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Race 1 1.37 1m 7f 168y

1 Dignam (IRE) 11-7

2 Split (FR) 11-7

3 Battle Stride (USA) 11-0

4 Genbu (GB) 11-0

5 Georginio (GB) 11-0

6 Glenridding (GB) 11-0

7 Junkyard Dog (IRE) 11-0

8 Mister Knockout (GB) 11-0

9 River Moon (IRE) 11-0

10 The Dark Baron (IRE) 11-0

11 It’s Life (GB) 10-7

12 Jester Queen (USA) 10-7

13 Manyana Blue (GB) 10-7

14 Zaraquelle (FR) 10-7

Race 2 2.07 1m 7f 168y

1 Queens Wish (IRE) 12-0

2 Auntie Maggie (IRE) 11-11

3 Getmetothemoon (GB) 11-10

4 Quick of The Night (GB) 11-8

5 Granny Hawkins (GB) 11-2

6 Milajess (IRE) 11-2

7 Pure Gold (GB) 11-2

8 Belle Montrose (IRE) 11-1

9 Jlow (IRE) 11-0

10 Remember Moi (IRE) 10-11

11 Pacific (GB) 10-10

12 Bluebella (GB) 10-6

13 Lady Buttercup (GB) 10-6

14 Violeta (IRE) 10-2

15 Prophet Squeeze (IRE) 10-2

Race 3 2.37 1m 7f 168y

1 Leloopa (IRE) 12-0

2 Enthused (IRE) 12-0

3 Vocito (IRE) 11-13

4 Time Interval (GB) 11-11

5 Tara Iti (GB) 11-9

6 Lunar Sovereign (IRE) 11-7

7 Stroll On By (IRE) 11-4

8 Breaking Cover (IRE) 11-1

9 Realistic Optimism (IRE) 10-13

10 Linden Lane (IRE) 10-12

11 Gavin (GB) 10-9

Race 4 3.07 3m 2f 13y

1 Manothepeople (IRE) 12-0

2 Young Buster (IRE) 11-11

3 Shanagh Bob (IRE) 11-4

4 Lord Accord (IRE) 11-2

5 Art of Diplomacy (GB) 11-2

6 Olivers Travels (IRE) 11-1

7 Village Master (IRE) 10-13

8 Pimlico Point (IRE) 10-12

9 Wasdell Dundalk (FR) 10-10

10 Ashtown Lad (IRE) 10-8

11 Harrys Hope (IRE) 10-4

Race 5 3.37 2m 7f 70y

1 Minella Rescue (IRE) 12-0

2 Wbee (IRE) 11-1

3 Saint Bibiana (IRE) 10-12

4 Earth King (IRE) 10-9

5 Doc McCoy (IRE) 10-8

6 Jaytee (GB) 10-6

7 Pounding Poet (IRE) 10-6

8 Keel Strand (FR) 10-2

9 Party Business (IRE) 10-2

Race 6 4.07 2m 4f

1 Presentandcounting (IRE) 12-0

2 Aslukwoodhavit (GB) 11-12

3 The Gypsy Davey (IRE) 11-10

4 Collingham (GER) 11-8

5 Moodofthemoment (IRE)11-7

6 Midnight Jewel (GB) 11-6

7 Golden Ambition (IRE) 11-2

8 Kilmurry Jj (IRE) 10-11

9 Raby Mere (FR) 10-8

Race 7 4.37 2m 3f 207y

1 Esteban (FR) 12-0

2 Present Fair (IRE) 11-13

3 Gold Link (FR) 11-10

4 Wild Nephin (GB) 11-9

5 Chillhi (IRE) 11-8

6 Dalileo (IRE) 11-7

7 Dame Sarra (GB) 11-5

8 Jack’s Jury (IRE) 11-5

9 Jeepydoff Meel (FR) 11-4

10 Leading Lion (IRE) 11-3

11 Beau Gold (FR) 10-12

12 Fenna’s Loss (IRE) 10-2

13 Inoue (IRE) 10-2

Race 8 5.07 2m 3f 207y

1 Nottodaybobo (IRE) 12-0

2 Our Laura B (IRE) 11-12

3 Crystal Mer (GB) 11-10

4 Sixty Plus (IRE) 11-9

5 Jumping Jupiter (IRE) 11-8

6 Spartan Warrior (IRE) 11-7

7 Grillon De Monty (FR) 11-6

8 Old Bridge (FR) 11-6

9 Lazy Bones (IRE) 11-5

10 Malangen (IRE) 11-3

11 La Quarite (FR) 10-5

12 King of The Hill (IRE) 10-2

PLAN OF ENCLOSURES

1. DALBYSTAND AND PREMIER ENTRANCE:

Private Hospitality Boxes

Champagne Bar

Premier Sports Café Bar

Toilets (including Disabled)

2. PARK SUITE:

Restaurant

Owners & Trainers Bar

3. MAIN STAND (includes):

Weighing Room

Raceday Office (for Raceday enquiries)

PREMIER ENCLOSURE

Premier Enclosure Dining Room

Premier Lounge Bar

Annual Badge Holders Bar

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GRANDSTAND & PADDOCK ENCLOSURE

Lounge Bar

Grandstand & Paddock Riders Bar

Self Service Dining Room

Furlong Bar

Balcony Bar

Toilets (including Disabled)

Pizza in the Paddock Bar and Terrace

Paddock Food Court

4. PICNIC ENCLOSURE Bar & Servery

5. GRANDSTAND & PADDOCK TURNSTILES 6. MARQUEE SITE 7. PARADE RING

8. SADDLING UP BOXES

9. WINNERS ENCLOSURE

10. PRE-PARADE RING

11. BETTING HALL

12.HORSEWALK

13. ADMINISTRATION OFFICES

14. PICNIC ENTRANCE TURNSTILES

15. OWNERS & TRAINERS ENTRANCE

16. WHEELCHAIR VIEWING AREA

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T O D A Y ’ S OF FI CI AL S

SUNDAY 27TH JULY 2025

UNDER THE RULES OF RACING

PATRON THE COUNTESS OF HALIFAX

STEWARDS

CHIEF STEWARD MICHAEL EYRE

STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR ROSIE PEARSON

STEWARD ANTHONY MCGLONE

ASSISTANT STEWARD GWEN THOMAS RACEDAYASSISTANT PHILIPPA HARDY

STARTERS RYAN COLLEY, RUSSELL GARRITTY

JUDGE NICK BOSTOCK

CLERK OFTHE SCALES WAYNE BURNELL

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

ALEC DENT, GRAHAM GREY, JOE O’GORMAN

VETERINARY OFFICER

STEWART MECHIE

VETERINARY SURGEONS

NORRIE GRAHAM, MATT BUTTERELL, MO PATEL

MEDICAL OFFICERS

DR BERRY, DR DICKSON, DR WYNN

BETTING RING MANAGER MALCOLM HART

COMMENTATOR MARTIN HARRIS

SAFEGUARDING LEAD

CAROL NICKELS - Tel: 07795966968

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DIRECTOR

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OFFICIAL PROGRAMME

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After an afternoon of thrilling racing we will welcome the fabulous Amazing 80s tribute to the stage at around 5.15pm.

Make sure to stay after the last race and enjoy a dance and a sing along to some classic tunes. The stage is set outside the Administration Offices in the Grandstand & Paddock Enclosure.

There is lots for all the family to enjoy, head down to the Picnic Enclosure to find the Golden Horseshoe and check out the kids funfair & free face painting!

We will be handing out free activity packs and make sure to grab one of our flag favourites and cheer home your horse!

THE BRITISH EBF STALLION STUDS

MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (

GBB RACE

)

for maiden two yrs old x Total prize fund £14000 x Declared Runners 11 Owners Prize Money. 1st £5781, 2nd £2891, 3rd £1445, 4th £722, 5th £361. (Penalty Value £7327.60)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |

Leading course trainer (20-25): R Fahey (28 wins from 218 runners, 13%) runs VALOR SPIRIT

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Dr R Newland & J Insole (3 wins from 30 runners, 10%) runs CLOUDBUSTER

Longest Traveller: WHISKEY NEAT trained by P Owens, Newmarket, 147 miles.

1 CHAIRMANFOURTIMES (IRE) (21) 223 BF 9-7 (10)

Br B c Nando Parrado - Occupation (IRE) Oisin McSweeney (3) J

O Andy Finneran & Garry Wilkie Wilson Adrian Keatley, Malton T

B Bernard Cooke

TIMEFORM VIEW Nando Parrado colt who has displayed plenty of promise in maidens and shaped as though still in good form when third of 6 in maiden at Ayr (6f, good to soft) 21 days ago, paying the price late on having helped force the pace. Return to 5f shouldn’t pose a problem and he could be the one to beat. TFRHHHHH BHA76

2 ENJOY

THE

NIGHT (IRE) (32) 65 9-7 (9)

Br B c Ardad (IRE) - Goodnight And Joy (IRE) Jason Hart J

O Eco- Power Racing 1 John & Sean Quinn, Malton T

B Paul McCartan JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Cost 125,000 gns as yearling but seems to be being brought along with handicaps in mind, for all he did step forward in form terms when ﬁfth of 7 in maiden at Carlisle (5f, soft) 32 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA-

3 OUR HERO MATTY (IRE) (36) 0426 9-7 (2)

Br Ch g A’Ali (IRE) - Sophie B Ben Robinson J

O The Shuﬄing Kid Partnership Brian Ellison, Malton T

B Hunting Hill Stud Rapid Heat Systems Ltd, Brian Ellison Racing Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW Had improved from run to run prior to ﬁnishing below form sixth of 10 in novice at Redcar (6f, ﬁrm) 36 days ago, when not helped by the sharper test. Could improve having since been gelded since but drop back to 5f poses a slight question mark. Engaged 3.25 Thirsk Friday. TFRHHHII BHA70

4 VALOR SPIRIT (IRE) (92) 33 9-7 (8)

Br B c Ardad (IRE) - Great Dame (IRE)

Oisin Orr J

O Hasan Mefareh Alajmi Richard Fahey, Malton T

B The Great Dame Partnership Oliver St Lawrence Bloodstock Limited S

Br Breeding J Jockey

O Owner T Trainer

B Breeder S Sponsor

7 DABBLING (IRE) (75) 5 9-2 (7)

Br B f Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Baylasan Cam Hardie J

O Ownaracehorse, Steve Anson & Ollie Pears Ollie Pears, Malton T

B McCracken Farms

TIMEFORM VIEW Ghaiyyath filly Dam unraced out of Fred Darling Stakes winner Dabyah. Very green on debut but put in some good work on debut when fifth of 11 in novice (66/1) at Beverley (5f, good to firm) in May. Entitled to do better if ready to roll after a break. TFRHHHII BHA-

8 EMPRESS OLIVIA (GB) (-) 9-2 (3)

Br B f Sergei Prokoﬁev (CAN) - Genuinely Crowded (IRE) Dougie Costello J

O Susan Skingsley & Partner Mark Walford, Sheriﬀ Hutton T

B Harry Bocker

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 30. 3,500 gns foal, Sergei Prokoﬁev ﬁlly Dam maiden (stayed 1 1/2m) half-sister to useful winner up to 1m Get Knotted. Likely to be an outsider on racecourse debut. TFRHHIII BHA-

9 PULL THE

RUG

(IRE) (24) 0 9-2 (1)

Br B f Mehmas (IRE) - Bungee Jump (IRE) Callum Rodriguez J O Paul & Clare Rooney Edward Bethell, Middleham T

B Tally-Ho Stud Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW £65,000 yearling, Mehmas ﬁlly out of a dam who won at 2 yrs, shaped better than the bare result on debut when seventh of 10 in maiden at Haydock (6f, good to ﬁrm) earlier this month, paying the price for a big move into contention (on wrong side of track). Could improve now tackling 5f TFRHHHII BHA-

10 RESDEV KISSES (GB) (31) 0 9-2 (5)

Br B f Dream Ahead (USA) - Mirror Kisses Joanna Mason J

O Resdev & Partner Michael & David Easterby, Sheriﬀ Hutton T

B Bickmarsh Stud Resdev Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ardad colt out of dam who won as a juvenile. Failed to progress from debut when third of 5 in novice at Ripon (5f, good to firm), though the runner-up has boosted the form subsequently Faces a different test following a break and too soon to write off yet.

TFRHHHII BHA-

5 WHISKEY NEAT (IRE) (22) 00 9-7 (11)

Br B c Proﬁtable (IRE) - Peace Trail Jim Crowley J

O Amo Racing Ltd & Valmont Patrick Owens, Newmarket T

B Mr Pat Turley Sports Invest UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW £75,000 breeze-up purchase who is speedily-bred but oﬀered little more than on debut when eighth of 10 in maiden at Beverley (5f, good to ﬁrm, 20/1) 22 days ago. Improvement needed. TFRHHIII BHA-

6 CLOUDBUSTER (GB) (9) 043 9-2 (4)

Br B f Dream Ahead (USA) - Abated Tom Marquand J

O Chris Stedman Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T

B Mr C. E. Stedman Coulthursts Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dream Ahead ﬁlly who is going the right way in maidens, again running creditably when 14/1, third of 11 in novice at this course (6f, good to soft) 9 days ago, racing closer to pace than ideal. Has shaped well over 5f previously and should go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA67

TIMEFORM VIEW Bred to be a speedy juvenile but looked badly in need of the experience when 28/1, last of 8 in maiden at Hamilton (5f, good to ﬁrm) on debut 31 days ago. Needs to leave that form well behind if she’s to make more of an impact TFRHHIII BHA-

RESDEV

TIME (GB) (-) 9-2 (6)

Br B f Time Test - Doobahdeedoo (USA) Billy Garritty J

O Resdev & Mrs Mary-Anne Parker Michael & David Easterby, Sheriﬀ Hutton T

B Crimbourne Bloodstock Ltd Resdev Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 16. 10,000 gns foal, Time Test ﬁlly. Half-sister to useful winner up to 7f Diligent Resdev and 7f winner Nammos. Dam unraced out of useful 8.5f winner Absolute Crackers. Worth a market check on debut but likely to want further on breeding. TFRHHIII BHA-

2024: RIVER SEINE (IRE) 2 9 2 Daniel Tudhope 11-10 (K R Burke) 4 ran

Running for the ﬁrst time since Gelding No 3.

PROBABLE S.P.’s 9-4 Chairmanfourtimes (IRE), 9-2 Cloudbuster (GB), 17-2 Valor Spirit (IRE), 11-1 Our Hero Matty (IRE), 12-1 Enjoy The Night (IRE), 14-1 Dabbling (IRE), 16-1 Resdev Time (GB), 18-1 Empress Olivia (GB), 22-1 Pull The Rug (IRE), 33-1 Resdev Kisses (GB), 50-1 Whiskey Neat (IRE)

Colours No Horse

st-lb Draw Colours No Horse

st-lb Draw

THE TIMEFORM VIEW CHAIRMANFOURTIMES sets the standard and shouldn’t be hindered by the drop to the minimum trip. He can get oﬀ the mark at the fourth attempt, while Cloudbuster may prove the main danger having shaped well over 5f previously Of the rest, Valor Spirit could be worth another chance to build on his debut promise following a break, while both Dabbling and Pull the Rug showed ability on their respective debuts and remain open to improvement.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CHAIRMANFOURTIMES (IRE) 2.CLOUDBUSTER 3.VALOR SPIRIT (IRE)

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.

POSITION OF STALLS

Unless an announcement is made to the contrary, Starting Stalls will be positioned against the INSIDE RUNNING RAIL for all races.

TRIPS TO SEE THE START OF THE RACES

We will be running guided trips to see the start of the first, sixth and seventh races.

If you’d like to see the start of these races, please meet the minibus at the entrance gates to the Picnic Enclosure at 1.40pm, 4.10pm and 4.40pm.

THE NICK & LIZ 40TH ANNIVERSARY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 x Declared Runners 11 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights raised 1lb 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 (39 wins from 350 runners, 11%) runs TESTIMONIAL

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (9 wins from 84 runners, 11%) runs TESTIMONIAL

Longest Traveller: LOVETTE trained by I Jardine, Carrutherstown, 160 miles.

1 PROJECT GEOFIN (GB) (44) 200-460 4 10-2 (10)

Br Br g Calyx - Bond Artist (IRE) P. J. McDonald J

O Bond Thoroughbred Limited Geoﬀ Oldroyd, Pocklington T

B Bond Thoroughbred Limited Churchill Tyres S

TIMEFORMVIEW Eighth of 11 in handicap (11/1) at York (7f, good to ﬁrm) 44 days ago. Back on last winning mark but need to see more. TFRHHIII BHA69

2 SHE’S GOT BOTTLE (GB) (22) 30620-0 CD 6 10-0 (8)

Br B m Lethal Force (IRE) - Lady Tabitha (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J

O Bolton Mill Racing II Lizzie Quinlan, Appleby-in-Westmorland T

B Saxtead Livestock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Tongue strap on ﬁrst time, fourteenth of 15 in handicap (40/1) at Carlisle (9f, heavy) 22 days ago. Danny Tudhope booked but hard to fancy on recent eﬀorts. TFRHHIII BHA67

3 SUPER HIT (FR) (12) 136004 D 4 9-13 (3)

Br B g Too Darn Hot - Heaven’s Angel (IRE) Jason Hart J

O R J Lorenz Darryll Holland, Newmarket T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Thirsk in April. Respectable 5 lengths fourth of 10 in handicap (25/1) at Beverley (7.5f, good) 12 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA66

4 EEETEE (IRE) (7) 530151 D 7 9-13 (6)

Br B g Fast Company (IRE) - Chiquita Picosa (USA) Jack Nicholls (7) J

O Peter Clarke Racing and John Wainwright John Wainwright, Malton T

B Macha Bloodstock & N. Drion

TIMEFORM VIEW Two 1m wins at Redcar this summer, latterly an apprentice event under Jack Nicholls last Sunday. Races oﬀ the same mark here so his claims are obvious. TFRHHHHH BHA66

5 ANJO BONITA (GB) (22) 0-05505 5 9-12 (1)

Br B m Harry Angel (IRE) - Cape Mystery Jonny Peate J

O Keep The Faith Partnership Sara Ender, Malton T

B Cape Mystery Partnership Wilcocks Contractors Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner in 2023. Drawn blank since but creditable ﬁfth of 15 in handicap (25/1) at Carlisle (9f, heavy) 22 days ago. Stable among the winners in recent days TFRHHHII BHA65

6 ARKENSTAAR (GB) (20) 06-0440 D 5 9-9 (11)

Br B g Kessaar (IRE) - Never Lose Connor Beasley J

O Mr P Appleton & Mrs Anne Elliott Michael Dods, Darlington T

B Tibthorpe Stud Denton Hall Racing Ltd S

Br Breeding J Jockey

O Owner T Trainer

B Breeder S Sponsor

7 LOVETTE (GB) (20) 551 D 3 9-8 (5)

Br B f Oasis Dream - Wolﬂet Mohammed Tabti (5) J

O Mr James Gordon Thom Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T

B Mr James Gordon Thom Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced winner 4/1, won 7-runner maiden at Ripon (1m, good to ﬁrm) 20 days ago, suited by way race developed. Unexposed but this opening handicap mark demands improvement. TFRHHHII BHA69

8 LOUIE THE LEGEND (IRE) (12) 0-00041 D 3 9-7 (9)

Br B g Make Believe - Maayaat (USA) Kyle Strydom J

O Mr Chris Housego Dylan Cunha, Newmarket T

B John & Anne-Marie O’Connor

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 7-runner handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, good to soft, 9/4) 12 days ago. Enters calculations for his very much in-form stable. TFRHHHHI BHA68

9 TESTIMONIAL (GB) (20) 0020-20 3 9-2 (4)

Br B g Time Test - Royal Rascal Duran Fentiman J

O Mr & Mrs N Wrigley Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Mr & Mrs N. Wrigley Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, seventh of 10 in handicap at Ripon (1m, good to ﬁrm) 20 days ago, met some trouble. Runner-up on 1m Wetherby reappearance prior to that TFRHHHII BHA63

10 KEATS HOUSE (IRE) (15) 5U6312 D 3 9-1 (2)

Br B g Earthlight (IRE) - Maria Christina (IRE) Joanna Mason J

O Middleham Park & Rond Point Partnership Michael & David Easterby, Sheriﬀ Hutton T

B South House Stud Middleham Park Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Beverley in July. Creditable second of 9 in handicap (10/1) at Hamilton (8.3f, good to ﬁrm) 15 days ago, well positioned.

TFRHHHII BHA62

11 BAZBALL

(IRE) (12) 0-46600 4 8-13 (7)

Br B f Estidhkaar (IRE) - Soﬁ’s Spirit (IRE) Tom Eaves J

O McGoldrick Racing Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T

B Sherbourne Lodge Tuﬀa Footwear Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2023. 22/1, below form seventh of 12 in handicap at Thirsk (7f, good to soft) 12 days ago. TFRHHIII BHA52

2024: CLOUDY SKYE (IRE) 3 9 8 Oisin Orr 7-2 (Richard Fahey) 8 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No 3.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 6, 9.

TIMEFORMVIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2024. 11/2, respectable seventh of 12 in handicap at Ayr (1m, good to soft) 20 days ago. Back to a potentially lenient mark and with the yard going well.

TFRHHHHI BHA62

PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-2 Eeetee (IRE), 11-2 Louie The Legend (IRE), 9-1 Keats House (IRE), 10-1 Arkenstaar (GB), 12-1 Lovette (GB), Testimonial (GB), 16-1 Super Hit (FR), Anjo Bonita (GB), 20-1 She’s Got Bottle (GB), 22-1 Project Geoﬁn (GB), 33-1 Bazball (IRE)

Colours

THE TIMEFORM VIEW EEETEE escapes a penalty for last Sunday’s Redcar success under Jack Nicholls and should take a bit of stopping if showing up in similar form. Arkenstaar is starting to look dangerously well treated and could revive with the Michael Dods team in form. Louie The Legend is also respected on the back of a recent Nottingham win. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.EEETEE (IRE) 2.ARKENSTAAR 3.LOUIE THE LEGEND (IRE)

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

ABBREVIATIONS

BF – Beaten Favourite. C – Course Winner. U – Unseated Rider. D – Distance Winner. d – Disqualified. S – Slipped.

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THE SKY BET POMFRET STAKES (CLASS 1) (LISTED RACE)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £50000 x Declared Runners 6 Owners Prize Money. 1st £22000, 2nd £9070, 3rd £4535, 4th £2270, 5th £1135, 6th £565. (Penalty Value £28010)

Leading course trainer (20-25): K R Burke (19 wins from 109 runners, 17%) runs BOILING POINT

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (8 wins from 38 runners, 21%) runs BOILING POINT

Longest Traveller: CICERO’S GIFT trained by C Hills, Lambourn, 180 miles.

Colours No Horse Age st-lb Draw

1 BOILING POINT (IRE) (31) 2/2104-5 4 9-7 (2)

Br B c Too Darn Hot - Lady Momoka (IRE) Cliﬀord Lee J

O Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart colt. First run since leaving Roger Varian when good ﬁfth of 10 in handicap (17/2) at Newcastle (1m) on reappearance 31 days ago. Respected. TFRHHHHI BHA105

2 CHECKANDCHALLENGE (GB) (23) 203504 D 6 9-7 (3)

Br B or Br g Fast Company (IRE) - Likeable Callum Shepherd J

O Mr A. Hetherton William Knight, Newmarket T

B Meon Valley Stud William Knight Racing Ltd S

Br Breeding J Jockey

O Owner T Trainer

B Breeder S Sponsor

2024: POINT LYNAS (IRE) 5 9 7 Callum Rodriguez 7-2 (Edward Bethell) 7 ran Hood worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2. Stewards Note: PRAGUE: Following its run on 12/7/2025 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.

PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-4 Point Lynas (IRE), 7-2 Prague (IRE), 5-1 Make Me King (FR), 7-1 Boiling Point (IRE), 10-1 Cicero’s Gift (GB), 11-1 Checkandchallenge (GB)

THE TIMEFORM VIEW POINT LYNAS was better than ever when second in Group 2 company at Ascot earlier in the month and holds sound claims of landing a second successive win in this race. Boiling Point made a sound start for new trainer Karl Burke when ﬁfth under a big weight in a Newcastle handicap last month and can build on that and provide the main threat ahead of Make Me King.

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2023. Looked to be going through the motions a bit when 3 3/4 lengths fourth of 6 to Windlord in listed race (13/2) at Sandown (1 1/4m, good to ﬁrm) 23 days ago. The reﬁtting of cheekpieces needs to spark him.

TFRHHIII BHA108

3 CICERO’S GIFT (GB) (59) 0400-36 D 5 9-7 (1)

Br B g Muhaarar - Terentia Jason Watson J

O Rosehill Racing Charles Hills, Lambourn T

B Mrs F. S. Williams Wishanger Estates Ltd S

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.POINT LYNAS (IRE) 2.BOILING POINT (IRE) 3.MAKE ME KING (FR) RACE

RESULT

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart on his day, including third in 1m Sandown Group 2 on reappearance in April. Consistency has been an issue with him in recent times, though, and he was well held back there (1 1/4m) 5 weeks later. Freshened up since.

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4 MAKE ME KING (FR) (42) 101-333 D 5 9-7 (5)

Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Miss Inﬁnity (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J

O Wathnan Racing Hamad Al Jehani, GB T

B S.A.S. Haras Voltaire Wathnan Racing, Damsa Holding Company W.L.L S

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 1m Group 3 at Deauville last summer Creditable 1/2-length third of 9 to Zabiari in another French Group 3 last time. TFRHHHII BHA107

5 POINT LYNAS (IRE) (15) 01-2042 CD 6 9-7 (4)

Br B g Iﬀraaj - Initially

Callum Rodriguez J

O Julie and David R Martin and Dan Hall Edward Bethell, Middleham T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Tote S

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TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a dominant display when making all in this race last year and warmed up for a repeat with an excellent 3/4-length second of 6 to Never So Brave in Summer Mile at Ascot (ﬁrm) 15 days ago. The one to beat in this again.

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6 PRAGUE (IRE) (15) 5210-54 D 5 9-7 (6)

Br B h Galileo (IRE) - Princess Noor (IRE) Jim Crowley J

O A Dal Pos, L Zanin, R Zanin Dylan Cunha, Newmarket T

B Barronstown Stud

Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Group 2 winner on soft ground last autumn. Not quite at that level in his 2 outings this season, ﬁnishing 3 3/4 lengths behind the reopposing Point Lynas when fourth in the Summer Mile at Ascot (ﬁrm) 15 days ago.

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THE PONTEFRACT AND DISTRICT GOLF CLUB LTD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS RACE)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 9 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 (39 wins from 350 runners, 11%) runs MASEKELA

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D O’Meara (11 wins from 55 runners, 20%) runs RAULIN

Longest Traveller: DAWN OF LIBERATION trained by R Carr, Stillington, 82 miles.

1 DAWN OF LIBERATION (IRE) (8) 115100 D 6 10-3 (4)

Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Danetime Out (IRE) Warren Fentiman (5) J

O Ruth Carr Racing Club Ruth Carr, Stillington T

B Bec Bloodstock William Hill S

TIMEFORMVIEW Made it 3 wins from his last 4 starts at York last month but found his run of form coming to an abrupt halt at that track subsequently. Best excused latest run at Ripon when short of room but still needs to prove he can win from a mark this high. TFRHHHII BHA79

2 DESERT EMPEROR (GB) (191) 30031-5 8 10-2 (9)

Br B g Camelot - Praia (GER)

Joanna Mason J

O The Laura Mason Syndicate & LWestwood Michael & David Easterby, SheriﬀHutton T

B Stiftung Gestuet Faehrhof Stittenham Farms S

Br Breeding J Jockey

O Owner T Trainer

B Breeder S Sponsor

7 TIME TELLS ALL (IRE) (12) 300541 D 5 9-6 (6)

Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Joailliere (IRE) Zak Wheatley (3) J

O Steve & Bea Ryan Limited Declan Carroll, Malton T

B Moyglare Stud Farm Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Turned in his best eﬀort of the season down in grade when winning a 9-runner handicap at Beverley (9.9f, good) 12 days ago, suited by strong gallop (third has won since). Isn’t guaranteed to get as much pace here but is entitled to respect despite the step up in class. TFRHHHHI BHA68

8 MASEKELA (IRE) (22) 662040 6 9-4 (7)

Br B g El Kabeir (USA) - Lady’s Purse David Allan J

O Green Racing Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Coolawn Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW All-weather winner last December over 12f but not in the same form the following month when ﬁfth of 10 in handicap (22/1) at Southwell (12.1f), unable to sustain what had looked a promising eﬀort. Has been competitive in better company than this on turf and is worth a market check on return.

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3 SAYF AL DAWLA (GB) (591) 33//1605/- D 7 10-2 (3)

Br B g Frankel - Attraction Tom Eaves J

O Stack Partnership Joel Parkinson & Sue Smith, Bingley T

B Floors Farming Tuﬀa Footwear Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Went the wrong way temperamentally for Peter Chapple-Hyam and virtually refused to race on ﬁnal start for that yard in December 2023. Tongue strap back on for stable debut after long absence and clearly isn’t one to hang your hat on. TFRHHIII BHA78

4 UP THE JAZZ (IRE) (16) 00-6020 D 4 9-11 (8)

Br B g Buratino (IRE) - Gwyllion (USA) Oisin Orr J

O The Musley Bank Partnership & Partner Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Lynn Lodge Stud Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran well down in grade when runner-up at Beverley earlier this month but found out in a better race when seventh of 9 in handicap at York (10.2f, good to ﬁrm) 16 days ago. Remains below his last winning mark and ought to be more competitive eased slightly in grade. TFRHHHHI BHA73

5 POL ROGER (IRE) (21) 00-5300 D 5 9-10 (1)

Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Passegiata Connor Beasley J

O Mr J. Sagar Michael Dods, Darlington T

B Grange & Manister House Studs Denton Hall Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Moved through the race as if capable of defying this sort of mark when third over 10f at Ayr in May but well below form subsequently, again getting warm before the start when eighth of 10 in handicap at Ayr (10f) 21 days ago. Could be the pace angle and remains well treated. TFRHHHHI BHA72

6 RAULIN (IRE) (25) 3-51344 D 3 9-8 (2)

Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Lope Scholar (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J

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

B Luas Bloodstock Akela Plant Hire Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty ﬁve runs since last win in 2021 but had been in good form this season prior to ﬁnishing 10/1, eleventh of 12 in handicap at Carlisle (11.2f, heavy) 22 days ago. Overall strike-rate tempers enthusiasm. TFRHHIII BHA66

9 LOOKS FANTASTIC (GB) (30) 0-2403 3 9-0 (5)

Br B g Kameko (USA) - Stacey Sutton (FR) Callum Rodriguez J O Richard and Alexia Howes Edward Bethell, Middleham T B Aston Mullins Stud Tattersalls S

TIMEFORMVIEW Placed in an all-weather maiden prior to being outclassed on handicap debut. Back on track down in grade with cheekpieces on for first time, third of 5 at Doncaster (10.2f) 30 days ago but didn’t look straightforward (flashed tail). Remains to be seen if change of headgear has the desired effect. TFRHHIII BHA71

2024: HIGHWAYGREY 8 9 7 David Allan 11-4 (Tim Easterby) 5 ran Blinkers worn ﬁrst time by No 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 8. Stewards Note: DAWN OF LIBERATION: Following its run on 19/7/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on. SAYF AL DAWLA: Following its run on 14/12/2023 it was reported that the horse was slow away POL ROGER: Following its run on 6/7/2025 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly MASEKELA: Following its run on 5/7/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. PROBABLE S.P.’s 3-1 Raulin (IRE), 7-2 Time Tells All (IRE), 8-1 Pol Roger (IRE), 9-1 Up The Jazz (IRE), 10-1 Looks Fantastic (GB), 12-1 Dawn of Liberation (IRE), Desert Emperor (GB), Masekela (IRE), 33-1 Sayf Al Dawla (GB)

THE TIMEFORM VIEW Already a winner over 1 1/4m this season, RAULIN should appreciate returning to this trip back down in class. He’s preferred to Pol Roger who could be the pace angle in this race and has previously shaped as if capable of defying this sort of mark, while Up The Jazz remains below his last winning mark and ought to be more competitive eased slightly in grade.

TIMEFORM VIEW Oﬀ the mark on handicap debut at Redcar (10f) in May and has performed respectably over this trip in a higher grade at Chester since. Again didn’t fully convince with his stamina over 12f at Thirsk earlier this month but has solid claims back down in trip and grade.

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MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE

)

for maiden three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 x Declared Runners 8 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3414, 2nd £1706, 3rd £854, 4th £426. (Penalty Value £4320)

Leading course trainer (20-25): W Haggas (14 wins from 40 runners, 35%) runs GOLDEN HORSE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Haggas (12 wins from 40 runners, 30%) runs GOLDEN HORSE

Longest Traveller: GOODWOOD MOGUL trained by M Tregoning, Whitsbury, 224 miles.

1 TIMELYAPPROACH (GB) (212)

5 10-1 (4)

Br B g Dubawi (IRE) - Pleascach (IRE) William Pyle (3) J

O Tracy Waggott and Sally Booth Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor T

B Godolphin

TIMEFORM VIEW 7,500 4-y-o, third foal, brother to minor winner abroad, dam winner up to 1 1/2m, including Irish 1000 Guineas and Yorkshire Oaks. Down the ﬁeld in 2 bumpers last year and makes limited appeal on Flat debut.

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2 ETTORE (IRE) (18) 00 3 9-7 (7)

Br B c Sottsass (FR) - Recambe (IRE) Aidan Keeley J

O Mr John Connolly Roger Varian, Newmarket T

B Bloodstock Agency Ltd Eclipse Partners Ltd S

Br Breeding J Jockey

O Owner T Trainer

B Breeder S Sponsor

7 CHARMING PRINCESS (IRE) (18) 32 3 9-2 (8)

Br Br f Wootton Bassett - Hint of A Tint (IRE) Rossa Ryan J

O HRH Prince Faisal Bin Khaled & Najd Stud Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

B Mrs Sue Ann Foley

TIMEFORM VIEW More than built on encouraging debut eﬀort when close second of 13 in maiden at Ffos Las (8f, good) 18 days ago, clear of rest. Remains open to improvement and is the one to beat. TFRHHHHH BHA-

8 HOPEFUL JOY (GB) (20) 42 3 9-2 (2)

Br B f Mehmas (IRE) - Joyful Hope Dougie Costello J O Ms M. Austerﬁeld Mark Walford, Sheriﬀ Hutton T

B Coverdale Stud Mark Walford Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW No impact in either start thus far and will likely be seen in better light when sent handicapping.

3 GOLDEN

HORSE

(IRE) (-)

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3 9-7 (3)

Br Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Miss Aiglonne Tom Marquand J

O Mr Saeed Suhail William Haggas, Newmarket T

B Sunderland Holding Inc

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved on debut form when second of 7 in maiden at Ripon (8f, good to ﬁrm) 20 days ago. Can make presence felt again here. TFRHHHII BHA-

2024: RETRACEMENT (IRE) 3 9 7 Tom Marquand 30-100 (William Haggas) 12 ran

Running for the ﬁrst time since Gelding No 5.

TIMEFORM VIEW 425,000 gns yearling, Sea The Stars gelding. Brother to useful 11f/1 1/2m winner Kildare Legend and half-brother to French 6.5f winner My Runner. Highly respected on debut.

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4 GOODWOOD MOGUL (GB) (17) 0-4 3 9-7 (5)

Br B g Mohaather - Garabelle (IRE) Cliﬀord Lee J

O Goodwood Racehorse Owners Group (30) Marcus Tregoning, Whitsbury T

B Shoreham Stud Goodwood Racecourse Ltd S

PROBABLE S.P.’s 8-11 Charming Princess (IRE), 9-2 Golden Horse (IRE), 12-1 The Northern Lord (GB), 14-1 Goodwood Mogul (GB), Hopeful Joy (GB), 33-1 Ettore (IRE), 40-1 Omon Vase (GB), 250-1 Timely Approach (GB)

THE TIMEFORM VIEW CHARMING PRINCESS is going the right way and can get oﬀ the mark here. William Haggas’s newcomer Golden Horse makes plenty of appeal on pedigree and may provide the chief threat, particularly if the market speak in his favour Goodwood Mogul is also of interest.

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced gelding who shaped well, back from 14 months oﬀ, when fourth of 14 in novice at Carlisle (7.8f, good) 17 days ago. Should be more to come yet.

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5 OMON VASE (GB) (99) 0 3 9-7 (1)

Br B g Showcasing - Speculating (IRE) Ben Sanderson J

O Cragg Wood Racing Kevin Frost, Newark T

B Josh Cameron Kevin Frost Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Looked badly in need of experience when thirteenth of 17 in maiden at Cork (8f, soft) on debut in April. Since left Donnacha Aidan O’Brien (also been gelded) and is probably best watched here.

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6 THE NORTHERN LORD (GB) (-) 3 9-7 (6)

Br B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Lawless Secret Jason Hart J

O M Blencowe & M Owen Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

B Little Park Farm Moretons Investments Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW 32,000 gns foal, 20,000 gns yearling, Harry Angel gelding. Half-brother to 2-y-o 5f winner Impeachment and 1m-1 1/4m winner Meet Me In Meraki. Interesting newcomer TFRHHHII BHA-

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HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 7 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234)

Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (39 wins from 350 runners, 11%) runs SPIRIT OF APPLAUSE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (9 wins from 84 runners, 11%) runs SPIRIT OF APPLAUSE

Longest Traveller: BOSH trained by M Dods, Darlington, 71 miles.

1 BOSH (IRE) (27) 6-00004

6 10-1 (3)

Br B g Proﬁtable (IRE) - Tropical Mist (IRE) Connor Beasley J

O The Gorijeb Partnership Michael Dods, Darlington T

B Denis McDonnell

Denton Hall Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful for Richard Hannon and again wasn’t disgraced from his falling mark when fourth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 6/1) 27 days ago. First run over this trip since debut but merits consideration dropping even further in class. TFRHHHHI BHA83

2 ELEGANT ERIN (IRE) (30) 552220 CD 8 9-13 (6)

Br B m Dandy Man (IRE) - Eriniya (IRE) Jason Hart J

O R J Bloodstock Paul Midgley, Westow T

B Brian Miller

TIMEFORM VIEW 3 successive runner-up eﬀorts on turf (the most recent strong form) and still at the top of her game when respectable seventh of 14 in handicap at Newcastle (5f AW) 30 days ago, having been forced to challenge on the far wing. Previous C&D winner remains one to be interested in back on turf. TFRHHHHI BHA81

3 BRUMMELL (IRE) (31) 215-140 D 4 9-13 (4)

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Strait Power (IRE) Ryan Sexton J

O Owners Group 122 Julie Camacho, Malton T

B Mountarmstrong Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a positive start to the season, winning over 5f at Beverley in April but ran badly latest when last of 8 in handicap (5/1) at Hamilton (5f, good to firm) 31 days ago. Has a bit to find on the back of that effort. TFRHHHII BHA81

4 VENTURA EXPRESS (GB) (23) 254002 CD 8 9-12 (5)

Br Ch g Mayson - Mail Express (IRE) David Nolan J

O Buist, Crowther & Shields Paul Midgley, Westow T

B Scuderia Archi Romani Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW 4-time C&D winner remains 3lb below her last winning mark and has been plying his trade at higher level this season. Looked unlucky not to ﬁnish even closerwhen second of 8 in handicap at Beverley (5f, good to ﬁrm) 23 days ago, running on having been denied a clear run. Makes plenty of appeal. TFRHHHHH BHA80

5 FUJI MOUNTAIN (IRE) (29) 13-6000 D 3 9-8 (7)

Br Gr g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Angelic Light (IRE) Zak Wheatley (3) J

O Steve & Bea Ryan Limited Declan Carroll, Malton T

B Yeomanstown Stud Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 5f winner at Chester (on soft ground) at 2 yrs but yet to threaten in handicaps this season, forgiven latest run when shaping as though amiss, seventeenth of 18 in handicap at York (6f, good, 33/1) 29 days ago. Would prefer softer ground on return to the minimum trip. TFRHHIII BHA80

6 THE ACTOR (IRE) (134) 3053-50 D 3 9-7 (2)

Br B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Lilian Baylis (IRE) Tom Kiely-Marshall (5) J

O G B Turnbull Ltd & Julie Camacho Julie Camacho, Malton T

B SheikhMohammedObaidAlMaktoum Tote,DavidRoberts&PartnersInsuranceBrokers Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form at 2 yrs for Richard Hannon but not threatened in 2 starts for new yard, having wind op prior to ﬁnishing 6 1/4 lengths last in handicap at Southwell (6.1f, 28/1) in March. Visor on ﬁrst time in place of cheekpieces but has something to prove at present. TFRHHIII BHA79

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Br Breeding J Jockey

O Owner T Trainer

B Breeder S Sponsor

7 SPIRIT OF APPLAUSE (GB) (15) 300330 D 5 9-4 (1)

Br B g Charm Spirit (IRE) - Accolade David Allan J

O Mr S A Heley & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T B S Von Schilcher & Catridge Farm Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Well backed having dropped to his last winning mark when 2 1/2 lengths third of 5 in a handicap at Nottingham (5f, good) prior to being bumped at the start and left poorly placed when down the ﬁeld at York earlier this month. Dropped another 1lb but needs to do more if he’s to capitalise. TFRHHHII BHA72

2024: HOLBACHE 6 9 4 Ryan Sexton 13-2 (Julie Camacho) 6 ran Visor worn ﬁrst time by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7. Stewards Note: FUJI MOUNTAIN: Following its run on 28/6/2025 it was reported that the horse lost action approaching ﬁnal f. SPIRIT OF APPLAUSE: Following its run on 12/7/2025 it was reported that the horse was hampered early-on.

PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-2 Ventura Express (GB), 7-2 Bosh (IRE), Elegant Erin (IRE), 6-1 Brummell (IRE), 12-1 Spirit of Applause (GB), 16-1 Fuji Mountain (IRE), 25-1 The Actor (IRE)

THE TIMEFORM VIEW The lack of an obvious front-runner somewhat muddies the waters but 4-time C&D winner VENTURA EXPRESS has been plying his trade in better company this season and was unlucky not to ﬁnish much closer when runner-up at Beverley last time. He’s preferred to fellow C&D winner Elegant Erin who has some strong form for the grade this season and arrives in form, while Bosh eases further in class and could be dangerous having his ﬁrst start over this trip since his debut.

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THE GOOD LUCK TO THE LIONESSES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

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): T Easterby (39 wins from 350 runners, 11%) runs CANARIA SUN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (9 wins from 84 runners, 11%) runs CANARIA SUN

Longest Travellers: DESERT BEAUTY trained by D Cunha, MAKING MOVES trained by Darryll Holland, both Newmarket, 147 miles.

1 GIS A SUB (IRE) (8) 006662 CD

6 9-11 (13)

Br B g Acclamation - Monclaire (GER) David Nolan J

O Ian Massheder & Ged Shields Paul Midgley, Westow T

B Kildaragh Stud

Br Breeding J Jockey

O Owner T Trainer

B Breeder S Sponsor

7 CANARIA SUN (GB) (47) 5506 3 9-4 (5)

Br B g Twilight Son - Gran Canaria Queen David Allan J O Racing Knights & Ptnr Tim Easterby, Malton T B Habton Racing Abscaﬀ Selby Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who turned in best eﬀort of season when good second of 10 in handicap at Ripon (6f, soft) 8 days ago, clear of rest. Cheekpieces back on. Likely contender.

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2 LADY BOUQUET (GB) (11) 0-30001 4 9-10 (1)

Br B f Land Force (IRE) - Loulou Bellini Warren Fentiman (5) J

O James and Susan Cookson Philip Kirby, Richmond T

B Highclere Stud Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a drop in the weights when returning to winning ways in 9-runner handicap at Catterick (5f, good, 9/1) 11 days ago. Remains fairly treated, despite a 4lb rise for that victory, and ought to go well again.

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3 SHARK TWO ONE (GB) (22) 303213 D 7 9-9 (12)

Br B g Adaay (IRE) - Touching (IRE) Lewis Edmunds J

O Mayﬂower Racing Club Jessica Macey, Doncaster T

B Killashee House Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 12/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, sixth of 8 in handicap at Catterick (6f, good to ﬁrm) 47 days ago, not clear run. Others look better treated. TFRHHIII BHA52

8 FILEY BEACH (IRE) (12) 42206-4 4 9-3 (4)

Br B g Proﬁtable (IRE) - Pilates (IRE) James Sullivan J

O Mr Peter Ward Ruth Carr, Stillington T

B Mountarmstrong Stud Tote, William Hill S

TIMEFORM VIEW First run since leaving Jason Ward when creditable fourth of 12 in handicap (10/1) at Thirsk (7f, good to soft) 12 days ago. Entitled to build on that and ﬁgures oﬀ a handy mark. 1lb out of the weights. TFRHHHII BHA45

9 FLAVIUS TITUS (GB) (8) 6-00404 CD 10 9-3 (11)

Br Ch g Lethal Force (IRE) - Furbelow Rowan Scott J

O Mr Foster & Partner Danny Brooke, Middleham T B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Danny Brooke Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Leicester in June. 7/1, bit below form third of 9 in handicap at Carlisle (7.8f, heavy) 22 days ago. Back down in trip. Needs a couple of these to falter.

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4 BIBENDUM (GB) (61) 654030 4 9-8 (3)

Br B g Showcasing - Eminently Ryan Sexton J

O New Vision Bloodstock Julie Camacho, Malton T

B Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 19 Flat runs. Below form seventh of 16 in handicap at Leicester (7f, good, 20/1) 61 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Jessica Macey. Others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA51

5 RAIN CAP (GB) (10) 224642 D 8 9-6 (8)

Br B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Rough Courte (IRE) Sean Kirrane J

O J R Racing John David Riches, Pilling T

B Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited J R Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty two runs since last win in 2023. 3/1, creditable second of 6 in handicap at Hamilton (6f, good to ﬁrm) 10 days ago. Each-way claims. TFRHHHII BHA49

6 GOLDEN PROSPERITY (IRE) (18) 001504 D 6 9-6 (9)

Br Ch g Galileo Gold - April (IRE) Andrew Breslin (3) J

O Samantha Ullyott & Tony Coyle Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton T

B Ken Carroll

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Nottingham in June. Respectable fourth of 9 in handicap (12/1) at Catterick (7f, good to ﬁrm) 18 days ago. Others more appealing. TFRHHIII BHA49

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Bit below form fourth of 10 in handicap (40/1) at Ripon (6f, soft) 8 days ago, never nearer Others more persuasive. 1lb out of the weights. TFRHHIII BHA43

10 SPORTING LIFE (IRE) (17) 060-0 3 9-2 (6)

Br B g Sergei Prokoﬁev (CAN) - Cherry Oak (IRE) Jason Hart J

O Faim Syndicate John & Sean Quinn, Malton T B M. Phelan JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Tenth of 13 in handicap at Carlisle (5.8f, good, 22/1) 17 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Makes limited appeal. TFRHIIII BHA50

11 DESERT BEAUTY (GB) (10) 360251 3 9-1 (2)

Br B f Oasis Dream - Lyrical Beauty (IRE) Jim Crowley J

O Mr Ron Watts Dylan Cunha, Newmarket T B Galloway Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Posted career best, in ﬁrst-time cheekpieces, when winning 8-runner handicap (4/1) at Leicester (7f, good to ﬁrm) 10 days ago, driven out. 3lb rise fair and merits consideration. TFRHHHHI BHA49

12 SHARP CALL (IRE) (20) 000466 3 9-1 (10)

Br B f Soldier’s Call - Sharp Practice Lewis Chalkley (7) J

O The Laura Mason Syndicate Michael & David Easterby, Sheriﬀ Hutton T

B Michael Crean Stittenham Farms S

TIMEFORM VIEW 28/1, sixth of 7 in handicap at Ripon (6f, good to ﬁrm) 20 days ago. Still looking for ﬁrst success. TFRHIIII BHA49

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13 MAKING MOVES (GB) (31) 000 3 8-13 (7)

Br Br f Aclaim (IRE) - Making Love (GER) Jason Watson J O BB Thoroughbreds & HCS Darryll Holland, Newmarket T

B Harriet Loder

TIMEFORMVIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 300/1, eighth of 9 in novice at Newmarket (7f, good to ﬁrm) 31 days ago. May do better now sent handicapping. TFRHHIII BHA47

2024: FLAVIUS TITUS 9 9 7 Rowan Scott 9-2 (Danny Brooke) 9 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No 10. Blinkers worn by No 9. Visor worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 3, 6, 7, 11.

PROBABLE S.P.’s 4-1 Gis A Sub (IRE), 6-1 Lady Bouquet (GB), 13-2 Desert Beauty (GB), 17-2 Rain Cap (GB), 10-1 Filey Beach (IRE), 12-1 Shark Two One (GB), 16-1 Bibendum (GB), Canaria Sun (GB), 22-1 Golden Prosperity (IRE), 25-1 Flavius Titus (GB), Making Moves (GB), 40-1 Sporting Life (IRE), Sharp Call (IRE)

THE TIMEFORM VIEW GIS A SUB looks attractively handicapped and posted his best eﬀort for some time at Ripon last week. He gets the nod in the ﬁnale. Lady Bouquet and Desert Beauty head the list of dangers.

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.55 - THE BRITISH EBF STALLION STUDS MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7327 to the winning horse The second to receive £3438, the third £1717, the fourth £859 and the ﬁfth £428. for maiden two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, July 21st and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 25th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; ﬁllies 9st 2lb. 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 E.B.F have kindly contributed £5,000 towards the prize money for this race 17 entries at £35 - Closed July 21st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5781; Second £2891; Third £1445; Fourth £722; Fifth £361. (Penalty Value £7327.60) SS SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.

Second Race 2.25 - THE NICK & LIZ 40TH ANNIVERSARY 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) £29 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 25th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 3lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 8lb Penalties, after July 19th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Mr and Mrs Gordon have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race. 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. 24 entries, 0 at £5 and 24 at £29. - Closed July 21st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights raised 1lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SS SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.55 - THE SKY BET POMFRET STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £28010 to the winning horse The second to receive £10665, the third £5340, the fourth £2665, the fifth £1335 and the sixth £670. for three yrs old and upwards, which have not won a Group 1 or Group 2 Pattern race after 2024. Enter by noon, July 21st and pay £125 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 25th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 13lb; fillies 8st 8lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb Penalties, after 2024, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb. SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. The winning owner will also receive a Perpetual Challenge Trophy, to be held for one year only In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 14 entries at £125. - Closed July 21st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £22000; Second £9070; Third £4535; Fourth £2270; Fifth £1135; Sixth £565. (Penalty Value £28010) A SS SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.25 - THE PONTEFRACT AND DISTRICT GOLF CLUB LTD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for 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). £30 stake if the horse is rated 59 or higher, or £6 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. July 25th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 7lb Penalties, after July 19th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. PONTEFRACT & DISTRICT GOLF CLUB LTD have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, they will also provide 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, 3 at £6 and 19 at £30. - Closed July 21st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258 (Penalty Value £5234) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.55 - THE JCT600 KIA CASTLEFORD MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4320 to the winning horse The second to receive £2028, the third £1014 and the fourth £507. for maiden three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, July 21st and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 25th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 10st 1lb; fillies 9st 10lb. JCT600 Kia Castleford have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee, judged by them, to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 18 entries at £29. - Closed July 21st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3414; Second £1706; Third £854; Fourth £426. (Penalty Value £4320) SS SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.25 - THE ALWAYS TRYING RACING SYNDICATE 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 63-82 (also open to such horses rated 83 and 84; such horses rated 62 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £30 stake if the horse is rated 63 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 62 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 25th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after July 19th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. THE ALWAYS TRYING RACING SYNDICATE have generously sponsored this race and 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 18 entries, 0 at £6 and 18 at £30. - Closed July 21st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 4.55 - THE GOOD LUCK TO THE LIONESSES 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) £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. July 25th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 3lb; 3-y-o 8st 12lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 3-y-o 9st 4lb Penalties, after July 19th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The Pontefract Park Race Company 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. 19 entries, 2 at £5 and 17 at £25. - Closed July 21st, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2684; Second £1342; Third £671; Fourth £335; Fifth £168. (Penalty Value £3402.10) SS

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.