Hamilton Park Racecard - Sunday 24th September

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SUNDAY 24 SEPTEMBER 2023

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Monday 25th September

Monday 2nd October

THANK

The family and friends of Big Drew Hunter

David Cairns & Family

WELCOME

Good afternoon and welcome to our USAVE Utility Contracts Raceday, the first of two fantastic days of racing here at Hamilton Park.

My thanks go to all of today’s sponsors – USAVE Utility Contracts, who are our title sponsors today, the European Breeders Fund, Stein Electrical & Mechanical Solutions Ltd, David Cairns and Family, The Village Tavern, McEwan Grant Construction & Retail Joinery Contractors. Your sponsorship is very much appreciated and enables us to be able to continue to offer the record levels of prize money available this season as well as invest in the overall development of the racecourse We also welcome students from across the central belt of Scotland who join us today, many for the first time, through the Invades initiative. I hope all of our valued partners and guests here with us this afternoon have a great time

We’ve got seven competitive races scheduled this afternoon with today’s feature race, the USAVE Business Energy Specialist Fillies’ Handicap due off at 4pm. This is a Class 4 contest over six furlongs with three of today’s six runners holding two wins apiece over course and distance this season. Iain Jardine’s Giselles Izzy and the Tristan Davidson-trained Iris Dancer both claimed a win here on their last outing at the beginning of September while Slainte Mhath scored twice earlier in the summer for Katie Scott I’m sure their respective connections will be hoping to make it a hat-trick of wins in 2023 today

Once the racing action has finished, we are delighted to be welcoming 80’s TV presenter and radio icon Pat Sharp, who will be spinning some of his all-time favourite tunes which are guaranteed to keep the party atmosphere going. Pat will take to the decks in the Parade Ring Marquee after the last race where the bar will be open until 7.15pm, so do head over and join the after-party!

We’re back racing again tomorrow with our Maggie’s Goes Racing September Weekend Family Raceday. We’ll have all of our usual FREE kids’ entertainment, making this the perfect day out for the whole family this holiday Monday It’s not too late to grab a discounted ticket to join us tomorrow so I do hope to see some of you again. Tickets are available at www.hamiltonpark.co.uk and as always under 18s get FREE admission.

Have a great day and I hope you back a winner or two.

Kind regards,

ASHLEY MOON, RACECOURSE MANAGING DIRECTOR

TRACKFACTS

TOP COURSE TRAINERS

LEADING TRAINERS AT HAMILTON (2018-2023) WITH RUNNERS:

J GOLDIE (38 wins from 346 runners, 11%) runs ROCK MELODY (4.00), TAFSIR and AIGHEAR (5.40).

R FAHEY (32 wins from 198 runners, 16%) runs GARFIELD SHADOW (2.15).

I JARDINE (28 wins from 259 runners, 11%) runs ACONCAGUA MOUNTAIN (2.50), BRINGBACKMEMORIES (3.25), GISELLES IZZY (4.00), THE GAY BLADE (4.35), LUNACY (5.10), KELLS (5.40).

TRAINERS IN FORM:

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

C JOHNSTON (10 wins from 77 runners, 13%) runs BLUE ANTARES (5.10), ASK PETER (5.40).

R FAHEY (8 wins from 62 runners, 13%) runners listed above.

J GOLDIE (7 wins from 40 runners, 18%) runners listed above.

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS:

LEADING JOCKEYS AT HAMILTON (2018-2023) WITH RIDES:

BEN CURTIS (42 wins from 147 rides, 29%) rides HONDO (5.10).

PAUL MULRENNAN (34 wins from 205 rides, 17%) rides ROCK MELODY (4.00), TAFSIR (5.40).

ANDREW MULLEN (22 wins from 217 rides, 10%) rides BRINGBACKMEMORIES (3.25), IRIS DANCER (4.00), THE GAY BLADE (4.35), LUNACY (5.10), KELLS (5.40).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

DANIEL TUDHOPE (9 wins from 39 rides, 23%) rides BLUE STORM (2.15), LOVE LIES (4.00).

BEN CURTIS (7 wins from 39 rides, 18%) rides listed above.

DAVID ALLAN (7 wins from 43 rides, 16%) rides QUANAH (2.50), RUSSCO (4.35).

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 2.50 Quanah (won off 53 down 7lb to 46); 4.35 Burj Malinka (won off 66 down 3lb to 63); Glorious Rio (won off 70 down 10lb to 60); Selby’s Pride (won off 77 down 10lb to 67).

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 22nd September

TODAY’S JOCKEYS

2.50, 4.35

Andrew Breslin

4.35

Ben Curtis

5.10

Tom Eaves

4.35

Joe Fanning

5.10

Sam James

4.00, 4.35, 5.10

Graham Lee

2.15, 5.40

Paddy Mathers

2.50

2.50, 3.25, 4.35, 5.10, 5.40

Luke Morris

2.15, 3.25, 4.35, 5.40

Andrew Mullen

2.50, 3.25, 4.00, 4.35, 5.10, 5.40

Paul Mulrennan

3.25, 4.00, 5.40

Connor Murtagh

4.35, 5.10

Oisin Orr

2.15, 5.10

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William Pyle

2.50, 4.00

Ryan Sexton

4.35

Daniel Tudhope

2.15, 4.00

Amie Waugh

5.40

Zak Wheatley

4.00

George Wood

2.50, 4.35

Archie Young

3.25, 5.40

1 GAMESTERS ICON (72) B f Sixties Icon - Gamesters Lady 4 9-7 (9)

Owner: Lets be lucky racing 20 and partner

Breeder: Mr D. V. Williams

Probable S.P.: 14-1

Sponsor:

Jockey: Kevin Stott

Trainer: Oliver Greenall, Malpas

Headgear: Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

FORM: 40-3500

1. Owners Colours Graphic

2. Horse’s Saddlecloth number

3. Horse’s Name

4. Days since last ran

5. Colour of Horse

B = Bay, Br = Brown, Ch = Chestnut, Gr = Grey, Ro = Roan

6. Sex of Horse

c = Colt, h = Horse, g = Gelding, f = Filly, m = Mare

7. Sire

8. Dam

STAR RATINGS EXPLAINED

9. Age

10. Weight Carried

11. Draw

12. Previous Performances

C = Course Winner, D = Distance

Winner, BF = Beaten Favourite

13. Form Comments

14. Timeform Rating

15. Jockey (If there is a number next to the name this indicates that the Jockey can claim that amount of weight (lbs) off the stated riding weight.)

Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:

HHHHH Selected to win the race.

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims.

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

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P. J. McDonald

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First Race

THE USAVE BUSINESS ENERGY CONSULTANCY

EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This five furlongs Novice Stakes is restricted to two-yearolds but in order to take part all of the runners must meet certain conditions. Unlike a maiden, which is restricted to horses yet to record a victory, winning horses which have run in a maximum of six races are eligible to run. Weights are set according to sex before previous winners are allocated penalties depending on the level at which they have been successful.

RACE STATISTICS

Leading course trainer (17-22): R Fahey (32 wins from 198 runners, 16%) runs GARFIELD SHADOW Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Fahey (8 wins from 61 runners, 13%) runs GARFIELD SHADOW Longest Traveller: OUR BANK trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, 367 miles.

BETTING FORECAST: 15-8 Blue Storm (GB),

3-1 Garfield Shadow (IRE), 10-3 Our Bank (IRE),

4-1 Good Point (GB)

RACE SUMMARY: BLUE STORM has been off the track since May but he’s in very good hands and this represents a significant drop in class. Assuming all is well he can defy a penalty, possibly at the chief expense of Our Bank unless there’s confidence behind the Fahey newcomer Garfield Shadow.

1-2-3: 1.BLUE STORM 2.OUR BANK (IRE) 3.GARFIELD SHADOW (IRE)

FOR NOVICE TWO YRS OLD NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 4

USAVE Utilities have very generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £3115; Second £1557; Third £779; Fourth £389. (Penalty Value £3942)

2022: INSTALLATION 2 9 7 Oisin Orr 15-8 (Richard Fahey) 6 ran

RACEFORM

MEDIAN TIME: 1 min 0.40 secs

1 BLUE STORM (GB) (122) B or Br c Blue Point (IRE) - Riskit Fora Biskit (IRE) 9-11 (4)

Owner: Mr Sultan Ali

Breeder: Highview Bloodstock Ltd

Probable S.P.: 15-8

Jockey: Daniel Tudhope

Trainer: James Tate, Newmarket

Form: 16 D

VIEW £75,000 Blue Point half-brother to 2-y-o 6f winner Silver Surfer and smart 6f/6.5f winner Asjad. Dam 5f/6f winner Displayed sharp turn of foot when making a taking winning debut at Newmarket in April (race worked out). Disappointing in Listed company a month later and off since but this is easier TF RatingHHHHH BHA 89

2 GARFIELD SHADOW (IRE) (-) B c James Garfield (IRE) - Lara’s Theme (IRE) 9-4 (1)

Owner: Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum Jockey: Oisin Orr

Breeder: Peter Jones

Probable S.P.: 3-1

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

1/2m winner Flowers of Spring. Newcomer for excellent yard

3 GOOD POINT (GB) (44) Br c Blue Point (IRE) - She’s A Worldie (IRE)

Owner: Mr S. Chappell & Partner

Breeder: Mr S. Chappell

Probable S.P.: 4-1

Sponsor: Tote Form: 023 BF

Jockey: Graham Lee

Trainer: Bryan Smart, Hambleton

VIEW Speedy sort but failed to match runner-up effort at Beverley when third of 7 in novice event at Musselburgh (5f, good) 44 days ago

4 OUR BANK (IRE) (18) B g Mehmas (IRE) - Hassaad 9-4 (2)

Owner: Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum

Breeder: Novidale Limited

Probable S.P.: 10-3

Jockey: Luke Morris

Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Form: 64 TIMEFORM VIEW Still looks a work-in-progress but stepped up on markedly on opening run when fourth of 9 in novice event at Lingfield (5f, AW) 18 days ago

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Second Race

2.50pm

THE MOIRA STEIN MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a five furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 58. 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.

RACE STATISTICS

Leading course trainer (17-22): I Jardine (28 wins from 259 runners, 11%) runs ACONCAGUA MOUNTAIN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): I Jardine (3 wins from 34 runners, 9%) runs ACONCAGUA MOUNTAIN

Weightwatcher: NODSASGOODASAWINK won off a handicap mark of 54, her rating is now down 8lb to 46.

Longest Traveller: QUANAH trained by L Bailey, Middleham, 164 miles.

BETTING FORECAST: 10-11 Aconcagua Mountain (IRE), 4-1 Ski Angel (GB), 5-1 Captain Corcoran (IRE), 14-1 Annie Maher (GB), 28-1 Quanah (IRE), 33-1 Nodsasgoodasawink (GB)

RACE SUMMARY: ACONCAGUA MOUNTAIN opened his account for 2023 in good style at Ayr only three days ago and is hard to oppose turned out quickly under a 5lb penalty in this much less competitive sprint. The consistent Ski Angel appeals as the one to chase home Iain Jardine’s handily-weighted 5-y-o ahead of Captain Corcoran.

1-2-3: 1.ACONCAGUA MOUNTAIN (IRE) 2.SKI ANGEL

3.CAPTAIN CORCORAN (IRE)

STEWARDS NOTE: ANNIE MAHER: Following its run on 11/9/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.NODSASGOODASAWINK: Following its run on 16/9/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.

FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 63)

Stein Electrical have very generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181.

(Penalty Value £3663.80)

2022: RED ALLURE 7 9 7

Paddy Mathers 17-2 (Rebecca Menzies) 13 ran

RACEFORM

MEDIAN TIME: 1 min 0.40 secs

1 ACONCAGUA MOUNTAIN (IRE) (3) B g Requinto (IRE) - My Rules (IRE)

Owner: Evelyn Duchess of Sutherland

Breeder: Michael Guinan

Probable S.P.: 10-11

Sponsor: Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes

5 10-0 (4)

Jockey: Archie Young (7) (in 5lb ex)

Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Headgear: Blinkers

TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark for the season with a ready win in 20-runner handicap at Ayr (5f good to soft) 3 days ago

Form: 330421 D

The one to beat under a 5lb penalty TF RatingHHHHH BHA 58

2 ANNIE MAHER (GB) (13) B f Zoustar (AUS) - Cordial

Owner: URSA Major Racing Ltd and Partner

Breeder: The Cordial Partnership

Probable S.P.: 14-1

Sponsor: Overlander Vehicles

Jockey: William Pyle (5)

Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels

3 9-7 (6)

Headgear: Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

Form: 653060 TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden who has been below form all three starts for her current trainer only eighth at Newcastle 13 days ago Tongue strap/cheekpieces go on for 1st time but others are preferred. TF RatingHHIII BHA 57

3 SKI ANGEL (GB) (3) B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Excelette (IRE)

Owner: Drew & Ailsa Russell

Breeder: Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd

Probable S.P.: 4-1

Sponsor: Tattersalls

Jockey: P. J. McDonald

Trainer: R. Mike Smith, Galston

3 8-12 (3)

Form: 631430 D

4

Form: 065503 D

5

Form: 0-000

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened her account at Ayr in July and has continued in good nick, not enjoying the clearest of runs when eleventh of 20 to Aconcagua Mountain at Ayr (5f, good to soft) 3 days ago In the mix off a 3lb lower mark. TF RatingHHHHI BHA 48

CAPTAIN CORCORAN (IRE) (6) B g Anjaal - Hms Pinafore (IRE)

Owner: Matt Watkinson Racing II

Breeder: Elton Lodge Stud

Probable S.P.: 5-1

Sponsor: Lancashire Racing Stables Limited

Jockey: George Wood

Trainer: Stella Barclay, Garstang

Headgear: Blinkers

6 8-11 (1)

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now thirteen runs since his last win in 2022 but he posted a good third of 10 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, soft) 6 days ago Can give another good account.

RatingHHHII BHA 45

QUANAH (IRE) (27) Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) - Boucheron 7 8-11 (5)

Owner: Mrs Ailsa Stirling

Breeder: Stonecross Stud

Probable S.P.: 28-1

Sponsor: Show Business Interiors Ltd

Jockey: David Allan

Trainer: Liam Bailey, Middleham

Owner: Miss L. A. Perratt

Breeder: Norman Court Stud, P. Taplin & MCB Ltd

Probable S.P.: 33-1

Sponsor: North Allerton Racing

Jockey: Paddy Mathers

Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride

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D R E W H U NT ER

Drew Hunter

A devoted Husband, Father and Grandfather. A true competitor, whether, in his younger days, on the football field, or latterly as a fine bowler at Larkhall Bowling Club.

A true friend to all who knew him at his local pub, The Village Tavern in Larkhall. Also, a true student of the Turf and all things Horse Racing. The man is greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Third Race

3.25pm

THE BIG DREW HUNTER MEMORIAL SELLING STAKES (CLASS 4)

RACE DESCRIPTION

Selling Stakes exist as an outlet for connections to sell their horses. Any horse that wins a seller, such as this one mile and one furlong contest for three, four and five-year-olds only, is automatically put up for public auction in the Winners’ Enclosure at the end of the race and goes to the highest bidder, so make sure to head that way after the race as the auction is usually well worth seeing.

RACE STATISTICS

Leading course trainer (17-22): I Jardine (28 wins from 259 runners, 11%) runs

BRINGBACKMEMORIES

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): I Jardine (3 wins from 34 runners, 9%) runs

BRINGBACKMEMORIES

Longest Traveller: LETTER OF THE LAW trained by J G O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn, 335 miles.

BETTING FORECAST: 5-6 Bringbackmemories (FR), 7-2 Iconique (GB), 6-1 Yeeeaah (IRE), 11-1 Dark Company (IRE), 33-1 Letter of The Law (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY: BRINGBACKMEMORIES is a reliable sort who holds the clear edge on form lowered in grade here so he looks very much the way to go. Iconique and Yeeeaah appeal as the duo to give the selection most to do and can chase him home in that order

1-2-3: 1.BRINGBACKMEMORIES (FR) 2.ICONIQUE

3.YEEEAAH (IRE)

STEWARDS NOTE: ICONIQUE: Following its run on 12/9/2023 it was reported that the horse was slowly into stride

FOR THREE, FOUR AND FIVE YRS OLD

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 5

THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF BIG DREW HUNTER

The family and friends of Big Drew Hunter will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4288; Second £2144; Third £1072; Fourth £536. (Penalty Value £5426.99)

2022: GIFTED RULER 5 9 2 Clifford Lee 10-11 (Hugo Palmer) 5 ran

RACEFORM

MEDIAN TIME: 1 min 59.10 secs

Winning Winning Runs

Form: 220053

Owner: Mr J. Fyffe

Jockey: Andrew Mullen

Breeder: S.C.E.A. Team Hogdala France et al Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Probable S.P.: 5-6

Headgear: Tongue Strap

Sponsor: Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd, Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes

VIEW Fair and consistent 1m2f winner who posted another solid effort when third of 6 in handicap

good) 5 days ago Leading claims dropped into a seller

Owner: Mr Richard Prince Jockey: Archie Young (7)

Breeder: Skymarc Farm

Probable S.P.: 11-1 Form: 222150

Owner: Mr N. G. H. Ayliffe

Breeder: Forenaghts Stud & Tinnakill Bloodstock

S.P.: 33-1

Trainer: Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster

John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn

Form: 023031

Owner: Bell Mount Racing

Breeder: Mr T. J. Adams

Probable S.P.: 6-1

Sponsor: Jewson Limited

P. J. McDonald

Trainer: Tristan Davidson, Carlisle

TIMEFORM VIEW Finally got off the mark in 12-runner handicap at Carlisle (7.8f, good to firm) 17 days ago Well on top at the finish there so he needs considering.

RatingHHHII BHA 58

5 ICONIQUE (GB) (12) (£10000) GrmSixtiesIcon-RoseCheval(USA)(Johannesburg(USA)) 5 8-11 (2)

Owner: URSA Major Racing Ltd & S Greig

Breeder: Mrs Tina Dawson

Probable S.P.: 7-2

Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds, Aep-Global

Jockey: Joe Fanning

Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Form: 363536

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now nineteen runs since her last win in 2021 but she comes here in decent nick, sixth of 10 in handicap at Leicester (10f, soft) 12 days ago Shortlisted.

RatingHHHHI BHA 58

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Fourth Race

4.00pm

THE USAVE BUSINESS ENERGY SPECIALIST

FILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a six furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards fillies and mares only which have been rated from 61 to 80. 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 75 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 70.

RACE STATISTICS

Leading course trainer (17-22):

J Goldie (38 wins from 346 runners, 11%) runs ROCK MELODY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days):

J Goldie (7 wins from 40 runners, 18%) runs ROCK MELODY

Longest Traveller: LOVE LIES trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, 367 miles.

BETTING FORECAST: 15-8 Love Lies (IRE), 4-1 Rock Melody (IRE), 6-1 Slainte Mhath (GB), 15-2 Iris Dancer (GB), Giselles Izzy (IRE), 9-1 Isle of Dreams (GB)

RACE SUMMARY: A trappy sprint, the vast majority arriving in fine form, though handicap-newcomer LOVE LIES makes most appeal after a pair of wins in maiden and novice company. Rock Melody is also engaged in the Ayr Bronze Cup but would merit plenty of respect if coming here, whilst Slainte Mhath is usually very reliable over C&D and can shrug off a rare poor effort last time 1-2-3: 1.LOVE LIES (IRE) 2.ROCK MELODY (IRE) 3.SLAINTE MHATH

FOR THREE YRS OLD AND UPWARDS FILLIES AND MARES NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 63)

USAVE Utilities have very generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £5223; Second £2612; Third £1305; Fourth £653; Fifth £326.

(Penalty Value £6621)

2022:

IRIS DANCER 4 8 9 Rowan Scott

17-2 (Tristan Davidson) 11 ran

RACEFORM

MEDIAN TIME: 1 min 13.20 secs

1 ROCK MELODY (IRE) (7) B f Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Legal Lyric (IRE)

Owner: Summerstorm Bloodstock Ltd

Breeder: John O’Connor

Probable S.P.: 4-1

Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

4 9-11 (4)

Form: 133602 D BF TIMEFORM VIEW Hold up performer who scored twice over 5f at Musselburgh this summer and arrives on the back of a creditable runner-up effort there last weekend. Just as effective over 6f and should be in the mix if taking up her declaration here. Engaged Ayr 3.25 Friday TF RatingHHHHI BHA 78

2 SLAINTE MHATH (GB) (41) Ch m Mayson - Ofelia (IRE)

Owner: Katie Scott Racing Syndicate

Breeder: Mr J. A. Knox and Mrs M. A. Knox

Probable S.P.: 6-1

Sponsor: Overlander Vehicles

Jockey: Sam James

Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels

Form: 101425 CD BF TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner 3 wins from 10 runs this year Latest win here in July Evens, rare below-par

3 LOVE LIES (IRE) (16) B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Lahabah (IRE)

Form: 411 D

Form: 11-1131 D

Owner: Clipper Logistics

Breeder: Thomas Hassett

Probable S.P.: 15-8

Jockey: Daniel Tudhope

when

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in handicap at this C&D (good to soft) 41 days ago Still makes the shortlist on the overall balance of her form. TF RatingHHHHI BHA 77

3 9-9 (5)

Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed debut promise when winning 10-runner maiden at Ayr last month before following up in 7-runner minor event at Newcastle (6f) 16 days ago, pushed out. Likely to improve further now handicapping. TF RatingHHHHH BHA 78

4 ISLE OF DREAMS (GB) (58) Gr m Gutaifan (IRE) - Munaa’s Dream

Owner: Mr John A. Duffy

Breeder: J. A. & Mrs Duffy

Probable S.P.: 9-1

Sponsor: Jpd(UK)Ltd

Jockey: Zak Wheatley (5)

Trainer: Declan Carroll, Malton

5 9-3 (3)

TIMEFORM VIEW 5-y-o mare who has built up a fine strike rate, gaining a sixth win from last 7 starts when edging ahead late on at Thirsk (6f) in July Up 2lb on the back of that but she will need to pull out bit more if she’s to defy career-high mark here. TF RatingHHHII BHA 70

5 IRIS DANCER (GB) (19) B m Kodiac - Rainbow’s Arch (IRE) 5 9-0 (6)

Owner: Auld Pals

Breeder: Llety Farms

Probable S.P.: 15-2

Sponsor: Jewson Limited

Jockey: Andrew Mullen

Trainer: Tristan Davidson, Carlisle

Headgear: Blinkers

Form: 405321 CD TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time C&D winner Didn’t need to improve to win 6-runner handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 11/4) 19 days ago Holding her form well and should give another good account.

6 GISELLES IZZY (IRE) (19) B f Camacho - Miss Cape

Owner: Sons of Stirling Ltd

Breeder: Denis Noonan

Probable S.P.: 15-2

Sponsor: Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes

Jockey: William Pyle (5)

Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Fifth Race

THE WILLIAM CAIRNS MEMORIAL CELEBRATIONS

HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a six furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 53 to 72. 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

RACE STATISTICS

Leading course trainer (17-22): I Jardine

(28 wins from 259 runners, 11%) runs THE GAY BLADE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Watson (5 wins from 42 runners, 12%) runs MIGHTY GURKHA Longest Traveller: MIGHTY GURKHA trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, 367 miles.

BETTING FORECAST: 11-2 Blazing Son (GB), Elladora (GB), 13-2 The Gay Blade (GB), 15-2 Glorious Rio (IRE), 8-1 Secret Road (IRE), 9-1 Mighty Gurkha (IRE), 10-1 Ramon di Loria (IRE), 12-1 Burj Malinka (IRE), 18-1 Russco (IRE), Selby’s Pride (GB)

RACE SUMMARY: MIGHTY GURKHA was below par at Kempton last time but this is less competitive and he’s on a good mark on the pick of this season’s form. Elladora often runs well here so is feared most ahead of Blazing Son.

1-2-3: 1.MIGHTY GURKHA (IRE) 2.ELLADORA 3.BLAZING SON

FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10

DAVID CAIRNS AND FAMILY

David Cairns & Family have very generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. Owners Prize Money.

Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206.

(Penalty Value £4187.20)

2022: THE GAY BLADE 3 8 4 Andrew Mullen 12-1 (Iain Jardine) 10 ran

RACEFORM

MEDIAN TIME: 1 min 13.20 secs

Form:

Owner: Mr Mohammed Rashid

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Jockey: Luke Morris

Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Probable S.P.: 9-1 Headgear: Blinkers

Owner: Mr A. C. Whillans

Breeder: G. T. A. SRL

Probable S.P.: 10-1

Jockey: Ryan Sexton (3)

Trainer: Ewan Whillans, Hawick

Owner: Colin and Kay Taylor

Breeder: F. Killen

Probable S.P.: 18-1

Jockey: David Allan

Trainer: Ann Duffield, Leyburn

Cheek Pieces

Owner: Mr Paul L. Drinkwater Jockey: P. J. McDonald

Breeder: Dominick Glennane

Probable S.P.: 8-1

Trainer: Tristan Davidson, Carlisle

Owner: The Smart Emblaze Partnership

Andrew Breslin

Breeder: Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd Trainer: Bryan Smart, Hambleton

Probable S.P.: 11-2 Sponsor: Tote

Owner: Alison Johnson

Breeder: W. P. S. Johnson

Probable S.P.: 18-1

Jockey: Tom Eaves

Trainer: Tony Coyle, Norton

Cheek Pieces

(IRE) (6) Ch g Pride of Dubai (AUS) - Malinka (IRE)

Owner: Dubelem (Racing) Limited

Breeder: Moyglare Stud Farm

Probable S.P.: 12-1

Sponsor: Optimus Fiduciaries Limited

Jockey: Connor Murtagh

Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay

Headgear: Cheek Pieces

8 ELLADORA (GB) (19) B m Equiano (FR) - Somersault 5 9-0 (2)

Owner: Stevens Taylor Clark Raeburn Scott

Breeder: Stourbank Stud

Probable S.P.: 11-2

Sponsor: Overlander Vehicles

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Form: 60D236

Jockey: Sam James

Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels

Headgear: Blinkers

HHHHI BHA 63

GLORIOUS RIO (IRE) (13) B g Gutaifan (IRE) - Renaissance Rio (IRE) 6 8-11(10)

Owner: Winks Racing

Breeder: Jim McDonald

Probable S.P.: 15-2

Sponsor: Lancashire Racing Stables Limited

Jockey: George Wood

Trainer: Stella Barclay, Garstang

Headgear: Cheek Pieces

TIMEFORM VIEW 4/1, below form sixth of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 13 days ago slowly away Back up in trip Cheekpieces back on.

RatingHHHII BHA 60 10 THE GAY BLADE (GB) (19) B g Mazameer (IRE) - Big Mystery (IRE) 4 8-4 (7)

Owner: Iain Jardine Racing Club

Breeder: W. G. H. Barrons

Probable S.P.: 13-2

Sponsor: Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes

Jockey: Andrew Mullen

Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Headgear: Hood

Form: 603152 CD TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win at Musselburgh in August. 11/2, good second of 8 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 19 days ago slowly away Not taken lightly

RatingHHHII BHA 53

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Sixth Race

5.10pm

THE MCEWAN GRANT, CONSTRUCTION & RETAIL JOINERY CONTRACTORS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile and three furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds only which have been rated from 51 to 70.

Like most handicaps on the flat this race is also open to horses that are rated below that particular band. However, all handicaps stipulate a minimum weight and no runner can carry less than that, irrespective of how low their rating is. This is often described as ‘running from out of the handicap’ and is considered a disadvantage

RACE STATISTICS

Leading course trainer (17-22):

I Jardine (28 wins from 259 runners, 11%) runs LUNACY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days):

C Johnston (10 wins from 76 runners, 13%) runs BLUE ANTARES

Longest Traveller:

HONDO trained by R Fell & S Murray, Nawton, 203 miles.

BETTING FORECAST: 9-4 Barrolo (GB), 10-3 Blue Antares (IRE), 11-2 Rory The Cat (IRE), 8-1 Lunacy (GB), 10-1 Rampant (GB), 11-1 Hondo (IRE), 12-1 Best Guess (IRE)

RACE SUMMARY: BARROLO has proved a different proposition having been gelded and switched to handicaps this year, winning 4 times and shaping well in the circumstances when third at Newcastle on his latest outing. He is taken to add to his tally, with Lunacy feared most back at this C&D Blue Antares can also give his running once again. 1-2-3: 1.BARROLO 2.LUNACY 3.BLUE ANTARES (IRE)

STEWARDS NOTE: BARROLO: Following its run on 8/9/2023 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run 2f out.

FOR THREE YRS OLD NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Robbie McEwan & Neil Grant have very generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out.

Owners Prize Money.

Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206.

(Penalty Value £4187.20)

2022: A LA FRANCAISE 3 9 4

Paul Mulrennan 5-4 (Jim Goldie) 11 ran

RACEFORM

MEDIAN TIME: 2 mins 24.60 secs

1 BARROLO (GB) (16) Gr g Havana Grey - Belatorio (IRE)

Owner: The Weighting Game

Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud

Probable S.P.: 9-4

Sponsor: Herbs Unlimited

Jockey: Sam James

Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton

9-9 (5)

Form: 112113

TIMEFORM VIEW Four wins from 6 runs this year with latest success at Newmarket in August. Shaped well when third of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f 9/4) 16 days ago not ideally placed and meeting trouble Can resume winning ways TF RatingHHHHH BHA 68

2 BEST GUESS (IRE) (17) Ch g Australia - Duet

Owner: Mr Anthony White

Breeder: Abdullah Al Attiyah

Probable S.P.: 12-1

Jockey: Connor Murtagh

Trainer: Barry Murtagh, Carlisle

9-8 (2)

Form: 503

TIMEFORM VIEW Matched previous form on first run since leaving Joseph Patrick O’Brien when third of 5 in minor event at Carlisle (9f, good to firm, 125/1) 17 days ago Needs to take a step forward on his handicap debut. TF RatingHHIII BHA 67

3 HONDO (IRE) (15) B g Gregorian (IRE) - Queen’s Novel

Owner: Ringfort Stud Ltd

Breeder: Ringfort Stud Ltd

Probable S.P.: 11-1

Sponsor: OR8 Wellness

Jockey: Ben Curtis

9-8 (1)

Trainer: Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton

Headgear: Cheek Pieces

Form: 446426

4

Form: 251322

TIMEFORM VIEW Below form when last of 6 in handicap at Thirsk (14f, good to soft, 8/1) 15 days ago, though unsuited by steady gallop Improvement required as he drops in trip with cheekpieces applied. TF RatingHHIII BHA 67

BLUE ANTARES (IRE) (7) Ch c Frankel - Scarlett Rose

Owner: Mr Pat Fitzsimons

Breeder: Oak Lodge Bloodstock

Probable S.P.: 10-3

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

Jockey: Joe Fanning

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Headgear: Visor

9-3 (6)

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at Ripon in August and has been holding his form well since, second of 5 in handicap (3/1) at Musselburgh (12.5f, soft) 7 days ago Can give another good account.

5 LUNACY (GB) (8) B g New Bay - Lunar Spirit 9-1 (7)

Owner: The Crown Lunatics, D Bell & K Elliott

Breeder: Beaslay Thoroughbreds

Probable S.P.: 8-1

Sponsor: Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes

Jockey: Andrew Mullen

Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Headgear: Tongue Strap

Form: 461056 CD TIMEFORM VIEW Opened account at this C&D in July Not seen to best effect when sixth of 10 in handicap at Chester (14.4f, soft, 50/1) 8 days ago, left poorly placed. Could still have more to offer back down in trip

6 RORY THE CAT (IRE) (48) Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Obligada (IRE)

Owner: The Cool Cats

Breeder: S. J. Macdonald

Probable S.P.: 11-2

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

Jockey: Oisin Orr

Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Headgear: Blinkers, Tongue Strap

Owner: Ursa Major Ltd & Whillans

Jockey: P. J. McDonald

Breeder: Emma Capon Bloodstock & Roger Charlton Trainer: Ewan Whillans, Hawick

Probable S.P.: 10-1

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Seventh Race

5.40pm

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HAMILTON.CO.UK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile and four furlongs handicap race for fouryear-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 60. 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.

RACE STATISTICS

Leading course trainer (17-22): J Goldie (38 wins from 346 runners, 11%) runs AIGHEAR and TAFSIR

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days):

C Johnston (10 wins from 76 runners, 13%) runs ASK PETER

Longest Traveller: BLACK SMOKE trained by D M Loughnane, Kidderminster, 290 miles.

BETTING FORECAST: 11-8 Kells (IRE), 5-1 Black Smoke (IRE), 13-2 Tafsir (USA), 15-2 Aighear (GB), 12-1 Ask Peter (FR), 16-1 Ebony Maw (GB), 25-1 Heatherdown Hero (GB)

RACE SUMMARY: KELLS is unpenalised for his wide-margin success at Thirsk 6 days ago and, if the race doesn’t come too soon, he should be capable of following up. Black Smoke makes his second start for a new yard and looks the likeliest to capitalise if the selection fluffs his lines and Tafsir is no forlorn hope returning to a more suitable grade.

1-2-3: 1.KELLS (IRE)

2.BLACK SMOKE (IRE) 3.TAFSIR (USA)

FOR FOUR YRS OLD AND UPWARDS

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 63)

Hamilton Park Executive will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80)

Paul Mulrennan 18-5 (Jim Goldie) 9 ran

RACEFORM

MEDIAN TIME: 2 mins 39.60 secs

Form: 42-55

1 HEATHERDOWN HERO (GB) (19) B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Mariee

Owner: Mr James Adams

Breeder: Miss K. Rausing

Probable S.P.: 25-1

Jockey: Graham Lee

Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Headgear: Hood

Sponsor: J. R. Adams (Newcastle) Limited, James Adams, Bluegrass Horse Feeds

trip Others make more appeal.

2 TAFSIR (USA) (24) B f Tamarkuz (USA) - Jannattan (USA)

Owner: Summerstorm Bloodstock Ltd

Breeder: Shadwell Farm LLC

Probable S.P.: 13-2

Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Headgear: Cheek Pieces

Owner: Mr B. Jordan Jockey: P. J. McDonald

Breeder: Usk Valley Stud Trainer: Ewan Whillans, Hawick

Probable S.P.: 16-1

Form: 2-00065

VIEW One win from 24 Flat runs. Twenty runs since last win in 2020. Fifth of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (12.4f, 15/2) 5 days ago, slowly away Plenty to prove at present.

4 BLACK SMOKE (IRE) (24) B g Tale of Two Cities (IRE) - Miss Forde (IRE)

Owner: Mike Harris & Mike Davies

Breeder: Mrs Margaret Comer

Jockey: Luke Morris

Trainer: Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster

Probable S.P.: 5-1 Headgear: Tongue Strap Form: 000012

VIEW Winner at Lingfield in August. First run since leaving Brian Barr when good

at Bath (11.6f, good, 9/1) 24 days ago

5 ASK PETER (FR) (31) B f Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Attima

Owner: Johnston Racing Ltd

Breeder: Friar Ings Stud Ltd

Probable S.P.: 12-1

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

Jockey: Archie Young (7)

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Form: 564010 CD TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in August. Ninth of 12 in handicap (10/1) at Chelmsford City (14f)

Owner: Johnnie Delta Racing

Breeder: Harry Bocker

Probable S.P.: 15-2

Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing

Jockey: Amie Waugh (5)

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Jockey: Andrew Mullen

Breeder: Coolmore Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Probable S.P.:

Headgear: Tongue Strap Cheek

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First Race 2.15 - THE USAVE BUSINESS ENERGY CONSULTANCY EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3942 to the winning horse The second to receive £1850, the third £925 and the fourth £462. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible Enter by noon, September 18th and pay £36 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 22nd. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 4lb For each other race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). USAVE Utilities have very generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £500 towards the prize money for this race. 10 entries at £36. - Closed September 18th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3115; Second £1557; Third £779; Fourth £389. (Penalty Value £3942) SS

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.50 - THE MOIRA STEIN MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-58 (also open to such horses rated 59 and 60; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £31 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £25 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 22nd. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 10lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 3-y-o 9st 8lb Penalties, after September 16th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Stein Electrical have very generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 16 entries, 2 at £6 and 14 at £31. - Closed September 18th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.25 - THE BIG DREW HUNTER MEMORIAL SELLING STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5426 to the winning horse The second to receive £2547, the third £1274 and the fourth £637. for three, four and five yrs old only Enter by noon, September 18th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 22nd. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 11lb; fillies 8st 6lb 4-y-o and 5-y-o colts and geldings 9st 2lb; fillies 8st 11lb Penalties, after 2022, for each race won 5lb The winner to be sold by auction in accordance with the Rules of Racing for £4000 Advertised Claiming Price of any other horse starting £10000. The family and friends of Big Drew Hunter will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 9 entries at £50.Closed September 18th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4288; Second £2144; Third £1072; Fourth £536. (Penalty Value £5426.99) SS

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 4.00 - THE USAVE BUSINESS ENERGY SPECIALIST FILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6621 to the winning horse The second to receive £3106, the third £1552, the fourth £776 and the fifth £387. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10 00 a m. September 22nd. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after September 16th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb USAVE Utilities have very generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 14 entries at £60. - Closed September 18th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5223; Second £2612; Third £1305; Fourth £653; Fifth £326.

(Penalty Value £6621) SS

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.35 - THE WILLIAM CAIRNS MEMORIAL CELEBRATIONS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 53-72 (also open to such horses rated 73 and 74; such horses rated 52 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £36 stake if the horse is rated 53 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 52 or lower with £29 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 22nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 16th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb David Cairns & Family have very generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 19 entries at £36.Closed September 18th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS

SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 5.10 - THE MCEWAN GRANT, CONSTRUCTION & RETAIL JOINERY CONTRACTORS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for three yrs old only, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72; such horses rated 50 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £36 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £29 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 22nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 16th, 2023, for each race won 6lb Robbie McEwan & Neil Grant have very generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 15 entries, at £36.Closed September 18th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SS

SEE PAGE 48 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.40 - THE BOOK YOUR CHRISTMAS PARTY HERE @hamilton.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES

(CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for four 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). £31 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £25 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10 00 a m. September 22nd. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 16th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Hamilton Park Executive will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will present a cash prize to the person in charge of the horse judged to be the best turned out. 10 entries, 1 at £6 and 9 at £31. -

Closed September 18th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS

SEE PAGE 56 FOR THIS RACE.