HEREFORD: This comprehensive response outlines the details for all scheduled Hereford races in chronological order, based on the provided sources.

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2.12 BetWright Bet The Wright Way Mares’ “National Hunt” Maiden Hurdle (GBB Race)

(Class 4) £7,700 Total Race Value | 2m 53y | GOOD

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated

  1. Ride Like A Girl (Total Rating: 283)
  2. Lady Kara (Total Rating: 260)

Recent Form and Comments

HorseRecent Form (Latest)Comments
Ride Like A GirlFinished 3rd (1-4107 RPR) 20 days ago.Ran third behind respected opposition on her hurdling debut (2m, good). She wore a hood for her bumper win but not for her hurdling debut. She would have finished closer without making one or two mistakes.
Lady KaraFinished 2nd (0-2102 RPR) 36 days ago.Has shown a similar sort of form in three good-ground bumpers, wearing a hood in her latest run. She is entitled to challenge in this company if she adapts well to hurdles.

Spotlight Verdict

It was probably a better race in which RIDE LIKE A GIRL ran third at Warwick and she’d have been closer without mistakes. Border Gem had the form of her last bumper run given a boost last week and she’s second choice ahead of Lady Kara and Ninna Collina.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups (W-PL-R): 4yo 1-0-8, 5yo 2-3-10, 6yo 0-0-2.
  • Fate of Favourites (Wins/Runs): U41 (1 win from 4 runs).
  • Trainer Records: Trainer records for this specific race are not provided in the summary statistics.

Assessment of Top Two Chances

HorseStrengthsWeaknessesSuitability
Ride Like A GirlSets the standard based on her performance in what was likely a better race at Warwick. High TimeWise Master rating (283).Made mistakes on her hurdling debut which cost her placing.Suitable for the grade (Class 4). Needs to avoid jumping errors.
Lady KaraShowed consistent form in bumpers. Expected to be in the mix if she takes to hurdles.Unproven over hurdles. Lower TimeWise Master rating (260).Suitable for the grade (Class 4). Needs a smooth hurdling debut.

2.42 BetWright Bangers N’Cash Novices’ Hurdle (GBB Race)

(Class 4) £7,700 Total Race Value | 2m 53y | GOOD

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated

  1. Jackstell (Total Rating: 329)
  2. Whatyouwaitingfor (Total Rating: 292)

Recent Form and Comments

HorseRecent Form (Latest)Comments
JackstellWon (1-3111 RPR) 12 days ago.Has consistently performed well since being switched to hurdles. He was comprehensively on top when winning at Warwick (2m, good) 12 days ago.
WhatyouwaitingforWon (0-5103 RPR) 53 days ago.Rewarded for his consistency with a narrow maiden victory at Newton Abbot (2m2f, good).

Spotlight Verdict

Jackstell has to rate a very solid contender but BIG BOY BARNEY beat a Graded performer in his Irish point and appears to be making progress under rules. Useful Flat horse Marhaba The Champ has Sean Bowen aboard for this hurdling debut.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups (W-PL-R): Not provided explicitly for this race.
  • Fate of Favourites (Wins/Runs): Not provided explicitly for this race.
  • Trainer Records: Not provided explicitly for this race.

Assessment of Top Two Chances

HorseStrengthsWeaknessesSuitability
JackstellHighly rated by TimeWise (329). Very solid contender with recent winning form.Carries a penalty.Looks sure to be involved in the finish.
WhatyouwaitingforConsistent runner, recently gaining a maiden win. High TimeWise Master rating (292).Carries a penalty. His maiden form is considered not strong.Expected to run well despite the penalty.

3.12 BeatWright: Beat The Wright Way Handicap Chase

(Class 5) £6,150 Total Race Value | 2m 4f 194y | GOOD

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated

  1. Jimmyjeroo (Total Rating: 229)
  2. Zacony Rebel (Total Rating: 206)

Recent Form and Comments

HorseRecent Form (Latest)Comments
JimmyjerooFinished 4th (1-3101 RPR) 16 days ago.Won from the front over the course and distance (C&D) in April (good). He returns carrying only 2lb more than that winning mark. His recent run at Market Rasen might have been necessary to sharpen him up.
Zacony RebelFinished 8th (1-9101 RPR) 20 days ago.Won at Worcester in July (2m4f, good) when racing in first-time blinkers. His subsequent performances have been thoroughly underwhelming.

Spotlight Verdict

It’s hard to know which way to turn as none of those are convincing. JIMMYJEROO has won around here and he might be the answer. Designer Destiny returns to rules with Sean Bowen booked and that bodes well. Clearisthewater won a point and may improve for fences.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups (W-PL-R): 6yo 0-1-1, 7yo 1-1-9, 8yo 0-1-4, 9yo 1-0-2, 10yo 0-0-1.
  • Fate of Favourites (Wins/Runs): 64 (1 win from 6 runs).
  • Trainer Records: Trainer records for this specific race are not provided in the summary statistics.

Assessment of Top Two Chances

HorseStrengthsWeaknessesSuitability
JimmyjerooCourse and distance winner. Back on a potentially good mark (2lb higher than last C&D win). TimeWise Master rating (229).Recent run at Market Rasen was unconvincing.Suitable as a front-runner over this trip.
Zacony RebelProven winner this season over 2m4f in blinkers.Recent form has been poor. Moderate TimeWise Master rating (206).Needs the blinkers to spark a full return to form; requires a major bounce-back.

3.42 BetWright Safer Gambling Novices’ Limited Handicap Hurdle

(Class 5) £6,150 Total Race Value | 3m 1f 119y | GOOD

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated

  1. Jungle Wood (Total Rating: 247)
  2. Jager Time (Total Rating: 242)

Recent Form and Comments

HorseRecent Form (Latest)Comments
Jungle WoodFinished 3rd (0-289 RPR) 32 days ago.Has found his optimal grade in handicaps, highlighted by a win at Worcester. His latest run was a close third at Uttoxeter (approx. 2m7f on good ground), where he dug deep.
Jager TimeFinished 2nd (0-399 RPR) 11 days ago.Posted his best handicap performance to date when narrowly beaten over 3m at Southwell (good). This was his first start beyond 2m4f under rules.

Spotlight Verdict

Sara Bradstock’s JUNGLE WOOD (nap) has found his level in handicaps and it’s hard to envisage him not being involved in this company. Southwell second Jager Time is unexposed as a stayer and feared most. Knightsbridge would be of some interest if backed on this handicap debut.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups (W-PL-R): Not provided explicitly for this race.
  • Fate of Favourites (Wins/Runs): Not provided explicitly for this race.
  • Trainer Records: Not provided explicitly for this race.

Assessment of Top Two Chances

HorseStrengthsWeaknessesSuitability
Jungle WoodProven form in handicaps and consistently runs close (won/placed in last three runs). High TimeWise Master rating (247). Tipped as the Spotlight Nap.None apparent; hard to envisage him not being involved.Highly suitable for this grade and trip.
Jager TimeDelivered a major personal best over 3m at Southwell. Unexposed potential as a stayer. Strong TimeWise Master rating (242).Only slightly lower rated than Jungle Wood by TimeWise.Highly suitable for this staying trip (3m 1f 119y) based on recent evidence. Feared most by Spotlight.

4.15 Join The 2025/2026 Hereford Racing Club Handicap Hurdle

(Class 4) £7,700 Total Race Value | 2m 5f 163y | GOOD

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated

  1. Donnie Azoff (Total Rating: 280)
  2. Jeudidee (Total Rating: 280)

Recent Form and Comments

HorseRecent Form (Latest)Comments
Donnie AzoffFinished 3rd (0-2111 RPR) 32 days ago.Knows how to win. His last run, a close finish in a Class 3 handicap at Uttoxeter (2m4f, good), was bordering on his best form.
JeudideeFinished 3rd (0-00 RPR) 43 days ago.A dual novice hurdle winner. Has paid her way over fences earlier this year. She reverts to hurdling off a 4lb lower mark.

Spotlight Verdict

Jeudidee (second choice) and Ballintubber Boy are both respected on their returns to hurdling but DONNIE AZOFF probably ran as well as he ever has when close up in a Class 3 handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter a month ago.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups (W-PL-R): 5yo 0-1-1, 6yo 0-0-1, 7yo 1-1-4, 8yo 0-0-2.
  • Fate of Favourites (Wins/Runs): Not provided explicitly for this race.
  • Trainer Records: Not provided explicitly for this race.

Assessment of Top Two Chances

HorseStrengthsWeaknessesSuitability
Donnie AzoffHigh TimeWise Master rating (280). In excellent recent form, approaching his best performance level in higher class.None apparent; Tipped as the selection.Suited to the trip (2m 5f 163y) based on his recent 2m4f form.
JeudideeHigh TimeWise Master rating (280). Reverts to hurdles off a lower, competitive mark.Latest run over fences was a disappointing 21l defeat.Should be involved coming back to her preferred sphere.

4.45 Spa Motors Hereford Handicap Chase

(Class 5) £6,150 Total Race Value | 3m 1f 44y | GOOD

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated

  1. Ballynaheer (Total Rating: 260)
  2. Anytrixwilldo (Total Rating: 234)

Recent Form and Comments

HorseRecent Form (Latest)Comments
BallynaheerFinished 2nd (1-7108 RPR) 21 days ago.Made all over 3m2f at Fontwell last month. Followed up by finishing runner-up in a Class 4 there, beating Unspeakable and Born At Midnight. Competitively weighted off the same mark here.
AnytrixwilldoFinished 4th (0-3104 RPR) 101 days ago.Won over 3m4f at Taunton (good to firm) in April wearing first-time cheekpieces. Finished third over 3m2f at Fontwell the following month.

Spotlight Verdict

Unspeakable could reverse Fontwell placings with Ballynaheer at these weights but Radharc Na Slaine (second choice) looks a big player under Bowen now returned to further, while it might be foolish to dismiss IRON D’EX. The selection is on a good mark and has an eyecatching record when fresh.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups (W-PL-R): Not provided explicitly for this race.
  • Fate of Favourites (Wins/Runs): Not provided explicitly for this race.
  • Trainer Records: Not provided explicitly for this race.

Assessment of Top Two Chances

HorseStrengthsWeaknessesSuitability
BallynaheerExcellent recent form over staying trips (win and a runner-up spot). Runs off an advantageous mark equal to his last Class 4 second. High TimeWise Master rating (260).May be vulnerable to Unspeakable on these weight terms.Highly suitable, proven over this trip and mark.
AnytrixwilldoHas winning form over extreme distances (3m4f) and is capable of a big run. Moderate TimeWise Master rating (234).Profile is inconsistent.Suitable for the staying trip (3m 1f 44y).

5.20 St Michaels Hospice Fireworks 1st November Mares’ Handicap Hurdle

(Class 5) £6,150 Total Race Value | 2m 3f 147y | GOOD

TimeWise Master Top Two Rated

  1. Quick Of The Night (Total Rating: 232)
  2. Northern Rose (Total Rating: 228)

Recent Form and Comments

HorseRecent Form (Latest)Comments
Quick Of The NightFinished 3rd (0-595 RPR) 20 days ago.Her recent run over 2m3f was fairly respectable. However, she may potentially be a better horse over the shorter trip of 2m.
Northern RoseFinished 2nd (0-3102 RPR) 27 days ago.A longstanding maiden. She finished a 7l second at Uttoxeter (2m, good) off a career-low mark when wearing cheekpieces for the first time.

Spotlight Verdict

In an open race the suggestion is NORTHERN ROSE who was clear of the rest behind an in-form horse at Uttoxeter. Prairie Queen could go well provided she’s better behaved than last time. Quick Of The Night is third choice.

Race Statistics

  • Age Groups (W-PL-R): 3yo 0-0-1, 4yo 0-2-8, 5yo 2-4-17, 6yo 5-3-24, 7yo 1-3-11, 8yo 0-0-7, 9yo 0-1-1, 10yo 0-0-2, 11yo 0-0-1, 12yo 0-0-1.
  • Fate of Favourites (Wins/Runs): 11225224 (8 wins from 11 runs – Note: this figure appears unusual for a FoF statistic, but is reported directly from the source).
  • Trainer Records (W-PL-R): Mel Rowley 1-0-1, Dave Roberts 0-1-1, Evan Williams 0-1-1, Henry Daly 0-1-2.

Assessment of Top Two Chances

HorseStrengthsWeaknessesSuitability
Quick Of The NightHigh TimeWise Master rating (232). Respectable form over distance.May prefer a 2m trip. Spotlight ranks her third choice.Moderately suitable for the 2m 3f 147y trip.
Northern RoseShowed strong improvement when finishing runner-up last time, pulling clear of the field. Benefits from cheekpieces. Tipped as the selection.Longstanding maiden. TimeWise Master rating slightly lower (228).Highly suitable if replicating her recent Uttoxeter form.

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