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David Ideson EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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Nothing matters more to us when racing than the safety and welfare of both horse and rider. Central to that is the track itself and our groundstaff do everything in their power to provide an optimum racing surface. On duty today we also have a dedicated and experienced team of highly-qualified Vets, Doctors and Paramedics following the action at every stage. Their key responsibility is to monitor and provide care to the competitors throughout their time at the racecourse The locations and vehicle movements of these skilled specialists during racing are designed to provide a rapid response to any incident across the site We also have a high-specification horse ambulance in attendance at every fixture to enable safe transport of a horse from the track to our on-site veterinary treatment facility for further treatment, or to the nearest equine referral hospital
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TUESDAY 02 APRIL (UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)
STEWARDS OF THE MEETING
LOUISE MOORE (Chief Steward), CAROLINE ROBINSON (Stewards’ Panel Chair), BETH DOWSWELL, NATHAN GREEN, GREG PEARSON
STARTERS
ROBERT SUPPLE
SEAMUS O’NEILL
JUDGE
MICHAEL ROBERTS
CLERK OF THE SCALES
CLAUDIA MARELLI
VETERINARY OFFICER
TBA
SENIOR VETERINARY SURGEON
ANDREW MILLS
SENIOR MEDICAL OFFICER
Dr STUART COWEN
MEDICAL OFFICER
Dr DAVE DAVIES
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RHONDA BODEN
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
JOANNA VICKERS
STUART SHILSTON
MICHAEL TURNER
COMMENTATOR
TIM PETERS
BETTING RING MANAGER
MIKE STEVEN
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
DAVID IDESON
GENERAL MANAGER & DESIGNATED
SAFEGUARDING LEAD
ANTHONY GLEDHILL
CLERK OF THE COURSE
FERGUS CAMERON
RACEDAY
PHOTOGRAPHER JONATHAN HIPKISS
CROSS COUNTER - making a winning debut in the 32Red.com
EBF Novice Stakes here on 9th December 2017 Less than 12 months later, he became the first British-trained winner of the race that stops a nation - the prestigious Melbourne Cup.
jockeys silks
form guide
previous performances
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CD = course & distance winner horse’s name and birthplace saddlecloth number
Bold type shows All Weather form
C = course winner
D = distance winner
draw age weight st-lb days since last ran
3 CROSS COUNTER (GB) (100) 11-11 CD
2 9-2 (2)
B c Teofilo (IRE) - Waitress (USA) Adam Kirby
Godolphin
Charlie Appleby, Newmarket Br Godolphin Emirates S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 5. Teofilo colt. Dam, 6f/7f winner, half-sister to useful 1m winner Woven Lace out of very smart 5f/6f winner Do The Honours. One to note on debut
TFR HHHHH BHA100
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Jockey Trainer Sponsor Star Ratings Explained
Each horse is given a star rating, these are defined below: S Br
HHHHH Selected to win the race
HHHHI Good chance of being placed
HHHII By no means without a chance
HHIII At least one or two hold stronger claims
HIIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope IIIII Can be given little or no chance
The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability.
The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).
The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating
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FIRST RACE 4.55
ONE MILE, FOUR FURLONGS ABOUT 51 YARDS [12F ABT 51YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE TIPS FOR EVERY RACE AT raceday-ready.com APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £5700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2354, 2nd £1177, 3rd £588, 4th £294, 5th £147. (Penalty Value £2983.38) A SS
RACE STATS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Carroll (85 wins from 934 runners, 9%) runs MOON OVER THE SEA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D M Simcock (3 wins from 11 runners, 27%) runs KINGSTON JOY LONGEST TRAVELLER: STILL STANDING trained by A Dunn, Wellington, 147 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
VIRTUAL HUG has been in good order since the turn of the year and, still on a fair mark, he is taken to add to his C&D success in February. Next on the list is Moon Over The Sea, who has also been holding his form well in recent months. Kingston Joy and Pittsburg should both be on the premises, too.
1-2-3: 1.VIRTUAL HUG (IRE) 2.MOON OVER THE SEA 3.KINGSTON JOY (IRE)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
PLAY SMARTER
colours no horse age st lb Draw
1 MOON OVER THE SEA (GB) (10) 0-31513 CD 5 9-9 (4)
B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Veiled Beauty (USA) Jack Doughty (7)
Mr D. J. Oseman
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Chasemore Farm Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Three wins from 13 runs last year Creditable third of 8 in handicap (11/2) at this course (9.5f) 10 days ago, nearest finish. Back up in trip and can make his presence felt. TFRHHHHI BHA55
2 VIRTUAL HUG (IRE) (18) 344152 CD
6 9-8 (1)
B g Buratino (IRE) - Cotton Camera (IRE) Paddy Bradley
SAS Logistics Contracts Ltd Nikki Evans
Nikki Evans, Abergavenny
Br Oghill House Stud Radnor Hills
TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner Latest win here in February. Good second of 11 in handicap (10/3) at this course (14f) 18 days ago, running on Expected to be bang there. TFRHHHHH BHA54
3 KINGSTON JOY (IRE) (10) 0-02042 D
5 9-7 (8)
B m Kingston Hill - Archetypal (IRE) Connor Planas
Tick Tock Partnership David Simcock, Newmarket
Br Mr Patrick Sadlier
TIMEFORM VIEW Good second of 9 in handicap at this course (9.5f, 18/1) 10 days ago, no match for winner Back up in trip and merits respect off the same mark. TFRHHHII BHA53
4 PITTSBURG (IRE) (14) 636-414
8 9-6 (2)
B g Sageburg (IRE) - Constant Approach (IRE) Ethan Jones (5)
Mr R. D. Potter Ryan Potter, Sellack
Br John Fitzgerald
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Kempton in March Creditable fourth of 11 in handicap at this C&D (11/4) 14 days ago, left poorly placed Place possibilities.
5 TABLES TURNED (GB) (14) 5-33465
5 9-6 (7)
Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Mesa Fresca (USA) Grace McEntee
Mr Jamie O’Hara Phil McEntee, Newmarket
Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable fifth of 11 in handicap (10/1) at this C&D 14 days ago but record stands at 0-15 and likely to come up short once more.
6 STILL STANDING (IRE) (17) 0-06003
Ch g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Il Palazzo (USA)
BHA52
9 9-2 (3)
Brandon Wilkie (3)
West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd Alexandra Dunn, Wellington
Br D. G. Iceton Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty-two runs since last win in 2021 5/2, creditable third of 9 in minor event at this C&D 17 days ago. Blinkers back on Chance if rediscovering old form TFR
7 BISCOFF JOE (GB) (17) 0500-00
BHA48
4 9-1 (5)
Ch g Cityscape - Royal Warranty Elle-May Croot (5)
The Regal Eagles Max Young, Sneads Green
Br Mr & Mrs C. Bonner Berkeley Carter Ltd TIMEFORMVIEW First run since leaving Syd Hosie when seventh of 9 in minor event (100/1) at this C&D 17 days ago, slowly away Cheekpieces on for 1st time Readily passed
8 ELLA’S ANGEL (GB) (22) 00000-0
Gr f Lethal Force (IRE) - Princess of Rock
4 9-0 (6)
Callum Hutchinson
Mr Tony Forbes Tony Forbes, Uttoxeter
Br Stuart & Sarah Matheson Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW First run since leaving Syd Hosie when ninth of 11 in minor event (200/1) at this course (9.5f) 22 days ago. Up in trip and it’s best to look elsewhere. TFRHIIII BHA38
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7. Hood worn by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 6.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Virtual Hug (IRE), 4-1 Moon Over The Sea (GB), 9-2 Pittsburg (IRE), 5-1 Kingston Joy (IRE), 13-2 Still Standing (IRE), 8-1 Tables Turned (GB), 100-1 Biscoff Joe (GB), 300-1 Ella’s Angel (GB)
7f 36y: Outside, Remainder: Inside
Customers requiring the services of the Betting Ring Manager today should speak to a member of the Racecourse staff for assistance
Racegoers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until ‘WEIGHED IN’ has been announced over the loud speaker
ONE MILE ABOUT 142 YARDS [8F ABT 142YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD
THE DOWNLOAD THE RACEDAY READY APP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £5700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2354, 2nd £1177, 3rd £588, 4th £294, 5th £147. (Penalty Value £2983.38) SS
RACE STATS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D M Loughnane (73 wins from 694 runners, 11%) runs EXCEPTIONALITY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Watson (3 wins from 25 runners, 12%) runs TAKEITYOUREMINE LONGEST TRAVELLER: SUPREME TENACITY trained by P Makin, Leyburn, 150 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
RUST E BOY has been placed twice over shorter trips here in recent months and might be able to get off the mark if his stamina holds now stepping back up in distance. Bitcoin Profit made a positive start for new trainer MaxYoung when second over 7f here last month and is second choice ahead of Trois Blancs
1-2-3: 1.RUST E BOY (IRE) 2.BITCOIN PROFIT (IRE) 3.TROIS BLANCS
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
colours no horse
1 TROIS BLANCS (GB) (18) 005-56
PLAY SMARTER
st lb Draw
9-11 (1)
Ch g Showcasing - Sediciosa (IRE) Callum Shepherd
Mr Douglas Boddy Richard Price, Hereford
Br Gestut Zur Kuste AG Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced maiden First run since leaving James Fanshawe when sixth of 8 in handicap at this course (7f) 18 days ago, making effort earlier than ideal. Back up in trip TFRHHHII BHA54
2 BITCOIN PROFIT (IRE) (18) 636-252
9-11 (2)
B g Profitable (IRE) - Enilda (FR) Kieran O’Neill
The Non Profits Max Young, Sneads Green
Br Mark Player & Tinnakill Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW First run since leaving Henry Spiller when creditable second of 8 in handicap at this course (7f, 7/1) 18 days ago, sticking to
3 EXCEPTIONALITY (IRE) (14) 000 9-8 (8)
B c Expert Eye - Azma (USA) Billy Loughnane
Promenade Bloodstock Limited Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster Br
4 RUST E BOY (IRE) (18) 03-5253 BF 9-5 (6)
B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Elysium Dream Rossa Ryan
Mr P. D. Evans David Evans, Abergavenny
5
B g Land Force (IRE) - Miss Mediator (USA) Mark Winn (3)
Michael Harley and Ben Thomas John Norton, Barnsley
Br Mr W. A. Tinkler
VIEW Lightly-raced maiden Tenth of 12 in handicap at this course (7f, 125/1) 73 days ago.
6 SUPREME TENACITY (IRE) (24) 32-6500
9-3 (4)
B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Last Laugh (USA) John Egan
E Hughes & P Makin Phillip Makin, Leyburn
Br Imperial Crown Syndicate TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form Seventh of 8 in C&D handicap 24 days ago.
7 LIGHTNING BAY (GB) (19) 0-00054
9-3 (7)
B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Night Lily (IRE) Paddy Bradley (3)
Mr K. Snell John Butler, Newmarket
Br Mr K. Snell
TIMEFORM VIEW 28/1 and visored first time, fourth of 6 in handicap at Chelmsford (1m) 19 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals. Tongue strap on first time
HHHII BHA45
TAKEITYOUREMINE (IRE) (11) 6026 9-3 (3)
B f Invincible Army (IRE) - Lisa Gherardini (IRE)
Laura Coughlan (3)
Mr A. M. B. Watson Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Br Grange & Manister House Studs
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden 25/1 and cheekpieces on first time, creditable sixth of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (1m) 11 days ago. Others more persuasive. TFRHHHII BHA45
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 8. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 5.
Stewards Note:
TROIS BLANCS: Following its run on 15/3/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free and hung both ways.
EXCEPTIONALITY: Following its run on 19/3/2024 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.
RUST E BOY: Following its run on 15/3/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Rust E Boy (IRE), 3-1 Bitcoin Profit (IRE), 9-2 Trois Blancs (GB), 12-1 Lightning Bay (GB), Takeityouremine (IRE), 16-1 Exceptionality (IRE), 22-1 Supreme Tenacity (IRE), 150-1 Red Hatter (GB)
Customers of the Boards and Rails bookmakers should check their itemised tickets upon 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 only be made on production of the original ticket Tickets remain valid for one month.
THIRD RACE 6.00
ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 104 YARDS FOR MAIDEN THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE GET RACEDAY READY MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £7300 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3115, 2nd £1557, 3rd £779, 4th £389. (Penalty Value £3942) SS
RACE STATS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D Loughnane (58 wins from 534 runners, 11%) runs TAKES TIME TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Mulholland (3 wins from 20 runners, 15%) runs A TWIST OF TIME
LONGEST TRAVELLERS: PIQUE’ trained by J Fanshawe, KING’S CORONATION & ROLAND GARROS trained by J & T Gosden, TRAVOLTA trained by J Ferguson, all Newmarket, 125 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
KING’S CORONATION showed lots of promise once he grasped what was required on his recent course debut and can leave that behind and strike at the second time of asking Hampden was placed over C&D on his final juvenile start and should have more to offer this year so he’s taken to fill the forecast spot ahead of Dream Ocean. The selection’s debuting stablemate Roland Garros would also need considering if the betting suggests he’s fancied
1-2-3: 1.KING’S CORONATION 2.HAMPDEN (IRE) 3.DREAM OCEAN (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
colours no horse age st lb Draw
1 ROYAL OBSERVATORY (GB) (18) 05
4 10-2 (7)
Ch g Siyouni (FR) - Vue Fantastique (FR) Ben Sanderson (3)
Miss Lauren Frost Kevin Frost, Newark
Br Newsells Park Stud Kevin Frost Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Comfortably held in 2 bumpers/Flat novices. More one for handicaps down the line TFRHIIII BHA-
2 THE FLYING FALCO (GB) (108)
4 10-2 (5)
B g Falco (USA) - Whocalledmespeedy (IRE) George Rooke
Mr B. Preece James Evans, Kinnersley
Br Elusive Bloodstock & Mrs S. Keys The Little Jet Company Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Remote fifth of 10 in bumper at Hereford on debut in December. Big outsider switched to the Flat TFRHIIII BHA-
3 AMSERDA (GB) (-)
4 9-11 (10)
B f Time Test - Parthenos William Cox
Mr Timothy Jones James Evans, Kinnersley
Br Brookside Breeders Club The Little Jet Company Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW2,000 gns Time Test filly Dam unraced half-sister to useful 7f-1m winner Law of The Range. Would be a shock winner on debut TFRHIIII BHA-
4 A TWIST OF TIME (IRE) (18) 0
5 9-11 (4)
Gr m Time Test - Altruiste Liam Keniry
A Twist of Time Syndicate Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br M. S. and C. S. Griffiths R S Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in 2 bumpers for Robert Walford 125/1, tailed off in C&D novice on Flat/ yard debut 18 days ago. Outsider TFRHIIII BHA-
5 ONE COLOUR (IRE) (10) 0
5 9-11 (9)
Ch m Teofilo (IRE) - Bluefire Grace McEntee (3)
Mr D. Broadhurst
Max Young, Sneads Green
Br Godolphin Berkeley Carter Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner bumper winner for Rae Guest but well held on C&D Flat debut 10 days ago.
6 DREAM OCEAN (IRE) (188) 4-
TFRHIIII BHA-
3 8-13 (2)
B c Crystal Ocean - Dream of The Hill (IRE) Sean Levey
Palmer-Brown, Tyrrell, Paine & Partners
Br Blackwater Bloodstock Ltd
Richard Hannon, Marlborough
TIMEFORM VIEW 6/1, fourth of 5 in maiden at Goodwood (1 1/4m, soft) on debut in September
Off 6 months Open to improvement
7
HAMPDEN (IRE) (158) 352-
TFRHHHHI BHA-
3 8-13 (8)
B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Twilight Sky Rossa Ryan
O.T.I. Racing
Tom Ward, Upper Lambourn
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Smulders
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising individual. 9/2, second of 8 in C&D novice in October. Likely capable of even better in 2024
TFRHHHHI BHA80
8
KING’S CORONATION (GB) (14) 5
3 8-13 (3)
B c Kingman - Wekeela (FR) Oisin Murphy
Qatar Racing Limited John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Br The Wekeela Partnership Tweenhills Farm & Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Highly promising sort 4/1 and tongue strap on, fifth of 10 in novice at this course (8.6f) on debut 14 days ago, running green but keeping on encouragingly in the closing stages. Open to significant progress. TFRHHHHH BHA-
9 MARHABA MILLION (IRE) (-)
3 8-13 (13)
Ch c Galileo (IRE) - Kheleyf’s Silver (IRE) Richard Kingscote
Green Team Racing Owen Burrows, Lambourn
Br Coolmore Green Team Racing Stable
TIMEFORM VIEWBrother to 1m winner Koubalibre and useful 1m-1 1/4m winner Napa Valley and half-brother to very smart 2-y-o 5f/6f winner Tiggy Wiggy. Good pedigree and needs a betting check. TFRHHHII BHA-
10 ROLAND GARROS (GB) (-)
3 8-13 (6)
B c Nathaniel (IRE) - Robema Kieran Shoemark
Godolphin John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Br D. J. Weston Emirates Fly Better
TIMEFORMVIEW200,000 gns Nathaniel colt. Closely related to winner up to 8.5f Atlantic Sun and winner up to 1 1/4m Connect and half-brother to useful 2-y-o 6f winner Leontes. TFRHHHHI BHA-
11 TRAVOLTA (GB) (262) 534-
3 8-13 (1)
Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Hertford Dancer Daniel Muscutt
NAS Syndicate James Ferguson, Newmarket
Br Highclere Stud & Mrs Michelle Morris James Ferguson Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced gelding. Fourth of 8 in novice at Salisbury (7f, soft) when last seen in July Significantly up in trip with blinkers added on return.
12 PIQUE’ (GB) (158) 45-
TFRHHHII BHA80
3 8-8 (12)
Ch f Nathaniel (IRE) - Pongee Callum Shepherd
Fittocks Stud James Fanshawe, Newmarket
Br Fittocks Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Promise in 2 outings over 1m (turf/AW) last autumn Hooded first time on return. Likely capable of better TFRHHHII BHA-
13 TAKES TIME (GB) (-)
3 8-8 (11)
B f Time Test - On A Whim Laura Pearson
Mr Ian O’Connor David Loughnane, Tern Hill
Br Ian O’Connor Dave Loughnane Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Time Test filly Dam 9.5f-1 1/2m winner A watching brief is advised on debut
TFRHHIII BHA-
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 13 Hood worn first time by No. 12. Blinkers worn first time by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 11.
Stewards Note:
A TWIST OF TIME: Following its run on 15/3/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 King’s Coronation (GB), 9-2 Hampden (IRE), 11-2 Roland Garros (GB), 9-1 Pique’ (GB), 10-1 Marhaba Million (IRE), 12-1 Dream Ocean (IRE), Travolta (GB), 40-1 Takes Time (GB), 100-1 The Flying Falco (GB), Amserda (GB), 150-1 Royal Observatory (GB), 200-1 A Twist of Time (IRE), 300-1 One Colour (IRE)
The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares
Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration. All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post
The Management reserves the right to refuse admission to anyone and to remove any person from the racecourse, without assigning a reason for so doing and do not accept responsibility for loss or damage to persons or their property
FOURTH RACE 6.30
ABOUT SIX FURLONGS [6F ABT 20YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD FILLIES
THE FREE DIGITAL RACECARD AT raceday-ready.com FILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Total prize fund £7100 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2932, 2nd £1466, 3rd £733, 4th £366, 5th £183. (Penalty Value £3716.14) SS
RACE STATS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D Evans (73 wins from 610 runners, 12%) runs HOT FRONT TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K R Burke (4 wins from 21 runners, 19%) runs EMU WAR LONGEST TRAVELLER: MUSICAL DIVA trained by D O’Meara, Upper Helmsley, 155 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
SAY YOU’LL NEVER took a step forward when third in a 6f maiden at Chelmsford in February and, with that form proving strong, she’s selected to make a successful handicap debut Horse Whisperer is feared most ahead of Musical Diva.
1-2-3: 1.SAY YOU’LL NEVER (IRE) 2.HORSE WHISPERER (IRE) 3.MUSICAL DIVA (IRE)
KEY Owner Breeding Breeder Br Jockey Trainer Sponsor
PLAY SMARTER
colours no horse st lb Draw
1 HOT FRONT (IRE) (4) 54-4200 9-9 (5)
B f Soldier’s Call - Percolator Rossa Ryan
Mr Trevor Gallienne David Evans, Abergavenny
Br Ballyhane Emma Evans Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 12 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f, 12/1) 4 days ago. Blinkers on for 1st time
70
2 DELICACY (IRE) (140) 5640- 9-9 (1)
B f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Novat (IRE) Sean Levey
Highclere T’bred Racing-Agnes Martin 1 Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Br Denis and Mrs Teresa Bergin Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden 17/2, seventh of 9 in nursery at this course (7.2f) Off 140 days and shouldn’t be written off.
3 UNICO (GB) (7) 6165-30 D
Gr f Eqtidaar (IRE) - High Tan Connor Planas (3)
Ahmad Bintouq & Les Boyer Marco Botti, Newmarket
Br Seaton Partnership Marco Botti Ltd
VIEW Easy to back and ran below form in first-time cheekpieces when ninth of 10 in handicap (10/1) at Southwell (6.1f) last week Bit to prove
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Bl f Dabirsim (FR) - Snowbright Brandon Wilkie (5) Nick Bradley Racing 5 & E Burke K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Br S.C.E.A. Ecurie Biraben & A. Gilibert Hodkin & Jones
5 MUSICAL DIVA (IRE) (10) 3-11303 C
9-2 (4)
B f James Garfield (IRE) - Musical Bar (IRE) Jason Watson
Hambleton Racing Two Chances & Partner David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Br Rathbarry Stud Hambleton Racing Ltd
6 SAY YOU’LL NEVER (IRE) (47) 35-3
9-1 (2)
B f Oasis Dream - Savida (IRE) Neil Callan
Milan Racing Club & Partner Marco Botti, Newmarket
Br A & A Carli & F. Dunne Marco Botti Ltd
7 HORSE WHISPERER (IRE) (19) 12650-3
8-13 (3)
B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Verbalise (IRE) Silvestre De Sousa
Strawberry Fields Stud Chris Dwyer, Newmarket
Br Farmleigh Bloodstock Ltd TIMEFORMVIEW
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Blinkers worn first time by No. 1. Visor worn by No. 5.
Stewards Note:
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
HORSE WHISPERER: Following its run on 14/3/2024 it was reported that the horse became unbalanced under pressure.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Say You’ll Never (IRE), 4-1 Horse Whisperer (IRE), 5-1 Musical Diva (IRE), 13-2 Emu War (FR), 11-1 Delicacy (IRE), 12-1 Unico (GB), 14-1 Hot Front (IRE)
RACE RESULT: TIME
DISTANCE
1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH
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SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR NOVICE THREE, FOUR AND FIVE YRS OLD
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RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (GBB RACE)
Total prize fund £7300 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £3115, 2nd £1557, 3rd £779, 4th £389. (Penalty Value £3942) SS
RACE STATS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D Loughnane (58 wins from 534 runners, 11%) runs SHAZ TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): E Dunlop (2 wins from 11 runners, 18%) runs BELLA BISBEE
LONGEST TRAVELLERS: BY FARHH THE BEST trained by K P De Foy, BELLA BISBEE trained by E Dunlop, COURT DRIVE trained by G Kelleway, PREFER THE SISTER trained by J Jones, RADIANT ANGEL trained by G Boughey, all Newmarket, 125 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
BELLA BISBEE went one better than on debut when scoring with a fair bit in hand at this course in November and, with the potential of further progress to come, she can follow up on her return. Prefer The Sister showed some promise on her first start and could be the biggest threat, ahead of Radiant Angel
1-2-3: 1.BELLA BISBEE 2.PREFER THE SISTER (IRE) 3.RADIANT ANGEL (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
colours no horse age st lb Draw
1 PREFER THE SISTER (IRE) (19) (2lb) 4
4 9-9 (2)
B f National Defense - Pandoras Secret (IRE) Dylan Hogan
Mr Jack Jones Jack Jones, Newmarket
Br Golden Vale Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW In hood for debut, offered something to work on when fourth of 12 in maiden at Southwell (7.1f, 80/1) 19 days ago. Can make her presence felt with her first run behind her. TFRHHHHI BHA-
2 BELLA BISBEE (GB) (148) 21- C
3 9-4 (6)
B f Muhaarar - Sterling Sound (USA) Rossa Ryan
Nikki Turner Ed Dunlop, Newmarket
Br Fiona Gordon Tattersalls
TIMEFORMVIEWImproved on debut form when winning 11-runner maiden at this course (6.1f, 5/4) in November, comfortably The one to beat with more still to offer upped in trip on her reappearance. TFRHHHHH BHA-
3 RADIANT ANGEL (IRE) (51) (2lb) 4
3 9-0 (3)
B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Caldy Dancer (IRE) Billy Loughnane
Mr Salem Rashid Bin Ghadayer George Boughey, Newmarket
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Some encouragement when fourth of 9 in minor event at Lingfield (6f, AW, 7/2) on debut 51 days ago, racing prominently before tiring final 1f Entitled to progress TFRHHHII BHA-
4 BY FARHH THE BEST (GB) (26) 40
3 8-11 (1)
B f Farhh - Shahnila (FR) Benoit de la Sayette
Mr & Mrs D. Olver, Mr & Mrs N. Burrows Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket
Br Haras Sc Kpf Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Went backwards from her first effort when tenth of 12 in maiden at Lingfield (8f, AW, 28/1) 26 days ago. Will be of more appeal in handicaps. TFRHHIII BHA-
5 COURT DRIVE (IRE) (-) (2lb)
3 8-9 (5)
B f Inns of Court (IRE) - Gwen Lady Byron (IRE) Hayley Turner
Premier Thoroughbred, Finch & Chambers Gay Kelleway, Newmarket
Br Morgan Cahalan Premier Thoroughbred Racing Ltd, Propulsion Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW€11,000 foal, 14,000 gns yearling, 2,000 gns 2-y-o. Half-sister to useful 6f/7f winner Dominus and 1 3/4m-2m winner Byron Hill Dam 2-y-o 5f winner Has a fairly useful standard to aim at TFRHHIII BHA-
6 SHAZ (GB) (36) (2lb) 0-03
3 8-9 (4)
B f Massaat (IRE) - Our Greta (IRE) Laura Pearson
Mr Alan Gray David Loughnane, Tern Hill
Br Alan Gray Dave Loughnane Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed bit more than previously when third of 7 in minor event at this course (6.1f, 200/1) 36 days ago. Further improvement required but the return to 7f should suit TFRHHHII BHA62 2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
Probable S.P’s: 5-6 Bella Bisbee (GB), 4-1 Prefer The Sister (IRE), 5-1 Radiant Angel (IRE), 11-1 Shaz (GB), 33-1 By Farhh The Best (GB), 40-1 Court Drive (IRE)
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SIXTH RACE 7.30
TWO MILES ABOUT 120 YARDS [16F ABT 120YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE GET THE INSIDE TRACK WITH raceday-ready.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £5700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2354, 2nd £1177, 3rd £588, 4th £294, 5th £147. (Penalty Value £2983.38) SS
RACE STATS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): J Butler (46 wins from 467 runners, 10%) runs DOUBLETHETROUBLE
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (5 wins from 17 runners, 29%) runs TAMARIS
LONGEST TRAVELLER: LIQUID METRIC trained by A Mccann, Ireland.
RACE SUMMARY
TAMARIS resumed winning ways on his final start for Joe Tizzard at Kempton in January and, up just 2lb and having since joined the shrewd James Owen yard, he is taken to follow up here. Smokey Malone didn’t do much wrong when third at Southwell last time and he is feared, along with the consistent Baileys Warrior
1-2-3: 1.TAMARIS (IRE) 2.SMOKEY MALONE 3.BAILEYS WARRIOR
PLAY SMARTER
colours no horse age st lb Draw
1 SMOKEY MALONE (GB) (70) 6264-13 6 9-11 (5)
Gr g Outstrip - Trixie Malone Dylan Hogan
The Sultans of Speed Julia Feilden, Newmarket
Br Owen Promotions Ltd Vaillant UK
Latest win at Southwell in January 9/2, creditable third of 10 in handicap at Southwell
2 DOUBLETHETROUBLE (GB) (31) 2226-03
6 9-10 (12)
Ch g Pearl Secret - Kirunavaara (IRE) Paddy Bradley (3)
R W Hayward & Mrs B Wakelin John Butler, Newmarket
Br Aspire Bloodstock
Remains a maiden after 22 Flat runs. 17/2, respectable third of 6 in handicap at Kempton (16f) 31 days ago, needing stiffer test Blinkers back on and likely to make his presence felt. TFRHHHII BHA61
3 HAMNET (GB) (26) 5/000-00
5 9-9 (2)
B g Siyouni (FR) - Havant Neil Callan
Mr George Baker George Baker, Chiddingfold
Br Mrs James Wigan & London TB Services Ltd Vortex Shipbroking
TIMEFORM VIEW 33/1, last of 11 in handicap at Lingfield (12f, AW) 26 days ago. Significantly up in trip and blinkered for 1st time Plenty to prove at present TFRHIIII BHA60
4 TAMARIS (IRE) (66) 65//032-1 C
7 9-9 (3)
Br g Dansili - Fleur de Cactus (IRE) Aidan Keeley (3)
Mr Martin Ward James Owen, Newmarket
Br Al Shahania Stud Fitzdares Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Won 10-runner handicap (3/1) at Kempton (16f) 66 days ago by neck from Baileys Warrior, well positioned First run for yard after leaving Joe Tizzard and he’s high on the shortlist. TFRHHHHH BHA60
5 CLEARANCE (GB) (130) 00//0500- C
10 9-8 (4)
B g Authorized (IRE) - Four Miracles Brandon Wilkie (5)
Racing For A Cause Michael Blake, Trowbridge
Br Richard W. Farleigh
TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner Thirteen runs since last win in 2020 Seventh of 11 in handicap at Southwell (14.1f, 100/1), missing break. Off 130 days and likely to find a few of these too strong TFRHHIII BHA59
6 SMART CHAMPION (GB) (6) 0-06360
9 9-8 (8)
B g Teofilo (IRE) - Soryah (IRE) Callum Shepherd
John Cook & Partner David Simcock, Newmarket
Br Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum David Simcock Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2022 28/1, last of 8 in handicap at Kempton (16f) 6 days ago, needing stronger gallop Chance on old form TFRHHIII BHA59
7 BAILEYS WARRIOR (GB) (18) 422215
6 9-4 (10)
B m The Gurkha (IRE) - Missisipi Star (IRE) Oisin Murphy
Mrs Danika Faulkner
Deborah Faulkner, Chepstow
Br Petches Farm Ltd Valley Water Services Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 26 Flat runs. Winner at Lingfield in February. 5/1, creditable fifth of 11 in handicap at this course (14f) 18 days ago, making effort earlier than ideal. Place claims. TFRHHHII BHA55
8
SULLIVAN BAY (IRE) (17) 00-0136
4 9-4 (11)
B g Australia - Chatting (IRE) Charles Bishop
Affiliate Racing Sullivan Bay Syndicate Henrietta C Knight, Wantage
Br Chatting Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEW First run since leaving Gary Brown when last of 6 in handicap (16/5) at this course (14f) 17 days ago. Cheekpieces back on Needs a couple of these to falter TFRHHIII BHA57
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TARBAT NESS (GB) (154) 031422-
5 9-3 (9)
Br or Gr g Reliable Man - Ethics Girl (IRE) Rossa Ryan
The 1997 Partnership and RHD John Berry, Newmarket
Br Lawrence Wadey & Emma Berry H K Racing Services
TIMEFORMVIEW10/3, creditable second of 11 in handicap at Catterick (15.9f, heavy) Off 154 days and blinkers on 1st time
Well held both previous starts on the AW (in 2022) but has generally improved since TFRHHHII BHA54
10
LIQUID METRIC (GB) (32) 20/00-00
5 9-3 (6)
B g Kingman - Hasten (IRE) Billy Loughnane
Miss Rita Shah A. McCann, Ireland
Br Al Asayl Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Eighth of 14 in handicap at Dundalk (16f, 200/1) 32 days ago. This Irish raider is hard to warm to TFRHIIII BHA54
11
KINGSTON SUNFLOWER (FR) (73) 0/00//02-0
7 8-13 (1)
Bl m Authorized (IRE) - Kingston Acacia George Rooke
Mr Rupert Lowe Ralph Smith, Hungerford
Br Mr Richard Hains Premier Performance, J Brand Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW 6/1, ninth of 10 in handicap at this C&D 73 days ago, going off too hard Others look stronger on balance
12
REBECCA WEST (GB) (14) 36-4000
50
4 8-7 (7)
B f Iffraaj - Scala Regia (FR) Ethan Jones (7)
West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd Alexandra Dunn, Wellington
Br Cyril Humphris Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW 66/1, tenth of 11 in handicap at this course (12.2f) 14 days ago. Significantly up in trip and blinkered for 1st time. Readily passed over. TFRHIIII BHA46
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 12
Blinkers worn first time by No. 3, 9, 12. Hood worn by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 1, 2.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 8.
Stewards Note:
HAMNET: Following its run on 7/3/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed throughout.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Tamaris (IRE), 6-1 Smokey Malone (GB), 13-2 Baileys Warrior (GB), 7-1 Tarbat Ness (GB), 8-1 Doublethetrouble (GB), 12-1 Kingston Sunflower (FR), 14-1 Sullivan Bay (IRE), 25-1 Smart Champion (GB), 33-1 Clearance (GB), 40-1 Hamnet (GB), 100-1 Liquid Metric (GB), Rebecca West (GB)
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for
of £276,224
from 23rd March to 23rd June 2024
SEVENTH RACE 8.00
ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 104 YARDS [9F ABT 104YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE GET RACEDAY READY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I)
Total prize fund £5700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2354, 2nd £1177, 3rd £588, 4th £294, 5th £147. (Penalty Value £2983.38) SS
RACE STATS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Carroll (85 wins from 934 runners, 9%) runs LOCKED N’ LOADED TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (3 wins from 40 runners, 8%) runs LOCKED N’ LOADED WEIGHTWATCHER: PERSIAN WOLF won off a handicap mark of 52, his rating is now down 6lb to 46.
LONGEST TRAVELLER: MUHALHEL trained by A Mccann, Ireland.
KRAKEN DIAMOND should be suited by the step back up in trip and gets the nod in a tricky-looking handicap Muhalhel and Locked N’Loaded can also make their presence felt
RACE SUMMARY PLAY SMARTER
1-2-3: 1.KRAKEN DIAMOND (IRE) 2.MUHALHEL (IRE) 3.LOCKED N’LOADED colours no horse age st lb Draw
1 CRYPTOS DREAM (IRE) (22) 133-024 BF 5 9-11 (2)
B m Elzaam (AUS) - Lough Mist (IRE) Archie Young (7) Dallas Racing and Partner Jack Jones, Newmarket
Br Michael G. Holden
Three wins from 8 runs last year Latest win at Chelmsford City in November Creditable fourth of 8 in handicap at this course (8.6f, 10/3) 22 days ago. Merits
2 STRATEGIC FORTUNE (IRE) (14) 0002-20 CD 7 9-10 (6)
B g Power - Jenniings (IRE) Liam Keniry Power Geneva Ltd John Butler, Newmarket
Br Ms Caterina Dargan
VIEW 3-time C&D winner 16/1, last of 7 in handicap at this course (8.6f) 14 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals TFRHHIII BHA56
3 MC’TED (GB) (24) 3202-04
6 9-9 (7)
B g Garswood - Granny McPhee Alice Bond (7)
Mr Stuart Bond Joseph Parr, Newmarket
Br Mr Allan McNamee Joseph Parr Racing
Thirteen runs since last win in 2022 Fourth of 7 in handicap (28/1) at Chelmsford City (10f) 24 days ago. Others preferred.
4 COMMISSION (GB) (257) 040/004- 4 9-8 (10)
Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Modify Dougie Costello
Mr M. P. N. Tregoning Marcus Tregoning, Whitsbury
Br Denniff Farms Ltd Marcus Tregoning Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW 17/2 and hooded for 1st time, fourth of 7 in handicap at Chepstow (10f, good to firm) Off 8 months Makes tapeta debut. Something to find on form TFRHHIII BHA54
5 LOCKED N’ LOADED (GB) (12) 04-0003 CD 7 9-7 (8)
B g Morpheus - La Roumegue (USA) William Carson
KHDRP4 Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Nick Bradley Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Not scored for some time but been cut some slack by handicapper and posted creditable third of 10 at Southwell (8.1f) 12 days ago. Respected. TFRHHHII BHA53
6 SHE’S A MIRAGE (GB) (158) 141000- CD
4 9-3 (3)
B f Kodiac - Aqlaam Vision Neil Callan
Mr Trevor Gallienne David Evans, Abergavenny
Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Emma Evans Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner One win from 22 Flat runs. 9/2, last of 11 in handicap at Lingfield (8f, AW). Off 158 days Needs a couple of these to falter
7 KRAKEN DIAMOND (IRE) (17) 00-0254
B g U S Navy Flag (USA) - Boca Raton (IRE)
TFRHHIII BHA49
4 9-2 (5)
Oisin Murphy
Mr J. Fyffe Brian Toomey, Chalfont St. Giles
Br Mr B. O’Neill JF Kegs(Scotland)Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Back on track when fourth of 9 in minor event at Southwell (7.1f) 17 days ago, running on Significantly back up in trip Expected to be bang there. TFRHHHHH BHA48
8
MUHALHEL (IRE) (46) 305-323
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Abbagnato
6 9-0 (1)
Billy Loughnane
Miss Rita Shah A. McCann, Ireland
Br Roundhill Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Made the frame all 3 starts this year, latest when creditable third of 9 in handicap over C&D 46 days ago. Ought to go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA46
9
NAADYAA (GB) (14) 45-2403
B m Muhaarar - Nasmatt
West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd
5 9-0 (4)
Ethan Jones (7)
Alexandra Dunn, Wellington
Br Godolphin Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 32 Flat runs. 12/1, creditable third of 11 in handicap at this course (12.2f) 14 days ago. Back down in trip Each-way claims.
10 PERSIAN WOLF (IRE) (7) 55000-0
Ch g Slade Power (IRE) - Riobamba (USA)
Mr Adrian Walton
TFRHHHII BHA46
6 9-0 (9)
Joanna Mason
Derek Shaw, Sproxton
Br E. Lynam Arena Graphics
TIMEFORM VIEW Two wins from 41 Flat runs. Nineteen runs since last win in 2022 150/1, last of 14 in handicap at Southwell (12.1f) 7 days ago. Back down in trip 1lb out of the weights TFRHIIII BHA44
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 7, 10.
Stewards Note:
SHE’S A MIRAGE: Following its run on 27/10/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
MUHALHEL: Following its run on 16/2/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Locked N’ Loaded (GB), 5-1 Kraken Diamond (IRE), 11-2 Cryptos Dream (IRE), 6-1 Muhalhel (IRE), 10-1 Naadyaa (GB), 12-1 Mc’ted (GB), She’s A Mirage (GB), 16-1 Commission (GB), 18-1 Strategic Fortune (IRE), 100-1 Persian Wolf (IRE) RACE RESULT: TIME DISTANCE 1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH
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RACE SEVEN
EIGHTH RACE 8.30
ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 104 YARDS [9F ABT 104YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE GET RACEDAY READY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II)
Total prize fund £5700 x Owners Prize Money. 1st £2354, 2nd £1177, 3rd £588, 4th £294, 5th £147. (Penalty Value £2983.38) SS
RACE STATS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): J Butler (46 wins from 467 runners, 10%) runs PINK JAZZ TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): N Mulholland (3 wins from 20 runners, 15%) runs EMANATE WEIGHTWATCHER: BRISTOL HILL won off a handicap mark of 60, his rating is now down 6lb to 54. LONGEST TRAVELLER: CAPTAIN ST LUCIFER trained by S France, Norton on Derwent, 150 miles.
RACE SUMMARY
TROJAN TRUTH was a convincing winner under this pilot here last month and hasn’t been harshly treated by the handicapper for that success He can follow up Calcutta Dream and Pink Jazz rate the principal dangers.
1-2-3: 1.TROJAN TRUTH 2.CALCUTTA DREAM (IRE) 3.PINK JAZZ (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
colours no horse age st lb Draw
1 TROJAN TRUTH (GB) (10) 14553-1 CD
5 9-11 (2)
B g Ulysses (IRE) - Verity Liam Wright (7)
Woodham Walter Partnership Ed de Giles, Ledbury
Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited Ed de Giles Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Back on scoreboard when taking 9-runner handicap over C&D 10 days ago. 3lb rise fair and is one for shortlist.
2 DISTINCTION (IRE) (10) 4-51000 CD 6 9-9 (4)
B g Kodiac - Tajbell (IRE) Silvestre De Sousa
Mike and Wendy Yardley John Mackie, Church Broughton
Br Tally-Ho Stud John Mackie Racing TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win here in January 14/1, bit below form seventh of 12 in handicap at Doncaster (10.2f, heavy) 10 days ago. Others preferred. TFRHHIII BHA55
3 BRISTOL HILL (IRE) (26) 6-06360 C
6 9-8 (5)
B g New Bay - Bristol Bay (IRE) Ben Sanderson (3)
Mr D Orr & Mrs A Frost Kevin Frost, Newark
Br Ammerland Verwaltung GmbH & Co.KG Kevin Frost Racing
4 CALCUTTA DREAM (IRE) (24) 05-1422
6 9-7 (3)
B g Iffraaj - Short Affair Joanna Mason
Calcutta Dream Partnership Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Br Aston House Stud Stittenham Farms
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Chelmsford City in January Respectable second of 7 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f, 7/2) 24 days ago, needing stronger gallop Not taken lightly TFRHHHHI BHA53
5 PINK JAZZ (IRE) (22) 004-465 CD
Br
7 9-6 (10)
B g Red Jazz (USA) - Marvelofthelodge (IRE) Liam Keniry Power Geneva Ltd John Butler, Newmarket
6 DAMOISEAU (IRE) (3) 000003
4 9-3 (9)
B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Princess Desire (IRE) Paddy Mathers Mr Ian Williams Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Rockhart Trading Ltd Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Unreliable type 100/1, good third of 11 in handicap at this course (8.6f) 3 days ago. Tongue strap back on Something to find on form TFRHHIII BHA49
7 EAUX DE VIE (GB) (14) 500-220
6 9-0 (6)
B m Swiss Spirit - Delagoa Bay (IRE) Callum Shepherd
Homebred Racing Sylvester Kirk, Upper Lambourn
Br Chris Wall Chris Wall Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW 10/1, last of 11 in handicap at this course (12.2f) 14 days ago. Down in trip Needs a couple of these to falter TFRHHIII BHA46
8
DANESFORT (GB) (209) 5/00040- 5 9-0 (1)
B g Charming Thought - Midnight Hush (FR) Rossa Ryan
Mr Adrian Wintle Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
Br Panda Bloodstock
TIMEFORMVIEW Tenth of 15 in handicap (11/1) at Gowran (8f, good) Off 6 months Makes tapeta debut First run for yard after leaving John Joseph Murphy. Worth a second look in the market. TFRHHHII BHA46
9 CAPTAIN ST LUCIFER (GB) (64) 0200-30
7 9-0 (8)
B g Casamento (IRE) - Delaware Dancer (IRE) William Carver (3)
Newstart Partnership.com
Suzzanne France, Norton on Derwent
Br Mr Stuart Dobb & Miss Kate Dobb Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty two runs since sole win in 2021 10/1, seventh of 11 in handicap at this C&D 64 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. 1lb out of the weights. TFRHHIII BHA44
10
EMANATE (GB) (17) 05060/-5 6 9-0 (7)
B g Coach House (IRE) - Emerald Girl (IRE) Hayley Turner
Mr John Heaney Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Br Heaney Family
TIMEFORM VIEW 28/1, respectable fifth of 9 in minor event at this course (12.2f) 17 days ago. Down in trip Others more appealing. 1lb out of the weights. TFRHHIII BHA41
2023: (See Div 1)
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Eyeshields worn first time by No. 3. Hood worn by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 7. Visor worn by No. 2.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10.
Stewards Note:
BRISTOL HILL: Following its run on 7/3/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Trojan Truth (GB), 9-2 Calcutta Dream (IRE), 7-1 Bristol Hill (IRE), 9-1 Pink Jazz (IRE), 10-1 Distinction (IRE), 12-1 Danesfort (GB), 20-1 Damoiseau (IRE), 22-1 Captain St Lucifer (GB), 28-1 Eaux de Vie (GB), 33-1 Emanate (GB) RACE RESULT: TIME
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First Race 4.55 - THE TIPS FOR EVERY RACE AT raceday-ready.com APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2983 to the winning horse The second to receive £1399, the third £699, the fourth £349 and the fifth £174. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 56 and 57; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £28 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £23 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 31st. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 23rd, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. To be ridden by Apprentice Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 52 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to March 30th, 2024, have not ridden more than 50 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 25 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). Wolverhampton Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 17 entries, 2 at £5 and 15 at £28. - Closed March 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2354; Second £1177; Third £588; Fourth £294; Fifth £147. (Penalty Value £2983.38) A SS
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Second Race 5.30 - THE DOWNLOAD THE RACEDAY READY APP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2983 to the winning horse The second to receive £1399, the third £699, the fourth £349 and the fifth £174. for three yrs old only, Rated 46-52 (also open to such horses rated 53 and 54; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £28 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £23 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 31st. Lowest weight 9st 3lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 23rd, 2024, for each race won 6lb. Wolverhampton Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 10 entries, 1 at £5 and 9 at £28.Closed March 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2354; Second £1177; Third £588; Fourth £294; Fifth £147. (Penalty Value £2983.38) SS
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Third Race 6.00 - THE GET RACEDAY READY MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3942 to the winning horse The second to receive £1850, the third £925 and the fourth £462. for maiden three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, March 27th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 31st. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 13lb; fillies 8st 8lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb. Wolverhampton 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 20 entries at £36. - Closed March 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3115; Second £1557; Third £779; Fourth £389. (Penalty Value £3942) SS
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Fourth Race 6.30 - THE FREE DIGITAL RACECARD AT raceday-ready.com FILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES
(CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3716 to the winning horse The second to receive £1743, the third £871, the fourth £435 and the fifth £217. for three yrs old fillies only, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72; such horses rated 50 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 31st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 23rd, 2024, for each race won 6lb. Wolverhampton 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, 0 at £7 and 11 at £35. - Closed March 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2932; Second £1466; Third £733; Fourth £366; Fifth £183. (Penalty Value £3716.14) SS
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Fifth Race 7.00 - THE DOWNLOAD THE RACECOURSE APP raceday-ready.com RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3942 to the winning horse The second to receive £1850, the third £925 and the fourth £462. for novice three, four and five yrs old only, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, March 27th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 31st. 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 D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). Wolverhampton 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 12 entries at £36. - Closed March 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3115; Second £1557; Third £779; Fourth £389. (Penalty Value £3942) SS
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Sixth Race 7.30 - THE GET THE INSIDE TRACK WITH raceday-ready.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2983 to the winning horse The second to receive £1399, the third £699, the fourth £349 and the fifth £174. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £28 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £23 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 31st. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 4-y-o 8st 7lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 4-y-o 9st 7lb Penalties, after March 23rd, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Wolverhampton Racecourse will give a prize to the person who, in their opinion, is responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race 17 entries, 2 at £5 and 15 at £28. - Closed March 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2354; Second £1177; Third £588; Fourth £294; Fifth £147. (Penalty Value £2983.38) SS
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 8.00 - THE GET RACEDAY READY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2983 to the winning horse The second to receive £1399, the third £699, the fourth £349 and the fifth £174. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 56 and 57; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £28 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £23 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 31st. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 23rd, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Wolverhampton 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 12 entries at £28. - Closed March 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2354; Second £1177; Third £588; Fourth £294; Fifth £147. (Penalty Value £2983.38) SS
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Eighth Race 8.30 - THE GET RACEDAY READY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2983 to the winning horse The second to receive £1399, the third £699, the fourth £349 and the fifth £174. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 56 and 57; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £28 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £23 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 31st. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 23rd, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Wolverhampton 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 at £28. - Closed March 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2354; Second £1177; Third £588; Fourth £294; Fifth £147. (Penalty Value £2983.38) SS
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Evening Racing
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