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THE THANK YOU RICHARD HAMMILL NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5
)
(GBB RACE)
for novice three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000 x Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2987, 2nd £1493, 3rd £747, 4th £373. (Penalty Value £3780)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (33 wins from 329 runners, 10%) runs CANARIA SUN & U SURE DO Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): M & D Easterby (2 wins from 12 runners, 17%) runs BIG APPLE JACK Longest Traveller: CALL ME BETTY trained by M Dods, Darlington, 71 miles.
1 STRONG WARRIOR (GB) (260) 1- 3 9-11 (5)
Br B c Mehmas (IRE) - Camisole (USA) Oisin Orr J
O Sheikh Rashid Dalmook Al Maktoum Richard Fahey, Malton T
B Elwick Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW 48,000 gns foal, 150,000 gns 2-y-o, Mehmas colt. Half-brother to French 8.5f winner Global Fashion. Dam US 1m winner Won 4-runner maiden at Ayr (5f, good to firm, 6/5) on debut, readily. Off 8 months. May well do better and obvious claims under a penalty.
TFRHHHHI BHA-
2 VEBLEN GOOD (IRE) (176) 21- 3 9-11 (7)
Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Pious Alexander (IRE) Clifford Lee J
O Noel, Paul, Charles & O’Callaghan K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B Mountarmstrong Stud & Alexander B/Stock
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 U SURE DO (IRE) (297) 23- 3 9-4 (6)
Br B g Kodiac - Lake Moon
David Allan J
O Mr J. N. Blackburn Tim Easterby, Malton T B Richard Ahern
TIMEFORM VIEW Kodiac colt. Half-brother to smart winner up to 9.5f Meteoric and 2-y-o 7f winner High Waves. Dam, 11f winner, half-sister to smart winner up to 1 1/2m Cap O’Rushes. Placed both starts in June, clear of rest when third to a couple of useful sorts in maiden at York (6f, soft, 9/4). Big shout. TFRHHHHH BHA8 WILLIAM MARSHAL (GB) (-) 3 9-4 (4)
Br B g Mayson - Montjen (IRE) Cam Hardie J
O Keep The Faith Partnership Kevin Frost, Newark T
B Mrs Glenda Swinglehurst Wilcocks Contractors Ltd, Kevin Frost Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Mayson gelding. Brother to winner up to 8.6f Amaysmont and 6f/7f winner Majeur Dam, ran twice on Flat/twice in bumpers, out of useful 2-y-o 6f winner Nuriva.
TFRHHHHI BHA-
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed debut promise when narrow winner of 7-runner novice at Wolverhampton (5.1f) in October In top hands and will go on improving, so considered under a penalty.
3 BIG APPLE JACK (GB) (-) 3 9-4 (3)
Br B g Mayson - Amour Fou (IRE)
Joanna Mason J
O Mark Hickling Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B John Troy
TIMEFORM VIEW 1,000 gns foal, £8,000 yearling, Mayson gelding. Half-brother to several winners, including winner up to 7f Groupie and 5f-7f winner Millie Lou. Dam 5f winner TFRHIIII BHA-
4 CANARIA SUN (GB) (-)
3 9-4 (9)
Br B g Twilight Son - Gran Canaria Queen Sean Kirrane J
O Racing Knights & Ptnr Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Habton Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Twilight Son gelding. Half-brother to 5f winner Canaria Prince. Dam 5f-6f winner TFRHHIII BHA-
5 EY UP HE’S A STAR (GB) (172) 55- 3 9-4 (2)
Br B g Sogann (FR) - Velvet Jaguar David Nolan J
O Mrs M Lingwood Mr Kaine Wood Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton T
B Dr A. Gillespie
TFRHIIII BHA-
9 CALL ME BETTY (IRE) (-) 3 8-13 (8)
Br B f Sands of Mali (FR) - Ariena (IRE) Connor Beasley J
O Mr D Stone & Mrs C Dods Michael Dods, Darlington T B Mrs Diane Williams STS Group Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW €33,000 yearling, Sands of Mali filly Half-sister to 2-y-o 5f winner Love Wars Dam, 2-y-o 6f winner, half-sister to useful winner up to 6f New Planet. TFRHHHII BHA-
2024: CLOSE CONNECTION (IRE) 3 9 4 Connor Beasley 12-1 (Michael Dods) 9 ran
Running for the first time since Gelding No 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 2-1 Strong Warrior (GB), 3-1 U Sure Do (IRE), 7-2 Veblen Good (IRE), 14-1 Call Me Betty (IRE), 22-1 Canaria Sun (GB), 25-1 Big Apple Jack (GB), 33-1 Ey Up He’s A Star (GB), 40-1 Passchendaele (GB), William Marshal (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW The form of U SURE DO’s 2 placed efforts in the summer has worked out well and the 7lb he receives from penalised winners Strong Warrior and Veblen Good may prove decisive.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.U SURE DO (IRE) 2.STRONG WARRIOR 3.VEBLEN GOOD (IRE)
TFRHIIII BHA-
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. Modest form when fifth of 9 in novice at Redcar (6f, soft, 9/1), not ideally placed. Off 172 days
6 PASSCHENDAELE (GB) (-) 3 9-4 (1)
Br B g Land Force (IRE) - New Road Side Tom Eaves J
O Morecool Racing & Andy Barnes Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton T
B Morecool Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Land Force gelding. Half-brother to 2-y-o 6f winner Hougoumont. Dam, 5f winner (including at 2 yrs), half-sister to useful 2-y-o 6f winner Byzantium. TFRHIIII BHA-
Colours No Horse
Colours No Horse
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
POSITION OF STALLS
Unless an announcement is made to the contrary, Starting Stalls will be positioned against the INSIDE RUNNING RAIL for all races.
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly. And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British Majority funded by the HBLB 2 7 T
RICHARD HAMMILL
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
The Racecourse Executive would like to thank our sponsors today
FAMILY OF TOMMY HEPPLE
FRIENDS OF CHERYL HIBBERT
TRIBUTE
T H A U G U S T
IN THE ZONE FAMILY DAY
alongside THRILLING RACING, At every Sunday meeting we have a funfair, free face painting, hunt the golden horse shoe, free kids activity packs and flag favourites
JockeyCam will also be joiNIng us, bringing the super cool VR headsets along so racegoers can see for themselves what its like to ride in a real race! Plus Pony Tails & Unicorn Trails will be joining us in the Picnic Enclosure.
THE TOMMY HEPPLE MEMORIAL
HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 x Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3414, 2nd £1706, 3rd £854, 4th £426. (Penalty Value £4320)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (33 wins from 329 runners, 10%) runs GREENLIGHTFORGO
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Hannon (5 wins from 30 runners, 17%) runs DETROIT LION
Longest Traveller: DETROIT LION trained by R Hannon, Marlborough, 204 miles.
1 DETROIT LION (IRE) (35) 50/34-02 4 9-9 (1)
Br B c Awtaad (IRE) - Oriental Step (IRE) Joe Leavy (3) J
O Middleham Park Racing & Barry O’Brien Richard Hannon, Marlborough T
B Hadi Al-Tajir Tattersalls S
TIMEFORM VIEW Back on track when creditable second of 8 in handicap at Southwell (11.1f) 35 days ago, well positioned. Remains low mileage and can make presence felt.
TFRHHHII BHA70
2 VALUE ADDED (GB) (19) 1040/-00 5 9-8 (9)
Br B m Iffraaj - Star Value (IRE) Aiden Brookes (3) J
O Two Nicks and a Mick Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Queen Elizabeth II Micky Hammond Racing S
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 SONNING (IRE) (203) 004360- 7 8-11 (4)
Br Gr g The Gurkha (IRE) - Moon Empress (FR) Jason Hart J
O URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Mr B. Minde Titan Resource Management S
TIMEFORM VIEW 33/1, last of 5 in handicap chase at Sedgefield (17f, good to soft) on debut over fences. Off 6 months. First run for yard after leaving Danny Brooke. Modest on the Flat, fair on last Flat run. TFRHHIII BHA58
8 GREENLIGHTFORGO (IRE) (203) 055364- 4 8-9 (7)
Br Br g Le Havre (IRE) - Kalaatah (USA) Cam Hardie J
O Green Racing Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Shadwell Estate Company Limited Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TFRHIIII BHA69
TIMEFORM VIEW 125/1, seventh of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f) 19 days ago. Tongue strap on for 1st time. Work to do.
3 RIBBLE RIVER (IRE) (198) 055311- D 4 9-7 (10)
Br B g Ribchester (IRE) - Ashtown Girl (IRE) Tom Eaves J
O Hambleton Racing Ltd XXVII Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Barry Noonan Hambleton Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Found improvement at end of last campaign, winning handicaps at Carlisle (11.2f) and Hamilton (12.1f). 6lb higher on return but may have more to offer this term.
TFRHHHHI BHA68
4 BILLY NO MATES (IRE) (154) 005446- D 9 9-6 (2)
Br B g Clodovil (IRE) - Sabaidee (IRE) Connor Beasley J
O Mr J Sagar and Mr M Dods Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Mount Coote Stud Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame 3 times last term and starts new campaign off career-low mark. Could be a player. TFRHHHII
9 MR ZIPPI (GB) (28) 364-646 6 8-9 (6)
Br B g Intello (GER) - Izzi Top Harrison Shaw J
O Mr N. Ender Sara Ender, Malton T B Meon Valley Stud Yorkshire Equine Salt Therapy S
TIMEFORM VIEW 7/1, below form sixth of 10 in handicap at Southwell (14.1f) 28 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Others preferred. TFRHHIII BHA56
10 LETMESEETHECOLTS (GB) (10) 23-1532 4 8-7 (5)
Br Ch f Ulysses (IRE) - Full Day Joanna Mason J
O Mr Dan Gilbert Brian Ellison, Malton T
B Dan Gilbert Brian Ellison Racing Limited S
TFRHHIII BHA67
TIMEFORMVIEW Sixth of7 in handicap at Redcar(14f, soft, 16/1). Off154 days Needs a couple of these to falter
5 TRAPPER JOHN (GB) (20) 065-0 4 9-5 (8)
Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Apache Song Kaiya Fraser (3) J
O Andrew McGladdery and Park Lodge Stables Harry Eustace, Newmarket T
B Andrew McGladdery Rank Interactive (Gibraltar) Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark at Southwell (11.1f) in January and acquitted herself well in defeat more recently, latest when second of 18 in handicap at Doncaster (10.2f, good) 10 days ago, needing stiffer test. Leading contender TFRHHHHH BHA54
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 2.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 9.
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 12/1, seventh of 8 in handicap at Southwell (11.1f) 20 days ago. Others look better treated.
TFRHHIII BHA66
6 VAMPIRE SLAYER (IRE) (313) 00/5422- 5 8-11 (3)
Br B g Camacho - Bionic Buffy (IRE) Andrew Mullen J
O Mrs Michelle Charlton Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie T
B Noel & Jack Finegan
TIMEFORM VIEW 11/2, below form sixth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Ayr (16f, heavy) 32 days ago. Fair on the Flat, bit below form on last Flat outing. Not out of things. TFRHHHII BHA58
PROBABLE S.P.’s 3-1 Letmeseethecolts (GB), 5-1 Ribble River (IRE), 7-1 Detroit Lion (IRE), 10-1 Vampire Slayer (IRE), 11-1 Trapper John (GB), 12-1 Billy No Mates (IRE), Greenlightforgo (IRE), 14-1 Sonning (IRE), Mr Zippi (GB), 40-1 Value Added (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW The step back up in trip looks a major plus for LETMESEETHECOLTS and she is fancied to return to winning ways Ribble River and Detroit Lion are also of interest.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.LETMESEETHECOLTS 2.RIBBLE RIVER (IRE) 3.DETROIT LION (IRE)
ABBREVIATIONS
BF – Beaten Favourite. C – Course Winner. U – Unseated Rider. D – Distance Winner. d – Disqualified. S – Slipped.
SMOKING
No smoking is allowed in any buildings. Smoking is permitted outside the buildings.
WELFARE OF HORSES AND RIDERS
The safety and welfare of all horses and riders involved in races at Pontefract is one of our principal priorities. A Paramedic Ambulance, a Doctor and a Vet follow the runners in every race.
GREEN SCREENS will normally be erected round any horse or rider requiring attention in order to provide privacy. This does NOT necessarily reflect on the severity of any injury.
RECORD TIMES
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The Tommy Hepple Memorial Handicap Stakes
Tommy was a taxi driver who loved nothing more than a pint, a cig and a bet.
A keen race goer, Tommy loved a day at Ponty with his mates Heppy & Tommo. He had been coming for the past 25 years, he even brought his partner Mandy along to help carry the beer. Will be sadly missed.
THE JAMAICAN FLIGHT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 x Declared Runners 7 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3414, 2nd £1706, 3rd £854, 4th £426. (Penalty Value £4320)
Leading course trainer (20-25): M Hammond (7 wins from 96 runners, 7%) runs JUSTUS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Candlish (4 wins from 27 runners, 15%) runs PIGEON HOUSE
Longest Traveller: BAMBOO BAY trained by T Waggott, Spennymoor, 81 miles.
1 JUSTUS (IRE) (183) 005/110- CD 7 10-0 (5)
Br Ch g Galileo (IRE) - Landikusic (IRE) Aiden Brookes (3) J
O Ryder and Alex Sugden Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B LNJ Foxwoods Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEW Won this contest (off 3lb lower) last season and followed up at Ripon (16f) 25 days later. Ran modestlybehind GloryAnd Honourwhen last seen here 6 months ago but returns on a workable mark. TFRHHHII BHA75
2 GLORYAND HONOUR (IRE) (153) 5351/15- CD 9 9-7 (6)
Br B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - On Khee P. J. McDonald J
O Ursa Ellerby & Partner Sam England, Guiseley T
B Mr Michael D. Hickey Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over C&D (off 3lb lower) in October and arrives on back of solid campaign over fences this winter. Likely contender TFRHHHHI BHA68
3 GOLDEN FLAME (IRE) (13) 00-0204 7 9-7 (4)
Br B g Golden Horn - Flame of Gibraltar (IRE) J
O Mr T. Faulkner Thomas Faulkner, Devauden T
B Godolphin Valley Water Services Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW
TFRIIIII BHA68
4 ROYAL DEESIDE (GB) (63) 4342/6-6 5 9-7 (3)
Br B g Churchill (IRE) - Ebb David Nolan J
O K Jardine R Griffiths Patrick Morris, Prescot T
B Jake Warren Ltd & Baroda & Colbinstown
TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 13 in handicap hurdle at Hexham (16.2f, good to soft, 25/1) 26 days ago. Modest on last Flat run. Still looking for first career success. TFRHHIII BHA68
5 PIGEON HOUSE (IRE) (6) 00/06/3-2 BF 5 9-4 (7)
Br Ch g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Zaitana (IRE) George Wood J
O Le Pigeons Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Al Shira’aa Farms S.A.R.L. PRA World Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made the frame on 4 of his 5 starts over hurdles for new yard this winter and posted creditable second of 5 in handicap back on Flat at Musselburgh (16f, good) 6 days ago. Holds strong claims. TFRHHHHH BHA65
6 DIAMAND DE VINDECY (FR) (153) 106500- 6 9-2 (2)
Br B g Diamond Green (FR) - Miss Chic’vindecy (FR) Jason Hart J
O EE Williams & JE Brooke Robert Bevis, Duckington T
B Etienne Raquin & Martine Bonjour Wessex Vehicles Services S
TIMEFORM VIEW Not seen since pulled up in handicap hurdle at Southwell (20.4f, good to soft, 18/1) 113 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Fair on the Flat, modest on last Flat outing. Others more convincing. TFRHHIII BHA63
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 BAMBOO BAY (IRE) (88) 0666-66 7 8-9 (1)
Br B g Camelot - Anna Karenina (USA) Rhys Elliott (5) J
O Coglan & Kilcran Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor T B Grangecon Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Sedgefield (19.8f, good to soft, 40/1) 19 days ago. Modest on the Flat, below form on last Flat outing. Hard to fancy from 11lb out of the weights. TFRHIIII BHA45
2024: JUSTUS (IRE) 6 8 13 Aiden Brookes 9-2 (Micky Hammond) 5 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 5, 6.
Stewards Note: JUSTUS: Following its run on 7/10/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 6-4 Pigeon House (IRE), 7-2 Glory And Honour (IRE), 5-1 Justus (IRE), 9-1 Diamand de Vindecy (FR), 10-1 Royal Deeside (GB), 28-1 Bamboo Bay (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Preference is for PIGEON HOUSE, who wasn’t suited by the pedestrian gallop when runner-up at Musselburgh last week and can race off the same mark here. C&D winners Glory And Honour and Justus are feared most.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PIGEON HOUSE (IRE) 2.GLORY AND HONOUR (IRE) 3.JUSTUS (IRE)
CHILDREN
Under 18’s accompanied by an adult are free everywhere.
THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £30000 x Declared Runners 11 Owners Prize Money. 1st £12189, 2nd £6096, 3rd £3048, 4th £1524, 5th £762, 6th £381. (Penalty Value £15462)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (33 wins from 329 runners, 10%) runs MANILA SCOUSE & VINCE L’AMOUR
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Candlish (4 wins from 27 runners, 15%) runs ALZAHIR
Longest Traveller: FAHRENHEIT SEVEN trained by M Usher, Lambourn, 180 miles.
1 DREAM COMPOSER (FR) (185) 403100- CD7 9-9 (4)
Br B g Dream Ahead (USA) - High Spice (USA) Joe Leavy (3) J
O Peter Clarke Racing Partners James Evans, Kinnersley T
B Khalifa Dasmal The Little Jet Company Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Last of 12 in handicap at Ascot (5f, good, 16/1). Off 6 months. Claims on best form. TFRHHHII BHA97
2 VENTURE CAPITAL (GB) (164) 012134- D 4 9-3 (7)
Br B g Washington DC (IRE) - Ventura Blues (IRE) Shane Gray J
O Ms Leslie Clune Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Ms L. Clune K. A. Ryan Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner last term who ended campaign with creditable fourth of 15 in handicap at Doncaster (5f, heavy) in October, faring best of those ridden prominently 1lb lower on return and must enter calculations. TFRHHHHI BHA91
3 ALZAHIR (FR) (9) 325-051 5 9-1 (in 5lb ex) (5)
Br Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Cup Cake (IRE) George Wood J
O Miss C. Dolan Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Al Wasmiya Stud PRA World Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Back on scoreboard in 15-runner handicap at Doncaster (7f, good, 13/2) 9 days ago. Carries 5lb penalty for that victory but return to the minimum trip could suit this free-going sort. TFRHHHHI BHA84
4 MANILA SCOUSE (GB) (206) 401000- D 6 8-13 (8)
Br B g Aclaim (IRE) - Forever Excel (IRE) David Allan J
O Ambrose Turnbull & John Cruces Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Wayne Clifford Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW 100/1, last of 22 in handicap at Doncaster (5.6f, good). Off 6 months. Something to find on form. TFRHHIII BHA87
5 NAZRON (IRE) (119) 231600- D 4 8-13 (11)
Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Praden (USA) Tom Eaves J
O Miss C. Dolan Ivan Furtado, Wiseton T
B China Horse Club International Ltd James Paul Services To Industry Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW 20/1 and tongue strap on for1st time, eighth of9 in handicap at Southwell (5f). Off 119 days Needs a couple of these to falter TFRHHIII BHA87
6 VENTURA EXPRESS (GB) (19) 63063-2 CD 8 8-11 (1)
Br Ch g Mayson - Mail Express (IRE) Jason Hart J
O Buist, Crowther & Shields Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Scuderia Archi Romani Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time C&D winner who arrives on back of creditable second of 7 in handicap at Newcastle (5f, 14/1) 19 days ago. Shortlist material. TFRHHHHH BHA85
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Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 VINCE L’AMOUR (IRE) (171) 030010- D 4 8-8 (6)
Br B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Red Romance Joanna Mason J
O Reality Partnerships X Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Mark Hanly & Stephanie Hanly Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 15 runs last year Latest win at York in October Last of 10 in handicap (4/1) at Catterick (5f, heavy), reportedly bled. Off 171 days Returns on a fair mark. TFRHHHII BHA82
8 FAHRENHEIT SEVEN (GB) (19) 31131-3 D 4 8-8 (2)
Br B g Showcasing - Pizzazz Connor Beasley J
O Miss Jacintha Hynes Mark Usher, Lambourn T
B Springcombe Park Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 8 runs last year Latest win at Newcastle in November 7/1, creditable third of 7 in handicap at same course (5f) 19 days ago. Warrants respect. TFRHHHII BHA82
9 INTERVENTION (GB) (11) 06-4431 8 8-8 (10)
Br B g Swiss Spirit - Lady Lube Rye (IRE) Mason Paetel (7) J
O The Horse Watchers 8 Michael Appleby, Oakham T
B D. & S. L. Tanker Transport Ltd Timeform S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended lengthy losing run when taking 8-runner handicap at Lingfield (7f, AW) 11 days ago, driven out. Remains fairly treated on old form and the reapplication of cheekpieces looks a good move over this shorter trip. TFRHHHII BHA82
10 BROOKLYN NINE NINE (IRE) (31) 31-6460 D 5 8-8 (9)
Br B g No Nay Never (USA) - Mamba Noire (FR) Cam Hardie J
O R. A. Fahey and Partner Richard Fahey, Malton T B Powerstown Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Southwell in December. 16/1, ninth of 10 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 31 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Others have achieved more.
TFRHHIII BHA82
11 WEN MOON (IRE) (171) 330033- C D 5 8-6 (3)
Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Luminous Gold Andrew Mullen J
O Daniel Shapiro & David Clifford Ben Haslam, Middleham T B Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. Twelve runs since last win in 2023. Respectable third of 10 in handicap at Catterick (5f, heavy, 7/2). Off 171 days Each-way claims. TFRHHHII BHA80
2024: THE BELL CONDUCTOR (IRE) 7 9 4 William Pyle 10-1 (Craig Lidster) 8 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4, 7, 11.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 9.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 5.
Stewards Note:
MANILA SCOUSE: Following its run on 14/9/2024 it was reported that the horse finished lame on its left-hind.
VINCE L’AMOUR: Following its run on 19/10/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-1 Intervention (GB), 11-2 Venture Capital (GB), Alzahir (FR), Ventura Express (GB), 17-2 Fahrenheit Seven (GB), 14-1 Vince L’Amour (IRE), Wen Moon (IRE), 18-1 Brooklyn Nine Nine (IRE), 20-1 Dream Composer (FR), 25-1 Nazron (IRE), 28-1 Manila Scouse (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW VENTURA EXPRESS has a good record here and made a pleasing reappearance at Newcastle last month. He gets the nod. Alzahir and Venture Capital head the list of dangers.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.VENTURA EXPRESS 2.ALZAHIR (FR) 3.VENTURE CAPITAL
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THE NAPOLEONS CASINO BRADFORD
HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)
for three yrs old x Total prize fund £20000 x Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money. 1st £8126, 2nd £4064, 3rd £2032, 4th £1016, 5th £508, 6th £254. (Penalty Value £10308) Weights raised 4lb 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 (33 wins from 329 runners, 10%) runs FAN MAIL
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Hannon (5 wins from 30 runners, 17%) runs CAYMAN TAI
Longest Traveller: CAYMAN TAI trained by R Hannon, Marlborough, 204 miles.
1 LESLEY’S BOY (GB) (186) 01103- D 9-9 (1)
Br B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Enliven Oisin Orr J
O Mrs L. Jackson
B Enliven Partnership
Richard Fahey, Malton T
Richard Fahey Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Two wins from 5 runs last year 9/2, creditable third of 7 in nursery at Newcastle (7f) final start. Should be competitive if ready to roll after 6 months off
TFRHHHII BHA85
2 DARK CLOUD RISING (GB) (178) 0130- D 9-9 (4)
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 Services S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner 14/1, 10 3/4 lengths seventh of 8 to Jungle Drums in listed race at York (6f, soft) when last seen in October Makes handicap debut on return.
TFRHHHII BHA85
3 CAYMAN TAI (IRE) (230) 222120- 9-7 (6)
Br Gr c Earthlight (IRE) - Namibie Joe Leavy (3) J
O Mr Ian Wight, Mr Tony Lyons and Ptnr Richard Hannon, Marlborough T
B Knockainey Stud Tote S
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 SCATTER PENNY (FR) (152) 11060- CD 9-0 (7)
Br B f Elarqam - Penny Sixpence (FR) Joanna Mason J
O Mick & David Easterby 100 Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Mme Hannelore Kneip Molter Stittenham Farms S
TIMEFORMVIEW Won maiden at Nottingham and a C&D novice on first 2 outings. Failed to kick on in 3 nurseries subsequently and needs to get her career back on track after a break. TFRHHIII BHA
8 INVITORIO (IRE) (172) 031- D 8-13 (8)
Br B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Vitoria (IRE) Clifford Lee J
O Grange Park Racing XVIII & OfO Partners K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B Mrs Maria Marron Grange Park Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced winner 6/4, won 9-runner novice at Redcar (6f, soft) in October Unexposed handicap newcomer from a leading yard TFRHHHII BHA75
9 I NEED YOUR LOVE (GB) (150) 034133- D 8-8 (3)
Br B g Zoustar (AUS) - Dubai Cyclone (USA) Billy Garritty J
O Mr J Blackburn Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Ladyswood Farm & Stud LLP Sheridan Ny Llp S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Redcar in September Good third of 8 in nursery (15/2) at Doncaster (6f, heavy) in November Off since. TFRHHHII BHA70
TFRHHHII BHA83
TIMEFORM VIEW Ffos Las novice win last June and fine second in 6f Glorious Goodwood nursery next time. Bit below form when seventh of 17 in another strong nursery at the York Ebor meeting. Off 7 months. Enters the reckoning.
4 PETER THE WOLF (GB) (159) 03266- 9-6 (5)
Br Ch g Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Starbotton
Edward Greatrex J
O Jim and Claire Limited Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn T
B Little Park Farm 1Account Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden. Bit below form sixth of 11 in novice at Chelmsford (7f) in October Makes handicap debut after 5 months off Improvement will be needed from this mark.
TFRHHIII BHA82
5 FAN MAIL (GB) (24) 004-214 D 9-1 (2)
Br B g Mayson - Fanfair Sean Kirrane J
O Lee Bond, Robert Matheson & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Theakston Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of maiden at Newcastle in February. Shaped well when fourth of 11 in handicap at Southwell (6f) since, running on after short of room. TFRHHHHH BHA77
6 MIDDLETON VIEW (IRE) (62) 00-2 9-1 (9)
Br B g Bated Breath - Tested
David Probert J
O Opulence Thoroughbreds Clive Cox, Hungerford T
B Lynch Bages & Camas Park Stud Clive Cox Racing Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Improved when second of 6 in novice (15/2) at Kempton (6f) on reappearance 62 days ago. Should have more to offer in handicaps. One to consider TFRHHHHI BHA77
2024: JAMES’S DELIGHT (IRE) 3 9 9 Daniel Tudhope 9-4 (Clive Cox) 5 ran Visor worn by No. 9. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 1, 2. Stewards Note:
PETER THE WOLF: Following its run on 31/10/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free
PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-2 Fan Mail (GB), 11-2 Middleton View (IRE), 6-1 Lesley’s Boy (GB), 7-1 Invitorio (IRE), 9-1 Cayman Tai (IRE), I Need Your Love (GB), 10-1 Dark Cloud Rising (GB), 14-1 Peter The Wolf (GB), 25-1 Scatter Penny (FR)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW FAN MAIL has a handy inside stall and is taken to build on a promising first run in handicap company at Southwell last month. Middleton View shaped well when second in a Kempton novice in February and appeals as one who can do better again now handicapping, while Cayman Tai acquitted himself well in 2 strong nurseries last summer and should also have a part to play if fully primed after 7 months off.
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THE CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF CHERYL HIBBERT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000 x Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2987, 2nd £1493, 3rd £747, 4th £373. (Penalty Value £3780)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (33 wins from 329 runners, 10%) runs IFONLYTHEYCUDTALK
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Carr (2 wins from 18 runners, 11%) runs SOUTH SHORE
Longest Traveller: TORFRIDA trained by Mrs P Sly, Peterborough, 105 miles.
1 SOUTH SHORE (GB) (17) 0000-00 4 9-9 (4)
Br B g Blue Point (IRE) - Angel’s Glory Joanna Mason J
O Legendary Moore Syndicate & R Carr Ruth Carr, Stillington T
B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum William Hill S
TIMEFORMVIEW Down inweights and bettersigns forthisyardwhen seventh of11 in handicap at Newcastle (5f, 50/1) 17 days ago, keeping on after not clear run over 1f out. No shock were he to go well in this lower grade. TFRHHHHI BHA65
2 TORFRIDA (GB) (234) 1234/00- 5 9-9 (10)
Br B m Aclaim (IRE) - Vernatti
5f 3y
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 CROCODILE POWER (IRE) (119) 611415- 7 9-7 (7)
Br B g Slade Power (IRE) - Ramamara (IRE) Dale Swift J
O The Racing Emporium Seb Spencer, Malton T B Northern Bloodstock Agency Ltd Eco-Power Racing S
Shane Kelly J
O Family Sly Pam Sly, Peterborough T
B M. H. Sly & Mrs P. M. Sly Pam Sly Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in handicaps over 6f and 7f at Doncaster in a light 2024 campaign. Drops to the minimum trip for the first time on reappearance with a watching brief advised.
TFRHHIII BHA65
3 WRESTLING REVENUE (IRE) (17) 222-000 D 4 9-8 (1)
Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Party Animal
Andrew Mullen J
O Longdogs Brussel Sprouts Ben Haslam, Middleham T
B Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Has failed to beat a rival in 3 AW outings at Newcastle since joining Ben Haslam. Starting to look well treated on last year’s best turf form for previous stable but could only consider if backed.
TFRHHIII BHA64
4 HERAKLES (IRE) (26) 06520-6 D 5 9-8 (8)
Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Air of Mystery David Nolan J
O Mr A. Bell & Mr P. T. Midgley Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Mr Donal Boylan
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixth of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (5f, 25/1) on reappearance 26 days ago, not clear run. Below his last winning mark and interesting with that run under his belt.
TFRHHHHH BHA64
5 DODDIE’S IMPACT (GB) (47) 0510-63 D 4 9-7 (6)
Br B g Pearl Secret - Rock Cake (IRE) Harry Russell J
O The Legacy Group Racing Club
Ollie Pears, Malton T
B Ciaran & Nicola Paterson Legacy Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle (5f) in December. Bit below form when third of 8 there (5f again) 47 days ago. make presence felt.
TFRHHHII BHA63
6 KING’S CROWN (IRE) (10) 321300 D 5 9-7 (5)
Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Textured (IRE) Sean Kirrane J
O Mr Dave Stone Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Mountarmstrong Stud STS Group Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Haswon over6f at Southwell and 5f at Newcastle thisyearbut down the field on his last 2 visits to Newcastle ahead of this return to turf
TFRHHHII BHA63
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times over 6f at Catterick last autumn. Respectable fifth of 12 in handicap at Southwell (6f) in December. Off 119 days.
TFRHHHII BHA63
8 ONE MORE DREAM (GB) (7) 164436 6 9-4 (9)
Br Br g Bated Breath - Gracefilly Jason Hart J
O Ryedale Racing John & Sean Quinn, Malton T
B Simon Wood JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, Asset Finance Solutions (UK) Ltd. S
TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways at Wolverhampton in February Some creditable efforts since but latest Lingfield sixth wasn’t one of them. TFRHHHII BHA60
9 MRS TRUMP (IRE) (183) 541063- D 5 9-0 (3)
Br B m James Garfield (IRE) - Musicora Cam Hardie J
O R Chapman, G J Daly & R J Parks Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Rathbarry Stud R&N Logistics & Daughters Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 13 runs last year 25/1, creditable third of 12 in C&D handicap (heavy) on final start. Got to be a chance she’ll need this after 6 months off TFRHHHII BHA56
10 IFONLYTHEYCUDTALK (IRE) (182) 632615- D 4 8-7 (2)
Br Ch g Soldier’s Call - Union City Blues (IRE) Joe Fanning J
O Kate Barrett & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Tom McDonald Thoroughbred Business Management Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Beverley (5f) in September Respectable fifth of 12 in handicap (8/1) at Southwell (5f) the following month. Off 6 months. TFRHHHII BHA49
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 6, 10.
Stewards Note:
SOUTH SHORE: Following its run on 22/3/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
HERAKLES: Following its run on 13/3/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 9-2 One More Dream (GB), 6-1 Herakles (IRE), Crocodile Power (IRE), 8-1 King’s Crown (IRE), 9-1 South Shore (GB), Mrs Trump (IRE), 10-1 Ifonlytheycudtalk (IRE), 11-1 Doddie’s Impact (GB), 16-1 Torfrida (GB), 28-1 Wrestling Revenue (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW HERAKLES caught the eye a bit on his reappearance and might prove the answer to this sprint handicap. The class-dropping South Shore could pose a threat after offering a bit more encouragement last time. One More Dream has largely been in good form on AW this year and also makes the shortlist.
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THE RACING TV SKY CHANNEL 424 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000 x Declared Runners 7 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2987, 2nd £1493, 3rd £747, 4th £373. (Penalty Value £3780)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |
Leading course trainer (20-25): K Ryan (18 wins from 140 runners, 13%) runs SHALADAR
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): I Williams (2 wins from 16 runners, 12%) runs FINN RUSSELL
Longest Traveller: MASQOOL trained by J Evans, Kinnersley, 160 miles.
1 LIVIO MILO (IRE) (170) 004400- 5 9-9 (3)
Br Gr g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Sorelle Delle Rose (IRE) P. J. McDonald J
O RGS Partnership Sam England, Guiseley T
B Moyglare Stud Farm
1m 6y
Br Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 MILTEYE (GB) (323) 1040/00- D 5 8-13 (1)
Br B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Fondie (IRE) Cam Hardie J
O Mr W. A. Bethell
Harriet Bethell, Arnold T B Daniel Hunt
TFRHHHII BHA75
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful handicapper in Ireland for Dermot Weld. Joined a shrewd yard ahead of British debut and needs monitoring in the betting.
2 YAAJOOZ (IRE) (241) 243016- D 4 9-8 (2)
Br Br g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - My Dorris (IRE) Joanna Mason J
O UK Farming Renewable Energy Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Mr C. D. Brennan
TIMEFORM VIEW First run since leaving George Boughey when sixth of 7 in handicap at Haydock (10.5f, good to firm inAugust, unable to sustain effort. Drops back in trip on return from 8 months off with a hood also added. TFRHHHII BHA74
3 PARTISAN HERO (IRE) (41) 0/22-331 D 5 9-7 (7)
Br B g Muhaarar - Mad About You (IRE) Richard Kingscote J
O D Lowe & S Hoyland David Loughnane, Tern Hill T
B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd Dave Loughnane Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW 15/8, career best when winning 8-runner handicap at Kempton (8f) 41 days ago, always holding on. Turf winner in Ireland earlier in his career Likely to go well.
TFRHHHHH BHA73
4 SHALADAR (FR) (160) 442304- D 6 9-7 (4)
Br B g Shalaa (IRE) - Ultradargent (FR) Oisin McSweeney (3) J
O Hambleton Racing Ltd XLVII Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Framont Limited Hambleton Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Operating below his best when last seen in the autumn but runner-up on his reappearance in 2023 and 2024. Have to go back to 2022 for his last win but on a good mark and no surprise to see him go well.
TFRHHHHI BHA73
5 FINN RUSSELL (IRE) (27) 301-204 D 5 9-3 (5)
Br Br g Caravaggio (USA) - Tawaareekh (USA) Charles Bishop J
O Gigabit Sales & Rental Ltd Ian Williams, Alvechurch T
B Lynch Bages Ltd & Rhinestone B/Stock Gigabit sales and rental ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Wolverhampton in December. 9/2, creditable fourth of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f) 27 days ago, although he didn’t help his cause by pulling hard. Back down in trip for turf return.
TFRHHHII BHA69
6 MASQOOL (IRE) (27) 31-1520 D BF 7 9-0 (6)
Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Eshaadeh (USA) Joe Leavy (3) J
O Peter Clarke Racing Partners James Evans, Kinnersley T
B Shadwell Estate Company Limited The Little Jet Company Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Two wins at Wolverhampton (9.5f) around the turn of the year. Also went close there in February but last of 7 latest. This is a rare turf outing for him.TFRHHHII BHA66
TIMEFORM VIEW Largely struggled in his time with Edward O’Grady in Ireland, mainly over hurdles. Flat winner earlier in his career and worth a betting check on first outing for Harriet Bethell.
TFRHHIII BHA65
2024: WINTERCRACK 4 9 6 Rob Hornby 11-4 (Pam Sly) 12 ran Hood worn first time by No 2.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 4, 6.
Stewards Note:
FINN RUSSELL: Following its run on 12/3/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free.
MASQOOL: Following its run on 12/3/2025 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly
PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-2 Partisan Hero (IRE), 9-2 Shaladar (FR), Finn Russell (IRE), 11-2 Masqool (IRE), 17-2 Yaajooz (IRE), 10-1 Livio Milo (IRE), 25-1 Milteye (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW PARTISAN HERO won on turf in Ireland earlier in his career and is probably the most solid option on the back of a recent AW success. Shaladar hasn’t won for over 2 years but goes well fresh and might provide the main threat ahead of Finn Russell.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PARTISAN HERO (IRE) 2.SHALADAR (FR) 3.FINN RUSSELL (IRE)
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RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 2.02 - THE THANK YOU RICHARD HAMMILL NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3780 to the winning horse The second to receive £1774, the third £887 and the fourth £443. for novice three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, April 2nd and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 6th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 5lb For each other race won 7lb (Where appropriate, median auction and auction Novice or Maiden races will carry the same penalty as Restricted races) (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 20 entries at £20. - Closed April 2nd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2987; Second £1493; Third £747; Fourth £373. (Penalty Value £3780) SS SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.32 - THE TOMMY HEPPLE MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 50 and below) £20 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 6th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 29th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. RICHARD HEPPLESTONE has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, he will also award a cash prize to the stable employee judged by him to be to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 13 entries at £20. - Closed April 2nd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3414; Second £1706; Third £854; Fourth £426. (Penalty Value £4320) SS SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 3.02 - THE JAMAICAN FLIGHT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below) £20 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 6th Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 4-y-o 8st 7lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 10st; 4-y-o 9st 12lb Penalties, after March 29th, 2025, for each race won 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 be awarded to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. A perpetual Challenge Trophy, to be held by the winning owner for one year only, was kindly given for this race by the late Mr & Mrs Peter Lamyman. 9 entries at £20 - Closed April 2nd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3414; Second £1706; Third £854; Fourth £426. (Penalty Value £4320) SS SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.32 - THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15462 to the winning horse The second to receive £7251, the third £3627, the fourth £1812, the fifth £906 and the sixth £453. for four 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. April 6th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 29th, 2025, for each race won 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 be awarded to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 13 entries, 1 at £15 and 12 at £75. - Closed April 2nd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381. (Penalty Value £15462) SS
SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 4.07 - THE NAPOLEONS CASINO BRADFORD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10308 to the winning horse The second to receive £4834, the third £2418, the fourth £1208, the fifth £604 and the sixth £302. for three yrs old only, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 6th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 29th, 2025, for each race won 6lb. NAPOLEONS CASINO BRADFORD have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, they will also present a cash prize to the stable employee judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 19 entries at £50. - Closed April 2nd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £8126; Second £4064; Third £2032; Fourth £1016; Fifth £508; Sixth £254. (Penalty Value £10308) Weights raised 4lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.42 - THE CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF CHERYL HIBBERT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3780 to the winning horse The second to receive £1774, the third £887 and the fourth £443. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £20 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 6th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 29th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. This race has been sponsored in memory of CHERYL HIBBERT. Cheryl’s friends 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 at £20. - Closed April 2nd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2987; Second £1493; Third £747; Fourth £373. (Penalty Value £3780) SS SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.12 - THE RACING TV SKY CHANNEL 424 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3780 to the winning horse The second to receive £1774, the third £887 and the fourth £443. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below). £20 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £4 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £16 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 6th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after March 29th, 2025, for each race won 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 be awarded to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries at £20. - Closed April 2nd, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2987; Second £1493; Third £747; Fourth £373. (Penalty Value £3780) SS
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