Haydock Park Racecard - Saturday 5th September

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Hello and a very warm welcome to Haydock Park for Betfair Sprint Cup Day. It is a great pleasure to welcome you to Haydock Park for the culmination of our Betfair Sprint Cup Meeting and the most important day of our flat season. The Group 1 Betfair Sprint Cup is one of the great prizes in British sprinting and has a history befitting its status. Over the years, the roll of honour has included some of the very best sprinters to grace the British turf, including Dayjur, Oasis Dream, Battaash and Harry Angel. Today, another generation of elite sprinters will have the opportunity to write their names into the history of this prestigious race. This year’s meeting also provides a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the career of Bow Echo, who has recently been retired following an outstanding campaign. Having won the 2025 Ascendant Stakes here at Haydock Park, Bow Echo went on to achieve Group 1 success this season in the 2,000 Guineas, St James’s Palace Stakes and Sussex Stakes. It is a tremendous achievement, and we are delighted that this year’s Ascendant Stakes has been named in his honour, providing a fitting reminder of the special horses who have raced and succeeded here at Haydock Park. I would like to extend our sincere thanks to Betfair and the Hong Kong Jockey Club for their valued support of today’s fixture. Today is also a landmark occasion for Haydock Park as we host our first World Pool fixture. World Pool brings together betting pools from participating racing jurisdictions around the world, allowing customers to bet into a single, larger pool on selected races. For Haydock Park, becoming part of World Pool represents an exciting opportunity to showcase our racing to an international audience, increase global engagement with our feature races and further enhance the profile of the Betfair Sprint Cup. As part of today’s World Pool activity, we will also be recognising the people behind the horses through the World Pool Moment of the Day. The winning stable groom will receive a fantastic £4,000 prize, providing an opportunity to celebrate the dedication and hard work of the people who play such an important role behind the scenes in racing. We will next race on Friday 25th & Saturday 26th September, followed by another fixture on Friday 16th October, before we begin the transition towards our winter Jump season. I would like to thank everyone who has contributed to making this year’s Betfair Sprint Cup Meeting possible — our sponsors and partners, owners, trainers, jockeys, stable staff, officials and, of course, our dedicated Haydock Park team. Most importantly, thank you to you, our racegoers, for joining us today. I hope you enjoy a memorable afternoon of world-class racing and that we can celebrate another outstanding winner of the Betfair Sprint Cup. Simon Tonge General Manager

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TIMEFORM VIEWMade up into a smart 2-y-o last season and perfect starttothis campaignwhen landing anAscot Group 3 inApril. Largelycreditable efforts since, notleastwhenjusttouchedoffbyNoHalfMeasuresintheJulyCup,butwillneedtofindabitofimprovementfromsomewhereifhe’stotakethis. TFRHHIII BHA115 3

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FIRST RACE

THE BETFAIR BACKS OPINIONS SUPERIOR MILE STAKES (CLASS 1) (GROUP 3)

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for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £95000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £42332, 2nd £17376, 3rd £8693, 4th £4342, 5th £2176, 6th £1083. (Penalty Value £53874.50) J Jockey T Trainer

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): W Haggas (51 wins from 183 runners, 28%) runs NEEDLE MATCH TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W Haggas (11 wins from 52 runners, 21%) runs NEEDLE MATCH LONGEST TRAVELLERS: NEEDLE MATCH trained by W Haggas, REDEMPTION ROAD trained by M Keady, FONDO BLANCO trained by R Varian & COLORI FOREVER trained by M Botti, all Newmarket, 191 miles.

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BALMACARA (GB) (63) 00-3060

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DANCING GEMINI (IRE) (42) 00-6455 D

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THE LOST KING (GB) (16) 134011 D

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Br B g New Bay - Utopian Dream Callum Hutchinson J O Mick and Janice Mariscotti Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury T B Meon Valley Stud ABM Catering Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWHighlytried since winning a couple of novices as a 3-y-o and looks up against it once more. TFRHIIII BHA100

Br B h Camelot - Lady Adelaide (IRE) William Buick J O Fishdance Ltd Roger Teal, Lambourn T B Fishdance Fishdance Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWSmartperformeronhisday,asshowninthelast2renewalsoftheLockingeatNewbury(fourththisseason).However,not as reliable as he usedto be and he needsto shrug offa poorrun atYork (beaten beforethetrip became an issue). TFRHHHII BHA117 Br Br g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Farzeen Ray Dawson J O King Power Racing Co Ltd Roger Varian, Newmarket T B Meon Valley Stud King Power International Co Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWProgressive at 3 yrs, winning C&D handicap before good fourth in Listed company at Nottingham. Failed to fire on his first 2 outings this seasonbutwasbacktohisbestwhenrunner-upinhandicapatGoodwood(soft)lastweek.Moreneededatthislevel,however. TFRHHIII BHA101 Br Ch g New Bay - Rubira (AUS) James Doyle J O Martin Hughes & Michael Kerr-Dineen Richard Hannon, Marlborough T B The Applecross Syndicate Old Oak Holdings Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWDual Group 3winnerin 2025 and just as goodthis season, getting backtowinningways in Listed race at Newbury. Did enoughto suggest hewas still in form atYork 2weeks ago and,with conditions unlikelyto be a problem, he’s one forthe shortlist. TFRHHHHI BHA114

Br B g Kingman - King Power P. J. McDonald J O King Power Racing Co Ltd Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T B King Power Racing Co Ltd King Power International Co Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Thriving sort who took his form to another level when winning handicaps at York on his last 2 starts. Looks ready forthis higher level now so another bold bid is anticipated with conditions no problem. TFRHHHHI BHA109 Br B c Bated Breath - Colorando Marco Ghiani J O Scuderia Archi Romani Marco Botti, Newmarket T B Scuderia Archi Romani Marco Botti Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWPosted a borderline smart effort when coming from offthe pace to win handicap atAscot in May. Had excuses in the Jerseythere nexttime andwas back ontrackwhen second in Newmarket Listed event. Needstotake a step forward back atthis level. TFRHHHII BHA103 Br B c Night of Thunder (IRE) - Sagaciously (IRE) Clifford Lee J O Exors of the Late Sheikh Mohammed Obaid K. R. Burke, Leyburn T B George Kent TIMEFORMVIEWWon2ofhis3startsat2yrs,notablyaNewmarketGroup3onfinalouting.ExcellentthirdintheFrench2000GuineasatLongchamponreturn.Well belowthatlevelonhisnext2startsbuthehadvalidexcuses,soheisn’tonetowriteoffforayardthathaswonthelast2renewalsofthis. TFRHHHHI BHA113 Br B c Night of Thunder (IRE) - Cleopatra’s Gift (USA) Tom Marquand J O Mr Saeed Suhail William Haggas, Newmarket T B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited TIMEFORMVIEWMaidenwinnerat Newbury(heavy) on sole start at 2yrs. Much improved despite still needingthe experiencewhen fourth inthe Greenhamthere on return but struggledin2000Guineasnexttime.However,firmlybackontrackafterabreakwhensecondinLeopardstownGroup3andcandobetteragain. TFRHHHHH BHA107

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Br B g Without Parole - Olivia Pope (IRE) Hector Crouch J O Regan Assets Limited Michael Keady, Newmarket T B Abingdon & Witney College TIMEFORMVIEWJustamaidenwintohisnamebutwasanexcellentthirdinLeopardstownGroup3onfinalstartforDavidMarnaneinJune(subsequently sold for£260,000). Handlesthemudwellbut anothercareerbest is requiredforhimtogetinvolvedagain here. TFRHHHII BHA104

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2025: ZEUS OLYMPIOS 3 9 0 William Buick 11-4 (K R Burke) 9 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2. Stewards Note: HANKELOW: Following its run on 22/8/2026 it was reported that the horse did not stay the extended mile.

NEEDLE MATCH found the 2000 Guineas coming too soon in his development but he got his career firmly back on track with an eye-catching second in a Group 3 at Leopardstown last month so he shades the vote over fellow 3-y-o Hankelow, who has had valid excuses since his excellent third in the French 2000 Guineas. Decent claims can also be made for Persica and The Lost King. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.NEEDLE MATCH 2.HANKELOW (IRE) 3.PERSICA (IRE)

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FIRST RACE

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Needle Match (GB), 7-2 Dancing Gemini (IRE), 5-1 Persica (IRE), 13-2 Hankelow (IRE), 9-1 The Lost King (GB), 12-1 Colori Forever (GB), 25-1 Fondo Blanco (GB), Redemption Road (GB), 50-1 Balmacara (GB)

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A Champion Bows Out: Saluting Bow Echo

As Bow Echo retires from racing, we take the opportunity to recognise a horse who provided plenty of memorable moments during his career. His victory at Haydock Park last September in the now named in his honour, the Ascendant Stakes, was among the highlights, showcasing his consistency and determination on a track that clearly suited him well. He leaves the sport on a remarkable unbeaten run, a testament to his quality and the dedication of the team behind him. In a game where success is never guaranteed, to retire without tasting defeat in his final sequence of races is an achievement to be proud of. We congratulate all connections and wish Bow Echo a long, healthy and happy retirement. He will be remembered with great affection by everyone who followed his career.

THE BETFAIR CELEBRATES BOW ECHO ASCENDANT STAKES (CLASS 1) (LISTED RACE)

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for two yrs old x Total prize fund £45000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £20052, 2nd £8231, 3rd £4118, 4th £2057, 5th £1031, 6th £513. (Penalty Value £25519.50) J Jockey T Trainer

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): C Appleby (23 wins from 64 runners, 36%) runs FIRST LAW TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (9 wins from 55 runners, 16%) runs ARTHURIAN LONGEST TRAVELLERS: ROMANZA trained by C Fellowes, ROCKET BOY trained by M Botti & FIRST LAW trained by C Appleby, all Newmarket, 191 miles.

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Br B c Camelot - Ultramarine (FR) P. J. McDonald J O Denford Stud Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T B Denford Stud Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Promising opening effort amidst obvious signs of inexperience when sixth of 12 at Newbury (7f, firm) in July. Merely matchedthat form when second of6 overC&D a month ago and his claims are farfrom obvious inthis company. TFRHHIII BHABr B c Too Darn Hot - Dane Street (USA) William Buick J O Godolphin Charlie Appleby, Newmarket T B Airlie Stud & Mrs S. Rogers Emirates S TIMEFORMVIEW1,000,000gnsyearling,TooDarnHotcolt.Closelyrelatedtouseful2-y-o7fwinnerVictoryDanceandhalf-brothertoseveralwinners,including1m-11/4mwinner King’sCharter.Overcameinexperienceandaslowly-runracetolandtheoddsondebutatSandownamonthago.Willleavebareformbehind. TFRHHHHI BHABr Ch c Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Fracherette (IRE) Sean Levey J O Mr I. Wight Richard Hannon, Marlborough T B David & Yvonne Blunt TIMEFORMVIEWGood-looking son ofGhaiyyathwho is learning bythe run, continuingtheme ofrace-by-race progresswhen offthe mark in 7fGlorious Goodwood maiden last month. Certainlybredto staythis farand his limit maynot have been reached. TFRHHHHI BHA91 Br Br c Soldier’s Call - Sharedah (IRE) Marco Ghiani J O Scuderia la Tesa Limited Marco Botti, Newmarket T B Belmont & Glenville B/S Ltd Marco Botti Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWOvercameapoorpositioninasteadily-runracewhenspringingasurpriseondebutatYarmouthand,pitchedintoListedcompany,healsoemergedwith plentyofcreditwhenthirdatSalisbury3weeksagouppedto1m.Reallystrongatthelineonthatoccasionandhesetstheclearstandard. TFRHHHHH BHA101

Br B g Frankel - Con Te Partiro (USA) Paddy Bradley J O Mr P. Hickman Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket T B The Con Te Partiro Partnership Fitzdares S TIMEFORMVIEW60,000gnsFrankelgelding.Builtondebutpromisewith41/4lengthsseventhof14inCheshamStakesatRoyalAscot(7f).Easedinclassandplacedboth startssincebutlacksthescopetoimproveofafewoftheseunless1mandsubsequentgeldingoperationunlocksalotmore.Hoodfitted. TFRHHIII BHA85 Br Br c Too Darn Hot - All Out Stevie Donohoe J O Felstead Partnership Nick Scholfield, Lambourn T B W. & R. Barnett Ltd Nick Scholfield Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW Saw off a couple of next-time-out winners to get off the mark in a Bath novice in July. Placed twice in nurseries over 7f since and 1m will definitely suit, but this is a big ask. TFRHHIII BHA75

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2025: BOW ECHO (IRE) 2 9 4 Billy Loughnane 5-6 (George Boughey) 7 ran Hood worn first time by No. 5. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 5. Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Rocket Boy (IRE), 13-8 First Law (IRE), 11-2 Rafe’s da Man (GB), 25-1 Arthurian (GB), 33-1 Romanza (GB), 80-1 Theheatison (GB) ROCKET BOY cemented a really positive start to his career when a keeping-on third at this Listed level at Salisbury 3 weeks ago. That sets a pretty good standard and with the prospect of more to come, he looks the answer. First Law is open to any amount of improvement, however, while Rafe’s Da Man has raced 4 times but is going the right way, too. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ROCKET BOY (IRE) 2.FIRST LAW (IRE) 3.RAFE’S DA MAN

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EACH-WAY BETTING TERMS

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THE BEST ODDS ON THE BETFAIR EXCHANGE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBBPlus RACE) for three yrs old x Total prize fund £100000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £40630, 2nd £20320, 3rd £10160, 4th £5080, 5th £2540, 6th £1270. (Penalty Value £51540) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

THIRD RACE

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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): K R Burke (36 wins from 210 runners, 17%) runs ASIA FORCE AND GALILEAN QUALITY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (9 wins from 55 runners, 16%) runs MYTHICAL BAY FANCY THAT: A Balding won this race in 2016 and 2019. The stable runs MYTHICAL BAY today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: PIERRE GROSSE trained by Mrs J Harrington, Ireland.

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GALILEAN QUALITY (IRE) (14) 131612 D

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MYTHICAL BAY (IRE) (14) 123110 D

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PIERRE GROSSE (GB) (28) 324220

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ASIA FORCE (IRE) (25) 222341 D

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LOPEO (IRE) (63) 415-220

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BRIDGE OF EAGLES (IRE) (63) 36-1633 BF

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COTTON BUD (IRE) (35) 442-164

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Br B g Teofilo (IRE) - Dubai Quality (IRE) Clifford Lee J O Middleham Park Racing XV K. R. Burke, Leyburn T B Mrs S. Rowley-Williams Tattersalls S TIMEFORMVIEWHastheoddquirkbuthe’sessentiallyprogressiveandenhancedanalreadyimpressivestrikeratewhenwinningoverthistripatAscotinJuly.Shapednotably wellinsustaininghisrunfromalongwaybackwhenrunner-upintheMelroseatYork(13/4m)sinceandremainsoffirminterestup5lb. TFRHHHHH BHA96 Br Ch g New Bay - Fact Or Folklore (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J O Tony Bloom/Ian McAleavy/Ballylinch Stud Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T B Ballylinch Stud TIMEFORMVIEWProgressivesonofNewBaywhoovercametheriseinclasswhenregisteringathirdcareersuccessin7-runnerhandicapatNewmarket(13/4m,firm) inJuly.ShapedasifstillingoodformintheMelrosesincebutdidn’tseethingsoutsowellfacedwithmoreofanemphasisonstamina. TFRHHHII BHA92 Br Ch g Palace Pier - Waldfabel Keithen Kennedy (5) J O Mrs J. Barrett/Richard Galway Mrs J. Harrington, Ireland T B Newsells Park Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden who has been notably consistent this season, finishing in the frame on 5 of his 6 starts. Left poorly placed in first-time cheekpieces atAscot latest. Tongue strap now goes on. TFRHHHII BHA84 Br B g Frankel - Scentasia William Buick J O Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum K. R. Burke, Leyburn T B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited TIMEFORMVIEWRunner-upinatrioofnovicesandshowedimprovedformonthebackofageldingoperationwhendominantwinnerof6-runnerhandicapatCarlisle(13/4m, goodtofirm,6/4)25daysago,respondingwell.Tacklesbettercompanyfroma6lbhighermarkbutfurtherprogresscertainlypossible. TFRHHHHI BHA83

Br Gr g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Moteo (IRE) Hector Crouch J O Jayar Investments David Menuisier, Pulborough T B Ballylinch Stud Shinco Racing Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWGoodwoodmaidenwinnerinthemudin2025whocopedfinewiththestilllongertripwhenfindingonlyonetoogoodagainin6-runnerhandicap(6/1)atDoncaster (14.5f,goodtofirm)inJune.RantoobadlytobetruebehindMythicalBayatNewmarketsubsequentlyandcouldeasilygetbackontheup. TFRHHHII BHA83 Br Ch f Zarak (FR) - Elisa Again Ray Dawson J O Mr Hussain Alabbas Lootah Roger Varian, Newmarket T B Kildaragh Stud Hussain Lootah Investment Group S TIMEFORMVIEWImproved when runner-up over1 1/2m at Ffos Las inJune before benefiting furtherfrom an even greatertest ofstamina to run out a 16-length winner ofa 3-runnerhandicapatDoncaster(14.5f,firm).Hikedup10lbbutprovedshe’sstillonaworkablemarkwhenjustfailingtofollowupatNewmarket. TFRHHHII BHA80 Br B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Bridge of Peace Laura Pearson J O C & L Washbourn and Mrs S Woodward David Menuisier, Pulborough T B Clive Washbourn Shinco Racing Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWImprovedtomakeawinninghandicapdebut/returnatGoodwood(11/4m)inMay(beat2next-time-outwinners).Hasn’tkicked on in 3 starts since but could resume his progress nowtackling a much longertripwhich is expectedto suit on pedigree. TFRHHHHI BHA78

Br B f Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Pink Anemone Tyler Heard J O Montefeltro Racing - Cotton Bud Shaun Lycett, Moreton-in-Marsh T B Tinnakill Bld,JCantillon,E.Fives,P.Fives TIMEFORMVIEWProgressive2-y-oforKevinPhilippartdeFoyandtookherformupanotherlevelwhenmakingawinningdebutforcurrentyardin11/4mhandicap atDoncasteronreturninApril.Respectableeffortsinbettercompanysincebutfacesatoughtaskfrom3lboutoftheweights. TFRHHIII BHA72

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DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2025: VALIANCY (IRE) 3 8 5 Saffie Osborne 4-1 (William Haggas) 10 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Stewards Note: MYTHICAL BAY: Following its run on 22/8/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Galilean Quality (IRE), 4-1 Asia Force (IRE), 5-1 Mythical Bay (IRE), 6-1 Reem Rak (IRE), 7-1 Bridge of Eagles (IRE), 14-1 Pierre Grosse (GB), 16-1 Lopeo (IRE), 25-1 Cotton Bud (IRE) A useful handicap that seems sure to prove strong form. GALILEAN QUALITY shaped notably well in sustaining his run from a long way back when runner-up in the Melrose at York a fortnight ago and still looks on good mark following a 5lb rise. Asia Force, a stablemate of the selection, immediately showed the benefit of a gelding operation when a dominant winner at Carlisle and could have more to offer, with Bridge of Eagles also of interest upped markedly in trip. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GALILEAN QUALITY (IRE) 2.ASIA FORCE (IRE) 3.BRIDGE OF EAGLES (IRE)

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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): W Haggas (51 wins from 183 runners, 28%) runs FINALISE AND KISSMEHONEYHONEY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W Haggas (11 wins from 52 runners, 21%) runs FINALISE AND KISSMEHONEYHONEY LONGEST TRAVELLERS: KISSMEHONEYHONEY & FINALISE trained by W Haggas, VALEDICTORY trained by J & T Gosden & AEGEAN PRINCE trained by C Appleby, all Newmarket, 191 miles.

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AEGEAN PRINCE (GB) (320) 31/12-

4

9-12

(9)

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STRESSFREE (FR) (14) 5-20006 C

6

9-10

(7)

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VALEDICTORY (GB) (17) 261150 D

4

9-8

(5)

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DANCING IN PARIS (FR) (28) 40-0051 C D

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9-6

(6)

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IN THE BREEZE (IRE) (17) 40-1010 C

8

9-5

(3)

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MOUNTAIN ROAD (FR) (17) 435132 D

7

9-5

(11)

Br Ch g Dubawi (IRE) - Musis Amica (IRE) William Buick J O Godolphin Charlie Appleby, Newmarket T B Godolphin Emirates S TIMEFORMVIEWHasn’tmadeittothetrackveryoftenbuthaslotsoftalent,returningfrom8monthsofftowinAscotnoviceby8lengthslastOctober.Offsincefinishing secondinsoft-groundDeauvilleListedracelaterthatmonthbutevidentlycapablefreshandopentofurtherprogress,particularlyat13/4m. TFRHHHHH BHA99 Br Ch g Anodin (IRE) - Gwenseb (FR) Mark Winn J O Akela Thoroughbreds Limited David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T B Wertheimer & Frere Akela Plant Hire Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWUsuallyreliable performerlastyear. Not quite as consistentthistime round but recent sixth of22 inthe EboratYork (1 3/4m, goodto soft)was creditable and another2lb droptakes his markto 5lb lowerthanwhenthird inthis race last season. Not discounted. TFRHHHII BHA97

Br B g Cracksman - Valiant Girl J R NE John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T O Godolphin N RU B Hascombe & Valiant Stud LtdNEmirates S NO TIMEFORMVIEWImprovedforcheekpiecesandastepupto13/4mwhenwinningfast-groundhandicapsatGoodwoodandNewmarket(Julymeeting)thissummerbut thehandicapperhaslookedinchargebackatGoodwoodandintheEboratYorksince.TheblinkersheworeontheKnavesmireareretained. TFRHHIII HHIII BHA BHA95 95 Br B g Olympic Glory (IRE) - Ponte Sanangelo (FR) David Egan J O Mr Joseph Smith Ian Williams, Alvechurch T B Thierry de La Heronniere et al TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a losing sequence stretching back 2 years when seeing off 9 rivals in a 2m Ascot handicap on Shergar Cup day. 3lb higher now and hardly has the profile of one likelyto follow up. TFRHHHII BHA93

Br B g Harzand (IRE) - Its In The Air (IRE) Ray Dawson J O J & A Young (Racing) Limited Henrietta C Knight, Wantage T B Philip & Orla Hore Jayplas S TIMEFORMVIEWRelishedthestepback upto2mwhennotchingasecondwinof2026in6-runnerhandicapatGoodwood (soft) in June. Found out in a warmer race at York 10 weeks later, though. TFRHHIII BHA92 Br B g Churchill (IRE) - La Corniche (FR) R NE O Mr S. Fyffe UN R B Haras De Saint-Vincent & F. Bragato N

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Jim Goldie, Glasgow T Jim Goldie Racing S TFRIIIII IIIII BHA92 BHA92

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FINALISE (GB) (27) 2212-3

4

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(2)

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SYNERGISM (GER) (43) 253-134 D

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Br Ch f Masar (IRE) - Russian Finale Tom Marquand J O Cheveley Park Stud William Haggas, Newmarket T B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Cheveley Park Stud Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWProgressedwellat3andadvancedherformagainwhen21/4lengthsthirdof7inListedraceatHoppegarten(13/4m,good) on reappearance 4weeks ago. Entitledto come on forthat and opento furtherprogresswith fewmiles onthe clock. TFRHHHHI BHA91 Br B g Soldier Hollow - Sforza Ragazza (GER)R NE O Heath House Optimists UN R B R. Kredel N

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Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket T Tote S TFRIIIII IIIII BHA91 BHA91

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ASHNAK (FR) (42) 3-03420

4

9-2

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10 POLE STAR (GB) (20) 350053 CD

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11 HERMETIC (GB) (28) 14-4644

4

8-8

(14)

12 GLEN TO GLEN (IRE) (120) 4200-00

4

8-7

(8)

13 KISSMEHONEYHONEY (GB) (35) 1-02

4

8-6

(1)

14 GOLDEN WEST (GB) (29) 00/-4202

5

8-5

(4)

Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Ashtara (USA) Daniel Tudhope J O Gallop Racing I David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T B Aga Khan Studs GAIN Equine Nutrition S TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulsortwhogainedhiswininFranceonheavy.Madeasolidstartforcurrentyardinthefirsthalfof2026,includingsecondof12atAyr(13f,goodto soft)inJune.PossiblyfoundquickgroundagainsthimwhenbelowparatYorkinJuly.TudhopeseeminglysideswithhimoverStressfree. TFRHHHII BHA89 Br B g Teofilo (IRE) - Lunar Maria Hector Crouch J O Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum Charlie Johnston, Middleham T B Godolphin Johnston Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessful 3times in 2025 and largelyin good nickthis seasonwithoutwinning, includingthird of5 over17fat Pontefract last time. Isn’t sure to benefit from the return to a shortertrip. Wears first-time cheekpieces. TFRHHHII BHA83

Br Gr g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Lunch Lady Andrew Mullen J O John Nicholls Racing Ian Williams, Alvechurch T B Wertheimer et Frere Floplast Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWWontwiceatupto2mongoodtosoftinfourstartsforChristopheFerlandinFrance.Encouragingfourthin3ofhis4startsforIanWilliams.Noextralate onwhen11/2lengthsfourthof10toDancingInParisin2mAscothandicap(goodtofirm)latestsothisdropbackintripcouldproveideal. TFRHHHHI BHA81 Br B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Galuminous (IRE) Stevie Donohoe J O Max Out Partnership Nick Scholfield, Lambourn T B J. S. Bolger Nick Scholfield Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWLosthiswayforJosephO’Brienbutmadeawinningstartfornewyardin21/2mPerthhandicapchaseinfirst-timecheekpieces (retained) last month. In a muchtougherrace back onthe Flat but he iswelltreated on his peak form inthis sphere. TFRHHHII BHA80

Br Ch f Crystal Ocean - Buildmeupbuttercup Sean Dylan Bowen J O Dash Grange Stud William Haggas, Newmarket T B Dash Grange Stud Ltd TIMEFORMVIEWShowedagoodattitudewhenmakingawinningdebutatLeicester(11/4m)lastyear.NotseentobesteffectinGoodwoodListedraceonreturn inMaybeforegettingbackontrackwhensecondof5innoviceatHamilton(11f)3monthslater.Likelycontenderonhandicapbow. TFRHHHHI BHA79

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2025: THE REVEREND 4 9 5 Tom Marquand 7-2 (William Haggas) 15 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 8, 10. Blinkers worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 12. Stewards Note: ASHNAK: Following its run on 25/7/2026 it was reported that the horse would prefer a slower surface. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Aegean Prince (GB), 7-2 Finalise (GB), 10-1 Pole Star (GB), 11-1 Stressfree (FR), Kissmehoneyhoney (GB), 12-1 Dancing In Paris (FR), 14-1 Hermetic (GB), 25-1 Ashnak (FR), Glen To Glen (IRE), 50-1 Golden West (GB), 66-1 In The Breeze (IRE) There’s a feeling at least one of the unexposed sorts will come to the fore. AEGEAN PRINCE hasn’t been seen since finishing second in a French Listed event at the end of last October but he romped home in an Ascot novice after a similar length of absence last year and he’s preferred to Finalise and Kissmehoneyhoney, whose trainer William Haggas has won this twice in recent years. Ian Williams is also no stranger to success in this contest and his Hermetic completes the shortlist. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.AEGEAN PRINCE 2.FINALISE 3.KISSMEHONEYHONEY

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Br Ch g Masar (IRE) - Gwendolyn (GER) Duran Fentiman J O Reality Partnerships XX Tim Easterby, Malton T B Crimbourne Bloodstock Ltd Easthorpe Hall Stud S TIMEFORMVIEWHasn’twonsincegoing2-2asajuvenilebuthismarkreflectsthatandhe’sperformedwithcredittoreach the frame on 3 of his 4 outings this year. First attempt at 1 3/4m. TFRHHHII BHA78

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THE WILLIAM HILL SEPTEMBER STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3)

1m 3f 219y

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £95000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £42332, 2nd £17376, 3rd £8693, 4th £4342, 5th £2176, 6th £1083. (Penalty Value £53874.50)

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DUBAI FUTURE (GB) (27) 6-04103 CD

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9-10

(6)

B g Dubawi (IRE) - Anjaz (USA) Godolphin Godolphin

Jack Mitchell Saeed bin Suroor, Newmarket Emirates

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart veteran who bagged another Group win when just holding off Sweet Wil iam in Henry II Stakes at Sandown (2m, good) in May. Good 3/4-length third (Tornado Alert nose back in fourth) to Tiffany in German Group 1 latest but has a penalty to shoulder back in a Group 3 and likely vulnerable. TFRHHIII BHA113

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ALMERIC (GB) (27) 10-3336

4

Gr c Study of Man (IRE) - Alvarita Miss K. Rausing Miss K. Rausing

9-7

(5)

Rob Hornby Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

TIMEFORM VIEW Developed into a smart colt last year, bagging listed races at Newmarket and Ayr. Best effort since when 3 1/4 lengths third of 6 to Ombudsman in Brigadier Gerard Stakes in May. Below par when behind a couple of these rivals in a German Group 1 last month. Makes polytrack debut. TFRHHIII BHA112

3

CONSTITUTION HILL (GB) (164) 11 CD

9

B g Blue Bresil (FR) - Queen of The Stage (IRE) Mr Michael Buckley Mrs S. A. Noott

9-7

(2)

Billy Loughnane Nicky Henderson, Lambourn Unibet

TIMEFORMVIEW Exceptionalhurdleratbest,winnerof8consecutiveGrade1s,includingChampionHurdle in 2023.SwitchedtotheFlataftersufferingaseriesoffalls andimpressed when winning a pair of all-weather novices (C&D latterly) in February/March. Capable of making his mark in much stronger company. TFRHHHHI BHA101

4

GETHIN (IRE) (63) 122-125 C

4

Gr c Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Aniseed (IRE) Wathnan Racing Elysian Bloodstock Ltd

9-7

(3)

Callum Rodriguez Owen Burrows, Lambourn Damsa Holding Company W.L.L

TIMEFORMVIEW Reappearedtowin listedMagnolia over11/4mherein April. VerysmarteffortwhenpushingOmbudsmanclose(albeit in receiptof7lb)in theBrigadierGerard at Sandown in May. Possibly unsuited by fast ground when disappointing in the Eclipse back there in July. Can bounce back with a bang. TFRHHHHH BHA117

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PRIDE OF ARRAS (IRE) (42) 0014-02 D

4

B g New Bay - Parnell’s Dream Mrs David Aykroyd Mr & Mrs David Aykroyd

9-7

(4)

Rossa Ryan Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down R M Beckett Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Has an excellent record at York, winning Dante and Great Voltigeur last year and shrugged off a disappointing reappearance in France when chasing home subsequent International winner Item in the Sky Bet Stakes there at the end of July. Has the form to go close at the least on this all-weather debut. TFRHHHHI BHA114

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TORNADO ALERT (IRE) (27) 1/4621-4

4

B c Too Darn Hot - Bint Almatar (USA) Godolphin Godolphin

9-7

(7)

Oisin Murphy Saeed bin Suroor, Newmarket Emirates

TIMEFORMVIEW All-weathermaidenwinnerat2andshowedsmartformlastyear, culminatingwith11/4mGermanGroup1successunderOisin Murphy.ReopposingstablemateDubai Future was narrowly ahead of him in another German Group 1 on reappearance but he should turn the tables on him in receipt of weight now. TFRHHHHI BHA116

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WARRANT HOLDER (IRE) (56) 231-120 D BF

B g Frankel - Diploma HM The King & HM The Queen Queen Elizabeth II

4

9-7

(1)

Benoit de la Sayette John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

TIMEFORMVIEW ResumedwithcosysuccessatYorkin Mayandverysmarthandicapperformancewhensecondof17in DukeofEdinburghatRoyalAscot(11/2m)in June.Belowparwhententhin JohnSmith’sCupbackatYorklasttimebutfreshenedupsinceandcapable ofmakinganimpactatGroup3levelif backtobest. TFRHHHIIBHA111 DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2025: GIAVELLOTTO (IRE) 6 9 7 Oisin Murphy 9-4 (Marco Botti) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1. Stewards Note: GETHIN: Following its run on 4/7/2026 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Gethin (IRE), 4-1 Constitution Hill (GB), 5-1 Pride of Arras (IRE), 13-2 Tornado Alert (IRE), 9-1 Warrant Holder (IRE), 25-1 Dubai Future (GB), Almeric (GB) GETHIN is quite a keen goer but his near miss in a French listed race last autumn shows he has the stamina for 1 1/2m and he can bounce back from his below-par run in the Eclipse and prove too strong for Pride of Arras and Tornado Alert. Outstanding hurdler Constitution Hill showed enough in 2 all-weather wins in the spring to think he can make his presence felt in Group races on the Flat. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GETHIN (IRE) 2.PRIDE OF ARRAS (IRE) 3.TORNADO ALERT (IRE)

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O Owner B Breeder

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): W Haggas (51 wins from 183 runners, 28%) runs ALMERAQ TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W Haggas (11 wins from 52 runners, 21%) runs ALMERAQ LONGEST TRAVELLER: COPPULL & JAMES’S DELIGHT trained by C Cox, Hungerford, 192 miles.

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ALMERAQ (GB) (56) 21F-110 D

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AMERICAN AFFAIR (GB) (15) 020610 D

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ARAMRAM (IRE) (21) 1-12505 D

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BIG MOJO (IRE) (27) 10-0001 CD

4

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(7)

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JAMES’S DELIGHT (IRE) (27) 100-633 D

5

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(3)

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KIND OF BLUE (GB) (77) 0320-20 D

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(6)

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MARVELMAN (IRE) (14) 10-0263

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(5)

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PABORUS (GB) (14) 01/13-10 D

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Br B c Dark Angel (IRE) - Manaajim (IRE) Tom Marquand J O Shadwell Estate Company Ltd William Haggas, Newmarket T B Shadwell Estate Company Limited TIMEFORMVIEWWon4offirst6completedstarts,notablyQueenElizabethIIJubileeStakesatRoyalAscot(6f,goodtofirm;haswononsoft)inJune.Firstbackwardstep ofcareerwhenninthof11inJulyCupatNewmarket,racingtookeenlyhavinggotlittlecoveronthenearsideofthegroup.Canbounceback. TFRHHHHI BHA119 Br B g Washington DC (IRE) - Classy Anne R J E O Barraston Racing & Mr J S Goldie UNN Jim Goldie, Glasgow T R B John McGrandles Jim Goldie Racing S NNO TIMEFORMVIEWGroup1winnerover5fatRoyalAscotlastsummerandconfirmedheretainsallhisability(off11monthspriortoreappearance)whenwinningGroup2at GloriousGoodwood(5f,goodtofirm)inJuly.BelowparintheNunthorpeatYorksince,though,andyettoprovehe’sfullyeffectiveat6f. TFRHHIII HHIII BHA BHA112 112

Br B h Blue Point (IRE) - Queen’s Pearl (IRE) Sean Levey J O Mr Ziad A. Galadari Richard Hannon, Marlborough T B Galadari Sons Stud Company Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Smart performer who is very much at home with give in the ground but there’s nothing in his record to think he’ll be up to the task here. TFRHHIII BHA108 Br B or Br c Mohaather - Jm Jackson (IRE) William Buick J O RP Racing Ltd Michael Appleby, Oakham T B Ringfort Stud Ltd & The Ladies Hallco 1766 Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Won this race (good to firm) under William Buick last year. Failed to fire on first 3 starts this year (although had an excuse in July Cup) but returnedtohisbesttocapitaliseonadropingradeinaGroup3attheCurragh(6f,goodtofirm;James’sDelightthird)lastmonth. TFRHHHII BHA113

Br B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Heavens Peak Clifford Lee J O Paul & Clare Rooney Clive Cox, Hungerford T B Newtown Stud Clive Cox Racing Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWWontheGroup2 GreenlandsattheCurraghlastyearandcreditablethirdinthatraceandaGroup3there(13/4lengthsbehindBigMojo) thissummer.Verymuchsuitedbythegroundhe’slikelytoencounterherebuthisformisalittleshortoftherequiredstandard. TFRHHIII BHA106 Br B h Blue Point (IRE) - Blues Sister James Doyle J O Wathnan Racing James Fanshawe, Newmarket T B Mr & Mrs M Morris, Mr & Mrs P Hopper Damsa Holding Company W.L.L S TIMEFORMVIEWSmartsortwholandedtheChampionsSprintatAscot(soft)in2024.BacktothatsortoflevelwhenchasinghomeBigMojointhisracelastyear. ReappearedwithagoodsecondintheMinsterStakesatYork(6f)inMayandfreshenedupsincealesserrunatRoyalAscotinJune. TFRHHHII BHA112 Br B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Varamini (FR) P. J. McDonald J O Bond Thoroughbred Limited Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T B Gigginstown House Stud Churchill Tyres S TIMEFORMVIEWImpressive winnerofGroup 2 at Doncaster(7f) last September. Back to form when chasing home Paborus in 6fNewcastle Group 3 inJune and bounced back quicklyfromalessereffortintheLennoxwhen23/4lengthsthirdof14toNotableSpeechinCityofYorkStakes(7f,goodtosoft)afortnightago. TFRHHHHI BHA117

Br B g Recoletos (FR) - Patuano (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J O Wathnan Racing Edward Bethell, Middleham T B Culworth Grounds Farm Damsa Holding Company W.L.L S TIMEFORMVIEWLow-mileage5-y-owhodefeatedMarvelmantowin6fNewcastleGroup3onreturninJune.Behindthatrivalwhen51/4lengthseighthof14toNotableSpeech inCityofYork(7f,goodtosoft)14daysagobutlookedlikefinishingcloserforalongwaysothereturnto6flooksideal.Worthchancing. TFRHHHHH BHA113

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COPPULL (GB) (21) 53-1041 D

3

9-3

(2)

Br B c Bated Breath - Springwood Drive Hector Crouch J O Mr David W. Armstrong Clive Cox, Hungerford T B Highfield Farm LLP Highfield Farm LLP S TIMEFORMVIEWFourthintheJulyCupatNewmarketbeforelandingthethirdpatternsuccessofhiscareerintheGroup3HungerfordatNewbury,his firstattempt at 7f. Has raced on good/goodto firmthroughout his eight-race careersotoday’s likelyground is an unknown. TFRHHHII BHA115

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2025: BIG MOJO (IRE) 3 9 3 William Buick 16-1 (Michael Appleby) 17 ran

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Almeraq (GB), 5-1 Marvelman (IRE), Coppull (GB), 11-2 Kind of Blue (GB), 13-2 Big Mojo (IRE), 14-1 Paborus (GB), 25-1 American Affair (GB), James’s Delight (IRE), 50-1 Aramram (IRE) PABORUS impressed when beating Marvelman in the Chipchase over 6f at Newcastle on his reappearance. He was behind that same rival in the recent City of York over 7f but was still bang there entering the final furlong and can get the better of Andrew Balding’s charge back sprinting. Next on the list is Almeraq, whose overall record suggests he’ll bounce back from a lesser effort in the July Cup, particularly given how well he handles ease in the ground. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PABORUS 2.MARVELMAN (IRE) 3.ALMERAQ

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THE BETFAIR BE FRIENDLY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

4.15

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £45000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £18284, 2nd £9144, 3rd £4572, 4th £2286, 5th £1143, 6th £572. (Penalty Value £23193) J Jockey T Trainer

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK

O Owner B Breeder

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): E Walker (28 wins from 142 runners, 20%) runs BLACK STAR BOY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): E Walker (7 wins from 41 runners, 17%) runs BLACK STAR BOY LONGEST TRAVELLERS: POATAN trained by G Scott, ELARA MAY trained by P McBride, MARCHING MAC trained by P McEntee & STURLASSON trained by J Ryan, all Newmarket, 191 miles.

colours no

S Sponsor Br Breeding

5f

horse

age

st-lb

Draw

1

POATAN (IRE) (17) 3513-30

3

9-11

(4)

2

TOYOTOMI (FR) (6) 563106 D

5

9-9

(6)

3

ARKLOW LAD (IRE) (35) 131510 D

4

9-7

(7)

4

ADVERTISED (IRE) (15) 14-2002

3

9-7

(8)

5

BLACK STAR BOY (IRE) (17) 10-1600 D

3

9-4

(1)

6

TRILBY (GB) (7) 131041 CD

6

9-3

(5)

7

STURLASSON (IRE) (15) 4-52040 D

5

9-1

(9)

8

MARCHING MAC (IRE) (7) 404314 D

5

8-12

(3)

Br B g Lucky Vega (IRE) - Alkhawarah (USA) David Egan J O Amo Racing Limited George Scott, Newmarket T B Castlefarm Stud Sports Invest UK Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWLanded 6fWindsornovice last summer. Lightlyraced since and resumedwith excellentthird in Listed race at Sandown (5f) in June. Not ideallydrawnwhen seventh of19 on his handicap debut atYork (5f, good) 17 days ago. Maystill do better. TFRHHHII BHA97

Br B g Blue Point (IRE) - Tribune (FR) Daniel Tudhope J O Jinky Farms David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T B Ecurie Des Monceaux Jinky Farms S TIMEFORM VIEW Listed winner when trained in France. Got off the mark for current yard at Goodwood (6f, soft) in June and not disgraced undersimilarconditions after11 weeks offwhen sixth of10 in handicapthere last week. Possibilities. TFRHHHII BHA94 Br B c Kuroshio (AUS) - Ella Fitzgerald (IRE) Clifford Lee J O The Horse Watchers 6 Michael Appleby, Oakham T B Hyde Park Stud Timeform, Trade Access Panels Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWGained a third win for his current yard this season in the ‘Dash’ (5f, soft) at Epsom in June. Came in last of11 in handicap at Hamilton (5f) on firmer ground since but no surprise to see him get back on track now. TFRHHHII BHA92 Br B g Advertise - Miss Carbonia (IRE) Oliver Stammers J O J Kay & T Goodair, Grant Tuer, Northallerton T B Kildaragh Stud AMG Engineering Supplies Ltd, Leeds Pallet Co Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWDual6f/7fwinneratNewcastlelastyear.Bouncedbacktoformwithsecondof11inhandicapatHamilton (5f, good) 15 days ago. Needs considering nudged up 2lb. TFRHHHII BHA93 Br B g Starman - Chatham Islands (USA) Tom Marquand J O TBT Racing Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn T B Lynn Lodge Stud James Hambro & Partners Llp S TIMEFORMVIEW Made a successful return at Sandown (5f) in April but has failed to kick on, tongue tied forthe first time when twelfth of 19 in handicap at York (5f, good) 17 days ago. Bounce back is needed. TFRHHHII BHA90

Br B g Twilight Son - Fascinator P. J. McDonald J O Tip Your Hat Partnership Sam England, Guiseley T B Bumble Bloodstock & Mrs S. Nicholls Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWRejuvenated byfitting ofcheekpieces and notched athird success of2026 in 9-runnerhandicap at Beverley(5f, heavy) aweek ago. Up 3lb butthissmoothtravellergoesreallywellinthemudandhasafinerecordatHaydocksoanotherboldshowingisonthecards. TFRHHHHH BHA88 Br Gr g Invincible Army (IRE) - Angelic Light (IRE) Stevie Donohoe J O Stack Media Ltd John Ryan, Newmarket T B Yeomanstown Stud TIMEFORM VIEW A 3-time 5f winner in 2025. In good form this season until only tenth of 11 in handicap at Hamilton (5f, good) 15 days ago.The sort to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA86

Br B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Wojha (IRE) Tyler Heard J O Mr Trevor Johnson Phil McEntee, Newmarket T B Yeomanstown Stud TIMEFORMVIEWScoredtwiceonsoftgroundlastOctoberandbacktowinningwayswithunderfootconditionstosuitatSandown(5f)inJune.Notdisgraced after11-weekbreakwhenafadingfourthof8backthere(5f,soft)aweekago.Cantakeastepforwardinfirst-timecheekpieces. TFRHHHII BHA83

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9

ELARA MAY (GB) (6) 314-042 D

3

8-11

(2)

10 JER BATT (IRE) (29) 30-0334 CD

6

8-9

(10)

Br B f Bated Breath - Manatiya (FR) Hector Crouch J O Mr P. J. McBride Philip McBride, Newmarket T B Petches Farm Ltd TIMEFORMVIEWA4-time5fwinnerat2yrs.Lightlyracedthisseasonbutlookedasgoodaseverwhensecondof4inhandicapatYarmouth (5f, good) 6 days ago, finishing clearofrest.This istougherbut she’s nottaken lightlyoffan unchanged mark. TFRHHHHI BHA83

Br Ch g Dragon Pulse (IRE) - Nora Batt (IRE) Ray Dawson J O Mr Laurence O’Kane David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T B J. W. Nicholson Tote S TIMEFORMVIEWLosingrunismountingupbutquitelightlyracedthisseasonandshapedasifstillinneedofrunwhenafadingfourthof6inhandicap at Musselburgh (5f, goodto firm) last month.This C&D scoreris not out ofthings. Engaged 3.47 Haydock Friday. TFRHHHII BHA80

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2025: DEMOCRACY DILEMMA (IRE) 5 9 9 Tom Eaves 12-1 (Robert Cowell) 9 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5, 6, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 6. Stewards Note: ARKLOW LAD: Following its run on 1/8/2026 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going. Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Trilby (GB), 11-2 Advertised (IRE), 6-1 Elara May (GB), 8-1 Arklow Lad (IRE), 17-2 Jer Batt (IRE), 12-1 Toyotomi (FR), 14-1 Sturlasson (IRE), Marching Mac (IRE), 22-1 Poatan (IRE), 28-1 Black Star Boy (IRE) A case can be made for a few of these but TRILBY hasn’t looked back since the cheekpieces went on and is fancied to garner a fourth victory of 2026, with conditions right in his favour at a track he goes well at. Elara May is feared most on the back of a very good Yarmouth second, although Arklow Lad and Advertised can both play a prominent role too. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TRILBY 2.ELARA MAY 3.ARKLOW LAD (IRE)

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SEVENTH RACE

THE HKJC WORLD POOL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

4.50

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £30000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £12387, 2nd £6195, 3rd £3096, 4th £1548, 5th £774. (Penalty Value £15702) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

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RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): K R Burke (36 wins from 210 runners, 17%) runs KORKER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (10 wins from 83 runners, 12%) runs BRIGHTON BOY LONGEST TRAVELLER: STAR ANTHEM trained by C Cox, Hungerford, 192 miles.

colours no

O Owner B Breeder

S Sponsor Br Breeding

6f 212y

horse

age

st-lb

Draw

1

BRIAN (IRE) (86) 00-0002

4

10-0

(2)

2

STAR ANTHEM (IRE) (28) 0300-00

4

9-13

(1)

3

KORKER (IRE) (34) 000640 C

7

9-11

(6)

4

ATA RANGI (IRE) (42) 055-140 CD

5

9-11

(11)

5

CAPE ASHIZURI (IRE) (28) 152-104

3

9-10

(3)

6

SERGEANT WILKO (IRE) (70) 0-46020

5

9-10

(5)

7

DARKNESS (FR) (7) 600066 D

8

9-9

(4)

8

BRIGHTON BOY (IRE) (14) 260603 D BF

4

9-7

(10)

Br B g Shaman (IRE) - Alys Love David Egan J O N Pickett & Partners J. S. Moore, Upper Lambourn T B Alys Love Syndicate TIMEFORMVIEWDual winner for Sylvester Kirk in 2024. Has plenty of form in soft conditions and ran his best race ofthis yearwhen 3 lengths secondto an unexposed one at Newbury(7f, goodto soft) in mid-June. Should be inthe mix offan unchanged mark. TFRHHHII BHA90

Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Ihtifal Hector Crouch J O The Stargazers Clive Cox, Hungerford T B P. Moloney Ltd Clive Cox Racing Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWSolesuccesscameasajuvenileinBathmaiden(heavy)in2024.Hasn’trecapturedhisusefulbestinacoupleofstarts(3monthsapart)in bettercompanythisseason,thoughmayhave neededtherun onboth occasions.Attractivelyhandicapped ifback onsong. TFRHHHHI BHA89 Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Adaptation Clifford Lee J O Fine Claret Racing,Mrs Burke & Mr C Wood K. R. Burke, Leyburn T B Ballyhane Stud Ltd KB Spigot Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWGround-versatilecoursewinnerwhofinishedfourthinmuchbettercompanyatNewcastleonpenultimatestart.Underlinedheisn’toneformaximum faith(hasn’twonsince2023)whenrunningalesserraceatChestersubsequently.CliffordLeetakesoverforthissignificantdropingrade. TFRHHHII BHA87

Br Ch g Decorated Knight - Samite (USA) Tom Marquand J O Benjamin Halsall Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn T B Oghill House Stud James Hambro & Partners Llp S TIMEFORMVIEWWonthiscorrespondingrace12monthsago.HasremainedinformsincewinningonreappearanceoverC&D(2-2)inMay,doingallhecouldwhenfinishingmid-field intheInternationalatAscot(goodtofirm)lasttime.Softerconditionsnoissueandentitledtomakemoreimpactbackincalmerwaters. TFRHHHII BHA87

Br B g St Mark’s Basilica (FR) - Muravka (IRE) Marco Ghiani J O Ross Harmon & Partners John & Sean Quinn, Malton T B Barronstown Stud JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 3-y-o who doubled his tally in a 3-y-o handicap at Pontefract on reappearance. Shaped as if back in form when 5 1/2 lengths fourth of9 atAscot (6f) latest.Will needto improve forthe longertrip (oughtto stay) nowpitched against his elders. TFRHHIII BHA90

Br B g Bungle Inthejungle - Lady Spangles (IRE) P. J. McDonald J O King Power Racing Co Ltd Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T B Rathasker Stud King Power International Co Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWForward-goingtypewhonearlysnappedalonglosingrunwithaborderlineusefuleffortonfirstcrackatthistripatThirskinMay.Noeasytaskwhen biddingtomakeallinbettercompanyatNewcastlesubsequentlyandhasconditionsinhisfavouronreturnfroma10-weekbreak. TFRHHHII BHA86 Br B g Siyouni (FR) - Kerila (FR) Mark Winn J O Akela Thoroughbreds Limited David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T B E.A.R.L. Ecurie Haras Du Cadran et al Akela Plant Hire Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWWon useful handicap at Goodwood last summerand onlybeaten 2 lengths in strongerC&D eventthis spring. Ranwell offa slipping markwhen sixth inthe GoldenMileatGloriousGoodwoodbeforenotbeingseentobesteffectlasttime.Interestingdowningradeinaracethatshouldberuntosuit. TFRHHHHI BHA85

Br Gr g Gregorian (IRE) - Natural Instinct (IRE) Jake Dickson (5) J O Reality Partnerships II Tim Easterby, Malton T B Mount Coote Estates Easthorpe Hall Stud S TIMEFORMVIEWReturnedtohisbestwhenopeninghisaccountforcurrentyardinthisgradeatThirsk(7f)inMay,seeingoffSergeantWilko.Backtoformwhenclosethird atChester(6f,good)lasttime.Hasanimpressivewinratewhenthegoingisonthesoftside,andhemaywellenhancethatbackupintrip. TFRHHHHH BHA83

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9

RHOSCOLYN (GB) (5) 050002 CD BF

8

9-6

(12)

10 MONTEZIN (GB) (29) 044051 CD

4

9-2

(9)

11 WRECK IT RYLEY (IRE) (15) 300630 D

6

9-0

(8)

12 KING OF THUNDER (GB) (121) 4601-6 CD

3

8-12

(7)

Br B g Territories (IRE) - Zeyran (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J O The Horse Watchers David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T B Mrs J. E. Laws GAIN Equine Nutrition S TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinnerwhoselatestsuccesscameinlastyear’sGoldenMile.Ranoneofthisseason’sbetterraceswhen13/4-lengthsecondof8inthisgradeatEpsom (7f)5daysago.He’sagainturnedoutquicklyandlooksinterestingoff2lblowerwithconditionsinhisfavour(yardalsosaddleDarkness). TFRHHHHI BHA82 Br B g Wootton Bassett - Palmyre (FR) Harry Russell J O Mrs C. Brittain Antony Brittain, Warthill T B Monceaux, Langlais, & Monnaies TIMEFORMVIEWLow-mileage4-y-o. ReadilyopenedhisaccountinhandicapsoverC&Dlasttime,valueformorethan1/2-lengthwinning margin overa hat-seeker. He’s back up 5lb in a strongerrace here,though,with softerground an unknown. TFRHHHII BHA78

Br Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) - Bucks Frizz (IRE) Ray Dawson J O Mr A J Smith Alan Brown, Malton T B Doc Bloodstock TIMEFORMVIEWDoes have some back form over7fon soft ground. Looks potentiallywelltreated on his closethirdto a couple ofnext-time-outwinners atGlorious Goodwood (6f), provideda change ofheadgeardoesthetrick following abelow-parrun atHamilton(6f) lasttime. TFRHHHII BHA76 Br Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Sun Tide Joe Leavy J O Roudee Racing 17 Hugo Palmer, Malpas T B First Bloodstock Ltd Roudee Racing Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWImprovedfollowingageldingoperationwhenmakingasuccessfulnurserydebutoverC&D(goodtosoft)lastOctober.Builtonthatwhenbeaten21/4lengths atChesteronreturninMay,however,willneedanotherchunkofimprovementfollowingafurther4monthsoff.Engaged5.25AscotFriday. TFRHHIII BHA78

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2025: ATA RANGI (IRE) 4 9 9 Kieran Shoemark 4-1 (Ed Walker) 11 ran Blinkers worn by No. 11. Visor worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 9, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 10. Stewards Note: KORKER: Following its run on 2/8/2026 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed. Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Ata Rangi (IRE), 13-2 Rhoscolyn (GB), 15-2 Montezin (GB), 9-1 Darkness (FR), 10-1 Brian (IRE), Brighton Boy (IRE), 14-1 Star Anthem (IRE), Korker (IRE), Sergeant Wilko (IRE), 16-1 Cape Ashizuri (IRE), 20-1 Wreck It Ryley (IRE), 25-1 King of Thunder (GB) BRIGHTON BOY has an impressive record under these sort of conditions and he gets the vote in an open-looking handicap. The David O’Meara pair both make appeal from falling marks with Darkness preferred of the 2, while Star Anthem could prove well treated if back on song. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BRIGHTON BOY (IRE) 2.DARKNESS (FR) 3.STAR ANTHEM (IRE)

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THE BETFAIR.BETFAIR HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

5.25

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £20000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £8258, 2nd £4130, 3rd £2064, 4th £1032, 5th £516. (Penalty Value £10468) J Jockey T Trainer

RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): W Haggas (51 wins from 183 runners, 28%) runs CROWN OFFICE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W Haggas (11 wins from 52 runners, 21%) runs CROWN OFFICE LONGEST TRAVELLERS: CROWN OFFICE trained by W Haggas, FINAL NIGHT & METAL MERCHANT trained by J Butler & MILETUS trained by J Keane, all Newmarket, 191 miles.

colours no

O Owner B Breeder

S Sponsor Br Breeding

7f 212y

horse

age

st-lb

Draw

1

YANIFER (GB) (14) 10-0040 D

8

10-0

(4)

2

METAL MERCHANT (IRE) (24) 0-00040 D

6

9-11

(12)

3

FINAL NIGHT (GB) (24) 236022 D BF

4

9-11

(7)

4

MILITARY LEADER (GB) (22) 132221 D

5

9-11

(8)

5

CAIM (GB) (16) 12-40

3

9-11

(6)

6

MILETUS (IRE) (36) 263155 D

5

9-10

(10)

7

JUNGLE RULER (IRE) (38) 445432 BF

3

9-9

(11)

8

CROWN OFFICE (GB) (37) 51-0462

3

9-6

(1)

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Fondie (IRE) Oisin McSweeney J O H & W Bethell Harriet Bethell, Arnold T B Daniel Hunt Tote S TIMEFORMVIEWMadeallatChesterlastsummerbuthasn’treallyfiredinahandfulofoutingsthisseason,includingwhen bidding for a repeat win in that Chester contest 2 weeks ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. TFRHHIII BHA85

Br B g Make Believe - Whipped (IRE) Sean Levey J O Recycled Products Limited John Butler, Newmarket T B Tinnakill Bloodstock & Forenaghts Stud TIMEFORMVIEWStoppedthe slidewhen fourth of12 in a handicap over1m at Newcastle on his second outing forthisyard in July but failed to build on that when ninth of 11 in handicap at Kempton (7f) 24 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA82

Br B g Muhaarar - Night Lily (IRE) David Egan J O Mr K. Snell John Butler, Newmarket T B Mr K. Snell Tote S TIMEFORMVIEWAll4ofhiscareerwinshavecomeatKempton,mostrecentlyinMarch.PlacedtwiceonturfatNewmarketinMayandasgoodaseverwhenrunner-upatYork/ Kemptononlast2outings,thoughprospectofthisbecomingatestmaynotsuitonewhohasspeedasarealasset.Tonguetiedforfirsttime. TFRHHHII BHA82

Br B g Dubawi (IRE) - Ring The Bell (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J O Mr James Binks Phillip Makin, Leyburn T B Fairway Thoroughbreds Pty Ltd Tote S TIMEFORMVIEWWonatSouthwellandThirskonreturninMayandcontinuedtoprogressindefeatbeforenotchingathirdwinoftheseason in a 15-runnerhandicap (15/8) atThirsk (1m, good) 22 days ago. Back up in grade nowbut should gowell again. TFRHHHHI BHA82 Br B f Oasis Dream - Prado Daniel Tudhope J O Julie and David R Martin and Dan Hall Edward Bethell, Middleham T B Julie Routledge-Martin Tote S TIMEFORMVIEWMadeawinningstartatBeverleylastSeptemberandbuiltonthatwhenrunnerupin7fListedeventatNewburyamonthlater.Low-keyreturnwhenlastof 4innoviceatLeicesterinMayandneverlookedlikejustifyingstrongmarketsupportwhenmid-fieldatYorkonhandicapdebut16daysago. TFRHHIII BHA87

Br B g Magna Grecia (IRE) - Prima Luce (IRE) Ray Dawson J O Haven’t A Pot & Galloping Together James Keane, Newmarket T B Kilcarn Stud Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW Isn’t the most straightforward but produced an uncharacteristically strong finishing effort with first-time cheekpieces applied to win a Newmarket handicap(goodtofirm)inJunebutheadgearhasn’thadthesameeffectoneitherstartsinceandblinkersarecalledupontosparkarevival. TFRHHIII BHA81

Br B g Lucky Vega (IRE) - Lilli Milena (IRE) Clifford Lee J O The Horse Watchers 4 Michael Appleby, Oakham T B Moyglare Stud Farm Trade Access Panels Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWYettowinahandicapbutplacedlast2starts,finishingrunner-upatSandownonlatestoutingattheend ofJuly. Can give another good account but others make greater appeal forwin purposes. TFRHHHII BHA85 Br B g No Nay Never (USA) - Antonia de Vega (IRE) Tom Marquand J O Mr Saeed Suhail William Haggas, Newmarket T B Stone Roses Bloodstock TIMEFORMVIEWLandedtheoddsinastrong6fLeicestermaiden(soft)onfinaloutinglastyear.Postedhisbesteffortthisseasonwhensecond of5 in handicap at Nottingham (1 1/4m, good) 37 days ago, conceding first run. Shortlistedwith ground likelyto suit. TFRHHHHH BHA82

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9

MONOCEROS (GB) (38) 3P-3505

3

9-5

(3)

10 THE SWEET ESCAPE (GB) (22) 461121 D

4

9-5

(5)

11 BEARIN UP (IRE) (15) 151250 D

3

9-1

(2)

12 KINDEST NATION (IRE) (24) 1406-03 C

5

9-1

(9)

Br B g Dubawi (IRE) - Shirocco Star Andrew Mullen J O Mr G Gibson & Mr Jamie Denholm Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T B Meon Valley Stud Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWEx-Godolphingeldingwhogotbackontrackafteracoupleofunderwhelmingeffortswhenfifthof11inhandicap at Galway (8.6f, soft, 20/1) 38 days ago. Probably needs more again to defy unchanged mark, though. TFRHHHII BHA81

Br B g Zoustar (AUS) - Stepping Out (IRE) Laura Pearson J O David Lowe David Loughnane, Tern Hill T B The Lowe Family Dave Loughnane Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWRecorded back-to-back wins at Beverley (7.5f) in July and improved again when scoring in good style at Newmarket (1m) 22 days ago. Up in grade but merits respect given current trajectory. TFRHHHHI BHA76 Br B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Revolutionintheair (USA) Duran Fentiman J O Mr G Horsford & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T B Rathbarry Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive on the whole this season, winning at Newmarket and Hamilton prior to finishing second at Chester in June. Found things in strongerraces atYork on herlast 2 outings and it’s hardto see hermaking a majorimpact here onthat evidence. TFRHHIII BHA77

Br Br m Sioux Nation (USA) - The Dylan Show (IRE) Joe Leavy J O John Brown & The Owens Hugo Palmer, Malpas T B Sherborough Developments Co Ltd Coral Racing Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWRegularslowstartputitalltogetherwhenwinningatNewcastle(7f)inNovemberandranwellenoughhavingslippedbacktothatwinningmark whenthirdof10inhandicapatKempton(1m,22/1)24daysago.Remainstrickytorecommendasabettingproposition,though. TFRHHIII BHA72

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2025: SPECIAL GHAIYYATH (IRE) 3 9 0 Clifford Lee 10-1 (James Tate) 8 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1, 3. Blinkers worn by No. 4. Visor worn by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6, 10. Stewards Note: YANIFER: Following its run on 22/8/2026 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running. Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Military Leader (GB), The Sweet Escape (GB), 5-1 Crown Office (GB), 11-2 Final Night (GB), 9-1 Jungle Ruler (IRE), 10-1 Caim (GB), 18-1 Kindest Nation (IRE), 20-1 Metal Merchant (IRE), 22-1 Monoceros (GB), 50-1 Yanifer (GB), Bearin Up (IRE), 66-1 Miletus (IRE) CROWN OFFICE decisively beat some good rivals on his only prior outing on soft and he can step forward from an excellent second at Nottingham to get off the mark for the year. The progressive The Sweet Escape and reliable Military Leader also merit strong consideration. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CROWN OFFICE 2.THE SWEET ESCAPE 3.MILITARY LEADER

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THE COURSE IS FOR HORSES Please keep off the track. The track is for horses, their jockeys and stable staff, please keep them and yourselves safe by remaining inside the barriers. Anyone trespassing on the track will be: Liable to arrest and prosecution; Ejected immediately; Banned from all future Haydock Park race meetings; May face a nationwide racecourse ban.

HEALTH AND SAFETY NOTICE The Racecourse would be grateful if you would observe all Health & Safety requirements whilst you are at Haydock Park Racecourse. We would request that only those that are disabled use the disabled viewing area 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 we do have a first aid room. Should anyone require any assistance please speak to the nearest steward.

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NOTICES Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration. All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post.

PARADE RING ACCESS In the interests of safety, access to the parade ring is strictly limited to Owners and Trainers with runners in the race, British Horseracing Authority Officials and Racecourse Officials who are on duty at the meeting and Emergency Service Personnel. Those people holding badges or accreditation that allow access to the Parade Ring are asked to refrain from entering this area unless it is absolutely necessary in the course of their business.

PHOTOGRAPHY Racegoers may take photographs for private purposes in the public enclosures. Under no circumstances may photographs taken on the racecourse be used for publication without prior accreditation being obtained. Flash photography is not permitted anywhere in the Parade Ring or Winner’s Enclosure areas, or anywhere in the close vicinity of horses. The official photographer is John Grossick. To see any of his images please visit www.grossick.co.uk

HBLB PRIZE MONEY The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) has allocated £77.1m in prize money for 2026. Since 2000 HBLB has invested £1.5bn in prize money to support the British horseracing industry.

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 Haydock Park Racecourse employs a minimum of 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 1.25 - THE BETFAIR BACKS OPINIONS SUPERIOR MILE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £53874 to the winning horse The second to receive £20425, the third £10222, the fourth £5092, the fifth £2555 and the sixth £1282. for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, August 31st and pay £950 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 3rd. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st; fillies 8st 11lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 5lb; fillies 9st 2lb Penalties, after March 31st, 2026, a winner of a Group 3 race 3lb Of a Group 2 race 5lb Of a Group 1 race 7lb. Betfair has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, Betfair will awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Betfair. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 13 entries at £950. - Closed August 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £42332; Second £17376; Third £8693; Fourth £4342; Fifth £2176; Sixth £1083. (Penalty Value £53874.50) A SS SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 1.55 - THE BETFAIR CELEBRATES BOW ECHO ASCENDANT STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £25519 to the winning horse The second to receive £9675, the third £4842, the fourth £2412, the fifth £1210 and the sixth £607. for two yrs old only. Enter by noon, August 31st and pay £225 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 3rd. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Pattern race 5lb. Betfair has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, Betfair will award a cash prize awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Betfair. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 12 entries at £225. - Closed August 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £20052; Second £8231; Third £4118; Fourth £2057; Fifth £1031; Sixth £513. (Penalty Value £25519.50) A SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.30 - THE BEST ODDS ON THE BETFAIR EXCHANGE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £51540 to the winning horse The second to receive £24170, the third £12090, the fourth £6040, the fifth £3020 and the sixth £1510. for three yrs old only. Enter by noon, August 31st and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 3rd. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 29th, 2026, for each race won 6lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 9lb. Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. Betfair has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, Betfair will award a cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £15000 towards the prize money for this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Betfair. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 14 entries at £500. - Closed August 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £40630; Second £20320; Third £10160; Fourth £5080; Fifth £2540; Sixth £1270. (Penalty Value £51540) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.05 - THE BETFAIR EXCHANGE OLD BOROUGH CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £51540 to the winning horse The second to receive £24170, the third £12090, the fourth £6040, the fifth £3020 and the sixth £1510. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, August 31st and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 3rd. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after August 29th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Betfair has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, Betfair will award a prize of £100 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Betfair. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 22 entries at £500. - Closed August 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £40630; Second £20320; Third £10160; Fourth £5080; Fifth £2540; Sixth £1270. (Penalty Value £51540) Weights raised 4lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.40 - THE BETFAIR SPRINT CUP STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £226840 to the winning horse The second to receive £86000, the third £43040, the fourth £21440, the fifth £10760 and the sixth £5400. for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, July 7th and pay £2300 stake, Scratch by noon, August 18th or pay £2600, Confirm by noon, August 31st and pay £1640, Supplementary Entry by noon, August 31st and pay £22000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 3rd. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 3lb; fillies 9st 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 5lb; fillies 9st 2lb NOTE: Horses will only be eligible to run in this race provided that they have a current BHA Handicap Rating of 80 or higher at midday of the confirmation stage. Horses which do not qualify for a rating may also be eligible providing the BHA Handicapper is satisfied that the horse’s racecourse performances up to and including the day before confirmation merit a provisional assessment of 80 or higher. Horses which have not run will not be eligible.. Betfair have generously sponsored this race. Mementos will be presented to the winning owner, trainer, jockey. A prize of £100 will be presented to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. A Perpetual Challenge Trophy will be presented to the winning owner, to be held until August 1st, 2027. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Betfair. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. This race will be restricted to 17 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R18 and R19. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the important notices following the Standard Conditions on the Racing Bulletin area of the BHA Racing Administration Internet site www2.racingadmin.co.uk. Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they must notify the Racing Calendar Office immediately when the decision has been made not to run. This will maximise the list of runners. The Racecourse Executive will pay a travel allowance of £400 to any reserve that travels to the course on the day prior to this race, but which subsequently fails to take the place of a declared runner. For the avoidance of doubt, such payments will only be made to any such reserve which would reasonably be expected to travel on the day prior to the race and, thus, for which it would be necessary to begin the journey to the course before the deadline for a reserve to replace a non-runner has passed, i.e., 1.00 p.m. on Friday, September 4th. Trainers seeking to claim this allowance must seek prior confirmation from the Racecourse Executive before commencing the journey. Elimination from this race will be as provided for by the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code) The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code and the Division of Races section of the Race Administration Code of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race. (No confirmation of entry is required for Supplementary entries). 40 entries, 11 at £2300, 16 at £4900, 13 at £6540. - Closed July 7th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £178240; Second £73160; Third £36600; Fourth £18280; Fifth £9160; Sixth £4560. (Penalty Value £226840) A SS SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.15 - THE BETFAIR BE FRIENDLY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £23193 to the winning horse The second to receive £10876, the third £5440, the fourth £2718, the fifth £1359 and the sixth £679. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £225 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £45 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £180 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 3rd. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 3-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after August 29th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Betfair has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer, and jockey. In addition, Betfair will award a cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 14 entries at £225. - Closed August 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £18284; Second £9144; Third £4572; Fourth £2286; Fifth £1143; Sixth £572. (Penalty Value £23193) SS SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 4.50 - THE HKJC WORLD POOL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15702 to the winning horse The second to receive £7368, the third £3681, the fourth £1842 and the fifth £918. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 3rd. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after August 29th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a prize of £50 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of World Pool. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 30 entries, 0 at £30 and 30 at £150. - Closed August 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12387; Second £6195; Third £3096; Fourth £1548; Fifth £774. (Penalty Value £15702) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE. Eighth Race 5.25 - THE BETFAIR.BETFAIR HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10468 to the winning horse The second to receive £4912, the third £2454, the fourth £1228 and the fifth £612. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 3rd. 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 29th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Betfair has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, Betfair will award a cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse. 33 entries at £100. - Closed August 31st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8258; Second £4130; Third £2064; Fourth £1032; Fifth £516. (Penalty Value £10468) SS SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE. 47

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