Chelmsford City Racecard - Saturday 11th March

Welcome to Chelmsford City Racecourse

We have a competitive seven-race card for you this evening with our feature race at 6.30pm, The £25,000 Betsi Handicap, looking very open. There are ten runners with four of them being course and distance winners but Tiger Crusade gets the nod from me, as he has run well here in the past and has been in terrific form so far this year.

Tonight’s card consists of six handicaps plus a novice contest at 6.00pm with nine runners. The object of both maiden and novice races is to give horses racecourse experience, whilst also allowing the BHA handicapper the opportunity to estimate their likely level of ability before he has to give them a rating, at which time they become eligible to run in handicaps. Winners of a race can run in a novice race, although they have to carry a 7lbs penalty; however, none of tonight’s runners have won a race, so it is in reality a maiden race.

It is often worth paying a visit to the paddock before a maiden or novice race to look at the horses and assess their physical appearance, as there is usually limited racecourse form on which to base an opinion.

Good luck and I hope you have an enjoyable evening.

Neil Graham Racing Director

For more information about any of our upcoming events please visit chelmsfordcityracecourse.com or call the office on 01245 360300.

Officials

Saturday 11th March

2023 RACEDAY OFFICIALS

CHIEF STEWARD

Gordan Markham

STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR

Sarah Ellison

STEWARDS

Ben Ford, Steve Drowne, Polly Greco

STARTERS

Steven Avis, Wayne Hutchinson

JUDGE

Paul Champion

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Claudia Marelli

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Sarah Duncan, Louise Sheridan, John Bramhill

VETERINARY OFFICER

Sally Bate

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr Ross Worthington

Dr Fiona Virgo

VETERINARY SURGEONS

Mark Murrell MA, VetMB, CertES (Orth), MRCVS

Tony Lock BVetMed, MRCVS

Ben Gibson BVSc, MRCVS

COMMENTATOR

John Blance

BETTING RING MANAGER

Sarah Woodborne

RACECOURSE TEAM

CHAIRMAN

Joe Scanlon

MANAGING DIRECTOR

Phil Siers

RACING DIRECTOR

Neil Graham

COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR

Nathan Holmes

CLERK OF THE COURSE

Andy Waitt

DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD

Andy Waitt

TONIGHT’S RACING

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How to read your racecard

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)

TFRHHIII BHA-

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

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 5.25

THE FAIRWOOD BRASSERIE APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS

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

6)

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

Prize

CITY SELECTIONS

Stormingin (winner) got the better of PERSIAN WOLF (second) over C&D last month, but the latter, who is favoured by his draw in stall one, and on revised terms, is taken to reverse that form en route to victory. Miss Harmony has been running to a consistent level recently and she’s more than capable of being involved, along with recent Kempton scorer Island Of Skye, though he does have stamina to prove over this longer trip.

Stormingin

Leading course trainer (17-22): M Bell (31 wins from 164 runners, 19%) runs MISS HARMONY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G L Moore (5 wins from 43 runners, 12%) runs STORMINGIN

Longest Traveller: GUSTAV HOLST trained by M Usher, Lambourn, 128 miles.

maiden. 66/1, tenth of 11 on handicap debut at Kempton

9 weeks ago, slowlyaway Cheekpieceson1sttime.Toughtoseehiminvolved.

3 MEDRARA (GB) (39) 0/6500-4

Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Moderah

O K Sohi & C Fellowes

B Stone Roses Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW 17/2, made more impact than previously for this yard when fourth of 8 in handicap at Southwell (12.1f)39daysago.Tonguestrapon1sttime.

ISLAND OF SKYE (GB) (10) 060U4-1

Br B g Ribchester (IRE) - Bonnie Brae

O Davenport, Elsworth & Ten Green Bottles

Rosyground Stud TIMEFORM VIEW 7/1, career best after a wind op when winning 9-runner handicap at Kempton (8f) 10 days ago, riddenclosertothepacethanusual.Upintrip.Suretogiveanothergoodaccountraised3lb.

HHHHI BHA54

5 STORMINGIN (IRE) (29) 2653-01 CD 10 9-3 (8)

Br Gr g Clodovil (IRE) - Magadar (USA) Anna Gibson (7) J

O Paul Reed & G L Moore Gary Moore, Horsham T

B Kilnamoragh Stud K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWEndedlonglosingrunin8-runnerhandicapatthisC&D(6/1)29daysagobyheadfromPersianWolf, diggingdeep.Claimswitharepeatbutthisquirkyveteranisn’tsuretobeinthesamemood.

6 SUN FESTIVAL (GB) (11) 24-0550

TFRHHHII BHA54

5 9-3 (4)

Br B g Toronado (IRE) - Raymi Coya (CAN) Alice Bond (7) J

O Mr Stuart Bond Joseph Parr, Newmarket T

B The Queen Joseph Parr Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW 13/2, ran poorly when thirteenth of 14 in handicap at Southwell (11.1f) 11 days ago. Visor back on. Hastobetakenseriouslyfromacareer-lowmark.

7 GUSTAV HOLST (IRE) (10) 54-0000

Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Scarlet And Gold (IRE)

TFRHHHHH BHA54

5 9-1 (3)

Rhys Clutterbuck J

O Mr Brian Rogan Mark Usher, Lambourn T

B Sunderland Holdings Inc Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWRemainsamaidenafter18Flatruns.6/1andhoodedfor1sttime,lastof8inhandicapatLingfield(15.8f,AW) 10daysago.Significantlybackdownintrip.Cheekpiecesbackonandmayfeaturefromtumblingmark. TFRHHHII BHA52

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

PERSIAN WOLF

8 PERSIAN WOLF (IRE) (9) 454626 CD 5 9-0 (1)

Br Ch g Slade Power (IRE) - Riobamba (USA) Mark Crehan J

O The Win Or Booze Racing Syndicate Phil McEntee, Newmarket T

B E. Lynam

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner 14/1, ran poorly upped in grade when sixth of 8 in handicap at this C&D 9 days ago. MeritsconsiderationbackinClass6company TFRHHHHI BHA51

9 FAITHLESS INSOMNIA (GB) (47) 000-200 4 8-11 (5)

Br B g Oasis Dream - Rive Gauche Molly Presland (7) J

O Mr D Reynolds & Mr C D Watkins Phil McEntee, Newmarket T

B Christopher Humber

TIMEFORMVIEW 11/2, bit below form seventh of 12 in minor event at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 47 days ago, unable to sustaineffort.Othersmorepersuasive. TFRHHIII BHA48

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2022:MEETING ABANDONED

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 5, 8.

Visor worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 7.

Stewards Note: COMPERE: Following its run on 7/1/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed off the bend.

SUN FESTIVAL: Following its run on 28/2/2023 it was reported that the horse was slowly into stride.

GUSTAV HOLST: Following its run on 1/3/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right handed throughout.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Stormingin (IRE), 4-1 Island of Skye (GB), 9-2 Miss Harmony (GB), 15-2 Sun Festival (GB), 10-1 Medrara (GB), 12-1 Persian Wolf (IRE), 14-1 Gustav Holst (IRE), 16-1 Faithless Insomnia (GB), 40-1 Compere (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

An opening-looking apprentice handicap to start proceedings and SUN FESTIVAL gets the tentative nod to double her career tally back down in trip from this career-low mark. The main threat could be Island of Skye, who showed improved form to narrowly get off the mark at Kempton earlier this month, while Persian Wolf and veteran Stormingin are another couple worthy of a mention.

Position of Stalls

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Second Race 6.00

THE CCR RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands C and D) (GBB RACE)

for novice three yrs old x Total prize fund £11499

Owners Prize Money 1st £4907, 2nd £2453, 3rd £1227, 4th £613 (Penalty Value £6209.46)

Weights raised 3lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

CITY SELECTIONS

With an official rating of 73, SUPER MO sets the standard and, if first-time blinkers can aid some improvement, he could open his account at the fifth time of asking. Flash Bardot has some solid form in the book and she’s capable of making her presence felt. Poet’s Prize is related to some smart types and she’s one to monitor in the betting market ahead of her racecourse bow, while Seahrena heads the remainder following a creditable debut effort.

SUPER MO

Flash Bardot

Leading course trainer (17-22): D M Simcock (48 wins from 295 runners, 16%) runs LIGHTNING SPARK & SUPER MO

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D M Simcock (3 wins from 17 runners, 18%) runs LIGHTNING SPARK & SUPER MO

Longest Traveller: DOUBLE OBAN trained by H Palmer, Malpas, 166 miles.

colours no horse st- lb Draw

1 DOUBLE OBAN (GB) (-) 9-7 (5)

Br B g Territories (IRE) - Zaaneh (IRE) Ross Coakley J

O Mr R. Cotter Hugo Palmer, Malpas T B Stuart McPhee Bloodstock Ltd NAF S

TIMEFORM VIEW 14,000 gns foal, £20,000 yearling, Territories gelding. Half-brother to 8.3f winner Willard Creek.

Dam7f-8.6fwinner Meritsconsiderationfirsttimeout.

TFRHHHII BHA-

2 DUKE OF OXFORD (GB) (-) 9-7 (4)

Br B g Kingman - Miss Marjurie (IRE) Dylan Hogan J

O Mr A Cope, Mr B Roberts and Mr J Biggane Michael Bell, Newmarket T

B Ed’s Stud Ltd/A Swinburn Michael Bell Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW 27,000gnsyearling,Kingmangelding.Dam,winnerupto11/2m(2-y-o7fwinner)whostayed13/4m, outofhalf-sistertohigh-classmilerSovietSong.Couldgetinvolvedondebutwithyardgoingwell.

3 OUT RULE (IRE) (14) 0

TFRHHHHI BHA-

9-7 (1)

Br Br g Karakontie (JPN) - Leaf Blower (USA) Joanna Mason J

O The Raceology Partnership William Jarvis, Newmarket T

B Winning Bloodstock Tattersalls S

TIMEFORM VIEW 9/1, last of 9 in minor event at Lingfield (1m, AW) on racecourse bow 14 days ago. Up in trip and blinkeredfor1sttime.Bestwatched.

4 SUPER MO (USA) (15) 42-63 BF

TFRHHIII BHA-

9-7 (8)

Br B c Uncle Mo (USA) - Sweet Connie (USA) Callum Shepherd J

O Mr Mohammed Jaber David Simcock, Newmarket T

B Mr Aaron Sones

TIMEFORM VIEW 15/8, stepped up on return when third of 8 in minor event at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 15 days ago, despiteneedingstrongergallop.Cangetoffthemarkwithblinkersonfirst-time.

5 LIGHTNING SPARK (GB) (8) 0

Br Ch f Lightning Spear - Starlit Sky

TFRHHHHH BHA73

9-2 (6)

Olivia Haines (7) J

O Tick Tock Partnership David Simcock, Newmarket T

B Shoreham Stud Al Basti Equiworld S

TIMEFORMVIEWBadlyneededexperiencewheneighthof10inmaiden(10/1)atLingfield(11/4m,AW)ondebut 8daysago.Looksoneforthelongerterm.

6 POET’S PRIZE (GB) (-)

TFRHHIII BHA-

9-2 (2)

Br B f Poet’s Word (IRE) - Cape Dollar (IRE) David Probert J

O Mr Saeed Suhail S. P. C. Woods, Newmarket T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Poet’s Word filly. Half-sister to several winners, including 1 1/2m/12.4f

7 SEAHRENA (FR) (25) 5

TFRHHHII BHA-

winner Deal A Dollar and winner upto7fMyDubawi,bothuseful.Dam2-y-o7fwinner(stayed1m).Makesappealonpaper

9-2 (3)

Br B f Seahenge (USA) - Rena Borghese (IRE) Luke Morris J

O Hambleton Racing Ltd XXXVII & Partner Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T

B S.C.E.A Ecurie Cerdeval Hambleton Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran to a modest level on his first start when fifth of 9 in maiden at Newcastle (7.1f) 25 days ago. Needstostepforwardfromthateffortsignificantlyupindistance.

TFRHHHII BHA-

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

8

FLASH BARDOT (GB) (16) (2lb) 226 9-0 (9)

Br B f Sixties Icon - Bridie Ffrench George Bass (3) J

O Six or Sticks (Sixties)

B Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited

Jack Channon, West Ilsley T

Jack Channon Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Encouragement when runner-up on her first 2 starts, but too free when sixth of 7 in maiden at Newcastle(7.1f,3/1)16daysago.Cangetbackontrackuppedintrip.

TFRHHHHI BHA72

9 ROCK N ROLL PINKIE (GB) (16) (2lb) 0 9-0 (7)

Br Ch f Sun Central (IRE) - Maggie Pink

Joey Haynes J

O Mr A. W. Bult Ivan Furtado, Newark T

B A W Bult

TIMEFORM VIEW 200/1, always behind when ninth of 14 in maiden at Southwell (7.1f) on debut 16 days ago. Longerdistancenotenoughtomakeofinterest.

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Blinkers worn first time by No. 3, 4. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 1, 2.

Stewards Note:

OUT RULE: Following its run on 25/2/2023 it was reported that the horse ran green.

TFRHHIII BHA-

Double Oban (GB), 7-1 Duke of Oxford (GB), 9-1 Poet’s Prize (GB), 12-1 Seahrena (FR), 18-1

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Super Mo (USA), 9-2 Flash Bardot (GB), 11-2

Lightning Spark (GB), 25-1 Out Rule (IRE), 40-1 Rock N Roll Pinkie (GB)

SUPER MO showed the benefit of his return when third at Wolverhampton 15 days ago, despite needing a stronger gallop, and he can build on that effort in first-time blinkers to open his account. Flash Bardot had shown encouragement when runner-up on her first 2 starts and could be the biggest threat upped in trip, while Duke of Oxford is one to note on debut.

TIMEFORM

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PLAY SMARTER

Third Race 6.30

THE BETSI HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £25000

Owners Prize

£10158, 2nd £5080, 3rd £2540, 4th £1270, 5th £635, 6th £318

(Penalty Value £12885) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

CITY SELECTIONS

TIGER CRUSADE returned to winning ways at Lingfield last month, when he recorded a narrow success, and David Simcock’s charge is fancied to follow up from a 2lb higher mark.

Mums Tipple struggled in Listed company on his latest outing but he looks set to go well down in grade, while On A Session has become too well treated to ignore and he must go on the shortlist. Others to note include Lord Of The Lodge and Amber Island.

Leading course trainer (17-22): S C Williams (51 wins from 423 runners, 12%) runs ABOVE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Boughey (4 wins from 12 runners, 33%) runs RIVER PRIDE

Longest Traveller: LORD OF THE LODGE trained by K R Burke, Leyburn, 231 miles.

D

Br B g No Nay Never (USA) - Folle Allure (FR)

O Khalifa Dasmal & Bryan Payne

B Dominique Ades-Hazan & Lily Ades

TIMEFORM VIEW Six wins from 22 Flat runs, at least as good as ever when also winning 7-runner handicap (18/5) atLingfield(7f,AW)3weeksago,stayingontoleadclosehome.Leadingclaimsonceagain.

4 ABOVE (FR) (198) 204020- C D

Br B g Anjaal - Broken Applause (IRE)

O Mr N Boyden and Mr C Harrold

B Mr J. Kilpatrick & Mme D. Ades Hazan Ajn Steelstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Ran poorly when eighth of 9 in handicap at this C&D (9/1) 6 months ago. Willneedtohitthegroundrunning.

HHIII BHA94

5 AMBER ISLAND (IRE) (21) 1003-04 CD 6 8-10 (3)

Br B m Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Raphinae

Pearson (3) J

O David Lowe David Loughnane, Tern Hill T

B Godolphin Galloways Bakers Ltd, Dave Loughnane Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Last of 4 in minor event at Lingfield (7f, AW, 10/3) 3 weeks ago. Back in handicap companyhereandnotwithouteach-wayclaims.

6 ON A SESSION (USA) (16) 2500-06 D

Br B g Noble Mission - Destiny Calls (USA)

O Penton Hill Racing Limited & Mr L O’Kane

B Green Lantern Stables LLC

7 8-9 (5)

& Nicola Barron, Thirsk T

TIMEFORMVIEW28/1,notseentobesteffectwhensixthof11inhandicapatSouthwell(7.1f)16daysago,ideallyneeding strongergallop.Downtoacareer-lowmarkandfanciedtogoveryclosewithpaceassured.

7 GOLDEN SPICE (USA) (154) 110020- D

Br B f Golden Horn - Punita (USA)

O Mr Abdulla Al Mansoori

B Rabbah Bloodstock LLC

TFRHHHHH BHA88

4 8-8 (10)

Luke Morris J

George Margarson, Newmarket T

TIMEFORMVIEW80/1,stifftaskwhen91/4lengthsthirteenthof14toAzureBlueinlistedraceatNewmarket(6f,good)when lastseen5monthsago,riddentooaggressively Mayneedthisoutingsoothersmakemoreappeal. TFRHHHII BHA87

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

TIGER CRUSADE

Mums Tipple

8 SIR OLIVER (IRE) (117) 013040- CD 6 8-8 (7)

Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Folga Stefano Cherchi J

O FLYING HIGH SYNDICATE (SIR OLIVER) Chris Dwyer, Newmarket T

B Yeomanstown Stud & Doc Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 11/1, run best excused when seventh of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 4monthsago,doingtoomuchtoosoon.Willneedtosettlemuchbetterifhe’stohaveasayonreturn.

9 RIVER PRIDE (GB) (21) 005-353 CD 4 8-8 (6)

Br B f Oasis Dream - Highest David Probert J

O The Inver Park Partnership George Boughey, Newmarket T

B Denford Stud Ltd George Boughey, SBK S

TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinner Ranaswellascould’vebeenexpectedwhenthirdof4inminorevent(5/1)atLingfield (7f,AW)3weeksago,havingrunofrace.Each-wayplayerbackinhandicapcompany

10 POWER OF DARKNESS (GB) (21) 50/300-5 D 8 8-7 (4)

Br B g Power - Summers Lease Mikkel Mortensen (7) J

O Mr C. Fellowes Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket T

B Mrs C. R. Philipson & Lofts Hall Stud Fitzdares, Car Colston Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW 17/2, looked rusty after 6 months off on first run since leaving Marcus Tregoning when 5 lengths fifth of 7 to TigerCrusadeinhandicapatLingfield(7f,AW)3weeksago,veryslowlyaway Othersmorepersuasive. TFRHHIII BHA86

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

Stewards Note: ABOVE: Following its run on 25/8/2022 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

AMBER ISLAND: Following its run on 18/2/2023 it was reported that the horse’s impetuosity made it slow away

GOLDEN SPICE: Following its run on 8/10/2022 it was reported that the horse felt the effects of a long season.

SIR OLIVER: Following its run on 14/11/2022 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Tiger Crusade (FR), 6-1 Mums Tipple (IRE), 7-1 Lord of The Lodge (IRE), 9-1 On A Session (USA), River Pride (GB), 14-1 Above (FR), Amber Island (IRE), Power of Darkness (GB), 16-1 Golden Spice (USA), 18-1 Sir Oliver (IRE)

There was enough in ON A SESSION’s sixth at Southwell last month to suggest he’s about as good as he was last year, so having dropped to a career-low mark and with a decent pace to aim at almost guaranteed, he gets the nod for David & Nicola Barron. Tiger Crusade won for the second time this year at Lingfield 3 weeks ago and he may emerge as the main danger, ahead of Lord of The Lodge and Mums Tipple, in a fascinating feature contest.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ON A SESSION (USA) 2.TIGER CRUSADE (FR) 3.LORD OF THE LODGE (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Fourth Race 7.00

THE BANANARAMA ON LADIES DAY 22ND JUNE

HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) for

CITY SELECTIONS

Maysong has been threatening to win a race of this nature of late, but he often finds himself with too much to do. With this in mind, a chance is taken on BARGING THRU, who was last seen running one of his better races when fourth at Wolverhampton and he now races off the same mark as when winning at that same venue in May. Secret Strength arrives in better form than most and completes the shortlist.

BARGING THRU Maysong

Leading course trainer (17-22): M Appleby (77 wins from 630 runners, 12%) runs MOHAREB

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Appleby (5 wins from 51 runners, 10%) runs MOHAREB

Weightwatcher: MOHAREB won off a handicap mark of 88, his rating is now down 11lb to 77.

Longest Traveller: TOUSSAROK trained by Charlie Johnston, Middleham, 230 miles.

NON-RUNNER

Darryll IIIII

TIMEFORMVIEWBacktobestwhenwinningatLingfield(7f,AW)inFebruary.10/3,notseentobesteffectwhenfifthof 9inhandicapatthesameC&D22daysago,needingstrongergallop.Leadingcontender

(USA) (10) 360-506 C D

8 9-7 (8)

Br B g Scat Daddy (USA) - Illaunglass (IRE) Callum Shepherd J

O Mrs J. Morley Stuart Williams, Newmarket T

B Chasemore Farm Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner 9/1, again below form when sixth of 9 in handicap at Kempton (7f) 10 days ago. Markcontinuestofallbutneedstofindmoretotakeadvantage.

6 MOHAREB (GB) (22) 6060-46 C D

7 9-6 (6)

Br B g Delegator - Irrational Theodore Ladd J

O Mr Ian Lawrence Michael Appleby, Oakham T

B Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd Trade Access Panels Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2022. 16/1, stepped up on return when sixth of 9 in handicapatLingfield(7f,AW)22daysago.Onahandymarkifbuildingonlatesteffort.

7 MAYSONG (GB) (59) 04225-3 D BF

TFRHHHII BHA77

6 9-4 (2)

Br Ch g Mayson - Aldeburgh Music (IRE) Shariq Mohd (7) J

O Beaverbrook Alice Haynes, Newmarket T

B Tareq Al Mazeedi Colourpin S

TIMEFORMVIEWFourteenrunssincelastwinin2022 5/2,againshapedasifstillingoodformwhenthirdof7inhandicap atKempton(7f)59daysago,unabletosustainefforthavingbeenslowlyaway Shortlisted. TFRHHHHI BHA75

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

Br Gr g Coach House (IRE) - Vellena

O The Follow The Majer Partnership Ivan Furtado, Newark

B Poole, Trickledown & the Late Mrs Poole Matrix Consulting Solutions Ltd., Mercury Conveyor Systems Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2019 Last of 10 in handicap (8/1) at this course (6f) 23 days ago, thoughcaughtwideafterstartingslowly Remainsearlydayswithhiscurrentyard.

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 8. Blinkers, Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 4, 5, 6.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Maysong (GB), 4-1 Secret Strength (IRE), 6-1 Barging Thru (GB), Toussarok (GB), 7-1 Mohareb (GB), 9-1 Papa Stour (USA), 12-1 Magical Max (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

SECRET STRENGTH returned to his best when scoring at Lingfield last month and would have benefited from a stronger gallop when not beaten far at the same course next time, so he is taken to resume winning ways this time around. Toussarok can fare better with his reappearance behind him and is feared most, ahead of Maysong.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SECRET STRENGTH (IRE) 2.TOUSSAROK 3.MAYSONG

RACE RESULT TIME:

Prize Money

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Fifth Race 7.30

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HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7650 Owners Prize Money 1st £3264, 2nd £1632, 3rd £816, 4th £408. (Penalty Value £4130.99)

CITY SELECTIONS

DARK DESIGN has been knocking on the door of late and, with the handicapper leaving him on the same mark, Henry Spiller’s inmate is taken to return to winning ways. May Remain finished second in a classified stakes contest at Kempton last Wednesday and is feared most on this return to handicaps, while Privilege won over C&D in January and she may have more to offer over this trip. DARK

Leading course trainer (17-22): S C Williams (51 wins from 423 runners, 12%) runs TOP EXHIBIT

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): S C Williams (3 wins from 14 runners, 21%) runs TOP EXHIBIT

Weightwatcher: AUTUMN FLIGHT won off a handicap mark of 75, his rating is now down 22lb to 53.

Longest Traveller: STARJIK trained by Mrs Stella Barclay, Garstang, 254 miles.

VIEW 7/1, bit below form fifth of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 8 days ago, not ideally placed. Makespolytrackdebut.Enterscalculationsin0-55companyforthefirsttime.

3 AUTUMN FLIGHT (IRE) (11) 045504 C D 7 9-7 (9)

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Swallow Falls (IRE)

Gordon J

O Miss Robin Blaze McEntee Phil McEntee, Newmarket T

B Troy Cullen

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Nineteen runs since last win in 2021 9/1, respectable fourth of 9 in handicap at Southwell(6.1f)11daysago.Engaged1.40WolverhamptonFriday

Br B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Ice Palace

VIEW C&D winner Continued out of sorts when eighth of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f, 12/1) 12daysago.

HHIII BHA53

5 PRIVILEGE (FR) (65) 02300-1 CD 5 9-5 (7)

Br B m Elusive City (USA) - Helen Fourment Stefano Cherchi J

O Mr C Humphris & Partner Robert Cowell, Newmarket T

B S.A.R L Jedburgh Stud & Mr C. Humphris

TIMEFORM VIEW 40/1,seentogoodeffectwhenwinning13-runnerminoreventatthisC&Djustover9weeksagoby3/4lengthfrom JumiraBridge,makingallandalwaysholdingon.Backinhandicapcompanyhereandcertainlynotwithouthope. TFRHHHII BHA51

6 REAL ESTATE (IRE) (28) 046-010 CD 8 9-5 (11)

Br B g Dansili - Maskunah (IRE) Paddy Bradley (3) J

O Mr Christian Main Michael Attwater, Epsom T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinner.LatestwinatLingfieldinJanuary.12/1,notinsameformwhenseventhof11inhandicap

atLingfield(5f,AW)7daysago,noextrafinal1f.

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

Br B g Mayson - Ultimate Best

O Mr Ivan Furtado Ivan Furtado, Newark

B The Ultimate Best Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW 16/5, ran well under another positive ride when second of 10 in minor event at Kempton (6f) 10daysago.Everychancebutit’snowtwentysevenrunssincelastwinin2020

9 JUMIRA BRIDGE (GB) (10) 00-2464 CD

Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Zykina

O Mr Nigel Franklin Derek Shaw, Sproxton

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Creditable fourth of 10 in minor event (14/1) at Kempton (6f) 10 days ago, nearestfinish.Othersmakemoreappeal.

10 VIEWFROMTHESTARS (IRE) (15) 050-533

Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Condensed

And Shambles

B Mr Thomas Hore

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran well again when third of 14 in minor event at Lingfield (7f, AW, 14/1) just over 2 weeks ago. Yettogethisheadinfrontbutcouldgocloseinthis.

11 MY BEAUTY (IRE) (22) 6-0000

Br Ch f Prince of Lir (IRE) - Zanida (IRE) Rhiain Ingram (3) J

O Mr John O’Connor Roger Ingram, Epsom T

B Ballyhane Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Tenth of 13 on handicap debut at Lingfield (7f, AW, 150/1) 22 days ago. Cheekpiecesonfor1sttime.Easytolookelsewhere.

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

HIIII BHA42

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 11 Hood worn by No. 10 Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 7.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5, 6.

Stewards Note:

JUMIRA BRIDGE: Following its run on 1/3/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Dark Design (IRE), 11-2 Privilege (FR), 6-1 May Remain (GB), 8-1 Sam’s Call (GB), 9-1 Viewfromthestars (IRE), 12-1 Autumn Flight (IRE), Real Estate (IRE), Top Exhibit (GB), Jumira Bridge (GB), 22-1 Starjik (GB), 100-1 My Beauty (IRE)

Plenty in with a squeak but with SAM’S CALL’s effort at Newcastle last week easily excused, he’s fancied to get back on the up and double his career tally Dark Design has filled the runner-up spot on his last couple of starts and he may have to settle for that position once again, while May Remain and Top Exhibit can battle it out for minor honours.

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Sixth Race 8.00

THE CCR GIFT VOUCHERS FOR MOTHER’S DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

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

CITY SELECTIONS

Thank The Lord is better than showing last time and is dangerous to underestimate with his peak form taken into consideration, while Mustaffiz catches the eye from his basement rating and isn’t ruled out with cheekpieces reapplied. However, preference is for MUNIFICENT, whose latest outing resulted in a respectable third and, given the runner-up from that race won on her next start, it would come as no surprise to see him follow suit.

Thank The Lord

Leading course trainer (17-22): C Wallis (25 wins from 275 runners, 9%) runs MUSTAFFIZ & PROCLIVITY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Shaw (2 wins from 7 runners, 29%) runs YOU’RE COOL

Weightwatcher: SIR RODNEYREDBLOOD won off a handicap mark of 78, his rating is now down 16lb to 62.

Longest Traveller: YOU’RE COOL trained by D Shaw, Sproxton, 105 miles.

Owners Prize Money 1st £3159, 2nd £1580, 3rd £789, 4th £395, 5th £197 (Penalty Value £4004) colours no horse

1 SIR RODNEYREDBLOOD (GB) (14) 4200-64 CD 6 9-11 (6) Br Ch g Roderic O’Connor (IRE) - Red Blooded Woman (USA) David Probert J

O Mrs Claire Goddard J. R. Jenkins, Royston T B Worksop Manor Stud Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW3-timeC&Dwinner.28/1,stepbackinrightdirectionwhenfourthof11inhandicapatthiscourse(6f) 14daysago.Taskisnowtobuildonhislatesteffortbackdownintrip.

2 MUSTAFFIZ (GB) (5) 0-06535 D

Br B g Oasis Dream - Mulkeyya (IRE)

O Mr E. A. Hayward

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Wallis, Ardleigh T

TIMEFORMVIEWTwelverunssincelastwinin2022 11/2,againranwellwhenfifthof9inhandicapatWolverhampton (6.1f)5daysago.Cheekpiecesbackonashereturnsto5f.Hasdroppedtoaworkablemark.

3 I’M MABLE (GB) (23) 556-600 CD

Br B m Cable Bay (IRE) - Triskel

O Mr B. Neaves

Plant International Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to back up previous runner-up effort when sixth of 9 in handicap (10/1) at Wolverhampton (5.1f)12daysago.Capableofgettinginvolvedifonagoingday

5 MUNIFICENT (GB) (26) 2341-63 D

Br B g Pearl Secret - Hulcote Rose (IRE)

O Mulligans Racing club

Banham, Newmarket T B HR Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Wolverhampton (5.1f) in December Soon back on track when third of 8 in handicap(4/1)atthesameC&D26daysago.Cangiveanothergoodaccount.

6 THANK THE LORD (GB) (128) 103410- CD

Br Ch g Coach House (IRE) - Lady Phill Theodore Ladd J

O Mrs M. S. Teversham

B Mrs Monica Teversham

Hodgson, Hook T

TIMEFORMVIEWC&DwinnerinOctober.However,notinthesameformwhenlastof10inhandicapbackhere(5/1) onhisfollowingstart.Interestingcontenderbackdowningradeafterabreak. TFRHHHHI BHA55

7 THAKRAH (GB) (100) 016500- CD 4 9-3 (8)

Br B f Dubawi (IRE) - Thafeera (USA) Stefano Cherchi J

O Mrs M Ferguson & Partner Robert Cowell, Newmarket T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Al Basti Equiworld S

TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinner 12/1andhoodedfor1sttime,poorlydrawnwhenninthof12inhandicapatthisC&D whenlastseeninDecember Hasn’tfaredanybetterwiththedrawthistime,though. TFRHHHII BHA54

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

MUNIFICENT

8 YOU’RE COOL (GB) (47) 360-022 CD 11 9-3 (3)

Br B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Ja One (IRE) Lewis Edmunds J

O Mr D. Bichan Derek Shaw, Sproxton T B Tirnaskea Stud Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW 5-time C&D winner 9/1, not seen to best effect when second of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f)47daysago,nearestfinishafterapoorstart.Couldbereadytoreturntowinningways. TFRHHHHH BHA54

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Blinkers worn by No. 6. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2. Stewards Note: MUSTAFFIZ: Following its run on 6/3/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered. THANK THE LORD: Following its run on 3/11/2022 it was reported that the horse jumped awkwardly

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Munificent (GB), 9-2 You’re Cool (GB), 6-1 Sir Rodneyredblood (GB), 13-2 Mustaffiz (GB), 7-1 Thank The Lord (GB), 8-1 Thakrah (GB), 9-1 Proclivity (IRE), 18-1 I’m Mable (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

Having dropped in the weights, YOU’RE COOL has returned to form back in headgear when runner-up at Wolverhampton on his last 2 starts and he can go one better in this contest. The 5-time C&D winner can see off the challenge of Munificent, while Thank The Lord also merits consideration after a break.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.YOU’RE COOL 2.MUNIFICENT 3.THANK THE LORD

Seventh Race 8.30

THE MINISTRY OF SOUND DISCO 2ND SEPTEMBER 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

GIORGIO VASARI was a good third back over this trip at Lingfield last week and, off the same mark, he is taken to exploit what looks to be a highly competitive rating. Formerly in the care of Aidan O’Brien, his sights are set much lower these days but he retains more than enough ability to score at this level. Taskheer and Mcqueen complete the shortlist.

GIORGIO VASARI Taskheer

Leading course trainer (17-22): M Appleby (77 wins from 630 runners, 12%) runs CHANNEL PACKET

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M Appleby (5 wins from 51 runners, 10%) runs CHANNEL PACKET

Weightwatcher: CHANNEL PACKET won off a handicap mark of 62, his rating is now down 16lb to 46.

Longest Traveller: MACON BELLE trained by Ed De Giles, Ledbury, 205 miles.

colours no horse

1 BEAUTIFUL CROWN (GB) (18) 000-340

Br B g Helmet (AUS) - Bright Halo (IRE)

O Mr Colin Westley

B Usk Valley Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2021. Making tapeta debut, wasn’t in the same form as previous outing when ninthof14inhandicapatSouthwell(8.1f,9/1)18daysago.Couldfarebetterbackonpolytrack.

2 NEW SHEPARD (IRE) (10) 000-005 D

Br B g No Nay Never (USA) - Caelis

O Julia Rayment & Brett Lawrence

B Barouche Stud (Ire) Ltd

EDS Roofing Supplies

TIMEFORM VIEW Took a small step back in the right direction when fifth of 13 in handicap at Kempton (1m, 100/1) 10daysago,nevernearer Now1lbbelowhislastwinningmark.

3 OSTILIO (GB) (8) 00-0306 D

Br Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Reem Three

O Michelle Hancox

B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

TIMEFORMVIEWBelowformlast2starts,sixthof8inhandicapatLingfield(7f,AW,11/1)8daysago.Onacareer-low markbuthe’sariskypropositionatpresent.

4 GIORGIO VASARI (IRE) (7) 2-32463

Br B g Air Force Blue (USA) - Dream The Blues (IRE)

O Nigel Sennett & Ivan Furtado

B Fethard Bloodstock

TIMEFORMVIEWBackdownintripwithblinkersreapplied,soonreturnedtoformwhenthirdof8inhandicapatLingfield (1m,AW,15/2)7daysago.Respected.

5 TASKHEER (IRE) (3) 0000-01 D

5 9-4 (in 5lb ex) (4)

Br B g Golden Horn - Shaarfa (USA) Joshua Bryan J

O Sam Tingey & Charlie Tingey Daniel Steele, Henfield T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of reduced mark when winning 9-runner handicap at Lingfield (1m, AW, 10/1) 3daysago,betterplacedthanmost.Haspenaltytoovercomeforthatsuccess.

6 MCQUEEN (IRE) (28) 3433-46 CD BF

4 9-2 (2)

Br Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Shahralasal (IRE) Ben Curtis J

O J Sarkar, D Sarkar, O Sarkar & D Sarkar

Henry Spiller, Newmarket T

B Turbo Bloodstock CG Asset Management, Far Westfield Farm S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Run of good form halted when sixth of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 9/4) 28daysago.Canleavehislatestrunbehindwithcheekpiecesbackon.Majorplayer

7 CHANNEL PACKET (GB) (4) 6-32430 CD

Br B h Champs Elysees - Etarre (IRE)

TFRHHHHH BHA58

9 8-4 (3)

Theodore Ladd J

O Howdale Bloodstock Michael Appleby, Oakham T

B Howdale Bloodstock Ltd Trade Access Panels Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW3-timeC&Dwinner Racedfreelywhenbelow-parninthof10inminoreventatSouthwell(8.1f,13/2) 4daysago.Nosurprisetoseehimbouncebackreturnedtothisvenue.

TFRHHHHI BHA46

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

8 MACON BELLE (GB) (10) 0-02543 4 8-4 (6)

Br B f Due Diligence (USA) - Disco Ball Laura Coughlan (5) J

O Woodham Walter Partnership Ed de Giles, Ledbury T

B Broughton Bloodstock Ed de Giles Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWRemainsamaidenafter21Flatruns.Cheekpiecesonfor1sttime,ranwellwhenthirdof8inhandicap (11/1)atLingfield(7f,AW)10daysago.Engaged3.55WolverhamptonFriday

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

TFRHHHII BHA45

2022:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Blinkers worn by No. 4. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 7, 8.

Stewards Note:

GIORGIO VASARI: Following its run on 4/3/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 McQueen (IRE), 9-2 Taskheer (IRE), 6-1 Giorgio Vasari (IRE), Macon Belle (GB), 7-1 Channel Packet (GB), 8-1 Beautiful Crown (GB), 12-1 New Shepard (IRE), 16-1 Ostilio (GB)

MCQUEEN had been holding his form well prior to a below-par effort at Wolverhampton last time, so with cheekpieces reapplied he appeals as the type to bounce back quickly returned to 1m. The 4-y-o can land the finale, though Giorgio Vasari isn’t taken lightly after getting back on track a week ago. Channel Packet completes the shortlist.

PLAY SMARTER

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First Race 5.25 - THE FAIRWOOD BRASSERIE APPRENTICE 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 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62; 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. March 9th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 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 Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to March 8th, 2023, have not ridden more than 50 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 25 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 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. 17 entries at £35. - Closed March 6th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3159; Second £1580; Third £789; Fourth £395; Fifth £197. (Penalty Value £4004) A SS

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Second Race 6.00 - THE CCR RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands C and D) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6209 to the winning horse The second to receive £2915, the third £1458 and the fourth £729. for novice three yrs old, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, March 6th and pay £52 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 9th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band D from Band C 2lb 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 £52. - Closed March 6th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4907; Second £2453; Third £1227; Fourth £613. (Penalty Value £6209.46) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

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Third Race 6.30 - THE BETSI HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042, the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 or higher; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Note below). £125 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 9th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 4th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 105 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 9lb Subsequently, the excess over 105 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried. Those horses rated 85 and below are also eligible to run in this race Elimination from this race will be as provided for in the Race Administration Code. 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 18 entries, 1 at £25 and 17 at £125. - Closed March 6th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318. (Penalty Value £12885) Weights raised 1lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

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Fourth Race 7.00 - THE BANANARAMA ON LADIES DAY 22ND JUNE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6621 to the winning horse

The second to receive £3106, the third £1552, the fourth £776 and the fifth £387. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 9th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 4th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Chelmsford City Racecourse will award £50 cash to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race 11 entries at £60. - Closed March 6th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5223; Second £2612; Third £1305; Fourth £653; Fifth £326. (Penalty Value £6621) SS

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Fifth Race 7.30 - THE chelmsfordcityracecourse.com

HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4130 to the winning horse The second to receive £1939, the third £970 and the fourth £485. 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. March 9th. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 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 19 entries, 2 at £7 and 17 at £35. - Closed March 6th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3264; Second £1632; Third £816; Fourth £408. (Penalty Value £4130.99) SS

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Sixth Race 8.00 - THE CCR GIFT VOUCHERS FOR MOTHER’S 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 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62; 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. March 9th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 4th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Chelmsford City Racecourse will award £50 cash to the person responsible for the horse judged to be best turned out in this race 10 entries at £35. - Closed March 6th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3159; Second £1580; Third £789; Fourth £395; Fifth £197. (Penalty Value £4004) SS

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Seventh Race 8.30 - THE MINISTRY OF SOUND DISCO 2ND SEPTEMBER 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 eligible - see Standard Conditions). £38 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 9th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 4th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb 9 entries at £38. - Closed March 6th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3159; Second £1580; Third £789; Fourth £395; Fifth £197. (Penalty Value £4004) SS

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Fixtures 2023