Pontefract Racecard - Sunday 30th July

TRIBUTEBANDS FAMILYDAY

M!ZZ PINK

Live from around 5:30pm until 6:10pm

JIMMY LOVE AS

ELTON JOHN

Live from around 6:10pm until 6:50pm

Today we will be welcoming two fabulous tribute acts to the stage after an afternoon of exciting racing. Including the Listed SkyBet Pomfret Stakes, the feature race of the day!

Make sure to stay after the last race and enjoy a dance and a sing a long to some classic tunes. The stage is set outside the Administration Offices in the Grandstand & Paddock Enclosure, with the first act taking to the stage at around 5:30pm after the last race.

There is lots for all the family to enjoy, head down to Picnic Enclosure to find the Golden Horseshoe and check out the kids funfair & facepainting!

We will be handing out free activity packs, you can also grab one of our flag favourites and cheer home your horse!

SUNDAY 30TH JULY

UNDER THE RULES OF RACING

PATRON THE COUNTESS OF HALIFAX

STEWARDS

CHIEF STEWARD GORDAN MARKHAM

STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR ROSIE PEARSON

STEWARD MICHAEL EYRE

ASSISTANT STEWARD KELLY O’BOYLE

RACEDAYASSISTANT KATIE DOWSON

STARTERS RYAN COLLEY, STUART TURNER

JUDGE DI CLARK

CLERK OFTHE SCALES KARL CURRAN

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS DAVID COOK, GRAHAM GRAY, JOE O’GORMAN

VETERINARY OFFICER NIGEL HAIZELDEN

VETERINARY SURGEONS NORRIE GRAHAM, MARK ANDREWS

MEDICAL OFFICERS Dr PAUL DEWHIRST, Dr PATRICK WYNN, Dr VIVTUT

BETTING RING MANAGER MALCOLM HART

COMMENTATOR GARETH TOPHAM

SAFEGUARDING LEAD RICHARD HAMMILL

SAFEGUARDING DEPUTY CAROL NICKELS

MANAGING DIRECTOR

J. NORMAN GUNDILL, MBE - Tel: (01977) 781307

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER AND CLERK OFTHE COURSE

RICHARD HAMMILL - Tel: (07808) 965402

ADMINISTRATION MANAGER CAROL NICKELS

ACCOUNTS MANAGER NICOLA CAWOOD

CATERING MANAGER RICHARD HOOPER - (07791) 761353

BRITBET RACING MANAGER SUE GODWIN - (07785) 714832

HEAD GROUNDSMAN MARTIN FOLLOWS - (07783) 119091

ADMINISTRATION OFFICE (01977) 781307

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

OFFICIAL PROGRAMME

PLAN OF ENCLOSURES

1. DALBYSTAND AND PREMIER ENTRANCE:

Private Hospitality Boxes

Champagne Bar

Premier Sports Café Bar

Toilets (incl Disabled)

2. PARK SUITE:

Restaurant

Owners & Trainers Bar

3. MAIN STAND (includes):

Weighing Room

Raceday Office (for Raceday enquiries)

PREMIER ENCLOSURE

Premier Enclosure Dining Room

Premier Lounge Bar

Annual Badge Holders Bar

Toilets (incl Disabled)

GRANDSTAND &PADDOCKENCLOSURE

Lounge Bar

Grandstand & Paddock Riders Bar

Self Service Dining Room

Furlong Bar

Balcony Bar

Toilets (incl Disabled)

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Pizza in the Paddock Bar and Terrace

Paddock Food Court

RACING FOR GENERATIONS

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TOILETS

4. PICNIC ENCLOSURE Bar & Servery

5. GRANDSTAND & PADDOCK TURNSTILES

6. MARQUEE SITE

7. PARADE RING

8. SADDLING UP BOXES

9. WINNERS ENCLOSURE

10. PRE-PARADE RING

11. BETTING HALL 12.HORSEWALK

13. ADMINISTRATION OFFICES

PICNIC ENTRANCE TURNSTILES

OWNERS &TRAINERS ENTRANCE

WHEELCHAIR VIEWING AREA 1STAID

& BABYCHANGING FACILITIES

TRIpS TO SEE ThE START OF ThE RACES

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

If you’d like to see the start of these races, please meet the minibus at the entrance gates to the Picnic Enclosure at 1.30pm and 4:55pm.

FLAG favOURITES!

Grab a FREE flag to cheeron some ofthe horses owned by some ofourPonte regulars!

Ifyou recognise anyofthe colours shown,take a flag from the HeartAngels nearthe parade ring,so thatyou can cheer onyourfavourite horse! Good Luck!

First Race 1.45 5f 3y THE BRITISH EBF RUBY ANNIVERSARY MAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES

(CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for maiden two yrs old fillies x Total prize fund £14000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £5974, 2nd £2986, 3rd £1494, 4th £746.

(Penalty Value £7560)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Easterby (31 wins from 326 runners, 10%) runs QUEENS ROAD REVUE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K R Burke (9 wins from 43 runners, 21%) runs ESTIFADA & PRINCESS ALEX LONGEST TRAVELLER: LA HABANERA trained by D Evans, Abergavenny, 184 miles

colours no horse

1 CHUMBAA (IRE) (25) 252523

Br B f Belardo (IRE) - Hayba Jonny Peate (3) J

O Nick Bradley Racing 3 and Partner Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton T

B Hyde Park Stud & Glebe Farm Stables Indication Racing, OR8 Wellness S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair filly. Remains a maiden after 9 Flat runs. Creditable third of 7 in maiden at Musselburgh (5f, good, 7/4) 25 days ago. Should be thereabouts again but vulnerable to anything with potential.

2 ESTIFADA (GB) (-) 9-2 (5)

Br B or Gr f Caravaggio (USA) - Dark Liberty (IRE) Shane Gray J

O Sheikh Rashid Dalmook Al Maktoum K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Caravaggio half-sister to 1 1/4m winner Smart Contender and 7fwinnerAnimate Dam, 2-y-o 7fwinner, half-sister to smart 1m winner Queen of Love. Likely type on paper for a leading 2-y-o stable. TFRHHHHH BHA-

3 HAUMEA (IRE) (6) 5

Br Br f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Finagle (IRE) Luke Morris J

O Mr Neil Boyden Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket T

B Airlie Stud AJN Steelstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW 20/1, fifth of 10 in maiden at Beverley (5f, soft) on debut 6 days ago. May do better

4 LA HABANERA (GB) (16) 403 9-2 (6)

Br B f Havana Grey - Fire Line Ben Curtis J

O Eric Boumans & Marie Steele David Evans, Abergavenny T

B Robert Allcock Emma Evans Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Left her first 2 efforts behind when keeping on for third over 6f at York 16 days ago. Unlikely to be far away with a repeat of that form.

5 MIA TORETTO (IRE) (-)

TFRHHHHI BHA71

9-2 (4)

Br B f Profitable (IRE) - Heads You Win Richard Oliver J

O Mr Chris Napthine David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Awbeg Stud Unlimited Gain Equine Nutrition S

TIMEFORM VIEW 7,000 gns Profitable filly. Dam, 1m-1 1/4m winner, half-sister to useful winner up to 6f Nuclear Power. Would enter the reckoning if the betting vibes are strong.

6 PRINCESS ALEX (GB) (9) 40

TFRHHHII BHA-

9-2 (2)

Br B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Alexandrite Kevin Stott J

O Nick Bradley Racing 20

K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Alexandrite Partnership Tattersalls S

TIMEFORM VIEW Okay form when fourth on 5f Hamilton debut but well beaten at Haydock (6f, soft) since.

7 QUEENS ROAD REVUE (GB) (12) 63

TFRHHIII BHA-

9-2 (7)

Br B f Pastoral Pursuits - Revue Princess (IRE) David Allan J

O Mr S A Heley & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Habton Racing & Mr A. Heley Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced filly Stepped up on debut when third of 10 in novice at Beverley (5f, good to soft) 12 days ago but will still need to find extra.

TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: CAN TO CAN (IRE) 2 9 2 Ben Curtis 7-2 (Charlie & Mark Johnston) 10 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1.

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

Stewards Note:

LA HABANERA: Following its run on 14/7/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Probable S.P.’s: 5-2 Estifada (GB), 10-3 La Habanera (GB), 7-1 Chumbaa (IRE), Queens Road Revue (GB), 8-1 Mia Toretto (IRE), 10-1 Princess Alex (GB), 14-1 Haumea (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

Those with experience don’t set the bar that high so the suggestion is Karl Burke newcomer ESTIFADA, with confidence in her chance increased should the betting vibes be strong. La Habanera and Chumbaa can fight it out for minor honours.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ESTIFADA 2.LA HABANERA 3.CHUMBAA (IRE)

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.

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

POSITION OF STALLS

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

The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.

RECORD TIMES

Second Race 2.15

6y THE VISIT THE BRAND NEW NAPOLEONS CASINO BRADFORD HANDICAP

STAKES (CLASS 5)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258.

1m

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Easterby (31 wins from 326 runners, 10%) runs PERFECT SWISS & TASEVER

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D O’Meara (9 wins from 55 runners, 16%) runs COSMOS RAJ

WEIGHTWATCHER: COSMOS RAJ won off a handicap mark of 77, his rating is now down 5lb to 72.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: MABRE trained by D Evans, Abergavenny, 184 miles.

(Penalty Value £5234) colours no horse

1 COSMOS RAJ (GB) (8) 040215 D

Br B g Iffraaj - Cosmos Pink

O Mr Stuart Graham & Mr Nick Crummack David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

B Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Won over 1m at Ripon in July but failed to get home there under softer conditions (9.8f) last week. Drop back in trip rates as a positive and he can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals.

2 MABRE (IRE) (16) 012532 D

Br Gr g Make Believe - Slope Ben Curtis J

O Mr K. McCabe David Evans, Abergavenny

B Pierce Molony Emma Evans Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW 3 wins from 14 runs this year Latest win at Newbury in May. Creditable second of 11 in handicap (22/1) at Chester (7.6f, soft) 16 days ago, staying on well. Should go well again with blinkers back on.

3 BUSHFIRE (GB) (8) 6-60441 D 4 10-0 (2)

Br Ch g Australia - Aflame

O Grange Park Racing VII

B Kincorth Investments Inc Gemma Tutty Racing, Grange Park Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Had been shaping reasonably well before bouncing back to his best to win 8-runner handicap at Haydock (10.2f, soft) 8 days ago. Reasons on feasible mark if he’s still as effective over this shorter trip.

4 PERFECT SWISS (GB) (9) 355502 CD 7 9-13 (5)

Br B g Swiss Spirit - Perfect Practice

O Mr Craig Wilson & Partner

Easterby, Malton T

B Mildmay Bloodstock Ltd Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Two-time C&D winner Good second of 9 in handicap at this C&D (good, 22/1) 9 days ago, despite pulling hard. Largely consistent sort isn’t taken lightly TFRHHHHI BHA67

5 ASCARI (GB) (13) 6-4303 BF

3 9-10 (8)

Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Monzza Tom Marquand J

O Michael Kerr-Dineen & Martin Hughes

Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T

B Meon Valley Stud Old Oak Holdings Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 7/2, good third of 14 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, good to firm) 13 days ago, finishing with running left after meeting trouble at a crucial stage. Shortlist material. TFRHHHHH BHA72

6 SIMULATION THEORY (IRE) (23) 134-300 D

5 9-7 (10)

Br Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Barawin (IRE) Harrison Shaw J

O Mrs Sarah Bryan Declan Carroll, Malton T

B Lynn Lodge Stud Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 12 in handicap (14/1) at Doncaster (8f, firm) 23 days ago. Tongue strap back on.

Difficult ask. TFRHHIII BHA61

7 HOOTS TOOTS (GB) (13) 11-1000 D

4 9-6 (6)

Br Gr or Ro g Outstrip - Bow Bridge Joanna Mason J

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

B Mrs A. Jarvis Stittenham Farms S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Thirsk in April. Has struggled all 3 starts since, only tenth of 12 in handicap at Ayr (8f, good) 13 days ago. Tongue strap back on. TFRHHHII BHA60

8 BAY DREAM BELIEVER (IRE) (15) 040214 D

4 9-5 (1)

Br B f New Bay - Arabescatta Andrew Mullen J

O URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T

B Kildaragh Stud Adra Projects Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Wetherby in May. Shaped as if still in form when fourth of 8 in handicap (7/2) at Hamilton (8.3f, soft) 15 days ago, left on back foot after very slow break. Place claims. TFRHHHII BHA59

9 TASEVER (GB) (35) 4-24320

3 9-5 (7)

Br B g Tasleet - Forever Excel (IRE) Cam Hardie J

O Ambrose Turnbull & John Cruces Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Wayne Clifford Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame in handicaps all on 4 of his starts this season before producing a rare poor effort when only ninth of 11 in handicap (17/2) at this C&D (good) 35 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Others more persuasive. TFRHHHII BHA67

10 SILK BIRD (GB) (60) 422-455

3 9-4 (4)

Br B f Free Eagle (IRE) - Organza Jack Garritty J

O Caron & Paul Chapman Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn T

B Caron & Paul Chapman Racing Jedd O’Keeffe Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Underperformed when last of 5 on handicap debut at Hamilton (9.2f, good to firm) 60 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA66

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2022: ASDAA (IRE) 6 10 0 Jason Hart 11-1 (Charlie & Mark Johnston) 10 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 9, 10. Hood worn by No 8. Blinkers worn by No 2.

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

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

Probable S.P.’s: 9-2 Bushfire (GB), 11-2 Mabre (IRE), Ascari (GB), 6-1 Perfect Swiss (GB), 15-2 Bay Dream Believer (IRE), 11-1 Cosmos Raj (GB), 14-1 Tasever (GB), 18-1 Simulation Theory (IRE), 22-1 Hoots Toots (GB), 25-1 Silk Bird (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

ASCARI remains unexposed in handicaps and shaped well despite plenty going wrong for him at Windsor last time, so he makes most appeal with further improvement a distinct possibility Perfect Swiss has a good C&D record and produced another bold show here last week, so is expected to be in the mix again, with recent Chester runner-up Mabre also considered.

Barry Bradley, General Manager, Napoleons Casino Bradford 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.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

The Racecourse Executive would like to thank our sponsors today

BEST TURNED OUT WINNERS

Friday 21st July

RACE HORSE GROOM

The above list is the best turned out winners of each race from our last meeting. We appreciate all of the hardwork and effort that the Lads and Lasses put into their horses before they run here at Ponte!

This year we would like to reward the yard that receives the most best turned out awards at the end of the season with a tasty treat! Currently top of the table are Charlie Johnston’s yard, who have won six Best Turned Out Prizes this year!

Third Race 2.50

1m 6y THE SKY BET

POMFRET STAKES

(CLASS 1) (Listed Race)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £50000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £22000, 2nd £9070, 3rd £4535, 4th £2270, 5th £1135, 6th £565. (Penalty Value £28010)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): K R Burke (18 wins from 103 runners, 17%) runs FLIGHT PLAN

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W Haggas (9 wins from 42 runners, 21%) runs AL MUBHIR

LONGEST TRAVELLER: WITCH HUNTER trained by R Hannon, Marlborough, 204 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb

1 AL MUBHIR (GB) (78) 201-513 D BF 4 9-7 (6)

Br Ch c Frankel - Muffri’Ha (IRE) Tom Marquand J

O Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum William Haggas, Newmarket T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive profile last year and improved again to win a 1m Leicester handicap (heavy) in April. Creditable 2 3/4 lengths third in 7f Leicester Listed event since. Respected back at 1m.

2 EXCEL POWER (IRE) (198) 61012-6 D BF

5 9-7 (2)

Br B g Slade Power (IRE) - Rhythm Excel Luke Morris J

O Mr Mohammed Rashid Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart gelding who has 8 wins from 22 starts. In good form on AW at the end of 2022 but absent since a poor run at Newcastle in January.

3 POKER FACE (IRE) (23) 11-2402 CD BF 4 9-7 (5)

Br B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Stars At Night (IRE) James Doyle J

O Mr Edward J. Ware Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T

B Rockhart Trading Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Another smart performance when 2 1/4 lengths second of 4 to SavvyVictory in 1 1/4m Sandown Listed race 23 days ago. Drop back to a stiff 1m could suit. Major player.

4 RAADOBARG (IRE) (40) 550-330 D

5 9-7 (1)

Br B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Queen Bodicea (IRE) Kevin Stott J

O Amo Racing Limited George Boughey, Newmarket T

B Pier House Stud Sports Invest UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart sort who was third at Group 3 and Listed level on his first 2 outings for George Boughey. Seemed stretched by 1 1/4m in the Wolferton at RoyalAscot and treated as if still in form. Blinkers off, cheekpieces back on. Unlikely to be far away

5 WITCH HUNTER (FR) (15) 025133

9-7 (3)

Br B g Siyouni (FR) - Sorciere (IRE) Jamie Spencer J

O Mr William Stobart Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

B Petra Bloodstock Agency Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Reallysmart effortwhen coming from last to first in Buckingham Palace Stakes (handicap) at RoyalAscot (7f, good to firm) last month. Placed at Listed level on his 2 outings since without quite reproducing that form.

6 FLIGHT PLAN (GB) (36) 51-200

TFRHHHII BHA108

3 8-13 (4)

Br B c Night of Thunder (IRE) - Romp David Egan J

O Clipper Logistics

B Miss K. J. Keir

K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

TIMEFORM VIEWSecond in 1mAW listed race on reappearance. Found the 2000 Guineas all too much next time butwasted no time bouncing back to form when 3 lengths seventh of15 inJerseyat RoyalAscot last time. Lightlyraced and couldyet have a biggerperformance in him.

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

TFRHHHII BHA105

2022: ALFLAILA 3 8 13 Jim Crowley 7-2 (Owen Burrows) 6 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5.

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

Stewards Note: AL MUBHIR: Following its run on 13/5/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

EXCEL POWER: Following its run on 13/1/2023 it was reported that the horse ran flat

WITCH HUNTER: Following its run on 15/7/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right handed.

Probable S.P.’s: 5-2 Poker Face (IRE), 10-3 Al Mubhir (GB), 9-2 Witch Hunter (FR), 5-1 Raadobarg (IRE), 13-2 Flight Plan (GB), 22-1 Excel Power (IRE) PLAY SMARTER

The drop back in trip could be a good move for POKER FACE who is taken to open his account at Listed level. The return to 1m should also help Raadobarg and he’s second choice ahead of Al Mubhir.

Michael Shinners, Head of Sports PR for Sky Bet will present a memento and the 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.

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.

Fixtures

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Fourth Race 3.25

THE PONTEFRACT AND DISTRICT GOLF CLUB LTD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £12000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £4955, 2nd £2478, 3rd £1238, 4th £619, 5th £310.

(Penalty Value £6280.80)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

2f 5y

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Easterby (31 wins from 326 runners, 10%) runs BOLLIN MARGARET TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D O’Meara (9 wins from 55 runners, 16%) runs AULD TOON LOON FANCY THAT: T Easterby won this race in 2013, 2014, 2019, 2020 and 2021. The stable runs BOLLIN MARGARET today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: DON’T LOOK BACK trained by L Russell, Kinross, 235 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb Draw

1 DUBAI SOUQ (IRE) (83) 21/500-2 D BF

6 10-2 (3)

Br B g Dubawi (IRE) - Balsamine (USA) Sean Kirrane (3) J

O Godolphin Saeed bin Suroor, Newmarket T

B Godolphin Emirates Fly Better S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won soft-ground handicap at Redcar (10f) in November 2021. Not at his very best in 3 outings in the first half of last year but posted creditable second at Windsor (10f, heavy) on return from 11 months off in May and can race off same mark here. TFRHHHHI BHA85

2 AULD TOON LOON (IRE) (15) 424151 D

4 10-1 (7)

Br B g Belardo (IRE) - Snowtime (IRE) David Nolan J

O Empire State Racing Partnership David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Cover and Carry Limited Gain Equine Nutrition S

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at Lingfield (10f) last month and improved on that form when taking 8-runner handicap at Chester (10.3f, heavy) 15 days ago, well on top finish. 4lb rise fair and is one for shortlist.

3 PIECEDERESISTANCE (IRE) (20) 05-0665 CD 5

Br B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Positive Step (IRE)

O Ryder and Alex Sugden

B Highpark Bloodstock Ltd Op

TIMEFORM VIEW Won this event (off 5lb higher) 12 months ago but yet to really fire this season and would likely prefer a sounder surface.

4 THEBEAUTIFULGAME (GB) (90) 42236-0 4

Br B f Slade Power (IRE) - Imasumaq (IRE)

O The Tripletto Partnership and Partner

B El Catorce Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW Back from 5-month absence when last of 7 in handicap at Bath (8f, soft) in May. Returns to longer trip now but makes limited appeal. TFRHIIII BHA78

5 TOUTE CHIC (IRE) (403) 446411- D

4 9-3 (2)

Br B f Violence (USA) - Creative Director (USA) Cam Hardie J

O Miss H. Bethell Harriet Bethell, Arnold T

B Lynch Bages, Camas Park & Summerhill B/S Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a couple of claimers (at up to 11.9f) in France but offered little in a trio of starts over timber for Jonjo O’Neill and is likely best watched making yard/handicap debut back on level. TFRHHIII BHA72

6 BOLLIN MARGARET (GB) (16) 124340 D

6 9-0 (1)

Br B m Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Bollin Greta David Allan J

O Mr D B & Mrs C Lamplough & Partner

Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Habton Farms Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Easy winner at Thirsk (12f) last month and has largely acquitted herself well in defeat since. However, below par at York latest and is another who wouldn’t want too much rain. TFRHHIII BHA69

7 ORCHESTRA (FR) (22) 521335 C D

Br B g Golden Horn - Optica (FR)

O La Grange Partnership

B S.C. Ecurie Ades-Hazan & Pvp Racing

3 9-0 (8)

Tom Marquand J

Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T

Ed Dunlop Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who got back on scoreboard at Beverley (9.9f) in May. Below that form more recently but is only 3lb above last winning mark and could be a player. TFRHHHII BHA78

8 DON’T LOOK BACK (GB) (8) 4-15206 D

5 8-13 (5)

Br Gr g Oasis Dream - Ronaldsay Darragh Keenan J

O Mrs H. Kelly Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Stowell Hill Ltd & D. Ludlow

Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Doncaster (10.2f, heavy) in April and didn’t get breaks (back from 9-week absence) when sixth in Haydock handicap (10.2f, soft) latest. Not out of things.

TFRHHHII BHA68

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: PIECEDERESISTANCE (IRE) 4 10 2 Billy Garritty 7-2 (Micky Hammond) 6 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 6.

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

Probable S.P.’s: 2-1 Dubai Souq (IRE), 3-1 Auld Toon Loon (IRE), 8-1 Orchestra (FR), 10-1 Don’t Look Back (GB), 11-1 Bollin Margaret (GB), 12-1 Piecederesistance (IRE), 20-1 Toute Chic (IRE), 25-1 Thebeautifulgame (GB)

AULD TOON LOON arrives at the top of his game and is fancied to register his third victory of the season. Dubai Souq made a pleasing return at Windsor in May and is feared most, whilst sole 3-y-o representative Orchestra can also make his presence felt.

John Beevers, Club Captain, Pontefract & District Golf Club 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.

CHILDREN

Under 18’s accompanied by an adult are free everywhere.

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Fifth Race 4.00

THE

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‘S’ WAY

MAIDEN STAKES

(CLASS 5) (DIV I) (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.

1m 6y

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Fell & S Murray (19 wins from 106 runners, 18%) runs ARMOURED TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W Haggas (9 wins from 42 runners, 21%) runs DUBAWI WARRIOR

LONGEST TRAVELLER: REBELLE LADY trained by I Jardine, Carrutherstown, 160 miles.

(Penalty Value £4320) colours no horse

1 AEROPLANE MODE (GB) (144) 54 4 10-1 (7)

Br B g Gleneagles (IRE) - So In Love Darragh Keenan J

O Mr J. Butler John Butler, Newmarket T

B Miss K. Rausing

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in sole bumper. Seemed to show fair form when fifth on Wolverhampton Flat debut 3 months later but not in the same form when a remote fourth at Lingfield (AW) since.

2 ARMOURED (IRE) (-)

4 10-1 (2)

Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Rayisa (IRE) Luke Morris J

O Miss Rebecca Dennis Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton T

B His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S.C. The Red Armoury, OR8 Wellness S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lope De Vega gelding. Dam, 2-y-o 1m winner who stayed 10.5f, half-sister to smart 7f winner Rehana. Has had wind surgery ahead of this rather belated debut. Betting the best guide to expectations.

3 PIDDIES REFLECTION (GB) (766) 0/-

TFRHHIII BHA-

5 9-10 (8)

Br Br m Geordieland (FR) - Piddie’s Power Lewis Edmunds J

O The Kevin Frost Racing Club Kevin Frost, Newark T

B Mr Dave Mead Kevin Frost Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW 200/1, well held on Nottingham debut in June 2021 and absent since.

4 DUBAWI WARRIOR (IRE) (57) 06

TFRHIIII BHA-

3 9-7 (1)

Br Br c Dubawi (IRE) - Muffri’Ha (IRE) Tom Marquand J

O Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum William Haggas, Newmarket T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in his 2 starts but he hails from a top stable and won’t need to improve that much to play a prominent role here.

5 LUCKY PROTECTOR (IRE) (17) 60

TFRHHHHI BHA-

3 9-7 (6)

Br Ch g Helmet (AUS) - Lucky Cala (GER) David Nolan J

O Mr W. P. Flynn Ivan Furtado, Newark T

B W. P. Flynn

TIMEFORM VIEW More one for handicaps judged on his 2 outings to date.

6 MY BOY BENJI (GB) (19) 00

TFRHHIII BHA-

3 9-7 (3)

Br B g Mondialiste (IRE) - Lady Chaparral Ryan Sexton (3) J

O The Marina Partnership Sam England, Guiseley T

B Elwick Stud RSH Bradford Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in a 7f Wetherby novice and 1 1/4m course maiden in recent weeks.

7 TRIBUTE (IRE) (13) 03004

TFRHHIII BHA-

3 9-7 (4)

Br B g Acclamation - Party Whip (IRE) James Doyle J

O Highclere T’Bred Racing - Dalai Lama Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T

B Bridgetown Stud Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form. Visored first time, good fourth of 10 in handicap at Windsor (1 1/4m, good to firm) 13 days ago. Sets the standard.

TFRHHHHH BHA75

8 MAGNOLIA HAWKS (IRE) (40) 6

3 9-2 (5)

Br Br f Footstepsinthesand - Kofariti (IRE) Aiden Brookes (5) J

O Peter Davies & Sons Limited Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Grange Stud Micky Hammond Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW 33/1, last of 6 in maiden at Beverley (7.4f, soft) on debut 40 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-

9 REBELLE LADY (IRE) (-)

3 9-2 (9)

Br B f Smooth Daddy (USA) - Mornington Belle (IRE) Andrew Mullen J

O Iain Jardine Racing Club Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Ms Patricia Walsh Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes S

TIMEFORM VIEW Smooth Daddy filly Dam ran a few times in bumpers. Yard enjoying a good spell. Betting should help guide to expectations. TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: WILKINS 3 9 7 Tom Marquand 2-7 (William Haggas) 7 ran

Visor worn by No. 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2.

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

Probable S.P.’s: 5-6 Tribute (IRE), 4-1 Dubawi Warrior (IRE), 10-1 Aeroplane Mode (GB), 16-1 Rebelle Lady (IRE), 20-1 Armoured (IRE), 22-1 Lucky Protector (IRE), 50-1 My Boy Benji (GB), Magnolia Hawks (IRE), 100-1 Piddies Reflection (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

A weak maiden which would appear to represent a good opportunity for TRIBUTE to get off the mark Fellow Newmarket raider Dubawi Warrior is selected to follow him home.

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.

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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 4.35

THE

NORTHERN COMMERCIALS IVECO

‘S’ WAY

MAIDEN STAKES

(CLASS 5) (DIV II) (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

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): R Varian (4 wins from 21 runners, 19%) runs FLEURIR

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Varian (4 wins from 33 runners, 12%) runs FLEURIR

LONGEST TRAVELLER: MONTY BE QUICK trained by D Evans, Abergavenny, 184 miles

1m 6y

colours no horse

1 LE FILS DE FORCE (GB) (589) 5

Br B g Slade Power (IRE) - Hot Wired Phil Dennis J

O Mr J Clayton and Mr R M Whitaker Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft T

B Jane Allison Yorkshire Bale S

TIMEFORM VIEWHalf-brotherto3winnersonlevel,including9.6fwinnerFilThePowerand11/4mwinnerEngrave,dam11/2m-15fwinner.Postedfairlyusefulforminbumpers inlate-2021,winningjunioreventatDoncaster Notseenfor19monthsbutworthmonitoringinmarketonreturn/Flatdebut.

2 MORNING DARLING (IRE) (381) 50-

4 9-10 (4)

Br Ch f Galileo Gold - Of Course Darling Jack Garritty J

O Give It A Go Racing Club Danny Brooke, Middleham T

B Shane O’Dwyer Danny Brooke Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t show much in a couple of outings last year and can only be watched on first start of 2023.

3 CHILD OF LIR (IRE) (11) 23

HIIII BHA-

3 9-7 (2)

Br B g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Kaplinsky (IRE) Graham Lee J

O Blacklock Simpson & Partner

Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

B John R. Jeffers Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

TIMEFORM VIEW Finished runner-up in claimer (10f) on sole start in Ireland but beaten a long way on debut for this yard in 3-runner maiden at Catterick (12.1f, good) 11 days ago. Attempts much shorter trip now.

4 LEITRIM ROCK (IRE) (37) 0-0

Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Dansky (IRE)

O Gallagher Bloodstock & Ballylinch Stud

TFRHHIII BHA-

3 9-7 (7)

Luke Morris J

William Knight, Newmarket T

B Ballylinch Stud Gallagher Group Ltd. S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced gelding. Likely needed outing, back from 8 months off, when seventh of 9 in minor event at Newmarket (10f, good to firm) 37 days ago. However, will likely be seen in better light when qualified for handicaps.

5 MONTY BE QUICK (IRE) (-)

TFRHHIII BHA-

3 9-7 (9)

Br Ch g New Bay - Poyle Meg Ben Curtis J

O Paul & Clare Rooney

David Evans, Abergavenny T

B Eleanor Commins & New Bay Syndicate Emma Evans Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW €9,000 foal, £88,000 yearling, New Bay gelding. Closely related to smart 1m-1 1/4m winner Whisper Not and half-brother to 3 winners, including smart winner up to 1m Whoputfiftyinyou and 5fwinnerJess. Worth a second look in the market on debut.

6 NELSON BAY (IRE) (10) 0-0

TFRHHHII BHA-

3 9-7 (1)

Br B g Australia - Bessichka Lewis Edmunds J

O Mr Kevin Frost Kevin Frost, Newark T

B Mr John Manley Kevin Frost Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced gelding. Just ran to a modest level when eighth of 11 in minor event at Leicester (10f, good) on yard debut 10 days ago. Needs to show more. TFRHIIII BHA-

7 RETRACTION (IRE) (271) 2-

3 9-7 (5)

Br B c Dark Angel (IRE) - Relation Alexander (IRE) P. J. McDonald J

O Coverdale Stud James Horton, Middleham T

B Yeomanstown Stud & Cavalier Bloodstock Manor House Farm S

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising type who posted fair form when second of 11 in minor event at Redcar (7f, heavy) on debut in November Should have more to offer this year

TFRHHHHI BHA-

8 FLEURIR (GB) (30) 3-2562

3 9-2 (3)

Br Ch f Justify (USA) - Butterscotch (IRE) David Egan J

O Mr Koji Maeda Roger Varian, Newmarket T

B V. I. Araci

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced filly who got back on track when second of 10 in minor event at Newmarket (8f, good) 30 days ago. Looks the one to beat on that form. TFRHHHHH BHA77

9 SPRING CHORUS (GB) (-)

3 9-2 (8)

Br B f New Approach (IRE) - Joys of Spring (IRE) Cam Hardie J

O Mr Declan Levey Ivan Furtado, Newark T

B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Lev Recruitment S

TIMEFORM VIEW New Approach filly Closely related to 11f winner Line of Descent and half-sister to 1m/9f winner Noble Ancestry Market check advised on debut. TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

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

2022:(See Div 1)

Probable S.P.’s: 11-10 Fleurir (GB), 7-2 Retraction (IRE), 12-1 Le Fils de Force (GB), Monty Be Quick (IRE), 16-1 Leitrim Rock (IRE), Spring Chorus (GB), 28-1 Child of Lir (IRE), 100-1 Morning Darling (IRE), 150-1 Nelson Bay (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

FLEURIR matched her best form when runner-up at Newmarket last month and looks to have been found a good opportunity to open her account here. Retraction showed ability on his sole start last year and looks the obvious danger, whilst market support for bumper winner Le Fils de Force could prove significant.

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.

GENERAL HELP

If you require assistance please ask one of the Attendants, either at the Entrance where you came in or at one of the Pass Gates. If you are in the Premier or Grandstand & Paddock Enclosures you can also enquire at the Raceday Office which is next to the Winners Enclosure.

PHOTO FINISH &STEWARDS ENQUIRIES

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

GRANDSTAND & PADDOCK: Outside the Raceday Office.

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

Seventh Race 5.10

THE AUNTIE MAID 50TH BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2890, 2nd £1446, 3rd £722, 4th £361, 5th £181.

(Penalty Value £3663.80)

For conditions of this race, see page 31

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (17-22): T Easterby (31 wins from 326 runners, 10%) runs CANARIA PRINCE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (9 wins from 87 runners, 10%) runs CANARIA PRINCE FANCY THAT: P Midgley won this race in 2019 and 2021. The stable runs ELZAAL, IMPERIAL KHAN, J R CAVAGIN & YAZAMAN today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: ASTAPOR trained by J Riches, Pilling, 99 miles.

colours no horse age st-lb Draw

1 SOUL SEEKER (IRE) (21) 532333 CD

6 10-1 (7)

Br B g Oasis Dream - Mad About You (IRE) Ben Robinson J

O C.T.P, Rasio Cymru & Northern Monkeys David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd Gain Equine Nutrition S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Continued his run of placed efforts when respectable third of 6 in handicap at Ayr (5f, good, 8/1) 21 days ago. Can make presence felt if taking his chance. TFRHHHHI BHA66

2 ELZAAL (IRE) (17) 111000 D

5 9-12 (8)

Br B g Elzaam (AUS) - Alice Liddel (IRE) David Nolan J

O PeeDeeTee Syndicate & partner Paul Midgley, Westow T

B L. Wright Spot On Solutions Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Has won 4 times at Newcastle this year, with his latest victory in March. 40/1, below form ninth of 15 in handicap at Doncaster (5.6f, good to firm) 17 days ago. Needs to get back on track.

3 J R CAVAGIN (IRE) (17) 005450 D

5 9-12 (6)

Br B g Oasis Dream - International Love (IRE) Graham Lee J

O A Bell & M Hammond Paul Midgley, Westow T

B D. G. Iceton

TIMEFORM VIEW Operating below best so far this season, seventh of 15 in handicap (15/2) at Doncaster (5.6f, good to firm) 17 days ago. Has fallen further in the weights but more needed to take advantage.

4 ASTAPOR (GB) (15) 410213 D BF

Br B g Sixties Icon - Good Morning Lady

5 9-10 (3)

Kirrane (3) J

O J R Racing John David Riches, Pilling T

B Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited J R Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 9 runs this year, with his latest success at Carlisle in July 7/4, continued in good heart when third of 13 in handicap at Hamilton (5f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Leading contender

5 YAZAMAN (IRE) (6) 65-0465 D

HHHHH BHA61

5 9-5 (1)

Br B g Kodiac - Online Alexander (IRE) Cam Hardie J

O a rhodes, m short & e twibell Paul Midgley, Westow T

B Mountarmstrong Stud

A Rhodes Jnr Caravans S

TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 32 Flat runs. After 10 weeks off, fifth of 9 in handicap at Beverley (5f, soft, 17/2) 6 days ago, never nearer having been short of room under 2f out. Others still preferred. TFRHHIII BHA56

6 IMPERIAL KHAN (IRE) (12) 551025 D 4 9-4 (4)

Br B g Kodiac - Beatify (IRE) Morgan Cole (7) J

O zacava racing & partner Paul Midgley, Westow T

B Al Mohamediya Breeding

TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at Beverley (5f) in May. Below form when fifth of 13 in handicap (5/1) at the same C&D good to soft)

12 days ago, though unproven on conditions. Any further rain a negative for his chances. TFRHHIII BHA55

7 GLORY HALLELUJAH (IRE) (18) 006040 D

4 9-3 (5)

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

O Mr J Raybould & Mr S Perkins

Nigel Tinkler, Malton T

B Kangyu International Racing Alexanders York S

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to build on promise of previous run when tenth of 11 in handicap at Yarmouth (5.2f, good, 17/2) 18 days ago. Others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA54

8 CANARIA PRINCE (GB) (25) 436330 D

5 9-0 (2) Br Bl g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Gran Canaria Queen David Allan J

O The Senators Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Habton Farms Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Run best excused when eighth of 12 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good to firm, 5/1) 25 days ago, doing too much too soon. Capable of getting involved having dropped to 5lb below his last winning mark. TFRHHHII BHA51

9 MUATADEL (GB) (12) 000432 CD

10 8-9 (9)

Br B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Rose Blossom William Pyle (7) J

O Caballo Racing John Wainwright, Malton T

B Lofts Hall Stud & B. Sangster Harmony Inns Hotels S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner but twenty-three runs since his last success back in 2021. However, he’s made the frame last 3 starts, second of 12 in handicap at Beverley (5f, good to soft, 8/1) 12 days ago. Shortlisted. TFRHHHHI BHA46

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: HELVETIAN 7 9 8 Aiden Brookes 9-1 (Kevin Frost) 9 ran

Blinkers worn by No. 8, 9. Visor worn by No. 7. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

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

Stewards Note:

GLORY HALLELUJAH: Following its run on 12/7/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Probable S.P.’s: 5-2 Astapor (GB), 9-2 Muatadel (GB), 11-2 Soul Seeker (IRE), 8-1 Canaria Prince (GB), 10-1 Yazaman (IRE), 11-1 J R Cavagin (IRE), 14-1 Imperial Khan (IRE), 22-1 Elzaal (IRE), Glory Hallelujah (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

ASTAPOR has shown improved form this year, recording his third win of the season at Carlisle at the beginning of the month, and he can score again in his current mood. Soul Seeker has been holding his form well and would be feared most if taking up this engagement, while Muatadel can give another good account.

Jon Beaumont 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.

DISCOVER BRITISH RACING’S

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.

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.45 - THE BRITISH EBF RUBY ANNIVERSARY MAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7560 to the winning horse

The second to receive £3549, the third £1775 and the fourth £887. for maiden two yrs old fillies only, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, July 24th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 28th. Weights: 9st 2lb each. 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 THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £5,000 towards the prize money for this race 14 entries at £35 - Closed July 24th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5974; Second £2986; Third £1494; Fourth £746. (Penalty Value £7560) SS

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.15 - THE VISIT THE BRAND NEW NAPOLEONS CASINO BRADFORD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for 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). £25 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £20 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 28th. 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 22nd, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. NAPOLEONS CASINO BRADFORD have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, 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 28 entries, at £25. - Closed July 24th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.50 - THE SKY BET POMFRET STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £28010 to the winning horse The second to receive £10665, the third £5340, the fourth £2665, the fifth £1335 and the sixth £670. for three yrs old and upwards, which have not won a Group 1 or Group 2 Pattern race after 2022. Enter by noon, July 24th and pay £125 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 28th.

Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 13lb; fillies 8st 8lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb. SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner The winning owner will also receive a Perpetual Challenge Trophy, to be held for one year only In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 18 entries at £125. - Closed July 24th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £22000; Second £9070; Third £4535; Fourth £2270; Fifth £1135; Sixth £565. (Penalty Value £28010) A SS

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.25 - THE PONTEFRACTAND DISTRICT GOLF CLUB LTD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6280 to the winning horse The second to receive £2947, the third £1472, the fourth £736 and the fifth £367. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £30 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run

Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 28th. 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 22nd, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb.

PONTEFRACT & DISTRICT GOLF CLUB LTD have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, they will also provide a cash prize to the stable employee, judged by them, to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 19 entries, at £30 - Closed July 24th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4955; Second £2478; Third £1238; Fourth £619; Fifth £310. (Penalty Value £6280.80) SS

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.00 - THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS IVECO ‘S’ WAY MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV I) (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 24th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10 00 a m. July 28th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 10st 1lb; fillies 9st 10lb. NORTHERN COMMERCIALS have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee, judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 10 entries at £20 - Closed July 24th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3414; Second £1706; Third £854; Fourth £426.

(Penalty Value £4320) SS

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.35 - THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS IVECO ‘S’ WAY MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV II) (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 24th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 28th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 10st 1lb; fillies 9st 10lb. NORTHERN COMMERCIALS have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee, judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 10 entries at £20 - Closed July 24th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3414; Second £1706; Third £854; Fourth £426. (Penalty Value £4320) SS

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.10 - THE AUNTIE MAID 50TH BIRTHDAYHANDICAP 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 66 and 67; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £20 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 28th. 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 22nd, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. JON

BEAUMONT has generously sponsored this race on the occasion of his sister’s birthday. They will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, they will also present a cash prize to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 18 entries, at £20.Closed July 24th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS

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