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MONDAY 13 APRIL
(UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)
STEWARDS OF THE MEETING
ADRIAN SHARPE (Chief Steward), PHILIP SPOTTISWOOD (Stewards' Panel Chair)
MICHAEL EYRE, LYNDSAY GLYNN, PHILIPPA HARDY
STARTERS
JASON CALLAGHAN
RYAN COLLEY
JUDGE
NICK HARGREAVE
CLERK OF THE SCALES
KARL CURRAN
VETERINARY OFFICER
MARK COLLINS
VETERINARY SURGEONS
MAX LING
EUAN HAMMERSLEY
EWAN MACAULEY
MEDICAL OFFICERS
DR VIV TUT
DR SION BARNARD
NURSE
SHONA OLIVER
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
RACHEL KIRTLEY
TRACY HAMILTON
GRAHAM GRAY
COMMENTATOR
DARREN OWEN
BETTING RING MANAGER
IAN O'NEILL
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
PAUL ELLIOTT
CLERK OF THE COURSE
JOE GIBSON
GROUNDS MANAGER
MARK RYAN
LEAD SAFEGUARDING OFFICIAL
PAUL ELLIOTT
DUTY SAFEGUARDING OFFICIALS
MICHAEL SMITH
PAUL ELLIOTT
FIRST RACE 5.30
ONE MILE, TWO FURLONGS ABOUT 42 YARDS (1M 2F 42YDS) FOR THREE YRS OLD
THE DOWNLOAD THE AT THE RACES APP 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): C Johnston (44 wins from 288 runners, 15%) runs SOVEREIGN BRIGHT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): P Kirby (4 wins from 24 runners, 17%) runs PROJECT KINSMAN LONGEST TRAVELLERS: MERITOCRATIC trained by J Horton, PANTILE’S GIFT trained by J Morland, both Newmarket, 241 miles.
PANTILE’S GIFT is well worth another try over this trip and he’s taken to make his second start of the year a winning one Raven’s View looks a potential improver in a modest race
1 PANTILE’S GIFT (GB) (18) 0320-4
B g Advertise - Cambridgeshire (IRE)
Hollie Doyle Moores Racing
Br Pantile Stud & Mantonbury Stud
Jack Morland, Newmarket
Private Jet Media Limited TIMEFORMVIEW Ridden positively (tackling this trip for the first time) when creditable fourth at Chelmsford on handicap debut/return from 5 months off. He’s fancied to come on for that and should make a bold bid TFR
2 SOVEREIGN BRIGHT (GB) (24) 23035-3
B f Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Mount Crystal (IRE)
Kingsley Park 47 - Ready To Run
Br The Pocock Family
Jason Hart
Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Johnston Racing Ltd TIMEFORMVIEWBelow form when third in a Lingfield maiden on return and though she hasn’t looked entirely straightforward, the longer trip/switch back to a handicap could be in her favour TFRHHHII BHA65
3 MERITOCRATIC (IRE) (112) 060-
B c Churchill (IRE) - Etoile Bleu (IRE)
J Tuthill & Partner
9-9 (7)
Jack Mitchell
James Horton, Newmarket
Br Owenstown Bloodstock Ltd Horton Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWChurchillcoltfailedtobuildonthepromiseofhispreviousrunwhenwellheld(lookingmoreawkwardthangreen)atWolverhampton in December Markedly longer trip a question mark, too, for all he starts life in handicaps from a lowly base TFRHHHII BHA65
4 RAVEN’S VIEW (IRE) (39) 60-60
B g Raven’s Pass (USA) - Sightline
Mrs Emma Kennedy
9-1 (5)
Sean Kirrane
Michael Dods, Darlington
Br J. Wall & E. Kennedy Denton Hall Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWForm of his qualifying run has worked out and while he didn’t improve first time up in a handicap here (7f) latest, this marked step up in trip is much more in keeping with his pedigree. Looks worth another chance TFRHHHHI BHA57
5 FUZEYYA (GB) (28) 005-5
B f Ulysses (IRE) - Jedhi
9-1 (3)
Callum Rodriguez Ellipsis
Br Ellipsis
Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn
Jedd O’Keeffe Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Stoutly bred but offered little upped in distance on handicap debut/reappearance at Wolverhampton (1 1/2m, 28/1) last time TFRHHIII BHA57
6 PROJECT KINSMAN (USA) (25) 00-0
B f Maxfield (USA) - Project Whiskey (USA)
James and Susan Cookson
8-8 (6)
Luke Morris
Philip Kirby, Richmond
Br Woodford Thoroughbreds Llc Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW £60,000 Maxfield filly (bred for dirt) achieved little in trio of maidens over 7f here and hopes pinned on switch to handicaps/middle distances.
7 DUE TO SHINE (GB) (193) 04023-
B f Due Diligence (USA) - Shine Baby Shine
Shine Racing
Br David Gray & John Young
HHIII BHA50
8-6 (1)
Cam Hardie
Brian Ellison, Malton
Brian Ellison Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Could only match her previous best when third of 5 in a C&D nursery in October, and that’s hardly form to be going overboard about.
HHIII BHA48
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
POSITION OF STALLS
Straight Course - Inside 1m2f - Outside
UNAUTHORISED BOOKMAKING
It is a condition of entry to this Racecourse that only individuals in possession of a valid betting badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets on the course of their business Betting with Bookmakers other than those operating from an authorised pitch is strictly prohibited Offenders will be escorted from the Racecourse and render themselves liable to prosecution.
Owners and Trainers Benefits
• Complimentary tea and coffee – available in the Owners and Trainers bar
• Complimentary food voucher – redeemable within the Charles Brandling Room situated on the 1st floor of Brandling House.
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SECOND RACE 6.00
SIX FURLONGS (6F) FOR THREE YRS OLD
THE SKY SPORTS RACING SKY 415 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) 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): Richard & Peter Fahey (77 wins from 699 runners, 11%) runs COSMIC CLARETS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Dr R Newland & J Insole (5 wins from 22 runners, 23%) runs ANORAH UNLEASHED FANCY THAT: N Tinkler won this race in 2024 and 2025. The stable runs STROMNESS today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: MARRA DONNA trained by O Sangster, Marlborough, 295 miles.
MARRA DONNA has been knocking on the door and can gain a deserved first success Mademoiselle Belle is capable of going close back over 6f, with handicap debutant Northern Tempest another to note.
1 FILLE UNIQUE (IRE) (39) 4325-6
Br f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Miss Violetta (FR)
Mr B. Smart
Paul Mulrennan
Bryan Smart, Hambleton
Br Glacken View Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 3-y-o likely needed the run when sixth of 11 over C&D last time, for all she doesn’t look obviously well handicapped TFRHHIII BHA65
2 THORNABY ANNIE (IRE) (181) 03034- 9-9 (7)
Ch f Galileo Gold - Vardiyna (FR)
Ingleby Boodstock & The Fallen Angels
Jack Garritty
Adrian Nicholls, Sessay
Br Tally-Ho Stud Scott Bros Ltd, Adrian Nicholls Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Hit the frame in pair of C&D nurseries last October, though will need to settle better if she’s to make an impact on return from 6 months off. TFRHHHII BHA65
3 NORTHERN TEMPEST (GB) (140) 054- 9-8 (8)
B g Eqtidaar (IRE) - Tumblewind
ursa major racing ltd and M Dods
Sean Kirrane
Michael Dods, Darlington
Br Hellwood Stud Farm Denton Hall Racing Ltd, Steadfast Wealth Management Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWHalf-brother to useful winner up to 6f Holkham Bay. Supported at long odds and showed more when fourth on qualifying run here (5f) in November and looks the type to do even better now handicapping back up in trip TFRHHHHI BHA64
4 COSMIC CLARETS (IRE) (201) 220000-
9-8 (13)
Ch g Starman - Imtiyaaz (IRE) Oisin Orr
Mr A Tattersall & Partner
Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton
Br Colm McEvoy Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Went the wrong way as a juvenile but that’s reflected in his mark, and he’s been gelded since last seen. TFRHHIII BHA64
5 TAAKLAM (IRE) (181) 0053-
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Salayel
Rise One Racing - Taaklam
9-7 (12)
Oisin McSweeney
Harriet Bethell, Arnold
Br Godolphin Beverley Racecourse
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran his best race when close third over C&D on nursery bow in October. Has since left Ed Walker for 22,000 gns and it wouldn’t be a surprise to see him take another step forward on stable debut TFRHHHII BHA63
6 MARRA DONNA (IRE) (17) 50-3332
B g Cotai Glory - Give Her A Squeeze (IRE)
Pompey ventures 4
9-7 (10)
Daniel Tudhope
Ollie Sangster, Marlborough
Br Tally-Ho Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWHas been shaping well in handicaps, coming as close as he has to opening his account when runner-up in first-time cheekpieces/tongue strap at Lingfield (5f) latest, and makes appeal to go one better back up in trip TFRHHHHH BHA63
7 STROMNESS (GB) (68) 560
9-6 (11)
B g Zoustar (AUS) - Credible Rowan Scott
Duncan Smith & John Toes Nigel Tinkler, Malton
Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited Alexanders York
TIMEFORMVIEW 50,000 gns Zoustar gelding was again below his debut form when eighth of 10 over C&D in early-February, though appeals as the type to do better now switched to a handicap. TFRHHHII BHA62
1-2-3: 1.MARRA DONNA (IRE) 2.MADEMOISELLE BELLE (IRE)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
CARNATION QUEEN
(IRE) (209) 05166- D 9-5 (14)
Ch f Cotai Glory - Sun Angel (IRE)
Harry Russell
Ownaracehorse & Ollie Pears Ollie Pears, Malton
Br Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWAdded to her yard’s fine record in the Rous seller at York in June and though not disgraced in similar company at Redcar in September, she has work to do at the weights on all-weather debut. TFRHHIII BHA61
9 FULL GAS (IRE) (6) 0054-00 9-4 (6)
Ch g Bungle Inthejungle - Jackie Sparrow (IRE)
Kevin Stott
Mrs J. Ryan Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Br Mark Burns
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising fourth in 7f novice here in December but again couldn’t show his form when caught in a hopeless position at Pontefract last time TFRHHHII BHA60
10 MADEMOISELLE BELLE
B f Coulsty (IRE) - Melabelle (FR)
Mr Joseph Bell & Partner
Br Michael & Martin Butler
(IRE) (18) 201635 C 9-3 (9)
Ben Robinson
Brian Ellison, Malton
Brian Ellison Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Sole win came at this course in February but reverted to slow-starting ways when fifth of 12 at Southwell (5f) last time Claims if getting away on terms back up in trip, though TFRHHHHI BHA59
11 ANORAH UNLEASHED
(IRE) (12) 6656-3
Ch f Supremacy (IRE) - Samaah (IRE)
Mr S Turner and Partners
9-2 (1)
Hollie Doyle
Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
Br Yeomanstown Stud Coulthursts Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWTurned in her best effort to date when third of 10 at Kempton (6f) on reappearance and though 7f may suit better, she cannot be totally discounted with yard still in excellent form TFRHHHII BHA58
12 FOREVER TWENTY (GB) (30) 560 9-2 (5)
Ch f Havana Grey - Prezzie
Barry McHugh Ontoawinner & Alfa Site Services Ltd Ivan Furtado, Easingwold
Br Bearstone Stud www.ontoawinner.net
TIMEFORMVIEW 42,000 gns Havana Grey filly looks to have been brought along with handicaps in mind (well held on qualifying run over 1m at Southwell), though her opening mark does her no favours. TFRHHIII BHA58
13 PIVOTAL TERMS (GB) (23) 630-006 8-13 (2)
Ch f Pinatubo (IRE) - Her Terms Andrew Mullen
Miss Valerie Renwick & Mr Kevin Kerr Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Br Apple Tree Stud Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Free-going sort has been given another chance by the handicapper following another heavy defeat over C&D 23 days ago and she’s worth a market check down in grade. TFRHHHII BHA55
14 BRAIN FREEZE (IRE) (194) 66304- 8-11 (3)
B f Kessaar (IRE) - Lady Lizabeth (IRE)
Connor Beasley
Mr I. Davison Michael Dods, Darlington
Br John Martin McLoughney Denton Hall Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWSome promise in a novice/nursery before finishing last of 4 in first-time blinkers (now removed) at Catterick in early-October. Looks to have a bit to find on all-weather debut TFRHHIII BHA53
2025: ANDALPROFIT (IRE) 3 8 12 Alex Jary 16-1 (Nigel Tinkler) 9 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6, 10, 11.
Stewards Note:
DECLARED RUNNERS 14
THORNABY ANNIE: Following its run on 14/10/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
FULL GAS: Following its run on 7/4/2026 it was reported that the horse suffered interference early-on.
MADEMOISELLE BELLE: Following its run on 26/3/2026 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Marra Donna (IRE), 6-1 Mademoiselle Belle (IRE), 8-1 Northern Tempest (GB), Taaklam (IRE), 9-1 Anorah Unleashed (IRE), 14-1 Thornaby Annie (IRE), 16-1 Fille Unique (IRE), Stromness (GB), 20-1 Pivotal Terms (GB), 25-1 Cosmic Clarets (IRE), Forever Twenty (GB), 28-1 Carnation Queen (IRE), Brain Freeze (IRE), 50-1 Full Gas (IRE)
THIRD RACE 6.30
ABOUT SEVEN FURLONGS (7F ABT 14YDS) FOR NOVICE THREE, FOUR AND FIVE YRS OLD
THE SKY SPORTS RACING VIRGIN 512
RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES
(CLASS 5) (FOR HORSES IN BANDS B, C AND D) (GBB
RACE)
Total prize fund £8000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3414, 2nd £1706, 3rd £854, 4th £426. (Penalty Value £4320) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R & P Fahey (77 wins from 699 runners, 11%) runs HORU KANU TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R & P Fahey (4 wins from 20 runners, 20%) runs HORU KANU
LONGEST TRAVELLER: TZARMAGGEDON trained by B Smart, Hambleton, 119 miles.
It’s hard to get away from NOELAN STAR given the manner of his debut win in a 1m novice here during the winter, the runner-up that day scoring next-time-out Horu Kanu returns with his stable in good order so he heads the opposition, with Leelawadee a newcomer of interest.
1.NOELAN STAR (GER) 2.HORU KANU 3.LEELAWADEE
1 BILLYJOEGOLD (GB) (23) 3
Ch g Havana Gold (IRE) - China Cherub James Sullivan
Mrs Angela Clark Ruth Carr, Stillington
Br Angela Clark William Hill
TIMEFORM VIEW Sent off 66/1 but offered something to work on when third of 6 in novice at this C&D on debut 23 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
2 NOELAN STAR (GER) (121) 1- C
Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Noelani (GER)
Newminster 24 and Team Valor
Br Graf & Grafin Stauffenberg
3 9-9 (6)
Callum Rodriguez
Edward Bethell, Middleham
TIMEFORMVIEWCreated a very favourable impression when winning 6-runner novice over 1m here on debut in December Runner-up that day was successful next time and with drop to 7f no issue, he’ll take some stopping TFRHHHHH BHA-
3 BALMORAL BOY (IRE) (23) 3
3 9-2 (7)
B g Supremacy (IRE) - Dame Shirley Rowan Scott
Simcam Racing Nigel Tinkler, Malton
Br Denis Phelan North Group Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW €55,000 Supremacy gelding. Half-brother to several winners, including very smart 1 1/4m-2m winner Baron Samedi and useful winner up to 7f Havanagreattime Big price and not given a hard time on debut over 1m here 3 weeks ago. TFRHIIII BHA-
4 EAGLE THUNDER (GB) (19) 0
Ch c Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Elis Eliz (IRE)
Hzs Stainless Steel
3 9-2 (3)
Jason Hart
Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Br Asset Stud Limited Johnston Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Bred to be useful but little in the way of short-term promise when last of 11 in maiden at Kempton (1m) on debut 19 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
5 WHERNSIDE (GB) (138) (2lb) 0-
B g Lope Y Fernandez (IRE) - Incorrigible
Unique Retreats Stays Ltd and Partner
3 9-0 (2)
Connor Beasley
Edward Bethell, Middleham
Br Theakston Stud Tattersalls
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to live up to market expectations when seventh of 10 in novice at this course (1m) on debut in November Capable of better
6 HORU KANU (GB) (255) (4lb) 645-
Ch g Sands of Mali (FR) - Faora (USA)
The Cool Silk Partnership
TFRHHHII BHA-
3 8-12 (1)
Shane Gray
Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton
Br The Cool Silk Partnership Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Minor promise in 3 starts at up to 7f last summer Gelded and returns with yard among the winners.
7 RECORD DAY (GB) (15) (4lb) 0
Ch g Showcasing - Airwaves
Bond Thoroughbred Limited
TFRHHHHI BHA73
3 8-12 (5)
Ben Robinson
Brian Ellison, Malton
Br Bond Thoroughbred Limited Churchill Tyres
TIMEFORMVIEW Cheap purchase and sent off 66/1, he finished eighth of 12 in novice at Doncaster (7f, good to soft) on debut 15 days ago.
TFRHHHII BHA-
1-2-3:
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
TZARMAGGEDON (GB) (-) (4lb)
Ch g Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Armageddon
Mr J.R Dwyer and Mr B. Smart
3 8-12 (8)
Tom Kiely-Marshall (5)
Bryan Smart, Hambleton
Br Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Sergei Prokofiev gelding Closely related to useful 6f winner Chief Mankato. Dam 2-y-o 6f winner TFRHHIII BHA-
9
VIPER (GB) (15) (4lb) 0
3 8-12 (9)
B g Zoustar (AUS) - Classic Code (IRE) P. J. McDonald
Bond Thoroughbred Limited
Brian Ellison, Malton
Br Bond Thoroughbred Limited Churchill Tyres
TIMEFORMVIEW£1,000 Zoustar gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to smart winner up to 11f Requisition out of Irish 1000 Guineas winner Saoire Stuck to it better than some when seventh on debut at Doncaster 2 weeks ago. TFRHHHII BHA-
10 LEELAWADEE
(GB) (-) (2lb)
B f Lope Y Fernandez (IRE) - Almond Branches
Made in Thailand
Br Mr J. A. Knox and Mrs M. A. Knox
3 8-9 (11)
Mark Winn
Michael Dods, Darlington
TIMEFORMVIEW Lope Y Fernandez filly Half-sister to 3 winners, including useful 7f/1m winner Ozymandis and 5f/6f winner Spring Bloom Dam 5f winner (including at 2 yrs) Interesting newcomer TFRHHHHI BHA-
11 WEE DRESSER
(GB) (32) (4lb) 0
3 8-7 (10)
B f Lightning Spear - Lady Clarissa Greg Fairley
L & L Racing and Partner
Br Newhall Estate Farm
Katie Scott, Galashiels
Katie Scott Racing Syndicate
TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 9 in maiden at this C&D (150/1) on debut 32 days ago.
2025: FOUR FIFTY 3 9 0 Sam James 16-1 (Craig Lidster) 12 ran
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 6.
TFRHIIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
Probable S.P’s: 8-13 Noelan Star (GER), 10-1 Horu Kanu (GB), Viper (GB), 14-1 Record Day (GB), 18-1 Leelawadee (GB), 22-1 Whernside (GB), 33-1 Tzarmaggedon (GB), 66-1 Billyjoegold (GB), Eagle Thunder (GB), 100-1 Balmoral Boy (IRE), 150-1 Wee Dresser (GB)
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
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CHECK YOUR TICKETS
Customers of the Boards and Rails bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately on receipt, as mistakes cannot be rectified after the “off”. Customers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until after the weigh-in, as immediate payment will be made only on production of the original ticket. All tickets will remain valid for one month.
THE FREE TIPS DAILY ON attheraces.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)
Total prize fund £15200 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £6276, 2nd £3139, 3rd £1569, 4th £784, 5th £392. (Penalty Value £7955.68) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R & P Fahey (77 wins from 699 runners, 11%) runs STRIKE RED TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Watson (4 wins from 17 runners, 24%) runs ALBASHEER
LONGEST TRAVELLER: ALBASHEER trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, 284 miles.
Unexposed EVENING SAIGON has won fresh previously and is fancied to make it 2-2 on the all-weather A case can be made for plenty of the others, notably Strike Red and Toyotomi, who had form in higher grades last year.
1 TOYOTOMI (FR) (183) 440005-
B g Blue Point (IRE) - Tribune (FR)
Jinky Farms
Daniel Tudhope
David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Br Ecurie Des Monceaux Jinky Farms
TIMEFORMVIEWHit the frame in a Group 3 on stable debut last summer, and with sights lowered, ran creditably to finish fifth of 8 at Goodwood in October. Needs considering on first start since a gelding operation. TFRHHHHI BHA95
2 ALBASHEER (IRE) (25) 054/3-04 CD
Ch g Shamardal (USA) - Mutebah (IRE)
Taylor’s Bloodstock Ltd
Br Shadwell Estate Company Limited
9-9 (7)
Hollie Doyle
Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Taylor Group (Yorkshire) Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual C&D winner looked to be working his way back to form when fourth of 7 in a better race here last time and isn’t ruled out if building on that TFRHHHII BHA95
3 THE CALTONIAN (GB) (66) 0046-10 CD BF
B g Swiss Spirit - Azelle
Mr John Murphy & Miss L A Perratt
7 9-7 (5)
Kieran O’Neill
Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Br Winston Cartmel North Allerton Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed fourth C&D success in January but arrives on the back of a break, having proved a let-down when well-beaten favourite over 5f here the following month. TFRHHHII BHA93
4 WICKET KEEPER (IRE) (17) 11042-4 D
4 9-4 (2)
B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Tralong Bay (IRE) Cam Hardie Northgate Racing & Partner Antony Brittain, Warthill
Br Rathbarry Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWLow-mileage 4-y-o won twice for Edward Bethell (sold for 55,000 gns), and despite long odds, proved at least as good as ever when fourth of 14 in a slightly lower grade here on stable debut TFRHHHII BHA90
5 PADDY’S DAY (IRE) (17) 61-4335 C D
B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Elusive Gold (IRE)
6 9-3 (10)
Alex Jary (3) ONTOAWINNER 1
Nigel Tinkler, Malton
Br Tom McDonald www.ontoawinner.net
TIMEFORM VIEW Continued run of good form when fifth of 14 in C&D handicap last time, doing best of those close up, and this 7-time course winner should give his running again TFRHHHII BHA89
6 EVENING SAIGON (IRE) (156) 132/10- D
4 9-3 (6)
B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Hoodna (IRE) Callum Rodriguez Wathnan Racing Hamad Al Jehani, GB
Br Tally-Ho Stud Damsa Holding Company W.L.L
TIMEFORMVIEWLookedasprinthandicappertofollowwhenusefulwinneronall-weatherdebut/reappearance atChelmsfordlast Octoberandhavinglikely found the race coming too soon at Doncaster the following month, he looks well worth another chance on just his sixth career start. TFRHHHHH BHA89
7 STRIKE RED (IRE) (156) 200000- CD
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Capulet Monteque (IRE)
8 9-0 (9)
Billy Garritty
Mr Peter Timmins Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton
Br Yeomanstown Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up in the Stewards’ Cup at Goodwood in August but has come back down the handicap following a quiet end to the season Looks interesting in this grade and could feature prominently if ready to roll TFRHHHHI BHA86
1-2-3: 1.EVENING SAIGON (IRE) 2.STRIKE RED (IRE) 3.TOYOTOMI (FR)
KEY Owner Breeding
Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
GRANT WOOD (IRE) (24) 000-114 CD
Gr g Caravaggio (USA) - Azagba (FR)
Whitehills Racing Syndicate
8-12 (1)
Jason Hart
Paul Midgley, Westow
Br C. Marnane Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWEnhanced fine record at this track with back-to-back C&D wins prior to shaping as if still in form (not ideally placed) when fourth on his hat-trick bid at Wolverhampton last time. Does find himself in better company here, though TFRHHHII BHA84
9 WILLIAM DEWHIRST
(IRE) (25) 16132-0 CD 6 8-7 (3)
B g Sioux Nation (USA) - Two Pass (IRE)
Racing Knights, Nicol, Tocher & Cleevely
Br Summerhill & Camas Park
Andrew Mullen
Ben Haslam, Middleham
TIMEFORM VIEW Prolific winner at this track over the winter of 2024/25 but has presumably had issues since and he shaped as if amiss returning from a year off here last time TFRHHIII BHA79
10 CAJETAN (GB) (11) 00-3000 CD 5 8-5 (8)
B g Advertise - South Bay
RJH Ltd and Facts & Figures
James Sullivan
Ruth Carr, Stillington
Br Barton Stud Partnership William Hill
TIMEFORM VIEW Has gone backwards since a promising stable debut at Wolverhampton in February and it’s hard to be confident that more severe headgear will spark a revival. TFRHHIII BHA77
2025: THE TURPINATOR (IRE) 8 9 3 Oliver Stammers 14-1 (Grant Tuer) 13 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Blinkers worn first time by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 2, 3. Stewards Note:
THE CALTONIAN: Following its run on 6/2/2026 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.
EVENING SAIGON: Following its run on 8/11/2025 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.
GRANT WOOD: Following its run on 20/3/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed in the straight.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Evening Saigon (IRE), 5-1 Wicket Keeper (IRE), 7-1 Paddy’s Day (IRE), 8-1 Albasheer (IRE), Grant Wood (IRE), 10-1 Toyotomi (FR), Strike Red (IRE), 12-1 The Caltonian (GB), 33-1 Cajetan (GB), 40-1 William Dewhirst (IRE)
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FIFTH RACE 7.30
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MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £10000 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533. (Penalty Value £5400) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R & P Fahey (77 wins from 699 runners, 11%) runs TOO DARN SPICY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Dr R Newland & J Insole (5 wins from 22 runners, 23%) runs SOVEREIGN BAY LONGEST TRAVELLERS: EDDAARI trained by S & E Crisford, FAR FAR OUT trained by R Varian, ALEMBIC trained by Sir M Prescott, all Newmarket, 241 miles.
EDDAARI still didn’t look the finished article when runner-up over C&D in November and the type to make up into a better 3-y-o, he receives the vote Market support for well-connected newcomer Far Far Out would put a slightly different slant on things, though.
colours no horse age st
1 ALEMBIC (GB) (12) 06
3 9-1 (4)
Gr g Study of Man (IRE) - Alvarita Luke Morris
The Alembic Partnership
Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket
Br Miss K. Rausing Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Appeals on pedigree but one for the longer term, 80/1 when sixth of 13 in novice at Kempton (1m) 12 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
2 EDDAARI (GB) (137) 632-
Ch c New Bay - Lunearia (IRE)
Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum
Br Lofts Hall Stud
3 9-1 (2)
Harry Davies
Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Similar form all 3 starts last autumn, 7/4 when second of 12 in novice over this C&D. That sets the standard and he’s open to progress as a 3-y-o. TFRHHHHH BHA80
3 FAR FAR OUT (IRE) (-)
B c Kingman - Forever Be (IRE)
3 9-1 (5)
Jack Mitchell
Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd Roger Varian, Newmarket
Br Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Kingman colt. Dam, French 1 1/2m winner, sister to smart 1 1/2m-1 3/4m winner Ghostwatch. One for shortlist on debut given connections, particularly if the market vibes are positive. TFRHHHHI BHA-
4 HEATHERS FEATHER (IRE) (-)
3 9-1 (1)
Ch g Space Blues (IRE) - Spring Mist Barry McHugh
Mr S. Rain Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor
Br Godolphin probio energy international ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW 1,000 gns 3-y-o, Space Blues gelding. Closely related to useful 2-y-o 7f winner Courageous Knight TFRHHIII BHA-
5 MASTER OF ENTROPY (GB) (199) 0-
3 9-1 (7)
B or Br c Mohaather - Hyperactive Jason Hart
Ms Janelle Cao John & Sean Quinn, Malton
Br J. Ferguson, Culworth Grounds & Partners JJ Quinn Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 9 in novice (11/4) at Haydock (7f, good) on debut Off 6 months and has had a breathing operation. TFRHHIII BHA-
6 SHOWCASING STAR (IRE) (23) 22
3 9-1 (6)
Ch g Showcasing - Pirouette Queen Connor Beasley
Mr Jaber Abdullah Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Johnston Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWWellbackedupagainstonethatsetafairstandardandheshowedplentytoworkonwhensecondin3-runnermaidenatWolverhampton last month. Didn’t build on that when occupying same spot over C&D 3 weeks ago but he’s in the right hands. TFRHHHII BHA7
B g New Bay - Holy Roman Empress (IRE) Hollie Doyle
China Horse Club International Limited Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich
Br China Horse Club International Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on debut over C&D in February and matched that form when third of 5 in novice at Lingfield 44 days ago. Hood on first time and he’s open to progress TFRHHHII BHA-
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8 TOO DARN SPICY (GB) (25) 35
B f Too Darn Hot - Betty Crean L A (IRE)
Mr R. A. Fahey
Br Silverdale Bloodstock Limited
3 8-10 (3)
Cam Hardie
Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising-enough debut over C&D but went backwards from that when fifth of 11 in maiden at this course 25 days ago. Step back up in trip has to be in her favour TFRHHIII BHA-
2025: JOWDDAH (IRE) 3 9 1 Ray Dawson EVENS (Roger Varian) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Hood worn first time by No. 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.
Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Eddaari (GB), 11-4 Far Far Out (IRE), 13-2 Showcasing Star (IRE), 9-1 Sovereign Bay (FR), 16-1 Too Darn Spicy (GB), 40-1 Master of Entropy (GB), 66-1 Alembic (GB), 80-1 Heathers Feather (IRE)
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THE FREE RACE REPLAYS ON attheraces.com 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): I Jardine (59 wins from 620 runners, 10%) runs LADY DELILA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): I Furtado (4 wins from 17 runners, 24%) runs TEGGY LASSO LONGEST TRAVELLER: TEGGY LASSO trained by I Furtado, Easingwold, 181 miles.
Lightly-raced TEGGY LASSO looks up to winning in this company. Book of Life and Barleybrown need considering on recent form, while The Cookstown Cafu is worth noting in the betting.
1 THE COOKSTOWN CAFU (GB) (105) 505066- CD
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Miss Delila (USA)
Daniel Tudhope
Dudley Hill Farm Ltd Fionn McSharry, Sheriff Hutton
Br Highbank Stud LLP
TIMEFORM VIEW Extended long losing run (since winning over C&D in October 2024) when sixth of 12 in handicap here last December, though could be significant that Daniel Tudhope (2-2) is back aboard for this drop in grade. TFRHHHHI BHA59
2 BARLEYBROWN (GB) (17) 54044-3 CD 6 9-9 (5)
B g Zoustar (AUS) - Shozita Joanna Mason
Mr Sean Barley Ruth Carr, Stillington
Br Mr Oliver Pawle William Hill
TIMEFORM VIEW Encouraging third of 9 on reappearance here last time (second has won since) and remains 1lb lower than his latest C&D success. TFRHHHHI BHA59
3 ROCKET ROD (IRE) (48) 53/0D4/-0 CD
B g Australia - Tessa Reef (IRE)
Mr M Gilgeous, Mr C Seeney & Partner
Br Camas Park
9 9-8 (2)
Sean Kirrane
Geoffrey Harker, Thirsk
TIMEFORMVIEW Made little impact on return from 2 years off here in late-February and has something to prove TFRHHIII BHA58
4 MERCURIUS POWER (IRE) (31) 20-5336 CD
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Dame Hester (IRE)
8 9-8 (9)
George Wood
Mr Tony Hession Jessica Macey, Doncaster
Br Dame Hester Partnership Racing Welfare
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner finished third in back-to-back all-weather handicaps before underperforming when sixth of 9 at Southwell on latest start. TFRHHHII BHA58
5 BOOK OF LIFE (GB) (7) 424624
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Inspiriter
6 9-7 (11)
David Nolan
MLS Racing and Partners Patrick Morris, Prescot
Br Godolphin
TIMEFORM VIEW Well-treated sort isn’t the most straightforward, but he looks worth another chance, having been left with plenty to do when fourth of 10 at Wolverhampton last time TFRHHHHI BHA57
6
(IRE)
Gr g Expert Eye - Silver Step (FR) Oisin McSweeney
(8)
Dudley Hill Farm Ltd Fionn McSharry, Sheriff Hutton
Br Mountain View Stud & J.C B/Stock
TIMEFORM VIEW Returns over a more suitable trip having weakened to finish sixth of 12 at Southwell (11f) in late-December, and the market should guide with yard also saddling The Cookstown Cafu TFRHHIII BHA56
7 TEGGY LASSO (IRE) (16) 0/0-0453
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Duchesse (IRE) Jason Hart
Alfa Site Services Ltd & Wendy O’Leary Ivan Furtado, Easingwold
Br B. & A. Kennedy & Irish National Stud TIMEFORMVIEWLow-mileage 4-y-o was well backed when a non-stayer over longer trip here and wasn’t ideally placed when third in first-time cheekpieces at Southwell last time Tongue strap now added to the mix, and he makes appeal in a field of largely exposed runners. TFRHHHHH BHA55
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
8
TRAIS FLUORS (GB) (17) 140054 CD 12 9-4 (4)
B or Br g Dansili - Trois Lunes (FR)
Miss L. A. Perratt
Br SCEA Haras de Saint Pair
Alex Jary (3)
Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
North Allerton Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran is seemingly going through the motions at present, again slowly away when fourth of 9 over C&D on latest start. TFRHHIII BHA54
9 SASSY GLORY
(IRE) (16) 24104-0 CD 5 9-2 (7)
B m Oasis Dream - Sassy Gal (IRE)
URSA Major & Mark Walford Racing Club
Kyle McHugh (7)
Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Br Ringfort Stud Ltd Cube3 Construction
TIMEFORM VIEW Best not judged on her reappearance at Doncaster last time, though still 4lb higher than when belatedly opening her account over C&D last September. TFRHHIII BHA52
10 LADY DELILA (IRE) (27) 05-0332 BF 6 8-13 (1)
B m The Gurkha (IRE) - The Night Lady
Cam Hardie
Iain Jardine Racing Ltd Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Br Alexandre & Yvonne Arrault
Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWLong-standing maiden was arguably unlucky not to break her duck in a Wolverhampton minor event last time, and while worth a go in more severe headgear, she has more on her plate back in a handicap. TFRHHHII BHA49
11 FALAISE BLANC (FR) (32) 31220-0 C
4 8-12 (3)
B g Whitecliffsofdover (USA) - Shadow of The Day (FR) Greg Fairley
Katie Scott Racing Syndicate
Br SAS Regnier & San Gabriel Inv Inc
Katie Scott, Galashiels
Katie Scott Racing Syndicate
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained breakthrough success in lower grade at this track (1 1/4m) in August and should be better for reappearance in a minor event here last time TFRHHHII BHA48
2025: POP FAVORITE 7 8 9 Kieran O’Neill 6-1 (Scott Dixon) 9 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
Visor worn first time by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 11.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 5, 7, 9.
Stewards Note:
LADY DELILA: Following its run on 17/3/2026 it was reported that the horse was restless and slowly away.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Teggy Lasso (IRE), 5-1 Barleybrown (GB), 13-2 Book of Life (GB), 8-1 Lady Delila (IRE), 10-1 The Cookstown Cafu (GB), 12-1 Mercurius Power (IRE), 14-1 Trais Fluors (GB), 16-1 Berkshire Phantom (IRE), Sassy Glory (IRE), Falaise Blanc (FR), 40-1 Rocket Rod (IRE)
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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): J Goldie (71 wins from 580 runners, 12%) runs BONITO CAVALO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): B Smart (1 win from 6 runners, 17%) runs DC COGENT LONGEST TRAVELLER: BRIAN THE SNAIL trained by P Morris, Prescot, 173 miles.
HOVER ON THE WIND probably should have won off this mark last time and is taken to make amends Darlo Pride could prove well treated if building on his Southwell third, while Rock of England is entitled to make more impact with his reappearance behind him.
1
B g No Nay Never (USA) - Casila (IRE)
The Beer Stalkers & Partner
Br Camas Park, Lynch Bages & Summerhill
Barry McHugh
Paul Midgley, Westow
TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful over C&D in December and having looked unlucky not to win again when close third of 6 in a handicap at Southwell last time, he makes plenty of appeal off an unchanged mark. TFRHHHHH BHA70
2 DC COGENT (GB) (34) 642-364 CD
B g Washington DC (IRE) - Analytical
Mr J.R Dwyer and Mr B. Smart
4 9-6 (3)
Paul Mulrennan
Bryan Smart, Hambleton
Br Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed the odds in C&D maiden last March but 0-11 in handicaps since, for all he again ran respectably when fourth of 11 at Southwell on latest start.
3 BLUE FORCE (IRE) (9) 650563 CD
B g Blue Point (IRE) - Miss Fay (IRE)
John and Tony Jarvis and Partner
Br Mr & Mrs Reddy Coffey
TFRHHHII BHA67
5 9-3 (1)
Cam Hardie
Antony Brittain, Warthill
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual course winner had no excuses when creditable third in Wolverhampton handicap last time and the draw hasn’t been as kind on this occasion. TFRHHHII BHA64
4 DARLO PRIDE (GB) (34) 04-0503 CD
6 9-2 (9)
Gr g Outstrip - Doric Lady Sean Kirrane ursa major racing ltd and M Dods Michael Dods, Darlington
Br Clive Dennett
Denton Hall Racing Ltd, Steadfast Wealth Management Ltd
TFRHHHHI BHA63
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner hasn’t got his head in front for a while, but he did well to finish a close third of 12 at Southwell last time and remains on a handy mark.
5 HERAKLES (IRE) (16) 6244-44 CD 6 9-1 (2)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Air of Mystery
Mr A. Bell & Mr P. T. Midgley
Br Mr Donal Boylan
Mark Winn
Paul Midgley, Westow
TIMEFORMVIEW Did best of those held up when fourth of 11 in a Southwell handicap last time and now only 2lb higher than for his latest success over C&D.
6 ROCK OF ENGLAND (IRE) (18) 12543-0 D
Ch g Unfortunately (IRE) - Miss Fay (IRE)
TFRHHHII BHA62
9-1 (10)
Jason Hart
Mr D. Padgett Paul Midgley, Westow
Br Mr & Mrs Reddy Coffey
TIMEFORM VIEW Back on his last winning mark having shaped better than the result on Southwell comeback and needs considering from what is likely to prove a handy draw
TFRHHHHI BHA62
7 GANESHA (GB) (66) 422-000 CD 5 9-1 (8)
B g Showcasing - My Lea (IRE) Rowan Scott
Mr J Toes & Mr J O’Loan
Phillip Makin, Leyburn
Br Whitsbury Manor Stud Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Again out of sorts on latest start over C&D in early-February, though reasonable to think this previous C&D winner can be more competitive following a break. TFRHHHII BHA62
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
Gr g Zebedee - Sweet Irish
The Pat Morris Racing Club
Br Mr A. Kirwan
William Pyle (3)
Patrick Morris, Prescot
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran C&D winner has been more miss than hit this year, reverting to his slow-starting ways when well beaten at Wolverhampton on latest start. TFRHHIII BHA60
9 ZUFFOLO (IRE) (137) 515000- CD
B g Bungle Inthejungle - Red Red Rose
R R D Saunders and Partner
(4)
Connor Beasley
Michael Dods, Darlington
Br Mrs Anne Marie Burns Denton Hall Racing Ltd TIMEFORMVIEW Returns off 1lb higher than when successful in a slightly lesser grade here last autumn, having been very much in a lull when well beaten over C&D in late-November TFRHHIII BHA58
10 BONITO CAVALO
(GB) (38) 000-000 CD
B g Orientor - Eternal Instinct
Whitestonecliffe Racing Partnership
Br Goldie Racing Limited
(5)
Lauren Young (5)
Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Jim Goldie Racing TIMEFORMVIEW Six-time course winner was more prominent in the betting dropped in grade here last time (9/2) but fared no better and continues badly out of sorts. TFRHHIII BHA52
2025: CREATIF (IRE) 4 9 9 Daniel Tudhope 16-5 (David O’Meara) 7 ran
Hood worn by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 9. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 8.
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Hover On The Wind (IRE), 11-2 Darlo Pride (GB), 7-1 Herakles (IRE), 15-2 Dc Cogent (GB), 8-1 Blue Force (IRE), 10-1 Rock of England (IRE), 14-1 Ganesha (GB), Bonito Cavalo (GB), 16-1 Brian The Snail (IRE), Zuffolo (IRE)
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 5.30 - THE DOWNLOAD THE AT THE RACES APP 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 only, 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. April 11th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 4th, 2026, for each race won 6lb. SKY SPORTS RACING 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, 1 at £6 and 13 at £31. - Closed April 7th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) SS
SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 6.00 - THE SKY SPORTS RACING SKY 415 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 only, 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. April 11th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 4th, 2026, for each race won 6lb. SKY SPORTS RACING 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 19 entries at £31. - Closed April 7th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 6.30 - THE SKY SPORTS RACING VIRGIN 512 RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands B, C and D) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4320 to the winning horse The second to receive £2028, the third £1014 and the fourth £507. for novice three, four and five yrs old only, which are in Bands B, C and D. Enter by noon, April 7th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 2lb; fillies 8st 11lb 4-y-o and 5-y-o colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band C from Band B 2lb Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). SKY SPORTS RACING will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 17 entries at £40. - Closed April 7th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3414; Second £1706; Third £854; Fourth £426. (Penalty Value £4320) SS SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 7.00 - THE FREE TIPS DAILY ON attheraces.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7955 to the winning horse The second to receive £3733, the third £1865, the fourth £933 and the fifth £465. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 76-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97; such horses rated 75 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £76 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £61 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 4th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. SKY SPORTS RACING 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 at £76. - Closed April 7th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6276; Second £3139; Third £1569; Fourth £784; Fifth £392. (Penalty Value £7955.68) SS SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 7.30 - THE FREE BETS ON attheraces.com MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5400 to the winning horse The second to receive £2535, the third £1268 and the fourth £634. for maiden three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, April 7th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 1lb; fillies 8st 10lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb. SKY SPORTS RACING 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 April 7th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (Penalty Value £5400) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 8.00 - THE FREE RACE REPLAYS ON attheraces.com 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 46-60 (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. April 11th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 4th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. SKY SPORTS RACING 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 13 entries, 1 at £6 and 12 at £31. - Closed April 7th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320; Fifth £160. (Penalty Value £3245.08) Weights raised 1lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 8.30 - THE FOLLOW @attheraces ON INSTAGRAM 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 50 and below). £38 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 11th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 4th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. SKY SPORTS RACING 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 at £38. - Closed April 7th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3138; Second £1569; Third £784; Fourth £392; Fifth £196. (Penalty Value £3977.84) SS
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