Chester Racecard - Wednesday 7th May

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Pick the 1s

ON-COURSE BETTING & HOW TO READ YOUR RACECARD page 6-7

LAST YEAR’S WINNERS page 14-15

TITLE SPONSORBOODLES page 18-19

FACTS & STATISTICS page 8-9

TODAY’S TIPS page 10

CHESHIRE OAKS HISTORY page 42-43

CHESTER VASE HISTORY page 52-53

IMPORTANT INFORMATION page 74

TODAY’S SPONSORS Chester Race Company would like to thank the following for their generous sponsorship of today’s racing.

TODAY’S RACING TRIALS DAY WEDNESDAY 7 MAY 2025

RACE TIMES The CAA Stellar Lily Agnes EBF Conditions Stakes

1.30pm

28

The Ladbrokes Best Odds The Weatherbys ePassport Guaranteed On Racing Handicap Cheshire Oaks

2.05pm

36

2.35pm

46

3.05pm

56

3.40pm

60

4.10pm

66

4.45pm

70

The Boodles Chester Vase Stakes

The Love Federal Capital Handicap

The Heineken Maiden Stakes

The Horseradish Catering & Events Handicap

TODAY’S JOCKEYS AND TRAINERS

Listed below are the Jockeys and Trainers in action at today’s meeting

Jockeys David Allan

David Egan

Connor Beasley

Joe Fanning

1.30, 4.45 1.30

William Buick 3.05, 3.40, 4.10

Dougie Costello 3.05

Hector Crouch 1.30, 2.05, 3.05

Harry Davies

1.30

Ray Dawson

4.10, 4.45

2.05, 2.35, 3.40

1.30

2.35, 3.05

Jason Hart Robert Havlin 4.10

Sam James

1.30, 2.05, 3.05, 4.45

Pierre-Louis Jamin

2.05, 2.35

1.30, 2.05, 3.40, 4.10

Richard Kingscote

Hollie Doyle

Billy Loughnane

Tom Eaves

Charlie Maggs

3.40

Grace McEntee

3.40, 4.45 3.40

4.10

2.05, 3.40, 4.45

2.05, 2.35, 3.05, 3.40, 4.10, 4.45

2.05

Cam Hardie

1.30, 3.40, 4.45

4.45

Rossa Ryan

P. J. McDonald

3.05

1.30, 3.40

Silvestre De Sousa

Tom Marquand

1.30, 2.05, 3.40, 4.10

Ryan Moore Kieran O’Neill 3.40, 4.45

Saffie Osborne 2.35, 3.40, 4.45

David Probert

2.05, 2.35, 3.40, 4.10

William Pyle 1.30

Callum Shepherd Kieran Shoemark 2.05, 2.35

Oliver Stammers 4.45

Jason Watson 3.05, 4.10, 4.45

Zak Wheatley 2.05

George Wood 4.45

Alistair Rawlinson 4.45

Callum Rodriguez 1.30

Trainers Michael Appleby

Tom Dascombe

Andrew Balding

Lemos De Souza

1.30, 2.05, 4.10

Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole

Kevin Ryan

2.35, 3.05, 3.40, 4.10

2.05

Charlie Johnston

2.05, 2.35, 3.40, 4.45

2.35, 3.05, 3.40, 4.10

2.05

Alan King

4.45

Ralph Beckett

Michael Bell 2.05, 2.35

Edward Bethell 1.30

George Boughey 1.30, 3.40, 4.45

Antony Brittain 2.05

K. R. Burke

1.30, 3.05, 4.45

Jennie Candlish

4.45

Declan Carroll 2.05

Robert Cowell 2.05

Clive Cox 2.05, 3.40

Des Donovan Tim Easterby 1.30, 4.45

David Evans 3.40, 4.45

James Ferguson 3.40

John & Thady Gosden 2.35, 4.10

Grace Harris 1.30

Alice Haynes 3.40

Charles Hills 3.40, 4.10

Darryll Holland 4.45

Richard Hughes 4.10

2.05, 4.45

2.35, 3.05 4.10

Craig Lidster 1.30, 4.45

Mark Loughnane 3.40

Donald McCain 4.45

Phil McEntee 3.40

Aidan O’Brien 2.35, 3.05

John F. O’Neill 3.05

Jamie Osborne 4.45

James Owen 1.30

Hugo Palmer 1.30, 3.40, 4.10

3.40

George Scott Grant Tuer 2.05, 4.45

Gemma Tutty 1.30

Archie Watson 2.05

Ian Williams 4.10

PL ACE A BET ON-COURSE WITH

AND RACECOURSE BOOKMANERS

HOW TO PLACE A BET WITH A RACECOURSE BOOKMAKER 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.

• 4 or fewer runners - win only • 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.

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1. THE AVERAGE FLAT JOCKEY is below 5’6 (although there are exceptions) and weigh between 8 & 9st 2. JOCKEYS BOOTS They are mostly synthetic and can weigh as little as 300 grams 3. RACING SADDLE Weighs between 1 & 2lb 4. JOCKEYS WHIP A jockey’s whip is made from a core of light-weight carbon fibre surrounded by layers of air cushioned foam and

light-weight leather. Usage of the whip is strictly controlled by the British Horseracing Authority Stewards who are present on raceday 5. SILKS The silks that a jockey wears belong to the racehorse owner rather than the jockey.

Each set is unique, such is the demand for certain designs that some colours can sell for thousands, or even tens of thousands of pounds

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6. BREATHING The horse’s lungs breath in and out 140 times per minute delivering 150 litres of air per second. At 10,000 litres per race, that is what a human breaths in a day 7. HEART CAPACITY Up to 240 beats per minute moving 60 pints of blood during a race. A racehorse’s heart weighs the equivalent of 4 bags of sugar (around 4 kgs)

8. STRIDE LENGTH An average racehorses’ stride length is 20-21ft 9. STRIDE FREQUENCY Between 130 and 140 strides per minute 10. AVERAGE SPEED 37.5 mph 11. HORSES WEIGHT A horses weight is approximately half a tonne 12. FUEL CONSUMPTION A horse uses 35,000 calories per day, whereas a human adult male is advised to eat 2,500

RACE 3

RACE 2

RACE 1

TODAY’S TOP TIPS ALI SHUFFLE is two from two after carrying a penalty to score by just under a length from subsequent winner Argentine Tango at Beverley and she may have lots more to offer from the plum draw in stall one. Viamarie made a good impression when a two-length victor as an odds-on favourite on her introduction at Kempton and has to be taken seriously, while impressive Southwell scorer Social Exclusion is another to note.

WIN: ALI SHUFFLE

Blinky bids to stay unbeaten since switching to the Antony Brittain yard, but he will need to transfer his recent form to turf so REDORANGE gets the nod. Clive Cox’s threeyear-old showed plenty of speed when attempting to make all at Sandown, only to fade into third in the closing stages. With a similar effort and with that return under his belt, he will prove tough to beat. Mission Command isn’t out of it either.

WIN: REDORANGE

RACE 4 RACE 5

DANGER: MINNIE HAUK

Lambourn could launch a serious challenge on the back of finishing runner-up in the Ballysax at Leopardstown. He’s preferred to stablemate Thrice, but the vote goes to SQUARE D’ALBONI. Ralph Beckett’s inmate showed enough speed to win over 7f at Epsom last August, before ending the season with an impressive Listed victory over 1m1f on testing going at Chantilly, and he will improve further for this extra distance.

Novice winners Convergent and Pinhole are others to note.

WIN: SQUARE D’ALBONI

DANGER: LAMBOURN

BOB MALI made a promising start for his new trainer when runner-up at Newmarket.

He had a subsequent winner back in third, so that form look solid, and William Buick’s presence in the saddle is another positive. Diligently ended last season by landing a valuable sales race at York and he can feature back in handicap company, while Cyclonite finished a respectable third at the All-Weather Championships at Newcastle and is not out of it either.

WIN: BOB MALI

RACE 6

DANGER: BLINKY

Minnie Hauk, who cost 1,850,000 euros as a yearling, shed her maiden tag at the second time of asking at Leopardstown in October and Aidan O’Brien certainly knows the right type for this, so she has to be respected. However, THAT’S AMORE is preferred because she made a deep impression when scoring on debut at Newbury and should have any amount of improvement to come. Secret Of Love finished second in Listed company when last seen and is another to consider.

WIN: THAT’S AMORE

RACE 7

DANGER: VIAMARIE

DANGER: DILIGENTLY

SEA SUITE was only beaten four lengths into fourth on his racecourse debut at Kempton last month and that form has worked out well. Stepping up in trip along with a switch to turf is likely to suit the son of Sea The Stars so, if handling the track, he could go close. Marnier made a pleasing introduction when finishing third at Newbury and he merits respect. Daiquiri Bay is just one more to consider.

WIN: SEA SUITE DANGER: MARNIER

A competitive event in which only a tentative vote can go to SPIRIT GENIE, whose latest Musselburgh performance was more encouraging than his Doncaster reappearance. The five-year-old doesn’t have much leeway from his current rating, but he’s back on his last winning mark and given that he’s yet to run a poor race on the Roodee and is a C&D winner, he might be worth chancing. Catterick scorer Monsieur Fudge remains of interest back in a handicap. Billyb should appreciate a return to turf.

WIN: SPIRIT GENIE

DANGER: MONSIEUR FUDGE

RACING PHRASE BOOK ACCUMULATOR bet involving two or more selections in different races: winnings from one are placed on the next ALL WEATHER RACING flat racing which takes place on an artificial surface AMATEUR (rider) on racecards, their names are prefixed

by Mr, Mrs, Captain, etc., to indicate their amateur status ANTE-POST betting (usually on the most important races) days, weeks and even months before the race is due to take place

DRAW for flat racing only, describes a horse’s position in the starting stalls, drawn randomly the day before shortly after the horses are declared to run EVENS or EVEN MONEY when your stake exactly equals your winnings thus £5 at evens wins a further £5

APPRENTICE young jockey tied by annually renewed contract to a licensed trainer while he or she is learning the business of race-riding BACKWARD used of a horse which needs time to mature CLAIMER of a race: a claiming race; of a jockey: an apprentice COLT male, ungelded horse up to four years old DAM mother of a horse DISTANCE the length of a race: 5 furlongs is the minimum and the 4 1⁄2 miles of the Grand National the longest. Also, the margin by which a horse wins or is beaten by the horse in front: this ranges from a short head to ‘by a distance’ (more than 30 lengths); a ‘length’ is measured from the horse’s nose to the start of its tail

FILLY female horse up to four years old FOAL horse of either sex from the time of its birth until 1 January the following year FURLONG 220 yards (one eighth of a mile)

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GELDING castrated horse GOING the description of conditions underfoot on the racecourse. Official BHA going reports progress as follows: Heavy - soft - good to soft - good good to firm - firm - hard GREEN (of a horse) inexperienced HAND unit of four inches in which a horse’s height is measured, at the shoulder JOLLY betting parlance for the favourite in a race - the horse with the shortest odds

PLATE shoe worn by horse for racing PLATER horse which usually runs in selling races (selling ‘plates’) PONY betting parlance for £25 RULE 4 betting rule covering deductions made from winning bets if a horse is withdrawn after the betting market has been formed but before the ‘Under Starter’s Orders’ signal; the amount deducted depends on the price of the withdrawn horse SIRE father of a horse

JUDGE official responsible for declaring the finishing order of a race and the distances between the runners JUVENILE two-year-old horse MAIDEN horse which has not won a race MARE female horse five years and over MONKEY betting parlance for £500 OBJECTION complaint by one jockey against another regarding breach of rules during a race ODDS ON odds where the winnings are less than the stake (which is of course returned to you): thus a winning £2 bet at 2-1 on wins you £1 PADDOCK area of the racecourse incorporating the pre-parade ring, parade ring and winner’s enclosure PATTERN the elite races, divided in Flat racing into Groups One, Two, Three and Listed, and in jumping into Grades One, Two and Three PENALTY weight added to the allotted handicap weight of a horse which has won since the weights were originally published PHOTO FINISH electronic photographic device which determines minimal distances in a close finish

SPREAD A PLATE when a racing plate or horseshoe becomes detached from an animal’s hoof, this sometimes causes a delay while the horse is re-shod SPRINGER/STEAMER a horse which shortens dramatically in the betting SP/STARTING PRICE the official price of horse at which bets are settled in betting shops STEWARDS the panel of men and women - usually a total of four who are responsible for seeing that the Rules of Racing are adhered to STEWARDS’ ENQUIRY enquiry by the stewards into the running of a race TIC-TAC the bookmaker’s method of relaying odds information on the racecourse, by means of hand signals WEIGH IN/WEIGH OUT weighing of jockey before and after a race to ensure that the correct weight has been carried; the announcement ‘weighed in’ signals that the result is official, and all bets can be settled YANKEE combination bet involving four selections in different races: six doubles, four trebles and one four-horse accumulator - eleven bets YEARLING horse of either sex from 1 January to 31 December of the year following its birth.

LAST YEAR’S WINNERS The first day of the 2024 Boodles May Festival, City Day, included the Weatherbys E-Passport Cheshire Oaks and the Chester Vase, sponsored by Boodles. The two feature contests allow contenders for next month’s Oaks and Derby to gain valuable experience before heading to Epsom.

In the opening race, the CAA Stellar Handicap, saw the Richard Fahey-trained Garfield Shadow complete a narrow victory.

David Nolan was on board the three-year-old who found just enough to fend off the danger from market favourite Al Shabab Storm by a neck. The colt wasn’t particularly quick to begin proceedings but soon managed to find room during the home turn. Nolan asked for more and the pair took the lead inside the final 110 yards as Garfield Shadow kept on well to take the honours.

Seraphim Angel made it marginally more comfortable in the following race, the CAA Stellar Lily Agnes EBF Conditions Stakes, securing a lengthand-a-half success for trainer Tom Dascombe and jockey Pierre-Louis Jamin. The two-year-old daughter of Sergei Prokofiev raced wide early on before making good progress two furlongs out. Jamin soon made the move to present a serious challenge,

Hidden Law

and the pair took the lead in the closing stages before doing plenty to see off the favourite Flicka’s Girl.

Trainers Michael and David Easterby saw their four-year-old Knicks steal the show in the tote.co.uk Saddle-Up For More Than Racing Handicap. Joanna Mason was on board the gelding who made all and kept on well to secure success by a neck ahead of Vince L’Amour.

The thrilling finishes didn’t stop there with the Weatherbys E-Passport Cheshire Oaks being won by a head by the Ralph Beckett-trained

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Forest Fairy. It was the Joseph O’Brien-trained Galileo Dame who attracted most of the attention and the daughter of Galileo Gold went off as the favourite. However, it was Beckett’s filly who produced a strong performance to take the honours in the 2024 renewal of the Cheshire Oaks.

The Boodles Chester Vase Stakes was building up to be a fantastic renewal with the Aidan O’Brien-trained pair of Agenda and Grosvenor Square were attracting plenty of attention but it was the Charlie Appleby-trained Hidden Law who left his mark on this race, winning by three lengths ahead of Agenda. William Buick was on board the son of Dubawi who won going away in what was an impressive performance.

Forest Fairy

The penultimate race of the day saw Gallantly win the ESL Export Maiden Stakes for jockey Ryan Moore and trainer Aidan O’Brien. Gallantly was prominent in the early stages but was waiting for room to mount a serious challenge. The colt kept on well to lead inside the furlong and ensured there was no danger of Castle In The Sand cutting the deficit.

In the final race on day one of the May Festival, it was the Charles Hill-trained gelding Divine Libra who completed a two-and-a-half length victory with William Buick on board.

That success made it a double for Buick on the day. Metabolt appeared to be a popular choice in the market, but it was Hills and Buick who ended the day in style.

2024 WINNERS

WHO WILL WIN THIS YEAR? GARFIELD SHADOW CAA Stellar Handicap Stakes

FOREST FAIRY Weatherbys E-Passport Cheshire Oaks

HIDDEN LAW Boodles Chester Vase Stakes (Group 3)

SERAPHIM ANGEL CAA Stellar Lily Agnes EBF Conditions Stakes

KNICKS tote.co.uk Saddle-Up For More Than Racing Handicap Stakes

GALLANTLY ESL Export Maiden Stakes

DIVINE LIBRA CNG Switch Handicap Stakes

Th e Roar. The Drama. The Feeling.

25 YEARS OF RAINDANCE This year marks a special chapter in the Boodles story, 25 years of one of our most cherished and iconic designs: Raindance.

To celebrate this anniversary, our designers have created Raindance 25: the boldest Raindance yet, featuring the rarest of stones – Argyle pink diamonds.

Chosen as an enduring icon of British design, the Raindance ring is part of the Victoria & Albert Museum’s permanent jewellery exhibition, Best of British Design.

It was during a visit to the quintessentially British Chelsea Flower Show twenty-five years ago that Boodles Director of Design, Rebecca Hawkins, was captivated by the play of light on the raindrops she saw. Inspired by this moment, she designed the Raindance Collection – a platinum-set design reminiscent of scattered raindrops glistening in the sun. Twenty-five years later, almost to the day, Boodles’ garden at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show is named the Boodles Raindance Garden, in celebration of the original design.

To mark the anniversary of a design so synonymous with Boodles, Raindance 25 offers a fresh take on a classic: exceptional pieces featuring rare and beautiful Argyle pink diamonds,

set among the signature white diamonds that define the original Raindance style.

Raindance has always been about capturing a moment – the playful scattering of raindrops on a quiet, rainy day. A quintessentially British scene, much like Boodles itself: fun, unique, and unmistakably British. Pink diamonds are among the rarest gemstones in the world – and those from the Argyle mine, which closed in 2020, are rarer still. It’s estimated that less than 0.01% of the world’s diamonds are pink. Over the years, Boodles has become known

for its passion for pink – from its brand colour to its collection of some of the most extraordinary pink diamonds in the world. In this new collection, soft-hued pink diamonds add warmth to classically white diamond pieces – much like sunlight breaking through after a spring rain.

Raindance 25 doesn’t just commemorate a design, it celebrates the beauty of the British outdoors and the individuality that defines Boodles. A nod to where we’ve come from, and a celebration of reimagining something iconic in a way that feels both rare and remarkable.

“In 2025 we’re celebrating 25 years of Raindance, sparkling like raindrops in the sun.

Little did we realise two andahalf decades ago that we’d just created what would go on to be one of Boodles’ most cherished collections.”

James Amos Boodles Managing Director

boodles.com @boodles

FACTS &

STATS THE CAA STELLAR LILY AGNES EBF CONDITIONS STAKES

CLASS 2

2024

WINNER

RUN OVER

SERAPHIM ANGEL

5F

It was a fine display from Seraphim Angel in the CAA Stellar Lily Agnes EBF Conditions Stakes for trainer Tom Dascombe. The daughter of Sergei Prokofiev dwelt at the start but made good progress when two furlongs from the finish before being ridden to lead inside the final 110 yards. She was always doing enough to ensure market favourite Flicka’s Girl was unable to cut the deficit.

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£50,000

£25,770 TO THE WINNER

KEY TRENDS 5 of the last 9 winners were bred in Ireland

The Johnston yard has won 2 of the last 9 runnings of this race

There has been four winning favourites of this contest in the last nine renewals

ROLL OF HONOUR 2015-2024 YEAR 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015

WINNER Seraphim Angel Ziggy’s Phoenix (IRE) Absolutelyflawless Navello MEETING ABANDONED Great Dame (IRE) No Lippy (IRE) Yogi’s Girl (IRE) Copper Knight (IRE) Rah Rah

AGE 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2

WEIGHT SP 8-13 11/2 8-13 9/4F 8-13 6/1 9-2 5/4F 8-11 8-11 8-11 8-12 8-10

7/2 6/5F 4/1 11/4 2/1F

TRAINER RUNNERS Tom Dascombe 9 Richard Hannon 11 David Loughnane 6 George Boughey 4

JOCKEY Pierre-Louis Jamin Ryan Moore Laura Pearson Nicola Currie

David O’Meara Mark Johnston David Evans Hugo Palmer Mark Johnston

Daniel Tudhope P J McDonald J F Egan James Doyle Franny Norton

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L IL Y A GNES ST AKE S Seraphim Angel

To music aficionados, Lily Agnes is a twenty-something singer-songwriter from London with a Spotify profile. To students of the turf, however, Lily Agnes is a filly and broodmare of significant repute.

One whose legacy still remains relevant today, more than 150 years on from her birth.

Foaled in 1871 and a daughter of 2000 Guineas and Derby winner Macaroni, Lily Agnes won all six of her races as a two-year-old. Later, she went on to secure notable victories in the Northumberland Plate, Doncaster Cup (both in 1874) and The Ebor (1875) – all of which remain prestigious races today – and ended her racing career, aged five, having won 19 races at distances from five furlongs to three miles.

Lily Agnes arguably left an even greater imprint on the sport in the late-1800s as a mother of future champions. Her daughter Farewell won the 1000 Guineas in 1885, while Ossory won both the St James’ Palace Stakes and the Prince of Wales’s Stakes at Royal Ascot in 1888. Her most illustrious offspring,

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however, was Ormonde. He won all 16 races he ran in during his career – including completing the Triple Crown 1886, with victories in the 2000 Guineas, Derby and St Leger – and was widely regarded as the ‘horse of the century’. His remarkable achievements are recognised here at Chester with the annual staging of Group 3 Ormonde Stakes, which takes place tomorrow.

Lily Agnes died in 1899, aged 28.

Said to have developed into a ‘roarer’ during her racing days, it’s thought she passed on this wind affliction to many of her offspring, including Ormonde, who developed issues with his breathing before his four-year-old season.

Only then was the Shergar story beginning. Following a modest first inauguration in 1950.

The Lily Agnes Stakes is a five-furlong sprint for two-year-old colts and fillies. It is typically won by a sharp, nimble and compact horse, often with previous race experience, and one adept at scooting around the tight turns that make Chester unique in British Flat racing.

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Its most notable graduate is Risky, the winner in 1993 for trainer Richard Hannon Snr and jockey Pat Eddery. After her success here, Risky stormed to a five-length victory in the Group 3 Queen Mary Stakes at Royal Ascot two runs later under Walter Swinburn. She also won the valuable Super Sprint at Newbury and the Group 2 Molecomb Stakes at Glorious Goodwood, again with Swinburn in the saddle, and ended her two-year-old season with an impressive five wins and four second places from nine starts.

Romantic Myth followed in Risky’s illustrious hoofprints in 2000 by also using her win in this race as a springboard to success in the Queen Mary Stakes, while Lucky Parkes, the heroine in 1992, was retired from racing just over four years later with a remarkable record of 17 individual victories.

Like Lily Agnes, she enjoyed a successful second career as a broodmare. Her most talented progeny was Doctor Parkes, who went on to win 15 races in his own right.

Last year’s race saw a Seraphim Angel secure the honours for trainer Tom Dascombe and jockey Pierre-Louis Jamin FACT FILE Conditions: 2-y-o only Race distance: 5f about 15yds Prize money: £50,000 total prize fund

Previous Winners 2014

Mukhmal

Paul Hanagan / Mark Johnston 1m 1.53s

2015

Rah Rah

Franny Norton / Mark Johnston 1m 2.31s

2016

COPPER KNIGHT

James Doyle / Hugo Palmer 1m 2.58s

2017

YOGI’S GIRL

John Egan / David Evans 1m 0.41

2018

NO LIPPY

P J McDonald / Mark Johnston 1m 2.60s

2019

GREAT DAME

Daniel Tudhope / David O’Meara 1m 4.70s

2021

NAVELLO

Nicola Currie / George Boughey 1m 5.10s

2022

ABSOLUTELYFLAWLESS

Laura Pearson / David Loughnane 1m 4.50s

2023

ZIGGY’S PHOENIX

Ryan Moore / Richard Hannon 1m 6.50s

2024

SERAPHIM ANGEL

Pierre-Louis Jamin / Tom Dascombe

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FIRST RACE 1.30

THE CAA STELLAR LILY AGNES EBF CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

5f 15y

for two yrs old Total prize fund £50000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £20315, 2nd £10160, 3rd £5080, 4th £2540, 5th £1270, 6th £635.

(Penalty Value £25770) 2 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

RACE DESCRIPTION

race one

This race is a five furlongs conditions stakes for two-year-olds. The runners in this type of race are subject to specific conditions that often revolve around age or sex, or confine the race to horses that have yet to win above a particular level.

Br Breeding colours

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Draw

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ARDISIA (IRE) (23) 13 D BF

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Br B c Ardad (IRE) - Garraun (IRE) O Ardisia Partnership B Lynn Lodge Stud

Jason Hart J Hugo Palmer, Malpas T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW£33,000yearling, Ardad colt. Half-brotherto 3winners, includinguseful 5f winner Prince ofRome and9.5f winner Mia Grande. Overcame greenness to make winning start at Musselburgh last month and still looked inexperienced when failing to justify a short price when third to Awraad 12 days later.

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BLAZING (GB) (-)

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Br B c Mayson - Adornment O Future Champions Racing Syndicate B Sally Nicholls

(10)

Callum Rodriguez J Edward Bethell, Middleham T My Future Champion S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 13. £10,000 yearling, Mayson colt. Dam unraced, half-sister to smart 5f winner Ornate out of useful 2-y-o 6f winner Adorn. No easy introduction from a double-figure draw but he’s in excellent hands.

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EXCLAMATION (IRE) (20) 33

9-4

Br Gr c Acclamation - Amanda (FR) O Foxhills Racing Limited B A. V. Bloodstock

(2)

Ray Dawson J Grace Harris, Shirenewton T Michelle Harris, Grace Harris Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 18. 27,000 gns Acclamation colt out of a French 1 1/2m/12.5f winner, half-sister to useful 6f/7f winner Clitheroe. Showed up well at big odds when third in the Brocklesby and matched that level in occupying same spot despite failing to handle the track at Newmarket 3 weeks ago.

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4

ITALICA (GB) (11) 0

9-4

Br B c Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Simmy’s Temple O Russell Jones & Partner B Denniff Farms Ltd

(11)

Richard Kingscote J Tom Dascombe, Lambourn T Ideal Recruit S

TIMEFORMVIEWFoaled March 19. £45,000 yearling, Sergei Prokofiev colt. Half-brother to 5f winner Inspired Knowhow. Dam, 1m winner (including US minor stakes and at 2 yrs), half-sister to useful 5f/6f winner Beyond Equal. Very green but hinted at promise on Leicester debut. Yard has good record in this.

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5

TAMATHER (GB) (23) 34

9-4

Br B c Mohaather - Tamadhor (IRE) O Deva Racing CC B Stuart McPhee

(3)

Hector Crouch J James Owen, Newmarket T Deva Racing Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW £10,000 yearling, Mohaather colt. Half-brother to 5f-7f winner Tawaazon. Dam 7f winner (including at 2 yrs).

Very much a work-in-progress so far, hanging left when fourth to Awraad at Pontefract 3 weeks ago.

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6

SOCIAL EXCLUSION (GB) (35) 1 D

Br B f Lope Y Fernandez (IRE) - She’s Amazing O The Gredley Family B Ian Riggs

9-2

(7)

Harry Davies J James Owen, Newmarket T Unex Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 3. 8,000 gns foal, 45,000 gns yearling, Lope Y Fernandez filly. Knew her job and readily took care of 2 rivals at Southwell a month ago. More on her plate here but she’s open to plenty of progress. TFRHHHII BHA-

7

ALI SHUFFLE (GB) (21) 11 D

8-13

Br B f A’Ali (IRE) - Always Dreaming O Nick Bradley Racing 5 & E Burke B Bickmarsh Stud

(1)

Sam James J K. R. Burke, Leyburn T Tattersalls S

TIMEFORM VIEW Travelled fluently when making a winning debut at Redcar and readily defied a penalty at Beverley 9 days later. Looks a straightforward type and stall 1 also in her favour. Major claims, TFRHHHHH BHA-

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S Sponsor Jockey

8

ARDUIS INVICTA (IRE) (13) 2

8-13

Br B f Invincible Army (IRE) - First Link (USA) O Hopyard Farm Racing B Stuart McPhee Bloodstock

William Pyle J Craig Lidster, Malton T

(4)

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 27. 5,000 gns Invincible Army filly. Half-sister to winner abroad by U S Navy Flag. Dam 7f/1m winner out of useful French 8.5f winner (stayed 1 1/4m) Magic Motif. Sent off a big price but showed plenty to work on when second at Beverley a fortnight ago.

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9

ARGENTINE TANGO (GB) (7) 21 D

Br B f Mattmu - Showdanse O Bearstone Stud Limited B Bearstone Stud

8-13

(8)

David Allan J Tim Easterby, Malton T Holdcroft Motor Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Mattmu filly. Dam lightly-raced half-sister to smart 2-y-o 5f-1m winner Hearts of Fire. Plenty of promise amidst greenness when second of 12 to Ali Shuffle at Beverley and put her experience to good use when going one place better at Pontefract a week ago.

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10 AWRAAD (IRE) (23) 1 D

8-13

Br B f Awtaad (IRE) - Chitra

(12)

Connor Beasley J Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T Gemma Tutty Racing Ltd S

O Mah Bloodstock B Dr Magid Abdelhalim

11 MISS PIGGLE (GB) (7) 1 D

8-13

Br B f Havana Grey - Kirrin Island (USA) O Satchell Goss Owen B Owen Promotions Ltd

(9)

Tom Marquand J Hugo Palmer, Malpas T Satchell Moran Solicitors Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 9. Havana Grey filly. Dam unraced half-sister to useful US 2-y-o 6f winner Eagle Orb. Created very favourable impression when landing 10-runner novice at Southwell a week ago, well on top under a hands-and-heels ride. Stall 9 not ideal but still warrants serious respect. TFRHHHHI BHA-

12 VIAMARIE (GB) (28) 1 D

8-13

(5)

Br B f Mehmas (IRE) - Lilian Baylis (IRE) Billy Loughnane J ER O Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al MaktoumUNN George Boughey, Newmarket T -R B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum ON

N

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 26. Mehmas filly. Closely related to smart 6f winner First Folio and half-sister to 6f winner Artistic Mission and 2-y-o 5f winner The Actor. Dam 1 1/4m winner. Sent off warm order and was a notch above 5 rivals on debut at Kempton 4 weeks ago, well on top at the finish. Demands respect.

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DECLARED RUNNERS 12

2024: SERAPHIM ANGEL 2 8 13 Pierre-Louis Jamin 11-2 (Tom Dascombe) 9 ran

Stewards Note: ARDISIA: Following its run on 14/4/2025 it was reported that the horse reared and was slowly away.

Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 Ali Shuffle (GB), 9-2 Miss Piggle (GB), 6-1 Social Exclusion (GB), 9-1 Ardisia (IRE), 14-1 Arduis Invicta (IRE), Awraad (IRE), 18-1 Argentine Tango (GB), 20-1 Blazing (GB), 22-1 Exclamation (IRE), 28-1 Italica (GB), 40-1 Tamather (GB) ALI SHUFFLE has looked a most professional early-season 2-y-o, winning both starts readily and, from the plum stall, a bold bid for the hat-trick looks forthcoming. Viamarie PLAY SMARTER landed the odds with the minimum of fuss at Southwell a week ago and her pedigree strongly suggests further improvement, with Miss Piggle also of serious interest.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ALI SHUFFLE 2.MISS PIGGLE 3.SOCIAL EXCLUSION

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POSITION OF STALLS 1M 2F - Outside Remainder - Inside 29

race one

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 26. €20,000 yearling, Awtaad filly. Dam 5f-6f winner (including at 2 yrs). Bred to be sharp and knew her job when making a winning debut at Pontefract 3 weeks ago, just hanging on with a couple of these behind. TFRHHHII BHA-

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FACTS &

STATS THE LADBROKES BEST ODDS GUARANTEED ON RACING HANDICAP STAKES

CLASS 3

2024

WINNER

RUN OVER

KNICKS

5F

It was a narrow victory for the Michael and David Easterby-trained Knicks who found just enough to see off the danger from Vince L’Amour by a neck. There had been a lot of support in the market for the Edward Bethell-trained Kings Merchant.

However, it was the Easterby pair that enjoyed success with the son of Invincible Spirit. Due For Luck was a short head behind Vince L’Amour in third in what was an enthralling finish to this class three contest.

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£30,000

£15,462 TO THE WINNER

ROLL OF HONOUR (RACE FIRST RUN IN 2023) YEAR 2024 2023

WINNER Knicks Danger Alert

AGE 3 3

WEIGHT SP 8-8 11/1 9-4 12/1

TRAINER RUNNERS M & D Easterby 8 George Boughey 10

WINNING CONNECTIONS Trainers and jockeys with some of the strongest recent form.

TRAINER

JOCKEY

Michael Bell

TOM MARQUAND

Today he Saddles Gold Star Hero

Today Tom rides Lexington Blitz

JOCKEY Joanna Mason William Buick

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SECOND RACE 2.05

THE LADBROKES BEST ODDS GUARANTEED ON RACING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

5f 15y

for three yrs old Total prize fund £30000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £12189, 2nd £6096, 3rd £3048, 4th £1524, 5th £762, 6th £381. (Penalty Value £15462) Weights lowered 1lbs. 14 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a five furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds only which have been rated from 69 to 88. 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.

Br Breeding

race two

colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

no

horse

st-lb

Draw

1

LEXINGTON BLITZ (IRE) (229) 4110- D

9-8

(12)

Br B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Broken Time (IRE) O Middleham Park Racing LIV B Troy & Joey Cullen & Irish National Stud

Tom Marquand J Robert Cowell, Newmarket T Robert Cowell Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner over 5f from the front last summer before struggling in Ayr Listed race final start. Widest stall to overcome now handicapping on return.

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2

GOLD STAR HERO (IRE) (229) 410-

9-8

(9)

Br Ch c Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Hightime Heroine (IRE) Hector Crouch J O Middleham Park Racing LXXXIV Michael Bell, Newmarket T B T. Stack Tattersalls S TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in 6f Chelmsford novice in August before a respectable run in 5f Ayr Listed race, fading having taken a keen hold in front. Could have more to offer this year.

TFRHHHII BHA88 (-1)

3

MISSION COMMAND (IRE) (255) 03101- D

9-7

(7)

Br B g Acclamation - Point Reyes (IRE) Callum Shepherd J O Victorious Racing George Scott, Newmarket T B Castletown Bloodstock Ltd Oliver St Lawrence Bloodstock Limited, George Scott Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW Expensive breeze-up buy who progressed with each start at 2 yrs, winning 5f Ripon maiden and Beverley nursery.

Slightly concerning to see a tongue tie reached for on his return but he could have more to offer still.

TFRHHHII BHA87

4

CONVO (IRE) (198) 320560-

9-7

Br B f Kodiac - Quick Chat (USA) O Daniel MacAuliffe & Anoj Don B Coseda Ltd

(3)

David Probert J Lemos De Souza, Newmarket T Class1Personnel S

TIMEFORM VIEW Debut winner in France early last year but didn’t progress and looks on a stiff mark for first go in a handicap on return. First-time blinkers.

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5

KINETIC FORCE (GB) (17) 342-061 D

Br B g Land Force (IRE) - Kinematic O Mr W. P. Flynn B Queen Elizabeth II

9-7

(8)

Silvestre De Sousa J Des Donovan, Exning T

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved on the back of a 9-week break as he bossed things under this rider in class 5 5f Bath handicap recently, the return to turf and first-time tongue strap both likely catalysts. Nudged up 2lb and respected for all this is tougher.

TFRHHHII BHA87

6

FUJI MOUNTAIN (IRE) (15) 10013-6 CD

Br Gr g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Angelic Light (IRE) O Steve & Bea Ryan Limited B Yeomanstown Stud

9-6

(10)

Zak Wheatley (3) J Declan Carroll, Malton T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped as if better for the run after 6 months off at Thirsk recently and both his wins last year came over C&D (also ran well in hot York nursery) under this rider. Player if not inconvenienced by draw in 10. TFRHHHII BHA86

7

CARRADOS (IRE) (11) 322-11 D

9-6

(11)

Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Munaasaba (IRE) Non Runner J ER Watson, Upper Lambourn T NArchie O Wathnan Racing N U B T. Kenny & P. Byrne Damsa Holding Company W.L.L S N-R TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER.

NO

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36

S Sponsor Jockey

8

REDORANGE (GB) (12) 5321-3

9-6

Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Ring For Baileys O AlMohamediya Racing B Petches Farm Ltd

(2)

Rossa Ryan J Clive Cox, Hungerford T

TIMEFORM VIEW Steadily progressive at 2 yrs, equipped with a tongue strap when readily off the mark from the front on nursery debut at Yarmouth (6f) in September.

Promising return at Sandown (5f) having been gelded, again showing plenty of dash. That is usually a good race and he’s a likely type from stall 2. TFRHHHHH BHA86

9

AL HUSSAR (GB) (191) 100151- D

9-5

Br B g Bated Breath - Queen’s Charter O The Gathering and partner B Biddestone Stud Ltd

(4)

Sam James J Grant Tuer, Northallerton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Had a good juvenile campaign, notching up a third win in 5f Southwell handicap in October, showing plenty of speed back on tapeta and just holding on having wandered a bit under pressure. Could go well on return if getting prominent early.

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10 BLINKY (IRE) (49) 63-0211 D

9-4

(1)

Br Ch g Mehmas (IRE) - Goodnight And Joy (IRE)

Cam Hardie J Antony Brittain, Warthill T Asset Finance Solutions (UK) Ltd. S

O Ryedale Racing B Paul McCartan

TIMEFORM VIEW Has had plenty of racing but unbeaten in 2 starts for this yard, taking 5f Southwell handicap 7 weeks ago, travelling smoothly behind the leader and showing no signs of the quirks he had previously when asked to put the race to bed. This is tougher but he has to be respected from stall 1.

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11 SERAPHIM ANGEL (GB) (32) 60010-5 CD Br Br f Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Silvery Blue O Mr Russell Jones & Partners B Mrs Mary Taylor and James F. Taylor

9-4

(5)

Richard Kingscote J Tom Dascombe, Lambourn T Ideal Recruit S

12 RUBY’S PROFIT (IRE) (32) 60443-1 D

9-4

(6)

Br B f Profitable (IRE) - Breedj (IRE) Kieran Shoemark J O Sas Logistics Contracts Ltd Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T B Mylestown Farms Ltd Tattersalls S TIMEFORM VIEW Successful debut at Kempton a year ago and having shaped well in a Newmarket sales race final start in 2024 she routed her rivals from the front on her return in a 5f Wolverhampton handicap. Shot up 11lb but can feature again.

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DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2024: KNICKS (IRE) 3 8 8 Joanna Mason 11-1 (Michael & David Easterby) 8 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 8, 12.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10, 11.

Probable S.P.’s: 9-2 Redorange (GB), 5-1 Kinetic Force (GB), 11-2 Ruby’s Profit (IRE), 13-2 Blinky (IRE), 9-1 Mission Command (IRE), 12-1 Fuji Mountain (IRE), 14-1 Al Hussar (GB), 20-1 Gold Star Hero (IRE), 25-1 Seraphim Angel (GB), 33-1 Lexington Blitz (IRE), 50-1 Convo (IRE) REDORANGE made a pleasing return at Sandown over 5f, again showing plenty of dash.

Likely to have come on for that he makes a fair bit of appeal from stall 2. Ruby’s Profit and Kinetic Force won last time and are dangerous. Fuji Mountain is 2-2 over C&D and is one to PLAY SMARTER note at likely bigger odds in a sprint handicap that will be fast and furious.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.REDORANGE 2.RUBY’S PROFIT (IRE) 3.KINETIC FORCE

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37

race two

TIMEFORM VIEW Took the Lily Agnes and a 5f Windsor event last year. Should have come on for her Wolverhampton return but probably not all that well handicapped in refitted cheekpieces.

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Race preview from Weatherbys Aidan O’Brien has won the Weatherbys ePassport Cheshire Oaks eight times since 2008 and this afternoon relies solely on the Frankel filly, Minnie Hauk.

Runner-up at Cork on 1st October, she shed her maiden tag just 18 days later, on soft ground over a mile at Leopardstown, and she ought to relish the longer trip. Given the trainer’s record in the Listed race, she has to be given utmost respect.

Andrew Balding has started the season well and runs Secret Of Love, The last filly to win this race and follow up at Epsom was none other than Enable, who went on to win two Prix de l’Arc de Triomphes and a Breeders’ Cup Turf during an illustrious career. Trained by John Gosden, the daughter of Nathaniel was one of three winners for the trainer between 2010 and 2019 and the yard is this year represented by Queen Of Thieves.

Another Frankel filly, she is a full-sister to the same connections’ Cracksman and beat three rivals by upwards of 11 lengths at Yarmouth last month, when relishing the longer trip. Gosden, of course, now trains alongside son Thady and their runner has a fitness edge over her likely main dangers, having run twice already at three.

WEATHERBYS RACE PREVIEW

Andrew Balding has started the season well and runs Secret Of Love, last seen finishing runner-up in the Listed Montrose Stakes at Newmarket. By Sea The Moon, she is a full-sister to a 1m6f winner so is another who should improve for stepping up to middle-distances.

Ralph Beckett is a trainer who excels with fillies and mares and landed this prize 12 months ago with Forest Fairy. He had four once-raced fillies engaged at entry stage and has opted to run impressive Newbury winner That’s Amore. She won on heavy ground over a mile on her sole start at two and shapes like she will stay, although her full-brother Persica was best up to 10 furlongs. She is, however, bred to cope with the quicker conditions.

Caspi Star, Kate O’Riley and Modern Utopia complete the line-up but with official BHA Ratings of 80 (twice) and 88 respectively, you would like to think that at least one of the lesser-exposed fillies could improve past them. In their favour, all three have the benefit of having had a recent run and the first-named pairing arrive here on the back of having won this spring. Caspi Star looked good when winning at Musselburgh but all three will need to take a big step forward in this company.

Interestingly, of the seven runners, only Kate O’Riley, Minnie Hauk and That’s Amore hold an entry in the Oaks at Epsom next month.

C H ES H IRE O AK S Forest Fairy (L)

WEDNESDAY May 17, 2017 was the day Apple became the fi rst company to see its value exceed $800billion.At the same time, another global phenomenon was setting foot on the road to fame and fortune, more than 5,000 miles away from Apple’s California HQ, here at Chester.

Not that anyone in attendance knew quite what a behemoth of the turf they were seeing when Enable stormed to victory under Frankie Dettori in the familiar green, pink and white silks of her pioneering owner-breeder Prince Khalid Abdullah.

Heck, after being beaten into third place on her seasonal return at Newbury three weeks earlier, Enable wasn’t even sent off favourite to win the 2017 Cheshire Oaks! That honour went to the Ballydoyle raider Alluringly, who emerged as Enable’s shadow from the final bend. Although she got to within one-and-three-quarter lengths of an eased-down Enable at

H IS TOR Y

the finish line, it would be as close as Alluringly ever got to Enable in three further jousts. Not that there was any shame in coming off second-best to the most talented filly of her generation. That victory here – in what was the only occasion Enable graced the Roodee – was the springboard to a stunning winning spree, which saw her rack up big-race victory after big-race victory during an unbeaten run of a dozen races over 27 months.

They included a five-length rout of Rhododendron in the Epsom Oaks on her next start, three King Georges, two Arcs, two Yorkshire Oaks, the Irish Oaks, the Coral-Eclipse and a Breeders’ Cup Turf at Churchill Downs in Kentucky.

When she was eventually retired in the autumn of 2020, following her second unsuccessful attempt to win what would have been a recordsetting third Arc, she did so having won 15 of her 19 races, 11 of them Group 1s, and amassing almost £11million in prize money.

If Enable remains the star pupil to

For the Grace & For the Glory

graduate from the Cheshire Oaks, a raft of others have endorsed this Listed race’s status as a leading trial for Classic-class fillies since its inauguration in 1950.

Shoot A Line used her victory in 1980, for Willie Carson and Major Dick Hern, as a stepping stone to a sensational summer of success, which also included wins in the 1980 Ribblesdale Stakes at Royal Ascot, the Irish Oaks, Yorkshire Oaks and Park Hill Stakes.

The Ribblesdale and Irish Oaks were also races which another Prince Khalid filly, Bolas,went on to win in 1994 following her victory here. The 2007 victor Light Shift also added Classic success to her CV by landing the Epsom Oaks on her very next start.

Light Shift was one of three Cheshire Oaks winners for the late, great Sir Henry Cecil, who was widely regarded among his peers for being the finest trainer of fillies. Yet even Cecil couldn’t get close to the seven victories achieved by Barry Hills, who, despite handing over the reins to his son Charlie in 2011, was the winning-most trainer in the history of the Cheshire Oaks.

His record has now been bested however. As Savethelastdance’s victory last year allowed Aidan O’Brien to record his eighth victory of this prestigious contest.

Previous Winners 2014

ORCHESTRA

Ryan Moore / Aidan O’Brien

2:42.05

2015

HANS HOLBEIN

Ryan Moore / Aidan O’Brien

2:45.50

2016

US ARMY RANGER

Ryan Moore / Aidan O’Brien

2:41.07

2017

VENICE BEACH

Ryan Moore / Aidan O’Brien

2:35.84

2018

YOUNG RASCAL

Ryan Moore / Aidan O’Brien

2:35.84

2019

SIR DRAGONET

Donnacha O’Brien / Aidan O’Brien

2:42.91

2021

YOUTH SPIRIT

FACT FILE Conditions: 3-y-o fillies only Race distance: 1m 3f about 75 yards Prize money: £120,000 total prize fund

Tom Marquand / Andrew Balding

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND The Cheshire Oaks has formed part of the May Festival for many years and alongside the two Derby trials, has played a role in providing a similar Oaks-trial opportunity for 3-y-o fillies. Originally run at the same distance as the Chester Vase (the full 1m 4f 63yds), the race distance was reduced by half a furlong in 1987.

Ryan Moore / Aidan O’Brien

2:45.83

2022

CHANGINGOFTHEGUARD 2:43.36

2023 ARREST

Frankie Dettori / John & Thady Gosden

2:52.31

2024

FOREST FAIRY

Rossa Ryan / Ralph Beckett

3:05.13

FACTS &

STATS THE WEATHERBYS ePASSPORT CHESHIRE OAKS

LISTED RACE

2024

WINNER

RUN OVER

FOREST FAIRY

1M 3F

Aidan O’Brien was unable to make it three wins in a row as Forest Fairy secured the honours in last year’s Cheshire Oaks for trainer Ralph Beckett and jockey Rossa Ryan. It was a tense finish, with Forest Fairy winning by just a head to O’Brien’s Port Fairy.

Forest Fairy dwelt at the start but was nudged along when two furlongs out.

Ryan was waiting for room to mount a serious challenge. That soon opened up and the pair gained the lead inside the final strides.

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£120,000

£68,052 TO THE WINNER

KEY TRENDS 6 of the last 9 winners were bred in Ireland

Aidan O’Brien has won five of the last 9 renewals

There has been six winning favourites of this contest in the last nine renewals

ROLL OF HONOUR 2015-2024 YEAR 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015

WINNER Forest Fairy Savethelastdance (IRE) Thoughts Of June (IRE) Dubai Mountain (IRE) MEETING ABANDONED Mehdaayih Magic Wand (IRE) Enable Somehow (IRE) Diamondsandrubies (IRE)

AGE 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

WEIGHT SP 9-2 11/4 9-2 8/11F 9-2 7/1 9-0 13/8F 9-0 9-0 9-0 9-0 9-0

3/1F 3/1F 2/1 8/15F 5/4F

TRAINER Ralph Beckett Aidan O’Brien Aidan O’Brien Mark Johnston

RUNNERS 6 8 9 7

JOCKEY Rossa Ryan Ryan Moore Ryan Moore Franny Norton

John Gosden Aidan O’Brien John Gosden Aidan O’Brien Aidan O’Brien

11 10 7 8 9

Robert Havlin Ryan Moore Frankie Dettori Ryan Moore Ryan Moore

THIRD RACE 2.35

THE WEATHERBYS ePassport CHESHIRE OAKS (CLASS 1) (Listed Race)

1m 3f 75y

for three yrs old fillies Total prize fund £120000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £53472, 2nd £21948, 3rd £10980, 4th £5484, 5th £2748, 6th £1368.

(Penalty Value £68052) RACE DESCRIPTION This one mile and three furlongs contest for three-year-old fillies only 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.

Br Breeding colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

no

horse

st-lb

Draw

1

CASPI STAR (GB) (18) 60-21

9-2

(5)

Br B f Camelot - Encapsulation (IRE) O Mr Nurlan Bizakov B Highview Bloodstock Ltd

Silvestre De Sousa J Charlie Johnston, Middleham T Sumbe Sas S

race three

TIMEFORM VIEW Camelot filly was much improved when getting off the mark at the fourth attempt in 5-runner maiden at Musselburgh (12.5f, good) 18 days ago. This is much tougher but she’s capable of further progress. TFRHHHII BHA80

2

KATE O’RILEY (GB) (44) 521-1

9-2

(3)

Br B f Sea The Moon (GER) - Miss Brown To You (IRE) Saffie Osborne J O The Gredley Family Michael Bell, Newmarket T B Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd Unex Group S TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive daughter of Sea The Moon who comes here on a hat-trick after bagging an 8.5f Wolverhampton maiden in November and 4-runner handicap there (12.2f) in March. Open to more improvement but this is no easy ask.

TFRHHHII BHA80

3

MINNIE HAUK (IRE) (200) 21-

9-2

Br B f Frankel - Multilingual O Mr D. Smith, Mrs J. Magnier, Mr M. Tabor B B. V. Sangster

Ryan Moore J Aidan O’Brien, Ireland T

(6)

TIMEFORMVIEWEUR1,850,000 Frankel filly built on debut promise when comfortably landing the odds in 1m maiden at Leopardstown (soft) in October.

Looks capable of considerably better for yard with fine record in this, especially now stepped up in trip. Most interesting.

TFRHHHHH BHA-

4

MODERN UTOPIA (IRE) (38) 35611-3

9-2

Br Ch f Sottsass (FR) - Isobel Baillie O Anthony Rogers & Flaxman Stables Ire B Airlie Stud & Flaxman Stables Ire. Ltd

(7)

Callum Shepherd J George Scott, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved to easily win nurseries in the mud over 1m at Nottingham and 9f at Newmarket last autumn and she resumed with a good third of 6 in 1m2f Doncaster handicap in March. This demands more, however.

TFRHHHII BHA88

5

QUEEN OF THIEVES (GB) (15) 5-31 D

Br Ch f Frankel - Rhadegunda O Mr A. E. Oppenheimer B Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd

9-2

(4)

Kieran Shoemark J John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW A sister to the top-class 1m4f winner Cracksman and she has improved with each of her three starts, easily landing 4-runner maiden at Yarmouth (11.5f, good to firm) 15 days ago. Appeals as capable of a fair bit better so she shouldn’t be underestimated for top yard. TFRHHHHI BHA-

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SECRET OF LOVE (GB) (186) 612-

Br B f Sea The Moon (GER) - So In Love O Miss K. Rausing B Miss K. Rausing

9-2

(1)

David Probert J Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

TIMEFORM VIEW Sea The Moon filly built on her Southwell maiden victory in September with a fine second of 8 to Smoken in Listed race at Newmarket (8f, heavy) in November. Has more to offer now her stamina is unlocked more and a likely player. TFRHHHHI BHA93

7

THAT’S AMORE (IRE) (193) 1-

9-2

Br Ch f New Bay - Rubira (AUS) O Lady Bamford B The Applecross Syndicate

(2)

Rossa Ryan J Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

TIMEFORM VIEW New Bay filly scored in taking fashion on her debut in 6-runner novice at Newbury (8f, heavy) in October.

Looks a good middle-distance prospect for last year’s winning yard. Not taken lightly.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

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2024: FOREST FAIRY (IRE) 3 9 2 Rossa Ryan 11-4 (Ralph Beckett) 6 ran

Probable S.P.’s: 9-4 That’s Amore (IRE), 3-1 Minnie Hauk (IRE), 7-2 Secret of Love (GB), 7-1 Queen of Thieves (GB), 18-1 Caspi Star (GB), 22-1 Kate O’Riley (GB), Modern Utopia (IRE) A fascinating Cheshire Oaks featuring some very well-bred fillies and Aidan O’Brien’s daughter of Frankel MINNIE HAUK looks set to take a considerable step forward now she tackles a much longer trip and give her yard a sixth success in the past ten runnings. Ralph PLAY SMARTER Beckett’s debut Newbury scorer That’s Amore also rates an excellent prospect and could emerge as the chief threat, although Secret of Love and Queen of Thieves merit serious consideration too.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MINNIE HAUK (IRE) 2.THAT’S AMORE (IRE) 3.SECRET OF LOVE

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C H EST E R VASE H IS TO R Y

ONE legendary horse and one legendary trainer will forever be synonymous with the Boodles Chester Vase. Yet they share no connection, other than one was just about old enough to watch and appreciate the other’s extraordinary talents, and the dramatic twist in the tale which followed.

1981 Derby at Epsom. Ridden by 19-year-old Walter Swinburn, who had replaced Lester Piggott as the horse’s regular jockey earlier that season, Shergar breezed his way into the record books with a 10-length triumph that remains the largestwinning margin by a Derby winner to this day. To put some context on Shergar’s performance, the horse he beat into a distant second, Glint Of Gold, went on to win a string of top races in four different countries, including six Group 1s!

Aidan O’Brien hadn’t even enrolled for secondary school in his native Co Wexford when Shergar and romped away with the Chester Vase in 1981. He had already won one Derby trial, the Guardian Newspaper Classic Trial at Sandown less than a fortnight earlier, by 10 lengths when he arrived on the Roodee just a week-and-a-half later as a red-hot 4-11 favourite for the Vase.

Shergar subsequently won both the Irish Derby, with Piggott deputising for a suspended Swinburn, and the King George. But after a hugely disappointing display in the St Leger at Doncaster, where finished only fourth, he was ruled out of taking on Europe’s finest in the Prix de l’Arc De Triomphe at Longchamp in Paris, and instead retired to stand as a stallion at his owner-breeder HH Aga Khan’s private stud near the Curragh in Co Kildare.

After another wide-margin win, this time by 12 lengths, Shergar was being proclaimed as the reincarnation of Pegasus, and was duly sent off as the odds-on favourite for the

Only then was the Shergar story beginning. Following a modest first

For the Grace & For the Glory

season as a sire, Shergar was stolen from Ballymany Stud by an armed gang on the night of February 8, 1983, in what transpired into one of the most high-profile unsolved mysteries of the 20th Century.

The thieves demanded a ransom of £2million, which was not paid. It was believed Shergar, who was valued at £10m, was taken by a reportedly cash-strapped IRA desperately seeking new funds. But no arrests were ever made and Shergar’s remains have never been found. O’Brien would have been only 13 at the time of Shergar’s disappearance. Yet almost a quarter of a century later, the master of Ballydoyle began laying the foundations for a remarkable era of domination of this prestigious Group 3 prize.

His first strike with Soldier Of Fortune in 2007 coincided with the Vase’s 100th anniversary.

A record nine further victories have followed, most notably in 2011 with Treasure Beach, who emulated Soldier Of Fortune by winning the Irish Derby, and in 2013 with Ruler Of The World, who conquered Epsom’s Derby the following month. His most recent success being with Changingoftheguard in 2022.

Previous Winners 2014

ORCHESTRA

Ryan Moore / Aidan O’Brien

2:42.05

2015

HANS HOLBEIN

Ryan Moore / Aidan O’Brien

2:45.50

2016

US ARMY RANGER

Ryan Moore / Aidan O’Brien

2:41.07

2017

VENICE BEACH

Ryan Moore / Aidan O’Brien

2:35.84

2018

YOUNG RASCAL

Ryan Moore / Aidan O’Brien

2:35.84

2019

SIR DRAGONET

Donnacha O’Brien / Aidan O’Brien

2:42.91

FACT FILE Conditions: 3-y-o colts and geldings only Race distance: 1m 4f about 63yds Prize money: £140,000 total prize fund

2021

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND The Chester Vase, which dates back to 1907, is one of the trial races for both the Epsom Derby and St Leger at Doncaster. Hyperion achieved the treble following victory here by going onto success in both Classics, while numerous horses have won one of the two Classic contests on the back of winning this race.

CHANGINGOFTHEGUARD

YOUTH SPIRIT

Tom Marquand / Andrew Balding

2:45.83

2022

Ryan Moore / Aidan O’Brien

2:43.36

2023 ARREST

Frankie Dettori / John & Thady Gosden

2:52.31

2024

HIDDEN LAW

William Buick / Charlie Appleby

2:38.39

FACTS &

STATS THE BOODLES CHESTER VASE STAKES

LISTED RACE

2024

WINNER

RUN OVER

HIDDEN LAW

1M 4F

Hidden Law produced a fine performance to secure the honours in last year’s Chester Vase Stakes.

The Charlie appleby-trained colt was ridden to lead inside the final furlong and won going away in what was an emphatic success. The Aidan O’Brien duo of Agenda and Grosvenor Square finished second and third respectively but niehter were able to launch a serious challenge to the winner.

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£140,000

£79,394 TO THE WINNER

KEY TRENDS 3 of the last 9 had a rating of 95 or higher

8 of the last 9 winners had at least one run that season

Ryan Moore has won four of the last nine contests

ROLL OF HONOUR 2015-2024 YEAR 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015

WINNER Hidden Law (IRE) Arrest (IRE) Changingoftheguard (IRE) Youth Spirit (IRE) MEETING ABANDONED Sir Dragonet (IRE) Young Rascal (FR) Venice Beach (IRE) US Army Ranger (IRE) Hans Holbein (IRE)

AGE 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

WEIGHT SP 9-2 9/4 9-2 10/11F 9-2 100/30 9-0 15/2 9-0 9-0 9-0 9-0 9-0

13/2 100/30 5/2F 4/11F 7/4F

TRAINER RUNNERS Charlie Appleby 6 John & Thady Gosden 5 Aidan O’Brien 4 Andrew Balding 6

JOCKEY William Buick Frankie Dettori Ryan Moore Tom Marquand

Aidan O’Brien William Haggas Aidan O’Brien Aidan O’Brien Aidan O’Brien

Donnacha O’Brien James Doyle Ryan Moore Ryan Moore Ryan Moore

7 10 8 6 6

FOURTH RACE 3.05

THE BOODLES CHESTER VASE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3)

1m 4f 63y

for three yrs old colts and geldings Total prize fund £140000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £62384, 2nd £25606, 3rd £12810, 4th £6398, 5th £3206, 6th £1596.

(Penalty Value £79394) RACE DESCRIPTION This one mile and four furlongs race for three-year-old colts and geldings only is a Group 3 contest – a race which can only bettered by a Group 1 or 2. Many of the runners will have already posted form well above average and some may use this as a stepping-stone to even greater things. Initially, the weights are allocated on the basis of age and sex before penalties are awarded to horses which have won above a certain level prior to lining up here.

Br Breeding colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

no

horse

st-lb

Draw

1

CONVERGENT (IRE) (30) 1-1

9-2

(3)

Br B c Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Monty’s Miracle (IRE) O Newtown Anner Stud Farm B Newtown Anner Stud Farm Ltd

Sam James J K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

TIMEFORM VIEW Son of Fascinating Rock has looked a good prospect in going 2-2 in novices at Redcar, easily landing the odds in 1m2f event on his seasonal return. One to consider on his first go over 1m4f.

TFRHHHII BHA94

2

FAIRE LA NOUBA (IRE) (230) 000000-

Br B c River Boyne (IRE) - Dream Maker (IRE) O Mrs Janeanne O’Neill/Aisling O’Neill B D. G. Iceton

9-2

(6)

Dougie Costello J John F. O’Neill, Ireland T

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TIMEFORM VIEW Modest Irish maiden who came in a below-par seventh of 14 in 1m nursery at Naas in September. Faces a very stiff task here.

TFRHIIII BHA49

3

FURTHUR (IRE) (25) 02-1

9-2

Br Br or Gr c Waldgeist - Danamight (IRE) O The Merry Pranksters & Partner B Max Morris

(8)

Jason Watson J Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T Tattersalls S

TIMEFORM VIEW Plenty about this Waldgeist colt physically and he has improved a chunk with each of his three runs, readily getting off the mark in 11f Newbury maiden 25 days ago. Longer trip will suit and he can make his presence felt.

TFRHHHHI BHA87

4

LAMBOURN (IRE) (38) 115-2

9-2

Br B c Australia - Gossamer Wings (USA) O Mrs John Magnier,Mr M.Tabor & Mr D.Smith B Coolmore

Ryan Moore J Aidan O’Brien, Ireland T

(7)

TIMEFORM VIEW Son of Australia landed Killarney novice and Listed event in Craon last summer (both at 1m) before resuming his progress with an excellent second of 7 to stablemate Delacroix in Ballysax Stakes at Leopardstown (10f, good) last month. A big player with this longer trip also a plus. TFRHHHHH BHA103

5

LAZY GRIFF (GER) (228) 20131-

Br B c Protectionist (GER) - Linarda (DEN) O Middleham Park Racing & Mr G Griffiths B Gestut Westerberg

9-2

(4)

Joe Fanning J Charlie Johnston, Middleham T Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Protectionist colt made up into a useful juvenile, bagging his second success when making all in Prix de Conde at Chantilly (9f, good) in September. Holds solid form claims on his seasonal return.

TFRHHHII BHA101

6

PINHOLE (GB) (144) 51-

9-2

Br B c Frankel - Nimble Thimble (USA) O Juddmonte B Juddmonte Farms Ltd

(1)

Rossa Ryan J Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T Juddmonte Farms Inc S

TIMEFORM VIEW Frankel colt built on debut promise (for Sir Michael Stoute) when easily taking 1m novice at Southwell in December. Open to lots more progress now upped in trip. Interesting prospect.

TFRHHHII BHA-

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SQUARE D’ALBONI (FR) (193) 0111-

Br B g Zarak (FR) - Polonia Lady (FR) O The Obank Partnership B S.A.S. Ecurie X

9-2

(5)

Hector Crouch J Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T R M Beckett Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Zarak gelding proved highly progressive at 2yrs, completing his hat-trick in fine style when making all in 9f Listed race at Chantilly (heavy) in October. The form pick.

TFRHHHHI BHA108

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THRICE (IRE) (200) 314-

9-2

Br B c Wootton Bassett - Mississippilanding (IRE) O Mrs John Magnier,Mr M.Tabor & Mr D.Smith B Coolmore

(2)

William Buick J Aidan O’Brien, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEWWootton Bassett colt got off the mark in 7f Listowel maiden in September and advanced his form when 3 3/4 lengths fourth of 6 in Eyrefield Stakes at Leopardstown (9f, soft) following month. This demands more but he shouldn’t be underestimated for top yard.

TFRHHHII BHA102

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Blinkers worn by No. 8.

2024: HIDDEN LAW (IRE) 3 9 2 William Buick 9-4 (Charlie Appleby) 6 ran

Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 Lambourn (IRE), 7-2 Square d’Alboni (FR), 11-2 Pinhole (GB), 7-1 Convergent (IRE), 9-1 Furthur (IRE), 10-1 Thrice (IRE), 12-1 Lazy Griff (GER), 250-1 Faire La Nouba (IRE) Aidan O’Brien’s LAMBOURN resumed with a fine running-on second to stablemate Delacroix in Leopardstown’s Ballysax Stakes and can continue his yard’s fine record in this Group 3 now his stamina is unlocked more. Square d’Alboni ended last term with an PLAY SMARTER emphatic victory in a Chantilly Listed event and rates a big threat though, while Furthur, Lazy Griff and Pinhole all look open to further progress and can have a say too in an intriguing Chester Vase.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LAMBOURN (IRE) 2.SQUARE D’ALBONI (FR) 3.FURTHUR (IRE)

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FACTS &

STATS THE LOVE FEDERAL CAPITAL HANDICAP STAKES

CLASS 3

2024

WINNER

RUN OVER

GARFIELD SHADOW

6F

Garfield Shadow was the surprise winner of the 2024 renewal of this contest. The Richard Fahey-trained son of James Garfield found just enough to fend off the danger from the Andrew Balding-trained Al Shabab Storm by a neck. Garfield Shadow dwelt at the start but soon recovered to produce a fine performance and take the honours in the opening race on day one of the May Festival.

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£30,000

£15,462 TO THE WINNER

KEY TRENDS 6 of the last 9 winners were bred in Ireland

The Fahey yard has won 2 of the last 6 runnings of this race

7 of the last 9 winners of this race did not run as the favourite

ROLL OF HONOUR 2015-2024 YEAR 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015

WINNER Garfield Shadow (IRE) Radio Goo Goo Ever Given (IRE) Paws For Thought (IRE) MEETING ABANDONED Lihou Gabrial The Saint (IRE) Zamjar Justice Angel (IRE) Navigate (IRE)

AGE 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

WEIGHT SP 9-4 20/1 8-7 11/1 9-11 11/8F 9-0 5/1 8-5 8-10 8-12 8-12 9-2

8/1 13/2 11/4F 11/2 8/1

TRAINER Richard Fahey David Evans Hugo Palmer Tom Dascombe

RUNNERS 14 11 9 10

JOCKEY David Nolan Ben Curtis Daniel Tudhope Richard Kingscote

David Evans Richard Fahey Ed Dunlop David Elsworth Martyn Meade

13 12 10 11 12

J F Egan Paul Hanagan Andrea Atzeni Silvestre De Sousa Fergus Sweeney

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FIFTH RACE 3.40

THE LOVE FEDERAL CAPITAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

6f 17y

for three yrs old Total prize fund £30000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £12189, 2nd £6096, 3rd £3048, 4th £1524, 5th £762, 6th £381.

(Penalty Value £15462) 9 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a six furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds only which have been rated from 71 to 90. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have run at least three times in a Flat race in Britain, or have run in no more than two Flat races run in Britain and won at least one of them. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap. In simple terms a horse rated 85 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 80.

Br Breeding colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

no

horse

st-lb

Draw

1

END OF STORY (IRE) (12) 05201-6

9-9

(12)

Br B g Bungle Inthejungle - Sommore (IRE) O Melissa Cooke and Danny Kearns B John Joseph Fielding

Ray Dawson J Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster T TMC Distribution Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Pick of form as a juvenile came with give underfoot, signing off with success in 10-runner nursery at York (5f, soft) in October. Changed hands for 40,000 gns, shaped as if needing the run after 7 months off when sixth of 9 in handicap at Sandown (5f) 12 days ago. However, drawn wider than ideal.

TFRHHHII BHA90

2

FORCE AND VALOUR (IRE) (82) 321-663 D

Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Get Up And Dance O Victorious Racing B Tally-Ho Stud

9-8

(8)

Callum Shepherd J George Scott, Newmarket T George Scott Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Put his experience to good use when registering a second career success in 9-runner novice at Newcastle (5f) in November. Better with each start in Meydan since the turn of the year, third in 16-runner handicap (7f) in February and he’s not discounted on return to these shores. TFRHHHII BHA89

3

CABELLEROSO (GB) (63) 251-5

Br B c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Guerriere (IRE) O Mr V. I. Araci B V. I. Araci

9-8

(3)

Tom Marquand J Hugo Palmer, Malpas T Vefa Stud S

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TIMEFORM VIEW Back on the up after 6 months off equipped with a first-time hood when successful from the front in 9-runner novice at Chelmsford (7f) in December. Had something to find and failed to improve when fifth of 7 in Listed company at Lingfield (7f) 63 days ago and this more suitable now handicapping.

TFRHHHII BHA89

4

BOB MALI (IRE) (21) 1110-2 CD

Br B g Sands of Mali (FR) - Passadouro (IRE) O One More Moment of Madness B P. O’Donnell

9-8

(2)

William Buick J Charles Hills, Lambourn T Wishanger Estates Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on 3 of his 4 starts as a juvenile for Ollie Sangster and, gelded/off 6 months, showed improved form starting out for new yard when very good second of 10 in handicap at Newmarket (6f, good) 21 days ago. Booking of Buick a plus and claims from a handy draw.

TFRHHHHI BHA89

5

HAMMER THE HAMMER (IRE) (10) 42-211 D

Br B c Coulsty (IRE) - Ranallagh Rocket (IRE) O Mr B. T. McDonald B N. Hartery

9-7 (in 6lb ex)(10)

Tom Eaves J Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T K. A. Ryan Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced sort who continues to go the right way, gaining a second wide-margin victory on AW when landing 13-runner handicap at Southwell (6f) 10 days ago. Does need to prove himself as effective on turf but he could well be worth siding with to confirm as much turned out under a penalty.TFRHHHHH BHA82 (+13)

6

DILIGENTLY (GB) (258) 404301- D

Br B c Harry Angel (IRE) - Anna of Lorraine O Mr J Goddard B Cheveley Park Stud Limited

9-5

(1)

Saffie Osborne J Clive Cox, Hungerford T Clive Cox Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Left his previous form behind when getting off the mark at the sixth time of asking in valuable sales race at the York Ebor meeting (6f) last August. Has the plum draw to operate from on seasonal bow/returned to handicaps and he’s one to factor into calculations.

TFRHHHII BHA86

7

CYCLONITE (USA) (19) 101-333 D

9-5

(6)

Br Ch g Bucchero (USA) - Compact Powder (CAN) Hollie Doyle J O Ironhorse Racing Stable & Harlow Stables James Ferguson, Newmarket T B Superbad Stables Llc James Ferguson Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW Twice successful in 6f, AW handicaps as a 2-y-o and holding form well since the turn of the year, best effort yet after 10-weeks off when third of 14 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) 19 days ago. Needs to prove himself as effective back on turf but he’s certainly not out of things.

TFRHHHII BHA86

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8

BELGRAVE (GB) (21) 6221-0 D

9-5

Br Gr c Havana Grey - On Route O Glorious Racing B Whitsbury Manor Stud

(4)

Rossa Ryan J Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T R M Beckett Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed through last term, ending campaign with victory in 4-runner novice at Leicester (6f, heavy) in October. Feasible to think the run was needed when eighth of 10 in handicap at Newmarket (6f) 21 days ago but he will need to step up plenty on that.

TFRHHHII BHA86

9

MARCHOGION (GB) (19) 22-0130 30 D

Br B c Mehmas (IRE) - Raincall O Opulence Thoroughbreds B Rockcliffe Stud TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER.

R NE UN R N NO

9-4

TFRIIIII BHA85

10 MEGAPHONE (GB) (19) 6-1130 D Br B g Kodiac - Amplifier O Exors of the late Adrian McAlpine B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

(13)

Non Runner J Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T Opulence Thoroughbreds S

9-3

(5)

Billy Loughnane J George Boughey, Newmarket T George Boughey Racing Ltd, Star Sports Bet S

TIMEFORMVIEWImproved starting out for new yard when landing back-to-back maiden/novice events on AW earlier this year. Gelded thereafter but yet to advance his form in pair of handicaps since, last of 14 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) 19 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time but more needed.

TFRHHIII BHA84

11 NAANA’S SPARKLE (GB) (15) 4414-3 D Br B g Twilight Son - Sweet And Dandy (IRE) O John Hall and A Haynes B Mr K. T. O’Neill

9-2

(11)

Kieran O’Neill J Alice Haynes, Newmarket T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account at third attempt in a Chelmsford novice (6f) in October and creditable efforts both starts since, off 5 months before finishing a good third of 10 in handicap at Thirsk (5f, good) 15 days ago. May tighten up for the run but another with a tricky draw to navigate.

TFRHHIII BHA83

12 THE FLYING SEAGULL (IRE) (19) 16-0302 CD Br B g Kodiac - You’resobeautiful (IRE) O Two Plus Three Two Plus Four B Lynch Bages Ltd

8-13

(14)

Richard Kingscote J Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dmaidenwinnerat2yrswhoranhisbestraceyetwhensecondof10inhandicapatLingfield(6f,AW,15/2)19daysago,collareddyingstrides.

Course form is an obvious plus with cheekpieces now added but widest draw of all around here makes things particularly tricky.

TFRHHHII BHA80

13 JR CLIMBS (IRE) (2) 23044-0 D Br B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Hello Brigette (IRE) O Mr B Mould & Partner B Tally-Ho Stud

8-11

(9)

P. J. McDonald J David Evans, Abergavenny T Emma Evans Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful in maiden at Bath (5.7f) on second start last summer. Matched as opposed to build on that in handicaps thereafter, visored for 1st time when fourth of 7 in nursery at Southwell (6f) in December. 8/1, tenth of 12 in handicap at Windsor 2 days ago.

TFRHHIII BHA78

14 CRESSIDA WILDES (GB) (5) 34-3104 Br B f Showcasing - Dancing Warrior O G4 Contracts B Whitsbury Manor Stud

8-10

(7)

Grace McEntee J Phil McEntee, Newmarket T

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2024: GARFIELD SHADOW (IRE) 3 9 4 David Nolan 20-1 (Richard Fahey) 14 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 10, 12. Blinkers worn by No. 7.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 14. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2.

Stewards Note: END OF STORY: Following its run on 25/4/2025 it was reported that the horse jumped left-handed from the stall.

Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 Hammer The Hammer (IRE), 10-3 Bob Mali (IRE), 10-1 Diligently (GB), 11-1 Cyclonite (USA), 12-1 Cabelleroso (GB), 14-1 Belgrave (GB), 20-1 Force And Valour (IRE), 28-1 Naana’s Sparkle (GB), 33-1 End of Story (IRE), The Flying Seagull (IRE), 50-1 Megaphone (GB), Jr Climbs (IRE), Cressida Wildes (GB) HAMMER THE HAMMER continued on his steep upward trajectory when following up his maiden success with a commanding handicap debut victory back at Southwell 10 days ago.

He needs to prove he’s as effective on turf but could well be worth siding with to prove as PLAY SMARTER much turned out under a penalty. Bob Mali appeals as a chief danger from a handy draw under William Buick. Diligently, Cabelleroso and Force And Valour rate next best.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HAMMER THE HAMMER (IRE) 2.BOB MALI (IRE) 3.DILIGENTLY

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TIMEFORM VIEW Deservedly hit the target in 3-runner Chelmsford novice (5f) in January. Looked out of her depth in competitive affair at Lingfield next time but bettered that when respectable fourth of 8 in handicap at Newmarket (6f) 5 days ago. Still, this looks another tough enough ask. TFRHHIII BHA77 (-2)

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FACTS &

STATS THE HEINEKEN MAIDEN STAKES

LISTED RACE

2024

WINNER

RUN OVER

GALLANTLY

Gallantly justified the market support to win by a length-and-a-half for trainer Aidan O’Brien and jockey Ryan Moore.

The son of Frankel went off as 11/8 favourite and he ensured there was a reason for that. He was prominent in the early stages before waiting for room when two furlongs out. He kept on well to make sure the danger from Castle In The Sand wouldn’t mount to anything serious.

1M 2F

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£25,000

£12,884 TO THE WINNER

KEY TRENDS Four winning favourites from the last nine renewals

7 of the last 9 winners of this race were 11/2 or shorter in the betting

ROLL OF HONOUR 2015-2024 YEAR 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015

WINNER Gallantly Amleto (IRE) Secret State (IRE) Alfaadhel (IRE) MEETING ABANDONED Future Investment Chief Ironside Never Surrender (IRE) Mulk Cymro (IRE)

AGE 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

WEIGHT SP 9-7 11/8F 9-7 7/2 9-7 13/8F 9-5 4/1 9-5 9-5 9-5 9-5 9-5

11/2 14/1 2/1F 30/100F 8/1

TRAINER Aidan O’Brien William Haggas Charlie Appleby Roger Varian

RUNNERS 8 8 8 10

JOCKEY Ryan Moore Tom Marquand William Buick Jim Crowley

Ralph Beckett William Jarvis Charles Hills Sir Michael Stoute Tom Dascombe

9 10 9 5 7

Harry Bentley Kieran Shoemark Jamie Spencer Paul Hanagan Richard Kingscote

SIXTH RACE 4.10

THE HEINEKEN MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBB/GBBPLUS RACE)

1m 2f 70y

for maiden three yrs old Total prize fund £25000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £10158, 2nd £5080, 3rd £2540, 4th £1270, 5th £635, 6th £318.

(Penalty Value £12885) RACE DESCRIPTION This one mile and two furlongs contest for three-year-olds only is another maiden stakes - a race for horses that have yet to record a racecourse victory. There are a variety of reasons why the older horses in this race could still be maidens. Stoutly bred horses are unlikely to be seen at their best over the shorter distances of their juvenile season whilst a setback or injury can curtail even the most precociously bred horse’s two-year-old career.

Br Breeding colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

no

horse

st-lb

Draw

1

CRIMINAL (GB) (16) 4

9-7

(4)

Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Alea Iacta O The Golfers & Partner B Miss K. Rausing

William Buick J Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T Agetur (UK) Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW95,000 gns yearling, Sea The Moon gelding. Brother to useful 2-y-o 7f winner Alizarine and half-brother to smart winner up to 11f Aleas. Shaped with plenty of promise until greenness found him out on the home turn at Kempton (10f) on debut 16 days ago. Sure to progress.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

2

DAIQUIRI BAY (GB) (194) 3-

9-7

Br Ch c New Bay - Strawberry Martini O A STENNETT, G KENNINGTON & C HODGSON B The Strawberry Martini Partnership

(5)

Tom Marquand J Alan King, Barbury Castle T Goodwin Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW 100,000 gns foal, 62,000 gns 2-y-o, New Bay colt. Dam, 10.5f-2m winner, closely related to smart 2-y-o 7f/1m winner Tony Curtis. Fared best of the newcomers when third of 12 in 1m heavy-ground novice at Newbury in October and seems sure to do better stepping up in trip.

TFRHHHII BHA-

3

LITTLE SAVER (IRE) (-)

9-7

Br B c Footstepsinthesand - Awesome Kitty (IRE) O The Rum Partnership B Grenane House Stud

(3)

Richard Kingscote J Hugo Palmer, Malpas T Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW£22,000 yearling, Footstepsinthesand colt. Dam German maiden half-sister to useful 1m-2m winner (stayed 2 1/2m) Sam Missile out of winning close relative of very smart 7f winner Horatio Nelson and smart 7f/1m winner Van Gogh out of Irish 1000 Guineas and Oaks winner Imagine. Market for clues.

TFRHHHII BHA-

4

MARNIER (IRE) (26) 3

9-7

Br B c Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Manzanilla O Normandie Stud Ltd B Normandie Stud Ltd

(9)

Robert Havlin J John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T Normandie Stud Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWSaxon Warrior colt. Dam unraced out of smart 1 1/4m-1 1/2m winner Sultanina. Made a highly encouraging TFRHHHHI BHAstart to career when third in 9-runner novice at Newbury (10f, good) 26 days ago. Should improve.

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5

MISTER WINSTON (GB) (25) 0-3

Br B c Churchill (IRE) - Crazee Diamond O Norman Court Stud B Norman Court Stud

9-7

(8)

David Probert J Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T Norman Court Stud, Northmore Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved from debut when third of 5 in novice (18/1) at Nottingham (8.3f, good) 25 days ago, having TFRHHHII BHArun of race. Up in trip. Should progress further.

6

SEA SUITE (IRE) (30) 4

9-7

Br Ch c Sea The Stars (IRE) - Sweet Affection (IRE) O Teme Valley B Golden Farm T’Breds& Sunderland Holdings

(2)

Jason Watson J Charles Hills, Lambourn T Wishanger Estates Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW€90,000 Sea The Stars colt. Dam, 13f winner, half-sister to smart winner up to 1 1/2m Ayrad out of useful 1 1/4m winner Sweet Firebird. Shaped promisingly TFRHHHHH BHAwhen fourth (form proving strong) in 14-runner maiden at Kempton (1m) last month. Bred to stay at least 1 1/4m. Open to improvement.

7

APHRODITES ROCK (GB) (11) 544-0

Br B f Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Lady Red Oak O Mr D. R. Passant B Mr D. R. Passant

9-2

(7)

Pierre-Louis Jamin J Tom Dascombe, Lambourn T Greenhous Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form only when fourth in minor event at Haydock final start at 2 yrs and offered little in first-time cheekpieces on recent return at Wolverhampton. Up against it.

TFRHHIII BHA67

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8

BETTY BASSETT (IRE) (11) 0-0

Br B f Wootton Bassett - Posset O Andy Bell & Fergus Lyons B Sahara Group Holdings & Eurowest B/S

9-2

TIMEFORM VIEW Just modest form to date and looks more one for handicaps after this run.

9

GLAZIA (GB) (9) 0

TFRHHIII BHA-

9-2

Br B f Too Darn Hot - Glance O Mr J. H. Richmond-Watson B Lawn Stud

(1)

David Egan J Ian Williams, Alvechurch T Tote S

(6)

Rossa Ryan J Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

TIMEFORM VIEW Too Darn Hot filly. Dam, winner up to 9.5f (2-y-o 7f winner), half-sister to high-class winner up to 15.5f Scope. In need of the experience when beating only one home on recent debut at Windsor (10f) and should know more this time. TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2024: GALLANTLY 3 9 7 Ryan Moore 11-8 (Aidan O’Brien) 8 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.

Stewards Note: CRIMINAL: Following its run on 21/4/2025 it was reported that the horse shied from something late-on.

Probable S.P.’s: 9-4 Marnier (IRE), 9-2 Sea Suite (IRE), 11-2 Mister Winston (GB), 13-2 Criminal (GB), 7-1 Daiquiri Bay (GB), 16-1 Glazia (GB), 20-1 Little Saver (IRE), 33-1 Aphrodites Rock (GB), 80-1 Betty Bassett (IRE) SEA SUITE shaped well in a race that is proving very strong form at Kempton on his debut last month, so he receives the vote with the step up to 10f sure to suit him based on his pedigree.

Marnier and Criminal are others to note having made promising starts to their PLAY SMARTER careers, too.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SEA SUITE (IRE) 2.MARNIER (IRE) 3.CRIMINAL

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FACTS &

STATS THE HORSERADISH CATERING & EVENTS HANDICAP STAKES

LISTED RACE

2024

WINNER

RUN OVER

DIVINE LIBRA

7F

The final race on Day One of the May Festival last year was won by the Charles Hills-trained Divine Libra who secured the honours by twoand-a-half lengths ahead of He’s A Gentleman.

Having raced wide in the early stages, Divine Libra then made good progress before hanging slightly left over a furlong from the finish.

However, he kept on well and made sure the job was done and in the end, quite convincingly.

TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF

£25,000

£12,885 TO THE WINNER

KEY TRENDS Only one winning favourites from the last nine renewals

6 of the last 9 winners of this race were 7/1 or bigger in the betting

William Buick has won two of the last three contests

ROLL OF HONOUR 2015-2024 YEAR 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015

WINNER Divine Libra Hodler (GER) Ffion Broken Spear MEETING ABANDONED Gossiping The Feathered Nest (IRE) Russian Soul (IRE) Khelman (IRE) Instant Attraction (IRE)

AGE 4 4 5 5 7 4 9 6 4

WEIGHT SP 9-8 4/1 9-6 17/2 9-7 5/2F 9-2 25/1 9-5 9-5 9-4 8-11 9-0

8/1 7/1 14/1 11/2 9/1

TRAINER RUNNERS Charles Hills 12 Jim Boyle 14 David Loughnane 11 Tony Coyle 14

JOCKEY William Buick Ryan Sexton William Buick Kieran Schofield

Gary Moore Richard Fahey Jamie Osborne Richard Fahey Jedd O’Keefe

Shane Kelly Paul Hanagan Dougie Costello Adam McNamara Jack Garritty

14 12 13 10 10

SEVENTH RACE 4.45

THE HORSERADISH CATERING & EVENTS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

7f 1y

for four yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £25000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £10158, 2nd £5080, 3rd £2540, 4th £1270, 5th £635, 6th £318.

(Penalty Value £12885) 15 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

RACE DESCRIPTION This is a seven furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 69 to 88. 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.

Br Breeding colours

O Owner

B Breeder

J Jockey

T Trainer

no

horse

age

st-lb

Draw

1

PEARL EYE (GB) (25) 265-410 D

5

9-9

(12)

Br B g Expert Eye - Treat Gently O Harraton Court Stables Ltd B Andrew Davis

Jason Watson J Darryll Holland, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Spring Mile winner at Doncaster (1m, good) in March (second past the post but subsequently promoted) before finishing nearer last than first off this 4lb higher mark at Newbury. Needs to bounce back but the fact that he has performed well on each of his 3 previous visits to this track augurs well.

TFRHHHHH BHA88

2

THUNDER BLUE (GB) (194) 013256-

Br B g Blue Point (IRE) - Kodyanna (IRE) O Barratt Racing B Haras de la Perelle

4

9-9

(1)

Saffie Osborne J Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn T

TIMEFORMVIEWMade it third time lucky for this yard when landing a 6f Wolverhampton handicap last summer and followed that with solid efforts in defeat at Ascot and Newcastle (both 6f). Seemingly unsuited by testing conditions on final run of 2024 and could have a part to play from the rail draw if raring to go. TFRHHHHI BHA88

3

PAWS FOR THOUGHT (IRE) (214) 124100- CD 7

Br B g Requinto (IRE) - Kitty Softpaws (IRE) O Mrs Carol Shaw B Ballyphilip Stud

9-9

(14)

Charlie Maggs (5) J Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T Fitzdares Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Registered third C&D success (and fifth overall at Chester) on heavy ground in September (also effective on good but ideally wouldn’t it faster). Not in the same form next 2 starts, though, and while he has gone well when fresh in the past, stall 14 is hardly ideal for one that likes to go forward.

TFRHHIII BHA88

4

SPIRIT GENIE (IRE) (24) 6010-05 CD

Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Prima Luce (IRE) O Mrs Ros Marriott B Kilcarn Stud

5

9-9

(9)

George Wood J Jennie Candlish, Leek T Torvic Magnets, PRA World Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Proved better than ever last year, winning 3 times, including over this C&D last May. Bettered reappearance effort (things didn’t go his way on that occasion) when fifth at Musselburgh but he could do with some rain (has won once on good but appears to be ideally suited by slower ground). TFRHHHII BHA88

5

FARASI LANE (IRE) (19) 40-4206 D

7

9-8

(3)

Br B g Belardo (IRE) - No Such Zone Hollie Doyle J O Mr Adam Spratt & Partner Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T B Wicklow Bloodstock Ireland Ltd Sas Logistics, Coulthursts Ltd S

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TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since striking at Kempton last spring but now 2lb below that mark and has subsequently acquitted himself well on a number of occasions, not least when going close in the Lincoln Trial at Wolverhampton in March. Well-drawn for his first visit to the Roodee and makes some each-way appeal.

TFRHHHII BHA87

6

MONSIEUR FUDGE (GB) (28) 3/240-1 D

Br B g Frankel - Miss Keller (IRE) O Amo Racing Limited B Waratah Thoroughbreds Pty Ltd

4

9-7

(13)

David Egan J George Scott, Newmarket T Sports Invest UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Went the wrong way following an encouraging second on belated reappearance at Salisbury last term but, having been gelded during the autumn, he took a step forward in first-time blinkers when making all in 7f Catterick novice last month. Much more on his plate now back in handicap company, though.

TFRHHHII BHA86

7

KOY KOY (GB) (19) 512P0-0 D

6

9-7

(6)

Br B g Acclamation - Lynique (IRE) Billy Loughnane J O Mr Charlie Rosier & Mrs Julia Rosier George Boughey, Newmarket T B Carisbrooke Stud George Boughey Racing Ltd, Star Sports Bet S TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at Wolverhampton (9.5f) in November (dead-heated but subsequently awarded the race outright) and good second over the same C&D later that month. On the downside, his form has dipped since and he hasn’t won on turf for the best part of 3 years.

TFRHHIII BHA86

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8

PROBE (GB) (22) 016/-606 D

7

Br B g Kingman - Tested O Mrs Ros Marriott B Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd

9-7

(11)

Kieran O’Neill J Jennie Candlish, Leek T Torvic Magnets, PRA World Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t shape badly when returning from a lengthy absence at Wolverhampton in March but below par both subsequent starts and others make more appeal.

TFRHHIII BHA86

9

THE TURPINATOR (IRE) (27) 10600-1 D

Br B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Bessichka O Live The Dream Racing B Mr John Manley

8

9-6

(10)

Oliver Stammers J Grant Tuer, Northallerton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at Pontefract on second run of 2024 campaign and made a winning reappearance this time round, getting on top close home in a 6f Newcastle handicap last month. 2lb nudge fair enough and return to this trip looks a good move, so there is certainly cause for optimism. TFRHHHII BHA85

10 BOARDMAN (GB) (222) 520003- C D

9

Br B g Kingman - Nimble Thimble (USA)

9-6

(7)

David Allan J Tim Easterby, Malton T Easthorpe Hall Stud S

O Mr Ball, Mr Hodkinson, Mr Malley & Ptr B Juddmonte Farms Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWIt’s been a while since he last got his head in front (winless since scoring over 7.5f here 2 years ago) but he has slipped to an attractive mark and this is his time of year (all 8 career wins gained in the months of April or May). Could easily have a say if fully tuned-up following 7 months off. TFRHHHII BHA85

11 BILLYB (FR) (139) 203520- D

6

Br B g Raven’s Pass (USA) - Aztec Queen O Mr David K. Barker B Deepwood Farm Stud et al

9-4

(4)

P. J. McDonald J Craig Lidster, Malton T Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at second attempt for this yard at Beverley last June and then found just one too good in the Carlisle Bell. Also placed twice on the AW during the winter but lack of a recent run is a worry (his record when fresh isn’t great) and he remains 7lb above that winning mark at Beverley. TFRHHIII BHA83

12 LIAMARTY DREAMS (GB) (38) 000-400 C D Br B g Oasis Dream - Heavenly Verse O Mr Liam Kelly & Mrs E Burke B Whitwell Bldstock & Magnolia Bldstock

6

9-4

(5)

Sam James J K. R. Burke, Leyburn T KB Spigot Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner here back in 2022 and good start to last season when landing back-to-back 7f handicaps at Doncaster and Muuselburgh. Didn’t shape badly back from 6 months off at Newcastle in January and, though well held next 2 starts, he’ll be a threat if the first-time cheekpieces have the desired effect.

TFRHHHII BHA83

13 SUPREME KING (IRE) (16) 4-62126 Br B g Kingman - Alsindi (IRE) O Stuart Banks & David Evans B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

5

9-4

(8)

Rossa Ryan J David Evans, Abergavenny T Emma Evans Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Hit the target at Doncaster last May and had paid his way on the AW in recent months, winning twice over 6f at Lingfield and Kempton during the winter. Conversely, the return to this trip didn’t appear to work in his favour back at Kempton last time and it’s probably best to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA83

14 INTERVENTION (GB) (22) 443143 D Br B g Swiss Spirit - Lady Lube Rye (IRE) O The Horse Watchers 8 B D. & S. L. Tanker Transport Ltd

8

9-3

(2)

Alistair Rawlinson J Michael Appleby, Oakham T Timeform S

TIMEFORM VIEW Strike rate on turf is hardly compelling (1-31) but he’s pretty consistent on the whole and followed his all-the-way 7f success on polytrack at Lingfield in March with a creditable fourth of 10 back on grass from an unfavourable draw at Pontefract (5f, good). Well-drawn this time and he’s a player.

TFRHHHII BHA82

Probable S.P.’s: 15-2 Monsieur Fudge (GB), 8-1 Intervention (GB), 9-1 The Turpinator (IRE), 10-1 Thunder Blue (GB), Spirit Genie (IRE), 11-1 Farasi Lane (IRE), 12-1 Boardman (GB), 14-1 Pearl Eye (GB), Liamarty Dreams (GB), 16-1 BillyB (FR), 18-1 Probe (GB), 20-1 Paws For Thought (IRE), 22-1 Koy Koy (GB), 28-1 Supreme King (IRE) A double-figure draw is typically disadvantageous round here, particularly at up to 1m, but PEARL EYE, like the last two winners of this handicap, is taken to prevail from stall 12. He has admittedly become a shade inconsistent but his three previous spins round here all resulted PLAY SMARTER in good efforts and he’ll have strong claims granted a reproduction of the form he showed at Doncaster in March. Thunder Blue is feared most but cases can also be made for Boardman, Intervention and Liamarty Dreams.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PEARL EYE 2.THUNDER BLUE 3.BOARDMAN

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2024: DIVINE LIBRA (IRE) 4 9 8 William Buick 4-1 (Charles Hills) 12 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 14 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 12. Hood worn by No. 8, 14. Blinkers worn by No. 1, 6.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4, 5, 7.

Stewards Note: FARASI LANE: Following its run on 18/4/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

BOARDMAN: Following its run on 27/9/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

BILLYB: Following its run on 19/12/2024 it was reported that the horse ran flat.

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

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

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

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

T ODAY’S OFF ICIALS & RACE CONDITIONS WEDNESDAY 7TH MAY 2025 BOARD OF DIRECTORS IAN O’DOHERTY (Chair) JOËLLE WARREN MBE LISA HANCOCK JULIE HARRINGTON KEVIN HART LOUISE STEWART (Chief Executive Officer) MARCO GARAVELLO (Chief Financial Officer) STEWARDS ADRIAN SHARPE (Chief Steward) JEREMY BARLOW (Stewards’ Panel Chair) BETH DOWSWELL MICHAEL EYRE NATHAN GREEN GREG PEARSON STARTERS STUART TURNER SEAMUS O’NEILL JUDGE NICK BOSTOCK CLERKS OF THE SCALES WAYNE BURNELL VETERINARY OFFICER KATE MAXWELL NURSE GILL WHITTAKER

VETERINARY SURGEONS KATE SUMNER GRAHAM POTTS JOHN SPENCER STUART PEARSON

MEDICAL OFFICERS Dr JOHN EDWARDS (SENIOR) Dr JOHN MURRAY Dr IAN ROBERTS Dr MICHAEL UNWIN EQUINE WELFARE & INTEGRITY OFFICERS LOUISE NEALE, MELANIE SWARBRICK, JOANNA VICKERS, RACHEL BARNETT, LISA COOK HANDICAPPER STEWART COPELAND BETTING RING MANAGERS NEIL PATEMAN, MIKE OXLEY COMMENTATOR SIMON HOLT CLERK OF THE COURSE ELOISE QUAYLE FARRIERS JIM BLURTON HORSE AMBULANCE NICK JONES SAFEGUARDING OFFICERS CATRIONA COLBECK NEIL FARMER

For the Grace & For the Glory

First Race 1.30 - THE CAA STELLAR LILY AGNES EBF CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £25770 to the winning horse The second to receive £12085, the third £6045, the fourth £3020, the fifth £1510 and the sixth £755. for two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible.

Enter by noon, May 1st and pay £250 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 5th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each Class 3 race won 3lb For each Class 2 race won 5lb For each Class 1 race won 7lb (Penalties cumulative and maximum penalty 9lb). CAA Stellar 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 £100 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in the race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of CAA Stellar. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £10,000 towards the prize money for this race. 20 entries at £250. - Closed May 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £20315; Second £10160; Third £5080; Fourth £2540; Fifth £1270; Sixth £635. (Penalty Value £25770) 2 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. A SS SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.05 - THE LADBROKES BEST ODDS GUARANTEED ON RACING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15462 to the winning horse The second to receive £7251, the third £3627, the fourth £1812, the fifth £906 and the sixth £453. for three yrs old only, Rated 69-88 (also open to such horses rated 89 and 90; such horses rated 68 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 69 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 68 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 5th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 26th, 2025, for each race won 6lb. Ladbrokes have sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £100 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in the race. Ladbrokes will be providing branded jackets to the stable staff leading the horses in this race if they are able to wear them. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Ladbrokes. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 16 entries at £150. - Closed May 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381. (Penalty Value £15462) Weights lowered 1lb. 14 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.35 - THE WEATHERBYS ePassport CHESHIRE OAKS (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £68052 to the winning horse The second to receive £25800, the third £12912, the fourth £6432, the fifth £3228 and the sixth £1620. for three yrs old fillies only. Enter by noon, May 1st and pay £600 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 5th. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, after August 31st, 2024, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Pattern race 5lb. Weatherbys 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 £100 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in the race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Weatherbys. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 15 entries at £600. - Closed May 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £53472; Second £21948; Third £10980; Fourth £5484; Fifth £2748; Sixth £1368. (Penalty Value £68052) A SS SEE PAGE 46 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.05 - THE BOODLES CHESTER VASE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £79394 to the winning horse The second to receive £30100, the third £15064, the fourth £7504, the fifth £3766 and the sixth £1890. for three yrs old colts and geldings only. Enter by noon, May 1st and pay £1400 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 5th. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, after August 31st, 2024, a winner of a Group 1 or Group 2 race 4lb. Boodles has 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 £200 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in the race. In addition Boodles will award a cash prize of £200 to the groom of the winning horse. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Boodles. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 13 entries at £1400. - Closed May 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £62384; Second £25606; Third £12810; Fourth £6398; Fifth £3206; Sixth £1596. (Penalty Value £79394) A SS SEE PAGE 56 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.40 - THE LOVE FEDERAL CAPITAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15462 to the winning horse The second to receive £7251, the third £3627, the fourth £1812, the fifth £906 and the sixth £453. for three yrs old only, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 5th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 26th, 2025, for each race won 6lb. Federal Capital will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £100 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in the race. 24 entries at £150. - Closed May 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381. (Penalty Value £15462) 9 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS SEE PAGE 60 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.10 - THE HEINEKEN MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBB/GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042, the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377. for maiden three yrs old. Enter by noon, May 1st and pay £125 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 5th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb. Heineken will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a cash prize of £100 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in the race. 18 entries at £125. Closed May 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318. (Penalty Value £12885) SS SEE PAGE 66 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.45 - THE HORSERADISH CATERING & EVENTS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042, the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 69-88 (also open to such horses rated 89 and 90; such horses rated 68 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 69 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 68 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 5th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 26th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Horseradish Catering & Events 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 £100 to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out in the race. 18 entries at £125. - Closed May 1st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318. (Penalty Value £12885) 15 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS SEE PAGE 70 FOR THIS RACE.

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