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JUNE MAIDEN STAKES
(CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
for maiden three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533. (Penalty Value £5400)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (36 wins from 355 runners, 10%) runs STONEACRE JOE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (9 wins from 107 runners, 8%) runs STONEACRE JOE
Longest Traveller: TOMMIE’S ANGEL trained by R Menzies, Sedgefield, 82 miles.
1 KING’S ROAD DANDY (IRE) (28) 3-5 3 9-7 (7)
Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Magical Summer (IRE) Oisin Orr J
O Clive and Laura Washbourn David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T
B Ballybin Stud Ltd & Mrs Wendy Daly Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Off 8 months and gelded, shaped as if needing run when fifth of 14 in novice at Doncaster (6f, good to firm, 11/2) 28 days ago. Should have more to offer TFRHHHHI BHA-
2 NAVAL LIGHT (GB) (20) 2023-30 3 9-7 (1)
Br B g Havana Grey - Ventura Jazz Jack Nicholls (5) J
O Wathnan Racing K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B Middleham Park Racing Damsa Holding Company W.L.L S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful gelding. 6/1 and in first-time cheekpieces, failed to improve when eighth of 11 on handicap debut at Newmarket (6f, good to firm) 20 days ago. Has the headgear discarded and sets the standard on form. TFRHHHHH BHA83
3 STAR WITH PURPOSE (GB) (11) 40 3 9-7 (4)
Br B g Zoustar (AUS) - Special Purpose (IRE) Jason Hart J
O Mr Roger J. Marley John & Sean Quinn, Malton T
B Laundry Cottage Stud Farm JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Twice-raced gelding who’s run to a modest level in 2 novices. Is fitted with first-time blinkers and needs another run for a mark. TFRHHIII BHA-
4 STONEACRE JOE (GB) (17) 0-22
3 9-7 (9)
Br B g Showcasing - Fairy Dust (IRE) Sean Kirrane J
O Mr R. Teatum Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Whitsbury Manor Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Proved his reappearance effort (second at Doncaster at 100/1) no fluke when again finding one too strong in 7-runner maiden at Ayr (6f, good to firm) 17 days ago, giving the odds-on favourite something of a race. Should go well once more. Engaged 4.38 Haydock Thursday. TFRHHHHI BHA75
5 VIPER (GB) (21) 03
3 9-7 (3)
Br B g Zoustar (AUS) - Classic Code (IRE) P. J. McDonald J
O Bond Thoroughbred Limited Brian Ellison, Malton T
B Bond Thoroughbred Limited Churchill Tyres S
TIMEFORM VIEW 17/2, stepped up on debut effort when third of 10 in novice at Newcastle (7f) 21 days ago, making running. Showed early speed last time and can give another good account. TFRHHHII BHA-
6 LADYVEGA (IRE) (-) 3 9-2 (8)
Br B f Lucky Vega (IRE) - Portico Connor Beasley J
O H & R Racing Limited Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T
B Coole House Farm Ltd. Gemma Tutty Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW €80,000 yearling, Lucky Vega filly Half-sister to smart winner up to 1m Flashcard and winner up to 1m Look Back Smiling. Dam unraced. TFRHHHII BHA-
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O Owner T Trainer
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7 LEELAWADEE (GB) (39) 0 3 9-2 (2)
Br B f Lope Y Fernandez (IRE) - Almond Branches Mark Winn J
O Made in Thailand Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Mr J. A. Knox and Mrs M. A. Knox Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lope Y Fernandez filly 33/1, seventh of 10 in novice at Newcastle (7f) on debut in April. She’s probably one for later on. TFRHHIII BHA-
8 LINEOFSUCCESSION (GB) (-) 3 9-2 (5)
Br B f Territories (IRE) - Orderofsuccession Jonny Peate J
O Mr A. C. Cook & Partner Ivan Furtado, Easingwold T
B A. C. Cook
TIMEFORM VIEW Territories filly. Dam lightly-raced half-sister to smart 9f-1 1/2m winner Naval College out of useful 1 1/4m-1 1/2m winner Sequence. Bred more for stamina and best watched on debut.
TFRHHIII BHA-
9 TOMMIE’S ANGEL (IRE) (15) 4 3 9-2 (6)
Br B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Global Light (IRE) Kaiya Fraser J O Ride for Tommie Racing Club Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW €7,000 foal, 70,000 gns yearling, Dark Angel filly. 33/1, hinted at ability when fourth of 6 in maiden at Southwell (6f) on debut 15 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
2025: MADDELINA 3 9 2 Jason Hart 3-1 (John & Sean Quinn) 4 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 3.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 6-5 Naval Light (GB), 7-2 Stoneacre Joe (GB), 7-1 Viper (GB), 8-1 King’s Road Dandy (IRE), 20-1 Lady Vega (IRE), 33-1 Star With Purpose (GB), 40-1 Leelawadee (GB), Lineofsuccession (GB), 66-1 Tommie’s Angel (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Standard-setter NAVAL LIGHT is given another chance to open his account with a 5-Ib claimer in the saddle. Stoneacre Joe and King’s Road Dandy look the best of the rest in that order, with Viper also in the hunt for minor honours.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.NAVAL LIGHT 2.STONEACRE JOE 3.KING’S ROAD DANDY (IRE)
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MAIDEN STAKES
(CLASS 2) (FOR HORSES IN BANDS B, C AND D) (EBF RESTRICTED RACE QUALIFIER) (GBB
RACE
for maiden two yrs old x Total prize fund £30000 x Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money. 1st £12189, 2nd £6096, 3rd £3048, 4th £1524, 5th £762, 6th
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
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(Penalty Value £15462)
| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (36 wins from 355 runners, 10%) runs COLLEGE BOY Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R & P Fahey (10 wins from 59 runners, 17%) runs ARRBOB Longest Traveller: RICKY PUNTING trained by T Dascombe, Lambourn, 180 miles.
1 ADORAMUS (FR) (22) 3
9-7 (6)
Br Ch c Zoustar (AUS) - Tasleya Jonny Peate J
O Mr and Mrs R Everist and Partner Jack Morland, Newmarket T
B Herald Bloodstock Ltd & Jean-Etienne Dub Private Jet Media Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Zoustar colt who showed promise when third of 7 in novice at Lingfield (6f) just over 3 weeks ago, learning on the job and doing his best work late Open to improvement switched to turf TFRHHHII BHA-
2 GREEN
SOVEREIGN
(GB) (18) 5 9-7 (1)
Br B c Lope Y Fernandez (IRE) - Twist of Hay Kaiya Fraser J
O Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede Harry Eustace, Newmarket T
B MrJ.A. Knox and Mrs M.A. Knox The Sporting Life, Rank Interactive (Gibraltar) Limited S
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 TOO MANY SPIRITS (GB) (31) (3lb)
Br B g Rajasinghe (IRE) - New Road Side Paul Mulrennan J
O Mr S. Bland Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton T
B Morecool Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Rajasinghe gelding who improved on debut form when second of 8 in novice at this course (5f, good) last month, rallying late having been outpaced over 1f out. Step up to 6f rates a plus and fancied to be on the premises.
TFRHHHHH BHA-
8 COLLEGE BOY (GB) (-) (6lb) 9-1 (7)
Br B g Oasis Dream - Chime Hope (USA) Sean Kirrane J
O Habton Racing Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook Easthorpe Hall Stud S
3 LE GRAND ETOILE (IRE)
(-)
TFRHHHII BHA-
TIMEFORM VIEW Lope Y Fernandez colt who offered something to work on amid greenness when fifth of 9 in novice (12/1) at Kempton (6f) on debut 18 days ago. Entitled to do better
9-7 (4)
Br B c Shaman (IRE) - Zanoubiya (IRE) Jason Hart J
O MiddlehamParkRacing CXXVI & Darren Gill Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Thomas Frisby & James Hughes Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Foaled March 5. €17,000 foal, 52,000 gns yearling, Shaman colt. Half-brother to several winners, including 1 1/4m-1 1/2m winner Zannda and winner up to 10.4f Zanndabad, both useful. Dam 1 1/2m winner Betting check advised. TFRHHHII BHA-
4 MR MINZ (IRE) (-)
9-7 (2)
Br B c Minzaal (IRE) - Clearly Crystal Greg Fairley J
O Mr Ian Jones Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Tally-Ho Stud Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 2. €70,000 yearling, Minzaal colt. Closely related to 2-y-o 6f winner French Affair. Dam, third at 8.5f, half-sister to smart winner up to 1m Space Traveller.
5 ARRBOB (IRE) (29) (3lb) 04
TFRHHIII BHA-
9-4 (9)
Br Br c Ardad (IRE) - Evolica Harry Russell J
O Johnsons and Thwaites Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B Awbeg Stud Unlimited Richard Fahey Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Took a step forward from the Brocklesby when fourth of 9 in novice at Beverley (5f, good to firm) last month. Still not yet the finished article and this step up to 6f should suit. TFRHHHII BHA-
6 REAL EDITION (IRE) (-) (3lb) 9-4 (8)
Br B c Calyx - Real Me
P. J. McDonald J
O Mr Peter Onslow Craig Lidster, Malton T
B Peter Onslow
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 4. 20,000 gns yearling, Calyx colt. Half-brother to several winners, including winner up to 1 1/4m Real Gain and winner up to 7.5f Real Force, both useful. Dam unraced.
TFRHHIII BHA-
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 22. Oasis Dream gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to useful 1m/9f winner Maximova out of useful 1 1/2m/13f winner Honoria.
TFRHHHII BHA-
9 FASTHOPE (IRE) (-) (6lb) 9-1 (10)
Br B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Hedaaya (IRE) Cam Hardie J
O Mr Keith Brown Brian Ellison, Malton T
B Mr D. Dolan Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 5. €5,000 foal, €6,000 yearling, Inns of Court gelding. Half-brother to several winners, including 7f winner Tamadhor and winner up to 1m Nuevo Estrella, both useful. Dam 8.5f winner TFRHHIII BHA-
10 RICKY PUNTING (IRE) (7) (6lb) 42 9-1 (3)
Br B g Nando Parrado - Mujadil Jane Pierre-Louis Jamin J
O Millennial Racing Tom Dascombe, Lambourn T
B Patrick Donworth Route Agency Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Nando Parrado gelding who improved a little rather than a lot from his debut when second of 6 in maiden at Hamilton (6f, good to firm) last week. TFRHHHHI BHA-
2025: FAROUGH 2 9 7 Ray Dawson 11-10 (Roger Varian) 10 ran
Running for the first time since Gelding No. 8, 9.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 15-8 Too Many Spirits (GB), 9-2 Ricky Punting (IRE), 7-1 Le Grand Etoile (IRE), 10-1 Arrbob (IRE), 12-1 Green Sovereign (GB), 20-1Adoramus (FR), College Boy(GB), Fasthope (IRE), 33-1 MrMinz (IRE), Real Edition (IRE) THETIMEFORMVIEWTOO MANYSPIRITS left his debut effort behind when finding one too strong here last month and with the way he saw his race out that day, this step up to 6f should be right up his street. He gets the nod over Ricky Punting, who still showed some inexperience at Hamilton last week but is progressing gradually. Ofthe newcomers, Le Grand Etoile looks the pick before the benefit ofmarket clues.
THE FBS CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS HANDICAP STAKES
(CLASS 5)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 x Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): R & P Fahey (26 wins from 196 runners, 13%) runs AY GEE ELL
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R & P Fahey (10 wins from 59 runners, 17%) runs AY GEE ELL
Weightwatcher: FUJI MOUNTAIN won off a handicap mark of 83, his rating is now down 13lb to 70.
O Ursa Major Racing & Riverside Racing Declan Carroll, Malton T
B Camogue Stud Ltd Kjc Engineering S
TIMEFORM VIEW More miss than hit last season and while he’s entitled to be more competitive dropped in class on the back of his return at Thirsk, it’s hard to be confident his long losing run will end here. TFRHHIII BHA75 (-3)
2 VENTURA EXPRESS (GB) (18) 50-6354 CD 9 9-9 (10)
Br Ch g Mayson - Mail Express (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J
O Buist, Crowther & Shields Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Scuderia Archi Romani Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of this race in 2023 and 2024 and while his losing run is a long one, he was unlucky not to finish closer when fourth at Beverley last time and makes appeal dropped in grade. TFRHHHHH BHA75
3 KING’S CROWN (IRE) (26) 155665 D 6 9-7 (6)
Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Textured (IRE) Sean Kirrane J
O Dods Racing Club Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Mountarmstrong Stud Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
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Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 JOJO RABBIT (GB) (10) 0-01602 CD 8 9-0 (1)
Br Br g Due Diligence (USA) - Berkshire Honey Joanna Mason J
O Grange Park Racing XIII & Ruth Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington T
B Berkshire Parts & Panels Grange Park Racing, William Hill S
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored in gusty fashion from the front over C&D last month and having been unlucky not to double his tally for the year when back to form at Beverley last time, he can make a bold bid from a handy draw TFRHHHHI BHA66 (+1)
8 KNICKS (IRE) (23) 3030-60 D 5 8-12 (2)
Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Katla (IRE) Lewis Chalkley (7) J
O Bruisers Boys, Nordoff,Windle,Westwood Michael & David Easterby, SheriffHutton T
B John Grogan & Irish National Stud Stittenham Farms S
TIMEFORM VIEW Attracted support but extended a losing run stretching back to 2024 when down the field at Musselburgh last time. Remains on a handy mark having caught the eye at Thirsk on his return. TFRHHHHI BHA64
9 LUCIUS AURELIUS (GB) (30) 56-5001 D 4 8-10 (8)
Br B g Zoustar (AUS) - Excelette (IRE) Jack Nicholls (5) J
O John Kelly, John McNeill & Kevin Mowatt Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd E. F. Kelly Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has a creditable record here but having started this year with a victory at Newcastle, he’s been below form since, failing to land a blow in a similar event at Wetherby on his latest start.
TFRHHIII BHA73
4 BETWEENTHESTICKS (GB) (14) 030-112 CD BF 6 9-5 (9)
Br B g Captain Gerrard (IRE) - Jollyhockeysticks James Sullivan J
O Mr J. A. Swinburne & Mrs Ruth A. Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington T
B J. P. Coggan William Hill S
TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to his best when belatedly off the mark under this apprentice at Catterick last time but is probably worth opposing off 5lb higher in a better race TFRHHHII BHA62
10 MRS TRUMP (IRE) (13) 04540-0 D 6 8-4 (3)
Br B m James Garfield (IRE) - Musicora Cam Hardie J O R Chapman, G J Daly & R J Parks Paul Midgley, Westow T B Rathbarry Stud R&N Logistics & Daughters Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 6f winner in lower grades last summer and while entitled to come on for her reappearance at Nottingham, this is a stronger race than she need contest. TFRHHIII BHA56
TFRHHHII BHA71
TIMEFORM VIEW Followed up his reappearance win at Wolverhampton with a narrow C&D success last month (from Fuji Mountain) and only found one too good in his hat-trick bid at Ripon last time. That form has taken a few knocks but he’s clearly at the top of his game right now.
5 AY GEE ELL (IRE) (34) 4-33304 D 4 9-4 (5)
Br B g Sands of Mali (FR) - Wild Bloom Oisin Orr J
O Advance Group UK Ltd Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran out of steam when fourth of 18 in a competitive handicap at Thirsk (6f) last time, and while the drop back in trip should suit, he faces no easy task at the weights.
6 FUJI MOUNTAIN (IRE) (10) 35-0240 D 4 9-4 (4)
Br Gr g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Angelic Light (IRE) Harry Smith (7) J
O Ray Flegg John Bousfield & Partner Declan Carroll, Malton T
B Yeomanstown Stud Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Went close to breaking a long losing run over C&D (edged out by Betweenthesticks) last month but hasn’t backed that up, for all he probably did too much too soon at Beverley last time. TFRHHIII BHA70 (-2)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW The likely strong pace should suit VENTURA EXPRESS who may land this race for the third time. Jojo Rabbit is capable of going close from an inside draw, though, while Knicks could feature prominently if on a going day.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
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for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 7 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): M & D Easterby (15 wins from 141 runners, 11%) runs ACTION PACT
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): I Williams (3 wins from 36 runners, 8%) runs VAGUELY ROYAL
Weightwatcher: MAGHLAAK won off a handicap mark of 86, his rating is now down 5lb to 81.
1 SEA OF KINGS (IRE) (27) 23254-2 BF 4 9-9 (7)
Br Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Holy Moon (IRE) Kaiya Fraser J
O Wathnan Racing Harry Eustace, Newmarket T
B Razza DelVelino SRL Damsa Holding CompanyW.L.L, Rank Interactive (Gibraltar) Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran well 8 months on from making the frame in the Melrose when second of 6 at Doncaster (1 1/2m, good to firm) last month, the shorter trip not looking quite as suitable for him. Upped markedly in distance and could prove a tough nut to crack in first-time cheekpieces if coping with the softer ground. TFRHHHHH BHA83
2 MAGHLAAK (GB) (27) 05060-6 7 9-8 (3)
Br B g Muhaarar - Ghanaati (USA) Kyle McHugh (7) J
O New Vision Bloodstock Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Mark Walford Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Chase winner for new yard at Southwell in November but was always behind making his first Flat start for connections after 4 months off at Doncaster recently Significantly back up in trip but tough to enthuse over TFRHHIII BHA81
3 WAHRAAN (FR) (14) 502-640 C 8 9-3 (1)
Br Ch g Le Havre (IRE) - Al Jassasiyah (IRE) Shay Farmer (7) J
O NoHopersJokers&Rogues Jessica Bedi, Yarm T
B Al Shaqab Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW On a going day when fifth in competitive handicap at Galway Festival on stable debut last summer but hit-and miss under both codes since, merely passing beaten rivals when tenth of 18 in Chester Plate earlier in the month. TFRHHIII BHA76
4 TROJAN SOLDIER (GB) (5) 20-2211 4 8-13 (2)
Br B g Ulysses (IRE) - Surprise (IRE) Jack Nicholls (5) J
O Highbeck Racing Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn T
B Clive Dennett Jedd O’Keeffe Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has raised his game since cheekpieces went on, finally opening his account after several near misses at Southwell (1 3/4m) in April. Doubled his tallywhen edging another tight finish in 6-runner event at Ripon (2m, good to firm) 5 days ago and escapes a penalty here. TFRHHHHI BHA73
Br B g Diamond Green (FR) - Miss Chic’vindecy (FR) Ethan Tindall (5) J
O EE Williams & JE Brooke Robert Bevis, Duckington T B Etienne Raquin & Martine Bonjour Wessex Vehicles Services S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner last spring but has seemingly had his enthusiasm dented by a spell chasing, fifth of 7 at Ripon (2m, good) just under 4 weeks ago. Very much a stayer these days but others look stronger from marginally out of the weights. Cheekpieces reapplied. TFRHHIII BHA65
2025: ARUNDEL (IRE) 3 9 1 Silvestre De Sousa 4-7 (Ed Dunlop) 5 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1.
Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 3.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 5, 7.
Stewards Note: MAGHLAAK: Following its run on 25/4/2026 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 15-8 Sea of Kings (IRE), 5-2 Trojan Soldier (GB), 7-1 Vaguely Royal (IRE), 8-1 Action Pact (GB), 12-1 Diamand de Vindecy (FR), 16-1 Maghlaak (GB), 33-1 Wahraan (FR)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW SEA OF KINGS ran well despite failing to justify odds-on favouritism on return at Doncaster last month and with this markedly longer trip in his favour, Harry Eustace’s 4-y-o should prove tough to beat in first-time cheekpieces provided he copes with softer conditions. Trojan Soldier got the better of a tight finish for the second outing in succession at Ripon on Sunday and escaping a penalty, he looks the biggest danger
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SEA OF KINGS (IRE) 2.TROJAN SOLDIER 3.ACTION PACT
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful at his best but hasn’t scored in this sphere since December 2023. Didn’t really impress with the way he went through the race but at least stuck at it when third of 6 to Trojan Soldier at Ripon (2m, good to firm) 5 days ago. Will probably find a couple too good.
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TFRHHHII BHA69
6 ACTION PACT (GB) (211) 002316- C 5 8-9 (5)
Br B g Golden Horn - America Mon Amie (USA) Joanna Mason J
O Mr A. G. Pollock Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Sun Bloodstock Racing Ltd Stittenham Farms S
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed himself a thorough stayer when winning 5-runner handicap at this track (2 1/4m, soft) back in October, lacking a change of gear having looked likely to win even more convincingly. Tailed off in the mud at Nottingham later that month and off since. Each-way claims. TFRHHHII BHA68
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Introducing our new Ponte Premiership Scheme to the 2026 racing season!
How does it work?
Each time your horse runs at Pontefract, you’ll earn points and build your total.
The winner, at the end of the year, will receive a grand prize!!
Points collected: Attendance
First place- 3 points
Second place- 2 points
Third place- 1 point
Best turned out- 1 point Good Luck!!!
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40TH ANNIVERSARY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6500 x Declared Runners 8 OwnersPrizeMoney.1st£2684,2nd£1342,3rd£671,4th£335,5th£168.(PenaltyValue£3402.10)Weightsraised2lbandparagraphs27to31oftheWeightsandHandicappingCodecompliedwithwhereapplicable.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): M Hammond (5 wins from 92 runners, 5%) runs LILLISTAR
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Nicol (3 wins from 8 runners, 38%) runs BLONDINA Longest Traveller: BLONDINA trained by A Nicol, Seahouses, 156 miles.
1 HAVACHOC (GB) (14) 144332 D BF 4 9-9 (2)
Br Ro g Havana Gold (IRE) - White Chocolate (IRE) P. J. McDonald J
O Mr Ambrose Turnbull Patrick Morris, Prescot T
B The Rumble Racing Club - White Chocolate
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T
Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 MUHIB (GB) (11) 435533 5 8-10 (6)
Br B g Too Darn Hot - Hameem Cian Horgan (5) J
O Mr David L. Bayliss Olly Williams, Market Rasen T
B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW Remains a maiden after 22 runs but he arrives in good nick, third of 14 in handicap at Catterick (1 1/2m) 11 days ago. In the mix again.
TFRHHHII BHA44 (+1)
TFRHHHHH BHA58
TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a productive winter on all-weather, completing a hat-trick in February Has continued in good form on turf and posted a good second of 7 at Wolverhampton (1 3/4m) 14 days ago. Player off the same mark with cheekpieces added.
2 HICKTON (IRE) (15) 31-0010 D 4 9-8 (7)
Br B g Kodiac - Ice Eagle (IRE) Zak Wheatley (3) J
O Riverside Racing Syndicate Declan Carroll, Malton T
B Tally-Ho Stud
Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Southwell in April but he came in last of 9 in handicap at Southwell (2m) 15 days ago. Needs to get back on track.
TFRHHHII BHA57
3 BLONDINA (IRE) (23) 65/000-3 4 9-4 (1)
Br Ch f Dawn Approach (IRE) - Cirin Toinne (IRE) Cam Hardie J
O Molly and Paul Willis Adam Nicol, Seahouses T
B J. S. Bolger Opal Collection S
8 ANIFICAS BEAUTY (IRE) (22) 00-0605 C 7 8-10 (3)
Br B m Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Khajool (IRE) Faye McManoman J
O Mr P. Winks Peter Winks, Barnsley T
B Wardstown Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW A two-time winner (including here) last summer but she’s yet to fire in 4 runs this season. Others appeal more. TFRHHIII BHA42
2025: DUBAI VENTURE (IRE) 4 8 12 Sam James 16-1 (Tina Jackson) 8 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6.
TIMEFORM VIEW Ex-Irish maiden who got back on track for current yard returned to the Flat when third of 9 in handicap at Musselburgh 23 days ago, seeing this trip out well. Possibilities.
4 DUBAI VENTURE (IRE) (309) 0/02112- CD 5 9-4 (4)
Br Ch g Masar (IRE) - Dubai One (IRE) Joanna Mason J
O Howard Thompson Tina Jackson, Loftus T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited S. M. Thompson Ltd S
THE TIMEFORM VIEW HAVACHOC rates just the pick of the weights so is taken to gain a fourth victory of 2026 at the chief expense of Lillistar, who should benefit from dropping in trip having failed to last home over a marathon trip here last time out.
TIMEFORMVIEW Took this 12 months ago but not seen out after a solid second at Hamilton (13f) 10 months ago. Needs to hit the ground running on his comeback.
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5 LILLISTAR (GB) (31) 5231-26 6 8-13 (5)
Br Gr m Zoustar (AUS) - Langlauf (USA) Aiden Brookes J
O MrJohn Sidebottom & Mrs Kate Sidebottom Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B T Bloom Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Wolverhampton winner in October who posted a good second at Newcastle (2m) last month. Failed to stay over 2m5f here last month so not out of things back in trip.
6 APACHE EAGLE (GB) (14) 063203
TFRHHHHI BHA48
5 8-10 (8)
Br Gr g New Approach (IRE) - Yanabeeaa (USA) Tom Kiely-Marshall (5) J
O Peak Racing
B Silfield Bloodstock
Jessica Bedi, Yarm T
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains winless but he got back on track when third of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (1 3/4m) 14 days ago, left poorly placed. No forlorn hope.
TFRHHHII BHA45
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for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 x Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (36 wins from 355 runners, 10%) runs MOUNT KING
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (9 wins from 107 runners, 8%) runs MOUNT KING
Weightwatcher: DISTINCTION won off a handicap mark of 67, his rating is now down 6lb to 61.
1 CALLISTO DREAM (IRE) (222) 613300- D 4 9-9 (5)
Br B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Starlight Romance (IRE) Callum Rodriguez J
O The Pistachio Partnership Edward Bethell, Middleham T
B Aughamore Stud Tattersalls S
TIMEFORMVIEW Looked promising when winning 2 of first 3 starts but didn’t kick on as expected in handicaps during second half of 2025. In very capable hands and this represents a pretty big drop in class on reappearance with return to 1m also in her favour TFRHHHHH BHA75
2 SELECTION (IRE) (6) 522605 C D 4 9-9 (1)
Br Ch f Cotai Glory - Maghzaa (IRE) Jason Hart J
O Ontoawinner & Partner Ivan Furtado, Easingwold T
B Colm McEvoy Ontoawinner S
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up twice on the all-weather in February/March and cast aside a couple of heavy defeats returned to turf when fifth of 12 at Thirsk on Saturday. Needs a good test at 1m but has the inside stall to work with.
TFRHHHII BHA75
3 MOONJID (GB) (34) 531-504 D 4 9-7 (6)
Br B g Mohaather - Sweet Cecily (IRE) Oisin Orr J
O The Horse Watchers 5 Michael Appleby, Oakham T
B Mrs S. Clifford Trade Access Panels Ltd S
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Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 KEATS HOUSE (IRE) (27) 34142-0 D 4 9-1 (10)
Br B g Earthlight (IRE) - Maria Christina (IRE) Joanna Mason J
O Middleham Park & Rond Point Partnership Michael & David Easterby, SheriffHutton T B South House Stud Middleham Park Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Beverley and Musselburgh in 2025 before finishing second at Nottingham on final start that year Looked rusty on return to action 4 weeks ago and expected to run closer to form this time. TFRHHHII BHA67
8 MOUNT KING (IRE) (26) 6603-00 CD 6 9-0 (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 VIEW Won this race last season and recorded another C&D success the following month. Working his way to peak fitness this year and he should be spot on now which makes him dangerous as he’s now below his last winning mark. TFRHHHHI BHA66
9 POWERFULRESPONSE (IRE) (23) 4-45431 CD 6 8-11 (2)
Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Aja (IRE) P. J. McDonald J
O Mr M Gilgeous, Mr C Seeney & Partner Geoffrey Harker, Thirsk T
B Pier House Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Visored for the first time when snapping an enormous losing sequence over C&D 3 weeks ago, always holding on. That race hasn’t worked out but he’s only 2lb higher so a danger if the headgear works again. TFRHHHII BHA63
TFRHHHHI BHA73
TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off 2025 in the perfect style when justifying heavy support at Nottingham (8.5f) in October. Gradually working his way back to form this spring, fitted with cheekpieces for the first time when fourth back at that venue a month ago.
4 ARKENSTAAR (GB) (19) 12114-3 CD 6 9-6 (3)
Br B g Kessaar (IRE) - Never Lose Connor Beasley J
O Mr P Appleton & Mrs Anne Elliott Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Tibthorpe Stud Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Thrived during the autumn, winning 3 times in all, including over C&D. Excellent return to action when third at Hamilton 3 weeks ago, despite being slowly away, and he can remain competitive. TFRHHHII BHA72
5 NO KNEE NEVER (IRE) (14) 331614 D 5 9-6 (8)
Br B g No Nay Never (USA) - Question Times
Pierre-Louis Jamin J
O Nick Bradley Racing 18 James Owen, Newmarket T
B Sweetmans Bloodstock Racing Partners S
TIMEFORM VIEW Is being kept very busy this year, already winning 3 times, running up to best when taking 11-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (8.5f) last month. Sound fourth of 12 in handicap at Ripon (1 1/4m) under a penalty 14 days ago.
TFRHHHII BHA72
6 HOPEFUL JOY (GB) (10) 423-0 4 9-2 (4)
Br B f Mehmas (IRE) - Joyful Hope Paul Mulrennan J
O Ms M. Austerfield Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Coverdale Stud Mark Walford Racing S
10 DISTINCTION (IRE) (5) 00-0560 CD 8 8-9 (9)
Br B g Kodiac - Tajbell (IRE) Finlay Bassett (7) J
O Mike and Wendy Yardley John Mackie, Church Broughton T B Tally-Ho Stud John Mackie Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW Won 3 times last year but hasn’t found his best form in 4 outings this spring. TFRHHIII BHA61
2025: MOUNT KING (IRE) 5 9 2 David Allan 5-2 (Tim Easterby) 7 ran Visor worn by No. 9, 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 4, 5, 8. PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-1 Powerful Response (IRE), 6-1 Moonjid (GB), 13-2 Arkenstaar (GB), 7-1 Callisto Dream (IRE), 8-1 Selection (IRE), 17-2 No Knee Never(IRE), 9-1 Mount King (IRE), 14-1 Keats House (IRE), 25-1 HopefulJoy(GB), Distinction (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW It didn’t really click in handicaps last year for CALLISTO DREAM but this represents a far easier assignment and given theyard she represents, she’s sure to bewell prepared forthis reappearance.The return to 1m will also suit so she has plentyin herfavour. Moonjid and Mount King should be at peak fitness nowand theyhead the list ofdangers.
TIMEFORM VIEW Similar form in a trio of qualifying runs in July Allotted a stiff mark on the back of those efforts and she could manage only seventh of 13 on reappearance 10 days ago, merely passing beaten rivals.
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First Race 6.20 - THE BOOK FOR FATHERS DAY SUNDAY 21ST JUNE MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (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 maiden three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, May 16th and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 20th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb. The Pontefract Racecourse Executive will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race They will also present a cash prize to the stable employee, judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries at £29. - Closed May 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (Penalty Value £5400) SS SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 6.52 - THE JUDDMONTE EBF RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 2) (for horses in Bands B, C and D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15462 to the winning horse The second to receive £7251, the third £3627, the fourth £1812, the fifth £906 and the sixth £453. for maiden two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which are in Bands B, C and D. Enter by noon, May 16th and pay £75 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 20th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb Allowances: Band C from Band B 3lb Band D from Band C 3lb (Allowances are cumulative). JUDDMONTE have generously contributed £5,000 towards the prize money for this race. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £5000 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 2026 will be qualified to run in either THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for fillies only) at Goodwood on 23 September, 2026, or THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for colts and geldings only) at York on 09 October, 2026. Both races will be run over seven furlongs. NOTE: Horses entered or declared in a race which is subsequently abandoned will not be eligible to enter a Final. 19 entries at £75. - Closed May 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381. (Penalty Value £15462) A SS SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 7.22 - THE FBS CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below) £27 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £22 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 20th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 9th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. FBS CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner In addition they will also present a cash prize to the stable employee judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 14 entries at £27. - Closed May 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS
SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 7.52 - THE THANK YOU ALEXIA AND GOOD LUCK HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £29 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 20th. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 4-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 4-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after May 9th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The Pontefract Racecourse Executive will present a memento to the owner of the winner. In addition they will present a cash prize to the stable employee judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 12 entries at £29. - Closed May 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 8.22 - THE WTJ INSURANCE BROKERS 40TH ANNIVERSARY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3402 to the winning horse The second to receive £1596, the third £797, the fourth £399 and the fifth £198. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below) £25 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £20 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 20th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 9th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. WTJ Insurance Brokers have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to winning connections. In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 13 entries at £25 - Closed May 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2684; Second £1342; Third £671; Fourth £335; Fifth £168. (Penalty Value £3402.10) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 8.52 - THE SUMMER SUTTON 18TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below) £27 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £22 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 20th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 9th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. LEIGH SUTTON has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, he will also present a cash prize to the stable employee judged by him to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries at £27. - Closed May 16th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS
