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THE PONTEFRACT RACES AUTISM IN RACING EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
for novice two yrs old x Total prize fund £11000 x Declared Runners 6 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4694, 2nd £2346, 3rd £1174, 4th £586. (Penalty Value £5940) 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 (36 wins from 357 runners, 10%) runs EXCESSIVE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 106 runners, 8%) runs EXCESSIVE Longest Traveller: LA FUERZA trained by S & E Crisford, Newmarket, 147 miles.
Colours No Horse
1 CLASH OF
HEARTS
(IRE) (22) 23
Age st-lb Draw
9-7 (3)
Br Ch c Mehmas (IRE) - Symbol of Love M. P. Sheehy J
O Andy Finneran and Partners Adrian Keatley, Malton T
B Tally-Ho Stud Keatley Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Powerfully-built son of Mehmas fared best of the newcomers when second in a 15-runner York novice (6f) on debut and gave another good account despite looking unsuited by the drop in trip when third of 9 at Beverley (5f) next time. The one to beat back up in trip. TFRHHHHH BHA-
2
EXCESSIVE (IRE)
(12) 4
9-7 (1)
Br B g Cotai Glory - Flawless Beauty David Allan J
O Fine Claret Racing & Ptnr Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Jim Corcoran Easthorpe Hall Stud S
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
2025: ENCHANT (IRE) 2 9 2 Sam James 10-11 (K R Burke) 3 ran
PROBABLE S.P.’s 8-11 Clash of Hearts (IRE), 5-1 Onslaught (IRE), 11-2 Regal Tiger (GB), 9-1 Excessive (IRE), 28-1 La Fuerza (IRE), 50-1 Sole Ruler (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW CLASH OF HEARTS sets a clear standard here and he should get off the mark. Regal Tiger is probably better than he was able to show at Haydock on debut and might pose the biggest threat ahead of the Fahey-trained newcomer Onslaught.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CLASH OF HEARTS (IRE) 2.REGAL TIGER 3.ONSLAUGHT (IRE)
3 LA FUERZA (IRE) (18) 0
TFRHHHII BHA-
TIMEFORM VIEW Cotai Glory gelding went off 66/1 but showed ability when fourth of 8 in novice at Carlisle (5f, soft) on debut 12 days ago. Open to improvement but probably playing for places at best.
9-7 (6)
Br B c Churchill (IRE) - Spanish Intent Callum Rodriguez J
O Rabbah Racing Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket T
B China Horse Club International Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Churchill colt cost €80,000 as a yearling but achieved little when eighth of 12 in novice at Nottingham (6f, good to soft) on debut 18 days ago.
TFRHHIII BHA-
4 ONSLAUGHT (IRE) (-) 9-7 (2)
Br B c Minzaal (IRE) - Sans Sommeil (FR) Oisin Orr J
O John Rhodes & Peter Timmins Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B Powerstown Stud & Ballysax Bloodstock Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 8. 60,000 gns foal, 68,000 gns yearling, Minzaal colt. Dam, sprint maiden in France, half-sister to smart French/UAE 5f-7f winner Al Tariq. Worth betting check on debut.
5 REGAL TIGER
(GB) (31) 4
TFRHHHII BHA-
9-7 (4)
Br B c Kingman - Tiger Eye (IRE) Jason Hart J
O Roudee Racing 20 & Mrs E.Palmer Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
B The Tiger Eye Partnership Roudee Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Kingman colt reached 100,000 gns as a foal but price dropped to £50,000 as a yearling, Went off too hard when fourth of 6 in novice at Haydock (6f, soft, 3/1) on debut 31 days ago and he should do better, with yard’s juveniles going well this season.
6 SOLE
RULER
TFRHHHHI BHA-
(IRE) (18) 0 9-7 (5)
Br B c Inns of Court (IRE) - Eriniya (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J
O Chapman, Parks, Shields & Sandfield Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Mr Tom Beary R&N Logistics & Daughters Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Inns of Court colt was green when last of 7 in novice at Ripon (5f, good to firm) on debut 18 days ago.
TFRHIIII BHA-
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THE
ANNA WOOLLEY MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6500 x Declared Runners 12 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2641, 2nd £1321, 3rd £660, 4th £330, 5th £165, 6th £83. (Penalty Value £3350.10)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (36 wins from 357 runners, 10%) runs ISHE WORTH AGAMBLE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 106 runners, 8%) runs ISHE WORTH AGAMBLE
Weightwatcher: SO GRATEFUL won off a handicap mark of 56, his rating is now down 5lb to 51. Longest Traveller: INVINCIBLE RUBY trained by I Jardine, Carrutherstown, 160 miles.
Br Gr f Invincible Army (IRE) - Satwa Ruby (FR) Jack Nicholls (5) J
O Mr Duncan McCready Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Eimear Mulhern Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Got off the mark in 7f handicap at Catterick last summer. Dropped a long way in the weights prior to returning to form and winning a 9-runner handicap (13/2) at Carlisle (6f, good) 6 days ago, well on top at the finish. Still looks well treated under a penalty but has widest draw to overcome. TFRHHHHI BHA60
2 ONE OF OUR OWN (GB) (26) 4-44163 CD 6 9-9 (9)
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 HE’S AN ANGEL (GB) (17) 000012 D 6 9-5 (1)
Br Ch g Harry Angel (IRE) - Secret Keeper
William Pyle J
O Mr Kevin Frost Kevin & Lauren Frost, Newark T
B Faisal Meshrf Al Qahtani Kevin Frost Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Free-going hold-up sort capitalised on drop in grade when winning classified stakes contest at Wolverhampton at the start of the month and ran at least as well when a close second in a 9-runner Wetherby handicap (5.5f) 3 days later. Place claims again. TFRHHHII BHA56
8 IDEAL GUEST (FR) (13) 2350-30 7 9-5 (2)
Br B g Shalaa (IRE) - Rue Renan (IRE) Sean Dylan Bowen J
O W A Bethell & Racing Partners Harriet Bethell, Arnold T
B Wilgerbosdrift Ltd
TFRHHHII BHA60
TIMEFORM VIEW Benefited from the drop back to 6f as she returned to winning ways in decisive fashion at Redcar in May. Kept on well under hands and heels when third of 12 in handicap at Redcar (6f, good to firm) 26 days ago and she’s not ruled out from unchanged mark.
3 LINDORO (GB) (23) 64-00 4 9-9 (3)
Br B g Washington DC (IRE) - Rosina Oliver Stammers J
O Royale Racing Syndicate And Partner Stephen Hanlon, Leyburn T
B J Bianco Sims Suzuki S
TIMEFORM VIEW Some promise in 2 maidens last summer but down the field in that company on return at Newcastle and finished soundly beaten on recent handicap debut at Carlisle. More required with tongue strap/cheekpieces applied.
TIMEFORM VIEW Three 6f turf wins last year and has worked his back to form this season, posting his best effort of the campaign when third of 9 in handicap at Nottingham (6f, good to soft) 18 days ago. Can make his presence felt.
TFRHHHHI BHA60
5 MAUI BREEZE (GB) (7) 2-00000 D 4 9-9 (7)
Br B f Bated Breath - Hula Girl
Connor Beasley J
O H S Hutchinson and W Glass Wilf Storey, Consett T
B Merton Place Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up over 1m at Newcastle just after Christmas but below that level in 5 outings this year Does have form at sprint trips but doesn’t appeal as being in the form to capitalise at present.
TFRHHIII BHA60
6 INSTANT BOND (GB) (15) 613310 D 5 9-6 (10)
Br B g Intrinsic - Misu Billy
John Egan J
O David Tate Danny Lawson Kevin Broadley Michael Wigham, Newmarket T
B David Tate
TIMEFORMVIEW Finally off mark at Newcastle in March and built on 2 further placed efforts when doubling his tally at Leicester in April. Presumably not 100% when a well beaten last of 16 at Doncaster 2 weeks ago and would hold solid claims if that proved just a blip, though draw is a shade wider than ideal.
TFRHHHII BHA57
TIMEFORM VIEW Without a win since final outing in 2023 but made an encouraging return when third of 11 in handicap at Catterick. Failed to build on that having raced too freely at Carlisle since and others possess more convincing overall profiles.
TFRHHHII BHA56
9 MELISSA HONEY (GB) (15) 00-6431 D 4 9-2 (6)
Br B f Showcasing - Libras Power (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J
O GB Civil Engineering (Leicester) Ltd Michael Herrington, Willoughton T
B Glebe Farm Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Belatedly off the mark in a 16-runner handicap at Doncaster (6f, good to firm) 15 days ago, travelling well faced with a strong gallop and eventually scoring in ready fashion. Makes appeal again from 3lb higher mark.
TFRHHHHH BHA53
10 SO GRATEFUL (GB) (25) 10000-0 C D 8 9-0 (11)
Br B g Swiss Spirit - Bow Bridge Lewis Chalkley (7) J
O Laura Mason Syndicate Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Mrs A. Jarvis Stittenham Farms S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Thirsk last May but ended 2025 out of sorts and trailed home last of 9 in handicap at Beverley (5f, good to firm) on return 25 days ago.
TFRHHIII BHA51
11 DILIGENT
HENRY (GB) (19) 400505 5 8-10 (4)
Br B g Due Diligence (USA) - Mrs Ivy Lewis Edmunds J O Wentdale Limited Jessica Macey, Doncaster T B Fernham Farm Ltd Wentdale Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW More miss than hit since winning at Wolverhampton in October and he was below form when fifth of 10 in a classified event back there (7f) 19 days ago. Now 3lb below last winning mark and visor is back on but others still make more appeal.
TFRHHHII BHA47
12 ZIVA’S STAR (GB) (13) 30-0003 4 8-9 (8)
Br Ch f Territories (IRE) - Feint Andrew Elliott J
O Mr W Bronson & Mr S Whitaker Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft T
B Bluemoon Racing Yorkshire Bale S
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden seemed to benefit from first-time cheekpieces when third of 9 in a classified event at Leicester (5f, good, 15/2) 13 days ago. Return to 6f will suit but she’s probably opposable again back in handicap.
TFRHHIII BHA42
2025: TWILIGHT GUEST 5 9 3 Harry Burns 85-40 (George Margarson) 3 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 3. Hood worn by No 8. Visor worn by No 11. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 4, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4, 5, 12.
Stewards Note: INSTANT BOND: Following its run on 6/6/2026 it was reported that the horse never travelled and lost action.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 9-2 Invincible Ruby (IRE), 5-1 Melissa Honey (GB), 13-2 Ishe Worth Agamble (GB), 15-2 He’s An Angel (GB), 8-1 One of Our Own (GB), 11-1 Instant Bond (GB), 12-1 Diligent Henry (GB), 20-1 Ideal Guest (FR), 22-1 Ziva’s Star (GB), 33-1 Lindoro (GB), 40-1 So Grateful (GB), 50-1 Maui Breeze (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW MELISSA HONEY is only 3lb higher than when coming from rear to score at Doncaster last time and she can follow up. Invincible Ruby has the outside draw to deal with but she’s still of interest under a 5lb penalty, with Ishe Worth Agamble taken to complete the 1-2-3. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MELISSA
Anna Douglas Woolley
Anna was born in Carnoustie in Scotland in 1948 but she lived here in Yorkshire for over 50 years after marrying her husband Peter who was born in Grimethorpe.
Sadly, Anna passed away on the 18th September 2024 and she is sorely missed by all that knew her.
Anna enjoyed going to the races and she can list Longchamp, The Curragh, Royal Ascot and Nad El Sheba among the many racecourses she has visited with her husband Peter.
She quite enjoyed a flutter and she had her own “system” for placing a bet. Basically, her selection had to have a reference to Scotland or the name of one of her nephews or nieces in its name, failing that, the jockey had to have the colour red in his racing silks.
Anna’s husband Peter is an avid racegoer and he rarely misses a fixture here at Pontefract. Peter will be selecting the best turned out horse in Anna’s race today and he will present the prize to the winning connections. Anna and Peter have also enjoyed successful racehorse ownership over the years.
It is fitting therefore that all Anna’s family and friends can come together today to honour her memory in quite a unique way.
Anna’s family and friends would like to thank Pontefract racecourse for providing this opportunity and for the kindness and consideration shown in arranging today’s sponsorship.
RIP Anna
THE PONTE PREMIERSHIP POINTS MEAN PRIZES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4063, 2nd £2032, 3rd £1016, 4th £508, 5th £254, 6th £127. (Penalty Value £5154)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (36 wins from 357 runners, 10%) runs EQUITY LAW
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 106 runners, 8%) runs EQUITY LAW
Longest Traveller: REIGNING PROFIT trained by R Carr, Stillington, 82 miles.
1 GOYARD (IRE) (260) 21105- D 4 9-11 (3)
Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Desert Mission (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J
O Georginio Rutter & Jinky Farms David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Mrs Anita Wigan GAIN Equine Nutrition S
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 VENTURA EXPRESS (GB) (30) 0-63544 CD 9 9-2 (6)
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 £115,000 Mehmas gelding who won back-to-back races at Ripon but looked too high in the weights in a pair of handicaps last autumn. Handily drawn for one with his style, though.
TFRHHHII BHA82
2 HIYA MAITE (GB) (168) 62662-4 D BF 8 9-10 (7)
Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Misu’s Maite Lewis Edmunds J
O Mr S. R. Bowring Roy Bowring, Edwinstowe T
B S. R. Bowring
TIMEFORM VIEW On a long losing sequence but he has a solid record in Class 4 company, latterly when beaten by less than a length at Southwell in early-January, having arguably gone off a shade too hard.
TFRHHHII BHA81
3 LETHAL NYMPH (GB) (8) 260405 D 7 9-7 (10)
Br B g Lethal Force (IRE) - Little Nymph P. J. McDonald J
O Taylor’s Bloodstock Ltd Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Mr T. H. S. Fox Taylor Group (Yorkshire) Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Back on the same mark as when winning a similar event to this at Doncaster last September Shaped better than beaten distance when a well-backed fifth in a big-field York handicap last time and with the drop back in trip set to suit, he can open his account for the season. TFRHHHHH BHA78
4 REIGNING PROFIT (IRE) (29) 500520 CD 7 9-7 (9)
Br Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Reign (IRE) James Sullivan J
O The Chancers
Ruth Carr, Stillington T
B Rosemont Stud Pty Ltd William Hill S
TIMEFORM VIEW 4-time C&D winner probably found the race coming too soon when well held in a better race at York last time and should be more competitive on the back of a 4-week break.
TFRHHHII BHA78
5 DAKOTA GOLD (GB) (29) 00050-0 D 12 9-6 (5)
Br B g Equiano (FR) - Joyeaux Connor Beasley J
O Doug Graham and Carole Dods Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Redgate BStock & Peter Bottowley BStock Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Admirable veteran who couldn’t emulate last season’s seasonal reappearance success when trailing the field at York last month, and he’s at least entitled to come on for that run.
TFRHHIII BHA77
6 SQUEALER (IRE) (15) 00-6005 D 6 9-5 (8)
Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Sunny Hollow Rowan Scott J
O Martin Webb Racing Nigel Tinkler, Malton T
B Tally-Ho Stud W J Group Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Isn’t the easiest to win with and again hindered his chance at the start when fifth of 9 in a higher grade at Doncaster latest. First-time cheekpieces could sharpen him up, though, and he’s undoubtedly well treated on last season’s form.
TFRHHHHI BHA76
TIMEFORM VIEW 4-time C&D winner who extended a long losing run when fourth of 10 in a Class 5 C&D handicap last time, however, he remains on a handy mark and should find this run to suit.
TFRHHHHI BHA73
8 D FLAWLESS (IRE) (19) 00-3614 5 9-2 (4)
Br B m Make Believe - Savaanah (IRE) Jason Hart J
O Calcaria Racing & Partner Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Nawara Stud Limited Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW Wore first-time hood when landing first success for current yard at Newcastle. Ran respectably in her follow-up bid when fourth over 6f here following a 10-week break, though yard’s other runners better fancied. TFRHHIII BHA73
9 EQUITY LAW (GB) (10) 633602 D BF 5 9-1 (1)
Br B g Equiano (FR) - Fair Cop David Allan J
O The Oyster Catchers & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Littleton Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW A winner twice in slightly lower grades last year, he bounced right back to form when runner-up in softer-than-ideal conditions at Catterick and makes appeal from 3lb below his latest successful mark. TFRHHHHI BHA72
10 SOUTH PARADE (IRE) (11) 0-00004 D 5 8-6 (2)
Br B m Invincible Army (IRE) - Rural Celebration Cam Hardie J
O Richard Fahey Ebor Racing Club Ltd Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B Grangemore Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a slow start to this year but she wasn’t seen to best effect when fourth of 7 at Hamilton on her latest start (raced solo) and has fallen a long way in the weights since winning in similar company at Thirsk last summer TFRHHHII BHA63
2025: SOL CAYO (IRE) 5 9 3 Daniel Tudhope 5-1 (Fionn McSharry) 3 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 6. Hood worn by No 8. Visor worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9.
THE TIMEFORM VIEW A wide-open event that could set up perfectly for LETHAL NYMPH and Ventura Express, who may well land a 1-2 for the Paul Midgley yard First-time cheekpieces are added in a bid to remedy Squealer’s tardy starts, and he’s dangerously well handicapped, while Equity Law is expected to go well from stall 1.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
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for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £60000 x Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money. 1st £26400, 2nd £10884, 3rd £5442, 4th £2724, 5th £1362, 6th £678, 7th £342, 8th £168. (Penalty Value £33612)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): D O’Meara (21 wins from 131 runners, 16%) runs BRIELLE AND RYKA
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Varian (11 wins from 42 runners, 26%) runs LITTLE DORRIT
FancyThat: R Beckett won this race in 2018, 2020, 2024 and 2025. The stable runs REVOIR today. Longest Traveller: LEMSAIRBAT trained by J P O’Brien, Ireland.
1 RYKA (IRE) (51) 10121-6 D 4 9-5 (9)
Br Ch f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Tulip Fields
Daniel Tudhope J
O Akela Thoroughbreds Limited David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Lynchbages,Camaspark Stud&Summerhill B/S Akela Plant Hire Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Enhanced her excellent strike rate when winning a Listed race at Toulouse (1 1/2m) with a bit in hand last October, but she was well held in a similar event to this at Goodwood on return and again concedes weight to the field. TFRHHIII BHA97
2 BRIELLE (GB) (21) 63140-1 D 4 9-2 (2)
Br B f Almanzor (FR) - Craic Agus Spraoi (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J
O Elwick Stud David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Elwick Stud Elwick Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Versatile sort who has earned another crack at black type following her success in a solid handicap at Thirsk on return (1 1/2m). Isn’t fully exposed at this trip, however, does face a stiff task at the weights. TFRHHIII BHA90
3 CABRERA (IRE) (21) 226/5-45 D 5 9-2 (1)
Br Gr m Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Island Remede P. J. McDonald J
O Hot To Trot Racing 1 and Mrs David Egan Edward Bethell, Middleham T
B Mrs Henrietta Egan Hot To Trot Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Borderline useful handicapper who didn’t fare much better than on her reappearance when 2 3/4 lengths fifth behind Brielle at Thirsk and is probably up against it in this sort of company. TFRHHIII BHA83
4 COEDANA (IRE) (22) 3113-23 D 4 9-2 (7)
Br B f King of Change - Acts Out Loud (USA) Connor Beasley J
O Julie and David R Martin and Dan Hall Edward Bethell, Middleham T
B Highpark Bloodstock Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive filly with both wins have come on the all-weather, but she ran as well as could be expected in finishing third behind a couple of previous Group 2 winners in the Pinnacle Stakes at Carlisle (11f) last time and does have her sights lowered here. TFRHHHHI BHA103
5 GHAIYYA (GB) (22) 150-124 D 4 9-2 (10)
Br B or Br f Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Reckoning (IRE) Jason Hart J
O Mascalls Stud Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Mascalls Stud Matchroom Limited, Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful filly has bumped into a couple of Haggas/Wathnan improvers since making a winning return at Doncaster in April and will at least appreciate the step back up in trip on first start in Listed company.
TFRHHHII BHA92
6 LEMSAIRBAT (FR) (47) 565-252 D 5 9-2 (8)
Br B m Bated Breath - Ghand (IRE) Oisin Orr J
O H.R.D McCalmont/H. McCalmont/A. Bengough Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland T
B Al Shaqab Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent sort who hasn’t won since her 3-y-o days in France, though has finished runner-up in a pair of listed events around 1 1/4m this season, and should give her running back up in trip for excellent Irish yard
TFRHHHII BHA98
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 LITTLE DORRIT (GB) (268) 01540- 4 9-2 (5)
Br B f Camelot - Eartha Kitt Ray Dawson J
O Chasemore Farm Roger Varian, Newmarket T
B Chasemore Farm Chasemore Farm LLP S
TIMEFORMVIEW Low-mileage 4-y-o whose best effort came when fourth (behind Ryka) in a well-contested handicap at Doncaster last September. Possibly found the race coming too soon in a Group at Newmarket later that month and she’s well worth a crack at Listed level on her return.
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8 MERVEILLEUX LAPIN (IRE) (27) 15230-2 4 9-2 (6)
Br B f Mohaather - It’s Miraculous (USA) Callum Rodriguez J
O Mr Patryk Gorczyca Owen Burrows, Lambourn T
B Treadstone Bloodstock & Tally Ho Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Polish Oaks winner (also third in Longchamp Listed event) who was unlucky not to make a successful handicap/stable debut on reappearance at Windsor last month (denied a clear run). That was a career-best effort and she has to be respected stepping back up in class.
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9 ORIONIS (GB) (30) 14213-1 D 4 9-2 (3)
Br B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Troarn (FR) Tom Marquand J
O Cheveley Park Stud William Haggas, Newmarket T
B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Cheveley Park Stud Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEW Well-bred Sea The Stars fillywho improved again when recording a fourth career success in good style at Goodwood on return and she’s expected to make an immediate impact now upped in grade by her excellent yard.
TFRHHHHI BHA96
10 REVOIR (GB) (29) 52230-2 4 9-2 (4)
Br B f Study of Man (IRE) - Regardez Rossa Ryan J O Mr J. H. Richmond-Watson Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T B Lawn Stud Dunlin S
TIMEFORM VIEW Without a win since her debut success at Nottingham but went close in listed/Group 3 companylast season before running a crackerwhen 1/2-length second in an above-average Listed race at Haydock on reappearance. Return to longer trip/cheekpieces will do no harm and she can gain a deserved success. TFRHHHHH BHA101
THE TIMEFORM VIEW REVOIR has more than paid her dues and can record a breakthrough black-type victory Fast-improving Orionis looks a serious danger, with Merveilleux Lapin very interesting on second start for her new yard Progressive Coedana also deserves an honourable mention.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.REVOIR 2.ORIONIS 3.MERVEILLEUX LAPIN (IRE)
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THE MOOR TOP FARM SHOP HEMSWORTH PONTEFRACT CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS RACE)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 6 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4063, 2nd £2032, 3rd £1016, 4th £508, 5th £254, 6th £127. (Penalty Value £5154)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (36 wins from 357 runners, 10%) runs TREASURE ISLANDS
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 106 runners, 8%) runs TREASURE ISLANDS
Longest Traveller: ANZAC DAY trained by J & A O’Neill, Cheltenham, 175 miles.
Colours No Horse
Age st-lb Draw
1 SAX APPEAL (GB) (30) 030365 6 9-10 (5)
Br B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Isobel Archer Connor Beasley J
O Kingsley Park 46 - Ready To Run Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B C&S B/S Ltd, C Younghusband, K McGivern Johnston Racing Ltd S
Visor worn first time by No 4.
Tongue Strap worn by No 4.
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a very productive campaign in 2025, winning 7 times upon an intense schedule. Form mixed more recently and, though he’s now fallen to his last winning mark, he arrives on the back of a particularly below-par effort at Goodwood last month.
Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 5.
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2 ANZAC DAY (IRE) (285) 41//D506- 5 9-5 (2)
Br B g Australia - Merville (FR) Rossa Ryan J
O Brook Farm Bloodstock Jonjo & A.J O’Neill, Cheltenham T
4-1 Secret Force (IRE), 17-2 Sax Appeal (GB), 14-1 Isle of Sark (USA),
25-1 Anzac Day (IRE)
TFRHIIII BHA81
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t kicked on since returning from lengthy absence at Kempton in April 2025 and has plenty to prove on the back of a modest hurdles effort.
3 TROJAN SOLDIER (GB) (30) 0-22111 C 4 9-2 (6)
Br B g Ulysses (IRE) - Surprise (IRE) Jack Garritty J
O Highbeck Racing Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn T
B Clive Dennett Jedd O’Keeffe Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Has raised his game since cheekpieces were applied, completing a hat-trick at this course last month when beating Sea of Kings by 4 1/4 lengths. Raised another 5lb but remains unexposed as a stayer and looks sure to make a bold bid for a 4-timer.
THE TIMEFORM VIEW TREASURE ISLANDS ran well in a better race last time and is fancied to make his presence felt dropped back in grade. Trojan Soldier completed a hat-trick at this course 30 days ago and looks sure to make another bold bid, whilst Secret Force is interesting tackling this sort of trip for the first time on the Flat TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TREASURE ISLANDS 2.TROJAN SOLDIER 3.SECRET FORCE (IRE)
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4 SECRET FORCE (IRE) (8) 6/461-43 BF 4 8-12 (3)
Br B g Frankel - Duneflower (IRE) M. P. Sheehy J
O Mr J Fyffe Adrian Keatley, Malton T
B Godolphin JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 11f handicap at Listowel for Gavin Cromwell in 2025 and has made frame in similar events on both outings for current yard Won over hurdles for previous connections so should handle the step up in trip and first-time visor replaces cheekpieces worn at York on previous start. Of interest. TFRHHHII BHA74
5 ISLE OF SARK (USA) (121) 6/6223-0 8 8-10 (4)
Br B g Kitten’s Joy (USA) - Endless Fancy (USA) Jack Nicholls (5) J
O Mr Anthony Bithell Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Kenneth L. Ramsey & Sarah K. Ramsey Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won over hurdles at Sedgefield in October for Mickey Bowen. Hasn’t offered much for his new connections, both in this sphere and back over hurdles, looking an increasingly hard ride when third at Newton Abbot earlier this month. On a good mark but hard to weigh up.
WELFARE OF HORSES AND RIDERS
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6 TREASURE ISLANDS (GB) (21) 5-40123 4 8-8 (1)
Br B g Kingman - Wuheida David Allan J
O Mr M. J. Macleod Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Godolphin Baker Finch Interiors, Leods Contracts Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved when making all in 2m handicap at Ripon in April and has backed that effort up with 2 placed efforts since, 3 1/4 lengths third of 13 to Mountain Road in a stronger handicap at Thirsk on latest. Tactically versatile and going the right way. He’s one to be very interested in. TFRHHHHH BHA70
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2025: CAPTAIN POTTER 5 7 12 Shay Farmer 6-5 (Brian Ellison) 5 ran
THE SUNPAK POTATOES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3
)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £17000 x Declared Runners 7 Owners Prize Money. 1st £6907, 2nd £3454, 3rd £1727, 4th £864, 5th £432, 6th £216. (Penalty Value £8761.80)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (36 wins from 357 runners, 10%) runs MISTER SOX
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 106 runners, 8%) runs MISTER SOX
Longest Traveller: RAY MON DOUGH trained by O Cole, Whatcombe, 173 miles.
1 BADRI (GB) (15) 040610 D 9 10-1 (7)
Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Penny Drops Jason Hart J
O RJH Ltd and Mr D Padgett Michael Herrington, Willoughton T
B Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 MISTER SOX (GB) (9) 0-02000 CD 6 9-0 (1)
Br Ch g Pivotal - Crowning Glory (FR) David Allan J O HuggyMac Racing & Ptnr Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Car Colston Hall Stud York Van Centre Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won an 11-runner 0-85 handicap at Redcar in May by a neck from Bravo Zulu but found life tougher back up in grade at Epsom last time. Back at a more suitable level here.
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2 RUSSET GOLD (GB) (21) 006-550 C 6 9-13 (2)
Br Ch g Al Kazeem - Affluent Tom Eaves J
O Mr D. J. Deer Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B D. J. and Mrs Deer Oakgrove Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW A 4-time winner last year and showed the benefit of reappearance when second of 9 at Thirsk early last month. Hasn’t kicked on from that effort since and, though well handicapped on his best form, it’s hard to make a case for him unless market says otherwise. TFRHIIII BHA74
Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 11-4 Rock Opera (GB), 9-2 The Good Biscuit (GB), 5-1 Azure Zain (FR), 6-1 Russet Gold (GB), 13-2 Badri (GB), 8-1 Ray Mon Dough (GB), 20-1 Mister Sox (GB)
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TIMEFORM VIEW Useful sprinter at best who showed promise on first 2 outings for this yard in April and May. Failed to build on those 2 efforts at Thirsk last time but has dropped another 2lb and dips into 0-90 company for the first time since winning at Redcar as a 3-y-o. One to be interested in.
3 RAY MON DOUGH (GB) (34) 1-62 D 3 9-9 (6)
Br B c Lope Y Fernandez (IRE) - Spain Blues (FR) Tom Marquand J
O Valmont Oliver Cole, Whatcombe T
B Spain Blues Partnership P. F. I. Cole Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Created a striking impression when making a successful debut in 4-runner Lingfield maiden in 2025. Got back on track when chasing home Behike in novice at same course last time. Makes turf and handicap debut.
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4 THE GOOD BISCUIT (GB) (19) 1-32204 CD 5 9-3 (5)
Br B g Sixties Icon - Rebecca Romero Joanna Mason J
O Miss Vanessa Church & Mr Toby Brereton Ruth Carr, Stillington T
B Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited William Hill S
THE TIMEFORM VIEW ROCK OPERA snapped a near two-year losing run over C&D 19 days ago and may be able to defy a 5lb rise. The Good Biscuit is better than his latest result and can get involved, while Azure Zain merits respect if reproducing the form of his recent Ascot success. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ROCK OPERA 2.THE GOOD BISCUIT 3.AZURE
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times in 2025, including twice at this course. Good efforts when placed first 3 starts this year and shaped better than distance beaten suggests when 5 3/4 lengths fourth of 9 to Rock Opera at this course 19 days ago, short of room approaching final 1f.
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5 AZURE ZAIN (FR) (43) 0335-01 D 4 9-2 (3)
Br B g Hello Youmzain (FR) - Dublin Rocker (IRE) Warren Fentiman (3) J
O Middleham Park Racing XLI Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B Haras Voltaire, Haras D’Etreham Middleham Park Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked difficult ride on return but proved much more straightforward when winning 18-runner handicap atAscot in May, edging out Juan Les Pins by a head. Up 3lb, but relatively low mileage as a sprint handicapper and claims if able to repeat that effort.
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6 ROCK OPERA (GB) (19) 00-0341 CD 6 9-1 (4)
Br B g Unfortunately (IRE) - Broughtons Jewel (IRE) Oisin Orr J
O John Rhodes & Peter Timmins Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B Broughton Bloodstock Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended nearly 2-year losing run when winning C&D handicap 19 days ago, beating Alpha Capture by 1 1/4 lengths. Remains well handicapped on past form and looks capable of following up from 5lb higher
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HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD
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Since 2000 HBLB has invested £1.5bn in prize money to support the British horseracing industry.
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THE NEXT FAMILY DAY SUNDAY 26TH JULY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 x Declared Runners 8 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3250, 2nd £1626, 3rd £813, 4th £406, 5th £203, 6th £102. (Penalty Value £4123.20) 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 (36 wins from 357 runners, 10%) runs MOUNT KING & THATS MY BOY LUKE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 106 runners, 8%) runs MOUNT KING & THATS MY BOY LUKE Longest Traveller: GENNADIUS trained by R Hannon, Marlborough, 204 miles.
1 AMIDSTTHE CHAOS
(IRE) (16) 50-0342 D BF 4 10-2 (4)
Br Ch g Ghaiyyath (IRE) - School Run (IRE)
Rowan Scott J
O Have A Drink Partnership Nigel Tinkler, Malton T
B Ballyreddin Stud & Dcl
Alexanders York S
1m 6y
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 KEEP AN EYE ON IT (GB) (70) 44-523 3 9-6 (6)
Br Ch g Century Dream (IRE) - Mad Jazz Tom Marquand J
O Mr Tony Coyle Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton T
B Norton Grove Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner at Doncaster/Musselburgh last summer Better than bare result first 3 starts this season and confirmed himself in top form when second of 8 at latter track (9f, good to firm) just over a fortnight ago. First-time cheekpieces applied to try eke out that bit extra.
2 RAVISHING
BEAUTY
Br B m Camelot - Shaden (IRE)
TFRHHHII BHA67
(GB) (13) 203-001 CD5 10-0 (1)
P. J. McDonald J
O Kielder Newport West Ltd Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn T
B Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd Jedd O’Keeffe Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won handicaps over C&D and Nottingham last summer but form tailed off in the autumn Gradually working her way back this year and resumed winning ways in 9-runner event at Carlisle (1m, good to soft) just under a fortnight ago. 3lb nudge fair so folly to ignore. TFRHHHHI BHA65
3 GENNADIUS (GB) (25) 624000 D 4 10-0 (7)
Br B g Ulysses (IRE) - Gemina (IRE) Alec Voikhansky J
O Middleham Park Racing LXIII Richard Hannon, Marlborough T
B Gillian, Lady Howard de Walden Tattersalls S
TIMEFORM VIEW Finally off the mark in maiden company at Chelmsford over 1m in January and best effort since when runner up at Lingfield in February Hasn’t scaled same heights all 4 starts since the cheekpieces went on so best watched for now. TFRHHIII BHA65
4 MOUNT KING (IRE) (30) 603-000 CD 6 9-13 (5)
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
TIMEFORM VIEW Went very close on 7f Southwell handicap debut in April and progressed again stepped up to 1m in stronger company when third of 10 in handicap at Musselburgh (1m, good) 10 weeks ago. Booking of Marquand catches the eye and he can make his presence felt. TFRHHHHH BHA67
8 KISS FOR AN ANGEL (IRE) (30) 2552-00 3 9-4 (8)
Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Kiss For A Jewel (IRE) Barry McHugh J
O P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped encouragingly when well-backed second in a Redcar nursery last November Gelded over the winter and yet to prove he’s trained on in a couple of handicaps this season. TFRHHIII BHA65
2025: STYLE OF LIFE (IRE) 5 10 2 P J McDonald 2-1 (Harriet Bethell) 6 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1. Blinkers worn by No 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 4.
Stewards Note: THATS MY BOY LUKE: Following its run on 27/5/2026 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly
PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-2 Masaban (IRE), 10-3 Ravishing Beauty (GB), 4-1 Amidst The Chaos (IRE), 6-1 Keep An Eye On It (GB), 20-1 Gennadius (GB), Mount King (IRE), 25-1 Thats My Boy Luke (GB), 33-1 Kiss For An Angel (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Cases can be made for a few of these but KEEP AN EYE ON IT continues to go from strength to strength and with the booking of Tom Marquand catching the eye, he’s fancied to get off the mark at the expense of Masaban, who has made a positive start for current connections and remains capable of better still. Last-time-out winner Ravishing Beauty rounds off the shortlist.
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TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner, including twice around this time last year Gradually working his way back this year but was below-par over C&D last month. 3lb below last winning mark now but leap of faith needed to get involved.
5 THATS MY BOY LUKE (GB) (25) 150-400 D5 9-9 (3)
Br Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Pivotting Jason Hart J
O Mr M. J. Macleod
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KEEP AN EYE ON IT 2.MASABAN (IRE) 3.RAVISHING BEAUTY
Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Mrs Sarah Hamilton Baker Finch Interiors, Leods Contracts Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Pair of 1m Ripon wins last year but seemingly going the wrong way this season, last of 11 at Beverley (7.4f, good to firm) most recently Handicapper eases his grip but needs to show plenty more before becoming of interest.
O Mr Richard Christison Edward Bethell, Middleham T
B His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C. Rcc Group Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising ex-Irish gelding who was much improved when landing big gamble on handicap debut at Ripon (1m) early last month. All the rage in the betting but unable to follow up when third of 14 at Doncaster (1m, good) 8 days later and he remains with potential.
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THE RACING STAFF WEEK
A charity race exclusively for stable staff, to celebrate the hard work that stable staff dedicate to caring and exercising racehorses; each rider has been nominated by the trainer they work for, in recognition of their commitment. The BestTurned Out winner’s groom will receive a £50voucherfrom the NationalAssociation of Racing Staff (NARS). All grooms leading up will receive a £25voucherfrom NARS. 1m 2f
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20-26JUNE
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 1.35 - THE PONTEFRACT RACES AUTISM IN RACING EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5940 to the winning horse The second to receive £2788, the third £1394 and the fourth £697. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, June 15th and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 19th. 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). 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 TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have generously contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race 14 entries at £29. - Closed June 15th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4694; Second £2346; Third £1174; Fourth £586. (Penalty Value £5940) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.05 - THE ANNA WOOLLEY MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3350 to the winning horse The second to receive £1571, the third £785, the fourth £392, the fifth £196 and the sixth £98. 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. June 19th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 13th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. This race has been generously sponsored in memory of ANNA WOOLLEY by her family and friends. They 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. 22 entries at £25. - Closed June 15th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2641; Second £1321; Third £660; Fourth £330; Fifth £165; Sixth £83. (Penalty Value £3350.10) SS SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.35 - THE PONTE PREMIERSHIP POINTS MEAN PRIZES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5154 to the winning horse The second to receive £2417, the third £1209, the fourth £604, the fifth £302 and the sixth £151. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £29 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 19th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 13th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The Pontefract Park Race Company Executivewill present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, she will 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 £29 - Closed June 15th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4063; Second £2032; Third £1016; Fourth £508; Fifth £254; Sixth £127. (Penalty Value £5154) SS
SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.05 - THE PONTEFRACT CASTLE FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £33612 to the winning horse The second to receive £12798, the third £6408, the fourth £3198, the fifth £1602, the sixth £804, the seventh £402 and the eighth £198. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won a Group 1 or Group 2 Pattern race after August 31st, 2025. Enter by noon, June 15th and pay £150 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 19th. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, after August 31st, 2025, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb. The winning owner will receive a Perpetual Challenge Trophy to be held for one year only A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 19 entries at £150. - Closed June 15th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £26400; Second £10884; Third £5442; Fourth £2724; Fifth £1362; Sixth £678; Seventh £342; Eighth £168. (Penalty Value £33612) A SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.35 - THE MOOR TOP FARM SHOP HEMSWORTH PONTEFRACT CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5154 to the winning horse The second to receive £2417, the third £1209, the fourth £604, the fifth £302 and the sixth £151. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £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. June 19th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 13th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The winning owner will receive a Perpetual Challenge Trophy to be held for one year only MOORTOP FARM SHOP HEMSWORTH have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner They will also present a cash prize to the stable employee judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 11 entries at £29. - Closed June 15th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4063; Second £2032; Third £1016; Fourth £508; Fifth £254; Sixth £127. (Penalty Value £5154) SS SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.05 - THE SUNPAK POTATOES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £8761 to the winning horse The second to receive £4108, the third £2055, the fourth £1026, the fifth £513 and the sixth £256. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 19th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 13th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. SUNPAK POTATOES have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner They will also present a cash prize to the stable employee judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 19 entries at £40. - Closed June 15th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £6907; Second £3454; Third £1727; Fourth £864; Fifth £432; Sixth £216. (Penalty Value £8761.80) SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 4.35 - THE NEXT FAMILY DAY SUNDAY 26TH JULY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4123 to the winning horse The second to receive £1933, the third £967, the fourth £483, the fifth £241 and the sixth £120. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 50 and below). £28 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £23 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 19th. 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 13th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 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. NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race. 17 entries at £28. - Closed June 15th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3250; Second £1626; Third £813; Fourth £406; Fifth £203; Sixth £102. (Penalty Value £4123.20) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
