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THE TRACK

A RIGHT-HANDED OVAL CIRCUIT ALMOST A MILE AND A QUARTER IN EXTENT, WHICH JOINS THE STRAIGHT FIVE FURLONGS COURSE HALF-A-MILE FROM HOME.

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T TONIGHT'S TURE RACE FEATURE

Tonight's feature race is one for the stayers, over a trip of just shy of two miles. Billy Loughnane rides the red-hot night's one the two mile Robert Johnson who has won three of his last four starts but is now 6lb higher for his success at Thirsk t last time out. He has yet to prove he stays this far though which could also prove a negative for Belle Of stays this cou Annandale and Baez who are yet to go over this far. The eight year-old Idilico makes appeal after a good second ndale Id over course and distance last time and despite not being seen on the Flat for over a season, Exelcius could prove ver to be on a handy mark Yorkindess will have to defy top-weight and struggled off a mark off 70 last time out st hile Wontgetfooledagan and Red Missile will need to improve. but should appreciate the return to the turf, while a

JOCKEYS H TO WATCH

the top claimers in Great Britain and is 2-8 at BILLY LOUGHNANE has quickly established himself as one of ting with Star Sight (7.00) when riding for Rebecca Musselburgh. Billy has three rides on the evening, starting Sig (7.30) His night concludes with Flylikeaneagle in the lucky last Menzies, shortly followed by Robert Johnson w

o see him ride at least one on the evening. Paul Mulrennan is often a strong and it would be no surprise to on evening candidate here and has a full book of rides this evening. He rides Primo's Commet (8.00) who has fell nicely in the weights and top weight Rory who should appreciate the drop back to seven furlongs. ho dro

TRAINERS TO WATCH

REBECCA MENZIES is now 0-19 over the last 14 days but do not let that put you off her runners this evening. She has Star Start (7.00) who should take all the beating after a solid victory last time out. She also saddles Loubiere (6.30) who should step forward from her debut and One Of Our Own for the same connections. CHARLIE JOHNSTON has continued to follow in the footsteps of his father and seems to find vast success at Musselburgh and Alpen Power could prove a worthy newcomer in the opener. His only other runner on the card is Yorkindness in the feature race, which could boost her chances.

RACE DESCRIPTIONS

6:30 THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES

This race is a seven furlongs maiden stakes for two-year-olds Maiden races provide a starting point for young horses that are yet to record a victory and most will be very lightly-raced or be making their racecourse debuts Previous experience can count for a lot when searching for the winner but well-bred or precocious juveniles are more than capable of landing the prize at the first time of asking.

7:00 THE JOIN RACING TV NOW HANDICAP STAKES

This is a one mile handicap race for three-year-olds which have been rated from 46 to 65 In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than a lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 40 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 130.

7:30 THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV HANDICAP STAKES

This is a two miles handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 56 to 75 To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have run at least three times in a Flat race in Britain, or have run in no more than two Flat races run in Britain and won at least one of them This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap In simple terms a horse rated 75 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 70

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This is a five furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 51 to 70 Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 6lb.

8:30 THE WATCH ON RACING TV HANDICAP STAKES

This is a seven furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 65 Like most handicaps on the Flat, this race is also open to horses that are rated below that particular band. However, all handicaps stipulate a minimum weight and no runner can carry less than that, irrespective of how low their rating is This is often described as ‘running from out of the handicap’ and is considered a disadvantage.

9:00 THE VISIT RACINGTV.COM HANDICAP STAKES

This is a one mile handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 56 to 75 Like all handicaps on today’s card this means that should a horse rated 75 take part they would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 70

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Breeder: Gainsborough Stud Management Ltd

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STAR RATINGS EXPLAINED

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

Unlikely to win but not totally without hope

Can be given little or no chance

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Race 1 6.30PM

Stalls: Inside

Total prize fund £7000 Seven furlongs about 33 yards (7f abt 33yds) for maiden two yrs old THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF

RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES

(CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2987; Second £1493; Third £747; Fourth £373. (Penalty Value £3780) SS

RACE STATS

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Leading course trainer (17-22): D & N Barron (10 wins from 45 runners, 22%) runs SWIFT SALIAN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Johnston (10 wins from 96 runners, 10%) runs ALPEN POWER

Longest Traveller: LEXINGTON BELLE trained by A Haynes, Newmarket, 350 miles

No Horse st lb Draw Jockey

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ALPEN POWER (GB) (-) 9 7 (2)

B c Bobby’s Kitten (USA) - Alumna (USA)

Owner: Mr Markus Graff & Partner

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Breeder: Miss K. Rausing

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE spots, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets and spots on WHITE cap Form: 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 27. €27,000 yearling, Bobby’s Kitten colt. Half-brother to 1 1/2m winner Alpha Theta. Dam, 1m-1 1/4m winner, half-sister to smart 1 1/4m winner Harrovian. Newcomer for top yard. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating - Joe Fanning

2

CHARGED UP (GB) (32) 9 7 (1)

B c Expert Eye - Electric Feel

Owner: Crystal Clear Racing

Trainer: Ollie Pears, Malton

Breeder: J. Barton

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED sleeves, ROYAL BLUE diamonds, RED cap Form: 342 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Third in Brocklesby on debut and met trouble at a crucial stage when fourth of 9 at Beverley next time Back on track when second at Carlisle and he sets a fair standard up in trip

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DUE CONSIDERATION (GB) (11) 9 7 (7)

B g Due Diligence (USA) - Empress Livia

Owner: Middleham Park Racing XCVI

Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay

Breeder: Denniff Farms Ltd

Sponsor: Tattersalls

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets, ORANGE cap Form: 0 0 wins £0

SWIFT SALIAN (IRE) (9)

B c Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Dynalosca (USA)

Owner: Mr David Ellis

Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk

Breeder: Richard McConnell

Sponsor: Integrated Third Party Logistics Limited

9 7 (6)

TIMEFORM VIEW Already gelded and never a serious factor when seventh of 13 in novice event at Ripon (6f, good to firm) on debut 11 days ago, slowly away. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - Barry McHugh 4

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE epaulets, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, ROYAL BLUE cap, LIGHT BLUE star Form: 66 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 20. €12,000 foal, £25,000 yearling, Holy Roman Emperor colt. Closely related to winner up to French 11f Bay of Gibraltar and half-brother to 9.5f winner in Doha Ras Al Qimmah. Stepped up on debut run when sixth at Ayr and 7f will suit. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingCallum Rodriguez

5

LOUBIERE (IRE) (12)

Ch f Cotai Glory - Roseau City

Owner: TipMan Gold & Green, Sarah Harrison

Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Breeder: Mccracken Farms Ltd

Sponsor: Tipman Tips

9 2 (3)

Colours: DARK GREEN and BEIGE stripes

Form: 0 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 9 in maiden (20/1) at Hamilton (6f, good to firm) on debut 12 days ago May well do better with that outing under her belt. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating - Paddy Mathers

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BUTTERCROSS FLYER (IRE) (-) (2lb) 9 0 (4)

B f Inns of Court (IRE) - Bonne

Owner: NickBradleyRacing45 & Alfa Site Services

Trainer: Craig Lidster, Easingwold

Breeder: Limetree Stud

Sponsor: Tattersalls

Colours: WHITE, BLACK seams, WHITE sleeves, BLACK stars, WHITE cap, BLACK star

Form: 0 wins £0

2-y-o, Inns of Court filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including 2-y-o 1m winner Bon Scotte and 6f-1m winner Made of Honour

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 28. €17,000 yearling, 40,000 gns

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingWilliam Pyle (7)

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LEXINGTON BELLE (IRE) (14) (2lb) 9 0 (5)

B f Belardo (IRE) - Albemarle

Owner: Middleham Park Racing CXIII

Trainer: Alice Haynes, Newmarket

Breeder: Rigsdale Stud

Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets Form: 6 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 24. €6,000 yearling, Belardo filly. Half-sister to 7f winner Lone Creek and useful winner up to 1 1/4m Mackaar Dam ran twice Mid-field starting out at Lingfield a fortnight ago Could progress Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingKieran O’Neill

2022 WINNER: IMPULSIVE REACTION (IRE) 2 9 7 David Allan 15-8 (Tim Easterby) 4 ran

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Charged Up (GB), 11-4 Alpen Power (GB), 11-2 Lexington Belle (IRE), 9-1 Loubiere (IRE), 14-1 Buttercross Flyer (IRE), 16-1 Swift Salian (IRE), 33-1 Due Consideration (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

CHARGED UP got back on track when runner-up at Carlisle a month ago and with 7f likely to suit, he can put his experience to the best possible use Loubiere will know more this time and is a threat, while any market support for Alpen Power on debut would look noteworthy.

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Stalls: Inside

Total prize fund £7000 About one mile (8f abt 2yds) for three yrs old

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Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): J Goldie (28 wins from 313 runners, 9%) runs CUBAN ROCK

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Goldie (5 wins from 47 runners, 11%) runs CUBAN ROCK

Longest Traveller: LADYLINGMOOR trained by J J Quinn & HEART OF SOFIA trained by N Tinkler, Malton, 201 miles

No Horse st lb Draw Jockey 1

STAR START (IRE) (32) 9 11 (5)

B g U S Navy Flag (USA) - Button Up (IRE)

Owner: Mr S. Almutairi

Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Breeder: Longueville BS & Ederidge Ltd

Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds

Colours: DARK GREEN, RED star and sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 5500-51 1 win £3402

TIMEFORM VIEW Well beaten on return at Newcastle (12.5f) in May but took a step forward to shed maiden tag dropped back in trip at Carlisle (9f) 32 days ago, racing prominently and leading final 50 yds Claims if arriving in same form with Billy Loughnane taking off a valuable 3lb

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 57 Billy Loughnane (3) 2

LINCOLN ROCKSTAR (IRE) (6) 9 10 (1)

B f Churchill (IRE) - Lincoln Rocks

Owner: G.P.S. Heart of Racing (Bloodstock) Ltd

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Breeder: GPS Heart of Racing (Bloodstock) Ltd

Sponsor: P C Coaches of Lincoln Limited

Colours: MAROON, WHITE stars, ORANGE sleeves, MAROON cap, WHITE star

Form: 05010-2 D 1 win £3456

TIMEFORM VIEW 1m nursery winner last year who showed improved form on return/yard debut when second in 10-runner Beverley handicap (10f) 6 days ago, just unable to wear down a race-fit rival Cheekpieces go on now and she’s fancied to be thereabouts again with a repeat. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 27/6/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 56

3

ROCKIN ROSA (GB) (10) 9 7 (3)

Ch f Bated Breath - Rosalie Bonheur

Owner: The Beer Stalkers & Ruth Carr

Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington

Breeder: Mrs Hugh Maitland-Jones

Sponsor: XRE Construction Training Ltd, Mr Brown

Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE inverted triangle, armlets and cap Form: 0-36455 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 8 starts and she ran below her best when fifth of 8 in handicap at Redcar (7f) 10 days ago, weakening final 1f Needs to pull out more on first crack at 1m.

4

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 53

CUBAN ROCK (GB) (10)

Ch g Havana Grey - Rocknrollbaby (IRE)

Owner: Mr James Callow & Mr J. S. Goldie

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Breeder: Pace Bloodstock

Sponsor: Crawton Ltd

9 7 (4)

Colours: DARK BLUE, RED stripe, halved sleeves, RED cap Form: 004460 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who hasn’t been pulling up any trees so far this term, eighth of 11 in handicap at this course (5f) 10 days ago Steps back up significantly in trip now and is at least now operating from career-low mark. Cheekpieces back on.

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Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 53

LADYLINGMOOR (GB) (31) 9 6 (2)

B f Massaat (IRE) - Ayresome Angel

Owner: Four Amigos

Trainer: John Quinn, Malton

Breeder: Richard Kent & Clare Lloyd

Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW star, YELLOW sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars

Form: 000 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 80/1, eighth of 9 in maiden at Catterick (6f, good to firm) 31 days ago Significantly up in trip for handicap debut and worth noting if the market speaks in her favour

HEART OF

SOFIA (IRE)

B f James Garfield (IRE) - Tut (IRE)

Owner: Sara Hattersley & Peter Blyth

Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Breeder: Mrs Jean Brennan

Sponsor: Alexanders York

(15) 9 0 (6)

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 52 Dale Swift 6

Colours: PINK, PURPLE disc, striped sleeves and cap Form: 0-04464 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Bit below form fourth of 13 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, firm, 22/1) 15 days ago, outpaced around 3f out but keeping on again final 1f Worth a crack at this longer trip on that evidence Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 46 Rowan Scott

Mark Winn (3)

Cam Hardie

Paul Mulrennan

2022 WINNER: WITHOUT DELAY (IRE) 3 9 11 Dale Swift 6-4 (Tracy Waggott) 7 ran

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 4. Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Lincoln Rockstar (IRE), 11-4 Star Start (IRE), 13-2 Cuban Rock (GB), Heart of Sofia (IRE), 7-1 Rockin Rosa (GB), 15-2 Ladylingmoor (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

STAR START left his reappearance effort trailing in his wake when shedding the maiden tag at Carlisle 32 days ago and with his rider’s valuable claim offsetting his rise in the weights, he’s expected to be firmly in the mix again. Lincoln Rockstar, who arrives on the back of a good second at Beverley, can emerge as the chief threat.

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Stalls: Stands Side Start

Total prize fund £8000 About two miles (15f abt 217yds) for four yrs old and upwards

THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SS

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): K Dalgleish (58 wins from 421 runners, 14%) runs BELLE OF ANNANDALE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Johnston (10 wins from 96 runners, 10%) runs YORKINDNESS

Longest Traveller: YORKINDNESS trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 152 miles

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YORKINDNESS (GB) (14) 4 9 9 (5)

B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Yorkidding

Owner: Mr Paul Robert York

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Breeder: Mr Paul Robert York

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

Colours: WHITE, LIGHT GREEN stars, hooped sleeves and stars on cap Form: 420416 BF 2 wins £8129

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning easily over 17f at Pontefract but that was a weak 4-runner race and she was well held under a penalty at Lingfield a week later, not for the first time racing too keenly for her own good. Bounce back needed. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 19/6/2023 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 71

2

WONTGETFOOLEDAGEN (IRE) (24) 7 9 8 (7)

B g Zebedee - No Way (IRE)

Owner: Mr Phil Slater

Trainer: Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor

Breeder: Ms G. Proctor

Colours: RED, WHITE triple diamond, diamonds on sleeves, RED cap, WHITE diamond. Form: 33/15-05 D 7 wins £20259

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdle/Flat winner in Sweden but a long way behind Robert Johnson at Thirsk last month on his first outing for Tracy Waggott. Star Rating

3

EXCELCIUS (USA) (645) 7 9 8 (1)

B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Crying Shame (USA)

Owner: Mr Gerry McGladery

Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Breeder: Summerhill Stud

Sponsor: Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW diamonds, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW diamond. Form: 645410/- D 4 wins £30828

TIMEFORM VIEW Flat/hurdle winner in Ireland for Thomas Mullins but has failed to make a significant impact over hurdles for current yard in Britain. Remains to be seen whether a return to the Flat sparks an upturn in his fortunes Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 70

4

ROBERT JOHNSON (GB) (24) 5 9 6 (8)

Ch g Helmet (AUS) - Sensationally

Owner: Mr M. V. Coglan

Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond

Breeder: Meon Valley Stud

Sponsor: Topspec Equine Ltd

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE stars, RED sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap, WHITE star

Form: 1-01141 4 wins £14970

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved back on the level this term, winning for the third time in his last 4 starts when forging clear of 2 next-time-out winners at Thirsk (1 1/2m) last month. Seemed to stay 2m on penultimate start. Still looks well treated even after a further 6lb rise Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 68

5

BELLE OF ANNANDALE (IRE) (10) 4 9 5 (3)

Ch f Australia - Fountain of Honour (IRE)

Owner: Richard & Katherine Gilbert

Trainer: Keith Dalgleish, Carluke

Breeder: W. M. Johnstone

Sponsor: Straightline (NE) Ltd

Colours: ROYAL BLUE and WHITE (quartered), BLACK and WHITE striped sleeves and cap

Form: 02-0223 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden following 17 attempts but she has been placed on 9 occasions, running creditably again when third over 12.5f here 10 days ago Likely to be in the mix if her stamina holds up in trip

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 67 Billy Garritty 6

RED MISSILE (IRE) (28) 6 9 3 (4)

B g Battle of Marengo (IRE) - Plym

Owner: Mr Michael & Lady Jane Kaplan

Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Breeder: Ballyhane Stud

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

Colours: PRIMROSE, ROSE hoops, ROSE cap Form: 410/30-6 C 4 wins £17862

TIMEFORM VIEW Course Flat and hurdle winner but lost his way over jumps this spring and fared no better back on the level at Ayr last month. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 65 Callum Rodriguez

Dale Swift

Andrew Mullen

Billy Loughnane (3)

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IDILICO (FR) (59) 8 9 0 (6)

B g Lawman (FR) - Ydillique (IRE)

Owner: Mr Dennis J. Coppola & Mrs Dianne Sayer

Trainer: Dianne Sayer, Penrith

Breeder: Wertheimer & Frere

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: WHITE, MAROON chevrons, MAROON sleeves, WHITE diamonds, WHITE cap, MAROON diamond. Form: 451/40-2 5 wins £36910

TIMEFORM VIEW Fit from hurdling, beaten 9 lengths when second of 5 over C&D (good to soft) on return to the Flat 59 days ago Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 62 Paul Mulrennan

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BAEZ (GB) (20) 4 8 9 (2)

B f Sixties Icon - Sinndarina (FR)

Owner: Mr J. S Morrison

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Breeder: Stratford Place Stud

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: LIGHT BLUE and YELLOW check, RED sleeves and cap

Form: 3-65323 BF 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden but she has been running creditably for her new yard, including when third over 13f at Ayr last time Likely to be in the shake-up again. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 57 Kieran O’Neill

2022 WINNER: RED FORCE ONE 7 9 6 Ryan Sexton 10-11 (Philip Kirby) 7 ran

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3.

Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Robert Johnson (GB), 11-2 Yorkindness (GB), Baez (GB), 6-1 Belle of Annandale (IRE), 15-2 Idilico (FR), 22-1 Excelcius (USA), 33-1 Red Missile (IRE), 40-1 Wontgetfooledagen (IRE)

ROBERT JOHNSON has had the form of last month’s Thirsk success strongly boosted and half of his 6lb rise is offset by Billy Loughnane’s claim so he looks good for a fourth win in his last 5 starts Baez and Belle of Annandale might be the pair to give him most to do

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Race 4 8.00PM

Stalls: Stands Side Start

Total prize fund £7000 Five furlongs (5f abt 1yd) for three yrs old and upwards

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Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): J Goldie (28 wins from 313 runners, 9%) runs PRIMO’S COMET

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (5 wins from 51 runners, 10%) runs CINQUE VERDE

Longest Traveller: GLORY HALLELUJAH trained by N Tinkler, Malton, 201 miles

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TEXAS MAN (IRE) (42) 4 10 2 (5)

Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) - Texas Queen

Owner: SYPS & Mrs Wendy Burdett

Trainer: Craig Lidster, Easingwold

Breeder: Mrs Noreen Maher

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, DARK BLUE Cross of Lorraine and sleeves

Form: 020-006 D 3 wins £12474

TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, again ran below form when sixth of 7 in handicap at Redcar (5f, good to soft) 6 weeks ago.

First run for yard after leaving Paul Midgley. Down in grade bit tough to support on recent evidence

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 72

MERESIDE ANGEL (IRE) (13) 4 10 2 (7)

Barry McHugh 2

Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) - Mary Thomas (IRE)

Owner: Mereside Racing Limited & partner

Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk

Breeder: Cavalier Bloodstock & James Lombard

Sponsor: Kingston Thermal Ltd.

Colours: ORANGE, BLACK chevron, striped sleeves, hooped cap

Form: 5-32315 D BF 2 wins £6741

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Ayr in June Possibly unsuited by conditions when fifth of 8 in handicap (3/1) at Thirsk (5f, soft) 13 days ago Races from 1lb higher here and others make more appeal STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 20/6/2023 it was reported that the horse struck over the nose by whip Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 72

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CINQUE VERDE (GB) (7) 3 9 9 (2)

B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Gregoria (IRE) (in 6lb ex)

Owner: Mr B & Miss C Green

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn Breeder: Gregoria Partnership

Colours: DARK GREEN, WHITE diamond, BLACK sleeves and cap Form: 534361 D 1 win £3873

TIMEFORM VIEW Blinkered for 1st time, career best when winning 6-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f, 4/1) 7 days ago Carries 6lb penalty and holds leading claims provided this headgear works just as well second time up Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 64

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ECCLESIASTICAL (GB) (3) 6 9 8 (1)

Ch g Pastoral Pursuits - Bazzana (in 5lb ex)

Owner: Mr Paul L. Drinkwater

Trainer: Tristan Davidson, Carlisle

Breeder: The Snailwell Stud

Sponsor: D & D Industrial Coatings Ltd, Jewson Limited

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT GREEN star, LIGHT GREEN sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars and cap Form: 630511 D 4 wins £21304

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-backed 7/4, followed up from Ripon in similarly impressive fashion when winning 12-runner handicap at Chester (5.1f, good) 3 days ago Carries 5lb penalty and still very well treated on the best of his form, he’s one to side with again. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 59

Andrew Mullen 5

HARD NUT (IRE) (10) 6 9 4 (4)

B g Gutaifan (IRE) - With A Twist

Owner: Mr W.F. Perratt

Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride

Breeder: Springwell Stud

Sponsor: Linda Perratt Racing Club

Colours: YELLOW, PURPLE Cross of Lorraine, YELLOW sleeves, PURPLE stars, quartered cap

Form: 2///0000-5 2 wins £9250

TIMEFORM VIEW 50/1, shaped with some encouragement after 9 months off when fifth of 7 in handicap at this C&D (good) 10 days ago Task is building on that effort. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 60

Andrew Breslin (3) 6

GLORY HALLELUJAH (IRE) (7) 4 9 2 (6)

Ch g Cotai Glory - Island Vision (IRE)

Owner: Mr J Raybould & Mr S Perkins

Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Breeder: Kangyu International Racing

Sponsor: Alexanders York

Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE hoops, striped sleeves, RED cap Form: 0-00604 D 2 wins £6372

TIMEFORM VIEW Turned in best effort of the season when fourth of 10 in handicap at Chepstow (5.1f, good to firm, 7/1) 7 days ago On a career-low mark and could well step forward from his most recent effort.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 58

Callum Rodriguez

Clifford Lee

Rowan Scott

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PRIMO’S COMET (GB) (10) 8 9 1 (3)

B g Orientor - Primo Heights

Owner: Johnnie Delta Racing

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Breeder: Jim Goldie

Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing

Colours: BLACK, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK armlets, BLACK cap, YELLOW stars

Form: 323545 CD BF 9 wins £39371

TIMEFORM VIEW 6-time C&D winner Run best excused when fifth of 11 in handicap at this C&D (good, 5/2)

10 days ago, never nearer after hampered early. Cheekpieces back on. Can give another good account.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 57 Paul Mulrennan

2022 WINNER: VAL DE TRAVERS 4 9 6 Daniel Tudhope 5-2 (Michael Appleby) 7 ran

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Visor worn by No 6. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7.

Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Cinque Verde (GB), 10-3 Ecclesiastical (GB), 11-2 Glory Hallelujah (IRE), 6-1 Primo’s Comet (GB), 8-1 Mereside Angel (IRE), 20-1 Texas Man (IRE), 50-1 Hard Nut (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

This looks to concern the last-time-out winners ECCLESIASTICAL and Cinque Verde, with preference for the former as he’s still very well treated on the best of his form. He can bring up the hat-trick at the expense of Karl Burke’s filly, who was rejuvenated by first-time blinkers when opening her account last time and would be a serious danger if that headgear has a similar effect. Primo’s Comet looks best of the rest.

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Race 5 8.30PM

Stalls: Inside

Total prize fund £7000 Seven furlongs about 33 yards (7f abt 33yds) for three yrs old and upwards

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Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): I Jardine (33 wins from 261 runners, 13%) runs MERRICOURT

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): I Jardine (5 wins from 30 runners, 17%) runs MERRICOURT

Weightwatcher: GUNNERSIDE won off a handicap mark of 72, his rating is now down 7lb to 65.

Longest Traveller: AHAMOMENT trained by D & N Barron, Thirsk, 160 miles

Horse

1 RORY (GB) (20)

Ch g Orientor - Eternal Instinct

Owner: Mr Hugh Connor

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Breeder: Goldie Racing Limited

5 10 4 (3)

Colours: WHITE, BROWN Cross of Lorraine, chevrons on sleeves, BROWN cap

Form: 562325 C 4 wins £12528

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. Not ideally placed when fifth of 7 in handicap at Ayr (1m, firm, 5/1) 20 days ago, though hung left from 2f out. Capable of getting involved if on a going day.

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AHAMOMENT (IRE) (20) 4 10 3 (8)

B g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Taispeantas (IRE)

Owner: D P Van Der Hoeven & D G Pryde

Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk

Breeder: Mr Robert Lynch

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW diamond, checked sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW diamond.

Form: 3-06511 CD 2 wins £7851

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at this C&D in June before following up in 9-runner handicap (9/2) at Ayr (7.2f, firm) 20 days ago, rallying to lead again final strides The one to beat in his hat-trick bid.

3

Official BHA Rating 66

GUNNERSIDE (IRE) (31) 6 10 2 (6)

Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) - Suite (IRE)

Owner: Mr Grant Tuer

Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton Breeder: The Suite Partnership

Colours: DARK GREEN, YELLOW braces, striped sleeves and striped cap Form: 416156 CD 8 wins £22077

TIMEFORM VIEW Has scored twice this year, with his latest success at this C&D in May. However, well below form when sixth of 8 in handicap at Carlisle (6.9f, good to soft, 6/1) 31 days ago Could bounce back at this venue Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 65

Oliver Stammers 4

SPARKLE IN HIS EYE (GB) (10) 7 9 13 (4)

Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Nyarhini

Owner: Mr Samuel Sutton

Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Breeder: Hascombe and Valiant Studs

Sponsor: Phillips Sutton Associates Ltd

Colours: WHITE and MAROON check, DARK BLUE sleeves Form: 144-602 CD 6 wins £26154

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner last summer Quickly back on track when second of 8 in handicap (7/1) returned to this C&D (good) 10 days ago Can be thereabouts once more at this venue

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 62

MONHAMMER (GB) (10) 5 9 12 (2)

Aiden Brookes (5) 5

B g Awtaad (IRE) - Soviet Terms

Owner: Jackton Racing Club

Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride

Breeder: Genesis Green Stud Ltd And Thurso Ltd

Sponsor: Linda Perratt Racing Club

Colours: YELLOW, RED chevron, diamonds on sleeves and cap

Form: 00-0023 CD 2 wins £6912

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 15/2, did well under circumstances when third of 8 in handicap at this C&D (good) 10 days ago, short of room from 3f out. Can give another good account.

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Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 61 Callum Rodriguez

MERRICOURT (IRE) (10) 7 9 10 (1)

Gr g Mizzen Mast (USA) - Elite

Owner: Mr Allan McLuckie

Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Breeder: Nawara Stud Limited

Sponsor: Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes

Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE hoops, chevrons on sleeves, striped cap Form: 524265 C D 5 wins £18887

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Fifteen runs since last win in 2022. 9/2, fifth of 7 in handicap at this course (1m, good) 10 days ago, needing stronger gallop Will need everything to drop right back down in trip

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 59 Andrew Mullen

Joe Fanning

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ONE OF OUR OWN (GB) (14) 3 9 2 (5)

B f Poet’s Word (IRE) - Fangfoss Girls

Owner: Crowd Racing Partnership

Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Breeder: Mr Stuart Matheson

Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds

Colours: DARK GREEN and BEIGE stripes

Form: 445533 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Continued in good heart when third of 8 in handicap at Carlisle (6.9f, soft, 9/1) 14 days ago

More needed if she’s to break her duck, though. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 59 Paddy Mathers 8

ORIENTAL LILLY (GB) (9) 9 8 11 (7)

Ch m Orientor - Eternal Instinct

Owner: Johnnie Delta Racing & King for a Day

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Breeder: Johnnie Delta Racing

Colours: BLACK, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK armlets, BLACK cap, YELLOW stars

Form: 454050 D 10 wins £48029

TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty-six runs since last win in 2021. 150/1 and blinkered for 1st time, long way out of weights when last of 11 in handicap at Ayr (13.1f, firm) 9 days ago Drop back in grade/trip not enough to tempt. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 42

2022 WINNER: SPARKLE IN HIS EYE 6 9 4 Aiden Brookes 16-1 (Micky Hammond) 9 ran

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Blinkers worn by No 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1.

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Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Ahamoment (IRE), 9-2 Sparkle In His Eye (GB), 11-2 Rory (GB), 8-1 Gunnerside (IRE), Monhammer (GB), 9-1 Merricourt (IRE), 10-1 One of Our Own (GB), 22-1 Oriental Lilly (GB)

AHAMOMENT showed improved form when getting off the mark at this C&D in June before displaying a likeable attitude when scoring again at Ayr 10 days later He can continue his progress to complete the hat-trick. Sparkle In His Eye ran well when second here last time and could be the main danger, with Monhammer completing the shortlist.

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Race 6 9.00PM

Stalls: Inside

Total prize fund £7000 About one mile (8f abt 2yds) for four yrs old and upwards

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RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): K Dalgleish (58 wins from 421 runners, 14%) runs GOMETRA GINTY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Watson (6 wins from 57 runners, 11%) runs ALAZWAR

Longest Traveller: ALAZWAR trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, 370 miles

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS No Horse Age st lb

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ALAZWAR (IRE) (9) 5 9 11 (4)

B g Awtaad (IRE) - Venetian Beauty (USA)

Owner: Hambleton Racing XXXVI Ltd & Partner

Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Breeder: Chris & James McHale

Sponsor: Hambleton Racing Ltd

Colours: BEIGE, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE cap

Form: 000-550 D 4 wins £20266

TIMEFORM VIEW 12/1, last of 10 in handicap at Haydock (8f, good to firm) 9 days ago Hopes pinned on the first-time blinkers sparking a much-needed return to form. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 77 Oliver Stammers 2

STAR SHIELD (GB) (20) 8 9 11 (2)

Ch g Helmet (AUS) - Perfect Star

Owner: Middleham Park Racing & Mr P&G Upton

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Breeder: Mildmay Bloodstock Ltd

Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets

Form: 325151 D 9 wins £46785

TIMEFORM VIEW 9/4, won 6-runner handicap at Wetherby (8f, good to firm) 20 days ago Nudged up just 2lb and likely to be on the premises once again. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 77 Ben Robinson

3

FLYLIKEANEAGLE (IRE) (40) 6 9 9 (6)

B g Free Eagle (IRE) - Dulcian (IRE)

Owner: The Osprey Partnership

Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross

Breeder: Corduff Stud

Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd

Colours: BLACK, WHITE seams, WHITE and BLACK striped sleeves and cap Form: 316-140 CD 8 wins £32422

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in April Eight wins from 27 Flat runs overall 12/1, last of 9 in handicap at Ayr (8f, good) 40 days ago Needs to bounce back. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 75 Billy Loughnane (3)

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FINBAR’S LAD (GB) (18) 4 9 9 (7)

Ch g Territories (IRE) - Jacaranda Ridge

Owner: Mr P. Harrington

Trainer: John Quinn, Malton

Breeder: Mr P. Harrington

Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, Tote

Colours: DARK BLUE, RED hollow box, DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE armlets, WHITE cap, RED star Form: 0/14-01 D 2 wins £8768

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner Career best when winning 7-runner handicap at Haydock (8f, good to firm, 12/1) 18 days ago, slowly away. 4lb rise not prohibitive and he’s a live contender Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 75

Paul Mulrennan 5

SHOWMEDEMONEY (IRE) (17) 4 9 5 (5)

B g Divine Prophet (AUS) - Escapism (IRE)

Owner: Cool Jazz

Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Breeder: Noel Finegan

Sponsor: Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, MAUVE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, quartered cap

Form: 503310 C D 3 wins £12116

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Latest win at Ripon in May. 14/1, last of 9 in handicap at York (10.2f, good to firm) 17 days ago Back down in trip and cheekpieces refitted. Others preferred.

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Andrew Mullen

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 71

ARCHDUKE FERDINAND (IRE) (15) 4 9 5 (11)

Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) - Salariaq (USA)

Owner: Mr Phil Slater

Trainer: Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor

Breeder: Mr D. H. Slater

Colours: RED, WHITE triple diamond, diamonds on sleeves, RED cap, WHITE diamond.

Form: 2-00000 D 4 wins £15917

TIMEFORM VIEW 80/1, seventh of 15 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, firm) 15 days ago Easy enough to look elsewhere

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 71 Dale Swift

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YAASER (IRE) (15) 5 9 3 (3)

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Urjuwaan

Owner: Michele Craig and David D Smith

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Sponsor: Simply Holistic

Colours: PINK, ROYAL BLUE chevrons and armlets

Form: 003430 C D BF 4 wins £36408

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Twelve runs since last win in 2022. 10/3, twelfth of 15 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, firm) 15 days ago, very slowly away. That run best excused and, now 2lb lower, he’s high on the shortlist.

STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 18/6/2023 it was reported that the horse reared and was slowly away.

8

Mark Winn (3)

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 69

REGAL RAMBLER (IRE) (39) 4 9 3 (9)

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Rural Celebration

Owner: P Murphy and Partner

Trainer: Alice Haynes, Newmarket

Breeder: Grangemore Stud

Sponsor: Alice Haynes Racing, Colourpin

Colours: MAROON, BEIGE cross belts, BEIGE cap

Form: 24-2646 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, bit below form sixth of 12 in handicap at Sandown (10f, good) 39 days ago. Appears to be more effective on synthetics Visor on 1st time

STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 25/5/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed.

9

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 69

GOMETRA GINTY (IRE) (28) 7 9 2 (8)

B m Morpheus - Silver Cache (USA)

Owner: Ken McGarrity & Partner

Trainer: Keith Dalgleish, Carluke

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

Sponsor: Nairn’s Oatcakes Ltd

Colours: WHITE and MAROON check, MAROON sleeves, WHITE armlets, MAROON cap Form: 02-0403 CD 9 wins £63073

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Third of 4 in handicap (10/3) at Ayr (7.2f, good to firm) 28 days ago Visor on 1st time and each-way shout if she responds well to the new headgear STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 5/6/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 68

10 VIVA VOCE (IRE) (20) 6 8 13 (1)

B g Intense Focus (USA) - Moonbi Haven (IRE)

Owner: Miss N. J. Barron

Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk

Breeder: Mrs Mary Rose Hayes

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: BLACK, BEIGE hollow box and cap Form: 105010 CD 6 wins £20536

TIMEFORM VIEW Two wins from 6 runs this year, the latest over C&D in June Eighth of 9 in handicap (9/2) at Ayr (8f, firm) 20 days ago Looks vulnerable on that back of that low-key display.

Billy Garritty

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 65

YEEEAAH (IRE) (12) 4 8 4 (10)

Joe Fanning 11

Gr g El Kabeir (USA) - Red Savina

Owner: Bell Mount Racing

Trainer: Tristan Davidson, Carlisle

Breeder: Mr T. J. Adams

Sponsor: Jewson Limited

Colours: YELLOW, RED seams and sleeves, RED and YELLOW hooped cap Form: 3334-50 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 16 Flat runs Ninth of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (8f, 9/1) 12 days ago, not clear run. Likely to find a few too good once more STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 21/6/2023 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 56

2022 WINNER: AWARD DANCER (IRE) 4 9 4 Sam James 15-8 (Grant Tuer) 7 ran

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Cam Hardie

Blinkers worn first time by No 1. Visor worn first time by No 8, 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 5.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Finbar’s Lad (GB), 9-2 Yaaser (IRE), 11-2 Star Shield (GB), 17-2 Gometra Ginty (IRE), 10-1 Viva Voce (IRE), 14-1 Flylikeaneagle (IRE), Yeeeaah (IRE), 16-1 Alazwar (IRE), 18-1 Showmedemoney (IRE), 22-1 Regal Rambler (IRE), 50-1 Archduke Ferdinand (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

The vote goes to YAASER, who put together a string of decent efforts in defeat prior to fluffing his lines at the start at Doncaster The 5-y-o is now below his last winning mark and could be ready to strike. Finbar’s Lad didn’t show much on his reappearance in May but subsequently hit the target at Haydock and he is feared most ahead of the in-form Star Shield and Gometra Ginty.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.YAASER (IRE) 2.FINBAR’S LAD 3.STAR SHIELD RESULT

Kieran O’Neill

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In the event of racing being abandoned, refunds of admission tickets purchased will only be paid in the following circumstances: Abandonment before completion of the first race - full refund Abandonment before completion of the third race - 50% refund Abandonment thereafter - no refund Racegoers can obtain refunds by 3 methods: n Racedays, where possible y Post - racegoers should send their ticket receipt with full address ils within 3 months of the date of the racemeeting to Musselburgh Racecourse, Linkfield Road, Musselburgh, East Lothian EH21 7RG

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SERVICE PROMISE

At Musselburgh Racecourse, we are committed to providing a horseracing experience with style and flair You will experience a warm welcome with personal, professional and courteous service. We are driven by a passion for what we do to provide excellence in all areas If you believe we have not delivered service to your expectations, please can you let a member o our staff know

LATE BETTING CLAIMS

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If you have a winning betting slip but find that your bookmaker has left the racecourse for the day you can still claim your winnings To do this please send r slip to 11 Longbow Close, e Business Park, Bradley, rsfield, HD2 1GQ. These details are also printed on the back of your betting slip Your winnings will then be sent to you by cheque

HORSE CARE AT MUSSELBURGH

At every race meeting at Musselburgh there are three specially qualified equine vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action During a race two vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend a casualty in the same response time as the Medical Teams responsible for the welfare of the Jockeys. The third vet is based at the Stable Yard where a close check is kept on all horses, especially those returning after a race. It is now standard practice for screens to be erected around any horse receiving veterinary attention on the ground This does not reflect on the severity of an injury, but allows the vet so privacy and the horse the opportunity, in a calm environment, to mak a recovery Please do not assume the worst if you see screens erec around a fallen horse.

ATM

ATM Cash Machines are located adjacent to the Bistro Bar Glass Door & Main Tote Windows. Only £20 notes and multiples thereof are dispensed. There is a £2 transaction fee charged.

CLOAKROOM

Cloakroom facilities are available in the tunnel underneath the grandstand. The cloakroom closes 30 minutes after the last race. If lost property has not been claimed 30 days following the race meeting, items will be donated to charity.

INFORMATION

Racecourse Information and bookings are available at the Racecourse Office in the Weighing Room

FACILITIES FOR GUESTS IN WHEELCHAIRS

Two viewing ramps for guests in wheelchairs only are situated in front of the main Grandstand We have disabled access toilets in the Harris Tweed Bistro, Rockavon Bar, Pinkie Bar & the Links Pavilion Entrance

MEETING POINT

The suggested meeting point is outside the Weighing Room.

CCTV

Please note that for security purposes there will be CCTV monitoring throughout the racecourse today.

CODE OF CONDUCT

The Code of Conduct is a shared responsibility between the racecourse and you, the racegoer, regarding behaviour whilst on-course The Code of Conduct is an important part of our ability to reopen and welcome significant numbers of spectators so it is vital that you familiarise yourself with it in advance. A copy can be found on our website and will be provided with your purchase confirmation.

MONDAY 3RD JULY

WALLYFORD STATION RETURNS

The buses to Wallyford Train Station will depart from the racecourse side (North) of Linkfield Road at the corner of Millhill. The bus to Wallyford will depart at 20:15 & 21:15 to coincide with departures to Edinburgh at 20:38 & 21:48 and departures to North Berwick at 20:51 & 21:51.

NEWCRAIGHALL TRAIN STATION RETURNS

The bus to Newcraighall Train Station will depart from the racecourse side (North) of Linkfield Road at the corner of Millhill at 20:15 and 21:15 to coincide with departures to Tweedbank at 20:54 and 21:54.

ScotRail trains may be subject to short notice alterations on Monday 3rd July.

Please check before you start your journey as alterations will be made on the day.

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 6.30 - THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3780 to the winning horse The second to receive £1774, the third £887 and the fourth £443. for maiden two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, June 27th and pay £32 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 1st. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb Allowances: Band D from Band C 2lb THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £500 towards the prize money for this race EBF have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and trainer a prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race Please refer to Standard Conditions on the Racing Bulletin area of the BHA Racing Administration Internet site, www.racingadmin.co.uk, for further details on Restricted Race Bands. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £500 towards the prize money for this race All horses which are placed in the first six in an EBF Restricted Maiden or Novice race qualifier in 2023 will be qualified to run in either THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for fillies only) at Goodwood on 27 September, 2023, or THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for colts and geldings only) at York on 13 October, 2023. Both races will be run over seven furlongs NOTE: Horses entered or declared in a race which is subsequently abandoned will not be eligible to enter a Final. 11 entries at £32.Closed June 27th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 7.00 - THE JOIN RACING TV NOW HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for three yrs old only, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 56 and 57; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 1st. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 24th, 2023, for each race won 6lb Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and trainer A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 11 entries, 1 at £7 and 10 at £35. - Closed June 27th, 2023.

SEE PAGE18 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 7.30 - THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 1st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 24th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and trainer A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 11 entries, at £40. - Closed June 27th, 2023.

SEE PAGE FOR 24 THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 8.00 - THE 100% RACINGTV PROFITS BACK TO RACING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72; such horses rated 50 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 1st. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 24th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and trainer A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 16 entries at £35. - Closed June 27th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 8.30 - THE WATCH ON RACING TV HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 66 and 67; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 1st. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 3lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 8lb Penalties, after June 24th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and trainer A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries, at £35. - Closed June 27th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 9.00 - THE VISIT racingtv.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 1st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 24th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner and trainer A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries, at £35.Closed June 27th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE.

FIXTURE LIST

THE RACING TV RACEDAY

LUCAS ICE CREAM FAMILY DAY

THISTLE TIMBER FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE RACES

STOBO CASTLE LADIES DAY 2023

EVENING MEETING

AFTERNOON MEETING

THE SUMMER FINALE RACEDAY

THE MUSSELBURGH GOLD CUP FAMILY RACEDAY

SCOTTISH FLAT SEASON FINALE

WED 8 NOV

START OF THE JUMPS FEATURING THE PRINCE PHILIP CHALLENGE TROPHY

THE SALTIRE RACEDAY

THE FESTIVE JUMPS MEETING

CHRISTMAS JUMPER DAY

1ST JAN NEW YEARS DAY MEETING 2024