Welcome to Ayr Racecourse for our Glasgow Fair Family Raceday.
Whether you are a first time racegoer or a seasoned racing enthusiast, I hope you have an enjoyable experience with us today.
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, their participation is much valued.
We have a huge variety of attractions for all the family to participate in from face painting to live shows hopefully there is something for everyone and remember to look out for the Mascot race. In addition with the weather forecast being so good we have a barbeque today… summer is definitely here.
We also of course have the Ayr Gold Cup Trial today which is now demonstrating a real pathway and insight into the Ayr Gold Cup in September, last year’s winner of this trial Almareq went on to secure victory this year in the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth Jubilee stakes at Ascot no less. Today’s race should be equally as hot and £30000 prize money on a Monday is well worth winning.
Looking forward to August 8th our feature Saturday evening is our Sounds of Summer racenight and we have top racing action together with the biggest barbeque in town. On the entertainment front we have The Stickmen Project, an 80’s tribute show all playing live after racing we even have a silent disco
Finally thank you to all of the equine stars on show today together with the stable staff who attend to them there would be no raceday without them.
I wish you and 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 27TH JULY
LADBROKES RACEDAY
We look forward to welcoming you back!
g Pivotal - Argent du Bois (USA) Tom Eaves Mrs Angie Bailey Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Car Colston Hall StudK 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
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
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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.
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
SPONSORS
The Ayr Executive would like to thank today’s sponsors for their very generous support. We wish them and their guests an enjoyable day with us.
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Graeme Anderson Clerk of the Course & Head Groundsman
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1 TAM O’CANTER
Ayr Racecourse’s very own mascot Tam knows this track better than anyone! From early morning training trots to insider knowledge, Tam’s got local advantage. Expect big things from this hometown hero with a galloping sense of direction.
2 HOPE THE ELEPHANT
Back for another stampede, Hope the Elephant is flying the flag for Ayrshire Cancer Support. A firm favourite in the mascot race, she’s got her trunk on the prize and hopes to be crowned queen of the track once again.
3 KILLIE PIE
Most people love a Kilmarnock Pie and Pieman is the Mascot representing the tasty treat this afternoon. He has been coached for today by Browning supremo John Gall
4 PANDAMONIUM
This bamboo-munching panda has been training hard and is ready to cause… well, pandamonium! With his eyes on the finish line expect a whole lot of fluff and fury...does he have what it takes?
5 NEVIS
Paws up for Chief! Representing Police Scotland Youth Volunteers, Chief’s not just chasing tails – he’s chasing glory. Fast, focused, and full of fun, this top dog is ready to sniff out victory.
6
VIC THE LION
Roaring in from Whitletts Vics in the Community, Vic the Lion is here to spread the word and maybe steal a win too! Known for his community spirit and mane-tastic presence, Vic’s got his eyes on the prize and his paws on the pulse. Welcome back, Vic – let’s see if you’ve still got that lion heart!
7 KAMI BEAR
Kami Bear is the lovable mascot of Crosshouse Children’s Fund, always ready with a big bear hug and an even bigger smile. Swapping cuddles for competition, Kami is taking on the Ayr Racecourse mascot race to support the amazing work the charity does for children and families across Ayrshire.
EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
for novice two yrs old x Total prize fund £10000
Prize Money £5400 to the winning horse
The second to receive £2535, and the third £1268
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): K R Burke (22 wins from 138 runners, 16%) runs GREAT OAK TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K R Burke (7 wins from 36 runners, 19%) runs GREAT OAK LONGEST TRAVELLER: STAR PEOPLE trained by J & S Quinn, Malton, 212 miles.
1 GREAT OAK (IRE) (-)
Br B c Mehmas (IRE) - Stamina
O Ballylinch Stud & Ecurie Des Charmes
B Ballylinch Stud & Ecurie Des Charmes
Foaled 23 Jan. Yard no strangers to readying a newcomer and this juvenile must be
race on debut. Market may tell us more. Official BHA Rating -
2 STAR PEOPLE (FR) (51) 05
Br B g Sioux Nation (USA) - Tayberry (FR)
O John Blackburn & Ross Harmon
B Ecurie Loick Fouchet
Foaled 17 Jan. Dam a lightly raced maiden. Unplaced in both starts. Finished 6l behind Virtuous Star when fifth of 11 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 6f (good) in May. Official BHA Rating -
3 MOLLISHA (IRE) (-)
Br B f Sands of Mali (FR) - Catadalya (IRE) Non
Runner
O Nick Bradley Racing 17 and Partner Brian Ellison, Malton T
B Mr John Flynn Brian Ellison Racing Limited, Racing Partners S
Probable S.P’s: 4-11 Great Oak (IRE), 9-4 Star People (FR)
Star People improved on his debut 10th at York to finish fifth at Chester on his most recent start and has been gelded since. With further progression likely, he has to be respected, but GREAT OAK can win this match. Karl Burke’s juvenile is related to plenty of winners and has enough speed in his pedigree to suggest that he could make a winning debut over this trip.
totewin: Great Oak
THE DREAM WEDDINGS
AT WESTERN HOUSE HOTEL
HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
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 (20-25): J Goldie (101 wins from 726 runners, 14%) runs SUMMERSTORMS DREAM & WATER OF LEITH TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): I Jardine (5 wins from 29 runners, 17%) runs MOUNT RUAPEHU FANCY THAT: J Goldie won this race in 2017 and 2024. The stable runs SUMMERSTORMS DREAM & WATER OF LEITH today LONGEST TRAVELLER: HARLEQUIN BAY trained by R & P Fahey, Malton, 212 miles.
1 WATER OF LEITH (IRE) (7) 465536 CD
810-0 (5)
Br B g Kodiac - Zakhrafa (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J
O Adam Mills and Jonnie Delta Racing Jim Goldie, Glasgow T
B Rifa Mustang Pty LtdJim Goldie Racing S
Has won 12 races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Finished 2 1/2l behind Azuinthejungle when sixth of 8 at 9-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 63
2 MOUNT RUAPEHU (IRE) (11) 200666 D
Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Katla (IRE)
69-11 (3)
Andrew Mullen J
O Jardine Roofing LtdIain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B John Grogan & Irish National Stud Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on good ground and on the all-weather Finished 5l behind Great when sixth of 11 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Carlisle over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 60
3 HARLEQUIN BAY (GB) (34) 522-300
39-9 (2)
Br B g Mohaather - Drift And Dream Harry Russell J
O Lady Juliet Tadgell Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B Lady Juliet Tadgell
Placed twice in six starts. Beaten 10l behind Vingegaard at 125-1 when last of 11 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 63
4 WHISKEY KISSES (IRE) (7) 3-46003
39-8 (4)
Br B f Mehmas (IRE) - Jessica Rocks Daniel Tudhope J
O West Loudoun Racing Club R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Yulong Investments (Australia) Pty
Placed in three of nine starts. Third of 8 behind Azuinthejungle beaten 1 1/2l at 50-1 on her latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 62
5 COTAI STARLIGHT (IRE) (20) 6-350
39-1 (6)
Br Ch f Cotai Glory - Clef Jason Hart J
O Summerstorm Bloodstock LtdKatie Scott, Galashiels T
B Ma Chi Un Fred Chris’s House, Katie Scott Racing Syndicate S
Yet to place in four starts. Well beaten at 28-1 behind Classy Clarets when eighth of 9 on her latest outing at Musselburgh over 7f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 55
6 ROYAL DUKE (GB) (7) 063005 C
58-13 (1)
Br B g Music Master - Royal Duchess Rhys Elliott (5) J
O Mr Steve DickR Mike Smith, Galston T
B Mr Steve DickTote S
He has won three times at 5f on good ground. Finished 2l behind Azuinthejungle when fifth of 8 at 20-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) earlier this month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time. Official BHA Rating 48
7 SUMMERSTORMS DREAM (IRE) (15) 54-3500
48-10 (7)
Br B f Inns of Court (IRE) - Sparks (IRE) Lauren Young (5) J
O Summerstorm Bloodstock LtdJim Goldie, Glasgow T
B Sherbourne Lodge & Vereright Chris’s House S
Yet to place in nine starts. Beaten 6l behind Jkr Cobbler at 25-1 when seventh of 11 on her latest outing here over 7f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 45
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
2025: DANZAN (IRE) 10 9 13 David Allan 9-2 (Tim Easterby) 12 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 3.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Water of Leith (IRE), 7-2 Mount Ruapehu (IRE), 4-1 Whiskey Kisses (IRE), 5-1 Royal Duke (GB), 6-1 Summerstorms Dream (IRE), 8-1 Harlequin Bay (GB), 20-1 Cotai Starlight (IRE)
2ND
WHISKEY KISSES outran odds of 50/1 to finish a close third over track and trip last week and now has the services of Daniel Tudhope. With a similar performance, the daughter of Mehmas could prove a tough nut to crack. Cotai Starlight failed to land a blow when eighth on her handicap bow at Musselburgh, but she might be worth another chance. Water Of Leith is another to consider. totewin: Whiskey Kisses
toteeachway: Cotai Starlight
POSITION OF STALLS
5f, 5.5f &6f- Centre
7f -Outside
Remainder -Inside
TODAY’S JOCKEYS AND TRAINERS
Listed below are the Jockeys and Trainers in action at today’s meeting
JOCKEYS
Lexie Clarkson
4.30
Elle-May Croot
5.00
Rhys Elliott
2.30, 3.30, 4.00, 4.30, 5.00
Greg Fairley
3.00
Shay Farmer
4.30
Duran Fentiman 5.00
TODAY’S JOCKEYS AND TRAINERS
Warren Fentiman 3.00, 3.30
Jason Hart
2.00, 2.30, 3.30, 4.00, 4.30
Jared Huggan 4.30
Sam James 3.00 4.00 4.30
Alex Jary
3.00, 3.30, 5.00
Sean Kirrane
4.00, 4.30, 5.00
Clifford Lee
2.00 3.30 4.30 5.00
Andrew Mullen 2.30 3.30 4.00 4.30
Oliver Stammers
Listed below are the Jockeys and Trainers in action at today’s meeting.
Paul Mulrennan 2.30 3.00 3.30 4.00, 4.30
William Pyle 4.00 5.00
Harry Russell 2.30
TRAINERS
David & Nicola Barron
5.00
K. R. Burke
2.00
Tristan Davidson
4.00
Michael Dods
3.00 4.00 4.30 5.00
Tim Easterby 5.00
Brian Ellison 2.00
Richard & Peter Fahey 2.30, 3.00, 3.30
Ivan Furtado 5.00
Jim Goldie
2.30 3.00 3.30 4.00, 4.30
Gary Harrison 5.00
Iain Jardine
2.30, 4.30
Charlie Johnston
4.00, 4.30
Adrian McGuinness 3.30
David O’Meara
3.30 4.00
Linda Perratt
3.30, 4.00
John & Sean Quinn
2.00
Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore 4.30
Gary Rutherford 4.30
Katie Scott 2.30
R. Mike Smith 2.30 3.00 3.30 4.00, 4.30
4.00
Daniel Tudhope
2.30, 3.00, 3.30, 4.00
Lauren Young 2.30, 3.30, 4.30
Nigel Tinkler 3.00, 3.30, 5.00
Ewan Whillans 3.00, 4.30
THE
25% OFF LUNCH 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.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J Goldie (101 wins from 726 runners, 14%) runs YAASER
LONGEST TRAVELLERS: SOUL WARRIOR trained by N Tinkler & SUPREME DANCER trained by R & P Fahey, both Malton, 212 miles.
1 IMPERIAL GUARD (IRE) (7) 06-0051 CD
(in
Br B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Ancestral Daniel Tudhope J
O Csk Services Limited Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Csk Services Ltd S
Successful at 6f and 7f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather A winner at 8-1 over this course and distance (good to firm) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Ramon Di Loria by 2 1/4l. Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success. Official BHA Rating 60
2 YAASER (IRE) (11) 000505 CD
Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Urjuwaan
89-13 (2)
Paul Mulrennan J
O Mr David Smith & Jim Goldie Jim Goldie, Glasgow T
B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Jim Goldie Racing S
Has won ten races from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Finished 3 1/2l behind Homestrait when fifth of 10 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Carlisle over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 59
3 RAMON DI LORIA (IRE) (7) 636332 C D
89-9 (4)
Br Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) - Pria Bona (IRE) Greg Fairley J
O Ewan Whillans Racing Club Ewan Whillans, Hawick T
B G. T. A. SRL Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear S
Has won 11 races from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good - yielding and on the all-weather. Beaten 2 1/4l by Imperial Guard when second of 9 at 10-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 55
4 SOUL WARRIOR (IRE) (14) 001-003
39-6 (5)
Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Alsindi (IRE) Alex Jary (3) J
O D Jenkins J Glover R O’donnell J Short Nigel Tinkler, Malton T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Alexanders York S
A winner at 6f on good to soft ground. Third of 9 behind Lamlash Bay beaten 2l at 6-1 on his latest outing at Ripon over 6f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 59
5 SUPREME DANCER (IRE) (35) 2550-20
Br Ch g Supremacy (IRE) - Dancewithastranger (IRE)
39-4 (6)
Warren Fentiman (3) J
O S & G Clayton 1Richard & Peter Fahey Malton T
B Orchardstown Farms LtdMorebrooke S
Placed in three of 14 starts. Beaten 4l behind Thornaby Annie at 8-1 when eighth of 13 on his latest outing at Wetherby over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 57
6 LANARRA (IRE) (42) 0061-23 BF
Br B f Far Above (IRE) - Shushu Sugartown (IRE)
38-10 (1)
Sam James J
O The Covenanters R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Gerry Flannery Developments Ltd
A winner at 6f on the all-weather Third of 9 behind Truly Special beaten 1l at 7-4jt-fav on her latest outing at Carlisle over 6f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 49
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2025: JANNAS JOURNEY (IRE) 4 9 6 Daniel Tudhope 11-10 (Jim Goldie) 10 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2.
IMPERIAL GUARD accounted for Ramon Di Loria by just over two lengths over C&D last week and considering the manner of that success, he is fancied to confirm the form to complete a double. Soul Warrior produced an improved display when third over 6f at Ripon earlier this month, shaping as if this step up in trip would be a good move, and he is one to note. totewin: Imperial Guard
toteeachway: Soul Warrior
TODAY’S TRAINER TO WATCH - JIM GOLDIE
Last year’s Royal Ascot Group 1 winning trainer (American Affair) has made Ayr his second home over the years and the trainer starts today’s meeting just 2 winners short of saddling his 300th winner on the Flat here in Ayrshire. Goldie has also amassed a healthy total of winners here over jumps, but he’s principally a Flat handler these days and Ayr was also the venue for his very first winner as a trainer 31 years ago, as well as his 1000th winner (under both codes) when Call Me Ginger scored here in June 2022. The Goldie name hasn’t made it on to the Ayr Gold Cup winners’ board yet but the trainer runs 3 in today’s Trial and success in the big race in September remains a major ambition.
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THE LADBROKES AYR BRONZE CUP
The Ladbrokes Ayr Gold Cup has been run on the current site here at Ayr since 1908 but the race’s popularity lead to the Ayr Silver Cup being introduced to the schedule in 1992, followed by the Bronze Cup in 2009
The first 25 (safety limit) top-rated horses amongst the final declarations are allowed to race in the Gold Cup, with the next 25 allocated to the Silver Cup and the 25 horses after that granted a run in the more recently introduced Bronze Cup.
Local trainer Jim Goldie won the Bronze Cup with Jack Dexter in 2012 and again with Call Me Ginger in 2021, both horses going off well-backed favourites at 5/1 and 4/1.
Jack Dexter ran in the next 4 Gold Cups without winning but he did finish third to Highland Colori in 2013 and was only beaten four and a half lengths behind Louis The Pious and Don’t Touch in 2014 and 2015
2022 Bronze winner Danzan was following up Tim Easterby’s 2019 win with Musical Society and Danzan recorded a midfield finish in the 2023 Silver Cup before returning to the Bronze Cup and finishing third to Diligent Resdev in 2024.
THE FERGIE & MYRA HAPPEL
AYR GOLD CUP TRIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £30000
Prize Money £15462 to the winning horse The second to receive £7251, the third £3627, the fourth £1812, the fifth £906 and the sixth £453
RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J Goldie (101 wins from 726 runners, 14%) runs DANDY MAGIC, JORDAN ELECTRICS & ORIENTAL PRINCE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Goldie (5 wins from 65 runners, 8%) runs DANDY MAGIC, JORDAN ELECTRICS & ORIENTAL PRINCE WEIGHTWATCHER: JORDAN ELECTRICS won off a handicap mark of 96, his rating is now down 14lb to 82. LONGEST TRAVELLER: CLONMACASH trained by A McGuinness, Ireland.
1 VEBLEN GOOD (IRE) (19) 460-103 D
410-0 (6)
Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Pious Alexander (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J
O Mr J. C. G. Chua David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Mountarmstrong Stud & Alexander B/Stock Chuanglee Cash & Carry Ltd S
Successful at 5f and 6f on good ground and on the all-weather Third of 10 behind Indian Run beaten 1 3/4l at 14-1 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 89
2 LORD ROXBY (IRE) (19) 2-00145 D
Br B g Soldier’s Call - Miami Breeze (IRE)
49-8 (3)
Alex Jary (3) J
O N Skinner D Jenkins J Glover Nigel Tinkler, Malton T B Calgath/Lewinstown/Geraldine Regan Alexanders York S
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind Indian Run when fifth of 10 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 83
3 GENTLE GEORGE (GB) (9) 116-000 D
39-7 (5)
Br B c Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Mops Angel Jason Hart J
O Mrs Camille Macdonald R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B Michael Appleby
Successful at 5f and 6f on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 11l behind The Lost King at 66-1 when 9th of 13 on his latest outing at York over 1m (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 87
4 JORDAN ELECTRICS (GB) (3) 605403 CD 10 9-7 (7)
Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Ruby Slippers Paul Mulrennan J
O BJordan,BrianJordan,SJordan&NMcConnellJim Goldie, Glasgow T
B T. J. Cooper Jordan Electrics Ltd S
Has won 16 races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Third of 7 behind Strike Red beaten 2l at 7-2 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time. Official BHA Rating 82
5 AZURE ZAIN (FR) (29) 335-016 D
Br B g Hello Youmzain (FR) - Dublin Rocker (IRE)
49-1 (4)
Warren Fentiman (3) J
O Middleham Park Racing XLIRichard & Peter Fahey Malton T
B Haras Voltaire, Haras D’Etreham Middleham Park Racing S
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Finished 8l behind Badri when last of 6 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Pontefract over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 76
6 CLONMACASH (GB) (9) 053543 D
Br B g Charming Thought - Orientate
58-12 (1)
Clifford Lee J
O Mark Devlin/J.Mackle/Skylark RacingAdrian McGuinness, Ireland T
B Manor Farm Stud (Rutland)
Winner of six races from 5f to 7f on good ground and on the all-weather Third of 11 behind Dancing Saxon beaten 1 1/4l at 10-1 on his latest outing at Limerick over 7f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 73
7 ORIENTAL PRINCE (GB) (17) 305004 D
58-10 (2)
Br B g Orientor - Eternalist Rhys Elliott (5) J
O Johnnie Delta RacingJim Goldie, Glasgow T
B Johnnie Delta RacingJim Goldie Racing S
Has won eight races from 5f to 7f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Finished 1 1/2l behind Dyonisos when fourth of 7 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 71 8 DANDY MAGIC (IRE) (11) 230044 C
Br Ch f Dandy Man (IRE) - Magic Mirror Lauren Young (5) J O Summerstorm Bloodstock LtdJim Goldie, Glasgow T
B BallyhaneChris’s House S She has won three times from 5f to 6f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather Finished 1 3/4l behind Rogue Attraction when fourth of 8 at 2-1jt-fav on her latest outing at Carlisle over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 70
9 THE CALTONIAN (GB)
Br B g Swiss Spirit - Azelle
(14) 6-10050 D
O Mr John Murphy & Miss L A Perratt
78-9 (9)
Andrew Mullen J
Linda Perratt, East Kilbride T
B Winston Cartmel North Allerton Racing S
Winner of seven races from 5f to 7f on the all-weather Beaten 6l behind Manila Scouse at 28-1 when 12th of 17 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) earlier this month. Runs from 1lb out of the handicap. Official BHA Rating 69
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
2025: ALMERAQ 3 9 9 Clifford Lee 2-1 (William Haggas) 18 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 9. Visor worn by No. 6.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Veblen Good (IRE), 9-2 Clonmacash (GB), 6-1 Lord Roxby (IRE), Jordan Electrics (GB), Dandy Magic (IRE), 8-1 Azure Zain (FR), Oriental Prince (GB), 16-1 The Caltonian (GB), 20-1 Gentle George (GB)
Jordan Electrics has a strong constitution and as a multiple course winner, Jim Goldie’s veteran must be taken seriously. Azure Zain is a player based on his Ascot victory a couple of starts ago. However, slender preference is for VEBLEN GOOD, who is still open to improvement and could have things teed up nicely for him if his two main rivals set some warm fractions.
totewin: Veblen Good
TODAY’S JOCKEY TO WATCH - PAUL MULRENNAN
Paul’s link-up with Jim Goldie has become a staple policy for winner-finding at Ayr over the past few years and the jockey rarely leaves the track without a winner thanks to his partnership with the Group 1 winning trainer Mulrennan shared that Group 1 glory with Goldie last June when American Affair won the King Charles III Stakes at Royal Ascot and the rider was also a Group 1 winner when Michael Dods’ Mecca’s Angel won back-to-back runnings of York’s Nunthorpe Stakes in 2015 and 2016 Paul teams up with Goldie’s Jordan Electrics in the Gold Cup Trial today after recording his latest winner here last Monday and the jockey’s partnership with Dods continued with a winner on Northern Express at York a few days earlier
THE JOHN HAMILTON SCOTRAIL CELEBRATION
HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for four yrs old and upwards, x Total prize fund £8000 Prize Money £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244
RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES FORM & STATISTICS
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J Goldie (101 wins from 726 runners, 14%) runs KRISSY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (7 wins from 65 runners, 11%) runs BENACRE FANCY THAT: M Dods won this race in 2024 and 2025 The stable runs HALE END today
LONGEST TRAVELLER: DONNA NOOK trained by D O’Meara, Upper Helmsley, 207 miles.
1 HALE END (IRE) (15) 412200 CD
69-9 (1)
Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Would It Matter (IRE) Sean Kirrane J
O Game on RacingMichael Dods, Darlington T
B Paul McEnery Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
Winner of six races at 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 4l behind Bearish at 16-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 75
2 KRISSY (IRE) (16) 110614
59-7 (9)
Br B m Calyx - Advertising Space (IRE) Rhys Elliott (5) J
O Mr James Mearns LongJim Goldie, Glasgow T
B Thistle Bloodstock Ltd
Winner of six races from 1m 1f to 1m 4f on good ground and on the all-weather Finished 5l behind Bellasio when fourth of 8 at 11-2 on her latest outing at Carlisle over 1m 1f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 73
3 CISCO DISCO (IRE) (15) 111-000 CD
89-7 (8)
Br B g Elzaam (AUS) - Sovereign Street Paul Mulrennan J
O Mrs Camille Macdonald R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B John Davison
Has won eight races from 7f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to heavy Beaten 11l behind Altareq at 50-1 when last of 10 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 73
4 DONNA NOOK (GB) (12) 204144 D
49-6 (6)
Br B f Bated Breath - Rostova (USA) Daniel Tudhope J
O Mr M. J. Macleod David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Juddmonte Farms LtdLeods Contracts Limited S
Successful at 7f and 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 4 1/2l behind Velvet Rhythm when fourth of 6 at 7-2 on her latest outing at Catterick over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 72
5 BENACRE (IRE) (16) 355054
69-6 (3)
Br B g Australia - Sent From Heaven (IRE) Oliver Stammers J
O Susan and John Waterworth Charlie Johnston Middleham T
B C. O. P. Hanbury Johnston Racing Ltd S
Winner of six races at 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather Finished 6l behind Jannas Journey when fourth of 7 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Carlisle over 1m (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 72
6 RUNNINSONOFAGUN (IRE) (7) 3-00351 CD 48-13 (in 5lb ex) (4)
Br B g Inns of Court (IRE) - High Society Lady (IRE) Jason Hart J
O Mr R. Nichol Tristan Davidson, Carlisle T
B Ms O. Walsh
Successful twice at 1m on good to firm and good ground. Won on his latest outing when 2-1fav over this course and distance (good to firm) earlier this month, beating Starliner by 2l. Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success. Official BHA Rating 60
7 MAYOR OF MAGHERA (GB) (20) 664-341 D 48-11 (5)
Br B g Kessaar (IRE) - Oh Simple Thing (IRE)
Sam James J
O Mr R. Michael SmithR Mike Smith, Galston T
B M. Phelan
Successful at 1m and 1m 1f on good ground. Won on his latest outing when 7-4fav at Musselburgh over 1m 1f (good) last month, beating Perfidia by a short head. Official BHA Rating 63
8 STARLINER (IRE) (7) 103002 CD
Br Br g Showcasing - Dawning (USA)
William Pyle J
O Mr David Orr & Miss L A PerrattLinda Perratt, East Kilbride T
B Flaxman Stables Ireland LtdNorth Allerton Racing S He has won four times from 7f to 1m 1f on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 2l by Runninsonofagun when second of 9 at 9-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 61
9
KEEP ME
STABLE
(IRE) (14) 1113-00 CD
Br B m Galileo Gold - Sketching
O The Hon Miss Heather Galbraith
68-9 (7)
Andrew Mullen J
Linda Perratt, East Kilbride T B Tally-Ho Stud North Allerton Racing S
Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 9l behind Native Honey at 66-1 when last of 11 on her latest outing here over 7f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 61
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2025: BOY DOUGLAS (IRE) 5 9 6 Connor Beasley 13-2 (Michael Dods) 10 ran Visor worn first time by No. 8. Blinkers worn by No. 6. Visor Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5, 7.
Stewards Note:
CISCO DISCO: Following its run on 5/7/2026 it was reported that the horse lost both front shoes.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Runninsonofagun (IRE), 7-2 Mayor of Maghera (GB), 6-1 Donna Nook (GB), 7-1 Krissy (IRE), 8-1 Hale End (IRE), Starliner (IRE), 10-1 Benacre (IRE), 20-1 Cisco Disco (IRE), 33-1 Keep Me Stable (IRE)
The consistent DONNA NOOK is worth another chance. Having won over a mile at Ripon at the start of June, reverting to this trip looks a good move and a 2lb higher mark should be manageable. Mayor Of Maghera and Runninsonofagun command respect as last-time-out winners, but the 2024 winner Hale End could be a bigger danger with this representing a drop in class.
totewin: Donna Nook
toteeachway: Hale End
THE TRY RACING TV FOR FREE NOW 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 (20-25): J Goldie (101 wins from 726 runners, 14%) runs BRAES OF DOUNE & MOTAWAARED TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (7 wins from 65 runners, 11%) runs WADACRE GEISHA
WEIGHTWATCHER: GLASSES UP won off a handicap mark of 67, his rating is now down 14lb to 53
LONGEST TRAVELLER: WADACRE GEISHA trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 164 miles.
1 MOTAWAARED (GB) (28) 0-00656
410-0 (6)
Br B g Mohaather - Papaya (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J
O Mr B. Jordan Jim Goldie, Glasgow T
B Biddestone Stud LtdJim Goldie Racing S
Placed twice in 11 starts. Finished 15l behind Gemini Man when last of 6 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m 4f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 60
2 TAYLORMADE LAD (IRE) (17) 20-3355
410-0 (11)
Br B g Gregorian (IRE) - Limousine Sean Kirrane J
O TG Racing Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Rathasker Stud Denton Hall Racing Ltd, H. Taylor & Sons S
A winner at 1m 3f on good to firm ground. Finished 9l behind Sisterandbrother when last of 5 at 3-1 on his latest outing at Beverley over 1m 4f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 60
3 FALCON NINE (GB) (14) 4-00240
69-12 (5)
Br Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Freedonia Sam James J
O URSA Major Racing & I Jardine Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Niarchos Family Iain Jardine Racing Ltd, Fleece Kitchen & Bar S
Successful twice at 1m 1f on good ground. Beaten 6l behind Royal Blaze at 22-1 when 9th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 58
4 BRAES OF DOUNE (GB) (7) 2/425-66 CD
89-11 (3)
Br B g Orientor - Gargoyle Girl Lauren Young (5) J
O Mr James Callow & Mr J. S. Goldie Jim Goldie, Glasgow T
B Jim Goldie Jim Goldie Racing S
He has won three times from 7f to 1m 2f on good and good to soft ground. Finished 5l behind Runninsonofagun when sixth of 9 at 7-1 on his latest outing here over 1m (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 57
5 TOY SOLDIER (IRE) (15) 004226 BF
49-11 (8)
Br B g Soldier’s Call - Royal Highness (IRE) Lexie Clarkson (7) J
O Miss Lucinda V. Russell Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Ballyhane Stud Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
Successful twice at 7f on good to firm and good to soft ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Jkr Cobbler when sixth of 11 at 5-4fav on his latest outing here over 7f (good) earlier this month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Maurice Ahern. Official BHA Rating 57
6 GLASSES UP (USA) (7) 356051 CD 11 9-7 (2)
Br Ch g English Channel (USA) - Hurricane Hallie (USA)
Clifford Lee J
O The Jolly Beggars R. Mike Smith, Galston T B Calumet Farm
Has won 13 races from 1m to 1m 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. A winner at 12-1 here over 1m 5f (good to firm) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Inappropriate by a short head. Official BHA Rating 53
7 SOPHIESTICATE (IRE) (20) 00-0633 CD
79-5 (4)
Br B m War Command (USA) - Lenoire Shay Farmer (5) J
O The Market Traders R. Mike Smith, Galston T
B W. M. Johnstone
She has won four times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good ground. Third of 6 behind Is She Now beaten 3l at 11-2 on her latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m 4f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 51
8 PHANTOM SHADOW (FR) (18) 4-02352
39-3 (10)
Br Ch g Toronado (IRE) - Shoyd Jason Hart J
O Mr J D Wright & Mrs S Wright Ewan Whillans, Hawick T
B Haras D’La Riviere, Mme Liza JuddSport Of Kings Classic Racewear S Placed twice in eight starts. Beaten 1l by Beauty Generation when second of 9 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Nottingham over 1m 2f (good to firm) earlier this month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Harry Charlton. Official BHA Rating 58
9
GOLDEN
VALOUR
(GB) (7) 6-50053 C
Br B g Kingman - Gracefield (USA)
O West Loudoun Racing Club
B Godolphin
10 9-2 (7)
Rhys Elliott (5) J
R. Mike Smith, Galston T
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m 3f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather. Third of 9 behind Runninsonofagun beaten 2 1/4l at 25-1 on his latest outing here over 1m (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 48
10 WADACRE GEISHA (GB) (18) 052420
Br B f Study of Man (IRE) - Wadacre Gogo
39-0 (9)
Andrew Mullen J
O Wadacre Stud Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Wadacre Stud Johnston Racing Ltd S
Placed twice in seven starts. Beaten 8l behind Beauty Generation at 10-3 when seventh of 9 on her latest outing at Nottingham over 1m 2f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 55
11 ON THE BUBBLE (GB) (5) 230552
Br B m Land Force (IRE) - O Fourlunda
59-0 (1)
Jared Huggan (7) J
O Nathan Mill & Gary RutherfordGary Rutherford, Jedburgh T
B Mickley Stud
A winner at 1m on soft ground, but that win was over two years ago; has also won a hurdle. Beaten 1/2l by Palazzo Persico when second of 6 at 22-1 on her latest outing at Catterick over 1m 4f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 44
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
2025: ZEBRA STAR (IRE) 5 9 3 Clifford Lee 6-1 (R Mike Smith) 9 ran
Blinkers worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 9.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Toy Soldier (IRE), 5-1 Glasses Up (USA), 6-1 Taylormade Lad (IRE), 7-1 Phantom Shadow (FR), 8-1 Sophiesticate (IRE), On The Bubble (GB), 10-1 Motawaared (GB), Wadacre Geisha (GB), 12-1 Falcon Nine (GB), 14-1 Braes of Doune (GB), 16-1 Golden Valour (GB)
All bar one of GLASSES UP’s 13 career wins have come at this venue and another bold showing should see the veteran heavily involved. He escapes a penalty for winning an apprentice race over 1m5f here last week and his versatility regarding distance is a persuasive factor. Sophiesticate, Phantom Shadow and Taylormade Lad have all been reliable and form a solid shortlist, although any support for Toy Soldier would be dangerous to ignore on his debut for a new yard.
THE WATCH RACING TV FREE FOR 31 DAYS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for three yrs old 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 (20-25): M Dods (31 wins from 281 runners, 11%) runs BRAIN FREEZE & GOLDEN HAVANA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (9 wins from 72 runners, 12%) runs UNDER THE RADAR LONGEST TRAVELLERS: BELLA DELIZIA trained by N Tinkler & UNDER THE RADAR trained by T Easterby, both Malton, 212 miles.
1 BRASH (IRE) (14) 0032 9-9 (6)
Br Ch g Bungle Inthejungle - By The Edge (IRE)
O Mr Chris McHale
William Pyle J
David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T
B P. Hyland & C. & J. Mchale Tote S
Placed twice in four starts. Beaten 1 3/4l by Lamlash Bay when second of 9 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Ripon over 6f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 65
2 GOLDEN HAVANA (IRE) (34) 1-04332 D
Br B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Lily For Ever (FR)
(2)
Sean Kirrane J
O Denton Hall Racing LtdMichael Dods, Darlington T
B Skymarc Farm Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
A winner at 5f on the all-weather Beaten a neck by Dragon Spin when second of 7 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 64
3 SEA HER EXCEL (GB) (35) 53-0315 D BF
9-8 (4)
Br B f Bungle Inthejungle - Cirencester Elle-May Croot (5) J
O Mrs Tracy Nason Ivan Furtado, Easingwold T
B Barry Walters
A winner at 5f on good to firm ground. Finished 4l behind Truly Glamorous when fifth of 10 at 11-4fav on her latest outing at Windsor over 5f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 64
4 UNDER THE RADAR (IRE) (4) 0-56603 D 9-7 (3)
Br Br g Profitable (IRE) - Rio Festival (USA) Duran Fentiman J
O Fine Claret Racing & Ptnr Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Roundhill Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S
A winner at 5f on good ground. Third of 9 behind Angel Numbers beaten 2 1/4l at 12-1 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 63
5 BELLA DELIZIA (GB) (25) 641-060 D 9-4 (5)
Br B f Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Delizia (IRE) Alex Jary (3) J
O Martin Webb Racing Nigel Tinkler Malton T
B Mickley Stud & the Late Lady Lonsdale W J Group Ltd S
A winner at 5f on good ground. Beaten 8l behind I’m Dan Dare at 66-1 when eighth of 12 on her latest outing at Newcastle over 5f last month. Official BHA Rating 60
6 SANDS OF SEVE (GB) (20) 316402 D
8-12 (1)
Br Ch g Sands of Mali (FR) - Mia Tia Clifford Lee J
O Miss E Johnston Gary Harrison, Langholm T
B The Cool Silk Partnership
A winner at 5f on the all-weather Beaten a short head by Invincible Crown when second of 10 at 40-1 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 54
7 BRAIN FREEZE (IRE) (27) 4-05136 D BF
Br B f Kessaar (IRE) - Lady Lizabeth (IRE)
O Mr I. Davison
8-11 (7)
Rhys Elliott (5) J
Michael Dods, Darlington T
B John Martin McLoughney Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
A winner at 5f on good to firm ground. Finished 5l behind Tanaka when last of 6 at 5-2jt-fav on her latest outing at Beverley over 5f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 53
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2025: AZUINTHEJUNGLE 3 9 9 Faye McManoman 13-8 (Nigel Tinkler) 7 ran Blinkers worn by No. 7. Visor worn by No. 2, 6. Stewards Note: BRAIN FREEZE: Following its run on 23/6/2026 it was reported that the horse was restless in the stalls.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Golden Havana (IRE), 7-2 Sands of Seve (GB), 4-1 Brash (IRE), 5-1 Sea Her Excel (GB), 6-1 Brain Freeze (IRE), 8-1 Under The Radar (IRE), 20-1 Bella Delizia (GB)
GOLDEN HAVANA has shown plenty of promise since returning from a break and this could be within range for the reliable three-year-old if he continues to flourish. Brash was a good second on his handicap debut at Ripon and could be a big danger with another step forward off the same mark. Sea Her Excel and Under The Radar are others with sound credentials. totewin: Golden Havana toteeachway: Brash
Stewards
Adrian Sharpe (Chief Steward)
Amanda Hammersley (Stewards Panel Chair)
Adrian Smith, Kate Smith, Lauren Thomson
Starters
Stuart Turner Ryan Colley
Judge Fraser Perratt
Clerk of the Scales
Michael Hamilton
Veterinary Officer
Arthur Kidd
Veterinary Surgeons
Andrew McDiarmid, John Morris
Medical Officers
Anthony Hampston, Alice Drysdale, Andy Maylon
Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers
James Bonar Linda Porter
Michelle Maughan, Cyril Johnstone
Commentator
John Blance
Betting Ring Manager
Darren Irving
Managing Director
David Brown
Clerk of the Course & Head Groundsman
Graeme Anderson - 07768 651261 - @ClerkAyr
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Ross Donald - 07724 903819
rdonald@ayr-racecourse.co.uk
Raceday Safeguarding Officer
George Wilson - 07841 628295
First Race 2.00 - THE RACING tv.com/freetrial EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5400 to the winning horse The second to receive £2535, and the third £1268 for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, July 14th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 18th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 4lb For each other race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 7 entries at £50. - Closed July 14th, 2026 Owners Prize Money Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067 (Penalty Value £5400) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 15 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.30 - THE DREAM WEDDINGS AT WESTERN HOUSE HOTEL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964 the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244 for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £40 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 18th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 11th, 2026 for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 14 entries at £40 - Closed July 14th, 2026 Owners Prize Money Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 3.00 - THE 25% OFF LUNCH 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 45 and below). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 18th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st; 3-y-o 8st 7lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 7lb Penalties, after July 11th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. 11 entries at £35 - Closed July 14th, 2026 Owners Prize Money Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.30 - THE FERGIE & MYRA HAPPEL AYR GOLD CUP TRIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15462 to the winning horse The second to receive £7251, the third £3627 the fourth £1812, the fifth £906 and the sixth £453 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). £150 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 18th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 11th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. 15 entries, 1 at £30 and 14 at £150. - Closed July 14th, 2026 Owners Prize Money Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381. (Penalty Value £15462) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.00 - THE JOHN HAMILTON SCOTRAIL CELEBRATION HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below). £40 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher or £8 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 18th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 11th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 15 entries at £40 - Closed July 14th, 2026 Owners Prize Money Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.30 - THE TRY RACING TV FOR FREE NOW 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 45 and below). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 18th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 5lb Penalties, after July 11th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 15 entries at £35. - Closed July 14th, 2026 Owners Prize Money Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS
SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.00 - THE WATCH RACING TV FREE FOR 31 DAYS 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 only, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 18th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 11th, 2026, for each race won 6lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize awarded to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse. 10 entries at £35 - Closed July 14th, 2026 Owners Prize Money Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS
