Pontefract Racecard - Monday 22nd April

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First Race 1.52 5f 3y

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2024

MODELYEAR EBFRESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (forhorses in Bands C and D)(EBFQualifier) (GBB RACE) for novice two yrs old x Total prize fund £6899

Owners Prize Money. 1st £2849, 2nd £1425, 3rd £712, 4th £356, 5th £178. (PenaltyValue £3610.94)

Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Easterby (33 wins from 320 runners, 10%) runs I’M NEXT and LAW DEGREE

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Alice Haynes (5 wins from 29 runners, 17%) runs FAR ABOVE THE LAW

LONGEST TRAVELLERS: FAR ABOVE THE LAW trained by A Haynes, INSHAD trained by G Boughey, BEAUHAATHER & THEATRICALLY trained by A Murphy - all Newmarket, 147 miles.

colours no horse st-lb Draw

1 ALMANJOOR (IRE) (-) 9-7 (10)

Br Ch c Sands of Mali (FR) - Shorter Skirt Oisin Orr J

O AlMohamediya Racing

B Tom McDonald

Richard Fahey, Malton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 12. €23,000 foal, £36,000 yearling, Sands of Mali colt. Dam, 6f winner, half-sister to useful 1m-11f winner Eftiraath. TFRHHHII BHA-

2 BEAUHAATHER (GB) (-)

Br B g Mohaather - Hyperactive

O Solario Racing (Newmarket)

B J. Ferguson, Culworth Grounds & Partners

9-7 (5)

Frederick Larson (3) J

Amy Murphy, Newmarket T

Amy Murphy Racing Ltd, CLASS1PERSONNEL S

TIMEFORM VIEW FoaledApril 17. 22,000 gns yearling, Mohaather gelding. Half-brother to 11.6f/1 1/2m winner Overactive Dam, lightly raced, closely related to very smart winner up to 2m Dashing Willoughby. TFRHHHII BHA-

3 EIGHTEEN FOURTEEN (IRE) (-)

9-7 (3)

Br B c Mehmas (IRE) - Dutch Treaty Cam Hardie J

O Crystal Clear Racing 2 Ollie Pears, Malton T

B Clara Stud Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW 32,000Y: sixth foal: half-brother to 5f-1m winner Annie’s Song (by Camacho) and 11f winner Hopespringseternal (by Harzand): dam twice-raced half-sister to very smart 6f winner Golden Horde. TFRHHIII BHA4 I’M NEXT (GB) (-) 9-7 (9)

Br B c Ardad (IRE) - Dharwa David Allan J

O Mr B Parker & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Richard & Nell Kent JPC Developments (Yorkshire) Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled May 14. 15,000 gns foal, Ardad colt. Half-brother to winner up to 1 1/4m

Estepona Sun. Dam unraced. TFRHHHII BHA5 INSHAD (IRE) (-) 9-7 (2)

Br B or Gr c Gregorian (IRE) - Siphon Melody (USA) Billy Loughnane J

O Mr Fawzi Abdulla Nass

George Boughey, Newmarket T

B Ringfort Stud Oliver St Lawrence Bloodstock Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 18. €15,000 foal, £31,000 yearling, Gregorian colt. Half-brother to numerous winners, including useful 7f-1m winner HotsyTotsy and useful winner up to 1m Staintondale Lass. Dam 5f-8.5fwinner Interesting newcomer TFRHHHHI BHA6 FAR ABOVE THE LAW (IRE) (24) (2lb) 4 9-5 (12)

Br B c Far Above (IRE) - Cindy Bear (IRE) Kieran O’Neill J

O Syndicates Racing II and Partners Alice Haynes, Newmarket T

B Michael Buckley & Ian Thompson Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 19. €20,000 Far Above colt. Dam lightly raced. 5/1, fourth of 6 in maiden at Chelmsford City (5f) on debut 24 days ago. Hooded for 1st time. Should improve. TFRHHHII BHA7 LAW DEGREE (IRE) (13) (2lb) 4

9-5 (8)

Br B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Virtually Duran Fentiman J

O Habton Racing club

B Mr Donnchadh Higgins

Tim Easterby, Malton T

Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEWFoaledApril3.€16,000foal,€6,500yearling,InnsofCourtgelding.Closelyrelatedto6f/7fwinnerMidnightFire.Damunraced,closelyrelated to useful 2-y-o 6fwinnerAdorn. Fourth of 7 in maiden atThirsk (5f, heavy, 100/1) on debut 13 days ago.

TFRHHIII BHA-

8 PASTORAL WAY (GB) (-) (2lb)

9-5 (6)

Br Ch c Pastoral Pursuits - Almond Branches Daniel Tudhope J

O Hambleton Racing Ltd - Two Chances

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Mr J. A. Knox and Mrs M. A. Knox Hambleton Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 17. 11,000 gns yearling, Pastoral Pursuits colt. Half-brother to 3 winners, including useful 7f/1m winner Ozymandis and 5f winner Spring Bloom. Dam 5f winner (including at 2 yrs) One to note TFRHHHHI BHA-

9 SANGATIEN (GB) (-) (2lb)

9-5 (11)

Br B g Washington DC (IRE) - Oneroa (IRE) Tom Eaves J

O Mr J. Crossfield Ivan Furtado, Wiseton T

B Sketchley Bloodstock Limited Sketchley Bloodstock Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 19. Washington Dc gelding. Half-brother to 7f winner Little Edi. TFRHHIII BHA-

10 THEATRICALLY (IRE) (12) 54

9-2 (7)

Br B f Soldier’s Call - High Shine Silvestre De Sousa J

O Amy Murphy & King for a Day Amy Murphy, Newmarket T

B Ms Ethel Anne Moloney Amy Murphy Racing Ltd, CLASS1PERSONNEL S

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising type. Fourth of 8 in minor event at Kempton (5f, 7/2) 12 days ago. Open to progress, and respected. TFRHHHHH BHA-

11 HARSWELL DANDY (IRE) (-) (2lb)

9-0 (1)

Br B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Cozi Bay Jonny Peate (3) J

O Harswell Thoroughbred Racing I Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton T

B Lynn Lodge Stud OR8 Wellness S TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 17. 16,000 gns yearling, Dandy Man filly Dam, ran once at 2 yrs, closely related to smart 5f/6f winner Zebedee out of useful 1 1/4m winner Cozy Maria.

(-) (2lb)

9-0 (4)

Br B f Massaat (IRE) - My Dandy Doc (IRE) Connor Beasley J

O Hadden Farm Ltd & Partner Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T

B Zena McFadzean Gemma Tutty Racing S TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 17. 10,000 gns yearling, Massaat filly. Dam 6f winner. TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2023: BILLY WEBSTER (IRE) 2 9 2 Billy Loughnane 11-2 (George Scott) 7 ran Hood worn first time by No 6. Running for the first time since Gelding No 2, 9. Record Time: 1min 1.1secs; Median Time: 1min 3.30secs

Stewards Note:

FAR ABOVE THE LAW: Following its run on 29/3/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.

Probable S.P.’s: 3-1 Theatrically (IRE), 9-2 Inshad (IRE), 6-1 Almanjoor (IRE), 17-2 Pastoral Way (GB), 14-1 I’m Next (GB), 16-1 Far Above The Law (IRE), 18-1 Beauhaather (GB), 22-1 Law Degree (IRE), Hot To Dot (GB), 25-1 Eighteen Fourteen (IRE), 33-1 Sangatien (GB), Harswell Dandy (IRE)

THEATRICALLY has shaped well both starts, including in the Brocklesby, and should be up to winning one of these. Before market clues, Inshad and Pastoral Ways look the pick of the newcomers on paper.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.THEATRICALLY (IRE) 2.INSHAD (IRE) 3.PASTORAL WAY

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Second Race 2.22

THE OAP FREE DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for three yrs old x Total prize fund £6000

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Easterby (33 wins from 320 runners, 10%) runs COIN POWER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): A Haynes (5 wins from 29 runners, 17%) runs VANITY PAYS LONGEST TRAVELLERS: VANITY PAYS trained by A Haynes, TEST OF LOVE trained by Sir M Prescott - both Newmarket, 147 miles.

Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) colours no horse st-lb

1 VANITY PAYS (GB) (77) 4605-00 9-11 (8)

Br B f Kodiac - Mystic Jade Kieran O’Neill J

O Sam Hoskins & Justin Byrne

Alice Haynes, Newmarket T

B D. R. Tucker Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEWBlinkered for1st time, last of8 in handicap (11/1) at Lingfield (6f,AW) 77 days ago, ridden under3fout and soon beaten. Return to turf (best efforts on soft/heavy) needs to have a positive effect now with cheekpieces back on. TFRHHHII BHA67

2 TEST OF LOVE (IRE) (257) 050- 9-10 (6)

Br B g Time Test - Alys Love Luke Morris J

O Middleham Park Racing CIII

Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket T

B Alys Love Syndicate Tattersalls S TIMEFORM VIEWSon ofTimeTestwho showed definite signs ofpromise in trio ofquick-fire runs inAWnovice events at up to 7flast summer Gelded ahead of this return and highly likely there’s a good deal more to come now handicapping for his very shrewdyard. TFRHHHHH BHA66

3 MACARONE (GB) (185) 402141- 9-10 (2)

Br B c Havana Grey - Multi Quest Franny Norton J

O Rob Burrow Racing Club

Craig Lidster, Easingwold T

B Michael John Williamson The Black Sheep Brewery S

TIMEFORM VIEWImproved forswitch to handicaps during second halfoflastyear, making it 2wins from last 3 startswhenwinning 11-runnernursery at Newcastle (5f) in October Does need to prove himself as effective at this longer trip on return, however. TFRHHHII BHA66

4 CASSANOS LAD (GB) (59) U4-563 9-8 (1)

Br B g Massaat (IRE) - Elfine (IRE)

O Mr K J McCourt Racing

Billy Garritty J

Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T

B Mr Derek J. Willis Stittenham Farms S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Visored for 1st time, ran well under change of tactics when third of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 12/1) 54 days ago. Cheekpieces go on for turf debut and he’s worth a check in the betting for positive vibes. TFRHHHII BHA64

5 DESERT RAIDER (GB) (14) 4-15364

Br B g Advertise - Sahara Sky (IRE)

O Mr Brian Valentine

B Bundaberg Ltd

9-8 (5)

Cam Hardie J

Ian McInnes, Catwick T

M.A.V. Wallcoverings Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Lingfield in January. 12/1, respectable fourth of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (8f) 14 days ago, no extra final 1f Eased 1lb since and not discounted dropping back down in trip. TFRHHHHI BHA64

6 DC FLYER (GB) (195) 050140- D 9-6 (9)

Br B g Washington DC (IRE) - Saltwater Tom Eaves J

O Hambleton Racing Ltd XVI

Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

B Bearstone Stud Hambleton Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWFound some improvement ridden more positivelywhen successful on nurserydebut at Hamilton (6f) inJuly Ratherdisappointing he couldn’t build on that in 2 starts thereafter and he needs to hit the ground running back from 6 months off. TFRHHHII BHA62

7 COIN POWER (FR) (289) 666- 9-3 (7)

Br Ch g Donjuan Triumphant (IRE) - Whitefountainfairy (IRE)

O King Power Racing Co Ltd

B King Power Racing Ltd

David Allan J

Tim Easterby, Malton T

King Power International Co Ltd, King Power Racing Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWThrice-raced maiden. 40/1, ran to a similar level as previouslywhen sixth of 12 in maiden on qualifying run at Beverley(5f, good) inJuly Step

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8 MADAME CHRISTINE (GB) (150) 306640- 9-1 (3)

Br Gr f Havana Grey - Tranquil Flight

O Mrs Liz Ingham

Paul Mulrennan J

Ann Duffield, Leyburn T

B Llety Farms Sims Suzuki S

TIMEFORM VIEW Havana Grey filly who ran below best when seventh of 11 in nursery at Southwell (6.1f) when last seen in November. Operating from career-low mark back from 5 months off but she does need to get back on track. TFRHHHII BHA57

9 BLUFFERONTHEBUS (IRE) (37) 60346-4 8-13 (4)

Br B f Ribchester (IRE) - Petite Georgia (IRE) Sam James J

O NickBradleyRacing45 & Alfa Site Services

Craig Lidster, Easingwold T

B Gus Roche Tattersalls S

TIMEFORM VIEW Displayed some promise in maidens at up to 6f as a juvenile and ran best race despite not being seen to best effect when fourth of 9 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) on return 37 days ago. Possible she can do better again with that under her belt. TFRHHHII BHA55

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 4.

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

Running for the first time since Gelding No 2.

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

Stewards Note: VANITY PAYS: Following its run on 5/2/2024 it was reported that the horse was outpaced.

TEST OF LOVE: Following its run on 9/8/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

MADAME CHRISTINE: Following its run on 24/11/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too free.

Probable S.P.’s: 9-2 Macarone (GB), 11-2 Test of Love (IRE), Cassanos Lad (GB), 13-2 Desert Raider (GB), 8-1 Coin Power (FR), 9-1 DC Flyer (GB), 10-1 Blufferonthebus (IRE), 14-1 Vanity Pays (GB), Madame Christine (GB)

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TEST OF LOVE displayed definite signs of promise without looking anything like the finished article in a trio of starts as a juvenile and, gelded ahead of this return, he’s just the type to take off now handicapping for his very shrewd stable. Desert Raider and Blufferonthebus are others to consider, whilst Coin Power is another handicap debutant to keep an eye on.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TEST OF LOVE (IRE) 2.DESERT RAIDER 3.BLUFFERONTHEBUS

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Third Race 2.52

THE RIU HOTELS AND RESORTS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £27000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £10970, 2nd £5486, 3rd £2743, 4th £1372, 5th £686, 6th £343. (PenaltyValue £13915.80)

Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

For conditions of this race, see page 43

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): K R Burke (19 wins from 107 runners, 18%) runs BOLSTER

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K R Burke (5 wins from 40 runners, 12%) runs BOLSTER

WEIGHTWATCHER: BARYSHNIKOV won off a handicap mark of 91, his rating is now down 8lb to 83.

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

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

Br B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Quilting (USA)

O Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

rst2startsinnovicecompany8monthsapartandranwithcreditwithoutbeingseentobeste

Br B or Br g Pastorius (GER) - Lady Jacamira (GER)

James Sullivan J

O The Beer Stalkers & Ruth Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington T

B Gestut Karlshof William Hill S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bolstered his good record at Sandown (10f) in July but seemed anchored by small rise in weights thereafter and well held on yard debut at York (10.2f) in October. Probably best watched on return/following wind surgery. TFRHHIII BHA95

3 EUCHEN GLEN (GB) (29) 02440-0 D

Br B g Authorized (IRE) - Jabbara (IRE)

11 9-4 (7)

Paul Mulrennan J

O Mr W. M. Johnstone Jim Goldie, Glasgow T

B W. M. Johnstone Jim Goldie Racing

ft, 22/1) 29 days ago and he’s probablymore effective over further nowadays TFRHHIII BHA92

4 FORCEFUL SPEED (IRE) (195) 5/51114- CD 4 9-1 (5)

Br Ch g New Bay - Praden (USA) Billy Loughnane J

O Amo Racing Limited George Boughey, Newmarket T

B China Horse Club International Ltd Sports Invest UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWSteadyimprover as a 3-y-owho completed hat-trick at Epsom (12f) in October Mayoffound race coming too soonwhen fourth at Leicester (10f) 9 days later but he could yet resume progress now embarking on his 4-y-o campaign. TFRHHHHI BHA89

5 LIGHTENING COMPANY (IRE) (29) 10435-3 CD 6 8-10 (6)

Br B g Fast Company (IRE) - Shama’s Song (IRE)

Andrew Mullen J

O Middleham Park Racing CXV & C Barclay Ben Haslam, Middleham T

B Anthony Kirwan Middleham Park Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEWTook this race 12 months ago from a 2lb lowermark and he ranwell on back of6 months offwhen third of10 in handicap at Doncaster (10.2f, soft) 29 days ago, a slow start not helping his cause. That should have teed him up nicely ahead of this. TFRHHHHI BHA84

6 TOSHIZOU (IRE) (14) 0320-03

6 8-10 (4)

Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Remember You (IRE) Jonny Peate (3) J

O Nick Bradley Racing 3 and Partner

Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton T

B Coolmore OR8 Wellness, Indication Racing S TIMEFORM VIEWEighteen runs since lastwin in 2020 but stripped fitterforhis reappearancewhen third of7 in handicap

Br Ch g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Tara Moon Connor Beasley J

O Mr John Knotts & Partner David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T

B M. H. and Mrs G. Tourle Tote S TIMEFORM VIEWC&Dwinnerwho comes here on a long losing run but he ran respectablyon the back of5 months offwhen fourth of10 in handicap at Doncaster(10.2f, soft, 12/1) 29 days ago. Haswon on his second start ofthe campaign for2 oflast 3years and not dismissed from a good mark. TFRHHHII BHA83

8 THUNDERING (GB) (156) 400105- D

5 8-9 (8)

Br B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Cosmea Shane Gray J

O Mr S. Ryan Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

B Kingston Stud Santry Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWTookadvantageofmuch-reducedmarkatAyr(10f)inSeptember.FinishedmidfieldinCambridgeshirenextstartandcaughttheeyewhen fifth of 9 in handicap at Lingfield (10f) on final start in November Returns just 1lb above last winning mark. TFRHHHII BHA83

9 ESMERAY (IRE) (213) 3213- D

4 8-4 (3)

Br B f Sea The Moon (GER) - Exploitation (IRE) Silvestre De Sousa J

O Mrs Lynn Turner & Mr Guy Brook Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Sir E. J. Loder St David’s Poultry Team Ltd, St Davids Poultry Team Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWSeaTheMoonfillywhodisplayedrace-by-raceprogressinnovice/maidens,offthemarkatFfosLas(10f,soft)inAugust.Shapedbetterthanbareresult when third on handicap debut at Newbury(12f, heavy) a month laterand she’sverymuch one to be interested in on return. TFRHHHHH BHA78

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: LIGHTENING COMPANY (IRE) 5 8 6 Andrew Mullen 6-1 (Ben Haslam) 12 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2.

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

Probable S.P.’s: 10-3 Esmeray (IRE), 11-2 Forceful Speed (IRE), 6-1 Lightening Company (IRE), 7-1 Baryshnikov (GB), 15-2 Toshizou (IRE), 8-1 Bolster (GB), 11-1 Thundering (GB), 18-1 Lord Protector (GER), 22-1 Euchen Glen (GB)

Steadily progressive in novice/maidens, ESMERAY shaped better than the bare result when third on handicap debut at Newbury when last seen in September, making her effort earlier than ideal. Appealing as being on a handy mark, she looks a big player on return. Last year’s winner Lightening Company and Forceful Speed are others to consider, with Baryshnikov another in the mix.

Maria Battersby, Business Development Manager, RIU Hotels and Resorts will present a memento and a perpetual Challenge Trophy to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race A cash prize of £50 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

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Fourth Race 3.22

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HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV I)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234)

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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Easterby (33 wins from 320 runners, 10%) runs GOLDEN MELODY

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Menzies (4 wins from 24 runners, 17%) runs DOGGED

WEIGHTWATCHER: GOLDEN MELODY won off a handicap mark of 70, her rating is now down 5lb to 65.

LONGEST TRAVELLER: DOGGED trained by R Menzies, Sedgefield, 82 miles.

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Perle Rare (USA) Phil Dennis J

O Ryan , Chappell & Dixon

Scott Dixon, Rolleston T

B Haras d’Etreham et al Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW

ReturnedtoturfwithagoodsecondatDoncaster(7f,soft)inMarchandconfirmedpromiseofthatrunwhenrunningoutaconvincingwinner from the front at Windsor (8.1f) 7 days ago. No surprise to see him out under a penaltyand big shout again. TFRHHHHI BHA76

2 ON THE RIVER (GB) (20) 15460-5 CD

Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Lady Lekki (IRE)

O Mr W. A. Bethell

5 9-10 (3)

Cam Hardie J

Harriet Bethell, Arnold T

B Daniel Shapiro Beverley Racecourse S

TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed an excellent first season with this yard in 2023, winning 4 times, including this race on his reappearance last spring. Possibly in need of his respective return her 3 weeks ago and feasible to expect a better showing with that under his belt. TFRHHHHH BHA76

3 PARIS LIGHTS (IRE) (28) 200-540

Br B g Siyouni (FR) - Cabaret (IRE)

O Wrenegade Racing

5 9-9 (4)

David Nolan J

Paul Midgley, Westow T

B Woodnook Farm Pty Ltd Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Left a poor run over hurdles behind when fourth at Newcastle (1m) last month and best not judged too harshly on his subsequent run back there 4 weeks ago. However, others appeal more forwin purposes back on turf despite sliding mark. TFRHHHII BHA75 4

(IRE) (35) 6233-0

Br B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Three Decades (IRE)

O Mrs C M Clarke, Foulrice Park Racing Ltd

4 9-6 (2)

Daniel Tudhope J

Liam Bailey, Middleham T

B M. P. & R. J. Coleman Show Business Interiors Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced gelding. Off 9 months and 12/1, first run since leaving Harry Eustace cheaplywhen last of 7 in handicap at Newcastle (8f) 35 days ago, weakening from 2f out. Needs to leave that well behind to figure. TFRHHIII BHA72

5 FIRST DYNASTY (USA) (20) 1200-66

Br B g American Pharoah (USA) - Heavenly Thought (USA)

5 9-4 (8)

O The Pink & Purple Partnership Sam England, Guiseley T B Candy Meadows LLC Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S

VIEW AW novice winner early last year but largely underwhelming efforts since, including in 3 starts for this yard, sixth of 12 making turf debut in a C&D handicap 3 weeks ago. Hooded for 1st time. TFRHHIII BHA70

6 DOGGED (GB) (198) 131550- D

7 9-1 (1)

Br B g Due Diligence (USA) - Bling Bling (IRE) Oisin Orr J

O Rebecca Menzies Racing Partnerships

Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

B Whitsbury Manor Stud and Mrs M. E. Slade Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 4 times in apprentice/amateur riders’ handicaps last year but below best on final start at Redcar (10f) in October. Possible he’ll strip fitter for this first start for 6 months. TFRHHHII BHA67

7 ARKENSTAAR (GB) (203) 254051- D

Br B g Kessaar (IRE) - Never Lose

O Mr P Appleton & Mrs Anne Elliott

4 9-0 (9)

Connor Beasley J

Michael Dods, Darlington T

B Tibthorpe Stud Denton Hall Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 11 runs last year Career best when winning 7-runner handicap at Hamilton (8.3f, soft, 4/1) in October, staying on to lead final strides. Nudged up 2lb and of interest on his return to action. TFRHHHHI BHA66

8 GOLDEN MELODY (IRE) (196) 642443- D 6 8-13 (7)

Br Ch m Belardo (IRE) - Chanter David Allan J

O Mr M. J. Macleod Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Ennistown Stud Baker Finch Interiors, Leods Contracts Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEWWinless last term but posted plentyofcreditable efforts, good third of16 in a C&D handicap on final start in October. Conditions will hold no fears on seasonal bow and this the lowest she’s been in the weights for some time. TFRHHHII BHA65

9 DANDY’S ANGEL (IRE) (205) 413214- 7 8-11 (5)

Br B m Dandy Man (IRE) - Party Pipit (IRE) Ryan Sexton J

O Anthony Ross and David Lumley John Wainwright, Malton T

B Stonepark Farms Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Notched her fifth victory of 2023 at Beverley (10f, heavy) in September, just holding on in a strongly-run affair Well below best at Chester (10.3f) final start later that month and present mark demands that bit more on return to action. TFRHHHII BHA63

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: ON THE RIVER 4 8 11 Cam Hardie 18-1 (Harriet Bethell) 16 ran Hood worn first time by No. 5.

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

Stewards Note:

MAN OF A’AN: Following its run on 18/3/2024 it was reported that the horse lost its action.

Probable S.P.’s: 2-1 Perseverants (FR), 9-2 Arkenstaar (GB), 6-1 On The River (GB), 7-1 Golden Melody (IRE), 14-1 Paris Lights (IRE), Dogged (GB), Dandy’s Angel (IRE), 22-1 First Dynasty (USA), 25-1 Man of A’An (IRE)

Successful on his respective return over C&D 12 months ago, ON THE RIVER shaped as if needing the run this time around when fifth in a C&D handicap 3 weeks ago. Expected to take a step forward from that run, he’s dropped 1lb below his last winning mark and could well be worth chancing to come out on top. Perseverants comes here in fine form and should play a big part again, with Arkenstaar another to consider on return to action.

Lydia Nhavira and Kim Clifford of the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme 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.

HBLB

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £161,077 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 23rd March to 23rd June 2024.

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.

Fifth Race 3.55 1m 6y

THE BOWEL CANCER SCREENING PROGRAMME SAVE LIVES

HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV II)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000

For conditions of this race, see page 43

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Easterby (33 wins from 320 runners, 10%) runs MOUNT KING

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): B Haslam (4 wins from 8 runners, 50%) runs DO I DREAM

LONGEST TRAVELLER: DUMFRIES trained by R Carr, Stillington, 82 miles.

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234) colours no horse age st-lb

1 LERWICK (GB) (247) 4/40123- CD 4 9-11 (8)

Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Mystique

O The Marquess of Zetland

Callum Rodriguez J

Edward Bethell, Middleham T

B Mr Jeremy Gompertz Zetland Estates Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved when opening his account over C&D in July and made frame next 2 starts, creditable third of 12 in handicap at Doncaster (1m, good to firm) when last seen inAugust.Yard have made a good start to the campaign and he’s respected on return. TFRHHHHI BHA77

2 DUMFRIES (GB) (33) 10434-5 D 4 9-9 (4)

Br B g Cityscape - Milldale

James Sullivan J

O Whitehills Racing Syndicate 2 Ruth Carr, Stillington T

B Whatton Manor Stud William Hill, Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW9/1, first run since leaving MarcusTregoningwhen creditable fifth of 10 in handicap at Southwell (8.1f) 33 days ago, pulling hard and weakening last 1/2f. That run ought to have brought him on and eased 1lb ahead of this. TFRHHHII BHA75

3 HARSWELL DUKE (IRE) (20) 600-603 D

6 9-6 (6)

Br B g Garswood - Grafitti Jonny Peate (3) J

O Harswell Thoroughbred Racing Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton T

B Patrick Gleeson OR8 Wellness S

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2023. 10/1, fared better than of late when respectable third of 12 in handicap at this C&D (heavy) 20 days ago, plugging on. One to bear in mind from his much-reduced mark. TFRHHHII BHA

4 MOUNT KING (IRE) (171) 451515- CD

9-5 (9) Br Ch g National Defense - Christmas Joy (IRE) David Allan J O Ryedale Partners No1 Tim Easterby, Malton T B Sun Bloodstock SARL Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win here in October Bit below form fifth of 15 in handicap (10/1) at Newmarket (8f, soft) in November, weakening final 1f Possible this run will bring him on following 171 days off TFRHHHII BHA71

5 HIGHFIELD VIKING (GB) (13) 4322-01 4 9-2 (1)

Br B g Aclaim (IRE) - Pure Illusion (IRE) Jason Hart J

O Trainers House Enterprises Ltd

John & Sean Quinn, Malton T

B Trainers House Enterprises Ltd JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed benefit of his reappearance run (also blinkered) when winning 14-runner handicap at Thirsk (7f, heavy, 8/1) 13 days ago. Merits consideration with the distinct possibility of more to come. TFRHHHHI BHA68

6 FARHHFROMFORGOTTEN (GB) (210) 3/40250- 4 9-1 (2)

Br B g Farhh - Formidable Kitt

O Foulrice Park Racing Limited

Daniel Tudhope J

Liam Bailey, Middleham T

B Chasemore Farm Show Business Interiors Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW First run since leaving K. R. Burke when seventh of 8 in handicap at Hamilton (9.2f, good to soft, 28/1) in September, slowly away and always behind. Needs to hit the ground running back from 7 months off. TFRHHIII BHA67

7 MY HONEY B (GB) (174) 111400- D 4 8-13 (5)

Br B f Zoffany (IRE) - Midnight Dance (IRE)

Billy Garritty J

O A Fraine, M Fraine, S Windle, R Porter Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T

B Littleton Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Rattled off a hat-trick at Nottingham (8.3f) in August and not disgraced when fourth at Thirsk (1m) next time. Below best final 2 starts but slipped back down to last winning mark ahead of return and she’s no forlorn hope. TFRHHHII BHA65

8 FIFTYSHADESARESDEV (FR) (276) 55500/0- 5 8-11 (3)

Br Gr g Johnny Barnes (IRE) - Tina Nova (FR) Silvestre De Sousa J

O Resdev Micky Hammond, Middleham T

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden handicapper on the Flat who ran to a modest level in trio of hurdle runs last winter. Absent since finishing down the field in 9-runner C&D handicap last July and others appeal more despite career-low mark. TFRHHHII BHA63

9 DO I DREAM (IRE) (4) 560-421 CD 5 8-10 (7)

Br B m Mondialiste (IRE) - Novita (FR) Joanna Mason J

O Chris Cleevely & Racing Knights Ben Haslam, Middleham T

B Elwick Stud Instawood Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who confirmed promise of her C&D second when winning 9-runner handicap at Ripon (8f, heavy, 9/4) 4 days ago, edging ahead final 50 yds. Goes unpenalised for that success and well worth considering in present groove TFRHHHHH BHA62

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2023:(See Div 1)

Blinkers worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

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

Stewards Note:

DUMFRIES: Following its run on 20/3/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too freely early on.

FIFTYSHADESARESDEV: Following its run on 21/7/2023 it was reported that the horse returned lame.

Probable S.P.’s: 10-3 Do I Dream (IRE), 9-2 Highfield Viking (GB), 11-2 Lerwick (GB), 7-1 Harswell Duke (IRE), 8-1 Dumfries (GB), 11-1 Mount King (IRE), 14-1 My Honey B (GB), 18-1 Fiftyshadesaresdev (FR), 22-1 Farhhfromforgotten (GB)

DO I DREAM confirmed the promise of her C&D second when resuming winning ways at Ripon 4 days ago and, unpenalised for that success, she looks to hold sound claims of going in again for her in-form yard Fellow last-time-out winner Highfield Viking is a big threat and along with Lerwick, heads up the dangers.

Lydia Nhavira and Kim Clifford of the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £50 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

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

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Sixth Race 4.25 2m 5f 139y

THE INTO THE SKY PONTEFRACT MARATHON

HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (Round 2 of the Pontefract Stayers’ Championship 2023) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6000

For conditions of this race, see page 43

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): M Hammond (7 wins from 102 runners, 7%) runs BRICKADANK

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Menzies (4 wins from 24 runners, 17%) runs SHOW NO FEAR

LONGEST TRAVELLER: BLENHEIM LAD trained by C Poulton, Lewes, 241 miles.

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (PenaltyValue £3140.40) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. colours

O Mr Liam Murray Sara Ender, Malton T

B

2 WANNABE BRAVE (IRE) (156) 443354- 5 9-8 (6)

Br B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Wannabe Special

O Mrs G J Davey

Daniel Muscutt J

James Fanshawe, Newmarket T

B Clarecastle Stud Ltd Pegasus Stables LLP S

TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on for 1st time in this code, eighth of 15 in novice hurdle at Huntingdon (19.6f, heavy, 80/1) 36 days ago. Fair on the Flat and one to note. TFRHHHII BHA

3 SHOW NO FEAR (IRE) (91) 652-126

Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Euphrasia (IRE)

O Rebecca Menzies Racing Partnerships

B Sonessa Bloodstock Ltd

9-8 (7)

Paul Mulrennan J

Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

Bluegrass Horse Feeds S TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Newcastle in January

(IRE) - Nice To Know (FR) Dougie Costello J

O Lysways Racing

B Paul Hancock

Steph Hollinshead, Rugeley T

TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable sixth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f, 22/1) 34 days ago,

Br B g Brian Boru - Castlehill Lady (IRE)

O Mr J Toes & Mr J O’Loan

Alex Jary (5) J

Peter Winks, Barnsley T

B S. C. D. Syndicate Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair jumper at best. Lightly-raced on Flat, unraced in sphere since 2020. Veteran can only be watched. TFRHIIII BHA55

6 NEY (IRE) (32) 0/-33133 BF

Br B g Free Eagle (IRE) - Gallope (IRE)

O The Ney Partnership

B Charles O’Reilly & Irish National Stud

6 9-6 (8)

Billy Garritty J

Danny Brooke, Middleham T

Danny Brooke Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Southwell in February Creditable third of 12 in handicap (11/8) at Southwell (16.5f) 32 days ago. Significantly up in trip and a player if he stays.

7 GOLD RING (GB) (174) 005/

Br B g Golden Horn - La Dorotea (IRE)

O Mechie, CCR, Kerr, Tate, Lawson

B Deerfield Farm

TFRHHHII BHA54

7 9-5 (2)

Joe Fanning J

Neil Mechie, Middleham T

TIMEFORM VIEW Had Tarbat Ness 1/2 length behind him in second when scoring over 2m at Redcar this time last year Little impact since (over hurdles this year).

TFRHHIII BHA53

8 TARBAT NESS (GB) (20) 31422-6

5 9-5 (10)

Br Br or Gr g Reliable Man - Ethics Girl (IRE) Silvestre De Sousa J

O The 1997 Partnership and RHD

B Lawrence Wadey & Emma Berry

John Berry, Newmarket T

H K RACING SERVICES S

TIMEFORM VIEWBlinkered for1st time, creditable sixth of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (16.6f, 15/2) on return 20 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Ran well in this last yearwhen again taking a keen hold and big effort could be on the way under De Sousa. TFRHHHHH BHA53

9 BLENHEIM LAD (IRE) (86) 00500-6

4 9-1 (9)

Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Kashira Kieran O’Neill J

O Blythe Hill Racing 2

B Godolphin

Camilla Poulton, Lewes T

TIMEFORM VIEW First run since leaving Andrew Oliver when creditable sixth of 10 in handicap at Kempton (16f, 17/2) 86 days ago. Significantly up in trip. TFRHHHII BHA52 10

Br B m Night of Thunder (IRE) - Elevator Action (IRE) James Sullivan J

O Mr J. Gould Sarah Hollinshead, Upper Longdon T

B Peter & Hugh McCutcheon

TIMEFORM VIEW 28/1 and blinkers on for 1st time in this code, fourth of 7 in handicap at Southwell (16 5f) 13 days ago. Has work to do. TFRHHIII BHA44

11 BRICKADANK (IRE) (949) 060/00//-

Br B g Cape Cross (IRE) - Tralanza (IRE) Aiden Brookes (5) J

O A & S Associates Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Nanallac Stud Micky Hammond Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 7-runner handicap chase at Market Rasen (17.2f, soft, 17/2) 33 days ago. Been in good form over fences and well worth considering for yard that does well in these races. TFRHHHHI BHA38

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: GIOVANNI CHANGE (FR) 8 9 12 Jack Garritty 9-1 (Mark Walford) 10 ran Blinkers worn by No. 6, 10. Visor worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 11. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 8, 11. Record Time: 4mins 47.8secs; Median Time: 4mins 51.00secs

Stewards Note: NEY: Following its run on 21/3/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.

Probable S.P.’s: 9-2 Tarbat Ness (GB), 11-2 Ney (IRE), 6-1 Wannabe Brave (IRE), Brickadank (IRE), 8-1 Cold Henry (GB), 9-1 Show No Fear (IRE), 12-1 Blenheim Lad (IRE), 18-1 Alchemystique (IRE), 33-1 Gold Ring (GB), Quiet Thunder (IRE), 100-1 Lough Salt (IRE)

TARBAT NESS should have come on for his Wolverhampton return and is very interesting under Silvestre De Sousa. Brickadank has won his last two over fences and has to be respected. Ney and Wannabe Brave are also in the mix.

Into The SkyTheatre Group will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £30 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.

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

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Seventh Race 5.00 6f

THE CONSTANT SECURITY SERVICES FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)

for novice three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £7000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2987, 2nd £1493, 3rd £747, 4th £373. (Penalty Value £3780)

For conditions of this race, see page 43

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): R Fahey (31 wins from 236 runners, 13%) runs DEE’S GIRL

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K R Burke (5 wins from 40 runners, 12%) runs BEAUTY APPEAL

LONGEST TRAVELLER: MOSTAR DREAMS trained by I Jardine, Carrutherstown, 160 miles.

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

1 NAMMOS (GB) (115) 220/62-

Br Ch f Territories (IRE) - Doobahdeedoo (USA)

O BFP Racing

B Crimbourne Bloodstock Ltd

4 9-13 (1)

Cam Hardie J

Philip Kirby, Richmond T

Backforprofit S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair filly. Good second of 11 in handicap (11/1) at Southwell (6.1f). Off 115 days ahead of this debut for new yard but she may find one or two too good. TFRHHHII BHA72 2

Br B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Yaa Mous

O Sharp Hill Thoroughbreds

Billy Garritty J

Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Ellis Stud Partnership Micky Hammond Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW 66/1, won 8-runner maiden at Newcastle (7.1f) on debut 45 days ago, always holding on. The form looks decent (the second has won since) and she’s a live each-way player with improvement on the cards. TFRHHHHI BHA-

3 HEARTWARMER (GB) (135) 1- D

3 9-7 (9)

Br B f Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Heatwave Billy Loughnane J

O Miss K. Rausing George Boughey, Newmarket T

B Miss K. Rausing

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising type. Won 11-runner minor event at Newcastle (6f, 17/2) on debut in December Likely to progress with that run under his belt and a bold show is anticipated. TFRHHHHH BHA-

4 BEAUTY APPEAL (IRE) (172) 0- 3 9-2 (5)

Br B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - I Am Beautiful (IRE) Sam James J

O Mr Zhang Yuesheng K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Kilcarn Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. Ninth of 11 in maiden (9/2) at Newcastle (6f) on debut. Off 172 days and it’s easy enough to elsewhere. TFRHHIII BHA-

5 DEE’S GIRL (IRE) (-) 3 9-2 (4)

Br B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Zippy Rock (IRE) Oisin Orr J

O Mr David Lestrange Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Kilfeacle Stud Richard Fahey Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW €22,000 foal, £60,000 yearling. Half-sister to 3 winners, including useful 6f winner Zaman Jemil and 2-y-o 7f winner Pink Sunrise. Will be of interest if the market vibes are positive TFRHHHII BHA-

6 LORDSBRIDGE FLYER (GB) (188) 23- 3 9-2 (3)

Br Ch f Havana Grey - Bobby Vee Jonny Peate (3) J

O Mr Roger & Mrs Suzie Beadle Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket T

B Mr Roger & Mrs Suzie Beadle

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. 5/1, last of 3 in minor event at Leicester (6f, heavy).

Off 6 months and she will find easier opportunities than this. TFRHHHII BHA-

7 MAMBHA (IRE) (6) 60 3 9-2 (7)

Br B f Elzaam (AUS) - Mistress of Rome

Connor Beasley J

O Mr Dave Stone Michael Dods, Darlington T

B Johnstown Farm Horses Ltd STS Group Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. Eighth of 9 in minor event at Newcastle (5f, 150/1) 6 days ago.

Readily passed over. TFRHIIII BHA-

8 MOSTAR DREAMS (IRE) (-)

Br B f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Hope So (IRE)

O J Fyffe, A Edmondson & L McGurty

3 9-2 (2)

Andrew Mullen J

Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Mr B. O’Neill Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW €52,000 foal, 45,000 gns yearling. Half-sister to winner up to 6.5f Habshan andher Dam unraced half-sister to smart 7f-1 1/4m winner Hosier Will only be of interest on debut if notably strong in the betting. TFRHHIII BHA-

9 NOISY MUSIC (IRE) (102) 6-4

Br B f Showcasing - Music Show (IRE)

3 9-2 (8)

Shane Gray J

O Mr Jaber Abdullah Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. 16/1, fourth of 12 in minor event at Southwell (6.1f). Off 102 days and she’s probaby more one for handicaps in due course. TFRHHIII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: TELLUS 3 9 2 Jason Hart 7-2 (John Quinn) 7 ran

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

Probable S.P.’s: 7-4 Heartwarmer (GB), 11-2 Thursday’s Child (GB), 7-1 Nammos (GB), 15-2 Dee’s Girl (IRE), 8-1 Lordsbridge Flyer (GB), 12-1 Beauty Appeal (IRE), 22-1 Noisy Music (IRE), 25-1 Mostar Dreams (IRE), 100-1 Mambha (IRE)

HEARTWARMER and Thursday’s Child both looked promising when making winning debuts at Newcastle, particularly the former who put in good late work when landing a 6f novice at that track. George Boughey’s charge is taken to see off Thursday’s Child, with newcomer Dee’s Girl most interesting of the remainder

Mick Lee of Constant Security 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.

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.

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.

Eighth Race 5.30 5f 3y

THE CONSTANT SECURITY SERVING YORKSHIRE RACECOURSES

HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2890, 2nd £1446, 3rd £722, 4th £361, 5th £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80)

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Easterby (33 wins from 320 runners, 10%) runs HARDYANGEL and SHOWALONG

TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D O’Meara (4 wins from 38 runners, 11%) runs SOUND REASON

WEIGHTWATCHER: SOUND REASON won off a handicap mark of 81, his rating is now down 9lb to 72.

LONGEST TRAVELLERS: SPEEDACUS trained by J Butler, ALAFDHAL trained by P McEntee - both Newmarket, 147 miles.

2 SPEEDACUS (IRE) (9) 00-0000 D 5

Br Ch g Slade Power (IRE) - Jamboree Girl

O Bailey Burt Thoroughbred John Butler, Newmarket T

B W. T. Whittle TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 14 runs last year 50/1, last of 10 in handicap atYarmouth (5.2f, good to firm) 9 days ago. Every chance if back to best but there’s no real reason to anticipate a revival on this occasion. TFRHIIII BHA70

3 HUDDLE UP (IRE) (2) 3330-3R

Br Ch g Anjaal - Red Red Rose Connor Beasley J

O Harrowgate Bloodstock Ltd David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T B Mrs Anne Marie Burns Tote S

VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2021. 6/1, refused to race in handicap at Thirsk (6f, soft) 2 days ago. Good third on his reappearance at Doncaster prior to that and will be a danger to all if allowed to take his chance. TFRHHHHI BHA70

4 TRILBY (GB)

VIEW Career best when winning 10-runner handicap (9/2) at Catterick (6f, heavy) 19 days ago. 2lb nudge fair enough and he has to enter calculations. TFRHHHII BHA69

5 ALAFDHAL (IRE) (15)

Br Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Afdhaad Josephine Gordon J

O Mr Trevor Johnson Phil McEntee, Newmarket T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Kempton in February. Good second of 9 in handicap at Bath (5f, heavy, 16/1) 15 days ago. Clearly in good nick but his strike rate on turf is very modest (1-16). TFRHHHII BHA67

6 HERAKLES (IRE) (14) 00-1662

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Air of Mystery David Nolan J

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

B Mr Donal Boylan

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle in January 4/1, good second of 11 in handicap at the same course (5f) 14 days ago. Opposable back on turf. TFRHHHII BHA67

7 SHOWALONG (GB) (13) 5600-64 D 6 9-1 (6)

Br Ch g Showcasing - Muaamara

O Racing Knights & PTNR

B Lofts Hall Stud & Mrs C. R. Philipson

David Allan J

Tim Easterby, Malton T

Sound Safety Advice Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW 17/2, below form fourth of 13 in handicap at Thirsk (5f, heavy) 13 days ago. Down amother 2lb and he’s a live candidate with conditions no problem. TFRHHHHH BHA62

8 HARDY ANGEL (GB) (164) 510130- D

Br B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Cadeaux Power

O

Mr R Hardgrave & Partner

B Bearstone Stud

4 8-13 (9)

Duran Fentiman J

Tim Easterby, Malton T

Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (5f, 15/2) when last seen in November. Yard saddles a more appealing candidate in Showalong. TFRHHIII BHA60

9 BINGLEY CROCKER (IRE) (19) 40-0405

Br B g Bungle Inthejungle - Ellbeedee (IRE)

O Mr Conor Morris

B W. Maxwell Ervine

4 8-4 (8)

Cam Hardie J

Patrick Morris, Prescot T

TIMEFORM VIEW 80/1, fifth of 9 in handicap at Catterick (5f, heavy) 19 days ago. Can only be watched at present TFRHIIII BHA50

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: REIGNING PROFIT (IRE) 4 9 7 James Sullivan 7-1 (Ruth Carr) 10 ran Visor worn by No. 2.

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

Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 Trilby (GB), 9-2 Huddle Up (IRE), 5-1 Alafdhal (IRE), 11-2 Showalong (GB), 15-2 Sound Reason (GB), 8-1 Herakles (IRE), 11-1 Hardy Angel (GB), 40-1 Speedacus (IRE), 200-1 Bingley Crocker (IRE)

SHOWALONG is now 5lb lower than for his Nottingham success last spring and he has shown enough in 2 starts since returning to action last month to suggest that his turn could again be near Huddle Up will be a threat if reproducing form akin to his reappearance effort at Doncaster and he is next on the list ahead of Sound Reason and Trilby.

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

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

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.52 - THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS NEW IVECO 2024 MODEL YEAR EBF RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D)(EBF Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3610 to the winning horse The second to receive £1694, the third £846, the fourth £423 and the fifth £211. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, April 16th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th 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 D from Band C 2lb. 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 present a cash prize to the stable employee, judged by them, to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race All horses which are placed in the first six in an EBF Restricted Maiden or Novice race qualifier in 2024 will be qualified to run in either THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for fillies only) at Goodwood on 25 September, 2024, or THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for colts and geldings only) at York on 11 October, 2024. 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. 19 entries at £20. - Closed April 16th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2849; Second £1425; Third £712; Fourth £356; Fifth £178. (Penalty Value £3610.94) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

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Second Race 2.22 - THE OAP FREE DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3140 to the winning horse The second to receive £1473, the third £736, the fourth £368 and the fifth £183. for three yrs old only, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 66 and 67; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £15 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £3 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £12 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, afterApril 13th, 2024, for each race won 6lb. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 13 entries, 1 at £3 and 12 at £15. - Closed April 16th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2477; Second £1239; Third £619; Fourth £310; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS

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Third Race 2.52 - THE RIU HOTELS AND RESORTS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13915 to the winning horse

The second to receive £6525, the third £3264, the fourth £1630, the fifth £815 and the sixth £407. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 81-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102; such horses rated 80 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £70 stake if the horse is rated 81 or higher, or £14 stake if the horse is rated 80 or lower with £56 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 13th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. RIU HOTELS AND RESORTS 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 £70. - Closed April 16th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10970; Second £5486; Third £2743; Fourth £1372; Fifth £686; Sixth £343. (Penalty Value £13915.80) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

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Fourth Race 3.22 - THE BOWEL CANCER SCREENING PROGRAMME SAVE LIVES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV I) 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 fouryrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £25 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £20 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 13th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 13 entries at £25. - Closed April 16th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS

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Fifth Race 3.55 - THE BOWEL CANCER SCREENING PROGRAMME SAVE LIVES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV II) 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 fouryrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £25 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £20 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 13th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 13 entries at £25. - Closed April 16th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS

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Sixth Race 4.25 - THE INTO THE SKY PONTEFRACT MARATHON HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (Round 2 of the Pontefract Stayers’ Championship 2023) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3140 to the winning horse The second to receive £1473, the third £736, the fourth £368 and the fifth £183. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £15 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £3 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £12 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 4-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 4-y-o 9st 6lb Penalties, after April 13th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. INTO THE SKY THEATRE COMPANY 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 This race is one of a series of eight stayers’ races run at Pontefract in 2024. Points will be allocated according to the result of each race in the series and the owner, trainer and stable registered on October 21st, 2024, of the horse collecting the most points will each receive a memento and an additional prize of £1500. 12 entries at £15. - Closed April 16th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2477; Second £1239; Third £619; Fourth £310; Fifth £155. (PenaltyValue £3140.40) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

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Seventh Race 5.00 - THE CONSTANT SECURITY SERVICES FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3780 to the winning horse The second to receive £1774, the third £887 and the fourth £443. for novice three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, April 16th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 20th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 2lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 13lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 5lb For each other race won 7lb (Where appropriate, median auction and auction Novice or Maiden races will carry the same penalty as Restricted races) (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). CONSTANT SECURITY SERVICES have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner 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 13 entries at £20. - Closed April 16th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2987; Second £1493; Third £747; Fourth £373. (Penalty Value £3780) SS

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Eighth Race 5.30 - THE CONSTANT SECURITY SERVING YORKSHIRE RACECOURSES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 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. April 20th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, afterApril 13th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. CONSTANT SECURITY SERVICES have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner 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. 15 entries at £20. - Closed April 16th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446;Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS

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