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First Race 6.05

THEUSEDSTOCKFORQUICKDELIVERY-NORTHERNCOMMERCIALS EBFRESTRICTEDNOVICESTAKES(CLASS4)

(forhorsesinBandsB,CandD)(EBFRestrictedRaceQualifier)(GBBRACE)

for novice two yrs old ™ Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3840, 2nd £1920, 3rd £960, 4th £480. (PenaltyValue£4860)Weightsraised3lbandparagraphs 27to31oftheWeightsandHandicapping Codecompliedwithwhereapplicable

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Fahey (35 wins from 271 runners, 13%) runs SAILTHISSHIPALONE & ZIGGY’S CONDOR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (14 wins from 101 runners, 14%) runs ALFIE BOY & PEACEFUL PROTEST LONGEST TRAVELLER: SLEVEN trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 214 miles.

1 ACTION PLAN (IRE) (13) 50

Br B c Soldier’s Call - Safeenah

O Clipper Logistics

B C. Marnane

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. Seventh of 10 in minor event at Carlisle (5.8f, good, 15/2)

13 days ago. Needs to step forward.

2 ALMARADA PRINCE (IRE) (-)

Br Ch c Prince of Lir (IRE) - Almarada (FR) Paul Hanagan J

O Alfa Site Services Ltd Craig Lidster, Easingwold T

B Con Marnane

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 9. £18,000 yearling, £40,000 2-y-o. Half-brother to winner up to 9f Get Set

Dam once-raced half-sister to useful 1m-1 1/4m winner Way Back. Market can guide.

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3 ODETTE’S BEAU (IRE) (-) 9-7 (4)

Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Intense Romance (IRE) Connor Beasley J

O D Stone, D Neale and J Sagar Michael Dods, Darlington T

B Deerpark Stud Denton Hall Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 19. 48,000 gns yearling, Churchill gelding. Dam, 5f/6f winner, half-sister to useful winner up to 11.5f Ivy League. Noteworthy newcomer TFRHHHII BHA-

4 SAILTHISSHIPALONE (GB) (-)

9-7 (11)

Br B c Havana Gold (IRE) - Liberisque Connor Murtagh J

O Ontoawinner 8 Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Andrew Bengough & Partners www.ontoawinner.net S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 21. 14,000 gns foal, €30,000 yearling, 55,000 gns 2-y-o. Half-brother to 1m winner Dreaming Spires. Dam 1 1/4m winner out of useful 1 1/2m-1 3/4m winner Jane Austen. Considered debutant.

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 SLEVEN (IRE) (8) 55 9-7 (2)

Br B c Acclamation - Medicean Queen (IRE) Rossa Ryan J

O Glorious Racing Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B M. Fahy R M Beckett Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. Fifth of 12 in maiden at Doncaster (6f, good to firm, 16/1) 8 days ago, not knocked about. Can progress further so he’s in the mix. TFRHHHII BHA-

6 ZIGGY’S CONDOR (IRE) (-) 9-7 (5)

Br Br c Havana Grey - Dolly Colman (IRE) Ryan Sexton (3) J

O Middleham Park Racing&Simon&Les Wood Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Ballyhane Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 24. €33,000 foal, £62,000 yearling. Brother to 7f winner Distillate and half-brother to 2-y-o 5f-6f winner Deputise and winner up to 1m Twaasol, both useful. In good hands and appeals on paper. Interesting. TFRHHHHH BHA-

7 ALFIE BOY (GB) (13) (2lb) 6

Br B c Ribchester (IRE) - Sweet Serendipity

9-5 (9)

Sean Kirrane (3) J

O Mr Neil Arton & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Alun Douch Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising individual. 40/1, sixth of 10 in minor event at Carlisle (5.8f, good) on debut 13 days ago. Should have more to offer TFRHHHHI BHA-

8 BALMANZOR (FR) (-) (2lb)

9-5 (8)

Br B c Almanzor (FR) - Baga (FR) Alistair Rawlinson J

O The Balmanzor Syndicate Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T

B Mme G Forien, Mr G Forien, Mr A Fontaine Swansway S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 3. €25,000 yearling, Almanzor colt. Dam, French 2-y-o 6.5f/7f winner, half-sister to useful 6f/7f winner (stayed 9f) Excilly Betting can guide. TFRHHIII BHA-

9 PEACEFUL PROTEST (GB) (27) (2lb) 60 9-5 (1)

Br B g Showcasing - Lunearia (IRE) Duran Fentiman J

O Habton Racing Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Lofts Hall Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. 25/1, seventh of 8 in minor event at Haydock (7f, good to firm) 27 days ago. More is required. TFRHHIII BHA-

10 ROYAL ZABEEL (IRE) (-) (2lb)

9-5 (6)

Br B c Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Lady’s Maid (USA) Shane Gray J

O Mr Jaber Abdullah Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 5. Dam, French 6.5fwinner, half-sister to US Grade 2 9fwinner Last Samurai out of useful 8.5f minor US stakes winner Lady Samuri. Newcomer warrants a second look. TFRHHHII BHA-

11 BULMER BANK (GB) (-) (4lb) 9-3 (7)

Br B g National Defense - Readyandaway (USA) Billy Garritty J

O Mr B Padgett Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T

B Highbank Stud LLP Stittenham Farms S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 15. 4,000 gns foal, £6,000 yearling. Closely related to 2-y-o 6f winner Lina’s Star and half-brother to winners abroad by Elusive Quality and The Gurkha. Market can guide. TFRHHIII BHA-

12 POLLY THE ROCKET (GB) (-) 9-2 (3)

Br Ch f Profitable (IRE) - Surava Graham Lee J

O Craig Lidster Racing Club Craig Lidster, Easingwold T

B Sheraton Bloodstock Limited Craig Lidster Racing Club S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 29. Profitable filly. Half-sister to 6f/7f winner Danzart. Others appeal more on this occasion. TFRHHIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2022: BRAVEHEART BOY (IRE) 2 9 2 Phil Dennis 3-1 (Tim Easterby) 12 ran

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

Probable S.P.’s: 11-2 Ziggy’s Condor (IRE), 6-1 Royal Zabeel (IRE), 8-1 Odette’s Beau (IRE), 17-2 Sailthisshipalone (GB), 9-1 Almarada Prince (IRE), Sleven (IRE), 10-1 Alfie Boy (GB), 14-1 Action Plan (IRE), 16-1 Balmanzor (FR), 18-1 Bulmer Bank (GB), 22-1 Polly The Rocket (GB), 66-1 Peaceful Protest (GB)

The market should reveal plenty but the vote goes to Richard Fahey’s well-related newcomer ZIGGY’S CONDOR. He can edge out the more experienced duo of Alfie Boy and Sleven who have both shown some fair form and look open to further progress. Kevin Ryan’s debutant Royal Zabeel is another who needs considering in an open-looking novice.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ZIGGY’S CONDOR (IRE) 2.ALFIE BOY 3.SLEVEN (IRE)

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Second Race 6.40

THE SKY BET EXTRA

PLACES

EVERY DAY NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for two yrs old ™ Total prize fund £7500

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3200, 2nd £1600, 3rd £800, 4th £400. (Penalty Value £4050)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Easterby (30 wins from 323 runners, 9%) runs MISSUTOO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (14 wins from 101 runners, 14%) runs MISSUTOO

LONGEST TRAVELLER: BROOKLYN EXPRESS trained by A Murphy, Newmarket, 147 miles

6f

colours no horse st-lb Draw

1 KEEP WARM (GB) (10) 6531 CD 10-1 (in 6lb ex)(2)

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 Lightly-raced winner. Visored for 1st time, career best when winning 9-runner nursery (10/3) at this C&D (good to soft) 10 days ago, suited by emphasis on stamina. Big shout under a 6lb penalty TFRHHHHH BHA60 (+6)

2 DOUBLETALK (IRE) (14) 560 9-10 (6)

Br B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Dutota Desejada (BRZ) Franny Norton J

O Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Godolphin Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Last of 7 in minor event at Haydock (7f, firm, 10/1) 14 days ago. Makes handicap debut with more required. TFRHHHII BHA61 (+2)

3 BROOKLYN EXPRESS (IRE) (15) 600 9-6 (1)

Br Ch g Showcasing - Signs And Signals (IRE) Frederick Larson (3) J

O Daniel MacAuliffe & Anoj Don Amy Murphy, Newmarket T

B Awbeg Stud Class1Personnel, Amy Murphy Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleventh of 13 in maiden at Yarmouth (6f, good, 50/1) 15 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time with work to do now going into handicaps. TFRHHIII BHA57

4 CRACK THE KODE (IRE) (29) 400

9-6 (4)

Br B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Speed Skater Shane Gray J

O Hambleton Racing Ltd XLVII Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

B Rathbarry Stud & Lameck Mack Hambleton Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 28/1, tenth of 13 in minor event at Ripon (6f, good to firm) 29 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Can give a good account if shrugging off latest effort.

HHHII BHA57

5 PATASOLA (IRE) (3) 020604 9-4 (3)

Br B f Bungle Inthejungle - Gizi Gazelle (IRE) Aiden Brookes (5) J

O Mr Samuel Sutton Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Philip Gilligan & Anne Gilligan Phillips Sutton Associates Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW 33/1, respectable fourth of 9 in nursery at Nottingham (6.1f, soft) 3 days ago. One for the shortlist. TFRHHHHI BHA55 (-4)

6 MISSUTOO (IRE) (35) 0000 8-8 (5)

Br B f Cotai Glory - Durga (IRE) Duran Fentiman J

O Mr B Valentine & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Durga Partnership M.A.V. Wallcoverings Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 40/1, twelfth of 14 in seller at York (6f, good to firm) 35 days ago. Needs to step forward on her handicap debut. TFRHHIII BHA45

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Blinkers worn first time by No. 3. Blinkers worn by No. 6. Visor worn by No. 1.

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

Probable S.P.’s: 10-11 Keep Warm (GB), 6-1 Brooklyn Express (IRE), 13-2 Doubletalk (IRE), 11-1 Crack The Kode (IRE), 12-1 Missutoo (IRE), 16-1 Patasola (IRE)

KEEP WARM still looks ahead of his mark despite saddling a 6lb penalty for his recent C&D success so looks the way to go in a nursery where most arrive with a question mark against them. Patasola appeals as the one to chase home the favourite ahead of Crack The Kode.

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Third Race 7.15

6y THE SKY BET GO-RACING-INYORKSHIRE SUMMER FESTIVAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for three yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £15000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £6194, 2nd £3098, 3rd £1548, 4th £774, 5th £387.

(Penalty Value £7851)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

1m

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Fahey (35 wins from 271 runners, 13%) runs HARTSWOOD

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (14 wins from 101 runners, 14%) runs MAHANAKHON & PERFECT SWISS

WEIGHTWATCHER: DEVASBOY won off a handicap mark of 77, his rating is now down 6lb to 71.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: TIGER BEETLE trained by M Rimell, Witney, 167 miles.

colours no horse

1 HARTSWOOD (GB) (62) 05405-1 D

Br B g Garswood - Nihal (IRE) Billy Garritty

O Percy / Green Racing 2

B D. Lancaster-Smith & Moreton Manor Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Endured a disappointing 2022 but mark tumbled as a result and he capitalised on the back of 7 months to score at Thirsk (1m) in May, suited by the way the race developed. This rates tougher but he remains with handicapping scope.

2 BELTANE (IRE) (31) 65-1321 D

Br Ch g Fast Company (IRE) - Northern Affair (IRE)

O Honestly Racing Michael Appleby, Oakham

B Grangecon Holdings Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned an improved model on turf this term, gaining second success from 4 starts (first for this yard) at Beverley (8.5f, soft) in June, doing well to hold off one played late in a strongly-run race. Of interest again from 2lb higher mark.

3 MAHANAKHON (GB) (28) 23-4130

4 9-13 (7)

Br B g Siyouni (FR) - Belle Josephine Sean Kirrane (3) J

O King Power Racing Co Ltd Tim Easterby, Malton T

B King Power Racing Co Ltd King Power International Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on comeback run and benefited from a patient ride when opening his account in novice company at Wetherby (7f) in April. Every chancewhen third on handicap debut at Leicester(8.2f) next time but needs to shrug offa lessereffort at Redcarlatest.

4 VACCINE (IRE) (23) 245230

Br B g Vadamos (FR) - Strike A Light

O RJH LTD and D Stone

TFRHHHII BHA77

4 9-13 (5)

Connor Beasley J

Michael Dods, Darlington T

B Tally-Ho Stud STS Group Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWWinless since his 2-y-o days but he did run right up to best when second in 16-runner C&D handicap inApril. Shaped as if he’d strip fitter for the run when midfield in last month’s Carlisle Bell and he’s been eased 1lb in weights ahead of this.

5 VENTURA RASCAL (GB) (58) 0100-44 CD

TFRHHHHI BHA77

6 9-11 (6)

Br B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Choisette Shane Gray J

O Middleham Park Racing CVII Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

B Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd Middleham Park Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEWResumedwinningways in a C&D claiming handicap 12 months ago. Lightlyraced subsequently, but confirmed he retains his abilityin 2 outings this campaign, close-up fourth of 9 atAyr(1m) in May.Absent since but he has edged back down to lastwinning mark.

6 KENTUCKY BLUEGRASS (GB) (39) 0-11 D

Br B g Requinto (IRE) - Snowtime (IRE)

O Empire State Racing Partnership

B Cover and Carry Limited

TFRHHHII BHA75

3 9-9 (8)

Daniel Tudhope J

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

Gain Equine Nutrition S

TIMEFORM VIEW Much-improved upon returning this term (gelded over the winter), landing back-to-back novice events at Redcar/Lingfield (at up to 7.6f). Goes handicapping with yard firmly amongst the winners and respected as sole 3-y-o in the line-up.

7 DEVASBOY (GB) (7) 200043 D

TFRHHHHI BHA81

4 9-7 (9)

Br Gr g Ectot - Belliflore (FR) Ben Curtis J

O Deva Racing (DB) Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B New England, Myriad & Watership Down Deva Racing Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Losing run is mounting up but fallen in weights and bounced back to something like his best sporting a first-time visor when third at Chester (7.6f, soft) 7 days ago. Strongly-run race will suit from a handy-looking mark. TFRHHHII BHA71

8 TIGER BEETLE (GB) (21) 330656

5 9-4 (10)

Br B g Camelot - Beach Frolic Graham Lee J

O Mr Mark Rimell Mark Rimell, Witney T

B Highclere Stud and Floors Farming

TIMEFORM VIEW Boasts just the one win from 20 starts (gained on AW) but undoubtedly capable from this sort of mark, again running respectably when midfield in 10-runner Doncaster handicap (1m) 3 weeks ago. Others appeal a little more forwin purposes, however. TFRHHHII BHA68

9 PERFECT SWISS (GB) (82) 435550 CD

7 9-2 (1)

Br B g Swiss Spirit - Perfect Practice Duran Fentiman J

O Mr Craig Wilson & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Mildmay Bloodstock Ltd Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who proved a model of consistency during a pretty busy AW campaign over the winter. Below best at Wetherby (1m) in April and this run may well just bring him on following an 82-day lay off TFRHHIII BHA66

10 FIFTYSHADESARESDEV (FR) (291) 355500-

4 9-1 (4)

Br Gr g Johnny Barnes (IRE) - Tina Nova (FR) P. J. McDonald J

O Resdev Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B EARL Mell Elevages & Mr F. & Mrs M. Mell Resdev Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden handicapper who didn’t kick on from a big run when second at York last spring. Modest form at best in trio of juvenile/novice hurdles during the winter and probably best watched on return to action. TFRHHIII BHA65

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

2022: NO

CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Visor worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 8.

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

Stewards Note:

MAHANAKHON: Following its run on 23/6/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run

Probable S.P.’s: 7-2 Kentucky Bluegrass (GB), 4-1 Beltane (IRE), 13-2 Hartswood (GB), 8-1 Vaccine (IRE), Devasboy (GB), 10-1 Mahanakhon (GB), 11-1 Ventura Rascal (GB), 18-1 Tiger Beetle (GB), 25-1 Perfect Swiss (GB), 33-1 Fiftyshadesaresdev (FR)

BELTANE has proven a much more reliable proposition this campaign, gaining his second victory this term and his first for Mick Appleby at Beverley 31 days ago, doing well to fend off one who was played later. Only 2lb higher now, he gets the nod to continue the good work. 3-y-o Kentucky Bluegrass arrives in search of the hat-trick for a stable in very good form and is feared. Vaccine and Devasboy complete the shortlist. TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

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Fourth Race 7.50 5f 3y

THE JOHN WINTER & CO 60TH BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS

2)

for three yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £30000

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

(Penalty Value £15462)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Easterby (30 wins from 323 runners, 9%) runs COPPER KNIGHT & MATTICE

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (14 wins from 101 runners, 14%) runs COPPER KNIGHT & MATTICE

LONGEST TRAVELLERS: ROCKET RODNEY trained by G Scott & RUSSET GOLD trained by R Varian - both Newmarket, 147 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 ALLIGATOR ALLEY (GB) (33) 306003 D

Br B g Kingman - Overturned Ryan Sexton (3) J

O Akela Thoroughbreds Limited David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Whatton Manor Stud Akela Plant Hire Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Completed hat-trick on AW last winter and has shaped well in defeat more recently, latest when third of 8 in handicap (5/1) at Doncaster (5f, firm) 33 days ago. Not out of things.

2 ROCKET RODNEY (GB) (14) 220-602 D

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Alushta

3 9-10 (6)

Curtis J

O Victorious Racing George Scott, Newmarket T

B R. W. Stapleton Oliver St Lawrence Bloodstock Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner at 2 yrs and back on track when second of 8 in handicap (10/3) at Doncaster (5f, firm) 14 days ago. Warrants respect.

3 PILLOW TALK (IRE) (28) 216-200 D

3 9-5 (2)

Br B f Kodiac - Flawless Jewel (FR) Daniel Tudhope J

O Clipper Logistics

B Mountarmstrong Stud & Partners

K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

TIMEFORM VIEW Below form thirteenth of 26 in handicap at Royal Ascot (5f, good to firm, 22/1) 28 days ago, not ideally placed. Others preferred.

4 RUSSET GOLD (GB) (27) 5013-01 CD

TFRHHIII BHA91

3 9-4 (7)

Br Ch g Al Kazeem - Affluent Rossa Ryan J

O Mr D. J. Deer Roger Varian, Newmarket T

B D. J. and Mrs Deer Oakgrove Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it third time lucky at 2 yrs and stepped up on his comeback run to double his tally at Redcar (5f, good to firm) last month, seen to maximum effect in grabbing the far rail. Only has few miles on the clock so no surprise if he’s in the mix again.

5 ELEGANT ERIN (IRE) (7) 5331-05 CD

TFRHHHII BHA90

6 9-1 (5)

Br B m Dandy Man (IRE) - Eriniya (IRE) Graham Lee J

O R J Bloodstock Paul Midgley, Westow T

B Brian Miller Sandfield Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time winner last season who has shaped well in both starts this term, latest when 1 3/4 lengths fifth of 18 to Copper Knight in handicap at York (5f, good) 7 days ago, nearest finish. Shortlisted. TFRHHHHH BHA83 (-1)

6 COPPER KNIGHT (IRE) (7) 600001 D

Br B g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Mystic Dream

O Ventura Racing (Copper) & Partner

B Wardstown Stud Ltd

9 8-13 (in 4lb ex) (3)

Sean Kirrane (3) J

Tim Easterby, Malton T

Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to form when taking 18-runner handicap at York (5f, good, 11/1) 7 days ago.

Remains fairly treated under a 4lb penalty and must enter calculations.

7 MATTICE (GB) (7) 660443 D

Br B g Mattmu - Ice Mayden

O Mr B Valentine & Partner

B Bearstone Stud Limited

TFRHHHHI BHA77 (+6)

4 8-9 (4)

Duran Fentiman J

Tim Easterby, Malton T

M.A.V. Wallcoverings Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner last season who has acquitted himself well in recent starts, latest when 3/4-length third of 18 to stablemate Copper Knight in handicap at York (5f, good) 7 days ago. Likely to make presence felt.

TFRHHHHI BHA77

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6, 7.

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

Stewards Note:

ALLIGATOR ALLEY: Following its run on 18/6/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed.

Probable S.P.’s: 9-2 Copper Knight (IRE), 5-1 Rocket Rodney (GB), Mattice (GB), 11-2 Russet Gold (GB), 13-2 Alligator Alley (GB), 8-1 Pillow Talk (IRE), 17-2 Elegant Erin (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

ELEGANT ERIN has caught the eye in both starts this term and will appreciate this stiffer course. She can resume winning ways. Copper Knight and Mattice are feared most in what looks a competitive contest.

John Winter & Co will present a memento and a bottle of Go Racing In Yorkshire Champagne 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

HBLB

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £339,022 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from May to August 2023.

ABBREVIATIONS

BF - Beaten Favourite.C - Course Winner.U - Unseated Rider.

D - Distance Winner.d - Disqualified. S - Slipped.

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.

BEST TURNED OUT WINNERS

Tuesday 11th July

RACE HORSE GROOM

1 2 3 4 5 6

KEEPWARM MYBOYBENJI ESPRESSOO APHELIOS WHERE’SJEFF HICLARE

Katie Kath Paddy Sophie Katie Kiri

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 Charlie Johnston & Michael & David Easterby’s yards, who have both won five Best Turned Out Prizes this year!

Thank you!

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Fifth Race 8.25

5y THE CONSTANT SECURITY SERVICES

“CONFINED” HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses with no more than one win)

for three yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (PenaltyValue£4187.20)Weightsraised1lbandparagraphs27to31oftheWeightsandHandicappingCodecompliedwithwhereapplicable.

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Beckett (10 wins from 38 runners, 26%) runs MILDYJAMA

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Beckett (9 wins from 40 runners, 22%) runs MILDYJAMA

LONGEST TRAVELLER: SUPPOSEDTOBE trained by P Bowen, Haverfordwest, 248 miles.

Gr g Epaulette (AUS) - Thunder In Myheart (IRE)

O Mr H. Jones & Mrs E. Evans

ago.

2

First run since leaving Noel C. Kelly when pulled up in handicap hurdle at

strap on 1st time. Fair on the Flat, below form on last Flat outing.

LOCKDOWN (GB) (20) 1560-06 D

VIEW 40/1, sixth of 9 in handicap at Newmarket (10f, good to firm)

good to firm) 21 days ago. This is tougher but he must enter calculations.

4 MILDYJAMA (IRE) (17) 440-651 D

Br B f Zoffany (IRE) - Moment Juste

O Mr P Stokes & Mr S Krase

B Camas Park, Lynch Bages & Summerhill

TIMEFORM VIEW Found improvement when opening account in 6-runner handicap at Ffos Las (10f, good) 17 days ago. Just 2lb higher now and holds strong follow-up claims. TFRHHHHH BHA70

5 DAMASCUS STEEL (IRE) (50) 0-22214 BF

Br Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Shanjia (GER)

3 9-6 (5)

Alistair Rawlinson J

O Racing Unity and J Ball Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T

B J. Wall & E. Kennedy Castle Physiotherapy, Tattersalls S

TIMEFORM VIEWDidn’t need to improve much to get off the mark in a race at Windsor (11.5f) in May, but found it tougher under a penalty against completely unexposed ones at Yarmouth just 3 days later. Fancied to be in the shake-up.

6 VIOLETA (IRE) (30) 3-32430

TFRHHHHI BHA68

3 9-5 (3)

Br B f Kodiac - Welsh Anthem Graham Lee J

O Daniel Shapiro & David Clifford Ben Haslam, Middleham T

B Luke & Adam Morgan

TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 8 in handicap at Ripon (9.8f, good, 9/1) 30 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals.

7 DANCING GYPSY (GB) (18) 523534

Br Ch g Intello (GER) - Paquerettza (FR)

TFRHHIII BHA67

3 9-5 (9)

Aiden Brookes (5) J

O Mr Aleem Kanji John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn T

B Mrs Ann Greenwood

TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable fourth of 10 in handicap at this C&D (good, 16/1) 18 days ago, running on. Each-way claims.

TFRHHHII BHA67

8 FOREVER PROUD (GB) (8) 00-3064 3 9-3 (7)

Br B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Marsh Pride

Stud

VIEW Fourth of 7 in handicap at Carlisle (9f, good to soft, 11/1) 8 days ago. Others look

(2) Br B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Singing Sky Ben Curtis J O URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T

9 NIGHT LIFE (GB) (13) 5256-40

TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 9 in maiden at Carlisle (11.2f, good to soft, 18/1) 13 days ago.

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 1. Blinkers worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.

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

Stewards Note:

SUPPOSEDTOBE: Following its run on 9/7/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run

VIOLETA: Following its run on 21/6/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

DANCING GYPSY: Following its run on 3/7/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Probable S.P.’s: 3-1 Damascus Steel (IRE), 10-3 Mildyjama (IRE), 9-2 Intergalacticat (GB), 9-1 Forever Proud (GB), 11-1 Dancing Gypsy (GB), 16-1 Total Lockdown (GB), 18-1 Violeta (IRE), 20-1 Supposedtobe (IRE), 28-1 Night Life (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

Preference is for MILDYJAMA, who upped her game when scoring at Ffos Las earlier this month and remains fairly treated. Damascus Steel and Intergalacticat look the likeliest dangers.

Louise Korobka, the Director ofAdministrative Services at Constant Security will present a memento and a bottle of Go Racing In Yorkshire Champagne 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

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.

Sixth Race 9.00

THE DREAMS OF

FLEETWOOD

MAC AFTER RACING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

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

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Fahey (35 wins from 271 runners, 13%) runs SIR MAXI TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M & D Easterby (7 wins from 32 runners, 22%) runs BAY OF HOPE LONGEST TRAVELLER: CORINTHIA KNIGHT trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, 177 miles.

(Penalty Value £4187.20) 2 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. colours no horse

1 EMILY POST (GB) (38) 5314-20

Br B f Charming Thought - Mary Read

O Mrs F. Denniff Michael Dods, Darlington

B A. S. Denniff

Hall Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWDualwinnerat around 7fforEd Bethell lastyearand bright start fornewyardwhen second on return atWetherby(7f) in May.Went backwards from that (reportedlylost a shoe)when last of 9 in handicap atAyr(7.2f) last month but more needed here in anycase.

2 LORD ABAMA (IRE) (14) 042230

4 9-13 (4)

Br Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Dancing Years (IRE) Rossa Ryan J

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

B P. Henley,E. McDonnell & Pattern B/S Denton Hall Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who went close to bucking that trend when second in trio of 6f handicaps. May not have been ideally positioned on the far rail at Beverley latest and better showing anticipated from a handy draw. Visor again the headgear of choice.

3 RHYTHM (IRE) (39) 11-1650 CD

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5 9-12 (12)

Br B m Acclamation - Strasbourg Place Ryan Sexton (3) J

O Mr D. Padgett Ruth Carr, Stillington T

B Glencoole Stud Argrain Ltd, William Hill S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner towards backend of last year (latterly over C&D) and picked up where she left off to complete the hat-trick at Newcastle (6f) inApril. Recent efforts have been below par though, including back at this venue 39 days ago. Had wind op since.

4 BLACKJACK (GB) (16) 125230 D 6 9-11 (8)

Br B g Sleeping Indian - Medam

O Mrs S. Cunliffe-Lister

B Burton Agnes Bloodstock Breeders

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner at Southwell (6f) earlier this year and remained in form since, not seen to best effect when eighth in 14-runner Thirsk handicap (7f) 16 days ago, ridden too aggressively Not out of things.

5 CORINTHIA KNIGHT (IRE) (18) 06-0040 CD

Br Ch g Society Rock (IRE) - Victoria Lodge (IRE)

HHHII BHA67

8 9-9 (5)

Tudhope J

O Ontoawinner & Partner Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T

B Tally-Ho Stud www.ontoawinner.net S

TIMEFORM VIEW5-timeC&Dwinnerwhomadeafinereturnfrom4-monthsoffwhenfourthinaC&DhandicapinJune.Racedonunfavouredinside and unable to get competitive back here latest and no surprise to see a better showing for in-form yard

6 PATONTHEBACK (IRE) (18) 64-2634 D BF 5 9-8 (10)

Br B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Miss Brief (IRE)

O Mr R & Mrs J E Huin

Alistair Rawlinson J

Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T

B Edmond Kent Gemma Tutty Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Losing run mounting up and handicapper slow to relent but dropped a big hint he’s ready to strike when fourth in a C&D handicap 18 days ago, best of those held up. One to keep an eye on.

7 FIDDLERS GREEN (IRE) (304) 25002-

Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Luanas Pearl (IRE)

O Mr P Hart and Mr R Cooper

B Northern Bloodstock Agency Ltd

TFRHHHII BHA64

4 9-7 (7)

Frederick Larson (3) J

John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn T

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Creditable second of 6 in maiden at Listowel (7.1f, good, 9/1) in September, keeping on. Changed hands for 18,000 gns thereafter and market may prove the best guide on belated return.

TFRHHHII BHA63

8 RUN THIS WAY (GB) (8) 0-06003 CD

5 9-7 (2)

Br B m Cannock Chase (USA) - Prime Run Graham Lee J

O Mr A. Bell & Mr P. T. Midgley Paul Midgley, Westow T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. 8/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, creditable third of 10 in handicap at Carlisle (5.8f, good to soft) 8 days ago, holding every chance. TFRHHHII BHA63 (-1)

9 BAY OF HOPE (IRE) (11) 030-513

3 9-7 (14)

Br B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Selka (FR) Shane Gray J

O Mick & David Easterby 100 Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T

B Gerard Burke Stittenham Farms S

TIMEFORM VIEWBettersigns in handicaps andwell prepared on back of6 months offwhen opening his account at Redcar(7f) inJune. Solid third from 6lb higher mark at Ayr (7.2f) 11 days ago and he may not have finished improving yet. TFRHHHII BHA68

10 SIR MAXI (GB) (14) 4-00442 CD

5 9-7 (11)

Br B g Adaay (IRE) - Winifred Jo Billy Garritty J

O Mr M. J. Macleod Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Mr Max Weston Leods Contracts Limited, Baker Finch Interiors S

TIMEFORM VIEWEnded a long losing run at Beverleythis time lastyearand, having eased in theweights, he turned in his best effort ofthe present campaign when second at Haydock (7f) 2 weeks ago, sticking to task. Has a rare try back sprinting here. TFRHHHII BHA63

11 EL MONTEJEAN (GB) (16) 20-0004 3 9-3 (3)

Br B g Mondialiste (IRE) - Jeany (IRE) Ben Curtis J

O SYPS (UK) Ltd Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T

B SYPS (UK) Ltd Mark Walford Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden following 8 attempts who returned to form from out of the blue when fourth of 14 in handicap atThirsk (7f) 16 days ago, faring best of those ridden prominently Handy draw to work from and one to be interested in.

TFRHHHHH BHA64

12 RWENEARLYTHEREDAD (GB) (13) 566116 D BF 3 9-2 (1)

Br B g Havana Grey - King’s Guest (IRE) Connor Murtagh J

O Mr J. N. Blackburn Declan Carroll, Malton T

B Fernham Farm Ltd & Mr E. Cantillon Sheridan Ny Llp S

TIMEFORM VIEWFound some improvement in handicaps, shedding maiden tag at Beverley(5f) inJune priorto following up gamelyat Doncaster(6f)

3 days later. Found run of good form coming to a halt at first-named venue latest and this looks tougher

HHHII BHA63

13 SHINE’S AMBITION (IRE) (21) 450360 3 8-13 (6)

Br B c Kessaar (IRE) - January Morn (USA) P. J. McDonald J

O Gove & Shaw Racing 03 & Partner Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton T

B Mr Andrew Duncan Or8Wellness S

TIMEFORM VIEWBettered this season’s efforts when respectable sixth of 13 in handicap at Redcar (6f) 2 starts back but proved disappointing when 10 1/2 lengths last of 13 to Rwenearlytheredad in handicap (16/1) at Doncaster (6f, good to firm) 21 days ago.

14 ROUND THE ISLAND (GB) (9) 0-65203 CD 10 8-12 (9)

Br B g Royal Applause

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2022: DANDY SPIRIT (IRE) 5 9 1 Jonny Peate 7-1 (Roger Fell) 5 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 13. Blinkers worn by No. 4. Visor worn by No. 2.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 5, 14. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 3.

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

Stewards Note:

EMILY POST: Following its run on 13/6/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Patontheback (IRE), Bay of Hope (IRE), Round The Island (GB), 11-1 Corinthia Knight (IRE), El Montejean (GB), Rwenearlytheredad (GB), 14-1 Emily Post (GB), Run This Way (GB), 16-1 Blackjack (GB), 22-1

Probable S.P.’s: 13-2 Lord Abama (IRE), 8-1 Sir Maxi (GB), 10-1

Fiddlers Green (IRE), 25-1 Rhythm (IRE), 28-1 Shine’s Ambition (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Claims can be made for most, including 3-y-o EL MONTEJEAN who returned to form from out of the blue and fared best of those ridden prominently when fourth at Thirsk 16 days ago and he could just be worth siding with to back that up from a handy draw with his yard amongst the winners. Lord Abama, veteran Round The Island and Corinthia Knight head up the dangers.

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

A representative of Pontefract Racecourse will present a memento and a bottle of Go Racing In Yorkshire Champagne 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.

UNAUTHORISED BOOKMAKING

It is a condition of entry to this Racecourse that only individuals in possession of a valid betting badge and occupying an authorised pitch are entitled to lay bets in the course of their business. Any individual found contravening these conditions will be evicted.

2023

Fixtures

July

Sunday 3oth - tribute bandS Family day

August

WedneSday 9th - ladieS day

Sunday 2oth - in the Zone Family day

september

thurSday 21St - art oF racing Part 2

thurSday 28th - all about the racing

October

monday 9th - all about the racing

monday 23rd - SeaSon Finale

TRIbUTE bANDS fAmIly Day

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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 6.05 - THE USED STOCK FOR QUICK DELIVERY - NORTHERN COMMERCIALS EBF RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands B, C and D)(EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4860 to the winning horse The second to receive £2281, the third £1141 and the fourth £570. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which are in Bands B, C and D. Enter by noon, July 15th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 19th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band C from Band B 2lb Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). NORTHERN COMMERCIALS have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race They will also present a cash prize to the stable employee, judged by them, to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1,000 towards the prize money for this race. All horses which are placed in the first six in an EBF Restricted Maiden or Novice race qualifier in 2023 will be qualified to run in either THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for fillies only) at Goodwood on 27 September, 2023, or THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for colts and geldings only) at York on 13 October, 2023. Both races will be run over seven furlongs. NOTE: Horses entered or declared in a race which is subsequently abandoned will not be eligible to enter a Final. For further details regarding Restricted Race Bands, please refer to Standard Conditions for Entry on www2.racingadmin.co.uk. 20 entries at £25. - Closed July 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3840; Second £1920; Third £960; Fourth £480. (Penalty Value £4860) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 6.40 - THE SKY BET EXTRA PLACES EVERY DAY NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4050 to the winning horse The second to receive £1901, the third £951 and the fourth £475. for two yrs old only, Rated 0-60 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, July 15th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 19th. Lowest weight 8st 8lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 8th, 2023, for each race won 6lb. SKY BET have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race They will also present a cash prize to the stable employee, judged by them, to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 14 entries at £20. - Closed July 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3200; Second £1600; Third £800; Fourth £400. (Penalty Value £4050) SS

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 7.15 - THE SKY BET GO-RACING-IN-YORKSHIRE SUMMER FESTIVAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7851 to the winning horse

The second to receive £3684, the third £1840, the fourth £921 and the fifth £459. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 19th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 3lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 8lb Penalties, after July 8th, 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 of this race They will also present a cash prize to the stable employee, judged by them, to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 20 entries at £40. - Closed July 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6194; Second £3098; Third £1548; Fourth £774; Fifth £387. (Penalty Value £7851) SS

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 7.50 - THE JOHN WINTER & CO 60TH BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15462 to the winning horse The second to receive £7251, the third £3627, the fourth £1812, the fifth £906 and the sixth £453. for 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). £75 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 19th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after July 8th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. JOHN WINTER & CO have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition they will present a cash prize to the stable employee judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 12 entries at £75. - Closed July 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381. (Penalty Value £15462) SS

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Fifth Race 8.25 - THE CONSTANT SECURITY SERVICES “CONFINED” HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses with no more than one win) 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 51-70 which have not won more than one race (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72; such horses rated 50 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £20 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 19th. 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 8th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. CONSTANT SECURITY SERVICES 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 18 entries at £20. - Closed July 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

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Sixth Race 9.00 - THE DREAMS OF FLEETWOOD MAC AFTER RACING 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 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72; such horses rated 50 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £20 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 19th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 8th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition a cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 25 entries at £20. - Closed July 15th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) 2 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

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