Officials
Thursday 23rd October 2025
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OFFICIALS
CHIEF STEWARD
Tony McGlone
STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR
Sarah Ellison
STEWARDS
Ben Ford, Simon Kirk, Shaun Parker
STARTERS
William Jardine
Michael Sheridan
JUDGE
Paul Champion
CLERK OF THE SCALES
Jeremy Lind
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
Elizabeth Budden, Sarah Duncan, Julie Lingham
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr Ross Worthington
Dr Graeme Robertson
VETERINARY OFFICER
Rachael Frost
VETERINARY SURGEONS
Mark Murrell MA, VetMB, CertES (Orth), MRCVS
Conor Fenelon MVB MRCVS
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COMMENTATOR
Alan Howes
BETTING RING MANAGER
Ian O’Neill
RACECOURSE TEAM
RACING DIRECTOR
Neil Graham
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Nathan Holmes
CLERK OF THE COURSE
Shelley Wheeler
DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD
Sarah Ridgway
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Welcome to Chelmsford City Racecourse
We wish you a very warm welcome to Chelmsford City Racecourse and look forward to sharing a great evening of racing with you. There are eight races, beginning at 4.45pm, going through to 8.15pm with a two year old novice race to start the evening. We then have another leg of our popular ‘Timeform Sprint Series’, which is proving to be a highlight of our autumn race programme. The novice race at 6.15pm only has five runners but with runners from the Gosden, Beckett, Johnston and Haggas stables it should be a fascinating race.
I hope you have a lovely evening and I wish you the best of luck in finding a winner or two.
I hope you have a great 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.
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7 PARK LANE DANCER (IRE) (11)
Br Br g Elzaam (AUS) - Greatest Dancer (IRE) (Iffraaj)
O Simon Mulvany & Partner
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4 9-2 (1)
Paul Hanagan J
John Quinn, Malton T
B Ballyhane Stud 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.
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Celebrating a decade of thrilling racing and world-class events ing a decade of racing event
As we celebrate a decade of Chelmsford City Racecourse, it is humbling to reflect on how far the racecourse has come. Over the past 10 years, the racecourse has established itself as an increasingly important venue in British racing, earning recognition both nationally and globally
As we celebrate a Ch d City Racecourse, it is to reflect on far racecourse come. the past 10 years, the racecourse as an important venue in racing, recognition both and
Our journey has been filled with remarkable achievements, with great racing and tremendous entertainment.
Our journey has been filled with remarkable achievements, with great racing and entertainment.
Looking ahead, 2025 promises to be our most exciting year yet. With an enhanced Essex’ d ahead, 2025 be With enhanced
Beyond racing, we’ve built strong connections with our community and forged s, we’ built with and
all who have us on incr ible journey, horsemen, s, sponsors course our brilliant team, a thank you. Your in our vision our success future
To all who have supported us on this incredible journey, including horsemen, racegoers, members, sponsors and of course our brilliant team, a huge thank you. Your belief in our vision has been the foundation of our success and future plans.
On behalf of myself and the entire team, I hope you have a wonderful night. Here’s to another decade of memories at Chelmsford City Racecourse!
On behalf of and the entire team, I you have a wonderful night. Here’s to memories at City Racecourse!
Supporting the Homeless and Vulnerable Community of Chelmsford
During October we are featuring Sanctus, one of our 10 chosen charities Chelmsford City Racecourse is supporting as part of our ‘10 Years of Community’ campaign.
Sanctus, a Chelmsford charity, has supported the homeless and vulnerable for over 13 years, offering a safe, non-judgmental space for more than 800 people. Founded by Emma Goldie and Stephen Turoff, who have experienced homelessness, Sanctus began as a small café providing food and companionship for rough sleepers at a time when Chelmsford had no day centre. It now offers breakfast, lunch, a food pantry, and a sandwich station six days a week, welcoming anyone facing poverty, loss, poor health, or other barriers to stability. Through its Hub Support team and partnerships with the NHS, CHP, small businesses, and local artists, Sanctus helps with housing, debts, addiction, employment, and domestic abuse. The charity also runs a Sanctus shop to further support its work.
Georgia’s Story (name changed)
Georgia, 21, lost both parents young with her father to suicide a year after her mother’s death. Raised by her grandmother, she excelled in primary school but later entered foster care, where she suffered abuse and neglect. Struggling with anxiety and declining studies, she moved to Chelmsford to live with a sibling, but the relationship turned toxic.
Socially isolated and battling addictions to crack cocaine, meth, and alcohol, Georgia reached a suicidal crisis at the side of a train track before finding long-term support with Sanctus. She is now housed in a supported housing scheme. Sanctus provided her with a laptop to help her stay occupied through games and creative writing. Her powerful poems have been shared on social media and in the café, and she hopes to write a book about her life to inspire others facing similar struggles.
Sanctus’s Own Success Story
Sanctus prides itself on inclusivity, with many staff and volunteers in recovery. Dave’s story exemplifies this. Years ago, he was a service user, struggling with heroin and crack addiction, living in a tent under a bridge, and working a physical job. He would visit the café for food and coffee, often falling asleep there. One day he began sweeping the café floor, which became regular, leading to a full-time volunteer role. Sanctus helped him find accommodation and supported his recovery. Today, employed by Sanctus Hot Wheels as he is now known uses his experience to help others sleeping rough.
Beneficiary Denise
Team members from the racecourse went along to the café and shop providing a friendly face and to lend a helping hand, which is where Jo (Head of Community & Charity) met Denise.
Denise, who has four children and has been a carer and worked in catering since age 17 was worried about becoming dependent on alcohol after suffering abuse from violent partners. A friend recommended Sanctus as she was very vulnerable, depressed, and living in a women’s refuge. She was helped by a psychologist who determined she had been financially abused for 6 months.
Denise said “Without Sanctus I wouldn’t have a purpose. They help me get out of bed in the morning, I have made friends, had counselling and registered here with a doctor I love art which I have become involved with, and my pictures have been displayed in Chelmsford Museum gallery. When it was my birthday, they bought me a cake, and all signed a card for me. I am now able to go to the theatre on my own and stay over at friends”
The Continuing Fight Against Homelessness
Sanctus currently in need of a new cooker, is funded by grants, donations, campaigns and fundraising events, and is reliant on volunteers. Their main goal is to gain further financial stability to be able to continue the great work that they do.
Homelessness is a very real crisis across the UK and can happen to anyone. Many of us are much closer to the reality of homelessness than ever before, due to many reasons that is not always about sleeping rough in a door way!
Our Commitment to Horse Welfare r Welf
At Chelmsford City Racecourse, the welfare of our horses is our highest priority, and this commitment is most visible in the continuous improvements made to our All-Weather racing surface. The surface has been expertly rewaxed and enhanced with added fibre to reduce kickback and improve safety. Additionally, the pedestrian crossing over the track was replaced early on with an underpass from the ticket office to the Ch d Racecourse, the our horses is our hig st priorit commitment most in the continuous to our surface. rewaxed reduce kickback and improve the crossing over the was on an from to ring a safer experience for both s. e on eady to safer for both
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Hydr ceda thr Hydration and r e also carefully managed, stations e British efully Chelmsford City Racecourse works with the Horseracing Authority, Great British Racing, RSPCA, World Horse Welfare, and the Horse Welfare Board to champion world-class equine care. British Racing has invested over £56 million since 2000 in veterinary research and education, improving safety for all horses—not just racehorses. We remain committed to the highest standards of welfare, both d City Racecourse Great Racing, RSPCA, Horse and the to world-class care. has over £56 million since in research and improving horses—not racehorses. to the both on and off the track. At Chelmsford City, the horses come first—always.
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First Race 4.45
THE FLUTTER PROUDLY SUPPORTING PANCREATIC CANCER UK EBF
RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (FOR HORSES IN BANDS B, C AND D) (GBB RACE)
for novice two yrs old x Total prize fund £8000
Owners Prize Money 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20)
Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
CITY SELECTIONS
A highly promising third when only beaten half a length on his introduction at Kempton earlier in the month, ARGY BHAJI is entitled to improve plenty for that effort and this looks like an ideal opportunity to break the maiden. Runner-up on each of his two starts since being gelded, Zoiros is likely to be thereabouts again. Titanck shaped well, despite being slowly away, on his nursery debut and is another to consider
ARGY BHAJI
Zoiros
Leading course trainer (20-25): R Hughes (44 wins from 207 runners, 21%) runs TITANCK
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Fahey (6 wins from 48 runners, 12%) runs THANKFULLY SIMMY
Longest Traveller: THANKFULLY SIMMY trained by R Fahey, Malton, 216 miles.
1 EDUARDO CALDERON (IRE) (131) 30
Br B g Shaman (IRE) - Deia Glory
O Mr David Batten
B Grangemore Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW
9-7 (6)
George Wood J
Harry Eustace, Newmarket T
Castlemylk, Rank Interactive (Gibraltar) Limited S
Finishedpromisingthirdin9-runnermaidenatBrighton(6f)ondebut,shapinglikesecondbestonthedayuntilfadinglateon.Stillgreenandhadtheworst ofthedrawwhenwellheldatChester(6.1f)subsequentlyanditwouldn’tbeasurpriseifheweremorecompetitivefollowingabreak. TFRHHHII BHA2 THANKFULLY SIMMY (GB) (-) 9-7 (1)
Br B c Mehmas (IRE) - Always Thankful Ryan Sexton J
O Middleham Park Racing XXVIII
Richard Fahey, Malton T
B Promenade Bloodstock Limited Middleham Park Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW£55,000yearling,Mehmascolt.Half-brothertouseful7fwinnerNibrasAngeland6f-11/4mwinnerDohaBuThaila.Dam,7f/1mwinner,half-sisterto usefulwinnerupto1mMorningPost.Pedigreeofferssomehopebuthemaybeoneforthefuture,unlessthemarketsuggestsotherwise. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 TITANCK (IRE) (15) 0305 9-7 (3)
Br B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Pie In The Sky (IRE)
Finley Marsh J
O Mr Lee Yuk Lun Alan Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T
B Cotton House Bloodstock Agetur (UK) Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWKeen-goingsortwhopostedbesteffortinnovice/maidencompanywhenthirdatFfosLas(7.4f)andmatchedthatformunderamorepatientrideon handicapdebut,fifthof9innurseryatKempton(6f)15daysago,nearestfinish.Entitledtobeinthemixonreturntonovicecompany TFRHHHHI BHA75
4 ZOIROS (IRE) (14) 42422 BF
9-7 (2)
Br B g Sioux Nation (USA) - Fifer (IRE) David Egan J
O Amo Racing Limited Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket T
B Minch Bloodstock Sports Invest UK Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWHassomesolidforminnovicecompanybutfoundonetoogoodforthethirdtimein5startswhensecondbehindaprogressivewinnerina4-runner maidenatNewcastle(6f)lastmonth.Stillsetstheformstandardandthislooksagoodopportunitytogetoffthemarkinfirst-timeblinkers. TFRHHHHH BHA80
5 APEX STAR (IRE) (20) (2lb) 00 9-5 (5)
Br B c Ardad (IRE) - Mashkoorah (IRE) Cieren Fallon J
O Mr R Greenwood William Knight, Newmarket T
B KCS Bloodstock Ltd William Knight Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fared no better than on debut when 50/1, seventh of 9 in novice at Southwell (7.1f) 20 days ago. Needsmoretime. TFRHHIII BHA-
6 ARGY BHAJI (GB) (22) (2lb) 3 9-5 (9)
Br Br c Ardad (IRE) - Bhangra Daniel Muscutt J
O Justwow James Fanshawe, Newmarket T
B Manor Farm Stud (Rutland) Pegasus Stables LLP S
TIMEFORMVIEWArdadcoltshowedplentyofabilitywhenthirdof12innoviceatKempton(6f)ondebut22daysago,travelledwelland ledapproachingfinalfurlongbeforebeingedgedoutfinal100yds.Suretoimproveandmakesplentyofappeal. TFRHHHHI BHA-
7 ROCCOBEAR (IRE) (14) (2lb) 4 9-5 (4)
Br B c Calyx - Raoufah
O Mr Robert Oreilly
Paddy Bradley J
Charlie Wallis, Ardleigh T
B Rathnee Bloodstock Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Was giving up experience to all his rivals when last of 4 in maiden (16/1) at Newcastle (6f) on debut 14daysago.HassinceleftRichardFaheyandheshouldknowmoreondebutfornewconnections. TFRHHHII BHA-
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 BACKFIRE (GB) (9) (4lb) 5
Br B f Aclaim (IRE) - M’as Tu Vu (FR)
O Mrs Jackie Cornwell and Partner
8-12 (7)
Sean Dylan Bowen J
Peter Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket T
B Bundaberg Ltd Fairlawns Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWGreenbutshowedabitlateonwhenfifthof8innoviceatLeicester(6f,goodtosoft)ondebut9daysago, keptonlast1/2f.Entitledtobuildonthatrun.
9 ROSIEISME DARLING (GB) (9) (4lb) 00
Br B f Land Force (IRE) - Lady Kyllar
TFRHHHII BHA-
8-12 (8)
Frederick Larson J
O Mr R. A. Popely Hayley Burton, Newmarket T
B Mr Andrew Spalding
TIMEFORM VIEW Did little better than first time out when seventh of 8 in novice (150/1) at Leicester (6f, good to soft) 9daysago.Looksoflittleinterestthissideofhandicaps.
TFRHHIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2024: NAANA’S SPARKLE 2 9 4 Kieran O’Neill 7-2 (Alice Haynes) 9 ran
Blinkers worn first time by No. 4. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 1. Stewards Note:
TITANCK: Following its run on 8/10/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Zoiros (IRE), 3-1 Argy Bhaji (GB), 13-2 Titanck (IRE), 10-1 Roccobear (IRE), 12-1 Thankfully Simmy (GB), 16-1 Eduardo Calderon (IRE), Backfire (GB), 40-1 Apex Star (IRE), 50-1 Rosieisme Darling (GB)
Three-time runner-up ZOIROS has the best form on offer and he’s taken to get off the mark in first-time blinkers. Argy Bhaji made a highly encouraging debut when third at Kempton and looks the main danger with improvement expected. Titanck was back to something like his best on nursery debut last time and is entitled to be in the mix on return to novice company
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ZOIROS (IRE) 2.ARGY BHAJI 3.TITANCK (IRE)
RACE RESULT TIME: DISTANCE: 1st 3rd 2nd 4th
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Second Race 5.15
THE “TIMEFORM SPRINT SERIES QUALIFIER” HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (TIMEFORM SPRINT SERIES QUALIFIER)
for three yrs old x Total prize fund £9000
Owners Prize Money 1st £3716, 2nd £1859, 3rd £929, 4th £464, 5th £232 (Penalty Value £4710.60) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
CITY SELECTIONS
FAN MAIL got his head back in front at Southwell and Tim Easterby’s charge should have plenty more to come so he can follow up off 4lb higher Similar comments apply to So Sassy, who has also been raised 4lb for getting up late to score at Lingfield in August. Maui Breeze looks to build upon a promising runner-up effort at Southwell last month.
FAN MAIL So Sassy
Leading course trainer (20-25): M Appleby (60 wins from 485 runners, 12%) runs WINCHURCH Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (7 wins from 67 runners, 10%) runs FAN MAIL Longest Traveller: FAN MAIL trained by T Easterby, Malton, 216 miles.
1 ZABEEL ROAD (IRE) (26) 500104 CD 9-9 (7)
Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Winiata (IRE)
O Mr A. Taylor & Partner
B Mrs O. Murtagh & Iirsh National Stud
William Carver J
Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn T
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at this C&D in August and left behind a lesser effort when fourth of 10 in handicap at Southwell(6.1f,16/1)26daysago.Moreneededifhe’stogetbacktowinningways. TFRHHIII BHA74
2 FAN MAIL (GB) (20) 600051 D
Br B g Mayson - Fanfair
O Mr Lee Bond & Partner
(8)
Sean Kirrane J
Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Theakston Stud Bravopak Packaging Solutions S TIMEFORMVIEWConfirmedpromiseofpreviouseffortwhengainingafirsthandicapsuccessin13-runnercontestatSouthwell(6.1f,11/2) 20daysago,finishingstronglyasheovercamebeingdrawnwidest.Majorplayerinhiscurrentform. TFRHHHHH BHA73
3 WINCHURCH (IRE) (32) 510060 9-8 (9)
Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Aleneva (IRE) Kevin Stott J
O SBK Racing & B & J Parr Racing Ltd Michael Appleby, Oakham T
B Craig & Laura Buckingham Parr, Sbk Computers Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWHasn’tkickedonsincehiswinatLeicesterinJune,thoughmettroublefinal1fwhententhof14inhandicapatSouthwell (5f,12/1)amonthago.Backdowntolastwinningmarkandhe’snotdiscountedgivenanothertryat6f. TFRHHHII BHA73
4 MAUI BREEZE (GB) (26) 21-6602 D 9-7 (2)
Br B f Bated Breath - Hula Girl
O The Waiting With Partnership
Daniel Muscutt J
Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket T
B Merton Place Stud Fitzdares S TIMEFORMVIEWWonmaidenatSouthwell(6.1f)finalstartlastyear Infirst-timecheekpieces,backtoformwhensecondof10inhandicapatthesame C&D(8/1)26daysago,aracewhichhasproduced3next-time-outwinners.Taskisnowtobuildonlatesteffort. TFRHHHII BHA72
5 SO SASSY (IRE) (63) 4-36441 D
9-7 (6)
Br B f Bated Breath - If So Hector Crouch J
O My Racing Manager Friends
James Fanshawe, Newmarket T
B John O’Kelly Bloodstock Services My Racing Manager S TIMEFORMVIEWHavingnotbeenseentobesteffectonpreviousouting,improvedwhenwinning8-runnerhandicapatLingfield(6f,AW,5/2) 2monthsago,keepingonwelltoleadpost.Couldhavemoretooffernowthatshe’supandrunning. TFRHHHHI BHA72
6 FIORELLA PRINCESS (IRE) (36) 654231 CD 9-6 (3)
Br B f Sands of Mali (FR) - Elegant Drama (IRE)
Luke Catton (3) J
O LDS Bloodstock Ltd Lemos De Souza, Newmarket T
B Ballyhane Class1Personnel S
TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinnerlastyearand,havingdroppedintheweights,doubledhertallywhenwinning9-runnerhandicapat Sandown(5f,heavy,14/1)36daysago.Cangiveanothergoodaccountasshegoesbackupintrip. TFRHHHII BHA71
7 CORRESPONDENCE (GB) (19) 3324 BF
Br B g War Front (USA) - Walk In Marrakesh (IRE) George Wood J
O Mr Corey Johnsen Harry Eustace, Newmarket T
B Merriebelle Irish Farm Ltd Rank Interactive (Gibraltar) Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWHavingshownpromiseinhisqualifyingruns,racedclosertothestrongpacethanidealwhenfourthof10onhandicapdebut atWolverhampton(7.2f,11/4)19daysago.Blinkersnowaddedbackdownintripandheremainswithpotential. TFRHHHHI BHA71
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 HEAVEN KNOWS (GB) (19) 142452 CD 9-5 (10)
Br B f Showcasing - Map of Heaven
Oisin Murphy J
O Mr Derek J. Willis Rae Guest, Newmarket T
B Stanley House, ORS Ltd, Whitsbury Manor Tattersalls S
TIMEFORMVIEWWonmaidenatthisC&DinMayandmadetheframeinhandicapsnext2starts.Afteracoupleofbelow-parefforts,notdiscredited whensecondof9inhandicapatWolverhampton(6.1f,14/1)19daysago.Needstogetbackontheup. TFRHHHII BHA70
9 SENSORIUM (IRE) (33) 3-04000
Br Gr c Kodiac - Reticent Angel (IRE)
O Hold My Beer, M. Broughton & T. Elphick
9-5 (1)
David Egan J
Dylan Cunha, Newmarket T
B Mountarmstrong Stud TIMEFORMVIEWWon5fmaidenatBeverleyasajuvenilebutisyettofullyfirethisseason,tenthof13inhandicapatNewmarket (7f,goodtofirm,22/1)amonthago.Makesall-weatherdebutwithtonguestrapreachedfor TFRHHIII BHA70
10 MY MATE KEV (GB) (37) 150600 CD 9-3 (4)
Br B g Aclaim (IRE) - Quick Thought (IRE)
O Strawberry Fields Stud
Cieren Fallon J
Chris Dwyer, Newmarket T
B Strawberry Fields Stud Strawberry Fields Stud S
TIMEFORMVIEWC&DwinnerlastyearandalsolandedhandicapatNewmarketinMay However,formhasgonethewrongway,lastof12 inhandicapatYarmouth(7f,good,16/1)37daysago.Hashadwindopsincewithcheekpiecesapplied. TFRHHIII BHA68
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Blinkers worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 10 Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 10 Stewards Note: WINCHURCH: Following its run on 21/9/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 So Sassy (IRE), 5-1 Fan Mail (GB), 6-1 Fiorella Princess (IRE), 13-2 Correspondence (GB), 7-1 Maui Breeze (GB), 8-1 Heaven Knows (GB), 16-1 Zabeel Road (IRE), Winchurch (IRE), 28-1 Sensorium (IRE), My Mate Kev (GB)
The latest race in the series can go to FAN MAIL, who overcame the widest draw when getting back to winning ways at Southwell 20 days ago. He is developing a good record on all-weather and is taken to follow up, with Correspondence feared most having had excuses on handicap debut last time, ahead of So Sassy who got off the mark on her latest outing.
Third Race 5.45
THE BETFAIR PLAYS DIFFERENT NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for two yrs old x Total prize fund £7000 Owners Prize Money 1st £2890, 2nd £1446, 3rd £722, 4th £361, 5th £181 (Penalty Value £3663.80)
CITY SELECTIONS
An eyecatcher at Wolverhampton when slowly away and short of room two furlongs out before staying on well late for fourth, THANH NAM is likely to appreciate the step up in trip and he can strike. Captain Bruce comfortably accounted for Loose Connection at Newcastle and he can uphold that form, despite being 5lb worse off. Now in the hands of Dylan Cunha after a creditable second at Kempton, Telfy Boy cannot be ruled out either
THANH NAM
Captain Bruce
Leading course trainer (20-25): M Bell (32 wins from 180 runners, 18%) runs LOOSE CONNECTION
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Owen (8 wins from 47 runners, 17%) runs THANH NAM
Longest Traveller: CAPTAIN BRUCE trained by N Tinkler, Malton, 216 miles.
1 TELFY BOY (IRE) (13) 4502
Br B c Victor Ludorum - Frame of Mind (IRE) David Egan J
O Mr Jim Gill Dylan Cunha, Newmarket T
B D. J. Weston
TIMEFORMVIEWShowedimprovedformonnurserydebut(finalstartforMichaelKeady)whenrunner-upatKempton(8f)13daysago,keptonfrom2foutandnearestatthefinish. Shouldappreciatethestepupintripandmakesappealwithcheekpiecesrefittedondebutforyardwhodowellwithnewrecruits. TFRHHHHH BHA62
2 LOOSE CONNECTION (USA) (21) 3002 BF 9-4 (5)
Br Ch c Connect (USA) - Farsighted (USA)
O Mr M. Whyte & Partner
Hector Crouch J
Michael Bell, Newmarket T
B G. Watts Humphrey Jr Michael Bell Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEWTookastepforwardonnurserydebutwhen31/2lengthssecondof5toCaptainBruceinnurseryatNewcastle(10.2f) 21daysago,nomatchforwinner Cheekpiecesonfirsttimeandnosurprisetoseehimbuildonthat. TFRHHHII BHA57
3 CAPTAIN BRUCE (IRE) (21) 000151 C D 9-2 (7)
Br Br g Awtaad (IRE) - Seduct (IRE)
O Tom Goodair & Jimmy Kay
Alex Jary (3) J
Nigel Tinkler, Malton T
B Old Carhue Stud Leeds Pallet Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 7f nursery at this track in August and got back on the up tackling a markedly longer trip when winning 5-runner nursery (9/1) at Newcastle(10.2f)21daysagoby31/2lengthsfromLooseConnection,wellontopfinish.Couldhavemoretoofferatthistrip. TFRHHHHI BHA55
4 CAPTAIN CAIRNEY (GB) (3) 60653 9-2 (3)
Br Ch c Sottsass (FR) - Cardiff Cieren Fallon J
O J O’Mulloy and W R Muir
William Muir & Chris Grassick, Lambourn T
B The National Stud Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWMatchedpreviousnurseryformwithfirst-timecheekpiecesappliedwhenthirdof12inaverymodestnursery(10/3)atBath (8f,soft)3daysago,makingupmoregroundthanmost.Longertrip(bySottsass)couldunlocksomeimprovement. TFRHHHII BHA55
5 EL CARRUSEL (GB) (35) 6402
Br B g Advertise - Smitten
(2)
Laura Pearson J
O The Boys Are Back In Town John Ryan, Newmarket T
B Genesis Green Stud Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWAdvertisegeldingattractedsupportandfoundsomeimprovementwhensecondof5onnurserydebutatYarmouth(1m),eventuallyoutstayedbytheodds-on favourite.Interestingtoseeifhecanbuildonthatinfirst-timecheekpiecesbutlongertripaquestionmark.Engaged2.58NewmarketWednesday TFRHHHII BHA53
6 SPORTY SOCKS (GB) (44) 00526 8-12 (6)
Br B f Iffraaj - The Jean Genie Aidan Keeley J
O Miss Caroline Scott William Stone, West Wickham T
B Dr Caroline Scott Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWShowedmorewhensecondonnurserydebutatKempton(8f)butfoundthedropbackintripagainstherwhenwellheldatLeicester(7f,firm)44daysago. Plentyofstaminaonherdam’ssidebutremainstobeseenifshecanmakemoreofanimpactuppedmarkedlyindistance. TFRHHHII BHA51
7 THANH NAM (GB) (12) 00544 BF 8-10 (1)
Br Ch c Without Parole - Millie’s Kiss Pat Cosgrave J
O Four Winds Racing Partnership James Owen, Newmarket T
B Wood Farm Stud (Waresley) Racing Welfare S
TIMEFORMVIEWWithoutParolecoltwhoranhisbestracetodatewhen2lengthsfourthonnurserydebut(7f)atthistrack.Unabletojustifyfavouritisminfirst-time cheekpieces(retained)whenfourthatWolverhampton12daysago,shapingasifworthagooverthissortoftrip.Maydobetterhere TFRHHHHI BHA49
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 4, 7.
Stewards Note:
CAPTAIN CAIRNEY: Following its run on 20/10/2025 it was reported that the horse was slow away
THANH NAM: Following its run on 11/10/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Telfy Boy (IRE), 7-2 Captain Bruce (IRE), 5-1 Thanh Nam (GB), 13-2 El Carrusel (GB), 7-1 Captain Cairney (GB), 8-1 Loose Connection (USA), 25-1 Sporty Socks (GB)
A tight nursery but recent Kempton runner-up TELFY BOY appeals most on first start for a yard who often do well with new recruits. Captain Bruce resumed winning ways on first start over 1 1/4m last time and should go well again, while Thanh Nam could be an improver tackling this longer trip.
Fourth Race 6.15
THE BET AT YOUR BEST WITH BETFAIR NOVICE STAKES
(CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)
for novice three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
CITY SELECTIONS
GOOD OLD DAYS was a promising third when introduced in an Ascot maiden over this trip in May A full-sister to multiple top-level winner Nations Pride, the Gosdens have given her plenty of time to develop and a victory at this stage of her career would present an enviable quandary about where to go next. Solarize’s all-weather experience could make him a bigger danger than the more exposed Goodwood Mogul and Participle.
GOOD OLD DAYS
Solarize
Leading course trainer (20-25): J & T Gosden (37 wins from 135 runners, 27%) runs GOOD OLD DAYS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Haggas (14 wins from 50 runners, 28%) runs SURPRISE RALLY Longest Traveller: SOLARIZE trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 230 miles.
1 GOODWOOD MOGUL (GB) (8) 423234 BF 3 9-7 (3)
Br B g Mohaather - Garabelle (IRE) Oisin Murphy J
O Goodwood Racehorse Owners Group (30) Marcus Tregoning, Whitsbury T
B Shoreham Stud Goodwood Racecourse Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-upforthesecondtimewhenturnedoverat2/7atBathlastmonthandnotinthesameformoverashortertripinfirst-timecheekpieces(removed) whenfourthinaNottinghamnovice(8.3f)8daysago.Hasexperienceonhissideandshouldbeclosertoformbackupintrip. TFRHHHHI BHA78(-2)
2 SOLARIZE (GB) (8) 53 3 9-7 (1)
Br B c Masar (IRE) - Sahraah (USA)
Daniel Muscutt J
O Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Godolphin Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWShowedmuchmorethanondebutwhensteppingupintriptofinishthirdof9innoviceatKempton(12f)8daysago,wentinsnatches fromhalfwaybutclosedinonfirst2lateon.Dropsbackto11/4mherebutshouldcontinuetoimprovewithexperience. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 GOOD OLD DAYS (IRE) (167) 3
Br B f Teofilo (IRE) - Important Time (IRE)
3 9-2 (5)
William Buick J
O Godolphin John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T
B Godolphin Emirates Fly Better S
TIMEFORMVIEWExcellentmiddle-distancepedigreeandshapedwithplentyofpromisewhenthirdof10inastrongfillies’maidenatAscot (10f,firm,12/1)ondebutinMay Offthetracksincebutshecouldbetheonetobeatifalliswellonherreturn. TFRHHHHH BHA-
4 PARTICIPLE (GB) (31) 2-0336
3 9-2 (2)
Br B f Frankel - Present Tense Hector Crouch J
O Juddmonte
Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T
B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Juddmonte Farms Inc S
TIMEFORMVIEWShapedwellwhensecondbehindausefulsortondebutlastsummerbuthasn’tprogressedfromthat.Cheekpiecesonforfirsttime(retained)whenonepaced sixthof11inmaiden(11/2)atLeicester(10f,good)31daysago.Remainstobeseenifshecangetbackontrackonall-weatherdebut. TFRHHHII BHA78
5 SURPRISE RALLY (IRE) (27) 5
3 9-2 (4)
Br B f Iffraaj - Tajamhor (USA) Cieren Fallon J
O Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede
William Haggas, Newmarket T
B Kildaragh Stud The Sporting Life S
TIMEFORMVIEWPedigreeoffershopebutwassentoffat16/1andshapedlikealonger-termprojectwhenlastina5-runnernoviceatNewcastleondebutlastmonth, notknockedabout.Stepsupintriponsecondstartfortopyardbutonlyconsideredifthemarketexpectshertoimprove. TFRHHIII BHADECLARED RUNNERS 5 2024: SALAMANCA 3 9 7 Daniel Muscutt 4-7 (Jane Chapple-Hyam) 5 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.
Stewards Note:
GOOD OLD DAYS: Following its run on 9/5/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.
Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Good Old Days (IRE), 7-2 Participle (GB), 4-1 Goodwood Mogul (GB), Solarize (GB), 16-1 Surprise Rally (IRE)
The form of GOOD OLD DAYS’ debut third has worked out well and she could be the one to beat if all is well following a break. Oisin Murphy is likely to put Goodwood Mogul’s experience to use and he could be a danger, while Participle is yet to build on the promising start she made to her career Solarize drops back to 1 1/4m but remains open to improvement.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GOOD OLD DAYS (IRE) 2.GOODWOOD MOGUL 3.PARTICIPLE
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
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Fifth Race 6.45
THE BETFAIR EXCHANGE BEACONS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000 Owners Prize Money 1st £2890, 2nd £1446, 3rd £722, 4th £361, 5th £181 (Penalty Value £3663.80)
CITY SELECTIONS
Keeping MASSIMO BLUE busy after his win at Southwell narrowly failed to pay off when he was a close second at Wolverhampton under a penalty last Saturday However, the three-year-old did little wrong and was simply outgunned by one who got first run so compensation could await. Shalaa Asker looks a danger after a respectable third over C&D, while Twilight Madness can’t be ruled out from a handy mark.
MASSIMO BLUE Shalaa Asker
Leading course trainer (20-25): R Cowell (26 wins from 192 runners, 14%) runs NAD ALSHIBA SNOW Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P McEntee (3 wins from 10 runners, 30%) runs ALAFDHAL Longest Traveller: TWILIGHT MADNESS trained by S Hodgson, Hook, 103 miles.
1 MASSIMO BLUE (GB) (5) 600012 BF
(2)
Br B g Territories (IRE) - Sinaadi (IRE) Cieren Fallon J
O G4 Contracts George Baker, Epsom T
B Longview Stud & Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWWona6fhandicaponsecondstartfornewyardlastweekandranwellturnedoutquicklyunderapenaltywhensecondof11ina6fhandicapatWolverhampton (13/8)5daysago.Dropsbacktotheminimumtripbuthasn’tlookedshortofspeedandshouldgiveanothergoodaccountunderapenalty. TFRHHHHH BHA60(+8)
2 TWILIGHT MADNESS (GB) (36) 0-00530 D 7 9-9 (7)
Br Ch h Twilight Son - Rhal (IRE)
O Mr P. R. Hedger & P C F Racing Ltd
B Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd
William Carver J
Simon Hodgson, Hook T
TIMEFORMVIEWThirdinasimilarC&DhandicapinMaybutfinishedseventhof9atSandown(5f,heavy)36daysagowhen lookingdecidedlyrustyafter4monthsoff.Couldbemorecompetitivereturnedtotheall-weather TFRHHHII BHA65
3 GENERAL ASSEMBLY (IRE) (14) 004340 D 4 9-7 (5)
Br Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Black Rodded
O Clare Hobson Racing Partnership
B J. Hanly
David Egan J
Clare Hobson, Royston T
Clare Hobson Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW5fall-weatherwinnerearlierthisyearandhasbeeningoodheartwithathirdandfourthatthiscourse,thelatterinaslightlybetterrace.Notin thesameformwhenseventhof9atthisC&D(4/1)14daysagowhenperhapsrustyaftera6-weekbreak.Betterexpectedhere TFRHHHHI BHA63
4 BLUEBELLS BOY (GB) (45) 606536 C D 6 9-7 (4)
Br B g Outstrip - Pompeia
Frederick Larson J
O Mr R. A. Popely Hayley Burton, Newmarket T
B Hever Stud Farm Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Course who was successful 4 times last year for Darryll Holland and confirmed himself back on reasonable heart in three starts for RobertEdderythisseason.Blinkersreturnonfirstrunfornewstableandarrivesonamarkwhichhecanbecompetitivefrom. TFRHHHII BHA63
5 NAD ALSHIBA SNOW (IRE) (14) 2-34600
Br B f Oasis Dream - Lizzie Siddal
O Mr Malih L. Al Basti
(6)
Daniel Muscutt J
Robert Cowell, Newmarket T
B Tinnakill Bloodstock & Jack Cantillon Al Basti Equiworld S
TIMEFORMVIEWShowedbrightspeedonstabledebutinMaybuthasstruggledinhandicaps,faringnobetterwithcheekpiecesrefitted wheneighthof9inaC&Dhandicap14daysago.Markisfreefallbuthasshownlittlesignofcapitalising. TFRHHIII BHA56
6 ALAFDHAL (IRE) (21) 526500 C D 7 8-13 (1)
Br Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Afdhaad
O Ruby Red Racing & Phil McEntee
Grace McEntee J
Phil McEntee, Newmarket T
B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Pula Aircraft Sales S
TIMEFORMVIEW10-timewinnerincluding4winsatthiscoursebuthasn’ttastedsuccesssinceWolverhamptoninJanuary.Probablyneededtherunwhenseventh ina6fhandicapatthistrack3weeksago(carriedheadabitawkwardly)andshouldbeclosertoformwithblinkersbackon. TFRHHHII BHA55
7 SHALAA ASKER (GB) (14) 0-66603
Br B g Shalaa (IRE) - Miracle Seeker
7 8-10 (3)
George Wood J
O Mr John Joseph Smith Charlie Wallis, Ardleigh T
B East Bloodstock Ltd & Deveron Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW3-timewinnerhereinhisyoungerdays Formhadbeenindeclinebutstoppedtheslideafter6monthsoff whenthirdinaC&Dhandicapearlierthismonth.Remainsonahandymarkifhecanbackthatup. TFRHHHHI BHA52
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: AGOSTINO 4 9 8 Daniel Muscutt 10-3 (Robert Cowell) 10 ran
Visor worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 7. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Massimo Blue (GB), 9-2 General Assembly (IRE), Shalaa Asker (GB), 13-2 Alafdhal (IRE), 7-1 Twilight Madness (GB), Bluebells Boy (GB), 16-1 Nad Alshiba Snow (IRE)
MASSIMO BLUE confirmed that he’s right back to his best with a victory at Southwell and second at Wolverhampton last week and he’s fancied to resume winning ways under a penalty. General Assembly was fourth in a higher grade C&D handicap on penultimate start and looks the main danger if returning to that form, while Shalaa Asker ran his best race of the year when third over C&D last time and remains on a handy mark.
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Sixth Race 7.15
THE
HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money 1st £3716, 2nd £1859, 3rd £929, 4th £464, 5th £232 (Penalty Value £4710.60)
CITY SELECTIONS
WAITING ALL NIGHT already has winning form over a mile and appeals under a 5lb penalty for last week’s course success over a furlong shorter The son of Rajasinghe kept on well that day and could again be tough to overhaul if replicating the form. The Godolphin-owned Summer Heat cuts back in distance and is a notable threat with Oisin Murphy taking over in the saddle. Sheikh Raj handles Polytrack and also merits consideration.
WAITING ALL NIGHT
Summer Heat
Leading course trainer (20-25): R Hughes (44 wins from 207 runners, 21%) runs SHEIKH RAJ
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Johnston (5 wins from 45 runners, 11%) runs PACIFIST
Longest Traveller: PACIFIST trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 230 miles.
1 WAITING ALL NIGHT (GB) (7) 466401 C D
Br B g Rajasinghe (IRE) - Goodnightsuzy (IRE)
George Wood J
O Phil Cunningham Richard Spencer, Newmarket T
B Phil Cunningham Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 5/1, improved on recent efforts to win 7-runner handicap at this course (7f) 7 days ago. Carriespenalty.Shouldremaincompetitive.
2 THEME PARK (GB) (46) 005540 D 5 9-12 (6)
Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Queen’s Prize
Alex Jary (3) J
O Martin Webb Racing Nigel Tinkler, Malton T
B Queen Elizabeth II WJ Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 10/1, respectable ninth of 16 in handicap at York (7.9f, good to firm) 46 days ago. Seemingly just goingthroughthemotionsoflatebutisbecomingattractivelyhandicappedinthislowergrade. TFRHHHII BHA73
3 SHEIKH RAJ (IRE) (33) 6-56423 3 9-11 (8)
Br B g Pinatubo (IRE) - Bikini Babe (IRE)
Finley Marsh J
O Jastar Ltd and Murt Khan Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T
B Knocktoran Stud Jastar Capital Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW6/1,goodthirdof11inhandicapatAyr(7.2f,soft)33daysago,nearestatthefinishhavingbeenleft withplentytodo.Respected. TFRHHHHI BHA75
4 SUMMER HEAT (GB) (21) 42362 3 9-10 (4)
Br Ch f Earthlight (IRE) - Discernable Oisin Murphy J
O Godolphin Saeed bin Suroor, Newmarket T
B Godolphin Emirates Fly Better S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 13/2, very good second of 13 in handicap at this course (10f) 21 days ago. Visoron1sttime.Hastobetakenseriouslydroppedbackintrip.
5 DIVINE LEGACY (GB) (35) 2-25203
HHHHH BHA74
(3)
Br B g Siyouni (FR) - God Given Ryan Sexton J
O Martin Hughes & Michael Kerr-Dineen
Julie Camacho, Malton T
B St Albans Bloodstock LLP Old Oak Holdings Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW 9/2, third of 4 in seller at this course (10f) 35 days ago. Visor on 1st time. Can give a good account withoutposingseriousthreattoprincipals.
6 PENFOLDS GRANGE (GB) (22) 303660
(7)
Br B g Time Test - Posh Claret William Carson J
O Mrs M. Elliott
Mark Pattinson, Epsom T
B Grasshopper Bloodstock Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW100/1,firstrunsinceleavingHarryEustacewheneleventhof12inhandicapatKempton(8f)22daysago. Needstoleavethatformwellbehindtofigure.
Br B f Kodiac - Vicugna David Egan J
O Amo Racing Limited Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket T
B SAS Haras Voltaire Sports Invest UK Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWThrice-racedmaiden.7/4,firstrunsinceleavingRaphaelFreirewhenfourthof7innoviceatSouthwell(7.1f)24daysago. Openingmarklooksstiffbutshewaswellbackedlasttime,soanyfurthermarketsupportwouldbeofnote. TFRHHHII BHA71
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 BEAUTY BY MY SIDE (IRE) (17) 255030
Br B f Kodiac - Chantaleen (FR)
9-7 (1)
Cieren Fallon J
O Jolly Jem Syndicate Joseph Parr, Newmarket T
B Michael O’Mahony Joseph Parr Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWLookedtobegoingthewrongwaybeforegettingbackontrackwiththirdof9inhandicapatKemptonPark(22/1)lastmonth.Notatsamelevelwhen seventhof13inhandicapatYarmouth(8f,goodtofirm)17daysago.Cheekpieceson1sttime.Needsacoupleofthesetofalter TFRHHIII BHA71
9 DALMALLY (GB) (24) 654320 D BF 3 9-5 (2)
Br B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Respectfilly
O The Fairy Story Partnership
B Deepwood Farm Stud
Hector Crouch J
Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T
Deepwood Properties S TIMEFORMVIEWGoodsecondof9inhandicapatWindsor(8.1f,good)lastmonthbutfoundhisrunofgoodformcomingtoahaltinfirst-time blinkerswheneighthof10inhandicapatBrighton(8f,good,3/1)24daysago.Needstobounceback. TFR
10 PACIFIST (IRE) (21) 500020 D
Br B f Australia - Queenscliff (IRE)
O Miss D Finkler, A Herd, Dr P Holloway 1
BHA69
3 9-1 (10)
Sean Dylan Bowen J
Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Lisbrook Johnston Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWGoodsecondoverC&Donpenultimatestartbutnotthemostconsistenttypeandwasonlyninthof12 inhandicap(9/1)atNewcastle(8f)21daysago.Otherspreferred.
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
BHA65
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Visor worn first time by No. 4, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.
Stewards Note:
DALMALLY: Following its run on 29/9/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Waiting All Night (GB), 4-1 Summer Heat (GB), 9-2 Sheikh Raj (IRE), 17-2 Theme Park (GB), 9-1 Dalmally (GB), 12-1 Divine Legacy (GB), 16-1 Luminoso (IRE), 18-1 Pacifist (IRE), 33-1 Beauty By My Side (IRE), 150-1 Penfolds Grange (GB)
SUMMER HEAT bumped into a thriving sort over 10f here earlier in the month and gets the nod dropped back to 1m with the eye-catching booking of Murphy. Sheikh Raj produced an encouraging effort from a long way back at Ayr last time and is also shortlisted alongside Waiting All Night, who remains potentially well treated under a penalty.
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Seventh Race 7.45
THE BETFAIR EXCHANGE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000 Owners Prize Money 1st £2890, 2nd £1446, 3rd £722, 4th £361, 5th £181 (Penalty Value £3663.80)
CITY SELECTIONS
This can go the way of HOME AND DRY, who returned from an absence to finish a highly creditable third at Lingfield in June. Given another break since, the seven-year-old may be able to regain the winning thread, with Cieren Fallon an eye-catching booking. It may be recent Lingfield scorer Jack Langley who chases him home on the rise in distance, although Sapphire Sirocco was a promising second on her first go over 2m and is another to note.
HOME AND DRY
Jack Langley
Leading course trainer (20-25): J R Jenkins (17 wins from 183 runners, 9%) runs TILSWORTH SILVER Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): S Dow (2 wins from 7 runners, 29%) runs JACK LANGLEY
Longest Traveller: HOME AND DRY trained by T Faulkner, Devauden, 189 miles.
1 HOME AND DRY (IRE) (140) 42/460-3 CD
(3)
Br Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Pale Mimosa (IRE) Cieren Fallon J
O Mr T. Faulkner Thomas Faulkner, Devauden T
B Merriebelle Irish Farm Ltd Valley Water Services Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 5/1, below-par third of 5 in handicap at Lingfield (15.8f, AW) 140 days ago. Sort to bounceback.
HHHII BHA55
2 JACK LANGLEY (GB) (9) 036251 3 9-7 (in 6lb ex) (2)
Br B g Time Test - Indira Paddy Bradley J
O Mr S. Dow Simon Dow, Epsom T
B Larry Stratton Simon Dow S
TIMEFORMVIEWCareerbestwhenwinning16-runnerhandicap(3/1)atLingfield(12f,AW)9daysago.Carries6lb penaltybutnottakenlightlyoverthislongertrip.
3 WITCH HAZEL (GB) (5) 460046
HHHHI BHA51(+4)
9-5 (4)
Br Ch f Masar (IRE) - Brogan Pat Cosgrave J
O Chasemore Farm Jim Boyle, Epsom T
B Chasemore Farm Chasemore Farm LLP S
TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on for 1st time, sixth of 9 in handicap (8/1) at Wolverhampton (16.6f) 5 days ago, racingclosertopacethanideal.Can’tbedismissedwithheadgearleftoffnow TFRHHHII BHA55(-1)
4 SAPPHIRE SIROCCO (GB) (49) 56-5002
4 9-3 (5)
Br B f Study of Man (IRE) - Saphira’s Fire (IRE) David Egan J
O Mr M. J. Caddy Pat Phelan, Epsom T
B Horizon Bloodstock Ltd Ede’s (UK) Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden but she posted a very good second of 7 in handicap (25/1) at Lingfield (15.8f, AW) 49daysago.Boldshowingisonthecardsoffthesamemark. TFRHHHHH BHA46
5 TILSWORTH SILVER (GB) (16) 000500
4 9-3 (1)
Br Gr g Outstrip - Pallas Finley Marsh J
O Mr M. Ng J. R. Jenkins, Royston T
B Michael Ng Tilsworth Stud Farm S TIMEFORMVIEW150/1andhoodedfor1sttime,lastof7inhandicapatSouthwell(11.1f)16daysago,slowlyaway Significantlyupintripwithworktodo.
TFRHHIII BHA34
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2024: SULLIVAN BAY (IRE) 4 9 6 Aiden Brookes 7-4 (Jim & Suzi Best) 7 ran Hood worn by No. 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.
Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Jack Langley (GB), 5-2 Home And Dry (IRE), 11-4 Sapphire Sirocco (GB), 10-1 Witch Hazel (GB), 40-1 Tilsworth Silver (GB)
SAPPHIRE SIROCCO can race off the same mark as when a very good Lingfield second last time out and remains unexposed over staying trips so edges the vote in this tight-knit handicap. Recent Lingfield scorer Jack Langley is feared most under a 6lb penalty with Witch Hazel and Home And Dry both in the mix too.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SAPPHIRE SIROCCO 2.JACK LANGLEY 3.WITCH HAZEL
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1st 3rd
2nd 4th
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Thursday 30th October 2025
Thursday Nights Series
Eighth Race 8.15
THE BETFAIR SAFER GAMBLING TOOLS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000
Owners Prize Money 1st £2890, 2nd £1446, 3rd £722, 4th £361, 5th £181 (Penalty Value £3663.80)
Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
CITY SELECTIONS
Stepping back up to a mile could be just what the doctor ordered for CHLOE’S COURAGE after a strong runner-up effort over 7f at Brighton, where she kept on well late in the piece. A determined winner over C&D, for which he has been raised 2lb, Cinderella Man is a key player along with Kessaar Power, who scored over track and trip on his penultimate start. Others to note include Hock Eye The Noo, Monks Mead and Tonal.
CHLOE’S COURAGE Cinderella Man
Leading course trainer (20-25): M Appleby (60 wins from 485 runners, 12%) runs ZARAMARA
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Owen (8 wins from 47 runners, 17%) runs BEAUTIFUL DAWN
Longest Traveller: HOCK EYE THE NOO trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 230 miles.
1 CINDERELLA MAN (IRE) (14) 405561 CD 4 9-9 (8)
Br B g Kodiac - Tarasila (IRE) Paddy Bradley J
O Mr J. P. Allen Pat Phelan, Epsom T
B Tinnakill Bloodstock & Jack Cantillon Ede’s (UK) Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Gotoffthemarkwithacareerbestin8-runner handicapoverC&D14daysago.Remainsquitelow mileagesohe’salikelyplayernudgedup2lb.
2 KESSAAR POWER (IRE) (3) 324
TFRHHHHH BHA54
(6)
Br B g Kessaar (IRE) - Lady Willpower David Egan J
O Michelle Hancox Phil McEntee, Newmarket T
B Tally-Ho Stud Back2Back Printwear Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWTookthis12monthsagoandalsoscoredhereinOctoberbuthecameinlastof9inhandicapatBath (8f,heavy)3daysago.Needstobouncebackundera5lbpenalty. TFRHHHII BHA49(+5)
3 CAPTAIN CESS (IRE) (52) 03-3340
(13)
Br B g Profitable (IRE) - Artisanne (IRE) Cieren Fallon J
O Mrs P. Goodwin Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn T
B Denis McDonnell Tote S TIMEFORMVIEW18/1,lastof12inhandicapatWindsor(8.1f,soft)52daysago.Makespolytrackdebut.Cheekpieces backon. TFRHHIII BHA55
4 HOCK EYE THE NOO (GB) (17) 060445
(12)
Br B f Bow Creek (IRE) - Attima Sean Dylan Bowen J
O Kingsley Park Owners Club Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Friar Ings Stud Ltd Johnston Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWCheekpiecesonfor1sttime,creditablefifthof12inhandicap(4/1)atWolverhampton(8.6f)17daysago. Inthemixwithheadgearagainsported. TFRHHHII BHA55
5 FIRST ENCOUNTER (GB) (16) 010300 C D
Br B g Le Brivido (FR) - Miss Meticulous
O The LAM Partnership
9-7 (4)
Daniel Muscutt J
John Gallagher, Moreton-In-Marsh T
B Pinnacle Bloodstock Ltd Pinnacle Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Latest win at Salisbury in July Visored for 1st time, last of 10 in handicap at Brighton (9.9f,goodtosoft,9/2)16daysago.Blinkersbackonnow TFR
6 PISTRUCCI (IRE) (87) 663000
(3)
Br B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Tooreen Katie (IRE) Finley Marsh J
O Velocity Racing Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T
B Denis McDonnell
TIMEFORMVIEW12/1,pulledupinjuvenilehurdleatStratford(16.3f,good)17daysago.Makespolytrackdebutwith cheekpiecesbackon. TFRHHIII BHA54
7 TONAL (FR) (70) 0-04030 BF 5 9-6 (2)
Br B g Siyouni (FR) - Oceanique (USA)
Ryan Kavanagh (5) J
O Sue Howell Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
B Wertheimer & Frere Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWTwelverunssincelastwinin2024 Belowformeighthof13inhandicapatChepstow(8.1f,good,11/4) 70daysago.Needstogetbackontrack. TFRHHHII BHA51
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 MONKS MEAD (GB) (65) 023633
(9)
Br Gr g Outstrip - Abbotsfield (IRE) Kevin Stott J
O Rowdown Racing Partnership
Mark Usher, Lambourn T
B Llety Farms Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Twenty runs since last win in 2023 Respectable third of 8 in
(8f,goodtofirm,7/4)65daysago.Nottakenlightly
9 BEAUTIFUL DAWN (IRE) (3) 334030 D
(5)
Br Ch f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Balakera (IRE) Pat Cosgrave J
O On The Bridle Racing James Owen, Newmarket T
B Sebastian Curran
TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty three runs since last win in 2024 11/2, eighth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 3daysago.Visorbackonwithmorerequired.
10 HANNAHS STORY (IRE) (625) 000-
(7)
Br Ch f Footstepsinthesand - Sweet Martoni George Wood J
O Ben pay and Carter Roofing Solutions LTD
B Thistletown Stud & K. Sneath
Sarah Humphrey, West Wratting T
TIMEFORMVIEWThrice-racedmaidenonFlat.PulledupinnovicehurdleatWorcester(16f,good,200/1)64daysago. FirstrunforyardafterleavingJoanneThomason-Murphywithworktodo.
11 CHLOE’S COURAGE (GB) (7) 6-53632
Br B f Iffraaj - Desert Shine (IRE)
O Mr Gerry McGladery
B Mr G McGladery
8-13 (1)
Laura Pearson J
John Ryan, Newmarket T
TIMEFORMVIEWCreditablesecondof14inhandicapatBrighton(7f,goodtofirm,28/1)7daysago.Makespolytrackdebut. Needsconsidering.
BHA47
12 ZARAMARA (GB) (33) 465060 3 8-13 (10)
Br B f Land Force (IRE) - Mops Angel Dominique van der Kraats (7) J
O Mick Appleby Racing Michael Appleby, Oakham T
B Michael Appleby Trade Access Panels Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ninth of 10 in handicap (22/1) at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 33 days ago. Makes polytrack debut. Somethingtofindonform.
13 POKE THE BEAR (IRE) (7) 0606-04
3 8-11 (11)
Br B g Eqtidaar (IRE) - Anaakeed Frederick Larson J
O Miss Hayley Burton Hayley Burton, Newmarket T
B Oristown Stud Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Tongue strap on for 1st time, good fourth of 10 to Kessaar Power in handicap at this C&D (80/1) 7daysago,nearestfinish.Notruledout. TFRHHHII BHA42(+1)
DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2024: KESSAAR POWER (IRE) 4 9 7 Luke Morris 16-1 (Phil McEntee) 10 ran Hood worn by No. 10 Blinkers worn by No. 5. Visor worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 13 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4, 6, 7, 11
Stewards Note:
TONAL: Following its run on 14/8/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
HANNAHS STORY: Following its run on 20/8/2025 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Cinderella Man (IRE), 13-2 Monks Mead (GB), 15-2 Kessaar Power (IRE), Tonal (FR), 17-2 Hock Eye The Noo (GB), Chloe’s Courage (GB), 10-1 Beautiful Dawn (IRE), 16-1 First Encounter (GB), 28-1 Poke The Bear (IRE), 33-1 Pistrucci (IRE), 40-1 Captain Cess (IRE), 100-1 Hannahs Story (IRE), Zaramara (GB)
This can go the way of CINDERELLA MAN who opened his account over C&D recently and is taken to defy a 2lb weights rise with relatively few miles still on the clock. C&D scorer Monks Mead heads the list of dangers with Chloe’s Courage, Tonal and Hock Eye The Noo in the picture too.
Important Information
ABANDONMENT
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ACCESSIBILITY
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ADMISSION
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ALCOHOL
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BETTING
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DOGS
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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.
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PHOTOGRAPHY
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REFUSING ADMISSION
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TERMS & CONDITIONS
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1. All persons visiting Chelmsford City Racecourse and its associated properties are admitted subject to these Regulations and to the “Rules of Racing” that apply to all licensed racecourses across the UK.
2. Chelmsford City Racecourse reserves the right to vary its regulations without prior notice.
3. Chelmsford City Racecourse reserves the right to search racegoers and/or their bags. Any sharp objects or potentially destructive possessions will be confiscated.
4. All coaches may be searched for security reasons. It is the responsibility of all coach and group coordinators to ensure that each member of their party is aware individually of our Regulations.
5. Racegoers are not permitted to enter areas or buildings associated with the running of the event and any other area, building or section of a building where restricted access is signed. These include, among others, the Weighing Room complex, data collection areas, the Race-day stables, the horsebox park, the officials’ car parks, the Saddling Boxes, the Parade Rings, the Winners Enclosure and the Broadcast and Media Offices.
6. Entry to the racecourse is restricted to persons of over 18 unless accompanied by an adult. Persons aged 16 and under may only enter the Parade Ring (if holding an appropriate Owners badge) with an adult, and no-one of 12 years of age and under may enter the Parade Ring or Winners Enclosure in any circumstances.
7. Chelmsford City Racecourse reserves the right to refuse admission or eject any race-goer whose conduct is unacceptable or compromises the safety of race-goers, participants and horses. There will be no refunds for day tickets or annual badges when the holder has been asked to leave in these circumstances.
8. Annual badges will be numbered and are non-transferable. We reserve the right to request secondary identification material from annual badge and season-ticket holders.
9. No refunds will be given for badges, tickets or pro rata amounts of annual memberships and season tickets that are purchased but not used, except if racing is abandoned in the circumstances detailed below.
10 Chelmsford City Racecourse may abandon racing when directed by the British Horseracing Authority, the police or emergency services, or in any emergency or other exceptional circumstances beyond our reasonable control. If racing is abandoned, day ticket refunds will be applied as follows: Abandonment before completion of the first race – full refund; Abandonment up to the third race 50%; Abandonment other than as above – no refund. REFUNDS CANNOT BE PROCESSED ON RACEDAYS. Advance tickets will be automatically refunded via the original payment method. Tickets bought on the day should be posted with any receipts to: Accounts Department, Chelmsford City Racecourse, Great Leighs, Chelmsford, ESSEX, CM3 1QP and should be received within 28 days from the race meeting. Hospitality clients should telephone Chelmsford City Racecourse directly on 01245 360300. Only valid betting badge-holders occupying an authorised pitch may lay bets. Any unauthorised bookmakers will be ejected.
11. Mobile phones or any other communications device must not be used whilst on the racecourse to communicate with anyone outside the racecourse for the purpose of, or in connection with, any betting. This includes in-running back/lay betting. Only valid betting badge-holders occupying an authorised pitch may lay bets. Any unauthorised bookmakers will be ejected
Race Conditions
First Race 4.45 - THE FLUTTER PROUDLY SUPPORTING PANCREATIC CANCER UK EBF RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands B, C and D) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which are in Bands B, C and D. Enter by noon, October 17th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 21st. 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 C from Band B 2lb Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). 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 £40. - Closed October 17th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 5.15 - THE “TIMEFORM SPRINT SERIES QUALIFIER” HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Timeform Sprint Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4710 to the winning horse The second to receive £2210, the third £1104, the fourth £552 and the fifth £275. for three yrs old only, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below). £40 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 21st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after October 11th, 2025, for each race won 6lb 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 Horses which are placed in the first six in this race (or any division of this race) will qualify for the 2025 TIMEFORM SPRINT SERIES FINAL to be run on Thursday, 18 December, 2025. (In the event of the abandonment of a Qualifier, any horse which had been declared to run in that race , or any horse entered to run in that race if the time of abandonment was prior to the declaration stage, will be qualified to enter the Final) 18 entries, at £40. - Closed October 17th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 5.45 - THE BETFAIR PLAYS DIFFERENT NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for two yrs old only, Rated 0-65. Enter by noon, October 17th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 21st. Lowest weight 8st 3lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after October 11th, 2025, for each race won 6lb 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 9 entries at £30.Closed October 17th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 6.15 - THE BET AT YOUR BEST WITH BETFAIR NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for novice three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, October 17th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 21st. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 8lb; fillies 9st 3lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 5lb For each other race won 7lb (Where appropriate, median auction and auction Novice or Maiden races will carry the same penalty as Restricted races) (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). 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 9 entries at £40. - Closed October 17th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 6.45 - THE BETFAIR EXCHANGE BEACONS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £30 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 21st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after October 11th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 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 10 entries, at £30. - Closed October 17th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 7.15 - THE betting.betfair.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4710 to the winning horse The second to receive £2210, the third £1104, the fourth £552 and the fifth £275. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below). £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. October 21st. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after October 11th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 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 24 entries, at £45. - Closed October 17th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) SS SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 7.45 - THE BETFAIR EXCHANGE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £30 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 21st. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 3lb; 3-y-o 8st 10lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 5lb Penalties, after October 11th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 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 10 entries, 1 at £6 and 9 at £30. - Closed October 17th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE. Eighth Race 8.15 - THE BETFAIR SAFER GAMBLING TOOLS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £30 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 21st. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st; 3-y-o 8st 11lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 3-y-o 9st 6lb Penalties, after October 11th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 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 £30.Closed October 17th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE.
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