Pontefract Racecard - Tuesday 11th April

TheEasterTuesday SeasonOpener

EASTER FUN

THEEASTERRACEHORSE

Sweet treats galore!

Keep an eye out for the Easter Racehorse who will be dishing out plenty of goodies around the Racecourse.

EASTEREGGHUNT

Can you complete the Easter sentence?

Take a wander around the Picnic Enclosure but keep an eye out for 10 colourful eggs! There will be a word on each egg, once you have all 10 words put them together to complete the Easter sentence! Once you think you have the correct sentence head to the raceday office to see if you have won a prize! If you are based in the Picnic Enclosure, show your sentence to one of the attendees at the gate to the Grandstand & Paddock Enclosure to see if you have won a prize!

EASTERBONNET COMPETITION

Hats at the ready!

If you have entered into our Easter Bonnet Competition then please make your way over to the Winners Enclosure for 1pm to show off your marvellous creations for our judge and also raceday presenter Andrew Thornton!

TUESDAY 11TH APRIL

UNDER THE RULES OF RACING

PATRON THE COUNTESS OF HALIFAX

STEWARDS

CHIEF STEWARD ROBERT McCARTHY

STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR ROSIE PEARSON

TRAINEE STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR MIKE GOODFELLOW

STEWARD MICHAEL EYRE

ASSISTANT STEWARD ALI GALLIERS-PRATT

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JUDGE DI CLARK

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WHEELCHAIR VIEWING AREA 1STAID

After exciting action out on the track you can dance the nightawaywithKIMWILDEafterracing!

We can’t wait to crown the best dressed Disco Diva/Dude sogetyourglowsticksattheready!

Have you found yourself yet on the 2023 WALL

OF FAME?

Head over to the Grandstand & Paddock Enclosure to see this years Wall of Fame!

If you can spot your face from one of our 2022 race meetings, simply note down the grid reference and visit the Raceday Office on a Raceday, where you will find details on how to claim your prize!

First Race 2.00

THE PHILIP GRUNDY RISING 70 APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS

5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £2890, 2nd £1446, 3rd £722, 4th £361, 5th £181.

(Penalty Value £3663.80)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): M Hammond (11 wins from 117 runners, 9%) runs MYBOYMAX TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): S P C Woods (4 wins from 16 runners, 25%) runs APPIER

LONGEST TRAVELLER: AL AZHAR trained by M Tregoning, Whitsbury, 224 miles

5y

colours no horse

1 APPIER (IRE) (176) 335154- D 4 10-1 (9)

Br B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Dame Lucy (IRE) Connor Planas (5) J

O IGNITED S. P. C. Woods, Newmarket T

B Tony Doyle Brook Stud Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won his first 4 handicaps at the start of last summer and went in again at Newcastle in September Ended the year with a couple of respectable efforts on AW Can be very competitive off this mark but soft ground would be an unknown.

2 MYBOYMAX (FR) (11) 461-000 D

Br B g Myboycharlie (IRE) - Plebeya (IRE)

O Mr Anthony Bithell Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Mr W. Huntingdon & Mr L. Norris Micky Hammond Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has started 2023 on a low note but he’s now back to the mark off which he gained the last of his 3 wins in 2022. Has a tongue tie refitted. Placed on both previous visits here. No shock were he to stage a revival.

3 TIDAL STORM (GB) (167) 5/60100- D

4 9-10 (5)

Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Kinetica Saffie Osborne J

O Mrs Gill Austen-Smith Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn T

B Miss K. Rausing ABM Catering Facilities Management S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successul over this trip on AW at Kempton last summer Third on hurdle debut just after Christmas but ran modestly at Doncaster next time and now reverts to the Flat after 2 months off TFRHHHII BHA71

4 AL AZHAR (IRE) (160) 120060- D

4 9-10 (6)

Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Arabian Comet (IRE) Aidan Keeley (3) J

O John Wallis, Stephen Wallis, Nona Baker Marcus Tregoning, Whitsbury T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Marcus Tregoning Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice on turf at the start of last season, including reappearance. Ended 2023 on a low note but he’s back on a favourable mark and is clearly capable when fresh. One of the more likely types. TFRHHHHI BHA71

5 TRALEE HILLS (GB) (74) 5200-35 D

9 9-10 (11)

Br Gr or Ro g Mount Nelson - Distant Waters William Carver J

O P C F Racing Ltd

B Natton House Thoroughbreds

Simon Hodgson, Hook T

TIMEFORM VIEW Eighteen runs since last win in 2021 but there have been plenty of creditable efforts since then, including third close at Lingfield in January Freshened up since a respectable fifth there at the end of that month. Handles soft turf well. TFRHHHII BHA71

6 THE NU FORM WAY (FR) (151) 105050- D

Br B g Le Havre (IRE) - Jamboree (IRE)

O Eddie and Fiona Carswell

B S.A. Franklin Finance, S. Vidal et al

5 9-9 (4)

Laura Pearson J

Stella Barclay, Garstang T

Lancashire Racing Stables Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made winning start for this yard at Chester last July but largely struggled thereafter and watching brief is advised on this first outing since November TFRHHIII BHA70

7 HIGHLIGHTER (IRE) (10) 4-565

Br B g Australia - Cosmic Fire (FR)

O Middleham Park Racing XXVII & Partner

4 9-9 (1)

Ryan Sexton J

Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T

B Niarchos Family Gemma Tutty Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Unexposed sort who didn’t make too bad a start in handicaps when fifth of 9 at Doncaster (1 1/4m, heavy) 10 days ago and is likely capable of better again now stepping up in trip. Big player under Ryan Sexton. TFRHHHHH BHA70

8 CLARITUDO (GB) (179) 214553- 4

Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Clarentine

O Jackson XV

B Bluehills Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Redcar (1 3/4m) in May. Ended last season with a good third there (1 3/4m, good to soft) in October Contender if ready to roll after 6 months

9 BIG CHEESE (FR) (167) 340-

Br B g New Approach (IRE) - Kunegunda

B Earl Of Halifax

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form in 3 qualifying runs last year and his lightly-raced profile makes him an interesting one for handicaps. Respected.

10

(GB) (189) 425510-

Br B f Passing Glance - Make Music

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 1 3/4m Ffos Las handicap on soft forAndrew Balding last summer Beaten a long way in 3 hurdles for current yard this year but may fare better back on the Flat with ground conditions likely to be in her favour.

11 BAY DREAM BELIEVER (IRE) (79) 5442-04

Br B f New Bay - Arabescatta

Sheriff Hutton T B

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden who didn’t look the easiest of rides in a couple of AW outings for her new yard in January but she is well treated on the pick of last year’s turf exploits if a short break has a reviving effect.

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2022: MAGNA MORALIA (IRE) 5 10 4 Rhys Clutterbuck 20-1 (John Quinn) 9 ran Hood worn by No 11. Blinkers worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

Record Time: 1min 40.6secs; Median Time: 1min 45.90secs

Stewards Note:

AL AZHAR: Following its run on 2/11/2022 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P.’s: 7-2 Highlighter (IRE), 6-1 Appier (IRE), 7-1 Claritudo (GB), 8-1 Tidal Storm (GB), Big Cheese (FR), 9-1 Al Azhar (IRE), 14-1 Tralee Hills (GB), 16-1 Virtuoso (GB), 18-1 Myboymax (FR), 22-1 Bay Dream Believer (IRE), 33-1 The Nu Form Way (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

HIGHLIGHTER’s pedigree suggests he could have more to offer now stepping up to 1 1/2m so he’s the suggestion. Fellow unexposed sort Big Cheese is an interesting opponent, particularly if the betting vibes are positive on his return to action. Claritudo hit the ground running last spring and also makes the shortlist.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HIGHLIGHTER (IRE) 2.BIG CHEESE (FR) 3.CLARITUDO

POSITION OF STALLS

Unless an announcement is made to the contrary, Starting Stalls will be positioned against the INSIDE RUNNING RAIL for all races.

Mr Philip Grundy will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £50 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.

Second Race 2.30

THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS IVECO ‘S’ WAY NOVICE STAKES (CLASS

5) (GBB RACE)

for novice three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £2987, 2nd £1493, 3rd £747, 4th £373.

(Penalty Value £3780)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Fahey (37 wins from 270 runners, 14%) runs DESERT GAMES & INDIAN FALCON TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Carr (4 wins from 18 runners, 22%) runs SHOTLEY ROYALE

LONGEST TRAVELLER: SNUGGLE trained by E Walker, Upper Lambourn, 177 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb Draw

1 BLAME THE FARRIER (IRE) (27) 0

6 10-2 (8)

Br Ch g Slade Power (IRE) - Silirisa (FR) Sean Kirrane (3) J

O Mr Tony Livingston David Thompson, Darlington T

B Littlejohn Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest in bumpers and no form over hurdles Never involved on last month’s 7f

Flat debut Easy to look elsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA-

2 DESERT GAMES (IRE) (208) 35-

3 9-4 (4)

Br B g Kodiac - Stunner Oisin Orr J

O Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising start to career when third on AW last August and little went right when fifth of 9 over C&D a fortnight later. Remains capable of better and likely to have a big say. TFRHHHHH BHA-

3 GLOBAL CRISIS (FR) (259) 4-

3 9-4 (3)

Br B g Shalaa (IRE) - Antalia (FR) Harrison Shaw J

O Sapphire Print Solutions Ltd Declan Carroll, Malton T

B E.A.R.L Haras De Saint-Vincent Sapphire Print Solutions Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, showed a bit amidst greenness when fourth of 13 on 5f Beverley debut last July It’s taken a while to get him back to the track but he should have more to offer, particularly at 6f TFRHHHII BHA-

4 INDIAN FALCON (GB) (227) 0-

3 9-4 (7)

Br B g Mayson - Indian Lass (IRE) Jack Garritty J

O Mr Steve Bradley Richard Fahey, Malton T

B H. J. Fitzsimons & Smarden Thoroughbreds Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW 25/1, never involved on 6f Redcar debut last August. Desert Games looks the yard first string unless the betting hints otherwise. TFRHHIII BHA-

5 RAVEN’S APPLAUSE (IRE) (-)

3 9-4 (6)

Br B g Acclamation - Cravin Raven (USA) Richard Kingscote J

O Mr Paul Turner Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T

B Rathbarry Stud Tattersalls S

TIMEFORM VIEW 50,000 gns Acclamation gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners abroad, including US 6f minor stakes winner Conformist. Dam US 6f winner Betting should help guide to expectations on debut. TFRHHHII BHA-

6 SHOTLEY ROYALE (GB) (-)

3 9-4 (1)

Br B g Hot Streak (IRE) - Royal Pardon Joanna Mason J

O Mr J. A. Swinburne & Mrs Ruth A. Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington T

B T. K. & Mrs P. A. Knox XRE Construction Training Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to several winners, including useful 5f winner March and 7f-8.6f winner Mykonos St John. Stable not known for winning newcomers but is enjoying a good spell at present so he’s worth a precautionary betting check. TFRHHIII BHA-

7 SNUGGLE (GB) (47) 620-23 BF

Br Ch g Showcasing - Under The Covers

O Kennet Valley Thoroughbreds VI

3 9-4 (5)

Saffie Osborne J

Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn T

B Llety Farms Oakman Group PLC S

TIMEFORM VIEWMuch improvedwhen second of5 inhandicap at Lingfield (6f) on reappearance in Februarybutnot in the same formwhen turned over at short odds in novice company at Newcastle 19 days later. Bang there if back to the

form, though.

8 WHALLEY ROAD (GB) (-)

3 9-4 (2)

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Ocean Boulevard Barry McHugh J

O Mr David W. Armstrong Adrian Nicholls, Sessay T

B Highfield Farm LLP Highfield Farm LLP S

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to 5f/6f winner Springwood Drive and useful winner up to 6f Bickerstaffe. Makes some paper appeal and very interesting to see how much strength there is behind him in the betting. TFRHHHII BHA-

9 WILLIAM DEWHIRST (IRE) (18) 4

3 9-4 (9)

Br B g Sioux Nation (USA) - Two Pass (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J

O D Widdup, K Nicol, C Cleevely & R Tocher Ben Haslam, Middleham T

B Summerhill & Camas Park Spec-Tran S

TIMEFORM VIEW 6/1, fourth of 8 in 6f novice at Newcastle on debut 18 days ago, running on after slowish start. Will improve TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: CHIELLINI (IRE) 3 9 5 Connor Beasley 9-1 (Michael Dods) 13 ran

Running for the first time since Gelding No 2, 3.

Record Time: 1min 12.6secs; Median Time: 1min 16.90secs

Stewards Note:

BLAME THE FARRIER: Following its run on 15/3/2023 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.

Probable S.P.’s: 15-8 Desert Games (IRE), 9-4 Snuggle (GB), 11-1 Raven’s Applause (IRE), 12-1 Whalley Road (GB), 14-1 Global Crisis (FR), 16-1 William Dewhirst (IRE), 25-1 Indian Falcon (GB), Shotley Royale (GB), 150-1 Blame The Farrier (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Although DESERT GAMES failed to build on his promising AW debut when only fifth over C&D last autumn there were excuses and he’s well worth another chance. Snuggle would be a big threat if anywhere near his peak form. Whalley Road is a newcomer who catches the eye on pedigree and could play a part if the betting vibes are positive

TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

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

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2023STAYER’S CHAMPIONSHIP

Onceagain,PontefractwillhaveaStayersChampionship forallracesrunoveradistanceofmorethan2miles!

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Theowner,trainerandstableofthewinnerofthe Championshipwilleachwin£1,500

Pointswillbeawardedasfollows:

Winner:9points

Second:6points

Third:4points

Fourth:3points

Manycongratulations tolastyearswinner

FlintHill,trainedby RuthJefferson!

Third Race 3.00

THE JAMAICAN FLIGHT HANDICAP STAKES

(CLASS 4) (Round 1 of the Pontefract Stayers’ Championship 2023)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258.

(Penalty Value £5234)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Jefferson (3 wins from 11 runners, 27%) runs FLINT HILL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (8 wins from 43 runners, 19%) runs MILITARY TWO STEP

LONGEST TRAVELLER: COQUELICOT trained by A Honeyball, Beaminster, 261 miles

2y

colours no horse

1 LAND OF WINTER (FR) (176) 056406-

7 9-13 (7)

Br B g Camelot - Gaselee (USA) David Allan J

O Paul Smith & Rae Guest Rae Guest, Newmarket T

B Claydons Bloodstock Ltd Eastern County Care Ltd. S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended 2021 with an emphatic win in 2m Nottingham handicap but has found life tougher last campaign, sixth of 8 in minor event at this C&D (good to soft) final start in October This represents a slight drop in class.

2 MILITARY TWO STEP (FR) (27) 101-436

5 9-13 (4)

Br Gr m Jukebox Jury (IRE) - Step This Way (USA) Ben Curtis J

O C R Hirst & Dougie Livingston Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Kingsley Park Ltd Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Two wins from 6 runs last year, latterly at Chelmsford in November Sixth of 7 in handicap at Kempton (16f, 6/1) 27 days ago and now tries a new trip returned to turf TFRHHHII BHA86

3 DETECTIVE (GB) (178) 215050-

7 9-6 (6)

Br B g Kingman - Promising Lead Paul Mulrennan J

O Mr A. Slack Dianne Sayer, Penrith T

B Juddmonte Farms Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 11 runs last year Pulled up in handicap chase at Musselburgh on debut over fences 41 days ago. Significantly up in trip on previous Flat outings and stamina isn’t certain. TFRHHIII BHA79

4 COQUELICOT (FR) (6) 5/4-41

7 9-2 (in 4lb ex) (3)

Br B or Br m Soldier of Fortune (IRE) - Moscow Nights (FR) Andrea Atzeni J

O Geegeez co.uk PA Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster T

B Mme I. Corbani, A. Waugh & T. Waugh geegeez.co.uk S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairlyusefulwinnerat up to 3m overhurdles and career bestwhenwinning 11-runnerhandicap at Nottingham (16f, heavy)

6 days ago, forging clear Carries penalty and holds very strong claims with this trip expected to suit. TFRHHHHH BHA71

5 CHAMPAGNE CITY (GB) (105) 514023- 10 9-1 (5)

Br Ch g Tobougg (IRE) - City of Angels Theodore Ladd J

O Mr R. S. Brookhouse

B F Brookhouse, Newmarket T

B R. S. Brookhouse Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on for first time over hurdles when ninth of 11 in handicap at Newbury (20.5f, good to firm) 38 days ago. Back up in trip on the level and he could be the pace angle. TFRHHHHI BHA74

6 FLINT HILL (GB) (48) 42103-3 CD

7 8-12 (1)

Br Ch g Excelebration (IRE) - Modify Graham Lee J

O R Whitelock, L Clemitson & R Jefferson

Ruth Jefferson, Malton T

B Denniff Farms Ltd Ruth Jefferson Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner, latest win here in October 5/1, third of 4 in handicap at Newcastle (16.2f) 48 days ago. Merits consideration given he’s a regular at this venue and usually gives his running. TFRHHHHI BHA71

7 GHADBBAAN (GB) (185) 020316-

7 8-9 (8)

Br Ch g Intello (GER) - Rock Choir Joanna Mason J

O URSA Major Racing & Partner

Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Elstone Engineering S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Ripon in September 12/1, respectable sixth of 11 in handicap at York (16.2f) from out of the weights a fortnight later. Won on last season’s reappearance. TFRHHHII BHA68

8 THE NAVIGATOR (GB) (195) 56/1450-

8 8-8 (2)

Br Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Blessing (USA) Andrew Mullen J

O Mr G. H. Bell Dianne Sayer, Penrith T

B Sir Robert Ogden Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Tenth of 14 in handicap hurdle at Musselburgh (17.4f, good to soft) 18 days ago.

Fitness assured but has to prove stamina for this far on the level.

TFRHHIII BHA67

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: BE MY SEA (IRE) 11 9 5 Jason Watson 12-1 (Tony Carroll) 7 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 7. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 5.

Record Time: 3mins 51.1secs; Median Time: 3mins 56.20secs

Stewards Note:

DETECTIVE: Following its run on 1/3/2023 it was reported that the horse did not travel or jump fluently

THE NAVIGATOR: Following its run on 24/3/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run

Probable S.P.’s: 7-4 Coquelicot (FR), 11-2 Flint Hill (GB), 15-2 Ghadbbaan (GB), 8-1 Champagne City (GB), 9-1 Land of Winter (FR), Military Two Step (FR), 18-1 The Navigator (GB), 20-1 Detective (GB)

COQUELICOT relished the emphasis on stamina when a decisive winner at Nottingham last week and with this further step up in trip sure to suit (has winning hurdles form over 3m) a 4lb penalty may not be enough to prevent the follow up. Flint Hill is a regular over this C&D and he’s likely to give it a good go, with Champagne City another to consider.

Pontefract Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A Perpetual Challenge Trophy will also be presented. 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 Poskitts Vegetable Farmers and Growers

PLAY SMARTER

Fourth Race 3.30

THE WHO’LL BE THE 1ST YORKSHIRE WONDER HORSE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £30000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £12189, 2nd £6096, 3rd £3048, 4th £1524, 5th £762, 6th £381.

(Penalty Value £15462)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

5f 3y

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Easterby (31 wins from 310 runners, 10%) runs COPPER KNIGHT

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Cowell (2 wins from 6 runners, 33%) runs ARECIBO & CLARENDON HOUSE

WEIGHTWATCHER: COPPER KNIGHT won off a handicap mark of 100, his rating is now down 10lb to 90.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: LIVE IN THE DREAM trained by A West, Epsom, 201 miles.

colours no horse

1 DAKOTA GOLD (GB) (172) 220041- D

Br B g Equiano (FR) - Joyeaux Connor Beasley J

O Doug Graham,Ian Davison,Alan Drysdale 1 Michael Dods, Darlington T

B Redgate BStock & Peter Bottowley BStock Denton Hall Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fifteen wins from 55 Flat runs. 13/2, didn’t need to improve for latest of them in 6-runner handicap at Doncaster (6f, heavy) when last seen, battling well. Off 172 days and record fresh suggests he may just need this.

2 ARECIBO (FR) (17) 0062-02 D 8 9-8 (7)

Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Oceanique (USA) David Probert J

O Mr R. Moore Robert Cowell, Newmarket T

B Wertheimer et Frere World Cargo Solutions Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2021 but couldn’t have come much closerwhen short-head second of 7 to Live In The Dream in handicap at Lingfield (5f, AW) 17 days ago, just failing. Looks competitive on form.

3 CLARENDON HOUSE (GB) (203) 615602- D

5 9-7 (6)

Br B h Mehmas (IRE) - Walaaa (IRE) Ray Dawson J

O Middleham Park Racing VIII Robert Cowell, Newmarket T

B D. R. Tucker Al Basti Equiworld S

TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off 2022 with an excellent second of 6 in minor event at Beverley (5f, good, 7/2).

Off 6 months but he was runner-up from 3lb lower on last season’s reappearance.

4 LIVE IN THE DREAM (IRE) (17) 15206-1 D 4 9-5 (2)

Br Ch g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Approaching Autumn

O Steve & Jolene de’Lemos Adam West, Epsom T

B Miss Lorna Doyle Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEWCareerbestwhenwinning7-runnerhandicap(12/1)atLingfield(5f,AW)17daysagobyshortheadfromArecibo,allout.Wasseentogood effect on that occasion but he’s equally as effective on turf and can be tough to peg back if getting into a rhythm. TFRHHHHI BHA100

5 JUSTANOTHERBOTTLE (IRE) (171) 050250- D 9 9-4 (4)

Br Ch g Intense Focus (USA) - Duchess K (IRE)

Tom Eaves J

O Mr Steve Ryan & Mr M J Tedham Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

B John O’Connor Santry Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Admirable 9-y-o who enhanced his fine course record at Ripon when successful there in June. Mixed bag after and little to suggest in previous reappearance runs that he’ll be fully up to speed. TFRHHIII BHA99

6 KING OF BAVARIA (IRE) (56) 236-402 D 4 9-2 (9)

Br Bl g No Nay Never (USA) - Enharmonic (USA) Luke Morris J

O Craig & Laura Buckingham

Michael Appleby, Oakham T

B Samac, Summerhill B/Stock Manor Farm Bloodstock S

TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable second of 8 in handicap (14/1) at Newcastle (6f) 56 days ago.

Hasn’t been with this yard long but does need to improve to defy this mark. TFRHHHII BHA97

7 INTRINSIC BOND (GB) (9) 01100-0 D

6 8-13 (8)

Br B g Intrinsic - Misu Billy Dale Swift J

O Mr David Tate & Mr Daniel Lawson Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor T

B David Tate Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner last season, including in the Great St Wilfrid at Ripon (6f) inAugust. Didn’t look comfortable on heavy ground on reappearance last week and now back at the minimum trip.

TFRHHIII BHA94

8 COPPER KNIGHT (IRE) (171) 000000- D

9 8-9 (3)

Br B g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Mystic Dream Duran Fentiman J

O Ventura Racing (Copper) & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Wardstown Stud Ltd Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW 14/1, eleventh of 13 in handicap at Doncaster (5f, heavy) when last seen in October

Still retains plenty of dash/enthusiasm but no surprise were he to need this. TFRHHHII BHA90

9 EY UP IT’S MAGGIE (GB) (9) 02004-1 D

5 8-4 (in 5lb ex) (1)

Br B m Equiano (FR) - Velvet Jaguar Kieran Schofield (5) J

O Mrs M Lingwood & Tony Coyle Tony Coyle, Norton T

B Dr A. Gillespie

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 10-runner handicap at Doncaster (5f, heavy, 6/4) 9 days ago. Carries penalty and also 3lb out of the weights but fit and in form, which may count for a lot. TFRHHHII BHA77

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2022: RAYONG 5 8 4 Franny Norton 13-2 (Karl Burke) 13 ran

Blinkers worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 6, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 9.

Record Time: 1min 0.49secs; Median Time: 1min 3.30secs

Probable S.P.’s: 9-2 Live In The Dream (IRE), 5-1 Clarendon House (GB), 11-2 King of Bavaria (IRE), Ey Up It’s Maggie (GB), 13-2 Arecibo (FR), 9-1 Dakota Gold (GB), 16-1 Copper Knight (IRE), 18-1 Justanotherbottle (IRE), 25-1 Intrinsic Bond (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

The market will be informative with several of these making their reappearance but CLARENDON HOUSE was an excellent second first-time-out last season and having been highly tried as a 4-y-o, he has an appealing mark to work with. Live In The Dream and Arecibo finished first and second at Lingfield recently and are definite threats, while Ey Up It’s Maggie demands consideration, even from out of the weights.

Chris Smith, representing William McIvor & Son, sponsor of the Yorkshire Wonderhorse will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race A cash prize of £50 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

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Fifth Race 4.00

THE NAPOLEONS

CASINO BRADFORD

HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

for three yrs old x Total prize fund £18000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £7313, 2nd £3658, 3rd £1829, 4th £914, 5th £457, 6th £229.

(Penalty Value £9277.20)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Fahey (37 wins from 270 runners, 14%) runs AMY SANTIAGO

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G Boughey (4 wins from 29 runners, 14%) runs CALIFORNIA GEM

FANCY THAT: R Fahey won this race in 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2019. The stable runs AMY SANTIAGO today.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: HOUR BY HOUR trained by I Jardine, Carrutherstown, 160 miles

colours no horse st-lb Draw

1 CALIFORNIA GEM (GB) (167) 662140-

(3)

Br B f Cable Bay (IRE) - Angels Wings (IRE) Kevin Stott J

O Amo Racing Limited George Boughey, Newmarket T

B Highclere Stud & Jake Warren Ltd Sports Invest UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 9 runs last year Latest win at Nottingham in October Well held final start at Nottingham but this is a slightly easier handicap on reappearance.

HHHII BHA89

2 PRAIRIE FALCON (GB) (192) 513510- D 9-1 (7)

Br B c Belardo (IRE) - New Falcon (IRE) Connor Beasley J

O Bearstone Stud Limited Michael Dods, Darlington T

B Bearstone Stud Holdcroft Motor Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW 13/2, respectable ninth of 27 in minor event at Newmarket (6f, good), slowly away.

Off 6 months but he retains scope as a sprint handicapper

HHHHI BHA81

3 PROJECT BLACK (GB) (130) 312- D 9-1 (2)

Br B c Showcasing - Dot Hill Paul Mulrennan J

O Bond Thoroughbred Limited Bryan Smart, Hambleton T

B Llety Farms Churchill Tyres S

TIMEFORM VIEW All the better for debut experience when winning at Redcar in October Second of 9 in novice event (9/4) at Newcastle (6f). Off 130 days. Makes handicap debut from a fair mark.

4 PHOENIX FIRE (IRE) (161) 601-

TFRHHHII BHA81

9-0 (4)

Br B g Fast Company (IRE) - Lydia Becker Callum Rodriguez J

O Mrs C. E. Dods Michael Dods, Darlington T

B Paul & Jim McCartan Denton Hall Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Left first 2 efforts well behind when landing 9-runner novice event (15/2) at Redcar (7f, heavy), unchallenged.

O

ff 161 days Makes handicap debut and mark doesn’t appear to be over generous.

5 WEN MOON (IRE) (190) 2146-

TFRHHHII BHA80

9-0 (8)

Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Luminous Gold Graham Lee J

O Daniel Shapiro & David Clifford Ben Haslam, Middleham T

B Tally-Ho Stud Porrima S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made second start a winning one over 5f at Ripon inJuly Sixth of 9 in nursery at this C&D (good, 18/1), slowlyaway

Off 6 months (gelded) and needs to return an improved performer to score from this mark. TFRHHIII BHA80

6 REVISION (GB) (34) 2100-3 D 8-11 (6)

Br B g Ardad (IRE) - Relaxez Vous (IRE) Tom Eaves J

O Highclere T’Bred Racing - Alice Munro 1

Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

B J. M. Beever Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWConfirmed debut promisewhen successful overthis trip at Newcastle inJune. 33/1,verygood third of8 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 34 days ago, having run of race but stuck to his task after getting hampered. Fitness assured.

TFRHHHHI BHA77

7 AMY SANTIAGO (GB) (34) 2-616 D 8-10 (1)

Br B f Showcasing - Sacre Coeur

O The Bastille Partnership

B Whitsbury Manor Stud

Billy Garritty J

Richard Fahey, Malton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising type. Winner at Southwell in February 12/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 34 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Cheekpieces on first time and mark looks attractive

HHHHH BHA76

8 HOUR BY HOUR (GB) (192) 625150- D

8-9 (5)

Br B g Time Test - Steppe By Steppe Andrew Mullen J

O Evelyn Duchess of Sutherland Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Newhall Estate Farm Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes S

TIMEFORM VIEWHamiltonwinnerwhowas last of16 having been set a stifftask in listedTwo-Year-OldTrophyat Redcar(6f, good to soft, 66/1).

Off 6 months but this a more suitable assignment on reappearance having been gelded. TFRHHHII BHA75

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: POCKET THE PROFIT 3 8 11 Ben Curtis 7-2 (George Boughey) 7 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 7. Running for the first time since Gelding No 5, 8.

Record Time: 1min 12.6secs; Median Time: 1min 16.90secs

Stewards Note:

PRAIRIE FALCON: Following its run on 1/10/2022 it was reported that the horse was slow to leave the stalls.

Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 Prairie Falcon (GB), 5-1 Project Black (GB), Amy Santiago (GB), 6-1 Revision (GB), 15-2 Phoenix Fire (IRE), 8-1 California Gem (GB), 12-1 Hour By Hour (GB), 25-1 Wen Moon (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

AMY SANTIAGO finished behind Revision at Kempton a month ago but she had little chance given how that race unfolded and is fancied to reverse the form this time back on turf. Prairie Falcon should have plenty more to offer this season so he completes the shortlist.

Napoleons Casino Bradford will present a memento to the winning owner plus a bottle of Champagne for the winning jockey 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.

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Sixth Race 4.30

THE

BRITISH STALLION STUDS

EBF ‘HIGH-RISE’ MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for maiden three yrs old x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533.

(Penalty Value £5400)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): Sir M Stoute (13 wins from 41 runners, 32%) runs CRYSTAL MARINER & PERFUSE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Balding (9 wins from 35 runners, 26%) runs LEGACY POWER LONGEST TRAVELLERS: YESISAIDYES & KING SHARJA trained by R Hannon, Marlborough, 204 miles.

5y

colours no horse

1 CRYSTAL MARINER (IRE) (-)

9-7 (2)

Br Ch c Sea The Stars (IRE) - Crystal Zvezda Richard Kingscote J

O Mr Robert Ng Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket T

B Southcourt Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW 160,000 gns 2-y-o. Half-brother to 1 1/2m winner Crystal Starlet and useful 1m winner Crystal Caprice. Didn’t race as a juvenile but could hardly be in better hands. TFRHHHHI BHA-

2 KING SHARJA (GB) (185) 5-

9-7 (6)

Br B c Kingman - Sharja Queen Daniel Tudhope J

O Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

TIMEFORM VIEW Fifth of 12 in maiden at York (7.9f, good to soft, 9/1) on debut. Off 6 months. Up in trip and sure to improve TFRHHHII BHA-

3 KNOCKBREX (GB) (50) 0

9-7 (1)

Br Ch c Ulysses (IRE) - Prominence Jason Hart J

O Mr Iain Service Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Brushed aside when last of 8 in novice event at Newcastle (8f) on debut 50 days ago. That wasn’t an easy introduction for a newcomer racing into a headwind and he’s now up in trip switched to turf. TFRHHIII BHA-

4 LEGACY POWER (GB) (46) 2

9-7 (5)

Br B c Time Test - Aurelia David Probert J

O King Power Racing Co Ltd Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Mr Richard Moses & Mr Joe Callan King Power International Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Clear promise amidst greenness when second of 5 in maiden (10/3) at Lingfield (12f, AW) on debut 46 days ago. That sets the standard with the promise of more to come. TFRHHHHH BHA-

5 MASTER SHERIDAN (GB) (179) 00-

9-7 (3)

Br B g Farhh - Miss Sheridan (IRE) Billy Garritty J

O Mr J Blackburn Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T

B Mr J Blackburn & Mr A Turton Sheridan Ny Llp S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced gelding. 125/1, last of 9 in novice event at Redcar (8f, good to soft).

Off 179 days Up in trip.

TFRHIIII BHA-

6 PERFUSE (GB) (-) 9-7 (4)

Br Ch c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Suffused Rhys Clutterbuck J

O Juddmonte Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket T

B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Juddmonte Farms Inc S

TIMEFORM VIEW Second foal, half-brother to useful 1m-10.5f winner Pervade (by Kingman). Dam, winner up to 15f (2-y-o 7f winner), half-sister to high-class 1 1/4m-14.5f (St Leger) winner Logician.

7 YESISAIDYES (IRE) (-)

TFRHHHHI BHA-

9-7 (7)

Br B c Ulysses (IRE) - Endless Love (IRE) Kevin Stott J

O Mrs Susan Roy Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

B Mrs S. M. Roy

TIMEFORM VIEW Closely related to smart 1 1/4m winner Grand Alliance and half-brother to 3 winners, including very smart 7f winner Dutch Connection. Dam unraced.

TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: SAVVY VICTORY (IRE) 3 9 5 Tom Marquand 9-4 (S P C Woods) 5 ran Running for the first time since Gelding No 5.

Record Time: 2mins 8.2secs; Median Time: 2mins 13.70secs

Probable S.P.’s: 9-4 Legacy Power (GB), 7-2 Crystal Mariner (IRE), 4-1 King Sharja (GB), 11-2 Perfuse (GB), 8-1 Yesisaidyes (IRE), 28-1 Knockbrex (GB), 300-1 Master Sheridan (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

LEGACY POWER’s greenness was apparent starting out at Lingfield in February so it was promising that he managed to finish second, and with improvement forthcoming, he rates the percentage call. Sir Michael Stoute saddles a pair of well-bred newcomers in Crystal Mariner and Perfuse and the market may help in establishing a pecking order.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LEGACY POWER 2.CRYSTAL MARINER (IRE) 3.PERFUSE

Pontefract Racecourse 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 Poskitts Vegetable Farmers and Growers

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Seventh Race 5.05

THE OAP FREE DAY ON MONDAY 24TH APRIL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206.

(Penalty Value £4187.20)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Easterby (31 wins from 310 runners, 10%) runs BARNEY’S BAY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): I Furtado (5 wins from 18 runners, 28%) runs TIPPERARY MOON LONGEST TRAVELLER: ARRANMORE trained by D Sayer, Penrith, 113 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 THE VIK (IRE) (192) 5/63021- D

4 9-11 (7)

Br B g Fast Company (IRE) - Flood Plain Daniel Tudhope J

O Mrs C M Clarke, Foulrice Park Racing Ltd Liam Bailey, Middleham T

B David Halley Show Business Interiors Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended his time for Andrew Slattery in Ireland with a 1m Killarney (soft) maiden success. Danny Tudhope a positive jockey booking now handicapping for new connections after 6 months off Less exposed than most to these. TFRHHHHI BHA72

2 BARNEY’S BAY (GB) (11) 3-43442

5 9-9 (5)

Br B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Fisadara David Allan J

O Mr John R. Saville Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Highclere Stud & Mr Ilyas Emir Karadag Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty four runs since last win in 2021 but he does arrive on the back of a good second of 11 in 7f Southwell handicap 11 days ago. Blinkers off, cheekpieces on for only a second time. Has won on soft ground. Considered.

3 OLIVER’S ARMY (FR) (572) 633/-

70

4 9-9 (14)

Br B g Pedro The Great (USA) - Douriya (USA) Cam Hardie J

O Mr Dave Stone Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

B E.A.R.L. Haras De La Haie Neuve et al Sts Group Ltd, Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

TIMEFORM VIEWPlacedtwiceinFlatnovicesforMichaelDodsinautumn2021.Noimpactin2hurdlesforcurrentyardsincereturningfromanabsenceandnow returns to the Flat in a bid to get his careerback on track. Fittedwith a first-time eyeshields and hood combination. TFRHHHII BHA70

4 ARRANMORE (GB) (195) 065200- D

6 9-8 (6)

Br B g Oasis Dream - Ceisteach (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J

O Mr D Gallagher & Mr M Lynch

B Newsells Park Stud

Dianne Sayer, Penrith T

TIMEFORM VIEW No win since summer 2021 but was runner-up off a similar mark last summer (for David O’Meara) Has had wind surgery ahead of this reappearance and just second start for current yard TFRHHHII BHA69

5 TIPPERARY MOON (IRE) (15) 04-4304

6 9-7 (13)

Br B g Sea Moon - Rathaal (IRE) Jason Hart J

O Mr W. P. Flynn Ivan Furtado, Newark T

B W. P. Flynn

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives fit from AW but recent efforts no more than respectable. Has gained all 4 wins over 7f Others are preferred. TFRHHIII BHA68

6 SEZAAM (IRE) (251) 13/0000-

4 9-6 (9)

Br Gr g Elzaam (AUS) - Sesmen Connor Beasley J

O Dunham Trading and Carole Dods

Michael Dods, Darlington T

B Kevin Blake Bennett Potatoes Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive as a juvenile but very disappointing in 4 handicap starts last year Connections persevere but he returns over a longer trip with something to prove. TFRHHIII BHA67

7 END ZONE (GB) (27) 432406 D

6 9-5 (2)

Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Brown Eyed Honey Ben Curtis J

O Middleham Park Racing XIX & Partner 1 Roger Fell, Nawton T

B The Brown Eyed Honey Partnership Middleham Park Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. 12/1, sixth of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (1m) 27 days ago. Feasibly treated and could have a fitness edge over some of these. TFRHHHII BHA66

8 GRANGECLARE VIEW (IRE) (68) 0660-33 D

Br B g Ajaya - Eucharist (IRE)

O Newgen Racing Group & Partner 1

B Rathbarry Stud

5 9-5 (11)

TIMEFORM VIEW Has performed with credit when placed in a pair of 1m Chelmsford handicaps this year. Just as effective on turf One of the more likely types.

9 DOUGIES DREAM (IRE) (18) 060-041 D

4 9-5 (16)

Br B g Fast Company (IRE) - Sidney Girl Faye McManoman J

O Martin Webb Racing

B Helen Lyons WJ Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Reacted well to first-time cheekpieces (retained) when back to winning ways at Newcastle (1m) 18 days ago, staying on to lead close home. Has won on turf. Likely to remain competitive after a 4lb rise.

10 WIN WIN POWER (IRE) (15) 514133 D

Br B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Spesialta

O Honestly Racing

6 9-4 (15)

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth win since joining this yard (all Southwell) when beating 13 rivals over 1m in March. Creditable eff

in defeat last twice. Should continue to give a good account. First turf start for this stable.

11

JO (GB) (75) 3226-00 CD

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner but it’s 24 runs since he last tasted success. 12/1, last of 10 in handicap at Southwell (1m) 75 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter

12 DO I DREAM (IRE) (161) 202566- CD

Br B f Mondialiste (IRE) - Novita (FR)

O Chris Cleevely & Racing Knights

B Elwick Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in the mud last spring and runner-up off a similar mark to this later in the campaign. Could play a part if fully primed after 161 days off

13 MR STRUTTER (IRE) (158) 020000-

Br Ch g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Khajool (IRE)

O Mrs Amanda Harrison

B Wardstown Stud Ltd Cli

TIMEFORM VIEW Regular winner over the years but he ended 2022 out of form. Well treated if staging a revival but he has no great record when fresh. Probably best watched this time.

14 FRANKELIO (FR) (111) 003050- CD

Br B g Frankel - Restiadargent (FR)

O Forty Forty Twenty

B Guy Pariente Holding SPRL

TIMEFORM VIEW Just one wins from 26 starts in Britain but it did come over C&D. Below par on AW when last seen at the end of 2022. Others are much more obvious.

15 AGONYCLITE (GB) (27) 050-041 D

Br B g Dabirsim (FR) - Hoku (IRE)

O Daniel Shapiro & David Clifford

B Black Type Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved of late, tackling 1m for the first time when coming good in a 1m Newcastle classified event 4 weeks ago. Less exposed than a lot of these and contender if as effective back on turf

16 TOP ATTRACTION (GB) (11) 4520-00 D

Br B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Symphonic Dancer (USA)

O The PQD Partnership

TFRHHHHI BHA52

6 8-4 (12)

Paula Muir (3) J

Chris Fairhurst, Middleham T

B Bearstone Stud Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 23 Flat runs. Sixteen runs since last win in 2020. Seventh of 8 in handicap at Southwell (1m) 11 days ago. Something to find on form.

TFRHIIII BHA46

DECLARED RUNNERS 16 2022: STATELY HOME (IRE) 5 9 7 Josephine Gordon 3-1 (Shaun Lycett) 10 ran

Hood, Eyeshields worn first time by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 2, 5, 9, 10, 11.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 4.

Record Time: 1min 40.6secs; Median Time: 1min 45.90secs

Stewards Note:

SEZAAM: Following its run on 3/8/2022 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P.’s: 11-2 The Vik (IRE), Barney’s Bay (GB), 8-1 Dougies Dream (IRE), 9-1 Win Win Power (IRE), 10-1 Agonyclite (GB), 12-1 Grangeclare View (IRE), 16-1 Do I Dream (IRE), 20-1 End Zone (GB), 22-1 Oliver’s Army (FR), Tipperary Moon (IRE), 25-1 Arranmore (GB), 28-1 Little Jo (GB), 33-1 Sezaam (IRE), Mr Strutter (IRE), Frankelio (FR), 50-1 Top Attraction (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

An open finale. BARNEY’S BAY hasn’t won for a while but his latest Southwell second suggests he could put that right soon and he also has a few good efforts to his name here. Agonyclite, a winner at Newcastle recently, and Irish-recruit The Vik have less-exposed profiles than the majority of these and head the dangers along with Win Win Power, who has thrived since joining Mick Appleby, and Dougies Dream

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BARNEY’S BAY 2.AGONYCLITE 3.THE VIK (IRE)

Pontefract Racecourse 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 Poskitts Vegetable Farmers and Growers.

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 2.00 - THE PHILIP GRUNDY RISING 70 APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 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. April 9th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 10st Penalties, after April 1st, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. To be ridden by Apprentice Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 52 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to April 8th, 2023, have not ridden more than 50 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 25 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). PHILIP GRUNDY has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, they 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 15 entries at £20. - Closed April 5th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) A SS

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Second Race 2.30 - THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS IVECO ‘S’ WAY NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3780 to the winning horse The second to receive £1774, the third £887 and the fourth £443. for novice three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, April 5th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 5lb For each other race won 7lb (Where appropriate, median auction and auction Novice or Maiden races will carry the same penalty as Restricted races) (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). NORTHERN COMMERCIALS have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, they will present a cash prize to the stable employee, judged by them, to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries at £20. - Closed April 5th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2987; Second £1493; Third £747; Fourth £373. (Penalty Value £3780) SS

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Third Race 3.00 - THE JAMAICAN FLIGHT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (Round 1 of the Pontefract Stayers’ Championship 2023) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for four 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). £25 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £20 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 4-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 4-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after April 1st, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race In addition, a memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race A perpetual Challenge Trophy, to be held by the winning owner for one year only, was kindly given for this race by the late Mr & Mrs Peter Lamyman. This race is one of a series of eight stayers’ races run at Pontefract in 2023. Points will be allocated according to the result of each race in the series and the owner, trainer and stable registered on October 23rd, 2023, of the horse collecting the most points will each receive a memento and an additional prize of £1500. 10 entries at £25. - Closed April 5th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS

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Fourth Race 3.30 - THE WHO’LL BE THE 1ST YORKSHIRE WONDER HORSE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) 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. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 1st, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race In addition, a memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race 15 entries, 1 at £15 and 14 at £75. - Closed April 5th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381. (Penalty Value £15462) SS

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Fifth Race 4.00 - THE NAPOLEONS CASINO BRADFORD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9277 to the winning horse The second to receive £4350, the third £2176, the fourth £1087, the fifth £543 and the sixth £271. for three yrs old only, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 1st, 2023, for each race won 6lb. NAPOLEONS CASINO BRADFORD have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition, 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 14 entries at £45. - Closed April 5th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7313; Second £3658; Third £1829; Fourth £914; Fifth £457; Sixth £229. (Penalty Value £9277.20) SS

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Sixth Race 4.30 - THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF ‘HIGH-RISE’ MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5400 to the winning horse The second to receive £2535, the third £1268 and the fourth £634. for maiden three yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, April 5th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race A cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race In addition, a memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race 14 entries at £25. - Closed April 5th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (Penalty Value £5400) SS SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.05 - THE OAP FREE DAY ON MONDAY 24TH APRIL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72; such horses rated 50 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £20 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 9th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 1st, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race In addition, a memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race 23 entries at £20 - Closed April 5th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS

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2023 Fixtures

April

tuesday 11th

Monday 24th

May

Wednesday 3rd

Friday 26th eve

June

Monday 12th eve

sunday 25th July

Monday 3rd

tuesday 11th

Friday 21st eve

sunday 30th August

Wednesday 9th

sunday 20th

september

thursday 21st

thursday 28th

season opener oap Free day

Monday 9th

Monday 23rd

nhc charity day

kiM Wilde

racing For everyone

skyBet sunday series

the art oF racing part 1

pipalong stakes

dreaMs oF FleetWood Mac & Beer Festival

triBute Bands FaMily day

ladies day

in-the-Zone FaMily day

the art oF racing part 2

all aBout the racing

all aBout the racing

season Finale