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THE WAKEFIELD THORNES CRICKET CLUB NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for two yrs old 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): R & P Fahey (25 wins from 198 runners, 13%) runs CLARET AND BLUES Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R & P Fahey (4 wins from 45 runners, 9%) runs CLARET AND BLUES Longest Travellers: PRISCILLA’S HOPE trained by P McBride, POPPY FOXY trained by C Clover, both Newmarket, 147 miles.
1 POPPY FOXY (IRE) (7) 615
Br B f Bungle Inthejungle - Hayyel (IRE)
9-9 (6)
Kieran Shoemark J
O Nick Bradley Racing 27 & OddsOnSyndicate Charlie Clover, Newmarket T
B Rathasker Stud
Tattersalls S
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 GIVENDALE (GB) (25) 500
Br B f Ardad (IRE) - Hoyamy
8-9 (8)
Alex Jary (3) J
O In For A Penny Partnership Nigel Tinkler, Malton T
B Lancer Stud Alexanders York S
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive type who landed 7f seller at Chester and backed it up with a very good fifth of 11 in novice at Salisbury (6f) 7 days ago. Weighted to go close on her handicap debut.
TFRHHHHH BHA65
2 CLARET AND BLUES (GB) (38) 536 9-8 (7)
Br Ch c Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Rhal (IRE) Warren Fentiman (3) J
O Mr A Tattersall & Partner Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Posted a solid third in 5f Southwell maiden in May but suffered worst of draw when sixth of 12 in seller at Chester (6f) 38 days ago. Could still improve but others look better treated as he now goes handicapping.
TFRHHHII BHA64
3 FASTHOPE (IRE) (12) 355 9-8 (1)
Br B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Hedaaya (IRE) Cam Hardie J
O Mr Keith Brown Brian Ellison, Malton T
B Mr D. Dolan Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Encouraging debut third over C&D in May and not discredited back in trip with fifth of 7 in 6f novice at Newcastle 12 days ago. May do better on nursery bow.
TFRHHHHI BHA64
4 PRISCILLA’S HOPE (GB) (26) 3650 9-2 (2)
Br B f Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Angel’s Quest (FR) Rowan Scott J
O Mr C Massie & Mr PJ Mcbride Philip McBride, Newmarket T
B Mickley Stud & Mr H. Ponsonby Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Some encouragement on debut when third in a Yarmouth novice (6f) in April but hasn’t built on that in 3 subsequent outings, beating one at Nottingham (5f) 26 days ago. Handicap debutante TFRHHIII BHA58
5 BAILA MORENA (GB) (25) 040 9-0 (5)
Br B f Pinatubo (IRE) - Fan Dance Harry Russell J
O T&T Racing Ltd and Keith West Ollie Pears, Malton T
B Llety Farms
TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort when fourth of 15 in 6f maiden at Redcar in May. Only twelfth of 15 in seller at York (6f) last time though so needs to bounce back on nursery bow.
TFRHHHII BHA56
6 BLACK CUILLIN (IRE) (29) 44 9-0 (4)
Br B or Br f Far Above (IRE) - Invermere Joanna Mason J
O CL Racing Limited & McCulloch Bloodstock Craig Lidster, Malton T
B McCulloch Bloodstock Partnership LLP Craig Lidster Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Far Above filly who failed to build on debut fourth here (5f) when occupying same position in a C&D maiden 29 days ago, never a threat. More is required now handicapping.
TFRHHIII BHA56
TIMEFORM VIEW Hinted at promise when fifth on debut at Beverley (5f) but well held both runs since, last of 9 in novice at York (5f) 25 days ago. Nursery debutante who needs to get back on track.
8 SPIRIT OF MARY (GB) (41) 004
TFRHHIII BHA51
8-3 (3)
Br B f Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Suddenly Love Andrew Mullen J
O MPS Racing & Partners Ben Haslam, Middleham T
B Philip Wilkins
TIMEFORM VIEW Little impact all 3 starts to date, a never-dangerous fourth in 5f Beverley claimer 31 days ago. Needs this switch to handicaps to spark major progress. TFRHHIII BHA45
2025: SPARKLING PINK 2 9 8 Rob Hornby 11-4 (Jonathan Portman) 7 ran
PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-2 Poppy Foxy (IRE), 6-1 Fasthope (IRE), 7-1 Baila Morena (GB), 15-2 Claret And Blues (GB), Spirit of Mary (GB), 8-1 Black Cuillin (IRE), 11-1 Priscilla’s Hope (GB), 25-1 Givendale (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Charlie Clover’s filly POPPY FOXY is improving with experience and fancied to quickly resume winning ways off a handy-looking mark for her nursery bow here. Both Fasthope and Baila Morena also step into handicap company for the first time too and appeal as the main dangers in that order
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.POPPY FOXY (IRE) 2.FASTHOPE (IRE) 3.BAILA MORENA
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MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 3
) (
GBB/GBBPLUS RACE
)
for maiden three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £12000 x Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money. 1st £5120, 2nd £2560, 3rd £1280, 4th £640. (Penalty Value £6480)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): K R Burke (21 wins from 112 runners, 19%) runs KHEPRI
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): I Jardine (10 wins from 36 runners, 28%) runs TIERNAN
Longest Traveller: KINETIC IMPACT trained by C Hills, Lambourn, 180 miles.
1 HELLION (IRE) (297) 33-
4 10-2 (1)
Br B g Magna Grecia (IRE) - Lady Cedar (IRE) David Nolan J
O Owners Group 156 Donald McCain, Cholmondeley T
B Camas Park Owners Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form when third in a pair of 1 1/4m maidens for Brian Meehan last summer but has offered decidedly little in 4 hurdle starts subsequently TFRHHIII BHA-
2 SIXTY PLUS (IRE) (8) 60
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 STEEL RAVEN (IRE) (6) 33
3 9-6 (4)
Br Ch g Supremacy (IRE) - Silver Sabre (IRE) M. P. Sheehy J
O Knockout Racing Adrian Keatley, Malton T
B Ballyhampshire Stud Ltd Keatley Racing Ltd S
6 10-2 (7)
Br Bl g Diamond Boy (FR) - Dam Royale (FR) Joanna Mason J
O Terrahawks James Owen, Newmarket T
B Ballinaroone Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time hurdle winner for this yard but unlikely to be of real interest in this sphere until handicapping based on what he’s shown in this sphere so far. TFRHHIII BHA-
3 TIERNAN (IRE) (38) 4320-60
4 10-2 (3)
Br B g Dubawi (IRE) - Jollify (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J
O The Farming Army Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown T
B Godolphin Iain Jardine Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Posted a seemingly useful effort when third in a 11f listed race at Hamilton last summer Has yet to reproduce that form but this does represent a significant drop in grade.
TFRHHHHH BHA85
4 FREDDY FEARLESS (FR) (24) 4 3 9-6 (2)
Br B g Mkfancy (FR) - Lovely Chacha (FR) William Pyle J
O Mr P J Huntbach and Partner David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T
B Mr Abdullah Al Maddah
TIMEFORM VIEW Mkfancy gelding. Dam unraced. Showed a bit when fourth of 7 in 1m maiden at Leicester on last month’s debut but is probably one for the longer term.
TFRHHIII BHA-
5 KINETIC IMPACT (GB) (24) 43 3 9-6 (6)
Br B c Zelzal (FR) - Kitkitty (FR) Tom Marquand J
O Mr D M James & Partner Charles Hills, Lambourn T
B C&S Bloodstock Ltd & KT Bloodstock Wishanger Estates Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 45,000 gns foal, 90,000 gns yearling, Zelzal colt. Showed plenty to work on when fourth of 8 in 1 1/4m novice (22/1) at Chepstow (good to firm) on debut, keeping on late inside the final 1f Seemed beaten on merit in a similar event at Sandown since, however.
TFRHHHII BHA-
6 MOON ZABEEL (GB) (19) 6 3 9-6 (5)
Br B c Palace Pier - Alessandria
Connor Beasley J
O Mr Jaber Abdullah Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Godolphin Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 22,000 gns yearling, Palace Pier colt. Half-brother to several winners, including high-class 1m-12.4fwinnerAvilius and very smart 1 1/4m winner Saint Baudolino. A cheap purchase given pedigree and looked one for the longer term when down the field in 7-runner novice at Lingfield on recent 1 1/2m debut.
TFRHHIII BHA-
TIMEFORM VIEW Supremacy gelding who has shown promise on both starts to date, latterly in 1m novice at Thirsk 6 days ago. Step up in trip likely to suit and must enter calculations.
TFRHHHHI BHA-
8 KHEPRI (USA) (17) 4 3 9-1 (9)
Br Gr f War Front (USA) - Meg Fitz (USA) Clifford Lee J
O Newtown Anner Stud Farm K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B Newtownanner Stud Farm
TIMEFORM VIEW War Front filly who seemed outpaced more than outstayed when last of 4 at Doncaster (1 1/4m) on debut 17 days ago. In leading hands though, and this promises to reveal more.
TFRHHIII BHA-
9 TALITHA ROUGE (IRE) (21) 34 3 9-1 (8)
Br Ch f Space Blues (IRE) - Coco Rouge (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J
O Hot To Trot Racing 2 David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Joe & Edel Banahan & Micheal Smith Hot To Trot Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Space Blues filly who showed plenty to work on when third in a Redcar maiden (1 1/4m, good to firm) on debut in May, coming clear of the remainder Seemed stretched by the 2f longer trip at Thirsk subsequently so worth another chance to build on debut promise back down in distance. TFRHHHHI BHA-
10 TWIN AND TONIC (GB) (22) 0 3 9-1 (10)
Br B f Century Dream (IRE) - Ceiriog Valley Oisin McSweeney J
O The Jelly Boys Roger Fell, Nawton T
B Andrew Morgan Curzon Consulting S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sent off 150/1 and could hardly have shown any less on her recent debut at Wetherby (7f). Significantly up in trip. TFRHIIII BHA-
2025: MUHAAJIM 3 9 6 Tom Marquand 4-9 (William Haggas) 4 ran
PROBABLE S.P.’s 2-1 Tiernan (IRE), 4-1 Kinetic Impact (GB), 11-2 Talitha Rouge (IRE), 6-1 Steel Raven (IRE), 16-1 Khepri (USA), 22-1 Hellion (IRE), 25-1 Sixty Plus (IRE), Freddy Fearless (FR), Moon Zabeel (GB), 200-1 Twin And Tonic (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW TIERNAN has yet to reproduce his third in a Hamilton listed event last summer, but this does represent a marked drop in grade and he’s taken to capitalise. Steel Raven is turned out again quickly but promises to be suited by the step up to 1 1/4m, while Talitha Rouge is worth another chance to build on her debut promise having seemed stretched by 1 1/2m at Thirsk last time.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TIERNAN (IRE) 2.STEEL RAVEN (IRE) 3.TALITHA ROUGE (IRE)
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ABBREVIATIONS
BF – Beaten Favourite. C – Course Winner.
U – Unseated Rider D – Distance Winner d – Disqualified. S – Slipped.
RECORD TIMES
PipalongThe Flying Filly
FastfilliesarespecialracehorsesandtheWeatherbysHamilton ListedPipalongStakesrunatPontefractcommemoratesoneofthe toughesttherehasbeen.
Pipalong,borninJanuary1996andbredinIrelandbyYeomanstown Stud,wasadaughterofthestallionPipsPrideandoutoftheGreen DesertmareLimpopo,afirstfoaloutofthe1987Irishchampionolder milerGreyGoddess(GodsWalk).
YeomanstownsoldherasayearlingatTattersallsOctobertoa cashbuyerfor7,000gns.Shewasaninspiredbuy–forthefollowing fourracingseasonsandthrough37racecoursestartsherowners TomBennettandMarjorieEasterby,motherofthefilly’strainerTim, enjoyedafinetimewiththewell-boughtfilly.
Pipalong’sracecoursedebutinAprilasatwo-year-oldgave connectionsanideaofthetalentshepossessed–shewonbya clear12lengthsatRipon.HerwinnexttimeoutatYorkwasacloser affair,shetookonBintAllaylandsucceededbyaneck;theplacings betweenthetwosubsequentlyreversedintheQueenMaryStakes (G3)atRoyalAscot.
TimEasterby’sflyingbayfillythenwentontofinishsecondinthe CherryHintonStakes(G2)atNewmarkettoWannabeGrand,picked upafourthplaceintheListedOhSoSharpStakesbeforecollecting theRedcarTwo-Year-OldTrophyinOctober.
AtthreesheraninsometopsprintsdidnotwinuntilAugust–backat RiponshebeatthecoltsintheGreatStWilfridHandicap.Subsequent outingsintheGroup1SprintCupandthe AyrGoldCupdidnotreaprewardsanditwasnotuntilthelastdayof the1999Turfseasoninthe6fListedWentworthStakesatDoncaster thatsheputherheadbackinfront,thefillyrelishingherfavoured softground.
Assooftenwithsprinters,Pipalongproducedherbestasafouryear-old.Shewononherseasonaldebutbeforeaddingafirst Group3toherCVwithvictoryinthePalaceHouseStakes(G3)at Newmarket.
ThetoughcampaignerthenhitherformoflifethroughJulyto September–shefinishedthirdbehindAgnesWorldintheJulyCup (G1),filledthesameplacingintheNunthorpeStakes(G1)toNuclear Worldbeforehercareer-definingvictoryintheGroup1SprintCup aheadofSampowerStar.Herfour-year-oldseasonconcludedwith anotherGroup1thirdthistimebehindNamidinthePrixdel’Abbaye (G1)attheArcmeetingatLongchamp.
As so often with sprinters, Pipalong produced her best as a four year old.
Atfive,shewontheDukeofYorkStakes(G2)butthendidnottrouble thejudgeagainuntilanotherthirdplacinginthePrixdel’Abbaye (G1).
AsabroodmaresheproducedthreewinnersheadedbyWalkOn Bye(DanehillDancer), whowontheAngleseyStakes(G3)and finishedthirdinthePhoenixStakes(G1).placedSopranoandlikeable four-timeListedscorerSparksFly.
Soprano,trainedbyGeorgeBougheyforHighclereThoroughbred Racing,isbyStarspangledbannerandwasbredbyEmpire BloodstockoutofLealasDaughter,anunracedExceedAndExcel half-sistertomultipleUSGrade1winnerObviously.
SparksFlyisbychampionsprinterMuhaararandisahalf-sisterto QueenMaryStakesthirdCarolineDaleandmultiplescorerBaby Steps,outofthewinningTagulamareSteppingOut.Sheracedin thecareofDaveLoughnaneforbreederDavidLowe.
SmarthandicappersGaietyMusical,JuliaAugustaandTropical Islandcompletethefield.
GaietyMusical,representingtheaxisofbreedersMauriceand TheresaBurnsofRathaskerStudandtrainerDavidandhiswife Emma,isbyRathasker’sdependablebudgetsireGregorianand outofthewinningExceedAndExcelmareBroadwayMusical,a relationtoGroup/Grade1-winningsiblingsDank,EagleMountain andSulk.
JuliaAugusta,trainedbyDavidO’MearaforJimmyChua,was bredbyDenniffFarmsinpartnershipwithCheveleyParkStud,who standshersireUlysses.SheisoutoftheunracedPacoBoymare EmpressLivia,whohailsfromthefamilyofchampionPoet’sWord. TropicalIsland,bredbyRichardTuckerandtrainedbyRichard FaheyforClaraStudandPartner,isbyInnsOfCourtandoutof thethree-timewinnerKodiDaCapo,byKodiac.InvincibleSpirit, thesireofInnsOfCourt,andKodiacarehalf-brothers,sothefouryear-oldfilly’spedigreefeaturesaninteresting3x3duplicationof thestallions’dam,PrixdeDianevictressRafha.
THE WEATHERBYS PIPALONG STAKES (CLASS 1
) (
LISTED RACE
)
for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares x Total prize fund £60000 x Declared Runners 12 Owners Prize Money. 1st £26736, 2nd £10974, 3rd £5490, 4th £2742, 5th £1374, 6th £684. (Penalty Value £34026)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): W Haggas (15 wins from 39 runners, 38%) runs CONSECRATED
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Johnston (8 wins from 70 runners, 11%) runs ARISAIG
LongestTravellers: NEVER LETGO &AMERICAN GALtrained by E Walker, GOLDILOCKS CEN trained byAWatson, all Upper Lambourn, 177 miles.
1 BELLARCHI (IRE) (10) 011011 D 5 9-5 (3)
Br Ch m Mehmas (IRE) - Drop Dead Gorgeous (FR) Oliver Stammers J
O Nick Bradley Racing 19 and partner Grant Tuer, Northallerton T
B C. Marnane Pete’s Painting S
TIMEFORM VIEW In the form of her life at present, recording her fourth win from 6 starts this season in 7-runner listed fillies’ event at Chester (7f, good to firm) 10 days ago. Real credit to connections and fancied to be in the shake up again. TFRHHHHH BHA102
2 AMERICAN GAL (GB) (20) 200-000 D 4 9-2 (5)
Br B f Kameko (USA) - Granny Franny (USA) Paul Mulrennan J
O Mildmay Racing AG Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn T
B The Granny Franny Partnership Mildmay Farm & Stud Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Took her record to 3 from 4 when scoring at listed level at Chantilly last spring and was a good second to Cheshire Dancer at Ascot later in the season. No real impact in her last 5 outings, though, including on handicap debut at Royal Ascot recently. TFRHHIII BHA95
3 ARISAIG (GB) (20) 330-240 D 5 9-2 (11)
Br Ch m Harry Angel (IRE) - Magic Nymph (IRE) Jamie Spencer J
O Chasemore Farm Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd Chasemore Farm LLP, Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Several fine efforts in defeat last season and has continued her good work this time around, second under top weight in Newmarket handicap on return and not beaten far in listed race at Goodwood in May. Stiff task in Group 2 at Royal Ascot on latest outing and ease in class a plus. TFRHHHHI BHA102
4 BRAZILIAN ROSE (IRE) (10) 441356 5 9-2 (4)
Br B m Calyx - Miss Brazil (IRE) Kaiya Fraser J
O JPR Investments Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T
B Old Carhue Stud Bluegrass Horse Feeds S
TIMEFORM VIEW Back on track in no uncertain terms in 2026, winning 4 handicaps at up to 7f. Another excellent effort when third at Newcastle in April and has fared about as well as could’ve been expected in a couple of recent listed events. Likely to find at least a couple too strong. TFRHHIII BHA95
5 CHESHIRE DANCER (IRE) (20) 140-050 D 5 9-2 (7)
Br Gr m Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Kristal Xenia (IRE) David Probert J
O Manor House Stables Syndicate Hugo Palmer, Malpas T
B Ciara Eglington Coral Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Better than ever in 2025, the highlight being a narrow success in 1m Group 3 at Ascot in July. Has been working her way back this term and turned in her best effort when eighth of 24 in handicap at Royal Ascot (1m, good to firm) recently Fancied to make her presence felt. TFRHHHHI BHA97
6 CONSECRATED (GB) (26) 4630-00 4 9-2 (1)
Br B f Frankel - Sacre Caroline (USA) Tom Marquand J
O Cheveley Park Stud William Haggas, Newmarket T
B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Cheveley Park Stud Limited S
1m 6y
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T
Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 CRYSTAL FLYER (GB) (20) 560-000 5 9-2 (6)
Br B m Magna Grecia (IRE) - Mount Crystal (IRE) Andrew Mullen J O Castle Racing Co Ltd & MPS Racing Ltd Ben Haslam, Middleham T
B The Pocock Family
TIMEFORM VIEW Highly tried after winning Southwell handicap over 1 1/2m on last year’s return and shaped better than previously for the yard back at 1m for the first time since her debut success when eleventh of 24 in handicap at Royal Ascot (good to firm) recently. Stiff task in this. TFRHHIII BHA85
8 GOLDILOCKS CEN (GB) (20) 6421-0 4 9-2 (2)
Br B f Teofilo (IRE) - Yulong Gold Fairy Daniel Tudhope J
O The Keg Partnership I Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T B Yeguda Centurion S.L.U. Archie Watson Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Off the mark at the fourth attempt in a first-time hood in 9-runner maiden at Dieppe last summer for H-F Devin. Changed hands for EUR13,000 in February and can have her recent handicap debut at Royal Ascot excused (went without equipment). Hard to see her involved. TFRHHIII BHA80
9 MOBBERLEY ROSE (IRE) (55) 12 4 9-2 (12)
Br Ch f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Yellow Band (USA) Jack Mitchell J
O Merry Fox Stud Limited Roger Varian, Newmarket T
B Merry Fox Stud Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Well-bred filly who won readily on belated debut in 6-runner novice at Wolverhampton in March, overcoming inexperience. Showed plenty of progress switched to turf when second of 6 in similar event at Bath (1m, good to firm) 8 weeks ago and she’s open to further improvement hiked up in class. TFRHHHII BHA82
10 MOSTAR DREAMS (IRE) (13) 003-102 D 5 9-2 (8)
Br B m Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Hope So (IRE) M. P. Sheehy J
O J Fyffe, A Edmondson & L McGurty Adrian Keatley, Malton T
B Mr B. O’Neill Jf Kegs(Scotland)Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual turf scorer for Jim Goldie during 2025 who opened her account for present yard at Newcastle in January. Produced a below-par showing back at that venue a month later but back on song after a break when going down by a nose at Carlisle (7f) recently Up in grade but return to 1m should suit. TFRHHHII BHA85
11 NEVER LET GO (GB) (54) 125-260 D 4 9-2 (10)
Br Ch f No Nay Never (USA) - Tai Hang Dragon (IRE) Kieran Shoemark J
O Rockcliffe Stud Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn T
B Rockcliffe Stud James Hambro & Partners Llp S
TIMEFORMVIEW Made up into a useful filly last term when landing the Sandringham at Royal Ascot (1m) and shaped encouragingly on her comeback when second of 11 to Pina Sonata in listed race at Kempton (1m). Well below that level the last twice (possibly amiss latest) so has a bit to prove all of a sudden. TFRHHHII BHA99
12 RADIANT BEAUTY (GB)
Br B m Churchill (IRE) - Main Desire (IRE) James Doyle J
O Mr & Mrs S & D Turner James Owen, Newmarket T
B Branton Court Stud LLP
TFRHHHII BHA89
TIMEFORM VIEW Quickly developed into a useful performer at up to 1 3/4m last year. Tends to flit between weak and strong finishes and showed much more than on return reverted to more patient tactics when seventh of 15 in handicap at Newbury (7f, good to soft) last month. First-time headgear goes on.
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed well when a 4-time winner (around 7f/1m) in 2025 and confirmed herself as still on the up when taking 9-runner event at Ascot (good to firm) in May. Not so good back at the Royal Meeting since but worth another chance for her excellent handler TFRHHHII BHA93
2025: ROYAL DRESS (IRE) 5 9 2 Clifford Lee 85-40 (James Tate) 10 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 6. Hood worn by No. 4, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5.
Stewards Note: GOLDILOCKS CEN: Following its run on 17/6/2026 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 3-1 Bellarchi (IRE), 7-2 Arisaig (GB), 6-1 Never Let Go (GB), 10-1 Radiant Beauty (GB), 12-1 Cheshire Dancer (IRE), 14-1 American Gal (GB), 16-1 Mobberley Rose (IRE), 25-1 Mostar Dreams (IRE), 33-1 Consecrated (GB), 40-1 Brazilian Rose (IRE), 50-1 Crystal Flyer (GB), Goldilocks Cen (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Cases can be made for several in this feature contest, but BELLARCHI is in the form of her life at present so Grant Tuer’s mare gets the verdict to record an impressive fifth win from her last 7 outings. Heading up the opposition is Arisaig, who is on a long losing run but has been knocking at the door this spring. Cheshire Dancer turned in her best effort of the campaign at Royal Ascot recently so she can edge out the unexposed Mobberley Rose for third.
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THE PONTEFRACT PARK SILVER SPRINT TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £26000 x Declared Runners 6 Owners Prize Money. 1st £10564, 2nd £5283, 3rd £2642, 4th £1321, 5th £660, 6th £330. (Penalty Value £13400.40)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): D O’Meara (20 wins from 130 runners, 15%) runs DARK CLOUD RISING
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D O’Meara (6 wins from 49 runners, 12%) runs DARK CLOUD RISING
Longest Traveller: EL BODON trained by J Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket, 147 miles.
Colours No Horse
Age st-lb Draw
1 THE STRIKIN VIKING (IRE) (143) 0314-05 D 4 10-2 (5)
Br B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Asmeen (IRE) Faleh Bughenaim J
O Wathnan Racing Hamad Al Jehani, GB T
B Tally-Ho Stud Damsa Holding Company W.L.L S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful gelding who landed Group 3 at Baden-Baden (6f) last August. Off since coming in last of 8 in 6f conditions event at Doha in April though so needs to hit the ground running. Hood back on. TFRHHIII BHA104
2 GARFIELD SHADOW (IRE) (593) 013321/- D 5 9-13 (6)
Br B g James Garfield (IRE) - Lara’s Theme (IRE) James Doyle J
O Wathnan Racing Hamad Al Jehani, GB T
B Peter Jones Damsa Holding Company W.L.L S
S Sponsor
2025: ALEEZDANCER (IRE) 6 9 0 Kevin Stott 11-1 (Kevin Ryan) 8 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 3. Hood worn by No 1. Visor worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 6-4 Dark Cloud Rising (GB), 7-2 Badri (GB), 5-1 Beaujolais Nouveau (GB), 10-1 Garfield Shadow (IRE), 11-1 The Strikin Viking (IRE), 14-1 El Bodon (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW DARK CLOUD RISING took full advantage of a reduced mark when going in with a bit up his sleeve at Ripon recently and this C&D scorer can follow up off a 6lb higher mark. Ben Haslam’s filly Beaujolais Nouveau has thrived since the cheekpieces went on and rates a big threat though, while veteran Badri can’t be dismissed easily either as he bids for a third victory in his last four outings.
TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed an excellent season in 2024 when a two-time 6f scorer for Richard Fahey before signing off with a victory in Group 3 at Al Uqda (7f) for his new yard. Resumes from 19 months off here though (also gelded) so the betting can prove an accurate guide.
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3 EL BODON (IRE) (8) 1-14050 D 5 9-11 (4)
Br Ch g Churchill (IRE) - Flawless Jewel (FR) George Wood J
O Mr P. W. Harris Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket T
B Mountarmstrong Stud & Partners Woodstock English Honey S
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed back-to-back 6f handicaps at Kempton over the winter. No more than a respectable return to turf when fifth at Newmarket (6f) in May and failed to beat a rival at Windsor (6f) since. Cheekpieces are reached for now. TFRHHIII BHA99
4 DARK CLOUD RISING (GB) (19) 5-000U1 CD 4 9-6 (1)
Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Aristocratic Daniel Tudhope J
O Jinky Farms David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Jinky Farms S
TIMEFORM VIEW A 3-time winner (including over C&D) last year Slipped in the weights and right back on song with cosy victory in 7-runner handicap at Ripon (6f) 19 days ago. Back up 6lb but still weighted to follow up. TFRHHHHH BHA94
5 BADRI (GB) (16) 406101 CD 9 9-4 (3)
Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Penny Drops Jason Hart J
O RJH Ltd and Mr D Padgett Michael Herrington, Willoughton T
B Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook
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TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran sprinter who gained a second success in his last 3 starts in 6-runner handicap over C&D 16 days ago. Up 3lb but not taken lightly in his current mood.
6 BEAUJOLAIS NOUVEAU (GB) (25) 00-0515 D 4 8-13 (2)
Br Ch f Twilight Son - Lady Lekki (IRE) Andrew Mullen J
O MPS Racing & Partners Ben Haslam, Middleham T
B Daniel Shapiro
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TIMEFORM VIEW Ended 2025 out of sorts but rejuvenated by cheekpieces when landing 6f handicap at Ripon in May. Matched that form (headgear retained) from 7lb higher mark when fifth of 12 at York 25 days ago so she must enter calculations.
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THE PONTEFRACT SQUASH AND LEISURE CLUB HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £6500 x Declared Runners 11 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): P Midgley (17 wins from 156 runners, 11%) runs JEDHI KNIGHT
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Charlie Clover (3 wins from 14 runners, 21%) runs CLIPSHAM NOBLE
Weightwatcher: CLOUDY ROSE won off a handicap mark of 54, her rating is now down 5lb to 49.
Longest Travellers: CLOUDY ROSE trained by J Berry, CLIPSHAM NOBLE trained by C Clover, both Newmarket, 147 miles.
Colours No Horse
1 DUBAI VENTURE (IRE) (28) 2112-26 CD 5 9-9 (6)
Br Ch g Masar (IRE) - Dubai One (IRE) Joanna Mason J
O Howard Thompson
Tina Jackson, Loftus T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited S. M. Thompson Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful over this C&D and at Beverley last season and returned with a good second here in May, denied only by an improver. Not discredited upped in grade when sixth of 10 at Carlisle last time, so he’s a major player back at this level. TFRHHHHH BHA53
2 LEDNIKOV (GB) (14) 106555 D 8 9-8 (1)
Br B g Footstepsinthesand - Ledena Elle-May Croot (5) J
O Crazy Racing Ltd Ivan Furtado, Easingwold T
B Litex Commerce
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T
Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 REGAL GLORY (IRE) (21) 024041 6 9-4 (4)
Br B m Cotai Glory - Regal Salute Cian Horgan (5) J
O Belt and Braces Racing Syndicate Roger Fell, Nawton T
B M. Roden & M. & T. Hillman OR8 Wellness S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dropped back in trip and ridden by Cian Horgan for the first time, ended long losing run in 10-runner handicap at Beverley (1 1/4m) 3 weeks ago. Has work to do to repair her strike rate, though she can remain competitive back up just 2lb in the weights. TFRHHHHI BHA48
8 PRINCESS VIVI (GB) (14) 0-44624 4 9-3 (5)
Br B f Cityscape - Perfect Persuasion Cam Hardie J
O Mr Kristian Strangeway Antony Brittain, Warthill T B Kristian Strangeway
TIMEFORM VIEW Took advantage of a falling mark when running out a wide-margin winner at Southwell (1 3/4m) in March. Has run respectably back on turf the last twice, 2 1/4 lengths fifth of 6 at Beverley (1 1/2m) 2 weeks ago, and he’s now only 1lb higher than for his Southwell victory.
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3 JEDHI KNIGHT (GB) (35) 31423-5 4 9-7 (7)
Br B g Sir Percy - Jedhi David Nolan J
O Mr R Wardlaw & Sandfield Racing Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Ellipsis
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner over 2m at Ffos Las last summer for Jedd O’Keeffe. Form when the wrong way in 3 starts over hurdles (trained by Harry Derham on first 2 occasions) but proved he retains ability following a breathing operation/3 months off when fifth of 11 back on the Flat at Newcastle (12.4f) 5 weeks ago. TFRHHIII BHA51
4 CLIPSHAM NOBLE (IRE) (12) 465414 D 4 9-6 (2)
Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Not Misbegotten (IRE) Liam Wright (5) J
O Mr F Morley Charlie Clover, Newmarket T
B Carrigbeg Stud
Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Is going through a good spell at present, suited by a strong pace back up in trip when doubling his tally at Leicester (1 1/2m) in May. Ran well when 1 3/4 lengths fourth of 8 over the same C&D 12 days ago, though does need things to drop right for win purposes. TFRHHHII BHA50
5 CLOUDY ROSE (GB) (27) 55-6454 D 8 9-5 (8)
Br Ch m Proconsul - Zarosa (IRE) Tom Marquand J
O Runfortheroses John Berry, Newmarket T
B Mickley Stud & Mr R. Vicarage
Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded back-to-back wins at Brighton and Doncaster last summer. Showed encouragement on first 3 starts this season, but didn’t look to have any excuses when fourth of 9 at Yarmouth (1 3/4m) last time. However, she’s now 5lb below last winning mark so could be in the mix TFRHHHHI BHA49
6 YAKHABAR (GB) (19) 014304 D 7 9-4 (11)
Br B g Ulysses (IRE) - End of An Era (IRE) Billy Garritty J
O Foulrice Park Racing Limited Liam Bailey, Middleham T
B Cheveley Park Stud Limited Show Business Interiors Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Left this season’s reappearance run behind with a ready success at Southwell in March. Has made the frame 3 of his 4 starts since, soon bouncing back from a lesser effort when fourth of 12 in handicap at Ripon 19 days ago.
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TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t always looked straightforward but fitted with cheekpieces she’s made the frame in 4 of her 5 outings this season, including when 1 1/4 lengths fourth of 6 in handicap at Beverley 2 weeks ago. Still looking for a breakthrough victory, though, with visor back on. TFRHHIII BHA47
9 APACHE EAGLE (GB) (8) 330U44 5 9-1 (10)
Br Gr g New Approach (IRE) - Yanabeeaa (USA) Jason Hart J
O Peak Racing Jessica Bedi, Yarm T
B Silfield Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Long-standing maiden who produced one of his better efforts when fourth of 7 in handicap at Kempton (2m) 8 days ago. Has something to find as he drops back in trip with refitted blinkers replacing the usual cheekpieces. TFRHHIII BHA45
10 COVERBRIDGE (GB) (12) 0-05403 4 9-1 (3)
Br B g Calyx - Ibiza Ben Ffrench Davis (5) J
O Mr P. Winks Peter Winks, Barnsley T
B Alne Park Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Still looking for a first handicap success, but making only second start over 1 1/2m he ran better than for a while when third of 8 in handicap at Leicester 12 days ago. Has dropped a long way in the weights if able to build on latest effort. TFRHHHII BHA45
11 MUHIB (GB) (12) 533443 5 9-1 (9)
Br B g Too Darn Hot - Hameem Warren Fentiman (3) J
O Mr David L. Bayliss Olly Williams, Market Rasen T B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 25 Flat runs but had been proving consistent at around 1 1/2m this year, before seeming stretched by 1 3/4m third of 4 in handicap at Nottingham 12 days ago. Drops back in trip, though others still preferred. TFRHHIII BHA45
2025: ANALOGICAL 3 9 1 Luke Morris 6-4 (Sir Mark Prescott Bt) 5 ran Blinkers worn by No 2, 3. Visor worn by No 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 6, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 7.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 4-1 Regal Glory (IRE), 11-2 Dubai Venture (IRE), 7-1 Clipsham Noble (IRE), 8-1 Cloudy Rose (GB), 11-1 Lednikov (GB), Coverbridge (GB), 14-1 Jedhi Knight (GB), Yakhabar (GB), Princess Vivi (GB), 16-1 Apache Eagle (GB), 22-1 Muhib (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW A C&D winner last season, DUBAI VENTURE made an encouraging reappearance when second here in May before running respectably in a higher grade at Carlisle last time. He is taken to get his head back in front, with last-time-out Beverley winner Regal Glory feared most, ahead of Cloudy Rose.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
1.DUBAI VENTURE (IRE) 2.REGAL GLORY (IRE) 3.CLOUDY ROSE
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THE GO RACING BET WITH JAYNE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 10 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 (35 wins from 359 runners, 10%) runs MOUNT KING
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 83 runners, 10%) runs MOUNT KING
Weightwatcher: WAR HOWL won off a handicap mark of 77, his rating is now down 8lb to 69.
Longest Traveller: WETSAND trained by J Owen, Newmarket, 147 miles.
1 SAILTHISSHIPALONE (GB) (11) 10-1430 CD 5 10-2 (6)
Br B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Liberisque Jason Hart J
O Ontoawinner 8 Ivan Furtado, Easingwold T
B Andrew Bengough & Partners www.ontoawinner.net S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a successful stable debut over C&D (soft) in April and ran well to make the frame on each of his next 2 starts on turf. However, yet to prove himself on all-weather and he ran below that level at Newcastle 11 days ago. Return to turf a plus but all 3 victories gained on ground softer than good. TFRHHHII BHA75
2 FLYING FLETCHER (GB) (22) 305043 D 5 10-0 (4)
Br Gr g Muhaarar - Tropical Paradise (IRE) Ethan Tindall (5) J
O Middleham Park Racing LXXII Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T B P. Winkworth Middleham Park Racing S
1m 6y
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 WETSAND (IRE) (13) 0-00500 D 3 9-7 (9)
Br B f Acclamation - Winter Snow (IRE) Clifford Lee J
O Nick Bradley Racing 18 James Owen, Newmarket T
B T. Molan Tattersalls S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 2 of first 3 starts as a juvenile but has yet to recapture pick of her 2-y-o form in 5 outings during 2026. Handicapper continues to relinquish his grip but more positive signs need to be shown before becoming of interest. Cheekpieces now applied. TFRHHIII BHA75
8 WELBURY (GB) (15) 35-1224 D 3 9-6 (1)
Br Gr g Ardad (IRE) - Loch Ma Naire (IRE) Daniel Tudhope J
O J. Carrick&Clarendon Thoroughbred Racing Edward Bethell, Middleham T
B Rosomi Clarendon Thoroughbred Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Newcastle (1m) in January and has essentially continued in good form, noted doing his best work late on when third at Wetherby (1m) 3 weeks ago. Switch to this stiffer track a plus on that evidence and he’s operating from last winning mark.
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3 RAJAPOUR (IRE) (13) 243360 D 6 9-13 (5)
Br Ch g Almanzor (FR) - Raydara (IRE) Mark Winn J
O Mr Evan M. Sutherland David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S.C. GAIN Equine Nutrition S
TIMEFORM VIEW On a losing run but down to a handy mark and he ran well when third in handicaps at Thirsk/Beverley in May. Probably best not judged too harshly on each of his last 2 starts but he does need to keep the slow starts at bay.
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4 HARSWELL RUBY (IRE) (13) 154645 D BF 4 9-11 (2)
Br B f Far Above (IRE) - Spinola (FR) Joanna Mason J
O Harswell Thoroughbred Racing I Roger Fell, Nawton T
B Gerry Flannery Developments Ltd OR8 Wellness S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner from 1lb lower mark over 1m at Thirsk (good to soft) in April. Largely held form well prior to a lesser effort when fifth in a stronger handicap at Carlisle (1m) 2 weeks ago and she appeals as the type to bounce back quickly with refitting of cheekpieces a positive. TFRHHHHI BHA70
5 WAR HOWL (IRE) (33) 000000 4 9-10 (10)
Br Br g Bated Breath - Camelot Rakti (IRE) Andrew Mullen J
O Future Champions Racing Syn & Ben Haslam Ben Haslam, Middleham T
B G. H. S. Bloodstock & J. C. Bloodstock My Future Champion S
TIMEFORM VIEW Came good in 1m Southwell novice on reappearance and has run to a similar level all 3 starts in handicaps subsequently, albeit again looking a tricky ride when fourth at Musselburgh (9f) on most recent start 2 weeks ago. Can’t be ruled out for in-form yard. TFRHHHHI BHA74
9 MOUNT KING (IRE) (16) 03-0006 CD 6 9-3 (8)
Br Ch g National Defense - Christmas Joy (IRE) David Allan J
O Ryedale Partners No1 Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Sun Bloodstock SARL Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner, including around this time last year. Gradually working his way back this year but each of his last 2 starts have been disappointing, offering little off the bridle when sixth of 7 in a C&D handicap 16 days ago. Mark continues to ease at least. TFRHHHII BHA62
10 CLONQUEST (GB) (88) 5-23 3 9-2 (3)
Br B g Ulysses (IRE) - Clon Coulis (IRE) Connor Beasley J
O Ms Colette Twomey David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T B Collette Twomey
TIMEFORM VIEW Son of Ulysses who stepped up on his eye-catching debut run when second in a Newcastle maiden (7f) in January. Similar form when third on qualifying run at Thirsk (1m) in April and he’s very much the type to progress in handicaps/taking on his elders following a gelding operation. Hood on. TFRHHHHH BHA70 2025: WALSINGHAM (IRE) 5 10 2 Daniel Tudhope 11-4 (David O’Meara) 9 ran Hood worn first time by No 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 3, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 3, 4, 8, 9. Running for the first time since Gelding No 10.
Stewards Note: HARSWELL RUBY: Following its run on 24/6/2026 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.
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TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded back-to-back wins last summer for Michael Appleby and, though he’s finished well beaten for this yard, hinted that he’s not a total lost cause when tenth of 14 at Wetherby (7f, firm) last month, passing the post with running left. Needs to build on that.
6 STAR BANNER (IRE) (15) 363 3 9-7 (7)
Br Ch c Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Schroders Mistake (IRE) Rowan Scott J
O Mr Jaber Abdullah Charlie Johnston, Middleham T B Lewinstown & Regan Johnston Racing Ltd S
PROBABLE S.P.’s 4-1 Clonquest (GB), 11-2 Flying Fletcher (GB), 6-1 Welbury (GB), 13-2 Star Banner (IRE), 8-1 Harswell Ruby (IRE), 10-1 Rajapour (IRE), 11-1 Sailthisshipalone (GB), 14-1 Mount King (IRE), 16-1 Wetsand (IRE), 40-1 War Howl (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW CLONQUEST’s form in novice company has substance and very much appealing as the type to improve markedly on the back of a break/gelding operation now handicapping, he could be worthy of siding with to prove his opening mark a lenient one. Harswell Ruby wasn’t at her best last time but appeals as the type to bounce back in refitted cheekpieces, with Welbury and Flying Fletcher others to consider
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TIMEFORM VIEW Made a promising start to his career when third in a 7f maiden at Musselburgh in May and confirmed that promise at second attempt when third in a Windsor novice (1m) 2 weeks ago. Switch to handicaps in his favour now but this probably about as far as he wants to go
Colours No Horse
Colours No Horse
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THE TALLBALDYBLOKE THREE SCORE AND TEN BIRTHDAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 x Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (35 wins from 359 runners, 10%) runs DREAM DEAL
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 83 runners, 10%) runs DREAM DEAL
Weightwatcher: DANDY DINMONT won off a handicap mark of 70, his rating is now down 8lb to 62.
Longest Traveller: CHEERLEADER trained by T Jackson, Loftus, 88 miles.
1 HOVER ON THE WIND (IRE) (8) 030451 CD 6 10-2 (in5lbex) (4)
Br B g No Nay Never (USA) - Casila (IRE) David Nolan J
O The Beer Stalkers & Partner Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Camas Park, Lynch Bages & Summerhill
TIMEFORM VIEW 8-y-o who can be rather in and out but he picked up well under apatientridewhenbagging8-runnerC&Dhandicap8daysago(Betweenthesticks/ Dream Deal behind). Player if backing that up under a 5lb penalty
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2 BETWEENTHESTICKS (GB) (8) 112062 CD6 10-0 (3)
Br B g Captain Gerrard (IRE) - Jollyhockeysticks James Sullivan J
O Mr J. A. Swinburne & Mrs Ruth A. Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington T
B J. P. Coggan Formulated Polymer Products Ltd S
5f 3y
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 SEA HER EXCEL (GB) (22) 53-0315 D BF 3 9-4 (10)
Br B f Bungle Inthejungle - Cirencester Elle-May Croot (5) J
O Mrs Tracy Nason Ivan Furtado, Easingwold T
B Barry Walters
TIMEFORM VIEW Seen to good effect when beating a subsequent winner from the front at Wetherby (5.5f) 2 starts back and she couldn’t replicate that from 6lb higher when fifth at Windsor (5f) 22 days ago. Widest draw makes things tougher again. TFRHHHII BHA64
8 DAVORGE NATION (IRE) (29) 60130-6 D 3 9-2 (1)
Br Ch g Sioux Nation (USA) - Blue Umbrella (IRE) Non Runner J
O Miss Tracey Mann & Mr John Pinckney Declan Carroll, Malton T
B T. Boylan
Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Started the season in top form, winning at Wolverhampton and over C&D (good; made all) in April. Back to that sort of form reverting to positive tactics when dead-heating for second with Dream Deal over C&D 8 days ago and he’s well drawn to go forward again here.
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3 STORM CALL (IRE) (15) 4410-54 D 4 9-13 (2)
Br B f Soldier’s Call - Wind Storm Billy Garritty J
O Bernard Hoggarth Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Ballyhane Stittenham Farms S
TIMEFORM VIEW Finally off the mark for this yard in first-time blinkers at Redcar in October. However, lightly raced and not threatened since, off further 3 months prior to finishing fourth of 5 at Catterick (5f, firm) 2 weeks ago. Does find herself back on last winning mark at least. Visor replaces blinkers. TFRHHHII BHA68
4 SHOWTIME MAHOMES (GB) (133) 04-1640 D 7 9-8 (9)
Br B g Dabirsim (FR) - Magic Florence (IRE) Oliver Stammers J
O The Muffed Punt Partnership Grant Tuer, Northallerton T
B Ed’s Stud Ltd Herbs Unlimited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed return to form in race run to suit when successful at Southwell (6f) in January. Never fully fired in trio of all-weather starts thereafter during the winter but returns from 4 months off with his yard firmly amongst the winners. Draw could have been kinder, though. TFRHHHII BHA63
5 DREAM DEAL (GB) (8) 50-0612 D 7 9-7 (6)
Br B g Due Diligence (USA) - Triveni (FR) David Allan J
O D & SJ Barker Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Miss S. J. Turner Barker Cattle S
TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on a sliding mark at Beverley (5f) on penultimate start and looked unlucky not to have gone closer (possibly follow up with a clear passage) when second over C&D last week. Yet to defy a mark in the 60’s but that indicates he’s clearly capable.
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6 DANDY DINMONT (IRE) (21) 050100 D 7 9-7 (8)
Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Coconut Kisses Rowan Scott J
O The Olliers & Stewart Perkins Nigel Tinkler, Malton T
B Miss Joanne Comer Alexanders York S
TIMEFORMVIEW Showed form akin to last season’s best when narrowly regaining winning thread at Beverley (5f) in May but hasn’t replicated that in 2 outings since. Others preferred back up in class.
TFRHHIII BHA62
TIMEFORM VIEW Made second nursery start a winning one at Musselburgh in August but ended 2-y-o season on a below-par note and offered little on back of a breathing operation when last of 6 at Leicester 4 weeks ago. This ought to reveal more.
TFRHHIII BHA62
9 BRAVE EMPIRE (IRE) (31) 000054 5 9-1 (7)
Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Isabeau (IRE) Jason Hart J
O Crazy Racing Ltd Ivan Furtado, Easingwold T B Yeomanstown Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t won for a long time but took a step back in the right direction with a tongue tie refitted when fourth of 16 in handicap at Doncaster (6f) last month. Potentially thrown in if he can build on that back at the minimum trip with a first-time hood reached for. TFRHHHII BHA56
10 CHEERLEADER (GB) (32) 11020-0 D 4 9-1 (5)
Br B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Sleepless Joanna Mason J O Derek & Caroline Thompson Tina Jackson, Loftus T B Apple Tree Stud S. M. Thompson Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at a huge price on yard debut at Redcar (5f) last spring and proved that no fluke when following up at Catterick. Lightly raced since and shaped as if needing the run after 10 months off (also had second breathing operation) at Thirsk in June. Stable landed this 12 months ago. TFRHHIII BHA56
2025: MISSMIMI 5 8 12 Joanna Mason 6-1 (Tina Jackson) 8 ran
Hood worn first time by No 9. Visor worn by No 3. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-2 Dream Deal (GB), 4-1 Hover On The Wind (IRE), 9-2 Betweenthesticks (GB), 17-2 Brave Empire (IRE), 10-1 Sea Her Excel (GB), 14-1 Showtime Mahomes (GB), 16-1 Storm Call (IRE), 20-1 Dandy Dinmont (IRE), Cheerleader (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW DREAM DEAL left the distinct impression he’d have pushed Hover On The Wind very close with a clear passage when the pair met over C&D 8 days ago and may well be up to proving the point on these revised terms. Betweenthesticks was close up in that same race and also rates a live player from a handy draw
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DREAM DEAL 2.HOVER ON THE WIND (IRE) 3.BETWEENTHESTICKS
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 1.48 - THE WAKEFIELD THORNES CRICKET CLUB NURSERY 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 two yrs old only, Rated 0-65. Enter by noon, July 1st and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 5th. Lowest weight 8st 3lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 27th, 2026, for each race won 6lb. Wakefield Thornes Cricket Club will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries at £25. - Closed July 1st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2684; Second £1342; Third £671; Fourth £335; Fifth £168. (Penalty Value £3402.10) SS SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.18 - THE NOEL JOHN CURTIN MEMORIAL MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBB/GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6480 to the winning horse The second to receive £3042, the third £1521 and the fourth £760. for maiden three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, July 1st and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 5th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 6lb; fillies 9st 1lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb. The Curtin family 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. 16 entries at £35. - Closed July 1st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5120; Second £2560; Third £1280; Fourth £640. (Penalty Value £6480) SS
SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.48 - THE WEATHERBYS PIPALONG STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £34026 to the winning horse The second to receive £12900, the third £6456, the fourth £3216, the fifth £1614 and the sixth £810. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which have not won a Group 1 Pattern race after 2025. Enter by noon, July 1st and pay £150 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 5th. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, after 2025, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb Of a Group 2 race 7lb. The winning owner will receive a Perpetual Challenge Trophy, to be held for one year only WEATHERBYS have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries at £150. - Closed July 1st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £26736; Second £10974; Third £5490; Fourth £2742; Fifth £1374; Sixth £684. (Penalty Value £34026) A SS SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.18 - THE PONTEFRACT PARK SILVER SPRINT TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £13400 to the winning horse The second to receive £6284, the third £3143, the fourth £1570, the fifth £785 and the sixth £392. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 5th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after June 27th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The Pontefract Park Race Co Exective will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition, they will present a cash prize to the stable employee judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 13 entries, 3 at £15 and 10 at £75. - Closed July 1st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £10564; Second £5283; Third £2642; Fourth £1321; Fifth £660; Sixth £330. (Penalty Value £13400.40) SS
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 3.48 - THE PONTEFRACT SQUASH AND LEISURE CLUB 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 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below) £25 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £20 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m July 5th. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 27th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. This race has been sponsored by Pontefract Squash and Leisure Centre They 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 14 entries at £25. - Closed July 1st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2684; Second £1342; Third £671; Fourth £335; Fifth £168. (Penalty Value £3402.10) SS SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.18 - THE GO RACING BET WITH JAYNE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) 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 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below). £29 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £24 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 5th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 7lb Penalties, after June 27th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. This race has been sponsored by Jayne. They 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 16 entries at £29. - Closed July 1st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 4.48 - THE TALLBALDYBLOKE THREE SCORE AND TEN BIRTHDAY 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. July 5th. 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 June 27th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The Pontefract Racecourse Executive will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race There will also be a cash prize for the stable employee, judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries at £28. - Closed July 1st, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
