MONDAY 30 JUNE 2025
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MONDAY 30TH JUNE 2025
UNDER THE RULES OF RACING
PATRON THE COUNTESS OF HALIFAX
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THE
23RD WILFRED
UNDERWOOD MEMORIAL
AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000 x Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3022, 2nd £1511, 3rd £755, 4th £378, 5th £189. (Penalty Value £3476.90)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (38 wins from 343 runners, 11%) runs HIGHWAYGREY
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 84 runners, 10%) runs HIGHWAYGREY
FancyThat: M & D Easterby won this race in 2022 and 2023. The stable runs UNPLUGGED today.
Longest Traveller: GEORGINIO trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, 177 miles.
1 MARINER (IRE) (32) 261146 D 4 11-2 (3)
Br B g Kingman - Kissed (IRE) Mr Eireann Cagney J
O Mrs Ros Marriott Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Coolmore Torvic Magnets, PRA World Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hit the ground running back on turf with a brace of wins during the spring, latterly at Ripon in May. Last of 6 in handicap (13/2) at Ripon (8f, good) 32 days ago, slowly away and return to this trip in his favour TFRHHHII BHA69
2 SNAPCRACKLEPOP (GB) (21) 2100-02 D 610-11 (9)
Br B g Acclamation - Sweet Secret Miss Amy Collier J
O Kemy Racing Syndicate & Irvine Lynch Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T
B Carmel Stud Gemma Tutty Racing Ltd S
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 RIGHT NOW (IRE) (21) 6/-06420 5 10-3 (8)
Br B g Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Legal Lyric (IRE) Mr Lewis Kent (5) J
O J Batty, R Chapman, R Parks & R Wardlaw Paul Midgley, Westow T
B John O’Connor
TIMEFORM VIEW Much more like it when runner-up over C&D in May and easy to forgive effort back here 3 weeks ago, repeatedly denied a clear run and finished with running left Major claims. TFRHHHHH BHA56
8 GEORGINIO (GB) (55) 0314-45 3 10-2 (6)
Br B g Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Cape Rosie Miss Brodie Hampson J
O Middleham Park Racing XXXII & Partner 1 Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T
B Penelope Cave Tattersalls S
TIMEFORM VIEW Very cheap purchase who left behind his opening run for this yard when a good second of 8 in handicap at this C&D (good) 21 days ago. Same mark.
TFRHHHII BHA64
3 PRIDE OF NEPAL (GB) (17) 0-60425 D 7 10-8 (2)
Br B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Best Regards (IRE) Miss Sarah Bowen J
O Mrs S. Bowen Tony Carroll, Cropthorne T
B Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW AW winner in December and emerged with credit when good fifth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 55 days ago, not ideally placed from a poor draw Enters calculations back on grass. TFRHHHHI BHA67
9 LOUIE THE LEGEND (IRE) (17) 150-000 3 10-1 (7)
Br B g Make Believe - Maayaat (USA) Mr Fletcher Yarham J
O Mr Chris Housego Dylan Cunha, Newmarket T B John & Anne-Marie O’Connor
TIMEFORM VIEW Fifth of 8 in handicap at Goodwood (8f, good to firm, 14/1) 17 days ago, unsuited by emphasis on speed. Back up in trip and drop in grade should both help his cause.
TFRHHHHI BHA61
4 UNPLUGGED (IRE) (18) 006-546 CD BF 9 10-8 (5)
Br B g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Crown Light Miss Serena Brotherton J
O Pellon Racing & Miss Serena Brotherton Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Tinnakill Bloodstock & I. Thompson Stittenham Farms S
TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner Seventeen runs since last win in 2023. Respectable sixth of 11 in handicap (3/1) at Newbury (10f, good to firm) 18 days ago, unable to sustain effort held up in a steadily-run race. TFRHHHII BHA61
5 HIGHWAYGREY (GB) (21) 50-6450 CD 9 10-7 (1)
Br B g Dick Turpin (IRE) - Maybeagrey Mrs Emily Roberts J
O Reality Partnerships VII Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Habton Farms Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Five-time C&D winner Twelve runs since last win in 2024. 11/2, eighth of 10 in handicap at this C&D (good) 21 days ago, met some trouble. Well weighted these days but does need everything to fall right given run style. TFRHHHII BHA60
6 STAR START (IRE) (3) 60-0640 D 5 10-4 (4)
Br B g U S Navy Flag (USA) - Button Up (IRE) Miss Charli Parker (5) J
O Mrs Ruth A. Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington T
B Longueville BS & Ederidge Ltd William Hill S
TIMEFORM VIEW 40/1, bit below form seventh of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f) 3 days ago. Re-application of blinkers may help his cause. TFRHHHII BHA57
TIMEFORM VIEW Chepstow maiden winner last summer but essentially dropping in the weights in handicaps without looking ready to take advantage, twelfth of 13 at Goodwood (9.9f, good to firm) 17 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA66
2024: VISIBILITY (IRE) 7 11 1 Mr Frederick Tett 28-1 (Scott Dixon) 8 ran Blinkers worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 3, 5, 7, 8.
Stewards Note:
RIGHT NOW: Following its run on 9/6/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
GEORGINIO: Following its run on 6/5/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 9-2 Pride of Nepal (GB), 5-1 Unplugged (IRE), 6-1 Snapcracklepop (GB), 7-1 Right Now (IRE), Georginio (GB), 9-1 Mariner (IRE), 10-1 Highwaygrey (GB), 16-1 Star Start (IRE), 20-1 Louie The Legend (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Having found only one too good in a C&D handicap in May, RIGHT NOW can readily be forgiven his effort back here 3 weeks ago and eased 2lb, he looks the answer Georginio is a big threat on his AW effort last time, while Pride of Nepal takes a drop in class. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.RIGHT NOW (IRE) 2.GEORGINIO 3.PRIDE OF NEPAL
POSITION OF STALLS
THE EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE
)
for novice two yrs old x Total prize fund £9000 x Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3657, 2nd £1829, 3rd £914, 4th £457, 5th £229, 6th £114. (Penalty Value £4638.60) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (38 wins from 343 runners, 11%) runs PREMINISION
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Johnston (19 wins from 68 runners, 28%) runs TRY STORM CAT
Longest Traveller: GENTLE GEORGE & YORKSHIRE PUDS trained by M Appleby, Oakham, 90 miles.
1 COSMIC CLARETS (IRE) (-)
9-7 (1)
Br Ch c Starman - Imtiyaaz (IRE) Oisin Orr J
O Mr A Tattersall & Partner Richard Fahey, Malton T
B Colm McEvoy Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 9. £38,000 yearling, Starman colt. Half-brother to 2-y-o 7f winner Feeraas and 2-y-o 9.5f winner Belon. Dam, 5f/5.7f winner, half-sister to 2-y-o 6f/7f winner (stayed 1 1/4m) Bunker Stall 1 a plus if he knows his job out of the stalls on debut. TFRHHHHI BHA-
2 GENTLE GEORGE (GB) (-) 9-7 (2)
Br B c Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Mops Angel Alistair Rawlinson J
O Mr Michael Appleby Michael Appleby, Oakham T
B Michael Appleby Trade Access Panels Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 13. Sergei Prokofiev colt. Half-brother to 6f winner Mops Gem. Dam winner up to 6f (2-y-o 5f winner) who stayed 9.5f. TFRHHHII BHA-
3 LIVERPOOL STAR (IRE) (16) 00 9-7 (7)
Br B g Acclamation - Chasing The Rain Billy Garritty J
O Tim Cottier Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Castlefarm Stud Stittenham Farms S
TIMEFORM VIEW Visored both starts, well held on debut but showed a bit more when seventh of 8 in maiden at York (6f, good to firm, 50/1) 16 days ago.
TFRHHIII BHA-
4 REAL MAN (GB) (-) 9-7 (5)
Br B g Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Abraj Dubai (USA) Clifford Lee J
O Mr B Guerin & Mrs E Burke K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B Whitsbury Manor Stud KB Spigot Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 3. 58,000 gns yearling, Sergei Prokofiev gelding. Half-brother to useful winner up to 6f Star of Lady M and 2-y-o 5f winner Aye Catcher. Dam 7f winner. Newcomer for yard firing on all cylinders with its 2-y-os.
5 TRY STORM CAT (IRE) (19) 32
TFRHHHHI BHA-
9-7 (9)
Br B c Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Second Happiness (USA) Rossa Ryan J
O Mr Jaber Abdullah Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd Johnston Racing Ltd S
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 ALFA PATISSERIE (IRE) (15) 55 9-2 (4)
Br B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Puff Pastry Tom Eaves J
O Alfa Site Services Ltd & Graeme Curnow Ivan Furtado, Wiseton T
B A. McMullan & M. O’Grady B & H Motors Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Twice-raced maiden. Last of 5 in maiden at Doncaster (7f, good to firm, 7/1) 15 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
8 MUDDY NORA (GB) (19) 05 9-2 (6)
Br B f Land Force (IRE) - Cthulhu (USA) Alex Jary (5) J
O Mr N. Bycroft Seb Spencer, Malton T
B Mr Andrew Spalding Eco-Power Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW 80/1, fifth of 6 in maiden at Hamilton (6f, good to firm) 19 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA-
9 PREMINISION (GB) (17) 50 9-2 (8)
Br B f Territories (IRE) - Illusions David Allan J O Habton Racing Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Bearstone Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Twelfth of 13 in seller (125/1) at Chester (7f, good to firm) 17 days ago. TFRHIIII BHA-
2024: UNSPOKEN LOVE (IRE) 2 9 2 Daniel Tudhope 9-2 (K R Burke) 6 ran Running for the first time since Gelding No 4. Stewards Note:
ALFA PATISSERIE: Following its run on 15/6/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 13-8 Try Storm Cat (IRE), 3-1 Real Man (GB), 7-1 Cosmic Clarets (IRE), 9-1 Yorkshire Puds (IRE), 14-1 Gentle George (GB), 25-1 Alfa Patisserie (IRE), 33-1 Liverpool Star (IRE), 50-1 Muddy Nora (GB), 100-1 Preminision (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Stall 9 isn’t ideal for TRY STORM CAT but he sets a pretty fair standard on his Hamilton second and he can put his experience to good use. Newcomers are feared most, notably Real Man and Cosmic Clarets.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
TIMEFORM VIEW Sent off 13/8 and progressed as expected from debut when second of 6 in maiden at Hamilton (6f, good to firm) 19 days ago. Stall 9 isn’t ideal but he sets a clear standard.
6 YORKSHIRE PUDS (IRE) (-)
Br B c Mehmas (IRE) - Puds
O RP Racing Ltd
TFRHHHHH BHA-
9-7 (3)
Daniel Tudhope J
Michael Appleby, Oakham T
B Tally-Ho Stud Trade Access Panels Ltd, Hallco 1766 Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 27. £105,000 yearling, Mehmas colt. Dam 5f/ 6f winner TFRHHHII BHA-
Colours No Horse st-lb
Colours No Horse st-lb
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly. And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and
British Majority funded by the HBLB
THE DARLEY FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES
(CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)
for novice three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £40000 x Declared Runners 6 Owners Prize Money. 1st £16252, 2nd £8128, 3rd £4064, 4th £2032, 5th £1016, 6th £508. (Penalty Value £20616)
(20-25): T Easterby (38 wins from 343
(last 14 days): C Johnston (19 wins from 68 runners,
trained by W Haggas,
1 BLESSED STAR (IRE) (275) 2223- 3 9-2 (1)
Br B f Sottsass (FR) - Roystonea
Connor Beasley J
O Mr Jaber Abdullah Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Lynch Bages Ltd & Rhinestone B/StockJohnston Racing Ltd S
1m 6y
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
2024:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Hood worn first time by No 2.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 3-1 Wujjood (IRE), 10-3 Magical Idea (IRE), 7-2 Blessed Star (IRE), 11-2 Radiant Jewel (GB), 6-1 Empire Power (GB), 25-1 Dinah Myte (GB)
TFRHHHHI BHA77
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent rather than progressive last year, good third of 6 in nursery at Ripon (8f, good to soft), slowly away Off 9 months and a definite factor in this if returning on her game.
2 DINAH MYTE (GB) (-) 3 9-2 (2)
Br B f Sixties Icon - Miss Meticulous Clifford Lee J
O The LAM Partnership John Gallagher, Moreton-In-Marsh T
B Pinnacle Bloodstock Ltd Pinnacle Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixties Icon filly. Half-sister to 7f-1 1/4m winner Intercessor and 1m-1 1/4m winner First Encounter Dam ran once. Wears hood. TFRHHIII BHA-
3 EMPIRE POWER (GB) (11) 6-3 3 9-2 (3)
Br Ch f Frankel - Tisbutadream (IRE) David Allan J
O King Power Racing Co Ltd Tim Easterby, Malton T
B King Power Racing Co Ltd King Power International Co Ltd S
THE TIMEFORM VIEW William Haggas saddles a couple of very interesting runners in MAGICAL IDEA and Wujjood. Separating them isn’t easy as they boast different profiles but the former caught the eye when denied a clear run at Windsor and back up in distance, she’s awarded the vote. Blessed Star’s 2-y-o form brings her into the mix
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MAGICAL IDEA
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. First run since leaving Andrew Balding when third of 12 in novice (40/1) at Wetherby (7f, good to firm) 11 days ago. Should progress, particularly back over 1m.
4 MAGICAL IDEA (IRE) (21) 64
Br Ch f Siyouni (FR) - It’s Magic (IRE)
TFRHHHII BHA-
3 9-2 (4)
Shane Foley J
O Mr Zhang Yuesheng William Haggas, Newmarket T
B Yulong Investments (Australia) Pty Ltd
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly. And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British Majority funded by the HBLB
TIMEFORM VIEW Came on plenty for debut when fourth of 11 in novice at Windsor (8.1f, good) 21 days ago, headway when badly hampered. Sure to progress and she’s of major interest.
5 RADIANT JEWEL (GB) (-)
TFRHHHHH BHA-
3 9-2 (6)
Br Ch f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Main Desire (IRE) Rossa Ryan J
O Clipper Michael Bell, Newmarket T
B Branton Court Stud LLP Michael Bell Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lope De Vega filly Half-sister to 7f-1m winner Urban Decay and 1m/8.6f winner Radiant Beauty Newcomer for respected connections.
TFRHHHII BHA-
6 WUJJOOD (IRE) (15) 3 BF 3 9-2 (5)
Br B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Khayzaraan Daniel Tudhope J
O Shadwell Estate Company Ltd William Haggas, Newmarket T
B Shadwell Estate Company Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Sea The Stars filly who failed to meet market expectations when third of 4 in novice at Salisbury (9.9f, good to firm, 5/6) on debut 15 days ago, not knocked about. Sure to know a lot more this time so improvement in the offing.
TFRHHHHI BHA-
BREED YOUR CHAMPION
THE EVERY RACEDAY IS AUTISM FRIENDLY AT PONTEFRACT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 6 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): T Easterby (38 wins from 343 runners, 11%) runs MOUNT KING Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Johnston (19 wins from 68 runners, 28%) runs HOT PROPERTY
FancyThat: S & E Crisford won this race in 2023 and 2024. The stable runs PEBBLE ISLAND today. Longest Traveller: PEBBLE ISLAND trained by S & E Crisford, Newmarket, 147 miles.
Colours No Horse
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
Age st-lb Draw
1 COSMOS RAJ (GB) (11) 212125 D BF 7 10-1 (6)
Br B g Iffraaj - Cosmos Pink
Daniel Tudhope J
O Mr Nick Crummack & Partner David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd GAIN Equine Nutrition S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Ripon in May. Respectable fifth of 11 in handicap (3/1) at Wetherby (8f, good to firm) 11 days ago, faring best of those held up. Can make presence felt. TFRHHHHI BHA77
2 BOY DOUGLAS (IRE) (44) 3030-00 D 5 9-11 (1)
Br B g New Bay - Lola Ridge (IRE) Connor Beasley J
O Mr F Lowe and Mr M Dods Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Corrin Stud & New Bay Syndicate Magnus Homes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained both career wins at Ayr and hit the ground running in 2024 but low-key efforts in 2 starts since returning this spring. Finds himself operating 1lb below last winning mark now at least if bouncing back.
TFRHHHII BHA73
3 I AM ME (IRE) (23) 530-154 3 9-7 (2)
Br B c Dandy Man (IRE) - Arabian Maiden P. J. McDonald J
O Gaelic Bloodstock Edward Bethell, Middleham T
B Lynn Lodge Stud Tote S
2024: MAGNUM OPUS (IRE) 3 9 6 Billy Loughnane 18-1 (Simon & Ed Crisford) 9 ran
Blinkers worn first time by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 5.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 5.
Stewards Note:
BOY DOUGLAS: Following its run on 17/5/2025 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly.
MOUNT KING: Following its run on 22/6/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 11-4 I Am Me (IRE), 3-1 Cosmos Raj (GB), 9-2 Mount King (IRE), 7-1 Pebble Island (GB), 15-2 Boy Douglas (IRE), 9-1 Hot Property (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW I AM ME has made a bright start for the Ed Bethell stable, off the mark on return/handicap debut at Musselburgh in April and far from disgraced in defeat either outing since Taking on his elders for the first time with blinkers now reached for, he looks one of the likelier types dropping back to 1m. Mount King had a luckless run here 8 days ago and he’s feared for the in-form Tim Easterby yard, as is top weight Cosmos Raj who is holding his form well.
TIMEFORM VIEW Well prepared to make a winning reappearance on stable debut at Musselburgh (9f) in April. Similar form in finishing midfield both starts since from revised mark and he ought to go well again with blinkers now the headgear of choice.
TFRHHHHH BHA79
4 PEBBLE ISLAND (GB) (21) 0-26 3 9-7 (5)
Br B g Cracksman - Dancing Sands (IRE) Alistair Rawlinson J
O Rabbah Racing Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T
B John Warren Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Cracksman gelding who has ran to a fair level on 2 of his 3 starts to date, left with lot to do when sixth of 10 in novice at Windsor (8.1f, good, 12/1) 21 days ago. Appeals as the type to do better in handicaps but assessor hasn’t taken any chances with his opening mark. TFRHHHII BHA79
5 MOUNT KING (IRE) (8) 220155 CD 5 9-5 (4)
Br Ch g National Defense - Christmas Joy (IRE) David Allan J
O Ryedale Partners No1 Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Sun Bloodstock SARL Easthorpe Hall Stud S
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly. And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British. Majority funded by the HBLB.
TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a second C&D success in May and was certainly unlucky not to finish much closer when fifth of 6 in handicap back here 8 days ago, denied a run from home turn and finishing with running left. Certainly worth considering for yard firmly amongst the winners.
TFRHHHHI BHA67
6 HOT PROPERTY (GB) (25) 310-450 3 9-4 (3)
Br B c Too Darn Hot - Instance Joe Fanning J
O Jane Newett and Dougie Livingston Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Mr Charles Fox Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Landed a 7f Catterick maiden (7f) last summer and showed up well on
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TFRHHHII BHA76
first 2 starts in handicaps at Beverley this spring. Ran no sort of race making all-weather debut when last of 7 in handicap at Lingfield (1m) 25 days ago but he appeals as the type to bounce back returned to turf.
THE PONTEFRACT LADIES DAY WEDNESDAY 6TH AUGUST HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5
)
for three 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): T Easterby (38 wins from 343 runners, 11%) runs GLENDOWN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 84 runners, 10%) runs GLENDOWN Longest Traveller: BETWEENTHESTICKS trained by R Carr, Stillington, 82 miles.
1 SERGEANT MAYER (IRE) (21) 321122 D 4 10-2 (1)
Br B g Soldier’s Call - Suedehead Alex Jary (5) J
O THE OLLIERS Nigel Tinkler, Malton T
B Mr James Waldron Alexanders York S
TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever when winning back-to-back handicaps in May. Good second of 7 in handicap at Windsor (5.1f, good, 4/1) 21 days ago, albeit having run of race but he’s clearly in excellent order Stall 1 a plus, too. TFRHHHHH BHA70
2 BETWEENTHESTICKS (GB) (25) 210416 D 5 10-1 (3)
Br B g Captain Gerrard (IRE) - Jollyhockeysticks James Sullivan J
O Mr J. A. Swinburne & Mrs Ruth A. CarrRuth Carr, Stillington T
B J. P. Coggan William Hill S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Catterick in May. 17/2, last of 6 in handicap at Hamilton (5f, good) 25 days and he needs to bounce back.TFRHHHII BHA69
3 GLORY HYDE (IRE) (31) 003041 D 4 10-1 (8)
Br B f Cotai Glory - Sea of Antiquity (IRE) Joanna Mason J
O Swales & Fell Roger Fell, Nawton T
B Mr Derek Smullen OR8 Wellness, Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 8-runner handicap (5/1) at Catterick (6f, good) 31 days ago, running on. Return to 5f no issue but 5lb higher mark might be.
TFRHHHII BHA69
4 MIDNIGHT LIR (IRE) (48) 4550-02 D 4 9-11 (6)
Br B g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Kerineya (IRE) Connor Beasley J
O Denton Hall Racing Ltd
Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Padraig Williams Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2023. Good second of 9 in handicap (18/1) at Beverley (5f, good to firm) 48 days ago, nearest finish. Very well weighted if that’s the first signs of a revival. TFRHHHII BHA65
5 KING’S CROWN (IRE) (13) 042331 D 5 9-10 (9)
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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O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 BUENO NACHO (IRE) (111) 300-3 3 9-7 (7)
Br B g Profitable (IRE) - Spectacular Show (IRE) Warren Fentiman (5) J
O Foxhounds Racing Lawrence Mullaney, Wiseton T
B Kildaragh Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Gelded ahead of returning and looked in need of the run when third of 6 in maiden (9/1) at Southwell (5f). Off 111 days First run for yard after leaving Paul Attwater Makes handicap debut. TFRHHIII BHA67
8 HOLBACHE (GB) (13) 1461-05 CD 7 9-6 (2)
Br B g Coach House (IRE) - By Rights Tom Kiely-Marshall (5) J
O Last Day Racing Partnership Julie Camacho, Malton T B MaydenStud&LastDayRacingPartnership DavidRoberts&PartnersInsuranceBrokers Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. 14/1, 5 lengths fifth of 7 to King’s Crown in handicap at Thirsk (5f, good to firm) 13 days ago. Questions to answer at present. TFRHHIII BHA60
9 GLENDOWN (IRE) (11) 020003 CD 5 9-2 (4)
Br B g Bungle Inthejungle - Elhaam (IRE) David Allan J
O Ontoawinner 10 & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T
B M Brigid B Ltd www.ontoawinner.net S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Respectable third of 12 in handicap (12/1) at Ripon (6f, good to firm) 11 days ago. Eased further 1lb and she can be a factor with drop to 5f no issue. TFRHHHII BHA56
10 MASTERCLASS (GB) (34) 0-05614 D 6 9-2 (10)
Br Gr g Lethal Force (IRE) - Kensington Gardens Cam Hardie J
O Ryan Chapman & Robert Parks Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Julia Scott, J.F. Dean, M.L.W. Bell R&N Logistics & Daughters
Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Nottingham in May. 6/1, respectable fourth of 10 in handicap at Redcar (6f, good to firm) 34 days ago, would have benefited from stronger handling. Fully-fledged rider back in the saddle. TFRHHHII BHA56
2024: CAVALIER APPROACH (IRE) 4 10 2 Rossa Ryan 10-3 (Edward Bethell) 12 ran Blinkers worn by No 10. Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 5, 9.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2, 5, 8, 9.
Stewards Note:
BETWEENTHESTICKS: Following its run on 5/6/2025 it was reported that the trainer couldn’t explain poor run.
TFRHHHHI BHA64
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 14 runs this year, latest of them in 7-runner handicap (9/4) at Thirsk (5f, good to firm) 13 days ago by neck from Match Play Consistency at this level hard to knock.
6 MATCH PLAY (GB) (13) 043432 D 5 9-7 (5)
Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Corazon Canarias (FR) David Nolan J
O chris priestley & partners Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Branton Court Stud
PROBABLE S.P.’s 4-1 King’s Crown (IRE), 6-1 Glory Hyde (IRE), Match Play (GB), 13-2 Sergeant Mayer (IRE), 7-1 Midnight Lir (IRE), 9-1 Glendown (IRE), 12-1 Masterclass (GB), 18-1 Betweenthesticks (GB), 22-1 Bueno Nacho (IRE), 33-1 Holbache (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW This looks really open with the consistent SERGEANT MAYER taken to make the most of stall 1 and continue his fine season. King’s Crown and Match Play dominated a Thirsk handicap a fortnight ago and they head the opposition.
TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2024. 7/2, good neck second of 7 to King’s Crown in handicap at Thirsk (5f, good to firm) 13 days ago, clear of rest. Shouldn’t be much between them again.
TFRHHHHI BHA61
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SERGEANT MAYER (IRE) 2.KING’S CROWN (IRE) 3.MATCH
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THE RACING TV HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6
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for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6500 x Declared Runners 12 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2684, 2nd £1342, 3rd £671, 4th £335, 5th £168. (Penalty Value £3402.10)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (38 wins from 343 runners, 11%) runs GENIUS MISTAKE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 84 runners, 10%) runs GENIUS MISTAKE
Longest Traveller: FANCY DANCER trained by O Sangster, Marlborough, 204 miles.
1 LET’S GO HUGO (IRE) (23) 0-44020 5 10-0 (1)
Br Ch g Unfortunately (IRE) - Barbieri (IRE) Harry Russell J
O Ownaracehorse Ltd, Keates and West Ollie Pears, Malton T
B Mr & Mrs Reddy Coffey Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fifteen runs since last win in 2024. Eighth of 10 in handicap (15/2) at Doncaster (6f, good to firm) 23 days ago. Player on his runner-up effort at Redcar prior to that. TFRHHHII BHA60
2 ONE OF OUR OWN (GB) (28) 6-06350 D 5 10-0 (2)
Br B m Poet’s Word (IRE) - Fangfoss Girls Kaiya Fraser J
O Rebecca Menzies Racing Club Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Mr Stuart Matheson Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 FANCY DANCER (GB) (5) 66-0121 D 3 9-13 (in 6lb ex)(3)
Br Gr f Dandy Man (IRE) - Bedouin Dancer (IRE) Jack Nicholls (7) J
O SpiritedRacing,DBramhill&Mrs BV Sangster Ollie Sangster, Marlborough T B Plantation Stud Sangster Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW 7/4, career best when winning 9-runner handicap at Bath (5.7f, firm) 5 days ago, cosily Carries penalty in a better race but she’s clearly going the right way. TFRHHHHI BHA60
8 KOJI (IRE) (275) 000010- D 4 9-9 (8)
Br B f Kodiac - Yaddo Tom Eaves J
O Mr S Taylor Ivan Furtado, Wiseton T
B Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW 8/1, ninth of 10 in handicap at Chelmsford City (6f). Off 9 months. TFRHHIII BHA55
TFRHHHHH BHA60
TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 11 in handicap at Wetherby (7f, good to firm, 11/2) 28 days ago. All 4 career wins have come over 6f and she’s now below her last winning mark. Looks interesting from a good stall.
3 GOLDEN DUKE (IRE) (195) 434500- D 6 9-13 (7)
Br Ch g Galileo Gold - Porta Portese Faye McManoman J
O Owners Group 139 Nigel Tinkler, Malton T
B Tally-Ho Stud Owners Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2023. Tenth of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (6f, 28/1). Off 6 months and record fresh suggests he may just need this. TFRHHIII BHA59
4 STORM PASSAGE (IRE) (12) 044 4 9-13 (4)
Br Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Partridge (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J
O Y.O.R.C Syndicate 1 & Partner David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B The Cottage Stud GAIN Equine Nutrition S
TIMEFORM VIEW Caught the eye under a considerate ride when fourth of 8 in maiden at Ripon (6f, good to firm) 12 days ago. Makes handicap debut and he’s open to progress. TFRHHHHI BHA59
5 GOLDEN RAINBOW (GB) (13) 360233 6 9-13 (11)
Br B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Stereophonic (IRE) Oisin Orr J
O Holmfirth Racing Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Minster Stud & Stratford Place Stud Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable third of 7 in handicap at Thirsk (5f, good to firm, 7/2) 13 days ago. Stall 11 won’t make life easy to adopt prominent pitch. TFRHHHII BHA59
6 IDEAL GUEST (FR) (35) 00-0255 BF 6 9-13 (10)
Br B g Shalaa (IRE) - Rue Renan (IRE) P. J. McDonald J
O Mr W. A. Bethell Harriet Bethell, Arnold T
B Wilgerbosdrift Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Below form fifth of 11 in handicap (3/1) at Redcar (7f, good to firm) 35 days ago. Quickly reverts back to 6f and represents in-form yard TFRHHHII
BHA59
9 GENIUS MISTAKE (GB) (13) 23-0350 3 9-7 (12)
Br B f Land Force (IRE) - So Hoity Toity Sean Kirrane J
O Dr T. Fielding Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Robin Mathew
TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at Thirsk (5f, good to firm) 13 days ago. Return to 6f in her favour but stall 12 isn’t. TFRHHIII BHA60
10 STARSONG (IRE) (40) 460323 D 6 9-5 (6)
Br B m Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Meetyouatthemoon (IRE) Alistair Rawlinson J
O Mick Appleby Racing Michael Appleby, Oakham T
B Deer Forest Stud Trade Access Panels Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2024. Creditable third of 10 in handicap at Brighton (7f, good, 9/1) 40 days ago. Others more persuasive for win purposes. TFRHHHII BHA51
11 CAESARS PEARL (IRE)
Br B m Profitable (IRE) - Malilla (IRE) Sam James J
O Craig Lidster Racing Craig Lidster, Malton T
B Mrs Tina Cox
TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 22 Flat runs, gained over this C&D in 2023. Last of 10 in handicap at Wetherby (5.5f, good to firm, 17/2) 11 days ago. Blinkers applied.
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Br B g Brazen Beau (AUS) - Sweetnessandlight Cam Hardie J
O Country Lane Partnership Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft T
B Mrs J. Ward Yorkshire Bale S
TIMEFORM VIEW 50/1, fifth of 12 in handicap at Ripon (6f, good to firm) 11 days ago.
Colours No Horse
Colours No Horse
2024: LATE ARRIVAL (IRE) 7 10 3 Joanna Mason 10-3 (Michael & David Easterby) 8 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 11. Hood worn by No 6.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 8. Stewards Note:
STORM PASSAGE: Following its run on 18/6/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed throughout.
CAESARS PEARL: Following its run on 19/6/2025 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-2 Fancy Dancer (GB), 6-1 One of Our Own (GB), 7-1 Ideal Guest (FR), 15-2 Storm Passage (IRE), 8-1 Golden Rainbow (GB), 12-1 Starsong (IRE), 14-1 Let’s Go Hugo (IRE), 22-1 Genius Mistake (GB), Caesars Pearl (IRE), 28-1 Koji (IRE), 33-1 Golden Duke (IRE), Brazen Rascal (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW The return to 6f will definitely help ONE OF OUR OWN and she’s certainly weighted to cash in on a handy draw She’s therefore the most persuasive option, for all Fancy Dancer is going the right way and Storm Passage is a potential improver now handicapping.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ONE OF OUR OWN 2.FANCY DANCER
(IRE)
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THE WAYNE CONWAY MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6
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for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6500 x Declared Runners 13 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2684, 2nd £1342, 3rd £671, 4th £335, 5th £168. (Penalty Value £3402.10)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): R Fahey (29 wins from 217 runners, 13%) runs HASHTAGNOTIONS
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Fahey (5 wins from 60 runners, 8%) runs HASHTAGNOTIONS
Longest Traveller: NAUGHTY NIALL trained by I Williams, Alvechurch, 118 miles.
1 SCARRIFF (IRE) (23) 3200-64 D 7 9-9 (6)
Br Ch m Dandy Man (IRE) - Maria Milena Connor Beasley J
O Mr Gerry McGladery Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Ms Valerie Madden Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW 6/1, respectable fourth of 12 in handicap at Musselburgh (8f, good to firm) 23 days ago, caught further back than ideal. Of interest at this level. TFRHHHHI BHA52
2 ANIFICAS BEAUTY (IRE) (3) 0-02110 CD 6 9-8 (11)
Br B m Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Khajool (IRE) P. J. McDonald J
O Mr P. Winks Peter Winks, Barnsley T
B Wardstown Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. 2 wins from 5 runs this year. Latest win at Wolverhampton in June. 14/1, ninth of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f) 3 days ago. Back down in trip. TFRHHHII BHA51
3 WHERES THE CRUMPET (GB) (32) 56-0031 D 7 9-8 (10)
Br Ch m Mukhadram - Jivry Mark Winn J
O Mr Stuart Murray David Thompson, Darlington T
B A. F. G. & Mrs S. L. Brimble Murtek IT S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 12-runner handicap (14/1) at Carlisle (7.8f, soft) 32 days ago by neck from Top Gun Tina. 3lb rise shouldn’t prevent another bold bid.TFRHHHHI BHA51
4 DASH POWER (GB) (19) 224502 4 9-8 (3)
Br B g Twilight Son - Glitter Girl
Rossa Ryan J
O Mr Adrian Walton Lawrence Mullaney, Wiseton T
B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Arena Graphics S
TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 28 Flat runs. Back with former handler and first run on turf for a long time when good second of 11 in minor event at Yarmouth (8f, good, 6/1) 19 days ago, just failing. TFRHHHII BHA51
5 FIRE EYES (FR) (4) 00/-0222 7 9-7 (13)
Br B m Toronado (IRE) - Aldayha (IRE) Sean Kirrane J
O Mr Benjamin Buckley Lawrence Mullaney, Wiseton T
B Ecurie Castillon et al
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2021. 11/2, good second of 14 in handicap at Newcastle (8f) 4 days ago, nearest finish and unlucky not to win having been denied a run. Same mark here and huge claims on turf despite a poor draw.
TFRHHHHH BHA50
6 ELETTARIA (IRE) (13) 330403 6 9-7 (7)
Br B m Mehmas (IRE) - Rayon Rouge (IRE) Andrew Mullen J
O John Wainwright Racing Club John Wainwright, Malton T
B New Line Stud Ltd
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 NAUGHTY NIALL (GB) (34) 001-000 D 4 9-7 (9)
Br B g Oasis Dream - Always A Drama (IRE) Clifford Lee J
O Mr Jayant Pindolia Ian Williams, Alvechurch T B Plantation Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Southwell in December. Last of 12 in handicap (18/1) at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 34 days ago. Cheekpieces on for first time.TFRHHIII BHA50
8 SPRING FESTIVAL (GB) (13) 4-35600 4 9-5 (2)
Br B g Territories (IRE) - Kammaan Daniel Tudhope J
O The LAM Partnership David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Pinnacle Bloodstock Ltd Pinnacle Bloodstock Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Visored for first time, last of 7 in handicap (12/1) at Beverley (8.4f, good to firm) 13 days ago. Tongue strap/cheekpieces now the equipment of choice. TFRHHIII BHA48
9 TOP GUN TINA (GB) (23) 360425 5 9-4 (8)
Br B m Mondialiste (IRE) - Vera Richardson (IRE) Rhys Elliott (5) J
O Mr Kevin Kirkup David Thompson, Darlington T
B J. J. Davies & K. Kirkup The Osteopath Kevin Kirkup S
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 20 Flat runs. Respectable fifth of 12 in handicap at Musselburgh (8f, good to firm, 11/2) 23 days ago, doing too much too soon Can make presence felt on runner-up effort to Wheres The Crumpet. TFRHHHII BHA47
10 BROTHER DAVE (GB) (9) 164-000 5 9-3 (4)
Br Ch g Pastoral Pursuits - China Cherub James Sullivan J
O Mrs Angela Clark Ruth Carr, Stillington T
B Angela Clark William Hill S
TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 9 in minor event at Ayr (7.2f, good to firm, 16/1) 9 days ago, slowly away. TFRHHIII BHA46
11 MR HEINZ (GB) (21) 6-35350 D 6 9-3 (12)
Br B g Spill The Beans (AUS) - Velvet Band Cam Hardie J
O Country Lane Partnership Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft T
B Hellwood Stud Farm & G. P. Clarke Yorkshire Bale S
TIMEFORMVIEW 11/1, seventh of 8 in handicap at this course (10f, good) 21 days ago. Blinkers back on. TFRHHHII BHA44
12 HASHTAGNOTIONS (IRE) (13) 10-5100 D 3 8-13 (1)
Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Three Knots (IRE) Oisin Orr J
O Mr R. A. Fahey Richard Fahey, Malton T B Tally-Ho Stud Richard Fahey Racing S
TFRHHHII BHA50
TIMEFORMVIEW Good third of 9 in handicap at Beverley (7.4f, good to firm, 10/1) 13 days ago. Stuck to it well on that occasion and with return to 1m no issue, she can make her presence felt.
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle in March. 12/1, eighth of 9 in handicap at Beverley (7.4f, good to firm) 13 days ago, slowly away Record of turf needs improving on. TFRHHIII BHA52
Colours No Horse
Colours No Horse
Age st-lb Draw
13 SPIRIT OF MURRAY (IRE) (84) 06-60 BF 3 8-7 (5)
Br B g Camelot - Winning Ways (AUS) Warren Fentiman (5) J
O Mr Benjamin Buckley Lawrence Mullaney, Wiseton T B John Hamilton
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 11/4 and blinkered for first time, eighth of 9 in handicap at Redcar (10f, good) 84 days ago, folding tamely First run for yard after leaving Kevin Ryan and one of 3 for the yard. TFRHHIII BHA45
2024: COLOANE (IRE) 4 9 4 Billy Loughnane 7-1 (Roger Fell & Sean Murray) 13 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 8. Hood, Tongue Strap worn first time by No 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 7, 8. Blinkers worn by No 4, 11. Visor worn by No 1, 12. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 6.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 4-1 Fire Eyes (FR), 11-2 Wheres The Crumpet (GB), 8-1 Scarriff (IRE), Elettaria (IRE), 10-1 Anificas Beauty (IRE), 11-1 Dash Power (GB), Top Gun Tina (GB), 20-1 Mr Heinz (GB), 25-1 Spring Festival (GB), Spirit of Murray (IRE), 28-1 Hashtagnotions (IRE), 33-1 Naughty Niall (GB), Brother Dave (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW FIRE EYES was an unlucky loser at Newcastle on Thursday and while stall 13 is far from ideal, compensation may still await in a race lacking strength in depth. Scarriff and Wheres The Crumpet are potential threats.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
1.FIRE EYES (FR) 2.SCARRIFF (IRE) 3.WHERES THE CRUMPET
The Seventeenth Running of The Wayne Conway Memorial Handicap Stakes
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First Race 2.00 - THE 23RD WILFRED UNDERWOOD MEMORIAL AMATEUR JOCKEYS’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3476 to the winning horse The second to receive £1739, the third £868, the fourth £435 and the fifth £217. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 50 and below) £20 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 28th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 13lb Highest weight not less than 11st 2lb Penalties, after June 21st, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. To be ridden by Amateur Jockeys who are members of the Amateur Jockeys’ Association of Great Britain by the deadline for Declaration of Jockeys and on the day of the race Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to June 27th, 2025, have not ridden more than 10 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 5 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden any such winner 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). TONY PERKINS has generously sponsored this race in memory of WILFRED UNDERWOOD and he will present a memento to the winning owner and jockey in 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. NOTE: The highest weight stated above will apply at the entry stage and declaration to run stage regardless of the age of the highest rated horse 23 entries, 1 at £4 and 22 at £20. - Closed June 24th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3022; Second £1511; Third £755; Fourth £378; Fifth £189. (Penalty Value £3476.90) A SS
SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.30 - THE EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4638 to the winning horse The second to receive £2175, the third £1088, the fourth £543, the fifth £271 and the sixth £135. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible. Enter by noon, June 24th and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 28th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 4lb For each other race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). The Pontefract Park Race Co Executive will present a memento to the owner of the winning horse In addition a cash prize will also be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have generously contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race 17 entries at £29. - Closed June 24th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3657; Second £1829; Third £914; Fourth £457; Fifth £229; Sixth £114. (Penalty Value £4638.60) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 3.00 - THE DARLEY FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £20616 to the winning horse The second to receive £9668, the third £4836, the fourth £2416, the fifth £1208 and the sixth £604. for novice three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, June 24th and pay £120 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 28th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 2lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb Penalties, a winner of a race 6lb Of 2 races 10lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). 12 entries at £120. - Closed June 24th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £16252; Second £8128; Third £4064; Fourth £2032; Fifth £1016; Sixth £508. (Penalty Value £20616) A SS SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.30 - THE EVERY RACEDAY IS AUTISM FRIENDLY AT PONTEFRACT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 59-78 (also open to such horses rated 79 and 80; such horses rated 58 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £29 stake if the horse is rated 59 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 58 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 28th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 6lb Penalties, after June 21st, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The Pontefract Park Race Co Executive 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 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 19 entries, at £29. - Closed June 24th, 2025. 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 4.00 - THE PONTEFRACT LADIES DAY WEDNESDAY 6TH AUGUST 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 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 50 and below) £20 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 28th. 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 21st, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The Pontefract Park Race Co Executive 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. 15 entries, at £20. - Closed June 24th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.30 - THE RACING TV 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below) £20 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 28th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st; 3-y-o 8st 7lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 7lb Penalties, after June 21st, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The Pontefract Park Race Co 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 by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 23 entries, 1 at £4 and 22 at £20. - Closed June 24th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2684; Second £1342; Third £671; Fourth £335; Fifth £168. (Penalty Value £3402.10) SS SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 5.00 - THE WAYNE CONWAY MEMORIAL 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-52 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £20 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 28th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 3lb; 3-y-o 8st 7lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 13lb Penalties, after June 21st, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. This race has been generously sponsored by the friends and family of the late WAYNE CONWAY. 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 23 entries, 2 at £4 and 21 at £20 - Closed June 24th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2684; Second £1342; Third £671; Fourth £335; Fifth £168. (Penalty Value £3402.10) SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
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