Ascot Racecard - Wednesday 1st May

THERE’ TH THE YOU YOU YOU, THEN THERE’S , THEN ERE’S

C H A I R M A N ’ S W E L C O M E

Welcome to Royal Ascot Trials Day, our first Flat fixture of 2024.

This Flat season we are delighted to be offering record prize money at Ascot of £15 million, an increase of just over 4% on 2023 across our 17 fixtures (excluding the industry owned QIPCO British Champions Day in October). This includes a total of over £10 million at Royal Ascot for the first time. No race at the Royal Meeting will be run for less than £110,000 and all Group 1 races will be worth a minimum of £650,000.

Today’s racecard forms a key part of the planning for the Royal Meeting for many trainers and owners, with plenty of victories at Royal Ascot coming off the back of a run at this fixture. Last year, Coltrane impressively won the Longines Sagaro Stakes before mounting a bold bid in the Gold Cup, denied only by Courage Mon Ami and a fairytale Frankie Dettori ride. Meanwhile, Bradsell began his season in the British Racing School 40th Anniversary Commonwealth Cup Trial, before recording the first Group 1 victory of his career in the King’s Stand Stakes, which has been renamed The King Charles III Stakes with the kind permission of His Majesty.

Today we are delighted to be hosting four charities and their supporters who are celebrating milestone anniversaries through our Ascot Supports programme; equine charities The Brooke and Heros, as well as local charities Alma Beacon and Learning To Work. Heros will be presented with a cheque for £1,000 as the charity that accumulated the most losing betting slips through our Bet With Ascot Donation Scheme throughout the 2023/24 Jumps season - that presentation will take place after the Bet With Ascot Donation Scheme Paradise Stakes.

We would like to thank our partner Longines, sponsor of today’s Longines Sagaro Stakes, and race sponsors Darley and the British EBF. Equally, we would like to welcome guests from Naas Racecourse today, who will be presenting trophies after races five and six, the two divisions of The Naas Racecourse Handicap This is part of a longstanding relationship with the Irish track, which hosts its Royal Ascot Trials Day on Sunday, 19th May.

Please enjoy your day, and we hope to welcome you back to Ascot next week, when we race on Friday and Saturday.

Yours sincerely,

Sir Francis Brooke Bt. His Majesty’s Representative & Chairman

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1st Race 1.10pm

RACING PAGES

Your guide to all of today’s races

The Royal Ascot Two-Year-Old Trial EBF Conditions Stakes (GBB Race)

This race is a five furlong conditions stakes for two-year-olds. The runners in this type of race are subject to specific conditions that often revolve around age or sex, or confine the race to horses that have yet to win above a particular level. In this instance, the race is restricted to two-year-olds which are EBF eligible.

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2nd Race 1.40pm

The Bet With Ascot Donation Scheme Paradise Stakes (A Queen Anne Stakes Trial) (Listed Race)

This one mile contest for four-year-olds and upwards is a Listed race; a race that can only be bettered by a Group 1, 2 or 3 race. Many of the runners in this race will have already shown themselves to be talented and this race provides a perfect medium for them to be tested against a better class of rival before making the jump into a Group race. Initially, the weights are set at 9st 5lb for colts and geldings and 9st for fillies before penalties are awarded to horses that have previously won above a certain level – 3lb for a Listed race victory, 5lb for a Group 3 success and 7lb for a Group 2 win.

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3rd Race 2.15pm

The Longines Sagaro Stakes (Group 3) (A Gold Cup Trial)

One of the feature races of the day is this two mile Group 3 race for four-year-olds and upwards. A race which can only be bettered by a Group 1 or 2, many of the runners will have already posted form well above average and some may use this as a stepping-stone to even greater things Initially, the weights are allocated on the basis of age and sex before penalties are awarded to horses which have won above a certain level prior to lining up here –3lb to Group 3 winners, 5lb for a Group 2 or 7lb to those successful in a Group 1.

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4th Race 2.45pm

The Commonwealth Cup Trial Stakes (Group 3)

The second of our feature races, this six furlong race for three-year-olds is a Group 3 contest and will attract some of the speediest juveniles around this season. Unlike in a handicap when a horse’s official rating reflects the weight that they must carry, in a Group 3 all runners carry the same weight regardless of any previous form. In this case colts and geldings carry 9st 3lb and fillies 9st, although any runner which has already won a Group 1 or 2 race will be issued with a 4lb penalty.

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5th Race 3.25pm

The Naas Racecourse Handicap (Div I)

This is a five furlong handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 66 to 85

To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have run at least three times in a Flat race in Britain, or have run in no more than two Flat races run in Britain and won at least one of them. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap In simple terms a horse rated 85 would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 80

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6th Race 4.00pm

The Naas Racecourse Handicap (Div II)

Some races can often prove very popular with owners and trainers and as a result more horses are declared to run than the official safety limit allows for To avoid horses being denied a run, which is obviously disappointing for connections, the British Horseracing Authority has allowed the previous race to be split into two divisions, with each contest carrying identical race conditions

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7th Race 4.35pm

The Darley British EBF Fillies’ Novice Stakes

The penultimate race on the card is a Novice Stakes, run over a distance of one mile. There are a variety of reasons why the three-year-olds in this race are still light on experience. Stoutly bred horses are unlikely to be seen at their best over the shorter distances of their juvenile season whilst a setback or injury can curtail even the most precociously bred horse’s two-year-old career

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8th Race 5.10pm

The Manny Mercer Apprentice Handicap Stakes

Our finale is a one mile handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 76 to 95 In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than a lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 40 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 130.

K E Y TO SY MB O L S

Entry Point Cash Machine

Cloakroom & Left Luggage Grandstand Entrances

King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers are invited to enjoy facilities on Level 4 of the Grandstand

Ascot Shop LK Bennett Boutique

Taxi Drop Off Point

Soft Play

Ascot Supports

Memberships at Ascot Information

Ascot Racecourse Supports Sensory Room

Sunflower Lawn

CAR PARK 2

Concourse Level

Level 4

Wristbands

Lost Child/Person

Free wristbands are available from all entrances for children and vulnerable racegoers to aid with a lost child/person. If this situation does arise, racegoers are encouraged to contact the nearest steward who will assist.

Over 18 Wristbands

Ascot operates a strict over 18+ policy for the purchase of alcohol or betting. Racegoers over 18 can collect an 18+ wristband from any entrance or the information desk on the Grandstand Concourse with photographic proof of age.

CAR PARK 3

Picnic Lawns

O F F T H E TR AC K

THE ASCOT SHOP

Visit the Ascot Shop, located in the Grandstand near Entrance B, to browse a stylish range of exclusive collections, on-the-day essentials and perfect gifts and mementos from your day at Ascot.

LK BENNETT BOUTIQUE

Discover LK Bennett’s Royal Ascot Collection and more, with styles perfect for weddings, weekend plans or just because.

Forgotten your sunglasses of a flat pair of shoes? Don’t worry – get raceday ready with LK Bennett Located next to the Parade Ring.

SOFT PLAY

Little ones can have plenty of fun in our soft play area, located trackside on the Concourse Level of the Grandstand, close to Entrance B.

ASCOT SUPPORTS SENSORY ROOM

Guests aged 16 and under who have neuro-diverse conditions and need a calm space during the day are welcome to visit the sensory room located adjacent to the Cedar Tree Lawn.

MEMBERSHIPS AT ASCOT

Discover our exciting stable of Memberships in the Grandstand today. The Queen Anne Membership offers one day of Royal Ascot and two Ascot Racedays* for just £99.

*Selected days available.

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W H E R E TO EA T AN D D R IN K

King Edward VII Enclosure

Please note that the following outlets are located on Level 4 and are exclusively available to King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers.

Casual Dining On The Go

CAVIAR HOUSE

Choose from shrimp cocktail, Balik tartar or Scottish smoked salmon among other seafood dishes, accompanied by a selection of Champagnes and fine wines

Bars

BIT AND BRIDLE COCKTAIL BAR

Select from a range of cocktails or Ascot signature serves specially developed for the Flat season. Enjoy a Royal Ascot Blush or one of our delectable alcohol-free options.

Serving coffees presented by Lavazza, the official coffee of Ascot, assorted teas and a range of paninis, sandwiches and cakes.

Named after the Godolphin colt that won two King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes in a row, this bar serves a selection of Champagne, beer, wine, spirits and soft drinks

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LAVAZZA ON 4

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Queen Anne Enclosure

King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers are also welcome to visit the Queen Anne Enclosure.

FRONT RUNNER GRILL

Enjoy a selection of gourmet burgers at one of Ascot’s most popular eateries, find us on the Concourse, a stone’s throw from the Parade Ring with great access to trackside.

On The Go Bars

CHOISIR

This Bar, named after the Australian sprinter who won two races in four days at Royal Ascot, serves a range of Champagne, wine, beer and spirits with alcohol-free options also on offer.

Treat yourself to a delicious pizza made with authentic Italian dough and a choice of toppings Located on the Concourse close to Grandstand Entrance D.

Named after a racing superstar, this bar, located on the Grandstand Concourse, will be serving beer, wine, spirits and alcohol-free options

PIZZA & CO

DUBAI MILLENIUM

T H E R A C I N G P A G E S

2 BA A E ED (G B) (3 1)

B c Sea The Stars (IRE) - Aghareed (USA) (Kingmambo (USA))

Owner: Shadwell Estate Company Ltd

Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 2

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, White Epaulets, striped cap

Form: 111111-1 CD

BET WITH ASCOT VIEW HHHHH The world’s top-rated turf horse, who has made spectacular progress since his debut last June, most recently justifying short odds in the Lockinge at Newbury where he easily beat Real World and completed a Group 1 hat-trick (first two legs came in last year’s Moulin and here in the QEII); acts on good to firm and good to soft ground, still unbeaten (7-7) and has genuine claims to being the best miler since Frankel, with 1m2f aspirations for him also on the cards later on; looks set to produce another display of sheer class. Official BHA Rating 125

1. Owner’s silks (illustration)

2. Colour of horse

B = Bay

Br = Brown

Ch = Chestnut

Gr = Grey

Ro = Roan

3. Horse’s number on saddle cloth

4. Sex of horse

c = colt f = filly g = gelding h = horse m = mare

5. Sire (Father)

6. Horse’s name

7. Dam (Mother)

8. Birthplace of horse

9. Number of days since last ran

10. Damsire (Grandfather)

11. Draw

12. Form guide

13. Racing Post star rating

14. Owner(s)

15. Trainer and location of training establishment

16. Breeder

17. Age of horse

18. Owner’s colours (description)

19. Previous performances

/ = Denotes new season

– = Denotes new year

B = Brought down

F = Fell

P = Pulled Up

U = Unseated rider

20. Form details

C = Course winner

D = Distance winner

CD = Has won a race over the same distance at Ascot before.

C D = Has at won a race at Ascot before but over a different distance. They have also won over today’s trip at another course.

BF = Finished beaten favourite on their previous run.

21. Weight (stones/pounds)

22. Official BHA Rating

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 penalties and 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-handicapped races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change in rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating. For novice steeple chasers, their latest hurdle race rating may be shown until such time as the handicappers allot a separate steeple chase rating. Such ratings are prefixed by the letter h.

23. Jockey’s name and photo

If there is a number next to the name, this indicates that the jockey can claim that amount in weight (lbs) off the stated riding weight.

Dr aw 5 JIM CROWLEY

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Ascot would like to take this opportunity to thank today’s race sponsors for their generous support.

The European Breeders’ Fund was established in 1983 and is funded predominantly by contributions from stallion owners In Great Britain, the British EBF have provided over £40,000,000 of additional prize money to the racing industry ebfstallions.com

The Bet with Ascot Donation Scheme initiative encourages customers to deposit their losing betting slips into one of our charity boxes, supporting a nominated equine or local charity, in return for the chance of winning a hospitality prize. Today, we are pleased to announce the 2023/4 Jumps season winners –equine charity, Heros.

Based in Saint-Imier, Switzerland since 1832, Longines watchmakers enjoy an expertise steeped in tradition, elegance and performance. With generations of experience as the official timekeeper for world championships, and as a partner of international sports federations, Longines has created strong and long-lasting relationships in the world of sports, over the years. Known for the elegance of its timepieces, Longines is a member of Swatch Group Ltd., the world’s leading watchmaker. The Longines brand, with its winged hourglass emblem, is established in over 150 countries

Royal Ascot Trials Day on Sunday, May 19th is Naas Racecourse's pinnacle flat card of the season, boasting two Group 3 races in the Goffs Lacken Stakes and The Coolmore Fillies Stakes along with some listed contests that can produce hot contenders for the Royal Meeting here in June. This year's event takes on added significance as it serves as a platform to commemorate Naas Racecourse's 100 years of racing heritage. The course is gearing up for a day of celebration and everyone is invited to come racing for free and join in the festivities

Darley, founded by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, is a global thoroughbred stallion operation which currently stands stallions in six countries around the world. Darley's headquarters is Dalham Hall Stud in Newmarketthe renowned home of racing. Darley currently stands 24 stallions in Europe for 2024, led by Britain’s greatest ever sire, Dubawi.

The European Breeders’ Fund was established in 1983 and is funded predominantly by contributions from stallion owners In Great Britain, the British EBF have provided over £40,000,000 of additional prize money to the racing industry ebfstallions.com

Inaddition,Ascotwouldliketothankallour2024racesponsors:

• 1st Class Logistics

• A1R Services Ltd

• Ascot Underwriting

• Berenberg

• bet365

• Betfair

• BetMGM

• Byrne Group

• Carey Group Plc

• Colliers

• Darley

• European Breeders Fund

• GL events

• Grundon Waste Management

• John Guest Racing Ltd

• Juddmonte

• Mariner Systems

• McGee Group

• Naas Racecourse

• October Club

• Restorations UK

• Thames Materials

• Tote

• Troy Asset Management

• Village Hotels

The fastest 2000 Guineas winner in history

Gr.1 winning son of pivotal

Sold for 100,000gns to David Howden Outstanding first foals sold for up to 145,000gns

Colt out of Golden Spell

Sold for 145,000gns to Good Will Bloodstock

“I absolutely loved the Kameko’s and ended up buying four!

The colt out of Golden Spell was a standout at the sale.”

Michael Fitzpatrick, Kilminfoyle House Stud g first

Colt out of Bella Nouf

“They were strikingly similar with a lot of strength and good walks. There was plenty of judges going around the sales saying they liked the Kameko’s.”

Joe Foley, Ballyhane Stud

Don’t miss his first yearlings selling this autumn!

RACE 1

1 .1 0 P M

THE ROYAL ASCOT TWO-YEAR-OLD TRIAL

EBF CONDITIONS STAKES

(CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

Five furlongs (5f) (1,000 metres) for two year olds

Advertised Total Prize Fund £20000. Owners Prize Money: Winner £8534, Second £4266, Third £2134, Fourth £1066. (Penalty Value £10800) A SS

See page 54 for conditions of this race.

Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race

1 ATHERSTONE WARRIOR (IRE) (22)

B c Coulsty (IRE) - Hollow Green (IRE) (Beat Hollow)

Owner: Tim and Wayne’s World

Trainer: Alice Haynes, Newmarket

Breeder: Northern Bloodstock Agency Ltd

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 7

STALLS: STANDS SIDE

Dr aw 6 Kieran O’Neill

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT BLUE Cross of Lorraine, WHITE sleeves and cap Form: 41 D

Foaled 13 Mar. Half-brother to Limerick Lord, won seven times between 5f and 1m 1f Won on his latest outing when 7-4fav at Thirsk over 5f (heavy) last month, beating Arabie by 3/4l. Official BHA Rating -

2 RO CK HU NT ER (G B) (2 7)

B c Expert Eye - Parknasilla (IRE) (Dutch Art)

Owner: D MacAuliffe, A Don & D De Souza

Trainer: Amy Murphy, Newmarket

Breeder: Perryston Bloodstock

Sponsor: Class1personnel, Amy Murphy Racing Ltd

Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 7

Dr aw 5 Silvestre De Sousa

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT BLUE epaulets, striped sleeves and cap Form: 1 D

Foaled 14 Mar. Half-brother to Novak, won four times at 6f and 7f A winner at 10-3 at Chantilly over 5f (heavy) on his latest outing last month, beating Nuit De L’homme by 3l. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Mme A Murphy.

Official BHA Rating -

3 S E X ON FI RE (I RE ) (3 6)

B c Dark Angel (IRE) - Intense Romance (IRE) (Intense Focus (USA))

Owner: Phil Cunningham

Trainer: Richard Spencer, Newmarket

Breeder: Deerpark Stud

Sponsor: Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd

Dr aw 3

Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 7

Colours: WHITE, GREY sleeves, BLACK stars, BLACK cap Form: 1 D

Foaled 17 Feb. Dam won five times at 5f and 6f A winner at 11-4 at Southwell over 5f on his latest outing in March, beating The Dragon King by 1 1/4l.

4 TA N AG E R (G B) (3 3)

B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Compton Bird (Motivator)

Owner: Neil Smith & Alfie Smith

Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury

Breeder: Plantation Stud

Sponsor: ABM Catering Limited

Official BHA Rating -

Dr aw 2

Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 7

Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE sash, WHITE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap Form: 1 D

Foaled 30 Jan. Half-brother to Le Forban, won twice at 1m and 1m 2f A winner at 12-1 at Chelmsford City over 5f on his latest outing in March, beating Addictive by 1 3/4l.

5 D IL IG E N T LY (G B) (- )

B c Harry Angel (IRE) - Anna of Lorraine (Dutch Art)

Owner: Mr J Goddard

Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Sponsor: Clive Cox Racing Limited

Official BHA Rating -

Dr aw 1

Richard Kingscote

Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 4

Colours: WHITE, PURPLE hoop, armlets and cap Form:

Foaled 22 Feb. Harry Angel colt. Dam won at 6f, half-sister to 7f winner Audience out of useful 6f-7f winner Ladyship.

Official BHA Rating -

Hollie Doyle

Charles Bishop

6 ENCHANTING EMPRE S S (GB) (21)

B f Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Yolo Star (IRE) (Society Rock (IRE)) Dr aw 4 David Egan

Owner: Amo Racing Limited & Giselle de Aguiar

Trainer: Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn

Breeder: Llety Farms & Whitsbury Manor Stud

Sponsor: Sports Invest UK Ltd

Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 2

Colours: VIOLET, WHITE quartered cap Form: 1 D

Foaled 23.1.2022 Foaled 23 Jan. Dam won twice at 5f A winner at 11-2 at Wolverhampton over 5f on her latest outing last month, beating Kaadi by 3/4l. Official BHA Rating -

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BETTING FORECAST: (correct as of 12.00pm (30/04/24)

2-1 Rock Hunter (GB), 4-1 Sex On Fire (IRE), 11-2 Tanager (GB), 13-2 Enchanting Empress (GB), 8-1 Atherstone Warrior (IRE), 9-1 Diligently (GB)

RACE SUMMARY

Tanager defied a slow beginning to make a winning debut at Chelmsford towards the end of March and the manner of victory suggested he may have more to offer for the switch to turf. Rock Hunter won nicely at Chantilly on his first career start and is likely to go well, but it wouldn’t be a huge surprise if the sole newcomer DILIGENTLY were to be successful. A 100,000-pound purchase at Goffs UK Premier Yearling sale, his trainer won this contest with a debutant in 2018 and the son of Harry Angel comes from an excellent Cheveley Park family

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Diligently

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D O N A T I O N B O X S C H E M E

Today, we are pleased to announce the 2023/24 Jumps season winners of our Bet with Ascot (BWA) donation box scheme. The initiative encourages customers to deposit their losing betting slips into one of our charity boxes, supporting a nominated equine or local charity, in return for the chance of winning a hospitality prize.

Heros were the winners for the 2023/24 Jumps season and today will be presented with a cheque for £1,000 Our local charity, Berkshire Vision, will receive a £500 donation as the worthy runner-up

The nominated charities for our 2024 Flat season are equine charity, Windsor & Ascot Carriage Driving Group for the Disabled and local charity, Sport in Mind.

In recognition of the initiative, we have named our 1.40pm race “The Bet with Ascot Donation Scheme Paradise Stakes”.

Windsor & Ascot Driving Group (WADG)

Sport in Mind

Windsor and Ascot Carriage Driving Group for the Disabled enables disabled people to learn how to carriage drive with ponies and to enjoy an outdoor activity with animals and other people.

Many disabled people, who would otherwise find it impossible to pursue an outdoor activity, have benefited from the recreational and social therapy that this provides.

A former World Para-Equestrian Driving Championships driver describes driving with the RDA as: “Fun, a sense of achievement, exercise of mind and body and making friends. For some people it’s the highlight of their week as it might be their only day out.”

The charity has two ponies and heads out for weekly drives on Monday afternoons and Thursday mornings from March to November The charity is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year and we are delighted to support them.

To find out more about their services or if you are interested in becoming a volunteer, visit: windsorandascotdriving.org.uk

The charity’s mission is to transform the lives and mental health of children and adults through sport and physical activity

Sport in Mind (SIM) is the UK’s leading mental health sports charity and delivers physical activity (sport, walking, dance and movement, gardening and exercise sessions) projects in partnership with the amazing NHS in order to aid recovery, promote mental wellbeing, improve physical health, combat social isolation and empower people to move their lives forward in a positive direction.

In addition to delivering physical activity programmes to improve the lives of people experiencing mental health problems, SIM also educates people about mental illness and the benefits of being physically active. Sadly, there are still many common misconceptions about mental illness in society today and SIM uses the power of sport to bring people together to talk about mental health and help change attitudes

To find out more, visit www.sportinmind.org

RACE 2

1 . 40 P M

THE BET WITH ASCOT DONATION SCHEME PARADISE STAKES (CLASS 1)

(A QUEEN ANNE STAKES TRIAL) (LISTED RACE)

One mile, royal hunt cup course (8f) (1,600 metres) for four year olds and upwards

Advertised Total Prize Fund £60000. Owners Prize Money: Winner £26736, Second £10974, Third £5490, Fourth £2742, Fifth £1374. (Penalty Value £34026) A SS

See page 54 for conditions of this race.

Ascot Racecourse Supports will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

1 D O C K L A N D S (G B) (1 93 )

B c Massaat (IRE) - Icky Woo (Mark of Esteem (IRE))

Owner: O.T.I. Racing

Trainer: Harry Eustace, Newmarket

Breeder: Mickley Stud

Sponsor: Fitzdares Limited

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 5

Dr aw 5 Oisin Murphy

Colours: DARK BLUE, GOLD hoops, WHITE sleeves and cap Form: 211163- CD

He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather Third of 20 behind The Gatekeeper beaten 1 3/4l at 7-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (soft) in October last year

Official BHA Rating 105

2 E P I C T E T U S (I RE ) (1 93 )

B g Kingman - Thistle Bird (Selkirk (USA))

Owner: Mr George Strawbridge

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

Breeder: George Strawbridge

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 5

Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN hoop Form: 501540- D

Dr aw 2 Kieran Shoemark

He has won three times from 7f to 1m 2f on good to firm and soft ground Well beaten at 100-1 behind Big Rock when eighth of 11 on his latest outing over this course and distance (soft) in October last year

Official BHA Rating 112

3 K IN G DO M CO ME (I RE ) (3 3)

B g Kingman - Monami (GER) (Sholokhov (IRE))

Owner: China Horse Club International Limited

Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford

Breeder: Gestut Etzean

Dr aw 3

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 5

Colours: RED, YELLOW stars, halved sleeves and star on cap. Form: 03-2312

He has won four times from 7f to 1m 1f on the all-weather Beaten a short head by Talis Evolvere when second of 14 at 13-2 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m in March.

Official BHA Rating 107

4 M A L J OO M (I RE ) (2 15 )

B h Caravaggio (USA) - Nictate (IRE) (Teofilo (IRE))

Owner: Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum

Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

Breeder: GCE Farm Ltd

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 5

Dr aw 1 Tom Marquand

Colours: YELLOW, BLACK epaulets. Form: 1114/5- D

He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 5l behind Mutasaabeq when fifth of 6 at 9-2 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Joel Stakes at Newmarket over 1m (good to firm) in September last year

5 Q U D DWA H (G B) (3 48 )

B c Kingman - Sajjhaa (King’s Best (USA))

Owner: Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum

Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket Breeder: Godolphin

Official BHA Rating 112

Dr aw 4 William Buick

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 5

Colours: YELLOW, BLACK epaulets, ROYAL BLUE cap

Form: 11- D

Successful at 7f and 1m on good and good to soft ground Won on his latest outing when 2-1fav at Newmarket over 1m (good) in May last year, beating Theatre Honours by 1 3/4l.

Official BHA Rating 95

Rossa Ryan

STALLS: STANDS SIDE

Running for the first time since Gelding No 2.

2023: CHINDIT (IRE) 5 9 5 Pat Dobbs 5-2 (Richard Hannon) 5 ran

BETTING FORECAST: (correct as of 12.00pm (30/04/24) 11-4 Maljoom (IRE), 3-1 Docklands (GB), 7-2 Epictetus (IRE), 5-1 Quddwah (GB), 7-1 Kingdom Come (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY

MALJOOM has only seen the racetrack once since an unlucky fourth here in the St James’s Palace at Royal Ascot in 2022, when only beating one rival home in the Joel Stakes at Newmarket last September It augurs well that the five-year-old is out early in the season and William Haggas’ charge is expected to land this en route to bigger targets that lay ahead Epictetus has conditions to suit based on his Group 3 success at Goodwood last August when claiming the scalp of Nostrum, while Britannia Stakes winner Docklands might not be done improving yet.

RACE PREDICTOR

Maljoom Epictetus Docklands

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Record Times

No Nay Never - 58.80 seconds - 2013 Norfolk Stakes

Miss Andretti - 57.44 seconds - 2007 King’s Stand Stakes

Rajasinghe - 1 min 12.39 seconds - 2017 Coventry Stakes

Blue Point - 1 min 11.05 seconds - 2017 Pavilion Stakes

Pinatubo - 1 min 25.73 seconds - 2019 Chesham Stakes

Galician - 1 min 24.28 seconds - 2013 International

Joshua Tree - 1 min 39.55 seconds - 2009 Royal Lodge Stakes

Alpha Centauri - 1 min 35.89 seconds - 2018 Coronation Stakes

Ribchester - 1 min 36.60 seconds - 2017 Queen Anne Stakes

The Fugue - 2 mins 1.90 seconds - 2014 Prince of Wales’s Stakes

Novellist -2 mins 24.60 seconds - 2013 King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Stakes

Kew Gardens - 3 mins 0.89 seconds - 2018 Queen’s Vase

Mizzou - 3 mins 24.12 seconds - 2015 Sagaro Stakes

Rite of Passage - 4 mins 16.92 secs - 2010 Gold Cup

Pallasator - 4 mins 45.24 secs - 2018 Queen Alexandra Stakes

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RACE 3

2 .1 5 P M

T H E LO N G I N E S SAGA R O STA K E S

( C L A S S 1 ) ( G R O U P 3 ) ( A G O L D C U P T R I A L )

About two miles (15f 209yds) (3,100 metres) for four year olds and upwards

Advertised Total Prize Fund £80000. Owners Prize Money: Winner £35648, Second £14632, Third £7320, Fourth £3656, Fifth £1832. (Penalty Value £45368) A SS

See page 55 for conditions of this race.

Longines will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

1 T R U E S H AN (F R) (1 93 )

B g Planteur (IRE) - Shao Line (FR) (General Holme (USA))

Owner: Singula Partnership

Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle

Breeder: Mr Didier Blot

Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 9 11

Dr aw 3 Hollie Doyle

Colours: YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE cross belts, ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW chevrons on sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 1/24114- CD

Has won 15 races from 1m 4f to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy and on the all-weather Finished 15l behind Trawlerman when fourth of 8 at 5-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) in October last year Official BHA Rating 116

2

CA I U S CH OR IST E R (F R) (1 92 )

B m Golden Horn - Corpus Chorister (FR) (Soldier of Fortune (IRE))

Owner: Mr Clive Washbourn

Trainer: David Menuisier, Pulborough

Breeder: Clive Washbourn

Sponsor: Shinco Racing Limited

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 4

Dr aw 2 Jamie Spencer

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE cross belts, ROYAL BLUE and WHITE striped sleeves. Form: 056231-

Winner of six races from 1m 3f to 1m 6f on good to firm and good ground A winner at 9-2 in the Group 3 Prix Belle de Nuit at Saint-Cloud over 1m 6f on her latest outing in October last year, beating Royal Mila by 4l

3

CO LT R A NE (I RE ) (3 2 )

B g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Promise Me (IRE) (Montjeu (IRE))

Owner: Mick and Janice Mariscotti

Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Breeder: Rockfield Farm

Sponsor: Kingsclere Stud

Official BHA Rating 106

Dr aw 4

Oisin Murphy

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 9 4

Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN hoops, DARK BLUE sleeves and cap Form: 23155-0 CD

Has won eight races from 1m 4f to 2m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft Well beaten behind Tower Of London when 12th of 15 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Dubai Gold Cup at Meydan over 2m (good) in March.

Official BHA Rating 117

4 Q U IC K T HO RN (G B) (2 50 )

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Daffydowndilly (Oasis Dream)

Owner: Lady Blyth

Trainer: Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley

Breeder: Lemington Grange Stud

Sponsor: Bridgend Hotel

Dr aw 1

Tom Marquand

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 9 4

Colours: PALE BLUE, CAMPBELL TARTAN hooped sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 5/64116- C D

Has won nine races from 1m 3f to 2m on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather. Finished 13l behind Coltrane when sixth of 7 at 4-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Lonsdale Cup Stakes at York over 2m (good to firm) in August last year

Official BHA Rating 117

5 SW E E T WI LL IA M (I RE ) (1 93 )

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Gale Force (Shirocco (GER))

Owner: Normandie Stud Ltd

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

Breeder: Normandie Stud Ltd

Sponsor: Normandie Stud Ltd

Dr aw 5

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 4

Colours: PINK, WHITE sleeves. Form: 111223- D

He has won three times from 1m 4f to 2m on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. Third of 8 behind Trawlerman beaten 13l at 17-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) in October last year

Official BHA Rating 108

Robert Havlin

STALLS: INSIDE

2023: COLTRANE (IRE) 6 9 9 Oisin Murphy 11-4 (Andrew Balding) 6 ran

BETTING FORECAST: (correct as of 12.00pm (30/04/24)

11-4 Coltrane (IRE), 3-1 Trueshan (FR), 7-2 Quickthorn (GB), Sweet William (IRE), 14-1 Caius Chorister (FR)

RACE SUMMARY

COLTRANE returns to defend his crown having enjoyed a fine spell during last summer with a fine runner-up display in the Gold Cup and victory in the Lonsdale Cup at York. His form tailed off at the back end of last season and, while disappointing on his return in the Dubai Gold Cup at Meydan, the seven-year-old is more than capable of bouncing back, especially in first-time cheekpieces. Last year’s Goodwood Cup hero Quickthorn is sure to be on the front end and is respected along with Trueshan.

RACE PREDICTOR

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RACE 4

2 . 5 0 P M

T H E C O M M O N W E A LT H C U P

T R I A L STA K E S ( C L A S S 1 ) ( G R O U P 3 )

( R E G I ST E R E D A S T H E PAV I L I O N STA K E S )

Six furlongs (6f) (1,200 metres) for three year olds

Advertised Total Prize Fund £80000. Owners Prize Money: Winner £35648, Second £14632, Third £7320, Fourth £3656, Fifth £1832, Sixth £912. (Penalty Value £45368) A SS

See page 55 for conditions of this race.

Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

1 B L UE PR IN CE (I RE ) (1 3)

B c Blue Point (IRE) - Zip Along (IRE) (Iffraaj) Dr aw 11

Owner: G & A Racing

Trainer: David Evans, Abergavenny

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Sponsor: Tote, Emma Evans Racing Ltd

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 3

Colours: PURPLE, RED diamond, sleeves and cap Form: 1-13230 D

He has won three times at 6f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 4 1/2l behind Woodhay Wonder at 15-2 when 10th of 17 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good) last month.

2 EL BO DO N (I RE ) (1 1)

Ch c Churchill (IRE) - Flawless Jewel (FR) (Kheleyf (USA))

Owner: Mr P. W. Harris

Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket

Breeder: Mountarmstrong Stud & Partners

Sponsor: Tote

Official BHA Rating 90

Dr aw 4

Tom Marquand

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 3

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, RED sash, YELLOW sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 21-2 D

A winner at 6f on the all-weather Beaten 1 1/4l by Esquire when second of 11 at 28-1 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Watership Down Stud Too Darn Hot Greenham Stakes at Newbury over 7f (good to soft) last month.

Official BHA Rating 104

3 IN I S H FA L L E N (I RE ) (2 07 )

B c Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Kyllarney (Kyllachy)

Owner: Manton Thoroughbreds VIII

Trainer: Brian Meehan, Manton

Breeder: Mount Coote Estates

Sponsor: Sirecam Europe

Dr aw 3

William Buick

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 3

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE cap, EMERALD GREEN spots. Form: 153264- D

A winner at 6f on the all-weather Finished 4 1/2l behind Classic Flower when fourth of 7 at 14-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Criterium De Maisons-Laffitte Stakes at Chantilly over 6f (good to soft) in October last year

4 JA K A JA RO (I RE ) (4 7 )

B g Too Darn Hot - Summer Flower (IRE) (Oasis Dream)

Owner: MRC International

Trainer: David Marnane, Ireland

Breeder: Godolphin

Official BHA Rating 99

Dr aw 8

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 3

Colours: BLACK, LIGHT GREEN chevron, sleeves and cap Form: 12420-1 D

Successful twice at 6f on soft ground and on the all-weather A winner at 7-2 at Dundalk over 6f on his latest outing in March, beating Genesis by a neck.

5 JA SO UR (G B) (2 14 )

Gr c Havana Grey - Twilight Thyme (Bahamian Bounty)

Owner: AlMohamediya Racing

Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford

Breeder: Wardley Bloodstock

Horse Age: 3

Official BHA Rating 93

Dr aw 9

Weight: 9 3

Colours: RED, GOLD braid, WHITE sleeves and cap with GOLD tassel Form: 21100- D

Successful at 5f and 6f on good to firm ground Beaten 14l behind Vandeek at 11-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Juddmonte Middle Park Stakes at Newmarket over 6f (good to firm) in September last year

Official BHA Rating 108

Richard Kingscote

Luke McAteer

Jim Crowley

STALLS: STANDS SIDE

6 M A LC (G B) (2 29 )

B c Calyx - Bereka (Firebreak)

Owner: Middleham Park Racing LXVI

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Breeder: Bearstone Stud

Sponsor: Tattersalls

NON-RUNNER

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 3

Dr aw 2

Colours: Form: 1264-

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A winner at 5f on good to firm ground Finished 6l behind Big Evs when fourth of 8 at 17-2 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Carlsberg Danish Pilsner Flying Childers Stakes at Doncaster over 5f (soft) in September last year

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Official BHA Rating 103

7 P U RO S A N G UE (G B) (2 00 )

Br c Aclaim (IRE) - Avon Breeze (Avonbridge)

Owner: Opulence Thoroughbreds & Teme Valley

Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Breeder: Hellwood Stud Farm & R. C. Dollar

Sponsor: Opulence Thoroughbreds

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 3

Dr aw 1 Oisin Murphy

Colours: NAVY, GOLD braids, CREAM sleeves, NAVY cap, GOLD tassel Form: 152221- D

Successful at 5f and 6f on good to firm and soft ground Won on his latest outing when 2-1fav at York over 6f (soft) in October last year, beating Esquire by 3/4l

8 RO S A R IO (I RE ) (6 1)

Official BHA Rating 104

Ch g Harry Angel (IRE) - City Glam (ARG) (Grand Reward (USA))

Owner: Mrs Sue Teal

Trainer: Roger Teal, Lambourn

Breeder: Godolphin

Sponsor: Chartplan(2004) Ltd

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 3

Dr aw 5 Rossa Ryan

Colours: GREY, DARK BLUE sleeves and cap Form: 132-0 BF

A winner at 5f on good ground Beaten 9l behind Photosynthesis at 9-2jt-fav when last of 12 on his latest outing at Lingfield over 6f in March.

9 S TA R LU ST (G B) (8 2)

B or Br c Zoustar (AUS) - Beyond Desire (Invincible Spirit (IRE))

Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay

Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down

Breeder: Branton Court Stud LLP

Sponsor: JMH Group

Official BHA Rating 102

Dr aw 7

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 3

Colours: PINK, EMERALD GREEN chevron, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and PINK quartered cap Form: 2153-23 D

Official BHA Rating 107

He has won three times at 6f on good ground and on the all-weather Third of 10 behind Great Truth beaten a head on his latest outing at Meydan over 6f (good) in February.

1 0 A DA AY IN DE VO N (G B) (1 2)

B f Adaay (IRE) - Favourite Girl (IRE) (Refuse To Bend (IRE))

Owner: Horniwinks Racing Syndicate

Trainer: Rod Millman, Cullompton

Breeder: Horniwinks Racing Club

Sponsor: Millman Racing Club, Rod Millman Racing Ltd

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 0

Dr aw 10 Silvestre De Sousa

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, WHITE cross belts, chevrons on sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 512-411 D

Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to heavy. Won on her latest outing when 3-1fav at Bath over 5f (good) last month, beating Electric Storm by 1 1/4l Has won twice at Bath this season.

Official BHA Rating 100

1 1 GOT TO LOV E A GR EY (G B) (1 6)

Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Regatta (FR) (Layman (USA))

Owner: Middleham Park Racing CXXI

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Breeder: Regatta Partnership Sponsor: Tattersalls

Dr aw 6

Pierre-Louis Jamin

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 0

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets, ORANGE cap Form: 115-16

She has won three times at 5f on good to firm and soft ground Finished 4 1/2l behind Sajir when sixth of 10 at 11-4 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Prix Sigy Stakes at Chantilly over 5f (good to soft) last month.

Stewards Note:

Official BHA Rating 100

ROSARIO: Following its run on 1/3/2024 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.

2023: COLD CASE 3 9 3 Clifford Lee 5-1 (K R Burke) 9 ran

BETTING FORECAST: (correct as of 12.00pm (30/04/24)

4-1 Starlust (GB), 5-1 El Bodon (IRE), 6-1 Adaay In Devon (GB), 13-2 Purosangue (GB), 10-1 Jasour (GB), 14-1 Rosario (IRE), Got To Love A Grey (GB), 28-1 Inishfallen (IRE), 33-1 Jakajaro (IRE), 40-1 Blue Prince (IRE)

Hector Crouch

RACE SUMMARY

An open event in which Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint third Starlust will look to bounce back to winning form having posted a couple of solid efforts at Meydan this year Karl Burke has a decent record in this contest and Got To Love A Grey, who was a touch underwhelming in a Group 3 at Chantilly last month, must be respected. The vote goes to EL BODON, who finished an excellent second in the Greenham 11 days ago and looks to hold strong claims on that piece of form, especially as this stiff finish should suit.

RACE PREDICTOR

El Bodon Starlust

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RACE 5

3 . 2 5 P M

H E N A A S R AC E C O U R S E

H A N D I CA P STA K E S

( C L A S S 4 ) ( D I V I )

Five furlongs (5f) (1,000 metres) for four year olds and upwards

Advertised Total Prize Fund £15000. Owners Prize Money: Winner £6194, Second £3098, Third £1548, Fourth £774, Fifth £387. (Penalty Value £7851) SS

See page 55 for conditions of this race.

Naas Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

1 G LA M O RO U S BR EE Z E (G B) (1 2)

B m Cable Bay (IRE) - Go Glamorous (IRE) (Elnadim (USA))

Owner: Robert & Nina Bailey

Trainer: Christopher Mason, Caerwent

Breeder: Mr Robert & Mrs Nina Bailey

Sponsor: Chepstow Garden Centre, Chepstow Garden Centre

Dr aw 3

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 11

Colours: RED, BLACK star, WHITE sleeves and cap. Form: 21316-0 D

Winner of six races at 5f on good to firm and good ground Beaten 6l behind Adaay In Devon at 66-1 when seventh of 13 on her latest outing at Bath over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 87

2 B U R N I N G CA SH (I RE ) (1 5)

B g Strath Burn - Passified Lady (USA) (Speightstown (USA))

Owner: C Priestley, M Hammond & D Flynn

Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

Breeder: M. Ronayne & T. Badger

Sponsor: J Priestley Transport Ltd

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 9

Dr aw 5

Colours: WHITE and BLACK stripes, WHITE sleeves, DARK BLUE stars, BLACK cap Form: 506-200 D

He has won three times at 5f on good to firm and good ground Beaten 4 1/2l behind Tees Spirit at 9-1 when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 5f (good) last month.

Official BHA Rating 85

David Nolan

3 WATC HYA (G B) (2 5)

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Barroche (IRE) (Kodiac)

Owner: MyRacehorse & Partners

Trainer: George Baker, Chiddingfold

Breeder: Wood Hall Stud

Sponsor: Vortex Shipbroking

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 8

Dr aw 1

Colours: BLACK, WHITE horses head, two WHITE chevrons on sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 45050-0

He has won three times at 6f on firm ground and on the all-weather Beaten 13l behind Ferrous at 16-1 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing at Kempton over 6f last month.

4 C E L S I U S (I RE ) (1 62 )

Official BHA Rating 84

Ch g Dragon Pulse (IRE) - Grecian Artisan (IRE) (Mastercraftsman (IRE)) Dr aw 7 Oisin Murphy

Owner: J. Collins, C. Fahy & S. Piper

Trainer: Tom Clover, Newmarket

Breeder: Owenstown Stud Sponsor: Tote

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 9 6

Colours: RED, YELLOW spots, sleeves and cap Form: 1102/00- CD

Winner of seven races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to soft Well beaten at 50-1 behind

Probe when last of 8 on his latest outing at Chelmsford City over 6f in November last year.

5 B U C C A B AY (I RE ) (1 22 )

Official BHA Rating 82

B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Fifth Commandment (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE)) Dr aw 8 Charles Bishop

Owner: The Buckingham Partnership

Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury

Breeder: John O’Connor

Sponsor: ABM Catering Limited

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 6

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE seams, diabolo on sleeves and diamond on cap Form: 512403- C

Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground Third of 10 behind Twilight Madness beaten 1 1/4l at 5-2fav on his latest outing at Lingfield over 6f in December last year.

Official BHA Rating 82

William Cox

Robert Havlin

STALLS: STANDS SIDE

6 WO O L H A M P TO N (I RE ) (1 8)

B f Camacho - Mary Thomas (IRE) (Zoffany (IRE))

Owner: Mr David Klein

Trainer: Rod Millman, Cullompton

Breeder: Cavalier Bloodstock & James Lombard

Sponsor: Signs & Safety Ltd, Millman Racing Club, Rod Millman Racing Ltd

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 6

Colours: BLACK, YELLOW stars, BLACK cap, YELLOW star Form: 33240-4 CD

Dr aw 9 Oliver Searle (7)

Successful at 5f and 6f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather Finished 4l behind Ziggy’s Dream when fourth of 9 at 28-1 on her latest outing at Wolverhampton over 6f last month.

Official BHA Rating 82

7 M O U L I N BO OJ (I RE ) (2 7)

B g Sioux Nation (USA) - Enliven (Dansili)

Owner: The Pals

Trainer: George Scott, Newmarket

Breeder: Enliven Partnership

Sponsor: Fitzdares Club

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 4

Dr aw 6 Callum Shepherd

Colours: YELLOW, PINK star and star on cap Form: 124-214 D BF

He has won three times at 5f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Finished 2 1/2l behind Star Of Lady M when fourth of 8 at 9-4fav on his latest outing at Lingfield over 5f last month.

Official BHA Rating 80

8 M I ST E R BLU E B I R D (G B) (1 68)

Gr g Outstrip - Childesplay (Byron)

Owner: Dawn Aldham and Wetumpka Racing

Trainer: Heather Main, Wantage

Breeder: Mr J P M Main & Mr Andrew Knott

Sponsor: Tote

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 4

Dr aw 4 Aidan Keeley (3)

Colours: RED, LIGHT BLUE star, RED sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, RED cap, LIGHT BLUE star

Form: 030000- C D

Winner of five races from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Beaten 5l behind Secret Road at 6-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 6f in November last year.

Official BHA Rating 80

9 A L M AT Y STA R (I RE ) (1 5)

B g Kodiac - Sante (IRE) (Dream Ahead (USA))

Owner: Mrs B. Berresford

Trainer: Robert Cowell, Newmarket

Breeder: Gigginstown House Stud

Sponsor: Bermar

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 2

Dr aw 2 Silvestre De

Colours: PINK and ROYAL BLUE diabolo, chevrons on sleeves, PINK cap, ROYAL BLUE diamonds.

Form: 1425-00 D

Official BHA Rating 78

A winner at 5f on the all-weather Beaten 3 1/2l behind Tees Spirit at 50-1 when seventh of 14 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 5f (good) last month.

Blinkers worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 8.

2023: SPOOF 8 9 9 Jack Mitchell 5-1 (Kevin Frost) 11 ran

BETTING FORECAST: (correct as of 12.00pm (30/04/24)

4-1 Glamorous Breeze (GB), 5-1 Buccabay (IRE), 11-2 Moulin Booj (IRE), 6-1 Woolhampton (IRE), 8-1 Burning Cash (IRE), 11-1 Celsius (IRE), 12-1 Mister Bluebird (GB), 14-1 Watchya (GB), 18-1 Almaty Star (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY

A chance can be taken on CELSIUS, who landed the corresponding event in 2022 Tom Clover’s charge posted a below-par showing on the all-weather when last seen in November, but the return to turf will suit, as will ground conditions, and the son of Dragon Pulse looks competitively treated. Burning Cash continues to slide down the weights himself and must be respected now eased in class, while Moulin Booj could prove to be best of the rest.

RACE PREDICTOR

Sousa

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RACE 6

4 .0 0 P M

E N A A S R AC E C O U R S E

H A N D I CA P STA K E S

( C L A S S 4 ) ( D I V I I )

Five furlongs (5f) (1,000 metres) for four year olds and upwards

Advertised Total Prize Fund £15000. Owners Prize Money: Winner £6194, Second £3098, Third £1548, Fourth £774, Fifth £387. (Penalty Value £7851) SS

See page 55 for conditions of this race.

Naas Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

1 J U M B E A U (G B) (2 37 )

B f Brazen Beau (AUS) - Jumeirah Street (USA) (Street Cry (IRE))

Owner: LPOG21 & Partners

Trainer: Tom Clover, Newmarket

Breeder: Aileen Chua

Sponsor: racehorse-ownership.com

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 9

Dr aw 6 Connor Planas (3)

Colours: BLACK, WHITE epaulets, diabolo on sleeves, GREY cap Form: 522325- D

A winner at 5f on good to firm ground, but that win was over two years ago Finished 3l behind Frankness when fifth of 10 at 5-1 on her latest outing at Salisbury over 6f (good to firm) in September last year

Official BHA Rating 85

2 I S LE OF LI SM OR E (I RE ) (1 5)

B g Zebedee - Spring Bouquet (IRE) (King’s Best (USA))

Owner: Mr P. S. Ryan

Trainer: Robert Cowell, Newmarket

Breeder: Knocklong House Stud

Sponsor: Robert Cowell Racing

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 9

Dr aw 4 Kieran Shoemark

Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW spots, sleeves and cap Form: 4210-33 D

Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to heavy. Third of 14 behind Tees Spirit beaten 2l at 16-1 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 5f (good) last month.

Official BHA Rating 85

3 L IL GU FF (G B) (1 2)

B m Twilight Son - Lady McGuffy (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE))

Owner: Mr W. Clifford

Trainer: Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn

Breeder: Mrs S. Clifford

Sponsor: Byerley Stud (courtlands) Ltd

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 8

Colours: RED, YELLOW sash, striped sleeves and star on cap. Form: 5224-00 D

Dr aw 9 William Buick

Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from firm to soft and on the all-weather Beaten 8l behind Adaay In Devon at 25-1 when eighth of 13 on her latest outing at Bath over 5f (good) last month.

Official BHA Rating 84

4 CH AN GE SI NG S (I RE ) (1 82 )

B or Gr g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Cassandra Go (IRE) (Indian Ridge)

Owner: Mr Trevor C. Stewart

Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury

Breeder: T. Stewart

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 6

Dr aw 8

Colours: GREY, YELLOW hoops, striped sleeves, YELLOW cap, GREY star Form: 413115-

He has won three times from 6f to 7f on the all-weather Finished 8l behind Cover Up when fifth of 10 at 7-4fav on his latest outing at Lingfield over 6f in November last year. Official BHA Rating 82

5 FA IR WI ND (G B) (1 98 )

Gr g Tasleet - Gone Sailing (Mizzen Mast (USA))

Owner: Kennet Valley Syndicates V

Trainer: Owen Burrows, Lambourn

Breeder: D. R. Botterill

Sponsor: Offbeat Safaris Holdings Ltd

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 6

Dr aw 3

Colours: NAVY BLUE, RED and LIGHT BLUE hoop and armlets, WHITE cap Form: 214201- D

Successful twice at 5f on soft ground and on the all-weather A winner at 13-2 at Windsor over 5f (soft) on his latest outing in October last year, beating Antiphon by 1 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 82

George Downing

Richard Kingscote

STALLS: STANDS SIDE

6 T H U N D E R STA R (G B) (2 2)

B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Dark Side Princess (Strategic Prince)

Owner: Mr M. M. Foulger

Trainer: Jessica Macey, Doncaster

Breeder: Mr M. M. Foulger

Sponsor: Bred Thorough Ltd

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 4

Dr aw 7 Tom Marquand

Colours: DARK GREEN, RED epaulets and sleeves. Form: 11010-3 D

She has won four times at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Third of 13 behind Glory Fighter beaten 7l at 12-1 on her latest outing at Thirsk over 5f (heavy) last month.

Official BHA Rating 80

7 B R AV E NAT I O N (I RE ) (2 07 )

B g Sioux Nation (USA) - Suite (IRE) (Invincible Spirit (IRE))

Owner: Mr Brian Goodyear

Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket

Breeder: Basil Brindley

Sponsor: Michael Bell Racing

Dr aw 1

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 4

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW diamond, striped sleeves and diamonds on cap Form: 0/00004- D

A winner at 5f on good to firm ground, but that win was over two years ago Finished 2 1/2l behind Badri when fourth of 13 at 50-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in October last year. He is wearing a hood for the first time.

Official BHA Rating 80

8 K U WA I T CI T Y (I RE ) (1 8)

B g Pearl Secret - Ahaaly (Exceed And Excel (AUS))

Owner: Mr Abdullateef Al Zeer

Trainer: John Butler, Newmarket

Breeder: Kitty Fitzpatrick & Katie McGivern

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 3

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE diamonds on sleeves, RED cap Form: 00020-1 D

Dr aw 2 Jim Crowley

He has won three times at 5f on good to firm and soft ground A winner at 9-2 at Yarmouth over 5f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Dubai Station by a neck.

9 J U I C Y (G B) (8 7)

B f Rajasinghe (IRE) - Twizzell (Equiano (FR))

Owner: Phil Cunningham

Trainer: Richard Spencer, Newmarket

Breeder: Keyfan Bloodstock

Sponsor: Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd

Official BHA Rating 79

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 2

Colours: WHITE, GREY sleeves, BLACK stars, BLACK cap Form: 1-24 D

Dr aw 5 Hollie Doyle

A winner at 5f on the all-weather Finished 1 1/2l behind Moon Flight when fourth of 11 at 10-1 on her latest outing at Newcastle over 5f in February.

Hood worn first time by No 7. Hood worn by No 5.

Stewards Note:

Official BHA Rating 78

JUICY: Following its run on 4/2/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run 1f out. 2023: (See Div 1)

BETTING FORECAST: (correct as of 12.00pm (30/04/24)

5-1 Juicy (GB), 6-1 Kuwait City (IRE), 13-2 Change Sings (IRE), Fair Wind (GB), 15-2 Isle of Lismore (IRE), 17-2 Jumbeau (GB), 9-1 Lil Guff (GB), 12-1 Brave Nation (IRE), 14-1 Thunder Star (GB)

RACE SUMMARY

FAIR WIND rounded off last season with a comfortable win at Windsor in October and Owen Burrows’ unexposed four-year-old might have what it takes to defy a 5lb rise in the handicap Kuwait City was on target at Yarmouth 18 days ago and he remains fairly treated nudged up 2lb in the weights, while others to note include Isle Of Lismore and Change Sings.

RACE PREDICTOR

Hector Crouch

450

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RACE 7

4 . 3 5 P M

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DA R L E Y B R I T I S H E B F

F I L L I E S’ N OV I C E STA K E S

( C L A S S 2 ) ( G B B R AC E )

Old mile (7f abt 213yds) (1,500 metres) for novice three year old fillies

Advertised Total Prize Fund £40000. Owners Prize Money: Winner £16252, Second £8128, Third £4064, Fourth £2032, Fifth £1016, Sixth £508. (Penalty Value £20616) A SS

See page 55 for conditions of this race.

Darley will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

No Horse

1 AQ U AC E LL (I RE ) (2 0)

B f Churchill (IRE) - Aquamarine (JPN) (Deep Impact (JPN))

Owner: China Horse Club International Limited

Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket

Breeder: Mr Andriy Milovonov & V. Tymoshenko

Draw Jockey

Dr aw 2 Sorin Moldoveanu

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 8

Colours: RED, YELLOW stars, halved sleeves and star on cap.

Form: 1

Half-sister to All Rumours, won three times at 1m 1f and 1m 2f A winner at 14-1 at Chelmsford City over 7f on her latest outing last month, beating So Logical by 1 1/4l. Official BHA Rating -

2 C H O R US (G B) (1 62 )

B f Kingman - Koora (Pivotal)

Owner: Fittocks Stud

Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

Breeder: Fittocks Stud

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 2

Dr aw 8

Colours: BEIGE, ROYAL BLUE sleeves and cap

Form: 52-

Placed once in two starts. Beaten 1 1/4l by Strutting when second of 11 at 3-1 on her latest outing at Wolverhampton over 1m 1f in November last year

3

Official BHA Rating -

C L IM AT E AC T I ON (G B) (1 87 )

B f Cracksman - Friendlier (Zafonic (USA))

Owner: The Gredley Family

Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket

Breeder: Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd

Sponsor: Unex Group

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 2

Dr aw 6

Colours: YELLOW, BLACK and YELLOW striped sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 22-

Official BHA Rating -

Placed in both starts. Beaten 1 1/4l by Secret Satire when second of 12 at 16-5 on her latest outing at Lingfield over 1m in October last year

4 M A DA ME DE SEV I G N E (I RE ) (1 76)

B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Maroubra (FR) (Lawman (FR))

Owner: Graham & Lynn Knight

Trainer: Robert Eddery, Newmarket

Breeder: Pier House Stud

Sponsor: G. B. Marine

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 2

Dr aw 4 Oisin Murphy

Colours: ORANGE, EMERALD GREEN sash, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE check sleeves and cap Form: 602-

Official BHA Rating 74

Placed once in three starts. Beaten 2 1/2l by Jeanne d’Arc when second of 7 at 66-1 on her latest outing at Chelmsford City over 7f in November last year

5 D IA M O N D RA IN (G B) (- )

B f Shamardal (USA) - Dancing Rain (IRE) (Danehill Dancer (IRE))

Owner: Godolphin

Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket

Breeder: Godolphin Sponsor: Emirates Fly Better

Dr aw 3

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 8 13

Colours: ROYAL BLUE Form:

Half-sister to Magic Lily, won three times at 1m and 1m 1f including two Group 2 races.

Official BHA Rating -

Tom Marquand

Hector Crouch

William Buick

STALLS: CENTRE

6 E C H O LI MA (G B) (- )

B f Kingman - Kilo Alpha (King’s Best (USA))

Owner: Juddmonte

Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down

Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd

Sponsor: Juddmonte Farms Inc

Horse Age: 3

Weight: 8 13

Dr aw 7 Rossa Ryan

Colours: GREEN, PINK sash and cap, WHITE sleeves.

Form: Kingman filly. Full sister to Tsar, won three times at 1m. Also sister to Alpha King. Dam winner up to 1m.

7 FAYQ A (G B) (- )

Ch f Dubawi (IRE) - Tarfasha (IRE) (Teofilo (IRE))

Owner: Shadwell Estate Company Ltd

Trainer: Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket

Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Sponsor: KPF Racing Ltd

Horse Age: 3

Official BHA Rating -

Dr aw 1 Jim Crowley

Weight: 8 13

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE epaulets, striped cap.

Form: Dubawi filly Full sister to Wuqood, won twice at 1m. Half-sister to 3 winners.

Official BHA Rating -

8 S H A H A (I RE ) (- )

B f Cracksman - Board Meeting (IRE) (Anabaa (USA))

Owner: The Thoroughbred Racing Corporation Ltd

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

Breeder: Newstead Breeding

Sponsor: The Thoroughbred Racing Corporation Limited

Horse Age: 3 Weight: 8 13

Dr aw 5 Kieran Shoemark

Colours: WHITE, three DARK GREEN stripes on body and sleeves, DARK GREEN cap

Form:

Half-sister to Big Blue, won four times over the flat between 1m 1f and 1m 7f and three times over hurdles at 2m and 2m 1f

Official BHA Rating -

2023: QUEEN FOR YOU (IRE) 3 8 13 Robert Havlin 4-1 (John & Thady Gosden) 6 ran

BETTING FORECAST: (correct as of 12.00pm (30/04/24)

3-1 Diamond Rain (GB), 9-2 Shaha (IRE), 13-2 Chorus (GB), Echo Lima (GB), 7-1 Climate Action (GB), 17-2 Aquacell (IRE), 12-1 Fayqa (GB), 25-1 Madame de Sevigne (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY

The Charlie Appleby stable has made an excellent start to the season and they could have a decent newcomer on their hands with DIAMOND RAIN, a daughter of Oaks winner Dancing Rain and half-sister to the talented Magic Lily She is narrowly preferred to fellow debutant Shaha, who cost a pretty penny at the sales for last year’s winning trainer but may need further in time going by her pedigree. A comfortable winner on debut at Chelmsford last month for which she carries a 6lb penalty, Aquacell sets the standard, while Chorus is another open to improvement after a solid runner-up effort at Wolverhampton.

RACE PREDICTOR

Diamond Rain Shaha Chorus

Hood worn by No 1.

RACE 8

5 .1 0 P M

T H E M A N N Y M E R C E R

A P P R E N T I C E H A N D I CA P STA K E S

( C L A S S 3 )

One mile, royal hunt cup course (8f) (1,600 metres) for four year olds and upwards

Advertised Total Prize Fund £20000. Owners Prize Money: Winner £8534, Second £4266, Third £2134, Fourth £1066. (Penalty Value £10800) Weights raised 3lb and Paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SS

See page 55 for conditions of this race

Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race

1 V U LTA R (I RE ) (3 0)

Gr g Free Eagle (IRE) - Evening Frost (IRE) (Invincible Spirit (IRE))

Owner: Mr Adrian Butler

Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford

Breeder: Kildaragh Stud

Sponsor: Clive Cox Racing Limited

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 10 0

Colours: MAUVE, WHITE hoops, halved sleeves, MAUVE cap Form: 2321-12 D

Dr aw 4 Oliver Timms (7)

Successful at 7f and 1m on the all-weather Beaten 1/2l by Farasi Lane when second of 10 at 10-3 on his latest outing at Kempton over 1m last month.

Official BHA Rating 92

2 C A NO O D L E D (I RE ) (1 5)

B m Mehmas (IRE) - Fondled (Selkirk (USA))

Owner: Laurence Bellman

Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Ringfort Stud

Sponsor: ABM Catering Facilities Management

Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 12

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW stripe, sleeves and cap Form: 13640-0 D

Dr aw 1 Callum Hutchinson

She has won four times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft Beaten 9l behind Hafeet Alain at 18-1 when 14th of 17 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 1m (good) last month.

Official BHA Rating 90

3 B L U E L IG H T BAY (I RE ) (3 0)

B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Siren’s Cove (Sir Percy)

Owner: JacobsConstructionHoldings & J E Harley

Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury

Breeder: Ballinvana House Stud

Sponsor: Jacobs Construction (Holdings) Limited

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 11

Colours: RED, EMERALD GREEN epaulets and armlets. Form: 10240-6 D

Dr aw 6 Georgia Dobie

Successful at 6f and 1m on good to firm ground Finished 3 1/2l behind Farasi Lane when sixth of 10 at 25-1 on his latest outing at Kempton over 1m last month..

Official BHA Rating 89

4 A S S E S S M E NT (G B) (5 7 )

B g Kingman - Clinical (Motivator)

Owner: Taylor’s Bloodstock Ltd

Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Sponsor: Taylor Group (Yorkshire) Ltd

Dr aw 7

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 10

Colours: WHITE, DARK BLUE striped sleeves, DARK BLUE and YELLOW hooped cap

Form: 2/13/1P-0D

Successful twice at 1m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Beaten 6l behind Borgi at 10-3 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Southwell over 1m in March.

5 LY N D O N B (I RE ) (2 36 )

B g Charm Spirit (IRE) - Kelsey Rose (Most Welcome)

Owner: P.DuffyD.SemmensVWilliamsRHarperMLoveday

Trainer: John & Rhys Flint, Bridgend

Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud

Sponsor: Tote

Official BHA Rating 88

Dr aw 2

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 9 7

Colours: YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE stripes, YELLOW sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars, DARK BLUE cap, YELLOW star Form: 02/6500-D

He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good to firm ground Well beaten at 16-1 behind Glenfinnan when last of 8 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) in September last year

Official BHA Rating 85

Laura Coughlan

William Carver

STALLS: STANDS SIDE

6 T WO TE MP T I N G (I RE ) (3 3)

Ch g New Bay - Dangle (IRE) (Desert Style (IRE))

Owner: Berkeley Racing

Trainer: Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Miss S. Von Schilcher

Sponsor: Pump Technology Limited

Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 7

Dr aw 8

Colours: OLD GOLD, ROYAL BLUE

Fleur de Lys and cap Form: 24003-1 D

Official BHA Rating 85

He has won three times at 1m on the all-weather A winner at 17-2 at Chelmsford City over 1m on his latest outing in March, beating Longlai by a neck.

7 R E P E R TO I R E (G B) (1 79 )

B g Bated Breath - Binche (USA) (Woodman (USA))

Owner: K Stewart & Partners

Trainer: David Simcock, Newmarket

Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd

Sponsor: David Simcock Racing Ltd

Horse Age: 8 Weight: 9 6

Colours: RED, ORANGE armlets. Form: 520010- CD

Dr aw 5 Connor Planas

He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 16l behind Dirtyoldtown at 12-1 when 13th of 17 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 7f (heavy) in November last year

Official BHA Rating 84

8 R OA R I N ’ SU CC ES S (G B) (1 30)

Ch f Roaring Lion (USA) - Random Success (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))

Owner: Mr Paul Inglett

Trainer: Harry Charlton, Beckhampton

Breeder: Paul Inglett

Sponsor: Tote

Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 2

Dr aw 3

Colours: PURPLE and YELLOW diamonds, YELLOW and PURPLE striped sleeves. Form: 41/1035- CD

Successful at 7f and 1m on good to soft ground and on the all-weather Finished 4l behind Crystal Casque when last of 5 at 2-1 on her latest outing at Lingfield over 1m in December last year

Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Harry & Roger Charlton.

Official BHA Rating 80

9 O N E ST EP BE YO ND (I RE ) (1 1)

B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Yours Truly (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE))

Owner: Fire Plus Security

Trainer: Gary Moore, Horsham

Breeder: Rathbarry Stud

Horse Age: 7 Weight: 8 11

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED cross belts, diabolo on sleeves, RED cap Form: 31200-0 CD

Has won eight races from 7f to 1m 2f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 10l behind Qaasid at 40-1 when 9th of 18 on his latest outing at Newbury over 1m 2f (good to soft) last month.

Official BHA Rating 75

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5.

Stewards Note:

ROARIN’ SUCCESS: Following its run on 23/12/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. 2023: CHASING APHRODITE 4 9 13 Pierre-Louis Jamin 8-1 (Harry Eustace) 15 ran

BETTING FORECAST: (correct as of 12.00pm (30/04/24)

7-2 Vultar (IRE), 9-2 Two Tempting (IRE), 11-2 Assessment (GB), 6-1 Roarin’ Success (GB), 10-1 Canoodled (IRE), 14-1 Bluelight Bay (IRE), Repertoire (GB), 16-1 Lyndon B (IRE), 20-1 One Step Beyond (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY

VULTAR has been in terrific form of late on the all-weather and, if he can transfer that to the turf, he must be the one to beat with Oliver Timms taking off a valuable 7lb Back to winning ways in determined fashion at Chelmsford, Two Tempting will look to do much better than he did in this contest last year, while Canoodled has performed well in Listed company here before and should come on for her Newmarket spin. Assessment and Repertoire are capable of being in the mix as well.

RACE PREDICTOR

Vultar Two Tempting Assessment

Olivia Tubb (5)

Millie Wonnacott (5)

Dr aw 9 Anna Gibson (7)

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An action-packed couple of days with the perfect combination of thrilling racing and an atmosphere made for socialising.

Several competitive handicaps make up the card on Friday, promising a fantastic afternoon’s racing, while on Saturday the highlight is The Victoria Cup, a valuable seven-furlong heritage handicap that tends to attract proven course specialists and interesting, less exposed youngsters alike.

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1 8 T H – 2 2 T H J U N E

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First Race 1.10 - THE ROYAL ASCOT TWO-YEAR-OLD TRIAL EBF CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10800 to the winning horse, the second to receive £5070, the third £2536 and the fourth £1268. For two year olds which are E.B.F. eligible. Free Entry by noon, April 25th, declare by 10.00 a.m. April 29th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb, fillies 8st 13lb. Penalties: A winner of a race 3lb, of 2 races 6lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed towards the prize money for this race. Ascot Racecourse will refund the entry fee to any one of the Royal Ascot 2024 2yo races to the winner of this race. 17 entries at £0 Closed April 25th, 2024. Owners Prize Money: Winner £8534, Second £4266, Third £2134, Fourth £1066. (Penalty Value £10800) A SS

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 1.40 - THE BET WITH ASCOT DONATION SCHEME PARADISE STAKES (CLASS 1) (A Queen Anne Stakes Trial) (Listed Race)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £34026 to the winning horse, the second to receive £12900, the third £6456, the fourth £3216 and the fifth £1614. For four year olds and upwards, which have not won a Group 1 Pattern race after August 31st, 2023. Enter by noon, April 25th and pay £300 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. April 29th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 5lb, fillies 9st. Penalties: After August 31st, 2023, a winner of a Listed race 3lb, of a Group 3 race 5lb, of a Group 2 race 7lb Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey

In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 9 entries at £300 Closed April 25th, 2024. Owners Prize Money: Winner £26736, Second £10974, Third £5490, Fourth £2742, Fifth £1374 (Penalty Value £34026) A SS

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Third Race 2.15 - THE LONGINES SAGARO STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) (A Gold Cup Trial)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £45368 to the winning horse, the second to receive £17200, the third £8608, the fourth £4288 and the fifth £2152. For four year olds and upwards Enter by noon, April 25th and pay £800 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. April 29th. Weights: 4-y-o colts and geldings 9st 3lb, fillies 9st, 5-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 4lb, fillies 9st 1lb Penalties: After August 31st, 2023, a winner of a Group 3 race 3lb, of a Group 2 race 5lb, of a Group 1 race 7lb. LONGINES has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and award a cash prize of £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Longines. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 7 entries at £800 Closed April 25th, 2024. Owners Prize Money: Winner £35648, Second £14632, Third £7320, Fourth £3656, Fifth £1832. (Penalty Value £45368) A SS SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 2.50 - THE COMMONWEALTH CUP TRIAL STAKES (CLASS 1)(Group 3) (Registered as the Pavilion Stakes)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £45368 to the winning horse, the second to receive £17200, the third £8608, the fourth £4288, the fifth £2152 and the sixth £1080 For three year olds only. Enter by noon, April 25th and pay £800 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. April 29th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 3lb, fillies 9st. Penalties: After August 31st, 2023, a winner of a Group 1 or Group 2 race 4lb Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a £200 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 13 entries at £800. Closed April 25th, 2024. Owners Prize Money: Winner £35648, Second £14632, Third £7320, Fourth £3656, Fifth £1832, Sixth £912. (Penalty Value £45368) A SS SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 3.25 - THE NAAS RACECOURSE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (DIV I)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7851 to the winning horse, the second to receive £3684, the third £1840, the fourth £921 and the fifth £459. For four year olds and upwards, rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87, such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £67 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher or £14 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £53 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 29th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb, highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties: After April 20th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb, 7yo and up 4lb Naas Racecourse have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and in addition to the prize money, a £100 cash prize will be presented to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries at £67 Closed April 25th, 2024. Owners Prize Money: Winner £6194, Second £3098, Third £1548, Fourth £774, Fifth £387 (Penalty Value £7851) SS SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.00 - THE NAAS RACECOURSE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (DIV II)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7851 to the winning horse, the second to receive £3684, the third £1840, the fourth £921 and the fifth £459. For four year olds and upwards, rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87, such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £67 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher or £14 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £53 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 29th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb, highest weight 9st 9lb. Penalties: After April 20th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb, 7yo and up 4lb. Naas Racecourse have generously sponsored this race and will will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and in addition to the prize money, a £100 cash prize will be presented to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries at £67 Closed April 25th, 2024. Owners Prize Money: Winner £6194, Second £3098, Third £1548, Fourth £774, Fifth £387 (Penalty Value £7851) SS

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Seventh Race 4.35 - THE DARLEY BRITISH EBF FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £20616 to the winning horse, the second to receive £9668, the third £4836, the fourth £2416, the fifth £1208 and the sixth £604. For novice three year old fillies only, which are E.B.F. eligible. Enter by noon, April 25th and pay £125 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. April 29th. Weights: 9st 2lb each. Penalties: A winner of a race 6lb, of 2 races 10lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties)

Allowances: Horses which have never run 3lb. Darley have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have generously provided £1000 towards the prize money for this race. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £9000 towards the prize money for this race. 15 entries at £125 Closed April 25th, 2024. Owners Prize Money: Winner £16252, Second £8128, Third £4064, Fourth £2032, Fifth £1016, Sixth £508 (Penalty Value £20616) A SS SEE PAGE 46 FOR THIS RACE.

Eighth Race 5.10 - THE MANNY MERCER APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10800 to the winning horse, the second to receive £5070, the third £2536 and the fourth £1268 For four year olds and upwards, rated 76-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97, such horses rated 75 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher or £20 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run. Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 29th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb, highest weight 10st. Penalties: After April 20th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb, 7yo and up 4lb. To be ridden by Apprentice Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 52 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to April 28th, 2024, have not ridden more than 50 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb, Jockeys who have not ridden more than 25 such winners 5lb, Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). Ascot Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a £100 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 17 entries, 1 at £20 and 16 at £100 Closed April 25th, 2024. Owners Prize Money: Winner £8534, Second £4266, Third £2134, Fourth £1066 (Penalty Value £10800) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SS

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G E N E R A L IN FO RM AT IO N

We hope you have enjoyed your day at Ascot and we look forward to seeing you again soon.

C AR P AR KS

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L O C A L T A X I S

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F E E D B A C K

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P H O T O G R A P H Y

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H O R S E W E L F A R E

At all meetings there is a team of specially qualified vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses. During each race vets follow the horse by car and can attend a casualty in the same response time as the paramedic teams responsible for human casualties. It is standard practise for screens to be fixed around any horse receiving veterinary treatment. This does not reflect the severity of an injury, just allows the vet some privacy and the patient a calm environment in which to recover. Please do not always assume the worst if you see screens around a fallen horse.

A B A N D O N M E N T PO LI CY

In the event of racing being abandoned, refunds on entrance money and car parks will only be made in the following circumstances:

a) Abandonment before the running of the first race – full refund.

b) Abandonment before the third or feature race, whichever is later – 50% refund

In the event of an abandonment, please apply to the Ticketing Team in writing within three days for a refund.

H B L B

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £2,096,981 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 23rd March to 23rd June 2024.

THERE’S YOU YOU, THEN THERE’S THE

COLTRANE

( front cover)

Winner of the 2023 Longines Sagaro Stakes

Jockey: Oisin Murphy Trainer: Andrew Balding

Owner: Mick and Janice Mariscotti

Breeder: Rockfield Farm

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