Pontefract Racecard - Sunday 23rd June

TODAY’S OFFICIALS

SUNDAY 23RD JUNE

UNDER THE RULES OF RACING

PATRON THE COUNTESS OF HALIFAX

STEWARDS

CHIEF STEWARD GREG PEARSON

STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR PETER CRAFTS

STEWARD MICHAEL EYRE

ASSISTANT STEWARD SIMON KIRK

RACEDAYASSISTANT ALI GALLIERS-PRATT

STARTERS RYAN COLLEY, LEE JONES

JUDGE DI CLARK

CLERK OFTHE SCALES WAYNE BURNELL

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

DAVID COOK, MELANIE SWARBRICK, ALEC DENT, LEANNE ASPREY

VETERINARY OFFICER NIGEL HAIZELDEN

VETERINARY SURGEONS NORRIE GRAHAM, NELL DAY, MATT BUTTERELL

MEDICAL OFFICERS Dr STEPHEN WROE, Dr PAUL DEWHIRST, Dr PATRICK WYNN

BETTING RING MANAGER STEPHEN RANN

COMMENTATOR GARETH TOPHAM

SAFEGUARDING LEAD RICHARD HAMMILL

SAFEGUARDING DEPUTY CAROL NICKELS

MANAGING DIRECTOR

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

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER AND CLERK OFTHE COURSE

RICHARD HAMMILL - Tel: (07808) 965402

ADMINISTRATION MANAGER CAROL NICKELS

ACCOUNTS MANAGER NICOLA CAWOOD

CATERING MANAGER REBECCA MOORE – 07984 461128

BRITBET RACING MANAGER SUE GODWIN - (07785) 714832

HEAD GROUNDSMAN MARTIN FOLLOWS - (07783) 119091

ADMINISTRATION OFFICE (01977) 781307

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

OFFICIAL PROGRAMME Racecard cover picture courtesy of Alan Wright of Official Photographers (01695 724504). Published by authority of the Managing Executive of the Racecourse

PLAN OF ENCLOSURES

PREMIER ENCLOSURE

Premier Enclosure Dining Room

Premier Lounge Bar

Annual Badge Holders Bar

Toilets (incl Disabled)

GRANDSTAND &PADDOCKENCLOSURE

Lounge Bar

Grandstand & Paddock Riders Bar

Self Service Dining Room

Furlong Bar

3.

Room

Office (for Raceday enquiries)

Balcony Bar

Toilets (incl Disabled)

Pizza in the Paddock Bar and Terrace Paddock Food Court

TAKING PLACE TODAY ...

12.15pm - 1pm On the Racecourse Whippet racing

1pm - 1.15pm

Picnic Enclosure Yorkshire pudding throwing

11.30am - 12pm Picnic

12.30pmPaddock1pm

1pm - 1.15pm

Premier Lawn

flat cap brass band

Throughout the day...

1pm - 4pm

Located next to the Grandstand & Paddock Turnstiles

Races 1 & 7

1.50pm & 4.50pm

Picnic Gates

art workshop

Bus trips to the start

There is a funfair down in the Picnic Enclosure, plus free face painting, free kids activity packs. Make sure you grab a flag to cheer on your favourite horse!

Don’t forget about the ‘Hunt The Golden Horseshoe’ Competition. If you find the golden horseshoe which is hidden somewhere in the Picnic Enclosure head to the Raceday Office to collect a prize!

We also have Heart Angels here today hosting garden games in the Picnic Enclosure throughout the afternoon.

The Yorkshire Pedigree WhiPPeT racing club

Founded 10 years ago by whippet enthusiasts, we run at Heatherleigh Fields, Huddersfield HD3 3DT, 2 minutes off junction 24 M62. We run most Sundays from March to November. Anyone is welcome to come along and have a go and you can contact us on 07799 502431 or on our Facebook Page.

Yorkshire Pedigree Whippet Racing Club - Sunday 23rd June

The Yorkshire Pedigree Whippet Racing Club will be staging whippet racing from 12.15pm. The races will take place over the final furlong, so why not make your way to the front of the stands and cheer them on!

Race 1 (Handicap)

Red: LEMON SHERBERT (scratch)

Blue: LOST MI MARBLES (receiving 1 yard)

White: MR APOLLO (receiving 1 yard)

Black: THRAWNS NEMESIS (receiving 2 yards)

Race 2 (Handicap)

Red: ODDS ON TESS (scratch)

Blue: TROUBLE IN STORE (receiving 1 yard)

White: DEXTERS RODNEY COME HOME (receiving 2 yards)

Black: MISS JILL (receiving 3 yards)

Race 3 (Handicap)

Red: WALLY WHOO (scratch)

Blue: TARN PRINCESS (receiving 1 yard)

White: DOLLY MIXTURE (receiving 3 yards)

Black: LAST CHANCE (receiving 5 yards)

Race 4 (Handicap)

Red: FRAME THI SEN (scratch)

Blue: LET’S GO NUTS (receiving 1 yard)

White: OUR LAD RON (receiving 1 yard)

Black: LITTLE REBEL (receiving 2 yards)

Race 5 (Handicap)

Red: MR CHIEVOUS (scratch)

Blue: DEXTERS ADH DAVE (scratch)

White: ODDS ON WILLOW (receiving 1 yard)

Black: LOOPY LU (receiving 3 yards)

Race 6 (Lurchers)

Red: TROJAN PRINCE (scratch)

Blue: BARKERS BOY (scratch)

White: YARROW THE POET (receiving 6 yards)

After a short break, Races 1 to 5 will be re-run with adjusted handicap marks.

6f

Race 1 2.10

1 Vince Lombardi (GB) 10-1

2 Starproof (IRE) 10-0

3 Sarah’s Verse (GB) 9-13

4 Hello Zabeel (IRE) 9-10

5 Mr Wonderful (GB) 9-9

6 Western (IRE) 9-9

7 Fahrenheit Seven (GB) 9-9

8 Northfield Lake (FR) 9-5

9 Professor Tickle (GB) 9-5

10 Judge Frank (IRE) 8-10

5f

Race 2 2.40

1 Cayman Tai (IRE) 9-7

2 Roysdelight (IRE) 9-5

3 Jagetme (IRE) 9-2

4 Hettie Jack (GB) 9-0

5 Miami Memories (GB) 9-0

6 Nala Star (IRE) 9-0

Race 1 2.18 2m 48y

1 Fame Valley (IRE) 12-0

2 Ironopolis (IRE) 12-0

3 Malangen (IRE) 11-13

4 For Three (IRE) 11-12

5 Albert Park (IRE) 11-11

6 Kopa Kilana (IRE) 11-10

7 Executive Pool (GB) 11-6

8 Brian’s Jet (IRE) 11-3

9 Fathers Advice (IRE) 11-0

10 Treasured Company (IRE) 11-0

11 Foxwood (IRE) 10-10

12 Iolani (GER) 10-10

13 Le Fou’s Keep (IRE) 10-9

14 Heart Above (GB) 10-8

15 Don’t Look Back (GB) 10-5

Race 2 2.48 2m 7f 63y

1 Breakdance Kid (GB) 12-0

2 Defence Witness (IRE) 11-11

3 Jeteye (IRE) 11-6

4 Better Be Definite (GB) 11-2

5 Agilulf (GB) 11-0

6 Toscan Genius (FR) 10-11

7 Wotyoudunnow Buddy (IRE) 10-9

8 Dapper Gent (GB) 10-8

9 Emotional Roller (IRE) 10-8

10 Milan Echo (IRE) 10-7

11 Iturgeon du Breuil (FR) 10-7

12 Ice Day (FR) 10-5

13 Lady Hamilton (IRE) 10-3

14 Robert d’Ores (FR) 10-2

FFOS LAS

Race 3 3.10

5f

1 Brandy Station (IRE) 9-9

2 Darkened Edge (GB) 9-9

3 Red Walls (GB) 9-9

4 We’re Reunited (IRE) 9-9

5 Ten O’Clock (IRE) 9-3

Race 4 3.40 2m

1 Shagpyle (GB) 9-9

2 Oceanline (IRE) 9-8

3 Zoran (GB) 9-5

4 Clan Chieftain (GB) 9-1

5 Navarre Express (GB) 8-13

6 Monsieur Lambrays (GB) 8-10

7 Teqany (IRE) 8-7

8 Cubana Habana (FR) 8-5

HEXHAM

Race 3 3.18 2m 4f 28y

1 Golden Swift (IRE) 11-4

2 Independent Jimmy (GB) 11-4

3 Major Champion (GB) 11-4

4 My Friend Yeats (IRE) 11-4

5 The Flying Poet (IRE) 11-4

6 Fairland (IRE) 10-11

7 Florita (IRE) 10-11

8 Pop The Question (GB) 10-11

9 Tamlaght Eyes (IRE) 10-11

Race 4 3.48 2m 4f 28y

1 Kilmore Rock (IRE) 11-4

2 Lathan (FR) 11-4

3 R S Ambush (IRE) 11-4

4 Stonegate (GB) 11-4

5 You’re Kidding Me (IRE) 10-12

6 Away She Goes (IRE) 10-11

7 Dear Dot (GB) 10-11

8 Stuti (GB) 10-11

9 Vanilla Dancer (GB) 10-11

Race 5 4.18 2m 4f 28y

1 Imperial Data (IRE) 12-0

2 Salsada (IRE) 11-10

3 Invictus World (FR) 11-9

4 Dallas des Pictons (FR) 11-6

5 Belvedere Blast (IRE) 11-5

6 Parvos (IRE) 11-3

7 Haarar (GB) 11-2

Race 6 4.48 1m 7f 133y

1 Findthetime (IRE) 12-0

2 Grain d’Oudairies (FR) 11-12

3 Carcaci Castle (IRE) 11-11

4 Animore (GB) 10-10

5 Conquer The Breeze (IRE) 10-4

6 Dream Jet (IRE) 10-2

7 Going Mobile (IRE) 10-2

Race 5 4.10 1m

1 Thewaytothestars (GB) 9-10

2 Kalama Sunrise (GB) 9-10

3 Mykonos St John (GB) 9-9

4 Dappled Light (GB) 9-7

5 Zambezi Magic (GB) 9-6

6 Signature Blue (IRE) 9-1

Race 6 4.40 7f 80y

1 Conquest of Power (GB) 10-4

2 King of Scotia (IRE) 10-3

3 Airshow (GB) 10-1

4 Secret Strength (IRE) 10-1

5 Rockymountainway (GB) 9-8

6 The Cola Kid (GB) 9-5

7 Yellow Pages (IRE) 9-4

8 Alabama Anna (GB) 8-12

9 Indication Court (IRE) 8-11

Race 7 5.18 2m 4f 15y

1 Hidden Commander (IRE) 12-0

2 Elleon (FR) 11-10

3 Meetmeinthemorning (IRE) 11-7

4 Backbyjet (IRE) 11-7

5 Deadheat (FR) 11-5

6 Grand du Nord (FR) 10-12

7 Dr Shirocco (IRE) 10-11

8 Play By The Rules (IRE) 10-4

9 Edgewell (IRE) 10-2

Race 8 5.48 2m 48y

1 Takt de Touques (FR) 11-12

2 Born In The West (IRE) 11-2

3 Drumlee Myth (IRE) 11-2

4 Jehol de Thaix (FR) 11-2

5 The Beekeeper (GB) 11-2

6 Blakey Boy (IRE) 10-11

7 East Eagle (IRE) 10-11

8 Bellmount Lady (IRE) 10-9

9 Lewesdon Dancer (GB) 10-9

10 Sunset Hill (IRE) 10-9

11 Ava’s Angel (GB) 10-4

12 Starlit Wave (IRE) 10-4 Doubles

TriPs To see The sTarT oF The races

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

If you’d like to see the start of these races, please meet the minibus at the entrance gates to the Picnic Enclosure at 1.50pm and 4:50pm.

First Race 2.00

THENORTHERNCOMMERCIALSYOURLOCALIVECODEALERSHIP EBFFILLIES’RESTRICTEDNOVICESTAKES(CLASS4) (forhorsesinBandsB,CandD)(EBFQualifier)(GBBRACE)

For conditions of this race, see page 47

- A CLOSER LOOK

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): R Fahey (29 wins from 234 runners, 12%) runs KOMORKIS TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G Boughey (15 wins from 45 runners, 33%) runs VIOLET LOVE LONGEST TRAVELLER: SOUTH ROAD trained by L Russell, Kinross, 235 miles.

for novice two yrs old fillies x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533. (Penalty Value £5400) colours no

1 VIOLET LOVE (GB) (8) (2lb) 2211

Br Gr f Havana Grey - Passionate Love (IRE)

O Amo Racing Limited

B Let’s Get Racing

9-12 (2)

William Buick J

George Boughey, Newmarket T

Sports Invest UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of a maiden at Chepstow and novice at Bath (both 5f) already this month. A double penalty is unlikely to prevent her going well on the hat-trick bid. TFRHHHHI BHA-

2 KOMORKIS (IRE) (17) 3 BF 9-2 (5)

Br Ch f Cotai Glory - Starlight Dance (IRE) Oisin Orr J

O M & M Racing, Paul Byrne and Partner

Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Mrs E. Thompson WS Transportation S

TIMEFORM VIEW 9/4, showed promise amidst inexperience when third of 7 in maiden at Hamilton (6f, good to firm) on debut 17 days ago. Yard’s 2-y-os are going well. TFRHHHHI BHA-

3 SOUTH ROAD (IRE) (-)

9-2 (4)

Br B f Kodiac - Athbah Joe Fanning J

O Misses P & F Simpson Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Clara Stud Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 26. £35,000 2-y-o. Kodiac filly Dam unraced out of useful 1 1/4m winner Lady Liberty The betting should guide to expectations. TFRHHIII BHA-

4 ELLADORA BLACK (GB) (9) (2lb) 00

Br B f Elarqam - Duchess Dora (IRE)

O Johnston Racing Ltd

9-0 (3)

Jason Hart J

Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Friar Ings Stud Ltd Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. Ninth of 12 in seller (33/1) at Chester (7f, good) 9 days ago. Needs plenty of improvement. TFRHIIII BHA-

5 SUZETTE (GB) (26) (2lb) 4

Br Ch f Zoustar (AUS) - Babe e (IRE)

9-0 (1)

Cam Hardie J

O Crystal Clear Racing 2 Ollie Pears, Malton T

B Richard Kent & Barry O’Connor Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW 40/1, offered something to work on when making late headway into fourth on her 6f Redcar debut (soft) 26 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA-

6 SELECTION (IRE) (17) (4lb) 2

Br Ch f Cotai Glory - Maghzaa (IRE)

O Ontoawinner & Alfa Site Services Ltd

8-12 (6)

Shane Gray J

Craig Lidster, Easingwold T

B Colm McEvoy www.ontoawinner.net S

TIMEFORM VIEW 40/1, second of 7 in maiden at Hamilton (6f, good to firm) on debut 17 days ago, with the reopposing Komorkis 1 1/2 lengths back in third. Bold bid on the cards. TFRHHHHH BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

2023: MAUNA LOA 2 9 0 Oisin Orr 7-2 (Richard Fahey) 7 ran

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

Probable S.P.’s: 15-8 Selection (IRE), 9-4 Violet Love (GB), 11-4 Komorkis (IRE), 16-1 Suze e (GB), 28-1 South Road (IRE), 50-1 Elladora Black (GB)

SELECTION was 1 1/2 lengths ahead of Komorkis when the pair clashed at Hamilton recently and is taken to confirm her superiority over Richard Fahey’s charge, particularly as she receives weight from her this time. A double penalty also shouldn’t prevent Violet Love playing a prominent role.

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

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.

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.

ABBREVIATIONS

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

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

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

The Racecourse Executive would like to thank our sponsors today

This memorial race, which is held in memory of a much missed Husband and Dad, has been held each year since his passing in 2003, to celebrate the life of Trevor - a local man who loved attending the races, especially here at Pontefract. Janet, Neil & Lisa, Karen & Paul, Stuart & Claire, Liv & Luke would like to say a big thank you to all our friends and family for all their support over the last 21 years and for attending again today.

Second Race 2.30

THE TREVOR WOODS MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES

(CLASS 6)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2438, 2nd £1219, 3rd £610, 4th £305, 5th £152, 6th £76. (Penalty Value £3092.40)

For conditions of this race, see page 47

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): M Hammond (8 wins from 105 runners, 8%) runs IRV TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): Mr M T Walford (2 wins from 19 runners, 11%) runs BAY DREAM BELIEVER LONGEST TRAVELLER: DUCHESS trained by J Berry, Newmarket, 147 miles.

1 BALLSBRIDGE (USA) (13) 423-002

4 9-11 (3)

Br B g Lord Kanaloa (JPN) - Happily (IRE) George Wood J

O Mrs Ros Marrio Jennie Candlish, Leek T

B Orpendale, Chelston & Wyna Torvic Magnets S

TIMEFORM VIEW Blinkers back on and easily best effort this season when second of 13 in handicap at this C&D (good) 13 days ago, making effort earlier than ideal, too. TFRHHHHH

2 DANDY’S ANGEL (IRE) (4) 400446 D

Br B m Dandy Man (IRE) - Party Pipit (IRE)

O Anthony Ross and David Lumley

B Stonepark Farms Ltd

(6)

Ryan Sexton J

John Wainwright, Malton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to build on the promise of her Beverley run when sixth of 8 in handicap at Ripon (9.8f, good, 12/1) 4 days ago, slowly away. TFRHHHII BHA58

3 THREE PLATOON (GB) (5) 00/00-53

6 9-6 (7)

Br B g Kingman - Brevity (USA) Oisin Orr J

O Crowd Racing Partnership

Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

B Cliveden Stud Ltd Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2021. 40/1, third of 10 in handicap at Beverley (9.9f, good to soft) 5 days ago, keeping on nicely

TFRHHHII BHA57

4 BAY DREAM BELIEVER (IRE) (13) 500-444 5 9-6 (2)

Br B m New Bay - Arabesca a Jason Hart J

O URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner

Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T

B Kildaragh Stud Adra Projects Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable fourth of 13 in handicap (8/1) at this C&D (good) 13 days ago given she was slowly into stride and forced wide on the home turn. One to consider TFRHHHHI BHA57

5 MYTHICAL (FR) (16) 045-056 7 9-6 (8)

Br B g Camelot - Inchmina Phil Dennis J

O Mr Edward C. Wilkin

B S.A.S. Clear Light

Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft T

TIMEFORM VIEWTwenty one runs since last win, gained back in in 2019. 28/1, sixth in handicap at Thirsk (12f, good to firm) 16 days ago, slowly away Interesting to see what cheekpieces do for him. TFRHHHII BHA57

6 IRV (IRE) (27) 460-614 D

8 9-4 (5)

Br Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Marion Antoine e (IRE) Aiden Brookes (3) J

O The Rat Pack Racing Club Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Mrs Marion Emerson Micky Hammond Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Wolverhampton in April. Not in quite the same form when fourth of 7 in handicap at Redcar (10f, soft) 27 days ago. Should be on the premises. TFRHHHII BHA55

7 DUCHESS (FR) (15) 4043-15 BF

5 9-1 (4)

Br Ch m The Grey Gatsby (IRE) - Queen To Be (IRE) Faye McManoman J

O Quieter Than A Mouse Syndicate John Berry, Newmarket T

B E.A.R.L. Haras Du Logis et al

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning reappearance at Yarmouth in May. Below form fifth in handicap at Chepstow (8.1f, good to firm, 11/4) 15 days ago, though that track may not have been ideal. TFRHHHHI BHA52

8 INDICATION ROCKET (IRE) (10) 356-000 4 8-13 (1)

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Rip Van Music (IRE)

O Gold & Green Sco Shearsmith Crowd

Clifford Lee J

Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

B Patrick J. Connolly Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

TIMEFORM VIEW Newcastle winner last spring but little to shout about since, eighth of 9 in handicap at Musselburgh (7.1f, good to firm) 10 days ago. Significantly back up in trip TFRHHIII BHA50

9 SCHUMANN (IRE) (13) 064-600 4 8-9 (9)

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Bibliotheca (JPN)

O Mrs C. A. Coward

B Willie Browne

Joanna Mason J

Jacqueline Coward, Sheriff Hutton T

TIMEFORM VIEW 50/1, twelfth of 13 in handicap at this course (17.1f, good) 13 days ago. Significantly down in trip and has a lot to prove TFRHHIII BHA45

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 5. Hood worn by No 4. Blinkers worn by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 7, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.

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

Stewards Note:

BAY DREAM BELIEVER: Following its run on 10/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was slowly away. DUCHESS: Following its run on 8/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the undulations.

Probable S.P.’s: 10-3 Ballsbridge (USA), 5-1 Three Platoon (GB), 11-2 Bay Dream Believer (IRE), 6-1 Irv (IRE), Duchess (FR), 12-1 Dandy’s Angel (IRE), 20-1 Mythical (FR), 25-1 Indication Rocket (IRE), 40-1 Schumann (IRE)

Despite going about things in very contrasting manners, BALLSBRIDGE and Bay Dream Believer both shaped with promise in the same C&D race a fortnight ago. The former looked to have them in trouble before worn down by one late and he looks the way to go Of the others, Duchess is a threat having had an excuse at Chepstow last time.

The friends and family of Trevor Woods 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.

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

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

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Third Race 3.00

THE PONTEFRACT CASTLE FILLIES’ STAKES

(CLASS 1) (Listed Race)

for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £50000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £22000, 2nd £9070, 3rd £4535, 4th £2270, 5th £1135, 6th £565, 7th £285, 8th £140. (Penalty Value £28010)

For conditions of this race, see page 47

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D O’Meara (22 wins from 144 runners, 15%) runs NEVER ENDING & ZARABANDA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Becke (9 wins from 49 runners, 18%) runs RIVER OF STARS FANCY THAT: R Becke won this race in 2018 and 2020. The stable runs RIVER OF STARS today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: VERA VERTO trained by G Cromwell, Ireland.

1 AVON LIGHT (GB) (30) 421130 4 9-2 (7)

Br Ch f Lightning Spear - Avon Lady Clifford Lee J

O Helena Springfield Ltd

William Muir & Chris Grassick, Lambourn T

B Meon Valley Stud Meon Valley Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a brace of AW handicaps earlier this year. Proved herself on turf when third at Ascot last month but well behind Ayyab at Goodwood since. Plenty to find at this level. TFRHIIII BHA79

2 AYYAB (GB) (30) 310-231 D

9-2 (2)

Br B f Adaay (IRE) - Astrantia Robert Havlin J

O Teme Valley S. P. C. Woods, Newmarket T

B Bugley Stud & D. B. Clark

TIMEFORM VIEW Has returned in good form, placing twice on AW before resuming winning ways in 1 1/2m Goodwood handicap last month. TFRHHHII BHA88

3 CHING SHIH (IRE) (15) 0245-60 5 9-2 (10)

Br B m Lope de Vega (IRE) - Madame Chiang Callum Rodriguez J

O Miss K. Rausing David Simcock, Newmarket T

B Miss K. Rausing

TIMEFORM VIEW Good efforts in the Geoffrey Freer at Newbury and Park Hill at Doncaster at the end of last summer but well below that level in her 2 outings this year Has something to prove for now. TFRHHIII BHA95

4 DIVINA GRACE (IRE) (15) 0112-34 D BF 4 9-2 (3)

Br B f Golden Horn - Beautiful Forest Jason Hart J

O Top Hat and Tails Rae Guest, Newmarket T

B Godolphin Flahive Brickwork Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful filly 6/4, creditable fourth of 8 to Iron Lion in handicap at Haydock (1 1/2m, good to firm) 15 days ago. Engaged 5.55 Ayr Saturday. TFRHHHII BHA89

5 ERMESINDE (IRE) (29) 6333-66 4 9-2 (11)

Br B f Golden Horn - Eye Witness (GER) Benoit de la Sayette J

O Venice Consulting, D’Ascanio, Gambini Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket T

B Kildaragh Stud KPF Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed 3 times at listed level last year. Below par in Longchamp listed race on reappearance but better when 4 3/4 lengths sixth to Term of Endearment in Bronte Cup at York 29 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA97

6 NEVER ENDING (IRE) (30) 5510-41 4 9-2 (1)

Br B f No Nay Never (USA) - Lady Ederle (USA) Daniel Tudhope J

O Cheveley Park Stud David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Stephen Sullivan Cheveley Park Stud Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEWBetter than ever when landing a 1 1/4m Haydock handicap (soft) in a first-time tongue tie (retained) last month. Likely quicker ground a slight concern but thereabouts on form. TFRHHHHI BHA89

7 RIVER OF STARS (IRE) (29) 5/1224-3 D BF 5 9-2 (8)

Br B m Sea The Stars (IRE) - Amazone (GER) William Buick J

O Woodford Thoroughbreds Llc Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Dr Klaus Schulte R M Becke Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Group 3 winner at York last May and runner-up twice at Group 2 level later in the summer Respectable third in that same York Group 3 on her reappearance 4 weeks ago. TFRHHHHH BHA106

8 SCENIC (FR) (15) 3022-16 D

Br B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Ghalyah

O David Ward

4 9-2 (4)

Tom Marquand J

Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited ABM Catering Facilities Management S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 1 1/2m Kempton handicap on reappearance in May. 25/1, good 3 3/4 lengths sixth to Queen of The Pride in Group 3 Pinnacle Stakes at Haydock (1 1/2m, good to firm) 15 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA96

9 SEA OF ROSES (GB) (30) 250-435 BF

4 9-2 (6)

Br B f Sea The Moon (GER) - Plume Rose Hayley Turner J

O Weldspec Glasgow Limited

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

B Overbury Stallions Ltd Weldspec Baku Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up at listed/Group 3 level last season. Respectable third in 1 1/2m Goodwood listed race last month. Not at her best back there since. TFRHHHII BHA96

10 THREE PRIESTS (JPN) (14) 01/204-5 D

Br B m Deep Impact (JPN) - Guilty Twelve (USA)

5 9-2 (5)

Joe Fanning J

O Merry Fox Stud Limited Roger Varian, Newmarket T

B Merry Fox Stud Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful mare. 50/1, 21 1/2 lengths last of 5 to King of Conquest in listed race at Goodwood (1 1/2m, good to firm) 14 days ago. Uphill task. TFRHHIII BHA93

11 VERA VERTO (IRE) (57) 41120-0 D

9-2 (12)

Br B m Prince of Lir (IRE) - Crown Light Oisin Orr J

O From The Clouds Partnership Gavin Cromwell, Ireland T

B Tinnakill Bloodstock & I. Thompson

TIMEFORM VIEWUseful mare. Respectable eighth of 16 in handicap at Navan (13f, good to soft, 5/1) on reappearance 57 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Runner-up at listed level last autumn. TFRHHHHI BHA95

12 ZARABANDA (IRE) (24) 0000-04

5 9-2 (9)

Br Ch m Teofilo (IRE) - Zabeel Park (USA) Ben Robinson J

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

B Godolphin Gain Equine Nutrition S

TFRHHIII BHA90

TIMEFORM VIEWUseful filly who was a creditable fourth in 1 1/4m Ripon handicap 24 days ago. Record suggests she’s ideally suited by softer ground than she’s likely to encounter here.

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2023: VOODOO QUEEN 4 9 2 David Egan 9-2 (Roger Varian) 10 ran Hood worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 11.

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

Stewards Note:

DIVINA GRACE: Following its run on 8/6/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed under pressure.

Probable S.P.’s: 5-2 River of Stars (IRE), 8-1 Vera Verto (IRE), 9-1 Ermesinde (IRE), Sea of Roses (GB), 10-1 Divina Grace (IRE), 14-1 Never Ending (IRE), Scenic (FR), 16-1 Ayyab (GB), Ching Shih (IRE), 25-1 Zarabanda (IRE), 33-1 Three Priests (JPN), 100-1 Avon Light (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

If RIVER OF STARS is back to anywhere approaching her best she’ll be a tough nut to crack in a listed race in which her yard has a good record The likes of Vera Verto, Never Ending and Sea of Roses can fight it out for minor honours.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.RIVER OF STARS (IRE) 2.VERA VERTO (IRE) 3.NEVER ENDING (IRE)

DISTANCE

RACE RESULT 1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH TIME

Pontefract Racecourse 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.

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.

RECORD TIMES

1m 6y

1m 6y

1m 6y

1m 2f 5y

2m 1f 27y

2m 2f 2y KUDZ Sep 9 1986 3m 51.10

2m 5f 139y

May 14 1984 4m 47.80

FREEDROP-INWORKSHOP

SUNDAY23RDJUNE with

1pmuntil4pm

James Owen Thomas, award-winning environmental artist is hosting a free workshop today next to the Grandstand & Paddock Turnstiles!

James has created a piece of artwork for us previously as part of our sustainability campaign, using recycled materials including previous raceday leaflets and tickets!

James has also worked for Great British Racing, having created a piece of art for the King’s Coronation that was unveiled here at Ponte.

The workshop is designed for all abilities, its a chance to get creative in a relaxed, sociable atmosphere, learning how to make your own environmentally-friendly collage!

2024 STAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP

RACES

Fourth Race 3.30

THE MOORTOPFARM SHOPHEMSWORTH PONTEFRACTCUPHANDICAPSTAKES (CLASS 4)

(Round 4 of the Pontefract Stayers Championship 2024) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4063, 2nd £2032, 3rd £1016, 4th £508, 5th £254, 6th £127. (Penalty Value £5154)

For conditions of this race, see page 47

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D O’Meara (22 wins from 144 runners, 15%) runs ANIMATO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (11 wins from 84 runners, 13%) runs YORKINDNESS

WEIGHTWATCHER: ANIMATO won off a handicap mark of 82, his rating is now down 8lb to 74. LONGEST TRAVELLER: GINISTRELLI trained by H Dickin, Midford, 212 miles.

1 TROOPER BISDEE (IRE) (33) 13114-1

Br Ch g Australia - Merri Island Jack Gilligan J

O Mr & Mrs John Kelsey-Fry Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket T

B Mr J. Kelsey Fry Trevor Hunt Accountancy Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEWA four-time winner in 2023 who, following 9 months off, posted a career best when winning handicap at Nottingham (16f, good) 33 days ago by 1 1/2 lengths from Valley of Flowers

2 PERCY’S WORD (GB) (2119) 2002/////- 10 9-7 (2)

Br B g Sir Percy - Laverre (IRE) Dougie Costello J

O Mrs S. Barker Jessica Bedi, Yarm T

B Mr & Mrs A. E. Pakenham

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored in a Newton Abbot selling hurdle in 2022. Missed whole of last year Always behind when fourteenth in handicap hurdle at Kelso (22.7f) 46 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA83

3 YORKINDNESS (GB) (14) 114-405 C 5 9-5 (3)

Br B m Nathaniel (IRE) - Yorkidding Joe Fanning J

O Mr Paul Robert York Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Mr Paul Robert York Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW A five-time winner in 2023, three of those coming over 17f at this venue. Shaped encouragingly when fourth on return in Chester Plate. Not in the same form since. Mark is easing though. TFRHHHHI BHA81

4 ANIMATO (GB) (17) 432115 BF 5 8-12 (6)

Br Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Blithe Ben Robinson J

O Evan M Sutherland & David O’Meara David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Gain Equine Nutrition S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended losing run at Catterick in May and, nudged up 2lb, followed up at Chester (15.9f, soft) later that month. Latest Haydock run in hat-trick bid was modest. TFRHHHII BHA74

5 VALLEY OF FLOWERS (IRE) (7) 1363-20

8-9 (7)

Br B m Slade Power (IRE) - Miss Cape (IRE) Joanna Mason J

O Mrs C. A. Coward Jacqueline Coward, Sheriff Hutton T

B Denis Noonan

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed well in 2023 and started her 2024 campaign in positive fashion when second at Nottingham (2m) in May. Seventh of 15 in handicap at Thirsk (14f) 7 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA71

6 GINISTRELLI (IRE) (13) 165/62-2 8 8-7 (5)

Br B g Frankel - Guaranda

O M. F. Harris

B Guaranda Syndicate

Morgan Cole (5) J

Harriet Dickin, Midford T

TIMEFORM VIEWShowed little both starts over hurdles last year but proved he retains ability after 9 months off when second in handicap at this course (12f, good, 125/1) 13 days ago, staying on.

7 WEDDELL SEA (IRE) (284) 302/36/6-

Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - West of Venus (USA)

O Mr A. Waite

B Niarchos Family

8-7 (1)

Cam Hardie J

Mike Sowersby, Malton T

Mike Sowersby Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner at 2m over hurdles. 80/1, fifth in handicap hurdle at Market Rasen (20.6f, good) 31 days ago, steady headway from 2 out without getting on terms. TFRHHIII BHA69

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2023: BLOW YOUR HORN (IRE) 6 9 8 Richard Kingscote 16-5 (Ian Williams) 7 ran Hood worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 7. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 7.

Record Time: 3mins 51.1secs; Median Time: 3mins 56.20secs

Stewards Note:

WEDDELL SEA: Following its run on 23/5/2024 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise.

Probable S.P.’s: 15-8 Trooper Bisdee (IRE), 7-2 Yorkindness (GB), 11-2 Animato (GB), 13-2 Valley of Flowers (IRE), 17-2 Ginistrelli (IRE), 16-1 Percy’s Word (GB), 22-1 Weddell Sea (IRE)

A 4-time winner as a 3-y-o. TROOPER BISDEE resumed progress on the back of 9 months off when successful at No⁄ngham 33 days ago (Valley of Flowers placed second) and a 5lb rise in the weights shouldn’t prove beyond him on that evidence. Yorkindness, who is 3-3 at this track, is steadily easing in the weights and is feared, ahead of aforementioned Valley of Flowers

Mr & Mrs Yates of Moor Top Farm Shop Hemsworth 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 £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.

CHILDREN

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

22-28JUNE

This year sees the eigth running of Racing Staff Week. Once again, the week will bring the racing industry and its followers together to showcase the passion, skill and dedication of all the staff, across the breadth of the industry, whose hard work makes our great sport possible.

This year’s Racing Staff Week will recognise the contribution of the industry’s entire workforce, from stud and stable staff to breeders, racecourse staff and administrators and everything in between.

DID YOU KNOW, 85,000 PEOPLE ARE EITHER IN DIRECT, INDIRECT OR ASSOCIATED EMPLOYMENT OF BRITISH RACING

Tribute Bands Family Day!

Sunday 28th July

Enjoy a dance and a sing song after some sensational racing on the 28th July.

We will have tributes to the bands Madness and Queen! Be sure to join us and stick around after the last race!

There will also be a funfair, free activity packs, face painting and the ‘Hunt The Golden Horseshoe’ Competition!

Fifth Race 4.00

THE TRIBUTE BANDS FAMILY DAY

SUNDAY 28TH JULY

HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £17500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £7110, 2nd £3556, 3rd £1778, 4th £889, 5th £445, 6th £222. (PenaltyValue £9019.50) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

For conditions of this race, see page 47

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): R Becke (12 wins from 43 runners, 28%) runs AL ANOUD TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G Boughey (15 wins from 45 runners, 33%) runs FORCEFUL SPEED LONGEST TRAVELLER: AL ANOUD trained by R Becke , Kimpton Down, 214 miles

1 AL ANOUD (FR) (29) 11-2

Br B f Kingman - Jadhaba (IRE)

9-9 (5)

Callum Rodriguez J

O Al Shaqab Racing Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Al Shaqab Racing Haras De Bouquetot S

TIMEFORM VIEW Kingman filly who won both starts as a 3-y-o and she ran well a

when second on handicap debut at Windsor (10f) 4 weeks ago.

2 KNIGHTSWOOD (IRE) (15) 31-2032 D 5 9-9 (3)

Br Ch g Decorated Knight - Neuquen (IRE)

Joe Fanning J

O Brian Yeardley & Partner Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Irish National Stud Mare Syndicate Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWWon 2 of 5 starts last year Performed with plenty of credit on 3 of 4 outings this term. Unlucky loser having been short of room when second in handicap at Haydock 2 weeks ago. TFRHHHHI BHA89

3 FORCEFUL SPEED (IRE) (62) 51114-6 C D 4 9-9 (1)

Br Ch g New Bay - Praden (USA)

O Amo Racing Limited

William Buick J

George Boughey, Newmarket T

B China Horse Club International Ltd Sports Invest UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWSteady improver as a 3-y-o who completed hat-trick at Epsom (12f) in October Had excuses on account of the heavy ground on his return over 10f here in April. TFRHHHII BHA89

4 SARATOGA GOLD (GB) (39) 0000-50 D 6 9-6 (4)

Br Ch g Mayson - Lady Sylvia Clifford Lee J

O Curzon House Partnership Kevin Frost, Newark T

B David J. Keast Kevin Frost Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Resurgent in blinkers when completing hat-trick in 2022 and added to his tally at Kempton (12f) last July Has largely struggled since, including in 2 starts for new yard TFRHHHII BHA86

5 APPIER (IRE) (13) 06-0412 D BF 5 9-2 (2)

Br B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Dame Lucy (IRE) Robert Havlin J

O Ignited

S. P. C. Woods, Newmarket T

B Tony Doyle Brook Stud Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWAdded to his tally on the back of a very slow start at Lingfield (12f, AW) at the start of the month and ran well when chasing home a better treated rival there 13 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA82

6 DANCING IN PARIS (FR) (16) 000212 D BF

4 9-1 (6)

Br B g Olympic Glory (IRE) - Ponte Sanangelo (FR) Dougie Costello J

O Mr Joseph Smith Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Thierry de La Heronniere et al

TIMEFORM VIEW Powered clear when landing York handicap (11.8f) in May and suggested he’s capable of defying his revised mark when reeled in late on at Goodwood (12f) 8 days ago. TFRHHHHH BHA81

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Blinkers worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3.

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

Probable S.P.’s: 11-4 Knightswood (IRE), 3-1 Al Anoud (FR), 4-1 Dancing In Paris (FR), 6-1 Appier (IRE), 7-1 Forceful Speed (IRE), 11-1 Saratoga Gold (GB)

Competitive fare despite the small field with the narrow vote in favour of DANCING IN PARIS. Ian Williams’ charge has thrived in recent starts, adding to his tally in good style at York before being reeled in late on by a subsequent winner at Goodwood 16 days ago. He’s a player from the same mark. Knightswood was very unlucky at Haydock and is respected, with Forceful Speed and Al Anoud others in the mix.

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

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

GENERAL HELP

If you require assistance please ask one of the A endants, 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.

Ladies Day

Wednesday7thAugust

Join us on the 7th August as the glitz & glamour returns to Pontefract. Courtesy of RIU Hotels & Resorts this years winner of the Ladies Best Dressed Competition will be jetting off to Mauritius!

Sixth Race 4.30

THE ALWAYS TRYING SYNDICATE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4063, 2nd £2032, 3rd £1016, 4th £508, 5th £254, 6th £127. (PenaltyValue £5154) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

For conditions of this race, see page 47

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Easterby (33 wins from 323 runners, 10%) runs MOUNT KING TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G Boughey (15 wins from 45 runners, 33%) runs LENNON LONGEST TRAVELLER: EASTVAN trained by L Russell, Kinross, 235 miles

1 VISIBILITY (IRE) (15) 600500 C D 7 10-2 (6)

Br B g Raven’s Pass (USA) - Cry Pearl (USA) Phil Dennis J

O Paul J Dixon Mr J Wylam & Mrs C J Wylam Scott Dixon, Rolleston T

B J. Waldron & J. Barton Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. Fourteen runs since last win in 2023. 40/1, twelfth of 13 in handicap at Beverley (7.4f, good to firm) 15 days ago, hampered. Others more persuasive.

2 NAVAL ACADEMY (GB) (12) 1050-04 D 4 10-1 (2)

Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Nargys (IRE)

O Ms Austerfield, 8 Amigos, Mr J Burns

B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

Dougie Costello J

Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T

Mark Walford Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on reapperance when fourth of 10 in handicap at Wetherby (8f, good to soft, 100/1) 12 days ago, better placed than most. Needs a couple of these to falter. TFRHHHII BHA68

3 MOUNT KING (IRE) (12) 515-040 CD 4 10-1 (7)

Br Ch g National Defense - Christmas Joy (IRE) Sean Kirrane J

O Ryedale Partners No1

Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Sun Bloodstock SARL Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEWC&D winner was back to best when fourth of 16 in handicap at Thirsk on penultimate outing. Only seventh in handicap (10/1) at Wetherby (8f, good to soft) 12 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA68

4 COOLREE (IRE) (21) 025314 D 5 10-1 (3)

Br B g Mondialiste (IRE) - Quaich

O Racing To Profit Syndicate & Partner

B Coolawn Stud

Jason Hart J

Amy Murphy, Newmarket T

Class1personnel, Amy Murphy Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Beverley in May. Respectable fourth of 9 in handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, good, 8/1) 21 days ago. Tongue strap back on. Place claims. TFRHHHII BHA68

5 EASTVAN (IRE) (56) 23/-6 4 10-0 (4)

Br B g Make Believe - Empress Anna (IRE)

Oisin Orr J

O Mrs H. Kelly Lucinda Russell, Kinross T

B Tom Anthony Ian Macleod & Co Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEWFair form when placed both starts in 2022 but absent for 19 months ahead of comeback at Wetherby (7f, soft) 56 days ago. Unable to beat a rival there. TFRHHIII BHA67

6 ARRANMORE (GB) (15) 5-20000 D 7 9-10 (8)

Br B g Oasis Dream - Ceisteach (IRE) Aiden Brookes (3) J

O Mr Anthony Bithell Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Newsells Park Stud Micky Hammond Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty six runs since last win in 2021. 20/1, seventh of 11 in handicap at Catterick (7f, good to firm) 15 days ago. Difficult to fancy on recent efforts.

7 NEW KINGS ROAD (IRE) (7) 006-31 D

TFRHHIII BHA63

3 9-5(in 6lb ex) (1)

Br B g Sioux Nation (USA) - Thistlestar (USA) Tom Marquand J

O Chelsea Thoroughbreds - NKR

Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

B Vincent Kelly The Sydney Arms S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner 7/2, career best when winning handicap at Salisbury (8f, good) 7 days ago, pushed out. Carries penalty. Still unexposed and is expected to be bang there.

TFRHHHHI BHA62

8 LENNON (FR) (8) 000-1 D

Br B g Too Darn Hot - Loveisallyouneed (IRE)

O Simon Munir, Isaac Souede & Partner

3 8-13 (5)

William Buick J

George Boughey, Newmarket T

B Newsells Park Stud Ltd The Sporting Life S

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising individual. 15/8, career best when winning 11-runner event on handicap at Bath (8f, good) 8 days ago. Likely to improve further and merits plenty of respect. TFRHHHHH BHA62

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 3. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.

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

Probable S.P.’s: 6-4 Lennon (FR), 7-2 New Kings Road (IRE), 9-1 Mount King (IRE), 12-1 Naval Academy (GB), 14-1 Coolree (IRE), Arranmore (GB), 16-1 Eastvan (IRE), 25-1 Visibility (IRE)

Hard to look beyond the 3yos in this contest, with last week’s Bath winner LENNON narrowly preferred to Salisbury-scorer New Kings Road, the pair both completely unexposed in handicaps. Mount King wasn’t at his best at Wetherby last time but his previous Thirsk effort means his completes the shortlist.

Neville King of The Always Trying Syndicate 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.

Public TransPorT Trains

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.

Seventh Race 5.00

THE SUNPAK POTATOES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £17500 Owners Prize Money. 1st £7110, 2nd £3556, 3rd £1778, 4th £889, 5th £445, 6th £222. (Penalty Value £9019.50)

For conditions of this race, see page 47

LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): R Fahey (29 wins from 234 runners, 12%) runs ROUSING ENCORE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): G Boughey (15 wins from 45 runners, 33%) runs TRAVIS LONGEST TRAVELLERS: ROYAL ZABEEL trained by J Tate & TRAVIS trained by G Boughey, both Newmarket, 147 miles.

1 YANIFER (GB) (8) 11/00-30

6 10-3 (2)

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Fondie (IRE) Connor Planas (3) J

O Mr T Arno and Mr W Bethell Harriet Bethell, Arnold T

B Daniel Hunt Beverley Racecourse S

TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable seventh of 17 in handicap at York (7f, soft, 17/2) 8 days ago. Worthy of respect down in grade from useful draw TFRHHHHI BHA89

2 DARKNESS (FR) (14) 5-06503

Br B g Siyouni (FR) - Kerila (FR)

6 9-12 (10)

Daniel Tudhope J

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

B E.A.R.L. Ecurie Haras Du Cadran et al Akela Plant Hire Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 26 Flat runs. 4/1, respectable third of 8 in handicap at Goodwood (7f, good to firm) 14 days ago. On a fair mark if he can build on latest effort. TFRHHHII BHA84

3 ROUSING ENCORE (IRE) (86) 051-400 CD 4 9-11 (6)

Br B g Acclamation - Jolie Chanson (FR) Oisin Orr J

O Mr Paul K. Spencer

Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Hunting Hill Stud TOG 24 S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win at Wolverhampton in December Eleventh in handicap at Lingfield (6f, AW, 40/1) 86 days ago. Not firing this year but has slipped to a handy mark. TFRHHHII BHA83

4 THE TURPINATOR (IRE) (9) 15-4340 7 9-10 (5)

Br B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Bessichka

O Ursa Major Racing Ltd and G. Tuer

B Mr John Manley

Jason Hart J

Grant Tuer, Northallerton T

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle in December Below form eighth in handicap at York (7f, good to soft, 18/1) 9 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Likely to strip fitter for latest outing. TFRHHHII BHA82

5 DESERT FALCON (IRE) (37) 3/1125-0 D

9-8 (9)

Br B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Love Oasis Ryan Sexton J

O The Sportsmans Syndicate Julie Camacho, Malton T

B Tullpark Ltd David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers S

TIMEFORM VIEW First run since leaving Sir Mark Prescott Bt when last of 20 in handicap (33/1) at York (7f, good) 37 days ago. Cheekpieces back on but has a bit to prove

6 HECTIC (GB) (9) 6-06435 D

9-7 (1)

Br B g Massaat (IRE) - Ceedwell Callum Rodriguez J

O High Hopes Partnership Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton T

B Miss Nell Kent & Miss Sophie Bates OR8 Wellness S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. 11/2, bit below form fifth in handicap at York (7f, good to soft) 9 days ago, sticking to task. TFRHHHII BHA79

7 ROYAL ZABEEL (IRE) (50) 010-0 CD 3 9-4 (4)

Br B c Mastercraùsman (IRE) - Lady’s Maid (USA) Clifford Lee J

O Mr Jaber Abdullah James Tate, Newmarket T B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 16/1, thirteenth in handicap at Newmarket (7f, good) 50 days ago, eased down. First run for yard after leaving Kevin Ryan TFRHHHII BHA83

8 BICEP (IRE) (9) 150-200 D

Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Craùy Notion (IRE)

5 9-3 (8)

Harrison Shaw J

O Mr David Swales and Grant Tuer Grant Tuer, Northallerton T

B R. Roberts Herbs Unlimited S

TIMEFORM VIEW 40/1, fifteenth of 16 in handicap at York (7f, good to soft) 9 days ago. Needs to bounce back if he’s to make any sort of impact. TFRHHIII BHA75

9 RATHBONE (GB) (10) 0-00000 CD

8 9-3 (3)

Br B g Foxwedge (AUS) - Frequent Tom Eaves J

O Mr N Shucksmith & Mrs H Lloyd-Herrington Michael Herrington, Willoughton T

B Whitsbury Manor Stud Shucksmith Accountants S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Ninth of 12 in handicap at Newbury (6f, good to firm, 22/1) 10 days ago, rallying. Has slipped in the weights and threatening to get back on track. TFRHHIII BHA75

10 TRAVIS (GB) (13) 653421 CD

Br B g Advertise - Bazzana

3 8-10 (7)

William Buick J

O The Inver Park Partnership George Boughey, Newmarket T

B Manton Estate Racing George Boughey Racing Ltd, Sbk S

TIMEFORM VIEW 6/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, career best when winning 9-runner handicap at this C&D (good) 13 days ago, running on. Fancied to go in again. TFRHHHHH BHA75

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2023: SHALAA ASKER 5 9 1 Benoit de la Sayette 20-1 (Adrian Keatley) 13 ran

Visor worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 9, 10. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 5.

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

Probable S.P.’s: 9-4 Travis (GB), 6-1 Hectic (GB), 13-2 Darkness (FR), 8-1 Yanifer (GB), 11-1 The Turpinator (IRE), Royal Zabeel (IRE), 14-1 Rousing Encore (IRE), 18-1 Desert Falcon (IRE), 22-1 Rathbone (GB), 28-1 Bicep (IRE)

TRAVIS responded well to a first-time cheekpieces and a more positive ride when scoring here recently and he’s capable of following up even if this is a stronger contest. Yanifer is down in grade and well drawn, so he’s a danger along with Hectic.

Mr & Mrs Yates of Moor Top Farm Shop Hemsworth 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.

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

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 2.00 - THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS YOUR LOCAL IVECO DEALERSHIP EBF FILLIES’ RESTRICTED NOVICE 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. £5400 to the winning horse The second to receive £2535, the third £1268 and the fourth £634. for novice two yrs old fillies only, which are E.B.F eligible, which are in Bands B, C and D. Enter by noon, June 17th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 21st. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, for each race won 6lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band C from Band B 2lb Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). NORTHERN COMMERCIALS have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner. They will also present a cash prize to the stable employee judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have generously contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race All horses which are placed in the first six in an EBF Restricted Maiden or Novice race qualifier in 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 18 entries at £25. - Closed June 17th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (Penalty Value £5400) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.30 - THE TREVOR WOODS MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3092 to the winning horse The second to receive £1450, the third £725, the fourth £362, the fifth £181 and the sixth £90. 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. June 21st. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 15th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. This race has been generously sponsored in memory of TREVOR WOODS by his widow Mrs Janet Woods and children Neil, Karen and Stuart Woods, who 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 17 entries, 1 at £3 and 16 at £15. - Closed June 17th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2438; Second £1219; Third £610; Fourth £305; Fifth £152; Sixth £76. (Penalty Value £3092.40) SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 3.00 - THE PONTEFRACT CASTLE FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £28010 to the winning horse The second to receive £10665, the third £5340, the fourth £2665, the fifth £1335, the sixth £670, the seventh £335 and the eighth £165. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won a Group 1 or Group 2 Pattern race after August 31st, 2023. Enter by noon, June 17th and pay £125 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 21st. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, after August 31st, 2023, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb. The winning owner will receive a Perpetual Challenge Trophy to be held for one year only A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 19 entries at £125. - Closed June 17th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £22000; Second £9070; Third £4535; Fourth £2270; Fifth £1135; Sixth £565; Seventh £285; Eighth £140. (Penalty Value £28010) A SS

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Fourth Race 3.30 - THE MOOR TOP FARM SHOP HEMSWORTH PONTEFRACT CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (Round 4 of the Pontefract Stayers Championship 2024) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5154 to the winning horse The second to receive £2417, the third £1209, the fourth £604, the fifth £302 and the sixth £151. 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. June 21st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 15th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The winning owner will receive a Perpetual Challenge Trophy to be held for one year only MOORTOP FARM SHOP HEMSWORTH have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner 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 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. 9 entries, 1 at £5 and 8 at £25. - Closed June 17th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4063; Second £2032; Third £1016; Fourth £508; Fifth £254; Sixth £127. (Penalty Value £5154) SS

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Fifth Race 4.00 - THE TRIBUTE BANDS FAMILY DAY SUNDAY 28TH JULY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9019 to the winning horse The second to receive £4229, the third £2115, the fourth £1057, the fifth £528 and the sixth £264. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 21st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 15th, 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 16 entries at £45. - Closed June 17th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7110; Second £3556; Third £1778; Fourth £889; Fifth £445; Sixth £222. (Penalty Value £9019.50) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 34 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.30 - THE ALWAYS TRYING SYNDICATE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5154 to the winning horse The second to receive £2417, the third £1209, the fourth £604, the fifth £302 and the sixth £151. for three 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). £25 stake if the horse is rated 53 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 52 or lower with £20 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 21st. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 6lb Penalties, after June 15th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The Always Trying Syndicate has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winning horse. 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 NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race 20 entries at £25 - Closed June 17th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4063; Second £2032; Third £1016; Fourth £508; Fifth £254; Sixth £127. (Penalty Value £5154) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.00 - THE SUNPAK POTATOES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9019 to the winning horse The second to receive £4229, the third £2115, the fourth £1057, the fifth £528 and the sixth £264. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 69-88 (also open to such horses rated 89 and 90; such horses rated 68 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 69 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 68 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 21st. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 15th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. SUNPAK POTATOES have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner 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. 18 entries, 1 at £9 and 17 at £45. - Closed June 17th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7110; Second £3556; Third £1778; Fourth £889; Fifth £445; Sixth £222. (Penalty Value £9019.50) SS

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