Chester Racecard - Saturday 13th July by Weatherbys

SOUL SUNSET RACING

CONTENTS & TODAY’S RACING

2024 FIXTURES

JULY

Saturday 27th

AUGUST

Sunday 4th

Saturday 31st

Midsummer Meeting

Liverpool John Lennon Airport

Family Fun Day

Powells Jewellery Ladies Day featuring Ella Henderson

SEP TEMBER

Friday 13th &

Saturday 14th

Saturday 21st

Autumn Racing Food & Drink Festival

Oktoberfest Season Finale

A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR

SATURDAY 13TH JULY 2024

Good afternoon,

Welcome to Chester Racecourse for the Soul Sunset Racing featuring Craig Charles DJ Set. We have seven exciting races on the card for you today, one of those being an Arabian race which we are thrilled to host once again. I would like to take this opportunity to welcome Lara Sawaya from HH Sheikh Mansoor Bin Zayad Al Nahyan Racing Festival and the team from the Arabian Racing Organisation. All at Chester are delighted to welcome you here today.

Racing gets underway at 3.50pm with the Wathba Stallions Cup Handicap Stakes. The feature race of the day comes at 6.05pm with the Raymond & Kathleen Corbett City Plate Stakes. Racing then comes to a close at 7.10pm with the Craig Charles DJ Set Handicap Stakes.

I would like to extend my thanks to this afternoon’s sponsors and partners, Arabian Racing Organisation, the EBF, and Corbett Sports. We really do appreciate your support.

Before you head home today, be sure to stay a little longer to catch the incredible Craig Charles as he takes to the stage for his fantastic funk and soul DJ set. It’s sure to end the race day with a bang!

We next race here at Chester on Saturday 27th July for the Midsummer Meeting. It will be our pleasure to welcome you once again for another day of thrilling racing on the Roodee.

Ian O’Doherty Chair

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.

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FALCON EIGHT (IRE) (314) 2145/34- 6 9-10 (10)

Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Polished Gem (IRE)

O Moyglare Stud Farms Ltd

B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd

Frankie Dettori J

D. K. Weld, Ireland T

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

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.

2024

LEADING TRAINER

The leading Trainer will receive the Bobby McAlpine Trophy and a case of Champagne, with £10,000 going to the yard.

This perpetual trophy commemorates Bobb McAlpine, who was at the heart of Chester Race Company for thirty years. Serving as Chairman for twenty 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.

This commemorates tr y commemor es of his in 2021. esident grew. winners followed in the cing the likes of Drever ation, Dr a le Chester Race are most er his for this to the

Chester Race Company are most grateful to his family for offering this trophy to the leading Trainer at Chester. A fitting tribute. and a case of lpine

When in his twenties he bought his first horse from Ireland and his love of horse racing grew. Many winners followed in the King George V Stakes in 1969 and the Ascot Gold Cup in 1970. He also had a small breeding operation, breeding the likes of Inglis Drever a three time winner of the Stayers’ Hurdle at Cheltenham,and many others.

TODAY’S TOP TIPS

The vote goes to HALIPHON, who was almost able to exploit a sliding handicap mark when filling the runner-up spot at Epsom last time. Ian Williams’ charge is afforded an ease in class today and, from an unchanged rating, must hold every chance of going one better On his first start for the Karl Thornton team, Grey Fable also claimed a silver medal over C&D last month and he is of significant interest. Sutue Alshams is another to consider.

TOTEWIN: HALIPHON

TOTEEACHWAY: GREY FABLE

Ayr debut winner ZABEEL ROAD was far from disgraced in the Windsor Castle last month and if handling forecast softer ground, he might be tough to beat under his penalty. That said, fellow penalised rival Flicka’s Girl has already proven her ability to handle this track and she looks an obvious threat. She Went Whoosh might have been unsuited by fast conditions at Pontefract recently so it would come as no surprise were she to bounce back.

TOTEWIN: ZABEEL ROAD

TOTEEACHWAY: FLICKA’S GIRL

RICH BELIEF battled on gamely to score over 2m here last month and with a subsequent 5lb rise far from insurmountable, the Make Believe gelding is fancied to repeat the dose. Sea Grey was also on target over the same course and distance recently. Conditions are likely to differ today but another bold bid is on the cards, while others to note include Cavern Club and Dreams Adozen.

TOTEWIN: RICH BELIEF

TOTEEACHWAY: SEA GREY

EVADE was set a stiff task in the Group 1 Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot latest, but had made a winning debut for Archie Watson’s yard in May when landing a Listed race over 7f at Epsom. He gets the vote on that form. The improving three-yearold Al Shabab Storm looks a threat having won a competitive handicap over C&D, while Vafortino returns to 7f with a shout and is preferred to last year’s third Witch Hunter.

TOTEWIN: EVADE

TOTEEACHWAY: AL SHABAB STORM

MAXIMUM IMPACT produced a much better effort at Newmarket on his ﬁrst start gelded. Beaten less than a length in third, he can return to winning ways with Liam Wright’s 5lb allowance helping his cause. General Assembly has switched trainer’s since winning a maiden at Nottingham and there should be more to come from him now handicapping, while both Old Chums and Knicks are recent course winners with the former preferred over today’s distance.

TOTEWIN: MAXIMUM IMPACT

TOTEEACHWAY: GENERAL ASSEMBLY

A winner over the minimum trip at Leicester, CATCH CUNNINGHAM ran well again when runner-up at Nottingham a week ago and looks worth another chance in his current form. Love Wars has been done no favours drawn on the outside, but she went close at Haydock on her handicap debut and could still make her presence felt. Grace Angel has undergone a wind operation and is preferred to The Deﬁant of the remainder

TOTEWIN: CATCH CUNNINGHAM

TOTEEACHWAY: LOVE WARS

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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 (2019-2024) WITH RUNNERS:

A BALDING (36 wins from 186 runners, 19%) runs AL SHABAB STORM (6.05).

R FAHEY (28 wins from 249 runners, 11%) runs AY GEE ELL (4.55), MIDNIGHT AFFAIR (6.35).

T DASCOMBE (28 wins from 150 runners, 19%) runs GIFTED ANGEL (5.30), OLD CHUMS (6.35).

H PALMER (23 wins from 130 runners, 18%) runs HERECOMESTHEBEAR (4.55), SWORDSTICK (5.30), BALON D’OR (6.35).

T EASTERBY (20 wins from 162 runners, 12%) runs GIBSIDE (5.30), COUNT D’ORSAY (7.10).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

A BALDING (11 wins from 60 runners, 18%) runners listed above.

R BECKETT (9 wins from 44 runners, 20%) runs ZOUM ZOUM (6.05), STOP THE CAVALRY (6.35).

T EASTERBY (7 wins from 73 runners, 10%) runners listed above.

R FAHEY (5 wins from 61 runners, 8%) runners listed above.

MRS P KIRBY (5 wins from 25 runners, 20%) runs ROBERT JOHNSON (5.30), KITAAB (7.10).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

LEADING JOCKEYS AT CHESTER (2019-2024) WITH RIDES:

FRANNY NORTON (25 wins from 194 rides, 13%) rides ZABEEL ROAD (4.55), SEA GREY (5.30), VAFORTINO (6.05), BALON D’OR (6.35), ECCLESIASTICAL (7.10).

JASON HART (15 wins from 79 rides, 19%) rides FALLEN SOLDIER (4.55), DREAMS ADOZEN (5.30), BREEGE (6.05), EYE OF DUBAI (6.35), LOVE WARS (7.10).

ZAK WHEATLEY (4 wins from 19 rides, 21%) rides NATCHEZ TRACE (4.20), FUJI MOUNTAIN (4.55), WOODLEIGH (6.35), KING OF TONGA (7.10).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

S D BOWEN (6 wins from 36 rides, 17%) rides GREY FABLE (4.20), GIFTED ANGEL (5.30), OLD CHUMS (6.35), THE DEFIANT (7.10).

EDWARD GREATREX (6 wins from 15 rides, 40%) rides JAGETME (4.55), CAVERN CLUB (5.30), ZOUM ZOUM (6.05), STOP THE CAVALRY (6.35), APACHE STAR (7.10).

JASON WATSON (6 wins from 20 rides, 30%) rides listed above.

LUKE MORRIS (6 wins from 46 rides, 13%) rides HERECOMESTHEBEAR (4.55), SWORDSTICK (5.30), EVADE (6.05), GENERAL ASSEMBLY (6.35).

MIA NICHIOLLS (3 wins from 9 rides, 33%) rides DICKIEBURD (7.10).

THE JOHN SMITH’S CUP

HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (Heritage Handicap)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £200000

Owners Prize Money 1st £81260, 2nd £40640, 3rd £20320, 4th £10160, 5th £5080, 6th £2540 (Penalty Value £103080) 13 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

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

1 ASTRO KING (IRE) (25) 16-0240 CD 7 9-13 (14)

Br B g Kingman - Astroglia (USA) Richard Kingscote J

O Capture The Moment, Carter & Lofthouse Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn T

B Niarchos Family Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Inspired buy by connections, second in this last year before winning a nice prize at the Ebor meeting and the Cambridgeshire in September Not seen to best effect the last twice and wouldn’t rule out back in a handicap despite his big mark. TFRHHHII BHA111 (-2)

2 BOTANICAL (IRE) (25) 1231-10 CD BF 4 9-9 (6)

Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Bloomﬁeld (IRE) P. J. McDonald J

O Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Roger Varian, Newmarket T

B John Connaughton

TIMEFORM VIEW Well found in the betting when an easy winner of C&D handicap on return. Possibly unsuited by the ﬁrmish conditions when disappointing in the Wolferton 25 days ago and far too soon to write off TFRHHHII BHA107

3 LIBERTY LANE (IRE) (43) 410-010 BF 4 9-8 (23)

Br B g Teoﬁlo (IRE) - Cape Liberty (IRE) Sam James J

O Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

TIMEFORM VIEW Won big-field 1m Doncaster handicap in September and strong at the finish when taking 9f Newmarket handicap in May. Much better than bare result at Epsom (finished with running left) and contender here despite his high draw TFRHHHII BHA106

4 HAUNTED DREAM (IRE) (25) 205242 D 5 9-6 (24)

Br Gr g Oasis Dream - Red Halo (IRE)

Daniel Muscutt J

O Wathnan Racing H. A. Al Jehani, Qatar T

B High Rollers Wathnan Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWTremendously admirable individual, not having had a signiﬁcant break since the start of 2023 but turning up and running his race every time, including when second in the Wolferton last month. Third in this last year and set to go well again despite high draw TFRHHHHI BHA104

5 KILLYBEGS WARRIOR (IRE) (29) 3-26000 D 4 9-4 (15)

Br B c Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Alltherightmoves (IRE) Billy Garritty J

O Mr M. Doyle Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Glashare House Stud Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a valuable handicap over this trip at Newmarket last summer and some smart efforts in defeat subsequently Seems to be in a bit of a lull for now, though runners from this yard can bounce back when least expected. TFRHHHII BHA102 (-3)

6 PENZANCE (GB) (29) 11-1126 D 4 9-2 (3)

Br Gr g Wootton Bassett - Iromea (IRE) Alistair Rawlinson J

O The Horse Watchers 5 Michael Appleby, Oakham T

B Newsells Park Stud Timeform S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed at a rate of knots on AW over the winter winning 4 times over this trip and good second of 14 at Newcastle on Good Friday. Entitled to strip a little ﬁtter for ﬁrst run in 11 weeks here last month and no surprise to see a big run from low draw TFRHHHII BHA100 (-1)

7 ENFJAAR (IRE) (23) 1/1006-1 D 4 9-1 (in 5lb ex) (1)

Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Tesoro (IRE) Jack Mitchell J

O Shadwell Estate Company Ltd

B James Wigan

Roger Varian, Newmarket T

TIMEFORMVIEWGood record fresh, successful ﬁrst time up again in Chelmsford handicap over this trip 3 weeks ago having been gelded. Must kick on from that now (didn’t last season), but still unexposed and could be set for a big run under a penalty. TFRHHHII BHA94 (+5)

8 DUAL IDENTITY (IRE) (7) 00-5136 D

Br B g Belardo (IRE) - Teide Lady

O Kennet Valley Syndicates IV

B Gerry Flannery Developments

6 8-13 (18)

Brandon Wilkie (5) J

William Knight, Newmarket T

Offbeat Safaris Holdings Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWAdded to his ﬁne Sandown record when taking 1m handicap in May and good runs there twice since. Unlucky loser in the 2022 Cambridgeshire and interesting on ﬁrst run at York under good 5lb claimer TFRHHHII BHA97 (+1)

9 KIHAVAH (GB) (25) 12-0420 C 7 8-13 (19)

Br Ch g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Roheryn (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J

O JAB Adrian Keatley, Malton T

B The Roheryn Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrived last summer and has carried on the good work this term including a ﬁne second at the Dante Meeting here. Has a great record at York over 1 1/2m (form ﬁgures of 165112) and drops back in trip now but it seems sure to be strongly-run and he’s of interest at a big price. TFRHHHII BHA97

10 EPIC POET (IRE) (22) 2/600-62 D 5 8-13 (22)

Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Sagaciously (IRE)

O Akela Thoroughbreds Limited

Daniel Tudhope J

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B George Kent Akela Plant Hire Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWSmartinFrance.Disappointedin3outingsfortheMeadestablelastyearbutquicklybackontrackforDavidO’Meara,ﬁnishinganexcellentsecondinDuke of Edinburgh at Royal Ascot. Drops back in trip and drawn high but probably just a matter of time before he wins a good handicap Big player. TFRHHHHH BHA97(+3)

11 KINGFISHER KING (GB) (274) 21234- D 4 8-12 (8)

Br Ch g Farhh - Queen Consort (USA)

O Mr T. J. W. Bridge

Oisin Orr J

William Haggas, Newmarket T

B Culworth Grounds Farm Tattersalls S

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Salisbury on just his second start last year and couple of respectable efforts in handicaps to end the campaign. Still unexposed starting out second campaign for top yard but suspect he’ll ﬁnd this trip on the sharp side. TFRHHHII BHA96

12 MARHABA THE CHAMP

(GB) (22) 6010-00 CD 5 8-12 (9)

Br Ch g Galileo (IRE) - Lady of The Desert (USA)

O Mr Jaber Abdullah

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Shane Gray J

Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved model last season, winning competitive handicaps at both the Dante/Ebor Festivals here. Not ﬁred in 2 starts this time around (including here ﬁrst occasion) but dangerous to dismiss, particularly if the ground dries out. TFRHHHII BHA96 (-2)

13 BOX TO BOX (IRE) (28) 23-0222 D 5 8-12 (20)

Br B g Kodiac - Alyaafel

O The Running Order Partnership

Connor Planas (3) J

Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

B Randolf Stevens Limited Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fine record at Chester his last 4 wins coming there. Placed 3 times in Bahrain during the winter and just about better than ever when going close back at Chester the last twice, much closer to the good pace than Loyal Touch last time and doing well. Player under excellent apprentice. TFRHHHII BHA96 (+1)

14 TAKE HEART (IRE) (29) 215-024 D 4 8-12 (21)

Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Three Hearts (USA)

Ben Coen J

O Team Valor International & Steven Rocco J. P. Murtagh, Ireland T

B Ridgemont Stud (Ltd)

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner last term and good efforts in Cork handicaps the last twice. Cheekpieces go on and yard’s runners can never be dismissed here. One to consider TFRHHHII BHA96

15 PARADIAS (GER) (43) 15450-2 D 5 8-11 (7)

Br B g Kodiac - Paraisa

George Wood J

O Dodds-Smith, Farrell, Hodgson & Coupland Alan King, Barbury Castle T

B Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof Goodwin Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Won at Sandown last summer and good efforts in top handicaps next 3 starts, including here over further Resumed on the level with an excellent second at Epsom and this probably isn’t beyond him. TFRHHHII BHA95

16 FLYING FRONTIER (GB) (28) 11522-0 D 4 8-11 (4)

Br B c Farhh - Alaia (IRE) Rowan Scott J

O Mr Saeed Manana James Tate, Newmarket T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Won maiden/novice events on turf last June and resumed with an encouraging run at Sandown, probably needing it after 9 months off and shaping better than the distance beaten suggests. Remains a smart prospect for top-end handicaps like this and one to note back up in trip TFRHHHII BHA95

17 SCAMPI (GB) (29) 61064-0 C

6 8-11 (17)

Br B g Nayef (USA) - Preveza (FR) Non Runner J

O RaceShare - Scampi Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Porlock Vale Stud Raceshare S

NON-RUNNER

TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER TFRIIIII BHA95 (-1)

18 REMAADD (IRE) (51) 213-35

Br B c Gleneagles (IRE) - Oojooba Harry Davies J

B Godolphin

3 8-9 (2)

O Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum William Haggas, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 1m juvenile winner who returned with an excellent third in the Sandown Classic Trial. Folded tamely in listed race there next time though and faces a stiff introduction to handicaps with tongue tie reached for now. TFRHHHII BHA103

19 MACHETE (FR) (14) 040-400

Br B g Myboycharlie (IRE) - Maid To Believe Joanna Mason J

O Gallop Racing & Mr Gary Downes David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Mr Rashit Shaykhutdinov-Viraz Burn Fencing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped well on debut for this yard when fourth in the Zetland Gold Cup at Redcar n May and excuses twice since. Well treated on pick of his French form and just the sort David O’Meara will ﬁnd the key to at some point. TFRHHHII BHA93 (-3) f Scampi Po

5 8-9 (13)

20 TONY MONTANA (GB) (22) 003-110 D

Br B g Kingman - Mischief Making (USA)

O Amo Racing Limited

B Highclere Stud

4 8-9 (10)

Hector Crouch J

Michael Bell, Newmarket T

Sports Invest UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed with victories in Chester and Windsor handicaps over this trip but found the Duke of Edinburgh all too much last month and this isn’t much easier TFRHHIII BHA93

21 LOYAL TOUCH (IRE) (14) 202015 D

Br B g No Nay Never (USA) - Devoted To You (IRE)

4 8-9(in 5lb ex)(16)

Joe Fanning J

O TW Racing Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Barronstown Stud Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Steadily progressive this year and scored on turf for just the second time when edging out Box To Box at Chester over this trip last month. Not so good in stronger race at Newcastle next time though and more needed off revised mark under penalty here. TFRHHIII BHA88 (+3)

22 EUCHEN GLEN (GB) (21) 0-00241 CD

Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Jabbara (IRE)

O Mr W. M. Johnstone

11 8-9(in 5lb ex) (5)

Cam Hardie J

Jim Goldie, Glasgow T

B W. M. Johnstone Jim Goldie Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW 2018 winner who showed he’s still capable of useful form when snapping a losing run at Ayr (13f) a fortnight ago Fourth in last year’s Ebor off 3lb higher but surprising if he’s up to regaining his crown 6 years on. TFRHHHII BHA88 (+4)

23 CRACK SHOT (IRE) (24) 510-140 BF

4 8-8 (11)

Br B g Kingman - Twitch (IRE) Saffie Osborne J

O Mrs Fitri Hay Ed Walker Upper Lambourn T

B Floors Farming & The Duke Of Devonshire JMH Group S

TIMEFORMVIEWProgressive at 3 yrs and made a winning return at Newmarket in May. Fourth to Dual Identity at Sandown next time and notable how strong in the betting he was when down the ﬁeld in the Hunt Cup latest (raced away from main action). Could have a bigger performance in him over this longer trip

24R TERWADA (IRE) (28) 100-065

4 8-6

Br B g Tamayuz - Bethrah (IRE)

Bethrah

O Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

NON-RUNNER

Racing Style Unknown J

Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn T

TIMEFORM VIEW Quickly made up into a useful performer in 2023, winning over 1m at Nottingham and Newmarket and has worked his way back to form with each run this year First go over this trip and still relatively unexposed. RESERVE. TFRHHHII BHA90 (-1)

DECLARED RUNNERS 24 2023: PRIDE OF AMERICA (FR) 6 9 5 Frederick Larson 18-1 (Amy Murphy) 18 ran

Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No 18 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No 14 Hood worn by No 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 9. Stewards Note: LIBERTY LANE: Following its run on 31/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.

Probable S.P.’s: 17-2 Haunted Dream (IRE), 9-1 Liberty Lane (IRE), 10-1 Epic Poet (IRE), 14-1 Botanical (IRE), Enfjaar (IRE), Take Heart (IRE), 16-1 Box To Box (IRE), 20-1 Flying Frontier (GB), 22-1 Dual Identity (IRE), 25-1 Astro King (IRE), Kihavah (GB), Paradias (GER), Remaadd (IRE), Crack Shot (IRE), 28-1 Marhaba The Champ (GB), 33-1 Penzance (GB), Kingﬁsher King (GB), Euchen Glen (GB), 50-1 Killybegs Warrior (IRE), Machete (FR), 66-1 Tony Montana (GB), Loyal Touch (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Stall 22 is a potential concern but EPIC POET, well treated on his French form, looks sure to land a top handicap for David O’Meara following his excellent second in the Duke of Edinburgh and he gets the vote in a typically wide-open John Smith’s Cup The admirable Haunted Dream and Kihavah, at bigger odds. are live contenders, with Penzance and Liberty Lane also towards the top of the shortlist.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.EPIC POET (IRE) 2.HAUNTED DREAM (IRE) 3.KIHAVAH

TERWADA

NEWMARKET NEWMARKET

THE bet365

SUPERLATIVE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 2)

for two yrs old

Total prize fund £100000

Owners Prize Money 1st £44560, 2nd £18290, 3rd £9150, 4th £4570, 5th £2290, 6th £1140

(Penalty Value £56710)

colours no horse

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

1 ANCIENT TRUTH (IRE) (21) 11 CD

Br B c Dubawi (IRE) - Beyond Reason (IRE) (Australia)

9-3 (2)

William Buick J

O Godolphin Charlie Appleby, Newmarket T

B Godolphin Emirates Fly Better S

TIMEFORM VIEW Perfect start when taking 6f novice on the Rowley course here and conﬁrmed that he’s an excellent prospect when following up in a C&D novice three weeks ago More to come and track experience can be put to good use, so he’s the one to beat. TFRHHHHH BHA95

2 ASSERTIVELY (IRE) (6) 1462

Br B c Acclamation - Merci Layan (IRE) (Kodiac)

9-3 (4)

Clifford Lee J

O Mr J Laughton & Mrs E Burke K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Thomas Hassett KB Spigot Ltd S

TFRHHIII BHA79

TIMEFORM VIEW Edged ahead when justifying support in novice at Ripon and was back on track when touched off in a listed event at Deauville 6 days ago Probably out of his depth in this, however.

3 COLUMNIST (GB) (25) 13

Br B c Ardad (IRE) - Sand And Deliver (Royal Applause)

9-3 (1)

James Doyle J

O Wathnan Racing Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Peter Balding

TIMEFORM VIEW Impressive Chester winner before a much-improved when edged out (third) in a tight ﬁnish in the Coventry at Royal Ascot. Big player if he gets the longer trip TFRHHHHI BHA103

4 LINE OF FORCE (IRE) (7) 11

Br Ch c Calyx - Ligne d’Amour (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

9-3 (8)

Callum Rodriguez J

O Mr Zhang Yuesheng K. R. Burke Leyburn T

B Yulong Investments (Australia) Pty

TFRHHHII BHA87

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Ripon on debut and supplemented it with a solid performance to double his tally at Carlisle a week ago Longer trip should pose no problem and he can do better still.

5 PAP’S TURF (IRE) (25) 41 D

Br B c Shaman (IRE) - Pirate Cove (IRE) (Lawman (FR))

O Keatley Owners Group, Finneran & Moore

9-3 (3)

Neil Callan J

Adrian Keatley, Malton T

B Mr Canice Farrell Keatley Racing Ltd S

TFRHHIII BHA-

TIMEFORM VIEW Put debut experience to good use when won 7-runner novice at Beverley 25 days ago by 2 1/4 lengths from Footwork, having run of race. This is a lot tougher and he’s likely to struggle.

6 PENTLE BAY (IRE) (21) 12

Br B c New Bay - My Wish (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

O Teme Valley & C Maher

B Ringfort Stud Ltd

9-3 (6)

Billy Loughnane J

George Boughey, Newmarket T

George Boughey Racing Ltd, Sbk S

TIMEFORMVIEWLooked a useful prospect when winning 6f Leicester maiden and, having changed hands for £400,000 ran with plenty of credit when best of the rest behind Bedtime Story in the Chesham at Royal Ascot. That form is starting to work out now and he’s a deﬁnite player. TFRHHHHI BHA95

7 SEAGULLS ELEVEN (IRE) (36) 21 D

9-3 (9)

Br Ch c Galileo Gold - Thrilled (IRE) (Kodiac) Rossa Ryan J

O Two Plus Three Two Plus Four Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

B Tally-Ho Stud Coral Racing Limited S

TFRHHHII BHA-

TIMEFORM VIEW Conﬁrmed debut promise when opening his account at Haydock last month, going away at the ﬁnish. Others have achieved more to this point but he hasn’t reached his limit.

8 THE PARTHENON (IRE) (27) 51 D 9-3 (5)

Br B c Kingman - Wonder of Wonders (USA) (Kingmambo (USA)) Ryan Moore J

O Mr D. Smith, Mrs J. Magnier, Mr M. Tabor Aidan O’Brien, Ireland T

B Coolmore

TIMEFORMVIEW Kingman

9 WIMBLEDON HAWKEYE (GB) (45) 1 D 9-3 (7)

Br B c Kameko (USA) - Eva Maria (Sea The Stars (IRE)) Silvestre De Sousa J

O The Gredley Family

B Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd

James Owen, Newmarket T

Unex Group S

TFRHHHII BHA-

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of a winner and made the ideal start when landing a novice at Kempton with something in hand in May. Open to improvement but might ﬁnd this a bit too much too soon.

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: CITY OF TROY (USA) 2 9 3 Ryan Moore 4-6 (Aidan O’Brien) 9 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2.

Probable S.P.’s: 2-1 Ancient Truth (IRE), 7-2 Columnist (GB), 11-2 The Parthenon (IRE), 9-1 Pentle Bay (IRE), 10-1 Seagulls Eleven (IRE), 12-1 Line of Force (IRE), 22-1 Wimbledon Hawkeye (GB), 50-1 Assertively (IRE), 66-1 Pap’s Turf (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

ANCIENT TRUTH steps into Group company for the ﬁrst time but he’s looked talented and genuine to this point, while his track experience is a big plus, so he’s worth siding with over The Parthenon, who remains with plenty of potential. Coventry-third Columnist is also a big player for all he’s not bound to relish the step up to 7f based on pedigree.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ANCIENT TRUTH (IRE) 2.THE PARTHENON (IRE) 3.COLUMNIST

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

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.

THE JOHN SMITH’S

SILVER CUP STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £85000

Owners Prize Money 1st £37876, 2nd £15547, 3rd £7778, 4th £3885, 5th £1947, 6th £969.

(Penalty Value £48203.50) colours no horse

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

1 AL QAREEM (IRE) (41) 112-245 C

(5)

Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Moqla Sam James J

O Nick Bradley Racing 33, Burke & partner K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Indication Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWSmart course winner who ran well in the John Porter on return but not so good since, fading in Chantilly Group 2 6 weeks ago This isn’t a strong Group 3 and classy performer could bounce back with a big run.

2 ALSAKIB (GB) (25) 110-634

(8)

Br Gr c Kingman - America Nova (FR) P. J. McDonald J

O Al Wasmiyah Stud Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Al Wasmiyah Farm

TIMEFORMVIEW Developed into a smart performer in 2023, winning 4 times, including a couple of valuable handicaps, and best effort this term with his sights lowered when fourth in the Copper Horse Handicap at Royal Ascot, showing previously unseen depths of stamina to do best of those positioned a long way back

3 CHESSPIECE (GB) (51) 1262-56 C

4 9-0 (2)

Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Royal Solitaire (IRE) Harry Davies J

O Godolphin Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T

B Ammerland GmbH & Co KG Emirates Fly Better S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed well to win handicap here and Hamilton listed race last year Promising return in the John Porter but well beaten in the Henry II at Sandown 7 weeks ago TFRHHHII BHA108

4 DEAUVILLE LEGEND (IRE) (14) 404-443 C 5 9-0 (4)

Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Soho Rose (IRE)

Daniel Muscutt J

O Mr Boniface Ho Ka Kui James Ferguson, Newmarket T

B G. B. Partnership

James Ferguson Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won the Great Voltigeur here at 3 yrs before an excellent fourth in the Melbourne Cup However, hasn’t looked the same horse since, an element again of going through the motions in Listed race at Newmarket a fortnight ago TFRHHHII BHA107

5 KLONDIKE (GB) (28) 1240-41 CD 4 9-0 (1)

Br B c Galileo (IRE) - Koora Richard Kingscote J

O Jonsson/Magnier/Tabor/Fittocks Stud William Haggas, Newmarket T

B Fittocks Stud Ashford Stud of 5095 S

TIMEFORM VIEW Found a bit more improvement under a ﬁne ride as he gained a ﬁrst win since his debut in C&D Listed contest 4 weeks ago, all out from Salt Bay. Unexposed over this sort of trip and no surprise to see him go well again. TFRHHHHH BHA110

6 SALT BAY (GER) (28) 420-362

Br Ch g Farhh - Saltita (IRE)

O Valmont

4 9-0 (3)

Hector Crouch J

Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof R M Beckett Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has just a debut win to his name but good efforts in the John Porter and C&D listed race this term just unable to peg back Klondike after that one stole a bit of a march on him here last time. Respected. TFRHHHHI BHA109

7 TASHKHAN (IRE) (14) 00133-0 D 6 9-0 (7)

Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Tarziyna (IRE) Ben Robinson J

O Mr P. Boyle Brian Ellison, Malton T

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

Brian Ellison Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart stayer who signed off for 2023 with a solid third in the Prix Royal-Oak at Longchamp No show in the Northumberland Plate on return last month but could fare better now. TFRHHHII BHA111

8 WISE EAGLE (IRE) (35) 1/120-00 D 7 9-0 (6)

Br Ch g Free Eagle (IRE) - Best Be Careful (IRE)

Daniel Tudhope J

O The Seahouses Syndicate Adam Nicol, Seahouses T

B John Costello & Irish National Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in 2m Ascot Group 3 last term but has struggled since, albeit not knocked about in Haydock handicap 5 weeks ago Back up in trip/class now. TFRHHHII BHA103

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

2023: HAMISH 7 9 3 Tom Marquand 4-9 (William Haggas) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 8. Stewards Note:

CHESSPIECE: Following its run on 23/5/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

TASHKHAN: Following its run on 29/6/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference.

Probable S.P.’s: 3-1 Klondike (GB), 4-1 Al Qareem (IRE), 9-2 Salt Bay (GER), 5-1 Alsakib (GB), 14-1 Chesspiece (GB), Deauville Legend (IRE), 16-1 Tashkhan (IRE), 40-1 Wise Eagle (IRE)

KLONDIKE and Salt Bay were 1-2 in a C&D listed race 4 weeks ago and might be the pair to focus on, with Klondike taken to conﬁrm the form over Ralph Beckett’s charge. The classy Al Qareem could bounce back with a big run.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KLONDIKE 2.SALT BAY (GER) 3.AL QAREEM (IRE)

The Arabian Racing Organisation was thrilled to welcome the HH Sheikh Mansoor bin Zayed Al Nahyan Racing Festival back to the UK as sponsors of nine Wathba Stallions Cup races, in addition to their feature event the HH Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak Cup (Group 2PA).

The HH Sheikh Mansoor bin Zayed Al Nahyan Festival has played asignificant role inthe promotion of Arabian racing and breeding around the world since it began in2009, aiming to continue the efforts made by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan AlNahyan to preserve heritage sports and equestrian sport in particular.

The Festival supports 150 races from the grassroots to the highest level, in the UK and around the world. Their global sponsorship culminates in the Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Jewel Crown, aGroup 1PA run in Abu Dhabi in December, one of the world's most valuable Arabian races on turf.

ÒThe Festival is excited to visit the historic track at Chester, the UK's oldest racecourse, for the first time. We are delighted to be supporting ARO and UK Arabian racing, and look forward to celebrating the winner of this valuable Wathba Stallions Handicap on Saturday."

Lara Sawaya Executive Director of the

HH Sheikh Mansoor Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Racing Festival

ARABIAN RACE 3:50pm

WATHBA STALLIONS CUP HANDICAP STAKES 0-70

Total race value £15000

Owners Prize Money 1st £7731.00, 2nd £3625.50, 3rd £1813.50, 4th £906.00, 5th £453.00, 6th £226.50 colours no horse age

A competitive affair with four recent winners looking to progress further Delicatesse’s penalty just gets her in the handicap and though she won easily on Tuesday and her amateur rider retains the ride, this is much tougher Izenterisky looked to have plenty of potential in his debut season but returning from an absence to chase a big prize is also a big ask, whilst Al-Hatab has proved reliable, this trip is short of his best. Both Paramer Angel and Victoria will have had this as their target all season however. Victoria has the assistance of the stable apprentice, but PARAMER ANGEL just gets the nod. He’s put two races together before and looked to have a bit in hand when getting the better of her at Windsor in May.

1 PARAMER ANGEL (GB) (68) 3-16-06-1

10-2 (4)

Br Gr g Parador (FR) - Angel Picamer (GB) (Amer (SA)) Charlie Price J

O Mrs D Thomas Mrs D Thomas T

B Mrs Zelda Angel

Three-time winner at a mile on quick and heavy ground, all for today’s jockey Showed he still retains plenty of ability when winning easily on reappearance, conditions look ideal, but isn’t getting any younger (R17 W4 P5) (OR 72)

2 IZENTERISKY (GB) (1791) 21////-

9-11 (2)

Br Gr g No Risk Al Maury (FR) - Pinkie Tuscadero (GB) (Izentespesal (US)) John Fahy J

O Mrs Sheila Collington Mr Philip Collington T

B Mrs S Collington

Won over a mile and a close second over 7f in 2019 beating subsequent winners. Off with a minor injury though kept busy around the yard since. If he could reproduce that earlier form, he must be respected. (R2 W1 P1) (OR 67)

3 AL-HATAB (GB) (28) 43111-421

Br Gr g Tabarak (GB) - Altesse Kossack (GB) (Marwan (FR))

6 9-10 (3)

Lewis Saunders (5) J

O Ms J R Kelway & Mr Peter Hammersley Mr P J Hammersley T

B Mrs Julie Rose Kelway

Runner-up to Paramer Angel over this trip in May but beaten a long way Winner since over further for today’s jockey but trip and testing ground a negative. If it dries, his class should see him in the frame. (R12 W4 P4) (OR 66)

4 VICTORIA (GB) (28) 02352-D12

Br Br f RB Burn (US) - Dolﬁna D’Ibos (FR) (Mahabb (AE))

Sean Dylan Bowen J

O Mr James Owen James Owen T

B Mr James Owen

Has been runner-up to Paramer Angel at this trip though disqualiﬁed (incorrect weight). Winner since so worse off here, but young enough to ﬁnd further improvement with stable apprentice booked. (R8 W1 P4) (OR 63)

5 STORM TROUPOUR (US) (14) 04-32-344

Br Ch h Nivour De Cardonne (FR) - E S Ornetta (US) (Monarch AH (US))

O Alexandre Boyes

B Kathryn K or Paul J Smoke

William Cox J

Tim Vaughan T

Former Group 3PA winning sprinter whose sole win at a mile was on the Dirt in the UAE. Has run with credit all season from 6f to 1m2f and likely to be thereabouts without winning on ﬁrst start for new trainer (R49 W7 P16) (OR 62)

6 HATTIE SPARKS (GB) (50) 30

Br B/Gr m General (GB) - Pinkie Tuscadero (GB) (Izentespesal (US))

O Mrs Sheila Collington

Mia Nicholls J

Mr Philip Collington T

B Mrs S Collington P

Half-sister to Izenterisky who made her belated debut this season, ﬁnishing ahead of Delicatesse over 7f and then disappointed behind Victoria tried at 1m2f all on good. Trip should suit, but needs to improve.(R2 W0 P1) (OR 54)

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

7f 122y

Br Gr f Al Saoudi (FR) - Delishess (US) (Dahess (GB))

Miss Teagan Padgett (5) J

O Mr James Owen James Owen T

B Rachael Gowland & Mr James Owen

Put eight disappointments behind her when winning easily over 6f on the Polytrack on Tuesday on her ﬁrst try at that trip. Still off a light weight despite the penalty so shouldn’t be overlooked, but this is much harder (R8 W1 P2) (OR 46)(6ex)

DECLARED RUNNERS

Probable S.P.’s 2/1 Victoria, 9/4 Paramer Angel, 6/1 Al-hatab, 6/1 Izenterisky 7/1 Delicatesse, 8/1 Storm Troupour 16/1 Hattie Sparks

WATHBA STALLIONS CUP HANDICAP STAKES 0-70 RACE CONDITIONS For Purebred Arabians, 3yo+, rated 0-70 (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72; see Standard Conditions). 7f122y (1 500m) A memento will be provided to the winning owner, trainer and jockey in this race. Weights: highest weight 10st minimum weights: 8st3lb

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THE bet365 BUNBURY CUP (CLASS 2) (Heritage Handicap)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £100000

Owners Prize Money 1st £40630, 2nd £20320, 3rd £10160, 4th £5080, 5th £2540, 6th £1270 (Penalty Value £51540) Weights raised 7lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 5 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

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

colours no horse

1 AWAAL (IRE) (266) 033030- 5 9-12 (17)

Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Anna’s Rock (IRE) (Rock of Gibraltar (IRE)) James Doyle J

O Shaikh Duaij Al Khalifa

Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T

B George Kent Gainsborough Thoroughbreds Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart performer who was placed in the Lincoln, Royal Hunt Cup and this race last year On the wrong side when well held in the Balmoral ﬁnal start so it’s easy to ignore that run. Tongue tie added and goes well fresh, so he’s worthy of interest. TFRHHHHI BHA102

2 MOSTABSHIR (GB) (23) 405-304 4 9-12 (11)

Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Handassa (Dubawi (IRE)) Jim Crowley J

O Shadwell Estate Company Ltd John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart handicapper who was a respectable fourth of 26 in the Buckingham Palace at Royal Ascot 23 days ago Should be in the mix from the same mark. TFRHHHII BHA102 (-1)

3 CARRYTHEONE (GB) (23) 66-0013 CD 7 9-11 (6)

Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Song of Passion (IRE) (Orpen (USA)) Ryan Moore J

O Mr Stuart Mizon Michael Bell, Newmarket T

B Pevens Racing Michael Bell Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to form with a bang for new yard when edging out Gorak in a big-field handicap on the Rowley course here in May. Shaped well when third of 26 in Buckingham Palace at Royal Ascot since, finishing with a flourish after meeting trouble. Big player off the same mark. TFRHHHHH BHA101

4 TALIS EVOLVERE (IRE) (24) 201330 4 9-10 (1)

Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - My Henrietta (USA) (Henrythenavigator (USA))Joe Leavy (5) J

O Mrs B. Austin & Partner Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

B Lynn Lodge Stud & Pier House Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful twice on AW and went on to land a valuable Newcastle handicap (1m) in March Continued the good work back on turf when third in competitive events at Newbury but well held in the Royal Hunt Cup last month. TFRHHHII BHA100 (-1)

5 ROPEY GUEST (GB) (24) 1062-50 D

7 9-10 (3)

Br B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Hadeeya (Oratorio (IRE)) Tom Queally J

O John Guest Racing George Margarson, Newmarket T

B Mrs S. Hamilton & Kirtlington Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in the last 2 runnings of this and recorded another ﬁne effort in a top handicap when ﬁfth of 21 in Victoria Cup at Ascot on reappearance. Prominent for a long way in the Royal Hunt Cup there last month and likely still in form TFRHHHII BHA100 (-1)

6 BLESS HIM (IRE) (24) 050-300 CD

10 9-9 (12)

Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Happy Land (IRE) (Refuse To Bend (IRE))Marco Ghiani J

O Tony Perkins & Partners David Simcock, Newmarket T

B Knocklong House Stud David Simcock Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won this in 2022 and fourth last year Good third in the Victoria Cup on Ascot reappearance. Below that level in his 2 outings since but his record in this makes him a dangerous one to discount. TFRHHHII BHA99 (-1)

7 PERCY’S LAD (GB) (23) 203-210

6 9-9 (9)

Br Ch g Sir Percy - Victory Garden (New Approach (IRE)) Tom Eaves J

O Mr Alan Kerr Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn T

B Genesis Green Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable type who justiﬁed support when making all at Chester last in May. Raced away from the main action and shaped as if still in good form in Buckingham Palace at Royal Ascot since. TFR

8 FINN’S CHARM (GB) (23) 40-6010 D 4 9-9(in 6lb ex)(15)

Br B g Kingman - Annabelle’s Charm (IRE) (Indian Ridge) Billy Loughnane J

O Dr J. Walker Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Merry Fox Stud Limited Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has a rather hit-and-miss proﬁle, running up to his best when making all at Goodwood (7f, good to ﬁrm) in June but tailed off in Buckingham Palace at Royal Ascot since. TFRHHIII BHA93 (+5)

9 LETHAL LEVI (GB) (21) 04-0014 C

Br B g Lethal Force (IRE) - Dartrix (Dutch Art)

5 9-7 (5)

Clifford Lee J

O Made in Thailand K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Joshua A. Knox

KB Spigot Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner who has been revived by blinkers lately making all at Newbury before a ﬁne fourth of 25 in the Wokingham at Royal Ascot (both 6f). Showed he has the stamina for 7f when fourth in a big ﬁeld at Ascot last autumn. TFRHHHII BHA97 (+1)

10 GORAK (FR) (23) 000-420 D

5 9-6 (2)

Br B g Goken (FR) - Ponte Bawi (IRE) (Dubawi (IRE)) Kieran Shoemark J

O First Tuesday Syndicate Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket T

B Guy Pariente Holding Spral Fitzdares S

TIMEFORMVIEWDual 7f winner in the ﬁrst half of last season and returned with a pair of good efforts on the Rowley course here this spring, pushing Carrytheone close latterly Not seen to best effect in Buckingham Palace at Royal Ascot since and likely remains at the top of his game. On the shortlist.TFRHHHHI BHA96(-1)

11 DARK THIRTY (IRE) (23) 36-1300 CD

4 9-6 (19)

Br B c Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Beach Wedding (IRE) (Footstepsinthesand) Sean Levey J

O Martin Hughes & Michael Kerr-Dineen Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

B Lynn Lodge Stud Old Oak Holdings Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable sort who posted a career-best effort on back of 6 months off when landing 18-runner Rowley course handicap (6f) in April. Third back there next time but needs to shrug off lesser runs since. TFRHHIII BHA96 (-1)

12 DIVINE LIBRA (IRE) (23) 23-0136 D 4 9-5 (18)

Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Rakiza (IRE) (Elnadim (USA)) William Buick J

O McLaren Horse Racing Charles Hills, Lambourn T

B Mogeely Stud

Stonegate Homes, McLaren Horse Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWHad a solid 3-y-o season and took it up another notch with a 7f Chester win in May. Followed that with a good third to Carrytheone and Gorak on the Rowley course here 10 days later Shaped as if still in good form when sixth of 26 in Buckingham Palace at Royal Ascot since. On the shortlist. TFRHHHHI BHA95

13 SUMMERGHAND (IRE) (10) 500003 C BF 10 9-3 (8)

Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Kate The Great (Xaar)

O Mr Salem Rashid Bin Ghadayer

B Airlie Stud

Callum Rodriguez J

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

TIMEFORM VIEW Down to his lowest mark for over 6 years and he showed better signs when third of 9 at Thirsk (6f) 10 days ago Still effective over 7f TFRHHHII BHA93 (-2)

14 MUSTAJAAB (GB) (23) 45-1000 D 4 9-1 (20)

Br B or Br g Tasleet - Likeable (Dalakhani (IRE)) Lewis Edmunds J

O Mr Khalifa Dasmal

B Meon Valley Stud

William Muir & Chris Grassick, Lambourn T

TIMEFORMVIEWMade it2-2ontheAWwhen scoringwith plentytospareon return/ﬁrstrun sincebeing geldedatSouthwell (7f)inApril. Hasn’t reallybeen seen to best effect on turf since but whether he’s well handicapped enough to make an impact in a race like this remains to be seen. TFRHHIII BHA91 (-1)

15 SPIRIT GENIE (IRE) (49) 20-6011 D

4 9-1 (16)

Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Prima Luce (IRE) (Galileo (IRE)) Kieran O’Neill J

O Mrs Ros Marriott Jennie Candlish, Leek T

B Kilcarn Stud Torvic Magnets, Pra World Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown improved form this year, making it back-to-back wins when getting up late to score at Chester (7f, soft) in May. Was suited by the way the race developed last time and he’s in a much deeper here. TFRHHHII BHA91 (-1)

16 DARKNESS (FR) (16) 065031 CD

6 9-1 (in 6lb ex)(14)

Br B g Siyouni (FR) - Kerila (FR) (Makﬁ) Neil Callan J

O Akela Thoroughbreds Limited David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B E.A.R.L. Ecurie Haras Du Cadran et al Akela Plant Hire Ltd S

TFRHHIII BHA85 (+6)

TIMEFORM VIEW 15/2, career best when winning 10-runner C&D handicap (good to ﬁrm) 16 days ago driven out to score by 3 lengths. A 6lb penalty demands another lifetime best.

17 LONDONER (IRE) (11) 2-00000

4 9-0 (4)

Br Ch g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Gilt Edge Girl (Monsieur Bond (IRE)) Jonny Peate (3) J

O Mr J. Fyffe

Jim Goldie, Glasgow T

B BDS UK & Irish National Stud Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2022. Seventh of 9 in handicap (10/1) at Hamilton (8.3f, good) 11 days ago

Not an obvious one on recent efforts. TFRHIIII BHA90 (-6)

18 AALTO (FR) (8) 00-2452 D

4 8-12 (10)

Br B g Zelzal (FR) - Au Dessus (Siyouni (FR)) Rossa Ryan J

O Bell, Lyons & James Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B S.A.S. Elevage Du Haras de Bourgeauville Helicentreuk S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful in France and back to that sort of level for his current yard, faring easily best of those who raced up with the speed when second of 11 in 7f Haydock handicap last week. One of the more likely types. TFRHHHHI BHA88

19 YORKSHIRE (IRE) (30) 255-125 D BF

4 8-12 (13)

Br B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Totsiyah (IRE) (Dalakhani (IRE)) David Allan J

O Clarendon Thoroughbred Racing Edward Bethell, Middleham T

B Mr R. Kavanagh Tattersalls, Clarendon Thoroughbred Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed with 7f Thirsk success before an excellent second of 13 in handicap at Doncaster (7f good to ﬁrm) in June. Below par when stepped up to 1m at Nottingham since and the return to 7f ought to see him to better effect. TFRHHHII BHA88

20 ABDUCTION (FR) (6) 1-00300 D

6 8-11 (7)

Br B g Acclamation - Perfect Day (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE)) Silvestre De Sousa J O Dab Hand Racing Jim Goldie, Glasgow T

B Skymarch Farm Inc & Ecurie Des Charmes

K.A.P S

TFRHHIII BHA87

TIMEFORMVIEWJust the one creditable effort to his name from 5 starts this year The return to 7f is in his favour after racing too freely over 1m last time but he’s still hard to make a case for.

DECLARED RUNNERS 20

2023: BIGGLES 6 9 3 Ryan Moore 5-1 (Ralph Beckett) 15 ran Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No 1. Hood worn by No 6. Blinkers worn by No 2, 9. Visor worn by No 5, 13 16 Tongue Strap worn by No 15 19 Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 10, 15 Stewards Note:

CARRYTHEONE: Following its run on 20/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.

ABDUCTION: Following its run on 7/7/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too freely

Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 Carrytheone (GB), 15-2 Divine Libra (IRE), 12-1 Awaal (IRE), Gorak (FR), 16-1 Mostabshir (GB), Lethal Levi (GB), 18-1 Percy’s Lad (GB), Summerghand (IRE), Aalto (FR), 20-1 Darkness (FR), 22-1 Talis Evolvere (IRE), 25-1 Spirit Genie (IRE), Yorkshire (IRE), 33-1 Ropey Guest (GB), Bless Him (IRE), Dark Thirty (IRE), 40-1 Finn’s Charm (GB), 66-1 Abduction (FR), 80-1 Mustajaab (GB), 100-1 Londoner (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

CARRYTHEONE did remarkably well to get third in the Buckingham Palace at Royal Ascot given the trouble he met and can gain compensation from the same mark. Second choice is Gorak, who is closely matched with the selection on Rowley course form in the spring and is another who didn’t enjoy the rub of the green in the Buckingham Palace. Aalto, Divine Libra and last year’s third Awaal also make the shortlist.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CARRYTHEONE 2.GORAK (FR) 3.AALTO (FR)

FIRST RACE 4.20

THE SOUL SUNSET RACING APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £15050

Owners Prize Money 1st £6044, 2nd £3022, 3rd £1511, 4th £756, 5th £378, 6th £188, 7th £95, 8th £47 (Penalty Value £7669.47)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile and four furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 49 to 68. 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.

no horse

1 HALIPHON (GB) (10) 6-00002 CD

10-2 (2)

Br B g Showcasing - Harem Lady (FR) Harry Burns J

O Ne-Chance Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Haras D’Etreham & Eric de Chambure Lenat International UK Ltd. S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since landing this race in 2022 but produced one of this season’s better efforts when second of 8 in handicap (10/1) at Epsom (12f, good) 10 days ago. Respected from unchanged mark. TFRHHHHI BHA70

2 GREEN TEAM (FR) (14) 00-0000 5 10-2 (7)

Br B g Wootton Bassett - On The Line (FR) Millie Wonnacott (3) J

O Ian Williams Racing Club Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Haras d’Etreham et al

TIMEFORM VIEW More miss than hit last season and has continued to fall in the weights without showing any sign of taking advantage this year Back in trip with visor applied but remains hard to fancy TFRHHIII BHA70

3 V POWER (GB) (106) 0/60-20

4 10-0 (3)

Br B g Protectionist (GER) - Vagabonde (IRE) Ethan Jones (5) J

O FRN - Chepstow Club

Deborah Faulkner, Chepstow T

B Power Thoroughbreds Germany Gmbh Valley Water Services Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-Irish gelding who showed improved form on handicap debut when second of 7 at Kempton (12f) in February Failed to stay longer trip at Chelmsford the following month and remains somewhat unexposed. TFRHHHII BHA68

4 SUTUE ALSHAMS (IRE) (10) 016-045 D

Br B g Golden Horn - Gile Na Greine (IRE)

4 9-13 (4)

Mohammed Tabti (3) J

O Mr Ian Jones Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Barronstown Stud Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWScoredatMusselburghonhispenultimateoutinglasttermandshapedasifbackinformwhenﬁfthof7inhandicapthere (16f, good) 10 days ago, just appearing stretched by longer trip. Not discounted from last winning mark. TFRHHHII BHA67

LUNAR JET

(GB) (57) 1456-50

10 9-13 (8)

Br Ch g Ask - Lightning Jet Kaiya Fraser (3) J

O County Charm Windows & Conservatories Steph Hollinshead, Rugeley T

B Ladas

TIMEFORM VIEW Soft-ground specialist scored early last season at Redcar (10f, heavy). Merely passed beaten rivals at Newbury last time and others are preferred under these conditions. TFRHHIII BHA67

6 NATCHEZ TRACE (GB) (25) 0-00642 D

7 9-9 (5)

Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Passage of Time Zak Wheatley J

O Mr C H Stephenson and Partner Declan Carroll, Malton T

B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran well returned to the Flat when second of 9 in handicap at Catterick (12.1f good to soft) 25 days ago. Remains well treated if able to take another step forward here. TFRHHHHI BHA63

7 GREY FABLE

(IRE) (28) 06-0032

4 9-5 (6)

Br Gr g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Satwa Ruby (FR) Sean Dylan Bowen (3) J

O Derby Bar Syndicate Karl Thornton, Ireland T

B Eimear Mulhern

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 21 Flat runs but ran well on his ﬁrst outing since leaving Ms Sheila Lavery when good second of 9 in handicap at this C&D (heavy) 28 days ago, sticking to task. Shortlist material. TFRHHHHH BHA59

Br Breeding O Owner

B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

HOT TEAM (IRE) (18) 241314

Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Ahd (USA)

O Pat Morris and Clear Cut Racing

B Old Carhue Stud

8 9-3 (1)

Rhys Elliott (7) J

Patrick Morris, Prescot T

TIMEFORMVIEWScoredatCatterickin MaybeforedoublinghistallyfortheseasonatHamilton (9.2f,goodtoﬁrm)thefollowingmonth.Anothersound effort when fourth of 11 in handicap at Newbury (11f good to ﬁrm, 13/2) 18 days ago and holds place claims once again. TFRHHHII BHA57

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2023: RED ROYALIST 9 9 11 Taylor Fisher 4-1 (Mike Murphy & Michael Keady) 8 ran Visor worn ﬁrst time by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

Probable S.P.’s: 3-1 Grey Fable (IRE), 4-1 Haliphon (GB), 5-1 Natchez Trace (GB), 11-2 Hot Team (IRE), 15-2 Sutue Alshams (IRE), 11-1 V Power (GB), 25-1 Lunar Jet (GB), 33-1 Green Team (FR)

GREY FABLE ended his time with Sheila Lavery in good form and made a ﬁne start for new connections when runner-up over C&D earlier last month, so is taken to ﬁnally get off the mark. Haliphon landed this race 2 years ago and showed more to be positive about at Epsom last time, so also merits consideration, whilst Natchez Trace completes the shortlist after an encouraging effort at Catterick.

Don’t forget to bet on the 4:35 at NEWMARKET, 4:42 at ASCOT and 4:50 at YORK.

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POSITION OF STALLS

Inside, except 1m2f outside.

THANK YOU

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THE MY PENSION EXPERT JULY CUP STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 1) (British Champions Series)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £600000

Owners Prize Money 1st £267360, 2nd £109740, 3rd £54900, 4th £27420, 5th £13740, 6th £6840 (Penalty Value £340260)

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

colours no horse

1 ART POWER (IRE) (21) 01-0540 D

7 9-8 (10)

Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Evening Time (IRE) (Keltos (FR)) David Allan J

O King Power Racing Co Ltd Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Owenstown Bloodstock Ltd King Power International Co Ltd, King Power Racing Co Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Very talented on his day, winning twice at the Curragh last season and signing off with success in the Group 1 on Champions’ Day. Solid close fourth to Mitbaahy at ﬁrst-named track in May but was well below his best in Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot won by Khaadem last time. TFRHHIII BHA114

2 KHAADEM (IRE) (21) 1505-01 CD 8 9-8 (1)

Br Br g Dark Angel (IRE) - White Daffodil (IRE) (Footstepsinthesand) Billy Loughnane J

O Mrs Fitri Hay Charles Hills, Lambourn T

B Yeomanstown Stud JMH Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Proved better than ever at the age of 8 when springing a surprise in 13-runner Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot (6f good to ﬁrm) 21 days ago by 1/2 length from Swingalong, winning readily However, there has to be a doubt whether he’ll repeat that form TFRHHHII BHA116

3 KINROSS (GB) (14) 31122-2 C D BF

7 9-8 (12)

Br B g Kingman - Ceilidh House (Selkirk (USA)) Rossa Ryan J

O Mr Marc Chan Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Lawn Stud R M Beckett Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWVery smart sort who held his form terriﬁcally well last season and signed off with an excellent effort going for a repeat win in the Champions Sprint Stakes at Ascot. Shaped as if retaining all ability when second in Chipchase Stakes at Newcastle on return and was a good third in this last year TFRHHHII BHA116

4 MILL STREAM (IRE) (21) 160-213 D

4 9-8 (11)

Br B c Gleneagles (IRE) - Swirral Edge (Hellvelyn) William Buick J

O Mr P. W. Harris Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket T

B Redpender Stud Ltd Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Classy sprinter who built on his ﬁne reappearance run with a last-gasp success in the Duke of York Stakes at York in May. Ran creditably when third of 13 to Khaadem in Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot last time, though was beaten fair and square. TFRHHHII BHA114

5 MITBAAHY (IRE) (21) 01-4010 D

5 9-8 (3)

Br B h Proﬁtable (IRE) - Wrood (USA) (Invasor (ARG)) Silvestre De Sousa J

O Mrs Fitri Hay Charles Hills, Lambourn T

B N. Hartery JMH Group S

TIMEFORMVIEWSmart sort who beneﬁted from the step back up in trip when ﬁnishing strongly to land the Greenlands Stakes at the Curragh in May. Run off his feet back on a sounder surface when only seventh of 13 to Khaadem in Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot last time. TFRHHHII BHA113

6 REGIONAL (GB) (25) 1151-22 D

6 9-8 (2)

Br B g Territories (IRE) - Favulusa (Dansili) Callum Rodriguez J

O Future Champions Racing Regional Edward Bethell, Middleham T

B Razza del Sole Societa Agricola SRL

TIMEFORMVIEWTook his form to a new level last season, making it 3 wins from 4 starts in Group 1 HaydockSprint Cup in September Shaped well when second to Mitbaahy in Group 2 attheCurragh(6f)onreturnandthenranuptobestwhenﬁllingsamespotinKingCharlesIIIStakesatRoyalAscot.Solidcontender TFRHHHHI BHA114

7 SWINGALONG (IRE) (21) 3144-02 D

4 9-5 (7)

Br Ch f Showcasing - Pilates (IRE) (Shamardal (USA)) Clifford Lee J

O Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Mountarmstrong Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWWon Group 3 Summer Stakes atYork in July last year Acquitted herself with plenty of credit in Group 1s either side of that victory and stepped up considerably on her reappearance when second of 13 to Khaadem in Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot (6f). TFRHHHII BHA111

8 VADREAM (GB) (21) 0-32005 C D 6 9-5 (8)

Br B m Brazen Beau (AUS) - Her Honour (IRE) (Shamardal (USA)) Kieran Shoemark J

O Mr D. R. J. King Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket T

B Crispin Estates Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart mare whose form has been decidedly patchy this year, never on terms when ﬁfth of 13 to Khaadem in Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes (100/1) at Royal Ascot (6f) on most recent outing. Others preferred kept to this level. TFRHHIII BHA102

9 INISHERIN (GB) (22) 2-1611 D

3 9-2 (6)

Br B c Shamardal (USA) - Ajman Princess (IRE) (Teoﬁlo (IRE)) Tom Eaves J

O Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

TIMEFORMVIEWHas proved a revelation dropped to sprinting, producing a very smart effort when making all in the Group 2 Sandy Lane Stakes at Haydock before picking up impressively to land Commonweath Cup at Royal Ascot, justifying his connections decision to supplement him.Very much the one to beat. TFRHHHHH BHA117

10 JASOUR (GB) (22) 1100-13 CD

3 9-2 (9)

Br Gr c Havana Grey - Twilight Thyme (Bahamian Bounty) Jim Crowley J

O AlMohamediya Racing Clive Cox, Hungerford T

B Wardley Bloodstock

TIMEFORMVIEWGroup2winneratthismeeting(6f)lastsummer BombedoutintheMornyandMiddleParksubsequentlybutgothiscareerﬁrmlybackontrack when landing Pavilion Stakes in May and better than the bare result when third to Inisherin in Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot since. TFRHHHHI BHA110

11 RIVER TIBER (IRE) (21) 1133-30 D BF

3 9-2 (4)

Br B c Wootton Bassett - Transcendence (IRE) (Arcano (IRE)) Ryan Moore J

O Tabor/Smith/Magnier/Westerberg/Brant Aidan O’Brien, Ireland T

B Pier House Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWSmartat2,includingawinintheCoventryStakes.Showedhe’strainedonwellwhenthirdtoRosallioninIrish2000GuineasattheCurragh (1m, good) on reappearance. First poor run of his career in Jersey Stakes at Royal Ascot last time and now drops back to sprinting. TFRHHHII BHA114

12 VANDEEK (GB) (49) 1111-3 CD BF

3 9-2 (5)

Br Gr c Havana Grey - Mosa Mine (Exceed And Excel (AUS)) James Doyle J

O KHK Racing

B Maywood Stud

Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T

Gainsborough Thoroughbreds Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWWentfromstrength-to-strengthasa2-y-o,whichculminatedwithanimpressivesuccessintheMiddleParkatNewmarket(6f).Failedtoreproducethatform when third to Inisherin in Sandy Lane Stakes at Haydock on return and missed Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot with abnormal blood count. TFRHHHII BHA119

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Tongue Strap worn by No 6.

Stewards Note:

2023: SHAQUILLE 3 9 2 Rossa Ryan 5-2 (Julie Camacho) 8 ran

MITBAAHY: Following its run on 22/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.

REGIONAL: Following its run on 18/6/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.

Probable S.P.’s: 9-4 Inisherin (GB), 6-1 Vandeek (GB), 8-1 Kinross (GB), 17-2 River Tiber (IRE), 9-1 Regional (GB), 14-1 Jasour (GB), 16-1 Mill Stream (IRE), 22-1 Khaadem (IRE), Swingalong (IRE), 25-1 Mitbaahy (IRE), 28-1 Art Power (IRE), 66-1 Vadream (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

INISHERIN is potentially the dominant 6f performer judged on his impressive Commonwealth Cup success and, with the obvious potential for further improvement on just his third start at the trip there’s no real urge to take him on. Regional is a tough and most likeable sort who warrants plenty of respect, with Jasour, who shaped better than the bare result behind the selection last time, taken to ﬁll the places.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.INISHERIN 2.REGIONAL 3.JASOUR

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NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for novice two yrs old

Total prize fund £15050

Owners Prize Money 1st £6044, 2nd £3022, 3rd £1511, 4th £756, 5th £378, 6th £188, 7th £95, 8th £47 (Penalty Value £7669.47)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This ﬁve furlongs Novice Stakes is restricted to two-year-olds 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 st-lb Draw Jockey

1 UP THE CLARETS (IRE) (25) 120 D

9-7 (1)

Br B c Kodiac - Uniﬁed Mohammed Tabti (5) J

O Mr James Fyffe & Mr Scott Fyffe Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Gerard Kirwan Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd, Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWHamiltondebutwinnerwhoranwellconcedingweightallroundwhensecondinaMusselburghseller inJune.Subsequentlyclaimedfrom Richard Fahey, before facing a stiff task in Coventry Stakes at Royal Ascot (6f, good to ﬁrm) last month. Worth another chance. TFRHHHHI BHA81

2 ZABEEL ROAD (IRE) (24) 140 D 9-7 (5)

Br B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Winiata (IRE) Franny Norton J

O Mr Jaber Abdullah Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Mrs O. Murtagh & Iirsh National Stud Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWMade the perfect start at Ayr in April and ran to a similar level under a penalty when fourth at York next time. Gave a good account when ninth of 27 in Windsor Castle Stakes at Royal Ascot (5f, ﬁrm), so he looks a major player back down in grade. TFRHHHHH BHA85

3 FLICKA’S GIRL

(GB) (24) 1420 D

9-5 (7)

Br Ch f Sergei Prokoﬁev (CAN) - Queenoftheclyde (IRE) John Fahy J

O Twenty Four Seven Recruitment David Loughnane, Tern Hill T

B Whitsbury Manor Stud Dave Loughnane Racing, Twenty Four Seven Recruitment Services Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWMade all at Wolverhampton on debut and improved on that form at thesecondattemptwhen runner-up in the Lily Agnes at this C&D in May Well held in Queen Mary Stakes at Royal Ascot (5f good to ﬁrm) last time, but she could bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA77

4 AY GEE ELL (IRE)

(10) 0

Br B c Sands of Mali (FR) - Wild Bloom

9-4 (10)

Connor Murtagh J

O Advance Group UK Ltd Richard Fahey, Malton T

B P. O’Donnell Richard Fahey Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Very green when eighth of 14 in minor event at Thirsk (6f, good) on debut 10 days ago, slowly away and making little impression. Needs to have learnt plenty from that ﬁrst experience and has wide draw to overcome. TFRHHIII BHA-

5 CAPTAIN PICKLES (IRE) (21) 4

9-4 (4)

Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Strumming (IRE) Jason Watson J

O Eddie and Fiona Carswell Stella Barclay Garstang T

B Yeguada Centurion S.L. Lancashire Racing Stables Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWLooked one for the longer term when fourth of 5 in maiden at Ayr (6f, good to ﬁrm) on debut 3 weeks ago, racing freely before dropping away ﬁnal 1f Others preferred. TFRHHIII BHA-

6 FALLEN SOLDIER (IRE) (7) 0

9-4 (2)

Br B g Soldier’s Call - Time Stands Still Jason Hart J

O Mr S Radymski & Soldiers Call Partners John & Sean Quinn, Malton T

B M. Roe JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, Evolve Business Finance Limited S

7 FUJI MOUNTAIN (IRE) (24) 020

TFRHHIII BHA-

TIMEFORM VIEW Was sent off big odds (50/1) on debut and looked in need of the experience when eighth of 13 in maiden at Beverley (5f good) a week ago. Should know more with that ﬁrst run behind him.

9-4 (3)

Br Gr g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Angelic Light (IRE) Zak Wheatley (3) J

O Steve & Bea Ryan Limited Declan Carroll, Malton T

B Yeomanstown Stud Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Left debut form well behind when runner-up to a useful prospect at Nottingham in June, before again showing good speed when ﬁnishing eleventh of 27 in Windsor Castle Stakes at Royal Ascot (5f ﬁrm). Can make another bold bid. TFRHHHHI BHA81

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

Br B c Kodi Bear (IRE) - Sousmain

O The Donny Rocket Syndicate

9-4 (8)

Luke Morris J

Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

B Mrs Louise Lyons Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWBred for longer trips and hasn’t made much impact in 2 starts so far, making his debut in the Lily Agnes at this C&D before ﬁnishing sixth of 8 in maiden at Hamilton (6f good to ﬁrm) 24 days ago. Improvement required. TFRHHIII BHA-

9 INVITED

(GB) (14) 323 BF

Br B c Kodiac - Ama Dablam (USA)

O Amo Racing Limited

B Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd

NON-RUNNER

9-4 (9)

Non Runner J

Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

Sports Invest UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising Kodiac colt who built on debut third when second of 8 in minor event at Newmarket (7f, good to ﬁrm, 9/2) 7 days ago. Down in trip. Leading form claims. NON RUNNER. TFRIIIII BHA84

10 JAGETME

(IRE) (-)

Br Br f Soldier’s Call - Epatha (IRE)

O Precision Facades Ltd

B Gerard Mullins

8-13 (11)

Edward Greatrex J

Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster T

Precision Facades Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 17 €26,000 foal, 25,000 gns yearling, €62,000 2-y-o, Soldier’s Call ﬁlly Half-sister to several winners, including 1 1/4m winner Sir Zelmer and 2-y-o 9.5f winner Sol Cayo. Faces a tough draw on debut. TFRHHIII BHA-

11 SHE WENT WHOOSH (IRE)

(12) 25

Br B f Proﬁtable (IRE) - Lady Tipperary (FR)

O Middleham Park Racing XLV

8-13

(6)

Alec Voikhansky (3) J

Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

B Framont Ltd Tattersalls S

TIMEFORM VIEW Promise when runner-up in a Ripon maiden (5f) on his first outing, but wasn’t able to repeat that effort 12 days later when fifth of 6 in minor event at Pontefract (6f good) at the beginning of this month. Has something to find. TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: LOADED GUN (IRE) 2 9 7 David Probert 4-1 (Andrew Balding) 8 ran

Stewards Note: FUJI MOUNTAIN: Following its run on 19/6/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed throughout.

Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 Zabeel Road (IRE), 4-1 Up The Clarets (IRE), 9-2 Fuji Mountain (IRE), 7-1 Flicka’s Girl (GB), 9-1 She Went Whoosh (IRE), 14-1 Herecomesthebear (IRE), 28-1 Ay Gee Ell (IRE), Fallen Soldier (IRE), 33-1 Jagetme (IRE), 40-1 Captain Pickles (IRE)

ZABEEL ROAD has made an encouraging start to his career, fourth home in his group in the Windsor Castle at Royal Ascot on his latest outing, and he is taken to double his tally back into a novice contest. Fuji Mountain ﬁnished 2 places behind the selection last time and could be the main danger ahead of Up The Clarets.

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THE SPORTVISION HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £15650

Owners Prize Money 1st £6462, 2nd £3232, 3rd £1615, 4th £808, 5th £404

(Penalty Value £8191.20)

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

colours no horse age st-lb Draw

1 BILLY MILL (GB) (23) 113343 D

6 10-1 (10)

Br B g Adaay (IRE) - Phantom Spirit (Invincible Spirit (IRE)) Robert Havlin J

O Canisbay Bloodstock Rod Millman, Cullompton T

B Mr & Mrs J. R. Worboys Millman Racing Club Rod Millman Racing Ltd, Fleetwood Developments Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Has held his form well since striking at Newcastle in March, posting another solid effort in defeat when third over 1m at Chelmsford last time. However, while he picked up a race atWindsor earlier in his career, he was well held both starts on turf last year and slow ground would be a negative TFRHHHII BHA79

2 ABLE KANE (GB) (16) 0-04044 D BF

7 9-13 (17)

Br B g Due Diligence (USA) - Sugar Beet (Beat Hollow) Oliver Searle (5) J

O Mr T. H. Chadney Rod Millman, Cullompton T

B Tom Chadney & Peter Green Millman Racing Club Rod Millman Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Down to a handy mark and has shaped as though he’s on the way back the last twice, latterly ﬁnishing fourth of 10 at Newmarket (7f good to ﬁrm) after setting a strong pace. Appears to be fairly versatile ground-wise and a bold show could be on the way. TFRHHHHH BHA77

3 ARCTICIAN (IRE) (17) 364015 D 6 9-13 (5)

Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Atlantic Drift (Oasis Dream) Hollie Doyle J

O Mr Richard A. Murray Simon Dow, Epsom T

B Newsells Park Stud Simon Dow S

TIMEFORM VIEW Raised his game when getting the better of dual subsequent winner Stockpyle at Kempton (7f) on penultimate start. Wasn’t disgraced back at 1m there next time but this appears to be his optimum trip and he’s not without an each-way chance. TFRHHIII BHA77

4 OPTIVA STAR (IRE) (26) 120-303 D

4 9-10 (6)

Br B g U S Navy Flag (USA) - Leaf (IRE) (Montjeu (IRE)) Thomas Greatrex J

O Optiva Securities Ltd Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

B Lynch Bages Ltd & Longﬁeld Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWWon 3 on the bounce at Brighton (all on good ground at up to 7f) last year and positive start to this season when third at Windsor in April. Another solid placed effort in 1m Chepstow handicap last time but probably weighed up to his best at present. TFRHHIII BHA74

5 BURDETT (IRE) (27) 12-6310 D BF

3 9-10 (16)

Br B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Abiquiu (IRE) (Roderic O’Connor (IRE))Charles Bishop J

O SYPS (UK) Ltd & Partner

B Highfort Stud

Jack Channon, West Ilsley T

TIMEFORMVIEWFfosLasmaidenwinnerat2yrsandaddedtohistallywhentakinga19-runnerYorkhandicap(7f good)inMay,evidentlywellsuitedbyastrong gallop Couldn’t reproduce that form when down the ﬁeld at Thirsk next time but eased slightly in grade here and he’s not discounted. TFRHHHII BHA82

6 DEMBE (GB) (17) 462020 D

6 9-10 (7)

Br B g Garswood - Disco Ball (Fantastic Light (USA)) Paddy Bradley J

O The Unlucky Rovers Simon Pearce, Newmarket T

B Broughton Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up twice on the AW for new connections this year and remains on a workable mark. Conversely he has raced just one on turf (at Leicester back in May 2022) and he was well beaten on that occasion. TFRHHIII BHA74

7 LORD RAPSCALLION (IRE) (16) 000-060 D 8 9-10 (1)

Br Gr g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Simply Topping (IRE) (Exceed And Excel (AUS)) Jack Doughty (5) J

O TJE Racing Stuart Williams, Newmarket T

B D. G. Iceton Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWIt’sbeenastrugglesinceherecordedhislatestsuccessatNewmarketlastspringbut,ontheupside,hismarkisonasouthward trajectory as a consequence. Not discounted with the visor reﬁtted and a talented apprentice in the saddle. TFRHHHII BHA74

8 TADREEB (IRE) (40) 4/4-5006 D 6 9-9 (14)

Br B g Oasis Dream - Wake Up Call (Noverre (USA)) William Carson J

O Canisbay Bloodstock Michael Attwater, Epsom T

B Laundry Cottage Stud Farm Fleetwood Developments Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWMissed the majority of 2023 and below par so far this year, for all that his latest effort atWindsor (1m, good to ﬁrm) was at least a small step back in the right direction. Others are more appealing for win purposes. TFRHHIII BHA73

9 BIGGER THAN GIGA (IRE) (45) 1100-30 D 3 9-8 (3)

Br B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Royal Order (USA) (Medaglia d’Oro (USA)) Benoit de la Sayette J

O Moores Racing & Brownsbarn Thoroughbreds Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket T

B Jerry Horan & Fearghal Hogan Kpf Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual AW winner at 2 yrs and though well beaten sole turf start in 2023, she proved that she goes on grass when a good third at Yarmouth (7f good) on return in April. However, her subsequent display at Kempton represented a step in the wrong direction. TFRHHIII BHA80

10 PEDRO VALENTINO (IRE) (35) 51-351 D 3 9-7 (11)

Br Gr g Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Ventura Mist (Pastoral Pursuits) David Probert J

O Oak Lodge Racing Clive Cox, Hungerford T

B Roundhill Stud & J. S. Investments Clive Cox Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Made second start a winning one when landing Wolverhampton maiden (6f) in November and improved in ﬁrst-time cheekpieces when doubling his career tally in an 11-runner handicap at Haydock (7f, good to ﬁrm) last month. Leading player form 4lb higher mark. TFRHHHHI BHA79

11 SIR OLIVER (IRE) (23) 000335 D 7 9-7 (13)

Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Folga (Atraf)

O Flying High Syndicate (Sir Oliver)

Aidan Keeley (3) J

Chris Dwyer, Newmarket T

B Yeomanstown Stud & Doc Bloodstock Strawberry Fields Stud S

TIMEFORMVIEWLatest success was gained off a 10lb higher mark on the AW in November Mixed bag since but he did perform with credit when third back on turf at Lingﬁeld (6f, good) on penultimate start and a reproduction of that form would give him an each-way chance. TFRHHIII BHA71

12 CRIMSON SPIRIT (GB) (304) 6410- D 3 9-7 (8)

Br B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Fanrouge (IRE) (Red Clubs (IRE)) Rob Hornby J

O Innovate Racing I

Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn T

B Mrs Tina Cox Tattersalls S

TIMEFORMVIEWMade it third time lucky in a 7-runner Epsom maiden (7f good) last August but AW/nursery debut display at Southwell the following month was rather underwhelming. Probably best watched here on the back of a 10-month absence. TFRHHIII BHA79

13 STARSHIBA (GB) (14) 003405 D 7 9-7 (4)

Br B g Acclamation - Dashiba (Dashing Blade) Tom Marquand J

O The Cartel Syndicate Michael Appleby, Oakham T

B Littleton Stud Adtec Electrical Services Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning start for this yard off an 11lb higher mark on the AW in December 0-22 on turf but placed on several occasions and he did well all things considered when ﬁfth of 10 at Doncaster (7f good to ﬁrm) a fortnight ago Possibilities granted better luck here withTom Marquand booked. TFRHHHII BHA71

14 GREEN POWER (GB) (26) 211005 C 9 9-6 (2)

Br B g Kheleyf (USA) - Hakuraa (IRE) (Elnadim (USA))

O Mr J. Gallagher

B Crossﬁelds Bloodstock Ltd

Joshua Bryan J

John Gallagher, Moreton-In-Marsh T

TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner on the AW earlier in the year but little impact back on turf the last twice and it’s easy enough to look elsewhere. TFRHIIII BHA70

15 BEAU JARDINE (IRE) (27) 20-3140 D 6 9-5 (9)

Br B g Make Believe - Akira (IRE) (Acclamation) Kevin Stott J

O Happy Families

B Max Morris

Rachel Cook & John Bridger, Liphook T

TIMEFORM VIEW Built on encouraging reappearance when seeing off 6 rivals at Salisbury (6f, heavy) in May. However, failed to beat a rival home back up to this trip at the same course last time and he’s probably a shade too high in the weights now in any case. TFRHHIII BHA69

16 ZIGGY’S PHOENIX (IRE) (7) 401425

Br B f Kodiac - Elmaliya (IRE) (Sepoy (AUS))

3 9-5 (15)

Pat Dobbs J

O Middleham Park Racing&Simon&Les Wood Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

B Tally-Ho Stud Middleham Park Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Newmarket in May and not disgraced in 3 subsequent starts, not beaten far when ﬁfth of 9 at Beverley (8.4f good) last weekend. Not without an each-way squeak off this 1lb lower mark. TFRHHHII BHA77

17 KODI LION (IRE) (49) 3-612

3 9-4 (12)

Br B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Moulane Lady (IRE) (Lilbourne Lad (IRE)) Callum Shepherd J

O Opulence Thoroughbreds & Partner Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket T

B Dick Foley Fitzdares S

TIMEFORMVIEWShapedwellsole2-y-ostartandsteppeduponhisreappearanceeffortwhenlandingtheoddsina6fCatterickmaiden(good)inApril.Furtherprogress when second of 15 on handicap bow at Haydock (6f, good to soft) last time, faring best of those drawn low, and he remains unexposed. TFRHHHII BHA76

DECLARED RUNNERS 17 2023: FARASI LANE (IRE) 5 9 13 Hector Crouch 5-1 (Tom Ward) 9 ran Hood worn by No 3, 4. Blinkers worn by No 15 Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Visor Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 10 11, 16

Running for the ﬁrst time since Gelding No 12. Stewards Note: CRIMSON SPIRIT: Following its run on 13/9/2023 it was reported that the horse was slow away and never travelled.

STARSHIBA: Following its run on 29/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.

Probable S.P.’s: 7-1 Able Kane (GB), Pedro Valentino (IRE), Kodi Lion (IRE), 9-1 Billy Mill (GB), 10-1 Burdett (IRE), Sir Oliver (IRE), Starshiba (GB), 11-1 Crimson Spirit (GB), 12-1 Tadreeb (IRE), 14-1 Beau Jardine (IRE), 16-1 Dembe (GB), Lord Rapscallion (IRE), Bigger Than Giga (IRE), 18-1 Arctician (IRE), 20-1 Optiva Star (IRE), Ziggy’s Phoenix (IRE), 33-1 Green Power (GB) PLAY SMARTER

Several to consider in this competitive handicap ABLE KANE tops the shortlist on the back of a creditable effort at Newmarket where he was ridden too aggressively He has slipped to a very attractive mark and is marginally preferred to Pedro Valentino who improved when striking at Haydock last month. Starshiba makes each-way appeal, while the lightlyraced Kodi Lion and down-in-the-weights Lord Rapscallion are others to consider

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ABLE KANE 2.PEDRO VALENTINO (IRE) 3.STARSHIBA

THE HORSERADISH CATERING & EVENTS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £20000

RACE DESCRIPTION

Owners Prize Money 1st £8032, 2nd £4016, 3rd £2008, 4th £1004, 5th £502, 6th £250, 7th £126, 8th £62. (Penalty Value £10192) colours no horse

This is a one mile and six furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 63 to 82. 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 75 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 70

1 ROBERT JOHNSON (GB) (50) 120-325 6 10-4 (6)

Br Ch g Helmet (AUS) - Sensationally Rhys Elliott (7) J

O Mr M. V. Coglan Philip Kirby, Richmond T

B Meon Valley Stud Topspec Equine Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWMade excellent strides upon rejoining this yard last season, gaining ﬁfth win of the campaign at York (16.2f) 12 months ago. Run with credit all 3 starts in recent months and entitled to go well again for all his mark looks about right. TFRHHHII BHA84

2 CHASE THE DOLLAR (GB) (28) 0-00130 C D 6 10-3 (10)

Br B g Frankel - Cape Dollar (IRE) John Fahy J

O Lydonford Ltd David Loughnane, Tern Hill T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Dave Loughnane Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Cashed in off reduced mark from the front here (12.3f) in May and similar form when third at Kempton (12f) next time. Clearly not 100% when last of 18 in Queen Mother’s Cup at York 4 weeks ago but worth noting he’s yet to defy a mark this high. TFRHHHII BHA83

3 CAVERN CLUB

(IRE) (28) 0-00316 C

Br Ch g Ribchester (IRE) - Merseybeat

4 10-3 (8)

Edward Greatrex J

O The Good Stock Syndicate James Owen, Newmarket T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited James Owen Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWWellbackedforyardthatdoeswellwithnewrecruitswhensuccessfulhere(12.3f)inMay pickingofftheerrantrunner-upclosehome.Not in same form when sixth of 8 in handicap at Sandown (14f soft) last month though, and he’s possibly not the most straightforward. TFRHHHII BHA83

4 RICH BELIEF

(GB) (28) 440-031 C

Br B g Make Believe - Realt Eile (IRE)

7 10-1 (2)

Jason Watson J

O Mr I. J. Keeling Karl Thornton, Ireland T

B Phillistown House Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish raider who conﬁrmed promise of his previous run in May when successful in 10-runner handicap back here (15.9f) 4 weeks ago, knuckling down well when challenged. Impressed in how he travelled then and possibilities again up 5lb. TFRHHHHI BHA81

5 DREAMS ADOZEN (FR) (14) 3-00314 CD BF 4 9-13 (1)

Br B f Kingman - Ferevia (IRE) Jason Hart J

O Deva Racing (KM) Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B S.A.R.L. Al Shahania Stud France Deva Racing Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW3-time winner last season (including over C&D) who capitalised on steadily easing mark over shorter here last month. Similar form when 3 lengths fourth of 8 to Sea Grey in handicap (9/4) at this course (15.9f, good) 14 days ago and she’s a live each-way player again. TFRHHHII BHA79

6 SEA GREY (GB) (14) 3630-41 C 5 9-10 (5)

Br Gr g Ulysses (IRE) - Sensory (IRE) Franny Norton J

O Mark Kelly Racing Syndicate Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWHurdles winner at Catterick back in December and added to his tally in this sphere when landing 8-runner handicap at this course (15.9f, good) 14 days ago, edging ahead last 1/2f and keeping on. Unexposed at this sort of trip and considered again. TFRHHHII BHA76

7 C’MON KENNY (GB) (236) 504010- 8 9-8 (7)

Br Gr g Dutch Art - Bite of The Cherry Harry Burns (3) J

O Ne-Chance Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Miss K. Rausing Lenat International UK Ltd. S

TIMEFORMVIEWBumperscorerwhohastastedsuccess3timesontheFlat,showinggoodspeedtopouncelateonatKempton(2m)inOctober Not seen to best effect back at that venue a month later and betting may prove a useful

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

EXPRESSIONLESS (GB) (21) 060412 D

4 9-7 (3)

Br B g Intello (GER) - Putois Peace Kyle Strydom J

O Chris Housego & Dylan Cunha

B Bloomsbury Stud

Dylan Cunha, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Dial heavy ground winner last spring who has bounced back to his best upped markedly in trip of late, successful at Nottingham (14f) prior to a good second over same trip at Newmarket 21 days ago. Respected from same mark. TFRHHHII BHA73

9 GIBSIDE (GB) (17) 56-0135 D

Br B g Time Test - Ardbrae Tara (IRE)

O Elsa Crankshaw Gordon Allan & Partner

5 9-6 (11)

Connor Murtagh J

Tim Easterby Malton T

B Mickley Stud & Dermot Costelloe Houghton Bunkhouse S

TIMEFORMVIEWComes here in good form, resuming winning ways at Catterick (13.9f) and has remained in good form since, not seen to best effect when ﬁfth in Cumberland Plate (11f) at Carlisle 17 days ago. Worth bearing in mind from same mark. TFRHHHHH BHA72

10 GIFTED ANGEL (IRE) (49) 3423-30

Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Sommorell (IRE)

O Mr D. R. Passant

4 9-3 (9)

Sean Dylan Bowen (3) J

Tom Dascombe, Lambourn T

B Mr R. Patterson Greenhous Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWTasted success 3 times over hurdles during 2023 either side of an encouraging third in a C&D handicap last September Best not judged on his run over 2m here when last seen in May and this rates a more suitable assignment from his easing mark. TFRHHHII BHA69

SWORDSTICK

(IRE) (16) 12033

Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Miss Margarita

3 8-7 (4)

Luke Morris J

O More Turf Racing Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

B Grange & Manister House Studs Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Debut winner (at 1m) who ran well when third here (10.3f) in May and matched that when ﬁlling same spot in 5-runner handicap at Newcastle (12.5f) 16 days ago. Could have a little more to offer now stamina is tested further particularly if settling better TFRHHHII BHA73

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: EMIYN (FR) 6 9 13 Zak Wheatley 9-2 (Declan Carroll) 10 ran

Visor worn by No. 5. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 6, 7, 8, 10

Probable S.P.’s: 5-1 Rich Belief (GB), 13-2 Dreams Adozen (FR), 7-1 Sea Grey (GB), 8-1 Robert Johnson (GB), Expressionless (GB), 9-1 Cavern Club (IRE), 11-1 Swordstick (IRE), 14-1 C’Mon Kenny (GB), Gibside (GB), 18-1 Chase The Dollar (GB), Gifted Angel (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Competitive fare with the narrow vote in favour of GIBSIDE. A winner at Catterick 3 starts back, he’s shaped well in defeat on each of his 2 starts since and could well provide a spot of value stepping back up in trip. Rich Belief a deserving winner over further here last month, is another high on the shortlist. Gifted Angel, Sea Grey and Dreams Adozen complete the shortlist.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

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THE RAYMOND & KATHLEEN CORBETT MEMORIAL CITY PLATE STAKES (CLASS 1)

(Listed Race)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £60000

Owners Prize Money 1st £26400, 2nd £10884, 3rd £5442, 4th £2724, 5th £1362, 6th £678, 7th £342, 8th £168 (Penalty Value £33612)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This seven furlong 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.

colours no horse

1 BREEGE (GB) (24) 542-310 4 9-7 (3)

Br B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Wowcha (IRE) Jason Hart J

O Chasemore Farm John & Sean Quinn, Malton T

B Chasemore Farm JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, Chasemore Farm LLP S

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful filly who deservedly resumed winning ways in Group 3 Princess Elizabeth Stakes at Epsom (8.5f) in June and seemed to just find Group 2 company too hot when midfield in Duke of Cambridge at Royal Ascot since. This more suitable with blinkers now fitted. TFRHHHII BHA102

2 POGO (IRE) (14) 04-4234 D

8 9-7 (8)

Br B or Br h Zebedee - Cute William Cox J

O Gary and Linnet Woodward Charles Hills, Lambourn T

B Thomas Foy Stonegate Homes S

TIMEFORMVIEWSmart performer who ran well when third in Group 3 John Of Gaunt at Haydock (7f) on penultimate start before a creditable fourth in Criterion Stakes at Newmarket (7f) 2 weeks ago. Good claims on these terms now eased in class but his draw could have been kinder TFRHHHII BHA109

STREETS OF GOLD

(IRE) (24) 305-060 D 4 9-7 (7)

Br B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Truly Honoured

Georgia Dobie J

O J Allison & G C Stevens Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury T

B Vimal & Gillian Khosla Abm Catering Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWUnbeatenin5startsasa2-y-o.Winlesssubsequentlybutproducedaneffortakintohisbestwhensixthof21inVictoriaCupatAscot (7f) in May Seemed stretched by 1m in Royal Hunt Cup on latest outing 24 days ago and return to 7f in his favour here. TFRHHHII BHA102

4

VAFORTINO (IRE) (21) 011-266 D

6 9-7 (1)

Br B g New Bay - Arbaah (USA) Franny Norton J

O Venice Consulting S/A & Gilberto GambiniKevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket T

B China Horse Club Kpf Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart gelding who tasted success twice at listed level towards end of last year and ran a cracker when second in a Meydan Group 2 in January Returned from 6 months off with a good sixth in the Wokingham (6f) 3 weeks ago and possibilities back up in trip/returned to listed level. TFRHHHHI BHA106

5 WITCH HUNTER (FR) (14) 533043 D

5 9-7 (6)

Br B g Siyouni (FR) - Sorciere (IRE) Alec Voikhansky J

O Mr William Stobart Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

B Petra Bloodstock Agency Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWWontheBuckinghamPalaceHandicapatRoyalAscotandGroup2HungerfordatNewburylastseason.Hasn’tbeendisgracedbyanymeansingroup contests of late, not seen to best effect when third at Newmarket 2 weeks ago. Placed in this race 12 months ago and respected again. TFRHHHHH BHA109

6 EVADE (FR) (22) 1420-10 D

3 9-2 (5)

Br B c Wootton Bassett - Angel Falls Luke Morris J

O Resolute & Qatar Racing Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T

B S.A.S.U. Ecurie Des Monceaux et al Tweenhills Farm & Stud Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner in France who took his form up a notch when successful on return/stable debut in listed Surrey Stakes at Epsom (7f) in May Failed to repeat that on much ﬁrmer ground when seventh in Commonwealth Cup since but easier ground a plus returned to Listed company TFRHHHII BHA108

7 AL SHABAB STORM (GB) (14) 14-6221 CD 3 8-13 (2)

Br B g Advertise - Princess Salamah (IRE) Jason Watson J

O Ahmad Al Shaikh Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Ahmad Al Shaikh Green Team Racing Stable S

TIMEFORMVIEWWon a 6f Goodwood novice on soft last autumn and conﬁrmed positives of his runners-up efforts in May when running out a convincing winner of a 7-runner C&D handicap 2 weeks ago, making all. Steps up in class now but manner of that victory suggests he hasn’t reached his limit. TFRHHHII BHA100

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

Br Ch g Zoustar (AUS) - Richenza (FR)

O Mrs Lynn Turner & Mr Guy Brook

Edward Greatrex J

Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Sanctuary Stud Ltd St Davids Poultry Team Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won all 3 starts as a juvenile, notably a French listed event and ran well on 2 of his 3 starts so far this campaign, latterly when ﬁfth in Group 3 Jersey Stakes (7f) at the Royal Meeting 21 days ago. Another who should appreciate the forecast easier ground here. TFRHHHII BHA102

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2023: HOLGUIN 3 8 13 David Probert 11-4 (Andrew Balding) 10 ran Blinkers worn ﬁrst time by No. 1.

Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 Witch Hunter (FR), 5-1 Pogo (IRE), 11-2 Evade (FR), 13-2 Vafortino (IRE), 8-1 Breege (GB), Al Shabab Storm (GB), Zoum Zoum (GB), 11-1 Streets of Gold (IRE)

WITCH HUNTER has been acquitting himself with credit in pattern company in recent starts, not beaten at all far in the Criterion Stakes despite not having the race run to suit 2 weeks ago. A solid third in this race 12 months ago, a good pace to aim at here will aid his cause and he shades the vote. Vafortino, following his good sixth in the Wokingham, is also considered. Zoum Zoum and Pogo complete the shortlist in a tricky affair TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WITCH HUNTER (FR) 2.VAFORTINO (IRE) 3.ZOUM ZOUM

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FIFTH RACE 6.35

THE HORSE PWR HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for three yrs old

Total prize fund £15050

Owners Prize Money 1st £6044, 2nd £3022, 3rd £1511, 4th £756, 5th £378, 6th £188, 7th £95, 8th £47 (Penalty Value £7669.47)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a six furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds only 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 st-lb Draw Jockey

1 STOP THE

CAVALRY (GB) (253) 15- D 9-11 (9)

Br B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Cartiem (FR)

Edward Greatrex J

O Valmont Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Woodnook Farm Pty Ltd R M Beckett Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW200,000 gns purchase who was a ready winner on her introduction at Haydock (6f, soft) in September Still in need of experience but far from disgraced when ﬁfth in listed company on ﬁnal start in November and surprise where she not capable of better in handicaps this term. TFRHHHII BHA87

2 EYE

OF DUBAI (GB) (70) 22-120 BF

9-9 (10)

Br B g Havana Grey - Lily Carstairs Jason Hart J

O We Do Racing & Whitsbury Manor Stud John & Sean Quinn, Malton T

B Mr R. S. Hoskins JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, Wedo Business Services Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWResumed with a career-best to score at Catterick (7f, heavy) in April and only lost race in Stewards’ room on handicap debut at Newmarket (7f) later that month. Had wind op since ﬁnishing well held at latter-named venue in May and whilst he’s worth another chance his draw makes things tricky TFRHHHII BHA85

3 MIDNIGHT AFFAIR (IRE)

Br B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Pastoral Girl

(28) 2100-00

9-8 (1)

Connor Murtagh J

O Richard Fahey Racing Club and Partner Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Yeomanstown Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 5f scorer at 2yrs. Not disgraced in stronger company sent handicapping in recent months, eighth of 17 in handicap (40/1) at York (6f soft) 28 days ago. Assessor has relinquished his grip a little and drop in class rates a plus operating from plum draw TFRHHHII BHA84

4 GENERAL ASSEMBLY

(IRE) (53) 0-231

9-4 (6)

Br Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Black Rodded Luke Morris J

O Moores Racing Harry Eustace, Newmarket T

B J. Hanly

TIMEFORMVIEWQuickly reached a fairly useful level upon joining George Boughey, not needing to match previous best returned to turf when winning 5-runner Nottingham maiden (5f) in May Acquired by connections for £180,000 since and worth a look now handicapping. TFRHHHHH BHA80

5 MAXIMUM IMPACT (GB) (16) 000-463

9-3 (2)

Br Gr g Havana Grey - Natural Choice Liam Wright (5) J

O Amo Racing Limited George Scott, Newmarket T

B Natural Choice Partnership Sports Invest UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won ﬁrst 2 starts in 2023 for Alice Haynes. Largely disappointed subsequently but big step back in right direction for present yard (having been gelded) when third of 6 in handicap at Newmarket (6f, good to ﬁrm) 16 days ago. Well drawn if he can build on that. TFRHHHHI BHA79

6 OLD CHUMS (IRE) (14) 223010 CD BF

9-2 (5)

Br B g Kodiac - Magical Dreamer (IRE) Sean Dylan Bowen (3) J

O Set The Pulse Racing Tom Dascombe, Lambourn T

B Merribelle Irish Farm Limited Route Agency Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive in handicaps on AW winning twice and opened his account on turf in a C&D handicap 2 starts back. Some way below his best from plum draw back here 2 weeks ago but overall proﬁle suggests he’s a likely candidate to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA78

7 KNICKS (IRE) (42) 031-210 C D 9-0 (4)

Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Katla (IRE) Jason Watson J

O Capla Development, J Nordoff, L Westwood Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T

B John Grogan & Irish National Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWMade a sound start for new yard, building on his reappearance run at Catterick under a good ride when scoring over 5f here at the May meeting. Had excuses when down the ﬁeld in 3-y-o “Dash” at Epsom subsequently and better showing anticipated back here with visor retained. TFRHHHII BHA76

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

BALON D’OR (GB) (106) 43-4300

Br B g Kodiac - Usra (IRE)

O Ms Diamond, Owen, Roberton

B Crypto Bloodstock

9-0 (3)

Franny Norton J

Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Son of Kodiac who has gone winless in 13 starts since debut success at Musselburgh (5f, soft) last April. Operating below best on AW when last seen in the spring so he needs to hit the ground running after a break/returned to turf TFRHHHII BHA76

9 DURAN

(IRE) (21) 0-3214 D

Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Dolma (FR)

O D Caslin, P Wilcock & M Cantillon

B Tinnakill Bloodstock & Jack Cantillon

8-13 (8)

Faye McManoman J

Nigel Tinkler Malton T

Alexanders York S

TIMEFORMVIEWTook a small step forward when opening his account in 4-runner Brighton maiden (6f) last month and fared best of those held up when fourth of 8 on handicap debut at Redcar (5f) 3 weeks ago. Return to 6f likely in his favour and it remains early days with him. TFRHHHII BHA75

10 WOODLEIGH (IRE) (37) 66-3513 D

Br B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Naqrah (IRE)

O Steve & Bea Ryan Limited

8-11 (7)

Zak Wheatley (3) J

Declan Carroll, Malton T

B Tally-Ho Stud Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved to get off the mark in 8-runner handicap at Ripon (6f, soft) in May and ran respectably behind a pair of handicap debutants when third back at 7f at Haydock 37 days ago. Mark has crept back up a little more but he can’t be ruled out. TFRHHHII BHA73

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2023: DIVINE LIBRA (IRE) 3 9 8 David Probert 6-1 (Charles Hills) 10 ran

Visor worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 2.

Stewards Note:

EYE OF DUBAI: Following its run on 4/5/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly

Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 General Assembly (IRE), 11-2 Stop The Cavalry (GB), 7-1 Eye of Dubai (GB), Maximum Impact (GB), 8-1 Old Chums (IRE), 10-1 Woodleigh (IRE), 11-1 Midnight Affair (IRE), Knicks (IRE), 14-1 Balon d’Or (GB), 22-1 Duran (IRE)

GENERAL ASSEMBLY quickly reached a fairly useful level for his previous stable, opening his account in maiden company at Nottingham (5f) in May Acquired by new connections for £180,000 subsequently his opening mark looks workable with the return to 6f likely in his favour Maximum Impact, following an encouraging third at Newmarket, and course-scorer Knicks, who is best forgiven his Epsom run, head the dangers.

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THE CRAIG CHARLES DJ SET

HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £15050

Owners Prize Money 1st £6044, 2nd £3022, 3rd £1511, 4th £756, 5th £378, 6th £188, 7th £95, 8th £47 (Penalty Value £7669.47)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a ﬁve furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 59 to 78 Like most handicaps on the ﬂat this race is also open to horses that are rated below that particular band. However, all handicaps stipulate a mi nimum weight and no runner can carry less than that, irrespective of how low their rating is. This is often described as ‘running from out of the handicap and is considered a disadvantage.

no horse

1 GRACE ANGEL (GB) (37) 0-06020 D

10-1 (10)

Br B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Sparkle Jason Watson J

O Mr R. Nugent Darryll Holland, Newmarket T

B ORS Bloodstock

TIMEFORMVIEW Won handicaps at Redcar/Haydock at 5f last season and ran easily her best race since when runner-up at Windsor (5.1f) in May Track position offered some mitigation for a below-par display back at Haydock 37 days ago but widest draw to contend with here. Had wind op. TFRHHIII BHA79

2 DICKIEBURD (GB) (14) 625025 CD 4 10-0 (7)

Br B g Cracksman - Lydia’s Place Mia Nicholls (5) J

O NickBradleyRacing45 & Alfa Site Services Craig Lidster, Easingwold T

B Alfa Site Services Ltd Alfa Site Services Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWCoursewinnerwhotastedsuccesstwicelastseasonandquicklydispelledalessereffortwhenrunner-upover5fhereonhispenultimate start in June. Respectable ﬁfth from a wide draw back at 6f here 2 weeks ago and claims if lining up. Engaged 7.15 here Friday TFRHHHHI BHA78

3 LOVE WARS

(IRE) (21) 1-52 D

3 9-9 (8)

Br B f Soldier’s Call - Ariena (IRE) Jason Hart J

O MPS Racing & The Ayrshire Tradesmen 1 John & Sean Quinn, Malton T

B Mrs Diane Williams JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced ﬁlly who showed much improved form making handicap debut and may well have made it 2 wins from 3 starts with a better run through when second at Haydock (5f) 3 weeks ago, just failing. Easily one of the least exposed and she’s one to be interested in. TFRHHHHH BHA78

4 COUNT

D’ORSAY (IRE) (6) 004206 CD

8 9-7 (6)

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Deira (USA) Connor Murtagh J

O Ambrose Turnbull & John Cruces Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Corrin Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner who comes here on a losing run is mounting up but he ran best race of the season when second at Hamilton (5f) early on last month. Not at very best when sixth of 8 in handicap at Ayr (5f, good to ﬁrm) 6 days ago. Yard very much amongst the winners, though. TFRHHHII BHA71

5 ECCLESIASTICAL (GB) (35) 3210-50 CD

7 9-7 (2)

Br Ch g Pastoral Pursuits - Bazzana Franny Norton J

O Mr Paul L. Drinkwater Tristan Davidson, Carlisle T

B The Snailwell Stud Jewson Limited, Akv Group Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinner Resurgentuponjoiningthisyard,gainingafourthvictoryof2023atWolverhampton(6f)inNovember However,wentbackwardsfrom reappearance effort when ninth of 10 in handicap at Catterick (5f, good to ﬁrm) 35 days ago. Handy draw in stall 2 if he can bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA71

6 CATCH

CUNNINGHAM (IRE) (7) 500512 D 5 9-5 (1)

Br B g Kodiac - Faithful Duchess (IRE) Harry Burns (3) J

O David Frame & Mrs H Lloyd-Herrington Michael Herrington, Willoughton T

B Mr Darren Curley Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has tumbled down the weights and belatedly took advantage in 7-runner Leicester handicap (5f) in June. Backed that up when a staying on second at Nottingham latest and he should go well again in this groove operating from stall 1. TFRHHHII BHA69

7 KING OF TONGA (IRE) (28) 414245 CD 8 9-5 (9)

Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Bronze Queen (IRE) Zak Wheatley (3) J

O Mrs Sarah Bryan Declan Carroll, Malton T

B Martyn J. McEnery Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win at Catterick in May Respectable ﬁfth of 10 in handicap at this course (6.1f, heavy, 17/2) 28 days ago, no extra ﬁnal 1f Another with a tricky draw to contend with here. TFRHHHII BHA69

Br Breeding O Owner

B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

8 THE DEFIANT

(GB) (25) 535602 D

Br B g Morpheus - Killer Class

8 9-0 (3)

Sean Dylan Bowen (3) J

O Mrs Linda Chester Luke Dace, Billingshurst T

B Mr Frank Brady Brady & Gallagher (1999) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Chelmsford (5f) in March and returned to form when second of 4 in Brighton handicap (5.3f, good to ﬁrm) 25 days ago. Finds himself handily drawn in stall 3 to blaze a trail again. TFRHHHII BHA64

9 KITAAB (GB) (106) 612022 BF

5 9-0 (5)

Br B g Showcasing - Life of Pi Andrew Elliott J

O The Yorkshire Puddings

Philip Kirby Richmond T

B Dance Thoroughbreds Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWShed maiden tag at Southwell in February and ﬁnished runner-up on 3 of his 4 starts since, again hanging left before keeping on second at Chelmsford (7f) in March. Has switched yards subsequently but he’s clearly not the most straightforward. TFRHHHII BHA64

10 APACHE STAR (IRE) (44) 22-2600

Br Br g No Nay Never (USA) - Instinctively (IRE)

5 9-0 (4)

Edward Greatrex J

O Xenon Workplace & Partner Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster T

B Whisperview Trading Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Tasted success twice at Bath (at 5.7f) last summer but not operating at the same level earlier this season, eighth of 11 in handicap at Carlisle (5f, good to soft) 44 days ago. Others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA64

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2023: AULD TOON LOON (IRE) 4 9 9 David Nolan 6-1 (David O’Meara) 8 ran

Hood worn by No. 6. Blinkers worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 8.

Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 1.

Probable S.P.’s: 9-2 Love Wars (IRE), 11-2 Dickieburd (GB), 7-1 Catch Cunningham (IRE), Kitaab (GB), 8-1 The Deﬁant (GB), 10-1 Ecclesiastical (GB), King of Tonga (IRE), 11-1 Count d’Orsay (IRE), 14-1 Grace Angel (GB), 18-1 Apache Star (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

The only 3-y-o in the line-up LOVE WARS stepped up markedly on her comeback run and may well have made a winning handicap debut with a clearer run through at Haydock 21 days ago. Easily the least exposed, she’s very much of interest and gets the vote to conﬁrm the promise of that effort and come out on top. Dickieburd, if taking up this engagement, and Catch Cunningham are others to consider The Deﬁant would also be dangerous if allowed his own way on the front end.

BETTING RING MANAGER

The Betting Ring Manager is located in the Tattersalls Enclosure. He will be available in each enclosure to assist in any betting dispute.

HBLB

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £409,272 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 24th June to 15th September 2024.

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FORCE MAJEURE

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RACE CONDITIONS & TODAY’S OFFICIALS

Arabian Race 3.50 - THE WATHBA STALLIONS CUP HANDICAP STAKES 0-70

For Purebred Arabians, 3yo+, rated 0-70 (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72; see Standard Conditions). 7f122y (1 500m) A memento will be provided to the winning owner, trainer and jockey in this race.

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

First Race 4.20 - THE SOUL SUNSET RACING APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7669 to the winning horse The second to receive £3595, the third £1799, the fourth £898, the ﬁfth £450, the sixth £222, the seventh £112 and the eighth £55. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 49-68 (also open to such horses rated 69 and 70; such horses rated 48 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 49 or higher or £15 stake if the horse is rated 48 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 11th Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 10st Penalties, after July 6th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb To be ridden by Apprentice Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 52 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who prior to July 10th 2024 have not ridden more than 50 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 25 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). 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 best turned out. 18 entries at £75. - Closed July 8th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £6044; Second £3022; Third £1511; Fourth £756; Fifth £378; Sixth £188; Seventh £95; Eighth £47 (Penalty Value £7669.47) A SS

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 4.55 - THE ROODEE EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7669 to the winning horse The second to receive £3595, the third £1799, the fourth £898, the ﬁfth £450, the sixth £222, the seventh £112 and the eighth £55. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible. Enter by noon, July 8th and pay £75 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 11th. 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, a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the handler of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. 19 entries at £75. - Closed July 8th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £6044; Second £3022; Third £1511; Fourth £756; Fifth £378; Sixth £188; Seventh £95; Eighth £47 (Penalty Value £7669.47) SS SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 5.30 - THE HORSERADISH CATERING & EVENTS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10192 to the winning horse The second to receive £4778, the third £2392, the fourth £1194, the fifth £598, the sixth £296, the seventh £150 and the eighth £74. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 63-82 (also open to such horses rated 83 and 84; such horses rated 62 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 63 or higher or £20 stake if the horse is rated 62 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 11th. 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 2lb Penalties, after July 6th, 2024, 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 best turned out. NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race. 3yos rated 63, 64, 65, 66 and 67 might be out of the weights. 24 entries, 1 at £20 and 23 at £100 - Closed July 8th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £8032; Second £4016; Third £2008; Fourth £1004; Fifth £502; Sixth £250; Seventh £126; Eighth £62. (Penalty Value £10192) SS SEE PAGE 46 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 6.05 - THE RAYMOND & KATHLEEN CORBETT MEMORIAL CITY PLATE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £33612 to the winning horse The second to receive £12798, the third £6408, the fourth £3198 the fifth £1602, the sixth £804 the seventh £402 and the eighth £198 for three yrs old and upwards, which have not won a Group 1 or Group 2 Pattern race after 2023. Enter by noon, July 8th and pay £300 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 11th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 13lb; fillies 8st 8lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb CORBETT SPORTS have kindly sponsored this race and 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 in this race. 15 entries at £300 - Closed July 8th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £26400; Second £10884; Third £5442; Fourth £2724; Fifth £1362; Sixth £678; Seventh £342; Eighth £168. (Penalty Value £33612) A SS SEE PAGE 50 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 6.35 - THE HORSE PWR HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7669 to the winning horse The second to receive £3595, the third £1799, the fourth £898 the ﬁfth £450, the sixth £222, the seventh £112 and the eighth £55. 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). £75 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 11th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 6th, 2024 for each race won 6lb Chester Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey In addition, a cash prize of £50 will be presented to the stable employee responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out. 22 entries at £75. - Closed July 8th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £6044; Second £3022; Third £1511; Fourth £756; Fifth £378; Sixth £188; Seventh £95; Eighth £47 (Penalty Value £7669.47) SS

SEE PAGE 54 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 7.10 - THE CRAIG CHARLES DJ SET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7669 to the winning horse The second to receive £3595, the third £1799, the fourth £898, the ﬁfth £450, the sixth £222, the seventh £112 and the eighth £55. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 59-78 (also open to such horses rated 79 and 80; such horses rated 58 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £66 stake if the horse is rated 59 or higher or £13 stake if the horse is rated 58 or lower with £53 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 11th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 6th, 2024, 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 best turned out. 16 entries at £66. - Closed July 8th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £6044; Second £3022; Third £1511; Fourth £756; Fifth £378; Sixth £188; Seventh £95; Eighth £47 (Penalty Value £7669.47) SS

SEE PAGE 58 FOR THIS RACE.

SATURDAY 13TH JULY - SOUL SUNSET RACING

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

IAN O’DOHERTY (Chair)

JOËLLE WARREN MBE

CHARLES BARNETT CVO

LISA HANCOCK

KEVIN HART

LOUISE STEWART (Chief Executive Officer)

MARCO GARAVELLO (Chief Financial Officer)

STEWARDS

LOUISE MOORE (Chief Steward)

CAROLINE WILSON (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

ALI GALLIERS-PRATT

NATHAN GREEN

GREG PEARSON

STARTERS

LEE JONES

SEAMUS O’NEILL

JUDGE

NICK BOSTOCK

CLERK OF THE SCALES

MICHAEL ROBERTS

BETTING RING MANAGERS

NEIL PATEMAN

MIKE OXLEY

VETERINARY OFFICERS

GRAHAM POTTS

JOHN BURGESS

VETERINARY SURGEONS

KATE SUMNER

HEATHER WALLACE

STUART PEARSON

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Dr IAN ROBERTS

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Dr JOHN BERRY

NURSE

GILL WHITTAKER FARRIER

KATIE RIDGEWAY

HORSE AMBULANCE

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