Pontefract Racecard - Wednesday 1st May

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WEDNESDAY 1ST MAY

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CHIEF STEWARD MICHAEL EYRE

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PONTEFRACT RACES are run byTHE PONTEFRACT PARK RACE COMPANY

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Race 1 1.10 5f

1 Atherstone Warrior (IRE) 9-7

2 Rock Hunter (GB) 9-7

3 Sex On Fire (IRE) 9-7

4 Tanager (GB) 9-7

5 Diligently (GB) 9-4

6 Enchanting Empress (GB) 9-2

Race 2 1.40 1m

1 Docklands (GB) 9-5

2 Epictetus (IRE) 9-5

3 Kingdom Come (IRE) 9-5

4 Maljoom (IRE) 9-5

5 Quddwah (GB) 9-5

Race 3 2.15 1m 7f 209y

1 Trueshan (FR) 9-11

2 Caius Chorister (FR) 9-4

3 Coltrane (IRE) 9-4

4 Quickthorn (GB) 9-4

5 Sweet William (IRE) 9-4

ASCOT

Race 4 2.50 6f

1 Blue Prince (IRE) 9-3

2 El Bodon (IRE) 9-3

3 Inishfallen (IRE) 9-3

4 Jakajaro (IRE) 9-3

5 Jasour (GB) 9-3

6 Malc (GB) 9-3

7 Purosangue (GB) 9-3

8 Rosario (IRE) 9-3

9 Starlust (GB) 9-3

10 Adaay In Devon (GB) 9-0

11 Got To Love A Grey (GB) 9-0

Race 5 3.25 5f

1 Glamorous Breeze (GB) 9-11

2 Burning Cash (IRE) 9-9

3 Watchya (GB) 9-8

4 Celsius (IRE) 9-6

5 Buccabay (IRE) 9-6

6 Woolhampton (IRE) 9-6

7 Moulin Booj (IRE) 9-4

8 Mister Bluebird (GB) 9-4

9 Almaty Star (IRE) 9-2

Race 6 4.00 5f

1 Jumbeau (GB) 9-9

2 Isle of Lismore (IRE) 9-9

3 Lil Guff (GB) 9-8

4 Change Sings (IRE) 9-6

5 Fair Wind (GB) 9-6 6 Thunder Star (GB) 9-4 7 Brave Nation (IRE) 9-4

8 Kuwait City (IRE) 9-3 9 Juicy (GB) 9-2

Race 7 4.35 7f 213y

1 Aquacell (IRE) 9-8

2 Chorus (GB) 9-2

3 Climate Action (GB) 9-2

4 Madame de Sevigne (IRE) 9-2

5 Diamond Rain (GB) 8-13

6 Echo Lima (GB) 8-13

7 Fayqa (GB) 8-13

8 Shaha (IRE) 8-13

Race 8 5.10 1m

1 Vultar (IRE) 10-0

2 Canoodled (IRE) 9-12

3 Bluelight Bay (IRE) 9-11

4 Assessment (GB) 9-10

5 Lyndon B (IRE) 9-7

6 Two Tempting (IRE) 9-7

7 Repertoire (GB) 9-6

8 Roarin’ Success (GB) 9-2

9 One Step Beyond (IRE) 8-11

Never beaten by SP

1 Baltic Bird 12-0

Dark Note 12-0 3 Final Orders 12-0 4 Napper Tandy 12-0 5 The Other Mozzie 12-0 6 American Money 11-13 7 Striking 11-13 8 Ballywilliam Boy 11-12 9 Heliko Conti 11-10 10 Joyau De Thaix 11-10 11 Luminous Light 11-9

Maroto 11-8

Champella 11-7

Mighty Jeremy 11-6

Park Of Kings 11-6

West Away 11-6

Harsh 11-5 24 Knockanore 11-5 25 Walk Away Harry 11-5 26 Elusive Prince 11-4 27 A Great View 11-4 28 Themanintheboots 11-4 Race 2 3.05 2M 3F 1 Answer To Kayf 11-12

Bamboo 11-6

11-4

My Gaffer 11-4

Drumgill 10-13

Mont Beuvray 10-13

On Lovers Walk 10-13

12 Purse Price 10-11 13 Theflyingbee 10-11 14 Confidential Gosip 10-8 15 Mi Lucky Cailin 10-8

16 Ivy Hall 10-6

17 Our Girl Sal 10-6

PUNCHESTOWN

Race 3 3.40 2M 3F

1 Antrim Coast 11-12

2 Barry Lyndon 11-12

3 Binge Worthy 11-12

4 Cleatus Poolaw 11-12

5 Don Chalant 11-12

6 East India Express11-12

7 Freemans Bay 11-12

8 Gorgeous Tom 11-12

9 Mistergif 11-12

10 No Flies On Him 11-12

11 Sempo 11-12

12 Tag Man 11-12

13 Beau Walking 11-6

14 Zulu Mike 11-6

15 Lady Bluebird 11-5

16 Real Empire 11-0

Race 4 4.15 3M

1 An Tobar 11-10

2 Backmersackme 11-10

3 Better Days Ahead 11-10

4 Dancing City 11-10

5 High Class Hero 11-10

6 Lecky Watson 11-10

7 Stellar Story 11-10

8 Cuta Des As 11-3

Race 5 4.50 2M 1F

1 Argento Boy 12-0

2 Harbour Highway 12-0

3 Jasmin De Vaux 12-0

4 My Great Mate 12-0

5 Redemption Day 12-0

6 Romeo Coolio 12-0

7 Sounds Victorius 12-0

8 The Yellow Clay 12-0

9 William Munny 12-0

10 You Oughta Know 12-0

11 Shuttle Diplomacy 11-8

12 Switch From Diesel 11-7

Race 6 5.25 3M 1F

1 Appreciate It 11-10

2 Capodanno 11-10

3 Conflated 11-10

4 Corach Rambler 11-10

5 Fastorslow 11-10

6 Galopin Des Champs 11-10

7 Gentlemansgame 11-10

8 Hewick 11-10

9 Journey With Me 11-10

Race 7 6.00 2M 4F

1 James Du Berlais 11-12

2 Authorized Art 11-11

3 Idas Boy 11-9

4 Adamantly Chosen 11-8

5 Seddon11-8

6 Jetoile 11-5

7 Indiana Jones 11-4

8 The Goffer 11-3

9 Embittered 11-1

10 Watch House Cross 10-11

11 Brideswell Lad 10-10

12 Hereditary Rule 10-9

13 Bill Baxter 10-6

14 Lets Go Champ 10-5

15 Must Be Obeyed 10-3

16 Aarons Day 10-0

17 Union Park 10-0

Race 8 6.35 2M 1F

1 Air Of Entitlement 11-11

2 Aurora Vega 11-11

3 Familiar Dreams 11-11

4 Femme Magnifique 11-11

5 Fleur Au Fusil 11-11

6 Ma Belle Etoile 11-11

7 Magic McColgan 11-11

8 Mozzies Sister 11-11

9 Neon Diamond 11-11

10 Queens Melody 11-11

11 Roedora 11-11

12 Sharp Object 11-11

13 Speculatrix 11-11

14 Thisistheway 11-11

THE GO RACING IN YORKSHIRE FUTURE STARS APPRENTICE SERIES 2024

Supported By

The series is an initiative for apprentice riders and incorporates a race at each of Yorkshire’s nine racecourses throughout the season. Points are awarded to riders finishing in the first six in each race, as follows:

1st - 18 points; 2nd – 9 points; 3rd – 6 points; 4th – 3 points; 5th – 2 points; 6th – 1 point.

The next race in the series is WETHERBY - 11th JUNE

First Place

SEAN DYLAN BOWEN 19 points

First Place JOE LEAVY 19 points

Third Place SAM FEILDEN 18 points

PREVIOUS WINNERS 2023 - ELLE-MAY CROOT, 2022 - RYAN SEXTON, 2021 - OISIN McSWEENEY, 2020 - CANCELLED, 2019 - KIERAN SCHOFIELD, 2018 - KIERAN SCHOFIELD, 2017 - CALLUM RODRIGUEZ, 2016 - ROWAN SCOTT, 2015 - JOSH DOYLE, 2014 - MEGAN CARBERRY, 2013 - GARY MAHON

First Race 2.05

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RACING IN YORKSHIRE FUTURE STARS APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

(Yorkshire Future Stars Apprentice Series Round 3)

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)

For conditions of this race, see page 43

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): K R Burke (20 wins from 109 runners, 18%) runs EXALTED ANGEL TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K R Burke (13 wins from 47 runners, 28%) runs EXALTED ANGEL LONGEST TRAVELLER: PRINCESS KARINE trained by B Smart, Hambleton, 87 miles

1 EXALTED ANGEL (FR) (25) 6-03653 D

Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Hurryupharriet (IRE) Brandon Wilkie (3) J

O Pau-Perth Partnership & Mrs E Burke

K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Tirnaskea Stud KB Spigot Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty eight runs since his last success in 2021 but eased in weights this year and he ran creditablywhen third of 12 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 25 days ago. Has a lowerturf mark towork from if he can build on that and hisyard continue in excellent form. TFRHHHII BHA78

2 PRINCESS KARINE (GB) (49) 62140-4 D 5 9-8 (2)

Br B m Aclaim (IRE) - Hakuraa (IRE) William Pyle J

O Mr N. Derbyshire & Partner Bryan Smart, Hambleton T

B Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEWWon twice lastyearwith give underfoot and solid return to actionwhen fourth of9 in handicap at Newcastle (5f, 28/1) 49 days ago, weakening only late on. Should be sharperwith that run under her belt and possibilities from 1lb lower mark. TFRHHHHI BHA77

3 WESTMORIAN (GB) (10) 312245 D

Br B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Inca Trail (USA)

O Miss Marjorie A. Thompson

5 9-6 (3)

Sam Feilden (3) J

Grant Tuer, Northallerton T

B J. Carrington & Richmond Bloodstock Herbs Unlimited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle (6f) in March and run with credit next 3 starts on AW Bit below form fifth of 12 in handicap (15/2) at Musselburgh (5f) 10 days ago and he still needs to confirm his effectiveness on ground softer than good. TFRHHHII BHA75 (-1)

4 IMPRESSOR (IRE) (11) 3123-53 D

Br B g Footstepsinthesand - Little Empress (IRE)

O Mr J Toes & Mr J O’Loan

7 9-3 (5)

Archie Young (3) J

Phillip Makin, Leyburn T

B Cottage Bloodstock Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a productive 2023, gaining a fourth success of the campaign at Hamilton (6f) in August. Better for his return when third of 13 in handicap at Thirsk (6f) 11 days ago and with his rider taking off a handy 3lb, he’s of firm interest here. TFRHHHHH BHA72

5 MERSEA (FR) (11) 06-6210 D BF

Br B f Born To Sea (IRE) - Bolga Bere (FR)

O Nick Bradley Racing 19 and partner

4 9-2 (1)

Zak Wheatley J

Grant Tuer, Northallerton T

B E.A.R.L. Haras de Saint-Vincent & E.A.R. Indication Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed positive signs from Catterick when running out a gutsy winner at Southwell (5f) 2 starts back but folded tamely when twelfth of 13 in handicap (4/1) at Thirsk (6f, heavy) 11 days ago. Needs to shrug that off turned out quickly TFRHHHII BHA71

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

Record Time: 1min 0.49secs

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 Exalted Angel (FR), 4-1 Princess Karine (GB), Impressor (IRE), 9-2 Westmorian (GB), 5-1 Mersea (FR)

It could be worth siding with IMPRESSOR, who stepped forward from his comeback run when third over further at Thirsk 11 days ago and he’s now just 1lb above his last winning mark. Princess Karine and Exalted Angel are others to consider TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.IMPRESSOR (IRE) 2.PRINCESS KARINE 3.EXALTED ANGEL (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

Peter Barker, Go Racing in Yorkshire Season Ticket Holder 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.

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.

Second Race 2.40

THENORTHERNCOMMERCIALSNEWBUYFROMSTOCKEBF RESTRICTEDMAIDENSTAKES(CLASS4)

(forhorsesinBandsB,CandD)(EBFQualifier)(GBBRACE)

for maiden two yrs old x Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3840, 2nd £1920, 3rd £960, 4th £480. (Penalty Value £4860)

For conditions of this race, see page 43

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Easterby (33 wins from 327 runners, 10%) runs DOUBLE PARKED TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): K R Burke (13 wins from 47 runners, 28%) runs INVINCIBLE ANNICE LONGEST TRAVELLER: INVINCIBLE ANNICE trained by K R Burke, Leyburn, 60 miles

1 FRANCISCO’S PIECE (GB) (-)

Br B c Mayson - Josefa Goya

O Keatley Racing Owners Group & D Moore

9-7 (4)

Paul Mulrennan J

Adrian Keatley, Malton T

B Lord Margadale Keatley Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW 44,000 gns foal, 58,000 gns yearling, Mayson colt. Half-brother to several winners, including useful winner up to 6f Windstormblack and 1m winnerAzahara Palace. Early sort who makes appeal on paper and he’s worth a look.

2 DOUBLE PARKED (IRE) (-) (2lb)

Br B or Br c Bated Breath - Coppa d’Oro

O Linkenholt Racing Two & Partner

B Al Shira’aa Farms S.A.R.L.

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9-5 (2)

David Allan J

Tim Easterby, Malton T

Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bated Breath colt. Dam, ran a few times in France, half-sister to winner up to 6f (including Gimcrack Stakes) Blaine and winner up to 1m Byline (both smart).Yard’s juveniles usually better for the run but early sort and wouldn’t put a line through.

3 SOLAR BIRICZ (IRE) (-) (2lb)

Br Ch c Mehmas (IRE) - Lightning Mark (IRE)

O UK Farming Renewable Energy

TFRHHHII BHA-

9-5 (5)

Billy Garritty J

Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Declan Lyons UK Farming Renewable Energy, UK Farming Renewables S

TIMEFORM VIEW €31,000 foal, £30,000 yearling, Mehmas colt. Closely related to 2-y-o 6f winner Anfaal. Handful of yard’s juvenile runners this year haven’t fired. TFRHHHII BHA-

4 INCONSPICUOUS (IRE) (-) (4lb)

9-3 (6)

Br B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Bishop’s Lake Cam Hardie J

O SYPS (UK) Ltd & Ollie Pears Ollie Pears, Malton T

B Jack Foley Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW €15,000 yearling, Inns of Court gelding. Half-brother to numerous winners, including smart 9f/1 1/4m winner Euphrasia and useful 2-y-o 5f winner Langavat. Dam 2-y-o 6f winner TFRHHHII BHA-

5 INVINCIBLE ANNICE (IRE) (-)

Br B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Mokhtarah (IRE)

O Nick Bradley Racing 5 & E Burke

9-2 (7)

Clifford Lee J

K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Saoirse Trading & Irish National Stud Indication Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW 25,000 gns foal, 50,000 gns yearling, Invincible Spirit filly from the family of top-class 5.5f-7f performer Muhaarar (won British Champions Sprint Stakes/July Cup) Yard’s 2-y-os flying and obvious appeal on paper TFRHHHHH BHA-

6 BEAUJOLAIS NOUVEAU (GB) (-) (4lb)

8-12 (1)

Br Ch f Twilight Son - Lady Lekki (IRE) Andrew Breslin (3) J

O MPS Racing Ltd & Ben Haslam Ben Haslam, Middleham T

B Daniel Shapiro

TIMEFORM VIEW £18,000 yearling, Twilight Son filly Half-sister to winner up to 8.4f On The River (dual winner here) and 6f-7f winner Purple Martini. Dam 1m/9f winner who stayed 1 3/4m. TFRHHHII BHA-

7 MORNING ANGEL (GB) (-) (4lb) 8-12 (3)

Br B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Genuinely Crowded (IRE) Andrew Mullen J

O Ms M. Austerfield

B Harry Bocker

Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T

Mark Walford Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW 8,000 gns yearling, Harry Angel filly Dam maiden (stayed 1 1/2m), half-sister to useful winner up to 1m Get Knotted. TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Record Time: 1min 1.1secs

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P.’s: 9-4 Invincible Annice (IRE), 4-1 Francisco’s Piece (GB), 11-2 Solar Biricz (IRE), 13-2 Double Parked (IRE), 10-1 Inconspicuous (IRE), 12-1 Beaujolais Nouveau (GB), 16-1 Morning Angel (GB)

No form to go on and the betting might be informative but it’s easy to start with Karl Burke’s well-bred INVINCIBLE ANNICE with the yard having had 2 winners and 6 placed horses from their last 8 juvenile newcomers. Francisco’s Piece and Double Parked are a couple of others who make appeal on paper.

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.

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

ABANDONMENT - TICKETS & REFUNDS

IN THE EVENT of racing being ABANDONED after the third race has been run, NO REFUNDS WILL BE MADE in respect of admission charges, NOR WILLANYABANDONMENTTICKETS ISSUED BE VALID

RECORD TIMES

CURRENT STANDINGS

The below tables are the leaderboards in the race to be Leading Jockey and Trainer at Pontefract this season.

There are eight others jockeys tied on one win: Clifford Lee, William Pyle, Danny Tudhope, Sam James, Pierre-Louis Jamin, Cam Hardie, Billy Garritty and Josephine Gordon.

LEADING JOCKEY 2024 LEADING TRAINER 2024

There are seven others trainers tied on one win: Michael Dods, Simon & Ed Crisford, Gemma Tutty, Karl Burke, Harriet Bethell, Ben Haslam and Phil McEntee.

Annual Badge Holders

SINGLE: £220

JOINT: £305

(joint for persons living at the same address) - 16 RACEDAYS AT PONTEFRACT PLUS FREE EXCHANGE DAYS ATA NUMBER OF RACECOURSES ACROSS THE COUNTRY AS WELL AS SELECTED YORKSHIRE COUNTY CRICKET MATCHES - DISCOUNTS ON THE PARK SUITE RESTAURANT EVERY RACEDAY - SUBJECTTO AVAILABILITY

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- EXCHANGE DATE WITH CASTLEFORD TIGERS (FRIDAY 26TH APRIL)

Third Race 3.15

THE NATIONAL HORSERACING COLLEGE HANDICAP STAKES

(CLASS 5)

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

For conditions of this race, see page 43

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Easterby (33 wins from 327 runners, 10%) runs JEWEL MAKER TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Dr R Newland & J Insole (6 wins from 19 runners, 32%) runs SIMPSON’S PARADOX

LONGESTTRAVELLER: SIMPSON’S PARADOX trained by Dr R Newland & J Ins, Droitwich, 127 miles

1 SIMPSON’S PARADOX (IRE) (16) 22051-0 4 9-11 (1)

Br B g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Alpha Lupi (IRE) Rowan Scott J

O Mr Scott Turner Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T

B Niarchos Family Coulthursts Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Killarney maiden winner in the mud final start forJessica Harrington in September. Sold 15,000 gns and well held making handicap debut on return for new yard at Windsor 16 days ago. Blinkers (worn for the win) back on. TFR

2 CHANTICO (GB) (24) 000442 D 5 9-11 (7)

Br B g Kingman - Deuce Again Callum Rodriguez J

O Keatley Racing Owners Group & D Moore

Adrian Keatley, Malton T

B Meon Valley Stud Keatley Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fine effort with equipment reapplied (including first-time tongue strap) back over this trip at Bath last month, beaten only late on. Up 3lb and can give another good account (ran well in decent maiden here on debut). TFRHHHHI BHA74

3 BEARWITH (GB) (22) 1401-21 D

6 9-7 (2)

Br Gr g Brazen Beau (AUS) - Baylini Cam Hardie J

O The Rise One Partnership Harriet Bethell, Arnold T

B Jacqueline Doyle Beverley Racecourse S

TIMEFORM VIEWConsistent at this trip, runningwell in useful Newcastle handicap on return and building on thatwhen scoring at Southwell (11f) 3weeks ago despite reverting back to his slow-starting ways Obvious claims off lower turf mark if not getting too far back. TFRHHHHH BHA70

4 BUSHFIRE (GB) (13) 1050-30 D 5 9-5 (8)

Br Ch g Australia - Aflame

Connor Beasley J

O Grange Park Racing VII Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored twice last summer and returned with a creditable effort over C&D under this rider Not so good at Ripon since but shouldn’t stay down for long. TFRHHHII BHA68

5 FLYING SCOTSMAN (IRE) (29) 0600-05

Br B g Galileo (IRE) - Iveagh Gardens (IRE)

9-1 (6)

Paul Mulrennan J

O Mr John P. McManus Ben Haslam, Middleham T

B Mrs Noreen McManus

TIMEFORM VIEWWinning Flat handicapper/hurdlerin Ireland. Big prices andyet to trouble the judge forthisyard (including overC&D latest) but now lurks on a very low mark with cheekpieces refitted. Market move would be interesting. TFRHHHII BHA64

6 GISELLES DEFENCE (IRE) (11) 40334-2

9-1 (4)

Br B g National Defense - Cotton Camera (IRE) Cieren Fallon J

O Crown Racing Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Oghill House Stud Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed inAW handicaps at Dundalk at the end of 2023 and went close from this lower turf mark on first outing since leaving Gavin Cromwell after 4 months off at Nottingham recently. Respected. TFRHHHII BHA64

7 JEWEL MAKER (IRE) (164) 000416- D

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

O Reality Partnerships I

B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd

9 9-1 (5)

Sean Kirrane J

Tim Easterby, Malton T

Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner over this trip last season off 2lb lower mark. Suspect he’ll come on for this. TFRHHHII BHA64

8 LODDON (GB) (6) 6204-53

Br Ch f Sea The Moon (GER) - Wylye

4 9-0 (3)

Joanna Mason J

O R M & T Holdings Limited Sara Ender, Malton T

B Mrs James Wigan

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who ran creditably in first-time tongue strap after 3 months off at Beverley (10f) under this rider last week. Bit more needed to open her account. TFRHHHII BHA63 (-1)

9 FIFTYSHADESARESDEV (FR) (9) 5500/0-3 5 9-0 (9)

Br Gr g Johnny Barnes (IRE) - Tina Nova (FR)

O Resdev

B EARL Mell

Billy Garritty J

Micky Hammond, Middleham T

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden handicapper on the Flat who went close over 1m here back from 9 months off last week. On a career-low mark and a return to the pick of his 3-y-o form would be enough to see him take a race like this if staying. TFRHHHII BHA63

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Blinkers worn by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5.

Record Time: 2mins 8.2secs

Stewards Note:

SIMPSON’S PARADOX: Following its run on 15/4/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

BUSHFIRE: Following its run on 18/4/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.

JEWEL MAKER: Following its run on 19/11/2023 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.

FIFTYSHADESARESDEV: Following its run on 22/4/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe

Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 Bearwith (GB), 5-1 Chantico (GB), 11-2 Giselles Defence (IRE), 13-2 Fiftyshadesaresdev (FR), 12-1 Flying Scotsman (IRE), 14-1 Bushfire (GB), Loddon (GB), 20-1 Simpson’s Paradox (IRE), 25-1 Jewel Maker (IRE)

BEARWITH might not get away with a very slow start around here but he’s undoubtedly on a good turf mark judged on his AW form (successful again at Southwell 3 weeks ago) and has to be the call. Chantico and Giselles Defence are a couple of the other likely players

Gerry Sutcliffe, Chairman of the National Horseracing College will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £40 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.

You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet

If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted

Fourth Race 3.50

THE NARS SUPPORTS THE NHC HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (PenaltyValue £5234)Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 oftheWeights and Handicapping Code compliedwithwhere applicable.

For conditions of this race, see page 43

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Easterby (33 wins from 327 runners, 10%) runs GARDEN OASIS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D O’Meara (6 wins from 52 runners, 12%) runs DORA MILAJE

WEIGHTWATCHER: GARDEN OASIS won off a handicap mark of 77, his rating is now down 7lb to 70. LONGEST TRAVELLER: PEARL EYE trained by D Holland, Newmarket, 147 miles.

1 DORA MILAJE (IRE) (305) 1/13- CD 4 9-9 (4)

Br B f Mondialiste (IRE) - Barefoot Contessa (FR)

O Geoff & Sandra Turnbull

Daniel Tudhope J

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Elwick Stud Elwick Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner on sole start at 2 yrs and improved to defy a penalty on return at Thirsk (1m) last June. Progressed again despite losing unbeaten record when third on handicap debut at Newmarket (1m) a month laterandwhilst absent since, possible she can do betterstill.

2 ARKENDALE (GB) (23) 50130-6 D

4 9-9 (7)

Br Br g Pivotal - Paris Rooftops (IRE) Callum Rodriguez J

O John Carrick And Partner Edward Bethell, Middleham T

B Branton Court Stud Tattersalls S

TIMEFORM VIEWThirsk novicewinner(at 1m) on final start forEdWalkerwho ranwell on first of2 starts forcurrentyard thereafterlast summer Entitled to be sharper for last month’s Newcastle reappearance and underfoot conditions very much in his favour here. TFRHHHII BHA84

3

PEARL

EYE (GB) (127) 112544- D

4 9-8 (3)

Br B c Expert Eye - Treat Gently Jason Watson J

O Mr R. Nugent Darryll Holland, Newmarket T

B Andrew Davis

TIMEFORM VIEW Tasted success 4 times on turf at up to 8.5f last year and creditable efforts from marks in the mid 80’s thereafter Needs to pull out a little more but he’s a likeable sort and not ruled out returning from 127 days off TFRHHHII BHA83

4 ON THE RIVER (GB) (9) 5460-51 CD 5 9-6 (in 5lb ex)(5)

Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Lady Lekki (IRE) Cam Hardie J

O Mr W. A. Bethell Harriet Bethell, Arnold T

B Daniel Shapiro Beverley Racecourse S

TIMEFORM VIEW Had dipped below last winning mark and showed benefit of his reappearance when running out a ready winner over C&D 9 days ago. Held his form particularly well during first half of last term and big shout under a penalty TFRHHHHH BHA76 (+6)

5 STATELY HOME (IRE) (16) 001044 CD BF 7 9-1 (2)

Br Gr g Clodovil (IRE) - Lady Spangles (IRE) Clifford Lee J

O Mr Gary Allsopp Shaun Lycett, Moreton-in-Marsh T

B Rathasker Stud Allsopp & Allsopp S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win at Kempton in January Creditable fourth of 12 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, good, 9/2) 16 days ago, well positioned. This mark is certainly not beyond him. TFRHHHII BHA76

6 GARDEN OASIS (GB) (223) 400050- CD

8-9 (1)

Br B g Excelebration (IRE) - Queen Arabella Duran Fentiman J

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

B Meon Valley Stud Electrical Discount UK S

TIMEFORM VIEWC&Dwinnerwho returned towinningways atAyr(1m) inJune. Ended last season belowbest though, onlyseventh of12 in handicap at this C&D (good to soft, 18/1) in September. Has often needed a run to put him spot on.

HHIII BHA70

7 DO I DREAM (IRE) (9) 60-4211 CD 5 8-9 (in 5lb ex) (6)

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 VIEWThrivingmarewhoranoutanarrowwinneratRiponandrepeatedthefeatundertoday’sriderwhenbaggingaC&Dhandicap9daysago, produced to lead well inside final 1f More on her plate under a penalty but not discounted in this groove

TFRHHHHI BHA65

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 6.

Record Time: 1min 40.6secs

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P.’s: 5-2 On The River (GB), 4-1 Do I Dream (IRE), 5-1 Dora Milaje (IRE), 6-1 Stately Home (IRE), 8-1 Arkendale (GB), 12-1 Pearl Eye (GB), 18-1 Garden Oasis (GB)

ON THE RIVER showed the benefit of his comeback run when running out a ready winner over C&D 9 days ago and a 5lb penalty won’t prevent another bold bid on that evidence. Do I Dream, also successful here that day is thriving herself and feared, with Arkendale and the returning Dora Milaje others to consider

George McGrath, Chief Executive of The National Association of Racing Staff will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race. A cash prize of £40 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this

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

If you have concerns about the integrity of British racing or the wellbeing of the sport’s participants, human or equine, please contact RaceWISE. Anonymous reporting.

Fifth Race 4.25

THESIRPETERO’SULLEVANCHARITABLETRUSTSUPPORTSNHC HANDICAPSTAKES (CLASS5)

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

For conditions of this race, see page 43

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D O’Meara (22 wins from 143 runners, 15%) runs PALS BATTALION TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D O’Meara (6 wins from 52 runners, 12%) runs PALS BATTALION LONGEST TRAVELLER: JONNY CONCRETE trained by I Jardine, Carrutherstown, 160 miles

1 PALS BATTALION (IRE) (218) 631- 9-9 (4)

Br Br g Invincible Army (IRE) - Princesse Savoie

O Middleham Park Racing CIX

Daniel Tudhope J

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Michael O’Mahony Tattersalls S

TIMEFORM VIEWTook anotherstep forwardwhenwinning 12-runnernovice at Beverley(5f, heavy, 7/2)when last seen in September.That form isn’t great but could be the type to do better again at 3 yrs upped to 6f having been gelded.

2 JONNY CONCRETE (IRE) (207) 200-

9-8 (5)

Br B g Oasis Dream - Hot Sauce (IRE) Andrew Mullen J

O Mr Ian Jones Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Highfort Stud & Mrs Olivia Hoare Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Narrowly denied in 6f Hamilton maiden on debut last summer but didn’t progress in 2 runs after. Gelded ahead of return/handicap debut. TFRHHHII BHA75

3 MART (GB) (13) 31-5222 D BF

9-5 (3)

Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Adorn Jason Watson J

O Quest Thoroughbreds

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Dylan Cunha, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 10 runs last year 9/4, another fine effort when creditable second of 5 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f) 13 days ago, slowly away Well handicapped if carrying on the good work back on turf TFRHHHHH BHA72

4 MARIE ELLEN (IRE) (9) 2556-0

Br B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Heroine Chic (IRE)

9-4 (1)

Brandon Wilkie (5) J

O Nick Bradley Racing 30 & Partner Marco Botti, Newmarket T

B Alexander Bloodstock Tattersalls S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Off 5 months, ninth of 11 in handicap at Windsor (6f, good to firm, 12/1) 9 days ago. Needs to improve TFRHHHII BHA71 (-3)

5 DUBAI HILLS (GB) (22) 400-325

9-4 (2)

Br B g Adaay (IRE) - Israfel Jason Hart J

O D MacAuliffe, A Don & D De Souza Amy Murphy, Newmarket T

B Exors of the Late Mrs L. Peacock Class 1 Personnel, Amy Murphy Racing Ltd S TIMEFORM VIEW 11/1, respectable fifth of 9 in handicap at Thirsk (7f, heavy) 22 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA71

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Blinkers worn by No 5. Running for the first time since Gelding No 1, 2. Record Time: 1min 12.6secs

Probable S.P.’s: 6-4 Mart (GB), 2-1 Pals Battalion (IRE), 17-2 Jonny Concrete (IRE), 9-1 Dubai Hills (GB), 12-1 Marie Ellen (IRE) PLAY SMARTER

MART is on a good mark if he can keep up his form back on turf and has to be the call. Pals Battalion is the type to do better again this year now handicapping and is the clear danger

Colonel Stephen Padgett OBE, Chief Executive of the National Horseracing College will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race

A cash prize of £40 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.

The Sir Peter O’Sullevan

Charitable

Trust support the National Horseracing College.

Sixth Race 5.00

THEFLEETFINDERSSUPPORTSTHENATIONALHORSERACINGCOLLEGEEBF MAIDENSTAKES(CLASS5) (GBBRACE)

for maiden three yrs old and upwards 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

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LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): A Watson (10 wins from 37 runners, 27%) runs OPERATE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): S P C Woods (1 win from 3 runners, 33%) runs SAVVY EXCHANGE LONGEST TRAVELLER: OPERATE trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, 177 miles.

1 BOLTON (GB) (845) 6 10-2 (4)

Br Ch g Eagle Top - Another Paris Phil Dennis J

O Mr J. D. Spensley & Mrs M. A. Spensley Tristan Davidson, Carlisle T

B Mr J. D. Spensley & Mrs M. A. Spensley Jewson Limited, AKV Group Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumper winner for Rebecca Menzies in 2021/22. Huge absence to overcome but is a half-brother to Another Lincolnday who was a winner here. Wouldn’t completely dismiss. TFRHHHII BHA-

2 ALENTEJO (IRE) (257) 6- 3 9-3 (6)

2

Br B g Waldgeist - Alors Quoi (IRE) J

O M M Stables William Haggas, Newmarket T

B Duncroi Farm Ltd Tote S

NON-RUNNER

TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER. TFRIIIII BHA-

3 CONDOR PASA (GB) (63) 33 BF

3 9-3 (1)

Br Ch g Siyouni (FR) - Waldnah Jack Mitchell J

O Newsells Park Stud - Waldmark Syndicate Roger Varian, Newmarket T

B Newsells Park Stud Newsells Park Stud Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising start in 1m Kempton novices earlier this year Gelded since last seen and remains with potential. Obvious claims if he takes to turf TFRHHHHI BHA-

4 OPERATE (IRE) (23) 432 3 9-3 (2)

Br B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Louarn (IRE) Joshua Bryan J

O Mr Saeed Bin Mohammed Al Qassimi Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T

B Rathbarry Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Steady progress in AW maiden/novice events, again making the running when second at Lingfield 3 weeks ago. Must prove himself on turf but surely has races in him. TFRHHHII BHA81

5 SAVVY EXCHANGE (IRE) (181) 2- 3 9-3 (3)

Br B c Profitable (IRE) - Choc U Zel Nell (IRE)

Daniel Tudhope J

O Mr Julian Hui S. P. C. Woods, Newmarket T

B Mrs Eithne Hamilton Brook Stud Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWMade a promising start when sent off favourite for 7.2f newcomers’ maiden at Wolverhampton in November, every chance 1f out and keeping on. That form looks solid. Stiffer test switched to turf should suit and he can improve TFRHHHHH BHA-

6 PACK ICE (IRE) (-)

(5)

Br Br f Postponed (IRE) - Patuca Cam Hardie J

O A Kavanagh & M Downey Ollie Pears, Malton T

B M. Downey & Kildaragh Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Postponed filly Half-sister to several winners, including smart 1 1/4m-11f winner Victory Chime and 9f-11f winner Pontchateau. Doesn’t appeal as an obvious winner first time up over this trip. TFRHHHII BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2023: NINE SIX FIVE (IRE) 3 9 3 Ben Curtis 11-2 (George Boughey) 9 ran Running for the first time since Gelding No. 3.

Record Time: 1min 40.6secs

Probable S.P.’s: 13-8 Condor Pasa (GB), 5-2 Savvy Exchange (IRE), 7-2 Operate (IRE), 8-1 Bolton (GB), 40-1 Pack Ice (IRE)

SAVVY EXCHANGE was sent off favourite and shaped well in a newcomers’ maiden at Wolverhampton in November. He looks sure to improve and gets the vote over Condor Pasa and Operate.

Luke Larvin, Managing Director of Fleet Finders will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race A cash prize of £40 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.

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

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

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.

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

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

The Racecourse Executive would like to thank our sponsors today Fleet Finders

Sir Peter O’Sullevan

Seventh Race 5.35 1m

THETRUSTEESOFTHENATIONALHORSERACINGCOLLEGE HANDICAPSTAKES (CLASS6)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40)

For conditions of this race, see page 43

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Easterby (33 wins from 327 runners, 10%) runs RIBKANA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): T Easterby (5 wins from 62 runners, 8%) runs RIBKANA LONGEST TRAVELLERS: FITZ PERFECTLY trained by C Fellowes, Newmarket, PREMIERSHIP trained by M Wigham, both Newmarket, 147 miles.

no horse

1 SHE’S GOT BOTTLE (GB) (47) 3032-06 CD 5 9-11 (1)

Br B m Lethal Force (IRE) - Lady Tabitha (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J

O Gordon Bulloch & S Hardcastle D Szepler Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton T

B Saxtead Livestock Ltd OR8 Wellness, Gers Paving UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a division of this race 12 months ago and placed on 3 of her 4 starts thereafter last season. Entitled to be sharper for a pair ofAW runs in recent months and no surprise to see her go well from an easing mark/handy draw TFRHHHHI BHA60

2 BAY DREAM BELIEVER (IRE) (11) 42500-4 D 5 9-9 (7)

Br B m New Bay - Arabescatta

O URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner

Mark Winn (3) J

Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T

B Kildaragh Stud Adra Projects Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable fourth of 12 in handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, heavy, 18/1) 11 days ago, headway over 1f out and keeping on. Task now is to back that up.

3 FITZ

PERFECTLY

TFRHHHII BHA58

(FR) (22) 002-044 4 9-7 (8)

Br B f No Nay Never (USA) - Kalimenta (USA)

O Cottier, Fitzdares and Old Gold Racing

Mikkel Mortensen (7) J

Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket T

B Charles Fipke Fitzdares S

TIMEFORM VIEW 14/1 and hooded for 1st time, respectable fourth of 12 in handicap at Thirsk (8f, heavy) 22 days ago, just failing for third. Merits consideration.

4 ISLE OF WOLVES (GB) (54) 2-23445

Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - L’Ile Aux Loups (IRE)

TFRHHHHI BHA56

8 9-7 (5)

Joanna Mason J

O Mr W. A. Bethell Harriet Bethell, Arnold T

B Emma Capon Bloodstock Beverley Racecourse S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty seven runs since last win in 2019. 10/3, fifth of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f) 54 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Down in trip. Has good chance on pick of form. TFRHHHHH BHA56

5 MY BROTHER MIKE (IRE) (23) 60-6613 D

Br B g Bated Breath - Coming Back

10 9-7 (10)

Andrew Mullen J

O Mr J. T. Stimpson John Stimpson, Newcastle-under-Lyme T

B D. & J. Dwan

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Southwell in March. 5/1, good third of 11 in handicap at Lingfield (8f, AW) 23 days ago, caught further back than ideal. Respected back on turf TFRHHHHI BHA56

6 MUSICAL MASQUERADE (GB) (23) 00004

Br Gr g El Kabeir (USA) - Cesca (IRE)

O Imperial Racing & Partner

5 9-5 (2)

Billy Garritty J

Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T

B Sue Perrett Bloodstock Stittenham Farms S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden on Flat Blinkered for 1st time, good fourth of 12 in handicap (28/1) at Newcastle (7.1f) 23 days ago, headed over 2f out and keeping on. Visor now the headgear of choice back up in trip and not discounted. TFRHHHII BHA54

7 MR HEINZ (GB) (23) 60124-0 D 5 9-2 (4)

Br B g Spill The Beans (AUS) - Velvet Band Phil Dennis J

O Mrs Jayne Sivills Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft T

B Hellwood Stud Farm & G. P. Clarke

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account at the fourteenth attempt at Newcastle (1m) in October and made the frame next 2 starts. Possibly in need of the run back from 5 months off back at thatvenue 23 days ago and ease back in trip a likelyplus with cheekpieces refitted. TFR

BHA51

8 PREMIERSHIP (GB) (18) 130-000 CD 5 9-1 (6)

Br B g Mahsoob - Misu Billy Jason Hart J

O Mr David Tate & Mr Daniel Lawson Michael Wigham, Newmarket T

B David Tate Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Tasted success 3 times last year, including a division of this race from a 4lb lower mark. Yet to scale the same heights in trio of starts on AW/turf this spring but assessor is relinquishing his grip and worth noting if the market speaks in his favour TFRHHHII BHA50

9 RIBKANA (IRE) (239) 242002- 4 8-12 (3)

Br B f Ribchester (IRE) - Simkana (IRE) David Allan J

O MR D F & MR R C Shedden & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Denis McDonnell Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEWRibchesterfillywho remains a maiden but returned to herbestwhen second of7 in handicap (16/1) at Ripon (1m, good to firm) in September Possible she has a small race in her this term but first start for 7 months may bring her on. TFRHHHII BHA47

10 QUOTELINE DIRECT (GB) (97) 2240-06 C D

11 8-11 (12)

Br Ch g Sir Percy - Queen’s Pudding (IRE) Aiden Brookes (5) J

O JFW Properties Ltd Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Mrs T. Brudenell Micky Hammond Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Seventeen runs since last win in 2022. Off 97 days Back down in trip. TFRHHIII BHA45

11 KNIGHT OF MAGIC (IRE) (55) 5-60000 5 8-11 (11)

Br B g Decorated Knight - Magic Minor (IRE)

O Chris Grant Racing Club

Connor Beasley J

Chris Grant, Billingham T B T. & T. Rogers www.chrisgrantracing.com S

TIMEFORM VIEW 80/1, seventh of 9 in minor event at Newcastle (8f) 33 days ago. Hood refitted for this handicap debut. Plenty to find. TFRHIIII BHA41

12 MADDISONELLE (GB) (5) 400006

4 8-11 (9)

Br B f Territories (IRE) - Royal Silk Cam Hardie J

O Miss G. Boanas Gillian Boanas, Saltburn T

B Anne Kirby

TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who has little in the way of solid form and she never figured when sixth of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (1m) 5 days ago. Returns to turf here. TFRHIIII BHA40

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Visor worn first time by No 6. Hood worn by No 2, 3, 11, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7.

Record Time: 1min 40.6secs

Probable S.P.’s: 5-1 My Brother Mike (IRE), 11-2 Fitz Perfectly (FR), 13-2 Musical Masquerade (GB), 7-1 Bay Dream Believer (IRE), 8-1 She’s Got Bottle (GB), 11-1 Isle ofWolves (GB), Mr Heinz (GB), 14-1 Premiership (GB), 16-1 Ribkana (IRE), 33-1 Quoteline Direct (GB), 50-1 Knight of Magic (IRE), 66-1 Maddisonelle (GB)

ISLE OF WOLVES losing run understandably tempers enthusiasm but he’s fallen plenty in the weights and comes here with his yard in good order, so he gets the tentative vote in the hope a positive ride dropped back in trip sees him in a better light. Fitz Perfectly ran well at Thirsk last time and is feared, with She’s Got Bottle, My Brother Mike and Musical Masquerade enter calculations, too.

Gerry Sutcliffe, Chairman of the National Horseracing College will present a memento to the winning owner in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race A cash prize of £40 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.

Leeds - Pontefract Tanshelf

Wakefield - Monkhill (Direct 58, 29) (Direct 39, 46)

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

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

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 2.05 - THE GO RACING IN YORKSHIRE FUTURE STARS APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (Yorkshire Future Stars Apprentice Series Round 3) 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 59-78 (also open to such horses rated 79 and 80; such horses rated 58 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £25 stake if the horse is rated 59 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 58 or lower with £20 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 29th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 20th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. To be ridden by Apprentice Jockeys or Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 who, prior to March 20th, 2024, have not ridden more than 50 winners under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to April 28th, 2024, have not ridden more than 25 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden any such winner 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed) Jockeys riding for their own stables allowed, in addition 3lb. 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 This race is one of a series of nine apprentice races forming the Go Racing In Yorkshire Future Stars competition. The races will be run throughout the year on Flat racecourses affiliated to Go Racing In Yorkshire, sponsors of the competition. Points will be allocated according to the result of each race in the Series and the rider collecting most points in the Series will receive an additional prize to the value of £2,500. 7 entries, 1 at £5 and 6 at £25. - Closed April 25th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) A SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.40 - THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS NEW BUY FROM STOCK EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands B, C and D)(EBF Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4860 to the winning horse The second to receive £2281, the third £1141 and the fourth £570. for maiden two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which are in Bands B, C and D. Enter by noon, April 25th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 29th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb

Allowances: Band C from Band B 2lb Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race 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. 12 entries at £25. - Closed April 25th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3840; Second £1920; Third £960; Fourth £480. (Penalty Value £4860) SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.15 - THE NATIONAL HORSERACING COLLEGE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 53-72 (also open to such horses rated 73 and 74; such horses rated 52 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £20 stake if the horse is rated 53 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 52 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 29th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 20th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The National Horseracing College 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 17 entries at £20 - Closed April 25th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS

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Fourth Race 3.50 - THE NARS SUPPORTS THE NHC HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) 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 four 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). £25 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £20 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 29th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 20th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF RACING STAFF have generously sponsored this race in support of The National Horseracing College 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 13 entries at £25 - Closed April 25th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.25 - THE SIR PETER O’SULLEVAN CHARITABLE TRUST SUPPORTS NHC 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 three yrs old only, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £20 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 29th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 20th, 2024, for each race won 6lb. THE SIR PETER O’SULLEVAN CHARITABLE TRUST have generously sponsored this race in support of The National Horseracing College 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 £20 - Closed April 25th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) Weights lowered 1lb. SS

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Sixth Race 5.00 - THE FLEET FINDERS SUPPORTS THE NATIONAL HORSERACING COLLEGE EBF MAIDEN 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 maiden three yrs old and upwards, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, April 25th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 29th Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 3lb; fillies 8st 12lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb. FLEET FINDERS have generously sponsored this race in support of The National Horseracing College 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 14 entries at £20. - Closed April 25th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2987; Second £1493; Third £747; Fourth £373. (Penalty Value £3780) SS SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.35 - THE TRUSTEES OF THE NATIONAL HORSERACING COLLEGE 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-58 (also open to such horses rated 59 and 60; 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 29th. Lowest weight 8st 11lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 20th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. THE TRUSTEES OF THE NATIONAL HORSERACING COLLEGE have generously sponsored this race in support of The National Horseracing College 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 18 entries, 1 at £3 and 17 at £15. - Closed April 25th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2477; Second £1239; Third £619; Fourth £310; Fifth £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40) SS

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