RACING
FOOD COUR T & PICNIC AREA
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.
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.
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
K R BURKE (13 wins from 52 runners, 25%) runs TOWN QUEEN (1.15), STELLAR QUEST (2.20), KORKER (3.30).
T EASTERBY (12 wins from 123 runners, 10%) runs FURTURRA (2.20), BRIGHTON BOY (3.30).
A BALDING (9 wins from 66 runners, 14%) runs MACHADADORP (1.15), PURE GRIT (1.50), SOLAR PASS (2.53), CROCKHAM HEATH (4.38).
R HANNON (8 wins from 52 runners, 15%) runs LUCKY LUNA (1.15), ANGEL HUNTER (3.30), SLAY QUEEN & SAFFRON DANDY (4.05), BLUE NOON (4.38).
R VARIAN (7 wins from 32 runners, 22%) runs BOBBY BENNU (3.30), TAROT (4.05).
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT CHESTER (2021-2026) WITH RIDES:
JASON HART (17 wins from 113 rides, 15%) rides STAR PEOPLE (1.50), STAY ON TAB (2.20), IMPERIAL SOVEREIGN (2.53), KORKER (3.30), ZIGHY (4.05), HOME HERO (4.38).
OISIN MURPHY (12 wins from 64 rides, 19%) rides MACHADADORP (1.15), PURE GRIT (1.50), FURTURRA (2.20), SOLAR PASS (2.53), ROMAN DRAGON (3.30), RUBY’S ANGEL (4.05), CROCKHAM HEATH (4.38).
PIERRE JAMIN (9 wins from 74 rides, 12%) rides TOWN QUEEN (1.15), KOODINI (1.50), STELLAR QUEST (2.20), KUREDU KING (2.53), ELEMENTS OF FIRE (3.30), HAYYNAH (4.05), MAYAADA (4.38).
CIEREN FALLON (9 wins from 40 rides, 22%) rides OURO PRETO (2.53), MIAMI MATRIX (3.30), CHERRY BAKER (4.05), GATEHOUSE (4.38).
JOCKEYS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
BILLY LOUGHNANE (13 wins from 53 rides, 25%) rides NIGHT SHINING (1.15), THIS MOMENT (1.50), UNDERCOVER AFFAIR (2.20), BELIEVITANDUCAN (2.53), SUPIDO (3.30), CHAMPONIE (4.05), TIMBER TWELVE (4.38).
OISIN MURPHY (12 wins from 63 rides, 19%) rides listed above.
CIEREN FALLON (7 wins from 38 rides, 18%) rides listed above.
HARRY DAVIES (8 wins from 50 rides, 16%) rides ROGUE TEMPTATION (4.05), KNOWLEDGE (4.38).
Virgin Bet Raceday Preview
1.15pm - The likely winner here is the Karl Burke trained Town Queen, a beaten favourite last time out when only beaten a neck at Thirsk. Lucky Luna from the in-form Richard Hannon yard looks to have found a decent opportunity, she put up a similar level of form to Town Queen when she debuted at Salisbury looks to be the value bet here, drawn in stall three is also a nice plus.
1.50pm - A novice event forthe second race and worth noting is runners drawn in stalls one-three are all newcomers, so with inexperience, likely the middle drawn numbers could be the place to find the winner Pure Grit drawn in seven and with Oisin Murphy taking the ride for the in-form Andrew Balding looks to be the answer He made his debut in a warm Newbury maiden and produced a decent rating, likely opposition here is Caturra Lights who ran well here last time, but stall 11 is rather off putting.
2.20pm-Another6furlongrace,thistimeatwoyearoldsellerandthedebutants are drawn middle to high, so unless there is something special lurking, it’s probably best to look at the lower numbers. The standout runner looks to be the booking of Oisin Murphy for the Easterby’s in the shape of Futurra who has run in decent early season maidens and is sure to be thereabouts. Evertease for Eve Johnson Houghton may well give value seekers a fair run for their money, up in trip and down in grade, this steadily progressive colt looked to be in need of a step up in trip and is also nicely drawn.
2.53pm - The remainder of the card are handicaps and we start here with a class four overtwo miles. Believitanducan is bound to have his supporters after being well backed and winning in grand style at Ascot at the start of May. One that catches the eye is Heathen trained by Jennie Candlish who recently had a winner at the Chester May meeting. Heathen will definitely appreciate the step back up in trip and the current going should be to his liking, hopefully go well at a nice price.
3.30pm - The Virgin Bet Handicap, one extra place available here currently, fifth odds & four places. Roman Dragon won over the course earlier in the month, but that was over five furlongs, he is five pounds higher here and has not run over seven furlongs for three years. Elements Of Fire might well have a preference for the All Weather, so a watching brief is advised here. May course winner Supido looks to hold a fine chance of following up, with Billy Loughnane again taking the ride. A four pound rise in the weights shouldn’t stop him from going very close.
4.05pm - Back to sprinting again in this tricky looking three-year-old handicap Ruby’s Angel who just missed out earlier in May is only one pound higher here and so still looks fairly handicapped, stall 12 is quite a negative even with Oisin Murphy taking the ride. Zighy drawn four and with the in-form Jason Hart taking the ride could get back to winning ways with the drop back in trip likely to be in his favour Again an extra place on offer here, fifth odds & four places.
4.38pm - Another three-year-old handicap to finish the card, this time over 10 and a ½ furlongs. Mayaadawon in good style lastweek in a slightlylowergrade, but should still go well off four pounds higher Another one to mention is Blue Noon for Richard Hannon on her handicap debut. Bemersyde also on handicap debut could go well at a nice price, the combination of Jane Chapple-Hyam and Silvestre De Sousa is definitely worth being interested in.
FIRST RACE 1.15
THE CHESTER ROMAN DAY
MAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
for maiden three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares
Total prize fund £15000
RACE DESCRIPTION
Owners Prize Money 1st £6095, 2nd £3048, 3rd £1524, 4th £762, 5th £381, 6th £191. (Penalty Value £7731) colours no horse
This seven furlong contest for fillies and mares aged three-years-old and upwards is a maiden stakesa race for horses that have yet to record a racecourse victory. There are a variety of reasons why the older horses in this race could still be maidens. Stoutly bred horses are unlikely to be seen at their best over the shorter distances of their juvenile season whilst a setback or injury can curtail even the most precociously bred horse’s two-year-old career
1 DANRANA (IRE) (279) 40-
9-2 (7)
Br B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Imrana Ray Dawson J
O Ralph Hadley and Partner Fionn McSharry, Sheriff Hutton T
B Fontstown Stud Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWDandy Man filly who showed ability when fourth on debut at Catterick in July but still looked in need of experience when down the field in a Beverley maiden (7.4f) a month later Absent since and handicaps promise to be more suitable. TFRHHIII BHA-
2 ELEMMA (IRE) (13) 45 3 9-2 (2)
Br B f Starman - Pale Orchid (IRE) Barry McHugh J
O John Rhodes & Peter Timmins Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B Tally-Ho Stud Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWStarman filly who stepped forward from her debut effort when fifth of 8 in a Ripon novice (6f) 2 weeks ago, keeping on gradually without being knocked about. Well drawn but another who’ll be better to suited to handicaps after this. TFRHHIII BHA-
3 GOLDEN MABEL
(GB) (12) 0050
3 9-2 (1)
Br B f Massaat (IRE) - Caledonian Gold Millie Wonnacott (5) J
O Mr R. Heath
B Mr R. Heath
Lisa Williamson, Tarporley T
TIMEFORMVIEWWell held in a trio of novice events and set a stiff task from out of weights when last of 7 on handicap debut at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 12 days ago. Looks up against it returned to maiden company TFRHIIII BHA55
4 IMELDA (IRE) (33) 23
3 9-2 (11)
Br B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Pelosi (IRE) Hector Crouch J
O Horizon Thoroughbreds
B Leo Hayes
David Loughnane, Tern Hill T
Dave Loughnane Racing, A&B Air Systems Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Invincible Spirit filly who has finished placed both outings to date, latterly when third in a Wolverhampton maiden (7f) 33 days ago. Doesn’t look to have much scope for better though, and draw in 11 makes things tricky TFRHHHII BHA-
5 LC TIFFEN (GB) (33) 565-0
Br Gr f Almanaara (IRE) - Mrs Tiffen
3 9-2 (9)
Ben Ffrench Davis (5) J
O Mr Anthony Wilding Lisa Williamson, Tarporley T
B A V Wilding (Chester) Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW No better than mid-division in 3 outings last summer and showed little making handicap/all-weather debut in a first-time hood at Wolverhampton (7f) last month. Easy enough to look elsewhere. TFRHIIII BHA44
6 LUCKY LUNA (IRE) (7) 4
3 9-2 (3)
Br Gr f Lucky Vega (IRE) - Fleur de Sel Joe Leavy J
O RC Syndicate IV Richard Hannon, Marlborough T
B Nicola Kent racingclub.com S
TIMEFORMVIEWBred for longer trips and displayed plenty to work on with that in mind when fourth of 12 in maiden at Salisbury (6f) 7 days ago, pulling clear of remainder Step up to 7f looks sure to be in her favour and she’s very much the type to improve. TFRHHHHI BHA-
7 MACHADADORP (GB) (29) 6
3 9-2 (8)
Br B f Mehmas (IRE) - Maid To Remember Oisin Murphy J
O Cayton Park Stud Limited Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
B Cayton Park Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Has a pedigree of contrasts and she ultimately looked in need of initial experience when sixth of 7 in a class 2 Ascot novice (1m) 4 weeks ago. In top hands and highly likely there’s better to come. TFRHHHII BHA-
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8
NAVONA GREY (GB) (-)
Br Gr f Havana Grey - Gemini
O Paul.F & Keith.C
B Fiona Marner Bloodstock & David Sumpter
3 9-2 (4)
Josephine Gordon J
Gay Kelleway, Newmarket T
TIMEFORM VIEW 25,000 gns yearling, €22,000 2-y-o, Havana Grey filly Half-sister to useful 11f winner Galaxy Star Dam, 11.6f-2m winner half-sister to smart winner up to 9.4f (stayed 1 1/2m) Greatwood. Betting can guide on debut. TFRHHIII BHA-
9 NIGHT SHINING (IRE)
(30) 6-4
Br Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Extricate (IRE)
O Lady Bamford
B Yeomanstown Stud
3 9-2 (5)
Billy Loughnane J
George Boughey Newmarket T
TIMEFORM VIEW 475,000 gns purchase who showed a fair bit more than on debut 10 months earlier when fourth of 6 in novice at Yarmouth (7f) 4 weeks ago, not knocked about. Type to progress again for very good yard. TFRHHHII BHA-
10 TOMMIE’S
ANGEL (IRE) (8) 40
Br B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Global Light (IRE)
3 9-2 (10)
Kaiya Fraser J
O Ride for Tommie Racing Club Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Merely hinted at ability in pair of 6f maidens and low-grade handicaps will be more her bag. TFRHHIII BHA-
11 TOWN QUEEN (IRE)
(28) 22 BF
Br B f Blue Point (IRE) - Madly Truly (USA)
O Mr Jaber Abdullah
B Barnane Stud Ltd
3 9-2 (6)
Pierre-Louis Jamin J
K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
TIMEFORM VIEW €160,000 purchase who has found only one too good both starts to date, no extra only late on over this trip at Thirsk 4 weeks ago. Leading yard really found some form of late and she rates the one to beat with prospect of more to come. TFRHHHHH BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2025: NOCHE CLASICA (IRE) 3 9 2 Kevin Stott 16-1 (Kevin Ryan) 10 ran Hood worn by No. 3, 5.
Probable S.P.’s: 6-4 Town Queen (IRE), 9-2 Lucky Luna (IRE), 13-2 Machadadorp (GB), Night Shining (IRE), 11-1 Imelda (IRE), 25-1 Elemma (IRE), 40-1 Navona Grey (GB), 50-1 Danrana (IRE), 66-1 Golden Mabel (GB), 100-1 Tommie’s Angel (IRE), 300-1 Lc Tiffen (GB)
TOWN QUEEN has displayed more than enough ability to think a race of this nature is within her grasp and she’s hard to get away from. Lucky Luna looks sure to be suited by the step up to 7f and is next best, ahead of Night Shining and Machadadorp.
POSITION OF STALLS
1m2f - Outside Remainder - Inside
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THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
for novice two yrs old
Total prize fund £40000
RACE DESCRIPTION
Owners Prize Money 1st £16252, 2nd £8128, 3rd £4064, 4th £2032, 5th £1016, 6th £508 (Penalty Value £20616) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. colours no horse
This six furlongs Novice Stakes is restricted to two-year-olds but in order to take part all of the runners must meet certain conditions. Unlike a maiden, which is restricted to horses yet to record a victory, winning horses which have run in a maximum of six races are eligible to run. Weights are set according to sex before previous winners are allocated penalties depending on the level at which they have been successful.
1 BLAKE’S MONARCH (IRE) (19) 2 9-7 (4)
Br B c Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Glencross (IRE) Silvestre De Sousa J
O The Good Racing Co Ltd & Partners Ivan Furtado, Easingwold T
B Lynn Lodge Stud Spencer Recycling S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ten Sovereigns colt who produced a promising first effort when just touched off on debut at Wolverhampton (6f) 3 weeks ago, early exuberance/inexperience under pressure costing him victory Will improve and he’s one to consider TFRHHHHI BHA-
2 CATURRA LIGHTS (GB) (23) 33 9-7 (11)
Br Ch c Caturra (IRE) - Freckles Barry McHugh J
O East 11Limited Trainor and Partners Adrian Keatley, Malton T
B Shoreham Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWShowed plenty despite big odds when close third of 8 at Musselburgh on debut in April and similar form when filling same spot over the extended 5f here 23 days ago, moving sweetly again but swamped late. Can progress further but draw makes things tricky TFRHHHII BHA-
3 DEPUTY VICE (IRE) (-)
9-7 (1)
Br B c Mehmas (IRE) - Second Glance (IRE) Kaiya Fraser J
O Caspian Racing Limited Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Farranamanagh House Stud Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 10 €100,000 foal, 90,000 gns yearling, £145,000 2-y-o, Mehmas colt. Half-brother to useful winner up to 1m Habrdi and 2-y-o 6f winner Inside Story Has the plum draw to work from on debut so worth a precautionary market check. TFRHHIII BHA-
4 DREAM ON KENT (GB)
(-)
Br B g Massaat (IRE) - Golden Amber (IRE)
O Emma Evans & Richard Kent
9-7 (3)
Ray Dawson J
David Evans, Abergavenny T
B Mickley Stud Ltd Emma Evans Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled May 14 Massaat gelding. Half-brother to 6f winner Not A Sinner and winner up to 7.4f Amber Blossom. Dam, 6f winner (including at 2 yrs), half-sister to useful winner up to 9f Tauman. TFRHHIII BHA-
5
KOODINI
(IRE) (23) 0
9-7 (10)
Br B c Kodi Bear (IRE) - Magical Dreamer (IRE) Pierre-Louis Jamin J
O The Fifteen 39ers Hugo Palmer Malpas T
B Merribelle Irish Farm Limited Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Kodi Bear colt who wasn’t seen to best effect when finishing ninth of 10 in a 5.5f maiden here on debut 23 days ago, badly hampered final 1f and not recover Likely improver for yard who do very well here. TFRHHHII BHA-
6 METAMOUSE (IRE) (9) 4
9-7 (12)
Br B c Dubawi Legend (IRE) - Miss Candy (IRE) Laura Pearson J
O Beadle Brookes Racing David Loughnane, Tern Hill T
B Tirnaskea Stud Dave Loughnane Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dubawi Legend colt who offered something to work on when keeping on fourth of 12 in a Chepstow maiden (6f) 9 days ago. May do better but has a far from ideal draw in 12. TFRHHIII BHA-
7 MORIARTY MOON (GB) (29) 6
9-7 (6)
Br Ch c Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Minnaloushe (IRE) Hector Crouch J
O Mr Jim Biggane and Partner Michael Bell, Newmarket T
B New England Stud, A. Nicoll & P. Vela Michael Bell Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Starspangledbanner colt who was very green and didn’t threaten when last of 6 on debut in a Goodwood novice (5f) 4 weeks ago. This promises to reveal more upped in trip. TFRHHIII BHA-
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8
PURE GRIT (GB) (15) 2
9-7 (7)
Br B c Pinatubo (IRE) - Gumhrear (IRE) Oisin Murphy J
O Mr Saeed Suhail Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
B Whatcote Farm Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Makes obvious appeal on paper and shaped with plenty of encouragement when second in a Newbury maiden (6f) 2 weeks ago. Knew his job well then but he looks sure to progress and good chance he can go one place better here. TFRHHHHH BHA-
9 STAR PEOPLE (FR) (16)
0
9-7 (5)
Br B c Sioux Nation (USA) - Tayberry (FR) Jason Hart J
O John Blackburn & Ross Harmon John & Sean Quinn, Malton T
B Ecurie Loick Fouchet JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, Sheridan Ny Llp S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sioux Nation colt who looked and shaped as if better for the run when tenth of 15 in a York novice (6f) 16 days ago. Should last longer this time and there’s better to come. TFRHHHII BHA-
10 THIS MOMENT (IRE) (13) 2
Br B c Showcasing - Yourtimeisnow
9-7 (8)
Billy Loughnane J
O Exors of the Late Sheikh Mohammed Obaid George Boughey, Newmarket T
B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
TIMEFORMVIEWShowcasing colt who proved very green but found the strong pace bringing him into it late on when just failing to land a Hamilton novice (6f) 2 weeks ago. Looks sure to improve and no surprise to see him in the mix. TFRHHHHI BHA-
11 VIRTUOUS STAR (IRE) (-)
Br B c Starman - Aretha (IRE)
O Mr M. A. Scaife
9-7 (9)
David Nolan J
Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B Highfort Stud & Mrs Olivia Hoare Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWFoaledApril12.€105,000yearling,240,000gns2-y-o,Starmancolt.Damunracedhalf-sistertowinnerupto7fMajesticMylesand 2-y-o 6f winner (stayed 1m) Parbold (both smart). Noteworthy newcomer who commands close market scrutiny TFRHHHII BHA-
12 TRUST HAVANA (IRE) (-)
Br Gr f Havana Grey - Duo Sono (IRE)
9-2 (2)
Gina Mangan J
O Mr Simon Boucher Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall T
B Pipe View Stud Far Logistics Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 15 €85,000 foal, £17,000 2-y-o, Havana Grey filly Dam, runner-up at 1m in Slovakia at 2 yrs, half-sister to useful winner up to 12.5f Preferential. Yard 1-11 with juvenile runners in last 5 seasons. TFRHHIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2025: TRICKY TEL 2 9 10 Silvestre De Sousa 8-11 (Hugo Palmer) 8 ran
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 4.
Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 Pure Grit (GB), 5-1 This Moment (IRE), 6-1 Caturra Lights (GB), 7-1 Blake’s Monarch (IRE), 10-1 Virtuous Star (IRE), 16-1 Star People (FR), 18-1 Moriarty Moon (GB), 22-1 Koodini (IRE), 28-1 Deputy Vice (IRE), Dream On Kent (GB), 33-1 Metamouse (IRE), 66-1 Trust Havana (IRE)
The well-bred PURE GRIT knew his job and offered plenty to work on when second in a Newbury maiden 2 weeks ago and, with progress firmly anticipated, Andrew Balding’s colt looks to have plenty going for him. There are several interesting ones in opposition, headed up by This Moment, Blake’s Monarch and Caturra Lights. Virtuous Star is a newcomer to note in the betting.
Don’t forget to bet on the 1:55 at CATTERICK BRIDGE, 2:00 at CARLISLE and 2:15 at BEVERLEY
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THIRD RACE 2.20
THE KINGKABS SELLING STAKES (CLASS 4)
for two yrs old
Total prize fund £25000
Owners Prize Money 1st £10158, 2nd £5080, 3rd £2540, 4th £1270, 5th £635, 6th £318 (Penalty Value £12885)
RACE DESCRIPTION
Selling Stakes exist as an outlet for connections to sell their horses. Any horse that wins a seller such as this six 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.
colours no horse st-lb Draw Jockey
1 CLARET AND BLUES (GB) (23) (£30000) 53 9-4 (12)
Br Ch c Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Rhal (IRE) (Rahy (USA)) Barry McHugh J
O Mr A Tattersall & Partner Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Speedily bred sort who held a prominent position but failed to improve on debut form when third in a Southwell maiden (5f) 23 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA-
2 DELETE DELETE (GB) (-) (£30000) 9-4 (7)
Br B g Massaat (IRE) - High Speed (IRE) (Kodiac) Silvestre De Sousa 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 Foaled March 16 20,000 gns yearling, Massaat gelding. Brother to 3 winners, including useful 6f winner Mas Rapido and 7f winner Rapido Girl. Market can guide on debut. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 EVERATEASE (GB) (14) (£30000) 664 9-4 (4)
Br Ch c A’Ali (IRE) - Displaying Amber (Showcasing) Charles Bishop J
O Ever Equine Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury T
B Andrew Ford ABM Catering Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWA’ali colt who fared better than previously despite leaving the impression the emphasis was far too much on speed when fourth in a Doncaster maiden (5f) 2 weeks ago. Takes a drop in class now and this step up in trip promises to unlock further progress. TFRHHHHH BHA-
4
EXPLAININGISLOSING (GB) (9) (£30000) 53
9-4 (11)
Br Ch g Showcasing - Eufemia (Dream Ahead (USA)) David Nolan J
O Mr Aidan O’Ryan Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B Springcombe Park Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Cheap purchase who has looked to be learning on the job in 2 starts to date, making the frame when third at Musselburgh (5f) 9 days ago. However, drawn wider than ideal on this occasion and he needs to take a step forward if he’s to play a prominent role. TFRHHHII BHA-
5 FURTURRA (GB) (9) (£30000) 6402
9-4 (5)
Br Ch g Caturra (IRE) - Fairy Stories (Mayson) Oisin Murphy J
O Nick Bradley Racing 4 & Partner Tim Easterby Malton T
B S. D. Knipe & C. Paterson Tattersalls S
TIMEFORMVIEWNo better than mid-field on first 3 starts but step forward when second at Musselburgh (5f) 9 days ago, making his stablemate dig deep. Good claims with a repeat and booking of Oisin Murphy catches the eye. TFRHHHHI BHA-
6 STAY ON TAB (GB) (9) (£30000) 636
9-4 (1)
Br B c Harry Angel (IRE) - Exceedingly Sonic (Exceed And Excel (AUS)) Jason Hart J
O Mr Bruce Jones & I Jardine Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Mr Nicholas a Conway Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in trio of maiden/novice events at Musselburgh in recent weeks. Tongue strap goes on. TFRHHIII BHA-
7 STELLAR QUEST (IRE) (-) (£30000)
9-4 (6)
Br B c Space Traveller - What Is Life (IRE) (Iffraaj) Pierre-Louis Jamin
O Mr D J Mackay & West Shaw Farm K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B Rigsdale Stud KB Spigot Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWFoaledMarch18 €16,000foal,SpaceTravellercolt.Half-brotherto2-y-o5fwinnerSolvencyandwinnerupto6fLatinRace. Dam ran twice out of useful 8.4f winner Media Luna. Noteworthy newcomer representing very powerful stable. TFRHHHII BHA-
J
Br Breeding O Owner
B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8
UNDERCOVER AFFAIR (IRE) (12) (£30000) 442 9-4 (10)
Br Gr g Havana Grey - Secret Romance (Sakhee’s Secret) Billy Loughnane J
O Mr P. D. Evans David Evans, Abergavenny T
B Tally-Ho Stud Emma Evans Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Havana Grey gelding who has progressed a little with each start to date, leading until late when second at Wolverhampton (5f) 12 days ago. Good claims down in class despite a less-than-ideal draw TFRHHHHI BHA-
9 FORTUNATE (GB) (10) (£30000) 600
8-13 (3)
Br B f Lope Y Fernandez (IRE) - Luckyboylovelywife (Oasis Dream) Rhys Clutterbuck J
O The Woodway 20 Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury T
B Whitsbury Manor Stud & Kinsale Stud ABM Catering Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Nearer last than first all 3 starts to date. TFRHHIII BHA-
10 HAPPY HUMPO (GB) (45) (£30000) 0 8-13 (2)
Br B f Mohaather - Salvo (Acclamation) Hector Crouch J
O Nick Bradley Racing 27 & OddsOnSyndicate Charlie Clover, Newmarket T
B Farraday Equine Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Mohaather filly who looked badly in need of the experience when last of 11 in a Beverley novice (5f) 45 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA-
11 SHANIKO (GB) (-) (£30000)
8-13 (8)
Br B f Hello Youmzain (FR) - Vigogne (Kingman) Ray Dawson J
O Elwick Stud Craig Lidster, Malton T
B Elwick Stud Elwick Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 14 Hello Youmzain filly Dam unraced. Wears hood.
12
TRUST IN FAR
(IRE) (8) (£30000) 0
TFRHHIII BHA-
8-13 (9)
Br B f Blackbeard (IRE) - Irishstone (IRE) (Danehill Dancer (IRE)) Gina Mangan J
O Mr Simon Boucher Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall T
B Edergole Thoroughbred Ltd Far Logistics Ltd S
TFRHIIII BHA-
TIMEFORM VIEW £15,000 2-y-o, Blackbeard filly At long odds for debut and could hardly have shown any less when last of 9 in a Haydock maiden (6f) 8 days ago, tailed off over 2f out.
DECLARED RUNNERS 12
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Hood worn first time by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6.
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2.
Stewards Note:
FORTUNATE: Following its run on 20/5/2026 it was reported that the horse hung badly left off the bend.
Probable S.P.’s: 7-2 Furturra (GB), 9-2 Undercover Affair (IRE), 5-1 Everatease (GB), 6-1 Stellar Quest (IRE), 11-1 Claret And Blues (GB), 14-1 Delete Delete (GB), Explainingislosing (GB), 22-1 Shaniko (GB), 33-1 Stay On Tab (GB), 40-1 Fortunate (GB), 50-1 Happy Humpo (GB), 66-1 Trust In Far (IRE)
EVERATEASE shaped better than previously despite seemingly finding the emphasis too much on speed when fourth at Doncaster recently and, with this increase in trip looking likely to unlock further progress, he could be the answer down in class. Undercover Affair has been progressing gradually and is an obvious threat, along with Furturra.
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THE LOUISE KEEGAN 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)
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a two mile handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 61 to 80 In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far. The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than a lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 40 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 130.
1 MIDNIGHT RUMBLE (GB) (54) 20-3524 5 10-0 (1)
Br B g Oasis Dream - Inpromptu (IRE) Joe Leavy J
O Broad Oak Km Jake Coulson, Heaton T
B Carisbrooke Stud Broad Oak Group S
TIMEFORMVIEWModest strike rate but ended his time with Alan King in good form, not beaten far when fourth at Kempton (1 1/2m) in April. Changed hands for 30,000 gns thereafter and interesting connections opt for a marked step up in trip now TFRHHHII BHA82
2
VENEZUELAN (IRE) (236) 234122- 4 9-13 (7)
Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Santa Teresa (IRE) Gina Mangan J
O Mr P. And Mrs G. A. Clarke Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall T
B Lynch Bages Ltd & Rhinestone B/Stock Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a thin Lingfield maiden prior to finishing second in consecutive 1 1/2m handicaps at Newmarket/Wolverhampton. Subsequently sold from the Ralph Beckett yard for 90,000 gns, and he looks worth a go at staying trips. Cheekpieces replace visor for return/stable debut. TFRHHHII BHA82
3 KUREDU KING
(IRE) (254) 440151-
Br Ch g Churchill (IRE) - Orcia (IRE)
O Blackhurst Racing
4 9-13 (9)
Pierre-Louis Jamin J
Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Kildaragh Stud Tote, Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORMVIEWProgressive staying handicapper for the Gosden yard last summer but looked anything but a natural in pair of hurdle runs for new stable this spring. Return to this discipline could have positive effect but betting may prove best guide. TFRHHHII BHA82
4
SAVROLA
(IRE) (13) 12212-0 D
Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Toujours L’Amour
7 9-12 (2)
Kaiya Fraser J
O Mr Anthony White Dianne Sayer, Penrith T
B Deerfield Farm Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on final start in 2024 and continued good work throughout last year, winning twice and runner-up other 3 outings. Low-key return from 10 months off at Hamilton (13f) 2 weeks ago and he’s best when able to dominate. TFRHHIII BHA80
5 IMPERIAL SOVEREIGN
(IRE) (22) 423-430 5 9-12 (8)
Br B g Frankel - Imperial Charm Jason Hart J
O James and Susan Cookson Philip Kirby Richmond T
B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWRemains with just a sole success but not for the first time caught the eye when seventh in the Plate here (18.6f) 3 weeks ago, faring best of those held up having been poorly drawn. Eased further 1lb ahead of this and one to be interested in down in class. TFRHHHHI BHA80
6 OURO PRETO (FR) (15) 36610-0 5 9-11 (11)
Br B g Wootton Bassett - Harem Mistress (IRE) Cieren Fallon J
O Miss V. E. Renwick Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Jean-Paul Cayrouze & Haras Bonne Chance Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW A 3-time winner for M. Delzangles in France, he finished well held on stable debut/reappearance at Hamilton (11f) 2 weeks ago, and hopes are seemingly pinned on a significant step up in trip. TFRHHIII BHA79
7 BELIEVITANDUCAN (IRE) (22) 3221/2-1 D 5 9-9 (3)
Br B g Make Believe - Shirin of Persia (IRE) Billy Loughnane J
O Owners Group 140 Alan King, Barbury Castle T
B Carrigbeg Stud Owners Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 3 times over hurdles upon joining present stable and took his form up a notch in this sphere following 3 months off when winning at Ascot (2m) 3 weeks ago. Looks a big player again from 4lb higher mark with Billy Loughnane taking the ride. TFRHHHHH BHA77
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8
DANCE TIME (GB) (22) 143-450 D
Br B m Time Test - Dancing Primo
O Mrs V Owen & Mr I Owen
B L. R. Owen
6 9-6 (6)
Hector Crouch J
David Loughnane, Tern Hill T
Dave Loughnane Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW All wins have come on all-weather but shaped better than bare result in first-time blinkers (retained) when ninth in an extended 1 1/2m handicap here 3 weeks ago. Step back up in trip rates a definite positive and better anticipated. TFRHHHHI BHA74
9 HEATHEN
(GB) (259) 134244-
Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Great Heavens
7 9-5 (10)
David Nolan J
O Mr K. O. Warner Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Kincorth Investments Inc
Equine Products UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent 3-time winner for David O’Meara who ran well on first start for new yard when fourth of 10 in handicap at this course (12.3f) in September Absent since but his record fresh is a positive and returns with stable in form. TFRHHHII BHA73
10 SOLAR PASS (GB) (28) 220-152
4 9-5 (4)
Br B f Phoenix Reach (IRE) - Highland Pass Oisin Murphy J
O Kingsclere Racing Club Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
B Kingsclere Stud Kingsclere Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Southwell (1 1/2m) in March and quickly dispelled a lesser effort in first-time cheekpieces when second at Goodwood (2m) 4 weeks ago. Leading stable’s runners always command respect on the Roodee and well worth a second look. TFRHHHHI BHA74
11 PERCY JONES (GB) (15) 10550-0
7 9-4 (5)
Br B g Sir Percy - Luisa Calderon Charles Bishop J
O S & A Mares & Racing Facades Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster T
B Miss K. Rausing
TIMEFORMVIEWA 4-time Wolverhampton winner latest in August. Looked in need of first start for 6 months when eighth of 15 at Newbury (1 1/2m) 2 weeks ago and he’s acquitted himself with credit on previous visits here. Steps back up significantly in trip with cheekpieces now reached for. TFRHHIII BHA72
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2025: STATE LEGEND (IRE) 6 9 11 Joe Leavy 25-1 (Ian Williams) 12 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 11. Blinkers worn by No. 3, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 10
Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 Believitanducan (IRE), 11-2 Solar Pass (GB), 17-2 Venezuelan (IRE), 9-1 Dance Time (GB), 10-1 Imperial Sovereign (IRE), 11-1 Midnight Rumble (GB), 14-1 Kuredu King (IRE), 16-1 Heathen (GB), 18-1 Savrola (IRE), 22-1 Ouro Preto (FR), 28-1 Percy Jones (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
A 3lb rise for BELIEVITANDUCAN’s Ascot success 3 weeks ago looks fair and Alan King’s 5-y-o is fancied to make a bold bid to follow up with Billy Loughnane an eye-catching booking. Imperial Sovereign caught the eye in the Plate here earlier this month and is another to consider Dance Time and Solar Pass also need factoring in.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BELIEVITANDUCAN (IRE) 2.IMPERIAL SOVEREIGN (IRE) 3.DANCE TIME
Don’t forget to bet on the 2:58 at CATTERICK BRIDGE, 3:10 at CARLISLE and 3:25 at BEVERLEY.
FIFTH RACE 3.30
THE VIRGIN BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £50000
Owners Prize Money 1st £20315, 2nd £10160, 3rd £5080, 4th £2540, 5th £1270, 6th £635 (Penalty Value £25770) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a seven furlong handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 105. 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 105 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 100.
1 PALMAR BAY (FR) (21) 1064-44 CD 5 9-12 (5)
Br B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Di Fede (IRE) Hector Crouch J
O Mr Robert Ng Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T
B Mr M. Robert Ng
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a brace of 7f handicaps last season and returned from 3 months off with a solid fourth in listed race at Wolverhampton (7f) in March. Not disgraced in another listed event at Haydock since but he’ll require a really smart effort from a mark of 102. TFRHHHII BHA102
2 ROMAN DRAGON (GB) (23) 050001 C 7 9-10 (7)
Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Trixie Malone Oisin Murphy J
O Nick Hughes & Owen Promotions Ltd Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
B Owen Promotions Ltd Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Notched eighth course victory when just holding on over 5f 23 days ago. First 7f start for 3 years (all wins at sprint trips). TFRHHHII BHA100
3 NIZAM (FR) (42) 02156-0 D 4 9-5 (10)
Br B g Pinatubo (IRE) - Nausha Charles Bishop J
O Macable Partnership Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
B Sumbe Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 3 of his 9 starts in France, most recently landing a 1m Deauville handicap last summer Went without headgear (again discarded) when down the field in Spring Cup at Newbury on return for new yard. Supido very much the stable first string unless the betting hints otherwise. TFRHHIII BHA95
4 ELEMENTS OF FIRE
(GB) (22) 1/4-1110 D
4 9-4 (1)
Br B g Too Darn Hot - I Remember You (IRE) Pierre-Louis Jamin J
O Hambleton Racing Ltd XVIII Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T
B Kingsmead Bloodstock Ltd Hambleton Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful performer who made it 4-4 on all-weather (all 7f) when making all in Wolverhampton handicap last month. Weakened into seventh in 6f Ascot handicap back on turf since but may find it easier to dominate back at 7f from the inside stall. TFRHHHHI BHA94
5 SUPIDO (FR) (24) 00050-1 C D
4 9-4 (3)
Br B g Blue Point (IRE) - Zanyeva (IRE) Billy Loughnane J
O Bell, Lyons & James Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
B Mr Moussa Mbacke MAISON49 S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lost his way last year after a promising start for this yard but back to form with a bang to win 13-runner handicap at this course (7.6f, good to firm) 24 days ago. Well drawn again and a 4lb rise doesn’t look enough to stop him. TFRHHHHH BHA94
6 BOBBY BENNU (IRE) (224) 302550- C D 5 9-3 (12)
Br Gr g Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Clenaghcastle Lady (IRE) Ray Dawson J
O Middleham Park Racing XLIII Roger Varian, Newmarket T
B Mr D. McCarthy Middleham Park Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Had an up and down 2025 having scored 3 times as a 3-y-o (including here) but at least starts off new season below his winning mark. Draw not ideal, though. TFRHHIII BHA93
7 KORKER (IRE) (14) 320-000 7 9-1 (11)
Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Adaptation Jason Hart J
O Fine Claret Racing,Mrs Burke & Mr C Wood K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B Ballyhane Stud Ltd KB Spigot Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since 2023 Placed twice from his reduced mark last autumn but down the field on all 3 outings this spring. TFRHHIII BHA91
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8
ANGEL HUNTER (GB) (14) 0-001
9-1 (9)
Br B c Acclamation - Ruxleys Star (USA) Alec Voikhansky J
O Mr William Stobart Richard Hannon, Marlborough T
B Pineapple Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Put best foot forward to resume winning ways at Lingfield (1m) last month. Creditable sixth of 11 at Newmarket (7f good to firm) 14 days ago but looks summed up by his mark. TFRHHHII BHA91
9
THE ANGEL KING (GB) (24) 301-006 D 4 9-1 (13)
Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Khaleesy (IRE) Ryan Kavanagh (5) J
O Mr D. R. Passant Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
B Al Asayl France Greenhous Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWDual winner in France for Francis-Henri Graffard. Promise at the second time of asking for new yard when 2 1/2 lengths sixth of 13 to Supido here (7.6f, good to firm) 24 days ago, having hopeless task from position. Stall 13 could make things awkward. TFRHHHII BHA91
10 MIDNIGHT
STRIKE
(IRE) (24) 03340-0
4 8-12 (4)
Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Not After Midnight (IRE) Barry McHugh J
O James Paul Services To Industry Ltd Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Hawes Stud James Paul Services To Industry Ltd, Equine Products UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful at his peak in Ireland but no promise in C&D handicap on first outing for new connections 24 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA88
11 MIAMI MATRIX
(IRE) (24) 11002-4 C D 4 8-9 (6)
Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Duchess of Danzig (GER) Cieren Fallon J
O The matrix partnership Patrick Morris, Prescot T
B Nicholas Hartery & Irish National Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWThree-time winner for Hugo Palmer last season and made an encouraging return for new yard following 8 months off when fourth of 13 over C&D 24 days ago. Can pay his way again this campaign on that evidence. TFRHHHHI BHA85
12 BRIGHTON BOY (IRE)
(14) 010-001 C D 4 8-8 (8)
Br Gr g Gregorian (IRE) - Natural Instinct (IRE) Warren Fentiman (3) J
O Reality Partnerships II Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Mount Coote Estates Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual course winner during his time with Andrew Balding and back to form for new yard when edging ahead late on at Thirsk (7f, good to soft) 14 days ago. A 3lb rise for that is offset by Warren Fentiman’s claim. TFRHHHHI BHA84
13 LEXINGTON JET (IRE) (53) 3-11010
4 8-6 (2)
Br Ch g Cotai Glory - Ejadah (IRE) Silvestre De Sousa 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, winning 3 times over 1m at Chelmsford. Lesser effort at Southwell 8 weeks ago but he is well drawn to attack back on turf TFRHHHII BHA82
DECLARED RUNNERS 13
2025: MYAL 4 9 2 David Egan 11-2 (Steph Hollinshead) 13 ran Hood worn by No. 6. Blinkers worn by No. 8, 13 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5.
Probable S.P.’s: 5-1 Supido (FR), 11-2 Roman Dragon (GB), 8-1 Brighton Boy (IRE), 10-1 Palmar Bay (FR), 11-1 Angel Hunter (GB), 12-1 Elements of Fire (GB), Miami Matrix (IRE), 14-1 Bobby Bennu (IRE), The Angel King (GB), 20-1 Korker (IRE), 25-1 Lexington Jet (IRE), 40-1 Nizam (FR), Midnight Strike (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
SUPIDO has fared well with the draw here again and can make light of a 4lb rise for his win over the extended 7f earlier in the month. Elements of Fire faded dropped to 6f on his turf return at Ascot 3 weeks ago but he’s shown very progressive form over 7f from the front on all-weather and is ideally drawn to control things from stall 1. Brighton Boy and Miami Matrix complete the shortlist.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SUPIDO (FR) 2.ELEMENTS OF FIRE 3.BRIGHTON BOY (IRE)
Don’t forget to bet on the 3:35 at CATTERICK BRIDGE, 3:45 at CARLISLE and 4:00 at BEVERLEY
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The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) has allocated £77.1m in prize money for 2026.
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THE JOHN SMITH’S FILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
for three yrs old fillies
Total prize fund £15000
Owners Prize Money 1st £6095, 2nd £3048, 3rd £1524, 4th £762, 5th £381, 6th £191. (Penalty Value £7731)
RACE DESCRIPTION
6f 17y
This is a six furlong handicap race for three-year-olds which have been rated from 66 to 85 Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 6lb
colours no horse st-lb Draw Jockey
1 CHAMPONIE (GB) (22) 116 D
Br Br f Showcasing - Final Option
9-9 (3)
Billy Loughnane J
O Mrs J.H Heslop George Boughey, Newmarket T
B Hestercombe Bloodstock Firewall Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won over 6f on all-weather on first 2 starts. Didn’t look ideally suited by the drop to 5f when sixth of 12 on handicap debut here 22 days ago and remains open to progress back at this trip. A bold show is likely from a handy draw TFRHHHHH BHA85
2 CHERRY BAKER (GB) (24) 2551-01 CD
9-9 (10)
Br B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Butsova (IRE) Cieren Fallon J
O The Gredley Family
James Owen, Newmarket T
B Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd Unex Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a useful effort when coming with a strong run from the rear to win a C&D handicap 24 days ago by a length from the reopposing Ruby’s Angel. Still on a workable mark but she’ll likely need things to fall right again from stall 10 TFRHHHII BHA85
3 TAROT
(GB) (232) 2231- D
Br Ch f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Astrologer
9-9 (11)
Ray Dawson J
O Cheveley Park Stud Roger Varian, Newmarket T
B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Cheveley Park Stud Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form last year making all in 6f Kempton novice when last seen in October Has the potential for better in handicaps for her leading yard but stall 11 is far from ideal on reappearance. TFRHHHII BHA85
4 SLAY QUEEN
(IRE) (29) 11005-0 D
9-9 (5)
Br B f Acclamation - Asterella (FR) Joe Leavy J
O Dove Valley Holdings Ltd Richard Hannon, Marlborough T
B Herbertstown House Stud Eaton Hall Shooting Ground S
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive last summer but struggled at the end of last season and also well held on Newmarket reappearance 4 weeks ago. TFRHHIII BHA85
5
ZIGHY
(IRE) (30) 3221-14 D
Br B f Mehmas (IRE) - Edelline (IRE)
9-6 (4)
Jason Hart J
O Exors of the Late Sheikh Mohammed Obaid George Boughey Newmarket T
B Gigginstown House Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Took 5 attempts to get off the mark but big step forward when following up on handicap bow at Southwell (6f) on reappearance in April. Faded late on when fourth over 7f at Yarmouth since. The return to 6f may suit and one of 2 strong contenders here for George Boughey TFRHHHHI BHA82
6 RUBY’S ANGEL (IRE) (24) 33414-2 D
9-5 (12)
Br B f Starman - Angel Meadow Oisin Murphy J
O Roudee Racing 18 Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
B Tally-Ho Stud Roudee Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW York nursery winner last season. Stepped up on that form when length second of 12 to Cherry Baker on C&D reappearance. leading until the final 100 yds. Had the inside stall on that occasion but it’ll be a lot to tougher to repeat the front-running tactics from the 12 box. TFRHHHII BHA81
7 HAYYNAH (GB) (49) 262-210 9-4 (2)
Br B f Showcasing - Platinum Pearl Pierre-Louis Jamin J
O Ahmad Ziad Galadari Ollie Sangster, Marlborough T
B Galadari Sons Stud Company Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Put experience to good use to get off the mark in 9-runner Southwell novice (5f) in February Well held in handicap back there since. Handily drawn back on turf but others are still more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA80
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
Br B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Saffian
9-4 (7)
Alec Voikhansky J
O Middleham Park Racing CVI & Partner Richard Hannon, Marlborough T
B Mr Denis B. McCarthy Middleham Park Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEWMadeasuccessfulhandicap/all-weatherdebutatWolverhamptoninJanuaryandfollowedupatLingfield(6f).Hasfound life tougher since, although she seemingly failed to handle the undulations of Ripon back on turf last time. TFRHHHII BHA80
9 EVIE ROSS (IRE)
(24) 016-0
Br B f Coulsty (IRE) - Macarthurs Park (IRE)
9-1 (9)
Hector Crouch J
O S R Hope & S W Barrow Clive Cox, Hungerford T
B Macarthurs Park Partnership Clive Cox Racing Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWMuchimprovedfromdebutwhenscoringcomfortablyina5fChepstowmaideninlastAugust.Notdisgracedonformwhenninth of 12 in 6f Salisbury handicap on reappearance 24 days ago but it underlines she needs improvement from her mark. TFRHHIII BHA77
10 TRUST AMY (IRE) (8) 51565-0 CD
Br B f Starman - Wizz Up (IRE)
9-0 (1)
Gina Mangan J
O Mr Simon Boucher Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall T
B D. & E. Phelan Far Logistics Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D nursery winner on soft last September Flying too high in listed company at Haydock on last week’s reappearance and should be a lot more competitive back in a handicap, particularly as she’s well drawn. TFRHHHII BHA76
11 ROGUE TEMPTATION (IRE) (22) 2304-50 D
Br B f Mehmas (IRE) - Next Trial (IRE)
O The Rogues Gallery
8-13 (8)
Harry Davies J
Edward Bethell, Middleham T
B Tally-Ho Stud Rogues Gallery Racing, Essex 4X4 Centre S
TIMEFORM VIEW A fairly useful 6f winner at 2 yrs. Creditable fifth of 13 on Ripon reappearance but failed to build on it when down the field at Ascot 3 weeks later TFRHHIII BHA75
12 FIZZY
CRISTAL (GB) (11) 3421-61 D
Br Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Cristal Fizz (IRE)
8-8
(6)
Warren Fentiman (3) J
O Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Second 6f Newcastle win when seeing off 7 rivals 11 days ago, showing a good attitude. Still looks on a workable mark if as effective back on turf TFRHHHHI BHA70
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2025: SEA EMILY RUN 3 9 7 Jack Mitchell 4-1 (Tom Clover) 10 ran Blinkers worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7, 11. Stewards Note:
CHAMPONIE: Following its run on 8/5/2026 it was reported that the horse hung right off the home bend. HAYYNAH: Following its run on 11/4/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed throughout.
Probable S.P.’s: 7-2 Champonie (GB), 11-2 Ruby’s Angel (IRE), 6-1 Cherry Baker (GB), 7-1 Fizzy Cristal (GB), 9-1 Tarot (GB), 11-1 Zighy (IRE), 20-1 Evie Ross (IRE), 22-1 Saffron Dandy (IRE), 25-1 Trust Amy (IRE), 33-1 Slay Queen (IRE), Hayynah (GB), Rogue Temptation (IRE)
The return to 6f should suit CHAMPONIE who is taken to show she’s ahead of her mark at the second time of asking in handicaps. If Fizzy Cristal can translate her recent all-weather form to turf she’s likely to go well, while the return to 6f should suit the selection’s stablemate Zighy
Don’t forget to bet on the 4:12 at CATTERICK BRIDGE, 4:20 at CARLISLE and 4:32 at BEVERLEY
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THE GENERAL ELLIOT CROFT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS RACE)
for three yrs old
Total prize fund £15000
Owners Prize Money 1st £6095, 2nd £3048, 3rd £1524, 4th £762, 5th £381, 6th £191. (Penalty Value £7731) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a one mile, two and a half furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds which have been rated from 66 to 85 Like most handicaps on the flat this race is also open to horses that are rated below that particular band. However, all handicaps stipulate a 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.
Br B g Victor Ludorum - Selfsame (USA) David Nolan J
O Advance Group UK Ltd Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B Mr Philip Mahler Richard Fahey Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW Raced at 7f since his debut, showing fairly useful form as a juvenile without winning. Well held in novice and handicap this year, although he did suffer interference at York latterly Steps up significantly in trip in a bid to get his career back on track. TFRHHIII BHA82
2 TIMBER TWELVE (GB) (32) 1-14 9-9 (7)
Br B g Ulysses (IRE) - Wood Chorus Billy Loughnane J
O Mr Justin Dowley and Partner Michael Bell, Newmarket T
B Worksop Manor Stud Michael Bell Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 1m novices on all-weather at Kempton and Southwell 5 months apart. Couldn’t continue his upward trajectory when fourth of 6 on handicap debut at Epsom (8.5f, good, 11/2) 32 days ago but it’s still early days. TFRHHHII BHA82
3 GATEHOUSE (IRE) (27) 21-14 D 9-8 (8)
Br B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Wild Intrigue (IRE) Cieren Fallon J
O Mr S. P. C. Woods
B Yulong Investments
S. P. C. Woods, Newmarket T
TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged novice at Chelmsford over this trip in December and followed up in 7-runner handicap at Southwell (1m) in April. Not in the same form when fourth of 5 in handicap at Newmarket (1 1/4m, good to firm) on turf debut 27 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA81
4 KNOWLEDGE (GB) (49) 15
9-8 (10)
Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Bespangled (IRE) Harry Davies J
O Highclere Thoroughbred Racing - Walnut Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T
B Elwick Stud & Sunderland Holdings Ltd Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Found plenty when making a winning start in a 1m Southwell novice in January (narrowly denied now-useful runner-up). Checked out when last of 5 at Yarmouth (1 1/4m, good) 12 weeks later Subsequently gelded. Retains potential for handicaps. TFRHHHHI BHA81
5
BEMERSYDE
(IRE) (15) 436
9-7 (11)
Br B c Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Cumbfree (IRE) Silvestre De Sousa J
O Mr P. W. Harris
Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket T
B Glenanore Stud Woodstock English Honey S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown promise in his qualifying runs over 1m and looks capable of going on to better things now handicapping over further TFRHHHHI BHA80
6 CROCKHAM HEATH (GB) (27) 01-15
9-7 (5)
Br B c Sea The Moon (GER) - Ultramarine (FR) Oisin Murphy J
O Denford Stud Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
B Denford Stud Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWMade it 2-3 when emphatic winnerof9.5f Wolverhampton handicapin January but madea disappointing return to turf when 12 lengths last of 5 at Newmarket (1 1/4m, good to firm) 27 days ago. He’s better than that. TFRHHHII BHA80
7 MAYAADA (IRE) (7) 300-021 D 9-5 (4)
Br B f Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Young Special (IRE) Pierre-Louis Jamin J
O Nick Bradley Racing 15 & Partner
Ollie Sangster, Marlborough T
B Michael G. Holden Tattersalls S
TIMEFORMVIEWFound further progress to resume winning ways tackling 1 1/4m for the first time at Salisbury (good to soft) last Saturday Should remain competitive off 4lb higher TFRHHHHI BHA78
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
BLUE NOON (IRE) (16) 4-43
Br B f Blue Point (IRE) - Moon Shaddow (IRE)
9-4 (9)
Alec Voikhansky J
O Stall Perlen Ab Richard Hannon, Marlborough T
B Mountarmstrong Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown plenty of ability in her 3 qualifying runs at up to 1 1/4m but hasn’t looked entirely straightforward either (has raced freely and hung). TFRHHHII BHA77
9 FOLK PAGEANT
(GB) (14) 2-101 D
Br B f Masar (IRE) - Lady Marian (GER)
9-1 (3)
Hector Crouch J
O Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Godolphin Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed 1m Lingfield maiden in March and bounced back quickly from a disappointing handicap debut at Southwell when edging ahead late on over 1 1/4m at Newmarket (good to firm) 14 days ago. A 3lb rise doesn’t look enough to stop her with improvement likely TFRHHHHH BHA74
10 HOME HERO (IRE) (268) 644-
8-13 (2)
Br Ch g El Kabeir (USA) - Lady’s Purse Jason Hart J
O Sustainable Building Sevices(UK) & Owen Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
B Coolawn Stud Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed in 3 qualifying runs over 1m last year Gelded ahead of reappearance. Likely improver in handicaps over longer trips. TFRHHHHI BHA72
11 CARWYN (IRE) (8) 3060-00
8-10
(1)
Br B g Masar (IRE) - Gwendolyn (GER) Barry McHugh J
O Mr Conor Morris Patrick Morris, Prescot T
B Mount Coote Estates & R. S. Hoskins
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when placed once in maiden in Ireland last year but well held in all 3 handicaps, including for new yard last twice. TFRHHIII BHA69
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2025: WAR HAWK (IRE) 3 9 10 Jack Mitchell 3-1 (Simon & Ed Crisford) 9 ran
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 4.
Stewards Note:
GATEHOUSE: Following its run on 3/5/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
KNOWLEDGE: Following its run on 11/4/2026 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly
CROCKHAM HEATH: Following its run on 3/5/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 Folk Pageant (GB), 11-2 Mayaada (IRE), 9-1 Blue Noon (IRE), 10-1 Bemersyde (IRE), Crockham Heath (GB), 12-1 Timber Twelve (GB), Knowledge (GB), Home Hero (IRE), 18-1 Gatehouse (IRE), 33-1 Advance Twentyfive (FR), 100-1 Carwyn (IRE)
There was plenty to like about the way FOLK PAGEANT went about things at Newmarket and a 3lb rise could prove lenient with further progress on the cards. Knowledge, Bemersyde and the reappearing Home Hero all bring unexposed potential to their handicap debut, while last weekend’s Salisbury winner Mayaada looks to possess the right attitude.
Don’t forget to bet on the 4:43 at CATTERICK BRIDGE, 4:55 at CARLISLE and 5:08 at BEVERLEY
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RACE CONDITIONS & TODAY’S OFFICIALS
First Race 1.15 - THE CHESTER ROMAN DAY MAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB 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 maiden three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only Enter by noon, May 25th and pay £75 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 28th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 2lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 13lb Chester Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award £50 to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. The grooms of all the best turned out winners today at Chester will be entered in to a draw to win a £250 voucher courtesy of Virgin Bet. 18 entries at £75. - Closed May 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £6095; Second £3048; Third £1524; Fourth £762; Fifth £381; Sixth £191. (Penalty Value £7731) SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 1.50 - THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £20616 to the winning horse The second to receive £9668, the third £4836, the fourth £2416 the fifth £1208 and the sixth £604 for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible. Enter by noon, May 25th and pay £200 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 28th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, a winner of a race 6lb Of 2 races 10lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). Chester Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award £50 to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. The grooms of all the best turned out winners today at Chester will be entered in to a draw to win a £250 voucher courtesy of Virgin Bet. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed towards the prize money for this race. 24 entries at £200 - Closed May 25th, 2026.
Owners Prize Money Winner £16252; Second £8128; Third £4064; Fourth £2032; Fifth £1016; Sixth £508 (Penalty Value £20616) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.20 - THE KINGKABS 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, May 25th and pay £125 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 28th. 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 £15000 Advertised Claiming Price of any other horse starting £30000 KingKabs will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award £50 to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. The grooms of all the best turned out winners today at Chester will be entered in to a draw to win a £250 voucher courtesy of Virgin Bet. A commission of 10% (plus V.A.T.) 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 V.A.T.) 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 V.A.T. where applicable. The post race auction of the winner will be conducted in POUNDS. 18 entries at £125 - Closed May 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318. (Penalty Value £12885) SS SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 2.53 - THE LOUISE KEEGAN 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. May 28th. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 4-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 4-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb DBD International have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award £50 to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. The grooms of all the best turned out winners today at Chester will be entered in to a draw to win a £250 voucher courtesy of Virgin Bet. 21 entries at £75. - Closed May 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £6095; Second £3048; Third £1524; Fourth £762; Fifth £381; Sixth £191. (Penalty Value £7731) SS SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.30 - THE VIRGIN BET 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 25th and pay £250 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 28th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 12lb Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Virgin Bet will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award £100 to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. The grooms of all the best turned out winners today at Chester will be entered in to a draw to win a £250 voucher courtesy of Virgin Bet. 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. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 19 entries at £250. - Closed May 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £20315; Second £10160; Third £5080; Fourth £2540; Fifth £1270; Sixth £635 (Penalty Value £25770) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. 3 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.05 - THE JOHN SMITH’S FILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) 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 three yrs old fillies only Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 28th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, for each race won 6lb 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 £50 to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. The grooms of all the best turned out winners today at Chester will be entered in to a draw to win a £250 voucher, courtesy of Virgin Bet. 22 entries at £75. - Closed May 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £6095; Second £3048; Third £1524; Fourth £762; Fifth £381; Sixth £191 (Penalty Value £7731) SS SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 4.38 - THE GENERAL ELLIOT CROFT 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 three yrs old only, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher or £15 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 28th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, for each race won 6lb DBD International have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award £50 to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. The grooms of all the best turned out winners today at Chester will be entered in to a draw to win a £250 voucher courtesy of Virgin Bet. 17 entries at £75. - Closed May 25th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £6095; Second £3048; Third £1524; Fourth £762; Fifth £381; Sixth £191 (Penalty Value £7731) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE.
SATURDAY 30TH MAY - ROMAN DAY
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
IAN O’DOHERTY (Chair)
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