CONTENTS & TODAY’S RACING
TODAY’S RACING
ON COURSE BETTING & HOW TO READ THE RACECARD
WAYS TO BET
WIN ONLY The most common form of bet. You win if your horse is first past the post. Example: £5 win at 8/1 would return £45 (8 x £5 = £40 + £5 stake)
EACH WAY Backing a horse to win or be placed. This doubles your bet – for example: £5 each way = £5 to win and £5 for a place = £10 total stake
STANDARD EACH WAY TERMS
In conjunction with The RCA, the bookmakers have introduced standard each-way terms Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting.
• Fewer than 4 runners - all on to win
• 5 – 7 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2
• 8 or more runners – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3
• Handicaps with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3
• Handicaps with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive) – 1/5 odds a place 1,2,3,4
• Handicaps with 22 or more runners – 1/4 odds a place 1,2,3,4
Some bookmakers also offer ‘betting without the favourite’, where you can back your selection at reduced odds to either win or finish second to the horse nominated by the bookmaker as favourite. You may bet with confidence with any bookmaker on course as they operate with Administration Of Gambling On Tracks Ltd. (AGT) approval. In the unlikely event of a dispute with a bookmaker, please call upon the assistance of the AGT Betting Ring Manager, who can be found on the ground floor of the Grandstand Enclosure. The AGT also offers a ‘late pay ’ service in case the bookmaker leaves the course before you have collected your winnings. Late pay claims should be sent to: AGT, 3A Kings Hall, Parsons Green, St Ives, Cambridgeshire, PE27 4WY.
PLACING A BET
Experiencing the buzz of the betting ring may be a little daunting at first, but you will soon find it is very easy to place a bet. Here are some guidelines for racegoers to follow:
1. Each bookmaker will be offering slightly different prices, so shop around for the best odds against your selection
2. Call your bet clearly to the bookmaker by stating the name and / or number of your chosen horse and the stake
3. Listen to the bookmaker repeat your bet to his / her clerk and correct him immediately if any details are called wrongly
4. Make sure you obtain a ticket from the bookmaker and keep it safe
5. If your selection wins, hand the ticket back to the bookmaker for settlement. Never destroy or dispose of your ticket until after the “Weighed in” announcement has been made. Betting with the bookmaker is tax-free. Deductions are made only if a horse is withdrawn after the betting market has been formed.
Please check the minimum stake accepted by each bookmaker on his display board Some bookmakers do not take sums under £5, especially in the main betting ring, but there will be others who are happy to accept £2 bets. Please tender the correct change when possible.
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FALCON EIGHT (IRE) (314) 2145/34- 6 9-10 (10)
Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Polished Gem (IRE)
O Moyglare Stud Farms Ltd
B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd
Frankie Dettori J
D. K. Weld, Ireland T
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart performer who bagged 2m Sandown Listed race under Frankie Dettori in 2019 Fair efforts in only 2 outings last year. Yard’s runners over here always respected
1. Colours Graphic - a visual of the Owners Silks that the Jockey will be wearing
2. Horse’s number on saddlecloth
3. Colour and sex of horse: B - Bay Br - Brown h - horse Ch - Chesnut
c - colt (followed by Sire and Dam)
g - gelding Gr - Grey f - filly
m - mare Ro - Roan
4. Horse’s name
5. Birthplace of horse if not born in Great Britain
6. Number of day’s since horse last ran
7. Details of horse’s previous performances: Bold type indicates All-Weather Track form / denotes new season - denotes new year
C - The horse has won on this racecourse
D - The horse has won over this distance
CD - The horse has won over a race over this course and distance
BF - The horse was a beaten favourite on its last run
8. Age of horse
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.
TOP COURSE TRAINERS
LEADING TRAINERS AT CHESTER (2020-2025) WITH RUNNERS:
A BALDING (45 wins from 217 runners, 21%) runs LAAZM (2.45), KASSAYA (3.52).
H PALMER (37 wins from 206 runners, 18%) runs KOKINELLI (2.10), EMERALD COAST (2.45), ROMAN DRAGON (3.52), FLAMING RIB and KINDEST NATION (4.52).
T DASCOMBE (23 wins from 127 runners, 18%) runs US OFFICER (3.20).
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
H PALMER (10 wins from 40 runners, 25%) runners listed above.
J GOLDIE (10 wins from 30 runners, 33%) runs ABDUCTION (4.22).
A BALDING (10 wins from 61 runners, 16%) runners listed above.
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT CHESTER (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:
JASON HART (18 wins from 116 rides, 16%) rides EMPIRESTATEOFMIND (4.22), LEGAL REFORM (4.52), GOOD HEAVENS (5.22).
JASON WATSON (14 wins from 84 rides, 17%) rides KOKINELLI (2.10), EMERALD COAST (2.45), ROMAN DRAGON (3.52), CAPITAL GUARANTEE (4.22), FLAMING RIB (4.52).
JOE FANNING (12 wins from 57 rides, 21%) rides GHAIYYA (2.10), US OFFICER (3.20), ON THE RIVER (4.22), MISTER DAYDREAM (5.22).
JOCKEYS
IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
CIEREN FALLON (9 wins from 37 rides, 24%) rides REVICH (4.22), KINDEST NATION (4.52), HAMLET’S NIGHT (5.22).
ROSSA RYAN (8 wins from 50 rides, 16%) rides PRINCESS RASCAL (2.10), LOPEO (2.45), INVICTUS GOLD (3.52), LOOK BACK SMILING (4.22), PALMAR BAY (4.52), LONE PIPER (5.22).
JASON HART (7 wins from 44 rides, 16%) rides listed above.
TODAY’S TOP TIPS
The in-form Kokinelli should be capable of another bold showing from a handy draw, while the hat-trick seeking Respiro Solitario has flourished since stepping up to 1m4f and can figure strongly, despite a 7lb rise for winning at Ffos Las. However, PRINCESS RASCAL created a favourable impression when second to a now 90-rated opponent at Windsor on her handicap debut and, unexposed over the trip, the daughter of Pinatubo looks the way to go.
TOTEWIN: PRINCESS RASCAL
TOTEEACHWAY: KOKINELLI
All of these have something to offer on paper and the betting is likely to be a very helpful guide. As a full-brother to a smart 7f winner, LOPEO, who cost 150,000 euros as a yearling, is suggested as the first one to note, while Laazm, Moment Of Light and Emerald Coast all represent in-form yards that are very capable of having one ready at the first time of asking.
TOTEWIN: LOPEO
TOTEEACHWAY: LAAZM
Go Victor kept on well to win over 6f at Thirsk and appeals off 4lb higher, while Sporting Light’s recent second-placed finish at Catterick was encouraging enough for him to make the shortlist. The vote, however, goes to SOMEBODY, who filled the runner-up slot behind a promising filly in a deeper race at Chelmsford. Heavily backed on that occasion, Richard Spencer’s youngster has since been gelded and can reward any faithful support.
TOTEWIN: SOMEBODY
GO VICTOR
CELANDINE took on older sprinters in a Group 3 contest at York on her belated seasonal bow and finished a respectable third. Ed Walker’s filly looks to have strong claims on today’s terms, with a low draw also in her favour Toyotomi is a Listed winner in France and is one to take seriously on only his second start for David O’Meara, while Ain’t Nobody drops in class and could also get involved.
TOTEWIN: CELANDINE
TOTEEACHWAY: TOYOTOMI
EMPIRESTATEOFMIND showed signs of a resurgence when placed at Hamilton last time and the son of Starspangledbanner has every chance at the weights in an open claimer The veteran Revich also posted an improved effort when third at Ripon and he saves his best for this venue, having won four times here in the past. On The River took a handicap at Carlisle in June and could also land a blow.
TOTEWIN: EMPIRESTATEOFMIND TOTEEACHWAY: REVICH
A taking winner of this contest last year off 3lb lower, YANIFER arrives in good form and he could be set to go one better than he did at York and Doncaster recently. Bobby Bennu bounced back to form with a strong runner-up effort at Haydock and is likely to figure, along with Palmar Bay, who has strong claims on his success at Chelmsford two starts back. Course winner Flaming Rib and Rogue Sensation cannot be ruled out either
TOTEWIN: YANIFER
TOTEEACHWAY: BOBBY BENNU
IT’S A LOVE THING travelled well on the front end for a long way over 1m4f at Pontefract before weakening into second late in the piece, and dropping back in trip may prove ideal. Risen Again has run with credit since scoring at Yarmouth in May and he must enter calculations. Glistening Nights represents last year’s winning trainer, while Hamlet’s Night makes his debut for a new yard.
TOTEWIN: IT’S A LOVE THING
TOTEEACHWAY: RISEN AGAIN
FIRST RACE 2.10
THE FAMILY FUN DAY 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, four and a half furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 63 to 82. Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 6lb
1 SCINTILLANTE (GB) (641) 146621/-
Br Gr g Roaring Lion (USA) - Freesia (IRE)
Rob Hornby J
O Alastair & Pippa McLeish Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth T
B Grundy Bloodstock SRL Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 6/4, good second of 8 in handicap hurdle at Worcester (16f, good) 10 days ago so needs considering back in this sphere.
2 MISS ALPILLES (GB) (23) 54-0D50 D
9-11 (6)
Br B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Alma Linda Kieran Shoemark J
O John Pearce Racing Ltd Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn T
B Miss K. Rausing & Sunderland Holding Inc Bentley Reid S
TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 10 in handicap at Ascot (12f, firm, 11/1) 23 days ago. Needs to bounce back.
3
MAFTING
(GB) (45) 2210
Br B g Too Darn Hot - Sub Rose (IRE)
O Gallop Racing
TFRHHHII BHA77
3 9-7 (7)
David Nolan J
David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Redvers/Myriad/Stanley Burn Fencing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner Winner at Redcar in May Creditable eleventh of 19 in handicap (50/1) at Royal Ascot (12f firm) 45 days ago, not clear run. Ought to be thereabouts. TFRHHHII BHA83
4 PRINCESS RASCAL (GB) (13) 612 BF
3 9-5 (5)
Br Ch f Pinatubo (IRE) - Part Exchange Rossa Ryan J
O Mr Charlie Rosier & Mrs Julia Rosier Oliver Cole, Whatcombe T
B Mr Charlie Rosier & Mrs Julia Rosier P. F. I. Cole Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Salisbury novice winner before an excellent second of 6 in handicap at Windsor (10f, good to soft) 13 days ago, clear of rest. Up in trip. Player with more to offer TFRHHHHH BHA81
5 GHAIYYA (GB) (23) 3-23110 CD
Br B or Br f Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Reckoning (IRE)
3 9-5 (8)
Joe Fanning J
O Mascalls Stud Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Mascalls Stud Matchroom Limited, Johnston Racing Ltd S
TFRHHHII BHA81
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 2 wins from 5 runs this year Latest win here in June. 13/2, ninth of 10 in handicap at Ascot (12f, firm) 23 days ago so needs to get back on track.
6 DESTINADO (GB) (6) 535053 D
Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Contribution
7 9-2 (4)
Mason Paetel (5) J
O Deva Racing SE 1 James Owen, Newmarket T
B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Deva Racing Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW 11/2, creditable third of 11 in handicap at Southwell (14.1f) 6 days ago. Can give a good account. TFRHHHII BHA68
7 KOKINELLI (FR) (8) 436-632
4 8-11 (1)
Br Gr f Wootton Bassett - Pearl Earrine (FR) Jason Watson J
O Mr ASJ Shawe Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
B S.C.E.A Marmaion Vauville & Alain Jathie Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW 15/2, good second of 10 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 8 days ago. Well in the mix. TFRHHHHI BHA63
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
Br B g Bated Breath - Salutare (IRE)
Connor Planas (3) J
O Muir Racing Partnership - York William Muir & Chris Grassick, Lambourn T
B Whatton Manor Stud Fitzdares Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW 2 wins from 5 runs this year 8/1, career best when winning 7-runner handicap at Ffos Las (12f, good) 18 days ago. Not taken lightly in his current mood. TFRHHHHI BHA67
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2024: CAMBRIA LEGEND (IRE) 3 9 7 Daniel Muscutt 9-4 (James Fanshawe) 6 ran Hood worn by No. 7. Visor worn by No. 6.
Stewards Note:
GHAIYYA: Following its run on 11/7/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P.’s: 3-1 Princess Rascal (GB), 4-1 Kokinelli (FR), Respiro Solitario (GB), 8-1 Mafting (GB), 11-1 Destinado (GB), 14-1 Scintillante (GB), Ghaiyya (GB), 18-1 Miss Alpilles (GB) PLAY
None of these can be ruled out but Oliver Cole’s improving PRINCESS RASCAL gets the vote on the back of her clear Windsor second on her recent handicap debut. C&D runner-up Kokinelli is next on the list with Respiro Solitario, Scintillante and Mafting all in the mix too.
Don’t forget to bet on the 2:32 at YARMOUTH
POSITION OF STALLS
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NEWCOMERS’ MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
for maiden two yrs old
Total prize fund £15000
RACE DESCRIPTION
Owners Prize Money 1st £6095, 2nd £3048, 3rd £1524, 4th £762, 5th £381.(Penalty Value £7731) colours no horse
This race is a seven and a half furlongs 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 LAAZM (IRE) (-) 9-7 (5)
Br B c Mehmas (IRE) - Anything Goes (IRE) P. J. McDonald J
O Sheikh Hamed Dalmook Al Maktoum Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
B Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWFoaled January 20 €60,000 Mehmas colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including useful winner up to 1 1/4m Native Tribe and 2-y-o 6f winner Yeah Nah. Dam French 1 1/2m winner Likely type for top stable. TFRHHHHH BHA-
2 LOPEO (IRE) (-) 9-7 (1)
Br Gr c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Moteo (IRE) Rossa Ryan J
O Jayar Investments David Menuisier, Pulborough T
B Ballylinch Stud Shinco Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 11. €150,000 Lope De Vega colt. Brother to 2 winners, notably useful 7f winner Rolica. Dam 1m winner who stayed 1 3/4m. Interesting to see what the betting makes of this one. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 MOMENT OF LIGHT (GB)
Br B c Sea The Moon (GER) - Sated
(-) 9-7 (4)
Sean Dylan Bowen J
O The Gredley Family James Owen, Newmarket T
B Dunchurch Lodge Stud Company Unex Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 23 78,000 gns breeze-up purchase. Sea The Moon half-brother to 1 1/4m winner Postwick. From a much respected stable. TFRHHHHI BHA-
4 EMERALD COAST (GB)
(-)
Br B f Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Papaya (IRE)
O Manor House Stables Syndicate IV
9-2 (2)
Jason Watson J
Hugo Palmer Malpas T
B Beswick Brothers Bloodstock Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 13 20,000 gns Sergei Prokofiev filly Half-sister to 1 1/4m winner Pawpaw and 9f-11f winner Rollajam. Dam, maiden (stayed 1 1/2m), half-sister to very smart 6f-1m winner Lend A Hand. Local stable’s 2-y-os are going well. TFRHHHHI BHA-
5 LILLEHAMMER (GB) (-)
Br B f Lightning Spear - Grape Shot
O CRAIG LIDSTER RACING
9-2 (3)
Tom Eaves J
Craig Lidster, Malton T
B Let’s Get Racing Kevco Logistics Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Foaled April 15 Lightning Spear filly Dam, maiden (stayed 1m), closely related to useful 10.3f winner Space Ship out of smart 9f-10.5f winner Angara. TFRHHIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2024: NEARDOWN (IRE) 2 9 7 Saffie Osborne 7-1 (Jamie Osborne) 5 ran
Probable S.P.’s: 2-1 Laazm (IRE), 11-4 Lopeo (IRE), 7-2 Emerald Coast (GB), 5-1 Moment of Light (GB), 18-1 Lillehammer (GB)
Before any betting clues are known a tentative vote goes the way of Andrew Balding’s LAAZM ahead of Emerald Coast and Moment of Light. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LAAZM (IRE) 2.EMERALD COAST 3.MOMENT OF
PLAY SMARTER
Br Breeding O Owner
B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
Don’t forget to bet on the 3:07 at YARMOUTH
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THANK YOU
Thank you to Medics UK, Spark Medical and North West Ambulance Service for their invaluable services to all at Chester Racecourse during this meeting.
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THIRD RACE 3.20
THE BRIDGMAN NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for two yrs old
Total prize fund £15000
Owners Prize Money 1st £6095, 2nd £3048, 3rd £1524, 4th £762, 5th £381, 6th £191. (Penalty Value £7731)
RACE DESCRIPTION
A nursery is a handicap that is restricted to two-year-olds only In order to be allowed to take part, entrants must have already run in three maiden or novice races, or have won two races, which then qualifies them for an official handicap rating based on what they have achieved so far. Quite simply the higher their rating, the bigger the weight they have to carry This particular seven furlongs race is for horses which have been rated from 0 to 75
colours no horse st-lb Draw Jockey
1 LUCKY HERO (IRE) (16) 522
Br Ch c Lucky Vega (IRE) - New Terms
9-9 (9)
David Nolan J
O Mr Salem Rashid Bin Ghadayer David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Summerhill Bloodstock&Tipper House Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Best effort when second of 6 in maiden at Hamilton (6f, good to firm) 16 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Shortlist material. TFRHHHHH BHA75
2 DAVVY (GB) (29) 64101
9-9 (2)
Br B g Massaat (IRE) - Mayfair Lady Stevie Donohoe J
O Dave & Emma Evans David Evans, Abergavenny T
B Richard Kent & David Spence Emma Evans Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 2 wins from 5 runs this year, including 6-runner seller at Leicester (6f, good to firm, 6/4) 29 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Will find this tougher TFRHHHII BHA75
3 SOMEBODY (IRE) (52) 52022 BF
Br B g Kuroshio (AUS) - Feelinlikeasomeone
9-7 (1)
George Wood J
O Phil Cunningham Richard Spencer, Newmarket T
B Tinnakill Bloodstock & I. Thompson Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden. Good second of 8 in novice (4/7) at Chelmsford City (6f) 52 days ago. Makes handicap debut. TFRHHHHI BHA73
4 UBETTERSEETHIS (GB) (38) 23620
9-5 (7)
Br B c Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Sightseeing P. J. McDonald J
O CRAIG LIDSTER RACING
B John Troy & Highbury Stud Ltd
Craig Lidster, Malton T
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden. Eighth of 10 in maiden (4/1) at Newcastle (7.1f) 38 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Has work to do. TFRHHIII BHA71
5 GO VICTOR (IRE) (9) 00031
9-0 (3)
Br B g Victor Ludorum - Glad Eye (FR) Silvestre De Sousa J
O Eddie and Fiona Carswell
Stella Barclay Garstang T
B Haras de Saint Pair Carswells Fire Engineering Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved when winning 8-runner nursery at Thirsk (6f, good) 9 days ago, driven out. Needs considering. TFRHHHHI BHA66
6 SPORTING LIGHT (IRE)
Br B c Calyx - Chase The Light (IRE)
(11) 46332
8-13 (8)
Shane Gray J
O Sporting Life Racing Club - R Fahey Richard Fahey, Malton T
B Edgeridge Ltd And Glenvale Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Quietly progressive in his 5 runs, good second of 7 in nursery at Catterick (7f good to soft, 15/8) 11 days ago, clear of rest. Not taken lightly TFRHHHHI BHA65
7 US OFFICER (GB) (16) 046
8-6 (4)
Br B c Land Force (IRE) - Alpine Mistral (IRE) Joe Fanning J
O Empire State Racing Partnership 2 Tom Dascombe, Lambourn T
B Cover and Carry Limited Route Agency Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Sixth of 7 in maiden (125/1) at Nottingham (6.1f, good) 16 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Makes handicap debut. TFRHHHII BHA58
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8
LINA CODINA
(GB) (9) 0000
8-3 (6)
Br B f Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - The Wee Barra (IRE) Faye McManoman J
O MPS RACING & PARTNERS
Nigel Tinkler, Malton T
B Redgate Bloodstock Alexanders York S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 16/1, 5 1/2 lengths seventh of 8 to Go Victor on nursery debut at Thirsk (6f, good) 9 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA55
9 REJJIEN (IRE) (9) 0602
8-2 (5)
Br Gr f Gregorian (IRE) - Star In The Making Connor Planas (3) J
O Mrs T Burns & Mrs S Loughnane
David Loughnane, Tern Hill T
B Rathasker Stud Dave Loughnane Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW First form when second of 5 on nursery debut at Chepstow (7.1f, good) 9 days ago, just failing. Something to find on form (8lb out of the handicap). TFRHHIII BHA46
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2024: NEW BOMBAY 2 9 2 David Probert 9-1 (Andrew Balding) 8 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 3.
Stewards Note:
UBETTERSEETHIS: Following its run on 26/6/2025 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly REJJIEN: Following its run on 25/7/2025 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
Probable S.P.’s: 7-2 Lucky Hero (IRE), 4-1 Somebody (IRE), 9-2 Sporting Light (IRE), 11-2 Go Victor (IRE), 12-1 Davvy (GB), Us Officer (GB), 22-1 Ubetterseethis (GB), Rejjien (IRE), 33-1 Lina Codina (GB)
LUCKY HERO has got better with each run and his opening mark looks a fair one, so he’s taken to defy stall 9. Sporting Light has a similar profile to the selection so is next best ahead of Somebody and Go Victor
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THE BETTING.BET BETTING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS
6)
for three yrs old
Total prize fund £7200
Owners Prize Money 1st £2973, 2nd £1487, 3rd £743, 4th £372, 5th £186.(Penalty Value £3768.48)
colours no horse
1m 3f 104y
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
1 SHABU SHABU (IRE) (22) 0-50242
9-9 (4)
Br Ch g Australia - Saturday Girl Saffie Osborne J
O Middleham Park Racing XXII James Ferguson, Newmarket T
B Mr R. J. C. Wilmot-Smith Tattersalls S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden. Good close second of 5 in handicap at Salisbury (12f, good to firm, 9/4) 22 days ago, caught in a pocket when the race was developing. Big shout off same mark. TFRHHHHH BHA52
2 ARGENTUM (IRE) (8) 606436
9-7 (2)
Br Gr f Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Roses For The Lady (IRE) Jack Callan (7) J
O Mrs Angela Stokes Matt Crawley Newmarket T
B Glidawn Stud Bloodstock Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable sixth of 13 in handicap (13/2) at Windsor (11.4f, good to firm) 8 days ago, unable to sustain effort. TFRHHHII BHA50
3 FILLIGRIS (IRE) (200) 00-0 9-5 (3)
Br Gr f Postponed (IRE) - Arabescatta Paddy Bradley J
O Killarney Glen
Simon Pearce, Newmarket T
B Kildaragh Stud Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Last of 9 in maiden at Kempton (8f 250/1). Off 6 months. Significantly up in trip Makes handicap debut.
4 KILIMA (GB) (18) 00001 CD 9-5 (1)
Br Br g Pinatubo (IRE) - Bantu Laura Pearson J
O Mr V. Woodward
James Owen, Newmarket T
B New England Stud & Barton Stud Racing Welfare S
TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on for 1st time, improved to win 9-runner minor event at this C&D (good to firm, 16/1) 18 days ago well positioned. Player. TFRHHHHI BHA48
5 ARCIMBOLDO (GB) (32) 0040 9-3 (5)
Br B g Study of Man (IRE) - Archduchess
O Miss K. Rausing
B Miss K. Rausing
Sean Levey J
Dylan Cunha, Newmarket T
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 7/1 and blinkered for 1st time, last of 7 in handicap at Chepstow (16f, good to firm) 32 days ago, slowly away Down in trip TFRHHIII BHA44
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2024: KEEN INTEREST (IRE) 3 9 3 Kieran O’Neill 10-1 (Alice Haynes) 7 ran Blinkers worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 4.
Probable S.P.’s: 6-4 Shabu Shabu (IRE), 11-4 Kilima (GB), 4-1 Argentum (IRE), 9-1 Arcimboldo (GB), 22-1 Filligris (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
A good opportunity for SHABU SHABU, who went close in a better race than this at Salisbury 3 weeks ago and races off the same mark here. Kilima responded well to headgear when winning a C&D minor event and is the obvious threat.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SHABU SHABU (IRE) 2.KILIMA 3.ARGENTUM (IRE)
THE QUEENSFERRY STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed)
for three yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £40000
Owners Prize Money 1st £17824, 2nd £7316, 3rd £3660, 4th £1828, 5th £916, 6th £456 (Penalty Value £22684)
RACE DESCRIPTION
This six furlong contest for three-year-olds and upwards is a Listed race; a race that can only be bettered by a Group 1, 2 or 3 race. Many of the runners in this race will have already shown themselves to be talented and this race provides a perfect medium for them to be tested against a better class of rival before making the jump into a Group race. 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 and 7lb for any horses who have scored in a Group 2.
no horse
1 TOYOTOMI (FR) (28) 061244 4 9-8 (3)
Br B c Blue Point (IRE) - Tribune (FR) David Nolan J
O Jinky Farms David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Ecurie Des Monceaux Jinky Services S
TIMEFORM VIEW Listed winner in France in April and made a solid start for the David O’Meara yard when fourth of 8 in Deauville Group 3 (6f) 4 weeks ago. Carries a 3lb penalty for that French success in the spring. TFRHHHII BHA103
2 DIVINE LIBRA (IRE) (23) 20-6555 CD 5 9-5 (5)
Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Rakiza (IRE) Rob Hornby J
O McLaren Horse Racing Charles Hills, Lambourn T
B Mogeely Stud McLaren Horse Racing, Wishanger Estates Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW This 5-y-o boasts a good course record but he will need to step up on this year’s handicap efforts if he’s to get heavily involved in this higher grade. TFRHHHII BHA91
3
ROMAN DRAGON (GB)
Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Trixie Malone
(8) 101000 CD
6 9-5 (6)
Jason Watson J
O Nick Hughes & Owen Promotions Ltd Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
B Owen Promotions Ltd Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Five-time C&D winner the latest in May Well held in a trio of sprint handicaps at Ascot since but can’t rule out a revival back here. TFRHHIII BHA94
4 RUSSET GOLD
(GB) (15) 430-600
5 9-5 (7)
Br Ch g Al Kazeem - Affluent Silvestre De Sousa J
O Mr D. J. Deer Roger Varian, Newmarket T
B D. J. and Mrs Deer Oakgrove Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when third in a 6f Ascot Group 3 last autumn but hasn’t come close to matching that in 4 outings since, running below-par in blinkers (quickly discarded) at Newbury last time. TFRHHIII BHA99
5 AIN’T NOBODY (IRE) (15) 66-3500
3 9-1 (1)
Br B c Sands of Mali (FR) - Burmese Waltz Tom Eaves J
O J Blackburn & J Matthews Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Ballyhane (Rathbride) Unlimited Sheridan Ny Llp S
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed Listed Windsor Castle at 2024 Royal Ascot. Creditable efforts in defeat at Group level to start his 3-y-o campaign but needs to bounce back from poor run at Newbury 15 days ago. A good draw helps, though. TFRHHHII BHA102
6 INVICTUS GOLD (IRE) (24) 115-310 D
Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Finagle (IRE)
3 9-1 (12)
Rossa Ryan J
O Moulton Racing and T Severn Tom Clover, Newmarket T
B Airlie Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWTookhisformupalevelwhenanemphaticscorerof12-runnerhandicapatNewmarket(6f goodtofirm)inMay Caughtonthewingandlikelyworthforgiving hiseffortinavaluable3-y-ohandicapattheJulymeetingtheresince.Remainsonewhocouldmakehismarkoutsideofhandicaps.Trickydraw TFRHHHHI BHA103
7 THE STRIKIN VIKING
(IRE) (24) 2200-00 D 3 9-1 (10)
Br B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Asmeen (IRE) Faleh Bughenaim J
O Wathnan Racing Hamad Al Jehani, GB T
B Tally-Ho Stud Wathnan Racing, Damsa Holding Company W.L.L S
TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up twice at Group 2 level in the summer of his 2-y-o season but his last 4 efforts have been disappointing. Remains to be seen whether a first-time hood helps to spark a revival. TFRHHIII BHA100
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8
HABOOBA (USA) (64) 123-011 D
Br Ch m Nyquist (USA) - Westside Tapstress (USA)
5 9-0 (11)
Alistair Rawlinson J
O Mr Mohammed Al Suboosi T. J. Kent, Newmarket T
B T. Frederick, C. Frederick & C. Potter
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive on AW and carried that good work over to the turf with a 5f York handicap success at the end of May Should be competitive in this higher grade assuming stall 11 isn’t too big of an inconvenience.TFRHHHII BHA90
9 NOEL FOX
(IRE) (39) 100-623 D
Br B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Go Kart (IRE)
O Mrs Rolline O’Callaghan
B John O’Connor
4 9-0 (8)
George Wood J
Jennie Candlish, Leek T
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful dual winner for Ralph Beckett. Ended time with that yard with a respectable third of 5 in 6f Salisbury handicap 39 days ago. Stiff task pitched into listed company on her first outing for new connections. TFRHIIII BHA78
10 PROFIT REFUSED (IRE) (37) 05-1312 C BF
4 9-0 (9)
Br B f Profitable (IRE) - Silver Moon Trevor Whelan J
O Pompey Ventures 15 & Partners Ollie Sangster, Marlborough T
B Mr C. Behan Norfolk External Rendering Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWHas made a strong start for Ollie Sangster, winning 7f handicaps at Wetherby and this venue. Showed she’s equally as effective at 6f when narrowly denied in Newmarket handicap at the end of June. TFRHHHII BHA87
11
CELANDINE
(GB) (23) 13415-3 D
3 8-10 (2)
Br B f Kingman - Pepita (IRE) Kieran Shoemark J
O Rockcliffe Stud Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn T
B Rockcliffe Stud ABM Catering Facilities Management S
TIMEFORMVIEWThree6fwinsasajuvenileincludedaNewmarketlistedeventandtheGroup2LowtheratYork.Returnedwithagood2lengths third of 11 to Sayidah Dariyan in Group 3 at York (6f good to firm) 23 days ago. Good shout from an inside stall. TFRHHHHH BHA106
12 KASSAYA
(GB) (30) 210-1
3 8-10 (4)
Br B f Kingman - Suelita P. J. McDonald J
O Juddmonte Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
B Whitsbury Manor Stud Juddmonte Farms Inc S
TIMEFORMVIEWPicked up an injury when beaten favourite in the Queen Mary at 2024 Royal Ascot but set to make up for lost time judged on her reappearance success in a 5f Sandown handicap (good) last month. First attempt at 6f Player for a leading yard which does so well here. TFRHHHHI BHA95
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2024: QUINAULT (GER) 4 9 5 Marco Ghiani 9-2 (Stuart Williams) 8 ran Hood worn first time by No. 7. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.
Probable S.P.’s: 3-1 Celandine (GB), 7-2 Kassaya (GB), 9-1 Toyotomi (FR), Ain’t Nobody (IRE), 11-1 Invictus Gold (IRE), 14-1 Roman Dragon (GB), 16-1 Habooba (USA), 22-1 Divine Libra (IRE), 25-1 Russet Gold (GB), Profit Refused (IRE), 28-1 The Strikin Viking (IRE), 100-1 Noel Fox (IRE)
CELANDINE has a handy inside stall and last year’s Lowther winner is taken to build on a good comeback run at York last month. Fellow 3-y-o filly Kassaya is a very interesting runner on the back of her Sandown reappearance success and, like the selection, has a low stall to help. Invictus Gold is another 3-y-o who can likely make an impact at listed level but he hasn’t fared so well with the draw TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
PLAY SMARTER
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“CONFINED” HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
(For horses with no more than one win in Flat races) for three yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £8400
Owners Prize Money 1st £3468, 2nd £1735, 3rd £867, 4th £433, 5th £217. (Penalty Value £4396.56) Weights raised 1lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
colours no horse
1 SINGING IN PARIS (IRE) (43) 463 3 9-9 (7)
Br Br g Wootton Bassett - Millennium Star (IRE) Dougie Costello J
O Mr Joseph Smith Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
B Whisperview Trading Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWBehind a pair of smartly-bred colts on final qualifying run when a well beaten third of 5 in novice at Newmarket (8f, good to firm) 43 days ago Should have more of a chance back up in trip now handicapping. Engaged 8.30 Newmarket Friday. TFRHHHII BHA70 2 TELECOMMUNICATION (IRE) (37) 03-4104 CD3 9-7 (1)
Br B g Arizona (IRE) - Dream Impossible (IRE) Hector Crouch J
O Ontoawinner, Maria Lashley & Breitmeyer Michael Bell, Newmarket T
B D. J. Maher www.ontoawinner.net S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner here in May but yet to back that up below form when 17/2, fourth of 5 in handicap at Doncaster (10.2f firm) 37 days ago Claims if first time visor has the desired effect. TFRHHHII BHA68
3 ARUNDEL (IRE) (15) 0-30212 D BF
3 9-4 (4)
Br B g Make Believe - Carol (IRE) Billy Loughnane J
O Mrs Edward Dunlop Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T
B Windflower Overseas Holdings Inc Tattersalls S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Pontefract in May and produced his best effort on softer ground than previously encountered second of 9 in handicap at Newmarket (10f, good to soft, 5/2) 15 days ago Makes plenty of appeal with cheekpieces on first time. TFRHHHHH BHA65
4 ALIVE AGAIN (GB) (18) 030 3 9-3 (3)
Br B c Rajasinghe (IRE) - Heather Lark (IRE) Saffie Osborne J
O Phil Cunningham Richard Spencer Newmarket T
B Phil Cunningham Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Only modest form in 7f maidens, shaping like one who will be better over further Gets the step up in trip he needs on handicap debut and interesting to see if that brings about improvement. TFRHHHII BHA64
5 PAY ATTENTION (GB) (15) 434120
Br B g Mohaather - Tetrad (USA)
3 9-2 (5)
Jack Dace (7) J
O Studart James Bloodstock Faye Bramley, Lambourn T
B Green Lantern Stables LLC
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Nottingham in June and ran at least as well in defeat at this track behind an improver last month. Found run of good form coming to a halt when eighth of 9 in handicap at Newmarket (10f, good to soft, 3/1) 15 days ago Looks the type to bounce back quickly TFRHHHII BHA63
6 SILENT AFFAIR (IRE) (37) 45-4204
3 9-1 (2)
Br B f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Mona Brown (IRE) Sean Levey J
O K. Quinn/ C. Benham
John Butler, Newmarket T
B Michael Ryan HG Construction Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-up on handicap debut on all-weather but hasn’t improved on that back on turf fourth of 6 in handicap (7/1) at Newmarket (10f good to firm) 37 days ago Cheekpieces on first time and they’ll need to bring about some improvement. TFRHHHII BHA62
7 GLITTER CODE (IRE) (6) 022245 BF 3 9-0 (6)
Br B g Kodiac - Glitterdust Marco Ghiani J
O J. I. Barnett William Knight, Newmarket T
B Epona Bloodstock Ltd William Knight Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden has been in good heart for most of this season, not seen to best effect when respectable fifth of 11 in handicap at Windsor (10f, good to firm, 5/2) 6 days ago, not ideally placed. Could well be more competitive here in a change of headgear TFRHHHHI BHA61
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: OVERTURE 3 9 4 Luke Morris 9-4 (Sir Mark Prescott Bt) 5 ran
Visor worn first time by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 3, 6. Visor worn by No 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Stewards Note:
PAY ATTENTION: Following its run on 19/7/2025 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.
Probable S.P.’s: 7-4 Arundel (IRE), 4-1 Glitter Code (IRE), 13-2 Silent Affair (IRE), 15-2 Pay Attention (GB), 10-1 Alive Again (GB), 12-1 Telecommunication (IRE), 14-1 Singing In Paris (IRE) PLAY SMARTER
Already a winner this season, ARUNDEL showed improved form when runner-up at Newmarket last month and there could well be more to come in first-time cheekpieces. He’s preferred to Glitter Code who’s been in fine heart for most of this campaign and could go well in a change of headgear having not been seen to best effect last time, while Pay Attention had been in good form and looks the type to bounce back quickly from a below-par effort.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ARUNDEL (IRE) 2.GLITTER CODE (IRE) 3.PAY ATTENTION
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FIFTH RACE 4.22
THE OKTOBERFEST SEASON FINALE ON 20TH SEPTEMBER CLASSIFIED CLAIMING STAKES (CLASS 4)
for three yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £20000
Owners Prize Money 1st £8126, 2nd £4064, 3rd £2032, 4th £1016, 5th £508, 6th £254 (Penalty Value £10308)
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, in this case a 0-85
horse
1 ON THE RIVER (GB) (15) (£40000) 600144 D BF 6 9-9 (8)
Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Lady Lekki (IRE) (Champs Elysees) Joe Fanning J
O Mr W. A. Bethell Harriet Bethell, Arnold T
B Daniel Shapiro
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful gelding. Latest win at Carlisle in June. Creditable fourth of 6 in handicap (85/40) at Ripon (8f, soft) 15 days ago, hampered late on. Not ruled out. TFRHHHII BHA84
2 CHALK MOUNTAIN (GB)(23) (£32000) 0-33234 5 9-5 (11)
Br Gr g Outstrip - Perfect Muse (Oasis Dream) Rob Hornby J
O The Chalk Mountain Partnership Stuart Kittow, Cullompton T
B R. J. Vines Kittow S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful gelding. Respectable fourth of 10 in handicap (8/1) at Ascot (8f, firm) 23 days ago. Possibilities. TFRHHHII BHA81
3 LOOKBACKSMILING(IRE)(15)(£30000) 5-00264 D 5 9-4 (6)
Br Ch g Fast Company (IRE) - Portico (Pivotal) Rossa Ryan J
O Nick Bradley Racing 21 & Partners Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T
B Coole House Farm Gemma Tutty Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2024. 11/1, respectable fourth of 10 in handicap at Doncaster (7f good) 15 days ago, nearest finish. Unreliable sort. TFRHHIII BHA78
4 SPIRIT GENIE (IRE) (29) (£30000) 0-05005 C D 5 9-4 (5)
Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Prima Luce (IRE) (Galileo (IRE)) George Wood J
O Mrs Ros Marriott Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Kilcarn Stud Torvic Magnets, Equine Products UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Fair fifth of 11 in handicap (15/2) at Carlisle (7.8f, heavy) 29 days ago, running on. Visor on 1st time and no forlorn hope. TFRHHHII BHA84
5 BELLARCHI (IRE) (8) (£24000) 036415 D 4 9-1 (7)
Br Ch f Mehmas (IRE) - Drop Dead Gorgeous (FR) (Sepoy (AUS)) Oliver Stammers J
O Nick Bradley Racing 19 and partner Grant Tuer Northallerton T
B C. Marnane Tattersalls S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful filly Latest win at Catterick in July 18/1, creditable fifth of 19 in handicap at York (7.9f, good to firm) 8 days ago. In the picture. TFRHHHII BHA78
6 CAPITALGUARANTEE(IRE)(13)(£24000) 615543 D 5 9-1 (9)
Br Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Promised Money (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE)) Jason Watson J
O Eagle Racing David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Yeomanstown Stud GAIN Equine Nutrition S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Thirsk in May 3/1, last of 3 in handicap at Beverley (7.4f, good to soft) 13 days ago so more is needed here. TFRHHHII BHA83
7 CEPHALUS (GB) (31) (£24000) 0-21063 D 6 9-1 (10)
Br B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Angels Wings (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE)) Ashley Lewis (7) J
O Mr Veljko Jovanovic Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T
B Highclere Stud & Jake Warren Ltd KM Elite Products Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 15/2 and visor on for 1st time in this code, creditable fifth of 12 in novice hurdle at Worcester (16f, good) on NH debut 10 days ago. Needs considering back in this sphere. TFRHHHII BHA81
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
(17)(£20000) 260003 D 7 8-13 (3)
Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Adore (Oasis Dream) Jason Hart J
O Mr Ross Harmon John & Sean Quinn, Malton T
B The Kathryn Stud JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW On a losing run but he posted a good third of 11 in handicap at Hamilton (8.3f, good to firm, 16/1) 17 days ago. Weighted to go well here. TFRHHHHH BHA84
9 ABDUCTION
(FR) (6) (£18000) 244104 7 8-12 (12)
Br B g Acclamation - Perfect Day (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE)) Shay Farmer (7) J
O Dab Hand Racing Jim Goldie, Glasgow T
B Skymarch Farm Inc & Ecurie Des Charmes K.A.P S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Hamilton in June. 13/2, creditable fourth of 10 in handicap at Ayr (7.2f, good) 6 days ago. Not taken lightly on these terms. TFRHHHHI BHA80
10 AL WAQIDI (GB) (31) (£18000) 1/1///-360 7 8-12 (4)
Br B g Dubawi (IRE) - Kazziana (Shamardal (USA)) William Carver J
O V7 Recruitment Ltd and Partner Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn T
B Godolphin V7 Recruitment S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner 11/1, ninth of 10 in handicap at Kempton (8f) 31 days ago. Can make presence felt if shrugging off latest effort. TFRHHHII BHA82
11 LITTLE BOY BLUE
(GB) (49) (£18000) 4300-30 10 8-12 (1)
Br Gr g Hellvelyn - Dusty Dazzler (IRE) (Titus Livius (FR)) Laura Coughlan (3) J
O Mrs Tracy Turner Bill Turner, Sherborne T
B Mrs P. A. Turner
TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 9 in handicap (40/1) at Salisbury (7f good to firm) 49 days ago. Has work to do.
TFRHHIII BHA75
12 REVICH (IRE) (15) (£18000) 066-003 CD 9 8-12 (2)
Br Br g Requinto (IRE) - Kathleen Rafferty (IRE) (Marju (IRE)) Cieren Fallon J
O Mrs P. Goodwin Adrian Wintle, Westbury-On-Severn T
B Mr T. Jones Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW A 4-time course winner Eleven runs since last win in 2023 22/1, good third of 6 in handicap at Ripon (8f, soft) 15 days ago. Ought to be thereabouts. TFRHHHII BHA79
DECLARED RUNNERS 12
2024:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Visor worn first time by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 7, 8. Visor worn by No. 12.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 10 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 11. Stewards Note:
CHALK MOUNTAIN: Following its run on 11/7/2025 it was reported that the horse jumped awkwardly from the stalls. LOOK BACK SMILING: Following its run on 19/7/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed under pressure. LITTLE BOY BLUE: Following its run on 15/6/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away
Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 Empirestateofmind (IRE), 15-2 Capital Guarantee (IRE), 8-1 Abduction (FR), 11-1 Al Waqidi (GB), Revich (IRE), 12-1 Spirit Genie (IRE), Cephalus (GB), 14-1 On The River (GB), Chalk Mountain (GB), 16-1 Bellarchi (IRE), 20-1 Look Back Smiling (IRE), 33-1 Little Boy Blue (GB)
Plenty are in with a shout but
rates the pick at these weights so is fancied to end a losing sequence at the chief expense of Abduction who can also have a say on these terms. Cephalus, On The River and Spirit Genie all need factoring in too.
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THE INKERMAN LONDON 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) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a seven furlongs 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
1 HE’S A MONSTER (IRE) (22) 040-030 D 5 10-2 (9)
Br Br g No Nay Never (USA) - Al Joza Faleh Bughenaim J
O Wathnan Racing Hamad Al Jehani, GB T
B Frank Antonacci & David Reid Damsa Holding Company W.L.L S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful for Archie Watson at 2 years ago and got right back on track for his new yard when third of 13 in 6f handicap at Newcastle. Only tenth of 12 back on turf in handicap at Newmarket (7f, good, 40/1) 22 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA97
2 BOBBY BENNU (IRE) (29) 521-302 C D 4 10-2 (5)
Br Gr g Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Clenaghcastle Lady (IRE) Silvestre De Sousa J
O Middleham Park Racing XLIII Roger Varian, Newmarket T
B Mr D. McCarthy Middleham Park Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner 8/1, good second of 11 in handicap at Haydock (7.2f, good) 29 days ago. Expected to be bang there. TFRHHHHH BHA97
3 THUNDER ROAR (GB) (84) 21-0020 D
Br Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Dominike (ITY)
O Mr D F L Bishop & Partner
B Brookside Stud Ltd
6 9-13 (10)
Tom Eaves J
Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton T
TIMEFORM VIEW First past post at Doncaster in March but demoted to second. 22/1, tenth of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f) 84 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA94
4 YANIFER (GB) (15) 50-0022 CD
Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Fondie (IRE)
7 9-11 (4)
Oisin McSweeney (3) J
O H & W Bethell Harriet Bethell, Arnold T
B Daniel Hunt Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner 9/2, creditable second of 10 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, good) 15 days ago, no match for winner Can make presence felt. TFRHHHHI BHA92
5 PALMAR BAY (FR) (50) 032-316 D
Br B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Di Fede (IRE)
O Mr Robert Ng
B Mr M. Robert Ng
4 9-9 (2)
Rossa Ryan J
Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T
TIMEFORM VIEW 1 win from 3 runs this year 6/1, just respectable sixth of 13 in handicap at York (7f, good to firm) back on turf 50 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA90
6 ROGUE SENSATION (GB) (23) 612-400
3 9-8 (6)
Br B f Too Darn Hot - Canonbury (IRE) P. J. McDonald J
O The Rogues Gallery Edward Bethell, Middleham T
B Sir Robert Ogden Eco Rider UK Packaging Supplies Ltd S
HHHII BHA95
TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable efforts first 2 starts this season but only tenth of 11 to Sayidah Dariyan in Summer Stakes at York (6f good to firm) 23 days ago.
7 LEGAL REFORM (IRE) (58) 211230 D
9-7 (3)
Br B g Lawman (FR) - Amhrasach (IRE) Jason Hart J
O GB Civil Engineering (Leicester) Ltd Michael Herrington, Willoughton T
B J. S. Bolger
TIMEFORM VIEW 3 wins from 7 runs this year Latest win at Southwell in March. 16/1, ninth of 12 in handicap at Epsom (7f good to soft) 58 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA88
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8
FLAMING RIB (IRE) (36) 00006-4 C
Br B g Ribchester (IRE) - Suddenly (GER)
9-7 (1)
Jason Watson J
O Dale Dolan Dooley Owen Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
B Kildaragh Stud Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Twelve runs since last win in 2023 Failed to justify support after 6 months off when below-form fourth of 9 in handicap (9/2) at this course (6.1f good to firm) 36 days ago. Return to 7f will suit. TFRHHHHI BHA88
9 PROBE (GB) (15) 061500 CD 7 9-5 (7)
Br B g Kingman - Tested
Kieran O’Neill J
O Mrs Ros Marriott Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd Torvic Magnets, Equine Products UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win here in May Below par last 2 starts, seventh of 10 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, good) 15 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA86
10 KINDEST NATION (IRE) (46) 46-3000 CD 4 9-4 (8)
Br Br f Sioux Nation (USA) - The Dylan Show (IRE)
Cieren Fallon J
O John Brown & The Owens Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
B Sherborough Developments Co Ltd Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Well held last 3 starts, including in handicap at Royal Ascot (8f, firm) 46 days ago, slowly away Others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA85
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2024: YANIFER 6 9 2 Oisin McSweeney 11-1 (Harriet Bethell) 11 ran
Hood worn by No. 2. Visor worn by No. 10 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.
Probable S.P.’s: 7-2 Bobby Bennu (IRE), 9-2 Yanifer (GB), 7-1 Flaming Rib (IRE), 15-2 Palmar Bay (FR), 12-1 Thunder Roar (GB), Rogue Sensation (GB), 14-1 Legal Reform (IRE), 16-1 Probe (GB), 20-1 He’s A Monster (IRE), 28-1 Kindest Nation (IRE) PLAY SMARTER
BOBBY BENNU bounced back to best with a recent run under his belt when second at Haydock last month and has a good chance of going one better in this slightly easier heat. Yanifer should be on the premises again, while Flaming Rib is lurking on a dangerous mark and this sort of trip is perhaps what he wants nowadays.
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £433,668 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 23rd June to 14th September 2025
THE CHRISTMAS PARTIES 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) Weights lowered 3lb.
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a one mile, two and half furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 59 to 78 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 GOOD HEAVENS (IRE) (59) 0/0/600-0 6
Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Round of Applause Jason Hart J
O Mr John P. McManus John & Sean Quinn, Malton T
B Mrs Noreen McManus JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Useful for Joseph O’Brien at his best but hasn’t shown anything like that form for new connections. Probably needed the run when eighth of 12 in handicap at Hamilton (9.2f, good) 59 days ago and has been given a chance by the handicapper if retaining any of his old spark. TFRHHHII BHA80
2 HAMLET’S NIGHT (IRE) (20) 422006 4 9-12 (4)
Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Ophelia’s Dream Cieren Fallon J
O Roxholme Racing James Owen, Newmarket T
B Godolphin Fitzdares Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWEx-AndreFabregeldingremainsamaidenbutwascompetitiveinthissortofgradeforDaniel&ClaireKubler,forallhewasabitbelowformwhensixth of 7 in handicap (5/1) at Windsor (10f, good to firm) 20 days ago. Cheekpieces refitted on debut for excellent new yard. Looks interesting. TFRHHHHH BHA77
3
THEME
PARK
(GB) (16) 030005
Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Queen’s Prize
O Martin Webb Racing
5 9-11 (3)
Rowan Scott J
Nigel Tinkler, Malton T
B Queen Elizabeth II WJ Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner during 2024 but has underperformed of late, fifth of 8 in handicap at Pontefract (8f good to soft, 8/1) 16 days ago. Back up in trip and now 5lb below his latest winning mark. One to consider TFRHHHII BHA76
4 ROGUE SEA (GB)
(403) 1060/00- D
Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Tarfasha (IRE)
5 9-10 (6)
George Wood J
O Dermot Hanafin and Stan Kaznowski Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Shadwell Estate Company Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWFairly useful at his best on the Flat but has been operating over hurdles for new connections this year, showing a bit more in that sphere when third of 4 in novice hurdle at Sedgefield (16.8f, good to soft) 145 days ago. Market may guide expectations returning from a 145 day absence. TFRHHIII BHA75
5 IT’S A
LOVE
THING (GB) (16) 221062 D
7 9-10 (2)
Br B g Intrinsic - Lady Kyllar Jonathan England J
O Duke of Appletreewick Sam England, Guiseley T
B Malih L. Al Basti Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWEnjoyed a good spell since the turn of the year, gaining a third victory over 10f in April. About as good as ever when second of 6 in handicap at Pontefract (12f, good to soft) 16 days ago. should give a good account back down in trip. TFRHHHII BHA75
6 LONE PIPER (GB) (24) 261-650 D
4 9-8 (9)
Br B g Kingman - Guilty Twelve (USA) Rossa Ryan J
O Merry Fox Stud Limited Tom Clover, Newmarket T
B Merry Fox Stud Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 10f handicap at Windsor in September with first-time blinkers and had shaped with some credit this season prior to disappointing in a change of headgearwhenseventhof10inhandicap(10/1)atDoncaster(10.2f goodtofirm)24daysago.Couldbeworthanotherchancewithblinkersbackon. TFRHHHII BHA73
7 LIGHT
SPEED
(IRE) (16) 400-400 C D
5 9-7 (10)
Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Kibara Joanna Mason J
O Mr Allan Davies Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T
B Brian Williamson Gemma Tutty Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWLastsuccesscamewhena decisivewinnerat thistrack(7.6f)last July Winlesssincebut hasfallen to3lbbelowhislast winningmark,forallhe disappointed when last of 8 in handicap at Pontefract (8f good to soft) 16 days ago. On a good mark if he can bounce back up in trip. TFRHHHHI BHA72
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8
MISTER
DAYDREAM (IRE) (29) 116006 D 4 9-7 (5)
Br B g Make Believe - Teo’s Sister (IRE)
O The Originals
Joe Fanning J
Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B J. S. Bolger Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner in the spring but hasn’t been able to recapture that form of late, last of 6 in handicap at Beverley (9.9f, good to firm) 29 days ago. Remains to be seen if first time visor has the desired effect. TFRHHIII BHA72
9
RISEN AGAIN (FR) (29) 525143 D 4 9-6 (8)
Br Ch g No Nay Never (USA) - Easter Lily (IRE)
O John Hall and A Haynes
Kieran O’Neill J
Alice Haynes, Newmarket T
B China Horse Club International Ltd Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Yarmouth in May (form looks solid for the grade) and again ran creditably when third of 6 in handicap (9/2) at Beverley (9.9f, good to firm) 29 days ago. Should remain competitive. TFRHHHII BHA71
10 GLISTENING NIGHTS (FR) (23) 566054 D 4 9-4 (7)
Br Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Lily Passion
O P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd
Barry McHugh J
Richard Fahey, Malton T
B Ecurie Des Charmes P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 4 times in 2024, latest at Redcar in September Has yet to add to his tally this term but ran creditably when fourth of 9 in handicap (16/1) at York (10.2f, good to firm) 23 days ago. Eased slightly in grade and remains of a handy mark. TFRHHHII BHA69
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
2024: BOSC GIRL
(IRE) 4 9 11 Oisin Orr 9-1 (Richard Fahey) 10 ran
Visor worn first time by No. 8. Hood worn by No. 4, 9. Blinkers worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 9.
Probable S.P.’s: 9-2 Hamlet’s Night (IRE), It’s A Love Thing (GB), 5-1 Risen Again (FR), 15-2 Glistening Nights (FR), 10-1 Good Heavens (IRE), Theme Park (GB), 12-1 Lone Piper (GB), Light Speed (IRE), 18-1 Mister Daydream (IRE), 66-1 Rogue Sea (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
HAMLET’S NIGHT went close in this grade from a higher mark for previous connections and may be able to get off the mark while enhancing James Owen’s fine record with stableswitchers. Course winner Light Speed is on a good mark if he can recapture his form from last season, with similar comments applying to Theme Park. Of the rest, Lone Piper has posted some creditable efforts this season and could be worth another chance with blinkers refitted.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HAMLET’S NIGHT (IRE) 2.LIGHT SPEED (IRE) 3.THEME PARK
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RACE CONDITIONS & TODAY’S OFFICIALS
First Race 2.10 - THE FAMILY FUN DAY 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 63-82 (also open to such horses rated 83 and 84; such horses rated 62 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 63 or higher or £15 stake if the horse is rated 62 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 1st. 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 26th, 2025 for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Chester Racecourse 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. 18 entries, at £75. - Closed July 28th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £6095; Second £3048; Third £1524; Fourth £762; Fifth £381; Sixth £191. (Penalty Value £7731) SS
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.45 - THE BRITISH EBF NEWCOMERS’ MAIDEN 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 and the fifth £453. for maiden two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, which have never run. Enter by noon, July 28th and pay £75 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 1st. 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. 9 entries at £75.Closed July 28th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £6095; Second £3048; Third £1524; Fourth £762; Fifth £381. (Penalty Value £7731) SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.20 - THE BRIDGMAN NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) 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 two yrs old only, Rated 0-75 Enter by noon, July 28th and pay £75 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 1st. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 26th, 2025 for each race won 6lb Bridgman have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out. 17 entries at £75. - Closed July 28th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £6095; Second £3048; Third £1524; Fourth £762; Fifth £381; Sixth £191. (Penalty Value £7731) SS SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.52 - THE QUEENSFERRY STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £22684 to the winning horse The second to receive £8600, the third £4304, the fourth £2144, the fifth £1076 and the sixth £540 for three yrs old and upwards, which have not won a Group 1 Pattern race after 2024 Enter by noon, July 28th and pay £200 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 1st. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 1lb; fillies 8st 10lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 5lb; fillies 9st Penalties, after 2024, 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. 20 entries at £200 - Closed July 28th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £17824; Second £7316; Third £3660; Fourth £1828; Fifth £916; Sixth £456 (Penalty Value £22684) A SS SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 4.22 - THE OKTOBERFEST SEASON FINALE ON 20TH SEPTEMBER CLASSIFIED CLAIMING STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10308 to the winning horse The second to receive £4834 the third £2418 the fourth £1208 the fifth £604 and the sixth £302. for three yrs old and upwards, each claimable at their advertised claiming price, Rated 0-85 Enter by noon, July 28th and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 1st. 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 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. 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 16 entries at £100 - Closed July 28th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £8126; Second £4064; Third £2032; Fourth £1016; Fifth £508; Sixth £254 (Penalty Value £10308) SS SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE Sixth Race 4.52 - THE INKERMAN LONDON 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. August 1st. 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 26th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Inkerman London 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. 17 entries, at £125 - Closed July 28th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318 (Penalty Value £12885) Weights raised 3lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 44 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.22 - THE CHRISTMAS PARTIES 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 59-78 (also open to such horses rated 79 and 80; such horses rated 58 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 59 or higher or £15 stake if the horse is rated 58 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 1st. 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 26th, 2025, 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 18 entries, at £75. - Closed July 28th, 2025 Owners Prize Money Winner £6095; Second £3048; Third £1524; Fourth £762; Fifth £381; Sixth £191. (Penalty Value £7731) Weights lowered 3lbs. SS
SEE PAGE 48 FOR THIS RACE.
SUNDAY 3RD AUGUST - FAMILY FUN DAY
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IAN O’DOHERTY (Chair)
JOËLLE WARREN MBE
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