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THURSDAY25THSEPTEMBER2025
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This year we would like to reward the yard that receives the most best turned out awards with £500. Currently top of the table is Paul Midgley's yard who have won seven best turned out awards so far this season.
THE HAPPY BIRTHDAY KEITH CHESTERS 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
| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (38 wins from 356 runners, 11%) runs CANARIA QUEEN & GLENDOWN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (10 wins from 101 runners, 10%) runs CANARIA QUEEN & GLENDOWN
Longest Traveller: KYBER CRYSTAL trained by R Menzies, Sedgefield, 82 miles.
1 PAPA DON’T PREACH (IRE) (105) 232242 D BF 6 9-9 (2)
Br B g Kodiac - Paella (IRE) William Pyle J
O The Kevin Frost Racing Club Kevin Frost, Newark T
B Tally-Ho Stud Kevin Frost Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fifteen runs since last win in 2024 but it was hard to knock his consistency in the first half of this year, finishing runner-up 5 times between March and June. Been off for 105 days and could go well on return. TFRHHHHI BHA60
2 FORTUNATE STAR (IRE) (16) 120400 D 5 9-6 (4)
Br Ch g Unfortunately (IRE) - Effusive Harry Smith (7) J
O Mr Ray Flegg & Mr John Bousfield Declan Carroll, Malton T
B Mr Peter Grimes Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Haydock in July. Recent efforts not so good but has returned to that winning mark. TFRHHHII BHA57
3 CANARIA QUEEN (GB) (4) 113012 D 5 9-5 (1)
Br Bl m Pastoral Pursuits - Gran Canaria Queen Jake Dickson (7) J
O The Senators Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Habton Farms Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 12 runs this year, the latest at Carlisle (5f, soft) earlier this month. Another good effort when second of 12 at Hamilton (5f, good to soft) 4 days ago. Enters calculations. TFRHHHHH BHA56
4 KYBER CRYSTAL (IRE) (4) 325030 D 6 9-4 (6)
Br Gr m El Kabeir (USA) - Lapis Blue (IRE) Kaiya Fraser J
O RMR Syndicate 1 Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Yeomanstown Stud & Cavalier Bloodstock Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winning reappearance at Musselburgh in April but mixed form since. Ran well when third to Canaria Queen at Carlisle earlier this month but well behind her at Hamilton on Sunday. TFRHHIII BHA55
5 MASTERCLASS (GB) (17) 650263 D 6 9-3 (3)
Br Gr g Lethal Force (IRE) - Kensington Gardens Warren Fentiman (3) J
O Ryan Chapman & Robert Parks Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Julia Scott, J.F. Dean, M.L.W. Bell R&N Logistics & Daughters Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Turf win at Nottingham (5f, good) in June. Creditable third of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (5f, 15/2) 17 days ago. TFRHHHII BHA54
6 GLENDOWN (IRE) (27) 340006 CD 5 8-13 (5)
Br B g Bungle Inthejungle - Elhaam (IRE) Oisin McSweeney J
O Ontoawinner 10 & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T
B M Brigid B Ltd www.ontoawinner.net S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Twelve runs since last win in 2024. Reached the frame twice in June but has been out of sorts since. TFRHHIII BHA50
5f 3y
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 NINETY NINE (IRE) (27) 0-03460 D 4 8-10 (7)
Br B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Red Balloons Tom Kiely-Marshall (3) J
O Caballo Racing John Wainwright, Malton T
B Ballyhane Harmony Inns Hotels S
TIMEFORM VIEW Eighth of 9 in classified event at Newcastle (5f) 27 days ago. Others are more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA47
8 BRAZEN RASCAL (GB) (29) 005546 BF 5 8-9 (8)
Br B g Brazen Beau (AUS) - Sweetnessandlight Zak Wheatley J
O Country Lane Partnership Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft T
B Mrs J. Ward Yorkshire Bale S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bit below form when sixth of 14 in classified event at Catterick (7f, good to firm, 7/2) 29 days ago. Down in trip. Cheekpieces on first time. TFRHHIII BHA43
2024: HOLBACHE 6 9 7 Tom Kiely-Marshall 11-4 (Julie Camacho) 10 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 8. Blinkers worn by No 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 4, 6.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4, 6, 7.
Stewards Note: KYBER CRYSTAL: Following its run on 21/9/2025 it was reported that the horse was restless in the stalls.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 11-4 Canaria Queen (GB), 7-2 Papa Don’t Preach (IRE), 7-1 Masterclass (GB), 8-1 Fortunate Star (IRE), 10-1 Brazen Rascal (GB), 14-1 Kyber Crystal (IRE), Glendown (IRE), 16-1 Ninety Nine (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW CANARIA QUEEN has had a good spell since the middle of the summer and is the most solid option in a race where most have something to prove In Papa Don’t Preach’s case that’s peak fitness after a break as he was very much in form when last seen in June. Fortunate Star is also dangerous to dismiss having dipped to the mark he defied at Haydock in July TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
P O S I T I O N OF STA L L S
Unless an announcement is made to the contrary, Starting Stalls will be positioned against the INSIDE RUNNING RAIL for all races.
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THE SAM GREEN 30 YEARS AT WTJ ANNIVERSARY EBF
MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB
RACE
)
for maiden two yrs old x Total prize fund £8000 x Declared Runners 6 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3414, 2nd £1706, 3rd £854, 4th £426. (Penalty Value £4320)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM |
Leading course trainer (20-25): D O’Meara (21 wins from 127 runners, 17%) runs NAPOLIAN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D Skelton (4 wins from 21 runners, 19%) runs TINY RIOT
Longest Traveller: SPANISH WALTZ trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 214 miles.
1 DONTWASTE A MOMENT (GB) (31) 0 9-7 (4)
Br B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Glitterbox Girl (IRE) Tom Eaves J
O Rob Burrow Racing Club Ivan Furtado, Wiseton T
B Mr Finbar Kent The Black Sheep Brewery S
TIMEFORM VIEW 11/1, seventh of 9 in maiden at Ripon (6f, good to firm) on debut 31 days ago, unable to sustain effort. TFRHHIII BHA-
2 MICK THE VEST (GB) (-) 9-7 (2)
Br B g Dream Ahead (USA) - Aerosphere Harrison Shaw J
O Mr M.Hughes and Mr B.Smart Bryan Smart, Hambleton T
B Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd Drainage Yorkshire Groudworks Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 3. Dream Ahead gelding. Dam 2-y-o 5f winner. The betting should help guide to expectations. TFRHHIII BHA-
3 NAPOLIAN (IRE) (21) 233 9-7 (5)
Br B c Kodiac - Khaimah Daniel Tudhope J
O Mr S. Ryan David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Tally-Ho Stud Santry Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising type who has been placed on all 3 outings. Likely capable of better still. TFRHHHHI BHA75
4 RYEFIELD (GB) (105) 00 9-7 (6)
Br B g Ardad (IRE) - Charlie Em Sean Kirrane J
O Mr David W. Armstrong Lawrence Mullaney, Wiseton T
B Highfield Farm LLP Highfield Farm LLP S
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to beat a rival in 2 outings for David Loughnane at the start of the summer. Can only watch on return for new yard. TFRHIIII BHA-
5 SPANISH WALTZ (GB) (16) 2
9-7 (3)
Br B c Lope Y Fernandez (IRE) - Dream Dreamer Hector Crouch J
O Valmont Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T
B Biddestone Stud Ltd R M Beckett Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising individual. Second of 8 in maiden (11/4) at Ffos Las (7.5f, heavy) on debut 16 days ago. Down in trip. Leading claims with improvement likely. TFRHHHHH BHA-
6 TINY RIOT (IRE) (-) 9-7 (1)
Br Ch g Sottsass (FR) - Manyatta (IRE) David Nolan J
O Mr Dan Skelton Dan Skelton, Alcester T
B Owenstown Bloodstock Ltd TheAirAmbulanceService(Warks&Northants),Ladbrokes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 3. 40,000 gns 2-y-o Sottsass gelding. Dam unraced half-sister to useful winner up to 7f Chandlery Leading jumps stable’s first ever 2-y-o runner finished seventh of 10 at Leicester on Monday. Best watched unless the betting speaks for him. TFRHHIII BHA-
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Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
2024: DARK ROSA (IRE) 2 9 2 Pat Cosgrave 2-1 (George Boughey) 11 ran Running for the first time since Gelding No 2, 4, 6. PROBABLE S.P.’s 10-11 Spanish Waltz (GB), 2-1 Napolian (IRE), 16-1 Mick The Vest (GB), Tiny Riot (IRE), 22-1 Dontwaste A Moment (GB), 100-1 Ryefield (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW SPANISH WALTZ travelled well enough when second on his 7.5f Ffos Las debut to suggest he can cope with this shorter trip. Napolian appears the obvious danger.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SPANISH WALTZ 2.NAPOLIAN (IRE) 3.MICK THE VEST
RESULT
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RECORD TIMES
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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 8 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): R Fahey (27 wins from 210 runners, 13%) runs LILY PEARL
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (12 wins from 49 runners, 24%) runs ALASKAN LIGHT
Longest Travellers: RUNAMARA trained by K P De Foy & DEMETRIUS trained by Sir M Prescott, both Newmarket, 147 miles.
1 TRICKY TEL (GB) (14) 1150 D 9-10 (1)
Br B c Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Ardbrae Tara (IRE) Jason Hart J
O Hewitt, Owen & Partner Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
B Mickley Stud & Dermot Costelloe Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed short odds over 5.5f and 6f on first 2 starts. Hasn’t built on that in a pair of 7f outings since but the return to 6f may help.
TFRHHHII BHA81
2 TROPICAL DREAMER (IRE) (52) 1430 9-8 (2)
Br B c Bungle Inthejungle - Grandmas Dream Tom Eaves J
O Hambleton Racing XLIX Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Rathasker Stud Hambleton Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner on debut at Beverley in April. Better form when third over 5f/6f on next 2 outings and might be worth forgiving him a lesser run in a sales race in Ireland since. Off for 7 weeks ahead of nursery debut.
TFRHHHII BHA79
3 LUCKY HERO (IRE) (26) 52232 BF 9-7 (6)
Br Ch c Lucky Vega (IRE) - New Terms Daniel Tudhope J
O Mr Salem Rashid Bin Ghadayer David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Summerhill Bloodstock&Tipper House Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden. Good second of 5 in nursery at Sandown (7f, soft, evens) 26 days ago. Visor on first time now dropping back in trip.
TFRHHHHI BHA78
4 YORKSHIRE PUDS (IRE) (34) 300 9-7 (8)
Br B c Mehmas (IRE) - Puds Warren Fentiman (5) J
O RP Racing Ltd Michael Appleby, Oakham T
B Tally-Ho Stud Hallco 1766 Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 80/1, 11 lengths last of 8 to Lifeplan in Group 2 Gimcrack at York (6f, good to firm) 34 days ago. More realistic chance now switching to a handicap with a first-time tongue tie added.
TFRHHHII BHA78
5 DEMETRIUS (GB) (21) 302113 D 9-6 (4)
Br B c Dream Ahead (USA) - Chandresh Luke Morris J
O Budd,Greenwood,Gregson,Mailer,Troubridge Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket T
B Manor Farm Stud (Rutland) Tote S
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 RUNAMARA (IRE) (22) 001 D 9-2 (3)
Br B g Ribchester (IRE) - Samara Mara (IRE) David Egan J
O Run Away Racing Club Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket T
B Mount Coote Stud KPF Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced winner. 33/1, left first 2 efforts well behind when winning 11-runner maiden at Bath (5.7f, soft) 22 days ago, pushed out. Makes handicap debut. Enters calculations. TFRHHHHI BHA73
8 LILY PEARL (GB) (36) 434 9-1 (7)
Br B f Ardad (IRE) - Ertiyad
Shane Gray J
O Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum Richard Fahey, Malton T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Fourth of 7 in novice (10/3) at Carlisle (6f, good to firm) 36 days ago. Makes handicap debut. TFRHHHII BHA72
2024: RACE ABANDONED
Visor worn first time by No 3. Tongue Strap worn first time by No 4. Visor worn by No 5.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 4-1 Lucky Hero (IRE), 9-2 Demetrius (GB), 5-1 Runamara (IRE), 11-2 Alaskan Light (IRE), 9-1 Lily Pearl (GB), 12-1 Tropical Dreamer (IRE), Yorkshire Puds (IRE), 14-1 Tricky Tel (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW DEMETRIUS has been doing well in similar races and might be able to notch another win. There could be more to come from Bath maiden winner Runamara who is second choice ahead of Lucky Hero, who won’t need to pull out much more for a visor
TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 6f nurseries at Catterick and Chelmsford last month. Creditable third of 8 in nursery at Haydock (7f, good) 21 days ago. Visor back on now returning to 6f. Likely to go well.
TFRHHHHH BHA77
6 ALASKAN LIGHT (IRE) (110) 201 9-3 (5)
Br B f Kodiac - Luminous Gold
Sam James J
O Nick Bradley Racing 5 & E Burke K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B Tally-Ho Stud
Tattersalls S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced winner 8/13, won 7-runner seller at Musselburgh (5f, good to firm) in June. Off 110 days ahead of nursery debut for last year’s winning yard. TFRHHHII BHA74
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THE WATCH RACING TV LIVE ON CHANNEL 424 RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES
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CLASS 4
) (
FOR HORSES IN BANDS B, C AND D) (GBB/GBBPLUS RACE
)
for novice two yrs old x Total prize fund
£9000 x Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3840, 2nd £1920, 3rd £960, 4th £480. (Penalty Value £4860) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): W Haggas (15 wins from 42 runners, 36%) runs GASPACHO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Haggas (12 wins from 56 runners, 21%) runs GASPACHO Longest Traveller: AFRICAN GIB trained by D Menuisier, Pulborough, 228 miles.
1 AFRICAN GIB (GB) (-)
9-7 (2)
Br B g Territories (IRE) - Buxlow Belle (FR) David Egan J
O Mrs A. K. Oldfield David Menuisier, Pulborough T
B Amicia Oldfield Shinco Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 31. Territories gelding. Dam, maiden (stayed 1 1/2m), half-sister to very smart winner up to 1m Jimmy Two Times. Represents a stable who are 6-37 with their juvenile runners on turf this season and he’s fancied before betting clues.
TFRHHHII BHA-
2 JUST A GAMBLER (IRE) (20) (2lb) 0 9-5 (5)
Br B c St Mark’s Basilica (FR) - We Are Ninety (IRE) Jason Hart J
O John Brown & Megan Dennis Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Fullbury Ltd Johnston Racing Ltd S
1m 6y
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 CHARLOTTE CORDAY (IRE) (-) 9-2 (4)
Br B f Cracksman - Blue Dawn George Downing J
O Mr A. N. C. Bengough Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn T
B Arrow Farm & Stud ABM Catering Facilities Management S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 23. 20,000 gns foal, Cracksman filly. Dam, maiden (stayed 8.5f), half-sister to useful 2-y-o 1m winner Euphoric out of useful 1 1/4m/10.3f winner Blue Waltz. Newcomer to note TFRHHHII BHA-
8 GASPACHO (GB) (21) 5 BF 9-2 (9)
Br B f Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Motivate Me (FR) Daniel Tudhope J
O Mr Khalifa Dasmal William Haggas, Newmarket T B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TFRHHIII BHA-
TIMEFORM VIEW St Mark’s Basilica colt who makes plenty of appeal on paper (well-grown sort too) but he looked badly in need of the experience and never got competitive when last of 13 in novice at Kempton (1m) on debut 20 days ago. This promises to reveal more.
3 GRINDLETON (GB) (20) (4lb) 6 9-3 (6)
Br B g Ribchester (IRE) - Chamomile Callum Rodriguez J
O Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn T
B Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook Oakmere Homes, Oakmere Homes (North West) Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ribchester gelding. Dam, 9.5f winner 14/1, hinted at ability when sixth of 13 in novice at Kempton (8f) on debut 20 days ago, plugging on without threatening. Likely he can improve on that and could hit the frame.
TFRHHHII BHA-
4 HOWSHAM (GB) (31) (4lb) 00 9-3 (3)
Br B g Bated Breath - Bella Varenna (IRE) Joanna Mason J
O Mark Hickling Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Promenade Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Ghaiyyath fillywho makes plenty of appeal on paper and showed ability under considerate handling when fifth of 10 in maiden at Haydock (7f, good) on debut 21 days ago, keeping on final 1f Rates the type to make considerable progress with that under her belt and high on the shortlist here. TFRHHHHH BHA9 FOREVER PERFECT (GB) (20) (2lb) 0 9-0 (8)
Br B f Mohaather - Domanie (IRE) Kaiya Fraser J
O Basher Watts Racing Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Mr R. Townsend & Trickledown Stud Star Sports Bet, Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW €38,000 2-y-o by Mohaather 40/1, looked one for later on when seventh of 10 in novice at Haydock (8f, good to firm) on debut 20 days ago.
TFRHHHII BHA-
2024: RACE ABANDONED
Running for the first time since Gelding No 1.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 13-8 Gaspacho (GB), 11-2 African Gib (GB), 13-2 Charlotte Corday (IRE), 7-1 Grindleton (GB), 12-1 Karios (GB), 14-1 Just A Gambler (IRE), Forever Perfect (GB), 40-1 Howsham (GB), 200-1 Norcross Brow (GB)
TFRHHIII BHA-
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced gelding. Last of 9 in maiden at Ripon (6f, good to firm, 40/1) 31 days ago, beaten 2f out. Significantly up in trip now but he looks one for the longer term.
5 KARIOS (GB) (20) (4lb) 0 9-3 (7)
Br B c Masar (IRE) - Goldie Hawk Daniel Muscutt J
O Mr S Fustok James Ferguson, Newmarket T
B Deerfield Farm Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Masar colt. Dam 1 1/4m-1 1/2m winner 16/1, looked very much in need of the experience when twelfth of 13 in novice at Kempton (1m) on debut 20 days ago. Another who is likely to flourish at a later stage. TFRHHHII BHA-
6 NORCROSS BROW (GB) (27) (4lb) 0 9-3 (1)
Br B g Expert Eye - Twist Moor Lane Harry Russell J
O Mr D Armstrong & Houghton Bloodstock Ollie Pears, Malton T
B Highfield Farm LLP
TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. 200/1, tenth of 11 in novice at Thirsk (8f, good) on debut 27 days ago, slowly away and never involved. Passed over.
TFRHIIII BHA-
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Not a strong novice by any means with GASPACHO firmly expected to take a sizeable step forward from her Haydock debut fifth 21 days ago and come out on top. Newcomers African Gib and Charlotte Corday could well emerge as the chief threats, with Grindleton best of the remainder with previous experience.
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st-lb Draw Colours No Horse
st-lb Draw
As part of tomorrow’s nationwide Macmillan coffee morning, today you will find a selection of delicious cakes in the Raceday Office!
Please call in and help yourself in exchange for a donation to Macmillan. Macmillan support those living with cancer and any donations would be greatly appreciated. Raceday Office, today throughout the afternoon.
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 9 Owners Prize Money. 1st £7254, 2nd £3626, 3rd £1814, 4th £906. (Penalty Value £9180)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): D O’Meara (21 wins from 127 runners, 17%) runs RAULIN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): H Charlton (4 wins from 15 runners, 27%) runs WAVE RIDER
Weightwatcher: FOX JOURNEY won off a handicap mark of 91, his rating is now down 8lb to 83.
Longest Traveller: CALLA LAGOON trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 214 miles.
1 MR ALAN (GB) (48) 330204 D 6 10-0 (3)
Br Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Interlace David Egan J
O Amo Racing Limited Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket T
B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Sports Invest UK Ltd, KPF Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2023. 18/1, first run since leaving George Boughey when respectable fourth of 6 in handicap at Thirsk (12f, good to firm) 48 days ago. May sharpen up for that given it was his first run for 5 months and not ruled out from 2lb lower. Cheekpieces go back on. TFRHHHII BHA95
2 CHILLINGHAM (IRE) (34) 0-01606 CD 6 9-12 (8)
Br B g Ulysses (IRE) - Last Jewel (IRE) Archie Young (5) J
O Mr J Carrick & Mr J Fyffe Edward Bethell, Middleham T
B Lynch Bages Ltd & Lindy Farms Fitzdares Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who was rightly awarded Queen Mother’s Cup at York (11.8f) in June and performed well on 2 of his 3 starts in stronger company, sixth of 10 in handicap back at York (11.8f, good to firm) 34 days ago. One to consider operating just 1lb above last winning mark. TFRHHHHI BHA93
3 CALLA LAGOON (GB) (56) 512-40 3 9-8 (6)
Br B c New Bay - Orchid Lily Hector Crouch J
O Juddmonte Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T
B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Juddmonte Farms Inc S
TIMEFORM VIEW Listed runner up at 2 who has been seen only twice this year, his mark looking the stumbling block after 12 weeks offwhen seventh of 18 in handicap at Goodwood (9.9f, good, 18/1) 56 days ago. Ease in class now taking on his elders for the first time can see him in a better light, however. TFRHHHHI BHA94
4 TWIRLING (IRE) (19) 03366-5 5 9-8 (9)
Br B m Churchill (IRE) - Turning Top (IRE) Luke Morris J
O Mrs Doreen Tabor Nicky Henderson, Lambourn T
B Chelston Ireland
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful handicapper last season for Simon & Ed Crisford. Well held on yard/novice hurdle debut after 7 months at Uttoxeter in July and strictly below best following wind surgery when fifth of 8 in handicap at Ascot (1m, good) 19 days ago. Steps back up in trip now TFRHHHII BHA89
5 CONTACT (IRE) (18) 1135/4/-0 C D 7 9-6 (2)
Br Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) - La Tulipe (FR) William Pyle (3) J
O Mr H. D. Atkinson David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T
B Ringfort Stud Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW 5-time winner during his career at up to 12f but he’s clearly not been the easiest to train, on the sidelines for 2 1/2 years prior to showing nothing when last of 12 in handicap at York (10.2f, good to firm) 18 days ago. Will need to leave that well behind if he’s to play a part here. TFRHIIII BHA87
6 RAULIN (IRE) (39) 134411 CD 3 9-3 (5)
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
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 WAVE RIDER (GB) (19) 261323 D 3 9-2 (1)
Br B g Belardo (IRE) - Surfseeker Callum Rodriguez J
O Dean, De Zoete, Inglett & Partner Harry Charlton, Beckhampton T B Merton Place Stud Tattersalls S
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Sandown (10f) in June and has continued in form, creditable third of 6 in handicap at Ascot (10f, good to soft) 19 days ago. No reason why he won’t give another good account. TFRHHHHH BHA88
8 GUNSHIP (IRE) (18) 1-23100 D 3 9-2 (4)
Br Br g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Lucky Clio (IRE) Daniel Muscutt J
O Qatar BS, China Horse Club & D. Howden James Ferguson, Newmarket T
B Tourgar Bloodstock Limited Tweenhills Farm & Stud Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Very progressive at up to 1 1/4m in the spring before patently failing to stay 1 1/2m in King George handicap at Royal Ascot. Off 12 weeks/gelded prior to finishing an underwhelming tenth of 12 in handicap at York (10.2f) 18 days ago and bit to prove all of a sudden. Blinkers on 1st time. TFRHHHII BHA88
9 FOX JOURNEY (GB) (14) 63-0630 D 5 9-2 (7)
Br Gr g Roaring Lion (USA) - Follow A Star (IRE) Kevin Stott J O King Power Racing Co Ltd Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T B Highbank Stud LLP King Power International Co Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful winner at up to 12f for Sir Michael Stoute but yet to truly find his feet for new yard, performing disappointingly when last of 14 in handicap (28/1) at Doncaster (11.9f, good) 14 days ago. Eased a further 3lb ahead of this but others make much more appeal. TFRHHIII BHA83
2024: LOYAL TOUCH (IRE) 4 9 4 Archie Young 9-1 (Charlie Johnston) 9 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 8. Visor worn by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1. PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-2 Raulin (IRE), 9-2 Wave Rider (GB), 11-2 Calla Lagoon (GB), 6-1 Chillingham (IRE), Twirling (IRE), 10-1 Mr Alan (GB), 14-1 Gunship (IRE), 22-1 Fox Journey (GB), 66-1 Contact (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW This could well fall to one of the 3-y-os with WAVE RIDER, who has proved consistent in handicaps on the back of his breakthrough maiden success fancied to make a bold bid from what looks a handy mark. Calla Lagoon and Chillingham are others to consider, ahead of hat-trick seeking Raulin.
PREDICTION:
TIMEFORM VIEW Mehmas gelding who has proved steadily progressive this year, bagging back-to-back C&D handicaps in recent months. However, latest small-field victory probably best not taken at face value and completing the hat-trick will be much tougher from an 8lb higher mark.
TFRHHHII BHA89
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U – Unseated Rider D – Distance Winner d – Disqualified. S – Slipped.
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Simon Scrope passed away on the 7 March 2010 after a long battle with Parkinsons’ Disease which he bore with enormous fortitude. th
He was in every sense of the word a gentleman and in his own quite reserved way, he was passionate about this Racecourse.
I knew him for over 20 years. We first met when I was recommended to ask Richard Longstaff Insurance Brokers to handle the Racecourse insurances. He was their Chairman. We immediately struck up a friendship.
When our then Chairman Tony Bethell fell ill in 1995, I invited Simon to join the Board with a view to him taking over as Chairman. He became Chairman in July 1996 and remained Chairman until just before he died, only giving up because he felt he could not discharge his duties as he would have wished to do.
He was extremely conscientious, rarely missing a race meeting, and taking a keen interest in every aspect of the Racecourse and Racing Industry He was always made a point of seeking out and speaking personally to all the staff, giving them praise and encouragement,
He was an ideal Chairman for me. He never interfered directly in the day to day running of the Racecourse but he kept his finger on the pulse and gave me a diplomatic nudge whenever he wanted to make a point.
He was an exceptional Chairman and very dear friend.
The Dalby Screw-Driver Handicap Stakes was named after a painting by David Daly of York which belongs to the Race Company and depicts ‘Screw-Driver’ winning the Badsworth Hunt Gold Cup at Pontefract in 1824. Simon was particularly fond of the painting and of the race itself and in consultation with his widow Jane we decided that adding his name to the title was a fitting way to commemorate what Jane described as his thirteen ‘very happy’ years as Chairman.
Norman Gundill
THE RACING TV 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 | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (38 wins from 356 runners, 11%) runs KITSUNE POWER
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (10 wins from 101 runners, 10%) runs KITSUNE POWER
Longest Travellers: TEQUILA trained by K P De Foy, SOLAR SAVING trained by J Berry, GREEK GIANT trained by E Dunlop, VULCAN WAY trained by H Eustace, SONIC PIONEER trained by J Morland, all Newmarket, 147 miles.
1 KITSUNE POWER (IRE) (28) 024306 6 10-1 (6)
Br B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Fire Heroine (USA) David Allan J
O Reality Partnerships XV Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Stuart Mcphee Bloodstock Ltd Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fifteen runs since last win in 2024. Fading sixth of 9 in handicap at Southwell (16.5f, 28/1) 28 days ago. Back down in trip and not taken lightly dropping markedly in class. TFRHHHHI BHA69
2 SONIC PIONEER (GB) (8) 220221 3 10-1(in 6lb ex)(2)
Br B g Massaat (IRE) - Three Gracez Callum Rodriguez J
O Pat Cronin. Jack Morland, Newmarket T
B Hormann Bloodstock Private Jet Media Limited S
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 SOLAR SAVING (IRE) (17) 30/0-040 4 9-6 (8)
Br B g Vocalised (USA) - Solar Outburst (IRE) Taryn Langley (5) J
O Star Racing John Berry, Newmarket T
B J. S. Bolger
TIMEFORM VIEW 33/1, eleventh of 13 in handicap at Windsor (11.4f, good) 17 days ago. Difficult ask.
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8 VERY MUDDY WATERS (GB) (24) 2-6003 3 9-6 (3)
Br Br or Gr g Showcasing - Bella Vita Zak Wheatley (3) J
O Four Juniperus Declan Carroll, Malton T
B Shoreham Stud & Whitsbury Manor Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW 5/1, career best when winning 11-runner handicap at Beverley (9.9f, soft) 8 days ago, kept up to work. Carries 6lb penalty but very much one to consider stepping up in trip.
TFRHHHHI BHA70 (+6)
3 GREEK GIANT (IRE) (14) 0/1253-6 D 5 9-13 (9)
Br B g Teofilo (IRE) - Balakera (IRE) Hector Crouch J
O Mr Paul Turner Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T
B Sebastian Curran Ed Dunlop Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 6 in handicap (18/1) at Chelmsford City (14f) 14 days ago. Needs to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA67
4 TEQUILA (FR) (23) 44-5350 BF 3 9-8 (5)
Br B f Siyouni (FR) - Super Woman (FR) David Egan J
O Amo Racing Limited Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket T
B SCEA JLC et al Sports Invest UK Ltd, KPF Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 5/1, ninth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 23 days ago. Up in trip. Something to find on form. TFRHHIII BHA69
5 VULCAN WAY (GB) (17) 6-35043 3 9-7 (4)
Br B g New Bay - Starflower Kaiya Fraser J
O Townbraccan and Mrs J Sanders Harry Eustace, Newmarket T
B Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd Rank Interactive (Gibraltar) Limited, Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Blinkered for 1st time, good third of 8 in handicap at Carlisle (9f, good, 28/1) 24 days ago. Significantly up in trip and in the mix. TFRHHHII BHA67
9 SOLAR BENTLEY (IRE) (11) 45-6400 4 9-4 (7)
Br Gr g Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Fresh Mint (IRE) Ben Robinson J
O Mrs Claire Ellison Brian Ellison, Malton T
B Tinnakill Bloodstock & Jack Cantillon Brian Ellison Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Tenth of 11 in handicap (25/1) at Doncaster (10.2f, good) 11 days ago. Others more persuasive. TFRHHIII BHA58 (-1)
2024: RACE ABANDONED
Blinkers worn by No 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 3, 6. PROBABLE S.P.’s 3-1 Sonic Pioneer (GB), 9-2 Vulcan Way (GB), 5-1 Very Muddy Waters (GB), 11-2 Haliphon (GB), 8-1 Kitsune Power (IRE), 14-1 Tequila (FR), 22-1 Greek Giant (IRE), 25-1 Solar Bentley (IRE), 66-1 Solar Saving (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW A few with chances but VULCAN WAY rates just the pick of the weights on the back of a good Windsor third so edges the vote from Kitsune Power, who should find this drop back in trip to his benefit. Recent Beverley scorer Sonic Pioneer can also have a big say under a 6lb penalty.
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed from 9 weeks off with a good third of 13 in handicap at Windsor (11.4f, good) 17 days ago. Another bold showing is on the cards in his bid for a maiden success.
TFRHHHHH BHA68
6 HALIPHON (GB) (46) 230053 D 8 9-7 (1)
Br B g Showcasing - Harem Lady (FR) Ryan Kavanagh (5) J
O Ne-Chance, Andy and Anita Lovell Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
B Haras D’Etreham & Eric de Chambure Lenat International UK Ltd. S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2024. 7/2, creditable third of 6 in handicap at Leicester (11.8f, firm) 46 days ago. Needs considering.
TFRHHHII BHA61
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for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 14 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (38 wins from 356 runners, 11%) runs MISS HATHAWAY & VALENTINE CATCHER Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Owen (14 wins from 58 runners, 24%) runs OCEAN TREATY
Longest Travellers: LOVING APPRENTICE trained by E Dunlop, SCARBOROUGHWARNING trained by Sir M Prescott, OCEAN TREATY trained by J Owen, all Newmarket, 147 miles.
1 LOVING APPRENTICE (GB) (9) 603102 CD 3 9-12 (5)
Br B f Tasleet - Rapid Recruit (IRE) Hector Crouch J
O Mr Paul Turner Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T
B Bolton Grange Ed Dunlop Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Latest win at Lingfield in July. 4/1, creditable second of 7 in handicap at Yarmouth (5.2f, good) 9 days ago. Ought to be thereabouts. TFRHHHII BHA80
2 HAVANA RUM (IRE) (28) 222412 CD 5 9-11 (13)
Br B g Havana Grey - Urban Hunt (IRE) Conor Orr (3) J
O John F. Doyle Richard Fahey, Malton T
B Ms Martha Kellaghan Richard Fahey Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Latest win at Ripon in August. 11/1, good second of 14 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 28 days ago, running on. Can go well again. TFRHHHHI BHA77
3 SCARBOROUGHWARNING (GB) (22) 435204 D BF 4 9-11 (9)
Br B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Scarborough (IRE) Luke Morris J
O Taylor’s Bloodstock Ltd Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket T
B Taylor’s Bloodstock Ltd Taylor Group (Yorkshire) Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 9/4 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, respectable fourth of 9 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 22 days ago. Not dismissed. TFRHHHII BHA77
4 FIERCE (IRE) (28) 441010 CD 5 9-11 (1)
Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Saffian Tom Eaves J
O Calcaria Racing & Partner Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Mr Denis B. McCarthy Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win at Wolverhampton in August. Eleventh of 14 in handicap (10/1) at Southwell (6.1f) 28 days ago, slowly away. Can give a good account if shrugging off latest effort. TFRHHHII BHA77
5 YES I’M MALI (GB) (19) 240650 D 3 9-8 (6)
Br B or Br g Sands of Mali (FR) - Yes Always (IRE) Joe Fanning J
O The Cool Silk Partnership Richard Fahey, Malton T
B The Cool Silk Partnership
Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteenth of 16 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good to soft, 33/1) 19 days ago, slowly away Visor on 1st time. Has work to do.
TFRHHIII BHA76
6 MISS HATHAWAY (GB) (14) 001230 CD 3 9-8 (10)
Br B f Bungle Inthejungle - Secretarial (IRE) David Allan J
O The Wolf Pack 2 and Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Habton Racing Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner Latest win at Nottingham in July Only seventh of 11 in handicap (15/2) at Newcastle (6f) 14 days ago but she’s the sort to bounce back. TFRHHHII BHA76
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 OCEAN TREATY (GB) (13) 030006 3 9-8 (11)
Br B f Kingman - Peace Charter Sam James J
O Nick Bradley Racing 18 James Owen, Newmarket T
B Juddmonte Farms Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair ex-French 7f winner. Below-par sixth of 10 on his yard debut in handicap at Sandown (7f, heavy, 33/1) 13 days ago but can take a step forward now. TFRHHHII BHA76
8 VALENTINE CATCHER (GB) (13) 15-0000 D4 9-6 (8)
Br B g Bated Breath - Flycatcher (IRE) Sean Kirrane J
O Mr J Musgrave & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Worksop Manor Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW 40/1, fourteenth of 15 in handicap at Doncaster (6f, good) 13 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. TFRHHIII BHA72
9 THE GOOD BISCUIT (GB) (19) 061454 CD 4 9-5 (14)
Br B g Sixties Icon - Rebecca Romero Warren Fentiman (5) J
O Miss Vanessa Church & Mr Toby Brereton Ruth Carr, Stillington T
B Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited William Hill S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win here in July Not seen to best effect when fourth of 15 in handicap at Thirsk (7f, good to soft) 19 days ago. Weighted to go close eased 1lb. TFRHHHHH BHA71
10 BEALE STREET (GB) (24) 130330 D 4 9-5 (12)
Br B g Zoffany (IRE) - Chinaconnection (IRE) Harrison Shaw J
O Woodcock Electrical Limited Bryan Smart, Hambleton T
B Woodcock Electrical Limited Woodcock Electrical Limited, Bryan Smart Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW Ninth of 11 in handicap (9/2) at Carlisle (6.9f, good) 24 days ago. Can give a good account if back on his A-game. TFRHHHII BHA71
11 CAIRDEAS (GB) (30) 404004 3 9-5 (4)
Br Ch g Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Avengers Queen David Nolan J
O Mr Colin Alton & Mr P. T. Midgley Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Whitsbury Manor Stud Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Got back on track when fourth of 12 in handicap at Ripon (6f, good to firm, 18/1) 30 days ago. Not taken lightly off a 1lb lower mark. TFRHHHHI BHA73
12 WRECK IT RYLEY (IRE) (14) 625000 D 5 9-4 (3)
Br Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) - Bucks Frizz (IRE) Kaiya Fraser J
O Mr A J Smith Alan Brown, Malton T
B Doc Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, seventh of 10 in handicap at Chelmsford City (7f) 14 days ago. Cheekpieces back on with more needed. TFRHHIII BHA70
13 KEEP WARM (GB) (5) 044350 CD 4 9-2 (7)
Br B g Lightning Spear - Sabrewing (IRE)
Joanna Mason J
O Mr J Blackburn Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B The Sabrewing Partnership Sheridan Ny Llp S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Fifteen runs since last win in 2023. 18/1, last of 9 in handicap at Chester (5.5f, heavy) 5 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter TFRHHIII BHA68 (-2)
14 CITY CAPTAIN (GB) (13) 121140 CD 3 9-2 (2)
Br B g Aclaim (IRE) - City Girl (IRE)
Daniel Tudhope J
O The Horse Watchers 10 Harriet Bethell, Arnold T
B Littleton Stud Timeform S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 3 wins from 6 runs this year Latest win at Hamilton in June. 7/2, respectable ninth of 15 in handicap at Doncaster (6f, good) 13 days ago. In the picture. TFRHHHII BHA70
2024: RACE ABANDONED
Visor worn first time by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 8. Visor worn by No. 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 12. Stewards Note: HAVANA RUM: Following its run on 28/8/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on. BEALE STREET: Following its run on 1/9/2025 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 11-2 Havana Rum (IRE), 7-1 Loving Apprentice (GB), Scarboroughwarning (GB), 9-1 City Captain (GB), 10-1 Cairdeas (GB), 11-1 The Good Biscuit (GB), Beale Street (GB), 16-1 Fierce (IRE), 18-1 Miss Hathaway (GB), 20-1 Wreck It Ryley (IRE), 22-1 Yes I’m Mali (GB), Keep Warm (GB), 28-1 Ocean Treaty (GB), 50-1 Valentine Catcher (GB) THE TIMEFORM VIEW THE GOOD BISCUIT didn’t enjoy the rub of the green when fourth at Thirsk last time and can capitalise on a 1lb lower mark to bag a second C&D success. Cairdeas could emerge as the main danger after his resurgent Ripon fourth, although Havana Rum, Scarboroughwarning and Ocean Treaty all need factoring in too.
In 2023, we announced that former racehorse, Nearly Caught (known affectionately as Nico), is to become our first Racehorse Ambassador.
In 2015 he won the Phil Bull Trophy here by an impressive 10 lengths – his biggest winning margin throughout his esteemed career!
Nico now spends his retirement in Yorkshire with New Beginnings
Since retiring, Nico has been out and about on the Racecourses, and putting his new skills to the test at dressage competitions!
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 2.08 - THE HAPPY BIRTHDAY KEITH CHESTERS 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) £23 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £19 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 23rd. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 13th, 2025, 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 22nd, 2025, 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). The family of Eric Armstrong have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento 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 11 entries at £23 - Closed September 19th, 2025. 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 2.43 - THE SAM GREEN 30 YEARS AT WTJ ANNIVERSARY EBF 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 two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, September 19th and pay £28 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 23rd. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb. Sam Green of WTJ Insurance Brokers 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 £28. - Closed September 19th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3414; Second £1706; Third £854; Fourth £426. (Penalty Value £4320) SS SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.18 - 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 0-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, September 19th and pay £28 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 23rd. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 13th, 2025, 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. 15 entries at £28.Closed September 19th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.53 - THE WATCH RACING TV LIVE ON CHANNEL 424 RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands B, C and D) (GBB/GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4860 to the winning horse The second to receive £2281, the third £1141 and the fourth £570. for novice two yrs old, which are in Bands B, C and D. Enter by noon, September 19th and pay £28 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 23rd. 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 2lb Band D from Band C 2lb (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 For further details regarding Restricted Race Bands, please refer to Standard Conditions for Entry on www2.racingadmin.co.uk. 20 entries at £28. - Closed September 19th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3840; Second £1920; Third £960; Fourth £480. (Penalty Value £4860) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.28 - 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 23rd. 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 13th, 2025, 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, 2026. 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 17 entries at £35. - Closed September 19th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7254; Second £3626; Third £1814; Fourth £906. (Penalty Value £9180) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 5.05 - THE RACING TV 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 23rd. 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 13th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. THE Pontefract Races Executive 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 16 entries at £28 - Closed September 19th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. Seventh Race 5.38 - THE DONATE TO NEW BEGINNINGS HORSES AT nbhorses.org.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 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £29 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 23rd. 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 13th, 2025, 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 27 entries at £29 - Closed September 19th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258 (Penalty Value £5234) SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
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