Spirit Mixer - the winner of the 2025 Jenningsbet Northumberland Plate Handicap
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Horse’s name& birthplace No.ofdays sincelastran
Horse’s saddlecloth number
17 SPIRIT
MIXER
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
(GB) (20) 110-502 D
Ch g Frankel - Arabian Queen (IRE)
Mr J. C. Smith
Littleton Stud Br
weight st-lb age draw
7 8-10 (9)
TIMEFORM VIEW A dual 2m scorer last term and he comes here in good form, runner-up in 2m Goodwood handicap 20 days ago. no forlon hope TFR HHHII BHA89 (+1)
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
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HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. HIIII Can be given little or no chance.
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FIRST RACE 4.55
ONE MILE, TWO FURLONGS ABOUT 42 YARDS (1M 2F 42YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J Goldie (58 wins from 501 runners, 12%) runs SEA LEGEND TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (11 wins from 73 runners, 15%) runs BEST ADVENTURE
WEIGHTWATCHER: SEA LEGEND won off a handicap mark of 80, his rating is now down 8lb to 72. LONGEST TRAVELLER: CATHERINE’S GIFT trained by H Charlton, Beckhampton, 313 miles.
Possibly best to focus on the 3-y-os in this opener, with NIMINY PIMINY, who has been a good second in handicaps the last twice, taken to resume winning ways now stepping up to 1 1/4m for the first time. Census has quickly reached quite a useful level and is an interesting newcomer to the handicapping ranks. Grecian Legacy is better than his recent form figures might suggest and also makes the shortlist
1 BEST ADVENTURE (IRE) (15) 146350 D
3 9-12 (6)
B g Frankel - Foxtrot Liv Silvestre De Sousa
Mr Zhang Yuesheng Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Br Foxtrot Liv Syndicate
TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful at Newmarket and Sandown (both 1 1/4m) at the start of the sumer Only ninth of 11 in handicap at Nottingham (1 1/4m, good to soft) 15 days ago but not the type to stay down for long TFRHHHII BHA82
2 NIMINY PIMINY (FR) (30) 1-1022
Ch f Siyouni (FR) - Geisha Girl (IRE)
3 9-12 (13)
Sean Dylan Bowen
Mrs Simon Marsh & Hon Mrs Peter Stanley Ollie Sangster, Marlborough
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Tattersalls
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual AW novice winner Creditable second of 5 in handicap (5/2) at Sandown (1m, heavy) 30 days ago. Up in trip Should go well again. TFRHHHHH BHA82
3 GRECIAN LEGACY (IRE) (15) 120046 D
B g Magna Grecia (IRE) - Eleanor Roosevelt (IRE)
Capture The Moment XIII
3 9-10 (5)
David Egan
Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn
Br Edgeridge Ltd Tattersalls
TIMEFORMVIEWWinner at Goodwood in May. Last of 6 in handicap at Salisbury (1 1/4m, good to soft, 7/2) 15 days ago, doing too much in the middle part of the race and probably in better form than that result implies. Makes tapeta debut TFRHHHII BHA80
4 INAPPROPRIATE (IRE) (361) 223112- D
Ch g Churchill (IRE) - Kimblewick (IRE)
4 9-10 (8)
Jack Garritty Caron & Paul Chapman Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn
Br Grenane House Stud Jedd O’Keeffe Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWDual 1 1/4m Flat winner for Harry Eustace last autumn and also successful twice over hurdles for this yard subsequently Off since April (has had wind surgery) and got to be a chance he’ll be sharper for the outing TFRHHIII BHA76
5 CENSUS (FR) (27) 314
B g Persian King (IRE) - Off The List (IRE)
3 9-10 (11)
Jack Mitchell Rabbah Racing
Br Haras Detreham, Runnymede Farm
Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 9.5f Wolverhampton novice last month. Better than he could show when fourth of 9 in novice at Newmarket (1 1/4m, good to firm) 27 days ago. Brings unexposed potential to handicap debut TFRHHHHI BHA80
6 LADY CHARTWELL (IRE) (64) 202005 D 3 9-8 (3)
B f Churchill (IRE) - Kofariti (IRE)
Joe Fanning Newsells Park Stud-Ardiles/Brazil/Hoddle Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Br Grange Stud Newsells Park Stud Limited, Johnston Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW AW winner. Last of 5 in handicap at Salisbury (1 1/4m, good, 11/2) 64 days ago. Bounce back needed after short break.
7 JUJUBELLA (IRE) (19) 316500 CD
78
4 9-6 (7)
B f Too Darn Hot - Nourah (IRE) Oisin Orr Oakleaf Racing Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
Br Ahmed Aldubaili Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW WOn 3 times here beteen January and March. Also successful on turf at Haydock in July Below par since, including here, but starting toi look well handiacapped again. TFRHHHII BHA72
TIMEFORM VIEW Eighteen runs since last win in 2023 18/1, creditable sixth of 13 in handicap at Chelmsford(1 1/4m) 15 days ago, met some trouble. Makes tapeta debut TFRHHHII BHA72
9
SEA
LEGEND
(FR) (29) 400005 CD
Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Dame du Roi (IRE)
Whitestonecliffe Racing Partnership
Br Mr E. Puerari & SC Ecurie Ades-Hazan
9-6 (4)
Paul Mulrennan
Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Jim Goldie Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Bit below when form fifth of 9 in handicap (10/1) at Ayr (1m, good to soft) 29 days ago, not ideally placed Back up in trip
10 IT’S A LOVE THING (GB) (13) 062600 CD
B g Intrinsic - Lady Kyllar
Duke of Appletreewick
Br Malih L. Al Basti
HHHII BHA72
Amie Waugh (3)
Sam England, Guiseley
Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins this year, including C&D, but recent efforts have been below par. TFRHHIII BHA70
11 FLICKERING HALO (IRE) (28) 020365 CD
Br g Dark Angel (IRE) - Regency Girl (IRE)
Mr M J. Macleod
Cam Hardie
Tim Easterby, Malton
Br Manister House Stud Baker Finch Interiors
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Bit below form when fifth of 13 in handicap (33/1) at Ayr (13f, soft) 28 days ago. Back down in trip TFRHHIII BHA69
12 HOSANNA POWER (IRE) (21) 466635 D 5 9-3 (12)
Ch g Frankel - Belle Josephine
King Power Racing Co Ltd
Br King Power Racing Co Ltd
Ben Robinson
Tim Easterby, Malton
King Power International Co Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2024. 11/2, last of 5 in handicap at this course (12.5f) 21 days ago but he was a respectable third over C&D prior to that TFRHHHII BHA69
13
CATHERINE’S GIFT (IRE) (29) 4-3405
Ch f Nathaniel (IRE) - Papelaine (IRE)
Mr Mohammed Jaber
Br SCEA Marmion, Skymarc & Nightchill LLC
3 8-10 (2)
George Wood
Harry Charlton, Beckhampton
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden Creditable fifth of 13 in handicap at Kempton (11f) 29 days ago. Makes tapeta debut. TFRHHHII BHA66
2024: CELTIC WARRIOR (IRE) 3 9 10 P J McDonald 100/30 (Andrew Balding) 12 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 11.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4.
Stewards Note:
LADY CHARTWELL: Following its run on 14/8/2025 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Niminy Piminy (FR), 9-2 Census (FR), 15-2 Catherine’s Gift (IRE), 12-1 Grecian Legacy (IRE), 14-1 Best Adventure (IRE), Inappropriate (IRE), Jujubella (IRE), 20-1 Hosanna Power (IRE), 22-1 Lady Chartwell (IRE), Nibras Angel (GB), Sea Legend (FR), Flickering Halo (IRE), 28-1 It’s A Love Thing (GB)
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ONE MILE, FOUR FURLONGS ABOUT 98 YARDS (1M 4F 98YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE HIGH GOSFORTH PARK GOLF CLUB HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund
£6200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J Goldie (58 wins from 501 runners, 12%) runs EDUCATE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Goldie (4 wins from 34 runners, 12%) runs EDUCATE LONGEST TRAVELLER: BIG WIN trained by H Charlton, Beckhampton, 313 miles.
STAR CAST can cement her positive start to her handicap career by gaining a first win here. If fellow low-mileage 3-y-o Big Win reacts well to first-time cheekpieces he may pose the chief threat ahead of last month’s Wolverhampton runner-up Bunker Bay. 1-2-3: 1.STAR CAST 2.BIG WIN (FR) 3.BUNKER BAY
(IRE)
1 BUNKER BAY (IRE) (45) 40/-4362
B g Australia - Alf Guineas (IRE)
Aiden Brookes (3)
The Golden Cuckoo Micky Hammond, Middleham
Br Sun Bloodstock SARL Micky Hammond Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWOff 4 months, good second of 10 at Wolverhampton (1 1/2m) 45 days ago, clear of rest Claims if in similar form TFRHHHHI BHA65
2 SWINGING LONDON (IRE) (27) 340043 CD 7 10-2 (7)
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Malka (FR)
Eventmasters Racing
Warren Fentiman (5)
John Mackie, Church Broughton
Br Zalim Bifov Eventmasters Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner Creditable third of 13 in handicap at Chester (14.5f, heavy, 18/1) 27 days ago. Ought to be competitive TFRHHHII BHA65
Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited Gemma Tutty Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Very good second of 8 in handicap (9/1) at Ayr (1 1/4m, heavy) 8 days ago. Back up in trip Has made a positive start to her handicap career and should go well TFRHHHHH BHA63 (+2)
4 EDUCATE (GB) (58) 601244 D
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Wordless (IRE)
4 9-8 (1)
Lauren Young (7)
K Jardine, R Griffiths Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Br Denford Stud Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFourth of 6 in handicap at Carlisle (11f, good to firm, 9/2) 58 days ago (final start for Pat Morris) Cheekpieces back on Starts out for good new yard off the mark he defied on AW in April. Has to enter calculations TFRHHHII BHA57
5 BIG WIN (FR) (18) 0553 BF
B g Galiway - Medical Kiss (FR)
Mr Mohammed Jaber
Br Select Bloodstock
3 9-5 (6)
George Wood
Harry Charlton, Beckhampton
TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced maiden Good third of 6 in handicap at Southwell (16.5f, 11/10) 18 days ago. Back down in trip Cheekpieces on first time Remains unexposed TFRHHHHI BHA60
6 BRUCE BANNER (IRE) (13) 131550 CD
3 9-4 (4)
B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Special Meaning Silvestre De Sousa
Mr James Adams Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br Glebeland Farm Partnership J. R. Adams (Newcastle) Limited, James Adams, Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning start for Rebecca Menzies over C&D in April but hasn’t built on that since.
7 BLUE SIAM (IRE) (8) 000-45
3 8-13 (5)
B f Blue Point (IRE) - Golden Temps (IRE) Oisin Orr
C. R. Hirst & M. Owen Hugo Palmer, Malpas
Br Ms Mary Gallagher Coral Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden Fifth of 7 in handicap at this course (1m) 8 days ago. Significantly up in trip Improvement will be needed.
TIMEFORMVIEW Won 8-runner C&D handicap under Hollie Doyle 22 days ago. That was his first win at the fifteenth attempt so doesn’t strike as an obvious one to follow up TFRHHHII BHA52
2024: SOMETHING 3 9 8 Paul Mulrennan 6/4 (Jedd O’Keefe) 12 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. Visor worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 7.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Star Cast (GB), 4-1 Big Win (FR), 9-2 Bunker Bay (IRE), 7-1 Cushty (IRE), 12-1 Swinging London (IRE), Educate (GB), Blue Siam (IRE), 20-1 Bruce Banner (IRE)
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STUART
THIRD RACE 6.00
SIX FURLONGS (6F) FOR TWO YRS OLD
THE HAPPY BIRTHDAY STUART FROM
PROBIO-ENERGY
NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): K R Burke (54 wins from 402 runners, 13%) runs ALASKAN LIGHT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K R Burke (7 wins from 43 runners, 16%) runs ALASKAN LIGHT LONGEST TRAVELLER: DUBLIN BAY trained by O Sangster, Marlborough, 295 miles.
There should be more to come from Leicester nursery debut scorer PULLTHE RUG who can make light of a 6lb rise Dublin Bay has failing to handle soft ground as a plausible excuse for a poor run at Salisbury and can bounce straight back and provide the chief threat ahead of recent Chelmsford runner-up Dandy’s Rocket
1
Gr f Havana Grey - Step Sister David Egan
Amo Racing Limited
Charlie Clover, Newmarket
Br Whitsbury Manor Stud Sports Invest UK Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Wolverhampton in April. First run since leaving Karl Burke when creditable sixth of 12 in nursery at Doncaster (6.5f, good, 12/1) 36 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA81
2 SIOUX PERFECT (IRE) (26) 640214 D
B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Perfecimperfection (IRE)
El Jefe
Br Shane & Michael O’Brien
Hollie Doyle
Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Archie Watson Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved since blinkered, springing a 33/1 surprise in valuable sales race at Newmarket in August then creditable fourth of 9 in conditions event in Sweden (7f, good) 26 days ago. Makes tapeta debut TFRHHHII BHA79
3 ROMEO MONTAGUE (GB) (34) 031 D
B g Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Shrara (IRE)
9-7 (8)
George Wood
Phil Cunningham Richard Spencer, Newmarket
Br Whatcote Farm Stud
Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced winner Won 11-runner maiden (11/8) at Lingfield (6f, AW) 34 days ago. Makes handicap debut Respected. TFRHHHHI BHA78
4 TEN CARAT HARRY (GB) (16) 013 D
B g Ardad (IRE) - Go On Mary (USA)
The Ten Club
9-6 (5)
William Carver
Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn
Br Ms Jessica Slack Jell Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 6f novice at Wolverhampton last month. Faded late when third in 7f Catterick novice since and now reverts to 6f for nursery debut TFRHHHII BHA77
TIMEFORMVIEWReady winner of first 2 nurseries. Shaped better than result when sixth of 19 at York Ebor meeting and possibly unsuited by soft ground when a disappointing favourite at Salisbury since Capable of bouncing back on AW debut
6 ALASKAN LIGHT (IRE) (22) 2010
B f Kodiac - Luminous Gold
HHHHI BHA74
(4)
Jack Nicholls (5) Nick Bradley Racing 5 & E Burke
K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Br Tally-Ho Stud Tattersalls
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of seller at Musselburgh in June 8/1, seventh of 8 in nursery at Pontefract (6f, soft) 22 days ago. Makes tapeta debut Needs improvement from this mark TFRHHIII BHA71
7 DANDY’S ROCKET (IRE) (15) 611402 D
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Top Class Angel (IRE)
FOSNIC RACING
Br Thompson Bloodstock & Scott Thompson
9-0 (6)
Alistair Rawlinson
Michael Appleby, Oakham
Trade Access Panels Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Won nurseries at Leicester (5f) and Southwell (6f) in the summer Back on the up when second of 9 in nursery at Chelmsford (7f) 15 days ago. TFRHHHHI BHA71
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising type 4/1, career best when winning 9-runner nursery at Leicester (6f, good) 25 days ago, well on top finish. A 6lb rise may not stop her with further progress likely TFRHHHHH BHA71
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Blinkers worn by No. 2.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Pull The Rug (IRE), 4-1 Romeo Montague (GB), 11-2 Sioux Perfect (IRE), 6-1 Dandy’s Rocket (IRE), 7-1 Dublin Bay (IRE), 10-1 Ten Carat Harry (GB), 14-1 Love Olivia (GB), 25-1 Alaskan Light (IRE)
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FOURTH RACE 6.30
ABOUT ONE MILE (8F ABT 5YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE
CENTRAL
- A DECADE RUNNING PURELY BELTA SELLING STAKES (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £7200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3072, 2nd £1536, 3rd £768, 4th £384. (Penalty Value £3888) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J Goldie (58 wins from 501 runners, 12%) runs ABDUCTION
LONGEST TRAVELLER: TEMPUS trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, 284 miles.
A trappy race LOOK BACK SMILING comes with risks attached but the return of headgear may see him get his head in front on first start in a seller Empirestateofmind arrives in good form and would be a threat to all if again able to dictate a small field, while Cephalus is a fairly useful all-weather performer at his best and has claims if revitalised by a drop in class 1-2-3:
1.LOOK BACK SMILING (IRE) 2.EMPIRESTATEOFMIND (IRE) 3.CEPHALUS
1 EMPIRESTATEOFMIND (IRE) (16) (£25000) 331521 D 7 10-8 (5)
B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Adore (Oasis Dream) Oisin Orr
Mr Ross Harmon John & Sean Quinn, Malton
Br The Kathryn Stud JJ Quinn Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWIn good form recently, winning two of last four starts in sellers and handicaps. Won a 4-runner seller at Musselburgh (1/3) 16 days ago, dictating before being shaken up 2f out and keeping on to make the most of a golden opportunity. Could get the run of the race again. TFRHHHHI BHA87
2 ABDUCTION (FR) (17) (£25000) 041000 D 7 10-3 (4)
B g Acclamation - Perfect Day (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE)) Shay Farmer (7) Dab Hand Racing Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Br Skymarch Farm Inc & Ecurie Des Charmes K.A.P
TIMEFORMVIEWWon a claimer at Chester in August (Empirestateofmind back in third) Best forgiven latest eighth of 9 in handicap at Ayr (12/1) 17 days ago, never involved having been poorly placed Ought to be competitive dropped into selling company. TFRHHHII BHA78
3 STANAGE (GB) (19) (£25000) 606006
B g Kingman - Helleborine (Observatory (USA))
Nick Bradley Racing 8 & Partner
4 10-3 (6)
Joanna Mason
Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Br Juddmonte Farms Ltd Tattersalls
TIMEFORMVIEWMade a winning reappearance at Doncaster (7f, good) in March but hasn’t progressed Small step back in the right direction when sixth of 13 at this C&D (8/1) 19 days ago struggling when hampered final furlong. Remains to be seen whether this quirky sort can build on that performance. TFRHHHII BHA78
4 TEMPUS (GB) (15) (£25000) 103300 CD
9 10-3 (2)
B g Kingman - Passage of Time (Dansili) Hollie Doyle
Mr A. M. B. Watson Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Br Juddmonte Farms Ltd Archie Watson Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWCreditable handicap form with two thirds in July but ran no sort of race on second start off a break, finishing last of 12 in handicap at Nottingham 15 days ago, folding tamely Has previous course and distance winning form and cannot be discounted in selling company with Hollie Doyle back aboard. TFRHHHII BHA80
5 CEPHALUS (GB) (14) (£25000) 063006 CD
B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Angels Wings (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE))
Mr Veljko Jovanovic
Br Highclere Stud & Jake Warren Ltd
6 9-12 (3)
Tom Queally
Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
KM Elite Products Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful all-weather performer at his best with 2 course/distance wins but winless since February. Out of sorts recently, never landed a blow when sixth at Southwell last time after a slow start. Respected on first run in a seller on the all-weather. TFRHHHHI BHA78
6
LOOK BACK SMILING (IRE)
(27) (£25000) 026434 C D5 9-7 (1)
Ch g Fast Company (IRE) - Portico (Pivotal)
Warren Fentiman (5) Nick Bradley Racing 21 & Partners Gemma Tutty, Northallerton
Br Coole House Farm Gemma Tutty Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWCourse winner isn’t the most straightforward but arrives in good heart, finished fourth of 12 in handicap at Ayr (4/1) 27 days ago, making late headway after being held up Return of headgear is a positive on first start in selling company and he’s one to consider under a good-value apprentice TFRHHHHH BHA77
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE DECLARED RUNNERS 6
Blinkers worn by No. 1, 4, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.
Stewards Note: STANAGE: Following its run on 28/9/2025 it was reported that the horse suffered interference.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2
Empirestateofmind (IRE), 4-1 Cephalus (GB), Look Back Smiling (IRE), 13-2 Tempus (GB), 7-1 Abduction (FR), 8-1 Stanage (GB)
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FIONA
FIFTH RACE 7.00
ABOUT ONE MILE (8F ABT 5YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE HAPPY BIRTHDAY FIONA FROM PROBIO-ENERGY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234) Weights lowered 3lb. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D O’Meara (60 wins from 457 runners, 13%) runs CRIMINAL SHORE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (5 wins from 51 runners, 10%) runs PALADIN
LONGEST TRAVELLER: MAN OF DESERT trained by C Dwyer, & ATLANTIC GAMBLE trained by W Knight, both Newmarket, 241 miles.
A case can be made for most of these, but ATLANTIC GAMBLE should appreciate the return to a flat track after struggling atGoodwood last time and he’stakento capitalise on a drop in class Mr Mistoffelees is on a long losing run but often goes well over this C&D and he may prove the main danger. Five-time course winner Urban Road was better than ever on the all-weather earlier this year and could be in the mix if the market suggests he’s ready to roll following a break
1 HEAVENLY HEATHER (GB) (15) 5
Ch f Shamardal (USA) - Right Direction (IRE)
Mr S. Rain
Amie Waugh (3)
Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor
Br Godolphin Swr Trading Limited, Probio Energy International Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWSurprise winner (200/1) here on All-Weather Championships Finals Day and ran right up to her best returned to this course this after break, finishing third in back-to-back 6f handicaps. Will need to improve for the step up 1m if she’s to resume winning ways. TFRHHIII BHA80
2 ATLANTIC GAMBLE (GB) (23) 053300 D 4 9-10 (7)
B g Lightning Spear - One Pixel Hollie Doyle
Badger’s Set
Br P. Winkworth
William Knight, Newmarket
William Knight Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWSolid form with two third-place finishes in summer handicaps, including a competitive Racing League event. Below form on two starts in better company last month (latterly at Goodwood) but makes appeal returning to a flat track in much calmer waters TFRHHHHH BHA79
3 MAN OF DESERT (GB) (85) 6-63040
4 9-9 (3)
B g Study of Man (IRE) - Desert Berry Silvestre De Sousa
Strawberry Fields Stud
Chris Dwyer, Newmarket
Br Strawberry Fields Stud Strawberry Fields Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort in handicaps when fourth in a 7-runner race at Yarmouth but finished last of 8 in handicap at Sandown over 10f (9/4) 85 days ago, not settling and left behind from 2f out. Can be competitive if recapturing his Yarmouth form following a break/gelding operation. TFRHHHII BHA78
4 PALADIN (IRE) (14) 156102 D
Ch g Justify (USA) - Golconda (FR)
4 9-9 (2)
Jack Mitchell
John Brown & Megan Dennis Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Br Mr Frank Fahy Johnston Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Won twice over 1m this season on turf Bounced back from a disappointing run at Redcar (when carrying head awkwardly) to run his best race when second of 13 in handicap at Southwell 14 days ago, losing no caste in defeat to progressive rival. Could be well positioned here and he’s one to consider. TFRHHHII BHA78
5 URBAN
ROAD
(GB) (202) 111234 CD
Ch g Monsieur Bond (IRE) - Normandy Maid
Mr S McMillan, Mr F Reay & Mr A D Brown
Br Mr D. D. Oakes
6 9-8 (6)
Barry McHugh
Alan Brown, Malton
TIMEFORM VIEW Five-time course winner completed a hat-trick at Wolverhampton in February and remained in fine heart subsequently, finishing fourth of 7 in handicap at Newcastle over 10f in March. Back down in trip and entitled to be in the mix if ready to roll on reappearance. TFRHHHII BHA77
6 MR MISTOFFELEES (IRE) (13) 50255
B g Siyouni (FR) - Jellicle Ball (IRE)
Oisin Orr
The Marina Partnership Sam England, Guiseley
Br Tony Weschsler & Ann Plummer Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWWinless since December 2022 but arrives in form, settled better on second start since blinkers refitted when fourth in a 1m handicap at Redcar earlier this month. Has a fine record (without winning) over this C&D and he should give another good account. TFRHHHHI BHA74
TIMEFORMVIEWHas shown fairly useful form on turf, running well when 4th at Doncaster in June. Fifth of 12 in handicap at Ayr (11/1) 27 days ago, slowly away and chance effectively ended at the start before making headway late on Worth another go over 1m but will need to break better from the stalls TFRHHHII BHA76
2024: BULLET POINT 3 9 8 Clifford Lee 5-4 (William Haggas) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Blinkers worn by No. 6. Visor worn by No. 5, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 3.
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SIXTH RACE 7.30
ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (7F ABT 14YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE MINI GOLF AT HIGH GOSFORTH PARK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £6200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J Goldie (58 wins from 501 runners, 12%) runs IGNAC LAMAR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (6 wins from 71 runners, 8%) runs MISSION IN MALTON LONGEST TRAVELLER: TEARDROPS trained by R Spencer, Newmarket, 241 miles.
Course scorer CORAMENTO just lost out to Ring Of Gold over C&D last time and is fancied to turn the tables on these 1lb more advantageous terms. Michael and David Easterby’s hat-trick seeker rates the main danger ahead of Woodrafff, Operation Gimcrack and One More Bottle.
1 IGNAC LAMAR (IRE) (16) 556450 D 5 9-9 (10)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Bratislava
Let’s Be Lucky Racing 35 & Adam Scott
Br John Grogan
Silvestre De Sousa
Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Jim Goldie Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Eighth of 12 in handicap (18/1) at Musselburgh (7.1f, soft) 16 days ago. More is required from 8lb higher now TFRHHIII BHA55
2 OPERATION GIMCRACK (IRE) (23) 202440 5 9-9 (13)
Ch g Showcasing - Folk Melody (IRE)
Mr P. Chettle and Mr B.Smart
Paul Mulrennan
Bryan Smart, Hambleton
Br Corduff Stud & T. J. Rooney Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Fair seventh of 12 in handicap at Redcar (7f, good, 17/2) 23 days ago. Looks competitive on form TFRHHHII BHA55
3 FILEY BEACH (IRE) (16) 041612 D
4 9-9 (1)
B g Profitable (IRE) - Pilates (IRE) David Nolan
Mr C Ward & Mr B Kirby
Br Mountarmstrong Stud
Ian McInnes, Catwick
TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable second of 12 in handicap at Musselburgh (7.1f, soft, 9/2) 16 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Ruth Carr and can give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA55
4 RING OF GOLD (GB) (22) 025611 CD
B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Pitter Patter
8 9-7 (9)
Joanna Mason
Laura Mason Syndicate Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Br Mr I. M. Emes & Mr John Benfield Stittenham Farms
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed 10-runner handicap (7/2) at this C&D 22 days ago by neck from Coramento, just holding on Up 2lb but can go well again in his hat-trick bid. TFRHHHHI BHA53
5 ONE MORE BOTTLE (GB) (3) 133342
4 9-6 (12)
B g Mukhadram - Lady Tabitha (IRE) Elizabeth Gale (5)
Mrs E. Quinlan Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland
Br Saxtead Livestock Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Winner at Ayr in July Blinkered for 1st time, creditable second of 9 in handicap at this course (8f, 15/2) 3 days ago. One to consider with headgear again fitted. TFRHHHII BHA52
6 WOODRAFFF (GB) (17) 140341 CD
9-6 (5)
B g Eqtidaar (IRE) - Musical Dream William Pyle (3)
Colin Dorman and Tommy Dorman
Br Savoch Oaks
Ruth Carr, Stillington
William Hill
TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 8-runner handicap at this C&D (11/4) 17 days ago. Not taken lightly in his current mood.
7 MADAME PLAINTIFF (IRE) (25) 504505 D
Br or Gr f Inns of Court (IRE) - Chiara Wells (IRE)
The Jocks And The Geordies II
Br Tiger Bloodstock & Tally-Ho Stud
TFRHHHHI BHA52
(4)
Barry McHugh
Alan Brown, Malton
Jolly Media Marketing
TIMEFORMVIEW Fifteen runs since last win in 2024 7/2, below-form fifth of 9 in handicap at Hamilton (8.3f, good to soft) 25 days ago, very slowly away Cheekpieces back on Others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA51
KEY Owner Breeding
Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
LANGHOLM (IRE) (16) 051555 D BF
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Pindrop
9 9-5 (3)
Rhys Elliott (5)
Dods Racing Club Michael Dods, Darlington
Br Yeomanstown Stud Denton Hall Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Catterick in August. Below-par fifth of 9 in handicap (9/4) at Catterick (6f, soft) 16 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter TFRHHIII BHA51
9 CORAMENTO (GB) (22) 134242 C BF
4 9-5 (6)
B g Portamento (IRE) - Coral Queen Oisin Orr
Mr Ray Craggs David Thompson, Darlington
Br Ray Craggs
TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner. Good neck second of 10 to Ring of Gold in handicap at this C&D (3/1) 22 days ago, just failing. Has to be taken seriously on 1lb better terms here. TFRHHHHH BHA51
10 YAAHOBBY (IRE) (190) 404600 CD
6 9-0 (8)
B g Kodiac - Nations Alexander (IRE) Cam Hardie
Mr Antony Brittain Antony Brittain, Warthill
Br Mountarmstrong Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner Sixteen runs since last win in 2024 Seventh of 9 in handicap (22/1) at this course (8f), slowly away Off 6 months. Must improve TFRHHIII BHA45
11 CABLE BEACH (GB) (144) 0600-00
4 9-0 (14)
B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Esteemable Andrew Elliott
T T Racing Tom Tate, Tadcaster
Br Mrs C. R. Philipson Tom Tate Racing, Tom Tate Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW 20/1, ninth of 11 in handicap at Redcar (7f, good to firm) Off 144 days with work to do TFRHHIII BHA44
12 SOLD OUT (GB) (17) 0006
B g Massaat (IRE) - Turanga Leela
Eventmasters Racing
3 8-12 (2)
Warren Fentiman (5)
John Mackie, Church Broughton
Br Eventmasters Eventmasters Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden 28/1, only sixth of 8 to Woodrafff in handicap at this C&D 17 days ago. Plenty to find on form TFRHHIII BHA46
13 MISSION IN MALTON (GB) (22) 434250
3 8-12 (11)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Margaret’s Mission (IRE) David Egan
Reality Partnerships IV Tim Easterby, Malton
Br St Albans Bloodstock LLP Easthorpe Hall Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 16 Flat runs Only ninth of 10 to Ring of Gold in handicap at this C&D (8/1) 22 days ago. Others are preferred. TFRHHIII BHA45
14 TEARDROPS (GB) (32) 000
3 8-12 (7)
B g Tasleet - Royal Blush George Wood Phil Cunningham Richard Spencer, Newmarket
Br D. R. Tucker Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden Hooded for 1st time, last of 9 in novice at Kempton (6f, 250/1) 32 days ago. Visor and tongue strap go on for his handicap debut now. TFRHHIII BHA42
2024: FRONT GUNNER 3 9 7 Tom Eaves 15/2 (Ann Duffield) 8 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Visor, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 14. Blinkers worn by No. 5, 13. Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 8. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 10.
Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Ring of Gold (GB), Coramento (GB), 13-2 Woodrafff (GB), 7-1 Langholm (IRE), 17-2 One More Bottle (GB), 9-1 Filey Beach (IRE), 12-1 Madame Plaintiff (IRE), 18-1 Operation Gimcrack (IRE), 22-1 Mission In Malton (GB), 28-1 Ignac Lamar (IRE), 40-1 Yaahobby (IRE), 50-1 Cable Beach (GB), Sold Out (GB), Teardrops (GB)
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ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (7F ABT 14YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE HAPPY BIRTHDAY PHIL FROM PROBIO-ENERGY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £7600 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3138, 2nd £1569, 3rd £784, 4th £392, 5th £196. (Penalty Value £3977.84) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Fahey (80 wins from 735 runners, 11%) runs BAMBALAM TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Fahey (4 wins from 53 runners, 8%) runs BAMBALAM LONGEST TRAVELLER: POLITICAL POWER trained by C Clover, Newmarket, 241 miles.
A tight-knit handicap in which marginal preference is for YAAJOOZ who looks primed for a bold showing on the back of a good C&D second Recent C&D winner Samra Star is next on the list, although Cusack, Bambalam, King’s School and Kirkdale all need factoring in too.
1 YAAJOOZ (IRE) (28) 202032
Br g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - My Dorris (IRE) Joanna Mason
Mr M. W. Easterby Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Br Mr C. D. Brennan Stittenham Farms
TIMEFORM VIEW Signalled he is ready to strike again when second of 7 in handicap (10/3) at this C&D 28 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time and a likely player
TFRHHHHH BHA75
2 BAMBALAM (FR) (13) 023-45 3 9-10 (9)
B g Persian King (IRE) - Robanne Oisin Orr Victorious Forever Richard Fahey, Malton
Br Haras D’Etreham & Riviera Equine
Richard Fahey Racing
TFRHHHII BHA75
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden Good fifth of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 11/1) 13 days ago. Shortlisted.
TIMEFORMVIEW3-time C&D winner Latest win here in August 13/2, respectable third of 9 in handicap at this C&D 19 days ago. Ought to be thereabouts.
4 KIRKDALE (IRE) (16) 521-450 D
TFRHHHII BHA73
3 9-7 (2)
B g Zelzal (FR) - Al Markhiya (IRE) Hollie Doyle Clarendon Thoroughbred Racing
Br Bec Bloodstock
Edward Bethell, Middleham
Tattersalls, Clarendon Thoroughbred Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Off 5 months before coming in eleventh of 12 in handicap at Catterick (7f, soft) 16 days ago. Visor on 1st time and handily weighted if it sparks a revival.
5 THE
CHILDE OF
HALE (GB) (29) 6-44410 D
TFRHHHII BHA72
3 9-7 (12)
B g Havana Grey - Dame Helen Silvestre De Sousa The Good Racing Company Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Doncaster in July 15/2, eighth of 10 in handicap at Ayr (8f, good to soft) 29 days ago. Enters calculations if shrugging off latest effort
6 SAMRA STAR (IRE) (13) 060061 CD
B f Magna Grecia (IRE) - Bint Samraan
Paul Corrigan & Natasha Corrigan
TFRHHHII BHA72
4 9-7 (11)
Andrew Breslin (3)
Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited McGoldrick’s Pool & Sports Bar
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained first success for current yard in 5-runner handicap at this C&D 13 days ago. Up 5lb but not taken lightly in her current mood.
7 LESSAY (IRE) (32) 560336 D
B g Churchill (IRE) - For Now (IRE)
Patrick Morris
Br Barouche Stud Ireland Ltd
TFRHHHHI BHA70
4 9-6 (7)
David Nolan
Patrick Morris, Prescot
TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable sixth of 10 in handicap (3/1) at Kempton (8f) 32 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Ed Dunlop and not ruled out in refitted cheekpieces. TFRHHHII BHA69
1-2-3: 1.YAAJOOZ (IRE) 2.SAMRA STAR (IRE) 3.CUSACK
TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time C&D winner who got back on track when second of 7 in handicap at this course (8f, 50/1) 21 days ago. Must enter calculations TFRHHHII BHA69
9
POLITICAL
POWER (IRE) (70) 001540
B g Wooded (IRE) - Orayda (IRE)
Amo Racing Limited
Br Mr Emir Albas
3 9-6 (5)
David Egan
Charlie Clover, Newmarket
Sports Invest UK Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Newmarket in June Last of 9 in handicap there (10f, good to firm, 9/1) 70 days ago, slowly away Back down in trip Others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA71
10 ANGEL OF ENGLAND (GB) (201) 60-2000
B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Poana (FR)
The Jocks And The Geordies II
Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited
4 9-3 (10)
Barry McHugh
Alan Brown, Malton
Jolly Media Marketing
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2023 Twentieth of 21 in handicap (18/1) at Doncaster (8f, good). Off 6 months with work to do TFRHHIII BHA66
11 SWISS ACE (GB) (151) 660030 CD
B g Kingman - Swiss Lake (USA)
Mrs Ruth A. Carr
Br Lordship Stud
7 9-3 (3)
Paul Mulrennan
Ruth Carr, Stillington
William Hill
TIMEFORMVIEW3-time C&D winner Twenty runs since last win in 2023. Seventh of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 13/2) 151 days ago. Can make presence felt at these weights if back on his A-game TFRHHHII BHA66
12
NEAPOLITAN
(FR) (77) 050050
B g Magna Grecia (IRE) - Silver Meadow (IRE)
4 8-11 (4)
Cam Hardie
Mr Antony Brittain Antony Brittain, Warthill
Br Team Hogdala AB
TIMEFORMVIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2023. 40/1, last of 13 in handicap at this C&D 77 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time now. TFRHHIII BHA60
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Visor worn first time by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1, 12.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 9, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 7, 8, 10.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 9. Stewards Note:
BAMBALAM: Following its run on 4/10/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
THE CHILDE OF HALE: Following its run on 18/9/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Yaajooz (IRE), 11-2 Samra Star (IRE), 8-1 Lessay (IRE), 17-2 King’s School (GB), 9-1 Cusack (GB), 11-1 Kirkdale (IRE), 12-1 Bambalam (FR), 16-1 The Childe of Hale (GB), 20-1 Swiss Ace (GB), 25-1 Political Power (IRE), 33-1 Angel of England (GB), 50-1 Neapolitan (FR)
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ABOUT ONE MILE (8F ABT 5YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE ARC £1MILLION BONUS BIGGER THAN EVER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £6200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320, 5th £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): I Jardine (51 wins from 562 runners, 9%) runs SECOND FIDDLE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Macey (4 wins from 10 runners, 40%) runs MERCURIUS POWER LONGEST TRAVELLER: TASEVER trained by P Morris, Prescot, 173 miles.
SECOND FIDDLE has been completely transformed since joining the Jardine yard, winning all four starts including three wins over this course and distance, the latest a very easy success just three days ago She’s fancied to defy a penalty and land the 5-timer, though Electric Avenue has bounced right back to form at Newcastle of late and rates a danger Recent course runner-up Tees George is hit and miss but has claims if on a going day.
1.SECOND FIDDLE (IRE) 2.ELECTRIC AVENUE 3.TEES GEORGE
1 TASEVER (GB) (36) 206040 CD
B g Tasleet - Forever Excel (IRE)
Pat Morris and Clear Cut Racing
David Nolan
Patrick Morris, Prescot
Br Wayne Clifford Mymortgagetracker.Com
TIMEFORMVIEW Four-time Newcastle winner but seventh of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (9/2) 36 days ago, failing to build on the promise of last run. Likely to be well-positioned if this is steadily run and not totally ruled out from below last winning mark. TFRHHHII BHA65
2 ELECTRIC AVENUE (GB) (22) 056642 CD 5 9-7 (6)
B m Outstrip - School Fees
Making Headway Racing
Br Benjamin Newton & Graycroft Farms
David Egan
Ivan Furtado, Wiseton
Making Headway Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWBack to form on two most recent starts here, 2nd of 7 over C&D making late progress and only beaten by in-form rival. May not get such a strong pace this time but remains one of the likelier winners in the field TFRHHHHI BHA63
3 MERCURIUS POWER (IRE) (17) 0-20603 CD 7 9-5 (3)
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Dame Hester (IRE)
George Wood
Mr Tony Hession Jessica Macey, Doncaster
Br Dame Hester Partnership
TIMEFORMVIEWSix-time winner (including twice at this course) who finished third of 8 in handicap at this C&D (6/1) 17 days ago, showing improved form after being dropped to last winning mark Should remain competitive off 1lb lower in a similar event. TFRHHHII BHA61
4 BARLEYBROWN (GB) (17) 265404 CD BF 5 9-4 (2)
B g Zoustar (AUS) - Shozita Hollie Doyle
Mr Sean Barley Ruth Carr, Stillington
Br Mr Oliver Pawle
William Hill
TIMEFORMVIEW Four-time course and distance winner isn’t the most straightforward and was unable to justify strong support when he finished fourth of 8 in handicap at this course and distance (3/1) 17 days ago. Could be competitive at this venue with Hollie Doyle again in the saddle TFRHHHII BHA60
5 TEES GEORGE (GB) (17) 002520 C D 5 9-4 (1)
B g Outstrip - Mistress Twister
Ingleby Bloodstock Limited
Br Ingleby Bloodstock Ltd
Jack Nicholls (5)
Adrian Nicholls, Sessay
Adrian Nicholls Racing, Scott Bros Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWReturned to form when second over C&D but couldn’t back that up when finishing seventh of 8 in handicap at this C&D (9/2) 17 days ago. Isn’t the most consistent but has the form to be in the mix if on a going day. TFRHHHII BHA60
6 SHE’S GOT BOTTLE (GB) (16) 20-0060 D 6 9-3 (8)
B m Lethal Force (IRE) - Lady Tabitha (IRE)
Paul Mulrennan Bolton Mill Racing II Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland
Br Saxtead Livestock Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Out of sorts, finished last of 12 at Catterick (50/1) 16 days ago, lost place early in straight Wears cheekpieces for the first time but has plenty to prove TFRHIIII BHA59
7 SECOND FIDDLE (IRE) (3) 001111 CD
B m Fulbright - Somedaysrdiamonds Aiden Brookes (3)
(4)
Miss Valerie Renwick & Mr Kevin Kerr Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Br Mr Donal Boylan
Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWCompletely transformed since joining Jardine yard, winning all four starts (three over C&D) after showing little form previously Travelled strongly and
1-2-3:
KEY Owner Breeding
Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8 VECCHIO (IRE) (18) 600000
B g Caravaggio (USA) - Private Paradise (IRE)
Amphitheatre Racing Limited
Br Ben Sangster Bloodstock
Cam Hardie
Scott Dixon, Rolleston
TIMEFORMVIEWRemains a maiden after 23 starts and seventh of 14 in handicap at Southwell (66/1) 18 days ago, making laboured headway late after racing off the pace Difficult to make a strong case for from out of the handicap. TFRHHIII BHA42
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 7.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
Stewards Note:
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
VECCHIO: Following its run on 29/9/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Second Fiddle (IRE), 3-1 Electric Avenue (GB), 7-1 Barleybrown (GB), 8-1 Tees George (GB), 9-1 Mercurius Power (IRE), 12-1 Tasever (GB), 25-1 Vecchio (IRE), 40-1 She’s Got Bottle (GB)
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Unless otherwise instructed, all customers and staff will be evacuated to the race rail clear of all buildings and cars and not allowed to access car parks or move vehicles. This is for public safety and to allow emergency services such as the fire brigade to attend as quickly as possible In the event of the evacuation being averted or it is clear for the public to return to the public buildings a further public announcement will be made. If no instructions are given owing to failure of the public address the public should assemble as follows:
a) Premier Enclosure - centre of the course via the horsegate adjacent to the parade ring
b) Grandstand and Paddock Enclosure - lawn area at the east end of the enclosure.
Upon discovery of a fire you should advise one of the Racecourse or Security Staff who will take the appropriate action. At all times the management and racecourse staff will endeavour to keep the public informed Your co-operation for your safety is appreciated.
Laptops, Notebooks and Computing Devices
You are not permitted to use any device whilst on the Racecourse to communicate with anyone outside the Racecourse for the purpose of or in connection with any betting and you will be asked to remove such equipment from the racecourse.
Photography
Racegoers please note it is not permitted to take photographs on racecourses except within the areas normally open to the public Amateur photographers must ensure that they do not intrude upon areas used by professional photographers Flash photography is not permitted in any circumstances.
Recording Racing Images & Sound
You are not permitted to record either directly, or via a TV screen, any images or commentary of any racing, even if it is for personal use
Safety and Comfort
In the interests of safety, and for the comfort of others, racegoers will not be permitted to take glasses outside the bar areas and other serving points. All drinks need to be put into plastic receptacles before exiting the bar areas Racegoers are also reminded that they are not permitted to bring alcohol into the Racecourse No dogs are allowed on the Racecourse or into the enclosures with the exception of guide dogs.
RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 4.55 - THE BORDER MINSTREL SUNDAY LUNCH HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 15th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after October 4th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The Border Minstrel Pub 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 23 entries at £50. - Closed October 11th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 5.30 - THE HIGH GOSFORTH PARK GOLF CLUB HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3245 to the winning horse The second to receive £1522, the third £760, the fourth £380 and the fifth £189. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £31 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £25 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 15th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after October 4th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. High Gosforth Park Golf Club 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 12 entries, 1 at £6 and 11 at £31. - Closed October 11th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS
SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 6.00 - THE HAPPY BIRTHDAY STUART FROM PROBIO-ENERGY NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for two yrs old only, Rated 0-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, October 11th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 15th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after October 4th, 2025, for each race won 6lb. Probio Energy 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 14 entries at £50. - Closed October 11th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS
SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 6.30 - THE CENTRAL - A DECADE RUNNING PURELY BELTA SELLING STAKES
(CLASS 5)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3888 to the winning horse The second to receive £1825, the third £912 and the fourth £456. for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, October 11th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 15th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb Penalties, after April 30th, 2024, for each race won 5lb. The winner to be sold by auction in accordance with the Rules of Racing for £8000 Advertised Claiming Price of any other horse starting £25000. Central 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 A commission of 10% (plus V.A.T.) of the selling price will be payable to the Racecourse by the Owner of the horse at the time of sale. The claiming price of each horse will be subject to an additional 10% Premium (plus V.A.T.) payable to the Racecourse, split equally between the Buyer and the Owner, and both the selling price and the advertised claiming price will be subject to V.A.T., where applicable. The post race auction of the winner will be conducted in POUNDS. 12 entries at £36. - Closed October 11th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3072; Second £1536; Third £768; Fourth £384. (Penalty Value £3888) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 7.00 - THE HAPPY BIRTHDAY FIONA FROM PROBIO-ENERGY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 15th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after October 4th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Probio Energy 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 24 entries at £50. - Closed October 11th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) Weights lowered 3lb. SS
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 7.30 - THE MINI GOLF AT HIGH GOSFORTH PARK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3245 to the winning horse The second to receive £1522, the third £760, the fourth £380 and the fifth £189. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £31 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £25 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 15th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st; 3-y-o 8st 12lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 3-y-o 9st 7lb Penalties, after October 4th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. High Gosforth Park Golf Club 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 20 entries at £31. - Closed October 11th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 8.00 - THE HAPPY BIRTHDAY PHIL FROM PROBIO-ENERGY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3977 to the winning horse The second to receive £1866, the third £932, the fourth £466 and the fifth £232. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below). £38 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 15th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after October 4th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Probio Energy 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 20 entries 20 at £38. - Closed October 11th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3138; Second £1569; Third £784; Fourth £392; Fifth £196. (Penalty Value £3977.84) SS
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Eighth Race 8.30 - THE ARC £1MILLION BONUS BIGGER THAN EVER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3245 to the winning horse The second to receive £1522, the third £760, the fourth £380 and the fifth £189. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £31 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £25 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 15th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after October 4th, 2025, 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 11 entries, 2 at £6 and 9 at £31. - Closed October 11th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS
