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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. THE BENDS ARE SHARP, PUTTING BIG, LONG-STRIDING TYPES AT A SLIGHT DISADVANTAGE.

T TODAY’S TURE RACE FEA

Jim Goldie will have his sights set high in the Garden Stirling Burnet Portobello Cup Handicap Stakes as he saddles Portobel the hat-trick seeking Baez, over this staying trip of two miles and two furlongs and Two Auld Pals Both runners have trick attracted a wide share of the market and should go well. Yorkindness also bids for the hat-trick and is quickly turned d b around after her duo of wins at Pontefract and despite going up 5lb, she could prove dangerous The only distance nd co winner Blow Your Horn went through a golden spell in June, but the handicapper looks to have the six-year-old in his r as one mile and six furlongs so there are plenty of question marks grasp currently. Glasses Up has only gone as far furlon Star who has not proved effective over this trip, albeit over hurdles. over his stamina and the same applies to Simple

JOCKEYS H TO WATCH

DANNY TUDHOPE only has the three rides throughout the six an eyecatching debut when second and Danny's other Testing in the first, teaming up with Tom Clover. He made de re (4.00) who bids to make it three on the bounce BEN CURTIS rides include Musical Diva (2.30) and How Bizarre who trike rate, with 11 winners in his last 46 rides at the time of writing. He has a full has been operating at a 24% strike book of rides on the day and Love De Vega (3.00) looks hard to dismiss. JOE FANNING heads up north and is booked to ride on four chances too, with On A Session (3.00) and Yorkindness (3.30) both holding solid claims h A Yor

TRAINERS TO WATCH

race card, but he gets the leg up on Character

JIM GOLDIE holds to fine chances at a gold medal in our feature race and again the leading trainer in our championship sends a strong hand here, with Abduction (3.00) another one of today's leading contenders Although not in the strongest form currently, his runners must be feared. TIM EASTERBY is arguably not known for his success at Musselburgh but nevertheless he is a class act. He interestingly sends just two here today which include Manigordo (3.00) and Revoquable (4.30)

CHARLIE JOHNSTON sends his usual force of runners here, with five across the day, and he clearly thinks this first race is winnable with either Ready Or Nott or Gone Rogue

RACE DESCRIPTIONS

2:00 THE IRISH STALLIONS FARMS EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (GBB RACE)

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. Colts and geldings will carry 9st 7lb, while fillies carry 9st 2lb. A 2lb allowance is allowed if a horse is from Band C or D.

2:30 THE WITHERBYS NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES

A nursery is a handicap that is restricted to two-year-olds only In order to be allowed to take part, entrants must have already run in three maiden or novice races, or have won two races, which then qualifies them for an official handicap rating based on what they have achieved so far Quite simply, the higher their rating, the bigger the weight they have to carry. This particular five furlongs race is for horses which have been rated from 0 to 60

3:00 THE WILLIAM HILL EPIC VALUE HANDICAP STAKES

This is a seven furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 71 to 90 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 85 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 80

3:30 THE GARDEN STIRLING BURNET PORTOBELLO CUP HANDICAP STAKES

This is a two miles and two furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 66 to 85 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.

4:00 THE MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING COMPANY HANDICAP STAKES

Our penultimate race is a seven furlongs handicap race for four-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.

4:30 THE SALLYPORT COMMERCIAL FINANCE AND AAB GROUP HANDICAP STAKES

To round out today's action, we have one mile handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 55 Like all handicaps on today’s card this means that should a horse rated 55 take part they would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 50

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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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Total prize fund £8000 Seven furlongs about 33 yards (7f abt 33yds) for maiden two yrs old

THE IRISH STALLIONS FARMS EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands C and D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3414; Second £1706; Third £854; Fourth £426. (Penalty Value £4320) SS

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): D & N Barron (10 wins from 54 runners, 19%) runs SWIFT SALIAN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Johnston (10 wins from 91 runners, 11%) runs GONE ROGUE & READY OR NOTT

Longest Traveller: CHARACTER TESTING trained by T Clover, Newmarket, 350 miles

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ARANTES NASCIMENTO (GB) (12) 9 7 (4)

B c Charm Spirit (IRE) - Flame Out

Owner: Shropshire Wolves

Trainer: Julie Camacho, Malton

Breeder: Shropshire Wolves & Kinsale Stud

Sponsor: McIvors.co.uk

Colours: ORANGE, BLACK stars on sleeves, BLACK cap, ORANGE star Form: 6 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Pleasing start when sixth of 14 in maiden at Thirsk (6f, good to soft) on debut 12 days ago, keeping on well from a long way back. Open to progress Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating - Ryan Sexton (3)

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CHARACTER TESTING (GB) (16) 9 7 (6)

B c Time Test - Characterized

Owner: Carroll House Racing

Trainer: Tom Clover, Newmarket

Breeder: Stuart McPhee Bloodstock

Sponsor: T Clover Racing Limited

Colours: YELLOW, LIGHT BLUE stars, YELLOW sleeves, YELLOW cap, LIGHT BLUE star Form: 2 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Knew what was required when second of 10 in maiden at Kempton (7f, 5/1) on debut 16 days ago Very much the one to beat. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating - Daniel Tudhope

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MONSIEUR MELEE (GB) (11) 9 7 (7)

B c Intello (GER) - Penny Rose

Owner: Ellipsis

Trainer: Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn

Breeder: Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook

Sponsor: Jedd O’Keeffe Racing

Colours: PINK, BROWN sleeves Form: 65 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced colt. 15/2, fifth of 9 in novice event at Ripon (8f, good to soft) 11 days ago

4

PEARL SANDS (IRE) (15)

B g Tamayuz - Maraaseem (IRE)

Owner: Artis 2

Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton

Breeder: Brian McDonald

Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited, Smart City Recruiters Lrd

9 7 (5)

Colours: YELLOW, DARK BLUE hoop, sleeves and cap Form: 6 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Already gelded and hooded, he didn’t show much when sixth of 8 in novice event at Newcastle (8f) on debut 15 days ago Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - Harry Russell

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SWIFT SALIAN (IRE) (40) 9 7 (2)

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

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE epaulets, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, ROYAL BLUE cap, LIGHT BLUE star Form: 6623 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced colt. 9/2, third of 4 in nursery at Hamilton (6f, good) 40 days ago Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 67 Ben Curtis 6

GONE ROGUE (IRE) (16) (2lb) 9 5 (8)

B c Gustav Klimt (IRE) - Assault On Rome (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Christine E Budden & Partners

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Breeder: Christine E. Budden & Partners

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

Colours: DARK BLUE, MAROON sash, DARK GREEN sleeves, MAROON cap Form: 2 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising type Second of 6 in maiden (5/1) at Hamilton (6f, good to soft) on debut 16 days ago Should progress, particularly over 7f Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating - Jason Hart

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SHATIN VENTURE (IRE) (19) (2lb) 9 5 (3)

B c Profitable (IRE) - Circleofinfluence (USA)

Owner: John Murphy, W.F. Perratt,Jackton Racing

Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride

Breeder: Oghill House Stud & Joseph M. Burke

Colours: PURPLE, PINK star, striped sleeves and stars on cap

Form: 0 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW 100/1, last of 7 in novice event at this course (5f, good) on debut 19 days ago, slowly away. Significantly up in trip

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Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - Callum Rodriguez

SUPREME TENACITY (IRE) (12) (2lb) 9 5 (9)

B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Last Laugh (USA)

Owner: E Hughes & P Makin

Trainer: Phillip Makin, Leyburn

Breeder: Imperial Crown Syndicate

Colours: LIGHT BLUE and YELLOW stripes, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, YELLOW spots

Form: 00 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced gelding. Tongue strap on for first time, seventh of 8 in minor event at Thirsk (7f, good to soft, 150/1) 12 days ago

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Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating - Rowan Scott

READY OR NOTT (IRE) (12) 9 2 (1)

B f Camacho - Hidden Girl (IRE)

Owner: Middleham Park Racing XXVIII

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Breeder: Knocktoran Stud

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets

Form: 0 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Eighth of 9 in maiden at Epsom (7f, good to firm, 13/2) on debut 12 days ago

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - Joe Fanning

2022 WINNER: HARRY’S HERO 2 9 5 Shane Gray 6-1 (Alice Haynes) 9 ran

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Hood worn by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 8.

Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Character Testing (GB), 7-2 Gone Rogue (IRE), 15-2 Arantes Nascimento (GB), 17-2 Monsieur Melee (GB), 10-1 Swift Salian (IRE), 22-1 Ready Or Nott (IRE), 40-1 Pearl Sands (IRE), 50-1 Shatin Venture (IRE), 150-1 Supreme Tenacity (IRE) PLAY

CHARACTER TESTING came within a short-head of making a winning start at Kempton 16 days ago and with that early zip a definite plus at this speed-favouring venue, he’ll take some stopping. The step up to 7f is sure to suit Gone Rogue and he’s the obvious threat, with Arantes Nascimento sure to know more this time

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Stalls: Stands Side Start

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

THE WITHERBYS NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

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): R Fahey (29 wins from 164 runners, 18%) runs SWIFTLY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Johnston (10 wins from 91 runners, 11%) runs LADY SHOWCASING

Longest Travellers: SWIFTLY trained by R Fahey, SERGEANT MAYER trained by N Tinkler & BLUE MOON BABY trained by J J Quinn - all Malton, 201 miles

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LADY SHOWCASING (GB) (15) 9 11 (6)

B f Showcasing - Fyxenna

Owner: Johnston Racing Ltd

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud and Mrs M. E. Slade

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT GREEN epaulets Form: 62506 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 6 in novice event at Lingfield (5f, AW, 22/1) 15 days ago Makes handicap debut and she needs to bounce back, but that is entirely possible given the yard she represents

2

FARAH M (USA) (15)

B g Free Drop Billy (USA) - Stormin’ Taffy (USA)

Owner: Peter and Liz Jones

Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk

Breeder: Dw2 Equine Llc

Sponsor: Tote

9 11 (1)

Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN disc. Form: 0400 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Blinkered for first time, last of 8 in nursery at Newcastle (7.1f, 14/1) 15 days ago Looks a hard ride and drops to 5f here Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 62 Ben Curtis

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SERGEANT MAYER (IRE) (13) 9 8 (7)

B g Soldier’s Call - Suedehead

Owner: The Olliers

Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Breeder: Mr James Waldron

Sponsor: Alexanders York

Colours: WHITE, RED chevron, RED sleeves, WHITE stars and cap Form: 5560 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t go unbacked but ran a bit below form when eighth of 13 in nursery at Beverley (5f, good to firm) 13 days ago, slowly away. More needed to defy this mark.

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MUSICAL DIVA (IRE) (16) 9 7 (2)

B f James Garfield (IRE) - Musical Bar (IRE)

Owner: Hambleton Racing Two Chances & Partner

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Breeder: Rathbarry Stud

Sponsor: Hambleton Racing Ltd

Colours: BEIGE, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE cap Form: 056 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 6 in maiden at Hamilton (6f, good to soft, 11/1) 16 days ago Cheekpieces on first time and no surprise were she to bounce back for her good yard. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 58 Daniel Tudhope 5

BLUE MOON BABY (IRE) (49) 9 6 (3)

B f Soldier’s Call - Secret Liaison (IRE)

Owner: Blue Moon Racing

Trainer: John Quinn, Malton

Breeder: Ballygown Bloodstock Ltd

Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, WHITE seams, armlets and diamond on cap Form: 435 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Fifth of 12 in maiden (50/1) at Catterick (5f, good to firm) 49 days ago Makes handicap debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 57 Jason Hart 6

ZAPHEA (IRE) (13) 9 4 (4)

Ch f Dandy Man (IRE) - Prem Ramya (GER)

Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 3 and Partner

Trainer: Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton

Breeder: Prem Ramya Partnership

Sponsor: Tote, OR8 Wellness

Colours: WHITE, BLACK seams, WHITE sleeves, BLACK stars, WHITE cap, BLACK star Form: 030323 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved form when runner-up at Bath and backed that up when third of 13 in nursery at Beverley (5f, good to firm) 13 days ago Shortlist material Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 55 Jonny Peate (3)

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ROCK LODGE (GB) (10)

B g Rajasinghe (IRE) - Skeetah

Owner: E Hughes, R Kent & P Makin

Trainer: Phillip Makin, Leyburn

Breeder: Mickley Stud

9 2 (9)

Colours: LIGHT BLUE and YELLOW stripes, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, YELLOW spots

Form: 4000 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Blinkered for first time, last of 10 in nursery at Southwell (6.1f, 25/1)

10 days ago Needs to up his game Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 53 (-4) Shane Gray

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LADY BOUQUET (GB) (35)

B f Land Force (IRE) - Loulou Bellini

Owner: James and Susan Cookson

Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond

Breeder: Highclere Stud

Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

8 11 (5)

Colours: RED and WHITE diamonds, RED sleeves, WHITE armlets, RED cap

Form: 6500 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 12 in maiden at Catterick (6f, good, 100/1) 35 days ago, slowly away. Makes handicap debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 48 Andrew Mullen

9

SWIFTLY (GB) (13)

B f Tasleet - New Falcon (IRE)

Owner: Bearstone Stud Limited

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Breeder: Bearstone Stud

Sponsor: Holdcroft Motor Group

8 9 (8)

Colours: WHITE, DARK BLUE epaulets, DARK BLUE and WHITE halved sleeves, quartered cap Form: 60005 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on for first time, fifth of 13 in nursery (25/1) at Beverley (5f, good to firm)

13 days ago Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 46 Joe Fanning

2022 WINNER: DIXIEDOODLEDRAGON (IRE) 2 9 1 Shane Gray 12-1 (Keith Dalgleish) 7 ran

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 4. Blinkers worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 9. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 8.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Zaphea (IRE), 5-1 Swiftly (GB), 7-1 Blue Moon Baby (IRE), 15-2 Lady Showcasing (GB), 8-1 Sergeant Mayer (IRE), 10-1 Lady Bouquet (GB), 12-1 Musical Diva (IRE), 14-1 Farah M (USA), 40-1 Rock Lodge (GB) PLAY

ZAPHEA has upped her game on her last 2 starts, finishing placed at Bath and Beverley and on that evidence, she can win a nursery. Swiftly is a danger at the foot of the weights, with Lady Showcasing another to consider

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Stalls: Inside

Total prize fund £15000 Seven furlongs about 33 yards (7f abt 33yds) for three yrs old and upwards

THE WILLIAM HILL EPICVALUE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £6401; Second £3200; Third £1601; Fourth £800. (Penalty Value £8100) Weights lowered 1lbs SS

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): J Goldie (34 wins from 333 runners, 10%) runs ABDUCTION

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Johnston (10 wins from 91 runners, 11%) runs LOVE DE VEGA

Longest Traveller: MANIGORDO trained by T Easterby, Malton, 201 miles

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ABDUCTION (FR) (13) 5 9 11 (1)

B g Acclamation - Perfect Day (IRE)

Owner: Dab Hand Racing

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Breeder: Skymarch Farm Inc & Ecurie Des Charmes

Sponsor: K A P Fish

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE cross belts, check sleeves, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE spots Form: 355001 D 6 wins £33031

TIMEFORM VIEW 8/1, career best when winning 8-runner handicap at Ayr (7f, good to firm) 13 days ago by 4 1/2 lengths from Judgment Call Raised 7lb and this place often doesn’t suit his usual hold-up tactics Star RatingHHHII

2 ON A SESSION (USA) (24) 7 9 11 (5)

B g Noble Mission - Destiny Calls (USA)

Owner: Penton Hill Racing Limited & Mr L O’Kane

Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk

Breeder: Green Lantern Stables LLC

Sponsor: Txodds

Colours: WHITE, RED and WHITE check sleeves, RED cap Form: 162040 CD 5 wins £51748

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in April Respectable seventh of 16 in handicap at Galway (7f, soft, 8/1) 24 days ago Considered back here Star Rating

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JUDGMENT CALL (GB) (13) 5 9 5 (4)

Br g Pivotal - Madonna Dell’orto

Owner: Mr M. Sawers

Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride

Breeder: Rockwell Bloodstock

Sponsor: Linda Perratt Racing Club

Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN diamond, sleeves and diamond on cap Form: 450312 CD BF 4 wins £24969

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in August. Respectable 4 1/2 lengths second of 8 to Abduction in handicap (9/4) at Ayr (7f, good to firm) 13 days ago 5lb better off this with that rival this time Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 81

Callum Rodriguez 4

MANIGORDO (USA) (19) 6 9 5 (3)

B or Br g Kitten’s Joy (USA) - Cutting Edge (USA)

Owner: Mr M. J. Macleod

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Breeder: N. P. Kessis & K. & S. Ramsey

Sponsor: Leods Contracts Limited, Baker Finch Interiors

Colours: RED and BLACK diamonds, RED sleeves, BLACK armlets and diamonds on cap Form: 241300 CD 5 wins £41755

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win at Beverley in June 9/1, 8 3/4 lengths seventh of 10 to Judgment Call in C&D handicap (good) 19 days ago Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 81

Hart 5

LOVE DE VEGA (IRE) (16) 4 9 4 (2)

Ch c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Ribble (FR)

Owner: Crone Stud Farms Ltd

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Breeder: Tinnakill Bloodstock & Lope de Vega Synd

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

Colours: ORANGE, EMERALD GREEN stars

Form: 000-601 D 3 wins £16858

TIMEFORM VIEW 8/1, career best when winning 6-runner handicap at Hamilton (6f, good to soft) 16 days ago, well on top at finish for rider who has a 2-4 record on him. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 80 Ben Curtis

2022 WINNER: MANIGORDO (USA) 5 9 1 Jason Hart 13-2 (Tim Easterby) 7 ran

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Tongue Strap worn by No 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4.

Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Abduction (FR), Judgment Call (GB), 7-2 On A Session (USA), Love de Vega (IRE), 10-1 Manigordo (USA)

LOVE DE VEGA won over 6f at Hamilton last time but he’s equally as effective at 7f and can strike again under Ben Curtis On A Session returns to the scene of his win in April and might give the selection most to do ahead of Judgment Call

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Two miles about two furlongs (2m 2f abt 28yds) for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £20000

THE GARDEN STIRLING BURNET PORTOBELLO CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £8258; Second £4130; Third £2064; Fourth £1032; Fifth £516. (Penalty Value £10468) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SS

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): J Goldie (34 wins from 333 runners, 10%) runs BAEZ & TWO AULD PALS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Johnston (10 wins from 91 runners, 11%) runs YORKINDNESS

Longest Traveller: BLOW YOUR HORN trained by I Williams, Alvechurch, 297 miles

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BLOW YOUR HORN (IRE) (10) 6 9 9 (2)

B g Golden Horn - She’s Complete (IRE)

Owner: Ian Williams Racing Club

Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Breeder: The She’s Complete Partnership

Colours: PURPLE, BEIGE cross belts, chevrons on sleeves, PURPLE cap, BEIGE star Form: 411106 D 5 wins £37262

TIMEFORM VIEW Completed a hat-trick over staying trips in June but not been in same form the last twice and is 6lb above his last winning mark. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 20/8/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 82 (-1) Paul Mulrennan 2

YORKINDNESS (GB) (10) 4 9 3 (3)

B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Yorkidding (in 5lb ex)

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: 164011 4 wins £19548

TIMEFORM VIEW Free-going type who has enjoyed a productive summer, winning a trio of Pontefract handicaps (all 17.1f), latest in ready fashion 10 days ago Carries 5lb penalty but not taken lightly. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 71 (+5)

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TWO AULD PALS (IRE) (25) 5 9 1 (4)

B g The Carbon Unit (USA) - Lady Jock (IRE)

Owner: Mr James Mearns Long

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Breeder: Thistle Bloodstock Ltd

Sponsor: Long Contracts Dmcc

Colours: BLACK, RED epaulets, YELLOW sleeves, YELLOW cap, RED star Form: 211221 3 wins £12505

TIMEFORM VIEW Thriving sort who won over 17f at Carlisle in June and has scored twice at Hamilton (both 13.1f) since 4lb higher now but must enter calculations

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 74

SIMPLE STAR (IRE) (19) 5 9 0 (1)

Tadhg O’Shea 4

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Simple Elegance (USA)

Owner: Mrs D. Monteith

Trainer: Dianne Sayer, Penrith

Breeder: Sunderland Holding INC

Sponsor: Tote

Colours: DARK BLUE, RED hoops, striped sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 20-1121 C 4 wins £17952

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 of his 4 starts on Flat this year, latest when narrowly taking 8-runner handicap at this course (12.5f, good, 7/2) 19 days ago Just 1lb higher now but steps into unknown territory trip wise

5

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 73

GLASSES UP (USA) (19) 8 8 11 (5)

Ch g English Channel (USA) - Hurricane Hallie (USA)

Owner: The Jolly Beggars

Trainer: R. Mike Smith, Galston

Breeder: Calumet Farm

Sponsor: The Injured Jockey Fund

Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE cross belts, diamonds on sleeves

Form: 254312 C BF 8 wins £56603

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways at Ayr (10f) earlier this month and matched that form when creditable second of 13 in handicap at this course (14f, good) 19 days ago 2lb rise fair and will be a player if handling this stiffer test of stamina.

6

Ben Curtis

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 70

BAEZ (GB) (32) 4 8 10 (6)

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: 323211 2 wins £14655

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged first win for Jim Goldie in decisive fashion at Catterick (15.9f) last month and followed up in a stronger contest at York (16.2f, good) 17 days later 6lb higher now but another bold bid anticipated.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 69 Shane Gray

Joe Fanning

Jason Hart

2022 WINNER: WISE EAGLE (IRE) 5 9 9 Daniel Tudhope 11-4 (Adam Nicol) 8 ran

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 5.

Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Yorkindness (GB), 4-1 Two Auld Pals (IRE), Baez (GB), 11-2 Glasses Up (USA), 6-1 Simple Star (IRE), 9-1 Blow Your Horn (IRE) PLAY SMARTER

Several of these arrive in top form but BAEZ proved better than ever when scoring at York last month and gets the vote Stable companion Two Auld Pals is feared most.

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Race 5 4.00PM

Stalls: Inside

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

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RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): J Goldie (34 wins from 333 runners, 10%) runs RORY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): I Jardine (3 wins from 35 runners, 9%) runs MERRICOURT

Weightwatcher: MERRICOURT won off a handicap mark of 64, his rating is now down 6lb to 58.

Longest Traveller: MONAADHIL trained by R Carr, Stillington, 184 miles

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

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SPARKLE IN HIS EYE (GB) (19) 7 9 9 (1)

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: 4-60251 CD 7 wins £30341

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed the second C&D succes of his career when seeing off 8 rivals 19 days ago Has a good draw and a 4lb rise seems unlikely to prevent another prominent showing.

2

MONHAMMER (GB) (19) 5 9 8 (10)

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: 002310 CD 3 wins £10575

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner under Callum Rodriguez in July. Only eighth to Sparkle In His Eye back here last month but capable of bouncing back with Rodriguez, who has a good record on him, returning to the saddle STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 11/8/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

3 RORY (GB) (25)

Ch g Orientor - Eternal Instinct

Owner: Mr Hugh Connor

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Breeder: Goldie Racing Limited

Sponsor: Tough Construction Ltd

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 64

5 9 7 (6)

Colours: WHITE, BROWN Cross of Lorraine, chevrons on sleeves, BROWN cap Form: 252556 C 4 wins £12528

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Eighteen runs since last win in 2022. 12/1, last of 6 in handicap at Hamilton (6f, soft) 25 days ago Needs things to drop right for him. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 63

COAXING (GB) (9)

B f Outstrip - Blandish (USA)

Owner: Alex G Fowler & Alex Waller

Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk

Breeder: Theakston Stud

Sponsor: Real Water (Edinburgh) Ltd T/A Datareal, Tote

4 9 6 (4)

Paul Mulrennan 4

Colours: PURPLE and WHITE stripes, WHITE sleeves and cap Form: 5-12330 D 2 wins £7182

TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Southwell in January. Placed on next 3 outings and it’s worth forgiving last week’s Catterick run as she was trapped wide from a poor draw. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 21/8/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the wide draw.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 62 (-1)

HOW BIZARRE (GB) (14) 8 9 5 (5)

Ben Curtis 5

Ch g Society Rock (IRE) - Amanda Carter

Owner: Foulrice Park Racing Limited

Trainer: Liam Bailey, Middleham

Breeder: Mrs Janis MacPherson

Sponsor: Show Business Interiors Ltd

Colours: BLACK, ORANGE hoop and armlets, quartered cap Form: 421011 CD 9 wins £37509

TIMEFORM VIEW This front runner is enjoying an excellent season, including a pair of 1m wins here at the start of the summer Arrives on a hat-trick after 7.5f Beverley wins in recent weeks and another bold showing is on the cards Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 61 Daniel Tudhope 6

NON MOLLARE (IRE) (19) 6 9 4 (11)

B m Cappella Sansevero - Confirm (IRE)

Owner: Mr J. Macleod

Trainer: Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie

Breeder: Colman Carroll

Colours: YELLOW and BLACK stripes, YELLOW and RED striped sleeves and cap Form: 103421 C 3 wins £12907

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 14 runs this year Career best when winning 12-runner handicap at this course (9f, good, 10/1) 19 days ago, soon clear Back down in trip Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 60 Jason Hart

Callum Rodriguez

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THE CALTONIAN (GB) (7) 4 9 4 (7)

B g Swiss Spirit - Azelle

Owner: Mr M. Sawers

Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride

Breeder: Winston Cartmel

Sponsor: Linda Perratt Racing Club

Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN diamond, sleeves and diamond on cap Form: 526635 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW 10/3, bit below form fifth of 10 in handicap at Carlisle (7f, good to firm) 7 days ago, merely closing up late Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 60 (-1)

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MERRICOURT (IRE) (58) 7 9 2 (8)

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: 242653 C D 5 wins £18887

TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable 2 lengths third of 7 to Monhammer over C&D (good to firm) 58 days ago Cheekpieces back on. Another who could be in the shake-up Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 58 Andrew Mullen

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MONAADHIL (IRE) (15) 9 9 1 (9)

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Urban Daydream (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Ruth A. Carr

Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington

Breeder: Oak Hill Stud

Sponsor: William Hill

Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE disc, hooped sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 265522 CD 6 wins £24237

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 9/2, creditable second of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford (1m) 15 days ago Can make presence felt.

10

SHIFTER (GB) (13) 4 9 0 (3)

B f Muhaarar - Holley Shiftwell

Owner: The Thistles & The Roses Partnership

Trainer: Wilf Storey, Consett

Breeder: J. W. Parry

Colours: BEIGE and DARK BLUE (quartered), DARK BLUE sleeves, BEIGE cap, DARK BLUE star Form: 4020-61 2 wins £7281

TIMEFORM VIEW Left reappearance behind when a 22/1 winner at Ayr (1m, good to firm) 13 days ago, just holding on. Raised 3lb

11

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 56 (+1)

HURAIZ (IRE) (37)

Ch g Sepoy (AUS) - Samaah (IRE)

Owner: Big Teeree Racing and Partner

Trainer: Ewan Whillans, Hawick

Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Sponsor: Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear

6 8 13 (2)

Colours: BLACK and ROYAL BLUE stripes, BLACK sleeves and cap Form: 0030-40 2 wins £9962

TIMEFORM VIEW Thirty runs since last win in 2019. Last of 13 in handicap at Ayr (6f, good, 25/1) 37 days ago, losing all chance when rearing at the start. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 24/7/2023 it was reported that the horse was slowly away. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 55 Rowan Scott

2022 WINNER: CANARIA PRINCE 4 9 2 Jason Hart 9-4 (Tim Easterby) 5 ran

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Blinkers worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 8, 9.

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 How Bizarre (GB), 7-1 Sparkle In His Eye (GB), Non Mollare (IRE), 15-2 Monaadhil (IRE), 17-2 Shifter (GB), 9-1 Monhammer (GB), 10-1 The Caltonian (GB), 11-1 Merricourt (IRE), 12-1 Coaxing (GB), 22-1 Rory (GB), 40-1 Huraiz (IRE)

HOW BIZARRE really has rediscovered the winning habit this summer and might be able to defy the handicapper again under Tudhope Callum Rodriguez usually gets a good tune out of Monhammer and Linda Perratt’s 5-y-o is second choice ahead of Sparkle In His Eye and Coaxing. TIMEFORM

PLAY SMARTER

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Race 6 4.30PM

Stalls: Inside

Total prize fund £6500 About one mile (8f abt 2yds) for four yrs old and upwards

THE SALLYPORT COMMERCIAL FINANCE AND AAB GROUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2684; Second £1342; Third £671; Fourth £335; Fifth £168. (Penalty Value £3402.10) SS

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (17-22): J Goldie (34 wins from 333 runners, 10%) runs COSA SARA

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (4 wins from 96 runners, 4%) runs REVOQUABLE

Longest Traveller: TACITUS trained by T Collier, Wilsden, 205 miles

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MAKALU (IRE) (19)

B g Mehmas (IRE) - Jolly Juicester (IRE)

Owner: Bruce Jamieson & Ruth Carr

Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington

Breeder: Kevin Fox

Sponsor: William Hill

4 9 9 (7)

Colours: PURPLE, BEIGE sleeves, PURPLE stars, PURPLE cap, BEIGE star

Form: 414046 D 3 wins £10035

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Redcar (1m) in May. Failed to stay when below-form sixth of 12 in handicap (16/1) at this course (9f, good) 19 days ago Enters calculations back at 1m.

2

YEEEAAH (IRE) (18)

Gr g El Kabeir (USA) - Red Savina

Owner: Bell Mount Racing

Trainer: Tristan Davidson, Carlisle

Breeder: Mr T. J. Adams

Sponsor: Jewson Limited

4 9 9 (4)

Colours: YELLOW, RED seams and sleeves, RED and YELLOW hooped cap

Form: 4-50230 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 19 Flat runs Placed twice for this yard in July (including C&D) and did too much too soon in refitted blinkers (discarded) at Ayr (7f, good, 4/1) 18 days ago Capable of bouncing back.

3

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 55

TACITUS (IRE) (56) 5 9 8 (9)

Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Kiss My Tiara (IRE)

Owner: T C Racing Syndicate

Trainer: Tjade Collier, Wilsden

Breeder: Barronstown Stud and Orpendale

Colours: MAROON, ORANGE sleeves, MAROON armlets, ORANGE cap Form: 00-0010 D 1 win £3663

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Redcar (1m) in June but only eighth of 12 from this mark at Musselburgh since Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 54

4

Sexton (3)

ROGUE FORCE (IRE) (30) 5 9 7 (6)

B g Iffraaj - Lonely Rock

Owner: rogue boys

Trainer: R. Mike Smith, Galston

Breeder: Mr & Mrs David Brown

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT BLUE striped sleeves, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE stars

Form: 660000 D 3 wins £12284

TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. 50/1, ninth of 13 in handicap at Ayr (1m, heavy) 30 days ago

5

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 53 Paddy Mathers

REVOQUABLE (GB) (14) 4 9 7 (8)

B g Pastoral Pursuits - Breakable

Owner: Ryedale Partners No 9

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Breeder: Habton Farms & Ryedale Partners No 9

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, PURPLE star, DARK BLUE sleeves, ORANGE stars, PURPLE cap, ORANGE stars

Form: 403140 D 2 wins £8216

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Beverley in July. 11/2, seventh of 11 in handicap back at Beverley (7.4f, good to firm) 14 days ago Others more persuasive

6

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 53 Sean Kirrane

COSA SARA (IRE) (15) 5 9 5 (10)

B m Gleneagles (IRE) - Antique Platinum (IRE)

Owner: Summerstorm Bloodstock Ltd

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Breeder: Moyglare Stud Farms Ltd

Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing

Colours: WHITE, DARK GREEN hoops, WHITE sleeves, DARK GREEN spots, DARK GREEN cap

Form: 233006 D 4 wins £14193

TIMEFORM VIEW Blinkered first time, creditable sixth of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (1m, 8/1) 15 days ago Not discounted.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 51 Paul Mulrennan

Jason Hart

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PROPAGATION (IRE) (19) 5 9 4 (1)

B g Acclamation - Thakerah (IRE)

Owner: Mr Anthony White

Trainer: Dianne Sayer, Penrith

Breeder: Mrs E. Thompson

Sponsor: Octet Investments Limited

Colours: GREEN, GOLD sash, hooped sleeves, quartered cap

Form: 04-3633 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 19 Flat runs Creditable third of 12 in handicap (15/2) at this course (9f, good) 19 days ago

8

EXPLORERS WAY (IRE) (15) 4 9 4 (3)

Ch g Australia - Into The Lane (IRE)

Owner: Mr P. Boyle

Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton

Breeder: Ringfort Stud Ltd

Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE hollow box, striped sleeves and cap

Form: 000050 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Looks regressive for current yard. 28/1, ninth of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (1m) 15 days ago

9

COPPER MOUNTAIN (GB) (15) 4 9 3 (5)

B f Sir Percy - Aetna

Owner: Laura Mason Syndicate Racing

Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton

Breeder: Mr Brian Padgett

Sponsor: Stittenham Farms

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT BLUE stars, YELLOW cap

Form: 400600 D 3 wins £9288

TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2022. 40/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW) 15 days ago

Down to a mark in the 40s for the first time in a while but could only consider if backed.

10

CHINESE SPIRIT (IRE) (13) 9 9 3 (12)

Gr g Clodovil (IRE) - In The Ribbons

Owner: Mr Sandy Jarvie & Miss L. Perratt

Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride

Breeder: J. Murphy

Sponsor: Linda Perratt Racing Club

Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW sleeves, RED and YELLOW striped cap Form: 202054 C D 8 wins £27213

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Seventeen runs since last win in 2022. Fourth of 6 in handicap at Ayr (1m, good to firm, 6/1) 13 days ago Enters the reckoning under Rodriguez.

11

STAR OF MARKINCH (IRE) (19) 7 9 0 (11)

B m Watar (IRE) - Gibboghstown (IRE)

Owner: Mr Richard Chapman

Trainer: Harriet Graham & Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh

Breeder: Dermot Day

Sponsor: David Merry Farrier

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who looks opposable again.

12

Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE hoop, armlets and cap Form: 0-40060 0 wins £0

TARNHELM (GB) (13) 8 9 0 (2)

B m Helmet (AUS) - Anosti

Owner: wilfstoreyracingclub

Trainer: Wilf Storey, Consett

Breeder: Theobalds Stud

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW braces, check cap Form: 00-0400 D 3 wins £10221

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 78 Flat runs Forty four runs since last win in 2020. Last of 7 in handicap at Ayr (13f, good to firm, 18/1) 13 days ago, typically slowly away. Significantly back down in trip

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 40 Alex Jary (7)

2022 WINNER: BRECKLAND 4 9 8 Billy Garritty 3-1 (Keith Dalgleish) 10 ran

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Blinkers worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 8.

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Yeeeaah (IRE), Propagation (IRE), 13-2 Tacitus (IRE), Revoquable (GB), 15-2 Chinese Spirit (IRE), 17-2 Cosa Sara (IRE), 9-1 Makalu (IRE), 25-1 Explorers Way (IRE), 33-1 Copper Mountain (GB), 40-1 Rogue Force (IRE), 50-1 Star of Markinch (IRE), Tarnhelm (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

YEEEAAH can probably be given the benefit of the doubt for last time after likely going off too hard in refitted blinkers (discarded now). Prior to that he’d been shaping as if he could win for the Tristan Davidson yard and he’s given another chance Chinese Spirit, the mount of Callum Rodriguez, and Makalu, who will appreciate the drop back to 1m, head the dangers

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.YEEEAAH (IRE) 2.CHINESE SPIRIT (IRE) 3.MAKALU (IRE)

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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.

WEDNESDAY 30TH AUGUST

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 16:25 & 17:25 to coincide with departures to Edinburgh at 16:44 & 17:49 and departures to North Berwick at 16:53 & 17:57.

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 16:25 & 17:25 to coincide with departures to Tweedbank at 17:27 & 18:30.

ScotRail trains may be subject to short notice alterations on Wednesday 30th August

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

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 2.00 - THE IRISH STALLIONS FARMS EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands C and D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4320 to the winning horse The second to receive £2028, the third £1014 and the fourth £507. for maiden two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, August 24th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 28th. 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 £1000 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 This race is part of the IRE Incentive Scheme, more details available at www.itm.ie THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 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 14 entries at £40. - Closed August 24th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.30 - THE WITHERBYS NURSERY 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 two yrs old only, Rated 0-60 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, August 24th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 28th. Lowest weight 8st 8lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 19th, 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 10 entries at £35. - Closed August 24th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.00 - THE WILLIAM HILL EPIC VALUE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £8100 to the winning horse The second to receive £3802, the third £1902 and the fourth £951. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 28th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 19th, 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 12 entries, at £75. - Closed August 24th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.30 - THE GARDEN STIRLING BURNET PORTOBELLO CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £10468 to the winning horse The second to receive £4912, the third £2454, the fourth £1228 and the fifth £612. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 28th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 19th, 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 8 entries, at £100. - Closed August 24th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.00 - THE MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING COMPANY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (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. August 28th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 19th, 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 19 entries, at £35.Closed August 24th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.30 - THE SALLYPORT COMMERCIAL FINANCE AND AAB GROUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3402 to the winning horse The second to receive £1596, the third £797, the fourth £399 and the fifth £198. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 56 and 57; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £32 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £26 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 28th. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 19th, 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 21 entries, 1 at £6 and 20 at £32. - Closed August 24th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.

FIXTURE LIST

DATE RACEDAY

SAT 16 SEP THE SUMMER FINALE RACEDAY

SUN 17 SEP THE MUSSELBURGH GOLD CUP RACEDAY

MON 16 OCTSCOTTISH FLAT SEASON FINALE

WED 8 NOV START OF THE JUMPS FEATURING THE PRINCE PHILIP CHALLENGE TROPHY

THU 30 NOV THE SALTIRE RACEDAY

FRI 1 DEC THE FESTIVE JUMPS MEETING

MON 18 DEC CHRISTMAS JUMPER DAY

MON 1 JAN NEW YEARS DAY MEETING 2024

FRI 9 AUG LADIES DAY 2024