Pontefract Racecard - Tuesday 11th July

TUESDAY 11TH JULY

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First Race 2.10

THE NEW ATLAS ‘STATUS 5’

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NURSERY

HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for two yrs old x Total prize fund £7000

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

(Penalty Value £3663.80)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Easterby (29 wins from 321 runners, 9%) runs CHAT UP LINE & IFONLYTHEYCUDTALK TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (6 wins from 69 runners, 9%) runs KANDY HOUSE LONGEST TRAVELLER: MISTRESS TEITE trained by A West, Epsom, 201 miles.

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1 CELESTIAL FLIGHT (GB) (25) 51 D

Br B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Ebrah Graham Lee J

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

B Springcombe Park Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved from debut run when taking 14-runner seller at York (6f, good to firm) 25 days ago, holding on gamely Fairly treated on handicap debut and merits consideration.

2 KANDY HOUSE (IRE) (35) 356

(5)

Br B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Gower Song Joe Fanning J

O Gallop Racing Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Tinnakill Bloodstock & Jack Cantillon Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t really progressed from her debut, left behind in final furlong at Wetherby (5.5f, good to firm) latest. May do better now switched to handicaps, though. TFRHHHII BHA66

3 STAR OF LAZISE (IRE) (10) 040

9-8 (10)

Br B c Inns of Court (IRE) - Startori Connor Beasley J

O Yorkshire Moors Racing I

B Tally-Ho Stud Gemma Tutty Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Found shorter trip against him when last of 7 in minor event at Newcastle (5f) 10 days ago and can’t be ruled out stepped up to 6f on handicap debut.

4 HAVANA PRINCE (GB) (56) 540

O Bishop, Kench, Croot,Hymas & Scholefield

B Edward Peary

NON-RUNNER

Br B or Gr c Havana Grey - Sciacca (IRE) J

Tony Coyle, Norton T

PRINCE na Gr Coyle, Ed BHA

TFRHHIII BHA64

TIMEFORM VIEW Rather gone backwards since his promising Doncaster debut, well held when badly hampered at Wetherby last time. Cheekpieces now tried on handicap bow.

5 TIME SIGNATURE (GB) (26) 000

Br B c Dark Angel (IRE) - Betty F

O Wardley Bloodstock

9-7 (9)

Daniel Tudhope J

William Knight, Newmarket T

B Mr Charles Fox William Knight Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden who found further improvement when eighth of 13 in minor event (50/1) at Newbury (6.5f, firm) 26 days ago. Visor on first time. Could be a player on handicap debut.

6 MISTRESS TEITE (GB) (33) 343

Br B f Eqtidaar (IRE) - Poudretteite

TFRHHHII BHA63

9-5 (6)

Charlie Bennett J

O Cusden & Parker Adam West, Epsom T

B J. W. Haydon Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame all 3 starts thus far, latest when third of 8 in maiden at Chelmsford City (6f) 33 days ago. More required on switch to handicapping here, however. TFRHHHII BHA61

7 DAN DEE PRINCE (IRE) (46) 300

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Karamaya (IRE)

O Roudee Racing 9

9-5 (4)

Pierre-Louis Jamin (3) J

Tom Dascombe, Lambourn T

B Aoife Boland & Aaron Boland Roudee Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Acquitted himself well when third on debut here (5f) in April but hasn’t built on that and cheekpieces are now reached for on handicap debut.

TFRHHIII BHA61

8 KEEP WARM (GB) (13) 653

9-4 (11)

Br B g Lightning Spear - Sabrewing (IRE) Billy Garritty J

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

B The Sabrewing Partnership Sheridan Ny Llp S

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden who seemed unsuited by drop back in trip when third of 9 in maiden at Carlisle (good to soft) 13 days ago. Visor on first time. Looks a likely contender on first crack at handicapping. TFRHHHHH BHA60

9 CHAT UP LINE (GB) (35) 540

9-4 (3)

Br B f James Garfield (IRE) - Chatline (IRE) David Allan J

O Ryedale Partners No 8 Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Harriet Loder Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW No real impact in a trio of starts in maidens/minor events and opening mark could have been kinder on switch to handicapping. Hood on first time. TFRHHIII BHA60

10 MIST OF LIR (IRE) (41) 64005 8-13 (1)

Br B g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Misty Dawn (IRE) Tom Marquand J

O Middleham Park Racing XXII Amy Murphy, Newmarket T

B Padraig Williams Amy Murphy Racing Ltd, Class1personnel, Middleham Park Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has more experience than most but isn’t progressing and the addition of blinkers had little effect at Beverley last time. Cheekpieces back on for handicap debut. Gelded since last seen. TFRHHIII BHA55

11 IFONLYTHEYCUDTALK (IRE) (19) 000 8-3 (8)

Br Ch c Soldier’s Call - Union City Blues (IRE) Duran Fentiman J

O Kate Barrett & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Tom McDonald Thoroughbred Business Management Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Shown little in 3 outings to date and hopes may rest on addition of blinkers for handicap bow. TFRHHIII BHA38

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2022: RIVERSIDE GIRL 2 9 4 Clifford Lee 7-1 (K R Burke) 9 ran Hood worn first time by No 9. Blinkers worn first time by No 11. Visor worn first time by No 5, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10.

Running for the first time since Gelding No. 7, 10.

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

Probable S.P.’s: 5-1 Keep Warm (GB), 11-2 Celestial Flight (GB), 15-2 Kandy House (IRE), 8-1 Time Signature (GB), 9-1 Mistress Teite (GB), 10-1 Mist of Lir (IRE), 14-1 Chat Up Line (GB), 16-1 Dan Dee Prince (IRE), 18-1 Star of Lazise (IRE), Ifonlytheycudtalk (IRE)

KEEP WARM should relish the step back up in trip and looks fairly treated on his handicap debut. He gets the nod in a race where the market should provide plenty of clues. Celestial Flight and Time Signature are also of interest.

Steven McGawn, Managing Director, Atlas Leisure Homes 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.

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

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Second Race 2.45

THE MUSIC NIGHT & BEER FESTIVAL 21ST JULY MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)

for maiden three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3414, 2nd £1706, 3rd £854, 4th £426.

(Penalty Value £4320)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D O’Meara (25 wins from 153 runners, 16%) runs IRON LION TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W Haggas (14 wins from 45 runners, 31%) runs STAR AHOY LONGEST TRAVELLERS: STAR AHOY trained by W Haggas, LITE AND AIRY & BREAK POINT trained by S P C Woods & WONDERWALL trained by R Spencer, Newmarket, 147 miles.

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1 LITE AND AIRY (GB) (20) 0

Br B g Twilight Son - Spin Doctor Darragh Keenan J

O Mr N. O’Keeffe S. P. C. Woods, Newmarket T

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Brook Stud Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW 25/1, ninth of 10 in minor event at Newcastle (10.2f) on debut 20 days ago. Needs a lot more.

2 MR CUDDIHY (IRE) (75) 5/-4 4 10-2 (8)

Br Ch g Gleneagles (IRE) - Magic Art (IRE)

O ValueRacingClub.co.uk

B C. McHale & The Rat Pack Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW Off 16 months before below-par fourth of 5 in minor event (12/1) at Beverley (9.9f, good to soft) 75 days ago. Could still do better with that run under his belt.

HHHII BHA-

3 RENOIR (GB) (51) 4 10-2 (4)

Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Feis Ceoil (IRE)

O Robert Allcock

B Robert Allcock

Beasley J

TIMEFORM VIEW Debut third in Bangor bumper but only eighth of 10 in bumper at Stratford (16.3f, good) 51 days ago. Plenty more is required in this sphere. TFRHHIII BHA-

4 WONDERWALL (IRE) (116)

Br B g Yeats (IRE) - Rock Me Gently

7 10-2 (6)

O REBEL JUMPING II Richard Spencer, Newmarket T

B Barbara Kirby Rebel Racing Ltd, Direct Commercial Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful 20f chase winner in 2022. Cheekpieces on for 1st time when fair thirteenth of 24 in County Hurdle at Cheltenham (16.8f, good to soft) in March. Not without interest starting out on the Flat

5 ZAIN FARHH (GB) (281) 2-

Br Ch g Farhh - Local Spirit (USA)

O Mr Martin Hughes

B Elusive Bloodstock

TFRHHHII BHA-

4 10-2 (9)

P. J. McDonald J

Paul Webber, Banbury T

Old Oak Holdings Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Running-on second of 7 in maiden here (12f, good, 25/1) on his debut 9 months ago on sole run for Richard Fahey. Needs to hit the ground running for his new stable after an absence.

6 BREAK POINT (GB) (20) 34

Br B c Iffraaj - Final Set (IRE)

O Mr Saeed Suhail

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TFRHHIII BHA-

3 9-6 (11)

Robert Havlin J

S. P. C. Woods, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced colt and fair form shown, fourth of 9 in minor event at Newcastle (10.2f) 20 days ago. May still do better. Shortlisted.

7 CUTTLESTONE BRIDGE (GB) (299) 0-

Br B g Camacho - Compton Bird

O CUTTLESTONE RACING

B Plantation Stud

TFRHHHII BHA-

3 9-6 (1)

David Allan J

Steph Hollinshead, Rugeley T

TIMEFORM VIEW 125/1, last of 8 in minor event at this course (6f, good) on debut, very slowly away Off 9 months with lots more to do stepping up significantly up in trip. Hooded for 1st time.

TFRHHIII BHA-

8 IRON LION (GB) (18) 323

Br Gr c Roaring Lion (USA) - Stream Song

O Geoff & Sandra Turnbull

B Elwick Stud

3 9-6 (3)

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed on all his three runs to date, good third of 6 in minor event at Redcar (10f, good to firm) 18 days ago. Can go well again.

9 JUMEIRAH KING (GB) (82) 23-42 3

Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Tickle Me Blue (GER)

O Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

B Gestut Gorlsdorf

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful ex-French maiden who came in a good second of 6 in maiden at Longchamp (9f, good to soft) 82 days ago. Has since been gelded and is very much one to consider for his new yard

10 MY BOY BENJI (GB) (28) 0 3

Br B g Mondialiste (IRE) - Lady Chaparral

O The Marina Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW 66/1, last of 11 in minor event at Wetherby (7f, good to firm) on debut 28 days ago, missing break. Significantly up in trip with work to do.

11 STAR AHOY (GB) (53) 0-43

Br B c Sea The Stars (IRE) - Infallible

B

Stud

Park Stud Limited Cheveley Park Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Well-bred son of SeaThe Stars who has shaped with promise over 1m this term when in the frame inYarmouth maiden and Newmarket novice. Has more to offer, especially now upped in trip Big shout. TFRHHHHH BHA80

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2022: CHILLINGHAM (IRE) 3 9 6 Kevin Stott 5-1 (Edward Bethell) 11 ran Hood worn first time by No 7. Running for the first time since Gelding No 9.

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

Stewards Note:

IRON LION: Following its run on 23/6/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P.’s: 6-4 Star Ahoy (GB), 5-1 Jumeirah King (GB), 13-2 Wonderwall (IRE), 7-1 Iron Lion (GB), 14-1 Break Point (GB), 20-1 Zain Farhh (GB), 28-1 Mr Cuddihy (IRE), 33-1 Renoir (GB), 66-1 Lite And Airy (GB), 150-1 My Boy Benji (GB), 300-1 Cuttlestone Bridge (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

STAR AHOY has shaped up well on all his three runs to date and with this longer distance sure to see him in an even better light he looks the way to go Kevin Ryan’s new recruit Jumeirah King showed some fairly useful form in France so rates the chief threat, with the consistent Iron Lion rating a solid place prospect once more.

A representative of Pontefract Racecourse will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £50 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race

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

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PIPALONG

- THE FLYING FILLY

Fast fillies are special racehorses and the Weatherbys Digital Solutions

Listed Pipalong Stakes run at Pontefract commemorates one of the toughest there has been.

Pipalong, born in January 1996 and bred in Ireland by Yeomanstown Stud, was a daughter of the stallion Pips Pride and out of the Green Desert mare Limpopo, a first foal out of the 1987 Irish champion older miler Grey Goddess (Gods Walk).

Yeomanstown sold her as a yearling at Tattersalls October to a cash buyer for 7,000gns. She was an inspired buy – for the following four racing seasons and through 37 racecourse starts her owners

Tom Bennett and Marjorie Easterby, mother of the filly’s trainer Tim, enjoyed a fine time with the well-bought filly.

Pipalong’s racecourse debut in April as a two-year-old gave connections an idea of the talent she possessed – she won by a clear 12 lengths at Ripon. Her win next time out at York was a closer affair, she took on Bint Allayl and succeeded by a neck; the placings between the two subsequently reversed in the Queen Mary Stakes (G3) at Royal Ascot.

Tim Easterby’s flying bay filly then went on to finish second in the Cherry Hinton Stakes (G2) at Newmarket to Wannabe Grand, picked up a fourth place in the Listed Oh So Sharp Stakes before collecting the Redcar Two-Year-Old Trophy in October.

At three she ran in some top sprints did not win until August – back at Ripon she beat the colts in the Great St Wilfrid Handicap. Subsequent outings in the Group 1 Sprint Cup and the Ayr Gold Cup did not reap rewards and it was not until the last day of the 1999 Turf season in the 6f Listed Wentworth Stakes at Doncaster that she put her head back in front, the filly relishing her favoured soft ground.

As is so often with sprinters Pipalong produced her best as a four-year-old. She won on her seasonal debut before adding a first Group 3 to her CV with victory in the Palace House Stakes (G3) at Newmarket.

The tough campaigner then hit her form of life through July to September–shefinishedthirdbehindAgnesWorldintheJulyCup(G1),filled the same placing in the Nunthorpe Stakes (G1) to Nuclear World before her career-defining victory in the Group 1 Sprint Cup ahead of Sampower Star Her four-year-old season concluded with another Group 1 third this time behind Namid in the Prix de l’Abbaye (G1) at the Arc meeting at Longchamp.

At five, she won the Duke of York Stakes (G2) but then did not trouble the judge again until another third placing in the Prix de l’Abbaye (G1).

As a broodmare she produced three winners headed by Walk On Bye (Danehill Dancer), who won the Anglesey Stakes (G3) and finished third in the Phoenix Stakes (G1).

By Sally Duckett

WEATHERBYS DIGITAL SOLUTIONS PIPALONG STAKES

The feature on today’s six-race card is the Weatherbys Digital Solutions Pipalong Stakes, a Listed event for fillies and mares over a mile, which has attracted a field of nine

William Haggas won the race back in 2004 with Chorist and his four-yearold Purplepay is clear on official BHA Ratings. Previously trained in France by Cedric Rossi, the daughter of Zarak ran five times for the Newmarket-based trainer last year, winning the Prix de Sandringham (Group 2) on her second run of the campaign. She could never quite recapture that form thereafter and has been over to Australia in the spring, most recently finishing down the field in the Sydney Queen Of The Turf Stakes in early-April.

If returning to her best, she sets a good standard and the forecast rain is certainly in her favour, with her four career wins being gained on soft ground.

Rated 95 and 12lbs inferior to Purplepay is Fall In Love, who is set to make her debut for Roger Varian. Previously trained in France by Hiroo Shimizu, the Sea

The Stars filly was last seen in action at Meydan in early-February, where she contested a Group 2 over this trip A soft-ground winner as a two-year-old, she failed to win at three, but was beaten just 4 lengths in the Group 1 Prix Vermeille over 1m4f That piece of form would make her a major player at this level, although she is another on a slight retrieval mission after a lay-off

Both Purplepay and Fall In Love have wide draws to overcome, with only Al Agaila out wider, in stall nine She was slowly away before running on quite well at Newcastle last month and will need to be sharper from the gate over this trip, with her two latest victories coming over 1m2f at Lingfield.

Gavin Cromwell’s Irish-raider Dha Leath comes back in trip, having run over 1m4f last time, and is another who appreciates really testing ground. The more rain that falls the better her chance will be, with her last two wins coming when the word ‘heavy’ featured in the going description. She has won four of her 10 starts for her current trainer (previously trained by Garvan Donnelly), during which time her I.H.R.B. Rating has risen from 68 to 92

Mary Salome is another runner from Ireland, with Andrew Kinirons’ daughter of Zebedee having won at Roscommon during June That handicap win came off just 77 and she was beaten in a small field, off just 1lb higher, last time She has plenty to find on official figures and that comment also applies to Kingmania, who won a Southwell handicap off 78 two starts back. Again, she has been beaten since and needs to put up a career-best to take a hand.

Zenga, a stable-mate of Fall In Love, and Love Interest finished seventh and 18th respectively in the Kensington Palace at Royal Ascot last time, with the former denied a clear-run in the closing stages. Despite being worse off at the weights, she can confirm that form and might be capable of further improvement, having undergone wind-surgery over the winter The lightly-raced Lope de Vega filly is certainly one of the more interesting runners.

The Charlie Johnston-trained Espressoo completes the line-up and is the most likely pace angle in the race She made all when winning a 7f handicap at Ayr in May, but was unable to dominate in this grade last month. If allowed her own way in front, she might be capable of a better showing, although she has stamina to prove on just her second start at the trip (only run over a mile to date came in last year’s Sandringham Stakes at Royal Ascot).

Paul Ferguson

Weatherbys

DIGITAL SOLUTIONS

Third Race 3.20

6y THE WEATHERBYS DIGITAL SOLUTIONS PIPALONG STAKES (CLASS

1) (Listed Race)

for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £50000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £22280, 2nd £9145, 3rd £4575, 4th £2285, 5th £1145, 6th £570. (Penalty Value £28355)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): D O’Meara (25 wins from 153 runners, 16%) runs LOVE INTEREST TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W Haggas (14 wins from 45 runners, 31%) runs PURPLEPAY LONGEST TRAVELLERS: MARY SALOME trained by A Kinirons & DHA LEATH trained by G Cromwell, Ireland

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1 AL AGAILA (IRE) (12) 311-105 D

Br B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - L’Amour de Ma Vie (USA) James Doyle

O KHK Racing Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket

B Ballylinch Stud Gainsborough Thoroughbreds Limited

TIMEFORM VIEWSolidstarttocareeronturflastsummerandtookformupanotchonpolytrackduringthewinter,completinghat-trickinWinterOaksHandicapatLingfi

inJanuary SolideffortwhenaclosefifthatNewcastle(1m)recentlybutwillneedtoimproveifshe’storesumewinningwayshere.

2 DHA LEATH (IRE) (9) 0451-00 D

5 9-2 (2)

Br B m Mehmas (IRE) - Tarried P. J. McDonald J

O G. Clarke/Mrs J. P. Duffy/G. Donnelly Gavin Cromwell, Ireland

B Bernard Cooke

TIMEFORM VIEWEnjoyedaproductive 2022,bagging4handicapsatupto11/4m.Wasn’tbeaten farwhenninthof27intheIrishLincolnshireattheCurraghon return in March but subsequent effortwas a shade disappointing, forall that the 1 1/2m trip probablystretched her. TFRHHIII BHA93

3 ESPRESSOO (GB) (38) 6640-15

4 9-2 (6)

Br Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Elas Diamond Joe Fanning J

O Newsells Park Stud - Ossie Ardiles Synd. Charlie Johnston, Middleham

B Newsells Park Stud Johnston Racing Ltd, Newsells Park Stud Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to form when making a winning reappearance at Ayr (7.2f, good to firm) in May. However, she was put in her place in this grade next time and a similar outcome is anticipated here.

4 FALL IN LOVE (IRE) (158) 55605-0

Br B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Matauri Pearl (IRE)

O Mr Shigeo Nomura

B Ecurie Des Charmes & Ballylinch Stud

TIMEFORM VIEWUsefulfillyforpreviousyardinFrance,notablyfinishingfifthof17intheFrenchOakslastseason.Majorityofhersubsequenteffortshavebeenin Group companyand she’s an interesting contenderat this level on debut fornewyard (also represented here byZenga).

5 KINGMANIA (IRE) (70) 5005-14 D BF

5 9-2 (4)

Br B m Kingman - Greek Goddess (IRE) Robert Havlin J

O Mr S Fustok James Ferguson, Newmarket T

B Deerfield Farm Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEWProgressiveearlierinhercareerforChrisWalland,havingdrawnablankin2022,shemadetheperfectstartfornewyardinafirst-timehoodatSouthwell(1m) inApril.DisappointinginaNottinghamhandicapnexttime,though,andprobablybitingoffmorethanshecanchewatthislevel.

6 LOVE INTEREST (GB) (20) 0040-00

TFRHHIII BHA81

4 9-2 (3)

Br B f Time Test - Wild Mimosa (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J

O Clipper Logistics

B Overbury Stallions Ltd

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

TIMEFORM VIEWNewcastlenovicewinneronsole2-y-ostartandtwiceacquittedherselfwellinlistedcompanylastseason,includingwhenfourthof12atAscot (7f, good to soft) in October. However, she hasn’t come close to matching that level of form in 3 subsequent starts.

7 MARY SALOME (IRE) (17) 50-6413 D

Br Gr m Zebedee - Christa Maria

O Mr Andrew Kinirons

B Noel O’Callaghan

TFRHHIII BHA87

7 9-2 (5)

Tom Eaves J

Andrew Kinirons, Ireland T

TIMEFORM VIEWIrish raiderwho resumedwinningways in a 9-runnerhandicap at Roscommon (7.2f, good) earlylast month. Byno means disgraced when a close third at Limerick next time but she looks up against it raised in class here.

TFRHIIII BHA78

8 PURPLEPAY (FR) (94) 1556-00 D

4 9-2 (7)

Br B f Zarak (FR) - Piedra (IRE) Tom Marquand J

O Lael Stable William Haggas, Newmarket T

B Mme Lisa Lemiere Dubois

TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever on second start forWilliam Haggas when landing Group 2 Prix de Sandringham at Chantilly last June. Little impact in a couple of Group 1s inAustralia this year but this drop in class will be welcomed and she’s the one to beat. TFRHHHHH BHA107

9 ZENGA (GB) (20) 43120-0

4 9-2 (1)

Br B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Blending David Egan J

O Toudo Llc Roger Varian, Newmarket T

B James Wigan Varian Stable Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEWMadeitthirdtimeluckyina9.5fWolverhampton(9.5f)lastJulypriortoacreditablesecondonhandicapdebutatLingfield(11/4m,AW).Encouragingbelated reappearanceonthebackofawindopatRoyalAscot(1m,good)andshe’snotwithouteach-wayhopeupinclasshere. TFRHHHII BHA86

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: THUNDER BEAUTY (IRE) 4 9 2 Daniel Tudhope 3-1 (David O’Meara) 8 ran

Hood worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

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

Stewards Note:

ZENGA: Following its run on 21/6/2023 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run

Probable S.P.’s: 11-10 Purplepay (FR), 13-2 Fall In Love (IRE), 9-1 Al Agaila (IRE), 10-1 Zenga (GB), 12-1 Dha Leath (IRE), 20-1 Love Interest (GB), 22-1 Espressoo (GB), 33-1 Kingmania (IRE), Mary Salome (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

If anywhere near her best back from a 3-month break, PURPLEPAY should simply outclass these rivals. She was nearer last than first in a couple of top-tier races in Australia in March/April but her sights are lowered significantly here and she showed what she can do when landing a Group 2 in France last summer The Roger Varian-trained duo Zenga and Fall In Love can fill the places, with the former marginally preferred for forecast purposes.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PURPLEPAY (FR) 2.ZENGA 3.FALL IN LOVE (IRE)

Nick Craven, Executive Director of Weatherbys will present a memento and perpetual challenge trophy to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £100 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

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

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BEST TURNED OUT WINNERS

Monday 3rd July

RACE HORSE GROOM

1 2 3

4 5 6

TWOFORTHEGUTTER SOGRATEFUL BARG COSMICVIEW LION’SDREAM PATONTHEBACK

Fabrice Beth

Nadir

Natalia Sophie Izzy

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 joint top of the table are Paul Midgley & Roger Fell’s yards, who have both won four Best Turned Out Prizes this year!

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Fourth Race 3.55

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AT NORTHERN COMMERCIALS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £28000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £11376, 2nd £5690, 3rd £2845, 4th £1422, 5th £711, 6th £356.

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Easterby (29 wins from 321 runners, 9%) runs BAY BREEZE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K Ryan (6 wins from 29 runners, 21%) runs ALEEZDANCER

LONGEST TRAVELLER: EARLS trained by G Cromwell, Ireland.

(Penalty Value £14431.20) colours no horse

1 SUMMERGHAND (IRE) (17) 460000 CD

Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Kate The Great

O Mr Hamad Rashed Bin Ghedayer David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Airlie Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart gelding who was a three-time winner last year, including in Ayr Gold Cup. Not at his best so far this term but this is a fair bit easier than his recent assignments. No surprise were he to revive.

2 ALEEZDANCER (IRE) (10) 03-1600 CD

Br B g Fast Company (IRE) - Clifton Dancer Curtis Wilson-Ruddock (7) J

O Jack Berry and John Matthews Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

B Rathasker Stud K. A. Ryan Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who has added to his tally on Doncaster reappearance in April. Disappointing in his 3 outings since and now sports blinkers in a bid to get back on track.

3 IT JUST TAKES TIME (IRE) (19) 031416 D BF

5 9-9 (3)

Br Br g Power - War Bride (GER) Tom Marquand J

O Go Alfresco Racing Partners Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T

B Gervin Creaner Riverlynx Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of 6f handicaps at Thirsk in May and Ripon in June. The type to bounce back from a rare below-par run back at Ripon 19 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA93

4 EARLS (IRE) (46) 10-0010 D

6 9-5 (1)

Br B g Dream Ahead (USA) - Princess Pearlita (IRE) P. J. McDonald J

O M. Sheridan Gavin Cromwell, Ireland T

B Mr M. Enright

TIMEFORM VIEWIrish raiderwho got back towinningways at Cork(7f) in May Not in the same form in abig field at the Curragh (1m) 3weeks laterand nowdrops back in trip in a bid to getback on track.Also has first-time cheekpieces added to his tongue tie (wore blinkers earlierin his career).

5 APHELIOS (GB) (8) 2213-05 D

TFRHHHII BHA89

4 9-5 (7)

Br B g Kodiac - Homily James Doyle J

O The Horse Watchers Michael Appleby, Oakham T

B Kingwood Stud Timeform S

TIMEFORM VIEWStepped up on his reappearance when fifth of 8 in handicap at Windsor(6f, good to firm) 8 days ago.Thatwas his first outing in 11 weeks so possible he’ll be a bit sharper now. Also has a first-time visor replacing his cheekpieces.

6 BAY BREEZE (GB) (19) 012135 D

TFRHHHHI BHA89

4 9-2 (5)

Br B g Buratino (IRE) - Midnight Mojito David Allan J

O Mr D. A. West & Partner

B Habton Farms

Tim Easterby, Malton T

Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won over 6f at Ripon in April and Thirsk in May. Good length third of 8 to It Just Takes Time back at Ripon last month but his run of good form came to abrupt halt last time.

7 KITAI (IRE) (13) 210-041 CD

TFRHHHII BHA86

3 8-9 (2)

Br B or Br f No Nay Never (USA) - Belle Isle Joe Fanning J

O M. C. Sweeney & Partners

Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Lynch Bages Ltd & Rhinestone B/Stock Johnston Racing Ltd, Ashford Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D maiden winner last autumn and back on the up with 7f Carlisle handicap success 13 days ago. Has the speed to be as effective back at 6f

TFRHHHHI BHA85

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2022: LAMPANG (IRE) 5 9 13 David Allan 11-4 (Tim Easterby) 8 ran

Blinkers worn first time by No. 2. Visor worn first time by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Visor worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

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

Stewards Note:

IT JUST TAKES TIME: Following its run on 22/6/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

BAY BREEZE: Following its run on 22/6/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Probable S.P.’s: 3-1 Kitai (IRE), 9-2 Aphelios (GB), 5-1 Summerghand (IRE), 13-2 It Just Takes Time (IRE), 15-2 Bay Breeze (GB), 9-1 Earls (IRE), 11-1 Aleezdancer (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

SUMMERGHAND is well handicapped again and is worth siding with to stage a revival faced with a less competitive scenario. Aphelios could be spot on for this after returning from a short break to finish fifth at Windsor last week and is second choice ahead of sole 3-y-o Kitai.

A representative of 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

Fifth Race 4.30

THE ATLAS LEISURE

HOMES

LIMITED 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 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Easterby (29 wins from 321 runners, 9%) runs CARRIGILLIHY TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (6 wins from 69 runners, 9%) runs KRONA LONGEST TRAVELLER: DUNDORY trained by J G O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn, 176 miles.

5y

colours no horse age st-lb Draw

1 BILLY NO MATES (IRE) (55) 133-040 D 7 10-2 (6)

Br B g Clodovil (IRE) - Sabaidee (IRE) Connor Beasley J

O Mr J Sagar and Mr M Dods Michael Dods, Darlington T

B Mount Coote Stud Denton Hall Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWLightlyracedinrecentseasonsandstilllookedtobeworkinghiswaybacktopeakfitnesswhenfourthof6atDoncasterinMay.Wasn’tseentobesteffectina competitiveeventatYorkonmostrecentoutingandinterestingnowreturningtocalmerwatershavingbeendroppedafurther2lb.

2 DUNDORY (IRE) (39) 055125 D BF

7 10-2 (9)

Br B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Lady Bones (IRE) Robert Havlin J

O The Cross Racing Club John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn T

B Newtown Anner Stud Farm Ltd Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEWRefittedwithcheekpiecesandgotoffthemarkfortheseasonatDoncasterinAprilbeforefindingonlyonetoogoodatHamilton(13.1f) next time. Shade disappointing at Chepstow last time, though, for all that a stronger gallop would have suited.

3 CARRIGILLIHY (GB) (16) 3-53140 CD

5 9-12 (4)

Br Gr g New Bay - Spectacle David Allan J

O The Harmonious Lot & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded a fourth course success here in May. Not disgraced in better company subsequently but needs to pull out a bit more if he’s to resume winning ways TFRHHHII BHA71

4 WHERE’S JEFF (GB) (30) 66-2145 D

8 9-11 (1)

Br B g Haafhd - Piece of Magic Billy Garritty J

O Mr A. G. Pollock Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T

B Lucky 5 Partnership & Stittenham Racing Stittenham Farms S

TIMEFORM VIEW Built on a good reappearance effort to end a long losing run at Hamilton (11f) in May, knuckling down well in first-time cheekpieces. Not disgraced back in stronger company both starts since and should remain competitive TFRHHHII BHA70

5 BIG CHEESE (FR) (20) 340-252

4 9-8 (8)

Br B g New Approach (IRE) - Kunegunda Callum Rodriguez J

O Lord Halifax Edward Bethell, Middleham T

B Earl Of Halifax Clarendon Thoroughbred Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who ran respectably in first-time cheekpieces up in trip when second of 4 in handicap at Newcastle (16.2f) 20 days ago, not unduly punished. Back down in trip. TFRHHHII BHA67

6 TIGERTEN (GB) (10) 641204 D

6 9-7 (5)

Br B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Morning Bride (IRE) Charlie Bennett J

O Miss Lauren Frost Kevin Frost, Newark T

B Team Hogdala AB Kevin Frost Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a drop in grade at Salisbury in May. Ran at least as well in defeat at Nottingham but hasn’t been at his best both outings for new yard, albeit not seen to best effect at Chester last time. Back down in trip. TFRHHHII BHA66

7 KRONA (GB) (13) 600-110 D

3 9-4 (7)

Br B f Sea The Moon (GER) - Kwanza Joe Fanning J

O Miss K. Rausing Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Miss K. Rausing Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWMuchimprovedforastepupintripwhenboltinguponhandicapdebutatKemptoninFebruarybeforefollowingupunderapenaltyatSouthwell

ago but is clearlybetterthan that.

BHA75

8 SPRITZIN’ (IRE) (271) 506-

3 8-11 (3)

Br B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Affability (IRE) Darragh Keenan J

O Mt Brilliant Farm & Ranch, LLC Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket T

B A. Stroud and J. Hanly

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in a trio of all-weather minor events last year but type to do better now upped appreciably in distance for handicap debut. TFRHHHHI BHA68

9 COSMIC VIEW (GB) (8) 050352

3 8-7 (2)

Br Ch g New Approach (IRE) - First Priority David Egan J

O Mr Abdullah Menahi Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T

B Godolphin

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden who ran his best race when second of 6 in C&D handicap (good) last week, albeit no match for winner Likely to be in the mix with a repeat. TFRHHHHI BHA64

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: WOR WILLIE 4 9 11 Paul Mulrennan 11-2 (Michael Dods) 6 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 5, 9.

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

Stewards Note:

DUNDORY: Following its run on 2/6/2023 it was reported that the horse resented the hard ground.

KRONA: Following its run on 28/6/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run

Probable S.P.’s: 9-2 Cosmic View (GB), 6-1 Spritzin’ (IRE), 13-2 Dundory (IRE), 8-1 Carrigillihy (GB), 17-2 Big Cheese (FR), 9-1 Billy No Mates (IRE), Krona (GB), 10-1 Where’s Jeff (GB), 11-1 Tigerten (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

BILLY NO MATES was left poorly placed after a tardy start on his most recent outing at York and is interesting now back down in grade having eased a further 2lb in the weights, so he receives the vote The dangers are headed by a pair of 3-y-os in Spritzin’, who appeals as the type to do much better now upped markedly in trip, and Cosmic View, who arrives on the back of a career best.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BILLY NO

(IRE)

Steven McGawn, Managing Director, Atlas Leisure Homes 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.

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

PHOTOGRAPHY

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

1. Photographs are taken entirely at your own risk.

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

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

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We are delighted to continue to support the Foundation in fond and loving memory of our great friend, Steve Evans.

Sixth Race 5.05

THE CHARLES STEWART

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CO STEVE EVANS MEMORIAL 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) Weights lowered 1lb.

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Easterby (29 wins from 321 runners, 9%) runs CASSY O TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (6 wins from 69 runners, 9%) runs HI CLARE

LONGEST TRAVELLER: PATERNOSTER SQUARE trained by S & E Crisford, Newmarket, 147 miles.

6y

1 MOSSBAWN (GB) (13) 3040-00

Br B g Brazen Beau (AUS) - Maziona

B Springfield Farm Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive at 4 but lightly raced and largely disappointing since, failing to beat a rival both starts for this yard Hard to fancy

2 PATERNOSTER SQUARE (FR) (15) 002 3

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

O Rabbah Racing Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T

B S.A.S.U. Ecurie Des Monceaux et al

TIMEFORM VIEW Left previous form behind when second in a novice at Windsor 15 days ago and this shrewd stable should eke further improvement out of him now his attentions are turned to handicaps, so he’s worth taking a chance on.

3 PHOENIX FIRE (IRE) (59) 601-43

Br B g Fast Company (IRE) - Lydia Becker

O Denton Hall Racing Ltd

B Paul & Jim McCartan

3 9-8 (3)

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t had much racing and took a step forward when third at Haydock a couple of months ago. Could feature if the race is run to suit.

4 CASSY O (IRE) (11) 00-4264 D 6

Br B g Camacho - Hawaajib (FR)

O Richard Taylor & Philip Hebdon

Malton T

B Lismacue Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t won for a while but he’s fairly treated and arrives on the back of a creditable fourth at Doncaster, so no forlorn hope.

5 DO I DREAM (IRE) (13) 566-102 CD

4 9-6 (2)

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

O Chris Cleevely & Racing Knights Ben Haslam, Middleham T

B Elwick Stud Instawood Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned with a successful start to the new campaign over C&D in April. Good second of 9 in handicap at Carlisle (6.9f, soft, 11/1) 13 days ago, slowly away Solid claims again back at Pontefract. TFRHHHHI BHA66

6 HI CLARE (IRE) (13) 201-312 CD

3 9-5 (7)

Br B f Kodiac - Shemda (IRE) Joe Fanning J

O Paul & Clare Rooney

Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Epona Bloodstock Ltd Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Built on good Hamilton reappearance run when resuming winning ways over C&D last month and far from discredited when runner-up at Bath subsequently. Boasts strong claims. TFRHHHHI BHA74

7 LERWICK (GB) (38) 224-40 BF

3 9-4 (1)

Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Mystique Callum Rodriguez J

O The Marquess of Zetland

Edward Bethell, Middleham T

B Mr Jeremy Gompertz Zetland Estates Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has made an encouraging start to handicaps, fourth at Haydock on return and would have finished a bit closer had he not been hampered late at Doncaster last time, so not without hope. TFRHHHII BHA73

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2022: SOLAR JOE 4 9 6 Oisin Orr 8-1 (Richard Fahey) 8 ran Blinkers worn by No. 4.

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

Stewards Note:

CASSY O: Following its run on 30/6/2023 it was reported that the horse missed the break.

LERWICK: Following its run on 3/6/2023 it was reported that the horse was impeded in the final quarter.

Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 Paternoster Square (FR), 4-1 Hi Clare (IRE), 6-1 Phoenix Fire (IRE), Do I Dream (IRE), 13-2 Lerwick (GB), 17-2 Cassy O (IRE), 33-1 Mossbawn (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

PATERNOSTER SQUARE took a step forward when runner-up at Windsor last time and he’s open to further progress switched to handicaps, so he’s preferred to the in-form Hi Clare, who scored here a couple of starts ago. Do I Dream is also well worthy of consideration.

Andrew Charles of Charles Stewart & Co Chartered Accountants 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.

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.

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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.

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 2.10 - THE NEW ATLAS ‘STATUS 5’ HOLIDAY HOME NURSERY 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 two yrs old only, Rated 0-65 (also open to such horses rated 66 and 67 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, July 5th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 9th. Lowest weight 8st 3lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 1st, 2023, for each race won 6lb. This race has been sponsored by ATLAS LEISURE HOMES LIMITED in support of the PONTEFRACT SPORTS AND EDUCATION FOUNDATION. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 19 entries at £20. - Closed July 5th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS

SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.45 - THE MUSIC NIGHT & BEER FESTIVAL 21ST JULY MAIDEN 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 three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, July 5th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 9th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 6lb; fillies 9st 1lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 22 entries at £20. - Closed July 5th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3414; Second £1706; Third £854; Fourth £426. (Penalty Value £4320) SS

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.20 - THE WEATHERBYS DIGITAL SOLUTIONS PIPALONG STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £28355 to the winning horse The second to receive £10750, the third £5380, the fourth £2680, the fifth £1345 and the sixth £675. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won a Group 1 Pattern race after 2022. Enter by noon, July 5th and pay £125 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 9th. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb Of a Group 2 race 7lb. The winning owner will receive a Perpetual Challenge Trophy, to be held for one year only WEATHERBYS have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 19 entries at £125. - Closed July 5th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £22280; Second £9145; Third £4575; Fourth £2285; Fifth £1145; Sixth £570. (Penalty Value £28355) A SS

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Fourth Race 3.55 - THE IVECO DAILY BUSINESS TRIMLINE AT NORTHERN COMMERCIALS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £14431 to the winning horse The second to receive £6767, the third £3385, the fourth £1691, the fifth £845 and the sixth £422. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £70 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £14 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £56 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 9th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after July 1st, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. NORTHERN COMMERCIALS have generously sponsored this race They will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, they will present a cash prize to the stable employee judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 11 entries at £70. - Closed July 5th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £11376; Second £5690; Third £2845; Fourth £1422; Fifth £711; Sixth £356. (Penalty Value £14431.20) SS

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Fifth Race 4.30 - THE ATLAS LEISURE HOMES LIMITED 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. July 9th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 4lb Penalties, after July 1st, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. This race has been sponsored by ATLAS LEISURE HOMES LIMITED in support of the PONTEFRACT SPORTS AND EDUCATION FOUNDATION. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race NOTE: Threeyear-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race 15 entries at £20 - Closed July 5th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS

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Sixth Race 5.05 - THE CHARLES STEWART & CO STEVE EVANS MEMORIAL 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. July 9th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 7lb Penalties, after July 1st, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. This race has been sponsored by CHARLES STEWART & CO in support of the PONTEFRACT SPORTS AND EDUCATION FOUNDATION A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 18 entries at £20. - Closed July 5th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights lowered 1lb. 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