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RACING
RACING
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.
Brummell warrants serious consideration in first-time cheekpieces for the stable that won this last year, although he did disappoint at Haydock. Bolo Neighs stayed on strongly to win at Ascot and, after only 11 starts, he could have more to offer but a chance is taken on BALDOMERO. A running-on third over 5f at Doncaster, he races off a mark he can comfortably handle and won’t mind any cut in the ground.
WIN: BALDOMERO
DANGER: BOLO NEIGHS
Comic Hero could prove popular after being beaten a neck at Newmarket, but he has 4lb more and needs to cope with a rise in class. Masked Warrior got off the mark at the fourth attempt at Kempton and could go well on his handicap debut, but Hugo Palmer’s PENNY TIME is preferred. An easy winner at Southwell, he then ran into a smart one in Goldinthesea at the same track and may find this easier pickings.
WIN: PENNY TIME
DANGER: MASKED WARRIOR
If Invicta Rose is turned around quickly after finishing fourth following a slow start at Salisbury on Tuesday, she would be of interest with the added furlong in her favour. Dream On Kent ran better than his finishing position suggests when eighth on his debut here and is worth a close market watch, but NAVY LIGHT has the form in the book. Fourth at Ripon and then outpaced over 5f at Beverley, this distance may be just what he needs.
WIN: NAVY LIGHT
DANGER: INVICTA ROSE
Ultrasoul was all out to score over an extended mile at Nottingham in October and is of interest on his return to action. Rastnet has been thereabouts in each of her four starts in handicap company and can go well, but the vote goes to VINCENT ROCKS. Hugo Palmer’s charge bounced back to form when third over a mile at Pontefract in April and this step back up in trip looks the right move.
WIN: VINCENT ROCKS
DANGER: ULTRASOUL
Rosenpur made every yard of the running to record his third course success last month and should mount a bold bid from the front again. Thirsk scorer Al Hussar is another to note, but VINTAGE CLARETS returned to form when filling the runner-up spot in the Dash at Epsom last week and a repeat of that performance would make him tough to beat.
WIN: VINTAGE CLARETS
DANGER: ROSENPUR
A couple of these are expected to improve from recent comeback runs, including It’s All About You. He scored off a similar mark over C&D last summer, but it’s SAVROLA who makes most appeal. Dianne Sayer’s charge struggled over a shorter trip at Hamilton on his first start since going close at York last July, but a reproduction of that effort on the Knavesmire should see him bang there at the finish. Solar Pass and Cascade Hall look the pick of the remainder.
WIN: SAVROLA
DANGER: IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU
A change of scenery seems to have worked the oracle for SHIPSHAPE. The son of New Bay has won two of his five starts so far for Bernard Llewellyn’s yard and, having scored with plenty left in the tank at Hamilton last time, he looks one to keep on the right side of. Narrowly defeated at Wolverhampton last month, Free Speech returns to the turf with solid claims, while Newtown Duke is another to consider
WIN: SHIPSHAPE
DANGER: FREE SPEECH
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 (2021-2026) WITH RUNNERS:
A BALDING (48 wins from 219 runners, 22%) runs COMIC HERO and SIR ALBERT (2.10), SOLAR PASS (4.37).
H PALMER (45 wins from 249 runners, 18%) runs RAN AMOK (1.35), PENNY TIME (2.10), VINCENT ROCKS (3.23), TRICKY TEL (4.00).
T EASTERBY (21 wins from 192 runners, 11%) runs MIRACULOUS (1.35), FARNDALE (2.47), GOLDEN WEST (3.23), COPPER KNIGHT (4.00).
R & P FAHEY (17 wins from 187 runners, 9%) runs HAVANA RUM (1.35), PROUD NATION (2.10), NAVY LIGHT (2.47), VINTAGE CLARETS (4.00).
T DASCOMBE (16 wins from 90 runners, 18%) runs BARENBOIM (4.37).
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
A BALDING (10 wins from 53 runners, 19%) runners listed above.
T CARROLL (9 wins from 56 runners, 16%) runs OMAN (5.12).
J GOLDIE (9 wins from 46 runners, 20%) runs CASCADE HALL (4.37).
W HAGGAS (8 wins from 27 runners, 30%) runs MASKED WARRIOR (2.10).
T EASTERBY (8 wins from 90 runners, 9%) runners listed above.
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT CHESTER (2021-2026) WITH RIDES:
DAVID PROBERT (14 wins from 106 rides, 13%) rides STATION X (1.35), PENNY TIME (2.10), VINCENT ROCKS (3.23), TRICKY TEL (4.00), DINO BELLAGIO (4.37), SHIPSHAPE (5.12).
PIERRE JAMIN (9 wins from 81 rides, 11%) rides INVICTA ROSE (2.47), AL HUSSAR (4.00), BARENBOIM (4.37). HARRY DAVIES (8 wins from 51 rides, 16%) rides BALDOMERO (1.35), MASKED WARRIOR (2.10), PRIDE OF DONEGAL (3.23), PERGAMON (4.37).
ZAK WHEATLEY (7 wins from 48 rides, 15%) rides CHANGEOFMIND (4.00), FOX JOURNEY (4.37), KASGANI (5.12).
P J MCDONALD (7 wins from 27 rides, 26%) rides SIR ALBERT (2.10), DREAM ON KENT (2.47), ATOMIC FORCE (4.00), SOLAR PASS (4.37), FREE SPEECH (5.12).
JOCKEYS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
P J MCDONALD (7 wins from 20 rides, 35%) rides listed above.
This is a six furlong handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 76 to 95 In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far. The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than a lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 40 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 130.
colours no horse
1 BOLO NEIGHS (IRE) (36) 000-261 D 4 9-9 (3)
Br B g Coulsty (IRE) - Onomatomania (USA)
Edward Greatrex J
O Mr Peter Mellett Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T
B Rathasker Stud R M Beckett Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWUsefuljuvenilein2024 whohasbeenlightly campaignedsinceandbouncedbackto bestwhendefyingaslidingmark atAscot (6f, good to firm) 5 weeks ago, well suited by a stiff test at the trip. 4lb rise should see him competitive again and he’s well drawn in stall 3. TFRHHHHI BHA94
2 BALDOMERO (IRE) (7) 1-45063 D 8 9-2 (7)
Br B g Shalaa (IRE) - Besotted (IRE) Harry Davies J
O The Horse Watchers 6
Michael Appleby, Oakham T
B C-Squared Investments Timeform S
TIMEFORMVIEWEnded 2025 on a high, registering 3 more all-weather victories to his tally and went a long way to confirming his return to form when running on third at Doncaster (5f) 7 days ago. Forecast easier ground in his favour here and the return to 6f will certainly hold no fears. Respected. TFRHHHII BHA87
3 STATION X (GB) (4) 2-23164 D
Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - She’s A Worldie (IRE)
O Mr S. Chappell & Partner
4 8-13 (1)
David Probert J
Bryan Smart, Hambleton T
B Mr S. Chappell Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWDeservedlybackonthescoresheetwhenmakingallatSouthwell(6f)inApril.Farfromdisgracedin2subsequentruns,arguablypayingthepricefornot getting his own way in front when fourth at Carlisle (5f soft) 4 days ago. Returns to 6f with plum draw to operate from so another holding claims. TFRHHHII BHA84
4 BRUMMELL
(IRE) (23) 1100-36 D
Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Strait Power (IRE)
O Owners Group 122
5 8-12 (4)
Ryan Sexton J
Julie Camacho, Malton T
B Mountarmstrong Stud Owners Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWAdded3morewinsover5flastyearandreturnedfrom6monthsoff/followingbreathingoperationwithanencouragingthirdatDoncaster (6f) in May That was up there with his best efforts at this trip but not in same form at Haydock since. Cheekpieces now reached for. TFRHHHII BHA83
5 ACCRUAL (GB) (23) 605U53 D
5 8-11 (9)
Br Gr g Profitable (IRE) - Albertine Rose Rowan Scott J
O David Lowe David Loughnane, Tern Hill T
B Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook Dave Loughnane Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW5-y-o who scored twice over6f onall-weather around the turnof the yearbut hasbeen operatinga littlebelow that level since,including back on turf when beaten 6 lengths in to third at Haydock (5f) 23 days ago. Wide draw makes things tricky and likely he’ll face competition on the front end. TFRHHHII BHA82
6 SMART VISION (GB) (8) 10-0000
Br B g Due Diligence (USA) - Bahamadam
O Mr J. E. Abbey
B J. P. Repard
5 8-11 (8)
George Wood J
Jessica Macey, Doncaster T
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times last year latterly at Doncaster (5f heavy) in October Low-key efforts initially this term though, and whilst he showed more dash when ninth on his most recent run back at Doncaster others appeal more back in a higher grade. TFRHHIII BHA82
7 HAVANA RUM (IRE) (14) 136-260 D
Br B g Havana Grey - Urban Hunt (IRE)
6 8-9 (10)
Warren Fentiman (3) J
O John F. Doyle Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B Ms Martha Kellaghan Richard Fahey Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEWBacktowinningwaysfrom4lblowermarkatChelmsford(5f)inDecemberandpostedjustabouthisbesteffortyetfollowing3monthsoffwhensecond from a fair draw at Pontefract (5f soft) in April. However not scaled same heights either start since and widest draw to contend with here. TFRHHIII BHA80
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8
MIRACULOUS (IRE) (21) 00-6550 CD
Br B g Too Darn Hot - Priceless
O Ambrose Turnbull & John Cruces
4 8-5 (6)
Duran Fentiman J
Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Alan Spence Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORMVIEWDual winner for Roger Varian in 2025, including over C&D and posted most encouraging effort for new connections when fifth in a C&D handicap at the May meeting, likely he’d of been closer with a clearer passage. Not built on that in 2 runs since but he rates a possible reviver back on the Roodee. TFRHHHHH BHA76
9 TOUGH ENOUGH (GB) (8) 046-020 D
Br Br g Showcasing - Puzzled Look
O Mr Antony Brittain
B Whitsbury Manor Stud
6 8-4 (5)
Sean Dylan Bowen J
Antony Brittain, Warthill T
TIMEFORM VIEW 6-y-o who arrives on a losing run and struggled for consistency for present yard, failing to build on his Southwell second in April when tenth of 13 in handicap at Doncaster (6f) 8 days ago. This no easy task operating from out of the weights. TFRHHIII BHA70
10 RAN AMOK (IRE) (26) 10400-5 D
Br Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) - Caledonian Belle (IRE)
4 8-4 (2)
Luke Morris J
O Pink Ladies Executive Ltd Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
B Bridgetown Stud & M. Carroll Pink Ladies Executive Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWGainedafirstsuccessinhandicapsatDoncaster(6f)lastsummer,thoughprovedrathermissthanhitotherwisein2025 ReappearancefifthatCarlisle last month was solid enough but this is a much more demanding affair operating from 5lb out of the weights. Had breathing operation. TFRHHHII BHA70
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2025: SOLAR ACLAIM (IRE) 4 8 12 Cieren Fallon 4-1 (Julie Camacho) 13 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Visor worn by No. 2. Eyeshields worn by No. 5.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 10 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 10
Probable S.P.’s: 5-2 Bolo Neighs (IRE), 5-1 Station X (GB), 11-2 Baldomero (IRE), 11-1 Brummell (IRE), Miraculous (IRE), 12-1 Accrual (GB), 14-1 Ran Amok (IRE), 16-1 Havana Rum (IRE), 22-1 Smart Vision (GB), 33-1 Tough Enough (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
C&D winner MIRACULOUS needs to shrug off a couple of lesser displays, yet those exploits came on straight tracks and having caught the eye when finishing an encouraging fifth in a C&D handicap previously, a much better showing would come as no surprise from his career-low mark. Ascot scorer Bolo Neighs remains less exposed than most and merits serious consideration, whilst admirable 8-y-o Baldomero and Station X also command respect.
Don’t forget to bet on the 1:42 at HEXHAM, 1:50 at YORK, 1:55 at BATH and 2:05 at SANDOWN PARK.
POSITION OF STALLS
1m2f - Outside Remainder - Inside
THE LADBROKES GET MORE WITH RACING BET BUILDER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)
for three yrs old
Total prize fund £50000
Owners Prize Money 1st £20315, 2nd £10160, 3rd £5080, 4th £2540, 5th £1270, 6th £635 (Penalty Value £25770) 6 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10
RACE DESCRIPTION
This race is a seven and a half furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds. 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.
Br B g Too Darn Hot - Kamakura (USA) J
O Wathnan Racing Hamad Al Jehani, GB T
B Oglethorpe Breeders Damsa Holding Company W.L.L S
TIMEFORM VIEW
NON-RUNNER
2 SIR ALBERT (IRE) (14) 1130-50 C 9-7 (1)
Br Br c No Nay Never (USA) - Al Joza P. J. McDonald J
O Mrs A. Althani Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
B The Imperium Syndicate Barberini Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWUseful 3-time winner as a juvenile. Showed he’s trained on when with fifth of 8 in 7f Lingfield listed race at the end of February but well held in 1m Carlisle handicap a fortnight ago. Comic Hero looks the stable number one. TFRHHIII BHA96
3 MASKED WARRIOR (GB) (17) 32-51
9-0 (3)
Br Ch g New Bay - Domino Darling Harry Davies J
O Mr A. E. Oppenheimer William Haggas, Newmarket T
B Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Shrugged off a disappointing reappearance when comfortable winner of 7f Kempton novice in first-time cheekpieces (retained) 17 days ago. Open to further progress for top stable now venturing into a handicap. TFRHHHHI BHA89
4 DO BRONXS (IRE) (19) 1450-50
8-13 (10)
Br Gr g Oasis Dream - Lola Showgirl (IRE) Rowan Scott J
O Amo Racing Limited David Loughnane, Tern Hill T
B Kevin Lloyd & Micheal Orlandi Sports Invest UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful effort on his handicap debut after 8 months off when fifth of 12 over 6f here last month but well held at Leicester since. Back up in trip. TFRHHHII BHA88
O In Vino Veritas Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T
B Yulong Investments (Australia) Pty Agetur (UK) Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended 2025 on the up and has continued in the same vein this season, winning 7f handicaps at Newmarket and York. Couldn’t live with a smart sort in a valuable race at Goodwood (7f) last time but saw off 15 others and should give another good account. TFRHHHHI BHA87
7 PROUD NATION (IRE) (41) 21-3 8-12 (4)
Br Br c Sioux Nation (USA) - On The Same Page (IRE) Shane Gray J
O Sheikh Rashid Dalmook Al Maktoum Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B Alexander Bloodstock
TIMEFORMVIEW €320,000 breeze-up purchase and confirmed debut promise when winning class 2 maiden at York last autumn. An extended 1m looked to stretch him when last of 3 in useful novice at Hamilton on reappearance. Thedrop back in trip looks a good move on handicap debut. Open to improvement. TFRHHHHI BHA87
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
Br B g Lucky Vega (IRE) - Lilli Milena (IRE)
O The Horse Watchers 4
Billy Garritty J
Michael Appleby, Oakham T
B Moyglare Stud Farm Timeform S
TIMEFORMVIEWMadeawinningdebutover7fatDundalkforJosephO’Brien.Followedupin6fSouthwellnovicefornewconnectionsinJanuaryandhasrunwith credit in defeat since. Not obviously well treated enough to win a race like this, though, and the outside stall
9 JEDDAAL
(GB) (35) 2245-13 BF
Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Bustaan (USA)
O Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum
B Godolphin
8-9 (6)
Ashley Lewis (5) J
Ed Walker Upper Lambourn T
TIMEFORMVIEWGot the better of the useful Red Spells Danger in 7f Catterick maiden on reappearance in April and improved again when third of 10 in 1m Haydock handicap (good) under Ashley Lewis a month later Winners have emerged from that race since.
10
JUST A
GIRL
(GB) (14) 00-3422 D
Br B f Bobby’s Kitten (USA) - Mullein
8-8 (5)
Sean Dylan Bowen J
O Mr Colin Bryce Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B The Countess of Rothes Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWWon 1m novice at Lingfield last August. Good efforts in defeat in handicaps this year, notably her near miss over 7f at Carlisle (good) a fortnight ago. Likely to be competitive again. TFRHHHII BHA83
11 COMIC HERO
(IRE) (43) 032-152
Br B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Sense of Humour
O Kennet Valley Syndicates IX
8-7 (2)
Edward Greatrex J
Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
B Hvmccalmont B Stk, Lawcus Stables All Angels S
TIMEFORMVIEW Made it fourth time lucky when landing the odds in 7f Kempton novice in February Improved when edged out by a next-timeout winner at Newmarket (1m, good) 6 weeks ago and looks to have plenty going for him here from a handy inside stall. TFRHHHHH BHA82
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2025: MIAMI MATRIX (IRE) 3 8 2 Aiden Brookes 17-2 (Hugo Palmer) 8 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 1, 5.
Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 Comic Hero (IRE), 11-2 Masked Warrior (GB), Startled (IRE), 6-1 Penny Time (IRE), 8-1 Jeddaal (GB), 9-1 Proud Nation (IRE), 12-1 Just A Girl (GB), 14-1 Do Bronxs (IRE), 40-1 Sir Albert (IRE), Jungle Ruler (IRE)
This very useful 3-y-o handicap may go the way of Andrew Balding’s COMIC HERO, who pulled clear with a next-time-out winner at Newmarket last time. Proud Nation and Masked Warrior appeal as likely improvers now moving into handicap company for the first time, while Startled has acquitted himself very well in similarly strong races this spring.
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THE OPERA GRILL CHESTER SELLING STAKES (CLASS 4)
for two yrs old
Total prize fund £25000
RACE DESCRIPTION
Owners Prize Money 1st £10158, 2nd £5080, 3rd £2540, 4th £1270, 5th £635, 6th £318 (Penalty Value £12885) 3 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 colours no horse
Selling Stakes exist as an outlet for connections to sell their horses. Any horse that wins a seller such as this seven furlongs contest for two-year-olds, is automatically put up for public auction in the Winners Enclosure at the end of the race and goes to the highest bidder so make sure to head that way after the race as the auction is usually well worth seeing.
1 DELETE DELETE (GB) (14) (£50000) 0 9-4 (7)
Br B g Massaat (IRE) - High Speed (IRE) (Kodiac) Luke Morris J
O Team G Racing & Alfa Site Services Ltd
Ivan Furtado, Easingwold T
B Mickley Stud & Fred Ellis Alfa Site Services Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 12/1, tenth of 12 in seller (12/1) at this course (6f, good) on debut 14 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
2 DREAM ON KENT (GB) (14) (£50000) 0 9-4 (4)
Br B g Massaat (IRE) - Golden Amber (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE)) P. J. McDonald J
O Emma Evans & Richard Kent
David Evans, Abergavenny T
B Mickley Stud Ltd Emma Evans Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW33/1, green when eighth of 11 in novice at this course (6f, good) on debut 14 days ago. Likely to make more of an impact with his sights lowered. TFRHHHHI BHA-
3 KATIE’S
CAVALIER (IRE) (8) (£50000) 56 9-4 (9)
Br B c Kodi Bear (IRE) - Pschitt (FR) (Anodin (IRE)) Rowan Scott J
O Mr Martin Downes
David Loughnane, Tern Hill T
B Loughill Farm Dave Loughnane Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Went backwards from 5f all-weather debut fifth when well-held sixth of 11 in maiden at Bath (5.7f, good to firm) 8 days ago. Up in trip. Needs to recapture the debut form. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 NAVY LIGHT (IRE) (32) (£50000) 42
9-4 (6)
Br B c Supremacy (IRE) - Julia’s Magic (IRE) (Dandy Man (IRE)) Shane Gray J
O Mr R. A. Fahey Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B Ardrums House Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown a fair level of ability when reaching the frame in good-ground novices at Ripon (6f) and Beverley (5f) this spring. Bold show likely dropped to a seller TFRHHHHI BHA-
5 BONJOUR BELLE (GB) (-) (£50000)
8-13 (3)
Br Ch f Without Parole - Rock Me Baby (Rock of Gibraltar (IRE)) Ryan Sexton J
O Mr Joseph Bell & Mr Tony Wood Brian Ellison, Malton T
B Rosie Gedge-Gibson Brian Ellison Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 5. 5,500 gns daughter of Without Parole filly Dam useful French 2-y-o 7.5f/1m winner Worth a second look in the betting on debut. TFRHHIII BHA-
6 EM’S DILEMMA (IRE) (-) (£50000)
8-13 (10)
Br B f Bungle Inthejungle - Broadway Musical (IRE) (Exceed And Excel (AUS)) George Wood J
O Mr E A R Morgans & Partner
David Evans, Abergavenny T
B Rathasker Stud Emma Evans Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Foaled April 5. Bungle Inthejungle filly Half-sister to 3 winners, including 1m/8.6f winner Gaiety Musical and winner up to 5.5f Izzer Dream On Kent is the stable first string unless the betting suggests otherwise. TFRHHIII BHA-
7 FARNDALE (GB) (5) (£50000) 65
8-13 (1)
Br B f Wells Farhh Go (IRE) - Licit (IRE) (Poet’s Voice) Duran Fentiman J
O Habton Racing
Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Ms L. Crane Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in 7f maidens at Redcar and Leicester Takes a drop in class but will still require some improvement. TFRHHHII BHA-
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8
INVICTA ROSE (IRE) (4) (£50000) 4
8-13 (11)
Br Ch f State of Rest (IRE) - The Fairy (IRE) (Invincible Spirit (IRE)) Pierre-Louis Jamin J
O Nick Bradley Racing 15 & Partner
Ollie Sangster, Marlborough T
B Airlie Stud Racing Partners S
TIMEFORM VIEW Some promise when fourth of 11 in novice at Salisbury (6f, heavy) on debut earlier in the week. Open to progress and leading claims assuming the outside stall isn’t too troublesome. TFRHHHHH BHA-
9 LIVEADREAM
(GB) (18) (£50000) 0
Br B f Ardad (IRE) - Mary Mount (Havana Gold (IRE))
8-13 (8)
Sam James J
O Nick Bradley Racing 13 & P J Makin Phillip Makin, Leyburn T
B Mr Nicholas a Conway Racing Partners S
TIMEFORM VIEW 33/1, seventh of 9 in maiden at Redcar (6f, good to firm) on debut 18 days ago. Needs to leave that well behind. TFRHHIII BHA-
10 POPPY FOXY (IRE) (13) (£50000) 6
8-13 (2)
Br B f Bungle Inthejungle - Hayyel (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE)) Jack Doughty J
O Nick Bradley Racing 27 & OddsOnSyndicate Charlie Clover, Newmarket T
B Rathasker Stud Tattersalls S
TIMEFORM VIEW 10/1, sixth of 11 in maiden at Nottingham (6f, good) on debut 13 days ago. May do better TFRHHHII BHA-
11 TURBO SHANDY (IRE) (-) (£50000)
8-13 (5)
Br B f Kodiac - Jaariyah (USA) (Shamardal (USA)) Sean Dylan Bowen J
O Alfa Site Services & Partner Ivan Furtado, Easingwold T
B Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 20 €27,000 Kodiac filly Dam 2-y-o 7f winner Check the betting with this newcomer TFRHHIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2025: STRENGTH OF
Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 Navy Light (IRE), 9-2 Invicta Rose (IRE), 17-2 Dream On Kent (GB), 9-1 Farndale (GB), 10-1 Poppy Foxy (IRE), 11-1 Katie’s Cavalier (IRE), 25-1 Bonjour Belle (GB), Em’s Dilemma (IRE), Liveadream (GB), 28-1 Turbo Shandy (IRE), 33-1 Delete Delete (GB) PLAY SMARTER
If INVICTA ROSE can navigate her way into a good position from the outside stall she might prove the answer to this seller, as she showed definite promise on debut earlier in the week. Navy Light, Dream On Kent and Poppy Foxy may give Ollie Sangster’s charge most to do in that order
DOGS
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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.
THE COLETTE, LYNN AND RACHEL’S 50TH BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBBPLUS RACE)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £25000
Owners Prize Money 1st £10158, 2nd £5080, 3rd £2540, 4th £1270, 5th £635, 6th £318 (Penalty Value £12885) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10
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 76 to 95 To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have run at least three times in a Flat race in Britain, or have run in no more than two Flat races run in Britain and won at least one of them. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap In simple terms a horse rated 95 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 90
1 SAVVY VICTORY (IRE) (53) 6054-40 D
9-10 (9)
Br B g New Bay - Highlands Queen (FR) Sam James J
O Mr Julian Hui S. P. C. Woods, Newmarket T
B Ballylinch Stud Brook Stud Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart at his peak but drew a blank in 2025 and hasn’t shown enough in his 2 outings this year to think his losing run is likely to end now TFRHHIII BHA96
2 PRIDE OF DONEGAL (IRE) (29) 431130
9-3 (3)
Br B c Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Pride (FR) Harry Davies J
O Mr M. Doyle Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Fair Salinia Ltd Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWLanded a pair of 1 1/2m Wolverhampton handicaps before recording a good third of 5 on his turf debut at Thirsk (1 1/2m, good to soft) in April. Something can’t have been right when last of 8 at Newmarket since and capable of bouncing back. TFRHHHII BHA89
3 ULTRASOUL (IRE) (248) 23/2311-
Br B g Kingman - Channel (IRE)
4 9-3 (5)
Robbie Downey J
O Mr H. Yamamoto Roger Varian, Newmarket T
B Samuel Martins de Barros
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended 2025 by digging deep to land a Nottingham handicap (8.3f soft) in October Straightforward sort who could be capable of even better for his leading stable. TFRHHHHH BHA89
4 RASTNET (IRE) (37) 21-2223
4 9-0 (6)
Br B f Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Rythmic George Wood J
O Newtown Anner Stud Farm John Butler, Newmarket T
B Newtown Anner Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWAW novice winner in December and better form in defeat in handicaps since, including third of 9 over C&D (good to firm) at the May meeting. Won’t need to pull out much more for first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHHHI BHA86
5 LEXINGTON JET (IRE) (14) 110101 C
4 8-13 (7)
Br Ch g Cotai Glory - Ejadah (IRE) Rowan Scott J
O Middleham Park Racing CXVI David Loughnane, Tern Hill T
B Jer Hickey & Aaron Langan Dave Loughnane Racing, Middleham Park Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Free-going front runner who has improved for application of blinkers this year, landing a fourth success since January when proving too strong for 10 rivals over 7f here (good) a fortnight ago. The much longer trip is a bigger concern than the 3lb rise. TFRHHHII BHA85
6 IMPARTIALITY (GB) (28) 2034-00 C 4 8-11 (1)
Br B g Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Fair’s Fair (IRE) Shane Gray J
O Mr J Toes & Mr J O’Loan Phillip Makin, Leyburn T
B Jarosa Stud Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW A three-time winner (around 1m) early last summer Caught the eye on second start of the season in refitted cheekpieces at Thirsk (1m) 4 weeks ago but has stamina to prove now moving up to 1 1/4m. TFRHHHII BHA83
7 NAVAL COMMAND (GB) (26) 4/42-6 BF 4 8-11 (4)
Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - All At Sea
O Clarendon Partnership
Edward Greatrex J
Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T
B Miss K. Rausing & Lope de Vega Syndicate R M Beckett Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form in 3 outings for Charlie Appleby Sent off 15/8 but shaped as if needing first outing for 11 months when sixth of 7 on 11.5f Windsor handicap/yard debut 26 days ago. First-time blinkers and tongue strap combination is reached for after that. Remains early days. TFRHHHII BHA83
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8
VINCENT
ROCKS
(IRE) (45) 110-03
4 8-11 (10)
Br B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Itmusthavebeenlove (IRE) David Probert J
O Hewitt, Burns, Studholme, Owen Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
B Lynch Bages Ltd & Longfield Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWBagged1mnovicesatNottinghamandSouthwellonhisfirsttworuns.Wellheldinhandicapsonnext2outingsbutgothiscareerbackontrack with cheekpieces added (retained) when third of 9 in 1m Pontefract handicap (good) 45 days ago. Back up in trip. Remains unexposed. TFRHHHII BHA83
9 GOLDEN WEST
(GB) (639) 1/04000/- 5 8-7 (11)
Br Ch g Masar (IRE) - Gwendolyn (GER) Duran Fentiman J
O REALITY PARTNERSHIPS XX Tim Easterby Malton T
B Crimbourne Bloodstock Ltd Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful at best for Karl Burke but absent since finishing eighth of 10 in handicap at Doncaster (1 1/4m, good) in September 2024. Can only watch on belated return for new yard unless the betting suggests otherwise. TFRHHIII BHA79
10 SEA FOUNDER
(GB) (44) 001441 D
4 8-6 (2)
Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Mullein Luke Morris J
O E Kelly, J Blake & Partners Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T
B The Countess of Rothes Agetur (UK) Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Pair of Class 5 all-weather wins this year, including at Lingfield (1m) 6 weeks ago. The return to turf shouldn’t be an issue (won Windsor maiden last year) but the higher grade might be. TFRHHHII BHA78
11 DUE TO HENRY (GB)
(26) 0400-25 D
5 8-5 (8)
Br B g Due Diligence (USA) - Rivas Rhapsody (IRE) Sean Dylan Bowen J
O HP Racing Due To Henry Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury T
B D. Hefin Jones & Whitsbury Manor Stud ABM Catering Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWMore miss than hit last season. Back on form when narrowly denied on Haydock reappearance (10.5f good to firm) 23 days ago but would have won had he knuckled down a bit more. Stamina probably stretched when below par over 11.5f at Windsor since. TFRHHHII BHA77
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
2025: CASTLE COVE (IRE) 4 8 13 Cieren Fallon 8-1 (William Haggas) 12 ran Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 5. Visor worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 8, 11. Stewards Note:
RASTNET: Following its run on 7/5/2026 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed in the straight.
Probable S.P.’s: 9-2 Lexington Jet (IRE), 13-2 Ultrasoul (IRE), 8-1 Sea Founder (GB), 17-2 Rastnet (IRE), Naval Command (GB), 9-1 Vincent Rocks (IRE), 12-1 Impartiality (GB), Due To Henry (GB), 18-1 Savvy Victory (IRE), 20-1 Pride of Donegal (IRE), 28-1 Golden West (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
The way ULTRASOUL ground it out at Nottingham when last seen in the autumn suggests this step up to 1 1/4m could play to his strengths and he’s preferred to Rastnet, who is building up a solid record in handicaps, and Vincent Rocks. Naval Command was a short-priced favourite on his first outing for Ralph Beckett and it’ll also be interesting to see whether his supporters are prepared to give him another chance.
Don’t forget to bet on the 3:35 at YORK, 3:40 at HEXHAM, 3:50 at BATH and 3:55 at SANDOWN PARK.
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This is a five furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 76 to 95 Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 6lb
1 ATOMIC FORCE (IRE) (37) 3-01103 D
Br Ch g Cotai Glory - Atlas Silk P. J. McDonald J
O Mr P. K. Siu
B David Barry
Edward Bethell, Middleham T
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed back-to-back 5f handicaps on the all-weather early in 2026 Forced to angle wide to challenge when a solid third of 10 over C&D last time so is a likely player eased 1lb.
2 VINTAGE CLARETS
(GB) (7) 0-00002 CD 7 9-9 (5)
Br B g Ardad (IRE) - Enchanted Princess Warren Fentiman (3) J
O Mr A Tattersall & Partner
Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B M. E. Broughton Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Best run this season when second of 20 in the Dash at Epsom (5f) 7 days ago. Up 3lb but not taken lightly now back in form. TFRHHHII BHA86
3
RUBY’S PROFIT
(IRE) (13) 54-0464 D BF
Br B f Profitable (IRE) - Breedj (IRE)
4 9-8 (4)
Jack Doughty J
O Spratt Properties Ltd Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T
B Mylestown Farms Ltd Tattersalls S
TIMEFORM VIEW On a losing run but not disgraced when fourth of 7 in handicap at Nottingham (5f) 13 days ago. Cheekpieces added. TFRHHHII BHA85
4 ROSENPUR (GER) (36) 320-261 CD
Br B g Pour Moi (IRE) - Rosenreihe (IRE)
6 9-7 (8)
George Wood J
O Brian Verinder & Alan Baxter Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Gestut Wittekindshof Equine Products UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Had a highly productive 2025, winning 5 times, and he gained a first success this season in 12-runner handicap here (6f) last month. Up 4lb but very much one to consider in his bid for a fourth victory here. TFRHHHHI BHA84
5 AL HUSSAR (GB) (13) 343251 CD
Br Br g Bated Breath - Queen’s Charter
4 9-6 (9)
Pierre-Louis Jamin J
O The Gathering and partner Grant Tuer Northallerton T
B Biddestone Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways in determined fashion in 17-runner handicap at Thirsk (5f) 13 days ago. This C&D scorer should remain competitive despite a 3lb rise. TFRHHHII BHA83
O Ursa Major Racing & Riverside Racing Declan Carroll, Malton T
B Camogue Stud Ltd KJC Engineering S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a long losing run at Pontefract (5f) in May and not disgraced with eighth of 17 at Thirsk (5f) 13 days ago. This C&D winner is not out of things. TFRHHHII BHA81
7 MARTY HOPKIRK (IRE) (14) 200-540 D 4 9-3 (6)
Br B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Slovak (IRE) Rowan Scott J
O D Lowe & S Hoyland
David Loughnane, Tern Hill T
B Rathbarry Stud Dave Loughnane Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off mark at Wolverhampton last May Arrives in decent nick this season, not best drawn when thirteenth of 14 in handicap at Carlisle (6f) 14 days ago. Cheekpieces added now TFRHHHII BHA80
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 COPPER KNIGHT (IRE) (13) 10-2106 CD
Br B g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Mystic Dream
O Ventura Racing (Copper) & Partner
B Wardstown Stud Ltd
9-3 (10)
Duran Fentiman J
Tim Easterby, Malton T
Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORMVIEWAdmirable veteran who showed an excellent attitude when adding to his career tally at Beverley in May Not best drawn when a solid sixth of 17 at Thirsk (5f) 13 days ago. This 5-time C&D scorer is in the mix once more. TFRHHHII BHA80
9 BLINKY (IRE) (30) 252-000 D 4 9-2 (7)
Br Ch g Mehmas (IRE) - Goodnight And Joy (IRE)
O Ryedale Racing
B Paul McCartan
Harry Russell J
Antony Brittain, Warthill T
Asset Finance Solutions (UK) Ltd. S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended 2025 in good order but yet to fire in trio of starts on all-weather/turf so far this year Needs to step forward despite a falling mark. TFRHHIII BHA79
10 TRICKY TEL (GB) (17) 1504-31 CD 3 9-0 (3)
Br B g Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Ardbrae Tara (IRE)
O Hewitt, Owen & Partner
B Mickley Stud & Dermot Costelloe
David Probert J
Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Built on an encouraging reappearance third here to land 8-runner handicap at Hamilton (6f) 17 days ago, finding extra. Up 5lb but this dual C&D winner can go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA84
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2025: COPPER KNIGHT (IRE) 11 9 0 Duran Fentiman 5-2 (Tim Easterby) 8 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3, 7. Hood worn by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9.
This is wide open. ATOMIC FORCE didn’t enjoy the smoothest of passages when third over C&D last time so edges the vote from recent Hamilton scorer Tricky Tel, who bids for a third success here. Rosenpur and Copper Knight are highly respected around here so can also have a say
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THE ROODEE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS RACE)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £15000
Owners Prize Money 1st £6095, 2nd £3048, 3rd £1524, 4th £762, 5th £381, 6th £191. (Penalty Value £7731) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a two mile handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 61 to 80 Like most handicaps on the flat this race is also open to horses that are rated below that particular band. However, all handicaps stipulate a minimum weight and no runner can carry less than that, irrespective of how low their rating is. This is often described as ‘running from out of the handicap and is considered a disadvantage.
1 FOX JOURNEY (GB) (31) 3056-23
9-9 (7)
Br Gr g Roaring Lion (USA) - Follow A Star (IRE) Zak Wheatley (3) J
O Mr Brian Chambers Declan Carroll, Malton T
B Highbank Stud LLP Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful handicapper at his best for Sir Michael Stoute. Without a win when trained by Kevin Ryan in 2025 but has made an excellent start for current yard, third of 17 in handicap at York (1 1/2m) last month. Very much one to consider TFRHHHHI BHA80
2 SAVROLA (IRE) (27) 12212-0 D
Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Toujours L’Amour
9-9 (11)
Sam James J
O Mr Anthony White Dianne Sayer, Penrith T
B Deerfield Farm Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW In fine form in 2025, winning twice, but not seen out after July Made a low-key return from 10 months off at Hamilton (13f) last month though so needs to take a major step forward. TFRHHIII BHA80
3 IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU (IRE) (36) 11/010-0 CD 6 9-7 (4)
Br B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Three Moons (IRE)
Sean Dylan Bowen J
O A Baxter, S, Sowray, K Ward Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Paget Bloodstock & Eadling Farm
Equine Products UK Ltd S
TFRHHHII BHA78
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in August. Given a considerate return after 7 months off when thirteenth here last month. No surprise to see him- take a step forward. One of 3 for the yard.
4 BARENBOIM (GB) (12) 4-12600 D
Br B g Golden Horn - Labise (IRE)
O Mr T. Dascombe
8 9-5 (3)
Pierre-Louis Jamin J
Tom Dascombe, Lambourn T
B Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd Route Agency Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made all at Kempton in January but his more recent form is far less encouraging, last of 8 in handicap at Newbury (2m) 12 days ago. Others are more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA76
5 SOLAR PASS (GB) (14) 20-1522
4 9-5 (2)
Br B f Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Highland Pass P. J. McDonald J
O Kingsclere Racing Club
Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
B Kingsclere Stud Kingsclere Stud S
TFRHHHII BHA76
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Southwell (1 1/2m) in March and arrives in very good order, second of 9 over C&D 14 days ago. Enters calculations once more.
6 DINO BELLAGIO (GB) (35) 14310-3 C D 7 9-4 (10)
Br B g Doyen (IRE) - Savingforvegas (IRE) David Probert J
O Nick Brown Racing Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Olney Bloodstock Limited Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TFRHHHII BHA75
TIMEFORM VIEW A dual winner in 2025 including here, but he went too freely after 7 months off when a well-held third of 4 in handicap at Nottingham (1 3/4m) 35 days ago. Can take a step forward.
7 KINGDOM OF STARS (FR) (253) 213032- D 5 9-4 (1)
Br B g Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Passing Burg (FR) Luke Morris J
O Mr D. E. Edwards Kerry Lee, Presteigne T
B Mr Jean-Pierre-Joseph Dubois Kerry Lee, Kerry Lee S
TFRHHHII BHA75
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Kempton (2m) last July and placed three times later in 2025 for Tom Ward. Pulled up twice recently over hurdles though so needs to bounce back returned to this sphere.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 HEATHEN (GB) (14) 34244-3
Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Great Heavens
O Mr K. O. Warner
George Wood J
Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Kincorth Investments Inc Equine Products UK Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWA 3-time winner for David O’Meara who has made a positive start for his new handler, back from 9 months off with third of 9 in handicap over C&D 14 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up.
9 PERGAMON
(FR) (281) 21/0030-
Br Ch g Frankel - Spain Burg (FR)
O Frank The Tank
B Haras De Saint Pair & White Birch Farm
9-0 (9)
Harry Davies J
Jennie Candlish, Leek T
TIMEFORMVIEWRelativelylightlyracedontheFlat(fairwinnerinFrance)andhecomeshereontheupoverhurdlesforhiscurrentyard,bagging 2m handicaps at Huntingdon and Ludlow recently Could prove well treated back in this sphere so he’s interesting. TFRHHHHH BHA71
10 ACTION
PACT
(GB) (22) 02316-4
8-10 (5)
Br B g Golden Horn - America Mon Amie (USA) Billy Garritty J
O Mr A. G. Pollock Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Sun Bloodstock Racing Ltd Stittenham Farms S
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a first victory at Pontefract in October Off 7 months and given a patient ride when fourth of 7 in handicap there (17f) on his return 22 days ago. Not ruled out with that run under his belt. TFRHHHII BHA67
11
CASCADE HALL (IRE) (8) 500-121 D 7 8-8 (8)
Br B g Court Cave (IRE) - Bacchonthebottle (IRE) Amie Waugh (3) J
O Whitestonecliffe Racing Partnership Jim Goldie, Glasgow T
B Clare A. Kehoe Jim Goldie Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has resumed better than ever this season and he easily went 2-3 in 5-runner handicap at Musselburgh (2m) 8 days ago. Up 6lb and this is tougher but he’s not taken lightly in his current mood. TFRHHHII BHA65
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2025: CAVERN CLUB (IRE) 5 9 8 Callum Shepherd 12-1 (James Owen) 9 ran Hood worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4, 5, 9.
Probable S.P.’s: 3-1 Cascade Hall (IRE), 5-1 Pergamon (FR), 6-1 Fox Journey (GB), Solar Pass (GB), 10-1 Heathen (GB), 14-1 Savrola (IRE), 20-1 It’s All About You (IRE), Action Pact (GB), 28-1 Dino Bellagio (GB), Kingdom of Stars (FR), 80-1 Barenboim (GB)
Jennie Candlish saddles 3 here and her PERGAMON could prove the answer to this competitive handicap given he returns to the Flat on a potentially good mark judged on his recent improvement over hurdles when a dual winner Fox Journey has started life really well for Declan Carroll and seems sure to be on the premises, while Solar Pass and Cascade Hall also need considering.
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THE SUMMER
SATURDAY ON 27TH
JUNE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS RACE)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £15000
RACE DESCRIPTION
Owners Prize Money 1st £6095, 2nd £3048, 3rd £1524, 4th £762, 5th £381, 6th £191. (Penalty Value £7731) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 colours no horse
The final race of the day, this is a one mile, four and a half furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 61 to 80. Like all handicaps on today’s card this means that should a horse rated 80 take part they would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 75
1 SPIRIT OF ACKLAM (GB) (16) 53/010-5 5 9-10 (8)
Br B g Cracksman - Zacchera Billy Garritty J
O Amity Finance Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B D. J. Erwin Bloodstock Amity Finance Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Ayr on his second of 3 starts last season and shaped as if retaining all ability after a year off when fifth of 10 in at Ripon (1 1/4m, good) 16 days ago, unable to sustain his effort only late. Too free on his previous start over this trip but rates as an interesting runner down in grade. TFRHHHHH BHA81
2
WILTSHIRE
WONDER
(GB) (250) 161/050- D 6 9-4 (6)
Br B g Wootton Bassett - Chanterelle (FR)
Robbie Downey J
O Mr B. J. Llewellyn Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWWontwiceatSouthwellover11/2min2024butthetrackonlytwicelastseason,failingtobeatarivalwhenlastseenatWolverhampton in October Sold for just 5,000 gns from Archie Watson subsequently and others are preferred after 8 months off TFRHHIII BHA75
3
HELMSLEY
(IRE) (31) 0-06606
Br B f New Bay - Pearl of The Night (IRE)
4 9-3 (4)
Sean Dylan Bowen J
O Alfa Site Services Ltd Ivan Furtado, Easingwold T
B Sunderland Holdings Inc Alfa Site Services Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWWinner of a Redcar novice in October on final start for Ralph Beckett. Step back in right direction back on turf when seventh at Thirsk in May and went a long way to backing up having done plenty in front when sixth of 17 at York (1 1/2m, good to soft) 31 days ago. Now 3lb lower and in tongue tie. TFRHHHHI BHA74
4 FREE SPEECH
(IRE) (26) 0203-62 D
5 9-3 (10)
Br Ch m Masar (IRE) - Lady Liberty (IRE) P. J. McDonald J
O Made Profiles Ltd Sam England, Guiseley T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Made Profiles Ltd, Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
B Churchtown B/stock,Grouseridge & Carhue Mill House Racing Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW Turned in best effort for a good while when scoring in decisive fashion at Goodwood under a 3-lb claimer last week, seemingly helped by the drop back down in grade and refitting of headgear Remains potentially well treated from 3lb higher Also engaged 5.28 Chester Friday TFRHHHII BHA73
6 NEWTOWN DUKE (IRE) (36) 30041-3
5 9-1 (2)
Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Dark Crusader (IRE) Ryan Kavanagh (5) J
O Mrs S. Thorpe Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
B Newtown Anner Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark at Newcastle (1m) in November and returned from 6 months off with a good third of 15 in handicap at C&D last month. No reason why he shouldn’t go well again from unchanged mark. TFRHHHHI BHA72
7 KASGANI (IRE) (10) 5505-36
Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Kastasa (IRE) Zak Wheatley (3) J
O Mr P Blyth & Mr P Morrall Declan Carroll, Malton T
B His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C. Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWEx-IrishmaidenshapedreallywellonhisyarddebutwhenthirdatNottinghamonreturn,finishingwellaftermeetingplentyoftroubleandagain didn’t get a clean run of things when sixth there 10 days ago, albeit partly due to his own hanging. Remains on a competitive mark. TFRHHHII BHA71
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8
SHIPSHAPE
(IRE) (17) 6-52121
Br B g New Bay - Pilates (IRE)
O B J Llewellyn & Partner
B Mountarmstrong Stud
4 9-0 (12)
David Probert J
Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed T
TIMEFORMVIEWIngoodheartfornewyard,winning13/4mSouthwellhandicapinAprilandjustfailingatThirsknexttime.Backtowinningwaysina4-runnerevent over 13f at Hamilton 17 days ago and he’s respected again, for all wide draw and greater test of speed he’ll meet here aren’t certain to suit. TFRHHHII BHA71
9 IMPERIAL TROOPER
(IRE) (22) 263306
Br B g Belardo (IRE) - Oriental Step (IRE)
4 8-10 (3)
George Wood J
O Mr Brian Verinder Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Highpark Bloodstock Ltd Equine Products UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 15 runs since his last win in 2024 and he never really looked like justifying support when sixth of 9 in handicap at Haydock (1 1/4m, good to soft) 22 days ago. Others preferred. TFRHHIII BHA67
10 GOLSPIE (IRE) (3) 244234
Br B g Ribchester (IRE) - Surrey Storm
6 8-7 (9)
Warren Fentiman (3) J
O Morris and Allan Patrick Morris, Prescot T
B Ballinacurra Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Free-going sort arrives after 6 in-frame efforts on the bounce, including when fourth of 14 in handicap at Kempton (11f) only 3 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. TFRHHHII BHA64
11
IDYLLIC
(GB) (56) 41406-6 D
5 8-6 (1)
Br Gr m Bated Breath - Ocean Paradise Amie Waugh (3) J
O The A Listers Wilf Storey, Consett T
B Merton Place Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner last summer but ended 2025 on a low-key note and she shaped as if she’d come on for the run when sixth of 12 in handicap at Thirsk (1 1/2m, good, 25/1) 56 days ago (has since had breathing operation). Hood on 1st time. TFRHHIII BHA63
12
HAVACHOC (GB) (11) 443322 D
4 8-4 (7)
Br Ro g Havana Gold (IRE) - White Chocolate (IRE) Luke Morris J
O Mr Ambrose Turnbull Patrick Morris, Prescot T
B The Rumble Racing Club - White Chocolate
TIMEFORMVIEWEnjoyedaproductivewinteronall-weather,completingahat-trickoveratNewcastleinFebruary Continuedingoodformsinceandwentdownrallying by just a neck to a last-time-out winner there 11 days ago. 2lb out of the weights here but he’s effective on turf and clearly in good form. TFRHHHII BHA59
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2025: POLLING DAY (IRE) 7 9 6 Elizabeth Gale 33-1 (Bernard Llewellyn) 10 ran Hood worn first time by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 8, 10, 12. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 11. Stewards Note:
KASGANI: Following its run on 3/6/2026 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
HAVACHOC: Following its run on 2/6/2026 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
Top-weight SPIRIT OF ACKLAM should be able to cope with this step back up in trip given the speed-favouring nature of Chester and may be able to capitalise on the drop into 0-80 company after an encouraging reappearance. Newtown Duke ran well over C&D last time and also merits consideration from an unchanged mark, with Helmsley also shortlisted having dropped further in the weights.
Don’t forget to bet on the 5:17 at HEXHAM, 5:25 at YORK, 5:37 at BATH, 5:42 at UTTOXETER and 6:00 at LEICESTER.
HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD
The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) has allocated £77.1m in prize money for 2026.
Since 2000 HBLB has invested £1.5bn in prize money to support the British horseracing industry
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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.
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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
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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
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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 SATURDAY SOCIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042 the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 76-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97; such horses rated 75 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher or £25 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 11th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 6th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Chester Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award £50 to the handler responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out. 20 entries, 1 at £25 and 19 at £125 - Closed June 8th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318. (Penalty Value £12885) SS
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.10 - THE LADBROKES GET MORE WITH RACING BET BUILDER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £25770 to the winning horse The second to receive £12085, the third £6045 the fourth £3020, the fifth £1510 and the sixth £755 for three yrs old only Enter by noon, June 8th and pay £250 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 11th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 6th, 2026, for each race won 6lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 9lb Subsequently the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. Ladbrokes have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the handler of the horse judged to be the best turned out. Ladbrokes will also provide branded jackets to stable staff leading the horses. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Ladbrokes. 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 £250. - Closed June 8th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £20315; Second £10160; Third £5080; Fourth £2540; Fifth £1270; Sixth £635 (Penalty Value £25770) 6 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.47 - THE OPERA GRILL CHESTER SELLING STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042 the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377 for two yrs old only Enter by noon, June 8th and pay £125 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 11th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each race won 6lb The winner to be sold by auction in accordance with the Rules of Racing for £10000 Advertised Claiming Price of any other horse starting £50000 Opera Grill Chester has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the handler of the horse judged to be the best turned out. A commission of 10% plus VAT of the selling price will be payable to the Racecourse by the Owner of the horse at the time of sale. The claiming price of each horse will be subject to an additional 10% Premium plus VAT payable to the Racecourse, split equally between the Buyer and the Owner and both the selling price and the advertised claiming price will be subject to VAT where applicable. The post-race auction will be conducted in POUNDS. 15 entries at £125 - Closed June 8th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318. (Penalty Value £12885) 3 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.23 - THE COLETTE, LYNN AND RACHEL’S 50TH BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042, the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 76-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97; such horses rated 75 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher or £25 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 11th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 6th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Colette Brown and friends will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash price of £50 to the handler responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out. 27 entries, 2 at £25 and 25 at £125 - Closed June 8th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318. (Penalty Value £12885) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.00 - THE JOHN SMITH’S HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042, the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377 for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 76-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97; such horses rated 75 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 11th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 6th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb John Smith’s have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the handler responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out. 22 entries, 1 at £25 and 21 at £125 - Closed June 8th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318. (Penalty Value £12885) SS SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.37 - THE ROODEE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7731 to the winning horse The second to receive £3625 the third £1813, the fourth £906, the fifth £453 and the sixth £226. 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). £75 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher or £15 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 11th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 6th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Chester Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award £50 to the handler responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out. 20 entries at £75.
- Closed June 8th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £6095; Second £3048; Third £1524; Fourth £762; Fifth £381; Sixth £191 (Penalty Value £7731) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS
SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.12 - THE SUMMER SATURDAY ON 27TH JUNE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7731 to the winning horse The second to receive £3625 the third £1813, the fourth £906, the fifth £453 and the sixth £226. 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). £75 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher or £15 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 11th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 6th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Chester Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award £50 to the handler responsible for the horse judged to be the best turned out. 20 entries, 1 at £15 and 19 at £75. - Closed June 8th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £6095; Second £3048; Third £1524; Fourth £762; Fifth £381; Sixth £191 (Penalty Value £7731) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS
SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE
SATURDAY 13TH JUNE - THE SATURDAY SOCIAL IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ALLINGTON HUGHES LAW
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
IAN O’DOHERTY (Chair)
JOËLLE WARREN MBE
GARY MIDDLEBROOK
JULIE HARRINGTON
KEVIN HART
LOUISE STEWART (Chief Executive Officer)
MARCO GARAVELLO (Chief Financial Officer)
STEWARDS
GREG PEARSON (Chief Steward)
PETA EVETTS
(Stewards’ Panel Chair)
NATHAN GREEN, ROBERT McCARTHY,
MICHAEL WALTON
STARTERS
LEE JONES
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
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GILL WHITTAKER
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STEWART MACHIN
BETTING RING MANAGERS
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MIXE OXLEY
MACAULEY CHAPMAN
EQUINE WELFARE & INTEGRITY OFFICERS
AMY FAIRCLOUGH
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