Ayr Racecard - Wednesday 24th May

WELCOME TO AYR RACECOURSE

Welcome to Ayr Racecourse and whether you are a first time racegoer or a seasoned racing enthusiast I hope you have an enjoyable experience with us today.

Tennent’s Raceday features our first Class 1 Listed race of the Flat season, the Tennent’s Lager British Stallion Studs EBF Rothesay Fillies’ Stakes and we have a field of quality runners competing in the race from some of the leading stables throughout the country

I’d like to thank our owners and trainers for choosing to run their horses here today

My sincere thanks go to Tennent’s, the European Breeders Fund, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Dead Man’s Finger, Whitley Neill, Guinness and Absolut Vodka for their sponsorship.

I wish all connections the very best of luck and sincerely hope you have an enjoyable and successful day and return again in the future.

I would also like to thank our racegoers for attending and wish you all an enjoyable and successful visit to Ayr and a safe journey home.

David Brown Managing Director

MEET THE RACECOURSE TEAM

Ayr Racecourse

Graeme Anderson Clerk of the Course & Head Groundsman

Lindsey Smith Sales & Marketing Manager

Sam Shields Head Chef

Jim MacLellan Owners & Trainers Liaison

Jane McManus Winning Connections

Jim Delahunt Raceday Presenter

Ross Donald Raceday Operations Manager

David Brown Managing Director

TODAY’S JOCKEYS AND TRAINERS

Listed below are the Jockeys and Trainers in action at today’s meeting.

JOCKEYS

TRAINERS

David & Nicola Barron

4.30, 5.30

Ruth Carr

2.55, 4.30, 5.30

Keith Dalgleish

5.00

Harry Eustace

3.30

Richard Fahey

2.20

Roger Fell

2.20

Jim Goldie

2.55 4.00 4.30 5.00

5.30

Rae Guest

3.30

Iain Jardine

2.20, 2.55, 5.00, 5.30

Charlie Johnston

2.20 3.30 4.00 5.00

Adrian Keatley

5.30

A. McCann

2.55, 4.00, 4.30, 5.30

J. P. Murtagh

3.30, 5.00

David O’Meara

4.00 4.30 5.00

Linda Perratt

2.55, 4.30, 5.30

Lucinda Russell 4.00, 5.30

Kevin Ryan 2.20 4.00

R. Mike Smith 4.00, 5.00, 5.30

Sir Michael Stoute 3.30

Nigel Tinkler

Roger Varian

John Wainwright

2.55

Archie Watson

2.20, 3.30, 4.00

Ewan Whillans 4.30

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JA ME SO N , GIN GE R AL E & LI ME BE ST SE RV ED WI TH TH E CR AI C.

THE JAMESON IRISH WHISKEY EBF STALLIONS MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for maiden two yrs old x Total prize fund £10000 Prize Money.£5400 to the winning horse The second to receive £2535 the third £1268 and the fourth £634

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Fahey (35 wins from 337 runners, 10%) runs MUSHTEREK TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K Ryan (7 wins from 37 runners, 19%) runs JEHANGEER LONGEST TRAVELLER: ARMY ETHOS trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, 357 miles.

colours no horse st-lb Draw

1 ARMY ETHOS (GB) (-)

9-7 (1)

Br B c Shalaa (IRE) - Dream Dana (IRE) Hollie Doyle J

O Victorious Racing & Fawzi Nass Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T

B Plantation Stud Oliver St Lawrence Bloodstock Limited S

Half-brother to Operatic, won twice at 5f and 6f Cost 120,000gns as a yearling and he is related to some useful sorts so he is one to be interested in, with his trainer often doing well here. Official BHA Rating -

2 DINGWALL (GB) (-)

9-7 (3)

Br B c Calyx - Please Sing Andrew Mullen J

O Mr Ian Jones Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Michael E Wates CBE Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes S

Half-brother to Four Seasons and Good Governance, who won four times between 6f and 1m at a good level in the US. Boasts a smart pedigree and this 85,000gns Calyx colt is worth following in the betting. Official BHA Rating -

3 JEHANGEER (IRE) (-)

9-7 (5)

Br B c Kodiac - Spasha Tom Eaves J

O Mr Jaber Abdullah Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Full brother to Hello Youmzain, won five times at 6f including two Group 1 races. Makes plenty of appeal on paper and is one for the shortlist. Official BHA Rating -

4 MUSHTEREK (IRE) (-)

9-7 (6)

Br Ch c Mehmas (IRE) - Zambezi Queen (IRE) Oisin Orr J

O Sheikh Abdullah Almalek Alsabah Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Billy McEnery & Paul McEnery

Dam won at 6f Bought for 78,000gns at a recent breeze-up sale and this son of Mehmas, who is from the family of former top sprinter Pipalong, is one to keep a close eye on. Official BHA Rating -

5 SOVEREIGN NATION (GB) (-)

9-7 (2)

Br B c Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - De Veer Cliffs (IRE) Joe Fanning J

O Mrs Jane Newett Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Jane Newett Johnston Racing Ltd S

Half-brother to Cliffsofthunder, won at 1m Likely to relish a stiffer test and this racecourse debut should reveal more. Official BHA Rating -

6 HEROIC ANGEL (IRE) (-)

9-2 (4)

Br B f Soldier’s Call - Holy Norma Jason Hart J

O Nick Bradley Racing 3 and Partner Roger Fell, Nawton T

B Michael O’Mahony Or8wellness, Tote S

Half-sister to Gorane, won at 5f and 6f, including in Listed company The only filly in this contest so she is receipt of weight all round and must not be taken lightly Official BHA Rating -

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Army Ethos (GB), 9-2 Mushterek (IRE), 11-2 Sovereign Nation (GB), 6-1 Jehangeer (IRE), 7-1 Heroic Angel (IRE), 9-1 Dingwall (GB)

The market should prove informative in this race full of newcomers, with a tentative vote going to JEHANGEER Kevin Ryan’s colt is a brother to dual Group 1-winning sprinter Hello Youmzain and he will take some stopping if he has inherited even a fraction of that ability. Army Ethos ticks plenty of boxes and could prove the chief threat, more so given his trainer’s respectable strike-rate at the course, with Dingwall making most appeal of the remainder.

totewin: Jehangeer

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

toteeachway: Army Ethos

The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.

POSITION OF STALLS

5f, 5.5f & 6f - Centre

7f - Outside

Remainder - Inside

ENTERTAINMENT

Enjoy live music after racing when top covers band HIGHWAY will play for three hours in the Princess Royal Suite.

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.

FRIDAY 18TH AUGUST FRIDAY 18TH AUGUST FRIDAY 18TH

SECOND RACE 2.55

THE DEAD MAN’S FINGERS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000 Prize Money.£3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214.

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): J Goldie (57 wins from 566 runners, 10%) runs GLOBAL HUMOR & KRAKEN POWER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Carr (4 wins from 30 runners, 13%) runs FREEDOM FLYER & HARD SOLUTION FANCY THAT: J Goldie won this race in 2017 and 2018 The stable runs GLOBAL HUMOR & KRAKEN POWER today LONGEST TRAVELLER: EMPRESS OF BOUGH trained by A Mccann, Ireland.

1 KRAKEN POWER (IRE) (51) 622243 D BF 5 10-1 (1)

Br B g The Last Lion (IRE) - Throne Joanna Mason J

O Mr Paul Stewart Jim Goldie, Glasgow T

B Cloneymore Farms Ltd & James C. Murtagh Jim Goldie Racing S

He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Third of 10 behind Rhythm beaten 1 3/4l at 10-3fav on his latest outing at Newcastle over 6f last month. A leading contender on the consistent form he has shown in recent starts. Official BHA Rating 61

2 FREEDOM FLYER (IRE) (16) 6-21342 D 6 10-0 (9)

Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Liberating James Sullivan J

O Mr D Renton and Mrs R Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington T

B Airlie Stud & Mrs S. M. Rogers XRE Construction Training Ltd S

Successful at 5f and 6f on soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 1l by One Last Hug when second of 12 at 6-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) earlier this month. He looks the one to beat on the back of that strong effort. Official BHA Rating 60

3 GLOBAL HUMOR (USA) (5) 630-000 C D 8 9-12 (7)

Br B g Distorted Humor (USA) - In Bloom (USA) Paul Mulrennan J

O Mr Paul Stewart Jim Goldie, Glasgow T

B Russell L. Reineman Stable, Inc Jim Goldie Racing S

Has won eight races from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather Beaten 5l behind Mews House at 10-1 when seventh of eight on his latest outing at Hamilton over 5f (good) earlier this month. Easy enough to look elsewhere. Official BHA Rating 58 (-1)

4 GISELLES IZZY (IRE) (19) 353203 D

4 9-8 (2)

Br B f Camacho - Miss Cape (IRE) Andrew Mullen J

O Sons of Stirling Ltd Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Denis Noonan Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes S

A winner at 6f on the all-weather Third of seven behind Gunnerside beaten 6l at 8-1 on her latest outing at Musselburgh over 7f (good to soft) earlier this month. A player based on the pick of her form, although she does not win too often. Official BHA Rating 54

5 EMPRESS OF BOUGH (IRE) (32) 200-200

Br B f Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - La Ninfa Rossa

4 9-7 (3)

Shane Markey (7) J

O Mr Thomas Cochrane A. McCann, Ireland T

B La Ninfa Rossa Partnership

Placed in three of 11 starts. Beaten 20l behind Tawaazon at 18-1 when 13th of 20 on her latest outing at Navan over 6f (soft) last month. One to watch having been sent over from Ireland, where she has run to an average level. Official BHA Rating 53

6 NODSASGOODASAWINK (GB) (16) 00060-0 D

5 9-0 (6)

Br Ch m Sixties Icon - Winkaway Paddy Mathers J

O Miss L. A. Perratt

B Norman Court Stud, P. Taplin & MCB Ltd

Linda Perratt, East Kilbride T

Linda Perratt Racing Club S

Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and soft ground. Beaten 11l behind One Last Hug at 25-1 when 11th of 12 on her latest outing over this course and distance (good) earlier this month. Runs from 1lb out of the handicap and was due to run here on Tuesday evening. Official BHA Rating 45

7

ELETTARIA (IRE) (13) 0500-00 4 9-0 (4)

Br B f Mehmas (IRE) - Rayon Rouge (IRE) Cam Hardie J

O John Wainwright Racing Club

B New Line Stud Ltd

John Wainwright, Malton T

Unplaced in all eight starts. Well beaten at 80-1 behind Ey Up Its Jazz when last of 14 on her latest outing at Thirsk over 7f (heavy) earlier this month. Runs from 1lb out of the handicap. She is wearing cheekpieces for the first time but does not inspire much confidence. Official BHA Rating 45

8 BURTONLODGE BEAUTY (IRE) (5) 00-0060 4 9-0 (8)

Br B f Bungle Inthejungle - Katevan (IRE)

O The Hon Miss Heather Galbraith

B Rathasker Stud

David Allan J

Linda Perratt, East Kilbride T

Linda Perratt Racing Club S

A winner at 5f on soft ground. Beaten 14l behind Mews House at 28-1 when last of eight on her latest outing at Hamilton over 5f (good) earlier this month. Runs from 1lb out of the handicap. Unlikely to threaten the principals. Official BHA Rating 45 (-1)

9 HARD SOLUTION (GB) (19) 0-53606 D

Br Ch g Showcasing - Copy-Cat

O Ruth Carr Racing Club

7 9-0 (5)

Tom Eaves J

Ruth Carr, Stillington T

B Whitsbury Manor Stud XRE Construction Training Ltd S

Has won eight races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather

Finished 10l behind Another Angel when sixth of seven at 16-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 5f earlier this month. Faces another tough assignment. Official BHA Rating 43

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2022: SLAINTE MHATH 4 9 2 Jason Hart 11-1 (Katie Scott) 8 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 6, 8.

Stewards Note:

GLOBAL HUMOR: Following its run on 19/5/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Freedom Flyer (IRE), 5-2 Kraken Power (IRE), 7-1 Giselles Izzy (IRE), Empress of Bough (IRE), 11-1 Global Humor (USA), 18-1 Hard Solution (GB), 33-1 Nodsasgoodasawink (GB), 50-1 Burtonlodge Beauty (IRE), 66-1 Elettaria (IRE)

1ST

3RD 4TH TIME

2ND

RACE RESULT DISTANCES

This can go the way of FREEDOM FLYER, who must hold every chance if building upon a strong runner-up effort over C&D earlier in the month. Ruth Carr’s charge gets in here off an unchanged mark and he is preferred to the likes of Giselles Izzy and Kraken Power, who has been in consistent form on the all-weather this year and may be able to continue that back on turf.

totewin: Freedom Flyer

CASH MACHINES

Cash machines are located at the Princess Royal entrance.

toteeachway: Kraken Power

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The charity is only able to support young people’s education through the kind donations it receives

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THE TENNENT’S LAGER BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF ROTHESAY STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £47000 Prize Money.£26653 to the winning horse The second to receive £10105 the third £5057 the fourth £2519, the fifth £1264 and the sixth £634

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Varian (6 wins from 23 runners, 26%) runs AL HUSN

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Varian (4 wins from 34 runners, 12%) runs AL HUSN

FANCY THAT: R Varian won this race in 2017 and 2019 The stable runs AL HUSN today

LONGEST TRAVELLER: ANGELS WRATH trained by J P Murtagh, Ireland.

1 AL HUSN (IRE) (17) 41/111-2 D

Br B f Dubawi (IRE) - Hadaatha (IRE) Jim Crowley J

O Shadwell Estate Company Ltd Roger Varian, Newmarket T B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

She has won four times from 1m to 1m 2f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 6l by Via Sistina when second of 9 on her latest outing in the Group 2 Howden Dahlia Stakes at Newmarket over 1m 1f (soft) earlier this month. Expected to be bang there. Official BHA Rating 103

2 ANGELS WRATH (IRE) (21) 0/0-4202

9-2 (7)

Br B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Cailini Alainn (IRE) Ben Coen J

O Newtown Anner Stud Farm J. P. Murtagh, Ireland T

B Newtown Anner Stud

A winner at 7f on the all-weather Beaten 2 1/2l by Indian Wish when second of 14 at 80-1 on her latest outing in a Listed contest at Gowran Park over 1m 1f (yielding) earlier this month. Irish raider defied her huge odds on that occasion and could be on the improve. Official BHA Rating 96

3 CRYSTAL CAPRICE (IRE) (22) 11130-5 4 9-2 (1)

Br B f Frankel - Crystal Zvezda Richard Kingscote J

O Exors of the late Sir E. D. Rothschild Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket T

B Southcourt Stud

She has won three times at 1m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Finished 13l behind One For Bobby when fifth of 10 at 9-2 on her latest outing at Nottingham over 1m 2f (soft) earlier this month. She can continue to prove very competitive at this level. Official BHA Rating 101

4 JEWEL IN MY CROWN (GB) (19) 6110-35 D 5 9-2 (3)

Br Gr m Mukhadram - Rosa Grace Callum Shepherd J

O Mr E. P. Duggan Rae Guest, Newmarket T

B Mr E. Duggan Flahive Brickwork Ltd S

Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 3f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Well beaten behind Hurricane Lane when last of 5 on her latest outing in the Group 2 Jockey Club Stakes at Newmarket over 1m 4f (good) earlier this month. Well worth a second look. Official BHA Rating 95

5 MADAME AMBASSADOR (GB) (29) 61314-6 4 9-2 (2)

Br Ch f Churchill (IRE) - Lady Jane Digby Joe Fanning J

O Miss K. Rausing Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Miss K. Rausing Johnston Racing Ltd S

She has won three times from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Finished 10l behind Sir Rumi when sixth of 10 at 11-1 on her latest outing at Epsom over 1m 4f (soft) last month. Takes a drop in distance but she has a bit to find. Official BHA Rating 82

6 MAKINMEDOIT (IRE) (123) 51512-3 D

4 9-2 (5)

Br B f Golden Horn - Tranquil Star (IRE) Hayley Turner J

O Mr R. M. Levitt and Mr A. Bromley Harry Eustace, Newmarket T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

She has won three times at 1m 2f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Third of 8 behind Al Agaila beaten a neck at 13-2 on her latest outing at Lingfield over 1m 2f in January. Makes her return to the turf and she warrants plenty of respect. Official BHA Rating 100

7 PINK CARNATION (GB) (22) 10100-2

Br B f Territories (IRE) - Dusty Red

O Clipper Logistics

B K. A. Bartlett & J. M. Beever

4 9-2 (4)

Hollie Doyle J

Archie Watson Upper Lambourn T

Successful at 1m and 1m 1f on good and soft ground. Beaten 1l by One For Bobby when second of 10 at 16-1 on her latest outing at Nottingham over 1m 2f (soft) earlier this month. That effort was by far her most impressive to date and she would be foolish to dismiss. Official BHA Rating 102

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2022: MY ASTRA (IRE) 4 9 2

Tom Marquand 13-8 (William Haggas) 8 ran Blinkers worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Al Husn (IRE), 4-1

Crystal Caprice (IRE), 9-2

Pink Carnation (GB), 5-1 Makinmedoit (IRE), 12-1 Jewel In My Crown (GB), 20-1 Angels Wrath (IRE), 66-1 Madame Ambassador (GB)

PINK CARNATION (second) had Crystal Caprice (fifth) well behind on her first start of the season in the Nottinghamshire Oaks, which was much improved form than she had shown prior, suggesting she has taken a big step forward over the winter. The daughter of Territories is fancied to cope with these quicker conditions and go one better. Al Husn will find this an easier assignment than the Dahlia at Newmarket, where she was a six-length second, and she is expected to mount another bold bid. totewin: Pink Carnation toteeachway: Al Husn

BETTING

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FOURTH RACE 4.00

THE WHITLEY NEILL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Prize Money.£5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): J Goldie (57 wins from 566 runners, 10%) runs YAASER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K Ryan (7 wins from 37 runners, 19%) runs VENTURA RASCAL WEIGHTWATCHER: HORTZADAR won off a handicap mark of 91, his rating is now down 11lb to 80 LONGEST TRAVELLER: CIRCLES trained by A Mccann, Ireland.

1 HORTZADAR (GB) (27) 4000-20 D

9-9 (6)

Br B g Sepoy (AUS) - Clouds of Magellan (USA) Jason Watson J

O Akela Thoroughbreds Limited

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B The Aston House Stud Akela Plant Hire Ltd S

Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Pillar Of Hope at 9-2 when eighth of 11 on his latest outing at Beverley over 1m (good to soft) last month. Wide draw didn’t help that day and he is capable of better Official BHA Rating 80

2 MOUNTBATTEN (IRE) (18) D213-41 4 9-9 (8)

Br Bl g Dabirsim (FR) - Sapore di Roma (IRE) Hollie Doyle J

O Deva Racing (MB) & Partner Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T

B Phillistown House Deva Racing Group S

Successful twice at 7f on good to firm and soft ground. A winner at 10-1 at Doncaster over 7f (soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Deputy by 1l. Stayed on well so the return to a mile should suit, and he is open to plenty more improvement. Official BHA Rating 80

3 VENTURA RASCAL (GB) (30) 40100-4 CD

Br B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Choisette Tom Eaves J

O Middleham Park Racing CVII Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

B Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd Middleham Park Racing S

Winner of six races from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Finished 5l behind On The River when fourth of 16 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Pontefract over 1m (good to soft) last month. That was a pleasing return to the fray and he has to enter calculations. Official BHA Rating 76

4 FLYLIKEANEAGLE (IRE) (20) 3316-14 CD 6 9-5 (9)

Br B g Free Eagle (IRE) - Dulcian (IRE) Oisin Orr J

O The Osprey Partnership Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Corduff Stud Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

Has won eight races from 7f to 1m 3f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather Finished 8l behind Star Shield when last of 4 at 10-3 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) earlier this month. Could bounce back. Official BHA Rating 76

5 STAR SHIELD (GB) (20) 403251 CD

8 9-4 (3)

Br Ch g Helmet (AUS) - Perfect Star Ben Robinson J

O Middleham Park Racing & Mr P&G Upton

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Mildmay Bloodstock Ltd Middleham Park Racing S

Has won eight races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 7-4fav over this course and distance (good to firm) earlier this month, beating Shine On Brendan by 1 1/4l. No surprise if he follows up. Official BHA Rating 75

6 WADACRE GRACE (GB) (24) 514130 D

4 9-2 (2)

Br B f Brazen Beau (AUS) - Glenreef Joe Fanning J

O Wadacre Stud Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Wadacre Stud 3CERT Limited, Johnston Racing Ltd S

She has won three times from 7f to 1m on the all-weather Well beaten at 28-1 behind Elim when 11th of 12 on her latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m (good to soft) last month. Usually reliable so she cannot be written off on the back of one moderate performance. Official BHA Rating 73

7 YAASER (IRE) (10) 340-000 CD

Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Urjuwaan

O Michele Craig and David D Smith

5 9-2 (1)

Paul Mulrennan J

Jim Goldie, Glasgow T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Simply Holistic S

Won four times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Pisanello at 33-1 when 9th of 13 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month. There was a little bit more to like about that display but he needs more still. Official BHA Rating 73 (-2)

8 CIRCLES (IRE) (43) 441104

Br B f Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Circle (IRE)

4 8-9 (4)

Cam Hardie J

O Mrs Kathleen Smyth A. McCann, Ireland T

B Gerry Smith

Successful twice at 7f on the all-weather Finished 2 3/4l behind Collective Power when fourth of 12 at 10-1 on her latest outing at Dundalk over 6f last month. Unexposed on turf and this Irish raider is worth more than a cursory glance this afternoon. Official BHA Rating 66

9 GOLDEN VALOUR (GB) (20) 04364-0

Br B g Kingman - Gracefield (USA)

O Great Northern Partnership

7 8-4 (5)

James Sullivan J

R. Mike Smith, Galston T

B Godolphin Retraining of Racehorses S

Successful twice at 1m 3f on the all-weather, but last win was over three years ago. Beaten 8l behind Royal Countess at 5-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good to firm) earlier this month. Now wearing a visor so improvement is possible. Official BHA Rating 61

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Visor worn first time by No. 9. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Star Shield (GB), 7-2 Mountbatten (IRE), 6-1 Hortzadar (GB), 10-1 Ventura Rascal (GB), 11-1 Circles (IRE), 12-1 Flylikeaneagle (IRE), 14-1 Golden Valour (GB), 18-1 Yaaser (IRE), 20-1 Wadacre Grace (GB)

2ND

3RD

Star Shield regained the winning thread when registering a clear-cut verdict in a small-field C&D handicap, but he doesn’t have nearly as much scope for improvement as MOUNTBATTEN Archie Watson’s gelding built on a decent Brighton comeback when successful at Doncaster, and the rise from 7f should see him in an even better light. Ventura Rascal and Circles are interesting, with Hortzadar, Wadacre Grace and Flylikeaneagle all better than they showed last time.

totewin: Mountbatten

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toteeachway: Star Shield

THE GUINNESS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Prize Money.£4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): J Goldie (57 wins from 566 runners, 10%) runs BE PROUD

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Goldie (4 wins from 37 runners, 11%) runs BE PROUD

LONGEST TRAVELLER: LOCKDOWN trained by A Mccann, Ireland.

1 JOJO RABBIT (GB) (11) 06-0000 D

Br B g Due Diligence (USA) - Berkshire Honey James Sullivan J

O Grange Park Racing XIII & Ruth Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington T

B Berkshire Parts & Panels XRE Construction Training Ltd, Grange Park Racing S

He has won three times at 5f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 10l behind Showalong at 11-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Nottingham over 5f (soft) earlier this month. Others make more appeal based on recent evidence. Official BHA Rating 75

2 MODULAR MAGIC (GB) (124) 000-420 CD BF 6 9-9 (8)

Br B g Swiss Spirit - Lucy Parsons (IRE) Jason Hart J

O Mr P Mckenna, Mr L O Kane & Partner David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T

B NCF & Harrowgate Bloodstock Ltd

He has won three times at 5f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 7l behind Papa Don’t Preach at 5-2fav when eighth of 9 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 5f in January. A player based on his second at the same venue two starts ago. Official BHA Rating 75

3 MR BEAUFORT (GB) (19) 401-004 D

4 9-7 (5)

Br B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Tan Tan Jason Watson J

O Middleham Park Racing CXVIII David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd Tattersalls S

Successful twice at 5f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather Finished 6l behind Havagomecca when fourth of 5 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 5f (good) earlier this month. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time. Merits consideration. Official BHA Rating 73

4 BE PROUD (IRE) (16) 00040-4 CD

7 9-7 (3)

Br B g Roderic O’Connor (IRE) - Agnista (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J

O Whitestonecliffe Racing Partnership Jim Goldie, Glasgow T

B John Lyons Jim Goldie Racing S

Winner of seven races at 5f on good to firm and good to soft ground and on the all-weather Finished 4l behind Little Muddy when fourth of 5 at 12-1 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) earlier this month. That was an encouraging return to action. Official BHA Rating 73

5 LOCKDOWN (GB) (101) 30/500-3

5 9-2 (6)

Br B g Charm Spirit (IRE) - Bounty Box Ben Coen J

O Miss Rita Shah A. McCann, Ireland T

B Farmers Hill Stud

A winner at 6f on the all-weather. Third of 8 behind Walking On Clouds beaten 4 1/2l at 6-1 on his latest outing at Southwell over 5f in February. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with George Baker Should not be underestimated. Official BHA Rating 68

6 MUKER (IRE) (21) 6000-06 D

5 9-2 (4)

Br Ch g Mehmas (IRE) - Naias (IRE) Alex Jary (7) J

O SYPS (UK) Ltd Nigel Tinkler, Malton T

B Mr Joe & June Staunton Alexanders York S

Successful twice at 5f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 4 1/2l behind Reigning Profit when sixth of 7 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Pontefract over 5f (good) earlier this month. Has some questions to answer. Official BHA Rating 68

7 SHABAABY (GB) (9) 000030 D

8 8-11 (7)

Br Br g Kyllachy - On The Brink Cam Hardie J

O Mrs L. M. Whillans

B Bearstone Stud Ltd

Ewan Whillans Hawick T

Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S

Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to soft to yielding and on the all-weather Beaten 2 3/4l behind Redrosezorro at 6-1 when 9th of 10 on his latest outing at Catterick over 6f (good) earlier this month. It is too soon to be writing him off Official BHA Rating 63 (-2)

8 SIXCOR (GB) (20) 12004-6 CD

5 8-8 (1)

Br B g Sixties Icon - Roccor Joe Fanning J

O Linda Perratt Racing Club

B D. D. & Mrs J. P. Clee

Linda Perratt, East Kilbride T

Linda Perratt Racing Club S

He has won three times at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Finished 6l behind Jordan Electrics when sixth of 7 at 11-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) earlier this month. Another with claims if at his best. Official BHA Rating 60

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 8. Stewards Note:

MODULAR MAGIC: Following its run on 20/1/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Be Proud (IRE), Sixcor (GB), 6-1 Modular Magic (GB), Muker (IRE), 7-1 Lockdown (GB), Shabaaby (GB), 9-1 Mr Beaufort (GB), 12-1 Jojo Rabbit (GB)

2ND

3RD

SHABAABY was not beaten far when third over course and distance two starts ago and his most recent effort at Catterick over 6f suggested that a return to the minimum trip would suit. Modular Magic was not at his best last time but he should not be underestimated in this company, while Lockdown has to be of some interest on his debut for new connections. The shortlist is completed by Be Proud and Mr Beaufort

totewin: Shabaaby

FORM

toteeachway: Modular Magic

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.

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

AN EPIC DAY OF RACING AWAITS

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SIXTH RACE 5.00

THE ABSOLUT VODKA HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Prize Money.£5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): J Goldie (57 wins from 566 runners, 10%) runs SOPHIESTICATE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): I Jardine (4 wins from 27 runners, 15%) runs BRINGBACKMEMORIES & INNSE GALL LONGEST TRAVELLER: THEOPHILOS trained by J P Murtagh, Ireland.

1 MORNING SUN (IRE) (16) 3463-31 CD

Br B g Muhaarar - Jadanna (IRE) Billy Garritty J

O Richard & Katherine Gilbert Keith Dalgleish, Carluke T

B Mountarmstrong Stud Straightline (NE) Ltd S

A winner at 15-2 over this course and distance (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating First Impression by 2 1/2l, his first win from six starts. He remains unexposed and another bold showing would appear to be on the cards. Official BHA Rating 80

2 TILSITT (FR) (10) 6026-00 CD

9-8 (8)

Br B g Charm Spirit (IRE) - Azores (IRE) Jason Hart J

O Carolan ,Duffy,Mills,Smith R. Mike Smith, Galston T

B S.A.S.U. Ecurie Des Monceaux

Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 2f on varying ground and on the all-weather Beaten 4 1/2l behind Pisanello at 28-1 when eighth of 13 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month. He needs to better recent performances. Official BHA Rating 79 (-2)

3 INNSE GALL (GB) (25) 3134-25 CD

5 9-8 (1)

Br B g Toronado (IRE) - Reaf Paul Mulrennan J

O Mr C. H. McGhie Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Harts Farm Stud Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes S

He has won four times from 1m to 1m 3f on good and good to soft ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Eeetee when fifth of 13 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m 2f (good) last month. He is likely to be in the thick of things once again. Official BHA Rating 79

4 ZARABANDA (IRE) (10) 310-6

4 9-8 (3)

Br Ch f Teofilo (IRE) - Zabeel Park (USA) Jason Watson J

O Mr Chris Napthine David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Godolphin Gain Equine Nutrition S

A winner at 1m on good to soft ground. Finished 4l behind My Little Queens when sixth of 14 at 20-1 on her latest outing at Hamilton over 1m 1f (good to soft) earlier this month. She is capable of better and may improve for the return to further Official BHA Rating 79 (-1)

5 KNIGHTSWOOD (IRE) (24) 65240-0 D

4 9-5 (6)

Br Ch g Decorated Knight - Neuquen (IRE) Joe Fanning J

O Brian Yeardley & Partner Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Irish National Stud Mare Syndicate Johnston Racing Ltd S Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 4f on good ground. Well beaten at 8-1 behind Fairmac when 13th of 14 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m 4f (good to soft) last month. He has dropped to a workable mark, although others still appeal more today Official BHA Rating 76

6 BRINGBACKMEMORIES (FR) (17) 602-360

4 9-2 (4)

Br B g Iffraaj - Glamour Queen Andrew Mullen J

O Mr J. Fyffe Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B S.C.E.A. Team Hogdala France et al JF Kegs(Scotland)Ltd, Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes S

Placed in three of ten starts. Beaten 8l behind Postileo at 40-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 1m 5f (good to soft) earlier this month. The drop in trip isn’t certain to suit, but a strong pace could bring him into this. Official BHA Rating 73

7 THEOPHILOS (IRE) (34) 0060-51 4 9-1 (5)

Br Ch g Teofilo (IRE) - Catchphrase (IRE) Ben Coen J

O Newtown Anner Stud Farm J. P. Murtagh Ireland T

B Newtown Anner Stud

A winner at 10-3 at Tipperary over 1m 1f (good - yielding) on his latest outing last month, beating Lisamaria by 1 1/4l, his first win from six starts. His yard has been in good form recently and this Irish raider should not be taken lightly Official BHA Rating 72

8 SOPHIESTICATE (IRE) (10) 000-444 CD 4 8-11 (7)

Br B f War Command (USA) - Lenoire

Joanna Mason J

O Mr W. M. Johnstone Jim Goldie, Glasgow T

B W. M. Johnstone Jim Goldie Racing S

Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 4f on good ground. Finished 1 1/4l behind My Little Queens when fourth of 14 at 12-1 on her latest outing at Hamilton over 1m 1f (good to soft) earlier this month. Yet to win off her current mark and she’ll need more to land the spoils today Official BHA Rating 68 (+1)

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 6. Stewards Note:

ZARABANDA: Following its run on 14/5/2023 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Morning Sun (IRE), 9-2 Theophilos (IRE), 11-2 Innse Gall (GB), Sophiesticate (IRE), 13-2 Zarabanda (IRE), 10-1 Knightswood (IRE), 18-1 Tilsitt (FR), 22-1 Bringbackmemories (FR)

2ND

3RD

A ready winner over C&D 16 days ago, it looks best to side with the unexposed MORNING SUN. The son of Muhaarar appeared to relish the switch to front-running tactics on that occasion and a similar showing here could see him defy a 6lb rise in the handicap. Irish raider Theophilos appeals as his main danger following last month’s Tipperary success, while Innse Gall heads the remainder, although Zarabanda should not be underestimated.

totewin: Morning Sun toteeachway: Theophilos

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2023 FIXTURES

SEVENTH RACE 5.30

THE GUINNESS APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Prize Money.£4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): J Goldie (57 wins from 566 runners, 10%) runs COSA SARA & SHINE ON BRENDAN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): I Jardine (4 wins from 27 runners, 15%) runs BULLS AYE

LONGEST TRAVELLER: BIG DREAM trained by A Mccann, Ireland.

1 SHINE ON BRENDAN (IRE) (17) 306-022

Br B g Society Rock (IRE) - Something Magic

O Let’s Be Lucky Racing 29

B Tally-Ho Stud

Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 1f on good and soft ground. Beaten 3/4l by Bashful when second of five at 9-4 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month. He looks as though he can bounce back to winning ways. Official BHA Rating 66

2 SUPER STARS (IRE) (149) 463303-

Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Valais Girl

O JAB Adrian Keatley, Malton

B Sunderland Holdings Inc

Placed in five of 12 starts. Third of 13 behind Dream Harder beaten 3 1/2l at 16-1 on his latest flat outing at Wolverhampton over 1m 1f in December last year He needs a little bit more if he is to have a say in this company Official BHA Rating 65

3 ROGUE FORCE (IRE) (20) 40-5546 D

Br B g Iffraaj - Lonely Rock

O Mr R. Michael Smith

B Mr & Mrs David Brown

He has won three times from 7f to 1m on the all-weather Finished 9l behind Judgment Call when sixth of seven at 11-1 on his latest outing here over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month. He appears to have plenty on but is sliding down the weights. Official BHA Rating 65 4

(IRE) (317) 101046- D

Br B g Estidhkaar (IRE) - Hay Now (IRE)

Miss N. J. Barron

B Limestone and Tara Studs

He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Finished 7l behind Shine On Brendan when last of six at 14-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in July last year Unlikely to figure on his comeback. Official BHA Rating 63

5 ENGLES ROCK (IRE) (24) 164-550 CD

(9) Br B m Excelebration (IRE) - Lisa Gherardini (IRE) William Pyle (3) J

O Mrs H. Kelly Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Grange & Manister House Studs Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to yielding and on the all-weather. Beaten 10l behind Clear Angel when 12th of 14 on her latest outing at Wetherby over 1m (good to soft) last month. Hasn’t shown much in recent starts and others are preferred. Official BHA Rating 62

6 BIG DREAM (IRE) (138) 40000-0 D

Br B g Oasis Dream - Piccola Sissi (IRE)

O Miss Rita Shah

B Oghill House Stud & Joseph M. Burke

5 9-8 (1)

Shane Markey (7) J

A. McCann, Ireland T

A winner at 1m on the all-weather Beaten 12l behind Dutch Glory at 18-1 when last of 14 on his latest outing at Dundalk over 7f in January. Difficult to build a strong case for him judged by what he showed on the all-weather during the winter. Official BHA Rating 59

7 BULLS AYE (IRE) (9) 60-3023

Br Ch g Intello (GER) - Wo de Xin

5 9-6 (10)

Sophie Clements (3) J

O Mr Gerry McGladery Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Sunderland Holding Inc. Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes S

A winner at 7f on good ground, but that win was over two years ago. Third of 8 behind Breguet Boy beaten 2 3/4l at 6-1 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m 1f (good) earlier this month. Every chance if turned out quickly following his engagement here on Tuesday Official BHA Rating 57

8 COSA SARA (IRE) (9) 030-010 CD

Br B m Gleneagles (IRE) - Antique Platinum (IRE)

O Summerstorm Bloodstock Ltd

B Moyglare Stud Farms Ltd

5 9-5 (8)

Curtis Wilson-Ruddock (7) J

Jim Goldie, Glasgow T

Jim Goldie Racing S

She has won four times at 1m on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 6l behind Perfect Soldier at 4-1 when seventh of 10 on her latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m 1f (good) earlier this month. Capable of being in the mix. Official BHA Rating 56 (-1)

9 HOSTELRY (GB) (9) 000-252

6 9-3 (4)

Br Ch m Coach House (IRE) - Queens Jubilee Alex Jary (3) J

O Dennis Clayton and Ruth Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington T

B Mr J. A. Knox and Mrs M. A. Knox XRE Construction Training Ltd S

A winner at 1m 1f on good to soft ground. Beaten 1 1/4l by Breguet Boy when second of eight at 4-1 on her latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m 1f (good) earlier this month. Must enter calculations on the back of that effort and she remains well handicapped. Official BHA Rating 54 (+2)

10 RETIREMENT BECKONS (GB) (5) 2035-50 CD 8 9-2 (3)

Br B g Epaulette (AUS) - Mystical Ayr (IRE) Alex Fielding (3) J

O R. Winning & Partner Linda Perratt, East Kilbride T

B Miss L. A. Perratt Linda Perratt Racing Club S

Winner of six races at 1m on ground varying from good to firm to heavy Beaten 18l behind Our Dickie at 28-1 when last of 10 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 1m (good) earlier this month. Would need a lot to go his way to get involved. Official BHA Rating 53 (-1)

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

2022: OTTO OYL 4 9 0 Rhona Pindar 12-1 (David & Nicola Barron) 10 ran Visor worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 6.

Stewards Note:

SUPER STARS: Following its run on 21/4/2023 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

COSA SARA: Following its run on 15/5/2023 it was reported that the horse was slow away and impeded late-on.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Hostelry (GB), 9-2 Shine On Brendan (IRE), 11-2 Bulls Aye (IRE), 8-1 Cosa Sara (IRE), 9-1 Super Stars (IRE), 12-1 Esticky End (IRE), Engles Rock (IRE), 18-1 Rogue Force (IRE), 25-1 Big Dream (IRE), 66-1 Retirement Beckons (GB) 2ND 3RD

Successful over C&D last July, SHINE ON BRENDAN has been knocking on the door of late with a pair of runner-up efforts and this looks like an ideal opportunity for him to get back to winning ways. Hostelry arrives with similar claims and can give him the most to think about, along with Rogue Force, who has dropped down to a very attractive mark.

totewin: Shine On Brendan

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AN EPIC DAY OF RACING AWAITS

Stewards

Adrian Sharpe (Chief Steward)

Phillip Spottiswood (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

Lyndsay Allan, Kelly O’Boyle, Adrian Smith

Starters

Michael Reid & Ryan Colley

Judge

Fraser Perratt

Clerk of the Scales

Michael Hamilton

Veterinary Officer

Arthur Kidd

Veterinary Surgeons

John Morris & Andrew McDiarmid

Medical Officers

Mhairi Anne McCulloch, Anthony Hampstead, Pippa Hall

Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers, Tracey Hamilton, James Bonar Cyril Johnstone & Michelle Maughan

Commentator

Stewart Machin

Betting Ring Manager

John Clark

Managing Director

David Brown

Clerk of the Course & Head Groundsman

Graeme Anderson - 07768 651261 - @ClerkAyr

Raceday Operations Manager

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Mark Gajic - 07789 98108

First Race 2.20 - THE JAMESON IRISH WHISKEY EBF STALLIONS MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5400 to the winning horse The second to receive £2535 the third £1268 and the fourth £634 for maiden two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, May 18th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 22nd. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. JAMESON IRISH WHISKEY 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 in this race. 15 entries at £50 - Closed May 18th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (Penalty Value £5400) SS

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.55 - THE DEAD MAN’S FINGERS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for three 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). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 22nd. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 5lb Penalties, after May 13th, 2023 for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. DEAD MAN’S FINGER 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 in this race. 20 entries, 1 at £7 and 19 at £35 - Closed May 18th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.30 - THE TENNENT’S LAGER BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF ROTHESAY STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £26653 to the winning horse The second to receive £10105, the third £5057, the fourth £2519, the fifth £1264 and the sixth £634 for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which are E.B.F eligible, which have not won a Group 1 or Group 2 Pattern race after August 31st, 2022. Enter by noon, May 18th and pay £159 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 22nd. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, after August 31st, 2022, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb. THE TRUSTEES OF THE EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have kindly contributed £10000 towards the prize money for this race. 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 in this race. 15 entries at £159 - Closed May 18th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £20943; Second £8596; Third £4301; Fourth £2148; Fifth £1076; Sixth £536. (Penalty Value £26653.70) A SS

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 4.00 - THE WHITLEY NEILL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306 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). £50 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher or £10 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 22nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 13th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. WHITLEY NEILL have 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 in this race. 12 entries at £50. - Closed May 18th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.30 - THE GUINNESS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244 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). £40 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher or £8 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 22nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 13th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. GUINNESS 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 in this race. 12 entries at £40 - Closed May 18th, 2023 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS

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Sixth Race 5.00 - THE ABSOLUT VODKA HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306 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). £50 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher or £10 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 22nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 13th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. ABSOLUT VODKA 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 in this race. 14 entries at £50. - Closed May 18th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS

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Seventh Race 5.30 - THE GUINNESS APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244 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). £40 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 22nd. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 10st Penalties, after May 13th, 2023, 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 May 21st, 2023 have not ridden more than 25 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority Allowances: Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden any such winner 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). GUINNESS 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 in this race. 14 entries, 1 at £8 and 13 at £40 - Closed May 18th, 2023 Owners Prize Money Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) A SS

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