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I wish you all an enjoyable and successful time here at Wolverhampton Racecourse and a safe journey home.
David
Ideson
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
RACEDAY TEAM
David
Ideson Executive Director
Anthony Gledhill General Manager
Fergus Cameron Clerk of the Course
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FRIDAY 06 FEBRUARY
(UNDER THE RULES OF RACING)
STEWARDS OF THE MEETING
GREG PEARSON (Chief Steward), MRS C F TELLWRIGHT (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
DANIEL ANDREWS, SIMON CONNAWAY, MARGARET GROVES
STARTERS
CIARAN MCKEE
PHILLIP DENNIS
JUDGE
DAVID HICKS
CLERK OF THE SCALES
WAYNE BURNELL
VETERINARY OFFICER
DAVID FREEMAN
SENIOR VETERINARY
SURGEON
PATRICK MACANDREW
VETERINARY SURGEON
TANYA MASON
SENIOR MEDICAL OFFICER
Dr STUART COWEN
MEDICAL OFFICER
Dr LAURA BEST
NURSE
HELEN NEVETT
EQUINE WELFARE & INTEGRITY OFFICERS
JEREMY WILLIS
MEL BAKER
RACHEL BARNETT
JOANNA VICKERS
COMMENTATOR
TIM PETERS
BETTING RING MANAGER
MIKE STEPHEN
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
CD = course & distance winner horse’s name and birthplace saddlecloth number
form guide previous performances / = new season - = new year 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
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:
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
OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS EXPLAINED
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 1.12
ABOUT SIX FURLONGS [6F ABT 20YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE JOIN THE MIDNITE MOVEMENT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £9000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £3716, 2nd £1859, 3rd £929, 4th £464, 5th £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (111 wins from 1150 runners, 10%) runs SONIC SI TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (6 wins from 45 runners, 13%) runs SONIC SI LONGEST TRAVELLER: MACARONE trained by I Furtado, Easingwold, 144 miles.
ALBERT CEE has clearly benefited from a recent wind-op and is still very well treated on previous form, so can follow up 2 weeks on from his Southwell success Nacho Nacho Nacho showed plenty of zip over 7f here last time and looks as if he’ll prove well suited by the drop to a sprint trip, whilst Cargin Bhui shaped well at Newcastle last time and completes the shortlist
1 MACARONE (GB) (55) 6/21100- CD
5 9-9 (9)
B g Havana Grey - Multi Quest Jack Mitchell Ontoawinner Ivan Furtado, Easingwold
Br Michael John Williamson
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Two wins from 5 runs last year Latest win here in October. Seventh of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f, 12/1) 55 days ago. Cheekpieces back on Drop back in trip should suit but others more persuasive. TFRHHHII BHA65
2 CARGIN BHUI (IRE) (21) 006-233 C BF
B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Ragtime Dancer
5 9-8 (10)
Lewis Edmunds MrLaurenceO’Kane/HarrowgateBloodstockLtd
David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk
Br Ringfort Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWSole win from 21 Flat runs came here. Placed last 3 starts, coming from further back than other principals when respectable third of 9 in handicap (5/2) at Newcastle (6f) 21 days ago. Not taken lightly TFRHHHHI BHA64
3 EARLY RELEASE (GB) (18) 34210-0 D 4 9-8 (8)
B g Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Evening Starlight
G & A Racing
Sean Levey
David Evans, Abergavenny
Br Neil Simpson Tote, Emma Evans Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWLatest win at Kempton in September 16/1, pulled hard before saddle slipped when last of 10 in handicap at this C&D 18 days ago. Tends to need things to drop right from him and others are preferred. TFRHHIII BHA64
TIMEFORMVIEW Winner here in December Respectable fourth of 10 in handicap at this course (7.2f, 18/5) 25 days ago, going with zest Drop to 6f looks likely to suit and he’s shortlisted. TFRHHHHI BHA64
5 SONIC SI (GB) (386) 32565/0-
B g Advertise - Free To Love
(2)
Jack Doughty
Mrs Veronica Gilbert Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Lady Whent Big Recycling Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW 6/1, seventh of 8 in maiden at Chelmsford City (7f), folding tamely Off 12 months. First run for yard after leaving David Loughnane. Easy to look elsewhere. TFRHIIII BHA64
6 WOODHAY WHISPER (IRE) (13) 243-340 CD 4 9-7 (4)
B f Coulsty (IRE) - Eglantyne Dream (FR)
Finley Marsh
The Mammoth Pack Ltd Jack Jones, Newmarket
Br C. Marnane Baney Media Group Ltd, Kambi Services Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Not seen to best effect after early interference when eighth of 9 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW, 4/1) 13 days ago. In decent heart prior and she’s respected. TFRHHHII BHA63
7 PUNCHBOWL FLYER (IRE) (150) 251324- D 9 9-7 (1)
B g Dream Ahead (USA) - All On Red (IRE) William Carson
The Cross Racing Club John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn
Br Castle Estates Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Chepstow in August but had good run halted at Ffos Las (6f, heavy, 2/1) when last seen. Off 150 days ahead of tapeta debut TFRHHHII BHA63
Stephen barber and Charlie Pigram P. Charalambous & J. Clutterbuck, Newmarket
Br Gazeley Stud
Highfields Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWSnapped a lengthy losing run when landing a 10-runner handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 15 days ago. Remains with plenty of handicapping scope on form for previous yard and is expected to be bang there. TFRHHHHH BHA62
9 COORAMOOK
(IRE) (34) 22003-4
Ch f Mehmas (IRE) - Emeriya (USA)
JWI Building Solutions & Mr S Ingram
Br Tally-Ho Stud
4 9-6 (3)
Paddy Bradley
Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
TIMEFORM VIEW 11/1, did all she could from wide draw when creditable fourth of 9 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW) 34 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Harry Eustace. Solid frame claims again. TFRHHHII BHA62
10 GOOD
KARMA
(GB) (66) 154326- C
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Prontamente
J R Racing
6 9-4 (6)
Callum Hutchinson
John David Riches, Pilling
Br China Horse Club International Ltd J R Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWIn frame first 3 starts after rejoining current yard but found test too much upped in trip when sixth of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (8f) 66 days ago. Should get back on track dropped back in trip TFRHHHII BHA60
2025: SENSE OF WORTH (IRE) 9 9 11 Dale Swift 9-2 (Seb Spencer) 8 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Hood worn by No. 6. Blinkers worn by No. 7. Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 8, 9.
Stewards Note:
EARLY RELEASE: Following its run on 19/1/2026 it was reported that the jockey’s saddle slipped badly.
WOODHAY WHISPER: Following its run on 24/1/2026 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.
GOOD KARMA: Following its run on 2/12/2025 it was reported that the horse suffered interference late-on.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Albert Cee (FR), 4-1 Cargin Bhui (IRE), 11-2 Nacho Nacho Nacho (IRE), 7-1 Cooramook (IRE), 8-1 Woodhay Whisper (IRE), 12-1 Punchbowl Flyer (IRE), Good Karma (GB), 33-1 Macarone (GB), Early Release (GB), 50-1 Sonic Si (GB)
POSITION OF STALLS
7f 36y: Outside, Remainder: Inside
RETAIN YOUR BETTING TICKETS
Racegoers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until ‘WEIGHED IN’ has been announced over the loud speaker
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £747,380 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 1st January to 27th March 2026.
SECOND RACE 1.42
ABOUT SIX FURLONGS [6F ABT 20YDS]
THE MIDNITE A NEXT GENERATION BETTING APP NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4)
Total prize fund £10000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533. (Penalty Value £5400) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (111 wins from 1150 runners, 10%) runs CORRESPONDENCE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (6 wins from 45 runners, 13%) runs CORRESPONDENCE
LONGEST TRAVELLER: MR DREAMSELLER trained by D & N Barron, Thirsk, 142 miles.
Only four runners but not the easiest novice to assess and it could pay to side with Tony Carroll’s new recruit CORRESPONDENCE who made an encouraging start for the yard when eighth at Chelmsford City and can build on it to get off the mark. Raveena fluffed her lines when odds on at the same track last time but still has the form to play a big part, while Mr Dreamseller and Cerelia can’t be discounted either
1 CORRESPONDENCE (GB) (26) 33240-0
B g War Front (USA) - Walk In Marrakesh (IRE)
Tyrese Cameron (5)
Mr P. G. Shorrock Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Merriebelle Irish Farm Ltd Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden for Harry Eustace Off 12 weeks and showed some promise for his new yard when eighth of 10 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f, 28/1) 26 days ago, fading last 1f Can take a step forward now and merits serious consideration. TFRHHHHH BHA65
2 MR DREAMSELLER (GB) (17) 4-34
9-7 (1)
Gr or Gr g Portamento (IRE) - Vigorito Lewis Edmunds Mrs Christine Barron David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk
Br Harrowgate Bloodstock Ltd Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced Portamento gelding who took a step forward when fourth of 10 in novice at Newcastle (5f) 17 days ago. Goes back up in trip now and needs considering TFRHHHHI BHA71
3 CERELIA (IRE) (6) 23-4
4 9-2 (3)
B f Wootton Bassett - Stamina Cieren Fallon
Wathnan Racing William Haggas, Newmarket
Br Ballylinch Stud & Ecurie Des Charmes Damsa Holding Company W.L.L
TIMEFORM VIEW Wootton Bassett filly who failed to build on earlier promise when fourth of 5 in maiden at Newcastle (7.1f) 6 days ago. In excellent hands though so worth another chance. TFRHHHII BHA70
4 RAVEENA (GB) (50) 0/4523-
B f Too Darn Hot - Malabar
Jon and Julia Aisbitt
Br Jon and Julia Aisbitt
4 9-2 (4)
George Bass
Jack Channon, West Ilsley
TIMEFORMVIEW Improved when runner-up in 6f Newcastle maiden in November but only third of 5 in novice (8/11) at Chelmsford City (5f) 50 days ago. Back up in trip Leading form claims if back to her best TFRHHHHI BHA69
2025: ANGEL OF RAIN 4 10 2 George Wood 9-1 (James Horton) 11 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 4
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THIRD RACE 2.12
SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS THE DAILY PROFIT BOOSTS AT
CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I)
Total prize fund £6000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (111 wins from 1150 runners, 10%) runs DEQUINTO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (6 wins from 45 runners, 13%) runs DEQUINTO LONGEST TRAVELLER: WOODRAFFF trained by R Carr, Stillington, 134 miles.
MINTANA got back on track when second here a fortnight ago and a repeat of that may well suffice returned to 7f Woodrafff is inconsistent but shaped better at Southwell in January on his penultimate start and is a threat on that run. My Boy Jack ran better than for a while when fourth here last time back in headgear and could improve for the step up in trip
1-2-3: 1.MINTANA 2.WOODRAFFF 3.MY BOY JACK
B m Inns of Court (IRE) - Bonne
Laura Coughlan (3)
Amphitheatre Racing Limited Scott Dixon, Rolleston
Br Limetree Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Won in classified company at Lingfield last August but has been out of sorts since, seventh of 9 in handicap at this C&D (12/1) 10 days ago.
BHA50 (-1)
2 DEQUINTO (IRE) (17) 555/0-04 7 9-9 (7)
B g Requinto (IRE) - Moss Nation Jack Doughty
Mr A. W. Carroll
Br Danny O’Sullivan
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWShown gradual improvement since returning from 14 months off in December and was fourth of 12 in handicap at Southwell (66/1) 17 days ago, running creditably given he was hampered under 2f out. Still seeking first win in 21 starts First-time blinkers applied TFRHHHII BHA44
3 EMBARKED (IRE) (15) 650-053 CD 8 9-9 (3)
B g Kodiac - Honeymead (IRE)
Taryn Langley (5)
Amphitheatre Racing Limited Scott Dixon, Rolleston
Br James F. Hanly
TIMEFORMVIEWDoncaster winner in July Fared better than of late when third of 10 in handicap at Southwell (11/1) 15 days ago, setting strong pace before being headed over 1f out and plugging on for place. Competitive if repeating that run. TFRHHHII BHA43
4 LEGENDSOFTHELAND (IRE) (137) 0/06006- 4 9-9 (1)
Ch g Legends of War (USA) - Dubai Romance (IRE) Finley Marsh
Mr Adrian Wintle Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
Br John Cullinan
TIMEFORMVIEWWinless in 12 career starts but showed more than on stable debut when sixth of 12 in handicap at this course (6f) 137 days ago. First run after wind operation and back up in trip TFRHHIII BHA44
5 MARISITTA (GB) (196) 420400- 6 9-9 (2)
B m Intello (GER) - Nessita William Carson
The Cross Racing Club
Br Aleem Kanji
John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who was out of form when last seen at Chepstow during the summer, ninth of 14 in classified company in late-July Returns from a 6-month absence with blinkers removed. TFRHHIII BHA44
6 MINTANA (GB) (14) 5036-52 C
9-9 (10)
Gr m Havana Grey - Catmint Joe Leavy
Mrs J. Evans James Evans, Kinnersley
Br Fifehead Farms - MC Denning
The Little Jet Company Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Inconsistent this winter but got back on track when second of 9 in classified race here (12/1) 14 days ago. Return to 7f no issues and looks the one to beat on that run. TFRHHHHH BHA50
7 MY BOY JACK (GB) (14) 505-004 C
7 9-9 (11)
Ch g No Nay Never (USA) - Great Court (IRE) Jack Mitchell
Mr G.R.Smith Kevin Frost, Newark
Br The Great Court Partnership Kevin Frost Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW
8
OLDBURY LAD (IRE) (10) 545-564
B g Kodiac - Bungee Jump (IRE)
4 9-9 (4)
Edward Greatrex
Ms Michelle Harris Grace Harris, Shirenewton
Br Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWMaiden after 17 starts and ran to a modest level when fourth of 7 in handicap at this C&D (25/1) 10 days ago, slowly into stride before keeping on without quickening from 2f out. TFRHHIII BHA42 (+1)
9 THE COLA BRASIL (GB)
Ch g Mayson - How Fortunate
Mr J M Wingrove
Br Rosyground Stud
(9) 4050-50 D
10 9-9 (6)
Lloyd Applegate (7)
Damien Wingrove, Bridgnorth
TIMEFORM VIEW Left Michael Bell’s stable before a below-par return in December and offered little when last of 9 in handicap over 6f at Kempton (40/1) 9 days ago. Blinkers back on and cheekpieces removed. TFRHHIII BHA49 (-3)
10 TOOTSIE
(IRE) (10) 0-04344
B f Footstepsinthesand - Guanina (IRE)
4 9-9 (5)
Grace McEntee
Racefield Racing Club Phil McEntee, Newmarket
Br Ballyphilip Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to win in 21 career starts, fourth of 9 in handicap at this C&D (14/1) 10 days ago in a change of headgear when slowly into stride before staying on TFRHHHII BHA46
11 WOODRAFFF (GB) (13) 4156-36 D BF
B g Eqtidaar (IRE) - Musical Dream
Colin Dorman and Tommy Dorman
Br Savoch Oaks
5 9-9 (8)
William Pyle (3)
Ruth Carr, Stillington
William Hill
TIMEFORMVIEW Modest performer who won at Newcastle last September and similar form when third at Southwell in January, shaping well despite missing the break. Sixth of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (3/1 fav) 13 days ago, wasn’t at the same level, slowly into stride and faded final furlong. TFRHHHHI BHA50
2025: COCONUT BAY 6 9 4 Millie Wonnacott 9-2 (Tristan Davidson) 10 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Blinkers worn first time by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 3, 9. Visor worn by No. 7. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 4.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Mintana (GB), 11-2 My Boy Jack (GB), 13-2 Dequinto (IRE), 9-1 Embarked (IRE), Woodrafff (GB), 11-1 Buttercross Flyer (IRE), 16-1 Tootsie (IRE), 18-1 Legendsoftheland (IRE), 22-1 Oldbury Lad (IRE), 33-1 Marisitta (GB), 40-1 The Cola Brasil (GB)
RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE
1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH
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SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II)
Total prize fund £6000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (111 wins from 1150 runners, 10%) runs ROCK MASTER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (6 wins from 45 runners, 13%) runs ROCK MASTER LONGEST TRAVELLER: SERENGETI SUNRISE trained by R K Watson, Ireland.
VON KROLOCK hasn’t kicked on since scoring over C&D in November but this drop in grade represents a good opportunity for James Owen’s 7-y-o to regain the winning thread with cheekpieces reapplied. Star of Atlantis has struggled for consistency of late, but she’s capable of making her mark at this level so gets the nod for second, with Hannah’s Return and Homer Stokes taken to fight out minor honours
1 GALETTE (GB) (24) 04560-0 4
B f Time Test - Petits Fours Rob Hornby
Mrs D Joly & Partners
Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn
Br Mrs D. Joly, D. Powell & A. Richardson Pump Technology Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Winless in 15 starts, ended last season poorly before 5 months off. Probably needed run on return when with a tenth of 11 in conditions race at Southwell (66/1) 24 days ago, prominent before weakening from over 1f out. First-time blinkers replace cheekpieces. Hard to fancy. TFRHHIII BHA37
2 HANNAH’S RETURN (GB) (46) 101/650- CD 7 9-9 (6)
B m Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Hannahs Turn Jack Nicholls (5)
Mr K. Clarke Gary Brown, Swindon
Br K W Sneath
TIMEFORMVIEWThree-time course winner but hasn’t scored since September 2024 and well beaten when ninth of 11 in handicap at Lingfield (33/1) 46 days ago, slowly into stride and always behind Won in this company a couple of years ago and a return to this grade could spark a revival. TFRHHHHI BHA50
3 HOMER STOKES (GB) (25) 0006-00 D 8 9-9 (9)
B g Stimulation (IRE) - Thicket
Harrowgate Bloodstock Ltd
Lewis Edmunds
David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk
Br Llety Farms Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWStruggled to build on return from a break and hasn’t won in 14 runs since successful last October 2024, finishing eighth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (25/1) 25 days ago where he took strong hold before weakening Bounce back needed but that’s possible. TFRHHHII BHA50
4 MISHY’S STAR (GB) (25) 60050-0
B f Due Diligence (USA) - Lapidary
4 9-9 (7)
Gina Mangan
Mrs Michelle Anne Crook Keiran Burke, Whitcombe
Br Mrs M. A. Crook
TIMEFORMVIEW Yet to show much in 7 starts and came last of 7 in handicap at Lingfield (40/1) 25 days ago, taking a strong hold and left behind under 2f out. Yet to better poor form and needs this drop in grade to spark her to life TFRHHIII BHA39
5 MRS POTTS (GB) (458) 533/-
B m Belardo (IRE) - Look of Love (IRE)
5 9-9 (3)
Laura Coughlan (3)
Amphitheatre Racing Limited Scott Dixon, Rolleston
Br Trinity Park Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Little show in AW maiden/novices back in late 2024 so can only be watched on return. TFRHIIII BHA47
6 ROCK MASTER (IRE) (17) 2660-00
4 9-9 (5)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Miss Gibraltar Cieren Fallon
KHDRP Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Peter & Hugh McCutcheon Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWLong-standing maiden who is struggling for form since leaving S. P. C. Woods last October and was eighth of 10 in conditions race at Newcastle (40/1) 17 days ago, prominent before short of room against far rail 1f out and weakening More required. TFRHHIII BHA43
7 SERENGETI SUNRISE (IRE) (56) 020000- CD 5 9-9 (4)
Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) - Kramer Drive (IRE) Callum Shepherd
R. K. Watson
Br Emmet Mullins
R. K. Watson, Northern Ireland
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of sorts and showed little when eleventh of 12 in handicap at Dundalk (100/1) 8 weeks ago, racing off the pace with little fluency and never involved Winless in last 15 starts TFRHHIII BHA34
1-2-3: 1.VON KROLOCK (IRE) 2.STAR OF ATLANTIS (IRE) 3.HANNAH’S RETURN
8
STAR OF ATLANTIS (IRE) (123) 025030- C D 5 9-9 (2)
B m Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Sibling Honour
Finley Marsh Wintle Racing Club
Br Irish National Stud Mare Syndicate
Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
TIMEFORMVIEW Followed a decent third at this C&D in September with a below-par seventh of 12 in handicap at this C&D (9/2) the following month, awkward leaving stalls and took strong hold before hanging left and making little impression. Capable in this company. TFRHHHHI BHA50
9 TWILIGHT POPPY (GB) (14) 05000-6
B f Twilight Son - Poppy Jag (IRE)
Miss J. Jones
4 9-9 (10)
William Pyle (3)
Kevin Frost, Newark
Br Julie Jones Kevin Frost Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWYet to win in 12 starts and sixth of 9 in conditions race at this course (66/1) 14 days ago, made some cheap late gains from off the pace Wears cheekpieces for the first time Back up in trip TFRHHIII BHA42
10 VON KROLOCK (IRE) (33) 41060-0 CD 7 9-9 (8)
B g Morpheus - Maria Montez
Paddy Bradley Deva Racing SE James Owen, Newmarket
Br Mrs Claire Doyle Deva Racing Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at this C&D in November and wasn’t disgraced back down at 6f when seventh of 9 in handicap at Southwell (9/2) 33 days ago. Cheekpieces back on and can make his presence felt in this grade. TFRHHHHH BHA50
2025:(See Div 1)
Blinkers worn first time by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6, 8, 10.
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Hannah’s Return (GB), 10-3 Star of Atlantis (IRE), 4-1 Von Krolock (IRE), 13-2 Homer Stokes (GB), 20-1 Mrs Potts (GB), Rock Master (IRE), 25-1 Mishy’s Star (GB), 40-1 Galette (GB), Serengeti Sunrise (IRE), Twilight Poppy (GB)
SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
BET £10 GET £40 WITH BETMGM HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund
£6000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (111 wins from 1150 runners, 10%) runs ROYAL JET TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (6 wins from 45 runners, 13%) runs ROYAL JET LONGEST TRAVELLER: NO NAY NEVERMIND trained by I Jardine, Carrutherstown, 205 miles.
POKE THE BEAR arrives better than ever following back-to-back wins at Lingfield and can defy a penalty to land the hat-trick. Fistral Beach has dropped below her last winning mark and appears to be building towards something, narrowly denied at this C&D 10 days ago when racing wide compromised her challenge, while Royal Jet arrives in excellent heart and should be in the mix back in a handicap
JET
1 POKE THE BEAR (IRE) (8) 413-611 D 4 10-0 (in5lbex) (1)
B g Eqtidaar (IRE) - Anaakeed Tyler Heard
Miss Hayley Burton Hayley Burton, Newmarket
Br Oristown Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWWonlast2handicaps atLingfield Parkwhereformis farsuperiortoelsewhere,successfulas5/4favouritein9-runnereventthere8days agowith smoothlate run to lead inside final 100 yds. Makes first start at Wolverhampton and looks capable of defying a penalty to land the hat-trick
2 COURT OF SESSION (GB) (2) 4-25416 CD 7 9-12 (in4lbex) (11)
B g Iffraaj - Sibilance
Connor Planas (3)
Michelle Hancox Phil McEntee, Newmarket
Br Aylesfield Farms Stud Back2Back Printwear Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up at Southwell before ending a lengthy losing run at this C&D (13/8 favourite) 10 days ago, running for second time in 24 hours and winning in good style. Sluggish start but not beaten far under a penalty at Kempton on Wednesday. TFRHHHII BHA54 (+7)
3 ROYAL JET (GB) (8) 201-311 D 6 9-12 (in5lbex) (6)
Ch g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Goleta (IRE)
Mrs P Clark & partner
William Carson
Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Kingsmead Bloodstock Ltd Mill House Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 of last 4 starts, most recently successful in classified race at Lingfield (15/8) 8 days ago in fashion suggesting he’ll be very competitive now back in handicap under a penalty One to consider TFRHHHHI BHA53 (+7)
4 WHITELEY WAY (GB) (16) 6/3224-6
B m Sixties Icon - Whiteley (IRE)
Mr David Roseby
Br Mrs S Bunney & Mr P Taplin
5 9-8 (3)
Gina Mangan
Gary Brown, Swindon
TIMEFORMVIEWFree-goingmaidenhasrunrespectablyincludingwhenrunner-upatBathlastOctoberbutbestforgivensixthof8inhandicapatLingfield(10/1)16daysago,badly hampered over 2f out after 7 weeks off and weakened final 1f Should give her running but hard to be confident she can break her duck TFRHHIII BHA54
5
NO NAY NEVERMIND
(IRE) (13) 5522-05
Ch f No Nay Never (USA) - Zain Art (IRE)
4 9-8 (4)
Mohammed Tabti (5)
S Jones, L Donaldson, K Elliott & I Codd Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Br Lynch Bages & Camas Park Stud Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWYet to get off the mark but back to form when fifth of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (13/2) 13 days ago, led and took strong hold but headed in final furlong and no extra, arguably did too much too soon Hard to predict but isn’t one to write off. TFR
6 BAD HABITS (IRE) (10) 351-443 CD
B g Kodiac - Key To Power
9-7 (10)
William Pyle (3) Mrs Ruth A. Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington
Br Tally-Ho Stud William Hill
TIMEFORMVIEWShed maiden tag at this C&D in late December and ran to a similar level when third of 7 here in handicap (3/1) 10 days ago, chasing leaders but not settling fully. Continues in good heart and effective at this trip TFRHHHII BHA53 (-1)
7 DILIGENT HENRY (GB) (26) 1360-40 CD 5 9-6 (2)
B g Due Diligence (USA) - Mrs Ivy Lewis Edmunds Wentdale Limited Jessica Macey, Doncaster
Br Fernham Farm Ltd Wentdale Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWBoth wins came at this C&D, most recently last October, but ran poorly when tenth of 11 in handicap at Chelmsford (10/1) 26 days ago in a change of headgear Cheekpieces back on, blinkers removed and remains to be seen if that does the trick. TFRHHIII BHA52
1-2-3: 1.POKE THE BEAR (IRE) 2.FISTRAL BEACH (IRE) 3.ROYAL
8 RAIN CAP (GB) (67) 220524- D
B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Rough Courte (IRE)
Callum Hutchinson
J R Racing John David Riches, Pilling
Br Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited J R Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed creditable form in autumn with runner-up finish
9 FISTRAL
BEACH
(IRE) (10) 0605-42 CD
B m New Bay - Lamsa (IRE)
Jack Doughty
Derbyshire Racing John Mackie, Church Broughton
Br Don Commins & New Bay Syndicate John Mackie Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWWonthreetimeslastspringandappearstobebuildingtowardssomethinghavingdroppedbelowherlastwinningmark.Secondof9inhandicapatthisC&D (6/1) 10 days ago, led
10 JUST KING HIGH (IRE) (58) 600600-
B g Kodiac - Hard Forest (IRE)
Stable Silks Investments Limited
Finley Marsh
Thomas Faulkner, Devauden
Br Tally-Ho Stud Valley Water Services Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWOut of sorts since sole success in November 2024 and was ninth of 12 in handicap at Kempton (11/1) 58 days ago, steadied at start and always behind First-time cheekpieces replace hood and that needs to spark a resurgence
11 SHOPTILYOUDROP (FR) (17) 000-600
Gr f Yafta - Haute Couture (FR) Aiden Brookes
James and Susan Cookson and P Kirby Philip Kirby, Richmond
Br Mr Abdullatif Yousfi Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWHas offered little since returning to current yard and remains winless after 20 starts Seventh of 12 in handicap at Southwell (40/1) 17 days ago, lit up in first-time cheekpieces and folded after being headed over 1f out. Hard to fancy from out of handicap with headgear
2025: SUN KEEPER 3 9 2 Dougie Costello 5-1 (Alice Haynes) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 11
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 10. Hood worn by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 2, 5, 8.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 11.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Poke The Bear (IRE), Royal Jet (GB), 11-2 Fistral Beach (IRE), 15-2 Court of Session (GB), 10-1 Bad Habits (IRE), 12-1 Whiteley Way (GB), No Nay Nevermind (IRE), 16-1 Rain Cap (GB), 25-1 Diligent Henry (GB), 33-1 Just King High (IRE), 50-1 Shoptilyoudrop (FR)
BETTING DISPUTES & QUERIES
SIXTH RACE 3.52
SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD THE READ MEG NICHOLLS’ BLOG AT
HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Total prize fund £6000 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (111 wins from 1150 runners, 10%) runs TAFAH TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (6 wins from 45 runners, 13%) runs TAFAH LONGEST TRAVELLER: PIVOTAL TERMS trained by I Jardine, Carrutherstown, 205 miles.
LUNA BEAUX proved a different proposition starting out for present connections when a ready winner over 6f here 10 days ago and wisely turned out under a penalty, a repeat should see her tough to beat again. Fellow last-time-out scorer Madman is next on the list, with Tafah and Lion of Mali others commanding respect.
B g Time Test - Bimbo
Richard Fahey Ebor Racing Club Ltd Richard Fahey, Malton
Br Lady Halifax
NON-RUNNER
creditable
TIMEFORMVIEW Winner at Newcastle in December. 5/2, creditable fourth of 9 in handicap at this course (6.1f) 11 days ago, no extra late on Possibilities for all his draw could have been kinder NON RUNNER TFRIIIII BHA65
2
Gr f Kameko (USA) - Jufoon
RC VIP Syndicate IX
Edward Greatrex
Charlie Pike, Stockbridge
Br J H R Horses Ltd racingclub.com
TIMEFORMVIEWKameko filly who made a promising start when third in an 11-runner Windsor novice (6f) back in July Didn’t progress in 2 starts thereafter on turf but switch to handicaps rates a plus now debuting for new yard and interesting if market vibes proved positive. TFRHHIII BHA65
3 SMARTANCK (IRE) (63) 045134- CD
B c Showcasing - Mahaaseel
Old Gilroyders & Partner
William Pyle (3)
Antony Brittain, Warthill
Br Redpender Stud Ltd Tote
(4)
TIMEFORMVIEW Off the mark on handicap debut over C&D in September for Richard Hughes. Creditable third next time but not in same form having changed yards/equipped with a tongue strap when last of 4 in nursery at Newcastle (7.1f) 63 days ago. Others preferred. TFRHHIII BHA64
4 PIVOTAL TERMS (GB) (58) 00630-
Ch f Pinatubo (IRE) - Her Terms
Mohammed Tabti (5)
Miss Valerie Renwick & Mr Kevin Kerr Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Br Apple Tree Stud Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
(3)
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden 12/1, respectable seventh of 14 in nursery at Dundalk (6f) 58 days ago. Makes tapeta debut First run for yard after leaving Joseph G. Murphy. TFRHHHII BHA64
5 ALFA DUPLICATE (IRE) (11) 502-6 9-7 (1)
B f Kodiac - Lady of Acclaim (IRE)
Alfa Site Services Ltd
Br Old Carhue Stud
Jack Mitchell
Ivan Furtado, Easingwold
Alfa Site Services Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWKodiac filly who wasn’t ideally placed after 7 months off (given breathing operation in the interim) when sixth of 9 on handicap debut at this course (6.1f) 11 days ago. Remains early days but she does need to take a step forward. TFRHHIII BHA63 (-1)
6 MARRA DONNA (IRE) (60) 050- 9-7 (8)
B g Cotai Glory - Give Her A Squeeze (IRE) Cieren Fallon
Pompey ventures 4 Ollie Sangster, Marlborough
Br Tally-Ho Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWCotaiGlorygeldingwhooffereddefinitepromiseonsecondofhis3startsinnovicecompanylastyear However,hewasagainfartoofreeonqualifying run at Lingfield in December and he’ll need to settle better now attentions switch to handicaps. One to note in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA63
7 SUP OF RED (IRE) (93) 004465- 9-7 (9)
B f Supremacy (IRE) - Red Saree (IRE) Taryn Langley (5) Mr Adrian Wintle Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
Br Egk Partnership
TIMEFORMVIEWCreditable fifth of 14 in nursery at Dundalk (7f, 9/1), not ideally placed Off 93 days. Makes tapeta debut First run for yard after leaving Jack W. Davison but yard look to hold stronger claims with Luna Beaux. TFRHHHII BHA63 ) ) 4
TIMEFORMVIEW Thrice-raced maiden Last of 9 in novice (66/1) at Kempton (7f) 58 days ago, losing place 2f out Needs to get back on track sent handicapping with cheekpieces applied. TFRHHIII BHA62
9 LION OF MALI (GB) (92) 5002-
B g Sands of Mali (FR) - Setantii Girl (IRE)
The Cool Silk Partnership
Br The Cool Silk Partnership
9-5 (12)
Daniel Muscutt
James Fanshawe, Newmarket
Pegasus Stables LLP
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced maiden who surpassed his previous exploits when finishing a very good second of 10 in nursery (5/2) at Newcastle (7.1f) in November Gelded thereafter and it remains early days with him if draw doesn’t prove too much of a hindrance TFRHHHII BHA61
10 MADMAN (GB) (30) 35264-1
B g Due Diligence (USA) - Amoreena
Mr T. D. Ward
9-5 (5)
Alec Voikhansky
Tom Ward, Upper Lambourn
Br Whitsbury Manor Stud Smulders
TIMEFORMVIEWStepped up a little since sterner headgear was applied, equipped with a refitted visor when readily winning 11-runner handicap at Kempton (6f, 3/1) 30 days ago, leading last 1/2f Possibilities returned to this longer trip TFRHHHHI BHA61
11 TAFAH (IRE) (25)
300-44
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Rush
9-2 (6)
William Carson
Dallas Racing and Associate Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Br Golden Farm Thoroughbreds Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWYet to win in 5 starts but he took a step forward from his yard debut effort when fourth of 9 in handicap at this course (6.1f, 12/1) 25 days ago, nearest finish. One to bear in mind on the back of that
12 LUNA BEAUX (IRE) (10) 00040-1 C
8-12 (in6lbex) (7)
B f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - The Stalking Moon (IRE) Finley Marsh
Major Wintle Partnership Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn
Br Mr Thomas Hore
TIMEFORMVIEWFirst run since leaving Miss Kate McGivern, career best when winning 9-runner handicap at this course (6.1f, 5/1) 10 days ago, not clear run. Carries penalty Hard to beat with a repeat TFR
2025: MASTER TECHNICIAN (IRE) 3 9 3 George Wood 9-4 (Rod Millman) 5 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 9.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Luna Beaux (IRE), 3-1 Madman (GB), 13-2 Lion of Mali (GB), 11-1 Tafah (IRE), 14-1 Marra Donna (IRE), 18-1 Pivotal Terms (GB), Sup of Red (IRE), 22-1 Smartanck (IRE), Alfa Duplicate (IRE), 28-1 Denby’s Dream (GB), 40-1 Neat And Tidy (GB)
RACE RESULT: TIMEDISTANCE 1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH
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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): G Boughey (72 wins from 439 runners, 16%) runs BRASIL POWER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): O Murphy (8 wins from 42 runners, 19%) runs ROARING LEGEND
LONGEST TRAVELLER: RIBBLE VIBE trained by D O’Meara, Upper Helmsley, 155 miles.
RIBBLEVIBE was successful at this C&D in December and ran really well up in grade at Newcastle three weeks ago Still low mileage and posting a very positive AW record, he’s selected to return to winning ways. Course winner Brasil Power is in good form with back-to-back wins in December and held his form well over 2m at Newcastle, so he’s a threat, along with Sax Appeal in what is a useful handicap
1 ROARING LEGEND (FR) (147) 660
Gr g Roaring Lion (USA) - Amarysia (FR)
Sean Levey
Mr Alan Peterson Olly Murphy, Wilmcote Br S.C.E.A. Marmion Vauville et al Coral Racing Limited, Betano
TIMEFORMVIEWHasn’t won for a year but regularly contests high-end handicaps. Third of 13 in Mallard handicap at Doncaster (16/1) 147 days ago when refitted with cheekpieces, led and kicked on over 2f out before being collared in the final 50 yards Has rejoined former yard and this is easier TFRHHHII BHA103
2 PRYDWEN (IRE) (56) 005200- C
B g Camelot - Honey Hunter (IRE)
8 9-12 (5)
Liam Wright (5)
Blue Starr Racing & Keith Breen George Scott, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEWHas been hard to catch right for a while, runner-up at Chester last September before finishing last of 9 in handicap at Southwell (7/2) 56 days ago when shaping as if amiss after 7 weeks off. Cheekpieces removed. TFRHIIII BHA101
3 ENEMY (GB) (36) 00255-1
B g Muhaarar - Prudenzia (IRE)
9 9-8 (4)
Edward Greatrex
Tracey Bell & Caroline Lyons Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Ecurie Des Monceaux & Skymarc Farm Inc Maison49
TIMEFORMVIEW Ended long losing run in a slightly easier handicap than he had been contesting at Southwell (10/3) 36 days ago, overcoming ordinary pace at shorter trip Back up to 16.5f and 4lb rise perfectly fair TFRHHHII BHA97
4 BRASIL POWER (FR) (21) 31311-3 C
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Venturous Spirit (FR)
7 9-4 (2)
Pat Cosgrave
Miss Eleanor Wellesley George Boughey, Newmarket
Br Dayton Investments Limited George Boughey Racing Ltd, Star Sports Bet
TIMEFORMVIEWGained third win of a productive winter in at 12f course handicap in December Third of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (8/1) 21 days ago over 2m, confirming his stamina for that far and he’s holding his form really well TFRHHHHI BHA93
5 SAX APPEAL (GB) (30) 23431-2 C BF
B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Isobel Archer
Kingsley Park 46 - Ready To Run
Br C&S B/S Ltd, C Younghusband, K McGivern
6 9-3 (3)
Callum Shepherd
Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Johnston Racing Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWCareer-best effort when winning at Southwell in December and backed that up under a penalty when second of 6 in handicap at Kempton (5/4 fav) 30 days ago, the muddling nature of that race not helping. Returns to a course where he has won three times. TFRHHHII BHA92
6 RIBBLE VIBE (IRE) (21) 54231-2 CD
5 8-13 (1)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Mujarah (IRE) Cieren Fallon The Horse Watchers 4 David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Br Godolphin Timeform
TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful at this C&D in December and even better form when second of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (5/1) 3 weeks ago, up in grade but running really well, leading briefly 2f out and pulling clear of remainder A force to be reckoned with on this surface TFRHHHHH BHA88
2025: BLACK SMOKE (IRE) 8 9 3 George Wood 9-2 (Mark Loughnane) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.
ONE MILE, FOUR FURLONGS ABOUT 51 YARDS [12F ABT 51YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS
THE MIDNITE ARE UPPING THE BETTING GAME HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBBPLUS RACE)
Total prize fund
£15200 ™ Owners Prize Money. 1st £6276, 2nd £3139, 3rd £1569, 4th £784, 5th £392. (Penalty Value £7955.68) SS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): I Williams (56 wins from 436 runners, 13%) runs VAGUELY ROYAL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (3 wins from 13 runners, 23%) runs SHRIMP SHADY
WEIGHTWATCHER: VAGUELY ROYAL won off a handicap mark of 89, his rating is now down 8lb to 81. LONGEST TRAVELLER: PRIDE OF DONEGAL trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 140 miles.
SHRIMP SHADY’s latest Kempton fourth has to go down as a shade disappointing, yet his penultimate Lingfield second confirms he has handicaps in him from this sort of mark and he’s worth another chance to get back on the up with the Andrew Balding stable continuing in fine form. Low-mileage course scorer Rastnet is another worth a look now her stamina is tested further Storm Catcher and Pride of Donegal complete the shortlist
(IRE)
1
B g Vadamos (FR) - Next Life
Jack Mitchell
Killarney Glen Simon Pearce, Newmarket
Br Mr Andreas Putsch
TIMEFORMVIEWCourse winner Latest win at Chelmsford City in August Shaped better than distance beaten suggests when eleventh of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f, 33/1) 21 days ago, his track position far from ideal. Now below last winning mark. TFRHHHII BHA90
2 NOLTON CROSS (IRE) (692) 52/1464/- CD
Br g Dark Angel (IRE) - Pandora’s Box (IRE)
Middleham Park Racing XCII
Br Lynch Bages Ltd
Joe Leavy
Hugo Palmer, Malpas
Middleham Park Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner who shaped better than bare result when creditable fourth of 9 in handicap at this C&D back in March 2024. Things can’t have been plain sailing to be absent since and the betting can prove the best guide. TFRHHHII BHA89
3 SPACEPORT (IRE) (483) 410040/- D
Gr g U S Navy Flag (USA) - Moon Empress (FR)
RaceShare - Spaceport
5 9-9 (2)
Edward Greatrex
Tom Lacey, Woolhope
Br Roger O’Dwyer RaceShare
TIMEFORMVIEWDual winner at up to 1 3/4m for William Muir & Chris Grassick in summer 2024 but absent since finishing a well-beaten ninth of 11 on yard/hurdles debut at Catterick this time last year Another best guided by the betting on return/AW debut. Tongue strap on 1st time/following wind surgery. TFRHHIII BHA85
4 LADY OF ARABIA (GB) (20) 33311-5 C
6 9-7 (1)
B m Poet’s Word (IRE) - Arabian Music (IRE) Finley Marsh KJB Racing Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury
Br Saxtead Livestock Ltd ABM Catering Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Latest win here in December Bit below form fifth of 10 in handicap (28/1) at Lingfield (10f, AW) 20 days ago, left poorly placed Possibilities up in trip TFRHHHII BHA83
5 VAGUELY ROYAL (IRE) (118) 50/3000- CD 6 9-5 (5)
Br g Galileo (IRE) - Danilovna (IRE) Cieren Fallon
Eventmasters Racing Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Br Bjorn Nielsen Eventmasters Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful winner on Flat/over hurdles but well below par under both codes during 2025 (had begun to look temperamental) Switched yards ahead of this and the assessor has afforded him a chance if that has a positive effect ahead of this TFRHHIII BHA81
6 PRIDE OF DONEGAL (IRE) (6) 2102-44 D BF
B c Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Pride (FR) Callum Shepherd
(8)
Mr M. Doyle Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Br Fair Salinia Ltd Johnston Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on handicap debut at Kempton (12f) in October. 15/8, fourth of 7 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f) 6 days ago. Back up in trip Not taken lightly TFRHHHII BHA81 (-1)
7 RASTNET (IRE) (46) 5221- C
9-3 (6) B f Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Rythmic Sean Levey
Newtown Anner Stud Farm John Butler, Newmarket
Br Newtown Anner Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced filly who showed improved form to go one better than on her 2 most recent starts when winning 10-runner novice at this course (9.5f, 11/2) 46 days ago, proving determined This even longer trip could unlock further progress
8 SHRIMP SHADY (GB) (16) 21/302-4 BF 4 9-1 (4)
B or Gr c Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Preveza (FR) Rob Hornby
Mr M W. Pendarves
Andrew Balding, Kingsclere Br Porlock Vale Stud Tote
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced winner who shaped well on the back of a break when runner-up at Lingfield (10f) in December Subsequent Kempton fourth has to go down as an underwhelming effort but there are certainly handicaps in him from this mark if putting it all together TFRHHHHH BHA79
2025: MARINER (IRE) 4 9 7 George Wood 7-2 (Jennie Candlish) 8 ran
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3. Stewards Note:
NOLTON CROSS: Following its run on 16/3/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Rastnet (IRE), 3-1 Shrimp Shady (GB), 11-2 Lady of Arabia (GB), 6-1 Pride of Donegal (IRE), 12-1 Nolton Cross (IRE), 14-1 Storm Catcher (IRE), 22-1 Vaguely Royal (IRE), 25-1 Spaceport (IRE)
RACE RESULT:
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 1.12 - THE JOIN THE MIDNITE MOVEMENT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4710 to the winning horse The second to receive £2210, the third £1104, the fourth £552 and the fifth £275. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £45 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 4th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after January 24th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Midnite has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 18 entries, 1 at £9 and 17 at £45. - Closed January 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) SS SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 1.42 - THE MIDNITE A NEXT GENERATION BETTING APP NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) 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 novice four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, January 31st and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 4th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 5lb For each other race won 7lb (Where appropriate, median auction and auction Novice or Maiden races will carry the same penalty as Restricted races) (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). Midnite has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25 8 entries at £50. - Closed January 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (Penalty Value £5400) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 11 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.12 - THE DAILY PROFIT BOOSTS AT betmgm.co.uk CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3140 to the winning horse The second to receive £1473, the third £736, the fourth £368 and the fifth £183. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-50. Enter by noon, January 31st and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 4th. Weights: 9st 9lb each Penalties, after January 24th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above. BetMGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25 ELIMINATION: Protection from elimination will operate in the following order Horses which, in the opinion of the Handicapper, have the highest Handicap Rating based on races run up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, except that horses which have run fewer than seven times in a Flat race will be given priority. Random balloting will apply where horses have identical Handicap Ratings. (In the case of horses which have raced fewer than 7 times, no preference will be given to those with the least number of runs. Those with the highest handicap rating will be given preference). 14 entries at £30. - Closed January 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2477; Second £1239; Third £619; Fourth £310; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 2.42 - THE DAILY PROFIT BOOSTS AT betmgm.co.uk CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3140 to the winning horse The second to receive £1473, the third £736, the fourth £368 and the fifth £183. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-50. Enter by noon, January 31st and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 4th. Weights: 9st 9lb each Penalties, after January 24th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above. BetMGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25 ELIMINATION: Protection from elimination will operate in the following order Horses which, in the opinion of the Handicapper, have the highest Handicap Rating based on races run up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, except that horses which have run fewer than seven times in a Flat race will be given priority. Random balloting will apply where horses have identical Handicap Ratings. (In the case of horses which have raced fewer than 7 times, no preference will be given to those with the least number of runs. Those with the highest handicap rating will be given preference). 14 entries at £30. - Closed January 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2477; Second £1239; Third £619; Fourth £310; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 3.17 - THE BET £10 GET £40 WITH BETMGM HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3140 to the winning horse The second to receive £1473, the third £736, the fourth £368 and the fifth £183. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £30 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 4th. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after January 24th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Bet MGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 20 entries, 2 at £6 and 18 at £30. - Closed January 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2477; Second £1239; Third £619; Fourth £310; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 3.52 - THE READ MEG NICHOLLS’ BLOG AT betmgm.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3140 to the winning horse The second to receive £1473, the third £736, the fourth £368 and the fifth £183. for three yrs old only, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £30 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 4th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after January 24th, 2026, for each race won 6lb. BetMGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 18 entries at £30. - Closed January 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2477; Second £1239; Third £619; Fourth £310; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.22 - THE MIDNITE: BUILT FOR 2026 NOT 2006 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £12988 to the winning horse The second to receive £6090, the third £3046, the fourth £1522, the fifth £761 and the sixth £380. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 or higher; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Note below). £126 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £101 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 4th. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 4-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 10st; 4-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after January 24th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 105 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 10st. Subsequently, the excess over 105 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried. Those horses rated 85 and below are also eligible to run in this race. Elimination from this race will be as provided for in the Race Administration Code. Midnite has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25 7 entries, 1 at £25 and 6 at £126. - Closed January 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10239; Second £5121; Third £2560; Fourth £1280; Fifth £640; Sixth £320. (Penalty Value £12988.08) SS SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Eighth Race 4.52 - THE MIDNITE ARE UPPING THE BETTING GAME HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBBPLUS RACE) 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 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £76 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £61 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 4th. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 4-y-o 8st 7lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 10st; 4-y-o 9st 12lb Penalties, after January 24th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Midnite has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25 11 entries, 0 at £15 and 11 at £76. - Closed January 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6276; Second £3139; Third £1569; Fourth £784; Fifth £392. (Penalty Value £7955.68) SS SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
