Welcome
Welcome to the opening day of the 2026 King George Weekend. This is always a very exciting weekend of racing, headlined by the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes tomorrow, set to be the richest race ever run at Ascot with £2 million on offer
We are delighted to welcome many of the winning breeders from Royal Ascot to a special lunch today. Breeders play such a crucial part in supporting the industry and we look forward to celebrating their success.
Today’s racing is headlined by the Flexjet Pat Eddery Stakes which has been won by some very smart juveniles in recent years, including Rosallion in 2023. His trainer, Richard Hannon, has Sonny Parvenue in the field this time around and with increased prize money of £65,000 this year, we hope to see another smart winner
The race is named after the great jockey Pat Eddery, who rode two of the most popular winners of the King George itself in Grundy in 1975 and then Dancing Brave in 1986 We look forward to remembering Pat and our grateful thanks go to Flexjet for their continued sponsorship of the race.
We also welcome John Guest Racing, Sports4Causes, Sodexo Live! and Chapel Down as race sponsors today, helping us to provide more than £215,000 in prize money across the card, up from £170,000 last year
Tomorrow, we look forward to one of the best races of the Flat season and we are set for a truly high-class international showdown. We hope you can join us again.
Yours sincerely,
Sir Francis Brooke Bt.
His Majesty’s Representative & Chairman
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1st Race 2.20pm
RACING PAGES
Your guide to all of today’s races
The SPORTS4CAUSES October Club EBF Fillies’ Novice Stakes
Today’s opener is a six furlong Novice Stakes, restricted to two-year-old fillies which are E.B.F eligible, but in order to take part all of the runners must meet certain conditions Unlike a maiden, which is restricted to horses yet to record a victory, winning horses which have run in a maximum of six races are eligible to run. Each runner is allocated 9st 2lbs before previous winners are allocated penalties depending on the level at which they have been successful.
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2nd Race 2.55pm
The Flexjet
Pat Eddery Stakes (Listed Race)
This seven furlong contest for two-year-olds is a Listed race; a race that can only be bettered by a Group 1, 2 or 3. 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 or 5lb for a Pattern success
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3rd Race 3.30pm
The John Guest Racing Brown Jack Handicap Stakes
This is a two mile handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 71 to 90 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
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4th Race 4.05pm
The Sodexo Live! Handicap Stakes
This is a one mile and four furlong handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 86 to 105. Like most handicaps on the flat this race is also open to horses that are rated below that particular band. However, all handicaps stipulate a minimum weight and no runner can carry less than that, irrespective of how low their rating is This is often described as ‘running from out of the handicap’ and is considered a disadvantage.
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5th Race 4.40pm
The Chapel Down Handicap Stakes
This is a seven furlong handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 61 to 80 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 80 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 75
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6th Race 5.12pm
The Sodexo Live! Fillies’ Handicap Stakes
The final race today is a five furlong handicap race for three-year-old and upward fillies which have been rated from 66 to 85 Like all handicaps on today’s card this means that should a horse rated 85 take part they would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 80
Off the track
KING GEORGE SCREENS AND TROPHY DISPLAY
As the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes celebrates its 76th running tomorrow, discover a series of displays marking the history of one of Britain's most prestigious Flat races
Find a special feature in the Grandstand concourse with screens exploring the race's legacy, and the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes trophy crafted by Garrard, on display. As well as flags lining the home straight of all the 75 past winners.
ASCOT SHOP
Visit the Ascot Shop to browse seasonal collections, on-the-day essentials, gifts and mementos from your day at the racecourse. Shirts and ties are also available to purchase as part of our Flat season dress code collection.
SOFT PLAY
Little ones can have plenty of fun in our soft play area in the Bandstand Restaurant & Bar.
ASCOT SUPPORTS SENSORY ROOM
For u16s with neurodiverse conditions who need a calm space. To speak with one of our sensory room assistants and/or to check the room is attended, simply call 07974 417253
Car Park 1
Key to symbols
Entry Point
Cash Machine
Cloakroom & Left Luggage
Grandstand Entrances
First Aid Point
Toilets & Baby Changing
Parent & Baby Room
King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers are invited to enjoy facilities on Level 4 of the Grandstand.
Drop Off Point
Lawn
Car Park 2 Pre-Parade Ring
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.
Where to eat & drink
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
Caviar Club
A selection of the finest seafood, caviar, and premium champagne.
This menu features a delicious burger with classic toppings, shawarma chicken, plant-based shawarma, fritto misto de mare and poke bowls
ON THE GO BAR
Serving coffees presented by Lavazza, assorted teas, a range of sandwiches and cakes
Select from a range of cocktails curated for Ascot’s Flat season, as well as a range of alcohol-free options
Lavazza on 4
Bit & Bridle Cocktail Bar
Horsewalk Bar & Kitchen by Silent Pool Gin
Where to eat & drink
QUEEN ANNE ENCLOSURE
King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers are also welcome to visit the Queen Anne Enclosure, where these outlets and more can be found.
BARS
Yeats Bar by Chapel Down
Celebrate the occasion with a glass of award-winning English sparkling wine at the Yeats Bar by Chapel Down, located between the Parade Ring and Bandstand Lawn
ON THE GO
A tasty array of buttermilk chicken dishes, salads and plant-based alternatives await at Mrs B’s Kitchen, located within the Grandstand Concourse.
Children’s portions available.
Schweppes Fountain House
The Fountain House returns to the Grandstand, where Schweppes heritage meets summer sophistication. Come and discover the Ascot Spritz, a beautifully balanced blend of bianco vermouth and Schweppes Tropical Soda, with notes of guava, dragonfruit and hibiscus
Enjoy a selection of smashed 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.
Children’s portions available.
If you have an allergy or intolerance, please speak to a member of our catering team before you order or purchase any food or drink
Mrs B’s Front Runner Grill
How to read the racing pages
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KY PR IO S (I RE ) (3 4)
Ch h Galileo (IRE) - Polished Gem (IRE) (Danehill (USA))
Owner: Moyglare/Magnier/Tabor/Smith/Westerberg
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
Breeder: Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 4
Form: 11/22-11 CD
Sponsor:
TIMEFORM VIEW Nine time Group 1 winner. Started quickly when taking Grade 3 Levmoss Stakes at Leopardstown on previous start, pushed out but always doing enough. Can do little wrong at the moment. TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 117
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. Horse’s name
6. Sire (Father)
7. Dam (Mother)
8. Damsire (Grandfather)
9. Birthplace of horse (if not Great Britain)
10. Number of days since last run
11. Stall
12. Form guide
13. Breeder
14. Trainer(s)
15. Owner(s)
16. Age of horse
17. Horse’s sponsor details
18. Timeform Star Rating
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 = 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.
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Today’s sponsors
Ascot would like to take this opportunity to thank today’s race sponsors for their generous support.
Sports4Causes is kindly sponsoring the race to raise awareness and funds for The October Club’s charity of the year, STOP THE TRAFFIK, which seeks to prevent human trafficking before it happens It does so by gathering intelligence and leveraging technology to disrupt exploitation. For more information, please see theoctoberclub.co.uk and stopthetraffik.org
With a shared commitment to passion, performance and exquisite style, Flexjet is the Official Private Aviation Supplier for Ascot & Royal Ascot.
Exceptional private travel experiences – featuring impeccable service, obsessive attention to detail and an unrivalled aircraft selection – have elevated Flexjet over 30 years to become a global luxury leader in its field.
With a modern fleet of over 300 private jets and helicopters and a European operation based in Farnborough Airport and London’s Mayfair, Flexjet provides seamless and personalised solutions to travel and experience the world on your own terms
Sodexo Live! supports some of the UK and Ireland’s most iconic music, cultural and sporting events, plus conference centres, by delivering world class hospitality and food services We help deliver globally recognised live events with a proven track record of creating exceptional moments that bring people together We create exceptional moments and lasting memories for guests every time they visit the venues we serve. sodexolive.co.uk
Chapel Down are England’s leading winemaker and the ‘Official English Sparkling Wine of Ascot Racecourse’. Based in the Garden of England, their world-class winemaking team produce awardwinning sparkling wines of exceptional quality. Fresh and crisp, we invite you to raise a glass of England’s finest.
Discover their home and join them at their winery estate in Tenterden, Kent, for guided tours and experiences with their team of passionate wine experts Learn the process of winemaking from grape to glass, enjoy a guided tour around the vineyards, or treat yourself to a delicious meal at their on-site restaurant. www.chapeldown.com
Ascot would like to thank all our 2026 race sponsors:
• Ascot Underwriting Ltd
• bet365
• Betfair
• BetMGM
• Charbonnel et Walker
• Careys Group
• Darley
• David Keen
• European Breeders Fund
• Grundon Waste Management
• John Guest Racing Ltd
• Juddmonte
• Ladbrokes
• Palmer & Co Champagne
• Property Race Day
• Mariner Systems (UK) Ltd
• Naas Racecourse
• Victoria Racing Club
• 1st Class Logistics
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Race 1
2 . 2 0 PM THE SP ORTS4CAUSE S OCTOBER CLUB EBF
FILLIE S’ NOVICE STAKE S
(CLAS S 3) (GBB RACE)
Six furlongs (6f) (1,200 metres) For novice two year old fillies
Advertised Total Prize Fund £25000. Owners Prize Money: 1st £10668, 2nd £5333, 3rd £2668, 4th £1333. (Penalty Value £13500) SS
See page 46 for conditions of this race.
Sports4Causes will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey as well as £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
1 ASH TREE (IRE) (22)
B f Blue Point (IRE) - Ahd (USA) (Elusive Quality (USA))
Owner: Mr P. W. Harris
Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket
Breeder: Old Carhue Stud
Horse Age: 2
Weight: 9 9
Form: 1 D
Sponsor: Woodstock English Honey
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising winning start to her career at Nottingham (6f, good) 22 days ago. The runner-up has won since and she can make a bold bid to defy her penalty with improvement likely TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
2 BLUE FLIGHT (GB) (36)
B f Blue Point (IRE) - Spatial (New Approach (IRE))
Owner: Cheveley Park Stud
Trainer: James Fanshawe, Newmarket
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 9 Form: 1 D
Sponsor: Cheveley Park Stud Limited, Pegasus Stables LLP
TIMEFORM VIEW Blue Point filly who edged ahead late on to make a winning start to her career at Yarmouth (6f, good to firm) last month. Can be expected to improve TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -
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CUT AND SEW (GB) (35)
B f Starman - Holy Endeavour (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE))
Owner: Andrew Rosen & Marcstown Ltd
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Holy Endeavour Syndicate
Horse Age: 2
Form: 3
aw 8
Weight: 9 2
Sponsor: James Hambro & Partners Llp
TIMEFORM VIEW 9/2, third of 5 in maiden at Goodwood (5f, good to firm) on debut 35 days ago. Should have more to offer but big chunk of improvement needed to get heavily involved. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -
4 PARVENUE STAR (IRE) (10)
B f Starman - Madam Baroque (Royal Applause)
Owner: Mr Daniel Kiely
Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Breeder: Eyrefield Lodge & Creighton Schwartz Bld
Horse Age: 2
Form: 05
Sponsor: Vorto.Io
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Weight: 9 2
TIMEFORM VIEW Starman filly who has achieved little better than modest form in her 2 outings this month. Improvement will be needed. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -
5 PERFECT HOPE (GB) (22)
B f Perfect Power (IRE) - Perfect Showdance (Showcasing)
Owner: Pall Mall Partners & Mildmay Racing
Trainer: Tom Ward, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Mildmay Bloodstock Ltd
Horse Age: 2
Form: 60
1
Weight: 9 2
Sponsor: Smulders, European Bloodstock News
TIMEFORM VIEW Perfect Power filly who looks more one for handicaps based on her 2 runs to date TFRHIIII Official BHA Rating -
Daniel Muscutt
Hector Crouch
Pat Dobbs
Finley Marsh
6SORRENGAIL (GB) (14)
B f Wootton Bassett - Beautiful Future (IRE) (Night of Thunder (IRE))
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket
Breeder: Godolphin
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 92 Form: 4
Sponsor: Emirates
TIMEFORM VIEW Highly promising sort 11/1, very much in need of experience when fourth (Speed of Sound third) of 11 in maiden at Newmarket (6f, good to firm) on debut 14 days ago, getting the idea late and finishing with running left Open to significant progress TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating -
7SPEED OF SOUND (IRE) (14)
B f Sioux Nation (USA) - All Speed (IRE) (Camacho)
Owner: Phil Cunningham
Trainer: Richard Spencer, Newmarket
Breeder: D. & E. Phelan
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 92 Form: 3BF
Sponsor: Direct Commercial Ltd, Rebel Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Sioux Nation filly who made an encouraging start to her career when close third of 11 in 6f maiden at the recent Newmarket July meeting Should go well but wouldn’t be sure to confirm placings with Sorrengail, who was 1/2 length behind her in fourth. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
8SWEETWONDERFULYOU (IRE) (-)
B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Princess Pearl (IRE) (Teofilo (IRE))
Owner: Dash Grange Stud
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
Breeder: Rigsdale Stud
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 92 Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 2. 325,000 gns Starspangledbanner filly Half-sister to 3 winners, including 2-y-o 5f winner Maria Branwell and 1m winner Lucky Queen. Interesting newcomer TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -
2025 Winner: PRINCESS PETROL (2-1), J: Tom Marquand, T: Ed Walker Stewards Note:
PERFECT HOPE: Following its run on 2/7/2026 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.
BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 4.00pm (23/07/26)
11-8 Sorrengail (GB), 10-3 Speed of Sound (IRE), 7-2 Ash Tree (IRE), 6-1 Blue Flight (GB), 15-2 Sweetwonderfulyou (IRE), 20-1 Cut And Sew (GB), 50-1 Parvenue Star (IRE), 100-1 Perfect Hope (GB)
TIMEFORM SUMMARY
SORRENGAIL finished a 1/2 length behind the reopposing Speed of Sound at the Newmarket July meeting but Godolphin’s charge was very green on that occasion and is taken to turn the tables. Ash Tree and Blue Flight will need to be useful to defy penalties but should have more to offer. A market move for William Haggas debutante Sweetwonderfulyou would also see her enter calculations in this interesting opener.
1.SORRENGAIL 2.SPEED OF SOUND (IRE) 3.ASH TREE (IRE)
Trainer: Charlie ApplebyJockey: Billy Loughnane
Tom Marquand
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ALFRED WALLACE
Trainer: ED Walker
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
DANDYMAN DAN
Trainer: David Evans
FIREHORSE
Trainer: S Woods
Jockey: J F Egan
Jockey: Tom Marquand
Trainer: Owen Burrows
KACH ABOVE
Trainer: David Loughnane
SILVER DOMINION
Trainer: Oliver Cole
SONNY PARVENUE
Trainer: Richard Hannon
TIME FOR THE MOON
Trainer: Charlie Johnston
Jockey: Daniel Muscutt
Jockey: Hector Crouch
Jockey: Pat Dobbs
Jockey: Billy Loughnane
9 TREASURER
Trainer: Charlie Fellowes
10 LOVE IS
Trainer: Richard Hughes
ABILITY
Jockey: David Egan
Jockey: Finley Marsh
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Race 2
2 . 5 5 PM T H E FL EX J E T
PAT ED DE RY STA K E S
( C L A S S 1) (L IST E D RAC E )
Seven furlongs (7f) (1,400 metres) For two year olds
Advertised Total Prize Fund £65000. Owners Prize Money: 1st £28964, 2nd £11889, 3rd £5948, 4th £2971, 5th £1489, 6th £741. (Penalty Value £36861.50) A SS
See page 47 for conditions of this race.
Flexjet will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey as well as £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
1 ALFRED WALLACE (GB) (13)
Ch c Dubawi (IRE) - Snow Lantern (Frankel)
Owner: Rockcliffe Stud
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Rockcliffe Stud
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 5 Form: 5105 D
Sponsor: James Hambro & Partners Llp
TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped forward from his debut when winning a 7f Thirsk novice in May. Never involved in the 6f Windsor Castle at Royal Ascot but back on the up returned to 7f when 4 lengths fifth (Silver Dominion fourth) of 7 to Al Hudaiba in Group 2 Superlative at Newmarket (7f, good to firm) 13 days ago. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 97
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DANDYMAN DAN (IRE) (27)
B c Dandy Man (IRE) - Sorella d’Angelo (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE)) Dr aw 8
Owner: Eric Griffiths, Mrs T Burns & Partner
Trainer: David Evans, Abergavenny
Breeder: Rathasker Stud
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 5 Form: 1504
Sponsor: Emma Evans Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a Bath maiden on debut and better form in defeat in stronger company since. Will need to improve for the step up to 7f if he’s to come out on top, though.
3 FIREHORSE (IRE) (25)
B c Cotai Glory - Cantata (Oasis Dream)
Owner: Mr S. P. C. Woods
Trainer: S. P. C. Woods, Newmarket
Breeder: Forge Bloodstock Ltd
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 94
Dr aw 1
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 5
Form: 1
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 10-runner maiden at Kempton (6f) on debut 25 days ago. The step up to 7f is likely to suit but he’ll need to leave the bare form well behind to get heavily involved.
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GYMBAAZY (FR) (42)
B c Siyouni (FR) - Pelligrina (IRE) (Soldier Hollow)
Owner: Green Team Racing
Trainer: Owen Burrows, Lambourn
Breeder: Al Shahania Stud
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 5 Form: 1 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Well-bred son of Siyouni. Overcame greenness to make successful debut at Sandown (7f, good to soft) 6 weeks ago. Looks sure to improve but this is a step up in grade.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -
5 KACH ABOVE (GB) (14)
B c Far Above (IRE) - Kachess (Kyllachy)
Owner: David Lowe
Trainer: David Loughnane, Tern Hill
Breeder: The Lowe Family
Dr aw 3
Horse Age: 2
Weight: 9 5
Form: 4011 D
Sponsor: Dave Loughnane Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark in 10-runner maiden at Leicester (7f, good) in June and followed up in 7f Chester nursery (good to firm) a fortnight ago. Going the right way.
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 81
Tom Marquand
Daniel Muscutt
Laura Pearson
6SILVER DOMINION (IRE) (13)
B c Gleneagles (IRE) - Allso (IRE) (Slade Power (IRE))
Owner: Hay/Cannings
Trainer: Oliver Cole, Whatcombe
Breeder: D. Farrington And Canning Downs
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 95 Form: 14
Sponsor: JMH Group
TIMEFORM VIEW Prevailed in a 3-way photo on his 6.5f Newbury debut Stepped up considerably on that form when 3 1/2 lengths fourth of 7 to Al Hudaiba in Group 2 Superlative at Newmarket (7f, good to firm) 13 days ago. Likely to progress further and leading claims TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 98
7SONNY PARVENUE (FR) (40)
B c Blackbeard (IRE) - Punt Muragl (FR) (Olympic Glory (IRE))
Owner: Mr Daniel Kiely
Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Breeder: Haras de Saint Julien
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 95 Form: 1
Sponsor: Vorto.Io
TIMEFORM VIEW Blackbeard colt who had a bit to spare at the line when justifying market support on his 6f Salisbury debut (good) last month. Useful prospect who looks sure to progress TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
8TIME FOR THE MOON (GB) (36)
B c Sea The Moon (GER) - Caribana (Hernando (FR))
Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Breeder: Miss K. Rausing
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 95 Form: 310D
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Sea The Moon colt created an excellent impression when a wide-margin winner of 6-runner novice at Musselburgh (7f, good to firm) last month but failed to reproduce that when down the field in the Chesham over C&D at the Royal meeting. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 89
9TREASURER (IRE) (24)
B c Persian Force (IRE) - Laureldean Lady (IRE) (Statue of Liberty (USA))
Owner: Amo Racing Limited
Trainer: Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket
Breeder: Ballybin Stud Ltd. & Patrick F. Kelly
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 95 Form: 401
Sponsor: Sports Invest UK Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Far from disgraced when mid-field in Coventry here on second start and got off the mark with his sights lowered at Salisbury a fortnight later. Up in trip Should have more to offer TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 86
10 LOVE IS (IRE) (35)
B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Snowy Peak (Pivotal)
Owner: Black Type/Regan/Young/Adkisson/Swinbank
Trainer: Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Denis Noonan
Dr aw 9
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 90 Form: 120
Sponsor: Richard Hughes Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Overcame inexperience to win 6f Windsor novice on debut Chased home the useful Night In Vegas in a Goodwood conditions race next time. Found things happening too quickly for her in the Albany at the Royal meeting but several winners have emerged from that race and 7f promises to suit TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 86
2025 Winner: TIME TO TURN (13-8), J: William Buick, T: Charlie Appleby
BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 4.00pm (23/07/26)
10-3 Sonny Parvenue (FR), 4-1 Alfred Wallace (GB), Silver Dominion (IRE), 7-1 Gymbaazy (FR), 11-1 Time For The Moon (GB), 12-1 Love Is (IRE), 14-1 Firehorse (IRE), Treasurer (IRE), 20-1 Dandyman Dan (IRE), 33-1 Kach Above (GB)
TIMEFORM SUMMARY
SILVER DOMINION is the one to beat after his fine run in the Superlative at Newmarket. Alfred Wallace was a 1/2 length behind the selection in that Group 2 contest and can follow him home ahead of Sonny Parvenue, who impressed on debut, and sole filly Love Is 1.SILVER DOMINION (IRE) 2.ALFRED WALLACE 3.SONNY PARVENUE (FR)
Hector Crouch
Billy Loughnane
Finley Marsh
1ALFRED WALLACE
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Race 3
3. 3 0 PM T H E J O HN GU E ST RAC I N G
B ROW N JAC K HA ND IC AP STA K E S
( C L A S S 3) (G BB PLU S RAC E )
About two miles (15f 209yds) (3,200 metres) For three year olds and upwards
Advertised Total Prize Fund £30000. Owners Prize Money: 1st £12189, 2nd £6096, 3rd £3048, 4th £1524. (Penalty Value £15462) Weights lowered 12lb. SS
See page 47 for conditions of this race.
John Guest Racing will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey as well as £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
1 SYNERGISM (GER) (27)
B g Soldier Hollow - Sforza Ragazza (GER) (Sholokhov (IRE))
Owner: Heath House Optimists
Trainer: Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket
Breeder: R. Kredel
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 9 6
Form: 1253-13 D
Sponsor: Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a fine 2025 with 4 wins and returned with a hard-fought success over 1 3/4m at Lingfield (good) in May. Good 3 lengths third of 20 in the Northumberland Plate at Newcastle since but the reopposing Kirchner was ahead in second. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 92
2 KIRCHNER (IRE) (27)
Gr g Pinatubo (IRE) - Kambura (FR) (Literato (FR))
Owner: The Rogues Gallery
Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket
Breeder: J. Hanly, T. Stewart & A. Stroud
Dr aw 4
Horse Age: 4
Form: 434-052
Weight: 9 5
Sponsor: Rogues Gallery Racing, Essex 4×4 Centre
TIMEFORM VIEW Not long with the excellent James Owen yard and showed improved form stepped up markedly in trip when second of 20 in Northumberland Plate at Newcastle (2m) 4 weeks ago, with the reopposing Synergism 1 3/4 lengths back in third. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 91
3 FIREBLADE (GB) (13)
B g Frankel - Rhadegunda (Pivotal)
Owner: Elb Bloodstock Ltd and Mr R. L. Banks
Trainer: Dylan Cunha, Newmarket
Breeder: Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd
Dr aw 3
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 4
Form: 030-442 CD
Sponsor: GB Helicopters
TIMEFORM VIEW Developed into a useful stayer last year (including C&D win). Best effort this season when second of 6 over 1 3/4m here (good to firm), going down only to an improving 3-y-o. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 90
4
GHAIYYA (GB) (13)
B or Br f Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Reckoning (IRE) (Danehill Dancer (IRE))
Owner: Mascalls Stud
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Breeder: Mascalls Stud
Dr aw 2
Horse Age: 4
Form: 0-12406
Weight: 9 4
Sponsor: Matchroom Limited, Johnston Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved performer this year with good efforts including a 1 1/2m handicap win at Doncaster in April before good second at Hamilton (13f, good to firm) in May. Not seen to best effect when sixth of 8 in 1 1/2m course handicap 13 days ago, left poorly placed. Leaves impression this trip could suit TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 90
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2.
2025 Winner: MANY MEN (5-4), J: Tom Marquand, T: Jim Boyle
Billy Loughnane
Callum Rodriguez
Jack Mitchell
BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 4.00pm (23/07/26)
6-4 Kirchner (IRE), 15-8 Synergism (GER), 10-3 Fireblade (GB), 7-1 Ghaiyya (GB)
TIMEFORM SUMMARY
A decent case can be made for all 4 runners. Subjectivist’s half-sister GHAIYYA could prove suited by this step up to 2m and can see off Northumberland Plate 2-3 Kirchner and Synergism. 1.GHAIYYA 2.KIRCHNER (IRE) 3.SYNERGISM (GER)
2 KIRCHNER
Trainer: James Owen
Jockey: Billy Loughnane ABILITY
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Race 4
4 .0 5 PM T H E SO DE XO LI VE ! HA
ND IC AP STA K E S
( C L A S S 2) (G BB PLU S RAC E )
One mile about four furlongs, Swinley (11f abt 211yds) (2,400 metres) For three year olds and upwards
Advertised Total Prize Fund £45000. Owners Prize Money: 1st £18284, 2nd £9144, 3rd £4572, 4th £2286, 5th £1143, 6th £572. (Penalty Value £23193) SS
See page 47 for conditions of this race. No Horse Draw Jockey
Sodexo Live! will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey as well as £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
1 FRENCH DUKE (IRE) (35)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Duchess of France (IRE) (Dylan Thomas (IRE))
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: Hamad Al Jehani, GB
Breeder: Mrs Joan Murphy
aw 1
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 10 2
Form: 003-160 D Sponsor: Damsa Holding Company W.L.L
TIMEFORM VIEW Doubled his tally on first start for new yard having left Roger Varian at Meydan (1 1/2m, good) in January Not so good tried in listed company at Abu Dhabi next time and wasn’t remotely competitive back in Britian in Royal Ascot handicap last month. Hood refitted.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 100
2 MERVEILLEUX LAPIN (IRE) (33)
B f Mohaather - It’s Miraculous (USA) (Curlin (USA))
Owner: Mr Patryk Gorczyca
Trainer: Owen Burrows, Lambourn
Breeder: Treadstone Bloodstock & Tally Ho Stud
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 12 Form: 5230-24
Dr aw 5 Callum Rodriguez
TIMEFORM VIEW Polish Oaks winner who was unlucky not to make a successful handicap/stable debut on reappearance at Windsor in May (denied a clear run). Ran to a similar level back up in trip/grade when fourth of 8 in Pontefract listed event (1 1/2m) last month and warrants respect back in handicap company. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 96
3
THEORY OF TIDES (GB) (20)
B g Galileo (IRE) - Missrock (AUS) (Fastnet Rock (AUS))
Owner: Martyn and Elaine Booth
Trainer: Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Isa Salman Al Khalifa
Dr aw 9
Horse Age: 5
Form: 000/42-2
Weight: 9 10
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a good prospect when winning first 2 starts in spring 2024 and took his form up a notch when running well both starts in defeat last season. Left John & Thady Gosden (58,000 gns) and ran up to his best returning from a 10-month absence when second in 1 1/4m Sandown handicap recently Up in trip TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 94
4
FLYING FRONTIER (GB) (20)
B h Farhh - Alaia (IRE) (Sinndar (IRE))
Owner: Mr Saeed Manana
Trainer: James Tate, Newmarket
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Dr aw 2
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 9 Form: 010-044
TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 6-y-o who showed the benefit of his reappearance when fourth in the Zetland Gold Cup at Redcar (1 1/4m) in May. Took too long to find his stride under a typically patient ride at Sandown since and worth another trip at this trip TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 93
5 DANCING IN PARIS (FR) (27)
B g Olympic Glory (IRE) - Ponte Sanangelo (FR) (Authorized (IRE))
Owner: Mr Joseph Smith
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Breeder: Thierry de La Heronniere et al
Dr aw 3
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 7 Form: 0240-00 C D
TIMEFORM VIEW Acquitted himself well without winning in staying handicaps last year. Well beaten at Epsom on reappearance and was too free back at 2m in Northumberland Plate last time. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 91
Saffie Osborne
Hector Crouch
David Egan
6FANTASY BELIEVER (IRE) (13)
B g Make Believe - Avizare (IRE) (Lawman (FR))
Owner: Chris & David Stam
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Rathasker Stud
Dr aw 6
Horse Age: 9 Weight: 96 Form: 0160-50 C
Sponsor: James Hambro & Partners Llp
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a useful handicap at Doncaster last September and made an encouraging return from 8 months off when fifth of 16 at York in June. Better than he could show back there last time and not taken lightly on this return to 1 1/2m.
7AL AZD (IRE) (36)
Ch g Dubawi (IRE) - Zeyaadah (IRE) (Tamayuz)
Owner: Shadwell Estate Company Ltd
Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 90
Dr aw 7
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 95 Form: 221162D
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved since the blinkers went on, winning 11f maiden at Southwell and 1 1/2m handicap at Doncaster this spring. Unsuited by the drop back to 1 1/4m in the London Gold Cup and quickly back on the up returned to 1 1/2m when second of 17 in King George V Stakes at Royal meeting latest Remains of interest TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 100
8ELSASS (IRE) (6)
B g Sottsass (FR) - Elle Memory (GER) (Maxios)
Owner: Mr Markus Graff & Partner
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Breeder: Gestut Wittekindshof
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 93 Form: 20-1103
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned from a break/gelding operation an improved model, following up Southwell success with plenty to spare at Hamilton (11f) in mid-May. Eased off as if amiss in Old Newton Cup at Haydock 7 weeks later but wasted no time getting back on track when third of 7 at Ripon (1 1/2m) last week TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 87
9STUDY OF WORDS (IRE) (48)
B c Frankel - Discursus (Dubawi (IRE))
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket
Breeder: Godolphin
Dr aw 4 Billy
Horse Age: 3
Weight: 812
Form: 521-35 BF
Sponsor: Emirates
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed with each run at 2, easily winning1 1/4m Newmarket maiden on final start Confirmedhe’s useful when third of 5 in handicap back at Newmarket (1 1/4m again) on reappearance and was possibly amiss to shape as he did at Doncaster (14.5f) last time. Worth another chance.
Hood worn by No 1. Blinkers worn by No 7.
TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 93
2025 Winner: PINHOLE (EVENS), J: Rossa Ryan, T: Ralph Beckett
Stewards Note: DANCING IN PARIS: Following its run on 27/6/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 4.00pm (23/07/26)
11-8 Al Azd (IRE), 5-1 Study of Words (IRE), 7-1 Theory of Tides (GB), Merveilleux Lapin (IRE), 10-1 French Duke (IRE), Flying Frontier (GB), 12-1 Elsass (IRE), 16-1 Fantasy Believer (IRE), 22-1 Dancing In Paris (FR)
TIMEFORM SUMMARY
AL AZD has been most progressive since the blinkers went on and his second in the King George V Stakes at the Royal Meeting is without question a strong piece of form, so he remains of firm interest. Fellow 3-y-o Study of Words was possibly amiss to shape as he did at Doncaster and is worth another chance to resume his progress, while Merveilleux Lapin is also feared back in a handicap
1.AL AZD (IRE) 2.STUDY OF WORDS (IRE) 3.MERVEILLEUX LAPIN (IRE)
Oisin Murphy
Ray Dawson
Loughnane
6 FANTASY BELIEVER
Trainer: ED Walker
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Summer Celebrations
Race 5
4 .4 0 PM T H E CH AP EL DOW N H A N D
I C A P STA K E S
( C L A S S 4)
Seven furlongs (7f) (1,400 metres)
For three year olds and upwards
Advertised Total Prize Fund £25650. Owners Prize Money: 1st £10591, 2nd £5297, 3rd £2647, 4th £1324, 5th £662. (Penalty Value £13425.20) SS
See page 47 for conditions of this race.
Chapel Down will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey as well as £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
1 WALSON’S LAW (GB) (34)
B g Wootton Bassett - Blossom Mills (Bahamian Bounty)
Owner: Exors of the Late Lady Cobham
Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury
Breeder: Lady Cobham
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 10 3
Form: 516-300 D
Sponsor: ABM Catering Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW A dual 7f/1m winner last year Ran well on seasonal reappearance when third over 6f here in May but well held both runs since, last of 11 at Doncaster (7f) last time.
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 81
2 HAVANA BLUE (GB) (13)
Gr g Havana Grey - Exrating (Exceed And Excel (AUS)) Dr aw 13
Owner: Stuart Boyd & Niall O’Keeffe
Trainer: Julie Camacho, Malton
Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
Horse Age: 6
Weight: 10 2
Form: 54-6542 D
Sponsor: David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since Beverley in summer of 2024 but back on track of late, second of 17 in handicap over C&D 13 days ago. Can go well again despite a 3lb weights rise.
3 GALLANT (FR) (22)
TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 80
B g Hello Youmzain (FR) - Sailor Moon (IRE) (Tiger Hill (IRE))
Owner: Seven Seas
Trainer: Oli Rix, Newmarket
Breeder: Ecurie des Monceaux et al
5
Dr
Horse Age: 4
Form: 260050
Sponsor: M3 Media
Weight: 10 1
TIMEFORM VIEW Keen-going sort who scored over 1m for Andrew Balding last June. Hasn’t built on his best effort for present yard when second at Chelmsford (6f) in February Others appeal more. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 79
4
INDEPENDENT EXPERT (IRE) (4)
B m Gutaifan (IRE) - Distinguish (IRE) (Refuse To Bend (IRE)) Dr aw 1
Owner: Mr J. Pook
Trainer: Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes
Breeder: Kevin Walsh
Horse Age: 7 Weight: 10 0
Form: 605560 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over 7f at Naas for Denis Hogan in March but hasn’t reproduced that form since, including for new yard at Epsom and Windsor last 2 runs
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 78
5 DAPPER GUEST (IRE) (13)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Sea of Dreams (IRE) (Oasis Dream) Dr aw 2
Owner: John Guest Racing
Trainer: George Margarson, Newmarket
Breeder: Miss Debbie Kitchin
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 10 0
Form: 0-00640 D
TIMEFORM VIEW A 3-time 7f winner in 2025 but yet to hit top form this season and came in last of 13 in handicap at Newmarket (7f) 13 days ago.
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 78
Callum Rodriguez
aw
Tom Marquand
Finley Marsh
David Egan
6MR WRITER (IRE) (20)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Sacred Dance (Sea The Stars (IRE))
Owner: Noel Wilson
Trainer: James Fanshawe, Newmarket
Breeder: Grangemore Stud
aw 10
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 911 Form: 2-42151D
Sponsor: Pegasus Stables LLP
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive son of Dark Angel who gained a second win in his last 3 starts in 7-runner handicap at Leicester (7f) 20 days ago. Up 4lb but weighted to go close again. TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 82
7H KEY LAILS (GB) (21)
Gr g Washington DC (IRE) - Natural Appeal (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE))
Owner: Mr Martyn Cruse
Trainer: Michael Attwater, Epsom
Breeder: Mickley Stud & Derrick Mossop
aw 11
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 911 Form: 5-23310 D
Sponsor: Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Had a productive winter on the all-weather before making a winning return on the turf at Lingfield (7f) in June. Only seventh of 10 in handicap at Sandown (1m) 21 days ago though so bounce back is needed.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 75
8BE FRANK (GB) (42)
B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Bonnie Arlene (IRE) (Excelebration (IRE))
Owner: Jr Roberts Slurry Sealing Ltd
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Breeder: Jake Warren & Ben Churchill
Dr aw 4
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 98 Form: 36545-6 D
Sponsor: JR Roberts Slurry Sealing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Off 9 months and not seen to best effect with sixth of 11 in handicap at Chester (7f) last month, nearest finish. A fair 7f winner in 2025 so he enters calculations with Billy Loughnane back up TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 72
9ILLY’S ROO (IRE) (14)
B g Australia - Illykato (Toronado (IRE))
Owner: The Mammoth Pack Ltd
Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton
Breeder: Christopher Hirst
aw 12 Kaiya
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 97 Form: 300001 D
Sponsor: Gemma Tutty Racing Ltd, Kambi Services Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a second success for Gemma Tutty with a career best in 11-runner handicap at York (1m) 14 days ago. Up 6lb here though and drops back to 7f so more is required. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 78
10 MYSTIC MOMENT (GB) (23)
B f Time Test - Last Enchantment (IRE) (Camelot)
Owner: The Enchanted Syndicate
Trainer: Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
Breeder: Guy D. Everett
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 96 Form: 330-650 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Breakthrough success at Epsom last July for Eve Johnson Houghton but yet to hit top form in 3 runs for her new yard this season, eighth of 10 in handicap at Epsom (7f) 23 days ago Needs to take a step forward. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 77
11 WIELD (GB) (70)
B g Showcasing - Deliberate (King’s Best (USA))
Owner: Mr John Stocker
Trainer: Joseph Parr, Newmarket
Breeder: Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 96
Form: 4-325
Sponsor: Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Signed off for Andrew Balding with good second in 7f Newmarket maiden in April but beat only one on yard/handicap debut there (7f) following month. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 77
12
KING OF WAR (GB) (14)
B g Churchill (IRE) - Materialistic (Oasis Dream)
Owner: Gallop Syndicates King of War
Trainer: Michael Wigham, Newmarket
Breeder: Fittocks Stud
Horse Age: 7 Weight: 94
Form: 04-3153 D
Sponsor: Pandora X Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Brighton in June. Posted a good third of 8 in handicap at Chester (7f) 14 days ago so needs considering. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 68
13 TEX (FR) (58)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Sudu Queen (GER) (Invincible Spirit (IRE))
Owner: George Baker Racing International
Trainer: George Baker, Epsom
Breeder: China Horse Club International
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 93
Form: 333-230
Sponsor: Charles Tyrwhitt Llp
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to win and saw his run of good form come to a halt when twelfth of 14 in handicap at Kempton (1m) in May. The sort to bounce back after a break though. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 67
Daniel Muscutt
Seamus Cronin (5)
Billy Loughnane
Fraser
Oisin Murphy
John Egan
Pat Cosgrave
Visor worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 12, 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 12, 13. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 11. 2025 Winner: WAR HOWL (IRE) (7-2), J: James Doyle, T: Michael Appleby
BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 4.00pm (23/07/26)
4-1 Mr Writer (IRE), 9-2 Havana Blue (GB), Illy’s Roo (IRE), 11-2 Be Frank (GB), 9-1 Gallant (FR), 11-1 Dapper Guest (IRE), Walson’s Law (GB), King of War (GB), 12-1 Mystic Moment (GB), 18-1 Tex (FR), 22-1 Wield (GB), 28-1 H Key Lails (GB), Independent Expert (IRE)
TIMEFORM SUMMARY
Not so competitive as the numbers suggest and James Fanshawe’s improving MR WRITER is fancied to make light of a 4lb rise for a recent Leicester victory and bag a third success from his last 4 starts Havana Blue is feared most on the back of a good C&D second ahead of Be Frank and King of War.
1.MR WRITER (IRE) 2.HAVANA BLUE 3.BE FRANK R E S U LT
1 2 3 4
8 BE FRANK
Trainer: Ian Williams
Jockey: Billy Loughnane
Race 6
5 .1 2
PM
T H E SO DE XO LI VE ! FI LL IE S’ HA ND IC AP STA K E S
( C L A S S 4)
Five furlongs (5f) (1,000 metres)
For three year olds and upwards fillies and mares
Advertised Total Prize Fund £25650. Owners Prize Money: 1st £10591, 2nd £5297, 3rd £2647, 4th £1324, 5th £662. (Penalty Value £13425.20) Weights raised 3lb and Paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
See page 47 for conditions of this race.
Sodexo Live! will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey as well as £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
1 TOOLATETONEGOTIATE (GB) (39)
Gr f Havana Grey - Toolatetodelegate (Delegator) Dr aw 1
Owner: Miss Daisy Hitchins
Trainer: Daisy Hitchins, Sherborne
Breeder: Bloodstock Ltd
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 9 13 Form: 343210 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Won ordinary affair at Bath over 6f in May but ranpoorly upped in grade atWindsor (11th of 12) in June after a rise in the weights. Plenty more required from this mark even if bouncing back returned to 5f.
TFRHIIII Official BHA Rating 81
2
LADY ROXBY (GB) (42)
B f King of Change - M’Selle (IRE) (Elnadim (USA))
Owner: R.N.J. Partnership
Trainer: Michael Herrington, Willoughton
Breeder: D. R. Tucker
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 9 12
Form: 22-3000 D
Sponsor: Ron Hull Group Of Companies
Dr aw 2 Jack Mitchell
TIMEFORM VIEW Did well last year after joining this yard and started current season with a promising third of 7 at Kempton in April on her return from 6 months Hasn’t kicked on since but has recorded both career wins at 5f and now returns to that trip so merits respect also slipping back down in grade. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 80
3
KILLAVIA (GB) (42)
Gr f Havana Grey - Killermont Street (IRE) (Dream Ahead (USA))
Owner: Mainline Racing
Trainer: Rod Millman, Cullompton
Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
Dr aw 6
Horse Age: 3
Weight: 9 9
Form: 3100-64 D
Sponsor: Millman Racing Club, Rod Millman Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a maiden last July but struggled in better company later that year Shaped as if needing run when returning from 8 months off in May and perhaps wasn’t suited by heavy going when last of 4 at Goodwood last time. Questions to answer but stable in fine form and has a positive jockey booking.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 81
4 PARADISE WALK (IRE) (34)
B f Starman - Lufricia (Kodiac)
Owner: Valmont & New Chelsea
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Dr aw 5
Horse Age: 3
Weight: 9 8
Form: 22-2411 D
Sponsor: R M Beckett Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Comes here following back-to-back wins with the latest coming in handicap company when beating a subsequent winner over this trip at Nottingham in June. 4lb rise to contend with here but she’s the most progressive runner in the field and could well have more to come.
TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 80
5 LARA ANTIPOVA (GB) (28)
B f Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Free Love (Equiano (FR)) Dr aw 4
Owner: Moulton Racing and Mrs A Jordan
Trainer: Tom Clover, Newmarket
Breeder: Free Love Syndicate
Horse Age: 3
Form: 2-214
Weight: 9 7
Sponsor: T Clover Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 3-y-o who won maiden at Lingfield over 6f on all-weather in April before just a respectable fourth of 7 on handicap debut at Newmarket last time, fading late on. Step back to 5f could help but needs to resume her progression.
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 79
Oliver Carmichael (7)
Oisin Murphy
Hector Crouch
David Egan
6DESERT TREASURE (GB) (20)
B f Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Sandreamer (IRE) (Oasis Dream)
Owner: Jon and Julia Aisbitt
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
Breeder: Jon and Julia Aisbitt
Dr aw 7 Tom
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 96 Form: 11-00 D
TIMEFORM VIEW In excellent hands and looked a useful prospect when winning both 2-y-o outings but has been modest in handicaps both starts since returning from a 10-month absence so has something to prove TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 78
7DANDY MAGIC (IRE) (4)
Ch f Dandy Man (IRE) - Magic Mirror (Dutch Art) Dr aw 8
Owner: Summerstorm Bloodstock Ltd
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Ballyhane
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 92 Form: 300444 D
Sponsor: Chris’s House
TIMEFORM VIEW Northern raider who is a habitual slow starter but she is now back down to last winning mark and has a major upgrade in the saddle with Loughnane taking over from a claimer Not without hope if getting a strong enough pace to chase back down to 5f TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 70
8CAREFREE DREAM (GB) (20)
B f Dream Ahead (USA) - Blithe Spirit (Byron)
Owner: Mr W. Hamer
Trainer: J. S. Moore, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Llety Farms
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 812 Form: 0-05224 D
Sponsor: The Injured Jockeys Fund, Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Onlywononcebutgoodeffortsinhandicapslast3starts,finishingsecondtwiceinarowatGoodwoodover 5f in June before creditable 4th of 11 over 6f at Leicester 20 days ago. Now drops back to 5f with place claims TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 70
9FANTASY OBSESSOR (GB) (16)
B f Mayson - Fantasy Lover (IRE) (Due Diligence (USA))
Owner: The Fantasy Fellowship
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham
Breeder: The Fantasy Fellowship
Horse Age: 4
Form: 022520
Dr aw 9
Weight: 810
Sponsor: Trade Access Panels Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up 3 times this year but struggling for consistency in lower grades than this and her stable is out of sorts so she comes with risks attached. Now tried in first-time visor and dropped back to 5f TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 64
Visor worn first time by No 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 7. Blinkers worn by No 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1. 2025 Winner: GALAXY ZOO (7-1), J: Rossa Ryan, T: Ralph Beckett
Stewards Note:
FANTASY OBSESSOR: Following its run on 8/7/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 4.00pm (23/07/26)
2-1 Paradise Walk (IRE), 9-2 Lady Roxby (GB), 11-2 Killavia (GB), 7-1 Desert Treasure (GB), Carefree Dream (GB), 8-1 Dandy Magic (IRE), 10-1 Lara Antipova (GB), 16-1 Toolatetonegotiate (GB), 20-1 Fantasy Obsessor (GB)
TIMEFORM SUMMARY
PARADISE WALK has strung together back-to-back wins and looked progressive when narrowly following up at Nottingham over this trip 34 days ago, showing determination to edge ahead close home. She’s worth backing to complete the hat-trick here. Dandy Magic has a notable jockey upgrade and should be running on late, while Lady Roxby merits respect back at 5f
1.PARADISE WALK (IRE) 2.DANDY MAGIC (IRE) 3.LADY ROXBY
Marquand
Saffie Osborne
7 DANDY MAGIC
Trainer: Jim Goldie
Jockey: Billy Loughnane
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Coming up at Ascot
THE DUBAI DUTY FREE SHERGAR CUP & CONCERT
Saturday 8th August
The perfect blend of thrilling entertainment on and off the track
A unique fixture in the global racing calendar, the Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup sees renowned jockeys from around the world join forces to win racing’s ultimate team prize. Find out who will lift the trophy after an exhilarating six-race contest before rounding off the day at the post-racing concert featuring Blue, Boyzlife, B*Witched and Marvin Humes.
Tickets from £45 per person Under 18s go free Group rates available
THE BIG ASCOT FOOD & WINE RACING WEEKEND
Friday 4th & Saturday 5th September
Both days offer a taste sensation alongside fantastic late summer Flat racing. Peruse a range of food stalls, get involved with BBQ displays and marvel at live-cooking demonstrations with Michelin-starred chefs Live music and plenty of tasty food and drink options make this a memorable social event for all to enjoy.
On Friday the racing gets underway with two potentially informative two-year-old races followed later in the card by two Class 2 handicaps Saturday has a competitive card featuring a valuable Heritage Handicap run over a mile-and-a-half
Tickets from £19 per person Under 18s go free Group rates available
THE BETMGM AUTUMN RACING WEEKEND
Friday 2nd & Saturday 3rd October
The action-packed Autumn Racing Weekend & Beer Festival, in association with CAMRA (campaign for Real Ale), offers a spectacle of stamina, speed and skill on the track alongside the opportunity to find a new favourite ale, cider or perry Gather your friends and join us for guaranteed fun and thrilling sport
The Cumberland Lodge and Bengough Stakes headline the Saturday action while the £180,000 BetMGM Challenge Cup is the richest seven-furlong handicap in the UK Friday’s feature is the £100,000 Listed Noel Murless Stakes, a valuable race for young staying horses.
Tickets from £19 per person Under 18s go free Group rates available
8th AUGUST
Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup
4th & 5th SEPTEMBER
The Big Ascot Food & Wine Weekend
2nd & 3rd OCTOBER
BetMGM Autumn Racing Weekend
17th OCTOBER
QIPCO British Champions Day
31st OCTOBER
Fireworks Spectacular Family Raceday
20th & 21st NOVEMBER
Ladbrokes November Racing Weekend
18th & 19th DECEMBER
Howden Christmas Racing Weekend
Today’s officials
ASCOT AUTHORITY (HOLDINGS)
LIMITED BOARD
Sir Francis Brooke Bt. (Chairman and His Majesty’s Representative)
Felicity Barnard
Lady Celina Carter
Ian McGregor CVO
Harry Morley
Jonathan Parker
Lisa Perrin
Nick Smith LVO
STEWARDS
Tony McGlone (Chief Steward)
Rupert Sweeting (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
Nathan Green
Gwen Thomas
Michael Walton
OFFICIALS
Head of Racing and Clerk of the Course
Chris Stickels
Starters
Robert Supple
Kieran O’Shea
Clerk of the Scales
Robert Cuthbert
Handicapper
James Norris
ASCOT RACECOURSE
LIMITED BOARD
Felicity Barnard
Tom Johnson
Ian McGregor CVO
Jonathan Parker
Nick Smith LVO
Sam Thompson
COMPANY SECRETARY
Christopher Collard
Judge
Guy Lewis
Doctors
Dr Peter Johnson
Dr Henry Knott
Dr Guy Mitchell
Dr Ramy Saker
Commentator
Simon Holt
Betting Ring Manager
Andrew Boardley
Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers
Vince McKevitt
Darren Stone
Christine Hannaford
Kelly Corke
Mark Lashly
Race conditions
ASCOT RACECOURSE
BETTING & GAMING
LIMITED BOARD
Felicity Barnard
Christopher Collard
Ian McGregor CVO
Nick Smith LVO
Veterinary Officers
Amy Hawthorn
Katherine Byam-Cook
Sally Taylor
Colin Roberts
Veterinary Surgeons
Simon Knapp CVO BVetmed, BSC, MRCVS
Luca De Angelis DVM, MRCVS
Clive Hamblin BvetMed, MRCVS
Ian Wright BVSc, MRCVS
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Ian McGregor CVO
First Race 2.20 - THE SPORTS4CAUSES OCTOBER CLUB EBF FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13500 to the winning horse The second to receive £6337, the third £3170 and the fourth £1585. for novice two yrs old fillies only, which are E.B.F. eligible. Enter by noon, July 18th and pay £125 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 22nd. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 4lb For each other race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). Sports4Causes have generously sponsored this race and will present mementos to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and award a cash prize of £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. 18 entries at £125 - Closed July 18th, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £10668; Second £5333; Third £2668; Fourth £1333 (Penalty Value £13500) SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.55 - THE FLEXJET PAT EDDERY STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £36861 to the winning horse The second to receive £13975, the third £6994, the fourth £3484, the fifth £1748 and the sixth £877. for two yrs old only. Enter by noon, July 18th and pay £325 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 22nd. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 5lb; fillies 9st Penalties, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Pattern race 5lb. Flexjet has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and award a cash prize of £100 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 Flexjet. 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. 13 entries at £325. - Closed July 18th, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £28964; Second £11889; Third £5948; Fourth £2971; Fifth £1489; Sixth £741 (Penalty Value £36861.50) A SS
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE
Third Race 3.30 - THE JOHN GUEST RACING BROWN JACK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBBPLUS RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15462 to the winning horse The second to receive £7251, the third £3627 and the fourth £1812. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 22nd. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 2lb Penalties, after July 11th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. John Guest has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and award a cash prize of £100 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 John Guest. 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. NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race. 3yos rated 76 and below might be out of the weights. 10 entries at £150. - Closed July 18th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524. (Penalty Value £15462) Weights lowered 12lb. SS SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 4.05 - THE SODEXO LIVE! HANDICAP
STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBBPLUS RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £23193 to the winning horse The second to receive £10876, the third £5440, the fourth £2718, the fifth £1359 and the sixth £679. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £225 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £45 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £180 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 22nd. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb
Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 5lb Penalties, after July 11th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Sodexo has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a £100 cash prize 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 Sodexo 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. NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race. 3yos rated 86 and 87 may be out of the weights. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 11 entries at £225. - Closed July 18th, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £18284; Second £9144; Third £4572; Fourth £2286; Fifth £1143; Sixth £572 (Penalty Value £23193) SS SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.40 - THE CHAPEL DOWN HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13425 to the winning horse The second to receive £6299, the third £3147, the fourth £1574 and the fifth £784. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 22nd. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 11th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Chapel Down has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize of £100 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Chapel Down. 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. 24 entries at £125. - Closed July 18th, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £10591; Second £5297; Third £2647; Fourth £1324; Fifth £662 (Penalty Value £13425.20) SS SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 5.12 - THE SODEXO LIVE! FILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13425 to the winning horse The second to receive £6299, the third £3147, the fourth £1574 and the fifth £784. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 22nd. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after July 11th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Sodexo have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and in addition award a cash prize of £100 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 Sodexo 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. 13 entries at £125. - Closed July 18th, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £10591; Second £5297; Third £2647; Fourth £1324; Fifth £662 (Penalty Value £13425.20) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.
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HORSE WELFARE
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ABANDONMENT POLICY
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
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In the event of an abandonment there is no need to contact us, we will be in touch with next steps and any required actions.
HBLB
The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) has allocated £77.1m in prize money for 2026. Since 2000 HBLB has invested £1.5bn in prize money to support the British horseracing industry.
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