FIRST RACE 4.33
ONE MILE, TWO FURLONGS ABOUT 42 YARDS (1M 2F 42YDS) 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): I Jardine (47 wins from 554 runners, 8%) runs THAT LUCAS FELLA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): B Ellison (4 wins from 37 runners, 11%) runs GRIZZIEBLANCA LONGEST TRAVELLER: DUFFUS CASTLE trained by P McBride, Newmarket, 241 miles.
THAT LUCAS FELLA nearly got off the mark when third over C&D 21 days ago and a change of headgear may see him get his head in front in a similar contest. Duffus Castle improved to win at Wolverhampton last time and could prove the main danger if seeing out this longer trip. Russian Virtue returned to form when third here recently and both his Flat wins have come at this track, while it’ll be interesting to see if there is any market confidence behind Grizzieblanca on stable debut
colours no horse age st lb Draw
1 RUSSIAN VIRTUE (GB) (21) 4-0
B g Toronado (IRE) - Russian Rhapsody
Sean Kirrane
Tony Livingston & Graeme McGregor David Thompson, Darlington Br Derek R. Price
TIMEFORMVIEW2 wins over this C&D. Third of 9 in handicap at this C&D (17/2) 21 days ago, returning to form after running poorly when last seen Cheekpieces back on and has proven track record at this venue. Should be competitive once again. TFRHHHHI BHA55
2 CLOUD FREE (IRE) (46) 600043
Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Fresnay
Mrs Allison Stamper
Br Grundy Bloodstock SRL
4 9-4 (2)
Tom Kiely-Marshall (5)
Barry Murtagh, Carlisle
TIMEFORMVIEW Poor form in handicaps this year Third of 5 in handicap at Carlisle (14/1) 46 days ago when held up and merely plugged on First-time hood now tried but still has a bit to find on bare form TFRHHIII BHA50
3 TORONTO RAPTOR (FR) (16) 053066
B g Zoffany (IRE) - Grey Lina (USA)
Foulrice Park Racing Limited
4 9-4 (1)
Billy Garritty
Liam Bailey, Middleham
Br Marbat LLC Show Business Interiors Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden whose best form came at Pontefract (third of 8 in June) Lase seen finishing sixth of 8 in handicap at Hamilton (33/1) 16 days ago showing more than previous runs. Not ruled out in a change of headgear off a career-low mark. TFRHHHII BHA50
4 MUHIB (GB) (53) 406000
B g Too Darn Hot - Hameem
4 9-3 (5)
Jack Mitchell
Mr David L. Bayliss Olly Williams, Market Rasen
Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Showed modest form in the spring but recent efforts have been poor, finishing last of 8 in a handicap at Yarmouth (14/1) 53 days ago. Cheekpieces removed today and arrives with something to prove TFRHHIII BHA49
5 GRIZZIEBLANCA (IRE) (118) 060041
B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Juste Pour Moi (IRE)
Nick Bradley Racing 17 and Partner
Br Castlefarm Stud
3 9-2 (8)
Ben Robinson
Brian Ellison, Malton
Brian Ellison Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWBest effort on final start for Karl Burke, winning a 4-runner handicap at Catterick over 12f (12/1) in May, beating a Sir Mark Prescott improver with under a well-judge ride In the mix if in similar form on first run for new stable TFRHHHII BHA53
6 THAT LUCAS FELLA (IRE) (21) 022403
B g Territories (IRE) - Orpha Rowan Scott
Mr A. Branniff Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Br Ms Arlene Shine Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWPerforms best at 9-10f with runner-up efforts at Wolverhampton (AW) and Carlisle in May. Career-best when third of 9 in handicap at this C&D (8/1) 21 days ago in first-time cheekpieces, the closest he’s ever come to winning Could get
7 DUFFUS CASTLE (GB) (13) 000451
9-0 (3)
B g Adaay (IRE) - Camelopardalis P. J. McDonald
Mr C Massie & Mr PJ Mcbride Philip McBride, Newmarket
Br Miss D. F. Fleming Tote TIMEFORMVIEWStrongformforgradewhenfifthof 14in classifiedeventatBrightonpriortowinningan11-runner 8.6fhandicapatWolverhampton (13/2) 13 days ago, producing a career-best effort Should be in the
1-2-3: 1.THAT LUCAS FELLA (IRE) 2.DUFFUS CASTLE 3.RUSSIAN VIRTUE
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
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HEARTENED (IRE) (25) 503043
B f Camacho - Duna (GER)
YorLinc Racing
3 8-11 (7)
Cam Hardie
Ollie Pears, Malton
Br Kildaragh Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden arrives in form, ran well finishing third of 10 in conditions race at Ripon (20/1) 25 days ago when not settling fully but keeping on after challenging Could be competitive back in a handicap. Engaged 3.22 Pontefract Thursday TFRHHHII BHA48
9 MISS RAINCLOUD (IRE) (21) 50-0000
Gr f Too Darn Hot - Elshaadin
Mr S. Rain
3 8-10 (4)
Kieran O’Neill
Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Swr Trading Limited, Probio Energy International Limited TIMEFORM VIEW No success at various trips, finished last of 14 in AW handicap at this course (66/1) 21 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA47
10 BOVEY BELLE (GB) (24) 035500
B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Soala (IRE)
3 8-9 (9)
Rhys Elliott (5)
David Bayliss Olly Williams Olly Williams, Market Rasen
Br D. J. and Mrs Deer Olly Williams Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to show any ability in seven starts, tailed off when last of 7 at Ripon (200/1) over 16f 24 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA34
2024: THE BOBSTER (IRE) 3 9 8 Oisin Orr 5-2 (Richard Fahey) 10 ran
Hood worn first time by No. 2. Blinkers worn first time by No 3, 6. Blinkers worn by No. 7, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 8.
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 That Lucas Fella (IRE), 9-2 Russian Virtue (GB), 5-1 Duffus Castle (GB), 6-1 Grizzieblanca (IRE), 8-1 Toronto Raptor (FR), 10-1 Heartened (IRE), 16-1 Muhib (GB), 22-1 Cloud Free (IRE), 100-1 Miss Raincloud (IRE), Bovey Belle (GB)
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SECOND RACE 5.08
TWO MILES ABOUT 56 YARDS (2M AND 56 YARDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE
ARDOR
BULL RUN 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)
Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): B Ellison (42 wins from 462 runners, 9%) runs QUEEN ROSLYN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): B Ellison (4 wins from 37 runners, 11%) runs QUEEN ROSLYN LONGEST TRAVELLER: PARISH RECORD trained by D Whillans, Hawick, 112 miles.
A fourth C&D success could be on the cards for QUERCUS ROBUR, who registered his third when returning from a break last week and he remains feasibly treated under a penalty. Lillistar went close at Ripon last month and is feared most ahead of Star of Markinch.
1-2-3: 1.QUERCUS ROBUR 2.LILLISTAR 3.STAR OF MARKINCH (IRE)
Br g Camelot - Wood Fairy Cam Hardie
Molly and Paul Willis Adam Nicol, Seahouses
Br Worksop Manor Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Notched third C&D success when winning 12-runner C&D handicap 8 days ago, belying odds of 28/1 in the process. Obvious claims under a penalty TFRHHHHH BHA52 (+5)
2 QUEEN ROSLYN (GB) (29) 0/6-6010
B f Postponed (IRE) - Sophie Gray (IRE) Ben Robinson
Mr Kristian Strangeway Brian Ellison, Malton
Br Kristian Strangeway
Brian Ellison Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Beverley in July Respectable seventh of 14 in handicap (40/1) at this C&D 29 days ago, slowly away Looks vulnerable TFRHHIII BHA50
3 PARISH RECORD (IRE) (49) 550665
4 9-6 (3)
B f Parish Hall (IRE) - Ploughland (IRE) P. J. McDonald
Mrs H. M. Whillans Donald Whillans, Hawick
Br J. S. Bolger
TIMEFORM VIEW Tongue strap on for 1st time, bit below form fifth of 12 in minor event (18/1) at this course (10.2f) 49 days ago, unsuited by drop in trip Significantly up in trip and she may again find one or two too good TFRHHIII BHA47
4 LILLISTAR (GB) (24) 000-652
5 9-5 (5)
Gr m Zoustar (AUS) - Langlauf (USA) Aiden Brookes (3)
Mr John Sidebottom & Mrs Kate Sidebottom Micky Hammond, Middleham
Br T Bloom
TIMEFORM VIEW Good second of 7 in handicap at Ripon (16f, good to firm, 14/1) 24 days ago. Reproduction of that effort would put her firmly in the picture. TFRHHHHI BHA46
5 TEAM ENDEAVOUR (GB) (24) 004266 D
B g Bated Breath - Olympic Medal
6 9-4 (6)
Tom Kiely-Marshall (5)
Mrs Allison Stamper Barry Murtagh, Carlisle
Br Trebles Holford Farm Thoroughbreds
TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2023. 22/1, sixth of 7 in handicap at Ripon (16f, good to firm) 24 days ago. Has work to do TFRHHIII BHA45
6 STAR OF MARKINCH (IRE) (24) 400552
B m Watar (IRE) - Gibboghstown (IRE)
9 9-4 (2)
Rhys Elliott (5)
Mr Richard Chapman Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh
Br Dermot Day David Merry Farrier
TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on for 1st time, good second of 5 in handicap at Musselburgh (12.5f, good to firm, 40/1) 24 days ago, slowly away Couldn’t rule out.
2024: DIFFERENT DRUM 3 8 12 Dylan Hogan 15-2 (Louise Allan) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1. Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Quercus Robur (GB), 5-2 Lillistar (GB), 4-1 Star of Markinch (IRE), 10-1 Queen Roslyn (GB), 12-1 Parish Record (IRE), 14-1 Team Endeavour (GB)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
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THIRD RACE 5.44
SIX FURLONGS (6F) FOR MAIDEN TWO YRS OLD FILLIES
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RESTRICTEDMAIDENFILLIES’STAKES(CLASS5)(FORHORSESINBANDSCANDD)(GBBRACE)
Total prize fund £6800 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2902, 2nd £1450, 3rd £726, 4th £362. (Penalty Value £3672) SS
RACE STATS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D O’Meara (63 wins from 453 runners, 14%) runs TEN SIXTY SIX TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (11 wins from 98 runners, 11%) runs STORM ESME LONGEST TRAVELLER: CLEMENTINES STAR trained by D & C Kubler, Lambourn, 285 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
STARTLED LADY was arguably unlucky not to land a similar event at Southwell earlier this season and should be suited by the drop back to 6f having been too keen over 7f last time She’s taken to get off the mark at the expense ofTen Sixty Six who has shaped with promise in 7f maidens (form has taken a few knocks) but could be seen to even better effect over a sprint trip, while Gwen’s Girl finished runner-up on her debut at Carlisle 10 days ago and is entitled to improve.
1
B f A’Ali (IRE) - Polight Jonny Peate Aly A’Ali Partnership James Ferguson, Newmarket Br Mill Farm Bloodstock James Ferguson Racing TIMEFORMVIEW A’ali filly showed more than on debut when fourth of 11 in maiden at Lingfield (6f, AW) 16 days ago but would need to take another step forward to get off the mark here TFRHHHII BHA-
2 CLEMENTINES STAR (GB)
(-)
B f A’Ali (IRE) - Blue Geranium (IRE)
Star Racing Club Limited
Br Miss K. J. Keir
9-2 (10)
Jack Mitchell
Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn
The Injured Jockey Fund
TIMEFORMVIEW£32,000 yearling, A’ali filly. Half-sister to 5f-7f winner Electric Blue and useful winner up to 1m Lawful Command Dam 1m winner Wears hood for debut and newcomers from this yard typically need their first outing TFRHHIII BHA-
3 COTAI STARLIGHT (IRE) (-)
Ch f Cotai Glory - Clef
9-2 (2)
George Downing
Mr Chi Un Fred Ma Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
Br Ma Chi Un Fred ABM Catering Facilities Management
TIMEFORMVIEWCotai Glory filly Sister to 3 winners, including useful winner up to 7f Key To Cotai and 6f winner Cotai Pearl. Dam, 2-y-o 5f-7f winner In good hands and bred to make an impact as a juvenile One to monitor in the betting. TFRHHHHI BHA-
4 STORM ESME (GB) (-)
Br f Palace Pier - Fen Breeze
9-2 (7)
Sean Kirrane Valmont, Obank & Partners
Tim Easterby, Malton
Br Pantile Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW32,000 gns yearling, Palace Pier filly Half-sister to useful winner up to 6f Townsend Manor and 1m winner Marry The Night Dam 6f winner Makes some appeal on paper but yard have a modest strike-rate with juvenile newcomers. TFRHHIII BHA-
5
THORNABY ANNIE (IRE) (10) 03
Ch f Galileo Gold - Vardiyna (FR)
Ingleby Boodstock & The Fallen Angels
Br Tally-Ho Stud
9-2 (5)
Harrison Shaw
Adrian Nicholls, Sessay
Scott Bros Ltd, Adrian Nicholls Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed more than on debut when third of 10 in a thin novice at Carlisle (5.8f, soft, 66/1) 10 days ago. Shapes as though she’ll stay further than this and may have better prospects down the line TFRHHHII BHA-
6 ALL GOOD (GB) (-) (2lb)
B f Tasleet - Mythical Spirit (IRE)
Miss Julie Camacho
Br Steve Brown
9-0 (8)
Ryan Sexton
Julie Camacho, Malton
David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Tasleet filly Dam 5f/6f winner Debutante is likely one for the longer-term unless the market suggests otherwise. TFRHHIII BHA-
7 CONTROL ROOM (GB) (16) (2lb) 6
Gr f Land Force (IRE) - Call Sign Charlie (IRE)
Winners Circle Racing
9-0 (6)
Cam Hardie
Robert Cowell, Newmarket
Br Simon Balding Al Basti Equiworld
TIMEFORMVIEWInexpensive purchase but showed a bit when sixth of 11 in maiden at Lingfield (6f, AW, 50/1) on debut 16 days ago, not knocked about. Worth a check to see if she features more prominently in the better here but is probably one for nurseries. TFRHHHII BHA-
GIRL
KEY Owner Breeding
Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
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GWEN’S GIRL (GB) (10) (2lb) 2
Br f Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Queen Gwendolen
E Holmes, M Graham and Partner
Br Angela Bennett & Whitsbury Manor Stud
9-0 (12)
Ben Robinson
Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
TIMEFORMVIEW Sergei Prokofiev filly was a cheap purchase given her pedigree and showed promise when runner-up at Carlistle (5.8f, soft) on debut 10 days ago, no match for potentially useful, more-experienced winner That form puts her in the mix on all-weather debut. TFRHHHHI BHA-
9 MERESIDE PRINCESS (IRE)
(-) (2lb)
Br or Gr f Cotai Glory - Dark Seductress (IRE)
Mereside Racing Limited & partner
Br Old Carhue Stud & Martin Mchale
9-0 (13)
Billy Garritty
David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk
Kingston Thermal Ltd.
TIMEFORM VIEW €4,000 yearling, Cotai Glory filly Half-sister to 7f winner Manaslu and 1 1/4m winner Diamine Dam maiden half-sister to useful winner up to 11f Menhoubah. Probably one for the future TFRHHIII BHA-
10 STARTLED
LADY
(GB) (26) (2lb) 0230
B f Zoustar (AUS) - Terrify (IRE)
9-0 (11)
Jefferson Smith
Jonny Allison & Rathmoy Racing V William Knight, Newmarket
Br The Terrify Partnership William Knight Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWArguably unlucky not to get off the mark in an all-weather maiden in July and backed that up when a close third at Windsor later that month. Too free over 7f at Yarmouth last time but drop back to 6f should help in that regard. Looks one of the likelier winners on return to the all-weather. TFRHHHHH BHA67
11 SWEET ECHO
(GB) (39) (2lb) 4 9-0 (3)
B f A’Ali (IRE) - Camelopardalis
Star Partnership
Br Miss D. F. Fleming
Paddy Bradley
Philip McBride, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEWHas a pedigree of contrasts but showed ability at huge odds when 150/1, fourth of 12 in novice at Windsor (6f, good to firm) on debut 39 days ago, ran green and made late headway. Entitled to do better second time up TFRHHHII BHA-
12 TEN SIXTY SIX (IRE) (25) (2lb) 223 BF
B f Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Zabeel Park (USA)
9-0 (4)
Cian Horgan (5)
Mr Chris Napthine David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Br Mr C. Geoghegan GAIN Equine Nutrition
TIMEFORMVIEWWell-bred Ten Sovereigns filly went like the best horse at the weights when narrowly beaten by an improver at Beverley (7.5f) last month. Again travelled well when third at Chepstow (7.1f) the following day. Shapes as though drop to 6f could suit and merits plenty of respect on all-weather debut. TFRHHHHI BHA69
13 ZARINCA
(GB)
(-) (2lb)
9-0 (9)
B f Expert Eye - Plucky P. J. McDonald
Mr P. R. C. Morrison
Edward Bethell, Middleham
Br East Layton Stud Ltd Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWExpert Eye filly. Half-sister to several winners, including 6f-7f winner Mountain Brave and 6f-1m winner Plucky Dip, both useful Dam 7f winner From a capable yard (successful with a newcomer at Beverley on Tuesday) and she’s worth monitoring for support on debut TFRHHHII BHA-
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Hood worn first time by No. 2.
Stewards Note:
CONTROL ROOM: Following its run on 3/9/2025 it was reported that the horse ran green.
SWEET ECHO: Following its run on 11/8/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Ten Sixty Six (IRE), 11-2 Gwen’s Girl (GB), 13-2 Startled Lady (GB), 9-1 Cotai Starlight (IRE), 10-1 Zarinca (GB), 12-1 Aly A’Ali (GB), 14-1 Thornaby Annie (IRE), 16-1 Sweet Echo (GB), 25-1 Clementines Star (GB), Control Room (GB), 33-1 Storm Esme (GB), All Good (GB), 40-1 Mereside Princess (IRE)
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FOURTH RACE 6.15
ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (7F ABT 14YDS) FOR MAIDEN THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE BORDER MINSTREL
MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)
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): A Balding (47 wins from 178 runners, 26%) runs THAISA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (12 wins from 69 runners, 17%) runs THAISA
LONGEST TRAVELLER: THAISA trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, 303 miles.
GREAT DREAM has improved with each start to date and with his latest fourth in a warm-looking handicap at Southwell unlikely to prove his limit, he’s strongly fancied to open his account back in maiden company. Thaisa has been off the track since making an encouraging return at Haydock in May but retains potential all the same
1
B c Mehmas (IRE) - Dubka Rowan Scott
Amo Racing Limited Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket
Br Southcourt Stud Sports Invest UK Ltd, KPF Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Mehmas colt who showed more than first-time up when third of 9 in 7f novice at Kempton 23 days ago. Likely to go on improving. TFRHHHII BHA-
2 GREAT DREAM (GB) (17) 0-344
3 9-7 (2)
B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Banna Jack Mitchell
Abdulla Belhabb Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Has improved with each run, finishing fourth of 11 in a warm-looking handicap at Southwell (8.1f) 17 days ago. That unlikely to prove his limit and he has leading claims back in maiden company TFRHHHHH BHA78
3 POTOMAC RIVER (GB) (34) 52
Ch c Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Tingleo
3 9-7 (6)
Ray Dawson
Mr Mohammed Al Suboosi T. J. Kent, Newmarket
Br Cammidge Bloodstock
TIMEFORMVIEW Improved a little on debut form in a first-time tongue strap when second of 9 in novice (5/1) at Doncaster (7f, firm) 34 days ago, no match for winner Needs more here, however. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 THE GRAND (IRE) (33) 0
3 9-7 (1)
Gr g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Marigold Hotel (IRE) Grace McEntee
Mr J. Butler John Butler, Newmarket
Br Newtown Anner Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Sent off 80/1 and offered little when last of 13 in novice at Southwell (8.1f) on debut 33 days ago, slowly away TFRHIIII BHA-
5 NANYUKI (IRE) (-)
3 9-2 (3)
B f Acclamation - Lady Mona (IRE) David Nolan
Mr T. S. Ingham & Mrs Liz Ingham Ann Duffield, Leyburn
Br Forenaghts Stud Farm Sims Suzuki
TIMEFORM VIEW €45,000 yearling, Acclamation filly Half-sister to 1 1/4m winner Dolce Far Niente Stable not known for winning newcomers and likely best watched. TFRHHIII BHA-
6 THAISA (GB) (120) 30-3
3 9-2 (5)
B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Tiana P. J. McDonald
Mrs F. Denniff Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Br A. S. Denniff & Makabi Investments Uc
TIMEFORMVIEWShaped well when a close third on debut at Kempton (1m) last November Shade disappointing over 7f at the same track the following month but made an encouraging return in a first-time hood when third in 6-runner novice at Haydock (7f) in May. Off a further 4 months but retains potential nonetheless. TFRHHHHI BHA75
2024: TASDEED (FR) 3 9 7 William Cox 18-1 (Dominic Ffrench Davis) 12 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Hood worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.
Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Great Dream (GB), 11-4 Thaisa (GB), 4-1 Fierce Fortitude (GB), 12-1 Potomac River (GB), 25-1 Nanyuki (IRE), 150-1 The Grand (IRE)
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Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
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FIFTH RACE 6.45
ABOUT ONE MILE (8F ABT 5YDS) 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)
Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Menzies (40 wins from 417 runners, 10%) runs OH SO COOL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Walford (3 wins from 16 runners, 19%) runs SASSY GLORY
WEIGHTWATCHER: KAARESS won off a handicap mark of 67, her rating is now down 9lb to 58. LONGEST TRAVELLER: DUTCH DUKE trained by J Butler, Newmarket, 241 miles.
YAFAARR has few miles on the clock and made a promising start for Sam England here 3 weeks ago He makes fair appeal Desert Raider and Sassy Glory head the list of dangers
1 KAARESS (IRE) (18) 460620 4 9-11 (9)
B f Kessaar (IRE) - Baltic Time (IRE)
Ownaracehorse, Neil Rough & Ollie Pears
Br J. G. Reid & A. Reid
Harry Russell
Ollie Pears, Malton
TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2024 Seventh of 8 in handicap (6/1) at Carlisle (7.8f, good) 18 days ago. Others more persuasive.
2 TEES GEORGE (GB) (18) 0-60025CD
TFRHHIII BHA58
5 9-11 (1)
B g Outstrip - Mistress Twister Harrison Shaw
Ingleby Bloodstock Ltd and David Buist
Adrian Nicholls, Sessay
Br Ingleby Bloodstock Ltd Adrian Nicholls Racing, Scott Bros Ltd, Scott Bros Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. 10/3, fifth of 8 in handicap at Carlisle (7.8f, good) 18 days ago, unable to sustain effort Needs a couple of these to falter TFRHHIII BHA58
3 DESERT RAIDER (GB) (21) 0-20023D
B g Advertise - Sahara Sky (IRE)
4 9-10 (6)
Shay Farmer (7)
Mr Brian Valentine Ian McInnes, Catwick
Br Bundaberg Ltd
M.A.V Wallcoverings Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Cut some slack by the assessor and has run with credit the last twice, latest when third of 14 in handicap over C&D 21 days ago. 1lb lower now and is one for shortlist. TFRHHHHI BHA57
4 SPIRIT OF BOWLAND (GB) (21) 014500CD
B g Coach House (IRE) - Ella Rosie
Stella Barclay Racing Club
6 9-10 (10)
Zak Wheatley (3)
Stella Barclay, Garstang
Br Mrs Stella Barclay Lancashire Racing Stables Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner Latest win at Southwell in April. 18/1, ninth of 14 in handicap at this C&D 21 days ago, not clear run. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. TFRHHIII BHA57
5 DUTCH DUKE (GB) (13) 0-000
B g Massaat (IRE) - Caledonia Duchess
3 9-9 (7)
Grace McEntee Northumbria Leisure Ltd
John Butler, Newmarket
Br Mickley Stud Northumbria Leisure Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden First run since leaving Iain Jardine when eighth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 50/1) 13 days ago. Work to do TFRHIIII BHA60
6 YAFAARR (IRE) (21) 0-5054
B g Blue Point (IRE) - Elusive Girl (IRE)
3 9-8 (3)
P. J. McDonald Skips and Screwdrivers
Sam England, Guiseley
Br Blackwater Bloodstock Ltd Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who shaped encouragingly on debut for new yard when fourth of 14 in handicap over C&D (12/1) 21 days ago. 1lb lower now and must enter calculations
7 JACHIN (IRE) (74) 5-00650 3 9-8 (4)
B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Dylan Alexander (IRE)
David Nolan Ontoawinner & Alfa Site Services Ltd
Ivan Furtado, Wiseton
Br Mountarmstrong Stud Alfa Site Services Ltd, www.ontoawinner.net
TIMEFORMVIEW 20/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, twelfth of 13 in handicap at Ayr (10f, good to soft) 74 days ago. Chance if
KEY Owner
Breeding
Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
OH SO COOL (IRE) (30) 6006
3 9-7 (5)
B g Earthlight (IRE) - Burke’s Rock Paddy Bradley
Mr H. Hurst
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br George Kent Bluegrass Horse Feeds, Liberty Coaches
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced maiden 33/1, sixth of 9 in handicap at Carlisle (6.9f, good to firm) 30 days ago, not clear run. Tongue strap/cheekpieces on first time Others preferred. TFRHHIII BHA58
9 WATER TIGER (GB) (61) 000
3 9-6 (8)
B g Mayson - Luna Mission (IRE) Ryan Sexton
Mr Jonny Allison
Br Jonny Allison
Julie Camacho, Malton
David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden 28/1, seventh of 9 in maiden at Redcar (7f, good) 61 days ago. May do better now sent handicapping. TFRHHHII BHA57
10 SASSY GLORY (IRE) (11) 322241CD
4 9-6 (in 5lb ex) (11)
B f Oasis Dream - Sassy Gal (IRE) Rhys Elliott (5)
URSA Major & Mark Walford Racing Club
Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Br Ringfort Stud Ltd Cube3 Construction
TIMEFORMVIEW Belatedly off the mark in 13-runner handicap (6/1) over C&D 11 days ago, keeping on well. 5lb penalty to carry now but another bold bid is anticipated. TFRHHHHI BHA48 (+6)
11 ROSE OF NEW JERSEY (GB)
(46) 501050D
3 9-3 (2)
B f Advertise - Celestial Secret Rowan Scott
Mr Trevor Cook Gemma Tutty, Northallerton
Br Tony Nerses Gemma Tutty Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Carlisle in May. Last of 7 in handicap at Ripon (8f, good, 20/1) 46 days ago. Makes limited appeal
2024: BALQAA 6 9 9 Jamie Spencer 11-2 (Stella Barclay) 8 ran
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 7, 10. Stewards Note:
TFRHHIII BHA54
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
SPIRIT OF BOWLAND: Following its run on 29/8/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
JACHIN: Following its run on 7/7/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Sassy Glory (IRE), 9-2 Desert Raider (GB), 5-1 Yafaarr (IRE), 13-2 Tees George (GB), 10-1 Kaaress (IRE), 14-1 Water Tiger (GB), 16-1 Spirit of Bowland (GB), 28-1 Jachin (IRE), Oh So Cool (IRE), Rose of New Jersey (GB), 40-1 Dutch Duke (GB)
RECORD TIMES
DISTANCE RECORD HOLDER
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 Misty Grey (IRE) (3yo+) 12May24 1m 9.62s
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 Onesmoothoperator (USA) (3yo+) 29Jun24 3m 27.59s
SIXTH RACE 7.15
SIX FURLONGS (6F) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE BORDER MINSTREL SUNDAY LUNCH 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 (47 wins from 554 runners, 8%) runs LITTLE MI MI
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): I Jardine (3 wins from 23 runners, 13%) runs LITTLE MI MI
LONGEST TRAVELLER: SOUTH ROAD trained by L Russell & M Scudamore, Kinross, 137 miles.
Preference is for INVITORIO, who has tumbled down the weights and posted his best effort for Ruth Carr when runner-up in a stronger contest last week Bazball and Asadjumeirah rate the principal dangers.
1 RESPECTFUL (IRE) (16) 0-50600
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - More Respect (IRE)
Ged Shields & Sandfield Racing
David Nolan
Paul Midgley, Westow
Br D. & E Phelan Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW 8/1, seventh of 9 in handicap at Hamilton (6f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Claims on best form TFRHHHII BHA60
2 SOUTH ROAD (IRE) (24) 506156D
3 9-6 (9)
B f Kodiac - Athbah Joe Fanning Misses P & F Simpson Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
Br Clara Stud
Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Winner at Ayr in July First run since leaving Lucinda Russell when sixth of 8 in handicap at Musselburgh (7.1f, good to firm, 6/1) 24 days ago. Others look better treated. TFRHHIII BHA59
3 GOLDEN DUKE (IRE) (10) 0-25065D
6 9-6 (7)
Ch g Galileo Gold - Porta Portese Faye McManoman
Owners Group 139 Nigel Tinkler, Malton
Br Tally-Ho Stud Owners Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty one runs since last win in 2023. 10/1, fifth of 11 in handicap at Carlisle (5.8f, soft) 10 days ago, never nearer. Cheekpieces back on Needs a couple of these to falter TFRHHIII BHA57
4 INVITORIO (IRE) (8) 060602D
B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Vitoria (IRE)
3 9-5 (6)
James Sullivan
Grange Park Racing XVIII and Ruth Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington
Br Mrs Maria Marron
William Hill, Alan David Crombie
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form when very good second of 10 in handicap over C&D 8 days ago, never nearer. Races off the same mark and is one for shortlist TFRHHHHH BHA58 (+1)
5 ASADJUMEIRAH (GB) (11) 040351CD
7 9-4 (in 4lb ex) (1)
B g Adaay (IRE) - Place In My Heart Cam Hardie Made Profiles Ltd & Partner
Antony Brittain, Warthill
Br Whitsbury Manor Stud Made Profiles Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Notched fifth victory over this C&D when taking 11-runner handicap earlier this month by 3/4 length from Bazball Carries 4lb penalty but looks sure to go well again TFRHHHHI
6 PANCAKE (GB) (17) 440-030
B f Mehmas (IRE) - Granola
Mrs F. Denniff
Br Denniff Farms Ltd
Sean Kirrane
Michael Dods, Darlington
Denton Hall Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW 25/1, ninth of 10 in handicap at Southwell (5f) 17 days ago. Back up in trip Still looking for first success. TFRHHIII BHA54
7 BAZBALL (IRE) (11) 600032
4 8-12 (2)
B f Estidhkaar (IRE) - Sofi’s Spirit (IRE) Barry McHugh McGoldrick Racing Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley
Br Sherbourne Lodge Tuffa Footwear Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWNot scored for 2 years but posted best effort for some time when 3/4-length second of 11 to Asadjumeirah in handicap over C&D 11 days ago. Remains nicely treated and must enter calculations TFRHHHHI BHA49 (+2)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
CAPTAIN PICKLES (IRE) (33) 455054
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Strumming (IRE)
Carswell & The Haydock Badgeholders
Br Yeguada Centurion S.L.
8-11 (8)
Zak Wheatley (3)
Stella Barclay, Garstang
TIMEFORM VIEW Largely acquitted himself well in sprint handicaps this term, latest when fourth of 12 in handicap (13/2) at Southwell (6.1f) 33 days ago. Likely to be in the mix again. TFRHHHII BHA50
9 SHE’SASHAMBLES (IRE) (15) 306304D 4 8-9 (3)
B f Profitable (IRE) - Glen Ginnie (IRE)
P. J. Makin
Br Lynn Lodge Stud
Andrew Breslin (3)
Phillip Makin, Leyburn
TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 24 Flat runs. Twelve runs since last win in 2024 Creditable fourth of 11 in handicap (17/2) at Southwell (6.1f) 15 days ago. Cheekpieces back on Others more appealing 1lb out of the weights TFRHHIII BHA45
10 LITTLE MI MI (IRE) (125) 020-600 4 8-9 (5)
Ch f Dandy Man (IRE) - Alasaayel (IRE)
Greg Fairley
Mr N Irving & I Jardine Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Br Mr D. Laverty Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Seventeenth of 19 in handicap (16/1) at Navan (5.8f, good) Off 125 days. First run for yard after leaving C. P. Donoghue Worth monitoring in market on yard debut 1lb out of the weights. TFRHHIII BHA43
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE
Hood worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.
Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 5, 9.
Stewards Note:
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
INVITORIO: Following its run on 11/9/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Asadjumeirah (GB), 4-1 Bazball (IRE), 9-2 Invitorio (IRE), 17-2 Captain Pickles (IRE), 14-1 She’sashambles (IRE), 16-1 South Road (IRE), Golden Duke (IRE), 20-1 Respectful (IRE), Little Mi Mi (IRE), 33-1 Pancake (GB)
UNAUTHORISED BOOKMAKING
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ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (7F ABT 14YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE ARC ALL-WEATHER £1MILLION
BONUS
RETURNS 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 (82 wins from 740 runners, 11%) runs FLYING FLETCHER
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Fahey (5 wins from 54 runners, 9%) runs FLYING FLETCHER
WEIGHTWATCHER: RIOT won off a handicap mark of 82, his rating is now down 9lb to 73.
LONGEST TRAVELLER: MISTER MOJITO trained by T Kent, Newmarket, 241 miles.
FLYING FLETCHER is nicely handicapped and wasn’t seen to best effect here last time He can return to winning ways Mister Mojito and Blazing Son are feared most
Ch g Mayson - Emblaze Andrew Breslin (3)
The Smart Emblaze Partnership Bryan Smart, Hambleton
Br Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner who returned to form when third over C&D last month. Backed that up with solid effort at Carlisle since and looks a likely player here TFRHHHHI BHA74 (-1)
2 RIOT (IRE) (8) 250004D
B g Kingman - Alexander Queen (IRE)
Rasio Cymru 1 & Windmill House Racing
8 9-8 (2)
David Nolan
David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Br Mountarmstrong Stud GAIN Equine Nutrition
TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty runs since last win in 2024 Creditable fourth of 10 in handicap at Chelmsford City (7f, 4/1) 8 days ago. Not ruled out TFRHHHII BHA73
3 MISTER MOJITO (IRE) (8) 010553D 4 9-8 (6)
B g Cityscape - Lucky Charm Ray Dawson
Gold Syndicate T. J. Kent, Newmarket
Br Lady Juliet Tadgell Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner this year who arrives on back of creditable third of 10 in handicap at Chelmsford City (7f) 8 days ago. Just 1lb above last winning mark and holds solid claims. TFRHHHHI BHA73
4 YAAJOOZ (IRE) (37) 320203 4 9-8 (4)
Br g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - My Dorris (IRE)
Mr M. W. Easterby
Billy Garritty
Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Br Mr C. D. Brennan Stittenham Farms
TIMEFORMVIEW Not the most consistent and failed to build on previous run when third of 6 in handicap (5/2) at Beverley (7.4f, good to firm) 37 days ago. Others more convincing. TFRHHIII BHA73
5 FLYING FLETCHER (GB) (21) 500550CBF
Gr g Muhaarar - Tropical Paradise (IRE)
Middleham Park Racing LXXII
9-7 (5)
Harry Russell
Richard Fahey, Malton
Br P. Winkworth Middleham Park Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who has dropped to an attractive mark and was denied a clear run when ninth of 13 in handicap over C&D (2/1) 21 days ago. Merits consideration. TFRHHHHH BHA72
6 SOVEREIGN KNIGHT (GB) (22) 0-60020
B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Whatabird (IRE)
Daniel MacAuliffe & Anoj Don
4
(1)
Paddy Bradley
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br Haras de Hus Class1Personnel, Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORMVIEW Twelfth of 14 in handicap (25/1) at Southwell (6.1f) 22 days ago. Others have achieved more TFRHHIII BHA70
7 SAISONS D’OR (IRE) (15) 352315CD 10 9-3 (3)
Gr g Havana Gold (IRE) - Deux Saisons
Jack Garritty The Fatalists
Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn
Br Mount Coote Stud & Knocktoran Stud Jedd O’Keeffe Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner Latest win at Catterick in August 14/1, respectable fifth of 14 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f) 15 days ago. Not out of things. TFRHHHII BHA68
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
2024: THE COOKSTOWN CAFU 5 9 8 Daniel Tudhope 5-2 (David O’Meara) 12 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6. Stewards Note:
MISTER MOJITO: Following its run on 11/9/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on.
FLYING FLETCHER: Following its run on 29/8/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Flying Fletcher (GB), 4-1 Mister Mojito (IRE), 9-2 Blazing Son (GB), Riot (IRE), 8-1 Yaajooz (IRE), 10-1 Saisons d’Or (IRE), 28-1 Sovereign Knight (GB)
FIVE FURLONGS (5F) FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE ARC £1MILLION BONUS HAS £150K INCREASE! 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): A Brittain (42 wins from 589 runners, 7%) runs DESERT MASTER & ROGUE DE VEGA
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (11 wins from 98 runners, 11%) runs DANDY FITZ
LONGEST TRAVELLER: BUST A MOON trained by I McInnes, Catwick, 122 miles.
NORTHERNER has dropped to a handy mark and didn’t get the breaks when third over C&D earlier this month. She gets the nod in the finale Recent Musselburgh winner Sanbona is feared most, whilst Lady of The Garr can also make her presence felt.
1 SANBONA (IRE) (6) 302121D 3
B g Coulsty (IRE) - Milly’s Secret (IRE) Rhys Elliott (5)
Mr David T J Metcalfe & Mr M J K Dods
Michael Dods, Darlington
Br Rathasker Stud Denton Hall Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWMuch improved when making all in 11-runner handicap at Musselburgh (5f, good, 3/1) 6 days ago. 6lb penalty to carry now but looks a big player nonetheless TFRHHHHI BHA54 (+10)
2 LET’S GO HUGO (IRE) (17) 206406CD
5 9-9 (3)
Ch g Unfortunately (IRE) - Barbieri (IRE) Tom Kiely-Marshall (5)
Ownaracehorse Ltd, Keates and West
Ollie Pears, Malton
Br Mr & Mrs Reddy Coffey Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Nineteen runs since last win in 2024 11/2, below form sixth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 17 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter TFRHHIII BHA55
3 NEWYORKSTATEOFMIND (GB) (18) 433265CD 8 9-8 (12)
B g Brazen Beau (AUS) - Albany Rose (IRE)
Ruth Carr Racing Club
Br M. E. Broughton
James Sullivan
Ruth Carr, Stillington
William Hill
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Seventeen runs since last win in 2024. 20/1, bit below form fifth of 14 in handicap at Carlisle (5f, good) 18 days ago. Work to do TFRHHIII BHA54
4 BIBENDUM (GB) (11) 030013
B g Showcasing - Eminently
New Vision Bloodstock
Br Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook
9-8 (11)
Ryan Sexton
Julie Camacho, Malton
David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 22 Flat runs. Winner at Redcar in August Respectable third of 11 in handicap (7/2) at this course (6f) 11 days ago. Each-way claims
5 LADY OF THE GARR (IRE) (11) 102552CD
B f Mehmas (IRE) - Carsulae (IRE)
Tracy Waggott and Sally Booth
Br Mr & Mrs A. & D. Flannigan
TFRHHHII BHA54
9-7 (7)
Kieran O’Neill
Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor
TIMEFORMVIEW Goes well here and ran right up to best when second of 9 in handicap (8/1) over C&D 11 days ago, running on Likely to be in the mix again
6 GOLDEN RAINBOW (GB) (24) 233060 CD
B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Stereophonic (IRE)
HOLMFIRTH RACING
TFRHHHHI BHA53
(9)
Paddy Bradley
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Br Minster Stud & Stratford Place Stud Bluegrass Horse Feeds
TIMEFORM VIEW 4-time C&D winner Eleven runs since last win in 2024 Last of 8 in handicap at Musselburgh (5f, good to firm, 6/1) 24 days ago. Others preferred TFRHHIII BHA53
7 DORALEE (GB) (3) 004160 D 4 9-6 (14)
B f Swiss Spirit - Jofranka
Albion Racing
Billy Garritty
David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk
Br Harrowgate Bloodstock Ltd Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Redcar in August
Last of 13 in handicap at Redcar (5f, good to firm, 14/1) 3 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. TFRHHIII BHA52
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
ARLINGTON (GB) (41) 020423CD
Ch g Washington DC (IRE) - Nizhoni (USA)
4 9-6 (6)
Harrison Shaw
Mr B. Smart Bryan Smart, Hambleton
Br Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd
Bryan Smart Racing, Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW 6/1, respectable 3 lengths third of 10 to Doralee in minor event at Redcar (5f, good to firm) 41 days ago, better placed than most. Should give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA52
9 ROGUE DE VEGA (GB) (17) 4-30604D
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Lamps of Heaven (IRE)
Mrs C. Brittain
Br Chasemore Farm
5 9-5 (13)
Cam Hardie
Antony Brittain, Warthill
TIMEFORM VIEW 11/2, bit below form fourth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 17 days ago, nearest finish. Looks competitive on form TFRHHHII BHA51
10 BUST A MOON (GB) (10) 000030D
3 9-5 (1)
Ch g Rumble Inthejungle (IRE) - Dangerous Moonlite (IRE) Shay Farmer (7)
Mr J. Morris Ian McInnes, Catwick
Br Janet Evans
TIMEFORM VIEW 20/1, tenth of 14 in handicap at Carlisle (5f, soft) 10 days ago. Others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA52
11 DANDY FITZ (IRE) (23) 244030D
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - New Magic (IRE)
Mr Ambrose Turnbull
4 9-5 (8)
Sean Kirrane
Tim Easterby, Malton
Br Kevin Lyons Easthorpe Hall Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 9 in handicap at Catterick (6f, good to firm, 25/1) 23 days ago. Must improve TFRHHIII BHA51
12 DESERT MASTER (GB) (11) 000020CD
B g Blue Point (IRE) - Al Fareej (IRE)
John and Tony Jarvis and Partner
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
4 9-4 (4)
Alex Jary (5)
Antony Brittain, Warthill
TIMEFORMVIEW Cheekpieces on for 1st time, seventh of 11 in handicap at this C&D (18/1) 11 days ago, slowly away Blinkers on 1st time Others more convincing TFRHHIII BHA50 (-1)
13 LATIN FIVE (IRE) (21) 463563CDBF
B g Camacho - Penolva (IRE)
Sandfield & Ged Shields
Br Canice Farrell
8 9-4 (5)
David Nolan
Paul Midgley, Westow
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Bit below form third of 9 in minor event (3/1) over C&D 21 days ago. Claims on best form TFRHHHII BHA50
14 NORTHERNER (IRE) (11) 20-5053
B f Profitable (IRE) - Beauty Pageant (IRE)
Mrs J Spivey & Mrs J Robinson
4 9-3 (2)
Ben Robinson
Brian Ellison, Malton Br Ballinvana House Stud Brian Ellison Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to record a victory but was unlucky not to finish closer (denied a clear run) when third of 9 in handicap over C&D (16/1) 11 days ago. Shortlist material TFRHHHHH BHA49 (-1)
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE
Blinkers worn first time by No. 12. Hood worn by No. 9.
Blinkers worn by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 1, 4. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.
Stewards Note:
DECLARED RUNNERS 14
GOLDEN RAINBOW: Following its run on 26/8/2025 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly late-on.
ROGUE DE VEGA: Following its run on 2/9/2025 it was reported that the horse suffered interference early-on.
DESERT MASTER: Following its run on 8/9/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Sanbona (IRE), 17-2 Lady of The Garr (IRE), 11-1 Bibendum (GB), 12-1 Arlington (GB), Rogue de Vega (GB), Latin Five (IRE), Northerner (IRE), 14-1 Let’s Go Hugo (IRE), 25-1 Newyorkstateofmind (GB), Golden Rainbow (GB), Doralee (GB), 28-1 Desert Master (GB), 40-1 Dandy Fitz (IRE), 66-1 Bust A Moon (GB)
