2025 FLAT SEASON CHAMPIONSHIP
British Stallion Studs have contributed nearly £2MILLION to Flat and National Hunt prize money during 2025 via the British EBF.
ALNE PARK FARM
BATSFORD STUD
BEARSTONE STUD
CHAPEL STUD
CHEVELEY PARK STUD
CULWORTH GROUNDS STUD
DARLEY
DULLINGHAM PARK STUD
ELUSIVE BLOODSTOCK
ETHERIDGE STUD
GROVECOURT STUD
HEDGEHOLME STUD
JUDDMONTE
LANWADES STUD
MANTON PARK
MARCH HARE STUD
MEIKLEHAUGH STUD
MICKLEY STUD
MR ROBERT MOSS
NATIONAL STUD
NEWSELLS PARK STUD
NORMAN COURT STUD
NORTON GROVE STUD
NUNSTAINTON STUD
OAKGROVE STUD
OVERBURY STUD
PLUMTON HALL STUD
SHADE OAK STUD
SHADWELL
TWEENHILLS STUD
VAUTERHILL STUD
WHITSBURY MANOR STUD
WILLOW WOOD STUD
WITHYSLADE FARM
YORTON FARM
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Race
Total prize fund £20000 About one mile (8f abt 2yds) for four yrs old and upwards
THE ENTER ITV7 FOR FREE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £8126; Second £4064; Third £2032; Fourth £1016; Fifth £508; Sixth £254. (Penalty Value £10308) Weights lowered 2lb 7 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Goldie (44 wins from 344 runners, 13%) runs SHINE ON BRENDAN & SPUN TO GOLD
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Goldie (4 wins from 10 runners, 40%) runs SHINE ON BRENDAN & SPUN TO GOLD
Longest Traveller: ENGLISH SPIRIT trained by H Main, Wantage, 370 miles
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SHINE ON
BRENDAN
(IRE) (185)8 9 7 (14)
B g Society Rock (IRE) - Something Magic
Owner: Let’s Be Lucky Racing 29
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing
Colours: BLACK, RED triple diamond, sleeves and diamond on cap Form: 244511- C D 9 wins £32936
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who finished last season in fine form, running out a cosy winner at Hamilton (8.3f) in September before following up narrowly at Ayr (1m) a month later Nudged up just 2lb ahead of return but he’ll likely need his share of luck operating from the widest berth of all Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 68
2
DAWN OF LIBERATION
(IRE) (55) 6 9 7 (10)
B g Churchill (IRE) - Danetime Out (IRE)
Owner: RJH Ltd and Facts & Figures
Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington
Breeder: Bec Bloodstock
Sponsor: William Hill
Colours: BROWN and RED (halved), sleeves reversed, RED cap Form: 5556-00 D 2 wins £17442
TIMEFORM VIEW Losing run stretches back to his 3-y-o days with Richard Hannon and, despite an easing mark, he hasn’t been shaping like ready to capitalize, last of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 55 days ago Return to turf needs to have a positive effect now. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 68
3 DETECTIVE (GB)
B g Kingman - Promising Lead
Owner: A Slack and D Coppola
Trainer: Dianne Sayer, Penrith
Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd
Sponsor: Messrs G.A.Slack
(194) 9 9 7 (4)
Colours: WHITE, MAROON chevrons, MAROON sleeves, WHITE diamonds, WHITE cap, MAROON diamond.
Form: 510040- D 7 wins £30281
TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to best to capitalise on reduced mark in refitted blinkers back at his beloved Carlisle (6.9f) in August. However, struggled for consistency thereafter, pulled up on a rare start over hurdles in November Others make stronger appeal on seasonal return. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 68
4
SPUN TO GOLD
(USA) (148) 4 9 6 (3)
B g Justify (USA) - Rumplestiltskin (IRE)
Owner: Belgate Racing Limited
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Flaxman Holdings Ltd
Sponsor: Gatehouse Property Management Limited
Colours: WHITE and BLACK stripes, BLACK sleeves, WHITE spots Form: 300040- 1 win £3726
TIMEFORM VIEW AW winner at 2yrs who ended his time with Andrew Balding in good form early on last season. Gelded thereafter and seemingly finding his way in handful of starts on turf/AW during the autumn. Begins new campaign potentially well treated, so one to note operating from a handy draw. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 67
5
JESMOND DAWN
(IRE) (190) 4 9 6 (9)
B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Strapless (IRE)
Owner: The Weighting Game
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton
Breeder: J. S Bolger
Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW striped sleeves, YELLOW cap, ROYAL BLUE star Form: 340130- D 2 wins £7851
TIMEFORM VIEW Found a little more improvement when doubling his tally at Ripon (1m) in August. Revised mark enough to anchor him when third over C&D next time but seemingly found stamina stretched when eighth of 14 in handicap at Redcar (1 1/4m) on final start. This more suitable
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LUCYKEYS (IRE) (206) 4 9 6 (13)
B f Gleneagles (IRE) - Blending
Owner: Mr Ian Jones
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Breeder: James Wigan
Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
Colours: DARK GREEN, WHITE stars, LIGHT GREEN and DARK GREEN check sleeves, DARK GREEN cap, WHITE star Form: 32400-
TIMEFORM VIEW Gleneagles filly who showed fair form on 2 of her 3 starts in maidens (both on AW). However, handed a stiff-looking mark and well-beaten in pair of 1 1/4m Ayr handicaps thereafter last summer Drops in trip on this return from 6 months off but watching brief probably the best call Star
Kaiya Fraser (3)
Jason Hart
P. J. McDonald
Amie Waugh (3)
Sam James
Andrew Mullen
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BETWEEN ME AND U (GB) (115)
B g Eqtidaar (IRE) - Love In The Park
Owner: GB Civil Engineering (Leicester) Ltd
Trainer: Michael Herrington, Willoughton
Breeder: Fifehead Farms - MC Denning
4 9 6 (6)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE star, diamonds on sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap, WHITE star Form: 012450- D 2 wins £6961
TIMEFORM VIEW Switched yards/undergone wind surgery prior to make a winning stable debut at Wolverhampton (8.6f) in September Good efforts next 3 starts before a lesser run when tenth of 12 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f) in December Had a second wind op ahead of this and not ruled out. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 67
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SWIFT SALIAN (IRE) (181)
B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Dynalosca (USA)
Owner: Mr David Ellis
Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk
Breeder: Richard McConnell
Sponsor: Integrated Third Party Logistics Limited
4 9 5 (8)
Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE epaulets, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, ROYAL BLUE cap, LIGHT BLUE star Form: 330304- D 1 win £11596
TIMEFORM VIEW 1m winner as a juvenile who didn’t get his head in front last season but plenty of creditable efforts, fourth in 8-runner C&D handicap in October Resumes in refitted hood operating from career-low mark so worth a second look. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 66
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VOLENTI (IRE) (32)
B g Estidhkaar (IRE) - Izba (IRE)
Owner: Blue And Gold Syndicate
Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham
Breeder: Knocktoran Stud
Sponsor: Bright Star Leisure Limited
6 9 5 (7)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW stripes, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, hooped cap Form: 631425 D BF 5 wins £17640
TIMEFORM VIEW Had a highly-productive 2024 on AW, winning 3 times at Newcastle and went in again in January. Rare below-par effort on latest run there 32 days ago but he’s effective on turf and better showing anticipated. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 12/3/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 66
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CODE PURPLE (GB) (22)
B g Ribchester (IRE) - Sugar Free (GER)
Owner: Daniel Shapiro & David Clifford
Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham
Breeder: Black Type Limited
6 9 5 (12)
Colours: PURPLE, WHITE disc, PURPLE sleeves, WHITE spots, hooped cap Form: 31022-0 C 5 wins £24367
TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time course winner who enhanced his excellent record here when runner-up in pair of handicaps at up to this trip in the autumn. Too free in 2 hurdle runs during the winter but latest seventh of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f) 22 days ago ought to have blown the cobwebs away. Worth a look.
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IZZARI (GER) (124)
B g Areion (GER) - Izzy (GER)
Owner: Criffel Racing & Mr Kevin Elliott
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Breeder: Rennstall Wohler
Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 66
4 9 5 (11)
Colours: DARK BLUE, PINK hooped sleeves and cap Form: 600610- 1 win £5234
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to the form he displayed in maidens in Ireland when opening his account for present yard in 9-runner handicap at Newcastle (7f) in December Disappointed at Southwell later that month but he returns boasting a less exposed profile than most. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 66
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BULMER BANK (GB) (237)
B g National Defense - Readyandaway (USA)
Owner: David Scott and Co (Pattern Makers) Ltd
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Breeder: Highbank Stud LLP
4 9 4 (5)
Colours: ORANGE, PURPLE sash, WHITE sleeves, WHITE cap, PURPLE spots Form: 0/43320-
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who has pulled hard but plenty of good efforts in handicaps at 3 yrs, including when runner-up at Newcastle (7f) last June Absent since a below-par run at Catterick (7f) in August but he appeals as being on a workable mark and a strong pace to aim at will help STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 19/8/2024 it was reported that the horse missed the break. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 65
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RAINWATER (GB) (15)
B g Mayson - Finalize
Owner: Mr R. A. Fahey
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Breeder: Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd
Sponsor: Richard Fahey Racing
4 9 4 (1)
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, ORANGE sash, WHITE sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and ORANGE quartered cap Form: 423-240 1 wins £4710
TIMEFORM VIEW Shed maiden tag at Wolverhampton (9.5f) in November and made the frame all 5 starts since on all-weather Ran too bad to be true back on turf when last of 18 in handicap at Doncaster (10.2f, good) 15 days ago but he appeals as the type to bounce back. Cheekpieces back on. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 29/3/2025 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 65
14
ENGLISH SPIRIT (GB) (32) 7 9 4 (2)
B g Swiss Spirit - Cloud Illusions (USA)
Owner: Wetumpka Racing
Trainer: Heather Main, Wantage
Breeder: Mr & Mrs James Main
Sponsor: Tote
Colours: MAROON, WHITE stripe, halved sleeves Form: 160-236 BF 5 wins £19823
TIMEFORM VIEW All 5 career victories gained at Wolverhampton, the latest over 9.5f in October Good placed efforts on first 2 starts this year prior to racing too freely when sixth of 7 in handicap there 32 days ago Still, he’s no forlorn hope back on turf STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 12/3/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 65
Hector Crouch
Connor Beasley
Joanna Mason
Paul Mulrennan
Mohammed Tabti (5)
Billy Garritty
Oisin Orr
Jack Mitchell
2024 WINNER: KELPIE GREY 4 9 7 Saffie Osborne 16-1 (Jim Goldie) 14 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 14
Hood worn by No 8, 12. Blinkers worn by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 13.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 7.
Probable S.P’s: 13-2 Swift Salian (IRE), 8-1 Shine On Brendan (IRE), Code Purple (GB), 10-1 Spun To Gold (USA), 11-1 Volenti (IRE), Bulmer Bank (GB), Rainwater (GB), 14-1 Between Me And U (GB), Izzari (GER), English Spirit (GB), 16-1 Jesmond Dawn (IRE), 22-1 Dawn of Liberation (IRE), Lucykeys (IRE), 28-1 Detective (GB)
RAINWATER clearly wasn’t himself when well-beaten at Doncaster a couple of weeks ago, yet he’d previously been holding his form well on synthetics and could be worth chancing to quickly put that run behind him from a handy draw/in refitted cheekpieces Bulmer Bank, provided he settles better than was the case last year, Code Purple, who boasts an excellent record here, and Spun To Gold head up the dangers Swift Salian completes an exhaustive shortlist.
Race 2 4.15PM
Stalls: Stands Side Start
Total prize fund £30000 Five furlongs (5f abt 1yd) for novice two yrs old
THE SKY BET CLUB BRITISH EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381. (Penalty Value £15462) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable A SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): I Jardine (34 wins from 265 runners, 13%) runs KODIGARA
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (6 wins from 32 runners, 19%) runs CLEAR FORCE
Longest Travellers: OUR HERO MATTY trained by B Ellison, STAR MATERIAL trained by A P Keatley, FRIO trained by J & S Quinn, all Malton, 201 miles
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CLEAR
FORCE
(IRE) (-) 9 7 (7)
B c Supremacy (IRE) - Gecorja (IRE)
Owner: Sheikh Rashid Dalmook Al Maktoum
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn Breeder: Pier House Stud
Colours: YELLOW, DARK BLUE seams, YELLOW cap Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 15. 62,000 gns yearling, Supremacy colt. Dam, unraced, closely related to smart winner up to 1m Imperial Rome and half-sister to smart winner up to 1m Shamwari Lodge Yard has excellent record with 2-y-o newcomers Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA RatingClifford Lee
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DICKENSIAN (GB) (-)
B c Pinatubo (IRE) - Yourtimeisnow
Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
9 7 (6)
Colours: YELLOW, large BLACK spots and spots on cap Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 30. Pinatubo colt. Dam, 2-y-o 6f winner, half-sister to smart winner up to 1m Hors de Combat out of lightly-raced half-sister to US Grade 1 9f winner Stroll Likely type for last year’s winning stable Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA RatingShane Gray
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FRIO (GB) (-)
Br or Gr c Havana Grey - Guarded Secret
Owner: Eco- Power Racing 1
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
Breeder: A. S. Denniff
Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd
9 7 (4)
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW stars, YELLOW sleeves, EMERALD GREEN stars, YELLOW cap, EMERALD GREEN star Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 17. £140,000 yearling, Havana Grey colt. Half-brother to 2-y-o 6f winner Viesgo Dam of little account, half-sister to smart winner up to 1m Above N Beyond. Most expensive of these and yard can ready one Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
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HARSWELL CALLING (IRE) (15)
B g Coulsty (IRE) - Libiamo (IRE)
Owner: Harswell Thoroughbred Racing I
Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton
Breeder: Tara Stud
Sponsor: OR8 Wellness
9 7 (5)
Colours: RED, WHITE cross belts, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, RED and ROYAL BLUE quartered cap Form: 0
TIMEFORM VIEW Coulsty gelding. Half-brother to 2-y-o 5f winner Call Me Harswell Dam twice-raced half-sister to smart winner up to 9f (including US Grade 1 1m winner) River Boyne 33/1, showed a bit when twelfth of 17 in novice at Doncaster (5f, good) on debut 15 days ago, led until joined halfway. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
5 KODIGARA (IRE)
(-) 9 7 (3)
B c Kodi Bear (IRE) - Rayagara (IRE)
Owner: Mr Ian Jones
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Breeder: Rathbarry Stud
Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
Colours: DARK GREEN, WHITE stars, LIGHT GREEN and DARK GREEN check sleeves, DARK GREEN cap, WHITE star Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 2. £41,000 yearling, Kodi Bear colt. Dam unraced half-sister to 2-y-o 7.5f/1m winner Rajapour out of smart 2-y-o 7f winner Raydara. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - Andrew Mullen
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OUR HERO MATTY (IRE) (-)
Ch c A’Ali (IRE) - Sophie B
Owner: The Shuffling Kid Partnership
Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton
Breeder: Hunting Hill Stud
Sponsor: RAPID HEAT SYSTEMS LTD, Brian Ellison Racing Limited
9 7 (2)
Colours: RED, LIGHT GREEN star, LIGHT GREEN sleeves, RED stars and cap Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 14. €18,000 foal, £30,000 yearling, A’ali colt. Dam 7f winner out of useful winner up to 6f (2-y-o 5f winner) Ceedwell Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating - Ben Robinson
Jason Hart
Rowan Scott
7 STAR MATERIAL (IRE) (-) 9 7 (1)
B c Starman - Marriage Material (IRE)
Owner: Mr S. Ryan
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Sponsor: Santry Ltd
Colours: BEIGE, YELLOW diamond. Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 10. €100,000 yearling, Starman colt. Dam unraced sister to Flying Childers Stakes winner Ardad. One to note Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating - Connor Beasley
2024 WINNER: BARRAK 2 9 4 Tom Eaves 5-1 (Kevin Ryan) 5 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7
Probable S.P’s: 15-8 Clear Force (IRE), 3-1 Dickensian (GB), 5-1 Frio (GB), 13-2 Star Material (IRE), 20-1 Our Hero Matty (IRE), 22-1 Kodigara (IRE), 25-1 Harswell Calling (IRE)
Karl Burke has already had 2
the shortlist over Dickensian, who represents last year’s winning stable Frio and
likely types
Race 3 4.45PM
Stalls: Stands Side Start
Total prize fund £22500 Five furlongs (5f abt 1yd) for four yrs old and upwards
THE SKY BET ACCA FREEZE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £9142; Second £4572; Third £2286; Fourth £1143; Fifth £572; Sixth £286. (Penalty Value £11596.50) SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Goldie (44 wins from 344 runners, 13%) runs CLASSY AL & ETERNAL SUNSHINE & WATER OF LEITH
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Menzies (5 wins from 23 runners, 22%) runs GOLDEN RAINBOW
Longest Traveller: ONLY SPOOFING trained by K T Coleman, Ireland.
1 MOON FLIGHT (IRE) (40)
B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Miss Margarita
Owner: Mr Paul Corrigan
Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Breeder: Grange & Manister House Studs
Sponsor: McGoldrick’s Pool & Sports Bar
5 9 11 (1)
Colours: WHITE, large BLACK spots, YELLOW and BLACK striped sleeves, RED and BLACK check cap Form: 2513-04 D 3 wins £23024
TIMEFORM VIEW Won over 5f at Newcastle (AW) and Ayr (good to firm) last year. Better effort this year when fourth of 7 in handicap at Southwell (5f, 22/1) 40 days ago Back on the mark he defied at Ayr but a wide draw potentially tricky. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 4/3/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 80
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ARECIBO (FR) (173) 10 9 9 (3)
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Oceanique (USA)
Owner: Santry Racing
Trainer: Declan Carroll, Malton
Breeder: Wertheimer et Frere
Sponsor: Santry Racing, Tote
Colours: MAROON, YELLOW triple diamond and diamonds on cap Form: 334200- D 6 wins £66668
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended 2024 with a couple of poor runs but the fact he went close in a C&D Class 2 off fully 10lb higher on last year’s reappearance means it would be no surprise were he to bounce back with a bang. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 22/10/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.
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Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 78
ZARZYNI (IRE) (31) 8 9 9 (16)
B g Siyouni (FR) - Zunera (IRE)
Owner: MrLaurenceO’Kane/HarrowgateBloodstockLtd
Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk
Breeder: His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.
Sponsor: Tote
Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN Cross of Lorraine, chevrons on sleeves, PINK cap Form: 50010-5 CD 4 wins £46640
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner last autumn. Should be sharper for his reappearance fifth of 8 on AW at Newcastle (5f, 10/1) 31 days ago Drawn against the rail Considered. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 13/3/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 78
4 ALLIGATOR ALLEY
B g Kingman - Overturned
Owner: R J H Limited and Ruth Carr
Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington
Breeder: Whatton Manor Stud
Sponsor: William Hill
(GB) (31) 8 9 8 (10)
Colours: BROWN and RED (halved), sleeves reversed, RED cap Form: 62406-4 D 8 wins £148125
TIMEFORM VIEW 11/2, first run since leaving David O’Meara when respectable fourth of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) on reappearance 31 days ago Shortlist material having dropped to a winning mark. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 77
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CASTAN
(GB)
(31) 5 9 7 (5)
Ch g Charming Thought - Astley Park
Owner: Ceffyl Racing
Trainer: Bryan Smart, Hambleton
Breeder: Houghton Bloodstock UK Ltd
Sponsor: Tote
Colours: RED, WHITE seams and armlet, RED cap Form: 4-61110 CD 7 wins £37861
TIMEFORM VIEW Reacted really well to cheekpieces when completing a front-running hat-trick on AW in January/February but his run of progressive form came to a halt when last of 8 at Newcastle latest. STEWARDS
NOTE: Following its run on 13/3/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 76
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STASH THE CASH (IRE) (163)
B g Profitable (IRE) - Appreciating
Owner: HP Racing Stash The Cash & Ptr
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Breeder: Clara Stud
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
4 9 6 (9)
Colours: WHITE, RED seams, RED and WHITE quartered cap Form: 421106- D 3 wins £11514
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 15 runs last year, including on reappearance Respectable sixth of 11 in handicap at Newmarket (5f, good to soft) on final start. Off 163 days Not discounted. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 75
Tommie Jakes (5)
Zak Wheatley (3)
Connor Beasley
Jason Hart
Harrison Shaw
David Allan
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WATER OF LEITH
B g Kodiac - Zakhrafa (IRE)
Owner: Johnnie Delta Racing
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Rifa Mustang Pty Ltd
Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing
(IRE) (40) 7 9 2 (6)
Colours: BLACK, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK armlets, BLACK cap, YELLOW stars Form: 120206 D 10 wins £41871
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle in January. Runner-up twice there since but his last 2 efforts have been below par STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 4/3/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 71
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CATCH CUNNINGHAM
B g Kodiac - Faithful Duchess (IRE)
Owner: David Frame & Mrs H Lloyd-Herrington
Trainer: Michael Herrington, Willoughton
Breeder: Mr Darren Curley
Sponsor: Tote
(IRE) (17) 6 9 2 (13)
Colours: YELLOW, RED stars Form: 3-35220 D 5 wins £32967
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 18 runs last year.Also runner-up on AW in February/March but latest Wolverhampton run disappointing. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 27/3/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 71
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ETERNAL SUNSHINE (GB) (11)
B m Orientor - Eternal Instinct
Owner: Mr James Callow & Mr J. S. Goldie
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Goldie Racing Limited Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing
5 9 2 (15)
Colours: DARK BLUE, RED stripe, halved sleeves, RED cap Form: 21210-0 CD 5 wins £18842
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Five wins from 10 runs last year Never involved on her C&D reappearance 11 days but could be sharper now and Paul Mulrennan, who was on board for all her wins last year, is back in the saddle Also handily drawn near the rail so there are reasons to be hopeful Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 71
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ZIGGY’S QUEEN (IRE) (160)
B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Iron Lady (IRE)
Owner: Middleham Park Racing CXVII
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Breeder: Michael Buckley & Irish National Stud
Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing
4 9 1 (7)
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets Form: 530033- CD 1 win £10308
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Thirteen runs since last win in 2023. 17/2, creditable third of 8 in handicap at Southwell (6f) when last seen in November Off 160 days Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 70
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KNICKS (IRE) (14)
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Katla (IRE)
Owner: Bruisers Boys, Nordoff, Windle, Westwood
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Breeder: John Grogan & Irish National Stud
Sponsor: Stittenham Farms
4 9 1 (12)
Colours: RED, WHITE seams, WHITE and RED halved sleeves, RED and WHITE quartered cap Form: 00330-0 D 2 wins £31488
TIMEFORM VIEW 9/1, looked unlucky not to finish closer when eighth of 17 in handicap at Doncaster (5f, good) on reappearance 14 days ago, keeping on when not clear run. Enters the reckoning. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 30/3/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on.
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 70
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GLORY HYDE (IRE)
(14) 4 8 13 (4)
B f Cotai Glory - Sea of Antiquity (IRE)
Owner: Swales & Fell
Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton
Breeder: Mr Derek Smullen
Sponsor: OR8 Wellness, Tote
Colours: RED and BLACK check, RED sleeves, BLACK armlets, BLACK cap Form: 01232-0 D 2 wins £14886
TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable seventh of 17 in handicap (11/1) at Doncaster (5f, good) on reappearance 14 days ago Could strip fitter now.
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CLASSY AL (GB)
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 68
(181) 7 8 12 (2)
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: 430005- D 4 wins £14285
TIMEFORM VIEW Tricky customer who has only won one of his last 20 starts Placed in this race on his 2024 reappearance and no shock to see him figure again but others are preferred for win purposes Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 67
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ONLY SPOOFING (IRE)
B g Approve (IRE) - Golden Anthem (USA)
Owner: Mrs Kim Coleman
Trainer: K. T. Coleman, Ireland
Breeder: Limestone and Tara Studs
(8) 11 8 11 (14)
Colours: GREY, PINK triple diamond, sleeves and diamond on cap Form: 4050-03 CD 13 wins £136102
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner (from only 4 visits) 8/1, respectable third of 11 in handicap at Bellewstown (5f, good) 8 days ago Could have a big say back at a venue which evidently suits Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 66
Daniel Tudhope
Dylan Hogan
Paul Mulrennan
Oisin Orr
Joanna Mason
Callum Rodriguez
David Egan
Shane Gray
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SUGAR BABY (GB) (52)
B g Monsieur Bond (IRE) - Sugar Town
Owner: Hard Held Partnership and Angus Racing
Trainer: Peter Niven, Malton
Breeder: Amanda Jarratt
Sponsor: P D Niven Racing Ltd
7 8 6 (11)
Colours: MAROON and PINK diamonds, MAROON sleeves, PINK stars, MAROON cap, PINK star Form: 06/-0415CD BF 5 wins £15989
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win at Newcastle in February. 9/4, below par when fifth of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 52 days ago Bounce back needed. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 61
16
GOLDEN RAINBOW (GB) (22)
B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Stereophonic (IRE)
Owner: Holmfirth Racing
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Breeder: Minster Stud & Stratford Place Stud
Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds
6 8 6 (8)
Colours: BLACK, YELLOW chevrons on sleeves Form: 015-036 D 8 wins £28256
TIMEFORM VIEW Six wins from 20 runs last year Respectable sixth of 11 in handicap (10/1) at Newcastle (5f) 22 days ago Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 61
2024 WINNER: AMERICAN AFFAIR 4 9 1 Paul Mulrennan 4-1 (Jim Goldie) 12 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 16
Hood worn by No 1, 8. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 11. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 10, 16.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 5. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 10. Probable S.P’s: 9-1 Eternal Sunshine (GB), 10-1 Alligator Alley (GB), 11-1 Castan (GB), Knicks (IRE), Only Spoofing (IRE), 12-1 Zarzyni (IRE), Sugar Baby (GB), 14-1 Stash The Cash (IRE), Glory Hyde (IRE), 18-1 Moon Flight (IRE), Ziggy’s Queen (IRE), 20-1 Water of Leith (IRE), Catch Cunningham (IRE), Classy Al (GB), 22-1 Golden Rainbow (GB), 25-1 Arecibo (FR)
A competitive sprint in which a chance is taken on ALLIGATOR ALLEY after his encouraging first run for Ruth Carr at Newcastle last month. Only Spoofing’s excellent C&D record makes him a must for the shortlist. Others to consider are Zarzyni, Knicks and Eternal Sunshine, who represents last year’s winning trainer/jockey combination of Jim Goldie and Paul Mulrennan.
James Sullivan
Andrew Mullen
Race 4 5.15PM
Stalls: Inside
Total prize fund £25000 Onemile,fourfurlongsabt104yards(12fabt104yds) for four yrs old and upwards
THE SKY BET EXTRA PLACES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS RACE)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318. (Penalty Value £12885) SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Goldie (44 wins from 344 runners, 13%) runs CASCADE HALL & LETSBEFRANK & SPANISH HUSTLE & TAFSIR
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Owen (11 wins from 41 runners, 27%) runs SPORTINGSILVERMINE
Weightwatcher: GLASSES UP won off a handicap mark of 65, his rating is now down 6lb to 59.
Longest Travellers: PAPAGEI trained by J Ferguson, SPORTINGSILVERMINE trained by J Owen, both Newmarket, 350 miles.
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(GB) (202) 4 9 9 (8)
Ch g Masar (IRE) - Dibajj (FR)
Owner: Mr S Fustok
Trainer: James Ferguson, Newmarket
Breeder: Deerfield Farm
Sponsor: Tattersalls
Colours: TERRACOTTA, BLACK cap Form: 633114- D 3 wins £12142
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins during a productive 2024 campaign, latest of them from the front at Haydock in September Sound effort from revised mark at Hamilton a fortnight later and returns for in-form yard.
2 LETSBEFRANK (IRE) (238) 5 9 9 (6)
B g Frankel - Miss Polaris
Owner: J S Morrison & Ms Carol Morrison
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Newtown Anner Stud Sponsor: Tote
Colours: LIGHT BLUE and YELLOW check, RED sleeves and cap Form: 411321- 3 wins £36181
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed the odds in 4-runner Pontefract handicap in August, recording win umber 3 in this series and landing the bonus in the process This trip probably on the sharp side but sure to be well prepared for this reappearance Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 78
3
TAFSIR
(USA) (190) 6 9 9 (9)
B m Tamarkuz (USA) - Jannattan (USA)
Owner: Summerstorm Bloodstock Ltd
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Shadwell Farm LLC
Sponsor: Chris’s House
Colours: WHITE, DARK GREEN hoops, WHITE sleeves, DARK GREEN spots, DARK GREEN cap Form: 151510- CD 8 wins £32391
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Five wins from 14 runs last year, understandably struggling in a higher grade final start in October Usually needs reappearance but market may help in that regard. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 78
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TOKYO
BAY (IRE) (197) 4 9 6 (5)
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Zeeba (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Elaine M. Burke
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Sponsor: KB Spigot Ltd
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED seams, striped sleeves, RED cap, ROYAL BLUE star Form: 24/1460- D 1 win £4187
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner in maiden company on reappearance at Ripon in April 2024. Failed to make much of an impact in a trio of handicaps after but he’s certainly in the right hands Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 75
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SPORTINGSILVERMINE
(IRE) (40) 4 9 4 (7)
Br g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Praskovia (IRE)
Owner: Mr Gordon McDowall
Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket
Breeder: Sebastian Curran
Sponsor: AVER Generics LTD
Colours: ORANGE, DARK BLUE disc, striped sleeves, DARK BLUE cap Form: 40360-1 1 win £3716
TIMEFORM VIEW Matched pick of form for Denis Hogan when justifying strong support on debut for James Owen at Southwell last month (11f). Up just 2lb and every chance there’s more to come for this yard.
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Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 73
THE DANCING POET (GB) (15)
Ch g Poet’s Voice - Caldy Dancer (IRE)
Owner: Spring Cottage Syndicate
Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited
9 9 3 (11)
Colours: RED, YELLOW braces, chevrons on sleeves, striped cap Form: 15215-0 CD 10 wins £43403
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Three wins from 8 runs last year 66/1, last of 7 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f) 15 days ago Back up in trip and he should strip fitter with that under his belt.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 72
Ben Robinson
Daniel Muscutt
Paul Mulrennan
Amie Waugh (3)
Jack Nicholls (7)
Hector Crouch
7
SIMPLE STAR (IRE) (24)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Simple Elegance (USA)
Owner: Mrs D. Monteith
Trainer: Dianne Sayer, Penrith
Breeder: Sunderland Holding INC
7 9 2 (4)
Colours: DARK BLUE, RED hoops, striped sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 50030-0 CD 5 wins £22705
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 66/1, tenth of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f) 24 days ago Back up in trip and should step up on that reappearance but he’ll certainly need to Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 71
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SPANISH HUSTLE (GB) (158)
B g Pearl Secret - Dos Lunas (IRE)
Owner: Let’s Be Lucky Racing 31
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Aspire Stallions & Bloodstock Ltd
Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing
7 9 2 (10)
Colours: BLACK, RED triple diamond, sleeves and diamond on cap Form: 215352- CD 6 wins £21280
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who is also a Hamilton regular, adding to his tally at this venue in July. Good second of 8 in handicap at this C&D (good to soft, 7/2), clear of rest. Off 158 days but has to be of serious interest for yard with excellent record in this series Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 71
9 IT’S A LOVE THING (GB) (17) 7
B g Intrinsic - Lady Kyllar
Owner: Duke of Appletreewick
Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley
Breeder: Malih L. Al Basti
Sponsor: Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
9 1 (1)
Colours: BROWN, BEIGE sleeves and cap Form: 0-03112 BF 8 wins £27438
TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of much-reduced mark at Newcastle (10.2f) in March and duly followed up at Wolverhampton a fortnight later Another excellent second at latter venue last time and much depends on whether he can continue the good work on turf STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 27/3/2025 it was reported that the horse suffered interference Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 70
10 ETRETAT (GB) (20)
B g Wootton Bassett - Normandie (GER)
Owner: Mrs Zee Thompson
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Breeder: L Dassault, Cofinvest & Haras d’Etreham
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
4 9 1 (2)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, EMERALD GREEN armlets, EMERALD GREEN and ROYAL BLUE hooped cap Form: 130604 3 wins £11410
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Lingfield in January. Good fourth of 11 in handicap (18/1) at Lingfield (10f, AW) 20 days ago, nearest finish. Now tackles a new trip back on turf Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 70
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SPARTAN WARRIOR (IRE) (11)
B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Silky (IRE)
Owner: Mr J. Fyffe
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Breeder: Lynch Bages Ltd
Sponsor: JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd, Bluegrass Horse Feeds
4 9 0 (13)
Colours: BLACK and PINK diabolo, BLACK sleeves, PINK cap, BLACK star Form: 61150-4 D 2 wins £8269
TIMEFORM VIEW Fit from hurdling and wasn’t seen to best effect in new headgear combination when fourth of 5 in handicap at this course (16f, good) 11 days ago, unsuited by way race developed. Back down in trip Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 69
12
CASCADE HALL (IRE) (19) 6
B g Court Cave (IRE) - Bacchonthebottle (IRE)
Owner: Whitestonecliffe Racing Partnership
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Clare A. Kehoe
Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing
8 11 (3)
Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW stars and sleeves, YELLOW cap, PURPLE stars Form: 643
TIMEFORM VIEW Displayed ability on second hurdles start in Ireland and quietly progressive on the level, third of 7 in novice at Newcastle (12.4f, 50/1) 19 days ago, needing stiffer test. Makes handicap debut and a likely improver Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 66
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GLASSES UP (USA) (11) 10 8 4 (12)
Ch g English Channel (USA) - Hurricane Hallie (USA)
Owner: The Jolly Beggars
Trainer: R. Mike Smith, Galston
Breeder: Calumet Farm Sponsor: Fitzdares Limited
Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE cross belts, diamonds on sleeves
Form: 44440-3 C 9 wins £60267
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner 17/2, third of 5 in handicap at this course (16f, good) 11 days ago, not ideally placed. Back down in trip `but he’s out of the weights in a deeper race Cheekpieces still off Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 55
2024 WINNER: DESTINADO 6 8 11 Aidan Keeley 14-1 (James Owen) 13 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 13
Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 11.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 6.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 4.
Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Sportingsilvermine (IRE), 6-1 Letsbefrank (IRE), 15-2 Spanish Hustle (GB), It’s A Love Thing (GB), 12-1 Tokyo Bay (IRE), Etretat (GB), 14-1 Papagei (GB), Cascade Hall (IRE), 20-1 Spartan Warrior (IRE), 22-1 The Dancing Poet (GB), 28-1 Tafsir (USA), 33-1 Simple Star (IRE), Glasses Up (USA)
Jason Hart
Kaiya Fraser (3)
George Wood
Archie Young (5)
Connor Beasley
David Egan
James Sullivan
SPORTINGSILVERMINE was the latest to reap the rewards of a switch to James Owen and with the promise of more to come for this yard, he can supplement his Southwell success Letsbrefrank won this series in 2024 and is one of 4 Jim Goldie inmates, with Cascade Hall also of interest. It’s A Love Thing also warrants a mention based on his recent AW form.
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Race 5 5.45PM
Total prize fund £30000 About one mile one furlong (8f abt 208yds) for three yrs old
THE SKY BET BUILD A BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381. (Penalty Value £15462) Weights raised 2lb 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 (44 wins from 344 runners, 13%) runs NATIVE HONEY
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (6 wins from 32 runners, 19%) runs ARBITRATION
Longest Travellers: SPRINGBOK trained by R Fahey, MAGELLAN CLOUD trained by J & S Quinn, Malton, 201 miles
B c Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Zam Zoom (IRE)
Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Breeder: Ballymaglassan Farm Limited
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
(32) 9 9 (1)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE striped sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 21-1 D 2 wins £7344
TIMEFORM VIEW Has made a promising start to his career. Shaped like the best horse when runner-up on debut and duly followed up with back-to-back victories, latest after 3 months off when winning a Wolverhampton novice (9.5f), always holding on. Remains unexposed on turf debut and could well land the hat-trick.
Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 84
2
MAGELLAN CLOUD (GB) (159)
B g Mohaather - Ocean Paradise
Owner: Opulence Thoroughbreds & Ross Harmon
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
Breeder: Merton Place Stud
Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd
9 5 (8)
Colours: NAVY, GOLD braids, CREAM sleeves, NAVY cap, GOLD tassel Form: 431- 1 win £3780
TIMEFORM VIEW Attracted support when placed on second start in a 1m York maiden. Build on that when off the mark down in trip at Redcar (7f) next time, staying on well having been off the bridle a long way out. Step back up in trip should suit and he’s one to consider on handicap debut.
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 80
3 ARBITRATION (IRE) (211)
B g Beckford - Orphan Annie (IRE)
Owner: Newtown Anner Stud Farm
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Breeder: Mr Maurice Regan
Jason Hart
9 4 (6)
Colours: BEIGE, DARK BLUE Cross of Lorraine and sleeves, DARK BLUE cap, BEIGE star Form: 555-
TIMEFORM VIEW Left previous form behind when fifth in a valuable 1m Doncaster maiden on his final run of last season. Has been gelded in the interim and may do even better now handicapping, representing an excellent yard.
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Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 79
DEFENCE MISSILE (IRE)
B g Sottsass (FR) - Moranda (FR)
Owner: Mr Paul Corrigan
Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Breeder: White Birch Sc & Lynch Bages Ltd
Sponsor: McGoldrick’s Pool & Sports Bar
(213) 9 3 (7)
Colours: WHITE, large BLACK spots, YELLOW and BLACK striped sleeves, RED and BLACK check cap Form: 20346-
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran creditably when third in a Salisbury novice in July for Eve Johnson Houghton but failed to progress in nurseries subsequently, including when tried in first-time cheekpieces on final run for that yard. Has a bit to find on stable debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 78
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CHESNEYS CHARM (GB) (44)
B g Mohaather - Velvet Charm
Owner: James Paul Services To Industry Ltd
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton
Breeder: Pantile Stud
9 2 (4)
Colours: RED, ROYAL BLUE stars on sleeves, ROYAL BLUE and RED check cap Form: 41432-6 3 wins £12875
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner on the all-weather for Michael Bell and landed a third success on debut for this yard back in October His progress has somewhat stalled since and he looked a tricky ride when finishing last at Southwell (after 4 months off) last time Others preferred. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 77
6 I AM ME (IRE) (151) 9 1 (5)
B c Dandy Man (IRE) - Arabian Maiden
Owner: Gaelic Bloodstock
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
Breeder: Lynn Lodge Stud
Sponsor: Tote
Colours: DARK GREEN, WHITE stripe, sleeves and diamond on cap Form: 2530-
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran to a fairly-useful level when runner-up on debut for Donnacha O’Brien last season but failed to progress subsequently, tried in cheekpieces for final two starts for that yard (removed). Worth a market check on stable debut but he could be vulnerable to a more progressive type
Joe Fanning
Clifford Lee
Tommie Jakes (5)
Oliver Stammers
Callum Rodriguez
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SPRINGBOK (GB) (201)
B g Too Darn Hot - Belle Rose (SAF)
Owner: Mrs Edelle Logan
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Breeder: The Pocock Family
9 0 (3)
Colours: BLACK, BEIGE stripe, hooped sleeves, check cap Form: 5435-
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed something to work with on last two starts in maidens, well placed when finishing 1
1/2 lengths fifth of 6 at Beverley last September Has been gelded and the market should guide expectations on handicap debut following 6-months off Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 75
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NATIVE HONEY (IRE) (176)
B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Meala (IRE)
Owner: Belgate Racing Limited
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow Breeder: J. S. Bolger
8 12 (2)
Colours: WHITE and BLACK stripes, BLACK sleeves, WHITE spots Form: 40002-
TIMEFORM VIEW Backed at double-figure odds when posting his best effort to date on final start for Jim Bolger last season, keeping on to finish second of 9 in nursery at Leopardstown (8f, soft). Interesting recruit for yard that have made a flying start to the season. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 73
2024 WINNER: ICE MAX 3 9 11 Clifford Lee 15-8 (K R Burke) 8 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Marhaba Ghaiyyath (IRE), 5-1 Magellan Cloud (GB), 8-1 Springbok (GB), 9-1 I Am Me (IRE), 11-1 Arbitration (IRE), 14-1 Native Honey (IRE), 20-1 Chesneys Charm (GB), 25-1 Defence Missile (IRE)
Hat-trick seeking MARHABA GHAIYYATH has been winning with something to spare and looks open to improvement on handicap/turf debut. He appeals most ahead of last-time out winner Magellan Cloud who shaped as though he will appreciate this longer trip on handicap debut, while Native Honey has to be respected on stable debut with his yard in flying form.
Oisin Orr
Amie Waugh (3)
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Total prize fund £22500 seven furlongs ( 7f 15yds ) for four yrs old and upwards
THE SKY BET PROUD TO SUPPORT ROR HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £9142; Second £4572; Third £2286; Fourth £1143; Fifth £572; Sixth £286. (Penalty Value £11596.50) Weights lowered 1lb 10 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Goldie (44 wins from 344 runners, 13%) runs ABDUCTION & ROCK MELODY
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Goldie (4 wins from 10 runners, 40%) runs ABDUCTION & ROCK MELODY
Weightwatcher: MISTER BLUEBIRD won off a handicap mark of 82, his rating is now down 5lb to 77.
Longest Traveller: MISTER BLUEBIRD trained by H Main, Wantage, 370 miles
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JUDGMENT CALL (GB) (50) 7 9 8 (8)
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
Colours: WHITE, large BLACK spots, YELLOW and BLACK striped sleeves, RED and BLACK check cap Form: R252-00 CD 4 wins £24969
TIMEFORM VIEW Last win came in a similar C&D handicap in summer 2023 and claims on the pick of last season’s efforts, including 2 seconds here Poor runs at Southwell to start the year, though. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 78
2
ABDUCTION
(FR) (30) 7 9 8 (7)
B g Acclamation - Perfect Day (IRE)
Owner: Dab Hand Racing
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Skymarch Farm Inc & Ecurie Des Charmes
Colours: WHITE, ROYAL BLUE cross belts, check sleeves, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE spots Form: 0226-36 D 7 wins £46019
Sponsor: K.A.P
TIMEFORM VIEW In good heart in the autumn, placed twice at Ayr, and a player having dipped in the weights if arriving in form. 1 of 2 for yard that successfully target this series Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 78
3
VINCE
LE
B g Iffraaj - Crecy
Owner: Reality Partnerships V
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Breeder: Crecy Partnership
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
PRINCE (GB) (176)
5 9 7 (2)
Colours: YELLOW, RED disc, YELLOW sleeves, RED stars, RED cap Form: 163021- D 5 wins £21461
TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off for last season with victory in 7f Catterick handicap in the mud, landing a gamble and enhancing a good course record. Gone well fresh (won on good to firm on debut) and probably not out of things off revised mark. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 77
4
JONNY CONCRETE (IRE)
B g Oasis Dream - Hot Sauce (IRE)
Owner: Mr Ian Jones
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Breeder: Highfort Stud & Mrs Olivia Hoare
Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
(194) 4 9 7 (9)
Colours: DARK GREEN, WHITE stars, LIGHT GREEN and DARK GREEN check sleeves, DARK GREEN cap, WHITE star Form: 431201- D 2 wins £9421
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved in handicaps last season, not least when the cheekpieces went on, winning twice at Ayr (6f/7f). Went close on 2-y-o debut and could have more to offer in 2025. First run here Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 77
5
MISTER BLUEBIRD (GB)
Gr g Outstrip - Childesplay
Owner: Dawn Aldham and Wetumpka Racing
Trainer: Heather Main, Wantage
Breeder: Mr J P M Main & Mr Andrew Knott
Sponsor: Tote
(104) 7 9 7 (10)
Colours: RED, LIGHT BLUE star, RED sleeves, LIGHT BLUE stars, RED cap, LIGHT BLUE star Form: 212000- CD 6 wins £40698
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at Bath in the autumn and took similar race in this series over C&D in 2022. Ran well in corresponding race on return in 2023 and good record fresh makes him of firm interest for in-form yard. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 77
6
SONDAD (GB) (227)
B g Washington DC (IRE) - Penny Garcia
Owner: G Routledge Racing
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Breeder: Mr J. Bowers
4 9 6 (3)
Colours: MAROON and YELLOW stripes, chevrons on sleeves
Form: 5/4110- 2 wins £8950
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive last summer, winning 6f Ripon novice and Southwell handicap Disappointing final start but still unexposed beginning 4-y-o campaign and should stay 7f STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 29/8/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 76
Tommie Jakes (5)
David Egan
David Allan
Andrew Mullen
Jack Mitchell
Joanna Mason
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VIBRATO (IRE)
(14) 4 9 6 (1)
B g No Nay Never (USA) - Opera Society (USA)
Owner: Mr S. Radymski
Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek
Breeder: Chelston Ireland
Sponsor: PRA World Ltd, Evolve Business Finance Limited
Colours: WHITE, PURPLE chevron, PURPLE cap Form: 1-54006 D 3 wins £12630
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form on all-weather to end 2024, winning 3 of his final 4 outings over 7f/1m. Lightly raced on turf, shaping a bit better from falling mark (2lb lower still here) at Doncaster a fortnight ago Wouldn’t dismiss Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 76
8
ROCK MELODY (IRE)
(169) 6 9 6 (6)
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: 400010- CD 7 wins £49413
TIMEFORM VIEW Habitual slow starter but it all came together as she landed a good fillies’ handicap over C&D in October, her fourth victory at Musselburgh. Returns on a workable mark and has gone well fresh. 1 of 2 for Jim Goldie Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 76
9
BEATTIE IS BACK (GB) (50)
B g Mayson - Miss Fifty (IRE)
Owner: Richard Fahey Ebor Racing Club Ltd
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Breeder: Mr & Mrs Sandy Orr
6 9 5 (11)
Colours: BLACK, ORANGE stars, ORANGE and BLACK striped cap Form: 013-260 D 3 wins £13450
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly raced on turf, with all 3 of his wins coming on AW Below form the last twice and bit to find with blinkers replacing cheekpieces worn last time Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 75 Oisin Orr
10 STOCKPYLE
(GB) (14) 6 9 5 (5)
B g Oasis Dream - La Pyle (FR)
Owner: Tor Side Racing
Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley
Breeder: Knox & Wells Limited & R. Devlin
Sponsor: Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW epaulets, YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE hooped sleeves, striped cap Form: 5060-42 D 4 wins £17947
TIMEFORM VIEW Won back-to-back races last summer and much better for first run for this yard when going close in hot 7f Doncaster handicap a fortnight ago, keeping on well First start here and good claims nudged back up 2lb Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 75 P. J. McDonald
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HECTIC
(GB) (12)
B g Massaat (IRE) - Ceedwell
Owner: Mrs Ailsa Stirling
Trainer: Liam Bailey, Middleham
Breeder: Miss Nell Kent & Miss Sophie Bates
Sponsor: Show Business Interiors Ltd
5 9 5 (4)
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, BROWN spots and sleeves, BROWN cap, LIGHT BLUE spots Form: 05501-3 2 wins £8744
TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off for Roger Fell with victory in 6f Southwell handicap in October in first-time visor and ran creditably having been easy to back on first outing for new yard at Wolverhampton a fortnight ago (nearest finish). Return to 7f will suit and one to consider Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 75
12
BENACRE (IRE) (17)
B g Australia - Sent From Heaven (IRE)
Owner: Susan and John Waterworth
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Breeder: C. O. P. Hanbury
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
5 9 4 (12)
Colours: BLACK, WHITE triple diamond, WHITE and BLACK striped sleeves, BLACK cap, WHITE diamond.
Form: 00500-5 D 3 wins £18252
TIMEFORM VIEW Not won for ages and couldn’t take a big enough step back in the right direction to justify strong market confidence dropped to this grade on return at Chelmsford (1m) a fortnight ago Down another 2lb and might be closer to form here Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 74
2024 WINNER: LIAMARTY DREAMS 5 9 4 Clifford Lee 7-2 (K R Burke) 11 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 12
Blinkers worn first time by No 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 4, 5, 8.
Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Vince Le Prince (GB), 6-1 Stockpyle (GB), 13-2 Mister Bluebird (GB), 7-1 Jonny Concrete (IRE), 11-1 Abduction (FR), 12-1 Hectic (GB), 14-1 Sondad (GB), Rock Melody (IRE), Benacre (IRE), 20-1 Vibrato (IRE), 33-1 Judgment Call (GB), Beattie Is Back (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
MISTER BLUEBIRD has a good record fresh and has previous in this series here, winning a C&D handicap in 2022 and running well on his return in the 2023 competition. He reappears with his yard among the winners so ticks plenty of boxes Stockpyle ran a screamer in a hot Doncaster handicap on the opening weekend of the season and can go well again. Jonny Concrete and Hectic are a couple of others to consider
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MISTER BLUEBIRD 2.STOCKPYLE 3.JONNY
George Wood
Paul Mulrennan
Billy Garritty
Joe Fanning
Stalls: Stands Side
Total prize fund £50000 seven furlongs ( 7f 15yds ) for four yrs old and upwards THE
SKY BET FOR THE FANS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £20315; Second £10160; Third £5080; Fourth £2540; Fifth £1270; Sixth £635. (Penalty Value £25770) SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Goldie (44 wins from 344 runners, 13%) runs ORIENTAL PRINCE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Goldie (4 wins from 10 runners, 40%) runs ORIENTAL PRINCE
Weightwatcher: GWEEDORE won off a handicap mark of 97, his rating is now down 7lb to 90.
Longest Traveller: CATCH THE PADDY trained by P J Mckenna, Ireland.
1 RAMAZAN (IRE) (155) 5 9 12 (8)
B g Kodiac - Hanalei Memories (USA)
Owner: KHK Racing
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Breeder: Mr M. Al Naemi
Sponsor: Richard Fahey Racing
Colours: YELLOW and BLACK stripes, halved sleeves Form: 002030- D 4 wins £93046
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart performer who was back at the very top of his game when runner-up in Great St Wilfrid at Ripon (6f, good to firm) in August. Not in the same form in his 3 subsequent outings, but he’s capable of getting involved if ready to go after 5 months off Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 102
2 NEW IMAGE (GB) (218) 5 9 5 (7)
B g Frankel - Modern Look
Owner: Thoroughbred British Racing
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd
Sponsor: Thoroughbred British Racing
Colours: DARK BLUE, YELLOW hoop Form: 1321D0- CD 4 wins £71038
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth win of a productive first campaign with this yard when scoring at Ascot (8f, good to firm) in August. Possibly found race coming too soon next time, before not seen to best effect back at Ascot on final outing in September Interesting having won on last season’s return. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 95
3 GWEEDORE (GB) (58)
B g Epaulette (AUS) - Ares Choix
Owner: Lamont Racing
Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels
Breeder: D. R. Tucker
Sponsor: Lamont Racing
8 9 0 (2)
Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE cross belts, MAROON and YELLOW striped sleeves, hooped cap Form: 034/0-00 CD 12 wins £96327
TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded a fourth C&D victory when successful here on 2023 return and also won twice that summer However, only raced once last year and has finished down the field both outings in the current campaign. Others more persuasive even back at this venue Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 90
4
SPIRIT GENIE (IRE)
(15) 5 8 13 (9)
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Prima Luce (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Ros Marriott
Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek
Breeder: Kilcarn Stud
Sponsor: Torvic Magnets, PRA World Ltd
Colours: ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW (quartered), striped sleeves and cap Form: 06010-0 D 5 wins £51543
TIMEFORM VIEW Proved better than ever last year, winning 3 times with his latest success at Haydock (7.2f, heavy) in September After 6 months off (had wind op), met trouble in running when mid-field at Doncaster 15 days ago, so he’s not ruled out with that run behind him. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 89
5
OUR HAVANA (GB) (15)
B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Jalela
Owner: MacIntosh Knaggs Partnership
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Breeder: The Jalela Partnership
Sponsor: Macintosh James
4 8 11 (3)
Colours: RED, WHITE hollow box, striped sleeves, check cap Form: 02-1610 D 3 wins £18984
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown improved form this year, making it 2 wins from 3 starts with an easy success at Southwell (7.1f) in March. Did too much too soon under a penalty when well held at Doncaster (8f, good) 15 days ago and no surprise to see him bounce back. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 87
6
CATCH THE PADDY (IRE) (23)
B g No Nay Never (USA) - Pandora’s Box (IRE)
Owner: Patrick J McKenna / Emmet McKenna
Trainer: P. J. McKenna, Northern Ireland
Breeder: Lynch Bages Ltd
5 8 10 (4)
Colours: YELLOW, BLACK and WHITE check cap Form: 033604 D BF 4 wins £39096
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed twice at Dundalk in February and, after a couple of lesser efforts, got back on track when fourth of 8 in handicap at the same course (7f) 23 days ago Best form on turf has came on decent ground, so he could be in the mix. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 86
Oisin Orr
Daniel Tudhope
Jason Hart
George Wood
Billy Garritty
P. J. McDonald
7
DAIN MA NUT IN (IRE) (206)
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
4 8 8 (1)
Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE cross belts, YELLOW and MAROON striped sleeves, RED cap Form: 336111- C 3 wins £13201
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden winner at this course (8f) in August and improved further when following up in handicap back here the following month. Under a penalty, showed good attitude when completing the hat-trick at Ayr (8f, good to firm) and he could make a bold bid on return.
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 84
Rowan Scott
8
LIAMARTY DREAMS (GB)
B g Oasis Dream - Heavenly Verse
Owner: Mr Liam Kelly & Mrs E Burke
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Breeder: Whitwell Bldstock & Magnolia Bldstock
Sponsor: KB Spigot Ltd
(14) 6 8 7 (5)
Colours: EMERALD GREEN, YELLOW Cross of Lorraine, armlets and diamonds on cap Form: 000-400 CD 6 wins £46111
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner struggled for form at the end of last season but fared much better on return when fourth of 12 at Newcastle (8f) in January, albeit with the benefit of an easy lead. Failed to back that up when well held at Southwell last time NON RUNNER. Star RatingIIIII Official BHA Rating 83
9
ORIENTAL PRINCE (GB) (11)
B g Orientor - Eternalist
Owner: Johnnie Delta Racing
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Johnnie Delta Racing
Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing
4 8 2 (6)
Colours: BLACK, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK armlets, BLACK cap, YELLOW stars Form: 210111 6 wins £25332
TIMEFORM VIEW Has thrived since the application of a hood, making it 6 wins from his last 8 starts when making all at Southwell (6.1f) 11 days ago This is a much tougher ask upped in grade, but he won readily last time and has to be respected in his current form. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 76
2024 WINNER: EQUALITY 6 9 12 Saffie Osborne 10-3 (Charles Hills) 15 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Non Runner
Hood worn first time by No 2. Hood worn by No 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4. Probable S.P’s: 4-1 New Image (GB), 9-2 Oriental Prince (GB), 5-1 Dain Ma Nut In (IRE), 6-1 Ramazan (IRE), Catch The Paddy (IRE), 10-1 Our Havana (GB), 11-1 Spirit Genie (IRE), 18-1 Gweedore (GB)
Having arrived in top form, OUR HAVANA is best excused his run at Doncaster last time having forced the pace upped in trip, so he is taken to resume winning ways returned to this shorter distance He can see off the challenge of Oriental Prince, who isn’t taken lightly in his bid for a 4-timer, while New Image is also considered on his return.
Amie
Waugh (3)
