Newcastle Racecard - Friday 3rd May

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Trueshan - the winner of the 2022 Jenningsbet Northumberland Plate Handicap

Owners silks graphic

Horse’s name& birthplace

Horse’s saddlecloth number

No.ofdays sincelastran

Formguide-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

weight st-lb age draw

1 TRUESHAN (FR) (80) 26111-1 D 6 10-8 (10)

B g Planteur (IRE) - Shao Line (FR)

SINGULA PARTNERSHIP

Hollie Doyle

Alan King, Barbury Castle

Mr Didier Blot Hare Group Ltd Br

TIMEFORMVIEW Established himself as the best stayer in Europe last year, winning Goodwood Cup, Cadran at Longchamp and Long Distance Cup at Ascot. Took Nottingham Listed race on return but asking an awful lot of him to defy a mark of 120. TFR HHHII BHA 120

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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

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED

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 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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FIRST RACE 5.35

ONE MILE, TWO FURLONGS ABOUT 42 YARDS (1M 2F 42YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

THE

CRAIG O’SHEA’S

LAST DASH FOR FREEDOM APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

Total prize fund

£5700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2354, 2nd £1177, 3rd £588, 4th £294, 5th £147. (Penalty Value £2983.38) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): R Menzies (31 wins from 359 runners, 9%) runs SCARRIFF TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Hammond (3 wins from 23 runners, 13%) runs RING FENCED LONGEST TRAVELLER: HOT TEAM trained by P Morris, Prescot, 173 miles.

HOT TEAM hasn’t been shaping up all that badly in recent starts and gets the tentative vote to come out on top.WheresThe Crumpet and Ring Fenced, back up in trip, head the dangers, with Scarriff another not out of things.

TEAM (IRE) 2.WHERES THE CRUMPET 3.RING FENCED

1 RING FENCED (GB) (66) 06-3060

5 9-9 (8)

B m Haafhd - Victoria Pollard Aiden Brookes (3)

Robin Hood & Little John Micky Hammond, Middleham

Br Kingsclere Stud Micky Hammond Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW 40/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f) 66 days ago. Step back up in trip/ return to a lower grade ought to see her in a better light here TFRHHHII BHA54

2 CRAZY CRACKERS (IRE) (4) 06-6405 4 9-9 (3)

B g Cracksman - Roanne (USA)

Luck Of The Draw Partnership

Br Al Asayl France

Elle-May Croot (5)

Ivan Furtado, Wiseton

TIMEFORMVIEW10/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, respectable fifth of 13 in handicap at Southwell (12.1f) 4 days ago, fading final 1f This trip worth exploring on that evidence and he’s not discounted here. TFRHHHII BHA54

3 WHERES THE CRUMPET (GB) (42) 0-43251 CD 6 9-3 (5)

Ch m Mukhadram - Jivry

Rhys Elliott (7)

Mr Stuart Murray David Thompson, Darlington

Br A F G. & Mrs S L. Brimble Murtek IT

TIMEFORMVIEW10/3, won 7-runner minor event at this C&D 42 days ago by head from Hot Team, headed last 1/2f and leading again close home Not discounted in follow-up bid now she’s off the mark. TFRHHHHI BHA48

4 VISITANT (GB) (7) 52660-4 CD

11 9-2 (7)

Ch g Pivotal - Invitee William Pyle (3)

Mr David W. Thompson

Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited

David Thompson, Darlington

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 40/1, respectable effort on the back of 4 months off when fourth of 11 in handicap at this C&D 7 days ago. Can give a good account once more with that under his belt. TFRHHHII BHA47 (-1)

5 HOT TEAM (IRE) (17) 502035 CD

B g Zoffany (IRE) - Ahd (USA)

Pat Morris and Clear Cut Racing

Br Old Carhue Stud

8 9-0 (6)

Harry Burns

Patrick Morris, Prescot

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Twenty one runs since last win in 2023. 14/1, respectable fifth of 12 in handicap at this C&D 17 days ago, never nearer. Claims on pick of his form TFRHHHHH BHA45

6 SCARRIFF (IRE) (17) 456/-020 6 9-0 (4)

Ch m Dandy Man (IRE) - Maria Milena

Mr Gerry McGladery

Br Ms Valerie Madden

Archie Young (5)

Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden who left her stable debut effort in her wake when runner-up in a C&D handicap last month. Disappointed when seventh of 12 in handicap back here 17 days ago but not one to write off at this sort of level.

7 MR COCO BEAN (USA) (25) 546350 D

B g Gio Ponti (USA) - Ing Ing (FR)

Miss Helen E. Cuthbert

TFRHHHII BHA45

10 9-0 (2)

Alex Jary (3)

Helen Cuthbert, Brampton

Br Stewart Larkin Armstrong Eddie Wannop Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Forty two runs since last win in 2021 28/1, bit below form seventh of 12 in handicap at this C&D 25 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA45

1-2-3: 1.HOT

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8

CAPTAIN ST LUCIFER (GB) (31) 200-306 D 7 9-0 (9)

B g Casamento (IRE) - Delaware Dancer (IRE)

Jonny Peate

Newstart Partnership.com Suzzanne France, Norton on Derwent

Br Mr Stuart Dobb & Miss Kate Dobb Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 38 Flat runs. Sixth of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 50/1) 31 days ago. Others make greater appeal judged on his efforts so far this year TFRHHIII BHA44

9 CAPERNOITY (IRE) (57) 000U0-6 4 9-0 (1)

B g Awtaad (IRE) - Full Credit Ryan Sexton The Rumpole Partnership Peter Niven, Malton

Br Mr D. Spratt P D Niven Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW First run since leaving J. F. Levins when sixth of 9 in minor event at this course (8f, 10/1) 57 days ago. Up in trip now but he can only be watched. TFRHHIII BHA41

2023: IRON SHERIFF (IRE) 5 8 13 Jonny Peate 10-3 (Roger Fell) 9 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Visor worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 4.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Wheres The Crumpet (GB), 5-1 Crazy Crackers (IRE), 11-2 Hot Team (IRE), 7-1 Scarriff (IRE), 8-1 Visitant (GB), 12-1 Ring Fenced (GB), Mr Coco Bean (USA), 14-1 Captain St Lucifer (GB), 18-1 Capernoity (IRE)

POSITION OF STALLS

2m - Inside 1m2f and 1m4f - Outside Straight Course races - Centre

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Owners and Trainers Benefits

• Complimentary tea and coffee – available in the Owners and Trainers bar

• Complimentary food voucher – redeemable within the Charles Brandling Room situated on the 1st floor of Brandling House.

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SECOND RACE 6.10

FIVE FURLONGS (5F) FOR THREE YRS OLD

THE GET RACEDAY READY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund £9500 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3923, 2nd £1962, 3rd £980, 4th £490, 5th £245. (Penalty Value £4972.30) SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): I Jardine (40 wins from 476 runners, 8%) runs MOONSTONE BOY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K Ryan (3 wins from 21 runners, 14%) runs VANTHEMAN LONGEST TRAVELLER: QUEEN’S GUARD trained by M Bell, Newmarket, 241 miles.

QUEEN’S GUARD boasts a progressive profile and came clear of the remainder when runner-up in a C&D novice last time, so she’s fancied to improve enough to defy an opening mark of 80. Moonstone Boy is a likeable type who ran a cracker at Thirsk last time, so he’s the main danger ahead of Cool Run, who is starting out for a new stable

B g Calyx - Star Fire Andrew Mullen Mr D Stone & Mr J Scott Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Br Gce Farm Ltd Iain Jardine Racing Ltd, Sts Group Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Southwell in March. Good second of 8 in handicap (17/2) at Thirsk (5f, heavy) 13 days ago. Has to be taken seriously TFRHHHHI BHA84

2

B f Havana Grey - So Brave Kevin Stott

Clipper

Michael Bell, Newmarket

Br Carmel Stud Michael Bell Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWPromising individual. Tongue strap on for 1st time, second of 9 in minor event (5/1) at this C&D 17 days ago, clear of rest Makes handicap debut Should have more to offer and makes plenty of appeal TFRHHHHH BHA80

3 VANTHEMAN (IRE) (232) 3150-

9-6 (1)

B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Laila Honiwillow Tom Eaves

Tom Muir / Colin Paterson

Kevin Ryan, Hambleton

Br Yeomanstown Stud K. A. Ryan Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced winner 28/1, fourteenth of 17 in minor event at Doncaster (6.5f, good to soft), possibly amiss. Off 7 months Down in trip Makes handicap debut. Something to find on form TFRHHIII BHA79

4 INGLEBY IVY (GB) (15) 410-0

B f Calyx - Luna Moon

Ingleby Bloodstock Ltd & The Ivy League

Br R. J. Cornelius & G. Godfrey

9-5 (6)

Paddy Mathers

Adrian Nicholls, Sessay

Scott Bros Ltd, Adrian Nicholls Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner 22/1, sixteenth of 17 in handicap at Newmarket (6f, good to firm) 15 days ago. Makes tapeta debut.

5 MAKE IT EASY (IRE) (237) 521003- D

B f Mehmas (IRE) - Paved Paradise (IRE)

SYPS (UK) Ltd

TFRHHIII BHA78

9-5 (3)

Rowan Scott

Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Br Boherguy Stud Alexanders York

TIMEFORMVIEW Third of 5 in minor event (3/1) at Wolverhampton (5.1f) Off 7 months First run for yard after leaving Jack Channon Makes handicap debut Worth monitoring in the betting TFRHHHII BHA78

6 COOL RUN (IRE) (183) 563322-

B f Profitable (IRE) - Coolminx (IRE)

G. B. Turnbull Ltd

9-0 (5)

Ryan Sexton

Julie Camacho, Malton

Br Ringfort Stud Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW 9/4, creditable second of 7 in nursery at this C&D, running on Off 6 months First run for yard after leaving Edward Bethell. One to consider

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

TFRHHHII BHA73

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

Running for the first time since Gelding No. 3. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6. Stewards Note:

VANTHEMAN: Following its run on 14/9/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Queen’s Guard (GB), 9-4 Moonstone Boy (IRE), 13-2 Cool Run (IRE), 7-1 Make It Easy (IRE), 14-1 Ingleby Ivy (GB), 16-1 Vantheman (IRE)

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CHECK YOUR TICKETS

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.

THE HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £521,701 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 23rd March to 23rd June 2024.

RECORD TIMES

DISTANCE

5f Spin Doctor (GB) (2yo) 25Oct16 58.05s

5f Alligator Alley (GB) (3yo+) 31Aug23 57.12s

6f Mazyoun (GB) (2yo) 25Oct16 1m 9.95s

6f Unabated (IRE) (3yo+) 22Mar17 1m 9.86s

7f 14y Commander Cole (GB) (2yo) 18Oct16 1m 25.50s

7f 14y Northernpowerhouse (GB) (3yo+) 18Dec19 1m 24.10s

1m 5y Kameko (USA) (2yo) 01Nov19 1m 36.26s

1m 5y Alfred Richardson (GB) (3yo+) 09Nov18 1m 36.10s

1m 2f 42y Palisade (GB) (3yo+) 16Oct16 2m 4.88s

1m 4f 08y Ajman Prince (IRE) (3yo+) 14Oct16 2m 36.76s

2m 56y Rainbow Dreamer (GB) (3yo+) 07Apr23 3m 28.66s

THIRD RACE 6.45

ONE MILE, FOUR FURLONGS ABOUT 98 YARDS (1M 4F 98YDS) FOR MAIDEN THREE, FOUR AND FIVE YRS OLD

THE QUAFF BOX RESTRICTED

MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands B, C and D) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund £7300 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3115, 2nd £1557, 3rd £779, 4th £389. (Penalty Value £3942) SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): G Tuer (39 wins from 343 runners, 11%) runs RIBBA HILL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (10 wins from 48 runners, 21%) runs LOVE SAFARI LONGEST TRAVELLER: NORTH WINTERFELL trained by S Woods, Newmarket, 241 miles.

It’s hard to look beyond NORTH WINTERFELL, who pulled clear with a couple of fairly useful sorts at Wolverhampton last month and a repeat should be enough for Sean Woods’s 3-y-o to open his account. Positivia showed promise when finishing runner-up on her first start in bumpers, so she’s put forward as the main danger, ahead of Love Safari, who steps up further in distance on all-weather debut

1 CALEDONIAN PEARL (GB) (28)

B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Pantera Negra (IRE)

Emma L McWilliam

Br D. G. Pryde

4

Ryan Sexton

Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in 3 bumpers and looks a likely outsider on Flat debut TFRHHIII BHA-

2 POSITIVIA (GB) (33) (4lb)

B f Massaat (IRE) - What’s Up Pussycat (IRE)

Richard Kent & Richard & Pam Dawson

4 9-7 (3)

Jason Hart

John & Sean Quinn, Malton

Br Mickley Stud JJ Quinn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Better effort in bumpers (modest form) when finishing runner-up in mares event at Sedgefield on debut in March. Worth a second look on Flat bow. TFRHHHHI BHA-

3 LOVE SAFARI (IRE) (207) 36-

B c Galileo (IRE) - Just Pretending (USA)

Crone Stud Farms Ltd

3 8-11 (2)

Kevin Stott

Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Br Coolmore Johnston Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Galileo colt who was well beaten in a couple of back-end novices on turf last year Too soon to be writing him off though, upped further in trip for his return here TFRHHHII BHA-

4 NORTH WINTERFELL (GB) (32) 533

3 8-11 (1)

B c Golden Horn - Kingslady Rowan Scott

Mr S. P. C. Woods

Br D. J. and Mrs Deer

S. P. C. Woods, Newmarket

TIMEFORMVIEWGolden Horn colt who found some progress in first-time tongue strap when third of 7 in novice at Wolverhampton (12.2f) 32 days ago, weakening when hampered last 1/2f A repeat should be enough for him to get off the mark. TFRHHHHH BHA76

5 RIBBA HILL (IRE) (-) (4lb)

B g Ribchester (IRE) - Anklet (IRE)

3 8-7 (4)

Harrison Shaw

Mr Grant Tuer Grant Tuer, Northallerton

Br Irish Emerald Stud Herbs Unlimited

TIMEFORM VIEW €11,000 yearling, Ribchester gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including smart 1m/9f winner Counterparty Risk and useful 2-y-o 7f winner Tonkin Dam twice-raced half-sister to very smart 12.5f/13f winner Sarah Lynx Check betting. TFRHHHII BHA-

2023: HEDONISTA (IRE) 3 8 6 Saffie Osborne 5-1 (Ed Walker) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 5 Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4.

Probable S.P’s: 4-9 North Winterfell (GB), 7-1 Positivia (GB), 17-2 Ribba Hill (IRE), 10-1 Love Safari (IRE), 40-1 Caledonian Pearl (GB)

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FOURTH RACE 7.20

SIX FURLONGS (6F) FOR THREE YRS OLD

THE ALFIE’S BAR HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

Total prize fund £7100 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2932, 2nd £1466, 3rd £733, 4th £366, 5th £183. (Penalty Value £3716.14) SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): K R Burke (52 wins from 422 runners, 12%) runs OAKLAND PRINCESS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K R Burke (13 wins from 48 runners, 27%) runs OAKLAND PRINCESS LONGEST TRAVELLER: WREN OFFICER trained by G Kelleway, TEST OF LOVE trained by Sir M Prescott, both Newmarket, 241 miles.

TEST OF LOVE was a rare handicap debutant from this yard to reappear over a shorter trip but ran a cracker when finishing runner-up at Pontefract 11 days ago He can go one better from the same mark at the expense of Cuban Storm, who was backed as though defeat was out of the question here last month but found the reopposing Socialise too strong Wren Officer is another recent C&D winner and should be in the mix, too.

1.TEST OF LOVE (IRE) 2.CUBAN STORM 3.SOCIALISE (IRE)

1 HAVANA ROSE (IRE) (41) 6260-33 D 9-11 (11)

Gr f Havana Gold (IRE) - Rue Bonaparte (IRE)

Hamilton Park Annual Members

Jonny Peate (3)

Katie Scott, Galashiels

Br Skymarc Farm Overlander Vehicles

TIMEFORMVIEWLooked unsuited by the drop back to sprinting on first run since leaving Edward Bethell (8,000 gns) when third of 5 in handicap at this C&D (20/1) 41 days ago. Needs progress from this mark. TFRHHIII BHA70

2 WREN OFFICER (GB) (17) 146541 CD 9-9 (4)

B f Territories (IRE) - Snowdon Callum Rodriguez

Mrs Y. Mullin Gay Kelleway, Newmarket

Br Redgate Bloodstock Propulsion Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW 2 wins from 6 runs this year, latest in 9-runner handicap at this C&D 17 days ago, produced to lead final 1f 5lb higher and she looks competitive on form TFRHHHII BHA68

3 TRIGGERMAN (IRE) (218) 020-

9-8 (14)

B g Ribchester (IRE) - How Sweet It Is (IRE) Ryan Sexton

BLAND , HALL & CAMACHO

Br Colin Kennedy

Julie Camacho, Malton

TIMEFORM VIEWRun best excused when eleventh of 13 in maiden at Pontefract (6f, good to soft, 33/1) 7 months ago, losing place when hampered over 2f out. Cheekpieces on 1st time Makes handicap debut (has been gelded in interim) TFRHHHII BHA67

4 TEST OF LOVE (IRE) (11) 050-2

B g Time Test - Alys Love Luke Morris Middleham Park Racing CIII Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket

(9)

Br Alys Love Syndicate Tattersalls

TIMEFORMVIEWPromising sort 4/1, ran well on return from 9 months off (gelded in interim) when second of 8 on handicap debut at Pontefract (6f, heavy) 11 days ago, rallying but always just held Back on all-weather and every chance he can go one better TFRHHHHH BHA66 (+4)

5 OAKLAND PRINCESS (IRE) (30) 44-0

9-6 (7)

B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Mayorstone (IRE) Harrison Shaw

Nick Bradley Racing 44 & Partner K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Br Randolf Stevens Limited

Norfolk External Rendering Ltd.

TIMEFORMVIEW11/2, run best excused when tenth of 11 in minor event at Catterick (7f, heavy) 30 days ago, being kept to the far side no use to her Makes handicap/all-weather debut and she’s not without hope TFRHHHII BHA65

6 RAFT UP (IRE) (202) 000203-

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Chicago Fall (IRE)

9-4 (12)

Joanna Mason

The Helen & Harriet Partnership Harriet Bethell, Arnold

Br Ballyhane Beverley Racecourse, Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW 17/2, wasted no time getting back to form when third of 9 in nursery at Chelmsford City (5f) when last seen 6 months ago. First run for yard after leaving Harry Eustace (8,000 gns) and has been gelded/had a breathing operation since last seen TFRHHHII BHA63

7 PROFIT STREET (IRE) (182) 4501- C 9-4 (6)

B g Profitable (IRE) - Street Marie (USA)

Alex Jary (5) D JENKINS J GLOVER R O’DONNELL J SHORT Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Br Yulong Investments (Australia) Pty Alexanders York

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed much improved form to get off the mark in 10-runner nursery (5/1) at this course (5f) 6 months ago. 6lb higher on return but capable of better still TFRHHHII BHA63

1-2-3:

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GLORY HYDE (IRE) (178) 042466- 9-4 (13)

B f Cotai Glory - Sea of Antiquity (IRE)

Swales & Fell

Harry Russell

Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton

Br Mr Derek Smullen OR8 Wellness, Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Gambled on but ran to just a similar level as previously when sixth of 12 in nursery at this C&D (9/2) 6 months ago. Others preferred. TFRHHIII BHA63

9 CUBAN STORM (GB) (17) 000-2 BF

Gr g Havana Grey - Sunny York (IRE)

Sekura Group

9-3 (8)

Connor Beasley

Michael Dods, Darlington

Br Whitsbury Manor Stud Sekura Trade Frames Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWPromising individual Gambled-on 11/10, progressed when 1 1/2 lengths second of 9 to Socialise on handicap debut at this C&D 17 days ago, headed final 100 yds. Open to further improvement TFRHHHHI BHA62

10 SOCIALISE (IRE) (17) 54440-1 CD

B g Advertise - Powerful Star (IRE)

Hart Inn Leisure

9-1 (3)

Rowan Scott

Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Br G. H. S. Bloodstock & J. C. Bloodstock Alexanders York

TIMEFORMVIEWCaused a surprise to get off the mark after 6 months off in 9-runner handicap at this C&D (20/1) 17 days ago by 1 1/2 lengths from Cuban Storm, staying on to lead final 100 yds and well on top finish. Enters calculations from 6lb higher. TFRHHHHI BHA60

11 OLD BAILEY (IRE) (24) 000-40 9-1 (2)

B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Sidney Girl Faye McManoman

Martin Webb Racing Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Br Helen Lyons WJ Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Could hardly have shown any less switched to a handicap when last of 9 (50/1) at Thirsk (7f, heavy) 24 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time Very hard to make a case for. TFR

12 LINCOLN’S INN (IRE) (161) 0540-

Gr f Inns of Court (IRE) - China In My Hands Tom Eaves

(5)

K & L Fitzsimons & Partner Michael Herrington, Willoughton

Br Mr Seamus Mc Garvey

TIMEFORM VIEW Beat only a couple home on her nursery debut when ninth of 11 at Southwell (6.1f, 33/1) in November Hood on 1st time Uphill task TFRHHIII BHA59

13 COME ON

IRENE

(IRE) (17) 6005-0

8-12 (10)

B f Zoffany (IRE) - Accipiter Ben Sanderson (3)

R.N.J. Partnership Michael Herrington, Willoughton

Br Tullpark Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Offered little on first outing since leaving Nigel Tinkler after 9 months off when 8 3/4 lengths eighth of 9 to Wren Officer in handicap (25/1) at this C&D 17 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA57

14

DILIGENT HENRY

(GB) (54) 056

B g Due Diligence (USA) - Mrs Ivy

8-12 (1)

Lewis Edmunds

Wentdale Limited Jessica Macey, Doncaster

Br Fernham Farm Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved when sixth of 8 in minor event (125/1) at Southwell (7.1f) 54 days ago, not given at all a hard time Cheekpieces on 1st time Makes handicap debut TFRHHHII BHA57

2023: NORTHERN SPIRIT 3 9 8 Ben Robinson 7-1 (Brian Ellison) 8 ran

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Hood worn first time by No. 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3, 11, 14. Visor worn by No. 2. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 3, 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6.

ProbableS.P’s:10-3TestofLove(IRE),5-1CubanStorm(GB),7-1WrenOfficer(GB),15-2Socialise(IRE),8-1ProfitStreet(IRE), 16-1 Oakland Princess (IRE), Raft Up (IRE), 20-1 Glory Hyde (IRE), 22-1 Havana Rose (IRE), 33-1 Triggerman (IRE), 40-1 Diligent Henry (GB), 100-1 Lincoln’s Inn (IRE), Come On Irene (IRE), 150-1 Old Bailey (IRE)

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ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (7F ABT 14YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE FREE DIGITAL RACECARD AT raceday-ready.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

Total prize fund

£9500 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3923, 2nd £1962, 3rd £980, 4th £490, 5th £245. (Penalty Value £4972.30) SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): R Fahey (84 wins from 722 runners, 12%) runs OUTRUN THE STORM TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D O’Meara (6 wins from 49 runners, 12%) runs AKKADIAN THUNDER LONGEST TRAVELLER: FEEL THE NEED trained by M Herrington, Willoughton, 139 miles.

Claims can be made for plenty here but AKKADIANTHUNDER shaped better than the bare result following 6 months off/starting out for David O’Meara at Wolverhampton 25 days ago and he could just be worth chancing to build on that effort down in trip. Dawn of Liberation has made a solid start for Ruth Carr and is respected, with Zapphire and OutrunThe Storm next best. FeelThe Need is another worth monitoring following an eye-catching run over C&D last time

1 RON O (GB) (51) 401-035 CD 6

Ch g Toronado (IRE) - Xaloc (IRE)

Luke Morris

Mr Ray Craggs Ray Craggs, Sedgefield

Br Mr M J. Rozenbroek

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner Latest win at Southwell in November Fifth of 6 in handicap at this course (8f, 11/4) 51 days ago, unable to sustain effort Needs to bounce back returned to this shorter trip TFRHHHII BHA86

2 ANOTHER

INVESTMENT

(IRE) (22) 40033-0 D 5 9-9 (8)

B g Awtaad (IRE) - Mitzi Winks (USA) Lewis Edmunds J Glover R O’Donnell J Short N Skinner Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Br Coseda Ltd Alexanders York

TIMEFORMVIEWRespectable seventh of 12 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f, 15/2) 22 days ago, unable to sustain effort on the back of 5 months off. One of 3 runners for Nigel Tinker but both career victories have come at 6f TFRHHHII BHA85

3 THEME PARK (GB) (212) 236026- D

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Queen’s Prize

4 9-9 (2)

Rowan Scott

Martin Webb Racing Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Br Queen Elizabeth II WJ Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW7fAW winner forSir MichaelStoutewho ran his bestrace forpresentstable(havingbeengelded)whensecondatYork(7.8f) in September Not in same form at Kempton final start but he remains low-mileage on AW and not one to write off on seasonal bow. TFRHHHII BHA85

4 DAWN OF LIBERATION (IRE) (25) 006-342 D 5 9-9 (4)

B g Churchill (IRE) - Danetime Out (IRE)

RJH Ltd and Facts & Figures

Joanna Mason

Ruth Carr, Stillington

Br Bec Bloodstock William Hill

TIMEFORMVIEWWinless last season for Richard Hannon but made a solid start on AW for new yard, creditable second of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 25 days ago, running on Not out of things back down in trip TFRHHHHI BHA85

5 AKKADIAN THUNDER (GB) (25) 013-0 4 9-7 (3)

Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Akhania

Windmill House Racing & Rasio Cymru

Jason Watson

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Br Sam Sangster Gain Equine Nutrition

TIMEFORM VIEWLightly-raced winner First run since leaving Roger Varian when seventh of 9 in handicap (8/1) at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 25 days ago, finishing with running left having been snatched up over 1f out. Could just be worth chancing on the back of that TFRHHHHH BHA83

6 ABRUZZO MIA (GB) (17) 5-50120 CD 7 9-2 (9)

B g Bated Breath - Serenata Mia Connor Beasley

Mrs H I S Calzini Michael Dods, Darlington

Br Mrs H I. S. Calzini Denton Hall Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Latest win here in March 9/1, 4 1/2 lengths tenth of 14 to Outrun The Storm in handicap at this C&D 17 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals. Needs a couple of these to falter

B f Zoffany (IRE) - Madison Ryan Sexton

Elite Racing Club

Julie Camacho, Malton

Br Elite Racing Club Elite Racing Club

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on handicap debut at Haydock (7f) last summer and

1-2-3: 1.AKKADIAN

KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

8 AS IF BY CHANCE (GB) (17) 01000-4

B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Citron

Mr S. Hussey

6 9-0 (5)

Alex Jary (5)

Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Br Bearstone Stud Alexanders York

TIMEFORMVIEW Dual 6f winner on turf last summer who ran well at huge odds on the back of 5 months off when fourth of 14 to Outrun The Storm in handicap at this C&D (150/1) 17 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA76

9 OUTRUN THE STORM (IRE) (17) 20066-1 CD 6 8-11 (6)

B g Footstepsinthesand - Sweet Surprise (IRE)

Middleham Park Racing XCVII

Br J. M. McGrath

Billy Garritty

Richard Fahey, Malton

Middleham Park Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWNot at his best towards the end of last season but eased in weights and proved determined back from 6 months off when landing a C&D handicap 17 days ago, edging ahead again near line Claims once more nudged up 3lb. TFRHHHHI BHA73

10 FEEL THE NEED (GB) (17) 6305-56 D

B g Ribchester (IRE) - Patterned

K & L Fitzsimons & Partner

Br D. J. and Mrs Deer

4 8-11 (1)

Tom Eaves

Michael Herrington, Willoughton

TIMEFORM VIEWQuirky sort Fourteen runs since last win in 2022 Creditable 2 1/2 lengths sixth of 14 to Outrun The Storm in handicap (5/1) at this C&D 17 days ago, finishing with running left Lurking on a potentially lenient mark if new yard can find the key to him. TFRHHHII BHA73

2023: MASTER RICHARD 4 9 11 Paul Hanagan 10-1 (Ann Duffield) 12 ran

Stewards Note:

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

AKKADIAN THUNDER: Following its run on 8/4/2024 it was reported that the horse hung badly left-handed.

ABRUZZO MIA: Following its run on 16/4/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

FEEL THE NEED: Following its run on 16/4/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run 2f out.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Outrun The Storm (IRE), 11-2 Dawn of Liberation (IRE), 13-2 Zapphire (IRE), 8-1 Feel The Need (GB), 9-1 Ron O (GB), 10-1 Theme Park (GB), Akkadian Thunder (GB), 11-1 Another Investment (IRE), As If By Chance (GB), 16-1 Abruzzo Mia (GB)

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Total prize fund £5700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2354, 2nd £1177, 3rd £588, 4th £294, 5th £147. (Penalty Value £2983.38) SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): M Dods (31 wins from 325 runners, 10%) runs MARCELLO SI TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Carr (2 wins from 31 runners, 6%) runs BROTHER DAVE & DARKER LONGEST TRAVELLER: ANGEL OF ANTRIM trained by P McEntee, Newmarket, 241 miles.

MARCELLO SI has been in good heart this year, the forcing tactics just a shade overdone when fourth at Southwell on his latest outing, so he is taken to get back to winning ways returned to this venue. Odd Socks Havana arrives bidding for a course hat-trick and isn’t taken lightly, while Angel of Antrim could also be thereabouts once more.

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Todegica Josephine Gordon

D Lovatt & C Bacon Phil McEntee, Newmarket

Br Yeomanstown Stud & Cavalier Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a first success for his current yard when scoring over C&D in April. Again ran well when third of 8 in handicap (10/3) at this course (8f) a week ago, clear of rest Enters calculations. TFRHHHHI BHA59

2 ODD SOCKS HAVANA (GB) (7) 623411 CD 6 9-9 (in 5lb ex) (7)

B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Hamloola Callum Rodriguez Purple Reins Racing Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Br The Hamloola Partnership Pattesons Glass

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a fifth course success when making it back-to-back wins in 9-runner handicap here (8f, 5/1) a week ago. Carries a penalty but he can remain competitive in his current form TFRHHHHI BHA53 (+3)

3 BROTHER DAVE (GB) (17) 223116 D BF 4 9-5 (1)

Ch g Pastoral Pursuits - China Cherub James Sullivan

Mrs Angela Clark Ruth Carr, Stillington

Br Angela Clark William Hill

TIMEFORMVIEWOff the mark at Southwell (7.1f) in March and followed up at the same C&D 15 days later. Left with too much to do when 6 1/4 lengths sixth of 11 to Angel of Antrim in handicap (7/2) at this C&D 17 days ago, so he could bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA54

4 ANIF (IRE) (7) 006655 CD

10 9-4 (3)

B g Cape Cross (IRE) - Cadenza (FR) Tom Eaves

S Herrington, P Forster & Partner Michael Herrington, Willoughton

Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWFive-time course winner, though it’s 13 runs since his last victory. Failed to build on promise of previous run when fifth of 8 in handicap (8/1) at this course (8f) a week ago, but he’s not written off from his career-low mark. TFRHHHII BHA53 (-3)

5 GRAND STYLE (FR) (90) 05000-0 4 9-2 (6)

B f Wootton Bassett - Baynunah (USA) Tyler Heard (3)

Racehorse Ownership Club

Br S.C.E.A. De La Vallee de L’Orne et al

Philip Kirby, Richmond

Racehorse Ownership Club

TIMEFORMVIEWShowed fair form in France but offered little in 4 starts for Alexandra Dunn, last of 10 in handicap (150/1) at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 3 months ago. Switch to new yard need to spark a revival. TFRHHIII BHA51

6 JEMS BOND (GB) (17) 364300 CD 7 9-2 (2)

Ch g Monsieur Bond (IRE) - Saphire Rowan Scott

Mr Frank Reay & Mr A D Brown Alan Brown, Malton

Br Norton Grove Stud Ltd Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWFive-time course winner, but 14 runs since he last got his head in front. Below form last 2 starts, 6 3/4 lengths seventh of 11 to Angel of Antrim in handicap (17/2) at this C&D 17 days ago. Others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA51 7 BROXI (IRE) (50) 040010 CD

B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Own Gift Elle-May Croot (7)

Mr Ivan Furtado Ivan Furtado, Wiseton

Br Golden Vale Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWReturned to winning ways in first-time blinkers at this C&D in March However, failed to repeat that effort when last of 9 in minor event (15/2) at Southwell (8.1f) 50 days ago, doing too much too soon

1-2-3: 1.MARCELLO SI 2.ODD SOCKS HAVANA 3.ANGEL OF ANTRIM (IRE)

KEY Owner Breeding

Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

8

MARCELLO SI (GB) (33) 141624 CD

6 9-1 (10)

B g Marcel (IRE) - Serenata Mia Connor Beasley

Mrs H I S Calzini Michael Dods, Darlington

Br Mrs H I. S. Calzini Denton Hall Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice here in January (over C&D on second occasion). Shaped better than result when 4 3/4 lengths fourth of 12 to Brother Dave in handicap at Southwell (7.1f, 5/1) 33 days ago, ridden too aggressively Major player TFRHHHHH BHA50

9

DARKER (GB) (10) 550-636

5 8-11 (5)

B g Twilight Son - Spinatrix Joanna Mason

Ruth Carr Racing Club

Ruth Carr, Stillington

Br T. K. & Mrs P. A. Knox William Hill

TIMEFORMVIEWRemains a maiden after 19 Flat runs. Stepped up on reappearance when third at this C&D in April, but not quite in the same form when sixth of 9 in handicap (11/1) at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 10 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time TFRHHHII BHA45

10 BILLIAN (IRE) (10) 600-000

B g Mehmas (IRE) - Truly Magnificent (USA)

The Philip Kirby Racing Club

6 8-11 (9)

Alex Jary (5)

Philip Kirby, Richmond

Br Michael G. Daly Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Little impact in 3 starts this year, in first-time visor, typically slowly away when eleventh of 13 in handicap (12/1) at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 10 days ago. Has work to do TFRHHIII BHA44

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Blinkers worn first time by No. 9. Blinkers worn by No. 7. Visor worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 4, 6.

Stewards Note:

GRAND STYLE: Following its run on 3/2/2024 it was reported that the jockey’s saddle slipped.

DARKER: Following its run on 23/4/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

BILLIAN: Following its run on 23/4/2024 it was reported that the horse was slow away.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Odd Socks Havana (GB), 4-1 Angel of Antrim (IRE), 11-2 Marcello Si (GB), 7-1 Brother Dave (GB), 11-1 Anif (IRE), Darker (GB), 16-1 Jems Bond (GB), 18-1 Broxi (IRE), 22-1 Billian (IRE), 40-1 Grand Style (FR)

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SIX FURLONGS (6F) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND

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Total prize fund £5700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2354, 2nd £1177, 3rd £588, 4th £294, 5th £147. (Penalty Value £2983.38) SS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): R Fahey (84 wins from 722 runners, 12%) runs ABSOLUTE DREAM TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Fell & S Murray (2 wins from 23 runners, 9%) runs DANDYS GOLD LONGEST TRAVELLER: WEST END LASS & HIGHER LAW trained by K Frost, Newark, 159 miles.

HIGHER LAW has made the frame on 3 of his last 4 starts since the cheekpieces have been reapplied, finishing well when second at Wolverhampton 10 days ago, and he can continue his good run of form to open his account. Tillybob made an encouraging stable/seasonal debut at this C&D in March and could be the main danger, ahead of Noble Captain.

1-2-3: 1.HIGHER LAW (IRE) 2.TILLYBOB (IRE) 3.NOBLE CAPTAIN

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Odyssee (FR)

Billy Garritty

Mrs C M Clarke, Foulrice Park Racing Ltd Liam Bailey, Middleham

Br Tom Radley Show Business Interiors Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWEndedlastyearoutofform,butshapedasifneedingtherunafter8monthsoffwheneighthof10inhandicapatWolverhampton (6.1f, 18/1) 25 days ago. Needs to get back on track with cheekpieces on 1st time Engaged 3.17

2 TILLYBOB (IRE) (42) 540/0-5

B f Kuroshio (AUS) - Midnight Destiny (IRE)

9-10 (8)

Kevin Stott

Mr Alex Owen Stella Barclay, Garstang

Br Austin Lyons Crown Stage And Theatre Services Ltd, Lancashire Racing Stables Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced maiden Shaped well on first run since leaving David Loughnane when fifth of 11 in handicap (66/1) at this C&D 42 days ago, short of room again late on One to consider dropped in grade. TFRHHHHI BHA56

3 GLOBAL EFFORT (IRE) (4) 2505-45

Ch g Gleneagles (IRE) - Irish Madam

4 9-10 (4)

Mrs Rita Baker Phil McEntee, Newmarket

Br Irish National Stud Mare Syndicate II

NON-RUNNER

TIMEFORM VIEW TFRIIIII BHA56 (-1)

4 CAPTAIN VALLO (IRE) (25) 0-40560 CD 6 9-9 (6)

Ch g Mehmas (IRE) - Top Dollar Rowan Scott

Mr James Binks Phillip Makin, Leyburn

Br Tally-Ho Stud Tote

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner It’s been a while since his last success, but he was denied a clear run when tenth of 12 in handicap at this course (7.1f, 10/1) 25 days ago. Not discounted having eased further in the weights with visor on first time TFRHHHII BHA55

5 ABSOLUTE DREAM (IRE) (17) 030125 CD

Ch g Dream Ahead (USA) - Absolute Diamond

S & G Clayton 1

9-9 (3)

Jack Garritty

Richard Fahey, Malton

Br B. Kennedy & Mrs Ann Marie Kennedy Morebrooke

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner With headgear reapplied, returned to winning ways at Southwell in March. Not discredited when fifth of 11 in handicap at this course (7.1f, 25/1) 17 days ago. Can give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA55

6 KAIDU (IRE) (13) 0200-30

B g Profitable (IRE) - Sahaayef (IRE)

(1)

Harry Russell Castle View & Girsonfield Racing Club

Susan Corbett, Otterburn

Br Ballintry Stud Finnies Heavy Haulage

TIMEFORMVIEWAfter 3 months off, first run since leaving Archie Watson when sixteenth of 17 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, heavy, 25/1) 13 days ago. Needs to leave latest effort well behind back on all-weather with hood applied. TFRHHIII BHA54

7 WEST END LASS (GB) (10) 6650 4 9-7 (12)

B f Adaay (IRE) - Showbizzy Ryan Sexton

Mr K. Nicholls Kevin Frost, Newark

Br Lisa Thompson Kevin Frost Racing

TIMEFORMVIEW Fared no better making her handicap debut when tenth of 13 at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 66/1) 10 days ago. Remains early days but much more needed

KEY Owner Breeding

Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor

8

NOBLE CAPTAIN (GB) (39) 530146 CD BF 4 9-6 (13)

Ch g Territories (IRE) - Captain Secret

Making Headway Racing

Joanna Mason

Katie Scott, Galashiels

Br Old Buckenham Stud Ltd Overlander Vehicles

TIMEFORMVIEWBoth wins at this C&D, with latest success in March. Shaped as if still in good form when sixth of 10 in handicap here (7/2) 39 days ago, racing closer to pace than ideal. Shortlisted. TFRHHHHI BHA52

9 MAGIC GEM (GB) (235) 221/103-

Ch g Garswood - Thorntoun Piccolo

6 9-6 (2)

Tom Eaves

Mr Ron Hull Michael Herrington, Willoughton

Br Houghton Bloodstock UK Ltd Ron Hull Group Of Companies

TIMEFORMVIEWMaking first start since leaving David C. Griffiths, ran at least as well as ever when third of 13 in handicap (4/1) at this C&D in September Has since left Bryan Smart. Capable of getting involved if ready to go on return TFRHHHII BHA52

10 FLAVIUS TITUS (GB) (185) 242505- D

Ch g Lethal Force (IRE) - Furbelow

Mr Foster & Partner

9 9-4 (9)

Andrew Mullen

Danny Brooke, Middleham

Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited S. C. Poster Farming, Danny Brooke Racing

TIMEFORMVIEW Soon left behind a lesser effort when fifth of 11 in handicap (14/1) at this C&D when last seen in October. Cheekpieces back on as he makes his return from 6 months off. TFRHHIII BHA50

11

FIRCOMBE

HALL (GB) (7) 021330 CD BF 6 9-4 (7)

Ch g Charming Thought - Marmot Bay (IRE)

RedHotGardogs

Connor Beasley

Philip Kirby, Richmond

Br Ace Bloodstock Ltd Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWGained a fourth C&D victory in March. Wasn’t seen to best effect when 4 lengths seventh of 10 to Dandys Gold in handicap (10/3) at this C&D a week ago, headway when no room 1f out. Could be in the mix. TFRHHHII BHA50

12 DANDYS GOLD (IRE) (7) 342401 CD

B m Dandy Man (IRE) - Proud Penny (IRE)

10 9-4 (in 4lb ex) (10)

Jonny Peate (3)

Fell & Windress Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton

Br George Halford OR8 Wellness

TIMEFORMVIEW Capitalised on her reduced mark when recording a third C&D victory in 10-runner handicap here (13/2) a week ago. Task is now to build on her latest effort under a penalty

13 HIGHER LAW (IRE) (10) 462042

4 9-2 (11)

B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Certify (USA) Lewis Edmunds Mr K. Nicholls Kevin Frost, Newark Br Godolphin Kevin Frost Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWAgain ran well when second of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 11/2) 10 days ago, finishing strongly Remains a maiden but he could be ready to get off the mark in his current mood. TFRHHHHH BHA48

2023: BEAST OF BURDEN 4 9 0 Ray Dawson 12-1 (Ronald Thompson) 13 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Hood worn first time by No. 6. Visor worn first time by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8, 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 10, 11, 13. Stewards Note:

CAPTAIN VALLO: Following its run on 8/4/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on. WEST END LASS: Following its run on 23/4/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Dandys Gold (IRE), 11-2 Higher Law (IRE), 13-2 Magic Gem (GB), 9-1 Noble Captain (GB), Fircombe Hall (GB), 11-1 Tillybob (IRE), 14-1 Captain Vallo (IRE), Absolute Dream (IRE), 16-1 Flavius Titus (GB), 18-1 Kaidu (IRE), 22-1 Protest Rally (IRE), 40-1 West End Lass (GB)

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 5.35 - THE CRAIG O’SHEA’S LAST DASH FOR FREEDOM APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2983 to the winning horse The second to receive £1399, the third £699, the fourth £349 and the fifth £174. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 56 and 57; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £28 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £23 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 1st. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 20th, 2024, 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 April 30th, 2024, 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). Craig’s Family and Friends have kindly sponsored this race 14 entries at £28. - Closed April 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2354; Second £1177; Third £588; Fourth £294; Fifth £147. (Penalty Value £2983.38) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SS SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 6.10 - THE GET RACEDAY READY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4972 to the winning horse The second to receive £2333, the third £1165, the fourth £583 and the fifth £290. for three yrs old only, Rated 63-82 (also open to such horses rated 83 and 84; such horses rated 62 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £47 stake if the horse is rated 63 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 62 or lower with £38 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 1st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 20th, 2024, for each race won 6lb. The Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 10 entries at £47. - Closed April 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3923; Second £1962; Third £980; Fourth £490; Fifth £245. (Penalty Value £4972.30) SS SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 6.45 - THE QUAFF BOX RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands B, C and D) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3942 to the winning horse The second to receive £1850, the third £925 and the fourth £462. for maiden three, four and five yrs old only, which are in Bands B, C and D. Enter by noon, April 27th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 1st. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 11lb; fillies 8st 6lb 4-y-o and 5-y-o colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb Allowances: Band C from Band B 2lb Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative) No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 8st 2lb. Quaff Box have kindly sponsored this race 6 entries at £36. - Closed April 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3115; Second £1557; Third £779; Fourth £389. (Penalty Value £3942) SS SEE PAGE 13 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 7.20 - THE ALFIE’S BAR HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3716 to the winning horse The second to receive £1743, the third £871, the fourth £435 and the fifth £217. for three yrs old only, Rated 49-68 (also open to such horses rated 69 and 70; such horses rated 48 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 49 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 48 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 1st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 20th, 2024, for each race won 6lb. Alfie’s Bar have kindly sponsored this race 19 entries at £35. - Closed April 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2932; Second £1466; Third £733; Fourth £366; Fifth £183. (Penalty Value £3716.14) SS

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Fifth Race 7.55 - THE FREE DIGITAL RACECARD AT raceday-ready.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4972 to the winning horse The second to receive £2333, the third £1165, the fourth £583 and the fifth £290. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £47 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £38 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 1st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 20th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 17 entries at £47. - Closed April 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3923; Second £1962; Third £980; Fourth £490; Fifth £245. (Penalty Value £4972.30) SS SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 8.30 - THE GET THE INSIDE TRACK WITH raceday-ready.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2983 to the winning horse The second to receive £1399, the third £699, the fourth £349 and the fifth £174. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-58 (also open to such horses rated 59 and 60; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £28 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £23 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 1st. Lowest weight 8st 11lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 20th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 16 entries at £28. - Closed April 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2354; Second £1177; Third £588; Fourth £294; Fifth £147. (Penalty Value £2983.38) SS

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Seventh Race 9.00 - THE TIPS FOR EVERY RACE AT raceday-ready.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2983 to the winning horse The second to receive £1399, the third £699, the fourth £349 and the fifth £174. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 56 and 57; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £28 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £23 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 1st. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 20th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 17 entries at £28. - Closed April 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2354; Second £1177; Third £588; Fourth £294; Fifth £147. (Penalty Value £2983.38) SS

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