Chelmsford City Racecard - Thursday 16th February

Evening Racing

Thursday 16th February 2023

Welcome Back, Oisin

This evening, we are delighted to welcome back Oisin Murphy to race riding. His brilliance in the saddle has been lighting up racecourses since he was crowned champion apprentice in 2014. Recognition quickly followed when, in 2016, he was appointed first jockey to the powerful Qatar Racing; then, in 2017, he rode his first Group 1 winner aboard Aclaim in the Prix de la Foret. His association with such great horses as Kameko, on whom he won the 2000 Guineas; Alcohol Free, winning the Cheveley Park Stakes, the Coronation Stakes at Royal Ascot and the Sussex Stakes; and Roaring Lion, winning the Eclipse Stakes, the Juddmonte International and the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes took his career right to the top.

In 2019, he was crowned ‘champion jockey’ for the first time, before going on to take the title for the next two years. We have missed his style, panache and determination in the saddle and hope that tonight will be the first step to another champion jockey’s title in the not-too-distant future.

Good luck, Oisin!

Neil Graham Racing Director

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Officials

Thursday 16th

February 2023

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STEWARDS

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Jockey’s Name.

Horse number on saddlecloth

Horse Name

Sire No of days since last race

7 PARK LANE DANCER (IRE) (11)

Br Br g Elzaam (AUS) - Greatest Dancer (IRE) (Iffraaj)

O Simon Mulvany & Partner

B Ballyhane Stud

Owner(s) colours and graphic

If there is a number next to the name, this indicates that the jockey can claim that amount in weight (lbs) off the stated riding weight

4 9-2 (1)

Paul Hanagan J

John Quinn, Malton T

JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Foaled April 20 €15,000 yearling, Elzaam gelding. Half-brother to winner up to 6f Capla Dancer

Dam,2-y-o6fwinner,half-sistertosmartwinnerupto8.3fDonncha.

Owner(s)

Colour and sex of horse

B = Bay

Br = Brown

Ch = Chesnut

Gr = Grey

Ro = Roan

c = colt

h = horse

g = gelding

f = filly

m = mare

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS

TFRHHIII BHA-

The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability.

The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).

The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.

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First Race 5.30

THE FAIRWOOD BRASSERIE APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9650

Owners Prize Money 1st £3984, 2nd £1993, 3rd £996, 4th £498, 5th £249 (Penalty Value £5050.80) Weights lowered 2lb.

CITY SELECTIONS

Working on the theory that a change of scenery has perked his interest, BENEFICIARY is an interesting candidate for a race such as this and it would be no surprise to see him get off to a flyer for his new yard. The four-year-old is versatile regarding sprint trips and, after going close in first-time blinkers (retained) over 6f at Newcastle last month, dropping back to the minimum distance could prove ideal. Porfin and Frisky complete the shortlist.

Leading course trainer (17-22): M Appleby (77 wins from 629 runners, 12%) runs EXPERT OPINION

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Appleby (8 wins from 48 runners, 17%) runs EXPERT OPINION

Longest Traveller: BENEFICIARY trained by L Bailey, Middleham, 230 miles.

no horse

1 BERT KIBBLER (GB) (27) 303/11-0 D

Br B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Annie Beach (IRE)

O Mrs D. Dalby & Harrowgate Bloodstock Ltd

B Mrs S. C. Barron

TIMEFORM VIEW Two wins from 2 starts last year. Off 12 months off, too free when last of 9 in handicap

atNewcastle(5f)27daysago.Makespolytrackdebut.Thisrunshouldrevealmore.

2 PORFIN (IRE) (6) 412-300 D

Br B g Belardo (IRE) - Tropical Mist (IRE)

O Mr Trevor Johnson

B Denis McDonnell

TIMEFORM VIEW Four wins from 30 runs last year 7/1, not ideally placed from widest draw when eighth of 14 inhandicapatSouthwell(6.1f)6daysago.Capableofgettinginvolved.

3 FRISKY (GB) (20) 340-304 D

Br Ch f Bated Breath - Thrill

O Deerfield Syndicate

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited

TIMEFORMVIEW16/1,leftwithlottodowhenfourthof7inhandicapatLingfield(5f,AW)20daysago.Needstofind moretoopenheraccountinhandicaps.

4 ASTRO JAKK (IRE) (21) 0663-50 D

Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - By The Edge (IRE)

O Harraton Court Stables Ltd

B P. Hyland & C. & J. Mchale

TIMEFORMVIEW12/1andeyeshieldsonfor1sttime,wellbelowformwheneighthof10inhandicapatSouthwell(6.1f) 21daysago.Blinkersbackon.Continuestofallinweights,thoughothersmorepersuasive.

5 BENEFICIARY (GB) (25) 2145-22 D

Br B g Profitable (IRE) - La Roumegue (USA)

Feilden (3) J

O Oakfield Racing Liam Bailey, Middleham T

B La Roumegue Partnership

Business Interiors Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW 11/2 and blinkered for 1st time, ran well when second of 6 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) 25 daysago, travellingfluently MakespolytrackdebutonfirstrunforyardafterleavingK.R.Burke.Majorplayer

6 I’M MABLE (GB) (30) 1556-60 CD

5 9-5 (8)

Br B m Cable Bay (IRE) - Triskel Kaiya Fraser J

O Mr B. Neaves

Michael Attwater, Epsom T

B Killashee House Limited Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWDualC&Dwinner.However,wellheldbothstartsthisyear,lastof8inhandicapatKempton(5f,33/1) 30daysago.Hasdroppedbelowlastwinningmarkbuthasenoughtoproveatpresent.

TFRHHIII BHA63

7 EXPERT OPINION (GB) (44) 60330-6 CD 5 9-4 (6)

Br B g Worthadd (IRE) - Calypso Choir Alec Voikhansky J

O Aj Racing Michael Appleby, Oakham T

B Littleton Stud Trade Access Panels Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinner Ranpoorlyinblinkerslast2starts,sixthof8inhandicapatthiscourse(6f,5/1)44daysago. Couldbouncebackinchangeofheadgear(hoodon1sttime,cheekpiecesreapplied). TFRHHHHI BHA62

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

8 DALBY FOREST (GB) (24) 536-354 4 9-4 (1)

Br Ch g Equiano (FR) - Primrose Valley Olivia Haines (5) J

O Mr A. M. Pickering David Simcock, Newmarket T

B Alan Pickering CBE Al Basti Equiworld S

TIMEFORM VIEW 5/1, again below form when fourth of 5 in minor event at Southwell (5f) 24 days ago. Others look strongerbackinhandicapcompany

TFRHHIII BHA62

2022: CUBAN BREEZE 4 9 6 Alex Jary 13-2 (David Evans) 10 ran Hood worn first time by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 4, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Stewards Note:

I’M MABLE: Following its run on 17/1/2023 it was reported that the horse’s impetuosity made it slow away

EXPERT OPINION: Following its run on 3/1/2023 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Beneficiary (GB), 5-1 Porfin (IRE), Expert Opinion (GB), 13-2 Frisky (GB), 8-1 Bert Kibbler (GB), 17-2 Dalby Forest (GB), 9-1 Astro Jakk (IRE), 22-1 I’m Mable (GB)

In first-time blinkers, BENEFICIARY produced a good effort when runner-up at Newcastle last month and he can go one better back down in trip on his yard debut. The main danger could be Expert Opinion, who has dropped to a workable mark and now has a change of headgear, with Porfin another to consider

PLAY SMARTER

Second Race 6.00

THE WINNING CONNECTIONS NETWORKING

HANDICAP

STAKES (CLASS 5)

The first-time tongue-tie/cheekpieces combination could provide the missing link for MAGICAL MAX in his bid to end a winless drought that stretches back to July 2019 However, the six-year-old has posted several good efforts in defeat during that period and he is currently on a competitive mark. Bezzas Lad and Thismydream have both held their form well lately and are respected, while Autumn Flight is also dangerous to underestimate.

CITY SELECTIONS

MAGICAL MAX Bezzas Lad

Leading course trainer (17-22): M Appleby (77 wins from 629 runners, 12%) runs JUPITER EXPRESS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Appleby (8 wins from 48 runners, 17%) runs JUPITER EXPRESS

Longest Traveller: MUSCIKA trained by D O’Meara, Upper Helmsley, 205 miles.

Turner

B Michael Turner

TIMEFORMVIEWThreewinsatWolverhamptonfrom16runslastyear,withhislatestsuccessinAugust.In-and-outform oflate,oneoflessereffortswheneighthof10inhandicapatSouthwell(5f,20/1)62daysago.

3 MUSCIKA (GB) (9) 134-601 CD 9

Br B g Kyllachy - Miss Villefranche

O Gallop Racing I David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Dukes Stud & Overbury Stallions Ltd Gain Equine Nutrition S

TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinner 20/1,backtoformwhenwinning9-runnerhandicapatWolverhampton(6.1f)9daysago, diggingdeep.Cangiveanothergoodaccount.

4 EL HOMBRE (GB) (26) 435-126 CD

9 9-4 (1)

Br Ch g Camacho - Nigella Joanna Mason J

O Over The Moon Racing Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster T

B Mrs J. McMahon TMC Distribution Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWC&DwinnerinJanuary.9/1,notseentobesteffectwhensixthof12inhandicapatWolverhampton (6.1f)26daysago,drawnwide.Hadpreviouslybeenrunningwellsocouldbounceback. TFRHHHII BHA70

5 BEZZAS LAD (IRE) (12) 000-212 D

6 9-3 (7)

Br B g Society Rock (IRE) - Red Rosanna Alistair Rawlinson J

O KHDRP Tony Carroll, Cropthorne T

B Tally-Ho Stud Mill House Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWLatestwinatLingfield(6f,AW)inJanuary.7/1,continuedingoodformwhensecondof8inhandicap atthesameC&D12daysago.Respectedinhiscurrentmood.

6 THISMYDREAM (IRE) (24) 0344-21

TFRHHHHI BHA69

4 9-2 (5)

Br B g Camacho - Ponty Royale (IRE) Taylor Fisher (5) J

O Dare To Dream Racing Michael Attwater, Epsom T

B Ringfort Stud Ltd Daretodreamracing.Co.UK S

TIMEFORM VIEW Finally off the mark when making all in 5-runner minor event at Southwell (5f, 9/4) 24 days ago, keepingonwell.Backupintrip.Needstobuildonhislatesteffortbackinhandicapcompany

7 JUPITER EXPRESS (IRE) (29) 00-3102 BF

TFRHHHII BHA68

4 8-12 (2)

Br B g Kodiac - Spinola (FR) Oisin Murphy J

O The Horse Watchers Michael Appleby, Oakham T

B Gerry Flannery Developments Ltd Trade Access Panels Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWWinneratWolverhamptoninJanuary.5/4,quicklybacktoformwhensecondof8inhandicapatthesame course(6.1f)29daysago.Canresumewinningwayswithmoretoofferforhiscurrentconnections. TFRHHHHH BHA64

(IRE) 4 8 11 Luke Catton 13-8 (Stuart

ran Hood worn by No. 10 Blinkers worn by No. 8. Visor worn by No. 3.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 6.

Stewards Note:

AUTUMN FLIGHT: Following its run on 13/2/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Jupiter Express (IRE), 9-2 Muscika (GB), 6-1 Bezzas Lad (IRE), 13-2 Magical Max (GB),

8-1 El Hombre (GB), 10-1 Thismydream (IRE), 16-1 Autumn Flight (IRE), 18-1 Bang On The Bell (GB), Desert Boots (GB), 40-1 Mustaffiz (GB)

Having his third outing for connections, JUPITER EXPRESS turned

Third Race 6.30

THE BETSI HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

CITY SELECTIONS

Several hold solid chances here, but none appeal more than the well-handicapped GOT NO DOLLARS, who is set to race from 1lb lower than his last winning mark. While that succuss came over 6f, the Stuart Williams-trained gelding has won over this trip before and his proven effectiveness on this circuit is an added bonus. Politics and Gorak both arrive on the back of solid performances over this distance and are of interest, as is Boafo Boy

GOT NO DOLLARS

Politics

Leading course trainer (17-22): M Appleby (77 wins from 629 runners, 12%) runs POLITICS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Appleby (8 wins from 48 runners, 17%) runs POLITICS

Weightwatcher: FULL INTENTION won off a handicap mark of 78, his rating is now down 7lb to 71.

Longest Traveller: YOSHIMI trained by M Herrington, Willoughton, 151 miles.

Lingfield(7f,AW)36daysago.

5 TIPPERARY MOON (IRE) (31) 00004-4 D

Br B g Sea Moon - Rathaal (IRE)

O Mr W. P. Flynn

B W. P. Flynn

TIMEFORMVIEWRespectablefourthof10inhandicap(9/1)atWolverhampton(7.2f)31daysago,needingstrongergallop.

6 YOSHIMI (IRE) (23) 3100-05 CD

Br Gr g Dream Ahead (USA) - Dawn Dew (GER)

O Mrs Sallie LLoyd

B Ammerland Verwaltung GmbH & Co.KG

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner. Latest win here in November. 10/1, bit below form fifth of 10 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f)23daysago.

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: LEGENDE D’ART (IRE) 5 8 6 Hayley Turner 9-4 (Henry Spiller) 9 ran Hood worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 5, 7.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Politics (IRE), 9-2 Gorak (FR), 11-2 Boafo Boy (GB), 7-1 Got No Dollars (IRE), 8-1 Tipperary Moon (IRE), 12-1 Full Intention (GB), Yoshimi (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

GORAK had failed to meet market expectations on stable debut but quickly put that behind him when runner-up to an unexposed sort in this headgear at Southwell last month and is taken to go one place better off the same mark. Politics was a good second at Lingfield 2 weeks ago despite taking a strong hold, so rates the main threat ahead of top-weight Boafo Boy

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GORAK (FR) 2.POLITICS (IRE) 3.BOAFO BOY RACE

Position of Stalls

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Fourth Race 7.00

THE RACING WELFARE

CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS

6)

CITY SELECTIONS

CLOSENESS has done well since joining new connections and she must hold every chance if building upon the narrowest of defeats at Kempton last time. She can break her maiden tag at the 13th time of asking, with dual C&D winner Crazy Spin and Tony Carroll’s Forbearing looking best placed to chase her home. Completing the shortlist are Chloellie, Red Evelyn and The Game Of Life.

CLOSENESS

Forbearing

Leading course trainer (17-22): M Appleby (77 wins from 629 runners, 12%) runs CAZEVA PRINCESS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Appleby (8 wins from 48 runners, 17%) runs CAZEVA PRINCESS

Longest Traveller: WESTERN MELODY trained by M Hammond, Middleham, 230 miles.

3 CAZEVA PRINCESS (GB) (26) 040-000

Br B m Equiano (FR) - Enford Princess

O Mr C. A. Blyth Michael Appleby, Oakham T

B Mr C A. Blyth TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2021 50/1, tenth of 11 in minor event at Southwell (6.1f) 26 days ago.

4 CHLOELLIE (GB) (19) 500-420 C 8 9-2 (1)

Br B m Delegator - Caramelita Phil Dennis J

O All Weather Racing Club J. R. Jenkins, Royston T

B Mrs Wendy Jenkins

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest mare. Course winner Thirty four runs since last win in 2020 11/1, eleventh of 13 in minor eventatKempton(7f)19daysago.

5 CLOSENESS (GB) (15) 000/0-32

5 9-2 (2)

Br B m Iffraaj - Pack Together Kieran Shoemark J

O Mr Lee David New Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn T

B The Queen David New Scaffolding Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Modest mare. Good second of 9 in minor event at Kempton (8f, 7/2) 15 days ago. Expected to be bangthere.

6 CRAZY SPIN (GB) (16) 614-050 CD

HHHHH BHA49

7 9-2 (10)

Br B m Epaulette (AUS) - George’s Gift Kieran O’Neill J

O Mr Nigel Sennett Ivan Furtado, Newark T

B Mrs A. Shone

TIMEFORMVIEWModestmare.C&Dwinner.Seventhof11inhandicap(7/1)atSouthwell(8.1f)16daysago.

7 FLOATS ON AIR (GB) (23) 0000-30

TFRHHHII BHA48

4 9-2 (3)

Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Almaviva (IRE) Jason Watson J

O Amazing Racing Ivan Furtado, Newark T

B David Allan

TIMEFORMVIEW0/1,lastof12inminoreventatSouthwell(7.1f)23daysago.Blinkerson1sttime.

TFRHHIII BHA43

Modest mare. One win from 26 Flat runs. Twenty three runs since last win

ago. Makes polytrack debut.Cheekpieceson1sttime. TFRHHIII BHA42

DECLARED RUNNERS 15 2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE

Blinkers worn first time by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 15 Hood worn by No. 3.

Blinkers worn by No. 1, 10, 11, 12 Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7, 13

Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 9. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8, 13 Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 13

Stewards Note:

AL TARMAAH: Following its run on 10/3/2022 it was reported that the horse ran too freely

GOOD HUMOR: Following its run on 3/2/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered by a loose runner

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Closeness (GB), 5-1 Forbearing (IRE), 7-1 Crazy Spin (GB), 9-1 Red Evelyn (GB), 16-1 Chloellie (GB), Good Humor (GB), Somedayonedaynever (IRE), Vertical (GB), 18-1 The Game of Life (GB), 25-1 Western Melody (IRE), 33-1 Book of Verse (USA), 40-1 Floats On Air (GB), 50-1 Al Tarmaah (IRE), Cazeva Princess (GB), Hammock (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

CLOSENESS came agonisingly close to breaking her duck in a similar event at Kempton 2 weeks ago and is fancied to make amends on what is only her third start for this yard. Forbearing lost out in a 3-way photo there 8 days ago so looks the obvious threat, while Vertical has a chance on these terms if dropping the bit.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CLOSENESS 2.FORBEARING (IRE) 3.VERTICAL

Fifth Race 7.30

THE LADIES DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7650 Owners

1st £3159, 2nd £1580, 3rd £789, 4th £395, 5th £197 (Penalty Value £4004)

CITY SELECTIONS

HENRY THE FIFTH has been knocking on the door of late and this looks like as good an opportunity as any to regain the winning thread. The five-year-old is now 3lb lower than when scoring at Yarmouth last May and he may have too much for Bird For Life (second) and Reset Button (third), who were separated by less than a length at Southwell in December. Boundsy Boy and Global Wonder cannot be underestimated either

HENRY THE FIFTH

Leading course trainer (17-22): J Osborne (23 wins from 209 runners, 11%) runs HUSCARI

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Carroll (4 wins from 47 runners, 9%) runs PROUD WARRIOR

Longest Traveller: KING CHARLES trained by B J Llewellyn, Bargoed, 213 miles.

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden over hurdles who ran to a similar level when fourth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (16.6f,17/2)20daysago,wellpositioned.Eased1lbsubsequentlyandhe’saneach-wayplayer

3 KING CHARLES (USA) (14) 14003-0

Br B g Lemon Drop Kid (USA) - La Reine Lionne (USA)

O SIMON & NEIL RACING Bernard

B Bonne Chance Farm LLC

TIMEFORMVIEWLatestwinatAyr(13f)inAugust.Notatbestwhenseventhof13inhandicapatSouthwell(16.5f,17/2) 14daysago,merelypassingbeatenrivals.Still,notoutofthingsonbalance.

4 HUSCARI (IRE) (40) 000/-0

Br Gr f Caravaggio (USA) - Greatest Place (IRE)

O Mrs H Allanson and Partners Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn T

B Greatest Place Syndicate Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Ninth of 12 in handicap at Lingfield (12f, AW, 33/1) 40 days ago, merely passing beatenrivals.Thatwasherfirststartfor15monthsandthisoughttorevealmoreupsignificantlyintrip.

5 GLOBAL WONDER (IRE) (499) 36/0441/- 8 9-6 (10)

Br B g Kodiac - Traveller’s Tales Aiden Brookes (5) J

O The Global Wonder Partnership Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes T

B Gervin Creaner

TIMEFORMVIEWFlat/hurdleswinner,successfulinlattersphereatPlumpton(15.9f)lastJanuary.Racedinsnatchesandnever landedablowbackatthatvenueinMarchandmarketbestguidereturningfrom11monthsoffnow TFRHHHII BHA52

6 HENRY THE FIFTH (IRE) (41) 30334-3

5 9-5 (5)

Br Ch g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Vincennes William Carson J

O Lady E. Oshea Anthony Carson, Newmarket T

B Godolphin Raising The Standards S

TIMEFORMVIEWJusttheonewinfrom22startsinthissphere,butholdingformwellonAWthiswinter,thirdin8-runnerKemptonhandicap (2m)inJanuary.Neverafactorswitchedtohurdlinglatestbutbettershowinganticipatedreturnedtothelevel. TFRHHHHI BHA51

7 RESET BUTTON (GB) (44) 60023-0 BF

Br B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - Reset City

O Mr R. S. Brookhouse

5 9-4 (8)

Sean Levey J

B F Brookhouse, Newmarket T

B Mr R. S. Brookhouse Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWSolidstartforpresentyardwhenplacedinhandicapshere/SouthwellinDecember Camehomelastof7inaC&D eventlatestbutthatwasamuddlingaffairandbettershowinganticipatedwithcheekpiecesrefittedhere

HHHHH BHA50

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in varied events, including in first-time visor at Kempton (11f) back

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden on Flat. 250/1, ninth of 11 in maiden at

TIMEFORM

on for 1st time, seventh of 13 in handicap at

weakeningfinal1f.Significantlyupintrip.

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Blinkers worn by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 6, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 6, 7, 12

Stewards Note:

GLOBAL WONDER: Following its run on 14/3/2022 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

RESET BUTTON: Following its run on 3/1/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Reset Button (GB), 13-2 Bird For Life (GB), Henry The Fifth (IRE), 7-1 Boundsy Boy (GB), 8-1 King Charles (USA), Global Wonder (IRE), 14-1 All About Alice (IRE), 16-1 Affair (GB), 18-1 Solar Queen (GB), 22-1 Huscari (IRE), 40-1 Amerighi (IRE), 50-1 Proud Warrior (IRE)

RESET BUTTON was below form on his latest start over C&D in January but that was a muddling affair and, having made a solid start for his new yard previously, he could be worth chancing to come out on top with cheekpieces refitted. King Charles, Henry The Fifth and Bird For Life are others expected to be in the mix.

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Sixth Race 8.00

THE MINISTRY OF SOUND

HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7650

Owners Prize Money 1st £3159, 2nd £1580, 3rd £789, 4th £395, 5th £197 (Penalty Value £4004)

CITY SELECTIONS

THE BAY WARRIOR was narrowly denied in a 0-80 contest over C&D two weeks ago and Mark Usher’s charge is fancied to go one better in these calmer waters. Engrave has been in good form recently and, given that she remains well treated from a mark of 59, the daughter of Dark Angel needs to be taken seriously. Connections opt to fit a first-time eye-shield on Kardinya and if that can help him focus, he ought to be thereabouts.

THE BAY WARRIOR Engrave

Leading course trainer (17-22): M Appleby (77 wins from 629 runners, 12%) runs KARDINYA

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Appleby (8 wins from 48 runners, 17%) runs KARDINYA

Weightwatcher: ENGRAVE won off a handicap mark of 64, her rating is now down 5lb to 59.

Longest Traveller: YAKHABAR trained by L Bailey, Middleham, 230 miles.

B g Ulysses (IRE) - End of An Era (IRE)

Park Racing Limited

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden who failed to improve sent handicapping when always behind in 6-runner contest at Wolverhampton(8.6f)4weeksago.Cheekpiecesonfor1sttime.

2 STAR FROM AFARHH (GB) (13) 0004-40

Br B f Farhh - Tears of The Sun Ross Coakley J

O Dr Bridget Drew & Partners

B Mildmay Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Had edged down the weights and wasn’t seen to best effect when seventh of 10 in handicap at Lingfield(10f,AW)13daysago,leftpoorlyplaced.Cheekpiecesonfor1sttime.

3 THE BAY WARRIOR (IRE) (14) 1042-42 CD

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5 9-8 (6)

Br B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Fraulein Rose Dawes (7) J

O Andy & Lizzie Cova Mark Usher, Lambourn T

B Diomed Bloodstock Ltd Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinnerwhoranuptohisbestwhensecondin6-runnerC&Dhandicap14daysago,edgedout onlylateonhavinghadtherunoftherace.Shortlistmaterial.

4 KARDINYA (IRE) (3) 221-040 4

Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Sapphire Diva (IRE)

O B & M Pallets Ltd

B Kevin & Meta Cullen

Rawlinson J

Appleby, Oakham T

& M Pallets Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWWinneratWolverhamptoninDecember 8/1,respectableseventhof13inhandicapatWolverhampton(8.6f)3daysago, unabletosustaineffort.Eyeshieldsonfor1sttimeandneedstoraisehisgameifhe’stodefyhiscurrentmark. TFRHHHII BHA63

5 KELLS (IRE) (12) 0300-50

6 9-6 (5)

Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Christmas Kid (USA) Clifford Lee J

O Lycett Racing Ltd Tony Carroll, Cropthorne T

B Coolmore Wastecom Nrg Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWRemainsamaidenafter20Flatruns,thoughisbestnotjudgedonhislatestrunatLingfield(10f,AW,25/1) 12daysago,doingtoomuchtoosoon.Tonguestraponfor1sttime.

6 PILLARS OF EARTH (GB) (29) 55144-5 CD

Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Aliena (IRE)

O Four Winds Racing Partnership

B Wood Farm Stud & Newsells Park Stud

TFRHHHII BHA62

6 9-5 (8)

Jack Mitchell J

Denis Quinn, Exning T

TIMEFORMVIEWC&DwinnerwhoshapedasifneedingtherunonfirstoutingsinceleavingWilliamStoneafter7monthsoffwhenfifthof8 inhandicap(14/1)atWolverhampton(9.5f)29daysago,faredfinal1f.Notdismissedwiththatunderhisbelt.

7 ENGRAVE (GB) (6) 002-012 CD

TFRHHHHI BHA61

7 9-3 (3)

Br Gr m Dark Angel (IRE) - Hot Wired Dylan Hogan J

O Newmarket Equine Tours Racing Club Julia Feilden, Newmarket T

B Jane Allison Vaillant UK S

TIMEFORMVIEW5-timeC&DwinnerwhoreturnedtowinningwaysatNewcastleinJanuary.Ranwellfollowingasmall riseintheweightswhenrunner-upoverC&Dlastweekandshouldremaincompetitive. TFRHHHHI BHA59

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

8

BOASTY (IRE) (29) 3346-04 CD 6 9-2 (7)

Br B g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Caffe Latte (IRE) Kieran O’Neill J

O Daniel MacAuliffe & Anoj Don Ivan Furtado, Newark T

B Tally-Ho Stud CLASS1PERSONNEL S

TIMEFORMVIEW C&Dwinner whosteppeduponhisreappearance whenfourthof8 inhandicapatWolverhampton (9.5f)29daysago.

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Eyeshields worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1, 2. Blinkers worn by No. 4.

Visor worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 7.

TFRHHHII BHA58

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE

Stewards Note: KELLS: Following its run on 4/2/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely early-on.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 The Bay Warrior (IRE), 7-2 Engrave (GB), 7-1 Kardinya (IRE), 15-2 Pillars of Earth (GB), 8-1 Star From Afarhh (GB), 17-2 Boasty (IRE), 18-1 Kells (IRE), 22-1 Yakhabar (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

THE BAY WARRIOR was edged out only late on over C&D 2 weeks ago and, for all he had an easy time of things up in front, it was still a career best and a reproduction of that form could be good enough to see him go one better here Engrave did well to stick in there for as long as she did over C&D last week having pulled hard early, so she’s respected, along with Pillars of Earth, who should be all the better for his reappearance.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.THE BAY WARRIOR (IRE) 2.ENGRAVE 3.PILLARS OF EARTH

RACE RESULT TIME:

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Smart dress is encouraged for both restaurants Gentlemen are required to wear a collared shirt, jacket and tie in the Club Restaurant & Lounge If the appropriate clothing is not worn you will be asked to leave the enclosure. In the Fairwood restaurant, smart casual attire is acceptable, no trainers are permitted.

Casual wear is permitted within the Sports Bar but we ask you to refrain from wearing club replica shirts at Chelmsford City Racecourse Shirts must be worn at all times.

Tailored shorts are acceptable for general admission only, but no shorts are to be worn within the hospitality areas. No sports shorts or flip flops are permitted, along with no team shirts.

Seventh Race 8.30

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CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6)

CITY SELECTIONS

It looks best to side with SICARIO, who arrives in search of his hat-trick having notched back-to-back successes at Wolverhampton and Southwell. Michael Appleby’s gelding must concede weight to all of his rivals, but that might not stop him. Sausalito failed to land a blow having been well supported on his return from an absence at Southwell two weeks ago, but a first-time visor could hold the key. Glencoe Boy is another to consider SICARIO Sausalito

Leading course trainer (17-22): M Appleby (77 wins from 629 runners, 12%) runs SICARIO

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Appleby (8 wins from 48 runners, 17%) runs SICARIO

Longest Traveller: ODD VENTURE trained by M Hammond, Middleham, 230 miles.

4

ICON (GB) (28) 0006-00

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O Recycled Products Limited

Thomas G N. Burrage

5 FAST FLO (GB) (12) 00-0044

at Kempton (8f, 8/1) 12

HHIII BHA40

4 9-9 (5)

Br B f Garswood - College Doll Kieran O’Neill J

O Mrs Christine Dunnett Christine Dunnett, Norwich T

B Mrs Christine Dunnett Christine Dunnett Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest filly Creditable fourth of 13 in handicap at Kempton (8f, 33/1) 12 days ago, slowly away Upintrip.Worthyofconsideration.

6 GLENCOE BOY (IRE) (19) 4260-04

Br B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Eastern Appeal (IRE)

O Mrs Anne Cowley

B Glashare House Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWPoorgelding.Remainsamaidenafter28Flatruns.Fourthof7inminorevent(22/1)atLingfield(10f,AW) 19daysago.Notdiscounted.

7 JEANETTE MAY (GB) (44) 04660-0 D 7

Br B m Dick Turpin (IRE) - Clock Opera (IRE)

O Mr Shane Fairweather & Dr C Scott William Stone, West Wickham

B Caroline Scott & Shane Fairweather

8

ODD VENTURE (IRE) (143) 2640/00- D 6 9-9 (6)

Br B g Epaulette (AUS) - Homegrown (IRE) Aiden Brookes (5) J

O OAKWOOD RACING Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Acorn Stud Micky Hammond Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 24 Flat runs. 33/1, thirteenth of 14 in handicap at Down Royal (10.3f, good to soft). Off143days.FirstrunforyardafterleavingR.K.Watson.

9 SAUSALITO (GB) (14) 0/0000-0 BF 4 9-9 (7)

Br B g Frankel - One Last Dance (AUS) Tom Queally J

O The Southstand Syndicate Gary Moore, Horsham T

B Fairway Thoroughbreds K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on for 1st time, seventh of 9 in minor event at Southwell (12.1f, 11/4) 14 days ago. Visoredfor1sttime.Needsheadgeartoperkhimup.

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE

Visor worn first time by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Hood, Blinkers worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

Stewards Note:

SAUSALITO: Following its run on 2/2/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Probable S.P’s: 4-5 Sicario (IRE), 6-1 Sausalito (GB), 12-1 Bold And Loyal (GB), 16-1 Fast Flo (GB), Glencoe Boy (IRE), 28-1 Jeanette May (GB), 33-1 Ascraeus (GB), Odd Venture (IRE), 50-1 Dark Icon (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

SICARIO arrives on the back of a success at Southwell and should be able to go in again in a weak race. Fast Flo could pose the main threat unless Sausalito bounces back.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SICARIO (IRE) 2.FAST FLO 3.SAUSALITO

RACE RESULT TIME: DISTANCE:

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It is essential and a requirement that you follow their instructions. If you are able please take your belongings with you and proceed as directed out of the area as quickly and quietly as possible. These are just precautionary notes and we trust the procedures will not be required. However, please remember in the event of a partial or total evacuation of your area to:

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No dogs are allowed anywhere on the racecourse, with the exception of Assistance Dogs.

DRESS CODE

Smart dress is encouraged for both restaurants. Gentlemen are required to wear a collared shirt, jacket and tie in the Club Restaurant & Lounge. If the appropriate clothing is not worn you will be asked to leave the enclosure.

In the Fairwood Brasserie, smart casual attire is acceptable, no trainers are permitted. Casual wear is permitted within the Sports Bar but we ask you to refrain from wearing club replica shirts at Chelmsford City Racecourse. Shirts must be worn at all times. Tailored shorts are acceptable for general admission only, but no shorts are to be worn within the hospitality areas. No sports shorts or flip flops are permitted, along with no team shirts.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

In the event of an incident occurring which necessitates the partial or total evacuation of any area of the racecourse, announcements will be broadcast over the public address system. Our staff, aided by the uniformed security will implement the carefully planned evacuation procedures and undertake the responsibility of ushering you to a place of safety. It is essential and a requirement that you follow their instructions. If you are able please take your belongings with you and proceed as directed out of the area as quickly and quietly as possible. These are just precautionary notes and we trust the procedures will not be required. However, please remember in the event of a partial or total evacuation of your area to:

IF ABLE, TAKE YOUR BELONGINGS WITH YOU AND PROCEED AS DIRECTED QUICKLY AND QUIETLY OUT OF THE AREA

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TERMS & CONDITIONS

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Race Conditions

First Race 5.30 - THE FAIRWOOD BRASSERIE APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5050 to the winning horse The second to receive £2370, the third £1184, the fourth £592 and the fifth £295. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72; such horses rated 50 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 10st Penalties, after February 4th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. To be ridden by Apprentice Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 52 of the Weights and Handicapping Code who, prior to February 13th, 2023, have not ridden more than 25 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority Allowances: Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden any such winner 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). Chelmsford City Racecourse will award a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race 12 entries, 0 at £9 and 12 at £45. - Closed February 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3984; Second £1993; Third £996; Fourth £498; Fifth £249. (Penalty Value £5050.80) Weights lowered 2lb. A SS

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Second Race 6.00 - THE WINNING CONNECTIONS NETWORKING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5050 to the winning horse The second to receive £2370, the third £1184, the fourth £592 and the fifth £295. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after February 4th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Chelmsford City Racecourse will award a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race 15 entries at £45. - Closed February 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3984; Second £1993; Third £996; Fourth £498; Fifth £249. (Penalty Value £5050.80) SS

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 6.30 - THE BETSI HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5050 to the winning horse The second to receive £2370, the third £1184, the fourth £592 and the fifth £295. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after February 4th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Chelmsford City Racecourse will award a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race 14 entries at £45. - Closed February 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3984; Second £1993; Third £996; Fourth £498; Fifth £249. (Penalty Value £5050.80) SS

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 7.00 - THE RACING WELFARE CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4004 to the winning horse The second to receive £1878, the third £938, the fourth £469 and the fifth £234. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-50. Enter by noon, February 10th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th.

Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, after February 4th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above. Chelmsford City Racecourse will award a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race ELIMINATION: Protection from elimination will operate in the following order Horses which, in the opinion of the Handicapper, have the highest Handicap Rating based on races run up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, except that horses which have run fewer than seven times in a Flat race will be given priority. Random balloting will apply where horses have identical Handicap Ratings. (In the case of horses which have raced fewer than 7 times, no preference will be given to those with the least number of runs. Those with the highest handicap rating will be given preference). 19 entries at £35. - Closed February 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3159; Second £1580; Third £789; Fourth £395; Fifth £197. (Penalty Value £4004) SS

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 7.30 - THE LADIES DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4004 to the winning horse The second to receive £1878, the third £938, the fourth £469 and the fifth £234. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 56 and 57; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st; 4-y-o 8st 10lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 4-y-o 9st 5lb Penalties, after February 4th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Chelmsford City Racecourse will award a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race 16 entries at £35. - Closed February 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3159; Second £1580; Third £789; Fourth £395; Fifth £197. (Penalty Value £4004) SS

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Sixth Race 8.00 - THE MINISTRY OF SOUND HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4004 to the winning horse The second to receive £1878, the third £938, the fourth £469 and the fifth £234. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 66 and 67; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligiblesee Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after February 4th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Chelmsford City Racecourse will award a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race 13 entries at £35. - Closed February 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3159; Second £1580; Third £789; Fourth £395; Fifth £197. (Penalty Value £4004) SS

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 8.30 - THE chelmsfordcityracecourse.com

CLASSIFIED STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3113 to the winning horse The second to receive £1461, the third £729, the fourth £365 and the fifth £182. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-50. Enter by noon, February 10th and pay £26 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. February 14th. Weights: 9st 9lb each Penalties, after February 4th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above. Chelmsford City Racecourse will award a £50 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race ELIMINATION: Protection from elimination will operate in the following order Horses which, in the opinion of the Handicapper, have the highest Handicap Rating based on races run up to and including the Saturday prior to closing, except that horses which have run fewer than seven times in a Flat race will be given priority. Random balloting will apply where horses have identical Handicap Ratings. (In the case of horses which have raced fewer than 7 times, no preference will be given to those with the least number of runs. Those with the highest handicap rating will be given preference). 17 entries at £26. - Closed February 10th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2456; Second £1228; Third £614; Fourth £307; Fifth £153. (Penalty Value £3113.71) SS

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Fixtures 2023