Ayr Racecard - Tuesday 26th April

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Official programme & form guide

TUESDAY, 26 APRIL 2022

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TODAY’S TRAINERS & JOCKEYS

TOP TRAINERS

TOP JOCKEYS

DAVID O’MEARA

SAM JAMES

14%

SUCCESS RATE

AYR RECORD LAST 5 YEARS 26 WINS FROM 189 RUNNERS

14%

SUCCESS RATE

AYR RECORD LAST 5 YEARS 7 WINS FROM 49 RIDES

David is a regular visitor to Ayr where he has many runners over the course of the Flat season. He has several runners this evening, including Al Qaasim in the 1m 2f handicap at 6.50pm.The five-year-old won at Pontefract last time out and should run a big race tonight with Jason Watson riding. David also saddles Smiling Jayne in the maiden fillies’ stakes and Cosmos Raj in the mile handicap.

Sam enjoyed his best year as a jockey in 2021 when he rode 57 winners – almost double his previous best tally. He has got off to a good start this year too and comes here this evening for three rides for Karl Burke. These include Shallow Hal in the Join Racing TV Now Handicap at 6.15pm and Breaking Light in the maiden fillies’ stakes.

IAIN JARDINE

PAUL MULRENNAN

11%

SUCCESS RATE

AYR RECORD LAST 5 YEARS 25 WINS FROM 220 RUNNERS

14%

SUCCESS RATE

AYR RECORD LAST 5 YEARS 25 WINS FROM 181 RIDES

Iain is a trainer with an excellent record at this track and regularly sends his horses on the trip from his Carrutherstown base near Dumfries to plunder our races. He likes to have his horses primed for big runs early in the season and comes here tonight with hopes of more success at a track where he saddled an impressive 14 winners in 2021. His runners include course and distance winner Rose Bandit in the five furlong handicap at 8.00pm.

Paul has been at the forefront of northern Flat jockeys for a few years now and has built up a great relationship with a number of trainers including Michael Dods and Jim Goldie. His exploits on some of Jim’s older horses like Euchen Glen and Sir Chauvelin are legendary.

He is one of the best judges of pace in the weighing room and has a good book of rides this evening.

GRANT TUER

JASON HART

16%

SUCCESS RATE

AYR RECORD LAST 5 YEARS 4 WINS FROM 25 RUNNERS

2021 was the most successful year of Grant’s training career with 49 winners and he has already made an excellent start to this season and is on course to top last year’s impressive wins tally. He has a big string of horses and has targeted some of our races this evening.

His runners include Great Ridley in the opening apprentice handicap with Ryan Sexton riding.

14%

SUCCESS RATE

AYR RECORD LAST 5 YEARS 7 WINS FROM 49 RIDES

Jason has gone from strength to strength over the years and had a career best year in 2021 riding 105 winners. He has continued in that vein this year and is riding better than ever.

He is supported by a string of top northern trainers including John Quinn, Charlie and Mark Johnston, David and Nicola Barron and Roger Fell. He is a strong yet stylish rider who could one day be champion jockey.

HOW TO READ THE RACECARD

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BRANDO (29) 122120 D

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Br Ch g Pivotal - Argent du Bois (USA) Tom Eaves J O Mrs Angie Bailey Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T B Car Colston Hall Stud K. A. Ryan Racing S He has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 7l behind Mecca’s Angel at 20-1 when 9th of 19 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Coolmore Nunthorpe Stakes at York over 5f (good) last month. Drop back into handicaps should suit. Official BHA Rating 110

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor 1 Colour graphic 2 Saddlecloth number 3 Colour of horse B=bay Br=brown Ch=chesnut Gr=grey 4 Sex of horse c=colt h=horse g=gelding f=filly m=mare

5 Horse’s name 6 Country of Birth 7 Days since last run 8 Previous Performances /=new season -=new year C=course winner D=distance winner CD=course & distance winner BF=beaten favourite

9 Form guide 10 Age 11 Weight 12 Stalls Position

FORM RATINGS Included in the form guide below each horse is a form rating, calculated from the horse’s previous performances, taking into account a number of variables such as finishing position, distance won/beaten by, horses beaten/beaten by, weight carried, race time (compared with the standard time), going allowance, number of days since that performance, etc.

Horses which have not raced will not have a form rating, as may some horses which have raced but not recently in Britain or their performances to-date have not yet merited a rating.

Brando was the winner of the Ayr Gold Cup on Saturday, 17th September, 2016.

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FIRST RACE 5.10

THE WATCH ON RACING TV APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £6500 Prize Money. £3186 to the winning horse, the second to receive £1495, the third £748, the fourth £374, the fifth £300 and the sixth £300.

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): J Goldie (47 wins from 518 runners, 9%) runs COSA SARA and SHINE ON BRENDAN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Carr (1 win from 15 runners, 7%) runs CORNDAVON LAD LONGEST TRAVELLER: KOOLA BUALA trained by I Furtado, Newark, 279 miles. colours

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ELIXSOFT (IRE) (13) 06-6060 CD

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GREAT RIDLEY (GB) (20) 444-0

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CORNDAVON LAD (IRE) (32) 2330-00 CD

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4 RETIREMENT BECKONS (GB) (201) 324645- CD

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Br B m Elzaam (AUS) - Grandegrandegrande (IRE) Kieran Schofield J O Thoroughbred Homes Ltd Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T B Ciara Eglington Winner of six races from 7f to 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 2 1/2l behind dead-heaters Holy Endeavour and Strangerontheshore at 8-1 when seventh of 10 on her latest outing at Beverley over 1m earlier this month. Could go well. Official BHA Rating 58 Br B g Garswood - Blue Maisey Ryan Sexton (3) J O Mr Grant Tuer Grant Tuer, Northallerton T B Grant Tuer Herbs Unlimited S Yet to place in four starts. Well beaten at 16-1 behind Jamil when last of 14 on his latest outing at Catterick over 1m 4f (good to soft) earlier this month. Remains unexposed but does need to take a step forward to get off the mark today. Official BHA Rating 58 Br B g Camacho - Wild Ways Zak Wheatley (3) J O Mr George Murray Ruth Carr, Stillington T B Mr D. Gibbons Xre Construction Training Ltd, Precision Pumping & Metering Ltd S A winner at 1m on good to firm ground. Beaten 12l behind Pallas Lord at 33-1 when 10th of 11 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Hard to recommend based on his form so far this year. Official BHA Rating 54 Br B g Epaulette (AUS) - Mystical Ayr (IRE) Jonny Peate (3) J O R. Winning & Partner Linda Perratt, East Kilbride T B Miss L. A. Perratt He has won three times at 1m on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. Finished 3 1/2l behind Spartakos when fifth of 13 at 5-1 on his latest outing here over 7f (soft) in October last year. Often goes well and it would be no surprise to see him in the mix. Official BHA Rating 47

SHINE ON BRENDAN (IRE) (201) 536336-

Br B g Society Rock (IRE) - Something Magic Amie Waugh J O Let’s Be Lucky Racing 29 Jim Goldie, Glasgow T B Tally-Ho Stud Placed in nine of 25 starts. Finished 7l behind Temper Trap when sixth of 10 at 9-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (soft) in October last year. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Harvey Bastiman. Merits consideration. Official BHA Rating 47 Br Ch m Raven’s Pass (USA) - Naizah (IRE) Elle-May Croot (7) J O Mr Paul Tait Ivan Furtado, Newark T B Glenvale Stud & Edgeridge Ltd Placed in three of 17 starts. Beaten 8l behind Amelia R at 33-1 when last of 11 on her latest outing at Wolverhampton over 7f last month. Her most recent form suggests that she could be up against it in a race of this nature. Official BHA Rating 47

COSA SARA (IRE) (96) 00040-6

Br B f Gleneagles (IRE) - Antique Platinum (IRE) Gianluca Sanna (3) J O Summerstorm Bloodstock Ltd Jim Goldie, Glasgow T B Moyglare Stud Farms Ltd Unplaced in all 13 starts. Finished 7l behind Balqaa when sixth of 8 at 6-1 on her latest outing at Newcastle over 1m in January. A player based on the pick of her form, although others may be safer picks this evening.

Official BHA Rating 45

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2021: CORNDAVON LAD (IRE) 4 8 12 Oisin McSweeney 11-2 (Richard Fahey) 10 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 3. Hood worn by No. 4.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.

Stewards Note: RETIREMENT BECKONS: Following its run on 7/10/2021 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

KOOLA BUALA: Following its run on 18/3/2022 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

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Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Elixsoft (IRE), 7-2 Retirement Beckons (GB), 4-1 Shine On Brendan (IRE), 13-2 Cosa Sara (IRE), 10-1 Great Ridley (GB), 12-1 Corndavon Lad (IRE), 18-1 Koola Buala (IRE)

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In an open race the marginal preference is for ELIXSOFT, who was not beaten far despite meeting trouble in running at Beverley last time. Off a 1lb lower mark here, the seven-year-old mare could go well. Retirement Beckons was a consistent performer last year and he should not be underestimated on his return to action, while Shine On Brendan completes the shortlist.

Win: Elixsoft

Eachway: Retirement Beckons

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5f, 5f 110y & 6f - Centre 7f - Outside Remainder - Inside

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SECOND RACE 5.40

THE BET @racingtv.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £7500 Prize Money. £3726 to the winning horse, the second to receive £1749, the third £874, the fourth £437 and the fifth £300.

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D O’Meara (31 wins from 218 runners, 14%) runs COSMOS RAJ TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D O’Meara (8 wins from 48 runners, 17%) runs COSMOS RAJ LONGEST TRAVELLER: COSMOS RAJ trained by D O’Meara, Upper Helmsley, 207 miles. colours

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COSMOS RAJ (GB) (12) 11222-6 D

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TILSITT (FR) (193) 212100- CD

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Br B g Iffraaj - Cosmos Pink Jason Watson J O Mr Stuart Graham & Partner 2 David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T B Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd Gain Equine Nutrition S He has won three times at 1m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Finished 12l behind Empirestateofmind when sixth of 9 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Ripon over 1m (soft) earlier this month.

Drops in class today and merits serious consideration. Official BHA Rating 77 Br B g Charm Spirit (IRE) - Azores (IRE) Paddy Mathers J O Racing Connexions 10 R. Mike Smith, Galston T B S.A.S.U. Ecurie Des Monceaux He has won four times from 1m to 1m 2f on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather. Well beaten at 10-3fav behind Jaramillo when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m 2f in October last year. Goes well at this venue and must be respected. Official BHA Rating 77

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RAINS OF CASTAMERE (GB) (10) 6060-00 D

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Br Ch g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Shrimpton Andrew Mullen J O Mrs Wilma Duffus Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T B Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S Winner of six races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather.

Beaten 5l behind Gweedore at 80-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 7f earlier this month. Interesting now 4lb below his last winning mark. Official BHA Rating 75 Br B g Al Kazeem - It’s My Time Connor Beasley J O Sekura Group and John Burns Michael Dods, Darlington T B Genesis Green Stud Ltd Sekura Trade Frames Ltd S A winner at 7f on good ground. Finished 4l behind Ventura Rascal when fourth of 10 at 12-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) in September last year. Makes his seasonal reappearance this afternoon and is not without a chance. Official BHA Rating 74

MONHAMMER (GB) (222) 62030-

Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Soviet Terms Callum Rodriguez J O Jackton Racing Club Linda Perratt, East Kilbride T B Genesis Green Stud Ltd And Thurso Ltd North Allerton Racing Ltd S Placed twice in five starts. Beaten 14l behind Ventura Rascal at 125-1 when last of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) in September last year. Receives weight all round on only his second handicap start and he is open to improvement. Official BHA Rating 69

DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2021: LION TOWER (IRE) 4 9 8 Sam James 7-2 (Grant Tuer) 8 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.

Stewards Note: TILSITT: Following its run on 15/10/2021 it was reported that the horse had lost a shoe.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Cosmos Raj (GB), 3-1 Tilsitt (FR), Diamondonthehill (GB), 15-2 Rains of Castamere (GB), 33-1 Monhammer (GB)

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David O’Meara has made a terrific start to the season, and COSMOS RAJ could provide him with more success. The son of Iffraaj was progressive last year and reappeared with a creditable performance at Ripon earlier this month. Soft ground may not have seen the gelding to best effect there and he could go well on the forecast quicker ground. Rains Of Castamere drops in class and can get involved from 4lb below his last winning mark, while Tilsitt enters calculations returned to the venue of his latest victory.

Eachway: Tilsitt

Win: Cosmos Raj Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

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THIRD RACE 6.15

THE JOIN RACING TV NOW HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £7500 Prize Money. £3726 to the winning horse, the second to receive £1749, the third £874, the fourth £437, the fifth £300 and the sixth £300.

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): K Dalgleish (48 wins from 522 runners, 9%) runs VENTURA FLAME TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K Burke (9 wins from 46 runners, 20%) runs SHALLOW HAL LONGEST TRAVELLER: SHALAA ASKER trained by A P Keatley, Malton, 212 miles. colours

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PEARL OF QATAR (GB) (201) 634603- CD

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VENTURA FLAME (IRE) (183) 301325-

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SHALLOW HAL (GB) (11) 524322 CD

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Br Gr m Footstepsinthesand - Musical Molly (IRE) Phil Dennis J O Border Raiders & T Davidson Tristan Davidson, Carlisle T B Mrs Julie Anne Martin Jewson Limited S Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Third of 12 behind Cold Stare beaten 4l at 22-1 on her latest outing over this course and distance (soft) in October last year.

Capable of a decent showing as she runs off the same mark. Official BHA Rating 75 Br B m Dandy Man (IRE) - Kramer Drive (IRE) Callum Rodriguez J O Middleham Park Racing LXXXIII & Partner Keith Dalgleish, Carluke T B Emmet Mullins Middleham Park Racing S Winner of six races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. Finished 3 1/2l behind Ey Up It’s Maggie when fifth of 7 at 9-2 on her latest outing at Leicester over 5f (soft) in October last year. She has something to prove stepping back up in trip. Official BHA Rating 75

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Br B g Mayson - Bazelle Sam James J O Ontoawinner 14 & Mrs E Burke K. R. Burke, Leyburn T B Mrs J. A. Cornwell Ontoawinner, www.ontoawinner.net S Winner of five races at 6f on good to soft and heavy ground and on the all-weather. Beaten a neck by If You Dare when second of 11 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Lingfield over 6f earlier this month. Boasts leading credentials on his recent performances Official BHA Rating 74 Br B g Shalaa (IRE) - Miracle Seeker Ryan Sexton (7) J O Ontoawinner, Andy Finneran Adrian Keatley, Malton T B East Bloodstock Ltd & Deveron Ltd www.ontoawinner.net S Successful at 5f and 7f on the all-weather. Beaten 8l behind Seven Brothers at 14-1 when 10th of 18 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 7f (good) last month. Dropped 2lb for that effort and he isn’t without a chance. Official BHA Rating 72

KRAKEN POWER (IRE) (17) 30560-0 D

Br B g The Last Lion (IRE) - Throne Paul Mulrennan J O Mr Scott Fyffe & Mr James Fyffe Jim Goldie, Glasgow T B Cloneymore Farms Ltd & James C. Murtagh J. F. KEGS LTD S A winner at 6f on good to soft ground. Beaten 9l behind Run This Way at 16-1 when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 6f (soft) earlier this month. Others make more appeal, despite him appearing to be well handicapped. Official BHA Rating 70 Br Ch g Hot Streak (IRE) - A Great Beauty David Allan J O Flash Figs Racing Grant Tuer, Northallerton T B Plantation Stud Total Performance Data S He has won four times at 5f on the all-weather. Finished 6l behind Khabib when sixth of 7 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 5f last month. He is 3-9 for his current trainer and the switch back to turf may see further progression. Official BHA Rating 66

IRIS DANCER (GB) (197) 222543- D

Br B f Kodiac - Rainbow’s Arch (IRE) Jason Hart J O Auld Pals Tristan Davidson, Carlisle T B Llety Farms Jewson Limited S A winner at 6f on soft ground. Third of 12 behind Kats Bob beaten 1l at 11-1 on her latest outing at Musselburgh over 7f (soft) in October last year. A consistent individual who is likely to be competitive once again. Official BHA Rating 62

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2021: PEARL OF QATAR 5 8 11 Phil Dennis 3-1 (Tristan Davidson) 5 ran Hood worn by No. 1. Visor worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

Stewards Note: SHALAA ASKER: Following its run on 27/3/2022 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Shallow Hal (GB), 5-1 Iris Dancer (GB), 6-1 Ventura Flame (IRE), Blazing Hot (GB), 15-2 Shalaa Asker (GB), 11-1 Pearl of Qatar (GB), 14-1 Kraken Power (IRE) Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

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SHALLOW HAL has been knocking on the door recently and only just failed to get his head in front when beaten a neck at Lingfield on Good Friday. He is rated 12lb lower on turf and the five-year-old, who had also filled the runner-up spot on his penultimate start at Thirsk, gets the vote in his attempt for a sixth career victory. Ventura Flame won at Beverley in August and commands respect on his return to action, while Blazing Hot and Iris Dancer appeal most of the remainder.

Win: Shallow Hal

Eachway: Ventura Flame

NOTICES

Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration.

All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post.

FORM The figures in red to the right of the horses name refers to its placing in previous races.

Figures following the hyphen refer to this season’s form.

Trainers’ names, pedigrees etc. have been provided for the convenience of racegoers but are not guaranteed to be accurate.

PLEASE NOTE Each horse with form is given a rating, the higher the rating - the greater prospect of winning.

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FOURTH RACE 6.50

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for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £6500 Prize Money. £3186 to the winning horse, the second to receive £1495, the third £748, the fourth £374, the fifth £300 and the sixth £300.

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): K Dalgleish (48 wins from 522 runners, 9%) runs GOODWOOD GLEN and RED BOND TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D O’Meara (8 wins from 48 runners, 17%) runs AL QAASIM LONGEST TRAVELLER: LEDNIKOV trained by I Furtado, Newark, 279 miles. colours

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GOODWOOD GLEN (GB) (10) 10004-6

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AL QAASIM (IRE) (15) 112321

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RED BOND (IRE) (31) 0503-20 D

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6 LEDNIKOV (GB) (43) 353-000

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Br B g Territories (IRE) - Bonnie Brae Billy Garritty J O Campbell, Gilbert & MacKenzie Keith Dalgleish, Carluke T B Rosyground Stud A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 8l behind Makeen when sixth of 12 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month. He was behind a number of these last time and needs more. Official BHA Rating 67 Br Ch g Free Eagle (IRE) - Nebraas Jason Watson J O Lee Bond & Robert Matheson David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T B Irish National Stud He has won three times at 1m on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 3-1jt-fav at Pontefract over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month, beating Dogged by 1l. He’s been in fine form this year already and another bold bid looks likely. Official BHA Rating 67 Br B g Red Jazz (USA) - Faithfulbond (IRE) Callum Rodriguez J O Middleham Park Racing XXVII Keith Dalgleish, Carluke T B Mrs Colette Todd Middleham Park Racing S He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago.

Beaten 8l behind Sandyman at 9-2 when eighth of 13 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 1m 2f (good to soft) last month. Has a tongue strap applied for the first time. Official BHA Rating 66

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Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Pearl Dance (USA) Jason Hart J O Mrs C M Clarke, Foulrice Park Racing Ltd Liam Bailey, Middleham T B Mr J. Dance Show Business Interiors Ltd S A winner at 50-1 at Redcar over 1m 2f (soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Al Qaasim by 1 1/4l. There appeared no fluke about his win last time and he may well be capable of following up despite the 4lb rise. Official BHA Rating 64

ROYAL REGENT (GB) (201) 431534- CD

Br B g Urgent Request (IRE) - Royal Citadel (IRE) Connor Murtagh (3) J O Mr Steve Dick R. Mike Smith, Galston T B Mr Steve Dick Tote S Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 2f on good to firm and soft ground. Finished 4l behind Dr T J Eckleburg when fourth of 8 at 10-3jt-fav on his latest outing over this course and distance (soft) in October last year.

Five-time course winner who merits respect here. Official BHA Rating 59 Br B g Footstepsinthesand - Ledena Paul Mulrennan J O Mr Paul Tait Ivan Furtado, Newark T B Litex Commerce Placed in three of eight starts. Well beaten at 100-1 behind Forge Valley Lad when 11th of 12 on his latest outing at Wolverhampton over 1m 1f last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time, which may help as he bids to find the form he showed in France. Official BHA Rating 55

FLYING MOON (GER) (201) 540634- C

Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Finity (USA) Paddy Mathers J O West Loudoun Racing Club R. Mike Smith, Galston T B Gestut Hofgut Heymann Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 3f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. Finished 2 3/4l behind Havana Go when fourth of 9 at 9-2 on his latest outing here over 1m (soft) in October last year. Two-time course winner who has his first outing of the season. Official BHA Rating 54

8 SEVEN FOR A POUND (USA) (239) 50/6001- D

Br B g Scat Daddy (USA) - Gimlet Witha Twist (USA) James Sullivan J O Mr Eric Broadwith Ruth Carr, Stillington T B Timber Town Stable, LLC & J. Winegardner Xre Construction Training Ltd S Successful twice at 1m 2f on good ground. A winner at 25-1 at Ripon over 1m 2f (good) on his latest outing in August last year, beating Thriller’s Moon by 1/2l. Won on his first start for his current trainer but hasn’t been seen since. Official BHA Rating 48 Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

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DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2021: GREENGAGE (IRE) 6 9 6 Jason Hart 11-4 (Tristan Davidson) 10 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5, 8.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Al Qaasim (IRE), 10-3 Clansman (GB), 7-1 Flying Moon (GER), 15-2 Red Bond (IRE), 17-2 Royal Regent (GB), 10-1 Goodwood Glen (GB), 11-1 Seven For A Pound (USA), 150-1 Lednikov (GB)

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CLANSMAN was shock 50/1 winner on his first start for Liam Bailey at Redcar and there appeared to be no fluke about his win. It was his first start since being gelded and perhaps a mixture of that and his new surroundings looks to have rejuvenated him. Al Qaasim is respected having been in fine form so far this year, winning twice at Southwell and last time at Pontefract. Seven For A Pound hasn’t been seen since winning at Ripon in August but is worth a market check.

Win: Clansman

Eachway: Al Qaasim

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RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): J Goldie (47 wins from 518 runners, 9%) runs MILLIEMIX and SOPHIESTICATE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K Burke (9 wins from 46 runners, 20%) runs BREAKING LIGHT LONGEST TRAVELLER: BRAZILIAN BEACH trained by T Easterby, Malton, 212 miles. colours

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Br B f Camacho - Boucheron Billy Garritty J O Mrs C M Clarke, Foulrice Park Racing Ltd Liam Bailey, Middleham T B Stonecross Stud Show Business Interiors Ltd S Unplaced in both starts. Finished 9l behind Muhtashim when sixth of 9 at 200-1 on her latest outing at Newcastle over 1m last month. Needs to take another significant step forward to get off the mark this evening. Official BHA Rating Br Gr or Ro f Mazameer (IRE) - Crosby Millie O The Vital Sparks B Sheila M Tysoe

Amie Waugh (5) J Jim Goldie, Glasgow T Jim Goldie Racing S

Half-sister to Vital Calling, won at 7f. A market inspection is required but she looks to be up against it on her racecourse debut this evening. Official BHA Rating -

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Br B f Fast Company (IRE) - Dutota Desejada (BRZ) David Allan J O Mr M. J. Macleod Tim Easterby, Malton T B Godolphin Baker Finch Interiors, Leods Contracts S Placed twice in six starts. Third of 12 behind Chola Empire beaten 6l at 9-1 on her latest outing at Chelmsford City over 7f in October last year. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Charlie & Mark Johnston. Has to be of some interest. Official BHA Rating 71 Br B f Dabirsim (FR) - Twilight Tear Sam James J O Cornthrop Bloodstock & Mrs B Keller K. R. Burke, Leyburn T B E.A.R.L. Haras de Grandcamp Tweenhills Farm & Stud Ltd S Beaten 3/4l by Merlin’s Lady when second of 9 at 10-1 on her racecourse debut over this course and distance (soft) in August last year. That was a very promising performance and it would be no surprise to see her go well today. Official BHA Rating -

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DANDY’S DIVA (IRE) (32) 0420-0

Br Ch f Dandy Man (IRE) - Ai Chan (IRE) Paddy Mathers J O Mr S Laffan R. Mike Smith, Galston T B Mr Kinya Murakami Fayze (UK) Ltd S Yet to place in five starts. Beaten 8l behind Ba Na Hills at 66-1 when 10th of 11 on her latest outing at Newcastle over 7f last month. Has shown promise on a couple of occasions but she may struggle in this company. Official BHA Rating 60 Br Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Elas Diamond Joe Fanning J O Newsells Park Stud - Ossie Ardiles Synd.

Charlie & Mark Johnston, Middleham T B Newsells Park Stud Newsells Park Stud Ltd, Johnston Racing Ltd S Placed once in three starts. Beaten 1/2l by Atomise when second of 6 at 11-1 on her latest outing at Leicester over 6f (soft) in October last year. Arguably improved with every start last year and she has to be on the shortlist. Official BHA Rating 72

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Br B f Dragon Pulse (IRE) - Paradwys (IRE) Andrew Mullen J O Mrs Janis MacPherson Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T B Cooneen Stud Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S Dam won at 6f and is a half-sister to the dam of the 1000 Guineas winner Mother Earth. Connections parted with 38,000 pounds to purchase her as a yearling and any market support would have to be noted.

Official BHA Rating -

8 SMILING JAYNE (IRE) (213) 26-

Br B or Br f Farhh - Limber Up (IRE) Jason Watson J O Clipper Logistics David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T B Ennistown Stud Placed once in two starts. Finished 7l behind Kick On Girl when last of 6 at 13-8fav on her latest outing at Haydock over 1m (good to firm) in September last year. Showed more promise when narrowly beaten on debut and it is far too soon to be writing her off. Official BHA Rating Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

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Br B f War Command (USA) - Lenoire Paul Mulrennan J O Mr W. M. Johnstone Jim Goldie, Glasgow T B W. M. Johnstone Jim Goldie Racing S Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 8l behind Yellow Bear at 80-1 when eighth of 13 on her latest outing at Thirsk over 1m (soft) earlier this month. Has yet to show the form required to win a race of this nature and may be better suited to handicaps in time Official BHA Rating -

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2021: TURANDOT (IRE) 3 9 0 David Nolan 7-4 (David O’Meara) 8 ran

Stewards Note: SMILING JAYNE: Following its run on 25/9/2021 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Espressoo (GB), 10-3 Breaking Light (FR), 7-2 Smiling Jayne (IRE), 17-2 Brazilian Beach (IRE), 20-1 Matti (IRE), 33-1 Milliemix (GB), Dandy’s Diva (IRE), Sophiesticate (IRE), 100-1 City Central (IRE)

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BREAKING LIGHT displayed plenty of promise when finishing a close second on her racecourse debut over course and distance last August and Karl Burke’s filly could be hard to beat with the benefit of that experience. Espressoo put in a career best on her final start as a juvenile and she is an obvious threat to the selection. Smiling Jayne is another with valid form claims, while Matti and Brazilian Beach should also be noted.

Win: Breaking Light

Eachway: Espressoo

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SIXTH RACE 8.00

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RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): J Goldie (47 wins from 518 runners, 9%) runs RORY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (5 wins from 81 runners, 6%) runs ALBEGONE LONGEST TRAVELLER: ALBEGONE trained by T Easterby, Malton, 212 miles. colours

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Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Ruby Slippers Ben Robinson J O BJordan,BrianJordan,SJordan&NMcConnell Ewan Whillans, Hawick T B T. J. Cooper Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on good to firm ground. Beaten 9l behind Rose Bandit at 16-1 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month. Dropped a further 2lb for that effort, but he must take a step forward today. Official BHA Rating 69 Br B g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Pacngo David Allan J O Mr D B & Mrs C Lamplough & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T B Habton Farms & Mr D. Lamplough Easthorpe Hall Stud S Successful twice at 5f on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 8l behind King Of Tonga at 9-1 when 9th of 14 on his latest outing at Pontefract over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month. The handicapper has been in control lately, so it is likely he will need to find more. Official BHA Rating 67 Br Ch g Orientor - Eternal Instinct Paul Mulrennan J O Mr Hugh Connor Jim Goldie, Glasgow T B Goldie Racing Limited TOUGH CONSTRUCTION LIMITED S Successful twice at 5f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Rose Bandit when fifth of 12 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month. Has won here in the past and is a key player on his second start of the season. Official BHA Rating 66

Br B m Requinto (IRE) - Poppy’s Rose Andrew Mullen J O The Strattonites Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T B M. Phelan Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on good and good to soft ground. A winner at 11-1 at Musselburgh over 5f (good to soft) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Khabib by a nose. 3lb rise may not be beyond her and she commands plenty of respect. Official BHA Rating 66

NODSASGOODASAWINK (GB) (231) 202100-

Br Ch f Sixties Icon - Winkaway Paddy Mathers J O J & R Winning Linda Perratt, East Kilbride T B Norman Court Stud, P. Taplin & MCB Ltd Hot Tub Supercentre S Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and soft ground. Beaten 13l behind Polam Lane at 33-1 when last of 8 on her latest outing at Catterick over 6f (good) in September last year. Up in class for her reappearance run and she may find a few too strong this evening. Official BHA Rating 60

6 SPANISH ANGEL (IRE) (6) 0056-03 D

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Br Br g Gutaifan (IRE) - City Dazzler (IRE) James Sullivan J O Mrs M Chapman, Mrs R Carr, Mr G Shields Ruth Carr, Stillington T B Elaine Chivers Xre Construction Training Ltd S He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Third of 10 behind Isle Of Dreams beaten 1 1/2l at 7-1 on his latest outing at Catterick over 5f (good) earlier this month. He could be involved if building on his latest effort. Official BHA Rating 59

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2021: NOMAN (IRE) 3 9 4 Jason Hart 1-9 (Hugo Palmer) 3 ran Blinkers worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5.

Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Rose Bandit (IRE), 3-1 Spanish Angel (IRE), 4-1 Rory (GB), 9-2 Albegone (GB), 12-1 Jordan Electrics (GB), 22-1 Nodsasgoodasawink (GB)

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Rose Bandit may be a warm order at the top of the market following her recent success at Musselburgh, where RORY finished in behind. However, given the latter had to concede race fitness that day, it may be wise to opt for Jim Goldie’s gelding instead. Paul Mulrennan has been aboard for both career victories and returns to the saddle, which could be a further indicator of his chances.

Spanish Angel performed with great credit at Catterick and he is not without a chance if he can build on that effort.

Win: Rory

Eachway: Rose Bandit

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SEVENTH RACE 8.30

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for four yrs old and upwards x Total race value £7500 Prize Money. £3726 to the winning horse, the second to receive £1749, the third £874, the fourth £437, the fifth £300 and the sixth £300.

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): K Dalgleish (48 wins from 522 runners, 9%) runs CHOOKIE DUNEDIN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K Burke (9 wins from 46 runners, 20%) runs ASTRO JAKK LONGEST TRAVELLER: TASKHEER trained by E Bethell, Middleham, 164 miles. colours

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Br B g Epaulette (AUS) - Lady of Windsor (IRE) Ryan Sexton (7) J O Raeburn Brick Limited Keith Dalgleish, Carluke T B D. and J. Raeburn Has won 12 races from 5f to 7f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 1/2l by Carnival Zain when second of 13 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Catterick over 7f (good to soft) earlier this month.

Expected to be in the thick of the action once more. Official BHA Rating 72 Br B g Coulsty (IRE) - Cannot Give (USA) Connor Beasley J O Denton Hall Racing Ltd Michael Dods, Darlington T B Mrs M. Gertberg Denton Hall Racing Ltd S A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Finished 4l behind Kats Bob when fifth of 12 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 7f (soft) in October last year. A bit inconsistent in 2021, but he has slipped to a handy mark and has claims if ready to roll. Official BHA Rating 72

Br B g Golden Horn - Shaarfa (USA) Jason Watson J O Future Champions Racing Taskheer Edward Bethell, Middleham T B Shadwell Estate Company Limited A winner at 1m 1f. Third of 12 behind Makeen beaten 2 3/4l at 9-2 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month. Offered plenty of encouragement since arriving from France and he is a player as long as the drop in trip isn’t a problem. Official BHA Rating 70 Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - By The Edge (IRE) Sam James J O Titanium Racing Club K. R. Burke, Leyburn T B P. Hyland & C. & J. Mchale Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on the all-weather. Finished 5l behind Soar Above when fourth of 9 at 28-1 on his latest outing at Kempton over 6f earlier this month. Most effective on artificial surfaces but, as a result, he is comparatively well treated on turf. Official BHA Rating 70

MERRICOURT (IRE) (10) 1530-54 C

Br Gr g Mizzen Mast (USA) - Elite Andrew Mullen J O Mr Allan McLuckie Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T B Nawara Stud Limited Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S He has won four times at 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 4l behind Makeen when fourth of 12 at 66-1 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month. More to like about that but must step forward again. Official BHA Rating 64

6 YAASER (IRE) (22) 6/0060-0

Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Urjuwaan Ben Robinson J O Michele Craig and David D Smith Jim Goldie, Glasgow T B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Simply Holistic S Unplaced in all six starts. Well beaten at 16-1 behind Clansman when 11th of 12 on his latest outing at Redcar over 1m 2f (soft) earlier this month. Since arriving in the UK, he has beaten a total of two opponents home in four appearances so he is difficult to recommend. Official BHA Rating 57

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2021: HONG KONG HARRY (IRE) 4 9 2 Paul Hanagan 5-2 (Richard Fahey) 4 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

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Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Taskheer (IRE), 3-1 Chookie Dunedin (GB), 7-2 Merricourt (IRE), 7-1 Astro Jakk (IRE), 15-2 Diamond Haze (IRE), 25-1 Yaaser (IRE)

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CHOOKIE DUNEDIN is arguably unlucky not to be coming into this on the back of a three-timer having just been touched off at Catterick earlier in the month. The Keith Dalgleish-trained sevenyear-old had previously scored at Southwell and Wolverhampton in March and a return to turf last time didn’t appear to be an inconvenience. Taskheer was third at Musselburgh 10 days ago and still looks relatively unexposed. Merricourt looked booked for the places last time until tiring late on, a drop to this trip may suit.

Win: Chookie Dunedin

Eachway: Taskheer

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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 5.10 - THE WATCH ON RACING TV APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3186 to the winning horse The second to receive £1495, the third £748, the fourth £374, the fifth £300 and the sixth £300. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £27 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £22 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 24th. Lowest weight 8st 10lb; Highest weight 9st 10lb Penalties, after April 16th, 2022, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. To be ridden by Apprentice Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 52 of the Weights and Handicapping Code who, prior to April 23rd, 2022, have not ridden more than 50 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority Allowances: Jockeys who have not ridden more than 25 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 11 entries at £27. - Closed April 20th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2518; Second £1258; Third £630; Fourth £314; Fifth £240; Sixth £240. (Penalty Value £3186) A SS SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 5.40 - THE BET @racingtv.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3726 to the winning horse The second to receive £1749, the third £874, the fourth £437 and the fifth £300. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £34 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 24th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 7lb Penalties, after April 16th, 2022, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. AYR RACECOURSE will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

11 entries at £34. - Closed April 20th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2944; Second £1472; Third £736; Fourth £368; Fifth £240. (Penalty Value £3726) SS SEE PAGE 9 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 6.15 - THE JOIN RACING TV NOW HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3726 to the winning horse The second to receive £1749, the third £874, the fourth £437, the fifth £300 and the sixth £300. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £34 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 24th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 7lb Penalties, after April 16th, 2022, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. RACING TV has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 13 entries at £34. - Closed April 20th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2944; Second £1472; Third £736; Fourth £368; Fifth £240; Sixth £240. (Penalty Value £3726) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 6.50 - THE VISIT racingtv.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3186 to the winning horse The second to receive £1495, the third £748, the fourth £374, the fifth £300 and the sixth £300. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 66 and 67; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £27 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £22 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 24th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 7lb Penalties, after April 16th, 2022, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Racing TV has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 17 entries at £27. - Closed April 20th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2518; Second £1258; Third £630; Fourth £314; Fifth £240; Sixth £240. (Penalty Value £3186) SS SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 7.25 - THE RACING TV PROFITS RETURNED TO RACING MAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5940 to the winning horse The second to receive £2788, the third £1394 and the fourth £697. for maiden three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, April 20th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 24th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st; 4-y-o and up 9st 13lb. Ayr Racecourse has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 12 entries at £45. - Closed April 20th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4694; Second £2346; Third £1174; Fourth £586. (Penalty Value £5940) SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 8.00 - THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3726 to the winning horse The second to receive £1749, the third £874, the fourth £437, the fifth £300 and the sixth £300. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72; such horses rated 50 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £32 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £26 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 24th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 7lb Penalties, after April 16th, 2022, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. RACING TV has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 11 entries at £32. - Closed April 20th, 2022.

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2944; Second £1472; Third £736; Fourth £368; Fifth £240; Sixth £240.

(Penalty Value £3726) SS SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 8.30 - THE 100% RACINGTV PROFITS BACK TO RACING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3726 to the winning horse The second to receive £1749, the third £874, the fourth £437, the fifth £300 and the sixth £300. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72; such horses rated 50 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £32 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £26 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 24th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 7lb Penalties, after April 16th, 2022, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. AYR RACECOURSE has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 14 entries at £32. - Closed April 20th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2944; Second £1472; Third £736; Fourth £368; Fifth £240; Sixth £240.

(Penalty Value £3726) SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

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TODAY’S OFFICIALS Stewards Adrian Sharpe (Chief Steward) John Wilson (Stewards’ Panel Chair) Lyndsay Allan, Adrian Smith, Stephanie Swanney

AYR RACECOURSE Managing Director David Brown Operations Manager Ross Donald Mobile: 07724 903819 Email: rdonald@ayr-racecourse.co.uk

Starters Stuart Turner Michael Reid

Clerk of the Course & Head Groundsman Graeme Anderson Mobile: 07768 651261 Twitter: @ClerkAyr

Judge Fraser Perratt Clerk of the Scales Michael Roberts

2 Whitletts Road, Ayr, KA8 0JE

Veterinary Officer Arthur Kidd

Telephone: (01292) 264179

Veterinary Surgeons Will Marshall & David Sutton

Email: info@ayr-racecourse.co.uk

Fax: (01292) 610140. www.ayr-racecourse.co.uk

Medical Officers Lindsey Donaldson, Andy Malyon, Anthony Hampstead Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers James Bonar, Linda Porter, Tracey Hamilton, Michelle Maughan, Melanie Swarbrick Commentator Ian Bartlett Betting Ring Manager John Clark

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