Pontefract Racecard - Monday 24th April

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Monday 24th April

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First Race 1.50

THENORTHERNCOMMERCIALSIVECOE-DAILY,ZEROEMISSIONSEBF RESTRICTEDNOVICESTAKES(CLASS5)(forhorsesinBandsCandD)(GBBRACE)

for novice two yrs old x Total prize fund £6800

Owners Prize Money. 1st £2902, 2nd £1450, 3rd £726, 4th £362. (Penalty Value £3672) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Easterby (31 wins from 312 runners, 10%) runs ISHE WORTH AGAMBLE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K R Burke (6 wins from 23 runners, 26%) runs INDICATION CALL LONGEST TRAVELLER: DAN DEE PRINCE trained by T Dascombe, Lambourn, 180 miles.

colours no horse st-lb

1 BILLY WEBSTER (IRE) (-)

Br B g Profitable (IRE) - Some Site (IRE) Billy Loughnane (5) J

O The Trading Partnership George Scott, Newmarket T B Herbertstown House Stud The Fitzdares Club S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 9. 30,000 gns yearling, Profitable gelding. Dam, 9f winner who stayed 12.5f, half-sister to smart

1/2m winner Moment In Time out of useful 1 1/4m winner Horatia. Not ruled out.

2 DAN DEE PRINCE (IRE) (-)

TFRHHHII BHA-

9-7 (5)

Br B c Dandy Man (IRE) - Karamaya (IRE) Alistair Rawlinson J

O Roudee Racing 9 Tom Dascombe, Lambourn T

B Aoife Boland & Aaron Boland Roudee Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 10. €12,000 foal, £26,000 yearling, Dandy Man colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including 7f winner Karkiyna and 7f/1m winner Karakour Appeals on paper Interesting newcomer

3 INDICATION CALL (IRE) (5) 02

TFRHHHHH BHA-

9-7 (2)

Br B c Soldier’s Call - Queen Elsa (IRE) Clifford Lee J

O Nick Bradley Racing 5 & E Burke

K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B MCR Bloodstock Ltd Indication Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Soldier’s Call colt who posted a good second of 9 in minor event at Beverley (5f, good to soft) 5 days ago, running on. Solid claims.

4 ISHE WORTH AGAMBLE (GB) (-)

TFRHHHHI BHA-

9-7 (1)

Br B c Camacho - Disco Doris David Allan J

O Mr E. A. Brook Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Stourbank Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 27. 9,000 gns foal, 28,000 gns yearling, Camacho colt. Dam ran once at 2 yrs. Market can guide.

5 BETWEEN ME AND U (GB) (-) (2lb)

Br B g Eqtidaar (IRE) - Love In The Park

O GB Civil Engineering (Leicester) Ltd

B Fifehead Farms - MC Denning

TFRHHHII BHA-

9-5 (7)

Jason Hart J

Ivan Furtado, Newark T

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 18. 4,000 gns foal, 6,500 gns yearling, Eqtidaar gelding. Dam 9f/1 1/4m winner

Betting can prove a good indicator.

6 ADAAY TO WIN (GB) (-) (2lb)

Br B f Adaay (IRE) - Salvo

TFRHHHII BHA-

9-0 (6)

Hollie Doyle J

O The 2 Under Partnership Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T

B Farraday Equine Ltd Tattersalls S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 9. 6,000 gns yearling,Adaay filly Dam, 2-y-o 6fwinnerwho stayed 1m, half-sister to useful winner up to 1 1/4m Cabinet. No forlorn hope on her first start with Hollie Doyle up. TFRHHHII BHA-

7 KAARESS (IRE) (-) (2lb)

9-0 (3)

Br B f Kessaar (IRE) - Baltic Time (IRE) James Sullivan J

O Ownaracehorse Ltd & Mr Ollie Pears Ollie Pears, Malton T

B J. G. Reid & A. Reid

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 2. €4,000 yearling, Kessaar filly Dam 7f/1m winner Not discounted on her debut. 4,000 yearling, Kessaar filly Dam 7f/1m winner Not discounted on her debut. TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: DUCHRAY 2 9 5 Connor Beasley 5-1 (Charlie & Mark Johnston) 8 ran

Record Time: 1min 1.1secs; Median Time: 1min 3.30secs

Probable S.P.’s: 7-4 Indication Call (IRE), 5-1 Dan Dee Prince (IRE), 11-2 Billy Webster (IRE), 13-2 Adaay To Win (GB), 10-1 Ishe Worth Agamble (GB), 14-1 Between Me And U (GB), 18-1 Kaaress (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

DAN DEE PRINCE catches the eye on paper so Tom Dascombe’s newcomer is fancied to edge out recent Beverley second Indication Call, who may have to settle for the runner-up spot once more. George Scott’s Billy Webster is another debutant who needs considering in a race where the market will reveal plenty.

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The winning horse will also receive a sack of carrots kindly donated by Poskitts Vegetable Farmers and Growers.

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Second Race 2.25

THE OAP FREE DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for three yrs old x Total prize fund £6000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

1m 6y

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): K Ryan (22 wins from 150 runners, 15%) runs CAMACHO STAR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Watson (7 wins from 25 runners, 28%) runs KOHANA BREEZE LONGEST TRAVELLER: GOTTAIFAN trained by T Dascombe, Lambourn, 180 miles.

no horse

1 EDMUND IRONSIDE (GB) (14) 00432-2 BF

Br B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Garden Row (IRE) Clifford

O Fine Claret Racing & More Turf Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed with good second of 8 to Camacho Star in handicap at Redcar

days ago. Well in the mix off an unchanged mark.

2 KOHANA BREEZE (IRE) (18) 403-0

Br B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Luxie (IRE) Hollie Doyle J

O Hambleton Racing Ltd XXXVII & Partner Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T

B Pier House Stud Hambleton Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden. Cheekpieces on for 1st time, last of 9 in handicap (40/1) at Southwell (7.1f) 18 days ago. Blinkers go on for 1st time now with lots more needed.

3 MOLTISANTI (IRE) (25) 4055-0

(4)

Br B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Marah Dubai (FR) Billy Loughnane (5) J

O The Many Saints David Loughnane, Tern Hill T

B Mr Artur Smigielski Envirosips Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 15/2, eighth of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 25 days ago so needs to get back on track.

4 CONCORDE (GB) (4) 600-12 D BF

(in 6lb ex) (2)

Br Ch g Sixties Icon - Silca Chiave Ben Curtis J

O Mrs Susan Roy George Boughey, Newmarket T

B Nicola Morrall

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved since sent handicapping, scoring at Redcar (1m) before most unlucky second at Chelmsford City 4 days ago, in command in front but eased prematurely and caught line. Can gain compensation off the same mark. TFRHHHHH BHA55

5 GOTTAIFAN (GB) (19) 50340-0

9-3 (1)

Br Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) - Lava Light Pierre-Louis Jamin (3) J

O Infamous Five Racing Partnership Tom Dascombe, Lambourn T

B Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd Route Agency Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW 50/1 and visored for 1st time, last of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f) 19 days ago. Needs to take a big step forward.

6 HEART OF ACKLAM (GB) (256) 0050-

TFRHHIII BHA59

9-0 (3)

Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Tingleo Rowan Scott J

O Amity Finance Ltd Nigel Tinkler, Malton T

B Cammidge Bloodstock Amity Finance Ltd, Alexanders York S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 12/1, last of 8 in nursery at Beverley (7.4f, good to firm).

Off 8 months with work to do at these weights.

TFRHHIII BHA56

7 CAMACHO STAR (IRE) (14) 0233-21 D 8-12 (7)

Br Ch g Camacho - Desert Way (IRE) Tom Eaves J

O Pallister Racing Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

B CGD Syndicate K. A. Ryan Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW 6/1, career best when winning 8-runner handicap at Redcar (8f, heavy) 14 days ago by 3/4 length from Edmund Ironside. Holds solid place claims despite taking a 3lb rise.

TFRHHHHI BHA54

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: DO I DREAM (IRE) 3 8 3 Andrew Mullen 100-1 (Ben Haslam) 9 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 2. Visor worn by No 5.

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

Stewards Note: MOLTISANTI: Following its run on 30/3/2023 it was reported that the horse ran freely early-on.

CONCORDE: Following its run on 20/4/2023 it was reported that the jockey failed to ride out.

Probable S.P.’s: 2-5 Concorde (GB), 8-1 Edmund Ironside (GB), 17-2 Camacho Star (IRE), 25-1 Moltisanti (IRE), 40-1 Kohana Breeze (IRE), 66-1 Gottaifan (GB), Heart of Acklam (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

CONCORDE was a most unlucky second at Chelmsford City last time so is strongly fancied to resume winning ways off the same mark here. Camacho Star and Edmund Ironside fought out a good finish at Redcar and can chase home George Boughey’s improving sort in that order.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CONCORDE 2.CAMACHO STAR (IRE) 3.EDMUND IRONSIDE

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The winning horse will also receive a sack of carrots kindly donated by Poskitts Vegetable Farmers and Growers.

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Third Race 3.00

2f 5y THE RIU HOTELS AND RESORTS HANDICAP

STAKES (CLASS 2)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £27000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £10970, 2nd £5486, 3rd £2743, 4th £1372, 5th £686, 6th £343.

(Penalty Value £13915.80)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

1m

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Fahey (38 wins from 273 runners, 14%) runs WOOTTON’SUN

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): B Haslam (4 wins from 18 runners, 22%) runs LIGHTENING COMPANY

LONGEST TRAVELLER: KENZAI WARRIOR trained by R Teal, Lambourn, 180 miles.

colours no horse

1 ZEALOT (GB) (39) 1-14111 D

Br B g Pivotal - Devotion (IRE)

O The Horse Watchers 1

B Petches Farm Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Has taken off for this yard, winning 7 of his 9 starts (all AW). Could be even more to come but does need to show he’s as effective on turf (well beaten previous attempt but it was for another stable).

2 AJERO (IRE) (197) 222103-

Br B g Red Jazz (USA) - Eoz (IRE) Jim Crowley J

O Julie and David R Martin and Dan Hall Kim Bailey, Cheltenham T

B Peter & Sandra McCarthy Kim Bailey Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 9f Glorious Goodwood handicap last summer Ended his campaign with a creditable third of 8 there off this mark in October Thereabouts if ready to roll after a break.

3 MARIE’S DIAMOND (IRE) (66) 604-600 C

7 9-7 (7)

Br B or Br h Footstepsinthesand - Sindiyma (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J

O The Wolf Pack & Partner Roger Fell, Nawton T

B Mr Tony Ashley Tote, OR8Wellness S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Twenty four runs since last win in 2021. Struggled in Bahrain at the start of this year and watching brief is the percentage call. TFRHHIII BHA97

4 BARYSHNIKOV (GB) (22) 11300-0 CD

7 9-1 (12)

Br Ch g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Tara Moon Connor Beasley J

O Mr John Knotts & Partner David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T

B M. H. and Mrs G. Tourle Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Went off the boil towards the end of last year and fared no better on his Doncaster reappearance. C&D winner last spring but has something to prove for the time being.

5 DARK MOON RISING (IRE) (44) 45500-0

TFRHHIII BHA91

4 9-0 (9)

Br B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Al Nassa (USA) Shane Gray J

O Mrs Angie Bailey

B Mr N. Al Habtoor

Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

K. A. Ryan Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a useful effort when landing 6-runner conditions event on 1m Chelmsford reapperance last spring. Failed to progress in the face of some stiff tasks later in 2022 and also well held on last month’s AW reappearance at Wolverhampton.

6 SUN KING (IRE) (107) 2/2163-5

TFRHHIII BHA90

4 8-12 (11)

Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Song of My Heart (IRE) Ben Curtis J

O Opulence Thoroughbreds George Boughey, Newmarket T

B Sir Robert Ogden

George Boughey, SBK S

TIMEFORM VIEW 11/2, first run since leaving Aidan O’Brien when creditable fifth of 13 in handicap at Kempton (1m) in January Step back up in trip should suit now returning to turf after a further 107 days off One of the more interesting runners. TFRHHHHI BHA88

7 KENZAI WARRIOR (USA) (14) 20630-0

6 8-11 (10)

Br B or Br g Karakontie (JPN) - Lemon Sakhee (CAN) Jason Watson J

O Rae and Carol Borras

B John D. Gunther

Roger Teal, Lambourn T

Chartplan(2004) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Not beaten far back on the Flat at Kempton a fortnighbt ago and he’s beginning to look well handicapped. One to consider TFRHHHHI BHA87

8 PIECEDERESISTANCE (IRE) (178) 33/2105- CD 5 8-11 (6)

Br B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Positive Step (IRE) Aiden Brookes (5) J

O Ryder and Alex Sugden Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Highpark Bloodstock Ltd Optima Self Store S

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner last summer but not in the same form at York and Newmarket subsequently. Placed twice over hurdles at the end of 2022. First outing for 143 days TFRHHIII BHA87

9 ZEALANDIA (FR) (317) 52430/1-

6 8-10 (8)

Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Belle Ambre Clifford Lee J

O Mr Paul Wildes Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B S.A.S. Elevage Du Haras de Bourgeauville Wildes Hotel Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW French recruit who returned from 7 months off to spring a 33/1 surprise on his York stable debut last June. Slight worry that he’s failed to make it to the track since but he’s clearly capable when fresh. TFRHHHII BHA86

10 CUMULONIMBUS (IRE) (194) 660113- D 4 8-10 (3)

Br Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Queen’s Novel Hollie Doyle J

O Mr P Hickman and Mr D King Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket T

B Ringfort Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Won back to back over this trip at Yarmouth (under Hollie Doyle) and Haydock last September Another good run when third of 9 at Haydock (soft) on final start. Low-mileage 4-y-o who could easily have more to offer Respected.

11 REEL ROSIE (IRE) (219) 150100- D 4 8-10 (4)

Br B f Highland Reel (IRE) - Lady Canford (IRE) Rowan Scott J

O The Reel Wheelers and Dealers Edward Bethell, Middleham T

B Oldcourt Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in handicaps over this trip at York and Newmarket on her final 2 starts last year but she does return to action with her stable among the winners. TFRHHIII BHA86

12 LIGHTENING COMPANY (IRE) (182) 215340- 5 8-6 (2)

Br B g Fast Company (IRE) - Shama’s Song (IRE) Andrew Mullen J

O Middleham Park Racing CXV & Partners Ben Haslam, Middleham T

B Anthony Kirwan Middleham Park Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Pretty useful at his best and he reappears off a mark only 1lb higher than the one he defied at Redcar last spring. Stable among the winners, too, so there are reasons to be hopeful.

13 WOOTTON’SUN (FR) (194) 320155- D 4 8-5 (1)

Br B g Wootton Bassett - Sous Le Soleil (USA) Cam Hardie J

O Mr Steve Bradley Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Mr Herve Viallon Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Latest win at Windsor in September Struggled on soft ground final start but a reappearance win last year shows he’s capable when fresh and he could bounce back.

HHHII BHA81

2022: RAYONG 5 8 4 Franny Norton 13-2 (K R Burke) 13 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 11.

DECLARED RUNNERS 13

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

Probable S.P.’s: 7-2 Zealot (GB), 6-1 Sun King (IRE), 9-1 Ajero (IRE), Cumulonimbus (IRE), 11-1 Zealandia (FR), 14-1 Baryshnikov (GB), 16-1 Dark Moon Rising (IRE), 18-1 Lightening Company (IRE), 20-1 Kenzai Warrior (USA), Wootton’sun (FR), 22-1 Piecederesistance (IRE), Reel Rosie (IRE), 25-1 Marie’s Diamond (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

CUMULONIMBUS was steadily progressive in turf handicaps last autumn and might prove the answer to this tricky-looking handicap. Zealot is an obvious danger if able to transfer this winter’s AW improvement to the grass. Kenzai Warrior, who is starting to look well handicapped, and George Boughey’s Sun King are others who could go well.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

Maria Battersby, Business Development Manager for RIU Hotels and Resorts 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

1.CUMULONIMBUS (IRE) 2.ZEALOT 3.KENZAI WARRIOR (USA)

The winning horse will also receive a sack of carrots kindly donated by Poskitts Vegetable Farmers and Growers.

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BEST TURNED OUT WINNERS

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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!

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Fourth Race 3.35

THE RACING TV ON SKY CHANNEL 424 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Fahey (38 wins from 273 runners, 14%) runs RAVENGLASS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): B Haslam (4 wins from 18 runners, 22%) runs DO I DREAM LONGEST TRAVELLER: SWATCH trained by R Brisland, Stockbridge, 211 miles

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) colours no horse

1 SWATCH (IRE) (177) 4/51000-

Br B g Time Test - Gliding (IRE)

O Mrs Jo Brisland

B Kelly Equine & Liam Quelly

TIMEFORM VIEW 22/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, fifteenth of 17 in handicap at Newmarket (7f, soft). Off 177 days Must improve Gelded since last seen.

2 GLOBAL SPIRIT (GB) (4) 3000-33 CD

Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Centime

Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 12/1, respectable third of 12 in handicap at Ripon

well positioned. Likely contender.

3 VENTURA RASCAL (GB) (221) 540100- CD

Br B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Choisette

Park Racing CVII

B Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Six wins from 23 Flat runs. 17/2, below form 10 1/4 lengths ninth of 15 to Gainsbourg in handicap at this C&D (good). Off 7 months. Others have achieved more. Had wind operation.

4 VACCINE (IRE) (18) 640-245

Br B g Vadamos (FR) - Strike A Light

O RJH LTD and D Stone

(8)

Dods, Darlington T

B Tally-Ho Stud STS Group Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW 12/1, creditable fifth of 12 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f) 18 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter

5 JEWEL MAKER (IRE) (198) 153000- D

Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Sapphire (IRE)

O Reality Partnerships I

HHIII BHA76

8 9-9 (10)

Kirrane (3) J

Easterby, Malton T

B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteenth of 16 in handicap at York (10.2f, good to soft, 80/1). Off 6 months. Back down in trip. Makes limited appeal.

6 MERCURIUS POWER (IRE) (23) 060-640 D

Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Dame Hester (IRE)

HHIII BHA75

5 9-9 (13)

Edmunds J

O Mr Tony Hession Jessica Macey, Doncaster T

B Dame Hester Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW Below form fourteenth of 22 in handicap (80/1) at Doncaster (8f, heavy) 23 days ago. Others more persuasive.

7 STRONGBOWE (FR) (182) 065220- D

HIIII BHA75

7 9-8 (1)

Br B g Siyouni (FR) - Landing Site (FR) David Allan J

O Ryedale Partners No 6 Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Jedburgh Stud & Mr T. De La Heronniere Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 9 in handicap at Leicester (8.2f, heavy, 16/1), slowly away Off 6 months. Hard to recommend.

HIIII BHA74

11 days ago. Can make presence felt.

14 TIPPERARY MOON (IRE) (13) 4-43043 6 9-2 (2)

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 16/1, good 1 1/4 lengths third of 15 to Do I Dream in handicap at this C&D (heavy)

13 days ago, never nearer Merits consideration.

15 DO I DREAM (IRE) (13) 02566-1 CD

BHA68

4 8-13 (15)

Br B f Mondialiste (IRE) - Novita (FR) Graham Lee J

O Chris Cleevely & Racing Knights Ben Haslam, Middleham T

B Elwick Stud Instawood Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back from 5 months off when taking 15-runner handicap (18/5) over C&D (heavy)

13 days ago. 3lb rise fair and bold follow-up bid anticipated. TFRHHHHH BHA65

16 ON THE RIVER (GB) (200) 361256- D

4 8-11 (3)

Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Lady Lekki (IRE) Cam Hardie J

O Mr W. A. Bethell Harriet Bethell, Arnold T

B Daniel Shapiro

TIMEFORM VIEW 15/2, bit below form sixth of 13 in handicap at Ayr (8f, heavy). Off 6 months. First run for yard after leaving Ben Haslam. Needs a couple of these to falter

TFRHHIII BHA63

DECLARED RUNNERS 16 2022: AL QAASIM (IRE) 5 9 4 Daniel Tudhope 3-1 (David O’Meara) 10 ran

Hood worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7, 8, 14. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 1. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3. Record Time: 1min 40.6secs; Median Time: 1min 45.90secs

Stewards Note:

STRONGBOWE: Following its run on 24/10/2022 it was reported that the horse missed the break.

Probable S.P.’s: 9-2 Do I Dream (IRE), 8-1 Ravenglass (IRE), 10-1 Global Spirit (GB), Tipperary Moon (IRE), 12-1 Vaccine (IRE), My Mate Ted (IRE), 16-1 Ventura Rascal (GB), Kaaranah (IRE), Visibility (IRE), 20-1 Willard Creek (GB), 25-1 On The River (GB), 28-1 Strongbowe (FR), 33-1 Swatch (IRE), Jewel Maker (IRE), Gainsbourg (GB), 40-1 Mercurius Power (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Preference is for DO I DREAM, who scored for the second time over C&D earlier this month and remains on a fair mark. My Mate Ted and Global Spirit head the list of dangers.

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.

2023STAYER’S CHAMPIONSHIP

Onceagain,PontefractwillhaveaStayersChampionship forallracesrunoveradistanceofmorethan2miles!

TheJamaicanFlightHandicap

TheIntoTheSkyPontefractMarathon

TheTonyBethellMemorialHandicap

TheSkyBetSundaySeriesPontefractCup

WinAHolidayToDubaiWithRIUHandicap

TheMoorTopFarmshopHemsworthHandicap

TheSearchForTheYorkshireWonderHorseHandicapStakes

TheRacingTVHDBluffCoveHandicap

ThePhilBullTrophyConditionsStakes

Theowner,trainerandstableofthewinnerofthe Championshipwilleachwin£1,500

Pointswillbeawardedasfollows:

Winner:9points

Second:6points

Third:4points

Fourth:3points

CURRENTLEADERBOARD:

1st CHAMPAGNECITY- 9points

2ndCOQUELICOT - 6points

3rdGHADBBAAN- 4points

4thFLINTHILL- 3points

Fifth Race 4.10

THEINTOTHESKYPONTEFRACTMARATHONHANDICAPSTAKES (CLASS6)(Round2ofthePontefractStayers’Championship2023)

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

2m 5f 139y

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): M Hammond (11 wins from 119 runners, 9%) runs VISITE OFFICIELLE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): B Haslam (4 wins from 18 runners, 22%) runs DIDTHEYLEAVEUOUTTO FANCY THAT: P Kirby won this race in 2018 and 2021. The stable runs MISSCARLETT and SMART BOYO today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: TOMORROW’S ANGEL trained by T Davidson, Carlisle, 163 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb Draw

1 GIOVANNI CHANGE (FR) (198) 64/360-

8 9-12 (7)

Br Gr g French Fifteen (FR) - Ask For Rain Jack Garritty J

O Readers & Wiggy, The 8 Amigos & J Burns Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T

B Sarl Elevage Du Haras de Bourgeauville Mark Walford Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEWBack towinningways overhurdles granted an uncontestedlead at Market Rasen (23f) lastAugust. Second in a Doncasterchasewhen last seen in December Lastyear’s turfFlat runs nothing to get excited about but he might find life easiernowdropping to a Class 6.

HHHII BHA63

2 VINTAGE VALLEY (IRE) (18) 505-62 4 9-11 (3)

Br Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Lea Valley Andrew Mullen J

O Mr J. Fyffe Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T

B Ross Moorhead Proactive Personnel Limited, Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Hurdle winner Lightly-raced maiden on Flat Good second of 9 in handicap at Southwell (16.5f, 50/1) 18 days ago, having run of race from front. Significantly up in trip.

3 KITTEN’S DREAM (GB) (10) 410000

HHHHI BHA65

6 9-10 (1)

Br B g Kitten’s Joy (USA) - Strathnaver Dale Swift J

O Mr McSharry & Southwell Racing club Scott Dixon, Rolleston T

B St Albans Bloodstock LLP

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Southwell in February but comfortably held there since.

4 DIDTHEYLEAVEUOUTTO (IRE) (18) 3343-06 10 9-9 (9)

Br Ch g Presenting - Pretty Puttens (IRE)

O Mr John P. McManus

B Mrs Rita Kent

Haslam, Middleham T

TIMEFORM VIEW Sixth of 9 in handicap at Southwell (16.5f, 10/1) 18 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Significantly up in trip. Yard in form and he’s well treated judged on his best Flat form. TFRHHHHH BHA60

5 DEREHAM (GB) (185) 101060- CD

7 9-7 (4)

Br B g Sir Percy - Desiree (IRE) Faye McManoman J

O Emma Berry John Berry, Newmarket T

B Mrs Emma Berry

TIMEFORM VIEW Out of sorts last autumn but he took this race a year ago and returns with his stable in form. Back on a winning mark and no surprise were he to go well in this race again.

6 VISITE OFFICIELLE (FR) (14) 30/040-3

Br Gr m Martinborough (JPN) - Visite Royale (FR)

O Resdev, Mr J Kaye & Mr D Lees

TFRHHHHI BHA58

5 9-7 (6)

Aiden Brookes (5) J

Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Mr Jean-Philippe Dubois Resdev Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bit below form well-held third of 13 in handicap at Redcar (2m, soft, 14/1) 14 days ago.

Significantly up in trip. Others more persuasive.

7 TOMORROW’S ANGEL (GB) (195) 10/0354-

TFRHHIII BHA58

8 9-3 (10)

Br Ch m Teofilo (IRE) - Funday Phil Dennis J

O Gary Etheridge Tristan Davidson

Tristan Davidson, Carlisle T

B Exors of the Late Sir Eric Parker Jewson Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fifth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Ayr (3m, good to soft, 40/1) 69 days ago. Placed off a higher mark on the Flat summer Not discounted.

TFRHHHII BHA54

8 TARBAT NESS (GB) (14) 54006-2 4 8-9 (2) Br Br or Gr g Reliable Man - Ethics Girl (IRE)

Sullivan

O The 1997 Partnership and RHD

B Lawrence Wadey & Emma Berry

TIMEFORM VIEW 22/1 and cheekpieces on first time, excellent second of 13 in handicap at Redcar

days ago, clear of rest. Significantly up in trip. Can make presence felt.

BOYO (GB) (6) 02-2245

g War Command (USA) - Luluti (IRE)

Utilities

& Imad Al Sagar Philip Kirby Racing,

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Respectable fifth of 8 in handicap (6/1) at Southwell (16.5f) 6 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Hollie Doyle takes the ride.

(IRE) (92) 0006-36 C

Br B m Red Rocks (IRE) - Coimbra (USA)

J. Porter

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Bit below form third of 6 in handicap hurdle (2/1) at Newcastle (20.3f, soft)

days ago. Capable of being very competitive from her basement mark back on the Flat

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2022: DEREHAM 6 8 11 Megan Nicholls 13-2 (John Berry) 10 ran

Blinkers worn by No 3, 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 7.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 6, 8, 10.

Record Time: 4mins 47.8secs; Median Time: 4mins 51.00secs

Stewards Note:

KITTEN’S DREAM: Following its run on 14/4/2023 it was reported that the horse hung both ways.

Probable S.P.’s: 10-3 Tarbat Ness (GB), 7-1 Didtheyleaveuoutto (IRE), 15-2 Vintage Valley (IRE), 9-1 Dereham (GB), Tomorrow’s Angel (GB), Smart Boyo (GB), 12-1 Misscarlett (IRE), 14-1 Giovanni Change (FR), Visite Officielle (FR), 20-1 Kitten’s Dream (GB)

With the Ben Haslam stable in good form the suggestion is DIDTHEYLEAVEUOUTTO, with confidence in his chance increased should the betting vibes be strong. John Berry pair Tarbat Ness and Dereham, who won this race last year, may provide the main opposition.

Into The SkyTheatre Group 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.

WELFARE OF HORSES AND RIDERS

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

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Sixth Race 4.45

THE NATIONALHORSERACING

COLLEGE CHARITYDAY

3RD MAYFILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)

for novice three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3414, 2nd £1706, 3rd £854, 4th £426.

(Penalty Value £4320)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): J J Quinn (10 wins from 86 runners, 12%) runs TELLUS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): E Bethell (4 wins from 10 runners, 40%) runs QUANDARY

LONGEST TRAVELLERS: STAR MAP trained by E Dunlop, DEAR DAPHNE trained by G Scott, WILD SIDE trained by G Boughey - all Newmarket, 147 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 DEAR DAPHNE (IRE) (20) 532-2 BF

Br B f Tamayuz - Rebecca Rolfe

O Breen,Williams,Lilley,Rosier & Underwood

B M Brigid B Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWLeftwithalottodoandprobablyshouldhavewononfinal2-y-ostartatLeicester(6f,heavy)andperhapsunluckynottojustifyfavouri

on return in Southwell handicap 20 days ago, just failing. Sets a solid standard and top apprentice up.

2 DOLORES ABERNATHY (GB) (-)

Br B f Footstepsinthesand - Kachess

3 9-2 (1)

O David Lowe David Loughnane, Tern Hill T

B The Lowe Family Galloways Bakers Ltd, Dave Loughnane Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Footstepsinthesand filly Dam, 2-y-o 5f winner on debut, closely related to smart

6f-9f winner Faulkner Makes some appeal on paper and worth a look.

3 QUANDARY (GB) (-)

HHHII BHA-

3 9-2 (4)

Br Ch f Intello (GER) - Augusta Ada Callum Rodriguez J

O Sigsworth Partners Edward Bethell, Middleham T

B L. C. & A. E. Sigsworth West Moor Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Intello filly Sister to winner up to 7f Milbanke. Dam, 6f winner (including at 2 yrs, also over C&D), half-sister to useful sprinter Ice Planet. Plenty to like on paper for in-form yard

4 SELBY’S JOY (GB) (-)

Br B f Massaat (IRE) - Vibrant

O Alison Johnson

TFRHHHII BHA-

3 9-2 (7)

Tom Eaves J

Tony Coyle, Norton T

B Alison Johnson Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Massaat filly Half-sister to winner up to 6f Selby’s Pride for connections. TFRHHHII BHA-

5 STAR MAP (GB) (-)

3 9-2 (6)

Br B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Map of Heaven Oisin Orr J

O G Bishop and A Kirkland

B ORS Bloodstock & Stanley House Stud

Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T

Tattersalls S

TIMEFORM VIEW Starspangledbanner filly Half-sister to 3 winners, including useful winner up to 6f Pennsylvania Dutch and 2-y-o 6fwinner Field of Stars. From a good family and yard have had some newcomers shape up well recently

6 TELLUS (GB) (167) 2224-

Br B f Aclaim (IRE) - Virtuality (USA)

O Honeycomb Stud Mr JO’Rourke & Mr G Fagan

B Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd

TFRHHHII BHA-

3 9-2 (5)

Jason Hart J

John Quinn, Malton T

JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Eager sort who was runner-up 3 times at 2 yrs over 7f, best effort when tongue tied (back on here) and splitting pair rated in the 80s at Catterick. Leading claims dropped in trip on return. TFRHHHHI BHA75

7 WILD SIDE (IRE) (187) 00-

3 9-2 (2)

Br B f Kodiac - Inverse (IRE) Ben Curtis J

O Mrs Fiona Carmichael

George Boughey, Newmarket T

B Tally-Ho Stud Fine & Country Jersey Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Expensive purchase but down the field both starts in the autumn (reportedly lost action at Kempton final start). Work to do on return. TFRHHIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: HOOKED ON YOU (IRE) 3 8 12 P J McDonald 5-2 (K R Burke) 11 ran Tongue Strap worn by No 6.

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

Stewards Note:

WILD SIDE: Following its run on 19/10/2022 it was reported that the horse lost action late-on.

Probable S.P.’s: 6-4 Dear Daphne (IRE), 3-1 Tellus (GB), 7-1 Quandary (GB), 17-2 Star Map (GB), 14-1 Dolores Abernathy (GB), 25-1 Selby’s Joy (GB), Wild Side (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

DEAR DAPHNE probably should have won again on her return at Southwell and has solid claims with top apprentice Billy Loughnane up. Tellus probably has a race in her, while Quandary is an appealing newcomer for a red-hot stable.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DEAR DAPHNE (IRE) 2.TELLUS 3.QUANDARY

Guests on the OAP Free 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.

The winning horse will also receive a sack of carrots kindly donated by Poskitts Vegetable Farmers and Growers.

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.

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.

PHOTO FINISH &STEWARDS ENQUIRIES

In any race where a PHOTO-FINISH has been called for by the judge, an announcement will be broadcast. Photographs are displayed on the CCTV system Photographs and results of Stewards’ enquiries are also displayed as follows:-

GRANDSTAND & PADDOCK: Outside the Raceday Office.

PICNIC ENCLOSURE: By the Transfer Gate to the Grandstand & Paddock Enclosure.

Seventh Race 5.15

JOIN RACING

3y THE

TV NOW HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Fahey (38 wins from 273 runners, 14%) runs GANNON GLORY

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Fahey (4 wins from 28 runners, 14%) runs GANNON GLORY

LONGEST TRAVELLER: SQUEEZEBOX trained by M Appleby, Oakham, 90 miles

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) colours no horse

1 GANNON GLORY (IRE) (48) 30-3425 CD BF

Br B g Cotai Glory - Folegandros Island (FR) Oisin Orr J

O Northern Marking Ltd Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Con Marnane

TIMEFORM VIEW 2/1, fifth of 7 in handicap at Lingfield (5f, AW) 48 days ago. Good claims on previous efforts and won C&D maiden for former stable this time last year

2 MERESIDE ANGEL (IRE) (254) 41/0305- D

Br Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) - Mary Thomas (IRE) Jason Hart J

O Mereside Racing Limited & partner David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T

B Cavalier Bloodstock & James Lombard Kingston Thermal Ltd. S

TIMEFORM VIEW 5f Ripon nursery winner in August 2021 but lightly raced and rather quiet last season. On a workable mark if ready to roll.

3 REFUGE (GB) (22) 10320-4 D

6 9-7 (7)

Br B g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Beldale Memory (IRE) Joanna Mason J

O Laura Mason Syndicate & Julia Lukas Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T

B The Beldale Memory Partnership Stittenham Farms S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 3 times in handicaps at Hamilton (all at 5f) in 2022. Off 6 months,14/1, fourth of 10 in handicap at Doncaster (5f, heavy) on return 22 days ago. Should be closer to form here.

4 REIGNING PROFIT (IRE) (13) 23100-5 D BF

Br Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Reign (IRE)

HHHII BHA68

4 9-7 (4)

O The Chancers Ruth Carr, Stillington T

B Rosemont Stud Pty Ltd XRE Construction Training Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Wolverhampton in November Off 4 months, 2/1, fifth of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 13 days ago, not ideally placed. Down 2lb back on turf

5 SQUEEZEBOX (IRE) (187) 0504- 4 9-6 (2)

Br Ch g Slade Power (IRE) - Beal Ban (IRE)

O ValueRacingClub.co.uk

Daniel Tudhope J

Michael Appleby, Oakham T

B Natasha Newsome Trade Access Panels Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWLightly-racedmaiden.16/1,excellentfourthof17inmaidenatNavan(5f,heavy)whenlastseeninOctober,nearestfinish.Thatformisstrong and he’s an interesting handicap debutant foryard that has few peers when it comes to improving new recruits.

6 SHOWALONG (GB) (202) 400600- D

Br Ch g Showcasing - Muaamara

O RACING KNIGHTS & PTNR

TFRHHHHH BHA67

5 9-6 (8)

David Allan J

Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Lofts Hall Stud & Mrs C. R. Philipson Sound Safety Advice Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Rather quiet last year but very well handicapped as a result. Has been well beaten in 2 runs over C&D though and suspect second time out might be the time to catch him if anything.

7 GLORY HALLELUJAH (IRE) (24) 01340-0 D

TFRHHHII BHA67

4 9-5 (5)

Br Ch g Cotai Glory - Island Vision (IRE) Rowan Scott J

O Mr J Raybould & Mr S Perkins

Nigel Tinkler, Malton T

B Kangyu International Racing Alexanders York S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner last year Tenth of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (5f, 33/1) on return 24 days ago. This should reveal more.

TFRHHHII BHA66

8 JOHN KIRKUP (GB) (123) 406060- CD

8 9-4 (1)

Br Ch g Assertive - Bikini Ben Curtis J

O Mrs Suzanne Kirkup & Mr Kevin Kirkup David Thompson, Darlington T

B W. M. Lidsey The Osteopath Kevin Kirkup S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who scored at Musselburgh in May and some good efforts after in what was a busy year Drawn in 1 on return but record fresh isn’t great.

9 HIGH SECURITY (GB) (24) 10630-4 D

TFRHHHII BHA65

5 9-4 (10)

Br B g Acclamation - Excelette (IRE) Faye McManoman J

O Reliance Racing Partnership Nigel Tinkler, Malton T

B Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd Reliance Medical Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Struck twice over 5f last year Off 5 months, went close when fourth of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (5f, 33/1) on return 24 days ago. More needed in this company.

10 SHOW COMPASSION (GB) (17) 52-3620

TFRHHHII BHA65

4 8-13 (3)

Br Ch f Showcasing - Khaseeb Connor Beasley J

O Mr Dave Stone Michael Dods, Darlington T B S

TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 17 in handicap at Bath (5f, soft, 9/1) 17 days ago, hampered. Capable of picking up a small race TFRHHHII BHA60

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2022: KING OF TONGA (IRE) 6 9 1 Harrison Shaw 25-1 (Declan Carroll) 14 ran Blinkers worn by No. 8. Visor worn by No. 4, 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.

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

Probable S.P.’s: 7-2 Squeezebox (IRE), 9-2 Gannon Glory (IRE), 11-2 Refuge (GB), 6-1 Reigning Profit (IRE), 17-2 High Security (GB), 16-1 Mereside Angel (IRE), 18-1 Show Compassion (GB), 20-1 John Kirkup (GB), 25-1 Showalong (GB), 33-1 Glory Hallelujah (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

SQUEEZEBOX is interesting making his handicap debut for Mick Appleby and could be the way to go from stall 2. Gannon Glory won on his last visit to Pontefract this time last year and can go well back down in grade. Refuge is another to consider.

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.

PHOTOGRAPHY

Anyone taking photographs in a private capacity should bear in mind the following points:-

1. Photographs are taken entirely at your own risk.

2. You must confine your activities to the areas normally open to the public which DO NOT INCLUDE the Track, Saddling Boxes, Stables, Parade Ring, Weighing Room and Unsaddling Enclosure.

3. The use of Flash Attachments is NOT permitted under any circumstances whatsoever.

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.50 - THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS IVECO E-DAILY, ZERO EMISSIONS EBF RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3672 to the winning horse The second to receive £1723, the third £862 and the fourth £431. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, April 18th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd. 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. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £500 towards the prize money for this race 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 All horses which are placed in the first six in an EBF Restricted Maiden or Novice race qualifier in 2023 will be qualified to run in either THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for fillies only) at Goodwood on 27 September, 2023, or THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for colts and geldings only) at York on 13 October, 2023 Both races will be run over seven furlongs. NOTE: Horses entered or declared in a race which is subsequently abandoned will not be eligible to enter a Final. 15 entries at £20.Closed April 18th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2902; Second £1450; Third £726; Fourth £362. (Penalty Value £3672) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.25 - THE OAP FREE DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3140 to the winning horse The second to receive £1473, the third £736, the fourth £368 and the fifth £183. for three yrs old only, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 66 and 67; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £15 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £3 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £12 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 15th, 2023, for each race won 6lb. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 19 entries, 1 at £3 and 18 at £15 - Closed April 18th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2477; Second £1239; Third £619; Fourth £310; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.00 - THE RIU HOTELS AND RESORTS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13915 to the winning horse The second to receive £6525, the third £3264, the fourth £1630, the fifth £815 and the sixth £407. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 81-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102; such horses rated 80 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 81 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 80 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 15th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. RIU HOTELS AND RESORTS 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 19 entries, at £75. - Closed April 18th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10970; Second £5486; Third £2743; Fourth £1372; Fifth £686; Sixth £343. (Penalty Value £13915.80) SS

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Fourth Race 3.35 - THE RACING TV ON SKY CHANNEL 424 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) 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 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £25 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £20 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 15th, 2023, for each race won 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 be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 26 entries, at £25 - Closed April 18th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS

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Fifth Race 4.10 - THE INTO THE SKY PONTEFRACT MARATHON HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (Round 2 of the Pontefract Stayers’ Championship 2023) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 66 and 67; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £20 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10 00 a m. April 22nd. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 4-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 10st; 4-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after April 15th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. INTO THE SKY THEATRE COMPANY 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. 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. 15 entries, at £20. - Closed April 18th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.45 - THE NATIONAL HORSERACING COLLEGE CHARITY DAY 3RD MAY FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4320 to the winning horse The second to receive £2028, the third £1014 and the fourth £507. for novice three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only Enter by noon, April 18th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 22nd. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 2lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 13lb 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). A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 13 entries at £20. - Closed April 18th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3414; Second £1706; Third £854; Fourth £426. (Penalty Value £4320) SS

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Seventh Race 5.15 - THE JOIN RACING TV NOW 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 22nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 15th, 2023, for each race won 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 be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries, at £20. - Closed April 18th, 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

season opener oap Free day

nhc charity day

kiM Wilde

racing For everyone

skyBet sunday series

Wednesday 9th

sunday 20th

september

thursday 21st

thursday 28th

Monday 9th

Monday 23rd

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