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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. days since last ran form guide previous performances jockeys silks / = new season - = new year horse’s Bold type shows All Weather name and saddlecloth birthplace form number C = course winner weight draw D = distance winner CD = course & distance winner st-lb age

3 CROSS COUNTER (GB) (100) 11-11 CD Br

B c Teofilo (IRE) - Waitress (USA) Godolphin Godolphin

2 9-2

(2)

Adam Kirby Charlie Appleby, Newmarket 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 Br

Jockey

Trainer

Sponsor S

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

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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 5.00 ONE MILE ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (13F ABT 219YDS) FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

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THE MIDNITE A NEXT GENERATION BETTING APP APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Total prize fund £6000 ª Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) A SS

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (107 wins from 1135 runners, 9%) runs ALEX THE GREAT AND MOON OVER THE SEA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (11 wins from 58 runners, 19%) runs ALEX THE GREAT AND MOON OVER THE SEA WEIGHTWATCHER: LEGACY POWER won off a handicap mark of 70, his rating is now down 12lb to 58.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: LEGACY POWER trained by M Mullineaux, Tarporley, 127 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

MOON OVER THE SEA comes here in good form after winning at Southwell 8 days ago, showing a strong finishing kick. Despite a 4lb rise, his excellent track record (five previous Wolverhampton wins) makes him the selection. Fascinating Shadow is a consistent all-weather performer, while the reliable Zooks placed second over course and distance recently.

1-2-3: 1.MOON OVER THE SEA 2.FASCINATING SHADOW (IRE) 3.ZOOKS (FR) KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Br

Jockey

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor

no

horse

age

st lb

Draw

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GRAND DUCHESS OLGA (GB) (16) 123026- CD

6

9-12

(10)

B m Sir Percy - Archduchess Newmarket Equine Tours Racing Club Br Miss K. Rausing

Chloe Lyons (5) Julia & Shelley Birkett, Newmarket Birkett Racing

TIMEFORMVIEWAW performer with one course and distance win who finished sixth of 11 in handicap at this course and distance (15/2) 16 days ago, still showing good form despite unfavourable circumstances. Should remain competitive. TFRHHHII BHA60

2

LEGACY POWER (GB) (108) 5/50600-

B g Time Test - Aurelia Mr I. Holt Br Mr Richard Moses & Mr Joe Callan

6

9-10

Poppy Scott (5) Michael Mullineaux, Tarporley

(8)

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown nothing since leaving Andrew Balding for 2,000gns, finishing last of 11 in handicap at Haydock Park (125/1) last September in first-time visor. First-time eyeshields replace visor today. TFRHIIII BHA58

3

FASCINATING SHADOW (IRE) (6) 4212-24

B g Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Golden Shadow (IRE) Deva Racing SE Br Max Morris

8

9-10

Conor Whiteley (5) James Owen, Newmarket Deva Racing Group

(3)

TIMEFORMVIEWWon at Lingfield over 15.8f 35 days ago and placed second twice since. Fourth of 6 in handicap at Wolverhampton (11/4) 6 days ago, shaped as if still in good form despite muddling pace and being caught wide. Consistent performer on AW who should continue to be competitive. TFRHHHHI BHA58

4

V POWER (GB) (167) 435/400-

B g Protectionist (GER) - Vagabonde (IRE) FRN - Chepstow Club Br Power Thoroughbreds Germany Gmbh

6

9-9

Zoe Lewis (5) Thomas Faulkner, Devauden Valley Water Services Ltd

(6)

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability when 4th at Chepstow last May but finished last of 8 at Ffos Las (10/1) last July. Hard to fancy after 167-day absence and remains winless in 15 races.

TFRHIIII BHA57

5

URBAN WARRIOR (GB) (70) 006-

B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Khawlah (IRE) Mr W Enticknap, Mr B Ralph and Partner Br Godolphin

4

9-8

Harry Vigors (5) Stuart Williams, Newmarket Tote

(2)

TIMEFORM VIEW Shown little ability in three starts, most recently when sixth of 7 at Kempton (80/1) 70 days ago.

Makes handicap debut with first-time hood and significant step up in trip.

TFRHHIII BHA59

6

MOON OVER THE SEA (GB) (8) 64036-1 CD

B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Veiled Beauty (USA) Mr D. J. Oseman Br Chasemore Farm

7

9-8

(in4lbex)

Tyrese Cameron (3) Tony Carroll, Cropthorne Tote

(7)

TIMEFORMVIEWHas shown signs of improved form recently with a third at Wolverhampton 44 days ago. Won at Southwell (11/2) 8 days ago in an 11f handicap, doing well to run down the leader in the final 100 yards. Up 4lbs and back up in trip but has won at this course five times previously.

TFRHHHHH BHA52

7

ALEX THE GREAT (IRE) (28) 4P0000- D

Gr g Camelot - Moonrise Landing (IRE) Shropshire Wolves & Mill House Racing Br Oak Hill Stud

6

9-7

Myla Coppins (5) Tony Carroll, Cropthorne Mill House Racing Limited

(9)

TIMEFORM VIEW Poor form in 9 runs since last win in March. Finished 11th of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (33/1) 28 days ago, dwelling at start and weakening early.

TFRHIIII BHA55

8

8

ZOOKS (FR) (16) 313332- D

6

B m Camelot - Tristesse (USA) Six for Joy Br Wertheimer & Frere

9-6

Jack Nicholls Ian Williams, Alvechurch House of Cavani, Tote

(1)

TIMEFORMVIEWWon at Ffos Las last July and has been placed in all four starts since. Ran well with cheekpieces reapplied when second of 11 in handicap at this course and distance (10/3) 16 days ago, making headway under pressure and keeping on. Consistency is hard to knock and should give another good account. TFRHHHHI BHA54

BLUE SIAM (IRE) (24) 00/4536-

B f Blue Point (IRE) - Golden Temps (IRE) C. R. Hirst & M. Owen Br Ms Mary Gallagher

4

9-1

Liam Wright Hugo Palmer, Malpas Coral Racing Limited

(5)

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improvement when third at Newcastle (12f) 87 days ago, but finished sixth of 12 in a handicap at Southwell (16/1) 24 days ago after being hampered at the start. Handles AW but needs to show more progression. TFRHHHII BHA52

10

HAVACHOC (GB) (37) 304430-

Ro g Havana Gold (IRE) - White Chocolate (IRE) Mr Ambrose Turnbull Br The Rumble Racing Club - White Chocolate

4

8-11

Tom Kiely-Marshall Patrick Morris, Prescot

(4)

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability on AW when third of 9 at Newcastle (12/1) before finishing ninth of 11 in handicap at this course (40/1) 37 days ago, finding things tougher. More competitive back in lesser company. TFRHHHII BHA48 2025: TWO PLUS TWO (IRE) 5 8 7 Taryn Langley 16-1 (Ed de Giles) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Hood worn first time by No. 5. Eyeshields worn first time by No. 2.

Visor worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 8, 9.

Stewards Note: ALEX THE GREAT: Following its run on 15/12/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Zooks (FR), 7-2 Fascinating Shadow (IRE), 4-1 Moon Over The Sea (GB), 10-1 Grand Duchess Olga (GB), 16-1 Blue Siam (IRE), 18-1 Urban Warrior (GB), 22-1 Havachoc (GB), 33-1 Legacy Power (GB), V Power (GB), Alex The Great (IRE)

RACE RESULT: TIME

DISTANCE

1ST

2ND

3RD

4TH

POSITION OF STALLS 7f 36y: Outside, Remainder: Inside

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RACE ONE

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SECOND RACE 5.30 ABOUT SIX FURLONGS [6F ABT 20YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD

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THE BET £10 GET £40 WITH BETMGM HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Total prize fund £6000 ª Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (107 wins from 1135 runners, 9%) runs TAFAH TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (11 wins from 58 runners, 19%) runs TAFAH LONGEST TRAVELLER: GOLDEN HAVANA trained by M Dods, Darlington, 156 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

BLINDFOLD GAMES has shown improved form since switching to handicaps and looks ready to strike after finishing third here 13 days ago when wandering under pressure. Far Too Fizzy pulled hard last time but still finished second and poses the biggest threat if settling better. Grey Horizon enters in winning form after success at Southwell and remains competitive despite a 5lb rise.

1-2-3: 1.BLINDFOLD GAMES (IRE) 2.FAR TOO FIZZY 3.GREY HORIZON KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Br

Jockey

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor

no

horse

st lb

Draw

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GREY HORIZON (GB) (11) 00123-1 D

9-9

(7)

Gr c Havana Grey - Sharla Amphitheatre Racing Limited Br Bearstone Stud Limited

Kieran O’Neill Scott Dixon, Rolleston

TIMEFORM VIEW Finished third over 7f at this course before winning as 6/4 favourite in 9-runner handicap at Southwell 11 days ago. Up 5lbs but remains competitive at this more suitable 6f trip. TFRHHHII BHA65

2

ESPONA BAY (IRE) (82) 066252-

9-9

Ch g New Bay - Grammata (IRE) Peter Trainor and Ballylinch Stud Br Ballyhimikin Stud & Skymarc Farm

Saffie Osborne Michael Bell, Newmarket Michael Bell Racing

(3)

TIMEFORM VIEW Better on AW with two seconds, most recently runner-up of 12 in handicap at Kempton (15/8) 82 days ago. Likely to be competitive at this similar track and trip.

TFRHHHII BHA65

3

BLACK ROCK BEAUTY (IRE) (30) 660-

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Brown Bee (IRE) Fides et Robur Br Kevin Blake

9-6

Warren Fentiman (5) Richard Fahey, Malton

(8)

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed modest form in three novice/maiden starts, finishing eighth of 10 in 5f novice at this course (33/1) 30 days ago, doing best work late. Stepping back up to 6f for handicap debut could suit. TFRHHIII BHA62

4

GOLDEN HAVANA (IRE) (27) 044051-

B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Lily For Ever (FR) Denton Hall Racing Ltd Br Skymarc Farm

9-6

Sean Kirrane Michael Dods, Darlington Denton Hall Racing Ltd

(9)

TIMEFORM VIEW Performed poorly on only previous try at 6f before winning over 5f at Newcastle (15/2) 27 days ago in first-time blinkers, just holding on by a short-head. Remains to be seen if he can be as effective back up in trip. TFRHHHII BHA62

5

BLINDFOLD GAMES (IRE) (13) 650243-

B f Mehmas (IRE) - Kissepal (IRE) Mr Peter Stokes Br Kilweelran Ltd

9-6

Billy Loughnane George Boughey, Newmarket Star Sports Bet, George Boughey Racing Ltd

(4)

TIMEFORMVIEWHas shown improved form since switching to handicaps, finishing second at Lingfield. Finished third of 10 in handicap at this course over 6f (15/2) 13 days ago, not helping her chances by failing to keep straight under pressure. Player. TFRHHHHH BHA62

6

TAFAH (IRE) (11) 300-4

9-2

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Rush Dallas Racing and Associate Br Golden Farm Thoroughbreds Ltd

George Wood Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

(2)

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to win in four starts, fourth of 8 in handicap at Southwell (10/1) 11 days ago on first run since being gelded. May improve for that outing.

TFRHHHII BHA58

7

FAITHFUL DREAM (GB) (82) 6460-

B c Dream Ahead (USA) - Faithful Promise Fosnic Racing Br Petches Farm Ltd

9-2

Alistair Rawlinson Michael Appleby, Oakham Trade Access Panels Ltd

(1)

TIMEFORM VIEW Finished 11th of 12 in handicap at Kempton Park (16/1), not settling and dropping away after taking strong hold. First run after wind operation may help with previous settling issues. TFRHHIII BHA58

10

8

LIFE AFTER LOVE (GB) (16) 060-

B f Palace Pier - Love On The Rocks (IRE) The Chriselliam Partnership Br The Chriselliam Partnership

9-1

(10)

Jason Watson Ollie Sangster, Marlborough Minster Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced filly well beaten in all three AW starts, including when last of 7 here (150/1) 16 days ago. Hood removed for handicap debut.

TFRHHIII BHA57

9

FAR TOO FIZZY (GB) (13) 015202- D

B c Far Above (IRE) - Fizzy Feet (IRE) David Lowe Br The Lowe Family

9-1

Rowan Scott David Loughnane, Tern Hill Dave Loughnane Racing

(5)

TIMEFORMVIEWWinner of a Chelmsford handicap in October and has since twice finished runner-up at 6f on the all-weather. Second of 10 at this course (8/1) 13 days ago, pulling hard throughout but still finishing well. Should be competitive if settling better in the early stages.

TFRHHHHI BHA57

LINA CODINA (GB) (171) 0000-

B f Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - The Wee Barra (IRE) MPS Racing & Partners Br Redgate Bloodstock

8-13

Faye McManoman Nigel Tinkler, Malton Alexanders York

(6)

TIMEFORM VIEW Limited ability shown in turf starts, finishing seventh of 8 in handicap at Thirsk (16/1) last July, beaten 5 1/2 lengths. Makes All Weather debut.

TFRHHIII BHA55 2025: PRINCE OF BEL LIR (IRE) 7 9 3 David Probert 17-2 (Joseph Parr) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Blinkers worn by No. 4. Visor worn by No. 1.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7.

Stewards Note: BLINDFOLD GAMES: Following its run on 30/12/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.

FAR TOO FIZZY: Following its run on 30/12/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Grey Horizon (GB), 9-2 Espona Bay (IRE), 11-2 Far Too Fizzy (GB), 6-1 Golden Havana (IRE), 13-2 Blindfold Games (IRE), 14-1 Tafah (IRE), 20-1 Black Rock Beauty (IRE), 25-1 Life After Love (GB), 28-1 Faithful Dream (GB), 40-1 Lina Codina (GB)

RACE RESULT: TIME

DISTANCE

1ST

2ND

3RD

4TH

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PAC E YO U R S E LF

ALLOW ONE SOFT DRINK BETWEEN EVERY ALCOHOLIC DRINK RECORD TIMES DIST. 5f 5f 6f 6f 7f 7f 1m½f 1m½f 1m1½f 1m1½f 1m4f 1m6f 2m½f

RECORD HOLDER Quatrieme Ami (GB) (2yo) Lomu (IRE) (3yo+) Mubakker (USA) (2yo) Kachy (GB) (3yo+) Richard R H B (IRE) (2yo) Mister Universe (GB) (3yo+) Jack Hobbs (GB) (2yo) Keystroke (GB) (3yo+) Emissary (GB) (2yo) Storm Ahead (IRE) (3yo+) Paths Of Glory (GB) (3yo+) Tribal Art (IRE) (3yo+) Aircraft Carrier (IRE) (3yo+)

DATE 13Nov15 03Dec19 01Nov18 26Dec18 23Nov19 12Mar16 27Dec14 26Nov16 12Oct19 18Nov19 19Oct19 19Apr22 14Jan19

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COURSE RECORD 59.75s 59.33s 1m 12.16s 1m 11.44s 1m 26.77s 1m 25.35s 1m 47.38s 1m 45.43s 1m 57.99s 1m 55.91s 2m 33.44s 2m 57.16s 3m 31.18s

RP STANDARD 59.80s 59.80s 1m 11.90s 1m 11.90s 1m 26.00s 1m 26.00s 1m 46.10s 1m 46.10s 1m 56.50s 1m 56.50s 2m 35.30s 2m 58.50s 3m 34.50s

RACE TWO

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THIRD RACE 6.00 SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR NOVICE FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

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THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED AT BETMGM NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) Total prize fund £10000 ª Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533. (Penalty Value £5400) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): M Appleby (74 wins from 569 runners, 13%) runs SPLINTERWOOD TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (5 wins from 15 runners, 33%) runs ALL MOONSHINE LONGEST TRAVELLER: THEQUIETMAN trained by D O’Meara, Upper Helmsley, 155 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

ALL MOONSHINE showed much improved form when winning assertively at Southwell 2 weeks ago and remains open to improvement after just 2 starts. Oceans Five shaped well when third at Chelmsford after a 14-month absence and has plenty about him physically. Counting Cards and They All Know Me should also make their presence felt.

1-2-3: 1.ALL MOONSHINE 2.OCEANS FIVE (IRE) 3.COUNTING CARDS KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor

no

horse

age

st lb

Draw

1

ALL MOONSHINE (GB) (15) 31- D

4

9-7

(7)

B f Oasis Dream - Alla Luna Miss K. Rausing Br Miss K. Rausing

Jason Watson Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed debut promise to win a 7f novice at Southwell (9/2) 15 days ago, asserting in good style despite showing greenness. Penalised but open to further improvement with just two runs under her belt. TFRHHHHH BHA76

2

COUNTING CARDS (GB) (23) 042/20-

B g Territories (IRE) - Romaana My Future Champion & S Liyanage Br Culworth Grounds Farm

4

9-5

Callum Rodriguez Edward Bethell, Middleham

(4)

TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced gelding who showed promise with two second-place finishes, including when returning from a breathing operation at Southwell. Seventh of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (5/2) 23 days ago, not settling and weakening in the final furlong. May do better returning to novice company. TFRHHHHI BHA75

3

HAMMAL (IRE) (399) 6/-

B g No Nay Never (USA) - Conniption (IRE) The Regal Eagles Br Mr Frank Hutchinson

5

9-5

Kieran O’Neill Max Young, Sneads Green

(3)

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form when sixth of 10 in a novice at this C&D (7/1) in December 2024, slowly away but made late headway.

Subsequently sold from Stuart Williams £1,400 in January 2025 and missed that season. Best watched. TFRHHIII BHA-

4

OCEANS FIVE (IRE) (32) 0/3-

4

9-5

Ch g Bated Breath - Polar Sea Family Amusements Ltd & DBS Partners Br Yulong Investments

Billy Loughnane Brian Meehan, Manton Sirecam Europe

5

4

(5)

TIMEFORMVIEWProved a different proposition from sole 2-y-o start (off 14 months) when third of 10 at Chelmsford City (4/1), no extra only late on. Has plenty about him physically and can do better again. TFRHHHHI BHA-

SPLINTERWOOD (GB) (15) 0-

B g Due Diligence (USA) - Appleberry (IRE) B & M Pallets Ltd Br Michael Golding

9-5

Alistair Rawlinson Michael Appleby, Oakham B & M Pallets Ltd

(1)

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed only greenness on racecourse debut when seventh of 8 in novice stakes at Southwell (20/1) 15 days ago. Needs to show significant improvement from that initial effort.

TFRHHIII BHA-

6

THEQUIETMAN (GB) (15) 2502/3-

Br g Farhh - Souila (USA) Mr Evan M. Sutherland Br St Albans Bloodstock LLP

5

9-5

Mark Winn David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley GAIN Equine Nutrition

(6)

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced gelding placed in three of five starts, ran on for third of 8 behind All Moonshine in novice stakes at Southwell (4/1) on yard debut 15 days ago in first-time hood. 7lb better off with the winner here. TFRHHHHI BHA73

7

THEY ALL KNOW ME (GB) (23) 32233-

Gr g Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Silver Machine Mr M. J. Macleod Br Whitsbury Manor Stud

4

9-5

Warren Fentiman (5) Richard Fahey, Malton Baker Finch Interiors

(2)

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced gelding placed in all five starts including third of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (10/1) 23 days ago, finishing well but left with too much to do. Good chance back in a novice. TFRHHHHI BHA72

12

8

MISS HELENA (IRE) (21) 0-

B f Invincible Army (IRE) - Alexiade (IRE) Mr Paul Bona Br P. Motherway

4

9-0

Faye McManoman Michael Mullineaux, Tarporley

TIMEFORM VIEW Tailed off all 3 starts, first 2 in bumpers.

(8)

TFRHIIII BHA-

2025: ROSENPUR (GER) 5 9 7 George Wood 11-8 (Jennie Candlish) 5 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Hood worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

Stewards Note: THEQUIETMAN: Following its run on 28/12/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 All Moonshine (GB), 4-1 Counting Cards (GB), Oceans Five (IRE), They All Know Me (GB), 13-2 Thequietman (GB), 33-1 Hammal (IRE), 40-1 Splinterwood (GB), 250-1 Miss Helena (IRE)

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FOURTH RACE 6.30 SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

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THE WIN £250,000 WITH BETMGM’S GOLDEN GOALS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Total prize fund £7100 ª Owners Prize Money. 1st £2932, 2nd £1466, 3rd £733, 4th £366, 5th £183. (Penalty Value £3716.14) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (107 wins from 1135 runners, 9%) runs RIVER WHARFE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (11 wins from 58 runners, 19%) runs RIVER WHARFE WEIGHTWATCHER: MART won off a handicap mark of 75, his rating is now down 8lb to 67.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: FLOWSTATE trained by D O’Meara, Upper Helmsley, 155 miles.

RACE SUMMARY The vote goes to FLOWSTATE, who has proved admirably consistent in recent months and wasn’t seen to best effect when a close third in the recent C&D contest won by Nacho Nacho Nacho, a rival he meets on 2lb better terms this time. Mart took a step back in the right direction at Lingfield on New Year’s Eve and he looks dangerous off an attractive mark, while Bella Bisbee is also likely to be in the mix.

1-2-3: 1.FLOWSTATE (IRE) 2.MART 3.BELLA BISBEE KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br

PLAY SMARTER

Trainer

Sponsor

no

horse

age

st lb

Draw

1

BEAR ROCK (IRE) (23) 412002-

5

9-9

(2)

B m Fascinating Rock (IRE) - My Bear Lady Joe Bear Racing Br Mr Chris Ransom

Faye McManoman Michael Mullineaux, Tarporley

TIMEFORM VIEW Second of 8 in handicap at this course (6.1f, 11/1) 23 days ago. 2lb rise for that near-miss is fair enough but one or two of the others are more appealing for win purposes all the same. TFRHHHII BHA69

2

BELLA BISBEE (GB) (17) 000124- CD

5

9-8

B m Muhaarar - Sterling Sound (USA) Amphitheatre Racing Limited Br Fiona Gordon

Kieran O’Neill Scott Dixon, Rolleston

3

5

(4)

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Latest win here in December. 9/4, respectable fourth of 8 in handicap at this course (6.1f) 17 days ago. Each-way claims.

TFRHHHII BHA68

MART (GB) (12) 020504- C

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Adorn Racing To Profit Syndicate Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited

9-7

Neil Callan Dylan Cunha, Newmarket

(6)

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. Creditable fourth of 8 in handicap (9/2) at Lingfield (6f, AW) 12 days ago.

TFRHHHHI BHA67 On a workable mark and he’s not taken lightly.

4

ARNAZ (GB) (10) 43204-0 D

B g Havana Grey - Fair Maiden (JPN) Laurence Bellman Br Mr & Mrs S. Bosley

5

9-7

Billy Loughnane Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster

(8)

TIMEFORM VIEW Fifteen runs since last win in 2024. Last of 7 in handicap at this C&D (4/1) 10 days ago.

Cheekpieces on 1st time and needs to bounce back.

TFRHHIII BHA67

5

THE CARIBBEAN (IRE) (30) 540201- CD

5

B g No Nay Never (USA) - Shermeen (IRE) Llewelyn,Runeckles and Wetumpka Racing Br Barronstown Stud

9-7

(10)

Saffie Osborne Heather Main, Wantage Open Plan Law Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 10-runner handicap (9/4) at this C&D 30 days ago but a 4lb rise in this higher-grade race could find him out.

TFRHHHII BHA67

6

FLOWSTATE (IRE) (16) 222413- D

B g Bungle Inthejungle - Free Lance (IRE) Trendy Ladies & Partner Br Lisieux Stud

5

9-7

Mark Winn David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley GAIN Equine Nutrition

(7)

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle in December. 15/8, creditable 1/2-length third of 10 to Nacho Nacho Nacho in handicap at this C&D 16 days ago, running on. Shortlist material. TFRHHHHH BHA67

7

NACHO NACHO NACHO (IRE) (8) 65361-0 CD

B g Bungle Inthejungle - Alliseeisnibras (IRE) Brownsbarn Thoroughbreds and Fiona Shaw Br Rathasker Stud

4

9-5

Callum Shepherd Jack Morland, Newmarket Rapido Racing Ltd

(3)

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in December. Eleventh of 12 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f, 11/2) 8 days ago, doing too much too soon. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. TFRHHHII BHA65

16

8

ADELAIDE BAY (GB) (10) 11500-6 CD

B g New Bay - Vitamin (IRE) Kate Barrett Br Lucy Sangster & Jane Chapple Hyam

4

9-2

Stevie Donohoe Thomas Faulkner, Devauden Culmex Construction Ltd, Valley Water Services Ltd

(1)

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Three wins from 7 runs last year. Sixth of 7 in handicap at this C&D (50/1) 10 days ago, slowly away. Likely to find a few too good once more.

TFRHIIII BHA62

9

HARBOUR VISION (GB) (16) 300410- CD

Gr g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Holy Nola (USA) Amphitheatre Racing Limited Br Newsells Park Stud

11

9-1

Mikkel Mortensen (5) Scott Dixon, Rolleston

(5)

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner. Latest win here in December. Last of 10 in handicap at this C&D (5/1) 16 days ago, ridden too aggressively. Another who needs to bounce back.

TFRHHIII BHA61

10

RIVER WHARFE (GB) (10) 11506-5 CD

Ch g Showcasing - Wahylah (IRE) Mr A. W. Carroll Br Shutford Stud

8

8-10

Myla Coppins (7) Tony Carroll, Cropthorne Mill House Racing Limited

(9)

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Four wins from 18 runs last year. Latest win here in October. Fifth of 7 in handicap (16/1) at this C&D 10 days ago. Others more persuasive.

TFRHHIII BHA56 2025: RIVER WHARFE 7 8 3 Molly Gunn 12-1 (Tony Carroll) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 5, 9.

Visor worn by No. 6, 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10.

Stewards Note: ARNAZ: Following its run on 2/1/2026 it was reported that the horse was unsuited riden up front.

NACHO NACHO NACHO: Following its run on 4/1/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free.

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RACE FOUR

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Flowstate (IRE), 11-2 Bella Bisbee (GB), The Caribbean (IRE), 7-1 Mart (GB), 8-1 Bear Rock (IRE), 17-2 Nacho Nacho Nacho (IRE), 12-1 Arnaz (GB), 14-1 Harbour Vision (GB), 28-1 River Wharfe (GB), 66-1 Adelaide Bay (GB)

FIFTH RACE 7.00 SEVEN FURLONGS ABOUT 36 YARDS [7F ABT 36YDS] FOR THREE YRS OLD

PROUDLY SPONSORED BY

THE READ MEG NICHOLLS’ BLOG AT betmgm.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Total prize fund £6000 ª Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Fahey (42 wins from 389 runners, 11%) runs SPIRIT OF MARA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Ollie Sangster (2 wins from 9 runners, 22%) runs PRANCY PEER LONGEST TRAVELLERS: SPIRIT OF MARA trained by R Fahey & SURGEON COMMANDER trained by C Lidster - both Malton, 145 miles.

RACE SUMMARY SURGEON COMMANDER raised his game when sharing the spoils at Newcastle last month and, nudged up just 1lb for that, he is taken to follow up. Next on the list is Slack Bob, who wasn’t beaten far on his handicap bow at Lingfield. Because We Can is having his first run in handicap company and, provided that the first-time visor has the desired effect, he could also have a part to play, along with Crown The Future.

1-2-3: 1.SURGEON COMMANDER (IRE) 2.SLACK BOB 3.BECAUSE WE CAN (IRE) KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor

no

horse

st lb

Draw

1

BECAUSE WE CAN (IRE) (40) 055-

9-9

(5)

B g Advertise - Kaprice (IRE) Mr Andrew L Cohen & Partner Br Cotton House & Beshellstown Trading Co

Georgia Dobie Clive Cox, Hungerford Wood Hall Stud Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 15/2, fifth of 10 in novice at Kempton (6f) 40 days ago, keeping on well. Visor on 1st time for this handicap debut and it wouldn’t be much of a surprise were he to take a step forward. TFRHHHII BHA64

2

SLACK BOB (GB) (28) 0054-

B g Mayson - Falling Angel The Old Etonian Racing Syndicate II Br Kirtlington Stud & Mr C. Budgett

9-9

Robert Havlin Ed Dunlop, Newmarket Ed Dunlop Racing Ltd

(3)

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 6/1, creditable fourth of 10 in nursery at Lingfield (6f, AW) 28 days ago.

Makes tapeta debut off 1lb lower mark and could make his presence felt.

TFRHHHHI BHA64

3

PRANCY PEER (GB) (24) 0000-

B f Palace Pier - Prance (IRE) Mr K. Doyle Br Newbyth Stud

9-8

Jason Watson Ollie Sangster, Marlborough

(4)

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 16/1, seventh of 9 in nursery at Southwell (8.1f) 24 days ago, left poorly placed. Easy enough to look elsewhere.

TFRHIIII BHA63

4

SAILOR BATT (IRE) (87) 440236-

B g Coulsty (IRE) - Nora Batt (IRE) Mr Laurence O’Kane Br J. W. Nicholson

9-7

Callum Rodriguez David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk

(1)

TIMEFORMVIEW11/1 and hooded for 1st time, bit below form sixth of 11 in nursery at Haydock (7f, good to soft) 87 days ago, worst of draw.

May well be a factor if taking to this surface but there is suspicion that sprinting could prove to be his game. TFRHHHII BHA62

5

PIMENTEL (GB) (98) 000512- D

Ch f Pinatubo (IRE) - Puzzled (IRE) Mr M. P. N. Tregoning Br Barton Stud/Mount Coote Stud

9-3

Rob Hornby Marcus Tregoning, Whitsbury Marcus Tregoning Racing Ltd

(8)

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Brighton in September. Creditable second of 9 in nursery (12/1) at Yarmouth (7f, good to firm) when last seen in October. The worry is that she failed to fire on sole previous visit here.

TFRHHHII BHA58

6

CROWN THE FUTURE (IRE) (41) 05615- CD

B g Coulsty (IRE) - Palace Future Mr O. Humphrey Br Gerard Phelan

9-2

Neil Callan Jack Morland, Newmarket Private Jet Media Limited

(7)

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner. C&D winner. Fifth of 8 at Newcastle (8f, 8/15) 41 days ago and, disappointing an effort though that was, he shouldn’t be written off given the manner of his handicap debut success here in November. TFRHHHII BHA57

7

SPIRIT OF MARA (FR) (13) 0060-

B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Marahill Girl (IRE) Richard Fahey Ebor Racing Club Ltd Br L’Hotellerie & Irish National Stud

9-1

Warren Fentiman (5) Richard Fahey, Malton

(6)

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 40/1, eighth of 10 in nursery at this course (6.1f) 13 days ago.

Cheekpieces on 1st time. Needs a couple of these to falter.

TFRHIIII BHA56

20

8

SURGEON COMMANDER (IRE) (23) 600561- D

B g Cotai Glory - Very Good (IRE) Mike Brennan Br Micheal & Martin Butler

9-1

Billy Loughnane Craig Lidster, Malton The Injured Jockeys Fund

(2)

TIMEFORM VIEW 9/4, career best when winning 8-runner nursery at Newcastle (7.1f) 23 days ago. 1lb rise for that joint success (dead-heated) fair enough and he has to be high on the shortlist. TFRHHHHH BHA56 2025: BURABACK (IRE) 6 9 2 Joanna Mason 2-1 (Derek Shaw) 6 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Visor worn first time by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7.

Hood worn by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Surgeon Commander (IRE), 9-2 Crown The Future (IRE), 11-2 Pimentel (GB), 6-1 Sailor Batt (IRE), 7-1 Because We Can (IRE), 15-2 Slack Bob (GB), 33-1 Spirit of Mara (FR), 40-1 Prancy Peer (GB)

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SIXTH RACE 7.30 ONE MILE ABOUT 142 YARDS [8F ABT 142YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

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THE ALWAYS GAMBLE RESPONSIBLY AT BETMGM HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Total prize fund £9000 ª Owners Prize Money. 1st £3716, 2nd £1859, 3rd £929, 4th £464, 5th £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): T Carroll (107 wins from 1135 runners, 9%) runs SCENARIO AND VOLENDAM TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Carroll (11 wins from 58 runners, 19%) runs SCENARIO AND VOLENDAM WEIGHTWATCHER: ARLECCHINO’S REX won off a handicap mark of 52, his rating is now down 6lb to 46.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: HOMER STOKES trained by D & N Barron, Thirsk, 142 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

The consistent R P MCMURPHY looks the way to go. He has finished on the premises off this mark on all three starts since opening his account over C&D in December and there’s no reason to think that he won’t continue the good work. Lhebayeb has edged down to a workable mark and is feared on the back of a decent effort here recently. How’s The Guvnor is another to consider and Strobelight will also need considering if taking his chance.

1-2-3: 1.R P MCMURPHY 2.LHEBAYEB (GER) 3.HOW’S THE GUVNOR (IRE) KEY colours

Owner

Breeding

Breeder

Jockey

Br

Trainer

PLAY SMARTER

Sponsor

no

horse

age

st lb

Draw

1

PACIFIC PRINCE (GB) (16) 6/0000-

5

9-9

(7)

Ch g Australia - Vasilia Miss J. C. Blackwell Br V. I. Araci

Laura Coughlan (3) James Bennett, Wantage James Bennett Racehorse Transport

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Ninth of 11 in handicap (100/1) at this C&D 16 days ago.

Readily passed over.

TFRHIIII BHA55

2

R P MCMURPHY (GB) (6) 33133-3 CD

B g Expert Eye - Danzanora Peter Wragg Br Clive Wragg

4

9-8

Edward Greatrex Michael Appleby, Oakham Trade Access Panels Ltd

(5)

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in December. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable third of 9 in handicap (9/4) at Southwell (8.1f) 6 days ago. Very much a player off the same mark.

TFRHHHHH BHA55

3

HOW’S THE GUVNOR (IRE) (51) 600533-

B g Calyx - Blessing (USA) Set Barabbas Free Br Sir Robert Ogden

5

9-7

George Wood Jennie Candlish, Leek Equine Products UK Ltd

(9)

TIMEFORM VIEW Seventeen runs since last win in 2023. Creditable third of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (8f, 11/2) 51 days ago, clear TFRHHHII BHA53 of rest. Remains winless following 8 attempts on the AW but shouldn’t be far away nonetheless.

4

SCENARIO (GB) (10) 62362-1 CD

B f Territories (IRE) - Rahaaba (IRE) Mrs Helen Hawkins & partner Br Oliver St Lawrence Bloodstock Ltd

4

9-7

Neil Callan Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

(4)

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 9-runner handicap at this course (9.5f, 5/1) 10 days ago.

2lb rise fair enough but this race looks stronger. Yard also saddles Volendam.

TFRHHHII BHA54

5

VOLENDAM (GB) (9) 40533-0

B f Muhaarar - Furqaan (IRE) Stoneleigh Racing lll Br Mr A. Dale

4

9-6

Rowan Scott Tony Carroll, Cropthorne Parkdesigned Ltd

(6)

TIMEFORM VIEW 5/1, seventh of 11 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f) 9 days ago, slowly away. Up in trip and others are more persuasive.

TFRHHIII BHA53

6

HOMER STOKES (GB) (9) 40006-0

B g Stimulation (IRE) - Thicket Harrowgate Bloodstock Ltd Br Llety Farms

8

9-6

Callum Rodriguez David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk Tote

(3)

TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2024. 9/1, ninth of 11 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f) 9 days ago. Up in trip and he needs to bounce back.

TFRHHIII BHA52

7

STROBELIGHT (GER) (14) 326405-

Ch g Earthlight (IRE) - Soprana (GER) Mrs Fiona Carmichael Br Gestut Gorlsdorf

4

9-5

Billy Loughnane George Boughey, Newmarket Fine & Country Jersey Ltd

(8)

TIMEFORM VIEW5/1 and blinkered for 1st time, creditable fifth of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f) 14 days ago. Back up in trip and he should be on the premises if taking his chance. Engaged 4.12 Chelmsford Sunday. TFRHHHII BHA52

22

8

LHEBAYEB (GER) (16) 604305- CD

8

9-5

(11)

B m Alhebayeb (IRE) - Lady Gabrielle (IRE) Mr Douglas Boddy Br Mount Coote Stud

Callum Shepherd Richard Price, Hereford Tote

9

5

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Three wins from 19 runs last year. 28/1, good fifth of 11 in handicap at this C&D 16 days ago. Looks competitive on form.

TFRHHHHI BHA51

PAPS OF JURA (GB) (204) 600-

B g Mountain High (IRE) - Haidees Reflection Mr Sam Thomas Br Sam Thomas

9-4

Rob Hornby Sam Thomas, Cardiff

(1)

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 250/1, ninth of 11 in maiden at Ffos Las (7.4f, soft). Off 6 months ahead of this handicap debut and while improvement is certainly not out of the question, a big step forward is clearly needed. TFRHIIII BHA50

10

FASTER BEE (GB) (28) 060400-

B g Time Test - Sweet As Honey The Yes No Wait Sorries Br Philip Mitchell Bloodstock

5

9-2

(10)

Gina Mangan Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham BresBet

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 23 Flat runs. 18/1, eleventh of 13 in handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW) 28 days ago and, unless the first-time tongue strap sparks improvement, he will probably come up short once more. TFRHIIII BHA48

11

DASH POWER (GB) (24) 560020- CD

B g Twilight Son - Glitter Girl Mr Adrian Walton Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited

5

9-0

Sean Kirrane Lawrence Mullaney, Wiseton Arena Graphics

(2)

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. One win from 35 Flat runs. Thirteen runs since last win in 2025.

Seventh of 10 in handicap (20/1) at Southwell (8.1f) 24 days ago. Others preferred. TFRHHIII BHA45

12

ARLECCHINO’S REX (GB) (21) 346600- C

B g Belardo (IRE) - Queen Margherita Mr K. Senior Br Mrs Elizabeth Grundy

4

8-13

(12)

Jason Watson Mark Usher, Lambourn Tote

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. Fifteen runs since last win in 2024. Ninth of 12 in handicap (33/1) at Lingfield (7f, AW) 21 days ago. Up in trip and it’s probably best to look elsewhere. TFRHIIII BHA45 2025: MANY A STAR (IRE) 8 9 8 Rob Hornby 3-1 (Jamie Osborne) 7 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 12 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 10. Hood worn by No. 3.

Blinkers worn by No. 11. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 R P McMurphy (GB), 9-2 Scenario (GB), 11-2 Strobelight (GER), 6-1 How’s The Guvnor (IRE), 17-2 Lhebayeb (GER), 12-1 Volendam (GB), 16-1 Homer Stokes (GB), 28-1 Dash Power (GB), 40-1 Faster Bee (GB), 50-1 Arlecchino’s Rex (GB), 66-1 Paps of Jura (GB), 80-1 Pacific Prince (GB) DISTANCE

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SEVENTH RACE 8.00 ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 104 YARDS [9F ABT 104YDS] FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

PROUDLY SPONSORED BY

THE MAKE THE MOVE TO MIDNITE CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) Total prize fund £6000 ª Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS

RACE STATS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J Owen (40 wins from 193 runners, 21%) runs WRIST ART TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Owen (8 wins from 41 runners, 20%) runs WRIST ART LONGEST TRAVELLER: EAGLES WHISTLE trained by D Bourke, Lockerbie, 213 miles.

RACE SUMMARY

EAGLES WHISTLE is improving fast for new connections and may be able to land the hat-trick. A repeat of Bondi Man’s recent C&D fourth would have him in the mix, while Wrist Art hasn’t been long with the James Owen yard and could improve for headgear.

1-2-3: 1.EAGLES WHISTLE (IRE) 2.WRIST ART (IRE) 3.BONDI MAN KEY colours

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EAGLES WHISTLE (IRE) (2) 3066-11

6

10-5

(10)

Ch m Free Eagle (IRE) - Nannys Well (IRE) Edward & Rose Ltd Br Diana Duffy & Diane Murphy

Shane Gray Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie Stephex Trucks UK

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in Ireland last year, but has suddenly found her stride with back-to-back wins at Newcastle. First of 10 in conditions race (7/2) just 2 days ago. Up in trip for hat-trick bid and could have more to offer given recent marked improvement. TFRHHHHH BHA38

2

BONDI MAN (GB) (17) 620554-

Ch g Australia - Honorine (IRE) Winging It Br Qatar Bloodstock Ltd

7

9-9

Tyler Heard Sarah Hollinshead, Upper Longdon Tote

(6)

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran creditably when fourth of 9 at this C&D (40/1) 17 days ago but hasn’t won in 19 races and tendency to hang left/carry head awkwardly remains a concern.

TFRHHIII BHA46

3

DESIDERATA (IRE) (6) T3600-4 CD

B g Vadamos (FR) - Seven Even (FR) Carl & Emma Pyne Br Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd

6

9-9

(11)

Robert Havlin Thomas Faulkner, Devauden Valley Water Services Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWHas shown little since course and distance success on stable debut (66/1) last year. Finished fourth of 11 at Southwell TFRHHHII BHA47 (11/2) 6 days ago, making headway but never on terms with principals. Will need to build on that run.

4

GEMINI MAN (IRE)) (156) 5/41225- D

B g Zoffany (IRE) - Keystone Gulch (USA) ER Mr G. Gibson NN U R Br Lynch Bages ON

TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER

5

N

NEWFIRE (IRE) (39) 000000-

Ch m New Bay - Luciole Mr Kevin Frost Br R. Cody

8

9-9

Non Runner Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

(4)

TFRHHHHI BHA48

5

9-9

Donovan Goucher (7) Kevin Frost, Newark Kevin Frost Racing

(5)

TIMEFORM VIEW Finished 8th of 12 in handicap at Chelmsford City (33/1) 39 days ago and showing little improvement from stable debut. Down in class but bit to prove.

TFRHHIII BHA47

6

PYRRHIC DANCER (IRE) (48) 11/13/04- CD

B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Kirk’s Dancer (USA) Mrs S. Bullock & Mr H. Maye Br Mr Eric Koh

7

9-9

Taylor Fisher (3) Gary Brown, Swindon

(3)

TIMEFORMVIEWThree-time Wolverhampton winner who finished fourth of 13 in handicap over 8.6f (28/1) 48 days ago, proving he retains ability after a break. Seems to perform best at this venue and one to note for support. TFRHHHII BHA47

7

RACING COUNTRY (IRE) (130) 3/00000- CD

B g Dubawi (IRE) - Movin’ Out (AUS) Mr Damien G. Wingrove Br Godolphin

11

9-9

Rob Hornby Damien Wingrove, Bridgnorth

(7)

TIMEFORM VIEW Came last of 13 at Southwell (150/1) last September, beaten by 43 lengths and showing no ability in recent runs.

TFRHIIII BHA49

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8

THE PUG (IRE) (6) 31650-0

6

B g Churchill (IRE) - Alumni Award Mr Anthony Bithell Br Lynch Bages Ltd & Glenvale Stud

9-9

Aiden Brookes (3) Micky Hammond, Middleham Micky Hammond Racing

(2)

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Ffos Las last August but was again below form when 7th of 10 in conditions race at Southwell (18/1) 6 days ago. Blinkers back on but he isn’t one for maximum faith. TFRHHIII BHA46

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TRUSTY SCOUT (IRE) (8) 30003-0 C D

Ch g Gleneagles (IRE) - Dutch Lilly Shawthing Racing Partnership Br ATE Farms & Kinane Bloodstock

8

9-9

Ben Ffrench Davis (5) Derek Shaw, Sproxton A & J Sectional Buildings Ltd

(9)

TIMEFORMVIEWStruggled prior to finishing third at this course/distance (25/1) 17 days ago and best forgiven latest tenth of 11 at Southwell (17/2) 8 days ago where saddle slipped. Without a win in 20 races but drop back to this C&D could help (running without cheekpieces today). TFRHHHII BHA46

10

WRIST ART (IRE) (8) 00006-0 D

9

B g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Vasoni (IRE) Johnstone Partnership Br Mrs Claire Doyle

9-9

George Wood James Owen, Newmarket Keylocks (Ltd)

(1)

TIMEFORMVIEWSixth of 13 in handicap at Southwell in November when showing promise on stable debut but finished seventh of 12 in conditions race at Southwell (11/2) 8 days ago. Hasn’t been long with excellent yard and first-time visor could bring about improvement back over a longer trip. TFRHHHHI BHA49

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THAT LUCAS FELLA (IRE)) (2)) 40 345-2 40345-2 R NE UN R N NO

B g Territories (IRE) - Orpha Mr A. Branniff Br Ms Arlene Shine

TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER

4

9-8

Non Runner Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

(8)

TFRHHHHI BHA50

2025: GREEN POWER 10 9 4 Sam Feilden 3-1 (John Gallagher) 10 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Visor worn first time by No. 10. Blinkers worn by No. 8, 11.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4.

Stewards Note: GEMINI MAN: Following its run on 22/12/2025 it was reported that the horse had a wound on its left fore.

TRUSTY SCOUT: Following its run on 4/1/2026 it was reported that the jockey’s saddle slipped.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Eagles Whistle (IRE), 5-2 Wrist Art (IRE), 6-1 Trusty Scout (IRE), 8-1 Desiderata (IRE), Pyrrhic Dancer (IRE), 12-1 The Pug (IRE), 16-1 Bondi Man (GB), 20-1 Newfire (IRE), 66-1 Racing Country (IRE)

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RACE SEVEN

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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 5.00 - THE MIDNITE A NEXT GENERATION BETTING APP APPRENTICE 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 46-60 (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. January 10th.

Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 12lb; 4-y-o 8st 9lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 4-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after January 3rd, 2026, 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 who, prior to January 9th, 2026, have not ridden more than 50 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority Allowances: Jockeys who have not ridden more than 25 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden any such winner 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). Midnite has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 12 entries, 1 at £6 and 11 at £30. - Closed January 6th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2477; Second £1239; Third £619; Fourth £310; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) A SS SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 5.30 - 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 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. January 10th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after January 3rd, 2026, for each race won 6lb. BetMGM as kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 16 entries at £30. - Closed January 6th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2477; Second £1239; Third £619; Fourth £310; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 6.00 - THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED AT BETMGM 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 6th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 10th. 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). BetMGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 10 entries at £50. - Closed January 6th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (Penalty Value £5400) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 6.30 - THE WIN £250,000 WITH BETMGM’S GOLDEN GOALS 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 50 and below). £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. January 10th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after January 3rd, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. BetMGM has kindly sponsored this race and will provide the person responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out with £25. 19 entries at £35. - Closed January 6th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2932; Second £1466; Third £733; Fourth £366; Fifth £183. (Penalty Value £3716.14) Weights raised 1lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 7.00 - 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. January 10th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after January 3rd, 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. 14 entries at £30. - Closed January 6th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2477; Second £1239; Third £619; Fourth £310; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 7.30 - THE ALWAYS GAMBLE RESPONSIBLY AT BETMGM 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 46-55 (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. January 10th. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st; 4-y-o 8st 13lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 4-y-o 9st 8lb Penalties, after January 3rd, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. BetMGM 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, 1 at £9 and 19 at £45.

- Closed January 6th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 8.00 - THE MAKE THE MOVE TO MIDNITE CLASSIFIED 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 0-50. Enter by noon, January 6th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. January 10th. Weights: 4-y-o 9st 8lb; 5-y-o and up 9st 9lb Penalties, after January 3rd, 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. Midnite 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). 28 entries at £30. - Closed January 6th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2477; Second £1239; Third £619; Fourth £310; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

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