Good afternoon, on behalf of everyone at Brighton racecourse, it is a great pleasure to welcome you to Ladies Day on the second day of fabulous racing festival.
We are delighted to once again welcome Jennings Bet to the racecourse, they are the Festival Sponsors, and I would like welcome Derek and his team back to Brighton.
Race sponsorship is an excellent way to enhance your visit and there are various options available, please contact a member of the racing team on 01273 603580 if you fancy getting involved.
Our feature race today is the Brighton Challenge Cup, first ran in 1849, more information on our feature races, can be found on the adjacent pages.
Don’t forget to enter our Style awards for the best dressed lady, with a £500 prize for the winner plus a £100 voucher from the wonderful Jasmine therapy and Spa.
As well as the fabulous racing on offer, we also have lots going on around the course, with the Top Banana band performing throughout the day, you wont miss them, they are on stilts!
For something a little different we have the talented David Groves, caricaturist on site.
Keep an eye out for the wonderful statue man and don’t forget the newly introduced Insta wall in the grandstand.If you are lucky enough to be in our Ladies day marquee, we have the fantastic Jason Lee performing.
Saving the best till last, we have the fabulous Denise Van Outen here following racing with a stunning DJ set.
If you are joining us tomorrow, for the festival finale the gates will open at 12.30 with the first race at 2.30 and the last race at 5.30.
I hope you enjoy your day with us.
Paul Ellison Executive Director
MEET THE TEAM
Paul Ellison Executive Director
Sam Goatcher Financial Controller
Polly Chapman Business Manager
Richard Langley Head Groundsman
Brighton Racecourse is part of Arena Racing Company which includes; Bath, Chepstow, Doncaster, Ffos Las, Fontwell Park, Great Yarmouth, Hereford, Lingfield Park, Newcastle, Royal Windsor, Sedgefield, Southwell, Uttoxeter, Worcester and Wolverhampton racecourses.
Jack Hastings Clerk of the Course
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Abandonment Policy
In the event of a race meeting being abandoned after the first race has been run, no refund will be made in respect of admission charges and emergency admission tickets will be invalid.
Admission Policy
The Management reserves the right to refuse admission to, or expel any person from, the racecourse, without assigning a reason for so doing, and does not accept any responsibility for loss or damage to persons or to their property.
Disabled Users
Free parking is available by the turnstiles for blue badge holders. For disabled visitors requiring a carer, the carer is admitted free of charge. There is disabled access to both restaurants and a variety of disabled toilets across the racecourse
Dress Code
Racegoers are advised to wear attire suitable to the weather conditions, however patrons in the Premier Enclosure are requested not to wear sports shorts, ripped denim or football shirts. Shirts must be worn at all times in all enclosures
Emergency Procedures for your safety
Should an incident occur which is beyond our control, it is important that you are aware of how we intend to look after you. As part of our safety management, we have employed professionally trained and experienced security staff to be located at various points throughout the Racecourse This information is precautionary and we trust the procedures will not be needed. Please remember in the event of an emergency, to take your belongings with you and under the direction of Brighton Racecourse representatives, proceed quickly and quietly to the agreed area
HBLB
Prize Money
The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) has allocated £77.1m in prize money for 2026. Since 2000 HBLB has invested £1.5bn in prize money to support the British horseracing industry.
Horse & Jockey Welfare at Brighton
Nothing matters more to us when racing than the safety and welfare of both horse and rider Central to that is the track itself and our groundstaff do everything in their power to provide an optimum racing surface. On duty today we also have a
dedicated and experienced team of highlyqualified Vets, Doctors and Paramedics following the action at every stage Their key responsibility is to monitor and provide care to the competitors throughout their time at the racecourse The locations and vehicle movements of these skilled specialists during racing are designed to provide a rapid response to any incident across the site We also have a high-specification horse ambulance in attendance at every fixture to enable safe transport of a horse from the track to our on-site veterinary treatment facility for further treatment, or to the nearest equine referral hospital.
It is our standard practice to erect screens around any horse or jockey requiring attention on the course as this provides privacy and a safe, calm environment in which to accurately diagnose and treat the patient as necessary Please do not assume the worst if screens are erected around a horse We are fully committed to minimizing risk in our sport, to dealing professionally and efficiently with any injury, and to maintaining the highest possible quality of care for the horses and jockeys racing here today To find out more about our Equine Welfare policy, please visit our website www.brighton-racecourse.co.uk
Radios and Mobile Telephones
The use of all types of communication equipment is strictly controlled at all racecourses. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc., for any purpose at the racecourse Mobile telephones may not be used in or near any designated betting area, or for offcourse betting purposes. Further details are available from the racecourse office.
Photography
Racegoers may take photographs for private purposes in the Grandstand & Paddock and Premier Enclosure. Under no circumstances may photographs taken on the Racecourse be used for publication. Flash photography is extremely dangerous where horses are involved and we kindly ask you not to use flash photography anywhere in the Paddock or near the Winners’ Enclosure.
Taxi
A complimentary telephone is available in the Racecourse Reception to book taxis. Alternatively, racegoers can call Streamline Taxis on 01273 202020. It is advisable to book as far in advance as possible to avoid any delay.
The Brighton Racecourse Executive would like to thank our sponsors and wish them an enjoyable and prosperous day’s racing.
6 OFFICIALS 6
Stewards of the Meeting
Chief Steward Steve Drowne Stewards’ Panel Chair Allan Hepworth
Kate Smith, Fergus Sweeney
Starters
James Stenning
Sam Avis
Judge
Jane Green
Clerk Of The Scales
Chris Hill
Handicapper
Mark Olley
Veterinary Officer
Howard Newitt
Vets
Sussex Equine Hospital
Medical Officers
Dr Rizwan Ghani
Dr Robert Denney
Dr Rushda Ghani
Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers
Carol Leggett
Peter Double
Sarah Collins
Commentator
Simon Holt
Betting Ring Manager
Vicki Moore
Raceday Presenter
Colin Brown
Executive Director
Paul Ellison
Clerk of the Course
Jack Hastings
Lead Safeguarding Official
Paul Ellison 07787 254792
Deputy Safeguarding Lead
Jack Hastings 07917 574908
Head Groundsman
Richard Langley
Farrier
Martin Hogan, RSS
HOW TO READ YOUR RACECARD
colour graphic
No of days since last ran
form guide previous performances /=new season -=new year
Bold type shows all weather form
C=course winner
D=distance winner
CD=course & distance winner
BF=beaten favourite horse’s name horse’s saddlecloth number
draw age weight st-lbs
3 TRYSTER (IRE) (11) 3 3 9-5 (3)
B g Shamardal (USA) - Min Alhawa (USA) Adam Kirby
Godolphin Charlie Appleby, Newmarket Br Herbertstown House Stud Emirates
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort Third of 9 in maiden at Newmarket (10f, good to firm, 9/1) on debut 11 days ago, not knocked about. Open to plenty of improvement. TFR HHHHH BHA-
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey TrainerSponsor Star Ratings Explained
Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:
HHHHH Selected to win the race
HHHHI Good chance of being placed.
HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims.
HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. HIIII Can be given little or no chance.
OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED
The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability
The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).
The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating birthplace of horse if not Great Britain
HOW TO
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15:15
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FURLONGS (6F ABT 210YDS)
Total prize fund
£8000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) A SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (69 wins from 567 runners, 12%) runs PORT HEDLAND, RIVER WHARFE & ROCK MASTER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D & C Kubler (4 wins from 13 runners, 31%) runs SPIRITED DANCER
LONGEST TRAVELLER: ROCK MASTER & PORT HEDLAND & RIVER WHARFE trained by T Carroll, Cropthorne, 175 miles.
Multiple course winner RIVER WHARFE wasn’t beaten far at Windsor last time and gets the nod in a race which may not take a great deal of winning Valadero and Port Hedland can also make their presence felt.
Ch f Kameko (USA) - La Derniere Fois (IRE)
Mr P and Mrs L Rowe and Mr John Turner
Owen Lewis (5)
Jim Boyle, Epsom
Br Ken Carroll Jim Boyle Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to hit top form this season and she came
big step forward.
2BARNSNAPE BOY (GB) (15) 001440 CD 5 9-9(8)
Gr g Iffraaj - Scenesetter (IRE) Donagh Murphy (5)
The Lockdown Syndicate Jim Boyle, Epsom
Br Carisbrooke StudTote
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways over 7f here in June but not been in same form since, well-beaten eighth of 12 in
Lingfield 15 days ago TFRHHIII BHA47
3PORT HEDLAND (GB) (23) 006105 C BF 5 9-9(3)
Br g Cable Bay (IRE) - In Secret
Mark Wellbelove & Partner
Matthew Lloyd Slater (5)
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br The Earl Cadogan Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to winning ways in classified stakes over shorter trip at Bath in June Not in same form since but looks a likely player in this company TFRHHHII BHA50 (-1)
4RIVER WHARFE (GB) (17) 060605 CD 8 9-9(2)
Ch g Showcasing - Wahylah (IRE)
Mr A. W. Carroll
Molly Gunn (5)
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Shutford StudMill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Five-time course winner who ran better than the last twice when fifth of 7 in handicap at Windsor (1m, good to firm) 17 days ago Cheekpieces back on. Shortlisted. Engaged Brighton 3.00 Wednesday TFRHHHHH BHA50
5ROCK MASTER (IRE) (15) 0-00006
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Miss Gibraltar
49-9 (5)
Myla Coppins (5)
Khdrp Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Peter & Hugh McCutcheon Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who was again below form when sixth of 12 in minor event at Lingfield (7f, firm) 15 days ago Makes limited appeal. Engaged Brighton 3.00 Wednesday
6SPIRITED DANCER (GB) (6) 052206
B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Danseuse de Reve (IRE)
49-9 (7)
Warren Fentiman Ludgershall Racing
Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn
Br Mr Mohammed Musaad Alsalem Willmont Building Services
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t won since 2024 but runner-up twice at classified level in June, including over C&D
and could play a part here.
7VALADERO (IRE) (41) 506-003 BF 5 9-9(6)
Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Fiuntach (IRE) Liam Wright Mr P. Fallon Brian Toomey, Chalfont St Giles
Br Irish National Stud Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Still looking
firm, 2/1) 41 days ago Blinkers back on. Holds solid claims.
8VOODOO RAY (IRE) (49) 540-0
Ch g Ribchester (IRE) - Midget
Jude Fernandes (7) Sunville Rail Limited
Br Mr P. Harney
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time winner at this course but offered little in a trio of starts this year Hard to recommend.
2025: B ASSOCIATES (IRE) 5 10 0 Paddy Bradley 6-5 (James Owen) 6 ran
TFRHIIII BHA41
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Hood worn by No. 1, 3. Blinkers worn by No. 7, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5, 6. Stewards Note:
PORT HEDLAND: Following its run on 14/7/2026 it was reported that the horse never travelled.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Valadero (IRE), 4-1 River Wharfe (GB), 9-2 Port Hedland (GB), 13-2 Spirited Dancer (GB), 10-1 Barnsnape Boy (GB), 16-1 Apple’s Angel (IRE), Rock Master (IRE), Voodoo Ray (IRE)
POSITION OF STALLS
1m2f & 1m4f - Outside 1m - Inside
Remainder - Centre
CHECK YOUR BETTING SLIPS
Customers of the Boards and Rails Bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately on receipt as mistakes cannot be rectified after the ‘off’. Customers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until after the ‘Weigh In’, as immediate payment will be made only on production of the original ticket. All tickets will remain valid for one month.
UNAUTHORISED BOOKMAKING
It is a condition of entry to this racecourse that only individuals in possession of a valid bookmakers badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets in the course of their business. Any individual found contravening these conditions will be evicted from the racecourse
BRIGHTON LEADERS
ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (6F ABT 210YDS) FOR
THE JENNINGSBET LADIES DAY RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES
(CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands B, C and
D) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533. (Penalty Value £5400) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): E J-Houghton (19 wins from 86 runners, 22%) runs FOSCARINI TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W Haggas (10 wins from 50 runners, 20%) runs REGALISM LONGEST TRAVELLER: REGALISM trained by W Haggas, Newmarket, 120 miles.
There should be more to come from THE MONKEY KING and he can get off the mark at the third time of asking Regalism is also a likely improver and looks the obvious danger.
Ch c Showcasing - Margaret’s Mission (IRE) Kaiya Fraser P. F. I. Cole Ltd Oliver Cole, Whatcombe
Br St Albans Bloodstock LLPP F. I. Cole Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to beat a rival home at Goodwood on debut 9 days ago and is likely to need more time TFRHHIII BHA-
2FOSCARINI (IRE) (36) 56
B c Without Parole - Daring Destiny (IRE)
Mick and Janice Mariscotti
9-7(5)
Charles Bishop
Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury
Br Stuart McPheeABM Catering Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability in a couple of maidens, latest when sixth of 8 at Epsom (7f, good to firm) 36 days ago Can make presence felt. TFRHHHII BHA-
3REGALISM (IRE) (19) 5
B c Blue Point (IRE) - Elouges (IRE)
Mr Abubaker Kadoura
Br Mr Leslie Young
9-7(1)
Harry Burns (3)
William Haggas, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Not knocked about when fifth of 10 in novice at Doncaster (7f, firm) on debut 19 days ago and looks sure to have learnt plenty from that. TFRHHHHI BHA-
4CINQ COINS (GB) (-) (3lb)
Ch c Territories (IRE) - Sonnellino
Groves Martin Parker Walsh and Williams
9-4(4)
William Carson
Roger Teal, Lambourn
Br Crimbourne Bloodstock LtdBorras Construction Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled May 8. 10,000 gns foal, Territories colt. Brother to winner up to 1m Miss Donalita and closely related to useful winner up to 1 1/4m Menai Bridge and winner up to 9f Hidden Messages. Market should prove best guide to claims on debut. TFRHHIII BHA-
5THE MONKEY KING (GB) (19) (3lb) 63
B g Time Test - Baldovina
King Power Racing Co Ltd
Br King Power Racing Co Ltd
9-4(2)
Rhys Clutterbuck
Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
King Power International Co Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising type who improved on debut form when third of 10 in novice at Doncaster (7f, firm) 19 days ago Looks the one to beat TFRHHHHH BHA-
2025: SWIFT WINDS (IRE) 2 8 9 Taryn Langley 40-1 (Hilal Kobeissi) 5 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Stewards Note:
DEMONSTRATE: Following its run on 28/7/2026 it was reported that the horse ran green.
Probable S.P’s: 11-10 The Monkey King (GB), 3-1 Regalism (IRE), 5-1 Foscarini (IRE), 12-1 Cinq Coins (GB), 25-1 Demonstrate (GB)
RACE RESULT: TIME DISTANCE
1-2-3:
GREAT BRITISH BONUS
TheGreatBritishBonus(GBB)incentivisesandrewardsthebreeding,buyingandracing of British-bred fillies by paying out up to £100,000 per filly And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British. Majority funded by HBLB.
NOTICES
Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration. All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post
1m2f Get The Message (GB) (3yo+) 30Apr841m 57.20s 1m 57.30s 1m4f New Zealand (GB) (3yo+) 04Jul852m 25.80s 2m 27.00s
PHOTOGRAPHY
To view and purchase raceday photographs, please visit www.brightonracecourse.zenfolio.com or contact Brighton Racecourse on 01273 603 580 or email info@brighton-racecourse.co.uk.
Customers may take photographs for private purposes. Under no circumstances can they be used for publication. Please do not use flash photography near the horses. Please note: our photographers are sometimes on site during race meetings to take images for use in our marketing material.
THE JENNINGSBET IN HASTINGS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £8000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (69 wins from 567 runners, 12%) runs DANEHILL STAR & KONDRATIEV WAVE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (3 wins from 34 runners, 9%) runs DANEHILL STAR & KONDRATIEV WAVE
WEIGHTWATCHER: BOUBYAN won off a handicap mark of 70, his rating is now down 6lb to 64.
LONGEST TRAVELLER: DANEHILL STAR & KONDRATIEV WAVE trained by T Carroll, Cropthorne, 175 miles.
Preference is for KONDRATIEV WAVE, who bounced back from a rare poor run when second at Windsor last month and remains fairly treated. Gone Rogue may provide the chief threat.
1DANDY G BOY (IRE) (23) 3142-66
Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) - Dawaa
Charles Bishop
Mrs S. Such Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn
Br Loughtown StudFairplay Exchange
TIMEFORM VIEW Both victories come on all-weather and has been below form in a couple of turf starts this season. Work
2BOUBYAN (IRE) (14) 002543 D 4 9-8 (4)
B g Churchill (IRE) - Double Fantasy (GER) Kaiya Fraser
Mr Matthew Taylor Michael Appleby, Oakham
Br Rockfield Farm Trade Access Panels Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over longer trip at Newcastle in March and back to that sort of form when creditable third of 8 in handicap (13/2) at Doncaster (1m, good to firm) 14 days ago Respected.
TFRHHHII BHA64
3GONE ROGUE (IRE) (14) 2-25614 CD 5 9-8 (3)
B g Gustav Klimt (IRE) - Assault On Rome (IRE)
Palace Racing
Tom Queally
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
Br Christine E. Budden & Partners KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last season in good form and back to something like his best when resuming winning ways over longer trip at this course last month Posted solid fourth in Sandown handicap (1m, good) since and must enter calculations here
TFRHHHHI BHA64
4DANEHILL STAR (IRE) (17) 143323 D 5 9-5(6)
B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Rockshine
The Rebelle Boys
William Carson
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Boocock Trading LtdMill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over longer trip at Wolverhampton in March and remained in good nick since, latest when creditable third of 11 in handicap at Windsor (1 1/4m, good to firm) 17 days ago Respected. TFRHHHHI BHA61
5KONDRATIEV WAVE (IRE) (17) 422462 CD
Ch g Dragon Pulse (IRE) - Right Reason (IRE)
Betchworth Pin Seekers
Jack Doughty
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Patrick Gleeson Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained reward for his consistency when dead-heating at Lingfield (7f) in February Largely acquitted himself well since, including when second of 7 in handicap at Windsor (1m, good to firm) 17 days ago Player
6WINEMAKER (FR) (31) 5-14030
B g Johnny Barnes (IRE) - Faradiba (FR)
Mrs Alexandra Matthews
Br Mr Patrick Jeanneret
TFRHHHHH BHA56
6 8-13 (1)
Finley Marsh
Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time Dundalk winner. Prominent in the betting but likely needed the outing when seventh of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5f) on debut for new yard 31 days ago This run should reveal more
HHHII BHA55
2025: POETIC FORCE (IRE) 11 9 0 Matthew Lloyd Slater 11-2 (Tony Carroll) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Hood worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Kondratiev Wave (IRE), 4-1 Gone Rogue (IRE), 9-2 Boubyan (IRE), Danehill Star (IRE), 5-1 Winemaker (FR), 14-1 Dandy G Boy (IRE)
HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD
The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) has allocated £77.1m in prize money for 2026.
Since 2000 HBLB has invested £1.5bn in prize money to support the British horseracing industry
RACING PWR OF O DISCOVER
SUNDAY 23 AUG
Dinosaur Shows Sh s B carz Bu Land Zorbs nd Spinning Te ups Bungee Trampolines ngee Inflatables
Total prize fund £20000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £8258, 2nd £4130, 3rd £2064, 4th £1032, 5th £516. (Penalty Value £10468) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): G & J Moore (36 wins from 192 runners, 19%) runs BOHEMIAN BREEZE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (12 wins from 57 runners, 21%) runs NIBRAS GOLD
LONGEST TRAVELLER: MAASAI MARA trained by J G O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn, 174 miles.
SARANGPUR has thrived since joining Richard Hughes, winning 3 of his 4 starts. A 4lb rise looks very fair for his latest success and he is fancied to score again. Multiple course winner Bohemian Breeze is feared most.
1NIBRAS GOLD (IRE) (26) 16152-1 D 8 10-1 (6)
B g Golden Horn - Whipped (IRE)
Value Racing - Nibras Gold
Pat Dobbs
James Owen, Newmarket
Br Forenaghts,Tinnakill,Colts Neck Stallion Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Fit from spell over fences and made winning return in this sphere when narrowly taking 8-runner handicap over similar trip at Chester 26 days ago Just 1lb higher here and is likely to go well again TFRHHHII BHA76
2MAASAI MARA (GB) (55) 00/-4020
B g Roaring Lion (USA) - Wekeela (FR)
Exors of the Late Mr K W Bell
610-0 (3)
William Carson
John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn
Br The Wekeela Partnership K W Bell Group Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Not the most reliable but tumbled down the weights and came close over C&D in May. Ran poorly on heavy ground at Goodwood since but can’t be ruled out. TFRHHHII BHA75
3SARANGPUR (IRE) (14) 341121 CD
Br g Arizona (IRE) - Falcon Cliffs (IRE)
4 9-13 (1)
Finley Marsh
Mr J. Maloney Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
Br Whiteriver Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Made winning start for Richard Hughes over C&D in June and improved with each start since, latest when winning 4-runner handicap at Newbury (1 1/2m, good to firm) 14 days ago Remains fairly treated and must be of interest again. TFRHHHHH BHA74
4BRAVE HUNTER (GB) (28) 0-62025
Ch c Universal (IRE) - Aussie View (IRE)
39-9 (5)
Benoit de la Sayette
Mr Abdulla Al Mansoori Ismail Mohammed & Jose Santos, Newmarket
Br Rabbah Bloodstock LimitedGood Effort Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Has upped his game since switching to handicap company, resuming his progress when edged out by a fellow improver at Newmarket in June. Shaped as if still in good form when fifth of 8 in novice at Doncaster (1 1/2m, firm) 28 days ago and is not taken lightly Visor on first time TFRHHHII BHA80
5BOHEMIAN BREEZE (IRE) (37) 044011 C D 6
Gr g Galileo (IRE) - Wind Chimes
Moore Racing Syndicate
9-3(4)
Warren Fentiman (3)
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
Br CoolmoreKM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on reduced mark when returning to winning ways here in June and made light of 5lb rise when readily following up in handicap (9/2) at this course (1 1/4m, good) 37 days ago Looks sure to go well again TFRHHwHHI
6TAI HANG PEGASUS (USA) (19) 6-40623
B g War of Will (USA) - Irreverent (USA)
Paddy Bradley M F Tung & J Kung Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket
Br Bass Stables LlcFitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden who has made the frame in handicap company the last twice, latest when third of 5 at Doncaster (1 1/2m, firm) 19 days ago Ought to give another good account.
2025: MANARA 3 9 7 David Egan 11-4 (Kevin Philippart de Foy) 7 ran
HHHII BHA72
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Visor worn first time by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5.
Stewards Note:
TAI HANG PEGASUS: Following its run on 18/7/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Sarangpur (IRE), 4-1 Nibras Gold (IRE), Bohemian Breeze (IRE), 7-1 Brave Hunter (GB), 8-1 Tai Hang Pegasus (USA), 11-1 Maasai Mara (GB)
1-2-3: 1.SARANGPUR (IRE)
Brighton Challenge Cup
First run in 1849, Brighton’s most historic race holds an illustrious past.
The brilliant mare Park Top, winner of the Challenge Cup in 1967 and 1968, was the best horse to run at Brighton in the 20th century with jockey Geoff Lewis describing her as the best mare he had ever ridden.
She went on from her Brighton gains to win the Coronation Cup, Hardwicke Stakes and the King George in 1969 before finishing second in the Arc.
We may not have seen her like since although the William Knight trained filly Beacon Lady won four times here in 2013 including the Challenge Cup. Hooded and perhaps looking slightly quirky, she came from last to first racing on the stands side to win easily. To top that she came back less than 24 hours later to win again carrying 10st 6lb less apprentice Oisin Murphy’s 7lb allowance. That afternoon she etched her name on a long list of beloved Brighton specialists.
A list to include Operatic Society, a seven times course winner for John Benstead who took the Cup in 1960. Voracity was a dual winner in the 80’s for trainer John Winter and owner Lord Derby.
Our late Queen took home the Cup following the 1995 running when Carpathian sent out by Lord Huntingdon scored in comfortable fashion. Far more recently Mark and Charlie Johnston have combined to be successful with Mister Rockandroll (2015), Curlew River (2017) and Fairmac (2022). Middleham Park Racing, the owners of Fairmac, were to complete a second Cup success when the Richard Hannon trained Lexington Knight won the 2024 renewal. He returned under top weight last year and was denied only narrowly by the Amo Racing owned three year old Manara.
Phil Grimstone - August 2026
(11F ABT 198YDS)
Total prize fund
£8000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (69 wins from 567 runners, 12%) runs ALEX THE GREAT & DOGGED TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (3 wins from 34 runners, 9%) runs ALEX THE GREAT & DOGGED LONGEST TRAVELLER: DOGGED & ALEX THE GREAT trained by T Carroll, Cropthorne, 175 miles.
GEARING’S POINT was a ready winner of a similar event here in June and backed that up with a solid run at Epsom. She makes some appeal if bouncing back from a below-par effort earlier in the week. Dream of Ithaca may provide the chief threat.
1ALEX THE GREAT (IRE) (12) 000504
Gr g Camelot - Moonrise Landing (IRE)
Mill House Racing Syndicate
Myla Coppins (5)
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Oak Hill Stud Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Not scored since early-2025 and has yet to make an impact in a handful of starts this
2DOGGED (GB) (12) 0-00265
B g Due Diligence (USA) - Bling Bling (IRE)
Mr M. Harvey
Br Whitsbury Manor Stud and Mrs M. E. Slade
9 9-9(1)
William Carson
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
TIMEFORM VIEW Posted best effort for Tony Carroll when runner-up in 4-runner race over 1 1/4m here in June. On a lengthy losing run, however, and has been disappointing in both starts since. Blinkers back on.
3FOINIX (GB) (45) 20-0003 CD 6 9-9(5)
B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Yeah Baby Yeah (IRE) Finley Marsh
Mr M Robinson, Jack Pook & Jeanette May
Br Winterbeck Manor Stud
Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes
TIMEFORM VIEW Second and first in this the last 2 years and has run creditably the last twice, latterly when 5 3/4 lengths third of 7 to Gearing’s Point in classified event over this trip (good) 45 days ago More required to resume winning ways. TFRHHHII BHA46
4GEARING’S POINT (GB) (2) 250146 CD 8 9-9(3)
B m Harbour Watch (IRE) - Amahoro
Mr Shane Francis
George Bass
Sheena West, Lewes
Br G Hedley & Mike Channon Bloodstock LtdSouthdowns Unleashed
TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of drop in grade when returning to winning ways in similar race over C&D in June Far from disgraced in Epsom follow-up bid and again holds claims if back on song following a laboured display in a handicap at Lingfield on Tuesday. TFRHHHHH BHA50
5DREAM OF ITHACA (GB) (59) 00-4550 38-13 (6)
B f Ulysses (IRE) - Dream of Wunders Liam Wright (5)
Andrew Bell and Michael Wright John Gallagher, Moreton-In-Marsh
Br Andrew Bell and Michael Wright Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who was possibly unsuited by return to softer conditions when eighth of 13 in classified event over similar trip at Windsor in June Better anticipated here. TFRHHHHI BHA47
6LADY LAUREN (IRE) (40) 23-6506
38-13(4)
B f New Bay - Queenhope (FR) Owen Lewis (5) Lilly Hall Syndicates Ed de Giles, Ledbury
Br Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to better Below par form and failed to beat a rival home at Chepstow last time
2025: SILK AND STEEL (IRE) 3 8 13 David Egan 6-1 (Gary & Josh Moore) 7 ran
Ed de Giles Racing
TFRHHIII BHA43
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Blinkers worn by No. 2, 3. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.
Probable S.P’s: 6-5 Gearing’s Point (GB), 7-2 Foinix (GB), 6-1 Dogged (GB), 13-2 Dream of Ithaca (GB), 20-1 Alex The Great (IRE), 25-1 Lady Lauren (IRE)
HAYTER (50-1)
SEVEN FURLONGS (6F ABT 210YDS)
Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (69 wins from 567 runners, 12%) runs JUST JUMP & SERENITY DREAM TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (3 wins from 34 runners, 9%) runs JUST JUMP & SERENITY DREAM LONGEST TRAVELLER: STATE OF MADNESS trained by D M Loughnane, Kidderminster, 178 miles.
SILVER TRUMPET looks capable of defying a 2lb rise for his win at Epsom with conditions in his favour again. The in-form Serenity Dream is the obvious threat.
Gr g Advertise - Cherubic
Charles Bishop Austin, June & Jonny Allison
Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury
Br Mickley Stud & Mr D WillisABM Catering Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Seems most effective on quick ground and bounced back to his best when a narrow winner at Epsom
likely to suit and can make another bold bid up 2lb.
B g Expert Eye - Fallen From Grace
Mrs J. Morley
Olivia Haines (7)
Stuart Williams, Newmarket
Br Normandie Stud Ltd Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Easing in the weights and responded well to this headgear when second at Yarmouth 2 weeks ago, though benefiting from the run of the race. TFRHHHII BHA75
3DION BAKER (IRE) (6) 131130 CD 7 9-7(3)
B g Ribchester (IRE) - Tiga Tuan (FR)
Carl Appleton & Peter Edwards
William Carson
Michael Wigham, Newmarket
Br Mr T. A. Rahman Jess Edwards
TIMEFORM VIEW Front runner who had an excellent spell this summer, winning 5 times in Class 6 company Back down in grade having struggled at Newmarket last time but probably too high in the weights now TFRHHHII BHA73 (-1)
4SERENITY DREAM (IRE) (21) 305621 D 5 9-4(6)
Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Playfull Spirit
Eggselltrading Ltd
Br Merry Fox Stud Limited
Jack Doughty
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
TIMEFORM VIEW Going through a good spell and resumed winning ways at Chepstow 3 weeks ago, always holding on having got first run. Can go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA70
5DONTSPOILASALE (IRE) (17) 504606
B g Kuroshio (AUS) - Destiny’s Kitten (IRE)
Mr John Joseph Smith
Br Mr P. Turley
69-2 (5)
Finley Marsh
Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner over 6f at Dundalk for Denis Hogan and looks to be being brought along gradually by
when the market speaks in his favour
6STATE OF MADNESS (GB) (45) 503452 C
B g Washington DC (IRE) - Irrational Paddy Bradley
The Likely Lads & S & A Mares Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
Br Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice here (6f) for previous yard and bounced back to form returned to
ago, though proved no match for the winner.
7JUST JUMP (IRE) (2) 50T153 4 8-10 (1)
B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Academicienne (CAN) Myla Coppins (5) Hrycko Carpentry Ltd Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Martin Lonergan
TIMEFORM VIEW Quirky
2025: MIAKODA (IRE) 3 8 10 Pat Cosgrave 7-2 (James Owen) 8 ran
RUNNERS 7 Visor worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 4.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Silver Trumpet (GB), 4-1 Serenity Dream (IRE), Just Jump (IRE), 11-2 North View (GB), 8-1 State of Madness (GB), 11-1 Dion Baker (IRE), 25-1 Dontspoilasale (IRE)
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 2.38 - THE JENNINGSBET IN BEXHILL ON SEA APPRENTICE CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-50. Enter by noon, July 31st and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 4th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 3lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 25th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above. To be ridden by Apprentice Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 52 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to August 3rd, 2026, have not ridden more than 50 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 25 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). The Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race ELIMINATION: Protection from elimination will operate in the following order Horses which, in the opinion of the Handicapper, have the highest Handicap Rating based on races run up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, except that horses which have run fewer than seven times in a Flat race will be given priority Random balloting will apply where horses have identical Handicap Ratings. (In the case of horses which have raced fewer than 7 times, no preference will be given to those with the least number of runs. Those with the highest handicap rating will be given preference). 16 entries at £40. - Closed July 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) A SS
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 3.13 - THE JENNINGSBET LADIES DAY RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands B, C and D) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5400 to the winning horse The second to receive £2535, the third £1268 and the fourth £634. for novice two yrs old, which are in Bands B, C and D. Enter by noon, July 31st and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 4th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band C from Band B 3lb Band D from Band C 3lb (Allowances are cumulative). The Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 10 entries at £50. - Closed July 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (Penalty Value £5400) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE
Third Race 3.50 - THE JENNINGSBET IN HASTINGS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £40 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 4th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 25th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 12 entries at £40. - Closed July 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE
Fourth Race 4.25 - THE JENNINGSBET IN BASINGSTOKE BRIGHTON CHALLENGE CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (For the Brighton Challenge Cup) (GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10468 to the winning horse The second to receive £4912, the third £2454, the fourth £1228 and the fifth £612. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 4th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 6lb Penalties, after July 25th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The winning owner will be presented with the Brighton Challenge Cup which is then retained at Brighton Racecourse. Star Sports have kindly donated a prize for the person adjudged responsible for the best turned out horse NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race. 13 entries at £100. - Closed July 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £8258; Second £4130; Third £2064; Fourth £1032; Fifth £516. (Penalty Value £10468) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE
Fifth Race 4.55 - THE JENNINGSBET TOP STAFF CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-50. Enter by noon, July 31st and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 4th. Weights: 3-y-o 8st 13lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 25th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above. The Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race ELIMINATION: Protection from elimination will operate in the following order Horses which, in the opinion of the Handicapper, have the highest Handicap Rating based on races run up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, except that horses which have run fewer than seven times in a Flat race will be given priority Random balloting will apply where horses have identical Handicap Ratings. (In the case of horses which have raced fewer than 7 times, no preference will be given to those with the least number of runs. Those with the highest handicap rating will be given preference). 10 entries at £40. - Closed July 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE
Sixth Race 5.30 - THE JENNINGSBET IN BRIGHTON HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below). £50 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 4th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 25th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 15 entries, 1 at £10 and 14 at £50. - Closed July 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS
SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE
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