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TURDAY 14TH SEPTEMBER 2024
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THE TRACK
A RIGHT-HANDED OVAL CIRCUIT ALMOST A MILE AND THREE FURLONGS 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 FEATURE
Today’s feature race on Ladies Day is the Champagne Pommery Brut Royal Gold Cup Handicap Stakes at 3.50pm. oday’s Go Dual course and distance winner On A Session clearly likes it round here with two of his 5 victories coming here clearly w and his third last time out at Ayr could make him a leading player Judgment Call is another to score over course hird Judgme and distance and went close last month off top weight. Stepping up in class, he is another that can’t be overlooked stance clas in this competitive field. Jim Goldie and Paul Mulrennan are often hard to ignore in these sorts of races and Abduction takes on an easier task here, dropping 3lb in the handicap Last time out winner Gressington gets the g with Media Shooter, Dain Ma Nut In and Moreginplease. helping hand for being a three-year-old, along M
JOCKEYS H TO WATCH
As mentioned in the feature race, PAUL MULRENNAN one to follow around here and he has a solid is always ng his way in all six races. JAMES DOYLE has been a book of rides throughout the afternoon, with action coming ng’s number one, enjoying a successful Glorious Goodwood man on a mission since becoming Wathnan Racing’s enjoyin e ride in the opener and it’s very hard to see connections travelling this far if He heads up north for just the sole and they don’t think they can win. JOANNA MASON has had 6 winners in her last 42 rides and she could go under ad the radar Joanna rides Cuban Cigar (3.20), Dain Ma Nut In (3.50), Glasses Up (4.20) and Code Purple (4.50) , Gla
TRAINERS TO WATCH
ED BETHELL is operating at a 24% strike rate in the past 14 days so his runners are surely worth a second look Ed saddles just one on this exciting card, with Gressington (3.50) taking action in today’s feature race which could prove a strong sign JIM GOLDIE again brings a strong force today and he will bid for glory with Abdcution in the feature race. However, Jim has another four across the six race card and it would be a shock if he were to leave empty handed throughout the afternoon. KARL BURKE is another with a strong strike rate recently and King Of Light (2.20) and Media Shooter (3.50) both stand chances.
RACE DESCRIPTIONS
2.20 THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES
This five furlongs Novice Stakes is restricted to two-year-olds but in order to take part all of the runners must meet certain conditions Unlike a maiden, which is restricted to horses yet to record a victory, winning horses which have run in a maximum of six races are eligible to run. Weights are set according to sex before previous winners are allocated penalties depending on the level at which they have been successful.
2.50 THE CELEBRATING LADIES DAY 20TH ANNIVERSARY HANDICAP STAKES
This is a five furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 56 to 75 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.
3.20 THE CHAMPAGNE POMMERY CUVEE LOUISE HANDICAP STAKES
This is a one mile, five furlongs and 216 yard handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 65 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 65 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 60
3.50 THE CHAMPAGNE POMMERY
BRUT ROYAL GOLD CUP HANDICAP STAKES
This seven furlong, 15 yard handicap race is for three-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.
4.20 THE COPPER BLOSSOM LADIES DAY HANDICAP STAKES
This is a one mile, four furlongs, 104 yard 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
4.50 THE CHAMPAGNE POMMERY BRUT
ROSE HANDICAP STAKES
The last race today is another handicap run over one mile, 208 yards for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 60 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.
HOW TO READ THE RACECARD
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DHAULAR DHAR (IRE) (113) 13 8 13 (1)
B g Indian Ridge - Pescara (IRE)
Owner: Johnnie Delta Racing
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Gainsborough Stud Management Ltd
Sponsor: Johnnie Delta Racing
Colours: BLACK, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK armlets, BLACK cap, YELLOW stars Form: 320003-1 C14 wins £100,569
TIMEFORM VIEW Admirable veteran who deservedly ended losing run at Wolverhampton (1 1/2m) in January No reason why he shouldn’t give another good account back on turf now Star Rating
Official BHA Rating 59
11 13 15 12 14 16 17
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
1. PICK YOUR WINNER!
PLACING A BET
HAVING A FLUTTER IS AN ESSENTIAL PART OF THE FUN OF COMING RACING.
Many people select a horse based on it’s name or jockey colours or go to the Parade Ring to view the horses
Alternatively you may wish to follow a particular jockey or trainer, or a tipster in a newspaper Others like to look at the horse’s previous races or ‘form’.
2. WHERE TO PLACE YOUR BET
1. In the Betting Ring, in front of the Grandstand, with a racecourse ‘bookie’. This is great fun as you can shop around for the bookmaker offering the biggest odds on your selection.
2. With totepool at one of their designated betting points all around the racecourse
3. At the totesport betting shop in the Links Pavilion, which is identical to a high street betting shop
4. At the totesport club office, if you are a member of the totesport club
3. PLACE YOUR BET
Decide how much you want to stake, and what type of bet you would like to place Then Cheer your selection home! There are a few simple rules that you need to follow after placing your bet.
- Please check your receipt. Mistakes cannot be rectified after a race is off
- Keep your bet receipt safe You will need this to collect your winnings
- Don’t throw away your ticket until the racecourse announcer says ‘Weighed In’.
- Even if your horse has not won, the result may be changed if there is a ‘Stewards Enquiry’.
GOOD LUCK!
Gary Bartley
Total prize fund £20000 Five furlongs (5f abt 1yd) for novice two yrs old
THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £8126; Second £4064; Third £2032; Fourth £1016; Fifth £508. (Penalty Value £10308) A SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (19-24): I Jardine (34 wins from 249 runners, 14%) runs UP THE CLARETS
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (7 wins from 48 runners, 15%) runs KING OF LIGHT
Longest Traveller: LA BELLOTA trained by J Ryan, Newmarket, 350 miles
B c Harry Angel (IRE) - Hoodna (IRE)
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: Hamad Al Jehani
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Sponsor: Wathnan Racing
Colours: PEACOCK BLUE, OLD GOLD sleeves, RED cap Form: 1 D 1 win £12826
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising individual 2/1, won 6-runner minor event for Michael O’Callaghan at Tipperary (5f, heavy) on debut 73 days ago Since changed hands (bought by Wathnan Racing) and this well-bred colt looks a nice prospect.
2 UP THE CLARETS (IRE) (27) 9 9 (4)
B c Kodiac - Unified
Owner: Mr James Fyffe & Mr Scott Fyffe
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Breeder: Gerard Kirwan
Sponsor: Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd, Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
Colours: BLACK and PINK diabolo, BLACK sleeves, PINK cap, BLACK star Form: 1203 D 1 win £4860
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner Successfuk at Hamilton in May. 9/2, respectable third of 8 in novice at Chester (5.1f, soft) 27 days ago Looks up against it under a penalty here Star Rating##!!! Official BHA Rating 79
3
KING OF LIGHT (GB) (68)
Ch g Mehmas (IRE) - On The Stage
Owner: Mr Zhang Yuesheng
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn Breeder: Plantation Stud
9 4 (2)
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE check sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 330
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 9/2, seventh of 12 in maiden at Nottingham (5f, good) 68 days ago Gelded since and merits respect on account of the promise he showed at Windsor and York prior to that. Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 83
4
LA BELLOTA (IRE) (23)
B c Mehmas (IRE) - Sagittarian Wind
Owner: Mr Gerry McGladery
Trainer: John Ryan, Newmarket
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
9 4 (5)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW diamonds, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW diamond. Form: 2
TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. Second of 11 in maiden (22/1) at Yarmouth (5.2f, good) on debut 23 days ago, running on. May well do better with that experience to draw upon and he needs considering. Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating -
5
PERFECT PART (IRE) (35)
Ch f Mehmas (IRE) - Queensbrydge
Owner: Mr Keith Brown
Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton
Breeder: John Cullinan
Sponsor: Tote
9 4 (3)
Colours: BROWN, BROWN cap, BEIGE star Form: 12 D BF 1 win £25770
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced winner Winner over 5f at Beverley in June Clear second of 9 in novice event over the same C&D (good to firm, 13/8) 35 days ago, no match for winner Leading claims Star Rating####! Official BHA Rating 84
2023 WINNER: MAJESTIC BEAUTY 2 9 5 Rowan Scott 3-1 (Alice Haynes) 7 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 5
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 1. Running for the first time since Gelding No 3. Probable S.P’s: 13-8 Evening Saigon (IRE), 5-2 Perfect Part (IRE), 9-2 La Bellota (IRE), 7-1 King of Light (GB), 16-1 Up The Clarets (IRE)
Paul Mulrennan
Sam James
Darragh Keenan
Ben Robinson
While the five rivals EVENING SAIGON beat on debut at Tipperary haven’t done much for the form since, it’s worth noting that four of them had the benefit of previous experience and two had already won a race Moreover, the son of Harry Angel looked a good prospect that day and he is taken to follow up on his first start in the colours of the burgeoning Wathnan Racing team. The sole filly in the line-up, Perfect Part, is feared most ahead of likely improver La Bellota.
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THE CELEBRATING LADIES DAY 20TH ANNIVERSARY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £6194; Second £3098; Third £1548; Fourth £774; Fifth £387. (Penalty Value £7851) Weights raised 4lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (19-24): J Goldie (38 wins from 341 runners, 11%) runs CLASSY AL
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Goldie (4 wins from 27 runners, 15%) runs CLASSY AL
Weightwatcher: OUR ABSENT FRIENDS won off a handicap mark of 75, his rating is now down 5lb to 70.
Longest Traveller: WORLD OF DARCY trained by J Ryan, Newmarket, 350 miles
1 DICKO THE LEGEND (IRE) (14)
B g Ardad (IRE) - Caledonia Princess
Owner: Mrs S Hibbert, Foulrice Park Racing Ltd
Trainer: Liam Bailey, Middleham
Breeder: O’Connor International Limited
Sponsor: Show Business Interiors Ltd
4 9 12 (2)
Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE triple diamond, chevrons on sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 246331 3 wins £19261
TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 21-runner handicap (8/1) at York (6f, good to firm) 14 days ago, well drawn in a race where low numbers dominated but overcoming a troubled passage Up 4lb but this a weaker band of handicap so he’s a massive player Star Rating##### Official BHA Rating 71
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OUR ABSENT FRIENDS (IRE) (21)
Ch g Camacho - Practicallyperfect (IRE)
Owner: Mr R W Hislop
Trainer: Tristan Davidson, Carlisle
Breeder: Denis McDonnell
Sponsor: Jewson Limited, Akv Group Ltd
6 9 11 (5)
Colours: DARK BLUE, RED sleeves, WHITE stars, DARK BLUE cap, WHITE star Form: 060020 D 3 wins £18325
TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort of the season when runner-up at Ripon last month but underlined inconsistency when failing to beat a rival in handicap at Haydock (6f, good to firm) 21 days ago Others more persuasive STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 19/7/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
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CLASSY AL
Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 70 (-1)
(GB) (6) 6 9 11 (4)
B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Classy Anne
Owner: Barraston Racing & Mr J S Goldie
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: John McGrandles
Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing
Colours: YELLOW, PURPLE chevrons, YELLOW sleeves, PURPLE stars, YELLOW cap, PURPLE star Form: 613444 D BF 4 wins £14285
TIMEFORM VIEW Tricky customer Latest win at Ayr in May. Fourth of 5 in handicap (15/8) at Hamilton (5f, good to firm) 6 days ago Cheekpieces removed. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 3/8/2024 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.
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Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 70 (-2)
ECCLESIASTICAL (GB)
Ch g Pastoral Pursuits - Bazzana
Owner: Mr Paul L. Drinkwater
Trainer: Tristan Davidson, Carlisle
Breeder: The Snailwell Stud
Sponsor: Jewson Limited,Akv Group Ltd, D & D Industrial Coatings Ltd
(13) 7 9 9 (6)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT GREEN star, LIGHT GREEN sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars and cap
Form: 10-5043 D 6 wins £33028
TIMEFORM VIEW Dropped down to last winning mark and posted respectable third of 9 in handicap at Chester (5.1f, good) 13 days ago Cheekpieces back on and he’s been eased 1lb so is of interest. Star Rating####! Official BHA Rating 68 P. J. McDonald
5 WORLD OF DARCY (IRE) (7)
B g Soldier’s Call - Alicia Darcy (IRE)
Owner: Das Racing Limited
Trainer: John Ryan, Newmarket
Breeder: Mr Thomas Foley
Sponsor: Tote
3 9 8 (1)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE diamond, chevrons on sleeves, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE diamond.
Form: 000000 D 2 wins £9098
TIMEFORM VIEW Continues to fall in the weights without looking ready to take advantage, 50/1 when ninth of 10 in handicap at Newmarket (6f, good) 7 days ago Visor back on. Star Rating##!!! Official BHA Rating 70 (-5) Darragh Keenan
6
WEE
FAT MAC
(GB) (7) 5 9 7 (3)
B g Swiss Spirit - Flylowflylong (IRE)
Owner: The Strattonites
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Breeder: Mr R. Provan
Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE cross belts, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, PINK stars and cap Form: 305323 D BF 6 wins £23293
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly reliable at this sort of level, creditable third of 7 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 7 days ago Should be thereabouts Star Rating####! Official BHA Rating 66 (-1)
Billy Garritty
Marco Ghiani
Paul Mulrennan
Mohammed Tabti (5)
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PROTEST RALLY (IRE) (7) 4 8 12 (7)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Odyssee (FR)
Owner: Mrs C M Clarke, Foulrice Park Racing Ltd
Trainer: Liam Bailey, Middleham
Breeder: Tom Radley
Sponsor: Show Business Interiors Ltd
Colours: YELLOW, BROWN cross belts, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 242442 CD 2 wins £6908
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Good second of 7 in handicap (15/2) at this C&D (good to firm) 7 days ago
Holding form pretty well but stablemate Dicko The Legend more appealing. Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 57 (+1) Tom Kiely-Marshall (7)
2023 WINNER: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Visor worn by No 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 7.
Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Dicko The Legend (IRE), 9-2 Ecclesiastical (GB), 11-2 Protest Rally (IRE), 6-1 Wee Fat Mac (GB), 9-1 Classy Al (GB), 14-1 Our Absent Friends (IRE), 28-1 World of Darcy (IRE)
DICKO THE LEGEND was better than ever when landing a big-field handicap at York a fortnight ago, and with this race actually a lesser band of handicap, his follow-up claims from 4lb higher appear to be bright. Ecclesiastical lurks on a dangerous mark so is feared most, ahead of Wee Fat Mac.
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Total prize fund £10000 One mile about six furlongs (13f abt 216yds) for four yrs old and upwards
THE CHAMPAGNE POMMERY CUVEE LOUISE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS
RACE STATS Race
Leading course trainer (19-24): J Goldie (38 wins from 341 runners, 11%) runs EPONA PAS
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Goldie (4 wins from 27 runners, 15%) runs EPONA PAS
Longest Traveller: SUGARPIEHONEYBUNCH trained by S G West, Middleham, 152 miles
1 PURPLE GOWN (IRE) (22) 5 9 9 (3)
Ch m Teofilo (IRE) - Saintly Hertfield (USA)
Owner: Molly and Paul Willis
Trainer: Adam Nicol, Seahouses
Breeder: J. S Bolger
Colours: DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE chevrons, DARK BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars and cap Form: 525-144 2 wins £9407
TIMEFORM VIEW Well prepared to make a winning return from a short break at Hamilton in June 12/1, fourth of 7 in handicap at Hamilton (11.1f, good to firm) 22 days ago Up in trip and she isn’t an easy ride Star Rating###!! Official BHA
2 RORY
THE CAT (IRE)
(30) 4 9 0 (7)
Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Obligada (IRE)
Owner: The Cool Cats
Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Breeder: S. J. Macdonald
Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE braces, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap, WHITE star Form: 523-366 4 wins £16177
TIMEFORM VIEW Wasn’t seen to best effect when sixth of 12 in handicap at Catterick (15.9f, good to soft, 11/2) 30 days ago, slowly away. Eased 2lb and he should be a factor at this level Star Rating####! Official BHA Rating 56 Paul Mulrennan
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CUBAN CIGAR (GB)
(7) 6 8 8 (2)
B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Semayyel (IRE)
Owner: Mr Gerry McGladery & Russell
Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Breeder: The Semayyel Partnership
Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW diamonds, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW diamond. Form: 56/0-435 5 wins £32738
TIMEFORM VIEW Fifteen runs since last win in 2021. Fifth of 6 in handicap at this course (13f, good to firm, 9/2) 7 days ago Last 2 hurdles wins at this venue but he seemingly needs everything to drop right on the level Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 50 (-2)
4
EPONA PAS (IRE) (27)
B g Gustav Klimt (IRE) - Dream Scenario
Owner: ASAP Racing
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Mr P. Morrison
4 8 6 (1)
Colours: DARK BLUE and YELLOW diamonds, halved sleeves, YELLOW cap Form: 0-03046
TIMEFORM VIEW 14/1, sixth of 9 in handicap at Hamilton (11.1f, good) 27 days ago though would have finished closer with a clear run at things Looks worth another go at this trip so he has to be taken very seriously. Star Rating##### Official BHA Rating 48
5
CRYSTAL GUARD (IRE) (21)
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Crystal Melody
Owner: Let’s Be Lucky Racing 33
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Breeder: Grangecon Stud
Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
6 8 5 (4)
Colours: BLACK, RED triple diamond, sleeves and diamond on cap Form: 031324 3 wins £10791
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Ayr in June Fourth of 7 in handicap (9/2) at Hamilton (13.1f, good to firm) 21 days ago, unable to land a telling blow. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 19/7/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed throughout. Star Rating####! Official BHA Rating 47 Tom Kiely-Marshall (7)
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BELLSLEA (IRE) (17)
B g Churchill (IRE) - Miss Anneliese (IRE)
Owner: Blue Circle Racing
Trainer: R. Mike Smith, Galston
Breeder: W. M. Johnstone
Sponsor: Dalcon Civil Engineering Ltd
5 8 4 (5)
Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE disc, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 665//-000
TIMEFORM VIEW 100/1, last of 8 in minor event at this course (12.5f, good to firm) 17 days ago Blinkered for first time Star Rating##!!! Official BHA Rating 44
Andrew Elliott
Ben Robinson
Joanna Mason
Amie Waugh (5)
7
SUGARPIEHONEYBUNCH (IRE) (30) 6 8 4 (6)
B m Fast Company (IRE) - Jeewana
Owner: Mr Paul Bryan
Trainer: Simon West, Middleham
Breeder: Deer Forest Stud
Colours: RED, YELLOW star, diabolo on sleeves and star on cap Form: 403260 2 wins £6804
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2023. 14/1, ninth of 12 in handicap at Catterick (15.9f, good to soft) 30 days ago Needs a good test at this trip Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 43 Aiden
2023 WINNER: TAFSIR (USA) 4 8 13 Paul Mulrennan 10-3 (Jim Goldie) 13 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Blinkers worn first time by No 6. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 5, 7.
EPONA PAS is a long-standing maiden but he caught the eye at Hamilton last time and looks well worth another go at this sort of trip With that in mind, he’s marginally preferred in favour of Rory The Cat and Crystal Guard.
Brookes (3)
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THE CHAMPAGNE POMMERY BRUT ROYAL GOLD CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £8258; Second £4130; Third £2064; Fourth £1032; Fifth £516. (Penalty Value £10468) SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (19-24): J Goldie (38 wins from 341 runners, 11%) runs ABDUCTION
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (7 wins from 48 runners, 15%) runs MEDIA SHOOTER
Weightwatcher: ON A SESSION won off a handicap mark of 89, his rating is now down 11lb to 78. Longest Traveller: MOREGINPLEASE trained by J Ryan, Newmarket, 350 miles
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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
Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE cross belts, check sleeves, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE spots Form: 003000 D 7 wins £46019
TIMEFORM VIEW 33/1, sixteenth of 20 in handicap at Newmarket (7f, good) 27 days ago Sights are now lowered and he’s 3lb below his last winning mark, so there are reasons to be optimistic about this 6-y-o’s prospects Star Rating##### Official BHA Rating 84
2 ON A SESSION (USA) (11)
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
8 9 10 (7)
Colours: WHITE, RED and WHITE check sleeves, RED cap Form: 052663 CD 5 wins £51748
TIMEFORM VIEW Eighteen runs since last win, which was over this C&D in April 2023. Creditable third of 8 in handicap (11/2) at Ayr (7.2f, good to firm) 11 days ago Likely to be on the premises Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 78 (-1)
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JUDGMENT CALL (GB)
Br g Pivotal - Madonna Dell’orto
Owner: Mr Paul Corrigan & Miss L A Perratt
Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Breeder: Rockwell Bloodstock
Sponsor: McGoldrick’s Pool & Sports Bar
(17) 6 9 9 (2)
Colours: WHITE, large BLACK spots, YELLOW and BLACK striped sleeves, RED and BLACK check cap Form: 04-2042 CD 4 wins £24969
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 4/1, good second of 10 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 17 days ago His turn is surely near judged on that evidence but more will be needed up 2lb in this higher-grade handicap Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 77
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GRESSINGTON
(IRE) (18) 3 9 8 (5)
Gr g Outstrip - Silver Games (IRE)
Owner: Mr David Kilburn & Mr Christopher Wright
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
Breeder: Stratford Place Stud
Sponsor: MKM Building Supplies Ltd, Stratford Place Stud
Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW diamond, diabolo on sleeves, PINK cap Form: 12-3561 D 2 wins £10185
TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 10-runner handicap (7/2) at Beverley (7.4f, good to firm) 18 days ago 3lb rise fair enough and he has to be taken seriously.
Star Rating####! Official BHA Rating 82
5
UGO GREGORY (GB) (18)
Gr g Gregorian (IRE) - Raajis (IRE)
Owner: Exors of the Late Mr F. Gillespie
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Breeder: Brook Stud Bloodstock Ltd
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
8 9 7 (8)
Colours: LIGHT GREEN and DARK GREEN diamonds Form: 64-0020 D 10 wins £43250
TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2023. 11 1/2 lengths ninth of 10 to Gressington in handicap at Beverley (7.4f, good to firm, 9/2) 18 days ago Others more persuasive STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 22/7/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Star Rating##!!! Official BHA Rating 75
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MEDIA SHOOTER (GB)
B g Advertise - Velvet Revolver (IRE)
Owner: Pompey ventures 1
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Breeder: Stratford Place Stud
Sponsor: Tote
(13) 3 9 6 (3)
Colours: BLACK, ROYAL BLUE and BLACK halved sleeves, DARK BLUE cap Form: 450460 3 wins £14032
TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 9 in handicap at Chester (6.1f, good, 12/1) 13 days ago
Likely to come up short once again, unless the addition of cheekpieces has an uplifting effect.
Star Rating##!!! Official BHA Rating 80
Paul Mulrennan
Marco Ghiani
Tommie
Jakes (5)
P. J. McDonald
Sean Kirrane
Sam James
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DAIN MA NUT IN (IRE) (45)
B g Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Jive Lady (IRE)
Owner: Lamont Racing
Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Breeder: Glenanore Stud
Sponsor: Lamont Racing, Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
3 9 1 (4)
Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE cross belts, MAROON and YELLOW striped sleeves, hooped cap Form: 45-533
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 7/4, creditable third of 6 in maiden at Beverley (8.4f, good to firm) 45 days ago Needs to raise his game now pitched into a handicap Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 75
8
MOREGINPLEASE (GB) (4)
B f Time Test - Twilight Sparkle (IRE)
Owner: Mr Gerry McGladery
Trainer: John Ryan, Newmarket
Breeder: Mr G McGladery
3 8 5 (1)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW diamonds, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW diamond. Form: 143200 1 win £2983
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Lingfield in May, her sole success from 24 starts. Below form seventh of 13 in handicap at Lingfield (6f, good to firm, 14/1) 4 days ago and she’s hard to warm to 9lb out of the handicap Star Rating#!!!! Official BHA Rating 56
2023 WINNER: JUDGMENT CALL 5 9 5 David Allan 7-2 (Linda Perratt) 10 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Mason
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 6. Blinkers worn by No 8. Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5. Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Gressington (IRE), 9-2 On A Session (USA), 5-1 Judgment Call (GB), 13-2 Abduction (FR), 15-2 Dain Ma Nut In (IRE),
Joanna
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Total prize fund £10000
One mile, four furlongs abt 104 yards (12f abt 104yds) for four yrs old and upwards
THE COPPER BLOSSOM LADIES DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SS
RACE STATS Race
Leading course trainer (19-24): J Goldie (38 wins from 341 runners, 11%) runs SPANISH HUSTLE
Weightwatcher: GLASSES UP won off a handicap mark of 65, his rating is now down 7lb to 58.
Longest Traveller: LINCOLN ROCKSTAR trained by I Furtado, Wiseton, 245 miles
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SIMPLE STAR (IRE) (44)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Simple Elegance (USA)
Owner: Mrs D. Monteith
Trainer: Dianne Sayer, Penrith
Breeder: Sunderland Holding INC
Sponsor: Tote
6 9 9 (2)
Colours: DARK BLUE, RED hoops, striped sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 12-2500 CD 5 wins £22705
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 4/1, won 8-runner handicap hurdle at Perth (16.2f, good to firm) 36 days ago, comfortably. Failed to fire on latest start in this sphere in June but now 2lb lower and will be a danger to all if able to translate recent hurdles form.
Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 73
2 SPANISH HUSTLE (GB)
B g Pearl Secret - Dos Lunas (IRE)
Owner: Let’s Be Lucky Racing 31
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Aspire Stallions & Bloodstock Ltd
(21) 6 9 7 (4)
Colours: BLACK, RED triple diamond, sleeves and diamond on cap Form: 445521 CD 6 wins £21280
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 4/1, career best when winning 6-runner handicap at Hamilton (12.1f, good to firm) 21 days ago 4lb rise fair enough and it would be no surprise to see him involved in the finish.
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Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 71 P. J. McDonald
LINCOLN ROCKSTAR (IRE)
B f Churchill (IRE) - Lincoln Rocks
Owner: G.P.S. Heart of Racing Ltd & partner
Trainer: Ivan Furtado, Wiseton
Breeder: GPS Heart of Racing (Bloodstock) Ltd
Sponsor: P C Coaches of Lincoln Ltd, P C Coaches of Lincoln Limited
(13) 4 9 6 (5)
Colours: MAROON, WHITE stars, ORANGE sleeves, MAROON cap, WHITE star Form: 151212 D 4 wins £15127
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 6 runs this year, the latest at Leicester in July. 4/1, good second of 7 in handicap at Chester (12.3f, good) 13 days ago Another bold show on the cards Star Rating##### Official BHA Rating 70
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FREDDY ROBINSON
B g Adaay (IRE) - Bling Bling (IRE)
Owner: Brian Ellison Racing Club
Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton
Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud and Mrs M. E. Slade
Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited
(GB) (16) 5 8 9 (3)
Colours: BLACK and WHITE diamonds Form: 00-4312 3 wins £20553
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Beverley in June 9/2, good second of 5 in handicap at Catterick (12.1f, good to firm) 16 days ago Major player off the same mark. Star Rating####! Official BHA Rating 59
5 GLASSES UP (USA) (18)
Ch g English Channel (USA) - Hurricane Hallie (USA)
Owner: The Jolly Beggars
Trainer: R. Mike Smith, Galston
Breeder: Calumet Farm
Sponsor: Fitzdares Limited
9 8 8 (1)
Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE cross belts, diamonds on sleeves Form: 0-36565 C 8 wins £56603
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Twelve runs since last win in 2023. 11/2, fifth of 7 in handicap at Ayr (13.1f, good to firm) 18 days ago, slowly away. Cheekpieces back on. Looks vulnerable Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 58
2023 WINNER: SIMPLE STAR (IRE) 5 9 6 Jason Hart 7-2 (Dianne Sayer) 8 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 5
Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Freddy Robinson (GB), 3-1 Lincoln Rockstar (IRE), 10-3 Spanish Hustle (GB), 9-2 Simple Star (IRE), 8-1 Glasses Up (USA)
Paul Mulrennan
Marco Ghiani
Billy Garritty
Joanna Mason
This looks trappy, with all five holding claims LINCOLN ROCKSTAR has done really for her new yard this year and, having lost little caste in defeat when second to another in-form 4-y-o at Chester recently, she gets the nod. Freddy Robinson backed up his Beverley success when failing by a whisker last time and he is feared most, although recent hurdles winner Simple Star and Spanish Hustle, who got back on the scoresheet at Hamilton three weeks ago, are also live candidates
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Stalls: Inside
Total prize fund £12000 About one mile one furlong (8f abt 208yds) for four yrs old and upwards
THE CHAMPAGNE POMMERY BRUT ROSE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £4955; Second £2478; Third £1238; Fourth £619; Fifth £310. (Penalty Value £6280.80) SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (19-24): J Goldie (38 wins from 341 runners, 11%) runs SHINE ON BRENDAN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Goldie (4 wins from 27 runners, 15%) runs SHINE ON BRENDAN
Weightwatcher: MR STRUTTER won off a handicap mark of 60, his rating is now down 9lb to 51.
Longest Travellers: CODE PURPLE & SMALLEYTIME trained by B Haslam, Middleham, 152 miles
MR JETMAN trained by G Tuer, Northallerton, 152 miles.
B g Society Rock (IRE) - Something Magic
Owner: Let’s Be Lucky Racing 29
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Colours: BLACK, RED triple diamond, sleeves and diamond on cap Form: 653462 CD BF 7 wins £25347
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Twelve runs since last win in 2023. 9/2, good second of 9 in handicap at Ayr (8f, good to firm) 11 days ago Has to be taken seriously eased further in
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JETMAN (IRE) (423) 4 9 9 (3)
B g Territories (IRE) - Silent Secret (IRE)
Owner: Mr Grant Tuer
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton
Breeder: Roland H. Alder
Sponsor: Herbs Unlimited
Colours: DARK GREEN, YELLOW braces, striped sleeves and striped cap Form: 432102- 1 win £3663
TIMEFORM VIEW Opened account at Redcar in May 2023 and back from a blip at Catterick when second of 7 in handicap at Wetherby (8f, good to firm). Off 14 months so well-being taken on trust. Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 60
3
CODE PURPLE
(GB) (25) 5 9 9 (4)
B g Ribchester (IRE) - Sugar Free (GER)
Owner: Daniel Shapiro & David Clifford
Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham
Breeder: Black Type Limited
Colours: PURPLE, WHITE disc, PURPLE sleeves, WHITE spots, hooped cap Form: 00-0013 C 4 wins £18086
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Latest win here in July and sound third of 7 in handicap (15/8) at Ayr (7.2f, good to firm) from revised mark 25 days ago Up in trip, which isn’t certain to suit. Star Rating####! Official BHA Rating 60
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SCARRIFF
(IRE) (37) 6 9 6 (5)
Ch m Dandy Man (IRE) - Maria Milena
Owner: Mr Gerry McGladery
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Breeder: Ms Valerie Madden
Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds
Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW diamonds, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW diamond. Form: 063132 C BF 1 win £3663
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained breakthrough win over 1m here in June Should probably have added to that when second of 7 in handicap (11/4) at this C&D (good) 37 days ago, worried out of it but she’s clearly in good order Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 57
5
SMALLEYTIME
(IRE) (49) 4 9 5 (7)
Ch g Tamayuz - Into The Lane (IRE)
Owner: MPS RACING & PARTNERS
Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham
Breeder: Ringfort Stud Ltd
Colours: LIGHT GREEN, WHITE stars on sleeves, LIGHT GREEN cap, WHITE star Form: 001305 2 wins £9824
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle in April 25/1, below form fifth of 14 in handicap at Redcar (7f, good to firm) 49 days ago Back up in trip Others more persuasive Star Rating##!!! Official BHA Rating 56
6
CONCERT BOY (IRE) (9)
B g Kodiac - Perfect Fun
Owner: Making Headway Racing and K Scott
Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels
Breeder: Mrs O. M. E. McKeever
Oliver Stammers
4 9 4 (2)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW epaulets, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, YELLOW cap Form: 030243 1 win £3873
TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty one runs since last win in 2023. Creditable third of 8 in handicap (10/1) at Redcar (8f, good to firm) 9 days ago, doing quite well given he was hampered. Star Rating
Joanna Mason
Paul Mulrennan
Sam James
7 BULLS AYE (IRE) (69)
Ch g Intello (GER) - Wo de Xin
Owner: Mr Gerry McGladery
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Breeder: Sunderland Holding Inc.
Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
6 9 4 (1)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW diamonds, WHITE sleeves and cap Form: 1-00000 CD 3 wins £10954
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 14/1, tailed-off last of 9 to Scarriff in handicap at this course (8f, good)
69 days ago, very slowly away. Regularly blows the start so comes with clear risks attached. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 1/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled. Star Rating##!!! Official BHA Rating 55
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MR STRUTTER (IRE) (20)
Ch g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Khajool (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Amanda Harrison
Trainer: David Thompson, Darlington
Breeder: Wardstown Stud Ltd
Sponsor: Cliff Harrison Developments Ltd
10 9 0 (6)
Colours: YELLOW, PURPLE chevron, chevrons on sleeves, YELLOW cap, PURPLE spots Form: 003305 C D 14 wins £43868
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. Respectable fifth of 11 in handicap (22/1) at Haydock (10.2f, good to firm) 20 days ago Merits consideration in a weaker band of handicap Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 51
9
PROPAGATION (IRE) (33)
B g Acclamation - Thakerah (IRE)
Owner: Mr Anthony White
Trainer: Dianne Sayer, Penrith
Breeder: Mrs E. Thompson
Sponsor: Octet Investments Ltd
6 8 9 (9)
Colours: GREEN, GOLD sash, hooped sleeves, quartered cap Form: 43-0606
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 25 Flat runs Sixth of 9 in handicap at Ayr (10f, good to firm, 6/1)
33 days ago Star Rating###!! Official BHA Rating 44
2023 WINNER: NON MOLLARE (IRE) 6 9 3 Jason Hart 10-1 (Daragh Bourke) 12 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Blinkers worn by No 1, 4, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5.
SHINE ON BRENDAN won twice from higher marks last summer and his latest runner-up effort at Ayr suggests he’s ready to cash in. Concert Boy was on the back foot early at Redcar last week but stuck to his task well so he’s still in form, with Code Purple a threat if seeing out this new trip
Mohammed Tabti (5)
Andrew Elliott
Amie
Waugh (5)
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First Race 2.20 - THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £10308 to the winning horse The second to receive £4834, the third £2418, the fourth £1208 and the fifth £604. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B F. eligible Enter by noon,August 3rd and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m.August 7th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, a winner of a race 5lb Of 2 races 8lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £5000 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 9 entries at £100. - Closed August 3rd, 2024.
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.50 - THE CELEBRATING LADIES DAY 20TH ANNIVERSARY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7851 to the winning horse The second to receive £3684, the third £1840, the fourth £921 and the fifth £459. for three 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). £50 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 7th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 27th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 16 entries at £50. - Closed August 3rd, 2024. SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.20 - THE CHAMPAGNE POMMERY CUVEE LOUISE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. 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). £50 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 7th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 27th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Pommery. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code 17 entries at £50. - Closed August 3rd, 2024.
SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.50 - THE CHAMPAGNE POMMERY BRUT ROYAL GOLD 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 7th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after July 27th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Pommery. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code 15 entries at £100.Closed August 3rd, 2024.
SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.20 - THE COPPER BLOSSOM LADIES DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. 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). £50 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 7th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 27th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Musselburgh Racecourse will present a prize to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 11 entries at £50. - Closed August 3rd, 2024.
SEE PAGE 48 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.50 - THE CHAMPAGNE POMMERY BRUT ROSE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6280 to the winning horse The second to receive £2947, the third £1472, the fourth £736 and the fifth £367. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 7th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 27th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Musselburgh Racecourse will present a prize to the winning owner, trainer and jockey of this race A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Pommery. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code 13 entries, 1 at £8 and 12 at £40. - Closed August 3rd, 2024.
