Newbury Racecard - Saturday 12th April by Weatherbys

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Dubai Duty Free shopping complex in Concourse C and Concourse A

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Newbury Racecourse is delighted to offer all racegoers free use of our Wi-Fi service.

Thank You to Today’s Race Sponsors

How To Bet

There are plenty of ways to bet at Newbury – you can either bet with the bookmakers in the ‘ring’ in front of the Grandstand and the Crafty Filly, at one of the many Totepool kiosks or in one of our Betting Shops, located on the ground ﬂoor of the Dubai Duty Free Grandstand and the Berkshire Stand. Here’s a step-by-step guide of what to do:

1. Select your horse and note its name and racecard number.

2. Choose your bet –‘To win’ or ‘each-way’ are the two most common types:

• ‘To win’ is for your horse to come ﬁrst.

• ‘Each-way’ is when you place two bets in one: one for your horse to come ﬁrst, the other for it to be placed. Therefore £2 each-way = £4 total bet.

• What qualifies as a ‘place’ depends on the number of runners: between two and four runners - first place only; between five and seven runners - first and second place; eight runners and over - first three places; 16 runners and over (handicaps only) - first four places.

• The place part of the bet will be paid out at a fraction of the odds, usually a quarter or a ﬁfth - this varies depending on the bookmaker, so check if you are unsure!

3. Decide the amount, also known as the stake that you are comfortable to bet.

4. Choose your outlet and place your bet e.g. “£2 win on number three” or “£2 each-way on number six”.

5. If your horse has won, wait to hear “weighed in” over the public address system and then go and collect any winnings!

6. Got so swept up you forgot to collect your cash? There are details of how to collect winning slips after the raceday on our terms and conditions page near the back of the racecard.

Pleasegambleresponsibly.

Formoreinformationvisitwww.gambleaware.co.uk

WHAT’S ON

Experience all the fabulous entertainment we have on offer today!

The Craft Beer Festival

The beer festival is back by popular demand here at Newbury Racecourse, featuring over 30 real ale and ciders from local brewers Visit the beer tent and get the taste buds ﬂowing with a large variety on offer plus live music playing throughout the afternoon.

Toyota

Group 1 Automotive Toyota Basingstoke will be on-site, showcasing a selection of their latest models. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy exclusive offers, exciting giveaways, and explore their vehicles up close.

Equine Art

Equine artisit, Liz Armstrong, will be displaying her pieces, originals and limited edition prints on the ﬁrst ﬂoor of the Berkshire Stand.

Trips To The Start

Get up close to the action and join ex jockey David Crosse on trips to the start where you can see the horses sprint out of the stalls! Meet 20 minutes before the race at the designated meeting point, left hand side of the weighing room in the Grandstand Enclosure This is on a ﬁrst come ﬁrst served basis.

1:40pm for the 2:00pm race 2:05pm for the 2:35pm race

Meet a Retired Racehorse & Friend

Come and meet our retired racehorse Maherlvous and his Shetland friend Gladys Bliss. Visit the stable next to the Eastern Entrance before the ﬁrst race.

Spin & Win In The Dubai Duty Free Marquee

Come and spin the wheel with the chance to win fantastic prizes as well as trying some Dubaian hospitality with complimentary coffee and dates.

After Party

Party band The Shadow Monkeys will be performing live on the Copper King Lawn in the Grandstand Enclosure after racing at approximately 5:05pm.

Thatchers Sampling

Thatchers will be located in the Craft Beer Festival sampling throughout the afternoon a range of alcoholic and zero products

TASTING NOTES

ANDWELL BREWING COMPANY

1 - Back to the Bitter (3.8%)

This beer is a classic English-style bitter with a twist: it is infused with ﬂux capacitor extract, a rare and mysterious substance that gives the beer a subtle hint of time travel.

2 - Gold Muddler (3.8%)

By blending different hops at various stages of the brewing process, Andwell’s have produced a beautiful beer with a citrus aroma and balanced bitterness.

ARKELL’S BREWERY

3 - 3B (4.0%)

A copper coloured Ale with a pleasant fruity and malty nose. It has a lingering bittersweet ﬂavour of balanced Maris Otter malt and traditional Fuggles and Golding hops.

4 - Belt Driver (4.2%)

Belt Driver is a full-bodied, ﬂavourful Indian Pale Ale (IPA) which bursts with tropical and grapefruit ﬂavours and like a cask beer should, draws you in for that next pint every time!

5 - Wiltshire Gold (3.7%)

A light golden coloured Ale brewed using English Maris Otter malt, which creates a satisfyingly sweet malty ﬂavour The use of traditional hops give the beer a mellow ﬂoral hop aroma followed by a distinctive hoppy taste. Serve slightly chilled

D1 - Malthouse Craft Lager (4.2%)

Handmade, refreshing, characterful English lager brewed using local barley grown just around the corner from our brewery.

BOND BREWS

6 - Bengal Tiger (4.3%)

Brewed with a nod to the original English style IPA with 2 types of malted barley whilst East Kent Golding hops provides the Bitterness, Goldings

for aroma and dry-hopped for good measure.

7 - Best Of British (4.0%)

Best Bitter, a dark bitter with a nice maltiness balanced by Bramling Cross hops.

DELPHIC BREWING CO.

8 - Knee-High to a Grasshopper (3.6%)

Knee-High to a Grasshopper is a traditional pale ale, super sessionable at only 3.6%, but with a fair whack of Wheat to make sure it doesn’t feel too thin! Hopped with Mosaic at end of the boil for lovely fruity notes!

9 - World’s End (4.6%)

A Traditional Pale Ale, but brewed using a couple of firm favourite, exciting hop varieties. German Huell Melon teams up with US-grown Citra for a cocktail of citrus fruit and resinous pine flavours. This mid-strength beer has a firm bitterness and a soft orange hue from a little bit of Vienna malt in the mash.

INDIGENOUS BREWERY

10 - Chinwag (4.0%)

A distinguished best bitter, discreet maltiness, toffee and caramel notes, fades with moderate grassy bitterness.

11 - Frisky Mare Blonde (4.2%)

A generously hopped golden blonde ale with notes of gooseberry, grape and ﬂoral accents, leading to a long dry ﬁnish leaving you thirsting for more.

LODDON BREWERY

12 - Citra Quad (4.4%)

Heavily hopped with Citra over 4 stages of the brewing process. The tropical, citrussy aromas are superbly propped up by heaps of oat malts for a smooth session IPA.

13 - Dragon Fly (5.2%)

Strong pale ale- sharp and refreshing

with a crisp, clean bitterness and heaps of cascade and comet hops providing a ﬂoral, peppery aroma with hints of grapefruit.

LONGDOG BREWERY

14 - Bunny Chaser (3.6%)

A traditional English session bitter, full ﬂavoured with a rich mahogany colour.

15 - Golden Poacher (3.9%)

Golden session ale, well balanced with a subtle citrus ﬁnish.

LOOSE CANNON BREWERY

16 - Mr Brew Sky (3.6%)

Wheat and Lager malt provide the backbone to this white IPA infused with coriander and Hopped with Magnum and Citra Hops.

17 - Recoil (4.2%)

A dry hopped all Pilsner malt brew, crisp and straw coloured with big hits of tropical fruits and citrus ﬂavours.

RAMSBURY BREWERY & DISTILLERY

18 - Farmers Best (3.6%)

A traditional session amber bitter, featuring caramel notes with a hint of nuttiness and a biscuity character.

19 - Ramsbury Gold (4.5%)

A British golden ale and our ﬂagship beer, with a distinctive hoppy aroma, and a light, refreshing taste.

RENEGADE BREWERY

20 - Good Old Boy (4.0%)

Rich malts and fruity hops combine to produce a well-balanced and full ﬂavoured beer.

21 - Mr Chubbs Lunchtime Bitter (3.4%)

This beautifully balanced session ale has a refreshing light ﬂoral ﬂavour provided by a single variety of English hops. Mr Chubbs was the nickname given to the founder’s father, a lock keeper on the River Thames.

D2 - Newbury Lager (3.8%)

Exclusive to Newbury Racecourse Crisp, fresh and easy drinking lager.

D3 - Brewski (4.1%)

The crisp, clean proﬁle of a lager with the sweet, juicy ﬂavour of ripe peaches. Refreshing, smooth and Yeti-approved.

D4 - Hazy Rider (4.8%)

This hazy New England IPA features lots

of tropical leaning hops giving notes of guava, mango and passion fruit.

STONEHENGE ALES

22 - Sign of Spring (4.6%)

A light coloured and beautiful translucent green premium ale. Smooth and rich in both malt and hop aroma, the ﬁnish is delightfully fruit and pleasantly bitter

23 - Pigswill (4.0%)

A full bodied beer, not so bitter, but rich in hop aroma which gives the beer a delightful after-taste. The warm amber colour is very appealing to the eye

TUTTS CLUMP CIDER

C1 - Berkshire Diamond (4.5%)

This medium Proper Cider is handmade in the heart of the Royal County of Berkshire, blended from a variety of fresh hand picked apples.

C2 - Jazz (5.5%)

This medium/dry single variety Real Cider is lovingly crafted in West Berkshire from the ﬁnest Kent-grown Jazz apples. It’s probably the ﬁrst ever Cider made from this particular apple!

C3 - Ridgeway Cider (4.0%)

This Proper Cider is lovingly crafted in West Berkshire from a blend of the ﬁnest English Apples named after the Ridgeway, which is an ancient trackway described as Britain’s oldest road which extends from Avebury Wiltshire along the chalk ridge of the Berkshire Downs.

C4 - Royal Berkshire (7.0%)

This award-winning crisp medium/ sweet Real Cider is handmade from a variety of apples mainly from within West Berkshire This Crisp refreshing Eastern Counties style Cider.

C5 - Black berry (4.0%)

This medium/sweet Proper Cider is lovingly crafted in West Berkshire from a blend of apples before being infused with real blackberry juice – not ﬂavouring!

C6 - Mango (4.0%)

This medium/sweet Real Cider is lovingly crafted in West Berkshire from a blend of apples before being infused with real mango juice – not ﬂavouring!

C7 - Rhubarb (4.0%)

This medium/sweet Real Cider is lovingly crafted in West Berkshire from a blend of apples before being infused with real rhubarb juice.

RACE 1 1.25

THE DUBAI DUTY FREE FINEST SURPRISE STAKES (CLASS 1) (REGISTERED AS THE JOHN PORTER STAKES) (Group 3)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £85000

(For conditions of this race see page 47)

Leading course trainer (20-25): A Balding (29 wins from 252 runners, 12%) runs BELLUM JUSTUM and DIVINA GRACE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Murray (4 wins from 19 runners, 21%) runs DALLAS STAR

Longest Traveller: DALLAS STAR trained by A Murray, Ireland.

B c Dubawi (IRE) - GoldenValentine (FR) (Dalakhani (IRE))

J William Buick Godolphin Charlie Appleby, Newmarket 11/2013-

Br Ecurie des Monceaux et al

S Emirates Fly Better TIMEFORM VIEW Smart colt who disappointed in last season’s Derby at Epsom but made most of good opportunity when landing Group 3 Bahrain Trophy at Newmarket (13f) in July Signed off with a solid third in German Group 1 in November and he’s an interesting runner back at this level on seasonal bow.

2 BELLUM JUSTUM (IRE) (224)

B c Sea The Stars (IRE) - Natural Beauty (Oasis Dream)

J James Doyle King Power Racing Co Ltd

Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere 1/10321-

S King Power International Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Sea The Stars colt who had a good 3-y-o campaign, matching form showed when place in pair of Group 3’s when taking Grade 3 Nashville Derby at Kentucky Downs (10.5f) on ﬁnal start in August. Remains lightly raced at this trip and he could do better again as a 4-y-o.

3 DALLAS STAR (FR) (20)

B c Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Agathe Rare (IRE) (Sadler’s Wells (USA))

TFRHHHII

J David Egan Amo Racing Limited

Br E. Dieuaide & Domaine Billard Et Fils

Adrian Murray, Ireland 13/10-14

S Sports Invest UK Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Useful colt who ran out a surprise winner of last season’s Ballysax Stakes before ﬁnishing down the ﬁeld in Derby at Epsom. Back to form when successful on AW at Dundalk in February and whilst not disgraced when fourth in listed company at Naas latest, this demands more.

4 FEIGNING MADNESS (GB) (168)

Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Dance The Dream (Sir Percy)

HHHII

J Hector Crouch Louisville Syndicate Elite

Br Mr W. H. Carson & Mrs A. Dalgety

Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down 11/54- C

S R M Beckett Ltd TIMEFORMVIEW Son of Ulysses who was 2-2 as a juvenile. Seen only twice as a 3-y-o, not appearing at home on the track at Epsom and slowly-run race no use to him after 6 months off when fourth in C&D Group 3 in October Remains one to be interested in as a stayer and interesting connections pitch him in here. TFRHHHII

5 SUNWAY (FR) (188)

B c Galiway - Kensea (FR) (Kendargent (FR))

Guy Pariente Holding & Qatar Racing Ltd

J Oisin Murphy

David Menuisier, Pulborough 202430-

Br Guy Pariente Holding SPRL T

TIMEFORMVIEW Smart performer who finished runner-up in last season’s Irish Derby and right back to that level when third in St Leger in September, coming from further back that the front 2. Finished midfield from a difficult draw in the Arc at Longchamp final outing and he’s a big player at this level on return.

6 TABLETALK (IRE) (190)

B c Camelot - Dillydallydo (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE)) J Rossa Ryan Mr Abdulla Al Mansoori Tom Clover, Newmarket 3/10315-

Br Cottage Bloodstock

TIMEFORMVIEW Found the Derby all too much but back on track with his sights lowered, relishing the increase in trip when landing the valuable Melrose Handicap atYork in August. Not in same form when last of 5 in listed event at Ascot (14f) in October but quicker ground in his favour back from 6 months off. TFRHHHII

7 DIVINA GRACE (IRE) (183) 5

B m Golden Horn - Beautiful Forest (Nayef (USA)) J David Probert

Top Hat and Tails Andrew Balding, Kingsclere 435140- D Br Godolphin S Flahive Brickwork Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful mare who gained breakthrough at listed level at Newmarket (12f) in August before a good fourth atYork later that month. Drop in trip probably against her in Group 3 on Newmarket’s Rowley Mile Course ﬁnal start but even more required if she’s to make a winning start for new yard. TFRHHHII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7 (EXACTA) Tongue Strap worn by No. 5.

2024: HAMISH 8 9 5 Tom Marquand 5-2 (William Haggas) 10 ran

Betting Forecast: 7-4 Sunway (FR), 3-1 Ancient Wisdom (FR), 9-2 Bellum Justum (IRE), 10-1 Tabletalk (IRE), 12-1 Dallas Star (FR), 25-1 Feigning Madness (GB), Divina Grace (IRE)

Race Summary: Having finished placed in both the Irish Derby and St Leger last season, SUNWAY was best forgiven his final start on account of his wide draw when midfield in the Arc at Longchamp in October. He earns the vote to make a successful reappearance ahead of Ancient Wisdom who himself could well have more to offer as a 4-y-o. Bellum Justum may emerge best of the remainder 1-2-3: 1.SUNWAY (FR) 2.ANCIENT WISDOM (FR) 3.BELLUM JUSTUM (IRE)

RESULT PANEL:

RACE 2 2.00

THE DUBAI DUTY FREE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Registered as the Fred Darling Stakes) (Group 3)

for three yrs old fillies

Total prize fund £85000

(For conditions of this race see page 47)

SEVEN FURLONGS, Straight Course (7f)

Leading course trainer (20-25): R Hannon (49 wins from 462 runners, 11%) runs BRITISH BLUE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (6 wins from 32 runners, 19%) runs GREYDREAMBELIEVER

Longest Travellers: HEAVENS GATE trained by A O’Brien & CALIFORNIA DREAMER trained by A Murray, both Ireland.

NO HORSE/DAYS SINCE LAST RUN

1 BETTY CLOVER (GB) (211) 9 2 (10) BHA97

Gr f Time Test - Reprieval (FR) (Kendargent (FR)) J Georgia Dobie

The Ascot Revellers & Partner Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury 210204-

Br Eve Johnson Houghton

S ABM Catering Limited

TIMEFORMVIEW Useful filly who doubled her tally in 15-runner listed race atYork in May. Better form when second in Group 3 company at Ascot on first crack at 6f and back on track when fourth in Dick Poole Stakes at Salisbury final start. 7f will suit but lacks the potential of some. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 13/9/2024 it was reported that the horse was slowly away. TFRHHIII

2 BRIGHTTIMES AHEAD (IRE) (161)

B f Lope deVega (IRE) - Xaarienne (Xaar)

Mrs Doreen Tabor

Br Mr John O’Connor

9 2 (14) BHA-

J Rossa Ryan

Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down 1- D

S Ashford Stud of 5095

TIMEFORMVIEW €460,000 yearling, Lope DeVega ﬁlly Sister to useful 2-y-o 7f/1m winner Rose Bloom and half-sister to several winners, including 2-y-o 5.5f-7f winner See The Rose. Looked a ﬁne prospect when justifying support in 9-rinner heavy-ground novice at Newmarket on debut in November Lots more to come.

3 BRITISH BLUE (GB) (164)

B f Blue Point (IRE) - Skarbek (War Command (USA))

Mrs J. Wood

Br The Pocock Family

9 2 (16) BHA-

J Pat Dobbs

Richard Hannon, Marlborough 1- D

S Aten Therapeutics

TIMEFORM VIEW 30,000 gns foal, Blue Point ﬁlly Dam unraced half-sister to 1m-10.5f winner Julie’s Love and 1m winner Julissima (both useful). Knew her job and knuckled down well to make winning start in 11-runner novice at Kempton in October. That form pretty ordinary in the context of this.

4 CALIFORNIA DREAMER (GB) (50)

B f Mehmas (IRE) - Penelopa (Giant’s Causeway (USA))

J David Egan

AMO Racing Limited/Giselle De Aguiar Adrian Murray, Ireland 52340-1

Br Ickworth Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW 0-7 last year but twice placed at Group level and he landed the odds with the minimum of fuss back in maiden company on February’s return at Dundalk (1m). Has the beneﬁt of a run but this a different ask.

B f Showcasing - Dream Dana (IRE) (Dream Ahead (USA))

J Hollie Doyle Victorious Racing Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn 4123- D

Br Plantation Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Showcasing ﬁlly who landed the odds in 7f novice at Ayr in August. Better form when placed in Group company after but will need to improve to make winning reappearance in this company.

6 ELLARIA SAND (GB) (14)

B f Sands of Mali (FR) - Ellaria (IRE) (Exceed And Excel (AUS))

J Jamie Spencer

BV Sangster,Mrs P Shanahan,MrsMV Magnier Ollie Sangster, Marlborough 23051-4 CD

Br The Cool Silk Partnership

TIMEFORMVIEW Winner at Newbury (6f) on second outing (when trained byArchieWatson) and back on the up when landing 10-runner listed race at the same course (7f, heavy, 14/1) on ﬁnal juvenile outing. Easy to back and pretty low-key return to action switched to the AW last month. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 29/3/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away. TFRHHIII

7 ENOLA

B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Jane Marple (Nathaniel (IRE))

Stoneleigh Racing & Partners

2 (9)

J Hector Crouch

Jack Jones, Newmarket 5-124

Br Norelands Bloodstock & Lofts Hall Stud S Parkdesigned Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Winner of 6f novice at Wolverhampton in February Just touched off under a penalty there (6f again) later that month but never really a threat in Listed company at Lingﬁeld and this a good deal harder still back on turf. TFRHIIII

8 FORMAL (GB) (197) 9 2 (4)

B f Dubawi (IRE) -Veracious (Frankel)

J Oisin Murphy

Cheveley Park Stud Andrew Balding, Kingsclere 114- CD

Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited

S Cheveley Park Stud Limited H

TIMEFORM VIEW Dubawi filly who made a highly-promising start in easily bagging a C&D maiden on debut and following up in novice at Leicester last summer, both over 7f. Possibly failed to handle the track when disappointing in the Rockfel on final start for Sir Michael Stoute. Remains a top prospect. Hood fitted. TFRHHHII

9 GREYDREAMBELIEVER (IRE) (17)

Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Dione (FR) (Authorized (IRE))

Hambleton Racing Ltd XXXV & E Burke

Br J. Lenihan

J James Doyle

K. R. Burke, Leyburn 15-2 BF

S Hambleton Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW EUR40,000 Dark Angel ﬁlly Good type physically and created a really favourable impression when winning on debut at York (6f) last summer Failed to make an impact in a higher grade at Salisbury next start and also failed to land the odds on recent AW reappearance. Up in trip. TFRHHIII

10 HEAVENS GATE (IRE) (162)

B f Churchill (IRE) - Itqaan (USA) (Danzig (USA))

Mr M. Tabor, D. Smith & Mrs John Magnier Aidan O’Brien, Ireland

Br Whisperview Trading Ltd

J Sean Levey

TIMEFORM VIEW Doubled tally in valuable sales race at Naas in August and didn’t need to improve to add to tally in Group 3 company on ﬁrst try over 7f. Failed to make much of an impression in the top level at Del Mar but she couldn’t be in better hands ahead of 3-y-o campaign. TFRHHHII

11 HEY BOO (GB) (30)

B f Iffraaj - Tricksy Spirit (Lethal Force (IRE))

J George Bass

Mr J. Mitchell Jack Channon, West Ilsley 11 D

Br Jonathan Mitchell H

TIMEFORMVIEW Didn’t race at 2 yrs but hooded and won both starts this year over 7f at Chelmsford, knowing more than on debut when doing it smoothy under a penalty This a totally different ask on turf but she’s promising. TFRHHIII

12 MAW LAM (IRE) (203)

B f Acclamation - Bobbi Grace (IRE) (Big Bad Bob (IRE))

Mr C. R. Hirst

Br Brickﬁeld Stud Ltd

J Harrison Shaw

Adrian Nicholls, Sessay 235302-

S Adrian Nicholls Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful ﬁlly who scored on her debut at Thirsk in May and better form after, including when third in Queen Mary at Royal Ascot and best effort yet when second in the Group 3 Forth of Clyde in September (6f). Strength at the ﬁnish offers hope she’ll stay 7f this year TFRHHHII

13 MOUNTAIN BREEZE (IRE) (42)

Ch f Lope deVega (IRE) - Lava Flow (IRE) (Dalakhani (IRE))

J William Buick Godolphin

Br Godolphin

Charlie Appleby, Newmarket 4220-11 D

S Emirates Fly Better

TIMEFORM VIEW Highly tried after winning ﬁrst 2 starts last season and has cranked it up another notch in 2025, successful both starts at up to 7.9f at Meydan, latterly in listed company. Bred to be smart and she just about sets the standard. TFRHHHHI

14 NARDRA (IRE) (197)

B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Miss Inﬁnity (IRE) (Rock of Gibraltar (IRE)) J Non Runner

Mr Saeed Suhail

Br HarasVoltaire

NON-RUNNER

William Haggas, Newmarket 1-

TIMEFORM VIEW Cost 440,000 gns as a yearling and got off the mark in ﬁne style in a 6f heavy-ground novice at Haydock in September Didn’t beat a great deal but sure to leave bare form behind for her leading stable. NON RUNNER. TFRIIIII

15 SIMMERING (GB) (188)

B f Too Darn Hot - Cashla Bay (Fastnet Rock (AUS))

Al Shaqab Racing

Br Lofts Hall Stud

J C. Soumillon

Ollie Sangster, Marlborough 321124- D

S Haras De Bouquetot

TIMEFORMVIEW Just denied in Albany at Ascot before going one better in Group 3 (6f) there following month. Smooth winner of Group 2 at Deauville next time before good 1 1/4 lengths second of 5 to LakeVictoria in Moyglare Stud Stakes at the Curragh (7f). 1m didn’t really suit at Longchamp and she’s a key player.

16 TIME FOR SANDALS (IRE) (233)

B f Sands of Mali (FR) - Days of Summer (IRE) (Bachelor Duke (USA)) J Richard Kingscote

Mr D Bevan and Mrs D Bevan Harry Eustace, Newmarket 1

Br Ballyhane

S Fitzdares, Rank Interactive (Gibraltar) Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Sands of Mali ﬁlly who displayed a sharp turn of foot when making a winning start at Kempton in June (6f). Better form when a keeping-on third in the Super Sprint at Newbury (5.2f) and improved another chunk when second in the Lowther in August. Good sort physically and can make better 3-y-o.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 16

Hood worn ﬁrst time by No. 8. Hood worn by No. 11.

2024: FOLGARIA (IRE) 3 9 2 Hollie Doyle 5-1 (Marco Botti) 6 ran

F Betting Forecast: 7-2 Mountain Breeze (IRE), Simmering (GB), 8-1 Heavens Gate (IRE), Time For Sandals (IRE), 12-1 Formal (GB), 14-1 Bright Times Ahead (IRE), California Dreamer (GB), 25-1 Duty First (GB), 28-1 Maw Lam (IRE), 33-1 British Blue (GB), 50-1 Betty Clover (GB), 66-1 Ellaria Sand (GB), 80-1 Greydreambeliever (IRE), Hey Boo (GB), 150-1 Enola Holmes (IRE)

Race Summary: A cracking renewal that has a very open look to it. TIME FOR SANDALS doesn’t represent a powerhouse stable but there’s a lot to like about her physically and the way in which she found a jolt of progress in each of her 3 juvenile starts suggests there’s more to come from her as a 3-y-o. Mountain Breeze is feared most on the back of a productive spell in Meydan, with Simmering already a Group 2 winner and 7f looks her ideal trip.

1-2-3: 1.TIME FOR SANDALS (IRE) 2.MOUNTAIN BREEZE (IRE) 3.SIMMERING

RESULT PANEL:

HBLB

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £562,754 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 29th March to 22nd June 2025.

THE WATERSHIP DOWN STUD TOO DARN HOT GREENHAM STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3)

for three yrs old colts and geldings

Total prize fund £100000

(For conditions of this race see page 47)

Leading course trainer (20-25): J & T Gosden (29 wins from 162 runners, 18%) runs CHANCELLOR

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J P O’Brien (5 wins from 42 runners, 12%) runs SARACEN

Longest Traveller: SARACEN trained by J P O’Brien, Ireland.

B or Br c No Nay Never (USA) - Piece of

Br Rockﬁeld Farm

Emirates Fly Better

TIMEFORMVIEW Listed winner last year and has shown he’s trained on in 2 outings in the Middle East this year, winning a local Group 2 in Qatar latterly Thereabouts on form but others bring much less-exposed proﬁles. TFRHHHII

Ch c Night of Thunder (IRE) - Anahita (FR) (Turtle Bowl (IRE))

Hollie Doyle Mr Salem Rashid Bin Ghadayer Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Ready winner of 7f events on AW at Newcastle and Wolverhampton last month. Tackles a much higher level on turf debut but there’s surely more to come.

3 CHANCELLOR (GB) (238)

B c Kingman - Queen’s Trust (Dansili) J

Cheveley Park Stud

Br Cheveley Park Stud Limited

John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket 131- D

S Cheveley Park Stud Limited

TIMEFORMVIEW Beaten at short odds in a 7f Ascot Listed event last July but an impressive winner of maiden/novice events at Doncaster either side, defying a penalty with ease over 7f last time. Deﬁnitely more to come from him this year

4 DIABLO ROJO (IRE) (19)

B c Pinatubo (IRE) - Boston Rocker (IRE) (Acclamation)

Amo Racing Limited

Br J. Hanly, A. Stroud & Skymarc Farm

J David Egan

Raphael Freire, Newmarket 16-1

S Sports Invest UK Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 2-3 when shading a tight finish in a 6f Lingfield novice on reappearance 19 days ago. That was a useful performance and he looks capable of even better now returning to 7f. The first-time tongue tie worn at Lingfield is retained.

5 JONQUIL (GB) (211)

B c Lope deVega (IRE) - Jovial (Dubawi (IRE))

Juddmonte Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Br Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd S Juddmonte Farms Inc

TIMEFORM VIEW Debut winner for Sir Michael Stoute last August. Only 9 3/4 lengths sixth of 7 in listed race at Doncaster (7f, good) a fortnight later but remains a colt with lots of potential for his new stable.

6 NOBLE CHAMPION (IRE) (142)

B c Lope deVega (IRE) - Cute (Diktat)

Br Thomas Foy & Lope deVega Syndicate

TIMEFORM VIEW Strong in the betting on both starts, leaving his debut run behind with a tongue tie added (retained) when scoring easily on Lingﬁeld’s AW (7f) in November Deﬁnitely more to come.

7 RASHABAR (IRE) (188)

B c Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Amazonka (IRE) (Camelot)

Manton Thoroughbreds IX

Br Sarl Ecurie Haras de Beaufay

9 2 (10) BHA113

J Sean Levey

Brian Meehan, Manton 32122-

S Sirecam Europe

TIMEFORMVIEW 66/1 winner of the Coventry at RoyalAscot last June but showed that was no ﬂuke when showing even better form to ﬁnish second in 6f/7f Group 1s in France later in the season. Sets a good standard for the rest to aim at. TFRHHHHH

8 ROGUE ALLEGIANCE (IRE) (127)

B c Kodiac - Dame Judi (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))

The Rogues Gallery & Partner 2

Br Caroline & Stephanie Hanly

9 2 (4) BHA-

J DanielTudhope

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley 1-

S Eco Rider

TIMEFORMVIEW Strong in the betting (6/5) and easily made a winning debut over 6f on Newcastle’s AW in December Pitched in at the deep end on return but the stable did win this race last year TFRHHHII

9 SARACEN (FR) (172)

B c Siyouni (FR) - Soteria (IRE) (Acclamation)

Al Shaqab Racing

Br China Horse Club International Ltd

J C. Soumillon

Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland 1-

S Haras De Bouquetot

TIMEFORM VIEW €500,000 Siyouni colt who looked a smart prospect when making a winning debut at the Curragh (6f, soft) last autumn. A very interesting contender with Christophe Soumillon taking the ride. TFRHHHHI

10 YAH MO BETHERE (GB) (267)

B c Mohaather - Shurakaa (IRE) (Night of Thunder (IRE))

Phil Cunningham

Br Stuart McPhee & Nigel Kelly

9 2 (8)

J Jamie Spencer

Richard Spencer, Newmarket 201- C

S Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Well behind Rashabar in the Coventry but bounced back to win a 6f course listed event (good to ﬁrm) under Jamie Spencer in July Off since and this looks a big ask on return.

TFRHHIII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10 (EXACTA)

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 6.

2024: ESQUIRE 3 9 2 Daniel Tudhope 16-1 (David O’Meara) 11 ran F

Betting Forecast: 3-1 Rashabar (IRE), 9-2 Chancellor (GB), 11-2 Jonquil (GB), 8-1 Al Qudra (IRE), 9-1 Diablo Rojo (IRE), 16-1 Saracen (FR), Yah Mo Be There (GB), 20-1 Rogue Allegiance (IRE), 33-1 Aurora Majesty (IRE), Noble Champion (IRE)

Race Summary: An interesting Greenham. RASHABAR brings Group 1 form and gets the vote but there are some colts of real potential up against him and it wouldn’t be any surprise were the likes of Chancellor and/or Jonquil to improve past him. Last autumn’s easy Curragh maiden winner Saracen is another intriguing contender with Christophe Soumillon over to ride.

1-2-3: 1.RASHABAR (IRE) 2.CHANCELLOR 3.JONQUIL

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THE OLBG SPRING CUP HANDICAP STAKES

(CLASS 2)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £70000

(For conditions of this race see page 47)

Leading course trainer (20-25): R Hannon (49 wins from 462 runners, 11%) runs CLASSIC and SON

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Hannon (4 wins from 29 runners, 14%) runs CLASSIC and SON Longest Travellers: JAMES MCHENRY trained by E Bethell & ARISAIG trained by C Johnston, both Middleham, 236 miles.

B g Too Darn Hot - Mia Diletta (Selkirk (USA))

Mrs J. Wood

Br Scuderia Blueberry SRL

J Pat Dobbs

Richard Hannon, Marlborough 35/4600- C

S Aten Therapeutics

TIMEFORMVIEW Maiden winner here at 2 yrs and often highly-tried since, posting arguably his best effort yet when fourth in the Greenham on this card 12 months ago. However, well held all 3 subsequent starts, including on handicap bow when last seen at Goodwood in August (gelded since). Yard also ﬁelds Classic. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 1/8/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe. TFRHHHII

2 TWOTEMPTING (IRE) (14)

Ch g New Bay - Dangle (IRE) (Desert Style (IRE))

J Rob Hornby Berkeley Racing

Br Miss S.Von Schilcher

Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn 0010-50 D

S Pump Technology Limited

TIMEFORMVIEW Enjoyed a ﬁne 2024, winning 5 times at around 1m. Creditable ﬁfth of 12 in the LincolnTrial on Wolverhampton reappearance but he struggled in the Lincoln itself next time and others look better treated.

3

METAL MERCHANT (IRE) (230)

B g Make Believe - Whipped (IRE) (Whipper (USA))

J David Probert Recycled Products Limited

Br Tinnakill Bloodstock & Forenaghts Stud

Jack Channon, West Ilsley 120040- CD

TIMEFORMVIEW Accounted for 20 rivals when landing this race on his reappearance last season and largely creditable efforts in defeat since, notably ﬁnishing fourth of 18 in a valuable Ascot handicap off this mark in July Will be a danger to all if, like 12 months ago, he is raring to go following a break.

4 JAMES MCHENRY (GB) (196)

Gr g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Savvy (IRE) (Verglas (IRE))

Mr Peter Jeffers

Br Carisbrooke Stud

J William Buick

Edward Bethell, Middleham 152242- D

S Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW Evidently goes well fresh, scoring on his reappearance in 2023 and likewise last season. Runner-up in the Cambridgeshire at Newmarket when last seen in September and while a shade more will likely be needed if he’s to take this, a bold show may well be on the way with William Buick booked. TFRHHHII

5 ARISAIG (GB) (197)

Ch f Harry Angel (IRE) - Magic Nymph (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

Chasemore Farm

Br Hascombe &Valiant Stud Ltd

J Callum Shepherd

Charlie Johnston, Middleham 031065- D

S Chasemore Farm LLP, Johnston Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Got up in the dying strides when landing a Goodwood handicap last summer and best effort since when sixth of 19 in a valuable contest at Leopardstown in September Failed to ﬁre in listed company on ﬁnal start of 2024 and, though that run can probably be excused, she looks vulnerable all the same.

6 INISHFALLEN (IRE) (205)

B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Kyllarney (Kyllachy)

J Sean Levey Manton Thoroughbreds IX Brian Meehan, Manton 64/0002-

Br Mount Coote Estates

S Sirecam Europe

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful at 2 yrs and while he barely beat a rival home on his ﬁrst 3 starts of last term, he signed that campaign off with a solid second in a 9-runner Yarmouth handicap (6f, good to ﬁrm). Shapes as though worth a crack at this trip and he’s not ruled out. TFRHHHII

7 SILVER SWORD (GB) (36) 5 9 7 (4) BHA93

Gr g Charm Spirit (IRE) - Aurora Gray (RipVan Winkle (IRE))

J Jamie Spencer

Martians Racing & Dylan Cunha Dylan Cunha, Newmarket 2-05401 D

Br Culworth Grounds & Fortune Bloodstock S Spillers Horse Feeds

TIMEFORM VIEW Drew a blank in 2024 but shaped well a couple of times in handicaps at Meydan earlier this year prior to winning one dropped back to a mile last month, showcasing a good turn of foot in the process. Remains on a fair mark and he’s interesting here with Jamie Spencer aboard. TFRHHHII

8 EBT’S

GUARD (GB)

(169) 4 9 6 (11) BHA92

B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Whims of Desire (Nathaniel (IRE))

J Lewis Edmunds

Mr Jayant Pindolia William Muir & Chris Grassick, Lambourn 206610- D

Br Bluehills Racing Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Better than ever when hitting the target at Ascot (1m, good to soft) in October and this usually consistent type can probably be forgiven for a rare poor display on his ﬁnal start of 2024. Still, he’ll need to scale new heights in order to emerge on top here. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 25/10/2024 it was reported that the horse may be feeling the long season. TFRHHIII

9 GREAT ACCLAIM (GB) (196)

B g Aclaim (IRE) - Freedom Spirit (Muhaarar)

Mr G. Owen

Br Phoenix Thoroughbred Limited

4 9 6 (7) BHA92

J Charles Bishop

Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury 631120- CD

S ABM Catering Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Registered fourth success of 2024 when seeing off 8 rivals in a Racing League event at Windsor in August. Followed that with a good second on the AW but was out with the washing in the Cambridgeshire on ﬁnal run of last season. TFRHHIII

10 DRAGON LEADER (IRE) (245)

Ch g El Kabeir (USA) - Sweet Dragon Fly (Oasis Dream)

KennetValley Syndicates III

Br Yeomanstown Stud

4 9 4 (14)

J Finley Marsh

Clive Cox, Hungerford 1/30000-

S EnborneVineyards Limited

TIMEFORMVIEW Did very little wrong at 2 yrs, a campaign he signed off by landing the valuable TwoYear Old Trophy at Redcar Failed to progress last season, though, and needs to get back on track having been gelded since his latest appearance 8 months ago (has also undergone a wind op in the interim). STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 10/8/2024 it was reported that the horse ran ﬂat after its recent run.

11 URBAN LION (GB) (44)

B g Zoustar (AUS) -Vive Ma Fille (GER) (Doyen (IRE))

4 9 3 (1)

Mr J. Mitchell Jack Channon, West Ilsley

Br Jonathan Mitchell

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark in 1m Chelmsford maiden last summer and made it 2-2 on the AW when landing an 8-runner handicap over the same C&D on return in February. 5lb rise fair considering that he had plenty in hand that day and, also effective on turf, this lightly-raced 4-y-o is one to be interested in.

12 PEARL

EYE (GB) (14)

HHHHH

B g Expert Eye - Treat Gently (Cape Cross (IRE)) J David Egan Harraton Court Stables Ltd Darryll Holland, Newmarket 0265-41 D

Br Andrew Davis B

TIMEFORM VIEW Arguably produced his best effort yet when second past the post (subsequently promoted to ﬁrst place) in the Spring Mile at Doncaster (1m, good) last month. However, things rather went his way on Town Moor and he’s not the most consistent of types. TFRHHIII

13 CLASSIC (GB) (218)

B g Dubawi (IRE) - Date With Destiny (IRE) (George Washington (IRE)) J James Doyle

Mrs J. Wood

Br Newsells Park Stud

Richard Hannon, Marlborough 020656-

S Aten Therapeutics

TIMEFORM VIEW Huge eye-catcher when beaten a neck by Two Tempting at Sandown last summer and also shaped well next 2 starts. Form subsequently dipped but he’ll be a threat if able to get back on track following a 7-month absence (gelded in the meantime). TFRHHHII

14 COGITATE (IRE) (143) 4 9 1 (13)

B g Churchill (IRE) - Damaniyat Girl (USA) (Elusive Quality (USA)) J Hollie Doyle

Mr H. Frost

Br Lynch Bages Ltd

Charles Hills, Lambourn 15/2004- C

S Wishanger Estates Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Looked a good prospect when making a winning debut in 7f novice here at 2 yrs. Failed to build on that in handful of appearances last year but shaped well on ﬁrst start since being gelded when fourth of 14 in a 1m Kempton handicap in November and he’s not without hope.

TFRHHHII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 14 (EXACTA)

Blinkers worn by No. 12. Running for the ﬁrst time since Gelding No. 1, 8, 10, 13. Running for the ﬁrst time since Wind Surgery No. 10.

2024: METAL MERCHANT (IRE) 4 8 10 David Probert 12-1 (Jack Channon) 21 ran

Betting Forecast: 5-1 Silver Sword (GB), 13-2 James McHenry (GB), 7-1 Metal Merchant (IRE), 9-1 Urban Lion (GB), 11-1 Classic (GB), 12-1 Cogitate (IRE), 14-1 Son (GB), 16-1 Pearl Eye (GB), 18-1 Arisaig (GB), 20-1 Inishfallen (IRE), 22-1 Two Tempting (IRE), 28-1 Ebt’s Guard (GB), Dragon Leader (IRE), 33-1 Great Acclaim (GB)

Race Summary: Jack Channon holds a strong hand with his representatives URBAN LION and Metal Merchant both making plenty of appeal. The latter resumed in top form when taking this race 12 months ago and, though 6lb higher this time round, he is not passed over at all lightly However, preference is for his up-and-coming stablemate who had plenty left in the tank when striking on his reappearance on the all-weather in February Classic is also shortlisted, along with James McHenry and Cogitate.

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Saturday 20th September

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THE CORAL SCOTTISH GRAND NATIONAL HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS

for ﬁve yrs old and upwards

1) (PREMIER HANDICAP) (GBB RACE)

Total prize fund

£200000

Owners Prize Money 1st £86080, 2nd £35480, 3rd £17740, 4th £8880, 5th £4440, 6th £2220, 7th £1100, 8th £560. (Penalty Value £112540) Weights raised 5ls and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 MR INCREDIBLE (IRE) (21) 2UP-PTP 9 12-0

Br B g Westerner - Bartlemy Bell (IRE)

O Mr J. Manclark

B R. Lynch

Alice Stevens (3) J

Sandy Thomson, Greenlaw T

TIMEFORMVIEWQuirkysortbutrunner-upinlastseason’sMidlandsNational.However,endedtimewithWillieMullinsonalow-keynotelastspring andrefusedtoraceonreturn/stabledebutatWetherbyinDecember PulledupatKelsoonlyrunsince.Bestleftalone. TFRHHIII BHA150

2 HENRY’S FRIEND (IRE) (32) 1P-4510

Br B g Shirocco (GER) - Easter Bonnie (IRE)

O Elizabeth and Oliver Troup

8 11-8

Ben Jones J

Ben Pauling, Naunton T

B Otto Daniel Kueres Fitzdares S

TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever when resuming winning ways at Newbury (26f) over Christmas and not disgraced when eighth of 24 in Ultima at Cheltenham (25f) only run since. One to consider now tackling a longer trip. TFRHHHII BHA144

3 OUR POWER (IRE) (49) 0/0F-223

Br B g Power - Scripture (IRE)

O Walters Plant Hire & Potter Group

10 11-7

Dylan Johnston (3) J

Sam Thomas, Cardiff T

B Mr John Hennessy Potter Group S

TIMEFORMVIEW Quite lightly raced since scoring at Kempton over 2 years ago but he arrives in good nick, third of 13 in Ladbrokes Trophy at Kempton (24f) in February Respected. TFRHHHII BHA143

4 OLYMPIC MAN (FR) (34) 12-P461

Br B g Martaline - Parcelle de Sou (FR)

8 11-6

Mr P. W. Mullins J

O Mrs Audrey Turley W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B Mr Jean-Philippe Dubois

TIMEFORMVIEWOnlythirdrunoverfenceswhenwinning15-runnernovicechaseatNaas(20f)34daysago.Lacksexperiencebutheshoweda goodattitudetheresoisnoforlornhopesteppingupmarkedlyintripforhishandicapchasedebut Oneof6foryard. TFRHHHII BHA142

5 MACDERMOTT (FR) (51) 11-P0UP CD

Br B g Saint des Saints (FR) - Venerie (FR)

O Gallagher Bloodstock Limited

B Mr Pierre Julienne

7 11-6

Danny Mullins J

W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

Gallagher Group Ltd. S

TIMEFORMVIEWTookthiseventasanovice12monthsagobuthe’syettoﬁreinfourrunsthisterm,pulledupinhandicapchase at Punchestown (27f) in February No surprise to see him bounce back here though for Mullins team. TFRHHHII BHA142

6 FAMOUS BRIDGE (IRE) (32) U4-2316 C 9 11-5

Br B g Fame And Glory - Wahiba Hall (IRE)

O Hemmings Racing

Sean Quinlan J

Nicky Richards, Greystoke T

B John Gallagher Trust Inns Limited S TIMEFORMVIEWCheekpiecesonfortheﬁrsttimewhenresumingwinningwaysinGrandNationalTrialatHaydockinFebruary.Backeditup withasolidsixthinUltimaatCheltenhamsincesoheneedsconsideringwiththeemphasismoreonstaminahere. TFRHHHII BHA141

7 CAPTAIN CODY (IRE) (32) 1-0443U 7 11-4

Br B g Arctic Cosmos (USA) - Fromthecloudsabove (IRE)

O V Caldwell/A Shamoon/Mrs A Shamoon Ibgi

B R. Morrissey

Harry Cobden J

W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEWVeryuseful2m4fhurdlewinner Ontheupoverfencesthisseason(thirdin3mNavanmaidenchase)butunseatedhisrider13thinNational HuntChaseatCheltenhamlastmonth.Thisincreasedstaminatestpromisestosuitsohe’sonefortheshortlistfromtheMullinssextet TFRHHHII BHA140

8 SURREY QUEST (IRE) (69) 102-2U3

Br B g Milan - Roztoc (IRE)

8 11-3

Kevin Brogan J O Surrey Racing (SQ)

Toby Lawes, Beare Green T

B S. McElroy Surrey Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWSignedofflasttermwithaﬁnesecondinthiseventandteedhimselfupwellforanothergoodrunherewhen a staying-on third in the Edinburgh National in February. A likely player off an unchanged mark. TFRHHHHI BHA139

9 CHOSEN WITNESS (IRE) (62) 41-003U C 8 11-1

Br B g Well Chosen - Whatareyousaying (IRE)

O Monabeg Investments Limited

B John Dunford (Jnr)

Sean O’Keeﬀe J

W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEWAuseful3m-winninghurdlerherelastspringandhe’sshownpromiseoverfencesthisterm,stillgoingwellwhenunseatedrider4outin3mGrade2noviceat NavaninFebruary Appealsasaverylikelyimprovernowhandicappingwithhisstaminadrawnout CouldprovethepickoftheMullinsteam. TFRHHHHH BHA137

SPANISH

HARLEM (FR) (51) 36-P004

Br Ch g Spanish Moon (USA) - Souverainete (FR)

7 11-0

Brian Hayes J

O Dr S. P. Fitzgerald W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B E.A.R.L. Elevage Des Loges

TIMEFORMVIEWIt’snow11runssincehislastwinin2022butheturnedinhisbesteffortoftheseasonwhenfourthof17inhandicap chase at Punchestown (27f) 51 days ago. Possibilities with cheekpieces added from the Mullins team. TFRHHHII BHA136

11 HASTHING (FR) (32) 6-4114F

8 10-11

Br B g Konig Turf (GER) - Trendy (FR) Jonjo O’Neill Jr. J

O Mr John P. McManus Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham T

B Guillaume Gosselin & Pierre Emmanuel Gui Wasdell Group S

TIMEFORMVIEWHastakenwelltofencesthisseason,baggingapairofhandicapsatWindsoreithersideofChristmas.Runningwell(lkelytohavemade theframe)whenfelllastinNationalHuntChaseatCheltenhamlasttimesohemustentercalculationsoffthesamemark. TFRHHIII BHA133

12 ROCK MY WAY (IRE) (32) 2-31422

Br B g Getaway (GER) - Far Rock (IRE)

7 10-11

Brendan Powell J

O J P Romans & Nick Case Joe Tizzard, Sherborne T

B Rockvale Stud Coral Racing Limited S TIMEFORM VIEWGotoffthemarkoverfencesatDoncasterforAnthonyCharltoninNovemberandtookabigstepforwardforhisnewyardinachangeofheadgear whenanexcellentsecondof18inNationalHuntChaseatCheltenhamlastmonth.Anotherboldshowingisonthecardsnudgedupjust1lb. TFRHHHHI BHA133

13 SAIL AWAY (FR) (16) PF0632 C 9 10-10

Br Gr g Martaline - Baraka du Berlais (FR) Harry Skelton J

O Mr and Mrs J. D. Cotton Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B S.A.R.L. Phoenix Eventing John Cotton (Group) Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEW Hasn’tprovedthemostreliablebutthiscoursewinnercomeshereingoodnick,secondof6inhandicap chase at Warwick (24f) 16 days ago. No forlorn hope on his ﬁrst go over a marathon trip. TFRHHHII BHA132

14 WISEGUY (IRE) (30) 66P-160

Br B g Fame And Glory - Sunset Queen (IRE)

O The Wise Guys & Girls

9 10-7

Nico de Boinville J

Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T

B Philip Hore Unibet S TIMEFORMVIEWResumedwithawinin2m6fhandicapchaseatNewburyinNovemberandhaspostedtwosolideffortssince,seventhof23inKimMuir ChaseatCheltenhamonlatteroccasion.ThislongertrippromisestosuitthissonofFameAndGlorysohe’salivelyoutsider. TFRHHHHI BHA129

15 FLASH DE TOUZAINE (FR) (30) 245061

10 10-7

Br B g Kapgarde (FR) - Narcisse de Touzaine (FR) Sean Flanagan J

O J Carthy/E Nolan/K. P. Ryan/Mrs A Doyle

B S.C.E.A. Jandard

Miss Liz Doyle, Ireland T

TIMEFORMVIEW Ended a long losing run in 7-runner handicap chase at Limerick (23f) 30 days ago. Up 7lb now but he came home an excellent third in this in 2023 so needs considering. TFRHHHII BHA129

16 WALKING ON AIR (IRE) (30) P-P63F0 8 10-6

Br B g Walk In The Park (IRE) - Reﬁnement (IRE)

Richie McLernon J

O J Carthy, Mrs P Shanahan & D Tabor Faye Bramley, Lambourn T

B Chelston Ireland, Ltd.

TIMEFORMVIEWDual-winninghurdlerforNickyHenderson.Madealow-keystartforGaryBrownoverfencesbuthasrevivedoflateanddidn’tejoy thesmoothestofpassageswhen11thof23inKimMuiratCheltenhamlasttime.Can’tberuledoutforanothernewyard. TFRHHHII BHA128

17 THE KNIPHAND (FR) (42) 5-12132 BF

Br B g Choeur du Nord (FR) - La Chichina (FR)

7 10-5

Sam Twiston-Davies J

O Mr D. Owens Nigel Twiston-Davies, Cheltenham T

B Mr Emmanuel Le Roux Capital Reinforcing S

TIMEFORMVIEW Isenjoyinganexcellentseasonoverfences(landed apairof3m novicehandicaps)andrecordedaverygood second of 12 in Grimthorpe at Doncaster (26f) last month. Not taken lightly with this longer trip a likely plus. TFRHHHHI BHA127

18 GROZNI (FR) (30) 65-P156 9 10-5

Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Urane de Ferbet (FR) Callum Pritchard (5) J

O J Melville and A Mehrad James Owen, Newmarket T

B Mr Ivan Dumont

TIMEFORMVIEW GainedhisﬁrstwinforhiscurrentyardinhandicaphurdleatWetherbyinDecember.Backchasinginachangeof headgear when a solid sixth of 23 in Kim Muir at Cheltenham last time. Not dismissed off a 2lb lower mark. TFRHHHII BHA127

19 DOM OF MARY (FR) (30) 130-P20 9 10-4

Br B g Saddler Maker (IRE) - Antinea Marie (FR) Caoilin Quinn J

O Mr P. J. Cave David Bridgwater, Stow-on-the-Wold T

B Robert Perret & Jean-Pierre Pidoux

TIMEFORMVIEW Arrives in good nick, runner-up in the Sussex National at Plumpton before coming in eighth of 23 in Kim Muir at Cheltenham. Shortlisted off a 1lb lower mark. TFRHHHII BHA126

20 SNIPE (IRE) (16) 0-22303

Br B g Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Pisces

O Foxtrot Racing Snipe

8 10-4

Harry Atkins (7) J

Dan Skelton, Alcester T

B Mrs Ethel Browne Foxtrot Racing Syndicates S

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to score this term but he’s holding his form well, cheekpieces ﬁtted when third of 6 in handicap chase at Warwick (24f) 16 days ago. Likely to be in the picture back up in trip. TFRHHHII BHA126

21 KLARC KENT (FR) (32) P0P000

Br B g Spanish Moon (USA) - Kryptonie (FR)

9 10-2

Jonathan Burke J

O Mr Colm O’Connell W. P. Mullins, Ireland T

B Sylvie Crepin Berard & Laurent Berard

TIMEFORMVIEWStilltowinoverfencesbutherecordedanexcellentfourthinthis12monthsagoandhintedatarevivalinﬁrst-timecheekpieces wheneighthof18inNationalHuntChaseatCheltenhamlastmonth.Can’tberuledoutfromMullinsyard. TFRHHHII BHA122

22 MAGNA SAM (GB) (69) 0P-PP31

Br B g Black Sam Bellamy (IRE) - Angie Marinie

O Mr S. Price

11 10-2

David Noonan J

Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth T

B Shade Oak Stud Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Rejuvenated by ﬁtting of cheekpieces when landing Edinburgh National at Musselburgh for a second time in February. Has a 10lbhighermark(2lboutofthehandicap)toovercomeherebutstillcan’tbedismissedwithheadgearagainsported. TFRHHHII BHA122

23 BRANDT

(IRE) (41) 0U5221

Br B g Affinisea (IRE) - Bean Ki Moon (IRE)

7 10-2

Sean Bowen J

O Del Boy Partnership Cian Collins, Ireland T

B Tim Hegarty TIMEFORMVIEWBetterthaneversincesteppedupindistanceandhebagged3m4fhandicapchaseatLeopardstown last month. 4lb “wrong” in the weights but possibilities on his ﬁrst go over a marathon trip. TFRHHHII BHA120

DECLARED RUNNERS 23 2024: MACDERMOTT (FR) 6 10 7 Daniel Mullins 18-1 (W P Mullins) 26 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 10, 11. Visor worn by No. 18. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8, 9, 10, 13, 15, 16, 23. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 6, 8, 15, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22.

Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Chosen Witness (IRE), 9-1 Rock My Way (IRE), 12-1 Walking On Air (IRE), 14-1 Henry’s Friend (IRE), Olympic Man (FR), Macdermott (FR), Surrey Quest (IRE), 16-1 Captain Cody (IRE), The Kniphand (FR), 25-1 Hasthing (FR), Wiseguy (IRE), 28-1 Flash de Touzaine (FR), 33-1 Our Power (IRE), Spanish Harlem (FR), Sail Away (FR), 40-1 Magna Sam (GB), Brandt (IRE), 50-1 Famous Bridge (IRE), 66-1 Grozni (FR), Snipe (IRE), 80-1 Dom of Mary (FR), Klarc Kent (FR), 150-1 Mr Incredible (IRE)

Willie Mullins took this 12 months ago and could again hold sway with his unexposed handicap debutant CHOSEN WITNESS taken to emerge on top now he tackles a marathon trip for the ﬁrst time. Joe Tizzard’s new recruit Rock My Way could emerge as the chief threat on the back of an excellent second in Cheltenham’s National Hunt Chase, with The Kniphand, Wiseguy and Surrey Quest also ﬁrmly in the picture. Olympic Man and Captain Cody can’t be ruled out either from the all-conquering Mullins camp.

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THE DUBAI DUTY FREE TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS

“CONFINED” MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses which have

run no more than twice)

(GBB RACE)

for maiden three yrs old

Total prize fund £22500

(For conditions of this race see page 47)

Leading course trainer (20-25): R Hannon (49 wins from 462 runners, 11%) runs ARCTIC GREY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Hannon (4 wins from 29 runners, 14%) runs ARCTIC GREY

Longest Travellers: NUTMEG trained by G Scott, CROWN OF OAKS trained by W Haggas, KILLENAULE trained by H Eustace, KING OF NARNIA trained by J & T Gosden, all Newmarket, 112 miles.

(IRE) (-)

Gr c Dark Angel (IRE) - Postulant (Kyllachy)

Mr Saeed Bin Mohammed Al Qassimi Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Br Denis Noonan

TIMEFORM VIEW 80,000 gns yearling, Dark Angel colt. Dam, 6f winner, sister to very smart 7f-8.3f winner Penitent and useful 2-y-o 5f-6f winner Supplicant.

2 BEAGLE BAY (FR) (-)

B g New Bay -Volunteer Point (IRE) (Footstepsinthesand)

Valmont & Ballylinch Stud Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down

Br James Wigan

S R M Beckett Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 60,000 gns foal, New Bay gelding. Dam, winner up to 1m (2-y-o 6f winner), half-sister to useful 2-y-o 5f winner Limetree Lady.

3 CROWN OF OAKS (GB) (189)

B c Wootton Bassett - Forest Crown (Royal Applause)

Tony Bloom & Ian McAleavy

Br Car Colston Hall Stud

William Haggas, Newmarket 3-

S Somerville Lodge Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW 260,000 gns Wootton Bassett colt. Brother to smart 7f/1m winner English Oak and closely related to 1 1/4m/10.2f winner Forest of Dean and winner up to 10.2f State Occasion. Big eye-catcher when third in Newmarket maiden in the autumn. Holds some fancy entries so big run expected.

4 HALF MOON KING (IRE) (-)

B c Persian King (IRE) - Udalla (IRE) (Dream Ahead (USA))

Mr Mohammed Jaber

Harry Charlton, Beckhampton

J Trevor Whelan

Br Bering Sl H

TIMEFORMVIEW €70,000 yearling, Persian King colt. Dam Spanish winner up to 1m (2-y-o 7f winner) from family of Hurricane Run. Wears hood. TFRHHIII

5 INDIAN SPIRIT (IRE) (24) 9 7 (13)

B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Bongiorno (IRE) (High Chaparral (IRE))

TemeValley

Br Diomed Bloodstock Ltd

J James Doyle

Charles Hills, Lambourn 3

S Wishanger Estates Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW €195,000 yearling, Invincible Spirit colt. Dam, 1 1/4m winner who stayed 1 3/4m, half-sister to smart winner up to 1m Sabbeeh. 11/4, promising third of 8 in maiden at Southwell (7.1f) on debut 24 days ago, showing greenness. Will improve STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 19/3/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed. TFRHHHII

6 KILLENAULE (IRE) (15)

B c Kitten’s Joy (USA) - Silberpfeil (IRE) (Clodovil (IRE))

9 7 (3) BHA-

J Jamie Spencer

Ciaron Maher Bloodstock Harry Eustace, Newmarket 3-3 BF

Br William J. Kennedy

S Rank Interactive (Gibraltar) Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising Kitten’s Joy colt who was a close third of 10 in novice at Lingﬁeld (8f, AW) on debut in November for Ollie Sangster Better than result starting out for this yard at Southwell on return and remains with potential. TFRHHHII

ONE MILE, Round Course (8f)

7 KING OF NARNIA (GB) (113)

9 7 (6) BHA-

B c Kingman - Sharp Susan (USA) (Touch Gold (USA)) J Kieran Shoemark

Cayton Park Stud Limited

Br Cayton Park Stud Ltd

John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket 2-

TIMEFORMVIEW Kingman colt. Half-brother to several winners, including smart 6f/7f winner Signore Fox, useful 1m winner Marksman Queen. Dam US 1m-9f (Grade 2 and including at 2 yrs) winner.Too green when second of 7 in maiden at Wolverhampton (8.6f, 1/3) on debut. Off 113 days. Should have a lot more to offer STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 20/12/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. TFRHHHHI

8 KING OFTHE SEA (GB) (-)

9 7 (2)

B c Sea The Moon (GER) - Ghalyah (Frankel) J George Downing TBT Racing Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn

Br Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW 80,000 gns yearling, Sea The Moon colt. Half-brother to 1 1/2m winner Scenic and 6.5f/7f winner Miss Roberts, both useful. Dam unraced half-sister to smart winner up to 11.6f English King. TFRHHIII

9 LEDANIS (IRE) (42) 9 7 (4)

B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Ledena (Pivotal) J Rossa Ryan Mrs Fitri Hay

Br Nd Bloostock

Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down 34

S JMH Group

TIMEFORM VIEW 325,000 gns yearling, Gleneagles gelding. Half-brother to 2 winners, including 11f-12.5f winner Lednikov. Dam, German 7f/1m winner, half-sister to Preis der Diana winner Penelopa. Much better effort when fourth in novice at Southwell (8.1f) 42 days ago, not knocked about. Should progress again. TFRHHHII

10 LOLA MOON (GB) (-)

B c Sea The Moon (GER) - Lola Paige (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

Apple Tree Stud

Br Apple Tree Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW

(1)

Alan King, Barbury Castle

S Apple Tree Stud

Sea The Moon colt. Dam maiden sister to useful 2-y-o 8.3f winner Ontario.

11 MIGHTY BOY (FR) (221) 9 7 (14)

Ch g Zarak (FR) - Age of Reﬁnement (IRE) (Pivotal)

Martin Hughes and Partners

Br Mr Sam Sangster

J Sean Levey

Brian Meehan, Manton 20-

S Old Oak Holdings Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising start to his career when second of 11 in a valuable newcomers event at Deauville in August but down the ﬁeld in maiden at Goodwood following month. Has been gelded. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 3/9/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

12 NUTMEG (IRE) (24)

B c Kodiac - Najraan (Cadeaux Genereux)

Amo Racing & Partner

Br Tally-Ho Stud

HHHII

7 (11)

J David Egan

George Scott, Newmarket 2

TIMEFORMVIEW 150,000 gns yearling, Kodiac colt. Brother to smart winner up to 7.6f Devilwala and closely related to winner abroad by Exceed And Excel. Acquitted himself well when splitting a pair that set a decent standard when second in maiden at Southwell last month and should improve

13 POINT OF CONTACT (IRE) (267) 9 7

B c Blue Point (IRE) - Allegrezza (Sir Percy)

Mr Saeed Suhail

Br Roundhill Stud & J. S. Investments

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

TIMEFORMVIEW 120,000 gns yearling, Blue Point colt. Half-brother to several winners, including useful 7f/1m winner Ebeko and 1m-1 1/2m winner Cadmus. 14/1, best of newcomers when third of 16 in novice at this course (7f, good to ﬁrm) on debut. Off 8 months. Open to progress. TFRHHHHI 14 SPANISHTRAIN (GB) (-) 9 7 (5) BHA-

B c Lope deVega (IRE) - GoldenValentine (FR) (Dalakhani (IRE)) J David Probert

Valmont & Ballylinch Stud Paul & Oliver Cole, Whatcombe

Br Ecurie des Monceaux/LNJ Foxwoods SC S P. F. I. Cole Ltd T TIMEFORMVIEW €170,000 yearling, Lope De Vega colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including smart winner up to 13f Ancient Wisdom and useful winner up to 1 1/4m Intricacy. Dam French winner up to 12.5f (Prix Minerve and 2-y-o 9f winner). Wears tongue strap. TFRHHHII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 14 (EXACTA)

Hood worn first time by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 14. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2, 11.

2024: ECONOMICS 3 9 7 Tom Marquand 4-6 (William Haggas) 17 ran

Betting Forecast: 5-2 Crown of Oaks (GB), 15-2 Nutmeg (IRE), 10-1 King of Narnia (GB), Point of Contact (IRE), 11-1 Mighty Boy (FR), 12-1 Indian Spirit (IRE), 16-1 Killenaule (IRE), 22-1 Beagle Bay (FR), Ledanis (IRE), Spanish Train (GB), 33-1 Arctic Grey (IRE), Half Moon King (IRE), King Of The Sea (GB), 66-1 Lola Moon (GB)

J Hollie Doyle

Race Summary: William Haggas won this last year with Economics and he saddles the very interesting CROWN OF OAKS, who made a highly encouraging start when third in a Newmarket maiden in the autumn. Point of Contact fared best of the newcomers when third in a novice here last summer and is another to consider along with King of Narnia. who was sent off a warm order on debut at Wolverhampton but was held back by inexperience.

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“CONFINED” EBF MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS

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for maiden three yrs old

Total prize fund £40000

(For conditions of this race see page 47)

Leading course trainer (20-25): R Hannon (49 wins from 462 runners, 11%) runs SCHEMAYA

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Hannon (4 wins from 29 runners, 14%) runs SCHEMAYA

Longest Travellers: GOLD CUP DAY & OPPORTUNITY trained by W Haggas, BRYANT trained by G Scott, KENNETH trained by J & T Gosden, IVATT trained by C Fellowes, all Newmarket, 112 miles.

Gr c Afﬁnisea (IRE) - Dearborn (FR) (Martaline) J

Green Team Racing Owen Burrows, Lambourn

Br Gavin Wallace

TIMEFORM VIEW €7,000 foal, Afﬁnisea colt. Dam unraced from very good family of Poule d’Essai des Pouliches winner BaiserVole.Yard can ready a newcomer and he’s worth a look. In the Derby. TFR

2 BRYANT (IRE) (54)

B c Wootton Bassett - Steip Amach (IRE) (Vocalised (USA)) J David Egan Amo Racing Limited

Br Etreham Riviera Eq Girod de L’Ain Grivel

George Scott, Newmarket 4-2 BF

S Sports Invest UK Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 220,000 gns Wootton Bassett half-brother to 1m winner Evergreen, out of a smart winner up to 1m who stayed 1 1/4m. Has made a good start in maidens 4 months apart, green and edged out when short odds at Wolverhampton on return. Blinkers on and this longer trip will suit this Irish Derby entry TFRHHHII

FURTHUR

(IRE) (169)

Br or Gr c Waldgeist - Danamight (IRE) (Danetime (IRE)) J Oisin Murphy

The Merry Pranksters & Partner

Br Max Morris

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere 02-

S Tattersalls

TIMEFORM VIEW Plenty about him physically and took a big step forward from debut when chasing home potential pattern performer over 1m in the mud here when last seen 169 days ago. Longer trip will suit and can go on improving this year. TFRHHHII

4 GOLD CUP DAY (GB) (-)

B c Golden Horn - Great And Small (Galileo (IRE))

Mr Nicholas Jones

Br ColnValley Stud

William Haggas, Newmarket

TIMEFORMVIEW Golden Horn colt. Half-brother to 6f winner Ingleton. Dam, 12.3f winner, closely related to top-class winner up to 2 1/2m (including Irish Derby) Fame And Glory Newcomer to note for top yard. TFRHHHII

5 IVATT (GB) (171)

Ch c Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Lady Bergamot (FR) (Mastercraftsman (IRE))

Andrew & Julia Turner Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket 2-

Br Andrew and Julia Turner

S Andrew Turner Builders

TIMEFORM VIEW Ghaiyyath colt out of a 1 1/4m-1 3/4m winner, half-sister to useful winner up to 2m Lord George. Easy to back but produced a promising ﬁrst effort at Newmarket (1 1/4m) in October, impressing with the way he travelled but then running green under pressure. Derby entry will improve. TFRHHHHI

6 KENNETH (GB) (-)

9 7 (2) BHAB c Kingman - Gretchen (Galileo (IRE)) J Robert Havlin

Normandie Stud Ltd

Br Normandie Stud Ltd

John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

S Normandie Stud Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Kingman colt. Half-brother to 11f winner Lionel and 11f-1 3/4m winner Gregory (scored on debut), both smart. From a fantastic family for connections and no surprise to see him go well. TFRHHHII

7 OPPORTUNITY (GB) (164)

9 7 (1)

BHA-

B c Frankel - Izzi Top (Pivotal) J James Doyle

Wathnan Racing

Br MeonValley Stud

William Haggas, Newmarket 4-

S Damsa Holding Company W.L.L

TIMEFORM VIEW 475,000 gns Frankel colt. Brother to useful 1m-1 1/2m winner Zagato and half-brother to several winners, from excellent family 7/2, very promising start behind a good prospect in extended 1m Nottingham maiden in October Could be a lot more to come up in trip and he’s in the Derbies.

8 WHATCOMBE (IRE) (191)

9 7 (3)

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BHA-

B g Camelot - Duchess Andorra (IRE) (Duke of Marmalade (IRE)) J Hector Crouch

Valmont,MV Magnier,T Magnier&P Shanahan

Paul & Oliver Cole, Whatcombe 02Br M. Ryan

S P. F. I. Cole Ltd T

TIMEFORMVIEW No show on debut at Goodwood but proved a different proposition with blinkers ﬁtted second time out at Salisbury (1m) in October, nearly making his experience tell. Gelded and up to winning races this year Tongue tie goes on. TFRHHHII

9 SCHEMAYA (IRE) (161)

Ch f Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Shenoya (FR) (Zoffany (IRE))

J Sean Levey Stall Perlen Ab Richard Hannon, Marlborough 0Br Ringfort Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Sales price rocketed to EUR360,000 as a yearling and she shaped with a little encouragement on debut at Newmarket (7f, heavy) in November Upped markedly in trip on return.

TFRHHIII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9 (EXACTA)

Blinkers worn ﬁrst time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 8.

Running for the ﬁrst time since Gelding No. 8.

2024: HIDDEN LAW (IRE) 3 9 7 William Buick 4-5 (Charlie Appleby) 10 ran

Betting Forecast: 11-4 Opportunity (GB), 7-2 Ivatt (GB), 11-2 Furthur (IRE), 7-1 Kenneth (GB), 9-1 Gold Cup Day (GB), 11-1 Bryant (IRE), 20-1 Al Wasl Storm (IRE), 33-1 Whatcombe (IRE), 66-1 Schemaya (IRE)

Race Summary: Often one of the best middle-distance maidens of the spring and a number of these hold Derby entries, including OPPORTUNITY, who is the type to improve markedly on his promising start at Nottingham in the autumn. He gets the vote over Ivatt, who tanked through the race when second at Newmarket ﬁrst time up and looks a smart prospect. Furthur has more to come for Andrew Balding, while the superbly-bred Kenneth should uphold family tradition and be quickly winning races.

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Leading course trainer (20-25): R Hannon (49 wins from 462 runners, 11%) runs MORCAR Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Hannon (4 wins from 29 runners, 14%) runs MORCAR Longest Travellers: YOKOHAMA trained by J Butler, LONE PIPER trained by T Clover, WESTRIDGE trained by J & T Gosden, EXPRESSIONLESS trained by D Cunha, GOZO trained by B Brookhouse, all Newmarket, 112 miles.

1 METALLO (IRE) (30)

B g Caravaggio (USA) - Sweet Dreams Baby (IRE) (Montjeu (IRE)) J Rossa Ryan Recycled Products Limited Jack Channon, West Ilsley 4/03-236

Br Barronstown Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Just the one victory to his name back in summer 2023 but built a solid all-weather profile over the winter Not quite so good at Chelmsford last month and is back on turf for the first time since his 2-y-o days. One for the shortlist with fitness on his side.

2 WESTRIDGE (FR) (140)

B g Blue Point (IRE) - Embiyra (IRE) (Tamayuz)

Mr & Mrs Manchester & N Wrigley

Br Mr Samuel De Barros

J Kieran Shoemark

John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket 0310P0-

S Tattersalls

TIMEFORMVIEW Improved another chunk when shedding maiden tag in a Windsor novice last June. Better than result on Glorious Goodwood handicap debut at the start of August but merely matched previous form 4 months on when seventh at Wolverhampton. Off another 5 months but remains low mileage. TFRHHHII

3 GREAT CHIEFTAIN (IRE) (35) 4 9 8 (15)

B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Ivirka (FR) (Mastercraftsman (IRE))

Mrs Fitri Hay

Br Skyfarm Farm & Scea Marmion

J Jamie Spencer

Paul & Oliver Cole, Whatcombe 31211-0 C

S JMH Group B

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive during second half of last season, making it 3 wins from 4 starts with a determined display in 7-runner Newmarket handicap (1m) in August. Might have needed the run after 7 months off at Wolverhampton recently and feasible to think he could do better yet as a 4-y-o. TFRHHHII

4 ROARIN’ SUCCESS (GB) (195) 5 9 7 (11)

Ch m Roaring Lion (USA) - Random Success (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))

Paul Inglett

Br Paul Inglett

J Trevor Whelan

Harry Charlton, Beckhampton 202630-

S Tote

TIMEFORMVIEW Placed 4 out of 7 starts last year, including when 1 1/4 lengths third of 10 to Warda Jamila at Haydock penultimate start. Last seen running poorly in ﬁrst-time cheekpieces at Epsom (10.1f, soft) in September so no surprise to see the headgear ditched on return. TFRHHIII

5 ROCKITTOMMY (GB) (164) 5 9 7 (12)

Ch g Tamayuz - Saving Grace (Mastercraftsman (IRE))

Probert Peregrine Racing & Sir Mark & Lady Todd

Patrick Chamings, Basingstoke

Br Fittocks Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW Notched ﬁrst handicap success quite readily at Kempton in October and having bumped into a 3-y-o improver next outing, quickly resumed winning ways there (12f) later that month, ﬁnding further progress even if he did have the run of the race. Has since moved yards ahead of return.

6 MORCAR (GB) (208)

B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Loved So Much (Dansili) J AlecVoikhansky (3) Mrs Johnny de la Hey Richard Hannon, Marlborough

D Br Al Wasmiyah Stud Ltd S Tote B

TIMEFORMVIEW Winner at Lingﬁeld last summer and took form up a notch to double his tally for the year at Windsor in August, enhancing his record in small ﬁelds (won all 3 outings in races with 5 runners or fewer). Shaped like a non-stayer at latter track (11.4f) the following month and off since.

7 LONDONER (IRE) (172)

5 9 4 (16)

Ch g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Gilt Edge Girl (Monsieur Bond (IRE)) J Richard Kingscote

Mr Alan Kerr

Br BDS UK & Irish National Stud

Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn 040020-

TIMEFORMVIEW On long losing run and struggled to string good efforts together last season, well held at Newcastle (5f) when last seen 6 months ago. Hiked back up in distance on ﬁrst start for a new yard and worth a second look in the betting for a shrewd outﬁt. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 22/10/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference 1f out. TFRHHHII

8 VAYNOR (IRE) (309)

6 9 2 (6)

Ro g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Sanaya (IRE) (Barathea (IRE)) J Callum Shepherd

Mr C. B. Hills

Br Newstead Breeding

Charles Hills, Lambourn 510/630-

S Wishanger Estates Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Bitterly disappointing in 3 starts last season, shaping as if amiss when last seen at Goodwood 10 months ago. Well treated on old form but needs to show he retains ability before getting involved. Watching brief advised. TFRHHIII

9 SWEET REWARD (IRE) (168)

B g Acclamation - Dangle (IRE) (Desert Style (IRE)) J Rob Hornby Old Stoic Racing Club & Partner

Br S.V. Schilcher

Jonathan Portman, Upper Lambourn 535044- C D

S Pump Technology Limited

TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner but it’s now 13 runs since his last win in 2023. Not disgraced at this C&D (heavy) on ﬁnal outing last season and begins this campaign from an attractive mark. Could be worth chancing having a rare start in class 4 company. TFRHHHHH

10 SPERIAMO (GB) (159) 5 9 2 (14)

Gr m Outstrip - Suerte Loca (IRE) (Peintre Celebre (USA))

ExorsOfS.Agodino,C.M.Budgett,P.J.McBride

Br Kirtlington Stud & Mr C. Budgett

NON-RUNNER

Philip McBride, Newmarket

S Tote

J Non Runner

612213- D

TIMEFORM VIEW In the form of her life back in the autumn, better than ever when regaining the winning thread in at Wolverhampton in October Unlucky not to ﬁnish even closer when a close third back there (12.2f) 11 days later and she’s one to keep on side with Buick booked for her reappearance. NON RUNNER. TFRIIIII

11 LONE

PIPER

(GB) (208) 4 9 0 (1)

B g Kingman - Guilty Twelve (USA) (Giant’s Causeway (USA)) J Jack Mitchell

Merry Fox Stud Limited Tom Clover, Newmarket 003261- D

Br Merry Fox Stud Limited B

TIMEFORM VIEW Seemingly perked up by ﬁrst-time blinkers/an 8-week break when opening his account at Windsor (10f, good) back in September, idling late but always holding on. Forced back up in grade but will be a danger to all if the headgear works as well a second time on reappearance.

12 PARKLAND (IRE) (30)

Br g Wootton Bassett - Shemya (FR) (Dansili)

Mrs M. E. Wates

Br Michael E Wates CBE

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere 3/20-40

S (Mr Michael Wates) Langton Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Handed a pretty stiff-looking opening mark on what he’d achieved and failed to improve upped in trip after 9 weeks off at Chelmsford (10f) last month. Murphy on board for the ﬁrst time but will need to leave previous efforts behind back on turf.

B g Intello (GER) - Putois Peace (Pivotal) J Cieren Fallon

Chris Housego & Dylan Cunha

Dylan Cunha, Newmarket 201200-

Br Bloomsbury Stud CP

TIMEFORMVIEW Dual winner last summer but ended campaign with a couple of lesser efforts on softer ground. Makes return having dropped back to last winning mark and yard have made a good start to the year. Did need his reappearance last season, however TFRHHHII

B g Toronado (IRE) - Golden Waters (Dubai Destination (USA))

J Oliver Carmichael (7) Eden Racing Club Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury 124104-

Br R. E. Crutchley

S ABM Catering Limited

TIMEFORMVIEW Caused a 28/1 surprise when notching a fourth win of the year at Brighton in August but was below form having a rare start away from that track when well beaten at Goodwood when last seen in September Likelihood is he will need this before a return to the south coast.

15 YOKOHAMA (IRE) (42)

B g Make Believe - Am I (USA) (Thunder Gulch (USA)) J David Egan Adnan Bahbahani John Butler, Newmarket 0

Br Patrick Hayes & Make Believe Syndicate

TIMEFORMVIEW Yet to add to his debut success at Newcastle back in 2023 and ran one of his lesser races at that track (10.2f) 6 weeks ago, outpaced before ﬁnal 1f. Handicapper drops him 7lb for this return to turf, but percentage call is to look elsewhere (gelded since).

16 GOZO (IRE) (24)

B g Cotai Glory - Malta (USA) (Gone West (USA)) J Hollie Doyle

Mr R. S. Brookhouse B F Brookhouse, Newmarket 0/05-220

Br Tom Twomey T CP

TIMEFORMVIEW Runner-up ﬁrst 2 starts this year but wasn’t in the same form back in cheekpieces at Southwell (11.1f) last time, doing too much too soon. Headgear retained for this return to turf and will need to bounce back if he’s to register a ﬁrst success in this sphere. TFRHHHII

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 16

Blinkers worn by No. 3, 6, 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 16.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 13, 16.

2024: QAASID (IRE) 6 9 2 Ryan Sexton 28-1 (Julie Camacho) 18 ran

Betting Forecast: 5-1 Rockit Tommy (GB), 11-2 Metallo (IRE), 6-1 Great Chieftain (IRE), 10-1 Lone Piper (GB), 12-1 Westridge (FR), 16-1 Roarin’ Success (GB), 20-1 Morcar (GB), Londoner (IRE), Yokohama (IRE), 25-1 Sweet Reward (IRE), Parkland (IRE), 28-1 Gozo (IRE), 33-1 Vaynor (IRE), 40-1 Expressionless (GB), 66-1 Uncle Dick (GB)

Race Summary: A fiercely competitive closing contest in which it could be worth taking a chance on SWEET REWARD, who wasn’t disgraced over C&D on final outing last season and begins this campaign from an attractive mark (finished second in this last year from same mark). Metallo has race-fitness on his side, so he heads up the dangers back on turf for the first time since his juvenile days, with Lone Piper and Great Chieftain just a couple of others to consider, too.

1-2-3: 1.SWEET REWARD (IRE) 2.METALLO (IRE) 3.LONE PIPER

Safe Journey Home

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