SPRING RACING
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Good afternoon, on behalf of everyone at Brighton racecourse, it is a great pleasure to welcome you back for our first evening race of the summer.
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We have a busy June schedule, have a look at our website for some great ticket offers and for the first time we are hosting a Fathers Day race meeting, bring Dad along, we have some wonderful “Big boys toys! For them to play with.
Our next race meetings are a double header on the 21st & 22nd of June.
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
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Jack Hastings Clerk of the Course
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6 OFFICIALS 6
Stewards of the Meeting
Chief Steward Steve Drowne Stewards’ Panel Chair Henry Pelly
Daniel Andrews, Kate Smith, Fergus Sweeney
Starters
James Stenning
Sam Avis
Judge Emily Jones
Clerk Of The Scales
Paul Champion
Veterinary Officers
Howard Newitt
Mark Murrell
Vets
Sussex Equine Hospital
Medical Officers
Dr Lucy Free
Dr Rizwan Ghani
Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers
Sarah Collins
Peter Double
Carol Leggett
Commentator
Richard Hoiles
Betting Ring Manager
Grant Newman
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
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 colour graphic 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 Trainer Sponsor 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
(6F ABT 210YDS)
Total prize fund
£6600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2725, 2nd £1363, 3rd £681, 4th £341, 5th £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) A SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): G & J Moore (29 wins from 184 runners, 16%) runs VOODOO RAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G & J Moore (4 wins from 28 runners, 14%) runs VOODOO RAY
LONGEST TRAVELLER: EMBARKED trained by S Dixon, Rolleston, 205 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
MOKATA has offered little in 3 starts but she’s by far the least exposed here so could be worth chancing dropped to this basement level and trying a new trip. Banksman is 2 from 2 in classified events and hinted at a revival here recently, so is second choice ahead of Fai Fai, who has a solid record at Brighton.
Ch m Master Carpenter (IRE) - Nation (USA)
Warren Fentiman C Seeney, S Holden, Mildean , M Robinson Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes
Br Sam Gibson & G G Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to make an impact. Will need to show an improvement to feature here
2 BANKSMAN (GB) (11) 1260-00
36
4 9-9 (2)
Ch g Rumble Inthejungle (IRE) - Donna Ray Rose Dawes
Ms Adrienne Gross Sheena West, Lewes
Br Stoneham Park Stud Southdowns Unleashed
TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner of similar events for Jack Channon last summer. Has struggled for current yard though at least offered something back at a more suitable trip when seventh here (1m) 11 days ago and claims if building on that back down in class. TFRHHHHI BHA50
3 BARNSNAPE BOY (GB) (11) 1460-00 C 5 9-9 (10)
Gr g Iffraaj - Scenesetter (IRE) Donagh Murphy (5)
The Lockdown Syndicate Jim Boyle, Epsom
Br Carisbrooke Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW A reproduction of the form he showed when making all over 5f here last summer would make him the one to beat but has struggled badly since. TFRHHHII BHA48
4 EMBARKED (IRE) (55) 053000 D
8 9-9 (5)
B g Kodiac - Honeymead (IRE) Mikkel Mortensen (3)
Amphitheatre Racing Limited Scott Dixon, Rolleston
Br James F. Hanly
TIMEFORM VIEW Doncaster winner (1m) last summer but signs of decline this year and others make more appeal TFRHHIII BHA40
5 FAI FAI (GB) (40) 6233-00 BF
B g Acclamation - Sabratah
Steele Going Strong Partnership
Br G. B. Partnership
7 9-9 (9)
Christian Howarth
Daniel Steele, Henfield
TIMEFORM VIEW Below par both starts this season but often runs well here so bounce back wouldn’t at all surprise returned to a classified event. TFRHHHHI BHA47
6 HORUS (GB) (40) 04-6400
B g Expert Eye - Implicit (IRE)
4 9-9 (3)
James Glennon (7) The Attwater Partnership Michael Attwater, Epsom
Br Elwick Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Sole success came at Lingfield back in 2024. On the decline since but a reproduction of his form early in the year gives him a big chance at this level. TFRHHHHI BHA47
7 PACIFIC PRINCE (GB) (7) 00-0060
Ch g Australia - Vasilia
Miss J. C. Blackwell
Br V. I. Araci
5 9-9 (1)
Laura Coughlan
James Bennett, Wantage
James Bennett Racehorse Transport
TIMEFORM VIEW No form of late There will have to be a much improved performance here TFRHIIII BHA48
8 RAINBOW SIGN (GB) (65) 00-6354
B g Adaay (IRE) - Pax Aeterna (USA)
8 9-9 (6)
Matthew Lloyd Slater (5)
Forever Amber Mark Pattinson, Epsom
Br G. B. Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEW Narrow winner of a handicap here last season and has held his form this year. Respected. TFRHHHII BHA46
9 VOODOO RAY (IRE) (11) 0540-00 CD
Ch g Ribchester (IRE) - Midget
Sunville Rail Limited
7 9-9 (7)
Ben Pollard (7)
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
Br Mr P. Harney KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time winner here but form has dropped off lately. A return to those previous performances is highly sought after TFRHIIII BHA41
10 MOKATA (GB) (29) 060
3 8-13 (8)
B f Mohaather - Katabatik Katie Taryn Langley (3)
Mr Jack Pearce Adam Kirby, Kirtling
Br Mrs P. A. Clark Adam Kirby Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Cheap purchase who hasn’t shown much in 3 starts However, given a very considerate time at Windsor last time and probably capable of making an impact down markedly in class/trip. Tongue strap on 1st time TFRHHHHH BHA49
2025: BEAR TO DREAM (IRE) 6 9 4 Ryan Kavanagh 5-2 (Michael Attwater) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 10. Blinkers worn by No. 4, 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 6, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Banksman (GB), Barnsnape Boy (GB), 11-2 Fai Fai (GB), 6-1 Horus (GB), 13-2 Rainbow Sign (GB), 7-1 Mokata (GB), 22-1 Embarked (IRE), 28-1 Pacific Prince (GB), Voodoo Ray (IRE), 33-1 Almavillalobas (GB)
RACE RESULT: TIME DISTANCE 1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH
POSITION OF STALLS
1m2f - Outside 1m - Inside Remainder - Centre
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Total prize fund
£6600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2725, 2nd £1363, 3rd £681, 4th £341, 5th £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (71 wins from 578 runners, 12%) runs DALEY T AND WASHINGTON HEIR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (7 wins from 47 runners, 15%) runs DALEY T AND WASHINGTON HEIR LONGEST TRAVELLER: SHE WENT WHOOSH trained by S Dixon, Rolleston, 205 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
BIG TIME RASCAL arrives here in decent form and has a good opportunity to add to last season’s course success on these terms. Mister Sandman is a clear next best.
1 BATTLE POINT (IRE) (11) 0-54405 D
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Paddy Again (IRE)
Canisbay Bloodstock
Laura Coughlan (3)
Michael Attwater, Epsom
Br R & M Bloodstock Fleetwood Developments Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held last 2 starts and his overall strike rate (1-50) makes him one to oppose More needed here TFRHHIII BHA43
2 BIG TIME RASCAL (GB) (18) 505-622 C
B g Blue Point (IRE) - Guerriere (IRE)
Mr Luke Oliver Vallance
Br V. I. Araci
5 9-9 (4)
William Carson
Michael Attwater, Epsom
TIMEFORM VIEW Caused a surprise when shedding maiden tag in handicap here (6f) last May. Confirmed himself back to form when second at Bath 18 days ago and the one to beat back down in class. TFRHHHHH BHA50
3 DALEY T (IRE) (40) 653650
Ch g Dragon Pulse (IRE) - Elizabeth Swann
Mr A. W. Carroll
6 9-9 (3)
Matthew Lloyd Slater (7)
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Mr John Donworth Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who went close to bucking that trend when third at Newcastle but has gone the wrong way 3 starts since. Headgear goes on. TFRHHIII BHA43
4 LYNWOOD LAD (GB) (11) 650040 CD
B g Mayson - Faithful Promise
Mr D. Tierney
Br Petches Farm Ltd
6 9-9 (8)
Tom Queally
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Won here last summer and fared a bit better than of late with the visor left off when fourth in a classified event at Wolverhampton. Pulled too hard here since and cheekpieces back on.
5 MISTER SANDMAN (GB) (18) 54234-4 BF
B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Dandy Groove (IRE)
Mr Peter Crate
TFRHHHII BHA46
4 9-9 (7)
Ben Pollard (7)
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
Br J & J Franks Ltd J & J Franks Ltd, KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to win a race and expensive to follow for current connections, including when fourth in Bath handicap latest However, this represents his best opportunity down in class. TFRHHHHI BHA50
6 POETIC JACK (GB) (21) 254406 6 9-9 (6)
B g Peace Envoy (FR) - Suzi Spends (IRE)
Mr R. Speakman
Br Jack Speakman
Jack Callan (3)
Robert Cowell, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2024 and turf form amounts to little
Robert Cowell Racing
BHA44
7 SHE WENT WHOOSH (IRE) (8) 043520 D 4 9-9 (2)
B f Profitable (IRE) - Lady Tipperary (FR)
Christian Howarth (3) Amphitheatre Racing Limited
Br Framont Ltd
TIMEFORM
Scott Dixon, Rolleston
Ch g Washington DC (IRE) - Aerosphere
Silvestre De Sousa Williams & Partners Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd racehorse-ownership.com
TIMEFORM VIEW No form of late. There has got to be a shift in performance to make an impact here. TFRHIIII BHA42
2025: LYNWOOD LAD 5 9 9 Tom Queally 14-1 (Gary & Josh Moore) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Hood worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5, 6, 7.
Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Big Time Rascal (GB), 5-2 Mister Sandman (GB), 8-1 Lynwood Lad (GB), She Went Whoosh (IRE), 18-1 Battle Point (IRE), Poetic Jack (GB), 22-1 Daley T (IRE), 40-1 Washington Heir (GB)
PHOTOGRAPHY
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RECORD TIMES
5½f Bid For Blue (GB) (2yo) 06May93
5½f Play Hever Golf (GB) (3yo+) 26May93
6f Song Mist (IRE) (2yo) 16Jul96
6f Batchelor Boy (IRE) (3yo+) 01Jun21
6f Kendergarten Kop (IRE) (3yo+) 01Jun21
7f Rain Burst (GB) (2yo) 15Sep88 1m 19.90s 1m 18.70s
7f Arabic Charm (IRE) (3yo+) 01Jun21 1m 19.53s 1m 18.70s
1m Asian Pete (GB) (2yo) 03Oct89 1m 32.80 1m 31.60s 1m Zulu Girl (GB) (3yo+) 01Jun21 1m 30.99s 1m 31.60s
1m2f Esteemed Master (USA) (2yo) 02Nov01 2m 4.10s 1m 57.30s
1m2f Get The Message (GB) (3yo+) 30Apr84 1m 57.20s 1m 57.30s
1m4f New Zealand (GB) (3yo+) 04Jul85 2m 25.80s 2m 27.00s
ABOUT ONE MILE (7F ABT 216YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE WATCH LIVE RACING ON fairplaybet.co.uk “CONFINED”
STAKES (CLASS 5) (For horses which have not won a race in 2026)
Total prize fund
£6600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2725, 2nd £1363, 3rd £681, 4th £341, 5th £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (71 wins from 578 runners, 12%) runs TEA SEA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (10 wins from 50 runners, 20%) runs ROGUE DYNASTY
WEIGHTWATCHER: TACTICAL PLAN won off a handicap mark of 76, his rating is now down 6lb to 70. LONGEST TRAVELLER: TEA SEA trained by T Carroll, Cropthorne, 175 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
CELESTIAS COMET shaped quite well considering she made her move inefficiently at Lingfield last time so could be the answer eased another 3lb. This does look competitive, though, with Gunfighter and Lordsbridge Grey heading the dangers.
Gr g Kodiac - Game Plan
Mr R Murfitt and Partner
Jack Callan (3)
Ed Dunlop, Newmarket
Br Pantile Stud Tattersalls
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to win from 10 attempts last season and 3 of his 4 starts this campaign have been underwhelming. TFRHHIII BHA70
2 TEA SEA (FR) (34) 22410-5 C D
B g Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Sensa (FR)
Wedgewood Estates
William Carson
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Mme Liza Judd Wedgewood Estates
TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways over C&D in August and shaped as if needing comeback run at Kempton last month Better expected now. TFRHHHII BHA70
3 CELESTIAS COMET (IRE) (22) 210-665 D 4 9-9 (13)
Ch f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Tobairin (IRE)
Mr & Mrs Dowling and Mr & Mrs Marney
Jonny Peate
James Fanshawe, Newmarket
Br Prospect Stables Pegasus Stables LLP
TIMEFORMVIEWLandedtheoddsina5-runnerSouthwellnovice(1m)inSeptember.ShapedbetterthanthebareresultbackonturfwhenfifthatLingfield3weeksago, payingslightlyforquiteabigmovetochallenge inasoundly-runrace.Wellworthasecondlookeasedanother3lbandbackdownintrip. TFRHHHHH BHA70
4 LORDSBRIDGE GREY (GB) (33) 4463-0 BF
Gr g Havana Grey - Lucymai
Mr Roger & Mrs Suzie Beadle
Br Mr Roger & Mrs Suzie Beadle
9-9 (2)
Silvestre De Sousa
S. P. C. Woods, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed more when close third on handicap bow at Yarmouth in September Not seen to best effect at Southwell on return and remains low mileage. TFRHHHHI BHA70
5 AMUSED (IRE) (8) 2555-02
9-9 (3)
B g No Nay Never (USA) - Happy Face (IRE) Pat Cosgrave
Mr P and Mrs L Rowe and Mr John Turner Jim Boyle, Epsom
Br Framont Ltd Jim Boyle Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 7f claimer in France last summer. Mixed record for this yard but last week’s second at Lingfield was one of his better efforts TFRHHHII BHA70
6 ROGUE DYNASTY (GB) (8) 2202-44 BF 4 9-7 (1)
B f Siyouni (FR) - Federation Harry Davies
The Rogues Gallery James Owen, Newmarket
Br Ickworth Stud Rogues Gallery Racing, Essex 4X4 Centre
TIMEFORM VIEW Did well last season, winning Chester handicap before runner-up 3 of next 4 starts. Looked rusty both starts this season 11 weeks apart so worth another chance
7 GUNFIGHTER (IRE) (13) 60300-0
TFRHHHII BHA68
5 9-7 (8)
B g Siyouni (FR) - Rainbow Heart (IRE) Darragh Keenan
Mr Brett Lawrence John Butler, Newmarket
Br Sunderland Holdings Inc
TIMEFORM VIEW Lost his way for Robert Eddery during second half of last year and shaped as if needing comeback run for new yard at Kempton 2 weeks ago On a potentially good mark so shouldn’t be written off.
TFRHHHHI BHA68
1-2-3:
8
GONE ROGUE
(IRE) (25) 0212-25 CD
B g Gustav Klimt (IRE) - Assault On Rome (IRE)
Palace Racing
Br Christine E. Budden & Partners
5 9-2 (11)
Warren Fentiman (3)
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW In good form last autumn, including a win over C&D, and would have made a winning return had he not gone quite so keenly retried over 1 1/4m at Windsor. Might have found next run coming too soon so worth another chance TFRHHHHI BHA63
9 FAR AND ABOVE (IRE) (40) 035-000
B g Far Above (IRE) - Centime
James Dellaway
4 9-1 (10)
Jack Mitchell
Roger Teal, Lambourn
Br J. Cantillon & Partners Borras Construction Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden and has yet to make an impact. Sent handicapping this year
10 PLAY ME (GB) (8) 242-344
B g Too Darn Hot - Initially
Mr P and Mrs L Rowe and Mr John Turner
HIIII BHA62
4 9-1 (12)
Donagh Murphy (7)
Jim Boyle, Epsom
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Jim Boyle Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Held form well on the back of breakthrough success at Epsom in August and decent efforts in defeat 2 of 3 starts this season. Others look better treated, however
11
KING OF WAR
(GB) (217) 314104- C
B g Churchill (IRE) - Materialistic
Gallop Syndicates King of War
TFRHHHII BHA62
7 9-0 (5)
John Egan
Michael Wigham, Newmarket
Br Fittocks Stud Pandora X Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice a winner here last season (both at 7f) and ended the last campaign with a respectable fourth on all-weather in November May needs this after 7 months off. TFRHHIII BHA61
12 ASTRONOMICA
(GB) (320) 2524/00- D
B m Belardo (IRE) - Itsinthestars
6 8-9 (9)
Sean Dylan Bowen Silent Partners Dr Jon Scargill, Newmarket
Br Bearstone Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Strong in the betting but possibly still needed the run after a further 7 weeks off from a likewise return On a good mark on the pick of last season’s form.
13 BLUE COLLAR LAD
(GB) (40) 6336-20 D
B g Ardad (IRE) - Wonderful Life (IRE)
TFRHHHHI BHA56
7 8-4 (7)
Tyler Heard Steele Going Strong Partnership Daniel Steele, Henfield
Br Mr Phil Cunningham
TIMEFORM VIEW Back from 5 months off with a good second at Lingfield and shaped as if still in form there next time Not taken lightly back on turf (handles any ground).
2025: LOCAL BAY 7 9 5 Jack Doughty 11-4 (Tony Carroll) 5 ran
TFRHHHII BHA51
DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Blinkers worn by No. 2. Visor worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 8, 11.
Stewards Note:
FAR AND ABOVE: Following its run on 30/4/2026 it was reported that the horse was slowly away
Probable S.P’s: 8-1 Lordsbridge Grey (GB), Rogue Dynasty (GB), Astronomica (GB), 9-1 Gone Rogue (IRE), 10-1 Celestias Comet (IRE), Amused (IRE), 11-1 Tea Sea (FR), 12-1 Gunfighter (IRE), Play Me (GB), 14-1 Blue Collar Lad (GB), 18-1 King of War (GB), 22-1 Tactical Plan (GB), 40-1 Far And Above (IRE)
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FOURTH RACE 7.51
ONE MILE ABOUT TWO FURLONGS (9F ABT 207YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE FAIRPLAY LETS BET ON IT! HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £6600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2725, 2nd £1363, 3rd £681, 4th £341, 5th £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (71 wins from 578 runners, 12%) runs CELEBRATING ETHEL AND MASQOOL AND NIGHT BEAR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (7 wins from 47 runners, 15%) runs CELEBRATING ETHEL AND MASQOOL AND NIGHT BEAR LONGEST TRAVELLER: MASQOOL & NIGHT BEAR & CELEBRATING ETHEL trained by T Carroll, Cropthorne, 175 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
CELTIC JOHN shaped as if a return to 1 1/4m will suit when fourth over 1m here last time and might prove the answer to this open handicap. Letsbeatsepsis is feared on the back of a good reappearance, while Fighting Poet and last year’s victor Twilight Guest very much know where the winning post is here.
Gr g Galileo (IRE) - Wind Chimes
Moore Racing Syndicate
Br Coolmore
Tom Queally
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Had quite a solid record on turf last summer. Respectable fourth on all-weather and turf this spring and perhaps the addition of blinkers simply backfired when well held at Bath latest Cheekpieces return now.
2 LITTLE TIGER (GB) (221) 330630- CD 6 9-9 (3)
B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Tigerfish (IRE)
Jack Mitchell
Miss Caroline Scott William Stone, West Wickham
Br Dr Caroline Scott Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner but below par on final start last year and has no great record fresh. Will need to change that here. TFRHHIII BHA55
3 NIGHT BEAR (GB) (17) 234205 C D BF
Ch g Dragon Pulse (IRE) - Contenance (IRE)
R. Bellamy
Br N. O’Neill
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner
9 9-8 (8)
Silvestre De Sousa
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Mill House Racing Limited
Twenty one runs since last success in 2024 Respectable fifth of 15 in handicap back on turf at Windsor (1 1/4m, good to firm, 4/1) 17 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA54
4 MASQOOL (IRE) (17) 420034 D
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Eshaadeh (USA)
Peter Clarke Racing Partners
Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited
8 9-7 (12)
Dougie Costello
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
TIMEFORM VIEW Mostly respectable efforts since joining Tony Carroll, including twice reaching the frame back on turf at Windsor (1 1/4m, good to firm) last month Cheekpieces off, first-time blinkers and tongue strap on. Enters calculations. TFRHHHHI BHA53
5 POWER OF PRAYER (GER) (144) 00315-5 BF 4 9-7 (14)
B or Br f Protectionist (GER) - Power Surge (GER)
Miss Tess Hoppeler
Br Power Thoroughbreds Germany Gmbh
Jack Callan (3)
George Baker, Epsom
Charles Tyrwhitt LLP
TIMEFORM VIEW Won on Dundalk’s all-weather last November Respectable fifth there in December/January. Sold out of Joseph O’Brien’s stable for 8,000 gns in February Unexposed but the betting is perhaps the best guide to expectations for new yard TFRHHHII BHA53
6 TURPIN (GB) (21) 4000-50
Bl g Aclaim (IRE) - Black Bess
The Clean Sweep Partnership
Br Paddock Space
9-7 (11)
Pat Cosgrave
Jim Boyle, Epsom
Jim Boyle Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden who has failed to make a significant impact in handicaps at Lingfield (all-weather/turf this spring). Others are more persuasive TFRHHIII BHA53
7 LOVE YOU MORE (GB) (29) 3000-20
B f Bated Breath - Dawn of Reckoning
4 9-7 (13)
Warren Fentiman (3)
Mascalls Stud Joseph Parr, Newmarket
Br Mascalls Stud Matchroom Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Very good return to action when finding only one too good at Nottingham (1m, good to soft) in April and possible excuse for a lesser run at Wolverhampton since TFRHHHII BHA53
8 LETSBEATSEPSIS (GB) (21) 54226-3 4 9-6 (2)
B g Expert Eye - Lady Morpheus
Mr P. B. Moorhead
Toby Moore (7)
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
Br Patrick Moorhead Patrick Moorhead Antiques
HHHHI BHA52
TIMEFORM VIEW Encouraging third of 11 in handicap (22/1) at Lingfield (7.6f, good to soft) on reappearance 21 days ago. Equally as effective over this trip Could make a bold bid for a first career success.
9 FIGHTING POET (IRE) (33) 16400-4 CD 8 9-4 (5)
B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Inkling (USA) Sean Dylan Bowen
The Adlestrop Club Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh
Br Coolmore Tori Global
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Creditable fourth of 8 in handicap (33/1) at Windsor (1 1/4m, good to firm) on reappearance 33 days ago. Considered back at venue which suits
HHHHI BHA50
10 TWILIGHT GUEST (GB) (10) 03-5500 CD 6 9-2 (1)
B g Twilight Son - Astrosecret Jack Doughty
John Guest Racing George Margarson, Newmarket
Br Dullingham Park Stud & Mystic Mares Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Rattled off a hat-trick in 1 1/4m handicaps last summer, including this race. Hasn’t fired in 4 outings this year but well handicapped and a revival isn’t ruled out at a track he runs so well
11 FOINIX (GB) (76) 2120-00 C D 6 9-2 (6)
B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Yeah Baby Yeah (IRE) Dylan Hogan
Mr M Robinson, Jack Pook & Jeanette May Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes
Br Winterbeck Manor Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended losing run here (1 1/2m) last August but out of sorts under both codes since.
12 CELTIC JOHN (IRE) (11) 2-16044
48
9-2 (9)
Ch g Buratino (IRE) - Celtic Ava (IRE) Darragh Keenan
Mr J. Whyte Pat Phelan, Epsom
Br Mr J. C. Whyte
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Lingfield in January. Creditable fourth of 11 in handicap at this course (1m, good, 8/1) 11 days ago. Back up in trip Not taken lightly TFRHHHHH BHA48
13 MONKS MEAD (GB) (17) 124320 D
9-1 (10)
Gr g Outstrip - Abbotsfield (IRE) George Bass
Rowdown Racing Partnership Mark Usher, Lambourn
Br Llety Farms Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Has been holding his form well in classified company on the all-weather, winning at Lingfield in January and placed on 3 other occasions. Below par back on turf at Windsor latest, though. TFRHHIII BHA47
14 CELEBRATING ETHEL (IRE) (11) 401060 CD 7 9-0 (7)
B m Gleneagles (IRE) - Deter
Myla Coppins (7)
Northway Lodge Racing & Partner Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Sweetmans Bloodstock Patrico Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Got the job done in a 7-runner classified event at Wolverhampton (9.5f) in March but has found life tougher since, including only ninth of 11 in 1m course handicap 11 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA46
2025: TWILIGHT GUEST 5 9 9 David Egan 5-2 (George Margarson) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4. Hood worn by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 2, 3, 9. Visor worn by No. 11.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 10.
Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Letsbeatsepsis (GB), 9-1 Celtic John (IRE), 10-1 Masqool (IRE), Power of Prayer (GER), 11-1 Night Bear (GB), 12-1 Bohemian Breeze (IRE), Fighting Poet (IRE), 14-1 Twilight Guest (GB), 16-1 Turpin (GB), Love You More (GB), Monks Mead (GB), 20-1 Celebrating Ethel (IRE), 25-1 Little Tiger (GB), Foinix (GB)
RACE RESULT: TIME DISTANCE 1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH
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
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ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (5F ABT 215YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD
THE FAIRPLAY DAILY PRICE BOOSTS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £6600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2725, 2nd £1363, 3rd £681, 4th £341, 5th £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (71 wins from 578 runners, 12%) runs CAPE TORONADA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (7 wins from 47 runners, 15%) runs CAPE TORONADA LONGEST TRAVELLER: CAPE TORONADA trained by T Carroll, Cropthorne, 175 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
A case can be made for all of these but CAPE TORONADA left the impression a first success is near when second at Windsor last time and earns the vote. No Claims Bonus hasn’t enjoyed the rub of the green so far this season and can likely go close from her mark if things fall right. A market move for Archie Watson handicap newcomer Lieutenant Sir would make him a threat to all.
1.CAPE TORONADA (FR) 2.NO CLAIMS BONUS 3.LIEUTENANT SIR
B f Nando Parrado - Queen of The Tarts
Warren Fentiman (3)
D MacAuliffe, A Don & J Joyce Lemos De Souza, Newmarket
Br Elwood Park Class1Personnel
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising debut Redcar third last May. Hasn’t reproduced that in 2 runs back from an absence this spring but retains potential for handicaps TFRHHHII BHA55
2
B g Mayson - Bint Aldar
Juxtaposition Records
Br R. F. and S. D. Knipe
William Cox
Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Archie Watson Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Qualified for handicaps with 3 quick runs over 5f on all-weather at the end of 2025 Gelded ahead of this return to action and no surprise were he to prove a totally different proposition in low-grade handicaps. All the more interesting if backed. TFRHHHHI BHA54
3
CAPE TORONADA (FR) (22) 000-642 BF
B f Toronado (IRE) - It’s Complicated
Wedgewood Estates
9-7 (6)
William Carson
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Mme Liza Judd Wedgewood Estates
Good second of 12 in handicap at Windsor (6f, good to firm, 5/2) 22 days ago, bumping into an improver. Looks capable of winning soon. HHHHH53
4
A LOTT
OF
KANE
(IRE) (8) 4-30214 D
Ch g Cotai Glory - Norwegian Highness (FR)
9-4 (8)
Joey Haynes
Mr David N. Reynolds Chelsea Banham, Newmarket
Br Kangyu International Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in 6f Wolverhampton handicap in March. Not disgraced from wide draw when fourth of 11 in classified event there (5f, 16/5) 8 days ago. Claims if as effective back on turf Engaged 5.10 Leicester Monday TFRHHHII BHA50
5 ARVANA BELLE (IRE) (22) 0123-60 CD
B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Israfel
(4)
Darragh Keenan
Middleham Park Racing CXI Rod Millman, Cullompton
Br Rbr Bloodstock Ltd Tattersalls, Rod Millman Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner on good last August and also went close on soft here the following month Down the field at Bath and Windsor on return to this spring but it’s possible a return to Brighton will spark a revival. TFRHHHII BHA50
6 NO CLAIMS BONUS (GB) (14) 535-035
B f Aclaim (IRE) - With Caution (IRE) Kaiya Fraser
Mr Harold Nass Harry Eustace, Newmarket
Br Rockville Pike Partnership Rank Interactive (Gibraltar) Limited, Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to meet market expectations in a pair of nurseries last term but has shaped better than the bare result on all starts this season, meeting trouble and not ideally placed when fifth of 13 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, good) 14 days ago Considered. TFRHHHHI BHA48
7 SAECULAMATION (IRE) (14) 500434 D 9-2 (3)
B g Acclamation - Saecula Saeculorum (IRE) Jack Callan (3)
Mr Clarence Bennie Robinson George Margarson, Newmarket
Br Danidh Partnership Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account at Chelmsford (6f) in December. Creditable fourth of 13 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, good) 14 days ago, keeping on from further back than ideal TFRHHHII BHA48
1-2-3:
8 POETIC GRACE (IRE) (21) 000-443 9-0
B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Sonnet Rose (IRE)
Mr John C. Davies
Br Mr J. C. Davies
Silvestre De Sousa
Conrad Allen, Newmarket
Arabian Shield Insurance Company
TIMEFORM VIEW Has reached the frame in 3 handicaps over 7f/1m this spring. Looks speedy enough to cope with the drop to 6f for the first time TFRHHHII BHA44
2025: AMARACHI (IRE) 3 9 0 Mason Paetel 9-4 (Conrad Allen) 7 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Blinkers worn by No. 8. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2. Stewards Note:
POETIC GRACE: Following its run on 19/5/2026 it was reported that the horse would prefer a faster surface.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Cape Toronada (FR), 11-2 Poetic Grace (IRE), 13-2 No Claims Bonus (GB), Saeculamation (IRE), 8-1 A Lott of Kane (IRE), 9-1 Lieutenant Sir (GB), 12-1 Rivera Queen (IRE), Arvana Belle (IRE)
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Total prize fund
£8400 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3468, 2nd £1735, 3rd £867, 4th £433, 5th £217. (Penalty Value £4396.56) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (71 wins from 578 runners, 12%) runs KENTO AND RECON MISSION TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (7 wins from 47 runners, 15%) runs KENTO AND RECON MISSION
WEIGHTWATCHER: SECRET HANDSHEIKH won off a handicap mark of 63, his rating is now down 8lb to 55. LONGEST TRAVELLER: RECON MISSION & KENTO trained by T Carroll, Cropthorne, 175 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
MERRIMACK can get his head back in front at a track where he has a good record. Ancient State will be a danger if translating his recent all-weather form to turf Course specialist Secret Handsheikh is next on the list.
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - No More Thrills
William Carson
Mr D. Morgan Adam Kirby, Kirtling
Br Ballyhane Adam Kirby Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Has improved for the switch to Adam Kirby this season, landing 5f Southwell handicap before runner-up at Lingfield and Wolverhampton. Player if as effective back on turf for only a second time TFRHHHHI BHA70
2 MERRIMACK (GB) (8) 313032 CD
B g Showcasing - Megan Lily (IRE)
Mr W Enticknap & Mr B Ralph
5 9-8 (2)
Chloe Lyons (7)
Stuart Williams, Newmarket
Br Montcastle Bloodstock Ltd Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Front runner who resumed winning ways over 5f at Chelmsford in January. Remained in form since (close second at Newbury latest) and this C&D winner looks sure to make another bold bid. TFRHHHHH BHA69
3 MICK’S SPIRIT (GB) (11) 146146 D
8 9-7 (7)
Br g Swiss Spirit - Fortunately Darragh Keenan sportsdays.co.uk Conrad Allen, Newmarket
Br Dalwhinnie Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW A dual 5f winner at Lingfield this winter but his last 2 efforts have been below par. A visor is refitted now back on turf. TFRHHIII BHA68
4 RORY ROCKET (GB) (38) 06-0016
B g Aclaim (IRE) - Sunflower Seed
T. Jacobs & Mr G.L. Moore
Br Willie Musson Racing Ltd
4 9-0 (5)
Warren Fentiman (3)
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Kempton in March 11/1, sixth of 9 in handicap at Goodwood (5f, good to firm) 38 days ago, unable to sustain effort. TFRHHHII BHA61
5 RECON MISSION (IRE) (22) 63032-6 D 10 8-13 (3)
B g Kodiac - Ermine Ruby
Myla Coppins (7)
Dr S. Fleming Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Tally-Ho Stud Mill House Racing Limited, Millen Hotels
TIMEFORM VIEW Front-runner who went close over C&D on his final start last year Never involved after a slow start on Lingfield reappearance 3 weeks ago. This veteran should be sharper with that run behind him. TFRHHHII BHA60
6 KENTO (GB) (11) 131351 CD
8-9 (1)
Gr g Kuroshio (AUS) - Jillolini Silvestre De Sousa
LPOG22 & Partner Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br D. R. Botterill & E. Boumans racehorse-ownership.com
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice at Wolverhampton this spring and landed a third success of 2026 when showing a good attitude to shade a tight finish over C&D (good) 11 days ago. Should remain competitive off 4lb higher. TFRHHHII BHA56
7 SECRET HANDSHEIKH (GB) (11) 003003 CD 8 8-8 (6)
B g Mayson - Descriptive (IRE) Jack Callan (3)
The Old Deer Racing Partnership John Gallagher, Moreton-In-Marsh
Br Tibthorpe Stud Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time C&D winner Bounced back from a couple of lesser efforts when third of 13 over 6f here (good) 11 days ago. Can give another good account. TFRHHHHI BHA55
8 ROMAN SPRING (IRE) (17) 213-360 C D 6 8-8 (8)
Br g Caravaggio (USA) - Aurora Spring (IRE)
Jack Doughty Vice Royal Partnership Rachel Cook & John Bridger, Liphook Br Lynch Bages Ltd Oldwick Saddlery & Animal Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. Latest win at Lingfield in November. Third on Salisbury reappearance last month but has disappointed twice since Bounce back needed TFRHHIII BHA55
2025: HK FOURTEEN (IRE) 5 9 8 Jack Doughty 11-8 (Tony Carroll) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Visor worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 8. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.
Stewards Note:
ROMAN SPRING: Following its run on 23/5/2026 it was reported that the horse jumped awkwardly from the stalls.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Ancient State (IRE), 3-1 Merrimack (GB), 11-2 Kento (GB), Secret Handsheikh (GB), 12-1 Rory Rocket (GB), 14-1 Recon Mission (IRE), 25-1 Mick’s Spirit (GB), 33-1 Roman Spring (IRE)
RACE RESULT: TIME DISTANCE 1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 6.21 - THE BET NOW WITH fairplaybet.co.uk APPRENTICE CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3454 to the winning horse The second to receive £1620, the third £809, the fourth £405 and the fifth £201. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-50. Enter by noon, June 3rd and pay £33 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 7th. Weights: 3-y-o 8st 13lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 30th, 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 June 6th, 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). 17 entries at £33. - Closed June 3rd, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2725; Second £1363; Third £681; Fourth £341; Fifth £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) A SS
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Second Race 6.51 - THE DOWNLOAD THE FAIRPLAY APP NOW CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) (Brighton Summer Sprint Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3454 to the winning horse The second to receive £1620, the third £809, the fourth £405 and the fifth £201. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-50. Enter by noon, June 3rd and pay £33 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 7th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 2lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 30th, 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). All horses which Start in this race, as defined in the Rules of Racing, will be eligible to enter THE BRIGHTON SUMMER SPRINT SERIES FINAL to be run over 5f 215y at Brighton on 23 August, 2026. In the event of the abandonment of this qualifying race, any horse which has been declared to run in this race , or any horse entered to run in this race if the time of the abandonment was prior to the declaration stage, will be qualified to enter the Final. Any horse which has been eliminated from this qualifying race will also be eligible, subject to the Rules of Racing, to enter the Final. The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code) for the purposes of this race, such that a horse will gain protection from elimination by obtaining points throughout the series. Points will be awarded in each qualifier as follows: Winner-10 points, 2nd-8 points, 3rd-6 points, 4th-4 points, 5th-2 points, 6th-1 point. Points will also be awarded under the Brighton Frequent Runner Scheme. Horses that Start in three Qualifiers at Brighton during 2026 will be awarded 9 points. These 9 points will be in addition to any points that a horse may gain from the qualifying races. The horse obtaining the highest number of points will be afforded the greatest protection from elimination. In the event of two or more horses being entered for the Final with the same number of points, the horse allotted the lowest weight will be eliminated first. If two or more such horses have the same weight, their position in the elimination sequence will be allocated by random ballot. 17 entries at £33. - Closed June 3rd, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2725; Second £1363; Third £681; Fourth £341; Fifth £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) SS
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Third Race 7.21 - THE WATCH LIVE RACING ON fairplaybet.co.uk “CONFINED” HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (For horses which have not won a race in 2026) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3454 to the winning horse The second to receive £1620, the third £809, the fourth £405 and the fifth £201. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 which have not won a race in 2026 (also open to such horses rated 50 and below). £33 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £27 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 7th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb. 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. 17 entries at £33. - Closed June 3rd, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2725; Second £1363; Third £681; Fourth £341; Fifth £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) SS
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Fourth Race 7.51 - THE FAIRPLAY LETS BET ON IT! HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3454 to the winning horse The second to receive £1620, the third £809, the fourth £405 and the fifth £201. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £33 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £27 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 7th. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 30th, 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 £6 and 14 at £33. - Closed June 3rd, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2725; Second £1363; Third £681; Fourth £341; Fifth £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS
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Fifth Race 8.21 - THE FAIRPLAY DAILY PRICE BOOSTS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3454 to the winning horse The second to receive £1620, the third £809, the fourth £405 and the fifth £201. for three yrs old only, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £33 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £27 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 7th. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 30th, 2026, for each race won 6lb. 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 13 entries at £33. - Closed June 3rd, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2725; Second £1363; Third £681; Fourth £341; Fifth £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) SS
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Sixth Race 8.51 - THE fairplaybet.co.uk BET £20 GET £20 FREE BETS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4396 to the winning horse The second to receive £2063, the third £1030, the fourth £515 and the fifth £257. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 50 and below). £42 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £34 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 7th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 30th, 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 10 entries at £42. - Closed June 3rd, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £3468; Second £1735; Third £867; Fourth £433; Fifth £217. (Penalty Value £4396.56) SS
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