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A RIGHT-HANDED OVAL CIRCUIT ALMOST A MILE AND A QUARTER IN EXTENT, WHICH JOINS THE STRAIGHT FIVE FURLONGS COURSE HALF-A-MILE FROM HOME. THE BENDS ARE SHARP, PUTTING BIG, LONG-STRIDING TYPES AT A SLIGHT DISADVANTAGE.
T TODAY’S TURE RACE FEATURE
A brilliant day of action across the seven races, with the feature race coming at 3.37, The Virgin Bet Daily brillia Price Boosts Handicap where eight are set to run. The Nigel Tinkler-trained Paddy’s Day will be aiming to oosts Ti make it five wins in a row, having won four times on the all-weather track at Newcastle Jim Goldie is in fiv times fantastic form with five winners from his last seven runners at a strike rate of 71%. He has just the one in k this race and that comes in the form of Eternal Sunshine who is set for her first run of the season Hollie his hine o Doyle is set to ride Spartan Arrow who won last time out at Wolverhampton h
JOCKEYS H TO WATCH
HOLLIE DOYLE and she’ll be aiming to add to that impressive recently recorded her 1000th win in Britain s en (2.07), Clasina (3.07), Spartan Arrow (3.37) and tally with four chances here She’s set to ride Filly Fode three winners recently and he’ll be hoping his five rides can Kyber Crystal (4.43) JASON hart has had recently booked to ride Ardisia (2.07), Zowal (2.37), Ramon di Loria (3.07), Curious increase that number He’s (2.37 Rover (3.37) and Stroxx (4.43) 37)
TRAINERS TO WATCH
As mentioned, Jim Goldie has been in superb form recently and he’ll have four chances to add to that record with Trojan Sun, Dwindling Funds, Thunderstorm Katie and Eternal Sunshine all set to run. GEORGE BOUGHEY is currently operating at an 18% strike rate for the past two weeks and he’s set to run just the one here and that is Motawaared in the 2.37 Another trainer to send just the one runner is ARCHIE WATSON who’s operating at a 17% strike rate and he’s sole runner is in the feature race and that will be Spartan Arrow.
RACE DESCRIPTIONS
1.37 THE VIRGIN BET SUPPORTING AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP
2.07 THE LIVESCORE BET EBF RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES
2.37 THE LIVESCORE BET BEST ODDS DAILY CONFINED MAIDEN STAKES
3.07 THE VIRGIN BET DAILY EXTRA PLACES HANDICAP
3.37 THE VIRGIN BET DAILY PRICE BOOSTS HANDICAP
4.10 THE LIVESCORE BET HANDICAP
This is a two mile handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 53 to 72 In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than a lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 40 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 130.
This five furlongs Novice Stakes is restricted to two-year-olds but in order to take part all of the runners must meet certain conditions Unlike a maiden, which is restricted to horses yet to record a victory, winning horses which have run in a maximum of six races are eligible to run. Weights are set according to sex before previous winners are allocated penalties depending on the level at which they have been successful.
This one mile contest for those aged three-years-old and upwards is another maiden stakes - a race for horses which have not run more than three times. There are a variety of reasons why the older horses in this race could still be maidens Stoutly bred horses are unlikely to be seen at their best over the shorter distances of their juvenile season whilst a setback or injury can curtail even the most precociously bred horse’s two-year-old career
This is a seven furlong handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 60 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 60 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 55
This is a five furlong handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 71 to 90 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.
This is a one mile and one furlong handicap race for three-year-olds only which have been rated from 49 to 68
Like most handicaps on the flat this race is also open to horses that are rated below that particular band However, all handicaps stipulate a minimum weight and no runner can carry less than that, irrespective of how low their rating is This is often described as ‘running from out of the handicap’ and is considered a disadvantage
4.43
THE VIRGIN BET EVERY SATURDAY MONEY BACK HANDICAP
This is a five furlong handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 60 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 55 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 50
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2025 FLAT SEASON CHAMPIONSHIP
TODAY IS THE FIRST FIXTURE OF THE 2025 FLAT CHAMPIONSHIP. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2024/25 NATIONAL HUNT CHAMPIONSHIP WINNERS.
JOCKEYS’ CHAMPIONSHIP
ALAN DOYLE
DANNY MCMENAMIN
OWNERS CHAMPIONSHIP DAVID & DONNA ARMSTRONG & LEE WESTWOOD
BEST TURNED OUT YARD CHAMPIONSHIP
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LUCINDA RUSSELL
Race 1 1.37PM
Stalls: Stands Side Start
Total prize fund £8000 About two miles (15f abt 217yds) for four yrs old and upwards THEVIRGIN
BET SUPPORTING AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3454; Second £1727; Third £863; Fourth £432; Fifth £216. (Penalty Value £3973.60) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Goldie (44 wins from 341 runners, 13%) runs TROJAN SUN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Goldie (5 wins from 6 runners, 83%) runs TROJAN SUN
Longest Traveller: THRONE HALL trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, 370 miles
Colours: BLACK and PINK diabolo, BLACK sleeves, PINK cap, BLACK star Form: 061150- 2 wins £8269
TIMEFORM VIEW Two wins from 6 runs last year Last of 6 in juvenile hurdle (12/1) at this course (17.4f, good) 12 days ago Up in trip and sports first-time blinkers Looks vulnerable under top-weight. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 70
2
PIGEON
HOUSE
(IRE) (328) 5 10 13 (2)
Ch g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Zaitana (IRE)
Owner: Le Pigeons
Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek
Breeder: Al Shira’Aa Farms S.A.R.L.
Sponsor: Evolve Business Finance Limited, PRA World Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Visored for 1st time, below form third of 8 in novice hurdle at Carlisle (17f, good to soft, 2/1) 44 days ago Solid third on latest start in this sphere last spring (when tried by Jessica Harrington in Ireland) and he is appealing here with Simon Walker booked. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 65
TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 8 in handicap hurdle at Catterick (19.3f, good to soft, 66/1) 36 days ago Significantly up in trip and he’s hard to make a case for Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 58 Miss
4
TROJAN SUN (GB) (183) 5
B g Sun Central (IRE) - Morena Park
Owner: MRS MICHELE CRAIG & Jim Goldie
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Elusive Bloodstock
Sponsor: Jim Goldie Racing
10 5 (5)
Colours: PINK, ROYAL BLUE chevrons and armlets Form: 250133- C 1 wins £10468
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner 5/2, respectable third of 6 in handicap at Ayr (15f, good). Off 6 months but should have a part to play if ready to roll Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 57
5
GLASSES UP (USA) (147) 10 10 4 (1)
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: 344440- C 9 wins £60267
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner 12/1, last of 8 in handicap at this course (8f, good to soft) when last seen in November This will be a far more suitable stamina test and he’s dangerous to discount with Serena Brotherton doing the steering. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 56 Miss Serena
2024 WINNER: RED FORCE ONE 9 8 10 Connor Beasley 3-1 (Philip Kirby) 4 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 5
Blinkers worn first time by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 3, 4.
Probable S.P’s: 10-11 Pigeon House (IRE), 11-4 Trojan Sun (GB), 7-1 Glasses Up (USA), 17-2 Spartan Warrior (IRE), 40-1 Throne Hall (GB)
A fair handicapper in this sphere for Jessica Harrington in Ireland, PIGEON HOUSE has been placed on four of his five starts over hurdles for new connections during the winter and he holds strong claims returned to this sphere on a potentially handy mark and with top amateur Simon Walker in the hot-seat. Glasses Up is marginally preferred to Trojan Sun for forecast purposes
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Stands
Total prize fund £7000 Five furlongs (5f abt 1yd) for novice two yrs old
THE LIVESCORE BET EBF RESTRICTED
NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5)
(for horses in Bands C and D) (EBF
Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £2987; Second £1493; Third £747; Fourth £373. (Penalty Value £3780) Weights raised 6lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): K R Burke (27 wins from 99 runners, 27%) runs OURS DE SOLEIL
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Johnston (2 wins from 16 runners, 12%) runs DANDY SPEED
Longest Traveller: FILLY FODEN trained by A Haynes, Newmarket, 350 miles
1 ARDISIA (IRE) (-) 9 7 (1)
B c Ardad (IRE) - Garraun (IRE)
Owner: Ardisia Partnership
Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas
Breeder: Lynn Lodge Stud
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, RED disc, hooped sleeves, RED cap Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 11. £33,000 yearling, Ardad colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including useful 5f winner Prince of Rome and 9.5f winner Mia Grande Ticks a lot of boxes on paper Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating - Jason Hart
2 DANDY SPEED (IRE) (-) (2lb)
B c Dandy Man (IRE) - Alicia Darcy (IRE)
Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Breeder: Mr Thomas Foley
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
9 5 (4)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE striped sleeves, WHITE cap Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 8. €7,000 yearling, Dandy Man colt. Half-brother to winner up to 6f World of Darcy. Dam 6f winner Bold showing likely. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating - Joe Fanning
3
FILLY FODEN (IRE) (-)
B f Ardad (IRE) - Some Spirit (IRE)
Owner: MPR, Chris Rees, Tactful & Payne
Trainer: Alice Haynes, Newmarket
Breeder: Ladyswood Farm & Stud LLP
Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing
9 2 (2)
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 28. £25,000 yearling,Ardad filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including useful 9f/9.5f winner Some Skye and 1m winner Vasco Da Gama. Yard’s first juvenile of the season shaped well at Doncaster Star RatingHHHII Official BHA RatingHollie Doyle
4
OURS DE SOLEIL (GB)
B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Sunflower
Owner: Heaton, G Wood, West Shaw Farm & E Burke
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn Breeder: Coln Valley Stud
Sponsor: KB Spigot Ltd
(-) (2lb) 9 0 (3)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE sash and sleeves, PINK cap Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 25. 3,500 gns foal, 8,000 gns yearling, Kodi Bear filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 6f winner Botanist. Dam, 2-y-o 6f winner, half-sister to winner up to 7f Battered and 5f winner Life of Riley (both useful). Bred to be an early type Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
UNSPOKEN LOVE (IRE) 2 8 13 Daniel Tudhope 2-11 (K R Burke) 5 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 4
All 4 stables are more than capable of readying an early-season 2-y-o, with marginal preference for ARDISIA, whose dam has already produced a useful sprinter Dandy Speed is an early foal and is bred to be sharp, so a bold showing from him would come as no surprise
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ARDISIA (IRE) 2.DANDY SPEED (IRE) 3.OURS DE SOLEIL RESULT
1 2 3 4
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Race 3 2.37PM
Stalls: Inside
Total prize fund £7000 About one mile (8f abt 2yds) for maiden three yrs old and upwards THE LIVESCORE BET BEST ODDS DAILY CONFINED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (For horses which have not run more than three times) (GBB RACE)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £2987; Second £1493; Third £747; Fourth £373. (Penalty Value £3780) SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Goldie (44 wins from 341 runners, 13%) runs DWINDLING FUNDS
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): L Russell (6 wins from 29 runners, 21%) runs GAELIC GLADIATOR and TRANSFUSE
Longest Traveller: MOTAWAARED trained by G Boughey, Newmarket, 350 miles
1 DWINDLING FUNDS (GB) (-) 4 10 2 (9)
B g Intrinsic - Kashtan
Owner: D P Van Der Hoeven & D G Pryde
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Breeder: Auroras Encore 2 Ltd
Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW hoops, YELLOW and PURPLE striped sleeves, hooped cap Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Intrinsic gelding. Half-brother to 2-y-o 6f winner Maybe Even Never Dam, winner up to 6f (2-y-o 5f winner), half-sister to useful winner up to 1 1/4m Mega Back. Yard rarely strikes with newcomers and this 4-y-o is probably best watched this time Star RatingHIIII Official BHA RatingAmie
TIMEFORM VIEW Fascinating Rock gelding. Half-brother to 7f/1m winner Believe Me Now. Dam unraced. Entitled to come on for the run. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating - Andrew Mullen
3
MASALA
CHAI (IRE) (34) 5 9 11 (6)
Gr m Gregorian (IRE) - Fanditha (IRE)
Owner: Mr M. Sawers
Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Breeder: Rathasker Stud Sponsor: North Allerton Racing
Colours: WHITE, EMERALD GREEN diamond, sleeves and diamond on cap Form: 5
TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced mare on Flat. 125/1, last of 5 in novice at Newcastle (7.1f) on Flat debut 34 days ago Will need to leave that run miles behind now equipped with a hood if she’s to get involved here Star RatingHIIII Official BHA RatingDavid Allan
4
CLOUDS HILL (IRE)
Ch c Cracksman - Calare (IRE)
Owner: Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Breeder: Godolphin
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
(-) 3 9 1 (1)
Colours: SILVER, tassel on cap Form:
TIMEFORM VIEW Cracksman colt. Closely related to 7f winner Fall of Rome, while dam was a 2-y-o 7f/1m winner, herself a half-sister to 7f winner Champlain and useful middle-distance performer Ustura. Very much one to note in the betting. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating - Joe Fanning
5
GAELIC GLADIATOR (IRE) (174)
B g Circus Maximus (IRE) - Toronado Queen (IRE)
Owner: Lamont Racing
Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Breeder: Vereright Ltd
Sponsor: Lamont Racing, Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
3 9 1 (3)
Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE cross belts, MAROON and YELLOW striped sleeves, hooped cap Form: 44-
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced gelding. 100/1, fourth of 7 in novice at Ayr (8f, good). Off 174 days and he’s probably more one for handicaps in due course Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating - Oisin Orr
6
MOTAWAARED (GB) (32) 3 9 1 (8)
B g Mohaather - Papaya (IRE)
Owner: Shadwell Estate Company Ltd
Trainer: George Boughey, Newmarket
Breeder: Biddestone Stud Ltd
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE epaulets, striped cap Form: 42
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced gelding. 12/1, second of 8 in novice at Southwell (8.1f) 32 days ago, not ideally placed. The horse that beat him on that occasion has since followed-up and he should have a big part to play. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating - Jim Crowley
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7
RAULIN (IRE) (146)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Lope Scholar (IRE)
Owner: Akela Thoroughbreds Limited
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Breeder: Luas Bloodstock
Sponsor: Akela Plant Hire Ltd
3 9 1 (5)
Colours: LIGHT BLUE, DARK BLUE seams, diabolo on sleeves, quartered cap Form: 353-
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced gelding.Third of 12 in novice at Newcastle (8f, 50/1), finishing well Off 146 days (gelded in the interim) but likely to have a say in the finish if fully tuned-up for this Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 77
8
TRANSFUSE (IRE) (131)
B g Kitten’s Joy (USA) - Circulation
Owner: Oakleaf Racing
Trainer: Lucinda Russell, Kinross
Breeder: Epona Bloodstock Ltd
Sponsor: Ian Macleod & Co Ltd
3 9 1 (7)
Colours: RED, WHITE epaulets, checked sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 00-
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced gelding. First run since leaving Joseph Patrick O’Brien when ninth of 12 in novice at Newcastle (7.1f, 80/1). Off 131 days and, like stablemate Gaelic Gladiator, he’s probably more of a handicapping prospect. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
9
ZOWAL (FR) (148)
Ch c Zarak (FR) - Sweet Zen (FR)
Owner: Mr M. Dalby
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
Breeder: Miss Scuderia Micolo Di Nicola Gall Et
Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd
3 9 1 (2)
Colours: PINK, PURPLE chevron, chevrons on sleeves, hooped cap Form: 332-
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful colt. Second of 11 in maiden (13/10) at Bordeaux (8f, soft) on the third and final start of his 2-y-o campaign when in the care of Jean-Claude Rouget. Big player on debut for new yard. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 84
2024 WINNER: FIRST ALLIANCE 3 9 5 Daniel Tudhope 9-4 (K R Burke) 10 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Hood worn first time by No 3. Running for the first time since Gelding No 1, 2, 7.
While some of these have already shown a fair level of ability, newcomer CLOUDS HILL is pretty appealing on paper and, truth be told, he wouldn’t need to be out of the ordinary to make a winning start to his career If the Cracksman colt is strong in the betting the hint should be taken. Motawaared stepped up on his debut effort when chasing home a promising type at Southwell and he is feared most ahead of French import Zowal and Raulin.
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Race 4 3.07PM
Stalls: Inside
Total prize fund £7000 seven furlongs ( 7f 15yds ) for four yrs old and upwards
THEVIRGIN BET DAILY EXTRA PLACES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) 2 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS No Horse
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Goldie (44 wins from 341 runners, 13%) runs THUNDERSTORM KATIE
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 18 Flat runs 6/1, first run since leaving Charlie Fellowes when seventh of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (8f) 27 days ago Needs a couple of these to falter Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 60
2
CLASINA (GB) (120)
B f Oasis Dream - Gavota
Owner: Star Racing
Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels
Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd
Sponsor: Overlander Vehicles
4 9 9 (3)
Colours: BLACK, ROYAL BLUE chevrons, WHITE and DARK BLUE chevrons on sleeves, hooped cap Form: 344000-
TIMEFORM VIEW Eighth of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (6f, 10/1). Off 120 days Has good chance on pick of form. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 60 Hollie Doyle
TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2024. 16/1, sixth of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 16 days ago, not ideally placed. Something to find on form. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 60
4 WITHOUT DELAY (IRE)
Ch m Decorated Knight - Apace (IRE)
Owner: Mr W. J. Laws
Trainer: Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor
Breeder: Irish National Stud
Sponsor: Houghton Bunkhouse
(182) 6 9 8 (6)
Colours: BROWN and ORANGE (quartered), ORANGE sleeves, BROWN armlets, ORANGE cap Form: 040510- C D 4 wins £13915
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Three wins from 11 runs last year Eighth of 10 in handicap (10/1) at this C&D (good). Off 6 months Others more appealing. Had wind operation. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 2/10/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 59
5 GOLDEN VALOUR (GB) (147)
B g Kingman - Gracefield (USA)
Owner: West Loudoun Racing Club
Trainer: R. Mike Smith, Galston
Breeder: Godolphin
9 9 7 (2)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW chevrons, DARK BLUE sleeves, YELLOW cap Form: 042310- CD 4 wins £19716
TIMEFORM VIEW Unreliable sort. C&D winner Latest win here in October 18/1, eighth of 12 in handicap at this C&D (good to soft), never nearer Off 147 days Others more persuasive Star RatingHHIII Official BHA
6
RAMON DI LORIA (IRE) (21)
Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) - Pria Bona (IRE)
Owner: Mr A. C. Whillans
Trainer: Ewan Whillans, Hawick
Breeder: G. T. A. SRL
Sponsor: Sport Of Kings Classic Racewear
58 Rhys Elliott (5)
7 9 6 (8)
Colours: DARK BLUE, WHITE stars, RED sleeves, WHITE stars, RED cap, WHITE star Form: 6-56021 CD 7 wins £32910
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who got back on scoreboard when taking 9-runner handicap (2/1) at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 21 days ago 3lb rise fair and looks sure to go well again. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 57 Jason Hart
Andrew Mullen
Christian Howarth (3)
William Pyle (5)
7
BIRD OF PLAY (IRE) (19)
B g Free Eagle (IRE) - Spiaggia (IRE)
Owner: Foulrice Park Racing Limited
Trainer: Liam Bailey, Middleham
Breeder: Sun Bloodstock SARL
Sponsor: Show Business Interiors Ltd
5 9 3 (7)
Colours: BLACK, ORANGE hoop and armlets, quartered cap Form: 0/0-6050 D 1 wins £4448
TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2023. 66/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, last of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 19 days ago Down in trip Has work to do STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 14/3/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 54
8
KEEP ME STABLE (IRE) (13)
B m Galileo Gold - Sketching
Owner: The Hon Miss Heather Galbraith
Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Sponsor: North Allerton Racing
5 9 3 (4)
Colours: WHITE and ROYAL BLUE (halved), BLACK sleeves, WHITE spots, BLACK cap Form: 3-60322 D 4 wins £13242
TIMEFORM VIEW Dropped to a handy mark and arrives on back of a trio of creditable efforts, latest when second of 5 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f, 11/2) 13 days ago Likely to be in the mix again. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 54
9
IMPEACH (IRE) (8)
Ch g No Nay Never (USA) - Court Circular
Owner: Sycamore Gap Racing
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Breeder: Mrs Heather Fitzpatrick
Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds
7 9 0 (5)
Colours: BLACK, WHITE spots and sleeves, BLACK cap Form: 4-56365 4 wins £17065
TIMEFORM VIEW Been given a chance by the assessor and shaped as if better for run when fifth of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (8f, 9/1) 8 days ago Respected. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 51 (-1)
10
COCONUT BAY (GB) (15) 6 8 12 (9)
B m Bated Breath - Tropicana Bay
Owner: Mrs Hugh Fraser
Trainer: Tristan Davidson, Carlisle
Breeder: Meon Valley Stud
Sponsor: AKV Group Ltd
Colours: CHOCOLATE and MAGENTA (halved), hooped sleeves, DARK GREEN cap Form: 054125 D 4 wins £13853
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Wolverhampton in February. 14/1, bit below form fifth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 15 days ago, left poorly placed. Not out of things Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 49
11
DOOMSDAY (GB) (182) 6 8 12 (12)
B g Lethal Force (IRE) - Ayasha
Owner: Foulrice Park Racing Limited
Trainer: Liam Bailey, Middleham
Breeder: Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd
Sponsor: Show Business Interiors Ltd
Colours: BLACK, ORANGE hoop and armlets, ROYAL BLUE cap Form: 144266- CD 2 wins £7119
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 8/1, bit below form sixth of 11 in handicap at this course (8f, good). Off 6 months Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 49
12
THUNDERSTORM KATIE
(GB) (90) 4 8 9 (11)
B f Muhaarar - Firenze
Owner: Summerstorm Bloodstock Ltd
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow Breeder: Mr & Mrs P. & J. Hopper, Mrs M. Morris
Colours: WHITE, DARK GREEN hoops, WHITE sleeves, DARK GREEN spots, DARK GREEN cap Form: 40400-0
TIMEFORM VIEW 28/1, seventh of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) 90 days ago Still looking for first success 1lb out of the weights Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 45
2024 WINNER: PATONTHEBACK (IRE) 6 9 10 Rowan Scott 13-8 (Gemma Tutty) 9 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 12
Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 4, 5, 7.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 4.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Ramon di Loria (IRE), 9-2 Keep Me Stable (IRE), 10-1 Doomsday (GB), 12-1 Impeach (IRE), 14-1 Falcon Nine (GB), Clasina (GB), Coconut Bay (GB), 16-1 Capuchinero (GB), 20-1 Without Delay (IRE), 22-1 Golden Valour (GB), 33-1 Thunderstorm Katie (GB), 50-1 Bird of Play (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
RAMON DI LORIA confirmed the promise of his previous run when scoring at Wolverhampton 3 weeks ago and remains feasibly treated. He can follow up Keep Me Stable and Impeach can also make their presence felt.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.RAMON DI LORIA (IRE) 2.KEEP ME STABLE (IRE) 3.IMPEACH (IRE)
Billy Garritty
Tommie Jakes (5)
Joe Fanning
Rowan Scott
Sam James
Amie
Waugh (5)
Race 5 3.37PM
Total prize fund £20000 Five furlongs (5f
for four yrs old and upwards
BET DAILY PRICE BOOSTS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £8126; Second £4064; Third £2032; Fourth £1016; Fifth £508; Sixth £254. (Penalty Value £10308) SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): J Goldie (44 wins from 341 runners, 13%) runs ETERNAL SUNSHINE
Longest Traveller: SPARTAN ARROW trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, 370 miles
1
B g Sioux Nation (USA) - Thames Pageant
Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd XXXI and Partner
Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Pier House Stud
Sponsor: Hambleton Racing Ltd
Colours: BEIGE, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE cap Form: 051/3-01 D 3 wins £18896
TIMEFORM VIEW 5/1, improved on recent efforts to win 9-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 21 days ago 2lb nudge neither here nor there and he’s high on the shortlist.
2 PADDY’S
DAY
(IRE) (13) 5 9 8 (5)
B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Elusive Gold (IRE)
Owner: ONTOAWINNER 1
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton
Breeder: Tom McDonald Sponsor: www.ontoawinner.net
Colours: YELLOW and WHITE (quartered), YELLOW sleeves, WHITE armlets, YELLOW cap Form: 20-1111 D 7 wins £44982
TIMEFORM VIEW 5/2, career best when winning 7-runner handicap at Newcastle (5f) 13 days ago Clearly at the top of his game and 3lb rise for latest success is unlikely to preclude a bold bid as he goes in search of the five-timer Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 89
Colours: WHITE, BLACK hoops, WHITE sleeves, BLACK spots, BLACK and WHITE hooped cap Form: 034345- CD 3 wins £27081
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Fourteen runs since last win in 2023. 11/2, fifth of 6 in handicap at Newcastle (5f). Off 146 days and he will probably come on for the run. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 83 Sam James
4
CURIOUS ROVER (IRE)
B g The Irish Rover (IRE) - Only Live Once
Owner: URSA Major Racing Ltd and Partner
Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels
Breeder: Aidan Sexton
Sponsor: Overlander Vehicles
(146) 4 9 0 (1)
Colours: YELLOW and PINK (quartered), PINK sleeves, YELLOW diamonds, YELLOW cap, PINK stars Form: 660106- D 3 wins £20354
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Redcar in October 8/1, last of 6 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) on final start of 2024. Others make more appeal Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 81
5 PROFITABLE EDGE (IRE) (224)
B m Profitable (IRE) - By The Edge (IRE)
Owner: Mr Chris McHale
Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk
Breeder: P. Hyland & C. & J. Mchale
Sponsor: Tote
5 8 12 (2)
Colours: DARK GREEN and RED check, DARK GREEN sleeves, PINK cap Form: 64/1414- CD 3 wins £15702
Jason Hart
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Two wins from 4 runs last year 10/1, bit below form fourth of 14 in handicap at York (5f, good to firm), going off too hard. Off 7 months but has gone well fresh in the past and she’s not without each-way hope Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 79 Joe Fanning
6
THANKUAPPRECIATE (GB) (118)5 8 12 (3)
B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Illusions
Owner: Miss Tracey Mann & Mr John Pinckney
Trainer: Declan Carroll, Malton
Breeder: Bearstone Stud Sponsor: Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, career best
Colours: WHITE, RED hoop, hooped sleeves, RED cap Form: 425161- D 3 wins £13253
Hollie Doyle
Alex Jary (5)
7
MON NA SLIEVE (IRE) (21) 4
Ch g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Victory Wave (USA)
Owner: Mr B. T. McDonald
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Breeder: Godolphin
Sponsor: K. A. Ryan Racing
8 10 (6)
Colours: PINK, EMERALD GREEN cross belts, PINK sleeves, EMERALD GREEN spots and cap Form: 060-400 D 1 wins £15462
TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2023. 6 1/4 lengths eighth of 9 to Spartan Arrow in handicap (9/1) at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 21 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Clearly has work to do Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 77
8
ETERNAL SUNSHINE (GB) (194) 5 8 5 (7)
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
Colours: DARK BLUE, RED stripe, halved sleeves, RED cap Form: 121210- CD 5 wins £18842
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Five wins from 10 runs last year. Respectable fifteenth of 24 in handicap (7/2) at Ayr (6f, good to firm), hampered. Off 6 months Possibilities if fully tuned-up for this assignment. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 72
2024 WINNER: PROTEST RALLY (IRE) 4 9 1 Billy Garritty 11-1 (Liam Bailey) 8 ran NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Spartan Arrow (IRE), 4-1 Paddy’s Day (IRE), 13-2 Looking For Lynda (IRE), 7-1 Eternal Sunshine (GB), 8-1 Profitable Edge (IRE), 14-1 Curious Rover (IRE), Thankuappreciate (GB), 25-1 Mon Na Slieve (IRE) PLAY SMARTER
SPARTAN ARROW was a good third in a pretty valuable York handicap on his sole start last year and, having finished down the field in the Newcastle contest won by Paddy’s Day on return/debut for new yard in February, he showed the benefit of that spin when striking at Wolverhampton three weeks ago The low-mileage 5-y-o is taken to follow up here and, in the process, bring the winning spree of Paddy’s Day to a halt. Profitable Edge is also likely to be involved in the finish.
Shane Gray
Amie
Waugh (5)
Stalls: Inside
Total prize fund £8000
About one mile one furlong (8f abt 208yds) for three yrs old
THE LIVESCORE BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS
RACE STATS
Leading course trainer (20-25): I Jardine (34 wins from 262 runners, 13%) runs THAT LUCAS FELLA
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Candlish (4 wins from 26 runners, 15%) runs IT’S ONLY FUN
Longest Traveller: PRINCESS PW trained by G Kelleway, Newmarket, 350 miles
No Horse
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MULLWARCHAR (GB) (33)
Ch c Ulysses (IRE) - Dynaforce (USA)
Owner: Mr Iain Service
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Breeder: Newsells Park Stud
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
9 9 (3)
Colours: DARK BLUE, RED chevron, diabolo on sleeves, RED cap Form: 4-56
TIMEFORM VIEW Some encouragement when fourth at Wolverhampton on debut. Hasn’t progressed from that effort in 2 starts since, sixth of 10 in novice at Southwell (7.1f, 28/1) 33 days ago, but he could fare better now handicapping over this longer distance Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 68
2 IT’S ONLY FUN (IRE) (170)
B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Non Dimenticato Tu (IRE)
Owner: Paul & Clare Rooney
Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek
Breeder: Rossenarra Bloodstock Ltd
Sponsor: PRA World Ltd
9 8 (5)
Colours: DARK BLUE and YELLOW (quartered), striped sleeves Form: 436-
TIMEFORM VIEW In need of experience first 2 starts when trained by Charlie Johnston, before unsuited by drop in trip when sixth of 7 in novice at Wolverhampton (5.1f, 66/1) in October One to note on handicap bow (has had wind op and been gelded). Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 67
3
PRINCESS PW (IRE) (76)
B f Inns of Court (IRE) - Providence (IRE)
Owner: Miss P Wothersoon, Michael Watt, B Crew
Trainer: Gay Kelleway, Newmarket
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
9 8 (2)
Colours: DARK BLUE and WHITE check, DARK BLUE sleeves, EMERALD GREEN cap Form: 22-43
TIMEFORM VIEW Has proved consistent in making the frame all 4 starts so far, third of 8 in maiden at Chelmsford City (7f, 15/8) 76 days ago Could be ready to open her account as she goes back up in trip for handicap debut. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 67
4
THAT LUCAS FELLA (IRE) (148)
B g Territories (IRE) - Orpha
Owner: Mr A. Branniff
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Breeder: Ms Arlene Shine
Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd
9 3 (1)
Colours: PINK, MAUVE hoops, WHITE and PURPLE hooped sleeves, WHITE cap Form: 0440-
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved form when fourth at Carlisle on second start. However, ran poorly on nursery debut when seventh of 9 at Newcastle (6f, 25/1) in November Needs to get back on the up returning over this longer trip (has been gelded). Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 62
5
SOVEREIGN CLASS (IRE) (11) 9 3 (4)
B f Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Madam Baroque
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 19 and partner
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton
Breeder: Norelands & Hamish McCalmont B/stock
Sponsor: Tattersalls
Colours: WHITE, BLACK seams, WHITE sleeves, BLACK stars, WHITE cap, BLACK star Form: 2455
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up at Newcastle on debut and got back on track sent handicapping when fifth of 10 at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 28/1) 11 days ago Task is now to build on her latest effort upped in distance switched to turf Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 62
2024 WINNER: ROSENZOO (IRE) 3 9 6 Andrew Mullen 13-2 (Charlie Johnston) 5 ran
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 5
Running for the first time since Gelding No 2, 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 2. Probable S.P’s: 11-8 Princess Pw (IRE), 7-2 Mullwarchar (GB), 9-2 Sovereign Class (IRE), 11-2 It’s Only Fun (IRE), 12-1 That Lucas Fella (IRE)
Having shown promise when runner-up both starts last year, PRINCESS PW wasn’t beaten far by an improver when third at Chelmsford on her latest outing, so she is taken to get off the mark as she goes handicapping. It’s Only Fun should also be suited by going up in trip on his handicap debut and could be the main danger, ahead of Mullwarchar
Joe Fanning
Oisin Orr
David Allan
Andrew Mullen
Oliver Stammers
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Race 7 4.43PM
Total prize fund £7000 Five furlongs (5f
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BET EVERY SATURDAY MONEY BACK 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): L Bailey (10 wins from 114 runners, 9%) runs BENEFICIARY and STROXX
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Menzies (2 wins from 27 runners, 7%) runs KYBER CRYSTAL
Longest Travellers: SERGEANT MAYER trained by N Tinkler & FORTUNATE STAR trained by D Carroll, both Malton, 201 miles
1 FORTUNATE STAR (IRE) (61) 5 9 9 (7)
Ch g Unfortunately (IRE) - Effusive
Owner: Mr Ray Flegg & Mr John Bousfield
Trainer: Declan Carroll, Malton
Breeder: Mr Peter Grimes
Colours: WHITE, RED spots on sleeves, RED cap Form: 312-240 D 4 wins £13481
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 18 runs last year, with latest success at Southwell in November Below form on 2 most recent starts, well held when last of 9 in handicap (16/1) at Southwell (6.1f) 61 days ago, but he could fare better back down in trip
2 SERGEANT MAYER (IRE) (166) 4 9 8 (8)
B g Soldier’s Call - Suedehead
Owner: THE OLLIERS
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton
Breeder: Mr James Waldron
Sponsor: Alexanders York
Colours: WHITE, RED chevron, RED sleeves, WHITE stars and cap Form: 005222- 1 wins £3402
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Nottingham last summer and with cheekpieces applied he ended the year in good form, running up to his best when second of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (6f, 11/2) in October Merits consideration on reappearance Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 59
3
BENEFICIARY
(GB) (23) 6 9 8 (11)
B g Profitable (IRE) - La Roumegue (USA)
Owner: Oakfield Racing
Trainer: Liam Bailey, Middleham
Breeder: La Roumegue Partnership
Sponsor: Show Business Interiors Ltd
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE epaulets, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, ORANGE stars, ROYAL BLUE cap, ORANGE star Form: 215506 D 6 wins £24732
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at Southwell and Newcastle in January. However, below form last 2 starts, doing too much too soon when sixth of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (6f, 18/1) 23 days ago Back down in trip for only his fourth start on turf Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 59
4
CARMARTHEN
(GB) (9) 4 9 5 (2)
B f Havana Gold (IRE) - Tasman Sea
Owner: Mr David Orr
Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Breeder: Hillwood Bloodstock Ltd
Sponsor: North Allerton Racing
Colours: GREY, DARK BLUE and GREY hooped sleeves, DARK BLUE cap Form: 03450-0 1 wins £2983
TIMEFORM VIEW Making second start for current yard, proved a tricky ride after 6 months off when well-beaten last of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 40/1) 9 days ago, going off too hard. Others preferred. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 56 (-2)
5
JAMIE BOND (GB)
(21) 5 9 5 (9)
B g Zoustar (AUS) - Always A Drama (IRE)
Owner: The Wheel Of Fortune Partnership
Trainer: Bryan Smart, Hambleton
Breeder: Plantation Stud
Sponsor: Tote
Colours: BLACK, YELLOW diamond, RED sleeves, BLACK armlets and diamond on RED cap Form: 4004-03 D 1 wins £4187
TIMEFORM VIEW Form was mixed last year, but after 10 weeks off he ran one of his better races when third of 5 in handicap (9/1) at Newcastle (5f) 21 days ago On a handy mark if he’s able to back up his recent run. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 56
6
KYBER CRYSTAL (IRE) (135)
Gr m El Kabeir (USA) - Lapis Blue (IRE)
Owner: RMR Syndicate 1
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud & Cavalier Bloodstock
Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds
6 9 3 (1)
Colours: DARK BLUE, BEIGE star, striped sleeves Form: 125263- CD 3 wins £10572
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner last summer and also scored at Hamilton in September Shaped better than result when 3 1/4 lengths third of 11 to Fortunate Star in handicap at Southwell (5f, 17/2) in November, hampered start, but low draw not ideal on her return. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 18/11/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference early-on. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 54
Wheatley (3)
Rowan Scott
Billy Garritty
Tommie Jakes (5)
Andrew Breslin (3)
Hollie Doyle
7
ROYAL DUKE (GB) (147)
B g Music Master - Royal Duchess
Owner: Mr Steve Dick
Trainer: R. Mike Smith, Galston
Breeder: Mr Steve Dick
Sponsor: Tote
4 9 0 (10)
Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW star, YELLOW sleeves, PURPLE diamonds, PURPLE cap, YELLOW star Form: 623162- CD 1 wins £3663
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at this C&D in October and only narrowly denied when second of 9 in handicap here (good to soft, 6/1) on his final outing of the year Major player back at this venue on his reappearance Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 51
8
STROXX (IRE) (19)
B g Camacho - Labisa (IRE)
Owner: Foulrice Park Racing Limited
Trainer: Liam Bailey, Middleham
Breeder: Labisa Partnership
Sponsor: Show Business Interiors Ltd
8 8 13 (4)
Colours: BLACK, ORANGE hoop and armlets, quartered cap Form: 213530 D 2 wins £7144
TIMEFORM VIEW Two wins from 61 Flat runs, doubling his tally in minor event at Newcastle in January. However, his form has been in and out since, one of his lesser efforts when ninth of 11 in handicap (7/1) at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 19 days ago STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 14/3/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too freely early-on. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 50
9
HENERY HAWK (GB) (8)
B g Heeraat (IRE) - Rosecomb (IRE)
Owner: Miss L. A. Perratt
Trainer: Linda Perratt, East Kilbride
Breeder: Richard Kent & Finbar Kent
Sponsor: North Allerton Racing
6 8 12 (5)
Colours: PURPLE, YELLOW sleeves, RED and YELLOW striped cap Form: 500023 D 4 wins £19811
TIMEFORM VIEW Nineteen runs since last win in 2024 but arrives in good heart, third of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (5f, 13/2) 8 days ago Has race fitness on his side and he could be thereabouts once more from his current mark.
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 49
10 MRS BAGERRAN (IRE) (74)
B m Kodiac - Habaayib
Owner: Mr S. Rain
Trainer: Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
Sponsor: Swr Trading Limited, Probio Energy International Limited
7 8 11 (3)
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, WHITE chevron, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars and cap Form: 26206-6 CD 2 wins £7327
TIMEFORM VIEW Two wins from 42 Flat runs, with both victories at this C&D in 2023. Below form final 2 starts last year, before doing too much too soon when sixth of 10 in handicap (14/1) at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 74 days ago Not ruled out back here, though.
11
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 48
SKI ANGEL (GB) (170)
B m Harry Angel (IRE) - Excelette (IRE)
Owner: Riverside Racing
Trainer: R. Mike Smith, Galston
Breeder: Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd
Sponsor: Tote
5 8 10 (6)
Colours: MAUVE and BLACK diamonds, BLACK sleeves Form: 404635- CD 4 wins £17795
TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win at this C&D in 2024. Not seen to best effect when fifth of 9 in handicap here (good to soft, 7/2) when last seen in October, racing wide, so she could be in the mix (successful on last season’s return).
2024:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 47
Blinkers worn by No 3, 8. Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2. Probable S.P’s: 9-2 Royal Duke (GB), 11-2 Henery Hawk (GB), 6-1 Sergeant Mayer (IRE), 7-1 Kyber Crystal (IRE), 8-1 Jamie Bond (GB), 9-1 Ski Angel (GB), 11-1 Stroxx (IRE), Mrs Bagerran (IRE), 22-1 Fortunate Star (IRE), 28-1 Beneficiary (GB), 40-1 Carmarthen (GB)
ROYAL DUKE ended last year in good heart at this C&D, opening his account here in October before headed on the post on his final start, and he can pick up where he left off to resume winning ways He is preferred to Henery Hawk, who has bounced back to form with 2 recent placed efforts at Newcastle, while Sergeant Mayer also enters calculations on his return.
Rhys Elliott (5)
Jason Hart
Kaiya Fraser (3)
William Pyle (5)
Amie Waugh (5)
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(i) Choose another event (certain racedays will be available and will be outlined in the email) and print your ticket(s) at home or (ii) Request a refund which will be returned via the payment method used
SERVICE PROMISE
At Musselburgh Racecourse, we are committed to providing a horseracing experience with style and flair You will experience a warm welcome with personal, professional and courteous service. We are driven by a passion for what we do to provide excellence in all areas If you believe we have not delivered service to your expectations, please can you let a member o our staff know
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(a) At the gate purchases: To obtain a refund Attendees should send their t with full address details, within 3 months of the date of the race ing to: Musselburgh Racecourse, Linkfield Rd, Musselburgh, EH21 7RG. ine and advanced purchases: Racegoers who have booked online t obtain a refund on the day Racegoers will receive an email offering the choice to either
If you have a winning betting slip but find that your bookmaker has left the racecourse for the day you can still claim your winnings To do this please send r slip to 11 Longbow Close, e Business Park, Bradley, rsfield, HD2 1GQ. These details are also printed on the back of your betting slip Your winnings will then be sent to you by cheque
HORSE CARE AT MUSSELBURGH
Racegoers may take photographs for private purposes in the public enclosures. Under no circumstances may photographs taken on the racecourse be used for publication without prior accreditation being obtained. Flash photography is not permitted anywhere in the Parade Ring, Winner’s Enclosure or anywhere in the vicinity of horses. John Grossick is the Official Photographer for Musselburg and he can be contacted at john@grossick.co 07710 461 723. tained t tography no ted , where hors n Officia pher Musselburgh n a sick.co.uk or 1 723 n e cours di e e eys. t especiall rd b tention ut some vironment, make u erected
At every race meeting at Musselburgh there are three specially qualified equine vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action During a race two vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend a casualty in the same response time as the Medical Teams responsible for the welfare of the Jockeys. The third vet is based at the Stable Yard where a close check is kept on all horses, especially those returning after a race. It is now standard practice for screens to be erected around any horse receiving veterinary attention on the ground This does not reflect on the severity of an injury, but allows the vet so privacy and the horse the opportunity, in a calm environment, to ma a recovery Please do not assume the worst if you see screens erec around a fallen horse.
ATM
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INFORMATION
ATM Cash Machines are located adjacent to the Bistro Bar Glass Door & Main Tote Windows. Only £20 notes and multiples thereof are dispensed. There is a £2 transaction fee charged.
Racecourse Information and bookings are available at the Racecourse Office in the Weighing Room
FACILITIES FOR GUESTS IN WHEELCHAIRS
MEETING POINT
The suggested meeting point is outside the Weighing Room
CCTV
CODE OF CONDUCT
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.
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
Please note that for security purposes there will be CCTV monitoring throughout the racecourse today.
The Code of Conduct is a shared responsibility between the racecourse and you, the racegoer, regarding behaviour whilst on-course The Code of Conduct is an important part of our ability to reopen and welcome significant numbers of spectators so it is vital that you familiarise yourself with it in advance. A copy can be found on our website and will be provided with your purchase confirmation.
WEDNESDAY 2ND APRIL
WALLYFORD TRAIN STATION
TRAVEL INFORMATION
NEWCRAIGHALL TRAIN STATION
We offer a free raceday courtesy bus service to and from Musselburgh Racecourse servicing the park and ride facilities at:
The bus to Wallyford will depart at 16.20 & 17.25 to coincide with departures to Edinburgh at 16.44 & 17.48 and departures to North Berwick at 16.53 & 17.58.
Scotrail trains may be subject to short notice alterations on Wednesday 2nd April.
TAXIS
EAST LOTHIAN TAXIS
Ten Ten Taxis 0131 665 1010 Dash Taxis 0131 665 4000
JT Taxis 0131 665 6565
R&J Taxis 0131 665 2020
Burgh Taxis 0131 665 3366
Direct 2 U 0131 665 6000
EDINBURGH TAXIS
The bus will depart from the racecourse side (north) of Linkfield Road at the corner of Millhill The bus to Newcraighall will depart at 16.20 & 17.25 to coincide with departures to Tweedbank at 17.27 & 18.30.
0131 229 2468
Cabs 0131 228 1211
0131 777 7777
Hire 0131 555 5555
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Download Uber App
We advise that you pre-book your taxi for after racing. The taxi rank is on Linkfield Road outside the racecourse
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
RACE CONDITIONS
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
First Race 1.37 - THE VIRGIN BET SUPPORTING AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3973 to the winning horse The second to receive £1988, the third £992, the fourth £497 and the fifth £248. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 53-72 (also open to such horses rated 52 and below). £40 stake if the horse is rated 53 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 52 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 31st. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st 11lb; 4-y-o 9st 9lb Highest weight not less than 11st 2lb Penalties, after March 22nd, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys who are members of the Amateur Jockeys’ Association of Great Britain by the deadline for Declaration of Jockeys and on the day of the race Allowances: Jockeys who have not ridden any such winner 7lb Musselburgh Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out. NOTE: The highest weight stated above will apply at the entry stage and declaration to run stage regardless of the age of the highest rated horse 7 entries, 0 at £8 and 7 at £40. - Closed March 27th, 2025. SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.07 - THE LIVESCORE BET EBF RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3780 to the winning horse The second to receive £1774, the third £887 and the fourth £443. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, March 27th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 31st. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each race won 6lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Horses which have never run 3lb Allowances: Band D from Band C 2lb EBF have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer & 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 2025 will be qualified to run in either THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for fillies only) at Goodwood on 24 September, 2025, or THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for colts and geldings only) at York on 10 October, 2025. Both races will be run over seven furlongs. NOTE: Horses entered or declared in a race which is subsequently abandoned will not be eligible to enter a Final. 11 entries at £35. - Closed March 27th, 2025.
Third Race 2.37 - THE LIVESCORE BET BEST ODDS DAILY CONFINED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (For horses which have not run more than three times) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3780 to the winning horse The second to receive £1774, the third £887 and the fourth £443. for maiden three yrs old and upwards, which have not run more than three times Enter by noon, March 27th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 31st. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 1lb; fillies 8st 10lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb Musselburgh Racecourse will present mementoes to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize will be awarded to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out. 14 entries at £35. - Closed March 27th, 2025.
Fourth Race 3.07 - THE VIRGIN BET DAILY EXTRA PLACES 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 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 31st. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 22nd, 2025, 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. In addition, they will award a prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out. 15 entries at £35. - Closed March 27th, 2025. SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 3.37 - THE VIRGIN BET DAILY PRICE BOOSTS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £10308 to the winning horse The second to receive £4834, the third £2418, the fourth £1208, the fifth £604 and the sixth £302. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 31st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 22nd, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Musselburgh Racecourse will provide a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out. 12 entries at £100. - Closed March 27th, 2025. SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.10 - THE LIVESCORE BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for three yrs old only, Rated 49-68 (also open to such horses rated 48 and below). £40 stake if the horse is rated 49 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 48 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 31st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 22nd, 2025, for each race won 6lb Musselburgh Racecourse will provide a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, they will award a prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out. 8 entries at £40. - Closed March 27th, 2025.
SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 4.43 - THE VIRGIN BET EVERY SATURDAY MONEY BACK 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 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. March 31st. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 22nd, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Musselburgh Racecourse will supply a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. A prize will also be awarded to the person responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 12 entries at £35. - Closed March 27th, 2025.
FIXTURE LIST
DATE RACEDAY
SUN 13 APR THE SKY BET SUNDAY SERIES RACEDAY
SAT 19 APR THE VIRGIN BET EASTER SATURDAY RACEDAY FEATURING THE QUEEN’S CUP
FRI 2 MAYAFTERNOON RACING
SAT 7 JUNE THE EDINBURGH CUP RACEDAY IN PARTNERSHIP WITH EDINBURGH GIN
