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Epsom Downs Racecourse Committee
Brian Finch (Chairman)
Clare Balding
Alex Frost
Andy Hornby
Katie Kershaw
Simon Philip
General Manager
Tom Sammes
Head of Racing & Clerk of the Course
Andrew Cooper
Operations Manager
James Wilcox
Estates Manager
Craig Williamson
Deputy Estates Manager
Ashley Critcher
Owners and Trainers Liaison Manager
Amy Bone
Commentator
Richard Hoiles
Betting Ring Manager
Andrew Boardley
Stewards
Shaun Parker (Chief Steward)
Michael Andrews (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
Caroline Holliday (Trainee Stewards’ Panel Chair)
Kate Smith
Gwen Thomas
Cody Watkins
Starters
James Stenning, Sam Avis
Judge
Jane Green
Clerk Of The Scales
Graham Ford
Veterinary Officer
Howard Newitt
Veterinary Surgeons
Simon Knapp, C.V.O., B.Sc., B.VetMed., M.R.C.V.S
Clive Hamblin, B.Vet.Med., M.R.C.V.S.
Jamie Knapp, B.V.M.S., M.R.C.V.S.
Luke Hepburn, B.Sc., BVSc, M.R.C.V.S.
Medical Officers
Dr Lucy Free, Dr Rob Cullen, Dr Peter Johnson, Dr Mark Gorvin, Dr Graeme Robertson, Dr Rizwan Ghani
Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers
Helena Warbrick, Sarah Collins, Peter Double
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 2024 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.
The award for the 2022/23 season was given to Adam West, with 20 winners across the 12 month period. He was closely followed in second by Michael Attwater, with 18 wins and in third was Simon Dow with 17 winners. The award was presented at the Epsom Owners & Trainers’ Ball in November 2023.
The 2023/24 award started on the 5th November last year, and current standings as of 12th August are:
The presentation for the winning trainer will be made at the Epsom Trainers Association Ball in November. The Sir David Prosser Trophy championship for 2024 runs from 5th November 2023 to 4th November 2024.
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
RACECARD
4 CITY OF TROY (USA) (28) 111-0 BF 3 9-2 (1)
B c Justify (USA) - Together Forever (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
Aquick wayto see a horse’s past performance. These are its recent finishing positions.
Look out for Letters:
C = Has won at this course
D = Has won over this distance
CD = Has won over this distance at this course
BF = Was a beaten favourite
MORE INFORMATION ON THE FORM
- = New racing season
/ = Missed racing season
P = Was pulled-up and didn’t finish the race
F = Horse fell
U = Rider unseated
R = Horse refused to race
CO = The horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse
B = Horse was brought down
S = Horse slipped
r = The horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race
d = Disqualified
Bold form
figures = performance in all-weather (Flat) or Point-to-Point (Jump) races
Select your horse. Note their name and saddlecloth number
Choose your bet. ‘To win’ or ‘each-way’ are popular types of bet.
‘To win’ is for your horse to come first.
‘Each-way’ is for your horse to come first or to be placed. It’s two bets, so ‘£2 each-way’ = £4 total bet.
How the experts rate the horse’s chances:
2. BHA rating = the higher the number, the better the horse.
3. Timeform view and TFR rating
4. HORSE’STRAINER &THEIR LOCATION
Look out for the summary of leading course trainers before each race.
5. JOCKEYS
Listen out for any jockeys who are having a successful day.
OTHER USEFUL DETAILS
6. Owner’s colours worn by the Jockey
7. Saddlecloth number
8. Horse’s name
9. Days since the horse last run
10. Horse’s age
11. Jockey’s weight (stone and Ibs)
12. The horse’s breeding – father (sire) and mother (dam)
13. Horse’s owner
14. Horse’s breeder
15. Birthplace of horse
16. Draw – position of the horse in the starting stalls
Decide the amount – or stake – you are comfortable to bet.
Place your bet. There are different places to bet on course; The Tote, racecourse bookmakers, betting shop or online. Each option offers a different experience.
Collect. Once ‘Weighed-in’ has been announced, present your betting slip and collect any winnings.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): E J-Houghton (6 wins from 40 runners, 15%) runs ENCHANTED EYE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W Haggas (13 wins from 44 runners, 30%) runs PATROL LONGESTTRAVELLER: LIBERTY BIRD trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 253 miles.
1 JANE GARFIELD (IRE) (55) 4323 9-10 (6)
Br B f James Garfield (IRE) - Jane Rose (IRE) (Acclamation) Shariq Mohd (7) J
O Marchwood Recycling Ltd Sylvester Kirk, Upper Lambourn T
B Jane Rose Partnership
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced maiden. Creditable third of13 in maiden at Lingfield (7f, good to firm, 5/1) 55 days ago Improvementrequiredonhandicapdebut.Engaged2.45ChepstowThursday.
Br B g Expert Eye - Last Enchantment (IRE) (Camelot) George Downing J
O The Enchanted Syndicate Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury T
B Guy D. Everett ABM Catering Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-racedmaidenwhoranrightuptohisbestwhengoodsecondof6onnurserydebutatLeicester (7f,goodtosoft)29daysago 2lbhighernowbutheshouldgowellagain.
5 SABRIMENTO (IRE) (92) 656
Br Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Glencross (IRE) (Gleneagles (IRE))
TFRHHHHI BHA69
9-7 (8)
ConnorPlanas (3) J
O Family Amusements Ltd & Mr S Day Brian Meehan, Manton T
B Lynn Lodge Stud Sirecam Europe S TIMEFORMVIEWThrice-racedmaiden.Sixthof8inmaidenatLingfield(6f,goodtofirm,20/1).Off92days.Geldedsince andneedstouphisgameonswitchtohandicapping.
6 LIBERTY BIRD (GB) (5) 050152 D
Br Ch f Without Parole - Skrei (IRE) (Approve (IRE))
O Kingsley Park 38
TFRHHIII BHA68
9-5 (5)
Pat Cosgrave J
Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Newsells Park Stud Johnston Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWOffthemarkatBeverley(7.4f)inJuneandpostedbesteffortyetwhenverygoodsecondof9innursery atLeicester(7f,goodtofirm)5daysago Bigplayer.
7 PATROL (IRE) (29) 0035 BF
BHA66
9-4 (4)
Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Laurelita (IRE) (High Chaparral (IRE)) Adam Farragher J
O Qatar BS, China Horse Club & D. Howden William Haggas, Newmarket T
B Manister House Stud Tweenhills Farm & Stud Ltd S
Br B c Sands of Mali (FR) - Volkovkha (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE)) Rhys Clutterbuck J
O D.I. & F.M. Russell James Fanshawe, Newmarket T
B P. McEnery & B. McEnery Pegasus Stables LLP S TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Fourth of 5 in nursery at Yarmouth (7f, good to firm, 7/1) 17 days ago. Lookscompetitiveonform. TFRHHHII BHA65
9
DR T H G (GB) (41) 635
9-3 (9)
Br B g Sottsass (FR) - Acquainted (Shamardal (USA)) Jack Mitchell J
O The Megsons Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T
B Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook
My Pension Expert S TIMEFORMVIEWThrice-racedmaiden.Notundulypunishedwhenfifthof8innovice(50/1)atBeverley(7.4f,good)41daysago andremainswithpotentialnowsenthandicapping.
TFRHHHII BHA64
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: MIRRORING (IRE) 2 9 8 Callum Shepherd 7-2 (Michael Bell) 7 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 7. Running for the first time since Gelding No 5, 9.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Liberty Bird (GB), 9-2 Enchanted Eye (GB), 11-2 Patrol (IRE), 17-2 Jane Garfield (IRE), Sabrimento (IRE), 10-1 Tequila Rose (IRE), 12-1 Pietro (IRE), Dr T H G (GB), 33-1 Havana Dance (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
Preference is for LIBERTY BIRD, who took a step forward when runner-up at Leicester last week and can race off the same mark here. Enchanted Eye and Dr T H G rate the principal dangers.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LIBERTY
POSITION OF STALLS
Outside: 6f
Inside: Remainder
STANDARD & RECORD TIME
Racing Post Standard Time: 1 min, 21.10 secs
RecordTime: 1 min, 21.30 secs - Red Peony - 29th July 2004, Good to Firm
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Working alongside the Racecourse Association (RCA), bookmakers have introduced standard each-way betting terms across Jockey Club Racecourses. Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting.
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
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for maiden two yrs old fillies x Total prize fund £10000
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): G Boughey (7 wins from 32 runners, 22%) runs MISSILE MAC TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G Boughey (4 wins from 33 runners, 12%) runs MISSILE MAC LONGESTTRAVELLERS: SOLANO AVENUE trained by T Clover, MISSILE MAC trained by G Boughey, CREATIVE LADY trained by A Murphy, all Newmarket, 83 miles.
1 GRADUATED (GB) (8) 42
Br B fTwilight Son - Collegiate (IRE) (Declaration ofWar(USA))
(4)
Gina Mangan (3) J
O Mark Albon & Chris Stedman Dr Richard Newland &Jamie Insole, Droitwich T
Br B f Havana Gold (IRE) - Super Midge (Royal Applause) Pat Cosgrave J
O Mr Adrian McAlpine George Boughey, Newmarket T
B Kirtlington Stud & Mrs Mary Taylor George Boughey Racing Ltd, SBK S TIMEFORMVIEWFoaledApril 14. 34,000 gns yearling, Havana Gold filly Half-sisterto several winners, including useful 2-y-o6fwinnerSquashand2-y-o5fwinnerSilkenPetals.Damrantwice.Interestingnewcomer TFRHHHII BHA-
3 SOLANO AVENUE (GB) (18) 5 9-2 (5)
Br B fArdad (IRE) - North East Bay (USA) (Prospect Bay (CAN)) Connor Planas (3) J
O Artemis Thoroughbred Racing Tom Clover, Newmarket T
B Thurso Limited
TIMEFORMVIEWOnce-raced filly. Fifth of10 in novice atWolverhampton (7.2f, 11/1) on debut 18 days ago, slowlyaway. Opentoimprovement. TFRHHIII BHA-
4 CHAMPAGNEBREAKFAST (GB) (-) (2lb) 9-0 (1)
Br B f Churchill (IRE) - Gertrude Gray (IRE) (Hurricane Run (IRE)) J
O E S-O Racing club and partner Edward Smyth-Osbourne, Upper Lambourn T
B Lady Bamford
NON-RUNNER
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 22. 6,000 gns yearling, Churchill filly. Sister to 2-y-o 7.4f winner Golden War. Likely a longer-termprospect. TFRHHIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2023: UNREALCONNECTION 2 9 2 Rhys Clutterbuck 18-1 (Amanda Perrett) 9 ran
Stewards Note:
SOLANO AVENUE: Following its run on 29/7/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
Probable S.P’s: 6-5 Creative Lady (IRE), 7-2 Graduated (GB), 4-1 Missile Mac (GB), 9-1 Solano Avenue (GB),
PLAY SMARTER
CREATIVE LADY showed plenty to work on when runner-up at Lingfield last month and is taken to open her account. Graduated looks the obvious danger on form, however market strength behind George Boughey’s newcomer Missile Mac could prove significant.
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Br B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Cyrenaica (IRE) (Angliana (USA)) Pat Cosgrave J
O Mr George Waud George Boughey, Newmarket T
B Alla Bobaker TIMEFORMVIEW10/1,thirdof7inhandicapatNewmarket(7f,good)7daysago.Cheekpieceson1sttime.Notoutofthings. TFRHHHII BHA76
5 MUSCIKA (GB) (21) 230002 CD
10 9-4 (1)
Br B g Kyllachy - Miss Villefranche (Danehill Dancer (IRE)) Ben Robinson J
O Gallop Racing I David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Dukes Stud & Overbury Stallions Ltd Gain Equine Nutrition S TIMEFORMVIEWBouncedrightbacktoformwhensecondinbig-fieldhandicapatYorklastmonth,therefittingofheadgear(mostofhiswinsinsuch)and returntopositivetacticsbothseeminglycatalysts.Wonthisevent(off2lblower)lastyearandholdsstrongclaimsofarepeat. TFRHHHHH BHA72
6 OKAMI (IRE) (24) 1000-00 D
4 9-1 (4)
Br B g Showcasing - Brexitmeansbrexit (Helmet (AUS)) Rhys Clutterbuck J
O Mrs P. J. Sheen Laura Mongan, Epsom T
B M. Phelan Arthur Wait Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWCheekpiecesonfor1sttime,lastof9inhandicap(80/1)atLingfield(8f,AW)24daysago.Backdownintrip. Makeslimitedappeal.
7 MERRIMACK (GB) (21) 000110 D
Br B g Showcasing - Megan Lily (IRE) (Dragon Pulse (IRE))
TFRHIIII BHA69
(3)
Connor Planas (3) J
O Mr W Enticknap & Mr B Ralph Stuart Williams, Newmarket T
B Montcastle Bloodstock Ltd Tote S TIMEFORMVIEWFrontrunnermuchimprovedfornewyardinvisor,easilymakingallinBrighton/Yarmouthhandicapslast month.BelowparindeepercontestatYorklatestbutmustentercalculationshere.
8 COOPERATION (IRE) (28) 20-5000 D
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6 8-11 (7)
Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Ripalong (IRE) (Revoque (IRE)) Dylan Hogan J
O The Attwater Partnership Michael Attwater, Epsom T
B Pier House Stud TIMEFORMVIEWThirteenrunssincelastwinin2023.Seventhof10inhandicapatNottingham(6.1f,good,33/1)28daysago. Worktodo TFRHHIII BHA65
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2023: MUSCIKA 9 9 4 Cieren Fallon 9-4 (David O’Meara) 5 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 4. Hood worn by No 8. Visor worn by No 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6.
Stewards Note:
TOURIST: Following its run on 13/8/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
OKAMI: Following its run on 23/7/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free and stopped quickly
Last year’s winner MUSCIKA has been given a chance by the handicapper and returned to form at York 3 weeks ago He is fancied to take the prize home again. Tourist and Merrimack can also make their presence felt.
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STANDARD & RECORD TIME
Racing Post Standard Time: 1 min, 7.80 secs
Record Time: 1 min, 6.20 secs - Watchable - 1st June 2019, Good to Firm
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Br Ch g Sea The Moon (GER) - Proserpine (USA) (Hat Trick (JPN))
O Miss N. Miliam
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
(7)
Gina Mangan (3) J
Rachel Cook & John Bridger, Liphook T
TIMEFORMVIEW5/4, career best when winning 12-runner handicap at Lingfield (12f,AW) 17 days ago. Thriving all of a suddenandworthachancetocompletethehat-trick. TFRHHHHH BHA59
Br B g Adaay (IRE) - Pax Aeterna (USA) (War Front (USA)) Edward Greatrex J
O Forever Amber Mark Pattinson, Epsom T
B G. B. Partnership
TIMEFORMVIEWTwentytwo runs since last win in 2022. 17/2, good second of 10 in minor event at Lingfield (10f, AW) 24daysago Meritsconsiderationdespiteapoorstrikerate. TFRHHHII BHA49
DECLARED RUNNERS 11
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LASTYEAR
Blinkers worn first time by No 1. Blinkers worn by No 3. Visor worn by No 8. Tongue Strap worn by No 11. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6. Stewards Note:
RIVER ALWEN: Following its run on 1/8/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.
ProbableS.P’s: 9-2 Imperial Cult (IRE), 5-1 Corporate Raider(IRE), 13-2 Early Morning Dew (FR), 9-1 Rainbow Sign (GB), 11-1 Star of Epsom (GB), 12-1 Martin Spirit (IRE), 14-1 Lawn Ranger (GB), Mrembo (GB), River Alwen (IRE), 18-1 Remarkable Flight (IRE), 25-1 Nasim (GB)
Having scored by a wide margin at Lingfield last month, IMPERIAL CULT followed up with something to spare there a week later and is worth a chance to complete the hat-trick returning to turf Corporate Raider and Early Morning arrive in good order and strike as feasible dangers.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): A West (7 wins from 50 runners, 14%) runs HELLO COTAI TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): S & E Crisford (4 wins from 30 runners, 13%) runs FAAYZAH
LONGESTTRAVELLER: ETRETAT trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 253 miles.
1 FAAYZAH (GB) (71) 5220-6 9-9 (2)
Br B f Frankel - Red Dune (IRE) (Red Ransom (USA)) Jack Mitchell J
O Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T
Br B g Due Diligence (USA) - Gilt Linked (Compton Place) William Carver (3) J
O The Ten Club Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn T
B Whitsbury Manor Stud Tote S TIMEFORMVIEWWinneratLeicesterinJune.Goodthirdof10inhandicapatKempton(7f,16/1)9daysago Upintrip Likely tobeonthepremisesagain.
TFRHHHHI BHA71
3 HELLO COTAI (IRE) (16) 423210 CD 9-7 (1)
Br B g Cotai Glory - Hellofahaste (Hellvelyn) Aidan Keeley (3) J
O Ownaracehorse and Ross Deacon Adam West, Epsom T
B Kangyu International Racing
TIMEFORMVIEWWinnerhere inJuly. Eighth of10 in handicap at Sandown (8f, goodto firm, 15/2) 16 days ago.Typeto bouncebackquickly
TFRHHHII BHA69
4 ETRETAT (GB) (18) 453221 D 9-5 (3)
Br B g Wootton Bassett - Normandie (GER) (Redoute’s Choice (AUS)) Pat Cosgrave J
O Kingsley Park 40 - Ready To Run Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B L Dassault, Cofinvest & Haras d’Etreham Johnston Racing Ltd S
Br B f Calyx - Susan Stroman (Monsun (GER)) Rhys Clutterbuck J
O Mr Derren Woods
Amanda Perrett, Pulborough T
B Woodley Park Farm & Stud Tattersalls S
TIMEFORMVIEWCourse winner. 7/1, good fourth of10 in handicap at Sandown (8f, good to firm) 16 days ago, caught furtherbackthanideal.Worthchancinginthehopethatthere’sasolidpaceonthecards. TFRHHHHH BHA65
6 CHERRY KING (GB) (223) 00-5 8-5 (4)
Br B g Golden Horn - Kahlua Kiss (Mister Baileys)
O Mr B Piper and Partner
Connor Planas (3) J
Stuart Williams, Newmarket T
B Horizon Bloodstock Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWThrice-raced maiden. Fifth of11 in novice at Kempton (7f, 40/1), slowlyaway. Off7 months. Up intrip. Makeshandicapdebut.Shouldhavemoretoofferandisworthyofmarketinspection. TFRHHHII BHA53
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LASTYEAR
Hood worn by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3.
Course winner UNREAL CONNECTION is down to a mark that looks appealing and she’s shaped as if back in top form the last twice, so she takes narrow preference over Etretat, who justified support in cosy fashion at Wolverhampton 18 days ago Ten Commitments’ latest effort could be marked up, so he’s also worth respecting.
THE FAMILY RACE DAY MONDAY AUGUST 26 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): J Boyle (15 wins from 148 runners, 10%) runs MARLAY PARK TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J Channon (6 wins from 23 runners, 26%) runs THE SMILING WOLF LONGESTTRAVELLER: ISLAND NATIVE trained by M Appleby, Oakham, 135 miles.
1 MARLAY PARK (GB) (29) 4-04000 CD
Br B or Br g Cable Bay (IRE) - Lovers’ Vows (Dubawi (IRE)) Pat Cosgrave J
O Inside Track Racing Club Jim Boyle, Epsom T
B Highclere Stud & Jake Warren Ltd Jim Boyle Racing S
Br B g Oasis Dream - Saucy Minx (IRE) (Dylan Thomas (IRE)) Aidan Keeley (3) J
O Mrs F Cotton,Mr & Mrs P Conway Amanda Perrett, Pulborough T
B Mr & Mrs Cotton / Mrs Suzanne Conway Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW 5/1, respectable fifth of 9 in handicap at Brighton (8f, good) 9 days ago, doing too much too soon. Cheekpiecesbackon.Chanceonoldformandisworthyofrespect. TFRHHHHI BHA76(-1)
3 ISLAND NATIVE (IRE) (16) 022105 D 4 9-13 (1)
Br Gr g Caravaggio (USA) - Way of Light (IRE) (Dylan Thomas (IRE))
O The Horse Watchers 7
Alistair Rawlinson J
Michael Appleby, Oakham T
B Edgeridge Ltd Timeform S TIMEFORM VIEW 3 wins from 17 runs this year. Latest win at Beverley in June. Last of 5 in handicap at Leicester (8.2f,goodtofirm,7/2)16daysago Needstogetbackontrack. TFRHHHII BHA74
4 THE SMILING WOLF (GB) (2) 52-4000
3 9-6 (3)
Br Ch g Twilight Son - Quirky Gertie (IRE) (Fast Company (IRE)) Edward Greatrex J
O The Endless Folly Partnership
B Endless Folly Partnership
Jack Channon, West Ilsley T
Jack Channon Racing Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWLastof7inhandicapatFfosLas(8f,heavy,5/2)2daysago.Strugglingforformandhasplentytoprove.
O The Honorable Earle I. Mack Marco Botti, Newmarket T
B Newstead Breeding Marco Botti Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWThrice-racedmaiden.33/1,seventhof8innoviceatNewmarket(8f,good)28daysago.Makeshandicap debut.Morerequiredbuthe’sunexposed.
6 REVOLUTIONISE (IRE) (28) 502666 D
BHA71
(7)
Br Gr g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Modeeroch (IRE) (Mozart (IRE)) Dylan Hogan J
O Mrs J Morley & Regents Racing Stuart Williams, Newmarket T
B Ballylinch Stud Tote S TIMEFORMVIEWSixthof13inhandicapatNewmarket(7f,good,18/1)28daysago.SeemsmoreeffectiveonAW,soothers aremoreappealing.
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7 LAND OF MAGIC (GB) (6) 663313 CD 3 8-13 (4)
Br B f Land Force (IRE) - Kelowna (IRE) (Pivotal) Rhys Clutterbuck J
O Mrs Daphne Finch
Rachel Cook & John Bridger, Liphook T
B Highclere Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win here in July. 11/2, creditable third of 6 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, good) 6 days ago. Othersmorepersuasive.
8 GUNS AND FLOWERS (IRE) (100) 60-5660 3 8-8 (2)
Br B f Vocalised (USA) - Stair An Damhsa (IRE) (Teofilo (IRE)) Gina Mangan (3) J
O Mrs P. J. Sheen
B J. S. Bolger
Laura Mongan, Epsom T
Arthur Wait Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEW100/1,firstrunsinceleavingAliceHayneswhenseventhof10inhandicapatKempton(8f),leftpoorly placed.Off100days Hardtomakeasolidcasefor.
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
2023:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LASTYEAR
Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 3.
Stewards Note:
ISLAND NATIVE: Following its run on 31/7/2024 it was reported that the horse stumbled early and ran too free.
THE SMILING WOLF: Following its run on 14/8/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.
KING DAVID: Following its run on 19/7/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
ProbableS.P’s: 5-2 Land of Magic (GB), 7-2 Dream of Mischief (GB), 11-2 Marlay Park (GB), 15-2 Island Native (IRE), 11-1 Revolutionise (IRE), 12-1 King David (IRE), 22-1 The Smiling Wolf (GB), 33-1 Guns And Flowers (IRE)
MARLAY PARK is yet to reach top form this season but his mark is appealing now and this is easier than the races he’s been contesting, so he’s worth a chance to bounce back Land of Magic is an obvious threat and Dream of Mischief was better than the result last time.
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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 £154,043 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 24th June to 15th September 2024
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
British Horseracing. All racehorses competing in Britain are stabled at the premises of trainers who are licensed by The British Horseracing Authority. The standards demanded by The BHA of licensed racehorse trainers far exceed those prescribed by animal welfare legislation. The British Horseracing Authority similarly licenses every racecourse, setting high standards for the racing surface and all parts of the course used by competitors, both human and equine. BHA Officials ensure that racecourses delivers these standards. In addition Epsom Downs Racecourse employs three veterinary surgeons, whose sole responsibility it is to provide care to the horses throughout their time at the racecourse In the event of an incident on the racecourse, any horse affected will receive immediate treatment from the racecourse’s veterinary team Qualified paramedics and doctors are also on hand in the case of any incident involving a jockey If any incident occurs during a race it is routine practice for screens to be erected around the horse or jockey receiving treatment. This is to allow the veterinary or medical personnel to make a safe and accurate diagnosis and so that they may perform any treatment in a private and calm environment. If necessary, horses and riders will be transported from the course to receive further treatment at the nearest equine hospital or Accident & Emergency hospital.
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TODAY'S RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 1.40 - THE BETFRED NIFTY 50 NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Jockey Club Grassroots Nursery Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4448 to the winning horse The second to receive £2087, the third £1042, the fourth £521 and the fifth £260 for two yrs old only, Rated 0-70 (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72 - see Standard Conditions) Enter by noon, August 10th and pay £42 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 14th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 3rd, 2024, for each race won 6lb BETFRED has generously sponsored this race All horses which have Started in this race, as defined in the Rules of Racing, will be eligible to enter THE JOCKEY CLUB GRASSROOTS NURSERY FINAL, to be run over Six Furlongs at Nottingham on Wednesday, 2 October, 2024 In the event of an abandonment of a qualifying race, any horse Declared to Run in that race, or any horse entered to run in that race if the time of the abandonment was prior to the declaration stage, will be qualified to enter the Final. Any horse which has been eliminated from a qualifier will also be eligible, subject to the Rules of Racing, to enter the Final. 16 entries at £42. - Closed August 10th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3510; Second £1755; Third £877; Fourth £439; Fifth £219. (PenaltyValue £4448.90) SS SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.15 - THE BRITISH EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands C and D)(EBF Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5400 to the winning horseThe second to receive £2535, the third £1268 and the fourth £634. formaiden two yrs old fillies only,whichareE.B.F eligible,whichareinBandsCandD.Enterbynoon,August10thandpay£50stake,Declareby 10.00 a.m. August 14th. Weights: 9st 2lb each Allowances: Band D from Band C 2lb THE TRUSTEES OFTHE E.B.F have kindlycontributedtowardsthe prize moneyforthis race All horseswhich are placed inthe first six in an EBF Restricted Maiden orNovice race qualifierin 2024will be qualifiedto run in eitherTHE £100,000 EBFRESTRICTED
RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for fillies only) at Goodwood on 25 September, 2024, or THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL(CLASS 2) (for colts and geldings only) atYork on 11 October, 2024 Both races will be run over seven furlongs. NOTE: Horses entered or declared in a race which is subsequently abandoned will not be eligible to enter a Final. 13 entries at £50 - Closed August 10th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (PenaltyValue £5400) SS
SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.50 - THE BETFRED ‘THE CLASSIC BOOKMAKER’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (Jockey Club Grassroots Sprint Series Qualifier) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6019 to the winning horse The second to receive £2824, the third £1411, the fourth £706 and the fifth £351. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions) £57 stake ifthe horse is rated 61 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £46 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 14th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 3rd, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb BETFRED has generously sponsored this race All horses which have Started in this race, as defined in the Rules of Racing, will be eligible to enter THE JOCKEY CLUB GRASSROOTS FLAT SPRINT SERIES HANDICAP FINAL, to be run over about Six Furlongs at Nottingham on Wednesday, 2 October, 2024 In the event of an abandonment of a qualifying race, any horse Declared to Run in that race, or any horse entered to run in that race if the time of the abandonment was prior to the declaration stage, will be qualified to enter the Final. Any horse which has been eliminated from a qualifier will also be eligible, subject to the Rules of Racing, to enter the Final. 12 entries at £57 - Closed August 10th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4748; Second £2375; Third £1187; Fourth £593; Fifth £297. (PenaltyValue £6019.10) SS SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.25 - THE BETFRED PLAY FRED’S £5 MILLION HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3402 to the winning horse The second to receive £1596, the third £797, the fourth £399 and the fifth £198. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions) £32 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake ifthe horse is rated 45 or lowerwith £26 extra ifthe horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 14th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 12lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 5lb Penalties, after August 3rd, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb BETFRED has generouslysponsoredthis race 17 entries at £32. - ClosedAugust 10th, 2024 OwnersPrizeMoney.Winner£2684;Second£1342;Third£671;Fourth£335;Fifth£168.(PenaltyValue£3402.10)SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.00 - THE BETFRED ‘BET BUILDER’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4448 to the winning horse The second to receive £2087, the third £1042, the fourth £521 and the fifth £260 for three yrs old only, Rated 53-72 (also open to such horses rated 73 and 74; such horses rated 52 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions) £42 stake if the horse is rated 53 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 52 or lower with £34 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 14th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 3rd, 2024, for each race won 6lb BETFRED has generously sponsored this race 15 entries at £42. - Closed August 10th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3510; Second £1755; Third £877; Fourth £439; Fifth £219. (PenaltyValue £4448.90) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 ofthe Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.35 - THE FAMILY RACE DAY MONDAY AUGUST 26 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4448 to the winning horse The second to receive £2087, the third £1042, the fourth £521 and the fifth £260 for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions) £42 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £34 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 14th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 3rd, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb 16 entries at £42. - Closed August 10th, 2024 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3510; Second £1755; Third £877; Fourth £439; Fifth £219. (PenaltyValue £4448.90) SS
