Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0%
SATURDAY 9TH MAY 2026
Official Programme £5.00
Welcome
Welcome to the second day of the Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% May Racing Weekend.
It is an exciting time of year as the Flat season went up a gear last weekend with the first Classics being run at Newmarket Bow Echo was particularly impressive in the 2,000 Guineas and we cannot wait to see him reappear in the St James’s Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot. The 1,000 Guineas winner, True Love, won the Queen Mary Stakes last year and it was great to hear that she will bid for further Royal Ascot glory in the Coronation Stakes
Meanwhile, at Royal Ascot Trials Day last week, the likes of Adaay Of Scarlett, Coppull and Jonquil won well and we look forward to seeing them back here next month.
This is our last raceday before Royal Ascot and there is over £295,000 of prize money on offer across the seven-race card. We thank Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% for their sponsorship of this weekend, as well as four races on today’s card. We are also very grateful to race sponsors Carey Group and Mariner Systems for their support.
The feature race is the £100,000 Carey Group Victoria Cup over seven furlongs, which is always a thrilling contest Last year, Hickory got up right in the nick of time to pip Qirat at the post – the former would win again at Ascot in September whilst Qirat went on to cause a huge shock when winning the Group 1 Sussex Stakes at Goodwood. It should be another exciting renewal today with Hickory and 2024 winner, The Wizard Of Eye, both bidding to become the first dual winner of the race since it was first run at Ascot in 1963.
Off the track, we are delighted to welcome the winners and runners-up from the annual Royal Ascot Local Schools Art Competition to the racecourse. They will be presented with their prizes and have a group photo in the parade ring after the Royal Ascot Local Schools Art Competition Handicap Stakes at 3.30pm.
We hope you enjoy your day and look forward to welcoming you back here for the Royal Meeting in just over five weeks.
Yours sincerely
Sir Francis Brooke Bt.
His
Majesty’s Representative & Chairman
01 WELCOME 06-07
FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND 10
HOW TO READ THE RACING PAGES 11
TODAY’S SPONSORS 20-21
AWAY RACING -LINGFIELD OAKS TRIAL 28-29
AWAY RACING -LINGFIELD DERBY TRIAL 31-35
RACING POST SMARTVIEW VICTORIA CUP 43
EQUINE & HUMAN WELFARE 48-49
ROYAL ASCOT LOCAL SCHOOLS ART COMPETITION 62-63
TODAY’S OFFICIALS & RACE CONDITIONS 64 GENERAL INFORMATION
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PAGES 16-18
1st Race 1.10pm
RACING PAGES
Your guide to all of today’s races
The Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% Handicap Stakes
Today’s opener is a six furlong Novice Stakes which is restricted to two-year-olds 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. Weights are set according to sex before previous winners are allocated penalties depending on the level at which they have been successful.
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2nd Race 1.45pm
The Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% British EBF Fillies’ Handicap Stakes
This race is a one mile handicap race for three-year-old fillies and upwards, rated between 0-100 Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 6lb
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3rd Race 2.20pm
The Carey Group Victoria Cup (Heritage Handicap)
Our feature race is a seven furlong heritage handicap and is for four-year-olds and upwards. The majority of handicaps are designed for horses from a specific ratings band but this particular race has no rating restrictions attached to it which allows horses with a higher rating to take part Despite having no rating restrictions attached to it the higher rated horses must still concede weight to their lower rated rivals, which tend to make open handicaps very competitive races
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4th Race 2.55pm
The Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% Italy Handicap Stakes
Our fourth race is a one mile and four furlong handicap race for four-year-olds 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
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5th Race 3.30pm
The Royal Ascot Local Schools Art Competition Handicap Stakes
This race is a one mile and two furlong handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 71 to 90 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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6th Race 4.05pm
The Mariner Systems Fillies’ Handicap Stakes
The sixth contest is a one mile and two furlong handicap that has been designed for three-year-olds and upwards which are rated between 66 and 85 However, horses officially rated in excess of 85 are also eligible to take part The conditions of this race stipulate that the maximum weight to be carried by a horse rated 85 would be 10st 2lb, so should a horse rated 87 be entered to run, they would be asked to carry 2lb more than the top weight.
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7th Race 4.40pm
The Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% Blue Handicap Stakes
Our finale is a six furlong handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 61 to 80 Like all handicaps on today’s card this means that should a horse rated 75 take part they would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 70.
Off the track
IL FRESCO DI PERONI
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MEET
OUR FLAT RACING EQUINE AMBASSADOR, SIDE GLANCEOR “SIDEY”!
A familiar face at Ascot, he raced here 10 times, winning twice and placing four times, including a third behind Frankel in the Group 1 Queen Anne Stakes at Royal Ascot. Across his career, Sidey won 8 races, claimed a Group 1 victory in Australia, placed fourth in the Dubai World Cup, and earned over £1.7 million before retiring in 2015
SOFT PLAY
Little ones can have plenty of fun in our soft play area within the grandstand concourse.
THE GOLDEN GUESS
Correctly guess the winner of today’s chosen race to be in with a chance of winning Fine Dining or tickets for an upcoming raceday. All winners can also enjoy a bottle of Moët & Chandon Impérial Champagne. Over 18s only
LIVE MUSIC AFTER RACING
Join us at the Bandstand from 5pm until 6.30pm as Ultimate Power take to the stage for an electrifying performance. Expect high-energy entertainment, with a set packed full of crowd favourites and feel-good hits
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.
ASCOT SUPPORTS SENSORY ROOM
For u16s with neuro-diverse 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
Key to symbols
Entry Point
Cash Machine
Cloakroom & Left Luggage
Grandstand Entrances First Aid Point
King Edward VII Enclosure racegoers are invited to enjoy facilities on Level 4 of the Grandstand.
Car Park 2
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 ON THE GO
Horsewalk Bar & Kitchen by Silent Pool Gin
This menu features a delectable selection of Burgers, Chicken Shawarma (plant-based alternatives available), Salmon Poke Bowls and more. Hot drinks are also available.
BARS
& Bridle
Select from a range of cocktails curated for Ascot’s flat season, as well as a range of alcohol-free options
on 4
Serving coffees presented by Lavazza, assorted teas, and a range of sandwiches, pastries, and cakes
Named after legendary racehorse, Frankel, this bar serves a selection of Champagne, wine, beers,spirits and soft drinks also available.
Bit
Cocktail Bar
Frankel Bar
Lavazza
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.
ON THE GO
Front Runner Grill
Enjoy a selection of smashed burgers at one of Ascot’s most popular eateries, located on the Concourse, a stone’s throw from the Parade Ring with great access to trackside.
BARS
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 available.
Pizza & Co
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.
Millennium
Named after a racing superstar, this bar, located on the Grandstand Concourse, will be serving beer, wine, spirits, and alcohol-free options.
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
WHERE TO EAT AND DRINK
Choisir
Dubai
How to read the racing pages
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KYPRIOS (IRE) (34)
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.
Ryan Moore
Today’s sponsors
Ascot would like to take this opportunity to thank today’s race sponsors for their generous support.
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Today we are delighted to welcome the winners and runners up of the Royal Ascot Local Schools Competition who join us today for a celebratory tea and who have been given the honour of judging the best turned out horse for the 3.30pm race. This community initiative received over 1,680 entries from across 34 schools and gives local children the opportunity to see their artwork displayed in the Ascot Heath Tunnel.
Mariner Systems (UK) Ltd is a market leader in the design, manufacture and supply of type approved computer hardware systems to the commercial maritime market We have established a strong track record of offering proven solutions to our worldwide customers since 1997
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
NOVICE STAKE S
(CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
Six furlongs (6f) (1,200 metres)
For novice two year olds
Advertised Total Prize Fund £25000 Owners Prize Money: 1st £10668, 2nd £5333, 3rd £2668, 4th £1333 (Penalty Value £13500) Weights raised 3lb and Paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
See page 62 for conditions of this race.
Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% 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) (-)
Ch c Dubawi (IRE) - Snow Lantern (Frankel)
Owner: Rockcliffe Stud
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Rockcliffe Stud
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 7 Form:
Sponsor: James Hambro & Partners Llp
TIMEFORM VIEW Dubawi colt Dam 1m (Falmouth Stakes) winner out of 4-time Group 1 winner up to 1m (2-y-o 6f/7f winner) Sky Lantern, who stayed 1 1/4m. From a superb family and got to be respected.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -
2 CUBAN HEELS (GB) (-)
Ch c Havana Grey - Dancing Vega (IRE) (Lope de Vega (IRE))
Owner: Mr M. Bastard
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Breeder: Stone Roses Bloodstock
Horse Age: 2
Weight: 9 7 Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW 100,000 gns yearling, Havana Grey colt Dam, 2-y-o 1m winner, half-sister to smart 1m-1 1/4m winner Sky Kingdom out of New Zealand Group 1 1m winner We Can Say It Now. Appealing newcomer for top yard
3 JAIJAI (GB) (-)
B c Hello Youmzain (FR) - Oh Beautiful (Galileo (IRE))
Owner: Mr Arjun Waney
Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Breeder: Silfield Bloodstock
TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
Dr aw 2
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 7
Form:
Sponsor: Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW 70,000 gns foal, 155,000 gns yearling, Hello Youmzain colt Half-brother to several winners, including 6.5f winner Okeeheelee and 7f winner Beautiful Sky, both in France. Plenty of yard’s 2-y-os have been showing up well. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -
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KEEP KICKING ON (IRE) (-)
Ch c Persian Force (IRE) - Pavlopetri (IRE) (Danehill Dancer (IRE))
Owner: Paul & Clare Rooney
Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford
Breeder: M. & M. Butler
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 7
Form:
Sponsor: Clive Cox Racing Limited
Dr aw 9 Rob
TIMEFORM VIEW €25,000 foal, €85,000 yearling, Persian Force colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including winner up to 6f Threebagsfull and winner up to 1m Innvincible Friend. Appealing newcomer TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -
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KING OF MONTENEGRO (IRE) (12)
B c Earthlight (IRE) - Peace Trail (Kyllachy)
Owner: Montenegro Racing
Trainer: Brian Meehan, Manton
Breeder: Mr Pat Turley
Dr aw 1
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 7
Form: 5
Sponsor: Sirecam Europe
TIMEFORM VIEW £25,000 yearling, Earthlight colt Half-brother to 6f winner Sacred Falls Dam, 2-y-o 6f/7f winner, half-sister to very smart 5f-1m winner Belvoir Bay. Showed a bit without being sharp enough to keep up late on debut at Bath (5.7f, 11/2) a fortnight ago. Vulnerable. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -
Billy Loughnane
Sean Levey
Hornby
David Egan
STALLS: CENTRE
6 NIGHT IN VEGAS (IRE) (-)
B c Lucky Vega (IRE) - Strait Power (IRE) (Rock of Gibraltar (IRE))
Owner: Kennet Valley Syndicates VI
Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury
Breeder: Mountarmstrong Stud
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 7 Form: Sponsor: All Angels
TIMEFORM VIEW 60,000 gns yearling, Lucky Vega colt Half-brother to several winners, including useful winner up to 6f Shepherds Way and winner up to 6f Brummell. Dam unraced. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -
7 ROMANZA (GB) (-)
B c Frankel - Con Te Partiro (USA) (Scat Daddy (USA))
Owner: Mr P. Hickman
Trainer: Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket
Breeder: The Con Te Partiro Partnership
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 7 Form: Sponsor: Fitzdares
TIMEFORM VIEW 160,000 gns Frankel colt Dam, winner up to 1m, half-sister to smart US 8.5f winner Donworth. The stable had a couple of first-time-out 2-y-o winners last month so a market move for this one would be interesting. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -
8 THUNDER HOME (IRE) (-)
B c Night of Thunder (IRE) - Accommodate (IRE) (Acclamation)
Owner: Mr Saeed Suhail
Trainer: James Horton, Newmarket
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 7 Form:
Dr aw 6 P.
TIMEFORM VIEW Night of Thunder colt Half-brother to winner up to 8.6fCommander of Life (2-y-o 6f winner, by Invincible Spirit). Dam, 2-y-o 7f winner, sister to smart 7f winner Daban and half-sister to smart winner up to 1m Thikriyaat. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -
9 TRUST YOURSELF (IRE) (-)
B c Showcasing - Tarroob (Pivotal) Dr aw 3
Owner: Mr A. Dale
Trainer: James Tate, Newmarket
Breeder: Orchardstown Farms Ltd
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 7 Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW 42,000 gns foal, 62,000 gns yearling, Showcasing colt Dam, 1 1/4m winner, half-sister to useful winner up to 7f Jabaara. Highly respected on debut TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -
10 VICTORY GOLD (IRE) (-)
B c Space Blues (IRE) - Jollify (IRE) (Manduro (GER))
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: Saeed bin Suroor, Newmarket
Breeder: Godolphin
Horse Age: 2 Weight: 9 7 Form:
Sponsor: Emirates
Dr aw 7 Oisin Murphy
TIMEFORM VIEW Space Blues colt Dam, useful French 11f/1 1/2m winner, half-sister to very smart 10.5f-2m winner Litigant. Trainer doesn’t have too many 2-y-os these days but his 3-y-o newcomers in recent weeks both won. Interesting. TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating -
2025 Winner: MILITARY CODE (8-11), J: William Buick, T: Charlie Appleby
BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 4.00pm (09/05/26)
11-4 Cuban Heels (GB), 3-1 Victory Gold (IRE), 5-1 Jaijai (GB), 13-2 Romanza (GB), 8-1 Keep Kicking On (IRE), 9-1 Trust Yourself (IRE), 11-1 Night In Vegas (IRE), 14-1 Alfred Wallace (GB), 22-1 Thunder Home (IRE), 33-1 King of Montenegro (IRE)
TIMEFORM SUMMARY
This novice usually produces some good ones and the newcomers will come to the fore, with VICTORY GOLD perhaps the most interesting given Godolphin’s fine record in the race. Cuban Heels and Jaijai are a couple of the other more appealing sorts before the all-important betting clues.
J. McDonald
James Doyle
Results
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CUBAN HEELS
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden
Jockey: Billy Loughnane
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1. 28PM
THE WILLIAM HILL OA KS TRIAL FILLIE S’ STAKE S
(CLA SS 1) (LISTED RACE )
One mile three furlongs about 133 yards (turf) (11f abt 133yds) (Approx 2,300 metres) For three year old fillies
Advertised Total Prize Fund £60000. Owners Prize Money: 1st £26736, 2nd £10974, 3rd £5490, 4th £2742, 5th £1374. (Penalty Value £34026) A SS
Horse
1
AMORA QUEEN (GER) (14)
B f Waldgeist - Amona (IRE) (Aussie Rules (USA))
Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Breeder: Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 2
Form: 110-2 BF
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
Dr aw 2
TIMEFORM VIEW Won her first 2 starts. Ran no sort of race in the Fillies’ Mile at Newmarket on final 2-y-o starts but resumed her progression when second of 6 in handicap at Doncaster (1 1/4m, good to firm) on reappearance 2 weeks ago. Might be vulnerable stepping back up in class, though. TFRHH Official BHA Rating 93
2 BLOOM (IRE) (14)
B f Wootton Bassett - Laburnum (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
Owner: Mrs John Magnier,Mr M.Tabor & Mr D.Smith
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
Breeder: Coolmore
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 2 Form: 01-3
Dr aw 5 Tom Marquand
TIMEFORM VIEW Wootton Bassett filly who won 16-runner Gowran maiden (1m) last September Improved again when 3 3/4 lengths third of 7 to Thundering On in Group 3 at Navan (1 1/4m, good) on reappearance 14 days ago. Ryan Moore on yard’s other runner but she looks capable of better again. TFRHHHH Official BHA Rating 99
3 CAME O (IRE) (36)
B f Wootton Bassett - Zagitova (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
Owner: M Tabor/D Smith/Mrs J Magnier/Westerberg
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
Breeder: Coolmore
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 2 Form: 0314-5
Dr aw 1 Ryan Moore
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 7f maiden at the Curragh last autumn. Has come up short in 2 Group races over 1m since but her pedigree points to this much longer trip suiting and it’s interesting that Ryan Moore is on her rather than Bloom.
TFRHHH Official BHA Rating 95
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PRIZELAND (GB) (2 5)
B f Territories (IRE) - Sensationally (Montjeu (IRE))
Owner: Mrs M. E. Wates
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Breeder: Meon Valley Stud
Horse Age: 3
Weight: 9 2
Form: 41-1 CD
Sponsor: (Mr Michael Wates) Langton Stud
Dr aw 4
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort who has won All-Weather novices at Kempton (1m) and this course (1 1/2m) 5 months apart. Had 8 lengths to spare here and looks useful.
TFRHHH Official BHA Rating 85
5 ROMANTIC SYMPHONY (IRE) (31)
B f Dubawi (IRE) - Rumh (GER) (Monsun (GER))
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket
Breeder: Godolphin
Dr aw 3
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 2
Form: 1-1
Sponsor: Emirates
TIMEFORM VIEW Dubawi sister to high-class winner up to 2m Yibir, very smart winner up to 1 1/4m Wild Illusion and smart 1 1/2m winner Wild Crusade. Two novice wins suggest she’s capable living up to her illustrious pedigree and selected to take the step up in class in her stride.
TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 92
2025 Winner: GISELLE (IRE) (30-100), J: Ryan Moore, T: Aidan O’Brien
BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 2.00pm (08/05/26)
13-8 Romantic Symphony (IRE), 10-3 Cameo (IRE),9-2 Bloom (IRE), 9-2 Prizeland (GB), 17-2 Amora Queen (GER)
David Probert
William Buick
TIMEFORM SUMMARY
The fact ROMANTIC SYMPHONY has gone off at odds on when winning both her starts suggests this very well-bred filly is highly regarded and she can remain unbeaten stepping up in class. Bloom has been deserted by Ryan Moore but this recent Navan Group 3 third might still be the one to give Charlie Appleby’s charge most to think about
1. ROMANTIC SYMPHONY (IRE) 2. BLOOM (IRE) 3. CAMEO (IRE)
Race 2
1. 45PM THE PERONI NASTRO AZZURRO 0.0%
BRITISH EBF FILLIE S’ HANDICAP STAKE S (CLASS
2)
One mile, Straight Mile (8f) (1,600 metres)
For three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares
Advertised Total Prize Fund £50000 Owners Prize Money: 1st £20315, 2nd £10160, 3rd £5080, 4th £2540, 5th £1270, 6th £635. (Penalty Value £25770) Weights raised 11lbs and Paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
See page 63 for conditions of this race.
Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey as well as £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
1 ZGHARTA (IRE) (218)
B f Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Broadway Duchess (IRE) (New Approach (IRE))
Owner: Mr Imad Alsagar
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Breeder: The Broadway Partnership
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 12 Form: 210540Sponsor: Blue Diamond Stud Farm
TIMEFORM VIEW Ghaiyyath filly who progressed in handicaps in last season after landing 1 1/4m Newmarket maiden in May.
Suffered a below-par run when eleventh in Listed race at Saint-Cloud (1m) final run. Sort to improve again in 2026 TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 89
2 ALOBAYYAH (GB) (207)
B f Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Aquatinta (GER) (Samum (GER))
Owner: Salhia Stud Limited
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
aw 2
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 12 Form: 1/05- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Ghaiyyath filly who looked a good prospect when making a winning debut in Yarmouth maiden in October 2024 Eighth in Sandown Group 3 in August but only fifth when odds-on for Newcastle novice final run. Could still do better now going handicapping. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 89
3 RADIANT BEAUTY (GB) (42)
B m Churchill (IRE) - Main Desire (IRE) (High Chaparral (IRE))
Owner: Mr & Mrs S & D Turner
Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket
Breeder: Branton Court Stud LLP
Dr aw 9
Horse Age: 5
Weight: 9 10
Form: 14113-6 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed well when a four-time winner (around 7f/1m) in 2025. Resumed from 6 months off with a good sixth of 11 in Listed race at Kempton (1m) 42 days ago Not out of things back in handicap company.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 87
4 BELLA PERLA (IRE) (169)
Ch f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Last Pearl (Sepoy (AUS))
Owner: Mr and Mrs P Whight and T Clover
Trainer: Tom Clover, Newmarket
Breeder: Godolphin
Dr aw 10
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 9 8
Form: 410113- D
Sponsor: T Clover Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Improving Night Of Thunder filly who bagged a third success in 1m handicap at Lingfield and signed off for Simon & Ed Crisford with a very good third of 10 at Southwell (1m) later in November. Can’t be discounted for her new yard after a break.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 85
5 ELECTRIFARHH (GB) (42)
B f Farhh - Electrify (IRE) (Invincible Spirit (IRE))
Owner: Miss Yvonne Jacques
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Carisbrooke Stud
Dr aw 1
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 9 7
Form: 41/2-0 D
Sponsor: Carisbrooke Stud LLP
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed 1m Kempton novice in October 2024 Only twice raced since but not discredited on her handicap debut when seventh of 9 there (7f) 42 days ago. Still low mileage but others look better treated at these weights, however.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 84
Billy Loughnane
James Doyle
David Egan
Kieran Shoemark
STALLS: CENTRE
6 SONG N DANCE (GB) (34)
B f Bated Breath - Poets Dance (Poet’s Voice)
Owner: Mrs J. E. Wallsgrove
Trainer: S. P. C. Woods, Newmarket
Breeder: Joyce Wallsgrove
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 7 Form: 36211-2 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended 2025 with back-to-back 7f/1m wins Leicester and Newcastle. Took another step forward from a 7Ib higher mark when a strong-travelling second of 6 at Southwell (1m) on her return last month. Weighted to go close nudged up 2lb TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 84
7 JANNAS JOURNEY (IRE) (27)
B m Sioux Nation (USA) - Dancing Cosmos (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE))
Owner: Mr James Mearns Long
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Thistle Bloodstock Limited
aw 8
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 4 Form: 3620-00 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 7 races in a remarkable 2-month spell last summer Yet to fire in a pair of 7f/1m Musselburgh handicaps this spring, but not best drawn when ninth on latter occasion and her mark is easing. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 81
8
QUAMBY (IRE) (157)
B f Sea The Moon (GER) - Candiland (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))
Owner: Halo Racing Services
Trainer: David Simcock, Newmarket
Breeder: J. C. Bloodstock
aw 7
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 3
Form: 05/233-
Sponsor: David Simcock Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who took a step forward on her handicap bow when third of 9 at Lingfield (1 1/4m) in December No forlorn hope off the same mark
9
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 80
DEEDAYDIVA (IRE) (21)
B f Churchill (IRE) - Rockstar Night (IRE) (Fastnet Rock (AUS)) Dr aw 4
Owner: Lynne MacLennan & John J Murray
Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle
Breeder: Knocktoran Stud & G. Fox
Horse Age: 3
Form: 31-3
Weight: 8 12
Sponsor: Goodwin Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Ready winner of 7f Sandown maiden last August and reappeared with a good third of 12 in 1m novice at Nottingham 21 days ago. Could have more to offer now going handicapping for her in-form handler
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 88
10 POLITELY (GB) (22)
B f Advertise - Courtesy (Uncle Mo (USA))
Owner: Ailesbury Court
Trainer: Martyn Meade, Manton
Breeder: Mantonbury Stud
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 8 10 Form: 05-11 D
Sponsor: Hadleigh Real Property Ltd
Dr aw 3 Saffie Osborne
TIMEFORM VIEW Little show at 2yrs but a different model this spring with impressive all-weather wins (around 1m) in Lingfield maiden and Wolverhampton handicap Sort to go on improving so she’s not taken lightly back on turf in her hat-trick bid. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 86
Hood worn by No 1.
2025 Winner: RAINBOWS EDGE (10-3), J: William Buick, T: John & Thady Gosden
Stewards Note:
ALOBAYYAH: Following its run on 14/10/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed under pressure.
BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 4.00pm (09/05/26)
10-3 Zgharta (IRE), 11-2 Politely (GB), 13-2 Alobayyah (GB), 7-1 Deedaydiva (IRE), 16-1 Quamby (IRE), 15-2 Radiant Beauty (GB), 17-2 Song N Dance (GB), 12-1 Electrifarhh (GB), 14-1 Bella Perla (IRE), 25-1 Jannas Journey (IRE)
TIMEFORM SUMMARY
It’s hard to rule out any of these but SONG N DANCE impressed on her return when a sweet-travelling runner-up at Southwell and this progressive filly edges the vote from the hat-trick seeking Politely Both Zgharta and Deedaydiva could have more to offer in 2026 and need considering too.
Daniel Tudhope
Lauren Young (5)
Callum Rodriguez
Sean Levey
1 ZGHARTA
Trainer: Andrew Balding
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
LINGFIELD PARK
1. 58PM
THE WILLIAM HILL LINGFIELD DERBY TRIAL STAKE S
(CLA SS 1) (LISTED RACE )
One mile three furlongs abouy 133 yards (turf) (11f abt 133yds) (Approx 2,300 metres) For three year old colts and geldings
Advertised Total Prize Fund £60000. Owners Prize Money: 1st £26736, 2nd £10974, 3rd £5490, 4th £2742, 5th £1374, 6th £684 (Penalty Value £34026) A SS
1 A TASTE OF GLORY (GER) (50)
B c Soldier Hollow - Aothea (GER) (Areion (GER))
Owner: Green Team Racing
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Breeder: Gestut Auenquelle
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 2
Form: 4410-1 C
Sponsor: Green Team Racing Stable
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved to win a Brighton maiden last October and having been flying too high in the Group 1 Criterium de Saint-Cloud on his final juvenile start, resumed progress with a handicap debut success over 1 1/4m on the all-weather here. Likely to struggle back up in grade, though.
2 BA LZAC (GER) (1 1)
B c Japan - Brit Wit (High Chaparral (IRE))
Owner: Mrs Jane Chapple-Hyam
Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket
Breeder: Gunther Schmidt
TFR Official BHA Rating 84
Dr aw 2
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 2 Form: 3-13
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to connections’ smart winner up to 1 1/2m Claymore, he confirmed the promise of his debut third behind Maltese Cross when successful at Kempton on return. Showed improved form when third in the Blue Riband at Epsom last time. Has the scope to progress again upped in trip
TFR Official BHA Rating 97
3 BAY OF BRILLIANCE (GB) (194)
Ch c New Bay - Incroyable (USA) (Singspiel (IRE))
Owner: Valmont
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
Breeder: C&S Bloodstock Ltd & KT Bloodstock
Dr aw 1
Horse Age: 3
Weight: 9 2 Form: 511-
Sponsor: R M Beckett Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a smart stayer in the making when landing a double with ease at Redcar on final juvenile start He’s in excellent hands and with the step up in trip expected to suit, could improve again in his bid for a hat-trick TFR Official BHA Rating 97
4 ISAAC NEWTON (IRE) (2 4)
B c Camelot - Etive (USA) (Elusive Quality (USA))
Owner: D.Smith,Mrs J.Magnier,M.Tabor,Westerberg
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
Breeder: Camas Park, Lynch Bages & Summerhill
Horse Age: 3
Form: 2154-4
Weight: 9 2
TIMEFORM VIEW Camelot colt got off the mark in a valuable Glorious Goodwood maiden and ended his 2-y-o season with a useful fourth in the Group 1 Criterium de Saint-Cloud. Expected to be sharper for his reappearance fourth in Listed company at Newmarket and merits plenty of respect upped in trip by powerful yard TFR Official BHA Rating 106
5 MAHO BAY ( GB ) (2 3)
B c Dubawi (IRE) - La Pelosa (IRE) (Dandy Man (IRE))
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket
Breeder: Godolphin
Horse Age: 3
Form: 1-1
Sponsor: Emirates
Dr aw 6
Weight: 9 2
TIMEFORM VIEW Striking debut success at Kempton was backed up by the clock and was again most impressive when making it 2-2 in a Newmarket novice on return. Interesting to see how he copes with a markedly different track, but nevertheless remains a fine prospect, with scope for significant improvement to come. TFR Official BHA Rating 104
6 MALTE SE CROS S (FR) (2 2)
B c Sea The Stars (IRE) - Nabatea (GER) (Camelot)
Owner: Mr George Waud
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
Breeder: Ecurie Du Sud & Ecurie Gribomont
Horse Age: 3
Form: 21-1
Dr aw 3
Weight: 9 2
TIMEFORM VIEW Son of Sea The Stars went one better than on debut in a strong Newmarket maiden last September and needed every inch of 1 1/4m to follow up in a valuable novice at Newbury on reappearance. Sure to appreciate the longer trip and looks a potentially smart one for his excellent yard
TFR Official BHA Rating 96
Silvestre De Sousa
William Buick
Tom Marquand
2025 Winner: PUPPET MASTER (IRE) (4-5), J: Ryan Moore, T: Aidan O’Brien
BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 2.00pm (08/05/26)
13-8 Maho Bay (GB), 5-2 Maltese Cross (FR), 7-2 Isaac Newton (IRE), 11-2 Bay of Brilliance (GB), 22-1 Balzac (GER), 33-1 A Taste of Glory (GER)
TIMEFORM SUMMARY
An interesting Derby trial, despite a small field, and Godolphin’s exciting prospect MAHO BAY may extend his winning sequence. The dangers are headed by Aidan O’Brien’s Isaac Newton, who may prove a different proposition over a longer trip with a run under his belt, while hat-trick seeking Maltese Cross could be smart and will relish the extra distance.
1. MAHO BAY
2. ISAAC NEWTON (IRE)
3. MALTESE CROSS (FR)
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1 WITCH HUNTER
Trainer: Richard Hannon
Jockey: Sean Levey
2 GOLDEN MIND
Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey
3
ROYAL ZABEEL
Trainer: Michael Appleby
4 TEN POUNDS
Trainer: Joey Ramsden
5 COMPLETELY RANDOM
Trainer: Harry Charlton
6
THE WIZARD OF EYE
Trainer: Tom Clover
Jockey: Warren Fentiman
Jockey: Jason Watson
7 POPMASTER
Trainer: Ed Walker
SERENGETI
Trainer: Mike Murphy
Jockey: Andrea Pinna
Jockey:
Jockey: Neil Callan
Jockey: P J Mcdonald
Jockey: Rob Hornby
9
GREAT ACCLAIM
Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton
Jockey: Charles Bishop
Trainer: James Owen
Jockey: Paddy Bradley
Trainer: David O’Meara
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Trainer: Edward Bethell
13 HICKORY
Trainer: Jamie Osborne
Jockey: Callum Rodriguez
Jockey: Saffie Osborne
MINISTER
Trainer: Hamad Al Jehani Jockey: James Doyle
Trainer: Edward Bethell
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden
SO DARN HOT
Trainer: Ed Walker
Jockey: Jack Mitchell
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Jockey: Kieran Shoemark
18 STAR ANTHEM
Trainer: Clive Cox
Jockey: Harry Davies
TRIBAL CHIEF
Trainer: David Menuisier
Trainer: Kevin Philippart De Foy
Trainer: Michael Appleby
22 JORDAN ELECTRICS
Trainer: Jim Goldie
MORTE POINT
Trainer: William Muir & Chris Grassick
Jockey: Billy Loughnane
Jockey: David Egan
Trainer: Michael Herrington
Jockey: Alistair Rawlinson
Trainer: Stuart Williams
Jockey:
Jockey: Lewis Edmunds
Jockey: Dylan Hogan
Jockey: Marco Ghiani
Trainer: Ian Williams
Jockey: Edward Greatrex
27 STORM FREE
Trainer: James Tate Jockey: Clifford Lee
28 AALTO
Trainer: Ian Williams
Jockey: Nicola Currie ABILITY
29 JUMBY
Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton
Jockey: Oliver Carmichael
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Race 3
2. 20PM THE CAREY GROUP
VICTORIA CUP (CLA SS 2 HERITAG E HANDICAP)
Seven furlongs (7f) (1,400 metres)
For four year olds and upwards
Advertised Total Prize Fund £100000 Owners Prize Money: 1st £40630, 2nd £20320, 3rd £10160, 4th £5080, 5th £2540, 6th £1270 (Penalty Value £51540) Weights raised 2lb and Paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 7 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 SS
Carey Group will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey as well as £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
See Page 63 For conditions of this race. No Horse Draw Jockey
1 WITCH HUNTER (FR) (36)
B g Siyouni (FR) - Sorciere (IRE) (Orpen (USA)) Dr aw 9
Owner: Mr William Stobart
Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Breeder: Petra Bloodstock Agency Ltd
Horse Age: 7 Weight: 9 12 Form: 3-51400 CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Won the Buckingham Palace over C&D at 2023 Royal Ascot. Proved he’s still capable of running to a smart level when winning at Newcastle in January Hasn’t been in the same form in 3 subsequent outings, although he was left with too much to do when ninth of 14 back at Newcastle on Good Friday.
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 103
2 GOLDEN MIND (IRE) (35)
B g Galileo Gold - Sagely (IRE) (Frozen Power (IRE))
Owner: Aidan J Ryan & partner
Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Dr aw 23
Horse Age: 5
Weight: 9 12 Form: 0001-02 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Form is a bit up and down but smart handicapper on his day, including 3 wins last year and also fourth in the International over C&D. Left disappointing reappearance behind when second of 10 in handicap at Musselburgh (7f, soft) 35 days ago.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 103
3 ROYAL ZABEEL (IRE) (35)
B g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Lady’s Maid (USA) (More Than Ready (USA))
Owner: The Horse Watchers 9
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Dr aw 10
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 11
Form: 1001-04 D
Sponsor: Timeform
TIMEFORM VIEW 5-y-o who boasts a fine record on all-weather, proving better than ever when registering a second success in Listed company at Southwell (6f) in November One of best turf efforts when fourth of 10 at Musselburgh (7f, soft) 5 weeks ago TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 102
4 TEN POUNDS (IRE) (14)
B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Lady Fashion (Oasis Dream)
Owner: Valmont
Trainer: Joey Ramsden, Newark
Breeder: Glenvale Stud & Edgeridge Ltd
Dr aw 29
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 10
Form: 341-400 D
Sponsor: Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW A smart 6f/7f winner (also third in last year’s Wokingham here) for Harry Charlton. Started for new yard with a solid Southwell fourth in January but has failed to build on it twice since, although there were excuses at Leicester last time.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 101
5 COMPLETELY RANDOM (GB) (23)
Gr g Havana Grey - Random Success (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))
Owner: Paul Inglett and Beckhampton
Trainer: Harry Charlton, Beckhampton
Breeder: Beckhampton & Inglett
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 9
Form: 004-110
Sponsor: Tote
Dr aw 21
Sean Levey
Warren Fentiman (3)
Jason Watson
Andrea Pinna (7)
Kaiya Fraser
STALLS: CENTRE
6 THE WIZARD OF EYE (IRE) (187)
Ch g Galileo Gold - Prom Dress (Mount Nelson)
Owner: R Humphrey O Humphrey A Favell
Trainer: Tom Clover, Newmarket
Breeder: M. Phelan
Dr aw 26
Horse Age: 7
Weight: 9 8 Form: 0/160/30-CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Won this race for Charlie Fellowes on his 2024 reappearance. Returned form over a year off to finish creditable 1 3/4 lengths third of 12 to Witch Hunter at Newcastle (7f) for new yard last autumn. Not in the same form at Kempton 5 weeks later. Absent again since but he seems to go well fresh. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 99
7 POPMASTER (IRE) (36)
Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) - Best New Show (IRE) (Clodovil (IRE))
Owner: Laurence Bellman
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Grangemore Stud
Horse Age: 8 Weight: 9 7 Form: 321220 C D
Sponsor: James Hambro & Partners LLP
Dr aw 2 P.
TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable 8-y-o who has been at the top of his game on all-weather this year, winning at Kempton (1m) and runner-up on 3 other occasions Respectable seventh of 14 in handicap at Newcastle (1m) on Good Friday but that underlines his mark is probably high enough for competitive races TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 98
8 SERENGETI (FR) (21)
Br c Wootton Bassett - Holy Roman Empress (IRE) (American Pharoah (USA))
Owner: Mr Jim Gill
Trainer: Mike Murphy, Westoning
Breeder: China Horse Club International
Dr aw 20
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 9 7 Form: 125-450 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner for Aidan O’Brien and shaped well on first start for Dylan Cunha when runner-up at Wolverhampton in November However, it’s been downhill since, including well held in Newbury Spring Cup last month having changed stable again.
TFRHIIII Official BHA Rating 98
9 GREAT ACCLAIM (GB) (14)
B g Aclaim (IRE) - Freedom Spirit (Muhaarar)
Owner: Mr G. Owen
Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury
Breeder: Phoenix Thoroughbred Limited
Horse Age: 5
Weight: 9 7
Form: 2240-03 D
Sponsor: ABM Catering Limited
Dr aw 12 Charles
TIMEFORM VIEW Reacted really well to blinkers last summer, winning at Goodwood and Chepstow (both 7f) before running 3 crackers in defeat, including twice over C&D All the sharper for reappearance when third of 13 at Haydock (7f, good to firm) 14 days ago. First-time visor replaces blinkers. On the shortlist
TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 98
10 HOUQUETOT (IRE) (106)
B or Br g Wootton Bassett - Happen (USA) (War Front (USA))
Owner: The Rogues Gallery
Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket
Breeder: Coolmore
Dr aw 7
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 7
Form: 10/065-0 D
Sponsor: Rogues Gallery Racing, Essex 4X4 Centre
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful performer in France for Christopher Head. Similar form in 2 outings for David O’Meara over the winter and has joined another good stable ahead of this first outing for 106 days His mark continues to look on the high side, though. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 98
11 PELLITORY (GB) (224)
B g Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Daphinia (Kuroshio (AUS))
Owner: Mr Evan M. Sutherland
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
Dr aw 16
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 6
Form: 400550- D
Sponsor: GAIN Equine Nutrition
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful 3-time 7f winner for James Owen. No easy task improving one out of that stable but this 52,000 gns purchase has joined a yard which does well in top handicaps TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 97
12
KHAFIZ (IRE) (14)
B g New Bay - Hala Hala (IRE) (Invincible Spirit (IRE))
Owner: Woodhurst Ltd & Withernsea
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
Breeder: Tinnakill Bloodstock
Dr aw 18
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 9 6
Form: 11003-5 D
Sponsor: Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice a winner in novice company over 7f for Roger Varian last season. Showed he retains his ability when fifth of 12 in 7f handicap at Haydock on return for new yard a fortnight ago. The mount of Callum Rodriguez from the Bethell pair.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 97
13 HICKORY (IRE) (217)
B g Free Eagle (IRE) - Badr Al Badoor (IRE) (Acclamation)
Owner: Martyn and Elaine Booth
Trainer: Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Ms Anne Coughlan
Dr aw 17
Horse Age: 8
Weight: 9 5
Form: 635212- CD
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning start for this yard in this race last year and added to his strong C&D record at the end of 2025, winning a classified event before runner-up in the Challenge Cup. Has to enter calculations
TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 96
Neil Callan
Rob Hornby
Bishop
Paddy Bradley
Daniel Tudhope
Callum Rodriguez
Saffie Osborne
14
DEFENCE MINISTER (GB) (42)
B g Too Darn Hot - Tears of The Sun (Mastercraftsman (IRE))
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: Hamad Al Jehani, GB
Breeder: Mildmay Bloodstock Ltd
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 9 5
Form: 00240-1 D
Sponsor: Damsa Holding Company W.L.L
Dr aw 1
TIMEFORM VIEW Had some strong handicap form last season without winning, including fourth of 20 to Great Aclaim over 7f at Glorious Goodwood. Returned from a gelding operation to win with a bit in hand at Kempton (7f) in March and one for the shortlist here off 4lb higher TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 96
15
YORKSHIRE (IRE) (287)
B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Totsiyah (IRE) (Dalakhani (IRE))
Owner: Clarendon Thoroughbred Racing
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
Breeder: Mr R. Kavanagh
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 4
Form: 1/51460- D
Sponsor: Clarendon Thoroughbred Racing
Dr aw 28 Jack
TIMEFORM VIEW Six wins from 19 starts, the latest in 7f Kempton handicap last April. Ended 2025 with respectable efforts in theBuckinghamPalace(sixthof27)andInternational(ninthof21)overC&Dbuttheyshowheneedsmoretowinoffhiscurrentmark Off 9 months Rodriguez looks elsewhere.
16
MUDBIR (GB) (259)
B c Kingman - Handassa (Dubawi (IRE))
Owner: Shadwell Estate Company Ltd
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 95
aw 19
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 9 4 Form: 2/15110- D
TIMEFORM VIEW Made good progress last year, including 7f Glorious Goodwood win. Not seen to best effect from widest stall when seventh of 12 back there final start First-time cheekpieces worn on that occasion are retained. Could be even more to come from this lightly-raced 4-y-o in 2026 Obvious appeal.
TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 95
17 SO DARN HOT (GB) (36)
B g Too Darn Hot - La Dorotea (IRE) (Lope de Vega (IRE))
Owner: Moores Racing, Booth, Steed & Bengough
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Deerfield Farm
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 9 4 Form: 3135-06
Sponsor: James Hambro & Partners Llp
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive in 2025, ended his time with Kevin Philippart de Foy with a decisive success at Windsor (6f) in June. Ended the year with a pair of creditable efforts on all-weather but has started 2026 with 2 lesser efforts Bounce back needed in first-time cheekpieces TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 95
18 STAR ANTHEM (IRE) (231)
B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Ihtifal (Dansili)
Owner: The Stargazers
Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford
Breeder: P. Moloney Ltd
Horse Age: 4
Form: 3/00300-
Weight: 9 3
Sponsor: Clive Cox Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful but remains with only a maiden win to his name. Been off for 7 months (had breathing operation) and the percentage call is to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 94
19 TRIBAL CHIEF (FR) (42)
B g Sioux Nation (USA) - Araca (FR) (Elusive Quality (USA))
Owner: All For One Racing (II)
Trainer: David Menuisier, Pulborough
Breeder: Pimpicks Srl
Horse Age: 5
Form: 06100-3
Weight: 9 2
Sponsor: Shinco Racing Limited
20 SHIPLAKE (IRE) (116)
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Real Smart (USA) (Smart Strike (CAN))
Owner: Amo Racing Limited
Trainer: Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket
Breeder: Bjorn Nielsen
Dr aw 3
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 9 1
Form: 04361-1 D
Sponsor: Sports Invest UK Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved since stable switch, winning a pair of 7f Southwell handicaps over the winter. His best form for his previous yard came on turf so there’s no reason why his improvement should be confined to all-weather. High on the list for a trainer with recent winning form in this race.
21 NOSTRUM (GB) (211)
B g Kingman - Mirror Lake (Dubai Destination (USA))
Owner: Thoroughbred British Racing
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham
Breeder: Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd
Horse Age: 6
TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 92
Dr aw 4 Alistair Rawlinson
Weight: 9 1
Form: 060000- D
Sponsor: Thoroughbred British Racing, Trade Access Panels Ltd
James Doyle
Mitchell
Dr
Oisin Murphy
Billy Loughnane
David Egan
22 JORDAN ELECTRICS (GB) (23)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Ruby Slippers (Sir Percy)
Owner: BJordan,BrianJordan,SJordan&NMcConnell
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: T. J. Cooper
27
Horse Age: 10 Weight: 9 0 Form: 0000-02
Sponsor: Jordan Electrics Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Provedarevelationin2024, winning 7times andclimbing over 30lbintheweights Stillproved competitive on occasions last year and showed he’s back on a workable mark when second of 18 at Newmarket last month. That was his first attempt over 7f at the ripe old age of 9. Not discounted.
TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 91
23 MORTE POINT (GB) (23)
B g Due Diligence (USA) - Cross My Heart (Sakhee’s Secret)
Owner: Muir Racing Partnership - Windsor
Trainer: William Muir & Chris Grassick, Lambourn
Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 0 Form: 21211-0 D
Sponsor: Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW On the up when winning 3 of his final 4 starts last year (all 7f). Looked rusty when well held on 7f Newmarket reappearance and should be sharper with that behind him. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 91
24
NIKOVO (GB) (21)
B g Kingman - Rostova (USA) (Arch (USA))
Owner: D Stone, Rjh Ltd & Partner
Trainer: Michael Herrington, Willoughton
Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd
aw 25
Horse Age: 7
Weight: 8 13 Form: 233160 D
TIMEFORM VIEW More of a force on the all-weather nowadays and well held in Spring Cup back on turf at Newbury 3 weeks ago. Easy to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 90
25 HUMAM (IRE) (24)
B g Kodiac - Her Honour (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))
Owner: Tony Bloom & Ian McAleavy
Trainer: Stuart Williams, Newmarket
Breeder: Peter & Hugh McCutcheon
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 8 13
Form: 10534-0 D
Sponsor: Jamestown Analytics
TIMEFORM VIEW Ready all-the-way winner of 7f York handicap on final start for Andrew Balding last June (subsequently sold for 190,000 gns) and pick of efforts for this yard was a creditable third of 13 at Newmarket (7f) in September Better than he could show on 6f reappearance there and this is more his trip TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 90
26 SHAFDAR (IRE) (11)
B g Make Believe - Shafia (FR) (Le Havre (IRE))
Owner: The Green Bar Owners
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Breeder: His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 8 12 Form: 5-31201
Dr aw 15
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed his progression with 8.5f Epsom handicap success 11 days ago. The smooth and rapid way he made his headway into contention there suggests he could still be well treated off 5lb higher and that he has the speed to cope with a drop back to 7f TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 89
27
STORM FREE (GB) (23)
Ch g Iffraaj - La Napoule (Piccolo)
Owner: Heart of the South Racing 139
Trainer: James Tate, Newmarket
Breeder: Copgrove Hall Stud
aw 13
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 8 12
Form: 2/1321-6 D BF
Sponsor: Heart Of The South Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Upped his game last term, scoring twice from 4 starts. Made quite an encouraging return from 6 months off when sixth of 18 in 7f Newmarket handicap 23 days ago Still not fully exposed. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 89
28 AALTO (FR) (163)
B g Zelzal (FR) - Au Dessus (Siyouni (FR))
Owner: Bell, Lyons & James
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Breeder: S.A.S. Elevage Du Haras de Bourgeauville
Dr aw 11
Horse Age: 6
Weight: 8 12
Form: 200000- D
Sponsor: MAISON49
TIMEFORM VIEW Went close to landing a second successive Bunbury Cup at Newmarket last July but largely struggled later in 2025. His mark has dipped as a result but has too much to prove back from 5 months off. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 89
29 JUMBY (IRE) (23)
B g New Bay - Sound of Guns (Acclamation)
Owner: Anthony Pye-Jeary, David Ian & Partner
Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury
Breeder: Ballylinch Stud
Dr aw 24
Horse Age: 8
Weight: 8 12
Form: 33640-0 CD
Sponsor: ABM Catering Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart in his prime, including Group 2/3 wins However, hasn’t got his head in front since 2023 and there wasn’t enough in last month’s Newmarket reappearance to suggest that is likely to change now.
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 89
aw
Lauren Young (5)
Dr
Dylan Hogan
5 Marco Ghiani
Edward Greatrex
Clifford Lee
Nicola Currie
Oliver Carmichael (7)
Visor worn first time by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 10.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 17. Hood worn by No. 12, 20.
Blinkers worn by No 13 Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 4, 5, 15, 19, 28
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6, 16. Running for the first time since Gelding No 11, 18
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 18
2025 Winner: HICKORY (IRE) (22-1), J: Saffie Osborne, T: Jamie Osborne
Stewards Note:
WITCH HUNTER: Following its run on 3/4/2026 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
MUDBIR: Following its run on 23/8/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 4.00pm (09/05/26)
11-2 Mudbir (GB), 15-2 Shiplake (IRE), 8-1 Tribal Chief (FR), 17-2 Defence Minister (GB), 11-1 Hickory (IRE), 12-1 Great Acclaim (GB), Khafiz (IRE), 16-1 Shafdar (IRE), So Darn Hot (GB), Yorkshire (IRE), 18-1 Completely Random (GB), The Wizard of Eye (IRE), Storm Free (GB), 25-1 Aalto (FR), Golden Mind (IRE), Humam (IRE), 28-1 Morte Point (GB), Witch Hunter (FR), 33-1 Jordan Electrics (GB), Jumby (IRE), Pellitory (GB), Popmaster (IRE), Royal Zabeel (IRE), Ten Pounds (IRE), 40-1 Houquetot (IRE), Nostrum (GB), Star Anthem (IRE), 66-1 Nikovo (GB), Serengeti (FR)
TIMEFORM SUMMARY
MUDBIR’s defeat on his final 3-y-o start shouldn’t be taken as evidence that the handicapper has got him and he’s taken to resume his progression on his reappearance. Shiplake impressed with 2 all-weather wins for new trainer Kevin Philippart de Foy over the winter and is second choice. Defence Minister, Great Acclaim, Shafdar and Ascot specialist Hickory head the many dangers.
1. MUDBIR 2. SHIPLAKE (IRE) 3. DEFENCE MINISTER
Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton
Jockey: Charles Bishop
Equine and human welfare at Ascot Racecourse
The safety and welfare of horses and jockeys is paramount throughout the year at Ascot. In recent years we have invested significantly to improve our facilities on and off the track to ensure we provide the very best care and attention for all participants Nowhere is this better demonstrated than in the changes made to the racing surface itself during the redevelopment in 2006
The key elements of the project were to camber the home and old paddock bends and to remove the road crossings over the track, replacing them with underpasses
This created a safer surface for the horses, where previously some less experienced runners had occasionally shied at the differing surfaces
Further improvements to equine welfare provision were made as part of a £700,000 project to create an enhanced unsaddling area in 2016 Increased in size to accommodate large field races more comfortably, the Unsaddling Enclosure Lawn is positioned to benefit from maximum shade from the crown of an adjacent mature tree as well as a repositioned tulip tree, which sits to the south of the oval. Equine misting fans were also installed to aid with post-race cooling of horses
Four specifically qualified equine vets are on duty every raceday, dedicated to the welfare of all the horses During each race, vets follow the runners by car and can respond to and attend a casualty generally within a minute – as fast as the paramedic teams responsible for human casualties
Ascot’s two permanent veterinary boxes are supplemented with an X-Ray machine at all meetings to assist with swift diagnosis before administration of treatment on site or any movement necessary to equine hospitals
There are two equine ambulances on course at all times and three ambulances for any incidents involving injuries to jockeys.
The jockeys’ facilities at Ascot include a medical treatment room, rest rooms and a dedicated room for physiotherapy.
Further information on safety and welfare in horse racing can be found at horsepwr.co.uk
Race 4
2.5 5PM
HANDICAP
STAKES
(CLASS 3) (GBBPLUS RACE)
One mile about four furlongs, swinley (11f abt 211yds) (Approx 2,400 metres) For four year olds and upwards
Advertised Total Prize Fund £35000. Owners Prize Money: 1st £14935, 2nd £7466, 3rd £3735, 4th £1866 (Penalty Value £18900) SS
See page 63 for conditions of this race.
Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey as well as £200 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
1 SIEMPRE ARTURO (GB) (162)
B g Outstrip - La Donacella (Sir Percy)
Owner: Ms Vivienne O’Sullivan
Trainer: Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn
Breeder: Ms Vivienne O’Sullivan
Horse Age: 6
Weight: 9 9
Form: 611630- D
Sponsor: Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Fitted with cheekpieces, took his form up a notch with back-to-back handicap wins at Windsor and Kempton last season. However, he ended the campaign on a low-key note, last of 7 at Southwell in November
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 94
2 KIRCHNER (IRE) (353)
Gr g Pinatubo (IRE) - Kambura (FR) (Literato (FR))
Owner: The Rogues Gallery
Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket
Breeder: J. Hanly, T. Stewart & A. Stroud
Horse Age: 4
Form: 13/434-
Weight: 9 7
Sponsor: Rogues Gallery Racing, Essex 4X4 Centre
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form for Jean-Claude Rouget, successful at Chantilly on debut and making the frame all 4 subsequent outings In blinkers, fourth of 8 in Listed race at Toulouse on final start last year Off 11 months (gelded) ahead of stable/handicap debut with cheekpieces now fitted. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 92
3 AL WASL STORM (IRE) (266)
Gr c Affinisea (IRE) - Dearborn (FR) (Martaline)
Owner: Green Team Racing
Trainer: Owen Burrows, Lambourn
Breeder: Gavin Wallace
Dr aw 5
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 7
Form: 021001- D
Sponsor: Green Team Racing Stable
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved with each run in maidens, making all at Chester ayear ago. Found assignments in Derby at Epsom and Queen’s Vase at Royal Ascot too much of an ask, but got back on the up when making a winning handicap debut at Newbury when last seen in August TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 92
4
OPPORTUNITY (GB) (323)
B g Frankel - Izzi Top (Pivotal)
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
Breeder: Meon Valley Stud
Dr aw 2
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 9 6
Form: 4/140- D
Sponsor: Damsa Holding Company W.L.L
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked good prospect when winning novice at Haydock (strong form) on last season’s return. Fourth of 8 in Listed race at Goodwood next time, despite meeting trouble, before running no sort of race in Group 2 over C&D at the Royal Meeting. Worth another chance on reappearance having been gelded. TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 91
5 BOATSWAIN (GB) (231)
Ch g New Bay - Bay Light (IRE) (Lope de Vega (IRE))
Owner: Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum
Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket
Breeder: Highview Bloodstock Ltd
Horse Age: 4
Form: 220400-
Weight: 9 5
TIMEFORM VIEW Lingfield novice winner on debut and only narrowly denied in similar events on turf next 2 starts Far from disgraced in strongly-contested handicaps the remainder of the season, in first-time cheekpieces when eighth of 14 at Newbury (13f) in September. Eased in grade on return.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 90
David Egan
Callum Rodriguez
James Doyle
STALLS: INSIDE
6 TOO SOON (GB) (41)
B g Too Darn Hot - Soon (IRE) (Galileo (IRE)) Dr aw 10
Owner: Too Soon Partnership
Trainer: Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
Breeder: Smarden Thoroughbreds
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 5 Form: 55330-0
Sponsor: JacobsConstruction(Holdings)Limited,KMElite Products Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful performer who went without a win last year in the face of stiff tasks. With blinkers left off, given a considerate return back in handicap company when down the field at Doncaster 6 weeks ago, so this run should reveal more.
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 90
7 GORDON GREY (IRE) (36)
Gr g Australia - Lady Aquitaine (USA) (El Prado (IRE))
Owner: Grey Matters Racing
Trainer: George Baker, Epsom
Breeder: Sahara Group Holdings
1
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 4
Form: 0111-03 D
Sponsor: Charles Tyrwhitt LLP
TIMEFORM VIEW Completed 4-timer (successful over hurdles on first occasion) with 5-length victory at Epsom in August, his final start for B. F. Brookhouse. Has had 2 races in Bahrain for current yard this year, well held in Listed race before bouncing back when third in handicap 5 weeks ago. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 89
8 IN THE BREEZE (IRE) (29)
B g Harzand (IRE) - Its In The Air (IRE) (Whipper (USA)) Dr aw 14
Owner: J & A Young (Racing) Limited
Trainer: Henrietta C Knight, Wantage
Breeder: Philip & Orla Hore
Horse Age: 8
Weight: 9 3
Form: 01440-1 D
Sponsor: Jayplas
TIMEFORM VIEW After 5 months off, proved at least as good as ever on first start since leaving Michael Appleby when winning 5-runner handicap at Thirsk in April, scoring emphatically Task is now to build on latest effort in this more competitive contest TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 88
9 WHATSGOINGONMARVIN (IRE) (201)
B g Camelot - Cry Me A River (IRE) (Danehill Dancer (IRE))
Owner: Mr Martin Gowing & Mr David Jewers
Trainer: Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest
Breeder: Lynch Bages Ltd
Horse Age: 4
Form: 123310-
Dr aw 7
Weight: 9 2
Sponsor: Fairplay Exchange
TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time winner in handicaps for Sir Mark Prescott last season, showing useful form when scoring at Sandown in September Campaigned over hurdles for current yard, runner-up on second outing but well beaten the last twice. Cheekpieces added back on the Flat. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 87
10
VALEDICTORY (GB) (21)
B g Cracksman - Valiant Girl (Lemon Drop Kid (USA))
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Breeder: Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd
Dr aw 11
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 9 2
Form: 3/41-2 BF
Sponsor: Emirates
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed previous promise when landing the odds in a Chelmsford novice on second of 2 starts last year
After a further 6 months off, shaped well on handicap debut when second of 14 at Newbury (1 1/4m) 3 weeks ago, closing all the way to the line. Not taken lightly up in trip TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 87
11 BULLETIN (IRE) (21)
B g Advertise - Mountrice Lady (IRE) (Acclamation)
Owner: Whitcoombe Park Racing
Trainer: Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Dan O’Loughlin
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 1
Form: 23143-3
Sponsor: Pump Technology Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved for going up in trip last season, doubling his tally in 11f handicap at Kempton in August. Ran well when making the frame next 2 starts and returned with a close third at Newbury (1 1/4) 3 weeks ago. Back up in grade but he’s developed into a reliable type. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 86
12
SERENITY BLUE (GB) (33)
Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Moi Meme (Teofilo (IRE))
Owner: Mr Peter Done
Trainer: James Horton, Newmarket
Breeder: Fortescue Bloodstock
Horse Age: 4
Form: 51100-3
Dr aw 8 Jack Mitchell
Weight: 9 1
Sponsor: Peninsula Business Services Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded back-to-back 1 1/4m novice victories last year, before having excuses switched to handicaps on final 2 outings of the campaign. After 7 months off, ran well when third of 9 at Kempton (1 1/2m) in April and he could take a step forward from that outing (has been gelded). Respected. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 86
13 CLASSICAL ALLUSION (GB) (22)
B g Ulysses (IRE) - Diyavana (FR) (Pivotal) Dr aw 15 Oisin Murphy
Owner: Mick and Janice Mariscotti
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Breeder: Diyavana Partnership
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 9 0
Form: 1-25 D BF
Sponsor: Kingsclere Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked firmly above average when making a winning start at Southwell last year and backed that up when chasing home Constitution Hill at Kempton (1 1/2) in March. Raced too keenly upped to 16.5f at Newbury on handicap debut last time, so he could fare better returned to shorter TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 85
Rhys Clutterbuck
Neil Callan
Kieran Shoemark
Marco Ghiani
Billy Loughnane
Rob Hornby
14 HERMETIC (GB) (188)
Gr g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Lunch Lady (Shamardal (USA))
Owner: John Nicholls Racing
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Breeder: Wertheimer et Frere
Dr aw 4
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 8 11
Form: 5114- D
Sponsor: Floplast Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Went the right way in 4 starts in France last year, making it back-to-back wins with success in 2m minor event at Le Mans in October Ran well when 3 lengths fourth of 7 at Angers when last seen the following month. Makes handicap debut on first run since leaving Christophe Ferland. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 82
15 WINE DARK SEA (GB) (211)
B g Ulysses (IRE) - Ajwibah (Sea The Stars (IRE))
Owner: Mr Dan Gilbert
Trainer: Harry Charlton, Beckhampton
Breeder: Dan Gilbert
Dr aw 3
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 8 7
Form: 2/05162- D
Sponsor: Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved upped to this distance when making a winning handicap debut at Kempton last summer
Not quite in the same form next time, but very good second when making the running in Old Rowley Cup at Newmarket in October (form boosted by the winner and third last weekend). TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 78
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 2, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2, 4, 12.
2025 Winner: NIGHT BREEZE (IRE) (16-1), J: David Probert, T: Ian Williams
BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 4.00pm (09/05/26)
7-4 Valedictory (GB), 6-1 Opportunity (GB), 17-2 Bulletin (IRE), 10-1 Al Wasl Storm (IRE), 11-1 Classical Allusion (GB), 12-1 Serenity Blue (GB), 14-1 In The Breeze (IRE), Wine Dark Sea (GB), 16-1 Boatswain (GB), Gordon Grey (IRE), 20-1 Kirchner (IRE), 28-1 Hermetic (GB),33-1 Siempre Arturo (GB), 40-1 Too Soon (GB), 50-1 Whatsgoingonmarvin (IRE)
TIMEFORM SUMMARY
This could go the way of OPPORTUNITY, who made a good impression when winning a strong Haydock novice last year and remains with potential having been gelded ahead of this season’s return. Valedictory made a promising seasonal/handicap debut and heads the list of dangers, with Serenity Blue and Wine Dark Sea others to consider
Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford
Jockey: Harry Davies
Edward Greatrex
Saffie Osborne
Royal Ascot Local Schools Art Competition –Winners 2026
We are delighted to announce the winners of our annual Royal Ascot Local Schools Art Competition, which this year received 1,680 entries from pupils aged 4–14 across 34 local schools
More than 3,500 votes were cast both online and in person. Winning artists received £1,000 for their school, along with Amazon vouchers to spend themselves.
Since 2018, this much-loved community initiative has given local children the opportunity to see their artwork displayed in the Ascot Heath Tunnel, transforming it into a vibrant walkway enjoyed by Royal Ascot racegoers and local residents alike.
To celebrate their achievements, winners, runners-up and teachers from the representative schools have also been invited to enjoy a special prize giving afternoon tea at Ascot today.
In honour of the competition, the 3.30pm race has also been named the Royal Ascot Local Schools Art Competition Handicap Stakes, with the young artists given the special role of selecting the Best Turned Out Horse.
A commemorative photograph will be taken on the day and will take pride of place alongside the children’s artwork in the Ascot Heath Tunnel.
2025 winners at Royal Ascot
Race 5
3. 30PM
THE ROYA L AS COT LO CAL SC HO OLS ART COMPETITION HANDICAP STAKE S
(CLASS 3)
One mile about two furlongs (9f abt 212yds) (Approx. 2,000 metres) For three year olds
Advertised Total Prize Fund £35000 Owners Prize Money: 1st £14935, 2nd £7466, 3rd £3735, 4th £1866 (Penalty Value £18900) Weights raised 1lb and Paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
See page 63 for conditions of this race.
Ascot Racecourse 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 WATERFORD CASTLE (IRE) (24)
Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Deise Blue (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE)) Dr aw 4 Billy Loughnane
Owner: Aura Racing & Teme Valley
Trainer: George Boughey, Newmarket
Breeder: Thomas Hassett
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 9
Form: 306-222
Sponsor: Star Sports Bet, George Boughey Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Son of Sea The Stars who bumped into another big improver but still matched previous best when second of 8 in handicap at Newmarket (1 1/4m) 24 days ago. Cheekpieces go on 1st time and surely only a matter of time before he breaks his duck TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 84
2 SASSICAIA (IRE) (24)
B c St Mark’s Basilica (FR) - Bellajeu (Montjeu (IRE))
Owner: Mr Edward J. Ware
Trainer: Owen Burrows, Lambourn
Breeder: V. Tymoshenko & A. Milovanov
Horse Age: 3
Form: 1-4
Dr aw 3 Saffie Osborne
Weight: 9 6
TIMEFORM VIEW Bred to be useful and beat several subsequent improvers when making a winning debut at Wolverhampton (8.6f) in December Took another step forward for all he couldn’t defy a penalty when fourth on return at Southwell (1m) 24 days ago and he remains with potential now handicapping/up in trip TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 81
3
DEVIL’S PEAK (GB) (38)
Gr g Camelot - Silvery Mist (FR) (Stormy River (FR))
Owner: Cayton Park Stud Limited
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket Breeder: Cayton Park Stud Ltd
Dr aw 5
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 9 5
Form: 02434-2
TIMEFORM VIEW Well-grown gelding who showed plenty of ability as a juvenile and found progress for step up in trip when just touched off on return at Kempton (11f) 6 weeks ago, possible he’d have won but for lugging right for so long. Has races in him from this sort of mark TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 80
4
ENEMY AGENT (GB) (28)
Ch g Earthlight (IRE) - Expressiy (FR) (Siyouni (FR))
Owner: Rabbah Racing
Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket
Breeder: Godolphin
Horse Age: 3
Form: 16
Dr aw 2
Weight: 9 5
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising Earthlight gelding who justified support to make a winning debut in a Kempton maiden (1m) in March. Came up short in follow-up bid under a penalty at Yarmouth since but bred to be suited by this trip now handicapping with cheekpieces now fitted.
5 SINTRA (GB) (28)
B c Kingman - Goldika (IRE) (Intello (GER))
Owner: Juddmonte
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd
Horse Age: 3
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 80
Dr aw 1
Weight: 9 0
Form: 323
Sponsor: Juddmonte Farms Inc
TIMEFORM VIEW Kingman colt who has improved a little by the run in 3 starts to date, chasing home a useful pair in a 5-runner Yarmouth novice on qualifying run over this trip 4 weeks ago. Goes handicapping from what looks a workable opening mark and surprise were he not capable of better.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 75
James Doyle
Harry Davies
Oisin Murphy
STALLS: INSIDE
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1, 4.
2025 Winner: BRINDAVAN (IRE) (8-1), J: Hollie Doyle, T: S P C Woods
Stewards Note:
DEVIL’S PEAK: Following its run on 1/4/2026 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.
BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 4.00pm (09/05/26)
15-8 Waterford Castle (IRE), 11-4 Sassicaia (IRE), 7-2 Devil’s Peak (GB), 4-1 Sintra (GB), 9-1 Enemy Agent (GB)
TIMEFORM SUMMARY
An interesting 3-y-o handicap despite the small field with WATERFORD CASTLE earning the vote George Boughey’s charge looked well served by the step up to this trip when bumping into yet another big improver at Newmarket 24 days ago. Now equipped with cheekpieces, he can deservedly open his account, possibly at the chief expense of Sassicaia. Devil’s Peak completes the shortlist.
1. WATERFORD CASTLE (IRE) 2. SASSICAIA (IRE)
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden
DEVIL’S PEAK
Jockey: James Doyle
Race 6
4.05PM
THE MARINER SYST EMS
FILLIE S’ HANDICAP STAKE S
(CLA SS 4)
One mile about two furlongs (9f abt 212yds) (Approx. 2,000 metres)
For three year old 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) SS
See page 63 for conditions of this race.
Mariner Systems 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 NAGA (FR) (14)
Ch f Dubawi (IRE) - Listen In (IRE) (Sea The Stars (IRE))
Owner: Mr George Strawbridge
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Breeder: Mr George Strawbridge
STALLS:INSIDE
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 10 2 Form: 56511-1 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended 2025 with back-to-back handicap wins over 1m and picked up where she left off when bringing up the hat-trick in 6-runner handicap at Doncaster (1 1/4m, good to firm) 14 days ago, staying on well. 7lb higher now but highly unlikely we’ve seen all she has to offer Stable took this 12 months ago. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 85
2 NANINO NIYATI (GB) (269)
B f Destino (GER) - Nantany (Piccolo)
Owner: Mrs Meena Tipson
Trainer: Owen Burrows, Lambourn
Breeder: M&K Bloodstock Limited
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 9 13
Form: 02130- D
Sponsor: Tote
Dr aw 4 Callum Rodriguez
TIMEFORM VIEW Made it third time lucky in a Salisbury novice (1 1/4m, good) in June but failed to build on that in 2 starts thereafter, albeit flying too high tackling Listed company back there in August. Switched yards ahead of return and percentage call to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 82
3 LADY RIDGEWOOD (GB) (16)
B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Joshua’s Princess (Danehill (USA))
Owner: Miss Elaine Nolan
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Breeder: New England Stud & Stanley House Stud
Dr aw 7
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 9 13
Form: 42/231-6 D
Sponsor: Retraining of Racehorses
TIMEFORM VIEW Appeared to relish return to front-running tactics when making all in an 8-runner Chelmsford maiden overthistripinAugust.LeftPeterChapple-Hyamafterandrannosortofracefollowingan8-monthlayoffatSouthwell16daysago. Best watched on that basis
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 82
4 MOON ANGEL (GB) (266)
B m Time Test - Lost The Moon (Authorized (IRE))
Owner: Mrs S Goddard and Partner I
Trainer: Stuart Williams, Newmarket
Breeder: Dullingham Park Stud & Mrs S Goddard
Dr aw 8
Horse Age: 5
Form: 44/1331-
Weight: 9 10
Sponsor: David Tompkins Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Time Test mare who bookended a light 2025 campaign with victories at Salisbury/Newmarket, the latter coming over 1 3/4m in August. Drop back in trip on return may not suit ideally given how she shaped then but there are more races to be won with her this campaign. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 79
5 TRYST (IRE) (22)
B f Sottsass (FR) - Amerique (GER) (American Post)
Owner: Highclere Thoroughbred Racing - Redwood
Trainer: George Boughey, Newmarket
Breeder: Mr Stefan Hahne
Dr aw 6
Horse Age: 3
Weight: 9 0
Form: 021-42 BF
Sponsor: Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Built on earlier promise when getting off the mark in a Wolverhampton novice in October, showing a good turn of foot. Returned in good form, running best race when runner up in handicap back there (8.6f) 3 weeks ago. Bumped into a big improver then and like she can do better now tackling 1 1/4m.
TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 84
Doyle
Kieran Shoemark
Marco Ghiani
Billy Loughnane
6 BINT KILFRUSH (GB) (28)
Ch f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Dhabyah (Australia)
Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah
Trainer: James Tate, Newmarket
Breeder: Al Wasmiyah & Monaughty Partners
Horse Age: 3
Weight: 8 10 Form: 15
TIMEFORM VIEW €550,000 yearling, Sea The Stars filly Made a winning debut in a Southwell novice (1m) on New Year’s Day and similar form when fifth under a penalty at Yarmouth (1 1/4m) 4 weeks ago. Opening mark looks to demand improvement now handicapping. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 80
7 VENETIA (GB) (156)
Ch f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Vivid Diamond (IRE) (Cape Cross (IRE))
Owner: Cayton Park Stud Limited
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
Breeder: Cayton Park Stud Ltd
Horse Age: 3 Weight: 8 7 Form: 623-
TIMEFORM VIEW Lope De Vega filly who improved with each run during second half of last year, posting a good third behind an exciting prospect at Chelmsford (1m) in December Built a solid platform with a view to handicapping over this longer trip and opening mark looks workable. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 77
8 RUBY WEDDING (GB) (15)
B f Sea The Moon (GER) - Rosa Grace (Lomitas) Dr aw 5
Owner: Eamonn Duggan
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Breeder: Mr E. Duggan
Horse Age: 3
Form: 35-4
Weight: 8 6
Sponsor: Flahive Brickwork Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW SeaTheMoonfillywhoverymuchcaughttheeyewhenfourthonreturn/qualifyingatSandown(11/4m)2weeksago, noted finishing with running left In top hands and there’s surely more to come now handicapping. Still holds an Oaks entry TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 76
9 ROOM FOURTEEN (GB) (18)
B f Without Parole - Loving Dash (Lope de Vega (IRE))
Owner: Mr Des Thurlby
Trainer: James Fanshawe, Newmarket
Breeder: John D. Gunther & Ttr Bloodstock
Dr aw 1
Horse Age: 3
Weight: 8 2
Form: 603-31 D
Sponsor: Tattersalls
TIMEFORM VIEW Gradual improver who took another step forward equipped with a first-time hood when off the mark at Yarmouth (1 1/4m) last month, forced to dig deep and pulling clear with a next-time-out winner 5lb higher now in what is a much deeper race but she’s very interesting nevertheless TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 72 Hood worn by No 9.
2025 Winner: MORROPHORE (FR) (9-2), J: Luke Catton, T: John & Thady Gosden
BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 4.00pm (09/05/26)
7-4 Naga (FR), 7-2 Tryst (IRE), 6-1 Venetia (GB), 7-1 Room Fourteen (GB), 17-2 Moon Angel (GB), 10-1 Bint Kilfrush (GB), Ruby Wedding (GB), 14-1 Nanino Niyati (GB), 33-1 Lady Ridgewood (GB)
TIMEFORM SUMMARY
ROOM FOURTEEN faces a sterner assignment than when successful at Yarmouth 18 days ago but there are reasons to be positive about that form, pulling nicely clear with a subsequent winner. James Fanshawe’s filly could be worth siding with to defy a 5lb higher mark, with the improving Naga meriting serious respect in her bid to land a 4-timer Tryst and Venetia are just 2 others to consider
1. ROOM FOURTEEN
2. NAGA (FR)
3. TRYST (IRE)
Nicola Currie
Saffie Osborne
5 TRYST
Trainer: George Boughey
Jockey: Billy Loughnane
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THE PERONI NASTRO AZZURRO 0.0% BLUE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS
4)
Six furlongs (6f) (1,200 metres)
For four 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 63 for conditions of this race.
Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% 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 LORD ROXBY (IRE) (16)
B g Soldier’s Call - Miami Breeze (IRE) (Born To Sea (IRE))
Owner: N Skinner D Jenkins J Glover
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton
Breeder: Calgath/Lewinstown/Geraldine Regan
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 9 9
Form: 33662-0 D
Sponsor: Alexanders York
STALLS: CENTRE
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner over 6f at Hamilton last May and mostly creditable efforts in defeat later in the season, notably when second of 9 at Newmarket (6f, good) on final start Far too free upped to 7.4f at Beverley on return but yard form remains a bit of a concern here. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 80
2
DARING LEGEND (GB) (22)
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Swiss Air (Oasis Dream)
Owner: Only One Bid Partnership
Trainer: Mark Pattinson, Epsom
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Horse Age: 5
Weight: 9 8
Form: 0160-20 D
Sponsor: Tote
Dr aw 10 Tyler Heard
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Newmarket last year for Mick Appleby. Changed hands for 35,000 gns and made a good start to life for new connections when a nose second at Kempton (6f) on return. Down the field at Newbury since, though, and tongue strap now applied. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 79
3
CRESSIDA WILDES (GB) (72)
B f Showcasing - Dancing Warrior (War Command (USA))
Owner: G4 Contracts
Trainer: Phil McEntee, Newmarket
Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
Horse Age: 4
Form: 505-510
Dr aw 16
Weight: 9 8
TIMEFORM VIEW Seen to better effect than a couple of her rivals when winning 5-runner handicap at Wolverhampton in February and wasn’t in the same form under a penalty at Chelmsford the following week Others make more appeal after a couple of months off TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 79
4
JUAN LES PINS (GB) (22)
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Miss Cap Ferrat (Darshaan)
Owner: Mr Matthew Taylor
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham
Breeder: Executors of the Late Mr J.L.C. Pearce
Horse Age: 9 Weight: 9 6
Form: 021213 D
Sponsor: Trade Access Panels Ltd
Dr aw 13
TIMEFORM VIEW In fine form this spring and notched a second win of the campaign in a 15-runner event at Thirsk (6f) last month. Backed that up with another good effort up in grade to finish third of 16 in handicap at Newbury (6f, good) 22 days ago and he’s shortlisted again. TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 77
5 CAJETAN (GB) (26)
B g Advertise - South Bay (Exceed And Excel (AUS))
Owner: RJH Ltd and Facts & Figures
Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington
Breeder: Barton Stud Partnership
Dr aw 2
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 6
Form: 0-30004 D
Sponsor: William Hill
TIMEFORM VIEW SeemedtobegoingbackwardsfromapromisingstabledebutatWolverhamptoninFebruarybuthestemmed the time in first-time blinkers when fourth of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) 26 days ago, keeping on well after a slow break. Considered if able to back that up TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 77
Connor Planas (3)
Harry Davies
Billy Loughnane
6
TWILIGHT JET (IRE) (19)
B g Twilight Son - My Lucky Liz (IRE) (Exceed And Excel (AUS))
Owner: May, Robinson, Mildean, Field, Trenchard
Trainer: Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes
Breeder: Tom Radley
Dr aw 9
Horse Age: 7 Weight: 9 5 Form: 035-505 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Third at Kempton (6f) in December but hasn’t beaten a rival across 4 starts since, albeit probably doing too much too soon in front at Lingfield last time. Becoming well treated but hard to fancy in current form.
TFRHIIII Official BHA Rating 76
7 WAISTCOAT (GB) (108)
Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Swansdown (Dubawi (IRE))
Owner: RB Racing Syndicate
Trainer: Ross Burdon, Newmarket
Breeder: Fittocks Stud
Dr aw 14
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 4 Form: 4202-10 D
Sponsor: RB Racing Syndicate, Kwiff - Spryme Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Betterthaneverwhen gettinghishead backin frontatChelmsford(6f) inJanuary DisappointedatKempton 10 days later and freshened up ahead of this return to turf
8
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 75
TRUE PROMISE (GB) (13)
Ch g Washington DC (IRE) - In Trutina (Firebreak)
Owner: Mr & Mrs Airey and Partner
Trainer: Fionn McSharry, Sheriff Hutton
Breeder: The In Trutina Partnership
Dr aw 12
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 4 Form: 325522 D
Sponsor: Construction Professionals Hr & Recruitment
TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 26 runs since his last win in 2024 but he’s been largely consistent in defeat this season, filling the runner-upspotforthefourthtimeinthecampaignwhensecondof6inhandicapatWetherby(5.5f,goodtofirm,10/3)13daysago. Others preferred for win purposes, though. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 75
9 ARANTES NASCIMENTO (GB) (31)
B g Charm Spirit (IRE) - Flame Out (Excelebration (IRE))
Owner: Dare To Dream Racing
Trainer: Michael Attwater, Epsom
Breeder: Shropshire Wolves & Kinsale Stud
Dr aw 7
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 3
Form: 2-22201
Sponsor: daretodreamracing.co.uk
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up on 4 consecutive occasions in handicaps around 7f this winter prior to recording a deserved success in a 12-runner handicap at Kempton (7f) 31 days ago. Does have form at sprint trips and he should give another good account from a 3lb higher mark
TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 74
10 THE BITTER MOOSE (IRE) (31)
B g Kodiac - Baroness (IRE) (Declaration of War (USA))
Owner: Mr David Henery
Trainer: Patrick Chamings, Basingstoke
Breeder: Gigginstown House Stud
Horse Age: 5
Form: 42210-4
Sponsor: Tote
Dr aw 17 Saffie Osborne
Weight: 9 2
TIMEFORM VIEW Had plenty in his favour when winning 7-runner handicap at Epsom (7f) in August. Last in a 17-runner race here on his final start last season but shaped as if retaining all ability when 3 1/4 lengths fourth of 12 to Arantes Nascimento at Kempton (7f) 31 days ago. Regular headgear left off again. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 73
11 RAGE OF THUNDER (IRE) (8)
B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Stormy Clouds (IRE) (Sir Prancealot (IRE))
Owner: Mr G. L. Moore
Trainer: Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 2
Form: 51222-0 D
Sponsor: KM Elite Products Ltd
Dr aw 6 Rhys Clutterbuck
TIMEFORM VIEW Regular slow starter who opened account at Salisbury (6f) last summer. Good efforts when runner-up in 3 subsequent outings last season and probably needed the run when down the field on his comeback here last week Expected to do better this time.
12 AZURE ZAIN (FR) (87)
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 73
Dr aw 5
B g Hello Youmzain (FR) - Dublin Rocker (IRE) (No Nay Never (USA))
Owner: Middleham Park Racing XLI
Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton
Breeder: Haras Voltaire, Haras D’Etreham
Horse Age: 4 Weight: 9 2
Form: 00335-0 D
Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Sole career win came in 6f Wolverhampton novice last June and placed a couple of times in turf handicaps later in 2025. Looked a difficult ride on his reappearance at Southwell in February and though he’s edged down the weights, others still make more appeal now back on turf.
13 HECTIC (GB) (18)
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 73
B g Massaat (IRE) - Ceedwell (Exceed And Excel (AUS))
Owner: Mrs Ailsa Stirling
Trainer: Liam Bailey, Middleham
Breeder: Miss Nell Kent & Miss Sophie Bates
Horse Age: 6 Weight: 9 1
Form: 410-444 D
Sponsor: Show Business Interiors Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth in a big-field York handicap before edging home in a 6f contest at Ripon last summer Respectable effortsonfirst2startsthisyearbutlookuncomfortablewithpacewhenfourthof8inhandicapatPontefract(6f,good)18daysago, Refitting of blinkers rates as a positive move
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 72
Sean Levey
Jack Mitchell
Daniel Tudhope
Paddy Bradley
Warren Fentiman (3)
14 TOKYO JOE (GB) (138)
B g Siyouni (FR) - Ediyva (IRE) (Kingman)
Owner: David Ward
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: David Ward
Dr aw 15
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 9 0
Form: 435021- D
Sponsor: James Hambro & Partners Llp
TIMEFORM VIEW Suited by a sound gallop when getting off the mark in a 7-runner novice at Lingfield (6f, all-weather) in December Big-field environment here should suit and he’s still lightly raced in handicaps, so interesting if ready to roll after nearly 5 months off TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 71
15 THUNDEROUS LOVE (GB) (26)
B m Lightning Spear - Air Stricker (FR) (Acclamation)
Owner: Whitcoombe Park Racing
Trainer: Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Charlie Dee & Christina Dee
Dr aw 4
Horse Age: 5 Weight: 9 0
Form: 21520-5 D
Sponsor: Pump Technology Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Had a very productive 2025, winning 5 times as well as finishing a good second at Salisbury on his penultimate start of the season. Shaped as if better for the run after a 7-month absence when fifth of 9 in handicap at Leicester (6f, good) 26 days ago. Respected. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 71
16
FANTASY MASTER (GB) (156)
Ch g Sepoy (AUS) - Dinvar Diva (Dalakhani (IRE))
Owner: The Fantasy Fellowship B
Trainer: Robert Cowell, Newmarket
Breeder: Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd
Dr aw 3
Horse Age: 8 Weight: 9 0
Form: 406551- D
Sponsor: Robert Cowell Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless last year for Darryll Holland but caught the eye on debut for this yard in November and built on that promise to win a 9-runner handicap at Chelmsford City (6f) Record for previous trainer was patchy but he’s clearly still on a workable mark if able to back that up after 5 months off TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 71
17 DICKO THE LEGEND (IRE) (10)
B g Ardad (IRE) - Caledonia Princess (Kyllachy)
Owner: Mrs S Hibbert, Foulrice Park Racing Ltd
Trainer: Liam Bailey, Middleham
Breeder: O’Connor International Limited
Horse Age: 6
Weight: 8 13
Form: 104-052 D
Sponsor: Show Business Interiors Ltd
Dr aw 18 Jason Watson
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Wolverhampton/York (6f) last year and ended 2025 with a creditable fourth at Southwell in September Slow starts gave him little chance on first 2 starts this season but he was unlucky not to score back at Southwell 10 days ago, beaten only a short-head after a troubled passage. Considered.
TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 70
18 NEYVA’S ANGEL (GB) (10)
B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Peters Spirit (IRE) (Invincible Spirit (IRE))
Owner: Mr Stephen Joseph Traynor
Trainer: Martin Dunne, Newmarket
Breeder: Traynor Bloodstock
Dr aw 11
Horse Age: 4
Weight: 8 12 Form: 04-5015 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Overcame a typically slow break when winning at Southwell (6f) last month and shaped as if still in good formwhenfifthof8atthatsameC&D10daysago.RunstylemeanssherequiresplentytodroprightbutMurphyisaneye-catching jockey booking in this stronger race.
19
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 69
SERENITY DREAM (IRE) (7)
Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Playfull Spirit (Invincible Spirit (IRE))
Owner: Eggselltrading Ltd
Trainer: Tony Carroll, Cropthorne
Breeder: Merry Fox Stud Limited
Dr aw 19
Horse Age: 5
Weight: 8 12
Form: 162630 D
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored in Kempton in January and finished in the placings there twice since. Can have a line put through his eighth-placed finished in a 9-runner race at Goodwood last week, racing in the unfavoured central group, so is worth treating as if still in form.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 69
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 2. Hood worn by No 18 Blinkers worn by No 5, 13
Visor worn by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 15, 16, 19
2025 Winner: NORTHCLIFF (IRE) (9-1), J: Luke Catton, T: Thomas Faulkner
Stewards Note:
DARING LEGEND: Following its run on 17/4/2026 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
JUAN LES PINS: Following its run on 17/4/2026 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed under pressure.
WAISTCOAT: Following its run on 21/1/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too soon after its last trip.
HECTIC: Following its run on 21/4/2026 it was reported that the horse anticipated the start.
NEYVA’S ANGEL: Following its run on 29/4/2026 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
SERENITY DREAM: Following its run on 2/5/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed under pressure.
Kieran Shoemark
Rob Hornby
David Egan
Oisin Murphy
Charles Bishop
BETTING FORECAST: Correct as of 4.00pm (09/05/26)
5-1 Juan Les Pins (GB), 7-1 Fantasy Master (GB), 7-1 Tokyo Joe (GB), 8-1 Arantes Nascimento (GB), Neyva’s Angel (GB), True Promise (GB), 9-1 Thunderous Love (GB), 10-1 Cajetan (GB), 10-1 Dicko The Legend (IRE), 14-1 The Bitter Moose (IRE), 16-1 Lord Roxby (IRE), Serenity Dream (IRE), Waistcoat (GB), 20-1 Azure Zain (FR), Rage of Thunder (IRE), 33-1 Cressida Wildes (GB),Hectic (GB), Twilight Jet (IRE), 40-1 Daring Legend (GB)
TIMEFORM SUMMARY
JUAN LES PINS arrives here in fine form and looks the most solid option in a wide-open race. Arantes Nascimento usually does his racing over further nowadays but he’s a consistent sort and the anticipated strong pace could bring him into play, with Dicko The Legend, who might’ve won granted a better passage at Southwell last week, is also a likely player if able to break on terms
1. JUAN LES PINS
2. ARANTES NASCIMENTO
DICKO THE LEGEND (IRE)
4 JUAN LES PINS
Trainer: Michael Appleby
Jockey: Harry Davies ABILITY
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Unpack your picnic on the pristine lawns and tuck into an afternoon of fun and thrills Two days of midsummer Flat action is on offer with Saturday’s highlight, the Group 2 Summer Mile, having seen some memorable contests in recent years.
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Felicity Barnard
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STEWARDS
Shaun Parker (Chief Steward)
Lyn Williams (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
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Gwen Thomas
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Head of Racing and Clerk of the Course
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Starters
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Race conditions
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First Race 1.10 - THE PERONI NASTRO AZZURRO 0.0% EBF 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, which are E.B.F. eligible. Enter by noon, May 4th and pay £125 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 7th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, a winner of a race 6lb Of 2 races 10lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). Peroni Nastro Azzurro has generously sposnored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and groom. 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 Peroni Nastro Azzurro. 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. 18 entries at £125. - Closed May 4th, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £10668; Second £5333; Third £2668; Fourth £1333 (Penalty Value £13500) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 1.45 - THE PERONI NASTRO AZZURRO 0.0% BRITISH EBF FILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £25770 to the winning horse The second to receive £12085, the third £6045, the fourth £3020, the fifth £1510 and the sixth £755. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which are E.B.F. eligible, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 4th and pay £225 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 7th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after May 2nd, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Peroni Nastro Azzurro 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. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £15000 towards the prize money for this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Peroni Nastro Azzurro. The sponsorship payment of £500 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. 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. 17 entries at £225. - Closed May 4th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £20315; Second £10160; Third £5080; Fourth £2540; Fifth £1270; Sixth £635. (Penalty Value £25770) Weights raised 11lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.20 - THE CAREY GROUP
VICTORIA CUP (CLASS 2 HERITAGE HANDICAP)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £51540 to the winning horse The second to receive £24170, the third £12090, the fourth £6040, the fifth £3020 and the sixth £1510. for four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, May 4th and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 7th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 12lb Penalties, after May 2nd, 2026, for each race won 6lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb. Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. Carey Group have generously sponsored this race. A memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey Carey Group will also 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 Carey Group The sponsorship payment of £500 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. 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. 42 entries at £500. - Closed May 4th, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £40630; Second £20320; Third £10160; Fourth £5080; Fifth £2540; Sixth £1270 (Penalty Value £51540) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 7 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE
Fourth Race 2.55 - THE PERONI NASTRO AZZURRO 0.0% ITALY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBBPLUS RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £18900 to the winning horse The second to receive £8872, the third £4438 and the fourth £2219. for four yrs old 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). £175 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher, or £35 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £140 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 7th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 2nd, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Peroni Nastro Azzurro has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey Inaddition, they will award a cash prize of £200 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 Peroni Nastro Azzurro. The sponsorship payment of £500 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. 28 entries, at £175. - Closed May 4th, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £14935; Second £7466; Third £3735; Fourth £1866. (Penalty Value £18900) SS
SEE PAGE 44 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 3.30 - THE ROYAL ASCOT LOCAL SCHOOLS ART COMPETITION HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £18900 to the winning horse The second to receive £8872, the third £4438 and the fourth £2219. for three yrs old only, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £174 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £34 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £140 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 7th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 2nd, 2026, for each race won 6lb. Ascot racecourse will present a memento to the winning Owner, Trainer and Jockey. In addition a £100 cash prize to the Best Turned out horse 12 entries, at £174. - Closed May 4th, 2026 Owners Prize Money. Winner £14935; Second £7466; Third £3735; Fourth £1866. (Penalty Value £18900) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
SEE PAGE 50 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.05 - THE MARINER SYSTEMS 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. May 7th. 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 1lb Penalties, after May 2nd, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Mariner Systems has generously sponsored thsi race and will provide a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey 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. NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race. 3yo fillies rated 66 to 72 might be out of the weights. 16 entries, at £125. - Closed May 4th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10591; Second £5297; Third £2647; Fourth £1324; Fifth £662 (Penalty Value £13425.20) SS
SEE PAGE 52 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 4.40 - THE PERONI NASTRO AZZURRO 0.0% BLUE 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 four 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. May 7th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 2nd, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Peroni Nastro Azzurro has 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 person responsible for 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 Peroni Nastro Azzurro. 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. 31 entries, at £125. - Closed May 4th, 2026
Owners Prize Money. Winner £10591; Second £5297; Third £2647; Fourth £1324; Fifth £662 (Penalty Value £13425.20) SS
SEE PAGE 56 FOR THIS RACE.
General information
We hope you have enjoyed your day at Ascot and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
CAR PARKS
Please note that car parks close at 9pm and are not open overnight.
LOCAL TAXIS
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CONTACT INFORMATION
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LOST PROPERTY
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FEEDBACK
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PHOTOGRAPHY
Racegoers are permitted to take photographs for personal use but photography for publication or commercial purposes is only permitted by Ascot accredited photographers.
Our official photographers are:
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HORSE WELFARE
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.
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
Where the provision of hospitality services has commenced and the raceday is subsequently abandoned there will be no refund for the hospitality.
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.
