THE SEASON FINALE Closing Ceremony & National Hunt Handover Monday 17th October Racecard
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WINDSOR
Race 1 1.20
1m 3f 99y
1 Just Hiss (GB) 11-2
TimEasterby MrThomasEasterby(5)
Form: 300, TFR:HHHII
2 Fighting Poet (IRE) 11-1
RichardPhillips MrJamesTurner(5)
Form: 045, TFR:HHHII
3 Allset (IRE) 11-1
EvanWilliams MissEleanorWilliams(5)
Form: 31-0, TFR:HIIII
4 Richard P Smith (IRE) 11-0
EdDunlop MrFletcherYarham(5)
Form: 221, TFR:HHHHH
5 Gold Souk (IRE) 10-12
DanielSteele MrFreddieGordon(5)
Form: 066, TFR:HIIII
6 Eagle’s Realm (GB) 10-12
FergalO’Brien MissFernO’Brien(3)
Form: 325, TFR:HHIII
7 Berrygar (GB) 10-10
HeatherMain MrHenryMain(3)
Form: 445, TFR:HHIII
8 Magical Dragon (IRE) 10-9
PatrickChamings MrFrederickTett
Form: 406, TFR:HHIII
9 Balgowan (IRE) 10-8
MiltonHarris MissTeaganPadgett(7)
Form: 645, TFR:HHIII
10 Jacks Profit (IRE) 10-8
DavidEvans MissVictoriaMalzard
Form: 042, TFR:HHHII
11 The Game Is On (GB) 10-6
GeorgeBaker MrGuyMitchell(5)
Form: 010, TFR:HHIII
12 It’s How We Roll (IRE) 10-5
JohnSpearing MrLewisKent(5) Form: 254, TFR:HHIII
13 Fen Tiger (IRE) 10-5
JuliaFeilden MrRossBirkett
Form: 221, TFR:HHHHI
14 Good Impression (GB) 9-13
BernardLlewellyn MissJessicaLlewellyn(5) Form: 00-0, TFR:HHIII
Devorgilla (GB) 9-12
GeorgeBaker MissSerenaBrotherton Form: 265, TFR:HHHII
Eagles Dare (GB) 9-11
DenisCoakley MissSophieSmith Form: 006, TFR:HIIII
Race 2 1.50
5f 21y
1 Proverb (IRE) 9-9
GeorgeBoughey TomMarquand
Form: 231, TFR:HHHHH
2
Ferrous (IRE) 9-4
MickChannon RobHornby Form: TFR:HHIII
3 Desert Fighter (IRE) 9-2
Paul&OliverCole CierenFallon Form: 5, TFR:HHIII
4 Dropskipandump (IRE) 9-2
PeterCrate AidanKeeley(5) Form: 00, TFR:HIIII
5 Empire of The Sun (GB) 9-2
RaeGuest TheodoreLadd Form: TFR:HIIII
6 Get Busy (GB) 9-2
JohnGallagher CharlieBennett Form: 0, TFR:HIIII
7 Kwiz (IRE) 9-0
MarkPattinson FinleyMarsh Form: 0, TFR:HIIII
8 Once Adaay (GB) 9-0
MrsIlkaGansera-Leveque GeorgeWood Form: 5, TFR:HHIII
9 Lulworth Cove (IRE) 8-13
RichardHannon SeanLevey Form: 5, TFR:HHHII
10 Radio Goo Goo (GB) 8-13
DavidEvans PatCosgrave Form: 222, TFR:HHHII
11 Must Catch Up (GB) 8-11
MarcusTregoning DougieCostello Form: TFR:HHIII
Race 3 2.25
5f 21y
1 Meganseigthteen (GB) 9-10
JohnButler TomMarquand
Form: 535, TFR:HHIII
2 Pettochside (GB) 9-9
JohnBridger DougieCostello Form: 500, TFR:HIIII
3 Sparked (GB) 9-6
JimBoyle HectorCrouch Form: 301, TFR:HHHHH
4 Firenze Rosa (IRE) 9-5
JohnBridger GeorgeRooke Form: 150, TFR:HHIII
5 Porterinthejungle (IRE) 9-4
RobynBrisland DavidEgan Form: 504, TFR:HHIII
6 Coronation Cottage (GB) 9-3
MalcolmSaunders CharlieBennett Form: 603, TFR:HHHII
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16
7 Ellie Piper (GB) 9-3
RobynBrisland CierenFallon
Form: 401, TFR:HHHHI
8
Haveagobeau (GB) 8-13
JimBoyle PatCosgrave
Form: 060, TFR:HHIII
9 Blue Venture (GB) 8-13
TonyCarroll MolliePhillips(3)
Form: 063, TFR:HHHII
10 Notre Maison (GB) 8-11
StuartKittow RobHornby Form: 234, TFR:HHHII
11 Thank The Lord (GB) 8-10
SimonHodgson TheodoreLadd Form: 034, TFR:HHIII
12 Major Pusey (GB) 8-10
RobynBrisland AidanKeeley(5) Form: 0-00, TFR:HIIII
Race 4 3.00
1m 2f
1 The Whipmaster (IRE) 9-11
GaryMoore TomQueally Form: 260, TFR:HHHII
2 Andaleep (IRE) 9-11
Daniel&ClaireKubler Richard Kingscote
Form: 401, TFR:HHHII
3 Danville (GB) 9-9
EveJohnsonHoughton Charles Bishop
Form: 020, TFR:HHIII
4 Mark of Respect (IRE) 9-4
JonathanPortman HectorCrouch Form: 003, TFR:HHHII
5 Wisper (IRE) 9-3
MarcusTregoning AidanKeeley(5) Form: 421, TFR:HHHHI
6 He’s A Latchico (IRE) 9-2 GaryMoore AnnaGibson(7) Form: 111, TFR:HHHII
7 Group One Power (GB) 9-1
AndrewBalding RobHornby Form: 300, TFR:HHIII
8 Glen Esk (GB) 8-12
ChrisWall KaiyaFraser(7) Form: 430, TFR:HHIII
9 Bearaway (IRE) 8-11
HughieMorrison TomMarquand Form: 143, TFR:HHHII
10 End Result (GB) 8-10
JaneChapple-Hyam DavidEgan Form: 00-0, TFR:HHHHH
11 Lawn Ranger (GB) 8-7
MichaelAttwater TheodoreLadd Form: 430, TFR:HHIII
Race 5 3.35 1m 2f
1 By Your Side (GB) 9-13
EdDunlop RobHornby
Form: 021, TFR:HHHHI
2 Chips And Rice (GB) 9-9
ChrisWall KaiyaFraser(7) Form: 124, TFR:HHIII
3 Glittering Choice (GB) 9-9
HugoPalmer CierenFallon Form: 316, TFR:HHIII
4 V Twelve (IRE) 9-9
EdWalker RossCoakley Form: 632, TFR:HHHII
5 Moonis (IRE) 9-7
GaryMoore TomQueally Form: 050, TFR:HIIII
6 Super Stars (IRE) 9-6
Charlie&MarkJohnston DavidEgan Form: 633, TFR:HHHII
7 Nonsuch Lad (IRE) 9-6
JimBoyle AidanKeeley(5) Form: 151, TFR:HHHII
8 I Am The Sea (GB) 9-5
WilliamHaggas TomMarquand Form: 044, TFR:HHHII
9 Showman (GB) 8-13
HughieMorrison RichardKingscote Form: 424, TFR:HHHHH
10 Young Winston (GB) 8-11
JohnMackie JoeyHaynes Form: 306, TFR:HIIII
11 Una Notte (GB) 8-4
DenisCoakley GeorgeRooke Form: 053, TFR:HIIII
Race 6 4.10
1m 31y
1 Farasi Lane (IRE) 9-12
TomWard RobHornby Form: 006, TFR:HHIII
2
Frantanck (GB) 9-9
WilliamHaggas TomMarquand Form: 343, TFR:HHHHI
3 Lost In Time (GB) 9-7
DeanIvory CharlieBennett Form: 4-24, TFR:HHHII
4 Foden (GB) 9-7
RichardHannon SeanLevey Form: 133, TFR:HHHHH
5 Devasboy (GB) 9-6
Charlie&MarkJohnston HayleyTurner Form: 620, TFR:HHHII
6 The Rain King (IRE) 9-3
AlexandraDunn RichardKingscote Form: 410, TFR:HHIII
7 Mr Trick (IRE) 9-2
IanWilliams BenSanderson(3) Form: 636, TFR:HHHII
8 Rival (GB) 8-13
JohnFlint AidanKeeley(5) Form: 014, TFR:HHHII
9 Super Den (GB) 8-13
T.J.Kent DavidEgan Form: 60-0, TFR:HHHII
10 My Mate Ted (IRE) 8-12
RogerTeal CierenFallon Form: 100, TFR:HHHII
11 Espresso Freddo (IRE) 8-9 RobertStephens MolliePhillips(3) Form: 000, TFR:HHHII
Race 7 4.45
1m 31y
1 Platinum Prince (GB) 10-0
GaryMoore TomQueally Form: 133, TFR:HHHHH
2 Alyara (GB) 10-0
JohnFlint AidanKeeley(5) Form: 005, TFR:HHHHI
3 Gypsy Whisper (GB) 9-13
ScottDixon CharlesBishop Form: 166, TFR:HHHII
4 Daphne May (GB) 9-12
AdamWest SeanLevey Form: 036, TFR:HHIII
5 Typical Man (GB) 9-12
IanWilliams RichardKingscote Form: 530, TFR:HHIII
6 Kadima Imperial (GB) 9-11
HeatherMain CierenFallon Form: 310, TFR:HHIII
7 Roundabout Silver (GB) 9-10
JimBoyle PaddyBradley(3) Form: 016, TFR:HHHII
8 Mr Zee (IRE) 9-8
MichaelBlake NonRunner Form: 100, TFR:IIIII
9 Cyrus Kingofpersia (GB) 9-8
HenryCandy RobHornby Form: 050, TFR:HHIII
10 Promoting (IRE) 9-8
HughieMorrison TomMarquand Form: 000, TFR:HHIII
11 Galactic Glow (IRE) 9-1
LukeDace AlecVoikhansky(7) Form: 550, TFR:HHIII
12 My Friend Woody (GB) 9-0
Jean-ReneAuvray DougieCostello Form: 500, TFR:HIIII
13 Essme (GB) 8-11
JohnBridger DavidEgan Form: 644, TFR:HHHII
14 Tara (GB) 8-10
LydiaRichards GeorgeRooke Form: 025, TFR:HHHII
Race 8 5.15
1m 31y
1 Afta Party (IRE) 10-0
AliceHaynes SeanLevey
Form: 023, TFR:HHHHI
2
Peruvian Summer (IRE) 9-13
JohnStimpson DougieCostello
Form: 1-30, TFR:HHIII
3 Dourado (IRE) 9-13
PatrickChamings HectorCrouch
Form: 200, TFR:HHIII
4 Mabre (IRE) 9-12
DavidEvans PatCosgrave Form: 520, TFR:HHHII
5 Tricky Business (GB) 9-11
StuartKittow RossCoakley Form: 5-06, TFR:HHIII
6 Fourshadesofsilver (GB) 9-11
JohnRyan LouisSteward Form: 510, TFR:HHHII
7 Starry Eyes (USA) 9-10
BrettJohnson RobHornby Form: 060, TFR:HHIII
8 Ladypacksapunch (GB) 9-8
GraceHarris FinleyMarsh Form: 336, TFR:HHIII
9 Rampage (IRE) 9-8
Daniel&ClaireKubler DavidEgan Form: 002, TFR:HHHHH
10 Laurentia (IRE) 9-1
DeanIvory CharlieBennett Form: 514, TFR:HHHII
11 Susanbequick (IRE) 9-1
JoePonting CharlesBishop Form: 104, TFR:HHIII
12 Hy Eales (IRE) 9-0
JohnSpearing GeorgeRooke Form: 000, TFR:HHIII
13 Maykir (GB) 8-10
J.R.Jenkins AidanKeeley(5) Form: 050, TFR:HHIII
14 Just Albert (GB) 8-9
GeoffreyDeacon RoseDawes(7) Form: 030, TFR:HHIII
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STAKES (CLASS
1 CAPTAIN DANDY (IRE)
2 H KEY LAILS (GB) (-)
Gr g Washington DC (IRE)
White Rose Bloodstock
Mickley Stud & Derrick
Appeal (IRE)
Cam Hardie
Richard Fahey, Malton
(7)
Paul Mulrennan
Craig Lidster, Easingwold
3 JUSTWATCHMESTRUGLE (GB) (10) 0
(3)
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor 1738 1773 1807 1842 1876 FORM ANALYSIS A CLOSER LOOK 12 | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | First Race 1.00 6fTHE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS
FIAT RESTRICTED NOVICE
5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (GBB RACE) for novice two yrs old x Total race value £6000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2560, 2nd £1280, 3rd £640, 4th £320. (Penalty Value £3240) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable colours no horse st-lb Draw
(-) 9-7 (1) Br B c Dandy Man (IRE) La Chita Bonita (IRE)
J O Richard Fahey Ebor Racing Club Ltd
T B Northern Bloodstock Agency Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 13. 28,000 gns yearling. Half-brother to 7f-9f winner Apple Scruffs and 2-y-o 8.3fwinnerBlazingTunder Wouldn’tneedtobeanythingoutoftheordinarytofigureondebut. TFRHHHHI BHA
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Mossop TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 22. £24,000 yearling, Washington Dc gelding. Half-brother to useful winner up to 7f Captain Magnum. Dam unraced. Market should prove a useful guide on racecourse bow.TFRHHHII BHA
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Br B g Bated Breath Commence William Pyle (7) J O Mrs Wendy Burdett Craig Lidster, Easingwold T B Hungerford Park Breeding Weatherbys Racing Bank S TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 28. £26,000 yearling, Bated Breath gelding. 125/1, last of 12 in minor event at York (6f, good to soft) on debut 10 days ago. Can only be watched. TFRHHIII BHA 4 SECRET JOY (IRE) (51) 0 9-7 (8) Br B c Camacho Cape Joy (IRE) Shane Gray J O Graham Simpson Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T B Mr B. Doyle Applied Maintenance Technology Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW £17,000 yearling, Camacho colt. Never involved when eleventh of 15 in novice event at Redcar (6f, good to firm) on debut 51 days ago. Probably one for handicaps later on. TFRHHIII BHA 5 TAJ NEOM (IRE) (-) 9-7 (6) Br Gr g El Kabeir (USA) Anythingknappen (IRE) Clifford Lee J O Mr Faihan Faisal Almandeel K. R. Burke, Leyburn T B Rossenarra Bloodstock Ltd KB Spigot Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 24. £20,000 yearling, El Kabeir gelding. Half-brother to winner in Italy by Gutaifan. Dam2-y-o1mwinner Yardenjoyedaverygoodseasonwiththeirjuvenilesandhe’sanewcomertonote TFRHHHHI BHA 6 BAY OF HOPE (IRE) (25) (2lb) 0 9-5 (2) Br B g Cable Bay (IRE) Selka (FR) Joanna Mason J O Mick & David Easterby 100 Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T B Gerard Burke Stittenham Farms S TIMEFORM VIEW Cable Bay gelding. Dam unraced from family of Prix du Jockey Club winner Hernando. 25/1, showed only greenness when seventh of 8 in a C&D maiden on debut 25 days ago. This should reveal more.TFRHHIII BHA 7 HARRY’S HALO (IRE) (32) (2lb) 00 9-5 (9) Br Ch g Harry Angel (IRE) Postale Rossa Ryan J O Kevin Frost Racing Club & David Orr Kevin Frost, Newark T B Manister House Stud Kevin Frost Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. 125/1, seventh of 9 in C&D novice 32 days ago, held up and never on terms. Another who can only be watched. TFRHHIII BHA For conditions of this race, see page 47 LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17 22): R Fahey (37 wins from 271 runners, 14%) runs CAPTAIN DANDY TRAINER IN FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Fahey (8 wins from 54 runners, 15%) runs CAPTAIN DANDY FANCY THAT: K R Burke won this race in 2018 and 2019. The stable runs TAJ NEOM today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: TAJ NEOM trained by K R Burke, Leyburn, 60 miles.
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Tim Easterby, Malton
Habton Farms Easthorpe Hall Stud
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Jason Hart J
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10 BEAUTRON (GB) (40)
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George Lodge
Yeomanstown
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Camacho, Malton
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DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2021: GREENBARN 2 8 10 Connor Beasley 11-4 (Michael Dods) 12 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 9. Running for the first time since Gelding No 2, 5, 7. Record Time: 1min 14.0secs; Median Time: 1min 16.90secs Stewards Note: BAY OF HOPE: Following its run on 22/9/2022 it was reported that the horse hung left after hitting the rail.
Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 We’renotreallyhere (GB), 7-2 Nightout (GB), 4-1 Taj Neom (IRE), 11-2 Captain Dandy (IRE), 16-1 H Key Lails (GB), 22-1 Beautron (GB), 33-1 Secret Joy (IRE), George Lodge (IRE), 40-1 Bay of Hope (IRE), 50-1 Justwatchmestrugle (GB), Harry’s Halo (IRE)
WE’RENOTREALLYHERE has had plenty of chances already but ran up to his best when runner-up over further at Wolverhampton 7 days ago and he may well be up to putting his experience to good use and coming out on top. Nightout has similarly displayed fair form to date and is a live threat, whilst market support for newcomers Taj Neom or Captain Dandy would need to be viewed positively.
NEOM (IRE)
1911 1945 1980 2015 13 PONTEFRACT-RACES.CO.UK O N E 8 NIGHTOUT (GB) (34) (2lb) 4533 9-5 (11)
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6/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable second of 10 in maiden at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 7 days ago, having run of race Experience should count for plenty TFRHHHHH BHA69
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Alpine Dream (IRE) Duran Fentiman J O David & Yvonne Blunt Tim Easterby, Malton T B David & Yvonne Blunt Easthorpe Hall Stud S TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. Eighth of 10 in minor event at Carlisle (5.8f, good to soft, 17/2) on debut 40 days ago, slowly into stride and always behind. TFRHHIII BHA 11 GEORGE LODGE (IRE) (40) 00 9-2 (10) Br Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) Edge of The World (IRE) Graham
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TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WE’RENOTREALLYHERE 2.NIGHTOUT 3.TAJ
RACE RESULT 1ST 2ND3RD 4TH TIME DISTANCE GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares. Northern Commercials will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £100 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. The winning horse will also receive a sack of carrots kindly donated by Poskitts Vegetable Farmers and Growers.
BEST TURNED OUT WINNERS Monday 3rd October RACE HORSE GROOM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 MIDNIGHTLION SALEET DOIDREAM VISITEOFFICIELLE LITTLEJO REACH THEDUNKIRKLADS RUNTHISWAY GAVIN HOLLY GRANT HEATHER ALICIA KATIE SAMMY GRACE The above list is the best turned out winners of each race from our last meeting. We appreciate all of the hardwork and effort that the Lads and Lasses put into their horses before they run here at Ponte! Thank you!
THE TIM POLLITT ‘SDS IS GOAT’ MEMORIAL NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Tim’s love of horseracing stemmed from his dad, Walter, who was in the family bookmaking business in Wigan. Walter ran the Scot Lane branch in Aspull Tim’s mum Irene can remember Tim’s first racecourse visit to the Ebor meeting at York in the mid 70s when as a young boy he cheered Pat Eddery into the winners enclosure.
Tim visited many courses in later years but Pontefract was definitely his favourite. Tim worked in the printing business and a day or two at Ponty every season was the staple diet for both business and pleasure
Regular visitors to Ponty will be well aware of the legend that is SDS, SilvestreDeSousa.TheBrazilianborn,3timechampionjockey,rodethecourse better than any rider over the last decade or so. Tim had a canny knack for latching onto new, young, improving riders and SDS was the best of the lot in recent years for his bank balance.
Almost 9 years to the day SDS rode a 4-timer at the course which many racegoers here today I am sure remember. Tim never forgot it and dined out many times on his winning multiple from that memorable day. Tim was on a golf break in Scotland and had placed his bet before the round and as he always did watched the races on catch-up later that evening, not knowing the results. We all watched as Tim’s face got redder and redder as SDS booted home winner after winner. As we fired up the website to check the returns Tim uttered the phrase every punter loves to hear “Jeez, where’s the decimal point”.
Incorporating SDS into the title of Tim’s race today was a no-brainer and his wife Cath along with daughters Meghan and Kitty are here with a host of family and friends to celebrate his memory
Tim lost his 18 month battle with cancer on 19th October 2021. He was 53 years old.
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Draw
1 NIGHTS OVER EGYPT (IRE) (48) 445 9-10 (4)
Br B c Oasis Dream Beychella (USA)
P. J. McDonald J
John and Jess Dance James Horton, Middleham T
Sabah Mubarak Al Sabah
Management, Manor House Farm S
BHA
2 RIEVAULX RAVER (IRE) (12) 031203 D 9-8 (1)
Br B g Elzaam (AUS) Juste Pour Moi (IRE)
Jason Hart J
O Grange Park Racing, Collier and Fell Roger Fell, Nawton T
B Castlefarm Stud Grange Park Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Ripon
TFRHHHII BHA74
at Nottingham (10.2f, heavy, 16/1)12
3 DISPUTED (GB) (53) 33100 9-7 (3)
Br B f Zo
any (IRE) Moderah Ryan Sexton (5) J
O Ontoawinner and B Keatley
Adrian Keatley, Malton T
B Stone Roses Bloodstock www.ontoawinner.net S
TIMEFORM
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor 1738 1773 1807 1842 1876 FORM ANALYSIS A CLOSER LOOK 16 | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Second Race 1.30 1m 6yTHE TIM POLLITT ‘SDS IS GOAT’ MEMORIAL NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) for two yrs old x Total race value £7000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2731, 2nd £1365, 3rd £683, 4th £341, 5th £240, 6th £240. (Penalty Value £3456) colours
st-lb
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Vertem Asset
TIMEFORM VIEW Displayed definite signs of promise in a trio of novice events, challenging 2f out but no extra last 1/2f when fifth of 8 at Carlisle (7.8f) in August. Likelihood is we haven’t seen the best of him.TFRHHHII
76
(1m) in August and similar form when creditable third of 7 in nursery
days ago, joined under3foutand one paced. Fancied to give agoodaccount once more.
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VIEW Suited by the step up in trip to get off the mark t in a Haydock novice (7f) 3 starts ago, scoring decisively despite looking green in front. Never figured switched to nurseries both since, however. Visor reached for now. TFRHHHII BHA73 4 ALEXA’S PRINCESS (IRE) (23) 434163 9-7 (10) Br Ch f Dandy Man (IRE) Born To Spend (IRE) Clifford Lee J O Nick Bradley Racing 9 & Mrs E Burke K. R. Burke, Leyburn T B Michael Morrissey Tattersalls S TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Thirsk (7f) in August. 50/1, showed improved form when third in nursery at Newmarket (7f, good) 23 days ago, sticking to task well. Ease back down in class rates a plus and claims if repeating that here. TFRHHHHI BHA73 5 VONDELPARK (GB) (23) 430441 D 9-6 (14) Br B c Mayson Loving Touch Aiden Brookes (5) J O Keep The Faith Partnership Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T B Penhill Stud Wilcocks Contractors Ltd, Gemma Tutty Racing S TIMEFORM VIEWShowed improved form to get off the mark at Ripon (1m) 23 days ago, drawing clear from 2f out and winning easily Handicapper has certainly had his say and this tougher but not underestimated. TFRHHHHI BHA72 6 ORCHESTRA (FR) (14) 0503 9-5 (12) Br B c Golden Horn Optica (FR) Neil Callan J O La Grange Partnership Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T B S.C. Ecurie Ades-Hazan & Pvp Racing Ed Dunlop Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Back on track when third of 9 on nursery bow at Windsor (8.1f, good to firm, 50/1) 14 days ago, no extra final 1f. Needs to pull out a little more. TFRHHHII BHA71 7 COVERDALE (IRE) (26) 043 9-5 (8) Br B c Expert Eye Brynica (FR) Daniel Tudhope J O Clarendon Thoroughbred Racing Edward Bethell, Middleham T B Corduff Stud & T. J. Rooney Tattersalls, Clarendon Thoroughbred Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Again showed promise when third of 8 in maiden at Redcar (7f, good to firm, 9/2) 26 days ago, needing stiffer test. Type to do better now switched to handicaps/upped in trip TFRHHHHH BHA71 For conditions of this race, see page 47 LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17 22): R Fahey (37 wins from 271 runners, 14%) runs KITTYKARMA TRAINER IN FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Fahey (8 wins from 54 runners, 15%) runs KITTYKARMA LONGEST TRAVELLER: LUNACY trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 214 miles.
Leaf (FR)
O Mrs H. Steel
Jack Garri
Richard Fahey, Malton
Rathbarry Stud Tote
PENNY GHENT (GB) (25)
(11)
Br Gr f Pastoral Pursuits Velvet Band Phil Dennis
Mr P.
Simon Whitaker, Scarcro
Yorkshire Bale
(21) 663 8-12 (6)
Br B g Bated Breath Grand Depart Sam James J
Nick Bradley Racing
Bumble Bloodstock
and Partner
Mrs
Roger Fell, Nawton T
Tote S
13 VALSTAR (IRE) (23) 00525 8-11 (15)
Br B f
Easterby,
1911 1945 1980 2015 17 PONTEFRACT-RACES.CO.UK T W O 8 LUNACY (GB) (12) 540 9-4 (9) Br B c New Bay Lunar Spirit Rossa Ryan J O Mr and Mrs David Aykroyd Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T B Beaslay Thoroughbreds R M Beckett Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Not without promise in trio of maiden/novice events over 7f in recent weeks and no surprise to see him do better now stamina is drawn out further/with blinkers also enlisted. TFRHHHII BHA70 9 SLINGSBYTOO (IRE) (19) 533 9-3 (7) Br B g Bungle Inthejungle Al Sultana Joanna Mason J O Bernard Hoggarth Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T B Ambrose Madden Two-One BH Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW 6/1, matched previous best when third in minor event at Catterick (7f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Likely to do better now handicapping with this longer trip rating a likely plus. Interesting if strong in betting. TFRHHHHI BHA69 10 KITTYKARMA (IRE) (21) 405 9-2 (2) Br B f Kitten’s Joy (USA) Spring
tty J
T B
S TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 40/1, fifth of 7 in maiden at Newcastle (7.1f) 21 days ago, unsuited by drop in trip. Makes handicap debut. Open to improvement. TFRHHHII BHA68 11
045 8-13
J O
Ziegler
ft T B Hellwood Stud Farm & G. P. Clarke
S TIMEFORM VIEW28/1, fifth of 8 in maiden at this course (6f, good) 25 days ago, effort 2f out but no impression. Previous effort at Thirsk contained definite promise however and the switch to handicaps/step up to 1m both rate positives. TFRHHHII BHA65 12 TRABAJO DETECHO (GB)
O
3
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TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 5/1, matched previous best third of 9 in maiden at Newcastle (7.1f) 21 days ago, needing stiffer test. Makes handicap debut. TFRHHHII BHA64
Zoustar (AUS) Valonia David Allan J O Elsa Crankshaw, Gordon Allan & Partner Tim
Malton T B Habton Farms Houghton Bunkhouse S TIMEFORM VIEW Improved when runner-up on nursery debut at Catterick (7f) in September 5/1, well below that level when123/4lengthsfifthof6toVondelparkinnurseryatRipon(1m)23daysago.Bouncebackcalledfor. TFRHHHII BHA63 14 LEAP YEAR LAD (IRE) (23) 660034 8-11 (13) Br Gr or Ro c Havana Grey Skeleton (IRE) Tom Eaves J O My Vein Clinic Syndicate 1 Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T B B. Kennedy & Mrs Ann Marie Kennedy Independent Vascular Services Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW 9/2, 8 1/4 lengths fourth of 6 to Vondelpark in nursery at Ripon (1m, good) 23 days ago, hanging badly left end of back straight. Headgear left off now. TFRHHHII BHA63 15 PURPLE MARTINI (GB) (69) 650 8-8 (5) Br B f Mayson Lady Lekki (IRE) Andrew Mullen J O Daniel Shapiro & David Clifford Ben Haslam, Middleham T B Daniel Shapiro Porrima S TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Last of 12 in maiden (40/1) at Carlisle (5.8f, good) 69 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Makes handicap debut. Something to find on form. TFRHHIII BHA60 DECLARED RUNNERS 15 2021: REELEMIN 2 9 3 Jason Hart 3-1 (Hughie Morrison) 16 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 8. Visor worn first time by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 13. Record Time: 1min 42.8secs; Median Time: 1min 45.90secs Stewards Note: DISPUTED: Following its run on 25/8/2022 it was reported that the horse was slowly away ALEXA’S PRINCESS: Following its run on 24/9/2022 it was reported that the horse hung right handed. SLINGSBYTOO: Following its run on 28/9/2022 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running. VALSTAR: Following its run on 24/9/2022 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. LEAP YEAR LAD: Following its run on 24/9/2022 it was reported that the horse hung left and ran wide turning. Probable S.P.’s: 11-2 Vondelpark (GB), 15-2 Alexa’s Princess (IRE), 8-1 Coverdale (IRE), 11-1 Nights Over Egypt (IRE), Lunacy (GB), 14-1 Rievaulx Raver (IRE), Slingsbytoo (IRE), Kittykarma (IRE), Valstar (IRE), 16-1 Orchestra (FR), 18-1 Leap Year Lad (IRE), 22-1 Disputed (GB), Trabajo Detecho (GB), 28-1 Penny Ghent (GB), 50-1 Purple Martini (GB)
POSITION OF STALLS
18 1738 1773 1807 1842 1876 PLAY SMARTER A host of likely improvers in opposition in this big-field nursery with the vote in favour of COVERDALE. Not for the first time he showed promise, not least with a view to stepping up in trip, when third at Redcar (7f) 26 days ago and he rates a big player now handicapping. Facile Ripon scorer Vondelpark, Slingsbytoo, Lunacy and Alexa’s Princess head up the dangers. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.COVERDALE (IRE) 2.VONDELPARK 3.SLINGSBYTOO (IRE) RACE RESULT 1ST 2ND3RD 4TH TIME DISTANCE The winning horse will also receive a sack of carrots kindly donated by Poskitts Vegetable Farmers and Growers
Unless an announcement is made to the contrary, Starting Stalls will be positioned against the INSIDE RUNNING RAIL for all races. Meghan & Kitty Pollitt will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. Geoff Turpin & John Eiffert will present a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race
CURRENT STANDINGS LEADING JOCKEY LEADING TRAINER DANNY TUDHOPE BEN CURTIS HOLLIE DOYLE CLIFFORD LEE JASON HART PAUL mULRENNAN CONNOR BEASLEY 6 6 6 5 5 4 4 KARL BURKE DAVID O’mEARA ROGER FELL mARK JOHNSTON TIm EASTERBY DAVID EASTERBY RICHARD FAHEY ED DUNLOP 6 6 6 6 6 5 5 4 The below table is the current leaderboard in the race to be Leading Jockey & Trainer here at Pontefract this season - after today who will be the winner?
Mr Orange
Mr Orange on the gallops x
Mr Orange was a familiar face here at Pontefract Racecourse, having run here 39 times from just 74 starts. This means over half of the races he has ever run were here at Ponte, so I’m sure we are one of his favourite tracks!
He was also no stranger to the Winners Enclosure having won an impressive 7 times at Ponte. You would have seen Mr Orange sprinting home over 6 furlongs, and more often than not he was paired with jockey Graham Lee. The duo won together 4 times.
Throughout his career Mr Orange has amassed £74,280 in prize money and as much as he loves Ponte, he also ran some big races at York and Ascot!
When at home he loves nothing more than a good roll in the paddock and taking in the stunning views of North Yorkshire.
Orangetaking in the
AGE: 9 years old TRAINER: Paul Midgley OWNER: J Blackburn & A Turton SILKS: A TRIBUTE TO THE RECENTLY RETIRED PONTE SPECIALIST
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Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor 1738 1773 1807 1842 1876 FORM ANALYSIS A CLOSER LOOK 22 | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Third Race 2.00 1m 6yTHE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF SILVER TANKARD STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) for two yrs old x Total race value £40000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £17824, 2nd £7316, 3rd £3660, 4th £1828, 5th £916, 6th £456. (Penalty Value £22684) colours no horse st-lb Draw 1 ARKENDALE (GB) (23) 2 9-5 (9) Br Br c Pivotal Paris Rooftops (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J O Clipper Logistics Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn T B Branton Court Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped well when second of 10 in maiden at Haydock (1m, good) on debut 23 days ago, having to weave way through. Looks sure to progress but this requires good bit more at this stage. TFRHHHII BHA 2 CAPTAIN WINTERS (GB) (44) 4213 9-5 (8) Br B c Lope de Vega (IRE) Reem Three Neil Callan J O Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed promise when off the mark in a Thirsk novice (7f) in August. Showed improved home (came home well) when third in Haydock listed race (1m) 44 days ago and claims of hitting the frame again. TFRHHHII BHA94 3 CHILLHI (IRE) (10) 61015 D 9-5 (3) Br B c Churchill (IRE) Hi Katriona (IRE) Ben Robinson J O Mr P. Boyle Brian Ellison, Malton T B Mr John Webb Brian Ellison Racing Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when doubling career tally on nursery bow at Newcastle (1m) in September Rallied well to finish fifth of 12 in minor event at York (7f, good) 10 days ago but this demands a little bit more. TFRHHHII BHA89 4 LOCAL DYNASTY (IRE) (33) 151 D 9-5 (4) Br B c Dubawi (IRE) Really Special William Buick J O Godolphin Charlie Appleby, Newmarket T B Godolphin Emirates Fly Better S TIMEFORM VIEW Scored on debut at Newmarket and, having finished fifth at York next time, he quickly got back on the up when landing 1m Sandown novice 33 days ago, staying on strongly Leadimg claims back up in grade. TFRHHHHH BHA94 5 THINK FIRST (IRE) (18) 511 D 9-5 (6) Br B c Kessaar (IRE) Willow Beck Rossa Ryan J O Mr Sultan Ali James Tate, Newmarket T B Lynn Lodge Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Kessaar colt who arrives having made it 2 wins from 3 starts when landing 4-runner Chelmsford novice (10f) 18 days ago. Open to further progress moving forward for all this is more demanding. TFRHHHII BHA93 6 SIRONA (GER) (22) 121 9-3 (5) Br B f Soldier Hollow Si Luna (GER) Jack Mitchell J O Jayne McGivern Charlie & Mark Johnston, Middleham T B Gestut Hof Iserneichen Johnston Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Made a very bright start to her career, making it 2 wins from 3 when landing listed race at Cologne (7.4f, good to soft, 14/10) 22 days ago by4 lengths, well on top finish. Claims with more to come. TFRHHHHI BHA102 7 CAERNARFON (GB) (31) 43221 9-0 (2) Br B f Cityscape Royal Ffanci Connor Beasley J O Hunscote Stud Limited Mick Channon, West Ilsley T B Hunscote Stud Mike Channon Bloodstock Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 13-runner nursery (8/1) at Ayr (7.2f, good) 31 days ago. Has steadily gone the right way to date but this demands a jolt of improvement if she’s to figure up in class. TFRHHIII BHA77 For conditions of this race, see page 47 LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17 22): C & M Johnston (33 wins from 197 runners, 17%) runs SIRONA TRAINER IN FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C & M Johnston (9 wins from 75 runners, 12%) runs SIRONA FANCY THAT: R Beckett won this race in 2015 and 2018. The stable runs LUCKIN BREW today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: LUCKIN BREW trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 214 miles.
by Rachael Gowland,
owner in the Winner’s
the stable
WELFARE OF HORSES AND RIDERS
1911 1945 1980 2015 23 PONTEFRACT-RACES.CO.UK T H R E E 8 LUCKIN BREW (IRE) (40) 251 D 9-0 (1) Br B f Lope de Vega (IRE) Witches Brew (IRE) Ryan Moore J O Mr M.Chan & Mr M.Tabor Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T B Fermoir Ltd Ashford Stud S TIMEFORM VIEW Lope De Vega filly who confirmed previous promise and proved determined when off the mark in 11-runner Kempton novice (1m) in September Unlikely she’s reached her limit. TFRHHHII BHA81 9 SHANDY STAR (IRE) (14) 510301 C 9-0 (7) Br B f Cotai Glory Nouvelle Nova (IRE) Clifford Lee J O Nick Bradley Racing 3 and Partner Roger Fell, Nawton T B Peter McCutcheon Tattersalls S TIMEFORM VIEW Gained third victory of the year when landing nursery (6/1) at this course (6f, good) 14 days ago, finding extra. Significantly up in trip now and she mayjust bevulnerable to one or two in this field. TFRHHHII BHA85 DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2021: MR PROFESSOR (IRE) 2 9 3 Silvestre De Sousa 16-1 (Alice Haynes) 11 ran Record Time: 1min 42.8secs; Median Time: 1min 45.90secs Stewards Note: ARKENDALE: Following its run on 24/9/2022 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running. Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 Local Dynasty (IRE), 3-1 Sirona (GER), 13-2 Captain Winters (GB), 8-1 Think First (IRE), 11-1 Chillhi (IRE), 14-1 Arkendale (GB), Luckin Brew (IRE), 18-1 Shandy Star (IRE), 33-1 Caernarfon (GB) PLAY SMARTER LOCAL DYNASTY impressed as he made it 2 wins from 3 starts at Sandown 33 days ago, the feature his strength at the finish on that occasion, and he looks to hold sound claims once more with potential for better still firmly intact. Sirona arrives on the back of success in a German listed event and is next best, ahead of Captain Winters TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LOCAL DYNASTY (IRE) 2.SIRONA (GER) 3.CAPTAIN WINTERS RACE RESULT 1ST 2ND3RD 4TH TIME DISTANCE
The safety and welfare of all horses and riders involved in races at Pontefract is one of our principal priorities. A Paramedic Ambulance, a Doctor and a Vet follow the runners in every race. GREEN SCREENS will normally be erected round any horse or rider requiring attention in order to provide privacy. This does NOT necessarily reflect on the severity of any injury. CHILDREN Under 18’s accompanied by an adult are free everywhere The winning horse will also receive a sack of carrots kindly donated by Poskitts Vegetable Farmers and Growers A memento and Perpetual Challenge Trophy will be presented
Marketing Manager of the British EBF to the winning
Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £50 will be presented to
employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race
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STAYER’S CHAMPIONSHIP Once again, Pontefract will have a Stayers Championship for all races run over a distance of more than 2 miles in 2023. Points will be awarded as follows: Winner 9 Points Second 6 Points Third 4 Points Fourth 3 Points The owner, trainer and stable of the winner of the Championship will each win £1,500. For the 2nd year in a row Flint Hill is the winner of the Stayer's Championship for 2022 here at Pontefract! Date 11.04.23 24.04.23 12.06.23 25.06.23 09.08.23 21.09.23 09.10.23 23.10.23 Race The Jamaican Flight Handicap The Into the Sky Pontefract Marathon Handicap The Tony Bethell Memorial Handicap The Pontefract Cup The Moor Top Farm Shop Hemsworth Handicap The Search For The Yorkshire Wonder Horse Handicap Stakes The Racing TV HD Bluff Cove Handicap The Phil Bull Trophy Conditions Stakes Congratulations to all connections. Will Flint Hill be able to defend his again title next year?
GOLDEN FLAME (IRE)
B c Golden Horn Flame of
Sheikh Hamdan Bin
(IRE)
st-lb
9-6
Jason Hart J
Charlie & Mark Johnston, Middleham T
Godolphin Johnston Racing Ltd S
LAND OF WINTER (FR) (9)
Br B g Camelot Gaselee (USA)
9-6 (7)
David Allan J
Paul Smith & Rae Guest Rae Guest, Newmarket T
Claydons Bloodstock
LYNWOOD GOLD (IRE)
Gr or Ro g Mastercraftsman (IRE)
Miss
Eastern County Care Ltd.
Whelan
Brian Barr, Sherborne
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor 1738 1773 1807 1842 1876 FORM ANALYSIS A CLOSER LOOK 26 | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Fourth Race 2.35 2m 2f 2yTHE PHIL BULL TROPHY CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) for three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £20000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £8032, 2nd £4016, 3rd £2008, 4th £1004, 5th £502, 6th £250, 7th £126, 8th £62. (Penalty Value £10192) colours no horse age
Draw 1
(22) 060360 4
(5) Br
Gibraltar
O
Mohammed Al Maktoum
B
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on his day and returned to form when third over 2m at Ascot in August. Hasn’t been in anything like the same form either outing subsequently but could bounce back if allowed his own way on the front end.TFRHHHII BHA90 2
1-05640 6
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S TIMEFORM VIEW Ended 2021 with an emphatic win in 2m Nottingham handicap but has found life tougher this campaign, beaten 3f out when sixteenth in the Cesarewitch 9 days ago. Others appeal more for win purposes. TFRHHHII BHA86 3
(84) 5650-60 7 9-6 (4) Br
Witch of Fife (USA) Trevor
J O
Daisy Hitchins
T B Epona Bloodstock Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t won since 2020 and having produced a modest display on the Flat at Galway in July, he was unable to figure back over hurdles at Killarney (22.3f) in August. Starts out for new yard now. TFRHHIII BHA88 4 MORANDO (FR) (23) 43-6645 9 9-6 (8) Br Gr g Kendargent (FR) Moranda (FR) Ryan Moore J O King Power Racing Co Ltd Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T B Guy Pariente Holding SPRL King Power International Co Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Not scored since 2019 but did run up to previous best this campaign when fifth in handicap at Chester (18.6f, good to soft, 33/1) 23 days ago, headwayunderpressure over1f out but nevernearer No surprise to see him thereabouts. TFRHHHHI BHA95 5 VINO VICTRIX (GB) (9) 342212 4 9-6 (1) Br B g Sir Percy Valeria Victrix (IRE) William Buick J O Mr Simon Bryan Shaw Ronaldson Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T B Selwood Bloodstock Ltd Bridgend Hotel S TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways at Goodwood (2m) in August and ran a cracker when runner-up to Irish raider Run For Oscar in the Cesarewitch 9 days ago. Rates a big player with a repeat. TFRHHHHH BHA95 6 WISE EAGLE (IRE) (36) 466114 D 5 9-6 (3) Br Ch g Free Eagle (IRE) Best Be Careful (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J O The Seahouses Syndicate Adam Nicol, Seahouses T B John Costello & Irish National Stud TIMEFORM VIEW 5-y-o who impressed when landing handicaps at Musselburgh/Redcar (at upto 18f) in August. Gave his running again when fourth in Mallard Handicap (14.5f) 5 weeks ago and he’s a live player again. TFRHHHII BHA94 7 INDEFATIGABLE (IRE) (378) 0/1- C 9 9-1 (2) Br B m Schiaparelli (GER) Spin The Wheel (IRE) P. J. McDonald J O Mr Philip Rocher Paul Webber, Banbury T B John O’Connor Paul Webber Racing, Fairfax Saddles S TIMEFORM VIEW Smart hurdler who landed a 12f maiden here prior to landing Grade 2 at Wetherby 12 months ago. Ended the campaign with a good second in Gr 2 hurdle and this test should hold no fears on return to action. TFRHHHII BHA For conditions of this race, see page 47 LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17 22): C & M Johnston (33 wins from 197 runners, 17%) runs GOLDEN FLAME TRAINER IN FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C & M Johnston (9 wins from 75 runners, 12%) runs GOLDEN FLAME LONGEST TRAVELLER: LYNWOOD GOLD trained by B Barr, Sherborne, 229 miles.
DECLARED RUNNERS
STAG HORN
9 12 Hollie Doyle 4-7 (Archie Watson) 5 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 3, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 4, 6. Record Time: 3mins 51.1secs; Median Time: 3mins 56.20secs Stewards Note: WISE EAGLE: Following its run on 11/9/2022 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe. Probable S.P.’s: 5-2 Vino Victrix (GB), 10-3 Morando (FR), 11-2 Wise Eagle (IRE), 7-1 Golden Flame (IRE), 15-2 Indefatigable (IRE), 12-1 Land of Winter (FR), 20-1 Lynwood Gold (IRE), 66-1 Visite Officielle (FR)
VINO VICTRIX arrives here firmly at the top of his game, successful at Goodwood prior to a fine second in the Cesarewitch 9 days ago, beaten only by one well ahead of his mark. He gets the nod in the hope this doesn’t come too quickly, with Morando and
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
1911 1945 1980 2015 27 PONTEFRACT-RACES.CO.UK F O U R 8 VISITE OFFICIELLE (FR) (14) 5530-04 4 9-1 (6) Br Gr f Martinborough (JPN) Visite Royale (FR) Graham Lee J O Resdev, Mr J Kaye & Mr D Lees Micky Hammond, Middleham T B Mr Jean-Philippe Dubois TIMEFORM VIEW 18/1, fourth of 9 in a C&D handicap 2 weeks ago, her effort flattening out late on. Type to do make her mark in handicaps for this yard but she’s loads to find in this line up. Hard to fancy TFRHIIII BHA60
8 2021:
4
PLAY SMARTER
Wise Eagle heading up the dangers, whilst smart hurdler Indefatigable may well have more to offer in this sphere. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.VINO VICTRIX 2.MORANDO (FR) 3.WISE EAGLE (IRE) RACE RESULT 1ST 2ND3RD 4TH TIME DISTANCE THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS The Racecourse Executive would like to thank our sponsors today T H E FA M I LY & F R I E N D S O F T I M P O L L I T T T H E FA M I LY O F R I C H A R D J A C K S O N
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years old
Round The Island, or Jenson as he is known to his friends, is a familiar face at Pontefract Racecourse, having won here an impressive 6 times out of 10 career wins. More than half of Jenson’s wins were over 6 furlongs here at Ponte, so it’s fair to say he loves an uphill finish!
He has run 81 times to date including 24 at Ponte. You’re likely to see him paired with Phil Dennis in his races and, if they’re in the centre of the pack when they turn into the home straight, watch out for his power packed finish as he approaches the winning post.
When at home he loves nothing more than to be out on the gallops with Amanda, who has ridden him since he was a yearling. Although be careful as he can be cheeky and try to take control so he can go that bit faster Jenson clearly has a need for speed!
Don’t visit him empty handed though, make sure to take him a polo, they’re his favourite!
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no horse age st-lb Draw
1 MET OFFICE (IRE) (13) 01310/-0 D
Br B g Dansili Paratonnerre
5 10-2 (10)
Neil Callan J
O Mr Gerry Dolan John Butler, Newmarket T
Ecurie des Charmes & Skymarc Farm
TIMEFORM VIEW
2 MYRISTICA (IRE) (9) 125060 D
Br Br f Harzand (IRE) Black Mascara (IRE)
HHIII BHA87
4 10-1 (6)
Sean Kirrane (3) J
O King Power Racing Co Ltd Tim Easterby, Malton T
B C. Weld, R. Kavanagh & D. Hannigan
TIMEFORM VIEW
back-to-back
3 JEAN BAPTISTE (IRE) (9) 364063 D
Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) Pioneer Bride (USA)
O Woodhurst Construction Ltd
King Power International Co Ltd S
tenth of
TFRHHIII BHA86
5 10-0 (7)
Sam James J
Roger Fell, Nawton T
B Tinnakill Bloodstock & Irish National St Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner at upto 10f during the summer and dispelled couple of lesser e
orts when third in 16-runner York handicap (10.2f) 9 days ago.
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Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor 1738 1773 1807 1842 1876 FORM ANALYSIS A CLOSER LOOK 30 | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Fifth Race 3.10 1m 2f 5yTHE RACING TV CLUB DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) for
yrs old and upwards x Total race value £11000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4438, 2nd £2218, 3rd £1110, 4th £554, 5th £240, 6th £240. (Penalty Value £5616) colours
B
Seventh of 9 in handicap at Leicester (10f, good to firm, 80/1) on UK debut 13 days ago, effort under 3f out, no extra final 1f That was his first start for 23 months and this should reveal more. TFR
Landed
handicaps in June but exploits have been a little hit and miss subsequently,
16 in handicap at York (10.2f, good to soft) 9 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Mark is easing at least.
ff
However, this mark is about right.
HHHII BHA85 4 POKER FACE (IRE) (17) 11 C 3 9-12 (2) Br B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) Stars At Night (IRE) James Doyle J O Mr Edward J. Ware Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T B Rockhart Trading Ltd Tattersalls S TIMEFORM VIEW Made winning debut over 1m here in September and had little trouble following up when beating a fellow last-time-outwinneratNewcastle(1m)2weekslater.Bigplayernowhandicappingupintripwithmoretocome. TFRHHHHHBHA87 5 THUNDERCLAP (IRE) (137) 1031-00 CD 4 9-12 (8) Br B g Night of Thunder (IRE) Former Drama (USA) William Buick J O Sir T. Pilkington & Mr R. A. Pilkington Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T B Ms Agathe Lebailly Bridgend Hotel S TIMEFORM VIEW Won this race from 7lb lower mark 12 months ago. Caught the eye on return at Kempton in May and can’t have been himself at Redcar in June. Absent since but booking of Buick catches the eye here. TFRHHHII BHA83 6 COCKALORUM (IRE) (21) 000402 CD 7 9-10 (4) Br B g Cape Cross (IRE) Opinionated (IRE) Clifford Lee J O K Hardy & R Fell Roger Fell, Nawton T B Jim Bradley Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Sixteen runs since last win in 2021. Refitted with headgear, ran respectably when second of 10 in handicap at Hamilton (9.2f, good) 21 days ago. Claims ofhitting the frame again from his reduced mark. TFRHHHII BHA81 7 GHASHAM (IRE) (91) 55-1463 D 3 9-10 (9) Br B c Churchill (IRE) Shamarbelle (IRE) Rossa Ryan J O Mr K. McKenna Ian Williams, Alvechurch T B A. O’Brien,M. Al Monsour& K. Al’ Attiyah Tote S TIMEFORM VIEWOpened account in a Cork maiden (10f) in April. Not disgraced in trio of handicaps thereafter and the market should prove useful back from 3 months off/on debut for new yard TFRHHHII BHA85 For conditions of this race, see page 47 LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17 22): T Easterby (32 wins from 310 runners, 10%) runs MYRISTICA & REGAL MIRAGE TRAINER IN FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (4 wins from 74 runners, 5%) runs MYRISTICA & REGAL MIRAGE FANCY THAT: T Easterby won this race in 2015 and 2017. The stable runs MYRISTICA & REGAL MIRAGE today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: THUNDERCLAP trained by H Morrison, East Ilsley, 172 miles
Allan
Tim Easterby, Malton
13 Jason Hart 11-4 (Hughie
Reach (IRE), 8-1 Jean Baptiste (IRE), 9-1 Regal Mirage (IRE), 10-1 Cockalorum (IRE), 11-1 Thunderclap (IRE), 12-1 Billy Roberts (IRE), 14-1 Ghasham (IRE), 22-1 Myris
S.P.’s: 11-4 Poker Face (IRE),
(IRE), 25-1 Met
PLAY SMARTER
POKER FACE has impressed in landing each of his 2 starts in maiden/novice company over 1m in recent weeks, and with the prospect of plenty more to come now handicapping up in trip, he can make a bold bid to complete the hat-trick. Reach looks a very shrewd purchase judged on her facile maiden victory over further here 2 weeks ago and rates the lead threat, with Regal Mirage and Jean Baptiste making each-way appeal.
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to place
1911 1945 1980 2015 31 PONTEFRACT-RACES.CO.UK F I V E 8 REACH (IRE) (14) 321 C 4 9-4 (5) Br B f Sea The Stars (IRE) Ameliorate (IRE) Connor Beasley J O Amity Finance Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T B Linacre Stud Partnership Amity Finance Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEWImpressive as she made her third start a winning one in a 12f maiden 2 weeks ago, showing good speed to settle matters in a matterofstrides. Drop back in tripwill hold no fears and type to go on improving. TFRHHHHI BHA75 9 REGAL MIRAGE (IRE) (32) 234-044 CD 8 9-3 (1) Br Ch g Aqlaam Alzaroof (USA) David
J O Ryedale Partners No 7
T B Norelands, Lofts Hall & A. Gold Easthorpe Hall Stud S TIMEFORM VIEW Very lightly raced this term and he again shaped well when creditable fourth of 15 in handicap at this course (1m) 32 days ago. Step back up in trip a plus and no surprise to see him thereabouts. TFRHHHII BHA74 10 BILLY ROBERTS (IRE) (73) 502221 C D 9 9-1 (3) Br B g Multiplex Mi Amor (IRE) Phil Dennis J O Country Lane Partnership Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft T B Burgage Stud Yorkshire Bale S TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t need to improve to win 8-runner handicap at Haydock (10.2f, good, 10/3) 73 days ago, helped by being held up in strongly-run race More on his plate in this deeper affair, however. TFRHHHII BHA72 DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2021: THUNDERCLAP (IRE) 3 8
Morrison) 11 ran Blinkers worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 3. Record Time: 2mins 8.2secs; Median Time: 2mins 13.70sec Stewards Note: THUNDERCLAP: Following its run on 2/6/2022 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly Probable
9-2
tica
Office (IRE)
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.POKER FACE (IRE) 2.REACH (IRE) 3.REGAL MIRAGE (IRE) RACE RESULT 1ST 2ND3RD 4TH TIME DISTANCE
must be 18 or over
a bet You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted The winning horse will also receive a sack of carrots kindly donated by Poskitts Vegetable Farmers and Growers. A Racing TV member attending the club day will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £30 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
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d” We are all so proud to call you DAD. We love your outlook on life, your fantastic sense of humour and your caring attitude. Have a lovely day pop’s - all our love from all of the family. Far too many of us to list! XxxxxxxxX THE RICHARD JACKSON 87TH BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES
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Peter Chapple-Hyam,
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor 1738 1773 1807 1842 1876 FORM ANALYSIS A CLOSER LOOK 34 | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Sixth Race 3.45 6fTHE RICHARD JACKSON 87TH BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV I) for three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £7000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2731, 2nd £1365, 3rd £683, 4th £341, 5th £240, 6th £240. (Penalty Value £3456) colours no horse age st-lb Draw 1 MAKINITUP (IRE) (7) 0-02063 4 9-12 (6) Br B f Marcel (IRE) Waterways (IRE)
Hutchinson (5) J O Miss Sally Wall and Partners
Newmarket T B D. Farrington, P. Gately, T. Killarney Fairlawns Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW 28/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, good third of 14 in handicap at Windsor (6f, good to firm) 7 days ago, nearest finish. Considered. TFRHHHII BHA75 2 RUN THIS WAY (GB) (14) 020004 CD BF 4 9-11 (16) Br B f Cannock Chase (USA) Prime Run Graham Lee J O Mr A. Bell & Mr P. T. Midgley Paul Midgley, Westow T B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 3/1, creditable 1 1/4 lengths fourth of 11 to Teruntum Star in handicap at this C&D (good) 14 days ago. Can make presence felt. TFRHHHHI BHA74 3 ENDOWED (GB) (19) 001556 D 5 9-9 (14) Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) Muqantara (USA) Clifford Lee J O KHDRP Tony Carroll, Cropthorne T B Aislabie Bloodstock Ltd Mill House Racing Limited S TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Epsom in August. 14/1, respectable sixth of 16 in handicap at Nottingham (6.1f, good) 19 days ago, running on. Blinkers on 1st time. Not taken lightly TFRHHHII BHA72 4 COTTAM LANE (GB) (14) 625053 CD 4 9-8 (3) Br B g Twilight Son Alsium (IRE) Faye McManoman (3) J O The Racing Emporium Nigel Tinkler, Malton T B Callipygian Bloodstock Racing Emporium Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Creditable neck third of 11 to Teruntum Star in handicap at this C&D (good, 10/1) 14 days ago. Can give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA71 5 RICH RHYTHM (GB) (40) 3014 BF 3 9-7 (4) Br B g Profitable (IRE) Gift of Music (IRE) Rossa Ryan J O Clarendon Partnership Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T B Littleton Stud R M Beckett Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Windsor in August. Good fourth of 7 on his handicap debut at Kempton (6f) 40 days ago, especially as he was caught further back than ideal. Player off the same mark. TFRHHHHH BHA71 6 THE DUNKIRK LADS (GB) (14) 335604 D 3 9-7 (9) Br B g Pivotal Spatial Duran Fentiman J O Mr David Scott & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T B Cheveley Park Stud Limited David Scott & Co (Pattern Makers) Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable fourth of 11 in handicap (6/1) at this C&D (good) 14 days ago. Shortlisted. TFRHHHII BHA71 7 COCO BEAR (IRE) (26) 5-50026 D 4 9-6 (13) Br Br g Kodi Bear (IRE) House of Roses Neil Callan J O Trish & Colin Fletcher-Hall Patrick Chamings, Basingstoke T B McCracken Farms Tote S TIMEFORM VIEW 8/1, below form sixth of 14 in handicap at Goodwood (6f, good) 26 days ago, slowly away Needs to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA69 For conditions of this race, see page 47 LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17 22): R Fahey (37 wins from 271 runners, 14%) runs LA FEILE TRAINER IN FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Fahey (8 wins from 54 runners, 15%) runs LA FEILE FANCY THAT: R Fahey won this race in 2020 and 2021. The stable runs LA FEILE today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: RICH RHYTHM trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 214 miles.
8 BARNEY’S BAY (GB) (14) 330002 D
9-6 (10)
Br B g Cable Bay (IRE) Fisadara David Allan J
O Mr John R. Saville
B Highclere Stud & Mr Ilyas Emir Karadag
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in
this C&D (good, 14/1)
9 DANDY SPIRIT (IRE) (14) 351000 CD
Tim Easterby, Malton
Easthorpe Hall Stud S
creditable second of 11 in handicap
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9-5 (11)
Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) Spirit of Grace Jonny Peate (5) J
O Gove & Shaw Racing 03 & Partner
Roger Fell, Nawton T
B Ms Mary Kennedy Naturalis People S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win here in August 3 3/4 lengths ninth of 11 to Teruntum Star in handicap at this C&D (good, 18/1) 14 days ago.
is
10 TERUNTUM STAR (FR) (14) 0-05611 CD
TFRHHIII
9-2 (12)
Br Ch g Dutch Art Seralia Dale Swift J
O Mrs Emma Jepson
Petra Bloodstock Agency
TIMEFORM VIEW 2 wins from
days
11 LA FEILE (GB) (19) 541464
Br B f Aclaim (IRE) Zeyran (IRE)
O Richard Fahey Ebor Racing Club Ltd
B Mrs J. E. Laws
TIMEFORM
Scott Dixon, Rolleston
this C&D (good, 8/1)
TFR
3 9-1 (5)
Connor Murtagh J
Richard Fahey, Malton
1911 1945 1980 2015 35 PONTEFRACT-RACES.CO.UK S I X
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2021. Blinkered for 1st time,
at
14 days ago. Others remain more persuasive.
HHIII BHA69
5
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needed.
BHA68
10
T B
5 runs this year, bagging 11-runner handicap at
14
ago. Ought to be in the shake-up.
HHHII BHA65
T
VIEW Latest win at Redcar in July 15/2, last of 4 in handicap at Newcastle (8f) 19 days ago. Back down in trip. Needs to get back on track. TFRHHHII BHA65 12 SWEET GLANCE (GB) (14) 105025 D 3 9-1 (8) Br B f Ardad (IRE) Brown Eyed Honey Tom Eaves J O Hambleton Racing Ltd XLVII Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T B The Brown Eyed Honey Partnership Hambleton Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW 10/3 and blinkered for 1st time, creditable 1 3/4 lengths fifth of 11 to Teruntum Star in handicap at this C&D (good) 14 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Needs considering. TFRHHHII BHA65 13 RHYTHM (IRE) (6) 450331 D 4 8-13 (1) Br B f Acclamation Strasbourg Place Ryan Sexton (5) J O Mr D. Padgett Ruth Carr, Stillington T B Glencoole Stud XRE Construction Training Ltd, Argrain Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Won 11-runner handicap at Newcastle (6f, 12/1) 6 days ago, driven out. Holds good claims off an unchanged mark. TFRHHHHI BHA62 14 JACKMEISTER RUDI (GB) (19) 366451 D 3 8-11 (15) Br B g Churchill (IRE) Beyond Desire Sam James J O Making Headway Racing Katie Scott, Galashiels T B Branton Court Stud Overlander Vehicles S TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on for 1st time, won 12-runner handicap (10/1) at Catterick (6f, good to soft) 19 days ago, having run of race. Respected. TFRHHHII BHA61 15 JOEYREMY (IRE) (26) 524-660 3 8-10 (7) Br B g Gutaifan (IRE) School Holidays (USA) Connor Beasley J O Top House 4 Michael Dods, Darlington T B Mountarmstrong Stud Denton Hall Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 12 in handicap at Redcar (7f, good to firm, 18/1) 26 days ago. Visor on 1st time. Something to find on form. TFRHHIII BHA60 16 ROUND THE ISLAND (GB) (14) 614140 CD 9 8-8 (2) Br B g Royal Applause Luanshya Mark Winn (5) J O Nice Day Out Partnership Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft T B R. Dollar, T. Adams & G. F. Pemberton Yorkshire Bale S TIMEFORM VIEW 7 time C&D winner. Latest win here in September. Tenth of 11 in handicap at this C&D (good, 5/1) 14 days ago but can’t be ruled out in his bid to repeat his 2020 success in this event TFRHHHII BHA57 DECLARED RUNNERS 16 2021: PATSY FAGAN (IRE) 3 9 4 Paul Hanagan 12-1 (Richard Fahey) 12 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 3. Visor worn first time by No 15. Blinkers worn by No. 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 10, 12, 13, 14, 16. Record Time: 1min 12.6secs; Median Time: 1min 16.90sec Stewards Note: ROUND THE ISLAND: Following its run on 3/10/2022 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P.’s: 15-2 Rhythm (IRE), 9-1 Teruntum Star (FR), 11-1 Cottam Lane (GB), Rich Rhythm (GB), Barney’s Bay (GB), 12-1 Run This Way (GB), Sweet Glance (GB), 14-1 Makinitup (IRE), The Dunkirk Lads (GB), Jackmeister Rudi (GB), 18-1 Round The Island (GB), 20-1 Coco Bear (IRE), 22-1 Endowed (GB), 28-1 La Feile (GB), 40-1 Dandy Spirit (IRE), 66-1 Joeyremy (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
RICH RHYTHM made a promising start to life in handicaps when fourth at Kempton despite not enjoying the rub of the green and Ralph Beckett’s lightly-raced 3-y-o can go in off an unchanged mark here. Rhythm rates an obvious threat able to race off the same mark as when scoring recently at Newcastle while C&D scorers Run This Way and Round The Island (also landed this event in 2020) need shortlisting too.
winning owner
winning horse
36 1738 1773 1807 1842 1876
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.RICH RHYTHM 2.RHYTHM (IRE) 3.RUN THIS WAY RACE RESULT 1ST 2ND3RD 4TH TIME DISTANCE GENERAL HELP If you require assistance please ask one of the Attendants, either at the Entrance where you came in or at one of the Pass Gates. If you are in the Premier or Grandstand & Paddock Enclosures you can also enquire at the Raceday Office which is next to the Winners Enclosure. The
will also receive a sack of carrots kindly donated by Poskitts Vegetable Farmers and Growers. The Friends & Family of Richard Jackson will present a memento to the
in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race A cash prize of £30 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. ABBREVIATIONS BF Beaten Favourite.C Course Winner.U Unseated Rider. D Distance Winner.d Disqualified. S Slipped.
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SHARK TWO ONE (GB)
B g Adaay (IRE)
New Vision
GUMDROP (GB) (14)
st-lb
9-12 (12)
Lewis Edmunds J
Jessica Macey, Doncaster T
Felston Consulting Limited
TFRHHHII BHA
9-10 (2)
Br B g Toronado (IRE) Bimbo David Nolan J
O Lady Halifax & Lord Halifax
Richard Fahey, Malton T
B Lady Halifax Garrowby Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Chester nursery winner
3 NEARLY A GONNA (GB) (21) 660501 D
HHHII BHA
9-10
Sean Kirrane (3)
Tim Easterby, Malton
Easthorpe Hall Stud
TFR
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor 1738 1773 1807 1842 1876 FORM ANALYSIS A CLOSER LOOK 38 | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS | Seventh Race 4.20 6fTHE RICHARD JACKSON 87TH BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV II) for three yrs old and upwards x Total race value £7000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2731, 2nd £1365, 3rd £683, 4th £341, 5th £240, 6th £240. (PenaltyValue £3456) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. colours no horse age
Draw 1
(10) 260530 D 4
Br
Touching (IRE)
O
Bloodstock and Miss J R Macey
B Killashee House Limited
S TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2020. Below form eighth of 19 in handicap at York (7f, good to soft, 14/1) 10 days ago, weakening from 2f out. Cheekpieces back on.
74 2
502060 D BF 4
(6f) last summer who ran best race of this campaign when runner-up over 7f at Thirsk in July. Below that level all 3 starts since but he’s now operating from a career-low mark. TFR
72
5
(3) Br Ro g Helmet (AUS) Clodova (IRE)
J O Mr E. A. Brook
T B Mr E. A. Brook
S TIMEFORM VIEW 3 wins from 9 runs this year Improved on recent efforts to win 13-runner handicap (16/1) at Hamilton (6f, good) 21 days ago. Only 4lb higher now and claims with a repeat.
HHHII BHA72 4 CLOSE QUARTERS (IRE) (143) 322 BF 3 9-9 (5) Br B f Fast Company (IRE) Titian Saga (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J O Clipper Logistics John Quinn, Malton T B Newlands House Stud JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability when making frame all 3 starts in the spring, running on late over 5f here when last seen in May. Understandably comes here fresher than most and likely improver now handicapping. TFRHHHHI BHA72 5 JOHN KIRKUP (GB) (7) 353406 C D 7 9-8 (8) Br Ch g Assertive Bikini Clifford Lee J O Mrs Suzanne Kirkup & Mr Kevin Kirkup David Thompson, Darlington T B W. M. Lidsey The Osteopath Kevin Kirkup S TIMEFORM VIEW 14/1, not seen to anything like best effect when sixth of 12 in handicap at Musselburgh (5f, soft) 7 days ago, denied a run inside final 1fand not recover. 5lb belowlastwinning mark ifhe can build on that now. TFRHHHII BHA70 6 GUEST LIST (IRE) (20) 0-25660 3 9-7 (9) Br Gr f Ardad (IRE) Heavenly Angel Sam James J O Mr S. Wallace Katie Scott, Galashiels T B Mr Donnchadh Higgins Overlander Vehicles S TIMEFORM VIEW 25/1, ninth of 12 in handicap at Ayr (6f, soft) 20 days ago, not quicken over 1f out. Application of first-time cheekpieces needs to have positive effect now. TFRHHIII BHA70 7 BURJ MALINKA (IRE) (21) 361306 BF 4 9-7 (1) Br Ch g Pride of Dubai (AUS) Malinka (IRE) Connor Murtagh J O Dubelem (Racing) Limited Adrian Nicholls, Sessay T B Moyglare Stud Farm TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Hamilton (5f) in August. Bit below form sixth of 12 in handicap back at that venue (5f, good, 4/1) 21 days ago, weakening final 1f Mark has eased a little more but he does need to step up again. TFRHHHII BHA69 For conditions of this race, see page 47 LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17 22): R Fahey (37 wins from 271 runners, 14%) runs GUMDROP TRAINER IN FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Fahey (8 wins from 54 runners, 15%) runs GUMDROP LONGEST TRAVELLER: GUEST LIST trained by Miss K Scott, Galashiels, 168 miles.
MAYSON
Michael H.
M.
Br B f Adaay (IRE) Flighty Clarets (IRE)
O Mr Ahmed Jaber
B Whitsbury Manor Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW
11 SIR BENEDICT (IRE) (21) 432243 D
Br Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) Kingdomforthebride (IRE)
Shane Kelly
Pam Sly, Peterborough
Pam Sly Racing
(11)
Tom Eaves J
Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
9-2 (13)
Shane Gray J
Village Racing Stella Barclay, Garstang T
Andrews Syndicate Lancashire Racing Stables Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW 11/2,
TFRHHHII
12 AFTER JOHN (GB) (2) 320000 CD 6 9-2 (15)
Br B g Dutch Art Rosacara
O Lady Jouse Partnership
B Southcourt Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner.
13 REDROSEZORRO (GB) (14) 204000 D
Andrew Mullen J
Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
at Catterick
TFRHHIII BHA64
8 8-12 (6)
Br B g Foxwedge (AUS) Garter Star David Allan J
O Red Rose Partnership
Whitsbury Manor Stud & Jointsense Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Nineteen runs since
14
Eric Alston, Preston T
Edges Farm Racing Stables Ltd S
HHHII
1911 1945 1980 2015 39 PONTEFRACT-RACES.CO.UK S E V E N 8 MYTHICAL MOLLY (IRE) (24) 46-4030 3 9-6 (14) Br B f Profitable (IRE) The Tempest Ben Robinson J O Linsey & Ian Pallas Brian Ellison, Malton T B Sebastian Curran Hughes Bros Construction Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW 18/1, thirteenth of 14 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) 24 days ago, folding final 1f. Had previously ran best race of the campaign when third at Redcar (6f) and return to forcing tactics may help here. TFRHHHII BHA69 9 SPECIAL
(GB) (13) 1-40001 D 4 9-4 (4) Br B g Mayson Specialty (IRE)
J O
Sly & Mrs Pam Sly
T B
H. Sly & Mrs P. M. Sly
S TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last term with back-to-back 7fvictories and best effort of present campaign from sliding mark to open account for the season at Leicester (6f) 13 days ago, making all. Can figure again from 4lb higher mark. TFRHHHII BHA66 10 KENTUCKY ROSE (GB) (14) 035420 D 3 9-2
Eased in weights and ran creditably under a positive ride when runner-up at Hamilton (6f) on penultimate start in September However, unable to scale same heights when eighth of 11 in a C&D handicap 2 weeks ago. TFRHHHII BHA65
4
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SPEAR FIR (GB) (25) 042242 3 8-12 (10) Br B f Spill The Beans (AUS) Tumblewind Phil Dennis J O Mr J Clayton and Mr R M Whitaker Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft T B Hellwood Stud Farm Yorkshire Bale S TIMEFORM VIEW Good second of 11 in handicap (16/1) at this course (5f, good) 25 days ago, finishing well. Remains less exposed than most she meets here and return to 6f promises to suit. TFRHHHII BHA61 15 MAGICAL EFFECT (IRE) (14) 351252 CD 10 8-10 (7) Br Ch g New Approach (IRE) Purple Glow (IRE) Jason Hart J O Miss Vanessa Church Ruth Carr, Stillington T B W. Maxwell Ervine XRE Construction Training Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win at Catterick in September Good second of 11 in handicap (10/3) at this C&D (good)14daysago,justfailing.Only1lbhighernowandthisveteranisaplayeragaininpresentgroove TFRHHHHH BHA58 DECLARED RUNNERS 15 2021: (See Div 1) Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 6, 8. Hood worn by No 13. Visor worn by No 3, 15. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 7. Record Time: 1min 12.6secs; Median Time: 1min 16.90sec Stewards Note: JOHN KIRKUP: Following its run on 10/10/2022 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on. Probable S.P.’s: 13-2 Close Quarters (IRE), 17-2 Nearly A Gonna (GB), 9-1 Special Mayson (GB), Magical Effect (IRE), 11-1 Sir Benedict (IRE), 14-1 Gumdrop (GB), Burj Malinka (IRE), Spear Fir (GB), 16-1 Shark Two One (GB), John Kirkup (GB), Kentucky Rose (GB), 18-1 Mythical Molly (IRE), 22-1 Redrosezorro (GB), 28-1 Guest List (IRE), After John (GB)
The Friends & Family of Richard Jackson will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £30 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
The winning horse will also receive a sack of carrots kindly donated by
Farmers and Growers.
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40 1738 1773 1807 1842 1876 PLAY SMARTER A winner at Catterick in September, MAGICAL EFFECT has gone agonisingly close to adding to his tally on each of his last 2 starts over C&D and, with the prospect of a decent pace to aim at, Ruth Carr’s veteran could well be worth siding with to come out on top again under Jason Hart. This is wide open however, with low-mileage 3-y-o Close Quarters and Nearly A Gonna feared. Redrosezorro also makes each-way appeal at likely longer odds. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MAGICAL EFFECT (IRE) 2.CLOSE QUARTERS (IRE) 3.NEARLY A GONNA RACE RESULT 1ST 2ND3RD 4TH TIME DISTANCE
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TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Ripon in August. Sixth of 7 in handicap at Ripon
ago so others more persuasive.
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Fentiman J O Mr B Valentine & Partner Tim
Malton T B Con Harrington M.A.V. Wallcoverings Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW 14/1, below form fifth of 12 in handicap at Nottingham (5f, soft) 5 days ago. Needs to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA82 3 RAMBUSO CREEK (IRE) (57) 514200 D 3 9-6 (4) Br B g Tagula (IRE) Fine Prospect (IRE) Tom Eaves J O Hambleton Racing Ltd XXV Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T B Marie & Mossy Fahy Hambleton Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Thirsk in June. 10/1, ninth of 11 in handicap at Sandown (5f, good to firm) 57 days ago. Others have achieved more. TFRHHIII BHA81 4 SPOOF (GB) (108) 3-55030 D 7 9-5 (7) Br B g Poet’s Voice Filona (IRE) Rossa Ryan J O Mr Kevin Frost Kevin Frost, Newark T B Scuderia Blueberry SRL Kevin Frost Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2021. 12/1, last of 10 in handicap at Haydock (6f, good), hampered. Off 108 days First run for yard after leaving Charles Hills. Hood back on. Something to find on form. TFRHHIII BHA80 5 ANOTHER INVESTMENT (IRE) (23) 526260 3 9-5 (11) Br B g Awtaad (IRE) Mitzi Winks (USA) Jack Mitchell J O J Glover R O’Donnell J Short N Skinner Nigel Tinkler, Malton T B Coseda Ltd Alexanders York S TIMEFORM VIEW 14/1, poorly drawn and shaped as if still in good form when seventh of 16 in handicap at Haydock (6f, good) 23 days ago. Can go well eased 1lb. TFRHHHHI BHA80 6 GINGER JAM (GB) (25) 301001 CD 7 9-5 (6) Br Ch g Major Cadeaux Day By Day Faye McManoman (3) J O The Flying Raconteurs Nigel Tinkler, Malton T B Bearstone Stud Ltd Alexanders York S TIMEFORM VIEW 10/1, won 9-runner handicap at this C&D (good) 25 days ago, just holding on. Up 3lb but not taken lightly. TFRHHHII BHA80 7 RAYONG (GB) (25) 033005 CD BF 5 9-3 (2) Br B g Mayson Lydiate (IRE) Clifford Lee J O King Power Racing Co Ltd K. R. Burke, Leyburn T B Houghton Bloodstock UK Ltd King Power International Co Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Creditable 1 3/4 lengths fifth of 9 to Ginger Jam in handicap at this C&D (good, 9/4) 25 days ago. In the mix. TFRHHHII BHA78 For conditions of this race, see page 47 LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17 22): T Easterby (32 wins from 310 runners, 10%) runs AVA GO JOE TRAINER IN FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): I Jardine (7 wins from 33 runners, 21%) runs NEVER DARK LONGEST TRAVELLER: NEVER DARK trained by I Jardine, Carrutherstown, 160 miles.
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BLACK FRIDAY 6 9 2 Andrew Breslin 11-2 (R Mike Smith) 14 ran Hood worn by No. 4. Visor worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 6, 11, 12. Record Time: 1min 0.49secs; Median Time: 1min 3.30secs Stewards Note: SPOOF: Following its run on 1/7/2022 it was reported that the horse hung both ways.
DECLARED RUNNERS 12
Probable S.P.’s: 9-2 Rayong (GB), 6-1 Ginger Jam (GB), 15-2 Thornaby Pearl (GB), 10-1 Mark’s Choice (IRE), 11-1 Ava Go Joe (IRE), 12-1 Grantley Hall (GB), Never Dark (GB), 16-1 Another Investment (IRE), Phoenix Star (IRE), 18-1 Rambuso Creek (IRE), 20-1 Spoof (GB), 25-1 Gunnerside (IRE)
Plenty are in with a shout. THORNABY PEARL got right back on track in fist-time cheekpieces when runner-up at Doncaster last time and with the winner having scored again since he can capitalise on a winning mark here. Another Investment wasn’t seen to best effect when seventh at Haydock on his latest start and is next on the list eased 1lb, with in-form duo Phoenix Star and Ginger Jam completing the shortlist.
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1911 1945 1980 2015 45 PONTEFRACT-RACES.CO.UK E I G H T 8 GRANTLEY HALL (GB) (31) 412610 D 3 9-2 (8) Br B f Ardad (IRE) Combustible (IRE) Connor Beasley J O Imperial Racing P’Ship & Mr J Blackburn Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T B Ed’s Stud Ltd Sheridan Ny Llp S TIMEFORM VIEW 2 wins from 6 runs this year. Latest win at Beverley in August. 11/1, twenty second of 24 in handicap at Ayr (6f, good) 31 days ago. Has work to do now. TFRHHIII BHA77 9 GUNNERSIDE (IRE) (16) 1512-00 D 5 8-12 (12) Br Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) Suite (IRE) Sam James J O Mr Grant Tuer Grant Tuer, Northallerton T B The Suite Partnership Herbs Unlimited S TIMEFORM VIEW Unable to come on for recent run when last of 14 in handicap at Redcar (5f, good to soft, 28/1) 16 days ago. Weighted to go well if back to his best. TFRHHIII BHA73 10 NEVER DARK (GB) (7) 002430 D 5 8-12 (9) Br B g No Nay Never (USA) Dark Missile Jonny Peate (5) J O Alison Walker Sarah Cousins Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T B Littleton Stud Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2021. 6/1, below form seventh of 12 in handicap at Musselburgh (5f, soft) 7 days ago. Enters calculations if shrugging off latest effort. TFRHHHII BHA73 11 THORNABY PEARL (GB) (39) 402562 4 8-8 (1) Br B g Pearl Secret Juncea Shane
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TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.THORNABY PEARL 2.ANOTHER INVESTMENT (IRE) 3.PHOENIX STAR (IRE) RACE RESULT 1ST 2ND3RD 4TH TIME DISTANCE The winning
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PUBLIC TRANSPORT TRAINS BUSES TAXIS Leeds - Pontefract Tanshelf Wakefield - Monkhill (Direct 58, 29) (Direct 39, 46) 0113 245 7676 (nearest bus stop is at the Park) Action Cars Tiger Cars Advance Taxis Slatters 01977 600700 01977 558899 01977 550066 01977 705674 There are 3 stations in Pontefract – Monkhill, Baghill and Tanshelf. Pontefract Tanshelf is more or less opposite the entrance to the Park, whereas Monkhill and Baghill stations are more centrally located in Pontefract and are around 2 to 3 miles from the course. If you don’t fancy the walk through the Town, taxis are available at the stations. There is a fourth station at Glasshoughton which adjoins the Xscape complex. This is a couple of miles from the Racecourse. If you have some time to kill, from near Glasshoughton Station (starting in the car park to B&Q!), there is a lovely walk through the Park to the Racecourse. It will take around 45 minutes. P O N T E F R A C T Visit the raceday office for more information.
First Race 1.00 THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS IVECO AND FIAT RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3240 to the winning horse The second to receive £1521, the third £760 and the fourth £380. for novice two yrs old, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, October 11th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 15th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band D from Band C 2lb. NORTHERN COMMERCIALS have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race. They will also present a cash prize to the stable employee, judged by them, to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 19 entries at £20 Closed October 11th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2560; Second £1280; Third £640; Fourth £320. (Penalty Value £3240) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
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Second Race 1.30 THE TIM POLLITT ‘SDS IS GOAT’ MEMORIAL NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3456 to the winning horse The second to receive £1622, the third £811, the fourth £405, the fifth £300 and the sixth £300. for two yrs old only, Rated 0-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77 see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, October 11th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 15th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after October 8th, 2022, for each race won 6lb. PAUL MAGUIRE has generously sponsored this race in memory ofTIM POLLITT Paul Maguire will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, he will present a cash prize to the stable employee judged by him to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 27 entries at £20 Closed October 11th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2731; Second £1365; Third £683; Fourth £341; Fifth £240; Sixth £240. (Penalty Value £3456) SS
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Third Race 2.00 THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF SILVER TANKARD STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £22684 to the winning horse The second to receive £8600, the third £4304, the fourth £2144, the fifth £1076 and the sixth £540. for two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible. Enter by noon, October 11th and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 15th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 5lb; fillies 9st Penalties, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Pattern race 5lb. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, a Challenge Trophy will be presented to the winning owner, to be held for one year only A cash prize will also be awarded to the stable hand judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £10000 towards the prize money for this race 19 entries at £100. Closed October 11th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £17824; Second £7316; Third £3660; Fourth £1828; Fifth £916; Sixth £456. (Penalty Value £22684) A SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 2.35 THE PHIL BULL TROPHY CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10192 to the winning horse The second to receive £4778, the third £2392, the fourth £1194, the fifth £598, the sixth £296, the seventh £150 and the eighth £74. for three yrs old and upwards, which have not won a Group 1 or Group 2 Pattern race after June 1st, 2021. Enter by noon, October 11th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 15th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 11lb; fillies 8st 6lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 6lb; fillies 9st 1lb Penalties, after June 1st, 2021, a winner of a Class 2 race 3lb Of a Class 1 race 5lb Races won at 2yo not to count for penalties Handicaps excluded for the purpose of penalties with the exception of Class 1 handicaps (Penalties cumulative and maximum penalty 8lb). The PHIL BULL TROPHY, a perpetual Challenge Trophy, which was kindly given for this race by the late Phil Bull, is to be held by the winning owner until 1st October 2023. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition, a cash prize will also be awarded to the stable hand judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. This race is one of a series of eight stayers races run at Pontefract in 2022. Points will be allocated according to the result of each race in the series and the owner, trainer and stable registered on October 17th, 2022 of the horse collecting the most points will each receive a memento and an additional prize of £1500. 8 entries at £50. Closed October 11th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8032; Second £4016; Third £2008; Fourth £1004; Fifth £502; Sixth £250; Seventh £126; Eighth £62. (Penalty Value £10192) A SS
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Fifth Race 3.10 THE RACING TV CLUB DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5616 to the winning horse The second to receive £2636, the third £1318, the fourth £659, the fifth £300 and the sixth £300. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible see Standard Conditions). £30 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 15th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after October 8th, 2022, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race In addition a cash prize will also be awarded to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 32 entries, 1 at £6 and 31 at £30. Closed October 11th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4438; Second £2218; Third £1110; Fourth £554; Fifth £240; Sixth £240. (Penalty Value £5616) SS
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Sixth Race 3.45 THE RICHARD JACKSON 87TH BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3456 to the winning horse The second to receive £1622, the third £811, the fourth £405, the fifth £300 and the sixth £300. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible see Standard Conditions). £20 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 15th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 3-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after October 8th, 2022, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. This race has been generously sponsored by the family of RICHARD JACKSON on the occasion of his 87th Birthday. RICHARD JACKSON will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition he will also award a cash prize to the stable employee judged by him to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 22 entries, 1 at £4 and 21 at £20. Closed October 11th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2731; Second £1365; Third £683; Fourth £341; Fifth £240; Sixth £240. (Penalty Value £3456) SS
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Seventh Race 4.20 THE RICHARD JACKSON 87TH BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3456 to the winning horse The second to receive £1622, the third £811, the fourth £405, the fifth £300 and the sixth £300. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible see Standard Conditions). £20 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 15th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 3-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after October 8th, 2022, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. This race has been generously sponsored by the family of RICHARD JACKSON on the occasion of his 87th Birthday. RICHARD JACKSON will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition he will also award a cash prize to the stable employee judged by him to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 22 entries, 1 at £4 and 21 at £20. Closed October 11th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2731; Second £1365; Third £683; Fourth £341; Fifth £240; Sixth £240. (Penalty Value £3456) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
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Eighth Race 4.55 THE YORKSHIRE WONDER HORSE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5616 to the winning horse The second to receive £2636, the third £1318, the fourth £659, the fifth £300 and the sixth £300. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 66 85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible see Standard Conditions). £30 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. October 15th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after October 8th, 2022, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition, a cash prize will also be awarded to the stable hand judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 24 entries, 2 at £6 and 22 at £30. Closed October 11th, 2022. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4438; Second £2218; Third £1110; Fourth £554; Fifth £240; Sixth £240. (PenaltyValue £5616) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
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1738 1773 1807 1842 1876 47 RACE CONDITIONS
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