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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 - mareRo - 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.

TODAY’S TOP TIPS

LEVEL LOOK was returning from a 189-day break when he ﬁnished last of four on his his turf/handicap debut at Newmarket last month. Only fading in the closing stages, the son of Passing Glance can take the step forward required to get back to winning ways. Patagonia Girl comfortably held L’Eagle Aid when she won over C&D in May and is feared the most off just 2lb higher.

WIN: LEVEL LOOK

DANGER: PATAGONIA GIRL

PURE GRIT, who holds an entry in the Mill Reef, showed stacks of promise on his two previous starts. Having been given time since ﬁnishing second to potentially decent prospect over C&D in May, a step forward could suffice for the son of Pinatubo to get off the mark. Shakwaa is nicely bred and should be capable of bettering his Newbury third on debut. Sovereigns High is the form pick of the rest.

WIN: PURE GRIT

DANGER: SHAKWAA

SONG OF THE CLYDE picks up a 3lb penalty for winning the Carnarvon Stakes at Newbury in May but has the quality to shine here. Highly tried in both starts since that Listed success, Clive Cox’s ﬁlly can make the most of dropping in class. Last year’s Redcar Two-Year-Old Trophy winner Ardisia is an old rival of the selection and capable of being on the premises, while the returning 2025 Gimcrack winner Lifeplan is another serious contender

WIN: SONG OF THE CLYDE

DANGER: ARDISIA

MONARCH’S GOLD returned to form with a solid third at Hamilton 17 days ago and this could prove a suitable opportunity for him to secure a third career victory. Toby Moore claims a valuable 7lb off the three-year-old’s back and he edges the vote over Power Fizz. William Haggas’ gelding was too bad to be true when down the ﬁeld on his most recent outing at Newcastle and his previous victory at that venue suggested that there should be more to come. Khaﬁz is the pick of the remainder

WIN: MONARCH’S GOLD

DANGER: POWER FIZZ

Although underwhelming when ﬁnishing a well-beaten third at Salisbury recently, an official rating of 85 suggests that Blue Prince holds leading claims. However, ALPHA CAPTURE has less questions to answer after repeatedly being denied a clear run at York on his latest start and the six-year-old is slightly more compelling. I Still Have Faith may fare best of the remainder

WIN: ALPHA CAPTURE

DANGER: BLUE PRINCE

Having proved progressive over hurdles since scoring here last September, SALIGO BAY ticks plenty of the right boxes and the eight-year-old looks nicely treated reverting to the level after a recent spin over timber at Cartmel. Secret Beach arrives on the back of a C&D second and isn’t taken lightly. The ﬁve-year-old may serve the most resistance to the selection, ahead of Doncaster runner-up Tiger.

WIN: SALIGO BAYDANGER: SECRET BEACH

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:

H PALMER (48 wins from 271 runners, 18%) runs PATAGONIA GIRL (2.10), FITZELLA and ARDISIA (3.20), ROMAN DRAGON (3.52).

A BALDING (48 wins from 230 runners, 21%) runs LEVEL LOOK (2.10), PURE GRIT (2.45), SIMPLIFY (3.20), DANCE IN THE STORM (3.52), CAPE FEAR (4.52).

W HAGGAS (17 wins from 59 runners, 29%) runs POWER FIZZ (3.52).

R BECKETT (15 wins from 83 runners, 18%) runs SOVEREIGNS HIGH (2.45), PALMAR BAY (3.52).

C JOHNSTON (14 wins from 105 runners, 13%) runs L’EAGLE AID (2.10).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

R VARIAN (10 wins from 24 runners, 42%) runs CALICO BLUE (3.20).

E WALKER (10 wins from 43 runners, 23%) runs SHAKWAA (2.45).

W HAGGAS (8 wins from 43 runners, 19%) runners listed above.

A BALDING (8 wins from 45 runners, 18%) runners listed above.

K R BURKE (8 wins from 36 runners, 22%) runs KORKER (3.52).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

LEADING JOCKEYS AT CHESTER (2021-2026) WITH RIDES:

DAVID PROBERT (20 wins from 127 rides, 16%) rides PATAGONIA GIRL (2.10), FITZELLA (3.20), ROMAN DRAGON (3.52), ECHALAR (4.52).

OISIN MURPHY (14 wins from 71 rides, 20%) rides LEVEL LOOK (2.10), PURE GRIT (2.45), SIMPLIFY (3.20), DANCE IN THE STORM (3.52), BLUE PRINCE (4.22), CAPE FEAR (4.52).

CIEREN FALLON (10 wins from 48 rides, 21%) rides ARDISIA (3.20), POWER FIZZ (3.52).

GEORGE WOOD (8 wins from 62 rides, 13%) rides WESTERTON (2.10), THEREWEARETHEN (2.45), SIRIUS A (3.20), CANDONOMORE (4.22).

ZAK WHEATLEY (8 wins from 53 rides, 15%) rides LIFEPLAN (3.20), OMAN (4.52).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

OISIN MURPHY (13 wins from 77 rides, 17%) rides listed above.

CIEREN FALLON (9 wins from 29 rides, 31%) rides listed above.

DAVID PROBERT (7 wins from 38 rides, 18%) rides listed above.

JACK CALLAN (6 wins from 30 rides, 20%) rides L’EAGLE AID (2.10), MIDNIGHT STRIKE (4.22).

KIERAN SHOEMARK (6 wins from 41 rides, 15%) rides SHAKWAA (2.45), SONG OF THE CLYDE (3.20).

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THE RADNOR HILLS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS RACE)

for three 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) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile, four and a half furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 66 to 85 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.

PATAGONIA GIRL (GB) (23) 0-21050 CD 410-1 (7)

Br B f Australia - Katiesheidinlisa David Probert J

O Mr D R Passant & Mr E Spragg Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

B Mr D. R. Passant Greenhous Group Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWMade all over C&D in May before struggling in Group 3 contest at Carlisle. Looked back in form over 10.3f here on her penultimate start but below form over that same trip here last time. Still unexposed over this far, though. TFRHHHII BHA82

CHARMAINE (GB) (34) 26-2444 D 510-1 (4)

Br B m Camelot - Zest (IRE)

Daniel Muscutt J

O Elite Racing Club James Fanshawe, Newmarket T

B Elite Racing Club Elite Racing Club, Pegasus Stables LLP S

TIMEFORM VIEW A consistent sort that was a dual all-weather winner at Southwell and at this course last spring. Back in good heart in 2026 and was far from discredited when fourth of 12 in handicap at Kempton (11f) 34 days ago. Mark has since eased 1lb. TFRHHHII BHA82

KUREDU KING (IRE) (43) 0151-43 D

Br Ch g Churchill (IRE) - Orcia (IRE)

O Ian Furlong & Neil Clayton

49-13 (3)

Joanna Mason J

Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Kildaragh Stud Bluegrass Horse Feeds, Independent Pest Control & Hygiene Services Ltd, Best Bespoke Energy Saving Thermal Covers S

TIMEFORMVIEW Progressive staying handicapper for the Gosdens last summer who ﬁnished well held in a couple of hurdle starts for new yard. However, he ran well when fourthina2mhandicaponreturntotheFlathereinMaybutdidn’tlooktohavethepacefor13/4matNewmarketlasttime.Downfurtherintripnow TFRHHIII BHA80

4

WESTERTON (IRE) (325) 635050-

Br B g Belardo (IRE) - Aubusson (IRE)

69-12 (2)

George Wood J

O Alan Baxter & Shaun Sowray Jennie Candlish, Leek T

B Mrs H. A. Jellett Equine Products UK Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWWinlessforsometimebutprettyconsistentindefeatforbulkoflastseason(whentrainedbyAlanKing).Unluckynottoshedmaidentagoverhurdles at Warwick in May and seemed unsuited by the step up in trip at Cartmel last time. Market should still prove best guide back on the level. TFRHHHII BHA79

5 TIMBER

TWELVE (GB) (32) 1-1451 D

Br B g Ulysses (IRE) - Wood Chorus

39-9 (1)

Ross Coakley J

O Mr R. A. Pegum Michael Bell, Newmarket T

B Worksop Manor Stud Michael Bell Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWWon 1m all-weather novices on ﬁrst 2 starts. Wasn’t able to continue his progress on handicap bow but ran well over 10.3f here next time and produced a muchimprovedeffortwhenreadilywinninga10-runnereventatEpsom(11/2m,goodtoﬁrm)32daysago.Shouldtakesomecatchingfromstall1. TFRHHHHH BHA86

L’EAGLE AID (IRE) (11) 566353 CD BF

Br B g Free Eagle (IRE) - Acres of Diamonds (IRE)

O Two Goldﬁsh & A Balloon

59-6 (6)

Jack Callan J

Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B M. Duffy Direct Charcoal Ltd S

LEVEL LOOK (GB) (16) 04-14

Br B g Passing Glance - Inclyne

O Kingsclere Racing Club

39-1 (5)

Oisin Murphy J

TIMEFORMVIEWHas shaped with some promise a couple of times this summer and didn’t ﬁnd a steady gallop playing to his strengths when third of 4 in handicap at Catterick (1 1/2m, good to ﬁrm, 15/8) 11 days ago. Respected with cheekpieces on 1st time. TFRHHHHI BHA73 7

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Kingsclere Stud Kingsclere Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Left his ﬁrst 2 runs behind to win 4-runner novice at Newcastle (1 1/4m) in January Too keen on his return from 6 months off when last of 4 on his handicap debut at Newmarket (1 1/2m, good to ﬁrm, 11/4) 16 days ago. Should still prove fully effective at this trip. TFRHHHII BHA78

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

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2025: GHAIYYA 3 9 5 Joe Fanning 9-2 (Charlie Johnston) 7 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 6. Blinkers worn by No. 3.

Probable S.P.’s: 5-2 Timber Twelve (GB), 7-2 Charmaine (GB), 11-2 Level Look (GB), 6-1 L’Eagle Aid (IRE), 9-1 Patagonia Girl (GB), 11-1 Westerton (IRE), 20-1 Kuredu King (IRE)

TIMBER TWELVE looked to relish the idiosyncratic test Epsom provides when a comfortable winner there last time and with a plum draw in Stall 1, he’s fancied to repeat the dose here. L’Eagle Aid has already posted several good efforts here this season and can go well again, with Charmaine taken to complete the 1-2-3

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THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF “CONFINED” MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (For horses which have not run more than three times) (GBB RACE)

for maiden two yrs old

Total prize fund £15000

Owners Prize Money 1st £6095, 2nd £3048, 3rd £1524, 4th £762, 5th £381. (Penalty Value £7731)

RACE DESCRIPTION

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

1 PURE GRIT (GB) (64) 22 BF

Br B c Pinatubo (IRE) - Gumhrear (IRE) Oisin Murphy J

O Mr Saeed Suhail Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Whatcote Farm Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWPintaubo colt who cost EUR230,000 as a yearling. Encouragement second-placed ﬁnishes on both starts todate, knowinghis job at Newmarket on debut and losing out only to a potentially-useful rival at C&D 64 days ago. Hard to oppose. TFRHHHHH BHA

SHAKWAA (GB) (31) 3 9-7 (2)

Br B c Golden Pal (USA) - Lady Clementine Kieran Shoemark J

O Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum

B Plantation Stud

Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn T

TIMEFORM VIEW Golden Pal colt who cost 210,000 gns as a yearling. Third of 10 in novice (11/1) at Newbury (6f ﬁrm) on debut 31 days ago, rallying having been outpaced. Should have more to offer TFRHHHHI BHA-

SOVEREIGNS HIGH (IRE) (20) 30

Br B c Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - High Gloss

O Mr Clarence Bennie Robinson

9-7 (5)

Edward Greatrex J

Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Sean Ronan & Caroline Hanly R M Beckett Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ten Sovereigns colt was a promising third of 10 in maiden at Kempton (6f) on debut but seemed unsuited by the emphasis on speed when eighth of 12 in novice at Windsor (6f, good to ﬁrm, 5/1) 20 days ago. Remains open to progress but other tracks may suit better TFRHHHII BHA-

THEREWEARETHEN (IRE) (10) 00

Br Ch c Gleneagles (IRE) - Lady of Rath (IRE)

9-7(1)

George Wood J

O Paul & Clare Rooney Jennie Candlish, Leek T

B Mr B. Schone Equine Products UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Gleneagles colt who has ﬁnished well beaten on both starts to date. TFRHIIII BHA-

INDEPENDENT ROZE (GB) (39) 5

9-2 (3)

Br B f Bangkok (IRE) - Granny Roz Faye McManoman J

O Mr Ian Furlong Lisa Williamson, Tarporley T

B Ian Furlong

TIMEFORM VIEW Bangkok ﬁlly 100/1, last of 5 in novice at Carlisle (6f, good to ﬁrm) on debut 39 days ago, slowly away

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

TFRHIIII BHA-

2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P.’s: 1-2 Pure Grit (GB), 7-2 Shakwaa (GB), 17-2 Sovereigns High (IRE), 66-1 Therewearethen (IRE), 100-1 Independent Roze (GB)

PURE GRIT sets the standard and can go one better than on his two previous outings. Fellow expensive yearling Shakwaa rates as the likeliest danger

Br Breeding O Owner

B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

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THE QUEENSFERRY STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race)

for three yrs old

Total prize fund £60000

Owners Prize Money 1st £26736, 2nd £10974, 3rd £5490, 4th £2742, 5th £1374, 6th £684 (Penalty Value £34026)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This six furlong contest for three-year-olds is a Listed race; a race that can only be bettered by a Group 1, 2 or 3 race.

Many of the runners in this race will have already shown themselves to be talented and this race provides a perfect medium for them to be tested against a better class of rival before making the jump into a Group race. Initially the weights are set at 9st 1lb for colts and geldings and 8st 10lb for ﬁllies before penalties are awarded to horses that have previously won above a certain level – 3lb for a Listed race victory, 5lb for a Group 3 success or 7lb for a Group 2 win.

1 SONG OF THE CLYDE (GB) (15) 25-4100 CD 9-4 (8)

Br B c Sergei Prokoﬁev (CAN) - Queenoftheclyde (IRE) Kieran Shoemark J

O Middleham Park Racing CXX & M Parker Clive Cox, Hungerford T

B Whitsbury Manor Stud Middleham Park Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWWona valuable sales raceas a juvenileand took it up another notch to baga Newbury listed race in May Found outin Group 1 company at Royal Ascot and a Group 3 back at Newbury since. Should ﬁnd this level more his bag but has a bit to ﬁnd at the weights. TFRHHHII BHA108

ARDISIA (IRE) (43) 0-04630 D

9-1(4)

Br B g Ardad (IRE) - Garraun (IRE) Cieren Fallon J

O Ardisia Partnership Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

B Lynn Lodge Stud Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Proliﬁc juvenile, winning 5 times, including valuable Two-Year-Old Trophy at Redcar (listed), but hasn’t found the same form when drawing a blank in her 5 outings this year Questions to answer at present. TFRHHIII BHA100

CALICO BLUE (GB) (8) 11-2421 CD

9-1(3)

Br B c Calyx - Queen of York (IRE) Ray Dawson J

O Mr Michael D’Arcy Roger Varian, Newmarket T

B Genesis Green Stud LtdBurnhill Kitchens S

TIMEFORM VIEW Borderline smart colt whose 3 career wins have come over C&D, latest in 7-runner handicap (good to ﬁrm) just last week. Draw is ﬁne and he should take plenty of stopping upped in grade. TFRHHHHH BHA100

JAZL (IRE) (24) 23-1101 D

9-1(6)

Br B g No Nay Never (USA) - Mummy Bear (IRE) Jack Mitchell J

O Mr Mohammed Sultan Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T

B Bridget Hanbury

TIMEFORMVIEWGelded and vastly improved this year landing Windsor maiden and handicaps at Leicester and Newmarket. Only blip on his record this season came at Royal Ascot in June, which can be comfortably excused, and he looks sure to be involved again. TFRHHHHI BHA98

LIFEPLAN (IRE) (345) 11- D

9-1(9)

Br B c Kodi Bear (IRE) - A Taad Moody (IRE) Zak Wheatley J

O Martin Tedham & Wasdell Properties Ltd. Declan Carroll, Malton T

B Miss Joann Lyons

TIMEFORMVIEWLookedgoodprospectwhenlandingaThirsknoviceondebutbeforefollowingupintheGimcrackatYork.Fitnesshastobetakenontrustafter over 11 months off and, though the latter race has taken plenty of knocks since, has to be respected given the promise shown last year TFRHHHHI BHA113 6

ROCK ON THUNDER (IRE) (44) 0226-60 D 9-1(7)

Br B c Night of Thunder (IRE) - Boston Rocker (IRE) Kevin Stott J

O Exors of the Late Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

B J. Hanly, A. Stroud & Skymarc Farm

TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort last year when close second to Lifeplan in the Gimcrack at York but he’s been beaten soundly in 3 outings since and it’s easy to look elsewhere despite the drop back in grade. TFRHIIII BHA107

SIRIUS A (IRE) (44) 432-150 D

Br Br g Palace Pier - Night of Light (IRE)

9-1(1)

George Wood J

O Team Valor LLC & Gary Barber James Horton, Newmarket T

B Flaxman Stables Ireland LtdHorton Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in a Group 3 at Kempton and listed race at Dundalk last autumn. Matched that form when making a winning return in conditions race at Wolverhampton. Has been found out back in more competitive company the last twice and has work to do. Has been gelded since last seen. TFRHHIII BHA98

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

8

FITZELLA (GB) (23) 25-5650 D

Br B f Too Darn Hot - Shamandar (FR)

O Mr D. R. Passant & Heﬁn Williams

8-10 (5)

David Probert J

Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

B Parks Farm StudGreenhous Group Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Successful twice last year including an Ascot Group 3, and bounced back from a lesser effort when ﬁfth in Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot in June. Can have her latest run excused, while a repeat of her run 2 starts back would put her ﬁrmly in the mix. TFRHHHII BHA104

SIMPLIFY (IRE) (44) 21-1120 D

Br B f Proﬁtable (IRE) - Fanrouge (IRE)

O Mr Ahmad Alkhallaﬁ & Mr Marc Waters

8-10 (2)

Oisin Murphy J

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Mrs Tina CoxBarberini Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWProgressivewhencompletingahat-trickincosyfashioninhandicapatThirskinAprilandthenﬁnishing1/2-lengthsecondof10toDickensian in listed race at York in May Failed to land a blow back in a handicap last time. Represents top yard and worth a market check. TFRHHHII BHA95

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6. Running for the ﬁrst time since Gelding No. 7. Stewards Note:

SONG OF THE CLYDE: Following its run on 18/7/2026 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.

Probable S.P.’s: 9-4 Lifeplan (IRE), 5-1 Calico Blue (GB), 7-1 Jazl (IRE), 15-2 Song of The Clyde (GB), 17-2 Fitzella (GB), 16-1 Ardisia (IRE), Rock On Thunder (IRE), Simplify (IRE), 18-1 Sirius A (IRE)

A listed sprint now restricted to 3-y-os and CALICO BLUE gets the verdict to maintain his unbeaten course record. Jazl has done little wrong this season and should be in the mix, with Group 2 winner Lifeplan another to consider despite his long absence.

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THE DISNEY’S HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL AT LOWRY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

for three 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)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a seven furlong handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 81 to 100. 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 100 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 95

PALMAR BAY (FR) (22) 64-4400 CD 510-2 (5)

Br B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Di Fede (IRE) Harry Vigors (5) J

O Mr Robert Ng Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Mr M. Robert Ng

TIMEFORM VIEW Won this race last year from a 10lb lower mark and returned this season with a close fourth in a listed race at Wolverhampton in March. Has been below form on last 3 outings and this mark makes things tricky for him. TFRHHIII BHA100

2 THE STRIKIN VIKING (IRE) (26) 314-056 410-2(4)

Br B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Asmeen (IRE) Faleh Bughenaim J

O Wathnan Racing Hamad Al Jehani, GB T

B Tally-Ho StudDamsa Holding Company W.L.L S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful gelding who landed Group 3 at Baden-Baden (6f) last summer Below form since, failing to beat a single rival on his last 2 runs. Arrives with questions to answer TFRHIIII BHA100

ROMAN DRAGON (GB) (22) 010000 C 79-13(6)

Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Trixie Malone David Probert J

O Nick Hughes & Owen Promotions Ltd Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

B Owen Promotions LtdCoral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW A course specialist who landed the listed race on this card last year and recorded his latest success over 5f here in May Has had his share of excuses since and makes the shortlist once more with the cheekpieces back on. TFRHHHHI BHA97

POWER FIZZ (IRE)

(36) 1214-10 D BF

Br B g Wootton Bassett - Cristal Fizz (IRE)

O Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

49-12 (8)

Cieren Fallon J

William Haggas, Newmarket T

TIMEFORMVIEWProgressed in the early stages of last year and deﬁed a 10-month absence in good style at Newcastle in March. Failed to make an impact after receiving an early bump there on next start in June. Not out of things if bouncing back but draw could have been kinder TFRHHHII BHA96

DANCE IN THE STORM

(GB) (45) 230-150 CD 49-11 (10)

Br B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Strictly Dancing (IRE) Oisin Murphy J

O Mr J. C. Smith

B Littleton Stud

KHAFIZ (IRE) (22) 03-5004 D

Br B g New Bay - Hala Hala (IRE)

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

TIMEFORMVIEWProgressivein2025andtookanotherstepforwardafter7monthsoffwhenlanding13-runnerhandicapoverC&DinMay Hasn’thadmuchluckwith the draw on either outing since, shaping very well in the Buckingham Palace. Also gets the widest stall here, but has to be taken very seriously TFRHHHHH BHA95 6

49-8 (3)

Kevin Stott J

O Woodhurst Ltd & Withernsea Roger Fell, Nawton T

B Tinnakill Bloodstock Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWTwiceawinnerinnovicecompanyover7fforRogerVarianbeforegoingthewrongwayforEdBethellaftermakingapromisingstartthisseason at Haydock. Made the frame at York on yard debut last time though raced freely Remains to be seen which way he goes from that. TFRHHHII BHA92

THE ANGEL KING (GB) (58) 01-0060 D

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

49-5 (2)

Edward Greatrex 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 here in May, having hopeless task from position. Best not judged on latest outing at Epsom and now needs to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA89

Br Breeding O Owner

B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

8

KORKER (IRE) (36) 0-00064

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Adaptation

O Fine Claret Racing,Mrs Burke & Mr C Wood

79-5 (9)

Jack Nicholls (3) J

K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Ballyhane Stud LtdKB Spigot Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Losing run continues to mount up, though ran his best race this season when fourth of 14 in handicap at Newcastle (7f) 36 days ago, needing lesser test. A high draw makes things tricky but the handicapper has relented a little. TFRHHHII BHA89

9

MONARCH’S GOLD (GB) (17) 520203

Br B g Too Darn Hot - Maid Up

O Amo Racing Limited

39-2 (7)

Toby Moore (7) J

Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket T

B Brightwalton Bloodstock LtdSports Invest UK Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWThesole3-y-ointhefield.Wonapairofnovicesontheall-weatherlastseasonandranafinesecondhereinMaywhenbeatenaneckbytheprogressive McMurray Quickly back on track when third of 5 in handicap at Hamilton (8.3f, firm) 17 days ago. Could be firmly in the mix under 7lb claimer TFRHHHHI BHA92

MIAMI MATRIX

(IRE) (22) 002-404 C D

10

48-13 (1)

Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Duchess of Danzig (GER) Paddy Bradley J

O The matrix partnership Patrick Morris, Prescot T

B Nicholas Hartery & Irish National Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times last year including twice at this course, and has also made the frame twice from 3 starts round here this season. Back up in grade and may ﬁnd a few too strong despite a plum draw TFRHHHII BHA83

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

2025: PALMAR BAY (FR) 4 9 9 Rossa Ryan 5-2 (Ralph Beckett) 7 ran

Hood worn by No. 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 10

Probable S.P.’s: 9-2 Power Fizz (IRE), 5-1 Dance In The Storm (GB), 6-1 Monarch’s Gold (GB), 9-1 Korker (IRE), 10-1 Roman Dragon (GB), Khaﬁz (IRE), 12-1 Palmar Bay (FR), Miami Matrix (IRE), 16-1 The Angel King (GB), 33-1 The Strikin Viking (IRE)

A lower draw would be preferable for DANCE IN THE STORM but she won from stall 11 over C&D in May and has shaped like a very well-handicapped horse since so could be the way to go. The sole 3-y-o in the ﬁeld Monarch’s Gold is a big player while course specialist Roman Dragon has to be on the shortlist. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DANCE

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THE J20

CLASSIFIED CLAIMING STAKES (CLASS 4)

for three 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 race is a seven and a half furlongs claiming stakes for three-year-olds and upwards. In this type of race each of the runners can be purchased immediately after the race for the pre-determined price next to each horses name in the racecard. This price determines the weight that each horse carries – the higher the price, the bigger the weight. To ensure a level playing ﬁeld most ‘claimers have a maximum price limit to ensure that only horses with similar levels of ability can run.

horse age st-lb

Draw colours

1 CANDONOMORE (FR) (20) (£34000) 213600 D 59-6 (3)

Br Br g Almanzor (FR) - Tikitiki (FR) (Fastnet Rock (AUS)) George Wood J

O Broad Oak Km Jennie Candlish, Leek T

B Haras D’Etreham Equine Products UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended time with Stuart Williams with a 1m Bath win. Creditable third over 9f at Ayr on ﬁrst outing for Jennie Candlish but 3 lesser efforts have followed and not favoured by the conditions now dropping into claiming company TFRHHIII BHA79

ALPHA CAPTURE (IRE) (9) (£30000) 362120 D BF 69-4 (5)

Br B g Cotai Glory - York Express (Vale of York (IRE)) Kevin Stott J

O NextGen Racing and Fell Roger Fell, Nawton T

B Mr Robert Ryan OR8 Wellness S

TIMEFORM VIEW Built on several encouraging runs since joining this yard when landing 7f Doncaster handicap (good to ﬁrm) in June and only narrowly denied in follow-up bid there 15 days later Encountered traffic problems when down the ﬁeld at York last time and expected to fare much better here. TFRHHHHI BHA82

3 I STILL HAVE FAITH (GB) (15) (£26000) 254065 D 69-2 (2)

Br B g Expert Eye - The Thrill Is Gone (Bahamian Bounty) Ray Dawson J

O J Morley D Reynolds C Watkins & Partner Stuart Williams, Newmarket T

B Stratford Place Stud Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWOn a long losing run but has shaped well on occasions, going close twice on the all-weather in the spring. Has been below best on last 3 outings, though, and tendency to pull hard remains a concern. TFRHHHII BHA81

BLUE PRINCE (IRE) (12) (£20000) 0-33133

Br B g Blue Point (IRE) - Zip Along (IRE) (Iffraaj)

O G & A Racing

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

58-13(4)

Oisin Murphy J

David Evans, Abergavenny T

Tote, Emma Evans Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWEndedalosingrunstretchingbackalmost2yearswhenseeingoff6rivalsover7fatSalisbury(good)inJune.CreditablethirdatKempton18dayslaterbut below form in 4-runner event back at Salisbury last time. Obvious claims if bouncing back, though, and booking of Murphy looks signiﬁcant. TFRHHHHH BHA85

CALYXOH (IRE) (8) (£20000) 000030

Br B g Calyx - Eldalil (Singspiel (IRE))

O The matrix partnership

B Newstead Breeding

48-13(6)

Paddy Bradley J

Patrick Morris, Prescot T

TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort this year when third of 9 in a C&D handicap 22 days ago. Disappointing back on all-weather last time, though, and not the easiest to weigh up with more severe headgear now reached for. TFRHHIII BHA72

MIDNIGHT STRIKE (IRE) (15) (£20000) 000015 D 48-13 (1)

Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Not After Midnight (IRE) (Big Bad Bob (IRE)) Jack Callan 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 and made the most of a big drop in grade ﬁtted with headgear when landing 3-runner seller at Beverley 30 days ago. Found life tougher back in a handicap last time, though. TFRHHHII BHA77

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2025: ABDUCTION (FR) 7 8 12 Shay Farmer 9-2 (Jim Goldie) 10 ran

Visor worn ﬁrst time by No. 5. Blinkers worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 3, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 6.

Stewards Note:

ALPHA CAPTURE: Following its run on 24/7/2026 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.

Probable S.P.’s: 15-8 Blue Prince (IRE), 5-2 Alpha Capture (IRE), 13-2 I Still Have Faith (GB), 7-1 Midnight Strike (IRE), 11-1 Candonomore (FR), 14-1 Calyxoh (IRE)

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

BLUE PRINCE snapped a near 2-year losing run at Salisbury in June and is taken to bounce back from a below-par effort, with Oisin Murphy back up and weight received from 3 rivals. Alpha Capture£ s York run 9 days ago is easy to overlook given the trouble he met, and his Doncaster win in June puts him ﬁrmly in the mix, while I Still Have Faith is respected on his best form.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races included within this racecard have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are not guaranteed as correct.

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THE TOM JONES LIVE AT CHESTER RACECOURSE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS RACE)

for three 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 one mile, two and a half furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 61 to 80 Once a horse has qualiﬁed for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 6lb

FARASI LANE (IRE) (4) 655515

810-2(9)

Br B g Belardo (IRE) - No Such Zone Aiden Brookes J

O Mr Anthony Bithell Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Wicklow Bloodstock Ireland LtdMicky Hammond Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWWontwiceatWolverhamptoninMarchforDrRichardNewland&JamieInsolebeforenotchinghisthirdwinoftheseasonyarddebutina7-runnerevent at Ripon (1m) last month. Possibly found the race coming toosoon at Sandown next time and a 4-day turnaround/stall 9 both temper enthusiasm. TFRHHIII BHA79

2

SECRET BEACH (IRE) (8) 1-05042

Br B g Footstepsinthesand - Dubai (IRE)

510-2(6)

Toby Moore (7) J

O Mrs Carol Shaw Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Mr Canice Farrell Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

TIMEFORMVIEWA dualwinnerfor BenBrookhousein2025 Proving inconsistentthus farfor current yard,thoughregisteredmarginallyhisbesteffort of the campaign dropped back in trip when second of 7 over C&D (good to ﬁrm) 8 days ago. Every chance if building on that. TFRHHHII BHA79

SALIGO BAY (IRE) (323) 113421- C D

810-0(1)

Br B g New Bay - Gloriﬁcation Tom Eaves J

O Lpd Demolition Ltd Sam England, Guiseley T

B China Horse Club Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Proliﬁc winner last year, including when last seen in this sphere here in September That race has produced winners and he improved quite a bit over hurdles after that. Should be sharper for recent spin over hurdles and looks the one to be with. TFRHHHHH BHA77

NAPLES (IRE) (39) 21-0530

49-13 (3)

Br Gr g Mehmas (IRE) - Shringara (IRE) Dougie Costello J

O Steph Hollinshead Racing 2

Steph Hollinshead, Rugeley T

B Hamwood Stud Unlimited Company H&C Business Consultants Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off time in Ireland with victory in a 15-runner maiden at Listowel in September Yet to fully fire in 4 handicap outings this season, though best excused latest Carlisle effort in first-time cheekpieces (seeming uncomfortable with firmer conditions). Back up in trip but hard to fancy TFRHHIII BHA76

TIGER (FR) (49) 634-642 BF

Br B g Wooded (IRE) - Edya

49-12(5)

Edward Greatrex J

O Gonzales and Michael Watt Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Haras de La Mercerie

ECHALAR (IRE) (17) 660034

TIMEFORM VIEW Still searching for ﬁrst win on these shores but again ran well when second of 6 in handicap at Doncaster 7 weeks ago, pulling a little way clear of the rest. Sometimes slowly away, though he can remain competitive. 1 of 2 for this yard. TFRHHHHI BHA75 6

49-11(8)

Br B g Too Darn Hot - Rocana David Probert J

O Mr S. Bell Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Ringfort Stud Ltd & M&P Bloodstock LtdTote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 7f Wolverhampton handicap in January for Jane Chapple-Hyam. Rather in-and-out since for new connections, but he does at least arrive on the back of a couple of solid efforts, most recently when fourth of 6 at Chepstow (1m, good to ﬁrm) last month. Back up in trip.TFRHHHII BHA74

OMAN (IRE) (27) 041400 C D

89-8 (2)

Br Ch g Australia - Awohaam (IRE) Zak Wheatley J

O Mr A. W. Carroll Tony Carroll, Cropthorne T

B Churchtown B/stock,Grouseridge & Carhue Mill House Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWCoursewinnerwhoaddedtohistallyindecisivefashionatGoodwood(9f)inJune.Hasfailedtomakeanimpactonbothsubsequentstarts, left poorly placed the way things developed when ninth of 10 at Wolverhampton (9.5f) last month. Others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA71

Br Breeding O Owner

B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

MOON BEGINNINGS (IRE) (22) 000540 C

Br Ch g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Mimiteh (USA)

O NBR30, Mike Owen & Rasio Cymru Racing

49-8 (10)

Laura Pearson J

David Loughnane, Tern Hill T

B Old Carhue Stud Tattersalls S

TIMEFORMVIEWScored around here on debut but went with little zest in first-time eyeshields when eighth of 9 at this course (7.6f, good to firm). Significantly back up in trip and given a chance by the handicapper but the widest stall makes him opposable. TFRHHIII BHA71

CAPE FEAR (GB) (22) 323213 BF

Br Ch c Kameko (USA) - Cape Spirit (IRE)

O Kingsclere Racing Club

39-7 (4)

Oisin Murphy J

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Kingsclere Stud Kingsclere Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a deserved first success when landing the odds in 7-runner novice at Lingfield (11.6f) in June. Sent off odds on but can’t have been right on handicap debut at Newmarket last month and now first-time cheekpieces are applied. Interesting to see if his supporters return. TFRHHHII BHA78

10 EAGLE

DAY (IRE) (12) 100404

Br B g Kodiac - Ramone (IRE)

O Mr David Edwards & Arthur Hoyle

68-13(7)

John Egan J

David Evans, Abergavenny T

B Karis Bloodstock Ltd & Rathbarry Stud Emma Evans Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a long losing run at Wolverhampton in March (second past the post but promoted) and wasted no time getting back to form when fourth of 13 there (9.5f) 12 days ago, albeit better placed than most. Recent turf efforts leave plenty to be desired, however TFRHHIII BHA62

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2025: GLISTENING NIGHTS (FR) 4 9 4 Barry McHugh 11-2 (Richard Fahey) 8 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 9. Hood worn by No. 6. Eyeshields worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1. Stewards Note:

NAPLES: Following its run on 24/6/2026 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed in the straight.

Probable S.P.’s: 5-2 Saligo Bay (IRE), 11-4 Tiger (FR), 6-1 Secret Beach (IRE), 10-1 Echalar (IRE), Cape Fear (GB), 20-1 Farasi Lane (IRE), 25-1 Moon Beginnings (IRE), 33-1 Oman (IRE), Eagle Day (IRE), 100-1 Naples (IRE)

SALIGO BAY has been prolific over hurdles since last seen in this discipline and arriving fit from a recent spin over timber Sam England’s 8-y-o is fancied to add to his tally at the expense of Tiger, who is yet to get off the mark on these shores but bounced back to form when runner-up at Doncaster 7 weeks ago. Secret Beach looks best of the rest, though market support for Cape Fear should be noted having flopped on his recent handicap bow

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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 2.10 - THE RADNOR HILLS 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 and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher or £15 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 31st. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 6lb Penalties, after July 25th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Radnor Hills will present memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will also award a cash prize of £50 to the handler of the horse judged to be the best turned out NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race. 12 entries at £75. - Closed July 27th 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £6095; Second £3048; Third £1524; Fourth £762; Fifth £381; Sixth £191. (Penalty Value £7731) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.45 - THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF “CONFINED” MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (For horses which have not run more than three times) (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 and the ﬁfth £453. for maiden two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, which have not run more than three times. Enter by noon, July 27th and pay £75 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 31st. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; ﬁllies 9st 2lb Chester Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. 10 entries at £75. - Closed July 27th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £6095; Second £3048; Third £1524; Fourth £762; Fifth £381. (Penalty Value £7731) SS SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.20 - THE QUEENSFERRY STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £34026 to the winning horse The second to receive £12900, the third £6456, the fourth £3216, the ﬁfth £1614 and the sixth £810. for three yrs old only, which have not won a Group 1 Pattern race after 2025 Enter by noon, July 27th and pay £300 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 31st. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 1lb; ﬁllies 8st 10lb Penalties, after 2025 a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb Of a Group 2 race 7lb Chester Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition, a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 10 entries at £300 - Closed July 27th 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £26736; Second £10974; Third £5490; Fourth £2742; Fifth £1374; Sixth £684 (Penalty Value £34026) A SS SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.52 - THE DISNEY’S HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL AT LOWRY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) 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 81-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102; such horses rated 80 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 81 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 80 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 31st. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after July 25th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb The Lowry will present a memento to the winning owner trainer and jockey. In addition, a cash prize of £50 will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 14 entries, 1 at £25 and 13 at £125 - Closed July 27th 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.

Fifth Race 4.22 - THE J20 CLASSIFIED CLAIMING 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 and upwards, each claimable at their advertised claiming price, Rated 0-85 Enter by noon, July 27th and pay £75 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 31st. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 2lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb Allowances: For each £2000 below the maximum advertised claiming price of £40000 1lb (Minimum advertised claiming price £18000)

NOTE: For horses reassessed since the publication of the qualifying rating list for entry, the excess in any rating above the rating band shall be added to the weights stated above Carlsberg Britvic will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in this race. If an allowance of weight is being claimed in respect of the claiming price, the claiming price and weight MUST be stated. Only one such claiming price can be accepted. 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 The British Horseracing Authority has modiﬁed the Classiﬁcation of Races Table for the purposes of this race. 12 entries at £75. - Closed July 27th 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £6095; Second £3048; Third £1524; Fourth £762; Fifth £381; Sixth £191. (Penalty Value £7731) SS

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Sixth Race 4.52 - THE TOM JONES LIVE AT CHESTER RACECOURSE 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 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. July 31st. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 3lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 8lb Penalties, after July 25th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Chester Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the handler of the horse judged to be the best turned out 21 entries at £75. - Closed July 27th, 2026. Owners Prize Money Winner £6095; Second £3048; Third £1524; Fourth £762; Fifth £381; Sixth £191. (Penalty Value £7731) SS

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