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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
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Office (for Raceday enquiries)
Balcony Bar
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Pizza in the Paddock Bar and Terrace Paddock Food Court
Race 1 2.25 1m 2f
1 Dubai Harbour (GB) 9-7
2 Fox Vision (GB) 9-7
3 Global Resolve (IRE) 9-7
4 HK Fourteen (IRE) 9-7
5 Indian Pearl (GB) 9-7
6 Kingston Brave (IRE) 9-7
7 Mapogo (GB) 9-7
8 Onesteptwosteps (IRE) 9-7
9 Poncho (FR) 9-7
10 The Flying Falco (GB) 9-7
11 The Glen Rovers (GB) 9-7
12 French Mistress (GB) 9-2
13 Luna Dipinta (GB) 9-2
14 Rocha Do Leao (IRE) 9-2
Race 2 2.55 1m 2f
1 Capallcliste (IRE) 9-9
2 Duke of Vienna (USA) 9-9
3 Forever Proud (GB) 9-9
4 Laurentia (IRE) 9-9
5 No Such Luck (IRE) 9-9
6 Poppydora (GB) 9-9
7 Provocateur (IRE) 9-9
8 Villalobos (IRE) 9-9
9 Aussie Star (GB) 8-13
10 Edenmore Lad (IRE) 8-13
11 Makuri (IRE) 8-13
12 Run Joy Run (GB) 8-13
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Race 3 3.25 7f 1y
1 All Agleam (GB) 9-11
2 Ten Commitments (GB) 9-11
3 Different Breed (IRE) 9-10
4 Sonmarg (IRE) 9-10
5 Charlie Mason (GB) 9-8
6 Royal Tapestry (GB) 9-7
7 Alika Breeze (GER) 9-6
8 Mister Mojito (IRE) 9-4
9 Never Dream (IRE) 9-3
Race 4 3.55 1m 2f
1 God Bless America (GB) 9-11
2 Treasure Storm (IRE) 9-8
3 Sugarloaf Lenny (IRE) 9-7
4 Middlesex (GB) 9-5
5 Alvesta (GB) 9-5
6 Orbital (GB) 9-4
7 Myna (IRE) 9-3
8 Thrilling Dream (GB) 9-2
9 Small Fry (IRE) 8-13
10 Muy Barato (GB) 8-9
Race 5 4.25 1m 1y
1 Dutch Kingdom (IRE) 9-11
2 King of Scotia (IRE) 9-10
3 Landlordtothestars (IRE) 9-7
4 Molly Valentine (IRE) 9-6
5 Ring of Light (GB) 9-4
6 Tea Sea (FR) 9-4
7 Luna Queen (GB) 8-11
8 Mykonos St John (GB) 8-8
9 Marayel (IRE) 8-5
Race 6 4.55 1m 1y
1 Valkyrian (IRE) 9-11
2 Smart Deal (GB) 9-10
3 Bernadine (IRE) 9-6
4 Delta Legend (IRE) 9-5
5 Harbour Vision (GB) 9-4
6 Swiss Pride (IRE) 9-3
7 Bishop’s Glory (IRE) 8-10
8 Daphne May (GB) 8-5
9 Hul Ah Bah Loo (IRE) 8-4
Race 7 5.30 6f 1y
1 Global Warning (GB) 9-10
2 Sir Rodneyredblood (GB)9-10
3 Jungle Run (IRE) 9-8
4 Lady Nagin (IRE) 9-6
5 Gherkin (GB) 9-6
6 Havechatma (GB) 9-5
7 Due Date (GB) 9-5
8 Big Bard (GB) 9-4
9 Fayasel (IRE) 9-4
10 Coast (GB) 9-0
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THE ATLAS LEISURE HOMES LTD NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES
(CLASS 6)
for two yrs old x Total prize fund £7000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2890, 2nd £1446, 3rd £722, 4th £361, 5th £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80)
For conditions of this race, see page 47
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Easterby (32 wins from 318 runners, 10%) runs TOOTA TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): C Johnston (6 wins from 74 runners, 8%) runs ELLADORA BLACK LONGEST TRAVELLER: BANK ON KENT trained by D Evans, Abergavenny, 184 miles.
1 OFF THE BENCH (GB) (68) 644
9-11 (6)
Br B c Ardad (IRE) - Davinci Dawn Rossa Ryan J
O Amo Racing Limited David Loughnane, Tern Hill T
B Rosyground Stud Sports Invest UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Backward step when last of 4 in maiden at Doncaster (5f, good to soft) 68 days ago. Makes handicap debut Needs to bounce back.
2 LADY DORCHESTER (IRE) (53) 445330 9-11 (2)
Br Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Lady Kermit (IRE) David Egan J
O Amo Racing Limited & Giselle de Aguiar
Raphael Freire, Lambourn T
B Grangemore Stud & Cavalier Bloodstock Sports Invest UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 125/1, 22 3/4 lengths last of 15 to Betty Clover in listed race at York (5f, good) 53 days ago. First run for yard and this a more realistic assignment on nursery debut. TFRHHHII BHA67
3 ELLADORA BLACK (GB) (16) 006
Br B f Elarqam - Duchess Dora (IRE)
O Johnston Racing Ltd
9-5 (4)
Joe Fanning J
Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Friar Ings Stud Ltd Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sent off 40/1 and found the going tougher out of selling company when last of 6 in minor event at this C&D (good) 16 days ago. Makes handicap debut and more is needed. TFRHHHII BHA61
4 GRISELDA (IRE) (29) 400
Br B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Geizy Teizy (IRE)
O The Trading Partnership
9-4 (1)
Callum Rodriguez J
George Scott, Newmarket T
B Ross Moorhead Fitzdares Club S
TIMEFORM VIEW Matched Newmarket form when seventh of 9 in maiden at Carlisle (5.8f, good) 29 days ago. Nurseries more suitable. TFRHHHII BHA60
5 BOBBY JONES (IRE) (12) 6655
9-3 (5)
Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Queen’s Opal Faye McManoman J
O John Toes, George & William Bailey
Nigel Tinkler, Malton T
B J. Hutchinson Alexanders York S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sent off 40/1 but posted a creditable fifth of 16 in maiden at Nottingham (6.1f, good to firm) 12 days ago, never nearer Makes handicap debut from a very fair opening mark. TFRHHHHI BHA59
6 LOVE GAMES (IRE) (17) 006
9-3 (8)
Br B c Bungle Inthejungle - Coumlara (IRE) Tom Eaves J
O J Blackburn & Partner 1
Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Bawnfune Bloodstock Sheridan Ny Llp S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed more than previous two starts when sixth of 9 in novice event at Redcar (6f, good to firm, 18/1) 17 days ago, denied a clear run. In good hands and type to do better in nurseries. TFRHHHHH BHA59
7 BANK ON KENT (GB) (25) 000 9-2 (3)
Br B g Massaat (IRE) - A Go Go Richard Kingscote J
O Mr S. W. Banks
David Evans, Abergavenny T
B Mickley Stud Emma Evans Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Struggled to land a blow when eleventh of 12 in seller at Chester (7f, good) 25 days ago. Visor needs to sharpen him up now contesting a nursery TFRHHIII BHA58
8 TOOTA (IRE) (19) 445
Br Gr f Sands of Mali (FR) - Zambezi Queen (IRE)
9-0 (7)
David Allan J O Aberdeen Park & Partner
B Billy McEnery & Paul McEnery
Tim Easterby, Malton T
Easthorpe Hall Stud S TIMEFORM VIEW Backed at long odds and shaped quite well when fifth in novice event at Ripon (6f, good) 19 days ago. Hood on first time and there’s a bigger performance in her TFRHHHHI BHA56
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2023: KEEP WARM 2 9 4 Billy Garritty 10-3 (Michael & David Easterby) 9 ran Hood worn first time by No 8. Visor worn first time by No 7. Record Time: 1min 14.0secs; Median Time: 1min 16.90secs
Probable S.P.’s: 9-2 Love Games (IRE), 5-1 Bobby Jones (IRE), Toota (IRE), 6-1 Lady Dorchester (IRE), 13-2 Griselda (IRE), 10-1 Elladora Black (GB), 11-1 Off The Bench (GB), 14-1 Bank On Kent (GB)
All of these contest a nursery for the first time with LOVE GAMES just about the most interesting of them having displayed a lot more on his final qualifying run. Toota is also a likely improver at the foot of the weights, with Bobby Jones allo ed a very fair mark.
Colin Jeffrey ofAtlas Leisure Homes Ltd 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.
POSITION OF STALLS
Unless an announcement is made to the contrary, Starting Stalls will be positioned against the INSIDE RUNNING RAIL for all races.
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THE REMEMBERING PAUL 'STAN' STANSFIELD MAIDEN STAKES
Stan went to work for Timeform from school. After several years there he joined Fothergill and Powell bookmakers on the racecourse. He then worked for Colin Webster, who was one of the biggest layers on the track. After leaving Colin, Stan became an online odds compiler for two firms. He also did some freelance work for Timeform and did the spotlight for the Racing Post. He spent a lifetime in racing.
In his 12 year stint with Colin Webster, we travelled 95,000 miles a year together – as far up the UK as Ayr and as far down as Goodwood. We would leave home in the summer on Monday evenings, getting back late Saturday night. 150 nights away a year in hotels. Stan was a brilliant clerk with the old book system at the festivals, taking 1000+ bets a day and getting them all out with total hold and liability. He also took to the computerised system like a duck to water. He was brilliant. He was a great travelling companion who loved to study the form, especially two year olds. My time with him was filled with fun, laughter and gambling. I can never repeat great days with a very clever pal, Stan the Man!
By David Brewer
Second Race 2.40
THE REMEMBERING PAUL
‘STAN’ STANSFIELD MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)
for maiden three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3414, 2nd £1706, 3rd £854, 4th £426. (Penalty Value £4320)
For conditions of this race, see page 47
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): G Boughey (12 wins from 39 runners, 31%) runs CADARN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): W Haggas (15 wins from 46 runners, 33%) runs YOSEMITE GOLD LONGEST TRAVELLER: MIGHTY BANDIT trained by W Greatrex, Upper Lambourn, 177 miles.
1 HARDY BLOKE (FR) (23) 0
Br B g Rail Link - Vie Sa Vie (FR)
7 10-2 (9)
Ben Robinson J
O Dan Gilbert and Andrew Bruce Brian Ellison, Malton T
B Haras de Saint Voir SCA & Mr Joel Denis Brian Ellison Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winning 3m hurdler in Ireland. Seventh in minor event at Doncaster (11.9f, good to soft, 125/1) on Flat debut 23 days ago, slowly into stride but late headway TFRHHIII BHA-
2 MASTERKEY (GB) (60)
Br B g Cracksman - Exceed Sensazione
4 10-2 (12)
Connor Beasley J
O Mr Robin Oliver Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Razza del Sole Societa Agricola SRL Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Flat bred and finished third in bumper on debut at Sedgefield in May. Looks up against it switched to the level. TFRHHIII BHA-
3 MIGHTY BANDIT (IRE) (15) 62
Br Br g Order of St George (IRE) - Akalara (IRE)
4 10-2 (2)
Edward Greatrex J
O Jim and Claire Limited Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T
B Mountainview Stud Ltd Tipperary 1Account Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful winner at 17f over hurdles and changed hands for €420,000. Much better effort second Flat outing when runner-up at Chepstow a fortnight ago. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 CADARN (IRE) (-)
Br B g Magna Grecia (IRE) - Alltherightmoves (IRE)
3 9-6 (1)
Daniel Tudhope J
O Mr Roger Peel George Boughey, Newmarket T
B Glashare House Stud George Boughey Racing Ltd, Sbk S
TIMEFORM VIEW 100,000 gns foal, Magna Grecia gelding. Half-brother to winner up to 1 1/4m Killybegs Warrior and winner up to 8.3f Ventura Knight, both useful. Newcomer for successful yard TFRHHHII BHA-
5 JAMES WEBB (USA)
(18) 522
Br B c American Pharoah (USA) - Amuser (IRE)
O Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd
B Flaxman Holdings Limited
3 9-6 (5)
Richard Kingscote J
Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket T
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort who is improving by the run, second of 8 in novice event at Redcar (10f, good to firm) 18 days ago. Limit not yet reached. TFRHHHHH BHA86
6 KILDARE LEGEND (IRE) (43) 5
Br Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Miss Aiglonne
O Mr Boniface Ho Ka Kui
B Sunderland Holding Inc.
3 9-6 (3)
Daniel Muscutt J
James Ferguson, Newmarket T
James Ferguson Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW€250,000 yearling. Half-brother to French 6.5f winner My Runner Initially held back by inexperience but ended up showing plenty to work on starting out at Leicester last month. TFRHHHII BHA-
7 KING KEV (GB) (-)
Br B g Masar (IRE) - Bithynia (IRE)
O Blythe Stables LLP
3 9-6 (4)
Paddy Mathers J
Christopher Kellett, Lathom T
B Andy Bell & Tracy Bell Helicentreuk S
TIMEFORM VIEW Masar gelding. Dam sprint maiden half-sister to useful/moody winner up to 12.4f (stayed 2m) Capable Guest. TFRHHIII BHA-
8 REDHOT WHISPER (IRE) (38) 20-0323
Br B g Too Darn Hot - Whispering Bell (IRE)
3 9-6 (7)
Clifford Lee J
O Mr R. S. Brookhouse B F Brookhouse, Newmarket T
B J. Hanly & A. Stroud
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful gelding. Remains a maiden after 7 Flat runs. Good third in handicap at Epsom (10.1f, good to soft, 28/1) 38 days ago. That confirmed his stamina for this trip. TFRHHHHI BHA87
9 TRIP TO VENICE (IRE) (26) 00
Br Br g Bated Breath - La Grande Zoa (IRE)
3 9-6 (10)
David Egan J
O The Trip to Syndicate Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T
B The Co age Stud My Pension Expert S
TIMEFORM VIEW Still in need of the experience when ninth of 10 in maiden (200/1) at Nottingham (8.3f, good) 26 days ago, slowly away Up in trip. TFRHIIII BHA-
10 VALUED (IRE) (52) 0
Br Ch c Almanzor (FR) - Rue Cambon (IRE)
O Mr Peter Jeffers
3 9-6 (6)
Callum Rodriguez J
Edward Bethell, Middleham T
B Plantation Stud Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Cost plenty as a 2-y-o but too green to show much when last of 7 in novice event (14/1) at Thirsk (12f, good to firm) on debut 52 days ago, slowly away Blinkers quickly reached for. TFRHHIII BHA-
11 YOSEMITE
GOLD
(GB) (-)
3 9-6 (8)
Br B g Golden Horn - Tuolumne Meadows Tom Marquand J
O Munir, Souede, Levi & Bromley
William Haggas, Newmarket T
B Mr Nigel Hardy The Sporting Life S
TIMEFORM VIEW 75,000 gns yearling, Golden Horn gelding. Half-brother to 2-y-o 7f winner Thunder Max. Dam, maiden (stayed 1 1/2m), half-sister to smart winner up to 1 1/4m Circumvent TFRHHHHI BHA-
12 CAKEWALK (IRE) (23) 50
3 9-1 (13)
Br B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Tea Dancing William Buick J
O Rabbah Racing Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T
B Godolphin
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped nicely on AW debut and better than result suggests when eighth of 12 in novice event at Doncaster (11.9f, good to soft, 18/1) 23 days ago, weakening close home. TFRHHHII BHA-
13 WADACRE TIVOLI
(GB)
(27) 33
Br Gr f Churchill (IRE) - Trip To Glory (FR)
3 9-1 (11)
Jason Hart J
O Wadacre Stud Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Wadacre Stud Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Third both starts so far, merely matching debut form in maiden at Hamilton (11.1f, good to firm, 9/1) 27 days ago. More required. TFRHHIII BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2023: STAR AHOY 3 9 6 Tom Marquand 8-13 (William Haggas) 11 ran
Blinkers worn first time by No. 10. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 8.
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 4, 7, 11.
Record Time: 2mins 8.2secs; Median Time: 2mins 13.70secs
Probable S.P.’s: 9-4 James Webb (USA), 4-1 Redhot Whisper (IRE), 13-2 Mighty Bandit (IRE), 8-1 Yosemite Gold (GB), 12-1 Cadarn (IRE), 14-1 Kildare Legend (IRE), 20-1 Cakewalk (IRE), 28-1 Wadacre Tivoli (GB), 40-1 Masterkey (GB), 50-1 Hardy Bloke (FR), 66-1 Valued (IRE), 100-1 King Kev (GB), 200-1 Trip To Venice (IRE)
JAMES WEBB continued the theme of race-by-race progress when second at Redcar 3 weeks ago and very much in the right hands to go on improving, he can open his account here. Redhot Whisper is slightly more exposed but brings solid form to the table, with Yosemite Gold a newcomer to consider
Leah, Paul Stansfield’s daughter 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.
RECORD TIMES
5f 3y GOLDEN BOUNTY Sep 20 2001 1m 1.10
5f 3y JUDICIAL Apr 24 20171m 0 49
6f FAWZI Sep 6 1983 1m 14.00
6f MERRYONE Aug 29 1970 1m 12.60
1m 6y STAR SPRAY Sep 6 1983 1m 42.80
6y
6y
13
1m 2f 5y SHANTYSTAR Oct 7 2002 2m 10.10
1m 2f 5y HAPPYHECTOR Jul 9 1979 2m 8.20
1m 2f 5y TOM NODDY Aug 21 1972 2m 8.20
1m 4f 5y AJAAN Aug 8 2007 2m 33.72
2m 1f 27y PARADISE FLIGHT Jun 6 20053m 40.67
2m 2f 2y KUDZ Sep 9 1986 3m 51.10
2m 5f 139y PHYSICAL May 14 1984 4m 47.80
PipalongThe Flying Filly
Fast fillies are special racehorses andtheWeatherbysDigitalSolutions Listed Pipalong Stakes run at Pontefract commemorates one of thetoughesttherehasbeen.
Pipalong, born in January 1996 and bred in Ireland by Yeomanstown Stud, was a daughter of the stallion Pips Pride and out of the Green Desert mare Limpopo, a first foal out of the 1987 Irish championoldermilerGreyGoddess (GodsWalk).
Yeomanstownsoldherasayearling atTattersallsOctobertoacashbuyer for 7,000gns. She was an inspired buy – for the following four racing seasons and through 37 racecourse starts her owners Tom Bennett and Marjorie Easterby, mother of the filly’strainerTim,enjoyedafinetime withthewell-boughtfilly.
As is so often with sprinters Pipalong produced her best as a four-year-old.
Pipalong’s racecourse debut in April asatwo-year-oldgaveconnections an idea of the talent she possessed – she won by a clear 12 lengths at Ripon. Her win next time out at York was a closer affair, she took on Bint Allayl and succeeded by a neck; the placings between the two subsequently reversed in the Queen MaryStakes(G3)atRoyalAscot.
Tim Easterby’s flying bay filly then wentontofinishsecondintheCherry Hinton Stakes (G2) at Newmarket to Wannabe Grand, picked up a fourth place in the Listed Oh So Sharp Stakes before collecting the Redcar Two-Year-OldTrophyinOctober.
At three she ran in some top sprints did not win until August – back at Ripon she beat the colts in the Great St Wilfrid Handicap. Subsequent outings
in the Group 1 Sprint Cup and the Ayr Gold Cup did not reap rewards and it was not until the last day of the 1999 Turf season in the 6f Listed Wentworth Stakes at Doncaster that she put her head back in front, the filly relishing her favoured softground.
As is so often with sprinters Pipalong produced her best as a four-year-old. She won on her seasonal debut before adding a first Group 3 to her CV with victory in the Palace House Stakes (G3) atNewmarket.
The tough campaigner then hit her form of life through July to September – she finished third behind Agnes World in the JulyCup(G1),filledthesameplacing in the Nunthorpe Stakes (G1) to Nuclear World before her careerdefining victory in the Group 1 Sprint Cup ahead of Sampower Star. Her four-year-old season concluded with another Group 1 third this time behind Namid in the Prix de l’Abbaye (G1) at the Arc meeting at Longchamp.
At five, she won the Duke of York Stakes (G2) but then did not trouble the judge again until another third placinginthePrixdel’Abbaye(G1).
As a broodmare she produced three winners headed by Walk On Bye (Danehill Dancer), who won the Anglesey Stakes (G3) and finished third in the PhoenixStakes(G1).
Pedigree Profiles
Pipalong was the perfect poster girl for breeding and buying on a budget, giving hope to smaller operatorseverywhere.
Bred by Yeomanstown Stud, she wasbythefarm’sowninexpensive and sadly short-lived sire Pips Pride out of the non-winning Green Desert mare Limpopo, who was discarded for just 9,000gns a yearaftergivingbirthtothefilly.
Pipalong was the perfect poster girl for breeding and buying on a budget.
Pipalong was sold to cash for 7,000gns as a yearling in Newmarket and joined the stable of Tim Easterby. Carrying the silks of Tom Bennett, who owned her in partnershipwithMarjorieEasterby, she stormed to a 12-length victory on debut at Ripon at two and finishedsecondintheQueenMary Stakes and Cherry Hinton Stakes andlandedtheRedcarTwo-YearOldTrophylaterthatseason.
Pipalong developed into a top sprinter, winning the Great St Wilfrid Handicap and Wentworth Stakes at three, the Palace House Stakes, Cecil Frail Stakes and
Haydock Sprint Cup at four, and theDukeofYorkStakesatfive.
She also ran third in the July Cup, Nunthorpe and back-to-back renewalsofthePrixdel’Abbaye.
The filly who had been bred and bought for such minimal sums retired with more than £420,000 inprize-money,andwassoldasa breedingprospectfor600,000gns. She became a member of the Coolmore broodmare band and clickedwithchampionsireDanehill Dancer to produce Anglesey Stakes winner and Phoenix Stakes thirdWalkOnBye.
Pipalong’s progress from upstart to aristocrat is reflected in the Weatherbys ePassport-sponsored Listed contest over a mile at Pontefract that is named in her honour,asitisregularlycontested bybluebloodedfilliesandmares.
This year’s edition, staged on Tuesday, is no exception. In fact, the likely favourite is one of the best bred females in training in Europe.
Doha, who won the Kensington Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot last month, is by Sea The Stars out of her owner-breeder Al Shaqab Racing’s outstanding dual Prix de l’ArcdeTriompheheroineTreve.
The dam hasn’t excelled at paddocks so far, as shown by the fact that Doha is bidding to become her first black-type offspring of any kind, but she has every chance of doing so, as she won fluently last time and is still unexposedforRalphBeckett.
Both the Kensington Palace Stakes sixth Elim, an Ed Bethelltrained Make Believe filly from the family of champions Belardo and Danaskaya, and ninth Villanova Queen, a Jessica Harringtontrained Mastercraftsman mare out of an unraced half-sister to Sussex Stakes hero Here Comes When, re-oppose Doha in the PipalongStakes.
AstralBeau,runner-uptoCharynin theDoncasterMileinMarchanda close fifth in the Princess Elizabeth Stakes at Epsom last month, also has a pretty impressive pedigree. She is by Brazen Beau out of Asteroidea, a winning daughter of SeaTheStarsandherindomitable owner-breeder-trainer Pam Sly’s rags-to-riches 1,000 Guineas victressSpeciosa.
Choisya, who has run well in Listed contests at Kempton and Goodwood this term for Simon and Ed Crisford, is another well bred contender. She is a Night Of Thunder half-sister to dual Listed winner Pelerin (third in the Pipalong Stakes in 2015), Fillies’ Mile fourth Masarah and ListedplacedBaseNote.
Naaey is an interesting runner for John and Thady Gosden. The daughter of Lope De Vega and the Listed-placed Oasis Dream mare Materialistic has run only twice, and not since winning a Wolverhamptonnovicestakeslast August.
Dora Milaje is also unexposed and could be anything. Elwick Stud’s homebred four-year-old filly, sent out by David O’Meara to win a Haydock handicap last month, is by her owner and breeder’s Woodbine Mile and Arlington Million winner Mondialiste and is out of Barefoot Contessa, an unracedDansilihalf-sistertoPoule d’Essai des Pouliches heroine BeautyParlour.
In fact, the likely favourite is one of the best bred females in training in Europe.
The Roger Varian-trained Strong Impact, fourth behind Dore Milaje last time when receiving 2lb, will likelylineupforthisyear’sPipalong Stakesasanoutsiderbutshealso hasadecentpage.SheisbySaxon Warrior out of Cascella, a winning daughter of Iffraaj and Group 3 winner and Group 1-placed Lily’s Angel.
Caernarfon, trained by Jack Channon for breeder Hunscote Stud and partners, has been out of form this season but boasts the best bit of form overall. The Cityscape full-sister to Fred Darling Stakes winner Dan’s Dream finished third behind Soul Sister and Savethelastdance in last year’s Oaks, beaten just two lengthsintotal.
Race preview from Weatherbys
It is an absolute pleasure to be sponsoring the Weatherbys ePassport Pipalong Stakes at Pontefract this afternoon, a Listed conteststagedoveramile.
Ralph Beckett’s Doha brings Royal Ascot form to fore, a determined winner of the Kensington Palace Stakes from a mark of 85. The front pairwerewellclearoftherestofthe field,andshelookswellworthafirst try at Listed level. Still lightly raced withonlythefivecareerstarts,sheis out of dual Arc de Triomphe winner Treve and has plenty of scope for improvement. Edward Bethell’s Elim was six lengths back in sixth at the Royal Meeting and could have a toughtaskoverturningthedeficiton worse terms here. VillanovaQueen landed the same Ascot handicap in 2023 from a lofty mark of 99 but couldn’t repeat the feat when ninth this season. The five-year-old was giving the winner 15lbs last time though and should be expected to getcloserhereofflevelweights.
Doha brings Royal Ascot form to fore, a determined winner of the Kensington Palace Stakes
DavidO’Mearahaslandedthisprize twicesince2017andhisDoraMilaje is the sole course and distance winner set to line up here, landing
a novice event on debut in 2022. The Mondialiste filly returned to winning ways in a Haydock handicap over ten furlongs last timeanddropsbackintrip,butthis isabigstepupinclass.Caernarfon also drops back in trip here after disappointing over a mile-anda-half in Group 3 company at Haydock. Whist Jack Channon’s four-year-old has been below par onallthreestartsthisterm,shewas fourthinthe1000Guineasandthird in the Oaks last term so clearly has theabilityifbouncingbacktoform.
Astral Beau chased home Queen
Anne hero Charyn in the Doncaster Mile on reappearance, a race she won in 2023, and was beaten just two lengths in the Group 3 Princess Elizabeth Stakes last time. She is the joint highest-rated in the field but would perhaps need a softer surface to be seen to best effect. Simon and Ed Crisford’s Choisya has ran with credit on both starts in Listed company this term and arrives here on the back of a short break. The four-year-old climbed through the handicap ranks with three victories last term and searches for a first breakthrough at this level. The unexposed Lope De Vega filly Naaey makes just her third start here for John and Thady Gosden but must overcome a sizable absence on seasonal reappearance.
Third Race 3.10
THE WEATHERBYS ePASSPORT PIPALONG STAKES (CLASS
1) (Listed Race)
for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £45000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £20052, 2nd £8231, 3rd £4118, 4th £2057, 5th £1031, 6th £513. (Penalty Value £25519.50)
For conditions of this race, see page 47
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D O’Meara (21 wins from 143 runners, 15%) runs DORA MILAJE TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): J & T Gosden (11 wins from 34 runners, 32%) runs NAAEY FANCY THAT: D O’Meara won this race in 2017 and 2022. The stable runs DORA MILAJE today. LONGEST TRAVELLER: VILLANOVA QUEEN trained by Mrs J Harrington, Ireland.
1 ASTRAL BEAU (GB) (38) 340-255 D
(3)
Br B m Brazen Beau (AUS) - Asteroidea Shane Kelly J
O Family Sly Pam Sly, Peterborough T
B M. H. Sly & Mrs P. M. Sly Pam Sly Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEWAcquitted herself well in pattern company last season and she’s run with credit on 2 of her 3 starts this term, 2 lengths fifth of 8 in Group 3 at Epsom (8.5f) 38 days ago. TFRHHHHI BHA102
2 CAERNARFON (GB) (31) 656-350 D 4 9-2 (9)
Br B f Cityscape - Royal Ffanci Tom Marquand J
O Hunscote Stud, P Humphreys & J Sweeney Jack Channon, West Ilsley T
B Hunscote Stud Jack Channon Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Reached the frame in the 1000 Guineas and Oaks last year Satisfactory return in the Dahlia at Newmarket but she’s finished well held in Group 2/3 subsequently. TFRHHHII BHA102
3 CHOISYA (GB) (66) 1621-24 D
4 9-2 (6)
Br Ch f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Fragrancy (IRE) William Buick J
O Mr Mohammed Al Nabouda Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEWFour wins from 11 last year and acquitted herself with credit both starts this spring, 2 1/2 lengths fourth of 8 to Royal Dress in listed race at Goodwood (1m, soft) in May. TFRHHHHI BHA100
4 DOHA (GB) (20) 341-21 D
Br B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Treve (FR)
O Al Shaqab Racing
4 9-2 (2)
Hector Crouch J
Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T
B Al Shaqab Racing Haras De Bouquetot S
TIMEFORM VIEWExcellent pedigree and on the way to proving herself a smart performer, landing Kensington Palace Stakes (1m) at the Royal Meeting 3 weeks ago, pulling clear with the runner-up. TFRHHHHH BHA95
5 DORA MILAJE (IRE) (17) 1/13-521 CD 4 9-2 (1)
Br B f Mondialiste (IRE) - Barefoot Contessa (FR)
O Elwick Stud
Daniel Tudhope J
David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Elwick Stud Elwick Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran well when runner-up at Wetherby (10f) and did well when taking handicap at Haydock (10.2f, firm) 17 days ago. More needed up in grade but she’s a C&D winner TFRHHHII BHA88
6 ELIM (IRE) (20) 2/211-46 D 4 9-2 (5)
Br B f Make Believe - Majestic Dancer (IRE)
O Julie and David R Martin and Dan Hall
Callum Rodriguez J
Edward Bethell, Middleham T
B Lawnview Stud Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 1m winner at 2yrs. Shaped well when fourth at Redcar on her return and not disgraced when sixth behind Doha at Royal Ascot (8f, firm) 18 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA83
7 NAAEY (GB) (326) 2/1- 4 9-2 (8)
Br B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Materialistic Kieran Shoemark J
O The Thoroughbred Racing Corporation Ltd John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket T
B Fi ocks Stud The Thoroughbred Racing Corporation Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEWForm of her Kempton debut second as a 2-y-o worked out well and she duly confirmed the promise shown there when landing 12-runner Wolverhampton novice (9.5f) last August. TFRHHHII BHA-
8 STRONG IMPACT (IRE)
(17) 21-4524
Br B f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Cascella (IRE)
O Ed Babington, James Barne & Partner
4 9-2 (7)
Silvestre De Sousa J
Roger Varian, Newmarket T
B Phillistown House Ta ersalls S
TIMEFORM VIEWWinner at Epsom last October who went desperately close to opening her 2024 account at Hamilton (9f) early on last month. Not disgraced when fourth at Haydock (10.2f) 17 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA81
9
VILLANOVA
QUEEN (IRE) (20) 006-460 D 5 9-2 (4)
Br Ch m Mastercraùsman (IRE) - Quads (IRE)
O Mr William Crager
B Old Carhue Stud & Graeng Bloodstock Ltd
Oisin Orr J
Mrs J. Harrington, Ireland T
TIMEFORM VIEWAstute tactical ride when landing last year’s Kensington Palace at Royal Ascot and produced just about her best effort since when ninth behind Doha in this year’s renewal 3 weeks ago. TFRHHHII BHA98
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: DHA LEATH (IRE) 5 9 2 P J McDonald 9-1 (Gavin Cromwell) 9 ran
Blinkers worn first time by No. 8.
Record Time: 1min 40.6secs; Median Time: 1min 45.90secs
Probable S.P.’s: 7-2 Choisya (GB), 4-1 Doha (GB), 5-1 Astral Beau (GB), 10-1 Caernarfon (GB), Naaey (GB), Villanova Queen (IRE), 14-1 Elim (IRE), 16-1 Dora Milaje (IRE), 22-1 Strong Impact (IRE)
Having shaped encouragingly on her return, the regally bred DOHA confirmed she’s on the way to developing into a smart performer when landing the Kensington Palace at Royal Ascot 3 weeks ago. Well on top with the runner-up that day, she’s worth her place at this level and shades the vote ahead of the likeable Choisya Astral Beau back in slightly calmer waters and very low-mileage Naaey are others to bear in mind.
Nick Craven of Weatherbys will present a memento to the winning owner plus the perpetual challenge trophy in the Winner’s Enclosure after this race A cash prize of £100 will be presented to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race.
The winning horse will also receive a sack of carrots kindly donated by Poskitts Vegetable Farmers and Growers.
GENERAL HELP
If you require assistance please ask one of the 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.
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.
This
Fourth Race 3.40
THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS IVECO E-DAILY, ZERO EMISSIONS HANDICAP
STAKES (CLASS 2)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £27000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £10970, 2nd £5486, 3rd £2743, 4th £1372, 5th £686, 6th £343. (Penalty Value £13915.80)
For conditions of this race, see page 47
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): R Fahey (29 wins from 233 runners, 12%) runs FLACCIANELLO TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): R Becke (10 wins from 46 runners, 22%) runs MATTERS MOST LONGEST TRAVELLER: MATTERS MOST trained by R Becke , Kimpton Down, 214 miles
1 COACHELLO (FR) (17) 15-4050 D
6 10-2 (6)
Br B g Dunkerque (FR) - Rock Harmonie (FR) William Buick J
O Precision Facades Ltd
Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster T
B Mrs M. Leurson & Mrs C. Head Precision Facades Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWSmart 6f/7f scorer who made a perfectly satisfactory start for new yard when running on into midfield in the Wokingham (6f) at Royal Ascot 17 days ago. His mark has eased a little.
2 SILKY WILKIE (IRE) (38) 040250 D BF 5 9-11 (7)
Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Vasoni (IRE)
O Middleham Park Racing LXXXI & E Burke
Sam Feilden (7) J
K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B Mrs Claire Doyle Ta ersalls S
TIMEFORM VIEW Losing run stretches back to last spring and proving hit and miss this term, finishing seventh in the “Dash” at Epsom on his latest outing 38 days ago. On a handy mark on his best form. TFRHHHHI BHA97
3 ROOM SERVICE (IRE) (52) 1331-06
3 9-8 (3)
Br B c Kodi Bear (IRE) - Tamara Love (IRE) Tom Eaves J
O Roddy O Byrne and Robert O Byrne
B Edmond Kent
Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
TIMEFORM VIEWProgressive at 2 yrs, winning 2 of his 4 starts, including a valuable sales event at Doncaster in September Finished midfield in group/listed company so far this term. TFRHHHHI BHA100
4 ROMAN DRAGON (GB) (17) 0-12400 D 5 9-6 (8)
Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Trixie Malone
O Nick Hughes & Owen Promotions Ltd
Tom Marquand J
Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
B Owen Promotions Ltd Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEWKickstarted 2024 with 6f win at Sakhir in February and then fourth in handicap at Chester (5f) in May. Not at same level either outing since, latterly in the Wokingham at Royal Ascot TFRHHHII BHA92
5 MATTERS MOST (GB) (18) 1260-20 D
3 9-3 (1)
Br B g Advertise - Squash Rossa Ryan J
O Mr Robert Ng
Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T
B Kirtlington Stud & Mrs Mary Taylor Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEWDual winner at 2 yrs who resumed with a career-best second in handicap at Windsor (6f) in June. Below best in big-field Royal Ascot handicap (5f) 18 days ago. TFRHHHHH BHA95
6 WOVEN (GB) (24) 46-2040 D
8 9-0 (2)
Br Ch g Dutch Art - Regal Silk Connor Beasley J
O Mr John Sagar and Dunham Trading Ltd
Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Benne Potatoes Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Plenty of solid runs in big-field handicaps for this yard, including when fourth at York (6f) on his penultimate start. Modest returned to 7f at that venue 24 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA86
7 WEN MOON (IRE) (24) 10-3605 CD 4 8-12 (5)
Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Luminous Gold Joanna Mason J
O Daniel Shapiro & David Clifford Ben Haslam, Middleham T
B Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORM VIEWDid well in the mud last season, scoring twice, including over C&D Dispelled a couple of lesser efforts when fifth in handicap at Chester (5.1f) 24 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA84
8 FLACCIANELLO (IRE)
(25) 1516-42
Br B f Cotai Glory - Chilly Morning (IRE)
D
3 8-10 (4)
David Egan J O Amo Racing Limited
B Tally-Ho Stud
Richard Fahey, Malton T
Sports Invest UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWSuccessful 3 times during a highly productive 2-y-o campaign and showed benefit of her reappearance run when good second in handicap at York (6f, good to soft) 25 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA88
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
2023: KITAI (IRE) 3 8 9 Joe Fanning 2-1 (Charlie Johnston) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 7.
Record Time: 1min 12.6secs; Median Time: 1min 16.90secs
Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 Silky Wilkie (IRE), 5-1 Room Service (IRE), 11-2 Flaccianello (IRE), 6-1 Ma ers Most (GB), 13-2 Wen Moon (IRE), 8-1 Coachello (FR), 11-1 Roman Dragon (GB), Woven (GB)
MATTERS MOST was below his best in a big-field Royal Ascot handicap 18 days ago but his reappearance second behind a subsequent winner was a solid display and he could make full use of his plum draw on the rail and bounce back here. Room Service with his sights lowered, Silky Wilkie, and Wen Moon, who has fallen back down to his last winning mark, are others to consider
1ST 3RD 2ND 4TH TIME DISTANCE
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.
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 4.10
THE NEW ATLAS ‘AVANTI’ HOLIDAY HOME HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for three 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 47
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): D O’Meara (21 wins from 143 runners, 15%) runs NATZOR TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D O’Meara (6 wins from 45 runners, 13%) runs NATZOR LONGEST TRAVELLER: DEFINITE trained by H Dickin, Midford, 212 miles.
1 IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU (IRE) (33) 300-242 4 10-4 (9)
Br B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Three Moons (IRE) Oisin Orr J
O Paul & Clare Rooney Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Paget Bloodstock & Eadling Farm Pra World Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEWDidn’t kick on as expected as a 3-y-o but eased in weights and comes here having run creditably all 3 starts for new yard, second in handicap at Haydock (16.2f) 33 days ago.
2 NATZOR (FR) (10) 221640
Br B g Almanzor (FR) - Na y (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J
O Hambleton Racing Ltd XXXIX David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Ecurie Euroling Hambleton Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained breakthrough win over 10f at Newcastle in May and hasn’t been seen to very best either outing on turf/AW since, noted finishing with running left on latest outing back at Newcastle. TFRHHHHI BHA74
3 EVENING STORY (GB) (10) 16-0453 C D 4 10-4 (1)
Br B f New Bay - Penny Rose Sam James J
O Nick Bradley Racing 19 and partner
Grant Tuer, Northallerton T
B Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook Ta ersalls S
TIMEFORM VIEWCourse winner (at 1m) who registered back-to-back AW victories in the autumn. Produced best effort of present campaign when third in handicap at Newcastle (12.4f) 10 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA74
4 DEFINITE (GB) (491) 0/04660- 5 9-12 (7)
Br B g Kingman - Zulema Callum Hutchinson (3) J
O M. F. Harris
B Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd
Harriet Dickin, Midford T
TIMEFORM VIEWFlat winner who failed to improve on previous hurdles form when fourth in handicap hurdle at Uttoxeter (15.8f) when last seen 12 months ago. TFRHHHII BHA68
5 POLAR PRINCESS (GB) (12) 210504 D
Br Ch f Ulysses (IRE) - Ice Palace
O Joss Coward
B Cheveley Park Stud Limited
9-9 (3)
Connor Beasley J
Philip Kirby, Richmond T
Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Newcastle in February. Fourth in handicap at Newmarket (12f, good to firm, 25/1) 12 days ago, coming from a less-than-ideal position. Represents in-form yard TFRHHHII BHA65
6 KAARESS (IRE) (56) 111-610 3 9-5 (6)
Br B f Kessaar (IRE) - Baltic Time (IRE)
Harry Russell J
O Ownaracehorse, Neil Rough & Ollie Pears Ollie Pears, Malton T
B J. G. Reid & A. Reid Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEWRattled off a quick-fire all-weather hat-trick during second half of last year and opened account on turf at Redcar (10f, soft) in May. Efforts mixed on Flat/over hurdles since. TFRHHHII BHA73
7 YIPPEE (GB) (11) 421305 C
3 9-3 (8)
Br B g Zoustar (AUS) - Bewitchment Joe Fanning J
O John Brown & Megan Dennis Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B The Bewitchment Partnership Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner here (10f) in May. 7/1, last of 5 in handicap at Newmarket (10f, good to firm) 11 days ago. Up in trip. Needs a couple of these to falter TFRHHHII BHA71
8 FREE SPEECH (IRE) (27) 2-33233
Br Ch f Masar (IRE) - Lady Liberty (IRE)
O The Serendipity Partnership
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
3 9-0 (2)
Rossa Ryan J
Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T
My Pension Expert S
TIMEFORM VIEW Chelmsford nursery winner (at 10f) who has made the frame on each of her last 4 starts in handicaps on turf/AW, latterly when third at Kempton (12f) 27 days ago. TFRHHHHH BHA68
9 TORONTO RAPTOR (FR) (25) 00-00
Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Grey Lina (USA)
O Amo Racing Limited
3 8-11 (5)
David Egan J
Michael Bell, Newmarket T
B Marbat LLC Sports Invest UK Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 14/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, twelfth of 13 in handicap at Goodwood (9.9f, good) 25 days ago, dropping away quickly Up in trip here. TFRHHIII BHA65
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
2023: CARRIGILLIHY 5 9 12 David Allan 10-3 (Tim Easterby) 9 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1, 8. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 9.
Record Time: 2mins 33.72secs; Median Time: 2mins 40.80secs
Probable S.P.’s: 4-1 It’s All About You (IRE), 9-2 Evening Story (GB), 6-1 Natzor (FR), Free Speech (IRE), 9-1 Polar Princess (GB), Yippee (GB), 12-1 Kaaress (IRE), 16-1 Definite (GB), Toronto Raptor (FR)
A winner at Chelmsford back in the autumn, FREE SPEECH has been holding her form well on both turf and all-weather in recent months and, with cheekpieces enlisted for the first time, she could be the way to go under Rossa Ryan. Natzor wasn’t seen to best effect at Newcastle and he’s a threat along with It’s All About You. Polar Princess is another to keep an eye on for her in-form yard
Colin Jeffrey ofAtlas Leisure Homes Ltd 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.
If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted
WRAP ‘N’ ROLL
Includes:
Grandstand & Paddock Entry
Delicious Yorkshire Pudding Wrap
A pint of John Smiths or Fosters, or a glass of house wine.
Only available on the 19th July and must be booked online in advance.
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!
THE CHARLES STEWART and co STEVE EVANS
MEMORIAL
handicap stakes
We are delighted to continue to support the Foundation in fond and loving memory of our great friend, Steve Evans.
THE CHARLES STEWART & CO STEVE EVANS MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (PenaltyValue £4187.20) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
For conditions of this race, see page 47
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): T Easterby (32 wins from 318 runners, 10%) runs POET’S DAWN TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): M Appleby (7 wins from 38 runners, 18%) runs ARDBRACCAN LONGEST TRAVELLERS: MULCIBER trained by D Cunha, INVINCIBLE AURA trained by M Bo⁄, COOLREE trained by A Murphy, all Newmarket, 147 miles.
1 CAROLUS MAGNUS (IRE) (28) 60-0660 D
Br B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Izola
O R J TurtonRacing
(11)
Billy Garritty J
Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Peter & Hugh McCutcheon Sti enham Farms S
TIMEFORM VIEW Nineteen runs since last win in 2021. 7/2, last of 10 in handicap at Wetherby (8f, good to soft) 28 days ago. Now on a career-low mark.
2 ARDBRACCAN (IRE) (11) 153242 D 5 10-1 (7)
Br B m Lawman (FR) - Bosphorus Queen (IRE)
O Nicholas Hoare
B Ellie Hudson & Llama O’Mahony
Tom Marquand J
Michael Appleby, Oakham T
Trade Access Panels Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Nottingham in April. Good second of 8 in handicap at Doncaster (8f, good to firm, 4/1) 11 days ago, no match for thriving sort. TFRHHHHI BHA72
3 SHAMARDAL STAR (GB) (28) 206 5 9-12 (1)
Br B g Shamardal (USA) - Sealife (IRE)
O Keatley Racing Owners Group & D Moore
Kyle McHugh (7) J
Adrian Keatley, Malton T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Keatley Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixth of 16 at Wetherby (7f, good to soft, 16/1) 28 days ago, needing stiffer test and not knocked about. That was an encouraging run and he’s respected on his handicap debut up in trip. TFRHHHHH BHA69
4 COOLREE (IRE) (16) 253144 D
Br B g Mondialiste (IRE) - Quaich
O Racing To Profit Syndicate & Partner
5 9-10 (4)
Jason Hart J
Amy Murphy, Newmarket T
B Coolawn Stud Class1personnel, Amy Murphy Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Beverley in May. Good fourth of 8 in handicap (7/1) at this C&D (good) 16 days ago, making effort earlier than ideal.
5 POET’S DAWN (GB) (21) 2-65003 D
Br Ch g Poet’s Voice - Dudley Queen (IRE)
O Mr Timothy O’Gram & Partner
B Mrs J. K. Powell & Catridge Farm Stud
TFRHHHII BHA67
9 9-10 (3)
David Allan J
Tim Easterby, Malton T
Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW 7/1, creditable 2 1/4 lengths third of 7 to Distinction in handicap at Beverley (8.4f, good to soft) 21 days ago. Cheekpieces back on (good efforts in them previously). TFRHHHII BHA67
6 DISTINCTION (IRE) (11) 420115 D 6 9-10 (2)
Br B g Kodiac - Tajbell (IRE) Connor Beasley J
O Mike and Wendy Yardley John Mackie, Church Broughton T
B Tally-Ho Stud
John Mackie Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW 3 wins from 11 runs this year Latest win at Beverley in June. Creditable fifth of 12 in handicap (22/1) at Newcastle (8f) 11 days ago. Back down in class. TFRHHHII BHA67
7 HOSTELRY (GB) (11) 130263 D
(6)
Br Ch m Coach House (IRE) - Queens Jubilee Joanna Mason J
O Dennis Clayton and Ruth Carr
Ruth Carr, Stillington T
B Mr J. A. Knox and Mrs M. A. Knox William Hill S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Thirsk in April. 9/2, respectable third of 6 in handicap at Doncaster (8f, good to firm) 11 days ago. Runner-up over C&D in May off 2lb higher
8 INVINCIBLE AURA (GB) (31) 3-14050 D
Br B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Bright Approach (IRE)
O What A Time To Be Alive 2 & Les Boyer
3 9-8 (9)
Daniel Muscutt J
Marco Botti, Newmarket T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Marco Bo⁄ Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Southwell in March. Last in handicap (25/1) at Haydock (8.2f, good to firm) 31 days ago. Has gone off the boil and needs to bounce back. TFRHHIII BHA74
9 DIDDY MAN (GB) (21) 24-1106 D
Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Milldale
O Miss H. Bethell
3 9-7 (5)
Richard Kingscote J
Harriet Bethell, Arnold T
B Wha on Manor Stud Tote, Beverley Racecourse S
TIMEFORM VIEW 2 wins from 4 runs this year Latest win at Doncaster in April. Well-backed 13/2, sixth in handicap at Catterick (7f, good to soft) 21 days ago, hanging left over 1f out. TFRHHHII BHA73
10 MULCIBER (GB) (12) 610-123 D
Br B g Advertise - Volcanique (IRE)
O Pompey Ventures 6
3 8-13 (10)
David Egan J
Dylan Cunha, Newmarket T
B Fi ocks Stud, Monceaux & Arrow Farm Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle in February 17/2, first run since leaving Marco Botti when good third of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f) 12 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA65
11 BATEMAN (IRE) (20) 6-55
3 8-13 (8)
Br B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Fiuise (IRE) Rossa Ryan J
O Mostly Cloudy Syndicate Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T
B Epona Bloodstock Ltd Gemma Tu y Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Mid-division at best in 3 maidens for 3 different yards, not knocked about when fifth of 12 at Ripon (6f, good) 20 days ago. May do better now entering handicaps up in trip. TFRHHHII BHA65
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: LERWICK 3 9 4 Callum Rodriguez 7-4 (Edward Bethell) 7 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 8. Visor worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 2, 10. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5, 7.
Record Time: 1min 40.6secs; Median Time: 1min 45.90secs Stewards Note:
HOSTELRY: Following its run on 28/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
Probable S.P.’s: 5-1 Ardbraccan (IRE), 6-1 Mulciber (GB), 7-1 Shamardal Star (GB), 15-2 Carolus Magnus (IRE), 10-1 Coolree (IRE), 11-1 Bateman (IRE), 12-1 Distinction (IRE), 14-1 Poet’s Dawn (GB), Hostelry (GB), 16-1 Diddy Man (GB), 33-1 Invincible Aura (GB)
A number to consider but SHAMARDAL STAR appeals as the type to do be er now handicapping up in trip and could be worth chancing. Ardbraccan is a danger, while Mulciber might prove to be the pick of the 3-y-os if proving as good on turf
Charles Stewart & Co 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.
CHILDREN
Under 18’s accompanied by an adult are free everywhere.
The Park Suite Restaurant
The Park Suite in the Premier Enclosure offers you a reserved table for the whole meeting.
With tables overlooking the Winning Post or the Parade Ring, it’s the ideal choice for those who would like to have a base for the day, whilst enjoying exquisite cuisine.
Premier Enclosure Admission
4 course carvery lunch
Light afternoon tea
Balconies overlooking the winning post, winners enclosure and parade ring
Happy 50th Birthday to the Wonderful Sarah Smith
Seventh Race 5.17
THE SARAH SMITH 50TH BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES
(CLASS 5)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3414, 2nd £1706, 3rd £854, 4th £426. (Penalty Value £4320)
For conditions of this race, see page 47
LEADING COURSE TRAINER (19-24): P Midgley (21 wins from 135 runners, 16%) runs EMPEROR CARADOC TRAINER-IN-FORM (LAST 14 DAYS): D O’Meara (6 wins from 45 runners, 13%) runs SOUND REASON LONGEST TRAVELLER: NEWYORKSTATEOFMIND trained by R Carr, Stillington, 82 miles.
1 CAVALIER APPROACH (IRE) (8) 10-0451 CD 4 10-4 (in 5lb ex) (2)
Br Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Beauty Pageant (IRE) Rossa Ryan J
O Mr George Murray Edward Bethell, Middleham T
B Ballinvana House Stud Precision Pumping & Metering Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 12-runner handicap at this C&D (good, well-backed 10/3) 8 days ago. Can go well again under penalty from low draw TFRHHHHH BHA67
2 GHATHANFAR (IRE) (24) 55-3230 C D
(12)
Br Br g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Cuis Ghaire (IRE) Jason Hart J
O Mr W. J. Laws Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor T
B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Houghton Bunkhouse S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Twenty two runs since last win in 2022. 18/1, below form eleventh of 20 in handicap at York (6f, soft) 24 days ago, unable to dominate. Rare go over 5f and this is easier. TFRHHHII BHA70
3 DICKO THE LEGEND (IRE) (8) 1-24633
Br B g Ardad (IRE) - Caledonia Princess
O Mrs S Hibbert, Foulrice Park Racing Ltd
4 9-13 (9)
Billy Garritty J
Liam Bailey, Middleham T
B O’Connor International Limited Show Business Interiors Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual AW winner for Roger Ingram last year 8/1, creditable third of 8 in handicap at this course (6f, good) 8 days ago. One to consider TFRHHHII BHA67
4 NEWYORKSTATEOFMIND (GB) (11) 100515 D 7 9-13 (3)
Br B g Brazen Beau (AUS) - Albany Rose (IRE)
O Ruth Carr Racing Club
James Sullivan J
Ruth Carr, Stillington T
B M. E. Broughton William Hill S
TIMEFORM VIEW 2 wins from 6 runs this year Latest win at Hamilton in June. 18/1, respectable fifth of 14 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 11 days ago, best work finish. TFRHHHII BHA67
5 SOUND REASON (GB) (8) 406446 D
Br Ch g Hot Streak (IRE) - Brown Eyed Honey
O Hambleton Racing Ltd XXIX
(1)
Daniel Tudhope J
David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B The Brown Eyed Honey Partnership Hambleton Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2023. Respectable 2 3/4 lengths sixth of 12 to Cavalier Approach in handicap (8/1) at this C&D (good) 8 days ago, reared leaving stalls. TFRHHHII BHA66
6 EMPEROR CARADOC (FR) (29) 000222 BF
Br B g Siyouni (FR) - Tribune Libre (IRE)
5 9-12 (11)
David Nolan J
O Dan Maltby Bloodstock Limited Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Ecurie Des Monceaux & Skymarc Farm Inc Sunnyhill Properties (Yorkshire) Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2022. Creditable second of 8 in handicap at this C&D (good, 9/4) 29 days ago, keeping on having been outpaced over 2f out. TFRHHHII BHA66
7 LET’S GO HUGO (IRE) (8) 301444 D
Br Ch g Unfortunately (IRE) - Barbieri (IRE)
4 9-12 (10)
Brandon Wilkie (5) J
O Ownaracehorse Ltd, Keates and West Ollie Pears, Malton T
B Mr & Mrs Reddy Coffey Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle (5f) in April. Respectable 2 1/4 lengths fourth to Cavalier Approach in handicap (14/1) at this C&D (good) 8 days ago, running on late TFRHHHII BHA66
8 ZARGUN (GER) (57) 601066 D
Br B g Rock of Gibraltar (IRE) - Zenaat
9 9-10 (7)
Phil Dennis J
O Sexy Six Partnership Scott Dixon, Rolleston T
B Gestut Karlshof Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Doncaster in March. Respectable sixth of 12 in handicap at Catterick (6f, good, 11/1) 57 days ago. Yard has had multiple long-priced winners in recent weeks. TFRHHHII BHA64
9 IMPERIOUSITY (GB) (206) 213RTR- D
Br Ch g Tasleet - Great Hope (IRE)
O Mr J. Morris
B Petches Farm Ltd
4 9-6 (8)
Mark Winn (3) J
Shaun Harris, Worksop T
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Salisbury in September Has refused to race last 3 starts. First run for 6 months/after leaving Ian McInnes. TFRHHIII BHA60
10 PROTEST RALLY (IRE) (8) 401242 D
4 9-4 (4)
Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Odyssee (FR) Tom Marquand J
O Mrs C M Clarke, Foulrice Park Racing Ltd
Liam Bailey, Middleham T
B Tom Radley Show Business Interiors Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Musselburgh in June. Creditable 1 1/2 lengths joint-second of 12 to Cavalier Approach in handicap (22/1) at this C&D (good) 8 days ago. TFRHHHHI BHA58
11 LETTUCE LEAF (GB) (23) 445-30
3 9-3 (5)
Br B f Tasleet - Mookhlesa Tom Eaves J
O T T Racing Tom Tate, Tadcaster T
B Mrs D. O’Brien Tom Tate Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fifteenth in handicap at Thirsk (5f, good, 13/2) 23 days ago, stumbling leaving stalls. Better judged on promising reappearance at Redcar and remains unexposed. TFRHHHII BHA62
12 DUNNINGTON LAD (IRE) (12) 400-015 D 4 9-1 (6)
Br Ch g Camacho - Streetlady (USA) Harrison Shaw J
O The Golden Partnership Peter Winks, Barnsley T B Grangemore Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Ripon in June. Fifth of 8 in handicap (15/2) at Nottingham (5f, good to firm) 12 days ago, racing closer to pace than ideal. Not taken lightly TFRHHHII BHA55
DECLARED RUNNERS 12
2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Blinkers worn by No. 1, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 6, 10.
Record Time: 1min 0.49secs; Median Time: 1min 3.30secs Stewards Note: SOUND REASON: Following its run on 1/7/2024 it was reported that the horse missed the break. LET’S GO HUGO: Following its run on 1/7/2024 it was reported that the horse missed the break LETTUCE LEAF: Following its run on 16/6/2024 it was reported that the horse slipped.
Probable S.P.’s: 7-2 Cavalier Approach (IRE), 13-2 Emperor Caradoc (FR), 15-2 Dicko The Legend (IRE), 9-1 Protest Rally (IRE), 11-1 Le uce Leaf (GB), 12-1 Sound Reason (GB), 14-1 Let’s Go Hugo (IRE), 16-1 Ghathanfar (IRE), 20-1 Newyorkstateofmind (GB), Zargun (GER), 25-1 Dunnington Lad (IRE), 40-1 Imperiousity (GB)
Last week’s C&D 1-2 CAVALIER APPROACH and Protest Rally (dead-heated for second) can come to the fore again, with Ed Bethell’s 4-y-o taken to confirm the form over his rival and follow up with Rossa Ryan in the plate once more. Le uce Leaf, the only 3-y-o in the field, remains unexposed now taking on older rivals and could produce a bigger performance.
Sarah Smith 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
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 2.10 - THE ATLAS LEISURE HOMES LTD NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for two yrs old only, Rated 0-65 (also open to such horses rated 66 and 67 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, July 3rd and pay £15 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 7th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 29th, 2024, for each race won 6lb. This race has been sponsored by ATLAS LEISURE HOMES LTD in support of the PONTEFRACT SPORTS AND EDUCATION FOUNDATION. They will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 15 entries at £15. - Closed July 3rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.40 - THE REMEMBERING PAUL ‘STAN’ STANSFIELD MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4320 to the winning horse The second to receive £2028, the third £1014 and the fourth £507. for maiden three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, July 3rd and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 7th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 6lb; fillies 9st 1lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb. ANDY THORNTON has generously sponsored this race in memory of Paul Stansfield and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged by him to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 23 entries at £20. - Closed July 3rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3414; Second £1706; Third £854; Fourth £426. (Penalty Value £4320) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 3.10 - THE WEATHERBYS ePASSPORT PIPALONG STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £25519 to the winning horse The second to receive £9675, the third £4842, the fourth £2412, the fifth £1210 and the sixth £607. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won a Group 1 Pattern race after 2023. Enter by noon, July 3rd and pay £125 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 7th. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb Of a Group 2 race 7lb. The winning owner will receive a Perpetual Challenge Trophy, to be held for one year only WEATHERBYS have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 15 entries at £125. - Closed July 3rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £20052; Second £8231; Third £4118; Fourth £2057; Fifth £1031; Sixth £513. (Penalty Value £25519.50) A SS SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.40 - THE NORTHERN COMMERCIALS IVECO E-DAILY, ZERO EMISSIONS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13915 to the winning horse The second to receive £6525, the third £3264, the fourth £1630, the fifth £815 and the sixth £407. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £70 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £14 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £56 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 7th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after June 29th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. NORTHERN COMMERCIALS have generously sponsored this race They will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, they will present a cash prize to the stable employee judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 12 entries, 1 at £14 and 11 at £70. - Closed July 3rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10970; Second £5486; Third £2743; Fourth £1372; Fifth £686; Sixth £343. (Penalty Value £13915.80) SS SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 4.10 - THE NEW ATLAS ‘AVANTI’ HOLIDAY HOME HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 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. July 7th. 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 4lb Penalties, after June 29th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. This race has been sponsored by ATLAS LEISURE HOMES LTD in support of the PONTEFRACT SPORTS AND EDUCATION FOUNDATION. They will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race 16 entries at £20. - Closed July 3rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.45 - THE CHARLES STEWART & CO STEVE EVANS MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 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. July 7th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 7lb Penalties, after June 29th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. This race has been sponsored by CHARLES STEWART & CO in support of the PONTEFRACT SPORTS AND EDUCATION FOUNDATION. They will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 28 entries at £20. - Closed July 3rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.17 - THE SARAH SMITH 50TH BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4320 to the winning horse The second to receive £2028, the third £1014 and the fourth £507. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 49-68 (also open to such horses rated 69 and 70; such horses rated 48 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £20 stake if the horse is rated 49 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 48 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 7th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 29th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. ED SMITH has generously sponsored this race on the occasion of his wife, Sarah’s birthday. SARAH SMITH will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition, she will also present a cash prize to the stable employee, judged by her, to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 17 entries at £20. - Closed July 3rd, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3414; Second £1706; Third £854; Fourth £426. (Penalty Value £4320) SS
SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE.
