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TRAINERS TO WATCH JIM GOLDIE, runaway leading trainer, repeats yesterday’s 7 runner feat with another book of 7 entrants. He’ll be hoping that Savoy Blue comes home in the second at 2.45pm, before saddling 4 in the feature race at 3.45pm: Trojan Sun, Gallus Norman, Furhaan, and Cascade Hall, and Joshuas Dream in the penultimate at 4.15pm. Hot on his heels is TIM EASTERBY, saddling 5 today, spread over a greater diversity of races than his rival - Inns And Out (2.15pm), Spectacular Diver (2.45pm), Only Dream Big (3.15pm), Vince Le Prince (4.15pm) and Albegone (4.45pm).

RACE DESCRIPTIONS 2.15 THE EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES This race is a seven furlongs maiden stakes for two-year-olds. Maiden races provide a starting point for young horses that are yet to record a victory and most will be very lightly-raced or be making their racecourse debuts. Previous experience can count for a lot when searching for the winner but well-bred or precocious juveniles are more than capable of landing the prize at the ﬁrst time of asking.

2.45 THE NATIONAL RACEHORSE WEEK 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 65.

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

3.45 THE PORTOBELLO CUP HANDICAP STAKES This is a two miles and two furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 61 to 80. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have run at least three times in a Flat race in Britain, or have run in no more than two Flat races run in Britain and won at least one of them. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap. In simple terms a horse rated 75 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 70.

4.15 THE AAB GROUP AND BIBBY FINANCIAL SERVICES HANDICAP STAKES This is a seven furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 65. Once a horse has qualiﬁed for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 6lb. .

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

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Race 1

Start

2.15PM

Stalls: Inside

Seven furlongs (7f 15yds)

Total prize fund £11000 for maiden two yrs old

THE EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands C and D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Owners Prize Money. Winner £4694; Second £2346; Third £1174; Fourth £586. (Penalty Value £5940) SS

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (20-25): K R Burke (30 wins from 104 runners, 29%) runs VEGASMILE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (8 wins from 44 runners, 18%) runs VEGASMILE Fancy That: C Johnston won this race in 2023 and 2025. The stable runs WILD ORCHID today. Longest Traveller: PIGEON PETE trained by O Greenall & J Guerrieo, Malpas, 242 miles.

Horse

DIPLOMACY (GB) (13)

Ch g Showcasing - Borja (IRE)

Draw

(6)

Jockey

Owner: Ryedale Racing & Southbank Racing Colours: WHITE, ORANGE chevrons and Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton armlets. Breeder: Whatton Manor Stud Form: 60 0 wins £0 Sponsor: Asset Finance Solutions (UK) Ltd. TIMEFORM VIEW More one for nurseries based on his pair of 7f starts in recent weeks. Star RatingHHIII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating -

THREEOCLOCKFLYER (GB) (50) B g Showcasing - Spirit of Appin

Billy Garritty

(8)

Owner: Sangwin Bloodstock Racing Colours: RED, BLACK epaulets and sleeves, Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton WHITE cap. Breeder: Wellsummers Farm Form: 0 0 wins £0 Sponsor: Stittenham Farms

TIMEFORM VIEW 100/1, showed only greenness when always behind on 7f Ayr debut 7 weeks ago. Star RatingHIIII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating -

VEGASMILE (IRE) (-)

B c Lucky Vega (IRE) - Fleeting Smile (USA)

Joanna Mason

(1)

Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd LIII & E Burke Colours: BEIGE, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn BLUE cap. Breeder: Mr Emir Alkas Form: 0 wins £0 Sponsor: Hambleton Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 22. €45,000 Lucky Vega colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including 1m-2m winner Fleetfoot and 1m winner Mashaaer, both useful. Likely type on paper for a top stable. Star RatingHHHHH Ofﬁcial BHA Rating -

COUL BLUE (IRE) (17) (3lb)

Gr g Gregorian (IRE) - Coul Queen (IRE)

Owner: Mrs T Burns and RJH Ltd Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington Breeder: Rathasker Stud Sponsor: Denton Hall Racing Ltd

(4)

Colours: BROWN and RED (halved), sleeves reversed, RED cap. Form: 46 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW No promise both starts (beaten over 13 lengths when fourth of 5 on C&D debut). Star RatingHHIII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating -

INNS AND OUT (IRE) (32) (3lb)

B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Keska

Owner: S Bulmer, P Hebdon & Partner Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: Phillistown House Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, large WHITE spots, halved sleeves. Form: 5360 0 wins £0

PIGEON PETE (GB) (-) (3lb)

Ch g Cracksman - Quemonda

Owner: Mrs Sarah Bryan Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas Breeder: Mrs E. A. Bass Sponsor: Dodson & Horrell Ltd

Connor Beasley

(2)

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form, failing to improve for a switch to nursery company latest. Vulnerable to newcomers with potential. Star RatingHHHII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 60

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Jason Hart

4 (10)

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW seams, YELLOW sleeves, ROYAL BLUE spots, ROYAL BLUE cap, YELLOW spots. Form: 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 29. 10,000 gns Cracksman gelding. Dam 1 1/4m winner out of useful 1m winner Quesada. Stable not noted for juvenile success. Star RatingHHIII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating -

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SWEET IRIS (IRE) (14)

Ch f Blackbeard (IRE) - Fashion Darling (IRE)

(7)

Owner: Mr M. J. Macleod Colours: RED and BLACK diamonds, RED Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton sleeves, BLACK armlets and diamonds on cap. Breeder: Andrew Rosen & Kilshannig Stud Form: 025 0 wins £0 Sponsor: Leods Contracts Limited, Baker Finch Interiors

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved from debut when second of 8 in 7f York novice last month, albeit no match for an easy winner. Disappointing last of 5 at Carlisle since but should have a part to play if back to the York form. Star RatingHHHII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 65

BASMAAH (IRE) (18) (3lb) Ch f Bayside Boy (IRE) - Axxeleration

8 13

Oisin Orr

(5)

TIMEFORM VIEW 80/1, tenth of 11 in maiden at Thirsk (5f, good) on debut 18 days ago. Signiﬁcantly up in trip. Star RatingHIIII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating -

GORDONS GIRL (GB) (-) (3lb) B f Cracksman - Midday Martini (IRE)

8 13

Andrew Mullen

(9)

Owner: Ah Yates Limited Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoop, WHITE Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley sleeves, LIGHT BLUE armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap, Breeder: Windmill House Thoroughbred Limited WHITE star. Sponsor: GAIN Equine Nutrition Form: 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 17. Cracksman filly and the first foal of a mare who ran twice (5f/6f) as a 2-y-o. In good hands and doesn’t have a high standard to aim at on debut. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

WILD ORCHID (GB) (21) (3lb) B f Showcasing - Orchid Lily

Owner: Kingsley Park 44 Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

8 13

Daniel Tudhope

(3)

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT GREEN epaulets. Form: 40 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Comfortably held in Lingﬁeld maidens over 6f (turf) and 7f (all-weather) in recent weeks. Early days but improvement will be needed. Star RatingHHIII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating -

Sam James

2025 WINNER: BORN A STAR (IRE) 2 9 7 Connor Beasley 8-1 (Charlie Johnston) 8 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Running for the first time since Gelding No. 6. Probable S.P’s: 2-1 Vegasmile (IRE), 7-2 Sweet Iris (IRE), 4-1 Gordons Girl (GB), 10-1 Wild Orchid (GB), 11-1 Inns And Out (IRE), 18-1 Pigeon Pete (GB), 40-1 Coul Blue (IRE), 50-1 Diplomacy (GB), 80-1 Threeoclockflyer (GB), 100-1 Basmaah (IRE) Those with experience don’t set the bar high so VEGASMILE is selected to make a winning debut for Karl Burke, with confidence in his chance increased should the betting vibes be strong. Gordons Girl is another newcomer from a good stable and is second choice ahead of Sweet Iris, who was second at York in July but has disappointed at Carlisle since.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.VEGASMILE (IRE) 2.GORDONS GIRL 3.SWEET IRIS (IRE)

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RACE 1

Owner: Mr Mohamed Rashid Hamdan Al Saadi Colours: BROWN, ORANGE collar, rectangle Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham shape split sash, ORANGE sleeves, BROWN Breeder: Mr Padraic O’Neill cuffs and cap, ORANGE peak and bobble. Form: 0 0 wins £0

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Race 2

2.45PM Stalls: Stands Side

Start

Five furlongs (5f abt 1yd)

Total prize fund £7000 for two yrs old

THE NATIONAL RACEHORSE WEEK NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

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

RACE STATS

Leading course trainer (20-25): J Goldie (60 wins from 451 runners, 13%) runs SAVOY BLUE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D O’Meara (7 wins from 52 runners, 13%) runs MARDY BUM Longest Travellers: SPECTACULAR DIVER trained by T Easterby, Malton, LAURALYNN trained by D Carroll, both Malton, 201 miles.

Horse

NEEDIN’ U (GB) (13)

B f Land Force (IRE) - True Potential (TUR)

Owner: Mr J N Blackburn & Resdev Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton Breeder: The Pocock Family Sponsor: Sheridan Ny Llp

Draw

(6)

Colours: BEIGE, RED seams, armlets and cap. Form: 045 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown ability in a C&D seller and 5f Beverley novice the last twice but she will need to take a step forward to defy this opening mark. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 12/8/2026 it was reported that the horse ran too free. Star RatingHHHII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 64

SPECTACULAR DIVER (IRE) (13) B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Betsey Trotter (IRE)

Owner: Mr M. J. Macleod Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: Ballyhane Stud Sponsor: Leods Contracts Limited, Baker Finch Interiors

Billy Garritty

(2)

Colours: RED and BLACK diamonds, RED sleeves, BLACK armlets and diamonds on cap. Form: 2563 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to something like his debut form when third of 10 in novice at Beverley (5f, good) 13 days ago. Respected nursery debutant. Star RatingHHHHI Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 64

Jockey

LAURALYNN (IRE) (14)

B f Inns of Court (IRE) - Espirit d’Escalier (IRE)

Jason Hart

(3)

Owner: Ger O’Neill & Unique Retreats Stays Ltd Colours: RED and WHITE check, WHITE and Trainer: Declan Carroll, Malton RED halved sleeves. Breeder: Mr Declan McStay Form: 32103 D 1 wins £4320

TIMEFORM VIEW Made all in 5f Southwell maiden in May. Found the listed Marygate too much at York later that month but back on track with her sights lowered after a break when third of 7 in 5f Carlisle nursery (good to ﬁrm) a fortnight ago. Bold show likely dropped to a Class 6. Star RatingHHHHH Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 64

AODHAN (GB) (56)

B g Caturra (IRE) - M’Selle (IRE)

Zak Wheatley

(5)

Owner: Mr Michael Hughes Colours: BLACK, BEIGE star, GREY sleeves. Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgeﬁeld Form: 004 0 wins £0 Breeder: D. R. Tucker Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds, Drainage Yorkshire Groudworks Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort when fourth of 6 in C&D maiden (good to firm) in June. Given 8 weeks off ahead of this first nursery. Improvement wouldn’t surprise. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 63

MARDY BUM (IRE) (12)

B f No Nay Never (USA) - Cheshire Plain (FR)

Owner: Highbank Stud & Partner Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Breeder: Highbank Stud LLP Sponsor: GAIN Equine Nutrition

(1)

Colours: YELLOW, DARK BLUE stripe, WHITE sleeves and cap. Form: 043300 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved when third on nursery debut at Catterick (5f) but hasn’t been in the same form since. Bounce back needed. Star RatingHHIII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 56

BEA KINDLY (GB) (32)

B f Caturra (IRE) - Kindly

David Nolan

Mark Winn

(8)

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE chevron, ROYAL Owner: Mr S. Rain BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars and cap. Trainer: Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor Form: 0600 0 wins £0 Breeder: R T Heayns-Corrick Sponsor: Probio Energy International Ltd, Swr Trading Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Has offered little in her 4 starts so far, including in a nursery. First-time cheekpieces need to spark improvement. Star RatingHHIII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 48

William Pyle

STAY ON TAB (GB) (87) B c Harry Angel (IRE) - Exceedingly Sonic

Owner: Mr Bruce Jones & I Jardine Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Breeder: Mr Nicholas a Conway Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

(7)

Colours: ORANGE and BLACK diamonds. Form: 6360 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact so far. Has ﬁrst-time blinkers added to the tongue tie he wore last time now moving into a nursery. Star RatingHHIII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 46

SAVOY BLUE (IRE) (39)

Ch f Space Blues (IRE) - Savoy Showgirl (IRE)

Owner: The Strattonites Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow Breeder: Lynn Lodge Stud & Pier House Stud

Andrew Mullen

(4)

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE cross belts, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, PINK stars and cap. Form: 605 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t beaten a rival in 3 sprint maidens this summer. More chance now handicapping but still hard to make a case for. Star RatingHHIII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 36 Lauren Young (5)

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Blinkers worn first time by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Hood worn by No. 1, 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Lauralynn (IRE), 5-2 Spectacular Diver (IRE), 5-1 Needin’ U (GB), 7-1 Aodhan (GB), 16-1 Mardy Bum (IRE), 25-1 Stay On Tab (GB), 28-1 Savoy Blue (IRE), 66-1 Bea Kindly (GB) LAURALYNN was up against a couple of well-treated rivals when third in a Carlisle Class 5 on her first attempt in a nursery and this looks an easier assignment. If Spectacular Diver reproduces the form he showed when third in novice company at Beverley last time he might provide the chief threat ahead of fellow nursery newcomer Aodhan.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LAURALYNN (IRE) 2.SPECTACULAR DIVER (IRE) 3.AODHAN

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RACE 2

2025 WINNER: DAVORGE NATION (IRE) 2 9 3 Zak Wheatley 10-3 (Declan Carroll) 6 ran

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Start

Race 3

3.15PM Stalls: Inside

About one mile one furlong (8f abt 208yds)

Total prize fund £7000 for three yrs old

THE THOMSON BETHUNE 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): T Easterby (26 wins from 199 runners, 13%) runs ONLY DREAM BIG Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): E Bethell (7 wins from 29 runners, 24%) runs AMBER HAMUR Longest Travellers: BALMORAL BOY trained by N Tinkler, ONLY DREAM BIG trained by T Easterby, POSITIVE THOUGHTS trained by J & S Quinn, all Malton, 201 miles.

Horse

AMBER HAMUR (IRE) (22)

B f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Yellowhammer

Owner: Mrs Doreen M. Swinburn Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham Breeder: Epona Bloodstock Ltd

Draw

(2)

Colours: LIGHT BLUE, BLACK and LIGHT BLUE striped sleeves and cap. Form: 5-46211 2 wins £7327

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to win for George Boughey but thriving for Ed Bethell, winning around 1m at Hamilton and Ripon (both good to ﬁrm) this summer. A further 5lb rise doesn’t look enough to prevent the hat-trick for her in-form stable. Star RatingHHHHH Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 65

Jockey

VITALITY (IRE) (14)

Ch f New Bay - Effervesce (IRE)

Connor Beasley

(7)

Owner: Miss D Finkler, A Herd, Dr P Holloway 1 Colours: PURPLE, large WHITE spots, WHITE Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham sleeves, PURPLE armlets. Breeder: Norelands Bloodstock Form: 324605 0 wins £0 Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort when second in 8.5f novice at Epsom in April. Hasn’t come close to reproducing that level since, including 3 handicaps, but this is her ﬁrst Class 6 and Danny Tudhope is a good booking. Star RatingHHHII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 64

ONLY DREAM BIG (GB) (14)

B f Dream Ahead (USA) - River Song (USA)

(1)

Owner: Mrs Jennifer E. Pallister Colours: BLACK, EMERALD GREEN star on Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton body and cap, WHITE sleeves. Breeder: Bearstone Stud Form: 115563 C 2 wins £6804 Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Improved for switch to more positive tactics with back-to-back wins at Redcar (7f) and this venue (1m) in June. Best effort since when close third of 7 at Carlisle (7f, good to ﬁrm) 14 days ago. Same mark today but stamina an unknown over the longest trip she’s tackled. Star RatingHHHII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 62

HORWICH (GB) (10)

B g Mayson - Hilldale

Daniel Tudhope

Paul Mulrennan

(6)

Owner: Foxtrot Racing Horwich Colours: LIGHT BLUE, WHITE epaulets, halved Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington sleeves, RED cap. Breeder: Highﬁeld Farm LLP Form: 46606U 2 wins £8802 Sponsor: Foxtrot Racing, Formulated Polymer Products Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Free-going sort who won his ﬁrst 2 starts for Clive Cox at the turn of the year but has largely struggled in handicaps since joining Ruth Carr. Star RatingHHIII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 58

BALMORAL BOY (IRE) (29)

B g Supremacy (IRE) - Dame Shirley

James Sullivan

(3)

Owner: Simcam Racing Colours: BLACK, ORANGE stars, sleeves and Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton stars on cap. Breeder: Denis Phelan Form: 650042 0 wins £0 Sponsor: North Group Limited, Simpson Refractories Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran his best race when second of 7 in handicap at Ripon 4 weeks ago, looking suited by the step up to 1 1/4m. Likely to be on the premises again. Star RatingHHHII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 58

POSITIVE THOUGHTS (IRE) (15)

B f Elzaam (AUS) - Carpe Diem Lady (IRE)

Owner: The Desperados Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton Breeder: Bec Bloodstock Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd

Alex Jary (3)

(5)

Colours: PINK, YELLOW epaulets, hooped sleeves and star on cap. Form: 605360 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran up to best when third of 6 in handicap at Hamilton last month but 2 lesser efforts have followed, including in blinkers latest. Star RatingHHIII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 57

Jason Hart

Thomson Bethune Ltd

DALAMARA (GB) (17) Ch f Ulysses (IRE) - Lady Lekki (IRE)

8 12

(4)

Owner: MPS Racing Partners, Shapiro & Clifford Colours: LIGHT GREEN, WHITE stars on sleeves, Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham LIGHT GREEN cap, WHITE star. Breeder: Daniel Shapiro Form: 1-42464 1 wins £3140

TIMEFORM VIEW Won over 1m on all-weather last December and mostly creditable efforts in defeat this year, including fourth of 8 at Redcar (1m, good to ﬁrm) 17 days ago. First-time cheekpieces won’t need to give her too much more. Star RatingHHHII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 54

TRUCIAL PEARL (GB) (40)

B f Ardad (IRE) - Emirates Rewards

Andrew Mullen

(8)

Owner: Mick & David Easterby 50 Racing Colours: RED, BLACK stripe, hooped sleeves, Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton WHITE cap, BLACK diamonds. Breeder: Emirates Rewards Partnership Form: 365314 BF 1 wins £3663 Sponsor: Stittenham Farms

TIMEFORM VIEW Upped her game when off the mark in 1m Ripon handicap in June, seeing off one who won his next 2 starts. Shaped as if still in form when fourth of 13 in 1m Thirsk classiﬁed event since. Respected. Star RatingHHHHI Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 49

Joanna Mason

2025 WINNER: AMIDST THE CHAOS (IRE) 3 9 9 Rowan Scott 11-4 (Nigel Tinkler) 7 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 7. Hood worn by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 3, 6. Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Amber Hamur (IRE), 4-1 Trucial Pearl (GB), 13-2 Only Dream Big (GB), 9-1 Vitality (IRE), Balmoral Boy (IRE), 12-1 Dalamara (GB), 14-1 Positive Thoughts (IRE), 22-1 Horwich (GB) Ed Bethell is enjoying an excellent August and AMBER HAMUR can provide him with another winner and complete a hat-trick of her own. Trucial Pearl remains nicely handicapped on the form of her Ripon win and is feared most ahead of Vitality, who has often proved a bit too headstrong for her own good since a good run at Epsom in the spring but Danny Tudhope could be the man to settle her.

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TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.AMBER HAMUR (IRE) 2.TRUCIAL PEARL 3.VITALITY (IRE)

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Race 4

3.45PM Stalls: Inside

Two miles about two furlongs (2m 2f abt 28yds)

Total prize fund £20000

for four yrs old and upwards

THE PORTOBELLO CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS RACE)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £8258; Second £4130; Third £2064; Fourth £1032; Fifth £516. (Penalty Value £10468) Weights raised 4lb 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 (60 wins from 451 runners, 13%) runs CASCADE HALL & FURHAAN & GALLUS NORMAN & TROJAN SUN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Goldie (5 wins from 35 runners, 14%) runs CASCADE HALL and FURHAAN & GALLUS NORMAN & TROJAN SUN Fancy That: J Goldie won this race in 2023 and 2024. The stable runs CASCADE HALL & FURHAAN & GALLUS NORMAN & TROJAN SUN today. Longest Traveller: VAGUELY ROYAL trained by I Williams, Alvechurch, 297 miles. No

Horse

Age

INAPPROPRIATE (IRE) (25)

Ch g Churchill (IRE) - Kimblewick (IRE)

Owner: The Farming Boys Trainer: Ewan Whillans, Hawick Breeder: Grenane House Stud Sponsor: Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear

Draw

(4)

Colours: RED, GREY spots, BLACK sleeves, RED and GREY quartered cap. Form: 624321 C 5 wins £44877

TIMEFORM VIEW Not long with current yard and recorded first win for some time when taking 6-runner handicap at this course (2m, good to firm) 25 days ago. Just 1lb higher now and ought to go well again. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 76

FAST FRED (GB) (18)

B g Outstrip - Star Story

Owner: Mr J. A. Swinbank Trainer: Phillip Makin, Leyburn Breeder: Star Story Partnership

Colours: WHITE, CHOCOLATE spots, PINK cap. Form: 204022 C 5 wins £29803

TROJAN SUN (GB) (25)

B g Sun Central (IRE) - Morena Park

Owner: MRS MICHELE CRAIG & Jim Goldie Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow Breeder: Elusive Bloodstock Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing

Br g Galileo (IRE) - Danilovna (IRE)

B g Doyen (IRE) - First Line (GER)

Sam James

(1)

Colours: PINK, ROYAL BLUE chevrons and armlets. Form: 016300 CD 6 wins £31927

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 4 times in 2025 and capitalised on drop in grade to open his account for season at Carlisle (1 3/4m) in June. Been more miss than hit since, though. Cheekpieces back on. Star RatingHHIII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 73

Greg Fairley

(9)

TIMEFORM VIEW Proved better than ever when scoring over shorter trip at this course in April and has continued in good heart since, latest when creditable second of 7 in handicap (5/1) at Haydock (1 3/4m, good to ﬁrm) 18 days ago. Respected. Star RatingHHHII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 75

Jockey

VAGUELY ROYAL (IRE) (32)

Paul Mulrennan

(3)

Owner: Eventmasters Racing Colours: WHITE, BLACK seams, RED and Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch BLACK hooped sleeves, BLACK and RED Breeder: Bjorn Nielsen hooped cap. Sponsor: Eventmasters Ltd Form: 333611 6 wins £49312 TIMEFORM VIEW Rejuvenated by switch to visor when capitalising on a career-low mark at Chester last month and improved on that when following up in 13-runner handicap at York (2m, good, 10/3) 32 days ago, suited by way race developed. 4lb rise fair and looks sure to go well again. Ryan Kavanagh (3) Star RatingHHHHI Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 73

FLORIDA DREAMS (IRE) (61)

(2)

Owner: Mr J. Fyffe Colours: BLACK and PINK diabolo, BLACK Trainer: Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw sleeves, PINK cap, BLACK star. Breeder: Mrs Rita Moran Form: 535 4 wins £43136 Sponsor: JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd, Border Embroidery

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler who has posted fair form in 2 of his 3 starts on the Flat. Sent handicapping now and ought to appreciate this longer trip. Star RatingHHHII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 70

NEWPORT (GB) (17)

B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Chamber Maid

Owner: URSA Major Racing & I Jardine Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Breeder: Barton Stud Partnership Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd, Fleece Kitchen & Bar

Kevin Stott

8 13 (10)

Colours: YELLOW and PINK (quartered), PINK sleeves, YELLOW diamonds, YELLOW cap, PINK stars. Form: 400/-541 3 wins £11669

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over hurdles in June and off the mark on Flat when taking 9-runner handicap at Redcar (1 3/4m, good to ﬁrm) 17 days ago. Should appreciate this longer trip and is another to consider. Star RatingHHHII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 66

Oisin Orr

GALLUS NORMAN (GB) (24)

B g Telescope (IRE) - La Vecchia Scuola (IRE)

Owner: Gallus Racing Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow Breeder: Fi Evans & Frank Smith Sponsor: Tote

8 13

(8)

Colours: EMERALD GREEN, RED star and star on cap. Form: 213153 C 2 wins £7664

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner (2m) in May and added to that victory at Ayr the following month. Back on the up when good third of 10 in handicap over shorter trip at Hamilton 24 days ago and remains fairly treated. Star RatingHHHII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 66 Amie Waugh (3)

NED BROY (IRE) (25) B g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Nora Batty

Owner: Iain Jardine Racing Club Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Breeder: Ballyhane Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

8 11

(5)

Colours: GREY, PINK and GREY halved sleeves, PINK cap. Form: 6-62351 1 wins £3245

TIMEFORM VIEW Deservedly gained ﬁrst win when taking 9-runner handicap (4/1) at Newcastle (2m) 25 days ago by 1/2 length from Is She Now. 4lb rise fair and is one for shortlist. Star RatingHHHHH Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 64

FURHAAN (GB) (32) B g Showcasing - Galaxy Highﬂyer

8 10

Andrew Mullen

(6)

Owner: Johnnie Delta Racing Colours: BLACK, YELLOW sleeves, BLACK Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow armlets, BLACK cap, YELLOW stars. Breeder: Meon Valley Stud Form: 000523 1 wins £4396 Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning handicap debut at Windsor in September for Ed Walker and run well more recently for current yard, latest when creditable 2 1/2 lengths third of 13 to Vaguely Royal in handicap at York (2m, good, 14/1) 32 days ago, faring best of those ridden prominently. Not out of things. Lauren Young (5) Star RatingHHHII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 63

CASCADE HALL (IRE) (25)

B g Court Cave (IRE) - Bacchonthebottle (IRE)

Owner: Whitestonecliffe Racing Partnership Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow Breeder: Clare A. Kehoe Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing

8 10 (11)

Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW stars and sleeves, YELLOW cap, PURPLE stars. Form: 213433 C 2 wins £9421

TIMEFORM VIEW Won in dominant fashion over C&D in June and has remained in good form since, latest when creditable 2 1/2 lengths third of 6 to Inappropriate in handicap at this course (2m, good to ﬁrm) 25 days ago. Others look better treated, though. Star RatingHHIII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 63

IS SHE NOW (IRE) (10)

Ch m Prince of Lir (IRE) - End of The Affair (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Michelle Charlton Trainer: Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie Breeder: J. Ward Sponsor: HFF

Rhys Elliott (5)

(7)

Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN and BLACK chevrons on sleeves, WHITE cap, BLACK star. Form: 114221 C 3 wins £11212

TIMEFORM VIEW Really got her act together since joining Daragh Bourke, winning 3 of her 6 starts. Upped her game a little more when taking 7-runner handicap over shorter trip at Doncaster 10 days ago and is only 3lb higher now. Visor on first time. Likely player. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 62 Duran Fentiman 2025 WINNER: PAPER DOLL (IRE) 5 9 6 Rowan Scott 4-1 (Tristan Davidson) 8 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Visor worn first time by No. 11. Hood worn by No. 10. Blinkers worn by No. 6. Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 3, 5, 8. Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Vaguely Royal (IRE), 6-1 Is She Now (IRE), 13-2 Inappropriate (IRE), 7-1 Newport (GB), 15-2 Ned Broy (IRE), 9-1 Fast Fred (GB), 11-1 Gallus Norman (GB), 14-1 Furhaan (GB), 16-1 Cascade Hall (IRE), 33-1 Trojan Sun (GB), 40-1 Florida Dreams (IRE) NED BROY showed a good attitude when opening his account at Newcastle last month and remains on a workable mark. He gets the nod in an open-looking contest. Is She Now and Vaguely Royal head the list of dangers.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.NED BROY (IRE) 2.IS SHE NOW (IRE) 3.VAGUELY ROYAL (IRE)

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Race 5

Start

4.15PM

Stalls: Inside

Seven furlongs (7f 15yds)

Total prize fund £7000

for four yrs old and upwards

THE AAB GROUP AND BIBBY FINANCIAL SERVICES 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): J Goldie (60 wins from 451 runners, 13%) runs JOSHUAS DREAM Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): E Bethell (7 wins from 29 runners, 24%) runs EDMOND HALLEY Longest Traveller: EVANGELIC trained by R K Watson, Ireland.

Horse

Age

VINCE LE PRINCE (GB) (8)

B g Iffraaj - Crecy

Owner: Reality Partnerships V Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: Crecy Partnership Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Draw

9 (11)

Jockey

Colours: YELLOW, RED disc, YELLOW sleeves, RED stars, RED cap. Form: 530203 D 5 wins £21461

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form when creditable third of 9 in handicap at Catterick (7f, good, 11/4) 8 days ago but losing run continues to grow. Others preferred for win purposes. Star RatingHHHII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 65 Duran Fentiman

EVANGELIC (IRE) (308)

B or Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Daniela de Vega (IRE)

Owner: Mr Cathal M. McGovern Trainer: R. K. Watson, Northern Ireland Breeder: Ballylinch Stud

(4)

Colours: WHITE, YELLOW stripe, quartered cap. Form: 30/40400 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Offered little under either code for current yard and is hard to recommend. Tongue strap/ cheekpieces on for ﬁrst time. Star RatingHIIII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 63

GRESSINGTON (IRE) (34)

Gr g Outstrip - Silver Games (IRE)

Owner: URSA Major Racing Ltd and Partner Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels Breeder: Stratford Place Stud Sponsor: Katie Scott Racing Syndicate, Adra Projects Ltd

(9)

Colours: YELLOW and PINK (quartered), PINK sleeves, YELLOW diamonds, YELLOW cap, PINK stars. Form: 000040 D 4 wins £20391

TIMEFORM VIEW Newcastle winner in December but rarely threatened since. Showed a little more when fourth at Ayr last month and not seen to best effect at Catterick since. Others more convincing, though. Star RatingHHIII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 63

LUMINOUS WARRIOR (IRE) (20) 4 B g Kingman - Mambo Light (USA)

Owner: Frances Eilbeck Bloodstock Trainer: Christopher Kellett, Lathom Breeder: Woodnook Farm Pty Ltd

Colours: BLACK, BEIGE stars, BEIGE cap. Form: 006211 3 wins £10485

NOVAK (GB) (15)

Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Parknasilla (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Francesca Mitchell Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Breeder: Mrs Janis MacPherson Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

Colours: BLACK, PINK star, BLACK sleeves, PINK spots. Form: 523442 D 10 wins £47740

KEEP ME STABLE (IRE) (15)

B m Galileo Gold - Sketching

Connor Beasley

(1)

TIMEFORM VIEW Not scored for some time but largely run well in recent starts, latest when second of 12 in handicap (7/1) at Ayr (7f, good) 15 days ago. Can make presence felt. Star RatingHHHII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 62

Sam James

(2)

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to winning ways at Yarmouth (8f) last month and followed up in 7-runner handicap at same course (6f, ﬁrm) 20 days ago. Since joined new yard and remains feasibly treated. Tongue strap back on. Star RatingHHHII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 62

Rhys Elliott (5)

Andrew Mullen

2 (10)

Owner: The Hon Miss Heather Galbraith Colours: WHITE and ROYAL BLUE (halved), Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride BLACK sleeves, WHITE spots, BLACK cap. Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud Form: 3-00023 CD 7 wins £25280 Sponsor: North Allerton Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Completed a hat-trick at this course last summer and returned to form the last twice, latest when creditable third of 12 in handicap at Ayr (7f, good) 15 days ago. Warrants respect. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 10/8/2026 it was reported that the horse hung badly right-handed. Paul Mulrennan Star RatingHHHII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 58

EDMOND HALLEY (IRE) (8)

B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Haley Bop (IRE)

Owner: Gaelic Bloodstock Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham Breeder: Lemongrove Stud Sponsor: Tote

(3)

Colours: DARK GREEN, WHITE stripe, sleeves and diamond on cap. Form: 000533 BF 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in Ireland for Kieran Patrick Cotter and shaped well since joining new yard, including when third of 9 in handicap (9/4) at Catterick (6f, good) 8 days ago, clear of rest. Likely contender. Star RatingHHHHH Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 57

SIR DAVID (FR) (13)

B g Mehmas (IRE) - Hesterya (IRE)

Oisin Orr

(6)

Owner: Eddie and Fiona Carswell Colours: PINK, GREY stars on sleeves. Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton Form: 002031 D 2 wins £7615 Breeder: Al Shaqab Racing & S.C.E.A Des Prairies Sponsor: Carswells Fire Engineering Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Tumbled down the weights and back on the scoreboard when landing 13-runner handicap at Beverley (7f, good, 9/1) 13 days ago, keeping on gamely. 3lb rise fair and must enter calculations. Star RatingHHHII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 57

MONHAMMER (GB) (18) B g Awtaad (IRE) - Soviet Terms

8 13

Alex Jary (3)

(8)

Owner: The Hon Miss Heather Galbraith Colours: ROYAL BLUE and WHITE (halved), Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride BLACK sleeves, WHITE spots, ROYAL BLUE cap. Breeder: Genesis Green Stud Ltd And Thurso Ltd Form: 324611 CD 6 wins £21567 Sponsor: North Allerton Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged fourth C&D victory when landing 5-runner handicap 18 days ago by length from Keep Me Stable. This is more competitive but he can’t be ruled out. Star RatingHHHII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 55

COCONUT BAY (GB) (40)

B m Bated Breath - Tropicana Bay

Owner: Mrs Hugh Fraser Trainer: Tristan Davidson, Carlisle Breeder: Meon Valley Stud

8 11

(5)

Colours: CHOCOLATE and MAGENTA (halved), hooped sleeves, DARK GREEN cap. Form: 300432 D 7 wins £26153

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to score this term but arrives in good heart, making the frame again when creditable second of 9 in handicap at Thirsk (7f, good to ﬁrm, 11/4) 40 days ago. Merits consideration. Star RatingHHHHI Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 53

JOSHUAS DREAM (GB) (15)

B g Expert Eye - Spinning Dreams (IRE)

Jason Hart

(7)

Owner: Summerstorm Bloodstock Ltd Colours: WHITE, DARK GREEN hoops, WHITE Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow sleeves, DARK GREEN spots, DARK GREEN cap. Breeder: Summerstorm Bloodstock Limited Form: 3/00-000 0 wins £0 Sponsor: Chris’s House TIMEFORM VIEW Beaten only a head by a now-useful sort in Hamilton maiden in 2024 but has rarely threatened in a relatively light career since. Engaged 4.45 Musselburgh Monday. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 10/8/2026 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed throughout. Lauren Young (5) Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 48 2025 WINNER: HIGHLAND OLLY 4 9 9 Harrison Shaw 3-1 (Grant Tuer) 9 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11 Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Visor worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 11. Probable S.P’s: 6-1 Edmond Halley (IRE), Monhammer (GB), 13-2 Sir David (FR), 7-1 Novak (GB), Coconut Bay (GB), 15-2 Luminous Warrior (IRE), 9-1 Vince Le Prince (GB), Keep Me Stable (IRE), 28-1 Gressington (IRE), 40-1 Joshuas Dream (GB), 100-1 Evangelic (IRE) EDMOND HALLEY hasn’t been with Ed Bethell long and shaped better than the bare result when third at Catterick last week. He could be the answer here. Coconut Bay and Novak rate the principal dangers.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.EDMOND HALLEY (IRE) 2.COCONUT BAY 3.NOVAK

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4.45PM Stalls: Stands Side

Start

Five furlongs (5f abt 1yd)

Total prize fund £7000

for four yrs old and upwards

THE MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING COMPANY 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): T Easterby (26 wins from 199 runners, 13%) runs ALBEGONE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R & P Fahey (6 wins from 47 runners, 13%) runs SOUTH PARADE Longest Travellers: ALBEGONE trained by T Easterby, BEERWAH trained by J & S Quinn, SOUTH PARADE trained by R & P Fahey, all Malton, 201 miles.

Horse

Age

SOUTH PARADE (IRE) (17)

B m Invincible Army (IRE) - Rural Celebration

Owner: Richard Fahey Ebor Racing Club Ltd Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton Breeder: Grangemore Stud

Draw

(3)

Jockey

Colours: BLACK, ORANGE stars, ORANGE and BLACK striped cap. Form: 040631 CD 4 wins £16748

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who took advantage of a career-low mark when landing 12-runner handicap (9/2) at Ayr (5f, good to ﬁrm) 17 days ago. Raised 6lb since but looks a likely player. Star RatingHHHHH Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 64 Ethan Tindall (5)

BEERWAH (IRE) (25)

B g Mehmas (IRE) - Aroha (IRE)

(6)

Owner: Mr J. J. Quinn Colours: DARK GREEN, DARK GREEN and Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton BROWN diabolo on sleeves, WHITE cap. Breeder: Karis Bloodstock & Rathbarry Stud Form: 106102 D 3 wins £11331 Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner this term who returned to form when good second of 5 in handicap over longer trip at Bath 25 days ago. Just 1lb higher now and is not taken lightly. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 31/7/2026 it was reported that the horse was hampered late-on. Star RatingHHHHI Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 63

JOJO RABBIT (GB) (12)

Br g Due Diligence (USA) - Berkshire Honey

(4)

Owner: Grange Park Racing XIII & Ruth Carr Colours: BEIGE, BROWN seams, armlets and cap. Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington Form: 220640 D 9 wins £38561 Breeder: Berkshire Parts & Panels Sponsor: Grange Park Racing, Formulated Polymer Products Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW All the better for reappearance when landing 13-runner handicap at Pontefract in April. Runner-up twice later in spring and unlucky not to ﬁnish closer than fourth at Beverley last month. Scuppered by wide draw at same course since and has dropped to a handy mark. Star RatingHHHII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 62

POUTING (GB) (75)

B f Blue Point (IRE) - Mujadil Lachy

Owner: Mr D. F. Bourke Trainer: Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie Breeder: Razza del Sole Societa Agricola SRL Sponsor: Mkm Carlisle

James Sullivan

(5)

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, LIGHT BLUE diamond and sleeves. Form: 33050-6 0 wins £0

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden who was placed on several occasions for Richard Hughes but has ﬁnished tailed-off on both starts for current yard. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 11/6/2026 it was reported that the jockey’s saddle slipped. Star RatingHIIII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 62

Jason Hart

ALBEGONE (GB) (32)

B g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Pacngo

Shane Gray

(2)

Owner: Mr D B & Mrs C Lamplough & Partner Colours: MAROON, YELLOW stripe, striped Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton sleeves, quartered cap. Breeder: Habton Farms & Mr D. Lamplough Form: 230265 CD 9 wins £36537 Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Losing run is mounting up but this C&D winner arrives in decent heart, latest when respectable fifth of 9 in handicap at Thirsk (5f, good to firm, 9/2) 32 days ago. Others appeal more, though. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 56 Jake Dickson (5)

ZUFFOLO (IRE) (29)

B g Bungle Inthejungle - Red Red Rose

Owner: R R D Saunders and Partner Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington Breeder: Mrs Anne Marie Burns Sponsor: Denton Hall Racing Ltd

(1)

Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW stripe, YELLOW and ROYAL BLUE halved sleeves, ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW quartered cap. Form: 020031 D 7 wins £27288

TIMEFORM VIEW Given a chance by the assessor and duly took advantage when narrowly winning 6-runner handicap at Ripon (5f, good to ﬁrm) 29 days ago. Remains feasibly treated and ought to go well again. Star RatingHHHII Ofﬁcial BHA Rating 56

Rhys Elliott (5)

2025 WINNER: ROYAL DUKE 4 8 10 Rhys Elliott 11-2 (R Mike Smith) 9 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Hood worn by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 2, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5. Probable S.P’s: 5-2 South Parade (IRE), 11-4 Zuffolo (IRE), 7-2 Beerwah (IRE), 6-1 Albegone (GB), 10-1 Jojo Rabbit (GB), 80-1 Pouting (GB) SOUTH PARADE posted her best effort for some time when returning to winning ways at Ayr earlier this month and remains attractively handicapped on old form. She may be able to follow up. Beerwah and Zuffolo are feared most.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SOUTH PARADE (IRE) 2.BEERWAH (IRE) 3.ZUFFOLO (IRE)

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In the event of an emergen emergency situation at the Racecourse, alll racegoers will be notifie notified via safety messages via the PA system. Please ease follow the instruction instructions of the messages passed and also of the racecourse staff and ppolice who will assist you at all times. In the event nt of an evacuation evacuation, please remain calm and assist the racecourse officials cials by leaving yo your area in a safe and orderly manner. If you feel you require equire extra assis assistance please notify the nearest member of the racecourse staff. Tha Thank you for your assistance in this matter.

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PHOTOGRAPHY

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MEDIA COVERAGE

All Attendees are reminded that many races and nd ﬁxtures are giv given coverage on television, radio, online and in print, rint, as well as by the racecourse in its own marketing purposes. Byy entering the racecourse, racecours attendees are accepting that they may appear ar in such broadcast and print coverage or any marketing purposes produced uced by the racecourse itself. Accordingly, attendees shall have no rightt to object to their inclusion in any such material. Each attendee willl give any additiona additional consents or waivers required for the unrestricted lawful awful use of any coverage (if any) without request for payment or imposing mposin osing any other conditions

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SERVICE PROMISE

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

BETTING RING ENQUIRIES

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SHUTTLE E BUS

Our shuttlee buses run every 10 minutess to and from the Racecourse se car park up until the second race ce and they restart after the fourth race. ce. The bus stop is located on thee corner of Millhill aand Balcarres Place.

HORSE CARE AT MUSSELBURGH

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

ATM

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CLOAKROOM

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

INFORMATION

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FACILITIES FOR GUESTS IN WHEELCHAIRS

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

MEETING POINT

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CCTV

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

TRAVEL INFORMATION

TUESDAY 25TH AUGUST

We offer a free raceday courtesy bus service to and from Musselburgh Racecourse servicing the park and ride facilities at: WALLYFORD TRAIN STATION & NEWCRAIGHALL TRAIN STATION Wallyford train station for the Edinburgh - North Berwick Line - Exit the train station towards the Park and Ride, the Lothian Motorcoaches bus will be located at the bus stop next to the Park and Ride https://w3w.co/faster.feed.patio Newcraighall train station for the Borders railway - Walk towards the Park and Ride areas and the Lothian Motorcoach will collect at the end of the footpath. https://w3w.co/supper.dogs.rail Please see the timetable below: Musselburgh Racecourse Wallyford Newcraighall 16.20 16.30 16.50 17.15 17.25 17.45 Scotrail trains may be subject to short notice alterations. Please check before you start your journey as alterations may be made on the day.

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RACE CONDITIONS First Race 2.15 - THE 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. £5940 to the winning horse The second to receive £2788, the third £1394 and the fourth £697. for maiden two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, August 19th and pay £55 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 23rd. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb Allowances: Band D from Band C 3lb. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. EBF have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All horses which are placed in the first six in an EBF Restricted Maiden or Novice race qualifier in 2026 will be qualified to run in either THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for fillies only) at Goodwood on 23 September, 2026, or THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for colts and geldings only) at York on 09 October, 2026. 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. 12 entries at £55. - Closed August 19th, 2026. SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.45 - THE NATIONAL RACEHORSE WEEK NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for two yrs old only, Rated 0-65. Enter by noon, August 19th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 23rd. Lowest weight 8st 3lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 15th, 2026, 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. 9 entries at £35. - Closed August 19th, 2026. SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 3.15 - THE THOMSON BETHUNE 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 46-65 (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. August 23rd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 15th, 2026, 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, 1 at £7 and 12 at £35. - Closed August 19th, 2026. SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.45 - THE PORTOBELLO CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10468 to the winning horse The second to receive £4912, the third £2454, the fourth £1228 and the fifth £612. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 23rd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 15th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 16 entries, 1 at £20 and 15 at £100. - Closed August 19th, 2026. SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 4.15 - THE AAB GROUP AND BIBBY FINANCIAL SERVICES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 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. August 23rd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 15th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries at £35. - Closed August 19th, 2026. SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.45 - THE MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING COMPANY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 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. August 23rd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 15th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 11 entries at £35. - Closed August 19th, 2026. SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.

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