Ripon Racecard - Wednesday 2nd June

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TODAY’S RACING

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FIRST RACE 5.50pm

British Stallion Studs EBF Novice Stakes (GBB Race)

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SECOND RACE 6.20pm

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THIRD RACE 6.55pm

Yorkshire Accountants Ripon Handicap Stakes

Ripon Farm Services Handicap Stakes

18 22

FOURTH RACE 7.30pm

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SIXTH RACE 8.30pm

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SEVENTH RACE 9.00pm

Weatherbys Personalised Gifts Handicap Stakes

FIFTH RACE 8.00pm Ripon Races Supports Racing Welfare Handicap Stakes

Titanium Racing Club Novice Stakes

Philip Sullivan Memorial Handicap Stakes

BETTING RING MANAGER Malcolm Hart COMMENTATOR

INFORMATION

Darren Owen MANAGING DIRECTOR & CLERK OF THE COURSE James Hutchinson CLUB SECRETARY Andrew Hutchinson PATRONS Colin Armstrong CMG, OBE David Wilmot-Smith MBE

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TRACKFACTS

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Good evening and welcome to Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse!

It was wonderful to finally be able to open our gates to racegoers last Thursday and some great racing, coupled with the excellent weather, made for a very pleasant afternoon. Fingers crossed for more of the same this evening.

Our feature race this evening is the Weatherbys Personalised Gifts Handicap over 6f at 7.30 and there are no fewer than six previous course and distance winners in the line-up with 16 wins here between them!

Marks Choice, Flying Pursuit and Bossipop lead the way with four wins each and Citron Major has two. Gunmetal won the 2018 William Hill Great St Wilfrid and I’m A Dreamer won at our first Behind Closed Doors meeting last year.

It will be fascinating to see who comes out on top this evening.

Of course, there are still some restrictions in place around the racecourse and we ask that you respect those both for your own safety and the safety and comfort of others. We hope that you have a thoroughly enjoyable evening with us and we hope to see you again for our double header in a fortnight with racing on Wednesday evening 16th June and Ladies’ Day on Thursday 17th June.

Best regards.

JAMES HUTCHINSON Managing Director

TRACKFACTS A right-handed oval track, one

1m 1f 170y 1m 1f 1m 1m 2f 190y

mile five furlongs in extent, which

5f

1m 4f 10y

joins the straight course five

1m 6f

2m

6f

2m 1f 203y

Grandstand

furlongs from the finish.

The undulations in the straight do not favour big galloping types.

TOP COURSE TRAINERS TOP COURSE TRAINERS LEADING TRAINERS AT RIPON (2016-2021) WITH RUNNERS: T EASTERBY (59 wins from 461 runners, 13%) runs ATOMIC LADY (5.50), KENTUCKY KITTEN (6.20), IMPELLER (6.55), BOSSIPOP and FLYING PURSUIT (7.30), CONTREBASSE (8.00), EAST STREET REVUE (9.00).

R FAHEY (45 wins from 298 runners, 15%) runs PRINCESS LAYAN (6.20), OSCILLATES (8.30), POWERALLIED (9.00).

D O’MEARA (40 wins from 277 runners, 14%) runs BENZEMA (5.50), ESTAD (6.20), BRAZEN BELLE and GENERAL SAGO (6.55), COASE (7.30), STONIFIC (8.00).

M JOHNSTON (31 wins from 209 runners, 15%) runs ELUSIVE ARTIST (6.20), PERFECT TIMES (6.55), JUSTIFIED (8.00), HARLEM SOUL (8.30).

TRAINERS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: T EASTERBY (10 wins from 73 runners, 14%) runners listed above.

D O’MEARA (7 wins from 56 runners, 12%) runners listed above.

K DALGLEISH (7 wins from 40 runners, 18%) runs THE THIN BLUE LINE (6.55).

J J QUINN (4 wins from 31 runners, 13%) runs EMPIRESTATEOFMIND (6.20).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS TOP COURSE JOCKEYS LEADING JOCKEYS AT RIPON (2016-2021) WITH RIDES: DAVID ALLAN (39 wins from 235 rides, 17%) rides ATOMIC LADY (5.50), KENTUCKY KITTEN (6.20), IMPELLER (6.55), BOSSIPOP (7.30), CONTREBASSE (8.00), EAST STREET REVUE (9.00).

FRANNY NORTON (20 wins from 110 rides, 18%) rides ELUSIVE ARTIST (6.20), PERFECT TIMES (6.55), JUSTIFIED (8.00), HARLEM SOUL (8.30), SAM’S CALL (9.00).

P J MCDONALD (18 wins from 131 rides, 14%) rides PHINOW (5.50), THE THIN BLUE LINE (6.55), I AM A DREAMER (7.30).

TONY HAMILTON (16 wins from 119 rides, 13%) rides TEES SPIRIT (6.55), OSCILLATES (8.30), POWERALLIED (9.00).

JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: KIERAN SHOEMARK (7 wins from 27 rides, 26%) rides ARIEL (6.20), ROYAL MUSKETEER (6.55), BARN OWL (8.30).

TOM MARQUAND (7 wins from 63 rides, 11%) rides HE’S A GENTLEMAN (5.50), GENERAL SAGO (6.55), TREACHEROUS (7.30), CHOCOLATE BOX (8.00), BABINDI (8.30).

JASON HART (4 wins from 44 rides, 9%) rides EMPIRESTATEOFMIND (6.20), GUNMETAL (7.30).

DAVID ALLAN (4 wins from 41 rides, 10%) rides listed above.

WEIGHTWATCHER WEIGHTWATCHER The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 7.30 CITRON MAJOR (won off 89 down 5lb to 84); 9.00 EAST STREET REVUE (won off 74 down 4lb to 70); HARROGATE (won off 77 down 14lb to 63); POWERALLIED (won off 83 down 14lb to 69).

CLASSY TIPS

The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 5.50 COBRA KAI (down 3 grades); 5.50 HE’S A GENTLEMAN (down 2); 6.20 SALSOUL (down 2 grades); 8.00 CHOCOLATE BOX (down 2 grades); 8.30 HARLEM SOUL (down 2 grades); 9.00 SAM’S CALL (down 2 grades).

LONGEST TRAVELLERS

BARN OWL (8.30) trained by R Charlton, Beckhampton, distance of 224 miles.

PHINOW (5.50), ARIEL (6.20), ROYAL MUSKETEER (6.55) trained by C Hills, Lambourn, distance of 211 miles. TREACHEROUS (7.30) trained by E De Giles, Ledbury, distance of 197 miles. THE THIN BLUE LINE (6.55) trained by K Dalgleish, Carluke, distance of 178 miles. BABINDI (8.30) trained by W Haggas, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles.

CHOCOLATE BOX (8.00) trained by M Loughnane, Kidderminster, distance of 165 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 31st May.

TODAY’S TIPS RACE

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HE’S A GENTLEMAN displayed plenty of promise on his debut at Ascot on soft ground and the £105,000 purchase gets the vote to shed his maiden tag at the second time of asking. Atomic Lady has been knocking on the door on her two outings and demands respect with a 5lb allowance now opposing the colts, while Hello Jumbo is a half-brother to the classy sprinter Major Jumbo and warrants interest on debut.

WIN: HE’S A GENTLEMAN

RACE

2

ARIEL despatched his rivals relatively cosily at Kempton on his previous outing and it would be somewhat of a surprise if a 4lb rise prevents him from recording successive victories should we see a similar level of form. Despite not completely sticking his neck out, the Exceed And Excel colt finished with purpose to stretch clear down the outside and he’s preferred to Salsoul, who could be able to capitalise on a workable mark after being dropped 4lb for a lacklustre reappearance run at Chester. The Sedberghian has been tough to keep out of the frame on all three of his starts and he can sneak minor money if returning from a break with a similar attitude.

WIN: ARIEL

RACE

3

DANGER: SALSOUL

TEES SPIRIT came agonizingly close to supplementing his C&D victory at Doncaster and, despite a further 4lb rise in the ratings, he looks the one to beat in this contest. There are a few potential dangers, however, including David O’Meara’s handicap debutant General Sago and the top-rated The Thin Blue Line, who was successful on the all-weather at Newcastle when last running in Class 5 company.

WIN: TEES SPIRIT

RACE

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6 7

DANGER: JUSTIFIED

This can go the way of BABINDI, who was an unlucky loser on her return at Newmarket before going under by a length at the line. The step up in trip is an unknown quantity for the daughter of Frankel but trainer William Haggas obviously thinks she will stay, and if she does then she ought to come home in front. Barn Owl lost a shoe and can be forgiven his fifth over the mile at Lingfield and has also had a breathing operation since, and he could show plenty of improvement now, yet Harlem Soul could be the main danger to the selection with this better ground likely to suit after a below-par effort on heavy going at Newmarket.

WIN: BABINDI

RACE

DANGER: FLYING PURSUIT

In an open race the marginal preference is for STONIFIC, who put in a promising display when finishing sixth in a competitive contest at York on his return to action 11 days ago. Justified failed to fire at Lingfield last time but is a player based on his previous victory at Chelmsford. Contrebasse is arguably the pick of the remainder, while Stormin Norman completes the shortlist.

WIN: STONIFIC

RACE

DANGER: GENERAL SAGO

Tim Easterby looks to have a couple of excellent chances here with Flying Pursuit, who won a Class 4 handicap over C&D last month, and BOSSIPOP. David Allan has seemingly opted to ride the latter, who made virtually all over 5f at Pontefract last Friday, and he could prove tough to beat under a 4lb penalty. Treacherous also warrants respect after running a blinder at Ascot last time.

WIN: BOSSIPOP

RACE

DANGER: HELLO JUMBO

DANGER: HARLEM SOUL

The more rain the better for Thirsk winner Lucky Beggar who strolled home that day by three lengths but with drying conditions expected he may not get the ground he needs to be seen at his best. HARROGATE seems to handle pretty much any going and won here in May before a solid third at Catterick on heavy ground. He has won off far higher marks in the past and on much faster going and will Billy Garritty keeping the ride, he could make it win number five this evening. Sam’s Call is one to watch on his return from 20 months off for Michael Easterby, but does drop in class and has been gelded since last seen in action.

WIN: HARROGATE

DANGER: LUCKY BEGGAR

HOW TO READ THE RACECARD 1

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Ch m Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Maid To Matter Owner: Mrs Lynne Lumley & Mr K Nicholson Trainer: David O’Meara, Nawton Sponsor: Conor J.C. Parsons & Brian M. Parsons

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Jockey: Graham Gibbons

600100 C Form: Breeder: D. J. Lumley (Builders)

TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced right back to best when landing Great St Wilfred for successive year running in August. No excuses in York Listed race last time and hasn’t stayed on previous tries over 7f.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 99

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Owner’s Colours (illustration) Saddle Cloth Number Name of Horse Sire Birthplace of Horse (if not GB) No. of Days since last ran Dam Age Weight (st lbs) Draw Form Guide Owner

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13 Trainer & location of training establishment 14 Breeder 15 Sponsor (If relevant) 16 Form / = New Season - = New Year Bold type shows all weather form C = Course Winner D = Distance Winner CD = Course & Distance Winner BF = Beaten Favourite 17 Jockey

STAR RATING EXPLAINED Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below: HHHHH Selected to win the race.

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

OFFICIAL BHA RATING The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability.

The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).

The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.

LAST TIME WE MET

THURSDAY 27TH MAY 2021 IT WAS FANTASTIC TO WELCOME BACK RACEGOERS FOR LAST WEEK’S MEETING AND THEY WERE TREATED TO SOME EXHILARATING ACTION ON THE TRACK, AS THE TRAINER AND JOCKEY COMBINATION OF TIM EASTERBY AND DAVID ALLAN TEAMED UP FOR A DOUBLE ON THE SEVEN-RACE CARD. Easterby and Allan actually brought up their double in the feature race of the afternoon, the Ripon Cathedral Handicap, as Fishable recorded his third success over course and distance.

The gelding had won back-to-back races here last season and enjoyed the return to Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse as he showed a good attitude to get back to winning ways. David Allan had set out to make all onboard the four-year-old but Fishable raced keenly and looked vulnerable as Scottish Summit travelled into contention over a furlong out. However, Fishable had beaten Scottish Summit in his previous two victories here and he battled back to come out on top again by half a length.

The first winner on the card for Easterby and Allan had come in the Titanium Racing Club Handicap, with Wildcitydiva also putting up a tough performance as she rallied for success having been headed. The filly had been tried over longer distances in her two previous runs of the season and she enjoyed the drop back in trip to get off the mark this time around. She was ridden to take the lead over two furlongs from home but dug deep when the favourite Wholelotafun got past her, finding plenty in reserve to win going away by a length and a quarter in the end.

There was also a double on the afternoon for apprentice jockey Mark Crehan and he showed his skills in the saddle with a well-judged ride from the front onboard Thornaby Pearl in the Visit ripon-races.co.uk Handicap. Thornaby Pearl was improving on his third-place finish at Pontefract the previous month and Crehan made a quick start with the three-year-old track across from his draw in stall four. He was then not catching after kicking for home two furlongs out, going on to score by a length and a quarter.

Crehan brought up his second win of the day with Arthur’s Realm in the Follow @RiponRaces On Twitter Novice Stakes, this time having to employ opposite tactics after his mount was slowly away.

However, Crehan did not panic and took his time with the three-year-old, timing his challenge to hit the front inside the final furlong before just holding off Broomy Law by a neck with the pair well clear of the rest of the field.

Earlier on the card, Furzig was a stylish winner of the Sky Sports Racing 415 Handicap under a confident ride by Paul Hanagan. Trained by Richard Fahey, Furzig had been in good form on the all-weather over the winter and and built on his third-place finish at Thirsk earlier in the month to gain his second success on turf. The six-year-old was held up at the rear of the field by Hanagan but could be spotted travelling strongly and he quickened up nicely to go from last to first, keeping on well to win by three quarters of a length.

The opening race of the day, the British Stallion Studs EBF Fillies’ Novice Stakes, also saw an impressive victory as Jersey Rose won by three and a half lengths on her second racecourse start for David O’Meara. She stepped up on her debut at Thirsk over an extra furlong here, always up with the pace under David Nolan before powering away for a comfortable victory.

There was a thrilling finish to the finale as Van Gerwen bounced back to form to win the Skelton Handicap by a neck for Paul Midgley. The eight-year-old’s last win had came over course and distance last summer and he got his head back in front again in determined fashion, getting the better of dual to the line with Refuge. The pair went head-to-head in the final furlong and it was Van Gerwen who found extra for Ben Robinson to narrowly get the verdict, with only another neck back to the favourite Quanah in third.

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RACE DESCRIPTION

FIRST RACE 5.50 THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) For novice two yrs old Total race value £6050 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2582; Second £1290; Third £646; Fourth £322.

(Penalty Value £3266.99) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 30) No

1

FIVE FURLONGS

This five furlongs novice stakes is restricted to two-year-olds, which are E.B.F. eligible, but in order to take part all of the runners must meet certain condiGons. Unlike a maiden, which is restricted to horses yet to record a victory, winning horses which have run in a maximum of six races are eligible to run. Weights are set according to sex before previous winners are allocated penalGes depending on the level at which they have been successful.

RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 0.00 secs RECORD TIME 57.80 secs

Horse

st

BENZEMA (GB) (32)

B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Al Mahmeyah Owner: Mr Hamad Rashed Bin Ghedayer Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

lb

Draw

9 5

(4)

Jockey: David Nolan Form: 4 Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW 12/1, fourth of 6 in maiden at Doncaster (5f, good) on debut 32 days ago. Should improve.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

2

COBRA KAI (IRE) (20)

B c Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Hala Hala (IRE) Owner: Daniel Shapiro & David Clifford Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham

9 5

Jockey: Graham Lee Form: 40 Breeder: Tinnakill Bloodstock

(2)

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. Tenth of 11 in maiden at York (6f, good, 100/1) 20 days ago.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

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HE’S A GENTLEMAN (IRE) (25)

B c Dark Angel (IRE) - Cut No Ice (IRE) Owner: Owen Rothwell Studholme Trainer: Tom Dascombe, Malpas Sponsor: NAF

9 5

Jockey: Tom Marquand Form: 4 Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud

(5)

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth of 6 in minor event (12/1) at Ascot (5f, so•) on debut 25 days ago, slowly away.

This looks an easier assignment and he’s open to progress.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

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HELLO JUMBO (GB) (-)

5

PHINOW (IRE) (12)

9 5

(7)

9 5

(3)

Gr c Brazen Beau (AUS) - Gone Sailing Jockey: Megan Nicholls Owner: Mr T. A. Rahman Form: Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Breeder: D. R. Bo·erill Sponsor: Kevin Ryan Racing Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 4. £22,000 yearling, Brazen Beau colt. Half-brother to several winners, including smart winner up to 6f Major Jumbo and useful 2-y-o 6f winner Uncle Jumbo. Dam unraced.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating B c Mehmas (IRE) - Patience A Plenty (IRE) Owner: John and Jess Dance Trainer: Charles Hills, Lambourn Sponsor: Vertem Asset Management

Jockey: P. J. McDonald Form: 4 Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Fetched £120,000 at the breeze-ups. Promising individual. Fourth of 6 in minor event at Bath (5f, so•, 8/1) on debut 12 days ago. Should progress.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

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ROYAL EMERTHER (IRE) (8)

B c Mehmas (IRE) - Tifariti (USA) Owner: Mr R Kent & Mr B Barker Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn Sponsor: KB Spigot Ltd

Jockey: Harrison Shaw Form: 6 Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

9 5

(6)

TIMEFORM VIEW Sixth of 8 in minor event at Newcastle (5f, 11/2) on debut 8 days ago. Open to improvement.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

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ATOMIC LADY (FR) (6)

B f Kodiac - Fusion (IRE) Owner: Reality Partnerships II Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Jockey: David Allan Form: 32 BF Breeder: Floors Stud

9 0

(1)

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising type. 11/4, second of 10 in novice event at this course (6f, so•) 6 days ago, doing too much too soon. Open to progress. Player.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

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DECLARED RUNNERS 7

Betting Forecast: 3-1 Phinow (IRE), 7-2 He’s A Gentleman (IRE), Atomic Lady (FR), 13-2 Hello Jumbo (GB), 9-1 Benzema (GB), 10-1 Royal Emerther (IRE), 33-1 Cobra Kai (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

ATOMIC LADY has shaped well both starts so far, and given the speed she displayed over 6f here last week, the return to the minimum trip certainly won’t inconvenience her. Phinow cost six-figures as a breeze-up buy and offered plenty to work on at Bath, with He’s A Gentleman another once-raced likely improver.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ATOMIC LADY (FR) 2.PHINOW (IRE) 3.HE’S A GENTLEMAN (IRE)

RACE RESULT

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POSITION OF STALLS

STRAIGHT COURSE & 2 MILES ROUND COURSE 1 MILE 4 FURLONGS

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FIRST RACE

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SECOND RACE 6.20 THE YORKSHIRE ACCOUNTANTS RIPON HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) For three yrs old Total race value £6500 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2262; Second £1130; Third £566; Fourth £282; Fi•h £240; Sixth £240; Seventh £240; Eighth £240. (Penalty Value £2862) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 30) No

about ONE MILE RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 41.40 secs RECORD TIME 1 min 36.62 secs

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile handicap race for three-year-olds which have been rated from 51 to 70. In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap raGng which is based on their level of form shown so far.

The aim is to ensure compeGGve racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than a lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 40 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 130.

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ARIEL (IRE) (28)

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SALSOUL (IRE) (28)

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ELUSIVE ARTIST (IRE) (23)

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B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Garra Molly (IRE) Jockey: Kieran Shoemark Owner: Mr P. K. Siu Form: 00-031 Trainer: Charles Hills, Lambourn Breeder: Timothy J. Rooney Sponsor: Stonegate Homes TIMEFORM VIEW Promising type. Gelded, career best when winning 9-runner handicap (5/1) at Kempton (7f) 28 days ago. Good chance he’ll continue to progress and leading claims if proving as good on turf.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 71

B f Kodiac - Goldcrest Jockey: Andrew Ellio· Owner: Cliff Stud Limited Form: 22515-0 Trainer: David C. Griffiths, Bawtry Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud Sponsor: Cliff Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Won 6f Chelmsford nursery in August. Not beaten another rival in 2 runs since 8 months apart (le• Mark Johnston prior to reappearance 28 days ago). Significantly up in trip. Hooded for 1st time.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 71 Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Lady Pimpernel Owner: KINGSLEY PARK 15 Trainer: Mark Johnston, Middleham Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

Jockey: Franny Norton Form: 6210-4 Breeder: Ballylinch Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner. Off 7 months, fourth of 6 in handicap (9/2) at Lingfield (10f, AW) 23 days ago, slowly away. Scope for him to do better still.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 71

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EMPIRESTATEOFMIND (IRE) (25)

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(7)

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THE SEDBERGHIAN (IRE) (166)

9 5

(9)

B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Adore Jockey: Jason Hart Owner: Mr Ross Harmon Form: 64-0 Trainer: John Quinn, Malton Breeder: The Kathryn Stud Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Off 5 months/gelded, 8/1, seventh of 11 in minor event at Thirsk (8f, so•) 25 days ago, not ideally placed, not knocked about. Makes handicap debut. Interesting.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 68 B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Shirley Blake (IRE) Owner: Crowd Racing Partnership Trainer: Mike Sowersby, Malton

Jockey: Rowan Sco· Form: 133Breeder: Rathbarry Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced winner. Off 166 days. First run for yard a•er leaving Tim Fitzgerald. Makes handicap debut.

Needs to have settled down during her time off.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 68

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KENTUCKY KITTEN (IRE) (204)

B g Bobby’s Ki·en (USA) - Galistic (IRE) Owner: Mrs T. Whatley Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

9 5

Jockey: David Allan Form: 4446Breeder: Forenaghts Stud Farm Ltd

(1)

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Off 6 months/gelded. Could have a race or two in him this year.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 68

7

HAVANA PARTY (GB) (30)

Ch g Havana Gold (IRE) - Ferayha (IRE) Owner: Let’s Be Lucky Racing 27 Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

9 4

(8)

Jockey: Jamie Gormley Form: 003-0 Breeder: P. Balding, P. Wightman & P. Holmes

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Off 7 months/seventh of 8 in handicap at Beverley (7.4f, so•, 80/1) 30 days ago, slowly away. More needed.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 67

12

8

PRINCESS LAYAN (IRE) (15)

Ch f Sepoy (AUS) - Peppermint Green Owner: Sheikh Abdullah Almalek Alsabah Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Sponsor: Richard Fahey Racing

9 4

Jockey: Connor Murtagh (3) Form: 54-14 Breeder: Michael Shefflin

(5)

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Wolverhampton in January. Fourth of 6 in minor event (11/1) at NoÙngham (8.3f, so•) 15 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Could do better.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 67

DISTINCTION (IRE) (25)

Jockey: Harrison Shaw Form: 5342-00 Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

9 4

(2)

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden. Tenth of 11 in handicap (15/2) at NoÙngham (8.3f, heavy) 25 days ago.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 67

10 ESTAD (IRE) (23)

9 2

B g Dubawi (IRE) - Lily’s Angel (IRE) Owner: Mrs Clodagh Mitchell Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Jockey: David Nolan Form: 452 Breeder: Phillistown House Ltd

(3)

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 5/1, second of 6 in minor event at Catterick (7f, so•) 23 days ago, running on.

Suspect he has more to offer now handicapping.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 65 DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Hood worn first time by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5.

Stewards Note: SALSOUL: Following its run on 5/5/2021 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

THE SEDBERGHIAN: Following its run on 18/12/2020 it was reported that the horse ran too enthusiastically.

Betting Forecast: 13-8 Ariel (IRE), 8-1 Elusive Artist (IRE), Estad (IRE), 9-1 Empirestateofmind (IRE), Princess Layan (IRE), 14-1 The Sedberghian (IRE), 18-1 Distinction (IRE), 20-1 Kentucky Ki·en (IRE), 25-1 Salsoul (IRE), 66-1 Havana Party (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

ARIEL opened his account in good style at Kempton and can go in again a•er a 4lb rise, the step up in trip and return to turf both looking positives. Empirestateofmind and Estad are just a couple of potential improvers now they go handicapping.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ARIEL (IRE) 2.EMPIRESTATEOFMIND (IRE) 3.ESTAD (IRE)

RACE RESULT

RACE TIME

DISTANCE

1ST

3RD

2ND

4TH

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE A representative of Yorkshire Accountants Ripon will select the Best Turned out and present a trophy to winning connections of this race.

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B g Kodiac - Tajbell (IRE) Owner: Mrs Elaine M. Burke Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn Sponsor: KB Spigot Ltd

RACE DESCRIPTION

THIRD RACE 6.55

This is a six furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds which have been rated from 56 to 75.

To qualify for a handicap raGng horses must have run at least three Gmes in a Flat race in Britain, or have run in no more than two Flat races run in Britain and won at least one of them.

This raGng then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap. In simple terms a horse rated 75 in this parGcular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 70.

THE RIPON FARM SERVICES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) For three yrs old Total race value £6500 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2262; Second £1130; Third £566; Fourth £282; Fi•h £240; Sixth £240; Seventh £240. (Penalty Value £2862) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 30) No

1

SIX FURLONGS RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 13.00 secs RECORD TIME 1 min 09.09 secs

Horse

st

THE THIN BLUE LINE (IRE) (15)

B or Br c Mehmas (IRE) - Rahlah Owner: Middleham Park Racing LI & Partner Trainer: Keith Dalgleish, Carluke Sponsor: Ta·ersalls (Ireland) Ltd

Jockey: P. J. McDonald Form: 221-44 D Breeder: Cn Farm Ltd

lb

Draw

9 9

(4)

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner. Respectable fourth of 8 in handicap at NoÙngham (6.1f, so•, 3/1) 15 days ago.

Now 1lb lower and eased in class, he needs considering.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 77

2

BRAZEN BELLE (GB) (35)

3

GENERAL SAGO (IRE) (18)

9 7

(7)

9 7

(3)

B f Brazen Beau (AUS) - Pepper Lane Jockey: Sean Kirrane (5) Owner: Mr K. Nicholson Form: 6204-01 D Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Breeder: Kevin Nicholson Sponsor: Engineering Services North East Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 11-runner handicap (20/1) at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 35 days ago, always holding on. 4lb rise fair and claims if the ground is on the fast side. Yard also saddles General Sago.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 75 B g Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Why Now Owner: Mr F. Gillespie Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Jockey: Tom Marquand Form: 322 Breeder: Mrs Sandra McCarthy

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 5/1, second of 12 in minor event at Doncaster (6f, so•) 18 days ago.

Should have more to offer now going down the handicap route and he has to enter calculations.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 75

4

PERFECT TIMES (GB) (39)

B f Gleneagles (IRE) - Al Janadeirya Owner: Times of Wigan Trainer: Mark Johnston, Middleham Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

9 6

Jockey: Franny Norton Form: 41045-0 D Breeder: Times of Wigan Ltd

(1)

TIMEFORM VIEW Ninth of 10 in handicap (6/1) at Leicester (7f, good) 39 days ago and needs to bounce back in a major way.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 74

5

TEES SPIRIT (GB) (39)

6

ROYAL MUSKETEER (GB) (26)

9 6

(2)

9 4

(6)

Br g Swiss Spirit - Mistress Twister Jockey: Tony Hamilton Owner: Ingleby Bloodstock Ltd & The Ivy League Form: 060-12 CD Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay Breeder: Ingleby Bloodstock Ltd Sponsor: Sco· Bros Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner, successful over C&D in April. Very good second of 10 in handicap at Doncaster (6f, firm, 7/2) 39 days ago. Up another 4lb, but another bold show is on the cards.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 74 B c Acclamation - Queen’s Pearl (IRE) Owner: Mr Ziad A. Galadari Trainer: Charles Hills, Lambourn

Jockey: Kieran Shoemark Form: 415-0 D Breeder: Galadari Sons Stud Company Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner. 16/1, last of 13 in handicap at Ascot (6f, good to so•) 26 days ago.

Others make more appeal.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 72

7

IMPELLER (GB) (6)

9 2

(5)

B g Pivotal - Musical Beat (IRE) Jockey: David Allan Owner: D Sco· & Co (Pa·ern Makers) Ltd & Ptr Form: 000-104 D Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Ltd Sponsor: David Sco· & Co (Pa·ern Makers) Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Southwell in April. Bit below form fourth of 9 in handicap over this C&D (so•, 8/1) 6 days ago, running on. Minor place money is probably the best he can hope for.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 70 (-2)

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DECLARED RUNNERS 7 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.

Stewards Note: ROYAL MUSKETEER: Following its run on 7/5/2021 it was reported that the horse ran too freely.

Betting Forecast: 3-1 General Sago (IRE), 10-3 Tees Spirit (GB), 5-1 The Thin Blue Line (IRE), 13-2 Brazen Belle (GB), 8-1 Impeller (GB), 12-1 Perfect Times (GB), 14-1 Royal Musketeer (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

Gelded following a low-key 2-y-o campaign, TEES SPIRIT has looks a different proposition for new connections switched to handicaps this season, scoring over C&D on return in April and just touched off in his follow-up bid at Doncaster. He probably has more to offer and gets the nod ahead of handicap-debutant General Sago and the down-in-class The Thin Blue Line.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TEES SPIRIT 2.GENERAL SAGO (IRE) 3.THE THIN BLUE LINE (IRE) RACE TIME

DISTANCE

1ST

3RD

2ND

4TH

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE A representative of Ripon Farm Services will select the Best Turned out and present a trophy to winning connections of this race.

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FOURTH RACE 7.30 THE WEATHERBYS PERSONALISED GIFTS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) For four yrs old and upwards Total race value £12500 Owners Prize Money. Winner £5079; Second £2540; Third £1270; Fourth £635; Fi•h £318; Sixth £159. (Penalty Value £6442.50) Weights raised 4lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 30) No

SIX FURLONGS RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 13.00 secs RECORD TIME 1 min 09.09 secs

Horse

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a six furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 76 to 95. Once a horse has qualified for a handicap raGng this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced raGng whilst a strong performance could see the raGng increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap raGng has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty which is based on the age of the horse in this race.

lb

Draw

1

COMMANCHE FALLS (GB) (18)

Age

4

9 7

st

(9)

2

FLYING PURSUIT (GB) (18)

8

9 6

(5)

Br g Lethal Force (IRE) - Joyeaux Jockey: Connor Beasley Owner: Doug Graham, Ian Davison, Alan Drysdale Form: 0116-14 D BF Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington Breeder: Redgate BStock & Peter Bo·owley BStock Sponsor: Denton Hall Racing Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Returned with career best when winning 6-runner handicap at Ayr (6f, good to firm) in April.

Possibly unsuited by a heavy surface when below-form fourth at Thirsk since and could bounce back.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 90 Ch g Pastoral Pursuits - Choise·e Owner: Ontoawinner, M Hulin & Partner Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Sponsor: Ontoawinner

Jockey: Duran Fentiman Form: 5610-13 CD Breeder: Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth C&D win when seeing off 9 rivals on reappearance last month. Respectable third of 8 in handicap (17/2) at Thirsk (7f, heavy) since. Likely to be competitive. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 89

3

TREACHEROUS (GB) (26)

B g Paco Boy (IRE) - Black Baroness Owner: Woodham Walter Partnership Trainer: Ed de Giles, Ledbury Sponsor: Ed de Giles Racing

7

Jockey: Tom Marquand Form: 110-365 D Breeder: P. M. Hicks

9 4

(3)

TIMEFORM VIEW Good strike rate for a sprinter and won 5 times last season. Latest fifth of 18 at Ascot (6f, good to so•) creditable and he could play a prominent role here.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 87

4

BOSSIPOP (GB) (5)

5

COASE (GB) (236)

8

9 3(in 4lb ex) (1)

4

9 2

Ch g Assertive - Opopmil (IRE) Jockey: David Allan Owner: Mr Ambrose Turnbull Form: 25-0231 CD Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: Lady Whent Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways when making all at Pontefract last Friday but this 4-time C&D scorer will need a bit more if he’s to defy a penalty in this slightly higher grade.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 82 (+5) B g Zoffany (IRE) - Sharnberry Owner: Blessingndisguise Partnership Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Jockey: David Nolan Form: 102/3D Breeder: St Albans Bloodstock LLP

(8)

TIMEFORM VIEW Heavy-ground debut winner in 2019. Best run since when third of 10 in Kempton handicap on sole 2020 start. Has le• Hugo Palmer. Unexposed now seÙng out for yard which does well with new recruits.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 85

6

CITRON MAJOR (GB) (21)

Ch g Major Cadeaux - Citron Owner: Ms Sara Ha·ersley Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton Sponsor: Alexanders York

6

9 1

Jockey: Rowan Sco· Form: 000-200 CD Breeder: Bearstone Stud Ltd

(7)

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner but hasn’t built on his good reappearance second in 2 subsequent outings.

Needs a return to this venue to spark a revival.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 84

7

MARK’S CHOICE (IRE) (26)

5

8 12

(6)

B g Bungle Inthejungle - Ramamara (IRE) Jockey: Harrison Shaw Owner: Cragg Wood Racing Form: 0541-13 CD BF Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley Breeder: Northern Bloodstock Agency Ltd Sponsor: Tombar TIMEFORM VIEW Looked as good as ever when winning 14-runner C&D handicap on return in April. Backed that up with a good third to Flying Pursuit back here 22 days later. Thereabouts again.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 81

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8

GUNMETAL (IRE) (37)

Gr g Clodovil (IRE) - March Star (IRE) Owner: MrLaurenceO’Kane/HarrowgateBloodstockLtd Trainer: David Barron, Thirsk Sponsor: Kiwi T.B.

8

8 12

Jockey: Jason Hart Form: 3-64100 CD Breeder: Maurice Byrne

(4)

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Got his head back in front at Doncaster in March but has posted a couple of lesser Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 81 efforts since.

9

I AM A DREAMER (GB) (19)

B g Dream Ahead (USA) - Alexander Ballet Owner: Dab Hand Racing Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

5

8 12

Jockey: P. J. McDonald Form: 0344-35 CD Breeder: Bearstone Stud Ltd

(2)

TIMEFORM VIEW Has recorded a couple of creditable efforts this term and he’s now 1lb lower than when winning over C&D last summer. Another who can’t be discounted.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 81 DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Blinkers worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 6.

Stewards Note: GUNMETAL: Following its run on 26/4/2021 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Betting Forecast: 4-1 Bossipop (GB), 9-2 Commanche Falls (GB), 7-1 Mark’s Choice (IRE), 15-2 Flying Pursuit (GB), 9-1 Treacherous (GB), 10-1 Coase (GB), Gunmetal (IRE), I Am A Dreamer (GB), 16-1 Citron Major (GB)

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.COMMANCHE FALLS 2.TREACHEROUS 3.MARK’S CHOICE (IRE)

RACE RESULT

RACE TIME

DISTANCE

1ST

3RD

2ND

4TH

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE Nick Craven of Weatherbys will select the Best Turned out and present a trophy to winning connections of this race.

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All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post.

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FOURTH RACE

PLAY SMARTER

In a competitive sprint, a narrow vote goes the way of COMMANCHE FALLS, who was probably unsuited by very testing ground last time and is worth another chance to show he’s still on a good mark as his Ayr reappearance win looks solid. Treacherous and Mark’s Choice could be the pair to give him most to think about.

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RACE DESCRIPTION

FIFTH RACE 8.00

This is a two miles handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 56 to 75. Like most handicaps on the Flat this race is also open to horses that are rated below that parGcular band.

However, all handicaps sGpulate a minimum weight and no runner can carry less than that, irrespecGve of how low their raGng is.

This is o•en described as ‘running from out of the handicap’ and is considered a disadvantage.

THE RIPON RACES SUPPORTS RACING WELFARE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) For four yrs old and upwards Total race value £6500 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2262; Second £1130; Third £566; Fourth £282; Fi•h £240; Sixth £240.

(Penalty Value £2862) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 30) No

about TWO MILES RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 3 mins 31.80 secs RECORD TIME 3 mins 27.07 secs

Horse

Age

st

lb

Draw

1

STONIFIC (IRE) (11)

8

9 10

(4)

2

CHOCOLATE BOX (IRE) (26)

7

9 7

(3)

3

STORMIN NORMAN (GB) (26)

6

9 4

(1)

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Sapphire Pendant (IRE) Jockey: Sean Kirrane (5) Owner: Rasio Cymru 1 & Hurn Racing Club Form: 36655-6 D Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Breeder: Wertheimer & Frere Sponsor: Gain Equine Nutrition TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 2m winner at Beverley last summer. Caught the eye when sixth of 16 over 1 1/2m at York on reappearance. Now 2lb below last winning mark and big player back at optimum trip.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 77

B g Zoffany (IRE) - Chocolate Mauk (USA) Jockey: Tom Marquand Owner: Racing Facades Syndicate Form: 3/-52230 D Trainer: Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster Breeder: Lisieux Stud Sponsor: DML Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2018. In decent form on AW this spring but well held back on turf for the first time in a while at Ascot last month. Cheekpieces worn on that occasion quickly discarded.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 74 B g Sir Percy - Roses Owner: The Monday Club Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing

Jockey: Graham Lee Form: 133/11-6 C D Breeder: Copgrove Hall Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Course scorer who won both Flat start in 2020. Fit from hurdling not disgraced from too far back over C&D last month and capable of having a say.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 71

4

JUSTIFIED (GB) (8)

Br g Authorized (IRE) - Caribbean Dancer (USA) Owner: Mr Hugh Hart Trainer: Mark Johnston, Middleham Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

4

Jockey: Franny Norton Form: 350-316 Breeder: Mr H. C. Hart

9 2

(5)

TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways on Chelmsford’s polytrack in April but he ran below-par at Lingfield last week.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 69 (-1)

5

CONTREBASSE (GB) (15)

B g Champs Elysees - Viola da Braccio (IRE) Owner: The Harmonious Lot & Partner Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

6

8 13

Jockey: David Allan Form: 0040-25 D Breeder: Brook Stud Bloodstock Ltd

(2)

TIMEFORM VIEW Very good second of 8 on C&D return (good to so•) last month. Not in the same form at NoÙngham since but respected back at this venue.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 66

6

WYNFORD (IRE) (156)

8

8 4

(6)

Ch g Dylan Thomas (IRE) - Wishing Chair (USA) Jockey: Harrison Shaw Owner: Stoneleigh Racing Club Form: 5//030/00Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Breeder: Pier House Stud Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds TIMEFORM VIEW Little positives to draw from his efforts in varied events for Lucinda Egerton since returning to action last October but it’s possible a switch to Rebecca Menzies could spark a revival.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 57

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 Blinkers worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap, Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

Stewards Note: STORMIN NORMAN: Following its run on 7/5/2021 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

JUSTIFIED: Following its run on 25/5/2021 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Betting Forecast: 11-4 Stonific (IRE), 7-2 Stormin Norman (GB), 9-2 Contrebasse (GB), 5-1 Justified (GB), 11-2 Chocolate Box (IRE), 20-1 Wynford (IRE)

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PLAY SMARTER

This could provide a good chance for STONIFIC to build on an encouraging reappearance run at York with the step back up to 2m likely to be very much in his favour. Contrebasse could be the one for the forecast spot if bouncing back to the form he showed when runner-up here on his penultimate outing.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.STONIFIC (IRE) 2.CONTREBASSE 3.STORMIN NORMAN

RACE RESULT

RACE TIME

DISTANCE

1ST

3RD

2ND

4TH

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE A representative of Ripon Racecourse will select the Best Turned out and present a trophy to winning connections of this race.

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FIFTH RACE

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RACE DESCRIPTION

SIXTH RACE 8.30 THE TITANIUM RACING CLUB NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) For novice three yrs old and upwards ONE MILE, TWO FURLONGS ABOUT 190 YARDS Total race value £5300 RACEFORM Owners Prize Money. Winner £2262; Second £1130; Third £566; Fourth MEDIAN TIME £282. (Penalty Value £2862) Weights raised 5lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 2 mins 22.00 secs of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS RECORD TIME 2 mins 02.6 secs (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 30) No

This contest is another novice stakes, this Gme run over a distance of one mile, two furlongs about 190 yards. There are a variety of reasons why the three-year-olds and upwards in this race are sGll light on experience.

Stoutly-bred horses are unlikely to be seen at their best over the shorter distances of their juvenile season whilst a setback or injury can curtail even the most precociously bred horse’s two-year-old career.

lb

Draw

1

BARN OWL (GB) (75)

Horse

Age

3

9 5

st

(1)

2

HARLEM SOUL (GB) (224)

3

9 5

(3)

3

BABINDI (GB) (20)

3

9 0

(4)

4

OSCILLATES (GB) (-)

3

9 0

(2)

B c Frankel - Thistle Bird Jockey: Kieran Shoemark Owner: Nat Rothschild Form: 02-5 Trainer: Roger Charlton, Beckhampton Breeder: The Rt Hon Lord Rothschild Sponsor: Planet Nine Private Air Llc TIMEFORM VIEW Well-bred colt who has shown a fair level of ability in his 3 outings to date. Potential for better now stepping up to a trip which should suit on breeding. Has had wind surgery.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 82 Ch c Frankel - Giants Play (USA) Jockey: Franny Norton Owner: Teme Valley Form: 24Trainer: Mark Johnston, Middleham Breeder: Newsells Park Stud Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Second on 1 1/4m Pontefract debut (heavy) last October and perhaps not over those exertions when a well-held fourth at Newmarket 16 days later. Remains open to improvement.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating B or Br f Frankel - Bantu Jockey: Tom Marquand Owner: Sir P Vela Hon J Broughton Hon P Stanley Form: 340-2 Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket Breeder: New England Stud & Barton Stud Sponsor: Somerville Lodge Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form. Good reappearance second in 1m Newmarket handicap 20 days ago.

Open to further improvement and the one to beat now stepping back up in trip.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 78

B f Golden Horn - PivoÚng Jockey: Tony Hamilton Owner: Sheikh Abdullah Almalek Alsabah Form: Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Breeder: Mrs Sarah Hamilton Sponsor: Richard Fahey Racing TIMEFORM VIEW 70,000 gns Golden Horn half-sister to winner up to 1m Good Old Boy Lukey and 8.6f-1 1/4m winner Oakley Girl, both useful. Some paper appeal and needs keeping an eye on in the market.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating DECLARED RUNNERS 4 Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1.

Stewards Note: BARN OWL: Following its run on 19/3/2021 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Betting Forecast: 5-4 Babindi (GB), 5-2 Barn Owl (GB), 7-2 Harlem Soul (GB), 10-1 Oscillates (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

BABINDI’s Newmarket reappearance second is the best form on offer so she gets the nod for the William Haggas team. Barn Owl likely has a bigger performance in him now stepping up in trip and can follow the selection home.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BABINDI 2.BARN OWL 3.HARLEM SOUL

RACE RESULT

RACE TIME

DISTANCE

1ST

3RD

2ND

4TH

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BEST TURNED OUT HORSE A representative of Titanium Racing will select the Best Turned out and present a trophy to winning connections of this race.

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SEVENTH RACE 9.00 THE PHILIP SULLIVAN MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) For four yrs old and upwards Total race value £6500 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2262; Second £1130; Third £566; Fourth £282; Fi•h £240; Sixth £240; Seventh £240; Eighth £240. (Penalty Value £2862) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 30) No

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RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a five furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 51 to 70. Like all handicaps on today’s card this means that should a horse rated 70 take part they would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 65.

FIVE FURLONGS RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 0.00 secs RECORD TIME 57.28 secs

Horse

Age

JAMES WATT (IRE) (16)

B g Morpheus - Tomintoul Singer (IRE) Owner: Mr C. Priestley & Mr M. Hammond Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow Sponsor: J Priestley Transport Ltd

5

Jockey: Graham Lee Form: 34-2200 D Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

lb

Draw

9 9

st

(5)

TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty-seven runs since last win in 2018. Eighth of 10 in handicap at Carlisle (5f, heavy, 9/1) 16 days ago. Cheekpieces on first time in bid to end losing sequence.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 72

2

EAST STREET REVUE (GB) (22)

Ch g Pastoral Pursuits - Revue Princess (IRE) Owner: Mr S. A. Heley & Partner Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

8

9 7

Jockey: David Allan Form: 016-600 D Breeder: Habton Farms & Mr A. Heley

(7)

TIMEFORM VIEW Eighth of 10 in handicap at Beverley (5f, so•, 6/1) 22 days ago, missing break. Cheekpieces back on and he figures on a dangerous mark.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 70

3

POWERALLIED (IRE) (23)

B g Camacho - Kaplinsky (IRE) Owner: Dr Marwan Koukash Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Sponsor: Euromatech

8

Jockey: Tony Hamilton Form: 4000-55 D Breeder: John R. Jeffers

9 6

(4)

TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2019. 33/1, fi•h of 6 in handicap at Catterick (5f, good to so•) 23 days ago. Not easy to make a case for on recent efforts.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 69

4

JOSHUA R (IRE) (16)

B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Khobaraa Owner: MrM.Rozenbroek/HarrowgateBloodstockLtd Trainer: David Barron, Thirsk Sponsor: Kiwi T.B.

4

9 4

Jockey: Connor Beasley Form: 1000-00 D Breeder: Mr M. J. Rozenbroek

(2)

TIMEFORM VIEW 6/1, seventh of 10 in handicap at Carlisle (5f, heavy) 16 days ago. Drying ground probably in his favour.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 67

5

SAM’S CALL (GB) (600)

B g Finjaan - Winner’s Call Owner: Westy Partnership Trainer: Michael Easterby, Sheriff Hu·on

4

9 1

Jockey: Franny Norton Form: 4500/Breeder: M. W. Easterby

(1)

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Last of 9 in minor event at York (5f, so•, 25/1). Off 20 months.

Makes handicap debut and the market may tell a story.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 64

6

HARROGATE (IRE) (12)

Br g Society Rock (IRE) - Invincible Me (IRE) Owner: Zacava Racing Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow Sponsor: Parkdesigned Ltd

6

9 0

Jockey: Billy Garri·y (3) Form: 552213 CD BF Breeder: Mr P. O’Rourke

(3)

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Latest win here in May. 2/1, respectable third of 10 in handicap at Catterick (5f, heavy) 12 days ago. Not taken lightly.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 63

7

THRILLA IN MANILA (GB) (14)

B g Iffraaj - Tesary Owner: Ian Massheder & sandfield racing Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

5

8 11

Jockey: Ben Robinson Form: 40-6043 Breeder: Peter Winkworth

(8)

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2018. 7/1, respectable third of 15 in handicap at Ayr (6f, good to firm) 14 days ago. Well worth another try at 5f. Respected.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 60

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8

LUCKY BEGGAR (IRE) (25)

Gr g Verglas (IRE) - Lucky Clio (IRE) Owner: Mr D. Griffiths Trainer: David C. Griffiths, Bawtry

11 8 6

Jockey: Andrew Ellio· Form: 0-04631 D Breeder: Mrs Cherry Faeste

(6)

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved on recent efforts to win 10-runner handicap (9/2) at Thirsk (5f, so•) 25 days ago, Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 55 readily. Has to be taken seriously up 7lb.

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 7.

Running for the first time since Gelding No. 5.

Stewards Note: SAM’S CALL: Following its run on 11/10/2019 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by so• ground - would prefer it quicker.

Betting Forecast: 3-1 Harrogate (IRE), 10-3 Lucky Beggar (IRE), 9-2 Thrilla In Manila (GB), 15-2 East Street Revue (GB), 12-1 James Wa· (IRE), Joshua R (IRE), 25-1 Powerallied (IRE), Sam’s Call (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

THRILLA IN MANILLA hasn’t been with Paul Midgley long and the speed he displayed over 6f at Ayr a fortnight ago suggests he’s well worth another go over the minimum trip. He gets the vote at the main expense of stablemate Harrogate and in-form veteran Lucky Beggar.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.THRILLA IN MANILA 2.HARROGATE (IRE) 3.LUCKY BEGGAR (IRE)

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SEVENTH RACE

The family of the late Philip Sullivan will select the Best Turned out and present a trophy to winning connections of this race.

IN MEMORY OF P H I L I P S U L L I VA N 29

RACE CONDITIONS FIRST RACE 5.50 - THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3266 to the winning horse The second to receive £1533, the third £767 and the fourth £383. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible.

Enter by noon, May 27th and pay £30 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 31st. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 2lb; fillies 8st 11lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 4lb For each other race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £500 towards the prize money for this race. THE RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 18 entries at £30. - Closed May 27th, 2021.

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. SECOND RACE 6.20 - THE YORKSHIRE ACCOUNTANTS RIPON HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2862 to the winning horse The second to receive £1343, the third £672, the fourth £336, the fi•h £300, the sixth £300, the seventh £300 and the eighth £300. for three yrs old only, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72; such horses rated 50 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £26 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £21 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 31st. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 7lb Penalties, a•er May 22nd, 2021, for each race won 6lb. THE RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner.

In addition, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 22 entries, 1 at £5 and 21 at £26. - Closed May 27th, 2021.

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. THIRD RACE 6.55 - THE RIPON FARM SERVICES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2862 to the winning horse The second to receive £1343, the third £672, the fourth £336, the fi•h £300, the sixth £300 and the seventh £300. for three yrs old only, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £26 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £21 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 31st. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 7lb Penalties, a•er May 22nd, 2021, for each race won 6lb. RIPON FARM SERVICES LIMITED has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries at £26. - Closed May 27th, 2021.

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. FOURTH RACE 7.30 - THE WEATHERBYS PERSONALISED GIFTS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6442 to the winning horse The second to receive £3021, the third £1511, the fourth £755, the fi•h £377 and the sixth £188. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 76-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97; such horses rated 75 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 31st.

Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 7lb Penalties, a•er May 22nd, 2021, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. WEATHERBYS has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. The Race Incentive Fund, supported by the Horserace BeÚng Levy Board, provides for the inclusion of £1500 towards the prize money for this race. 19 entries, 1 at £12 and 18 at £60. - Closed May 27th, 2021.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. FIFTH RACE 8.00 - THE RIPON RACES SUPPORTS RACING WELFARE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2862 to the winning horse The second to receive £1343, the third £672, the fourth £336, the fi•h £300 and the sixth £300. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £26 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £21 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 31st. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 7lb Penalties, a•er May 22nd, 2021, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. THE RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner.

In addition a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 13 entries at £26. - Closed May 27th, 2021.

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. SIXTH RACE 8.30 - THE TITANIUM RACING CLUB NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2862 to the winning horse The second to receive £1343, the third £672 and the fourth £336. for novice three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, May 27th and pay £26 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 31st. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st; fillies 8st 9lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 10st; fillies 9st 9lb Penalties, for each Auction or Median Auction race won 5lb For each other race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). TITANIUM RACING CLUB has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 12 entries at £26. - Closed May 27th, 2021.

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. SEVENTH RACE 9.00 - THE PHILIP SULLIVAN MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £2862 to the winning horse The second to receive £1343, the third £672, the fourth £336, the fi•h £300, the sixth £300, the seventh £300 and the eighth £300. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72; such horses rated 50 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £26 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £5 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £21 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 31st. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 7lb Penalties, a•er May 22nd, 2021, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. THE FAMILY OF THE LATE PHILIP SULLIVAN have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 11 entries at £26. Closed May 27th, 2021.

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

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