Chester Racecard - Saturday 14th September by Weatherbys

MONEY BACK

if your horse loses

ON A SELECTED RACE EVERY SATURDAY

*Max Free Bet £10. Bet must be placed within 48hrs of selected race(s) - 1st cash bet up to £10 (main market, ex antepost & specials). Win part e/w bet. Selection must lose. Free Bet: non-withdrawable, use in 7 days on sportsbook only. Stake not returned. T&Cs apply.

CONTENTS & TODAY’S RACING

How

understand the racing pages throughout the racecard

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

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

& TODAY’S OFFICIALS

Additional race information and naming today's racecourse officials

2024SCREENINGS AT VENUES &

ENJOY THE ACTION ON-COURSE FROM THE COMFORT OF OUR RESTAURANTS

sunday 6th october Prix de l’arc de Triomphe

12pm – 6pm

Fizz on arrival, three course meal & £5 ChesterBET voucher

£65.00

sunday 6th october Prix de l’arc de Triomphe

12pm – 6pm

Drink on arrival, main course & £5 ChesterBET voucher

£40.00

saturday 14th December Cheltenham Christmas Fixture

12pm – 6pm

Fizz on arrival, three course meal & £5 ChesterBET voucher

£65.00

ON COURSE BETTING & HOW TO READ THE RACECARD

WAYS TO BET

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

EACH WAY Backing a horse to win or be placed. This doubles your bet – for example: £5 each way = £5 to win and £5 for a place = £10 total stake

STANDARD EACH WAY TERMS

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

• Fewer than 4 runners - all on to win

• 5 – 7 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2

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

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

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

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

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

PLACING A BET

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

1

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.

Virgin Bet Raceday Preview

1.35pm - Sir Peter Fossick showed some good early pace last time out at Haydock on good to soft ground. Todays going looks to be more testing but has had two good efforts in previous maidens and that experience may prove the difference here. Mayday Malone steps up in trip and there may be more to come from the Michael Bell trained colt who has run green in his previous two starts. Tactical Plan hung to his right here last month. An improvement may be needed today but he has the most experience in this race and has shown he can run to a good level.

2.05pm - La Yakel looks like he may be best suited by today’s ground conditions. He was an impressive winner when last seen at Hamilton in the Lanark Silver Bell Handicap on heavy ground Al Qareem (NAP) won this race last year and has been running well in group company this year He does have some good form on heavy ground and although he was no match for Al Aasy last time out in the Group 3 Geoffrey Freer Stakes, a chance is taken that he possesses enough class here now dropped back into listed company. Burdett Road ﬁnished 12th in the Ebor. He is tongue tied today for the ﬁrst time The ground should be ok for him, but he may want a further trip

2.40pm - Sheradann looks interesting here from stall 2 and on softer ground. Spirit Mixer who won here last time out over course and distance may not have ideal ground conditions for him today. The Gavin Cromwell trained mare; Vera Verto looks an interesting addition here off a mark of 89. Mr Escobar who ﬁnished 10th in the Cesarewitch in 2023 has not been the most straight forward horse but comes here with a British rating of 84 and Sean D Bowen takes off 3lbs. He does have his chances here now reverting to the ﬂat.

3.20pm - Teej A steps back in class and back in trip but she may be best watched today after a few disappointing runs. Ardennes could make all if needed and although the ground is an unknown, he cannot be discounted. Invincible Annice won a Novice Stakes at Hamilton on heavy ground this month. She breaks from stall 2 and carries bottom weight. A chance is taken that the Karl Burke ﬁlly is coming into good form and can take the spills here.

4.05pm - City Streak won a handicap here at Chester on good to ﬁrm ground in May. He does have some good form in the book on more testing ground. Maghlaak has good claims from stall 2 and has shown some good form previously on testing ground. Loyal Touch also looks interesting from stall 4 and should go ok on this ground although he has mainly raced on better ground conditions. Paddy The Squire looks to be coming into a good run of form, ﬁnishing 2nd on his latest two outings at Hamilton. He steps up in trip today from his last run and after a wind op.

4.40pm - Cori Glory may be suited by ground conditions and gets a nice stall to break from today. She has shown previous early speed in her career but was somewhat disappointing last time out at Ascot. Serenity Dream is unexposed and there may be plenty more to come from the colt who now runs for the Richard Fahey yard. Transitioning won here in July on good to soft ground. Today will be more testing conditions but a chance is taken that the 3-year-old will deliver for Andrew Balding and make it back-to-back wins over course and distance.

5.15pm - Sea Legend just came up short in a selling stakes at Goodwood last time out. Brian Hughes takes the ride here for Donald McCain and the selection is respected here in stall 2. Oman returns to Chester yet again, this time running off a mark of 69. He has place claims again here today. Green Team is also respected. He comes here off the back of a good run at Epsom.

5.55pm - It’s All About You is going for three wins on the bounce for Jennie Candlish. He steps back in trip today and should be suited by the softer ground conditions. Dreams Adozen also possesses some good recent form and should handle the ground. He breaks from stall 1 and is likely to lead or be close to the lead early on.

How To Play

Fill

the

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 (38 wins from 188 runners, 20%) runs NOBLE PHOENIX (1.35), TEUMESSIAS FOX (2.05), SPIRIT MIXER (2.40), CITY STREAK (4.05), TRANSITIONING (4.40).

H PALMER (28 wins from 150 runners, 19%) runs MALDEVIOUS (1.35), ZOFFEE and SOLENT GATEWAY (2.40), PITNEY (4.40).

R FAHEY (23 wins from 225 runners, 10%) runs HAVE SECRET (4.05), SERENITY DREAM (4.40), FURZIG (5.15).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

A BALDING (16 wins from 64 runners, 25%) runners listed above.

W HAGGAS (9 wins from 54 runners, 17%) runs LA YAKEL (2.05).

D O’MEARA (9 wins from 37 runners, 24%) runs IRON LION (2.05), STRESSFREE and ZARABANDA (4.05).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

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

FRANNY NORTON (24 wins from 193 rides, 12%) rides SIR PETER FOSSICK (1.35), SHERADANN (2.40), LOYAL TOUCH (4.05), PEARL EYE (4.40).

PIERRE JAMIN (7 wins from 48 rides, 15%) rides AL QAREEM (2.05), INVINCIBLE ANNICE (3.20).

ROB HORNBY (7 wins from 53 rides, 13%) rides NOBLE PHOENIX (1.35), TEUMESSIAS FOX (2.05), SPIRIT MIXER (2.40), INVINCIBLE SONG (3.20), TRANSITIONING (4.40).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

ROB HORNBY (7 wins from 31 rides, 23%) rides listed above.

BRIAN HUGHES (4 wins from 13 rides, 31%) rides SEA LEGEND (5.15).

BEN ROBINSON (4 wins from 20 rides, 20%) rides IRON LION (2.05), TASHKHAN (2.40), ZARABANDA (4.05).

FIRST RACE 1.35

THE JUDDMONTE EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES

(CLASS 2) (for horses in Bands A, B, C and D) (EBF Restricted Race Qual.) (GBB RACE)

for maiden two yrs old

Total prize fund £30000

Owners Prize Money 1st £12048, 2nd £6024, 3rd £3012, 4th £1506, 5th £753, 6th £375, 7th £189, 8th £93 (Penalty Value £15288)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This race is a seven furlong maiden stakes for two-year-olds. Maiden races provide a starting point for young horses that are yet to record a victory and most will be very lightly-raced or be making their racecourse debuts. Previous experience can count for a lot when searching for the winner but well-bred or precocious juveniles are more than capable of landing the prize at the ﬁrst time of asking.

1 MAYDAY MALONE (GB) (14) 64 9-7 (3)

Br Ch c Bated Breath - Avyanna (IRE) Oisin Orr J

O Mr Jim Biggane and Partner Michael Bell, Newmarket T

B Andreas Bezzola Michael Bell Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced colt. Much better effort when fourth of 7 in novice (22/1) at Lingﬁeld (5f, AW) 14 days ago, running on late. Signiﬁcantly up in trip. TFRHHHII BHA-

2 NOBLE PHOENIX (IRE) (44) (2lb) 3

9-5 (4)

Br B c Arizona (IRE) - Ermine And Velvet Rob Hornby J

O Jeremy & Germaine Hitchins Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Glashare House Stud Kingsclere Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW 35,000 gns foal, 55,000 gns yearling. Half-brother to useful 7f-8.3f winner Sir Guy Porteous and 2-y-o 6f winner Velveteen. Dam maiden (stayed 1m). Third of 7 in novice (15/2) at Epsom (7f) on debut 44 days ago, not knocked about. Should progress. TFRHHHHI BHA-

3 SIR PETER FOSSICK

(IRE) (9) (2lb) 202

9-5 (6)

Br Ch c Footstepsinthesand - Gender Dance (USA) Franny Norton J

O Paul Dean & Partner Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Gerard Mullins Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Related to numerous winners and came clear with another newcomer when second in maiden at Epsom (7f good, 7/2) in July Backed that up at the second attempt when runner-up at Haydock and good chance of going one better TFRHHHHH BHA81

4 IT’SNEVERJUSTONE (GB) (32) (4lb) U5

Br B c Massaat (IRE) - Nigella

O Ian O’Connor & The Fox and Hounds

9-3 (7)

Sean Dylan Bowen J

David Loughnane, Tern Hill T

B Mickley Stud Dave Loughnane Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced colt. Fifth of 11 in maiden (16/1) at Hamilton (6f, good) 32 days ago.

5 TACTICAL PLAN (GB) (19) (4lb) 402234

Br Gr g Kodiac - Game Plan

TFRHHIII BHA-

9-3 (5)

Jim Crowley J

O Mr R Murﬁtt and Partner Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T

B Pantile Stud My Pension Expert S

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a couple of maidens at sharp tracks and decent third on nursery debut over C&D

Bit below par at Epsom since, however, and vulnerable again.

6 IN THE SUNSHINE

(GB) (-)

Br B f Oasis Dream - She’s So Flawless (IRE)

O Landforce Group Ltd

B Petches Farm Ltd

TFRHHHHI BHA73

9-2 (2)

Sean Kirrane J

Darryll Holland, Newmarket T

7 ROCK DIVA (IRE)

(25) 3

TFRHHIII BHA-

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 28 20,000 gns yearling, Oasis Dream ﬁlly Half-sister to 1 1/2m winner Executive Pool. Dam, 1 3/4m winner, closely related to smart 1m-1 1/2m winner Parvaneh.

9-2 (8)

Br B f Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Nassya Adam Farragher J

O Michael O’Flynn, John Nesbitt & Partner

B Grenane House Stud

Ollie Sangster, Marlborough T

TFRHHHHI BHA-

TIMEFORM VIEW Ten Sovereigns ﬁlly Third of 9 in maiden (7/2) at Wolverhampton (7.2f) on debut 25 days ago. Showing speed but lacking the required polish off the bridle. Should have more to offer.

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

MALDEVIOUS (IRE) (29) (2lb) 04

Br B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Piacere (IRE)

9-0 (9)

Harry Davies J

O Returnedwithahorse Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

B Rathbarry Stud Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced ﬁlly 20/1, fourth of 13 in novice at Newbury (6f good to ﬁrm) 29 days ago. Hood back on. TFRHHHII BHA-

9 EVA’S EYES (GB) (91) (4lb) 40

Br B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Chandresh

8-12 (1)

Ryan Kavanagh J

O Jr Roberts Slurry Sealing Ltd Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Manor Farm Stud (Rutland)

TIMEFORM VIEW Down the ﬁeld in 5f/6f novices. Off 91 days. First run for yard after leaving Darryll Holland. Hooded for 1st time. TFRHIIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Hood worn ﬁrst time by No. 9. Hood worn by No. 8.

Stewards Note:

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

MAYDAY MALONE: Following its run on 31/8/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed in ﬁnal furlong.

Probable S.P.’s: 5-2 Sir Peter Fossick (IRE), 7-2 Rock Diva (IRE), 11-2 Tactical Plan (GB), 8-1 Noble Phoenix (IRE), 9-1 Maldevious (IRE), 14-1 Mayday Malone (GB), 20-1 In The Sunshine (GB), 40-1 It’sneverjustone (GB), 100-1 Eva’s Eyes (GB)

SIR PETER FOSSICK quickly got back on track when second at Haydock and this looks a good opportunity Rock Diva and Noble Phoenix both offered something to work on starting out so are feared most ahead of the more exposed Tactical Plan.

Don’t forget to bet on the 1:50 at DONCASTER and 2:00 at LINGFIELD PARK.

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred ﬁllies and mares

POSITION OF STALLS

1m2f - Outside Remainder - Inside

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SIR PETER FOSSICK (IRE) 2.ROCK DIVA (IRE) 3.NOBLE PHOENIX (IRE)

DONCASTER DONCASTER DONCASTER

THE BETFRED CHAMPAGNE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 2)

for two yrs old colts and geldings

Total prize fund £150000

Owners Prize Money 1st £69960, 2nd £28590, 3rd £14295, 4th £7155. (Penalty Value £88800)

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

colours no horse

1 AFTERMATH (IRE) (28) 2 BF

9-2 (1)

Br B c Justify (USA) - Flying (IRE) W. M. Lordan J

O Westerberg/Mrs J Magnier/M Tabor/D Smith Aidan O’Brien, Ireland T

B Westerberg

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped with plenty of encouragement when second of 13 in maiden at Newbury (7f good to ﬁrm 11/4) on debut 28 days ago running on. This is a big jump in class but he has plenty of scope to improve TFRHHHHI BHA-

2 BAY CITY ROLLER (IRE) (16) 11 D 9-2 (6)

Br B c New Bay - Bloomﬁeld (IRE) Callum Shepherd J

O Victorious Racing George Scott, Newmarket T

B John Connaughton George Scott Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising New Bay colt who has won 7f novices at Sandown and Chelmsford in recent months. Useful prospect. TFRHHHII BHA93

3 CHANCELLOR (GB) (28) 131 CD 9-2 (5)

Br B c Kingman - Queen’s Trust Robert Havlin J

O Cheveley Park Stud

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited

John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T

Cheveley Park Stud Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Beaten at short odds in a 7f Ascot listed event in July but an impressive winner of maiden/novice events on this course either side, defying a penalty with ease over this trip last time. Deﬁnitely more to come from him. TFRHHHHI BHA99

4 MONUMENTAL (IRE) (11) 021 D 9-2 (4)

Br B c Kingman - Riqa Gavin Ryan J

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

B Barronstown Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWProgressive proving well suited by the step up to 7f when making it third time lucky at Gowran (good to soft) 11 days ago Capable of better again. TFRHHHII BHA-

5 RIGHTHERE RIGHTNOW (FR) (36) 1 D

Br B c Kodiac - Runner Runner (IRE)

9-2 (3)

Rossa Ryan J

O Phil Cunningham Richard Spencer, Newmarket T

B Mr Werner Neumann Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Kodiac colt who made a highly encouraging start to his career when winning by 5 lengths on Newmarket’s July Course (7f good) 36 days ago Knew his job but should still have more to offer. TFRHHHII BHA-

6 WOLF OF BADENOCH (GB) (46) 12 CD 9-2 (2)

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

O Mrs Fitri Hay

Jamie Spencer J

Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

B Mrs Fitri Hay JMH Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Decisive winner of a C&D maiden on debut and ran a cracker when pitched into the Group 2Vintage Stakes at Goodwood (7f, good to ﬁrm) 6 weeks later, ﬁnishing 1 3/4 lengths second to Aomori City despite still appearing green. Capable of better again. TFRHHHHH BHA106

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2023: IBERIAN (IRE) 2 9 2 Tom Marquand 3-1 (Charles Hills) 5 ran Blinkers worn by No 4.

Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 Chancellor (GB), 10-3 Righthere Rightnow (FR), 7-2 Wolf of Badenoch (GB), 11-2 Monumental (IRE), 7-1 Bay City Roller (IRE), 18-1 Aftermath (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

WOLF OF BADENOCH ran a cracker in the Vintage considering his greenness was still apparent and is narrowly preferred to dual course score Chancellor who looks more than capable of making an impact at pattern level. Aftermath has the potential for signiﬁcant improvement after his promising debut second at Newbury and is next on the list.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WOLF OF BADENOCH 2.CHANCELLOR 3.AFTERMATH (IRE)

MONEY BACK

* as a

if your horse loses

ON A SELECTED RACE EVERY SATURDAY

THE VIRGIN BET STAND CUP STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £60000

RACE DESCRIPTION

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

1 AL QAREEM (IRE) (28) 245252 CD 5 9-5 (6)

Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Moqla

Pierre-Louis Jamin J

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

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Indication Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW Smartperformerwhoﬁnishedrunner-upinGroup3companyforthethirdtimefromhalf-a-dozenstartsthisyearwhenchasinghomeAlAasy in the Geoffrey Freer at Newbury (13.3f, good to ﬁrm). Winner of this 12 months ago (sole previous visit here) and he’s the one to beat. TFRHHHHH BHA109

2 BURDETT ROAD

(GB) (21) 1153-50

4 9-5 (3)

Br B g Muhaarar - Diamond Bangle (IRE) Harry Davies J

O The Gredley Family James Owen, Newmarket T

B Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd Unex Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3-y-o handicap at Royal Ascot last year and developed into a useful hurdler for this yard during the winter (Grade 2 winner). However, he failed to build on his encouraging reappearance effort when down the ﬁeld in the Ebor TFRHHHII BHA100

CRISTAL CLERE

(IRE) (43) 446224

6 9-5 (4)

Br B g Harzand (IRE) - Lady Catherine Sean Dylan Bowen J

O Mr John Nallen John Nallen, Ireland T

B Tinnakill Bloodstock & P. Grimes

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 on the bounce last year and best effort so far this season when second in a listed race at Roscommon (1 1/2m, good to ﬁrm) in July Wasn’t in the same form next time, though, and failed to justify favouritism on hurdles debut 10 days later TFRHHIII BHA100

4 ENEMY (GB) (14) 205066 D

7 9-5 (5)

Br B g Muhaarar - Prudenzia (IRE) Jim Crowley J

O Tracey Bell & Caroline Lyons Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Ecurie Des Monceaux & Skymarc Farm Inc Helicentreuk S

TIMEFORMVIEW Resumed winning ways at Southwell in January before going close in a valuable race in Saudi Arabia the following month. It’s been a struggle since, though, and the majority of his better efforts have come on quicker ground. TFRHHIII BHA106

5 IRON LION (GB) (21) 161510 D

Br Gr g Roaring Lion (USA) - Stream Song

4 9-5 (7)

Ben Robinson J

O Elwick Stud David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Elwick Stud Elwick Stud S

TIMEFORMVIEWBagged histhirdwinthisyearwithacareerbestina 9-runnerhandicapatRipon(11/2m,good)onpenultimatestart. However, no show in the Ebor since and probably biting off more than he can chew in this company TFRHHIII BHA95

6 LA YAKEL (GB) (22) 2512-61 D

5 9-5 (8)

Br B g Time Test - Tebee’s Oasis Adam Farragher J

O Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum William Haggas, Newmarket T

B Minster Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW Low-mileagesortwhoisstillprogressingjudgedonwhathe’sshownin2startsthisseason,buildingonhisencouragingAscotreappearance when readily landing a valuable Hamilton handicap (1 1/2m, heavy) last month. Steps up in class with conditions again ideal. TFRHHHHI BHA106

7 STAR HARBOUR (IRE) (30) 441012 D 6 9-5 (2)

Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Sioduil (IRE) Oisin Orr J

O Total Recall Racing Club Adrian McGuinness, Ireland T

B Mrs Jacqueline Norris

TIMEFORMVIEWBagged a big potat the Curragh in June and added to his tally at Tipperary last month. Didlittle wrong when ﬁnding only Ameerat Jumaira (winner again since) too strong in a Dundalk handicap (10.7f) next time and is not discounted. TFRHHHII BHA103

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

TEUMESSIAS FOX (IRE) (21) 100040 D

Br Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Princess Serena (USA)

O King Power Racing Co Ltd

9-5 (1)

Rob Hornby J

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Roundhill Stud King Power International Co Ltd, King Power Racing Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Found a little more progress when successful at Kempton (1 1/2m) in January but it’s been downhill pretty much all the way since and he needs to bounce back in a major way TFRHHIII BHA102

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

2023: AL QAREEM (IRE) 4 9 5 Sam James 17-2 (K R Burke) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 2. Visor worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Stewards Note:

BURDETT ROAD: Following its run on 24/8/2024 it was reported that the horse was hampered by unseated jockey

TEUMESSIAS FOX: Following its run on 24/8/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.

Probable S.P.’s: 7-4 La Yakel (GB), 2-1 Al Qareem (IRE), 10-1 Burdett Road (GB), 12-1 Star Harbour (IRE), 16-1 Teumessias Fox (IRE), 18-1 Iron Lion (GB), 28-1 Enemy (GB), 33-1 Cristal Clere (IRE)

AL QAREEM got the better of high-class ﬁlly Bluestocking in this race last year and he is taken to successfully defend his crown, with the progressive La Yakel likely to emerge as the main danger this time round. Star Harbour is third choice given doubts surrounding Burdett Road on the back of his low-key display in the Ebor

forget to bet on the 2:25 at DONCASTER and 2:35 at LINGFIELD PARK.

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.

DONCASTER DONCASTER DONCASTER

THE BETFRED PORTLAND (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) 9 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

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

colours no horse

1 ALBASHEER (IRE) (14) 021002 C D 6 9-12 (6)

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged his third win this year at Ascot in July and posted a good nose second of 7 to Democracy Dilemma in listed race at Beverley (5f, good to ﬁrm) 14 days ago This course winner is very much one to consider TFRHHHII BHA105

2 APOLLO ONE (GB) (21) 0-23620 D 6 9-10 (9)

Br Ch g Equiano (FR) - Boonga Roogeta C. Soumillon J

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

B Peter Charalambous

TIMEFORM VIEW Most likeable and reliable sprinter who came in second in the Stewards Cup at Goodwood. Came home ﬁrst in his group when eighth of 19 at York last time so seems sure to be on the premises again. TFRHHHHI BHA103

3 WALBANK (IRE) (46) 3/00-104 D 4 9-10 (4)

Br B g Kodiac - No Lippy (IRE) David Egan J

O Amo Racing Limited George Boughey, Newmarket T

B Tally-Ho Stud Sports Invest UK Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWMuchimprovedtolandasecondcareersuccessatMeydan(6f)inJanuary.Shapedwellafter6monthsoffbeforelackofarecent outing told when fourth of 12 in handicap at Goodwood (5f) 46 days ago Much respected with tongue tie reﬁtted. TFRHHHII BHA103

4 GET IT (GB) (33) 611010 D

6 9-8 (18)

Br B g Twilight Son - Pine Ridge Pat Cosgrave J

O My Racehorse & Partners George Baker Chiddingfold T

B Wood Hall Stud Vortex Shipbroking S

TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful atWindsor/Epsom before bagging a big pot in Stewards’ Cup at Goodwood. Raced very wide early when ﬁfteenth of 16 in handicap at Windsor (6f, good to ﬁrm) 33 days ago so can bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA101

5 RUMSTAR (GB) (20) 0-02005 D

4 9-8 (15)

Br B g Havana Grey - Stellarta Hector Crouch J

O Vincent and Russell Ward

B Whitsbury Manor Stud

Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn T

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 11 runs since his last win in 2022 and he failed to build on earlier promise when only ﬁfth of 7 in handicap at Goodwood (6f, good to soft) 20 days ago Needs a couple of these to falter TFRHHIII BHA101

6 SHAGRAAN (IRE) (7) 354151 D

3 9-6 (17)

Br Ch g Sioux Nation (USA) - Annie Fior (IRE) Rossa Ryan J

O J & A Young (Racing) Limited Michael Appleby, Oakham T

B Brendan & Anthony Murphy Jayplas S

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly raced for this stable and comes here better than ever landing 5f handicaps at Glorious Goodwood and Haydock recently Up 3lb but he merits serious consideration. TFRHHHHI BHA101

7 COVER UP (IRE) (21) 110055 D 4 9-5 (21)

Br B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Hushing Kieran Shoemark J

O Godolphin

John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T

B Godolphin Emirates Fly Better S

TIMEFORMVIEWWon3onthebounceontheAWduringthewinterandbackintopformoflate,ﬁfthinStewards’CupatGoodwoodandbig-ﬁeld event at York when not enjoying the best of runs. Interesting, especially with this shorter trip promising to suit ideally TFRHHHHH BHA98

8 DREAM COMPOSER (FR) (27) 154031 D 6 9-5 (16)

Br B g Dream Ahead (USA) - High Spice (USA) Joe Leavy (3) J

O Peter Clarke Racing Partners

James Evans, Kinnersley T

B Khalifa Dasmal The Little Jet Company Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways in 7-runner handicap at Pontefract (5f, good) 27 days ago by 1 1/2 lengths from American Affair Well on

9 SILKYWILKIE (IRE) (24) 506200 D

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

O Middleham Park Racing LXXXI & E Burke

5 9-4 (1)

Sam Feilden (7) J

K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Mrs Claire Doyle Tattersalls S

TFRHHHII BHA97

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 19 starts since his last win in 2023 but he arrives in good nick, poorly drawn when thirteenth of 22 at York (5.4f, good to ﬁrm) 24 days ago Shortlisted.

10 HOLKHAM BAY (GB) (24) 022110 D

Br B g Aclaim (IRE) - Tumblewind

O Norfolk Thoroughbreds

B Hellwood Stud Farm

4 9-3 (12)

Brandon Wilkie (5) J

William Knight, Newmarket T

William Knight Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWIs enjoying a very good year and scored atYork and Ascot in June. Had the worst of the draw when twentieth of 22 to Jm Jungle in handicap at York (5.4f, good to ﬁrm) 24 days ago so can’t be ruled out. TFRHHHII BHA96

11 WODAO (FR) (20) 6000-03

Br Ch g Showcasing - Dadao

4 9-2 (2)

Saffie Osborne J

O Jim and Claire Ltd and Jon & Kay Collins Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn T

B S.C.E.A. Elevage D’Yllone Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Listed winner in Ireland for Donnacha O’Brien and he got back on track for his new yard when third of 7 in handicap at Goodwood (6f, good to soft) 20 days ago Possibilities. TFRHHHII BHA95

12 JM JUNGLE (IRE) (24) 400451 4 8-13 (11)

Br B g Bungle Inthejungle - The Shrew Jason Hart J

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

B Lodge Park Stud JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S

TFRHHHII BHA92

TIMEFORM VIEW Got back to winning ways in 22-runner handicap at York (5.4f, good to ﬁrm) 24 days ago Up 4lb but he’s not discounted now he’s hit form again.

13 WOOLHAMPTON (IRE) (7) 166301 D 4 8-13 (5)

Br B f Camacho - Mary Thomas (IRE) Robert Havlin J

O Mr David Klein Rod Millman, Cullompton T

B Cavalier Bloodstock & James Lombard Millman Racing Club, Rod Millman Racing Ltd, Signs & Safety Ltd S

HHHII BHA92

TIMEFORM VIEW Had usual headgear left off when recording his third victory of 2024 in 8-runner handicap at Ascot (5f good to soft) 7 days ago Up 4lb but in the mix again.

14 DESERT COP (GB) (7) 100600 D 4 8-13 (8)

Br B g Oasis Dream - Speed Cop P. J. McDonald J

O Mr J. C. Smith Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Littleton Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Newmarket in May but not on a going day when eleventh of 12 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 7 days ago Visor back on now with a bit to prove TFRHHIII BHA92

15 BORN TO ROCK (IRE) (28) 15-6002 3 8-13 (7)

Br B f Soldier’s Call - Love To Rock (IRE) Callum Shepherd J

O Mr Laurence Holder George Scott, Newmarket T

B Equos Ltd & Troy Cullen SBZ Corporation Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Debut winner for Jane Chapple-Hyam and took her form up a level on his yard debut when excellent second of 8 in handicap here (5f, good to ﬁrm) 28 days ago She’s one for the shortlist. TFRHHHII BHA94

16 AMERICAN AFFAIR (GB) (7) 121223 D

4 8-13 (22)

Br B g Washington DC (IRE) - Classy Anne Paul Mulrennan J

O Barraston Racing & Mr J S Goldie Jim Goldie, Glasgow T

B John McGrandles Jim Goldie Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Largely progressive sprinter who bagged his second victory of 2024 at Thirsk (5f) in June. Posted a very good third of 10 to Shagraan in handicap at Haydock (5f good) 7 days ago when not ideally placed so he must enter calculations. TFRHHHHI BHA92

17 RIZG (GB) (64) 1/240/-00 D 5 8-11 (10)

Br B g No Nay Never (USA) - Azenzar Silvestre De Sousa J

O Deva Racing GZ

James Owen, Newmarket T

B Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd Deva Racing Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won sole start as a juvenile and displayed useful form in light 2022 campaign. Missed all of 2023 and too free when well below par in a pair of 6f handicaps at Newcastle and Ascot this summer Still needs considering though now starting out for good new yard TFRHHHII BHA90

18 BERGERAC (IRE) (24) 600156 D 6 8-11 (14)

Br B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Fancy Vivid (IRE) Tom Eaves J

O Mrs Angie Bailey Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

B Mark & Caroline Hanly K. A. Ryan Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Newcastle in June and in good form since, faring best of those who raced near side when sixth of 22 to Jm Jungle in handicap at York (5.4f, good to ﬁrm) 24 days ago Merits consideration off an easing mark. TFRHHHHI BHA90

19 VINTAGE CLARETS (GB) (24) 030000 5 8-11 (20)

Br B g Ardad (IRE) - Enchanted Princess Jamie Spencer J

O Mr A Tattersall & Partner Richard Fahey, Malton T

B M. E. Broughton Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a very successful 2023 campaign, scoring 4 times, and caught the eye when eighth of 22 to Jm Jungle in handicap at York (5.4f, good to ﬁrm) 24 days ago caught further back than ideal. Player off a 2lb lower mark. TFRHHHHI BHA90

20 HIYA MAITE (GB) (7) 010262 C

Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Misu’s Maite

O Mr S. R. Bowring

B S. R. Bowring

6 8-10 (19)

Jimmy Quinn J

Roy Bowring, Edwinstowe T

TFRHHHII BHA89

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner in June and comes here on the back of a good second of 9 in handicap at Thirsk (6f good to ﬁrm) 7 days ago Can give another good account.

21 MANILA SCOUSE (GB) (16) 240100 D

Br B g Aclaim (IRE) - Forever Excel (IRE)

O Ambrose Turnbull & John Cruces

5 8-9 (3)

Duran Fentiman J

Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Wayne Clifford Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged his second win of the season at Chepstow in August but came in last of 13 at Southwell (5f) 16 days ago Needs to get back on track. TFRHHHII BHA88

22 ABERAMA GOLD (GB) (23) 004340 CD 7 8-8 (13)

Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Nigella

O Mr Evan M. Sutherland

Mark Winn J

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Mrs J. McMahon Gain Equine Nutrition S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won Stewards’ Cup last year and looked to be coming to the boil again until only eighth of 14 at Newcastle 23 days ago This C&D winner remains one to be interested in though off a reduced mark.TFRHHHII BHA87

DECLARED RUNNERS 22

2023: ANNAF (IRE) 4 9 12 Rossa Ryan 7-1 (Michael Appleby) 22 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No 17 Blinkers worn by No 1, 18 Visor worn by No 14 22 Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 11, 21. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 8. Stewards Note:

GET IT: Following its run on 12/8/2024 it was reported that the horse jumped awkwardly from the stalls. COVER UP: Following its run on 24/8/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.

HOLKHAM BAY: Following its run on 21/8/2024 it was reported that the horse ran ﬂat on this occasion.

Probable S.P.’s: 8-1 Shagraan (IRE), 11-1 Jm Jungle (IRE), American Affair (GB), 12-1 Albasheer (IRE), Cover Up (IRE), 16-1 Holkham Bay (GB), 18-1 Apollo One (GB), 22-1 Dream Composer (FR), Woolhampton (IRE), Bergerac (IRE), Hiya Maite (GB), 25-1 Walbank (IRE), Get It (GB), Rumstar (GB), Born To Rock (IRE), 28-1 Vintage Clarets (GB), Aberama Gold (GB), 33-1 Silky Wilkie (IRE), 40-1 Wodao (FR), Rizg (GB), 50-1 Desert Cop (GB), 66-1 Manila Scouse (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

This is wide open but the vote goes to COVER UP who brings some rock solid handicap form to the table whilst shaping as though this idiosyncratic trip will prove ideal too. Vintage Clarets has slipped to a very attractive mark and heads the list of dangers on the back of his eye-catching York eighth, although a good case can also be made for American Affair, Bergerac, Shagraan and Apollo One in this ultra competitive Portland.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.COVER UP (IRE) 2.VINTAGE CLARETS 3.AMERICAN AFFAIR

ACCESSIBLE VIEWING AREAS

Enhanced accessible viewing areas are provided. For more information please visit the accessibility page on our website. All enclosures have accessible toilets.

OFFICIAL RACING PHOTOGRAPHER

Our thanks to on-course photographer, Alan Wright, for providing racing photography featured in the racecard.

If you would like to ‘capture’ your horse in action or arrange a visit to your trainer’s stable for a portrait photograph, please contact Alan at: www.officialphotographersuk.com or call 01695 724 504

FAVOURITES THEREARE HERE NO

British racing is the biggest investor in equine health and welfare in this country

Over the last 20 years more than £47m has been spent on advancing veterinary science, research, education and welfare initiatives. This work beneﬁts every breed of horse. To ﬁnd out more visit horsepwr.co.uk

THE LIVESCORE BET WATERGATE CUP (CLASS 2 HERITAGE HANDICAP)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £100000

Owners Prize Money 1st £40160, 2nd £20080, 3rd £10040, 4th £5020, 5th £2510, 6th £1250, 7th £630, 8th £310 (Penalty Value £50960)

RACE DESCRIPTION

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

no horse

1 TASHKHAN (IRE) (22) 133-050 C 6 9-12 (9)

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

TIMEFORMVIEWSmart stayer who signed off for 2023 with a solid third in the Prix Royal-Oak at Longchamp. However, well held all 3 starts this season so has plenty to prove, even allowing for this slightly easier assignment. TFRHHHII BHA108

2

SHANROE (GB) (14) 2/U116-5 C 10 9-9 (7)

Br B g Multiplex - Pugnacious Lady Robert Colgan J

O Karl Thornton/Joan Smyth

B Mickley Stud

Karl Thornton, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart veteran who ran a career best when winning a listed race here over 14.4f a year ago. Didn’t have a prep run when well held in a stronger renewal a fortnight ago and this step up in trip will suit back on a handicap. TFRHHHII BHA105

3 ROBERTO ESCOBARR

(IRE) (28) 1-40065 D 7 9-4 (4)

Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Bewitched (IRE) Jim Crowley J

O Mr Gary Allsopp Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B R. Scarborough & Carradale Allsopp & Allsopp S

TIMEFORMVIEWSmartperformerwhowonapairofGroup3slastyear CreditablefourthunderabigweightinaNewcastlehandicap on New Year’s Day but he’s been well below par since, including for this yard. Hopes rest on cheekpieces. TFRHHIII BHA100

4 EMIYN (FR) (112) 020-023 C

7 8-11 (1)

Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Edelmira (IRE) Zak Wheatley (3) J

O Fab Five Declan Carroll, Malton T

B H.H. The Aga Khan’s Studs et al Newry Construction Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable sort who showed benefit of his reappearance effort when finishing a fine second in a first-time visor in the Chester Cup in May Confirmed he’s in top form when third at Haydock a fortnight later and he’s fresher than most. TFRHHHHI BHA93

5 ZOFFEE (GB) (24) 00-1000 C D

8 8-10 (5)

Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Mount Crystal (IRE) Harry Davies J

O Mr Alan Peterson Hugo Palmer Malpas T

B The Pocock Family Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWBack on the level and well prepared to land the Chester Cup in May No better than mid-ﬁeld in 3 high-end handicaps since but edging back towards that last winning mark and stamina deﬁnitely his forte. TFRHHHII BHA92

6 AQWAAM (GB) (127) 422106 D

6 8-8 (10)

Br Gr g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Aghaany James Sullivan J

O Mr Patrick Kelly Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Corbally Holdings Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Posted a career best when winning 2m handicap at Lingﬁeld in March and excellent sixth back on turf in the Chester Cup in May Off since but clearly has it in him to go well off this mark. TFRHHHHI BHA90

7 SHERADANN (FR) (35) 111-000

Br Gr g Roaring Lion (USA) - Shemima

Franny Norton J

O Mrs Fitri Hay Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B S.A. Aga Khan JMH Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Quickly reached a useful level in France last year winning 3 times at up to 15f in the autumn. Changed hands for €250,000 and yet to really hit the ground running for this yard, but he’s not fully exposed. TFRHHHII BHA89

Br Breeding O Owner

B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

VERA

VERTO (IRE) (22) 0-00432

Br B m Prince of Lir (IRE) - Crown Light

O From The Clouds Partnership

B Tinnakill Bloodstock & I. Thompson

6 8-7 (6)

Adam Farragher J

Gavin Cromwell, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEW Newmarket winner from a higher mark during the autumn and conﬁrmed she’s in excellent order when runner-up at Killarney 3 weeks ago. Looks ready for 2m and she’s of serious interest. TFRHHHHH BHA89

9 ZEALANDIA

(FR) (35) 5-10005 D 7 8-6 (11)

Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Belle Ambre

O The DTTW Partnership

B S.A.S Elevage Du Haras de Bourgeauville

Ryan Kavanagh (7) J

Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to beat a rival in Northumberland Plate at Newcastle (16.2f) and while he ran much better at Ascot a month ago, his failure to keep straight means his attitude is now in question. TFRHHHII BHA88

10

SPIRIT MIXER (GB) (14) 005401 CD 6 8-6 (3)

Br Ch g Frankel - Arabian Queen (IRE)

O Mr J. C. Smith

B Littleton Stud

Rob Hornby J

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

TIMEFORM VIEW Down in the weights/grade and took advantage in no uncertain terms in a C&D handicap a fortnight ago. Up 4lb in a better race but he’s clearly in excellent order TFRHHHII BHA88

11 SOLENT GATEWAY

(IRE) (16) 200020 CD 6 8-5 (13)

Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Aoife Alainn (IRE) Morgan Cole (5) J

O Mr D. R. Passant & Heﬁn Williams

Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

B Deer Forest Stud Greenhous Group Ltd, Greenhous Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWHaydockstayinghandicapwinnerfrom6lbhighermarklastspringandbesteffortforawhilewhenﬁndingonlyanunexposed 3-y-o too strong at Nottingham last month. Underlined inconsistency with a heavy defeat at Southwell since. TFRHHHII BHA87

12 GOOBINATOR (USA) (112) 14/5/1-45 D 8 8-2 (12)

Br Ch g Noble Mission - Lilac Lilly (USA)

Andrew Mullen J

O Mr T. G. Leslie Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Fred W. Hertrich III & John D. Fielding

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual purpose performer who proved he retains his ability following 18 months off when successful at Catterick (12f, heavy) in October Not disgraced under either code since and he’ll probably be plugging on for minor honours. TFRHHHII BHA84

13 MR ESCOBAR

(IRE) (336)

105050- 6 8-2 (8)

Br B g Epaulette (AUS) - Naalatt (IRE) Sean Dylan Bowen (3) J

O Bowes Lodge Stables W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B Mr David Harrison

TIMEFORM VIEW In top hands but didn’t always look straightforward on the level and he ran out over hurdles 3 weeks ago. Others more persuasive from out of the weights. TFRHHHII BHA78

DECLARED RUNNERS 13

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Visor worn ﬁrst time by No. 1. Hood worn by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3, 7, 8.

Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 9. Stewards Note:

TASHKHAN: Following its run on 23/8/2024 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.

AQWAAM: Following its run on 10/5/2024 it was reported that the horse ﬁnished lame.

Probable S.P.’s: 6-1 Vera Verto (IRE), 13-2 Emiyn (FR), Spirit Mixer (GB), 11-1 Aqwaam (GB), 12-1 Tashkhan (IRE), Zoffee (GB), 14-1 Solent Gateway (IRE), Mr Escobar (IRE), 16-1 Shanroe (GB), Zealandia (FR), 18-1 Sheradann (FR), Goobinator (USA), 28-1 Roberto Escobarr (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

VERA VERTO won off a higher mark last autumn and a runner-up effort at Killarney 3 weeks ago conﬁrms she’s back in excellent order With that in mind, she makes as much appeal as any of these, with Emiyn and Aqwaam (returning from a break) a couple of potential threats.

Don’t forget to bet on the 3:00 at DONCASTER, 3:10 at LINGFIELD PARK and 3:15 at BATH.

Helping build

Full building envelope solutions including Steel

Framing, Rainscreen

Cladding, Insulated

Render, Building

Remediation, & Glazing. your future

DONCASTER DONCASTER DONCASTER

THE BETFRED PARK STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 2)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £140000

Owners Prize Money 1st £62384, 2nd £25606, 3rd £12810, 4th £6398, 5th £3206, 6th £1596

(Penalty Value £79394)

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

colours no horse

1 POET MASTER (IRE) (55) 101-151 CD

4 9-9 (1)

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

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

B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 4-y-o who cranked it up another notch when landing 6-runner Group 2 at the Curragh in July Can boast a ﬁne 5-7 strike rate and he’s a major player, even with his penalty. TFRHHHII BHA117

2 KINROSS (GB) (46) 122-203 CD BF

7 9-6 (10)

Br B g Kingman - Ceilidh House Rossa Ryan J

O Mr Marc Chan Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Lawn Stud R M Beckett Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart sort who won the Lennox Stakes at Goodwood in 2023 and shaped well in latest renewal of that race when 5 lengths third to Audience 46 days ago caught further back than ideal. Won this race in 2022 and he’s a major player on these terms. TFRHHHHI BHA112

3 POGO (IRE) (46) 4-42345 D

8 9-6 (2)

Br B or Br h Zebedee - Cute Silvestre De Sousa J

O Gary and Linnet Woodward Charles Hills, Lambourn T

B Thomas Foy Stonegate Homes S

TIMEFORM VIEW Still smart at the age of 8 but seemingly not quite capable nowadays of his peak rating, never able to land a blow in the Lennox Stakes in July TFRHHIII BHA108

4 POPMASTER (IRE) (28) 2-60005 C D 6 9-6 (8)

Br Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) - Best New Show (IRE) Ross Coakley J

O Laurence Bellman Ed Walker Upper Lambourn T

B Grangemore Stud ABM Catering Facilities Management S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart performance when landing listed race at Newbury a year ago and matched that with a huge effort in handicap company at Ascot soon after Failed to ﬁnish better than ﬁfth in a handful of starts in 2024 and this no easy race to bounce back in. TFRHHIII BHA105

5 SHOULDVEBEENARING (GB) (7) 260130 D 4 9-6 (7)

Br Gr c Havana Grey - Lady Estella (IRE) Sean Levey J

O Middleham Park Racing XVIII Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

B Whitsbury Manor Stud Middleham Park Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Acquitted himself well in some Group 1s last year notably when just denied in the Sprint Cup Best effort this season when good second in Duke ofYork at the Dante Meeting (picked up a Group 2 at Deauville) but wasn’t really on a“going day back at Haydock last week. TFRHHHII BHA111

6 VETIVER (GB) (45) 35-0614 D 4 9-3 (9)

Br Ch f Twilight Son - Poana (FR) Daniel Tudhope J

O Cheveley Park Stud

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Cheveley Park Stud Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful fully who bounced back to form to land 8-runner listed race at Chelmsford (7f) in July Not ideally placed in the Oak Tree Stakes at Goodwood since so needs treating as though still in top form This is a pretty tall order however. TFRHHIII BHA105

7 AL SHABAB STORM (GB) (20) 221121 D 3 9-2 (5)

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Improving son of Advertise who won a handicap/listed race over 7f at Chester in the summer and showed really likeable attitude when adding to tally in Group 3 company at Bade-Baden 3 weeks ago Touch more needed but he’s going the right way. TFRHHHII BHA110

8 LAKE FOREST (GB) (56) 2410-22 3 9-2 (6)

Br Ch c No Nay Never (USA) - Lady Aquitaine (USA) J

O Tony Bloom & Ian McAleavy William Haggas, Newmarket T

B Sahara Group Holdings Somerville Lodge Ltd S

LAKE (GB) (6) aine (USA) To Sahar

TIMEFORM VIEW Gimcrack winner last August and good

9 LEAD ARTIST (GB) (43) 2131

Br B c Dubawi (IRE) - Obligate

O Juddmonte

3 9-2 (3)

Kieran Shoemark J

John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T

B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Juddmonte Farms Inc S

TIMEFORMVIEWProgressivecoltwhotookthenextstepinhisdevelopmentwhenovercomingapacebiastolandtheThoroughbredStakes over 1m at Goodwood last month. Uncomplicated start who can improve again so major claims back in trip TFRHHHHH BHA112

10 FOLGARIA (IRE) (28) 11-1060 D

3 8-13 (4)

Br B f Due Diligence (USA) - Full Moon Fever (IRE) Hollie Doyle J

O Mr Teruya Yoshida Marco Botti, Newmarket T

B T. Boylan Shadai Farm S

TIMEFORM VIEW Unbeaten in 5 starts in Italy for Stefano Botti last year and having transferred to Britain, she made a winning reappearance in the Fred Darling. Modest since, though. TFRHHIII BHA104

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2023: SANDRINE 4 9 3 Oisin Murphy 11-2 (Andrew Balding) 5 ran Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 6.

Probable S.P.’s: 5-2 Kinross (GB), 3-1 Lead Artist (GB), 11-2 Lake Forest (GB), 15-2 Poet Master (IRE), 9-1 Al Shabab Storm (GB), 28-1 Shouldvebeenaring (GB), 33-1 Folgaria (IRE), 40-1 Pogo (IRE), Vetiver (GB), 50-1 Popmaster (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

A fascinating clash between established older horses and improving 3-y-os. LEAD ARTIST is in the latter category and given he was value for extra when winning at Goodwood last month, he can take this step up in class in his stride. Kinross won this back in 2022 and is very likely to give it another good go

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LEAD ARTIST 2.KINROSS 3.POET MASTER (IRE)

DOGS

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

If you have concerns about the integrity of British racing or the wellbeing of the sport’s participants, human or equine, please contact RaceWISE. Anonymous reporting.

BEER FRESH AS HELLS

THE CAMDEN

HELLS

NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for two 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) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE DESCRIPTION

A nursery is a handicap that is restricted to two-year-olds only In order to be allowed to take part, entrants must have already run in three maiden or novice races, or have won two races, which then qualiﬁes them for an official handicap rating based on what they have achieved so far. Quite simply the higher their rating, the bigger the weight they have to carry This particular ﬁve furlong race is for horses which have been rated from 0 to 85

1 FUJI MOUNTAIN (IRE) (21) 020100 CD 9-9 (4)

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Speedy sort who came good back in calmer waters when making all in 8-runner C&D novice (soft) in July Struggled in group/listed company since but switch to handicaps in his favour and he’s proven with plenty of give underfoot. TFRHHHII BHA83

2 TEEJ A (IRE) (6) 211000 C 9-9 (5)

Br B f Mehmas (IRE) - Mild Illusion (IRE)

Andrew Elliott J

O Nick Bradley Racing 5 & E Burke K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Tally-Ho Stud Indication Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive earlier this term, winning 2 of ﬁrst 3 starts including Woodcote Stakes at Epsom (6f, soft) in May However, she’s taken backward steps subsequently, well held on nursery debut at York 6 days ago. Has good bit to prove at present even allowing for the ease in class. TFRHHHII BHA83

3 PONT

NEUF (IRE)

(21) 11005 D

Br Ch g Cotai Glory - La Seine (USA)

O Eden Racing

9-9 (1)

Georgia Dobie J

Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury T

B Abbas Akbar Al Muila Muila ABM Catering Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 5f novices at Kempton (AW) and Salisbury (heavy) on ﬁrst 2 starts but struggled in better company more recently seeming to ﬁnd 6f too far in valuable sales’ race at Newmarket 3 weeks ago. Will hold more chance now handicapping. TFRHHHII BHA83

4 ARDENNES

(IRE) (21) 61240

Br B g Soldier’s Call - Girl Invader

O Kingsdown Thoroughbreds

B Ballyhane

9-9 (7)

Oisin Orr J

Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn T

ABM Catering Facilities Management S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won second of 2 starts in novice company and solid start in nurseries when fourth of 16 at Goodwood (6f) despite overdoing things a shade in front. Struggled at listed level next time but return to handicaps an obvious plus if conditions don’t pose a problem. TFRHHHHI BHA83

5 INVINCIBLE SONG (IRE)

(18) 30241 D

Br B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Aimhirgin Lass (IRE)

9-4 (3)

Rob Hornby J

O Totaii Limited Brian Meehan, Manton T

B Irish National Stud Sirecam Europe S

TIMEFORM VIEW Invincible Spirit filly who stepped forward when fourth on handicap debut and first-time blinkers seemed the catalyst for further progress when making all at Ripon (5f, good to firm) 18 days ago, by 1 1/2 lengths from Invincible Annice. Respected up 6lb. TFRHHHHI BHA78

6 HAVANA GILA

(GB) (11) 510053 D

Br B f Havana Gold (IRE) - With Caution (IRE)

9-4 (9)

Jim Crowley J

O Mr Harold Nass Harry Eustace, Newmarket T

B Rockville Pike Partnership Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened account at York (5f) in June and back to that sort of form of late third of 7 in nursery at Goodwood (6f good) 11 days ago, every chance over 1f out and not quicken. Return to the minimum trip in her favour on that evidence. TFRHHHII BHA78

7 JM JHINGREE (IRE) (20) 513006 D

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - La Pergola (FR)

O MPS Racing & The Ayrshire Tradesmen 1

9-2 (6)

James Sullivan J

John & Sean Quinn, Malton T

B L. Foley & Ballygowan Bloodstock Ltd JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 5f Redcar maiden in May before a good third in Beverley conditions’ event. Has found progress stalling more recently though, not looking particularly well treated when sixth of 8 in nursery (15/2) at Beverley (5f good) 20 days ago. Others more persuasive. TFRHHHII BHA76

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

KODIBEAT (GB) (91) 154 D

Br B f Kodiac - Corazon Canarias (FR)

O Hill Top Equestrian Centre Ltd

B Branton Court Stud LLP

8-13 (8)

Sean Kirrane J

Lawrence Mullaney, Newark T

TIMEFORMVIEW Bredtobeaspeedy2-y-oandprovedjustthatwhenmakingawinningdebutatKempton(5f)inApril.Farfromdisgracedinﬁnishing midﬁeld in novice company thereafter and switch to nurseries in her favour having joined new yard for 12,000 gns in July TFRHHHII BHA73

9 INVINCIBLE ANNICE (IRE) (10) 100421 D 8-12 (2)

Br B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Mokhtarah (IRE)

O Nick Bradley Racing 5 & E Burke

B Saoirse Trading & Irish National Stud

Pierre-Louis Jamin J

K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

Indication Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWRanwellwhenchasinghomeInvincibleSongatRipononpenultimatestartandconﬁrmedasmuchwhengoingoneplacebetterinHamilton novice (5f, soft) 10 days ago, leading over 2f out and always holding on. Appeals as the type who can go on again back in nurseries. TFRHHHHH BHA72

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: BAZBALL (IRE) 2 8 9 David Egan 12-1 (K R Burke) 7 ran Blinkers worn by No. 5.

Probable S.P.’s: 9-2 Invincible Song (IRE), 5-1 Invincible Annice (IRE), 13-2 Ardennes (IRE), 7-1 Havana Gila (GB), 15-2 Pont Neuf (IRE), 9-1 Fuji Mountain (IRE), 11-1 Teej A (IRE), Kodibeat (GB), 12-1 Jm Jhingree (IRE)

This looks competitive but INVINCIBLE ANNICE conﬁrmed the promise of her previous two starts when resuming winning ways at Hamilton 10 days ago and she appeals as the type to make her mark again returned to nursery company Ardennes, Ripon-scorer Invincible Song and Fuji Mountain, returned to calmer waters, are others to consider

Don’t forget to bet on the 3:40 at DONCASTER, 3:50 at LINGFIELD PARK and 3:55 at BATH.

HORSE WELFARE

At all of our race meetings, there are three equine vets on duty They are equipped and positioned to give immediate care to a horse should it require it. This may involve screens being erected around a horse to give the veterinary team privacy to administer treatment and does not necessarily mean the worst. The same applies with doctors and jockeys.

DONCASTER DONCASTER DONCASTER

3.40 1m 6f 115y

THE BETFRED ST LEGER STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 1) (British Champions Series)

for three yrs old colts and ﬁllies

Total prize fund £743000

Owners Prize Money 1st £331081, 2nd £135895, 3rd £67985, 4th £33955, 5th £17015, 6th £8470. (Penalty Value £421355.30)

Br Breeding O Owner

B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

colours no horse

1 DEIRA MILE (IRE) (21) 324-142 BF 9-3 (6)

Br B c Camelot - Fastnet Mist (IRE) Jason Watson J

O Green Team Racing Owen Burrows, Lambourn T

B Churchtown House Stud Green Team Racing Stable S

TIMEFORM VIEW Wide-margin winner of Windsor novice on return before running a cracker in ﬁrst-time cheekpieces when 7 1/2 lengths fourth in Derby at Epsom. Only just failed back from a break in listed race atWindsor 3 weeks ago but free-going ways is a concern going up in distance. TFRHHIII BHA110

2 GROSVENOR SQUARE (IRE) (28) 31-3021 9-3 (3)

Br B c Galileo (IRE) - Wadyhatta Gavin Ryan J

O M Tabor/D Smith/Mrs J Magnier/Westerberg Aidan O’Brien, Ireland T

B Lynch Bages Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasclearlyimprovedforthestepuptothistrip worndownonlyclosehomeinCurraghCupbeforerunawaywinnerofIrishStLegerTrialatthe Curragh 4 weeks ago Hard to know exactly what he achieved for latter success (main rivals below form) but respected all the same. TFRHHHII BHA113

3 ILLINOIS (IRE) (24) 3-32122 9-3 (7)

Br B c Galileo (IRE) - Danedrop (IRE) W. M. Lordan J

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

B Coolmore

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive sort who proved his stamina for this trip when winning the Queen’s Vase at Royal Ascot. Good second in Grand Prix de Paris at Longchamp next time before going down only narrowly in Great Voltigeur at York TFRHHHHI BHA116

4 JAN BRUEGHEL (IRE) (44) 111

9-3 (4)

Br B c Galileo (IRE) - Devoted To You (IRE) Sean Levey J

O Westerberg/Mrs J Magnier/M Tabor/D Smith Aidan O’Brien, Ireland T

B Barronstown Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Wide-margin winner of a maiden at the Curragh on debut and overcame the rise in class/greenness to follow up in 10f Group 3 there. Toughed it out well to maintain his unbeaten record in Gordon Stakes at Goodwood and extra distance promises to suit. Big shout. TFRHHHHI BHA114

5 SUNWAY (FR) (49) 1-52024

9-3 (2)

Br B c Galiway - Kensea (FR) C. Soumillon J

O Guy Pariente Holding & Qatar Racing Ltd David Menuisier, Pulborough T

B Guy Pariente Holding SPRL Tweenhills Farm & Stud S

TIMEFORMVIEWWinnerofGroup1CriteriumInternationalatSaint-Cloudonﬁnal2-y-ostart.Yettoscorethisseasonbuttookformtoanotherlevelwhensecond in Irish Derby, staying on strongly Again shaped like a stayer when fourth in King George at Ascot so big run expected stepping up in trip TFRHHHHH BHA115

6 WILD WAVES (IRE) (21) 4-51104 CD

Br Ch c Crystal Ocean - Guenea

O Jeremy & Germaine Hitchins

9-3 (1)

Daniel Tudhope J

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Guenea Partnership Kingsclere Stud S

TIMEFORMVIEWLookedveryprogressivewhenwinningﬁrst2handicaps,latterlyoverthisC&D Canhavealineputthroughnextrun(slippedbadly)andgotback on the up when fourth in Melrose atYork coming from further back than the trio that beat him. Remains with potential but this is a big ask.TFRHIIII BHA95

7 YOU GOT TO ME (GB) (23) 5-14412

9-0 (5)

Br B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Brushing Hector Crouch J

O Valmont & Newsells Park Stud Bldstk.24

Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Dullingham Park Stud & Sarabex R M Beckett Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won Oaks Trial at Lingﬁeld on return before making the frame in Oaks at Epsom and Ribblesdale at Ascot. Took another step forward ﬁtted with a tongue strap when winning the Irish Oaks at the Curragh before good second inYorkshire Oaks. Likely to stay and receives 3lb from the colts. TFRHHHHI BHA113

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2023: CONTINUOUS (JPN) 3 9 3 Ryan Moore 3-1 (Aidan O’Brien) 9 ran

Blinkers worn ﬁrst time by No 1. Hood worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 5, 7. Stewards Note:

SUNWAY: Following its run on 27/7/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Probable S.P.’s: 2-1 Illinois (IRE), 9-2 Jan Brueghel (IRE), 5-1 You Got To Me (GB), 11-2 Grosvenor Square (IRE), 7-1 Sunway (FR), 20-1 Deira Mile (IRE), 80-1 Wild Waves (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Aidan O’Brien typically holds a strong hand as he bids for a seventh success in the oldest Classic, while Ralph Beckett tries to win this with a ﬁlly once again, but SUNWAY looks the value call. His close second in the Irish Derby puts him right up there in terms of form and the longer distance promises to suit. The unbeaten Jan Brueghel has the most potential in the ﬁeld and rates the main threat, though stablemate Illinois is also well in the mix on his narrow Great Voltigeur second.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SUNWAY (FR) 2.JAN BRUEGHEL (IRE) 3.ILLINOIS (IRE)

130+ organisations are harnessing racing’s assets to help others

THANK YOU

Thank you to Medics UK, Spark Medical and North West Ambulance Service for their invaluable services to all at Chester Racecourse during this meeting.

Integrity Education Programme

• Provides

and

• Explains

FIFTH RACE 4.05

THE VIRGIN BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £40000

Owners Prize Money 1st £16064, 2nd £8032, 3rd £4016, 4th £2008, 5th £1004, 6th £500, 7th £252, 8th £124. (Penalty Value £20384)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile, two and a half furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 71 to 90 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 CITY STREAK (GB) (77) 10-2100 CD

Br Ch g Cityscape - Daffydowndilly Harry Davies J

O Lord Blyth Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Lemington Grange Stud Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Boasts an excellent record here, gaining a second C&D success in May Found things tougher from inﬂated mark both starts thereafter but the assessor has eased his grip a little and no surprise to see a better showing back here/returning from a break. TFRHHHII BHA92

2 MAGHLAAK (GB) (21) 32-1053 D 5 9-8 (2)

Br B g Muhaarar - Ghanaati (USA) Jim Crowley J

O Shadwell Estate Company Ltd Charles Hills, Lambourn T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Overcame an 11-month absence to land Goodwood handicap (9.9f, soft) in May Hasn’t quite kicked on as may have been expected in trio of starts since but latest third upped to 12f was up there with his best. Entitled to give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA89

3 HAVE

SECRET

(IRE) (21) 55-2336 D 4 9-8 (9)

Br Ch g Havana Gold (IRE) - Secret Existence (IRE) Oisin Orr J

O Peter Timmins, John Rhodes & Partner Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Kildaragh Stud Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since his juvenile days but hard to knock his consistency his latest sixth in big-ﬁeld York handicap (10.2f) deserving of being marked up having been stuck on the outside. Respected with conditions holding no fears. TFRHHHHI BHA89

4

ZARABANDA (IRE) (9) 040404 D

5 9-7 (3)

Br Ch m Teoﬁlo (IRE) - Zabeel Park (USA) Ben Robinson J

O Mr Chris Napthine David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Godolphin Gain Equine Nutrition S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 3 times in 2023 Form in-and-out this season but better effort with sights lowered when fourth of 10 in handicap (11/1) at Haydock (10.2f, good) 9 days ago. Eased a little more in the weights ahead of this. TFRHHHII BHA88

PADDY THE SQUIRE

(GB) (32) 02212-2 D 4 9-6 (6)

Br B c Golden Horn - Provenance Andrew Mullen J

O Mr Ian Jones Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Usefulformat3yrs(winnerat10f).Seeminglynottheeasiesttotrainbutproducedahighlyencouragingeffortafter12monthsoff/followingwind op when second of 9 in handicap at Hamilton (9.2f, good) 32 days ago, keeping on well. Still low mileage and there could be more to come. TFRHHHII BHA87

6 LOYAL TOUCH (IRE) (14) 000063 CD 4 9-5 (4)

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

O TW Racing Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Barronstown Stud Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWWellservedbyrunofracewhenresumingwinningwaysoverC&DinJune.Keptbusyandmoremissthanhitthereafterbutrecentefforts from a sliding mark have been a bit more like it. Conditions will hold no fears but others appeal a little more for win purposes. TFRHHHII BHA86

Br Ch g Anodin (IRE) - Gwenseb (FR) Sean Dylan Bowen (3) J

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

B Wertheimer & Frere Akela Plant Hire Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Heavy ground winner on ﬁnal start at 3yrs and showing encouraging signs of late, big effort when third at York (10.2f) in July Probably best not judged too harshly on latest Ayr third behind more prominently-ridden rivals and respected under good-value claimer TFRHHHHH BHA84

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

8

GALLANT LION (GB) (80) 50-3640 D

Br Ro g Roaring Lion (USA) - Lysanda (GER)

O GL Racing

B The Lysanda Partnership

4 9-1 (7)

Adam Farragher J

Alan King, Barbury Castle T

TIMEFORM VIEW Racked up a 4-timer last summer and shaped up well initially for new stable earlier this season. May of found race coming too soon when seventh in Cumberland Plate at Carlisle in June and he’s the type to give a good account back from a break. TFRHHHII BHA82

9

FIRST OFFICER (IRE) (30) 145020 D 5 8-12 (1)

Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Weekend Strike (USA) Jonny Peate (3) J

O Mr Bryan Hirst & Jane Chapple-Hyam Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket T

B Coolmore

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning reappearance at Windsor in April and largely creditable efforts in defeat since, not beaten at all far when seventh in handicap back at that venue 30 days ago. Mark does look about right, however TFRHHHII BHA79

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: BOX TO BOX (IRE) 4 9 7 David Probert 13-2 (Hugo Palmer) 10 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. Stewards Note:

STRESSFREE: Following its run on 29/7/2024 it was reported that the horse would prefer a slower surface. FIRST OFFICER: Following its run on 15/8/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on.

Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 Maghlaak (GB), 5-1 Have Secret (IRE), 11-2 Paddy The Squire (GB), 7-1 Stressfree (FR), 9-1 City Streak (GB), 10-1 Gallant Lion (GB), 11-1 Zarabanda (IRE), 12-1 Loyal Touch (IRE), 14-1 First Officer (IRE)

STRESSFREE was unable to land a blow when third behind more prominently-ridden rivals at Ayr last time yet he had previously shaped most encouragingly in handicaps at Doncaster/York and, lurking on a handy mark, he’s fancied to be seen in a much better light on this occasion. Have Secret and Paddy The Squire are others to consider, along with Maghlaak. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.STRESSFREE (FR) 2.HAVE SECRET (IRE) 3.PADDY THE SQUIRE Don’t forget to bet on the 4:10 at MUSSELBURGH, 4:15 at DONCASTER, 4:23 at LINGFIELD PARK and 4:30 at BATH.

You must be

18 or over to place a bet

You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet

If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted

THE WILSON FAMILY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

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 seven and a half furlong handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 66 to 85 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 85 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 80

(14)

Br B g Requinto (IRE) - Kitty Softpaws (IRE) Charlie Maggs (7) J

O Mrs Carol Shaw Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Ballyphilip Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Notched fourth success round here in July and has followed that with a couple of solid efforts in defeat (both at this course) but stall 13 could make things tricky Engaged 5.05 here Friday

2 YERMANTHERE (IRE) (24) 0-00001

(9)

Br Ch g Fast Company (IRE) - Fast Jazz (IRE) Sean Kirrane J

O Mr Ian Hamilton & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Kilnamoragh Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Irish import who opened his account at the ﬁfth attempt for present connections at Carlisle (7f, good to soft) last month. Remains feasibly treated up 4lb but may ﬁnd one or two too good this time all the same. TFRHHHII BHA84

3 PEARL EYE (GB) (7) 144550 D

Br B g Expert Eye - Treat Gently

4 9-12 (5)

Franny Norton J

O Mr R. Nugent Darryll Holland, Newmarket T

B Andrew Davis

TIMEFORMVIEWMadeawinningreappearanceoveramileatPontefractinMayanddidn’tdomuchwrongwhenfourthof11here8dayslater Form has taken a turn for the worse during second half of this season, though, and he now has a bit to prove. TFRHHIII BHA83

4 TITAN ROCK (GB) (56) 001000 D

6 9-11 (10)

Br B g Belardo (IRE) - Frabjous J

O Mr Ross Harmon & Partner

B Maywood Stud

NON-RUNNER

John & Sean Quinn, Malton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Took the Thirsk Hunt Cup in a ﬁrst-time hood in May but has barely beaten a rival home in 3 subsequent starts and stall 10 is hardly ideal. TFRHHIII BHA82

5 THEME PARK (GB) (21) 505150 D

Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Queen’s Prize

4 9-10 (1)

Faye McManoman J

O Martin Webb Racing Nigel Tinkler Malton T

B Queen Elizabeth II WJ Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back on the scoresheet at York (1m, good to ﬁrm) in July and wasn’t disgraced when mid-ﬁeld over 10.2f there 3 weeks ago. Handed the plum draw but it could actually count against him if, as has often been the case, he is slow off the blocks. Conditions are also a cause for concern.TFRHHHII BHA81

6 ON THE RIVER (GB) (19) 041404 D 5 9-10 (12)

Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Lady Lekki (IRE) Oisin McSweeney (3) J

O Mr W. A. Bethell Harriet Bethell, Arnold T

B Daniel Shapiro Beverley Racecourse S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged second win of present campaign when narrowly prevailing at Ripon (1m, good) during the summer Latest fourth over the same C&D was a decent effort and he’s effective on deep ground but stall 12 could be an issue. TFRHHHII BHA81

7 CORI GLORY (IRE) (63) 620-100 4 9-10 (3)

Br Ch f Cotai Glory - Sakaka Jack Garritty J

O Mark Walford Racing Club

Mark Walford, Sheriﬀ Hutton T

B Philip Gilligan & Anne Gilligan Mark Walford Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 4-y-o who was better than ever when winning 6-runner handicap at Catterick (7f soft) on return in May Latest effort at Ascot was fair but she’s effective when the mud is ﬂying and could have a part to play from stall 3 here if able to bounce back. TFRHHHHI BHA81

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

LEGAL REFORM

(IRE) (88) 22-0164

Br B g Lawman (FR) - Amhrasach (IRE)

7 9-10 (6)

Adam Farragher J

O GB Civil Engineering (Leicester) Ltd Michael Herrington, Willoughton T

B J. S. Bolger

TIMEFORM VIEW RegainedthewinningthreadatLingﬁeld(7f AW)duringthespringandhasn’tdisgracedhimselfbothsubsequentstarts,withoutmanaging to land a meaningful blow Placed on 4 of his 6 previous starts here and merits respect with conditions to suit from a decent draw TFRHHHII BHA81

9 MERCURIAL (IRE) (12) 262-012 C

5 9-9 (14)

Br B g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Conjuring (IRE) Sean Dylan Bowen (3) J

O Mr John Nallen John Nallen, Ireland T

B Mr Thomas Foley

TIMEFORM VIEW Belatedly added to 2-y-o maiden success here when landing a heavy-ground handicap at the Curragh (6f) in April. Followed that with a near-miss at at Roscommon recently but he hasn’t been treated kindly by the draw Engaged 5.05 here Friday TFRHHHII BHA80

10 BOY

DOUGLAS

(IRE) (14) 212203 D

Br B g New Bay - Lola Ridge (IRE)

O Mr F Lowe and Mr M Dods

4 9-9 (8)

Andrew Mullen J

Michael Dods, Darlington T

B Corrin Stud & New Bay Syndicate Magnus Homes S

TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfulundertestingconditionsatAyrasa2-y-oand,havingmissedthemajorityof2023,hedoubledhistallyatthesame course in June. Solid placed efforts on 3 of his 4 subsequent starts and another bold show could be on the way TFRHHHII BHA80

11 SERENITY DREAM (IRE) (140) 01-6

3 9-8 (4)

Br Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Playfull Spirit Oisin Orr J

O Mr Peter Done Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Merry Fox Stud Limited Peninsula Business Services Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Wasn’t knocked about on debut at Haydock last June and stepped up on that when scoring a month later at Kempton. However absent since ﬁnishing sixth of 8 on return at Wolverhampton (8.6f) in April and needs to get back on track starting out for new yard here. TFRHHIII BHA84

TRANSITIONING

(GB) (64) 1461 CD 3 9-6 (7)

Br B g Land Force (IRE) - Scarborough Fair Rob Hornby J

O Mr Michael Blencowe & Partner Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Houghton Bloodstock UK Ltd Moretons Investments Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Good pedigree and made winning start to his career at Doncaster in May Completely misﬁred on handicap bow at Newmarket but ﬁrmly back on track when seeing off 6 rivals over this C&D (good to soft) last time and a 4lb rise for that is fair enough. TFRHHHII BHA82

13

PHOENIX PASSION (IRE) (31) 311115 D 3 9-5 (11)

Br B g Too Darn Hot - Souvenir Delondres (FR) Jim Crowley J

O Opulence Thoroughbreds

Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn T

B Stratford Place Stud ABM Catering Facilities Management S

TIMEFORMVIEWHasthrivedthisyear,completingthefour-timerwhendead-heatingatKempton(1m)inJune.WinningruncametoanendoverthesameC&D next time but he wasn’t beaten far and while his double-digit draw isn’t ideal, this 3-y-o could be a threat with conditions no problem. TFRHHHII BHA81

14 PITNEY (IRE) (21) 1-02504

Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Merciﬁlly (FR)

O The Gene Genies

3 9-3 (2)

Jonny Peate (3) J

Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

B Haras Du Saubouas & F. Bragato Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner ofan AW novice at 2 yrs and left his fair reappearance effort well behind when going close in a soft-ground C&D handicap in June. Has failed to reproduce that form in 3 subsequent starts but he’s interesting back here from a handy draw TFRHHHHH BHA79

DECLARED RUNNERS 14

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Blinkers worn by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 14 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 9. Stewards Note:

CORI GLORY: Following its run on 13/7/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly

Probable S.P.’s: 15-2 Transitioning (GB), 8-1 Mercurial (IRE), 9-1 Pitney (IRE), 10-1 Boy Douglas (IRE), 11-1 Theme Park (GB), Phoenix Passion (IRE), 12-1 Yermanthere (IRE), On The River (GB), Legal Reform (IRE), 14-1 Paws For Thought (IRE), 18-1 Cori Glory (IRE), 22-1 Serenity Dream (IRE), 28-1 Pearl Eye (GB)

SMARTER

PITNEY produced his best effort yet when going down narrowly over C&D in June and, though not in the same form since, he will have every chance if able to get back on track returned to this venue. Cori Glory, who promises to be suited by this sharp track, is an appealing each-way proposition, while Boy Douglas and Legal Reform are others to consider Theme Park is on a good mark but conditions are a worry where he is concerned.

Don’t forget to bet on the 4:45 at MUSSELBURGH, 4:50 at DONCASTER, 4:58 at LINGFIELD PARK and 5:05 at BATH.

PLAY

CHESTER RACECOURSE

FEATURING THE OOMPAH BAND, THE DANGER GOAT

SATURDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER 7 - 10:30PM

THE EDINBURGH GIN

JUMP JOCKEYS CHALLENGE HANDICAP STAKES

(CLASS 4) (to be ridden by professional jump jockeys) (DIV I) for four 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) Weights lowered 3lb.

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile, four and a half furlong handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 61 to 80. 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 age st-lb Draw

1 SEA LEGEND (FR) (20) 43-1402 4 11-11 (2)

Br Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Dame du Roi (IRE) Brian Hughes J

O Mr James Fyffe & Mr Scott Fyffe Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Mr E. Puerari & SC Ecurie Ades-Hazan JF Kegs(Scotland)Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 4-y-o who made a winning start for James Fanshawe at Newcastle (10.2f) in May Failed to make the most of a good opportunity when runner-up in a Goodwood seller last time and best watched now starting out for new yard. TFRHHHII BHA82

2 CLANSMAN (GB) (140) 0-21123 D

Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Pearl Dance (USA)

6 11-10 (1)

Charlie Deutsch J

O Mrs C M Clarke, Foulrice Park Racing Ltd Liam Bailey, Middleham T

B Mr J. Dance Show Business Interiors Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran 5 times in April, including wins at Thirsk and Ripon. Off the track since and seemed in grip of handicapper when last seen, so others make more appeal on return from 140 days off TFRHHHII BHA81

3 SEA GREY (GB) (14) 0-41150 C BF

Br Gr g Ulysses (IRE) - Sensory (IRE)

O Mark Kelly Racing Syndicate

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited

5 11-7 (9)

Theo Gillard J

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdles winner at Catterick back in December and already won twice at this venue this summer Not seen to best effect either start since, meeting plenty of trouble in the run here a fortnight ago, and he remains one to stay positive about. TFRHHHHI BHA78

4 ITHACA’S ARROW (GB) (21) 06332-2 D

4 11-5 (4)

Br Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Eyeshine Ben Ffrench Davis J

O The Agincourt Partnership

Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn T

B W. Farish Snr & Flaxman Stables Ireland High View Racing Ltd, The Cherwell Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW 12f novice winner on Flat who deservedly opened his account over hurdles at Newbury (16.3f) in March. Fine effort returned to this sphere when a clear second at Goodwood 3 weeks ago and he sets a good standard on that form.TFRHHHHI BHA76

5 MASEKELA (IRE) (36) 4-03055

5 11-3 (3)

Br B g El Kabeir (USA) - Lady’s Purse Sean Quinlan J

O Green Racing Tim Easterby Malton T

B Coolawn Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives here on a lengthy losing run but has been shaping as if he’s capable of making a greater impact on recent outings, being given plenty to do when ﬁfth in handicap at Haydock (14f, ﬁrm) 36 days ago. Others perhaps strike as likelier winners. TFRHHHII BHA74

6 FURZIG (GB) (8) 461502 D 9 11-2 (10)

Br B g Monsieur Bond (IRE) - Princess Cocoa (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J

O Mr & Mrs P. Ashton Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Mr & Mrs P. Ashton

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Catterick in July and was denied only by a progressive rival a third of his age when runner-up in a 10-runner contest ﬁfth of 9 in handicap at Haydock (14f, ﬁrm) 36 days ago. Place claims again. TFRHHHII BHA73

7 OMAN (IRE) (91) 560-123 CD

Br Ch g Australia - Awohaam (IRE)

6 10-12 (6)

Jonjo O’Neill Jr J

O Xenor UK Tony Carroll, Cropthorne T

B Churchtown B/stock,Grouseridge & Carhue

TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a much-reduced mark to make a winning start for new connections here in May and would have followed up if keeping straight in a similar race here the following month, Respectable third over C&D since but he’s never been one for maximum conﬁdence. TFRHHHII BHA69

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

GREY FABLE (IRE) (49) 003211 CD

4 10-11 (8)

Br Gr g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Satwa Ruby (FR) Danny McMenamin J

O Derby Bar Syndicate Karl Thornton, Ireland T

B Eimear Mulhern

TIMEFORM VIEW Has made a ﬁne start for this yard, building on a debut second here to land back-to-back C&D events decisively in July Another 5lb rise won’t handicap him out of things and he’s highly respected. TFRHHHHH BHA68

9 GREEN TEAM (FR) (19) 003633

5 10-9 (7)

Br B g Wootton Bassett - On The Line (FR) Charlie Todd J

O Ian Williams Racing Club Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Haras d’Etreham et al

TIMEFORMVIEWTwentytworunssincelastwinin2021butconﬁrmedhimselfasbackinsomesortofformwhenthirdof10inhandicap at Epsom (12f, good, 20/1) 19 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. TFRHHHII BHA66

10 TOBETSO (IRE) (14) 300400

Br B g Kodiac - Soul Searcher (IRE)

4 10-8 (11)

Robert Dunne J

O Highgreen Partnership Declan Carroll, Malton T

B Lynn Lodge Stud Newry Construction Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Turned in his best effort of the season when fourth here early last month but subsequently failed to beat a rival at Doncaster and then virtually refused to race at Beverley a fortnight ago. Hard to fancy TFRHHHII BHA65

11 BUG

BOY

(IRE) (19) 13-0030 D

8 10-7 (5)

Br B g Big Bad Bob (IRE) - Velvetina (IRE) Niall Houlihan J

O Dr S. P. Hargreaves Tony Newcombe, Barnstaple T

B Windﬂower Overseas

TIMEFORM VIEW Not entirely disgraced when eighth of 10 in handicap at Epsom (12f good) 19 days ago. Now below last winning mark but others arrive in better form and regular slow starts remains a concern. TFRHHIII BHA64

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

2023: RESTORER 11 8 10 David Egan 13-2 (Ian Williams) 8 ran Blinkers worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 9. Stewards Note:

SEA GREY: Following its run on 31/8/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run. ITHACA’S ARROW: Following its run on 24/8/2024 it was reported that the horse showed signs of heat stress. TOBETSO: Following its run on 31/8/2024 it was reported that the horse was slowly away

Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 Grey Fable (IRE), 5-1 Ithaca’s Arrow (GB), 7-1 Green Team (FR), 15-2 Furzig (GB), 10-1 Oman (IRE), 11-1 Sea Grey (GB), 12-1 Sea Legend (FR), 14-1 Clansman (GB), Masekela (IRE), 33-1 Bug Boy (IRE), 66-1 Tobetso (IRE)

GREY FABLE has made a near-perfect start for the Karl Thornton yard and he can bring up a C&D hat-trick at the chief expense of Ithaca’s Arrow, who looked as good as ever returned to this code at Goodwood last time. Sea Grey hasn’t been seen to best effect on either outing since winning here and still can’t be written off

Don’t forget to bet on the 5:20 at MUSSELBURGH, 5:25 at DONCASTER, 5:35 at BATH and 5:50 at MUSSELBURGH

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.

NO SMOKING AREAS

We request that you kindly observe Chester Racecourse’s smoking policy Smoking is permitted in all outside areas, including balconies. Smoking is now prohibited in any enclosed area, bar or restaurant, seats within the County Stand, the terraced steps within the Tattersalls Enclosure and the Subway Ashtrays have been provided all over the course and we ask that you make use of them to keep Chester Racecourse a clean and tidy area.

MONEY BACK

* as a

if your horse loses

ON A SELECTED RACE EVERY SATURDAY

Free Live Racing

Hugh Taylor Tips

Racecards & Form

Market Movers

THE EDINBURGH GIN

JUMP JOCKEYS CHALLENGE HANDICAP STAKES

(CLASS 4) (to be ridden by professional jump jockeys) (DIV II) for four 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) Weights lowered 3lb. colours no horse

Some races can often prove very popular with owners and trainers and as a result more horses are declared to run than the official safety limit allows for. To avoid horses being denied a run which is obviously disappointing for connections, the British Horseracing Authority has allowed the previous race to be split into two divisions, with each contest carrying identical race conditions.

1 NIGHT BREEZE (IRE) (7) 311132 D 4 11-10 (2)

Br B g New Approach (IRE) - Right Direction (IRE) Charlie Todd J

O Midtech 2 Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Godolphin

Mid-Tech (Air Products) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Completed a hat-trick at Windsor in August and has remained in top form since, improving further when second of 10 in handicap at Kempton (12f, 9/2) 7 days ago. Should go well again. TFRHHHHH BHA81

2 IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU (IRE) (22) 242311 4 11-8 (3)

Br B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Three Moons (IRE)

Sean Quinlan J

O Paul & Clare Rooney Jennie Candlish, Leek T

B Paget Bloodstock & Eadling Farm Pra World Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained reward for consistency when winning handicap at Ayr (13.1f, good toﬁrm) in July before taking anotherstep forward to follow up at Ffos Las (16f, heavy) 22 days ago. That looked a tough race but he drops back in trip here and shouldn’t be ruled out. TFRHHHHI BHA79

3 DREAMS ADOZEN (FR) (14) 140202 CD 4 11-6 (1)

Br B f Kingman - Ferevia (IRE)

O Deva Racing (KM)

Gavin Sheehan J

Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

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

TIMEFORMVIEWCourse regular scored here in June and bounced back to form when runner-up over 15.9f here a fortnight ago. Consistency isn’t her strong suit but she’s not handicapped out of things. TFRHHHII BHA77

4 HAVEYOUMISSEDME (GB) (11) 200425

(5)

Br B g Helmet (AUS) - Haydn’s Lass Danny McMenamin J

O Lycett Racing Ltd & Mr I Jardine Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Whatton Manor Stud Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2022. 11/4, ran respectably when ﬁfth of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (16.2f) 11 days ago. Drops back in trip but looks well summed up by handicap mark. TFRHHHII BHA75

5 WHOLEOFTHEMOON (IRE) (127) 41354-0 5 11-3 (10)

Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Shared Experience

O Nigel Dunnington & David Shaw

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

Theo Gillard J

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over hurdles at Doncaster in December but latest outing in that sphere was underwhelming and he was only fifteenth of 16 in handicap at this course (18.6f, good to firm) returned to the Flat 127 days ago. Significantly down in trip. Has work to do. TFRHHIII BHA74

6 HALIPHON (GB) (2) 020014 CD 7 11-2 (9)

Br B g Showcasing - Harem Lady (FR) J

O Ne-Chance

B Haras D’Etreham & Eric de Chambure

NON-RUNNER

Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

Lenat International UK Ltd. S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner took advantage of a much-reduced mark to score at Haydock last week and ran creditably when fourth of 10 in handicap at Epsom (12f, soft, 11/2) 2 days ago. Can give a good account if coping with another quick turnaround. TFRHHHHI BHA73

7 JUST HISS (GB) (38) 04-4024 11 10-10 (6)

Br B g Lawman (FR) - Feather Boa (IRE) Jamie Hamilton J

O Habton Racing Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Jeremy Gompertz Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran conﬁrmed himself as back in some sort of form when fourth of 11 in handicap at Pontefract (10f good) 38 days ago. Regular slow starts temper enthusiasm at this course, though. TFRHHHII BHA67

Br Breeding O Owner

B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

HALIPHON

CHILLED

OUT (IRE) (23) 115560

Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Gussy Goose (IRE)

O Racehorse Ownership Club

B Mrs Noreen McManus

5 10-9 (8)

Aaron Anderson J

Michael Wigham, Newmarket T

Racehorse Ownership Club S

TIMEFORMVIEWWonﬁrst2startsforthisyardbackinMaybuthasn’tbeenabletolandatellingblowsince,albeitashadekeenerthanidealwhen seventh of 8 in handicap (14/1) at Chelmsford City (14f) 23 days ago. Tongue strap back on. Others more persuasive. TFRHHHII BHA66

9 V POWER (GB) (63) 0/60-204

Br B g Protectionist (GER) - Vagabonde (IRE)

O FRN - Chepstow Club

B Power Thoroughbreds Germany Gmbh

4 10-9 (4)

Charlie Deutsch J

Thomas Faulkner Devauden T

Valley Water Services Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Still lightly raced for his age and he ran creditably after a 4-month break when fourth of 8 in handicap at this C&D (soft, 20/1) 63 days ago. Place claims. TFRHHHII BHA66

10 MILLIONS MEMORIES (GB) (345) 001000- D 8 10-7 (7)

Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Millestan (IRE)

O Mr D. B. Roberts

B Bugley Stud (Millestan) Partnership

Lee Edwards J

Dave Roberts, Kenley T

TIMEFORM VIEW Justiﬁed support to win a weak event at Salisbury in June but has ﬁnished soundly beaten all 3 outings since and is easily overlooked again. TFRHIIII BHA64

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 7. Stewards Note:

2023: (See Div 1)

WHOLEOFTHEMOON: Following its run on 10/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P.’s: 3-1 Night Breeze (IRE), 4-1 It’s All About You (IRE), 13-2 Dreams Adozen (FR), 7-1 Haveyoumissedme (GB), 18-1 V Power (GB), 20-1 Just Hiss (GB), 22-1 Chilled Out (IRE), 50-1 Wholeofthemoon (IRE), 150-1 Millions Memories (GB) PLAY

NIGHT BREEZE has barely put a foot wrong this summer and Ian Williams’ gelding can resume winning ways after an improved effort in defeat last time. It’s All About You had a tough race at Ffos Las last time but arrives seeking a hat-trick and has to be respected, with Dreams Adozen rounding out the shortlist.

Don’t forget to bet on the 6:05 at BATH and 6:20 at MUSSELBURGH.

LOST CHILDREN

Our stewards have a supply of white wristbands that can be used to write your telephone number on and place around you children’s wrist in case they get lost, that way we can re-unite you much quicker If you lose your child on a raceday, please alert a steward who will be able to get a radio call out to other stewards within the vicinity. Equally, if you have found a lost child on-course, please alert a steward as quickly as possible.

BAR CLOSING TIMES

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

Hospitality

General Admission

half an hour after ﬁnal race

REGULATIONS AND NOTICES

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

FORCE MAJEURE

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

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

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

PRIOR TO THE COMMENCEMENT OF RACE MEETING

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

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

3.1 The Chester Race Company Ltd Database is owned and used solely by the Chester Race Company Group, which comprises Chester Racecourse, Bangor on Dee Racecourse and Express by Holiday Inn at Chester Racecourse,

with reference to the Data Protection Act 1998 (amended 2000)

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

ONCE THE RACE MEETING HAS COMMENCED

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

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

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

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

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

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

10 All unauthorised photography and any flash photography is strictly prohibited. Racedays at Chester are attended by the media and given coverage on TV, radio, online and in print. From time-to-time, we also capture images and moving video of racegoers attending a day at Chester Racecourse. Footage and videos can often be used on social media or in promotional materials the racecourse produces By entering the racecourse, attendees are accepting they may appear in such coverage. Each Attendee will give any additional consents or waivers required for the

unrestricted lawful use of any coverage (if any) without request for payment or imposing any other conditions.

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

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

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

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

15 Lost or stolen badges will not be replaced.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

RACE CONDITIONS & TODAY’S OFFICIALS

First Race 1.35 - THE JUDDMONTE EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 2) (for horses in Bands A, B, C and D) (EBF Restricted Race Qual.) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15288 to the winning horse The second to receive £7167, the third £3588, the fourth £1791, the fifth £897 the sixth £444 the seventh £225 and the eighth £111. for maiden two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, which are in Bands A, B, C, and D. Enter by noon, September 9th and pay £150 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 12th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb Allowances: Band B from Band A 2lb Band C from Band B 2lb Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). JUDDMONTE has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the handler in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1,000 towards the prize money for this race. All horses which are placed in the first six in an EBF Restricted Maiden or Novice race qualifier in 2024 will be qualified to run in either THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for fillies only) at Goodwood on 25 September 2024 or THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for colts and geldings only) at York on 11 October 2024 Both races will be run over seven furlongs. NOTE: Horses entered or declared in a race which is subsequently abandoned will not be eligible to enter a Final. 18 entries at £150 - Closed September 9th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £12048; Second £6024; Third £3012; Fourth £1506; Fifth £753; Sixth £375; Seventh £189; Eighth £93. (Penalty Value £15288) A SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.05 - THE VIRGIN BET STAND CUP 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 March 31st, 2024 Enter by noon, September 9th and pay £300 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 12th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 11lb; fillies 8st 6lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 5lb; fillies 9st Penalties, after March 31st 2024 a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb Virgin Bet have kindly sponsored this race and will present mementoes to the winning owner trainer and jockey, and award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 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. 15 entries at £300 - Closed September 9th, 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 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.40 - THE LIVESCORE BET WATERGATE CUP (CLASS 2 HERITAGE HANDICAP) 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, September 9th and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 12th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 12lb Penalties, after September 7th, 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 will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition they will award £50 to the handler responsible for 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 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. 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. 17 entries at £500 - Closed September 9th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £40160; Second £20080; Third £10040; Fourth £5020; Fifth £2510; Sixth £1250; Seventh £630; Eighth £310. (Penalty Value £50960) SS SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.20 - THE CAMDEN HELLS NURSERY 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 two yrs old only Rated 0-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, September 9th and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 12th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 7th, 2024, for each race won 6lb Budweiser Brewing Group have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey, and award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee responsible for the Best Turned Out horse. 17 entries at £100 - Closed September 9th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £8032; Second £4016; Third £2008; Fourth £1004; Fifth £502; Sixth £250; Seventh £126; Eighth £62. (Penalty Value £10192) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.05 - THE VIRGIN BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) 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, the sixth £592, the seventh £300 and the eighth £148. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £200 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher or £40 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £160 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 12th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 7th, 2024 for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Virgin Bet have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey, and award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee responsible for the Best Turned Out horse. 22 entries, 1 at £40 and 21 at £200 - Closed September 9th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £16064; Second £8032; Third £4016; Fourth £2008; Fifth £1004; Sixth £500; Seventh £252; Eighth £124. (Penalty Value £20384) SS SEE PAGE 46 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.40 - THE WILSON FAMILY 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. September 12th. 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 September 7th, 2024 for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb The Wilson Family will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey and award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee responsible for the Best Turned Out horse. 25 entries, 1 at £20 and 24 at £100 - Closed September 9th, 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 50 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.15 - THE EDINBURGH GIN JUMP JOCKEYS CHALLENGE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (to be ridden by professional jump jockeys) (DIV I) 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £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. September 12th. Lowest weight 10st 7lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after September 7th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Edinburgh Gin will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey, and award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee responsible for the Best Turned Out horse. To be ridden by Professional National Hunt Jockeys ENTRANTS AGREE THAT HORSES WILL BE RIDDEN BY PROFESSIONAL JOCKEYS LICENSED TO RIDE IN STEEPLE CHASES AND HURDLE RACES UNDER RULE (D)3.3.2 AND SUCH RIDERS QUALIFIED UNDER RULE (D)27 (Jockeys who have ridden more than 50 winners on the Flat will not be permitted to ride in this race) (Additionally Conditional Jockeys and Amateur Riders are not qualified to ride in this race) The Riders Allowances under paragraphs 52 to 58 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may NOT be claimed in this race. The British Horseracing Authority has modified Rule (F)36.5 and Rules (F)140 to (F)143 of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race. Jockeys must have been licensed on Monday, 9 September 13 entries at £100 - Closed September 9th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £8032; Second £4016; Third £2008; Fourth £1004; Fifth £502; Sixth £250; Seventh £126; Eighth £62. (Penalty Value £10192) Weights lowered 3lbs. A SS SEE PAGE 54 FOR THIS RACE.

Eighth Race 5.55 - THE EDINBURGH GIN JUMP JOCKEYS CHALLENGE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (to be ridden by professional jump jockeys) (DIV II) 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £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. September 12th. Lowest weight 10st 7lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after September 7th, 2024 for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Edinburgh Gin will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey, and award a cash prize of £50 to the

SATURDAY 14TH SEPTEMBER - VIRGIN BET AUTUMN RACING FOOD & DRINK WEEKEND

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)

DANIEL ANDREWS

TOM EVETTS

SIMON KIRK

GUY UPTON

STARTERS

ROBERT SUPPLE

SEAMUS O’NEILL

JUDGE

NICK BOSTOCK

CLERK OF THE SCALES

MICHAEL ROBERTS

VETERINARY OFFICER

JOHN BURGESS

VETERINARY SURGEONS

KATE SUMNER

JOHN SPENCER

STUART PEARSON

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr JOHN EDWARDS

Dr JOHN MURRAY

Dr TRISTAN ELKIN

Dr KATE GASKELL

NURSE

GILL WHITTAKER

FARRIER

KATIE RIDGEWAY

HORSE AMBULANCE

NICK JONES

COMMENTATOR STEWART MACHIN

BETTING RING MANAGERS

NEIL PATEMAN

MIKE OXLEY

RACEDAY ANNOUNCER & CCTV PRESENTER

BEN SHEPPARD

EQUINE WELFARE & INTEGRITY OFFICERS

LISA COOK, JANE SOUTHAM, LOUISE NEALE, MEL BAKER, RACHEL BARNETT

CLERK OF THE COURSE

ANDREW TULLOCH

DESIGNATED

SAFEGUARDING LEAD

JAMIE ADAMS

CHESTER RACE COMPANY LIMITED

THE RACECOURSE, CHESTER, CH1 2LY

Telephone 01244 304600

Visit www.chester-races.com

Email enquiries@chester-races.com