We’re kicking things off at 13:45 with the Autism in Racing Fundraising Ride, part of the AutismFriendly Race Days initiative. It’s a fantastic way to raise awareness and promote greater inclusion for autistic people within the racing community. After that, we’ve got six competitive races on the flat turf course.
A special thank you goes to our valued sponsors: DragonBet, Richard and Louise Fox, Phil Saunders and Racing Post. Your generous support is greatly appreciated and we look forward to watching your sponsored races unfold this afternoon.
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 truly appreciated and we wish you the very best of luck this evening.
As you may have seen that we announced our fixtures for 2026. We’re thrilled to have secured a Centenary fixture on Sunday, 9th August. This fixture will be dedicated to a celebration of Chepstow racecourse over the past 100 years. We’ll be making lots of announcements in due course about that day, and all of the celebratory activity we will be doing throughout 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
Wellbeing – Quiet Zone & Sensory Space
We want everyone to enjoy their time with us. There is a Quiet Zone available in the Piercefield Suite for anyone who may benefit from a calmer space. We also have a sensory space available in an Immersive Interactive mobile unit situated near the main entrance so very easy to find as you come through the gates.
If you would like to use a quiet zone area or need assistance then please speak to a member of our team or report to Reception at the Racecourse Office, where our staff will be happy to help.
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1 TOP COP (12) 050322
/=new season
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Bold type shows all weather form
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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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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
The Chepstow Racecourse Executive would like to thank our sponsors and wish them an enjoyable and prosperous day’s racing.
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THURSDAY 14 AUGUST
(UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)
STEWARDS OF THE MEETING
CHIEF STEWARD THOMAS EVETTS
STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR
GEORGE WELCH
MILLY BERSEY, LOUISE MOORE, NATHAN GREEN
STARTERS
WILLIAM JORDAN
CIARAN MCKEE
JUDGE
GUY LEWIS
CLERK OF THE SCALES
ALEX PORTER
VETERINARY OFFICER
GRAHAM POTTS
VETERINARY SURGEONS
BOBBY McEWEN
ANDY HAMILTON
CARYS REYNOLDS
SENIOR MEDICAL OFFICER
DR PHILIP PRITCHARD
MEDICAL OFFICER
DR NUALA DUNNE
NURSE
SARAH GODFREY
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
JANE SOUTHAM
RACHEL BARNETT
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
TIM PETERS
BETTING RING MANAGER
ANDY COLLINS
Autism in Racing Fundraising Race
Horse Name Jockey
1 Dance Recital Cathy Gannon
Owner: Jim Gill
Trainer: Michael Keady
2 Faster Bee Gordon ‘Flash’ Power
Owner: The Yes No Wait Sorries
Trainer: Fergal O’Brien
3 Cat Boy Beth Dutton
Owner: John and Paul Stanway and Nicola Reed
Trainer: Christian Williams
4 I Was Thinking Mattie Batchelor
Owner: Adrian Wintle
Trainer: Adrian Wintle
5 Eye of The Water Stephen Hunter
Owner: Ridge House Stables
Trainer: Ron Harris
6 Dan Dee Prince Megan Sheedy
Owner: Urloxhey Racing
Trainer: Dr Richard Newland and Jamie Insole
7 Baikal John Kington
Owner: Ms Michelle Harris
Trainer: Grace Harris
FIRST RACE 2.30
ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (6F ABT 16YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE DRAGONBET.CO.UK ‘TRAINING SERIES’ APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (PART OF THE RACING EXCELLENCE
SERIES)
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): J G O’Shea (19 wins from 149 runners, 13%) runs PUNCHBOWL FLYER and SOME NIGHTMARE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Wintle (2 wins from 13 runners, 15%) runs TEN CLUB
WEIGHTWATCHER: MIGHTY GURKHA won off a handicap mark of 67, his rating is now down 9lb to 58.
LONGEST TRAVELLER: SILENT FLAME trained by R Millman, Cullompton, 77 miles.
SILENT FLAME and Ten Club are both dropping back down in class with narrow preference for the former Mighty Gurkha could be building to something off his reduced mark and is another to consider.
B or Br g Dandy Man (IRE) - Snow Scene (IRE)
Taryn Langley
P J King & Son Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
Br Snow Scene Syndicate TIMEFORM VIEW Won a handicap at this course and distance (14/1) in May. Below par next 2 starts but has the ability to go close at this level. TFRHHHHI BHA63
2 SILENT FLAME (GB) (19) 00-0014 D
7 10-0 (6)
B m Al Kazeem - Burnt Fingers (IRE) Fred Daly
Crown Connoisseurs & B.R Millman
Rod Millman, Cullompton
Br Miss G. Abbey Rod Millman Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWEight-time winner who performs best with blinkers applied, as shown when successful at Salisbury in July Not in same form there 19 days ago but worth another chance back down in class. TFRHHHHH BHA63
3 MIGHTY GURKHA (IRE) (176) 560/-035 D
7 9-9 (4)
B g Sepoy (AUS) - Royal Debt Matthew Lloyd Slater (5)
The Two Sisters Thomas Faulkner, Devauden
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Valley Water Services Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWNot the force of old (useful at peak for Archie Watson) but gradually finding some form for current yard after a long absence, fifth of 7 in 6f handicap at Kempton (11/4) in February. Not seen since but has been eased another 2lb. TFRHHHHI BHA58
4 PUNCHBOWL FLYER (IRE) (22) 4046-25 CD
9-7 (7)
B g Dream Ahead (USA) - All On Red (IRE) Jay Mackay (5)
The Cross Racing Club John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn
Br Castle Estates Ltd Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW On a losing run since 2021 (now 30 races without a win) and ran poorly at Doncaster (5/1) 22 days ago after a decent second over C&D on return TFRHHHII BHA56
5 SOME NIGHTMARE (IRE) (29) 515645 CD
B g Dream Ahead (USA) - Isolde’s Return
Mrs S M Maine & Mr Roger Gould & Partner
9-5 (5)
Elizabeth Gale
John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn
Br Pat Beirne & Dream Ahead Syndicate Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Five-time Chepstow winner including three at this trip Just respectable efforts at best since but returns to favoured course now 1lb below last winning mark. TFRHHHHI BHA54
6 FOSSOS (IRE) (13) 15420/-0 C D
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Beguiler
Gareth Cheshire T P Faulkner
Br Mr & Mrs John Banahan
7 9-0 (1)
Tyrese Cameron
Thomas Faulkner, Devauden
TIMEFORM VIEW Won here (5f) in July 2023 and shaped as if retaining some ability on first outing for nearly 2 years when eighth of 9 at Bath (11/2) 13 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA49
7 REDSHORE CITY (IRE) (13) 30-6404 D
5 8-10 (3)
Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) - Suedehead Shay Farmer
Mr B. J. Llewellyn Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed
Br J. Waldron & J. Barton
TIMEFORM VIEW Without a win since April 2024 (0-17), finished fourth of 9 in minor race at Bath (20/1) 13 days ago in first-time visor Opposable TFRHHHII BHA41
2024: MOKAATIL 9 9 5 Alexandra McDonnell 2-1 (Ian Williams) 6 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Hood worn by No. 1. Blinkers worn by No. 2, 4. Visor worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.
Stewards Note:
SOME NIGHTMARE: Following its run on 16/7/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed under pressure.
FOSSOS: Following its run on 1/8/2025 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2
(GB), 9-2
POSITION OF STALLS
Middle: Straight
HORSE AND JOCKEY WELFARE AT CHEPSTOW RACECOURSE
Nothing matters more to us, when racing, than the safety and welfare of both horse and rider Central to that is the track itself and our groundstaff do everything in their power to provide an optimum racing surface On duty da al ha dedicated and experienced team of highly-qualified following the action at every stage. Their key re care to the competitors throughout their time vehicle movements of these skilled specialists a rapid response to any incident across the sit horse ambulance in attendance at every fixtur from the track to our on-site veterinary treatmen the nearest equine referral hospital
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It is our standard practice to erect screens around any horse or jockey requiring attention on the course as this provides privacy and a safe, calm environment in which to accurately diagnose and treat the patient as necessary. Please do not assume the worst if screens are erected around a horse We are fully committed to minimising risk in our sport, to dealing professionally and efficiently with any injury, and to maintaining the highest possible quality of care for the horses and jockeys racing here today. To find out more about our Equine Welfare policy, please visit our website www.chepstow-racecourse.co.uk
Silent Flame
Ten Club (IRE), 5-1 Mighty Gurkha (IRE), 6-1 Some Nightmare (IRE), 7-1 Punchbowl Flyer (IRE), 8-1 Redshore City (IRE), 11-1 Fossos (IRE)
Richard and Louise Fox 15th Wedding Anniversary
We’re delighted to mark this special milestone with our friends from the Worlebury Wine Club, by sponsoring a race today at our favourite course – Chepstow.
Here’s to love, friendship, and an exciting day of racing!
SECOND RACE 3.00
ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (5F ABT 16YDS) FOR TWO YRS OLD
THE RICHARD AND LOUISE FOX WEDDING ANNIVERSARY NURSERY 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): J G O’Shea (19 wins from 149 runners, 13%) runs TRULY GLAMOROUS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P McBride (2 wins from 6 runners, 33%) runs ELARA MAY LONGEST TRAVELLER: ELARA MAY trained by P McBride, Newmarket, 195 miles.
ELARA MAY showed improved form when getting off the mark in good style at Yarmouth 8 days ago and this progressive filly should prove hard to beat under a penalty. Shetakesthegold has been consistent since switched to nurseries and is next best.
1 ELARA MAY (GB) (8) 5331 D
(in6lbex) (1)
B f Bated Breath - Manatiya (FR) Cieren Fallon
Mr P. J. McBride
Br Petches Farm Ltd
Philip McBride, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEWTook a big step forward when making a winning nursery debut at Yarmouth (11/4) 8 days ago in good style. Clearly on the upgrade now and obvious claims under a penalty TFRHHHHH BHA64 (+9)
2 TRULY GLAMOROUS (GB) (19) 500 9-6 (4)
B c Ardad (IRE) - Glamorous Anna Gina Mangan
Robert & Nina Bailey John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn
Br Mr Robert & Mrs Nina Bailey Chepstow Garden Centre
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced two-year-old who showed some improvement when seventh of 9 in novice at Windsor (150/1) 19 days ago, racing freely but couldn’t quicken. Makes handicap debut with a modest rating TFRHHIII BHA61
3 RED SNAPPER (GB) (20) 005
B g Land Force (IRE) - Rania (IRE)
9-5 (3)
Ben Ffrench Davis (5)
Rich Clothier & Jennifer Gray Bill Turner, Sherborne
Br Mr Rich Clothier & Miss Jennifer Gray Wyke Farms Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed little in first two maiden starts before finishing fifth of 9 in a maiden race at Chepstow (6f) at 150/1 20 days ago, hung left and weakened late. Making handicap debut and drops to 5f TFRHHHII BHA60
4 SHETAKESTHEGOLD (GB) (16) 340213
B f Havana Gold (IRE) - Clapperboard
9-4 (2)
Alec Voikhansky (3)
Mr Ian Wight, Mr Tony Lyons and Ptnr Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Br Theakston Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWWon a 6f handicap at Catterick (9/2) in July and previously finished second in a similar event at Lingfield. Third of 4 in handicap at Ffos Las (9/2) 16 days ago, running respectably after being raised 3lb for that Catterick success. Drops back to 5f for the first time since maiden runs. TFRHHHHI BHA59
5 MISS AYALA (IRE) (24) 066
B f James Garfield (IRE) - Manaahil
Miss A. Jones
8-10 (5)
Hollie Doyle
Mark Usher, Lambourn
Br Rathbarry Stud Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Shown little in three starts, sixth of 11 at Windsor (50/1) 24 days ago, and difficult to fancy on handicap debut TFRHIIII BHA51
2024: LADY LUZON (IRE) 2 9 8 Jason Watson 3-1 (David O’Meara) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 5
Probable S.P’s: 4-5 Elara May (GB), 7-2 Shetakesthegold (GB), 7-1 Red Snapper (GB), 12-1 Truly Glamorous (GB), 22-1 Miss Ayala (IRE)
KEY Owner Breeding
Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
THIRD RACE 3.35
ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (6F ABT 16YDS) FOR MAIDEN TWO YRS OLD FILLIES
THE DRAGONBET / EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 5) (FOR HORSES IN BANDS C AND D) (EBF RESTRICTED RACE QUALIFIER) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £6800 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2902, 2nd £1450, 3rd £726, 4th £362. (Penalty Value £3672) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Millman (15 wins from 105 runners, 14%) runs WHITE ISLAND TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Fellowes (4 wins from 15 runners, 27%) runs OH SO PERFECT
LONGEST TRAVELLERS: OH SO PERFECT trained by C Fellowes, BOSS LADY trained by H Kobeissi, Both Newmarket, 195 miles.
BOSS LADY is fancied to go one better having been narrowly denied on debut at Windsor Melodical is an interesting newcomer, while Cloudbuster has placed third in both recent turf starts.
1 CLOUDBUSTER (GB) (18) 0433
B f Dream Ahead (USA) - Abated Hollie Doyle
Chris Stedman
Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
Br Mr C. E. Stedman Coulthursts Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Fair maiden 7/2, creditable third of 11 in maiden at Pontefract (5f, good) 18 days ago, faring best of those ridden prominently Back up in trip Remains with potential TFRHHHII BHA66
2 KATALYST (GB) (-)
9-2 (3)
B f A’Ali (IRE) - Katalea Lewis Edmunds
Coral Racing Club
William Muir & Chris Grassick, Lambourn
Br Corps Commerce Ltd Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW A’ali filly Half-sister to winner abroad by Mastercraftsman. Best watched on debut unless the betting hints otherwise. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 OH SO PERFECT (IRE) (35) 0
9-2 (8)
B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Strategise (IRE) Paddy Bradley
Basher Watts Racing 3
Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket
Br Ms Alice Fitzgerald Star Sports Bet
TIMEFORMVIEW36,000 gns yearling, Sioux Nation filly. Dam, placed at 5f/6f, half-sister to smart/ungenuine 6f winner (stayed 7.5f) Hey Jonesy. 11/1, ninth of 11 in novice at Newbury (6f, firm) on debut 35 days ago. Visored for 1st time TFRHIIII BHA-
4 PORTACLOY (IRE) (24) 4
B f Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Nisma (IRE)
Daniel MacAuliffe & Anoj Don
9-2 (1)
Jack Doughty
Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn
Br Nisma Partnership Class1Personnel
TIMEFORMVIEW£30,000 foal Ten Sovereigns half-sister to useful winner up to 8.3f Racingbreaks Ryder. Dam placed in France up to 11f (and 7.5f at 2 yrs) Hooded, fourth of 11 in novice at Windsor (6f, good, 20/1) on debut 24 days ago, headway under 2f out. May well do better TFRHHHII BHA-
5 BOSS LADY (IRE) (19) (2lb) 2
B f Mehmas (IRE) - Lady Canford (IRE)
9-0 (9)
Taryn Langley (5)
Mr Hassan Al Abdulmalik Hilal Kobeissi, Newmarket
Br Oldcourt Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW £8,000 2-y-o, Mehmas filly. Half-sister to winner up to 10.3f Reel Rosie and 1m winner Leader Bear Close second of 12 in maiden at Windsor (6f, good to firm, 14/1) on debut 19 days ago. Obvious claims. TFRHHHHH BHA-
6 DEEP BLUE DREAM (GB) (23) (2lb) 0
Ch f Space Blues (IRE) - Deep Dream
9-0 (6)
Elizabeth Gale (5)
Nick Bradley Racing, Mrs Parker &Partner Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
Br Crimbourne Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW
£15,000 yearling, Space Blues filly. Half-sister to 6f/7f winner Ten Deep. Dam lightly-raced half-sister to smart winner up to 1m Havana Gold out of smart 5f/6f winner Jessica’s Dream 28/1, tenth of 11 in maiden at Wolverhampton (7.2f) on debut 23 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA-
7 MELODICAL (GB) (-) (2lb) 9-0 (4)
B f Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Ebb
C Spencer-Herbert, M Herbert & L Bellman
Br Orbit Performance Ltd
George Downing
Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
ABM Catering Facilities Management
TIMEFORMVIEW Foaled March 15 £14,000 yearling, Sergei Prokofiev filly Half-sister to winner up to 1 1/2m Sugarloaf Lenny. Dam, French 11.5f winner, half-sister to useful winner up to 1 1/4m Alder. Yard can ready a newcomer TFRHHHHI BHA-
TIMEFORMVIEWAdvertisefilly.Half-sistertoseveralwinners,includinguseful11.5f/11/2mwinnerZackMayoand2-y-o1mwinnerNavignies.Dam,unraced,closelyrelated to Fillies’ Mile/Falmouth Stakes winner Simply Perfect. 14/1, well-held tenth of 11 in novice at Newbury (6f, firm) on debut 35 days ago TFRHIIII BHA-
9 WHITE ISLAND (IRE) (-) (2lb)
B f Earthlight (IRE) - Perfectly Maid
Morera Partnership
Br The Perfectly Maid Partnership
ago. TFR
9-0 (7)
William Carson
Rod Millman, Cullompton
Rod Millman Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFoaled March 29 Earthlight filly. Dam unraced half-sister to smart 1 1/2m-16.4f winner Caucus out of useful winner up to 1 1/4m (2-y-o 7f winner who stayed 1 1/2m) Maid To Perfection Best watched on debut unless the betting hints otherwise. TFRHHIII BHA-
2024: SAHARA DANCER 2 9 2 Hollie Doyle 11-4 (Archie Watson) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Visor worn first time by No. 3. Hood worn by No. 4.
Stewards Note:
DEEP BLUE DREAM: Following its run on 22/7/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed throughout.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Boss Lady (IRE), 7-2 Melodical (GB), 4-1 Cloudbuster (GB), 8-1 Portacloy (IRE), 10-1 Katalyst (GB), 14-1 White Island (IRE), 40-1 Oh So Perfect (IRE), 50-1 Deep Blue Dream (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.
THE HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £249,259 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 23rd June to 14th September 2025.
10-12 OCTOBER OCTO R
British Stallion Studs will contribute £2million towards British
in 2025, bringing our total investment to £40million since we were founded in 1983
FOURTH RACE 4.10
ABOUT ONE MILE (8F ABT 14YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE ‘PHIL SAUNDERS MIRACLE 70TH’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (CHEPSTOW MILE SERIES QUALIFIER)
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): J G O’Shea (19 wins from 149 runners, 13%) runs LETTER OF THE LAW TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (8 wins from 59 runners, 14%) runs UP THE ANTI LONGEST TRAVELLER: SANGARA trained by J Channon, West Ilsley, 114 miles.
UP THE ANTI can bounce back returning to her winning distance after not being seen to best effect at Lingfield since changing stables Ajrad rates the main danger as a proven Chepstow specialist who won convincingly over C&D last month. Fact or Fable is also respected having shown good recent form
Ch h Camacho - Trace of Scent (IRE)
Tyrese Cameron (7) Richard Hannon Racing Syndicate Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Br Mary F. Fogarty
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed promise when third at Bath (10/1) 101 days ago before unseating rider soon after start at this C&D (18/1) 93 days ago.
2 RIVAL (GB) (24) 25-6024 D
B g Iffraaj - Pamona (IRE)
TFRHHHII BHA58
7 9-7 (10)
Elizabeth Gale (5)
P.DuffyD.SemmensVWilliamsRHarperMLoveday John & Rhys Flint, Bridgend
Br Highclere Stud Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed return to form when 4th of 13 in handicap at Windsor (15/2) 24 days ago but without a win in 19 runs.
3 AJRAD (GB) (34) 445021 CD
Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Princess Cammie (IRE)
Canisbay Bloodstock
TFRHHHII BHA53
7 9-7 (8)
Lewis Edmunds
Rod Millman, Cullompton
Br Aston Mullins Stud Millman Racing Club, Rod Millman Racing Ltd, Fleetwood Developments Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWGoes particularly well at Chepstow with form figures of 3152 before latest success. Won readily by 3 1/2 lengths in 13-runner handicap over C&D (17/2) 34 days ago, racing off the pace before leading over 1f out. Should go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA53
4 SANGARA (IRE) (27) 055-00
B f Bungle Inthejungle - Jeremys Joy (IRE)
3 9-5 (12)
William Cox
Thurloe Thoroughbreds LV Jack Channon, West Ilsley
Br Philip & Anne Gilligan & Family Osborne Studio Gallery
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown limited ability in 5 starts, finishing 10th of 11 in handicap at Haydock (66/1) 27 days ago when diving right at start and making no impression. Yet to show enough for an imminent breakthrough. TFRHHHII BHA58
5 OLIVIA JANE (IRE) (17) 6-50400
3 9-4 (4)
B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Shim Sham (IRE) William Carson
Mr A. P. Jones
Br Denis Noonan
Oliver Signy, Lambourn
Oliver Signy Racing Llp
TIMEFORMVIEW Poor form, 10th of 11 in 10f handicap at Windsor (40/1) 17 days ago, never threatened, first-time cheekpieces TFRHIIII BHA57
6 NOBLE PHOENIX (IRE) (23) 356-000 3 9-4 (6)
B g Arizona (IRE) - Ermine And Velvet Alex Jary (5)
Mr J. Tucker David Flood, Stow-on-the-Wold
Br Glashare House Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Finished last of 12 at Wolverhampton (66/1) 23 days ago, offering little on first run since trainer change TFRHIIII BHA57
7 FACT OR FABLE (IRE) (20) 026143 CD
8 9-2 (7)
Gr g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Unreal Millie Wonnacott (5)
Mrs Wendy Jarrett & J S Moore J. S. Moore, Upper Lambourn
TIMEFORMVIEWHas shown ability at Chepstow but was below form when eighth of 14 in minor race at Brighton (18/1) 8 days ago under a change of tactics. Shows quirky tendencies and remains winless after 22 career starts TFRHHIII BHA48 (-1)
9 UP THE ANTI (IRE) (23) 4-05316 D 3 9-2 (5)
B f Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Katiywa (IRE)
Jack Doughty
Mr Alan Dean Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Sean Ronan & Caroline Hanly Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWWon a handicap over 8f at Leicester 61 days ago. Sixth of 12 in handicap at Lingfield (12/1) 23 days ago, not seen to best effect on first start for this yard. Return to winning distance could be in her favour and needs considering. TFRHHHHH BHA55
10 TONAL (FR) (20) 00-0403 5 9-1 (13)
B g Siyouni (FR) - Oceanique (USA)
Cieren Fallon
Sue Howell Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Wertheimer & Frere Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Showed solid form with 4th at Bath (8f) in June and third of 8 in handicap at Chepstow over 10f (13/2) 20 days ago, performing better on good ground Cheekpieces back on TFRHHHII BHA47
11 LETTER OF THE LAW (IRE) (6) 062056 CD 6 9-0 (9)
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
TIMEFORMVIEW Finished second over C&D 34 days ago but ran below form when sixth of 7 in 10f minor race at Brighton (12/1) 6 days ago. Just as likely to run well as poorly on any given day. TFR
12 SCARFO (IRE) (16) 543504
Ch g Soldier’s Call - Midsummer Breeze
Ian Muir
4 9-0 (1)
Shay Farmer (7)
Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed
Br Camogue Stud Ltd Constrata UK Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWHas shown limited ability in recent handicaps, running awkwardly under pressure Fourth of 9 in minor race at Ffos Las (28/1) 16 days ago, staying on late without headgear Now without a win in 18 races. TFRHHIII BHA40
13 STORMY LADY (GB) (273) 0600- 3 8-13 (2)
B f Planteur (IRE) - Tronada
Barbury Lions 8 & Club 45
Hollie Doyle
Dan Horsford, Rockley
Br Barbury Lions 5 Rhm Horses Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to show much ability in four starts and off the track since finishing seventh of 10 in handicap at Chelmsford (12/1) 273 days ago, never involved First run for a new trainer TFRHHIII BHA52
2024: KALAMA SUNRISE 4 9 11 Rose Dawes 11-10 (Jack Channon) 5 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 13
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 11. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 7, 10.
Probable S.P’s: 7-1 Up The Anti (IRE), 15-2 Ajrad (GB), Fact Or Fable (IRE), 8-1 Rival (GB), Tonal (FR), 10-1 Sangara (IRE), 12-1 Letter of The Law (IRE), 14-1 Outrace (IRE), 16-1 Too Much Trevor (GB), Scarfo (IRE), 25-1 Stormy Lady (GB), 50-1 Olivia Jane (IRE), Noble Phoenix (IRE)
ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (7F ABT 16YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE DRAGONBET PROUD SUPPORTER OF AUTISM IN RACING 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) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J G O’Shea (19 wins from 149 runners, 13%) runs ROMANOVICH TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Wintle (2 wins from 13 runners, 15%) runs SOI DAO
WEIGHTWATCHER: BELLA TASLINA won off a handicap mark of 69, her rating is now down 6lb to 63.
LONGEST TRAVELLER: BELLA TASLINA trained by P Chamings, Basingstoke, 89 miles.
ROMANOVICH is a true Chepstow specialist with 4 of his 6 career wins coming over this course and distance, including a narrow success just 20 days ago when doing just enough once hitting the front. Gilt Edge, a dual course winner, returns to a favoured venue and rates a strong contender despite an absence. Soi Dao finished second here over 7f recently and cannot be discounted.
1 BELLA TASLINA (GB) (64) 0465-46 D
Ch f Tasleet - Bella Catalina Hollie Doyle
The Foxford House Partnership Patrick Chamings, Basingstoke Br Abingdon & Witney College
TIMEFORM VIEW Not shown any form since stable change, finishing sixth of 7 in handicap at Lingfield (16/1) 64 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA63
2
ROMANOVICH (IRE) (20) 201451 CD
6 9-9 (6)
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
TIMEFORMVIEWCourse specialist with four wins at Chepstow over 7f, also won at Brighton and Wolverhampton. Won at this course and distance (11/2) 20 days ago, never far away and doing just enough once hitting the front to win by a short head Clearly excels at this track and trip and demands serious consideration TFRHHHHH BHA63
3 SOI DAO (IRE) (20) 254632 C
6 9-8 (5)
B m Twilight Son - Home Cummins (IRE) Taryn Langley (5)
Mr C G Major Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
Br Tally-Ho Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWRunning creditably in handicaps, finishing second of 7 in 7f handicap at this course (11/4) 20 days ago when keeping on well after having every chance Without a win in 17 races. Cheekpieces back on TFRHHHII BHA62
4 ADAAY DANCING (GB) (29) 505
4 9-6 (2)
B f Adaay (IRE) - Dancing Storm Callum Hutchinson
The Adaay Dancing Partnership Stuart Kittow, Cullompton
Br M. Harris Planos Holidays
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown very little ability in maiden company, finishing fifth of 5 at Ffos Las (250/1) 29 days ago, always behind Hood removed for handicap debut TFRHHIII BHA60
5 KING OF THE DANCE (IRE) (19) 533212 CD
B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Figurante (IRE)
Mr B. J. Llewellyn
Br Mount Coote Stud
6 9-1 (1)
Shay Farmer (7)
Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed
TIMEFORMVIEWWon at this C&D 34 days ago, then ran well when second of 10 in handicap at Salisbury (8/1) 19 days ago despite not getting a clear run. Returns to the scene of last win with solid prospects. TFRHHHII BHA55
6 GILT EDGE (GB) (248) D25150- CD
B m Havana Gold (IRE) - Bright Edge
9 9-0 (3)
Gina Mangan
Mr S Bishop and Mr C Mason Christopher Mason, Caerwent
Br Christopher & Annabelle Mason
TIMEFORMVIEW Dual course winner including over this distance. Ninth of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (20/1) 248 days ago, not seen to best effect when ridden wide and taking strong hold Not taken lightly back from a break. TFRHHHHI BHA54
2024: REDREDROBIN 7 9 4 Joe Leavy 5-1 (Malcolm Saunders) 10 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Blinkers worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 5, 6.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Romanovich (IRE), 3-1 Gilt Edge (GB), 4-1 King of The Dance (IRE), 9-2 Soi Dao (IRE), 12-1 Adaay Dancing (GB), 33-1 Bella Taslina (GB)
ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (6F ABT 16YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD
THE RACING POST SUPPORTS AUTISM IN RACING 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): A Watson (16 wins from 64 runners, 25%) runs SUMMERTIME BLUES TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (8 wins from 51 runners, 16%) runs TORTOISESHELL LONGEST TRAVELLER: LIMA SIERRA trained by N Tinkler, Malton, 225 miles.
PURE ARTISTRY took a significant step forward when asserting to win at Windsor 19 days ago and should be firmly in the mix if reproducing that improved effort. Summertime Blues has shown better form since switching to handicaps and this well-bred sort can make further progress, while Lima Sierra was awarded a race at Nottingham recently and is also in the mix after a small rise 1-2-3:
1
B f Kameko (USA) - Hasten (IRE) Paddy Bradley Deva Racing JH James Owen, Newmarket
Br Silfield Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Third in AW maiden at Newcastle before finishing last of 10 in handicap at Redcar (8/1) 79 days ago. Returns with stamina to prove First run for new trainer. TFRHHHII BHA60
2 PURE ARTISTRY (IRE) (19) 460-641 D
B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Kanes Pass (IRE)
Mr David Fish and Partner
Br Patrick Cosgrove & Lope de Vega Synd.
Jack Doughty
Michael Bell, Newmarket
Michael Bell Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWImproved to win 10-runner handicap at Windsor (7/1) over 6f 19 days ago, making headway 2f out and asserting in final stages. Top rated here and should be firmly in the mix if repeating that improved effort TFRHHHHH BHA60 (+1)
3 KALEIDOSCOPE EYES (IRE) (55) 142040
B f No Nay Never (USA) - Fantasy In Blue
Mrs C. C. Diamond
(3)
Elizabeth Gale (5)
Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed
Br Garryard Stables Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWModest handicapper who was second over 6f at Wolverhampton in February but eighth of 9 in handicap at Newmarket (12/1) 55 days ago, not in the same form as previously. Return to 6f and hood removal could help First run for new trainer TFRHHHII BHA57
4 LIMA SIERRA (GB) (14) 421551 D
9-6 (1)
B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Progressive Dawn Alex Jary (5)
MIDDLEHAM PARK RACING XXIX & PARTNER
Nigel Tinkler, Malton
Br Richard Kent & Fred Ellis Alexanders York
TIMEFORMVIEWHas shown improved form with a win at Catterick and a second at Ripon. Won a 6f handicap at Nottingham (11/2) 14 days ago, awarded the race in the stewards’ room after being bumped in the final stages. Remains on a workable mark despite a small rise TFRHHHHI BHA57
5 BELLE YEUX (IRE) (49) 000-060
B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Faseeha (IRE)
9-4 (5)
Ben Ffrench Davis (5)
Mrs Carol Kennedy Ben Lund, Bridgwater
Br Ballyphilip Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown little in 6 career starts, finishing last of 8 in a 7f handicap at Leicester (150/1) 49 days ago, yet to fire this season Hood back on
HIIII BHA55
6 SUMMERTIME BLUES (GB) (8) 00022 BF 9-3 (2)
B g Pinatubo (IRE) - Gimme Some Lovin (IRE)
Christopher Wright & Miss Emily Asprey
Br Stratford Place Stud & Willow Bloodstock
Hollie Doyle
Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Stratford Place Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWHas shown marked improvement since switching to handicaps, second of 8 at Brighton (13/8) 8 days ago, wearing first-time cheekpieces but not quite doing enough to justify favouritism. Well-bred sort who can make further progress at this level. TFRHHHHI BHA54 (+1)
7 ROVINIA (GB) (23) 050-3
B f Legends of War (USA) - Windlass (IRE)
9-2 (9)
Alec Voikhansky (3)
Lauren Adams Christopher Petts Roger Teal, Lambourn
Br Christopher Petts
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed poor form in previous AW starts before finishing third of 12 in handicap at Lingfield (22/1) 23 days ago, showing improved form after stable switch Could win a small handicap despite still being a bit rough around the edges. TFRHHHII BHA53
Mr Adrian Wintle Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
Br John Cullinan
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless after 10 starts and seventh of 12 in maiden claimer at Roscommon (25/1) 87 days ago, took keen hold and lost place over 1f out. Blinkers and tongue strap removed today. First run for new trainer TFRHHHII BHA46
9 OFF THE BENCH (GB) (28) 645550 8-9 (7)
B g Ardad (IRE) - Davinci Dawn
William Cox
Mr H Maye J. S. Moore, Upper Lambourn Br Rosyground Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Unplaced in five recent handicaps, running poorly when seventh of 8 in 7f handicap at Leicester (17/2) 28 days ago. Needs significant improvement to open account. TFRHHIII BHA44
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Hood worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 9.
Stewards Note:
TORTOISESHELL: Following its run on 27/5/2025 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.
SUMMERTIME BLUES: Following its run on 6/8/2025 it was reported that the horse ran without its right-fore shoe
ROVINIA: Following its run on 22/7/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Pure Artistry (IRE), 9-2 Summertime Blues (GB), 11-2 Lima Sierra (GB), 6-1 Rovinia (GB), 11-1 Kaleidoscope Eyes (IRE), Legendsoftheland (IRE), 12-1 Off The Bench (GB), 16-1 Tortoiseshell (GB), 33-1 Belle Yeux (IRE)
CHEPSTOW RACECOURSE SHUTTLE
Chepstow Racecourse
Chepstow Bus Station
Chepstow Train Station
Crick, Old Shirenewton Road
Langstone, New Inn
Newport Train Station
Chepstow Racecourse pickup point is situated in the main car park close to the blue container
TOM’S BIG BIKE RIDE 2025
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.
Christina Dunlop: dunlopchristina@hotmail.com / 07968 830 443
RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 2.30 - THE dragonbet.co.uk ‘TRAINING SERIES’ APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (Part of the Racing Excellence Series) 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 46-65 (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. August 12th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 10st Penalties, after August 2nd, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. To be ridden by Apprentice Jockeys or Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 who, prior to May 7th, 2025, have not ridden more than 20 winners under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to August 11th, 2025, have not ridden more than 10 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden any such winner 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). DragonBet has kindly sponsored this race and will provide a memento to the winning Owner & the handler responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out. SPECIAL CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS RACE. Please refer to the notice headed ‘Racing Excellence Apprentice Training Series’ previously published in The Racing Calendar and on the BHA’s Racing Administration Internet site, www2.racingadmin.co.uk. All Riders are required to attend a mandatory course walk with the Jockey Coach and/or a Senior Jockey 90 minutes prior to the race, or as otherwise permitted under the terms of the Special Conditions. 13 entries at £33. - Closed August 8th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2725; Second £1363; Third £681; Fourth £341; Fifth £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) A SS
SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 3.00 - THE RICHARD AND LOUISE FOX WEDDING ANNIVERSARY NURSERY 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 two yrs old only, Rated 0-65. Enter by noon, August 8th and pay £33 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 12th. Lowest weight 8st 3lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 2nd, 2025, for each race won 6lb. Richard and Louise Fox has kindly sponsored this race and will provide a memento to the winning Owner & the handler responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out. 10 entries at £33. - Closed August 8th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2725; Second £1363; Third £681; Fourth £341; Fifth £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) SS
SEE PAGE 13 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.35 - THE DRAGONBET / EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (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 fillies only, which are E.B.F. eligible, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, August 8th and pay £34 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 12th. Weights: 9st 2lb each Allowances: Band D from Band C 2lb. DragonBet have kindly sponsored this race & will present a memento to the winning Owner & cash prize to the handler responsible for the best turned out in this race THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed towards the prize money for this race. All horses which are placed in the first six in an EBF Restricted Maiden or Novice race qualifier in 2025 will be qualified to run in either THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE
FINAL (CLASS 2) (for fillies only) at Goodwood on 24 September, 2025, or THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE
FINAL (CLASS 2) (for colts and geldings only) at York on 10 October, 2025. Both races will be run over seven furlongs. NOTE: Horses entered or declared in a race which is subsequently abandoned will not be eligible to enter a Final. For further details regarding Restricted Race Bands, please refer to Standard Conditions for Entry on www2.racingadmin.co.uk 19 entries at £34. - Closed August 8th, 2025. Owners Prize Money Winner £2902; Second £1450; Third £726; Fourth £362. (Penalty Value £3672) SS SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 4.10 - THE ‘PHIL SAUNDERS MIRACLE 70TH’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (Chepstow Mile 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 46-58 (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. August 12th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st; 3-y-o 8st 7lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 5lb Penalties, after August 2nd, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Phil Saunders has kindly sponsored this race and 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 Horses which Run in a Chepstow Mile Series Qualifier in 2025 will be eligible to enter the Chepstow Mile Series Final, to be run over 1m at Chepstow on Monday, 25 August 2025. Horses which are declared in any qualifier, or are entered to run in a qualifier which is subsequently abandoned, if the time of abandonment was prior to the declaration stage, will also be eligible 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. 20 entries at £33. - Closed August 8th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2725; Second £1363; Third £681; Fourth £341; Fifth £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) SS SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 4.45 - THE DRAGONBET
PROUD SUPPORTER OF AUTISM IN RACING 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 46-65 (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. August 12th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 2nd, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. DragonBet has kindly sponsored this race and will provide a memento to the winning Owner & the handler responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out. 13 entries at £33. - Closed August 8th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2725; Second £1363; Third £681; Fourth £341; Fifth £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) Weights raised 1lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 5.15 - THE RACING POST SUPPORTS AUTISM IN RACING 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 46-60 (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. August 12th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 2nd, 2025, for each race won 6lb. Racing Post has kindly sponsored this race and will provide a memento to the winning Owner & the handler responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out. 9 entries at £33. - Closed August 8th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2725; Second £1363; Third £681; Fourth £341; Fifth £170. (Penalty Value £3454.44) SS SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
