It is exactly 170 years since racing started at Cartmel! Did you know, those initial races were run on the flat? – I am sure our Course Inspector would have something to say about that now!
Welcome to you all and thank you for choosing to spend your Bank Holiday with us. Your support is always appreciated by the Cartmel team, myself and my family.
You may notice that we are hosting a special race today: The Veterans Race I have long considered that Veterans races are part of the roadmap of Cartmel I am touched that the Team have named the Race in my honour from this year, maybe I shall be allowed to ring the bell today!
Heartfelt thanks to the Owners who are supporting our race programme today, and to the Trainers who target races in our programme each Season
Our very welcome Sponsors today are :
Hadwins Motor Group
RF Miller & Co
Molson Coors
And the family of Johnny and Tony Connell
Our Charity today is Warrior Down – a local organisation doing great things for those in need “Harnessing the strength of lived experience to promote healing, resilience and recovery by fostering compassionate communities.”
All that remains for me to say is ‘Good Luck!
Lord Cavendish, Chairman
Cartmel Steeplechases (Holker) Ltd
HOW TO PLACE A BET
PLACE YOUR BETS....
Betting is quite straightforward and can be fun - for as little as £2 There is no fool proof way of picking a winner; the odds and the racecard can give you a good guide but you can also have as much luck picking your horse by the name or colour of the silks.
BET IN TWO WAYS -
1. Betting with the tote - a quick, easy and friendly service You’ll find tote betting points all around the racecourse and it will give you a better choice of bets with the lower minimum stake of £2. Look at the counters for the tote how to bet guides
HOW TO READ
2. Bookies - these are all in front of the Grandstand and take only two bets TO WIN and EACH-WAY The bookies offer ‘odds’ on all the horses and you are best to shop around for the best odds. These are given in fractions, such as 8/1.
THE RACECARD
4
DRESSEDFORSUCCESS(GB)(271) P1/1111- CD 9 11-1
Br B g Dapper - Singalong Sal (IRE)
J
O Mr James Latham James Moffatt, Cartmel T
B Mr C. Dawson
TIMEFORM
1. Horse’s Saddlecloth No
2. Owners Silks/Colours
3. Horse’s Name
4. Colour of horse
B = Bay Br = Brown
Ch = Chestnut Gr = Grey
5. Sex of horse
c = colt g = gelding
f = filly m = mare
6. Sire
7. Dam
8. Country of birth
9. Days since last ran
10 Previous Performances
/ = denotes new season
, = denotes new year
C = Course Winner
11 Age
12. Weight St Lbs
13. BHA Rating
14. Star Rating
STAR RATINGS EXPLAINED. Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below: Selected to win the race. Good chance of being placed. By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.
CD = Course & Distance Winner
D = Distance Winner
BF = Beaten Favourite Last Time Out
Can be given little or no chance.
Charlotte Jones (5)
Cartmel Racecourse
ENJOY THE RACES IN SAFETY
A day at Cartmel Racecourse should be great fun for everyone; nobody wants an injury or an incident to spoil their day. So, when push comes to shove, we need to make sure that there isn’t any pushing or shoving
The racecourse team prepares carefully for each event and we take every precaution to ensure that the site is as safe as is practical. However, we also need some help from you – to take responsibility for your own safety and to respect the safety and comfort of those around you. With this in mind, we’ve compiled a brief list of precautions that we’d like all visitors to consider:
ALCOHOL & SUBSTANCE ABUSE
Fortunately very few accidents occur at Cartmel Racecourse, but those that do are most likely to be relatively minor incidents involving someone who has had too much to drink Quite simply: you’ll be safer if you drink less alcohol
On the rare occasion that we receive a customer complaint, it’s quite likely to be linked to the behaviour of someone who’s had one too many So please drink responsibly and encourage your friends to stay within their limits
Any incident involving substance abuse will be dealt with by Cumbria Police.
SLIPS, TRIPS, FALLS
parkland, that forms the racecourse, includes many uneven surfaces which may become slippery in wet conditions. Please take care of yourselves and mind where you walk. Don’t try to run faster than your legs can go, even if you think your bookmaker might be packing away for the day.
The most common cause for a visit to our medical tent is sunstroke… Okay, that’s only on hot days The most common cause, on a normal day, is a grazed knee Many of these incidents involve children aged under five years old or adults that have had one drink too many (see previous point about alcohol). Customers are reminded that the natural
FENCES, WALLS & BARRIERS
The fences, walls and temporary barriers located on the racecourse are intended to segregate people into specific areas. This may include segregating people from horses or people from sensitive or hazardous equipment Please do not attempt to climb over, sit on or stand on any barriers – regardless of whether they appear to be permanent or temporary features – they are not designed to take a person’s weight.
ENCLOSURES
We remain very happy that our visitors can travel between enclosures to experience all that Cartmel Racecourse has to offer However, these routes use the racing surface and we must always make sure that the
horses have fully left the track, before we open the gates to humans. Whilst we are sorry you may need to wait – please understand that any delays are due to us keeping you safe
RECYCLING
All of our waste is recycled at the waste depot so please feel free to use any bin.
TREES
The scenery at the racecourse is enhanced by beautiful trees, including some very old oaks However, despite clichés such as ‘strong as an oak’ it should be noted that all trees are capable of shedding branches with little warning While we inspect all the trees on the racecourse annually, we recommend that you do not sit beneath the branches. We especially ask that neither children, nor adults, swing or climb on the branches of trees within the parkland
PARKING
areas) and do not sit on or lean over barriers near to the horses. The running rails are designed to encourage the horses to stay on the track – but they will not withstand a horse’s weight if they hit them, nor a jockey’s if he is thrown over them – so be prepared to move if a horse is behaving erratically
VEHICLE MOVEMENT
Be aware of moving vehicles at all times. If you are driving a vehicle, please pay special attention to pedestrians.
BARBECUES
Every year the first aid team will treat at least one person with burnt fingers and we will be required to extinguish at least one fire in a wheelie bin. If you intend to bring a barbecue, please ensure that you handle it safely, take care not to scorch the grass and dispose of it in a metal bin – only when it is fully extinguished
Why do I need to pre-book parking now? This is a decision taken by the authorities out-with our control and what they are looking for is a record in advance of everyone who is driving a car on-site. Why is there less car parking on site now? Again, this has been mandated by the external authorities in order to maintain a safe distance between vehicles and pedestrians.
WATER
No gas barbecues or gas canisters are permitted on the racecourse
Please extinguish all BBQs 20 minutes before racing starts
CHILDREN
Children are naturally attracted by the water in the beck that meanders through the Paddock Enclosure For reasons that should be obvious, we recommend that children are supervised at all times. We also recommend that anyone paddling in the beck wears shoes or boots to protect their feet Animals use the beck upstream (and downstream), so please do not use the beck for washing up your picnic utensils, for drinking or for cleaning your hands.
HORSES
Whilst its brilliant to be up close to the racing action, we would appreciate you not allowing children to sit on the racetrack perimeter fence. Also – if you see any damage to racecourse fences, temporary structures or furniture we would appreciate you reporting this damage as soon as possible to a member of our stewarding team
ABANDONMENT
Horses are big and run very fast; hopefully yours will run fastest of all. Please pay attention when in close proximity to the horses: stay on the public side of any barriers (close to the track or horse walk
Abandonment refunds: Full refunds for general admission tickets will be given if racing is abandoned before the first race A 50% refund will be given if racing is abandoned before the third or featured race No cash refunds will be given on the day, but will be administered by post after the meeting Please retain your tickets as they will be required for your refund application Applications for refunds should be sent within one month of the fixture.
CARTMEL JOCKEYS’ CHALLENGE
number of strong looking rides today, and likely to collect more Sticky Toffee pudding.
Our season long Jockeys Challenge started with some familiar names heading the leaderboard
Top spot goes to Harry Skelton, who rode 2 winners from his 3 rides, firstly as the only finisher in the William Hill Handicap Hurdle for brother Dan, then quickly following up on the Olly Greenall and Josh Guerriero trained Ki Woo in the RF Miller Handicap Steeplechase Harry has a
We were pleased that Cartmel regular Leah Noreci was on the scoresheet with 5 points to share second place. Leah rode her first winner at Cartmel, and rode as superbly timed race to land the Hadwins Mares Handicap Hurdle on the well backed My Chiquita A double was almost landed later in the card, with Leah showing she is well worth her claim and a Jockey to follow
Sharing second is Charlotte Jones, who also rode a winner for Jimmy Moffatt in the Molson Coors Handicap on Halfway House Last years Cartmel Champion Jockey will be out to retain her title, with her wins here always popular.
JOCKEY
Harry Skelton
Leah Noreci
CARTMEL TRAINERS’ CHALLENGE
Cartmel Trainer Jimmy Moffatt made a flying start to this years Challenge, surging into a clear lead with a 10 point haul. The 7 time winner had a Double and 2 places to see him in a familiar position at the top of the leaderboard Jimmys first winner was in the Hadwins Mares Handicap Hurdle with My Chiquita, then Halfway House Lad continued his winning form when holding on in the Molson Coors Handicap to the delight of the local stables followers
Ayrshire Trainer Ian Duncan has decent record at Cartmel from a small number of runners. His Tread Softly Now was an impressive winner of the PSR Marquees Handicap under a fine Ryan Mania ride, staying on well to land the spoils on Ians only runner on the card
The concluding St Marys Hospice Handicap saw the most exciting finish of the day when Imperial Rule won on the line for Cumbria Trainer Lizzie Quinlan Husband Sean was in the saddle, with a power packed drive to get up in the shadows of the post Lizzie is a Trainer to follow with plenty of success in the last few years here
Jimmy Moffatt
Gordon Elliott
July Saturday Day LadieS
18th July
FIRST RACE | 1.38
MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
BETS AVAILABLE ON THIS RACE
Race Description Novice races tend to be for younger horses that are still learning their way over hurdles or fences and allow them to race against each other before graduating up the ranks. Horses are classed as a novice if they have yet to win a race, under the respective code, prior to the official start of the season, towards the end of April although for wins between 1st March and the end of the season they may continue to contest novice races until the end of the following October. This particular two mile and one furlong novices’ hurdle race is for horses aged four-years-old and upwards which have not won more than three hurdle races
Leading course trainer (20-25): D McCain (12 wins from 91 runners, 13%) runs IAMYOUARE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (11 wins from 27 runners, 41%) runs HIDDEN FORTUNE
Longest Traveller: MIGHTY FLEUR trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 262 miles
for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares ¨ Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money 1st £4173, 2nd £2087, 3rd £1043, 4th £522. (Penalty Value £5446) no horse age st-lb
1
HIDDENFORTUNE(IRE)(11) 1/22-1
5 11-9
Br B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Lady Pippa (IRE) Harry Skelton J
O Mr Jarlath Patrick Conway Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Oliver & Alan Loughlin
The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORMVIEWIrishpointwinnerwhowentonebetter-andingoodstyleaswell-thaninacoupleof bumperswhenwinning9-runnernoviceatFontwell (2 1/4m, good)on hurdling debut 11 days ago,soon clear having ledsoon after last. Intop hands,she’sopen to improvement. TFR####! BHA-
2 MIGHTYFLEUR(GB)(21) 22502-1
Br B m Scorpion (IRE) - Big Time Billy (IRE)
6 11-9
Sean Bowen J
O Big Time Billy Racing Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest T
B John Bryan Big Time Billy Racing, Fairplay Exchange S TIMEFORMVIEWHitthecrossbarnumeroustimesbutmadethemostof agoodopportunitywhenwinning7-runnernoviceatFakenham(21/2m,good)3weeks ago,apositiveridedroppedbackintripinfirst-timecheekpiecesprovingjusttheticket.Couldwellkickonnowupandrunning TFR###!! BHA110
AUTUMNGETAWAY(IRE)
(23) 06-0
Br B m Getaway (GER) - Milly Lamb (IRE)
5 11-2
Peter Kavanagh J
O Mrs K Elliott & Mrs E J Quinlan Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B Mrs M. Curran Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Offered no more than she had in a couple of bumpers switched to hurdles after 3 months off at Hexham just over 3 weeks ago. Can only be watched. TFR#!!!! BHA-
CENTURION’SSISTER(IRE)
(148) 22/3323- 6 11-2
Br Ch m Getaway (GER) - Ain’t Misbehavin (IRE)
O Greystoke Owners
Danny McMenamin J
Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Sean Gorman Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-uptwicefrom3startsinbumpersandhasbeenconsistentratherthanprogressiveoverhurdles,thirdof 6 in novice at Catterick (19f, good) when last seen 5 months ago. Likely to find at least a couple too good. TFR##!!! BHA100
IAMYOUARE(IRE)
(39) 50351- 6 11-2
Br Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Christina (IRE)
O The Taking Part Racing Club
Theo Gillard J
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Paramount Farms Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORMVIEWBenefitednoendfromthestepbackupintripwhenboltingupin8-runnerhandicapatHereford(21/2m,good)last month. Switches to novice company and may take some stopping if the return to 17f doesn’t catch her out. TFR##### BHA107
JOLISSAINT(FR)
(41) F//65- 7 11-2
Br Gr m Kapgarde (FR) - Clameur des Obeaux (FR)
David Noonan J
O The Jolissaints Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B Mr Richard Bevis Dodson and Horrell S TIMEFORM VIEW Kapgarde mare who was leading when falling last sole start in Irish points in April 2024 but looks one for handicaps later on judged on both efforts in maiden hurdles in recent months. TFR#!!!! BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
2025: BELLE LE GRAND 6 11 9 Harry Skelton 2-7 (Dan Skelton) 8 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2. Stewards Note:
AUTUMN GETAWAY: Following its run on 2/5/2026 it was reported that the horse jumped right-handed.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
IAMYOUARE left previous efforts behind when a dominant winner of a Hereford handicap just under 6 weeks ago and now switched to novice company, Donald McCain’s 6-y-o may prove tough to stop if the drop in trip doesn’t catch her out. Heading up the list of dangers is Hidden Fortune, who represents the powerful Skelton team and was impressive in making a winning hurdling debut at Fontwell earlier in the month. Mighty Fleur can fill out third.
GREAT BRITISH BONUS
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SECOND RACE | 2.13
(CLASS 5) (DIV I)
for four yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £7000 Owners Prize Money 1st £2783, 2nd £1391, 3rd £696, 4th £348, 5th £174, 6th £87. (Penalty Value £3642.10)
Race Description This is a two mile and six furlongs handicap hurdle race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 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 lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 60 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 170.
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Moffatt (46 wins from 259 runners, 18%) runs MASTERMINDING & SECRET SECRET
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Bowen (4 wins from 27 runners, 15%) runs LADY HARRIETT Longest Traveller: LADY HARRIETT trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 262 miles
1
SECRETSECRET(IRE)
(35) 0/31460- CD
2
Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Maughami Charlotte Jones J O THE SECRETS
B Miss Annmarie Burke
James Moffatt, Cartmel T
The Sheroot Partnership S
TIMEFORMVIEWLandedthirdC&DsuccesswhenadecisivewinnerinJulylastyear Ranwellwhenfourthherethefollowingmonthandprobably needed the run after 5 months off when down the field at Kelso in April. Merits consideration back at this venue. TFR####! BHA100
SHINEALIGHT(IRE)
(23) 10506-3
5 11-13
Br Bl m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Catherine’s Meadow (IRE) Benjamin Macey (5) J
O Mr A. Barker
B Noel James
John Dawson, Saltburn T
TIMEFORMVIEWOff markinIrishpointsatsecondattempt(finishedalone)andsomepromiseonfirst2of 3startsinmaidenhurdles Matchedthepickof that formwhenthirdof 8onhandicapdebutatUttoxeter(23f)earlythismonth,butimprovementrequiredforafirstRulessuccess. TFR###!! BHA99 3
ACHNAMARA(GB)
Br B g Kodiac - Albamara
O RedHotGardogs
B Miss K. Rausing
(34) 4FP600-
7 11-8
I. J. Power J
Philip Kirby, Richmond T
Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfultwiceduring2024/25buthasn’tkickedoninthisspheresince,runningpoorlybothoutingsinAprilbeforea never-dangerous third at Pontefract on the level last time Revival needed to take advantage of his easing mark. TFR##!!! BHA94
CELESTIALREIGN(IRE)
(45) 24600P- 5 11-7
Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Sarawati (IRE)
O PHIL ELLERBY & PARTNERS
B Pigeon Park Stud
Joshua Thompson (5) J
Micky Hammond, Middleham T
Micky Hammond Racing, Northern Accountants S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden winner at Sedgefield last spring but hasn’t offered much in handicaps this year, tailed off at the same course (27f) on latest outing in April. Has dropped further in the weights, though others more persuasive at present. TFR##!!! BHA93
EVENWOODSONOFAGUN(IRE)
Br B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Ravish
(66) 3F0006- CD 8 11-7
Sean Quinlan J
O Mrs D Chapman & Mrs E Quinlan Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B Glenvale Stud & Edgeridge Ltd Bolton Mill Holiday Park S
TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded quick-fire double here last year, including success in this race Had been struggling for form but step back in the right direction when sixthof 13atMusselburgh(3m)inMarch.Backdowntoahandymarkaheadof returntoCartmel(hashadabreathingoperation). TFR###!! BHA93
USHUAIADANCER(GB)
(55) 1P4/24/2- D 8 11-0
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Flushtown Vale (IRE) Callum Bewley J
O Mr Justin Landy Justin Landy, Leyburn T
B Gingearmy
TIMEFORMVIEW After nearly2years off thetrack,shapedasif retainingallhisabilitywhensecondof 9inhandicaphurdleatNewcastle (2 1/2m) in March, beaten only by a Skelton-trained gamble Major player with reappearance run behind him. TFR##### BHA86
IMPERIALIMP(IRE)(16) 12/P41-6 D 10 10-13
Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Ardsallagh’s Lark (IRE) Nathan Moscrop J
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who has gone with little promise since returning from a 20-month absence in December, finishing well held in maiden over C&D on Saturday. TFR#!!!! BHA81
RBERNARD(GB)
(407) 166004/- D
Br B g Norse Dancer (IRE) - Channel Treat
O Mr R. Broadley
10 10-6
Charlie Deutsch J
Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth T
B Mr P. O. Allman Acton At Morville S
TIMEFORMVIEWRecordedback-to-backwinsatStratfordinspring2024butstruggledforformsubsequently However,he’sbeengivenachance by the handicapper so he’s an interesting contender despite 13-month absence (has had a breathing operation). TFR####! BHA78
ZUUL(GB)
(218) 0403P4-
Br Ch g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Sharp Dresser (USA)
8 10-3
Ellis Collier (5) J
O Howdale Bloodstock Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Howdale Bloodstock Ltd Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 19 runs, running to just a poor level when making the frame once from 3 starts over hurdles last summer Tried over fences last 3 outings, reported to have bled when remote fourth of 6 at Sedgefield on final outing in October TFR###!! BHA75
LADYHARRIETT(GB)
(21) P/33PP-5
Br B m Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Matrow’s Lady (IRE)
7 10-2
Sean Bowen J
O Mr Steven John Matthews Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest T
B Steven Matthews Matthews Roofing Bristol Ltd, Fairplay Exchange S
TIMEFORMVIEWSolesuccesscamein21/2mFfosLashandicapbackinNovember2024.Pulleduponchasedebutfirststartthisyearandhasrun modestly back over hurdles the last twice, again tending to jump right when fifth of 8 at Warwick (25f) 3 weeks ago. TFR##!!! BHA72
MILLFORDHILL(IRE)
(23) P//0400-P
Br Br g Flemensfirth (USA) - Which Thistle (IRE)
8 10-2
Danny McMenamin J
O Mrs Amy Fife Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Ms C. Corrigan & Tom Conway Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Point winner but little impact in 4 starts over hurdles this spring, tailed off making handicap debut at Perth (3m) in April. Fared no better sent chasing when pulled up at Hexham 23 days ago. Visor now the choice of headgear. TFR##!!! BHA69
DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2025: EVENWOOD SONOFAGUN (IRE) 7 11 9 Sean Quinlan 10-1 (Lizzie Quinlan) 10 ran Visor worn first time by No 13. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 4, 5, 7, 11, 13 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 5, 7, 10, 11, 12. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 5, 10. Stewards Note: ZUUL: Following its run on 19/10/2025 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Ushuaia Dancer (GB), 13-2 Shinealight (IRE), 8-1 R Bernard (GB), 10-1 Secret Secret (IRE), 11-1 Evenwood Sonofagun (IRE), Zuul (GB), 16-1 Celestial Reign (IRE), Masterminding (IRE), Lady Harriett (GB), 18-1 Achnamara (GB), 28-1 Imperial Imp (IRE), Millford Hill (IRE), 50-1 Road To Rosley (GB) PLAY SMARTER
USHUAIA DANCER made an encouraging return from a lengthy absence when beaten only by a well-treated sort at Newcastle in March and he can build on that effort to go one better Three-time C&D winner Secret Secret could be the main danger back here, while R Bernard is one to note from his reduced mark.
HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD
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(CLASS 5) (DIV II)
for four yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £7000
Race Description This is the second division of Race 1. Some races can often prove very popular with owners and trainers and as a result more horses are declared to run than the official safety limit allows for To avoid horses being denied a run, which is obviously disappointing for connections, the British Horseracing Authority allows the race to be split into two divisions, with each contest carrying identical race conditions
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Moffatt (46 wins from 259 runners, 18%) runs DUSKY DAYS
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): S England (5 wins from 20 runners, 25%) runs SUITABLY SURPRISED
Longest Traveller: PATH OF STARS trained by S Mullins, Amesbury, 265 miles
Owners Prize Money 1st £2783, 2nd £1391, 3rd £696, 4th £348, 5th £174, 6th £87. (Penalty Value £3642.10) no
1
2
(2) 2/0P04-0
9 12-0
Br B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Soeur Gael (IRE) Sean Quinlan J
O Mr A. Balmer Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T
B Philip Heskin Siba Contracts S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles/chase winner for Olly Murphy but shown form only once for this yard. TFR##!!! BHA100
DUSKYDAYS(IRE)(23) 04122-0 C
Br Ch g Flemensfirth (USA) - Day’s Over
9 11-11
Charlotte Jones J O VILPRANO and KB James Moffatt, Cartmel T
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since May 2023, though she ran well enough when a close fifth on heavy ground at Hexham in March. Below that level there last time and others possess more solid profiles TFR###!! BHA94
(23) U/45PP-P
Br Ch g Mahler - Sommer Sonnet (IRE)
O Miss Victoria Bewley
8 11-7
Jonathon Bewley J
George Bewley, Colby T
B Vincent Finn Lloyd Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up on his last 3 starts over fences and hopes are pinned that a first-time visor or return to hurdling will have a transformative effect. TFR##!!! BHA93
RICKETYGATE(GB)
(38) 60334P- 11 11-3
Br B g Trans Island - Hannah Jacques (IRE)
O Tarzan Bloodstock
Danny McMenamin J
Nicky Richards, Greystoke T
B Nicky Richards Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition) S
B Mrs Claire Doyle Centregreat Limited, Solstice S TIMEFORM VIEW Tumbled in the weights across a lengthy losing run but he stopped the slide fitted with blinkers when third of 10 in handicap hurdle at Perth (3m, good to soft, 11/1) 33 days ago. Player if able to back that up TFR###!! BHA84 BETS AVAILABLE ON
Samuel Drinkwater, Strensham T
Miss Imogen Mathias (7) J O Miss I. Mathias
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
MICKTHESOLDIER(IRE)
(16) 53/4P-03 8 10-11
Br Ch g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Tornic Arc (IRE)
O Mr P. Kirby
B Denis Ahern
Joe Williamson J
Philip Kirby, Richmond T
Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWWinningpointerwhoseemedtoachievealittlebitmorethanpreviouslyunderRuleswhenthirdof 6innovicehurdleatHexham (2m, soft, 25/1) 16 days ago. That was a thin race and he’s probably best watched up in trip for handicap debut. TFR##!!! BHA83
BELVEDEREBHOY(IRE)
(51) 0F0041- 5 10-8
Br B g Doyen (IRE) - The Way It Works (IRE)
Derek Fox J
O Mr Liam Kelly Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Mr L. Kelly Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Wellbacked onthe backof a breathing operation andwas much improved towin a9-runner handicap hurdle at Carlisle (19f, good, 7/5) 51 days ago. Looks the one to beat from a 4lb higher mark. TFR##### BHA80
HALFPINTDAISY(IRE)
(21) 00666-2
Br B m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Passlands (IRE)
7 10-3
Ned Fox (3) J
O C & C Boultbee Brooks Clive Boultbee-Brooks, Woolhope T
B Andrew Mahon Boultbee Brooks Real Estate Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Out of the weights but much improved upped in trip when second of 8 in handicap hurdle at Warwick (25f, good) 21 days ago. Pulled clear of the remainder there and she’s respected again. TFR####! BHA75
THEROCHOPPER(IRE)
(490) B/0P60P/- 7 10-2
Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Borboleta (IRE)
O J.Emmerton, P. H. K. Steveney & Partner
B George Lane
Nathan Moscrop J
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
TIMEFORM VIEW Well beaten in handicaps at 2024/25 for Jackie Stephen and is probably only of note if market speaks positively returning for new yard after 16 months in first-time tongue strap TFR##!!! BHA73
PATHOFSTARS(FR)
(21) 3P343-5 BF 5 10-2
Br B or Br m Masar (IRE) - Amelia May
Benjamin Macey (5) J
O Simon & Christine Prout Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T
B S.C.E.A. Le Haras D’Haspel We Do Vans S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran up to best when third of 8 in handicap at Plumpton (21f, good to soft) in April but not in same form at Fakenham 3 weeks ago. Place claims at best. TFR###!! BHA70
DECLARED RUNNERS 12
Visor worn first time by No 4. Tongue Strap worn first time by No 11. Hood worn by No 11. Blinkers worn by No 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2.
Stewards Note:
2025: (See Div 1)
POETRY MAN: Following its run on 2/5/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed throughout. HALF PINT DAISY: Following its run on 4/5/2026 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Belvedere Bhoy (IRE), 11-2 Half Pint Daisy (IRE), 7-1 Rickety Gate (GB), 10-1 Suitably Surprised (IRE), 11-1 Path of Stars (FR), 12-1 Dusky Days (IRE), 14-1 Our Laura B (IRE), No Rematch (IRE), 18-1 Poetry Man (IRE), 25-1 Clonakilty (IRE), Mickthesoldier (IRE), 40-1 The Roc Hopper (IRE)
BELVEDERE BHOY proved a different proposition after a breathing operation when winning at Carlisle and can follow up Half Pint Daisy looked better suited by a staying trip at Warwick and is also considered along with Rickety Gate
FOURTH RACE | 3.23
THE RF MILLER & CO HANDICAP HURDLE RACE
(CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
for four yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £30100
Race Description This is a three mile, one and a half furlong handicap hurdle race for four-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. Even so, the higher rated horses must still concede weight to their lower rated rivals, which tends to make open handicaps very competitive races
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Moffatt (46 wins from 259 runners, 18%) runs BITTALEMON Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (11 wins from 27 runners, 41%) runs TRANQUIL SEA Longest Traveller: MUSIQUE DE FEE trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 262 miles
1
ROGERPOL(IRE)(36) 033110-
Br B g Shantou (USA) - Laren (GER)
O Cobbold Allen Ogilvy Shaw Morley
B Stephen Lanigan O’Keeffe
2
8 12-0
Isabelle Ryder (5) J
Jamie Snowden, Lambourn T
BetVictor S
TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever when landing a double under this claimer at Hexham last October Should come on for his Plumpton comeback and yard couldn’t be in better form. TFR###!! BHA129
Br B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Rindoon’s Sister (IRE)
O Mr E. A. Brook
9 11-10
Ellis Collier (5) J
Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Joe & Mel Power Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of back-to-back races here last summer, latterly over C&D off a 1lb higher mark, and he’s entitled to come on for his reappearance at Hexham (40/1) earlier this month. TFR###!! BHA125
LIPAK(IRE)(32) 161321- D
Br Br g Mamool (IRE) - Triennial (IRE)
O Cottrell, Conway & Cottrell
8 11-9
Charlie Todd J
Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B Mr Liam McKeogh Dodson & Horrell Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Looked ungainly under pressure when narrowly defying a career-high hurdles mark on his return at Warwick. Yard among the winners but he could be vulnerable off 3lb higher in a stronger race Tongue strap goes on first time TFR###!! BHA124
LORDSNOOTIE(IRE)
(16) 0/0P23-0 9 11-7
Br Ch g Malinas (GER) - Miss Ogan (IRE)
Sean Bowen J
O Lord Snootie and his pals Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B Olive Troy Dodson and Horrell S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t won since 2022 but has returned to form this spring, forced wider than ideal when eighth behind Al Sayah/Tranquil Sea at Haydock earlier this month, and remains on a feasible mark. TFR###!! BHA122
TRANQUILSEA(IRE)(16) 04001-4 D BF 6 11-6
Br Ch g Teofilo (IRE) - Finata Harry Skelton J
O Mr Leigh Taylor Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Godolphin The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORMVIEW Emphatic winner of a valuable stayers handicap at Plumpton (seemingly laid out for the race) and confirmed he’s back at the top of his game when fourth behind Al Sayah at Haydock last time Another bold bid is expected. TFR####! BHA121
MUSIQUEDEFEE(IRE)(2) P0P0-22 CD 7 11-4
Br Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Fairy Tale (FR)
Joshua Bryan J
O The Happy Amigos Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest T
B Vambeck Bloodstock Ltd Fairplay Exchange S
TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
9
HIGHLANDFASHION(GB)
(31) 4/61205- 7 11-1
Br B g Champs Elysees - French Fashion (IRE) J
O Stephen Sinclair & Ian Duncan
Sinclair & Ian Duncan
NON-RUNNER
Ian Duncan, Coylton T
B Ian Duncan & Stephen Sinclair Ian Duncan Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEWBackeduphishandicapdebutsuccesswhensecondbehindausefulsortatAyrinJanuaryandhe’slikelystill in good form, having again been less than ideally placed when fifth of 12 at Perth on his latest start. TFR###!! BHA116
sortatAyr andhe’slikely d tat rin y s ely than placed when fth Pe h star go
GWENNIEMAYSTAR(FR)
(31) 141P34- D 6 11-0
Br B g Masterstroke (USA) - Grande Symphonie (FR)
O Ms Gwendoline M Clarke
David Noonan J
Christian Williams, Bridgend T
B SC Racing Investment Society Ecurie RIS Dodson and Horrell S
TIMEFORMVIEWWontwiceforOllyMurphylastseasonandconfirmedhisreturntoformforanewstablewhenastaying-onfourthatPerth last time No guarantee that Cartmel will suit his style, though, and he’ll probably need them to go off hard. TFR##!!! BHA115
SPEEDDAVIS(FR)
(37) P/55611- 8 11-0
Br B g Spider Flight (FR) - Trumpet Davis (FR)
O Owners Group 117
Theo Gillard J
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B C Quellier, A Quellier & S Quellier Owners Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWBeataprogressiveonewhensuccessfulatMusselburghlastNovemberandproducedacareerbesttofollowupatBangor (23f) last time Upped in grade for hat-trick but further progress cannot be discounted over this longer trip TFR###!! BHA115
KILMOREROCK(IRE)
(19) 6PP31-2 D BF 7 10-12
Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Champayne Hallie (IRE)
O Payne, Bell, Severs, Moffatt & Corbett
Nathan Moscrop J
Susan Corbett, Otterburn T
B Brian Kiely Finnies Heavy Haulage S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who has been rejuvenated for the fitting of blinkers, backing up his Kelso success when runner-up there last time, though he’s upped in grade and may not get his own way in front. TFR###!! BHA113
BITTALEMON(GB)
(2) 10100-5 C 5 10-9
Br Ch m Dubawi (IRE) - Bizzarria
O Mr Darren Naylor
Charlotte Jones J
James Moffatt, Cartmel T B Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a pair of 17f novice hurdles at this track last summer but didn’t see out her race on return from 9 weeks off (had a breathing operation in the interim) over C&D on Saturday. TFR##!!! BHA110
DECLARED RUNNERS 12
2025: MUSIQUE DE FEE (IRE) 6 10 12 Joshua Bryan 3-1 (Georgina Nicholls) 12 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 7. Tongue Strap worn first time by No 4. Blinkers worn by No 11. Visor worn by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6, 12
Stewards Note:
IMPERIAL DATA: Following its run on 9/5/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed throughout. TRANQUIL SEA: Following its run on 9/5/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed in the straight.
Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Tranquil Sea (IRE), 6-1 Al Sayah (GB), 15-2 Musique de Fee (IRE), 9-1 Lord Snootie (IRE), 11-1 Lipa K (IRE), 12-1 Speed Davis (FR), 14-1 Roger Pol (IRE), Kilmore Rock (IRE), 16-1 Imperial Data (IRE), 20-1 Gwennie May Star (FR), Bittalemon (GB)
AL SAYAH progressed again when third on her latest start at Haydock and looks up to defying a career-high mark. Tranquil Sea wasn’t seen to best effect behind the selection when fourth in the same race, though, and could be a serious danger, while last year’s winner Musique de Fee looks at least as good as ever for her new yard.
ABBREVIATIONS
FIFTH RACE | 3.58
3)
for ten yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £15500
Owners Prize Money 1st £6260, 2nd £3129, 3rd £1566, 4th £783, 5th £391. (Penalty Value £8185.55) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
Race Description This is a three mile, five and a half handicap steeple chase for ten-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 135. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have won a race, been placed twice or raced at least three times in order for the handicapper to gauge the level of form shown. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap. In simple terms a horse rated 135 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 130.
Leading course trainer (20-25): M Bowen (4 wins from 35 runners, 11%) runs FAIRLAWN FLYER & STRATAGEM
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Bowen (4 wins from 27 runners, 15%) runs FAIRLAWN FLYER & STRATAGEM
Longest Traveller: TOMMIE BEAU trained by S Mullins, Amesbury, 265 miles
TOMMIEBEAU(IRE)
(21) 45606-1 C D 11 12-0
Br B g Brian Boru - Bajan Girl (FR)
Benjamin Macey (5) J
O Simon & Christine Prout Seamus Mullins, Amesbury T
B Miss E. Nicholas & R. Williams Peter and Karen Bowen Racing, Fairplay Exchange S
TIMEFORMVIEWThoroughstayerwholookedrustyafter5monthsoff whenfourthof 9inatFfosLas(3m,good)justunder3weeksago,pluggingonfrom 3out having gone insnatches Successful twice herearound this time last year andbetter anticipated returned toalonger trip TFR###!! BHA116
STRATAGEM(FR)
(2) 6P314-3
Br Gr g Sunday Break (JPN) - Our Ziga (FR)
O Mr Mickey Bowen
10 10-13
Mr James Murray (7) J
Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest T
B O. Triboire & S.C.E.A. Ecurie Des Jap Peter and Karen Bowen Racing, Fairplay Exchange S TIMEFORMVIEWPostedbesteffortforthisyardwhenwinningingoodstyleatSedgefieldearlylastmonthandlefttheimpressionhe’dhavefinishedsignificantlycloserhad henotbeencaughtsofarbackatPerthnexttime Rantoasimilarlevelwhenthirdhere(25f,good)onSaturdaybutotherspreferred. TFR##!!! BHA112 5
MYBOBBYDAZZLER(GB)
(51) 04P312- 11 10-13
Br B g Malinas (GER) - Ease And Grace Charlie Deutsch J
O Mr Bob Barrett Mel Rowley, Bridgnorth T
B Bob Barrett Acton At Morville S TIMEFORMVIEWNotthemostreliablebutendedalonglosingrunin7-runnerveteranseventatHereford(25f)inFebruaryandratherencouraginglybackedthatupwith afast-finishingsecondinan11-runnerhandicapatHaydock(31/4m,good)justover7weeksago.Consideredif inthesamemood. TFR####! BHA112
Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Tommie Beau (IRE), 3-1 My Bobby Dazzler (GB), 9-2 If Not For Dylan (IRE), 7-1 Stratagem (FR), 9-1 Fairlawn Flyer (GB)
Cases can be made for most of these, but TOMMIE BEAU has been rejuvenated by cheekpieces of late and still remaining well treated following his recent Fakenham success, Seamus Mullins’ 11-y-o is one to follow now back on track. He can add a fourth course victory to his tally at the expense of My Bobby Dazzler, who refused to line up at Aintree recently but would be a danger to all provided he keeps his quirks in check.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TOMMIE
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CARTMEL RACECOURSE
(CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
for five yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £13425
Owners Prize Money 1st £5336, 2nd £2668, 3rd £1334, 4th £667. (Penalty Value £6985.02) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
Race Description This is a two mile, one and a half furlong handicap steeple chase for five-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 135. Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 7lb
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Moffatt (46 wins from 259 runners, 18%) runs GOT GREY
Longest Traveller: JET OF DREAMS trained by W Greatrex, Upper Lambourn, 242 miles
COUPDECOEUR(FR)
(33) 35U122- D 8 12-0
Br B g No Risk At All (FR) - Cesarine Palace (FR) Conor O’Farrell J
O Mr John Burnett Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Mr J. Gallorini & Mr C. Gallorini-Berger J & J Burnett Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Returned to his best when a wide-margin winner of 4-runner event at Sedgefield in February. Maintained form since with runner-up finishes at Carlisle and Perth. Looks sure to give another good account. TFR####! BHA127
2
SIRTIVO(FR)
(9) 132P1-4 CD
Br B g Deportivo - Miss Possibility (USA)
O Mrs J. A. Ashley
B Mr Christophe Jouandou
12 11-10
Sean Bowen J
Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall T
TIMEFORMVIEWWonthisracelastyearfroma6Iblowermarkandlandeda4-runnereventatWetherbyintheautumn.Betterforrunwhenfourth at Bangor (17f, good to soft) on return 9 days ago. Looks an obvious pace angle and should be primed for this. TFR##### BHA123
JETOFDREAMS(IRE)
(2) 41304-F
Br B g Jet Away - Lady J D (IRE)
8 11-2
James Bowen J
O The Stewkley Shindiggers Partnership Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T
B James Devereux Warren Greatrex Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Registered a fifth career victory over fences at Sedgefield in September Respectable effort in handicap hurdle at Stratford last month but fell at the first back chasing at Bangor on Saturday. TFR###!! BHA115 4
GOTGREY(FR)
(218) 6/41426- D
Br Gr g Outstrip - Lovely Best (FR)
7 10-13
Leah Noreci (10) J
O The Running In Rail Partnership James Moffatt, Cartmel T
B S.C.E.A. Haras de Treli Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWMadeawinningstartoverfencesatWorcesterlastsummer Failedtobeatarivalinhisnext3startsbuthadhisshareof excuses Notseen since last autumn andsubsequently sold from Dan Skelton for £10,000. Representsa yardthat does wellwith runners here TFR###!! BHA112
DECLARED RUNNERS 4
2025: SIR TIVO (FR) 11 11 7 Sean Bowen 9-2 (Gary Hanmer) 6 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 3.
Probable S.P’s: 5-6 Coup de Coeur (FR), 4-1 Sir Tivo (FR), 9-2 Jet of Dreams (IRE), 12-1 Got Grey (FR)
SIR TIVO should strip fitter for his recent run and can take advantage from the front in this small field. The in-form Coup de Coeur makes most appeal to complete the forecast.
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SEVENTH RACE | 5.11
THE WARRIOR DOWN HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE
(CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
for five yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £13425
RACE
Race Description This two miles and five furlongs handicap steeple chase has been designed for five-year-olds and upwards which are rated from 0 to 135. In most National Hunt handicaps, there is a minimum weight of 10st so any horse whose official rating would allocate them less than that still has to shoulder that burden. The horses that fall into this category are said to be racing from ‘out of the handicap’ – usually a distinct disadvantage.
Leading course trainer (20-25): B Haslam (21 wins from 115 runners, 18%) runs ARTHUR’S QUAY
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (11 wins from 27 runners, 41%) runs PONY SOPRANO
Weightwatcher: ARTHUR’S QUAY won off a handicap mark of 118, his rating is now down 5lb to 113.
Longest Traveller: POUR LES FILLES trained by M Bowen, Haverfordwest, 262 miles.
Owners Prize Money 1st £5422, 2nd £2711, 3rd £1356, 4th £678, 5th £338. (Penalty Value £7089.73) no horse age
1
POURLESFILLES(GB)
2
(45) 0P1P50- 8 12-0
Br B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Ravello Bay
Sean Bowen J O Steve & Jackie Fleetham Mickey Bowen, Haverfordwest T
B R. D. & Mrs J. S. Chugg Fairplay Exchange S
TIMEFORMVIEWWonatthefirsttimeof askingoverfencesatFfosLasinJanuary.HeldbackbyinexperiencewhenwellheldinTophamHandicapChase at Aintree (21f, good to soft) in April. Cheekpieces back on. Back down in class but needs to brush up on his jumping TFR###!! BHA130
PONYSOPRANO(IRE)
(23) 0/3533-1 D 7 11-8
Br B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Milanese Queen
O Mr Stephen Bough
Harry Skelton J
Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORMVIEWInfirst-timetonguestrapandcheekpieces,careerbestwhenwinning8-runnerhandicapchaseatUttoxeter(21f,good,5/2) 23 days ago. Up 7 Ib for that success and chance is there for all to see for powerful connections. TFR##### BHA124
(35) 63D/146-
Br B g Jack Hobbs - Thankyou Very Much
7 11-5
Derek Fox J
O Mr R. Gibbons Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T
B Robert Gibbons Edinburgh Real Ale Limited, Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Finished alone on chasing debut at Wetherby in October Sixth of 8 in handicap chase (9/1) at Kelso (2 3/4m, good) 35 days ago. Cheekpieces on for the first time and needs more to feature TFR##!!! BHA121
ARTHUR’SQUAY(IRE)
(69) 542336- CD 12 10-11
Br B g Beat Hollow - Bannow Girl (IRE)
O Mr John P. McManus
B Mr Jonathan Deacon
Richie McLernon J
Ben Haslam, Middleham T
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who won at Newcastle in February 2025. Went close to another victory there in October but has been below par since Might need this, but is a well treated C&D winner and can’t be fully ruled out. TFR####! BHA113 5
2025: CHARLIE UBERALLES 9 11 10 Henry Brooke 4-1 (Dianne Sayer) 6 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3, 4.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2.
Stewards Note:
OLD GREGORIAN: Following its run on 20/4/2026 it was reported that the horse did not jump fluently
Probable S.P’s: 8-13 Pony Soprano (IRE), 6-1 Old Gregorian (GB), 17-2 Arthur’s Quay (IRE), 9-1 Pour Les Filles (GB), 18-1 Sean Og (IRE)
It’s hard to ignore the claims of PONY SOPRANO and he gets the nod to follow up his recent success The veteran Arthur’s Quay has dropped to a handy mark and can chase him home
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2026 FIXTURES
SATURDAY 23RD MAY
Cartmel Comes Alive
MONDAY 25TH MAY
25TH
Cartmel Gathering
WEDNESDAY 27TH MAY
Sunset & Silks
Sunset
FRIDAY 26TH JUNE
Riot at the Races - Kaiser Chiefs
SUNDAY 28TH JUNE
June Sunday
SATURDAY 18TH JULY
Ladies Day
MONDAY 20TH JULY
July Monday
SATURDAY 29TH AUGUST
IDAY JUNE AUGUST
Cartmel Cup Day
MONDAY 31ST AUGUST
August Monday Season Finale CODE BELOW
RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 1.38 - THE HADWINS MARES’ NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5446 to the winning horse The second to receive £2509, the third £1254 and the fourth £628. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won more than two hurdle races Enter by noon, May 19th and pay £22 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 23rd. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 10lb; 5-y-o and up 11st 2lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb A memento will be awarded to the winning Owner, Trainer and Jockey. In addition, A £50 cash prize will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 14 entries at £22. - Closed May 19th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £4173; Second £2087; Third £1043; Fourth £522. (Penalty Value £5446)
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.13 - THE JOHNNY & TONY CONNELL MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3642 to the winning horse The second to receive £1674, the third £837, the fourth £418, the fifth £209 and the sixth £104. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, May 19th and pay £14 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 23rd. Penalties, after May 16th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb A memento will be awarded to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 17 entries at £14. - Closed May 19th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2783; Second £1391; Third £696; Fourth £348; Fifth £174; Sixth £87. (Penalty Value £3642.10)
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.48 - THE JOHNNY & TONY CONNELL MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3642 to the winning horse The second to receive £1674, the third £837, the fourth £418, the fifth £209 and the sixth £104. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100. Enter by noon, May 19th and pay £14 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 23rd. Penalties, after May 16th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb A memento will be awarded to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 17 entries at £14. - Closed May 19th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £2783; Second £1391; Third £696; Fourth £348; Fifth £174; Sixth £87. (Penalty Value £3642.10)
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.23 - THE RF MILLER & CO HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £15661 to the winning horse The second to receive £7199, the third £3599, the fourth £1799, the fifth £899 and the sixth £448. for four yrs old and upwards £120 stake if the horse is rated 125 or higher, or £24 stake if the horse is rated 124 or lower with £96 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 23rd. Penalties, after May 16th, 2026, for each hurdle race won 7lb Cartmel Races has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition a £50 cash prize will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race PLEASE NOTE: A novice or juvenile horse shall only be qualified to run in this race if it has run a minimum of four times in Hurdle races in Great Britain, Ireland or France in accordance with paragraph 15 of the Weights and Handicapping Code 18 entries, 6 at £24 and 12 at £120. - Closed May 19th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £11965; Second £5981; Third £2992; Fourth £1496; Fifth £746; Sixth £373. (Penalty Value £15661.03) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 3.58 - THE HUGH CAVENDISH VETERANS’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £8185 to the winning horse The second to receive £3766, the third £1883, the fourth £942 and the fifth £469. for ten yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £56 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 23rd. Penalties, after May 16th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb A memento will be awarded to the winning owner, jockey and trainer A perpetual trophy will also be awarded to the winning owner In addition, a £50 cash prize will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 9 entries at £56. - Closed May 19th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £6260; Second £3129; Third £1566; Fourth £783; Fifth £391. (Penalty Value £8185.55) Weights raised 6lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.36 - THE MOLSON COORS HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6985 to the winning horse The second to receive £3211, the third £1605 and the fourth £802. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-135 (also open to such horses rated 136 and 137 - see Standard Conditions). £49 stake if the horse is rated 109 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 108 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 23rd. Penalties, after May 16th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb A memento will be awarded to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and a £50 cash prize will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 10 entries at £49. - Closed May 19th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £5336; Second £2668; Third £1334; Fourth £667. (Penalty Value £6985.02) Weights raised 5lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 25 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.11 - THE WARRIOR DOWN HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7089 to the winning horse The second to receive £3262, the third £1631, the fourth £816 and the fifth £406. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £43 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £35 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 23rd. Penalties, after May 16th, 2026, for each steeple chase won 7lb A memento will be awarded to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a £50 cash prize will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 10 entries at £43. - Closed May 19th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5422; Second £2711; Third £1356; Fourth £678; Fifth £338. (Penalty Value £7089.73)
