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T TODAY’S TURE RACE FEA
Today’s feature race is the Musselburgh Gold Cup at 6.22pm. There are nine runners set to contest this a race, with NOVELISTA having every chance for Charlie Johnston and the experienced Joe Fanning The three-year-old has been in fine form this season, winning on his last start at Goodwood The handicapper ar-old s has raised him 3lb but it may not be enough to stop this improver. PAPER DOLL made it back-to-back wins aised t im over. last time out over course and distance He’s a horse on the up but will need to step up again if he wants ast e w to remain competitive in a race of this nature MINSTREL KNIGHT has struggled this season but is now d be one to watch in the betting. running off a more suitable mark and could b
JOCKEYS H TO WATCH
In the absence of leading rider Same James, it looks a good op our second race of the day aboard Suddenly I the gap on his rival. His first of three rides comes in ra d a good attitude first time up and is open to plenty
d opportunity for JOE FANNING to narrow
See, for Charlie Johnston. The Juvenile showed firs d start. Novelista is his ride in our feature contest, while Wadcare of improvement on only his second off the day. CALLUM RODRIGUEZ has an excellent book of rides, with a mount in all but Maestro round UE bo one of our races today. Penn Avenue looks to have a good opportunity to get back to winning ways in our fourth race, while Beerwah could be a winner for Rodriguez in our last contest of the day. h winner Rodrigue
TRAINERS TO WATCH
JIM GOLDIE narrowly leads the way by two in the standings and brings a strong team here today He is double handed in The Scots Association Musselburgh Gold Cup Handicap, with Letsbefrank and Trojan Sun and has every chance of moving further clear of the chasing pack IAIN JARDINE sends four runners, who he will be hoping can close the gap on Jim Goldie and Charlie Johnston. Spirit Of The Wood returns to Musselburgh in our second race after finishing fifth last time out, while Kodigara and Woodshaw will take their chances in a pair of handicaps.
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RACE DESCRIPTIONS
5.18
THE DOVEND ELECTRICAL LTD APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES
4.45 THE BRITISH EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES
5.50
THE PETERHEAD
FISH MARKET HANDICAP STAKES
Our opener is a one mile handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 55 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.
This race is a seven furlong 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.
THE ROYAL REGIMENT OF SCOTLAND TROPHY 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 furlong race is for horses which have been rated from 0 to 70
This race is a one mile four our and a half furlong handicap race for three-year-olds which have been rated from 46 to 60 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
6.22 THE SCOTS ASSOCIATION MUSSELBURGH GOLD CUP HANDICAP STAKES
This is a two mile handicap race for three-year-olds only 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
6.52
THE LOTHIAN SUPPLY COMPANY HANDICAP STAKES
This is a seven furlong handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 56 to 75. 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.
7.22
THE JEWSON EDINBURGH CRAIGENTINNY HANDICAP STAKES
To round out today’s action, we have five furlong handicap race for three-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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DONCASTER 3.40
THE BETFRED ST LEGER STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 1)
for three yrs old colts and fillies Total prize fund £700000 Owners Prize Money 1st £311920, 2nd £128030, 3rd £64050, 4th £31990, 5th £16030, 6th £7980. (Penalty Value £396970)
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a smart prospect when making a successful debut in Leopardstown maiden in April. Only just edged out fast tracked to Listed company in LingfieldDerbyTrialandfaredbestoftheO’BrienquartetintheGreatVoltigeuratYork,albeitwellpositioned.Likelytostay13/4mandretainspotential. TFR BHA110
7 TARRIANCE (GB) (21) 31211
9-3 (5)
Br B c Frankel - Visit Colin Keane J
O Juddmonte
Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Juddmonte Farms Inc S
TIMEFORMVIEW Fine pedigree and has done nothing but progress in his first season, digging deep to make it 3 wins from 5 starts in the Melrose Handicap at York (13.8f) 3 weeks ago. This requires another sizeable jump in form terms, however TFR BHA101
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: JAN BRUEGHEL (IRE) 3 9 3 Sean Levey 11-4 (Aidan O’Brien) 7 ran Blinkers worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.
Aidan O’Brien holds a very strong hand in his bid to land a third successive Leger with LAMBOURN and Scandinavia both leading contenders on form. There’s little to separate them in truth, with the former earning the narrow vote given he£ s expected to bounce back to something like his Derby form, having looked and shaped as if better for the outing in the Great Voltigeur at York last time. Carmers shouldn’t be at all underestimated however especially as a return to this trip could unlock more.
Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) A SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): D O’Meara (13 wins from 97 runners, 13%) runs SPRING FESTIVAL
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D O’Meara (3 wins from 46 runners, 7%) runs SPRING FESTIVAL
Weightwatcher: GOLDEN VALOUR won off a handicap mark of 55, his rating is now down 6lb to 49.
Longest Traveller: SPRING FESTIVAL trained by D O’Meara, Upper Helmsley, 171 miles
1 WITHOUT DELAY (IRE) (18)
Ch m Decorated Knight - Apace (IRE)
Owner: Mr W. J. Laws
Trainer: Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor
Breeder: Irish National Stud
Sponsor: Houghton Bunkhouse
9 9 (7)
Colours: BROWN and ORANGE (quartered), ORANGE sleeves, BROWN armlets, ORANGE cap Form: 021506 CD 5 wins £18102
TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time C&D winner Latest win at Catterick in July. 7/1, sixth of 9 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 18 days ago, failing to keep straight under pressure Now down to her last winning mark so folly to ignore Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 54
2 SHAHNAZ
(IRE) (40)
B m Decorated Knight - Fol O’Yasmine
Owner: Maximum Racing and D McCready
Trainer: Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie
Breeder: Tinnakill Bloodstock
Sponsor: Solway Escapes
6 9 8 (8)
Colours: BLACK and ORANGE stripes, BLACK sleeves, ORANGE armlets Form: 0-64465 D 5 wins £18297
TIMEFORM VIEW Followed a below-par effort with an even worse one when last of 5 in handicap at Carlisle (9f, good to soft, 2/1) 40 days ago Must bounce back. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 4/8/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 53
3
SCARRIFF (IRE) (18)
Ch m Dandy Man (IRE) - Maria Milena
Owner: Mr Gerry McGladery
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Breeder: Ms Valerie Madden
Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds
7 9 7 (2)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW diamonds, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW diamond. Form: 461260 CD 2 wins £7327
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win here in July. Again below form when eighth of 9 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 7/1) 18 days ago Visor back on. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 52
4
ZEBRA
STAR (IRE) (18) 5 9 7 (1)
Gr m Gregorian (IRE) - Queen Zain (IRE)
Owner: loudoun zebras
Trainer: R. Mike Smith, Galston
Breeder: Rathasker Stud
Colours: PURPLE, PINK star, striped sleeves and stars on cap Form: 613043 3 wins £11863
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Ayr in July. Again ran respectably back down in trip despite sweating up when third of 9 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 5/1) 18 days ago Each-way claims Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 52
5
MARTIN’S BRIG (IRE)
B g Equiano (FR) - Weeza (IRE)
Owner: Mr J. A. Moore
Trainer: David Thompson, Darlington Breeder: Mr Peter Harper
(17) 8 9 4 (3)
Colours: EMERALD GREEN and YELLOW (quartered), YELLOW sleeves, EMERALD GREEN armlets and cap Form: 100352 D 7 wins £28126
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Wetherby in April 11/1, returned to form under a more patient ride back on turf when second of 14 in minor event at Catterick (7f, good to firm) 17 days ago Needs to build on that here but can.
6
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 49 Rhys Elliott
GOLDEN VALOUR (GB) (26)
B g Kingman - Gracefield (USA)
Owner: West Loudoun Racing Club
Trainer: R. Mike Smith, Galston
Breeder: Godolphin
9 9 4
(10)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW chevrons, DARK BLUE sleeves, YELLOW cap Form: 034440 C D 4 wins £19716
TIMEFORM VIEW Unreliable individual Course winner 10/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at Ayr (8f, good to firm) 26 days ago Easy enough to look elsewhere Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 49
William Pyle
Jack Nicholls (3)
Alfie Redman (7)
Andrew Breslin
(3)
Kaiya Fraser
7
SPRING FESTIVAL
B g Territories (IRE) - Kammaan
Owner: The LAM Partnership
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Breeder: Pinnacle Bloodstock Ltd
Sponsor: Pinnacle Bloodstock Ltd
(GB) (15) 4 9 3 (6)
Colours: PINK, BLACK armlets, BLACK cap Form: 035020
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 16 Flat runs 20/1, didn’t get home when eighth of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f) 2 weeks ago Back down in trip Visor back on.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 48
8
SASSOON
(GB) (12) 9 9 2 (5)
Ch g Poet’s Voice - Seradim
Owner: Mr David W. Thompson
Trainer: David Thompson, Darlington Breeder: Deepwood Farm Stud
Colours: ORANGE, BLACK star, BLACK sleeves, ORANGE armlets, ORANGE cap, BLACK star Form: 610/00-6 D 4 wins £12736
TIMEFORM VIEW Again showed little on first outing since leaving Ben Haslam after another 11 months off when sixth of 8 in handicap (66/1) at Carlisle (7.8f, good) 12 days ago Looks an easy swerve Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 47
9 ON THE BUBBLE (GB) (18) 4 9 2 (4)
B f Land Force (IRE) - O Fourlunda
Owner: Nathan Mill & Gary Rutherford
Trainer: Gary Rutherford, Jedburgh Breeder: Mickley Stud
Colours: GREY, LIGHT BLUE chevrons on sleeves Form: 503302 D 2 wins £8643
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran her best race of the season albeit with the benefit of an easy lead when second of 9 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 11/1) 18 days ago Can go one better here Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 47
10 YELLOW
LEMONS
(FR) (19) 4 9 0 (11)
B f Siyouni (FR) - Lady Baker (USA)
Owner: Summerstorm Bloodstock Ltd
Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels
Breeder: S.A.S Haras Voltaire
Sponsor: Chris’s House
Colours: WHITE, DARK GREEN hoops, WHITE sleeves, DARK GREEN spots, DARK GREEN cap Form: 0-60600
TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on for 1st time, well-beaten eighth of 10 in minor event at Ripon (9.8f, good to firm, 40/1) 19 days ago Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 45
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2023 and is struggling for form at present. Best watched. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 41 Aiden
2024 WINNER: WITHOUT DELAY (IRE) 5 9 8 William Pyle 9-4 (Tracy Waggott) 8 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11
Blinkers worn by No 5. Visor worn by No 3, 9. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2, 10, 11. Probable S.P’s: 3-1 On The Bubble (GB), 7-2 Martin’s Brig (IRE), 5-1 Zebra Star (IRE), 17-2 Without Delay (IRE), 14-1 Spring Festival (GB), 16-1 Golden Valour (GB), 20-1 Shahnaz (IRE), Scarriff (IRE), 33-1 Yellow Lemons (FR), 50-1 Royal Countess (GB), 100-1 Sassoon (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
ON THE BUBBLE ran a cracker when runner-up over C&D last month so Gary Rutherford’s 4-y-o gets the nod to double her tally at the expense of Martin’s Brig, who also found one too strong last time and now returns to handicap company. Zebra Star and long-standing maiden Spring Festival can do battle for minor honours
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ON THE BUBBLE 2.MARTIN’S BRIG (IRE) 3.ZEBRA STAR (IRE)
RESULT
Oisin McSweeney
Alex Jary
Jake Dickson (7)
Amie Waugh
Brookes
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Race 2 4.45PM
Stalls: Stands Side
Total prize fund £8000 Seven Furlongs ( 7f 15yds ) for maiden two yrs old THE BRITISH 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 (20-25): I Jardine (31 wins from 279 runners, 11%) runs SPIRIT OF THE WOOD
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (11 wins from 82 runners, 13%) runs LYRICAL SONG
Longest Traveller: HAKIN ADRAAR trained by A Haynes, Newmarket, 350 miles
1
BREEZE STAR (IRE) (36)
B g Supremacy (IRE) - Dana Forever (IRE)
Owner: Breeze Online Competitions Ltd
Trainer: Noel Wilson, Leyburn
Breeder: Awbeg Stud
Sponsor: Breeze Online Competitions Ltd
9 7 (8)
Colours: ORANGE, DARK GREEN star, ORANGE sleeves, DARK GREEN stars and cap Form: 55
TIMEFORM VIEW Supremacy gelding. Fifth of 6 in novice (66/1) at this course (5f, good to firm) 36 days ago Significantly up in trip Plenty to find on form.
2
LYRICAL SONG (GB)
(52)
B c Lope Y Fernandez (IRE) - Royal Rascal
Owner: Mr & Mrs N Wrigley
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Breeder: Mr & Mrs N. Wrigley
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
9 7 (9)
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, RED hoops, quartered cap Form: 563
TIMEFORM VIEW Lope Y Fernandez colt. Showed a bit more when third of 10 in maiden at Catterick (7f, good) 52 days ago Frame claims Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 70
3
SUDDENLY I SEE (IRE) (17)
B c Ribchester (IRE) - Suddenly (GER)
Owner: Barbara & Alick Richmond
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Breeder: Kildaragh Stud
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
9 7 (11)
Colours: PINK, RED disc, quartered cap Form: 3
TIMEFORM VIEW Ribchester colt. Brother to smart winner up to 6f Flaming Rib 15/2, promise amidst inexperience when third of 8 in maiden at this C&D (good to firm) on debut 17 days ago, not knocked about. Has good chance Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -
4
SUPREME CLARETS
(IRE) (17) 9 7 (7)
Ch c Supremacy (IRE) - Ms Sasha Malia (IRE)
Owner: Mr A Tattersall & Partner
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Breeder: Miss Eileen Farrelly
Sponsor: Tote
Colours: MAROON and LIGHT BLUE diabolo, halved sleeves, MAROON cap Form: 634 BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Supremacy colt. Fourth of 8 in maiden at this C&D (good to firm, 7/4) 17 days ago, slowly away. Merits consideration. Engaged 5.10 Salisbury Friday. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 71
5
VINCENT GAMBINI (GB) (38)
B c Havana Grey - My Law
Owner: Vincent Gambini Partners
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Breeder: Katrina Yarrow
9 7 (2)
Colours: RED, BLACK seams, diabolo on sleeves, RED cap Form: 04
TIMEFORM VIEW Havana Grey colt. Shaped better than debut when fourth of 8 in maiden at Pontefract (6f, good) 38 days ago Not fully discounted. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
6
WELBURY (GB) (94) 9 7 (5)
Gr g Ardad (IRE) - Loch Ma Naire (IRE)
Owner: J. Carrick&Clarendon Thoroughbred Racing
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
Breeder: Rosomi
Sponsor: Clarendon Thoroughbred Racing
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW stars, YELLOW and EMERALD GREEN chevrons on sleeves, YELLOW cap, EMERALD GREEN star Form: 3
TIMEFORM VIEW Learning on the job but showed lots to work on when third of 6 in maiden at Hamilton (6f, good to firm, 5/1) on debut. Off 94 days/gelded. Should improve Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingCallum Rodriguez
Hardie
Sean Kirrane
Joe Fanning
Ethan Tindall (7)
Oisin McSweeney
7
HAKIN ADRAAR
(GB) (23) (2lb) 9 5 (4)
B c Ardad (IRE) - Lady Lynetta (IRE)
Owner: Mr Khalifa Dasmal
Trainer: Alice Haynes, Newmarket
Breeder: K. A. Dasmal
Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited
Colours: PINK, EMERALD GREEN epaulets and armlets, hooped cap Form: 34
TIMEFORM VIEW Ardad colt. 9/1, fourth of 9 in maiden at Chelmsford City (7f) 23 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Likely to be of more interest in nurseries once qualified. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Connor Beasley
8
PANTHERE NOIR
(GB) (18) (2lb) 9 5 (6)
B c Mohaather - Billie Beane
Owner: Lamont Racing
Trainer: Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross
Breeder: Susan Scargill
Sponsor: Lamont Racing, Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE cross belts, MAROON and YELLOW striped sleeves, hooped cap Form: 6443
TIMEFORM VIEW Mohaather colt. Progressing gradually at a modest level, showing a bit more when third of 7 in nursery at this course (8f, good to firm) 18 days ago Cheekpieces on 1st time Others appeal as likelier winners Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 63
9
SPIRIT OF THE WOOD (IRE) (17) (2lb)
B c Wooded (IRE) - Alanannda (IRE)
Owner: Iain Jardine Racing Club
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Breeder: Tommy Frisby
Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
9 5 (3)
Colours: GREY, PINK and GREY halved sleeves, PINK cap Form: 35
TIMEFORM VIEW Wooded colt. Promising third at C&D on debut but below that level when fifth of 8 in another maiden here 17 days ago Player if able to get back on track. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Andrew
10
KIPEPEO (GB) (20)
(2lb)
B f Time Test - Melody of Love
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 45 & Partner
Trainer: Ivan Furtado, Wiseton
Breeder: Melody Of Love Partnership
9 0 (10)
Colours: WHITE, BLACK seams, WHITE sleeves, BLACK stars, WHITE cap, BLACK star Form: 4
TIMEFORM VIEW Time Test filly. 33/1, found wanting for know-how off the bridle but showed some ability when fourth of 13 in maiden at Beverley (7.4f, good to firm) on debut 20 days ago Likely to improve STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 24/8/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
11 SASHAY AWAY (GB)
B f Aclaim (IRE) - Warsash (IRE)
Owner: Dala Stud Ltd
Trainer: David Loughnane, Tern Hill
Breeder: Miss Carla M Bowers
Sponsor: Dave Loughnane Racing
(53) (2lb)
9 0 (1)
Colours: DARK GREEN, BEIGE chevron, hooped sleeves Form: 5
TIMEFORM VIEW Aclaim filly. 12/1, fifth of 11 in maiden at Wolverhampton (7.2f) on debut 53 days ago, considerately handled having been shuffled back. Should progress Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
2024 WINNER:
ANTONIN DVORAK (IRE) 2 9 5 Shane Gray 11-8 (K R Burke) 7 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 8. Running for the first time since Gelding No 6. Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Suddenly I See (IRE), 6-1 Supreme Clarets (IRE), 13-2 Welbury (GB), 10-1 Hakin Adraar (GB), 11-1 Lyrical Song (GB), Spirit of The Wood (IRE), 12-1 Kipepeo (GB), Sashay Away (GB), 16-1 Vincent Gambini (GB), Panthere Noir (GB), 100-1 Breeze Star (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
Hard to find a real stand-out in this field, but SUDDENLY I SEE is related to an above-average sort and showed ability himself on debut at this C&D, so gets the verdict. The fillies Kipepeo and Sashay Away also showed plenty to work on amidst inexperience on debut and appeal as potential improvers
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SUDDENLY I SEE (IRE) 2.KIPEPEO 3.SASHAY AWAY
Jack Nicholls (5)
Mullen
Andrew Breslin (3)
William Pyle (3)
BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
IT’S WHO WE ARE
Race 3 5.18PM
Stalls: Stands Side Start
Total prize fund £8000 Five furlongs (5f abt 1yd) for two yrs old
THE ROYAL REGIMENT OF SCOTLAND TROPHY NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): I Jardine (31 wins from 279 runners, 11%) runs KODIGARA
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (11 wins from 82 runners, 13%) runs U TURN
Longest Traveller: ROTOKURA BELLE trained by I Furtado, Wiseton, 245 miles
1 U TURN (GB) (7)
B c Land Force (IRE) - Poppy Pivot (IRE)
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 4 & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Breeder: Bearstone Stud Limited
Sponsor: Nick Bradley Racing 4 & Partner
9 10 (3)
Colours: WHITE, BLACK seams, WHITE sleeves, BLACK stars, WHITE cap, BLACK star Form: 254102 D 1 wins £4050
TIMEFORM VIEW Beverley maiden winner in July and left behind a lesser effort when second of 11 in nursery at Thirsk (5f, good to soft, 12/1) a week ago, ridden more patiently than usual Respected back down in grade
2 ARDUIS INVICTA (IRE) (21)
B f Invincible Army (IRE) - First Link (USA)
Owner: Hopyard Farm Racing
Trainer: Craig Lidster, Malton
Breeder: Stuart McPhee Bloodstock
Sponsor: Rainworth Group
9 9 (7)
Colours: RED, YELLOW seams, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW stars, RED cap, YELLOW stars Form: 524510 D 1 wins £4050
TIMEFORM VIEW Won maiden at Beverley in August and not discredited when eighth of 20 in sales race at Newmarket (6f, good to firm, 16/1) 3 weeks ago, second home in group More needed back in a nursery. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 70
3
STRAIGHT AHEAD (GB) (18)
B c Dream Ahead (USA) - Mahale
Owner: Mr Peter Onslow
Trainer: Craig Lidster, Malton
Breeder: Peter Onslow
9 8 (2)
Colours: BLACK, WHITE disc, quartered cap Form: 66522
TIMEFORM VIEW Has got back on track switched to nurseries last 2 starts, finding only an improver too strong when second in 7-runner event at Ripon (5f, good to firm, 10/3) 18 days ago Can give another good account. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 69
4
BRIMFULOFATTITUDE (IRE)
B f Soldier’s Call - Brimful (IRE)
Owner: Richard Fahey Ebor Racing Club Ltd
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Breeder: Thomas Shirley
(15) 9 7 (1)
Colours: BLACK, ORANGE stars, ORANGE and BLACK striped cap Form: 3315 D 1 wins £4050
TIMEFORM VIEW Took another step forward when winning maiden at Beverley in August. However, raced too freely when last of 5 in nursery at Newcastle (6f, 8/1) 15 days ago Bounce back called for returned to this shorter trip STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 29/8/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 68
5
KODIGARA (IRE) (27)
B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Rayagara (IRE)
Owner: Mr Ian Jones
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Breeder: Rathbarry Stud
Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
9 6 (5)
Colours: DARK GREEN, WHITE stars, LIGHT GREEN and DARK GREEN check sleeves, DARK GREEN cap, WHITE star Form: 42530
TIMEFORM VIEW Third in seller at this C&D in June After 11 weeks off, possibly needed the run when seventh of 8 in nursery at Southwell (6.1f, 11/2) 27 days ago, but improvement needed back down in trip with blinkers added. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 67
6
BLAZING (GB) (43)
B c Mayson - Adornment
Owner: Future Champions Racing Syndicate
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
Breeder: Sally Nicholls
Sponsor: My Future Champion
9 5 (8)
Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE disc, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, WHITE spots and cap Form: 426
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved from debut when second in a Chester novice in July. Failed to repeat that effort when sixth of 13 in another novice at Newcastle (6f, 5/1) 43 days ago, but he’s one to note dropped in trip for handicap bow. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 66
Sean Kirrane
William Pyle (3)
Connor Beasley
Ethan Tindall (7)
Andrew Mullen
Callum Rodriguez
7
ROTOKURA BELLE (GB) (18)
B f Cable Bay (IRE) - Belle Dormant (IRE)
Owner: Miss D. Francis
Trainer: Ivan Furtado, Wiseton
Breeder: Oakshott Bloodstock
9 5 (6)
Colours: RED, WHITE cross belts, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE armlets, WHITE cap, RED star Form: 05343 0 wins £0
TIMEFORM VIEW Making nursery debut, produced best effort so far when third of 7 at Ripon (5f, good to firm, 5/1)
18 days ago, clear of rest. Task is now to build on that with cheekpieces on 1st time Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 66
8
DAVORGE NATION (IRE) (9)
Ch g Sioux Nation (USA) - Blue Umbrella (IRE)
Owner: Miss Tracey Mann & Mr John Pinckney
Trainer: Declan Carroll, Malton
Breeder: T. Boylan
Sponsor: Tote
9 4 (4)
Colours: WHITE, RED hoop, hooped sleeves, RED cap Form: 656013 CD 1 wins £3663
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark when getting the better of Havin A Flyer over C&D in August. Backed that up when third of 14 in nursery at Southwell (6.1f, 4/1) 9 days ago, though shaped as if a drop back to 5f will suit. Interesting with blinkers back on.
9
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 65
HAVIN A FLYER (GB) (7)
B f Havana Grey - Nantosuelta (IRE)
Owner: JPR Investments
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds
9 3 (9)
Colours: DARK BLUE, BEIGE stripe and armlets, hooped cap Form: 63426
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed further when runner-up on nursery debut at this C&D in August, before failing to give her running when sixth of 8 in novice at Wolverhampton (5.1f, 7/1) a week ago No surprise to see her bounce back here
Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 64
2024 WINNER: LADY ROXBY 2 9 9 David Nolan 6-4 (Bryan Smart) 6 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Blinkers worn first time by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 7. Blinkers worn by No 8. Probable S.P’s: 7-2 U Turn (GB), 9-2 Blazing (GB), 11-2 Straight Ahead (GB), 13-2 Davorge Nation (IRE), 10-1 Rotokura Belle (GB), Havin A Flyer (GB), 14-1 Kodigara (IRE), 16-1 Arduis Invicta (IRE), Brimfulofattitude (IRE)
Runner-up at this C&D on penultimate start, HAVIN A FLYER could be worth forgiving a lesser effort on all-weather debut last time now returned to this venue With a high draw to help, she is taken to resume her progress to get off the mark, though U Turn isn’t taken lightly back down in grade, with Davorge Nation also considered.
Jordan Nason (3)
Oisin McSweeney
Kaiya Fraser
2026 SENSATIONAL Racedays
SCOTTISH CHELTENHAM TRIALS
SATURDAY
Once
Race 4 5.50PM
Total prize fund £7000
Stalls: Inside
One mile, four furlongs abt 104 yards (12f abt 104yds) for three yrs old
THE PETERHEAD FISH MARKET 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 (20-25): I Jardine (31 wins from 279 runners, 11%) runs WOODSHAW
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (11 wins from 82 runners, 13%) runs BEBSIDE
Longest Traveller: PENN AVENUE trained by D & C Kubler, Lambourn, 372 miles
1 WOODSHAW (IRE) (2)
B g Wootton Bassett - Just Gorgeous (IRE)
Owner: Jardine Roofing Ltd
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Breeder: Gsa Bloodstock Pty Ltd
Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
9 9 (3)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE and ORANGE stripes, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, ORANGE armlets Form: 4000 0 wins £0
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 28/1 and blinkered for 1st time, eighth of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (16.2f) 2 days ago Down in trip and he’s readily passed over Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 60
2 PENN AVENUE (GB) (15)
B f Mohaather - Victory Garden
Owner: Sarsen Racing & Partner
Trainer: Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn
Breeder: Genesis Green Stud Ltd
Sponsor: Tote
9 8 (2)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, GREY seams, sleeves and cap Form: 253123 BF 1 wins £3454
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Lingfield in July. 6/4, creditable third of 8 in handicap at Ffos Las (10f, soft) 15 days ago Back up in trip and looks sure to play a leading role Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 59
3
SIDNEY STRATTON (IRE) (24)
B g King of Change - Rasan
Owner: Peter Davies & Sons Limited
Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham
Breeder: Rasan Syndicate
9 8 (6)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT BLUE seams, chevrons on sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap Form: 00-425 BF
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Fifth of 6 in handicap at Carlisle (11.2f, good to firm, 7/4) 24 days ago
Claims judged on the form of his penultimate start when runner-up at the same course STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 20/8/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 59
4
FALAISE BLANC (FR) (15)
B g Whitecliffsofdover (USA) - Shadow of The Day (FR)
Owner: Katie Scott Racing Syndicate
Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels
Breeder: SAS Regnier & San Gabriel Inv Inc
Sponsor: Katie Scott Racing Syndicate
8 11 (5)
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, RED star, WHITE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE cap, RED star Form: 603031 1 wins £3245
TIMEFORM VIEW 11/1, career best when winning 9-runner handicap at Newcastle (10.2f) 15 days ago 2lb nudge fair enough and should give a good account, provided his stamina holds out now upped in trip Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 48
5
BEBSIDE (GB) (19)
Ch g Iffraaj - Muritz
Owner: Racing Knights & Ptnr
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Breeder: Glebe Farm Stud
Sponsor: Mdb Engineering Ltd
8 11 (4)
Colours: YELLOW, RED braces, diabolo on sleeves, RED cap Form: 060040
TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 10 in minor event (9/1) at Ripon (9.8f, good to firm) 19 days ago and he will need to raise his game now faced with a stiffer test. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 48
6
HIMSELF (IRE) (17)
B g Coulsty (IRE) - Cocohulababy (IRE)
Owner: Mrs J. Porter
Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond
Breeder: Liam Queally
Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd
8 10 (1)
Colours: MAUVE, PURPLE stars, armlets and stars on cap Form: 540640
TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 8 in handicap at Catterick (13.9f, good to firm, 25/1) 17 days ago and hopes now pinned on the first-time cheekpieces working the oracle Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 47
Andrew Mullen
Callum Rodriguez
Aiden Brookes (3)
Greg Fairley
Sean Kirrane
Cam Hardie
2024 WINNER: MOLTEN SEA 3 9 11 Callum Rodriguez 7-4 (William Haggas) 7 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 6. Blinkers worn by No 1, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5. Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Penn Avenue (GB), 11-4 Falaise Blanc (FR), 4-1 Sidney Stratton (IRE), 14-1 Bebside (GB), 28-1 Himself (IRE), 40-1 Woodshaw (IRE)
The vote goes to the filly PENN AVENUE, who has done very little wrong since switched to handicaps and she shaped as though the return to this trip was very much in order when a close third over 1 1/4m at Ffos Las recently. Falaise Blanc was successful at Newcastle a couple of weeks ago and he is preferred to Sidney Stratton for forecast purposes
5 6.22PM
Stalls: Stands Side
Total prize fund £20000 Two miles about two furlongs (2m 2f abt 28yds) for three yrs old and upwards THE SCOTS
ASSOCIATION MUSSELBURGH GOLD CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS RACE)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £8126; Second £4064; Third £2032; Fourth £1016; Fifth £508; Sixth £254. (Penalty Value £10308) SS
RACE STATS Race
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Goldie (51 wins from 376 runners, 14%) runs LETSBEFRANK and TROJAN SUN
Weightwatcher: LETSBEFRANK won off a handicap mark of 76, his rating is now down 7lb to 69.
Longest Traveller: DREAMS ADOZEN trained by J Owen, Newmarket, 350 miles
1 MAGHLAAK
(GB) (24)
B g Muhaarar - Ghanaati (USA)
Owner: Jimmy Fyffe & Mrs Breda Keatley
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
6 10 3 (4)
Colours: BLACK and PINK diabolo, BLACK sleeves, PINK cap, BLACK star Form: 420506 5 wins £43635
TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2024. Creditable sixth of 13 in handicap (50/1) at York (16.2f, good) 24 days ago Definite chance off this mark if he puts his best foot forward. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 86
2
MINSTREL KNIGHT (GB) (70)
B g Advertise - True To Love (IRE)
Owner: Gaelic Bloodstock
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
Breeder: AN Bloodstock Ltd
Sponsor: Tote
4 10 2 (2)
Colours: DARK GREEN, WHITE stripe, sleeves and diamond on cap Form: 3110-40 3 wins £68612
TIMEFORM VIEW 14/1, thirteenth of 14 in handicap at Haydock (11.8f, good) 70 days ago Significantly up in trip and he’s likely to find a few too good here, too Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 85
Colours: MAROON, DARK BLUE hoops and armlets Form: 621311 CD 3 wins £20150
TIMEFORM VIEW 4/1, career best when winning 8-runner handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 17 days ago by 1 1/4 lengths from Simple Star 3lb rise by no means harsh and another bold show is on the cards Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 77
4
SIMPLE STAR (IRE)
(17) 7 9 6 (9)
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: 0-04512 C 7 wins £33220
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner in August. Good 1 1/4 lengths second of 8 to Paper Doll in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 6/1) 17 days ago, slowly away. Enters calculations Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 75
5
NOVELISTA (IRE) (11)
Ch c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Asyad (IRE)
Owner: Kingsley Park 39 - Gold
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Breeder: Al Shaqab Racing
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
3 9 5 (5)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT GREEN epaulets Form: 622401 1 wins £12885
TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 6-runner handicap (13/8) at Goodwood (16f, heavy) 11 days ago, suited by increase in trip 3lb rise fair enough and likely to give it a good shot. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 85 Joe Fanning
6
DREAMS ADOZEN (FR) (16)
B m Kingman - Ferevia (IRE)
Owner: Deva Racing (KM)
Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket
Breeder: S.A.R.L. Al Shahania Stud France
Sponsor: Deva Racing Group
5 9 2 (1)
Colours: DARK BLUE, RED disc, diabolo on sleeves, quartered cap Form: 443500 5 wins £26712
TIMEFORM VIEW First run since leaving Charlie Johnston when last of 9 in handicap (12/1) at Southwell (16.5f) 16 days ago
Blinkers back on and she’s one to keep an eye on in the betting.
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 71
Oisin McSweeney
Callum Rodriguez
David Nolan
Connor Beasley
Cam Hardie
7
LETSBEFRANK (IRE) (34)
B g Frankel - Miss Polaris
Owner: J S Morrison & Ms Carol Morrison
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Newtown Anner Stud Sponsor: Tote
5 9 0 (7)
Colours: LIGHT BLUE and YELLOW check, RED sleeves and cap Form: 400045 3 wins £36181
TIMEFORM VIEW 5/1, last of 5 in handicap at Haydock (16.2f, good to firm) 34 days ago and he looks vulnerable once more Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 69
8
PERSEUS WAY (IRE) (10)
Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Bint Almatar (USA)
Owner: Mr S. Coltherd
Trainer: Stuart Coltherd, Selkirk
Breeder: Godolphin Sponsor: Bell Rural Solutions
6 8 11 (3)
Colours: RED, large EMERALD GREEN spots, GREY sleeves, RED spots, EMERALD GREEN and RED quartered cap Form: 3/-00041 5 wins £31241
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved on recent efforts to win 14-runner handicap at Hamilton (13.1f, good to soft, 8/1) 10 days ago Wouldn’t be an obvious type to follow-up on balance, but remains on an attractive mark up 3lb and he’s dangerous to discount. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 65
9
TROJAN SUN (GB) (10)
B g Sun Central (IRE) - Morena Park
Owner: Mrs Michele Craig & Jim Goldie
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Elusive Bloodstock
Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing
5 8 11 (8)
Colours: PINK, ROYAL BLUE chevrons and armlets Form: 601455 CD BF 3 wins £18842
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 5/1, good 3/4-length fifth of 14 to Perseus Way in handicap at Hamilton (13.1f, good to soft) 10 days ago, suited by way race developed. Significantly back up in trip and minor place money for this 5-y-o is the most likely scenario Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 63
2024 WINNER: BRINGBACKMEMORIES (FR) 5 9 11 Mohammed Tabti 11-1 (Iain Jardine) 8 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Blinkers worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 9. Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Paper Doll (IRE), 4-1 Novelista (IRE), 11-2 Simple Star (IRE), 6-1 Perseus Way (IRE), 12-1 Maghlaak (GB), 14-1 Letsbefrank (IRE), Trojan Sun (GB), 16-1 Dreams Adozen (FR), 22-1 Minstrel Knight (GB)
A winner of three of her last four starts, PAPER DOLL is clearly in good nick and she looks capable of going in again following a 3lb rise for her recent C&D success It was a case of job done for Novelista at Goodwood where he opened his account at the ninth attempt 11 days ago and the Lope de Vega colt is feared most. Simple Star, who was second to Paper Doll over C&D last time, and Hamilton scorer Perseus Way also command respect.
Amie Waugh (3)
Andrew Mullen
Kaiya Fraser
Stalls: Stands Side
Total prize fund £10000 Seven furlongs ( 7f 15yds ) for three yrs old and upwards
THE LOTHIAN SUPPLY COMPANY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Goldie (51 wins from 376 runners, 14%) runs JANNAS JOURNEY and ROCK MELODY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (11 wins from 82 runners, 13%) runs VINCE LE PRINCE
Weightwatcher: JUDGMENT CALL won off a handicap mark of 74, his rating is now down 6lb to 68. Longest Travellers: ZIGGY’S CONDOR trained by R Fahey, VINCE LE PRINCE trained by T Easterby, RED MIRAGE trained by J & S Quinn - all Malton, 201 miles.
1
JANNAS JOURNEY (IRE) (7)
B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Dancing Cosmos (IRE)
Owner: Mr James Mearns Long
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Thistle Bloodstock Limited
4 10 0 (11)
Colours: BLACK, RED epaulets, YELLOW sleeves, YELLOW cap, RED star Form: 111116 D 5 wins £19365
TIMEFORM VIEW Five wins from 10 runs this year, the latest at Ayr in August. Respectable sixth of 11 in handicap at Thirsk (7f, good to soft, 8/1) 7 days ago Yard also saddles Rock Melody. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 74
2
RED
MIRAGE (IRE)
(12) 7 10 0 (3)
Ch g Showcasing - Duchess Dora (IRE)
Owner: RaceShare - Red Mirage
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
Breeder: Kingsley Park Ltd
Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, RaceShare
Colours: BLACK, GOLD vertical braids and buttons, WHITE sleeves, GOLD star on cap Form: 506133 D 7 wins £51474
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Doncaster in July. 14/1, creditable third of 11 in handicap at Carlisle (6.9f, good) 12 days ago, running on. One for the shortlist. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 74
TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable fifth of 10 in handicap at Hamilton (6f, good to firm, 6/1) 32 days ago Others make more appeal from a win point of view. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 73
4
ROCK MELODY (IRE)
(10) 6 9 12 (10)
B m Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Legal Lyric (IRE)
Owner: Summerstorm Bloodstock Ltd
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: John O’Connor
Sponsor: Chris’s House
Colours: WHITE, DARK GREEN hoops, WHITE sleeves, DARK GREEN spots, DARK GREEN cap Form: 0-64502 CD 7 wins £49413
TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time course winner 4/1, second of 4 in handicap at Hamilton (6f, good to soft) 10 days ago Should be in the mix. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 72
5
BLACK STORM (IRE) (15)
Br g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Active Approach
Owner: Ursa Major Racing Ltd
Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels
Breeder: Old Carhue Stud
4 9 10 (1)
Colours: YELLOW and PINK (quartered), PINK sleeves, YELLOW diamonds, YELLOW cap, PINK stars Form: 5-00322 D 1 wins £6413
TIMEFORM VIEW 7/2, good second of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f) 15 days ago 0-5 on turf, but also went close at Ayr on penultimate start and he needs considering on third run for present yard. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 70
6
VINCE LE PRINCE (GB) (12) 5
B g Iffraaj - Crecy
Owner: Reality Partnerships V
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Breeder: Crecy Partnership
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
9 10 (2)
Colours: YELLOW, RED disc, YELLOW sleeves, RED stars, RED cap Form: 205050 D 5 wins £21461
TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2024. Seventh of 11 in handicap (13/2) at Carlisle (6.9f, good) 12 days ago Needs to bounce back, but he’s slipped down the weights and could easily have a say in the finish. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 70
Cam Hardie
Kaiya Fraser
Jack Garritty
Amie Waugh (3)
Callum Rodriguez
Sean Kirrane
7
IN A HURRY (GB)
B f Time Test - Tight Lines
Owner: Alderson Burke Francis
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Breeder: Whitley Stud
Sponsor: GAIN Equine Nutrition
(12) 3 9 9 (7)
Colours: RED and BLACK check, BLACK sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 262132 D 1 wins £4320
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Thirsk in June 10/1, good second of 11 in handicap at Carlisle (6.9f, good) 12 days ago
Appears to be gradually progressing, but perhaps not at a rate fast enough for her to emerge on top in this contest. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 73
8
INVINCIBLE RUBY
(IRE) (21) 3 9 8 (5)
Gr f Invincible Army (IRE) - Satwa Ruby (FR)
Owner: Mr Duncan McCready
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Breeder: Eimear Mulhern
Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, PINK diamond, PINK sleeves, ROYAL BLUE diamonds Form: 002160 D 1 wins £4187
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Catterick in July. Last of 10 in handicap at Redcar (6f, good, 10/1) 21 days ago Others look more solid overall Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 72
9
JUDGMENT CALL (GB) (26)
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
7 9 8 (9)
Colours: WHITE, large BLACK spots, YELLOW and BLACK striped sleeves, RED and BLACK check cap Form: 000044 CD 4 wins £24969
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Twenty-two runs since last win in 2023. 9 1/4 lengths fourth of 5 to Jannas Journey in handicap at Ayr (7.2f, good to firm, 15/2) 26 days ago, slowly away. The ability is there, but he’s opposable all the same Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 68
10 WADACRE MAESTRO
(GB) (18) 3 9 6 (6)
Ch g Harry Angel (IRE) - Madam Valentine
Owner: Wadacre Stud
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Breeder: Wadacre Stud
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
Colours: BLACK, YELLOW seams, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK stars, BLACK cap Form: 043061 CD 1 wins £3663
TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 8-runner handicap (5/1) at this C&D (good to firm) 18 days ago, well on top finish. Another step forward will be needed if he’s to follow up off this 5lb higher mark. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 70
Colours: WHITE, MAROON chevrons, MAROON sleeves, WHITE diamonds, WHITE cap, MAROON diamond. Form: 001400 C D 8 wins £33945
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner here in July, but only eighth of 9 in handicap (11/2) at this C&D (good to firm) 17 days ago Looks vulnerable STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 27/8/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 63
2024 WINNER: MIGUEL (IRE) 3 9 9 Connor Beasley 13-8 (Jack Channon) 8 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11
Hood worn by No 7. Visor worn by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 6. Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Black Storm (IRE), 13-2 Rock Melody (IRE), 7-1 Wadacre Maestro (GB), 15-2 In A Hurry (GB), 8-1 Vince Le Prince (GB), 10-1 Red Mirage (IRE), Judgment Call (GB), 14-1 Jannas Journey (IRE), Ziggy’s Condor (IRE), 18-1 Detective (GB), 22-1 Invincible Ruby (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
A chance is taken on VINCE LE PRINCE, who hasn’t fired on all cylinders so far this season, but he continues to edge down the weights and shades preference ahead of Black Storm and Rock Melody. Red Mirage is another who could have a part to play.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.VINCE
David Nolan
Mohammed Tabti (5)
Andrew Mullen
Joe Fanning
Connor Beasley
5TH & 25TH
Race 7 7.22PM
Stalls: Stands Side Start
Total prize fund £7000 Five furlongs (5f abt 1yd) for three yrs old and upwards
THE JEWSON EDINBURGH CRAIGENTINNY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Goldie (51 wins from 376 runners, 14%) runs CRACKINTHUNDER
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (11 wins from 82 runners, 13%) runs DOROTHY MAY
Weightwatcher: JOHN KIRKUP won off a handicap mark of 56, his rating is now down 11lb to 45.
Longest Traveller: CARMINA BURANA trained by A Kinirons, Ireland.
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SANBONA (IRE) (15) 3 9 9 (8)
B g Coulsty (IRE) - Milly’s Secret (IRE)
Owner: Mr David T J Metcalfe & Mr M J K Dods
Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington
Breeder: Rathasker Stud Sponsor: Denton Hall Racing Ltd
Colours: RED, WHITE hoops, PINK cap Form: 530212 D 1 wins £3245
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Wolverhampton in August. Good second of 10 in minor event at Thirsk (6f, good, 9/2) 15 days ago More needed.
2
DOROTHY MAY (IRE)
RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 54
(5) 3 9 8 (6)
B f Bungle Inthejungle - Jillnextdoor (IRE)
Owner: Habton Racing
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Breeder: John O’Connor
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
Colours: JADE GREEN, FLAME hooped sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 006215 D 1 wins £3245
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Newcastle in August. 17/2, respectable fifth of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 5 days ago Place possibilities Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 53
Colours: DARK GREEN, DARK GREEN and BROWN diabolo on sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 036535
TIMEFORM VIEW 9/1, below form fifth of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 43 days ago and will likely find a few too good once again. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 53
4
POCKLEY (GB) (35) 7 9 8 (7)
B g Shalaa (IRE) - Wanting (IRE)
Owner: Mr William Burns & Miss L.A. Perratt
Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Breeder: Wood Hall Stud
Sponsor: North Allerton Racing
Colours: BLACK and WHITE check, WHITE sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 465050 D 9 wins £44153
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 13 runs this year Last of 7 in handicap at Ayr (5f, good to firm, 14/1) 35 days ago, hampered and cheekpieces now refitted. Others preferred. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 52
5
SIXCOR
(GB) (18) 7 9 5 (5)
B g Sixties Icon - Roccor
Owner: Linda Perratt Racing
Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Breeder: D. D. & Mrs J. P. Clee
Sponsor: North Allerton Racing
Colours: RED, BLACK epaulets, BLACK sleeves, RED stars, BLACK cap, RED star Form: 310352 CD 8 wins £27893
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win at Hamilton in July. Creditable second of 8 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 13/2) 18 days ago, no match for winner Not taken lightly. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 49
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SHATIN
VENTURE
(IRE) (89) 4 9 5 (2)
B g Profitable (IRE) - Circleofinfluence (USA)
Owner: John Murphy, W.F. Perratt,Jackton Racing
Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Breeder: Oghill House Stud & Joseph M. Burke
Sponsor: North Allerton Racing
Colours: PURPLE, PINK star, striped sleeves and stars on cap Form: 5-52415 D 1 wins £3140
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Newcastle in March. Respectable fifth of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f, 9/2) 89 days ago Not discounted. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 49
Connor Beasley
Sean Kirrane
Callum Rodriguez
David Nolan
Kaiya Fraser
Andrew Mullen
7
SKI ANGEL (GB) (18)
B m Harry Angel (IRE) - Excelette (IRE)
Owner: Riverside Racing
Trainer: R. Mike Smith, Galston
Breeder: Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd
Sponsor: Tote
5 9 3 (3)
Colours: MAUVE and BLACK diamonds, BLACK sleeves Form: 214604 CD BF 5 wins £21459
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win here in July. 9/4, bit below form fourth of 8 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 18 days ago Should make her presence felt. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 26/8/2025 it was reported that the horse missed the break. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 47
8
CRACKINTHUNDER (GB) (18)
B g Land Force (IRE) - All Back To Mine
Owner: Summerstorm Bloodstock Ltd
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow Breeder: Abingdon & Witney College Sponsor: Chris’s House
3 9 1 (1)
Colours: WHITE, DARK GREEN hoops, WHITE sleeves, DARK GREEN spots, DARK GREEN cap Form: 000-3
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Third of 8 in handicap (16/1) at this C&D (good to firm) 18 days ago Hood back on and this 3-y-o is probably capable of better Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 46
9
HARD NUT (IRE) (18)
B g Gutaifan (IRE) - With A Twist
Owner: Miss L. A. Perratt
Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Breeder: Springwell Stud
Sponsor: North Allerton Racing
8 9 1 (11)
Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW sleeves, RED and YELLOW striped cap Form: 066265 CD 3 wins £12914
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Fifth of 8 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 28/1) 18 days ago, not knocked about. Becoming well treated, but some of the others are more appealing all the same Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 43
10
JOHN KIRKUP (GB) (12)
Ch g Assertive - Bikini
Owner: Mrs Suzanne Kirkup & Mr Kevin Kirkup
Trainer: David Thompson, Darlington
Breeder: W. M. Lidsey
Sponsor: The Osteopath Kevin Kirkup
10 9 1 (10)
Colours: RED, BLACK seams, BLACK and WHITE striped sleeves and cap Form: 540000 CD 10 wins £47737
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Thirty runs since last win in 2023. 18/1, last of 14 in handicap at Carlisle (5f, good) 12 days ago Has work to do Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 42
11
CARMINA BURANA (IRE) (38) 3
B f Acclamation - Contestant
Owner: Mr E. Haep
Trainer: Andrew Kinirons, Ireland
Breeder: Peadar McCaghey
9 0 (9)
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW braces, striped cap Form: 0-00005
TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, fifth of 10 in handicap at Sligo (6.1f, good to soft) 38 days ago Likely to struggle, unless the first-time blinkers spark significant improvement. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 36 Oisin McSweeney
2024 WINNER: SOUND OF IONA 8 9 3 Amie Waugh 10-3 (Jim Goldie) 10 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11
Blinkers worn first time by No 11. Hood worn by No 8. Blinkers worn by No 10. Visor worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 5. Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Sixcor (GB), 5-1 Crackinthunder (GB), 6-1 Sanbona (IRE), 13-2 Ski Angel (GB), 7-1 Dorothy May (IRE), 8-1 Shatin Venture (IRE), 16-1 Beerwah (IRE), 18-1 Pockley (GB), 28-1 John Kirkup (GB), 33-1 Hard Nut (IRE), 40-1 Carmina Burana (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
CRACKINTHUNDER is appealing on the back of an encouraging handicap debut third over this C&D, on what was his first appearance following an eight-month absence He should have more to offer and gets the nod ahead of Sixcor and Ski Angel, while both Dorothy May and Shatin Venture are also shortlisted.
Aiden Brookes (3)
Amie Waugh (3)
Gianluca Sanna (5)
Cam Hardie
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RACE CONDITIONS
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First Race 4.10 - THE DOVEND ELECTRICAL LTD APPRENTICE 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 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £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. September 11th. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 6th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb To be ridden by Apprentice Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 52 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to September 10th, 2025, have not ridden more than 50 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 25 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). 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 14 entries, 2 at £7 and 12 at £35. - Closed September 8th, 2025.
Second Race 4.45 - THE BRITISH 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, September 8th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 11th. 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 All horses which are placed in the first six in an EBF Restricted Maiden or Novice race qualifier in 2025 will be qualified to run in either THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for fillies only) at Goodwood on 24 September, 2025, or THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for colts and geldings only) at York on 10 October, 2025. 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 20 entries at £40. - Closed September 8th, 2025.
Third Race 5.18 - THE ROYAL REGIMENT OF SCOTLAND TROPHY NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for two yrs old only, Rated 0-70. Enter by noon, September 8th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 11th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 6th, 2025, for each race won 6lb 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 13 entries at £40. - Closed September 8th, 2025.
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Fourth Race 5.50 - THE PETERHEAD FISH MARKET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for three yrs old only, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £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. September 11th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 6th, 2025, for each race won 6lb 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 8 entries at £35. - Closed September 8th, 2025.
Fifth Race 6.22 - THE SCOTS ASSOCIATION MUSSELBURGH GOLD CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS 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, the fifth £604 and the sixth £302. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 11th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 4lb Penalties, after September 6th, 2025, 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 NOTE: Threeyear-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race 15 entries at £100. - Closed September 8th, 2025.
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Sixth Race 6.52 - THE LOTHIAN SUPPLY COMPANY 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below). £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. September 11th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after September 6th, 2025, 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 17 entries at £50. - Closed September 8th, 2025.
Seventh Race 7.22 - THE JEWSON EDINBURGH CRAIGENTINNY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £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. September 11th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st; 3-y-o 8st 13lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 3-y-o 9st 8lb Penalties, after September 6th, 2025, 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 13 entries at £35. - Closed September 8th, 2025.
