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THEBETFRED‘PASSIONATEABOUTSPORT’ APPRENTICEHANDICAPSTAKES(CLASS5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (PenaltyValue £5234)

- A CLOSER LOOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): G L Moore (10 wins from 52 runners, 19%) runs DAPHNE MAY

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G L Moore (4 wins from 22 runners, 18%) runs DAPHNE MAY

LONGESTTRAVELLER: BALGAIR trained by T Clover & LISEO trained by S & E Crisford, both Newmarket, 83 miles.

1 LISEO (IRE) (19) 3-20320

Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Special Gal (FR) (Galileo (IRE))

O Edward Ware et al

Stud

& Ed Crisford, Newmarket

Remainsamaidenbutingoodformuntilcominginlastof7inhandicapatSalisbury(12f)onsoftground

10-2 (4) Br B g Elzaam (AUS) - Ava Star (IRE) (Amadeus Wolf)

2 WONDER STARELZAAM (IRE) (17) 15-1044 D

O Mr James Kerr

Coakley, West Ilsley T

B Mrs Noreen Maher Denis Coakley Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWResumedwith10fLingfieldwininMarchandleftpoorlyplacedwhengoodfourthof10inhandicapat Windsor(10f,goodtofirm)17daysago Verymuchonetoconsideroffaneasingmark.

3 WARHOL (IRE) (76) 002-312

HHHHI BHA77

Br B g Belardo (IRE) - Darsan (IRE) (Iffraaj) Benoit de la Sayette J

O Mr C Norman & Mr F McKay George Baker, Chiddingfold T

B M. Phelan Vortex Shipbroking S

TIMEFORMVIEWGotoffthemarkatWindsorinAprilandbackeditupwithanexcellentsecondof18inhandicapatNewbury (12f,good)76daysago,justfailing.Thatformhasworkedoutwellsohe’sexpectedtobebangthere.

4 BALGAIR (GB) (17) 304-532 D

9

HHHHH BHA75

Br B g War Command (USA) - Secret Suspect (Invincible Spirit (IRE)) Georgia Dobie J O Mr R. Pain Brett Johnson, Epsom T B Aspire Bloodstock Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWIt’snow17runssincehislastwinin2021andhecameinlastof9inhandicapatWolverhampton(9.5f)

Cheekpiecesbackonwithmorerequiredafterabreak.

(7) 134612 C D BF 5 9-4 (6)

Br B m Mayson - Cambridge Duchess (Singspiel (IRE)) Anna Gibson (7) J

O FOREIGN LEGION Gary Moore, Horsham T

B Theakston Stud K M Elite Products Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWAlreadyathree-timewinnerthisyear,latesthereinJuly,andhepostedanothergoodeffortwhensecond of8inhandicapatNewbury(12f,goodtosoft)7daysago Wellinthemix.

7 DOTTIES STAR (GB) (14) 45064

HHHHI BHA65

4 9-2 (1)

Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Young Dottie (Desert Sun) Paddy Bradley J

O Ermyn Lodge Stud Pat Phelan, Epsom T

B Tony J. Smith

TIMEFORMVIEWFairmaidenwhowasn’tdisgracedwhenfourthof5inhandicapoverC&D(goodtofirm)14daysago. Onefortheshortlistoffafallingmark.

TFRHHHII BHA63

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: GOOD REGAL 4 9 10 Benoit de la Sayette 9-2 (Ismail Mohammed) 8 ran Hood worn by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 5.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4

Warhol (IRE), 3-1

Daphne May (GB), 7-2

Balgair (GB), 5-1

Wonder Starelzaam (IRE), 16-1 Liseo (IRE), 28-1 Stopnsearch (GB), 33-1 Dotties Star (GB)

None of these can be ruled out but WARHOL comes here on the back of an excellent Newbury second (form been franked) so edges the vote from in-form pair Wonder Starelzaam and Daphne May who can chase home George Baker’s progressive 4-y-o in that order

STANDARD & RECORD TIME

Racing Post Standard

Time: 2 min, 5.60 secs

Record Time: 2 min, 3.50 secs - Crossbowl - 7th June 1967, Good

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EACH-WAY BETTING TERMS

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Fewer than 3 runners: win bets only, no places offered

3 or 4 runners: all to win Where a bookmaker wishes to depart from this default position he may offer place terms for 3 or 4 runners, this must be at 1/5 odds a place 1-2

5 to 7 runners (inclusive): 1/4 (one quarter) odds for finishing 1st or 2nd

8 or more runners: 1/5 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd or 3rd

Handicap races with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive): 1/4 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd or 3rd

Handicap races with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive): 1/5 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th

Handicap races with 22 or more runners: 1/4 odds for finishing 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th

Sir David Prosser Trophy

to be awarded to most successful Epsom trainer

The Sir David Prosser Trophy celebrates the achievements of the most successful Epsom-based trainer from the 2023 racing season.

The trophy was named in Sir David Prosser’s honour on his retirement from the non-executive board of Epsom Downs in 2013. Sir David made an enormous contribution to the development of the racecourse over many years and remained a loyal supporter of Epsom Downs and the local training community until his passing in March 2020.

Michael Attwater has the top spot with 12 winners, followed closely by Simon Dow on 11 and Adam West on 9 winners.

Standings as of 2nd August 2023.

The presentation for the winning trainer will be made at the Epsom Trainers Association Ball in November. The Sir David Prosser Trophy championship for 2023 runs from 5th November 2022 to 4th November 2023.

Epsom Downs is home to nearly 180 horses in training. These horses have access to six miles and 250 acres of top quality training surface along the Surrey Downs. We are very proud of the training grounds here on Epsom Downs. Racing is part of our heritage and we want to ensure that we keep the Downs as a prestigious training ground and encourage further business from trainers and owners in the future.

For more information on the trainers and training facilities at Epsom Downs please visit: www.jockeyclubestates.co.uk/epsom

The British EBF will allocate £2 million to prize money in 2023, thanks to the contributions of our British Stallion studs:

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BATSFORD STUD

BEARSTONE STUD

BESWICK BROTHERS BLOODSTOCK

BWLARTH FARM

CHAPEL STUD

CHEVELEY PARK STUD

DARLEY

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ELUSIVE BLOODSTOCK

ETHERIDGE STUD

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HEDGEHOLME STUD

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OVERBURY STUD

RABBAH BLOODSTOCK

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THEBRITISHEBFRESTRICTEDNOVICESTAKES (CLASS4)(forhorsesinBandsB,CandD) (EBFRestrictedRaceQualifier)(GBBRACE)

for novice two yrs old x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533. (PenaltyValue £5400)

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): E J-Houghton

(6 wins from 44 runners, 14%) runs HIGH POINT

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Hannon (4 wins from 68 runners, 6%) runs MULLAZEM

LONGESTTRAVELLER: SAHARA KITTEN trained by J Tate, PREPSCHOOL trained by M Bell, MNAWEKH trained by A Haynes & VALIDATED trained by Sir M Prescott, all Newmarket, 83 miles.

1 SAHARA KITTEN (USA) (29) 41 CD

Br Ch c Kitten’s Joy (USA) - Sea of Snow (USA) (Distorted Humor (USA)) Rossa Ryan J

O Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum James Tate, Newmarket T

B Frankfort Park Farm, Bemart, Equinow, Va

TIMEFORMVIEWGreenondebutandallthesharperforthatwhenmakingalloverC&D29daysago Willneedtoimprove againifhe’stodefythepenalty

2 I’M PUZZLED (GB) (19) 04

Br Ch c Sea The Moon (GER) - Puzzling (Peintre Celebre (USA)) Millie Wonnacott (5) J

O de Zoete, Inglett & Jones Harry & Roger Charlton, Beckhampton T

B Genesis Green Stud & Lady Juliet Tadgell Tattersalls S

TIMEFORMVIEWTwice-racedmaiden.Fourthof11innoviceatAscot(7f,soft,10/1)19daysago Likelytoimproveagain.

3 MNAWEKH (IRE) (20) 25 9-4 (2)

Br Ch c Mehmas (IRE) - Glitterdust (Intello (GER)) Kieran O’Neill J

O Sheikh Abdullah Almalek Alsabah

B Epona Bloodstock Ltd

Alice Haynes, Newmarket T

Alice Haynes Racing, Colourpin S

TIMEFORMVIEWPromisingtype.SecondonChesterdebutandrantoasimilarlevelwhenfifthof10inwhatwasprobably awarmmaidenatNewmarket’sJulymeeting.Remainscapableofbetter Respected.

4 MULLAZEM (IRE) (63) 0

Br B c Soldier’s Call - Ahazeej (IRE) (Dubawi (IRE))

O Sheikh Abdullah Almalek Alsabah

B Thomas Hassett

TFRHHHHI BHA-

9-4 (6)

Sam Hitchcott J

Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

TIMEFORM VIEW Displayed ability when eighth of 11 in novice event at Yarmouth (7f, good to firm) on debut in June. Expectedtoknowmorethistimeandtakeajumpforward.

5 PREPSCHOOL (IRE) (19) 6

TFRHHHII BHA-

9-4 (4)

Br Gr c Camelot - Free To Roam (IRE) (Bushranger (IRE)) Hector Crouch J

O The Heatherdonians 1 Michael Bell, Newmarket T

B Pitchford Bloodstock Michael Bell Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW20/1,neededexperiencewhensixthof11innoviceatAscot(7f,soft)ondebut19daysago.Maydobetter.

6 REDNBLUE SOVEREIGN (IRE) (36) 5623

TFRHHHII BHA-

9-4 (5)

Br B c Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Mille Tank (Mastercraftsman (IRE)) Pierre-Louis Jamin (3) J

O Sideways Racing Tom Dascombe, Lambourn T

B E. Phelan Route Agency Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWFairmaiden.Creditablethirdof9innoviceatSalisbury(6f,goodtofirm)36daysago.Setsthestandard.

7 HIGH POINT (IRE) (-) (2lb)

TFRHHHHH BHA83

9-2 (1)

Br B c New Bay - Pacharana (Oasis Dream) George Downing J

O Anthony Pye-Jeary and David Ian Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury T

B Farm Cove Thoroughbreds Ltd Abm Catering Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW34,000gnsNewBaycolt.Half-brotherto7fwinnerStarVega.Dam,11/4m-11/2mwinnerwhostayed1 3/4m,half-sistertouseful1m-11/4mwinnerMatthewFlinders.Newcomertomonitorinthebetting.

8 MR CLIFF (IRE) (-) (2lb)

Br Ch c Galileo Gold - Malta (USA) (Gone West (USA))

O Mrs P. J. Sheen

B Tom Twomey

TFRHHHII BHA-

9-2 (7)

William Carson J

Laura Mongan, Epsom T

TIMEFORMVIEW34,000gns2-y-o.GalileoGoldhalf-brothertoseveralwinners,includingusefulwinnerupto7fComino and9f/11/4mwinnerManaia.Worthaprecautionarymarketcheck.

TFRHHIII BHA-

9

VALIDATED (GB) (-) (2lb) 9-2 (3)

Br B c Iffraaj - Believable (Acclamation) Darragh Keenan J

O Cheveley Park Stud

Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket T

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Cheveley Park Stud S

TIMEFORMVIEWIffraajhalf-brotherto2-y-o6fwinnerCredible.Stabletakesthelongertermapproachwithmostbutcan readythemsoabettingcheckisadvised. TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: INDIAN DREAM (IRE) 2 9 4 Dylan Hogan 11-1 (Michael Bell) 8 ran

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Rednblue Sovereign (IRE), 7-2 Mnawekh (IRE), 9-2 Sahara Kitten (USA), 7-1 I’m Puzzled (GB), 12-1 Mullazem (IRE), 20-1 High Point (IRE), 22-1 Prepschool (IRE), Validated (GB), 33-1 Mr Cliff (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

A repeat of the form REDNBLUE SOVEREIGN has shown on his last 2 outings may be enough for him to get off the mark at the fifth time of asking. Mnawekh, I’m Puzzled and Mullazem look capable of better and may give Tom Dascombe’s charge most to do in that order

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.REDNBLUE SOVEREIGN (IRE) 2.MNAWEKH (IRE) 3.I’M PUZZLED

STANDARD & RECORD TIME

Racing Post Standard Time: 1 min, 21.00 secs

RecordTime: 1 min, 21.30 secs - Red Peony - 29th July 2004, Good to Firm

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THE BETFRED NIFTY 50 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000

Owners Prize Money 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (PenaltyValue £5234)

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Beckett

(11 wins from 56 runners, 20%) runs SWEET FANTASY

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Beckett

(15 wins from 48 runners, 31%) runs SWEET FANTASY

LONGESTTRAVELLER: SWIFTTUTTLE trained by O Greenall & J Guerriero, Malpas, 195 miles.

B f Wootton Bassett - Parnell’s Dream (Oasis

Mrs David Aykroyd

(GB) (13) 3/50-000

Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Victorian Beauty (USA) (Rahy

TIMEFORMVIEWPlacedinacoupleofsmall-fieldhandicapsaroundthistripinMay/Juneandriddenclosertothepace thanidealatSandownamonthago Likelytogiveitagoodgo

4 SWIFTTUTTLE (IRE) (50) 004-023

Br Ch g Fast Company (IRE) - Lumiere Astrale (FR) (Trempolino (USA))

O The Salmon Family Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

B Hardys Of Kilkeel Ltd Swansway

Seentogoodeffectinasteadily-runracewhensecondatHaydockbutunabletobackthateffortup whenlastof3backatthatvenueinJune.

Br B m Champs Elysees - Craighall (Dubawi (IRE))

J

O Miss S. Sharp Marcus Tregoning, Whitsbury T

B Whatton Manor Stud Marcus Tregoning Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfulatBrighton(11.9f)onhersoleoutinglastyear.Producedherbesteffortoftheseasonwhen thirdatWolverhamptonandasteadily-runracewasagainstherbackonturf3weeksago

6 NAASMA (IRE) (14) 6-26122

4 8-13 (6)

Br B f Churchill (IRE) - Music Show (IRE) (Noverre (USA)) Paddy Bradley (3) J

O Mr P. Wheatley Pat Phelan, Epsom T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWFoundimprovementwhenscoringatLingfield(10f)inJuneandbackedthatupwithabraceofrunner-up effortslastmonth.Thisisadeeperhandicapbutshe’sclearlyinexcellentorder

7 WATERLOO SUNSET (GB) (36) 4-40324

HHHHI BHA65

5 8-13 (1)

Br B g Adaay (IRE) - Atwix (Sakhee (USA)) George Bass (3) J

O Mr A. Killoran

B The Calculated Speculators

Denis Coakley, West Ilsley T

Denis Coakley Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWLightlyracedforagebuthasbeenindecentheartoflate,secondof9inhandicapatLingfield(12f,AW) lastmonth.Dropto11fbackontheAWlookedaninsufficienttestlasttime

TFRHHHII BHA65

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: SCAMPI 4 9 7 William Carver 7-5 (Andrew Balding) 5 ran

Visor worn first time by No. 6. Visor worn by No 3. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 4.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 5.

Stewards Note:

WATERLOO SUNSET: Following its run on 28/6/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Probable S.P’s: 6-4

Sweet Fantasy (GB), 4-1

Waterloo Sunset (GB), 22-1

Naasma (IRE), 11-2

Haarar (GB), 17-2

Swift Tuttle (IRE), 11-1

Atalanta Breeze (GB), 25-1 Wilkie (GB)

SWEET FANTASY was seen to good effect from the front at Leicester last week but she could do no more than win decisively and this low-mileage 4-y-o can follow up under a penalty Haarar and Naasma head the opposition. TIMEFORM

STANDARD & RECORD TIME

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THE BRITISH EBF FIFINELLAFILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

forthreeyrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £15000 Owners Prize Money 1st £6095, 2nd £3048, 3rd £1524, 4th £762, 5th £381. (PenaltyValue £7731)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): A Balding (16 wins from 100 runners, 16%) runs CHASSERAL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (6 wins from 39 runners, 15%) runs CHASSERAL LONGESTTRAVELLER: REDREDROBIN trained by M Saunders, Wells, 140 miles.

1 REDREDROBIN (GB) (21) 112151 CD

Br B m Helmet (AUS) - Cape Rosie (Cape Cross (IRE))

O Mr M. S. Saunders Malcolm Saunders, Wells

B Mrs P. A. Cave

TIMEFORMVIEWMadeit4winsinherlast6startswhenmakingalloverC&D(good)3weeksago upagainst3-y-osthistimebutshe’slikelytogiveitanothergoodshot.

2 CHASSERAL (GB) (19) 1-43055

Br B f Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Swiss Range (Zamindar (USA)) Joshua Bryan

B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Juddmonte Farms Inc S

TIMEFORMVIEWAWnovicewinnerlastSeptemberYettowininhandicapsthisyearbutshe’sshapedwellonafewoccasionsandsimply wentofftoohardatNewmarket(7f)lasttime.Therefittingofahoodcouldhelpthisfreegoer Leadingclaims.

3 KIMNKATE (IRE) (27) 041121 D

HHHHH BHA79

3 9-8 (1)

Br B f Havana Gold (IRE) - Chicas Amigas (IRE) (Dragon Pulse (IRE)) Connor Planas (5) J

O Mr Peter Cook Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T

B Orchardstown Farms Ltd The Garden Cider Company Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWHasn’tlookedbacksinceblinkered,makingit3winsfrom4startswhenmerelykeptuptoherworktoseeoff6rivals atDoncaster(7f,firm)4weeksago Goingsofterthangoodanunknownbutshestilllooksfeasiblytreated.

4 PUNTARELLE (GB) (19) 321300 D

Br B f Footstepsinthesand - Maybelater (Mount Nelson) Rhys Clutterbuck J

O Hot to Trot Racing 2 & Anita Wigan Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn T

B Mrs James Wigan Pump Technology Limited, Searls Land S

TIMEFORMVIEWWinneratChelmsford(7f)inAprilbuthassincecomeupshortinher3outingssince.Thereturnto7fmay helpbutothersarrivewithmorepressingclaims.

5 STORYMAKER (GB) (16) 3-3304

BHA73

3 9-0 (5)

Br B f Ulysses (IRE) - Panova (Invincible Spirit (IRE)) Rossa Ryan J

O Hot To Trot Racing 2 and Partner George Boughey, Newmarket T

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Searls Land S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden. Creditable fourth of 11 in handicap (15/2) at Beverley (7.5f, good to soft) 16 days ago. First-timecheekpiecesneedtohelpherfindabitextra.

DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2022: QUEEN OF BURGUNDY 6 8 12 Frederick Larson 10-3 (MichaelAppleby) 6 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 5. Hood worn by No 2. Blinkers worn by No 3.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Redredrobin (GB), 5-2 Chasseral (GB), 3-1 Kimnkate (IRE), 6-1 Storymaker (GB), 25-1 Puntarelle (GB)

If the refitting of a hood helps CHASSERAL to settle better she looks capable of winning off this mark. The thriving Kimnkate is the obvious threat.

PLAY SMARTER

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CHASSERAL 2.KIMNKATE (IRE) 3.REDREDROBIN

RESULTS

THE BETFRED PLAYFRED’S 5 MILLION HANDICAPSTAKES (CLASS 4)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £12000

Owners Prize Money 1st £4955, 2nd £2478, 3rd £1238, 4th £619, 5th £310 (PenaltyValue £6280.80)

FIFTH RACE 8.00

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): S Dow (8 wins from 50 runners, 16%) runs DESFONDADO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Varian (5 wins from 43 runners, 12%) runs COBALT BLUE LONGESTTRAVELLER: DUMFRIES trained by M Tregoning, Whitsbury, 85 miles.

1 SLY MADAM (GB) (20) 250026 CD

Br B m Sixties Icon - Tanojin (IRE) (Thousand Words)

O Mr Michael Moriarty

B Norman Court Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWMuch sharperforreturnwhen resumingwinningways atWindsorinApril. In-and-out form since but wasn’tseentobesteffectatAscotlasttimeandshe’sapreviousC&Dwinner,sonotwithouthope.

2 BEAR ON THE LOOSE (IRE) (43) 310

Br B g Footstepsinthesand - Ihtiraam (IRE) (Teofilo (IRE)) Benoit de la Sayette

O KB Thoroughbreds Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket T

B J. Connolly & C. Henley Kpf Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWOffthemarkatthesecondattemptinanoviceatYarmouthinApril.FoldedtamelyatNewcastlenext timebuthashadabreaksinceandremainswithpotential.

3 DUMFRIES (GB) (8) 425-104

3 9-7 (4)

Br B g Cityscape - Milldale (Bushranger (IRE)) Rhys Clutterbuck J

O Whitsbury II Marcus Tregoning, Whitsbury T

B Whatton Manor Stud Marcus Tregoning Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWWellsupportedandshowedimprovedformwheneasilywinning12-runnermaidenatSouthwellinMarch.Backon trackdespitenotgettinghomeatSandownlasttimeandreturntothistripshouldhelp Can’tberuledout. TFRHHHII BHA79(-1)

4 ALMARIN (IRE) (20) 1-00242

3 9-6 (6)

Br B g Belardo (IRE) - Princess Severus (IRE) (Barathea (IRE)) Hector Crouch J

O Pinnacle Thoroughbreds 1

B Gerard Burke Bluedrop Services S

TIMEFORMVIEWRanwellatDoncasterinJuneandbenefitedfromadropbackintripwhenagoodsecondatYorkdespite aslowstartlastmonth.Hasabiggereffortinhimifhecanbreakonterms.

5 COBALT BLUE (IRE) (14) 22-0043 3 9-5 (5)

Br Ch g Sioux Nation (USA) - Impressionist Art (USA) (Giant’s Causeway (USA)) Jack Mitchell J

O C FAHY, R & S MARCHANT & PARTNER Roger Varian, Newmarket T

B Ms Caterina Dargan Varian Stable Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-uptwiceat2yrsandproducedcomfortablyhisbesteffortthistermwhenthirdhereafortnightago. Returntothistripshouldsuit,sohe’sworthyofrespect.

6 SERIOUS LOOK (IRE) (15) 140-555 C 3 9-4 (7)

Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Fregate First (Le Havre (IRE)) Connor Planas (5) J

O Mrs A. Althani George Boughey, Newmarket T

B Yeomanstown Stud George Boughey, SBK S

TIMEFORMVIEWCourse winnerwho ran to form despite seeming unsuited by the drop in trip at Yarmouth last time. Strongclaimsreturningtoamoresuitabledistancewithcheekpiecesonforthefirsttime.

TFRHHHHH BHA76

7 DESFONDADO (IRE) (21) 360301 CD 3 9-2 (1)

Br B c Australia - Baroness (IRE) (Declaration of War (USA)) Paddy Bradley (3) J

O Mr Robert Moss Simon Dow, Epsom T

B Gigginstown House Stud Simon Dow S

TIMEFORMVIEWGot a race runto suit and stepped up considerablyto run out a readywinneroverC&D 3weeks ago. Maydobetterstill,someritsstrongconsideration.

TFRHHHHI BHA74

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: INTERCESSOR 5 9 1 Rhys Clutterbuck 11-8 (John Gallagher) 7 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 6. Hood worn by No 2. Visor worn by No 4.

Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1.

Stewards Note:

BEAR ON THE LOOSE: Following its run on 21/6/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly

SERIOUS LOOK: Following its run on 19/7/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left throughout.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Desfondado (IRE), 9-2 Serious Look (IRE), 6-1 Almarin (IRE), 13-2 Cobalt Blue (IRE), 9-1 Dumfries (GB), 10-1 Bear On The Loose (IRE), 18-1 Sly Madam (GB)

SERIOUS LOOK got back on track after a breathing operation when fifth at Yarmouth last time and he has the potential to do better with cheekpieces applied back up in trip Desfondado is a danger following his clear-cut C&D win recently and Cobalt Blue can’t be ruled out.

Tommy Harrigan was a highly valued and extremely experienced horseman, who for most of his adult life was Assistant to Simon Dow at Clear Height Stables in Epsom.

He had grown up in Langley Vale and was the grandson of a hugely respected horseman, Tommy Lee, who whilst working for John Sutcliffe Jr, looked after the dual Guineas winner, Right Tack. Tommy worked at the local stables of Michael Attwater, before moving to Newmarket where he held an Apprentice Licence and rode a winner in 2014. He later returned to Epsom where he joined Clear Height that Summer

He was well respected, and many of the jockeys riding today got to know him well, with Eoin Walsh sending a text last year saying: “It seems like only yesterday we were doing our apprentice course together in 2013. Thanks to Tommy it was not nearly as dull as it should have been. He always had a way of lighting up the dullest of rooms.”

It is a wonderful tribute but only tells a bit of the story as Tommy impacted so many of our lives, from his close family and friends to people he only met once. He had a natural way with people and life to him was pure theatre. He also had a wonderful sense of humour and in a competitive sport like horseracing, you need someone to keep you smiling.

Tommy saw the good in everybody and although he was a very strong character and could be outspoken, he spoke from the heart.

Tommy’s horsemanship skills were considerable and a great asset to any stable He had a great eye for a horse at the sales and also on the gallops. He would notice the things that might be glossed over or appear to have no value but were so significant in that horse’s career

It goes without saying that he is enormously missed and has left a massive hole in our hearts and lives. He taught us, among many things, that life must be lived because it is often too short, and that family and friends must be treasured.

Today we will continue to celebrate Tommy’s life at his home track and at a sport that he loved with so much passion.

The Tommy Harrigan Memorial

STAKES (CLASS 6)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Hannon (6 wins from 66 runners, 9%) runs OPTIVA STAR

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Hannon (4 wins from 68 runners, 6%) runs OPTIVA STAR

LONGESTTRAVELLER: VINAKA trained by A Brewer, Eastbury, 88 miles.

4

STAR (IRE) (8) 050043

B g U S Navy Flag (USA) - Leaf (IRE) (Montjeu (IRE))

B Lynch Bages Ltd & Longfield Stud

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5 LAHINA BAY (IRE) (16) 00-3115 9-4 (6)

Br B f Cracksman - Serendipitously (IRE) (Kodiac) Rhys Clutterbuck J

O Mr & Mrs K. Finch Rachel Cook & John Bridger, Liphook T

B Mountarmstrong Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWHittopformtoscoreatSalisburyandWindsorlastmonthandwasn’tdisgraced(notseentobesteffect) atLingfield16daysago Notruledout.

6 BLUE CURACAO (GB) (14) 436-003

TFRHHHII BHA60

8-9 (5)

Br B f Charm Spirit (IRE) - Washington Blue (Rip Van Winkle (IRE)) Aidan Keeley (3) J

O Star Pointe Ltd Pat Phelan, Epsom T

B Cavendish Bloodstock & Star Pointe Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWHasn’thadmuchracingforthisyardandtookastepbackintherightdirectionwhenthirdtoTwilightDancer overC&Dafortnightago Hoodedforthefirsttimebuthardtoseehimreversingformwiththatrival.

7 GINTINI (IRE) (212) 65000-4

TFRHHHII BHA51

8-5 (2)

Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Shama’s Song (IRE) (Teofilo (IRE)) Kieran O’Neill J

O Mrs P. J. Sheen Laura Mongan, Epsom T

B Anthony Kirwan Arthur Wait Ltd S

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DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: WHISTLEDOWN 3 8 13 George Bass 10-1 (Mick Channon) 9 ran Hood worn first time by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 3. Hood worn by No 4. Running for the first time since Gelding No 7.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Twilight Dancer (GB), 10-3 Optiva Star (IRE), 7-2 Lahina Bay (IRE), 8-1 Blue Curacao (GB), 28-1 Vinaka (IRE), 33-1 Macho Mania (IRE), Gintini (IRE)

OPTIVA STAR is on a handy mark and would have gone close with a clear run at Lingfield last time, so he’s worth taking a chance on for all that Twilight Dancer was a comfortable winner over C&D last time. Lahina Bay had been in good form prior to an excusable run 16 days ago, so she’s also worth respect.

Abandoned Racing

Epsom Downs may abandon racing:1. where so directed by the BHA, the police or emergency services or their respective servants or agents; or 2. in any emergency or other exceptional circumstances beyond the reasonable control of Epsom Downs. In the event of racing being abandoned, refunds on badges or tickets will only be paid in the following circumstances: (a) Abandonment before completion of the first race –FULL REFUND (b) Abandonment before the completion of the third or feature race, whichever is later

50% REFUND REFUNDS CANNOT BE MADE ON RACEDAYS

To obtain a refund racegoers should follow the procedure below: (a) If you purchased your tickets/badges/car park labels in advance via the ticket hotline, internet, post, or at the Racecourse then you will receive an automatic refund to the card by which you paid or by cheque if original payment was by cheque or cash

(b) If you purchased your tickets/badges/ car park labels at Epsom Downs on the day, please send your tickets/badges with the details and your name & address to: Ticket Refunds, Epsom Downs Racecourse, Epsom Downs, Surrey, KT18 5LQ. A refund will be made by cheque, please allow at least four weeks for requests to be processed. No refunds will be given for badges or tickets that are purchased and not required or used other than if racing is abandoned.

Alcohol

Please would racegoers kindly note that the bringing of your own alcoholic drink into the Racecourse is strictly prohibited. For your own enjoyment and to avoid disappointment please observe this restriction. Please respect our neighbours when leaving the racecourse. No alcohol is to be taken off site.

Crossing The Course

If you wish to cross the course for any reason, please ensure that there are no horses nearby You should not start crossing once the commentator has indicated that the horses are coming out on to the course before the start of a race or until the last horse has passed after the end of the race

Dress Codes At Epsom Downs

At Epsom Downs Racecourse we believe racing should be enjoyed by anyone and everyone. And one thing is certainly true, the more relaxed and comfortable we feel, the more likely we are to have a great time. So that’s why we’ve created one very simple piece of guidance, to come “dressed to feel your best”. Whatever your tastes, the most important thing when choosing your outfit is, of course, comfort and confidence. So wear what feels right for you and will keep you feeling your best from start to finish, whatever the weather.

Emergency Procedures

In the event of an emergency please be guided by our safety stewards and by the messages you will see and hear around the racecourse. We advise that you keep your personal belongings with you at all times

In the event of an evacuation please do not attempt to regain access to buildings to collect your personal belongings

If a total evacuation of the racecourse becomes necessary we will keep you updated on developments via our Public Address system The Racecourse would be grateful if you would observe all Health & Safety requirements whilst you are at Epsom Downs Racecourse. The emergency exits from the bars onto the Grandstand steppings are painted yellow and we would request that you do not stop whilst in this area. We would also request that only those that are disabled use the disabled viewing ramp and that parents keep a close eye on all children and prevent them from climbing the running rails and getting on to the actual racecourse. We would also like to remind racegoers that the first aid room is located at the Entrance Pavilion

Hblb Contribution Prize Money

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £746,279 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from May to August 2023.

Lost And Found Property

All lost and found property is dealt with at the Queen’s Stand Security Desk or Entrance Pavilion All property found should be handed into one of these areas, and all enquiries about lost property should be made here also

RACEHORSE & JOCKEY WELFARE

The welfare of the sport’s equine and human participants is paramount to