opener, with Willie Mullins fancied to win it for the fifth time in the last nine years courtesy of APPRECIATE IT. Last year's Champion Bumper runner-up hasn't put a foot wrong over hurdles so far this season, progressing from a Cork maiden to win a couple of Grade 1 events at Leopardstown, and he could pound his rivals into submission here. He was devastating at Christmas, if slightly more workmanlike last time, and with Paul Townend sure to make this a proper test from towards the front end, it will take a good one to get past him coming up the famous hill. Ballyadam and stablemate Blue Lord finished second and third respectively behind him at the Dublin Racing Festival and it could be a similar outcome today, with the best of the English, Metier and Soaring Glory, seemingly needing to up their game to be competitive.
Horse comments:
Horse | Comment |
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1 - APPRECIATE IT (IRE) | 1-3fav (11-12) Led and disputed, slight mistake 2 out, soon led, ridden entering straight, kept on well from before last, won at Leopardstown 2m nov hdl G2 (1) in Feb beating Ballyadam (11-12) by 3 1/2l, 13 ran |
2 - BALLYADAM (IRE) | 10-1 (11-12) Mid-division, progress into 4th 2 out, ridden into 2nd entering straight, no impression on leader before last where slight mistake, kept on same pace run-in, 2nd of 13, 3 1/2l behind Appreciate It (11-12) at Leopardstown 2m nov hdl G2 (1) in Feb |
3 - BLUE LORD (FR) | 14-1 (11-12) Held up towards rear, progress in 8th 2 out, soon ridden, under pressure in 6th before last, kept on run-in, no impression on leaders, 3rd of 13, 6l behind Appreciate It (11-12) at Leopardstown 2m nov hdl G2 (1) in Feb |
4 - FOR PLEASURE (IRE) | 50-1 (11-5) Led, headed 2 out, soon ridden for effort, no extra from last, 14th of 23, 19l behind Soaring Glory (10-7) at Newbury 2m hcp hdl Grade 3 (1) gs in Feb |
5 - GRUMPY CHARLEY | 5-4 (11-9) Chased leader, driven after 2 out, wandered slightly and led before last, stayed on flat, won at Chepstow 2m hcp hdl 0-135 (3) sft in Feb beating Eamon An Cnoic (10-6) by 2 1/4l, 5 ran |
6 - IRASCIBLE (FR) | 12-1 (11-12) Led and disputed, ridden in 2nd after 2 out, no extra in 4th before last, kept on one pace, 5th of 13, 9l behind Appreciate It (11-12) at Leopardstown 2m nov hdl G2 (1) in Feb |
7 - METIER (IRE) | 7-4fav (11-7) Held up in close 5th on inside, headway on bit before 2 out, led before last and soon clear, drew right away run-in, impressive, won at Sandown 2m nov hdl Grade 1 (1) hvy in Jan beating Shakem Up'arry (11-7) by 12l, 7 ran |
8 - SOARING GLORY (IRE) | 17-2 (10-7) Midfield, good headway to chase leaders before 2 out, led going well approaching last, ridden after last, ran on strongly flat, won at Newbury 2m hcp hdl Grade 3 (1) gs in Feb beating Fifty Ball (10-5) by 3l, 23 ran |
Tipps
Forecast:
0.44 SHISHKIN (IRE); 4.00 ALLMANKIND; 8.00 CAPTAIN GUINNESS (IRE); 10.00 FRANCO DE PORT (FR); 11.00 AND BETTER OTHERS.
Preview:
Up until a few days ago this looked like being the clash of the Festival, but with Willie Mullins' Energumene picking up an injury late on and forced to sit it out, SHISHKIN now has the race at his mercy. The strapping son of Sholokhov overcame an extremely troubled passage to win last year's Supreme Novices' Hurdle and he has since taking to fences like a duck to water, effortlessly winning three races including twice at Grade 2 level. There is seemingly no chinks in his armour and it would be a huge shock if he got turned over. Allmankind, who is also three from three over fences, looks the obvious danger but his aggressive style of racing should set the race up perfectly for the favourite. If he runs out of gas at the bottom of the hill, Leopardstown's Racing Post Novice Chase winner Franco De Port could be best placed to pick up the pieces and take second.
Horse comments:
Horse | Comment |
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1 - ALLMANKIND | 4-7fav (11-3) Led, not fluent 1st, awkward 6th, drew clear approaching 2 out where blundered, ridden before last, stayed on strongly flat, won at Warwick 2m nov chs G2 (1) sft in Feb beating Sky Pirate (11-0) by 17l, 4 ran |
2 - CAPTAIN GUINNESS (IRE) | 10-1 (11-12) Tracked leader, 2nd halfway, close up when fell 2 out, in a race won by Energumene (11-12) at Leopardstown 2m 1f nov chs G1 (1) sft in Feb, 9 ran |
3 - ELDORADO ALLEN (FR) | 8-1 (11-5) Tracked leader, led soon after 5th, joined when hit 4 out and headed, no chance with impressive winner, 2nd of 4, 9l behind Shishkin (11-5) at Doncaster 2m nov chs G2 (1) sft in Jan |
4 - FRANCO DE PORT (FR) | 5-1 (11-12) Mid-division, mistake 3rd and dropped towards rear, 6th 4 out, pushed along and headway after 2 out, went 2nd at last, ridden and no impression on easy winner run-in, kept on one pace, 2nd of 9, 10l behind Energumene (11-12) at Leopardstown 2m 1f nov chs G1 (1) sft in Feb |
5 - NUMITOR | 7-4fav (11-7) Led until after 2nd, chased leader, in front again 9th until 2 out, soon no chance with winner, mistake and lost 2nd last, no extra in 3rd run-in, 3rd of 7, 18l behind Belargus (10-9) at Sandown 1m 7f hcp chs 0-130 (3) hvy in Feb |
6 - SHISHKIN (IRE) | 1-7fav (11-5) Jumped well, kept bit wide tracking leaders, went bit left and bumped 4th, went 2nd 6th, challenged and led 4 out, soon clear, impressive, won at Doncaster 2m nov chs G2 (1) sft in Jan beating Eldorado Allen (11-5) by 9l, 4 ran |
Tipps
Forecast:
3.00 HAPPYGOLUCKY (IRE); 5.50 ONE FOR THE TEAM; 6.00 AYE RIGHT (IRE); 10.00 ALNADAM (FR); MILAN NATIVE (IRE); 11.00 AND BETTER OTHERS.
Preview:
Happygolucky fits plenty of key trends for this race and has been well backed over the last fortnight for a trainer enjoying an excellent season so far. Novice chasers often do well in this event, and Kim Bailey's charge does have all-important course form having won here in December, beating The Mighty Don and Hold The Note without much fuss. He is fairly handicapped off 147 and is fancied to go close. Trained by Harriet Graham in the Scottish Borders, AYE RIGHT has impressed this season in big-field handicaps. Second in the Ladbroke at Newbury behind Grand National favourite Cloth Cap and third in the Charlie Hall at Wetherby behind the top-class Cyrname, it is hard to ignore his consistency. He was also second in the Sky Bet Chase at Doncaster when last seen and the booking of Richard Johnson really catches the eye. He has gone up 3lb, but Cepage carries top weight and that will help the selection. Milan Native won the Kim Muir here last season but the Irish have a poor record in this contest.
Horse comments:
Horse | Comment |
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1 - CEPAGE (FR) | 7-1 (11-4) Sweated up badly, chased leaders, not fluent 3rd, lost place 11th, pushed along and outpaced before 4 out, plugged on to grab fourth after last, 4th of 7, 15l behind Secret Investor (11-0) at Newbury 2m 7f chs G2 (1) gs in Feb |
2 - AYE RIGHT (IRE) | 8-1 (11-7) Chased leader, led 5th until 7th, led again 10th until before next, in front again after 13th, rider dropped whip before 2 out, headed and no extra final 110 yards, 2nd of 11, 1 1/4l behind Takingrisks (11-2) at Doncaster 3m lstd hcp chs (1) sft in Jan |
3 - PYM (IRE) | 7-2 (11-8) Tracked leaders, chased clear winner 12th, ridden and every chance 3 out, weakened flat, 5th of 10, 11l behind Yorkhill (10-10) at Newcastle 2m 7f listed hcp chs (1) gd in Nov |
4 - OK CORRAL (IRE) | 9-1 (11-12) Mid-division on inside, smooth headway tracking leaders 10th, went 2nd before 2 out, challenged last, stayed on under pressure to lead towards finish, won at Doncaster 3m lstd hcp chs (1) gs in Jan '20 beating Fingerontheswitch (10-5) by 1/2l, 14 ran |
5 - MILAN NATIVE (IRE) | 28-1 (11-3) Held up, progress into 8th 5 out, ridden and no extra 2 out, 15th of 22, 37l behind Castlebawn West (11-10) at Leopardstown 3m hcap ch in Dec |
6 - HAPPYGOLUCKY (IRE) | 13-8fav (11-6) Chased leader, challenged 4 out, stumbled 3 out, led before 2 out, clear and edged left flat, stayed on, ridden out, won at Cheltenham 3m 1f nov chs (2) gs in Dec beating The Mighty Don (11-6) by 4l, 5 ran |
7 - ALNADAM (FR) | 3-1fav (11-10) Tracked leading pair, went 2nd 11th (water), pushed along and led approaching 3 out, clear before next, driven out, won at Sandown 2m 4f hcp chs 0-140 (3) hvy in Feb beating Clan Legend (11-5) by 6l, 10 ran |
8 - DELIRE D'ESTRUVAL (FR) | 40-1 (11-0) Always rear-division, tailed off 14th, pulled up after 4 out, in a race won by Clondaw Castle (11-8) at Kempton 3m hcp chs G3 (1) gd in Feb, 17 ran |
9 - VINTAGE CLOUDS (IRE) | 17-2 (11-10) Led, reminder 6th, headed 12th, led again next, headed after 2 out, no extra last, took 3rd close home, 3rd of 7, 19l behind Claud And Goldie (10-11) at Kelso 2m 7f Ltd hcp chs (2) sft in Feb |
10 - DISCORDANTLY (IRE) | 11-1 (11-2) Mid-division, fell 5 out, in a race won by The Big Dog (10-11) at Punchestown 3m 4f hcap ch sft in Feb, 18 ran |
11 - ADMIRAL'S SECRET | 16-1 (10-12) Held up in rear, some headway 13th, ridden off the pace 3 out, still plenty to do approaching last, stayed on strongly flat, nearest finish, 3rd of 12, 1 3/4l behind Two For Gold (11-6) at Warwick 2m 4f hcp chs (2) sft in Feb |
12 - ONE FOR THE TEAM | 5-1 (10-11) Chased leaders on inside, pushed along after 14th, ridden and weakened before next, 5th of 11, 33l behind Takingrisks (11-2) at Doncaster 3m lstd hcp chs (1) sft in Jan |
13 - THE WOLF (FR) | 17-2 (11-4) Led, not fluent 11th, reminder after next, headed 4 out, no extra from 2 out, 3rd of 5, 20l behind Chantry House (11-4) at Wetherby 2m 5f nov chs (4) sft in Feb |
14 - NIETZSCHE | 9-1 (10-2) Not always fluent in rear, headway after 3 out, close up 2 out, 3rd and no extra flat, 3rd of 9, 14l behind Sky Pirate (10-1) at Cheltenham 2m hcap ch (2) sft in Dec |
15 - SOUPY SOUPS (IRE) | 100-1 (10-5) Towards rear, no chance when slightly hampered by faller 4 out, 11th of 17, 36l behind Clondaw Castle (11-8) at Kempton 3m hcp chs G3 (1) gd in Feb |
16 - FINGERONTHESWITCH (IRE) | 18-1 (9-7) Always towards rear, 8th of 17, 24l behind Clondaw Castle (11-8) at Kempton 3m hcp chs G3 (1) gd in Feb |
Tipps
Forecast:
2.00 HONEYSUCKLE; 2.75 EPATANTE (FR); 3.50 GOSHEN (FR); 10.00 ABACADABRAS (FR); 11.00 AND BETTER OTHERS.
Preview:
Nicky Henderson and, even more so, J P McManus have made this race their own in recent years, with Epatante making it four wins in a row for the top owner (and three wins from the last four runnings for Henderson) 12 months ago. The seven-year-old made an impressive reappearance when winning the Fighting Fifth at Newcastle and warrants respect as she bids to defend her crown, but she looked flat when turned over by Silver Streak in the Ladbrokes Christmas Hurdle last time and can be taken on with the other mare in the field, HONEYSUCKLE, today. Whereas the former arrives under a bit of a cloud, Henry De Bromhead's charge produced a career-best performance when bolting up in the Irish Champion Hurdle at Leopardstown last time, a jaw-dropping effort that convinced connections to have a crack at this. She turned over the very smart Benie Des Dieux in last season's Mares' Hurdle, so that ticks the travelling and handling Cheltenham boxes, and is fancied to maintain her unbeaten record this afternoon, to make it 11 out of 11 under Rules. Tom O'Brien has picked up a nice spare ride on the aforementioned Silver Streak and he could run into a place.
Horse comments:
Horse | Comment |
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1 - ABACADABRAS (FR) | 10-1 (11-12) Ran 4th, went 2nd after 2 out, soon pushed along and no impression on winner in straight, ridden and kept on one pace run-in, 2nd of 6, 10l behind Honeysuckle (11-5) at Leopardstown 2m hdl G1 (1) in Feb |
2 - ASPIRE TOWER (IRE) | 6-1 (11-9) Led, not fluent 3 out, pressed 2 out where not fluent, ridden run-in, soon strongly pressed, headed final 100 yards, kept on same pace, 2nd of 7, 2l behind Sharjah (11-12) at Leopardstown 2m hdl G1 (1) sft in Dec |
3 - GOSHEN (FR) | 10-3 (11-2) Led early, chased leader, led going strongly after 3 out, drew clear before 2 out, easily, won at Wincanton 1m 7f hdl G2 (1) hvy in Feb beating Song For Someone (11-8) by 22l, 6 ran |
4 - JAMES DU BERLAIS (FR) | (10-7) 2nd of 7, shd behind Moises Has (10-7) at Auteuil(FR) 2m 3f 4yo hdl Grd 1 hvy in Nov |
5 - NOT SO SLEEPY | 20-1 (11-6) Raced keenly, made virtually all, possibly headed briefly 4th, clear when edged left run-in, stayed on gamely, won at Ascot 2m hcp hdl Grade 3 (1) hvy in Dec beating Buzz (11-12) by 1 3/4l, 17 ran |
6 - SALDIER (FR) | 16-1 (11-12) Disputed lead early, tracked leader in 2nd, lost place after 4 out, pushed along and dropped towards rear after 2 out, weakened, last of 6, well behind Honeysuckle (11-5) at Leopardstown 2m hdl G1 (1) in Feb |
7 - SHARJAH (FR) | 10-3 (11-12) Held up in rear, some headway 2 out, pushed along and no impression entering straight, moderate 3rd approaching last, no extra, kept on one pace, 3rd of 6, 19l behind Honeysuckle (11-5) at Leopardstown 2m hdl G1 (1) in Feb |
8 - SILVER STREAK (IRE) | 13-2 (11-7) Made all, set good pace and soon clear, reduced lead 3rd, hit next, went clear again 4 out, looked vulnerable between last 2, over 2 lengths ahead good jump and in command last, kept on gamely, unchallenged, won at Kempton 2m hdl G1 (1) gs in Dec beating Epatante (11-0) by 7l, 5 ran |
9 - EPATANTE (FR) | 1-5fav (11-0) Hit 1st, tracked leaders on inside, tracked winner after next until before 3rd, 2nd again before 4 out, mistake next, pushed along before 2 out, ridden and tried to close between last 2, over 2 lengths down and no impression last, 2nd of 5, 7l behind Silver Streak (11-7) at Kempton 2m hdl G1 (1) gs in Dec |
10 - HONEYSUCKLE | 10-11fav (11-5) Tracked leaders, headway to dispute lead 4 out and led after next, asserted and 4 lengths clear 2 out, pushed along in straight and not fluent last, stayed on well run-in, easily, won at Leopardstown 2m hdl G1 (1) in Feb beating Abacadabras (11-12) by 10l, 6 ran |
Tipps
Forecast:
1.10 CONCERTISTA (FR); 3.00 ROKSANA (IRE); 5.50 DAME DE COMPAGNIE (FR); 11.00 AND BETTER OTHERS.
Preview:
Concertista got the better of Dolcita (second) to land the Mares' Novices' Hurdle at this meeting 12 months ago and has looked a cut above when plundering a pair of Graded contests against her own sex in Ireland this season. She extended her advantage over Minella Melody (second to Concertista the last twice) to over six lengths at Leopardstown during the Christmas period, with Black Tears (third) and My Sister Sarah (fourth) also amongst the beaten horses that day. Roksana took advantage of the fall of Benie Des Dieux when landing this in 2019 and drops back in trip having done little wrong so far this term. Last year's Coral Cup winner Dame De Compagnie is one of two in the race for Nicky Henderson, alongside Gerry Feilden winner Floressa. However, with the prospect of drying ground, it may be worth taking a chance on INDEFATIGABLE, who has a fantastic course record and stormed up the hill to pinch the Martin Pipe last year. She is rated just 4lb inferior to Concertista, but can bridge that gap with conditions and the track firmly in her favour.
Horse comments:
Horse | Comment |
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1 - BLACK TEARS | 2-5fav (10-13) Tracked leaders, slight mistake 7th, closed up next, 2nd approaching 2 out travelling smoothly, led approaching last, soon asserted and stayed on well, comfortably, won at Punchestown 2m 4f hdl G3 (1) sft beating The Getaway Star (10-13) by 5l, 5 ran |
2 - CONCERTISTA (FR) | 4-5fav (11-9) Raced off pace in 5th, took closer order before 3rd, moderate 5th 4 out, progress to moderate 3rd before 3 out, headway 2 out, led narrowly before last, ridden and ran on strongly run-in, won at Leopardstown 2m 4f hdl G3 (1) sft in Dec beating Minella Melody (11-7) by 7l, 7 ran |
3 - DAME DE COMPAGNIE (FR) | 15-2 (10-11) Tracked leaders, pushed along before 11th (water), dropped to last pair when badly hampered by faller and unseated rider 12th, in a race won by Sporting John (11-4) at Sandown 2m 4f nov chs G1 (1) hvy in Feb, 7 ran |
4 - DOLCITA (FR) | 16-1 (11-0) In rear, headway when awkward 4 out, ridden after 3 out, stayed on under pressure from last, 3rd of 6, 21l behind Molly Ollys Wishes (11-0) at Warwick 2m 5f mrs hdl (listed) (4yo+) (1) hvy in Feb |
5 - FLORESSA (FR) | 2-1fav (11-4) Tracked leader, led before 3 out, flattened 3 out, joined next, ridden and headed before last, stayed on same pace run-in, no chance with easy winner, 2nd of 6, 4 1/2l behind Miranda (11-0) at Doncaster 2m 1f hdl G2 (1) sft in Jan |
6 - GREAT WHITE SHARK (FR) | 2-1fav (10-12) Mid-division, ridden and lost place after 3 out, no extra before 2 out where slight mistake, weakened, 7th of 10, well behind Sams Profile (11-5) at Gowran Park 3m hdl G2 (1) hvy in Jan |
7 - INDEFATIGABLE (IRE) | 11-1 (10-11) Chased leaders out wide, went 2nd before 5th, every chance 3 out until pushed along and weakened on long run before next, 6th of 7, 37l behind Mcfabulous (11-3) at Kempton 2m 5f hdl G2 (1) sft in Jan |
8 - MINELLA MELODY (IRE) | 17-2 (11-7) Led, pressed at 6th, increased advantage after 3 out, reduced advantage 2 out, headed before last, ridden and kept on same pace, no chance with winner, 2nd of 7, 7l behind Concertista (11-9) at Leopardstown 2m 4f hdl G3 (1) sft in Dec |
9 - MY SISTER SARAH (IRE) | 11-2 (11-1) Tracked leader in clear 2nd, challenged leader at 6th, closed 2 out, dropped to 4th and weakened before last, 4th of 7, 24l behind Concertista (11-9) at Leopardstown 2m 4f hdl G3 (1) sft in Dec |
10 - ROKSANA (IRE) | 8-15fav (11-6) Held up in 4th, closed 4 out, went 2nd on bit after 2 out, challenged last, soon led, cruised clear, won at Ascot 2m 7f hdl G2 (1) sft in Jan beating Magic Of Light (11-6) by 8l, 4 ran |
11 - WHITEHOTCHILLIFILI (IRE) | 8-1 (11-4) Towards rear, ridden in rear after 7th, weakened before 4 out and lost touch, tailed off when pulled up before 2 out, in a race won by Molly Ollys Wishes (11-0) at Warwick 2m 5f mrs hdl (listed) (4yo+) (1) hvy in Feb, 6 ran |
Tipps
Forecast:
5.50 HOUX GRIS (FR); 6.00 SAINT SAM (FR); 7.00 COLTOR (IRE); 8.00 BUSSELTON (FR); 11.00 AND BETTER OTHERS.
Preview:
Houx Gris is the 'talking' horse in this race having been put up on almost every preview panel in the build up. He was beaten 20 lengths when third on his first start for Paul Nicholls at Chepstow earlier in the year, but has reportedly come on plenty since then and been saved for this contest ever since. Saint Sam finished second behind Quilixios in Grade 1 company at Leopardstown last month, though his prestigious handler doesn't have a great record in this race and the third from that contest, BUSSELTON, might just be open to greater improvement receiving 4lb from the Willie Mullins-trained runner now in handicap company. The selection was also second on Irish debut behind Zanahiyr, who is joint-favourite for the Triumph Hurdle later in the week, and could pay the form a handsome compliment wearing cheekpieces for the first time. The Mastercraftsman gelding looks sure to be suited by this test of stamina, and a UK handicap mark of 135 looks more than fair on what will be just his fifth career start for Joseph O' Brien, who won this in 2019 with Band Of Outlaws.
Horse comments:
Horse | Comment |
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1 - NASSALAM (FR) | 11-10 (11-6) Led, joined 4th and headed next, led again 3 out but headed next, stayed on but no match for winner, 2nd of 4, 8l behind Monmiral (11-6) at Haydock 2m 4yo hdl (2) sft in Feb |
2 - YOUMDOR (FR) | 10-3 (11-2) Held up, several slight mistakes, 4th before 2 out, ridden and no impression after 2 out, soon no extra and weakened, 4th of 6, well behind Quilixios (11-2) at Leopardstown 2m 4yo hdl Grade 1 (1) in Feb |
3 - SAINT SAM (FR) | 15-2 (11-2) Led, 6-length advantage 3 out, reduced advantage before next, ridden and joined entering straight, soon headed, no extra in 2nd before last, slight mistake last, kept on same pace, 2nd of 6, 6l behind Quilixios (11-2) at Leopardstown 2m 4yo hdl Grade 1 (1) in Feb |
4 - CABOT CLIFFS (IRE) | 15-8 (11-10) Made all, jumped well and quick, clear after 3 out, eased close home, won at Warwick 2m 4yo hdl (4) sft in Feb beating Heross Du Seuil (11-4) by 17l, 7 ran |
5 - DRUID'S ALTAR (IRE) | 13-8fav (10-12) Led, not fluent 2nd and joined, headed approaching 3rd and raced in 2nd, on terms before 3 out, led from 2 out, slight mistake last, strongly pressed run-in, stayed on well to assert closing stages, won at Naas 1m 7f nov hdle sft in Feb beating Zoffanien (10-13) by 2 1/4l, 5 ran |
6 - BUSSELTON (FR) | 18-1 (11-2) Settled behind leader early, held up in 4th from 3rd, slight mistake 3 out, 3rd before next, ridden and no impression on leaders after 2 out, kept on same pace from before last, 3rd of 6, 10l behind Quilixios (11-2) at Leopardstown 2m 4yo hdl Grade 1 (1) in Feb |
7 - RIVIERE D'ETEL (FR) | 11-10fav (10-10) Prominent, raced keenly, led after 1st, jumped a little right at times, joined 4 out and soon headed, on terms again 3 out, ridden and headed before last, no impression in 3rd when bumped run-in, kept on one pace, 3rd of 7, 3 1/2l behind Thedevilscoachman (11-7) at Navan 2m 2f nov hdle hvy in Jan |
8 - BALKO SAINT (FR) | 6-5 (10-3) Raced keenly, led and went clear with runner up before 3rd, joined 2 out, narrowly headed approaching last, ridden and rallied run-in to lead again, won at Wincanton 1m 7f nh nov hdl (4) gs beating Robin's Dream (11-2) by nk, 15 ran |
9 - LONGCLAW (USA) | 16-5 (10-12) Chased leaders, not always fluent, no impression before 3 out, kept on flat, 4th of 7, 13l behind Duffle Coat (10-12) at Wetherby 2m 3yo lst hdl (1) gs in Oct |
10 - HELL RED (FR) | 4-11fav (10-13) Prominent, pushed along before 2 out, 3rd and held when not fluent last, no extra flat, 3rd of 14, 8l behind Pol Crocan (11-8) at Wincanton 1m 7f nh nov hdl (4) hvy in Feb |
11 - GLORIOUS ZOFF (IRE) | 10-3 (10-12) Held up in rear, awkward 3rd, in touch 4 out, ridden 3 out, lost touch with leading pair 2 out, one pace, 3rd of 5, 33l behind Monmiral (11-3) at Doncaster 2m 1f 3yo hdl Grd 2 (1) gs in Dec |
12 - ZOFFANIEN (IRE) | 6-4fav (11-2) Tracked leader in 2nd for most, mistake 3 out, improved to lead travelling well approaching last, ridden and stayed on strongly inside final furlong, comfortably, won at Naas 1m 7f 4yo hcp hdl in Feb beating Rock Chica (10-2) by 9l, 9 ran |
13 - HOUX GRIS (FR) | 13-2 (11-0) Chased leaders, led before 3 out, soon headed, every chance when mistake 2 out, soon lost 2nd, no extra before last, 3rd of 8, 23l behind Adagio (11-0) at Chepstow 2m 4yo hdl Grade 1 (1) sft in Jan |
14 - SOLDIER ON PARADE | 20-1 (11-1) Tracked leading pair, went 2nd before 3rd until 3 out, soon pushed along and weakened, 8th of 9, 44l behind Tritonic (10-12) at Kempton 2m 4yo hdl Grade 2 (1) gd in Feb |
15 - COLTOR (IRE) | 11-4fav (11-9) Tracked leaders, disputed 3rd after 2nd, challenged and on terms before 2 out, soon led, strongly pressed and stayed on well closing stages to hold on at the finish, won at Naas 2m 4yo mdn hdl in Jan beating Showbusiness (11-9) by nk, 18 ran |
16 - HER INDOORS (IRE) | 11-2 (10-12) Held up in 5th, not fluent 4th, closed next, led 3 out, jumped left last, stayed on well, clear towards finish, won at Doncaster 2m 1f Listed hdle (1) sft in Jan beating Talking About You (11-3) by 6l, 7 ran |
17 - SAGE ADVICE (IRE) | 4-6fav (11-2) Held up in rear, awkward 2nd, in touch when not fluent 3 out, ridden and outpaced 2 out, one pace from before last, last of 3, 8l behind Hystery Bere (11-5) at Fontwell 2m 2f 4yo hdl (4) hvy in Feb |
18 - TINNAHALLA (IRE) | 13-8fav (10-12) Made all, almost joined 2 out, soon in command, driven out, no time taken and limited comments due to poor visibility, won at Catterick 2m 4yo hdl (4) hvy in Feb beating Homme Public (10-12) by 2 3/4l, 8 ran |
19 - BURGUNDY MAN (FR) | (10-7) 8th of 14, 29l behind Demnat (10-7) at Fontainebleau(FR) 2m 2f 3yo hdl hvy in Nov |
20 - HOMME PUBLIC (FR) | 11-8fav (10-12) Tracked leaders on inside, 2nd going well approaching 3 out, led 2 out, soon clear, good jump last, stayed on strongly, won at Market Rasen 2m 1f 4yo mdn hdl (4) sft in Feb beating Gilbertina (10-0) by 7l, 9 ran |
Tipps
Forecast:
1.75 GALVIN (IRE); 4.00 ESCARIA TEN (FR); NEXT DESTINATION (IRE); 7.00 LORD ROYAL (FR); 8.00 REMASTERED; 11.00 AND BETTER OTHERS.
Preview:
This has been the plan for Galvin ever since he brought up a four-timer here over three miles in October and the seven-year-old, who is unbeaten since finishing second to Imperial Aura in the novice handicap at this meeting last year, looks to hold a leading chance. Soldier Of Love was second in that course clash in the autumn and conditions make him interesting. However, preference is for stablemate NEXT DESTINATION, who has been rerouted to this instead of the Brown Advisory Novices' Chase on Wednesday. He has quietly gone about his business, picking up a pair of Grade 2 chases since switching to fences and the Grade 1-winning hurdler has hit the frame on both occasions he has appeared at this meeting. Escaria Ten was second in a Naas Grade 3 in January and is likely to be suited by the step up in trip, while fellow Irish raider Lord Royal also appeals hailing from Willie Mullins' powerful yard. Reynoldstown winner Remastered and the gutsy mare Snow Leopardess are others to consider in what is typically a gruelling event.
Horse comments:
Horse | Comment |
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1 - EDEN DU HOUX (FR) | 8-1 (11-2) Chased (clear) leader, not fluent 9th, lost 2nd 4 out, weakened soon after, 5th of 10, 11l behind My Way (11-1) at Kempton 2m 4f hcp chs 0-130 (3) gd in Feb |
2 - ESCARIA TEN (FR) | 11-4 (11-2) Chased leaders early, slight mistake 8th and raced in 5th, took closer order 6th, slight mistake and pecked 5 out, chased winner and jumped slightly right 2 out, kept on without matching winner run-in, 2nd of 8, 1 3/4l behind Eklat De Rire (11-2) at Naas 3m 1f nov chs Grd 3 (1) hvy in Jan |
3 - GALVIN (IRE) | 2-1fav (11-8) Restrained towards rear, not fluent 10th, headway before 4 out, close up 3 out, ridden and upsides 2 out, led approaching last, stayed on strongly run in, won at Cheltenham 3m nov chs (2) gd in Oct beating Soldier Of Love (11-8) by 7l, 6 ran |
4 - LITHIC (IRE) | 9-2 (11-0) Jumped left, led, bumped rival 1st and briefly had rivals rein tangled up in jockeys leg, clear at various stages, blundered and headed 4 out, soon weakened, refused 2 out, in a race won by Highland Hunter (11-8) at Carlisle 3m 2f nov ltd hcp chs 0-135 (3) hvy in Feb, 5 ran |
5 - LORD ROYAL (FR) | 5-2 (12-0) Disputed, headed but still travelling well 3 out, soon on terms again, headed 2 out, ridden and switched right before last, stayed on run-in and gaining on winner close home, held, 2nd of 9, 3/4l behind Mr Hendricks (12-0) at Navan 3m beg chase hvy in Jan |
6 - MACGILONEY (IRE) | 3-1 (11-6) Slightly slow 1st and pushed along briefly, waited with behind leaders, closed up 7 out, soon 2nd, on terms from 3 out travelling smoothly, led 2 out and pushed along, under pressure and edged left after last, stayed on well closing stages, won at Fairyhouse 3m 1f nov ch in Feb beating Key Commander (11-4) by 2l, 4 ran |
7 - NESTOR PARK (FR) | 10-3 (10-7) Prominent, lost place 9th, towards rear 11th, headway 14th, ridden after 4 out, blundered 3 out, moved into modest 2nd 2 out, stayed on from last, 2nd of 8, 8l behind Lieutenant Rocco (10-12) at Ffos Las 3m nov chs (4) hvy in Feb |
8 - NEXT DESTINATION (IRE) | 10-11fav (11-5) Mostly disputed lead, pushed along 12th, left in lead 3 out, pressed last, driven flat, stayed on and holding 2nd final 100 yards, won at Warwick 3m nov chs G2 (1) sft in Jan beating Fiddlerontheroof (11-0) by 1 1/2l, 3 ran |
9 - OFALLTHEGINJOINTS (IRE) | 5-4fav (11-1) Held up in rear, slow jump 2nd, reminders 10th, not fluent 11th, pushed into 3rd 13th, ridden and lost place 14th, weakened 4 out, tailed off from 3 out, last of 4, well behind Hurricane Harvey (11-1) at Doncaster 3m nov chs Grade 2 (1) gs in Dec |
10 - REMASTERED | 9-2 (11-0) Most jumped well, made all, hit 11th, pushed along and joined 2 out, ridden to assert approaching last, stayed on strongly run-in, won at Ascot 3m nov chs G2 (1) sft in Feb beating Demachine (11-0) by 4l, 6 ran |
11 - SOLDIER OF LOVE | 13-2 (11-8) Led, mistake 3rd, headed 8th, led before 12th, soon headed, mistake 14th, disputing 2nd when not fluent 3 out, soon weakened, pulled up before last, in a race won by The Big Breakaway (11-0) at Cheltenham 3m nov chs (2) sft in Nov, 5 ran |
12 - THE MIGHTY DON (IRE) | 18-1 (11-4) Chased leaders out wide, pushed along over 3f out, weakened over 2f out, 11th of 12, 10l behind Young Lieutenant (11-4) at Kempton 2m 2f NH flat (4) std in Feb |
13 - SNOW LEOPARDESS | 10-3fav (10-13) Tracked leaders, went 2nd 5 out, left in lead 4 out, ridden and joined 2 out, headed towards finish, 2nd of 8, 3/4l behind Canelo (11-6) at Wetherby 3m Grade 3 hcp chs (4yo+) (1) sft in Dec |