Pontefract Racecard - Wednesday 30th April

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WEDNESDAY 30 APRIL2025 TH RACECARD £2 national horseracing college charity day

PLAN OF ENCLOSURES

1. DALBYSTAND AND PREMIER ENTRANCE:

Private Hospitality Boxes

Champagne Bar

Premier Sports Café Bar

Toilets (including Disabled)

2. PARK SUITE:

Restaurant

Owners & Trainers Bar

3. MAIN STAND (includes):

Weighing Room

Raceday Office (for Raceday enquiries)

PREMIER ENCLOSURE

Premier Enclosure Dining Room

Premier Lounge Bar

Annual Badge Holders Bar

Toilets (including Disabled)

GRANDSTAND & PADDOCK ENCLOSURE

Lounge Bar

Grandstand & Paddock Riders Bar

Self Service Dining Room

Furlong Bar

Balcony Bar

Toilets (including Disabled)

Pizza in the Paddock Bar and Terrace

Paddock Food Court

4. PICNIC ENCLOSURE Bar & Servery

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

8. SADDLING UP BOXES

9. WINNERS ENCLOSURE

10. PRE-PARADE RING

11. BETTING HALL

12.HORSEWALK

13. ADMINISTRATION OFFICES

14. PICNIC ENTRANCE TURNSTILES

15. OWNERS & TRAINERS ENTRANCE

16. WHEELCHAIR VIEWING AREA

1STAID

TOILETS & BABY CHANGING FACILITIES

TODAY’S OFFICIALS fixtures

April

Tuesday 8th Monday 14th Wednesday 30th Season opener oap free day national horseracing college charity day

MAY

Friday Eve 23rd The FILLERS LIVE AFTER RACING

june

Monday EVE 9TH SUNDAY 22ND Monday 30th Racing FOR EVERYONE YORKSHIRE FAMILY DAY THE ART OF RACING

july

Tuesday 8th friday eve 18th

sunday 27th pipalong stakes flash: a tribute to queen live after racing tribute bands family day

august

Wednesday 6th sunday 17th ladies day in the zone family day

september

Thursday 18th thursday 25th racehorses rule afternoon racing

October

Monday 6th Monday 20th Afternoon racing season finale and national hunt handover

WEDNESDAY 30TH APRIL

UNDER THE RULES OF RACING

PATRON THE COUNTESS OF HALIFAX

STEWARDS

CHIEF STEWARD ROBERT MCCARTHY

STEWARDS’ PANEL CHAIR MIKE GOODFELLOW

TRAINEE STEWARDS PANEL CHAIR JOHN CLASPER

STEWARD MICHAEL EYRE

ASSISTANT STEWARD MILLY BERSEY

RACEDAYASSISTANT SARAH RUSSELL

STARTERS RYAN COLLEY, RUSSELL GARRITTY

JUDGE MICHAEL ROBERTS

CLERK OFTHE SCALES

KARL CURRAN

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

MELANIE SWARBRICK, GRAHAM GRAY, JOE O’GORMAN

VETERINARY OFFICER

MARK TABACHNIK

VETERINARY SURGEONS

NORRIE GRAHAM, MATT BUTTERELL, NELL DAY

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr LEES, Dr TUT

BETTING RING MANAGER MARK RYAN

COMMENTATOR GARETH TOPHAM

SAFEGUARDING LEAD CAROL NICKELSTel: 07795966968

SAFEGUARDING DEPUTY JONATHAN MULLIN

DIRECTOR J. NORMAN GUNDILL, MBE –Tel: (01977) 781307

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER JONATHAN MULLIN

CLERKS OFTHE COURSE

JONATHAN MULLIN - Tel: 07808965402

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ADMINISTRATION MANAGER CAROL NICKELS

ACCOUNTS MANAGER NICOLA CAWOOD

CATERING MANAGER

REBECCA MOORE – 07984 461128

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HEAD GROUNDSMAN

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ADMINISTRATION OFFICE (01977) 781307

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OFFICIAL PROGRAMME

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THE FLEET FINDERS SUPPORTS THE NATIONAL HORSERACING COLLEGE EBF

NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)

for novice three yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 x Declared Runners 5 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 (34 wins from 342 runners, 10%) runs DYNAMO GEORGE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 77 runners, 10%) runs DYNAMO GEORGE Longest Travellers: ROLLING LUCK trained by S P C Woods, MUNSIF trained by R Varian, both Newmarket, 147 miles.

Colours No Horse Age st-lb Draw

1 ACTION PACT (GB) (-) 4 10-2 (4)

Br B g Golden Horn - America Mon Amie (USA) Jack Garritty J

O Mr A. G. Pollock Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T

B Sun Bloodstock Racing Ltd Stittenham Farms S

TIMEFORM VIEW 4,500 gns foal, Golden Horn gelding. Dam useful US 1m/8.5f winner (including minor stakes) from a good US family This is a rather belated debut.

TFRHHIII BHA-

2 MUNSIF (IRE) (21) 1 D 3 9-6 (1)

Br Ch c Sea The Stars (IRE) - Mubhirah Jim Crowley J

O Shadwell Estate Company Ltd Roger Varian, Newmarket T

B Shadwell Estate Company Limited

B Breeder S Sponsor

THE TIMEFORM VIEW MUNSIF is bred to be at least useful and got the job done despite greenness on debut at Nottingham 3 weeks ago. There should be plenty more to come from him so he’s a fairly obvious selection to go in again. Newcomers Jeanne Baret and Dynamo George may offer most resistance.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MUNSIF (IRE) 2.JEANNE BARET 3.DYNAMO

TIMEFORM VIEW Sea The Stars colt. Half-brother to 7f winner Mubhijah. Dam once-raced half-sister to Oaks/King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes winner Taghrooda (by Sea The Stars) Justified support despite not looking the finished article on debut at Nottingham 3 weeks ago. Plenty more to come.

TFRHHHHH BHA-

3 DYNAMO GEORGE (GB) (-) 3 8-13 (5)

Br B g Cracksman - Halle Bop Sean Kirrane J

O Lee Bond & Robert Matheson Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Normandie Stud Ltd & Shade Oak Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW 14,000 gns foal, £42,000 yearling, Cracksman gelding. Half-brother to several winners, including 9f/1 1/4m winner Panstarr and 10.3f/11f winner Princesse Mathilde, both useful. Dam 2-y-o 6f winner

4 ROLLING LUCK (GB) (168) 0-

TFRHHHII BHA-

3 8-13 (3)

Br B g New Bay - Lady Tiana Ben Sanderson J

O Mr S. P. C. Woods S. P. C. Woods, Newmarket T

B Mr & Mrs A. E. Pakenham

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly. And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British Majority funded by the HBLB.

POSITION OF STALLS

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

TFRHHIII BHA-

TIMEFORMVIEW 100/1, last of 10 in novice at Lingfield (8f, AW) on debut. Off 168 days Up in trip.

5 JEANNE BARET (GB) (-) 3 8-8 (2)

Br B f Sea The Moon (GER) - Lady Jane Digby Joe Fanning J

O Miss K. Rausing Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Miss K. Rausing Johnston Racing Ltd S

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

The Racecourse Executivewould like to thank oursponsors today

TIMEFORM VIEW Sea The Moon filly Half-sister to several winners, including smart 1 1/2mwinnerGalapiat and usefulwinnerup to 1 1/2m MadameAmbassador. Makes plenty of appeal on paper

2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Running for the first time since Gelding No. 4.

TFRHHHHI BHA-

PROBABLE S.P.’s 2-5 Munsif (IRE), 9-2 Jeanne Baret (GB), 12-1 Dynamo George (GB), 22-1 Action Pact (GB), 50-1 Rolling Luck (GB)

TRIBUTE BANDS FAMILY DAY M I L Y S U N A Y S T P O N T E 2 N D J U N E

YORKSHIRE FAMILY DAY L Y

2 7 T H J U LY

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 RACING TV CLUB DAY EBF

MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB

RACE

)

for maiden two yrs old x Total prize fund £9000 x Declared Runners 7 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3840, 2nd £1920, 3rd £960, 4th £480. (Penalty Value £4860)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |

Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (34 wins from 342 runners, 10%) runs ARGENTINE TANGO

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 77 runners, 10%) runs ARGENTINE TANGO

Longest Traveller: SEND THE NAVY trained by G Kelleway, Newmarket, 147 miles.

1 CHAMPION ISLAND (IRE) (-)

9-7 (5)

Br Ch c Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Greenisland (IRE) Andrew Mullen J

O Mr Jaber Abdullah Charlie Johnston, Middleham T

B Stonethorn Stud Farm Ltd. Johnston Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 6. €45,000 yearling, Starspangledbanner colt. Half-brother to several winners, including winner up to 6f Shamshon and winner up to 1m Boerhan, both useful. Dam 7f-1m winner (including at 2 yrs) Lots to like on paper. TFRHHHHI BHA-

2 DANDY’S ROCKET (IRE) (-)

9-7 (2)

Br B c Dandy Man (IRE) - Top Class Angel (IRE) Alistair Rawlinson J

O Fosnic Racing Michael Appleby, Oakham T

B Thompson Bloodstock & Scott Thompson Trade Access Panels Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 19. 12,000 gns yearling, Dandy Man colt. Dam 1m winner. TFRHHHII BHA-

3 SEND THE NAVY (IRE) (-) 9-7 (7)

Br B c U S Navy Flag (USA) - Send Up (IRE) Jason Hart J

O Capla, Propulsion, Chambers & Finch Gay Kelleway, Newmarket T

B Peter, Hugh & Philip McCutcheon

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 27. €3,500 yearling, U S Navy Flag colt. Half-brother to 2-y-o 7f winner Bella Wella. Dam 1 1/2m-13.3f winner out of smart 1 1/4m-1 1/2m winner Briolette. TFRHHIII BHA-

4 SOLAR COOPER (GB) (-)

9-7 (3)

Br B c Harry Angel (IRE) - Tunkwa (FR) Ben Robinson J

O UK Farming Renewable Energy Brian Ellison, Malton T

B The Cantillon Syndicate UK Farming Renewables S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 18. 10,000 gns foal, £30,000 yearling, HarryAngel colt. Dam French 1 1/2m/12.5f winner. May need more time. TFRHHHII BHA-

5 SPORTING LIGHT (IRE) (-) 9-7 (6)

Br B c Calyx - Chase The Light (IRE) Oisin Orr J

O Sporting Life Racing Club - R Fahey Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Edgeridge Ltd And Glenvale Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 31. €10,000 foal, €40,000 yearling, Calyx colt. Dam unraced half-sister to useful 2-y-o 7f winner Blue Lemons. Bred to be an early type and sales price quadrupled from foal to yearling stage. TFRHHHHI BHA-

6 STAR MATERIAL (IRE) (17) 6

Br B c Starman - Marriage Material (IRE)

Br Breeding J Jockey

O Owner T Trainer

B Breeder S Sponsor

7 ARGENTINE TANGO (GB) (14) 2 9-2 (4)

Br B f Mattmu - Showdanse

David Allan J

O Bearstone Stud Limited Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Bearstone Stud Holdcroft Motor Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 11. Mattmu filly Dam lightly-raced half-sister to smart 2-y-o 5f-1m winner Hearts of Fire Plenty of promise amidst greenness when second of 12 at Beverley a fortnight ago. That sets a reasonable standard and she’s capable of better. TFRHHHHH BHA-

2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

PROBABLE S.P.’s 9-4 Argentine Tango (GB), 4-1 Champion Island (IRE), 11-2 Sporting Light (IRE), 8-1 Dandy’s Rocket (IRE), 9-1 Solar Cooper (GB), Star Material (IRE), 14-1 Send The Navy (IRE)

THE TIMEFORM VIEW Tim Easterby has his string pretty well forward this season and ARGENTINE TANGO certainly exceeded market expectations when runner-up at Beverley a fortnight ago. That experience will stand her in good stead so she’s the percentage call over Champion Island and Sporting Light, who look the pick of the newcomers.

9-7 (1)

Connor Beasley J

O Mr S. Ryan Adrian Keatley, Malton T

B Tally-Ho Stud Santry Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 10. €100,000 yearling, Starman colt. Dam unraced sister to Flying Childers Stakes winner Ardad Well backed but ended up on a flank and ultimately didn’t show much on debut at Musselburgh 17 days ago. Presumably thought capable of much better TFRHHHHH BHA-

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly. And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British Majority funded by the HBLB

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

THE WELCOME RACING TV MEMBERS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533. (Penalty Value £5400)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |

Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (34 wins from 342 runners, 10%) runs CASH IN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 77 runners, 10%) runs CASH IN Longest Traveller: CLOUD KING trained by R Cowell, Newmarket, 147 miles.

1 LETHAL NYMPH (GB) (20) 0230-63 6 9-11 (10)

Br B g Lethal Force (IRE) - Little Nymph P. J. McDonald J

O Taylor’s Bloodstock Ltd Paul Midgley, Westow T

B Mr T. H. S. Fox Taylor Group (Yorkshire) Ltd S

5f 3y

Br Breeding J Jockey

O Owner T Trainer

B Breeder S Sponsor

7 INGLEBYARCHIE (IRE) (18) 01150-2 D 4 9-3 (1)

Br B g James Garfield (IRE) - Musicora Harrison Shaw J

O Ingleby Bloodstock Limited Adrian Nicholls, Sessay T

B Rathbarry Stud Scott Bros Ltd, Adrian Nicholls Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner of 5f handicaps last summer and enhanced his good record when fresh when second of 10 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good to firm) 18 days ago, no match for a lightly raced sort. Claims returned to 5f from handy draw TFRHHHII BHA72

TFRHHHII BHA80

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now twenty runs since last win in 2022 but he displayed more spark than on return when creditable third of 13 in handicap (12/1) at Newcastle (6f) 20 days ago. Lurking on a handy mark with cheekpieces on 1st time and respected despite a tricky draw

2 WEN MOON (IRE) (22) 30033-0 C D 5 9-10 (8)

Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Luminous Gold Andrew Mullen J

O Daniel Shapiro & David Clifford Ben Haslam, Middleham T

B Tally-Ho Stud

8 CASH IN (GB) (18) 20051-6 D 4 9-3 (3)

Br B g Profitable (IRE) - Roxelana (IRE) David Allan J

O Reality Partnerships III Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Doughty Investments Ltd Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who ended last season in good form and shaped as if he’d come on plenty for his reappearance when eighth of 10 in handicap at this C&D (good) 22 days ago. Another who is down to a workable mark and better showing anticipated.

TFRHHHII BHA79

3 CLOUD KING (GB) (40) 41005-0 D 4 9-9 (4)

Br B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Royal Eloquence (IRE) Jason Hart J

O Mrs Fitri Hay Robert Cowell, Newmarket T

B Joseph A. Tabet JMH Group S

TIMEFORM VIEW Strong in betting (5/2) but shaped as if in need of run when seventh of 9 in handicap at Southwell (5f) on reappearance 40 days ago. Cheekpieces are added now and he’s an intriguing contender from a handy draw

TFRHHHHH BHA78

4 NIGHT ON EARTH (IRE) (81) 504-630 D 7 9-9 (6)

Br B g Kodiac - Eternal View (IRE) Dougie Costello J

O Mr Spencer Coomes Ian Williams, Alvechurch T

B Tally-Ho Stud

Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourwins from 23 runs last year 28/1, last of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 81 days ago, weakening over 1f out having disputed the lead. Wouldn’t want to face too much competition on the front end here and others rate stronger. TFRHHHII BHA78

5 HEDGE FUND (IRE) (195) 660244- D 4 9-9 (2)

Br B g Profitable (IRE) - Escallonia (IRE) Alistair Rawlinson J

O Value Racing - Hedge Fund Michael Appleby, Oakham T

B Barouche Stud Ireland Ltd

TIMEFORMVIEW Fairly useful handicapper who is winless since his 2-y-o days but ended last term with creditable efforts on turf/AW for former stable. Starts out for new yard (sold 48,000 gns) who do well with such recruits and he’s one to note back from 6 months off TFRHHHHI BHA78

6 ARECIBO (FR) (11) 4200-00 D 10 9-7 (5)

Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Oceanique (USA) Zak Wheatley (3) J

O Santry Racing Declan Carroll, Malton T B Wertheimer et Frere Santry Racing, Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Inconsistent sort failed to come on for a recent run when eighth of 12 in handicap at Musselburgh (5f, good) 11 days ago, albeit not helped by making his challenge wide. Visor goes back on but he’s not one to be making too many excuses for. TFRHHIII BHA76

TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark in an uncompetitive maiden at Newcastle (5f) on final start in November. Unable to land a blow after 5 months off when sixth of 9 in handicap at Thirsk (6f) 18 days ago but entitled to be sharper for the outing. Still, others preferred. TFRHHHII BHA72

9 REIGNING PROFIT (IRE) (9) 00-5323 CD BF 6 9-2 (9)

Br Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Reign (IRE) James Sullivan J

O The Chancers Ruth Carr, Stillington T

B Rosemont Stud Pty Ltd William Hill S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who went close here on penultimate start and shaped as if still in good form when third of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 9 days ago, not ideally placed. Big run could be on the cards with a visor refitted. TFRHHHHI BHA71

10 FENLANDER (GB) (21) 653/60-5 4 8-12 (7)

Br B g Territories (IRE) - Specialty (IRE) Cam Hardie J

O Pam’s People Pam Sly, Peterborough T

B M. H. Sly & Mrs P. M. Sly Pam Sly Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced for his age and shaped as if retaining his ability after almost a year off when fifth of 11 in handicap at Catterick (6f, good) 21 days ago, fading final 1f. That was an encouraging enough display if able to build on it. TFRHHHII BHA67

2024: PRINCESS KARINE 5 9 8 William Pyle 13-8 (Bryan Smart) 5 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 1, 3.

Visor worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2.

Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 6.

PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-1 Reigning Profit (IRE), 6-1 InglebyArchie (IRE), 13-2 Cloud King (GB), 7-1 Lethal Nymph (GB), 8-1 Wen Moon (IRE), Hedge Fund (IRE), 12-1 Fenlander (GB), 14-1 Night On Earth (IRE), 18-1 Arecibo (FR), 20-1 Cash In (GB)

THE TIMEFORM VIEW Plenty arrive with claims, with the narrow vote in favour of CLOUD KING. A dual 5f winner last season, he ought to be sharper for his run on all-weather at Southwell 6 weeks ago and, with cheekpieces enlisted, he could be ready to strike from his easing mark. Reigning Profit in a change of headgear and Hedge Fund on debut for Mick Appleby are others to consider Ingleby Archie is another worth a look.

Colours

ABBREVIATIONS

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

RECORD TIMES

2m 1f 27y

THE

NATIONAL

HORSERACING

COLLEGE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8000 x Declared Runners 7 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20)

ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK

FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |

Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (34 wins from 342 runners, 10%) runs HIGHWAYGREY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 77 runners, 10%) runs HIGHWAYGREY

Longest Traveller: SHOW BIZ KID trained by J & S Birkett, Newmarket, 147 miles.

1 MOLINARI (IRE) (20) 02311-2 D 8 9-9 (3)

Br Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Moon Empress (FR) David Nolan J

O Mr & Mrs G.F. Hall Racing Martin Todhunter, Penrith T

B Foursome Thoroughbreds Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Ended 2024 with a brace ofwins at Newcastle, latterly in November. 5/1, creditable second of 7 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f) 20 days ago and he’s likely to give it another good go back on turf TFRHHHHI BHA74

2 SHOW BIZ KID (IRE) (25) 640-231 D 4 9-7 (7)

Br B g Acclamation - Fashion Theory Sean Kirrane J

O In It To Win Partnership Julia & Shelley Birkett, Newmarket T

B L. Mulryan Birkett Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 8-runner handicap (10/1) at Yarmouth (10.1f, good to firm) 25 days ago. Has to be taken seriously up just 2lb. TFRHHHHI BHA72

3 IT’S A LOVE THING (GB) (17) 031122 D 7 9-6 (5)

Br B g Intrinsic - Lady Kyllar Oisin Orr J

O Duke of Appletreewick Sam England, Guiseley T

B Malih L. Al Basti Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Wolverhampton in March. Second of 13 in handicap (14/1) at Musselburgh (12.5f, good) 17 days ago, running on. Player if in the same form. TFRHHHII BHA71

4 PRINCE ACHILLE (GB) (14) 42216-2 D 6 9-4 (2)

Br B g Reliable Man - Halle Bop Jack Garritty J

O Mr Jedd O’Keeffe Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn T

B Normandie Stud Ltd Jedd O’Keeffe Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 11 runs last year Latest win at Newcastle in November 11/1, good second of 7 in handicap at Beverley (12.1f, good to soft) 14 days ago, conceding first run. Won second-time-out last 2 seasons so he needs taking very seriously.

TFRHHHHH BHA69

5 EEETEE (IRE) (173) 644565- D 7 9-1 (1)

Br B g Fast Company (IRE) - Chiquita Picosa (USA) Dougie Costello J

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

B Macha Bloodstock & N. Drion

Br Breeding J Jockey

O Owner T Trainer

B Breeder S Sponsor

7 DANDY’S ANGEL (IRE) (14) 41110-0 D 8 8-11 (6)

Br B m Dandy Man (IRE) - Party Pipit (IRE) Tom Kiely-Marshall (5) J

O Anthony Ross and David Lumley John Wainwright, Malton T B Stonepark Farms Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 18 runs last year. Last of 11 in handicap (50/1) at Beverley (8.4f, good to soft) 14 days ago, inadequate test. Better expected up in trip with that under her belt.

2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Blinkers worn by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6.

TFRHHHII BHA62

PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-2 Show Biz Kid (IRE), 7-2 Prince Achille (GB), 5-1 Molinari (IRE), 6-1 It’s A Love Thing (GB), 11-1 Highwaygrey (GB), 14-1 Dandy’s Angel (IRE), 16-1 Eeetee (IRE)

THE TIMEFORM VIEW PRINCE ACHILLE made a promising return to action when second at Beverley a fortnight ago and given he’s won second-time-out the last 2 seasons, hopes are high that he can go one place better. Show Biz Kid was better than ever when winning at Yarmouth so he’s the obvious alternative, with Molinari likely to give it another good go

TFRHHHII BHA66

TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2023. 33/1, below form 9 1/4 lengths fifth of 10 to Molinari in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f). Off 173 days but has won fresh before and he lurks on a dangerous mark.

6 HIGHWAYGREY (GB) (23) 53050-6 CD 9 9-0 (4)

Br B g Dick Turpin (IRE) - Maybeagrey David Allan J

O Reality Partnerships VII Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Habton Farms Easthorpe Hall Stud S

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

TFRHHHII BHA65

TIMEFORM VIEW Five-time C&D winner 18/1, creditable sixth of 10 in handicap at Redcar (10f, good) 23 days ago, missing break. Every chance he needed that so he can step up.

THE NARS SUPPORTS THE NHC HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards, x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 8 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234)

FORM ANALYSIS - A

CLOSER LOOK

| FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |

Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (34 wins from 342 runners, 10%) runs LEADENHALL

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 77 runners, 10%) runs LEADENHALL

Longest Traveller: ZOFFANDIA trained by K Burke, Whitcombe, 256 miles.

1 ON THE RIVER (GB) (13) 40113-2 CD BF 6 9-9 (8)

Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Lady Lekki (IRE) Joe Fanning J

O Mr W. A. Bethell

B Daniel Shapiro

Harriet Bethell, Arnold T

Br Breeding J Jockey

O Owner T Trainer

B Breeder S Sponsor

7 PARTISAN HERO (IRE) (22) 22-3311 CD 5 9-2 (7)

Br B g Muhaarar - Mad About You (IRE) William Pyle (3) J

O D Lowe & S Hoyland David Loughnane, Tern Hill T

B Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd Dave Loughnane Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who had an excellent 2024, gaining a fourth success of the campaign at Haydock (1m, heavy) in October Reappeared with an excellent second at Ripon 13 days ago, despite not being seen to very best effect, and has to be of major interest once more.

TFRHHHHH BHA85

2 THEME PARK (GB) (23) 15010-0 CD 5 9-8 (1)

Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Queen’s Prize Faye McManoman J

O Martin Webb Racing Nigel Tinkler, Malton T

B Queen Elizabeth II WJ Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner who shaped as if needing the run when eleventh of 12 in handicap at Redcar (8f, good) 23 days ago. Likely to take a step forward.

TFRHHHII BHA84

3 SUPERPOSITION (GB) (33) 534/5-1 D 4 9-6 (3)

Br Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Melesina (IRE) P. J. McDonald J

O Cayton Park Stud Limited Ed Dunlop, Newmarket T

B Cayton Park Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form on the back of a breathing op when off the mark in 12-runner maiden at Southwell (8.1f) 33 days ago, leading 3f out and quickening clear. There was plenty to like about that performance, but whether he’ll reproduce that form given his apparent fragility is open to doubt.

TFRHHHII BHA82

4 BORGI (IRE) (235) 105410- D 6 9-4 (2)

Br B g Anjaal - One Time (IRE) Ben Sanderson J

O Mr S. P. C. Woods S. P. C. Woods, Newmarket T

B Denis Bergin

TIMEFORM VIEW Took his form up a notch on all-weather last year, career best under this rider when winning 13-runner handicap at Newcastle (1m) in July, overcoming pace bias in the process. Not in the same form in a better race at Kempton next time and has yet to fully convince on turf TFRHHHII BHA80

5 ZOFFANDIA (IRE) (53) 43-410 D 4 9-3 (6)

Br Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Lambari (FR) Josephine Gordon J

O Pugs, Paul and Mayhem Keiran Burke, Whitcombe T

B Lambari Partnership Pugsley Revill S

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when making a winning handicap bow at Kempton (1m) in February Possibly amiss when disappointing at Wolverhampton next time and could yet get back on the up.

TFRHHHII BHA79

6 WESTERNESSE (IRE) (12) 430-510 CD 6 9-2 (5)

Br B g Camelot - Truthwillsetufree (IRE) David Nolan J

O The Horse Watchers 7 David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Maurice Regan Timeform S

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who proved at least as good as ever when scoring at Newcastle in March. Not in anything like the same form at Chelmsford last time but type to bounce back quickly on this return to turf.

TFRHHHII BHA78

TIMEFORM VIEW Supplemented his Kempton success when winning 7-runner handicap over C&D (good) 22 days ago. Forced into a higher grade for his hat-trick bid but respected nonetheless.

TFRHHHHI BHA78

8 LEADENHALL (GB) (207) 030664- D 5 8-11 (4)

Br B g Kingman - Promising Lead David Allan J

O The Wolf Pack 2 and Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORM VIEW Not seen to best effect when fourth of 10 in handicap at Redcar (8f, good to soft, 11/2) when last seen, left poorly placed. Off 6 months but has gone well fresh before TFRHHHHI BHA73

2024: PEARL EYE 4 9 8 Jason Watson 6-1 (Darryll Holland) 6 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6, 7.

Stewards Note: ON THE RIVER: Following its run on 17/4/2025 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

ZOFFANDIA: Following its run on 8/3/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed and ran too free.

PROBABLE S.P.’s 3-1 On The River (GB), 4-1 Partisan Hero (IRE), 9-2 Superposition (GB), 15-2 Leadenhall (GB), 9-1 Westernesse (IRE), 11-1 Zoffandia (IRE), 16-1 Theme Park (GB), 20-1 Borgi (IRE)

THE TIMEFORM VIEW ON THE RIVER is a likeable type who was beaten only by one who was allowed plenty of rope on his reappearance at Ripon and is a solid choice to go one better Partisan Hero is in a stronger handicap than for either of his 2 recent wins but is respected in his hat-trick bid all the same, with Leadenhall also of interest given he’s capable of going well fresh.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ON THE RIVER 2.PARTISAN HERO (IRE) 3.LEADENHALL

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THE TUFFA BOOTS SUPPORTS THE NHC HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £10000 x Declared Runners 8 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234)

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |

Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (34 wins from 342 runners, 10%) runs MISTER SOX

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 77 runners, 10%) runs MISTER SOX

Longest Traveller: ZIP IT UP trained by R Hannon, Marlborough, 204 miles.

1 ZIP IT UP (IRE) (129) 12- D

4 9-11 (5)

Br B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Button Down Sam Hitchcott J

O Barnane Stud & Owen Heffer Richard Hannon, Marlborough T

B Barnane Stud Ltd

Br Breeding J Jockey

O Owner T Trainer

B Breeder S Sponsor

7 KODIAC THRILLER (IRE) (200) 442300- 4 9-6 (7)

Br B g Kodiac - Stage Name Jack Garritty J

O Rads Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T B Stage Name Partnership Mark Walford Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW Last of 8 in handicap (20/1) at Chelmsford City (6f), slowly away. Off 6 months. Something to prove on debut for new yard TFRHHIII BHA75

TFRHHHHI BHA80

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising individual who made a winning start at Kempton (6f) in September. Wasn’t seen to best effectwhen second of4 in novice at Lingfield (6f,AW)when last seen in December and remains with potential on handicap debut.

2 ROCK OPERA (GB) (13) 00320-0 D 5 9-9 (6)

Br B g Unfortunately (IRE) - Broughtons Jewel (IRE) Oisin Orr J

O John Rhodes & Peter Timmins Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Broughton Bloodstock Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW 7/1, below form seventh of 13 in handicap at Ripon (6f, good to firm) 13 days ago. Others preferred. TFRHHIII BHA78

3 WRECK IT RYLEY (IRE) (18) 31040-1 D 5 9-8 (2)

Br Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) - Bucks Frizz (IRE) Sam James J

O Mr A J Smith Alan Brown, Malton T

B Doc Bloodstock Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form, in first-time visor, when winning 9-runner handicap (7/2) at Thirsk (6f, good to firm) 18 days ago, comfortably. 6lb higher now but must enter calculations. TFRHHHII BHA77

4 AMERICAN BAY (GB) (13) 5415-60 D 4 9-8 (1)

Br Ch g New Bay - All I Need (IRE) David Nolan J

O Mike Taylor & Partner Paul Midgley, Westow T

B D. J. and Mrs Deer

8 MISTER SOX (GB) (21) 42544-1 D 5 9-3 (4)

Br Ch g Pivotal - Crowning Glory (FR) Sean Kirrane J

O Huggymac Racing & Ptnr Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Car Colston Hall Stud York Van Centre Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged third victory at Catterick (all 3 career wins have come there) when making a successful return in 11-runner handicap (6f, good) 21 days ago. 5lb higher now but is not out of things. TFRHHHII BHA72

2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Visor worn by No 3, 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 8.

Stewards Note: ZIP IT UP: Following its run on 22/12/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed round the bend.

AMERICAN BAY: Following its run on 17/4/2025 it was reported that the horse became unbalanced on undulations.

PROBABLE S.P.’s 9-4 Kats Bob (GB), 11-4 Zip It Up (IRE), 5-1 Mister Sox (GB), 11-2 Wreck It Ryley (IRE), 18-1 Rock Opera (GB), 33-1 American Bay (GB), Kodiac Thriller (IRE), 40-1 Another Investment (IRE)

THE TIMEFORM VIEW KATS BOB is thriving for Ruth Carr and carries no penalty for his latest victory at Thirsk. He can extend his winning run. Zip It Up and Wreck It Ryley are feared most.

Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Last of 13 in handicap (13/2) at Ripon (6f, good to firm) 13 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter. TFRHHIII BHA77

5 ANOTHER INVESTMENT (IRE) (18) 2033-00 D 6 9-7 (8)

Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Mitzi Winks (USA) Faye McManoman J

O Rakjam & Partner Nigel Tinkler, Malton T

B Coseda Ltd Alexanders York S

TIMEFORM VIEW Two wins from 41 Flat runs. Twenty runs since last win in 2023. Twelfth of 13 in handicap at Thirsk (7f, good, 33/1) 18 days ago. Hard to fancy TFRHIIII BHA76

6 KATS BOB (GB) (8) 2-01111 D 7 9-6 (3)

Br Ch g Bobby’s Kitten (USA) - Dreaming of Stella (IRE) William Pyle (3) J

O Colin Dorman and Tommy Dorman Ruth Carr, Stillington T

B S. Rudolf William Hill S

TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to taste defeat for new yard and found further improvement when taking 9-runner handicap at Thirsk (6f, good, 9/2) 8 days ago, keeping on well. Can race off same mark here and holds strong claims. TFRHHHHH BHA75 (+6)

HBLB

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £170,123 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 29th March to 22nd June 2025.

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THE TRUSTEES OF THE NATIONAL HORSERACING COLLEGE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7000 x Declared Runners 11 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2890, 2nd £1446, 3rd £722, 4th £361, 5th £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK | FACTS | FANCIES | FORM | STATS |

Leading course trainer (20-25): D O’Meara (22 wins from 140 runners, 16%) runs SPRING FESTIVAL

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D O’Meara (2 wins from 40 runners, 5%) runs SPRING FESTIVAL

Longest Traveller: GOOD EYE trained by W G M Turner, Sherborne, 229 miles.

1 GOOD EYE (IRE) (15) 300 4 9-9 (10)

Br B f Expert Eye - Positive Vibration (IRE) Tom Kiely-Marshall (5) J

O The Upt North Darn South Syndicate Bill Turner, Sherborne T

B Ringfort Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 150/1, ninth of 13 in maiden at Kempton (7f) 15 days ago. Improvement required on handicap debut. TFRHHIII BHA55

2 SPRING FESTIVAL (GB) (225) 006064- 4 9-7 (5)

Br B g Territories (IRE) - Kammaan David Nolan J

O The LAM Partnership David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Pinnacle Bloodstock Ltd Pinnacle Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Respectable fourth of8 in handicap (17/2) at Newcastle (12.4f). Off7 months. Significantly back down in trip. Not out of things. TFRHHHII BHA53

3 ODD SOCKS HAVANA (GB) (8) 626620 D 7 9-5 (7)

Br B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Hamloola David Allan J

O Group Equine Racing IX Seb Spencer, Malton T

B The Hamloola Partnership Eco-Power Racing, New Group Equine Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fourteen runs since lastwin in 2024. 25/1, respectable seventh of13 in handicap at Thirsk (7f, good) 8 days ago. Others preferred. TFRHHIII BHA51 (-1)

4 MICKEY MONGOOSE (GB) (22) 514340 D 5 9-5 (3)

Br B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Midnight Crossing (IRE) Cam Hardie J

O Mr Danny Ablott Mr Olly Williams Olly Williams, Market Rasen T

B Pursuit of Success LLC Olly Williams Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Southwell in February and arrives on back of creditable seventh of 13 in handicap (11/2) at same course (8.1f) 22 days ago, going off too hard. Respected. TFRHHHHI BHA51

5 PENNY GHENT (GB) (158) 300426- 5 9-2 (2)

Br Gr m Pastoral Pursuits - Velvet Band Andrea Pinna (7) J

O Mr Andrew Sparks Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft T

B Hellwood Stud Farm & G. P. Clarke Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Below par latest but had posted good second at Redcar (8f) previously and remains feasibly treated. Warrants respect TFRHHHII BHA48

6 FIRST ENCOUNTER (GB) (18) 25015-0 D 4 9-1 (8)

Br B g Le Brivido (FR) - Miss Meticulous P. J. McDonald J

O The LAM Partnership John Gallagher, Moreton-In-Marsh T

B Pinnacle Bloodstock Ltd Pinnacle Bloodstock Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 11 in handicap at Nottingham (8.3f, good, 16/1) 18 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals. TFRHHHII BHA47

Br Breeding J Jockey

O Owner T Trainer

B Breeder S Sponsor

7 LIKEASHADOW (IRE) (6) 00-000P D 4 9-0 (6)

Br B g James Garfield (IRE) - Rhigolter Rose (IRE) Sam James J

O Mr Scott McMillan & Mr Alan Brown Alan Brown, Malton T

B Rathbarry Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty one runs since last win in 2023. 22/1, pulled up in handicap at Beverley (8.4f, good to firm) 6 days ago, slowly away Makes limited appeal. TFRHIIII BHA46

8 TIBERIO FORCE (GB) (188) 663400- 6 9-0 (9)

Br Gr g Lethal Force (IRE) - Rio’s Rosanna (IRE) Ben Sanderson J

O Mr JC Clayton & Mr A Melville Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft T

B Mr James Marshall & Mr Chris Marshall

TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 28 Flat runs. Twenty three runs since last win in 2022. 22/1, last of 11 in handicap at Nottingham (10.2f, heavy). Off 6 months. Down in trip. Needs a couple of these to falter TFRHHIII BHA46

9 TOP GUN TINA (GB) (54) 404036 5 8-13 (4)

Br B m Mondialiste (IRE) - Vera Richardson (IRE) Joe Fanning J

O Mr Kevin Kirkup David Thompson, Darlington T

B J. J. Davies & K. Kirkup The Osteopath Kevin Kirkup S

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 16 Flat runs. 7/1, sixth of 8 in minor event at Newcastle (8f) 54 days ago. Others more appealing. TFRHHHII BHA45

10 ANIFICAS BEAUTY (IRE) (10) 4460-02 6 8-13 (11)

Br B m Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Khajool (IRE) Jason Hart J

O Mr P. Winks Peter Winks, Barnsley T B Wardstown Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on reappearance effort when close second of 11 in handicap at Southwell (11.1f, 33/1) 10 days ago. Drops down further in trip here but looks a likely player. TFRHHHHH BHA43 (+6)

11 CURIOUS MRS FOX (GB) (3) 500-000 4 8-13 (1)

Br B f Dragon Dancer - Crimson Skies (IRE) Laura Coughlan (3) J

O The Red and White Stripes David Thompson, Darlington T

B John Joseph Davies

TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 8 in handicap at Wetherby (7f, good to firm, 33/1) 3 days ago. Work to do. TFRHIIII BHA41

2024: SHE’S GOT BOTTLE 5 9 11 Daniel Tudhope 9-4 (Roger Fell & Sean Murray) 12 ran Visor worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6.

Stewards Note: LIKEASHADOW: Following its run on 24/4/2025 it was reported that the horse’s saddle slipped.

PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-2 Anificas Beauty (IRE), 5-1 Mickey Mongoose (GB), 10-1 Spring Festival (GB), Odd Socks Havana (GB), Top Gun Tina (GB), 11-1 Penny Ghent (GB), 12-1 First Encounter (GB), 16-1 Good Eye (IRE), 33-1 Likeashadow (IRE), 40-1 Tiberio Force (GB), Curious Mrs Fox (GB)

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THE TIMEFORM VIEW ANIFICAS BEAUTY has been cut plenty of slack by the handicapper and posted much her best effort for this yard when runner-up at Southwell last time. She gets the nod. Mickey Mongoose and Penny Ghent can also make their presence felt.

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.50 - THE FLEET FINDERS SUPPORTS THE NATIONAL HORSERACING COLLEGE EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4320 to the winning horse The second to receive £2028, the third £1014 and the fourth £507. for novice three yrs old and upwards, which are E.B.F. eligible. Enter by noon, April 24th and pay £20 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 28th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 13lb; fillies 8st 8lb 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). FLEET FINDERS have generously sponsored this race in support of The National Horseracing College and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition they will present a cash prize to the stable employee, judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 12 entries at £20. - Closed April 24th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3414; Second £1706; Third £854; Fourth £426. (Penalty Value £4320) SS SEE PAGE 4 FOR THIS RACE. Second Race 2.22 - THE RACING TV CLUB DAY EBF MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4860 to the winning horse The second to receive £2281, the third £1141 and the fourth £570. for maiden two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, April 24th and pay £25 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 28th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race A memento will be presented to the owner of the winner of this race In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries at £25. - Closed April 24th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3840; Second £1920; Third £960; Fourth £480. (Penalty Value £4860) SS

SEE PAGE 6 FOR THIS RACE.

Third Race 2.57 - THE WELCOME RACING TV MEMBERS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5400 to the winning horse The second to receive £2535, the third £1268 and the fourth £634. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 59-78 (also open to such horses rated 79 and 80; such horses rated 58 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £25 stake if the horse is rated 59 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 58 or lower with £20 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 28th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 19th, 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 presented to the stable employee judged to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 11 entries at £25. - Closed April 24th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (Penalty Value £5400) SS

SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.

Fourth Race 3.32 - THE NATIONAL HORSERACING COLLEGE 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 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 28th Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 19th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The National Horseracing College 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 11 entries at £20 - Closed April 24th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

Fifth Race 4.05 - THE NARS SUPPORTS THE NHC HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £25 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £20 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 28th Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 19th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. NARS have generously sponsored this race in support of The National Horseracing College and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition they will present a cash prize to the stable employee, judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 16 entries at £25. - Closed April 24th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

Sixth Race 4.38 - THE TUFFA BOOTS SUPPORTS THE NHC HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 59-78 (also open to such horses rated 79 and 80; such horses rated 58 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £25 stake if the horse is rated 59 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 58 or lower with £20 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 28th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 19th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. TUFFA BOOTS have generously sponsored this race in support of The National Horseracing College and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race. In addition they will present a cash prize to the stable employee, judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries at £25 - Closed April 24th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

Seventh Race 5.10 - THE TRUSTEES OF THE NATIONAL HORSERACING COLLEGE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-58 (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 28th Lowest weight 8st 11lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 19th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. THE TRUSTEES OF THE NATIONAL HORSERACING COLLEGE have generously sponsored this race in support of The National Horseracing College and will present a memento to the owner of the winner of this race In addition they will present a cash prize to the stable employee, judged by them to be in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 19 entries at £20. - Closed April 24th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

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