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Saturday 19th September 2026

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WELCOME TO AYR RACECOURSE

Welcome to Scotland’s biggest, richest and most prestigious day of the Flat season with seven quality races headlined by the Ladbrokes Ayr Gold Cup. I should wish to thank all owners and trainers and their equine talent today for their participation it is very much appreciated. The Ladbrokes Ayr Gold Cup once again boasts a high quality field with some of the finest sprinters in the country locking horns over the six furlong course to see who will prevail and get their name on the famous trophy. This year the field is headed by the top rated and Group race winning Spycatcher and of course Phil Cunningham’s winner last year Run Boy Run is back to defend his title, who can forget Phil’s amazing double of winning the Silver Cup too. Could they go one better this year and win the Bronze Cup as well, what a feat that would be. The Ladbrokes “Get Racing Bet Builder Winnings Boosts” Doonside Cup Class 1 Listed race is our Premier middle distance race and this year again every horse is rated greater than 100 which proves what a quality race this is. Today’s renewal living up to this race’s huge reputation, every horse today is Group standard. I’d like to say a huge thanks on behalf of everyone to Ladbrokes for their sponsorship of the Ladbrokes Ayr Gold Cup Festival and additionally I should wish to thank our other sponsors The European Breeders Fund and of course great supporters of racing Jordans Electrics. There is entertainment galore over the whole site including George Bowie in the Ayrshire Suite after racing. I’d also like to thank the team at Ayr Racecourse for their unstinted efforts to ensure these racedays are as special. Finally, I thank you for your support and hope you enjoy this very special day’s racing and entertainment.

David Brown Managing Director

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GETTING ABOUT

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HOW TO READ THE RACECARD

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BRANDO (29) 122120 D

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

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

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

9 Form guide 10 Age 11 Weight 12 Stalls Position

FORM RATINGS Included in the form guide below each horse is a form rating, calculated from the horse’s previous performances, taking into account a number of variables such as ﬁnishing position, distance won/beaten by, horses beaten/beaten by, weight carried, race time (compared with the standard time), going allowance, number of days since that performance, etc. Horses which have not raced will not have a form rating, as may some horses which have raced but not recently in Britain or their performances to-date have not yet merited a rating.

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

EACH WAY BETTING

HOW TO BET 1.

Pick your Racehorse, look around for the

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.

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

• 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

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.

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.

In the unlikely event of a dispute after adhering to this procedure, the bookmaker will tell the punter to approach the Ring

All bookmakers must display on their boards whether they are betting each way or to win only.

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.

MEET THE RACECOURSE TEAM

David Brown

Managing Director

Jim MacLellan Owners & Trainers Liaison

Graeme Anderson

Lindsey Smith

Clerk of the Course & Head Groundsman

Jim Delahunt

Raceday Presenter

Sales & Marketing Manager

Fiona Rawson

Winning Connections

Ross Donald

Raceday Operations Manager

Zac Warr

Western House Hotel General Manager

Iain Conway Executive Chef

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.

TODAY’S JOCKEYS AND TRAINERS

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

JOCKEYS

David Allan 2.30, 3.40, 4.15, 4.50 Faleh Bughenaim 3.40 Jack Callan 1.20, 1.55, 2.30, 3.40 James Doyle 1.20, 1.55, 2.30, 3.40 Tom Eaves 2.30, 3.05, 3.40, 4.15, 4.50 David Egan 2.30, 3.05, 3.40, 4.50

TRAINERS

Hamad Al Jehani 1.20, 2.30, 3.40 Andrew Balding 1.55, 3.40, 4.15 Ralph Beckett 1.20 Edward Bethell 4.15 George Boughey 1.20, 1.55 Antony Brittain 2.30, 4.50 K. R. Burke 1.20, 1.55, 2.30, 3.05, 3.40, 4.15 Julie Camacho 1.20, 2.30 Robert Cowell 2.30, 3.40 Clive Cox 3.40

Warren Fentiman 1.20, 2.30, 3.40, 4.50 Kaiya Fraser 2.30 Marco Ghiani 2.30, 3.40, 4.50 Cam Hardie 1.20, 2.30, 4.50 Jason Hart 1.20, 2.30, 3.40, 4.15, 4.50 Dylan Hogan 3.40 Sam James 1.20, 1.55, 2.30, 3.05, 3.40

Alex Jary 2.30, 4.50 Joe Leavy 3.40 Clifford Lee 2.30, 3.05, 3.40, 4.15 Tom Marquand 1.20, 1.55, 2.30, 3.05, 3.40, 4.50 Paul Mulrennan 1.20, 2.30, 3.40, 4.15, 4.50 Oisin Murphy 1.20, 1.55, 2.30, 3.40, 4.15

Oisin Orr 1.55, 2.30, 3.05, 3.40, 4.50 Saffie Osborne 1.55, 2.30, 3.05, 3.40 Ryan Sexton 1.20, 2.30, 3.40 M. P. Sheehy 2.30, 3.05 Oliver Stammers 2.30, 3.40 Kevin Stott 1.20, 2.30, 3.05, 3.40, 4.15

Daniel Tudhope 1.20, 2.30, 3.40, 4.15, 4.50 Alec Voikhansky 3.40 Conor Whiteley 2.30, 3.40, 4.50 George Wood 1.20, 3.40 Lauren Young 1.20, 2.30, 4.50

Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood 1.20 Simon & Ed Crisford 1.55 Michael Dods 1.20, 2.30, 4.15, 4.50 Tim Easterby 2.30, 3.40, 4.15, 4.50 Brian Ellison 4.50 Sam England 2.30 Richard & Peter Fahey 1.20, 1.55, 2.30, 3.05, 4.50

Dominic Ffrench Davis 2.30 Ivan Furtado 4.15, 4.50 Jim Goldie 1.20, 2.30, 4.50 William Haggas 3.40 Richard Hannon 3.05, 3.40 Iain Jardine 4.50 Adrian Keatley 2.30, 3.05, 4.15 Rebecca Menzies 2.30 David O’Meara 1.20, 2.30, 3.40 Jamie Osborne 2.30

James Owen 2.30, 3.40 Hugo Palmer 1.55, 2.30, 3.40 Kevin Philippart de Foy 3.05 Kevin Ryan 1.20, 2.30, 3.05, 3.40, 4.15 Ollie Sangster 3.40 Katie Scott 4.50 Bryan Smart 2.30 Richard Spencer 1.20, 2.30, 3.05, 3.40 J. A. Stack 3.40

James Tate 3.40 Nigel Tinkler 2.30 Grant Tuer 2.30 Gemma Tutty 4.50 Ed Walker 1.55

FOOD & DRINK As well as our regular bars and cafes for everyone in the Ayrshire Suite, Courtyard, Princess Royal Suite and on the Champagne Lawns, we have many additional vendors outdoors throughout the course for you to enjoy...

Outside Be Friendly Bar GIN BAR MARGARITA TRUCK WOOD FIRED PIZZAS DINOS COFFEE & CAKE OFF THE GRILL Champagne Lawns CHAMPAGNE BAR PURE BARTENDING COCKTAILS HORSEBOX FIZZ BAR FLAMING FINISH BBQ Courtyard EXPRESS BAR LOADED FRIES & BURGERS Grandstand Marquee INDOOR BAR AIRSTREAM BAR PROSECCO BAR BURGER & BBQ SALT & CHILLI CHICKEN

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6 races – 6 places

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Ladbrokes Ayr Gold Cup Festival

ENTERTAINMENT EMPRESS ARTS & J SAX

11.00am-1.20pm (Front Entrance)

KEVIN MCGUIRE 11.20am-1.20pm (Roman Warrior)

RHYTHM KINGS 12noon-4.45pm (Champagne Lawns)

REAL EASY

12noon-6pm (Tented Village)

HOLLIE HAZE

from Empress Arts

from 1.30pm (Wandering)

WATERFRONT

5.00pm-8.00pm (PR Suite)

GEORGE BOWIE 5.00pm - 6.30pm (Ayrshire Suite)

COLIN MCARDLE 6.30pm - 8.00pm (Ayrshire Suite)

Please note, timings may be subject to change.

SPECIAL EVENTS LADBROKES FORUM

PADDOCK - 12.00PM* Jim Delahunt and guests, talking all things racing to prepare for the exciting day ahead. *Weather Permitting

JOCKEY CHARITY RACE

for the Injured Jockey Fund

ON THE TRACK - 12.15PM

The Ladbrokes Jockey Sprint returns! It’s the ‘Battle of the Celts’ as local star Jason Hart takes on Ireland’s Ricky Doyle—without their trusted horses! Who’ll be crowned fastest? Make sure you’re cheering them home!

KILBARCHAN PIPE BAND

DISPLAY ON TRACK 12.30PM The Kilbarchan Pipe Band will open today in spectacular fashion. Marching down the track before the ﬁrst race, ﬁlling the course with their thrilling sounds.

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FIRST RACE 1.20

THE LADBROKES ‘BET £5 GET £30 NEW CUSTOMER OFFER’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) RACE DESCRIPTION

Our opener today is a one mile handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 81 to 100. In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far. The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than a lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 40 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 130.

LAST YEAR’S WINNER THUNDER ROAR

SP: 5/1F Age/Weight: 6-9-8 Runners: 14 Jockey: David Nolan Trainer: Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood Summary: Fresh off of his strong Ascot fourth, the six-yearold trained by Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood delivered a classy performance to win the day’s opener. Holding out in midﬁeld for much of the early goings he made his move late on, taking the lead just over a furlong out and never relinquished it.

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES & STATISTICS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J Goldie (103 wins from 746 runners, 14%) runs SALAM DUBAWI TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K R Burke (12 wins from 53 runners, 23%) runs NAVAL LIGHT FANCY THAT: R Spencer won this race in 2021 and 2023. The stable runs HAWKSBILL today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: THAT’S AMORE trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 415 miles.

The handicapper has yet to get to grips with McMurray, who made a winning reappearance at Chester back in May and bids for a five-timer. Thunder Roar beat Theoryofeverything by a length to land last year’s renewal, but he was well beaten by SPOKEN TRUTH at Ripon last month. David O’Meara’s charge won a shade cosily in a first-time tongue strap and with the headgear remaining in place, the Frankel gelding may well defy a 5lb rise.

totewin: Spoken Truth

toteeachway: McMurray

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2025: THUNDER ROAR 6 9 8 David Nolan 5-1 (Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood) 14 ran Visor worn by No. 13. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. Stewards Note: SALAM DUBAWI: Following its run on 22/8/2026 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed. NAVAL LIGHT: Following its run on 31/8/2026 it was reported that the horse stumbled rounding the home bend. Probable S.P’s: 7-2 McMurray (IRE), 7-1 Spoken Truth (IRE), 10-1 Hawksbill (GB), 12-1 Northern Express (IRE), Theoryofeverything (GB), 14-1 English Oak (GB), Thunder Roar (GB), Naval Light (GB), 18-1 Salam Dubawi (GB), Rainbow Nebula (FR), 25-1 Lattam (IRE), That’s Amore (IRE), 33-1 Pure Legend (FR), 50-1 Naepoint (IRE)

ROLL OF HONOUR YEAR 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013

WINNER AGE Thunder Roar 6 Aragon Castle 3 Revich 7 Gweedore 5 Revich 5 Johan 3 Waarif 6 Waarif 5 Meeting Abandoned Morando 3 Mutasayyid 3 Ticking Katie 3 Levitate 5

WEIGHT SP 9-8 5/1F 9-6 18/5 9-10 9/2 9-6 12/1 9-1 20/1 9-5 9/2 9-6 11/2 9-3 12/1

TRAINER JOCKEY Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood David Nolan Andrew Balding P J McDonald Richard Spencer Hollie Doyle Katie Scott Jason Hart Richard Spencer Angus Villiers Tom Marquand William Haggas David O’Meara Danny Tudhope David O’Meara Conor McGovern

9-3 8-11 8-13 8-7

Roger Varian Richard Hannon Karl Burke John Quinn

3/1F 7/1 10/1 5/1J

Harry Bentley Paul Hanagan Martin Harley Oisin Murphy

FIRST RACE 1.20

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for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £45000 Prize Money.£23193 to the winning horse The second to receive £10876, the third £5440, the fourth £2718, the ﬁfth £1359 and the sixth £679. colours

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ENGLISH OAK (GB) (19) 160206 D

Br B g Wootton Bassett - Forest Crown O Wathnan Racing B Car Colston Hall Stud

James Doyle J Hamad Al Jehani, GB T Damsa Holding Company W.L.L S

Winner of ﬁve races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to soft. Finished 6l behind Spoken Truth when sixth of 9 at 13-2 on his latest outing at Ripon over 1m (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 100

NORTHERN EXPRESS (IRE) (13) 355135 C D

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PURE LEGEND (FR) (28) 0-44160 D

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Br Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Hint of A Tint (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J O Sekura Group Michael Dods, Darlington T B Mrs Sue Ann Foley Has won eight races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to soft. Finished 2 1/4l behind Power Fizz when ﬁfth of 15 at 13-2 on his latest outing at York over 7f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 96 Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Golden Legend (FR) O Mr Raymond Huschka B H & V Devin

Kevin Stott J Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T Retraining of Racehorses S

He has won three times from 7f to 1m on soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Sondad at 66-1 when 12th of 20 on his latest outing at York over 6f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 94

4 HAWKSBILL (GB) (30) 600504 D

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Br Ch g Kameko (USA) - Like (IRE) George Wood J O Phil Cunningham Richard Spencer, Newmarket T B Plantation Stud Direct Commercial Ltd, Rebel Racing Ltd S A winner at 1m on good to ﬁrm ground, but that win was over two years ago. Finished 4l behind The Lost King when fourth of 14 at 28-1 on his latest outing at York over 1m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 92

THEORYOFEVERYTHING (GB) (20) 545010 CD

Br Gr g Frankel - Persuasive (IRE) O Gallop Racing B Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Jason Hart J David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

Winner of ﬁve races from 7f to 1m 1f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 7l behind Galyx at 10-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Beverley over 1m 2f (heavy) last month. Official BHA Rating 90

6 THUNDER ROAR (GB) (19) 2-00000 CD Br Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Dominike (ITY) O Mr D F L Bishop & Partner B Brookside Stud Ltd

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Tom Marquand J Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton T Tote S

Winner of ﬁve races from 7f to 1m on soft and heavy ground. Beaten 11l behind Spoken Truth at 18-1 when eighth of 9 on his latest outing at Ripon over 1m (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 90

SPOKEN TRUTH (IRE) (19) 326431 D

Br B g Frankel - Joailliere (IRE) O The Horse Watchers 1 B Moyglare Stud Farm

9-4

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Daniel Tudhope J David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T GAIN Equine Nutrition S

Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on soft ground. Won on his latest outing when 6-4fav at Ripon over 1m (soft) last month, beating Mirsky by 1 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 90

8 LATTAM (IRE) (414) 2052/00- D

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9 MCMURRAY (IRE) (135) 62111-1 D

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Br Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Alaata (USA) Ryan Sexton J O Mr N. O’Keeffe Julie Camacho, Malton T B Shadwell Estate Company Limited David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers Ltd S He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good to soft and soft - heavy ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over three years ago. Beaten 6l behind Rhoscolyn at 16-1 when seventh of 15 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (soft) in August last year. Official BHA Rating 89 Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Nada O Exors of the Late Sheikh Mohammed Obaid B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

Jack Callan J George Boughey, Newmarket T

He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good and good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing when 13-8fav at Chester over 1m (good) in May, beating Monarch’s Gold by a neck. Official BHA Rating 93 Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

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10 THAT’S AMORE (IRE) (92) 1/4-160 D Br Ch f New Bay - Rubira (AUS) O Lady Bamford B The Applecross Syndicate

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Oisin Murphy J Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

Successful at 1m and 1m 3f on heavy ground and on the all-weather. Well beaten at 12-1 behind Layfayette when last of 10 on her latest outing at Limerick over 1m 4f (soft) in June. Official BHA Rating 88

11 SALAM DUBAWI (GB) (28) 035400 D

Br B g Dubawi (IRE) - Palmarola (IRE) O Johnnie Delta Racing B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

8-12

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Lauren Young (5) J Jim Goldie, Glasgow T Jim Goldie Racing S

Successful at 1m and 1m 1f on good and heavy ground. Beaten 12l behind Raammee at 28-1 when 11th of 20 on his latest outing at York over 1m 2f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 84

12 NAEPOINT (IRE) (32) 11/060-6 D

Br B g Blue Point (IRE) - Moon Shaddow (IRE) O Mr George Murray B Newtown Anner Stud Farm Ltd

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Cam Hardie J Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T

He has won three times at 1m on good to ﬁrm and soft ground. Finished 8l behind Spaceman when sixth of 9 at 28-1 on his latest outing at Wolverhampton over 7f last month. Official BHA Rating 83

13 RAINBOW NEBULA (FR) (20) 565003 D

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14 NAVAL LIGHT (GB) (19) 301103

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Br B g Hello Youmzain (FR) - Quara (IRE) Warren Fentiman (3) J O Mr Peter Timmins Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T B Etreham, Marmion Varville, Riviera Equin Tote S He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Third of 7 behind Inspired beaten 1 3/4l at 10-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 83 Br B g Havana Grey - Ventura Jazz Sam James J O Wathnan Racing K. R. Burke, Leyburn T B Middleham Park Racing Damsa Holding Company W.L.L S Successful at 6f and 7f on good to ﬁrm and good to soft ground. Third of 8 behind Aurora Majesty beaten 3l at 4-1 on his latest outing at Epsom over 7f (good to soft) last month. Has won at Catterick and Pontefract this season. Official BHA Rating 87

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DISTANCES

POSITION OF STALLS 5f, 5f 110yds & 6f - Centre 7f - Outside Remainder - Inside

BETTING

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TODAY’S TRAINER TO WATCH - WILLIAM HAGGAS

The Newmarket trainer has already won an Ayr Gold Cup thanks to Nahaarr under Tom Marquand in 2020 and he looks set to be doubly represented in today’s £180,000 feature thanks to ante-post favourite Binhareer and stablestalwart Wiltshire. The 66 year-old’s highest proﬁle performer this year has been the dual Group 1 winning sprinter Almeraq, a Dark Angel 4 year-old successful at Royal Ascot and Haydock in two of the biggest 6 furlong sprints in the calendar. Almeraq is no stranger to racegoers here at Ayr as the sprinter won last year’s Ayr Gold Cup Trial in July before being denied a run in the Gold Cup itself by an injury sustained in a fall at York, just 2 weeks before Ayr.

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SECOND RACE 1.55

THE LADBROKES ‘GET RACING BET BUILDER WINNINGS BOOSTS’ DOONSIDE CUP STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) RACE DESCRIPTION

This one mile, two-furlong contest for three-year-olds and upwards is a Listed race; a race that can only be bettered by a Group 1, 2 or 3 race. Many of the runners in this race will have already shown themselves to be talented and this race provides a perfect medium for them to be tested against a better class of rival before making the jump into a Group race. Initially, the weights are set at 9st for 3-y-o colts and geldings and 8st 9lb for ﬁllies the same age, with 9st 5lb for 4-y-o+ colts and geldings and 9st for ﬁllies before penalties are awarded to horses that have previously won above a certain level – 3lb for a Listed race victory, 5lb for a Group 3 success and 7lb for a Group 1 or 2 win.

LAST YEAR’S WINNER ALMERIC

SP: 13/8F Age/Weight: 3-9-3 Runners: 6 Jockey: Oisin Murphy Trainer: Andrew Balding Summary: Andrew Balding’s colt completed the hattrick with this success. He had scored at York as a two-year-old and opened 2025 with a win in the Listed Feilden Stakes at Newmarket and continued that form here. Despite a rather slow start, his rivals proved no match for him.

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES & STATISTICS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): K R Burke (20 wins from 129 runners, 16%) runs ICE MAX TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (20 wins from 98 runners, 20%) runs HIGH STOCK FANCY THAT: A Balding won this race in 2019 and 2025. The stable runs HIGH STOCK today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: HIGH STOCK trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, 375 miles.

ECUREUIL SECRET made a winning seasonal debut last term and Richard and Peter Fahey will likely have him primed for action for this year’s reappearance. The son of Wootton Bassett finished third behind a couple of subsequent Group 1 winners at York last summer and a repeat effort would see him bang there at the finish. Fast Tracker reverts to this longer trip with solid claims, while Sea Scout also merits plenty of respect.

totewin: Ecureuil Secret

toteeachway: Fast Tracker

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2025: ALMERIC 3 9 3 Oisin Murphy 13-8 (Andrew Balding) 6 ran Blinkers worn ﬁrst time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Ice Max (GB), 9-2 Sea Scout (IRE), 11-2 Fast Tracker (GB), 6-1 Grey Cuban (GB), 13-2 High Stock (GB), 9-1 Ecureuil Secret (FR), 11-1 El Burhan (IRE)

ROLL OF HONOUR YEAR 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013

WINNER AGE Almeric 3 Persica 3 Royal Rhyme 3 Royal Champion 4 Maydanny 5 Addeybb 6 Encapsulation 3 Dolphin Vista 5 Meeting Abandoned Secret Number 6 Scottish 3 Sennockian Star 4 Sharestan 5

WEIGHT 9-3 9-0 9-0 9-5 9-3 9-10 8-7 9-3

SP 13/8F 9/2 6/5F 9/4 17/2 11/10F 9/2 14/1

TRAINER Andrew Balding Richard Hannon Karl Burke Roger Varian Mark Johnston William Haggas Andrew Balding Ralph Beckett

JOCKEY Oisin Murphy Sean Levey Clifford Lee Jack Mitchell Joe Fanning Tom Marquand Ben Curtis Danny Tudhope

9-0 8-8 9-0 9-0

6/1 9/2 10/3 11/4

Saeed bin Suroor Andrew Balding Mark Johnston Saeed bin Suroor

Danny Tudhope David Probert Franny Norton Kieran Fallon

SECOND RACE 1.55

THE LADBROKES ‘GET RACING BET BUILDER WINNINGS BOOSTS’ DOONSIDE CUP STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £60000 Prize Money.£34026 to the winning horse The second to receive £12900, the third £6456, the fourth £3216, the ﬁfth £1614 and the sixth £810. colours

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ECUREUIL SECRET (FR) (420) 323/103- D

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EL BURHAN (IRE) (29) 01-5430 CD

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FAST TRACKER (GB) (21) 1051/-03 D

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Br B g Wootton Bassett - Vitizza (FR) Oisin Orr J O Mr Aidan J. Ryan Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T B S.E.P. Ecurie de L’Aure Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good to soft and heavy ground. Third of 7 behind Royal Champion beaten 5l at 50-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Sky Bet York Stakes at York over 1m 2f (good) in July last year. Official BHA Rating 109

Br B g New Bay - Sar Oiche (IRE) Jack Callan J O Shadwell Estate Company Ltd George Boughey, Newmarket T B Deerpark Stud He has won four times from 7f to 1m 2f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 10l behind Evanesco at 8-1 when eighth of 13 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 1m 4f (good to soft) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the ﬁrst time. Official BHA Rating 101 Br Ch g Churchill (IRE) - Emma Knows (IRE) James Doyle J O Wathnan Racing Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn T B G. B. Partnership Damsa Holding Company W.L.L S He has won four times from 7f to 1m 2f on soft and heavy ground. Third of 7 behind Zavateri beaten 6l at 12-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Virgin Bet Celebration Mile Stakes at Goodwood over 1m (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 107

4 GREY CUBAN (GB) (7) 03130-2 D

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Br Gr g Havana Grey - Serena Grae Saffie Osborne J O Roudee Racing 10 Hugo Palmer, Malpas T B Shoreham Stud Roudee Racing Limited S Winner of six races from 1m 1f to 1m 2f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 3/4l by Plage De Havre when second of 6 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 1m 4f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 107

HIGH STOCK (GB) (120) 2044-05

Br B c Dubawi (IRE) - Proserpine (USA) O Sheikh Hamed Dalmook Al Maktoum B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Oisin Murphy J Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 1 1/2l behind Boiling Point when ﬁfth of 9 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 2f (good) in May. Official BHA Rating 105

6 ICE MAX (GB) (106) 11-5364

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Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Cool Kitten (IRE) Sam James J O Exors of the Late Sheikh Mohammed Obaid K. R. Burke, Leyburn T B Mr Gordon Roddick Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to heavy. Finished 4 1/2l behind Seagulls Eleven when fourth of 8 at 6-1 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Betfred Diomed Stakes at Epsom over 1m (good to soft) in June. Official BHA Rating 110

SEA SCOUT (IRE) (21) 6433-25 D

Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Wo de Xin O Mr Abdulla Al Mansoori B Sunderland Holding Inc.

Tom Marquand J Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T

Successful twice at 1m 2f on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 3 1/2l behind Tenability when ﬁfth of 8 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Windsor over 1m 3f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 108

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THIRD RACE 2.30

THE LADBROKES AYR SILVER CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) RACE DESCRIPTION

After every race the official handicapper reviews all performances and alters the runners rating, either up or down, in accordance with their performance. A below-par effort could result in the drop of a point or two whilst a barnstorming victory could see a horse’s rating increase signiﬁcantly. However, if a recent winner runs again soon after its win, there will not be time to reassess their performance, so they will be allotted a mandatory 6lb penalty. This handicap has been designed for three-year-olds and upwards and will be run over six furlongs - a consolation race for those who just missed out on the Gold Cup later on today.

LAST YEAR’S WINNER CANDY

SP: 8/1 Age/Weight: 3-9-10 Runners: 25 Jockey: George Wood Trainer: Richard Spencer Summary: Richard Spencer’s three-year-old built nicely on his prior fourth to take the win in this contest. Riding towards the near side, he soon moved into the lead and was clear of the ﬁeld with just over a furlong to go. Sondad raced valiantly in second but proved no match for the winner.

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES & STATISTICS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J Goldie (103 wins from 746 runners, 14%) runs ETERNAL SUNSHINE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (12 wins from 107 runners, 11%) runs I’M NEXT LONGEST TRAVELLERS: UNCLE DON trained by R Cowell, RAPPER’S DELIGHT trained by R Spencer, GOLDMOYNE trained by J Owen, all Newmarket, 360 miles. DESERT FALCON was struck into at Doncaster last week, so his sixth in the Portland can be marked up. Beaten only a neck in the Gold Cup here last year, Julie Camacho’s sprinter looks set to make a bold bid only 2lb higher. Stablemate Havana Blue arrives at the top of his game having won at Ascot recently to land a double, but Deep Havana makes more appeal having made a winning debut for new connections when scoring at Thirsk. Commanche Falls, Trilby and Jungle Drums are others for the shortlist.

totewin: Desert Falcon

toteeachway: Deep Havana

DECLARED RUNNERS 25 2025: CANDY 3 9 10 George Wood 8-1 (Richard Spencer) 25 ran Blinkers worn ﬁrst time by No. 15. Visor worn ﬁrst time by No. 25. Blinkers worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 12, 20. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 12, 14, 21. Stewards Note: DESERT FALCON: Following its run on 12/9/2026 it was reported that the horse was struck into. MIRABEAU: Following its run on 5/9/2026 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running. I’M NEXT: Following its run on 12/9/2026 it was reported that the horse stumbled as stalls opened. Probable S.P’s: 15-2 Deep Havana (GB), 12-1 Havana Blue (GB), Trilby (GB), 18-1 Lord Roxby (IRE), Jungle Drums (IRE), 20-1 Rapper’s Delight (GB), Advertised (IRE), Musical Touch (IRE), 22-1 Desert Falcon (IRE), Goldmoyne (IRE), Eternal Sunshine (GB), 25-1 Toyotomi (FR), Station X (GB), Uncle Don (GB), 28-1 Commanche Falls (GB), Veblen Good (IRE), 33-1 Mirabeau (GB), I’m Next (GB), 40-1 Super Soldier (IRE), Brazilian Rose (IRE), We Never Stop (IRE), Tricky Tel (GB), Korker (IRE), 50-1 Another Baar (GB), 150-1 Wicket Keeper (IRE)

ROLL OF HONOUR YEAR 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013

WINNER AGE Candy 3 Alfa Kellenic 3 Wobwobwob 5 Dusky Lord 4 Staxton 6 Magical Spirit 4 Golden Apollo 5 Snazzy Jazzy 3 Meeting Abandoned Roudee 4 Tatlisu 5 Huntsmans Close 4 Ancient Cross 9

WEIGHT SP 9-10 8/1 9-9 9/2F 9-9 9/2F 9-11 14/1 9-6 25/1 9-4 18/1 9-4 12/1 9-8 11/1

TRAINER Richard Spencer Craig Lidster Adrian Paul Keatley Roger Varian Tim Easterby Kevin Ryan Tim Easterby Clive Cox

JOCKEY George Wood William Pyle (3) Hollie Doyle Jack Mitchell Duran Fentiman Kevin Stott David Allan Hector Crouch

9-9 9-5 9-2 9-10

Tom Dascombe Richard Fahey Roger Charlton Michael Easterby

Richard Kingscote Jack Garritty James Doyle Pat Cosgrave

20/1 18/1 9/1 33/1

THIRD RACE 2.30

THE LADBROKES AYR SILVER CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

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DESERT FALCON (IRE) (7) 12-0006 C D

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SUPER SOLDIER (IRE) (7) 04-0000

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Br B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Love Oasis Ryan Sexton J O The Sportsmans Syndicate Julie Camacho, Malton T B Tullpark Ltd David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers Ltd S Winner of six races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to good to soft. Finished 2 1/2l behind Air Force One when sixth of 21 at 20-1 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 95 (-3) Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - First Party O The JC Organization & Partners 1 B Drumlin Bloodstock

Clifford Lee J K. R. Burke, Leyburn T KB Spigot Ltd S

A winner at 5f on good to ﬁrm ground. Beaten 7l behind Air Force One at 66-1 when 11th of 21 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 97 (-2)

MIRABEAU (GB) (14) 0-01200 D

Br Gr or Ro g Territories (IRE) - Lubinka (IRE) O The ffrench Revolution & Mrs T. Hamilton B J. Bernstein & R. Haim

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Daniel Tudhope J Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn T High View Racing Ltd S

He has won three times from 6f to 7f on good and soft ground. Beaten 11l behind Havana Blue at 11-1 when 11th of 13 on his latest outing at Ascot over 6f (good to ﬁrm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 95 (-2)

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4 DEEP HAVANA (GB) (22) 62222-1 D

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6 COMMANCHE FALLS (GB) (14) 200030 CD

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8 STATION X (GB) (7) 641310 D

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9 LORD ROXBY (IRE) (22) 452130 D

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Br Gr g Havana Grey - Strictly Silca James Doyle J O Wathnan Racing Hamad Al Jehani, GB T B Fiona Marner B’stock & Mount Coote Est. Damsa Holding Company W.L.L S Successful twice at 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 28-1 at Thirsk over 6f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Yes I’m Mali by a head. Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success. Official BHA Rating 90 (+5)

TOYOTOMI (FR) (6) 631060 D

Br B g Blue Point (IRE) - Tribune (FR) Oisin Murphy J O Jinky Farms David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T B Ecurie Des Monceaux Jinky Farms S Winner of ﬁve races from 5f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Beaten 6l behind Coul Angel at 25-1 when 10th of 24 on his latest outing at Curragh over 6f (yielding) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 94 (-1) Br Br g Lethal Force (IRE) - Joyeaux Paul Mulrennan J O Doug Graham, Ian Davison, Alan Drysdale Michael Dods, Darlington T B Redgate BStock & Peter Bottowley BStock Denton Hall Racing Ltd S Has won 12 races at 6f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to soft, but last win was over three years ago. Beaten 11l behind Grasmere Boy at 17-2 when eighth of 9 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 91 (-2)

BRAZILIAN ROSE (IRE) (34) 356000 D

Br B m Calyx - Miss Brazil (IRE) Kaiya Fraser J O JPR Investments Rebecca Menzies, Sedgeﬁeld T B Old Carhue Stud Bluegrass Horse Feeds S Has won eight races from 6f to 7f on the all-weather. Beaten 10l behind America Queen at 125-1 when seventh of 10 on her latest outing at Pontefract over 6f (good to ﬁrm) last month. Engaged to run here yesterday. Official BHA Rating 91 (-1) (in 5lb ex)

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Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - She’s A Worldie (IRE) Oisin Orr J O Mr S. Chappell & Partner Bryan Smart, Hambleton T B Mr S. Chappell Tote S Winner of ﬁve races at 6f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy and on the all-weather. Beaten 8l behind Air Force One at 20-1 when 14th of 21 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (good) earlier this month. Carries a 5lb penalty today for winning at Chester the time before. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 86 (+3)

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Br B g Soldier’s Call - Miami Breeze (IRE) 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 four times from 5f to 6f on good to ﬁrm and good ground. Beaten 8l behind Deep Havana at 10-1 when 11th of 18 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 6f (good) last month. Has won at Ripon and York this season. Official BHA Rating 90 Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

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10 I’M NEXT (GB) (7) 311620

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11 HAVANA BLUE (GB) (14) 422211 D

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12 TRILBY (GB) (14) 310412 D BF

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13 VEBLEN GOOD (IRE) (15) 334400 D

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Br B g Ardad (IRE) - Dharwa David Allan J O Mr B Parker & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T B Richard & Nell Kent JPC Developments (Yorkshire) Ltd S Winner of six races at 5f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to heavy and on the all-weather. Beaten 20l behind Air Force One at 25-1 when 20th of 21 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (good) earlier this month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 90

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Br Gr g Havana Grey - Exrating David Egan J O Stuart Boyd & Niall O’Keeffe Julie Camacho, Malton T B Whitsbury Manor Stud David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers Ltd S Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 11-2 at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Fifty Nifty by 3/4l. Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success. Has also won at Newmarket this season. Official BHA Rating 85 (+3)

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Br B g Twilight Son - Fascinator Tom Marquand J O Tip Your Hat Partnership Sam England, Guiseley T B Bumble Bloodstock & Mrs S. Nicholls Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S Has won eight races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 1 1/2l by Poatan when second of 9 at 2-1fav on his latest outing at Haydock over 5f (soft) earlier this month. Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 85 (+4) Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Pious Alexander (IRE) O Mr J. C. G. Chua B Mountarmstrong Stud & Alexander B/Stock

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Conor Whiteley (5) J David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T Chuanglee Cash & Carry Ltd S

Successful at 5f and 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 9l behind Malachy’s Wish at 10-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Ascot over 7f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 89 (-3)

14 GOLDMOYNE (IRE) (28) 422306 D

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Br B g Galileo Gold - Jumbo Romance (IRE) Jason Hart J O Mr Gordon McDowall James Owen, Newmarket T B Mrs Claire Doyle Aver Generics Ltd S Has won eight races from 6f to 1m on good to ﬁrm and good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 4 1/2l behind Whip Cracker when sixth of 13 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 1m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 89 (-1)

15 RAPPER’S DELIGHT (GB) (20) 002200 Br B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Timeless Gift (IRE) O Phil Cunningham B Peter Ridgers Bloodstock

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Saffie Osborne J Richard Spencer, Newmarket T Direct Commercial Ltd, Rebel Racing Ltd S

A winner at 5f on the all-weather. Beaten 5l behind Flash Harry at 11-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 6f (soft) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the ﬁrst time. Official BHA Rating 89 (-2)

16 ADVERTISED (IRE) (14) 4-20026 D Br B g Advertise - Miss Carbonia (IRE) O J Kay & T Goodair, B Kildaragh Stud

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Oliver Stammers J Grant Tuer, Northallerton T AMG Engineering Supplies Ltd, Leeds Pallet Co Ltd S

Successful at 6f and 7f on the all-weather. Finished 3 1/2l behind Poatan when sixth of 9 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 5f (soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 91

17 JUNGLE DRUMS (IRE) (20) 0-05144 D

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18 ETERNAL SUNSHINE (GB) (7) 260210 CD

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19 MUSICAL TOUCH (IRE) (14) 0-10103 D

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Br B g Bungle Inthejungle - Ayr Missile Sam James J O Jim and Claire Ltd and Jon & Kay Collins Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn T B Newlands House Stud & Mrs A.M.Burns Tote S Winner of ﬁve races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to soft and on the all-weather. Finished 1 3/4l behind Flash Harry when fourth of 10 at 50-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 6f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 89 (in 5lb ex)

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Br B m Orientor - Eternal Instinct Lauren Young (5) J O Mr James Callow & Mr J. S. Goldie Jim Goldie, Glasgow T B Goldie Racing Limited Jim Goldie Racing S Has won nine races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to good to soft. Beaten 13l behind Air Force One at 12-1 when 18th of 21 on her latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (good) earlier this month. Carries a 5lb penalty today for winning at Hamilton the time before. Official BHA Rating 84 (+3)

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Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Ray of Light (IRE) Warren Fentiman (3) J O Naughty Vintage and Partner Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T B Mr Dermot Cogan Richard Fahey Racing S He has won four times at 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 9 behind Grasmere Boy beaten 4 1/2l at 6-1 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Has won at York and Southwell this season. Official BHA Rating 88 (-1)

20 ANOTHER BAAR (GB) (31) 006000 D

Br B g Mayson - Rapid Recruit (IRE) O Keatley Owners Group, Porter & Finneran B Bolton Grange

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M. P. Sheehy J Adrian Keatley, Malton T Keatley Racing Ltd S

Has won nine races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to heavy. Beaten 14l behind Air Force One at 66-1 when 17th of 21 on his latest outing at York over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 88 (-3)

21 WE NEVER STOP (IRE) (22) 000200 D

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22 TRICKY TEL (GB) (8) 110205 D

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23 WICKET KEEPER (IRE) (129) 042-460 D

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Br B g Cotai Glory - Deliziosa (IRE) Kevin Stott J O Mr B. T. McDonald Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T B Padraig O’Reilly K. A. Ryan Racing S Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 6l behind Deep Havana at 22-1 when seventh of 18 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 87 (-1) Br B g Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Ardbrae Tara (IRE) Jack Callan J O Hewitt, Owen & Partner Hugo Palmer, Malpas T B Mickley Stud & Dermot Costelloe Coral Racing Limited S He has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Finished 6l behind Baker Blue when fifth of 10 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month. Has won at Chester and Hamilton this season. Official BHA Rating 89 (-2) Br B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Tralong Bay (IRE) O Northgate Racing & Partner B Rathbarry Stud

Cam Hardie J Antony Brittain, Warthill T

Successful twice at 6f on good to ﬁrm and good to soft ground. Well beaten at 100-1 behind Dark Thirty when 21st of 22 on his latest outing at York over 6f (good) in May. Official BHA Rating 87

24 UNCLE DON (GB) (40) 0-25205

Br B g Oasis Dream - Bereka O Middleham Park Racing XI B Bearstone Stud

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Marco Ghiani J Robert Cowell, Newmarket T Robert Cowell Racing S

A winner at 5f on good ground, but that win was over two years ago. Finished 1 1/2l behind Trefor when ﬁfth of 16 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Windsor over 6f (good to ﬁrm) last month. Official BHA Rating 87

25 KORKER (IRE) (14) 006400

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Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Adaptation Tom Eaves J O Fine Claret Racing,Mrs Burke & Mr C Wood K. R. Burke, Leyburn T B Ballyhane Stud Ltd KB Spigot Ltd S Winner of six races at 5f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to heavy, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 11l behind Brian at 12-1 when eighth of 11 on his latest outing at Haydock over 7f (soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 87 (-3)

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TODAY’S JOCKEY TO WATCH - OISIN MURPHY The reigning champion jockey is trailing younger rival Billy Loughnane in this year’s title race but the Irishman is still riding at the top of his game and he’s one of 13 current jockeys who’ve won a Ladbrokes Ay Gold Cup, dating back to John Egan in 1998. Murphy rode the winner on Andrew Balding’s Scottish-owned Highland Colori in 2013 as part of a fantastic Gold Cup day 4-timer and he was back in the winners’ enclosure on Gold Cup day here 12 months ago when he rode Balding’s Almeric to victory in the Listed Doonside Cup. The rider has been champion jockey 5 times since his success in the Apprentice Championship back in 2014 and his mounts ae sure to be popular choices for punters on his return to Ayr for the track’s biggest day of the Flat racing season.

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FOURTH RACE 3.05

THE LADBROKES ‘NEW CUSTOMERS GET 50/1 OLD FIRM OFFER’ FIRTH OF CLYDE (CLASS 1) (Group 3) RACE DESCRIPTION

This six-furlong race for two-year-old ﬁllies is a Group 3 contest – a race which can only bettered by a Group 1 or 2. Many of the runners will have already posted form well above average and some may use this as a stepping-stone to even greater things. Initially, all runners will carry 9st 2lb before penalties are awarded to horses which have won above a certain level prior to lining up here – 3lb to Group 3 winners and 5lb for those successful in a Group 2 or Group 1.

LAST YEAR’S WINNER CATCHING THE MOON (IRE)

SP: 15/2 Age/Weight: 2-9-2 Runners: 13 Jockey: Oisin Murphy Trainer: Richard Fahey Summary: Catching The Moon rounded off her debut season in ﬁne style by taking this Group 3 contest. She was second on debut in July before getting her ﬁrst win shortly after and came into this race in top form. She started strong and never let up, battling well to hold off Lam Yai by a neck.

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES & STATISTICS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): K R Burke (20 wins from 129 runners, 16%) runs ETONNANTE & NOUR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K R Burke (12 wins from 53 runners, 23%) runs ETONNANTE & NOUR FANCY THAT: R & P Fahey won this race in 2020, 2022 and 2025. The stable runs RUBY MOON today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: DARK ISSUE trained by R Hannon, Marlborough, 368 miles.

Dark Issue was only beaten half a length into second in the Dick Poole at Salisbury at the start of the month and commands respect with Tom Marquand now doing the steering. However, SILENT BEAUTY readily took care of her nearest rival by three lengths when victorious in Listed company at Ripon and she could make it three wins from four career appearances. Duchess Of Cambridge fourth Ruby Moon is another to keep a close eye on.

totewin: Silent Beauty DECLARED RUNNERS 9

toteeachway: Dark Issue

2025: CATCHING THE MOON (IRE) 2 9 2 Oisin Orr 15-2 (Richard Fahey) 14 ran

Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Silent Beauty (IRE), 7-2 Dark Issue (IRE), 15-2 Ruby Moon (IRE), 12-1 Etonnante (IRE), 14-1 Starburster (IRE), 25-1 Angels Passing (IRE), Nour (IRE), 33-1 Silesia (GB), 40-1 Angel In My Heart (IRE)

ROLL OF HONOUR YEAR 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013

WINNER AGE Catching The Moon 2 Sky Majesty 2 Prime Art 2 Barefoot Angel 2 Nazanin 2 Umm Kulthum 2 Rose Of Kildare 2 Queen Of Bermuda 2 Meeting Abandoned Delectation 2 Shaden 2 Dark Reckoning 2 Coral Mist 2

WEIGHT 9-2 9-2 9-2 9-2 9-0 9-0 9-0 9-0

SP 15/2 16/5F 10/1 20/1 16/1 9/4F 8/1 9/2F

TRAINER Richard Fahey William Haggas J P Murtagh Richard Fahey Archie Watson Richard Fahey Mark Johnston William Haggas

JOCKEY Oisin Orr Callum Rodriguez Ben Curtis Paul Mulrennan Hollie Doyle Paul Hanagan Joe Fanning Joe Fanning

9-0 9-0 9-0 8-12

11/1 16/1 25/1 11/2

Bryan Smart Lady Cecil Ann Duffield Charles Hills

Paul Mulrennan Hayley Turner Graham Lee Tom Queally

FOURTH RACE 3.05

THE LADBROKES ‘NEW CUSTOMERS GET 50/1 OLD FIRM OFFER’ FIRTH OF CLYDE (CLASS 1) (for the Ayrshire Agricultural Challenge Cup) (Group 3)

for two yrs old ﬁllies x Total prize fund £75000 Prize Money.£42532 to the winning horse The second to receive £16125, the third £8070, the fourth £4020, the ﬁfth £2017 and the sixth £1012. colours

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Draw

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ANGEL IN MY HEART (IRE) (9) 4122 D

Br B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Voler Mon Coeur (IRE) O Mrs Breda Keatley B Kildaragh Stud

M. P. Sheehy J Adrian Keatley, Malton T Keatley Racing Ltd S

Foaled 3 Mar. A winner at 6f on good to ﬁrm ground. Beaten 1 3/4l by Speed of Sound when second of 11 at 18-1 on her latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 77

ANGELS PASSING (IRE) (30) 410 D

9-2

(2)

DARK ISSUE (IRE) (16) 1402 D

9-2

(4)

4 ETONNANTE (IRE) (15) 101 D

9-2

(3)

9-2

(6)

Br B f No Nay Never (USA) - Desert Blossom (IRE) Kevin Stott J O Brook T Smith Investments, Llc Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T B RJB Bloodstock Ltd Foaled 20 Apr. A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 9l behind Libertango at 40-1 when 10th of 17 on her latest outing in the Group 2 Sky Bet Lowther Stakes at York over 6f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 87 Br Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Long Ridge Road (IRE) Tom Marquand J O Mrs E. Roberts Richard Hannon, Marlborough T B The Long Ridge Partnership Tote S Foaled 12 Feb. A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 1/2l by Acclamation Star when second of 11 at 6-1 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Dick Poole Fillies’ Stakes at Salisbury over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 97 Br Gr f Havana Grey - Porcelaine (IRE) Clifford Lee J O Mrs Anne Marie Hayes K. R. Burke, Leyburn T B Cotton House Bloodstock KB Spigot Ltd S Foaled 10 Mar. Successful twice at 6f on good and heavy ground. Won on her latest outing when 1-2fav at Haydock over 6f (heavy) earlier this month, beating Californian Angel by 1 1/2l. Has also won at Ripon this season. Official BHA Rating 92

NOUR (IRE) (23) 331 D

Br B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Neesaan O Mr Mohamed Saeed Al Shehhi B Mrs E. O’Leary

Sam James J K. R. Burke, Leyburn T KB Spigot Ltd S

Foaled 18 Apr. A winner at 4-1 at Southwell over 6f on her latest outing last month, beating Lord Ragnar by a head. Engaged to run here yesterday. Official BHA Rating 81

6 RUBY MOON (IRE) (30) 140 D

9-2

(1)

9-2

(7)

9-2

(8)

Br B f No Nay Never (USA) - Ruby Shield (USA) Oisin Orr J O Mrs Richard Henry Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T B Premier Bloodstock Foaled 14 Apr. A winner at 6f on good to ﬁrm ground. Beaten 9l behind Libertango at 10-1 when 9th of 17 on her latest outing in the Group 2 Sky Bet Lowther Stakes at York over 6f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 95

SILENT BEAUTY (IRE) (19) 101 D

Br B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - No Speak Alexander (IRE) David Egan J O Amo Racing Limited Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket T B S.D.C.L. & Alexander Bloodstock Ltd. Sports Invest UK Ltd S Foaled 10 Jan. Successful twice at 6f on good to soft and soft ground. Won on her latest outing when 15-8fav at Ripon over 6f (soft) last month, beating Rogue Jewel by 3l. Has also won at Yarmouth this season. Official BHA Rating 97

8 SILESIA (GB) (28) 32325 Br Ch f Zoustar (AUS) - Moravia O Mrs Angie Bailey B The Moravia Partnership

Tom Eaves J Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T K. A. Ryan Racing S

Foaled 24 Feb. Placed in three of ﬁve starts. Finished 3l behind Sale Shark when ﬁfth of 11 at 125-1 on her latest outing at York over 5f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 87

9 STARBURSTER (IRE) (24) 41 D

Br B f Starman - Energetic Company (IRE) O Phil Cunningham B Ms Michelle Lyons

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Saffie Osborne J Richard Spencer, Newmarket T Direct Commercial Ltd, Rebel Racing Ltd S

Foaled 16 Feb. Dam unraced. A winner at 5-1 at Newbury over 6f (good to ﬁrm) on her latest outing last month, beating Bidsta by a head. Official BHA Rating 82 Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

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THE LADBROKES AYR GOLD CUP Distance Six furlongs Prize money £180,000

51 YEARS SINCE ROMAN WARRIOR

The last Scottish trained winner of the Ladbrokes Ayr Gold Cup in 1975.

Today’s renewal of Scotland’s most valuable Flat race marks 51 years since Roman Warrior became the last Scottish-trained horse to win Ayr’s big race back in 1975. The 17 hands chestnut 4 year-old carried top-weight of 10-0 to win under jockey Johnny Seagrave, a victory which gave local trainer Nigel Angus a second win in the race after success for Swinging Junior (Richard Hutchinson) in 1972. Old Etonian Angus trained over 200 winners in 9 seasons at Cree Lodge and he came within a whisker of adding a third Gold Cup to his c.v. in 1977, when Future Forest was caught close home by Mick Easterby’s Jon George.

WHEN WAS THE RACE FIRST RUN?

The Ayr Gold Cup was ﬁrst run on the original Ayr Racecourse on the south side of Ayr in 1804 and restricted to horses trained in Scotland. It was won by Chancellor, who also won the race in the following year. The race was run over two miles back in those days.

LEADING JOCKEYS?

Since 1980 ﬁve jockeys have won the race twice – John Lowe – Sparkling Boy (1980), Final Shot (1990); Jimmy Fortune Joveworth (1989),Coastal Bluff (1996);Daryll Holland Royal Figurine (1995), Continent (2001); Adrian Nicholls Bahamaian Pirate (2000), Funfair Wane (2002); Frankie Dettori Jimmy Styles (2009), Redford (2010).

LEADING TRAINERS?

Bielsa’s success three years ago gave trainer Kevin Ryan his ﬁfth winner of the Ayr Gold Cup. His previous successes came with Brando (2016), Captain Ramius (2012), Our Jonathan (2011) and Advanced (2007). The winningmost trainer of the race is the late Dandy Nicholls with six wins.

WINNING STALLS

In the past 20 renewals of the Ayr Gold Cup, stalls 8 and 12 have been the most proliﬁc with 3 winners each emerging.

DEAD HEAT

In 2018 the Ayr Gold Cup ﬁnished in a dead heat as favourite Son of Rest and outsider Baron Bolt could not be separated in a photo ﬁnish.

DO FAVOURITES HAVE A GOOD RECORD IN THE RACE?

Only FIVE outright favourites have won the Ayr Gold Cup in the last 50 years but 2023 winner Signiﬁcantly (Joe Fanning) was Joint Favourite and that improves the recent record of favourites to 4 wins in the last 12 runnings.

WHO ARE THE SPONSORS?

Ladbrokes are the new sponsors of the Ayr Gold Cup after being associated with the race before for the 22 runnings between Primula Boy’s win in 1979 and Bahamian Pirate’s success in 2000. Ladbrokes are also currently associated with the Ladbrokes Christmas Festival at Kempton, the Ladbrokes Chester Cup and the Ladbrokes Chase at the Dublin Racing Festival.

REMEMBERING PAST WINNERS

The last Scottish trained winner Roman Warrior (1975) has a restaurant named after him at the track, as does the 1804 and 1805 victor Chancellor. Added to those two, the Be Friendly Bar is named after the 1867 winner which was owned by the late Sir Peter O’Sullevan.

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FIFTH RACE 3.40

THE LADBROKES AYR GOLD CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (Heritage Handicap) RACE DESCRIPTION

This afternoon’s feature race is a historic six-furlong handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards. The majority of handicaps are designed for horses from with a speciﬁc ratings band but this particular race has no rating restrictions attached to it which allows horses with a higher rating to take part. Despite having no rating restrictions attached to it the higher rated horses must still concede weight to their lower rated rivals, which tend to make open handicaps very competitive races.

LAST YEAR’S WINNER RUN BOY RUN

SP: 12/1 Age/Weight: 4-9-2 Runners: 25 Jockey: George Wood Trainer: Richard Spencer Summary: Run Boy Run secured his ﬁrst win of the season with this result. Racing up the far side he was made to work for this win, being put under pressure throughout the contest. He continued on gamely however, delivering an impressive win.

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES & STATISTICS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): D O’Meara (30 wins from 231 runners, 13%) runs PELLITORY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (20 wins from 98 runners, 20%) runs DANCE IN THE STORM FANCY THAT: K Ryan won this race in 2016 and 2021. The stable runs HAMMER THE HAMMER, ROCK ON THUNDER & VOLTERRA today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: BODHI BEAR trained by J A Stack, Ireland. Richard Spencer has proven to have a dab hand in these highly competitive sprint handicaps in recent years, including when saddling last year’s winner Run Boy Run. He has four contenders this time around and Twilight Calls is arguably his leading hope after his runner-up effort in the Portland at Doncaster, but his battalion might be worth taking on with FAR ABOVE DREAM. James Owen’s charge had eight of these rivals behind when denied a nose into second in a contest that is working out very well at York and that looks the key piece of form to focus on. At a price, Volterra might be one to watch out for.

totewin: Far Above Dream

toteeachway: Twilight Calls

DECLARED RUNNERS 25 2025: RUN BOY RUN 4 9 2 George Wood 12-1 (Richard Spencer) 25 ran Hood worn first time by No. 19. Blinkers worn first time by No. 12, 15. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 18. Hood worn by No. 14. Blinkers worn by No. 6. Visor worn by No. 25. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 9, 11, 16, 17, 22, 24. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 9. Stewards Note: WILTSHIRE: Following its run on 27/6/2026 it was reported that the horse was slowly away. PELLITORY: Following its run on 29/8/2026 it was reported that the horse was hampered two furlongs out. RED SPELLS DANGER: Following its run on 22/8/2026 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the wide draw. Probable S.P’s: 15-2 Binhareer (IRE), 10-1 Far Above Dream (IRE), 11-1 Dance In The Storm (GB), 14-1 Tuco Salamanca (IRE), Evening Saigon (IRE), 16-1 Twilight Calls (GB), 22-1 Stratusnine (IRE), Run Boy Run (GB), Fine Interview (FR), 25-1 Volterra (IRE), Two Tribes (GB), Flash Harry (GB), Ardisia (IRE), Red Spells Danger (IRE), 28-1 Spycatcher (IRE), Wiltshire (GB), Candy (GB), 33-1 Bodhi Bear (IRE), 40-1 Aramram (IRE), Caburn (IRE), 50-1 Rock On Thunder (IRE), Fandom (GB), 66-1 Pellitory (GB), 80-1 Fahrenheit Seven (GB), Hammer The Hammer (IRE)

ROLL OF HONOUR YEAR

2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013

WINNER

AGE

Run Boy Run 4 Lethal Levi 5 Signiﬁcantly 5 Summerghand 8 Bielsa 6 Nahaarr 4 Angel Alexander 3 DH - Son Of Rest 4 DH - Baron Bolt 5 Meeting Abandoned Brando 4 Don’t Touch 3 Louis The Pious 6 Highland Colori 5

WEIGHT SP

TRAINER

JOCKEY

9-2 9-7 9-2 9-5 9-1 9-5 8-13 9-3 8-12

12/1 20/1 8/1JF 12/1 15/2 7/2F 28/1 5/1F 28/1

Richard Spencer K R Burke Julie Camacho David O’Meara Kevin Ryan William Haggas Tom Dascombe Fozzy Stack Cameron Noble

George Wood Clifford Lee Joe Fanning Daniel Tudhope Kevin Stott Tom Marquand Richard Kingscote Chris Hayes Paul Cole

9-10 9-1 9-4 8-13

11/1 6/1F 10/1 20/1

Kevin Ryan Richard Fahey David O’Meara Andrew Balding

Tom Eaves Tony Hamilton James Doyle Oisin Murphy

FIFTH RACE 3.40

Trifecta Rollover Race

THE LADBROKES AYR GOLD CUP (CLASS 2 HERITAGE HANDICAP)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £180000 Prize Money.£92772 to the winning horse The second to receive £43506, the third £21762, the fourth £10872, the ﬁfth £5436 and the sixth £2718. colours

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SPYCATCHER (IRE) (13) 311-000 D

9-13

(5)

VOLTERRA (IRE) (7) 3023-20

9-11

(9)

ARAMRAM (IRE) (14) 125056 D

9-10

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4 TUCO SALAMANCA (IRE) (42) 0-16101 D

9-8

(12)

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(6)

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(1)

Br B g Vadamos (FR) - Damask (IRE) Clifford Lee J O Highclere T’BredRacing-Adriana Zaefferer K. R. Burke, Leyburn T B Tally-Ho Stud Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd S Has won nine races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather. Beaten 9l behind Extremely Zain at 18-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at York over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 111 (-4) Br B g Farhh - Lajatico Kevin Stott J O Exors of the Late Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T B Cooneen Stud He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good and soft ground. Beaten 14l behind More Thunder at 11-1 when last of 8 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Betfred Park Stakes at Doncaster over 7f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 109 (-1) Br B h Blue Point (IRE) - Queen’s Pearl (IRE) Joe Leavy J O Mr Ziad A. Galadari Richard Hannon, Marlborough T B Galadari Sons Stud Company Limited Winner of six races at 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. Finished 11l behind Almeraq when sixth of 8 at 33-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Betfair Sprint Cup Stakes at Haydock over 6f (soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 108 (-1) Br B g Belardo (IRE) - Espoir Et Bonheur (IRE) Marco Ghiani J O Pompey Ventures 5 Ollie Sangster, Marlborough T B Whisperview Trading Ltd Tote S Has won eight races from 5f to 1m 1f on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 4-1 at Ascot over 5f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Gold Star Hero by 1 1/2l. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 106

STRATUSNINE (IRE) (28) 031266 CD

Br B g Far Above (IRE) - Teide Lady Conor Whiteley (5) J O STRATUS9 Consulting Limited Hugo Palmer, Malpas T B Gerry Flannery Developments Coral Racing Limited S He has won three times at 6f on good to ﬁrm and good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 1 1/2l behind Sondad when sixth of 20 at 12-1 on his latest outing at York over 6f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 104 (-1)

6 TWO TRIBES (GB) (14) 002053 D

Br Ch g Rajasinghe (IRE) - Warsash (IRE) O Phil Cunningham B Miss Carla M Bowers

David Egan J Richard Spencer, Newmarket T Direct Commercial Ltd, Rebel Racing Ltd S

He has won four times from 5f to 7f on good and good to soft ground. Third of 8 behind Thunder Call beaten 3l at 7-2 on his latest outing at Ascot over 7f (good to ﬁrm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 103

BINHAREER (IRE) (63) 361-264 CD

9-5

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8 WILTSHIRE (GB) (84) 065100 D

9-4

(22)

9 ROCK ON THUNDER (IRE) (48) 226-600 D

9-4

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Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Silk Bow Tom Marquand J O Salhia Stud Limited William Haggas, Newmarket T B Yeomanstown Stud Icad Holding Ltd S He has won three times from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 2 1/2l behind Symbol Of Honour when fourth of 7 at 5-2 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Hallgarten And Novum Wines Hackwood Stakes at Newbury over 6f (good to ﬁrm) in July. Official BHA Rating 103 Br B g Aclaim (IRE) - Simballina (IRE) Oisin Orr J O The Marathon Partnership William Haggas, Newmarket T B Simballina Partnership Somerville Lodge Ltd S Winner of ﬁve races from 6f to 7f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Well beaten at 11-2 behind Paborus when last of 11 on his latest outing in the Group 3 JenningsBet Chipchase Stakes at Newcastle over 6f in June. Official BHA Rating 102 Br B c Night of Thunder (IRE) - Boston Rocker (IRE) O Exors of the Late Sheikh Mohammed Obaid B J. Hanly, A. Stroud & Skymarc Farm

Jack Callan J Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 6l behind Simplify at 28-1 when eighth of 9 on his latest outing at Chester over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 104 Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

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10 FLASH HARRY (GB) (20) 0-60001 D

9-3

11 EVENING SAIGON (IRE) (28) 0-12015 D

9-2

(24)

12 RUN BOY RUN (GB) (49) 200400 CD

9-2

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13 FAR ABOVE DREAM (IRE) (28) 1-11462 D

9-1

(14)

14 DANCE IN THE STORM (GB) (28) 0-15014 BF

9-1

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15 BODHI BEAR (IRE) (41) 051304 D

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16 FINE INTERVIEW (FR) (28) 110-100 D

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Br Ch g Harry Angel (IRE) - Mrs Todd Paul Mulrennan J O Deauville Daze Partnership Clive Cox, Hungerford T B Lady Whent Grs (Roadstone) Limited S He has won three times at 6f on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 15-8fav at Goodwood over 6f (soft) last month, beating Ardisia by 1l. Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success. Official BHA Rating 96 (+2) Br B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Hoodna (IRE) Faleh Bughenaim J O Wathnan Racing Hamad Al Jehani, GB T B Tally-Ho Stud Damsa Holding Company W.L.L S He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 1 1/2l behind Sondad when fifth of 20 at 15-2 on his latest outing at York over 6f (good to soft) last month. Has won at Goodwood and Newcastle this season. Official BHA Rating 100 Br B g Rajasinghe (IRE) - Instructress George Wood J O Phil Cunningham Richard Spencer, Newmarket T B Phil Cunningham Direct Commercial Ltd, Rebel Racing Ltd S Winner of six races from 5f to 7f on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Evening Saigon at 22-1 when 15th of 27 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 6f (good to firm) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Official BHA Rating 100 Br B g Far Above (IRE) - Silk Slippers Jason Hart J O Mr Gordon McDowall James Owen, Newmarket T B Highfort Stud Aver Generics Ltd S Winner of five races at 6f on good and heavy ground. Beaten a nose by Sondad when second of 20 at 16-1 on his latest outing at York over 6f (good to soft) last month. Has won at Newbury and Goodwood this season. Official BHA Rating 99 (+3)

Br B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Strictly Dancing (IRE) Oisin Murphy J O Mr J. C. Smith Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T B Littleton Stud She has won four times at 7f on good to ﬁrm and good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 1 1/2l behind Sondad when fourth of 20 at 85-40fav on her latest outing at York over 6f (good to soft) last month. Has won twice at Chester this season. Official BHA Rating 99 Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Wild Child (IRE) Sam James J O Mrs J. Barrett J. A. Stack, Ireland T B Mrs S. Rowley-Williams He has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to soft - heavy. Finished 6l behind Big Mojo when fourth of 5 at 18-1 on his latest outing in the Group 3 FBD Hotels And Resorts Phoenix Sprint Stakes at Curragh over 6f (good to ﬁrm) last month. Official BHA Rating 99 Br Gr g Havana Grey - Hypatia (IRE) O Wathnan Racing B Seserve Sagl & S.A.R.L. European Bloodst

James Doyle J Hamad Al Jehani, GB T Damsa Holding Company W.L.L S

Winner of six races at 6f on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 1 3/4l behind Sondad at 28-1 when seventh of 20 on his latest outing at York over 6f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 99 (-1)

17 CABURN (IRE) (28) 1-03064 D

9-0

(17)

18 PELLITORY (GB) (21) 002013

9-0

(16)

19 CANDY (GB) (31) 416-000 CD

8-13

(15)

Br Gr g Twilight Son - Tigrilla (IRE) Dylan Hogan J O Antram, Pemberton, Lancaster & Harrod James Tate, Newmarket T B Newstead Breeding Tattersalls S Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good to soft ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Prince Of India when fourth of 7 at 40-1 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 98 Br B g Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Daphinia Daniel Tudhope J O Mr Evan M. Sutherland David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T B Whitsbury Manor Stud GAIN Equine Nutrition S He has won four times at 7f on ground varying from good to soft. Third of 11 behind Forty Years On beaten 3l at 11-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 7f (good to soft) last month. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time. Official BHA Rating 98 Br B c Ardad (IRE) - Danzena Ryan Sexton J O Phil Cunningham Richard Spencer, Newmarket T B Exors of the Late Mr W C Wragg Direct Commercial Ltd, Rebel Racing Ltd S He has won four times at 6f on good and soft ground. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Air Force One when last of 21 on his latest outing at York over 5f (good) last month. He is wearing a hood for the first time. Official BHA Rating 97 (-4)

20 FANDOM (GB) (20) 043030 D

Br B g Showcasing - Brogan O Volare Aviation Ltd B Chasemore Farm

8-13

(3)

Alec Voikhansky J Richard Hannon, Marlborough T Volare Aviation S

He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good ground. Beaten 6l behind Flash Harry at 12-1 when last of 10 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 6f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 97 (-1)

21 ARDISIA (IRE) (20) 463042 CD

Br B g Ardad (IRE) - Garraun (IRE) O Ardisia Partnership B Lynn Lodge Stud

8-13

(13)

Warren Fentiman (3) J Hugo Palmer, Malpas T Coral Racing Limited S

Winner of ﬁve races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to soft. Beaten 1l by Flash Harry when second of 10 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 6f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 99 (+1)

22 FAHRENHEIT SEVEN (GB) (28) 100000 D

8-13

(7)

23 RED SPELLS DANGER (IRE) (28) 124510 D

8-12

(4)

24 HAMMER THE HAMMER (IRE) (28) 56-0000 D

8-12

(20)

Br B g Showcasing - Pizzazz Oliver Stammers J O Middleham Park Racing CX Robert Cowell, Newmarket T B Springcombe Park Stud Robert Cowell Racing S Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Well beaten at 125-1 behind Sondad when last of 20 on his latest outing at York over 6f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 97 (-2) Br B g Cotai Glory - Saikung (IRE) David Allan J O Mr J N Blackburn & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T B Kangyu International Racing Ltd Sheridan Ny Llp S He has won three times at 6f on good to ﬁrm and good ground. Beaten 8l behind Sondad at 18-1 when 17th of 20 on his latest outing at York over 6f (good to soft) last month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 98 Br B c Coulsty (IRE) - Ranallagh Rocket (IRE) O Mr B. T. McDonald B N. Hartery

Tom Eaves J Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T K. A. Ryan Racing S

He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 9l behind Sondad at 40-1 when 18th of 20 on his latest outing at York over 6f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 96 (-2)

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Br B g Twilight Son - Zawiyah Saffie Osborne J O Phil Cunningham Richard Spencer, Newmarket T B James Ortega Bloodstock Ltd Direct Commercial Ltd, Rebel Racing Ltd S Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on good to ﬁrm and good ground. Beaten 1/2l by Air Force One when second of 21 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (good) earlier this month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 95 (+1)

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SIXTH RACE 4.15

THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 2) RACE DESCRIPTION

This seven furlongs and 50 yards Novice Stakes is restricted to two-year-olds but in order to take part all of the runners must meet certain conditions. Unlike a maiden, which is restricted to horses yet to record a victory, winning horses which have run in a maximum of six races are eligible to run. Weights are set according to sex before previous winners are allocated penalties depending on the level at which they have been successful.

LAST YEAR’S WINNER NOBODY KNOWS (IRE)

SP: 5/4F Age/Weight: 2-9-4 Runners: 7 Jockey: Oisin Murphy Trainer: Richard Hughes Summary: The third winner of the day for Oisin Murphy, Nobody Knows secured the win on his debut. Well-backed in the betting due to his excellent pedigree, this son of Wootton Bassett more than justiﬁed his support proving far too much for his rivals to handle.

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES & STATISTICS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): M Dods (34 wins from 280 runners, 12%) runs NORTHERN CROWN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (20 wins from 98 runners, 20%) runs AMIR LEHBAB FANCY THAT: K Ryan won this race in 2021 and 2022. The stable runs CAGNEY and GOLD KEY today. K R Burke won this race in 2019 and 2023. The stable runs GOLDEN SOUK today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: AMIR LEHBAB trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, 375 miles.

Gold Key showed marked improvement from his debut ninth at Newcastle when headed in the closing stages at Thirsk last month. Kevin Ryan’s colt could step up again and must enter calculations, but the 82-rated AMIR LEHBAB edges the vote. The son of No Nay Never arrives on the back of a close-up second in a similar contest at Doncaster and compensation may beckon. Golden Souk and Rogue Constelation are the pick of the newcomers and merit a check in the betting.

totewin: Amir Lehbab

toteeachway: Gold Key

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2025: NOBODY KNOWS (IRE) 2 9 4 Oisin Murphy 5-4 (Richard Hughes) 7 ran Hood worn ﬁrst time by No. 7. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Gold Key (IRE), 10-3 Amir Lehbab (FR), 7-2 Golden Souk (IRE), 15-2 Rogue Constelation (IRE), 8-1 Tyrrhenian Thunder (GB), 10-1 Northern Crown (IRE), 40-1 Cagney (IRE), 80-1 Black Gin (GB), 200-1 Nice Neasy Does It (GB)

ROLL OF HONOUR YEAR 2025

WINNER Nobody Knows

AGE 2

WEIGHT SP 9-4 5/4F

TRAINER Richard Hughes

NEW RACE IN 2025

JOCKEY Oisin Murphy

SIXTH RACE 4.15

THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for novice two yrs old x Total prize fund £40000 Prize Money.£20936 to the winning horse The second to receive £9824, the third £4908, the fourth £2456 and the ﬁfth £1224. colours

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AMIR LEHBAB (FR) (72) 32

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CAGNEY (IRE) (84) 0

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Br B c No Nay Never (USA) - Matorio (FR) Oisin Murphy J O Mr Saeed Suhail Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T B Lindy Farms Foaled 5 Apr. Full brother to Never Fear, won three times at 6f and 7f. Placed in both starts. Beaten a short head by Quest For Stars when second of 7 at 7-2 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 7f (good to ﬁrm) in July. Official BHA Rating 82 Br B c Earthlight (IRE) - Qenaa Kevin Stott J O Mrs Angie Bailey Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T B William J. Kennedy K. A. Ryan Racing S Foaled 10 Apr. Half-brother to Stormy Tango, won twice on the ﬂat at 1m and over hurdles at 2m 1f. Beaten 10l behind Sirocco Sands at 18-1 when 9th of 11 on his racecourse debut at York over 6f (good) in June. Official BHA Rating Br B c Dubawi (IRE) - Sheikha Reika (FR) O Exors of the Late Sheikh Mohammed Obaid B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

Clifford Lee J K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

Foaled 7 Apr. Full brother to Youngest, won at 7f. Represents top connections and boasts an excellent pedigree, so he must be taken seriously. Official BHA Rating -

4 GOLD KEY (IRE) (36) 02

9-7

Br Ch c Palace Pier - Magnolia Springs (IRE) O Mr Jaber Abdullah B Airlie Stud & Mrs S. M. Rogers

(3)

Tom Eaves J Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

Foaled 1 May. Dam won twice at 7f and 1m 2f. Placed once in two starts. Beaten a neck by National Honour when second of 5 at 20-1 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 7f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating -

NORTHERN CROWN (IRE) (-)

9-7

Br B c Starman - Toronado Queen (IRE) O Sekura Group B Vereright Ltd

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Paul Mulrennan J Michael Dods, Darlington T

Foaled 5 Apr. Dam won twice between 7f and 1m 1f. 78,000gns purchase who is deﬁnitely worth a second look. Official BHA Rating -

6 ROGUE CONSTELATION (IRE) (-) Br B c Starman - Luxuriant O Rogues Gallery 1 B Tally-Ho Stud

9-7

(2)

Daniel Tudhope J Edward Bethell, Middleham T Rogues Gallery Racing, Essex 4X4 Centre S

Foaled 9 Jan. Dam won at 1m 1f. The stable has been in good form of late and it would be no surprise to see a bold showing on his debut. Official BHA Rating -

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Br B c Night of Thunder (IRE) - Birdie Num Num O Keatley and Owners B Newsells Park Stud & Fittocks Stud

9-7

(1)

M. P. Sheehy J Adrian Keatley, Malton T Keatley Racing Ltd S

Foaled 1 Mar. Dam unraced. He made 300,000 euros at the breeze-ups earlier in the year so there is likely to be plenty of attention on him. Official BHA Rating -

8 BLACK GIN (GB) (19) 0

9-2

Br B f Mayson - Concello (IRE) O Ontoawinner B The Concello Partnership

(7)

Jason Hart J Ivan Furtado, Easingwold T www.ontoawinner.net S

Foaled 18 Apr. Dam won twice at 7f. Beaten 13l behind Travellers Girl at 50-1 when seventh of 8 on her racecourse debut at Ripon over 6f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating -

9 NICE NEASY DOES IT (GB) (13) 30

9-2

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Br B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Beautifulwildthing David Allan J O Mr M. J. Macleod Tim Easterby, Malton T B Mill Bank Bloodstock LLP Leods Contracts Limited, Baker Finch Interiors S Foaled 11 Apr. Half-sister to Wildcitydiva, won at 1m 2f. Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 10l behind Mezzo Forte at 300-1 when last of 11 on her latest outing at York over 7f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

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SEVENTH RACE 4.50

THE JORDAN ELECTRICS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) RACE DESCRIPTION

The ﬁnal race of the afternoon is a seven furlongs and 50 yards handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 61-80. Like most handicaps on the ﬂat this race is also open to horses that are rated below that particular band. However, all handicaps stipulate a minimum weight and no runner can carry less than that, irrespective of how low their rating is. This is often described as ‘running from out of the handicap’ and is considered a disadvantage.

LAST YEAR’S WINNER (DIV I) JANNAS JOURNEY (IRE)

SP: 7/2 Age/Weight: 4-9-10 Runners: 11 Jockey: David Egan Trainer: Jim Goldie Summary: The ﬁrst division of the day’s ﬁnale saw the well-backed Jannas Journey follow up her Musselburgh success to score in impressive fashion, looking comfortable throughout.

LAST YEAR’S WINNER (DIV II) MIDNIGHT LION

SP: 25/1 Age/Weight: 5-9-3 Runners: 12 Jockey: Lauren Young Trainer: Jim Goldie Summary: Midnight Lion suprised everyone with his win in this one as trainer Jim Goldie took both divisions of this race. The ﬁve-year-old had been out of form before this race and could only manage 12th in the Kilkerran here on Thursday but was largely unchallenged here.

RACE STATISTICS YOUR RACE-BY-RACE FACTS, FANCIES & STATISTICS LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): J Goldie (103 wins from 746 runners, 14%) runs DWINDLING FUNDS & JANNAS JOURNEY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (12 wins from 107 runners, 11%) runs QUEST FOR FUN & SON FANCY THAT: J Goldie won this race in 2022 and 2025. The stable runs DWINDLING FUNDS & JANNAS JOURNEY today. LONGEST TRAVELLERS: VIPER trained by B Ellison, QUEST FOR FUN & SON trained by T Easterby, COTAI BELLE trained by R & P Fahey, all Malton, 212 miles.

Having landed the spoils on five of his last six appearances, Classy Clarets merits the utmost of respect given his current vein of form. That said, the five-year-old is effectively 12lb higher with Tom Marquand taking over, which could leave the door open for fellow in-form rival QUEST FOR FUN. Tim Easterby’s charge has posted several creditable efforts in defeat this season and a 2lb rise for his narrow defeat at York recently appears fair. The relatively unexposed Blakefell also catches the eye.

totewin: Quest For Fun

toteeachway: Classy Clarets

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2025: JANNAS JOURNEY (IRE) 4 9 10 David Egan 7-2 (Jim Goldie) 11 ran Blinkers worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 7, 13. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 7, 12, 13. Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Quest For Fun (GB), 13-2 Classy Clarets (IRE), 7-1 Jannas Journey (IRE), 9-1 Blakefell (IRE), 10-1 Dwindling Funds (GB), 12-1 Son (GB), 14-1 Cotai Belle (IRE), 16-1 Sailthisshipalone (GB), 18-1 King’s School (GB), Imperial Guard (IRE), 22-1 Selection (IRE), 25-1 Viper (GB), 40-1 Gweedore (GB)

ROLL OF HONOUR YEAR 2025 DH 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013

WINNER AGE Jannas Journey 4 Midnight Lion 5 Jenni 3 Cold Stare 8 Abduction 4 Titan Rock 3 Ascension 3 Wise Counsel 3 Hajjam 4 Meeting Abandoned That Is The Spirit 5 Right Touch 5 Earth Drummer 4 Silver Rime 8

WEIGHT 9-10 9-3 8-13 9-7 9-9 9-2 9-4 9-3 9-2

SP 7/2 25/1 10/1 4/1F 15/2 8/1 5/2F 7/1 5/1JF

TRAINER Jim Goldie Jim Goldie David O’Meara David O’Meara Jim Goldie John Quinn Roger Varian Clive Cox David O’Meara

JOCKEY David Egan Lauren Young Ben Robinson Ben Curtis Paul Mulrennan Jason Hart Andrea Atzeni Danny Tudhope David Nolan

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David O’Meara Richard Fahey David O’Meara Linda Perratt

Danny Tudhope Jack Garritty Danny Tudhope Oisin Murphy

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THE JORDAN ELECTRICS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

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JANNAS JOURNEY (IRE) (29) 401403 CD

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(5)

SON (GB) (13) 406235

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QUEST FOR FUN (GB) (13) 553032 C D

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Br B m Sioux Nation (USA) - Dancing Cosmos (IRE) Lauren Young (5) J O Mr James Mearns Long Jim Goldie, Glasgow T B Thistle Bloodstock Limited Has won eight races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Third of 11 behind Hunky Dory beaten 1/2l at 15-2 on her latest outing at Hamilton over 6f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 79 Br B g Too Darn Hot - Mia Diletta David Egan J O The Wolf Pack 2 and Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T B Scuderia Blueberry SRL Easthorpe Hall Stud S A winner at 6f on good to firm ground, but that win was over three years ago. Finished 6l behind Inspired when fifth of 19 at 12-1 on his latest outing at York over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 78 Br Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Craic Agus Spraoi (IRE) O REALITY PARTNERSHIPS XVI B Elwick Stud

David Allan J Tim Easterby, Malton T Easthorpe Hall Stud S

Winner of ﬁve races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten a neck by Power Fizz when second of 15 at 16-1 on his latest outing at York over 7f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 78

4 DWINDLING FUNDS (GB) (13) 422106 CD

9-8

(8)

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(12)

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(1)

Br B g Intrinsic - Kashtan Paul Mulrennan J O D P Van Der Hoeven & D G Pryde Jim Goldie, Glasgow T B Auroras Encore 2 Ltd Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to ﬁrm to heavy. Finished 6l behind Inspired when sixth of 19 at 11-2 on his latest outing at York over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 78

CLASSY CLARETS (IRE) (19) 111121 D

Br Gr g Cotai Glory - Hope And Faith (IRE) Tom Marquand J O Mr Danny Coyles Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T B Tally-Ho Stud Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S Has won nine races from 5f to 7f on good to ﬁrm and good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 5-1 at Southwell over 6f on his latest outing last month, beating Fantasy Obsessor by 2 1/2l. Has won 7 times this season. Official BHA Rating 77

6 MONTEZIN (GB) (14) 440510 D

Br B g Wootton Bassett - Palmyre (FR) O Mrs C. Brittain ER NN B Monceaux, Langlais, & Monnaies RU

Antony Brittain, Warthill T

N the all-weather. Beaten 12l behind Brian at 9-1 when 10th of Successful at 6f and 7f on good ground and on 11 on his latest outing at Haydock over 7f (soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 77 7

KING’S SCHOOL (GB) (23) 312505 D

9-6

(7)

Br B g Lightning Spear - Elenora Delight Conor Whiteley (5) J O MiddlehamParkRacing, Partner & P&G Upton Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T B T. C. Dawson Gemma Tutty Racing Ltd, Middleham Park Racing S

He has won four times at 7f on the all-weather. Finished 6l behind Mr Noble when ﬁfth of 11 at 25-1 on his latest outing at Southwell over 7f last month. Official BHA Rating 76

8 COTAI BELLE (IRE) (14) 222243

Br B f Cotai Glory - Liberty Sky (IRE) O Lets Go Racing 1 B Manister House Stud Ltd

9-6

(4)

Warren Fentiman (3) J Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T Racing People S

Successful twice at 5f on good to ﬁrm and good ground. Third of 6 behind Oolong Poobong beaten 1 3/4l at 13-2 on her latest outing at Thirsk over 7f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 79

9 BLAKEFELL (IRE) (17) 163223 D BF Br B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Katherine Lee (IRE) O Alfa Site Services Ltd & Graeme Curnow B Thomas J. Murphy

9-6

(9)

Jason Hart J Ivan Furtado, Easingwold T B & H Motors Ltd S

A winner at 7f on good ground. Third of 7 behind Aigeas beaten 3/4l at 6-4fav on his latest outing at Kempton over 7f earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 79 Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

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Br B g Epaulette (AUS) - Ares Choix O Lamont Racing B D. R. Tucker

9-5

(11)

Tom Eaves J Katie Scott, Galashiels T Lamont Racing S

Has won 13 races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 11l behind Jonny Concrete at 14-1 when last of 11 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 7f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 75

11 VIPER (GB) (26) 032106 D

Br B g Zoustar (AUS) - Classic Code (IRE) O Mrs Claire Ellison B Bond Thoroughbred Limited

9-5

(2)

Oisin Orr J Brian Ellison, Malton T Brian Ellison Racing Limited S

A winner at 7f on the all-weather. Finished 4l behind Two Commanders when sixth of 10 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 7f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 78

12 SELECTION (IRE) (2) 605254

Br Ch f Cotai Glory - Maghzaa (IRE) O Ontoawinner & Partner B Colm McEvoy

9-5

(13)

Alex Jary (3) J Ivan Furtado, Easingwold T Ontoawinner S

Successful at 6f and 1m on good to ﬁrm ground and on the all-weather. Finished 3l behind Cisco Disco when fourth of 12 at 12-1 on her latest outing here over 1m (soft) on Thursday. Official BHA Rating 75

13 SAILTHISSHIPALONE (GB) (2) 430331 C D

9-9

14 IMPERIAL GUARD (IRE) (14) 511100 CD

9-4

(in 5lb ex)

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Br B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Liberisque Marco Ghiani J O Ontoawinner 8 Ivan Furtado, Easingwold T B Andrew Bengough & Partners www.ontoawinner.net S He has won four times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 7-1 here over 1m (soft) on his latest outing on Thursday, beating Penelope’s Sister by 3/4l. Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success. Has also won at Pontefract this season. Official BHA Rating 74

(6)

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 He has won four times from 6f to 7f on good to ﬁrm ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 6l behind Nyman at 9-2 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 7f (good to soft) earlier this month. Has won 3 times here this season. Official BHA Rating 74

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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 1.20 - THE LADBROKES ‘BET £5 GET £30 NEW CUSTOMER OFFER’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £23193 to the winning horse The second to receive £10876, the third £5440, the fourth £2718, the fifth £1359 and the sixth £679. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 81-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102; such horses rated 80 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £225 stake if the horse is rated 81 or higher, or £45 stake if the horse is rated 80 or lower with £180 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 17th. 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 September 12th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. LADBROKES has generously sponsored this race and will present the Ayrshire Cup, to be retained by the Executive, and a memento to the winning owner, trainer & Jockey They will also present a cash prize to the stable 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 Ladbrokes. The sponsorship payment of £500 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. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 20 entries at £225. - Closed September 14th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £18284; Second £9144; Third £4572; Fourth £2286; Fifth £1143; Sixth £572. (Penalty Value £23193) 6 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 1.55 - THE LADBROKES ‘GET RACING BET BUILDER WINNINGS BOOSTS’ DOONSIDE CUP STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £34026 to the winning horse The second to receive £12900, the third £6456, the fourth £3216, the fifth £1614 and the sixth £810. for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, September 14th and pay £300 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 17th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st; fillies 8st 9lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 5lb; fillies 9st Penalties, after March 31st, 2026, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb Of a Group 1 or Group 2 race 7lb. LADBROKES has generously sponsored this race and will present the Doonside Cup, to be retained by the Executive, and a memento to the winning owner. They will also present a memento to the winning trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £100 to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Ladbrokes. The sponsorship payment of £500 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. 13 entries at £300. - Closed September 14th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £26736; Second £10974; Third £5490; Fourth £2742; Fifth £1374; Sixth £684. (Penalty Value £34026) A SS SEE PAGE 25 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.30 - THE LADBROKES AYR SILVER CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £33501 to the winning horse The second to receive £15710, the third £7858, the fourth £3926, the fifth £1963 and the sixth £981. for three yrs old and upwards, which were declared to run, but which were eliminated at the 48 hour declaration stage from the 2026 Ladbrokes Ayr Gold Cup (Heritage Handicap). Enter by noon, September 17th and pay £325 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 17th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after August 15th, 2026, a winner of a race 5lb Of 2 races 8lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb. Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried. LADBROKES has generously sponsored this race and will present the winning owner with the Ayr Silver Cup, to be retained by the Executive, and a memento to the winning owner. They will also present a memento to the winning trainer and jockey. A cash prize of £100 will also be presented 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 Ladbrokes. The sponsorship payment of £500 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. Special Conditions apply to this race. Please refer to the detailed particulars published on the BHA’s Racing Administration Internet site, www.racingadmin.co.uk. Eight declared runners, or the race to be cancelled. The British Horseracing Authority has authorised that the maximum number of runners in this race shall be determined by the normal Safety Factor applicable for the race and that a reduced Field Size Limit shall not apply. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 25 entries at £325. - Closed September 17th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £26410; Second £13208; Third £6604; Fourth £3302; Fifth £1651; Sixth £826. (Penalty Value £33501) 74 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.05 - THE LADBROKES ‘NEW CUSTOMERS GET 50/1 OLD FIRM OFFER’ FIRTH OF CLYDE (CLASS 1) (for the Ayrshire Agricultural Challenge Cup) (Group 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £42532 to the winning horse The second to receive £16125, the third £8070, the fourth £4020, the fifth £2017 and the sixth £1012. for two yrs old fillies only. Enter by noon, September 14th and pay £525 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 17th. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, a winner of a Group 3 race 3lb Of a Group 1 or Group 2 race 5lb. Ladbrokes has generously sponsored this race and will present the Ayrshire Agricultural Challenge Cup, to be retained by the Executive, and a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. They will also award a cash prize of £100 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 Ladbrokes. The sponsorship payment of £500 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 £525. - Closed September 14th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £33420; Second £13718; Third £6863; Fourth £3428; Fifth £1718; Sixth £855. (Penalty Value £42532.50) A SS SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.40 - THE LADBROKES AYR GOLD CUP (CLASS 2 HERITAGE HANDICAP) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £92772 to the winning horse The second to receive £43506, the third £21762, the fourth £10872, the fifth £5436 and the sixth £2718. for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, August 11th and pay £210 stake, Scratch by noon, August 25th or pay £240, Confirm by noon, September 14th and pay £150, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 17th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 12lb Penalties, after August 15th, 2026, a winner of a race 5lb Of 2 races 8lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb. Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried. LADBROKES has generously sponsored this race and will present the Ayr Gold Cup and a memento to the winning owner. LADBROKES will also present a memento to the winning trainer, jockey in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Ladbrokes. The sponsorship payment of £500 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. A SPECIAL DRAW FOR STALL POSITIONS WILL TAKE PLACE AT AYR RACECOURSE ON THURSDAY, 17 SEPTEMBER. FULL DETAILS WILL BE PUBLISHED ON THE RACING ADMIN WEBSITE UNDER “BHA NOTICES”. Entries for this race are accepted on the understanding that owners and trainers may nominate their horses at the 48 hour declaration stage for entry to the 2026 LADBROKES AYR SILVER CUP (HANDICAP) or the 2026 LADBROKES AYR BRONZE CUP HANDICAP STAKES in the event of their horses being eliminated from the 2026 LADBROKES AYR GOLD CUP (HERITAGE HANDICAP). FOR FULL DETAILS, PLEASE REFER TO ‘BRITISH HORSERACING AUTHORITY NOTICES’ PUBLISHED IN THE RACING CALENDAR AND ON THE BHA’s RACING ADMINISTRATION INTERNET SITE, www2.racingadmin.co.uk. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 72 entries, 7 at £210, 35 at £450, 30 at £600. - Closed August 11th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £73134; Second £36576; Third £18288; Fourth £9144; Fifth £4572; Sixth £2286. (Penalty Value £92772) 175 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.15 - THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £20936 to the winning horse The second to receive £9824, the third £4908, the fourth £2456 and the fifth £1224. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible. Enter by noon, September 14th and pay £200 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 17th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, a winner of a race 6lb Of 2 races 10lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £10000 towards the prize money for this race. There will be a memento to the winning owner and a cash prize for the groom in charge of the best turned out horse The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £3000 towards the prize money for this race. 12 entries at £200. - Closed September 14th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £16516; Second £8260; Third £4128; Fourth £2064; Fifth £1032. (Penalty Value £20936) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SS SEE PAGE 50 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.50 - THE JORDAN ELECTRICS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8897 to the winning horse The second to receive £4175, the third £2085, the fourth £1043 and the fifth £520. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £85 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £17 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £68 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 17th. 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 September 12th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. JORDAN ELECTRICS has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a voucher will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 26 entries at £85. - Closed September 14th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7019; Second £3511; Third £1754; Fourth £877; Fifth £439. (Penalty Value £8897.80) Weights lowered 4lb. 21 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS SEE PAGE 56 FOR THIS RACE.

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