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CHESTER RACECOURSE
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SATURDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER 7 - 10:30PM
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)
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• Fewer than 4 runners - all on to win
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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
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.
The form of LEONARDO DAX’s debut performance has worked out extremely well, and he played his part in strengthening it when winning at Haydock next time. The Ten Sovereigns colt looks certain to appreciate a step up in trip and he is fancied to double his tally today. Karl Burke has his string in fine form and End Of Romance, who defeated a subsequent winner on his racecourse bow recently, might be the main danger King Of Cities is another to consider
TOTEWIN: LEONARDO DAX
TOTEEACHWAY: END OF ROMANCE
Yanifer was on target over 7f here recently and he is an obvious candidate despite being raised 4lb, while Carrytheone has been holding his form well this season. Preference, however, is for the unexposed UNDER SIEGE, who got off the mark with a determined success over 1m at Chelmsford last time out, and a mark of 94 could prove reasonable on his handicap debut. Revich hasn’t been at his best this season, but he likes it around here and is on a dangerous mark.
TOTEWIN: UNDER SIEGE
TOTEEACHWAY: YANIFER
Samui has few miles on the clock and he took another step forward when finishing second in a valuable staying handicap at the Ebor Festival recently. The application of first-time cheekpieces (to go with the usual tongue-tie) could eke out more from him, although CAIUS CHORISTER looks the one to beat. David Menuisier’s mare has grown accustomed to plying her trade at a higher level and, having shown more than enough when fourth in the Lillie Langtry at Goodwood last time out, she can exploit this drop in class. Last year’s Ebor hero Absurde heads the remainder.
TOTEWIN: CAIUS CHORISTER
TOTEEACHWAY: SAMUI
CAPO VATICANO has bags of pace, but spoilt her chances with a slow start at Newmarket on her handicap debut. Andrew Balding’s unexposed filly will know more today and is taken to exploit a favourable draw if quickly away. Call Glory reverts to the minimum trip with a shout off his current handicap mark, while Balon D’or may improve for the addition of blinkers and is preferred to Wolverhampton third Fair Taxes, who has an outside draw to contend with.
TOTEWIN: CAPO VATICANO
TOTEEACHWAY: CALL GLORY
AVIATION TIME found the competition too hot at Ascot in a Group 3 sprint won by the useful Simmering. This looks more her level and Richard Hughes’ inmate can make the most of the weight conceded by Teej A, who is penalised for winning the Woodcote Stakes at Epsom in May, but can still make her presence felt. Adrestia failed to recover from a poor start in Listed company at Newbury, though she remains unexposed over 6f, while It Ain’t Two is another burdened with a penalty.
TOTEWIN: AVIATION TIME
TOTEEACHWAY: TEEJ A
Garfield Shadow prevailed in a bunch finish of a class 2 event over track and trip last month and it would be no surprise to see him go close off only 2lb higher. However, he might come out second best to WEN MOON, who performed with credit in a valuable handicap at York on his latest outing. He made the frame on each of his three previous starts and Ben Haslam’s four-year-old is now 2lb lower than his last winning mark. The in-form and versatile Paws For Thought is another to note.
TOTEWIN: WEN MOON
TOTEEACHWAY: GARFIELD SHADOW
Zimmerman got his head back in front when scoring by half a length at York last time and a 4lb rise may not prevent him from going in again. However, a chance can be taken on SPIRIT MIXER, who is a previous course winner and produced a fair display to finish a close-up fourth at Ascot two starts ago, prior to his well-held eighth at York. If the son of Frankel can run to the level of his penultimate start, then he ought to go close off a 1lb lower rating. Sea Grey completes the shortlist.
TOTEWIN: SPIRIT MIXER
TOTEEACHWAY: ZIMMERMAN
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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.
LEADING TRAINERS AT CHESTER (2019-2024) WITH RUNNERS:
A BALDING (38 wins from 186 runners, 20%) runs MARCHOGION (2.10), UNDER SIEGE (2.40), FAIRBANKS (3.15), CAPO VATICANO (3.50), SPIRIT MIXER (5.35).
R FAHEY (26 wins from 233 runners, 11%) runs REIDH (2.40), GARFIELD SHADOW (5.00), MY HARRISON GEORGE (5.35).
H PALMER (26 wins from 145 runners, 18%) runs DUE TO DANCE (2.10), RAJINSKY (3.15), BALON D’OR (3.50), IT AIN’T TWO (4.25), FLAMING RIB and ROMAN DRAGON (5.00). TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
W HAGGAS (12 wins from 45 runners, 27%) runs RANEENN (4.25).
W P MULLINS (12 wins from 42 runners, 29%) runs ABSURDE (3.15).
A BALDING (12 wins from 68 runners, 18%) runners listed above.
LEADING JOCKEYS AT CHESTER (2019-2024) WITH RIDES:
FRANNY NORTON (25 wins from 197 rides, 13%) rides WARRIOR BRAVE (2.40), WHERE’S CLARE (4.25), WEN MOON (5.00), SEA GREY (5.35).
DAVID PROBERT (19 wins from 122 rides, 16%) rides MARCHOGION (2.10), UNDER SIEGE (2.40), FAIRBANKS (3.15), CAPO VATICANO (3.50), FLICKA’S GIRL (4.25), RADIO GOO GOO (5.00).
RICHARD KINGSCOTE (18 wins from 133 rides, 14%) rides JR CLIMBS (2.10), REAL DREAM (3.15), BALON D’OR (3.50), CRESSIDA WILDES (4.25), PAWS FOR THOUGHT (5.00), WIND YOUR NECK IN (5.35).
JOCKEYS
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
JAMES DOYLE (7 wins from 35 rides, 20%) rides END OF ROMANCE (2.10), CARRYTHEONE (2.40), CAIUS CHORISTER (3.15), ADRESTIA (4.25), MISTER SKETCH (5.00).
OISIN ORR (6 wins from 47 rides, 13%) rides LEONARDO DAX (2.10), REVICH (2.40), SAMUI (3.15), AIDAN ANDABETTIN (3.50), GARFIELD SHADOW (5.00).
DAVID PROBERT (5 wins from 42 rides, 12%) rides listed above.
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colours no horse
1m 4f 23y
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 DRAWN TO DREAM (IRE) (42) 414-660 4 10-2 (1)
Br Gr f Iquitos (GER) - Drawn To Run (IRE) Dougie Costello J
O Barratt Racing Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn T
B Ammerland GmbH & Co KG
TIMEFORM VIEW 12 1/4 lengths eighth of 13 to Mistral Star in listed race (25/1) at Newmarket (12f, good to firm) 42 days ago Sights now lowered and she needs considering.
2 QUIETNESS (GB) (22) 3-11121 D
4 9-4 (5)
Br B f Bated Breath - Quiet Queen P. J. McDonald J
O Alvediston Stud & Miss Saba Bannatyne Marcus Tregoning, Whitsbury T
B Alvediston Stud Marcus Tregoning Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Four wins from 5 runs this year Career best when winning 5-runner handicap at Thirsk (12f good to firm 5/6) 22 days ago in control long way out. Further progress needed up 6lb here but she’s clearly on a roll. TFRHHHHI BHA91
3 LOYAL TOUCH (IRE) (8) 500006
4 8-13 (2)
Br B g No Nay Never (USA) - Devoted To You (IRE) Joe Fanning J
O TW Racing Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Barronstown Stud Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Respectable sixth of 13 in handicap at Hamilton (12.1f, heavy, 28/1) 8 days ago, finding test too much. Now below last winning mark but yet to conclusively prove that he stays this trip TFRHHHII BHA86
4 THUNDERING (GB) (35) 000303 D 5 8-11 (3)
Br B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Cosmea Hollie Doyle J
O Mr S. Ryan Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Kingston Stud Santry Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 11/2, creditable third of 7 in handicap at Newcastle (12.4f) 35 days ago, not ideally placed. Strike rate on turf stands at 1-17 and he’s 5lb‘wrong’ at the weights, so there are reasons to conclude that it’s best to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA79
5 WALTER HARTRIGHT (IRE) (23) 411112 CD 3 8-5 (4)
Br B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Marian Halcombe (USA) Ray Dawson J
O La Grange Partnership Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T
B M. & M. Butler My pension expert S
TIMEFORM VIEW Four wins from 8 runs this year the latest at Yarmouth in July Creditable second of 8 in handicap at Chepstow (12f good to soft, 9/2) 23 days ago 2-3 over this C&D and it’s not hard to envisage this 3-y-o making a bold bid. TFRHHHHH BHA87
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
2023: AIMERIC 4 9 11 Jack Mitchell 7-4 (Roger Varian) 7 ran Blinkers worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1.
Probable S.P.’s: 13-8 Quietness (GB), 2-1 Walter Hartright (IRE), 13-2 Loyal Touch (IRE), 7-1 Drawn To Dream (IRE), 12-1 Thundering (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
WALTER HARTRIGHT and Quietness are both enjoying productive campaigns and are taken to fight out the finish of this handicap, despite the fact that they’re both stepping up in class. The former is 2-3 over this C&D and the form of his latest Chepstow second looks solid, factors which helps tilt the scales in his favour Drawn To Dream, formerly a useful performer in Germany, is interesting back in a handicap but Loyal Touch would prefer slower ground and Thundering is 5lb out of the handicap
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WALTER HARTRIGHT (IRE) 2.QUIETNESS 3.DRAWN TO DREAM (IRE)
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Owners Prize Money 1st £31192, 2nd £12803, 3rd £6405, 4th £3199, 5th £1603, 6th £798
(Penalty Value £39697)
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
colours no horse
1 CLARENDON HOUSE (GB) (8) 410150 CD 6 9-7 (6)
Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Walaaa (IRE)
Ray Dawson J
O Middleham Park Racing VIII Robert Cowell, Newmarket T
B D. R. Tucker ROBERT COWELL RACING S
TIMEFORMVIEWUnreliable type. C&D winner Cheekpieces on for 1st time, 12 3/4 lengths last of 12 to Bradsell in Nunthorpe Stakes at York (5f, good to firm, 40/1) 8 days ago Capable of a bold show if he puts his best foot forward. TFRHHHII BHA111
2 ALBASHEER (IRE) (7) 002100 D 6 9-4 (5)
Br Ch g Shamardal (USA) - Mutebah (IRE) Hollie Doyle J
O Taylor’s Bloodstock Ltd Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T
B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Taylor Group (Yorkshire) Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWSmart gelding. 3 wins from 9 runs this year Bit below form tenth of 19 in handicap atYork (6f good to firm 25/1) 7 days ago having hopeless task from position. Looks vulnerable at this level. TFRHHIII BHA101
3 COMMANCHE FALLS (GB) (7) 002563 7 9-4 (4)
Br Br g Lethal Force (IRE) - Joyeaux Paul Mulrennan J
O Doug Graham, Ian Davison, Alan Drysdale Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Redgate BStock & Peter Bottowley BStock Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
TFRHHHII BHA107
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart gelding. Twelve wins from 41 Flat runs. 10/1 and blinkered for 1st time, creditable third of 19 in handicap at York (6f good to firm) 7 days ago Has to be taken seriously
4 DEMOCRACY DILEMMA (IRE) (10) 122634 D 4 9-4 (3)
Br B g Cotai Glory - Majestic Alexander (IRE) Tom Eaves J
O Mrs Fitri Hay Robert Cowell, Newmarket T
B Mountarmstrong Stud JMH Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart gelding. Latest win at Chester in May. 11/1, good fourth of 22 in handicap at York (5.4f, good to firm) 10 days ago, well drawn. Likely to give it a good shot. TFRHHHHI BHA105
5 EMARAATY ANA (GB) (27) 1-51005 D 8 9-4 (7)
Br B g Shamardal (USA) - Spirit of Dubai (IRE) Dougie Costello J
O Barratt Racing Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TFRHHIII BHA106
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful gelding. Latest win at Doha in February. 8/1 6 lengths fifth of 8 to Quinault in listed race at Chester (6.1f, good to soft) 27 days ago Likely to find one or two too good.
6 BLUE STORM (GB) (71) 431-412 D
Br B c Blue Point (IRE) - Riskit Fora Biskit (IRE)
3 9-2 (1)
Joanna Mason J
O David Lowe Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T
B Highview Bloodstock Ltd Gemma Tutty Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful colt. 1 win from 3 runs this year Latest win at Epsom in June. Good second of 28 in handicap (18/1) at Royal Ascot (5f good to firm) 71 days ago slowly away Bit to find with some of these but he’s clearly progressive TFRHHHII BHA99
7 STAINCLIFF (GB) (19) 21-1 D
3 8-11 (2)
Br B f Advertise - Swing Out Sister (IRE) P. J. McDonald J
O Mr C. R. Hirst Jack Channon, West Ilsley T
B Aston Mullins Stud & S. Barrow Esq Jack Channon Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced winner Won 5-runner novice (1/6) at Windsor (5.1f, good to firm) 19 days ago, soon clear This is an altogether different ball game but she looks a Group-class filly in the making. TFRHHHHH BHA95
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
2023: KERDOS (IRE) 3 9 3 Ben Curtis 3-1 (Clive Cox) 6 ran
Blinkers worn by No 2, 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5. Stewards Note:
CLARENDON HOUSE: Following its run on 23/8/2024 it was reported that the horse was slowly away
EMARAATY ANA: Following its run on 4/8/2024 it was reported that the horse would prefer a faster surface.
BLUE STORM: Following its run on 21/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 Commanche Falls (GB), 9-2 Clarendon House (GB), Democracy Dilemma (IRE), 11-2 Blue Storm (GB), 6-1 Staincliff (GB), 9-1 Emaraaty Ana (GB), 12-1 Albasheer (IRE)
A cracking renewal of this valuable contest, despite the small field. The unexposed STAINCLIFF has much more on her plate compared to when landing a 5-runner Windsor novice on her belated seasonal reappearance but she looks destined for bigger and better things. The Jack Channon-trained filly shades preference ahead of consistent trailblazer Democracy Dilemma. If Commanche Falls is on-song he will be a big threat and the progressive Blue Storm has to enter calculations, too. TIMEFORM
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Total prize fund £40000
Owners Prize Money 1st £16064, 2nd £8032, 3rd £4016, 4th £2008, 5th £1004, 6th £500 (Penalty Value £20384)
RACE DESCRIPTION
This seven 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.
1 END OF ROMANCE (IRE) (24) 1
Br Ch g Showcasing - Folk Melody (IRE)
(1)
James Doyle J
O Mr Timothy J. Rooney K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B Corduff Stud & T. J. Rooney
TIMEFORM VIEW Showcasing gelding made a winning debut in 7-runner maiden at Pontefract (6f, good) on his debut 24 days ago. Can do better but will need to under a penalty against a couple of these TFRHHHII BHA-
2 JR CLIMBS (IRE) (14) 014 9-7 (6)
Br B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Hello Brigette (IRE)
Richard Kingscote J
O Mr Alan Kelly David Evans, Abergavenny T
B Tally-Ho Stud Emma Evans Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Bath in July and not discredited when fourth of 6 in novice at Ripon (6f, good to firm) 14 days ago, slowly away Needs to step forward here however TFRHHHII BHA79
(IRE) (27) 31
9-7 (4)
Br Br c Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Instinctively (IRE) Oisin Orr J
O Valmont Patrick Owens, Newmarket T
B Whisperview Trading Ltd Patrick Owens Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ten Sovereigns colt took a big step forward to bag 12-runner maiden at Haydock (6f firm) 27 days ago. Open to further progress so he’s a player TFRHHHHI BHA-
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Br B c Due Diligence (USA) - Tap Dancing (IRE)
9-4 (3)
Daniel Tudhope J
O Bronte Collection 1 Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
B T. C. Dawson Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 26 13,000 gns foal, €55,000 yearling, Due Diligence colt. Dam, maiden (stayed 1 1/4m), sister to useful 9.4f-1 1/2m winner Curly out of unraced sister to Danehill Dancer Possibilities. TFRHHHII BHA-
(IRE) (15)
9-4 (5)
Br Ch c Dubawi (IRE) - Ajman Princess (IRE) Sean Levey J
O Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Richard Hannon, Marlborough T
B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
TIMEFORMVIEW Dubawi colt made a promising start when a strong-travelling third of 9 in maiden at Newmarket (8f, good, 7/1) 15 days ago, running on. Has more to offer, especially dropped in trip. Big shout. TFRHHHHH BHA-
(GB)
9-4 (2)
Br B c Mehmas (IRE) - Raincall David Probert J
O Opulence Thoroughbreds Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
B Rockcliffe Stud Opulence Thoroughbreds S
TIMEFORM VIEW 11/2, encouraging debut fourth of 6 in novice at Leicester (7f good to firm) 20 days ago. This son of Mehmas should build on it now TFRHHHII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2023: POLITICO (IRE) 2 9 10 Franny Norton 4-1 (Charlie Johnston) 9 ran
Probable S.P.’s: 2-1 King of Cities (IRE), 9-4 Leonardo Dax (IRE), 11-2 End of Romance (IRE), 15-2 Due To Dance (GB), 20-1 Jr Climbs (IRE), Marchogion (GB)
KING OF CITIES shaped well on his debut when a sweet-travelling Newmarket third and can build on it now dropping back in trip to get off the mark. Haydock scorer Leonardo Dax also looks to have better days ahead of him and is next on the list ahead of Pontefract victor End of Romance.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KING OF CITIES (IRE) 2.LEONARDO DAX (IRE) 3.END OF ROMANCE (IRE)
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Owners Prize Money 1st £37876, 2nd £15547, 3rd £7778, 4th £3885, 5th £1947, 6th £969.
(Penalty Value £48203.50)
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
colours no horse
1 CHOISYA (GB) (21) 621-241 D
4 9-6 (5)
Br Ch f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Fragrancy (IRE) (Singspiel (IRE)) William Buick J
O Mr Mohammed Al Nabouda Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful filly Four wins from 11 runs last year and acquitted herself with credit both starts in the spring. Returned from a break better than ever when winning listed race at Haydock 3 weeks ago and looks ready for this step up in class. TFRHHHHI BHA103
2 DOHA (GB) (30) 41-2125 D
4 9-6 (8)
Br B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Treve (FR) (Motivator) Hector Crouch J
O Al Shaqab Racing Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T
B Al Shaqab Racing Haras De Bouquetot S
TIMEFORMVIEWRegallybredfillywhoisprogressingnicely following1mRoyalAscothandicapsuccessbyfinishingsecondinalistedraceatPontefract(1magain). Ran as well as could have been expected when fifth of 9 in Nassau Stakes at Goodwood since and respected back down in class. TFRHHHHI BHA105
3 DOOM (GB) (35) 141-332
4 9-6 (2)
Br B f Dubawi (IRE) - Dank (Dansili) Tom Marquand J
O Mr James Wigan William Haggas, Newmarket T
B James Wigan
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent filly who signed off for 2023 with success in French Listed event (7f). Good placed efforts in pattern events all 3 starts this term outclassed only by a very smart prospect in Valiant Fillies’ Stakes at Ascot latest. TFRHHHII BHA102
4 IMPERIAL QUARTER (IRE) (31) 514-04
4 9-6 (9)
Br B f Dubawi (IRE) - Ambivalent (IRE) (Authorized (IRE)) Silvestre De Sousa J
O Mr Ali Saeed Roger Varian, Newmarket T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful filly who ran well when close fourth in handicap at Goodwood last month but this is a big ask. TFRHHIII BHA92
5 NAOMI LAPAGLIA (GB) (21) 053-433 D
4 9-6 (6)
Br B f Awtaad (IRE) - Hawaafez (Nayef (USA)) Rossa Ryan J
O Edward Babington & Phil Cunningham Richard Spencer, Newmarket T
B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful filly who is still improving if anything, 1 1/2 lengths third of 9 to Choisya in listed race (17/2) at Haydock (8.2f good to firm) 21 days ago, nearest finish. Should give her running again but likely to find a few too good. TFRHHHII BHA100
6 BRIGHT THUNDER (IRE) (16) 1410 D
Br B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Purplest (Iffraaj)
3 9-0 (4)
Clifford Lee J
O Sheikh Rashid Dalmook Al Maktoum K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B Ennistown Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Night of Thunder filly who looked above average when making a ready winning start at Haydock. Progress next 2 starts, resuming winning ways in listed race at Chantilly in June. Easy to excuse next run and remains with potential. TFRHHHII BHA108
7 ROLICA (IRE) (90) 3-165 3 9-0 (1)
Br B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Moteo (IRE) (Teofilo (IRE)) Callum Shepherd J
O Mr P. W. Harris Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket T
B Ballylinch Stud Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW Stepped up on debut run when making a winning return in Newmarket maiden. Excellent effort fast-tracked from maidens to Group 1 level when sixth in 1000 Guineas next time before failing to settle in Group 2 at Chantilly Not taken lightly back from a break. TFRHHHHI BHA107
8 SPIRITUAL (IRE) (16) 14-0216 CD 3 9-0 (3)
Br B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Wild Irish Rose (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))Kieran Shoemark J
O Mr George Strawbridge John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T
B Ballylinch Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Highly tried since winning on debut and finally justified such campaigning when making all
meeting. Not in
9 TAMFANA (GER) (49) 11-3434 D
3 9-0 (7)
Br B f Soldier Hollow - Tres Magnifique (FR) (Zoffany (IRE)) Oisin Murphy J
O Quantum Leap Racing VIII & Friends
B Gestut Etzean U.H. H. Rodenburg
David Menuisier, Pulborough T
Shinco Racing Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWSmart filly who was unlucky not to win the 1000 Guineas at Newmarket. Good third in Prix de Diane at Chantilly next time before respectable fourth in Grand Prix de Paris at Longchamp giving the impression another step up in trip stretched her stamina. Clear form pick back down in distance/grade. TFRHHHHH BHA112
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
2023: HEREDIA 4 9 6 Sean Levey 5-2 (Richard Hannon) 10 ran Hood worn by No 4.
Probable S.P.’s: 6-5 Tamfana (GER), 8-1 Rolica (IRE), 9-1 Doha (GB), 10-1 Doom (GB), Bright Thunder (IRE), 12-1 Choisya (GB), 14-1 Spiritual (IRE), 28-1 Naomi Lapaglia (GB), 100-1 Imperial Quarter (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
TAMFANA’s last run at this trip was an unlucky defeat in the 1000 Guineas at Newmarket so is clearly the one to beat down in class. Likeable older fillies Choisya and Doha can follow her home.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TAMFANA (GER) 2.CHOISYA 3.DOHA
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Owners Prize Money 1st £40160, 2nd £20080, 3rd £10040, 4th £5020, 5th £2510, 6th £1250, 7th £630, 8th £310 (Penalty Value £50960) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10
This is a seven furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards. 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.
colours no horse age st-lb Draw Jockey
1 CARRYTHEONE (GB) (21) 134513 D 7 9-12 (5)
Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Song of Passion (IRE) James Doyle J
O Mr Stuart Mizon Michael Bell, Newmarket T
B Pevens Racing Michael Bell Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW String of creditable efforts in big handicaps prior to getting on top close home at Chepstow (7f, good to soft) earlier this month. Shaped well turned out again quickly undera penalty when third of 10 at Ascot (1m, good to firm) 2 days later and will surely go close, provided he gets the breaks. TFRHHHHH BHA104
WARRIOR
(GB) (38) 30-0302
6 9-7 (13)
Br B g Twilight Son - Gladiatrix Franny Norton J
O Ms Eleanora Kennedy Ross O’Sullivan, Ireland T
B Mr Harry Dutfield
TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a good time of it last summer, notching third success of 2023 when seeing off Carrytheone and 5 others at Naas (7f) last July Solid second when bidding to follow up in this year’s renewal of that Naas race but much more on his plate from a high draw back in handicap company here. TFRHHIII BHA99
3 PERCY’S LAD (GB) (27) 3-21004 CD
6 9-6 (1)
Br Ch g Sir Percy - Victory Garden J
O Mr Alan Kerr
een St
B Genesis Green Stud Ltd
Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn T
TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER. TFRIIIII BHA98
4 SPANGLED MAC (IRE) (14) 101-604
5 9-5 (11)
Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Intermittent Pat Cosgrave J
O Mr Adrian McAlpine George Boughey, Newmarket T
B Intermittent Partnership George Boughey Racing Ltd, Sbk S
TIMEFORMVIEWHitthetargettwicein2023andshowedthebenefitofhisoutingsatHamiltonandAscotlastmonthwhenbeatenjustoveralengthintofourth back up to 7f in a Newbury handicap (good to firm) a fortnight ago. Not ideally drawn but place possibilities if the cards drop right. TFRHHHII BHA97
5 TWO TEMPTING (IRE) (29) 101100 D
5 9-3 (7)
Br Ch g New Bay - Dangle (IRE) Rob Hornby J
O Berkeley Racing Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn T
B Miss S. Von Schilcher
TIMEFORMVIEWCracking start to 2024, making it 4 wins from first 5 starts of the campaign when narrowly prevailing at Sandown in June. Was going well when denied a clear run at a crucial stage in a valuable Glorious Goodwood handicap (1m, firm) last time and he’s one to consider off the same mark. TFRHHHII BHA95
6 DIVINE LIBRA (IRE) (35) 013600 C
4 9-2 (14)
Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Rakiza (IRE) Cieren Fallon 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 when making it 2-4 here in May Followed that with a good third to Carrytheone at Newmarket 10 days later and by no means disgraced at Ascot last time, but he hasn’t been treated kindly by the draw TFRHHIII BHA94
7 GORAK (FR) (5) 0-42003 D 5 9-2 (10)
Br B g Goken (FR) - Ponte Bawi (IRE) Sean Levey J
O First Tuesday Syndicate Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket T
B Guy Pariente Holding Spral Fitzdares S
TIMEFORMVIEWDual7fwinnerinthefirsthalfoflastseasonandfineeffortwhensplittingCarrytheoneandDivineLibrafollowingathree-wayphotoatNewmarketduringthe spring.BacktoformwhenaclosethirdtoanunexposedGodolphinfillyatEpsom(7f good)onMondayandhe’snotwithouteach-wayhope. TFRHHIII BHA94
8
YANIFER (GB) (27) 0-30521 C D
6 9-1 (6)
Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Fondie (IRE) Oisin McSweeney (3) J
O Mr T Arnott and Mr W Bethell Harriet Bethell, Arnold T
B Daniel Hunt Beverley Racecourse S
TIMEFORM VIEW More than paid his way in 2022, winning 4 times. Limited to just 2 runs last year but has proved that his ability remains intact this season, notching second success in a 7f handicap here last time. This is tougher up 4lb but he’s well-drawn and shouldn’t be too far away TFRHHHII BHA93
(IRE) (63) 2120/0-6 D 5 8-13 (15)
Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Round of Applause Billy Garritty J
O Mr John P. McManus John & Sean Quinn, Malton T
B Mrs Noreen McManus
TIMEFORMVIEWOnagoodmarkjudgedon2022exploits,whichincludedanear-missinasimilarlyvaluablehandicapoff7lbhigherattheCurragh.Lightly-racedand below par (in this sphere and over hurdles) since, though, and stall 15 adds to what already looks like an uphill task on debut for new yard. TFRHHIII BHA91
(IRE) (29) 10-0000 CD
8 8-13 (9)
Br Br g Requinto (IRE) - Kathleen Rafferty (IRE) Oisin Orr J
O Middleham Park LXVII & Phil Cunningham Richard Spencer, Newmarket T
B Mr T. Jones Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has dipped to an attractive mark (now 4lb lower compared to when scoring at Ayr last September) and he’s a 4-time winner round here. Dangerous to fully discount, for all that he has yet to really get going this season. TFRHHHII BHA91
5 8-12 (17)
Br Ch g Dubawi (IRE) - Villarrica (USA) Ryan Kavanagh (7) J
O Neil Smith & Alfie Smith Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
B Godolphin Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWGotahat-trickupin7fhandicapsinJuneandtookhisformupanotchwhenheadedintheshadowofthepostintheShergarCupMile(Carrytheone not far behind in third) on penultimate start. However he was below par at Windsor last time and is drawn out in the car park here. TFRHHIII BHA90
(28) 5303-00 D 6 8-12 (12)
Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Adore Jason Hart J
O Mr Ross Harmon John & Sean Quinn, Malton T
B The Kathryn Stud JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW This mark is a very attractive one judged on his peak form and he showed a bit more than on his belated seasonal reappearance at Thirsk last time, for all that he again finished nearer last than first. Any rain would aid his cause. TFRHHIII BHA90
(27) 430221
4 8-11 (8)
Br B g Kingman - Shapes (IRE) Liam Keniry J
O Patsy Sheehan Michael Fenton, Ireland T
B Epona Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of a Newmarket novice at 2 yrs for the Coles and looked better than ever when belatedly opening his account for this yard in a 16-runner handicap at Galway (7f, soft) last time. 3lb rise fair and while there will be greater competition for the lead this time, he should give it a good shot. TFRHHHII BHA89
14 SPIRIT GENIE (IRE) (27) 601106 C D 4 8-11 (2)
Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Prima Luce (IRE)
O Mrs Ros Marriott
George Wood J
Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Kilcarn Stud Torvic Magnets, Pra World Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWHas shown improved form this year makingit back-to-back wins when getting up late to score over 7f here inMay Creditable sixth of 11 behind Yanifer back here last time and he’s again well-drawn but others look better treated all the same. TFRHHIII BHA89
15 UNDER SIEGE (IRE) (16) 2231 D
Br Gr c Wootton Bassett - Sandra’s Secret (IRE)
3 8-10 (3)
David Probert J
O Clipper Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
B Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWChased home the smart Economics on debut at Newbury in April and opened his account when landing the odds in a Chelmsford maiden 16 days ago. Good deal more will be needed if he’s to follow up on this handicap bow, but he’s unexposed, in good hands and stall 3 is another positive factor TFRHHHHI BHA94
16 BOARDMAN (GB) (9) 566520 CD
Br B g Kingman - Nimble Thimble (USA)
O Mr Ball, Mr Hodkinson, Mr Malley & Ptr
B Juddmonte Farms Ltd
8 8-10 (4)
David Allan J
Tim Easterby, Malton T
Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORMVIEWThismultipleC&DwinnerhasslippedtoadangerousmarkandverynearlycapitalisedatHaydockonpenultimatestart.Notinthesame form at Newcastle next time but he’s evidently more of a force on turf and is not ruled out back here from a handy draw TFRHHHII BHA88
17 REIDH (IRE) (9) 50-3115
Br B g Kodiac - Praskovia (IRE)
O Mr J. Staunton
B Sebastian Curran
4 8-6 (16)
Cam Hardie J
Richard Fahey, Malton T
TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a career-best when winning 16-runner handicap at Galway (7f good to soft) late last month, despite conceding first run. Wasn’t disgraced on the AW next time but he’s on a tough-looking mark now and stall 16 is hardly helpful. TFRHHIII BHA84
DECLARED RUNNERS 17 2023: MASTER ZOFFANY (IRE) 5 8 10 Billy Garritty 10-1 (Richard Fahey) 12 ran Hood worn by No. 13 Blinkers worn by No. 2, 12. Visor worn by No. 10 Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 14 Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 7, 14
Stewards Note: TWO TEMPTING: Following its run on 2/8/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.
Probable S.P.’s: 11-2 Carrytheone (GB), 6-1 Under Siege (IRE), 9-1 Yanifer (GB), 11-1 Physique (IRE), 12-1 Spangled Mac (IRE), Two Tempting (IRE), 14-1 Divine Libra (IRE), Boardman (GB), 18-1 Revich (IRE), 22-1 Gorak (FR), 25-1 Spirit Genie (IRE), 28-1 Yantarni (GB), 33-1 Empirestateofmind (IRE), 40-1 Warrior Brave (GB), Good Heavens (IRE), Reidh (IRE)
If James Doyle is able to circumnavigate the inevitable congestion aboard CARRYTHEONE, the Michael Bell-trained 7-y-o may well prove the answer to this valuable handicap. He has done little wrong this season and did very well under the circumstances when third at Ascot three weeks ago. Unexposed 3-y-o Under Siege could be on a good mark for this handicap debut and is next on the list, though Physique, Boardman and Two Tempting are also feared.
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Owners Prize Money 1st £18284, 2nd £9144, 3rd £4572, 4th £2286, 5th £1143, 6th £572
(Penalty Value £23193)
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
colours no horse
1 SEAN (GER) (16) 364023 D
7 9-12 (6)
Br B h Excelebration (IRE) - Sharin (GER) (Areion (GER)) Saffie Osborne J
O Barratt Racing Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn T
B Mr Gestut Rottgen
TIMEFORM VIEW As good as ever on his last 2 starts, third of 9 in 1 1/4m Windsor handicap 16 days ago, finishing with running left. Likely to be on the premises again.
2 INVOLVEMENT (GB) (20) 2-32014 D 3 8-13 (5)
Br B c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Lady Of Dubai (Dubawi (IRE)) William Buick J
O Mr Sultan Ali Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T
B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
TIMEFORMVIEWGoodeffortsintheSilverBowlatHaydockandBritanniaatRoyalAscotbeforecominggoodwhensteppedupto11/4mattheNewmarketJuly meeting. Only a respectable fourth in a French Listed race since but high on the shortlist back in a handicap under Buick. TFRHHHHH BHA102
3 SIERRA BLANCA (IRE) (21) 221/0-06 4 8-13 (2)
Br B g No Nay Never (USA) - Alexandrova (IRE) (Sadler’s Wells (USA)) Tom Marquand J
O Manton Park Martyn Meade, Manton T
B Coolmore Hadleigh Real Property Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful for Aidan O’Brien but has struggled in 3 handicaps since coming to Britain. TFRHHIII BHA95
4 BALMACARA (GB) (56) 3-1132 3 8-11 (7)
Br B g New Bay - Utopian Dream (High Chaparral (IRE)) Charles Bishop J
O Mick and Janice Mariscotti Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury T
B Meon Valley Stud Abm Catering Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Pair of Doncaster novice wins came over 7f but he had no problem with this trip when a fine second of 10 in C&D handicap on Eclipse day. First-time hood worn on that occasion is retained. Should go well. TFRHHHHI BHA100
5 FLYING FRONTIER (GB) (37) 1522-00 D 4 8-11 (3)
Br B c Farhh - Alaia (IRE) (Sinndar (IRE)) Clifford Lee 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 over 1m here in June. A subsequent Yarmouth run was disappointing but it was almost so bad that something can’t have been right. TFRHHHII BHA93
6 WONDER LEGEND (IRE) (119) 21105-6 D 4 8-10 (1)
Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Sea of Wonders (IRE) (Fastnet Rock (AUS)) Billy Loughnane J
O Mr Boniface Ho Ka Kui James Ferguson, Newmarket T
B Sunderland Holding Inc. James Ferguson Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful at 3. Shaped as if needing the run when sixth of 8 on his 1 1/4m Goodwood reappearance in May. Off again since but his stable is among the winners and he’ll be a threat to all if back to anywhere near the pick of his 3-y-o form TFRHHHII BHA92
7 DAMBUSTER (GB) (21) 14-166 C D 3 8-2 (4)
Br B g Kingman - Wall of Sound (Singspiel (IRE)) Hayley Turner J
O Chasemore Farm Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
B Chasemore Farm Chasemore Farm LLP S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden/novice winner but hasn’t managed to kick on in 2 handicaps since, showing an awkward side again when sixth at Ascot (1 1/2m) in a visor (retained) 3 weeks ago 3lb out of handicap TFRHHIII BHA88
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2023: DUAL IDENTITY (IRE) 5 8 12 Marco Ghiani 9-2 (William Knight) 14 ran Hood worn by No 4. Visor worn by No 7.
Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 Involvement (GB), 7-2 Balmacara (GB), 4-1 Sean (GER), 7-1 Wonder Legend (IRE), 8-1 Flying Frontier (GB), 14-1 Dambuster (GB), 33-1 Sierra Blanca (IRE)
INVOLVEMENT boasts some strong 3-y-o handicap form and might be the way to go Fellow 3-y-o Balmacara coped fine with the step up to 1 1/4m when chasing home Persica here last month and is second choice ahead of Jamie Osborne’s Sean.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.INVOLVEMENT 2.BALMACARA 3.SEAN (GER)
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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) colours no horse
This one mile and six 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.
1 ABSURDE (FR) (14) 20/210-4 D 6 9-8 (1)
Br B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Incroyable (USA)
Daniel Tudhope J
O H. O. S. Syndicate W. P. Mullins, Ireland T
B Wertheimer et Frere
TIMEFORMVIEWSmartdual-purposeperformer,winneroftheEborlastyearandtheCountyHurdleatCheltenham(16.8f,heavy)inMarch.Low-keyreturn at the Curragh 2 weeks ago but should come on for that (reportedly being prepared for another tilt at the Melbourne Cup). TFRHHHHI BHA109
2 ENEMY (GB) (29) 120506 D
7 9-8 (7)
Br B g Muhaarar - Prudenzia (IRE) Cieren Fallon J
O Tracey Bell & Caroline Lyons
B Ecurie Des Monceaux & Skymarc Farm Inc
Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
Helicentreuk S
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart gelding who was in good form early in the year, winning at Southwell in January Last 3 starts have been poor, however TFRHIIII BHA108
3 FAIRBANKS (GB) (7) 126120 D
4 9-8 (4)
Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Fantasia David Probert J
O Mr George Strawbridge
B George Strawbridge
Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
TIMEFORMVIEWProgressiveequippedwithheadgear registeringaclear-cutsuccessfromthefrontatNewcastlebeforeregainingthewinningthreadatNewmarket(14f good). Edgedoutonlybyanimproving3-y-oatGoodwoodnexttimebeforenotdisgracedintheEboratYork.Bittofindatthislevel,however TFRHHIII BHA101
4 RAJINSKY (IRE) (398) 0/16500- D
8 9-8 (2)
Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Pink Moon (IRE) Jason Hart J
O Jastar Capital Limited Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
B Miss Elaine Marie Smith Jastar Capital Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWVeteran who has looked as good as ever this year, winning listed race at Nottingham on return and running well when fifth in Chester Cup. However, needs to shrug off a couple of below-par efforts since. TFRHHHII BHA103
5 REAL
(IRE) (77) 3103-25 D BF
Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Laganore (IRE)
5 9-8 (8)
Richard Kingscote J
O Mr Saeed Suhail Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket T
B Newtown Anner Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Low-mileage sort who hit the target twice last season and made a good start to this campaign when second in 9-runner handicap at Newmarket (12f). However, disappointed stepped up to this level at York since so needs to bounce back after a break. TFRHHHII BHA105
6 SAMUI (GB) (10) 1212 BF
5 9-8 (5)
Br B g Siyouni (FR) - Appearance Oisin Orr J
O Mr Allan Snow Gordon Elliott, Ireland T
B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Gordon Elliott, Bective Stud S
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful hurdles winner who has thrived since switched to the Flat, showing smart form when a 17-length winner of 2m handicap at Killarney before backing that up when second of 16 in handicap at York 10 days ago. Remains unexposed in this sphere and a player with headgear applied. TFRHHHHI BHA105
7 SHANROE (GB) (300) 02/U116- CD 10 9-8 (6)
Br B g Multiplex - Pugnacious Lady Robert Colgan J
O Karl Thornton/Joan Smyth Karl Thornton, Ireland T
B Mickley Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart veteran who ran a career best when winning this race last year
However this looks a stronger renewal and not seen since running poorly at the Curragh in November TFRHHIII BHA106
CAIUS CHORISTER (FR) (28) 31-2264 D 5 9-3 (3)
Br B m Golden Horn - Corpus Chorister (FR)
O Mr Clive Washbourn
James Doyle J
David Menuisier, Pulborough T
B Clive Washbourn Shinco Racing Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWPlentyofgoodeffortsindefeatlastyearbeforebacktowinningwaysinGroup3atSaint-Cloud.Tookformtoanewlevelwhenjustfailingunderapenalty in Sagaro at Ascot/Henry II Stakes at Sandown before too keen in Ascot Gold Cup and LillieLangtry at Goodwood. Form pick down in class. TFRHHHHH BHA108
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
2023: SHANROE 9 9 7 Jason Hart 17-2 (Karl Thornton) 5 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Visor worn by No. 3.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5, 6, 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 5.
Stewards Note: FAIRBANKS: Following its run on 24/8/2024 it was reported that the horse was hampered by unseated jockey
REAL DREAM: Following its run on 15/6/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly
Probable S.P.’s: 5-2 Caius Chorister (FR), 3-1 Absurde (FR), 6-1 Real Dream (IRE), 13-2 Samui (GB), 14-1 Fairbanks (GB), 18-1 Rajinsky (IRE), Shanroe (GB), 33-1 Enemy (GB) PLAY SMARTER
CAIUS CHORISTER is proving difficult to settle of late but can get away with it dropped markedly in class here with main threat Absurde likely to need this again. Samui has quickly developed into a smart performer on the Flat and looks best of the others.
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Total prize fund £65000
Owners Prize Money 1st £28964, 2nd £11889, 3rd £5948, 4th £2971, 5th £1489, 6th £741
(Penalty Value £36861.50)
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
colours no horse
1 AN OUTLAW’S GRACE (IRE) (9) 1456
9-3 (4)
Br B c Dandy Man (IRE) - Wedding Wish (IRE) (Acclamation) J
O Middleham Park Racing XXIV
Richard Hannon, Marlborough T
B Corrin Stud Middleham Park Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEWUseful form but beaten in a couple of Group races already Had the drop back to 6f as an excuse for a lesser run at York last week but others are still preferred. Fitted with first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHIII BHA99
preferred.
2 FIELD OF GOLD (IRE) (50) 31 D
9-3 (5)
Br Gr c Kingman - Princess de Lune (IRE) (Shamardal (USA)) Kieran Shoemark J
O Juddmonte
John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T
B Roundhill Stud Juddmonte Farms Inc S
TIMEFORM VIEW €530,000 Kingman colt was an impressive winner of a 7f Newmarket July meeting maiden. Smart prospect for a top stable with a strong record in this race. TFRHHHHH BHA-
3 HOTT SHOTT (GB) (28) 31 D
9-3 (7)
Br B c Too Darn Hot - Moohareeba (Invincible Spirit (IRE)) Rossa Ryan J
O P Cook, P Merritt & T Verrier Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T
B Essafinaat UK Ltd Agetur (UK) Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Too Darn Hot colt who built on his Kempton debut in June when finishing strongly to force a dead heat in a 7f Glorious Goodwood maiden (good to firm) 4 weeks ago Capable of better TFRHHHII BHA-
4 MATAURI BAY (IRE) (20) 1 D
9-3 (2)
Br B c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Matauri Pearl (IRE) (Hurricane Run (IRE)) Hector Crouch J
O Valmont, Ballylinch & Ecurie des Charmes Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T
B Ecurie Des Charmes & Ballylinch Stud R M Beckett Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 500,000 gns yearling who overcame a sluggish start to make a winning debut at Leicester (7f) 3 weeks ago, looking very useful. TFRHHHHI BHA-
5 ROYAL PLAYWRIGHT (GB) (49) 1 D
9-3 (1)
Br B c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Arabian Queen (IRE) (Dubawi (IRE)) Oisin Murphy J
O Mr J. C. Smith Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
B Littleton Stud
TFRHHHHI BHA-
TIMEFORM VIEW From a family which has served his owner well and he looked well above average when readily making a winning start at Salisbury (7f, good) 49 days ago Definitely more to come.
6 TIGER MASK (IRE) (32) 4214 D
9-3 (8)
Br Gr c Havana Grey - House Point (Pivotal) Clifford Lee J
O Mr Ryan Kent K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B D. & E. Phelan
TIMEFORM VIEW Havana Grey colt who has improved with each outing to date, making all in 7f Ascot novice in July and 3 1/4 lengths fourth of 7 to Aomori City in Group 2 Vintage at Goodwood (7f again) since. TFRHHHII BHA102
7 VICTORY SOUND (IRE) (70) 51 D
9-3 (6)
Br B c Churchill (IRE) - Darajaat (USA) (Elusive Quality (USA)) Tom Marquand J
O Teme Valley & Aura Racing Charles Hills, Lambourn T
B RJB Bloodstock Stonegate Homes S
TIMEFORM VIEW All the sharper for his debut when shading a tight finish in 7f Haydock maiden in June. This is a big jump in class 10 weeks on but he should have more to offer TFRHHIII BHA-
8 ZOU’S YOUR DADDY (GB) (19) 2
Br B g Zoustar (AUS) - Motivee (IRE) (Motivator)
9-3 (3)
Billy Loughnane J
O J Sarkar, D Sarkar, O Sarkar & D Sarkar Simon Pearce, Newmarket T
B The Motivee Partnership Far Westfield Farm S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a promising start to his career when narrowly denied on his 7f Kempton debut 19 days ago but would still be a shock winner stepped up to Group level on the back of that. TFRHIIII BHA42
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2023: AABLAN (IRE) 2 9 3 James Doyle 7-4 (Charlie Appleby) 6 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1.
Probable S.P.’s: 6-4 Field of Gold (IRE), 7-2 Matauri Bay (IRE), 11-2 Royal Playwright (GB), 8-1 Tiger Mask (IRE), 14-1 Hott Shott (GB), 22-1 An Outlaw’s Grace (IRE), 28-1 Victory Sound (IRE), 100-1 Zou’s Your Daddy (GB)
The Gosden stable’s good record in this Group 3 contest swings the vote the way of FIELD OF GOLD over Matauri Bay, with both impressing when landing maiden/novice wins last time. Royal Playwright also looked useful when scoring on his debut and is next on the list.
for three yrs old
Total prize fund £20000
Owners Prize Money 1st £8032, 2nd £4016, 3rd £2008, 4th £1004, 5th £502, 6th £250, 7th £126, 8th £62. (Penalty Value £10192) 4 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 colours no horse
This is a five furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds only which have been rated from 61 to 80. 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 DUE FOR LUCK (IRE) (35) 0-33500 D 9-9 (4)
Br B g Due Diligence (USA) - Vanity’s Girl (IRE) Jason Hart J
O David Balfe & Partner John & Sean Quinn, Malton T
B Mrs Louise Quinn JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Unlucky not to land a hot C&D handicap on return (Knicks won from Vince L’Amour) and ran well when third in the 3YO “Dash” at Epsom thereafter Disappointing since, though, so has a bit to prove. TFRHHIII BHA80
2 FAIR TAXES (IRE) (30) 35-0103 9-8 (12)
Br B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Oriental Song (IRE)
Sean Levey J
O NMcCreevy/JMcCreevy/PMcCreevy/JMcCreevy Ross O’Sullivan, Ireland T
B Newstead Breeding
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Fairyhouse in June. 16/1, good third of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 30 days ago. Arrives in excellent form but has the widest draw to contend with. TFRHHHII BHA79
(GB) (33) 530416 D BF
9-8 (6)
Br B c Blue Point (IRE) - Nadia Glory Oisin Orr J
O Mr Aidan Cunningham Richard Spencer, Newmarket T
B Mr Graham Smith-Bernal Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Wolverhampton in July 5/4 below form sixth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 33 days ago. Probably found latest run coming too soon and he probably hasn’t reached his limit. TFRHHHII BHA79
4 VINCE L’AMOUR (IRE) (36) 206020 D
Br B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Red Romance
9-7 (10)
David Allan J
O Reality Partnerships X Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Mark Hanly & Stephanie Hanly Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TFRHHIII BHA78
TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged a pair of 5f/6f handicaps in the mud in April and another good effort at Haydock on penultimate outing. Didn’t fire at York last time and has a tricky draw to contend with.
5 BALON D’OR (GB) (10) 300263 D
Br B g Kodiac - Usra (IRE)
9-5 (7)
Richard Kingscote J
O Ms Diamond, Owen, Roberton Hugo Palmer Malpas T
B Crypto Bloodstock Coral Racing Limited S
TFRHHHHI BHA76
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran well back in a feasible grade when third at Carlisle 10 days ago. Back at 5f now and interesting if the application of blinkers draw out some improvement from this local challenger
6 CAPO VATICANO (IRE) (43) 1320 D BF
Br Ch f Calyx - Mia Divina
9-4 (2)
David Probert J
O Tony Bloom & Ian McAleavy Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
B C. Marnane
TFRHHHII BHA75
TIMEFORM VIEW Debut winner who has run at least respectably on two of her three starts since, albeit only seventh at Newmarket on handicap debut last time. Needs to improve but low draw is helpful.
7 KNICKS (IRE) (2) 1-21000 CD
9-4 (5)
Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Katla (IRE) Billy Garritty J
O Capla Development, J Nordoff, L Westwood Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B John Grogan & Irish National Stud
TFRHHIII BHA75
TIMEFORM VIEW Finished runner-up on return/yard debut at Catterick (6f heavy) in April and went one place better over C&D a month later Seems to have lost his form since, though.
8
MAKE IT EASY (IRE) (14) 453303 D
Br B f Mehmas (IRE) - Paved Paradise (IRE)
O SYPS (UK) Ltd
9-3 (9)
Alex Jary (5) J
Nigel Tinkler, Malton T
B Boherguy Stud Alexanders York S
TIMEFORMVIEWHas slipped to an appealing mark and wasted no time returning to form when third at Bath a fortnight ago. Worthy of interest. TFRHHHHI BHA74
9 MISS ANYA (IRE) (8) 102023 D
9-2 (8)
Br B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Hymn of Love (IRE) J
O Sir David Seale
B M. Fahy
Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T
TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER. TFRIIIII BHA73
10 CALL GLORY (IRE) (18) 405404 D
Br B g Soldier’s Call - La Perla (SPA)
O Mr Ian James Christelow
B Wallhouse Slu
9-1 (1)
Alistair Rawlinson J
Michael Appleby, Oakham T
TIMEFORMVIEW16/1, creditable fourth of 8 in handicap at Nottingham (6.1f, good) 18 days ago. Has dropped in the weights and drop back to this trip is unlikely to be an issue, so worthy of strong consideration from stall 1. TFRHHHHH BHA72
11 MACANUDO (IRE) (9) 224220 D
Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - World of Good
O S Beetham and DPL Fab Ltd
8-13 (11)
Ryan Kavanagh (7) J
Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
B Conor Murphy Dpl Fabrications Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to get his head in front for present yard and, while he wasn’t disgraced at Newcastle last time, stall 11 makes life difficult. Tried in blinkers. TFRHHIII BHA70
Br B g Showcasing - Eminently
O New Vision Bloodstock and Miss J R Macey
8-11
George Wood J
Jessica Macey, Doncaster T
B Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook Felston Consulting Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, first run since leaving John & Thady Gosden when sixth of 9 in handicap at Nottingham (6.1f, good) 43 days ago. Others are more appealing. TFRHHIII BHA68
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2023: SEANTRABH (IRE) 3 9 0 Zak Wheatley 15-2 (Declan Carroll) 11 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 3, 9, 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10 Running for the first time since Gelding No. 12. Stewards Note: AIDAN ANDABETTIN: Following its run on 29/7/2024 it was reported that the horse never travelled.
Probable S.P.’s: 5-1 Fair Taxes (IRE), 11-2 Make It Easy (IRE), 6-1 Call Glory (IRE), 15-2 Balon d’Or (GB), 8-1 Aidan Andabettin (GB), 9-1 Capo Vaticano (IRE), 12-1 Due For Luck (IRE), 14-1 Macanudo (IRE), 25-1 Vince L’Amour (IRE), 40-1 Knicks (IRE), 66-1 Bibendum (GB)
CALL GLORY arrives on the back of a solid showing and shouldn’t be inconvenienced by the drop to 5f, so he’s worth a chance to make all from the plum draw Balon d’Or is a danger along with Make It Easy TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CALL GLORY (IRE) 2.BALON D’OR 3.MAKE IT EASY (IRE)
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for two yrs old fillies
Total prize fund £25000
Owners Prize Money 1st £10040, 2nd £5020, 3rd £2510, 4th £1255, 5th £628, 6th £313, 7th £158, 8th £78 (Penalty Value £12740)
This race is a six furlongs conditions stakes for two-year-old fillies only The runners in this type of race are subject to specific conditions that often revolve around age or sex, or confine the race to horses that have yet to win above a particular level.
1 IT AIN’T TWO (GB) (10) 142026 D 9-8 (3)
Br B f Calyx - Usra (IRE) Jason Hart J
O Ms Diamond & Owen Promotions Ltd Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
B Crypto Bloodstock Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful filly Creditable sixth of 17 in nursery at York (6f) 10 days ago, faring best of those held up. Has had a few goes but should be a factor at this level. TFRHHHII BHA93
2 TEEJ A (IRE) (50) 21100 CD 9-8 (8)
Br B f Mehmas (IRE) - Mild Illusion (IRE) Pierre-Louis Jamin J
O Nick Bradley Racing 5 & E Burke K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B Tally-Ho Stud Indication Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW Progressive as she won a C&D maiden and the Woodcote at Epsom but that wasn’t a vintage renewal and she suddenly has a lot to prove following a brace of tame displays. TFRHHIII BHA83
(GB) (15) 30110 BF
9-2 (2)
Br B f Havana Grey - In Trutina James Doyle J
O KHK Racing Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T
B The In Trutina Partnership Gainsborough Thoroughbreds Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Found the Queen Mary too much on her second start but subsequent wins in a Yarmouth maiden and Sandown nursery (readily by 1 1/2 lengths) confirm that she’s pretty useful. Got it wrong out of the boxes at Newbury last time but a huge player if bouncing back from a handy stall. TFRHHHHI BHA91
TIME (IRE) (35) 13340 D
9-2 (5)
Br B f Sands of Mali (FR) - Lady Correspondent (USA) Daniel Tudhope J
O Bronte Collection 1 Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T
B Ballyhane Agetur (UK) Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWFlashedhertailbutdideverythingelserightwhenwinning11-runnernoviceeventatKempton(6f)ondebut.Easilybesteffortsincewhenexcellent third of 27 in Windsor Castle at Royal Ascot and while she had an excuse at Deauville, she was disappointing in Group 3 company latest. TFRHHHII BHA94
5 CRESSIDA WILDES (GB) (15) 435
9-2 (1)
Br B f Showcasing - Dancing Warrior Richard Kingscote J
O Mr Paul Wildes Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket T
B Whitsbury Manor Stud Wildes Hotel Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive form in 3 runs, 2 lengths fifth of 13 to Englemere in listed race at Newbury (5.2f, good to firm) 15 days ago, unsuited by drop in trip. Return to 6f therefore in her favour and she’s well drawn. TFRHHHII BHA87
6 DASH OF AZURE (GB) (28) 2
9-2 (7)
Br B f Blue Point (IRE) - Miss Dashwood J
O Tony Bloom & Ian McAleavy Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T
B Meon Valley Stud R M Beckett Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER. TFRIIIII BHA-
7 FLICKA’S GIRL (GB) (49) 14200
9-2 (4)
Br Ch f Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Queenoftheclyde (IRE) David Probert J
O Twenty Four Seven Recruitment David Evans, Abergavenny T
B Whitsbury Manor Stud Twenty Four Seven Recruitment Services Ltd, Emma Evans Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Wolverhampton in April but limitations firmly established since. Lots on her plate having moved yards. TFRHIIII BHA75
8 RANEENN (IRE) (24) 1 D
Br B f Kodiac - Princess Rose
O Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum
B John Martin McLoughney
TIMEFORMVIEW260,000gnsyearling,Kodiacfilly
9-2 (6)
Cieren Fallon J
William Haggas, Newmarket T
Closelyrelatedtowinnerupto1mKingofScotiaandhalf-sisterto3winners,including2-y-o7fwinnerAndromacaand winner up to 1 1/2m Over The Guns. Ignored in the betting but made winning debutat Yarmouth (6f) under hand riding. Lots more to come. TFRHHHHH BHA-
9 WHERE’S CLARE (IRE) (11) 210351 D
Br B f Mehmas (IRE) - Jessely (FR)
O Paul & Clare Rooney
9-2 (9)
Franny Norton J
Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Wansdyke Farm & Joseph Burke Bloodstock Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved for 6f when landing 6f nursery at Nottingham 11 days ago, unchallenged. That isn’t a strong piece of form and stall 9 may pose a problem. TFRHHHII BHA84
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: GREAT GENERATION (IRE) 2 9 2 Stefano Cherchi 10-3 (Marco Botti) 5 ran
Stewards Note: ADRESTIA: Following its run on 16/8/2024 it was reported that the horse jumped akwardly
Probable S.P.’s: 3-1 Adrestia (GB), 4-1 Raneenn (IRE), 5-1 Aviation Time (IRE), 6-1 It Ain’t Two (GB), 7-1 Where’s Clare (IRE), 10-1 Cressida Wildes (GB), 25-1 Teej A (IRE), 100-1 Flicka’s Girl (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
Despite being sent off at long odds, RANEENN created a very favourable impression when making a winning debut at Yarmouth 3 weeks ago and while the bare form needs improving on to beat a few of these, that looks firmly on the cards. Assuming Adrestia breaks cleanly this time, she’s a huge threat.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
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for three yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £25000
Owners Prize Money 1st £10040, 2nd £5020, 3rd £2510, 4th £1255, 5th £628, 6th £313, 7th £158, 8th £78 (Penalty Value £12740) colours no horse
This is a six furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 76 to 95
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
1 FLAMING RIB (IRE) (27) 00-0000 CD 5 10-2 (7)
Br B g Ribchester (IRE) - Suddenly (GER) Jason Hart J
O Dale Dolan Dooley Owen Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
B Kildaragh Stud Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart performer at his best who kick started 2023 with victory in 6f Doha conditions event. Below par since though, trailing in last in the Wokingham at Royal Ascot and also failed to beat a rival in a C&D listed event this month, albeit he had excuses (bad draw and hampered). TFRHHHII BHA97
THE BELL CONDUCTOR (IRE) (70) 101450 7 10-0 (6)
Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Saffian William Pyle (5) J
O Alfa Site Services Ltd
Craig Lidster, Easingwold T
B Mr Denis B. McCarthy Alfa Site Services Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW A two-time 5f winner at Southwell and Pontefract this year who wasn’t disgraced when fifth of 14 in the Dash at Epsom. Weakened only late on in the Wokingham and this sharper test will suit, but 5f may still be his best trip. TFRHHHII BHA95
(IRE) (176) 03-4410 6 9-13 (3)
Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Seafront Cieren Fallon J
O Mr Gary Allsopp Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
B Yeomanstown Stud Allsopp & Allsopp S
TIMEFORM VIEW Just about a career best when winning at Meydan in February Respectable seventh of 15 in handicap at same venue (8f) on final start for D. Watson and he may just need this outing dropping back to a sprint trip. TFRHHHII BHA94
(GB) (28) 12-6030 D
Br B g Territories (IRE) - Drawing
3 9-12 (2)
James Doyle J
O Wathnan Racing Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury T
B Norman Court Stud Damsa Holding Company W.L.L S
TIMEFORMVIEWA useful 6f juvenile winner who had cheekpieces fitted for the first time when a good third of 6 to Raqiya in Listed race at Salisbury (6f, good). Beaten by more than the draw at Goodwood and while he’s fared better in that department here, his mark looks stiff TFRHHHII BHA96
5 ROMAN DRAGON (GB) (28) 124000 CD 5 9-8 (11)
Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Trixie Malone Daniel Tudhope J
O Nick Hughes & Owen Promotions Ltd Hugo Palmer Malpas T
B Owen Promotions Ltd Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Commenced 2024 with 6f win in Bahrain and ran another solid race when fourth of 11 in handicap over 5f here in May Found the premier 6f summer handicaps too much the last twice. Cheekpieces quickly shelved. TFRHHHII BHA89
6 WAY TO DUBAI (IRE) (6) 502600 5 9-7 (1)
Br B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Leading Queen (IRE) Rob Hornby J
O Mr Paul Wildes Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Wildes Hotel Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Unlucky not to win with cheekpieces fitted when second over 7f here in May Has struggled to replicate that since, looking a hard ride at Goodwood and visor now the headgear of choice. Stall 1 a help, at least. TFRHHHII BHA88
7 GARFIELD SHADOW (IRE) (35) 11-1401 CD 3 9-7 (8)
Br B c James Garfield (IRE) - Lara’s Theme (IRE) Oisin Orr J
O Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum Richard Fahey, Malton T
B Peter Jones
TIMEFORM VIEW Won his first three starts, including C&D handicap on reappearance in May Solid fourth to Woodhay Wonder at Newmarket next time and looked a really uncomplicated ride when going in again back here last month, responding well. Up 2lb in a better race but he’s of interest.TFRHHHHI BHA91
(IRE) (14) 2-24200 D
6 9-7 (5)
Br B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Aspasias Tizzy (USA) Alistair Rawlinson J
O Mr R. Moore
B Mr J. C. Carr
Robert Cowell, Newmarket T
World Cargo Solutions Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Each of his 3 career victories gained on AW but just as good on turf running a cracker from the front when second of 13 in handicap at Ascot (5f good) last month. Couple of lesser efforts since need casting aside. TFRHHIII BHA88
GOO GOO (GB) (14) 014620 CD 4 9-7 (9)
Br B or Gr f Havana Grey - Radio Gaga
O Brian Mould, Richard Kent & Partner
B Allseasons Bloodstock
David Probert J
David Evans, Abergavenny T
Emma Evans Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Tough filly who added to haul at Chester in June. Creditable 1 3/4 lengths second of 8 to Manila Scouse in handicap at Chepstow (5.1f) and shaped much better than the result in the Great St Wilfrid a fortnight ago, doing too much too soon. Major player TFRHHHHH BHA88
10 PAWS FOR THOUGHT (IRE) (27) 000612 CD 6 9-4 (10)
Br B g Requinto (IRE) - Kitty Softpaws (IRE)
O Mrs Carol Shaw
B Ballyphilip Stud
Richard Kingscote J
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
TIMEFORM VIEW Rattled off a quick-fire hat-trick last summer and took advantage of a good draw when adding to tally at this venue over 5f last month. No extra only late on over 7f here last time so he’s clearly in good order TFRHHHHI BHA85
11
4 9-1 (4)
Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Luminous Gold Franny Norton J
O Daniel Shapiro & David Clifford Ben Haslam, Middleham T
B Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Upped in grade and shaped quite nicely when mid-field at York (5.4f, good to firm) 10 days ago. Return to 6f no problem but does seem at very best with cut in the ground. TFRHHHII BHA82
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: CALL ME GINGER 7 9 3 Paul Mulrennan 11-2 (Jim Goldie) 11 ran
Visor worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 8, 10 Running for the first time since Gelding No. 3. Stewards Note: RADIO GOO GOO: Following its run on 17/8/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.
Probable S.P.’s: 5-1 Garfield Shadow (IRE), 11-2 Paws For Thought (IRE), 15-2 Radio Goo Goo (GB), Wen Moon (IRE), 12-1 Flaming Rib (IRE), 14-1 The Bell Conductor (IRE), McManaman (IRE), Way To Dubai (IRE), Emperor Spirit (IRE), 16-1 Roman Dragon (GB), 18-1 Mister Sketch (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
Stall 9 could have been better for RADIO GOO GOO but she was an eyecatcher in the Great St Wilfrid a fortnight ago and this 3-time C&D winner will hopefully secure a prominent slot. Garfield Shadow and Paws For Thought are a couple of threats.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.RADIO GOO GOO 2.GARFIELD SHADOW (IRE) 3.PAWS FOR THOUGHT (IRE)
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for three yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £20000
Owners Prize Money 1st £8032, 2nd £4016, 3rd £2008, 4th £1004, 5th £502, 6th £250, 7th £126, 8th £62. (Penalty Value £10192)
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a two mile handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 66 to 85 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 DIAMOND BAY (GB) (30) 002000 D
Br Ch g New Bay - Amarillo Starlight (IRE)
Sean Levey J
O Ebury Racing 5 Tom Ward, Upper Lambourn T
B Biddestone Stud Ltd Smulders S
TIMEFORM VIEW Good second on AW in March but has finished down the field on all 3 outings since. Cut some slack by the handicapper as a result but others still preferred. TFRHHIII BHA85
2 SPIRIT MIXER (GB) (10) 300540 C
Br Ch g Frankel - Arabian Queen (IRE)
(4)
Rob Hornby J
O Mr J. C. Smith Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
B Littleton Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWClearly not the force of old, now 13 runs since his last win in 2022. Ran respectably when eighth of 16 in at York (16.2f, good to firm) 10 days ago and ought to be in the shake-up with his sights lowered somewhat. TFRHHHHI BHA84
IN (IRE) (27) 031-020 5 10-1 (1)
Br Ch g Decorated Knight - Samite (USA)
O Paul & Clare Rooney
Richard Kingscote J
David Evans, Abergavenny T
B Oghill House Stud Emma Evans Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWBest effort this year when neck second at Chester in June but is best in the mud and seemed unsuited by conditions after 8 weeks off when well held at Haydock (16.2f good to firm) earlier in the month. Could well be up against again if the current weather forecast rings true. TFRHHIII BHA84
Br B g Frankel - Cape Dollar (IRE)
O Lydonford Ltd
(GB) (16) 001300 C D 6 9-12 (7)
John Fahy J
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 next time. Clearly not 100% when last of 18 in Queen Mother’s Cup at York in June but ran a shocker after 9 weeks off at Windsor recently Heads markedly up in trip. TFRHHIII BHA81
5 RICH BELIEF (GB) (49) 40-0315 CD BF 7 9-12 (9)
Br B g Make Believe - Realt Eile (IRE) Robert Colgan 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 C&D handicap in June, knuckling down well when challenged. Ran just respectably having been raised 5lb when fifth of 10 to Sea Grey back here 7 weeks ago and should remain competitive. TFRHHHII BHA81
6 ZIMMERMAN (GB) (49) 3-40501 D
Br Ch g Poet’s Voice - Cresta Gold
5 9-11 (6)
David Allan J
O Linkenholt Racing & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T
B P. T. Tellwright Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed bits of recent promise to capitalise on a mark that had slipped below his last winning one in 14-runner handicap at York (16.2f, good to soft) 7 weeks ago. Back up 4lb and should make a bold bid to follow up. TFRHHHII BHA80
7 SEA GREY (GB) (27) 30-4115 CD 5 9-9 (3)
Br Gr g Ulysses (IRE) - Sensory (IRE) Franny Norton J
O Mark Kelly Racing Syndicate Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Cheveley Park Stud Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner at Catterick back in December and already won twice at this venue this summer Better than he could show in his hat-trick bid here earlier in the month (badly hampered on rail under 2f out) so fancied to be in the shake-up back up in trip. TFRHHHHI BHA78
Br B f Kingman - Ferevia (IRE)
(FR) (18) 314020 C
4 9-8 (5)
Jason Hart J
O Deva Racing (KM) Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B S.A.R.L. Al Shahania Stud France Deva Racing Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner in June but a bit of a mixed bag since, finding only an improving 3-y-o too strong fitted in cheekpieces here earlier in the month before disappointing at Nottingham (16f good) 9 days later Cheekpieces reapplied and can bounce back quickly TFRHHHHH BHA77
(FR) (4) 420621 D
Br B g Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Ihsas (USA)
O Mr S. Mondair
B E.A.R.L Haras Du Logis Et al
4 8-12(in 5lb ex)(8)
Ryan Kavanagh (7) J
Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
House of Cavani S
TIMEFORM VIEW Attracted plenty of support and finally came good in 7-runner handicap at Ripon (16f, good to firm) 4 days ago, staying on to lead well inside final 1f Apprentice enlisted to offset the penalty and rates a player provided this doesn’t come too soon. TFRHHHHI BHA62
(13) 346100
Br Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Faraday Light (IRE)
4 8-11 (11)
Billy Garritty J
O P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd Richard Fahey, Malton T
B Mrs Joan Keaney Dempsey
P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Belatedly opened his account at Ayr in July and ran to a similar level from just 1lb higher when seventh of 15 in at York (7.9f, good to firm) next time. However, he ran no sort of race at Pontefract just under a fortnight ago and hopes pinned on a significant step up in distance. TFRHHIII BHA65
Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Maelia (USA)
5 8-11 (2)
Liam Keniry J
O Mr Simon James & Partner Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed T
B E.A.R.L. Ecurie Des Charmes
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2022 and arrives on the back of a couple of below-par efforts. Hard to enthuse over from 3lb out of the weights. TFRHHIII BHA63
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: BRAVE KNIGHT 3 9 0 Darragh Keenan 10-3 (Sir Mark Prescott Bt) 7 ran Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 6, 7, 8. Stewards Note:
WIND YOUR NECK IN: Following its run on 4/8/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too freely DREAMS ADOZEN: Following its run on 13/8/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
Probable S.P.’s: 7-2 Spirit Mixer (GB), 11-2 Zimmerman (GB), 13-2 Sea Grey (GB), Tailorman (FR), 8-1 Rich Belief (GB), 10-1 Wind Your Neck In (IRE), 14-1 Dreams Adozen (FR), 20-1 My Harrison George (IRE), Cubana Habana (FR), 40-1 Diamond Bay (GB), Chase The Dollar (GB)
DREAMS ADOZEN has struggled for consistency since scoring here in June but his penultimate run when in cheekpieces was one of her better efforts so she’s worth chancing back in that headgear here at the expense of Sea Grey who can have a line put through his course hat-trick attempt earlier in the month. Recent Ripon scorer Tailorman and Spirit Mixer, who has his sights lowered considerably, can do battle for third.
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First Race 2.10 - THE BRITISH STALLIONS STUD EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £20384 to the winning horse The second to receive £9556 the third £4784 the fourth £2388, the fifth £1196 and the sixth £592 for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible. Enter by noon, August 26th and pay £200 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 29th 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). THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the handler of the horse judged to be the best turned out. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £4000 towards the prize money for this race. 20 entries at £200 - Closed August 26th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £16064; Second £8032; Third £4016; Fourth £2008; Fifth £1004; Sixth £500 (Penalty Value £20384) A SS SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.40 - THE LIVESCORE BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £50960 to the winning horse The second to receive £23890 the third £11960, the fourth £5970, the fifth £2990, the sixth £1480, the seventh £750 and the eighth £370 for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, August 26th and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 29th Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 12lb Penalties, after August 24th 2024 for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. LiveScore Bet has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey. A best turned out award of £100 will also be presented to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of LiveScore. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 20 entries at £500 - Closed August 26th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £40160; Second £20080; Third £10040; Fourth £5020; Fifth £2510; Sixth £1250; Seventh £630; Eighth £310. (Penalty Value £50960) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS
SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.15 - THE VIRGIN BET CHESTER 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. Enter by noon, August 26th and pay £300 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 29th Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 12lb; fillies 8st 7lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 8lb; fillies 9st 3lb Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb Of a Group 1 or Group 2 race 7lb Virgin Bet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a prize to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £100 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Virgin Bet. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 13 entries at £300Closed August 26th, 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 40 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.50 - THE CAA STELLAR 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 only Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher or £20 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 29th Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 24th 2024 for each race won 6lb CAA Stellar has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the handler of the horse judged to be the best turned out. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/ logo of CAA Stellar The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 21 entries at £100 - Closed August 26th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £8032; Second £4016; Third £2008; Fourth £1004; Fifth £502; Sixth £250; Seventh £126; Eighth £62. (Penalty Value £10192) 4 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS
SEE PAGE 46 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.25 - THE POWELLS JEWELLERY EBF FILLIES’ CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £12740 to the winning horse The second to receive £5972 the third £2990, the fourth £1492 the fifth £747 the sixth £370 the seventh £187 and the eighth £92. for two yrs old fillies only which are E.B.F. eligible. Enter by noon, August 26th and pay £125 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 29th Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 race 3lb Of a Class 2 race 6lb Of a Class 1 race 9lb Allowances: Horses which have never run 3lb Powells Jewellery have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the handler of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 13 entries at £125 - Closed August 26th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £10040; Second £5020; Third £2510; Fourth £1255; Fifth £628; Sixth £313; Seventh £158; Eighth £78 (Penalty Value £12740) A SS SEE PAGE 50 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 5.00 - THE HORSE PWR HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £12740 to the winning horse The second to receive £5972, the third £2990, the fourth £1492, the fifth £747, the sixth £370, the seventh £187 and the eighth £92. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 76-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97; such horses rated 75 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher or £25 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 29th Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after August 24th 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 the best turned out. 20 entries at £125 - Closed August 26th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £10040; Second £5020; Third £2510; Fourth £1255; Fifth £628; Sixth £313; Seventh £158; Eighth £78. (Penalty Value £12740) SS
SEE PAGE 54 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.35 - THE POWELLS JEWELLERY 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 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 29th Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 4lb Penalties, after August 24th 2024 for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Powells Jewellery will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race. 3yos rated 68 and below may be out of the weights. 20 entries at £100 - Closed August 26th, 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 58 FOR THIS RACE.
SATURDAY 31ST AUGUST - POWELLS JEWELLERY LADIES DAY FEAT. ELLA HENDERSON
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 TELLWRIGHT (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
SIMON CONNAWAY
ALI GALLIERS-PRATT
NATHAN GREEN
ROBERT MCCARTHY
STARTERS
LEE JONES
SEAMUS O’NEILL
JUDGE
NICK BOSTOCK
CLERK OF THE SCALES
MICHAEL ROBERTS
VETERINARY OFFICERS
KATE MAXWELL
JOHN BURGESS
MARK TABACHNIK
VETERINARY SURGEONS
GRAHAM POTTS
JOHN SPENCER
STUART PEARSON
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr JOHN MURRAY
Dr TRISTAN ELKIN
Dr KATE GASKELL
Dr HYWEL HUGHES
NURSE
CLARE DICKINSON
FARRIER
KATIE RIDGEWAY
HORSE AMBULANCE
NICK JONES
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BETTING RING MANAGERS
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MIKE OXLEY
STEPHEN RANN
RACEDAY ANNOUNCER & CCTV PRESENTER
BEN SHEPPARD
EQUINE WELFARE & INTEGRITY OFFICERS
JOANNA VICKERS, JANE SOUTHAM, LISA COOK, JOE O’GORMAN
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ANDREW TULLOCH
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