Pontefract Racecard - Monday 12th June

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MONDAY 12TH JUNE

UNDER THE RULES OF RACING

PATRON THE COUNTESS OF HALIFAX

STEWARDS

CHIEF STEWARD MICHAEL EYRE

STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR NEIL EDMINSON

TRAINEE STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR MIKE GOODFELLOW

STEWARD ROBERT McCARTHY

ASSISTANT STEWARD LOUISE NEALE

RACEDAYASSISTANT HELEN KINSELLA

STARTERS STUART TURNER, LEE JONES

JUDGE DI CLARK

CLERK OFTHE SCALES CLAUDIA MARELLI

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS DAVID COOK, GRAHAM GRAY, ALEC DENT

VETERINARY OFFICER MATT BUTTERELL

VETERINARY SURGEONS MARK ANDREWS, NORRIE GRAHAM

MEDICAL OFFICERS Dr GARY LEES, Dr PAUL DEWHIRST, Dr VIVTUT

BETTING RING MANAGER MARK RYAN

COMMENTATOR DARREN OWEN

SAFEGUARDING LEAD RICHARD HAMMILL

SAFEGUARDING DEPUTY CAROL NICKELS

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OFFICIAL PROGRAMME

PLAN OF ENCLOSURES

1. DALBYSTAND AND PREMIER ENTRANCE:

Private Hospitality Boxes

Champagne Bar

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Toilets (incl Disabled)

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Restaurant

Owners & Trainers Bar

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Weighing Room

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Premier Enclosure Dining Room

Premier Lounge Bar

Annual Badge Holders Bar

Toilets (incl Disabled)

GRANDSTAND &PADDOCKENCLOSURE

Lounge Bar

Grandstand & Paddock Riders Bar

Self Service Dining Room

Furlong Bar

Balcony Bar

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Pizza in the Paddock Bar and Terrace

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WHAT’SHAPPENINGTODAY:

3pm 4pm

4.30pm

Wearehostinganorientationtourbeforethegeneral publicareadmitted.Wewillhighlightsomeofthe recentlyupgradedfacilitiesforthosewhomayhave additionalneedsorspecificaccessibility requirements.

Therewillbea‘tripdownmemorylane’featuringa shortBBCvideofrom1975andapresentationlooking atthehistoryoftheRacecourse.

Sunflowerlanyardsareavailableattheentrances. TherearealsosunflowerbenchesontheMarquee SiteinaquietareaoftheRacecourse,specificallyfor thosewhoneedalittlespace.

4.30pm onwards 5pm onwards

Wehaveanautismfriendly,mobilesensoryspaceon theMarqueeLawn,totheleftoftheParadeRing.

WehavetwoBSLinterpreterswithus.Onewillbe signingtheracecommentaryonthebigscreenwile theotherwillbeonhandinthePaddockBarareaand selfservicerestaurant.

5pm onwards

Largefontmenusandracecardsareavailablefromthe RacedayOfficethroughouttheevening.

BritishSignLanguage Interpreters

WehavetwoBSLinterpretersheretoday,toassist racegoers.

NickandOliviawillbeavailableinthefollowing locations:

TripDownMemoryLane 4pm

IntheBettingHalltosigntheTripDown MemoryLanePresentation.

BarandRestaurantAdvice

5.30pm9pm

IntheGrandstand&Paddockbarandself servicerestaurantareas.Theywillalsomake tripstotheParadeRingareaduringtheevening.

RaceCommentary

6pm9pm

Theracecommentaryforeachracewillbesigned onthebigscreenontheoppositesideofthetrack.

First Race 6.00

THETRUEYORKSHIREMANTRAININGSERIESAPPRENTICE HANDICAPSTAKES(CLASS5)(PartoftheRacingExcellenceSeries)

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) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

For conditions of this race, see page 35

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D O’Meara (26 wins from 153 runners, 17%) runs SOUL SEEKER

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D O’Meara (5 wins from 57 runners, 9%) runs SOUL SEEKER

LONGEST TRAVELLER: JARVIS trained by A Duffield, Leyburn, 60 miles.

5 days ago. Likely to be thereabouts.

2 JARVIS (IRE) (34) 20000-5 D

HHHHI BHA72

4 9-11 (1)

Br Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Sorry Woman (FR) William Pyle J

O Ingham Racing Syndicate Ann Duffield, Leyburn T

B Newtown Stud Syndicate Sims Suzuki S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 5f winner for Ger Lyons. Didn’t hit the ground running for this yard last autumn but better signs after a break when fifth of 10 at Newcastle (5f) last month, showing good speed. Entitled to be sharper for run and he’s well treated on peak form.

3 BERT KIBBLER (GB) (13) 150205 D

HHHHH BHA71

5 9-10 (5)

Br B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Annie Beach (IRE) Liam Wright (3) J

O Mrs D. Dalby & Harrowgate Bloodstock Ltd David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T

B Mrs S. C. Barron Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Southwell in March. Best not judged on latest last of 5 at Nottingham as he reared badly leaving the stalls. Cheekpieces on first time.

4 COTTAM LANE (GB) (7) 05330-0 C D

TFRHHHII BHA70

5 9-9 (3)

Br B g Twilight Son - Alsium (IRE) Alex Jary (3) J

O The Racing Emporium Nigel Tinkler, Malton T

B Callipygian Bloodstock Racing Emporium Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Fifteen runs since last win in 2021. Ninth of 13 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good, 25/1) on reappearance 7 days ago. Needs to have come on a fair bit in a short time. TFRHHIII BHA69

5 BLAZING HOT (GB) (10) 3151-05 D

Br Ch g Hot Streak (IRE) - A Great Beauty

6 9-8 (2)

Mia Nicholls (3) J

O Mr Ron Hull David C. Griffiths, Wiseton T

B Plantation Stud Ron Hull Group Of Companies S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Southwell in December Off 4 months, first run since leaving David Brown when fifth of 7 in handicap at Catterick (5f, good to firm) 10 days ago. Should be sharper for the outing.

6 INDIAN SOUNDS (IRE) (7) 4-04044 D BF

Br B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Sarinda

O I Massheder g shields sandfield racing

B Godolphin

TFRHHHII BHA68

7 9-4 (4)

Elle-May Croot (3) J

Paul Midgley, Westow T

TIMEFORM VIEW Not an obvious one having had 26 runs since his last win in 2020 but his stable has an excellent record in this race (has won last 4 runnings).

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

TFRHHHHI BHA64

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 3. Blinkers worn by No 5.

Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2.

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

Stewards Note:

JARVIS: Following its run on 9/5/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference.

BERT KIBBLER: Following its run on 30/5/2023 it was reported that the horse jumped awkwardly from the stalls.

Probable S.P.’s: 5-2 Soul Seeker (IRE), 3-1 Indian Sounds (IRE), 7-2 Jarvis (IRE), 7-1 Bert Kibbler (GB), 11-1 Blazing Hot (GB), 12-1 Cottam Lane (GB)

There were quite encouraging signs from the well-handicapped JARVIS on his AW reappearance 5 weeks ago and he’s given a chance to build on that. Indian Sounds is on a long losing run but the Paul Midgley stable does very well in this race so he’s feared most ahead of last week’s Ripon second Soul Seeker.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.JARVIS (IRE) 2.INDIAN SOUNDS (IRE) 3.SOUL SEEKER (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

POSITION OF STALLS

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

THE TRUE YORKSHIREMAN PACKAGE

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AvailableonMidweekandSundayMeetingsin advance.

Theticketincludes:

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• ApintofJohnSmiths/Fostersoraglassofhouse wine

• Apie

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Second Race 6.30

THENORTHERNCOMMERCIALS-IVECODAILYDRIVEAWAY RANGEEBFMAIDENFILLIES’STAKES(CLASS5)(GBBRACE)

for maiden two yrs old fillies 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 35

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Easterby (31 wins from 309 runners, 10%) runs FAST LOVE & OCEANIC WONDER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (18 wins from 85 runners, 21%) runs SOVERAINE LONGEST TRAVELLER: SAY HELLO trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 214 miles.

colours no horse st-lb Draw

1 ALNOORY STAR (IRE) (-) 9-2 (2)

Br B f Ardad (IRE) - Athbah Pat Cosgrave J

O Mr Jaber Abdullah Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T

B Clara Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 29. 40,000 gns foal, £80,000 yearling, Ardad filly Dam unraced out of useful 1 1/4m winner Lady Liberty Fetched a fair bit last year and one to note (yard 2-7 here)

2 CALAFRIO (GB) (-)

TFRHHHII BHA-

9-2 (7)

Br Gr f Le Brivido (FR) - Fire Orchid Andrew Mullen J

O The Invisible Man Partnership Philip Kirby, Richmond T

B Overbury Stallions & Conduit Farm Stud Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 25. 40,000 gns 2-y-o, Le Brivido filly Half-sister to 2-y-o 7f winner Orchid Bloom. Dam, 2-y-o 7f winner, half-sister to useful winner up to 1m (stayed 10.5f) Bahia Breeze.

3 FAST LOVE (GB) (11) 6

TFRHHHII BHA-

9-2 (6)

Br B f Time Test - Peak Spirit (IRE) Duran Fentiman J

O Mr Abbas Alalawi Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Abbas Al Alawi Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEWDam unraced out of half-sister to GreatVoltigeur Stakeswinner Centennial. 80/1, sixth of 10 in fillies’ novice at Ripon (6f, good to firm) on debut 11 days ago, shaping well. Should progress, not least when upped in trip

4 HELGA BRANDT (IRE) (-)

TFRHHHII BHA-

9-2 (8)

Br B f Mehmas (IRE) - Felix Gold (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J

O Bronte Collection 1

B Lynn Lodge Stud

K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

TIMEFORM VIEWFoaled January 30. 65,000 gns yearling. Dam, maiden (stayed 1 1/4m), half-sister to 2-y-o 6f/7fwinner (stayed 1 1/4m) Bunker and 2-y-o 7fwinner Imperial Fighter (both smart). Likely type on paper and a market move would be interesting TFRHHHHI BHA-

5 NARIKO (IRE) (-)

Br B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Guana (IRE)

O Miss Kerri Radcliffe

B Patrick Gleeson

9-2 (3)

Tom Eaves J

Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled May 7. €90,000 yearling, 600,000 gns 2-y-o. Half-sister to several winners, including smart 2-y-o 5fwinner Rumble Inthejungle, third in the Middle Park. Cost a fortune at the Breeze-Ups and makes plenty of appeal.

TFRHHHHH BHA-

6 NEVERSTOPDREAMING (IRE) (16) 4 9-2 (5)

Br Gr or Gr f No Nay Never (USA) - Snowflakes (IRE) P. J. McDonald J

O Coverdale Stud James Horton, Middleham T

B Snowflakes Syndicate Manor House Farm S

TIMEFORM VIEW€220,000yearling.Dam,8.4fwinner,sistertoverysmartwinnerupto11/4mWinter(including1000Guineas)outofsmart6f/7fwinnerLaddies PokerTwo. 13/2, fourth of 7 in maiden at Goodwood (6f, good to firm) on debut 16 days ago. More to come.

TFRHHHII BHA-

7 OCEANIC WONDER (GB) (51) 0 9-2 (4)

Br B f Pastoral Pursuits - Grand Liaison Sean Kirrane (3) J

O Archwill Bloodstock Limited

Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Archwill Bloodstock Limited Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Pastoral Pursuits filly Dam 1 1/4m-1

winner 16/1, last of 7 in maiden at Thirsk (5f, heavy) on debut 51 days ago. Bred more for stamina than speed and likely to need more time. TFRHIIII BHA-

8 SAY HELLO (GB) (14) 30

9-2 (9)

Br B f Showcasing - Hello Glory Rob Hornby J

O Whitsbury Manor Stud and Mrs M. E. Slade Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Whitsbury Manor Stud and Mrs M. E. Slade R M Beckett Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising start at Sandown (5f) although that form hasn’t worked out and she was disappointing at Windsor (6f, good to firm) 14 days ago.

9 SOVERAINE (IRE) (-)

TFRHHHII BHA-

9-2 (1)

Br B f Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Big Boned (USA) Jason Hart J

O Kingsley Park 37 - Gold Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B N. Hartery Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled May 13. €42,000 yearling. Half-sister to several winners, including winner up to 6f K Club and winner up to 6f Back To Brussels, both useful. Dam maiden (stayed 7f). Appealing page and yard usually target this.

TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: DOUBLE O (IRE) 2 9 2 Silvestre De Sousa 2-1 (David Loughnane) 10 ran

Record Time: 1min 14.0secs; Median Time: 1min 16.90secs

Stewards Note:

FAST LOVE: Following its run on 1/6/2023 it was reported that the horse was impeded very early-on

SAY HELLO: Following its run on 29/5/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run

Probable S.P.’s: 3-1 Neverstopdreaming (IRE), 7-2 Nariko (IRE), 7-1 Helga Brandt (IRE), Soveraine (IRE), 15-2 Alnoory Star (IRE), 10-1 Fast Love (GB), 12-1 Say Hello (GB), 33-1 Calafrio (GB), 200-1 Oceanic Wonder (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

NARIKO was one of the top lots at the Craven Breeze-Ups, fetching a whopping 600,000 guineas, and it would be no surprise to see her make a winning start. The betting will be informative, of course, with Helga Brandt and Soveraine a couple more interesting local newcomers. €220,000 yearling Neverstopdreaming made a promising start at Goodwood and should improve

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.NARIKO (IRE) 2.HELGA BRANDT (IRE) 3.SOVERAINE (IRE)

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.

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.

ST JOHN AMBULANCE

The Pontefract Executive wish to thank the ST. JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE for the excellent services which they provide at Race Meetings.

The British EBF will allocate £2 million to prize money in 2023, thanks to the contributions of our British Stallion studs:

ALNE PARK FARM

BATSFORD STUD

BEARSTONE STUD

BESWICK BROTHERS BLOODSTOCK

BWLARTH FARM

CHAPEL STUD

CHEVELEY PARK STUD

DARLEY

DUNRAVEN STUD

ELUSIVE BLOODSTOCK

ETHERIDGE STUD

GRAZEMOOR FARM

The British EBF: supporting British Racing since 1983

GROOMSBRIDGE STUD

HEDGEHOLME STUD

HIGHCLERE STUD

JUDDMONTE

LANWADES STUD

MEIKLEHAUGH STUD

MARCH HARE STUD

MICKLEY STUD

NATIONAL STUD

NEWSELLS PARK STUD

NORMAN COURT STUD

NORTON GROVE STUD

NUNSTAINTON STUD

OAKGROVE STUD

OVERBURY STUD

RABBAH BLOODSTOCK

SHADE OAK STUD

SHADWELL

TWEENHILLS STUD

VAUTERHILL STUD

WHITSBURY MANOR STUD

WILLOW WOOD STUD

WITHYSLADE FARM

YORTON FARM

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Third Race 7.00

4f 5y THE AUTISM IN RACING HANDICAP

STAKES (CLASS 3)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £25000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £10040, 2nd £5020, 3rd £2510, 4th £1255, 5th £628, 6th £313, 7th £158, 8th £78.

(Penalty Value £12740)

For conditions of this race, see page 35

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Fahey (35 wins from 273 runners, 13%) runs KNIGHT OF HONOUR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (18 wins from 85 runners, 21%) runs LA PULGA LONGEST TRAVELLER: GLASSES UP trained by R M Smith, Galston, 223 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb Draw

1 MATCHLESS (IRE) (37) 30255-1 D

5 9-9 (9)

Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Bye Bye Birdie (IRE) P. J. McDonald J

O John Marriott Jennie Candlish, Leek T

B Coolmore Torvic Magnets, Pra World Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW 7/4, creditable second of 5 in handicap hurdle at Kelso (16.2f, good to firm) 15 days ago. Useful on the Flat (winner of latest start in this sphere at Doncaster early last month) but this is tougher up 4lb. TFRHHHII BHA88

2 LA PULGA (IRE) (4) 631-641

4 9-8 (in 5lb ex)(3)

Br B g Kodiac - Nijah (IRE) Joe Fanning J

O RaceShare - La Pulga Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B McCracken Farms Raceshare S

TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 3 runs this year 15/8, career best when winning 4-runner handicap at Hamilton (13.1f, good to firm) 4 days ago, pushed out. Merits respect butwill need to raise his game again in orderto defya penaltyin this more competitive race TFRHHHII BHA82

3 ZEALANDIA (FR) (16) 30/1-004 D

6 9-3 (8)

Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Belle Ambre Paul Hanagan J

O Ian Williams Racing Club Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B S.A.S. Elevage Du Haras de Bourgeauville

TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable fourth of 10 in handicap at Chester (12.3f, good, 14/1) 16 days ago. On that evidence, he appears to be returning to the boil and he’s one to consider Yard also saddles C’Mon Kenny. TFRHHHII BHA82

4 KNIGHT OF HONOUR (IRE) (16) 100360

4 9-3 (2)

Br B g Decorated Knight - Princess Noor (IRE) Oisin Orr J

O AlMohamediya Racing Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Saleh Al Homaizi & Imad Al Sagar

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Sakhir in January Ninth of 10 in handicap at Chester (12.3f, good, 25/1) 16 days ago, very slowly away On a good mark judged on peak form but several of these are more appealing judged on recent exploits. TFRHHIII BHA82

5 REAL TERMS (GB) (26) 1336-65 D

Br B m Champs Elysees - Easy Terms

O Mr Grant Tuer

B Mr E. Tuer

6 8-13 (6)

Oliver Stammers J

Grant Tuer, Northallerton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable fifth of 18 in handicap (12/1) at York (11.8f, good to firm) 26 days ago, faring best of those held up. Very much one to consider on the back of that eye-catching effort. TFRHHHHH BHA78

6 CARRIGILLIHY (GB) (17) 123-531 CD

Br Gr g New Bay - Spectacle

O The Harmonious Lot & Partner

B Juddmonte Farms Ltd

5 8-7 (5)

Duran Fentiman J

Tim Easterby, Malton T

Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner, including when posting a career best in an 8-runner handicap (good) 17 days ago, just holding on. Should give it a good shot but more needed up 3lb in this higher grade. TFRHHHII BHA72

7 C’MON KENNY (GB) (16) 641/3-03

7 8-5 (1)

Br Gr g Dutch Art - Bite of The Cherry Andrew Mullen J

O Ne-Chance Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Miss K. Rausing Lenat International UK Ltd. S

TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable third of 7 in handicap at Haydock (11.8f, good to firm, 3/1) 16 days ago, finishing with running left Every inch a leading contender off the same mark. TFRHHHHI BHA70

8 GLASSES UP (USA) (11) 00-0452

8 8-4 (4)

Br Ch g English Channel (USA) - Hurricane Hallie (USA) Paddy Mathers J

O The Jolly Beggars R. Mike Smith, Galston T

B Calumet Farm Weatherbys Racing Bank, The Injured Jockey Fund S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty-three runs since last win in 2021. 9/2, creditable second of 5 in handicap at Carlisle (14.2f, good to soft) 11 days ago. Others preferred for win purposes.

9 HEZMIE (IRE) (9) 0604-00

4 8-4 (7)

Br B f Divine Prophet (AUS) - Zoumie (IRE) Paula Muir (3) J

O Mr Allan Davies Chris Fairhurst, Middleham T

B Dr Tom Purcell Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 8 in handicap (14/1) at Doncaster (14.5f, good to firm) 9 days ago.

3lb ‘wrong’ at the weights and likely to come up short once again.

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Record Time: 2mins 33.72secs; Median Time: 2mins 40.80secs

Stewards Note:

KNIGHT OF HONOUR: Following its run on 27/5/2023 it was reported that the horse was slow to leave the stalls.

REAL TERMS: Following its run on 17/5/2023 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on.

Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 La Pulga (IRE), 9-2 C’Mon Kenny (GB), 11-2 Real Terms (GB), 13-2 Carrigillihy (GB), 7-1 Matchless (IRE), 8-1 Zealandia (FR), 12-1 Glasses Up (USA), 20-1 Knight of Honour (IRE), 40-1 Hezmie (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Having caught the eye in a big-field York handicap last month, REAL TERMS could be the answer to this competitive contest. She did well to finish as close as she did on the Knavesmire, all things considered, and remains just 1lb above her last winning mark. C’Mon Kenny also left the strong impression that his turn is near when a closing third recently at Haydock and he is second choice ahead of stablemate Zealandia and Matchless.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.REAL TERMS 2.C’MON

Bobby Beevers, Chair and Founder of Autism in Racing 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

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

The Racecourse Executive would like to thank our sponsors today

KENNY 3.ZEALANDIA (FR)

BEST TURNED OUT WINNERS

Friday 26th May

RACE HORSE GROOM

1 2 3 4 5 6

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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!

This year we would like to reward the yard that receives the most best turned out awards at the end of the season with a tasty treat! Currently there is a three way tie at the top of the table, between Roger Fell, Micky Hammond and Richard Fahey, each yard has already won three Best Turned Out Prizes this year!

Thank you!

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:

Fourth Race 7.30

THETONYBETHELLMEMORIALHANDICAPSTAKES(CLASS5) (Round3ofthePontefractStayersChampionship2023)

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 35

2m 1f 27y

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Jefferson (3 wins from 12 runners, 25%) runs FLINT HILL

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (18 wins from 85 runners, 21%) runs YORKINDNESS

WEIGHTWATCHER: BYRON HILL won off a handicap mark of 75, his rating is now down 5lb to 70.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: BYRON HILL trained by R Hughes, Upper Lambourn, 177 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb Draw

1 BYRON HILL (IRE) (37) 103-000 6 9-9 (1)

Br B g Kingston Hill - Gwen Lady Byron (IRE) Pat Cosgrave J

O Mr D. A. Thorpe Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T

B Morgan Cahalan The Garden Cider Company Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Unable to land a blow when seventh of 11 in handicap at Goodwood (16f, heavy)

37 days ago. Cheekpieces on first time and this represents a drop in class. TFRHHHII BHA70

2 FLINT HILL (GB) (28) 03-3461 CD

7 9-8 (5)

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 Didn’t need to improve to win 7-runner handicap at Catterick (15.9f, good, 5/1) 28 days ago, well positioned. Likely to give it another good go from just 1lb higher

3 GIOVANNI CHANGE (FR) (49) 64/360-1 C 8 9-6 (2)

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

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

B Sarl Elevage Du Haras de Bourgeauville

TIMEFORM VIEW Better known as a fairly useful hurdler, career best when winning 9-runner handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (23.1f) 31 days ago. Flat winner over 21.6f here prior to that and he’s clearly thriving.

4 YORKINDNESS (GB) (10) 6-24204 BF

HHHHH BHA67

4 9-4 (3)

Br B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Yorkidding Joe Fanning J

O Mr Paul Robert York Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Mr Paul Robert York Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has just a Hamilton maiden win to his name so far. Sent off 5/4 but was disappointing when fourth of 8 in handicap at Carlisle (17.2f, good to soft) 10 days ago.

5 EASY EQUATION (FR) (2) 533314

TFRHHHII BHA65

5 8-9 (4)

Br B g Rajsaman (FR) - Simple Solution (USA) J

O Roy Humphrey & J S Moore

NON-RUNNER

J. S. Moore, Upper Lambourn T

B Madame Karen Doyle Roy Humphrey Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Lingfield in June. 11/4, fourth of 6 in handicap at Lingfield (16.3f, good to firm) 2 days ago. TFRHHHHI BHA56

per Ma ORM handicap at field days

DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2022: OVERHAUGH STREET 9 8 7

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1.

Record Time: 3mins 40.67secs; Median Time: 3mins 44.60secs

Shane Gray 16-1 (Ed de Giles) 6 ran

Probable S.P.’s: 10-11 Giovanni Change (FR), 11-4 Yorkindness (GB), 4-1 Flint Hill (GB), 10-1 Byron Hill (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

GIOVANNI CHANGE is thriving in both codes, and with this revised mark more than fair, he can complete the hat-trick. Flint Hill has plenty of form at Pontefract and he’s a big threat. If Yorkindness can bounce back from his run at Carlisle, he can’t be discounted.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GIOVANNI CHANGE (FR) 2.FLINT HILL 3.YORKINDNESS

Chairman of Pontefract Racecourse, William Bethell, and David Brotherton will present a memento and Perpetual Challenge Trophy 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.

You must be 18 or over to place a bet

You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet

If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted

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.

RECORD TIMES

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!

TheBillCarrigillMemorialHandicap

6thDecember1956–16thJune2022

Ican’tthinkofabetterwaytohonourBillthantohavearaceinhis memory.Helovedgoingtotheraces,somuchso,thatin2009he becameanannualmember,here,atPontefractRacecourse.

Herarelymissedaracedayandalwayslovedwalkingaroundthecourse talkingtoowners,trainersandjockeysaswellastohisfellowmembers intherestaurant.

Today,hisfamilyandfriendshavecometogethertorememberhimin thisspecialwayandtocelebratehislifeafterpassingawayalmostone yearago.WewillespeciallymissyoutodayBill,eventhoughyouare alwaysinourhearts.

Fifth Race 8.00

THE BILL CARRIGILL MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS

6)

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 35

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): P Midgley (22 wins from 141 runners, 16%) runs A SHINING MOON TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Fell & S Murray (6 wins from 29 runners, 21%) runs IRON SHERIFF

WEIGHTWATCHER: MC’TED won off a handicap mark of 64, his rating is now down 6lb to 58.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: MC’TED trained by J Parr, Newmarket, 147 miles

5y

colours no horse age st-lb Draw

1 A SHINING MOON (IRE) (17) 400-001 CD

5 9-9 (5)

Br Ch g Sea The Moon (GER) - Aliana (GER) Graham Lee J

O R Wardlaw & Partners Paul Midgley, Westow T

B Guenter Merkel

TIMEFORM VIEW Reacted well to first-time cheekpieces when springing 25/1 surprise over C&D 17 days ago. Raised 5lb but a bigger issue is probably whether the headgear has the same effect again. TFRHHHII BHA60

2 IRON SHERIFF (IRE) (12) 041413 D

5 9-8 (3)

Br B g Lawman (FR) - Rebelline (IRE) Jonny Peate (3) J

O C & D Bell, C mollan, G Bye Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton T

B Skymarc Farm

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrived in recent weeks, winning over this trip at Newcastle and Redcar Shaped as if still in good form when third at Hamilton (9f) 12 days ago. Should go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA59

3 MC’TED (GB) (26) 3-35320 D

5 9-7 (1)

Br B g Garswood - Granny McPhee Alice Bond (7) J

O Mr Stuart Bond Joseph Parr, Newmarket T

B Mr Allan McNamee

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest effort at Bath last time but placed on 3 of his 4 starts prior to that and capable of bouncing back.

4 CALCUTTA DREAM (IRE) (18) 131240 D BF

HHHII BHA58

5 9-5 (4)

Br B g Iffraaj - Short Affair Shane Gray J

O Calcutta Dream Partnership Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T

B Aston House Stud Stittenham Farms S

TIMEFORM VIEW Two AW wins in January Not at best at Chelmsford last time and now back on turf for the first time this year Stable won the race last year

5 HER WAY (GB) (7) 0/-03604 D 5 9-2 (6)

Br Ch m Charming Thought - On Her Way

Beasley J

O Thoroughbred Homes Ltd Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T

B Blue Blood Breeding 3 Ltd Gemma Tutty Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable fourth of 13 in handicap (14/1) at Thirsk (1 1/2m, good) 7 days ago, making effort earlier than ideal. One to consider back at shorter

6 TIBERIO FORCE (GB) (12) 133-000 D

Br Bl g Lethal Force (IRE) - Rio’s Rosanna (IRE)

HHHHH BHA53

4 8-13 (8)

Dennis J

O Mr James Marshall & Freya Marshall Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft T

B Mr James Marshall & Mr Chris Marshall

TIMEFORM VIEW 17/2, seventh of 9 in handicap at Beverley (1 1/2m, good to firm) 12 days ago. First-time blinkers (replacing cheekpieces) need to have a positive effect.

7 AIR OF APPROVAL (IRE) (13) 500

Br Gr m Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Rhiannon (IRE)

TFRHHIII BHA50

5 8-13 (7)

Aiden Brookes (5) J

O Mr G King Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Dc Investments Ltd Micky Hammond Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in 2 bumpers and 3 Flat starts. More chance now handicapping at a low level bit still tough to make a strong case for.

TFRHHIII BHA50

8 ISLA DIAMONDS (GB) (14) 04000-5

8 8-9 (2)

Br Ch m Trans Island - Queen of Diamonds (IRE) Andrew Mullen J

O Mr M. E. Sowersby Mike Sowersby, Malton T

B T. C. Dawson Mike Sowersby Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW 66/1, 7 1/2 lengths fifth of 9 to Iron Sheriff in handicap at Redcar (1 1/4m, good)

14 days ago, some late headway after getting hampered. TFRHHIII BHA45

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: UNPLUGGED (IRE) 6 9 9 Shane Gray 12-1 (Michael & David Easterby) 9 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 6. Hood worn by No. 4. Blinkers worn by No. 5.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

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

Stewards Note:

TIBERIO FORCE: Following its run on 31/5/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered on the run-in.

Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 Iron Sheriff (IRE), 4-1 A Shining Moon (IRE), 5-1 Calcutta Dream (IRE), 6-1 Her Way (GB), 15-2 Mc’ted (GB), 12-1 Tiberio Force (GB), 28-1 Air of Approval (IRE), 33-1 Isla Diamonds (GB)

The vote goes to HER WAY who was a bit better than the result over 1 1/2m at Thirsk last week and can take advantage of her reduced mark back at her optimum trip. The thriving Iron Sherriff is clear second choice ahead of Mc’Ted.

Sue, Emma and Robert Carrigill 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

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.

ABANDONMENT - TICKETS & REFUNDS

IN THE EVENT of racing being ABANDONED after the first race has been run, NO REFUNDS WILL BE MADE in respect of admission charges, NOR WILL ANY ABANDONMENT TICKETS ISSUED BE VALID.

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.

PLAY SMARTER

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Mr wolf

Many of you will remember the hero of several Ponte meetings of the past - Mr Wolf!

We thought it was about time we found out about the horse behind the name, and so we’ve had an in depth interview with the horse himself, asking those probing questions that you’ve always wanted to know.

Factfile

Name: Mr Wolf

Age: 22

Sire: Woldhound

Dam: Madam Millie

Number of Career Wins: 13

Number of Ponte Wins: 8

Number of Lifetime Runs: 113 Track First Race Won: Newcastle

How many different jockeys won on him? 8

Famous relations: Brother to Celtic Mill who won 17 times (twice at Ponte) including a Group 2. He also holds the course record of 5 furlongs at Doncaster!

Q&A

What’s your favourite food?

Polos and grass

What are your dislikes?

Rain, having to stay in a stable, straight tracks and the vets

And your likes?

Sunshine, running fast and being the centre of attention. I also love going out in the field and LOVE rolling in mud!

Do you have any bad habits?

Weaving, impatience & bucking

Who’s your favourite jockey?

Fergal Lynch

And finally, what’s your favourite Racecourse? PONTEFRACT - obviously!

Sixth Race 8.30

THE MR WOLF SPRINT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for three 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 35

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Easterby (31 wins from 309 runners, 10%) runs PANAMA CITY

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (10 wins from 112 runners, 9%) runs PANAMA CITY

LONGEST TRAVELLER: CORINTHIA KNIGHT trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, 177 miles

colours no horse

1 OSO RAPIDO (IRE) (10) 200-506 CD

Br B g Kodiac - Burke’s Rock Daniel Tudhope J

O Woodhurst Construction & G Chrysanthou Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton T

B George Kent Woodhurst Construction Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 15/2, sixth of 8 in handicap at Doncaster (6f, good to

rm) 10 days ago. Claims on best form.

2 GRANT WOOD (IRE) (231) 053524-

Br Gr g Caravaggio (USA) - Azagba (FR) Graham Lee J O Whitehills Racing Syndicate

TIMEFORM VIEWFairlyuseful gelding. Made good start forEricAlstonwhen runner-up at Leicester(7f) in October Belowthat level on soft ground at Redcar next time but is worth monitoring in the market on return/handicap debut for newyard

3 MILBANKE (GB) (10) 231-405 D

Br B g Intello (GER) - Augusta Ada Jason Hart J

O Mr D. Padgett Ruth Carr, Stillington T

B L. C. & A. E. Sigsworth XRE Construction Training Ltd, Argrain Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Wolverhampton in November Fifth of 8 in handicap at Doncaster (6f, good to firm, 5/1) 10 days ago. Chance if rediscovering old form.

4 CRYPTO QUEST (IRE) (9) 02100-1 D

HHHII BHA74

4 9-12 (8)

Br B g Profitable (IRE) - Viking Fair Paddy Mathers J

O Mr G. Vasey Ian McInnes, Catwick T

B Owenstown Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Made winning start for new yard when taking 12-runner handicap at Doncaster (6f, good to firm) 9 days ago, sticking to task. 4lb rise fair and another bold bid anticipated. TFRHHHII BHA71

5 PANAMA CITY (GB) (258) 241500-

4 9-11 (5)

Br B g Iffraaj - Guavia (GER) Duran Fentiman J

O Ryedale Partners No 11 Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Gestut Fahrhof Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ninth of 10 in handicap at Ayr (7.2f, soft, 33/1). Off 8 months. Needs a couple of these to falter

6 LORD ABAMA (IRE) (12) 3-20422 BF

Br Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Dancing Years (IRE)

O Mrs K S Pratt, Mr P R Blackett, M Dods

B P. Henley,E. McDonnell & Pattern B/S

TFRHHIII BHA70

4 9-11 (2)

Connor Beasley J

Michael Dods, Darlington T

Denton Hall Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Still looking for first success but has run creditably in recent starts, latest when second of 6 in handicap (9/4) at Hamilton (6f, good to firm) 12 days ago. Likely to be in the mix again.

7 RHYTHM (IRE) (32) 311-165 CD

Br B m Acclamation - Strasbourg Place

O Mr D. Padgett

TFRHHHHI BHA70

5 9-10 (4)

Ryan Sexton (3) J

Ruth Carr, Stillington T

B Glencoole Stud XRE Construction Training Ltd, Argrain Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 1 win from 3 runs this year 13/2, fifth of 7 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 32 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. TFRHHIII BHA69

Bit below form eighth of 15 in handicap (25/1)

PEARL (IRE) (11) 50-2522

B f Profitable (IRE) - Malilla (IRE)

TIMEFORM VIEW Built on previous effort here when good second of 9 in handicap

ago.

12

low mileage so further progress may be on the cards.

THE ISLAND (GB) (11) 0430-65 CD

Adams & G. F. Pemberton Yorkshire Bale S

TIMEFORM VIEW 7-time C&D winner. 10/1, respectable fifth of 11 in handicap at Ripon (6f, good to firm) 11 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Others more persuasive. 2lb out of the weights.

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2022: CORINTHIA KNIGHT (IRE) 7 10 3 Hollie Doyle 4-1 (Archie Watson) 13 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 7, 8, 12.

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

Stewards Note:

CAESARS PEARL: Following its run on 1/6/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed.

Probable S.P.’s: 9-2 Crypto Quest (IRE), 5-1 Lord Abama (IRE), 11-2 Caesars Pearl (IRE), 9-1 Grant Wood (IRE), 10-1 Milbanke (GB), 14-1 Oso Rapido (IRE), Rhythm (IRE), 18-1 Round The Island (GB), 20-1 Corinthia Knight (IRE), 22-1 Tyke (IRE), 28-1 Panama City (GB), Atlantic Heart (IRE)

Preference is for CAESARS PEARL, who pulled clear of the remainder when second at Ripon last time and still has relatively few miles on the clock. Lord Abama and Crypto Quest head the list of dangers.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

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.

PLAY SMARTER

1.CAESARS PEARL (IRE) 2.LORD ABAMA (IRE) 3.CRYPTO QUEST (IRE)

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Seventh Race 9.00

THE SKY BET SUNDAY SERIES FAMILY DAY

25TH JUNE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for three yrs old 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 35

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Easterby (31 wins from 309 runners, 10%) runs

TASEVER

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (18 wins from 85 runners, 21%) runs HI CLARE

LONGEST TRAVELLERS: FARIBA trained by K P De Foy & PEARL EYE trained by D Hollandboth Newmarket, 147 miles.

WinneratWolverhampton onfinal 2-y-ostart. Goodclose thirdof5in handicapatHamilton(9f,

days ago, albeit with the advantage of dictating the pace. Another prominent showing likely

EYE (GB) (17) 061-341 D

Expert Eye - Treat Gently Pat Cosgrave J

O Mr R. Nugent Darryll Holland, Newmarket T B Andrew Davis

TIMEFORM VIEW 9/2, career best when winning 9-runner handicap at Haydock (1m, good to firm) 17 days ago, responding well. 4lb rise looks fair. Should give another good account.

3 FARIBA (IRE) (25) 1540-30 D

(1)

Br B f Farhh - Last Pearl Sam James J

O Nick Bradley Racing 12 Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket T

B Godolphin Tote, KPF Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair performer Creditable third on AW reappearance in April. Needs to shrug off a lesser run at Newmarket since.

4 TASEVER (GB) (16) 434-243

Br B g Tasleet - Forever Excel (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J

O Ambrose Turnbull & John Cruces Tim Easterby, Malton T B Wayne Clifford Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden. Good third of 14 in handicap (20/1) at York (7f, good to firm) 16 days ago, sticking to task after being off the bridle a long way out. 1m looks worth a go Respected. TFRHHHHI BHA68

5 VORTIGAN (GB) (27) 0430-00 9-5 (5)

Br Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Aristocratic Connor Beasley J

O Mr D. Bardsley Michael Dods, Darlington T

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Brindle Developments (Hyde) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Well beaten in all 3 handicap starts, the latest at Beverley 4 weeks ago. First-time cheekpieces will need to make a difference.

6 ORIGINAL THINKER (GB) (21) 0030-56

Br B f Oasis Dream - Royal Rascal

O Wrigleys and Bethells

TFRHHIII BHA66

9-3 (6)

Cam Hardie J

Harriet Bethell, Arnold T

B Mr & Mrs N. Wrigley Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form. Bit below form sixth of 11 in handicap (16/1) at Redcar (1m, good to soft) 21 days ago. Others have more pressing claims. TFRHHIII BHA64

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022: MY SILENT SONG 3 9 11 Paul Mulrennan 9-2 (Ed Dunlop) 9 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5.

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

Stewards Note:

VORTIGAN: Following its run on 16/5/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Probable S.P.’s: 9-4

Pearl Eye (GB), 3-1

Hi Clare (IRE), Tasever (GB), 8-1

Fariba (IRE), 14-1

Original Thinker (GB), 25-1 Vortigan (GB)

PEARL EYE is still well weighted and might be able to follow up his recent Haydock success. Tasever, fourth in a more competitive race than this at York last time, and recent Hamilton third Hi Clare can give Darryll Holland’s charge most to do.

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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There is a fourth station at Glasshoughton which adjoins the Xscape complex. This is a couple of miles from the Racecourse. If you have some time to kill, from near Glasshoughton Station (starting in the car park to B&Q!), there is a lovely walk through the Park to the Racecourse. It will take around 45 minutes.

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 6.00 - THE TRUE YORKSHIREMAN TRAINING SERIES APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Part of the Racing Excellence Series) 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 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. June 10th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 10st Penalties, after June 3rd, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. To be ridden by Apprentice Jockeys or Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 who, prior to April 28th, 2023, have not ridden more than 20 winners under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to June 9th, 2023, have not ridden more than 10 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden any such winner 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition a cash prize will also be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race SPECIAL CONDITIONS APPLY TO THIS RACE. Please refer to the notice headed ‘Racing Excellence Apprentice Training Series’ previously published in The Racing Calendar and on the BHA’s Racing Administration Internet site, www2.racingadmin.co.uk. All Riders are required to attend a mandatory course walk with the Jockey Coach and/or a Senior Jockey 90 minutes prior to the race, or as otherwise permitted under the terms of the Special Conditions. 8 entries at £20. - Closed June 6th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SS

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Second Race 6.30 - THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS - IVECO DAILY DRIVEAWAY RANGE EBF MAIDEN FILLIES’ 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 maiden two yrs old fillies only, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, June 6th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 10th. Weights: 9st 2lb each. 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 also award a cash prize to the stable employee, judged by them, to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have generously contributed £500 towards the prize money for this race 19 entries at £20Closed June 6th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3414; Second £1706; Third £854; Fourth £426. (Penalty Value £4320) SS

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Third Race 7.00 - THE AUTISM IN RACING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £12740 to the winning horse The second to receive £5972, the third £2990, the fourth £1492, the fifth £747, the sixth £370, the seventh £187 and the eighth £92. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £62 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £50 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 10th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 3rd, 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 also be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries at £62. - Closed June 6th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10040; Second £5020; Third £2510; Fourth £1255; Fifth £628; Sixth £313; Seventh £158; Eighth £78. (Penalty Value £12740) SS

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Fourth Race 7.30 - THE TONY BETHELL MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (Round 3 of the Pontefract Stayers Championship 2023) 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. June 10th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 3rd, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A memento will be presented to the winning owner A Perpetual Challenge Trophy, kindly given for this race by the late Lady Jane Bethell, is to be held by the winning owner for one year only. 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 This race is one of a series of nine 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, 2 at £4 and 8 at £20. - Closed June 6th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS

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Fifth Race 8.00 - THE BILL CARRIGILL MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) 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 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62; 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. June 10th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 3rd, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. SUE CARRIGILL has generously sponsored this race in memory of her husband, Bill Carrigill. She will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition she will present a cash prize to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 14 entries, 1 at £3 and 13 at £15. - Closed June 6th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181.

(Penalty Value £3663.80) SS

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Sixth Race 8.30 - THE MR WOLF SPRINT 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £20 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 10th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 3lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 8lb Penalties, after June 3rd, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race In addition a cash prize will also be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries at £20 - Closed June 6th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 9.00 - THE SKY BET SUNDAY SERIES FAMILY DAY 25TH JUNE 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 three yrs old only, 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. June 10th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 3rd, 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 also be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 14 entries at £20 - Closed June 6th, 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

Monday 9th

Monday 23rd

season opener oap Free day

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