Pontefract Racecard - Sunday 25th June

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SUNDAY 25TH JUNE

UNDER THE RULES OF RACING

PATRON THE COUNTESS OF HALIFAX

STEWARDS

CHIEF STEWARD ALAN DEMPSEY

STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR NEIL EDMINSON

STEWARD SIMON CONNAWAY

ASSISTANT STEWARD DANIELANDREWS

RACEDAYASSISTANT BETH DOWSWELL

STARTERS RYAN COLLEY, RUSSELL GARRITTY

JUDGE KATIE DOWSON

CLERK OFTHE SCALES WAYNE BURNELL

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS DAVID COOK, GRAHAM GRAY, MELANIE SWARBRICK, LISA COOK

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PONTEFRACT RACES are run byTHE PONTEFRACT PARK RACE COMPANY LIMITED, a company registered in England No 159754 whose address within Great Britain at which documents may be effectively served on a business is The Administration Office, Pontefract Racecourse, Pontefract Park, Park Road, Pontefract, West Yorkshire WF8 4QD

OFFICIAL PROGRAMME

PLAN OF ENCLOSURES

1. DALBYSTAND AND PREMIER ENTRANCE:

Private Hospitality Boxes

Champagne Bar

Premier Sports Café Bar

Toilets (incl Disabled)

2. PARK SUITE:

Restaurant

Owners & Trainers Bar

3. MAIN STAND (includes):

Weighing Room

Raceday Office (for Raceday enquiries)

PREMIER ENCLOSURE

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

Toilets (incl Disabled)

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Pizza in the Paddock Bar and Terrace

Paddock Food Court

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TOILETS & BABYCHANGING FACILITIES

4. PICNIC ENCLOSURE Bar & Servery

5. GRANDSTAND & PADDOCK TURNSTILES

6. MARQUEE SITE

7. PARADE RING

8. SADDLING UP BOXES

9. WINNERS ENCLOSURE

10. PRE-PARADE RING

11. BETTING HALL 12.HORSEWALK

13. ADMINISTRATION OFFICES

PICNIC ENTRANCE TURNSTILES

OWNERS &TRAINERS ENTRANCE

WHEELCHAIR VIEWING AREA 1STAID

The Yorkshire Pedigree whiPPeT racing club

Founded 10 years ago by whippet enthusiasts, we run at Heatherleigh Fields, Huddersfield HD3 3DT, 2 minutes off junction 24 M62. We run most Sundays from March to November. Anyone is welcome to come along and have a go and you can contact us on 07544374427 or 07783987461 or on our Facebook Page.

Yorkshire Pedigree Whippet Racing ClubSunday 25th June

The Yorkshire Pedigree Whippet Racing Club will be staging whippet racing from 2pm. The races will take place over the final furlong, so why not make your way to the front of the stands and cheer them on!

Race 1 (Handicap)

Red: LOST MI MARBLES (scratch)

Blue: DEXTER’S RODNEY COME HOME (scratch)

White: SKY TARN PRINCESS (receiving 4 yards)

Race 2 (Handicap)

Red: SAPPHIRE BLUE (scratch)

Blue: DAZZLE TYPHOON (scratch)

White: ANNIE ANNIE ANNIE (scratch)

Race 3 (Handicap)

Red: DEXTER’S ADH DAVE (scratch)

Blue: FRAME THI SEN (scratch)

White: OUR LAD RON (receiving 1 yard)

Race 4 (Handicap)

Red: SOUL DANCER (scratch)

Blue: SISTER DOLORES (receiving 2 yards)

White: MOTHER JEWEL (receiving 3 yards)

Race 5 (Handicap)

Red: DAZZLE DE DOT (scratch)

Blue: BERRY NICE TO DAZZLE (scratch)

White: DEXTER’S DAISY TRIMMER (scratch)

While the Whippets are taking a short break, and the handicappers reassess the handicap marks after Races 1 to 5, Willow the lurcher will stretch her legs on the Ponte turf in a special solo race. After a short break, the Races 1 to 5 will then be re-run with adjusted handicap marks.

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FFOS LAS

Form: 642, TFR:

NON-RUNNER

BernardLlewellyn JordanWilliams(5)

BernardLlewellyn CallumHutchinson(3)

EdDunlop OisinMurphy

Form: 451, TFR: 5 Solution (GB) 9-6

RalphBeckett RobHornby

Form: 00-0, TFR: 6 Denis Anthony (IRE) 9-6

JamesFanshawe RowanScott Form: 022, TFR: 7 Sexy Rexy (IRE) 8-13

GraceHarris HollieDoyle

Form: 021, TFR:

Race 7 5.05 1m 6f

1 Red Royalist (GB) 10-2

MikeMurphy&MichaelKeady BillyLoughnane

Form: 30-3, TFR:

2 Shibuya Song (GB) 9-13

RichardPhillips ConnorPlanas(3)

Form: 25-5, TFR:

3 Lusaka (IRE) 9-11

JohnFlint TaylorFisher(3)

Form: 051, TFR:

4 Beggarman (GB) 9-6

HughieMorrison Pierre-LouisJamin

Form: 0-00

5

DavidEvans IsabelWilliams

Form: 533, TFR:

6 Dream

ScottDixon

NON-RUNNER

Form: 665, TFR:

TriPs To see The sTarT of The races

We will be running guided trips to see the start of the first and last race today.

If you’d like to see the start of these races, please meet the minibus at the entrance gates to the Picnic Enclosure at 3:30pm and 6:30pm.

First Race 3.45

THE RACE TO A CURE FOR MND EBF FILLIES’ RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands B, C and D) (GBB RACE)

for novice two yrs old fillies ™ Total prize fund £15000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6401, 2nd £3200, 3rd £1601, 4th £800. (Penalty Value £8100)

For conditions of this race, see page 47

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Fahey (35 wins from 272 runners, 13%) runs

BRANDAISY & MAUNA LOA

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (18 wins from 91 runners, 20%) runs SACRED ANGEL

LONGEST TRAVELLER: WHOOP WHOOP trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 214 miles.

6f

colours no horse st-lb Draw

1 BRANDAISY (GB) (24) 0 9-2 (4)

Br Ch f Twilight Son - Simply Shining (IRE) Cam Hardie J

O Mrs H. Steel Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Mrs H. Steel Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to 11f winner Viceregent. Dam winner up to 1m (2-y-o 7f winner). 40/1, looked one for the longer term in 6f Ripon fillies’ novice first time up 24 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-

2 FAST LOVE (GB) (13) 60 9-2 (8)

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 VIEW Time Test filly from the family of Great Voltigeur winner Centennial. Big prices and down the field in 6f events. Looks one for nurseries over further TFRHHHII BHA-

3 SACRED ANGEL (IRE) (-)

9-2 (6)

Br Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Sacred Aspect (IRE) Jason Hart J

O Titanium Racing Club Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Yeomanstown Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 24. £52,000 yearling. Half-sister to 1 1/4m winner Anotherfortheroad. Dam, 2-y-o 5f/6fwinner, half-sister to useful 1m-11fwinner Super Say.Yard get winning 2-y-o newcomers here. TFRHHHII BHA-

4 WHOOP WHOOP (GB) (18) 44

9-2 (5)

Br B f Land Force (IRE) - Miss President Rossa Ryan J

O King Power Racing Co Ltd Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Mr Andrew Spalding King Power International Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown plenty in 2 starts, the penny dropping late on debut at Salisbury (5f) while she ran well from the front at Kempton (6f) last time. Sets a good standard and could be hard to pass. TFRHHHHH BHA-

5 MAUNA LOA (GB) (24) (2lb) 42 BF

9-0 (7)

Br Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Loved So Much Oisin Orr J

QO Al Wasmiyah Stud Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Al Wasmiyah Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran well in a pretty good 5f Thirsk maiden on debut and matched that form despite a short-priced defeat when going close at Carlisle, looking ready for this extra furlong. Bold bid expected. TFRHHHHI BHA-

6 VERY BLUE MOON (IRE) (-) (2lb)

9-0 (3)

Br B f Kodiac - Moon Club (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J

O Mr D. K. Kelly David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Canice Farrell

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 28. €36,000 yearling. Sister to 2-y-o 5f winner Reflect Alexander and 2-y-o 5f winner Moon of Love and half-sister to 7f winner Geneticist. Yard had a winning newcomer earlier in the week. TFRHHHII BHA-

7 LADY DANDYLION (IRE) (30) (4lb) 50

8-12 (2)

Br B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Wind Storm David Allan J

O The 1891 Group & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Ballyhane Legacy It Consultants Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in 5f Ripon maiden and 6f class 2 Haydock fillies’ maiden. Hard to fancy TFRHHIII BHA-

8 MUMMY PEAS (IRE) (14) (4lb) 6 8-12 (1)

Br B f Kuroshio (AUS) - Clodovine (FR) Connor Murtagh J

O Keatley Racing, Doherty and Manson Adrian Keatley, Malton T

B Olive & Joseph O’Connor Keatley Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to 7f winner Noshowlikeajoeshow. Dam unraced half-sister to useful 11f-1 3/4m winner Calayana. 20/1, little impact in 7.4f Beverley newcomes fillies’ maiden on debut a fortnight ago. TFRHHIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: MISTY BLUES (IRE) 2 9 0 David Allan 11-1 (Tim Easterby) 9 ran

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

Probable S.P.’s: 5-4 Whoop Whoop (GB), 3-1 Mauna Loa (GB), 11-2 Sacred Angel (IRE), 9-1 Very Blue Moon (IRE), 28-1 Mummy Peas (IRE), 33-1 Brandaisy (GB), 40-1 Fast Love (GB), 66-1 Lady Dandylion (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

WHOOP WHOOP was much improved from her debut when fourth over this trip at Kempton and could be hard to beat. Mauna Loa is ready for 6f and can go well, while Sacred Angel is an interesting newcomer for a yard that had one go close here recently.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WHOOP WHOOP 2.MAUNA LOA 3.SACRED ANGEL (IRE)

Michael Shinners, Head of Sports PR for Sky Bet will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £150 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race, £75 to the second and £25 to the third.

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.

POSITION OF STALLS

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

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Second Race 4.15

2f 5y THE SKY BET SUNDAY SERIES HANDICAP STAKES

(CLASS 4)

for three yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £20000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £8126, 2nd £4064, 3rd £2032, 4th £1016, 5th £508, 6th £254. (Penalty Value £10308)

For conditions of this race, see page 47

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Fahey (35 wins from 272 runners, 13%) runs

KNIGHT OF HONOUR & MY LITTLE QUEENS

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (10 wins from 102 runners, 10%) runs HIGHWAYGREY

LONGEST TRAVELLER: PROPHET’S DREAM trained by Sir M Todd, Swindon, 183 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 ONEFORTHEGUTTER (GB) (45) 60040-0

Draw

4 10-0 (8)

Br B g Muhaarar - Rainbow Springs Richard Kingscote J

O Tracey Bell & Caroline Lyons Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Michael E Wates CBE Helicentreuk S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful handicapper but winless since debut in 2021. Needed the run when eighth at Chester (10.3f, heavy) in May but does come here on career-low mark and he’s unexposed at this trip. TFRHHIII BHA87

2 EEETEE (IRE) (14) 50-1016 D

5 9-13 (11)

Br B g Fast Company (IRE) - Chiquita Picosa (USA) Daniel Tudhope J

O Gallop Racing David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Macha Bloodstock & N. Drion Gain Equine Nutrition S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner last season who quickly put York run behind him when making it 2 wins from 3 this campaign at Redcar (10f) last month. Shade too free upped to 12f at Beverley a fortnight ago and better expected here. TFRHHHII BHA86

3 MILLION THANKS (IRE) (17) 022052 BF

4 9-12 (5)

Br Ch g Churchill (IRE) - Queen’s Rose Benoit de la Sayette J

O The Zodiacs Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited KPF Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWYet to win in 2023 but posted a career best minus tongue tie when second atYarmouth 17 days ago (1m). Way he responded to pressure on that occasion suggests he’s well worth another go at this distance. TFRHHHHI BHA85

4 COCKALORUM (IRE) (8) 025-114 CD

8 9-11 (2)

Br B g Cape Cross (IRE) - Opinionated (IRE) Jason Hart J

O K Hardy & R Fell Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton T

B Jim Bradley Tote, Or8wellness S

TIMEFORM VIEWFallen in weights and ended losing run at Ripon in April. Shade fortunate to make it back-to-back wins there earlier this month but he shaped verywell when fourth at Chester, ridden with more restraint. TFRHHHII BHA84

5 PROPHET’S DREAM (GB) (26) 4/052-11 D

Br Gr c Outstrip - Fool’s Dream

O Mrs Bernice Cuthbert

4 9-9 (7)

Tom Marquand J

Sir Mark Todd, Swindon T

B Aston Park Stud Mark Todd Collection S

TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced 4-y-o but progressive in handicaps, displaying averywilling attitudewhen supplementing his Bath success at Leicester last month. Up just 1lb so demands respect in his hat-trick bid. TFRHHHHI BHA82

6 KNIGHT OF HONOUR (IRE) (13) 003606 D 4 9-6 (6)

Br B g Decorated Knight - Princess Noor (IRE) David Nolan J

O AlMohamediya Racing

B Saleh Al Homaizi & Imad Al Sagar

Richard Fahey, Malton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Sakhir in January but it hasn’t really clicked back in Britain of late, albeit couple of steadily-run races of late haven’t helped his cause. Dropped in trip so certainly requires a good pace to aim at TFRHHHII BHA79

7 MY LITTLE QUEENS (IRE) (14) 53-1216 D 5 9-5 (4)

Br Gr m Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Spiralling Oisin Orr J

O Richard Fahey Ebor Racing Club Ltd

B Roundhill Stud

Richard Fahey, Malton T

TIMEFORM VIEWMade a successful reappearance at Chelmsford and better than ever for latest win in a Sunday Series handicap at Hamilton last month. Always on the back foot at Beverley since and that run probably best overlooked. TFRHHHII BHA78

8 SHIMMERING SANDS (GB) (22) 1310-31 D

4 9-5 (10)

Br B g Teofilo (IRE) - Milady Shane Gray J

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

B D. J. and Mrs Deer Sheridan Ny Llp, Stittenham Farms S

TIMEFORM VIEWLargely progressive at 3yrs, winning twice and shaped encouragingly following 8 months off when third in a 1m course handicap a month ago. Built on that when landing handicap at Doncaster TFRHHHHH BHA78

9 HIGHWAYGREY (GB) (9) 30-3055 CD

7 9-1 (3)

Br B g Dick Turpin (IRE) - Maybeagrey David Allan J

O Reality Partnerships VII Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Habton Farms Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEWSolid third at Haydock (10f) in April, travelling better than most. Unable to build on that since, but he was third in this from a higher mark a year ago and was a shade better than the result at York 9 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA74

10 FORCEFUL SPEED (IRE) (84) 61215-5 CD BF

3 8-9 (9)

Br Ch g New Bay - Praden (USA) William Buick J

O Amo Racing Limited George Boughey, Newmarket T

B China Horse Club International Ltd Sports Invest UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice at 2 yrs, namely a Wolverhampton nursery and a C&D novice. Possibly neededtherunonreturnatDoncasterwherethetestingconditionsmaynothavebeenideal. TFRHHHII BHA80

11 PADDY THE SQUIRE (GB) (46) 402

3 8-8 (1)

Br B c Golden Horn - Provenance Andrew Mullen J

O Mr Ian Jones Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes S

TIMEFORM VIEW Different proposition on the back of a wind op when second at 80/1 in a Chester maiden last month. This a different environment now handicapping but he’s well bred and unexposed. TFRHHHII BHA79

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

2022: VISIBILITY (IRE) 5 8 9 Jack Duern 20-1 (Scott Dixon) 9 ran

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8, 11.

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

Stewards Note:

EEETEE: Following its run on 11/6/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely

MY LITTLE QUEENS: Following its run on 11/6/2023 it was reported that the horse slipped leaving the stalls.

FORCEFUL SPEED: Following its run on 2/4/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too free.

Probable S.P.’s: 5-1 Shimmering Sands (GB), 11-2 Prophet’s Dream (GB), 8-1 Million Thanks (IRE), Cockalorum (IRE), 9-1 Forceful Speed (IRE), 11-1 Eeetee (IRE), My Little Queens (IRE), 14-1 Highwaygrey (GB), Paddy The Squire (GB), 18-1 Knight of Honour (IRE), 20-1 Oneforthegutter (GB)

SHIMMERING SANDS confirmed the promise of his reappearance in no uncertain terms fitted with a tongue tie at Doncaster 3 weeks ago, looking some way ahead of his mark in the process. The assessor has reacted with a 6lb rise but that looks lenient, so he’s the one to be with. Prophet’s Dream is an improving 4-y-o chasing a hat-trick so demands respect, with Million Thanks completing the shortlist.

Michael Shinners, Head of Sports PR for Sky Bet will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race A cash prize of £150 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race, £75 to the second and £25 to the third.

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

PLAY SMARTER

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SHIMMERING SANDS 2.PROPHET’S DREAM 3.MILLION THANKS (IRE)

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Third Race 4.45

THE SKY BET SUNDAY SERIES PONTEFRACT CASTLE FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race)

for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares ™ Total prize fund £80000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £35200, 2nd £14512, 3rd £7256, 4th £3632, 5th £1816, 6th £904, 7th £456, 8th £224. (Penalty Value £44816)

For conditions of this race, see page 47

1m 4f 5y

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Beckett (12 wins from 38 runners, 32%) runs THANKS MONICA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (18 wins from 91 runners, 20%) runs MADAME AMBASSADOR FANCY THAT: R Beckett won this race in 2018 and 2020. The stable runs THANKS MONICA today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: ICYKEL trained by J P Murtagh, Ireland.

colours no horse age st-lb Draw

1 LUISA CASATI (IRE) (51) 156/4-31 D

5 9-5 (3)

Br B m Vadamos (FR) - La Marchesa (IRE) Richard Kingscote J

O Velocity Racing Tom Ward, Upper Lambourn T

B Mark Dixon & Mount Coote Estates Smulders S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful mare who posted a career best when winning listed race at Goodwood (12f, good to soft) 51 days ago by length from Time Lock, despite missing the break. TFRHHHHI BHA105

2 PENNYMOOR (GB) (36) 502/01-5 D

5 9-5 (10)

Br B m Frankel - Penelopa William Buick J

O Godolphin John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T

B Litex Commerce Emirates Fly Better S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended 2022 with a 13f listed win on AW at Lingfield but came in last (reported to be lame) in 12f Doncaster handicap on her return last month. She is in excellent hands and can bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA90

3 CAIUS CHORISTER (FR) (22) 1260-22 D BF

4 9-2 (1)

Br B f Golden Horn - Corpus Chorister (FR) Benoit de la Sayette J

O Mr Clive Washbourn David Menuisier, Pulborough T

B Clive Washbourn Shinco Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Rapid improver in handicaps last year, completing a 5-timer at Glorious Goodwood. Has continued her progress this term when twice second in Epsom handicaps and holds very good form claims. TFRHHHHH BHA99

4 CHING SHIH (IRE) (51) 31/360-3

4 9-2 (7)

Br B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Madame Chiang Luke Morris J

O Miss K. Rausing David Simcock, Newmarket T

B Miss K. Rausing

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful filly who took her form up a notch on her seasonal return/first go over 12f when third to Luisa Casati in Listed event at Goodwood last month. She may do better still. TFRHHHII BHA97

5 ICYKEL (IRE) (37) 0-1040 D

4 9-2 (9)

Br Ch f Frankel - Cold As Ice (SAF) Ben Coen J

O Barnane Stud J. P. Murtagh, Ireland T

B Ridgemont Stud (Ltd)

TIMEFORM VIEW 12f maiden winner at Dundalk in February who has taken her form up a couple of notches since. NotdisgracedinthefaceofastiifftaskwhenlastinGroup3atLeopardstown(14f,good)37daysago.TFRHHHII BHA89

6 MADAME AMBASSADOR (GB) (32) 1314-65 D 4 9-2 (6)

Br Ch f Churchill (IRE) - Lady Jane Digby Joe Fanning J

O Miss K. Rausing Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Miss K. Rausing Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful filly who won a pair of 12f Newmarket handicaps last season. Posted a good fifth of 7 in Listed race at Ayr (10f, good) 32 days ago but this demands plenty more. TFRHHIII BHA82

7 ONE EVENING (GB) (29) 4/15-5 4 9-2 (8)

Br Ch f Galileo (IRE) - Seta Robert Havlin J

O Lady Bamford, Mrs J Magnier & Mr M Tabor John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T

B Lady Bamford Ashford Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced filly who landed 11f maiden at Kempton in Otober Resumed from 7 months off with a creditable fifth of 9 to River of Stars in Bronte Cup at York (13.8f, good to firm) 29 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA92

8 SEA FLAWLESS (IRE) (29) 1210

4 9-2 (4)

Br Br f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Kitcara Tom Marquand J

O The Zennor Partnership William Haggas, Newmarket T

B Sunderland Holding Inc. Somerville Lodge Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Impressively landed 10f novices at Newcastle and Beverley this spring. Posted a good seventh to River of Stars in Bronte Cup at York (13.8f, good to firm) 29 days ago. Few miles still on the clock. TFRHHHII BHA88

9 THANKS MONICA (IRE) (51) 21135-4 D 4 9-2 (11)

Br B f Teofilo (IRE) - Wedding Wish (IRE) Hector Crouch J

O Mr Marc Chan Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Corrin Stud R M Beckett Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when fitted with blinkers last year, winning 2 handicaps. Returned with a good fourth to Luisa Casati in listed race at Goodwood (12f, good to soft) 51 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA94

10 THREE PRIESTS (JPN) (54) 2601-20 D 4 9-2 (2)

Br B f Deep Impact (JPN) - Guilty Twelve (USA) Jack Mitchell J

O Merry Fox Stud Limited

Varian, Newmarket T B Merry Fox Stud Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful filly but she went backwards from her reappearance second when ninth of 10 in handicap at Brighton (9.9f, good) 54 days ago. Back up in trip with work to do now.

11 VOODOO QUEEN (GB) (29) 1150-53

HHIII BHA81

4 9-2 (5)

Br B f Frankel - Cursory Glance (USA) David Egan J

O Merry Fox Stud Limited

B Merry Fox Stud Limited

Varian, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful filly who comes here on the back of a career-best third of 9 to River of Stars in Bronte Cup at York (13.8f, good to firm) 29 days ago. This Frankel filly can go well again.

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

HHHII BHA98

2022: GLENARTNEY 4 9 2 Ross Coakley 9-2 (Ed Walker) 7 ran

Blinkers worn by No. 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6. Record Time: 2mins 33.72secs; Median Time: 2mins 40.80secs

Stewards Note:

PENNYMOOR: Following its run on 20/5/2023 it was reported that the horse finished lame.

Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 Caius Chorister (FR), 7-2 Luisa Casati (IRE), 8-1 Voodoo Queen (GB), 12-1 Pennymoor (GB), One Evening (GB), 14-1 Sea Flawless (IRE), 16-1 Ching Shih (IRE), Icykel (IRE), Thanks Monica (IRE), 50-1 Three Priests (JPN), 66-1 Madame Ambassador (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

A few of these still have the potential for further improvement but CAIUS CHORISTER sets a good standard and David Menuisier’s very useful and likeable filly can gain a deserved first success of the season. Luisa Casati is feared most on the back of her Goodwood success in similar company, with Voodoo Queen and Icykel appealing as the pick of the rest for place purposes.

Michael Shinners, Head of Sports PR for Sky Bet will present a memento and perpetual challenge trophy to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £150 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race, £75 to the second and £25 to the third.

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:

Fourth Race 5.15

THE SKYBET SUNDAYSERIES PONTEFRACT CUP

HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (Round 4 of the Pontefract Stayers Championship 2023)

for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £20000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £8126, 2nd £4064, 3rd £2032, 4th £1016, 5th £508, 6th £254. (Penalty Value £10308)

For conditions of this race, see page 47

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): I Williams (5 wins from 36 runners, 14%) runs BLOW YOUR HORN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (18 wins from 91 runners, 20%) runs HAIZOOM

LONGEST TRAVELLERS: LAND OF WINTER trained by R Guest & CHAMPAGNE CITY trained by B Brookhouse, both Newmarket, 147 miles.

2y

1 LAND OF WINTER (FR) (44) 406-645

Br B g Camelot - Gaselee (USA)

O Paul Smith & Rae Guest

B Claydons Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since 2021 but he comes here in good nick, blinkered when fifth of 14 in handicap at Chester (18.6f) 44 days ago. Can race off a 2lb lower mark here so needs considering.

2 HAIZOOM (GB) (18) 26-4631

Br Ch m Sea The Stars (IRE) - Sortita (GER)

O Mr J. S. Morrison

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a long losing run on his yard debut (formerly with Keith Dalgleish) in 4-runner handicap at Ripon (16f) 18 days ago. Up 2lb and this is tougher but still can’t be discounted.

3 CHAMPAGNE CITY (GB) (51) 4023-10 CD

Br Ch g Tobougg (IRE) - City of Angels

O Mr R. S. Brookhouse

B R. S. Brookhouse

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in April but only eighth of 11 in 14f handicap at Goodwood 51 days ago. Needs to get back on track.

4 BLOW YOUR HORN (IRE) (14) 664411

Br B g Golden Horn - She’s Complete (IRE)

O Ian Williams Racing Club

B The She’s Complete Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives on a hat-trick after recent handicap wins at Doncaster (14f) and Beverley (2m). Up another 4lb but he can’t be taken lightly in his current mood

5 ADAMARIS (IRE) (158) 1340-52

6 9-7 (2)

Br Ch g Born To Sea (IRE) - Represent Yourself (IRE) Benoit de la Sayette J

O Keatley Racing, Doherty and Manson

Adrian Keatley, Malton T

B Lance Bloodstock Ltd Keatley Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 2m winner who has been off since coming in tenth over hurdles at Thurles in February On a handy-looking mark so very much one to consider, especially if the market vibes are positive

6 FLINT HILL (GB) (13) 3-34613 CD

HHHII BHA75

7 9-1 (1)

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

O R Whitelock, L Clemitson & R Jefferson

B Denniff Farms Ltd

Ruth Jefferson, Malton T

Ruth Jefferson Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Catterick in May before creditable third of 4 in 2m1f handicap here 13 days ago. This C&D winner is well in the mix off an unchanged mark.

7 COLD HENRY (GB) (12) 0011-32

TFRHHHII BHA69

4 8-6 (4)

Br B g Sixties Icon - Flashyfrances David Egan J

O Mr Liam Murray Sara Ender, Malton T

B D. R. C. Elsworth Yorkshire Equine Salt Therapy S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 2m winner last autumn who has resumed in good order, second in handicap at Southwell (14.1f) 12 days ago. Relativelylightlyraced so rates a playernowback up in trip. TFRHHHHH BHA60

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: KAIZER 7 8 6 Joe Fanning 9-2 (Ewan Whillans) 13 ran Blinkers worn by No. 1, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4. Record Time: 3mins 51.1secs; Median Time: 3mins 56.20secs

Probable S.P.’s: 5-2 Haizoom (GB), 9-2 Blow Your Horn (IRE), 13-2 Flint Hill (GB), Cold Henry (GB), 9-1 Champagne City (GB), Adamaris (IRE), 10-1 Land of Winter (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

A few with chances but COLD HENRY has yet to run a bad race since sent over staying trips so gets the vote with this return to 2m a plus for this son of Sixties Icon. Hat-trick seeking Blow Your Horn rates an obvious threat, though Adamaris figures on a handy-looking mark on his debut for Adrian Keatley and is worth a second look too.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.COLD HENRY 2.BLOW YOUR HORN (IRE) 3.ADAMARIS (IRE)

Michael Shinners, Head of Sports PR for Sky Bet will present a memento and perpetual challenge trophy to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race A cash prize of £150 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race, £75 to the second and £25 to the third.

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

RECORD TIMES

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JonnY Peate

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BEST TURNED OUT WINNERS

Monday 12th June

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 top of the table, is the Paul Midgley yard, who have won four Best Turned Out Prizes this year!

Thank you!

Fifth Race 5.45

THE SKY BET SUNDAY SERIES MIDDLE-DISTANCE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

for three yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £32000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £13002, 2nd £6502, 3rd £3251, 4th £1626, 5th £813, 6th £406. (Penalty Value £16492.80) Weights raised 4lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

For conditions of this race, see page 47

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Fahey (35 wins from 272 runners, 13%) runs WOOTTON’SUN

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (18 wins from 91 runners, 20%) runs

DEMILION & FAIRMAC

LONGEST TRAVELLER: GEREMIA trained by J Goldie, Glasgow, 230 miles.

5y

colours no horse age st-lb Draw

1 TAMILLA (GB) (29) 42114-0 D

4 9-12 (3)

Br B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Miss Pinkerton Tom Marquand J

O Abdulla Belhabb William Haggas, Newmarket T

B Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEWDual winner last term and signed off her 3-y-o campaign with a respectable effort at Haydock. Shaped as if better for the run when down the field on return at Goodwood last month. TFRHHHII BHA86

2 HASEEFAH (GB) (29) 1230-53 D

6 9-12 (8)

Br B m Teofilo (IRE) - Halaqa (IRE) William Buick J

O Michael Rembaum & Michael Tuckey Alan King, Barbury Castle T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Goodwin Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored twice last Spring and returned to action with an encouraging fifth at Epsom in April. Shaped well once again when third at Goodwood last month and she’s threatening to come good soon. TFRHHHII BHA86

3 GEREMIA (IRE) (14) 053-413 D BF

5 9-10 (6)

Br B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Gerika (FR) Paul Mulrennan J

O Mr Scott Fyffe & Mr James Fyffe Jim Goldie, Glasgow T

B Societa Agricola La Tesa SRL Jim Goldie Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Habitual slow starter who finally ended his long losing run at Hamilton having threatened to do so numerous times in the interim. Ran to a similar level when third at Beverley a fortnight ago. TFRHHHII BHA84

4 WOOTTON’SUN (FR) (27) 0155-23

4 9-9 (4)

Br B g Wootton Bassett - Sous Le Soleil (USA) Oisin Orr J

O Mr Steve Bradley Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Mr Herve Viallon Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has returned in top form, finishing runner-up at this track (10f) before a staying-on third at Redcar (10f, good) last month. On a fair mark and ought not be long in winning again. TFRHHHHI BHA83

5 TWO BROTHERS (GB) (14) 3-41223 D

5 9-5 (10)

Br B g Sir Percy - Blandish (USA) Billy Garritty J

O Thompson Brothers Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T

B Theakston Stud

TIMEFORM VIEWDeservedly off the mark at Beverley in April and remained in form since, running up to his best when third back there (12.1f, good to firm) a fortnight ago. Can’t be discounted in his present groove TFRHHHII BHA79

6 FAIRMAC (GB) (14) 3-40160 D

5 9-4 (1)

Br Gr g Lethal Force (IRE) - Kenyan Cat Franny Norton J

O Middleham Park Racing VI Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B David Botterill & John Guest Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWCapitalised on falling mark to land handicap at Musselburgh (12.5f, soft) in April. Respectable midfield effort at Hamilton (13f) next time but below form at Beverley (12.1f, good to firm) a fortnight ago. TFRHHHII BHA78

7 DERRY LAD (IRE) (42) 4326-21

5 9-3 (9)

Br B g Epaulette (AUS) - Romea Shane Gray J

O Dreamers Alliance Syndicate

B Denise Brennan

K. T. Coleman, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEWWon over 1 1/4m at Sligo last term and took his form up a notch to resume winning ways back up in trip at Hamilton (11.1f, good) 6 weeks ago, staying on to lead final 100 yds. TFRHHHII BHA77

8 CARRIGILLIHY (GB) (13) 23-5314 CD 5 8-12 (5)

Br Gr g New Bay - Spectacle

O The Harmonious Lot & Partner

B Juddmonte Farms Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner, including when posting a career best in a handicap (good) last month. Lost his unbeaten record at the track when fourth just under a fortnight ago and others make more appeal.

9 FOX JOURNEY (GB) (22) 644-16 BF

Br Gr c Roaring Lion (USA) - Follow A Star (IRE)

O

Power Racing Co Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Left last autumn’s efforts behind when making a successful handicap debut over 1 1/4m at Newmarketlastmonth.Foundoutbya9lbriseatEpsomjustover3weeksago.Uppedto11/2m.

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless last year but mark has tumbled and ended the drought at Thirsk (12f) at the start of the month. EdgedoutonpostinhandicapatHaydocknexttimeandremainedinformwhenfourth(11.8f)atYorksince.

3 8-9 (11)

Br Gr c Roaring Lion (USA) - Cascading Joe Fanning J

O Susan and John Waterworth Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Ballylinch Stud & Ecurie Des Charmes Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWWon handicap debut at Wolverhampton in January and built on that since, strong when runner-up at Chester(heavy) earlylast month. Unable to give his running underless testing ground 3weeks later. TFRHHIII BHA83

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2022: ENFRANCHISE (IRE) 4 9 6 Andrew Breslin 4-1 (Charlie & Mark Johnston) 7 ran Blinkers worn by No. 6. Visor worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 10.

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

Stewards Note:

DEMILION: Following its run on 27/5/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run

Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 Fox Journey (GB), 13-2 Derry Lad (IRE), 10-1 Tamilla (GB), Wootton’sun (FR), Two Brothers (GB), Bollin Margaret (GB), 12-1 Haseefah (GB), Carrigillihy (GB), Demilion (IRE), 16-1 Geremia (IRE), 20-1 Fairmac (GB) PLAY

Plenty in with a squeak but the vote goes to FOX JOURNEY, who left previous efforts behind when making a successful reappearance/handicap debut at Newmarket last month, and with this extra distance sure to play to his strengths, Sir Michael Stoute’s 3-y-o is taken to double his tally Wootton’sun has returned in top form, so he could be the one to chase the selection home, with Derry Lad and Two Brothers also considered.

RACE RESULT

Michael Shinners, Head of Sports PR for Sky Bet will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £150 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race, £75 to the second and £25 to the third.

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

Celebrating Racing Staff at Ponte:

Yesterday marked the start of Racing Staff Week. The week, led by Racing Welfare, is racing’s annual celebration of all the people who make our great sport possible from stud and stable staff to breeders, racecourse staff, administrators and everyone in between.

Today we want to celebrate all the stable staff attending today’s meeting.

There will be a prize draw for three Amazon gift vouchers. Three lucky people will take home either a £100, £50 or £25 gift voucher!

We will put the names of all those travelling with and looking after today’s runners into a hat and draw out three names.

Over at the stables Jo & Andy from Huggamug cater for the stable staff on a race meeting to ensure they get two meals to keep them going for the day, plus a complimentary range of soft drinks and sweet treats!

We have heard that Jo’s cakes are particularly popular! So we’ll also be sending everyone home with a slice to make the journey back go that bit quicker.

Thank you for all your hard work!

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!

Sixth Race 6.15

6y THE SKY BET SUNDAY SERIES 3YO MILE HANDICAP STAKES

(CLASS 4)

for three yrs old ™ Total prize fund £20000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £8126, 2nd £4064, 3rd £2032, 4th £1016, 5th £508, 6th £254. (Penalty Value £10308)

For conditions of this race, see page 47

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Fahey (35 wins from 272 runners, 13%) runs CRAVEN, ROYAL CAY & THREE YORKSHIREMEN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (18 wins from 91 runners, 20%) runs LUDO’S LANDING & VENETIAN LONGEST TRAVELLER: STAR PLAYER trained by K P De Foy, SILVER SWORD trained by D Cunha, CONCORDE trained by G Boughey, all Newmarket, 147 miles.

colours no horse st-lb Draw

1 SILVER SWORD (GB) (22) RR52-12 D 9-10 (2)

Br Gr g Charm Spirit (IRE) - Aurora Gray Greg Cheyne J

O Mrs Kirsten Dixon Dylan Cunha, Newmarket T

B Culworth Grounds & Fortune Bloodstock Tattersalls S

TIMEFORM VIEWRefused to race first 2 but hard to knock since, making short work of rivals in a 1m Southwell maiden in April. Runner-up on handicap debut at Epsom (10.1f) earlier this month. TFRHHHHI BHA86

2 CONCORDE (GB) (52) 00-1211 CD 9-10 (10)

Br Ch g Sixties Icon - Silca Chiave William Buick J

O Mrs Susan Roy George Boughey, Newmarket T

B Nicola Morrall

TIMEFORM VIEW Proved a different proposition sent handicapping upped to 1m this year, winning 3 of 4. Followed up his success at this C&D with a comfortable victoryat Redcar in May. TFRHHHHH BHA86

3 LUDO’S LANDING (IRE) (18) 44-3610 D BF

9-5 (7)

Br B g Kodiac - Most Beautiful Franny Norton J

O Phil & Jude Jones Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Armitage Bloodstock Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWReturned to the scene of his only previous win, showed improved form when doubling his tally at Carlisle (7.8f) at the beginning of the month. Left poorly placed when down the field at Ripon 5 days later. TFRHHHII BHA81

4 VENETIAN (IRE) (15) 351-032 D

9-5 (12)

Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Venetian Beauty (USA) Joe Fanning J

O Dr J. Walker Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Chris & James McHale Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner at 2 yrs and has left his reappearance run behind with placed efforts both starts since, headed only near the line when runner-up at Haydock (8.2f) 15 days ago. Drawn widest. TFRHHHII BHA81

5 STAR PLAYER (GB) (31) 33121-0 D

9-4 (9)

Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Lunar Phase (IRE) Benoit de la Sayette J

O Owners Group 116 Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket T

B Dukes Stud & William Wyatt Owners Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved for the switch to nurseries as he won 2 of his final 3 last year Shaped as if better for the runwhen mid-field in handicap at Sandown (1m) in May. Likelyto be much closerto form this time. TFRHHHII BHA80

6 DANCING IN PARIS (FR) (22) 40-5125 D BF 9-3 (8)

Br B g Olympic Glory (IRE) - Ponte Sanangelo (FR) Dougie Costello J

O Mr Joseph Smith Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Thierry de La Heronniere et al

TIMEFORM VIEW Took a step forward making his handicap debut when off the mark at Haydock (1m) in April. Backed up that effortwhensecondatSandownnexttime,thoughnotquiteinthesameformwhenfifthatMusselburgh(9f). TFRHHHII BHA79

7 OVERRULE (IRE) (15) 41-045 9-1 (4)

Br B g New Bay - Goldamour (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J

O Clipper Logistics

B Kildaragh Stud

K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form at 2 yrs, opening account in a Redcar novice in November Turned in his best effort of the season when fifth of 8 in handicap at Haydock (7f) 15 days ago.TFRHHIII BHA77

8 THREE YORKSHIREMEN (IRE) (26) 344-226

9-0 (1)

Br B g Massaat (IRE) - House of Roses Oisin Orr J

O John Rhodes Peter Timmins & Dale Wilsdon Richard Fahey, Malton T

B McCracken Farms

TIMEFORM VIEWStepped up on his reappearance when runner-up in Ripon novice (9.8f, heavy) in April. Unable to repeat that effort when sixth in a similar event at Redcar (10f, good to firm) last time. TFRHHIII BHA76

9 CRAVEN (GB) (29) 2200-4

Br B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Morant Bay (IRE) Billy Garritty J

O Northern Marking Ltd Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Fernham Farm Ltd & Farraday Equine Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising second on first 2 outings last year and, got back on track after 8 months off when fourth of 14 in handicap atYork (7f) last month. Could have more to offerup in trip. TFRHHHII BHA

10 ROYAL CAY (GB) (48) 36-0016

Br Gr c Expert Eye - White Cay

Stallions Ltd & Dukes Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Upped in trip, left first 2 runs of the year behind when getting off the mark in handicap at Beverley

in April. However, not in the same form when last at Ayr on his latest outing. Should be suited by 1m.

(13) 34-2432 BF 8-6 (5)

Br B g Tasleet - Forever Excel (IRE) David Egan J

O Ambrose Turnbull & John Cruces Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Wayne Clifford Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden but has made the frame in handicaps on all 4 of his starts this season, again running well when second of 6 in handicap at this C&D 13 days ago. TFRHHHHI BHA68

12 IMPULSIVE REACTION (IRE) (12) 300-605

(3)

Br B g Fast Company (IRE) - Key Moment (IRE) Duran Fentiman J

O Mr T. A. Scothern & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Alexandra Butler & Brackvoan Stud Electrical Discount UK S

TIMEFORM VIEW A winner of a Musselburgh maiden on second run last year, showed more than previously this season when fifth in handicap at Ayr (7.2f) 12 days ago. Improvement required. TFRHHIII BHA66

2022: BULLET FORCE (IRE) 3 9 12 Clifford Lee 3-1 (K R Burke) 9 ran Blinkers worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8.

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

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

Probable S.P.’s: 2-1 Concorde (GB), 7-1 Silver Sword (GB), 9-1 Venetian (IRE), 11-1 Tasever (GB), 12-1 Ludo’s Landing (IRE), 14-1 Star Player (GB), 16-1 Dancing In Paris (FR), 18-1 Craven (GB), Royal Cay (GB), 22-1 Overrule (IRE), Three Yorkshiremen (IRE), 33-1 Impulsive Reaction (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

CONCORDE has shown much improved form sent handicapping this season, making it 3 wins from his 4 starts in 2022 with a cosy success at Redcar last time, and a 7-lb rise in the weights may not be enough to prevent him from landing the hat-trick. Silver Sword has also been going the right way this year and could be the main danger, ahead of Tasever.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CONCORDE 2.SILVER SWORD 3.TASEVER

Michael Shinners, Head of Sports PR for Sky Bet will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race A cash prize of £150 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race, £75 to the second and £25 to the third.

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

THE ART OF RACING

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Seventh Race 6.45

THE SKY BET SUNDAY SERIES SPRINT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

for three yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £32000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £13002, 2nd £6502, 3rd £3251, 4th £1626, 5th £813, 6th £406. (Penalty Value £16492.80)

For conditions of this race, see page 47

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Fahey (35 wins from 272 runners, 13%) runs ADMIRAL D TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (10 wins from 102 runners, 10%) runs

JUST FRANK, MANILA SCOUSE & MUSIC SOCIETY

LONGEST TRAVELLERS: JORDAN ELECTRICS, FOOLS RUSH IN & ABDUCTION trained by J Goldie, Glasgow, 230 miles.

6f

colours no horse age st-lb

1 FOOLS RUSH IN (IRE) (15) 54-0000 D

Draw

5 9-12 (7)

Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Faddwa (IRE) Tom Marquand J

O Dab Hand Racing Jim Goldie, Glasgow T

B Stephanie Hanly K A P Fish S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner but he’s yet to fire this season. Edging down the weights and didn’t have a hard time at Haydock last time, so not completely dismissed. TFRHHHII BHA90

2 ABDUCTION (FR) (22) 12-6233 D

5 9-9 (15)

Br B g Acclamation - Perfect Day (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J

O Dab Hand Racing Jim Goldie, Glasgow T

B Skymarch Farm Inc & Ecurie Des Charmes K A P Fish S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has been shaping up well lately, better than the result form a poor position when third at Musselburgh last time. Drop in trip and wide draw both against him here, though.

3 ADMIRAL D (IRE) (8) 00-5000 D

4 9-8 (1)

Br B g Ardad (IRE) - Derval (IRE) Oisin Orr J

O Five Go Mad In Malton Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Lynn Lodge Stud Richard Fahey Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Largely ran well in 2022 without getting his head in front. Creditable fifth on Newmarket reappearance but not in same form since. Has the plum draw but questions to answer.

4 FARO DE SAN JUAN (IRE) (8) 2-30001 D

HHIII BHA86

4 9-8 (9)

Br B g Almanzor (FR) - Fixette (IRE) Greg Cheyne J

O Quest Thoroughbreds & Jack Thomas Dylan Cunha, Newmarket T

B Lynch Bages Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Right back to form when landing a Chester handicap despite a slow start 8 days ago. Not long with this yard, so potential for better still, and warrants plenty of respect.

5 MOJOMAKER (IRE) (14) 4220-52 BF

4 9-7 (14)

Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Ajla (IRE) Rossa Ryan J

O David Lowe David Loughnane, Tern Hill T

B Tally-Ho Stud Galloways Bakers Ltd, Dave Loughnane Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless since 2-y-o days but good efforts on both outings this term, second at Goodwood last time. Had every chance there but a wide draw will make life tough

6 JUST FRANK (GB) (39) 2006-00 D

TFRHHHII BHA85

5 9-7 (4)

Br B g Epaulette (AUS) - Mabinia (IRE) Duran Fentiman J

O Billy Parker & Steven Parker Tim Easterby, Malton T

B David John Brown JPC Developments (Yorkshire) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful for Les Eyre but not at his best in a handful of runs last term and returned with a modest effort at York. Something to prove TFRHHIII BHA85

7 MUSIC SOCIETY (IRE) (15) 1-02200 CD

8 9-5 (5)

Br Gr g Society Rock (IRE) - Absolutely Cool (IRE) Phil Dennis J

O Richard Taylor & Philip Hebdon

Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Pier House Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 6f winner but his run of good form came to an end when twelfth of 14 in handicap at York and unable to feature at Haydock last time. Needs to bounce back. TFRHHIII BHA83

8 GHATHANFAR (IRE) (8) 30-0005 CD

7 9-4 (10)

Br Br g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Cuis Ghaire (IRE) David Nolan J

O Mr W. J. Laws Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Houghton Bunkhouse S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who arrives on the back of a solid showing when fourth at York last time. Should give another good account if he can secure a reasonable position from stall 10. TFRHHHII BHA82

9 THE THIN BLUE LINE (IRE) (22) 001250 D

5 9-3 (8)

Br B or Br g Mehmas (IRE) - Rahlah Joe Fanning J

O Middleham Park Racing LI & Partner Keith Dalgleish, Carluke T

B CN Farm Ltd Middleham Park Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best with the run of things in his favour at Musselburgh in April and went down only narrowly in his follow up bid at Hamilton a fortnight later. Below-par since, albeit not seen to best effect at Epsom latest. TFRHHHII BHA81

10 SHALAA ASKER (GB) (14) 135032 D

5 9-1 (12)

Br B g Shalaa (IRE) - Miracle Seeker Benoit de la Sayette J

O Ontoawinner, Andy Finneran racing Adrian Keatley, Malton T

B East Bloodstock Ltd & Deveron Ltd www.ontoawinner.net S

TIMEFORM VIEW Already a three-time winner this year, latest at Chelmsford City in April. Posted another good effort when second at Beverley last time but stall 12 is problematic. TFRHHHII BHA79

11 RATHBONE (GB) (8) 5-03030 CD

7 9-1 (6)

Br B g Foxwedge (AUS) - Frequent Tom Eaves J

O Mr N Shucksmith & Mrs H Lloyd-Herrington Michael Herrington, Willoughton T

B Whitsbury Manor Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to get his head in front this season and found run of good form coming to a halt at York 8 days ago. Cheekpieces back on and has a handy draw, so this C&D winner merits respect.

12 MANILA SCOUSE (GB) (5) 221/-232

4 9-1 (2)

Br B g Aclaim (IRE) - Forever Excel (IRE) David Allan J

O Ambrose Turnbull & John Cruces Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Wayne Clifford Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Good second of 6 in handicap (11/2) at Beverley (5f, soft) 5 days ago, suited by emphasis on stamina. Return to this trip is in his favour and makes most appeal from a handy draw TFRHHHHH BHA79

13 JORDAN ELECTRICS (GB) (14) 06-0110 D

7 8-13 (16)

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Ruby Slippers Cam Hardie J

O BJordan,BrianJordan,SJordan&NMcConnell Jim Goldie, Glasgow T

B T. J. Cooper

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a fine start for current yard, scoring at Ayr and Hamilton in May. Not clear run at Beverley last time but has a tough draw to contend with. TFRHHIII BHA77

14 MILBANKE (GB) (13) 31-4052 D

4 8-11 (11)

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 VIEWLatest win at Wolverhampton in November Back in form and shaped best when coming from too far back to finish second over C&D Will need everything to drop right from stall 11. TFRHHHHI BHA75

15 ORBITAL CHIME (GB) (232) 424610- D

3 8-10 (13)

Br B c Gleneagles (IRE) - Simmie (IRE) P. J. McDonald J

O Coverdale Stud James Horton, Middleham T

B Dance Thoroughbreds Manor House Farm S

TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark with a career best in 6f nursery at Redcar last year Below form next time and has been off 7 months since. Mark demands improvement and he has a tough draw TFRHHIII BHA81

16 SAVE THE WORLD (GB) (42) 041-0 D

3 8-7 (3)

Br B g James Garfield (IRE) - Just Be Friendly Andrew Mullen J

O Windmill House Thoroughbred Limited Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes S

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive for Jane Chapple-Hyam at 2, winning heavy-ground 6f Nottingham novice in October. New yard acquired him for 30,000 gns later that month but only modest at Hamilton. TFRHHIII BHA78

DECLARED RUNNERS 16 2022: GHATHANFAR (IRE) 6 9 0 Jason Hart 10-3 (Tracy Waggott) 16 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 6, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 8, 10, 11.

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

Stewards Note:

FOOLS RUSH IN: Following its run on 10/6/2023 it was reported that the horse was upset in the stalls.

ABDUCTION: Following its run on 3/6/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right handed.

RATHBONE: Following its run on 17/6/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right handed from halfway

Probable S.P.’s: 5-1 Manila Scouse (GB), 8-1 Faro de San Juan (IRE), 17-2 Milbanke (GB), 12-1 Ghathanfar (IRE), 14-1 Abduction (FR), Mojomaker (IRE), Shalaa Asker (GB), 16-1 Admiral D (IRE), Rathbone (GB), 22-1 Fools Rush In (IRE), The Thin Blue Line (IRE), Jordan Electrics (GB), 25-1 Music Society (IRE), 28-1 Orbital Chime (GB), 33-1 Just Frank (GB), 50-1 Save The World (GB)

MANILA SCOUSE shaped like he’s ready to win when second at Beverley last time and, with the return to this trip and low draw both in his favour, he takes preference over Faro de San Juan, who scored at Chester last time. Milbanke is likely to play a part if they go hard in front.

Michael Shinners, Head of Sports PR for Sky Bet will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £150 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race, £75 to the second and £25 to the third.

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.

PLAY SMARTER

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MANILA SCOUSE 2.FARO DE SAN JUAN (IRE) 3.MILBANKE

JUNE - 1 JULY # R A C I N G S T A F F W E E K

R A C IN G S T A F F W E E K .C O M

This year sees the seventh running of Racing Staff Week. Once again, the week will bring the racing industry and its followers together to showcase the passion, skill and dedication of all the staff, across the breadth of the industry, whose hard work makes our great sport possible.

This year’s Racing Staff Week will recognise the contribution of the industry’s entire workforce, from stud and stable staff to breeders, racecourse staff and administrators and everything in between.

To find out more about Racing Staff Week and activities happening during the week visit www.racingstaffweek.com or scanning the QR code:

Public TransPorT Trains

There are 3 stations in Pontefract – Monkhill, Baghill and Tanshelf. Pontefract Tanshelf is more or less opposite the entrance to the Park, whereas Monkhill and Baghill stations are more centrally located in Pontefract and are around 2 to 3 miles from the course. If you don’t fancy the walk through the Town, taxis are available at the stations.

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

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 3.45 - THE RACE TO A CURE FOR MND EBF FILLIES’ RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands B, C and D) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8100 to the winning horse The second to receive £3802, the third £1902 and the fourth £951. for novice two yrs old fillies only, which are E.B.F eligible, which are in Bands B, C and D. Enter by noon, June 19th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 23rd. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band C from Band B 2lb Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). SKY BET have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner They will also present a total cash prize of £250 to be split between the three stable employees judged by them to be in charge of the three best turned out horses in this race THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have generously contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race Please refer to the Conditions For Entry section accessed from the Information menu on the BHA Racing Administration Internet site (www2.racingadmin.co.uk), for further details on Restricted Race Bands. 19 entries at £40 - Closed June 19th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6401; Second £3200; Third £1601; Fourth £800. (Penalty Value £8100) SS

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 4.15 - THE SKY BET SUNDAY SERIES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10308 to the winning horse The second to receive £4834, the third £2418, the fourth £1208, the fifth £604 and the sixth £302. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, June 19th and pay £74 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 23rd. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after June 17th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. SKY BET have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner They will also present a total cash prize of £250 to be split between the three stable employees judged by them to be in charge of the three best turned out horses in this race 26 entries at £74. - Closed June 19th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8126; Second £4064; Third £2032; Fourth £1016; Fifth £508; Sixth £254. (Penalty Value £10308) SS

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 4.45 - THE SKY BET SUNDAY SERIES PONTEFRACT CASTLE FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £44816 to the winning horse The second to receive £17064, the third £8544, the fourth £4264, the fifth £2136, the sixth £1072, the seventh £536 and the eighth £264. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won a Group 1 or Group 2 Pattern race after August 31st, 2022. Enter by noon, June 19th and pay £200 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 23rd.

Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, after August 31st, 2022, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb. The winning owner will receive a Perpetual Challenge Trophy to be held for one year only SKY BET have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner They will also present a total cash prize of £250 to be split between the three stable employees judged by them to be in charge of the three best turned out horses in this race 15 entries at £200. - Closed June 19th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £35200; Second £14512; Third £7256; Fourth £3632; Fifth £1816; Sixth £904; Seventh £456; Eighth £224. (Penalty Value £44816) A SS

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 5.15 - THE SKY BET SUNDAY SERIES PONTEFRACT CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (Round 4 of the Pontefract Stayers Championship 2023) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10308 to the winning horse The second to receive £4834, the third £2418, the fourth £1208, the fifth £604 and the sixth £302. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, June 19th and pay £74 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 23rd. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after June 17th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The winning owner will receive a Perpetual Challenge Trophy to be held for one year only SKY BET have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner They will also present a total cash prize of £250 to be split between the three stable employees judged by them to be in charge of the three best turned out horses 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. 14 entries at £74. - Closed June 19th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8126; Second £4064; Third £2032; Fourth £1016; Fifth £508; Sixth £254. (Penalty Value £10308) SS

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 5.45 - THE SKY BET SUNDAY SERIES MIDDLE-DISTANCE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £16492 to the winning horse The second to receive £7734, the third £3868, the fourth £1932, the fifth £966 and the sixth £483. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, June 19th and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 23rd. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after June 17th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. SKY BET have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner They will also present a total cash prize of £250 to be split between the three stable employees judged by them to be in charge of the three best turned out horses in this race 25 entries at £100. - Closed June 19th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £13002; Second £6502; Third £3251; Fourth £1626; Fifth £813; Sixth £406. (Penalty Value £16492.80) Weights raised 4lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 6.15 - THE SKY BET SUNDAY SERIES 3YO MILE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10308 to the winning horse The second to receive £4834, the third £2418, the fourth £1208, the fifth £604 and the sixth £302. for three yrs old only, Rated 0-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, June 19th and pay £74 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 23rd. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 17th, 2023, for each race won 6lb. SKY BET have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner They will also present a total cash prize of £250 to be split between the three stable employees judged by them to be in charge of the three best turned out horses in this race 24 entries at £74. - Closed June 19th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8126; Second £4064; Third £2032; Fourth £1016; Fifth £508; Sixth £254. (Penalty Value £10308) SS

SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 6.45 - THE SKY BET SUNDAY SERIES SPRINT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £16492 to the winning horse The second to receive £7734, the third £3868, the fourth £1932, the fifth £966 and the sixth £483. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, June 19th and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 23rd. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after June 17th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. SKY BET have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner They will also present a total cash prize of £250 to be split between the three stable employees judged by them to be in charge of the three best turned out horses in this race 28 entries at £100. - Closed June 19th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £13002; Second £6502; Third £3251; Fourth £1626; Fifth £813; Sixth £406. (Penalty Value £16492.80) SS

SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE.

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