Chelmsford City Racecard - Thursday 3rd April by Weatherbys

THURSDAY 3RD APRIL 2025

Officials

Thursday 3rd April 2025

RACEDAY OFFICIALS

CHIEF STEWARD

Tony McGlone STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR

Sarah Ellison TRAINEE STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR

Caroline Holliday STEWARDS

Ben Ford, Tomas O’Brien, Gwen Thomas STARTERS

William Jardine

Kieran O’Shea JUDGE

Paul Champion

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Jeremy Lind

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Julie Lingham, Suzanne Feltham, Sam Davis MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr Ross Worthington

Dr Meg Hardman

VETERINARY OFFICERS

Stuart Thorne

Amy Hawthorn

VETERINARY SURGEONS

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

Patrick Traill BSc BVSc MRCVS

Ben Gibson BVSc MRCVS COMMENTATOR

Tony Ennis

BETTING RING MANAGER

Mike Steven

RACECOURSE TEAM

RACING DIRECTOR

Neil Graham COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR

Nathan Holmes

CLERK OF THE COURSE

Shelley Wheeler DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD

Sarah Ridgway

TONIGHT’S RACING

First Race 5:25pm 12 - 13 Second Race 6:00pm 16 - 17 Third Race 6:30pm 20 - 21 Fourth Race 7:00pm 24 - 25 Fifth Race 7:30pm 30 - 31

Sixth Race 8:00pm 34 - 35

Seventh Race 8:30pm 38 - 39

TONIGHT’S SPONSOR

Welcome to Chelmsford City Racecourse

Our feature race this evening is The bet365 Cardinal Conditions Stakes for 3 year olds only, over 1 mile with total prize money of £100,000 on offer. This race has grown in stature year-on-year since its inception in 2019 with this year’s race looking the strongest so far.

Of the seven runners tonight, four of them are rated over 100 with Yaroogh setting the standard with a rating of 106; he is a Listed race winner and Group placed over 7 furlongs, tonight being his ﬁrst attempt at a mile. Luther is a Listed race winner over a mile, Detain is a two-time winner, Wolf of Badenoch is a winner and Group 2 placed, Port of Light won by 5 lengths last time out at Chelmsford, Hott Shott is a two-time winner and Quai de Bethune is a winner and was only beaten a length by Hott Shott.

It promises to be a great race, so come out to see them in the paddock and make your pick.

Good luck and I hope you have a lovely evening - win, lose or draw!

Neil Graham Racing Director

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

How to Read Your Racecard

Horse number on saddlecloth

Horse Name Sire

No of days since last race

Jockey’s Name. 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

Weight St-Lbs Dam Age Damsire

7 PARK LANE DANCER (IRE) (11)

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

O Simon Mulvany & Partner

Owner(s)

colours and graphic

Draw

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.

Owner(s)

Breeder

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

Trainer

TFRHHIII BHA-

Sponsor Form Comment

Timeform Rating

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 RACING VALUE AT BET365 APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for four 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

HIJO DE LA LUNA was only narrowly denied when runner-up over this trip at Newcastle last week and the ﬁve-year-old is very hard to oppose off the same mark. Tactical Control also hit the crossbar on his most recent outing and the switch to a ﬁrst-time visor may spark some progression. Night Arc edges out the returning Stintino Sunset to be the pick of the remainder.

Tactical Control

Leading course trainer (20-25): T Carroll (22 wins from 200 runners, 11%) runs CRYPTOS DREAM Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Boughey (3 wins from 19 runners, 16%) runs IT’S TIM

Weightwatcher: FOINIX won off a handicap mark of 55, his rating is now down 6lb to 49. Longest Traveller: BALQAA trained by S Barclay, Garstang, 254 miles.

1 STINTINO SUNSET (GB) (147) 254124- CD 5 9-9 (7)

Br B m Twilight Son - Sunset Kitty (USA)

Chloe Lyons (7) J

O The Stevedores Julia & Shelley Birkett, Newmarket T

B S. Clarke, G. Parsons & A. Wideson Birkett Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Creditable fourth of 9 in handicap (18/1) at Southwell (12.1f) 5 months ago, nearest ﬁnish.Admirablyconsistentwhenlastseenandcanpickupfromwheresheleftoff.

2 NIGHT ARC (GB) (22) 000-052 D 6 9-8 (3)

Br B h Twilight Son - Gymnaste (IRE)

O Mr B. R. Johnson

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Warren Fentiman (5) J

Brett Johnson, Epsom T

TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2023 13/2, returned to form down in grade when second of 12 in handicapatWolverhampton(8.6f)justover3weeksago,albeitnomatchforwinner TFRHHHII BHA54

3 IT’S TIM (GB) (13) 6605 4 9-8 (11)

Br Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Yoga (IRE)

O Shylock

Jack Callan (7) J

George Boughey, Newmarket T

B Niarchos Family George Boughey Racing Ltd, Star Sports Bet S

TIMEFORM VIEW 66/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, failed to progress when ﬁfth of 8 on handicap debut at Southwell(8.1f)13daysago.Upintrip. TFRHHHII BHA54

4 DUBAI IMMO (IRE) (105) 100350- CD

Br Ch g The Gurkha (IRE) - Bright Glow

6 9-7 (8)

Ashley Lewis (7) J

O Mrs E. Lucey-Butler Paddy Butler, Lewes T

B Bright Glow Syndicate

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner 12/1, below form when tenth of 11 in handicap at this course (14f) back in December Backdownintrip.Handicappergivenhimachancebutneedstoshowmore. TFRHHIII BHA53

5 TACTICAL CONTROL (GB) (7) 6600-32 4 9-6 (12)

Br B g Land Force (IRE) - Basque Beauty Luke Catton J

O Ms Ciera McKeown B F Brookhouse, Newmarket T

B Rachel Countess of Coventry Tote S TIMEFORMVIEW6/1andblinkeredfor1sttime,ranbetterthanforawhilehavingbeenrushedforwardfromhiswidedrawwhensecondof10 inhandicapatWolverhampton(8.6f)7daysago.Visoron1sttime.Remainswelltreatedonhisbestform. TFRHHHHI BHA52(+1)

6 CRYPTOS DREAM (IRE) (22) 501-665 C D

Br B m Elzaam (AUS) - Lough Mist (IRE)

(5)

Jack Doughty J

O Dallas Racing and Associate Tony Carroll, Cropthorne T

B Michael G. Holden

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. Latest win at Wolverhampton in November. Fared little better when ﬁfth of 7 in handicapatlattertrack(9.5f,14/1)22daysago.Intherightgradenowatleast. TFRHHHII BHA52

7 GLOBAL RESOLVE (IRE) (55) 05020-6

(4)

Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Laurelita (IRE) Sean Dylan Bowen J

O Mr Charlie Pigram P. Charalambous & J. Clutterbuck, Newmarket T

B Manister House Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW80/1,madeaninauspiciousstartoverhurdleswithusualheadgeardiscardedwhenpulledupinnoviceatFakenham(16f,goodtosoft) 20daysago.Finishedrunner-uponhisonlypreviousstarthereinNovemberandcangetinvolvedfromthesamemark. TFRHHHHH BHA52

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

HIJO DE LA LUNA

8 OYAMAL (GB) (19) 200-000

5 9-6 (6)

Br Ch g Mukhadram - Sensationally Grace McEntee J

O Michelle Hancox Phil McEntee, Newmarket T

B Meon Valley Stud

Back2Back Printwear Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW 20/1, had the run of the race but continued to struggle for form when seventh of 8 in handicap at Southwell(12.1f)19daysago.Tonguestraponfor1sttime. TFRHHIII BHA52

9 BALQAA (GB) (42) 434-355 D 7 9-5 (1)

Br B m Cable Bay (IRE) - Angels Wings (IRE) Zak Wheatley J

O Kettledrum Racing Stella Barclay, Garstang T

B Highclere Stud & Jake Warren Ltd Lancashire Racing Stables Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable ﬁfth of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (8f, 15/2) 6 weeks ago, unable to sustain effort. Upintrip.Each-wayclaims. TFRHHHII BHA51

10 FOINIX (GB) (10) 4-06P44 CD

5 9-3 (13)

Br B g Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Yeah Baby Yeah (IRE) Joe Leavy J

O Mildean Racing & Rachel L Field

B Winterbeck Manor Stud

Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes T

TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinner 13/2,creditablefourthof12inminoreventatLingﬁeld(12f,AW)10daysago.

49(-1)

11 HIJO DE LA LUNA (GER) (9) 3025-52 5 9-3 (10)

Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Hey Little Gorl (GER) Rhys Elliott (5) J

O Mr Richard C. Pearson

B Gestut Gorlsdorf

Simon West, Middleham T

The Injured Jockeys Fund S

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 20 Flat runs. Showed more than he had on stable debut when second of 7 inhandicapatNewcastle(10.2f,6/1)9daysago.Inthemixwitharepeat.

12 CRACKING FILLY (GB) (35) 0603-55 5 9-2 (9)

Br Ch m Cracksman - Hot Ticket (IRE)

Ben Sanderson J

O Radlett Racing Dean Ivory, Radlett T

B M. J. Yarrow Dean Ivory Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Returned to form but typically didn’t look straightforward under pressure when ﬁfth of 11 in handicap (33/1)atthisC&D5weeksago.Stillchasingaﬁrstwinandotherslookmoresolid.

13 FOREST HAZE (GB) (31) 450-060

BHA48

5 9-1 (2)

Br B m Garswood - Rhythmical Taryn Langley (7) J

O Mr W. Prosser Peter Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket T

B William Prosser Fairlawns Racing Ltd, Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW 100/1, seventh of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 31 days ago, slowly away First run for yardafterleavingMartinDunne. TFRHHIII BHA47

DECLARED RUNNERS 13

2024: MC’TED 6 9 2 Alice Bond 9-2 (Joseph Parr) 10 ran Visor worn ﬁrst time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 8. Hood worn by No. 1, 12 Blinkers worn by No. 6, 10 Visor worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 11

Stewards Note: DUBAI IMMO: Following its run on 19/12/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Tactical Control (GB), 6-1 Night Arc (GB), 13-2 Hijo de La Luna (GER), 17-2 Foinix (GB), 10-1 Balqaa (GB), 12-1 Stintino Sunset (GB), 16-1 It’s Tim (GB), Cryptos Dream (IRE), Global Resolve (IRE), 20-1 Cracking Filly (GB), 40-1 Dubai Immo (IRE), Oyamal (GB), Forest Haze (GB)

Plenty in with a squeak and it could be worth taking a chance on GLOBAL RESOLVE, who was runner-up over C&D back in November and returns after an inauspicious start over hurdles with the excellent Sean Dylan Bowen in the plate. Heading up the dangers is Tactical Control, who found just one too good at Wolverhampton last week and remains well treated on his best form, with Hijo de la Luna and Night Arc taken to ﬁght out minor honours.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GLOBAL RESOLVE (IRE) 2.TACTICAL CONTROL 3.HIJO DE LA LUNA (GER)

RACE RESULT TIME: DISTANCE: 1st 3rd 2nd 4th

Position of Stalls

6f - Centre

Remainder - Inside

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Second Race 6.00

THE WATCH LIVE RACING AT BET365 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPlus RACE)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £11000 Owners Prize Money 1st £4542, 2nd £2272, 3rd £1135, 4th £568, 5th £284 (Penalty Value £5757.40)

CITY SELECTIONS

PARADOXICAL’s winning run came to an end when a close second over an extended mile at Wolverhampton 10 days ago. That said, he’s 2lb lower here and it would be no surprise to see him score once again. Shahbaz also ﬁlled the runner-up spot at the same venue on his most recent outing and Ian Williams’ gelding should not be underestimated. The shortlist is completed by Free Speech and Cavalry Call.

PARADOXICAL Shahbaz

Leading course trainer (20-25): C Johnston (27 wins from 141 runners, 19%) runs CURRAN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Hannon (5 wins from 18 runners, 28%) runs ODIN LEGACY

Weightwatcher: THREE YORKSHIREMEN won off a handicap mark of 65, his rating is now down 5lb to 60.

Longest Traveller: CURRAN trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 230 miles.

1 PARADOXICAL (IRE) (10) 311112

(9)

Br B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Love And Laughter (IRE) Warren Fentiman (5) J

O Youlneverdrinkalone Jennie Candlish, Leek T

B K. and Mrs Cullen PRA World Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded 4-timer at Wolverhampton between February and March, before only losing out to another in-form rivalwhensecondof8inhandicapatthesamecourse(8.6f,3/1)10daysago.Leadingcontender TFRHHHHH BHA78(+4)

2 FREE SPEECH (IRE) (187) 233116- CD 4 9-8 (8)

Br Ch f Masar (IRE) - Lady Liberty (IRE) Hector Crouch J

O The Serendipity Partnership Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Tattersalls S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who recorded back-to-back victories at Pontefract and Haydock last year Lesser effort when sixth of 7 in handicapatHaydock(14f,heavy,10/3)inSeptember,butshe’scapableofgettinginvolvedifreadytogoonreturn. TFRHHHII BHA77

3 ODIN LEGACY (IRE) (159) 03/3350-

Br B c Kodiac - Fikrah

(3)

Leavy (3) J

O Stall Perlen Ab Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

B Ms Alice Fitzgerald TIMEFORMVIEWPlacedbothstartsatthiscourseandgoodthirdonhandicapdebutatSandown.Belowformlast2outings,tenthof11 atNewbury(10f,heavy,25/1)inOctober,buthe’sinterestingbackhereonreturnwithblinkersadded. TFRHHHHI BHA76

4 TIMELESS CHARM (IRE) (63) 12/500-0

Br Ch f Nathaniel (IRE) - Elbereth

O Amo Racing Limited

B David Taylor

(7)

David Egan J

Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket T

Sports Invest UK Ltd, KPF Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfulondebutbuthasyettoshowmuchinhandicaps,makingﬁrststartsinceleavingGeorgeBoughey wheneighthof9atSouthwell(12.1f,17/2)63daysago.Othersmorepersuasive. TFRHHIII BHA76

5 CURRAN (IRE) (196) 003545- D

(1)

Br Ch g Gleneagles (IRE) - Tipitena Joe Fanning J

O Mrs S Russell & A M Russell

Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Gerrardstown House Stud Johnston Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWWontwiceasa2-y-obutwithoutavictoryinhandicapslastyear,ﬁfthof7atPontefract(12f,goodtoﬁrm,8/1)when lastseeninSeptember Markhasfallenfurther,thoughmoreneededtotakeadvantage(hashadwindop). TFRHHHII BHA74

6 GOLDEN CIRCET (IRE) (185) 6/34010- D 5 9-5 (4)

Br Ch g Rajj (IRE) - Rosilipscurvehips

O Mr W Trenchard, A Coupland & If Only Ptn

B Lisheen Stud

Luke Morris J

Jim & Suzi Best, Lewes T

TIMEFORMVIEWClonmelmaidenwinnerinSeptember,butfailedtorepeatthateffortwheneighthof14inhandicapatDownRoyal(12.8f, soft,11/1)nexttime.Off6monthsaheadofﬁrstrunsinceleavingW.McCreery.Tonguestrapon1sttime. TFRHHIII BHA74

7 CAVALRY CALL (IRE) (29) 020-406 4 9-4 (6)

Br B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Michael’s Song (IRE)

O The Royal Ascot Racing Club

Jack Mitchell J

Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T

B Knockainey Stud Royal Ascot Racing Club S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran well when fourth at Southwell in January. Not in the same form both starts since, sixth of 13 in handicapatKempton(8f,11/1)29daysago,thoughhe’snotruledoutashegoesupintrip. TFRHHHII BHA73

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

8 SHAHBAZ (IRE) (26) 000-302

Br Gr g Free Eagle (IRE) - Middle Persia

O Crown Racing

5 9-2 (5)

Billy Loughnane J

Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Skymarc Farm Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWSolevictorycamebackin2022,butplacedforthesecondtimein3startswhensecondof10inhandicap(9/1) atWolverhampton(9.5f)26daysago.Notlongwithcurrentyardandhecouldbethereaboutsoncemore. TFRHHHHI BHA71

9 THREE YORKSHIREMEN (IRE) (26) 500-000 CD 5 8-5 (2)

Br B g Massaat (IRE) - House of Roses

O Michael Wigham & ID Heerowa

Kieran O’Neill J

Michael Wigham, Newmarket T

B McCracken Farms Pandora X Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinnerayearagobuthasstruggledforformsince,eighthof9inhandicapatWolverhampton(7.2f,100/1) 26daysago.Cheekpiecesreappliedashegoesbackupintrip,thoughhasenoughtoproveatpresent. TFRHHIII BHA60

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2024: AVON LIGHT 4 9 3 Lewis Edmunds 10-1 (William Muir & Chris Grassick) 6 ran Blinkers worn ﬁrst time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 6.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 7, 9. Running for the ﬁrst time since Gelding No. 6. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 5.

Stewards Note:

FREE SPEECH: Following its run on 28/9/2024 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by riding tactics.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Paradoxical (IRE), 4-1 Shahbaz (IRE), 6-1 Cavalry Call (IRE), 8-1 Free Speech (IRE), 11-1 Odin Legacy (IRE), 14-1 Curran (IRE), 16-1 Timeless Charm (IRE), 18-1 Golden Circet (IRE), 28-1 Three Yorkshiremen (IRE)

PARADOXICAL has been thriving since the application of cheekpieces, denied in his bid for the 5-timer but ﬁnishing clear of the rest when runner-up at Wolverhampton last time, so he is taken to resume winning ways in his current form. Shahbaz has been heading back in the right direction for his current yard and is feared most, ahead of Odin Legacy.

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Third Race 6.30

THE BET365 RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (FOR HORSES IN BANDS C AND D) (GBB RACE)

for maiden three, four and ﬁve yrs old x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20)

CITY SELECTIONS

WALNUT outran big odds when ﬁlling third place on his racecourse bow over 6f at Wolverhampton last month. With the beneﬁt of that experience, the three-year-old could be hard to beat here Cape Sovereign showed ability as a juvenile and has to be noted having had gelding and wind operations since his latest appearance in September. Any market support for Honest Courtesan on her debut would be interesting.

WALNUT Cape Sovereign

Leading course trainer (20-25): R Hughes (39 wins from 198 runners, 20%) runs MC MOAN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Hughes (4 wins from 16 runners, 25%) runs MC MOAN

Longest Traveller: EL COBRE FUEGO trained by N Tinkler, Malton, 216 miles.

1 EL COBRE FUEGO (GB) (22) 00-32 3 9-5 (3)

Br Ch g Sergei Prokoﬁev (CAN) - Rebecca de Winter Faye McManoman J

O Dearing Plastics, Paul Burdett & Partner Nigel Tinkler, Malton T

B Mark & Connie Burton Alexanders York S

TIMEFORMVIEWVerygoodsecondof6inmaiden(12/1)atNewcastle(5f)22daysago.Makespolytrackdebutand repeatofthatformwillseehimthereabouts.

2 MC MOAN (IRE) (23) 6 3 9-5 (1)

Br B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Tilthe End of Time (IRE)

Finley Marsh J

O Thames Boys Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T

B Trevor Stewart & James Hanly Agetur (UK) Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWSixthof8inmaidenatWolverhampton(6.1f,11/1)ondebut23daysago.

3 SIR KENNY (GB) (7) 0-0 3 9-5 (6)

Br Ch g Kendargent (FR) - Pernickety Kyle Strydom J

O DC Racing - Kenny

Dylan Cunha, Newmarket T

B Mr & Mrs A. E. Pakenham TIMEFORMVIEWTwice-racedgelding.Seventhof8inmaiden(125/1)atthiscourse(6f)7daysago. TFRHHIII

4 CAPE SOVEREIGN (IRE) (197) (2lb) 4334- 3 9-3 (8)

Br B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Cape Elizabeth (IRE)

O Hambleton Racing Ltd XLVII

Jamie Spencer J

Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

B Minch Bloodstock Hambleton Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWBackwardstepwhenfourthof9inmaidenatBeverley(5f,goodtoﬁrm,11/10).Off6months.Makes polytrackdebutandheshouldbeabigfactoratthislevel.

HHHHI BHA72

5 GORGEOUS MR GEORGE (IRE) (23) (2lb) 62 3 9-3 (7)

Br Ch g Galileo Gold - Littlevix (IRE)

O The Gorgeous Gang

B Tally-Ho Stud

Morgan Cole (5) J

Dylan Cunha, Newmarket T

TIMEFORMVIEWTwice-racedgelding.Secondof6inmaidenatSouthwell(5f,13/2)23daysago,clearofrest. TFRHHHII BHA-

6 WALNUT (GB) (23) (2lb) 3 3

Br Ch g Rumble Inthejungle (IRE) - Psychic’s Dream

(4)

Brandon Wilkie (5) J

O T. J. Kent T. J. Kent, Newmarket T

B Llety Farms TIMEFORMVIEWPromisingtype.Thirdof8inmaiden(33/1)atWolverhampton(6.1f)ondebut23daysago,showing plentyofspeed.Canbuildonthatencouragingrun.

7 A DAY IN BLOOM (IRE) (-) (2lb)

TFRHHHHH BHA-

(5)

Br B f Ulysses (IRE) - Kicker Rock Dylan Hogan J

O Mr Colin Westley Jack Jones, Newmarket T

B Hunting Hill Stud Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWUlyssesﬁlly Half-sisterto3winners,including5fwinnerBeauRocand5f/6fwinnerRushcuttersBay Dam,rantwice,closelyrelatedto1mwinnerHighMaintenance.

TFRHHHII BHA-

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

8 HONEST COURTESAN (IRE) (-) (2lb) 3 8-12 (2)

Br B f Kodiac - Mistress of Venice Hollie Doyle J

O The Racing Co-Op Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T

B Mistress Of Venice Syndicate

TIMEFORM VIEW Kodiac ﬁlly Dam, 5f winner (stayed 6f), out of half-sister to useful 5.5f/6.5f winner Tayseer Cheekpiecesonandmakesplentyofappealforyardwithsuperbrecordwithnewcomers. TFRHHHHI BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2024: CAPO VATICANO (IRE) 3 9 0 Rob Hornby 7-4 (Andrew Balding) 5 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 8. Running for the ﬁrst time since Gelding No. 4.

Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 4.

Stewards Note: WALNUT: Following its run on 11/3/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Walnut (GB), 10-3 Cape Sovereign (IRE), 4-1 Honest Courtesan (IRE), 8-1 El Cobre Fuego (GB), Gorgeous Mr George (IRE), 16-1 A Day In Bloom (IRE), 20-1 Mc Moan (IRE), 66-1 Sir Kenny (GB)

Despite going off a very big price, WALNUT showed plenty to work on when third on debut 3 weeks ago, going clear at one point and with that experience under his belt, he’s expected to last longer this time. Newcomer Honest Courtesan is sure to be well prepared for this, while Cape Sovereign and El Cobre Fuego can make their presence felt.

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Fourth Race 7.00

THE DOWNLOAD THE BET365 APP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for four 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

Now that SIR RODNEYREDBLOOD has regained the winning thread after a determined performance over C&D last time, the eight-year-old may have plenty more to come and he can follow up off 3lb higher with Billy Loughnane taking over in the saddle. Narrowly denied at Lingﬁeld on her most recent start, Rebel Star remains unexposed after just six starts, while Southbank has been consistent of late without getting his head in front. The in-form Midnightattheoasis is another to note if turning up here after an engagement at Lingﬁeld on Tuesday

SIR RODNEYREDBLOOD Rebel Star

Leading course trainer (20-25): S C Williams (49 wins from 418 runners, 12%) runs SOUTHBANK

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): P McEntee (3 wins from 10 runners, 30%) runs MIDNIGHTATTHEOASIS

Weightwatcher: SIR RODNEYREDBLOOD won off a handicap mark of 65, his rating is now down 5lb to 60. Longest Traveller: SIR BENEDICT trained by S Barclay, Garstang, 254 miles.

1 WEDGEWOOD (GB) (12) 22-0620 D

Br B m Outstrip - Gorgeous (FR) Jack Doughty (3) J

O Wedgewood Estates Tony Carroll, Cropthorne T

B Lunways Farm Stud Wedgewood Estates S TIMEFORMVIEW10/1,lastof7inhandicapatWolverhampton(5.1f)12daysago.Othersmorepersuasive.

2 MIDNIGHTATTHEOASIS (GB) (2) 301111 D

(2)

Br B g Oasis Dream - Love On The Rocks (IRE) Brandon Wilkie (5) J

O Raceﬁeld Racing Club Phil McEntee, Newmarket T

B The Chriselliam Partnership

TIMEFORMVIEWCareerbestwhenwinning7-runnerhandicapatLingﬁeld(5f,AW,7/5)2daysago,showingagood attitude.Differentrider(5lbclaimreducesbigpenalty)andhecangowellagain. TFRHHHII BHA51(+8)

3 SIR RODNEYREDBLOOD (GB) (35) 646-051 CD 8 9-8 (4)

Br Ch g Roderic O’Connor (IRE) - Red Blooded Woman (USA) Billy Loughnane J

O Mrs Claire Goddard J. R. Jenkins, Royston T

B Worksop Manor Stud Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW 5-time C&D winner and improved on recent efforts to win 8-runner handicap here 35 days ago. Alikelyplayeroncemore.

4 BURABACK (IRE) (19) 553320 CD

Br B g Buratino (IRE) - Gailes First (IRE)

O D & J Racing Partnership

B Mrs C Burns

BHA60

(6)

Lewis Edmunds J

Derek Shaw, Sproxton T

A & J Sectional Buildings Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinnerbutpoorlydrawnwhenninthof10inhandicap(15/2)atWolverhampton(5.1f)19daysago. Stillneedsconsidering.

5 SOUTHBANK (IRE) (10) 12-2334 C

Br B g Acclamation - Ramone (IRE)

O Mr David N Reynolds & Mr C D Watkins

B Karis Bloodstock Ltd & Rathbarry Stud

HHHII BHA60

(1)

Warren Fentiman (5) J

Stuart Williams, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner in December 9/2, creditable fourth of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 10daysago,nearestﬁnish.Inthepicture.

6 REBEL STAR (GB) (6) 523-422

Br Ch f Intrinsic - Jumeirah Star (USA)

O Mr Khalifa Dasmal & Partner

B Mr K. Dasmal & Bottisham Heath Stud

(5)

George Downing J

Robert Cowell, Newmarket T

Robert Cowell Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWLow-mileageﬁllyshapedwellwhenashort-headsecondof8toMidnightattheoasisinhandicapatLingﬁeld(5f,AW) 6daysago,faringbestofthoseriddenprominently Enjoysapullattheweightsheresobigshout.

7 SIR BENEDICT (IRE) (9) 063030 D

Br Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) - Kingdomforthebride (IRE)

O Village Racing & Stella Barclay

B Andrews Syndicate

8-12 (3)

Jamie Spencer J

Stella Barclay, Garstang T

TIMEFORMVIEWArrivesingoodnick,notbestdrawnandalsosufferedapoorrunwheneighthof11toMidnightattheoasis inhandicapatNewcastle(5f)9daysago.Considered.

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

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: GREEK GIANT (IRE) 4 9 7 Rossa Ryan 5-1 (Ed Dunlop) 7 ran

Visor worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 5, 7. Stewards Note:

SIR BENEDICT: Following its run on 25/3/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Rebel Star (GB), 3-1 Midnightattheoasis (GB), 9-2 Sir Rodneyredblood (GB), 6-1 Southbank (IRE), 12-1 Buraback (IRE), 16-1 Wedgewood (GB), 20-1 Sir Benedict (IRE)

A competitive sprint but Robert Cowell’s lightly-raced 4-y-o REBEL STAR looks the way to go on the back of a promising recent second at Lingﬁeld. Multiple course winner Sir Rodneyredblood heads the list of dangers, although Buraback, Sir Benedict and the red-hot Midnightatheoasis can all have a say too.

PREDICTION:

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Fifth Race 7.30

THE BET365 CARDINAL CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for three yrs old x Total prize fund £100000 Owners Prize Money 1st £40630, 2nd £20320, 3rd £10160, 4th £5080, 5th £2540, 6th £1270. (Penalty Value £51540)

CITY SELECTIONS

A Listed winner last season, Derby entry LUTHER disappointed when last seen in the Royal Lodge but remains a colt of considerable potential at three, being by Frankel out of a mare that won the Musidora. Impressive in two starts at Kempton before a steep rise in grade caught him out in the Futurity, Detain must be a leading contender, as well as Yaroogh, who should be primed for this after a spin at Al Uqda in February.

LUTHER Detain

Leading course trainer (20-25): R Hughes (39 wins from 198 runners, 20%) runs HOTT SHOTT

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (6 wins from 31 runners, 19%) runs QUAI DE BETHUNE

Longest Traveller: WOLF OF BADENOCH trained by H Palmer, Malpas, 166 miles.

1 DETAIN (IRE) (159) 116-

(3)

Br B c Wootton Bassett - Nisriyna (IRE) Kieran Shoemark J

O Juddmonte John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T

B Swordlestown Little Juddmonte Farms Inc S

TIMEFORMVIEWLookedacoltofconsiderablepromisewhenwinning7fnovicesatKemptononﬁrst2starts.WellbeateninGroup1 FuturityinthemudatDoncasterintheautumnbutcanshowhe’sasmartprospectbackonAW.

BHA103

2 HOTT SHOTT (GB) (36) 3151-2 9-7 (4)

Br B c Too Darn Hot - Moohareeba Finley Marsh J

O P Cook, P Merritt & T Verrier Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T

B Essaﬁnaat UK Ltd Agetur (UK) Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWLandedmaiden/novicewinsat2andimprovedagainwhen4lengthssecondtoatopprospectfrom theCharlieApplebyyardonhis1mKemptonreappearance.Hisstablewonthisracelastyear TFRHHHII BHA94

3 LUTHER (GB) (187) 1215- D 9-7 (6)

Br B c Frankel - Give And Take Jim Crowley J

O Mr P Hickman and Nicholas Jones

Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket T

B Coln Valley Stud Fitzdares S TIMEFORMVIEWFrankelcoltwholandeda1mHaydockListedeventlastSeptemberbutendedhis2-y-ocampaignwithadisappointing effortintheRoyalLodgeatNewmarketlaterthatmonth.TacklesAWfortheﬁrsttimeonreappearance. TFRHHHII BHA104

4 PORT LIGHT (IRE) (35) 12-1 CD

9-7 (1)

Br B g City Light (FR) - Adana (FR) Hollie Doyle J

O Hambleton Racing Ltd XLV & Partner

Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T

B Adana Partnership Hambleton Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Has rapidly developed into a useful performer on AW this winter, making it 2-3 when readily defying a penaltyinaC&Dnovice35daysago.Thisisariseinclassbuttherecouldeasilybemoretocome. TFRHHHHI BHA98

5 QUAI DE BETHUNE (FR) (36) 3-14 D 9-7 (2)

Br B c Persian King (IRE) - Edavanna (FR)

O Mr Gary Gillies & Team Valor

James Doyle J

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Ecurie X racingclub.com S

TIMEFORMVIEW Thrice-raced winner Winner of 1m novice at Kempton in January but ﬁnished 1 1/4 lengths behind thereopposingHottShottinaconditionsracetheresince. TFRHHHII BHA91

6 WOLF OF BADENOCH (GB) (173) 1246- 9-7 (7)

Br Ch c Pinatubo (IRE) - Miss Latin (IRE)

O Mrs Fitri Hay

Jamie Spencer J

Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

B Mrs Fitri Hay JMH Group S

TIMEFORMVIEWDecisivewinnerofaDoncastermaidenondebutandranacrackerwhenpitchedintotheGroup2VintageStakesatGoodwood(7f)6weekslater.Notsogood inGroupeventsatDoncasterandNewmarketintheautumnandneedstogethiscareerbackontracknowswitchingtoAWforreappearance. TFRHHIII BHA102

7 YAROOGH (IRE) (47) 10112-4 9-7 (5)

Br B c Dubawi (IRE) - Lawahed (IRE)

O Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum

B Godolphin

Cieren Fallon J

William Haggas, Newmarket T

TIMEFORMVIEWFourwinsat2(includingAW),hismostnotablesuccesscomingina7fFrenchListedrace.Alsoclosesecondin7fNewburyGroup3 ﬁnalstart.BelowparwhenonlyfourthonhisreappearanceinQatarbutunlikelytobefarawayifrecapturinghis2-y-oform. TFRHHHHI BHA106

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

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: BRACKEN’S LAUGH (IRE) 3 9 7 Finley Marsh 9-1 (Richard Hughes) 8 ran Hood worn by No. 4.

Stewards Note:

LUTHER: Following its run on 28/9/2024 it was reported that the horse became unbalanced in the dip.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Detain (IRE), 5-1 Port Light (IRE), 11-2 Yaroogh (IRE), 7-1 Luther (GB), 8-1 Quai de Bethune (FR), 9-1 Hott Shott (GB), 10-1 Wolf of Badenoch (GB)

DETAIN got stuck in the mud in a Doncaster Group 1 on his ﬁnal 2-y-o start but looked a colt of considerable potential when scoring twice on Kempton’s polytrack prior to that and can conﬁrm those impressions back on AW. Yaroogh may give him most to do ahead of Port Light.

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Sixth Race 8.00

THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED AT BET365 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for four 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

KRACKING may have gone for home too soon when weakening into fourth inside the ﬁnal furlong over C&D last week. Jockey Warren Fentiman should have learnt plenty from that ride and compensation could be on the cards. Twitch arrives on the back of a creditable third at Lingﬁeld and a similar performance should see him in the mix. Craig Benton’s gelding is feared most, ahead of the returning Nammos.

Twitch

Leading course trainer (20-25): S C Williams (49 wins from 418 runners, 12%) runs KRACKING Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Holland (2 wins from 9 runners, 22%) runs LILKIAN & SUPER HIT Longest Traveller: TWITCH trained by C Benton, Epsom, 72 miles.

1 G’DAAY (GB) (10) 05-0646 CD

Br B g Adaay (IRE) - Gilt Linked

9-9 (7)

James Doyle J

O Trevor and Ruth Milner Joseph Parr, Newmarket T

B Whitsbury Manor Stud Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner. Bit below form when sixth of 11 in handicap (11/1) at Wolverhampton (7f) 10daysago.Visorbackonandfairlyhandicappedifthataidperkshimup. TFR

2 SUPER HIT (FR) (23) 001-600 CD 4 9-8 (3)

Br B g Too Darn Hot - Heaven’s Angel (IRE) Jason Watson J

O R J Lorenz Darryll Holland, Newmarket T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in October 14/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at Southwell (7f) 23 days ago. Hood off, ﬁrst-timecheekpieceson. TFRHHHII BHA69

3 MASTER DANDY (IRE) (50) 2210-60

9-6 (1)

Br Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) - Honeymead (IRE) Kieran Shoemark J

O Odds-On Syndicate Charlie Clover, Newmarket T

B James F. Hanly Clover Horse Transport S TIMEFORMVIEWWonatLingﬁeld(6f,AW)forJamesFanshaweinSeptemberbutcomfortablyheldbothstartsfornew yardthisyear Cheekpieceswornlasttimearereplacedbyﬁrst-timeblinkers. TFRHHIII BHA67

4 NAMMOS (GB) (119) 412124- CD 5 9-6 (8)

Br Ch m Territories (IRE) - Doobahdeedoo (USA)

Jonny Peate J

O BFP Racing Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket T

B Crimbourne Bloodstock Ltd Backforproﬁt S TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in October Creditable in-frame efforts later in 2024 and still on a good mark if fully primedafter4monthsoff. TFRHHHHH BHA67

5 KRACKING (GB) (7) 25-6064 D BF

Br Gr g Muhaarar - Vallado (IRE)

O Mr Michael Wood and Mr Mathew Wood

B Wood Hall Stud

9-4 (6)

Warren Fentiman (5) J

Stuart Williams, Newmarket T

Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWCreditablefourthof9inC&DhandicapatthisC&D(10/3)7daysago,goingofftoohard. TFRHHHII BHA65(-1)

6 ROACH POWER (IRE) (85) 05000-0 D

(5)

Br Gr g Ribchester (IRE) - Evening Time (IRE) Sean Levey J

O Mrs A Tait & Jerry Stevens Michael Wigham, Newmarket T

B Owenstown Bloodstock Ltd Pandora X Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWLeftTimEasterbyfor6,000gnsfollowingalessereffortatCarlisleinSeptemberandfarednobetterin3runsfornew yardoverthewinter Sportsﬁrst-timeblinkersonreturnfrom12weeksoff.Worthasecondlookinthebetting. TFRHHHII BHA60

7 TWITCH (NZ) (29) 21144-3 CD

Br Br g Power - La Muchacha (NZ) Georgia Dobie J

O Equestrian R Inﬁnity Ltd

B P I Foreman & S A Sharrock

Craig Benton, Epsom T

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual C&D winner in September Off 5 months, creditable third of 10 in handicap at Lingﬁeld (7f) 29daysago.Canmakepresencefeltwiththatoutingbehindhim. TFRHHHHI BHA59

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

KRACKING

8 LILKIAN (GB) (6) 245004 CD

8 8-4 (4)

Br Ch g Sepoy (AUS) - Janie Runaway (IRE) Kieran O’Neill J

O Harraton Court Stables Ltd Darryll Holland, Newmarket T

B Biddestone Stud Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinner Twentyfourrunssincelastwinin2023 Bitbelowformfourthof11inhandicapatLingﬁeld (6f)6daysago.Eyeshieldsonﬁrsttime.Othersmorepersuasivefromoutofthehandicap. TFRHHIII BHA47(-1)

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2024: FREETODREAM 4 9 0 Robert Havlin 8-1 (Amanda Perrett) 11 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 3, 6. Eyeshields worn first time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 7. Visor worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Twitch (NZ), 7-2 Nammos (GB), 5-1 Kracking (GB), 7-1 G’Daay (GB), 9-1 Super Hit (FR), 12-1 Roach Power (IRE), 14-1 Lilkian (GB), 20-1 Master Dandy (IRE)

NAMMOS can show she’s still on a good mark back from a break. Twitch did well over C&D in the autumn and returned with a solid third at Lingﬁeld 4 weeks ago so he’s second choice ahead of G’daay

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.NAMMOS 2.TWITCH (NZ) 3.G’DAAY

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Seventh Race 8.30

THE EACH WAY EXTRA AT BET365 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for three 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

A drop in distance didn’t work out as hoped for HYPE MERCHANT when coming home in ﬁfth over 6f at Southwell 34 days ago. However, the combination of tonight’s 7f trip and the application of ﬁrst-time blinkers could prove just the tonic. David Loughnane’s charge is taken to open his account at the main expense of Adelaide Bay, who is open to improvement on the back of a gelding procedure. No Gain and I Follow Rivers are also noted.

HYPE MERCHANT Adelaide Bay

Leading course trainer (20-25): J Chapple-Hyam (27 wins from 178 runners, 15%) runs ADELAIDE BAY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Owen (7 wins from 29 runners, 24%) runs ROGUE DESTINY

Longest Traveller: HYPE MERCHANT trained by D Loughnane, Tern Hill, 181 miles.

1 ROGUE DESTINY (IRE) (104) 000-

Br B f Wootton Bassett - Fire Fly (IRE)

Hector Crouch J

O The Rogues Gallery James Owen, Newmarket T

B Westerberg Eco Rider S

TIMEFORMVIEWWottonBassettﬁllyhasbeenbroughtalongsteadily,rearedleavingstallswhenlastof9innoviceatWolverhampton (7.2f)104daysago.Tonguetiedforherhandicapdebut.Remainswithpotentialforgoodyard.

2 ALL COST (IRE) (19) 000-265 9-8 (7)

Br B g Iffraaj - Brown Honey Jamie Spencer J

O The poor sexy farmers club Martin Dunne, Newmarket T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW 5/1, fair ﬁfth of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 19 days ago. Back down in trip. Merits considerationfromaneasingmark. TFRHHHII BHA54

3 AIM FOR THE BULL (IRE) (131) 50030- 9-7 (6)

Br Ch g Showcasing - Ultimate Aim Sean Dylan Bowen J

O Ms Denise Tibbett Mike Murphy, Westoning T

B David John Brown & Whistbury Manor Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 13/2, ﬁrst run since leaving Brian Toomey when seventh of 11 in nursery at Wolverhampton(7.2f),slowlyaway Off131days Othersmorepersuasive. TFRHHIII BHA53

4 I FOLLOW RIVERS (GB) (231) 000- 9-6 (9)

Br Ch g Rajasinghe (IRE) - Rebel Surge (IRE)

George Wood J

O Phil Cunningham Richard Spencer, Newmarket T

B Phil Cunningham Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 125/1, eighth of 11 in novice at this course (6f), slowly away Off 7 months aheadofhishandicapdebutwithworktodo. TFRHHIII BHA52

5 HYPE MERCHANT (IRE) (34) 6000-25 BF 9-6 (8)

Br Ch g Far Above (IRE) - Saphira Silver (IRE)

O Mrs S. L. Loughnane

B Melchior & Tinnakill Bloodstock

Laura Pearson J

David Loughnane, Tern Hill T

Dave Loughnane Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives in good order, ﬁfth of 10 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f, 15/8) 34 days ago when seemed unsuitedbydropintrip.Blinkersonnowandhastobetakenseriouslybackupto7f. TFRHHHHH BHA52

6 COLLEGE WITCH (GB) (16) 0-0060 9-6 (4)

Br B f Tasleet - Mystical Witch Kieran O’Neill J

O Mrs Christine Dunnett

B Mrs Christine Dunnett

Christine Dunnett, Norwich T

Christine Dunnett Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 33/1, poorly drawn when ninth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 16daysago.Can’tbediscounted.

TFRHHHII BHA52

7 ADELAIDE BAY (GB) (187) 0060- 9-3 (2)

Br B g New Bay - Vitamin (IRE) David Egan J

O Mrs B V Sangster & Jane Chapple-Hyam Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket T

B Lucy Sangster & Jane Chapple Hyam

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 9/4, good seventh of 12 in nursery at this C&D. Off 6 months but still needs considering.

TFRHHHII BHA49

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

8 DUE RESPECT (IRE) (16) 600-400 9-1 (1)

Br B f Soldier’s Call - Due Care

O Mr J. Butler

Lewis Edmunds J

John Butler, Newmarket T

B Mr Brian Killeen TIMEFORMVIEWTenthof11inhandicap(10/1)atWolverhampton(6.1f)16daysago.Cheekpieceson1sttimeand cangiveagoodaccountifshruggingofflatesteffort.

9 NO GAIN (GB) (61) 000-4

Br B f Territories (IRE) - Characterized

O The Poor Sexy Farmers Club

TFRHHHII BHA47

9-0 (5)

William Carson J

Martin Dunne, Newmarket T

B Stuart McPhee Bloodstock TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Solid fourth of 9 in handicap (80/1) at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 61 days ago. Noforlornhopeonherpolytrackdebut. TFRHHHII BHA45

10 RUNNINDOWN A DREAM (GB) (49) 0-00

Br B f Havana Gold (IRE) - La Roche Jagu

(3)

Ben Sanderson (3) J

O Mr Robin Stevens J. R. Jenkins, Royston T

B D. R. Tucker Dyslexicare S TIMEFORMVIEW300/1,lastof7inmaidenatthiscourse(6f)49daysago.Makeshandicapdebutwithlotstoﬁnd. TFRHHIII BHA37

11 LATE STAR (GB) (140) 000- 9-0 (11)

Br B f Zoustar (AUS) - Belated Breath

O D Fravigar, K Dixon, and P Mcbride

Adam Farragher J

Philip McBride, Newmarket T

B Lemington Grange Stud Burgh Hall Holiday Apartments S TIMEFORMVIEWZoustarfillywhofinisheddownthefieldall3startsinmaiden/novicecompanylastyear However,switchtohandicapsfrom abasementmarkoughttoseeherinabetterlightandconfidencebehindherinthebettingwouldlooksignificant. TFRHHHII BHA36

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2024: PROFITMAN 3 9 5 Jack Gilligan 6-5 (B F Brookhouse) 8 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 8. Hood worn by No. 1. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 3, 4, 7. Stewards Note:

ROGUE DESTINY: Following its run on 20/12/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free.

ADELAIDE BAY: Following its run on 28/9/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Hype Merchant (IRE), 9-2 Adelaide Bay (GB), 6-1 All Cost (IRE), 10-1 I Follow Rivers (GB), No Gain (GB), 11-1 Aim For The Bull (IRE), 12-1 Rogue Destiny (IRE), 14-1 Due Respect (IRE), 20-1 Late Star (GB), 40-1 College Witch (GB), 50-1 Runnindown A Dream (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

HYPE MERCHANT rates the pick of the weights and, with this return to 7f looking a big plus, he gets the vote ahead of handicap debutante Rogue Destiny who appeals as a likely improver All Cost and College Witch also enter calculations in an open handicap.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HYPE MERCHANT (IRE) 2.ROGUE DESTINY (IRE) 3.ALL COST (IRE)

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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.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

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

NO SMOKING ZONES

Smoking is not permitted in enclosed spaces.

PHOTOGRAPHY

Racegoers may take photos for private use only Flash photography is not permitted. Press and commercial photographers must sign in at the Ticket Ofﬁce before entry to the racecourse.

REFUSING ADMISSION

The Management reserves the right to

TERMS & CONDITIONS

refuse admission to anyone without assigning a reason to do so. We operate a zero tolerance policy at Chelmsford City Racecourse, anyone acting in an inappropriate manner will be removed from the racecourse and refused re-entry.

WIFI

WIFI is available at Chelmsford City Racecourse and can be accessed on the ‘PUBLIC’ network. No password is required.

The following terms and conditions apply here at Chelmsford City Racecourse

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 5.25 - THE RACING VALUE AT bet365 APPRENTICE 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 four 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. April 1st. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 22nd, 2025, 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 31st, 2025, 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 14 entries at £30.Closed March 28th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) A SS

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 6.00 - THE WATCH LIVE RACING AT bet365 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5757 to the winning horse The second to receive £2701, the third £1349, the fourth £675 and the ﬁfth £336. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 59-78 (also open to such horses rated 79 and 80; such horses rated 58 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 59 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 58 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 1st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 22nd, 2025, 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 12 entries at £50. - Closed March 28th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4542; Second £2272; Third £1135; Fourth £568; Fifth £284. (Penalty Value £5757.40) SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 6.30 - THE bet365 RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands 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 maiden three, four and five yrs old only, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, March 28th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 1st. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 5lb; fillies 9st 4-y-o and 5-y-o colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb Allowances: 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 9 entries at £40. - Closed March 28th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 7.00 - THE DOWNLOAD THE bet365 APP 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-62 (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. April 1st. Lowest weight 8st 7lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 22nd, 2025, 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 9 entries at £30. - Closed March 28th, 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.

Fifth Race 7.30 - THE bet365 CARDINAL CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £51540 to the winning horse The second to receive £24170, the third £12090, the fourth £6040, the ﬁfth £3020 and the sixth £1510. for three yrs old only. Enter by noon, March 28th and pay £250 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 1st. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; ﬁllies 9st 2lb 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 £250. - Closed March 28th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £40630; Second £20320; Third £10160; Fourth £5080; Fifth £2540; Sixth £1270. (Penalty Value £51540) A SS

SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 8.00 - THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED AT bet365 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 50 and below). £40 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 1st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 22nd, 2025, 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 10 entries at £40. - Closed March 28th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) SS SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 8.30 - THE EACH WAY EXTRA AT bet365 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 only, 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. April 1st. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 22nd, 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 17 entries, 1 at £6 and 16 at £30. - Closed March 28th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.

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