A very warm welcome to everyone joining us today at Chepstow Racecourse. We are delighted to share an afternoon of thrilling, competitive racing and family-friendly entertainment with you.
We are thrilled to once again be supporting the Pony Racing Authority’s Racecourse Series by hosting two pony races today. This series gives rising stars in the saddle and their ponies a great opportunity to showcase their skills in front of a racecourse crowd, something we are proud to be a part of. The pony races are then followed by 7 races all on the flat turf course, with some competitive handicaps and exciting maiden stakes on the card.
Today you’ll get the chance to meet The Gruffalo & Zog in unforgettable character encounters, plus enjoy MC Grammar live on stage with his fun-packed, interactive show!
Alongside the racing, explore a world of free family fun including funfair rides, creative kids’ activities, football freestyle displays, a rugby skills zone, tasty food & drink, and our relaxing picnic area.
Looking for this day’s itinerary?
Please refer to the next page for a full schedule of entertainment, activities and the races.
A special thank you goes to our sponsors, DragonBet, Moon & Co., RBM HAULAGE, THE PRINT & GIFT CO. and Johnny Hathaway Photography. We are truly grateful for your generous support and we look forward to watching your sponsored races unfold later today.
We’d also like to extend our appreciation to the owners and trainers joining us today. Your dedication to the sport and your horses is inspiring and we wish you every success throughout this afternoon’s racing.
As you may have seen that we have announced our fixtures for 2026. We’re thrilled to have secured a very special Centenary Fixture on Sunday, 9th August. This landmark event will celebrate 100 years of racing at Chepstow. We’ll be making many more announcements in due course about the day itself, along with a series of exciting celebrations planned across the year
For any queries, or to donate any memorabilia to us for the 100th year celebration please contact us on centenary@chepstow-racecourse.co.uk
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Itinerary Iti
Time Activity / ActLocation
12:00 - 12:40 Gruffalo & Zog Lawn
12.40 Pony Race Track
12:45 - 13:30 MC Grammar Stage
13:30 Football Freestyler Lawn/stage area
13:00 - 13:40 Gruffalo & Zog Lawn
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13.00 Pony Race Track
13:30 - 14:00 Tom Big Charity Ride Arrival Gate 4
13:53 Race 1Track
14:00 - 14:40 Gruffalo & Zog Lawn
14:28 Race 2Track
14:30 Football Freestyler Lawn/stage area
15:00 - 15:40 Gruffalo & Zog Lawn
15:03 Race 3Track 15:38 Race 4Track
16:00 - 16:30 Gruffalo & Zog Lawn
16:13 Race 5Track
16:30 Football Freestyler Lawn/stage area
16:48 Race 6Track
17:23 Race 7Track All day fun Face painting, Rugby Skills Zone, Trampolines, Hair Extension Stall Lawn
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
MONDAY 25 AUGUST
(UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)
STEWARDS OF THE MEETING
CHIEF STEWARD STEVE DROWNE
The Chepstow Racecourse Executive would like to thank our sponsors and wish them an enjoyable and prosperous day’s racing.
STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR JOANNE HAWKINS
MILLY BERSEY, MARGARET GROVES, RICHARD WESTROPP
STARTERS
WILLIAM JORDAN
SOPHIA UPTON
JUDGE
GUY LEWIS
CLERK OF THE SCALES
ROBERT CUTHBERT
VETERINARY OFFICER
GRAHAM POTTS
VETERINARY SURGEONS
BOBBY McEWEN
SCOTT MILNES
CARYS REYNOLDS
SENIOR MEDICAL OFFICER
DR NAOMI CUMMINGS
MEDICAL OFFICER
DR NUALA DUNNE
NURSE
SARAH GODFREY
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
JEREMY WILLIS
JANE SOUTHAM
ANDREA KELLY
HORSE HANDLERS
KAREN WILLIAMS
JADE LAZENBY
GENERAL MANAGER
LUKE ADMANS
CLERK OF THE COURSE
DAI JONES
HEAD GROUNDSMAN
RON MASON
SAFEGUARDING LEAD
LUKE ADMANS
COMMENTATOR
MARTIN HARRIS
BETTING RING MANAGER ANDY COLLINS
birthplace of horse if not Great Britain
horse’s name
form guide
previous performances
horse’s saddlecloth number colour graphic draw age weight st-lbs
No. of days since last ran
1 TOP COP (12) 050322
/=new season
-=new year
Bold type shows all weather form
C=course winner
D=distance winner
CD=course & distance winner
BF=beaten favourite
B g Acclamation - Speed Cop
6 9-7 (11)
Matthew Cosham (3) South Wales Argus & Chepstow Racing Club
Ronald Harris, Chepstow Br Littleton Stud
Ron Harris Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest strike-rate (2-47) but has posted solid efforts in sprint handicaps here and at Ffos Las recently Remains on a workable mark and ought to make his presence felt once again. TFR HHHHI BHA55
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor S Br
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 nonhandicaps 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 For novice steeple chasers, the latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the Handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.
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The Dragon TV and Film Studios Pony Race 138cm & Under 12.40pm 1m
Pony Name Rider Age
1 Swanlow Sweet Dreams
Min Weight: 7st 2lbs mare
Height: 135.5 Form: 10,5
Charlie Chalmers 14
Pony Age: 8
Colour: Bay
Colours: Navy Blue, White Star, Navy Blue Sleeves, Navy Blue Cap, White Star
2 Dance Alone Tom Devereux 13
Min Weight: 7st 10lbs gelding
Height: 138 Form: 3,2,2,3,2
Pony Age: 7
Colours: Yellow, Purple Chevrons, Yellow Sleeves, Emerald Green Cap
Colour: Gray
3 Mayday Black Mink Jack Yardley 12
Min Weight: 7st 2lbs gelding
Height: 137 Form: 7,6,4,5,5,4
Pony Age: 17
Colours: White, Red Hoops, Red Sleeves, White Spots, Red Cap
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1 Steal My Girl Myla Coppins
Min Weight: 10st mare
Height: 148
Form: 3,2,2,2
Pony Age: 11
Colours: Red, White Triple Diamond, Red Sleeves, White Spots, Royal Blue Cap
2 Its Fatherted Sophie Fryer
Min Weight: 10st 4lbs gelding
Height: 148 Form: 4,1,3,4
Pony Age: 13
16
Colour: Bay
13
Colour: Bay
Colours: Navy Blue, Pink Star, Navy Blue Sleeves, Pink, Navy Blue Cap, Pink Star
3 Red Hot Dolly Dewi John Haddock
Min Weight: 9st 4lbs mare
Height: 148 Form: 10,
Pony Age: 5
16
Colour: Chestnut
Colours: Red, Triple Light Blue Diamond, Red Sleeves, Light blue Diablo, Red Cap, Light Blue Diamonds
4 Tiny Dancer Harry Longsdon 13
Min Weight: 8st 3lbs gelding
Height: 145 Form: 2,6,5,5
Pony Age: 16
Colour: Bay
Colours: Emerald Green, White Diabolo, Emerald Green Sleeves, White Diablo, Emerald Green Cap, White Quartered
5 White Water Lowan Cruise Mills 14
Min Weight: 9st 8lbs mare
Height: 148 Form: 2,1,3
Pony Age: 14
Colour: Bay
Colours: Royal Blue, White Stars, Red Sleeves, White Stars, White Cap, Red Star
6 She’s A Corker Freddie Robson 15
Min Weight: 10st 11lbs mare
Height: 148 Form: 1,1,1
Pony Age: 5
Colour: Bay
Colours: Yellow, Navy Blue quartered, Yellow Sleeves, Navy Blue Striped, Yellow Cap, Navy Blue Quartered
7 Obi 1 Knobi Harry Vigors 15
Min Weight: 8st gelding
Height: 147.7
Form: 6,7,7,6,5
Colours: Light Green, White Sleeves and cap
Pony Age: 14
8 Madame Mimi Grace Williams
Min Weight: 8st 4lbs mare
Height: 147.8
Form: 5,8,1,4
Pony Age: 13
Colour: Bay
17
Colour: Bay
Colours: Navy Blue, Pink quartered, Navy Blue Sleeves, Pink Check, Pink Cap
Once again, we are racing in support of Noah’s Journey.
Noah is 19 years old and was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour. He began treatment in October 2021, and after 74 weeks of chemotherapy, the tumour sadly continued to grow.
Despite facing this incredibly difficult challenge, Noah decided he wanted to give something back. His dream is to raise enough funds to create a holiday home called Noah’s Retreat, where families facing similar journeys can make lasting memories together.
YThe purpose of Noah’s Retreat is to provide families with a safe haven — a place to find joy, peace, and cherished moments, whether during gruelling treatment or while coping with a terminal diagnosis. It will be somewhere to laugh, rest, and create memories that will last forever.
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This journey is not only difficult for the individual but also deeply affects the entire family. The funds raised will help bring Noah’s dream to life and ensure the Retreat continues to support families for years to come.
A heartfelt thank you to all our race sponsors who have generously donated to this incredible cause.
To donate, simply scan the QR code or pop any spare change into the collection buckets. Every contribution makes a difference!
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FIRST RACE 1.53
ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (7F ABT 16YDS) FOR MAIDEN TWO YRS OLD
THE NOAHS RETREAT / ACCESSIBILITY AT HEART
RESTRICTED
MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (FOR HORSES IN BAND D) (GBB
Total prize fund £6800
Owners Prize Money. 1st £2902, 2nd £1450, 3rd £726, 4th £362. (Penalty Value £3672) SS
RACE)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): A Watson (16 wins from 63 runners, 25%) runs CASTRILLO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D O’Meara (12 wins from 47 runners, 26%) runs TEN SIXTY SIX LONGEST TRAVELLER: TEN SIXTY SIX trained by D O’Meara, Upper Helmsley, 235 miles.
TEN SIXTY SIX was edged out only in the final 100 yds at Musselburgh on debut and should prove hard to beat in a weak maiden. Castrillo offered something to work on at Doncaster, while Gazal Almarmoom is a newcomer to note.
1 ADDMANN (GB) (40) 0
B c Advertise - Lady Lustre Taylor Fisher (3)
Mr Paul Anthony Mann Joe Tickle, Tiverton
Br Paul Anthony Mann
TIMEFORM VIEW Advertise colt. Last of 11 in maiden at Ffos Las (6f, good, 200/1) on debut 40 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA-
2 CAPTAIN CAIRNEY (GB) (-)
9-7 (5)
Ch c Sottsass (FR) - Cardiff Lewis Edmunds J O’Mulloy and W R Muir William Muir & Chris Grassick, Lambourn
Br The National Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWFoaled February 21 Sottsass colt. Dam, runner-up at 5f at 2 yrs, out of maiden sister to 1000 Guineas/ Oaks winner Minding, Oaks winner Tuesday and Irish 1000 Guineas winner Empress Josephine TFRHHHII BHA-
TIMEFORMVIEW 8,000 gns Belardo colt. Closely related to 7f-8.6f winner Glam Squad and half-brother to winner up to 7f Fornarinah Dam 6f winner 11/4, fourth of 8 in maiden at Doncaster (7f, good to firm) on debut 37 days ago, unable to sustain effort Should have more to offer. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 GAZAL ALMARMOOM (IRE) (-)
9-7 (6)
B c Magna Grecia (IRE) - Reem Al Marmoom (IRE) Finley Marsh
Mr Jaber Abdullah Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 24 Magna Grecia colt. Dam unraced out of useful 2-y-o 5f/6f winner Ventura Mist Newcomer to note TFRHHHII BHA-
5 ANYWAYTHEWINDBLOWS (GB) (14) 0
9-2 (4)
Gr f Zoustar (AUS) - Helcia (IRE) Rhys Clutterbuck
Fillies First Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn
Br The Helcia Partnership Pump Technology Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW21,000 gns foal, Zoustar filly. Dam French 2-y-o 1m winner out of very smart 6.5f-1m winner Mizdirection (won Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint twice) Seventh of 12 in maiden at Kempton (7f, 9/1) on debut 14 days ago, slowly away TFRHHIII BHA-
6 FORCEFUL LADY (GB) (30) 00 9-2 (3)
B f Land Force (IRE) - Chittenden (USA) Jack Doughty
Mr D. Boocock Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Boocock Trading Ltd Tote TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced filly. 200/1, tenth of 12 in
7 TEN SIXTY SIX (IRE) (24) 2 9-2 (7)
B f Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Zabeel Park (USA) Sean Levey
Mr Chris Napthine David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Br Mr C. Geoghegan GAIN Equine Nutrition TIMEFORMVIEWTen Sovereigns filly. Dam, 2-y-o 6f winner, half-sister to British/Irish 1000 Guineas winner Finsceal Beo. Promising type 13/2, second of 9 in maiden at Musselburgh (7.1f, good) on debut 24 days ago, having run of
Taryn Langley (5) Ms L. Howard David Flood, Stow-on-the-Wold
Br Fernham Farm Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced filly. 66/1, last of 7 in maiden at Leicester (6f, good to firm) 26 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA-
2024: LOUIE THE LEGEND (IRE) 2 9 7 Ray Dawson 7-2 (Dylan Cunha) 16 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Probable S.P’s: 10-11 Ten Sixty Six (IRE), 9-2 Gazal Almarmoom (IRE), 11-2 Castrillo (IRE), 9-1 Captain Cairney (GB), 20-1 Anywaythewindblows (GB), 66-1 Forceful Lady (GB), Time For Action (GB), 100-1 Addmann (GB)
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of 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 the HBLB.
POSITION OF STALLS
Middle: Straight
ABBREVIATIONS BF - Beaten Favourite
- Brought Down
C - Course Winner S - Slipped Up
SECOND RACE 2.28
ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (5F ABT 16YDS) FOR TWO YRS OLD
THE DRAGONBET WELSH RACING FESTIVAL 10-12 OCT NURSERY
HANDICAP
Total prize fund £8000
STAKES (CLASS 6)
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights lowered 1lb. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): E J-Houghton (10 wins from 63 runners, 16%) runs HIGHLIGHTING TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): H Palmer (6 wins from 30 runners, 20%) runs LOOKS LIKELY LONGEST TRAVELLER: DOILOOKOKAY trained by N Tinkler, Malton, 225 miles.
There was little between REDDITIZIO and Doilookokay at Chelmsford last time and the former might be able to reverse the placings on 2lb better terms.
(12)
B f Dream Ahead (USA) - Mirror Kisses
Lewis Chalkley (7)
Resdev & partner Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Br Bickmarsh Stud Resdev Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed minimal ability in first two starts but demonstrated slight improvement when sixth of 8 in maiden at Beverley (50/1) 12 days ago, chasing leaders before weakening Makes handicap debut at a lower level. TFRHHHII BHA54
2 LOOKS LIKELY (GB) (31) 645
Ch f Showcasing - Looks All Right (IRE)
Kirtlington Park I
9-8 (1)
Liam Wright (5)
Hugo Palmer, Malpas
Br Glebe Farm Stud Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Has been well held in three maiden starts, finishing fifth of 6 at Sandown (18/1) 31 days ago. May yet have a bit to offer in low-grade nurseries. TFRHHHII BHA54
3 HIGHLIGHTING (GB) (19) 0060
9-7 (2)
Ch f Showcasing - Indigo Beat Callum Hutchinson
The Woodway 20 Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury
Br Coverdale Stud ABM Catering Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Poor form in all four starts, last of 8 in handicap at Kempton (18/1) 19 days ago. Wears first-time cheekpieces TFRHIIII BHA53
4 DOILOOKOKAY (GB) (18) 00421 D
9-7 (4)
B g Land Force (IRE) - Autumn Leaf (IRE) Faye McManoman
Reliance Racing Partnership Nigel Tinkler, Malton
Br Heidi Tinkler Reliance Medical Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed significant improvement when finishing second of 7 in a 5f handicap at Leicester (12/1) Won 7-runner handicap at Chelmsford (AW) (9/4) 18 days ago, just holding on by a head from Doilookokay. Started off at a low mark and likely to have other softish openings. TFRHHHHI BHA53
5 ISTHATU (GB) (13) 050
B f Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Dubawi’s Spirit (IRE)
Mr J. S. Moore
9-6 (5)
Taylor Fisher (3)
J. S. Moore, Upper Lambourn
Br Llety Farms Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Shown modest form in three novice races, finishing 7th of 9 at Lingfield (50/1) 13 days ago when held up and well beaten Makes handicap debut here over the minimum trip TFRHHIII BHA52
6 REDDITIZIO (IRE) (18) 542232
B f Profitable (IRE) - Ma Bella Paola (FR)
Mr P Grimes & J S Moore
Br Mattock Stud
9-4 (3)
Elizabeth Gale (5)
J. S. Moore, Upper Lambourn
TIMEFORMVIEWFinished runner-up in three of last four starts over 5f Second of 7 in AW handicap at Chelmsford (5/1) 18 days ago, ran her best race but was worried out of it by Redditizio in final 1f Can go well again. TFRHHHHH BHA50
2024: SOLAR EDGE 2 9 2 Gina Mangan 8-1 (Christopher Mason) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.
ABOUT ONE MILE (8F ABT 14YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE DRAGONBET SUPPORTING
BRITISH RACING CHEPSTOW
MILE SERIES FINAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)
Total prize fund £35000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £14221, 2nd £7112, 3rd £3556, 4th £1778, 5th £889, 6th £445. (Penalty Value £18039) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J G O’Shea (20 wins from 153 runners, 13%) runs LETTER OF THE LAW & ROMANOVICH
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Channon (5 wins from 18 runners, 28%) runs SANGARA LONGEST TRAVELLER: ONSLOW GARDENS trained by K Frost, Newark, 149 miles.
ONSLOW GARDENS remains a maiden but was an unlucky second at Nottingham last time, suggesting a breakthrough win is near Ajrad has suddenly found form with two wide-margin victories at this C&D, while Diddy Man looks up to winning again before too long after his close second at Doncaster
1
B m Cable Bay (IRE) - Decorative (IRE) Taylor Fisher (3)
Mr J. L. Flint John & Rhys Flint, Bridgend
Br Decorative Syndicate
TIMEFORMVIEWCourse winner who finished third of 10 at this track (13/2) 31 days ago before finishing seventh of 12 in handicap at Windsor over 10f (20/1) 11 days ago. Previous course form gives some hope at this venue. TFRHHHII BHA68
2 DIDDY MAN (GB) (32) 441352 D
4 9-11 (15)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Milldale Robert Havlin Devauden Court Racing Club
Br Whatton Manor Stud
Thomas Faulkner, Devauden
TIMEFORMVIEWThree-time winner in handicaps. Ran a cracker when second of 11 in handicap at Doncaster (10/1) 32 days ago, travelling well and leading 1f out before headed in final furlong. Looks capable of winning again before too long TFRHHHHI BHA67
3 SOI DAO (IRE) (11) 546321 C D
6 9-10 (8)
B m Twilight Son - Home Cummins (IRE) Taryn Langley (5)
Mr C G Major
Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
Br Tally-Ho Stud Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent performer at Chepstow this summer First of 6 in handicap at this course over 7f (9/4) 11 days ago, wearing headgear and pulling clear with the runner-up. Player up 4lb. TFRHHHHI BHA66
4 SERIOUS LOOK (IRE) (31) 00-1130
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Fregate First
Mr T. Faulkner
Br Yeomanstown Stud
NON-RUNNER
5 9-9 (5)
Thomas Faulkner, Devauden
TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER. TFRIIIII BHA65
5 ONSLOW GARDENS (IRE) (18) 430302
5 9-9 (6)
Br g Footstepsinthesand - Just Darcy Alec Voikhansky (3)
Dr Misha Voikhansky Kevin Frost, Newark
Br Newtown Stud Kevin Frost Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden after 16 starts but ran third at this C&D in June after joining current stable Unlucky second of 9 in handicap at Nottingham (16/1) 18 days ago, caught behind rivals before keeping on well Recent near miss suggests a breakthrough win could be close TFRHHHHH BHA65
6 ROMANOVICH (IRE) (11) 014515 C D 6 9-7 (16)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - My Favourite Thing William Carson
Mrs S M Maine & Mr Roger Gould John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn
Br Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Course specialist over 7f but fifth of 6 in handicap at Chepstow (11/4)
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a handicap at Brighton (4/1) in May and returned to form when third of 7 in handicap at Chepstow over 7f (5/2) 31 days ago. Returns to the mile trip which should suit better TFRHHHII BHA61
9 AJRAD (GB) (11) 450211 CD
Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Princess Cammie (IRE)
7 9-4 (12)
Lewis Edmunds
Canisbay Bloodstock Rod Millman, Cullompton
Br Aston Mullins Stud Millman Racing Club, Rod Millman Racing Ltd, Fleetwood Developments Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWIn good form at Chepstow with two wide-margin handicap victories. First of 13 in handicap over C&D (10/3) 11 days ago, held up before making good headway and winning readily. Not straightforward as a rule but thriving all of a sudden TFRHHHHI BHA60
10 LHEBAYEB (GER) (31) 151020 CD
B m Alhebayeb (IRE) - Lady Gabrielle (IRE)
7 9-3 (10)
Edward Greatrex
Mr Douglas Boddy Richard Price, Hereford
Br Mount Coote Stud Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in June (15/8) who ran well when second at Ffos Las (12/1), but finished ninth of 10 back at this C&D (12/1) 31 days ago in a below-par effort Inconsistent performer TFRHHHII BHA59
11 DOVEY MOON (GB) (25) 445154 CD
B g Massaat (IRE) - Song To The Moon (IRE)
Mr R. Kent
Br Mickley Stud & Mr Tony Jones
3 9-2 (9)
Jack Dace (5)
David Evans, Abergavenny
Emma Evans Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner over C&D in May but inconsistent since, finishing fourth of 8 in mile handicap at Nottingham (8/1) 25 days ago. Form since sole victory uninspiring. TFRHHIII BHA64
12 RIVAL (GB) (11) 5-60242 D
B g Iffraaj - Pamona (IRE)
P.DuffyD.SemmensVWilliamsRHarperMLoveday
7 8-11 (3)
Elizabeth Gale (5)
John & Rhys Flint, Bridgend
Br Highclere Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWHas shown improved form recently, finishing second of 13 in handicap at this C&D (9/1) 11 days ago when travelling well, led before 2f out but faded late Recent efforts offer hope despite not having won for 20 races. TFRHHHII BHA53
13 SANGARA (IRE) (11) 055-004
B f Bungle Inthejungle - Jeremys Joy (IRE)
Thurloe Thoroughbreds LV
3 8-8 (13)
George Bass
Jack Channon, West Ilsley
Br Philip & Anne Gilligan & Family Osborne Studio Gallery
TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable fourth of 13 at this C&D (33/1) 11 days ago, making late but laboured progress first time at 8f Needs to build on that modest improvement TFRHHHII BHA56
14 FACT OR FABLE (IRE) (11) 261435 CD
Gr g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Unreal
8 8-5 (14)
Gina Mangan
Mrs Wendy Jarrett & J S Moore J. S. Moore, Upper Lambourn
Br Jill Finegan & Noel Cogan Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Won at Bath (8f) in June before finishing 5th of 13 in handicap at this C&D (15/2) 11 days ago, racing closer to the pace than ideal. Has previous course form including a C&D win TFRHHHII BHA47
15 TOO MUCH TREVOR (GB) (11) 363203
Br g Magna Grecia (IRE) - Walk On Bye (IRE)
Grace Harris Racing
Br Moyns Park Estate and Stud Ltd
4 8-5 (7)
Aidan Keeley
Grace Harris, Shirenewton
Michelle Harris, Grace Harris Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Inconsistent handicapper who was third of 13 at this C&D (15/2) 11 days ago, racing alone on far rail after being slowly away Has never won in 23 career starts Comes with serious risks attached TFRHHIII BHA47
16 PORT NOIR (GB) (12) 300642 C
Bl m Harbour Watch (IRE) - Cocabana
Endless Acres ten
Br R. C. Dollar & Hellwood Stud Farm
8 8-5 (11)
Jack Doughty
Robert Stephens, Caldicot
Endless Acres Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed return to form when second of 10 in handicap at Ffos Las (12/1) 12 days ago. Has not won for 17 races. Suited by emphasis on stamina TFRHHHII BHA47
17 LETTER OF THE LAW (IRE) (6) 205605 CD 6 8-3 (1)
B g Lawman (FR) - Lady Ravenna (IRE)
Mr N. G. H. Ayliffe
Br Forenaghts Stud & Tinnakill Bloodstock
Jay Mackay (7)
John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn
TIMEFORMVIEWContinues out of sorts, finishing last of 5 in handicap at this course and distance (4/1) 6 days ago when allowed a soft lead but weakened Has now gone 15 races without a win Blinkers replace cheekpieces today. TFRHHIII BHA43
2024: VALKYRIAN (IRE) 4 9 12 Saffie Osborne 9-2 (Jamie Osborne) 12 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 17 Blinkers worn by No. 6, 7, 17. Tongue Strap worn by No. 16. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 13.
SPIRIT OF THE BAY: Following its run on 14/8/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed. FACT OR FABLE: Following its run on 14/8/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed. TOO MUCH TREVOR: Following its run on 14/8/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Ajrad (GB), 13-2 Onslow Gardens (IRE), 17-2 Diddy Man (GB), 9-1 Soi Dao (IRE), 14-1 Johnjay (GB), Rival (GB), Port Noir (GB), 20-1 Too Much Trevor (GB), 22-1 Romanovich (IRE), Dappled Light (GB), 25-1 Spirit of The Bay (IRE), Dovey Moon (GB), 28-1 Fact Or Fable (IRE), 33-1 Lhebayeb (GER), Letter of The Law (IRE), 40-1 Sangara (IRE)
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FOURTH RACE 3.38
ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (5F ABT 16YDS) FOR MAIDEN THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE DRAGONBET BORN FROM THE BETTING
MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £7200
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3072, 2nd £1536, 3rd £768, 4th £384. (Penalty Value £3888) SS
RING
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): C Mason (16 wins from 93 runners, 17%) runs GLAMOROUS JEWEL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Attwater (2 wins from 8 runners, 25%) runs LOVE YOU MILLIONS LONGEST TRAVELLERS: STAR OF MALI trained by J Tate & TOMMY BLUE trained by I G-Leveque, Newmarket, 195 miles.
Maidens don’t come much weaker than this and an excellent opportunity for the fairly-useful STAR OF MALI to open his account.
1 OFF THE BENCH (GB) (11) 455500
3 9-7 (4)
B g Ardad (IRE) - Davinci Dawn Taylor Fisher (3)
Mr H Maye J. S. Moore, Upper Lambourn
Br Rosyground Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 16 Flat runs. 66/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at this course (6.1f, good) 11 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA44
2 STAR OF MALI (IRE) (20) 324 3 9-7 (2)
B c Sands of Mali (FR) - Runaway Sparkle Lewis Edmunds Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum James Tate, Newmarket
Br Mr Karlheinz Wurtenberger
TIMEFORMVIEW Thrice-raced colt. 4/1, fourth of 10 in maiden at Newbury (6f, good to firm) 20 days ago. Visor on 1st time Hard to beat TFRHHHHH BHA75
3 TOMMY BLUE (GB) (21) 05
B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Zophilly (IRE)
3 9-7 (3)
Benoit de la Sayette
Mrs M. Hebbard Mrs Ilka Gansera-Leveque, Newmarket
Br Iain & Mary Hebbard Art & Horse Racing Gallery
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced gelding. 125/1, last of 5 in novice at Ripon (5f, good) 21 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
4 GLAMOROUS JEWEL (GB) (54) 005-50
B f Ardad (IRE) - Glamorous Rocket (IRE)
3 9-2 (6)
Gina Mangan
Robert & Nina Bailey Christopher Mason, Caerwent
Br Robert Bailey Chepstow Garden Centre, Chepstow Garden Centre
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced filly. Eighth of 9 in minor event (11/1) at this C&D (good to firm) 54 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA26
5 LOVE YOU MILLIONS (IRE) (109) 3
B or Br f Ghaiyyath (IRE) - For Now (IRE)
RC Syndicate III
3 9-2 (1)
Finley Marsh
Paul Attwater, Upper Lambourn
Br Barouche Stud Ireland Ltd racingclub.com
TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced filly. 20/1 and hooded, last of 3 in maiden at Brighton (7f, good to firm) on debut Off 109 days Down in trip TFRHHIII BHA-
6 SCENT OF MAY (GB) (14) 0-24
Ch f Mayson - Aromatherapy
3 9-2 (5)
Nicola Currie Cartwright Harris McCormack & Candy Henry Candy, Wantage
Br Minster Stud Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced filly. Last of 4 in novice (40/1) at Windsor (5.1f, good to firm) 14 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA36
2024: TICKTYBOO 3 9 2 Alex Jary 6-5 (Nigel Tinkler) 3 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Visor worn first time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1. Stewards Note: OFF THE BENCH: Following its run on 14/8/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
Probable S.P’s: 1-7 Star of Mali (IRE), 22-1 Love You Millions (IRE), Scent of May (GB), 28-1 Glamorous Jewel (GB), 33-1 Tommy Blue (GB), 40-1 Off The Bench (GB)
Tom Dunlop (19yrs) will be cycling over 2,600 miles visiting all 60 Great British racecourses. This is an epic solo, selfnavigating effort that will sap every inch of his physical, mental strength and effort The charities he is supporting are the Injured Jockeys Fund and Diverse Abilities, a Dorset charity Tom’s mother’s godson Ollie Meyrick (21yrs) has Angelman’s Syndrome and attends the day centre regularly and they are trying to build a hydrotherapy pool which will make a huge difference to his life.
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ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (5F ABT 16YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE TOM’S BIG BIKE RIDE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £8000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J G O’Shea (20 wins from 153 runners, 13%) runs SOME NIGHTMARE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G Harris (2 wins from 18 runners, 11%) runs CONNIE’S ROSE, OVER SPICED & ROGUE ENDEAVOUR
LONGEST TRAVELLER: REPORTER trained by M Attwater, Epsom, 126 miles.
DARKENED EDGE has been a consistent performer in sprint handicaps and first-time cheekpieces could unlock further improvement for this C&D winner Connie’s Rose is a true Chepstow specialist with six course victories and ran respectably when third at Bath recently. Over Spiced has shown reliable form with four consecutive placed efforts, including a creditable third over this C&D six days ago
1
Br A. S. Denniff
2
B m Adaay (IRE) - Sing So Sweetly Lewis Edmunds Paul & Ann de Weck
Grace Harris, Shirenewton
Michelle Harris, Grace Harris Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Course specialist with six wins at Chepstow including four over this distance Finished third of 5 in handicap at Bath (9/1) 9 days ago, managing to lead outright and running respectably Strong contender returning to favoured venue. TFRHHHHI BHA65
(GB) (6) 262233
B f Adaay (IRE) - Alice’s Dancer (IRE) Finley Marsh
Clancy, Coles & Colthart
Grace Harris, Shirenewton
Br Kassala Ltd Coreus Group
TIMEFORMVIEWFour consecutive placed efforts at 5f including two runner-up finishes. Third of 6 in handicap at this C&D (2/1) 6 days ago, running creditably having every chance against the near rail Tries first-time cheekpieces today and should remain competitive at this level. TFRHHHHI BHA65
3 REPORTER (GB) (19) 006145 D
B g Wootton Bassett - Smoulder
Mr Luke Oliver Vallance
Br Lordship Stud
3 9-8 (8)
Benoit de la Sayette
Michael Attwater, Epsom
TIMEFORM VIEW Won over this trip at Windsor in June but finished fifth of 11 in handicap at Brighton (28/1) 19 days ago. May need to recapture Windsor form to be competitive here. TFRHHIII BHA61
4 SOME NIGHTMARE (IRE) (11) 156452 CD
B g Dream Ahead (USA) - Isolde’s Return
8 9-4 (5)
William Carson
Mrs S M Maine & Mr Roger Gould & Partner John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn
Br Pat Beirne & Dream Ahead Syndicate Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWFive-time course winner including twice at this distance, returned to form when second of 7 in handicap over 6f at this course (4/1) 11 days ago. Could be competitive now back at the 5f trip TFRHHHII BHA55
5 DARKENED EDGE (GB) (14) 321325 CD BF
5 9-2 (2)
B m Cable Bay (IRE) - Edge of Light Gina Mangan
Chris Mason Racing Christopher Mason, Caerwent
Br Christopher and Annabelle Mason Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWModest performer in 5f handicaps with two wins and multiple placed efforts in recent runs Fifth of 10 in handicap at Windsor (7/2) 14 days ago, challenged over 1f out before fading late. First-time cheekpieces could prove the key to recapturing C&D winning form
6 NOTRE MAISON (GB) (17) 234504 D BF
9-0 (3)
B m Coach House (IRE) - Our Piccadilly (IRE) Taryn Langley (5)
Mrs Gill Shire Stuart Kittow, Cullompton
Br Mrs Gill Shire
A+Accountancy & Business Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWModest performer in 5f handicaps. Fourth of 9 in handicap at Brighton (5/2) 17 days ago without headgear, one paced finish. Could benefit from a return to headgear
7 FOSSOS (IRE) (6) 420/-005 CD 7 8-9 (7)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Beguiler Zoe Lewis (7)
Gareth Cheshire T P Faulkner Thomas Faulkner, Devauden
Br Mr & Mrs John Banahan
TIMEFORM VIEW Fifth of 6 at this C&D (40/1) 6 days ago with visor back
The Maximus Syndicate Grace Harris, Shirenewton Br Gigginstown House Stud Grace Harris Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed ability with Bath third in June but was sixth of 9 in conditions race at Bath (20/1) 24 days ago, finding no extra when short of room First-time hood replaces cheekpieces today. Has now gone 15 races without a win TFRHHHII BHA48
2024: SO SMART (IRE) 5 10 2 Ray Dawson 5-1 (Grace Harris) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Hood worn first time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2, 5. Hood worn by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 4.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Over Spiced (GB), 9-2 Connie’s Rose (GB), Some Nightmare (IRE), 5-1 Darkened Edge (GB), Notre Maison (GB), 12-1 Reporter (GB), 33-1 Rogue Endeavour (IRE), 40-1 Fossos (IRE)
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SIXTH RACE 4.48
ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (7F ABT 16YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE DRAGONBET INDEPENDENT BOOKMAKER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £8000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): C Mason (16 wins from 93 runners, 17%) runs GILT EDGE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Wintle (4 wins from 16 runners, 25%) runs MY CLEMENTINE LONGEST TRAVELLER: SHARK TWO ONE trained by J Macey, Doncaster, 174 miles.
BATED BREEZE has shown promise in recent starts, particularly when second at Lingfield, and can build on those encouraging efforts to score. Shark Two One is proving admirably consistent with a Leicester win and solid third recently. King Of The Dance won over C&D 45 days ago and performs best here when racing prominently
1 GILT EDGE (GB) (11) 25150-2 CD
B m Havana Gold (IRE) - Bright Edge Gina Mangan
Mr S Bishop and Mr C Mason Christopher Mason, Caerwent Br Christopher & Annabelle Mason
TIMEFORM VIEW Has 9 career wins including at this course and distance, finished second of 6 in handicap here (8/1) 11 days ago running well on belated seasonal return. Usually competitive. TFRHHHII BHA55
2 KING OF THE DANCE (IRE) (11) 332124 CD BF
B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Figurante (IRE) Taryn Langley (5)
(1)
Mr B. J. Llewellyn Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed
Br Mount Coote Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWConsistent performer who won over C&D 45 days ago and was runner-up in handicaps at Salisbury and Ffos Las before that Fourth of 6 in handicap over C&D (9/4) 11 days ago, racing wide and failing to reproduce previous form. Has shown ability at this track when racing prominently TFRHHHHI BHA54
3 KURIMU (GB) (19) 5-50043
4 9-8 (2)
B f Study of Man (IRE) - Ichigo Elizabeth Gale (5)
Nikki Evans Racing Nikki Evans, Abergavenny
Br Strawberry Fields Stud Radnor Hills
TIMEFORMVIEWFourth at this C&D in July, then third of 5 in a 6f handicap at Yarmouth (6/1) 19 days ago after making good headway from a slow start. Back up in trip and without blinkers today. First run for a new trainer TFRHHHII BHA54
4 SHARK TWO ONE (GB) (15) 032133 D
B g Adaay (IRE) - Touching (IRE)
7 9-6 (7)
Lewis Edmunds
Mayflower Racing Club Jessica Macey, Doncaster
Br Killashee House Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWWon a 7f conditions race at Leicester in June following a 2nd in a 6f handicap at Doncaster Third of 9 in a 7f handicap at Leicester (13/2) 15 days ago, sticking on well Looks capable of a bold showing in this similar contest TFRHHHHI BHA52
5 KING’S GEM (IRE) (30) 0/050-00
B g Kingman - Earring (USA)
Mr R. U. Miles
Br Watership Down Stud
5 9-6 (9)
Robert Havlin
Thomas Faulkner, Devauden
TIMEFORMVIEWHas proven a difficult ride and has been poor in handicaps, coming last of 10 in 6f handicap at Windsor (16/1) 30 days ago after taking keen hold. Without a win in 17 races. Blinkers back on TFRHHIII BHA52
6 BATED BREEZE (IRE) (33) 0600-20
9-5 (8)
B g Bated Breath - Olga da Polga (IRE) Rhys Clutterbuck
Neal and Sheralee Grayston
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
Br Mrs J Norris KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWStill a maiden but showed promise when second of 12 in a 7f heavy-ground handicap at Lingfield (9/1). Eighth of 13 in a 7f handicap at Salisbury (12/1) 33 days ago, racing closer to pace than ideal but probably remains in form Could build on encouraging recent runs. TFRHHHHH BHA51
7 BLAZING BOBCAT (GB) (21) 0000
3 9-4 (6)
B f Outstrip - Byroness Aidan Keeley Wetumpka Racing Heather Main, Wantage
Br Mr & Mrs James Main Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown very little in four starts including when last of 13 in handicap at Windsor (40/1) 21 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA55
TIMEFORMVIEW Fifth of 10 in handicap at Ffos Las (10/1) 27 days ago in rare start without headgear Continues to fall in weights without showing any sign of improvement TFRHHIII BHA45
9 EYE OF THE WATER (IRE) (12) 340300 D
B g Lilbourne Lad (IRE) - Desert Location
9-0 (10)
Nicola Currie
Ridge House Stables Ltd Ronald Harris, Chepstow
Br M. Fahy
TIMEFORMVIEWHas shown patchy form with third at Bath (13/2) standing out among recent efforts Eighth of 10 in handicap at Ffos Las (9/1) 12 days ago when again running below form Remains on a long losing streak, having not won for 23 races. TFRHHHII BHA44
10 TEA LEAF TED (IRE) (207) 6000-00
Ch g Mayson - Poetic Smile (IRE)
9-0 (3)
Ben Ffrench Davis (5) ffrench Nickers Racing Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn
Br RP Bloodstock Ltd
High View Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Limited performer who finished eighth of 9 in conditions race at Southwell (20/1) 207 days ago. Blinkers back on but isn’t one to be interested in TFRHIIII BHA41
2024: ROMANOVICH (IRE) 5 9 8 David Probert 13-2 (John O’Shea) 14 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Blinkers worn first time by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 5, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 4, 9.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Gilt Edge (GB), King of The Dance (IRE), 9-2 Shark Two One (GB), 15-2 Kurimu (GB), 9-1 Bated Breeze (IRE), My Clementine (IRE), 14-1 Eye of The Water (IRE), 28-1 King’s Gem (IRE), 33-1 Blazing Bobcat (GB), Tea Leaf Ted (IRE)
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ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (6F ABT 16YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND
THE DRAGONBET WRF THE VALUE FESTIVAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £8000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights lowered 2lbs. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J G O’Shea (20 wins from 153 runners, 13%) runs MACS DILEMMA & PUNCHBOWL FLYER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Bell (3 wins from 21 runners, 14%) runs PURE ARTISTRY
LONGEST TRAVELLERS: PURE ARTISTRY trained by M Bell & WAISTCOAT trained by R Burdon - all Newmarket, 195 miles.
SILENT FLAME won comfortably at Salisbury with blinkers reapplied and ran respectably at this C&D 11 days ago. Still well treated on best form, she’s taken to return to winning ways. Waistcoat has been consistently reliable, doing best of those held up at Newmarket recently, while Pure Artistry ran creditably when second over C&D and remains on a workable mark
1 WAISTCOAT (GB) (17) 014435 D 4
Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Swansdown Rhys Clutterbuck
Stable Silks Investments Limited Ross Burdon, Newmarket
Br Fittocks Stud RB Racing Syndicate, Kwiff - Spryme Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWWon at Nottingham (6f) in June and has been running well since Fifth of 14 in handicap at Newmarket (20/1) 17 days ago, doing best of those held up and making headway in the final furlong. Remains in decent form and should be competitive. TFRHHHHI BHA63
2 SILENT FLAME (GB) (11) 0-00144 D
7 9-9 (1)
B m Al Kazeem - Burnt Fingers (IRE) Lewis Edmunds
Crown Connoisseurs & B.R Millman Rod Millman, Cullompton
Br Miss G. Abbey Rod Millman Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWWon comfortably at Salisbury (6f) in July with blinkers reapplied. Fourth of 7 in handicap at this course (3/1) 11 days ago, running respectably for a long way before the effort of keeping pace with the winner told late on Remains well treated on best form TFRHHHHH BHA62
3 JUNIPER’S DREAM (GB) (59) 030-0
B g Expert Eye - Electric Feel
3 9-8 (6)
William Cox
Dave & Emma Evans David Evans, Abergavenny
Br A Davis E Harte Emma Evans Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Showed promise when third of 9 in novice at Lingfield (6f) last July but tailed off last of 7 in handicap at Les Landes (9f) 59 days ago. First run for new trainer May appreciate return to shorter trip TFRHHIII BHA64
4 PUNCHBOWL FLYER (IRE) (11) 046-251 CD
B g Dream Ahead (USA) - All On Red (IRE)
8 9-6 (5)
Jay Mackay (7)
The Cross Racing Club John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn
Br Castle Estates Ltd Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWAfter placing second here in June and disappointing at Doncaster, first of 7 in handicap at C&D (11/4) 11 days ago, ending a long losing streak but bled May find this race more competitive with quick return a concern TFRHHHII BHA59
5 ROAD HOUSE (IRE) (11) 400
B g Kuroshio (AUS) - Toffee Galore
9-5 (8)
Edward Greatrex
Powerhub Solutions Limited Faye Bramley, Lambourn
Br Toffee Galore Partnership
TIMEFORMVIEW Made little impact in three starts, most recently eighth of 9 in novice at Salisbury (80/1) 11 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA61
6 MACS DILEMMA (IRE) (34) 30-0400 CD 7 9-5 (7)
B g Coulsty (IRE) - Ohsosecret
William Carson
The Cross Racing Club John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn
Br Mrs Oonagh McKeever Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of form for 18 runs without a win, finishing 10th of 12 in AW
(33/1) 34 days ago with no interest shown.
7 PURE ARTISTRY (IRE) (11) 60-6412 D 3 9-5 (3)
B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Kanes Pass (IRE)
Finley Marsh
Mr David Fish and Partner Michael Bell, Newmarket
Br Patrick Cosgrove & Lope de Vega Synd. Michael Bell Racing
The Two Sisters Thomas Faulkner, Devauden Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Shown promise on the AW this year before finishing third of 7 in handicap at this C&D (9/1) 11 days ago, staying on late without usual headgear Blinkers back on and may build on that promising return. TFRHHHII BHA57
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RACE
RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 1.53 - THE NOAHS RETREAT / ACCESSIBILITY AT HEART RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Band D) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3672 to the winning horse The second to receive £1723, the third £862 and the fourth £431. for maiden two yrs old, which are in Band D. Enter by noon, August 19th and pay £34 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 23rd. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb. Friends of Noah’s Ark Retreat have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner In addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. For further details regarding Restricted Race Bands, please refer to Standard Conditions for Entry on www2.racingadmin.co.uk 17 entries at £34. - Closed August 19th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2902; Second £1450; Third £726; Fourth £362. (Penalty Value £3672) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.28 - THE DRAGONBET WELSH RACING FESTIVAL 10-12 OCT NURSERY 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 two yrs old only, Rated 0-55. Enter by noon, August 19th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 23rd. Lowest weight 8st 13lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 16th, 2025, for each race won 6lb. DragonBet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning owner In addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 9 entries at £40. - Closed August 19th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights lowered 1lb. SS SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.03 - THE DRAGONBET SUPPORTING BRITISH RACING CHEPSTOW MILE SERIES FINAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £18039 to the winning horse The second to receive £8459, the third £4231, the fourth £2114, the fifth £1057 and the sixth £528. for three yrs old and upwards, for horses which Ran in a Chepstow Mile Series Qualifier in 2025, OR which were declared in a qualifier, which was subsequently abandoned, OR which were entered to run in a Qualifier which was subsequently abandoned, if the time of abandonment was prior to the declaration stage, are also eligible to enter The Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code) have been modified for the purposes of the Qualifiers, 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 Chepstow Frequent Runner Scheme. Horses that Start in three Qualifiers at Chepstow during 2025 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.. Enter by noon, August 19th and pay £175 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 23rd. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after August 16th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb. Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. DragonBet has kindly sponsored this race and will present a Memento to winning Owner In addition they will present a prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 20 entries at £175. - Closed August 19th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £14221; Second £7112; Third £3556; Fourth £1778; Fifth £889; Sixth £445. (Penalty Value £18039) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.38 - THE DRAGONBET BORN FROM THE BETTING RING MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3888 to the winning horse The second to receive £1825, the third £912 and the fourth £456. for maiden three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, August 19th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 23rd. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 9lb; fillies 9st 4lb. DragonBet 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 7 entries at £36.Closed August 19th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3072; Second £1536; Third £768; Fourth £384. (Penalty Value £3888) SS
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Fifth Race 4.13 - THE TOM’S BIG BIKE RIDE 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 three 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 23rd. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 7lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 12lb Penalties, after August 16th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Chepstow have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner In addition they will present a prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 11 entries, at £40. - Closed August 19th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS
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Sixth Race 4.48 - THE DRAGONBET INDEPENDENT BOOKMAKER 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (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 23rd. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st; 3-y-o 8st 9lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 3-y-o 9st 4lb Penalties, after August 16th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. DragonBet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning Owner In Addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries, 1 at £8 and 13 at £40. - Closed August 19th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 5.23 - THE DRAGONBET WRF THE VALUE FESTIVAL 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 three 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 23rd. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after August 16th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. DragonBet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning owner In addition they will give a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 16 entries, at £40. - Closed August 19th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights lowered 2lb. SS SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
