A warm welcome to the July Course for the final day of the Debenhams July Festival, featuring the Group One Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai July Cup, one of the most valuable and prestigious sprint races in the world. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai, Rossdales Veterinary Clinic and Trust A Trader for their sponsorship of today’s card We are also extremely grateful to our betting partner bet365 for their generous support across the three days
The Group One Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai July Cup was first established in 1876 and has since become one of the leading sprint races in the world. A fast and furious six furlongs, the race has an impressive roll of honour, including in recent years with multiple Group One scorers Starman, Alcohol Free and Shaquille all adding their names.
We are also grateful to our headline partner, Debenhams, who are supporting us across all three days of the July Festival Head down to their Debenhams Day Spa, based trackside in the Grandstand and Paddock Enclosure, where you can expect interactive beauty bars, hair and make-up touch up zones and some picture-perfect moments.
Head down to the Grandstand and Paddock Enclosure for Darts with the Stars, where racegoers can compete with some of the leading darts players, including Keith Deller and Russ Bray. We also encourage racegoers to join us after racing to enjoy a DJ set full of feel-good tunes and dance anthems from DJ, producer and TV personality Marcel Sommerville. Please look at the racecourse map further in this racecard for locations of all activities.
Looking ahead, the Newmarket Nights series will continue at the July Course, with further concerts from Tom Jones, Faithless, Ball and Boe and Sugababes and Natasha Bedingfield later in the summer, with tickets for all these events selling fast, and available through our website, www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/newmarket
We also look ahead to our next weekend of racing, with our Boots and Bridles Weekend Returning for 2025, step into a world where cowboy boots and jockey silks collide, and the sounds of the racetrack harmonize with the rhythms of country tunes. Join us on Friday 18th and Saturday 19th July to enjoy an action-packed afternoon of racing, followed by after-racing music!
Across the season, we would like to thank the European Breeders Fund for their contributions to prize money and Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai for their continued sponsorship of our Owners and Trainers facility
I hope that you all have a wonderful time here at Newmarket and wish all the horses and their connections the very best of luck
Sophie Able Newmarket Racecourses and International Director
DON’T FORGET OUR NEXT MEETINGFRIDAY 18TH JULY
BOOTS & BRIDLES FRIDAY
Get ready to saddle up for a fantastic new addition to our summer calendar!
INFO T: 0344 5793010 E: newmarket.boxoffice@thejockeyclub.co.uk W: thejockeyclub.co.uk/newmarket
ROSSDALES VETERINARY SURGEONS rossdales.com
TRUSTATRADER trustatrader.com
AL BASTI EQUIWORLD, DUBAI albasti.ae
RACEDAY OFFICIALS
Race Conditions can be found on page 78 & 79
Newmarket Racecourses Committee
Matthew Lohn, Esq. (Chairman)
Angus Gold, Esq.
Hon. Peter Stanley
Mrs Jane George
Mrs Rebecca Dunlop
Paddy Pritchard-Gordon, Esq
Ms Chloe Pitts
Newmarket Racecourses and International Director
Sophie Able
Head Of Racing & Clerk of the Course
Andrew Morris
Marketing Manager
Chris Burton
Finance Director
Stephanie Chester
Regional Head Of Operations
Darren Townsend
Farrier
Joe Traynor
Safety Officer
Sharon Hodgins
Safeguarding Officer
Sophie Able (Deputy DSL)
Commentator
Simon Holt
Raceday Announcers
Rosie Tapner
Gary Capewell
Betting Ring Manager
Sarah Woodborne
Stewards
Shaun Parker (Chief Steward)
Rupert Sweeting (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
Ben Ford
Simon Kirk
Tony McGlone
Louise Moore
Starters
Willie Jardine
Kieran O’Shea
Judge
David Hicks
Clerk Of The Scales
Jeremy Lind
Medical Officers
Dr Ross Worthington
Dr Martin Belsham
Dr Juno Jesuthasan
Veterinary Officers
Sally Bainton
Colin Roberts
Sally Taylor
Mark Murrell
Veterinary Surgeons
Simon Waterhouse
Kate Daly
Stuart Williamson
Jeremy Allen
Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers
Sarah Duncan
Elizabeth Budden
Sarah Shreeve
Sam Davis
Julie Lingham
Suzanne Feltham
Helena Warbrick
John Bramhill
Lisa Cook
The Jockey Club would like to thank our Group Partners for their support in 2025
As a leading distributor of horse feed, bedding and supplements in the greater GCC area, I am once again immensely proud to support the Jockey Club at Newmarket Racecourses for the 2025 season. Newmarket is credited as being where thoroughbred racing first started which is why so many from every corner of the world Mile Rowley The appreciate and assemble and The July Course.
As ever, the enthusiasm of Sophie Able and her team at Newmarket translates into a top class service for Owners, Trainers, Jockeys and Stable Staff and for that we are deeply grateful.
I would like to wish all those visiting Newmarket throughout the 2025 season, the very best of luck.
Aquick wayto see a horse’s past performance. These are its recent finishing positions.
Look out for Letters:
C = Has won at this course
D = Has won over this distance
CD = Has won over this distance at this course
BF = Was a beaten favourite
MORE INFORMATION ON THE FORM
- = New racing season
/ = Missed racing season
P =Waspulled-upanddidn’tfinishtherace
F = Horse fell
U = Rider unseated
R = Horse refused to race
CO = The horse was forced out of a race by a loose horse
B = Horse was brought down
S = Horse slipped
r = The horse ran around a jump or took the wrong course in a flat race
d = Disqualified
Bold form
figures = performance in all-weather (Flat) or Point-to-Point (Jump) races
How the experts rate the horse’s chances:
2. BHA rating = the higher the number, the better the horse.
3. Timeform view and TFR rating
Look out for the summary of leading course trainers before each race
Listen out for any jockeys who are having a successful day.
OTHER USEFUL DETAILS
6. Owner’s colours worn by the Jockey
7. Saddlecloth number
8. Horse’s name
9. Days since the horse last run
10. Horse’s age
11. Jockey’s weight (stone and Ibs)
12.Thehorse’sbreeding–father(sire)andmother(dam)
13. Horse’s owner
14. Horse’s breeder
15. Birthplace of horse
16. Draw– position ofthe horse inthe starting stalls
BETTING EXPLAINED
Select your horse. Note their name and saddlecloth number
Choose your bet. ‘To win’ or ‘each-way’ are popular types of bet.
‘To win’ is for your horse to come first.
‘Each-way’ is for your horse to come first or to be placed. It’s two bets, so ‘£2 each-way’ = £4 total bet.
Decide the amount – or stake – you are comfortable to bet.
Place your bet. There are different places to bet on course; The Tote, racecourse bookmakers, betting shop or online. Each option offers a different experience. Collect. Once ‘Weighed-in’ has been announced, present your betting slip and collect any winnings.
1. FORM EXPERTVIEW
4. HORSE’STRAINER &THEIR LOCATION
5. JOCKEYS
There is plenty of entertainment for guests to enjoy today!
Retraining of Racehorses parade at 12:30 with a meet and greet in the pre-parade ring after.
Play Darts alongside Legends, Keith Deller and Russ Bray
The Roaming Stars
Fat Cats
The Steel Panthers
Saxophonist, Jackson Buckler
Bouncy Castle (Garden Enclosure only)
Join us for the ultimate finale to The Debenhams July Festival! DJ, producer, and TV personality Marcel Sommerville will be hitting the back of the stage following the last race for approximately a 75-minute set.
RACING PHRASES
ACCUMULATOR bet involving two or more selections in different races: winnings from one are placed on the next
ALLWEATHER RACING
flat racing which takes place on an artificial surface
AMATEUR (rider) on racecards, their names are prefixed by Mr, Mrs, Captain, etc., to indicate their amateur status
ANTE-POST betting (usually on the most important races) days, weeks and even months before the race is due to take place
APPRENTICE young jockey tied by annually renewed contract to a licensed trainer while he or she is learning the business of race-riding
BACKWARD used of a horse which needs time to mature
CLAIMER of a race: a claiming race; of a jockey: an apprentice
COLT male, ungelded horse up to four years old
DAM mother of a horse
DISTANCE the length of a race: 5 furlongs is the minimum and the 4 1⁄2 miles of the Grand National the longest. Also, the margin by which a horse wins or is beaten by the horse in front: this ranges from a short head to ‘by a distance’ (more than 30 lengths); a ‘length’ is measured from the horse’s nose to the start of its tail
DRAW for flat racing only, describes a horse’s position in the starting stalls, drawn randomly the day before shortly after the horses are declared to run
EVENS or EVEN MONEY when your stake exactly equals your winningsthus £5 at evens wins a further £5
FILLY female horse up to four years old
FOAL horse of either sex from the time of its birth until 1 January the following year
FURLONG 220 yards (one eighth of a mile)
GELDING castrated horse
GOING the description of conditions underfoot on the racecourse. Official BHA going reports progress as follows:
Heavy - soft - good to soft - good - good to firm - firm - hard
GREEN (of a horse) inexperienced
HAND unit of four inches in which a horse’s height is measured, at the shoulder
JOLLY betting parlance for the favourite in a race - the horse with the shortest odds
JUDGE official responsible for declaring the finishing order of a race and the distances between the runners
JUVENILE two-year-old horse
MAIDEN horse which has not won a race
MARE female horse five years and over
MONKEY betting parlance for £500
OBJECTION complaint by one jockey against another regarding breach of rules during a race
ODDS ON odds where the winnings are less than the stake (which is of course returned to you): thus a winning £2 bet at 2-1 on wins you £1
PADDOCK area of the racecourse incorporating the pre-parade ring, parade ring and winner’s enclosure
PATTERN the elite races, divided in Flat racing into Groups One, Two, Three and Listed, and in jumping into Grades One, Two and Three
PENALTY weight added to the allotted handicap weight of a horse which has won since the weights were originally published
PHOTO FINISH electronic photographic device which determines minimal distances in a close finish
PLATE shoe worn by horse for racing
PLATER horse which usually runs in selling races (selling ‘plates’)
PONY betting parlance for £25
RULE 4 betting rule covering deductions made from winning bets if a horse is withdrawn after the betting market has been formed but before the ‘Under Starter’s Orders’ signal; the amount deducted depends on the price of the withdrawn horse
SIRE father of a horse
SPREAD A PLATE when a racing plate or horseshoe becomes detached from an animal’s hoof, this sometimes causes a delay while the horse is re-shod
SPRINGER/STEAMER a horse which shortens dramatically in the betting
SP/STARTING PRICE the official price of horse at which bets are settled in betting shops
STEWARDS the panel of men and women - usually a total of four - who are responsible for seeing that the Rules of Racing are adhered to
STEWARDS’ ENQUIRY enquiry by the stewards into the running of a race
TIC-TAC the bookmaker’s method of relaying odds information on the racecourse, by means of hand signals
WEIGH IN/WEIGH OUT weighing of jockey before and after a race to ensure that the correct weight has been carried; the announcement ‘weighed in’ signals that the result is official, and all bets can be settled
YANKEE combination bet involving four selections in different races: six doubles, four trebles and one four-horse accumulator - eleven bets
YEARLING horse of either sex from 1 January to 31 December of the year following its birth.
1. THE AVERAGE FLAT JOCKEY
is below 5’6 (although there are exceptions) and weigh between 8 & 9st
2. JOCKEYS BOOTS
They are mostly synthetic and can weigh as little as 300 grams
3. RACING SADDLE
Weighs between 1 & 2lb
4. JOCKEYS WHIP
A jockey’s whip is made from a core of light-weight carbon fibre surrounded by layers of air cushioned foam and light-weight leather. Usage of the whip is strictly controlled by the British Horseracing Authority Stewards who are present on raceday
5. SILKS
The silks that a jockey wears belong to the racehorse owner rather than the jockey. Each set is unique, such is the demand for certain designs that some colours can sell for thousands, or even tens of thousands of pounds
6. BREATHING
The horse’s lungs breath in and out 140 times per minute delivering 150 litres of air per second. At 10,000 litres per race, that is what a human breaths in a day
7. HEART CAPACITY
Up to 240 beats per minute moving 60 pints of blood during a race. A racehorse’s heart weighs the equivalent of 4 bags of sugar (around 4 kgs)
8. STRIDE LENGTH
An average racehorses’ stride length is 20-21ft
9. STRIDE FREQUENCY
Between 130 and 140 strides per minute
10. AVERAGE SPEED
37.5 mph
11. HORSES WEIGHT
A horses weight is approximately half a tonne
12. FUEL CONSUMPTION
A horse uses 35,000 calories per day, whereas a human adult male is advised to eat 2,500
DID YOU KNOW…
We offer a complimentary shuttle bus service on racedays
WHERE?
The bus runs between Newmarket Town Centre, Newmarket Train Station, and Newmarket Racecourses
WHEN?
The service starts 2 hours before the first race and stops at the first race. Return journeys commence approximately 45 minutes before the last race and continue for up to 2 hours.
ROWLEY MILE RACEDAYS
Pick up from Newmarket Town Centre (outside Unico Restaurant) or Newmarket Train Station
Arrive outside the Grandstand and Paddock Entrance
Return bus - Collect outside the Grandstand and Paddock Entrance, drop off at Newmarket Train Station or bus stop on The Avenue (just off the high street)
JULY COURSE RACEDAYS
Pick up from Newmarket Town Centre (outside Unico Restaurant) or Newmarket Train Station
Arrive in the White car park, outside Premier Entrance 1
Return bus - Collect from the White car park, drop off at Newmarket Train Station or bus stop on The Avenue (just off the high street)
ENJOY A HASSLE-FREE RACEDAY
Scan the QR code for more information about our complimentary shuttle buses and outrider coach services.
TODAY’S TOP TIPS
RACE ONE
Some powerhouse stables are represented and this looks a very decent maiden However, with five winners since 2017, Charlie Appleby has farmed this race and could again hold the key if SNOW LIGHT lives up to the billing as the choice of William Buick over her stable companion, Dancing Flower The chief threat to the selection could be Darkwing, a daughter of Frankel, whose dam was a Group 2 winner the same yard/connections. New Vega and Fan Me also warrant betting checks
Selection; SNOW LIGHT
RACE TWO
Danger: Darkwing
MISS NIGHTFALL was the subject of one of the biggest betting plunges of Royal Ascot week when she was backed into favouritism for the Sandringham Despite only managing to finish sixth in that race, she wasn't beaten far and it was a most encouraging effort on the basis of it being just her second run in a handicap. Bountiful (11th) and Saariselka (18th) appear held on the face value of the Ascot form and with that in mind, the Kensington Palace Stakes winner, Miss Information, is forwarded as the danger to selection, although drooping in trip off 6lb higher asks more of her.
Selection; MISS NIGHTFALL
RACE THREE
Danger: Miss Information
MORE THUNDER, who is 3lb well-in here, has won two of his three starts since joining William Haggas and was unlucky not to have completed the hat-trick when he was narrowly defeated in a tight finish to the Wokingham at Royal Ascot last month The son of Night Of Thunder stayed on readily that day and this additional furlong is well worth exploring given he ran over further when trained by Sir Michael Stoute The Wokingham third, Ten Pounds, is closely matched and is a serious threat to the selection Akkadian Thunder and Myal are also strong contenders.
Selection; MORE THUNDER
RACE FOUR
Danger: Ten Pounds
FIFTH COLUMN caught the eye when seventh in the Britannia at Royal Ascot as he did well to get so close from a low draw The son of Kingman clearly remains on a workable mark and may be the safest pick in a very competitive event. Bedouin Prince has shown plenty of ability in three starts to date, but an opening rating of 100 demands plenty from him on his handicap bow. Others to note are Secret Theory and Raafedd
Selection; FIFTH COLUMN
RACE FIVE
Danger: Bedouin Prince
ITALY created a big impression when winning on debut over 7f at Leopardstown in May and that form was boosted when the second filled the same position in the Chesham at Royal Ascot With improvement highly likely, Aidan O'Brien's colt gets the nod. That said, Saba Desert has a similar profile and Charlie Appleby has won five of the last nine renewals of this contest. The shortlist is completed by Wild Desert and Moonfall.
Selection; ITALY
RACE SIX
Danger:
Symbol Of Honour won a Group 2 sprint at Haydock in May, but William Buick prefers supplemented stablemate Notable Speech, a dual Group 1 winner over a mile last year The latter has the class to get involved on his first start over 6f, but another chance goes to INISHERIN Not at his best behind Flora Of Bermuda (third) in the Group 1 Jubilee Stakes at Ascot, Kevin Ryan's sprinter had beaten the latter at York before that, and is taken to bounce back in first-time cheekpieces. Whistlejacket and Big Mojo are not out of it either
Selection; INISHERIN
RACE SEVEN
Danger: Notable Speech
Atlantic Sunset won over C&D last month, but he'll need to step up on that form raised 4lb and upped in class. CLAYMORE makes more appeal, as he can be forgiven a poor effort on soft ground at Chester, having finished runnerup on the Rowley course here before that That form reads well in this context and a strong challenge is expected from the son of New Bay. A winner at Epsom in April, Asgard's Captain returns to this lower level with a shout
Selection; CLAYMORE
Danger: Atlantic Sunset
Saba Desert
Retraining Of Racehorses Parade
Established in 2000, RoR is dedicated to safeguarding the welfare of all former racehorses.
The charity leads the way in setting industry standards for retraining and supports owners through training and education to help build lifelong partnerships with their retired racehorses.
RoR also showcases the versatility of these incredible animals by promoting their involvement in a wide range of equestrian disciplines and competitions.
Through RoR membership, the organisation maintains a robust tracking system to monitor the lives of former racehorses, and when needed, provides welfare support to those horses facing difficult circumstances.
Importantly, any horse in the UK that has been bred to race is eligible to be registered with RoR. Their work ensures that racehorses can enjoy fulfilling second careers and happy, healthy lives beyond the track.
Come down to see these three retired racehorses parade at 12.30 and join the meet and greet in the pre-parade ring after!
Jemima Stratton & Biggles
8-year-old gelding by Zoffany, formerly trained by Ralph Beckett and Eve Johnson Houghton Breeder - Lady Cobham
Biggles is an 8-year old gelding who was in training with Ralph Beckett. Jemima said of him “He came to me in September 2024 for retraining as Izzi Beckett has suggested that he might suit me as a potential event horse. He has been such a joy to retrain and has just jumped double clear in his first BE 100 after some really good 90 runs at the beginning of the season, and he seems to improve every time out which is fantastic to see.
He is bold, brave and clever which is why I love thoroughbreds so much as event horses. He hasn’t been without his challenges though, and retraining his instincts from his initial reaction to be to do everything very quickly has probably been the toughest thing. I spent the first few months as him not really breaking out of trot and doing lots of work on being relaxed so that he was actually rideable. I think installing those basics from the beginning has made life so much easier for me now as he actually listens to me rather than going at great speed! Biggles is still owned by his breeder and owner in racing, Lady Cobham, and she has been massively supportive of what will hopefully be a long career in eventing for him.”
Abigail Sole & African Jazz
10-year-old gelding by Cape Cross, formerly trained by Charlie Appleby Breeder - Godolphin
Racing eight times and notching two wins in his racing career, African Jazz is now with Abi and shows all over the country in ROR classes.
Abi said of him “Jazz is 10 and the kindest, biddable horse I think I have ever had the pleasure to own. He tries so hard, very rarely puts a hoof wrong and loves cuddles and attention – his trait is to tap the floor for a tit bit, at feeding time, or when just standing near his stable not paying him any attention. He adores my 4-year-old son. Off the racetrack, Jazz has turned his hoof to Showing (Retrained Racehorse classes), eventing and Dressage and even been hunting. He has excelled in each of them, winning across the board.”
His recent show results have been impressive, 4th in the Open ROR Class at Royal Windsor 2025, 1st in both the Open ROR Class and the Challenge ROR Class at the Suffolk Show 2025 and 4th in the Hickstead Open Series FInal.
Katie Jerram & Barbers Shop
23-year-old gelding by Saddlers’ Hall, formerly trained by Nicky Henderson Breeder - Queen Elizabeth
The oldest of our parade (by a significant margin), Barbers Shop is also our only National Hunt horse here today.
Formerly owned by the late Queen Elizabeth II and bred by the late Queen Mother, Barbers Shop had a long and successful career over the jumps.
During that time he developed a strong partnership with legendary jump jockey, Barry Gearghty which saw them capture the Listed Future Stars Chase at Sandown together in 2008.
Since retiring from racing in 2012, Barbers Shop has joined up with Katie Jerram to pursue a new career.
TODAY’S FEATURE RACEAL BASTI EQUIWORLD, DUBAI JULY CUP
The Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai July Cup, the centrepiece of the three-day Debenhams July Festival, is one of the most valuable sprint contests in the European racing calendar, with the 2025 running worth an advertised £600,000.
Sponsored for the first time by Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai this year, the Group One event is run over six furlongs on the famous July Course Springfield, bred by Queen Victoria at the Hampton Court Stud, took the inaugural running in 1876, and followed up a year later to become the first dual winner Springfield also proved top-class over longer distances, landing the Champion Stakes over 10 furlongs in 1877
Other outstanding victors in the early years included Sundridge, successful in 1902, 1903 and 1904 - the only triple winner in the history of the race. The son of Amphion was a true rags to riches story, having graduated from selling company. He was also a great success at stud, being a highly influential sire in Europe and North America.
The great mare Diadem added to her victory in the 1917 1000 Guineas by scoring in 1919 and 1920 Diomedes, a grandson of Sundridge, recorded a brace of victories in 1925 and 1926, on the latter occasion dead-heating with Phalaros, while flying grey Abernant landed the spoils in 1949 and 1950
Another dual winner was Right Boy, triumphant in 1958 and 1959 The son of Impeccable, purchased for 575 guineas by his trainer Bill Dutton - the winning rider on 1928 Grand National victor Tipperary Tim - also landed the Nunthorpe Stakes twice, the King George Stakes twice, the Cork & Orrery Stakes twice (now the Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes) and the King’s Stand Stakes (now the King Charles III Stakes)
In the 1970s, the Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai July Cup was dominated by the formidable trainer-jockey partnership of Vincent O’Brien and Lester Piggott. They hit the bullseye four times during the decade, kicking off with Thatch in 1973, followed by Saritamer (1974), Solinus (1978) and Thatching (1979)
Piggott continued his excellent form in the race into the next decade, securing the 1980 renewal aboard Moorestyle This kick-started an outstanding period for the Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai July Cup, with the next five winners - Marwell (1981), Sharpo (1982), Habibti (1983), Chief Singer (1984) and Never So Bold (1985) - all rated as the best sprinter in Europe in their year
The 1990s saw two big upsets in the Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai July Cup Hamas, a 33-1 shot, triumphed under Willie Carson in 1993, getting the better of favourite College Chapel to deny Lester Piggott an 11th success in the event, while Compton Place shocked punters when landing the prize at 50-1 under Seb Sanders four years later
Agnes World holds the distinction of being the first ever Japanese-trained winner in Britain when taking the 2000 Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai July Cup. Trained by Hideyuki Mori and ridden by ace Japanese jockey Yutaka Take, he prevailed in a thrilling finish by a short-head from Lincoln Dancer with another short-head back to Pipalong in third
As with so many Group One races, Vincent O’Brien’s successor at Ballydoyle, the unrelated Aidan O’Brien, has enjoyed great success in the Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai July Cup with a joint-record five winners courtesy of Stravinsky (1999), Mozart (2001), Starspangledbanner (2010), US Navy Flag (2018) and Ten Sovereigns (2019)
MOST SUCCESSFUL HORSE:
Sundridge, the only triple winner, is the most successful horse in the July Cup. His victories came in 1902, 1903 and 1904
MOST SUCCESSFUL OWNER:
Jack Joel and Coolmore syndicates with various combinations of Sue Magnier, Michael Tabor and Derrick Smith with five wins each are the most successful owners
Joel was successful with Sundridge (1903, 1904), Spanish Prince (1912, 1913) and Golden Sun (1914) The Coolmore winners so far are Stravinsky (1999), Mozart (2001), Starspangledbanner (2010), US Navy Flag (2018) and Ten Sovereigns (2019)
MOST SUCCESSFUL TRAINERS:
Charles Morton, Vincent O’Brien and Aidan O’Brien share the honour of being the most successful trainer with five July Cup wins apiece.
Morton’s five winners were Sundridge (1903, 1904), Spanish Prince (1912, 1913), and Golden Sun (1914) Vincent O’Brien scored with Thatch (1973), Saritamer (1974), Solinus (1978), Thatching (1979) and Royal Academy (1990)
Aidan O’Brien’s five victories so far have come courtesy of Stravinsky (1999), Mozart (2001), Starspangledbanner (2010), US Navy Flag (2018) and Ten Sovereigns (2019).
MOST SUCESSFUL JOCKEY:
Lester Piggott rode a record 10 July Cup winners - Vigo (1957), Right Boy (1958, 1959), Tin Whistle (1960), Thatch (1973), Saritamer (1974), Solinus (1978), Thatching (1979), Moorestyle (1980). and Mr Brooks (1992)
Among the current generation, two jockeys have ridden two winners:
John Egan – Pastoral Pursuits (2005), Les Arcs (2006)
Ryan Moore – US Navy Flag (2018), Ten Sovereigns (2019)
AGE OF WINNERS:
The age breakdown of winners since 1945 is below, showing that three years olds are the most successful age group, winning 39 of the 80 runnings in that time period (just under 49 per cent strike rate).
In the 79 post-World War II runnings, favourites have prevailed on 32 occasions –a strike rate of 40 per cent
OVERSEAS-TRAINED WINNERS (SINCE 1945):
IRELAND (12): The Bug (1946), Thatch (1973), Saritamer (1974), Solinus (1978), Thatching (1979) Royal Academy (1990), Stravinsky (1999), Mozart (2001), Starspangledbanner (2010), Slade Power (2014), US Navy Flag (2018), Ten Sovereigns (2019) FRANCE (4): Lianga (1975), Soviet Star (1988), Anabaa (1996), Marchand d’Or (2008) JAPAN (1): Agnes World (2000)Lomond (1965, 1966)
soon to Rossdales Equine Diagnostic Centre...
Our new state-of-the-art, large bore Qalibra Exceed CT scanner will offer the most advanced CT imaging system available.
Contact our specialist imaging team for more information.
ROSSDALES EQUINE HOSPITAL & DIAGNOSTIC CENTRE
Exning, Newmarket CB8 7NN 01638 577754
hospital@rossdales.com
It will allow us to image areas of the horse that were previously not possible, in the standing horse or under GA, producing exquisite images in rapid time, using the latest detector technology. www.rossdales.com
THE ROSSDALES BRITISH EBF
MAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE)
for maiden two yrs old fillies x Total prize fund £25000 Owners Prize Money 1st £10158, 2nd £5080, 3rd £2540, 4th £1270, 5th £635, 6th £318. (PenaltyValue £12885)
Br B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Be More (Shamardal (USA))
9-2 (5)
Oisin Murphy J
O Cayton Park Stud Limited Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T
B Cayton Park Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Dark Angel filly who showed a bit when third of 5 in maiden at Doncaster (7f, good to firm) on debut 27daysago.Opentoprogressbutprobablyoneforlateron. TFRHHIII BHA-
7 NEW VEGA (GB) (-)
Br Ch f New Bay - Envega (Lope de Vega (IRE))
Harry Davies J
O Sky Racing Club Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T
B Montcastle Bloodstock Ltd Gainsborough Thoroughbreds Limited S
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2024: DESERT FLOWER (IRE) 2 9 2 William Buick 5-2 (Charlie Appleby) 10 ran
Probable S.P’s: 7-2 Snow Light (GB), 9-2 Orion’s Belt (IRE), 11-2 Dancing Flower (GB), 7-1 Darkwing (GB), 8-1 Fan Me (GB), 11-1 New Vega (GB), 16-1 Frustration (GB), Ice Sovereigns (IRE), 28-1 Just Call Me Angel (GB), 50-1 Romantic Twilight (GB)
SNOW LIGHT hails from a stable that sent out subsequent 1000 Guineas winner Desert Flower in this maiden 12 months earlier and it looks significant she’s seemingly the choice of William Buick. She’s the pick before market clues, though Darkwing, Dancing Flower and Fan Me are a trio of other interesting newcomers to keep a close eye on in the betting. Orion’s Belt showed lots of ability on her debut at Salisbury last month and can put that experience to good use.
at
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British. Majority funded by the HBLB.
MEDIAN & RECORD TIME
Raceform Median Time: 1 min, 25.70 secs
Record Time: 1 min, 23.33 secs - Birchwood11th July 2015, Good to Firm
POSITION OF STALLS
6f, 7f and 1m - Centre, All Other Races - Inside
STAY CONNECTED WITH JOCKEY CLUB WIFI
TERMS AND CONDITIONS APPLY. CONNECT AND ENJOY.
HANDICAPSTAKES (CLASS 2)
forthree yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £50000 Owners Prize Money 1st £20315, 2nd £10160, 3rd £5080, 4th £2540, 5th £1270, 6th £635. (PenaltyValue £25770)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): W Haggas
(24 wins from 142 runners, 17%) runs RANEENN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (18 wins from 66 runners, 27%) runs MISS INFORMATION LONGESTTRAVELLER: MAW LAM trained by A Nicholls, Sessay, 183 miles.
1 MISS INFORMATION (IRE) (24) 35-5101
Br B f Blue Point (IRE) - Newsletter (IRE) (Sir Percy) Oisin Murphy J
O Norman Court Stud & Susan Bunney Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
B Ballylinch Stud Norman Court Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed her progress on just her second try at 1m when winning 23-runner handicap at Royal Ascot (firm) 24daysago,pickingupnotablywelltoleadfinal100yds.Hitwith6lbrisebutanotherboldbidseemsassured. TFRHHHHI BHA99
2 HAVANA PUSEY (GB) (14) 401104 D 5 9-12 (2)
Br B m Havana Grey - Pusey Street Lady (Averti (IRE)) Robert Havlin J
O C. R. Marks (Banbury) John Gallagher, Moreton-In-Marsh T
B C R Marks & R J Gallagher Tote S TIMEFORMVIEWEndedalosingruninhandicapatWindsorinMayandprovedbetterthaneverwhenfollowingupatGoodwoodlaterthatmonth.Undonebyarise intheweightsatYorkandranaboutaswellascouldbeexpectedwhenfourthChipchaseStakesatNewcastleonmostrecentouting. TFRHHHII BHA95
3 BOUNTIFUL (GB) (22) 5114-30
3 9-4 (5)
Br Ch f Zoustar (AUS) - Rich Legacy (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE)) Billy Loughnane J
O Highclere Thoroughbred Racing- Goldfinch George Boughey, Newmarket T
B The Rich Legacy Partnership Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWWontwiceonturflastsummerbeforeexcellentfourthinGroup2herelastJuly.Finishedthirdin7fLingfieldlistedraceonreturninMarch beforenotbeingseentobesteffect(notideallyplaced)inSandringhamatRoyalAscot.Hismarkdemandsabitmore,though. TFRHHHII BHA95
4 MAW LAM (IRE) (22) 02-5600
3 9-2 (8)
Br B f Acclamation - Bobbi Grace (IRE) (Big Bad Bob (IRE)) Tom Eaves J
O Mr C. R. Hirst Adrian Nicholls, Sessay T
B Brickfield Stud Ltd Adrian Nicholls Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful form as a juvenile but yet to hit those heights as a 3-y-o, albeit losing all chance at start in PalaceofHolyroodhouseHandicapatRoyalAscotlasttime.Significantlybackupintrip TFRHHHII BHA93
5 MISS NIGHTFALL (GB) (22) 2132-26 BF 3 8-13 (9)
Br B f Sands of Mali (FR) - Dusky Maid (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE)) Saffie Osborne J
O The Cool Silk Partnership James Fanshawe, Newmarket T
Br B f Lightning Spear - Velvet Morn (IRE) (Epaulette (AUS)) William Buick J
O Mrs Susie Hartley William Knight, Newmarket T
B Susie Hartley William Knight Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWConfirmed promise ofreappearancewhen resumingwinningways in comfortable fashion at Newmarket (Rowley) inMayandreturnedtoasimilarlevelwhenthirdof12inC&Dhandicap16daysago.Shouldremaincompetitive. TFRHHHHI BHA82
7 SHALLOW (GB) (24) 112330
4 8-12 (6)
Br Ch f Rajasinghe (IRE) - Velvet Band (Verglas (IRE)) George Wood J
O Phil Cunningham Richard Spencer, Newmarket T
B Hellwood Stud Farm & G. P. Clarke Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEW4-timewinneron all-weatherwhowastoo free uppedto a stiff1m onturfdebutwhen a longwaybehind MissInformationinKensingtonPalaceStakesatRoyalAscotlastmonth.Backdownintrip. TFRHHHII BHA81
8 RANEENN (IRE) (29) 316-610
3 8-10 (4)
Br B f Kodiac - Princess Rose (Royal Applause) Tom Marquand J
O Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum William Haggas, Newmarket T
B John Martin McLoughney TIMEFORMVIEWGot back onthe upwhen making awinning handicap debut at Doncaster(6f) inApril, keeping on gamely However,wasjustmodestatYork7weekslater.Mustbounceback. TFRHHHII BHA87
9 SAARISELKA (GB) (22) 312-220
Br B f Earthlight (IRE) - Nozhar (IRE) (Iffraaj)
O Mr P. K. Siu
B The Nozhar Partnership
3 8-9 (3)
Harry Davies J
Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn T
ABM Catering Facilities Management S TIMEFORMVIEWNewburymaidenwinnerwhofoundonlyonetoogoodinfast-groundhandicapsatYarmouth(7f)andNewmarket(1m)onfirst2 startsthisseason.FoundrunofgoodformcomingtoahaltinSandringhamatRoyalAscotlasttime.Bouncebackrequired. TFRHHHII BHA86
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Tongue Strap worn by No 3.
Stewards Note:
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LASTYEAR
SHALLOW: Following its run on 18/6/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too freely
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Miss Nightfall (GB), 4-1 Miss Information (IRE), 7-1 Raneenn (IRE), 15-2 Royal Velvet (GB), 9-1 Bountiful (GB), 10-1 Havana Pusey (GB), 14-1 Saariselka (GB), 18-1 Maw Lam (IRE), 20-1 Shallow (GB)
MISS NIGHTFALL has shaped notably well on both starts this season, including in the Sandringham Handicap at Royal Ascot latterly and surely won’t be long in resuming winning ways on that evidence. Miss Information was quite impressive in the Kensington Palace Stakes at the Royal Meeting and can make another bold bid from a 6lb higher mark, while Royal Velvet got back on track with a good third over C&D recently and ought to remain competitive.
Find out more about today’s race sponsor at trustatrader.com
MEDIAN & RECORD TIME
Raceform Median Time: 1 min, 25.70 secs
Record Time: 1 min, 21.78 secs - Light And Dark12th July 2019, Good to Firm
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £100000
Owners Prize Money 1st £40630, 2nd £20320, 3rd £10160, 4th £5080, 5th £2540, 6th £1270. (PenaltyValue £51540)Weights raised 7lb and paragraphs 27to 31 of theWeights and Handicapping Code compliedwithwhere applicable.
RACE FACTS - A CLOSER LOOK
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Hannon
(24 wins from 249 runners, 10%) runs DARK THIRTY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W Haggas (11 wins from 47 runners, 23%) runs MORE THUNDER FANCYTHAT: R Hannon won this race in 2020 and 2021. The stable runs DARK THIRTY today.
LONGESTTRAVELLER: AKKADIAN THUNDER trained by D O’Meara, Upper Helmsley, 191 miles.
colours no horse
1 TEN POUNDS (IRE) (21) 110-103 CD 4 9-12 (3)
Br B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Lady Fashion (Oasis Dream) TrevorWhelan J
O Mr Mohammed Jaber Harry Charlton, Beckhampton T
B Glenvale Stud & Edgeridge Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed with 7f win on Rowley course here and advanced his form when (tongue tied) third of 28 in WokinghamatRoyalAscot21daysago Holdsverysolidclaims.
2 GOLDEN MIND (IRE) (21) 100020
Br B g Galileo Gold - Sagely (IRE) (Frozen Power (IRE))
9-10 (2)
Tom Eaves J
O Aidan J Ryan & partner Richard Fahey, Malton T
B Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Kempton in February but saw his run of good form come to an end when fourteenth of 28 in WokinghamatRoyalAscot21daysago.Thesorttobouncebackthough. TFRHHHII BHA100
3
MYAL
(GB) (23) 1-31014 D 4 9-10 (9)
Br B g Al Kazeem - Magic Destiny (Dubai Destination (USA)) Oisin Murphy J
Br Br g No Nay Never (USA) - Al Joza (Dubawi (IRE))
(11)
Sam James J
O Wathnan Racing Hamad Al Jehani, GB T
B Frank Antonacci & David Reid Damsa Holding Company W.L.L S
TIMEFORMVIEWUseful forArchie Watson 2 years ago and got right back on track for his new yard when third of 13 in 6f handicapatNewcastle14daysago.Can’tbedismissedoffanunchangedmark.
7 AKKADIAN THUNDER (GB) (23) 03-0012 D 5 9-5 (12)
Br Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Akhania (Dalakhani (IRE)) William Buick J
O Windmill House Racing & Rasio Cymru David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
Br B g Rajasinghe (IRE) - Instructress (Diktat) George Wood J
O Phil Cunningham Richard Spencer, Newmarket T
B Phil Cunningham Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner who recorded a typically good effort when ninth of 27 in Buckingham Palace at Royal Ascot 23daysago,firsthomeinfar-sidegroup Oughttobethereaboutsoncemore.
TFRHHHII BHA95
9 DARK THIRTY (IRE) (17) 06-1021 CD 5 9-5 (in 6lb ex) (4)
Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Beach Wedding (IRE) (Footstepsinthesand) BillyLoughnane J
O Martin Hughes & Michael Kerr-Dineen Richard Hannon, Marlborough T
Br B g Zelzal (FR) - Au Dessus (Siyouni (FR)) Joe Leavy J
O Bell, Lyons & James Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
B S.A.S. Elevage Du Haras de Bourgeauville Helicentre UK S TIMEFORMVIEWTookthis12monthsagobuthelookedrustyafter10monthsoffwhenninthof10inhandicaphere(8f,good) 22daysago.Nosurpriseifhetookabigstepforwardnow.
13 OUR HAVANA (GB) (28) 610160 CD
4 9-2 (10)
Br B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Jalela (Canford Cliffs (IRE)) Saffie Osborne J
O MacIntosh Knaggs Partnership Richard Fahey, Malton T
2024: AALTO (FR) 4 8 12 Rossa Ryan 15-2 (Ian Williams) 20 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 2, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 8, 10
Probable S.P’s: 7-4 More Thunder (IRE), 6-1 Ten Pounds (IRE), 8-1 Akkadian Thunder (GB), 14-1 He’s A Monster (IRE), Run Boy Run (GB), 20-1 Dark Thirty (IRE), 22-1 Myal (GB), Gorak (FR), 25-1 Ebt’s Guard (GB), Aalto (FR), 28-1 Billyjoh (GB), 40-1 Our Havana (GB), 50-1 Golden Mind (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
A cracking renewal of the Bunbury Cup but MORE THUNDER has long promised to be suited by stepping back up to 7f and is fancied to quickly resume winning ways having just failed to get up in Royal Ascot’s Wokingham last time. Ten Pounds came home a place behind William Haggas’ colt that day and again rates the main threat, atlhough Akkadian Thunder, Myal and Ebt’s Guard all need factoring in too. Run Boy Run and Aalto complete the shortlist.
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): C Appleby (72 wins from 208 runners, 35%) runs BEDOUIN PRINCE & SECRETTHEORY
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (18 wins from 66 runners, 27%) runs MISTER WINSTON FANCYTHAT: C Applebywon this race in 2018, 2021, 2023 and 2024
The stable runs BEDOUIN PRINCE & SECRETTHEORY today.
LONGESTTRAVELLER: THUNDER WONDER trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 200 miles.
1 BEDOUIN PRINCE (IRE) (57) 2-11 CD 9-9 (3)
Br B c Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Lucida (IRE) (Shamardal (USA)) William Buick J
Br Ch c Night of Thunder (IRE) - Princess Yaiza (IRE) (Casamento (IRE)) Billy Loughnane J
O John Brown & Megan Dennis Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Mr L. H. LaRoche Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWBoth his wins this season have come at Musselburgh and not disgraced when midfield in the Britannia at RoyalAscotand9fCurraghhandicapsince.Noforlornhope. TFRHHHII BHA96
4 FIFTH COLUMN (IRE) (23) 622-110 D 9-1 (4)
Br B g Kingman - Inner Secret (USA) (Singspiel (IRE)) Ryan Moore J
Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Intense Romance (IRE) (Intense Focus (USA)) George Wood J
O Phil Cunningham Richard Spencer, Newmarket T
B Deerpark Stud Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWResumedwinningwaysatHaydockinAprilandnotdisgracedbothrunssince,eighthof12inhandicapback atHaydock(8.2f,goodtofirm)lasttime.Possibilitieswithblinkersreplacingavisornow.
7 MISTER WINSTON (GB) (14) 0-3221 D 8-7 (5)
Br B c Churchill (IRE) - Crazee Diamond (Rock of Gibraltar (IRE)) Oisin Murphy J
O Norman Court Stud Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
B Norman Court Stud Norman Court Stud S TIMEFORM VIEW Churchill colt who has progressed with each start to date, getting off the mark in 7.5f Chester maiden twoweeksago.Thisistougherbutheshouldn’tbeunderestimatedonhisfirstventureintohandicaps. TFRHHHII BHA84
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: FIRST CONQUEST 3 9 1 William Buick 12-1 (Charlie Appleby) 13 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4. Running for the first time since Gelding No 2
Probable S.P’s: 5-2 Bedouin Prince (IRE), 4-1 Fifth Column (IRE), 5-1 Raafedd (IRE), 6-1 Secret Theory (IRE), Mister Winston (GB), 18-1 Thunder Wonder (IRE), 33-1 Sex On Fire (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
A fascinating handicap in which marginal preference is for BEDOUIN PRINCE who goes into handicaps firmly on the up and is fancied to continue Charlie Appleby’s superb record in this event. Both Raafedd (second choice) and Fifth Column didn’t enjoy the rub of the green in the Britannia at Royal Ascot and remain with better days ahead of them so rate big threats. Mister Winston completes the shortlist.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BEDOUIN PRINCE (IRE) 2.RAAFEDD (IRE) 3.FIFTH COLUMN (IRE)
TODAY'S RACE SPONSOR
Find out more about today’s race sponsor at bet365.com
MEDIAN & RECORD TIME
Raceform Median Time: 1 min, 40.00 secs
Record Time: 1 min, 35.89 secs - Veracious12th July 2019, Good to Firm
SUPERLATIVE STAKES (GROUP 2)
The youngest of the three Group Two contests staged at The July Festival for twoyear-olds, the Superlative Stakes was first run in 1972 as the Limekilns Plate and won by the Bernard van Cutsem-trained Great Love. In 1975, it was renamed the Limekilns Stakes.
From 1980 until 1990 it was named the Bernard van Cutsem Stakes in honour of the late Newmarket trainer before being known as the Superlative Stakes from 1991 onwards Heldoversevenfurlongs,itisopentocolts,geldingsandfillies,althoughrarelycontested by the latter. It has held Group Two status since 2006.
Shirley Heights (1977) was the best winner in the race’s early years and went on to win the Derby and Irish Derby in 1978. The 1991 winner Dr Devious also went on to score at Epsom Downs the following year while most recently City Of Troy (2023) was the spectacular six and a half lengths winner of the Superlative Stakes before going on to record an impressive victory in this year’s Derby.
Other significant winners over the years have included Dubawi (2004), who went on to win three Group One races the following year before a spectacular career at stud, and Olympic Glory (2012), a subsequent four-time Group One winner.
Sir Henry Cecil is the leading trainer of all-time in the contest with nine winners while among current handlers Charlie Appleby takes the lead with his five wins, most recently with Ancient Truth last year
Steve Cauthen, Pat Eddery, Richard Hughes and William Buick have each ridden four winners of this one Buick catching up with the other three following his success aboard Ancient Truth in 2024
Ancient Truth (2024)
LASTYEAR’S WINNER
ANCIENTTRUTH
TRAINER: CHARLIE APPLEBY
ROLLOF HONOUR
£56,710 TO THE WINNER YEAR HORSE TRAINER JOCKEY
2024 ANCIENT TRUTH Charlie Appleby William Buick
2023 CITY OF TROY Aidan O’Brien Ryan Moore
2022 ISAAC SHELBY Brian Meehan Sean Levey
2021 NATIVE TRAIL Charlie Appleby William Buick
2020 MASTEROFTHESEASCharlie Appleby William Buick
2019 MYSTERY POWER Richard Hannon Oisin Murphy
2018 QUORTO Charlie Appleby William Buick
2017 GUSTAV KLIMT Aidan O’Brien Ryan Moore
2016 BOYNTON Charlie Appleby Adam Kirby
2015 BIRCHWOOD Richard Fahey James Doyle
9/10 WON ON DEBUT 6/10
1/10 RACED AT
JOCKEY: WILLIAM BUICK
OWNER: GODOLPHIN
Fresh off the back of a pair of novice successes here at Newmarket earlier in the season, Ancient Truth made it three wins from three starts with this impressive win, cementing himself as one of the most exciting juveniles around.
Kept in touch with the early leaders by William Buick, the son of Dubawi was excellent. Taking the lead entering the final furlong, he hung left a little but kept on well to take the crown.
Following this win he tried his hand in Group 1 company for the first time, posting a strong third in the Dewhurst, just half a length behind classy stablemate (and Middle Park Stakes winner) Shadow Of Light.
CHARLIE APPLEBY
AND WILLIAM BUICK HAVE WON 4 OFTHE LAST 7 RENEWALS AND TEAM UP WITH SABA DESERT
THE bet365 SUPERLATIVE STAKES
(CLASS 1) (Group 2)
for two yrs old x Total prize fund £100000 Owners Prize Money 1st £44560, 2nd £18290, 3rd £9150, 4th £4570, 5th £2290, 6th £1140 (PenaltyValue £56710)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): C Appleby
(72 wins from 208 runners, 35%) runs SABA DESERT & WILD DESERT
TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A O’brien (10 wins from 40 runners, 25%) runs ITALY
FANCYTHAT: C Appleby won this race in 2016, 2018, 2020, 2021 and 2024 The stable runs SABADESERT & WILD DESERT today.
LONGESTTRAVELLER: ITALY trained by A O’brien, Ireland.
1 BOURBON BLUES (GB) (25) 010 9-3 (5)
Br B g Space Blues (IRE) - Upper Street (IRE) (Dansili) Tom Marquand J
O M. Hughes, M. Kerr-Dineen and Partners Brian Meehan, Manton T
B Dunchurch Lodge Stud Company Old Oak Holdings Ltd S
O Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum Charlie Johnston, Middleham T B Godolphin Johnston Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWMasarfillywhomadetheperfectstartina6fChelmsfordmaidenatthebeginningoflastmonth.Improvedwhenfourthuppedtothistripin theCheshamatRoyalAscot(goodtofirm)nexttimeand,withthepromiseofbettertocome,sheshouldmakeherpresencefelt. TFRHHHII BHA92 DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: ANCIENTTRUTH (IRE) 2 9 3 William Buick 4-6 (Charlie Appleby) 6 ran
An intriguing clash between highlypromising colts ITALYand Saba Desert, both ofwhomwontheir maidens in the manner of potentially pattern-class performers. The latter represents connections with a formidable recent record in this race, but Italy looked particularly good at Leopardstown and is taken to follow in the hoofprints of City of Troy, who won this for the yard in 2023. The sole filly in the line-up, Venetian Lace, is third choice ahead of Saba Desert’s stablemate Wild Desert.
TODAY'S RACE SPONSOR
Find out more about today’s race sponsor at bet365.com
MEDIAN & RECORD TIME
Raceform Median Time: 1 min, 25.70 secs
Record Time: 1 min, 23.33 secs - Birchwood11th July 2015, Good to Firm
We build on years of expertise and understanding to help people and businesses thrive.
RAN IN 1876 FOR THREE-YEAR-OLDS AND UPWARDS GROUP 1 RUN OVER SIX FURLONGS 1207 METRES TOTAL PRIZE FUND OF £657,000 £372,584 TO THE WINNER
ROLLOF HONOUR
YEAR HORSE TRAINER JOCKEY
2024 MILL STREAM Jane Chapple-Hyam William Buick
2023 SHAQUILLE Julie Camacho Rossa Ryan
2022 ALCOHOL FREE Andrew Balding Rob Hornby
2021 STARMAN Ed Walker Tom Marquand
2020 OXTED Roger Teal Cieren Fallon
2019 TEN SOVEREIGNS Aidan O’Brien Ryan Moore
2018 US NAVY FLAG Aidan O’Brien Ryan Moore
2017 HARRY ANGEL Clive Cox Adam Kirby
2016 LIMATO Henry Candy Harry Bentley
2015 MUHARAAR Charlie Hills Paul Hanagan
11/12
AGED 3 OR 4 4/12 WINNING FAVOURITES 4/12 RAN IN THE COMMONWEALTH CUP
CUP
LASTYEAR’S WINNER
MILL STREAM
TRAINER: JANE CHAPPLE-HYAM
JOCKEY: WILLIAM BUICK
OWNER: P W HARRIS
Mill Stream was the star of the show last year, the then four-year-old taking the feature race of the meeting in a stacked field which included the likes of Kinross, River Tiber, Inisherin and Vandeek.
Following up on his classy performance when winning the Clipper Stakes at York in May, he then picked up a third in the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascpt (behind the reopposing Khaadem and Swingalong), coming into this in solid form.
William Buick kept his mount in touch early on, but he began to lose ground, finding himself at the rear from four furlongs out. He soon kicked back into gear, storming past the field on the far side and taking the lead inside the final furlong, a neck ahead of Swingalong in second.
AIDAN O’BRIEN
WON THIS CONTEST IN 2018AND 2019. HE SADDLES BOTH IDES OF MARCH & WHISTLEJACKET HERE TODAY
NOTABLE SPEECH
Had a great debut season, scoring in both the 2000 Guineas and the Sussex Stakes before rounding out last year with a third in the Breeders’ Cup Mile. Currently winless this year, notching a pair of strong fourths in the Lockinge and the Queen Anne. Drops back to 6f here which should suit.
HHHHH
SYMBOL OF HONOUR
Representing the Charlie Appleby yard, this three-year-old has been busy this year Taking the win in a pair of Meydan sprints in the winter, he then raced three times back in the UK throughout May Finding success in the Carnavon Stakes at Newbury and the Sandy Lane at Haydock he now comes here looking for the hattrick.
FLORA OF BERMUDA
A daughter of Dark Angel, Andrew Balding’s filly has been impressing again this year, runner-up in the Clipper Stakes at York in May, a neck behind Inisherin before adding a third in the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at the Royal Meeting last time out. She has a great chance of securing her first Group 1 win here.
HHHH
THE AL BASTI EQUIWORLD, DUBAI JULY
CUP STAKES PREVIEW
The July Festival reaches its peak today with the Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai July Cup. A Group One contest over six furlongs for three-year-olds and upwards, it has a total prize fund of £657,000 with £372,584 going to the winner.
As befitting a race of such quality, we have a bumper 15-runner field with multiple Group One winners including the mighty NOTABLE SPEECH. After a blistering debut campaign last year which included stellar wins in both the 2000 Guineas on the Rowley Mile and in the Sussex Stakes at Glorious Goodwood, Notable Speech came into this season with plenty of expectation on his shoulders. While the wins have yet to come for the Dubawi colt, strong showings when fourth in both the Lockinge at Newbury and the Queen Anne at Royal Ascot show a colt that is ready to explode into life again. He drops down in trip to 6f for this one which should suit him perfectly and he is a likely winner today
Another former Group One winner is INISHERIN who took the Commonwealth Cup last season Kevin Ryan’s four-year-old contested this race last year and was predicted to do well, going off as the 11/8F. He was outpaced late on then, but a hard-fought win in the Clipper at York in May of this year following wind surgery suggests he could do better this time around He will have to do better than his relatively modest showing at Royal Ascot last time out though
WHISTLEJACKET won the July Stakes at this meeting last year before taking his first Group One victory in the Sumbe Prix Morny at Deauville in August He was well-beaten in the Commonwealth Cup last time out though. Another Commonwealth Cup runner, BIG MOJO was seventh there when last seen and has the ability to be a contender here. FLORA OF BERMUDA was narrowly edged out by the reopposing Inisherin at York in May. He raced well on that occasion and showed plenty when last seen in the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Ascot
Charlie Appleby’s SYMBOL OF HONOUR scored in a pair of Meydan sprints in January and February and further success has followed back on these shores with wins in the Carnavon at Newbury and the Sandy Lane at Haydock. The three-year-old now comes here with hopes of a hattrick but will need a career best to deliver it BELIEVING is a former Group One winner after her Al Quoz Sprint win at Meydan in April though she wasn’t seen to full effect when 11th in the King Charles III last time out. Just behind her in 12th was NIGHT RAIDER. Karl Burke’s colt was also third behind Inisherin and Flora of Bermuda at York in his prior appearance
JASOUR is a course and distance winner at The July Festival, having been successful two years ago in the July Stakes He didn’t enjoy the best of runs though when sixth in last year’s Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai July Cup ROGUE LIGHTNING is also a course and distance winner, scoring here in a Novice race on debut back in 2022. Tom Clover’s gelding has been busy of late in Qatar and the USA and this race may be asking too much of him.
Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai, the UAE’s leading distributor of horse feeds and requisites is proud to sponsor today’s feature race, the Group1 Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai July Cup and extends warm wishes to all participants.
THE AL BASTI EQUIWORLD, DUBAI
JULY CUP STAKES (CLASS 1) (GROUP 1)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £657000
6 RUN TO FREEDOM (GB) (21) 205/0-40 C D 7 9-8 (13)
Br B h Muhaarar - Twilight Mistress (Bin Ajwaad (IRE)) TrevorWhelan J
O Mr Godfrey Wilson Henry Candy, Wantage T
B Mrs C. R. D. Wilson
TIMEFORMVIEWDeveloped into a smart sprinterin 2023, finishing second inthis race and fifth inthe Champions Sprint atAscot laterthat season. However, verylightly-racedsinceandwhilehehasn’tperformedatallbadlyin2startssincereturningtoactioninApril,othersmakemoreappeal. TFRHIIII BHA105
7 TWILIGHT CALLS (GB) (21) 54-5000 C D 7 9-8 (3)
Br B g Twilight Son - Zawiyah (Invincible Spirit (IRE)) George Wood J
O Phil Cunningham Richard Spencer, Newmarket T
B James Ortega Bloodstock Ltd Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWAsmart sprinterforHenry Candy at his best, but yetto fully fire forpresent yard and it’s easy enough to lookelsewhere. TFRHIIII BHA97
8 BELIEVING (IRE) (25) 3223-10 D BF 5 9-5 (11)
Br B m Mehmas (IRE) - Misfortunate (IRE) (Kodiac) Billy Loughnane J
O Mrs Magnier, M Tabor, D Smith & Resolute George Boughey, Newmarket T
Br B or Br c Mohaather - Jm Jackson (IRE) (No Nay Never (USA)) Tom Marquand J
O RP Racing Ltd Michael Appleby, Oakham T
B Ringfort Stud Ltd & The Ladies Hallco 1766 Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWDid little wrong at 2 yrs and perfect start to 3-y-o campaign when landing the Group 3 Commonwealth CupTrial atAscot (6f, good to firm). Wasn’tseentobesteffectintheCommonwealthCupitselfattheRoyalmeetinglastmonthandhe’sanintriguingeach-wayproposition. TFRHHIII BHA108
12 IDES OF MARCH (IRE) (22) 110-220 D
3 9-2 (7)
Br B or Br c Wootton Bassett - Nickname (USA) (Scat Daddy (USA)) W. M. Lordan J
O Magnier,Tabor,Smith,Brookdale Racing Aidan O’Brien, Ireland T
DECLARED RUNNERS 15 2024: MILL STREAM (IRE) 4 9 8 William Buick 11-1 (Jane Chapple-Hyam) 11 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1, 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 8. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Stewards Note:
BIG MOJO: Following its run on 20/6/2025 it was reported that the horse was hampered two furlongs out. WHISTLEJACKET: Following its run on 20/6/2025 it was reported that the horse was hampered repeatedly late-on.
Probable S.P’s: 10-3 Notable Speech (GB), 11-2 Flora of Bermuda (IRE), 7-1 Inisherin (GB), Whistlejacket (IRE), 15-2 Believing (IRE), 8-1 Symbol of Honour (GB), 18-1 Big Mojo (IRE), 22-1 Night Raider (IRE), Spy Chief (GB), 40-1 Jasour (GB), 66-1 Rogue Lightning (IRE), Ides of March (IRE), 80-1 No Half Measures (GB), 150-1 Run To Freedom (GB), 200-1 Twilight Calls (GB)
In an open-looking renewal ofthis prestigious race, WHISTLEJACKETcould be the answer The No Nay Never colt was one of last season’s leading 2-y-os at this trip and the way he shaped in the Commonwealth Cup at RoyalAscot, where he got no sort ofa run, suggestedthatthere mayyet be more to come from himthisyear If last season’s Guineas winner Notable Speech copes with this drop in trip he will be a big threat, while Flora Of Bermuda and Believing are also strong candidates.
PREDICTION: 1.WHISTLEJACKET (IRE) 2.NOTABLE SPEECH 3.FLORA OF BERMUDA (IRE)
TODAY'S RACE SPONSOR
Find out more about today’s race sponsor at albasti.ae
MEDIAN & RECORD TIME
Raceform Median Time: 1 min, 12.50 secs
Record Time: 1 min, 9.09 secs - Raffle Prize12th July 2019, Good to Firm
BREED YOUR CHAMPION
THE TRUSTATRADER HANDICAP STAKES
(CLASS 3) (GBBPLUS RACE)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £30000 Owners Prize Money 1st £12189, 2nd £6096, 3rd £3048, 4th £1524, 5th £762, 6th £381. (PenaltyValue £15462)
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (20-25): R Hannon
(24 wins from 249 runners, 10%) runs GREAT BEDWYN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston
(8 wins from 56 runners, 14%) runs ATLANTIC SUNSET LONGESTTRAVELLER: ATLANTIC SUNSET trained by C Johnston, Middleham, 200 miles.
1 CLAYMORE (FR) (28) 036020 C
(3)
Br B g New Bay - Brit Wit (High Chaparral (IRE)) Oisin Murphy J
O Mrs Jane Chapple-Hyam Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket T
O Crone Stud Farms Ltd Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Vimal & Gillian Khosla Johnston Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWOffbridleafairwayoutbutrespondedwelltopressureinaswitchofheadgearwhenopeninghisaccountin6-runnerC&D handicap3weeksago.Justthetypehisyardwillekemoreoutofandhe’sonetoconsiderasthesole3-y-ointhislineup. TFRHHHHH BHA78
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2024: LORD OF LOVE 3 9 1 Kieran Shoemark 5-1 (John &Thady Gosden) 11 ran Hood worn by No 5. Visor worn by No 7.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Atlantic Sunset (IRE), 4-1 Claymore (FR), 9-2 Whathappensinvegas (IRE), 11-2 Asgard’s Captain (IRE), 7-1 Charming Whisper (GB), 9-1 Great Bedwyn (GB), 25-1 No More Bolero (GB) PLAY SMARTER
ATLANTIC SUNSETfound some progress and responded well to pressure when getting off the mark in a 6-runner C&D handicap 3 weeks ago and, appealing as the type who could go on improving in staying handicaps, he looks a live player in receipt of chunks of weight all round from his elders. Whathappensinvegas and Asgard’s Captain may emerge as the chief threats in the finale.
Find out more about today’s race sponsor at trustatrader.com
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
GREAT BRIT-
The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British. Majority funded by the HBLB
MEDIAN & RECORD TIME
Raceform Median Time: 2 mins, 32.90 secs
Record Time: 2 mins, 27.52 secs - Dame Malliot20th July 2019, Good
Taxi Servicesto Newmarket Racecourses
We recommend you pre-book yourtaxi in advance to avoid the taxi rank queue at the end ofyour day.
LOCALTAXI’S
Newtax: 01638 561561
BSE Travel Ltd: 07359 393087
Skyline247: 01638 515151
From the moment a Thoroughbred is born, they’re suppor exper aspect of their development and care. To see how British racing is helping our elite athletes lead a life well lived, visit horsepwr.co.uk the moment born, aspec elite #horsepwr
CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS 2025
Celebrate the festive season at Newmarket Racecourse with a sparkling arrival drink, a delicious three-course meal, and exciting entertainment—plus much more for an unforgettable night!
Saturday 6th December
Friday 12th December
Saturday 13th December
SCAN TO FIND OUT MORE
ABANDONED RACING
In the event of abandonment before racing, or up to the ‘Weighed-in’ of the first race, there will be a full refund of badge, ticket and carparking costs. In the event of abandonment after the ‘Weighed-in’ of the first race, up to the ‘Weighed-in’ of the third race there will be a 50% refund of the badge and car parking costs. In the event of abandonment thereafter there will be no refunds. No cash refunds to be paid on the day.
CONDITIONS OF ENTRY TO RACECOURSE
Management reserves the right to refuse admission to, or eject from, the racecourse any person without assigning a reason. In particular, any instance of unruly behaviour, such as drunkenness, abusive conduct, singing or shouting, shall entitle the Racecourse Executive to expel the offending racegoer without prior notice
Racegoers must abide by any regulations including the observance of designated nondrinking areas and standards of dress
Only individuals in possession of a valid betting badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets in the course of their business. Any individuals found contravening these conditions will be evicted. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc, for any purpose at the racecourse.
EMERGENCY NOTICE
In an event of an emergency please be guided by our security stewards and by messages you will see and hear around the racecourse. We would advise that you keep your personal belongings with you at all times. In the event of an evacuation please do as requested by Newmarket Racecourses Management and security staff They will direct you to a safe place. Do not attempt to regain access to buildings.
FEEDBACK
Wearealwayspleasedtohearfromourcustomers and are grateful for any feedback you can provide about your visit today There are short contact forms available online at thejockeyclub.co.uk/ newmarket and we value your comments.
THE COURSE IS FOR HORSES
Please keep off the track. The track is for horses, their jockeys and stable staff, please keep them and yourselves safe by remaining inside the barriers. Anyone trespassing on the track will be: Liable to arrest and prosecution; Ejected immediately; Banned from all future Newmarket race meetings; May face a nationwide racecourse ban.
HEALTH AND SAFETY NOTICE
The Racecourse would be grateful if you would observe all Health & Safety requirements whilst you are at Newmarket Racecourse. We would request that only those that are disabled use the disabled viewing area and that parents keep a close eye on all children and prevent them from climbing the running rails and getting on to the actual racecourse. We would also like to remind racegoers that we do have a first aid room Should anyone require any assistance please speak to the nearest steward.
HBLB PRIZE MONEY
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £991,289 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 23rd June to 14th September 2025.
NOTICES
Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration. All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post
PARADE RING ACCESS
In the interests of safety, access to the parade ring is strictly limited to Owners and Trainers with runners in the race, British Horseracing Authority Officials and Racecourse Officials who are on duty at the meeting and Emergency Service Personnel. Those people holding badges or accreditation that allow access to the Parade Ring are asked to refrain from entering this area unless it is absolutely necessary in the course of their business.
PHOTOGRAPHY
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 or Winner’s Enclosure areas, or anywhere in the close vicinity of horses.
The official photographer is John Hoy. To see any of his images please visit www.hoycubed.com
NEED TO KNOW MORE
Want to know about Racing Language, Hints & Tips, New to Racing, Betting information and much, much more visit our website below or scan our QR code.
thejockeyclub.co.uk/the-racing
IMPORTANT NOTICES
RACEHORSE & JOCKEY WELFARE
The welfare of the sport’s equine and human participants is paramount to British Horseracing. All racehorses competing in Britain are stabled at the premises of trainers who are licensed by The British Horseracing Authority The standards demanded by The BHA of licensed racehorse trainers far exceed those prescribed by animal welfare legislation. The British Horseracing Authority similarly licenses every racecourse, setting high standards for the racing surface and all parts of the course used by competitors, both human and equine. BHA Officials ensure that racecourses delivers these standards. In addition Newmarket Racecourse employs a minimum of three veterinary surgeons, whose sole responsibility it is to provide care to the horses throughout their time at the racecourse In the event of an incident on the racecourse, any horse affected will receive immediate treatment from the racecourse’s veterinary team. Qualified paramedics and doctors are also on hand in the case of any incident involving a jockey If any incident occurs during a race it is routine practice for screens to be erected around the horse or jockey receiving treatment. This is to allow the veterinary or medical personnel to make a safe and accurate diagnosis and so that they may perform any treatment in a private and calm environment. If necessary, horses and riders will be transported from the course to receive further treatment at the nearest equine hospital or Accident & Emergency hospital
TODAY'S RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 1.40 -THE ROSSDALES BRITISH EBFMAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042, the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377 for maiden two yrs old fillies only, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, July 7th and pay £105 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 10th. Weights: 9st 2lb each. ROSSDALES has generously sponsored this race and will kindly present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a £100 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. 19 entries at £105. - Closed July 7th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner£10158; Second £5080;Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318. (PenaltyValue £12885) SS SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.12 - THE TRUSTATRADER 20TH
ANNIVERSARY FILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £25770 to the winning horse The second to receive £12085, the third £6045, the fourth £3020, the fifth £1510 and the sixth £755. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 81-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102; such horses rated 80 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £250 stake if the horse is rated 81 or higher, or £50 stake if the horse is rated 80 or lower with £200 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m.
July 10th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 3lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 8lb Penalties, after July 5th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. TRUSTATRADER has generously sponsored this race and will kindly present a memento to the winning owner and a bottle of champagne to the winning trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of TrustaTrader. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race 12 entries, 1 at £50 and 11 at £250 - Closed July 7th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £20315; Second £10160; Third £5080; Fourth £2540; Fifth £1270; Sixth £635. (PenaltyValue £25770) SS SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.50 - THE bet365 BUNBURY CUP (CLASS 2) (Heritage Handicap) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £51540 to the winning horse The second to receive £24170, the third £12090, the fourth £6040, the fifth £3020 and the sixth £1510 for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, June 3rd and pay £150 stake, Scratch by noon, June 17th or pay £250, Confirm by noon, July 7th and pay £100, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 10th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 12lb Penalties, after June 7th, 2025, for each race won 6lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. bet365 has generously sponsored this race and will kindly present a memento to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and stable employee in charge of the winning horse. In addition, they will award a £100 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on Thursday, July 10th and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on Thursday, July 10th. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carrythe name/ logo of bet365. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race 86 entries, 5 at £150, 57 at £400, 24 at £500Closed June 3rd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £40630; Second £20320; Third £10160; Fourth £5080; Fifth £2540; Sixth £1270. (PenaltyValue £51540)Weights raised 7lb and paragraphs 27to 31 oftheWeights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 46 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.25 - THE bet365 MILE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £25770 to the winning horseThe second to receive £12085, the third £6045, the fourth £3020, the fifth £1510 and the sixth £755. for three yrs old only, Rated 0-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, July 7th and pay £250 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 10th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 5th, 2025, for each race won 6lb bet365 has generously sponsored this race and will kindly present a memento to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and stable employee in charge of the winning horse. In addition, they will award a £100 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of bet365. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race 24 entries at £250. - Closed July 7th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £20315; Second £10160; Third £5080; Fourth £2540; Fifth £1270; Sixth £635. (PenaltyValue £25770) SS
SEE PAGE 52 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.00 - THE bet365 SUPERLATIVE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £56710 to the winning horse The second to receive £21500, the third £10760, the fourth £5360, the fifth £2690 and the sixth £1350 for two yrs old only Enter by noon, July 7th and pay £1000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 10th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 3lb; fillies 9st Penalties, a winner of a Group 1 or Group 2 race 3lb bet365 has generously sponsored this race and will kindly present a memento to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and stable employee in charge of the winning horse. In addition, they will award a £100 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of bet365. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 10 entries at £1000Closed July 7th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £44560; Second £18290; Third £9150; Fourth £4570; Fifth £2290; Sixth £1140. (PenaltyValue £56710) A SS
SEE PAGE 58 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.35 - THE AL BASTI
EQUIWORLD, DUBAI JULY CUP STAKES (CLASS 1) (GROUP 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £372584 to the winning horse The second to receive £141255, the third £70693, the fourth £35215, the fifth £17673 and the sixth £8869 for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, May 20th and pay £2580 stake, Scratch by noon, June 24th or pay £3300, Confirm by noon, July 7th and pay £1620, Supplementary Entry by noon, July 7th and pay £36000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 10th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 2lb; fillies 8st 13lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 8lb; fillies 9st 5lb NOTE: Horses will only be eligible to run in this race provided that they have a current BHA Handicap Rating of 80 or higher at midday of the confirmation stage. Horses which do not qualify for a rating may also be eligible providing the BHA Handicapper is satisfied that the horse’s racecourse performances up to and including the day before confirmation merit a provisional assessment of 80 or higher Horses which have not run will not be eligible.. AL BASTI has generously sponsored this race and will award a prize to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the horse judged to be best turned out in the race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code This race will be restricted to 20 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R21 and R22. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the important notices following the Standard Conditions on the Racing Bulletin area of the BHA Racing Administration Internet site www2.racingadmin.co.uk. Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they must notify the Racing Calendar Office immediately when the decision has been made not to run This will maximise the list of runners. The Racecourse Executive will pay a travel allowance of £400 to any reserve that travels to the course on the day prior to this race, but which subsequently fails to take the place of a declared runner For the avoidance of doubt, such payments will only be made to any such reserve which would reasonably be expected to travel on the day prior to the race and, thus, for which it would be necessary to begin the journey to the course before the deadline for a reserve to replace a non-runner has passed, i.e., 1.00 p.m. on Friday, July 11th. Trainers seeking to claim this allowance must seek prior confirmation from the Racecourse Executive before commencing the journey. Elimination from this race will be as provided forbythe Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code) The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code and the Division of Races section of the Race Administration Code of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race (No confirmation of entry is required for Supplementary entries) 49 entries, 24 at £2580, 9 at £5880, 14 at £7500, 2 at £36000 - Closed May 20th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £292759; Second £120165; Third £60116; Fourth £30025; Fifth £15045; Sixth £7490. (PenaltyValue £372584.70) A SS
SEE PAGE 66 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.10 - THE TRUSTATRADER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15462 to the winning horse The second to receive £7251, the third £3627, the fourth £1812, the fifth £906 and the sixth £453. forthree 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) £150 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 10th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 4lb Penalties, after July 5th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb TRUSTATRADER has generously sponsored this race and will kindly present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of TrustATrader The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race. 3yos rated 71, 72 and 73 might be out ofthe weights. 15 entries at £150. - Closed July 7th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381. (PenaltyValue £15462) SS
