Hexham Racecard - Saturday 1st June

RACEDAY OFFICIALS

STEWARDS

Robert McCarthy (Chief Steward)

Alison Banks (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

Michael Eyre Lauren Thomson

STARTERS

Russell Garritty

Andrew Parker

JUDGE

Nick Hargreave

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Karl Curran

VETERINARY OFFICER

Tim Davies

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Rachel Kirtley, Alec Dent, David Cook, Graham Gray

VETERINARY SURGEONS

David J Parkin, M.R.C.V.S.

Padraig Kelly, M.R.C.V.S.

Steph Cook, M.R.C.V.S.

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr Viv Tut

Dr Pippa Hall

Dr Lisa Sayles

COMMENTATOR

Gareth Topham

BETTING RING MANAGER

Malcolm Hart

RACEDAY PRESENTER

Venetia Thomson

SAFEGUARDING LEAD

Cheryl Litster-Smith

SAFETY OFFICER

Michael Smith

RACECOURSE MANAGER

Robert Whitelock

CLERK OF THE COURSE

Fiona Needham

HEAD GROUNDSMAN

Mark Cameron

HEXHAM TEAM

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Raceday Secretary raceday@hexham-racecourse.co.uk

WELCOME E TO HEXHAM

THE RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE EXTEND A WARM WELCOME TO ALL OWNERS, TRAINERS, SPONSORS AND RACEGOERS TODAY.

This afternoon’s fixture heralds the start of our 3 June meetings before our summer break returning on Friday 4th October for the remaining 5 fixtures of the year. The prolonged spell of wet weather has certainly brought with it many challenges in terms of track preparation and a huge credit to our groundsman for producing an excellent running surface throughout the year to date.

Thanks as always go to our sponsors Stuart Robertson responsible for our first race celebrating Susan & Neve’s birthday, the Marrill Group who have sponsored at this meeting in previous years, Langley Castle an outstanding small hotel in the area, who provide us with many prizes we offer through our social media competitions and Paul Hughes who has sponsored the fifth race in memory of his late wife

Thanks go to the Ursa Major syndicate who recently lost one of their stars, Event of Sivola who was victorious over both 3 and 4 miles on previous visits to Hexham and have sponsored today’s feature race in his memory.

If you require assistance whilst on course please contact the race day office situated next to the turnstiles or ask a member of racecourse, stewarding or catering staff who will be pleased to assist

Robert Whitelock Racecourse Manager

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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY...

SATURDAY 15TH JUNE

CHARITY RACEDAY

GATES OPEN 1.00PM, FIRST RACE 4.17PM, LAST RACE 7.00PM

SUNDAY 23RD JUNE

LADIES DAY

GATES OPEN 12 NOON, FIRST RACE 2.18PM, LAST RACE 5.18PM

Race times may be subject to late alteration, please check our website www.hexham-racecourse.co.uk nearer the date for confirmation.

Please see the back page of this racecard for a list of the remaining fixtures in 2024

We strongly recommend anyone intending to come racing purchase tickets in advance to save money and avoid disappointment. ALL HOSPITALITY MUST BE BOOKED THROUGH THE OFFICE BY CALLING 01434 606881 DURING OFFICE HOURS

Admission tickets can be purchased online www.hexham-racecourse.co.uk.

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RACECOURSE MAP

FACILITIES KEY

OWNERS AND TRAINERS ROOM

Located next to the Owners and Trainers Entrance, the facility offers superb views of the racecourse and serves a range of snacks throughout the day. Entry to this facility is restricted to owners and trainers who have a runner on the day.

PUBLIC BARS (Paddock Enclosure)

The Shire, Princess Anne and newly opened Bramble Tudor Bar situated at the top of the parade ring are open to all racegoers, provide a wide variety of drinks and snacks

PRIVATE BOXES

ENDERBY, PATTERSON AND GILL BOXES

Situated on the 2nd floor of the Ramshaw Stand. Offering a wide variety of catering options, the boxes are available to hire individually, accommodating between 20 -25 persons or can be configured to host up to 80 persons seated. Providing wonderful views of the racecourse the rooms have their own TOTE betting facility, Closed Circuit TV, well stocked bar as well as a seating area at the rear of the boxes.

HENDERSON SUITE

The Henderson Suite offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, course as well as both the parade ring and winners enclosure Capable of seating up to 120 guests, The Henderson Suite where we serve our 4 course carvery buffet on a race day, is also ideal for entertaining, corporate hospitality and on non raceday’s provides the ideal venue for business conferences, seminars and weddings or other social functions.

THE CHASE BAR

Situated on the ground floor of the Ramshaw Stand this attractive bar with a stained glass backdrop and flagged floor has its own TOTE betting facility, closed circuit TV and allows access on to the club lawn for perfect viewing of the racing.

THE CURLEW ROOM

Situated on the first floor of the Ramshaw Stand, offering wonderful views of the course Tickets for The Curlew Room are available (minimum 2 persons) which provide your own table for the day. The Curlew Room has its own TOTE betting facility, closed circuit TV and serves a range of snack food and refreshments

FACILITIES AT HEXHAM

BRAMBLE TUDOR BAR

THE BRAMBLE TUDOR BAR SITUATED AT THE TOP OF THE PADDOCK, SERVING A RANGE OF DRINKS AND SNACKS IS OPEN TO ALL RACEGOERS

You must be 18 or over to place a bet

You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet

If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted

LEADING TRAINER, JOCKEY & OWNER

JOCKEYS

READING YOUR RACECARD

AN EXPLANATION OF HOW TO MAKE YOUR SELECTIONS TODAY

8 PRINCEDUNDEE(IRE)(20)

B g Stowaway - Miss Dundee (IRE) 6 10-13

J Blair Campbell (5) E Tongue Strap

T Lucinda Russell, Kinross

O JW McNeill & County Set Three

B James Wickham

S Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

1. Form

A quick way to see a horse’s past performance. These are its recent finishing positions

Look out for letters:

C = has won at this course

D = has won over this distance

CD = has won over this distance at this course

BF = was a beaten favourite last time EXPERT VIEW

How the experts rate the horse’s chances:

2. BHA rating = the higher the number, the better the horse.

3. Timeform view and TFR rating

4. Horse’s trainer & their location

Look out for the summary of leading course trainers before each race.

5. Jockey

TFR BHA87

FORM 656551 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Comfortably held in 4 starts over hurdles and easily best effort over fences when winning over C&D 3 weeks ago. Still unexposed as a stayer

26Mar Hex 24f HcpC gd-sf 1/12 Veauce De Sivola (FR) 5l 7Mar Crl 21f HcpC heavy 5/9 Up Helly Aa King 16l 6Feb Ayr 24f HcpH soft 5/11 McGinty’s Dream (IRE) 22l

Listen out for any jockeys who are having a successful day.

OTHER USEFUL DETAILS

6. Owner’s colours worn by the jockey

7. Saddlecloth number

8. Horse’s name

9. Days since the horse last run

10 Horse’s age

11. Jockey’s weight (stone and lbs)

12. The horse’s breeding – father (sire) and mother (dam)

13 Horse’s owner

14. Horse’s breeder

15 Birthplace of horse (outside GB)

EACH HORSE HAS BEEN GIVEN A STAR RATING, DEFINITION BELOW:

Selected to win the race Good chance of being placed By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims

More information on the form

- = New racing season

/ = Missed racing season

P = was pulled-up and didn’t finish the race

F = horse fell

U = rider unseated

R = horse refused to race

CO = the horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse

B = horse was brought down

S = horse slipped

r = the horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race

D = disqualified

Bold form figures = performance in All-weather (Flat) or point-to-point (Jump) races

Unlikely to win but not totally without hope Can be given little or no chance

BET TING WITH THE BOOKMAKERS

DIFFERENT WAYS TO BET - WIN OR EACH-WAY

The two main types of bet are win and each-way. For win bets, your horse needs to win the race outright An each-way bet is effectively two bets – one for your horse to win and one for it to be placed. So a £2 each-way bet will cost £4 A bookmaker taking each-way bets will display the terms on which they accept such bets on their board. In conjunction with The RCA, the bookmakers have introduced standard each-way terms. Bookmakers will provide these terms, or better, when offering each-way betting.

• Fewer than 3 runners - Win bets only, no places offered

• 3 or 4 runners – Win bets only Where a bookmaker wishes to depart from this default position they may offer place terms at 1/5 odds a place 1-2.

• 5 – 7 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1-2

• 8 or more runners – 1/5 odds a place 1-2-3

• Handicaps with 12 to 15 runners (inclusive) – 1/4 odds a place 1-2-3

• Handicaps with 16 to 21 runners (inclusive) – 1/5 odds a place 1-2-3-4

• Handicaps with 22 or more runners – 1/4 odds a place 1-2-3-4

PLACING YOUR BET

Shop around for the best odds When you have decided where to place your bet, state the number of your horse and the stake, for example “Number 4, £2 win” Listen to the bookmaker repeat the number of the horse and the stake to their clerk and hand them your money. You will then be given an itemised receipt detailing your bet and potential winnings. You should keep this safe until you have heard ‘Weighedin’ announced after the race If your bet is successful, hand your ticket to the bookmaker and they will give you your winnings

EPSOM DOWNS 1.25

THE HONG KONG JOCKEY

HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

for three yrs old x Total prize fund £75000

Owners Prize Money 1st £30473, 2nd £15240, 3rd £7620, 4th £3810, 5th £1905, 6th £953. (Penalty Value £38655)

1 HOT FUSS (IRE) (27) 1462-44

Br B g Calyx - Natural Bloom (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

O Keith, David & Stephen Trowbridge

(4)

Pierre-Louis Jamin J

Tom Dascombe, Lambourn T

B Sir Robert Ogden Route Agency Limited S TIMEFORMVIEW Pretty useful but exposed and ran below his reappearance form upped in trip when fourth of 7 at Newmarket (10f) 27 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. TFR BHA92

2 PERSICA (IRE)

(14) 0101-34

Br Ch c New Bay - Rubira (AUS) (Lope de Vega (IRE))

O Martin Hughes & Michael Kerr-Dineen

(11)

Sean Levey J

Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

B The Applecross Syndicate Old Oak Holdings Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEW Dualwinnerat2whohasrunwellonbothstartsthisseason,includingbackinhandicapcompanywhenfourth of 13 at Newbury (10f) weeks ago, putting in a sustained run from a long way back. Should go well again. TFR BHA92

3 GOLDEN WEST

(GB) (24) 11-04 C

Br Ch c Masar (IRE) - Gwendolyn (GER) (Invincible Spirit (IRE))

9-8 (12)

Clifford Lee J

O Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Crimbourne Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWDecisivewinnerofminoreventsatNewcastleandEpsombothstartsat2yrsandhasfacedstifftasksonbothhisoutingsthisseason,offthebridlealongway outwhenrunningaboutaswellascouldbeexpectedinChesterVaselastmonth.Thisismoresuitablebutimprovementneedednonetheless. TFR BHA91

4 GREY CUBAN (GB) (23) 2003-16

9-6 (2)

Br Gr g Havana Grey - Serena Grae (Arakan (USA)) Hollie Doyle J

O Roudee Racing 10 Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

B Shoreham Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Came out on top switched to all-weather in a 8.6f Wolverhampton novice in April, pulling 6 lengths clear

Proved to be a disappointment on handicap debut at Chester last time, though. Significantly up in trip. TFR BHA89

5 WHISKEY PETE (IRE) (16) 2331-P BF

9-6 (8)

Br Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Dorcas Lane (Norse Dancer (IRE)) Hector Crouch J

O Anthony Ramsden, Nigel Skinner&Ron Hull

Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Barnane Stud Ltd R M Beckett Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWMadetheframeall3startsinmaidensandtookastepforwardtomakeawinningnurserydebutatYork(7.9f)inOctober finding extrawhenchallenged.Lostactionwhenpulleduponreturnthere16daysagoandisfartoosoontobewritinghimoff. TFR BHA89

6 REDHOT WHISPER (IRE) (11) 320-032

Br B g Too Darn Hot - Whispering Bell (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

9-4 (6)

Jack Gilligan J

O Mr R. S. Brookhouse B F Brookhouse, Newmarket T

B J. Hanly & A. Stroud Tote S TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyusefulmaidenwhowasplacedagaininafirst-timehoodandtonguestrapin8-runnermaidenatNottingham(8.3f,good) 11daysago,runningon.Tendstoracefreely,sothestepupintripisn’tsuretobeinhisfavouronhandicapdebut TFR BHA87

7 BUBBLES WONKY (IRE) (19) 41-2

Br B c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Belle Josephine (Dubawi (IRE))

O King Power Racing Co Ltd

9-4 (3)

William Buick J

Tim Easterby, Malton T

B King Power Racing Co Ltd King Power International Co Ltd, King Power Racing Co Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWConfirmeddebutpromisewhenoffthemarkatCatterickinOctoberandranwellunderapenaltywhensecondthere(7f,good)19days ago.OpeningmarknogimmebutisbredtobesuitedbythemarkedlylongertripandthebookingofBuickanobviousplus. TFR BHA87

8 PORTSMOUTH (IRE) (29) 454-12 C BF

Br B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Havant (Halling (USA))

O Mr & Mrs James Wigan

B Mrs James Wigan & London TB Services Ltd

9-0 (1)

Oisin Murphy J

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

TIMEFORM VIEW Promise in 3 starts on the AW at 2 yrs and, gelded during the winter he improved switched to turf when scoring in good style on his reappearance/ handicapdebuthere(8.5f)inApril.Didwellunderthecircumstanceswhenrunner-upatGoodwoodsinceandremainsopentoimprovement. TFR BHA83

9 COOL LEGEND (GB) (16) 531-5

8-12 (5)

Br Gr g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Childa (IRE) (Duke of Marmalade (IRE)) Tom Marquand J

O Mr Boniface Ho Ka Kui

William Haggas, Newmarket T

B Highview Bloodstock Ltd Somerville Lodge Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWSonofSeaTheStarswhodisplayedrace-by-raceprogressinatrioofAWmaidenslastyear,provingdeterminedwhenopeninghisaccount atKempton(11f)inDecember Geldedthereafterandwasn’tdisgracedonturf/handicapdebutatYork(11.8f)16daysago. TFR BHA81

10 PREPSCHOOL (IRE)

(14) 124-430

Br Gr g Camelot - Free To Roam (IRE) (Bushranger (IRE))

O The Heatherdonians 1

B Pitchford Bloodstock

8-11 (10)

Ben Coen J

Michael Bell, Newmarket T

Michael Bell Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at 2 yrs who seemed to find the London Gold Cup too competitive at Newbury (10f, good to firm) 14 days ago. Others appeal more. TFRHHHII BHA80

11 BLAKE

(GB) (9) 53-321

Br B c Zoffany (IRE) - Love’s Secret (Pivotal)

O Miss E Nolan and Paul Hancock

8-10 (9)

Rhys Clutterbuck J

Peter Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket T

B Love’s Secret Partnership Fairlawns Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form to get off the mark on just his second start in a handicap in 9-runner event at Sandown (8f, soft) 9 days ago. Up in trip and may do better still. TFRHHHII BHA79

12 COMMANDER CROUCH

(IRE) (9) 420-660

8-5 (7)

Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Seven Magicians (USA) (Silver Hawk (USA)) Saffie Osborne J

O Goff, Walsh, Zerdin & Sweet

B Oak Leaf Stud

Jim Boyle, Epsom T

Jim Boyle Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW 7f winner for Richard Hannon at 2 but has been below form all 3 starts for new yard this year, including when only seventh of 9 to Blame at Sandown last week. Up in trip. TFRHHIII BHA74

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2023: TORITO 3 9 7 Benoit de la Sayette 4-1 (John & Thady Gosden) 13 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.

Stewards Note:

WHISKEY PETE: Following its run on 16/5/2024 it was reported that the horse lost its action.

REDHOT WHISPER: Following its run on 21/5/2024 it was reported that the horse hung badly left under pressure.

PORTSMOUTH: Following its run on 3/5/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too freely

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Portsmouth (IRE), 7-1 Blake (GB), 17-2 Persica (IRE), 9-1 Bubbles Wonky (IRE), 12-1 Golden West (GB), 14-1 Hot Fuss (IRE), Whiskey Pete (IRE), Cool Legend (GB), 16-1 Grey Cuban (GB), 18-1 Prepschool (IRE), 22-1 Redhot Whisper (IRE), 40-1 Commander Crouch (IRE)

PORTSMOUTH did well to last as long as he did at Goodwood last month, considering the combination of a step up in trip/much more testing ground and a refusal to settle, so he remains of firm interest, especially now back at the scene of his reappearance success. Persica put in a sustained run from a long way back at Newbury on his most recent outing and ought to go well again, with Bubbles Wonky an interesting handicap debutant upped to a trip that promises to suit

EPSOM DOWNS 2.00 1m

THE PRINCESS ELIZABETH STAKES (SPONSORED BY MY PENSION EXPERT) (CLASS

1) (Group 3)

for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £100000 Owners Prize Money 1st £44560, 2nd £18290, 3rd £9150, 4th £4570, 5th £2290, 6th £1140. (Penalty Value £56710)

1 ASTRAL BEAU (GB) (27) 3340-25

Br B m Brazen Beau (AUS) - Asteroidea (Sea The Stars (IRE))

5 9-8 (2)

Shane Kelly J

O Family Sly Pam Sly, Peterborough T

B M. H. Sly & Mrs P. M. Sly Pam Sly Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWProgressivehandicapperin2022andimprovedanotherchunkwhenlandingaListedraceatDoncasteron2023reappearance.Plentyofsolideffortsindefeat since,includingwhenclosethirdinthis12monthsago.FailedtobuildonreturnwhenwellheldinDahliaatNewmarketbuttypetobounceback. TFRHHHII BHA104

2 BREEGE (GB) (28) 22542-3

Br B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Wowcha (IRE) (Zoffany (IRE))

4 9-8 (7)

Jason Hart J

O Chasemore Farm John & Sean Quinn, Malton T

B Chasemore Farm Chasemore Farm LLP, JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWYettoscoresinceherdebutbutsherecordedsomeveryusefuleffortslastterm,includingwhenrunner-upintheSandringham atRoyalAscot WentclosetomakingawinningreturninListedeventatGoodwood4weeksagoandshe’saplayer TFRHHHII

3 JULIA AUGUSTA (GB) (56) 0624-54 5 9-8 (5)

Br B m Ulysses (IRE) - Empress Livia (Paco Boy (IRE))

O Mr J. C. G. Chua

Jason Watson J

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Denniff Farms & Cheveley Park Stud Ltd Chuanglee Cash & Carry Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful mare who was better for comeback run when fourth in Listed event at Kempton 8 weeks ago on final start for Roger Varian. Has a fair bit to find with most of these, however TFRHIIII BHA92

4 ROYAL DRESS (IRE) (28) 21400-1

4 9-8 (6)

Br B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Wadaa (USA) (Dynaformer (USA)) Ben Coen J

O Mr Saeed Manana James Tate, Newmarket T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulhandicapperforRichardHannonlastseasonandfoundtherequiredimprovementwhenasurprisewinnerof Listed race at Goodwood on return for new yard, overcoming a pace bias to edge out Breege. In the mix. TFRHHHII BHA102

5 RUNNING LION (GB) (27) 10230-2 BF

Br Gr f Roaring Lion (USA) - Bella Nouf (Dansili)

O Mr D. P. Howden

4 9-8 (4)

Oisin Murphy J

John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T

B The Bella Nouf Partnership Tweenhills Farm & Stud Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful last season and seemed better than ever when second in Dahlia Stakes at Newmarket on return, looking the likely winner for a long way (traded at 1.01 in running). Fancied to resume winning ways back down in trip/class. TFRHHHHH BHA106

6 SEA OF THIEVES (GB) (34) 6/1265-1 4 9-8 (9)

Br B f Cracksman - Grande Bleue (IRE) (Oasis Dream)

Cristian Demuro J

O Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd Mario Baratti, France T

B Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced4-y-owhotookabigstepforwardstartingoutforthisyard(formerlywithEdWalker)whenwinning Listed race at Longchamp on return, edging out a subsequent Group 3 winner Remains unexposed. TFRHHHII BHA97

7 SPARKS FLY (GB) (35) 10116-5

Br B f Muhaarar - Stepping Out (IRE) (Tagula (IRE))

4 9-8 (1)

Laura Pearson J

O David Lowe David Loughnane, Tern Hill T

B The Lowe Family Galloways Bakers Ltd, Dave Loughnane Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWHighlyprogressiveswitchedtoturflastseason,winning8times,notablyListedraceatSaint-Cloud(8f)inOctober Notdisgraced backinhandicapcompanyatHaydockonreturnandentitledtocomeonforthat Worthashotatthislevel. TFRHHHHI BHA106

8 CHIC COLOMBINE (FR) (20) 1114-10

Br B f Seahenge (USA) - Little Hippo (Halling (USA))

O Highclere T’bred Racing - Vermeer 1

3 8-10 (3)

William Buick J

George Boughey, Newmarket T

B Mell Elevages/Ecurie Artsam/V Le Roy Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWProgressedplentyfollowingamid-summerbreaklastseason,completing4-timeratGoodwood.Tookanotherstepforwardwhenwide-marginwinnerofListed raceatSaint-CloudonreturnbeforenotseentobesteffectinamessyPouled’EssaidesPoulichesatLongchamp3weeksago.Nottakenlightly. TFRHHHII BHA103

9 GLIMPSED (GB) (15) 16-5

Br Ch f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Look So (Efisio)

O Mr J. H. Richmond-Watson

3 8-10 (8)

Hector Crouch J

Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Lawn Stud Dunlin S

TIMEFORM VIEWHalf-sistertoconnections’high-classwinnerupto15.5fScopeandlookedtalentedherselfwhenreadilyscoringinaNewmarketmaidenlastyear. Builtonthatatsecondattemptwhenastaying-onfifthinListedraceatYorkonreturnbutwillsurelyfindafewtooquickforheraroundhere. TFRHHIII

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: PROSPEROUS VOYAGE (IRE) 4 9 8 Frankie Dettori 6-4 (Ralph Beckett) 6 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Hood worn by No. 4. Stewards Note:

RUNNING LION: Following its run on 5/5/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed under pressure.

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Running Lion (GB), 9-2 Sparks Fly (GB), 7-1 Breege (GB), 10-1 Sea of Thieves (GB), 11-1 Chic Colombine (FR), 12-1 Royal Dress (IRE), 20-1 Astral Beau (GB), 22-1 Glimpsed (GB), 33-1 Julia Augusta (GB)

RUNNING LION looked better than ever when runner-up in the Dahlia Stakes at Newmarket on her comeback last month and she should take plenty of beating back down in class. Sparks Fly had a remarkable 3-y-o campaign and is ready for a shot at this level after a respectable reappearance at Haydock, while there wasn’t much between Royal Dress and Breege in a Listed event at Goodwood 4 weeks ago.

EPSOM DOWNS 2.35 1m

THE BETFRED DIOMED STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £100000 Owners Prize Money 1st £44560, 2nd £18290, 3rd £9150, 4th £4570, 5th £2290, 6th £1140. (Penalty Value £56710)

1 HIGHLAND AVENUE (IRE) (99) 4100-06 D 6 9-11 (1)

Br Gr g Dubawi (IRE) - Lumiere (Shamardal (USA))

William Buick J

O Godolphin Charlie Appleby, Newmarket T

B Godolphin Emirates Fly Better S

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a first win since his 3-y-o campaign when scoring in good style in Darley Stakes at Newmarket last October Not in the same form campainedinBahrain/Dubaisince,buthewassecondinthisracelastyearandnosurprisetoseehimbouncebackafterabreak. TFRHHHHI BHA106

2 EMBESTO (GB) (45) 11214-5

Br Ch c Roaring Lion (USA) - Dibajj (FR) (Iffraaj)

4 9-8 (7)

James Doyle J

O Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum Roger Varian, Newmarket T

B Deerfield Farm TIMEFORMVIEWMadeit3winsfromhisfirst4startswhendead-heatinginSovereignStakesatSalisburylastAugust CreditablefourthinaLongchampGroup2 onfinal3-y-oouting,beforebeingleftpoorlyplacedwhenfifthatNewmarketonreturn.Worthanotherchancewithhoodapplied. TFRHHHHH BHA110

3 EPICTETUS

(IRE)

(31) 01540-5 C

4 9-8 (3)

Br B g Kingman - Thistle Bird (Selkirk (USA)) Kieran Shoemark J

O Mr George Strawbridge John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T

B George Strawbridge TIMEFORM VIEWLookedsuitedbythedropbackto1mwhenstylishwinnerofGroup3atGloriousGoodwood(soft).Fellshortinbettercompanylaterin2023,but after6monthsoff(hadbeengelded)ranpoorlyinListedraceatAscotinMay Needstogetbackontrackwithcheekpiecesreapplied. TFRHHHII BHA109

4 REGAL REALITY (GB) (22) 3324-43 CD 9 9-8 (8)

Br B g Intello (GER) - Regal Realm (Medicean) Ryan Moore J

O Mr Peter Done Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket T

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Peninsula Business Services Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWSmartperformerwhohaswonaGroup3everyyearbaronesince2018,includingthisracelastsummer Somegoodeffortsindefeatlaterin2023 andhasmadetheframebothstartsthisyear albeitnomatchforhisprogressivestablematewhenthirdatChesterlasttime.Respected. TFRHHHHI BHA110

5 ROYAL DUBAI (FR) (85) 50-2151 D

4 9-8 (6)

Br B c Seahenge (USA) - Sand Rose (FR) (Aussie Rules (USA)) Oisin Murphy J

O Mr Saeed Sultan Al Rahoomi Marco Botti, Newmarket T

B Agricola GEM SRL & Agricola La Pluma

Marco Botti Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWMadehisfirststartinBritainasuccessfuloneatChelmsfordayearagoandconfirmedthatimprovementinhandicapsonhisnext3outings. Belowformonhisfinalrunof2023buthasgotbackontheupthisyear,winningtwiceatMeydan.Needstofindmoreagain. TFRHHIII BHA104

6 ROYAL SCOTSMAN (IRE) (14) 52/300-0

Br B c Gleneagles (IRE) - Enrol (Pivotal)

O Mrs Fitri Hay

4 9-8 (5)

Jamie Spencer J

Paul & Oliver Cole, Whatcombe T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited JMH Group S TIMEFORMVIEWPlacedforsecondtimeinGroup1companywhenthirdinlastyear’s2000Guineas.However,downthefieldinIrish2000GuineasandStJames’s Palace(reportedlysufferingfrombonebruising),andwellheldatNewburyonhisreturn.Tonguestrapworelasttimequicklydiscarded. TFRHHHII BHA111

7 SEAN (GER) (77) 12-4236 D

7 9-8 (2)

Br B h Excelebration (IRE) - Sharin (GER) (Areion (GER)) Saffie Osborne J

O Barratt Racing

B Mr Gestut Rottgen

Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn T

TIMEFORMVIEWMakingsecondstartforcurrentyard,atleastasgoodaseverwhennarrowlydeniedinaMeydanGroup3inFebruary Shapedasifstillingood formnexttime,beforealesserefforttriedondirtatJebelAliinMarch.TaskisnowtotransferhisturfforminDubaiovertoBritain. TFRHHIII BHA108

8 SILVER SWORD (GB) (21) 10152-4

4 9-8 (4)

Br Gr g Charm Spirit (IRE) - Aurora Gray (Rip Van Winkle (IRE)) Rhys Clutterbuck J

O Martians Racing & Dylan Cunha Dylan Cunha, Newmarket T

B Culworth Grounds & Fortune Bloodstock Spillers Horse Feeds S

TIMEFORMVIEWRecordedathirdwinof2023inhandicapatYork’sEbormeetingandranwellwhensecondinDarleyStakesatNewmarketonhisfinalstart,albeit beaten4lengthsbyHighlandAvenue.MayhaveneededtherunatHaydockonhisreturn,buthehasabittofindbackatthislevel. TFRHHIII BHA103

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2023: REGAL REALITY 8 9 8 Ryan Moore 5-1 (Sir Michael Stoute) 6 ran Hood worn first time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. Stewards Note:

REGAL REALITY: Following its run on 10/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was slowly away

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Highland Avenue (IRE), 4-1 Embesto (GB), 5-1 Regal Reality (GB), 7-1 Epictetus (IRE), 9-1 Royal Scotsman (IRE), 11-1 Sean (GER), Silver Sword (GB), 12-1 Royal Dubai (FR)

EMBESTO developed into a smart performer as a 3-y-o, dead-heating for success in a Group 3 at Salisbury, and he can resume his progress after a slow start left him on the back foot at Newmarket on his reappearance. With a hood added, he is taken to get the better of last year’s one-two in the race, with Highland Avenue feared most ahead of Regal Reality

EPSOM DOWNS 3.10

THE BETFRED 3YO “DASH” HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

for three yrs old x Total prize fund £75000 Owners Prize Money 1st £30473, 2nd £15240, 3rd £7620, 4th £3810, 5th £1905, 6th £953. (Penalty Value £38655) 4 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

1 MYCONIAN (IRE) (75) 14-5050 D

Br B c Magna Grecia (IRE) - Sirici (IRE) (Choisir (AUS))

O Daniel MacAuliffe & Anoj Don

9-9 (6)

Tom Marquand J

Amy Murphy, Newmarket T

B Lisbrook Class1Personnel, Amy Murphy Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Dualwinnerasajuvenile,includingListedsuccessatDeauville(5f)lastJuly Notdisgracedon2ofhis3startsinMeydanearlierthisyearbut belowbestwhenlastseenatChantillyinMarch.Cheekpiecesreachedfornowbutmoreneededoffthismarkbackinahandicap. TFRHHIII BHA90

2

BILLY

WEBSTER

(IRE) (24) 141-155 D

Br B g Profitable (IRE) - Some Site (IRE) (Nayef (USA))

O H.E. Redha Munfaredi

9-9 (12)

Liam Wright (5) J

George Scott, Newmarket T

B Herbertstown House Stud George Scott Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWPostedausefuleffortwhenmakingit3winsfromfirst4startsatSouthwell(5f)inJanuary ExcusesatLingfieldnexttimeandwellservedbythestrong gallopwhenrunningonforfifthatChester(6f)24daysago.Unbeatenattheminimumtripandblinkerscouldputanextraedgeonhim. TFRHHHII BHA90

3

TEARS OF A CLOWN

(GB) (43) 5130-0 D 9-8 (14)

Br Ch f Pearl Secret - Paper Star (Make Believe)

Trevor Whelan J

O Mr Andrew Davis Henry Candy, Wantage T

B Joseph Loveridge TIMEFORMVIEWSuccessfulonsecondof2startsforRogerIngramandsteppedupfurtherwhenthirdonyarddebutinNewburyListedevent(5f)inAugust Possibly neededtherunafter6monthsoffwhenninthinBathListedevent(5f)6weeksagobutmoreneededinanycaseonhandicapdebut TFRHHHII BHA89

4 STURLASSON (IRE) (14) 2660-01 D 9-8 (17)

Br Gr g Invincible Army (IRE) - Angelic Light (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE)) Oisin Murphy J

O Knobel McGrath Partnership Kieran Patrick Cotter, Ireland T

B Yeomanstown Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWIrishraiderwhodeliveredonthepromiseheshowedasajuvenilewhenreadilylandingaNavanmaiden(5f)2weeksago,breakingfastand makingall.MoreneededinaraceofthisnaturebutbookingofOisinMurphycatchestheeyeandlikelyhecandobetteragain. TFRHHHII BHA89

5 ZIGGY’S MISSILE (IRE) (15) 6-11210 D

Br B c Blue Point (IRE) - Shafaani (Green Desert (USA))

O Middleham Park Racing LXXI

9-7 (9)

Clifford Lee J

Robert Cowell, Newmarket T

B Mr Andrew McNally Robert Cowell Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWShowedabilityin3runsonturfat2yrsandsinceprogressedtowin3ofhis4startsinAWhandicapssincetheturnoftheyear However some waybelowthatlevelwhentwelfthof17inhandicapatYork(5f,good)15daysago.Stillneedstoprovehimselfaseffectiveonturf. TFRHHHII BHA88

6 BLUE STORM (GB) (24) 33431-4 D

Br B c Blue Point (IRE) - Riskit Fora Biskit (IRE) (Kodiac)

O David Lowe

9-7 (20)

Rossa Ryan J

Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T

B Highview Bloodstock Ltd Gemma Tutty Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWBrightstartfornewyard,career-besteffortwhensuccessfulatSouthwell(5f)inDecember.Confirmedimprovementshownthenwhen 1lengthfourthbehindre-opposingKnicksinhandicapatChester(5.1f)24daysagoandlikelytogiveanothergoodaccount TFRHHHII BHA88

7 DUE FOR LUCK (IRE) (24) 11240-3 D

Br B g Due Diligence (USA) - Vanity’s Girl (IRE) (Compton Place)

O David Balfe & Partner

9-4 (19)

Jason Hart J

John & Sean Quinn, Malton T

B Mrs Louise Quinn JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEW Formtailedoffafterahighlypromisingstartlasttermbutfirmlybackontrackandlookedunluckynottowinwhenneckthirdbehind KnicksatChester(5.1f)24daysago,finishingwithaflourish.Nudgedup2lbbutwellworthconsideringnowhe’sbackontrack. TFRHHHHI BHA85

8 MASHADI (IRE) (22) 25-2252

Br B g Blue Point (IRE) - Vintage Molly (Mount Nelson)

O Amo Racing Limited

9-3 (8)

David Egan J

Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket T

B Pier House Stud Sports Invest UK Ltd, KPF Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWStillamaidenbuthehastakenhisformupalevelsincetheheadgearwasapplied,besteffortyetwhensecondof12inhandicap atAscot(6f)3weeksago,edgedoutonlylateon.Versatileasregardsgroundandanotherfanciedtobeinthemix. TFRHHHII BHA84

9 CURIOUS ROVER (IRE) (15) 2122-60 D 9-3 (16)

Br B g The Irish Rover (IRE) - Only Live Once (Charm Spirit (IRE)) William Pyle (5) J

O URSA Major Racing Ltd and Partner Katie Scott, Galashiels T

B Aidan Sexton Overlander Vehicles, Adra Projects Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a productive 2-y-o campaign, winning twice and placed 5 times from 7 appearances. Gelded during the winter but yet to scalesameheightsthisterm,wellheldfourteenthof17inhandicapatYork(5f,good,40/1)15daysago.Thisanothertoughask. TFRHHIII BHA84

10

ROGUE ENFORCER (GB)

(36) 3211-0 D

9-3 (5)

Br B c Profitable (IRE) - Skip To My Lou (Foxwedge (AUS)) Sean Dylan Bowen (5) J

O The Rogues Gallery Peter Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket T

B Peter Crate Excel Entertainment Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWEndedjuvenilecampaignfirmlyontheup,completinganautumndoublewithasmoothperformanceinanoviceatCatterick.However, hewasnearerlastthanfirstonreturnatSandown5weeksagoandbothhisvictorieshavebeengainedonheavyground. TFRHHHII BHA84

11 VINCE L’AMOUR

(IRE) (15) 5-31120 D

Br B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Red Romance (Dutch Art)

9-1 (10)

David Allan J

O Reality Partnerships X Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Mark Hanly & Stephanie Hanly Easthorpe Hall Stud S TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved on previous efforts when landing handicaps at Ripon/Catterick in April and ran another cracker upped in grade whenjusttouchedoffbyKnicksonpenultimatestart LatestYorkeffortwasbelowparbuthe’salikelytypetobounceback. TFRHHHII BHA82

12 THE COFFEE POD (IRE) (13)

310-030

Br B c Acclamation - Ethel (Exceed And Excel (AUS))

O Middleham Park Racing LXXVII

9-1 (7)

Pat Dobbs J

Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

B O’Connor International Limited Tattersalls S TIMEFORMVIEWWon6fYorknoviceinSeptember(raceworkedoutwell)andsteppeduponhisseasonalbowwhenthirdatWindsor(5.1f)inApril.However, didn’tlookentirelystraightforwardwhenlastof7inhandicapatNewmarket(6f)2weeksago.Cheekpiecesreachedfornow TFRHHHII BHA82

13 TAN RAPIDO (GB)

(36)

21-20 D

Br Br c Bated Breath - If So (Iffraaj)

O Bedford House Racing I

9-0 (1)

Kieran Shoemark J

Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket T

B Foursome Thoroughbreds Fitzdares S TIMEFORMVIEWConfirmeddebutpromisewhencomfortablyoffthemarkinmaidenatWindsor(5.1f)lastJuly Couldn’tjustifycrampedodds(toofree)on returnatWolverhampton(5.1f)inAprilbutheranpoorlybackonturfatSandownlaterthatmonth.Still,toosoontobewritinghimoff. TFRHHHII BHA81

14 MART (GB) (4) 222211 D

9-0 (in 6lb ex) (18)

Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Adorn (Kyllachy) Rhys Clutterbuck J

O Quest Thoroughbreds Dylan Cunha, Newmarket T

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited

TIMEFORMVIEWRealsuccessstoryforhisyard,gainingafifthsuccesssincetheautumnindeterminedfashionatLingfield(6f,AW)4daysago,keeping onfinal1fandleadingdyingstrides.Effectiveatthisshortertripandclearlythrivingbutthishistoughestassignmenttodate. TFRHHHII BHA75

15 MC LOVEN (GB) (28) 110-462 D

8-13 (4)

Br B c Harry Angel (IRE) - Lover’s Knot (Invincible Spirit (IRE)) Paddy Bradley J

O Mr Robert Moss Simon Dow, Epsom T

B Godolphin Simon Dow S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner in his juvenile season and performed with credit on 2 of his 3 starts upon returning, showing plenty of his early speed without proving a match for one on a steep upward curve. Each-way claims from 1lb lower mark. TFRHHHII BHA80

16 GRANDLAD (IRE) (7) 2411 D

Br B c Acclamation - Tralong Bay (IRE) (Showcasing)

O Sleeve It Ltd

8-13 (11)

Adam Farragher J

James Horton, Newmarket T

B Rathbarry Stud Noise Agency Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWProgressivesonofAcclamation,dominantwhenwinningaWolverhamptonnoviceinMarchpriortomakingvirtuallyallonhandicap debutatGoodwood(5f)7daysago,pullingwellclearwithrunner-up.3lbriselooksfairandhe’shighontheshortlist TFRHHHHH BHA80

17 KNICKS (IRE) (24) 2031-21 D

Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Katla (IRE) (Majestic Missile (IRE))

O Capla Development, J Nordoff, L Westwood

B John Grogan & Irish National Stud

8-9 (2)

David Probert J

Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T

TIMEFORMVIEWEnded2-y-ocampaignwithsuccessatNottingham(6f)inSeptemberandbuiltonhisencouragingreturn/yarddebutwhenscoringatChester(5.1f) 24daysago,lookingwellsuitedbythedropbackintripandshowingawillingattitude.Claimsfrom3lbhigherwithavisornowenlisted. TFRHHHHI BHA76

18

DOCTOR VUBY (IRE)

(96) 624-22

8-7 (13)

Br B c Footstepsinthesand - Rohesia (High Chaparral (IRE)) Saffie Osborne J

O Middleham Park Southbank Scott Westy Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T

B Mr Patrick Cosgrove Middleham Park Racing, Vincent & Partners Limited S TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-racedmaidenwhohasracedexclusivelyonAWtodate,postingbestefforttodatewhensecondof5toZiggy’sMissilein handicapatWolverhampton(5.1f)inFebruary Hadwindsurgerysubsequentlyandlikelyhehasmoretooffer Turfdebut TFRHHHII BHA74

19 ENCHANTING (GB) (15) 51-30 D

8-6 (15)

Br B f Blue Point (IRE) - Tisa River (IRE) (Equiano (FR)) Hollie Doyle J

O Mr Imad Alsagar Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd Blue Diamond Stud Farm S TIMEFORMVIEWClearlyallthebetterforherdebutspinwhenlandingan8-runnerBeverleynoviceindecisivefashioninSeptember ReappearancethirdatWolverhampton wasencouragingbutshecouldn’tstepuponthatimmediatelywhententhof17inhandicapatYork(5f,good)15daysago. TFRHHHII BHA73

20 SPLIT THE PROFIT (IRE) (21) 025232 BF

Br B g Profitable (IRE) - Anne of Kiev (IRE) (Oasis Dream)

8-3 (3)

John Egan J

O Mr Jim Gill Mike Murphy & Michael Keady, Westoning T

B Lynn Lodge Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWMaidenwhohastwicegonecloseonall-weatherthisyearandhasconfirmedhimselfaseffectiveonturfinrecentweeks,forcedtomakehis challengefurtherback/widerthanwinnerwhenrunner-upatLingfield(5f)3weeksago.Thisawholelotmoredemanding,however TFRHHIII BHA70

DECLARED RUNNERS 20 2023: TATTERSTALL (IRE) 3 9 2 Connor Beasley 8-1 (Michael Dods) 14 ran

Blinkers worn first time by No. 2. Visor worn first time by No. 17. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1, 12. Blinkers worn by No. 8. Visor worn by No. 20. Tongue Strap worn by No. 11.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 18. Stewards Note:

ZIGGY’S MISSILE: Following its run on 17/5/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

MASHADI: Following its run on 10/5/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.

THE COFFEE POD: Following its run on 19/5/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too freely

DOCTOR VUBY: Following its run on 26/2/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

Probable S.P’s: 7-1 Due For Luck (IRE), 9-1 Grandlad (IRE), 11-1 Sturlasson (IRE), 12-1 Knicks (IRE), 14-1 Billy Webster (IRE), Blue Storm (GB), Mart (GB), 16-1 Mashadi (IRE), 22-1 Ziggy’s Missile (IRE), Rogue Enforcer (GB), Vince L’Amour (IRE), Mc Loven (GB), Doctor Vuby (IRE), Enchanting (GB), 25-1 Tears of A Clown (GB), 28-1 The Coffee Pod (IRE), Tan Rapido (GB), 33-1 Split The Profit (IRE), 40-1 Myconian (IRE), 50-1 Curious Rover (IRE)

GRANDLAD confirmed himself a useful sprinter in the making when adding to his tally over this trip at Goodwood 7 days ago, asserting close home having pulled clear with the runner-up. A 3lb rise for that looks fair and he shades the vote to complete the hat-trick. Due For Luck got firmly back on track and was unfortunate not to score on return and he’s feared, along with his Chesterconqueror Knicks, equipped with a first-time visor Sturlasson and Mashadi complete the shortlist

EPSOM DOWNS 3.45 5f

THE ASTON MARTIN “DASH” HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) (Heritage Handicap)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £100000 Owners Prize Money 1st £40160, 2nd £20080, 3rd £10040, 4th £5020, 5th £2510, 6th £1250, 7th £630, 8th £310. (Penalty Value £50960)

1 CLARENDON HOUSE (GB) (16) 11-4341 D 6 9-13 (12)

Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Walaaa (IRE) (Exceed And Excel (AUS)) Tom Marquand J

O Middleham Park Racing VIII Robert Cowell, Newmarket T

B D. R. Tucker Robert Cowell Racing S TIMEFORMVIEW Smart gelding who enhanced his good strike rate in 17-runner handicap at York (5f, good) 16 days ago by 1 1/4 lengths from Looking For Lynda. Strong traveller who came third in this 12 months ago. Player

2 DEMOCRACY DILEMMA (IRE) (7) 51-3012 D 4 9-4 (8)

Br B g Cotai Glory - Majestic Alexander (IRE) (Bushranger (IRE)) Rossa Ryan J

O Mrs Fitri Hay

Robert Cowell, Newmarket T

B Mountarmstrong Stud JMH Group S TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Chester in May and backed it up with a good second at Windsor (5.1f, good to firm) 7 days ago. Shortlisted.

3 SILKY WILKIE (IRE) (41) 5-04025 D 5 9-1 (15)

Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Vasoni (IRE) (Redback)

O Middleham Park Racing LXXXI & E Burke

Clifford Lee J

K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Mrs Claire Doyle Tattersalls S TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 14 runs since his last win in 2023 but he arrives in good nick, fifth of 15 in handicap at Musselburgh (5f, good to soft) 41 days ago. Runner-up in this last year so firmly in the mix with cheekpieces added. TFRHHHHI BHA99

4 CHIPSTEAD (GB) (28) 531300 D

Br B h Mayson - Charlotte Rosina (Choisir (AUS))

O Homecroft & Crampsie

6 9-0 (9)

Jack Mitchell J

Roger Teal, Lambourn T

B Tony Hirschfeld Homecroft Wealth S TIMEFORMVIEW In winning form on AW this winter, scoring twice over 6f, but only ninth of 15 in handicap at Newmarket (6f, good) 28 days ago. Needs to bounce back.

TFRHHHII BHA98

5 THE BELL CONDUCTOR (IRE) (35) 00-1014 D 7 8-13 (5)

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Saffian (Dubawi (IRE))

O Alfa Site Services Ltd

William Pyle (5) J

Craig Lidster, Easingwold T

B Mr Denis B. McCarthy Alfa Site Services Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEW Bagged his second win of 2023 at Pontefract (5f) and not discredited when fourth of nine at Ripon (5f) later in April. Ought to be thereabouts once more.

TFRHHHII BHA97

6 ONE NIGHT STAND (GB) (39) 511000 D BF 7 8-6 (10)

Br B g Swiss Spirit - Tipsy Girl (Haafhd)

Saffie Osborne J

O Chappell & Dixon Scott Dixon, Rolleston T

B Mr S. Hoskins & Trickledown Stud Tote S TIMEFORMVIEWSpeedysortwhomadeallinabrace5fAWhandicapsearlierthisyear.Notsogoodupinclassonnext3starts and never looked like justifying market support back on turf at Epsom last time. Others appeal more. TFRHHIII BHA90

7 DREAM COMPOSER (FR) (8) 4-50302 D

(7)

Br B g Dream Ahead (USA) - High Spice (USA) (Songandaprayer (USA)) Joe Leavy (5) J

O Peter Clarke Racing Partners

James Evans, Kinnersley T

B Khalifa Dasmal The Little Jet Company Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Got back on track when second of 10 in handicap at Goodwood (5f, good) 8 days ago. Not taken lightly despite a 2lb rise. TFRHHHII BHA89

8 ALLIGATOR ALLEY (GB) (16) 34-6060 D

(4)

Br B g Kingman - Overturned (Cape Cross (IRE)) Adam Farragher J

O Akela Thoroughbreds Limited David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Whatton Manor Stud Akela Plant Hire Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Yettohittopformthisterm,thoughhepostedarespectableninthof17toClarendonHouseinhandicap at York (5f, good) 16 days ago. Possibilities off an easing mark for yard among the winners. TFRHHHII BHA88

9 LOOKING FOR LYNDA (IRE) (16) 20-6232 D 4 8-4 (1)

Br Ch g Unfortunately (IRE) - Designated (Dutch Art)

O Mr D Bardsley & Mrs E Burke

Hollie Doyle J

K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Springfield House Stud&Hollymount Stud Brindle Developments (Hyde) Ltd, KB Spigot Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Arrives in good form, 1 1/4 lengths second of 17 to Clarendon House in handicap at York (5f, good) 16 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up nudged up just 1lb.

TFRHHHII BHA88

10

LORD RIDDIFORD (IRE) (100) 0325-45 D 9 8-2 (3)

Br Gr g Zebedee - Beacon of Hope (IRE) (Barathea (IRE))

O The JAM Partnership

Paddy Mathers J

John & Sean Quinn, Malton T

B Malachy M. Harney JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 5f Goodwood scorer in 2023 but yet to fire in two starts this term, fifth of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 100 days ago. Needs to get back on track after a break. TFRHHHII BHA86

11 LIVE IN THE MOMENT (IRE) (14) 0106-64 D 7 8-2 (11)

Br Ch g Zebedee - Approaching Autumn (New Approach (IRE)) Sean Dylan Bowen (5) J

O Steve & Jolene de’Lemos

Alice Haynes, Newmarket T

B Thomas Hassett Tote, Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at a revival when fourth of 10 in handicap at Doncaster (6f, firm) 14 days ago. Cheekpieces back on and one to consider despite being 3lb out of the handicap. TFRHHHII BHA83

12 NIGHT ON EARTH (IRE) (8) 422154 CD 6 8-2 (13)

Br B g Kodiac - Eternal View (IRE) (Pivotal)

Morgan Cole (5) J

O Mr Spencer Coomes Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Tally-Ho Stud Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner in April and has continued in good nick, fourth of 10 at Goodwood (5f, good) 8 days ago. 4lb “wrong” in the weights but still in the picture. TFRHHHII BHA82

13 LETHAL NYMPH (GB) (7) 030502

5 8-2 (2)

Br B g Lethal Force (IRE) - Little Nymph (Emperor Fountain) Aiden Brookes (5) J

O Taylor’s Bloodstock Ltd

B Mr T. H. S. Fox

Paul Midgley, Westow T

Taylor Group (Yorkshire) Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW It’s now 14 runs since his last win in 2022 but he comes here on the back of a good second of 12 in handicap at York (5f, good) 7 days ago. 4lb out of the handicap though so more is required. TFRHHHII BHA82

14 ANTIPHON (IRE) (7) 0-04102 D

Br B g Kodiac - Freedom’s Light (Galileo (IRE))

5 8-2 (6)

Jack Doughty (7) J

O Mr Jim Gill Mike Murphy & Michael Keady, Westoning T

B George Strawbridge

TIMEFORMVIEW BacktowinningwaysatWindsorinAprilandrecordedagoodsecondthere(6f,goodtofirm) 7 days ago. 9lb out of the handicap, however. TFRHHIII BHA77

15 LAW OF AVERAGE (GB) (21) 5001-21 D

Br B c Pearl Secret - High Class Girl (Royal Applause)

O Chelsea Banham Pre Training Ltd

B K. A. Bartlett & J. M. Beever

3 8-2 (14)

Joey Haynes J

Chelsea Banham, Newmarket T

TIMEFORMVIEW Low-mileage 4-y-o who posted a career best when winning 11-runner handicap at Lingfield (5f, good to firm) 21 days ago. Faces a tall order from 20lb out of the handicap, though. TFRHHIII BHA73

DECLARED RUNNERS 15 2023: NAVELLO 4 8 7 Andrea Atzeni 25-1 (George Boughey) 20 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 12. Visor Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 7, 9, 11.

Probable S.P’s: 7-1 Clarendon House (GB), 15-2 Silky Wilkie (IRE), 8-1 Looking For Lynda (IRE), 9-1 Democracy Dilemma (IRE), 11-1 Dream Composer (FR), 12-1 One Night Stand (GB), Live In The Moment (IRE), 14-1 Night On Earth (IRE), 16-1 Chipstead (GB), 20-1 Alligator Alley (GB), Lethal Nymph (GB), 22-1 The Bell Conductor (IRE), 25-1 Lord Riddiford (IRE), 40-1 Antiphon (IRE), 50-1 Law of Average (GB)

CLARENDON HOUSE arrives at the top of his game and his strong-travelling style is suited to this speedy track so he is taken to build on last year’s third here. The handily-weighted Silky Wilkie was runner-up in this 12 months ago and could emerge as the main danger, although a host of others can also have a say in a typically competitive Dash, notably Looking For Lynda, The Bell Conductor, Dream Composer and Live In The Moment

HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4)

Leading course trainer (19-24): Mr M T Walford (20 wins from 89 runners, 22%) runs ALLBETSOFF

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Mr M T Walford (2 wins from 21 runners, 10%) runs ALLBETSOFF

Weightwatcher: SNOOKERED won off a handicap mark of 120, his rating is now down 16lb to 104

Longest Traveller: ALLBETSOFF trained by Mr M T Walford, Sheriff Hutton, 103 miles.

1 CAPTAINZEBO(IRE)(21)

B g Brian Boru - Waydale Hill 12 12-2

J Mr John Dixon (7)

T John Dixon, Carlisle

O Mrs S. F. Dixon

B Mrs Juliet Brown

S Messrs J Dixon & Son

2 PADDYTHEHORSE(IRE)(47)

B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Dendelady (IRE) 9 11-5

J Jonathon Bewley

T George Bewley, Colby

O Mr Alan Udale

B Mr Gerard Hickey

S Lloyd Ltd

3 ALLBETSOFF(IRE)(25)

B g Carlotamix (FR) - Longer Lashes (IRE) 8 11-4

J Jamie Hamilton E Hood

T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

O New Vision Bloodstock & G B Walford

B John O’Brien

S Cube3 Construction Ltd

4

SNOOKERED(IRE)(21)

B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Secret Quest 10 11-3

J Thomas Dowson

T Hugh Burns, Alnwick

O Mr H. Burns

B Mr Michael Burke

5 BOOKOFSECRETS(IRE)(268)

B g Free Eagle (IRE) - Alice Treasure (IRE) 6 11-1

J Leah Noreci (10)

T James Moffatt, Cartmel

O Cartmel Racing 1

B Renata Coleman & Irish National Stud

6 SERIOUSEGO(GER)(37)

B g Sholokhov (IRE) - Sunshine Story (IRE) 11 11-0

J Conor Rabbitt (5)

T Nicky Richards, Greystoke

O Greystoke Owners

B Gestut Romerhof

S Equine Products Ltd (Equine Nutrition)

7 MALANGEN(IRE)(192)

B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Lady’s Locket (IRE) 9 10-9

J Peter Kavanagh (3) E Hood

T Lisa Harrison, Wigton

O T Hunter & D A Harrison Racing

B Miss Madeline Burns

S Atlas Concrete Ltd

TFRHHHII BHA117 FORM 53133-1 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 7 wins from 24 hurdles starts when scoring here (2 1/2m, good to soft) 3 weeks ago. That was his first run for 10 months, so he’s entitled to come on for it and dropping back in trip won’t be an issue (scored over C&D last June). However one or two of these make more appeal for win purposes. 11May Hex 20f HcpH good 1/11 Les’s Legacy hd Jul23 Per 16f HcpH good 3/6 Zabeel Champion

Jun23 Hex 20f HcpH good 3/7 Mullinaree (IRE)

TFRHHHHH BHA106 FORM P/46325- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner here in 2022, latterly taking a C&D handicap off a 7lb higher mark. Hasn’t managed to get his head in front since but he’s clearly very effective here (course form figures read 23112) and is a big player judged on his decent effort in a Class 2 Kelso handicap last time. 15Apr Kel 20f HcpH soft 5/16 Kingston Bridge (IRE)

22Mar Hex 16f HcpH heavy 2/5 Two Auld Pals (IRE)

15Feb Nwc 20f HcpH heavy 3/9 North Parade (IRE) 11l

TFRHHHII BHA105

FORM 14104-0 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged handicaps at Southwell and over C&D in 2023, plus a 6-runner Huntingdon claimer in November Didn’t shape badly on return at Southwell (20.4f, good) in April and failure to settle proved costly over the same C&D next time. Drops back in trip here with the hood refitted and couldn’t rule out.

7May Swl 20f HcpH good 8/11 Pozo Emery (FR) 17l 23Apr Swl 20f HcpH good 4/10 Nordic Tiger (FR) 43/4l Nov23 Hun 15f HcpH good 10/12 Parc d’Amour (IRE) 18l

TFRHIIII BHA104

FORM 36544/-P D

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple scorer for Brian Ellison but you have to go back to July 2022 for his latest success and he offered little on debut for new yard following a 16-month absence here (pulled up in the handicap won by Captain Zebo) 3 weeks ago. 11May Hex 20f HcpH good P/11 Captain Zebo (IRE)Jan23 Seg 16f HcpH gd-sf 4/7 Fruit N Nut (IRE) 15l Dec22 Mus 23f HcpH soft 4/5 Coolbane Boy (IRE) 25l

TFRHHIII BHA102

FORM 442142-

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed his return to form in running away with a weak maiden at Market Rasen last August. However beaten a fair way both subsequent starts and he’s opposable starting out for new connections on the back of an 8-month absence.

Sep23 Swl 15f Hdl good 2/8 Manimole 47l

Aug23 Mkt 16f Hdl good 4/10 All The Glory 28l Aug23 Mkt 16f Hdl gd-sf 1/10 Abraaj (FR) 27l

TFRHHHHI BHA101

FORM 603301- CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who won back-to-back C&D handicaps in November and added to his tally at Perth (16.2f, soft) last time. 5lb rise for that is offset by Conor Rabbitt’s claim, a capable conditional rider who is 2-3 when partnering this gelding. Strong claims.

25Apr Per 16f HcpH soft 1/13 Northern Cardinal (FR) 3l

5Apr Mus 17f HcpH

TFRHHHII BHA96

FORM 144543- D

16l

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice at Perth last year but he was a below-par third (beaten nearly 20 lengths) behind Serious Ego over C&D when last seen in November Hood back on.

Nov23 Hex 16f HcpH

8 PRINCENINO(FR)(52)

Ch g It’s Gino (GER) - Down On My Knees (FR) 7 10-3

J Sean Quinlan E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland

O Bolton Mill Racing

B Marie Lapios Baudry & Sophie Lapios

9 CHUMLEE(IRE)(63)

B g Recital (FR) - Oceanna Mist (IRE) 9 10-2

J Patrick Wadge (3) E Hood

T Sandy Forster, Kelso

O The Border Racers

B B. & O. Clooney

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

TFRHIIII BHA90

FORM 644P0P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Struck gold twice at Perth in 2023 but form has tailed off since his latest success in September and his effort at Market Rasen last time was particularly poor

10Apr Mkt 16f HcpH gd-sf P/15 King of The Road (IRE)5Jan Mus 15f HcpH soft 7/13 Sunday Soldier (IRE) 42l Dec23 Nwc 16f HcpH good P/8 Ferrybridge (IRE) -

TFRHHHII BHA85

FORM 001/312-

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 9-y-o who left his qualifying runs well behind when making a successful handicap debut over 17f at Newcastle last spring. Doubled his tally over the same C&D in January and placed at Kelso and Carlisle either side of that, but this demands a clear personal-best.

30Mar Car 17f HcpH soft 2/8 Wise Guy (FR) 8l 24Feb Nwc 16f HcpH heavy 1/9 This Is Bob (IRE) 3/4l 14Jan Kel 16f HcpH soft 3/10 Silver Vision 18l

2023: CAPTAIN ZEBO (IRE) 11 11 7 Mr John Dixon 9-2 (John Dixon) 5 ran

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Paddy The Horse (IRE), 4-1 Serious Ego (GER), 11-2 Captain Zebo (IRE), 7-1 Allbetsoff (IRE), 17-2 Chumlee (IRE), 10-1 Malangen (IRE), 12-1 Book of Secrets (IRE), 33-1 Prince Nino (FR), 66-1 Snookered (IRE)

The vote goes to PADDY THE HORSE, who did well all things considered to finish as close as he did in a stronger race than this at Kelso last time. Dropping back in trip here won’t be an issue for the 9-y-o. Serious Ego regained the winning thread at Perth and he is feared most ahead of Allbetsoff and Captain Zebo.

EPSOM DOWNS 4.30

THE BETFRED DERBY (Class 1)(Group 1)

for three yrs old colts and fillies x Total prize fund £1500000 Owners Prize Money 1st £693354, 2nd £284592, 3rd £142374, 4th £71109, 5th £35632, 6th £17738. (Penalty Value £882407.60)

1 AMBIENTE FRIENDLY (IRE) (21) 13-41 D 9-2 (6)

Br B c Gleneagles (IRE) - Roxity (IRE) (Fastnet Rock (AUS))

Robert Havlin J

O The Gredley Family James Fanshawe, Newmarket T

B Al Shira’aa Farms S.A.R.L. Unex Group S TIMEFORMVIEWGleneaglescoltwhoburstontotheDerbyscenewhenanemphatic41/2lengthsuccessintheLingfieldDerbyTrial(11.5f,goodtofirm) 3weeksago.CanracekeenlysohowwellhesettlesintheearlystagesundernewriderRobertHavlincouldprovecrucial. TFRHHHII BHA111

2 ANCIENT WISDOM (FR) (16) 11311-2 BF

Br B c Dubawi (IRE) - Golden Valentine (FR) (Dalakhani (IRE))

9-2 (11)

William Buick J

O Godolphin Charlie Appleby, Newmarket T

B Ecurie des Monceaux et al Emirates Fly Better S TIMEFORM VIEW Excellent 4-5 in his juvenile season, ending his campaign with Group 1 glory in the Futurity at Doncaster (1m, heavy). No match for Economics but ran well enoughtothinkhe’strainedonwhensecondintheDanteatYorkonhisreappearance.Shapesasifhe’llstay11/2m.Anyeaseingroundinfavour TFRHHHII BHA115

3 BELLUM

JUSTUM

(IRE) (39) 5241-1 C 9-2 (12)

Br B c Sea The Stars (IRE) - Natural Beauty (Oasis Dream)

O King Power Racing Co Ltd

Oisin Murphy J

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited King Power International Co Ltd, King Power Racing Co Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWSeaTheStarscoltwhogotoffthemarkatthefourthattemptin17-runnerNewmarketmaidenlastautumnand followed up in a 1 1/4m course Listed race on his reappearance. Likely to stay 1 1/2m. More to come. TFRHHHII BHA104

4 CITY OF TROY (USA) (28) 111-0 BF 9-2 (1)

Br B c Justify (USA) - Together Forever (IRE) (Galileo (IRE)) Ryan Moore J

O Mrs John Magnier,Mr M.Tabor & Mr D.Smith

B Orpendale, Chelston & Wynatt

Aidan O’Brien, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEWLookedtopnotchinanunbeaten2-y-ocampaign.Rantoobadlytobetruewhenawell-beatenodds-onfavouriteinthe2000Guineasonreappearance. AugusteRodinbouncedbackfromaflopinthesameracetowinthisforBallydoylelastyearanditwouldbenosurprisewerehetodolikewise. TFRHHHHI BHA124

5 DALLAS STAR (FR) (55) 30313-1

9-2 (7)

Br B c Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Agathe Rare (IRE) (Sadler’s Wells (USA)) David Egan J

O Amo Racing Limited Adrian Murray, Ireland T

B E. Dieuaide & Domaine Billard Et Fils Sports Invest UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on his juvenile form for Dominic Ffrench Davis when a 3-length winner of the Ballysax at Leopardstown (11/4m,heavy)onhisreappearanceinApril.Willneedtotakeanotherbigstepforwardtogetheavilyinvolved. TFRHHIII BHA106

6 DANCING GEMINI (IRE) (20) 25115-2

Br B c Camelot - Lady Adelaide (IRE) (Australia)

O Fishdance Ltd

9-2 (15)

Dylan Browne McMonagle J

Roger Teal, Lambourn T

B Fishdance Fishdance Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Listed winner at 2 and confirmed himself a really smart performer when 1/2-length second of 13 to Metropolitan in the French 2000 GuineasonhisLongchampreappearance,arguablyunluckyaftermeetingtrouble.Bredforfurtherbutthisisabigjumpintrip. TFRHHHII BHA113

7 DEIRA MILE (IRE) (40) 3324-1

Br B c Camelot - Fastnet Mist (IRE) (Fastnet Rock (AUS))

O Green Team Racing

9-2 (14)

Jim Crowley J

Owen Burrows, Lambourn T

B Churchtown House Stud Green Team Racing Stable S

TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulwithoutwinningat2,notablyfourthtoAncientWisdomintheFuturityatDoncaster(1m,heavy).Readilylandedtheodds in11/4mWindsornoviceonhisreturninAprilbutthisasksamuchsternerquestion.Cheekpiecesgoonforthefirsttime. TFRHHIII BHA109

8 EUPHORIC (GB) (20) 1-32

9-2 (9)

Br B c Frankel - Blue Waltz (Pivotal) Declan McDonogh J

O Smith,Magnier,Tabor,Westerberg,Brant Aidan O’Brien, Ireland T

B Fittocks Stud & Arrow Farm & Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Won sole start at 2 and better form in defeat this year going down by a length to stablemate Los Angeles in the Derby TrialatLeopardstown(11/4m,goodtofirm)3weeksago.Likelycapableofbetteragainnowsteppingupintrip. TFRHHHII BHA103

9 GOD’S WINDOW (GB) (16) 13-145

9-2 (10)

Br B c Dubawi (IRE) - Perfect Clarity (Nathaniel (IRE)) Kieran Shoemark J

O Cayton Park Stud Limited John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T

B Cayton Park Stud Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWBeatenjustunder2lengthsintothirdbyAncientWisdomintheFuturityatDoncaster(1m,heavy)lastautumn.Facilewinner innovicecompanyon1mNottinghamreturnbutcomfortablyheldinDerbytrialsatChesterandYorksince. TFRHHIII BHA107

10 KAMBOO (IRE) (178) 61-

Br B c Awtaad (IRE) - Quiritis (Galileo (IRE))

Richard Kingscote J

O Mr Abdulla Al Mansoori Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T

B Gce Farm Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEWBuiltondebutpromisewhena3-lengthwinnerofa1mKemptonnoviceinDecember Hadasubsequent easy winner behind in second but he’s very much pitched in at the deep end on his return to action. TFRHIIII BHA-

11 LOS ANGELES (IRE) (20) 11-1 9-2 (4)

Br B or Br c Camelot - Frequential (Dansili) W. M. Lordan J

O Westerberg/Mrs J Magnier/M Tabor/D Smith Aidan O’Brien, Ireland T

B Lynch Bages Ltd & Longfield Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWFollowedhisTipperarydebutsuccessbywinningtheGroup1CriteriumdeSaint-Cloud(11/4m,soft)inOctober Tookhisrecordto3-3whenprovingalength toostrongforreopposingstablemateEuphoricintheDerbyTrialatLeopardstown(11/4m,goodtofirm)onreappearance.11/2mwillsuit Bigplayer TFRHHHHH BHA111

12 MACDUFF (GB) (36)

124-2

9-2 (8)

Br B c Sea The Stars (IRE) - Present Tense (Bated Breath) Rossa Ryan J

O Juddmonte Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Juddmonte Farms Inc S

TIMEFORMVIEWProgressiveform,finishingfourthinGroup2RoyalLodgeatNewmarketfinal2-y-ostart.Returnedwithapromising31/4lengthssecondtoArabian CrowninSandownClassicTrial(11/4m,goodtosoft)36daysago,concedingfirstrun.Definitelymoretocomeandmakestheshortlist TFRHHHHI BHA107

13 MR HAMPSTEAD (USA) (22) 2-43

9-2 (5)

Br B c Galileo (IRE) - Daddys Lil Darling (USA) (Scat Daddy (USA)) Sean Levey J

O Amo Racing Limited Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn T

B Orpendale/Chelston/Wynatt Sports Invest UK Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful form when placed on all 3 starts for Roger Varian but big outsider pitched in at Group 1 level on his first outing for new trainer Dominic Ffrench Davis. TFRHIIII BHA86

14 SAYEDATY SADATY (IRE) (29) 0U13-22 9-2 (2)

Br B c Anodin (IRE) - Bell Su River (Galileo (IRE)) Tom Marquand J

O Ahmad Al Shaikh

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Mr Thomas Lines Green Team Racing Stable S

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful colt Good runner-up efforts at Listed races at Newcastle (1m) and Newmarket (1 1/4m) this spring. Plenty of improvement needed but 1 1/2m could suit and his stable has had big-priced runners go well in this before. TFRHHHII BHA102

15 TABLETALK (IRE) (23) 3-1 9-2 (13)

Br B c Camelot - Dillydallydo (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE)) James Doyle J

O Mr Abdulla Al Mansoori Tom Clover, Newmarket T

B Cottage Bloodstock

TIMEFORMVIEW Supplemented for this after a 1 1/4m Chelmsford maiden win last month but a huge jolt of improvement will be needed to figure prominently in this company TFRHIIII BHA-

16 VOYAGE (GB) (43) 1 9-2 (16)

Br B c Golden Horn - Too In Love (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

Pat Dobbs J

O Mrs J. Wood Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

B Effevi Srl & Razza Del Velino Aten Therapeutics S

TIMEFORMVIEWGoldenHorncoltwholookedagoodprospectwhenmakingawinningdebutina11/4mNewburynovice(good to soft) 6 weeks ago. This is a big ask on only his second start but he does look sure to go on to better things. TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 16

2023: AUGUSTE RODIN (IRE) 3 9 2 Ryan Moore 9-2 (Aidan O’Brien) 14 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7.

Stewards Note:

CITY OF TROY: Following its run on 4/5/2024 it was reported that the horse became tired on his first run.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 City of Troy (USA), 4-1 Los Angeles (IRE), 15-2 Ancient Wisdom (FR), 8-1 Ambiente Friendly (IRE), 12-1 Dancing Gemini (IRE), Macduff (GB), 25-1 Bellum Justum (IRE), 28-1 Dallas Star (FR), Voyage (GB), 33-1 Deira Mile (IRE), Euphoric (GB), 50-1 God’s Window (GB), 100-1 Sayedaty Sadaty (IRE), 150-1 Kamboo (IRE), Tabletalk (IRE), 300-1 Mr Hampstead (USA)

PLAY SMARTER

Aidan O’Brien might hold the key to this race yet again. While LOS ANGELES was no striking winner of the Leopardstown Derby Trial on his fast-ground reappearance he was nicely on top at the line and looks sure to benefit from the step up to 1 1/2m. He won’t be inconvenienced should there be any ease in the going having won a Group 1 on soft at 2 and looks a solid alternative to stablemate City of Troy, who looked outstanding at 2 but bombed out in the 2000 Guineas. Macduff is next on the list

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LOS

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THE MARRILL GROUP PRESSING TO WIN HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS

5)

Leading course trainer (19-24): G Bewley (14 wins from 126 runners, 11%) runs FOLLOW YOUR ARROW Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Bewley (2 wins from 5 runners, 40%) runs FOLLOW YOUR ARROW

Weightwatcher: FOLLOW YOUR ARROW won off a handicap mark of 100, his rating is now down 11lb to 89

Longest Traveller: CONCRETE KING trained by L Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds, 196 miles.

1 BALLINBAY(IRE)(28)

B or Br g Milan - Ballinahow Ann (IRE) 6 12-0

J Jamie Hamilton

T Pauline Robson, Capheaton

O Mr John Wade

B Noel McLoughlin

2 BACKBYJET(IRE)(11)

B g Jet Away - Bonny Blackdoe (IRE) 6 12-0

J Craig Nichol E Cheek Pieces

T Brian Ellison, Malton

O Steel A Win & Partners

B Mrs Deirdre McGrath

S Brian Ellison Racing Limited

3 FOLLOWYOURARROW(FR)(28)

B or Br g Crillon (FR) - Rakane Rouge (FR) 8 11-5

J Jonathon Bewley

T George Bewley, Colby

O Annett, Richardson, Eales and Todd

B Mr Xavier Leredde

S Lloyd Ltd

4 THEWHITEVOLCANO(IRE)(28)

B g September Storm (GER) - Ravishing Rita (IRE) 12 11-4

J Ross Chapman

T Wilf Storey, Consett

O wilfstoreyracingclub

B Mr Philip White

5 CUDGEL(GB)(28)

B g Sulamani (IRE) - Posh Stick 11 11-3

J Charlotte Jones (3) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T James Walton, Morpeth

O Messrs F. T. Walton

B Messrs F. T. Walton

6 CONCRETEKING(IRE)

(43)

B g Morozov (USA) - Mags Millar (IRE) 10 10-9

J John Kington E Visor

T L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

O Dream Team Partnership

B Andrew Pierce

7 NOTNOWTAYTO(IRE)(49)

B g Notnowcato - Kyle Boru (IRE) 6 10-5

J Sean Quinlan E Tongue Strap

T Tjade Collier, Wilsden

O The Sypel partnership

B Michael Corcoran

S T C Racing

TFRHHIII BHA98 FORM 643/14-P

TIMEFORM VIEW Took a step forward when making a successful reappearance in a handicap hurdle at Kelso (22.7f heavy) in November However, he has failed to fire in 2 subsequent starts and needs to get back on track now switched to fences.

4May Hex 23f HcpH gd-sf P/16 Atomic AngelDec23 Ayr 21f HcpH soft 4/7 Cream of The West (IRE) 44l Nov23 Kel 22f HcpH soft 1/5 Enemy At The Gate (IRE) 11/2l

TFRHHHII BHA98 FORM 1033-02

TIMEFORM VIEW Surprise winner of 19f Catterick novice hurdle on New Year’s Day and left the form of first 2 chase starts well behind when runner-up over C&D (good to soft) recently However he’s gone up 3lb and, moreover, it remains to be seen if he’ll build on that. Cheekpieces applied. 21May Hex 20f HcpC good 2/8 Shadows In The Sky (IRE)11/2l 11May Hex 15f HcpC good 7/7 Five Dollar Fine (IRE) 36l 10Mar Kel 17f HcpC soft 3/4 Nells Son 47l

TFRHHHHH BHA89

FORM 65PPP-5 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW More miss than hit since C&D success in June 2022 but his mark continues on the slide and there were positives to glean from his latest fifth in the 13-runner handicap won by The White Volcano. Entitled to come on for that run (was returning from a 4-month break) and he’s a big player 4May Hex 20f HcpC gd-sf 5/13 The White Volcano (IRE) 22l 12Jan Seg 19f HcpH soft P/12 I’m Too Tired (IRE)Oct23 Seg 21f HcpC soft P/6 Tom Creen (IRE) -

TFRHHHHI BHA88

FORM 0P424-1 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner in Ireland back in 2019 and finally came good for this yard/over fences when scoring in good style over this C&D last month. Has to be feared on the back of that but more will certainly be needed off this 10lb higher mark. 4May Hex 20f HcpC gd-sf 1/13 Halfway House Lad 9

15Apr Kel 21f HcpC soft 4/11 Raceview Road (IRE)

TFRHHHII BHA87

FORM 34222-6 C

TIMEFORM VIEW All 6 career wins have been registered at this course and he was in good nick earlier this, finishing runner-up 3 times on the bounce (including twice over this C&D). However, he failed to fire in the race won by The White Volcano last time and remains 9lb above his last winning mark.

4May Hex 20f HcpC gd-sf 6/13 The White Volcano (IRE) 24l 22Mar Hex

TFRHHIII BHA79

FORM 306530-

TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time winner between the flags but he’s 0-20 under Rules and hopes now pinned on the change of scenery (makes debut for new yard) and new headgear (first-time visor) sparking improvement.

TFRHIIII BHA75 FORM 20053P-

TIMEFORM VIEW Made frame both starts in Irish points but no impact in 5 runs over hurdles and needs to turn things round now sent chasing following a wind op.

13Apr Nwc 20f

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2023: MAC SUIBHNE (IRE) 8 11 9 Conor O’Farrell 14-1 (Micky Hammond) 7 ran

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7.

Stewards Note: NOT NOW TAYTO: Following its run on 13/4/2024 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise.

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 The White Volcano (IRE), 10-3 Backbyjet (IRE), 11-2 Follow Your Arrow (FR), 15-2 Cudgel (GB), 10-1 Concrete King (IRE), 16-1 Ballin Bay (IRE), 33-1 Not Now Tayto (IRE)

FOLLOW YOUR ARROW shaped with encouragement when fifth behind The White Volcano back from a break over C&D last month and, now 14lb better off with that rival, George Bewley’s charge is taken to emerge on top this time. Backbyjet is third choice.

Available in The Ramshaw Stand, at the rear of The Princess Anne Bar and also in toilet facilities situated next to the Member’s Room.

EPSOM DOWNS 5.15

THE LONG SHOT NORTHERN DANCER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £75000 Owners Prize Money 1st £30473, 2nd £15240, 3rd £7620, 4th £3810, 5th £1905, 6th £953. (Penalty Value £38655) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

1

LUCANDER

(IRE) (85) 431-335 7 9-9 (11)

Br B g Footstepsinthesand - Lady Sefton (Oratorio (IRE))

O Nigel Jones & Paul Bowden

Pat Cosgrave J

George Baker, Chiddingfold T

B Mr John Connolly Vortex Shipbroking S TIMEFORMVIEW DidwellinBahrainforthisyardoverthewinter winningahandicapinDecember NotdisgracedinLocalGroup1/Listed eventsthereafterandreturnstotheseshoresafter3monthsoffbackinahandicap.First-timetonguetieapplied. TFRHHHII BHA102

2 RELENTLESS VOYAGER (GB)

(28) 2/1436-3 D 4 9-8 (1)

Br Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Nashama (IRE) (Pivotal)

O Relentless Dreamers Racing & Partner

Oisin Murphy J

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWLandedtheoddsingreatstyleinaKemptonmaidenlastMarchandimprovedeffortsindefeatuppedinclass/fittedwithtonguetienext2outings. MadeapromisingreturntoactiononhisfirstoutingsincefinishinglastatRoyalAscotlastJuneandtonguetieisreapplied.Respected. TFRHHHII BHA101

3 IF NOT NOW (GB) (21)

1/3150-3 4 9-8 (6)

Br Gr g Iffraaj - Amona (IRE) (Aussie Rules (USA))

O Quantum Leap Racing I & Partner

Rossa Ryan J

Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Stiftung Gestuet Faehrhof R M Beckett Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWWon3-runnerSandownhandicap(11/4m,goodtosoft)lastseasonpriortocreditablefifthintheGermanDerby Geldedandshapedquiteencouragingly after8monthsoffwhenthirdof6inhandicapatLingfield(11.6f,goodtofirm)3weeksagoandremainsrelativelyunexposed. TFRHHHII BHA101

4 NOT SO

SLEEPY

(GB) (43) 053/10-4 C D

12 9-7 (2)

Br Ch g Beat Hollow - Papillon de Bronze (IRE) (Marju (IRE)) Tom Marquand J

O Lady Blyth Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T

B Lord Blyth Bridgend Hotel S

TIMEFORMVIEWGainedafirstFlatwininover3yearsatNewburylastSeptemberandwentdownonhisswordforallhefailedtomaketheframeforthefirsttime intheCesarewitchatNewmarket(18f)3weekslater Hurdleswinnersince,andreturnsfollowingasolidfourthonFlat6weeksago. TFRHHIII BHA100

5 L’ASTRONOME (GB) (23) 1636-06

5 9-7 (14)

Br Ch g Frankel - Tymora (USA) (Giant’s Causeway (USA)) Jason Hart J

O Al Asayl Bloodstock Ltd Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

B Al Asayl France

TIMEFORMVIEWSmartperformerinFranceandmadeanencouragingstabledebutwhenthirdinListedraceatthiscourseinSeptember However,has gonebackwardsfromthateffortin3startssince,tailedoffbothoutingsfollowingawindopthisyear Canonlybewatched. TFRHHIII BHA100

6 STRUTH (IRE) (27) 20442-0 D

4 9-2 (10)

Br Ch g Australia - Portrait of A Lady (IRE) (Peintre Celebre (USA)) James Doyle J

O Mrs S Russell & A M Russell Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Fargo Bloodstock Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Chester last May and generally held form well in defeat later in the season, headed only late on when runner-up in the November HandicapatNewcastle(12.4f)onhisfinalouting.Sweatedupbeforehandtookeenintheraceitselfonreturnsoworthanotherchance. TFRHHHII BHA95

7 ZIGGY (GB) (39) 101/23-2 D

6 8-13 (5)

Br B g Sixties Icon - Brushing (Medicean) Richard Kingscote J

O Sarabex and Aragon Racing

Harry Eustace, Newmarket T

B Dullingham Park Stud & Sarabex Tote S TIMEFORMVIEWStrucktwicein2022andintheplacingsonbothAWstartsinJanuary2023.Returnedfrom15monthsoffwithamostencouragingeffortwhensecond of7atthiscourse(10.1f,goodtofirm)justunder6weeksago,findingjustawell-handicappedstablematetoostrong.Onetobeinterestedin. TFRHHHHH BHA92

8 FLASH BARDOT (GB) (17) 0110-10 CD 4 8-13 (9)

Br B f Sixties Icon - Bridie Ffrench (Bahamian Bounty)

O Six or Sticks (Sixties)

B Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited

David Probert J

Jack Channon, West Ilsley T

Jack Channon Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWWon5timesin2023,latterlyatCatterick(12f,heavy)inOctoberandsheagainhandledconditionsbestwhenseeingoffahostofsimilarlyuseful filliesonreturnatDoncaster(11.9f,soft)inApril.NotsogoodatYorksubsequentlyandmayneedsoft/heavytobeseenatherbest TFRHHHII BHA92

9 THINK FIRST (IRE) (21) 5060-20 4 8-11 (8)

Br B g Kessaar (IRE) - Willow Beck (Shamardal (USA))

O Mr R Flower

B Lynn Lodge Stud

Ben Coen J

Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke T

TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulperformerwhoisunexposedforthisstable(ranwithsomeencouragementonhurdlingdebut)andfinishedwellwhenrunner-upoverC&D onreturntotheFlatinApril.Unabletorepeatthateffortinafirst-timehoodatAscot3weeksago,soneedstobouncebackquickly TFRHHHII BHA90

10

PARLANDO (GB) (22) 45-4106

Br B g Dubawi (IRE) - Discourse (USA) (Street Cry (IRE))

5 8-10 (13)

David Egan J

O Mr Spencer Coomes & Partner Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Godolphin Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulsortwhoscoredinBahraininFebruary(seeingoffBoxToBox)butwassomewaybelowformatDoncasteramonthlater Stuckwideandran betterwithoutgettingbacktohisbestwhensixthof7atChester(10.3f,goodtofirm)justover3weeksagoandlikelytocomeupshort TFRHHIII BHA89

11

PERCY SHELLEY

(GB) (17) 606-606

Br B g Sir Percy - She’s Gorgeous (IRE) (Acclamation)

O Akela Thoroughbreds Limited

5 8-10 (7)

Jason Watson J

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Johnstone Partnership Akela Plant Hire Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulperformerinFrancewhowassuccessful3timesin2022.Moreencouragingsignsforthisyardfittedinafirst-timevisorwhensixth of13inhandicapatYork(11.8f,good)lastmonth,theonlyonefromoffthepacetomakeground.Needstobuildonthatnow TFRHHHII BHA89

12 DREAM HARDER

(IRE) (22) 43-3004

5 8-8 (4)

Br B g Muhaarar - Silent Thoughts (IRE) (Galileo (IRE)) Saffie Osborne J

O Mr Paul Farrell Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Barronstown Stud Tote S TIMEFORMVIEWLikeablesortwhowasjustaboutbetterthaneverwhenwinningatChesterlastJuly.ExcellentreturntoactionwhenthirdatWolverhamptoninMarch andunluckynottofinishcloserwhenfourthatformercourselastmonth(finishedwithrunningleft).Threateningtocomegoodagainsoon. TFRHHHHI BHA

13 KOTARI (FR) (21) 22/6-111 D

5 8-8 (12)

Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Kotama (FR) (Siyouni (FR)) Hollie Doyle J

O Heart of the South Racing 134 Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham T

B S.A. Aga Khan Heart Of The South Bloodstock S

TIMEFORM VIEWHasreturnedbetterthanever,completingthehat-trickinamuchstrongerracein14-runnerhandicapatAscot(12f,goodtofirm)3weeksago,as expectedhavingnoissuewiththeextradistance.Another5lbhigherandwithpotentiallyhavingevenmoretoofferatthistrip,he’srespected. TFRHHHHI BHA87

14 ASGARD’S CAPTAIN (IRE) (17) 111025 4 8-5 (15)

Br B g Make Believe - Twiggy’s Girl (IRE) (Manduro (GER)) John Egan J

O Quest Thoroughbreds Dylan Cunha, Newmarket T

B Miss Eileen Farrelly

TIMEFORMVIEWWontwiceforThomasDowlingin2023andhaskickedonagainfornewyardthisyear scoring4timesontheAWatupto11/4m.Ran justaboutaswellasatWindsoruppedintripwhenfifthof20atYork(11.8f,good)recentlyandholdssolideach-wayclaims. TFRHHHII BHA84

15 MASO BASTIE (GB) (7) 0206-64

4 8-4 (3)

Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Opportuna (Rock Hard Ten (USA)) Sean Dylan Bowen (5) J

O East 11 Limited and Mr Darren Gill Michael Bell, Newmarket T

B Chasemore Farm Michael Bell Racing S

TFRHHIII BHA82

TIMEFORMVIEWFollowedupfromhisLingfieldvictoryonreturnatNottingham(10.1f,heavy)lastyearbutfailedtokickoninhandicapsthereafter(soldfromJames Fanshawefor37,000gnspriortopenultimate2023start).Hardlysettheworldalightonbothstartsthisterm,sootherslookstronger

DECLARED RUNNERS 15 2023: SHEER ROCKS 4 8 6 Harry Davies 11-2 (Eve Johnson Houghton) 8 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Blinkers worn by No. 1. Visor worn by No. 11, 15. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

Stewards Note:

MASO BASTIE: Following its run on 25/5/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed under pressure.

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Kotari (FR), 7-1 Ziggy (GB), 8-1 Dream Harder (IRE), 12-1 Relentless Voyager (GB), Struth (IRE), Asgard’s Captain (IRE), 14-1 If Not Now (GB), 16-1 Flash Bardot (GB), Think First (IRE), Parlando (GB), 25-1 Lucander (IRE), Maso Bastie (GB), 33-1 Not So Sleepy (GB), L’Astronome (GB), Percy Shelley (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

ZIGGY made a promising return to action from 15 months off when finding his well-handicapped stablemate too strong here over 1 1/4m just under 6 weeks ago, and with that outing sure to have blown away any cobwebs, Harry Eustace’s 6-y-o is taken to notch career victory number 4 at the expense of Dream Harder, who is threatening to come good again soon judged on his recent Chester fourth. Kotari arrives in search of a 4-timer, and he can fight out minor honours with Asgard’s Captain.

THE HEXHAM LEGEND “EVENT OF SIVOLA” MEMORIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE

(CLASS 4)

Leading course trainer (19-24): Mr M T Walford (20 wins from 89 runners, 22%) runs ASHINGTON Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): S England (5 wins from 16 runners, 31%) runs ELLEON

Longest Traveller: MOTION IN LIMINE trained by Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Ins, Droitwich, 233 miles.

1 ASHINGTON(GB)(22)

B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Kadoma 9 12-2

J Mr Paddy Barlow (7) E Cheek Pieces

T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

O Ursa Major Racing Ltd

B Springfield Farm Partnership S Titan Resource Management

2 MOTIONINLIMINE(IRE)(105)

B g Court Cave (IRE) - My Memory (IRE) 9 12-0

J Luke Scott (5) E Blinkers, Tongue Strap

T Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich

O Mr J. H. Graham

B Mr Brian Tormey

S Coulthursts Ltd

3 ZWICKY(GB)(21)

B g Sixties Icon - Emma Lee 7 11-5

J Thomas Dowson

T Philip Kirby, Richmond

O Philip and Nicola Tyler

B Mr & Mrs P. D. Tyler

S Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

4

ELLEON(FR)(11)

B g Martaline - Ailette 9 11-4

J Jonathan England E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Sam England, Guiseley

O Worcester Racing Club

B Mr Patrick Fennessy

S Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd

5 LIGHTSAREGREEN(IRE)(28)

B g Califet (FR) - Katjakem (IRE) 7 10-12

J Jonathon Bewley

T George Bewley, Colby

O Holland and Bewley

B John Hennessy

S Lloyd Ltd

6 DRSHIROCCO(IRE)(11)

Ch g Shirocco (GER) - Uncommited (IRE) 9 10-10

J Conor O’Farrell

T Sandy Forster, Kelso

O I I F T F

B J. P. King & P. Turley

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

TFRHHHII BHA112 FORM 34035-3 C

TIMEFORM VIEW Losing run stretches back to March 2022 but the handicapper has shown mercy and he put in a good shift returned to this sphere at Sedgefield (21f, good) last time. Will be a danger to all if able to build on that effort.

10May Seg 21f HcpC good 3/9 Leading Force (IRE) 63/4l 25Apr War 19f HcpH good 5/8 Big Blue Moon

Nov23 Seg 19f HcpH soft 3/7 Harper

TFRHHIII BHA110

FORM 32P2PP- D

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual hurdles winner who was placed on 2 of his first 3 starts over fences in 2023 However, he needs to bounce back in a significant way following poor efforts at Newcastle and Wincanton the last twice (undergone a second wind op since latest run).

17Feb Wcn 25f HcpC heavy P/9 No Hubs No Hoobs (IRE)Dec23 Car 26f HcpC gd-sf P/9 Anglers CragNov23 Seg 26f HcpC soft 2/6 Onestepatatime (IRE) 1/

TFRHHHII BHA101

FORM 33P30-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple hurdles winner last year and positive start in this sphere when 3 lengths third to Dr Shirocco in a C&D handicap 3 weeks ago. Mark unchanged and he should have a part to play 11May Hex 24f HcpC good 3/10 Dr Shirocco (IRE) 3l 15Apr Kel 20f HcpH soft 9/16 Kingston Bridge (IRE) 61/2l 27Feb Cat 19f HcpH soft 3/11 Could Be Trouble (IRE) 6l

TFRHHHHI BHA100

FORM 3212-01 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Finally off the mark over fences at Haydock at the end of March and bettered that when proving 4 lengths too strong for Dr Shirocco over C&D (good to soft) recently 6lb rise fair enough and he’s likely to be in the thick of things. 21May Hex 24f HcpC good 1/8 Dr Shirocco (IRE) 4l 11May Hex 20f HcpH good 8/11 Captain Zebo (IRE) 81/4l 7Apr Car 24f HcpC heavy 2/11 Tom Cody (IRE) 1l

TFRHHIII BHA94

FORM 20342-P CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Took well to fences last year, scoring over this C&D and at Cartmel at the start of the summer Decent second back here in October but he misfired when returning from a break last month and it’s hard to lend him support on the back of that.

4May Hex 20f HcpC gd-sf P/13 The White Volcano (IRE)Oct23 Hex 24f HcpC soft 2/5 Tommydan (IRE) 13/4l Sep23 Kel 21f HcpC good 4/6 Hidden Commander (IRE)13l

TFRHHHHH BHA92

FORM 1162-12 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless following 20 attempts over hurdles but has already won 3 times from 12 starts in this sphere, the latest over C&D at the beginning of last month. Denied a clear run turning for home when 4 lengths second to Elleon back here recently and now 4lb better off with that rival.

21May Hex 24f HcpC good 2/8 Elleon (FR) 4l 11May Hex 24f HcpC good 1/10 Ballylinch (IRE) 1l 18Feb Mus 23f HcpC soft 2/9 Whosmydaddy (IRE) 7l

2023: NO REGRETS (IRE) 9 12 0 Sean Quinlan 3-1 (Nicky Richards) 6 ran Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2. Stewards Note: MOTION IN LIMINE: Following its run on 17/2/2024 it was reported that the horse finished lame on its left fore

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Elleon (FR), 7-2 Dr Shirocco (IRE), 4-1 Ashington (GB), 9-2 Zwicky (GB), 10-1 Lights Are Green (IRE), 14-1 Motion In Limine (IRE)

DR SHIROCCO looked a shade unlucky when chasing home Elleon over C&D 11 days ago and he is taken to get the better of that rival this time. It’s by no means a two-horse race, though, with Ashington and Zwicky both viable candidates, too.

Event of Sivola was a dream horse for a syndicate, running 40 times and winning six races for Ursa Major Racing and Mark Walford over five years.

He was never happier than when running at his beloved Hexham Racecourse - a track he visited 10 times, winning twice and placing a further six times.

He came to life over the famous Hexham fences, winning over marathon three and four mile trips - he was hard to pin back once he got to the front and into a jumping rhythm.

It was an honour to be associated with such a brave horse and we thank everyone who supported him, especially Christine, who won many best turned out awards and loved him more than anyone.

EPSOM DOWNS 5.50

THE JRA TOKYO TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £75000 Owners Prize Money 1st £30473, 2nd £15240, 3rd £7620, 4th £3810, 5th £1905, 6th £953. (Penalty Value £38655)

1 MISTY GREY (IRE) (20) 042231 D 7

(1)

Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Chinese White (IRE) (Dalakhani (IRE)) Rossa Ryan J

O Barbara & Alick Richmond David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Skymarc Farm Gain Equine Nutrition S TIMEFORMVIEWContinuedhisfinestartforcurrentyardtosnapalengthylosingrunreturnedtosprintingin14-runnerhandicapatNewcastle(6f)just under3weeksago.Up6lbbutremainswelltreatedonoldform(successfulfromamarkof106onAWinsummer2022). TFRHHHII BHA104

2 FLAMING RIB (IRE) (92) 10000-0 D

5 9-9 (5)

Br B g Ribchester (IRE) - Suddenly (GER) (Excelebration (IRE)) Oisin Murphy J

O Dale Dolan Dooley Owen Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

B Kildaragh Stud Coral Racing Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWSmartcoltwhokickstarted2023withvictoryin6fDohaconditionsevent Belowparthereafterthoughandshapedasifneedingtherunafter6months offatLingfield(6f,AW)backinMarch,hisriderquicktoacceptthingsaftermeetingtrouble.Placeclaimsthebesthecanhopefor. TFRHHHII BHA104

3

APOLLO

ONE (GB) (28) 22230-2 D

6 9-7 (3)

Br Ch g Equiano (FR) - Boonga Roogeta (Tobougg (IRE)) Richard Kingscote J

O pcracing.co.uk P. Charalambous & J. Clutterbuck, Newmarket T

B Peter Charalambous TIMEFORMVIEWInexcellentformlastyearwithoutwinning,placedintheWokinghamandStewards’Cup.Ranuptohisbestafter7monthsoffwhenrunner-upat Newmarket(6f,good)4weeksagoandhe’sfanciedtobeintheshake-upagain(mostlikeableandconsistent,secondinthislastyear). TFRHHHHI BHA102

4 ROCKET RODNEY (GB) (20) 6601-D0 D 4 9-5 (15)

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Alushta (Royal Applause) Liam Wright (5) J

O Victorious Racing George Scott, Newmarket T

B R. W. Stapleton Oliver St Lawrence Bloodstock Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWNotchedhisthirdcareersuccessatSakhirinDecemberbutrannosortofracereturnedtotheseshoresafter3monthsoffwhenwell behindMistyGreyatNewcastle(6f)justunder3weeksago.Hopespinnedonfirst-timecheekpiecessparkingarevival. TFRHHIII BHA100

5 BADRI (GB) (17) 201-000 CD

Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Penny Drops (Invincible Spirit (IRE))

O RJH Ltd and Mr D Padgett

B Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook

7 9-3 (4)

Hollie Doyle J

Julie Camacho, Malton T

David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers S TIMEFORMVIEWHitthetargetonfiveoccasionslastyear,roundingoffhiscampaignwithacareer-besteffortatAscot Yettofirethisyear, though his mark is starting to reflect that, and he did land this corresponding event last season (from 2lb lower). TFRHHHII BHA98

6 STRIKE RED (IRE) (20) 0/6021-0 D

Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Capulet Monteque (IRE) (Camacho)

O Mr Peter Timmins

6 9-2 (7)

Billy Garritty J

Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Yeomanstown Stud Tote S TIMEFORMVIEWFoundthingspanningoutideallyforhimwhenwinning20-runnerhandicapattheCurragh(6.3f,soft)onhisfinaloutinglastyear Reappearance effortatNewcastleeasytostrikealinethrough(hadahopelesstaskfromposition),socouldeasilyfarebetterbackonturf. TFRHHHII BHA97

7 ALEEZDANCER (IRE) (17) 506-301 D

Br B g Fast Company (IRE) - Clifton Dancer (Fraam)

O Jack Berry and John Matthews

5 9-2 (6)

Jamie Spencer J

Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

B Rathasker Stud K. A. Ryan Racing S TIMEFORMVIEWFailedtokickonfromhis2023reappearancewinatDoncasterbutcapitalisedonafallingmarktonotchasixthcareersuccessatYork(6f,good)17 daysago,lookingrejuvenatedbytherefittingofblinkersandimpressingwithhowmuchhefound.6lbhigherandthemorerainthebetter TFRHHHII BHA97

8 MUMS TIPPLE (IRE) (28) 00-0624 D

7 9-1 (11)

Br Ch g Footstepsinthesand - Colomone Cross (IRE) (Xaar) Pat Dobbs J

O Marian Lyons & Patricia Zanelli

B Abbey Bloodstock Limited

Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

Old Oak Holdings Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWBacktoformwithanexcellenteffortwhenfinishingrunner-upatKemptoninMarch,almostgettingtheredespitebeingalotworsepositioned thanthesmartpairhewasclearwith.Shapedquitewellwithoutbeingseentobesteffectbackonturflasttime,soneedsconsidering.

9 RUSSET GOLD (GB) (22) 01520-3

Br Ch g Al Kazeem - Affluent (Oasis Dream)

4 8-13 (16)

James Doyle J

O Mr D. J. Deer Roger Varian, Newmarket T

B D. J. and Mrs Deer Oakgrove Stud S TIMEFORMVIEWScoredatRedcarlastsummerbutcameupshortin3subsequentstarts.However hemadeagoodstarttohiscampaignwhenaclose thirdof9atAscot(6f,good)justover3weeksagoandratesasthetypetomakeabetter4-y-o.Worthkeepingacloseeyeon.

10 AL BAREZ (GB) (34) 46-3611 D

5 8-11 (12)

Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Jet Setting (IRE) (Fast Company (IRE)) Jack Mitchell J

O Mr Raed El Youssef Tom Clover, Newmarket T

B China Horse Club Global Equine Group S

TIMEFORMVIEWFlourishingnowhe’sabletostandhisracing,scoringatKempton(6f)inAprilbeforefollowinguptotakehiswinrecordtoanimpressive5wins from10startsatSouthwell(6.1f)justunder5weeksago.Stilllow-mileageandheshouldmakeaboldbidforthehat-trickbackonturf. TFRHHHII BHA92

11 BATAL DUBAI (IRE) (20) 1-32304 D

Br B g Profitable (IRE) - Sweet Sienna (Harbour Watch (IRE))

O Middleham Park Racing LXIV & Partner

4 8-10 (8)

Clifford Lee J

Harry Charlton, Beckhampton T

B Mrs Jean Brennan Tattersalls S

TIMEFORMVIEWRepresentsanin-formyardandwastednotimegettingbacktoformafter7weeksoffwhen51/4lengthsfourthof14toMistyGreyatNewcastle(6f)just under3weeksago,comingfromfurtherbackthanthosewhobeathim.First-timeheadgearappliedandasecondturfsuccesscouldbenear TFRHHHII BHA91

12

MR

WAGYU

(IRE) (17) 3050-26 CD 9 8-9 (10)

Br Ch g Choisir (AUS) - Lake Louise (IRE) (Haatef (USA))

O The New Century Partnership

Jason Hart J

John & Sean Quinn, Malton T

B Danny O’Sullivan Warrendale Wagyu, JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWLargelyranwellin2023andrancreditablyafter7monthsofffromhislowestmarkinalmost3yearswhenrunner-upatRipon(5f,heavy)lastmonth. Probablystillinformwhen51/4lengthssixthof21toAleezdanceratYork(6f,good)recently Bigshout(wonthisin2022andthirdlastyear). TFR

13 EXECUTIVE DECISION (IRE)

(19) 11500-6 D 4 8-9 (9)

Br B f Ardad (IRE) - Belle Travers (Bahamian Bounty) Saffie Osborne J

O Barratt Racing Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn T

B Worksop Manor Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWBack-to-backhandicapwinnerover6flastsummerbutended2023withabraceofheavydefeats.Shapedasifbetterfortherunafter7months offatWindsor(6f,goodtofirm)justunder3weeksagoandthisshouldrevealwhatabilityremains(isbackdowntolastwinningmark). TFRHHHII BHA90

14 INTERVENTION (GB) (7) 022003 D 7 8-6 (2)

Br B g Swiss Spirit - Lady Lube Rye (IRE) (Catcher In The Rye (IRE)) Adam Farragher J

O The Horse Watchers 8 Michael Appleby, Oakham T

B D. & S. L. Tanker Transport Ltd Timeform S TIMEFORMVIEWEnded2023withanimpressive4-timeronall-weatherbutyettogethisheadinfrontthisyear,seemingtofindthedropbackintripagainst himatWindsor(5.1f,goodtofirm)7daysago.Headgearquicklybackon,butthis7-y-oisevidentlymoreofaforceontheAW TFRHHIII BHA87

15 KIWANO (FR) (19) 06-0160 D

5 8-6 (14)

Br B g Dabirsim (FR) - Araca (FR) (Elusive Quality (USA)) Trevor Whelan J

O Mr John Storey

George Baker, Chiddingfold T

B High Valley Equine Ltd Vortex Shipbroking S TIMEFORMVIEWReturnedtoformfromoutofthebluewhenscoringatSakhirinFebruary Notinthesameformonbothsubsequentstarts ontheseshores,andhe’sanotherthatseemstosavehisverybestfortheall-weather Othersmakemoreappeal. TFRHHIII BHA87

16 EMINENCY (IRE) (22) 43340-0 D

4 8-4 (13)

Br Gr g Havana Grey - Kendamara (FR) (Kendargent (FR)) Jack Doughty (7) J

O Mrs J. Morley Stuart Williams, Newmarket T

B Awbeg Stud Unlimited Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWProgressedintoausefulsprinterlastseasondespitenotwinning.TonguetiedandshapedasifneedingtherunonfirstoutingsinceleavingCliveCox for100,000gnswhenlastof9atAscot(6f,good)justover3weeksagoandthisshouldgiveabetterindicationofhowhe’llfareasa4-y-o. TFRHHHII BHA85

DECLARED RUNNERS 16

2023: BADRI 6 9 8 Hollie Doyle 10-1 (Ruth Carr) 14 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4, 5, 11. Hood worn by No. 13. Blinkers worn by No. 7. Visor worn by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 16. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 14.

Stewards Note:

FLAMING RIB: Following its run on 1/3/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.

Probable S.P’s: 15-2 Mr Wagyu (IRE), 8-1 Aleezdancer (IRE), 17-2 Apollo One (GB), 10-1 Misty Grey (IRE), Mums Tipple (IRE), Russet Gold (GB), Al Barez (GB), 14-1 Batal Dubai (IRE), 16-1 Flaming Rib (IRE), 20-1 Executive Decision (IRE), 25-1 Strike Red (IRE), 28-1 Intervention (GB), 33-1 Badri (GB), 40-1 Rocket Rodney (GB), Eminency (IRE), 50-1 Kiwano (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

An ultra-competitive closer to the Derby Festival and although he may be at least a couple years older than any of his rivals, MR WAGYU is selected to enhance his fine record in this race and snap a losing streak going back almost 2 years. Mums Tipple shaped quite well without being seen to best effect at Newmarket 4 weeks ago so he can give the selection most to think about, with Apollo One, Russet Gold and Strike Red a handful of others to consider, too.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MR WAGYU (IRE) 2.MUMS TIPPLE (IRE) 3.APOLLO ONE RACE RESULT 1ST 2ND 3RD 4TH

THE

IMPORTANT

RACE TODAY JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Leading course trainer (19-24): S Corbett (11 wins from 95 runners, 12%) runs APACHE ANGEL

Longest Traveller: BAJAN NEW MOON trained by R Potter Sellack, 272 miles.

1 APACHEANGEL(GB)(224)

Ch g Twilight Son - Snow Powder (IRE) 10-12

J Nathan Moscrop

T Susan Corbett, Otterburn

O Castle View Racing

B Seamus Burns Esq

S Finnies Heavy Haulage

2 BAJANNEWMOON(GB)(273)

B g Proconsul - Song To The Moon (IRE) 10-12

J Sean Quinlan

T Ryan Potter, Sellack

O Mr R. Kent

B Mickley Stud & Mr Tony Jones TFRHIIII BHAFORM

TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little in a handful of runs on the level for David Evans and it’s easy enough to look elsewhere.

3 KAARESS(IRE)

(18)

B f Kessaar (IRE) - Baltic Time (IRE) 10-5

J Brian Hughes

T Ollie Pears, Malton

O Ownaracehorse, Neil Rough & Ollie Pears

B J. G. Reid & A. Reid

S Tote

4

NOBODYSGIRL(GB)(34)

B f Muhaarar - Nessita

J Craig Nichol

T Brian Ellison, Malton

O Brian Ellison Racing Club

B Aleem Kanji

S Brian Ellison Racing Limited

5 ONTHEBUBBLE(GB)(22)

B f Land Force (IRE) - O Fourlunda 10-5

J Richie McLernon E Hood

T Ben Haslam, Middleham

O The Multifruit Syndicate

B Mickley Stud

S Tote

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Stewards Note:

HHHHH BHAFORM TIMEFORM VIEW Habitual slow-starter who notched third success on the Flat when landing a soft-ground Redcar handicap (1 1/4m) last month. Never in the hunt at Beverley next time but will be a major player if she takes well to hurdles at the first attempt. 14May Bev 9f Hcp gd-fm 7/7 Flickering Halo (IRE) 7l 2May Red 10f Hcp soft 1/3 Chiefman

TFRHIIII BHAFORM

TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in half-a-dozen starts on Flat and she is hard to make a case for on this hurdles debut.

28Apr Wet 14f Hcp soft 7/7

TFRHHHII BHAFORM

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on previous form when opening her account in a first-time hood at Redcar (1m, soft) on penultimate start. Wasn’t in the same form next time but she will certainly have a chance if the switch to hurdles has the desired effect. 10May Rip 8f Hcp good 7/12 Havana Prince 41/4l

2023: HOURLESS 3 10 12 Tom Cannon 10-3 (Alan King) 5 ran

BAJAN NEW MOON: Following its run on 2/9/2023 it was reported that the horse was carried wide on the bend. KAARESS: Following its run on 14/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was slow away

Probable S.P’s: 4-9 Kaaress (IRE), 11-4 On The Bubble (GB), 28-1 Nobodys Girl (GB), 40-1 Bajan New Moon (GB), 50-1 Apache Angel (GB)

KAARESS is the clear pick of these based on Flat exploits and she is taken to see off On The Bubble. The other three all looked very limited on the level, with Nobodys Girl likely to prove the best of them.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KAARESS (IRE) 2.ON THE BUBBLE 3.NOBODYS GIRL

THE TRICIA HUGHES MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS

5)

Leading course trainer (19-24): Mr M T Walford (20 wins from 89 runners, 22%) runs HUIT REFLETS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Ins (2 wins from 14 runners, 14%) runs GET A SUPERSTAR Longest Traveller: GET A SUPERSTAR trained by Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Ins, Droitwich, 233 miles.

1 HALPHASOLEIL(FR)(21)

Ch g Kapgarde (FR) - Toi Et Le Soleil (FR) 7 12-0

J Emma Smith-Chaston (3)

T Micky Hammond, Middleham

O T I S PARTNERSHIP

B S.C.E.A. de La Perrigne, D. Powell, V. R

S Micky Hammond Racing

2 GETASUPERSTAR(IRE)(22)

B g Getaway (GER) - Glenariff 6 11-13

J Luke Scott (5)

T Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich

O Mr J. H. Graham

B Luke O’Reilly

S Coulthursts Ltd

3 ANGEENDORMI(IRE)

(40)

Ch g Leading Light (IRE) - Maxford Lady (IRE) 8 11-6

J Sean Quinlan

T Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland

O Mrs E. Quinlan

B Mr J. Quinn

S A.W. Jenkinson Forest Products

4 HUITREFLETS(FR)(10)

B g Coastal Path - Ultra Violette (FR) 7 11-0

J Jamie Hamilton E Visor

T Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

O URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner

B Vsse. Yves D’Armaille

5 LADYHAMILTON(IRE)(11)

B m Teofilo (IRE) - Heartily (IRE) 5 10-9

J Ross Chapman

T Wilf Storey, Consett

O Exors of the Late Mr A. Lister

B Godolphin

6 BOYNESIDE(GB)(22)

B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Myrtle Drive (IRE) 5 10-4

J Callum Bewley

T Barry Murtagh, Carlisle

O Mr James Proudfoot & Mrs Sue Murtagh

B Brendan Richardson

7 MIDNIGHTALNWICKY(GB)(17)

B m Millenary - Midnight Mayhem (IRE) 6 10-2

J Derek Fox E Cheek Pieces

T Adam Nicol, Seahouses

O UP4B

B Christopher T. Dawson

S Tote

TFRHHHHI BHA99

FORM 1P462-4 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Sedgefield in December and confirmed himself back in form when fourth of 11 in handicap hurdle (11/2) at this C&D (good to soft) 21 days ago. Back down appreciably in grade and looks to hold excellent claims.

11May Hex 20f HcpH good 4/11 Captain Zebo (IRE) 41/4l 22Apr Hex 20f HcpH heavy 2/7 Blame Rose (IRE) nk 23Feb Seg 19f HcpH soft 6/8 Cailin Dearg (IRE) 26l

TFRHHHHH BHA98

FORM 21P43-4 BF

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner who shaped encouragingly back up in trip when fourth of 9 on handicap debut at Market Rasen (20.6f, good, 11/4) 22 days ago, meeting trouble straight. Still unexposed and well capable of winning an ordinary handicap like this.

10May Mkt 20f HcpH good 4/9 Summergrounds 6

12Apr Fkn 16f Hdl good 3/9 Yalla Habibi (IRE) 14l 19Feb Car 17f Hdl heavy 4/7 Professor Klump 103

TFRHHHII BHA91

FORM 0/2124/0-

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest handicap hurdler who probably needed the run on first outing since leaving Barbara Butterworth after 19 months off when beating only one home in 8-runner handicap over C&D in April. This will reveal more.

22Apr Hex 20f HcpH heavy 7/8 Paramaribo (IRE) 17l Sep22 Hex 23f HcpH gd-sf 4/11 Hoganville (IRE) 91/2l Aug22 Cml 22f HcpH good 2/14 Kilchreest Moon (IRE) nk

TFRHHHII BHA85

FORM 0663-32

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed his return to form when second of 6 in handicap hurdle at Southwell (20.4f, heavy) 10 days ago. Visor on for 1st time.

22May Swl 20f HcpH soft 2/6 Eric Carmen (IRE) 6l 10May Seg 16f HcpH good 3/12 For Three (IRE) 2l 22Mar Hex 20f HcpH heavy 3/7 Lahardaun (IRE) 29l

TFRHHHII BHA80

FORM 0/636-54

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden who again ran creditably when fourth of 14 in handicap hurdle at this course (16.2f good to soft, 16/1) 11 days ago, suited by way race developed. Back up in trip.

21May Hex 16f HcpH good 4/14 Jumping Jupiter (IRE) 7

10May Seg 16f HcpH good 5/12 For Three (IRE) 63/

15Apr Kel 18f HcpH soft 6/7 Atlantic Dancer (IRE) 31l

TFRHHHII BHA75

FORM 00352-0

TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort to date when runner-up at Sedgefield in March but wasn’t in the same form there (16.8f, good) 22 days ago. Back up in trip.

10May Seg 16f HcpH good 7/12 For Three (IRE) 11l 12Mar Seg 19f HcpH soft 2/10 Plaisir des Flos (FR) 51/2

TFRHHHII BHA72 FORM P0P0-6

TIMEFORM VIEW Seemed to show her first form in first-time cheekpieces when sixth of 10 in a maiden at Perth (20.2f, good to soft) 17 days ago. Makes handicap debut and needs to prove that doesn’t flatter her 15May Per 20f

8 SHOUGHALL’SBOY(IRE)(11)

B g Watar (IRE) - Lady Shackleton (IRE) 8 10-2

J Charlotte Jones (3)

T Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh

O Mr Richard Chapman

B A. Mulligan

S David Merry Farrier

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who hasn’t shown any form in over a year Passed over from 4lb out of the weights. 21May Hex 23f HcpH good P/10 Better Be Definite5Apr Mus 19f HcpH soft 6/7 Not In Kansas 45l 22Mar Hex 16f HcpH heavy P/5 Two Auld Pals (IRE) -

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2023: LORD CAPRIO (IRE) 8 12 0 Richie McLernon 7-2 (Ben Haslam) 16 ran

Stewards Note:

GET A SUPERSTAR: Following its run on 10/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.

Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Get A Superstar (IRE), 3-1 Halpha Soleil (FR), 13-2 Huit Reflets (FR), 15-2 Boyneside (GB), 8-1 Lady Hamilton (IRE), 16-1 Ange Endormi (IRE), 22-1 Midnight Alnwicky (GB), 33-1 Shoughall’s Boy (IRE)

GET A SUPERSTAR and Halpha Soleil are the two that make most appeal. The latter is back down appreciably in grade having run well in a 0-120 over C&D 3 weeks ago, but the former is totally unexposed and is narrowly preferred following a highly encouraging handicap debut effort at Market Rasen. Boyneside should be suited by the step back up in trip and may prove best of the rest.

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THE LANGLEY CASTLE AN OUTSTANDING SMALL HOTEL AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

Leading course trainer (19-24): N Alexander (9 wins from 59 runners, 15%) runs SO LADYLIKE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J & R Flint (1 win from 7 runners, 14%) runs NO REMATCH

Longest Traveller: NO REMATCH trained by J & R Flint, Bridgend, 362 miles.

1 NOREMATCH(IRE)(163)

B g Westerner - Loadsofability (IRE) 10 12-0

J Miss Imogen Mathias (7) E Cheek Pieces

T John & Rhys Flint, Bridgend

O Miss I. Mathias

B Mrs Claire Doyle

2 SHANTOUMOON(IRE)(5)

B g Shantou (USA) - Emma Ami (IRE) 7 11-8

J Mr Dominic Hislop (7)

T William Young Jnr, Carluke

O Exors of the Late Mr W G Young

B P. Doocey

3 RUMBLEB(IRE)

(11)

B g Presenting - John’s Eliza (IRE) 10 11-6

J Mr John Dawson

T Justin Landy, Leyburn

O Miss C. Tinkler

B Mr Emlyn Patterson

4 TARTANCOOKIE(IRE)(517)

B g Leading Light (IRE) - Morning Breeze (IRE) 8 11-4

J Mr Paddy Barlow (5) E Cheek Pieces

T Ewan Whillans, Hawick

O Mrs M. A. Scott

B Eoin, Patrick and Cian O’Connor

S Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear

5 LARKFIELDLUSIVE(IRE)(10)

B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - Larkfield Lass (IRE) 5 11-1

J Miss Ellie Callwood (7) E Cheek Pieces

T L J Morgan, Waltham On The Wolds

O The Stagger Inn Duo

B Mr James Brennan

6 THEKNOTISTIED(IRE)(21)

B g Casamento (IRE) - Really Polish (USA) 9 10-9

J Miss Ella McGarty-Jones (7) E Tongue Strap Cheek Pieces

T Ryan Potter, Sellack

O Miss M. Brims

B Ringfort Stud

7

SOLADYLIKE(IRE)(86)

B m Yeats (IRE) - Glenair Dante (IRE) 10 10-3

J Miss Natasha Cookson (7)

T N. W. Alexander, Kinneston

O Mr J. M. B. Cookson

B Con Smyth

S Kinneston Bloodstock Ltd

TFRHHHHI BHA99

FORM 3/00622-

TIMEFORM VIEW Denied only by an unexposed type in 15-runner handicap hurdle at Exeter (21.6f heavy) on final outing for Evan Williams in December Cheekpieces back on and obvious player if ready to roll.

Dec23 Exe 21f HcpH soft 2/15 Shuil Ceoil (IRE) s.h Nov23 Plm 20f HcpH gd-sf 2/9 Stanley Pincombe (IRE) 1/2l Nov23 Her 25f HcpH good 6/12 Masterdream (FR) 23l

TFRHHHII BHA93 FORM 2350-06 D

TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a laboured effort without his usual headgear on first run since leaving Tristan Davidson when sixth of 13 in handicap hurdle at Cartmel (22.1f good to soft) 5 days ago.

27May Cml 22f HcpH good 6/13 Pateen (IRE) 22l

4May Hex 23f HcpH gd-sf 7/16 Atomic Angel 20l

30Mar Car 25f HcpH soft 7/8 Gypsey’s Secret (IRE) 50l

TFRHHHHH BHA91

FORM 2113-31 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 3 wins from his last 5 starts in 9-runner C&D handicap (good to soft, 9/4) 11 days ago, always holding on. Seems highly likely to go well again.

21May Hex 23f HcpH good 1/9 Iturgeon du Breuil (FR) nk 4May Hex 23f HcpH gd-sf 3/16 Atomic Angel 7l 23Apr Swl 24f HcpH good 3/13 Urban Soldier (IRE) 6l

TFRHHHII BHA89

FORM 60/3403/-

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest handicap hurdler Ran well when third at Catterick when last seen but that was 17 months ago. Market for clues on return to action.

Jan23 Cat 25f HcpH soft 3/12 Just Jess (IRE) 31/2l Nov22 Kel 25f HcpH soft 8/10 Hoganville (IRE) 28l Jul22 Per 23f HcpH good 4/4 Glen Ava (IRE) 23l

TFRHHHII BHA86

FORM 6335-05

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest maiden who found test too much under extreme conditions when fifth of 10 in handicap hurdle (13/2) at Southwell (24.3f, heavy) 10 days ago. Eased 3lb.

22May Swl 24f HcpH soft 5/10 Call Me Arthur (IRE) 21l 7May Swl 20f HcpC good 8/13 Happy du Mesnil (FR) 44l 23Apr Swl 20f HcpH good 5/14 Captain Wallace (IRE) 18l

TFRHHIII BHA80

FORM P25/P6-3

TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact in 2 starts on the Flat for current yard and was a well-held third back over fences at Warwick 3 weeks ago. Returns to the smaller obstacles with enough to prove.

11May War 24f HcpC good 3/8 Time For A Pint (IRE) 32l 18Apr Chd 13f Hcp

TFRHHHII BHA74

FORM 46/0P66-

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 18 NH runs and managed only a mid-field finish on first run since leaving Colin A. McBratney in 12-runner handicap at Carlisle (19.3f, soft, 28/1) 86 days ago. Back up in trip. 7Mar

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Rumble B (IRE), 7-2 No Rematch (IRE), 5-1 Larkfield Lusive (IRE), 15-2 So Ladylike (IRE), 14-1 Shantou Moon (IRE), Tartan Cookie (IRE), 16-1 The Knot Is Tied (IRE)

RUMBLE B is in a rich vein of form at present and, having edged out an unexposed one on his most recent outing, he’s fancied to go in again. No Rematch can provide the main threat if ready to roll after a break on his first start for a new yard.

THE HORSERACE BETTING LEV Y BOARD

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £205,925 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 23rd March to 23rd June 2024.

NOTICES

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IMPORTANT NOTICES

ADMISSION – CONDITIONS OF ENTRY – ENTR

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The management reserves the right to refuse admission or expel e mana nt anyone from the Racecourse property without assigning a reason without and accepts no liability whatsoever for loss or damage caused to d acce s no wha r or to persons s or their property. Entry into the Racecourse may be subject to property allowing a search of a person or their property if deemed necessary sea h of a person or their property if deemed necess y by security. Lost or stolen tickets will not be replaced. Transfer to security or not enclosures may be possible on the day subject to availability. be on

SPECTATOR SAFETY

The Racecourse would be grateful if parents keep a close eye on e Race be if parents their children and prevent them from climbing the running rails and r chil en accessing the track. Ball games are not permitted on the grassed area. g the Ball games on area

DRESS CODE DR S

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ALCOHOL/GLASS

Would racegoers please note that bringing your own alcohol to The Racecourse is strictly prohibited Glasses and glass bottles are not to be taken outside the bars Alcohol is permitted outside only in plastic glasses or bottles.

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BBQ & PICNICS Q

BBQ’s on site are not permitted; however, you are welcome to bring a s permi ; to a picnic (no alcohol) into the designated outdoor areas of the Paddock into the Enclosure En

RAMSHAW STAND R

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WHEELCHAIR VIEWING R

There is an area (uncovered) reserved for wheelchair users which is e area (uncove located to the front of the Tote building d to buil

TOILETS

Available in The Ramshaw Stand, at the rear of The Princess Anne Bar e at rear and also in toilet facilities situated next to the Member’s Room. d toilet Room

FIRST AID T

If you require first aid assistance, please contact a member of our our stewarding team or the Raceday Office located beside the turnstiles. or Ra y Office lo d

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Y PRO

In the unlikely event that The Racecourse has to evacuate buildings an t s announcement will be made over the public address system and the t over the instructions given should be followed immediately. Any emergency s immediately should be reported to a member of the Racecourse Staff/Safety to memb Steward or Office. An evacuation plan has been designed and will be d or Office implemented by our Stewards and Staff. Follow the instructions given d our Stewar Staff Follow instruc s as quickly and quietly as possible and please remember to take your and rememb take belongings with you with you.

BABY CHANGING FACILITIES CHANG G FACILI

Available on the first floor of the Ramshaw Stand and within the accessible toilet at the rear of the Princess Anne Bar. For any further information or assistance please ask the Security Staff

DOGS

Dogs are permitted on The Racecourse in outside areas providing they are kept on a lead at all times. Guide dogs are allowed into the buildings with their visually impaired owner.

BOOKMAKERS/BETTING

All Bookmakers must possess a valid Betting Badge and be occupying an authorised pitch to be entitled to lay bets Anyone contravening this condition will be evicted. Any Betting Disputes or Betting Ring Enquiries should be directed to the Betting Ring Manager

RACEHORSE & JOCKEY WELFARE Hexham Racecourse employs 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 the 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.

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 4.15 - THE SUSAN & NEVE’S SPECIAL BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5148 to the winning horse The second to receive £2369, the third £1184, the fourth £592 and the fifth £295 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 30th. Penalties, after May 25th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 15 entries, 1 at £8 and 14 at £40 - Closed May 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3938; Second £1969; Third £985; Fourth £492; Fifth £246. (Penalty Value £5148.97)

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 4.55 - THE MARRILL GROUP PRESSING TO WIN HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4990 to the winning horse The second to receive £2296, the third £1148, the fourth £574 and the fifth £286 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, May 27th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 30th. Penalties, after May 25th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries at £35 - Closed May 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3817; Second £1908; Third £954; Fourth £477; Fifth £238. (Penalty Value £4990.54)

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 5.30 - THE HEXHAM LEGEND “EVENT OF SIVOLA” MEMORIAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6152 to the winning horse The second to receive £2830, the third £1415, the fourth £708 and the fifth £353 for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 30th. Penalties, after May 25th, 2024, for each steeple chase won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 10 entries at £45. - Closed May 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £4705; Second £2352; Third £1177; Fourth £588; Fifth £294. (Penalty Value £6152.36)

SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 6.05 - THE MOST IMPORTANT 3-YEAR-OLD RACE TODAY JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4901 to the winning horse The second to receive £2258, the third £1128 and the fourth £565 for juvenile three yrs old, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, May 27th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 30th. Weights: 10st 12lb each Fillies allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 7 entries at £40. - Closed May 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money Winner £3756; Second £1878; Third £939; Fourth £470. (Penalty Value £4901.40)

SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 6.35 - THE TRICIA HUGHES MEMORIAL HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4752 to the winning horse The second to receive £2187, the third £1093, the fourth £547 and the fifth £272. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, May 27th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 30th. Penalties, after May 25th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 20 entries at £35. - Closed May 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3635; Second £1817; Third £909; Fourth £455; Fifth £227 (Penalty Value £4752.90)

SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 7.07 - THE LANGLEY CASTLE AN OUTSTANDING SMALL HOTEL AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4470 to the winning horse The second to receive £2236, the third £1116, the fourth £559 and the fifth £279 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-100 Enter by noon, May 27th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 30th. Penalties, after May 25th, 2024, for each hurdle race won 7lb. To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys who are members of the Amateur Jockeys’ Association of Great Britain by the deadline for Declaration of Jockeys and on the day of the race. A memento will be presented to the winning owner and a cash prize of £30 awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in the race. 13 entries at £35. - Closed May 27th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3885; Second £1943; Third £971; Fourth £486; Fifth £243 (Penalty Value £4470.30)

SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE.

2024 FIXTURES

SATURDAY 15TH JUNE CHARITY RACEDAY

SUNDAY 23RD JUNE

LADIES DAY

FRIDAY 4TH OCTOBER AUTUMN RACEDAY

SATURDAY 12TH OCTOBER

NEWCASTLE FALCONS RACEDAY

FRIDAY 8TH NOVEMBER WEATHERBYS RACEDAY

WEDNESDAY 20TH NOVEMBER

WINTER RACEDAY

WEDNESDAY 11TH DECEMBER CHRISTMAS RACEDAY