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Blackmore and Sparkford Vale Preview
The Wessex point-to-point programme moves on to the very popular Charlton Horethorne course situated on the Somerset/Dorset border when the Blackmore and Sparkford Vale hold their meeting next Sunday. Situated alongside the B3145 between Sherborne and Wincanton the course always attracts high quality horses and this year is no exception. The current going report is good to soft and a seven race card starting at 12.30pm is preceded by two pony races starting at 11.30am
There will be a big screen to watch the races near the paddock and plenty of trade stands including hot and cold food and a licensed bar. The bookmakers will be in attendance to have a wager or two. The cost of entry for early bird tickets up to 6pm on 6th March is £12.50 per person from gbpointing.co.uk and £20 on the gate with under 16s free. Racecards are £3 each and can be taken to Wincanton racecourse on Monday 23rd March to gain free entry.
The meeting begins with the Hunt Members race sponsored by Paul Nicholls Racing and of the six entries local trainer Sam Loxton holds a strong hand with both Duc de Bourbon and Histrionic and with the latter holding an entry in the Mixed Open the first named is likely to be his choice. He has not hit top form this season but this four time winning pointer may regain his winning ways. Illico de Cotte won a Novice Riders race at Badbury Rings under Molly Armytage and a repetition of that form may be good enough. Gelino Bello won on his pointing debut for new trainer Charlie Sprake at Larkhill and this former Grade 1 winning hurdler is taken to follow up if he does not opt for the Mixed Open.
The Tattersalls Cheltenham GB Pointing Bonus Maiden for four- and five-year-olds often throws up a promising sort and from the ten entries only four of these have had a previous outing. Hoo’s The Jet was a close second on his debut for Josh Newman at Chaddesley Corbett and was subsequently sold and is now under the care of Grace Mogg who is yet to have a runner in her name. Will Biddick has Uncle Boss who fell at Badbury in a similar race. Of the newcomers Chris Barber always does well in these races and his entry Noble Thistle by Crystal Ocean is a half brother to Master Templar a prolific winner for Gina Andrews. Josh Newman has two entries in the form of Maitre D’Oudairies and Micky Haller and his choice should be noted. Fran Poste has won this race before and the well-related Dean Gary is another to consider. Noble Thistle is the selection.
The Open Maiden sponsored by Manor Farm Partnership may be won by Strolling Along trained by Will Biddick. Giving away a stone and a half to Hive Runner at Larkhill he was only beaten two lengths and with all his rivals carrying the same weight he would be the choice. Josh Newman has two ex Irish placed geldings in the form of Champagne Blue and Make Idaho Great and his choice should be respected. Myfanwy’s Magic was still in contention when being hampered and falling at Badbury and ought to be in the mix. Priceforlove was placed at Badbury and again has place possibilities. Strolling Along is the pick.
The Paul Barber Mixed Open has attracted a talented entry of eight horses with the very promising Al Gasparo at the head of the ratings. Already the winner of two Open races at Wadebridge and Charing he is the one to beat but he has some strong potential rivals. If they miss the Hunt race both Gelino Bello and Illico de Cotte will be fancied to lower Al Gasparo’s colours. Histrionic won well at Larkhill but was no match for Grace A Vous Enki on his last outing. Walk of No Shame was closing on Illico de Cotte at Badbury when running out and a repeat would give him a chance. Al Gasparo is chosen to keep his unbeaten record.
The Conditions race sponsored by Alec Jarrett Ltd may be won by Lavorante who has already won eight point to points and was only beaten at Cocklebarrow in the final stages of a longer race. Go Sacre Go won well at Badbury but was pulled up at Wincanton on his last outing. Caspers Court was in good winning form last season and is likely to be partnered by Tilly Garton seeking her first winner. Wireless Operator ran well for Oliver Chamings and a repeat would give him a chance. Lavorante can use his experience to win this race.
The Restricted race sponsored by Church House Investments may see a second victory for Dollanstown who won well at Badbury as part of Will Biddick’s five timer. Eileen’s Milan won both his outings last season and he should be on the short list. Carillo won well at Larkhill but was well beaten last time. Off the Press won the young Maiden at this meeting last year but has not progressed this season. Madame Lestrange won at Wadebridge but was well beaten on his return to the Cornish course. Dollanstown is the pick.
The final race The Intermediate is a qualifier for the Exeter Intermediate race due to be held on 17th April. Couer D’Alene was most impressive at Badbury Rings and a further success should follow based on that performance. Ultimate Survivor has been in good form this season and has a chance. Good Boy Eric had good form last season but fell on his seasonal debut. Glancing Hill has been very consistent this season and may be the one to give Couer D’Alene the most to do. Talimar Pearl after two outings this season is another to consider possibly at longer odds. Couer D’Alene is the nap for this race.
