Welcome to Ayr Racecourse for Scottish Sun Ladies Night and what promises to be an exciting evening with lots happening on and off the track to hopefully ensure everyone has an enjoyable and unforgettable night.
I’d like to welcome back the Scottish Sun as sponsors this evening. We have a long association with the Scottish Sun dating back to 2007 and for many years they sponsored our June Saturday They are great supporters of racing and we are also fortunate to have their very own Racing Columnist Jim Delahunt as part of the team here at Ayr.
As part of our fabulous style awards one lucky winner will receive a £500 holiday voucher from our very good friends at Thorne Travel and VIP Hospitality at the Virgin Bet Ayr Gold Cup Ladies Day on 20 September plus two fabulous tickets to see Janet Jackson in the News Scotland suite at the Hydro courtesy of the Scottish Sun. Keep an eye out for our spotters and if you are lucky enough to be chosen then you could be winning this great prize. Full details are on page 5.
After racing we have some top entertainment with Pussycat Doll Kimberley Wyatt and her Don’t Cha afterparty set which is guaranteed to light up the Ayrshire Suite.
Remember too that the Ayr Gold Cup is not far away 3 days of the best racing and entertainment in Scotland from 19-21 September Tickets are available at www.ayr-racecourse.co.uk
I’d also like to thank the team here at Ayr Racecourse for their hard work and dedication which helps makes nights like tonight that bit more special.
Last but not least thank you for your attendance tonight and I hope you all have an enjoyable evening.
David Brown Managing Director
Ayr Racecourse
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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
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2 Saddlecloth number
3 Colour of horse
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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
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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
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Tonight’s incredible prize : £500 Holiday Voucher from Thorne Travel VIP Hospitality for 2 at the Virgin Bet Ayr Gold Cup Ladies Day
Our team of top spotters will be out and about from gates opening selecting the most stylish racegoers to go though to our grand final.
All finalist will then be invited onto the stage in the Ayrshire Suite at 7:50pm where they will randomly select a horse running in the 5th race, The Scottish Sun Handicap which takes place at 8:15pm.
The winner will be determined by the horse that wins the race! Can get any more exciting!?!?
The winner will be determined it to see in the News Scotland Suite
2 Tickets to see Janet Jackson in the News Scotland Super Suite at the OVO Hydro on Sunday 13th October team of top spotters will be out
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AfterRacing Entertainment
LAST RACE
8.50PM
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The Pop Icon & Pussycat Doll takes to the Ayrshire Suite stage at 10.20pm with her Don’t Cha Afterparty DJ set!
COLIN MCARDLE DJ SET
KIMBERLY LIVE ON STAGE 10.20PM IN THE AYRSHIRE SUITE
8.45PM FROM 8.50PM
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From pop anthems and modern-day hits to rock classics and nostalgic favourites, covers band SHEB have an eclectic playlist to keep everyone entertained!
THE A McKIE BUILDERS EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES
(CLASS 5) (for horses in Band D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE)
for maiden 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
RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM &
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Easterby (28 wins from 244 runners, 11%) runs LUNAR FORCE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Dods (7 wins from 33 runners, 21%) runs HARBOUR SNUG LONGEST TRAVELLER: BOB MALI trained by O Sangster, Marlborough, 368 miles.
1 BLACK TIDE (IRE) (20) 000 9-7 (6)
Br B g Kuroshio (AUS) - Zelie Martin (IRE) Tom Eaves J
O Olympus Racing Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Padraig Williams Tote S
Foaled 27 Apr Unplaced in all three starts. Beaten 13l behind What’s She At at 22-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Redcar over 7f (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Official BHA Rating 46
2 BOB MALI (IRE) (-) 9-7 (7)
Br B c Sands of Mali (FR) - Passadouro (IRE)
Jason Hart J
O Pompey Ventures Ollie Sangster, Marlborough T
B P. O’Donnell Tote S
Foaled 7 May. Dam unraced. One that must be monitored for market support hailing from a stable in terrific form and he’s related to multiple winners. Official BHA Rating -
3 FARANDAWAY (IRE) (8) 2
9-7 (8)
Br B or Br c Far Above (IRE) - Clare Island (IRE) Oliver Stammers J
O Mr Jimmy Kay and partner Grant Tuer Northallerton T
B Rossenarra Bloodstock Ltd
Foaled 27 Mar Dam won twice at 6f Beaten 1l by Oolong Poobong when second of 9 at 12-1 on his racecourse debut at Newcastle over 6f earlier this month. Official BHA Rating -
4 GOAL LINE (IRE) (-)
9-7 (2)
Br B c Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Madeira Moon (IRE) Oisin McSweeney (3) J
O Reindeer Racing Club & Partner Adrian Keatley, Malton T
B Skymarc Farm
Foaled 9 Apr Dam unraced. Another newcomer from an in-form yard, but may need further than this in time. Official BHA Rating -
5 HARBOUR SNUG (GB) (-)
9-7 (4)
Br B g Advertise - Twizzell Paul Mulrennan J
O The Gorijeb Partnership Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Keyfan Bloodstock Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
Foaled 14 Apr Half-brother to Tardis, won twice at 5f and 6f Making his racecourse debut today for shrewd connections and may be worth a second look. Official BHA Rating -
6 LIMA SIERRA (GB) (-)
9-2 (3)
Br B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Progressive Dawn J
O Middleham Park Racing XXIX Nigel Tinkler, Malton T
B Richard Kent & Fred Ellis Middleham Park Racing S
NON-RUNNER
Foaled 10 Apr Dam won at 1m. Her owners have had plenty of success with newcomers in the past and she cannot be ruled out on debut. Official BHA Rating -
Rating
7 LUNAR FORCE (GB) (11) 4233
Br B f Land Force (IRE) - Dancing Moon (IRE)
O Reality Partnerships II
9-2 (5)
James Sullivan J
Tim Easterby Malton T
B Hungerford Park Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S
Foaled 11 Mar Placed twice in four starts. Third of 9 behind Forager beaten 3/4l at 7-2 on her latest outing at Beverley over 5f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 68
8 MYSTIFIED (IRE) (-)
9-2 (1)
Br Ch f Ulysses (IRE) - Parlance (IRE) Andrew Mullen J
O K. Quinn/ C. Benham
B Hall Of Fame Bloodstock Pty Ltd
John Butler, Newmarket T
Foaled 6 Jan. Half-sister to Word Play, won at 7f Being by a Juddmonte winner in Ulysees, this debutant is likely to improve when going up in trip. Official BHA Rating -
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
2023: SHOWHOUND 2 9 7 Jack Garritty 4-1 (Richard Fahey) 7 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 1.
Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Lunar Force (GB), 9-4 Farandaway (IRE), 9-1 Bob Mali (IRE), 12-1 Harbour Snug (GB), 16-1 Mystified (IRE), 33-1 Goal Line (IRE), 40-1 Black Tide (IRE)
A highly-encouraging second on debut at Newcastle, FARANDAWAY may have gone even closer but for taking a keen hold through the race and, expected to have learned from that experience, Grant Tuer’s charge can go one better. Not beaten far at Beverley over 5f last time out, Lunar Force shaped as though she would relish going back up in trip, while Bob Mali looks the pick of the newcomers for the in-form Ollie Sangster team.
totewin: Farandaway
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Lunar Force
POSITION OF STALLS
5f, 5.5f & 6f - Centre 7f - Outside
Remainder - Inside
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PAUL MULRENNAN 83 DAVID NOLAN 47 CONNOR BEASLEY 44
OISIN ORR 30 ANDREW MULLEN 30
TRAINERS JIM GOLDIE 89 MICHAEL DODS 60 DAVID O’MEARA 37 IAIN JARDINE 33 CHARLIE JOHNSTON 24
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David Brown Managing Director
Graeme Anderson Clerk of the Course & Head Groundsman
SPONSORS
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The Ayr Executive would like to thank today’s sponsor for their very generous support. We wish them and their guests an enjoyable day with us.
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
Adam Caffrey
7.42
Tom Eaves
6.12, 6.42, 7.12, 7.42, 8.15, 8.45
Rhys Elliott
6.42, 7.12, 7.42, 8.45
Shay Farmer
7.12, 7.42
TRAINERS
Daragh Bourke
8.45
John Butler
6.12
Tristan Davidson
8.45
Michael Dods
6.12, 6.42 7.42, 8.15
Tim Easterby
6.12, 8.15
Richard Fahey
7.12, 8.15
Jason Hart
6.12, 6.42, 7.12, 7.42, 8.15 8.45
Tommie Jakes
7.42, 8.15
Ryan Kavanagh
7.42, 8.15
Aidan Keeley
7.42
Oisin McSweeney
6.12, 8.45
Paula Muir
6.42, 7.12
Andrew Mullen
6.12, 6.42 7.12, 7.42, 8.15, 8.45
Paul Mulrennan
6.12, 6.42, 7.12, 7.42, 8.15, 8.45
Ivan Furtado
8.45
Jim Goldie
6.42, 7.42, 8.15, 8.45
Iain Jardine
6.42, 7.12, 7.42, 8.15 8.45
Adrian Keatley
6.12
Adrian McGuinness
7.42
Rebecca Menzies
7.12
Paul Midgley
7.42
Linda Perratt
6.42, 7.42, 8.15
Lizzie Quinlan
7.12
John & Sean Quinn
6.42, 8.15
Lucinda Russell
8.15 8.45
Connor Murtagh
7.12, 8.15, 8.45
Ben Robinson
7.12, 7.42, 8.45
Oliver Stammers
6.12, 7.12, 8.45
James Sullivan
6.12, 6.42, 7.42, 8.15 8.45
Dale Swift 8.15
Mohammed Tabti
7.12, 7.42, 8.45
Amie Waugh
6.42, 7.42, 8.15 8.45
Mark Winn
7.12, 7.42 8.45
Kevin Ryan 6.12, 6.42 7.42
Ollie Sangster 6.12
Katie Scott
7.42
R. Mike Smith
6.42, 7.12, 7.42, 8.15, 8.45
Seb Spencer 8.15
Wilf Storey
7.12
David Thompson
7.42, 8.45
P. Traynor
8.45
Grant Tuer
6.12, 7.12
John Wainwright
7.12
R. K. Watson
6.42
Donald Whillans
7.12, 7.42
Ewan Whillans
7.12, 8.45
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Jim MacLellan Owners & Trainers Liaison
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THE FABULOUS 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 (70 wins from 600 runners, 12%) runs CUBAN ROCK TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Dods (7 wins from 33 runners, 21%) runs ZUFFOLO FANCY THAT: I Jardine won this race in 2021 and 2023 The stable runs PARISIAC today
LONGEST TRAVELLER: IVA BATT trained by R K Watson, Ireland.
1 ZUFFOLO (IRE) (12) 500031 CD
10-1 (2)
Br B g Bungle Inthejungle - Red Red Rose Rhys Elliott (7) J
O Thompson,Saunders,Drysdale,Davison Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Mrs Anne Marie Burns Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
He has won four times at 5f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 11-2 over this course and distance (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Frank The Spark by a short head. Official BHA Rating 66
2 PARISIAC (IRE) (22) 555326 D
10-1 (3)
Br B g Kodiac - Colgin Andrew Mullen J
O Mr Darrell Torrens Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Gce Farm Ltd Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. Finished 4l behind Digital when sixth of 8 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 66
3 WARRENDALE WAGYU (GB) (21) 500-150 D 3 9-10 (4)
Br B g Tasleet - Tumblewind Jason Hart J
O The New Century Partnership John & Sean Quinn, Malton T
B Hellwood Stud Farm Warrendale Wagyu, JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S
A winner at 5f on good to soft ground. Beaten 5l behind Dandy Dinmont at 9-1 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 64
4 DC FLYER (GB) (8) 003031 D
9-6 (6)
Br B g Washington DC (IRE) - Saltwater Tom Eaves J
O Hambleton Racing Ltd XVI Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Bearstone Stud Hambleton Racing Ltd S
Successful at 5f and 6f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather A winner at 11-2 at Newcastle over 5f on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Exponential by 3/4l. Official BHA Rating 60
5 IVA BATT (IRE) (35) 040-000 D
Br Ch m Ivawood (IRE) - Mrs Batt (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J
O Pioneer Racing R. K. Watson, Northern Ireland T
B J. W. Nicholson Pioneer Racing S
She has won three times from 5f to 6f on yielding - soft ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 6l behind Akeela at 18-1 when 11th of 18 on her latest outing at Naas over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 55
O Mr James Callow & Mr J. S. Goldie Jim Goldie, Glasgow T
B Pace Bloodstock Jim Goldie Racing S
Successful at 5f and 1m on good to firm and good ground. Finished 1 3/4l behind Glory Fighter when fourth of 7 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 51
7 SHATIN VENTURE (IRE) (19) 005-4 3 8-6 (8)
Br B g Profitable (IRE) - Circleofinfluence (USA) James Sullivan J
O John Murphy W.F. Perratt,Jackton Racing
B Oghill House Stud & Joseph M. Burke
Linda Perratt, East Kilbride T
Yet to place in four starts. Finished 2 1/4l behind Taygar when fourth of 8 at 18-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Runs from 1lb out of handicap. Official BHA Rating 44
8 ROYAL DUKE (GB) (12) 0000
8-6 (1)
Br B g Music Master - Royal Duchess Paula Muir (3) J
O Mr Steve Dick R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Mr Steve Dick Tote S
Yet to place in four starts. Beaten 7l behind Zuffolo at 100-1 when seventh of 11 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Runs from 1lb out of handicap. Official BHA Rating 32
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Blinkers worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 5.
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 DC Flyer (GB), 10-3 Zuffolo (IRE), 13-2 Cuban Rock (GB), 7-1 Parisiac (IRE), 9-1 Warrendale Wagyu (GB), 10-1 Shatin Venture (IRE), 20-1 Iva Batt (IRE), 33-1 Royal Duke (GB)
2ND
3RD 4TH TIME
RACE RESULT DISTANCES 1ST
ZUFFOLO looked value for more than the winning margin when getting up narrowly to score over C&D last month, and a 6lb rise for that success seems manageable. Michael Dods’ charge gets the vote ahead of comfortable Newcastle scorer DC Flyer and Parisiac, who should improve plenty on his first run for new connections at Hamilton last month. Placed over C&D on his penultimate outing and a capable sort on his day, Cuban Rock is entitled to be thereabouts as well.
totewin: Zuffolo toteeachway: DC Flyer
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AYR GOLD CUP LEGENDS - TRAINER KEVIN RYAN
Yorkshire based Ryan has accumulated a remarkable tally of FIVE wins in the Ayr Gold Cup, his first success coming with the Jamie Spencer ridden Advanced in 2007 and the latest with Bielsa under Kevin Stott in 2021. In between those successes, Ryan struck with Our Jonathan and Captain Ramius in 2011 and 2012 with Brando’s win in 2016 coming under current stable jockey Tom Eaves. Five wins for the late David Nicholls between 2000 and 2008 mean that just two yards have been responsible for 10 of the 24 Ayr Gold Cup winners this century and all the indications point to Ryan taking his total to 6 and possibly beyond before too long. His current stable star is Royal Ascot Group 1 winner Inisherin and the trainer has several possibilities for this year’s Gold Cup.
AYR GOLD CUP LEGENDS - JOCKEY FRANKIE DETTORI
Despite announcing his retirement from racing in Britain at the end of 2023 riding superstar Dettori remains the only licensed jockey to have won TWO Ayr Gold Cups. The Italian’s new licence in America has opened up the possibility of Frankie coming back to race again in some of the top races in Britain and, unless one of the other 15 jockeys still riding can add to their single Gold Cup success at Ayr this season, the distinction of having ridden two Gold Cup winners will remain the sole property of Dettori into 2025 Frankie won back-to-back Ayr Gold Cups in 2009 and 2010 the first on Jimmy Styles for trainer Clive Cox and the second on Redford for the late David “Dandy” Nicholls and along with Gold Cup winners Franny Norton, John Egan and Joe Fanning, he’s still riding well into his 50s.
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HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for three 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 (19-24): I Jardine (42 wins from 334 runners, 13%) runs CAN’T STOP NOW, ELEMENTAL EYE & RAVENSCRAIG CASTLE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Fahey (5 wins from 71 runners, 7%) runs CISCO DISCO FANCY THAT: I Jardine won this race in 2021 and 2023 The stable runs CAN’T STOP NOW, ELEMENTAL EYE & RAVENSCRAIG CASTLE today
LONGEST TRAVELLERS: CISCO DISCO trained by R Fahey, EEETEE trained by J Wainwright, both Malton, 212 miles.
1 EEETEE (IRE) (10) 00-6034 D 6 10-3 (11)
Br B g Fast Company (IRE) - Chiquita Picosa (USA) Mark Winn (3) J
O Racehorse Ownership Club John Wainwright, Malton T
B Macha Bloodstock & N. Drion
Racehorse Ownership Club S
He has won four times at 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 3l behind See That Storm when fourth of 11 at 17-2 on his latest outing at Redcar over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 76
B Peter Winkworth Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S Successful twice at 1m 4f on the all-weather, but last win was over three years ago; has also won a hurdle. Beaten 15l behind Baltic at 66-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m 4f last month. Official BHA Rating 75
3 RAVENSCRAIG CASTLE (GB) (19) 0-64054 C 6 9-13 (1)
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. Finished 6l behind It’s All About You when fourth of 7 at 10-3 on his latest outing here over 1m 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 72
4 SHIFTER (GB) (29) 011305 CD 5 9-11 (8)
Br B m Muhaarar - Holley Shiftwell Paula Muir (3) J
O The Thistles & The Roses Partnership Wilf Storey, Consett T
B J. W. Parry
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 2f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather Finished 1 3/4l behind Lieber Power when fifth of 11 at 6-1 on her latest outing at York over 1m 4f (good to soft) last month. Has won at Redcar and Ayr this season. Official BHA Rating 70
5 SHE’S GOT BOTTLE (GB) (73) 2-06113 D
5 9-11 (4)
Br B m Lethal Force (IRE) - Lady Tabitha (IRE) Tom Eaves J
O Bolton Mill Racing II Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B Saxtead Livestock Ltd
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to soft. Third of 9 behind Makeen beaten 2 1/2l at 4-1 on her latest outing at Beverley over 1m (soft) in May Has won at Beverley and Pontefract this season. Having her first run for a new stable today Official BHA Rating 70
6 HELTER SKELTER (IRE) (19) 400222
9-11 (7)
Br B g Elzaam (AUS) - Dizzy Ben Robinson J
O The Horse Watchers 6 Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Mr John Donworth Bluegrass Horse Feeds, Timeform S
Placed in four of 12 starts. Beaten 1 1/4l by Hale End when second of 7 at 10-3 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 70
7 ELEMENTAL EYE (GB) (10) 2-00225
9-5 (3)
Br B g Expert Eye - Time On Paul Mulrennan J
O The Cricketers Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B W. & R. Barnett Ltd Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
Placed in three of nine starts. Finished 5l behind See That Storm when fifth of 11 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Redcar over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time. Official BHA Rating 72
8 CISCO DISCO (IRE) (19) 06-0056
9-5 (10)
Br B g Elzaam (AUS) - Sovereign Street Connor Murtagh J
O Mrs Camille Macdonald Richard Fahey, Malton T
B John Davison
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy Finished 4l behind Hale End when sixth of 7 at 7-2 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 64
9 CAN’T STOP NOW (IRE) (23) 22-5056 D 7 9-4 (6)
Br Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Sorry Woman (FR)
Mohammed Tabti (5) J
O Let’s Be Lucky Racing 30 Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Newtown Stud Syndicate Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
Successful at 1m 1f and 1m 2f on good and good to soft ground; has also won two hurdles. Finished 10l behind V Twelve when sixth of 7 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 1m 3f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 63
10 TILSITT (FR) (19) 00-4353 CD BF
Br B g Charm Spirit (IRE) - Azores (IRE)
7 9-2 (12)
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. Third of 7 behind It’s All About You beaten 3 1/2l at 3-1 favourite on his latest outing here over 1m 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 61
11 TITAINIUM (GB) (29) 045210
Br Gr g Bated Breath - I’m Impressed (IRE)
O Hornby Hornets
3 9-1 (2)
Oliver Stammers J
Grant Tuer Northallerton T
B Miss S. J. Turner Herbs Unlimited S
A winner at 7f on the all-weather Beaten 10l behind Sisyphean at 17-2 when eighth of 9 on his latest outing at York over 1m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 68
12 NATURALIA (GB) (14) 5-31225
3 9-1 (9)
Br B f Sea The Moon (GER) - Na Balada (BRZ) Shay Farmer (7) J
O The Old Firm
B Miss K. Rausing
Donald Whillans, Hawick T
A winner at 1m 1f on soft ground. Finished 5l behind Grey Fable when fifth of 7 at 15-2 on her latest outing at Chester over 1m 4f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 68
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7. Hood worn by No. 9. Visor worn by No. 6, 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 10
Stewards Note: TITAINIUM: Following its run on 12/7/2024 it was reported that the horse ran flat.
A tentative vote goes to SHIFTER, who was a taking winner over C&D in May, and was last seen running well over further in an apprentice handicap at York. Dropping back in trip looks like a good move for the five-year-old, and she is narrowly preferred to the consistent Helter Skelter, as well as She’s Got Bottle, who has moved stables since showing terrific form earlier in the season. Others to note include Eeetee, Ravenscraig Castle and Titainium. totewin: Shifter toteeachway: She’s Got Bottle
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4TH,22ND, 23RD&30TH
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Scotland’s favourite front runner s
THE SPECSAVERS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9000 Prize Money £4710 to the winning horse The second to receive £2210 the third £1104 the fourth £552 and the fifth £275
RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): J Goldie (70 wins from 600 runners, 12%) runs ETERNAL SUNSHINE & SOUND OF IONA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Dods (7 wins from 33 runners, 21%) runs LORD ABAMA LONGEST TRAVELLER: DISTILLATE trained by A McGuinness, Ireland.
1 LORD ABAMA (IRE) (16) 011445 D 5 10-2 (13)
Br Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Dancing Years (IRE) Rhys Elliott (7) J
O Mrs K S Pratt, Mr P R Blackett, M Dods
Michael Dods, Darlington T
B P. Henley,E McDonnell & Pattern B/S Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Bright when fifth of 10 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (good to firm) last month. Has won twice at Thirsk this season. Official BHA Rating 67
2 DISTILLATE (GB) (28) 160344 D
4 10-2 (14)
Br Ch f Havana Grey - Dolly Colman (IRE) Adam Caffrey (3) J
O Mark Devlin/Nigel O’Hare/Philip Smith Adrian McGuinness, Ireland T
B Whitsbury Manor Stud
She has won four times from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to heavy and on the all-weather. Finished 1 1/2l behind Reinforce when fourth of 15 at 17-2 on her latest outing at Navan over 5f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 67
3 BELSITO (GER) (22) 053210 D
(7)
Br B g Areion (GER) - Best Moving (GER) Tom Eaves J
O Hambleton Racing Ltd XXXII
Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Gestut Riepegrund Hambleton Racing Ltd S
Successful at 5f and 6f on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 14l behind Em Jay Kay at 4-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Nottingham over 6f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 66
4 STORMY PEARL (GB) (10) 320211 D
4 10-0 (15)
Br B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - David’s Duchess (IRE) Aidan Keeley (3) J
O Kenneth Mann and Kevin Kirkup David Thompson, Darlington T
B Culworth Grounds Farm & Mustard B’stock Tote S
She has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. A winner at 4-1 at Redcar over 6f (good to firm) on her latest outing last month, beating Hurstwood by 4l. Has also won at Hamilton this season. Official BHA Rating 65
5 GISELLES IZZY (IRE) (5) 033150 D BF
5 9-13 (4)
Br B m Camacho - Miss Cape (IRE) Shay Farmer (7) J
O Sons of Stirling Ltd Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Denis Noonan Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 5l behind Water Of Leith at 4-1 favourite when eighth of 10 on her latest outing at Carlisle over 6f (good) earlier this month. Has won twice at Hamilton this season. Official BHA Rating 64
6 POCKLEY (GB) (18) 605400 D
Br B g Shalaa (IRE) - Wanting (IRE)
O Mr William Burns & Miss L.A. Perratt
B Wood Hall Stud
9-13 (11)
Tommie Jakes (5) J
Linda Perratt, East Kilbride T
Winner of six races from 5f to 7f on the all-weather Beaten 8l behind Profitable Edge at 50-1 when last of 10 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 64
7 ETERNAL SUNSHINE (GB) (19) 6-04111 CD 4
(8)
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 She has won three times at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Won on her latest outing when 9-4 favourite over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Ramon Di Loria by 1 1/4l. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 64
Br B g Time Test - Steppe By Steppe Mohammed Tabti (5) J O Let’s Be Lucky Racing 36 & David Carroll Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T B Newhall Estate Farm Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S A winner at 6f on soft ground, but that win was over two years ago. Beaten 9l behind Havana Rum at 3-1 favourite when eighth of 9 on his latest outing at Pontefract over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 62
9 ENDERMAN (GB) (35) 422223 D 6 9-8 (6)
Br B g Bated Breath - Wish You Luck
O Mr Colin Alton & Mr P. T. Midgley
Mark Winn (3) J
Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Mr J. W. Mitchell Tote S
Successful twice at 6f on good to soft and heavy ground. Third of 13 behind Rayat beaten 2 1/2l at 7-1 on his latest outing at Nottingham over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 59
10 PIPER’S FORT (IRE) (19) 434155 D 3 9-2 (5)
Br B g Kodiac - Wunderbar Jason Hart J
O Ursa Major Racing Ltd Katie Scott, Galashiels T
B Tally-Ho Stud Adra Projects Ltd S
A winner at 6f on soft ground. Finished 7l behind Eternal Sunshine when fifth of 8 at 33-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 57
11 SOUND OF IONA (GB) (12) 000412 CD BF 8 9-1 (2)
Br Ch m Orientor - Eternal Instinct
Amie Waugh (5) J
O The Grant Family & The Reluctant Suitors Jim Goldie, Glasgow T
B F J Connor & J S Goldie
Has won nine races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Beaten 3/4l by Biplane when second of 7 at 5-2 favourite on her latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 52
12 JOHN KIRKUP (GB) (4) 330352
(1)
Br Ch g Assertive - Bikini Ben Robinson J
O Mrs Suzanne Kirkup & Mr Kevin Kirkup David Thompson, Darlington T
B W. M. Lidsey The Osteopath Kevin Kirkup S
Has won ten races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy Beaten 3l by Coconut Bay when second of 11 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Catterick over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 50
13 SEE MY BABY JIVE (GB) (14) 0-06002
(3)
Br Ch m Coach House (IRE) - Lady Fiona Andrew Mullen J
O Mrs H. M. Whillans Donald Whillans, Hawick T
B Trickledown Stud Limited
She has won three times at 6f on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 3/4l by Barossa when second of 9 at 22-1 on her latest outing at Newcastle over 7f last month. Official BHA Rating 48
14 CHOOKIE DUNEDIN (GB) (26) 000-000 CD 9 8-9 (10)
Br B g Epaulette (AUS) - Lady of Windsor (IRE) Ryan Kavanagh (7) J
O Raeburn Brick Limited R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B D. and J. Raeburn
Has won 13 races from 5f to 7f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 12l behind Sound Of Iona at 80-1 when 9th of 11 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 46
15 ONTHEBUNNY (GB) (8) 000004 4 8-9 (9)
Br B f Bungle Inthejungle - Hi Note James Sullivan J
O The Hon Miss Heather Galbraith Linda Perratt, East Kilbride T
B Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited North Allerton Racing S
Yet to place in 14 starts. Finished 3l behind Doomsday when fourth of 7 at 22-1 on her latest outing at Musselburgh over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month. Runs from 1lb out of handicap. Official BHA Rating 42
DECLARED RUNNERS 15
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Blinkers worn by No. 1, 9, 12. Eyeshields worn by No. 15 Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6, 14
Stewards Note:
BELSITO: Following its run on 19/7/2024 it was reported that the horse was very slowly away HOUR BY HOUR: Following its run on 19/7/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free. PIPER’S FORT: Following its run on 22/7/2024 it was reported that the horse slipped leaving the stalls.
Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Stormy Pearl (GB), 6-1 Eternal Sunshine (GB), 8-1 Sound of Iona (GB), 9-1 Enderman (GB), 11-1 Lord Abama (IRE), Distillate (GB), 14-1 Giselles Izzy (IRE), See My Baby Jive (GB), 16-1 Belsito (GER), 18-1 Hour By Hour (GB), John Kirkup (GB), 33-1 Piper’s Fort (IRE), 66-1 Onthebunny (GB), 100-1 Pockley (GB), 300-1 Chookie Dunedin (GB)
RACE
1ST
2ND
3RD
RESULT DISTANCES
4TH TIME
This looks a very open contest but a chance is taken on SOUND OF IONA, who was beaten just under a length over C&D last time and she can go one better today. Jim Goldie’s charge runs off an unchanged mark today and Amy Waugh’s 5lb claim makes the eight-year-old a very solid proposition. Eternal Sunshine looked ahead of the handicapper when scoring in comfortable fashion over C&D last month and a 6lb hike may not be out of her reach, while this extra yardage can benefit Distillate.
THE SCOTTISH SUN 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 (70 wins from 600 runners, 12%) runs BRAES OF DOUNE
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Dods (7 wins from 33 runners, 21%) runs KING’S CROWN
WEIGHTWATCHER: ZEBRA STAR won off a handicap mark of 61, her rating is now down 8lb to 53 LONGEST TRAVELLERS:APOCALYXtrainedbyRFahey,LITTLEMUDDYtrainedbySSpencer,VINCELEPRINCEtrainedbyTEasterby,SIRGARFIELDtrainedbyJ&SQuinn,allMalton,212miles.
1 LITTLE MUDDY (GB) (52) 00-3400 C 8 10-0 (2)
Br B m Mr Medici (IRE) - Secret Oasis
Dale Swift J
O MAC Racing Seb Spencer, Malton T
B A. Spalding & Bambi Bloodstock Eco-Power Group S
She has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 5l behind Faustus at 9-2 when seventh of 10 on her latest outing at Nottingham over 5f (good to soft) in June. Official BHA Rating 68
2 VINCE LE PRINCE (GB) (14) 0-26135 D 4 9-13 (10)
Br B g Iffraaj - Crecy
James Sullivan J
O Reality Partnerships V Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Crecy Partnership Easthorpe Hall Stud S
He has won three times at 7f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Finished 2 1/2l behind Light Speed when fifth of 12 at 13-2 on his latest outing at Chester over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 67
3 JONNY CONCRETE (IRE) (21) 0-42343 BF 3 9-12 (7)
Br B g Oasis Dream - Hot Sauce (IRE) Andrew Mullen J
O Mr Ian Jones Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Highfort Stud & Mrs Olivia Hoare Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
Placed in three of eight starts. Third of 4 behind Miaswell beaten 2 1/4l at 2-1fav on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m (soft) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time. Official BHA Rating 72
4 APOCALYX (GB) (29) 20-00
Br B g Calyx - Rip Roaring
9-10 (9)
Connor Murtagh J
O Mr Steve Bradley Richard Fahey, Malton T
B Smarden Thoroughbreds Tote S
Placed once in four starts. Beaten 10l behind Sisyphean at 28-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing at York over 1m (good to soft) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time. Official BHA Rating 70
5 KING’S CROWN (IRE) (21) 025650 4 9-10 (3)
Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Textured (IRE)
Paul Mulrennan J
O Mr Dave Stone Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Mountarmstrong Stud STS Group Ltd S
A winner at 6f on good ground, but that win was over two years ago. Beaten 7l behind Create at 11-1 when 11th of 14 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 7f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 64
6 JOHN L SULLIVAN (IRE) (52) 0-05214 3 9-6 (6)
Br B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Rip Van Music (IRE) Tom Eaves J
O Claymore Racing Ltd Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Patrick J. Connolly Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Claymore Racing Ltd S
A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 2 1/2l behind Jazz Scene when fourth of 5 at 10-3 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 1m (good) in June. Official BHA Rating 66
7 COLOUR CODE (IRE) (77) 2-25004
9-5 (4)
Br Br f Due Diligence (USA) - Riot of Colour Tommie Jakes (5) J
O Paul Corrigan & Natasha Corrigan Linda Perratt, East Kilbride T
B Gwyn Meredith McGoldrick’s Pool & Sports Bar S
Placed twice in seven starts. Well beaten at 33-1 behind Fair Point when last of 4 on her latest outing at Chester over 7f (good to soft) in May Official BHA Rating 65
8 SIR GARFIELD (IRE) (20) 600-412 D
Br B g James Garfield (IRE) - Vastitas (IRE) Jason Hart J
O The Wild Rovers John & Sean Quinn, Malton T
B Rathbarry Stud JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S
A winner at 7f on soft ground. Beaten 1/2l by Havana Prince when second of 14 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Redcar over 7f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 64
9 ZEBRA STAR (IRE) (19) 100000 CD 4 8-13 (1)
Br Gr f Gregorian (IRE) - Queen Zain (IRE)
Ryan Kavanagh (7) J
O Loudoun Zebras R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Rathasker Stud
Successful twice at 7f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 19l behind Pembrokeshire at 14-1 when last of 12 on her latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 53
10 BRAES OF DOUNE
(GB) (19) 1-22342 C BF 6 8-12 (8)
Br B g Orientor - Gargoyle Girl
O Mr James Callow & Mr J. S. Goldie
Amie Waugh (5) J
Jim Goldie, Glasgow T
B Jim Goldie Jim Goldie Racing S
A winner at 1m 2f on good to soft ground. Beaten a head by Pembrokeshire when second of 12 at 3-1 favourite on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 52
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3, 4. Hood worn by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5, 10
Stewards Note:
LITTLE MUDDY: Following its run on 19/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was slowly away COLOUR CODE: Following its run on 25/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. ZEBRA STAR: Following its run on 22/7/2024 it was reported that the horse slipped leaving the stalls.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Sir Garfield (IRE), 9-2 Braes of Doune (GB), 6-1 Vince Le Prince (GB), 8-1 Little Muddy (GB), 9-1 Jonny Concrete (IRE), John L Sullivan (IRE), 14-1 King’s Crown (IRE), 33-1 Apocalyx (GB), Zebra Star (IRE), 80-1 Colour Code (IRE)
3RD 4TH TIME RACE RESULT DISTANCES 1ST
2ND
This appears to be a good opportunity for BRAES OF DOUNE to go one better than his second over C&D last month and gain compensation. The six-year-old was sent off favourite when beaten just a head on that occasion and he can offer another bold bid off just 1lb higher in the ratings. Zebra Star won over C&D in May off 2lb higher and she commands respect if able to repeat that form, while Vince Le Prince is also on an exploitable mark.
totewin: Braes Of Doune
toteeachway: Zebra Star
PLACES
Scotland’s favourite front runner s
THE TENNENT’S LAGER
CLASSIFIED 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 (70 wins from 600 runners, 12%) runs LANG TOON LAD TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Goldie (4 wins from 28 runners, 14%) runs LANG TOON LAD LONGEST TRAVELLER: ANJICIAN trained by P Traynor, Ireland.
Yet to place in six starts. Finished 7l behind Hot Team when fifth of 10 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 1m 1f (good) in June. Official BHA Rating 47
2 GOING TO THE MOON (IRE) (50) 503-000
(4)
Br B g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Madeira Moon (IRE) James Sullivan J
O Mr G. McGregor David Thompson, Darlington T
B Skymarc Farm Tote S
Placed once in 11 starts. Beaten 12l behind Indie Skies at 125-1 when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Redcar over 7f (good to firm) in June. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Official BHA Rating 50
3 LAUDABLE (GB) (18) 024503
9-9 (11)
Br B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Pink Flames (IRE) Jason Hart J
O Border Raiders & T Davidson Tristan Davidson, Carlisle T
B The Pink Flames Partnership Jewson Limited, AKV Group Ltd S
Placed twice in 13 starts. Third of 8 behind dead-heaters National Question and Peripeteia beaten a neck at 6-1 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m 4f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 47
4 LUNACY (GB) (14) 606000 4 9-9 (5)
Br B g New Bay - Lunar Spirit Andrew Mullen J
O The Crown Lunatics, D Bell & K Elliott Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Beaslay Thoroughbreds Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
Successful twice at 1m 3f on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 6l behind Barleybrown at 33-1 when seventh of 13 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m last month. Official BHA Rating 49
5 OUR NOBLE LORD (GB) (38) 4000/0-0
9-9 (9)
Br Ch g Sir Percy - Lady Stardust Oliver Stammers J
O Mrs Bettine Evans Lucinda Russell, Kinross T
B Mrs Martin Armstrong Ongar Bridge Motor Co Ltd, Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
Yet to place in seven starts. Well beaten at 9-1 behind Escarpment when last of 7 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m 4f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 42
6 PACO’S PRIDE (GB) (28) 003523 4 9-9 (13)
Br Gr f Roaring Lion (USA) - Paco’s Angel
Mark Winn (3) J
O Mr Duncan McCready Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T
B Biddestone Stud Ltd Solway Escapes S
Placed in five of 19 starts. Third of 5 behind Jumeira Vision beaten 6l at 5-2 on her latest outing at Hamilton over 1m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 49
7 ROYAL COUNTESS (GB) (34) 060-550 CD 8 9-9 (7)
Br B m Coach House (IRE) - Dont Tell Nan Rhys Elliott (7) J
O Mr Steve Dick R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Bearstone Stud Ltd Tote S
She has won three times at 1m 2f on good to firm and soft ground. Beaten 5l behind Dingwall at 14-1 when seventh of 9 on her latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 41
8 VISITANT (GB) (8) 362502 CD 11 9-9 (10)
Br Ch g Pivotal - Invitee Ben Robinson J
O Mr David W. Thompson David Thompson, Darlington T
B Cheveley Park Stud Limited
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 1/2l by Stand Free when second of 10 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m 2f earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 47
9 LANG TOON LAD (IRE) (8) 060050 3 9-1 (12)
Br B g Cotai Glory - Saikung (IRE)
Amie Waugh (5) J
O The Vital Sparks Jim Goldie, Glasgow T
B Kangyu International Racing Ltd Jim Goldie Racing S
Unplaced in all eight starts. Beaten 7l behind Stand Free at 14-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m 2f earlier this month. He is wearing a hood for the first time. Official BHA Rating 42
10 LEVECHE (IRE) (23) 006
3 9-1 (2)
Br B c Australia - Balcony (IRE) Mohammed Tabti (5) J
O Ms S. Johnstone & Mr W. M. Johnstone Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B William Johnstone Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
Unplaced in all three starts. Well beaten at 250-1 behind Thunder Run when sixth of 7 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 43
11 LINCOLN ROYAL (IRE) (19) 000-030
3 9-1 (1)
Br B f Cable Bay (IRE) - Red Avis Tom Eaves J
O G.P.S. Heart of Racing Ltd & partner
Ivan Furtado, Wiseton T
B Epona Bloodstock Ltd P C Coaches of Lincoln Ltd, P C Coaches of Lincoln Limited S
Placed once in seven starts. Beaten 20l behind Chicago Gal at 40-1 when 9th of 11 on her latest outing at Beverley over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 50
12 MILLBUIE (GB) (28) 065552
3 9-1 (6)
Br B g Adaay (IRE) - Henpecked Connor Murtagh J
O N J Dalgarno & W R Ellis Ewan Whillans, Hawick T
B Mrs J Imray Eildon Hill Stables, Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S
Placed once in eight starts. Beaten 2 1/4l by Jumeira Vision when second of 5 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 1m (good to soft) last month, his only placing from 8 starts. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time. Official BHA Rating 46
13 STRIKE RATE (IRE) (8) 360005
3 9-1 (8)
Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Emmie (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J
O Mr J. Macleod Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T
B Ballyhane Simple Fuel Solutions Limited S
Unplaced in all seven starts. Finished 1 3/4l behind Stand Free when fifth of 10 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m 2f earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 49
DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2023: CABINET MAKER (IRE) 4 9 9 Andrew Mullen 10-3 (Rebecca Menzies) 9 ran Hood worn first time by No. 9. Blinkers worn first time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 7, 8. Stewards Note:
OUR NOBLE LORD: Following its run on 3/7/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed throughout. VISITANT: Following its run on 2/8/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running. LANG TOON LAD: Following its run on 2/8/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running. Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Laudable (GB), 5-1 Paco’s Pride (GB), 6-1 Millbuie (GB), 15-2 Visitant (GB), 10-1 Strike Rate (IRE), 12-1 Lunacy (GB), 14-1 Anjician (IRE), 18-1 Lincoln Royal (IRE), 28-1 Royal Countess (GB), Lang Toon Lad (IRE), 33-1 Leveche (IRE), 40-1 Going To The Moon (IRE), Our Noble Lord (GB)
VISITANT was only beaten a half length off 3lb lower over 1m2f at Newcastle last Friday and a repeat of that effort would see him go close once again. David Thompson’s 11-year-old was slowly away before staying on well on that occasion and with a more polished display today, he could take the beating. The consistent Paco’s Pride rarely runs a bad race and she is likely to pose the biggest questions to the selection, while Millbuie can also make the frame.
totewin: Visitant
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First Race 6.12 - THE A McKIE BUILDERS EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Band 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 maiden two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which are in Band D. Enter by noon, August 5th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 8th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb. QTS has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £500 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. For further details regarding Restricted Race Bands, please refer to Standard Conditions for Entry on www2.racingadmin.co.uk 13 entries at £40 - Closed August 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3414; Second £1706; Third £854; Fourth £426. (Penalty Value £4320) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 6.42 - THE FABULOUS 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. August 8th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after August 3rd, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. FABULOUS have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 18 entries, 1 at £6 and 17 at £31. - Closed August 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 7.12 - THE thescottishsun.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) 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 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. August 8th. 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 August 3rd, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. THE SCOTTISH SUN has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of SCOTTISH SUN The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 19 entries at £36 - Closed August 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 7.42 - THE SPECSAVERS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4710 to the winning horse The second to receive £2210, the third £1104, the fourth £552 and the fifth £275 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. August 8th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after August 3rd, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. SCOTTISH SUN has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the person in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of SCOTTISH SUN The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 33 entries, 2 at £6 and 31 at £31. - Closed August 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) SS SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 8.15 - THE SCOTTISH SUN 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 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72; such horses rated 50 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £36 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £29 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 8th. 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 August 3rd, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. SCOTTISH SUNhas kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of SCOTTISH SUN The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 22 entries at £36 - Closed August 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 8.45 - THE TENNENT’S LAGER CLASSIFIED 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 0-50 Enter by noon, August 5th and pay £31 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 8th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 1lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 3rd, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above. TENNENT’S 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. ELIMINATION: Protection from elimination will operate in the following order Horses which, in the opinion of the Handicapper, have the highest Handicap Rating based on races run up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, except that horses which have run fewer than seven times in a Flat race will be given priority Random balloting will apply where horses have identical Handicap Ratings. (In the case of horses which have raced fewer than 7 times, no preference will be given to those with the least number of runs. Those with the highest handicap rating will be given preference). 19 entries at £31. - Closed August 5th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS
