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THE ROA SHARED OWNERSHIP DAY APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6500 x Declared Runners 8 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2684, 2nd £1342, 3rd £671, 4th £335, 5th £168. (Penalty Value £3402.10)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (32 wins from 353 runners, 9%) runs ALBEGONE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (11 wins from 109 runners, 10%) runs ALBEGONE Longest Traveller: DANGER ALERT trained by A Kirby, Kirtling, 153 miles. Colours

No Horse

Age st-lb BHA Draw

1 ALBEGONE (GB) (9) 265120 D BF

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Br B g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Pacngo O Mr D B & Mrs C Lamplough & Partner B Habton Farms & Mr D. Lamplough

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Horses For Courses 100 TF Top Rated

Horses In Focus

No Horse

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7 TILSWORTH TURF (GB) (105) 30-0003 6 8-9 45 Br Ch g Outstrip - Cavallo da Corsa O Mr M. Ng B Tilsworth Stud Farm

TF VIEW Ended a long losing run in 6-runner handicap at Musselburgh (5f, good to firm) in August and encouragingly was able to back that up when finding only a revitalised rival too strong at Carlisle (5f) earlier this month. Had no luck in the run at Redcar last week and is respected. TFR 73HHHHH

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Jake Dickson (3) J Tim Easterby, Malton T Easthorpe Hall Stud S

2 JOJO RABBIT (GB) (16) 064040 CD

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Oliver Carmichael (5) J J. R. Jenkins, Royston T Tilsworth Stud Farm S

TF VIEW Hasn’t won since September 2024, though produced one of his better recent efforts when third of 8 in handicap at Yarmouth (6f, soft) when last seen back in June. Well positioned there, though, and others might be sharper after a break. TFR 70HHHII

8 NAD ALSHIBA SNOW (IRE) (29) 350554 4 8-9 43

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Br Br g Due Diligence (USA) - Berkshire Honey William Pyle J O Grange Park Racing XIII & Ruth Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington T B Berkshire Parts & Panels Grange Park Racing, Formulated Polymer Products Ltd S

Br B f Oasis Dream - Lizzie Siddal Jack Callan J O The Calm Partnership Mike Murphy, Westoning T B Tinnakill Bloodstock & Jack Cantillon

TF VIEW All the better for reappearance when landing soft-ground handicap at C&D in April (from 4lb higher mark). Shaped up quite well without really being seen to maximum effect a couple of times over the summer but seemingly no excuses when down the field at Leicester earlier this month. TFR 75 HHHII

TF VIEW Is 0-23 and didn’t shape as if ready to shed her maiden tag when fourth of 6 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5f, 8/1) 29 days ago. TFR ?HHIII

3 DANGER ALERT (GB) (25) 340-406 D 6 9-8 59 Br B g Ardad (IRE) - Sandy Times (IRE) O Mr Adam Kirby B Corps Commerce Ltd

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Taryn Langley (3) J Adam Kirby, Kirtling T Adam Kirby Racing Ltd S

TF VIEW Respectable fourth at Windsor on reappearance in May but hasn’t built on that in 2 starts since, never better than mid-field on his debut for this yard at Yarmouth last month. TFR 71HHHII First-time tongue strap goes on alongside reapplied cheekpieces.

4 GOLDEN PROSPERITY (IRE) (15) 330200 D 7 8-9 46

PROBABLE S.P.’s 3-1 Albegone (GB), 4-1 Bust A Moon (GB), 15-2 Ziva’s Star (GB), Tilsworth Turf (GB), 17-2 Jojo Rabbit (GB), 9-1 Danger Alert (GB), 10-1 Nad Alshiba Snow (IRE), 16-1 Golden Prosperity (IRE)

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Br Ch g Galileo Gold - April (IRE) Ethan Tindall (3) J O Samantha Ullyott & Tony Coyle Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton T B Ken Carroll

THE TIMEFORM VIEW ALBEGONE is worth treating as if still in form and makes appeal in a thin-looking race. Bust A Moon went with much more encouragement at Carlisle last time and is also considered, with Jojo Rabbit still lurking on a handy mark if able to bounce back.

TF VIEW Back to form when second of 9 in classified event at Thirsk (6f, good) last month and went off too hard at Catterick next time. Not making much of an impression when meeting a bit of trouble back in handicap company at Redcar 2 weeks ago and others make more appeal. TFR 73HHHII

5 BUST A MOON (GB) (15) 6-03544 D

4 8-9 45

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ALBEGONE 2.BUST A MOON 3.JOJO RABBIT

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RACE RESULT

Br Ch g Rumble Inthejungle (IRE) - Dangerous Moonlite (IRE) Jack Dace J Derek Shaw, Sproxton T O Mr J. Morris B Janet Evans

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TF VIEW Landed a 5f Beverley seller last May for Ian McInnes and produced his best

effort for this yard when fourth of 12 in handicap at Carlisle (5f, good to soft) 15 days ago, nearest finish. On a handy mark if regular slow starts can be rectified. TFR 70HHHHI

6 ZIVA’S STAR (GB) (15) 306020

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Br Ch f Territories (IRE) - Feint O Mr W Bronson & Mr S Whitaker B Bluemoon Racing

Rhys Elliott J Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft T Yorkshire Bale S

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TF VIEW Winless from 26 starts but she did react well to blinkers when runner-up at

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SECOND RACE 2.07

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THE ALWAYS TRYING RACING SYNDICATE EBF RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (FOR HORSES IN BANDS B, C AND D) (EBF RESTRICTED RACE QUALIFIER) (GBB/GBBPlus RACE) for novice two yrs old x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533. (Penalty Value £5400)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (32 wins from 353 runners, 9%) runs POPPULAR & SPECIAL OPERATIONS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (11 wins from 109 runners, 10%) runs POPPULAR & SPECIAL OPERATIONS Longest Traveller: SILVERELLA trained by M Tregoning, Whitsbury, 224 miles. Colours

No Horse

st-lb BHA Draw

1 ROGUE CRUSADER (GB) (20) (3lb) 1 D

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Robert Havlin J Br B c Persian King (IRE) - Bellport (IRE) Peter Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket T O The Rogues Gallery B Rogues Gallery Racing

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Horses For Courses 100 TF Top Rated

Horses In Focus

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7 POPPULAR (GB) (12) (6lb) 0 Br B g Baaeed - Populist (IRE) O Habton Racing B Shapoor Mistry

TF VIEW Persian King colt who justified strong support when making a successful debut at Kempton 3 weeks ago, knuckling down well and seeming to have a bit in hand at the line. Form looks ordinary but he’s sure to progress. TFR 87pHHHHI

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David Allan J Tim Easterby, Malton T Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TF VIEW Baaeed gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including useful 7f-1 1/4m winner City of Poets and 5f winner Popular Dream. Showed only greenness in Chester maiden. TFR -HIIII

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Br Ch c Naval Crown - Freedom’s Light Daniel Tudhope J O Barbara & Alick Richmond David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T B Diomed Bloodstock Ltd GAIN Equine Nutrition S

Br B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Realt Na Mara (IRE) Alistair Rawlinson J O Jones, Hine & Frost Kevin & Lauren Frost, Newark T B Corrin Stud Kevin Frost Racing S

TF VIEW Showed more than first time up when third in maiden at Southwell 7 weeks ago but needs to take another big step forward. TFR 80HHIII

TF VIEW €16,000 foal (private sale), 12,000 gns 2-y-o, Invincible Spirit colt. Dam unraced half-sister to useful 6f-1m winner Cornwallville out of useful sprinter Morinqua. Always behind in Newcastle novice. TFR 63HIIII

3 DISTANT SUN (GB) (31) 0

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Br B g Australia - Approximate O Mr Andy White B King Charles III

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Jack Callan J Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T Tattersalls S

Duran Fentiman J Br B c Churchill (IRE) - Paddy Again (IRE) Tim Easterby, Malton T O Reality Partnerships XVIII Easthorpe Hall Stud S B R & M Bloodstock

TF VIEW 42,000 gns Australia gelding, half-brother to 1 1/4m winner Guesstimate. TFR -HIIII Soon detached in novice at Windsor. Has since been gelded.

TF VIEW Showed a bit when fourth on York debut but went backwards from that when tenth at Ripon. TFR 73HIIII

4 SILVERELLA (GB) (26) (6lb) 51 D

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Br Gr f Frontiersman - Miss Minuty Jason Watson J O Miss Jennifer Dorey Marcus Tregoning, Whitsbury T B Miss Jennifer Dorey Marcus Tregoning Racing Ltd S

Br B f Coulsty (IRE) - Gamrah (IRE) Connor Beasley J O Mr David T J Metcalfe & Mr M J K Dods Michael Dods, Darlington T B Ross Moorhead Denton Hall Racing Ltd S

TF VIEW Left debut form well behind to win class 2 Goodwood novice last month in good style. Form is already working out well and this looks a good opportunity under a penalty. TFR 95p HHHHH

TF VIEW Coulsty filly, half-sister to 2-y-o 7f/1m winner Irrelevant. Dam, maiden (stayed 8.5f), closely related to smart winner up to 9f (stayed 1 1/2m) Jack Naylor. Soon off the bridle in Thirsk novice. TFR -HIIII

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Finley Marsh J Br B f Pinatubo (IRE) - Lady Oak (IRE) O The Weathercock Five Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T Richmond Events Ltd S B Emma Palmer & Drbs

PROBABLE S.P.’s 11-10 Silverella (GB), 11-4 Rogue Crusader (GB), 7-1 Scrappetalene (GB),

TF VIEW Showed ability when sixth of 13 in maiden at Goodwood on debut but was 13 1/2 lengths behind Silverella there next time. TFR 90HHHII

14-1 Majestic Flame (GB), 22-1 Astral Crown (IRE), 66-1 Skies The Spirit (IRE), 100-1 Distant Sun (GB), Poppular (GB), Special Operations (IRE), 150-1 Meccapulco (IRE)

6 SCRAPPETALENE (GB) (28) 53 Br B f Camelot - Ninfea (GER) O Phil & Jude Jones B The Ninfea Partnership

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Jason Hart J Charlie Johnston, Middleham T Johnston Racing Ltd S

THE TIMEFORM VIEW SILVERELLA should prove hard to beat with the form of her Goodwood success already looking strong. Fellow penalised-winner Rogue Crusader is the obvious threat in a thin novice.

TF VIEW Similar form in Haydock novice and a Lingfield maiden. Place claims here but likely to need further to reach potential. TFR 88HHHII

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SILVERELLA 2.ROGUE CRUSADER 3.SCRAPPETALENE 8

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THE CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF BOBBY HOWARD EBF MAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for maiden two yrs old fillies x Total prize fund £11000 x Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4694, 2nd £2346, 3rd £1174, 4th £586. (Penalty Value £5940)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (20-25): R & P Fahey (23 wins from 190 runners, 12%) runs MAIGUE MAGIC Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Haggas (13 wins from 64 runners, 20%) runs FROM AFAR Longest Traveller: CASTING COACH trained by O Sangster, Marlborough, 204 miles. Colours

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1 ALICE INHER PALACE (IRE) (-)

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Br B or Br f Bungle Inthejungle - Amazing Alice Gina Mangan J Christopher Kellett, Lathom T O Three Lilywhites Ltd Livoltek S B Thomas C. Kerr

M. P. Sheehy J Br B f Space Blues (IRE) - Perle de Reve (IRE) Simon Waugh, Morpeth T O Mrs Pip Waugh B Highpark Bloodstock Ltd

TF VIEW Foaled April 24. €5,000 yearling, 12,000 gns 2-y-o, Bungle Inthejungle filly. Dam, 2-y-o 6f winner, half-sister to winner up to 5.7f Union Rose and 2-y-o 6f winner Lady Aria (both useful). Yard 0-3 with 2-y-o newcomers last 12 months. TFR 62HIIII

TF VIEW €47,000 foal, 50,000 gns yearling, Space Blues filly. Dam unraced half-sister to smart 1m-10.5f winner Spirit of Nelson and useful 1m-1 1/4m winner Une Perle. Fifth of 13 but was never on terms in novice at Carlisle 2 weeks ago. TFR 67pHHIII

2 BLING (IRE) (29) 5

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Br Ch f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Disclose Oisin Orr J O Hot To Trot Racing 2 Hugo Palmer, Malpas T B D. Gibbons, M. O’Meara & R. Gogan Hot To Trot Racing Ltd S

Br B f Naval Crown - Noof The Bride (IRE) Tom Eaves J O Mr Jaber Abdullah Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TF VIEW Starspangledbanner filly. Half-sister to several winners, including smart 5f/6f winner Encrypted, useful 6f winner Gisburn and useful 7f/1m winner Nigiri. Dam 1m winner. Showed ability when mid-field in a Newbury maiden and can be expected to be more competitive in this. TFR 78pHHHHI

TF VIEW Naval Crown filly. Dam unraced half-sister to smart 1 1/4m-1 1/2m winner Laraaib. Beaten less than a length when a promising fourth in Carlisle novice on debut 5 weeks ago, taking the eye with how easily she got into contention. Sure to improve so big shout. TFR 81pHHHHH

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Callum Rodriguez J Br Gr f Havana Grey - Flippa The Strippa (IRE) O Wright Corbett Stinnes Bastard Grant Ollie Sangster, Marlborough T Stratford Place Stud S B Stratford Place Stud

Connor Beasley J Br B f Bayside Boy (IRE) - The Notorious Rbg James Tate, Newmarket T O Mr Mohammed Naser Almutairi James Tate Racing Limited S B Rathbarry Stud

TF VIEW Foaled February 16. 100,000 gns yearling, Havana Grey filly. Half-sister to 6f winner abroad Mirage Mistress. Dam 2-y-o 5f winner. Bred to be sharp but yard is 0-23 with 2-y-o newcomers this season. TFR 71HHHII

TF VIEW Foaled March 1. €3,000 yearling, 15,000 gns 2-y-o, Bayside Boy filly. Dam unraced half-sister to 7f winner (including at 2 yrs) Richard Pankhurst and winner up to 1m Crazy Horse (both smart). Yard 3-20 TFR 74HHHII with 2-y-o newcomers this season with the market often an accurate guide.

4 FROM AFAR (GB) (16) 6 Br B f Baaeed - Free Rein O Car Colston Hall Stud B Car Colston Hall Stud

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Daniel Tudhope J William Haggas, Newmarket T

Stewards Note: OXIDO: Following its run on 9/9/2026 it was reported that the horse finished lame.

TF VIEW Baaeed filly. Half-sister to several winners, including smart 9f-11f winner Mondego and useful 2-y-o 7f winner West End Girl. Dam 7f winner. In top hands but shaped as if needing further when down the field in Leicester novice (7f) 16 days ago. TFR 74pHHHII

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PROBABLE S.P.’s 11-4 Iris Olivia (IRE), 7-2 Sayidah Bahra (IRE), 5-1 Bling (IRE), 9-1 Wedyan (IRE), 10-1 From Afar (GB), 12-1 Maigue Magic (IRE), 16-1 Casting Coach (GB),

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Jason Hart J Br B f Persian Force (IRE) - Sparkling Olly (IRE) Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket T O Amo Racing Limited Sports Invest UK Ltd S B Amo Racing Limited

THE TIMEFORM VIEW SAYIDAH BAHRA shaped with plenty of promise when fourth at Carlisle and she can find the requisite improvement to beat form-pick Iris Olivia. Bling offered something to work on at Newbury and is

TF VIEW Persian Force filly who sets the standard based on her placed efforts at Kempton and Wolverhampton. TFR 86 HHHHI

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RACE RESULT

Br B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Wish For Me (IRE) Cam Hardie J O Mr Nicholas Hartery Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T B N. Hartery

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TF VIEW Foaled March 23. €58,000 yearling, Invincible Spirit filly. Half-sister to

2-y-o 5f winner Akirra. Dam unraced half-sister to useful 6f winner Green Sense. Yard 3-39 with 2-y-o newcomers this season. TFR 69HHHII POWERED BY

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FOURTH RACE 3.17

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THE IRISH STALLION FARMS EBF NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) for two yrs old x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 6 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (32 wins from 353 runners, 9%) runs LAKE MURITZ Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (12 wins from 63 runners, 19%) runs DIAMOND NEW BAY & REFLECT ON GLORY Longest Traveller: CAPTAINCY trained by C Cox, Hungerford, 194 miles. Colours

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1 REFLECT ON GLORY (IRE) (21) 315 D

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Callum Rodriguez J Clive Cox, Hungerford T Highclere Valley S

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7-1 Reflect On Glory (IRE), Harley (IRE), 20-1 Lake Muritz (GB)

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THE TIMEFORM VIEW THE MEAN FIDDLER should benefit from the step back to 6f and gets the verdict in a competitive nursery. Fellow nursery debutants Diamond New Bay and Captaincy also appeal as potential improvers on the back of their novice wins.

TF VIEW Built on a promising debut third at Leicester by landing the odds in an 11-runner novice at Windsor (6f, firm) 87 days ago. Likely to progress further now stepping into nursery company. TFR 91pHHHHI

3 THE MEAN FIDDLER (IRE) (31) 221

Horses In Focus

PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-4 The Mean Fiddler (IRE), 4-1 Captaincy (IRE), Diamond New Bay (IRE),

TF VIEW Found significant improvement from his debut when winning 4-runner novice at Ripon (6f, good to firm) last month. Beat a next-time-out winner there but disappointed when only fifth of 7 in a similar race at Haydock (7f, good to soft) 21 days ago. Makes nursery debut for fair-looking opening mark. TFR 88HHHII

Br B c Havana Grey - Electric Love O Isa Salman Al Khalifa B Miss Madeline Burns

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Sam James J Br B c Coulsty (IRE) - Just Reminiscing (IRE) K. R. Burke, Leyburn T O Mohamed Saeed Al Shehhi & Burke KB Spigot Ltd S B Newlands House Stud & Mrs A.M.Burns

2 CAPTAINCY (IRE) (87) 31 D

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TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.THE MEAN FIDDLER (IRE) 2.DIAMOND NEW BAY (IRE) 3.CAPTAINCY (IRE)

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Br Ch c No Nay Never (USA) - Counterparty Risk (IRE) Jason Hart J John & Sean Quinn, Malton T O Paul Dean Racing & Partners JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S B Lynch Bages & Camas Park Stud

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TF VIEW 200,000 gns No Nay Never colt. Narrowly denied here on debut (5f) and again found only one too good

upped to 6f at Ripon next time. Landed the odds in an 8-runner Musselburgh maiden (5f) last month and can improve TFR 93p HHHHH back in a nursery, the step back up in trip appealing as likely to suit.

4 LAKE MURITZ (GB) (124) 2165 Br B f Oasis Dream - Muritz O Reality Partnerships XXI B Glebe Farm Stud

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TF VIEW Confirmed the promise of her Thirsk debut when successful at Beverley in May. Set a couple of stiff tasks at York later that month but 142-day absence is a bit concerning and she’s best watched on nursery bow. TFR 85HHIII

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Daniel Tudhope J Br Ch g Soldier’s Call - Chantaleen (FR) O Clarendon Thoroughbred Racing Edward Bethell, Middleham T Clarendon Thoroughbred Racing S B Michael O’Mahony TF VIEW Made the most of what became a straightforward opportunity when winning 6-runner Hamilton novice (6f) last month. Not in same form faced with softer conditions for his nursery debut at that same C&D 3 weeks ago, though. TFR 91HHHII

6 DIAMOND NEW BAY (IRE) (36) 41 D Br Ch f New Bay - Queen Kindly O Mr Jaber Abdullah B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

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TF VIEW From a good family in these colours and was backed into 8/13 on debut at Thirsk but could only manage fourth. Much improved when responding well from the front to win a 7-runner novice at Carlisle (6f, good to soft, 11/4) 36 days ago and she could continue to progress on nursery bow. TFR 92pHHHHI POWERED BY

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THE SIMON SCROPE DALBY SCREW-DRIVER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBBPlus RACE) for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £17000 x Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money. 1st £7254, 2nd £3626, 3rd £1814, 4th £906. (Penalty Value £9180)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (32 wins from 353 runners, 9%) runs PER CONTRA & WAHDAN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (11 wins from 109 runners, 10%) runs PER CONTRA & WAHDAN Longest Traveller: DAIN MA NUT IN trained by L Russell & M Scudamore, Kinross, 235 miles. Colours

No Horse

Age st-lb BHA Draw

1 NOBLE HORIZON (GB) (34) 03-0126 D 4 10-2 97 Br B g Kingman - Great Heavens O Seven Seas B Kincorth Investments Inc

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BR Breeding O Owner B Breeder

1m 2f 5y

Trainer Form HIF

Horses In Focus

No Horse

7 JEZ BOMB (GB) (25) 012105 CD

J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

Horses For Courses 100 TF Top Rated Age st-lb BHA Draw

5 9-1 82

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Daniel Tudhope J Oli Rix, Newmarket T M3 Media S

Br B g Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Cherina Dynamite (SPA) Rhys Elliott (5) J Sam England, Guiseley T O A & J Birch Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S B Miss T. M. Goulding

TF VIEW Front runner who bolted up at Leicester in June then ran well in stronger company when second in Glorious Goodwood handicap (both over 1 1/4m). Likely still in form when sixth in Lanark Silver Bell over 1 1/2m at Hamilton latest. Back down in trip/class and one for the shortlist. TFR 102HHHHI

TF VIEW In top form round here this summer, winning twice. Not discredited when fifth at Beverley (1 1/4m, heavy) 25 days ago. Looks high enough in the weights for now. TFR 102HIIII

2 DAIN MA NUT IN (IRE) (7) 100200 D 5 10-2 97 (-2)

8 HOLLYWELL STREAM (IRE) (21) 2-62512 D

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3 9-1 87

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Br B g Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Jive Lady (IRE) Jack Nicholls (3) J O Lamont Racing Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, Kinross T B Glenanore Stud Ian Macleod & Co Ltd, Lamont Racing S

Br B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Au Clair de Lune (IRE) Kevin Stott J O Mr P. W. Harris Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket T B Mrs V.B. Hutch & Lope de Vega Synd. Woodstock English Honey S

TF VIEW Successful out in Bahrain in the winter and back to his useful best when 1/2-length second at Thirsk (form hardly robust) last month. Hasn’t been seen to best effect on last 2 starts. May need a couple of these to falter. TFR 103HHHII

TF VIEW Took a big step forward to get off the mark at the fifth attempt in 4-runner handicap at Newmarket (1 1/4m) in August. Backed that up when second to a fellow improving 3-y-o at Haydock (1 1/4m, good to soft) 21 days ago and she remains one to be very interested in. TFR 105 HHHHH

3 CIRCUS OF ROME (GB) (33) 46-5000 4 9-13 94

9 BE PATIENT (GB) (35) 31-123 D

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3 8-13 85

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Br B g Circus Maximus (IRE) - Sea Meets Sky (FR) Finley Marsh J Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T O Mr Alex Smith Richmond Events Ltd S B Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd

Oisin Orr J Br B g St Mark’s Basilica (FR) - Dream To Reality O Clarendon Thoroughbred Racing Edward Bethell, Middleham T Tattersalls S B Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook

TF VIEW Made good progress in 2025, winning 3 times, but hasn’t quite been in the same form this campaign, albeit in some competitive handicaps last 2 starts. Needs this TFR 99+HHIII significant drop back in trip to spark a revival.

TF VIEW Picked up where he left off last season when winning on handicap debut at Doncaster on return in July with plenty in hand. Has run creditably on both outings since, finishing third in 5-runner race TFR 102HHHII on the July course here last time, shaping as if needing stronger gallop.

4 AULD TOON LOON (IRE) (42) 1-03004 D 7 9-12 93

10 KEEP AN EYE ON IT (GB) (36) 4-52312 BF

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3 8-4 76

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Br B g Belardo (IRE) - Snowtime (IRE) Jason Hart J O Empire State Racing Partnership Tom Dascombe, Lambourn T B Cover and Carry Limited Route Agency Limited S

Br Ch g Century Dream (IRE) - Mad Jazz Cam Hardie J O Mr Tony Coyle Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton T B Norton Grove Stud Ltd

TF VIEW Best effort this season when third at Windsor in May. In first-time cheekpieces when respectable fourth of 8 in handicap (11/2) at that course (1 1/4m, firm) last month. Is now 2lb below last winning mark. TFR 103HHHII

TF VIEW Shown plenty of promise since sent handicapping, winning at Ayr in August after a 4-month break. Unlucky not to win when neck second to Between Me And U at Carlisle last time, conceding first run. Can go well again but faces a hike in class on first go at this 2f longer trip. TFR 103HHHII

5 WAHDAN (IRE) (18) 663440 Br B g Siyouni (FR) - Lamorlaye (IRE) O Aberdeen Park & Partner B Khalifa al Attiyah

5 9-1 82

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2025: WAVE RIDER 3 9 2 Callum Rodriguez 10-11 (Harry Charlton) 9 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6, 7. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 9.

Jake Dickson (5) J Tim Easterby, Malton T Easthorpe Hall Stud S

PROBABLE S.P.’s 10-3 Hollywell Stream (IRE), 4-1 Per Contra (IRE), 11-2 Keep An Eye On It (GB), 17-2 Be Patient (GB), 9-1 Noble Horizon (GB), 12-1 Wahdan (IRE), 14-1 Auld Toon Loon (IRE), 20-1 Jez Bomb (GB), 28-1 Dain Ma Nut In (IRE), 33-1 Circus of Rome (GB)

TF VIEW One-time useful winner in France. Drew a blank for Joseph O’Brien last year and yet to seriously threaten for Tim Easterby, even though he’s reached the frame on 3 outings. Cheekpieces discarded here. TFR 104HHIII

6 PER CONTRA (IRE) (15) 004031 D

5 9-1 82

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THE TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 3-y-o HOLLYWELL STREAM has gone the right way since sent handicapping and can quickly resume winning ways at the expense of the front-running Noble Horizon, who’s eased in class. Per Contra remains well treated and any support should be noted in his follow up bid, with Keep An Eye On It another to consider.

David Allan J Br B g Footstepsinthesand - Nonetheless (IRE) Tim Easterby, Malton T O Ryedale Partners No 3 Easthorpe Hall Stud S B Mr James Ross Ancell TF VIEW Capitalised on a career-low mark in 11-runner handicap at Redcar (1 1/4m, good) by 1 3/4 lengths from Percy’s Daydream just over 2 weeks ago. Remains on a handy mark. TFR 103HHHHI POWERED BY

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HOLLYWELL STREAM (IRE) 2.NOBLE HORIZON 3.PER CONTRA (IRE) 14

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THE PONTEFRACT PRINCE OF WALES HOSPICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 x Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (20-25): C Johnston (14 wins from 104 runners, 13%) runs L’EAGLE AID Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (13 wins from 86 runners, 15%) runs THUNDER GODDESS Weightwatcher: L’EAGLE AID won off a handicap mark of 75, his rating is now down 5lb to 70. Longest Traveller: LONG REIGN trained by M Tregoning, Whitsbury, 224 miles. Colours

No Horse

Age st-lb BHA Draw

1 L’EAGLE AID (IRE) (26) 635336 D

5 10-2 70

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Horses In Focus

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7 THUNDER GODDESS (GB) (7) 645221 C

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Horses For Courses 100 TF Top Rated Age st-lb BHA Draw

3 9-6 (in 6lb ex) 61 (+8) (1)

Br B g Free Eagle (IRE) - Acres of Diamonds (IRE) Connor Beasley J Charlie Johnston, Middleham T O Two Goldfish & A Balloon Direct Charcoal Ltd S B M. Duffy

Charlie Tucker (7) J Br B f Lightning Spear - Cape Victoria Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T O Kingsclere Racing Club Kingsclere Stud S B Kingsclere Stud

TF VIEW Dual winner at around this trip in 2025 and caught the eye when third at Chester on his penultimate outing, coming home to good effect under only hands and heels. Possibly unsuited by softer ground at Beverley last time and worth considering if rain stays away. TFR 78HHHII

TF VIEW Lightly-raced sort but on the up since sent handicapping, getting off the mark despite showing signs of lingering inexperience when the wide-margin winner of an 11-runner event at this course (1 1/4m, good to soft) 7 days ago. Longer trip shouldn’t be an issue and she’s the one to beat under a penalty. TFR 79p HHHHH

2 MOTHER DEAR (GB) (16) 0156

3 9-9 70

8 LONG REIGN (GB) (107) 000

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Br Ch f Masar (IRE) - Shimmering Light Callum Rodriguez J O Seascape Bloodstock & Mrs Fiona Read Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley T B Selwood Bloodstock Bridgend Hotel S

Br B g Time Test - Quiet Queen Gina Mangan J O Mr A. Wardall Marcus Tregoning, Whitsbury T B Alvediston Stud Alvediston Stud S

TF VIEW Stepped forward from her first run when winning novice at Goodwood (1 1/4m) in May. Disappointed under a penalty at Ffos Las the following month, however, and ran no sort of race on handicap bow at Leicester earlier this month. Sports first-time cheekpieces as she goes up in trip. TFR 74HHIII

TF VIEW Half-brother to a useful sort at this trip but only managed modest form in 3 qualifying runs in the spring. Will need to have improved for longer trip and switch to handicaps. TFR -HHIII

3 AL FUJAIRAH (IRE) (15) 4325

3 9-8 69

9 ANGEL BREEZE (IRE) (33) 00-30

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3 8-4 49

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Andrew Mullen J Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Shamanova (IRE) Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T O Kinmount Racing Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S B Lynch Bages Ltd

Br B f Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Bright And Shining (IRE) J O Keep Kicking Racing & LDS Bloodstock Lemos De Souza, Newmarket T R Class1Personnel S B Lynch Bages Ltd NE

TF VIEW Churchill gelding who took a small step forward when 3 lengths second of 8 in 1m maiden at

NO starts last November and again beaten a long wayy TF VIEW Well held in a pair of all-weather

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in a first-time tongue strap at Yarmouth on turf debut. Failed to improve stepped up to this trip TFR 65IIIII on handicap bow at Lingfield last month and now sports cheekpieces.

Hamilton last month. Ran to a similar level when a plugging-on fifth of 9 on debut handicap at Redcar (1 1/4m, TFR 69pHHHHI good) 15 days ago but he remains with potential with longer trip likely to suit.

4 JAM LASS (GB) (24) 0106-03

5 9-8 62

2025: SOLAR BENTLEY (IRE) 4 9 4 Ben Robinson 14-1 (Brian Ellison) 9 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 6. Stewards Note: L’EAGLE AID: Following its run on 29/8/2026 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

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Br B m U S Navy Flag (USA) - Counterpoise Cam Hardie J O Miss Janey Smith Peter Niven, Malton T B Alastair H Crow Jamlass Vintage Preserves, Clova Hotel & Lodges S TF VIEW Surprise winner at Redcar on second handicap run last October. Has made the track only twice this season, but shaped well after a 4-month break when staying on into a close third in a 10-runner handicap at Ripon (11f, soft, 18/1) 24 days ago. TFR 75HHHHI

5 GOLDEN CAVIAR (IRE) (15) 5-536 Br B g Wootton Bassett - Beluga (IRE) O Old Road Securities and Westerberg B Westerberg

3 9-8 69

PROBABLE S.P.’s 11-8 Thunder Goddess (GB), 4-1 Jam Lass (GB), 7-1 Al Fujairah (IRE), 17-2 Saratoga Gold (GB), 10-1 L’Eagle Aid (IRE), 22-1 Golden Caviar (IRE), 28-1 Mother Dear (GB), 50-1 Long Reign (GB)

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Jack Callan J Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T Tattersalls S

THE TIMEFORM VIEW The improving THUNDER GODDESS can make light work of a penalty and follow up from last week’s success here. Jam Lass hasn’t had much racing this season and went with plenty of encouragement when third at Ripon last time, so is also shortlisted alongside Al Fujairah, who should be suited by this longer trip.

TF VIEW Hinted at promise in his 3 qualifying runs but failed to take the required step forward when sixth of 9 in handicap at Redcar (1 1/4m, good) 15 days ago. Now goes up in trip. TFR 65HHIII

6 SARATOGA GOLD (GB) (47) 2-32663 D 8 9-7 61 Br Ch g Mayson - Lady Sylvia O Curzon House Partnership B David J. Keast

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.THUNDER GODDESS 2.JAM LASS 3.AL FUJAIRAH (IRE)

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TF VIEW Losing run goes back over 3 years but put a couple of modest efforts behind him to add

yet another placing to his collection when third of 9 at Redcar (1 3/4m, good to firm) last month. Others preferred with his will to win still very much open to question. TFR 75HHHII POWERED BY

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FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (32 wins from 353 runners, 9%) runs GO VINCE GO & MISTER SOX Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (12 wins from 63 runners, 19%) runs DIAMONT KATIE Weightwatcher: MISTER SOX won off a handicap mark of 77, his rating is now down 6lb to 71. Longest Traveller: GENTLE GEORGE trained by R Mike Smith, Galston, 223 miles. Colours

No Horse

Age st-lb BHA Draw

1 THE GOOD BISCUIT (GB) (19) 411615 CD 5 10-0 85

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Horses For Courses 100 TF Top Rated Age st-lb BHA Draw

7 RARE CHANGE (IRE) (13) 010006 CD

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Jason Hart J Br B g Sixties Icon - Rebecca Romero O Miss Vanessa Church & Mr Toby Brereton Ruth Carr, Stillington T B Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited Formulated Polymer Products Ltd S

Finley Marsh J Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Plus Ca Change (IRE) O Mrs J Woods and Mr K Lawrence Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn T Richmond Events Ltd S B Airlie Stud & Mrs S. M. Rogers

TF VIEW Back in fine form this summer and gained a third win over C&D last month, a fourth course success of his career. However, looks high enough in the weights now given his subsequent run at Thirsk. TFR 92HHHII

TF VIEW Returned to form in refitted cheekpieces when narrow winner at Goodwood (7f, soft) in June but hasn’t kicked on since, his latest effort the worst of the campaign. TFR 91HHIII

2 KODIAC THRILLER (IRE) (13) 004100 D 5 9-12 83 Br B g Kodiac - Stage Name O RADS B Stage Name Partnership

8 BELL SHOT (IRE) (43) 303420 D

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Rhys Elliott (5) J Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T Mark Walford Racing S

Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Merry Me (IRE) Robert Havlin J O SBK Racing & B & J Parr Racing Ltd Michael Appleby, Oakham T B Mrs Fitri Hay SBK Computers Ltd, Parr S

TF VIEW Twice a winner this year, including over 5f at York in July. However, struggled both starts since, albeit in a higher grade. TFR 93HHIII

TF VIEW Recorded a ninth win of his career at Southwell on New Year’s Day. Now 4lb below that winning mark but needs to shrug off a modest display at Beverley. TFR 93HHIII

3 ALPHA CAPTURE (IRE) (18) 120220 D 6 9-12 83 Br B g Cotai Glory - York Express O NextGen Racing and Fell B Mr Robert Ryan

9 STANLEY SPENCER (IRE) (19) 630200 D 5 9-9 80

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Daniel Tudhope J Roger Fell, Nawton T OR8 Wellness S

Br B g Iffraaj - Marsh Hawk O Ralph Hadley and Partner B Rockcliffe Stud

TF VIEW Won at Doncaster in June. Runner-up 3 times since but found run of good form coming to a halt at York latest (not helped by his early keenness). Drops back in trip now. TFR 93HHHII

4 GOLD QUEEN KINDLY (IRE) (134) 4-00234 CD 3 9-11 84

TF VIEW Multiple all-weather winner but well held back on turf for new yard last 2 starts. TFR ?HIIII

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Br Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Queen Kindly Kevin Stott J O Goodall, Hirst & Fell Roger Fell, Nawton T B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited G&e Group, OR8 Wellness S TF VIEW Has yet to add to his Pontefract debut success last summer but ended his time with Karl Burke with creditable placed efforts and did best of those that raced up with the pace when fourth at York on debut for this yard in May, albeit carrying head a bit awkwardly. TFR 90HHIII

5 WOODSTOCK (GB) (27) 622413 D

6 9-10 81

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Oisin McSweeney J Fionn McSharry, Sheriff Hutton T

10 BIG FUN (IRE) (11) 0-40624

3 9-5 78 (-2)

Br B g Showcasing - Apricot Moon O J Blackburn & Partner 1 B Blue Sky Bloodstock

Tom Eaves J Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T Sheridan Ny Llp S

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TF VIEW A 5f winner as a 2-y-o. Form has been at least as good this season but doesn’t have anything in hand off his current mark. TFR 92HHHII

11 GO VINCE GO (IRE) (28) 004303 D

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Oisin Orr J Br B g Sixties Icon - Isabella Bird O Miss Vanessa Church & Mr Toby Brereton Ruth Carr, Stillington T Formulated Polymer Products Ltd S B Jon and Julia Aisbitt

David Allan J Br B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Oddysey (IRE) Tim Easterby, Malton T O Reality Partnerships XI Easthorpe Hall Stud S B H. J. O’Brien & M. McCallan

TF VIEW Arrives in decent heart, building on some in-frame efforts to snap a 2-year losing run in a big field at Ripon. Good third at Thirsk next time despite having an interrupted run so he remains of strong interest. TFR 95HHHHH

TF VIEW A 3-time winner at 2 yrs who has made the frame on several occasions this season. Posted another solid effort when close third at Carlisle 4 weeks ago but he’s drawn widest here. TFR 93HHHII

6 GENTLE GEORGE (GB) (66) 16-0000 D 3 9-9 82

12 UTMOST RESPECT (IRE) (18) 1044-00 3 9-3 76

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Paul Mulrennan J Br B g Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Mops Angel R. Mike Smith, Galston T O Mrs Camille Macdonald B Michael Appleby

Ethan Tindall (5) J Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Across The Sea Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T O Mr M. A. Scaife Tote S B Irish National Stud

TF VIEW Successful twice for Mick Appleby last year but little impact for current yard this season. Gelded since last run and headgear also applied. TFR 89HHIII

TF VIEW Landed the odds in 5f maiden last summer and made the frame in nurseries on last 2 starts of the campaign. Still working his way back after a long absence this season, never a threat when mid-field at York 18 days ago. TFR 92HHHII

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13 ARDUIS INVICTA (IRE) (11) 624001 D 3 9-2 75 (+4) (12)

RACE RESULT

William Pyle J Br B f Invincible Army (IRE) - First Link (USA) Craig Lidster, Malton T O Hopyard Farm Racing Rainworth Group S B Stuart McPhee Bloodstock

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TF VIEW Not the easiest to predict but handicapper has been quick to relent and

she took advantage with a narrow success at Doncaster 11 days ago. Able to race off the same mark so big chance if able to back that up. TFR 96HHHHI

14 DIAMONT KATIE (IRE) (13) 342020 CD 4 9-2 73

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Br B f Acclamation - Archange (FR) Sam James J O Middleham Park Racing LXXIV & Mr M Hulin K. R. Burke, Leyburn T B Kildaragh Stud Middleham Park Racing S

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TF VIEW C&D winner in the spring and some decent placed efforts since. Not seen to best effect at Chester latest but draw could have been kinder. TFR 94HHHII

15 MISTER SOX (GB) (23) 200553 CD BF Br Ch g Pivotal - Crowning Glory (FR) O HuggyMac Racing & Ptnr B Car Colston Hall Stud

6 9-0 71

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Jake Dickson (5) J Tim Easterby, Malton T York Van Centre Ltd S

TF VIEW Enjoyed a productive 2025 with 4 victories, including over C&D. Mixed record this season but recent efforts have been more encouraging. TFR 95HHHII

16 FISCAL POLICY (IRE) (7) 006351 CD

7 8-13 70 (+2)

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Br Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Penny’s Gift Joanna Mason J O S Thompson, Mrs R Carr, G Shields Ruth Carr, Stillington T B Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook Formulated Polymer Products Ltd S TF VIEW Enhanced his very good record at Pontefract with a narrow win over C&D last week and obvious claims off the same mark. TFR 97 HHHHI

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2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6.

The safety and welfare of all horses and riders involved in races at Pontefract is one of our principal priorities. A Paramedic Ambulance, a Doctor and a Vet follow the runners in every race.

Blinkers worn by No. 3, 9. Visor worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 7, 8, 15. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 6.

GREEN SCREENS will normally be erected round any horse or rider requiring attention in order to provide privacy. This does NOT necessarily reflect on the severity of any injury.

Stewards Note: KODIAC THRILLER: Following its run on 11/9/2026 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. WOODSTOCK: Following its run on 28/8/2026 it was reported that the horse slipped leaving the stalls. RARE CHANGE: Following its run on 11/9/2026 it was reported that the

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horse was slowly away. PROBABLE S.P.’s 11-2 Fiscal Policy (IRE), 13-2 Arduis Invicta (IRE), 7-1 Woodstock (GB), 10-1 Mister Sox (GB), 16-1 The Good Biscuit (GB), Big Fun (IRE), Go Vince Go (IRE), 18-1 Alpha Capture (IRE), 20-1 Kodiac Thriller (IRE), Diamont Katie (IRE), 22-1 Gold Queen Kindly (IRE), Utmost Respect (IRE), 25-1 Rare Change (IRE), Bell Shot (IRE), 33-1 Gentle George (GB), 100-1 Stanley Spencer (IRE)

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THE TIMEFORM VIEW The in-form WOODSTOCK was third in a better race than this at Thirsk last time despite having an interrupted run, so he gets the

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nod over Fiscal Policy and Arduis Invicta, who both escape a penalty for their recent wins. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WOODSTOCK 2.FISCAL POLICY (IRE) 3.ARDUIS INVICTA (IRE) 21

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First Race 1.32 - THE ROA SHARED OWNERSHIP DAY APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3402 to the winning horse The second to receive £1596, the third £797, the fourth £399 and the fifth £198. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £26 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £21 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 22nd. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 12th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. To be ridden by Apprentice Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 52 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to September 21st, 2026, have not ridden more than 50 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 25 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner. 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. 10 entries at £26. - Closed September 18th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2684; Second £1342; Third £671; Fourth £335; Fifth £168. (Penalty Value £3402.10) A SS SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.07 - THE ALWAYS TRYING RACING SYNDICATE EBF RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands B, C and D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB/GBBPlus RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5400 to the winning horse The second to receive £2535, the third £1268 and the fourth £634. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, which are in Bands B, C and D. Enter by noon, September 18th and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 22nd. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band C from Band B 3lb Band D from Band C 3lb (Allowances are cumulative). The Pontefract Races executive will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. All horses which are placed in the first six in an EBF Restricted Maiden or Novice race qualifier in 2026 will be qualified to run in either THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for fillies only) at Goodwood on 23 September, 2026, or THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for colts and geldings only) at York on 09 October, 2026. Both races will be run over seven furlongs. NOTE: Horses entered or declared in a race which is subsequently abandoned will not be eligible to enter a Final. For further details regarding Restricted Race Bands, please refer to Standard Conditions for Entry on www2.racingadmin.co.uk. 19 entries at £29. - Closed September 18th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (Penalty Value £5400) SS SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE. Third Race 2.42 - THE CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF BOBBY HOWARD EBF MAIDEN FILLIES’ 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 maiden two yrs old fillies only, which are E.B.F. eligible. Enter by noon, September 18th and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 22nd. Weights: 9st 2lb each. The family of Bobby Howard will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race. They will also present a cash prize to the stable employee, judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 16 entries at £29. - Closed September 18th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4694; Second £2346; Third £1174; Fourth £586. (Penalty Value £5940) SS SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. Fourth Race 3.17 - THE IRISH STALLION FARMS EBF NURSERY 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 two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, Rated 0-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, September 18th and pay £29 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 22nd. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 12th, 2026, for each race won 6lb. THE GOVERNORS OF THE IRISH E.B.F. have kindly contributed £3000 towards the prize money for this race. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition a cash prize will also be awarded to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 13 entries at £29. Closed September 18th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. Fifth Race 3.52 - THE SIMON SCROPE DALBY SCREW-DRIVER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9180 to the winning horse The second to receive £4309, the third £2155 and the fourth £1077. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 76-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97; such horses rated 75 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 22nd. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 12th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The Challenge Trophy, which has kindly been given for this race by Mrs Jane Scrope, is to be held by the winning owner until September 1st, 2027. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition a cash prize will also be awarded to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 16 entries at £35. - Closed September 18th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7254; Second £3626; Third £1814; Fourth £906. (Penalty Value £9180) SS SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Sixth Race 4.27 - THE PONTEFRACT PRINCE OF WALES HOSPICE 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). £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. September 22nd. 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 September 12th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Representatives of Pontefract Prince of Wales Hospice 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. 17 entries at £28. - Closed September 18th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 5.03 - THE EXPLORE SHARED RACEHORSE OWNERSHIP AT inthepaddock.co.uk 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 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. September 22nd. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 7lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 12lb Penalties, after September 12th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition, a cash prize will also be awarded to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 24 entries at £29. - Closed September 18th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. 24