Chester Racecard - Saturday 2nd September

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CONTENTS & TODAY’S RACING

CONTENTS

CHESTER RACECOURSE FACILITIES MAP 04

Your guide to facilities around Chester Racecourse

HOW TO READ THIS RACECARD 06

How to understand the racing pages throughout the racecard

CHESTERBET TRACKFACTS 08

Our tipsters have put a few words together to try and help you pick a winner or two!

CHESTERBET TRACKFACTS 09

A look at the in-form Trainers and Jockeys racing at Chester today

RACE CONDITIONS & TODAY’S OFFICIALS 62

RACING

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A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR- SATURDAY 2ND SEPTEMBER 2023

Good afternoon,

Welcome to Chester Racecourse for the most glamorous fixture of the season, Ladies Day! Today we look forward to thrilling racing, our annual best dressed competition, and of course our VIP DJ, Radio 1’s Jordan North, who will be performing after the racing.

Today’s race card begins with The Contact Company Handicap Stakes at 1:35pm. Later in the afternoon, we have a very exciting Class 1 Listed Race, The CAA Stellar Chester Stakes, at 3:20pm. Finally, the racing will draw to a close with The Jordan North DJ Set Handicap Stakes.

I’d like to say a sincere thank you to today’s sponsors; The Contact Company, EBF, Printworks Chester, CAA Stellar, CSP and KMF Group. All of us here at Chester Racecourse are grateful for your support.

I’d also like to extend my thanks to our partners who have provided some incredibly generous prizes for today’s best dressed competition; Beaverbrooks, RIO Chester, Edinburgh Gin, Net World Sports, and Laurent-Perrier

Be sure to stay after racing to see Jordan North take to the stage. He’s going to keep the party spirit going after racing has finished with his fantastic DJ set.

We next race here at Chester on Friday 15th September for our Autumn Festival Friday We have just four meetings left on the Roodee this year, so I hope you’ll join us again in September to make the most of our remaining race days.

Ian O’Doherty Chair

ParadeRing FoodCourt

ON COURSE BETTING & HOW TO READ THE RACECARD

WAYS TO BET

WIN ONLY The most common form of bet You win if your horse is first past the post. Example: £5 win at 8/1 would return £45 (8 x £5 = £40 + £5 stake)

EACH WAY Backing a horse to win or be placed. This doubles your bet

for example: £5 each way = £5 to win and £5 for a place = £10 total stake

STANDARD EACH WAY TERMS

In conjunction with The RCA, the bookmakers have introduced standard each-way terms. Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting

• Fewer than 4 runners - all on to win

• 5

7 runners (inclusive)

1/4 odds a place 1,2

• 8 or more runners – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3

• Handicaps with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3

• Handicaps with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive) – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3,4

• Handicaps with 22 or more runners – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3,4

Some bookmakers also offer ‘betting without the favourite’, where you can back your selection at reduced odds to either win or finish second to the horse nominated by the bookmaker as favourite. You may bet with confidence with any bookmaker on course as they operate with Administration Of Gambling On Tracks Ltd. (AGT) approval In the unlikely event of a dispute with a bookmaker please call upon the assistance of the AGT Betting Ring Manager, who can be found on the ground floor of the Grandstand Enclosure. The AGT also offers a ‘late pay’ service in case the bookmaker leaves the course before you have collected your winnings. Late pay claims should be sent to: AGT, 3A Kings Hall, Parsons Green, St Ives, Cambridgeshire, PE27 4WY.

PLACING A BET

Experiencing the buzz of the betting ring may be a little daunting at first, but you will soon find it is very easy to place a bet. Here are some guidelines for racegoers to follow:

1. Each bookmaker will be offering slightly different prices, so shop around for the best odds against your selection.

2. Call your bet clearly to the bookmaker by stating the name and / or number of your chosen horse and the stake

3. Listen to the bookmaker repeat your bet to his / her clerk and correct him immediately if any details are called wrongly

4. Make sure you obtain a ticket from the bookmaker and keep it safe.

5. If your selection wins, hand the ticket back to the bookmaker for settlement. Never destroy or dispose of your ticket until after the “Weighed in” announcement has been made Betting with the bookmaker is tax-free. Deductions are made only if a horse is withdrawn after the betting market has been formed

Please check the minimum stake accepted by each bookmaker on his display board Some bookmakers do not take sums under £5, especially in the main betting ring, but there will be others who are happy to accept £2 bets. Please tender the correct change when possible.

1. Colours Graphic - a visual of the Owners

Silks that the Jockey will be wearing

2. Horse’s number on saddlecloth

3. Colour and sex of horse: B - Bay Br - Brown h - horse Ch - Chesnut

c - colt (followed by Sire and Dam)

g - gelding Gr - Grey f - filly

m - mare Ro - Roan

4. Horse’s name

5. Birthplace of horse if not born in Great Britain

6. Number of day’s since horse last ran

7. Details of horse’s previous performances: Bold type indicates All-Weather Track form / denotes new season - denotes new year

C - The horse has won on this racecourse

D - The horse has won over this distance

CD - The horse has won over a race over this course and distance

BF - The horse was a beaten favourite on its last run

8. Age of horse

OFFICIAL BHA RATINGS

9. Weight the horse carries (stones and pounds)

10.Draw

11 Owner’s Name(s)

12. Breeder

13 Trainer’s Name and location of training establishment

14.A guide to the horse’s recent form and star rating. Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:

HHHHH Selected to win the race.

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

15 Jockey’s photo 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

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.

1 FALCON EIGHT (IRE) (314) 2145/34-

6 9-10 (10) Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Polished Gem (IRE) Frankie Dettori J

O Moyglare Stud Farms Ltd

D. K. Weld, Ireland T B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart performer who bagged 2m Sandown Listed race under Frankie Dettori in 2019 Fair efforts in only 2 outings last year. Yard’s runners over here always respected TFRHHHII BHA104

Revich, who won this race in 2020 off a 4lb lower mark, can never be ruled out at this circuit and is likely to go well again despite his high draw However, POSITIVE IMPACT has faced stiffer tests since he finished a close second in last year’s renewal and, from a more handy stalls position, he shades the vote Master Zoffany and Boardman are others with solid past form at this venue

WIN: POSITIVE IMPACT

DANGER: REVICH

Time may prove that Foreign Exchange wasn’t disgraced when second to a well-fancied colt at Thirsk last month and he commands respect, while Politico is also noted. The verdict, however, is for INFINITY BLUE, who improved markedly from his first to second run when finishing third in a Newmarket novice, one place ahead of the subsequent Gimcrack Stakes winner Lake Forest

WIN: INFINITY BLUE

DANGER: FOREIGN EXCHANGE

A wide berth hinders a quick follow-up success from Dickieburd, who turns out under a 6lb penalty for winning at Catterick on Wednesday, while Sugar Hill Babe (winner) can confirm recent Bath form with Skallywag Bay (second). Nevertheless, the one who appeals most from a low draw is ANOTHER BAAR, whose previous form stands up to scrutiny and he will be a big player with a sharp start.

WIN: ANOTHER BAAR

DANGER: DICKIEBURD

MILITARY ORDER was denied a four-timer when well beaten in the Derby in June and Charlie Appleby’s inmate looks the one to beat dropping in class. A full-brother to 2021 Derby and King George hero Adayar, there is likely much more to come and the threeyear-old can get the better of Lone Eagle, who can bounce back having failed to get involved in the Goodwood Cup last month. Irish raider Shanroe is another to consider

WIN: MILITARY ORDER

DANGER: LONE EAGLE

A case can be made for all of these, but WORKS OF ART broke her maiden at the second time of asking in July and could be worth siding with. A half-sister to Group 2 two-year-old winner Tactical, Andrew Balding’s inmate is fancied to progress on her turf debut. The grade-dropping Jabaara can give the selection plenty to think about and is expected to appreciate coming back to 6f. Elinor Dashwood is another to bear in mind.

WIN: WORKS OF ART

DANGER: JABAARA

Preference is for ROMAN DRAGON, who is drawn nicely in stall four and can offer a bold bid. Hugo Palmer’s charge returns to the track after 50 days off where he was beaten just a length over C&D. Off the same mark, he can turn the form around with Count D’Orsay now 1lb better off Last-time-out winner Spoof deserves respect off 2lb higher, while Paws For Thought also boasts solid claims

WIN: ROMAN DRAGON

DANGER: COUNT D’ORSAY

SEPTEMBER POWER was a facile winner over 2m at Beverley last time and this looks a good opportunity to follow up Michael Wigham’s charge scored by seven and a half lengths on that occasion and she looks primed to defy a 5lb penalty. Zimmerman also won last time, scoring by a head over 2m at Haydock, but he may find it tough to score again up 3lb in the ratings, while better can be expected of Brave Knight.

WIN: SEPTEMBER POWER

DANGER: ZIMMERMAN

THE RACECOURSE

DESCRIPTION

A left-handed circular flat course, turning for most of the way, and finishing in a short straight which is less than two furlongs in length. The course suits the handy type of horse and a fast start is quite important in sprints. At just over a mile around this is the smallest course in Great Britain.

TOP COURSE TRAINERS

LEADING TRAINERS AT CHESTER (2018-2023) WITH RUNNERS:

A BALDING (39 wins from 194 runners, 20%) runs INFINITY BLUE (2.10), WORKS OF ART (3.55).

T DASCOMBE (32 wins from 203 runners, 16%) runs TENHOTFOURCRAZY (3.55).

R FAHEY (29 wins from 310 runners, 9%) runs MASTER ZOFFANY (1.35), DARE TO HOPE (4.30).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

R BECKETT (15 wins from 47 runners, 32%) runs LONE EAGLE and THANKS MONICA (3.20), SEAHOUSES (5.05).

W HAGGAS (13 wins from 51 runners, 25%) runs LORD BERTIE (1.35).

C JOHNSTON (12 wins from 90 runners, 13%) runs AUSTRIAN THEORY (1.35), POLITICO (2.10).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

LEADING JOCKEYS AT CHESTER (2018-2023) WITH RIDES:

F NORTON (22 wins from 190 rides, 12%) rides AUSTRIAN THEORY (1.35), POLITICO (2.10), ANOTHER BAAR (2.45), EVOCATIVE SPARK (4.30).

D PROBERT (21 wins from 116 rides, 18%) rides INFINITY BLUE (2.10), BETWEENTHESTICKS (2.45), GREYSFUL STORM (3.20), ROMAN DRAGON (4.30), LAND OF WINTER (5.05).

J HART (13 wins from 64 rides, 20%) rides ON A SESSION (1.35), IT’S NOT RISKY (2.10), PROFITABLE EDGE (2.45), SHANROE (3.20), ZARZYNI (4.30), SEPTEMBER POWER (5.05).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

W BUICK (15 wins from 53 rides, 28%) rides POSITIVE IMPACT (1.35), FAIR WIND (2.45), MILITARY ORDER (3.20), WORKS OF ART (3.55), PAWS FOR THOUGHT (4.30).

D TUDHOPE (10 wins from 43 rides, 23%) rides LORD BERTIE (1.35), FOREIGN EXCHANGE (2.10), THANKS MONICA (3.20), DEMOCRACY DILEMMA (4.30), IT’S GOOD TO LAUGH (5.05).

D PROBERT (6 wins from 47 rides, 13%) rides listed above.

1. Ralph Beckett

2. Jason Hart

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Leading Trainer OF CHESTER 2023 season

will receive A case of champagne, the Bobby McAlpine Trophy and £5,000

The trophy is to commemorate Mr Bobby McAlpine. Bobby was at the heart of Chester Race Company for 30 years, serving as Chairman for 20 years – and Honorary President until the time of his passing in 2021.

He was instrumental in the expansion of Chester Race Company bringing it to where it is today His love of racing came from his uncle telling him about winning the Grand National in 1921 with his horse Shaun Spadah.

His first horse was bought from Ireland when still in his twenties and the love affair with horse racing continued. Many winners followed in the King George V Stakes in 1969 and the ascot Gold Cup in 1970 He then began a small breeding operation breeding the likes of Inglis Drever, a three time winner of the Stayers’ Hurdle at Cheltenham, and many others.

The Chester Race Company and his family felt offering his trophy for a period of a year to the Leading Trainer at Chester throughout the season would be a fitting tribute.

THE CONTACT COMPANY

HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £50000

Owners Prize Money 1st £20080, 2nd £10040, 3rd £5020, 4th £2510, 5th £1255, 6th £625, 7th £315, 8th £155 (Penalty Value £25480)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This race is a seven and a half furlong handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards. The majority of handicaps are designed for horses from with a specific ratings band but this particular race has no rating restrictions attached to it which allows horses with a higher rating to take part. Despite having no rating restrictions attached to it the higher rated horses must still concede weight to their lower rated rivals, which tend to make open handicaps very competitive races.

colours no horse

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

1 BOARDMAN (GB) (23) 551500 CD

7 9-12 (6)

Br B g Kingman - Nimble Thimble (USA) David Allan J

O Mr Ball, Mr Hodkinson, Mr Malley & Ptr Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 3 times last season and right back to his best when landing a C&D handicap (7.6f) in May Struggled in Group 3 company next time and has struggled to make an impact from revised mark twice since. TFRHHHII BHA100

2 POSITIVE IMPACT (IRE) (21) 221-006 D

4 9-10 (3)

Br Ch g Shamardal (USA) - Masarah (IRE) William Buick J

O Mr Mohammed Al Nabouda Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Pretty impressive winner of a 1m Kempton handicap on his final 3-y-o start. Failed to fire in 2 outings in Dubai at the beginning of 2023 and while he showed a bit more at Ascot 3 weeks ago, he was still beaten on merit. TFRHHHII BHA98

3 REVICH (IRE) (29) 310040 CD

7 9-7 (10)

Br B g Requinto (IRE) - Kathleen Rafferty (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J

O Middleham Park LXVII & Phil Cunningham Richard Spencer, Newmarket T

B Mr T. Jones Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways over C&D in May and would have finished a shade closer with a clear run when fourth at Sandown in July Modest in the Golden Mile a month ago but drops in grade/trip here. TFRHHHII BHA95

4 PERCY’S LAD (GB) (27) 04-3500 CD

Br Ch g Sir Percy - Victory Garden

5 9-6 (11)

Tom Eaves J

O Mr Alan Kerr Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn T

B Genesis Green Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Sound effort when seventh of 29 in handicap at Royal Ascot (7f, good to firm) faring best of those ridden prominently Brushed aside at Galway latest but this is an easier assignment, albeit he’s drawn wide. TFRHHHHI BHA94

5 AUSTRIAN THEORY (IRE) (9) 310400 D

Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Cedar Sea (IRE)

O Dr J. Walker

4 9-3 (8)

Franny Norton J

Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Epona Bloodstock Ltd and P.A Byrne Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Given an excellent front-running ride when successful over 8.5f at Epsom in June. Sound efforts on the whole since and he’s back on that mark. TFRHHIII BHA91

6 LORD BERTIE (FR) (28) 31-1 D

Br B g Wootton Bassett - Bhageerathi (IRE)

O Mrs Fiona Carmichael

B Ecurie Peregrine Sas

3 9-2 (1)

Daniel Tudhope J

William Haggas, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW €500,000 purchase who showed promise behind Chaldean in 7f Newbury novice on debut a year ago. Won both starts since a year apart on heavy ground, landing the odds at Thirsk a month ago. TFRHHHHH BHA95

7 LIAMARTY DREAMS (GB) (28) 416240 CD 4 9-1 (5)

Br B g Oasis Dream - Heavenly Verse

O Mr Liam Kelly & Mrs E Burke

B Whitwell Bldstock & Magnolia Bldstock

Sam James J

K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

KB Spigot Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made all at Musselburgh in June but in the grip of the handicapper since and he reportedly returned lame at Thirsk last time.

TFRHHIII BHA89

8

HODLER (GER) (14) 2-00100 C

4 9-0 (7)

Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Herzprinzessin (GER) Ryan Sexton (3) J

O Taylor & O’Dwyer Jim Boyle, Epsom T

B Gestut Gorlsdorf Jim Boyle Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive form as a 3-y-o, winning 3 times over 7f Back on the up with a 7f win on heavy ground here in May but unable to land a blow twice since. TFRHHIII BHA88

9 ON A SESSION (USA) (3) 620405

7 8-13 (9)

Br B g Noble Mission - Destiny Calls (USA) Jason Hart J

O Penton Hill Racing Limited & Mr L O’Kane David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T

B Green Lantern Stables LLC Txodds S

TIMEFORM VIEW Strong traveller who cashed in on a drop in grade at Musselburgh in April. Runner-up over this C&D the following month but form since has a rather patchy look to it. TFRHHIII BHA87

10 MASTER ZOFFANY (IRE) (27) 515-554 CD 5 8-10 (4)

Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Dufoof (IRE) Billy Garritty J

O Let’s Go Racing 2 Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Roundhill Stud Racing People S

TIMEFORMVIEWTook really well to the AW when successful at Wolverhampton in December Unable to continue the good work since, though he should strip fitter with last month’s C&D return to action under his belt.

11 FOOLS RUSH IN (IRE) (10) 006500 CD

Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Faddwa (IRE)

O Dab Hand Racing

B Stephanie Hanly

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner for Hugo Palmer in July 2022. Winless since, and he’s dropping in the weights without threatening to take advantage. Headgear back on.

TFRHHIII BHA84

12 SPIORADALTA (GB) (30) 610616 CD 3 8-2 (2)

Br B g Rajasinghe (IRE) - Broughtons Secret George Rooke J

O Clayton Civils, S Morrell & Hathaway Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T

B M. E. Broughton Cube3 Construction S

TIMEFORMVIEWLanded a gamble in re-fitted cheekpieces over C&D in July Denied a clear run at Goodwood since so can be forgiven that. TFRHHIII BHA80

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2022: PERCY’S LAD 4 9 8 Tom Eaves 20-1 (Daniel & Claire Kubler) 11 ran Visor worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 11, 12.

Stewards Note:

LIAMARTY DREAMS: Following its run on 5/8/2023 it was reported that the horse finished slightly lame.

HODLER: Following its run on 19/8/2023 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.

SPIORADALTA: Following its run on 3/8/2023 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.

Probable S.P.’s: 13-8 Lord Bertie (FR), 8-1 Revich (IRE), 10-1 Percy’s Lad (GB), 11-1 Positive Impact (IRE), Master Zoffany (IRE), 12-1 Boardman (GB), 22-1 On A Session (USA), 25-1 Austrian Theory (IRE), Hodler (GER), Spioradalta (GB), 28-1 Liamarty Dreams (GB), Fools Rush In (IRE)

LORD BERTIE rather stands out on profile as a totally unexposed 3-y-o representing a top yard and, having landed stall 1, the hat-trick beckons. Master Zoffany seems sure to step up on his reappearance and he’s a threat, along with Percy’s Lad, despite his low draw

TIMEFORM

POSITION OF STALLS

All- Inside

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PREDICTION: 1.LORD BERTIE (FR) 2.MASTER ZOFFANY (IRE) 3.PERCY’S LAD Don’t forget to bet on the

THE BRITISH EBF RUBY ANNIVERSARY NOVICE STAKES

(CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for novice two yrs old

Total prize fund £9999

Owners Prize Money 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258

(Penalty Value £5233.48)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This seven furlong Novice Stakes is restricted to two-year-olds which are EBF eligible but in order to take part all of the runners must meet certain conditions. Unlike a maiden, which is restricted to horses yet to record a victory, winning horses which have run in a maximum of six races are eligible to run. Weights are set according to sex before previous winners are allocated penalties depending on the level at which they have been successful.

colours no horse

1 POLITICO (IRE) (40) 31055 C

(2)

Br B c Blue Point (IRE) - Servalan (IRE) Franny Norton J

O Mr Saeed Bin Mohammed Al Qassimi Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Vimal & Gillian Khosla Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved from debut when making all at Chester (6f) in May, before well held in the Coventry Stakes at Royal Ascot. Struggled in nurseries since and work to do here under a penalty TFRHHHII BHA80

2 COLORADA DANCER (GB) (13) 2

9-4 (10)

Br B c Time Test - Colorada J

O Mr Steve Bradley Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Smarden Thoroughbreds Tote S

NON-RUNNER

TIMEFORMVIEW Promising type. 16/1, second of 11 in maiden at Sandown (7f, good) on debut 13 days ago. Will know more this time and he’s sure to improve.

3 FOREIGN EXCHANGE (GB) (15) 02

Br B c Oasis Dream - Marie of Lyon

O Clipper Logistics

B Branton Court Stud LLP

TFRHHHHI BHA-

9-4 (6)

Daniel Tudhope J

K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

TIMEFORMVIEW Bred to be sharp and left debut run well behind when second of 8 at Thirsk a fortnight ago. Needs to leave that form well behind.

4 INFINITY BLUE (IRE) (29) 03

Br B c Blue Point (IRE) - Our Joy (IRE)

O Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

B Ballyphilip Stud

TFRHHHII BHA-

9-4 (7)

David Probert J

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

TIMEFORM VIEW Knew more than on debut when third of 7 in novice company at Newmarket a month ago. That race has worked out well and he’s in excellent hands, so has to go on the shortlist.

5 IT’S NOT RISKY (GB) (22) 0

TFRHHHHH BHA-

9-4 (1)

Br Ch c Showcasing - Modify Jason Hart J

O SBS (UK) Ltd & Owen Promotions Ltd

Hugo Palmer Malpas T

B Denniff Farms Ltd & Whitsbury Manor Stud Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Eighth in novice event (9/1) at Haydock (7f, good to firm) on debut 22 days ago, though he did look awkward.

6 MISTER GAN (GB) (98) 0

Br B c Invincible Army (IRE) - Babette (IRE)

O NickBradleyRacing45 & Alfa Site Services

B Richard Kent & Barry O’Connor

TFRHHHII BHA-

9-4 (5)

Sam James J

Craig Lidster, Easingwold T

Alfa Site Services Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW 22/1, seventh of 9 in novice event at York (6f good to firm) on debut. Off 98 days and needs to step up markedly on that.

7 NICHOLO (GB) (-)

Br B c Mukhadram - Mariah’s Melody (IRE)

O E. H. Jones (Paints) Ltd

TFRHHIII BHA-

9-4 (8)

Laura Coughlan (5) J

Lisa Williamson, Tarporley T

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 2. Mukhadram colt. Dam lightly-raced half-sister to useful US 6f-8.5f (minor stakes) winner Carving. TFRHIIII BHA-

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

TERRATINO FIRE (GB) (-) 9-4 (3)

Br B g Buratino (IRE) - Kirrin Island (USA)

Paul Mulrennan J

O Satchell Goss Owen Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

B Owen Promotions Ltd

Satchell Moran Solicitors S

TIMEFORMVIEWFoaledApril27 Buratinogelding.Damunracedhalf-sistertouseful2-y-o6fwinnerEagleOrb.Noteworthy newcomer with stall 3 a plus. TFRHHHHI BHA-

9 VALADERO (IRE) (27) 2243

9-4 (11)

Br Ch c Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Fiuntach (IRE) Hector Crouch J

O Amo Racing Limited Darryll Holland, Newmarket T

B Irish National Stud Sports Invest UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up first 2 starts before flopping at Ripon. 11/2, first run since leaving Dominic Ffrench Davis when third of 5 in novice event at this C&D (heavy) 27 days ago. Wide draw to overcome. TFRHHHII BHA80

10 VARDEN (IRE) (42) 06

9-4 (9)

Br Ch c Bungle Inthejungle - Yogi’s Girl (IRE) Tom Eaves J

O Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

B Miss Ciara Doyle

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed more than on debut when sixth of 9 in novice event at Haydock (7f, soft) 42 days ago. Cheekpieces on first time. TFRHHHII BHA-

11 AUTUMN ROSE (IRE) (31) 05

8-13 (4)

Br B f Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Malayan Mist (IRE) David Egan J

O Mr A. Mills Tony Carroll, Cropthorne T

B Skymarc Farm Mill House Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW First run since leaving Donnacha Aidan O’Brien when fifth of 7 in maiden at Leicester (6f soft) 31 days ago.

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

TFRHIIII BHA-

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 10 Running for the first time since Gelding No. 8.

Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 Infinity Blue (IRE), 8-1 Valadero (IRE), 9-1 Terratino Fire (GB), 10-1 Foreign Exchange (GB), 11-1 Politico (IRE), 16-1 Varden (IRE), 22-1 It’s Not Risky (GB), 33-1 Autumn Rose (IRE), 50-1 Mister Gan (GB), 250-1 Nicholo (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

The Newmarket novice INFINITY BLUE finished third in a month ago has worked out well, and given the yard he represents another forward step looks on the cards. He’s awarded the vote in what is an open race, while newcomer Terratino Fire is also interesting on paper

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.INFINITY BLUE (IRE)

2.TERRATINO FIRE

3.FOREIGN EXCHANGE

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THE VIRGIN BET ATALANTA STAKES

(CLASS 1) (Group 3)

for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares

Total prize fund £80000

Owners Prize Money 1st £35648, 2nd £14632, 3rd £7320, 4th £3656, 5th £1832, 6th £912.

(Penalty Value £45368)

colours no horse

age st-lb Draw Jockey

1 HEREDIA (GB) (21) 00-2241 D 4 9-6 (10)

Br Br or Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Nakuti (IRE) (Mastercraftsman (IRE)) Sean Levey J

O St Albans Bloodstock Limited

B St Albans Bloodstock LLP

Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

TIMEFORM VIEW Won her first 4, notably the Sandringham at Royal Ascot in 2022. Has returned in good order and better than ever when resuming winning ways at Haydock 3 weeks ago by 3 3/4 lengths from Purplepay TFRHHHHH BHA105

2 POTAPOVA (GB) (73) 014-P55 CD 5 9-6 (8)

Br B m Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Safina (Pivotal)

O Cheveley Park Stud

Ryan Moore J

Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket T

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Cheveley Park Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed smart form when winning this last year Not at that level this season, though wasn’t disgraced when fifth in Group 2 at Royal Ascot last time. Needs to bounce back to her best if she’s to repeat last year’s win.

3 PURPLEPAY (FR) (21) 56-0032 D

Br B f Zarak (FR) - Piedra (IRE) (Lawman (FR))

O Lael Stable

B Mme Lisa Lemiere Dubois

4 9-6 (4)

Tom Marquand J

William Haggas, Newmarket T

TIMEFORMVIEWWon the Group 2 Prix de Sandringham at Chantilly last summer but not so good since, albeit running her best race for a while when second to Heredia in listed race at Haydock (8.2f good, 11/2) 21 days ago

4 ROMAN MIST (IRE) (35) 02-1602 D

Br Gr m Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Drifting Mist (Muhtathir)

O David Howden & Partners

B Kildaragh Stud

5 9-6 (2)

Oisin Murphy J

Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T

Tweenhills Farm & Stud Ltd, Tweenhills Farm & Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable mare who proved as good as ever in listed company at Goodwood (1m, heavy) in May. Modest at Epsom but put that quickly behind her next 2 starts, going close in Group 3 at Ascot. TFRHHHII BHA101

5 COPPICE (GB) (50) 1-0115 D

3 9-1 (6)

Br B f Kingman - Helleborine (Observatory (USA)) Kieran Shoemark J

O Juddmonte John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T

B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Juddmonte Farms Inc S

TIMEFORMVIEWImprovinginleapsandboundsandprovedheropeningmarkwasalenientonewhenwinningSandringham (6/1) at Royal Ascot (8f, good to firm). Far from disgraced in Falmouth at Newmarket since.

6 MIDNIGHT MILE (IRE) (21) 14-4013

TFRHHHHI BHA105

3 9-1 (9)

Br B f No Nay Never (USA) - Ruby Tuesday (IRE) (Galileo (IRE)) Oisin Orr J

O Mrs Richard Henry & Mrs John Magnier Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Premier Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Caused something of a surprise when taking Oh So Sharp Stakes (7f) in October before decent fourth in Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies. Won fillies’ listed event in good style at York and third in Haydock Group 3.

TFRHHHHI BHA104

7 MYSTERIOUS LOVE (IRE) (35) 25-0105 D 3 9-1 (3)

Br B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Ma Cherie (Galileo (IRE)) Rossa Ryan J

O Ms E. L. Banks David Menuisier, Pulborough T

B Haras du Mont Dit Mont GB Helicopters S

TIMEFORM VIEW Came good with emphatic Nottingham maiden win (1m, heavy) in a first-time hood in May. Highly tried after and this looks another tough ask.

8 NIBRAS ANGEL (GB) (22) 11

TFRHHIII BHA94

3 9-1 (1)

Br B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Always Thankful (Showcasing) Benoit de la Sayette J

O Mr Saeed H. Altayer Ismail Mohammed, Newmarket T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Dubai Racing Club S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 2 from 2 in straightforward fashion when defying penalty at Thirsk 3 weeks ago Taking a big step up in class but she looks a useful prospect. TFRHHHII BHA91

Br Breeding

O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

9 NOVUS (IRE) (30) 016221 D

3 9-1 (5)

Br B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Fleur de Nuit (IRE) (Montjeu (IRE)) Tom Queally J

O Mr Omar Jackson

B Fleur Partnership

Gary Moore, Horsham T

K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive filly who resumed winning ways after just 2 days off in big-field handicap at Glorious Goodwood. Plenty to find at this level, however. TFRHHIII BHA92

10 QUEEN FOR YOU (IRE) (36) 1255 D BF 3 9-1 (7)

Br B f Kingman - Fallen For You (Dansili)

O Normandie Stud Ltd

Robert Havlin J

John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T

B Normandie Stud Ltd Normandie Stud Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Won on her debut in striking fashion at Ascot in May and improved significantly on that form when second in listed race at York (7.9f) Not disgraced in Coronation Stakes next time before excuses back at York 5 weeks ago TFRHHHHI BHA100

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2022: POTAPOVA 4 9 6 Richard Kingscote 18-1 (Sir Michael Stoute) 11 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 10 Hood worn by No 7.

Stewards Note:

ROMAN MIST: Following its run on 29/7/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 Coppice (GB), 5-1 Heredia (GB), 7-1 Potapova (GB), Midnight Mile (IRE), Queen For You (IRE), 10-1 Purplepay (FR), Roman Mist (IRE), 16-1 Nibras Angel (GB), 40-1 Mysterious Love (IRE), Novus (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

HEREDIA took her form to another level when readily beating Purplepay in a listed race at Haydock and Richard Hannon’s filly looks the one to beat on that form Coppice was far from disgraced when tried at the highest level in the Falmouth at Newmarket and rates a big threat back down in class, with her stablemate Queen For You another to consider

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HEREDIA 2.COPPICE 3.QUEEN FOR YOU (IRE)

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BEVERLEY BEVERLEY BEVERLEY

THE WILLIAM HILL

BEVERLEY BULLET SPRINT STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £50000

5f

Owners Prize Money

1st £22280, 2nd £9145, 3rd £4575, 4th £2285, 5th £1145, 6th £570 (Penalty Value £28355)

colours no horse

1 APOLLO ONE (GB) (28) 21-3222

age st-lb Draw Jockey

5 9-4 (2)

Br Ch g Equiano (FR) - Boonga Roogeta Graham Lee J

O pcracing.co.uk P. Charalambous & J. Clutterbuck, Newmarket T

B Peter Charalambous

TIMEFORM VIEW In good form on the AW towards the end of last season and has continued in the same vein on turf this year, placed all 4 starts in competitive 6f handicaps, including the Wokingham and Stewards’ Cup

2 BOND CHAIRMAN (GB) (21) 404-130 D

Br Br g Kodiac - Wunders Dream (IRE)

O Bond Thoroughbred Limited

TFRHHHHI BHA103

4 9-4 (4)

Harry Russell J

Bryan Smart, Hambleton T

B Exors of the Late J. Ellis Churchill Tyres S

TIMEFORMVIEWProduced his best effort when getting back to winning ways in handicap at Doncaster in June. Good third at Ascot next time but misfired at the Shergar Cup meeting there since (possibly amiss). TFRHHIII BHA98

3 JUDICIAL (IRE) (21) 2012-05 CD 11 9-4 (3)

Br B g Iffraaj - Marlinka

O Elite Racing Club

Callum Rodriguez J

Julie Camacho, Malton T

B Elite Racing Club Elite Racing Club S

TIMEFORM VIEW 4-time C&D winner, including this very race in 2019 (also third to Tis Marvellous in the 2021 renewal). Stepped up on his low-key reappearance when fifth at Ascot last time and dangerous to discount back at a course he clearly likes.

4 SILKYWILKIE (IRE) (2) 052204 CD

Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Vasoni (IRE)

O Middleham Park Racing LXXXI & E Burke

B Mrs Claire Doyle

TFRHHHII BHA99

4 9-4 (5)

Clifford Lee J

K. R Burke Leyburn T

Tattersalls, Middleham Park Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Impressive winner of the Scottish Sprint Cup at Musselburgh (5f, soft) during the spring and largely creditable efforts since, runner-up in a York listed race in July 8/1, respectable fourth in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 2 days ago

TFRHHHII BHA108

5 TIS MARVELLOUS (GB) (21) 100-000 CD 9 9-4 (6)

Br B g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Mythicism

O Miss J. Deadman & Mr S. Barrow

B Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd

Luke Morris J

Clive Cox, Hungerford T

Clive Cox Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to fire this season but he won this race 12 months ago on the back of a similar build-up Also landed the 2021 edition and it would be no surprise at all were this 9-y-o to bounce back with a very bold show.

TFRHHHHH BHA98

6 KERDOS (IRE) (29) 203265 3 9-3 (1)

Br B c Profitable (IRE) - The Mums

O John Connolly & A D Spence

Ben Curtis J

Clive Cox, Hungerford T

B KCS Bloodstock Ltd Eclipse Partners Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Cracking effort in the 3-y-o 5f handicap at Royal Ascot in June when just touched off after drifting left inside the final furlong. Modest at York next time but latest fifth in a Group 2 at Goodwood was highly respectable. TFRHHHII BHA101

7 ELEGANT ERIN (IRE) (8) 1-05234 CD BF

Br B m Dandy Man (IRE) - Eriniya (IRE)

O R J Bloodstock

B Brian Miller

6 8-13 (7)

Cam Hardie J

Paul Midgley, Westow T

TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time winner last season who has largely performed with credit in competitive handicaps this season. However, she’s surely biting off more than she can chew here

TFRHIIII BHA83

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: TIS MARVELLOUS 8 9 4 Paul Hanagan 7-2 (Clive Cox) 13 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No 5.

Probable S.P.’s: 3-1 Silky Wilkie (IRE), 7-2 Apollo One (GB), 9-2 Kerdos (IRE), 6-1 Judicial (IRE), 13-2 Tis Marvellous (GB), 10-1 Bond Chairman (GB), 40-1 Elegant Erin (IRE)

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

Though well below par in three starts so far this season, TIS MARVELLOUS may again spring back to life in a race that he won last year and in 2021. Interestingly he arrived here 12 months on the back of a similarly low-key build up but that didn’t stop him scoring in decisive fashion. Apollo One thoroughly deserves to get his head in front following a series of cracking efforts in big handicaps and is feared most ahead of Judicial, while Silky Wilkie would be a big player if taking his chance.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TIS MARVELLOUS 2.APOLLO ONE 3.JUDICIAL (IRE)

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THE PRINTWORKS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for three yrs old

Total prize fund £12000

Owners Prize Money 1st £4955, 2nd £2478, 3rd £1238, 4th £619, 5th £310

(Penalty Value £6280.80)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a five furlong handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 61 to 80. In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far. The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than a lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 40 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 130.

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

colours no horse st-lb Draw Jockey

1 ANOTHER BAAR (GB) (16) 133030 D 9-11 (2)

Br B g Mayson - Rapid Recruit (IRE) Franny Norton J

O Ontoawinner Andy Finneran Richard Porter Adrian Keatley, Malton T

B Bolton Grange www.ontoawinner.net S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged his third success of the campaign at Beverley in June. Ran well in a first-time visor when third at Goodwood but the headgear didn’t work as well at Windsor Well drawn to attack, at least. TFRHHHII BHA82

2 DICKIEBURD (GB) (3) 663601 CD 9-11(in 6lb ex)(11)

Br B g Cracksman - Lydia’s Place Sam James J

O NickBradleyRacing45 & Alfa Site Services Craig Lidster, Easingwold T

B Alfa Site Services Ltd Alfa Site Services Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner last summer and career best when doubling tally in 9-runner handicap at Catterick (5f, good, 14/1) on Wednesday, suited by way race developed. Carries penalty and drawn wide but still commands respect. TFRHHHHI BHA76

3 UMMING N’ AHING (GB) (98) 4-41115 D BF

9-9 (10)

Br Ch g Lightning Spear - Life Is Golden (USA) Gina Mangan (3) J

O Mr E. A. Brook Bill Turner, Sherborne T

B Fernham Farm Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Completed hat-trick at Goodwood in May and well backed to go in again at that venue later that month, only to finish fifth. Still shaped quite nicely and could easily get back on track returned from a break. TFRHHHII BHA80

4 SEANTRABH (IRE) (28) 1-44053 D

9-5 (9)

Br B g Tasleet - Hot Stone (IRE) Zak Wheatley (5) J

O Mr Brian Chambers Declan Carroll, Malton T

B Ballyhane

Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Harshly dealt with by the assessor after winning a Catterick novice in the autumn. Respectable third of 9 in handicap at Thirsk (5f, heavy) from reduced mark 28 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA76

5 SKALLYWAG BAY (GB) (14) 212322 D

Br Gr f Havana Grey - Bassmah

O Mr J. R. Shannon

B J. R. Shannon

9-5 (7)

David Egan J

Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained both career wins on the AW, latterly at Lingfield in June. Equally effective on turf, 1-length second to Sugar Hill Babe in handicap (9/4) at Bath (5f, good to soft) 14 days ago. Likely to give it another good go. TFRHHHII BHA76

6 FAIR WIND (GB) (98) 3214 D

Br Gr g Tasleet - Gone Sailing

O Kennet Valley Syndicates V

9-5 (1)

William Buick J

Owen Burrows, Lambourn T

B D. R. Botterill Oakman Group PLC S

TIMEFORM VIEW AW novice winner in April Bit below form fourth of 10 in handicap at Salisbury (5f good to firm) a month later Off the track since but he’s not yet exposed and Buick is a positive booking. Draw 1 also in his favour TFRHHHHI BHA76

7

BETWEENTHESTICKS (GB) (12) 622364 D

Br B g Captain Gerrard (IRE) - Jollyhockeysticks

O The Wilsley Partnership

B J. P. Coggan

9-4 (8)

David Probert J

Jack Channon, West Ilsley T

Jack Channon Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Triple winner during second half of 2022. Yet to add to tally this year unable to land a blow at Lingfield 12 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA75

8

PADDY’S DAY (IRE) (15) 662360 D 9-2 (6)

Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Elusive Gold (IRE) Rowan Scott J

O ONTOAWINNER 1 Nigel Tinkler, Malton T

B Tom McDonald www.ontoawinner.net S

TIMEFORM VIEW AW winner in March and better form when runner-up at Redcar in June. Had little chance given how the race unfolded at Wolverhampton and he needs treating as though still in form.

HHHII BHA73

9 PROFITABLE EDGE (IRE) (25) 5446-21 D 9-2 (4)

Br B f Profitable (IRE) - By The Edge (IRE) Jason Hart J

O Mr Chris McHale David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T

B P. Hyland & C. & J. Mchale Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-Irish filly who has been a different proposition for this yard, easily winning 4-runner handicap at Ripon last month. 6lb rise may not prevent the follow up.

10 SECRET MISTRAL (GB) (22) 24-0354

(12)

Br Ch f Pearl Secret - Beau Mistral (IRE) Tom Eaves J

O Mr A. Mills Tony Carroll, Cropthorne T

B A Mills Mill House Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Haydock winner who looked a hard ride when fifth of 8 in handicap at Windsor, hanging left throughout. Possesses plenty of speed so this trip more suitable than 5f last time. Stall 12 an issue.

11 SUGAR HILL BABE (IRE) (14) 340601 D 8-6 (3)

Br B f Bungle Inthejungle - Kardyls Hope (IRE) Laura Coughlan (5) J

O JMH Racing Limited Lisa Williamson, Tarporley T

B Seamus Finucane

TIMEFORM VIEW Habitual slow starter but bounced right back to form when landing 6-runner handicap at Bath, seeing off Skallywag Bay Up 4lb and this track may not be ideal.

12 PINK STRIPES (GB) (15) 034642

HHHII BHA63

(5)

Br Gr f Heeraat (IRE) - Mariah’s Melody (IRE) Elisha Whittington (5) J

O Mr Shaun Williams Lisa Williamson, Tarporley T

B E. H. Jones (Paints) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 17 starts and a long way out of the weights here.

TFRHIIII BHA47

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2022: RIVERSWAY 3 8 8 Barry McHugh 15-2 (Julie Camacho) 10 ran Hood worn by No. 6. Visor worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.

Probable S.P.’s: 9-2 Profitable Edge (IRE), 13-2 Dickieburd (GB), Fair Wind (GB), 17-2 Skallywag Bay (GB), 12-1 Umming N’ Ahing (GB), 14-1 Seantrabh (IRE), Betweenthesticks (GB), Sugar Hill Babe (IRE), 16-1 Another Baar (GB), Paddy’s Day (IRE), Secret Mistral (GB), 66-1 Pink Stripes (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

PROFITABLE EDGE took her form to a whole new level when successful at Ripon, and with the prospect of more to come for this stable, she can defy her new mark. Stall 11 could be tricky for Dickieburd but he’s in top form, with Fair Wind capable of better

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THE VIRGIN BET HANDICAP STAKES

(CLASS 2)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £50000

Owners Prize Money 1st £20155, 2nd £10080, 3rd £5040, 4th £2520, 5th £1260, 6th £630, 7th £315.

(Penalty Value £25575)

colours no horse

age st-lb Draw Jockey

1 CERTAIN LAD (GB) (37) 3-03006 D 7 9-12 (6)

Br B g Clodovil (IRE) - Chelsey Jayne (IRE) (Galileo (IRE)) George Bass (3) J

O Mr C. R. Hirst

B Barry Walters

Jack Channon, West Ilsley T

Jack Channon Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWGroup 3 winner in 2020 and still capable of very useful form Latest sixth of 11 atYarmouth was respectable and being dropped another 2lb since can only help

2 EAGLE’S WAY (GB) (32) 1111-20 D BF

Br Ch g Gleneagles (IRE) - Martlet (Dansili)

O Tim Bunting - Osborne House II

TFRHHHII BHA101

4 9-10 (14)

Shane Kelly J

Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket T

B Carwell Equities Ltd R & E Bamford Limited, P3P Partners LLP S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive last summer winning all 4 starts, and resumed after 10 months off with a promising second atYarmouth in July Found the run coming too soon when only seventh at Goodwood 5 days later Outside stall is potentially awkward.

3 GAASSEE (IRE) (36) 30-0044 D BF

TFRHHHHI BHA99

5 9-10 (8)

Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Oojooba (Monsun (GER)) Tom Marquand J

O Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum

B Godolphin

William Haggas, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Back on the up when fourth in the Old Newton Cup at Haydock on penultimate start. Didn’t find much for pressure when filling the same position in a 7-runner Ascot handicap since.

TFRHHHHI BHA99

4 LORD PROTECTOR (GER) (32) 000216 CD 5 9-9 (11)

Br B or Br g Pastorius (GER) - Lady Jacamira (GER) (Lord of England (GER)) Rossa Ryan J

O Quantum Leap Racing X & Partner Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Gestut Karlshof R M Beckett Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWAdded to his very good C&D record when seeing off 12 rivals in another Class 2 event in July Shaped as if still in good form when sixth of 15 at Glorious Goodwood and much respected back here for a yard going great guns.

TFRHHHHI BHA98

5 GROUNDBREAKER (GER) (86) 4234-40 D BF 4 9-8 (2)

Br B g Oasis Dream - Guajara (GER) (Montjeu (IRE)) Jason Watson J

O Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed he retains his ability when fourth on his Chester reappearance in May but absent since a lesser run at Chelmsford 4 weeks later, not helping his cause by hanging badly left. Bounce back needed after wind surgery.

TFRHHHII BHA97

6 ANDALEEP (IRE) (21) 342140 CD 7 9-4 (1)

Br B g Siyouni (FR) - Oriental Magic (GER) (Doyen (IRE)) Richard Kingscote J

O Mr James Finch Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn T

B Kildaragh Stud Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Winner of 5 handicaps last season, including over C&D and took form up a further notch when a decisive winner at York in July Type to bounce back from a rare modest run at Ascot last month.

7 STAYWELL (GB) (16) 5-03004 D

Br B g Iffraaj - Sweeping Up (Sea The Stars (IRE))

O Ben & Sir Martyn Arbib

TFRHHHII BHA93

5 9-4 (7)

Oisin Murphy J

Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T

B Arbib Bloodstock Partnership Bridgend Hotel S

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form back on AW when third at Kempton (1 1/2m) in June. Not so good on next 2 outings but back on song when fourth of 11 at Windsor (11.5f, good to firm) 16 days ago Drops back down in trip now. TFRHHHII BHA93

8 GREAT MAX (IRE) (27) 50-4006

4 9-3 (3)

Br B g Wootton Bassett - Teeslemee (FR) (Youmzain (IRE)) Kevin Stott J

O Amo Racing Limited

Michael Bell, Newmarket T

B Ennistown Stud Sports Invest UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful performer for Michael O’Callaghan last year Made a positive start for Alice Haynes when fourth in the Spring Cup at Newbury (1m) but not so good in 3 outings since and has changed yards again. TFRHHIII BHA92

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

9 EDUCATOR (GB) (8) 0-03230 D

Br Br g Deep Impact (JPN) - Diploma (Dubawi (IRE))

O HM The King & HM The Queen

B The Queen

4 9-2 (12)

Ryan Moore J

William Haggas, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent in defeat this season, including a creditable seventh of 14 in 1 1/2m York handicap last week. First-time blinkers worn on that occasion are retained now dropping back in trip TFRHHHII BHA91

10 KITSUNE POWER (IRE) (21) 10-0300 D 4 9-1 (4)

Br B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Fire Heroine (USA) (Pivotal) James Doyle J

O King Power Racing Co Ltd

B Stuart Mcphee Bloodstock Ltd

Roger Varian, Newmarket T

King Power International Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed quite well at 3 but he has just one creditable effort to show from his 4 outings this season, blinkers making no difference last time. Below his last winning mark but need to see more. TFRHHIII BHA90

11 DUAL IDENTITY (IRE) (29) 3-04500 CD 5 8-12 (10)

Br B g Belardo (IRE) - Teide Lady (Nashwan (USA))

O Kennet Valley Syndicates IV

Marco Ghiani J

William Knight, Newmarket T

B Gerry Flannery Developments Oakman Group PLC S

TIMEFORMVIEWImproved throughout 2022, including second in this race and third (first home in his group) in Cambridgeshire final outing. Probably in better heart than his 2023 form figures suggest and starting to look well handicapped. TFRHHHHH BHA87

12 DASHING ROGER (GB) (49) 000-530 C 6 8-10 (5)

Br B g Fast Company (IRE) - Croeso Cusan (Diktat) Benoit de la Sayette J

O Mr Ron Spore

B Mr Richard Evans

William Stone, West Wickham T

TIMEFORM VIEW Very useful handicapper at his peak. Seemingly not so good these days but his mark reflects that and he was a close third over this trip at Chester in May. Out of his depth in Ascot Group 2 latest. TFRHHIII BHA85

13 SKYSAIL (GB) (30) 10-1520

Br Ch c Tasleet - Lady Marl (Duke of Marmalade (IRE))

3 8-7 (9)

Trevor Whelan J

O Whitsbury I Marcus Tregoning, Whitsbury T

B Crimbourne Bloodstock Ltd Marcus Tregoning Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWShowed much improved form when making a successful handicap debut at Goodwood (1m) on his reappearance. Also a good second at Ascot (1m again) in July but needs to shrug off a lesser run back at Goodwood.

14 BALTIC VOYAGE (GB) (30) 44-0410 D

TFRHHHII BHA88

3 8-5 (13)

Br B g Frankel - Baltic Duchess (IRE) (Lope de Vega (IRE)) John Egan J

O Mr Marc Chan

B Gestut Ammerland

Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

R M Beckett Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Got back on the up with his breakthrough win in 8-runner handicap at Ripon (1 1/4m, soft) in July

Found himself too far back at Glorious Goodwood next time and best forgiven that.

TFRHHHII BHA86

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2022: PROTAGONIST (FR) 5 9 1 Cieren Fallon 17-2 (William Haggas) 15 ran Hood worn by No 7. Blinkers worn by No 9, 10 Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 5, 6.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 13 Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 5.

Stewards Note:

GROUNDBREAKER: Following its run on 8/6/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed under pressure.

ANDALEEP: Following its run on 12/8/2023 it was reported that the horse ran flat.

BALTIC VOYAGE: Following its run on 3/8/2023 it was reported that the horse ran in snatches.

Probable S.P.’s: 11-2 Gaassee (IRE), 7-1 Lord Protector (GER), 8-1 Eagle’s Way (GB), 9-1 Educator (GB), 11-1 Groundbreaker (GER), 12-1 Stay Well (GB), 14-1 Dual Identity (IRE), 16-1 Andaleep (IRE), Baltic Voyage (GB), 20-1 Certain Lad (GB), Skysail (GB), 22-1 Great Max (IRE), Dashing Roger (GB), 40-1 Kitsune Power (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

A chance is taken on DUAL IDENTITY who was runner-up in this race off a similar mark last year and is probably in better form than his finishing positions at Royal Ascot and Glorious Goodwood might suggest. Lord Protector has 2 wins and a close second to show for his 3 previous outings over C&D so he’s an obvious threat for in-form Ralph Beckett. Gaassee and Eagle’s Way, assuming stall 14 isn’t too much of an inconvenience, are others to consider

TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

1.DUAL IDENTITY (IRE) 2.LORD PROTECTOR (GER) 3.GAASSEE (IRE)

Don’t forget to bet on the 3:07 at NEWTON ABBOT, 3:15 at BEVERLEY and 3:20 at CHESTER

THE CONSTANT SECURITY HANDICAP STAKES

(CLASS 5)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £8650

Owners Prize Money 1st £3572, 2nd £1786, 3rd £893, 4th £446, 5th £223.

(Penalty Value £4527.40)

colours no horse

1 PHOENIX BEACH (IRE) (133) 4210-66

Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Inverse (IRE)

O Middleham Park Racing X

age st-lb Draw Jockey

4 9-12 (2)

Ethan Tindall (7) J

Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Tally-Ho Stud Tattersalls (Ireland) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form last year and has probably been unsuited by testing conditions on both outings this term Well drawn and capable of bouncing back on a sounder surface.

2 REGAL ENVOY (IRE) (24) 404206 D

Br B g Ardad (IRE) - Regina

O Oakman Racing Club

4 9-10 (5)

Brandon Wilkie (7) J

William Knight, Newmarket T

B Coseda Ltd Oakman Group PLC S

TIMEFORM VIEW Well treated based on what he did last season but he’s been more miss than hit this term running poorly again at Yarmouth last time. Needs the visor to perk him up

3 JOJO RABBIT (GB) (15) 004054 D

Br B g Due Diligence (USA) - Berkshire Honey

O Grange Park Racing XIII & Ruth Carr

5 9-10 (1)

James Sullivan J

Ruth Carr, Stillington T

B Berkshire Parts & Panels Grange Park Racing, William Hill S

TIMEFORM VIEW On a fair mark and has been running creditably, so worthy of respect from a low draw for all that he’s not the most straightforward

4 LEODIS DREAM (IRE) (15) 050005 D

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Paddy Again (IRE)

O The Beer Stalkers & Partner

B R & M Bloodstock

TFRHHHII BHA68

7 9-9 (6)

David Nolan J

Paul Midgley Westow T

Sandfield Racing, Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has become well handicapped and, while he didn’t see his race out at Wolverhampton last time, it was a much more encouraging display. Likely to feature if he can build on that.

5 BEN MACDUI (IRE) (18) 030461 D 5 9-7 (3)

Br B g Kodiac - Candiland (IRE)

O Wolf Pack 7 & Partner

B J. C. Bloodstock

Graham Lee J

Paul Midgley, Westow T

TIMEFORM VIEW Snapped a losing run on the back of a breathing operation at Newcastle last time. Had a bit up his sleeve there and still well treated on old form, so very much one to consider

TFRHHHHI BHA65

6 GOLDEN RAINBOW (GB) (5) 2-50400 D 4 9-5 (9)

Br B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Stereophonic (IRE)

O Holmfirth Racing

Barry McHugh J

Paul Midgley, Westow T

B Minster Stud & Stratford Place Stud Holmebuild S

TIMEFORM VIEW Capable form this sort of mark on his day but he’s not really firing at present.

7 WASDALE (GB) (17) 15-1206 D BF

Br B f Twilight Son - L’Eglise

O G. B. Turnbull Ltd

TFRHHIII BHA63

3 9-4 (8)

Callum Rodriguez J

Julie Camacho, Malton T

B G. B. Turnbull Ltd mcivors.co.uk S

TIMEFORM VIEW All 3 wins on tapeta, including a 5f Newcastle handicap on reappearance in February. Now well treated on this surface and was unlucky (stumbled) not to finish closer when sixth to Hardy Angel over C&D last time.

8 GLENDOWN (IRE) (17) 224154

Br B g Bungle Inthejungle - Elhaam (IRE)

O Ontoawinner 10 & Partner

B M Brigid B Ltd

TFRHHHHH BHA63

3 9-3 (10)

Sean Kirrane J

Tim Easterby, Malton T

www.ontoawinner.net S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Ripon in July and back on track when fourth to Hardy Angel over C&D last time, finishing well.

Will need plenty to go his way from stall 10, however.

Br Breeding

O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

9 VAN GERWEN (GB) (6) 264010 CD

Br Ch g Bahamian Bounty - Disco Ball

O Ryan Chapman & Partners

B Broughton Bloodstock

10 9-2 (7)

Cam Hardie J

Paul Midgley, Westow T

R&N Logistics & Daughters Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Scored at Pontefract in August but backed it up with a poor run here and faces a quick turnaround, so others are more appealing.

10 HARDY ANGEL (GB) (17) 300651 CD

TFRHHIII BHA60

3 8-13 (4)

Br B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Cadeaux Power Duran Fentiman J

O Mr R Hardgrave & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Bearstone Stud

Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW 14/1, won 11-runner handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 17 days ago. Had a couple of these rivals behind that day and is likely to go well again.

11 JOHN KIRKUP (GB) (3) 434542 D

TFRHHHHI BHA58

8 8-12 (11)

Br Ch g Assertive - Bikini Ben Curtis J

O Mrs Suzanne Kirkup & Mr Kevin Kirkup David Thompson, Darlington T

B W. M. Lidsey

The Osteopath Kevin Kirkup S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran well at Catterick 3 days ago but is a long time without a win and the quick turnaround coupled with a wide draw may hold him back.

TFRHHHII BHA56

12 GUSTAV GRAVES (GB) (6) 045644 D 5 8-9 (12)

Br B g Bobby’s Kitten (USA) - Bondesire Joanna Mason J

O Big Lachie Syndicate Derek Shaw, Sproxton T

B Elwick Stud Oakley Garden Buildings Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives on the back of a modest showing over C&D and his losing run is mounting up, so hard to make a strong case from the worst draw

TFRHHIII BHA53

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2022: MELODY KING (IRE) 5 9 9 Harrison Shaw 11-2 (John Quinn) 9 ran Hood worn first time by No 6. Visor worn first time by No 2. Hood worn by No 12. Blinkers worn by No 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 8. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 1.

Stewards Note:

LEODIS DREAM: Following its run on 18/8/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference.

Probable S.P.’s: 6-1 Hardy Angel (GB), 13-2 Wasdale (GB), 7-1 Ben Macdui (IRE), 15-2 John Kirkup (GB), 9-1 Glendown (IRE), 12-1 Phoenix Beach (IRE), Jojo Rabbit (GB), 14-1 Regal Envoy (IRE), 16-1 Leodis Dream (IRE), 20-1 Van Gerwen (GB), 22-1 Gustav Graves (GB), 33-1 Golden Rainbow (GB)

WASDALE is well handicapped based on AW form and she shaped well when sixth to Hardy Angel over C&D last time, finishing well after stumbling. She’s fancied to reverse form with that rival, and Ben Macdui is also worthy of respect having scored at Newcastle recently

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WASDALE 2.HARDY ANGEL 3.BEN MACDUI (IRE)

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THE CAA STELLAR CHESTER STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £50000

Owners Prize Money 1st £22000, 2nd £9070, 3rd £4535, 4th £2270, 5th £1135, 6th £565 (Penalty Value £28010)

RACE DESCRIPTION

1m 6f 87y

This one mile, six and a half furlongs contest for three-year-olds and upwards is a Listed race; a race that can only be bettered by a Group 1, 2 or 3 race. Many of the runners in this race will have already shown themselves to be talented and this race provides a perfect medium for them to be tested against a better class of rival before making the jump into a Group race. Penalties are awarded to horses that have previously won above a certain level – 3lb for a Listed race victory, 5lb for a Group 3 success and 7lb for those who have scored in a Group 1 or 2.

colours no horse

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

1 LONE EAGLE (IRE) (32) 50-5200

5 9-7 (6)

Br B h Galileo (IRE) - Modernstone Hector Crouch J

O Mr Marc Chan & Ballylinch Stud Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Ballylinch Stud R M Beckett Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Below par since finishing second in the Irish Derby in 2021 although finished an encouraging second in the Ormonde Stakes here in May Stiff tasks over long distances on his last 2 outings.

2 SHANROE (GB) (29) 0002-U1 D

9 9-7 (1)

Br B g Multiplex - Pugnacious Lady Jason Hart J

O Exors of The Late Brian Smyth Karl Thornton, Ireland T

B Mickley Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran Irish raider proved he retains all ability when winning 6-runner minor event at Galway (14.1f, good to soft) 29 days ago. Emphasis on speed here looks likely to suit and he’s

3

DIVINE JEWEL (GB) (35) 220-320

4 9-2 (3)

Br B f Frankel - Agnes Stewart (IRE) David Egan J

O Mr Koji Maeda Roger Varian, Newmarket T

B Branton Court Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Good third in a strong York listed event on return before going down narrowly to an unexposed 3-y-o in Leopardstown Group 3. Not quite at her best in France last time but previous form would put her in the mix. TFRHHHHI BHA101

4 THANKS MONICA (IRE) (35) 135-454

Br B f Teofilo (IRE) - Wedding Wish (IRE)

4 9-2 (4)

Daniel Tudhope J

O Mr Marc Chan Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Corrin Stud

R M Beckett Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Most progressive at a lower level last season and is yet to make a serious impact in 4 tries in listed company, running up to her best when fourth at Clairefontaine last time. More needed. TFRHHIII BHA98

5 MILITARY ORDER (IRE) (91) 41-110

Br B c Frankel - Anna Salai (USA)

O Godolphin

B Godolphin

3 9-1 (5)

William Buick J

Charlie Appleby Newmarket T

Emirates Fly Better S

TIMEFORMVIEWBrother to Adayar and looked every inch a smart prospect when completing the hat-trick in the Lingfield Derby Trial in May Failed to give his running in the Derby itself but remains one to be positive about after a break. TFRHHHHH BHA110

6 GREYSFUL STORM (IRE) (14) 0-01020

3 8-7 (2)

Br Gr f Kingston Hill - Ros Mountain (IRE) David Probert J

O Diamond Racing Ltd

Darryll Holland, Newmarket T

B Hunting Hill Stud Diamond Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Easy winner on handicap debut in 17-runner event at Newbury in May and ran at least as well when runner-up at Ascot in July, but poor effort at Newmarket a fortnight ago and has plenty to find in this grade anyway

TFRHHIII BHA89

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022: RIVER OF STARS (IRE) 3 8 6 John Egan 3-1 (Ralph Beckett) 4 ran Blinkers worn by No. 1, 4.

Stewards Note:

MILITARY ORDER: Following its run on 3/6/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P.’s: 7-4 Military Order (IRE), 9-4 Lone Eagle (IRE), 5-1 Divine Jewel (GB), 10-1 Shanroe (GB), 16-1 Thanks Monica (IRE), 33-1 Greysful Storm (IRE)

MILITARY ORDER ran no sort of race when amongst the favourites for the Derby but both the track and the quick ground provide possible excuses for such a bulky colt, so he’s taken to confirm the fine impression he’d created at Lingfield previously Lone Eagle ran his best race for a while when second in the Ormonde here and isn’t ruled out back in more realistic company, whilst Divine Jewel also merits respect. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MILITARY ORDER (IRE)

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THE

VIRGIN BET

SOLARIO

STAKES

(CLASS 1) (Group 3)

for two yrs old

Total prize fund £60000

Owners Prize Money 1st £26736, 2nd £10974, 3rd £5490, 4th £2742, 5th £1374, 6th £684.

(Penalty Value £34026)

colours no horse st-lb Draw Jockey

1 AABLAN (IRE) (35) 1 D 9-3 (5)

Br B c Dubawi (IRE) - Promising Run (USA) (Hard Spun (USA)) James Doyle J

O Godolphin

Charlie Appleby, Newmarket T

B Godolphin Emirates Fly Better S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dubawi colt who was sent off at 4-7 when making a winning debut at Newmarket (7f, good) 35 days ago

That’s a race his yard has run a few smart ones in over the years and he looks sure to go on to better things.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

2 CERULEAN BAY (IRE) (54) 11 D 9-3 (4)

Br B c New Bay - Kathy Sun (IRE) (Intikhab (USA))

O Mr N. Cable

B D. Ryan, D. S. Ryan & R. A. Williams

Jason Watson J

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

ABS Brymar Floors Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW New Bay colt who is 2-2 after wins in a 6f Hamilton maiden in June and a 7f Ayr novice in July More on his plate now stepping up in class but he’s likely capable of better again.

TFRHHHII BHA87

3 DEVIL’S POINT (IRE) (25) 51 D 9-3 (2)

Br Ch c New Bay - Hairy Rocket (Pivotal)

O Mr Clive Washbourn

Oisin Murphy J

David Menuisier, Pulborough T

B Hamwood Stud Unlimited Company Shinco Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising fifth to Starlore on his C&D debut and built on that when scoring readily in maiden company at Ffos Las (7f heavy) 32 days later Definitely more to come.

TFRHHHII BHA-

4 INISHFALLEN (IRE) (9) 6153 9-3 (3)

Br B c Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Kyllarney (Kyllachy)

O Manton Thoroughbreds VIII

B Mount Coote Estates

Sean Levey J

Brian Meehan, Manton T

Sirecam Europe S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive son of Exceed And Excel who ran a cracker when stepped up to 7f for the first time in a York nursery last week, finishing third of 20 This demands more, though.

5

TFRHHHII BHA90

MORTLAKE (IRE) (20) 61 D 9-3 (1)

Br B c Churchill (IRE) - Serenity Dove (Harbour Watch (IRE)) Rossa Ryan J

O Quantum Leap Racing XV & Partner I

B Ringfort Stud Ltd

Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

R M Beckett Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Left his soft-ground debut well behind when a comfortable winner at Leicester (7f, good to firm) 3 weeks ago Looks capable of making his mark at a higher level for a yard which could hardly be in better form TFRHHHHH BHA-

6 STARLORE (GB) (57) 1 CD 9-3 (6)

Br B c Kingman - Starformer (USA) (Dynaformer (USA)) Ryan Moore J

O Juddmonte Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket T

B Juddmonte Farms Inc Juddmonte Farms Inc S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bred to be smart and made a winning debut over C&D in July looking like winning with a bit to spare before idling. Rates a sure-fire improver for top connections.

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

TFRHHHHI BHA-

2022: SILVER KNOTT 2 9 3 Pat Dobbs 9-4 (Charlie Appleby) 6 ran

Probable S.P.’s: 5-2 Mortlake (IRE), 11-4 Aablan (IRE), 7-2 Starlore (GB), 6-1 Devil’s Point (IRE), 14-1 Cerulean Bay (IRE), 20-1 Inishfallen (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

MORTLAKE was impressive at Leicester last time and can take the step up to pattern level in his stride for a yard which can do little wrong at present. Starlore and Aablan both looked nice prospects for top stables when making winning debuts, the former over this C&D and they could be the pair to give the selection most to think about.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MORTLAKE (IRE)

2.STARLORE 3.AABLAN (IRE)

Br Breeding

O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

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THE CSP AV EBF FILLIES’ CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for two yrs old fillies

Total prize fund £22000

Owners Prize Money 1st £8939, 2nd £4470, 3rd £2235, 4th £1118, 5th £559

(Penalty Value £11338.80)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This race is a six furlongs conditions stakes for two-year-olds. The runners in this type of race are subject to specific conditions that often revolve around age or sex, or confine the race to horses that have yet to win above a particular level. In this instance, this race is restricted to fillies which are EBF eligible.

colours no horse

st-lb

Draw Jockey

1 JABAARA (IRE) (21) 104 D 9-8 (5)

Br B f Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Baheeja

O Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum

B Godolphin

David Egan J

Roger Varian, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a fine prospect when justifying favouritism at Newmarket on debut in May Back on track after a lesser effort at Royal Ascot when fourth to Fallen Angel in Sweet Solera Stakes at Newmarket (7f, good to firm) 21 days ago.

TFRHHHHI BHA93

2 ELINOR DASHWOOD (IRE) (35) 410 D 9-2 (1)

Br B or Br f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Scarlet Plum

O Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

B Thomas Whelan & Amanda Brudenell

Tom Eaves J

Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

TIMEFORMVIEW210,000gnsyearlingwholeftherdebutformwellbehindwhenlandingHaydockmaideninJuly Paidfortryingtokeep tabs on winner from the front when last in Princess Margaret Stakes at Ascot (6f, good to soft) 35 days ago.

3

GREAT GENERATION (IRE) (43) 1 D

TFRHHHII BHA81

9-2 (2)

Br B f Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Adutchgirl (GER) Stefano Cherchi J

O Scuderia Sagam Srls

B A Dutch Girl Partnership

Marco Botti, Newmarket T

Marco Botti Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Holy Roman Emperor filly looked a useful prospect when winning 9-runner minor event at Haydock (6f good to soft) on debut 43 days ago. Should have more to offer and leading claims.

4

TENHOTFOURCRAZY (IRE) (15) 2216

Br B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Shamarlane

O Millennial Racing

B John Mcgrath & Pinnacle View Stud

TFRHHHHH BHA-

9-2 (3)

Pierre-Louis Jamin J

Tom Dascombe, Lambourn T

Route Agency Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t need to improve to get off the mark at the third attempt in minor event at Lingfield (5f, good to firm) in July Ran about as well as could be expected when mid-field in a Newbury listed race (5.2f, good) 15 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA78

5 WORKS OF ART (IRE) (52) 61 D

Br B f Zoffany (IRE) - Make Fast

O HM The King & HM The Queen

B The Queen

9-2 (4)

William Buick J

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

TIMEFORM VIEW Very green on debut but looked a far more professional proposition when readily winning 10-runner minor event (5/6) at Kempton (6f) 52 days ago. Likely to improve further

TFRHHHHI BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2022: ALL THE TIME (IRE) 2 9 2 Jason Hart 13-8 (Simon & Ed Crisford) 5 ran

Probable S.P.’s: 9-4 Jabaara (IRE), 10-3 Great Generation (IRE), 7-2 Works of Art (IRE), 6-1 Elinor Dashwood (IRE), 8-1 Tenhotfourcrazy (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

GREAT GENERATION showed plenty of speed for one with her pedigree when making a successful debut at Haydock and Marco Botti’s filly is taken to make it 2-2 with improvement almost guaranteed. Jabaara concedes weight all round but sets the standard on her Sweet Solera effort, whilst Works of Art also looks open to plenty of progress after her Kempton success.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GREAT GENERATION (IRE) 2.JABAARA (IRE) 3.WORKS OF ART (IRE)

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

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DOGS

No dogs are allowed anywhere on the racecourse (except aid dogs). Dogs must not be left in cars.

DRESS CODE

A summary of the dress code guidelines for each area of the racecourse can be found below Hospitality Areas, Chester Members, Winning Post and County Long Room

Gentlemen are required to wear a well-tailored suit or a blazer/sports jacket with smart trousers, together with a shirt, collar and tie. Ladies are required to wear smart dress. No denim jeans of any colour, no trainers, no sportswear and no fancy dress will be permitted.

Edinburgh Gin Garden

Gentlemen are required to wear a well-tailored suit or a blazer/sports jacket with smart trousers, together with a shirt, collar and tie. Ladies are required to wear smart dress. No denim jeans of any colour, no trainers, no sportswear and no fancy dress will be permitted.

Tattersalls and County Concourse

Smart casual dress is suggested. For gentlemen a collar is required, either polo shirt or collared shirt. Smart (not ripped) jeans, trouser or chinos are permitted. We encourage smart dress code in all enclosures, so feel free to dress up and enjoy the occasion. Please note that shorts, sportswear, t-shirts and fancy dress are not permitted in this enclosure.

Roodee Enclosure

There is no dress code in this enclosure. It is however advisable to dress for the elements. Should you wish to upgrade your ticket to a Tattersalls ticket on the day, shorts, sportswear, t-shirts and fancy dress will not be permitted.

4.30

THE OLIVIA ACTON 21ST BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £20000

Owners Prize Money 1st £8126, 2nd £4064, 3rd £2032, 4th £1016, 5th £508, 6th £254 (Penalty Value £10308)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a five and a half furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 76 to 95 To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have run at least three times in a Flat race in Britain, or have run in no more than two Flat races run in Britain and won at least one of them. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap In simple terms a horse rated 95 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 90

colours no horse

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

1 PAWS FOR THOUGHT (IRE) (27) 301115 C 5 10-0 (11)

Br B g Requinto (IRE) - Kitty Softpaws (IRE) William Buick J

O Mrs Carol Shaw

B Ballyphilip Stud

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

Proactive Personnel Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Rattled off a hat-trick of handicaps wins (first one over 7f here) in the summer

TFRHHHII BHA94

Well-held fifth of 6 in 6f listed race here 27 days ago but the sort to bounce back reverted to handicap company

2 DEMOCRACY DILEMMA (IRE) (30) 105316 CD BF 3 9-11 (10)

Br B g Cotai Glory - Majestic Alexander (IRE)

O Mr K. McCabe

B Mountarmstrong Stud

Daniel Tudhope J

David Evans, Abergavenny T

Emma Evans Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has improved in handicaps this year with 3 5f victories. Below-form sixth of 11 in handicap at Goodwood (5f, soft) 30 days ago but this C&D scorer still merits consideration.

3

HYPERFOCUS (IRE) (14) 135000 D

TFRHHHII BHA93

9 9-11 (1)

Br B or Br g Intense Focus (USA) - Jouel (FR) David Allan J

O Ryedale Partners No 14

B Stephanie Von Schilcher & Gavan Kinch

Tim Easterby, Malton T

Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Ripon in April but only ninth of 18 in handicap (14/1) at Ripon (6f good) 14 days ago. Has fallen to a workable mark but more is still needed.

4 SPOOF (GB) (28) 110021 CD

TFRHHHII BHA91

8 9-10 (4)

Br B g Poet’s Voice - Filona (IRE) Ben Robinson J

O Trisha Keane & Friend

B Scuderia Blueberry SRL

Kevin Frost, Newark T

Kevin Frost Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner who improved on recent efforts to land 7-runner handicap at Hamilton (5f, soft) 28 days ago. Can go well again despite a 2lb rise.

5 ZARZYNI (IRE) (35) 0-50400 D

TFRHHHHI BHA90

6 9-9 (5)

Br B g Siyouni (FR) - Zunera (IRE) Jason Hart J

O MrLaurenceO’Kane/HarrowgateBloodstockLtd David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T

B His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C. Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran a cracker when fourth of 20 in 5f handicap at Epsom in June but well below form at Ascot and York since. Handily weighted if back on his A-game here.

6 LIHOU (GB) (7) 202551 C D

Br Ch g Mayson - Kodiac Island

O Mr Trevor Gallienne

B David Botterill & John Guest

TFRHHHII BHA89

7 9-6 (9)

Pierre-Louis Jamin J

David Evans, Abergavenny T

Emma Evans Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course scorer who bounced back to form with win in 7-runner handicap at Goodwood (5f heavy) 7 days ago. Up 4lb but he can give another good account.

TFRHHHII BHA86

7 ROMAN DRAGON (GB) (50) 0-05412 C BF 4 9-4 (2)

Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Trixie Malone

O Nick Hughes & Owen Promotions Ltd

B Owen Promotions Ltd

David Probert J

Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW 4-time course winner latest in July who posted another good run here when second of 8 to Count D’orsay 50 days ago. Needs considering once more.

TFRHHHII BHA84

CALL ME GINGER (GB) (13) 065400 D 7 9-3 (6)

Br Ch g Orientor - Primo Heights Paul Mulrennan J

O Johnnie Delta Racing Jim Goldie, Glasgow T

B Jim Goldie Jim Goldie Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored 3 times last year notably the Portland at Doncaster and he caught the eye when seventh of 14 in handicap at Sandown (5f good to firm) 13 days ago, nearest finish after a very slow start. Interesting.

HHHHH BHA83

9 DARE TO HOPE (IRE) (13) 0243-60 D 3 9-0 (7)

Br B g Camacho - Prying Pandora (FR) Connor Murtagh J

O Lets Go Racing 1 Richard Fahey Malton T

B Mr Gary Aspell Racing People S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful as a 2-y-o but off 11 months and below par both runs this term at Haydock and Sandown. Needs to step forward.

10 NIGHT ON EARTH (IRE) (35) 044060 CD

Br B g Kodiac - Eternal View (IRE) David Egan J

O Mr Spencer Coomes

B Tally-Ho Stud

Williams, Alvechurch T

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner but tongue strap on for 1st time when coming in last of 14 in handicap at Ascot (5f, good to soft) 35 days ago. Has something to prove. TFRHHIII BHA77

11 COUNT D’ORSAY (IRE) (8) 100553 CD 7 8-10 (12)

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Deira (USA) Billy Garritty J

O Ambrose Turnbull & John Cruces Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Corrin Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in July who comes here on the back of a creditable third of 7 in handicap at Hamilton (5f good to soft) 8 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up again despite his high draw

TFRHHHII BHA76

12 EVOCATIVE SPARK (IRE) (10) 0-64005 C 4 8-9 (8)

Br B g Frankel - Hyper Dream (IRE) Franny Norton J

O Mocroft Waste Ltd Darryll Holland, Newmarket T

B Mr V. I. Araci

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who took a step back in the right direction for his new yard when fifth of 11 in handicap at Leicester (8.2f, good to firm) 10 days ago. Takes a marked drop in trip here however

TFRHHIII BHA75

13 KING OF TONGA (IRE) (16) 405220 CD 7 8-9 (13)

Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Bronze Queen (IRE) Zak Wheatley (5) J

O Mrs Sarah Bryan Declan Carroll, Malton T

B Martyn J. McEnery Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner but saw his run of good form end when only ninth of 13 in handicap at Beverley (5f, good to firm) 16 days ago. Sort to bounce back.

TFRHHHII BHA72

DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2022: KING OF TONGA (IRE) 6 8 11 Harrison Shaw 4-1 (Declan Carroll) 9 ran Blinkers worn by No. 13 Visor worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 11.

Stewards Note:

DARE TO HOPE: Following its run on 20/8/2023 it was reported that the horse was slowly away

EVOCATIVE SPARK: Following its run on 23/8/2023 it was reported that the horse lost its left-fore shoe.

Probable S.P.’s: 5-1 Spoof (GB), 6-1 Paws For Thought (IRE), 13-2 Roman Dragon (GB), 7-1 Lihou (GB), 9-1 Count d’Orsay (IRE), 11-1 Democracy Dilemma (IRE), 16-1 Call Me Ginger (GB), 20-1 Zarzyni (IRE), Dare To Hope (IRE), 22-1 Hyperfocus (IRE), King of Tonga (IRE), 40-1 Night On Earth (IRE), Evocative Spark (IRE)

A very open sprint so at the likely odds it is worth siding with CALL ME GINGER to build on the promise of his recent Sandown seventh and capitalise on a reduced mark. Spoof is enjoying an excellent season and this C&D winner rates a big threat, while Roman Dragon, Count d’Orsay and King of Tonga all need shortlisting too.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CALL ME

2.SPOOF

Don’t forget to bet on the 4:45 at SANDOWN PARK, 4:52 at NEWTON ABBOT and 5:00 at BEVERLEY.

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GINGER

3.ROMAN DRAGON

Jordan North

Pavilion Lawn, the Tattersalls or

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THE JORDAN NORTH DJ SET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £12000

Owners Prize Money 1st £4955, 2nd £2478, 3rd £1238, 4th £619, 5th £310

(Penalty Value £6280.80)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a two mile handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 66 to 85

Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 6lb

colours no horse

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

1 IT’S GOOD TO LAUGH (IRE) (49) 43-5302 C 6 10-4 (2)

Br B g Tamayuz - London Plane (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J

O Brian Verinder & Alan Baxter Jennie Candlish, Leek T

B Shane Molan Pra World Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Visored for 1st time when a good second of 10 in handicap here (14.4f, heavy) 49 days ago. This course winner needs considering with the headgear retained.

2 LAND OF WINTER (FR) (29) 453510 D

TFRHHHHI BHA87

7 10-1 (7)

Br B g Camelot - Gaselee (USA) David Probert J

O Paul Smith & Rae Guest Rae Guest, Newmarket T

B Claydons Bloodstock Ltd Eastern County Care Ltd. S

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Beverley in July but below-form tenth of 17 in handicap at Goodwood (20.4f, soft) 29 days ago. Back down in trip but others more persuasive.

3

ZIMMERMAN (GB) (27) 466341 D

TFRHHIII BHA84

4 9-11 (6)

Br Ch g Poet’s Voice - Cresta Gold David Allan J

O Linkenholt Racing & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T

B P. T. Tellwright Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Largely consistent sort and he landed 11-runner handicap at Haydock (16.2f heavy) 27 days ago. Up 3lb but he can make his presence felt again.

4 WHOLEOFTHEMOON (IRE) (52) 22-41

Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Shared Experience

O Nigel Dunnington & David Shaw

B L.T.S. Ltd & Mrs James Wigan

TFRHHHHI BHA80

Mulrennan J

McCain, Cholmondeley T

Personnel Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Kempton in June but only fifth of 8 in handicap at Kempton (16f) 52 days ago on his final run for Richard Hughes. Needs to bounce back for new handler

5 SEPTEMBER POWER (IRE) (6) 015601 D

TFRHHHII BHA78

6 9-6(in 5lb ex) (1)

Br B m Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Lisanor Jason Hart J

O The Gin & Tonic Partnership Michael Wigham, Newmarket T

B Joe & Edel Banahan & Micheal Smith Jess Edwards - McTimoney Animal Therapist S

TIMEFORM VIEW Got right back on track with a career-best win in 5-runner handicap at Beverley (16.2f, soft) 6 days ago. She’s well in the mix under a 5lb penalty

6

BRAVE KNIGHT (GB) (15) 4-1452

5 BF

TFRHHHII BHA70

3 9-0 (8)

Br B c Sir Percy - Belladonna Darragh Keenan J

O Neil Greig - Osborne House

B Mr & Mrs A. E. Pakenham

Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket T

P3P Partners LLP R & E Bamford Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark at Windsor in May and has kept his form well since, close fifth of 6 in handicap at Wolverhampton (14f) 15 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Needs considering.

7 STONIFIC (IRE) (736) 154055/- D

Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Sapphire Pendant (IRE)

O Mr Stephen Jones

B Wertheimer & Frere

TFRHHHII BHA80

10 9-0 (3)

Gina Mangan (3) J

Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall T

TIMEFORM VIEW Off 6 months before fading eighth of 9 in 2m handicap hurdle at Bangor 12 days ago. Blinkers/tongue strap go on for the 1st time in this code and not dismissed back on Flat.

TFRHHHII BHA69

Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Ceilidh House Hector Crouch J

O Mr J. H. Richmond-Watson Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Lawn Stud Dunlin S

TIMEFORMVIEWFair maiden who arrives in good nick, blinkered when fifth of 13 in handicap at Nottingham (16f good to soft)

18 days ago. Weighted to go well here.

TFR

HHHHH BHA77

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: THE GADGET MAN 3 8 13 John Egan 7-4 (Ralph Beckett) 8 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Blinkers worn by No. 2, 8.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

Stewards Note:

WHOLEOFTHEMOON: Following its run on 12/7/2023 it was reported that the horse bled from the nose.

STONIFIC: Following its run on 21/8/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 September Power (IRE), 9-2 Zimmerman (GB), Brave Knight (GB), 6-1 Seahouses (GB), 7-1 It’s Good To Laugh (IRE), 9-1 Wholeofthemoon (IRE), 12-1 Land of Winter (FR), 50-1 Stonific (IRE)

A few with chances but SEAHOUSES rates the pick of these at the weights and can gain a breakthrough success. It’s Good To Laugh is feared most on the back of his good second here last time out, with reliable duo Zimmerman and Brave Knight in the picture too.

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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.

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PRIOR TO THE COMMENCEMENT OF RACE MEETING

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RACE CONDITIONS & TODAY’S OFFICIALS

First Race 1.35 - THE CONTACT COMPANY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £25480 to the winning horse The second to receive £11945, the third £5980, the fourth £2985, the fifth £1495, the sixth £740 the seventh £375 and the eighth £185 for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, August 28th and pay £225 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 31st. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 12lb Penalties, after August 26th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. The Contact Company have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out.

PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 19 entries at £225 - Closed August 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £20080; Second £10040; Third £5020; Fourth £2510; Fifth £1255; Sixth £625; Seventh £315; Eighth £155 (Penalty Value £25480) SS

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.10 - THE BRITISH EBF RUBY ANNIVERSARY NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5233 to the winning horse The second to receive £2455, the third £1226, the fourth £613 and the fifth £305 for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible. Enter by noon, August 28th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 31st. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 3lb For each other race won 6lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). CHESTER RACECOURSE 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.

THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1,000 towards the prize money for this race. 22 entries at £45 - Closed August 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258 (Penalty Value £5233.48) SS

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.45 - THE PRINTWORKS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6280 to the winning horse The second to receive £2947 the third £1472, the fourth £736 and the fifth £367. 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. August 31st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 26th, 2023, for each race won 6lb The Printworks 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 stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 16 entries at £60.Closed August 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £4955; Second £2478; Third £1238; Fourth £619; Fifth £310 (Penalty Value £6280.80) SS

SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.20 - THE CAA Stellar CHESTER STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £28010 to the winning horse The second to receive £10665, the third £5340, the fourth £2665, the fifth £1335 and the sixth £670 for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, August 28th and pay £200 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 31st. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 12lb; fillies 8st 7lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb Penalties, after March 31st, 2023, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb Of a Group 1 or Group 2 race 7lb CAA Stellar have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of CAA STELLAR. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 9 entries at £200 - Closed August 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £22000; Second £9070; Third £4535; Fourth £2270; Fifth £1135; Sixth £565 (Penalty Value £28010) A SS

SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 3.55 - THE CSP AV EBF FILLIES’ CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £11338 to the winning horse The second to receive £5317, the third £2659, the fourth £1328 and the fifth £664 for two yrs old fillies only which are E.B.F. eligible. Enter by noon, August 28th and pay £110 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 31st.

Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, for each Class 3 weight-for-age or Class 2 handicap race won 3lb For each Class 2 weight-for-age race won 6lb For each Class 1 weight-for-age race won 9lb (Penalties cumulative and maximum penalty 12lb) Allowances: Horses which have never run 3lb CSP AV 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 stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £5000 towards the prize money for this race. 13 entries at £110. - Closed August 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £8939; Second £4470; Third £2235; Fourth £1118; Fifth £559 (Penalty Value £11338.80) A SS SEE PAGE 48 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.30 - THE OLIVIA ACTON 21ST BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10308 to the winning horse The second to receive £4834, the third £2418, the fourth £1208, the fifth £604 and the sixth £302. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 76-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97; such horses rated 75 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher or £20 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 31st. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 7lb

Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 12lb

Penalties, after August 26th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb KMF have generously 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 stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 19 entries, 1 at £20 and 18 at £100 - Closed August 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £8126; Second £4064; Third £2032; Fourth £1016; Fifth £508; Sixth £254 (Penalty Value £10308) SS

SEE PAGE 52 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.05 - THE JORDAN NORTH DJ SET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6280 to the winning horse The second to receive £2947, the third £1472, the fourth £736 and the fifth £367. for three yrs old and upwards, 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. August 31st. 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 5lb Penalties, after August 26th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb CHESTER

RACECOURSE will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge 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. 14 entries at £60. - Closed August 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £4955; Second £2478; Third £1238; Fourth £619; Fifth £310 (Penalty Value £6280.80) SS

SEE PAGE 56 FOR THIS RACE.

SATURDAY 2ND SEPTEMBER - LADIES DAY

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

ROBERT McCARTHY (Chief Steward)

CAROLINE ROBINSON (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

SIMON CONNAWAY

BETH DOWSWELL

HELEN KINSELLA

STARTERS

LEE JONES

SEAMUS O’NEILL

JUDGE

NICK BOSTOCK

CLERK OF THE SCALES

KARL CURRAN

BETTING RING MANAGERS

MALCOLM HART

DARREN IRVING

MIKE OXLEY

VETERINARY OFFICER

JOHN BURGESS

VETERINARY SURGEONS

KATE SUMNER

GRAHAM POTTS

JOHN SPENCER

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr JOHN EDWARDS

Dr JOHN MURRAY

Dr TRISTAN ELKIN

Dr KATE GASKELL

NURSE

HELEN LANGAN

FARRIER

KATIE RIDGEWAY

HORSE AMBULANCE

NICK JONES

COMMENTATOR

STEWART MACHIN

RACEDAY ANNOUNCER & CCTV PRESENTER

BEN SHEPPARD

EQUINE WELFARE & INTEGRITY OFFICERS

MELANIE SWARBRICK

JANE SOUTHAM

LISA COOK

CLERK OF THE COURSE

ANDREW TULLOCH

DESIGNATED

SAFEGUARDING LEAD

MATTHEW JONES

CHESTER RACE COMPANY LIMITED

THE RACECOURSE, CHESTER, CH1 2LY

Telephone 01244 304600

Visit www.chester-races.com

Email enquiries@chester-races.com

saturday 16th autumn