Welcome to Ayr Racecourse for our Summer Sizzler Raceday, the first of four consecutive Monday meetings here in July.
Whether you are a first time racegoer or a seasoned racing enthusiast, I hope you have an enjoyable experience with us today
We have two Class 3 contests this afternoon, one over the 6 furlong sprint course, the JKR Industrial Cleaning Handicap Stakes and at the other extreme the Dream Weddings at Western House Handicap Stakes a 1 mile 5 furlong test of both speed and stamina.
Looking ahead we are delighted to host the Scottish Sun Ladies Night on Saturday 10 August where we have the fabulous Pussycat Doll Kimberley Wyatt here for an amazing DJ set.
I’d like to thank our owners and trainers for choosing to run their horses here today and I wish all connections the very best of luck and sincerely hope you have a successful day and return again in the future.
I would also like to thank our racegoers for attending today I wish you too a safe journey home and hope to see you back at Ayr soon.
David Brown Managing Director Ayr Racecourse
Don’t forget our next meeting... MONDAY 15TH JULY
GLASGOW FAIR FAMILY RACEDAY
Gates Open 12:20pm, First Race 2.18pm We look forward to welcoming you back!
g Pivotal - Argent du Bois (USA) Tom Eaves Mrs Angie Bailey Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Car Colston Hall Stud K. A. Ryan Racing
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
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
FORM RATINGS
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
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
HOW TO BET
1. Pick your Racehorse, look around for the best odds on course, try to proffer the correct stake money for your wager
2. Ask the Bookmaker for your bet by naming the horse. The bookmaker will repeat your bet to his clerk, correct bookmaker if he makes a mistake and receive your Betting Ticket as a receipt for your bet.
3. If your horse wins, give your Betting Ticket to the bookmaker, check your winnings.
4. Check with the bookmaker when placing a bet, the Place Terms. Place Betting, not all on course bookmakers accept each way bets, ie. for a win or a place.
5. In the unlikely event of a dispute after adhering to this procedure, the bookmaker will tell the punter to approach the Ring Official, who will advise you as to your rights.
6. Some course bookmakers have minimum stakes.e.g. £1, £5, £10 but small backers are catered for in the racecourse Betting Shops.
EACH WAY BETTING
In conjunction with The RCA, the bookmakers have introduced standard each-way terms. Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting.
• Fewer than 3 runners - all on to win
• 3 or 4 runners – 1/5 odds a place 1,2
• 5 – 7 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2
• 8 or more runners – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3
• Handicaps with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3
• Handicaps with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive) – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3,4
• Handicaps with 22 or more runners – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3,4
All bookmakers must display on their boards whether they are betting each way or to win only
THE EBF STALLIONS RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5)
(for horses in Bands C and D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE) for novice two yrs old x Total prize fund £8000 Prize Money £4320 to the winning horse The second to receive £2028 the third £1014 and the fourth £507
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): I Jardine (41 wins from 326 runners, 13%) runs THAT LUCAS FELLA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D O’Meara (8 wins from 50 runners, 16%) runs COONAWARRA STAR LONGEST TRAVELLERS: WATTANI trained by A Haynes, EZDAAN trained by J Butler, both Newmarket, 360 miles.
1 CHUTI MANIKA (IRE) (-) 9-7 (9)
Br B c Magna Grecia (IRE) - Assault On Rome (IRE)
Billy Loughnane J
O Mrs Christine E Budden & Partners Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Christine E Budden & Partners Johnston Racing Ltd S
Foaled 26 Apr Half-brother to Gone, won four times at 7f and 1m. Interesting jockey booking for this yard and respected on debut. Official BHA Rating -
2 COONAWARRA STAR (FR) (-)
Br B g Masar (IRE) - Queen Cordelia (IRE)
9-7 (2)
Daniel Tudhope J
O Allan & Stella Stennett David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Watership Down Stud & Sangster Ben Blood Gain Equine Nutrition S
Foaled 1 Mar Dam unraced. Newcomers representing this yard must always be respected. Official BHA Rating -
3 HARRY PALMER (GB) (44) 0
9-7 (8)
Br B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Undeniable Shane Gray J
O Allan Kerr & Partner Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Newclose Properties Ltd Loudoun Arms S Foaled 4 Mar Dam won seven times in chases between 2m 5f and 3m, twice over hurdles at 2m and 3m and on the flat at 1m 6f Well beaten at 10-1 when last of 14 on his racecourse debut at York over 6f (good to soft) in May Official BHA Rating -
4 IMPARTIALITY (GB) (-)
Br B c Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Fair’s Fair (IRE)
9-7 (6)
Paul Mulrennan J
O Mr J Toes & Mr J O’Loan Phillip Makin, Leyburn T
B Jarosa Stud Tote S
Foaled 11 Apr Half-brother to Fair Angellica, won three times at 6f and 7f Makes appeal on pedigree and the market may tell us more on debut. Official BHA Rating -
5 WATTANI (IRE) (-)
9-7 (7)
Br B c Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Tautou Montjeu (IRE) Kieran O’Neill J
O Mr Refai Alghraiban Alice Haynes, Newmarket T
B Ms Maureen Hehir Coral Racing Limited S
Foaled 10 Mar Half-brother to Montussan, won twice at 5f and 6f Represents a shrewd yard on debut and is overlooked at your peril. Official BHA Rating -
6 ALBANACH (IRE) (-) (2lb)
Br Ch g Earthlight (IRE) - Rawwani (USA)
O Edward Cassie and Katie Scott
9-5 (1)
Phil Dennis J
Katie Scott, Galashiels T
B Ahmed Bintooq Overlander Vehicles S
Foaled 31 Mar Dam a lightly raced maiden. Probably best watched on debut, unless the market suggests otherwise. Official BHA Rating -
7 EZDAAN (GB) (-) (2lb)
9-5 (10)
Br B c Portamento (IRE) - Manbaa (USA) Connor Beasley J
O Mr Naser Buresli John Butler Newmarket T
B Mr Andrew Spalding
Foaled 3 Feb. Half-brother to Tronada, won twice at 1m 4f May want further in time but keep an eye on the market for clues on debut. Official BHA Rating -
8 HIMSELF (IRE) (-) (2lb)
Br B c Coulsty (IRE) - Cocohulababy (IRE)
9-5 (5)
Aiden Brookes (3) J
O Mrs J. Porter Philip Kirby, Richmond T
B Liam Queally Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd S
Foaled 17 Apr Dam won an all-weather Flat race at 7f and over hurdles at 2m. Could outrun a nice price on debut with a 3lb claimer in the plate. Official BHA Rating -
9 KINROSS CLARET (IRE) (-) (2lb)
9-5 (3)
Br B c Soldier’s Call - Hope Against Hope (IRE) Oisin Orr J
O Claret Collective Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Wardstown Stud Ltd Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
Foaled 20 Feb. Half-brother to Liangel Hope, won five times at 7f and 1m. Jockey booking is interesting for his debut. One to watch. Official BHA Rating -
10 THAT LUCAS FELLA
(IRE) (-) (2lb)
9-5 (4)
Br B c Territories (IRE) - Orpha Andrew Mullen J
O Mr A. Branniff Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Ms Arlene Shine Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
Foaled 11 Apr. Half-brother to Yimkin, won at 1m. No surprise if he goes well on debut at nice odds. Could make the frame. Official BHA Rating -
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 3.
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Chuti Manika (IRE), 9-2 Coonawarra Star (FR), 15-2 Harry Palmer (GB), 8-1 Wattani (IRE), 10-1 Impartiality (GB), 11-1 Ezdaan (GB), 12-1 Kinross Claret (IRE), 16-1 Albanach (IRE), 18-1 That Lucas Fella (IRE), 20-1 Himself (IRE)
A chance can be taken on WATTANI, who changed hands for 34,000gns and the son of Starspandledbanner has a speedy pedigree. He is related to a few winners and goes for the in-form Alice Haynes stable, so he just shades the vote. Chuti Manika is another with a promising pedigree and would be foolish to dismiss on his first start. Any market support behind Impartiality should also be noted.
totewin: Wattani
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
toteeachway: Chuti Manika
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
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AYR
CHAMPIONSHIP LEADERBOARDS
TOP JOCKEYS
PAUL MULRENNAN 53
DAVID NOLAN 34
CONNOR BEASLEY 29
DANNY TUDHOPE 17
JOE FANNING 17
TOP TRAINERS
26
16
16
(Points correct Saturday July 6)
TODAY’S JOCKEYS AND TRAINERS
Listed below are the Jockeys and Trainers in action at today’s meeting.
TODAY’S JOCKEYS AND TRAINERS
Listed below are the Jockeys and Trainers in action at today’s meeting
JOCKEYS
Connor Beasley
2.20, 2.55, 3.30, 4.40, 5.15
Aiden Brookes
2.20, 5.15
Dougie Costello
2.55 3.30 4.40 5.15
Harry Davies
2.55 4.40
TRAINERS
Daragh Bourke
3.30
John Butler
2.20
Julie Camacho
2.55
Michael Dods
4.40, 5.15
Tim Easterby
3.30
Jim Goldie
2.55 3.30 4.05
4.40, 5.15
Phil Dennis
2.20 2.55 3.30 5.15
Rhys Elliott 3.30
Shane Gray
2.20 2.55 4.05
Tommie Jakes
4.40, 5.15
Billy Loughnane
2.20 3.30 4.05
4.40, 5.15
Andrew Mullen
2.20, 3.30, 4.05, 4.40, 5.15
Paul Mulrennan
2.20, 2.55, 3.30, 4.05, 4.40, 5.15
Kieran O’Neill
2.20, 3.30, 4.40
Alice Haynes
2.20, 3.30
Iain Jardine
2.20 4.05 4.40 5.15
Charlie Johnston
2.20, 3.30, 4.05, 4.40
Philip Kirby
2.20
Phillip Makin
2.20 2.55
Rebecca Menzies
5.15
David O’Meara
2.20 4.40
Hugo Palmer
4.40
Linda Perratt
2.55, 4.40, 5.15
Sir Mark Prescott Bt 4.05
Lucinda Russell
2.20 3.30 5.15
Oisin Orr 2.20 3.30 4.40
5.15
Ryan Sexton 2.55 3.30 5.15
Daniel Tudhope
2.20 4.40
Amie Waugh
3.30, 4.05, 5.15
Lauren Young 3.30
Kevin Ryan 2.20, 2.55, 4.05
Katie Scott 2.20 2.55 5.15
R. Mike Smith 3.30 4.40 5.15
David Thompson
3.30 Ewan Whillans 5.15
TODAY’S JOCKEY TO WATCH - KIERAN O’NEILL
Lightweight jockey O’Neill is back at Ayr for 2 rides today after 4 on the track yesterday and it’s no surprise to see him back in action here in Ayrshire after his double for trainer Alice Haynes here in June. O’Neill’s weight means he’s one of the busiest jockeys in the weighing room at some of the country’s smaller tracks and before riding at Leicester (Saturday) and Ayr (Sunday) this weekend and his 38 winners from 365 rides for a 10% strike rate tells its own story Haynes remains the jockey’s biggest employer but outside rides have been increasing and he’s already ridden winners for Saeed Bin Suroor and John and Thady Gosden this year 40%
TODAY’S TRAINER TO WATCH - ALICE HAYNES
Newmarket based Haynes hit new heights with a Listed winner in Italy in May and she’s really made her mark with the few runners she’s sent to Ayr so far with the in-form trainer landing a double with Pop Star and Big Cyril on her last visit here in June before saddling another 3 runners on yesterday’s card. Today’s Haynes raiders are unraced juvenile Wattani in the opening Restricted Novice Stakes at 2.20 and Rich Harry in the 10 furlongs handicap at 3.30 and the trainer looks to be in great form as she readies her impressive Ayr winner Big Cyril for his biggest challenge yet in the Group 2 July Stakes at Newmarket on Thursday
THE JKR INDUSTRIAL CLEANING LTD
HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £16000 Prize Money £8246 to the winning horse The second to receive £3867 the third £1934 the fourth £966, the fifth £483 and the sixth £241.
RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): J Goldie (71 wins from 613 runners, 12%) runs BE PROUD & CLASSY AL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Goldie (8 wins from 33 runners, 24%) runs BE PROUD & CLASSY AL LONGEST TRAVELLER: WINTER CROWN trained by J Camacho, Malton, 212 miles.
1 BE PROUD (IRE) (16) 0-63601 CD 8 9-10 (2)
Br B g Roderic O’Connor (IRE) - Agnista (IRE)
O Whitestonecliffe Racing Partnership
Paul Mulrennan J
Jim Goldie, Glasgow T
B John Lyons Jim Goldie Racing S
Has won 11 races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather. A winner at 4-1 over this course and distance (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating The Caltonian by 1l.
Official BHA Rating 80
2 GANESHA (GB) (11) 6251-05 3
(6)
Br B g Showcasing - My Lea (IRE) Connor Beasley J
O Mr J Toes & Mr J O’Loan
Phillip Makin, Leyburn T
B Whitsbury Manor Stud Tote S He has won three times at 5f on good to firm and good to soft ground and on the all-weather Finished 8l behind Jordan Electrics when fifth of 8 at 28-1 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 85
3 WINTER CROWN (GB) (26) 415-622 D 4 9-8 (7)
Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Berengaria (IRE) Ryan Sexton J
O Mr Martin Hughes Julie Camacho, Malton T
B Godolphin Old Oak Holdings Ltd S
Successful at 5f and 6f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Beaten 1/2l by Jordan Electrics when second of 6 at 7-2 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 78
4 THE CALTONIAN (GB) (16) 202B62 D 5 9-7 (4)
Br B g Swiss Spirit - Azelle Dougie Costello J
O Mr M. Sawers Linda Perratt, East Kilbride T
B Winston Cartmel North Allerton Racing S
Winner of five races from 5f to 7f on the all-weather Beaten 1l by Be Proud when second of 10 at 22-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 77
5 VENTURE CAPITAL (GB) (22) 311-660 3 9-4 (5)
Br B g Washington DC (IRE) - Ventura Blues (IRE) Shane Gray J
O Ms Leslie Clune Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Ms L. Clune K. A. Ryan Racing S
Successful twice at 7f on the all-weather Beaten 6l behind Telemark at 28-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 7f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 80
6 SLAINTE MHATH (GB) (23) 232330 CD 6 9-4 (3)
Br Ch m Mayson - Ofelia (IRE) Phil Dennis J
O Katie Scott Racing Syndicate Katie Scott, Galashiels T
B Mr J. A. Knox and Mrs M. A. Knox Overlander Vehicles S
Winner of five races at 6f on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 4l behind Hyperfocus at 17-2 when seventh of 10 on her latest outing at Chester over 6f (heavy) last month. She is wearing blinkers for the first time. Official BHA Rating 74
7 CLASSY AL (GB) (16) 4-36613 CD BF
6 9-1 (1)
Br B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Classy Anne Harry Davies J
O Barraston Racing & Mr J S Goldie
Jim Goldie, Glasgow T
B John McGrandles Jim Goldie Racing S He has won four times from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Third of 10 behind Be Proud beaten 1 1/2l at 3-1 favourite on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 71
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Blinkers worn first time by No. 6. Blinkers worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Be Proud (IRE), 4-1 Winter Crown (GB), 9-2 Classy Al (GB), 5-1 The Caltonian (GB), 13-2 Slainte Mhath (GB), 14-1 Ganesha (GB), 20-1 Venture Capital (GB)
1ST
2ND
3RD
RACE RESULT DISTANCES
4TH TIME
Winter Crown was just touched off when second at Hamilton last month and he should remain competitive off an unchanged mark. However, the vote goes to BE PROUD, who beat The Caltonian (second) and Classy Al (third) when scoring by a length over track and trip on his latest outing and he is only 3lb higher for that victory. Jim Goldie’s eight-year-old can take this step up in his stride and record a double. Slainte Mhath completes the shortlist.
totewin: Be Proud
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THE BOOK FOR THE AYR GOLD CUP 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 (19-24): J Goldie (71 wins from 613 runners, 12%) runs BRAES OF DOUNE & AYR POET TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Goldie (8 wins from 33 runners, 24%) runs BRAES OF DOUNE & AYR POET LONGEST TRAVELLER: RICH HARRY trained by A Haynes, Newmarket, 360 miles.
1 HIGHWAYGREY (GB) (12) 1-54526 CD
(4)
Br B g Dick Turpin (IRE) - Maybeagrey Amie Waugh (5) J
O Reality Partnerships VII Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Habton Farms Easthorpe Hall Stud S
Has won eight races at 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Finished 7l behind Barley when sixth of 8 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Carlisle over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 66
2 AYR POET (GB) (12) 35-3200 CD 9 10-2 (10)
Br B g Poet’s Voice - Jabbara (IRE)
Young (7) J
O The Reluctant Suitor’s Jim Goldie, Glasgow T
B W. M. Johnstone Jim Goldie Racing S
Has won nine races from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 11l behind Sea The Thunder at 40-1 when 11th of 12 on his latest outing at Carlisle over 1m 3f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 65
3 BERRY EDGE (IRE) (28) 500-401 D
10-1 (9)
Br B g Mukhadram - Amaany Phil Dennis J
O Elliott Brothers And Peacock David Thompson, Darlington T
B Coolawn Stud Ebac Ltd S
Successful at 1m 1f and 1m 2f on good to soft and soft ground. A winner at 11-1 at Carlisle over 1m 1f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Highwaygrey by 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 64
4 TILSITT (FR) (19) 54600-4 CD 7 10-0 (2)
Br B g Charm Spirit (IRE) - Azores (IRE) Rhys Elliott (7) 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 ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 4 1/2l behind Purple Gown when fourth of 7 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 1m 3f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 63
5 GLASSES UP (USA) (21) 500-365 CD
9 9-13 (3)
Br Ch g English Channel (USA) - Hurricane Hallie (USA) Connor Beasley J
O The Jolly Beggars R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Calumet Farm Fitzdares Limited S
Has won eight races from 1m to 1m 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Finished 13l behind Whimsy when fifth of 7 at 40-1 on his latest outing at Carlisle over 1m 6f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 62
6 HONDO (IRE) (19) 64265-0
9-11 (5)
Br B g Gregorian (IRE) - Queen’s Novel Ryan Sexton J
O Richard & Katherine Gilbert
Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Ringfort Stud Ltd Straightline (NE) Ltd S
Placed once in eight starts. Well beaten at 8-1 behind Purple Gown when last of 7 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 1m 3f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 60
7 WE STILL BELIEVE (IRE) (17) 302233 D
(8)
Br B or Br g Lawman (FR) - Curious Lashes (IRE) Andrew Mullen J
O Mrs Janet Lowther Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T
B Sinead Bishop & Lawman Syndicate L.I.P Construction Ltd S
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 2f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather Third of 14 behind Indie Skies beaten 3l at 8-1 on his latest outing at Redcar over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 58 8 VOLCANOLOGY (IRE) (19) 510-5
Br B f Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Kiltara (IRE) Billy Loughnane J
O Kingsley Park 33
Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Irish National Stud Mare Syndicate III Johnston Racing Ltd S A winner at 1m on good to firm ground. Finished 7l behind Dancingwithmyself when fifth of 8 at 25-1 on her latest outing at Ripon over 1m 2f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 67
9 RACING VICAR (IRE) (25) 025 3 9-5 (7)
Br B g Make Believe - Ready When You Are (IRE) Oisin Orr J
O The Crick Girls
Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Oghill House Stud & Jimmy Hyland Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
Placed once in three starts. Finished 13l behind First Alliance when fifth of 10 at 28-1 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 64
10 RICH HARRY (USA) (22) 3-36600 3 9-2 (11)
Br Ch g Union Rags (USA) - Shop Again (USA) Kieran O’Neill J
O Mr Refai Alghraiban Alice Haynes, Newmarket T
B Jamm Ltd Coral Racing Limited S
Placed in three of 12 starts. Beaten 11l behind New Kings Road at 33-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Salisbury over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 61
11 BRAES OF DOUNE (GB) (47) 2531-22 CD BF 6 9-2 (6)
Br B g Orientor - Gargoyle Girl
Paul Mulrennan J
O Mr James Callow & Mr J. S. Goldie Jim Goldie, Glasgow T
B Jim Goldie Jim Goldie Racing S
A winner at 1m 2f on good to soft ground. Beaten 3/4l by Golden Valour when second of 8 at 3-1 favourite on his latest outing here over 1m (good to firm) in May Official BHA Rating 51
12 BELLSLEA (IRE) (26) 665//-0 5 9-0 (12)
Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Miss Anneliese (IRE)
O Blue Circle Racing
Dougie Costello J
R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B W. M. Johnstone Dalcon Civil Engineering Ltd S
Unplaced in all four starts. Beaten 16l behind Shahnaz at 80-1 when last of 13 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 49
DECLARED RUNNERS 12
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 5.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Braes of Doune (GB), 13-2 Berry Edge (IRE), 7-1 We Still Believe (IRE), 8-1 Highwaygrey (GB), 9-1 Volcanology (IRE), 10-1 Racing Vicar (IRE), 11-1 Tilsitt (FR), Glasses Up (USA), 14-1 Hondo (IRE), 16-1 Ayr Poet (GB), 28-1 Rich Harry (USA), 66-1 Bellslea (IRE)
2ND
Berry Edge accounted for Highwaygrey (second) and We Still Believe (third) over 1m1f at Carlisle last month and he can confirm that form off a 3lb higher mark. However, RACING VICAR hit the crossbar over a mile here on his penultimate start. The son of Make Believe takes a step up in trip on his handicap bow and can defy his opening mark of 64. Glasses Up is a seven-time course winner and is another to note.
totewin: Racing Vicar
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AYR GOLD CUP TRIAL,
CLASS 3, 6F £30,000
MONDAY JULY 15
We stage the third running of the Ayr Gold Cup Trial, the highlight of our card on Glasgow Fair Family Day on Monday 15 July, and this year generously sponsored in celebration of Fergie and Myra Happel.
The race was introduced for horses aged 3 years and upwards rated between 71 – 90.
We think it creates the ideal platform for horses progressing through the handicap ranks and encourage them to go on and run in either the Virgin Bet Ayr Gold, Silver or Bronze Handicaps.
Last years running attracted a strong field of 16 and many of the entrants went on to compete later in September with Tinto, trained by Michael Dodds achieving 2nd in the Ayr Silver Cup and Jordan Electrics trained by Jim Goldie finishing 3rd in the Bronze Cup.
Ayr Racecourse Managing Director David Brown said “I was delighted with the second running of the Ayr Gold Cup Trial. It was a super competitive race with many of the runners going on to contest the Ayr Bronze, Silver and Gold Cups.
“I would hope that this year’s renewal builds on last years success and with £30,000 prize money available on a Monday afternoon I’m sure we will see a fiercely contested race.”
A stunning trophy previously run for a race named the Squadron Gallop will be held by the winning owner for a year.
THE DREAM WEDDINGS AT WESTERN HOUSE HOTEL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £16000 Prize Money £8246 to the winning horse The second to receive £3867 the third £1934 the fourth £966 and the fifth £483
RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): J Goldie (71 wins from 613 runners, 12%) runs SIR CHAUVELIN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Goldie (8 wins from 33 runners, 24%) runs SIR CHAUVELIN LONGEST TRAVELLER: SEA KING trained by Sir M Prescott, Newmarket, 360 miles.
1 SEA KING (GB) (17) 2104-10 5 9-9 (5)
Br Br g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Pamona (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J
O Mr Neil Boyden Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket T
B Highclere Stud AJN Steelstock Ltd S
He has won four times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 15l behind Crystal Black at 22-1 when 14th of 19 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 95
2 STRUTH (IRE) (17) 42-0030 4 9-7 (4)
Br Ch g Australia - Portrait of A Lady (IRE) Billy Loughnane J
O Mrs S Russell & A M Russell Charlie Johnston, Middleham T B Fargo Bloodstock Johnston Racing Ltd S
Successful at 1m and 1m 4f on good to firm and soft ground. Beaten 11l behind Crystal Black at 50-1 when 12th of 19 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 93
3 DARK MOON RISING (IRE) (22) 06-0010 D 5 8-12 (1)
Br B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Al Nassa (USA)
Shane Gray J
O Mrs Angie Bailey Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Mr N. Al Habtoor K. A. Ryan Racing S
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 5f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 6l behind Letsbefrank at 9-1 when 9th of 15 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 1m 6f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 84
4 RAVENSCRAIG CASTLE (GB) (12) 230-640 CD 6 8-6 (3)
Br Gr g Nathaniel (IRE) - In The Soup (USA) Andrew Mullen J
O Castle Racing, Sinclair & Jardine Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Wadacre Stud Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
Successful at 1m 3f and 1m 5f on good to firm and good ground, but last win was over three years ago. Beaten 9l behind Sea The Thunder at 33-1 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing at Carlisle over 1m 3f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 78
5 SIR CHAUVELIN (GB) (16) 000004 CD 12 8-4 (2)
Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Jabbara (IRE)
Amie Waugh (5) J
O Mr J. Fyffe & Mr J. S. Goldie Jim Goldie, Glasgow T
B W. M. Johnstone JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd S
Has won 12 races from 1m 4f to 2m on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather; has also won four hurdles. Finished 4l behind Euchen Glen when fourth of 9 at 40-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 76
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2023: NO CORRESPONDI NG Blinkers worn first time by No. 1. Blinkers worn by No. 3, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.
Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Sea King (GB), 11-4 Dark Moon Rising (IRE), 4-1 Struth (IRE), 5-1 Sir Chauvelin (GB), 11-1 Ravenscraig Castle (GB)
RACE RESULT
1ST
2ND
3RD 4TH TIME
DISTANCES
DARK MOON RISING won over this distance at Hamilton before fading in the closing stages on the slow ground at Thirsk on his latest start. He gets another chance back on his favoured surface. Sea King and Struth were both well beaten in the same handicap at Royal Ascot last month, with the former preferred of that pair only 2lb higher than when winning at Ripon in April. totewin: Dark Moon Rising toteeachway: Sea King
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THE KIMBERLY WYATT @ SCOTTISH SUN LADIES NIGHT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for three 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 (19-24): J Goldie (71 wins from 613 runners, 12%) runs YAASER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D O’Meara (8 wins from 50 runners, 16%) runs AL MUQDAD LONGEST TRAVELLER: HE’S A GENTLEMAN trained by H Palmer, Malpas, 219 miles.
1 AL MUQDAD (GB) (9) 634114 CD BF 4 10-4 (7)
Br Ch g Zoustar (AUS) - Miss Work of Art Daniel Tudhope J
O Mr D O’Meara & Partner
David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Springcombe Park Stud Gain Equine Nutrition S
He has won three times at 7f on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 3 1/2l behind Naepoint when fourth of 7 at 11-4 favourite on his latest outing at Doncaster over 1m (good to firm) last month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 77
2 ABRUZZO MIA (GB) (22) 120036 D
(5)
Br B g Bated Breath - Serenata Mia Connor Beasley J
O Mrs H I S Calzini Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Mrs H. I. S. Calzini Denton Hall Racing Ltd S He has been victorious on three occasions from 6f to 7f on heavy ground and on the all-weather Finished 6l behind Society Lion when sixth of 11 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 1m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 76
3 JUDGMENT CALL (GB) (24) 2304-20 CD
(3)
Br Br g Pivotal - Madonna Dell’orto Tommie Jakes (5) J
O Mr Paul Corrigan & Miss L A Perratt Linda Perratt, East Kilbride T
B Rockwell Bloodstock McGoldrick’s Pool & Sports Bar S
He has won four times at 7f on good to firm and good ground. Well beaten at 20-1 behind Tolstoy when last of 16 on his latest outing at York over 7f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 76
4 YAASER (IRE) (12) 40-0035 CD 6 10-1 (9)
Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Urjuwaan Paul Mulrennan J
O Michele Craig and David D Smith Jim Goldie, Glasgow T
B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Simply Holistic S
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Finished 5l behind Orbaan when fifth of 17 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Carlisle over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 74
5 HE’S A GENTLEMAN (IRE) (16) 202000 D 5 10-1 (4)
Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Cut No Ice (IRE) Harry Davies J
O Michael Owen Racing Club Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
B Yeomanstown Stud Coral Racing Limited S
He has won three times from 7f to 1m 1f on the all-weather Beaten 4l behind Eagle Day at 6-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 74
6 MONHAMMER (GB) (35) 0246-13 CD
Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Soviet Terms
(8)
Dougie Costello J
O Jackton Racing Club Linda Perratt, East Kilbride T
B Genesis Green Stud Ltd And Thurso Ltd North Allerton Racing S
He has won four times at 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Third of 10 behind Al Muqdad beaten 2 3/4l at 10-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 66
7 BLACK FRIDAY (GB) (16) 36-4340 CD
Br B g Equiano (FR) - The Clan Macdonald Oisin Orr J
O Riverside Racing R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Catridge Farm Stud & Partners Tote S
Winner of seven races from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to heavy Beaten 9l behind Be Proud at 11-1 when last of 10 on his latest outing here over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 65
Br B g Gustav Klimt (IRE) - Assault On Rome (IRE) Billy Loughnane J
O Mrs Christine E Budden & Partners Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Christine E Budden & Partners Johnston Racing Ltd S Successful twice at 7f on good to firm and heavy ground. Well beaten at 15-2 behind Test Of Love when last of 5 on his latest outing at Carlisle over 1m (good to soft) in May Official BHA Rating 72
9 JKR COBBLER (IRE) (21) 3234-10 CD BF 5 9-5 (1)
Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Lady Vyrnwy (IRE)
Andrew Mullen J
O Mr A. Rankin Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Ronnie Boland Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 7l behind Golden Melody at 4-1 joint-favourite when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Carlisle over 1m (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 64
10 ZEBRA STAR (IRE) (16) 054-100 CD 4 8-12 (2)
Br Gr f Gregorian (IRE) - Queen Zain (IRE) Kieran O’Neill J
O Loudoun Zebras R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Rathasker Stud
Successful twice at 7f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 12l behind Pop Star at 14-1 when last of 9 on her latest outing here over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 57
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
2023: THUNDER ROAR 4 10 0 Tom Eaves 14-1 (Tony Coyle) 11 ran
Hood worn by No. 10 Visor worn by No. 5. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 8.
Stewards Note:
HE’S A GENTLEMAN: Following its run on 22/6/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
JKR COBBLER: Following its run on 17/6/2024 it was reported that the horse returned lame.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Yaaser (IRE), 5-1 Al Muqdad (GB), 6-1 Abruzzo Mia (GB), 15-2 Monhammer (GB), 9-1 Jkr Cobbler (IRE), 10-1 He’s A Gentleman (IRE), 12-1 Judgment Call (GB), 14-1 Black Friday (GB), 18-1 Gone Rogue (IRE), 25-1 Zebra Star (IRE)
AL MUQDAD landed a double last month that included a C&D success. Another bold bid looks on the cards back over 7f having failed to stay the mile trip at Doncaster last time. Judgment Call will appreciate the return to good ground judged on his second at Musselburgh on his reappearance, while Monhammer won here in May and makes most appeal of the remainder.
totewin: Al Muqdad
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toteeachway: Judgment Call
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The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £140,167 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 24th June to 15th September 2024.
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THE LUXURY BREAKS AT WESTERN HOUSE HOTEL 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 (19-24): J Goldie (71 wins from 613 runners, 12%) runs ALLEGRO BRILLANTE & ETERNAL SUNSHINE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Goldie (8 wins from 33 runners, 24%) runs ALLEGRO BRILLANTE & ETERNAL SUNSHINE LONGEST TRAVELLER: ONE OF OUR OWN trained by R Menzies, Sedgefield, 167 miles.
1 THAKI (IRE) (11) 524051 CD 7 10-0 (9)
Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Mickleberry (IRE)
Billy Loughnane J
O Ursa Major Racing Ltd and Partner Katie Scott, Galashiels T
B Anglia Bloodstock Ltd & Mr C. Humber
Overlander Vehicles, Adra Projects Ltd S
Has won eight races at 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather A winner at 12-1 at Hamilton over 6f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Captain Dandy by 3/4l. Official BHA Rating 62
2 BACK TOMORROW (GB) (20) 120000 D
(3)
Br B f Rajasinghe (IRE) - Wonderful Life (IRE) Ryan Sexton J
O N J Dalgarno & W R Ellis Ewan Whillans, Hawick T
B Phil Cunningham Eildon Hill Stables, Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S
Successful twice at 6f on the all-weather. Beaten 9l behind High Opinion at 33-1 when last of 9 on her latest outing at Catterick over 5f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 58
3 BALLYARE (GB) (21) 055460 D
9-10 (4)
Br B g Hot Streak (IRE) - Saddlers Bend (IRE) Oisin Orr J
O Miss Lucinda V. Russell Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Mrs C. E. Cone Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 12l behind Edgewater Drive at 18-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing at Carlisle over 6f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 58
4 SKI ANGEL (GB) (16) 0-10160 C 4 9-10 (11)
Br B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Excelette (IRE) Dougie Costello J
O Drew & Ailsa Russell R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd Tattersalls S She has won four times at 5f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 7-1 behind Moon Flight when last of 7 on her latest outing here over 5f (good to firm) last month. Has won at Musselburgh and Ayr this season. Official BHA Rating 58
5 ATOMISE (GB) (21) 000-232 D
Br B m Ardad (IRE) - Eolith
Connor Beasley J
O Dods Racing Club Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Mr R. S. Hoskins Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
A winner at 6f on soft ground, but that win was over two years ago. Beaten 1l by Belsito when second of 9 at 4-1 on her latest outing at Carlisle over 6f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 58
6 PEMBROKESHIRE (GB) (5) 033662 D
Br B g Iffraaj - Gwerrann
(7)
Andrew Mullen J
O Ayr Cricket C.auld pals Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Aston Mullins Stud Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
Successful at 6f and 7f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 1 1/4l by Code Purple when second of 10 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 7f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 57
7 ONE OF OUR OWN (GB) (11) 0140-05 D
(2)
Br B f Poet’s Word (IRE) - Fangfoss Girls Phil Dennis J
O Rebecca Menzies Racing Club
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Mr Stuart Matheson Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Finished 3l behind Zaphea when fifth of 6 at 18-5 on her latest outing at Hamilton over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 54 8 ETERNAL
Br B f Orientor - Eternal Instinct Paul Mulrennan J
O Mr James Callow & Mr J. S. Goldie Jim Goldie, Glasgow T B Goldie Racing Limited Jim Goldie Racing S A winner at 6-1 at Thirsk over 6f (good to firm) on her latest outing last month, beating Calafrio by 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 52
9 NAZCA (GB) (47) 105210 D 5 8-13 (10)
Br B g Oasis Dream - Pure Line Tommie Jakes (5) J
O Mr Paul Corrigan
Linda Perratt, East Kilbride T
B W. & R. Barnett Ltd McGoldrick’s Pool & Sports Bar Pool & Sports Bar S
Winner of six races at 6f on the all-weather Beaten 8l behind Warminster at 11-2 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) in May Official BHA Rating 47
10
ONTHEBUNNY (GB) (16) 4/0-0000 4 8-12 (8)
Br B f Bungle Inthejungle - Hi Note Aiden Brookes (3) J
O The Hon Miss Heather Galbraith
Linda Perratt, East Kilbride T
B Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited North Allerton Racing S
Unplaced in all ten starts. Beaten 8l behind Going Underground at 200-1 when seventh of 11 on her latest outing here over 7f (good to firm) last month. Runs from 1lb out of handicap. Official BHA Rating 44
11 ALLEGRO BRILLANTE
(GB) (16) 6-00406
Br Ch f Portamento (IRE) - Trasparencia (ARG)
3 8-6 (1)
Amie Waugh (5) J
O The Vital Sparks & David D Smith Jim Goldie, Glasgow T
B Malih Al Basti Simply Holistic S
Yet to place in eight starts. Finished 6l behind Moon Man when sixth of 7 at 50-1 on her latest outing here over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 40
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
2023: SEE MY BABY JIVE 7 8 12 Jason Hart 5-1 (Donald Whillans) 10 ran
Hood worn by No. 6. Eyeshields worn by No. 10 Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 7.
Stewards Note:
SKI ANGEL: Following its run on 22/6/2024 it was reported that the horse missed the break and lost a shoe.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Thaki (IRE), 4-1 Atomise (GB), 7-1 Pembrokeshire (GB), 15-2 Eternal Sunshine (GB), 11-1 Ski Angel (GB), Nazca (GB), 14-1 One of Our Own (GB), 22-1 Ballyare (GB), 33-1 Back Tomorrow (GB), Allegro Brillante (GB), 66-1 Onthebunny (GB)
RESULT
1ST
2ND 3RD
DISTANCES
It could pay to stick with last month’s Hamilton winner THAKI, given he was scoring off a 4lb higher rating over course and distance last autumn. Atomise has been threatening a return to winning ways and placed again when runner-up at Carlisle, while Pembrokeshire found one too good over 7f at Musselburgh last week and can also figure. Eternal Sunshine won a classified stakes at Thirsk latest, but will find this tougher. totewin: Thaki
toteeachway: Atomise
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Stewards
Adrian Sharpe (Chief Steward)
CONDITIONS
Philip Spottiswood (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
Ali Galliers-Pratt, Adrian Smith, Lauren Thomson
Starters
Jason Callaghan, Stuart Turner
Judge Fraser Perratt
Clerk of the Scales
Michael Hamilton
Veterinary Officer
Duncan Macdonald
Veterinary Surgeons
John Morris & N Nimbley
Medical Officers
Lindsey Donaldson, Mhairi McCulloch, Andy Maylon
Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers, James Bonar, Linda Porter, Tracey Hamilton, Cyril Johnstone
Commentator
Alan Howes
Betting Ring Manager
Darren Irving
Managing Director
David Brown
Clerk of the Course & Head Groundsman
Graeme Anderson - 07768 651261 - @ClerkAyr
Raceday Operations Manager
Ross Donald - 07724 903819 rdonald@ayr-racecourse.co.uk
Raceday Safeguarding Officer
Mark Gajic - 07789 981089
First Race 2.20 - THE EBF STALLIONS RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4320 to the winning horse The second to receive £2028, the third £1014 and the fourth £507 for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, July 2nd and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 6th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band D from Band C 2lb. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. All horses which are placed in the first six in an EBF Restricted Maiden or Novice race qualifier in 2024 will be qualified to run in either THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for fillies only) at Goodwood on 25 September, 2024, or THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for colts and geldings only) at York on 11 October 2024. Both races will be run over seven furlongs. NOTE: Horses entered or declared in a race which is subsequently abandoned will not be eligible to enter a Final. 15 entries at £40 - Closed July 2nd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3414; Second £1706; Third £854; Fourth £426. (Penalty Value £4320) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.55 - THE JKR INDUSTRIAL CLEANING LTD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8246 to the winning horse The second to receive £3867, the third £1934, the fourth £966 the fifth £483 and the sixth £241. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £80 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £16 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £64 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 6th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after June 29th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. JKR INDUSTRIAL CLEANING LTD has generously sponsored this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner of the race and a cash prize will also be presented to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse 20 entries at £80 - Closed July 2nd, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £6501; Second £3251; Third £1626; Fourth £813; Fifth £406; Sixth £203 (Penalty Value £8246.40) Weights raised 4lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 3.30 - THE BOOK FOR THE AYR GOLD CUP 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 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 66 and 67; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £31 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £25 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 6th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 6lb Penalties, after June 29th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner of the race and a cash prize will also be presented to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race. 3yos rated 46 may be out of the weights. 23 entries at £31 - Closed July 2nd, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 4.05 - THE DREAM WEDDINGS AT WESTERN HOUSE HOTEL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8246 to the winning horse The second to receive £3867 the third £1934, the fourth £966 and the fifth £483 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 76-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97; such horses rated 75 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £80 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher, or £16 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £64 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 6th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 29th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. 12 entries at £80 - Closed July 2nd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6501; Second £3251; Third £1626; Fourth £813; Fifth £406. (Penalty Value £8246.40) SS SEE PAGE 19 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.40 - THE KIMBERLY WYATT @ SCOTTISH SUN LADIES NIGHT 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 three 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). £36 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £29 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 6th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 3lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 8lb Penalties, after June 29th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner of the race and a cash prize will also be presented to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse 25 entries at £36 - Closed July 2nd, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 5.15 - THE LUXURY BREAKS AT WESTERN HOUSE HOTEL 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). £31 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £25 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 6th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 12lb; 3-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 6lb Penalties, after June 29th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner of the race and a cash prize will also be presented to the groom in charge of the best turned out horse 18 entries at £31. - Closed July 2nd, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS
