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FRIDAY 28 FEBRUARY
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No of days since last ran
horse’s name birthplace of horse horse’s saddlecloth number colour graphic
form guide
previous performances
/=new season
-=new year
Bold type shows all weather form
C=course winner
D=distance winner
CD=course & distance winner
BF=beaten favourite
draw weight st-lb
B c Due Diligence (USA) - Harryana To (Compton Place) Adam Kirby
The Dilinquents Clive Cox, Hungerford Br Whitsbury Manor Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed his first two starts in good style, then finished well when narrow second of 8 in handicap at this C&D 23 days ago. Highly progressive to date so can up his game again to resume winning ways TFRHHHHH BHA93
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Star Ratings Explained
Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:
HHHHH Selected to win the race.
HHHHI Good chance of being placed
HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger
claims
HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope HIIII Can be given little or no chance
The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability
The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).
The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating
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Minimum Stakes
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ONE MILE ABOUT TWO FURLONGS (ABT 10F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE BETUK AWC APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £15000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £6194, 2nd £3098, 3rd £1548, 4th £774, 5th £387. (Penalty Value £7851) A SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D Evans (32 wins from 262 runners, 12%) runs MEET ME IN MERAKI TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D M Loughnane (5 wins from 18 runners, 28%) runs CRAFTER LONGEST TRAVELLER: MEET ME IN MERAKI trained by D Evans, Abergavenny, 169 miles.
Upped in trip, BOOK OF LIFE bounced back to form when winning with a bit in hand at Wolverhampton on his latest outing, so with more still to offer at this distance he is taken to follow up. The main danger could be Bearaway, who has won 2 of 3 starts since joining his current yard, with Solanna also arriving in good form and completing the shortlist
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B g Kodiac - Fair Sailing (IRE) (Docksider (USA))
Sean Dylan Bowen
The Bears Syndicate Simon Pearce, Newmarket
Br Airlie Stud TIMEFORMVIEWMade a winning start for current yard at this C&D in December and also successful in 9-runner handicap (7/2) at Wolverhampton (9.5f) a month ago, scoring in straightforward fashion. Can make his presence felt. TFRHHHHI BHA70
2 OBSIDIAN KNIGHT (IRE) (21) 0416-02 CD
Br g Awtaad (IRE) - Holda (IRE) (Docksider (USA))
Brandon Wilkie
The Property Investor Partnership Ltd T. J. Kent, Newmarket
Br Wardstown Stud Ltd
The Property Investor Partnership Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWGained a third C&D success when winning in November, despite having not been ideally placed, and quickly left behind a lesser effort when second of 8 in handicap here (9/1) 3 weeks ago. One to note given his record at this venue TFRHHHII BHA70
3 NAASMA (IRE) (126) 306310- CD 6 9-7 (6)
B m Churchill (IRE) - Music Show (IRE) (Noverre (USA))
Harry Burns
Mr P. Wheatley Pat Phelan, Epsom
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Ede’s (UK) Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner who also scored twice in 2024, including at Kempton in October Unsuited by conditions when last of 7 in handicap at Newbury (16f, heavy, 33/1) later same month, so she could fare better on return (won on last year’s reappearance). TFRHHIII BHA68
4 SOLANNA (GB) (15) 0531-21 CD
Ch g Helmet (AUS) - Night Lily (IRE) (Night Shift (USA))
6 9-7 (3)
Grace McEntee
Mr K. Snell John Butler, Newmarket
Br Mr K. Snell
TIMEFORM VIEW Has been going through a good spell, making it 2 wins from his last 3 starts with a ready success in 7-runner handicap (3/1) at Chelmsford City (10f) 15 days ago. Can give another good account in his current form. TFRHHHHI BHA68
5 KINGMONT (IRE) (52) 13430-5
B f Calyx - Bellajeu (Montjeu (IRE))
4 9-5 (1)
Kaiya Fraser Nick Bradley Racing 48 and Partner Harry Eustace, Newmarket
Br Clarecastle Stud Ltd
Tattersalls, Rank Interactive (Gibraltar) Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWWinner at Kempton on second start but hasn’t managed to kick on in handicaps since, failing to come on for her recent run when fifth of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 11/4) 52 days ago. Hood now reached for. TFRHHIII BHA66
6 GRAFFITI (GB) (289) 0/23425-
B g Sixties Icon - Outside Art (Excellent Art)
George Bass Enigma Gary Brown, Swindon
(7)
Br Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited TIMEFORMVIEWFair winner on the Flat, making the frame on all-weather on first 4 starts last year Not discredited over hurdles last 2 outings, third of 6 in handicap at Huntingdon (20.7f, good, 11/2) when last seen in November Tongue strap on 1st time TFRHHHII BHA65
7 BOOK OF LIFE (GB) (20) 2220-01
5 9-4 (4)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Inspiriter (Invincible Spirit (IRE)) Ryan Kavanagh (5) Buxted Partnership Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Godolphin Buxted Construction Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEWSuited by the step up in trip when getting back to winning ways in 10-runner handicap (6/1) at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 20 days ago, form boosted by the runner-up scoring next time Remains well treated on old form so he’s a major player
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MEET ME IN MERAKI (GB) (20) 2205-13 D 4 9-3 (2)
B g Twilight Son - Lawless Secret (Lawman (FR))
Jordan Williams (3) Spiers & Hartwell Ltd & Mrs E. Evans
Br Little Park Farm
David Evans, Abergavenny
TIMEFORMVIEWSwitched to front-running tactics, better than ever when successful at Wolverhampton (9.5f) in January. Similar form when 3 1/4 lengths third of 10 to Book of Life in handicap (15/2) at same C&D 20 days ago and he can give his running once more. TFRHHHII BHA64
9 CRAFTER (IRE) (20) 212-044 CD BF 7 9-3 (9)
B g Muhaarar - Boston Rocker (IRE) (Acclamation)
Laurence Bellman
Br J. Hanly, A. Stroud & Skymarc Farm
Aidan Keeley
Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner in November and has shaped better than the result last 2 starts, forced wide 2f out when 3 1/4 lengths fourth of 10 to Book of Life in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f. 11/4) 20 days ago. Could be in the mix. TFRHHHII BHA64
2024: BYSTANDER (IRE) 4 9 0 Brandon Wilkie 9-2 (K R Burke) 9 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Hood worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7. Stewards Note:
KINGMONT: Following its run on 7/1/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Bearaway (IRE), 5-1 Book of Life (GB), 11-2 Solanna (GB), 7-1 Obsidian Knight (IRE), 9-1 Meet Me In Meraki (GB), Crafter (IRE), 11-1 Kingmont (IRE), Graffiti (GB), 18-1 Naasma (IRE)
Remember to retain all betting tickets until ‘WEIGHED IN’ has been announced.
Customers of the Boards and Rails bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately on receipt, as mistakes cannot be rectified after the “off”. Customers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until after the weigh-in, as immediate payment will be made only on production of the original ticket All tickets will remain valid for one month.
SEVEN FURLONGS AND ONE YARD FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES
THE BETMGM AWC FILLIES AND MARES
TRIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)
Total prize fund £45000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £18284, 2nd £9144, 3rd £4572, 4th £2286, 5th £1143, 6th £572. (Penalty Value £23193) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (62 wins from 560 runners, 11%) runs CINQUE VERDE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Menzies (2 wins from 19 runners, 11%) runs BRAZILIAN ROSE LONGEST TRAVELLER: BRAZILIAN ROSE trained by R Menzies, Sedgefield, 292 miles.
BRAZILIAN ROSE has been a big improver for Rebecca Menzies this year and might be able to strike again back at the scene of last summer’s debut success Aramis Grey is only 1lb higher than when second in this race last year and can give it a good shot again.The consistent Quandary is another likely to be in the premises, while it’ll be fascinating to see what the betting makes of returning Ollie Sangster runner Romanova
1 ARAMIS GREY (IRE) (16) 54342-5 CD
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Gr m Gutaifan (IRE) - Sveva (IRE) (Danehill Dancer (IRE)) Callum Shepherd
The Musketeers Jack Jones, Newmarket
Br Denis & David McDonnell TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner for Rae Guest. Made a solid start for Jack Jones when fifth of 10 at Kempton (6f) 16 days ago. Runner-up in this race off a similar mark 12 months ago. Respected again. TFRHHHHI BHA94
2 ROMANOVA (GB) (533) 010/- D
4 9-8 (9)
B f Golden Horn - Red Lady (IRE) (Dutch Art) Billy Loughnane Turf Club 2024 & St Albans Bloodstock Ollie Sangster, Marlborough
Br Lofts Hall Stud, B Sangster, New England
TIMEFORMVIEWWide-margin winner ofa 7f Salisbury maiden in August 2023.Missedher3-y-o campaign but the factshe went offas short as9/2 for aDoncaster Group 2 when last seen suggests she was highly regarded at that time and it’ll be very interesting to see what the betting makes of her. TFRHHHII BHA90
3 TAKE A PULL (GB) (42) 12244-0 D
4 9-4 (1)
B f Magna Grecia (IRE) - Belle Rose (SAF) (Golden Sword) Hollie Doyle
El Jefe Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Br The Pocock Family Archie Watson Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form last year but needs to shrug off a poor run at Newcastle (7f) 42 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA86
4 ROSA APPLAUSE (IRE) (176) 142433- C
B f Blue Point (IRE) - Affina (IRE) (Kodiac)
4 9-3 (11)
Hector Crouch
Mr Michael Blencowe Harry Charlton, Beckhampton
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Moretons Investments Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWDual 6f AW novice winner for the Crisfords, including here. Consistent in defeat in handicaps in the second half of 2024 and betting check needed now setting out for Harry Charlton Stall 11 could be tricky, though TFRHHHII BHA85
5 CINQUE VERDE (GB) (39) 0056-13 C
5 8-13 (2)
B m Sioux Nation (USA) - Gregoria (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE)) Jack Doughty (3) Wellbelove, Williams & Partners
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Gregoria Partnership racehorse-ownership.com
TIMEFORM VIEWSeven wins over spring trips last year (including AW/turf here) and went in again at Wolverhampton (5f) in January. Respectable third at Kempton (6f) since Can’t discount but didn’t quite see out the trip when fourth over C&D last Easter on previous attempt at 7f. TFRHHHII BHA81
6 VIENNOISE (IRE) (237) 4/2100- CD 4 8-12 (8)
B f Zoffany (IRE) - Voiscreville (IRE) (Le Havre (IRE)) Jason Watson
Mr D. O’Meara David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Br Skara Stud Syndicate GAIN Equine Nutrition
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D maiden winner for Archie Watson last spring but well
7 BRAZILIAN ROSE (IRE) (38) 00-1113 CD BF 4 8-10 (4)
B f Calyx - Miss Brazil (IRE) (Exceed And Excel (AUS))
Kaiya Fraser (3)
JPR Investments Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br Old Carhue Stud Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Clicked for this yard with a hat-trick of 6f wins at Newcastle in January. The winning run came to a halt when stepped up to 7f there last time but she shaped as if still in top form in a close third. Another 5lb higher now but remains of interest TFRHHHHH BHA78
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ALCAZAN (GB) (111) 461350- CD
7 8-10 (6)
B m Al Kazeem - Glorious Dreams (USA) (Honour And Glory (USA)) Joe Leavy (3)
Mr John O’Donnell
Br Mr J. O’Donnell & Mr Noel William Kelly
Roger Teal, Lambourn
Borras Construction Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 3 times over sprint trips on turf last year Below par on testing ground in the autumn but her mark has eased a little as a result and she’s effective on AW TFRHHHII BHA78
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(GB) (13) 600-232 BF
Ch m Intello (GER) - Augusta Ada (Byron)
Sigsworth Partners
Br L. C. & A. E. Sigsworth
5 8-6 (3)
Harry Davies
Edward Bethell, Middleham
West Moor Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2023 but creditable placed efforts in 7f handicaps on all 3 starts this year, on the latest second at Southwell in a first-time visor Has to enter calculations TFRHHHHI BHA74
10 LIV MY LIFE (IRE) (13) 000-160 D
B f Awtaad (IRE) - My Wish (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
Mr Anthony Lyons
Br Ringfort Stud Ltd
4 8-5 (5)
Marco Ghiani
Stuart Williams, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to winning ways at Southwell (7f) in January but in nothing like the same form in her 2 outings since Bounce back needed in first-time cheekpieces TFRHHIII BHA73
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4 8-3 (7)
B f Invincible Army (IRE) - Doris Bleasedale (IRE) (Intikhab (USA)) Luke Morris
Mr P. Boyle
Br Eamonn McEvoy
Brian Ellison, Malton
Brian Ellison Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 23 starts but recent efforts creditable, faring best of those from off the pace and fourth of 10 over 7f at Newcastle last time TFRHHHII BHA71
2024: SHADES OF SUMMER (IRE) 5 9 1 Laura Pearson 3-1 (Jane Chapple-Hyam) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 10. Hood worn by No. 2. Visor worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. Stewards Note:
ROMANOVA: Following its run on 14/9/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.
CINQUE VERDE: Following its run on 20/1/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Brazilian Rose (IRE), 11-2 Romanova (GB), 6-1 Quandary (GB), 13-2 Aramis Grey (IRE), 9-1 Rosa Applause (IRE), 11-1 Cinque Verde (GB), 16-1 Liv My Life (IRE), Callianassa (IRE), 20-1 Alcazan (GB), 25-1 Viennoise (IRE), 50-1 Take A Pull (GB)
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SIX FURLONGS AND ONE YARD (6F AND 1Y) FOR THREE YRS OLD
THE BETMGM AWC 3 YEAR OLD TRIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)
Total prize fund £45000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £18284, 2nd £9144, 3rd £4572, 4th £2286, 5th £1143, 6th £572. (Penalty Value £23193) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): A Balding (62 wins from 305 runners, 20%) runs MARCHOGION TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (3 wins from 19 runners, 16%) runs MARCHOGION LONGEST TRAVELLER: RED EVOLUTION trained by M O’Callaghan, Ireland.
A very competitive 3-y-o handicap Last month’s Newcastle scorer SO DARN HOT is selected to make light of a 5lb rise and bring to an end the winning run of Carbine Harvester Good Banter is almost certainly capable of even better and should also play a prominent role if the outside stall isn’t too big of an inconvenience.
Ch c Calyx - The Stalking Moon (IRE) (Arcano (IRE)) Hector Crouch
Paul & Clare Rooney Clive Cox, Hungerford
Br Thomas Hore Clive Cox Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a useful prospect when winning pair of 6f Wolverhampton novices last autumn More to come from him this year but the draw hasn’t been kind to him on handicap debut TFRHHHHI BHA93
2 BINADHAM (IRE) (137) 163003-
B g Kodiac - Rajmahal (UAE) (Indian Ridge)
Benoit de la Sayette
Salhia Stud Limited Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket
Br Tally-Ho Stud KPF Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful performer at 2, when often highly tried. More exposed than a lot of these and others preferred on handicap debut/reappearance. TFRHHIII BHA89
3 MAJESTIC WAVE (GB) (142) 04221- D
B c Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Tongue Twista (Stimulation (IRE)) Paddy Bradley
Mr Robert Moss
(5)
Simon Dow, Epsom
Br Whitwell Bldstock & Magnolia Bldstock Simon Dow
TIMEFORMVIEWCareer best when winning 19-runner maiden at Navan (6f, good to soft) last October. Sold out of John O’Donoghue’s yard for 55,000 gns later that month. The betting should guide on this AW and handicap debut for new connections. TFRHHHII BHA89
4 SO DARN HOT (GB) (42) 03212-1 D
9-3 (9)
B g Too Darn Hot - La Dorotea (IRE) (Lope de Vega (IRE)) Jack Mitchell
Moores Racing, Booth, Steed & Bengough Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket
Br Deerfield Farm KPF Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW9/1, career best when winning 9-runner handicap at Newcastle (6f) 42 days ago by 1 3/4 lengths from the reopposing Yes I’m Mali, kept up to work A 5lb rise looks fair Considered TFRHHHHH BHA87
5 RED EVOLUTION (IRE) (30) 32450-1
Ch g Mehmas (IRE) - Transcendence (IRE) (Arcano (IRE))
Mr J. Kirkland
Br Pier House Stud
9-1 (1)
Tom Marquand
M. D. O’Callaghan, Ireland
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful form, getting off the mark in 12-runner maiden (5/4) at Dundalk (5f) on reappearance 30 days ago, driven clear This respected Irish raider has the services of Tom Marquand for this handicap debut TFRHHHII BHA85
6 MARCHOGION (GB) (28) 422-01 D 9-1 (7)
B c Mehmas (IRE) - Raincall (Pivotal) David Probert
Opulence Thoroughbreds
Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Br Rockcliffe Stud Opulence Thoroughbreds
TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful form 4/5, didn’t need to improve to win 7-runner novice at Southwell (6f) 28 days ago, making all unchallenged Will find it tougher to dominate this field TFR
7 YES I’M MALI (GB) (21) 0132-24 D
B or Br c Sands of Mali (FR) - Yes Always (IRE) (No Nay Never (USA)) Oisin Orr The Cool Silk Partnership Richard Fahey, Malton
(3)
Br The Cool Silk Partnership Tote TIMEFORMVIEWThree wins from 10 runs last year, the latest at Newcastle (5f) in November 10/1, respectable fourth of 5 in handicap at Southwell (6f) 21 days ago. Makes polytrack debut TFRHHHII BHA83
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HARVESTER (FR) (50) 54611-1 CD 8-12 (4)
B c Hello Youmzain (FR) - Bonita Queen (FR) (Arcano (IRE)) Harry Burns (3)
Carbine Of London Racing 5 William Haggas, Newmarket
Br Salabi Racing et al Somerville Lodge Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWBig improver in AW handicaps for top yard, completing a hat-trick of 6f successes under Harry Burns when shading a tight finish last month. A 4lb rise shouldn’t prevent him making a bold bid for 4 in a row TFRHHHHI BHA82
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FLYING
(IRE) (231) 36216- D
8-10 (10)
B g Kodiac - You’resobeautiful (IRE) (No Nay Never (USA)) Hollie Doyle
Two Plus Three Two Plus Four Hugo Palmer, Malpas
Br Lynch Bages Ltd Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Made all in 6f Chester maiden last June Well beaten there the following month and off since ahead of this AW and handicap debut Others are more obvious TFRHHIII BHA80
10 CRESSIDA
(GB) (43) 2334-31
8-9 (11)
B f Showcasing - Dancing Warrior (War Command (USA)) Luke Morris
G4 Contracts Phil McEntee, Newmarket
Br Whitsbury Manor Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Finally came good in 3-runner Chelmsford novice (5f) last month. This looks a lot tougher, particularly from a wide stall TFRHHIII BHA79 (-2)
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(USA) (34) 202-51
8-8 (6)
B g American Pharoah (USA) - Stillwater Cove (USA) (Quality Road (USA)) Billy Loughnane King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz sons stables K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Br Marcus Stables Llc & Grouseridge Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the most of a good opportunity in a 5f Newcastle maiden last month. Only fifth in a 6f handicap there prior to that but he’s only had 5 starts so no surprise were top stable to get more out of him. TFRHHHII BHA78
12 COUL ANGEL (IRE) (44) 4-31 D 8-7 (8)
B c Coulsty (IRE) - Iamnoangel (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE))
Saffie Osborne
RP Racing Ltd Michael Appleby, Oakham
Br Mr James Waldron Hallco 1766 Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Learning by the run, striking at the third time of asking in 6f Kempton novice last month. Probably more to come but does make his handicap debut in a hot race TFRHHHII BHA77
2024: PHOTOSYNTHESIS (IRE) 3 8 5 Luke Morris 9-2 (Tom Clover) 12 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10.
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2, 9, 11.
Stewards Note:
THE FLYING SEAGULL: Following its run on 12/7/2024 it was reported that the horse was restless in the stalls.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Good Banter (IRE), 6-1 Carbine Harvester (FR), 15-2 Coul Angel (IRE), 8-1 So Darn Hot (GB), 9-1 Motawahij (USA), 12-1 Red Evolution (IRE), 14-1 Marchogion (GB), 16-1 Yes I’m Mali (GB), Cressida Wildes (GB), 20-1 Majestic Wave (GB), The Flying Seagull (IRE), 40-1 Binadham (IRE)
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SIX FURLONGS AND ONE YARD (6F AND 1Y) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
Total prize fund £45000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £18284, 2nd £9144, 3rd £4572, 4th £2286, 5th £1143, 6th £572. (Penalty Value £23193) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Hannon (58 wins from 465 runners, 12%) runs MUMS TIPPLE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Hannon (3 wins from 12 runners, 25%) runs MUMS TIPPLE
WEIGHTWATCHER: MUMS TIPPLE won off a handicap mark of 102, his rating is now down 9lb to 93. LONGEST TRAVELLER: SILKY WILKIE trained by K R Burke, Leyburn, 271 miles.
Stall one could end up being a blessing or a curse for ROHAAN, depending on how the cookie crumbles Indeed, the threat of traffic problems are omnipresent for this come-from-behind sprinter, but he is 18lb lower in the weights compared to when fifth in this last year and will surely go close if he gets the breaks. Ferrous put in a good shift at Ascot when last seen during the autumn and he is feared most ahead of last-time-out C&D winner Prince of Pillo
1 SHARTASH (IRE) (132) 103560- D
5 9-12 (4)
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Shamreen (IRE) (Dubawi (IRE)) Hollie Doyle
Wathnan Racing Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Br His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S.C. Damsa Holding Company W.L.L
TIMEFORM VIEW66/1 and blinkered for 1st time, 17 lengths sixteenth of 20 to Kind of Blue in Champions Sprint Stakes at Ascot (6f, soft) when last seen in October. Looks vulnerable conceding plenty of weight all round on this belated handicap/AW debut. Headgear discarded. TFRHHHII BHA107
2 EMARAATY ANA (GB) (28) 532-056 D
9 9-2 (8)
B g Shamardal (USA) - Spirit of Dubai (IRE) (Cape Cross (IRE)) Saffie Osborne
Barratt Racing Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW 8/1, 5 1/4 lengths sixth of 10 to Romantic Style in Listed race at Meydan (6f, good) 28 days ago, unable to sustain effort Likely to find a few too good tried on this surface for the first time TFRHHIII BHA97
3 FERROUS (IRE) (147) 130053- D
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Grizzel (IRE) (Kodiac)
5 8-13 (3)
Tom Marquand
Recycled Products Limited Jack Channon, West Ilsley
Br Merriebelle Irish Farm Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW 14/1, creditable third of 10 in handicap at Ascot (6f, good to soft) on final start of 2024. Resumes from a break on the same mark and AW record stands at 2-4, so he needs major respect from stall 3. TFRHHHHI BHA94
4 MUMS TIPPLE (IRE) (97) 000005- D
Ch g Footstepsinthesand - Colomone Cross (IRE) (Xaar)
Marian Lyons & Patricia Zanelli
8 8-12 (7)
Joe Leavy (3)
Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Br Abbey Bloodstock Limited Old Oak Holdings Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWSixteen runs since last win in 2023 Creditable fifth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 18/1) on latest start in November On a handy mark (9lb lower than for his latest success) but one or two of these are more appealing all the same TFRHHHII BHA93
5 PRINCE OF PILLO (IRE) (26) 0600/0-1 CD
5 8-11 (5)
Ch g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Lucky Omen (IRE) (Majestic Missile (IRE)) Oisin Orr Middleham Park Racing V
Richard Fahey, Malton
Br John Hutchinson Middleham Park Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW 9/1 and hooded for 1st time, won 6-runner C&D handicap 26 days ago, despite breaking slowly 6lb rise tolerable and he has to enter calculations TFRHHHII BHA92
6 SILKY WILKIE (IRE) (21) 203-000 D
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Vasoni (IRE) (Redback)
6 8-9 (9)
Billy Loughnane Middleham Park Racing LXXXI & E Burke
Br Mrs Claire Doyle
K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Middleham Park Racing
TIMEFORM VIEWTwenty-six runs since last win in 2023. Trailed in thirteenth of 15 in handicap (14/1) at Meydan (6f, good) 21 days ago. Has dipped to a potentially very handy mark but has a bit to prove following a strong of poor efforts in Dubai. TFRHHIII BHA90
7 ROHAAN (IRE) (7) 000-542 CD BF
B g Mayson - Vive Les Rouges (Acclamation)
(1)
Hayley Turner Banks, Evans and Partner
Br Liam Phelan
David Evans, Abergavenny
Emma Evans Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Fifteen runs since last win in 2023. 3/1, creditable second of 9 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 7 days ago. Denied a clear run at a crucial stage in that contest and, provided he avoids traffic problems this time, a bold show is likely TFRHHHHH BHA87
8 THE THAMES BOATMAN (GB) (41) 0106-25 CD 5 8-5 (2)
B g Havana Grey - Gilt Linked (Compton Place)
Nigel Scandrett & Shane Buy
Luke Morris
Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
Br Whitsbury Manor Stud Agetur (UK) Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Three wins from 11 runs last year, the latest here in September. Fifth of 8 in handicap at this C&D (AW, 7/2) 41 days ago, left poorly placed Looks vulnerable from a win point of view TFRHHIII BHA86
9 INTERVENTION (GB) (7) 43506-4 CD 8 8-2 (6)
B g Swiss Spirit - Lady Lube Rye (IRE) (Catcher In The Rye (IRE)) Jack Doughty (3) The Horse Watchers 8
Michael Appleby, Oakham
Br D. & S. L. Tanker Transport Ltd Timeform
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Twenty-five runs since last win in 2023 Respectable fourth of 9 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f, 28/1) 7 days ago, doing too much too soon 2lb ‘wrong’ at the weights and others look stronger TFRHHIII BHA81 (-1)
2024: CHIPSTEAD 6 9 3 Jack Mitchell 12-1 (Roger Teal) 12 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Hood worn by No. 5, 8, 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Rohaan (IRE), 4-1 Prince of Pillo (IRE), 9-2 Ferrous (IRE), 10-1 Shartash (IRE), 11-1 Mums Tipple (IRE), 14-1 Emaraaty Ana (GB), Silky Wilkie (IRE), 16-1 The Thames Boatman (GB), 20-1 Intervention (GB)
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ONE MILE, SEVEN FURLONGS AND 169 YARDS FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE BETUK AWC
HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBBPlus RACE)
Total prize fund £45000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £18284, 2nd £9144, 3rd £4572, 4th £2286, 5th £1143, 6th £572. (Penalty Value £23193) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (62 wins from 560 runners, 11%) runs THE CRAFTYMASTER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W P Mullins (14 wins from 45 runners, 31%) runs MR ESCOBAR
WEIGHTWATCHER: RED FLYER won off a handicap mark of 82, his rating is now down 6lb to 76. LONGEST TRAVELLERS: TED HASTINGS trained by G Elliott, MR ESCOBAR trained by W P Mullins - both Ireland.
Having caught the eye when fourth upped to this trip at Kempton last time, MOON OVER MIAMI could be the answer He still has low mileage and shades preference ahead of Givemefive, who is on a good mark judged on his hurdles exploits and he pulled clear of the rest with Surrey Belle (dual hurdles winner this month) on his latest start in this sphere during the autumn.The Willie Mullins-trained Mr Escobar and hat-trick seeking Roaring Legend are others to consider
1 ROARING LEGEND (FR) (42) 2021/-11 D
Gr g Roaring Lion (USA) - Amarysia (FR) (Medicean)
David Probert
Mr Alan Peterson Hugo Palmer, Malpas
Br S.C.E.A. Marmion Vauville et al
Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWCareer best when winning 7-runner handicap at Newcastle (16.2f, 15/8) 42 days ago. More needed up 4lb now bidding for the hat-trick on this polytrack debut but he’s clearly in the groove and therefore cannot be discounted TFRHHHII BHA96
2 COOL PARTY (GB) (23) 1144-45 D
B g Postponed (IRE) - Party Line (Montjeu (IRE))
Mr S. R. Counsell
Br Mr Stuart Counsell
5 9-3 (4)
Joe Fanning
Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Johnston Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Six wins from 21 Flat runs, the latest at Kempton in November Fifth of 6 in handicap (13/2) at that course (16f) 23 days ago. Back down to last winning mark and he’s not without each-way hope TFRHHHII BHA87
3 MR ESCOBAR (IRE) (138) 5050/26-
B g Epaulette (AUS) - Naalatt (IRE) (Dansili)
7 9-3 (5)
Sean Dylan Bowen
Bowes Lodge Stables W. P. Mullins, Ireland
Br Mr David Harrison
TIMEFORMVIEWQuirkysort 1/3,didn’tneedtoimprovetowin11-runnernovicehurdleatSedgefield(16.8f,goodtosoft)94daysago,shakenuptoassert Goodsixth of 20 in a valuable Naas handicap on latest start in this sphere he has winning form on this surface Merits respect for top Irish jumps yard. TFRHHHII BHA87
4 MOON OVER MIAMI (FR) (23) 11-54
4 9-3 (6)
B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Wiesenlerche (IRE) (Adlerflug (GER)) Hector Crouch
Valmont Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
Br Mr Rashit Shaykhutdinov R M Beckett Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner Two wins from 2 runs last year 10/3, fourth of 6 in handicap at Kempton (16f) 23 days ago, running on Wasn’t knocked about that day and he possesses potential as a stayer TFRHHHHH BHA91
5 TED HASTINGS (IRE) (21) 000/04-5
9 8-10 (8)
B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Portacarron Lady (IRE) (Presenting) Tom Marquand
Mr Aidan J. Ryan Gordon Elliott, Ireland
Br Noel Fraher
Gordon Elliott, Bective Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW 14/1, fifth of 6 in handicap at Dundalk (16f) 21 days ago. Ought to come on for that run (first for 7 months) but others make more appeal all the same TFRHHIII BHA80
6 RED FLYER (IRE) (41) 02640-3 C D
7 8-6 (7)
Ch g Free Eagle (IRE) - Hip (Pivotal) Luke Morris
From Little Acorns Partnership
Br Irish National Stud
Karen Jewell, Sittingbourne
Karen Jewell Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Eleven runs since last win in 2024. Creditable third of 12 in handicap at this C&D (AW, 7/2) 41 days ago, needing stiffer test Live each-way chance, provided that he gets a strong pace to aim at TFRHHHII BHA76
7 THE CRAFTYMASTER (GB) (15) 00-5425 CD BF 5 8-2 (2)
Ch g Master Carpenter (IRE) - With Distinction (Zafonic (USA)) Jack Doughty (3)
S Barton, T Stamp, R Miles, & Partner Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Rosie Gedge-Gibson Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Seven wins from 22 Flat runs. Six wins from 11 runs last year 9/4, fifth of 7 in handicap at Chelmsford City (16f) 15 days ago. Went close here on penultimate start but his record is rather patchy TFRHHIII BHA72
8
GOLDEN FLAME (IRE) (13) 5//000-02
B g Golden Horn - Flame of Gibraltar (IRE) (Rock of Gibraltar (IRE))
Mr T. Faulkner
7 8-2 (1)
Connor Planas (3)
Thomas Faulkner, Devauden
Br Godolphin Valley Water Services Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2021 Second of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (16.2f, 10/1) 13 days ago. No more than an each-way squeak TFRHHIII BHA72
9 PONCHO (FR) (51) 34521-6 CD
B g Motivator - Strelkita (FR) (Dr Fong (USA))
Mr Steven Packham & Mr Gary Moore
Br Alain Louis-Dreyfus
7 8-2 (9)
Tyler Heard
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in December Sixth of 8 in handicap at Kempton (16f, 22/1) 51 days ago. Cheekpieces back on and he’s opposable TFRHHIII BHA72
10 GIVEMEFIVE (IRE) (154) 34201/2-
B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Girl of The Hour (Makfi)
Smash Racing
5 8-2 (10)
Hollie Doyle
Harry Derham, Newbury
Br Laurence Kennedy OLBG
TIMEFORM VIEW17/2 and cheekpieces on for 1st time in this code, below form third of 7 in handicap hurdle at Kelso (16.2f, soft) 14 days ago. On a potentially handy mark back in this sphere and will be a threat if taking to this surface. TFRHHHHI BHA72
2024: SPARTAN ARMY (IRE) 5 9 5 Rossa Ryan 7-4 (Alan King) 13 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 9, 10.
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Roaring Legend (FR), 9-2 Mr Escobar (IRE), 11-2 Moon Over Miami (FR), 6-1 Givemefive (IRE), 10-1 Red Flyer (IRE), 12-1 The Craftymaster (GB), 14-1 Cool Party (GB), 18-1 Golden Flame (IRE), 20-1 Ted Hastings (IRE), 28-1 Poncho (FR)
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THE BETUK AWC MIDDLE
HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBBPlus RACE)
Total prize fund £45000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £18284, 2nd £9144, 3rd £4572, 4th £2286, 5th £1143, 6th £572. (Penalty Value £23193) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): A Balding (62 wins from 305 runners, 20%) runs ROYAL APPROVAL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (3 wins from 19 runners, 16%) runs ROYAL APPROVAL
LONGEST TRAVELLER: GENOAH trained by M O’Callaghan, Ireland.
Last year’s winner PENZANCE has been given a break since a below-par effort at Newcastle in December and, appealing as being on a handy mark, he’s selected to bounce back Irish raider Genoah has improved for the step up in trip and he’s feared along with Dragon Icon. Charlotte’s Web and Royal Approval complete the shortlist
1 STORM CATCHER (IRE) (237) 210
B g Vadamos (FR) - Next Life (Oasis Dream)
David Probert
Nigel Hanger & Eric Jones Simon Pearce, Newmarket
Br Mr Andreas Putsch Tote TIMEFORMVIEWLikeable sort who enhanced fine AW strike rate when narrowly landing the odds in a Wolverhampton handicap (9.5f) 13 months ago. Absent since finishing down the field on turf at Sandown (10f) in July and he may be better for the run here. TFRHHHII BHA99
2 CHARLOTTE’S WEB (IRE) (41) 34111-1 CD 4 9-8 (6)
Ch f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Chamundi Hills (IRE) (Lope de Vega (IRE)) Harry Davies
Rabbah Racing Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket
Br Godolphin
TIMEFORMVIEWFirmly on the up since handicapping on AW, career-best effort when bringing up the 4-timer in 12-runner C&D handicap 6 weeks ago. Had the run of things then, so further progress required if she’s to defy another rise in the weights TFRHHHII BHA95
3 PENZANCE (GB) (84) 0043P6- CD 5 9-7 (8)
Gr g Wootton Bassett - Iromea (IRE) (Dansili)
The Horse Watchers 5
Alistair Rawlinson
Michael Appleby, Oakham
Br Newsells Park Stud Timeform
TIMEFORMVIEWUpwardly mobile upon joining this yard last winter, completing handicap 4-timer in this race from a 2lb lower mark, before a smashing second in Easter Classic at Newcastle in March. Absent since a lesser run at that venue in December but better showing anticipated here TFRHHHHH BHA94
4 YOUTHFUL KING (GB) (146) 5P5610- C D
B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Lady Moscou (IRE) (Sir Percy)
6 9-3 (2)
Jack Dace (7)
Mr Richard L Page & Mr Luke Dace Luke Dace, Billingshurst
Br Bearstone Stud Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form from out of the blue when taking 9-runner handicap here (12f) in September. Not in same form when seventh of 10 in handicap at Southwell (12.1f, 25/1) a month later but he was a good third in this race 12 months ago. TFRHHIII BHA90
5 KING’S CODE (GB) (11) 6311-42
5 9-3 (12)
B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Polygon (USA) (Dynaformer (USA)) Jordan Williams (5)
Eric Griffiths & P D Evans
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
David Evans, Abergavenny
Emma Evans Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWNine wins from 35 Flat runs. Four wins from 19 runs last year Creditable second of 7 in handicap (9/4) at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 11 days ago. Likeable type who looks sure to give another good account of himself TFRHHHII BHA90 (+1)
6 DRAGON ICON (IRE) (42) 40002-3 C BF
5 9-2 (10)
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Matauri Pearl (IRE) (Hurricane Run (IRE)) Jack Mitchell
Mrs Angelica Spence Roger Varian, Newmarket
Br Ecurie Des Charmes & Ballylinch Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWCourse winner who has returned from a break in good nick, his effort worth marking up when third of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (8f) 42 days ago, having to pick way through. Still unexposed at this sort of trip and respected from 1lb lower mark. TFRHHHHI BHA89
7 GENOAH (IRE) (16) 00251-1 4 9-2 (3)
B g U S Navy Flag (USA) - Barnet (Manduro (GER))
Billy Loughnane Alto Equine Building Solutions M. D. O’Callaghan, Ireland
Br Tullamaine Castle Stud & Miznah B/Stock
TIMEFORMVIEWImproved since stepped up in trip, supplementing his maiden victory when winning 7-runner handicap at Dundalk (10.7f) 16 days ago. Remains lightly raced for his age and he appeals as the type to go on improving. TFRHHHHI BHA89
8
KIND OF KISS (GB) (21) 210-00 D
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Expressiy (FR) (Siyouni (FR))
Crest Racing VII & Mr D. A. Olver
4 9-1 (4)
Paddy Bradley
Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket
Br Godolphin KPF Racing Ltd, Crest Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful form in France, winning10f maiden on second start of 3 starts duringfirst half of 2024 However, went backwards from his reappearance/ stable debut effort when eleventh of 12 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f) 21 days ago and step back up in trip needs to have positive effect TFRHHIII BHA88
9 THE GLEN ROVERS (GB) (37) 61311-4 D BF
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Bean Feasa (Dubawi (IRE))
Ryan, Waterhouse & Partner
6 8-12 (9)
Sean Dylan Bowen
Lucy Wadham, Newmarket
Br Godolphin Weatherbys Hamilton LLP
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive 6-y-o who registered a fourth career victory at Kempton (12f) in December and ran right up to best when close-up fourth of 7 in handicap back at that venue (11f) 37 days ago. Definite claims granted a strong pace to aim at TFRHHHII BHA85
10 ROYAL APPROVAL (IRE) (20) 01-61 D
Ch g Cracksman - Nabaraat (USA) (War Front (USA))
Mr Michael Blencowe
4 8-12 (1)
Jason Watson
Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited Moretons Investments Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWSon of Cracksman who showed a tidy turn of foot when making it 2 wins from 4 in 7-runner handicap at Newcastle (1m) 3 weeks ago. Stamina already proven at this trip and whilst this is his toughest ask yet, he may well do better still TFRHHHII BHA85
(IRE) (27) 2055-60 D
8 8-10 (5)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Tribune (FR) (Grand Slam (USA)) Callum Shepherd
Windsor House Racing
Roger Teal, Lambourn
Br Ecurie Des Monceaux Borras Construction Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWReturned from 2 months off with a good fifth at Kempton (1m) in December but running below that level more, recently, finishing ninth of 10 in handicap (9/1) at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 27 days ago. Visor reached for now but others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA83
15-4342 BF
Ch g Iffraaj - City Glam (ARG) (Grand Reward (USA))
Kingsley Park 43 - Ready To Run
5 8-6 (11)
Joe Fanning
Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Br Godolphin Johnston Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWEnded a losing run at Pontefract (1m) in October and consistent in defeat subsequently, creditable second of 9 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f) 29 days ago. However, this a much more demanding assignment. TFRHHHII BHA79
2024: PENZANCE 4 8 12 Alistair Rawlinson 9-4 (Michael Appleby) 12 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Visor worn first time by No. 11. Visor worn by No. 5.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 12.
Stewards Note: STORM CATCHER: Following its run on 6/7/2024 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Genoah (IRE), 11-2 Penzance (GB), 13-2 Charlotte’s Web (IRE), Royal Approval (IRE), 15-2 Dragon Icon (IRE), 8-1 The Glen Rovers (GB), 12-1 King’s Code (GB), 18-1 Urban Sprawl (GB), 22-1 Storm Catcher (IRE), 33-1 Youthful King (GB), 40-1 Kind of Kiss (GB), Civil Law (IRE)
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The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £559,084 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 1st January to 28th March 2025
ONE MILE AND ONE YARD (1M AND 1YD) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE BETMGM AWC MILE TRIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)
Total prize fund £45000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £18284, 2nd £9144, 3rd £4572, 4th £2286, 5th £1143, 6th £572. (Penalty Value £23193) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): A Balding (62 wins from 305 runners, 20%) runs CYNOSURE
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (3 wins from 19 runners, 16%) runs CYNOSURE
LONGEST TRAVELLER: I AM SUPERMAN trained by M O’Callaghan, Ireland.
FANTASTIC FOX again shaped well on the back of another short break when runner-up over this trip at Newcastle 6 weeks ago and he looks a live player operating from a handy berth. The hat-trick seeking Destructive and Cynosure are others to consider, with Kalamunda completing the shortlist in the finale
B g Siyouni (FR) - Sorciere (IRE) (Orpen (USA)) Sean Levey
Mr William Stobart Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Br Petra Bloodstock Agency Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWGroup 2 winner in 2023 who was consistent during a winless 2024, signing off with a very good third in Balmoral Handicap at Ascot (1m) in October. Will need a good pace to aim at if he’s to defy a mark this high on return to action TFRHHHII BHA109
2 I AM SUPERMAN (IRE) (7) 62020-6 D
9 9-2 (8)
B g Footstepsinthesand - Fastnet Lady (IRE) (Fastnet Rock (AUS)) Billy Loughnane
Mr Michael O’Callaghan M. D. O’Callaghan, Ireland
Br Michael Smith
TIMEFORMVIEW9-y-o who shaped with encouragement after 4 months off when sixth of 11 in handicap at Dundalk (8f) 7 days ago, leading briefly over 1f out but unable to sustain effort Should be sharper for that and booking of Billy Loughnane catches the eye TFRHHHII BHA99
3 TALIS EVOLVERE (IRE) (71) 060501- D 5 9-1 (2)
B g Awtaad (IRE) - My Henrietta (USA) (Henrythenavigator (USA)) Joe Leavy (3)
Mrs B. Austin & Partner Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Br Lynn Lodge Stud & Pier House Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWLanded a valuable AW handicap on Final’s Day at Newcastle last March and gained first success since when taking 6-runner handicap at Chelmsford City (7f) in December Tactically versatile sort and not out of things returning from a break under good claimer TFRHHHII BHA98
4 FANTASTIC FOX (GB) (42) 30505-2 CD
7 8-13 (3)
Ch g Frankel - Vasilia (Dansili) Aidan Keeley King Power Racing Co Ltd Roger Varian, Newmarket
Br Mr V. I. Araci King Power International Co Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Won 3 times on AW last winter and having caught the eye when fifth on return at Kempton in November, he again shaped well when second of 12 in handicap (6/1) at Newcastle (8f) 42 days ago, no match for winner Enters calculations. TFRHHHHH BHA96
5 DESTRUCTIVE (USA) (31) 4454-11 4 8-8 (6)
B g More Than Ready (USA) - Carolina Peach (USA) (Giant’s Causeway (USA)) Callum Shepherd
Mr Stuart Mizon Michael Bell, Newmarket
Br Allen Poindexter & More Than Ready Syn. Michael Bell Racing
TIMEFORM VIEWFirmly back on track after 7 months off/having been gelded, supplementing his Wolverhampton maiden victory with a career-best effort to land 9-runner handicap back there (8.6f) 31 days ago. That may not prove his limit and he’s worth considering TFRHHHHI BHA91
6 BLUE PRINCE (IRE) (14) 3045-03
4 8-7 (7)
B g Blue Point (IRE) - Zip Along (IRE) (Iffraaj) Hollie Doyle
G & A Racing David Evans, Abergavenny
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Tote, Emma Evans Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful in big field Goodwood handicap (7f) last summer and dispelled a lesser run when third of 11
(7.1f) 14 days
7 STERLING KNIGHT (GB) (9) 0601-52 D
8-5 (4)
B g Camelot - Sterling Sound (USA) (Street Cry (IRE)) Adam Farragher
Mr Paul Turner Ed Dunlop, Newmarket
Br Fiona Gordon Ed Dunlop Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWThree wins from 14 runs last year Latest win at Chelmsford City in December Creditable second of 9 in handicap (9/2) at Kempton (8f) 9 days ago, headed final 100 yds. Each-way possibilities. TFRHHHII BHA88 (+2)
8 KALAMUNDA (GB) (41) 11134-2 CD
B g Zoustar (AUS) - Karen’s Caper (USA) (War Chant (USA))
Trevor and Ruth Milner
5 8-3 (5)
Luke Morris
Joseph Parr, Newmarket
Br Highclere Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner who completed a quick-fire hat-trick at Kempton (1m) in October and in-the-frame all 3 starts since, second of 12 in handicap over C&D 6 weeks ago. Looks sure to give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA86
9 CYNOSURE (IRE) (27) 2/102-20 CD
Gr or B g No Nay Never (USA) - Llew Law (Verglas (IRE))
Ecurie Ama.Zingteam
Br Newstead Breeding
4 8-2 (9)
Joe Fanning
Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced4-y-owhocementedthepositivesfromhisreappearancewhenagainfindingonlyonetoogoodatWolverhampton(8.6f)inJanuary.Never saw things out upped to 9.5f at that track 4 weeks ago but this drop in trip a plus (sole win over C&D) and respected in first-time cheekpieces TFRHHHHI BHA85
2024: DEAR MY FRIEND 4 9 12 Billy Loughnane 2-1 (Charlie Johnston) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Destructive (USA), 11-2 Fantastic Fox (GB), 7-1 Witch Hunter (FR), 15-2 Kalamunda (GB), 17-2 Sterling Knight (GB), 9-1 Talis Evolvere (IRE), 10-1 Cynosure (IRE), 11-1 I Am Superman (IRE), 14-1 Blue Prince (IRE)
In the interests of safety and the comfort of others please do not carry drinks on to the steppings of the stand, or the areas adjacent to the Parade Ring or Unsaddling Enclosure
TUESDAY 18 MARCH 18
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FRIDAY 25 JULY
First Race 1.55 - THE BETUK AWC APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7851 to the winning horse The second to receive £3684, the third £1840, the fourth £921 and the fifth £459. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 50 and below). £75 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 26th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after February 15th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. To be ridden by Apprentice Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 52 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to February 25th, 2025, have not ridden more than 50 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 25 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). BetUK has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 16 entries at £75. - Closed February 22nd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6194; Second £3098; Third £1548; Fourth £774; Fifth £387. (Penalty Value £7851) A SS SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.25 - THE BetMGM AWC FILLIES AND MARES TRIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £23193 to the winning horse The second to receive £10876, the third £5440, the fourth £2718, the fifth £1359 and the sixth £679. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, February 22nd and pay £225 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 26th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after February 15th, 2025, for each race won 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.. BetMGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 11 entries at £225. - Closed February 22nd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £18284; Second £9144; Third £4572; Fourth £2286; Fifth £1143; Sixth £572. (Penalty Value £23193) SS
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.00 - THE BETMGM AWC 3 YEAR OLD TRIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £23193 to the winning horse The second to receive £10876, the third £5440, the fourth £2718, the fifth £1359 and the sixth £679. for three yrs old only. Enter by noon, February 22nd and pay £225 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 26th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after February 15th, 2025, for each race won 6lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 9lb. Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. BetMGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 15 entries at £225. - Closed February 22nd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £18284; Second £9144; Third £4572; Fourth £2286; Fifth £1143; Sixth £572. (Penalty Value £23193) SS
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.35 - THE BETUK AWC SPRINT TRIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £23193 to the winning horse The second to receive £10876, the third £5440, the fourth £2718, the fifth £1359 and the sixth £679. for four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 22nd and pay £225 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 26th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after February 15th, 2025, for each race won 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.. BetUK has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 15 entries at £225. - Closed February 22nd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £18284; Second £9144; Third £4572; Fourth £2286; Fifth £1143; Sixth £572. (Penalty Value £23193) SS SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 4.10 - THE BETUK AWC MARATHON TRIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £23193 to the winning horse The second to receive £10876, the third £5440, the fourth £2718, the fifth £1359 and the sixth £679. for four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 22nd and pay £225 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 26th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after February 15th, 2025, for each race won 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.. BetUk has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 15 entries at £225. - Closed February 22nd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £18284; Second £9144; Third £4572; Fourth £2286; Fifth £1143; Sixth £572. (Penalty Value £23193) SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.45 - THE BETUK AWC MIDDLE DISTANCE TRIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £23193 to the winning horse The second to receive £10876, the third £5440, the fourth £2718, the fifth £1359 and the sixth £679. for four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 22nd and pay £225 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 26th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after February 15th, 2025, for each race won 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.. BetUk has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 14 entries at £225. - Closed February 22nd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £18284; Second £9144; Third £4572; Fourth £2286; Fifth £1143; Sixth £572. (Penalty Value £23193) SS SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.20 - THE BETMGM AWC MILE TRIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £23193 to the winning horse The second to receive £10876, the third £5440, the fourth £2718, the fifth £1359 and the sixth £679. for four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, February 22nd and pay £225 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 26th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after February 15th, 2025, for each race won 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.. BetMGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 14 entries at £225. - Closed February 22nd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £18284; Second £9144; Third £4572; Fourth £2286; Fifth £1143; Sixth £572. (Penalty Value £23193) SS SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
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