Uttoxeter Race 3 - Support The Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal Mares' Mdn Hurdle (Gbb Race)
MERRY WOOD (12) Resumes from a break of 32 weeks. Bold effort when winning last run at Huntingdon. Sean Bowen and Olly Murphy have a high strike rate together. Respect against this field. MILLY OCEAN (13) Nice run when 3rd last run at Chepstow and putting a tidy record together. Will be motoring home late. Winnable race. MAGIKA BELLA (11) First time at the races 4yo by Beaumec De Houelle for trainer Ben Pauling. Watch the market moves. CRAZY ALICE (8) Racing as a debutant 4yo by Affinisea for Tom Lacey. Betting as a guide.

Jockey: K Brogan
Weight: 72.5kgs
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First up from a spell of 30 weeks. Competed in a tight contest last time at Southwell. First start for a new trainer. Not interested.
Last Starts 212 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/10 | 01/04/2026 | - | Conditional/Amateurs | $4,427.00 | Southwell | 3183m | GOOD | Toby Mccain Mitchell | 66kg | - | 8-7-7-4-3-1-3 | 0 |
| 0.3L | $51.00 |
| 99/10 | 22/01/2026 | - | Conditionals & Amateurs | $3,935.00 | Huntingdon | 3173m | SOFT | Jay Tidball | 72kg | - | - | 0 |
| 999L | $12.00 |

Jockey: Brendan Powell
Weight: 72.5kgs
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Racing fresh after a break of 33 weeks. Was overpowered late when 3rd beaten by nearly 9L last run at Sedgefield. Shows good early pace. Significant improvement required.
Last Starts 234 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/4 | 10/03/2026 | - | GBB Race | $4,427.00 | Sedgefield | 3381m | GOOD | Philip Armson | 71kg | - | 1-2-1-2-4-4-3 | 0 |
| 8.5L | $2.25 |
| 4/10 | 26/11/2025 | - | Conditional & Amateur Jockeys | $4,673.00 | Wetherby | 3218m | SOFT | Philip Armson | 71kg | - | 5-3-4-3-3-5-4 | 0 |
| 5.2L | $12.00 |

Jockey: Kielan Woods
Weight: 72.5kgs
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First up after a 29 week break. Started at $19.00 and came in 4th last start in a hurdle at Haydock. Rather have another day.
Last Starts 209 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/7 | 04/04/2026 | - | GBB Race | $9,837.00 | Haydock | 3149m | GOOD | Charlie Maggs | 69kg | - | 3-2-2-2-4-4-4 | 0 |
| 20.75L | $19.00 |
| 4/7 | 03/03/2026 | - | Conditional/Amateur | $4,427.00 | Newcastle | 3392m | GOOD | Charlie Maggs | 71.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 10.5L | $10.00 |
| 3/10 | 26/11/2025 | - | Conditional & Amateur Jockeys | $4,673.00 | Wetherby | 3218m | SOFT | Charlie Maggs | 71kg | - | 9-9-9-6-1-1-3 | 0 |
| 3.2L | $10.00 |

Jockey: Caoilin Quinn
Weight: 72.5kgs
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First start at the races 5yo by Doctor Dino for trainer Tom Symonds. Respect the betting.

Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies
Weight: 72.5kgs
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Back from a break. Came on strongly when 2nd last time at Fontwell. Might be ridden for luck. Could feature here.
Last Starts 177 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/9 | 06/05/2026 | - | GBB Race | $4,427.00 | Fontwell | 3567m | GOOD | Harry Bannister | 67.5kg | - | 7-6-5-3-1-1-2 | 0 |
| 2.25L | $6.00 |
| 3/12 | 14/03/2026 | - | GBB Race | $7,082.00 | Uttoxeter | 3171m | SOFT | James Bowen | 71kg | - | 10-8-9-8-6-3-3 | 0 |
| 14L | $13.00 |

Jockey: Theo Gillard
Weight: 72.5kgs
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Resuming after a spell. Jumped at $6.50 and faded to finish 6th last start at Bangor but having second career run. Displays good tactical speed. Could not recommend.
Last Starts 160 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/9 | 23/05/2026 | - | GBB Race | $6,886.00 | Bangor | 3351m | GOOD | Theo Gillard | 71kg | - | 1-1-1-1-4-6-6 | 0 |
| 25.2L | $6.50 |

Jockey: Tristan Durrell
Weight: 72.5kgs
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Debutant 4yo by Order Of St George for trainer Daniel Skelton. Market as guide.

Jockey: Stan Sheppard
Weight: 72.5kgs
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4yo by Affinisea having first race start for trainer Tom Lacey. Keep your eye on the market.

Jockey: Thomas Bellamy
Weight: 72.5kgs
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Improved to place when 3rd last run at Epsom. Great chance.
Last Starts 50 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/6 | 10/09/2026 | - | GBBPlus Race | $11,804.00 | Epsom | 2419m | GOOD TO SOFT | Harry Vigors | 60.5kg | - | 4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4 | 7 |
| 2.8L | $6.50 |
| 8/12 | 12/08/2026 | - | GBBPlus Race | $15,738.00 | Kempton | 2413m | STANDARD TO SLOW | Harry Vigors | 61kg | - | 6-7-6-5-5-3-3-3 | 8 |
| 9.55L | $41.00 |
| 6/7 | 31/05/2026 | - | GBBPlus Race | $24,593.00 | Nottingham | 2057m | GOOD | Harry Vigors | 61.5kg | - | 7-7-7-7-7-7-6-7 | 7 |
| 8.6L | $13.00 |
| 4/9 | 01/05/2026 | - | Listed | $68,859.00 | Goodwood | 2412m | GOOD | Hollie Doyle | 58kg | - | 7-7-7-6-6-6-5-6 | 7 |
| 6.45L | $29.00 |
| 1/8 | 30/03/2026 | - | GBB/GBBPlus Race | $11,805.00 | Kempton | 2211m | GOOD | Rossa Ryan | 64.5kg | - | 5-5-4-4-4-4-4-4 | 4 |
| 1.25L | $4.50 |
| 7/9 | 16/01/2026 | - | Listed | $34,430.00 | Market Rasen | 3332m | GOOD | Thomas Bellamy | 66kg | - | 6-4-4-5-7-7-7 | 0 |
| 34.45L | $5.00 |
| 2/12 | 17/12/2025 | - | GBB Race | $6,886.00 | Newbury | 3281m | GOOD | Thomas Bellamy | 73kg | - | 12-11-8-9-1-1-2 | 0 |
| 0.2L | $4.33 |
| 1/13 | 30/10/2025 | - | GBB Race | $4,427.00 | Stratford | 3282m | GOOD | Thomas Bellamy | 70kg | - | 7-7-3-5-5-1-1 | 0 |
| 1.75L | $9.50 |

Jockey: R T Dunne
Weight: 72.5kgs
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Resuming after a 27 week spell. Picked up late ground when 2nd last start at Plumpton. First race for a new trainer. Much prefer the look of others in this race.
Last Starts 194 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/7 | 19/04/2026 | - | GBB Race | $4,917.00 | Plumpton | 3574m | GOOD | James Davies | 67.5kg | - | 5-5-5-4-3-2-2 | 0 |
| 0.5L | $41.00 |
| 14/14 | 18/03/2026 | - | GBB Race | $3,934.00 | Huntingdon | 3173m | GOOD | James Davies | 70kg | - | 4-2-2-2-13-14-14 | 0 |
| 41.65L | $81.00 |
| 4/6 | 13/02/2026 | - | GBB Race | $5,902.00 | Fakenham | 3221m | SOFT | James Davies | 64.5kg | - | 5-4-5-5-5-5-4 | 0 |
| 18.75L | $13.00 |

Jockey: Ben Jones
Weight: 72.5kgs
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First race appearance 4yo by Beaumec De Houelle for Ben Pauling. Watch early betting.

Jockey: S Bowen
Weight: 72.5kgs
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Back from a break of 32 weeks. Romped home to win last run at Huntingdon. Jockey Sean Bowen and trainer Olly Murphy enjoy a strong success rate. Has definite claims.
Last Starts 226 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/14 | 18/03/2026 | - | GBB Race | $3,934.00 | Huntingdon | 3173m | GOOD | Sean Bowen | 73kg | - | 2-1-1-1-1-1-1 | 0 |
| 2.75L | $4.20 |
| 1/8 | 22/09/2025 | - | 3Y | $15,101.00 | Angers | 2299m | GOOD | Arnaud Bourgeais | 62.5kg | - | - | 3 |
| 2.5L | $12.00 |
| 0/9 | 17/09/2025 | - | 3Y | $9,099.00 | Moulins | 2399m | GOOD | Arnaud Bourgeais | 62.5kg | - | - | 2 |
| 99L | $6.00 |

Jockey: Jack Hogan
Weight: 72.5kgs
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Ran well when 3rd last run at Chepstow and solid career start. Displays very good finishing speed. Good prospects.
Last Starts 20 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/8 | 10/10/2026 | - | 4 | $7,082.00 | Chepstow | 3233m | GOOD TO SOFT | Fern Obrien | 70kg | - | - | 0 |
| 5.71L | $3.50 |
| 1/14 | 22/04/2026 | - | GBB Race | $5,902.00 | Ludlow | 3172m | GOOD | Jonathan Burke | 67.5kg | - | 7-4-4-3-1-1-1 | 0 |
| 3.25L | $3.75 |
| 4/14 | 18/03/2026 | - | GBB Race | $3,934.00 | Huntingdon | 3173m | GOOD | Jonathan Burke | 70kg | - | 14-14-13-11-5-4-4 | 0 |
| 5.05L | $15.00 |

Jockey: N De Boinville
Weight: 72.5kgs
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First up from a 32 week spell. Was $6.00 and weakened under pressure when 10th last time at Huntingdon but having second race start. Looks optimistic.
Last Starts 226 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/14 | 18/03/2026 | - | GBB Race | $3,934.00 | Huntingdon | 3173m | GOOD | James Bowen | 70kg | - | 6-5-4-4-6-7-10 | 0 |
| 22.15L | $6.00 |