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THE REMEMBERING JESS WHALLEY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £10000

Owners Prize Money 1st £4016, 2nd £2008, 3rd £1004, 4th £502, 5th £251, 6th £125, 7th £63, 8th £31.

(Penalty Value £5096) 2 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10

Race Description

5f 15y

This is a five furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 51 to 70 Like all handicaps on today’s card this means that should a horse rated 70 take part they would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 65 colours no horse age st-lb

1 SOUL SEEKER (IRE) (18) 505323 D 6 9-9 (4)

Br B g Oasis Dream - Mad About You (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J

O C.T.P, Rasio Cymru & Northern Monkeys David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd Gain Equine Nutrition S

TIMEFORMVIEWPlaced last 3 starts, most recently when third of 6 in handicap (7/2) at Pontefract (5f, good to firm) 18 days ago, doing too much too soon. Respected having a rare outing in this lower grade.

2 BANG ON THE BELL (GB) (53) 034115 D BF 4 9-6 (7)

Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Bella Beguine Harry Davies (3) J

O Mr M. K. P. Turner

B Michael Turner

J. R. Jenkins, Royston T

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Wolverhampton and Yarmouth in April but found ground against when fifth in handicap at Windsor (5.1f, heavy, 5/2) 53 days ago in his bid for the hat-trick.

3 HAN SOLO BERGER (IRE) (26) 4-12424 D BF

TFRHHHII BHA67

8 9-5 (14)

Br B g Lord Shanakill (USA) - Dreamaway (IRE) Alistair Rawlinson J

O Mrs B Berresford & Partner

Robert Cowell, Newmarket T

B Irish National Stud Bermar S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Southwell in April. Respectable fourth of 9 in handicap at Nottingham (5f good, 4/1) 26 days ago. Holding form well in general but wide draw is a major negative.

4 BIRKENHEAD (GB) (23) 5-00155 D

TFRHHHII BHA66

6 9-5 (1)

Br B g Captain Gerrard (IRE) - Vilnius David Nolan J

O Chris Priestley & ged shields

B Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited

Paul Midgley, Westow T

J Priestley Transport Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Southwell in May 10/1, shaped bit better than the bare result when 4 lengths fifth of 6 to Brian The Snail in handicap at Ripon (5f, good to firm) 23 days ago but slow starts are a concern with his low draw here.

5 STREET LIFE (GB) (15) 402416 D

Br Ch g Hot Streak (IRE) - Atheera (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA66

6 9-5 (8)

Harry Russell (3) J

O Patrick Morris Patrick Morris, Prescot T

B Lordship Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Catterick in June but looked a tricky ride when sixth of 9 in handicap at Haydock (5f, good to firm, 22/1) 15 days ago. Others make more appeal.

6 BRIAN THE SNAIL (IRE) (15) 0-04210 D

Br Gr g Zebedee - Sweet Irish

O Mr Conor Morris

B Mr A. Kirwan

TFRHHHII BHA66

9 9-2 (13)

Pierre-Louis Jamin (3) J

Patrick Morris, Prescot T

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Ripon in June and it’s easy to forgive his latest effort, finding himself placed away from where the action unfolded. Remains on an interesting mark but has wide draw to overcome.

7 NOTEABLE (IRE) (82) 4325-40

TFRHHHII BHA63

4 9-1 (12)

Br Ch f Profitable (IRE) - Jenny Lind Sam James J

O Craig Lidster Racing Club

B Forenaghts Stud Farm

Craig Lidster, Easingwold T

Craig Lidster Racing Club S

TIMEFORMVIEWAfter a second bretahing operaation, posted a respectable fourth at Southwell on return but beat only one home there last time. Has work to do to shed her maiden tag.

TFRHHIII BHA62

5 9-0

Br B g Acclamation - Excelette (IRE) Rowan Scott J

O Reliance Racing Partnership Nigel Tinkler, Malton T

B Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd Reliance Medical Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Good third at Nottingham (5f good, 9/2) on his penultimate outing but below par under patient tactics at Ayr last time and has to overcome the worst of the draw here, so is probably best passed over TFRHHHII BHA61

9 ALBEGONE (GB) (23) 0340-46 D BF

5 8-13 (5)

Br B g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Pacngo Franny Norton J

O Mr D B & Mrs C Lamplough & Partner Tim Easterby Malton T

B Habton Farms & Mr D. Lamplough Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. Notably strong in the betting but failed to meet expectations when 4 1/4 lengths last of 6 to Brian The Snail in handicap (6/4) at Ripon (5f, good to firm) 23 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA60

10 SHOEBOX KING (IRE) (19) 004060 D

4 8-13 (3)

Br B g Aclaim (IRE) - Lady Lambada (IRE) Shane Gray J

O Mrs Kim Coleman K. T. Coleman, Ireland T

B Kiltown Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWBest effort this season when fourth at Naas in April but has essentially underwhelmed in Ireland. Interesting to see whether market vibes are positive brought to the UK. TFRHHHII BHA60

11

ASTAPOR (GB) (20) 561410 D

5 8-12 (9)

Br B g Sixties Icon - Good Morning Lady Brandon Wilkie (7) J

O J R Racing John David Riches, Pilling T

B Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited J R Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWHas won twice atCatterick this season but ran poorly stepped back up to 6f there last time. Notdiscounted with 7lb claimer taking over back at the minimum trip.

12

THEREHEGOES (GB) (8) 235132 D

TFRHHHHI BHA59

4 8-8 (10)

Br B g Charming Thought - Chatalong (IRE) Shariq Mohd (7) J

O Mrs A. L. Heayns Robyn Brisland, Cas-Gwent T

B Kernow Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Windsor in June before encouraging placed efforts at Wolverhampton and Lingfield. Drawn slightly wider than ideal here but he’s hard to rule out on recent efforts.

13 RED WALLS (GB) (11) 025450 D

TFRHHHHI BHA55 (+1)

5 8-8 (11)

Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Gemini Glory (USA) John Egan J

O E. H. Jones (Paints) Ltd

Lisa Williamson, Tarporley T

B E. H. Jones (Paints) Ltd Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Second at Wolverhampton in April but has typically struggled for consistency since, arriving here after a brace of modest efforts. Others make more appeal. TFRHHIII BHA55

14

ECCLESIASTICAL (GB) (9) 063051 D

6 8-8(in 5lb ex) (2)

Br Ch g Pastoral Pursuits - Bazzana Andrew Mullen J

O Mr Paul L. Drinkwater Tristan Davidson, Carlisle T

B The Snailwell Stud D & D Industrial Coatings Ltd, Jewson Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a much-reduced mark to win 10-runner handicap at Ripon (5f good) 9 days ago in impressive fashion. Shortlisted under a penalty TFRHHHHH BHA50 (+9)

15 LOCO LOBO (GB) (94) 055

5 8-4 (6)

Br Ch m Captain Gerrard (IRE) - Senora Lobo (IRE) Mollie Phillips (3) J

O Miss Hazel Roberts Lisa Williamson, Tarporley T

B Miss H. J. Roberts

TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in minor events at Wolverhampton and has a lot to find making handicap debut from out of the weights. TFRHIIII BHA48

DECLARED RUNNERS 15

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Hood worn by No. 15 Blinkers worn by No. 2. Visor worn by No. 3. Visor

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5, 6, 9.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7.

Stewards Note:

BANG ON THE BELL: Following its run on 8/5/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

HAN SOLO BERGER: Following its run on 4/6/2023 it was reported that the horse slipped leaving the stalls.

ALBEGONE: Following its run on 7/6/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.

RED WALLS: Following its run on 19/6/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered accidental interference.

Probable S.P.’s: 5-1 Ecclesiastical (GB), 8-1 Albegone (GB), 9-1 Therehegoes (GB), 10-1 Shoebox King (IRE), 12-1 Han Solo Berger (IRE), Astapor (GB), 14-1 Soul Seeker (IRE), Bang On The Bell (GB), Brian The Snail (IRE), High Security (GB), 25-1 Birkenhead (GB), 28-1 Street Life (GB), Red Walls (GB), 33-1 Noteable (IRE), 100-1 Loco Lobo (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

ECCLESIASTICAL had slid down the weights for his former yard but got off the mark for Tristan Davidson at the second attempt last time and can follow up under a penalty here. Soul Seeker has often contested stronger company than this and is most feared after a couple of good efforts, with Astapor and Therehegoes others to consider

Bar Closing Times

Have a leisurely drink after racing and miss the traffic. The following bars will be open after racing today but please note that the bars may close earlier at the discretion of the Bar Manager

Hospitality half an hour after final race

General Admission bars close at the start of final race

JUNE - 1 JULY # R A C I N G S T A F F W E E K

R A C IN G S T A F F W E E K .C O M

This year sees the seventh running of Racing Staff Week. Once again, the week will bring the racing industry and its followers together to showcase the passion, skill and dedication of all the staff, across the breadth of the industry, whose hard work makes our great sport possible.

This year’s Racing Staff Week will recognise the contribution of the industry’s entire workforce, from stud and stable staff to breeders, racecourse staff and administrators and everything in between.

To find out more about Racing Staff Week and activities happening during the week visit www.racingstaffweek.com or scanning the QR code:

Regulations And Notices

ALL BADGES, CAR PARK LABELS AND HOSPITALITY PACKAGES ARE SOLD SUBJECT TO THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS:FORCE MAJEURE

1. The Company shall not be liable to the Racegoer for any failure or omission or breach caused by an event or events beyond the control of the Company such as but not limited to war, civil disturbance, order of a Government Ministry or Department or Public Authority, fire, flood, natural catastrophe, royal demise, labour dispute, lock-out, withdrawal of labour or breakdown or interruption of services or transport (public or otherwise) or death or illness of a key person.

1.1 Upon the happening of such an event the obligations of the Company and any period of time then running shall be suspended for the period of the event plus such time as may be required to resume normality

1.2 Such an event shall not entitle the Racegoer to take any steps against the Company for breach or to terminate the agreement or otherwise.

Prior To The Commencement Of Race Meeting

2. Where badges, car park labels or hospitality packages are sold for a specified area of the Racecourse, the Company will use its best endeavours to ensure the specified area is available for use at the specified time. If however the specified area cannot be used for reasons not within the control of the Company then the Company shall be entitled to offer a reasonable alternative. If no alternative is offered by the Company the customer will be entitled to a full refund of monies received by the Company.

3. Refunds, other than those covered by clause 2 immediately above, will not be considered. Cancellation of badges/tickets or hospitality bookings cannot be considered once a booking has been processed.

3.1 The Chester Race Company Ltd Database is owned and used solely by the Chester Race Company Group, which comprises Chester Racecourse, Bangor on Dee Racecourse and Express by Holiday Inn at Chester Racecourse, with reference to the Data Protection Act 1998 (amended 2000).

3.2 The Company cannot guarantee the validity of badges/tickets purchased anywhere other than Chester Racecourse.

Once The Race Meeting Has Commenced

4. Entry into, and the right to remain within the Racecourse property is subject to the requirement to submit to a search or a number of searches of Racegoers, their baggage or vehicles in which they travel.

5. The climbing of fences, stands and any other buildings is forbidden. Trespassing on the racetrack, except at designated crossing points, is disallowed at all times

6. Any person failing to comply with instructions from a steward or police officer may be ejected from the Racecourse.

7. Customers in the County Stand are required to observe a strict dress code. Gentlemen are required to wear a suit jacket, collar and tie. Ladies are required to wear smart dress. No jeans or tracksuits are allowed. These standards of dress also apply to patrons in all hospitality and restaurant facilities

8. Please observe the designated no drinking areas. Food and alcoholic beverages cannot be brought into any Racecourse enclosure except the Open Course.

9. Gambling and the consumption of alcoholic beverages by Racegoers under the age of 18 are strictly prohibited.

10 All unauthorised photography and any flash photography is strictly prohibited. Racedays at Chester are attended by the media and given coverage on TV, radio, online and in print. From time-to-time, we also capture images and moving video of racegoers attending a day at Chester Racecourse. Footage and videos can often be used on social media or in promotional materials the racecourse produces. By entering the racecourse, attendees are accepting they may appear in such coverage. Each Attendee will give any additional consents or waivers required for the unrestricted lawful use of any coverage (if any) without request for payment or imposing any other conditions.

11. Flags, banners and other articles and any behaviour such as drunkenness, abusive conduct, singing or shouting which may constitute an annoyance to spectators or distract or frighten the horses are prohibited.

12. No dogs are allowed anywhere on the Racecourse (with the exception of aid dogs) and must not be left in vehicles.

13 Transfers between enclosures may be possible on the day, subject to availability

14 Parking or setting down on the side is prohibited other than at official car parks.

15 Lost or stolen badges will not be replaced.

16 Hospitality badges are sold on the understanding that no money in respect of the unused badges will be reimbursed.

17 In the event of abandonment at any time on the day of racing, there will be no refund in respect of Box, Room or Chalet hire charges.

18 In the event of abandonment before Racing, or up to the ‘Weighed-In’ of the first race there will be a refund of badge/ticket and parking costs. In the event of an abandonment after the ‘Weighed-In’ of the first race up to the ‘Weighed-In’ of the third race or nominated feature race whichever is later there will be a 50% refund of badge/ticket and car parking costs. In the event of abandonment thereafter there will be no refunds No cash returns to be paid on the day All refunds to be administered after the meeting by post. Where the customer is entitled (pursuant to this clause 19) to any refund, in order to qualify for such refund the customer must follow the procedure listed opposite.

(i) Make a note of the reference numbers of all badge/ticket and car park labels.

(ii) Send the badges/tickets and/or labels along with a covering letter stating the full name and address of the sender and if different from that of the sender, the full name and address of the purchaser of the badges/tickets or labels to: Chester Race Company Limited, The Racecourse, Chester CH1 2LY.

To be valid, requests for refunds must be received in writing within one month of the abandoned Raceday. The Company shall have no responsibility or liability of any nature in respect of any refund request received after that time.

19 All persons visiting the Racecourse are admitted to these Regulations and to the Rules of Racing. The Company reserves the right to refuse admission to/or to remove from the Racecourse, in its absolute discretion and without giving any reasons any person failing to comply with such Rules and Regulations or whose presence is, in its absolute discretion, a source of danger or annoyance and shall have no obligation to give any reason therefore.

20 The Company shall in no circumstances be liable for any loss, damage, cost or expense or any consequential or indirect loss or damage of any kind.

21. Lost children and lost luggage enquiries should be made to the police.

22. It is a condition of entry that only individuals possessing a valid betting badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets. Anyone contravening this condition will be evicted

RACE CONDITIONS & TODAY’S OFFICIALS

First Race 5.40 - THE BEAVERBROOKS AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5797 to the winning horse The second to receive £2898 the third £1450, the fourth £724 the fifth £362, the sixth £180 the seventh £91 and the eighth £45 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 28th. Lowest weight 9st 11lb; Highest weight not less than 11st 2lb Penalties, after June 17th 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys who are members of the Amateur Jockeys Association of Great Britain by the deadline for Declaration of Jockeys and on the day of the race Allowances: Jockeys who prior to June 27th 2023, have not ridden more than 10 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden any such winner 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). Beaverbrooks have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the handler of the horse judged to be the best turned out. APPEARANCE MONEY - Chester Racecourse will pay Appearance Money up to £500 to the owner of every horse which starts in this race, that does not win prize money Owners who win prize money of less than £500 will also receive an Appearance Money top up payment, up to £500 18 entries at £60.Closed June 24th 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £5039; Second £2519; Third £1260; Fourth £630; Fifth £314; Sixth £157; Seventh £79; Eighth £40 (Penalty Value £5797.20) A SS

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 6.15 - THE CAMDEN TOWN BREWERY NEWCOMERS’ RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands B, C and D which have never run) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5096 to the winning horse The second to receive £2389, the third £1196, the fourth £597, the fifth £299 the sixth £148, the seventh £75 and the eighth £37. for maiden two yrs old, which have never run which are in Bands B, C and D. Enter by noon, June 24th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 28th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb Allowances: Band C from Band B 2lb Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). A memento will be presented to the winning owner trainer and jockey In addition, a cash prize will be award to the handler of the horse judged to be the best turned out. APPEARANCE MONEY - Chester Racecourse will pay Appearance Money up to £500 to the owner of every horse which starts in this race, that does not win prize money Owners who win prize money of less than £500 will also receive an Appearance Money top up payment, up to £500 12 entries at £50. - Closed June 24th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £4016; Second £2008; Third £1004; Fourth £502; Fifth £251; Sixth £125; Seventh £63; Eighth £31. (Penalty Value £5096) SS

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 6.50 - THE HALLIWELL JONES SELLING STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9172 to the winning horse The second to receive £4300, the third £2152, the fourth £1074, the fifth £538, the sixth £266, the seventh £135 and the eighth £66. for two yrs old only Enter by noon, June 24th and pay £90 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 28th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each race won 6lb The winner to be sold by auction in accordance with the Rules of Racing for £8000 Advertised Claiming Price of any other horse starting £20000 Halliwell Jones will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey In addition, a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the handler of the horse judged to be the best turned out. A commission of 10% plus VAT of the selling price will be payable to the Racecourse by the Owner of the horse at the time of sale. The claiming price of each horse will be subject to an additional 10% Premium plus VAT payable to the Racecourse, split equally between the Buyer and the Owner and both the selling price and the advertised claiming price will be subject to VAT where applicable. The post-race auction will be conducted in POUNDS. APPEARANCE

MONEY - Chester Racecourse will pay Appearance Money up to £500 to the owner of every horse which starts in this race, that does not win prize money Owners who win prize money of less than £500 will also receive an Appearance Money top up payment, up to £500 12 entries at £90. - Closed June 24th 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £7229; Second £3614; Third £1807; Fourth £904; Fifth £452; Sixth £225; Seventh £113; Eighth £56. (Penalty Value £9172.80) SS

SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 7.25 - THE BEAVERBROOKS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6115 to the winning horse The second to receive £2866, the third £1435 the fourth £716 the fifth £358, the sixth £177 the seventh £90 and the eighth £44. for three yrs old only Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 28th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 17th, 2023, for each race won 6lb Beaverbrooks will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition, a cash prize of £50 with be awarded to the handler of the horse judged to be the best turned out. APPEARANCE MONEY - Chester Racecourse will pay Appearance Money up to £500 to the owner of every horse which starts in this race, that does not win prize money Owners who win prize money of less than £500 will also receive an Appearance Money top up payment, up to £500 16 entries, 0 at £12 and 16 at £60. - Closed June 24th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £4819; Second £2410; Third £1205; Fourth £602; Fifth £301; Sixth £150; Seventh £76; Eighth £37. (Penalty Value £6115.20) SS

SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 8.00 - THE EBF FILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £12740 to the winning horse The second to receive £5972, the third £2990, the fourth £1492, the fifth £747, the sixth £370, the seventh £187 and the eighth £92. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only which are E.B.F. eligible, Rated 69-88 (also open to such horses rated 89 and 90; such horses rated 68 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 69 or higher or £25 stake if the horse is rated 68 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 28th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 4lb Penalties, after June 17th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have generously contributed £10,000 towards the prize money for this race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition, a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the handler of the horse judged to be the best turned out. NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race. 3yo fillies rated 69 70 and 71 may be out of the weights. APPEARANCE MONEY - Chester Racecourse will pay Appearance Money up to £500 to the owner of every horse which starts in this race, that does not win prize money Owners who win prize money of less than £500 will also receive an Appearance Money top up payment, up to £500 26 entries at £125 - Closed June 24th 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £10040; Second £5020; Third £2510; Fourth £1255; Fifth £628; Sixth £313; Seventh £158; Eighth £78. (Penalty Value £12740) Weights raised 5lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

SEE PAGE 44 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 8.30 - THE EXPLEO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6115 to the winning horse The second to receive £2866, the third £1435 the fourth £716 the fifth £358, the sixth £177 the seventh £90 and the eighth £44. for three yrs old only, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher or £12 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 28th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 17th 2023, for each race won 6lb EXPLEO have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the handler of the horse judged to be the best turned out. APPEARANCE MONEY - Chester Racecourse will pay Appearance Money up to £500 to the owner of every horse which starts in this race, that does not win prize money Owners who win prize money of less than £500 will also receive an Appearance Money top up payment, up to £500 20 entries at £60. - Closed June 24th 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £4819; Second £2410; Third £1205; Fourth £602; Fifth £301; Sixth £150; Seventh £76; Eighth £37. (Penalty Value £6115.20) SS

SEE PAGE 48 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 9.00 - THE REMEMBERING JESS WHALLEY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5096 to the winning horse The second to receive £2389, the third £1196, the fourth £597, the fifth £299 the sixth £148, the seventh £75 and the eighth £37. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72; such horses rated 50 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 28th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 17th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Chester Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition, a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the stable hand in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. APPEARANCE MONEYChester Racecourse will pay Appearance Money up to £500 to the owner of every horse which starts in this race, that does not win prize money Owners who win prize money of less than £500 will also receive an Appearance Money top up payment, up to £500 21 entries at £50.

- Closed June 24th 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £4016; Second £2008; Third £1004; Fourth £502; Fifth £251; Sixth £125; Seventh £63; Eighth £31. (Penalty Value £5096) 2 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

SEE PAGE 56 FOR THIS RACE.

FRIDAY 30TH JUNE - BEAVERBROOKS FRIDAY NIGHT SOCIAL

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

IAN O’DOHERTY (Chair)

LOUISE STEWART (Chief Executive)

JONATHON TURNER

JOËLLE WARREN MBE

CHARLES BARNETT CVO

MARCO GARAVELLO (Finance Director)

LISA HANCOCK

STEWARDS

RICHARD WESTROPP (Chief Steward)

JEREMY BARLOW (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

SOPHIE CANDY

NATHAN GREEN

LAUREN THOMSON

STARTERS

LEE JONES

SEAMUS O’NEILL

JUDGE

NICK BOSTOCK

CLERK OF THE SCALES

WAYNE BURNELL

BETTING RING MANAGERS

NEIL PATEMAN

MALCOLM HART

VETERINARY OFFICER

JOHN BURGESS

VETERINARY SURGEONS

KATE SUMNER

JOHN SPENCER

STUART PEARSON (& X-RAY)

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr JOHN EDWARDS

Dr JOHN MURRAY

Dr TRISTAN ELKIN

Dr KATE GASKELL

NURSE

CLAIRE DICKINSON

FARRIER

KATIE RIDGEWAY

HORSE AMBULANCE

NICK JONES

COMMENTATOR

STEWART MACHIN

RACEDAY ANNOUNCER & CCTV PRESENTER

BEN SHEPPARD

EQUINE WELFARE & INTEGRITY OFFICERS

LOUISE NEALE

JANE SOUTHAM

MELANIE SHEPPARD

CLERK OF THE COURSE

ANDREW TULLOCH

DESIGNATED

SAFEGUARDING LEAD

MATT JONES

CHESTER RACE COMPANY LIMITED

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