Ripon Racecard - Saturday 29th April

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OFFICIAL PROGRAMME £3.00

OFFICIALS & WELCOME MEET THE TEAM

JAMES HUTCHINSON Managing Director

JANE HUTCHINSON Commercial Manager

CARL TONKS Head Groundsman

JONATHAN MULLIN Operations + Marketing

LIZ BARKER Racecourse Administrator

CHARLES YOUNG Raceday Administrator

SARA MARTIN Catering Manager

AMY RYAN Raceday Presenter

STEWARDS Chief Steward Alan Dempsey Stewards’ Panel Chair Neil Edminson Trainee Stewards’ Panel Chair Peter Forster Philippa Hardy, Chris Hill, Adrian Smith STARTERS Jason Callaghan, Ryan Colley JUDGE Di Clark CLERK OF THE SCALES Karl Curran EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS Rachel Kirtley, Graham Gray, Cyril Johnstone

TODAY’S RACING

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FIRST RACE 2:25pm The Black-A-Moor Inn Half A Mile Away EBF Restricted Novice Stakes (Qualifier) (Bands C & D) (GBB Race)

SECOND RACE 3:00pm The Hugh Martin Memorial EBF Restricted Novice Stakes (For horses In Bands A, B, C And D) (GBB Race)

VETERINARY OFFICER David Green

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THIRD RACE 3:35pm

VETERINARY SURGEONS Richard Sutcliffe, Sandy Baird

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FOURTH RACE 4:10pm

MEDICAL OFFICERS Dr Chris Harding, Dr Sam Foster, Dr John Adams

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FIFTH RACE 4:40pm

DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD Brian Beswick - 07831331102

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SIXTH RACE 5:15pm

BETTING RING MANAGER Malcolm Hart COMMENTATOR Tony Ennis MANAGING DIRECTOR James Hutchinson CLERK OF THE COURSE Jonathan Mullin CLUB SECRETARY Andrew Hutchinson PATRONS Colin Armstrong CMG, OBE David Wilmot-Smith MBE

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The Visit attheraces.com Handicap

The Ripon Silver Sprint Trophy Handicap

The M.C.H. Hutchinson Memorial Trophy Handicap

The Watch Sky Sports Racing In HD Handicap

SEVENTH RACE 5:50pm The Ripon Races Ladies Day 22nd June Handicap

INFORMATION

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TRACKFACTS

TODAY’S TIPS

CONTACT US: The Racecourse, Boroughbridge Road, Ripon, HG4 1UG. (01765) 530530

info@ripon-races.co.uk

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Good afternoon Ladies and Gentlemen and a welcome to Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse for Spring Family Day! It was great to get back into the swing of things at our season opener last Thursday and we’re looking forward to another great afternoon of racing today.

One of our feature races this afternoon is the M.C.H. Hutchinson Memorial Trophy Handicap at 4.40. The race has great significance for my family and I as it is run in memory of my father, Michael Hutchinson, who was directly involved with the running of the racecourse for over 50 years of his life. He contributed greatly to the racecourse and the City of Ripon and is sadly missed so this race is a fitting tribute to him.

We have music on the bandstand this afternoon from lively Latin band ‘Grupo Azucar’ and we have plenty of free activities for the children in the Course Enclosure with face painting, balloon modelling, arts and crafts with Angels and Butterflies, barrel train rides, a bouncy castle and giant slide for them to enjoy.

We hope you have a great day with us, and we hope to see you again in just under a fortnight on Friday 12th May for our first evening fixture of the season.

Very best regards.

JAMES HUTCHINSON Managing Director

WHERE TO EAT & DRINK

FRESH

Here at Ripon Racecourse we have the following locations where food can be obtained along with various Mobile Concessions

CLUB DINING ROOM

FRESH FRESH CAFE

CHAMPAGNE & SEAFOOD BAR

CAFE

SILKS & SADDLES BAR OWNERS & TRAINERS FOUNTAINS SELF SERVICE

WAKEMAN BUFFET COURSE BUFFET

SEAFOOD

FRESH CAFE

FRESH bistro

FRESH

FRESH

CAFE

HOT ROLLS

FRESH

FRESH

FRESH

FRESH

CAFE

JIM JOEL BAR THEAKSTONS TERRACE BAR

SEAFOOD

FRESH FRESH

CAFE

PIES

PIES

FRESH FRESH FRESH FRESH PIES

CAFE

HOT ROLLS SEAFOOD

FRESH CAFE

ALTERNATIVELY WHY NOT HAVE A MEAL IN OUR FULL SERVICE CLUB RESTAURANT… FRESH CAFE

Selection of Freshly made Sandwiches, Snacks, Hand Baked Cakes, Coffee and Tea Infusions, Chilled Minerals and Juices

FRESH

Selection of Carved Meats served in Speciality Breads with a variety of accompaniments and dressings

FRESH

Selection of Tasty Hot Pies and Pastries served with accompaniments

HOT ROLLS

PIES

FRESH SEAFOOD

Freshly prepared Seafood Platters Handmade Seafood Sandwiches, Strawberry Cups, Pimms and Champagne, Hot Daily Special

FRESH bistro

Roast of the Day, Selection of Fresh Hot Dishes, Side Dishes, Daily Hot Specials, Blue Plate Salads

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

LEADING TRAINERS AT RIPON (2018-2023) WITH RUNNERS: T EASTERBY (78 wins from 545 runners, 14%) runs SOUL SINGER (2.25), HYPERFOCUS & COPPER KNIGHT (4.10), DARK JEDI (4.40), GARDEN OASIS, POET’S DAWN & GIVE IT SOME TEDDY (5.15), BRAVEHEART BOY & SPIRIT OF APPLAUSE (5.50).

D O’MEARA (45 wins from 267 runners, 17%) runs TORVAR (2.25), BARENBOIM (3.35), NOMADIC EMPIRE (4.10), DARKNESS (5.15).

R FAHEY (35 wins from 241 runners, 15%) runs THREE YORKSHIREMEN (3.00), THE PREDICTOR (3.35), VINTAGE CLARETS (4.10), BLENHEIM BOY (5.15), BROOKLYN NINE NINE (5.50).

W HAGGAS (18 wins from 51 runners, 35%) runs POINTOFBLUE (2.25), BLEAK (3.00), PRIDE OF PRIORY (4.40), SHIGAR (5.15).

N TINKLER (16 wins from 123 runners, 13%) runs GOLDEN FIREFLY (3.00), ISLA KAI (5.15), POCKET THE PACKET and LAKOTA BLUE (5.50).

TRAINERS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: W HAGGAS (6 wins from 29 runners, 21%) runners listed above.

K R BURKE (6 wins from 24 runners, 25%) runs LAST CRUSADER (4.10), ETERNAL CLASS (5.50).

R HANNON (6 wins from 50 runners, 12%) runs QANDIL (2.25), OH HERBERTS REIGN (5.15).

C JOHNSTON (4 wins from 44 runners, 9%) runs PONS AELIUS (3.35), CAPITAL THEORY (4.40).

R MENZIES (4 wins from 23 runners, 17%) runs MAJOR KESSAAR (2.25).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

LEADING JOCKEYS AT RIPON (2018-2023) WITH RIDES: DANIEL TUDHOPE (37 wins from 148 rides, 25%) rides TORVAR (2.25), BARENBOIM (3.35), LAST CRUSADER (4.10), DARKNESS (5.15), ETERNAL CLASS (5.50).

PAUL MULRENNAN (15 wins from 104 rides, 14%) rides MIDNIGHT LIR (2.25), LAND OF WINTER (3.35), INTRINSIC BOND (4.10), DIAMONDONTHEHILL (5.15).

JOE FANNING (14 wins from 114 rides, 12%) rides LUNAR BIRD (3.00), AUSTRALIAN ANGEL (4.40), SCOTTISH SUMMIT (5.15).

DURAN FENTIMAN (14 wins from 103 rides, 14%) rides SOUL SINGER (2.25), COPPER KNIGHT (4.10), DARK JEDI (4.40), GIVE IT SOME TEDDY (5.15), SPIRIT OF APPLAUSE (5.50).

JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: HOLLIE DOYLE (8 wins from 46 rides, 17%) rides DREADPIRATEROBERTS (2.25), NATZOR (3.00), IT’S GOOD TO LAUGH (3.35), NOMADIC EMPIRE (4.10), AADDEEY (4.40), OH HERBERTS REIGN (5.15), ANOTHER BAAR (5.50).

JOE FANNING (6 wins from 21 rides, 29%) rides listed above.

SAM JAMES (5 wins from 20 rides, 25%) rides BRINGBACKMEMORIES (3.35), ILLUSIONIST (4.10), THUNDERING (4.40), ANOTHER BATT (5.15).

R SEXTON (2 wins from 8 rides, 25%) rides THE MALTON MAULER (3.00), LEGENDARY DAY (3.35), MAKEEN (5.15).

CLASSY TIPS

The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 5.50 ETERNAL CLASS (down 2 grades).

FANCY THAT

D O’MEARA won the 5.15 race in 2013, 2016 and 2022. The stable is represented by Darkness in the race today.

LONGEST TRAVELLERS

AUSTRALIAN ANGEL (4.40) trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, distance of 228 miles.

QANDIL (2.25) & OH HERBERTS REIGN (5.15) trained by R Hannon, Marlborough, distance of 220 miles.

DREADPIRATEROBERTS (2.25), VICTORIA COUNTY (3.00), NATZOR (3.00), AADDEEY (4.40) trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, distance of 211 miles.

INNVINCIBLE FRIEND (2.25) trained by T Dascombe, Lambourn, distance of 211 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 27th April.

TODAY’S TIPS RACE

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Dreadpirateroberts was sent off favourite when beaten a length at Brighton and he has to be a danger to all with any improvement. QANDIL finished one place behind Archie Watson’s colt, but she displayed signs of inexperience, including when swerving right at the start, and the daughter of Churchill may step forward enough to exact her revenge here. Pointofblue looks interesting, being from the first crop of Blue Point, and she may be one to watch on debut for the in-form Haggas yard.

WIN: QANDIL

RACE

2

Three Yorkshiremen stayed on to grab second late on over 7f at Catterick earlier this month and he could be of interest upped in trip in first-time cheekpieces.

Both Natzor and Victoria County represent trainer Archie Watson and it may be close between the two, but preference goes to BLEAK. A beaten favourite at Nottingham over a mile last time out, he is bred to appreciate this distance and commands plenty of respect.

WIN: BLEAK

RACE

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DANGER: THREE YORKSHIREMEN

THE PREDICTOR was progressive in staying handicaps last season, having won over this trip at Thirsk in August, and it would be no surprise if the four-year-old had more to offer. Land Of Winter scored over C&D in 2021 and is heading towards a competitive mark, with the handicapper dropping him 2lb for his return effort at Pontefract, while Barenboim could be interesting if handling a softer surface.

WIN: THE PREDICTOR

RACE

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DANGER: AUSTRALIAN ANGEL

William Haggas rarely leaves Ripon empty-handed and the lightly raced SHIGAR looks a prime candidate to maintain the healthy strike-rate now he has proven his stamina over a mile. The son of Farhh was a close second in a similarly competitive handicap at Newmarket when last seen and, with the yard now hitting top form, he is dangerous to ignore. Darkness is feared most after a sound effort at Redcar on his return to action, while Poet’s Dawn is also fancied to be thereabouts.

WIN: SHIGAR

RACE

DANGER: NOMADIC EMPIRE

CAPITAL THEORY has progressed on the all-weather this year, which includes a victory at Chelmsford on his penultimate start, and reverts to turf with an appealing profile, especially in a contest that his trainer Charlie Johnston, along with his father Mark, have won the last three renewals. Australian Angel was kept busy throughout last season and is capable of a decent showing dropped back in trip, while Thundering can enter calculations based on his second at York’s Ebor meeting.

WIN: CAPITAL THEORY

RACE

DANGER: : LAND OF WINTER

Several of these boast good course form and it would come as no surprise to see the likes of Justanotherbottle, a three-time winner over 6f here, and Intrinsic Bond, last year’s Great St Wilfred victor, go close back on a happy hunting ground.

However, Nomadic Empire and VINTAGE CLARETS could be more rewarding to focus on over this trip, with the latter shading preference after a solid display on his return at Musselburgh earlier in the month. Illusionist is also considered.

WIN: VINTAGE CLARETS

RACE

DANGER: DREADPIRATEROBERTS

DANGER: DARKNESS

BROOKLYN NINE NINE didn’t need to build on the promise of his juvenile efforts to get off the mark at Newcastle last month and the son of No Nay Never makes plenty of appeal on his handicap bow. Gemini Star is likely to enter the reckoning following her second at Nottingham last Saturday off 1lb lower, and she may benefit from the extra furlong on this occasion, while Another Baar, a winner here last week, and Spirit Of Applause are others worth considering.

WIN: BROOKLYN NINE NINE

DANGER: GEMINI STAR

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.

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RACE DESCRIPTION

FIRST RACE 2.25 THE BLACK-A-MOOR INN HALF A MILE AWAY EBF RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5)(for horses in Bands C and D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE) for novice two yrs old Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533.

(Penalty Value £5400) 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 31) No

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This five furlongs Novice Stakes is restricted to two-year-olds but in order to take part all of the runners must meet certain conditions. 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 penalties depending on the level at which they have been successful.

FIVE FURLONGS RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 0.00 secs RECORD TIME 57.80 secs

Horse

st

DREADPIRATEROBERTS (IRE) (7)

B c Soldier’s Call - Gangster Squad (FR) Owner: S.A.S. Thoroughbreds Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Jockey: Hollie Doyle Form: 2 BF Breeder: Mr Liam Foley

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Draw

9 7

(5)

TIMEFORM VIEW 7/2, fair form when length second of 6 in maiden (7/4) at Brighton (5.3f, good) on debut 7 days ago, going with plenty of zest in front. Leading claims.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

2

INNVINCIBLE FRIEND (IRE) (-)

9 7

(3)

3

MIDNIGHT LIR (IRE) (-)

9 7

(6)

4

TORVAR (IRE) (-)

9 7

(9)

5

KEEP WARM (GB) (-) (2lb)

9 5

(1)

6

MAJOR KESSAAR (IRE) (10) (2lb)

9 5

(8)

B c Inns of Court (IRE) - Pavlopetri (IRE) Jockey: Liam Keniry Owner: Mike Nolan, Alan & Sue Cronshaw Form: Trainer: Tom Dascombe, Lambourn Breeder: M. & M. Butler Sponsor: Route Agency Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 25. €32,000 Inns of Court colt. Half-brother to winner up to 6f Threebagsfull and 9f winner Pacsirta. Dam, ran once at 2 yrs, closely related to smart 1 1/4m-1 1/2m winner Sugar Ray. Betting should help guide to expectations.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating B g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Kerineya (IRE) Jockey: Paul Mulrennan Owner: Denton Hall Racing Ltd Form: Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington Breeder: Padraig Williams Sponsor: Denton Hall Racing Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 7. €23,000 Prince of Lir gelding. Dam, 1m winner, half-sister to useful 1 1/4m winner (stayed 1 1/2m) Kerkiyra. Yard had a first-time-out winner at Beverley last week so a market move for him would be interesting.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating Ch c Footstepsinthesand - Lady Sandy (IRE) Jockey: Daniel Tudhope Owner: JCG Chua & Akela Thoroughbreds Limited Form: Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Breeder: Aidan Fogarty Sponsor: Akela Plant Hire Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 14. 30,000 gns Footstepsinthesand half-brother to 2-y-o 5f winner Minnesota Lad. Dam maiden (stayed 7f) out of half-sister to high-class sprinter Peniaphobia. From a good yard and drawn against the rail.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

B g Lightning Spear - Sabrewing (IRE) Jockey: Billy Garritty Owner: Mr J Blackburn Racing Form: Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton Breeder: The Sabrewing Partnership Sponsor: Sheridan Ny Llp TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 22. 11,500 gns Lightning Spear gelding. Half-brother to 2-y-o 5f winner Beechwood Donna. Dam, 6f winner, sister to useful 2-y-o 5f-6f winner Baitha Alga. Stable not a regular source of first-time-out scorers.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating B g Kessaar (IRE) - Dutch Desire Owner: Ursa Major Racing Club & Partner 1 Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield Sponsor: Elstone Engineering, Bluegrass Horse Feeds

Jockey: Cam Hardie Form: 0 Breeder: Austin Curran

TIMEFORM VIEW 20/1, last of 9 in novice at Beverley (5f, good to soft) on debut 10 days ago, losing all chance with a slow start.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

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SOUL SINGER (GB) (21) (2lb)

B c Land Force (IRE) - Merry Diva Owner: Habton Racing club Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

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Jockey: Duran Fentiman Form: 6 Breeder: Jeremy Green and Sons

(7)

TIMEFORM VIEW 18/1, shaped as if needing run when sixth of 8 in novice at Musselburgh (5f, soft) on debut 21 days ago. May well do better.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

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POINTOFBLUE (GB) (-)

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QANDIL (IRE) (7)

9 2

(2)

Ch f Churchill (IRE) - Sweet Firebird (IRE) Owner: Mr Ziad A. Galadari Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough

9 2

(4)

Jockey: Sam Hitchcott Form: 3 Breeder: Diomed Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 9/2, showed promise amidst greenness when third (Dreadpirateroberts second) on 5.3f Brighton debut last Saturday. Can be expected to improve.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 2022: THE TWILIGHT LADY 2 9 0 Ben Curtis 14-1 (Roger Fell) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 9 Running for the first time since Gelding No. 3, 5.

Stewards Note: MAJOR KESSAAR: Following its run on 19/4/2023 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.

Betting Forecast: 9-4 Dreadpirateroberts (IRE), 4-1 Qandil (IRE), 9-2 Pointofblue (GB), 8-1 Torvar (IRE), 10-1 Midnight Lir (IRE), 16-1 Innvincible Friend (IRE), Soul Singer (GB), 50-1 Keep Warm (GB), 100-1 Major Kessaar (IRE) DREADPIRATEROBERTS showed bright speed on last weekend’s Brighton debut and could take a bit of pegging back if he can get out and grab the rail under Hollie Doyle. Qandil was just under 2 lengths behind the selection at Brighton but needed that experience and might get PLAY SMARTER closer to him now. Pointofblue is a debutante who is a very likely type on breeding but her draw towards the outer has caught out plenty of newcomers here over the years.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.DREADPIRATEROBERTS (IRE) 2.QANDIL (IRE) 3.POINTOFBLUE

RACE RESULT

RACE TIME

DISTANCE

1ST

3RD

2ND

4TH

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE Seamus Mannion of the Black-A-Moor Inn will select the best turned out and present a trophy to winning connections of this race.

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POSITION OF STALLS

Straight courSe - Stand Side round courSe - inSide rail 1 mile 4 furlongS - centre

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FIRST RACE

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Jockey: Adam Farragher (3) B f Blue Point (IRE) - Karisma (IRE) Owner: Miss Yvonne Jacques Form: Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket Breeder: Carisbrooke Stud Sponsor: Carisbrooke Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 6. Blue Point filly. Closely related to useful 8.3f winner Indemnify and half-sister to useful 2-y-o 7f winner Kyeema. Makes obvious paper appeal but has a tricky draw for a newcomer.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

RIPON STABLES CHAMPIONSHIP 2023

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2

st Place £5000

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nd Place £2000

rd Place £1000

POINTS SCORED AS FOLLOWS: BEST TURNED OUT – 5 POINTS WINNER – 4 POINTS SECOND – 3 POINTS THIRD – 2 POINTS FOURTH – 1 POINT

Position

Stable

Points

1st

Charlie Johnston

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2nd

Ed Bethell

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3rd

Roger Fell

11

4th

Adrian Keatley

9

5th

Gemma Tutty

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HUGH MARTIN MEMORIAL

The Martin family are proud to sponsor today’s race in memory of Hugh Martin, who passed away last summer at the age of 82. Hugh was a wonderful husband to Margaret, dad to Sue, Fiona, Delia & Aidan, a grandad to Gemma, Thomas, Feargal, Caimin, Alicia, Mya, Ciaran and Euan & great grandad to Charlie, baby Hugh & Alfie.

Grandad Hugh was always a passionate horse racing fan, there was rarely a day when racing wouldn’t be on the tv.

He was a member at Ripon Racecourse for many years, rarely missing a meeting whilst he was in good health.

He was often accompanied by his family here and would revel in his role as family racing expert.

Hugh’s final visit to Ripon was 1st June 2022, where surrounded by his family, he cheered home Paul Midgley’s Latin Five in the lucky last. A great moment of celebration for the family.

Thank you to everyone at Ripon Races who made him so welcome over the years.

SECOND RACE 3.00 THE HUGH MARTIN MEMORIAL EBF RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands A, B, C and D) (GBB RACE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This contest is another Novice Stakes, this time run over a distance of one mile and two furlongs. There are a variety of reasons why the horses in this race are still 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.

for novice three, four and five yrs old ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 170 YARDS Total prize fund £10000 RACEFORM Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533.

MEDIAN TIME (Penalty Value £5400) Weights raised 10lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the 2 mins 5.40 secs Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS RECORD TIME 1 min 59.12 secs (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31) No

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Horse

BLEAK (IRE) (24) (2lb)

Ch c Highland Reel (IRE) - On A Cloud (USA) Owner: Mr James Wigan Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

Age

st

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Draw

3

9 7

(6)

Jockey: Adam Farragher (3) Form: 53 BF Breeder: London Thoroughbred Services Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to a couple of winners and matched form of his promising debut effort when third in 12-runner Nottingham maiden (8.3f, heavy) 24 days ago, effort when not clear run over 2f out. Remains with potential moving forward and he’s a player for leading stable.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

2

NATZOR (FR) (14) (2lb)

3

9 7

(7)

3

VICTORIA COUNTY (IRE) (14) (2lb)

3

9 7

(5)

4

GOLDEN FIREFLY (IRE) (260) (4lb)

3

9 5

(4)

5

THREE YORKSHIREMEN (IRE) (17) (4lb) 3

9 5

(2)

6

LUNAR BIRD (IRE) (171)

9 4

(3)

B c Almanzor (FR) - Natty (IRE) Jockey: Hollie Doyle Owner: Hambleton Racing XLVI & Partner Form: 30 BF Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn Breeder: Ecurie Euroling Sponsor: Hambleton Racing Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Almanzor colt who produced a promising first effort when third in an 11-runner Newcastle novice (1m) in March. Possibly unsuited by testing ground when well held at Yarmouth (10f) 2 weeks ago but he’s not out of things judged on his debut form.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Victoria Bear (IRE) Jockey: Hector Crouch Owner: Primavera Form: 0-3 Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn Breeder: Ms Maureen Hehir Sponsor: Archie Watson Racing Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Never better than midfield on debut at Newcastle (7f) in October but showed more on back of being gelded/6 months off when third in 15-runner Yarmouth novice (10f, heavy) 2 weeks ago. Possible he can build on that again.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

B g New Bay - Luciole Jockey: Rowan Scott Owner: The Firefly Syndicate Form: 0Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton Breeder: R. Cody Sponsor: Alexanders York TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced gelding. Last of 11 in novice event (33/1) at Thirsk (7f, good) on debut back in August, hanging left over 2f out and always behind. Low-grade handicaps entitled to be more his bag moving forward this term.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating B g Massaat (IRE) - House of Roses Jockey: Oisin Orr Owner: John Rhodes Peter Timmins & Dale Wilsdon Form: 30344-2 BF Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Breeder: McCracken Farms Sponsor: Tote TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Confirmed he retains his ability when chasing home a potentially useful sort on return at Catterick (7f, heavy) 17 days ago, headway over 1f out and running on. Cheekpieces on 1st time and longer trip could unlock some progress.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 77 B f Cracksman - Singyoursong (IRE) Owner: Mr Mohammed Jaber Trainer: David Simcock, Newmarket

3

Jockey: Joe Fanning Form: 0Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Cracksman filly. Dam 1m-1 1/4m winner. 80/1, looked a likely longer-term project when tenth in 12-runner novice event on debut at Kempton (1m) in November. This ought to reveal more.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

7

THE MALTON MAULER (GB) (10) (6lb)

3

9 3

(1)

B g Massaat (IRE) - Available (IRE) Jockey: Ryan Sexton (3) Owner: Keatley Racing Owners Group Form: 0-6 Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton Breeder: Richard Kent Sponsor: Keatley Racing Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Massaat gelding showed more than on sole start at 2 yrs when sixth of 13 in maiden at Kempton (7f) 10 days ago, fading final 1f. Handicaps entitled to be more his bag on the back of this.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

16

THREE YORKSHIREMEN produced a solid comeback run when chasing home a potentially useful sort at Catterick a couple of weeks ago and, with the longer trip worth exploring, PLAY SMARTER he could be up to going one place better equipped with first-time cheekpieces. Bleak remains with potential on the back of just 2 starts and is feared most ahead of Natzor.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.THREE YORKSHIREMEN (IRE) 2.BLEAK (IRE) 3.NATZOR (FR)

RACE RESULT

RACE TIME

DISTANCE

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3RD

2ND

4TH

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SECOND RACE

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: MANDOBI (IRE) 3 8 13 Stevie Donohoe 8-11 (William Haggas) 7 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5.

Stewards Note: BLEAK: Following its run on 5/4/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed on the run-in.

Betting Forecast: 15-8 Bleak (IRE), 9-4 Three Yorkshiremen (IRE), 9-2 Natzor (FR), 13-2 Victoria County (IRE), 50-1 The Malton Mauler (GB), 66-1 Lunar Bird (IRE), 100-1 Golden Firefly (IRE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

THIRD RACE 3.35 THE VISIT attheraces.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) for four yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £20000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £8126; Second £4064; Third £2032; Fourth £1016; Fifth £508; Sixth £254.

(Penalty Value £10308) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31) No

1

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

Horse

BARENBOIM (GB) (22)

B g Golden Horn - Labise (IRE) Owner: Richard D.A. Hames & Mark Russell Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

This is a two mile handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 76 to 95. In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far.

The aim is to ensure competitive 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.

Age

st

lb

Draw

5

9 13

(1)

Jockey: Daniel Tudhope Form: 61-1213 Breeder: Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrived for this yard on AW, gaining fifth success since October when landing 6-runner Newcastle handicap (12.5f) in March. Good third in 2m conditions’ event back at that venue on Good Friday and he’s certainly not out of things back on turf.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 96

2

IT’S GOOD TO LAUGH (IRE) (185)

6

9 2

(7)

3

LAND OF WINTER (FR) (18)

7

9 1

(2)

4

LEGENDARY DAY (GB) (22)

5

9 0

(6)

B g Tamayuz - London Plane (IRE) Jockey: Hollie Doyle Owner: Brian Verinder & Alan Baxter Form: 500543Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek Breeder: Shane Molan Sponsor: Pra World Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple Flat/hurdles winner who never figured on return in latter sphere 31 days ago, jumping markedly left and racing freely. Has been given a chance by the assessor ahead of this return to the level and booking of Hollie Doyle rates a plus. Cheekpieces back on.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 85 B g Camelot - Gaselee (USA) Jockey: Paul Mulrennan Owner: Paul Smith & Rae Guest Form: 56406-6 CD Trainer: Rae Guest, Newmarket Breeder: Claydons Bloodstock Ltd Sponsor: Eastern County Care Ltd. TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who was successful twice during a light 2021 campaign. Winless last term but shaped as if better for the run when sixth in 8-runner Pontefract handicap (18f) earlier this month. Better showing anticipated here.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 84 B g Adaay (IRE) - Dubai Legend Owner: Keatley Racing Owners Group & D Moore Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton

Jockey: Ryan Sexton (3) Form: 35-2110 Breeder: D. & S. L. Tanker Transport Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Made a fine start for this yard, tasting success over hurdles at Sedgefield (16.8f) in November and bagging pair of 12.5f AW handicaps subsequently. Never better than midfield at Lingfield (12f) 3 weeks ago but he’s still unexposed at this sort of trip.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 83

5

THE PREDICTOR (IRE) (237)

B g Divine Prophet (AUS) - Tip It On The Top (IRE) Owner: Walsh, O’Keeffe & Partner Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

4

8 8

Jockey: Cam Hardie Form: 032012- D Breeder: Eimear Mulhern

(4)

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed previous promise and did well under the circumstances to open his account at Thirsk (2m) in August, digging deep under pressure. Backed that up when runner-up at York in September and he’s not out of things on return for in-form yard.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 79

6

PONS AELIUS (IRE) (22)

4

8 7

(3)

7

BRINGBACKMEMORIES (FR) (12)

4

8 6

(5)

B c Galileo (IRE) - Laugh Out Loud Jockey: Franny Norton Owner: Susan and John Waterworth Form: 0341-00 D Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham Breeder: C. O. P. Hanbury Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Successful 4 times during a busy 2022, culminating in success in London Stayers’ Final at Kempton (2m) in December. Fit from a couple of spins on AW in recent months and fact he’s operating from lower mark back on turf is a plus.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 78

B g Iffraaj - Glamour Queen Jockey: Sam James Owner: Mr J. Fyffe Form: 32602-3 Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown Breeder: S.C.E.A. Team Hogdala France et al Sponsor: JF Kegs(Scotland)Ltd, Bloomfields Raceline Horseboxes TIMEFORM VIEW Winning hurdler who wasn’t disgraced back on the Flat when third in a 6-runner Redcar novice (10f) earlier this month, plugging on. This trip is worth exploring returned to handicaps. Market should guide.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 77

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DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: RAJINSKY (IRE) 6 9 13 Ben Curtis 11-4 (Hugo Palmer) 6 ran Hood worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 5.

Betting Forecast: 3-1 Barenboim (GB), 4-1 The Predictor (IRE), 6-1 Pons Aelius (IRE), 13-2 It’s Good To Laugh (IRE), 7-1 Land of Winter (FR), 8-1 Legendary Day (GB), 10-1 Bringbackmemories (FR) A wide-open stayers’ handicap with the narrow vote in favour of IT’S GOOD TO LAUGH. He needs to dispel a lesser effort over hurdles in March but largely acquitted himself with credit in stronger company on the Flat last term and, from a reduced mark, he could be ready PLAY SMARTER to strike under Hollie Doyle. Previous C&D winner Land of Winter and The Predictor head up the dangers.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.IT’S GOOD TO LAUGH (IRE) 2.LAND OF WINTER (FR) 3.THE PREDICTOR (IRE) 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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THIRD RACE

RACE RESULT

FOURTH RACE 4.10 THE RIPON SILVER SPRINT TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) for four yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £30000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381.

(Penalty Value £15462) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31) No

FIVE FURLONGS

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a five furlongs handicap race for four-yearolds and upwards which have been rated from 86 to 105. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have run at least three times 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 rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap. In simple terms a horse rated 105 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 100.

RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 0.00 secs RECORD TIME 57.28 secs

Horse

1

MR WAGYU (IRE) (10)

2

MONDAMMEJ (GB) (245)

Age

st

lb

Draw

8

9 9

(10)

6

9 8

(9)

Ch g Choisir (AUS) - Lake Louise (IRE) Jockey: James Sullivan Owner: The New Century Partnership Form: 53505-0 C Trainer: John Quinn, Malton Breeder: Danny O’Sullivan Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, Warrendale Wagyu TIMEFORM VIEW Admirable sprinter who enjoyed another fine campaign last season, landing big pots at Epsom and the Curragh. Beat only one returning from 6 months off at Newmarket though so more is required from this course winner.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 100 B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Lamps of Heaven (IRE) Owner: Mrs C. Brittain Trainer: Antony Brittain, Warthill

Jockey: Cam Hardie Form: 462000- D Breeder: Chasemore Farm

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 12 runs since his last win in 2021 and he was out of sorts when last seen 8 months ago.

Needs to hit the ground running.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 99

3

LAST CRUSADER (IRE) (74)

B g Oasis Dream - Spanish Fly (IRE) Owner: Clipper Logistics Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

4

9 8

Jockey: Daniel Tudhope Form: 10046-0 D Breeder: Mr Edwin Thompson

(1)

TIMEFORM VIEW Off 4 months before coming in last of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) 53 days ago. Useful 5f winner at his best but he has plenty to prove at present. Returns in stronger headgear.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 99

4

JUSTANOTHERBOTTLE (IRE) (18)

9

9 6

(4)

5

NOMADIC EMPIRE (IRE) (85)

5

9 3

(7)

Ch g Intense Focus (USA) - Duchess K (IRE) Jockey: Rowan Scott Owner: Mr Steve Ryan & Mr M J Tedham Form: 50250-6 C D Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Breeder: John O’Connor Sponsor: Santry Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Admirable 9-y-o who enhanced his fine course record when successful last June. Reappearance sixth at Pontefract is best ignored (blindfold removed late) and he needs considering back here.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 97 B g Kodiac - Beatify (IRE) Owner: AlMohamediya Racing Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Jockey: Hollie Doyle Form: 0013-40 D Breeder: Al Mohamediya Breeding

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful sprinter who comes here from a winter spell at Sakhir, scoring in December. Goes well on soft ground so must enter calculations.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 94

6

HYPERFOCUS (IRE) (27)

7

INTRINSIC BOND (GB) (18)

9

9 2

(5)

6

9 1

(3)

B or Br g Intense Focus (USA) - Jouel (FR) Jockey: Sean Kirrane (3) Owner: Ryedale Partners No 14 Form: 43022-0 C D Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: Stephanie Von Schilcher & Gavan Kinch Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Haydock 6f winner last July and he signed off for 2022 with good second in big-field York handicap. Looked rusty after 6 months off at Doncaster on his return and can take a big step forward off a handy-looking mark.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 93 B g Intrinsic - Misu Billy Owner: Mr David Tate & Mr Daniel Lawson Trainer: Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor Sponsor: Tote

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan Form: 1100-00 C D Breeder: David Tate

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner last season, including in the Great St Wilfrid here in August. Yet to fire in two runs on heavy ground this term though so has it to prove.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 92

20

8

VINTAGE CLARETS (GB) (21)

4

9 0

(6)

9

ILLUSIONIST (GER) (309)

6

8 13

(2)

9

8 12

(8)

Jockey: Oisin Orr B g Ardad (IRE) - Enchanted Princess Owner: Mr A Tattersall & Partner Form: 10220-2 D Breeder: M. E. Broughton Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Sponsor: Tote TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 6f winner who resumed with an unlucky-in-running second of 13 in handicap at Musselburgh (5f, soft) 21 days ago. Can go well off an unchanged mark.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 91

B g Hot Streak (IRE) - Irishstone (IRE) Jockey: Sam James Owner: Miss Marjorie A. Thompson Form: 0106/14- D Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton Breeder: Edergole Thoroughbred Ltd Sponsor: Herbs Unlimited TIMEFORM VIEW Returned with 5f handicap win at York in 2022 but off for 10 months since posting a solid Newcastle fourth. Has won off a break though so he’s no forlorn hope.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 90

10 COPPER KNIGHT (IRE) (18)

B g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Mystic Dream Owner: Ventura Racing (Copper) & Partner Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Jockey: Duran Fentiman Form: 00000-4 D Breeder: Wardstown Stud Ltd

2022: AVA GO JOE (IRE) 4 8 5 Duran Fentiman 5-1 (Tim Easterby) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 10 Visor worn first time by No. 3. Hood worn by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 4. Visor worn by No. 1.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 6.

Stewards Note: VINTAGE CLARETS: Following its run on 8/4/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered early and late on.

Betting Forecast: 5-2 Vintage Clarets (GB), 6-1 Hyperfocus (IRE), 13-2 Copper Knight (IRE), 9-1 Illusionist (GER), 14-1 Mr Wagyu (IRE), Justanotherbottle (IRE), Nomadic Empire (IRE), 16-1 Mondammej (GB), Last Crusader (IRE), 25-1 Intrinsic Bond (GB) VINTAGE CLARETS made an encouraging return when runner-up at Musselburgh and can emerge on top in a very open sprint. Justanotherbottle is always to be feared here and is next on the list, while Hyperfocus is fancied to take a big step forward from his reappearance PLAY SMARTER Doncaster run and can also have a say along with Nomadic Empire.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.VINTAGE CLARETS 2.JUSTANOTHERBOTTLE (IRE) 3.HYPERFOCUS (IRE)

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.

RACEFORM STANDARD TIMES Raceform Standard Times are the copyright of Raceform Ltd, publishers of the Official Form Book. They were compiled originally by taking an average of the tenfastest times recorded on good to firm going, with an adjustment for weight carried above or below 9 stone.

They are revised annually.

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FOURTH RACE

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran sprinter who shaped encouragingly after 6 months off when fourth of 8 in handicap (16/1) at Pontefract (5f, heavy) 18 days ago. One for the shortlist.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 89

RACE DESCRIPTION

FIFTH RACE 4.40 THE M.C.H. HUTCHINSON MEMORIAL TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) for four yrs old and upwards ONE MILE ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (12f abt 10yds) Total prize fund £30000 RACEFORM Owners Prize Money. Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; MEDIAN TIME Fifth £762; Sixth £381. (Penalty Value £15462) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 2 mins 36.70 secs to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS RECORD TIME 2 mins 31.40 secs (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31) No

Horse

This is a one mile and four furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 87 to 106. Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 6lb.

Age

st

lb

Draw

1

AADDEEY (IRE) (329)

6

9 9

(3)

2

DARK JEDI (IRE) (21)

7

9 8

(1)

3

PRIDE OF PRIORY (GB) (19)

5

9 5

(4)

B g New Approach (IRE) - Feedyah (USA) Jockey: Hollie Doyle Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd XXXIII & Partner Form: 5041/60- D Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn Breeder: Godolphin Sponsor: Hambleton Racing Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner for the Crisfords in 2021 but made it to the track only twice last season and now returns for a new stable after 10 months off. Has had wind surgery. Resumes on a winning mark but betting is perhaps best guide to expectations.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 99 B g Kodiac - Whitefall (USA) Jockey: Duran Fentiman Owner: Mr Evan M Sutherland & Partner Form: 60106-6 CD Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: JC Bloodstock Limited Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner whose latest win came at Doncaster (heavy) last autumn. Should be sharper for his Musselburgh reappearance run over Easter but remains 3lb above the mark he defied at Doncaster.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 98 B g Pivotal - Millennium Star (IRE) Owner: Mr T. J. W. Bridge Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

Jockey: Adam Farragher (3) Form: 11105-0 C D BF Breeder: Fittocks Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Course maiden winner at 3 who racked up a hat-trick in handicaps around this trip last summer.

Likely to strip fitter for a recent reappearance outing on AW. Tongue tied first time. Respected for a top Newmarket stable with a good strike-rate here.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 95

4

THUNDERING (GB) (204)

4

9 1

(5)

5

CAPITAL THEORY (GB) (19)

4

8 12

(6)

6

AUSTRALIAN ANGEL (GB) (217)

4

8 5

(2)

B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Cosmea Jockey: Sam James Owner: Mr Steve Ryan Form: 212200- D Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Breeder: Kingston Stud Sponsor: Santry Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning handicap debut at Newcastle (12.5f) last June and improved form when runner-up on next 2 starts, including at York Ebor meeting. Respectable mid-field finish in ultra-competitive Rowley Cup at Newmarket final start. May do better again at 4.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 91 B g Muhaarar - Montalcino (IRE) Jockey: Franny Norton Owner: Dr J. Walker Form: 1-22215 Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham Breeder: Watership Down Stud & Ben Sangster BS Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW On the up with 3 AW wins in December and has continued the good work since, including a win at Chelmsford (1 1/4m) in March. Very much unexposed at this trip and interesting back on the grass.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 88 Ch f Australia - Angel Terrace (USA) Owner: Mr George Strawbridge Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Jockey: Joe Fanning Form: 121203Breeder: George Strawbridge

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 10 runs last year. 2/1, good third of 12 in handicap at Chester (14.5f, good to soft) final start. Off 7 months. Leading Southern yard isn’t a regular visitor here.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 81 DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022: STATE OF BLISS (IRE) 4 9 1 Joe Fanning 5-2 (Charlie & Mark Johnston) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 1.

Stewards Note: AADDEEY: Following its run on 4/6/2022 it was reported that the horse was very slowly away.

PRIDE OF PRIORY: Following its run on 10/4/2023 it was reported that the horse was hampered early-on.

Betting Forecast: 9-4 Pride of Priory (GB), 11-4 Capital Theory (GB), 11-2 Thundering (GB), 6-1 Australian Angel (GB), 10-1 Aaddeey (IRE), 14-1 Dark Jedi (IRE)

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CAPITAL THEORY could have a fitness edge on a couple of these and is taken to provide the Johnston stable with a fourth successive win in this useful handicap. Pride of Priory should be PLAY SMARTER sharper for his comeback outing in the Rosebery at Kempton and is second choice ahead of the reappearing Thundering.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CAPITAL THEORY 2.PRIDE OF PRIORY 3.THUNDERING

RACE RESULT

RACE TIME

DISTANCE

1ST

3RD

2ND

4TH

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE A member of the Hutchinson family will select the best turned out and present a trophy to winning connections of this race.

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FIFTH RACE

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.

RACE DESCRIPTION

SIXTH RACE 5.15 THE WATCH SKY SPORTS RACING IN HD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) for four yrs old and upwards, Total prize fund £20000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £8126; Second £4064; Third £2032; Fourth £1016; Fifth £508; Sixth £254.

(Penalty Value £10308) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31) No

This is a one mile handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 71 to 90. Like most handicaps on the flat this race is also open to horses that are rated below that particular band.

However, all handicaps stipulate a minimum weight and no runner can carry less than that, irrespective of how low their rating is.

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

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

Horse

1

ISLA KAI (IRE) (28)

2

SCOTTISH SUMMIT (IRE) (43)

Age

st

lb

Draw

5

9 9

(12)

10 9 7

(8)

B g Awtaad (IRE) - Sidney Girl Jockey: Rowan Scott Owner: Martin Webb Racing Form: 45003-0 D BF Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton Breeder: Helen Lyons Sponsor: WJ Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Triple 1m winner in 2021 but he went winless last term. Raced in unfavoured group in the Spring Mile at Doncaster on return so not discounted off a falling mark.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 90 B g Shamardal (USA) - Scottish Stage (IRE) Owner: T Banerjee,N Mather & G Harker Trainer: Geoffrey Harker, Thirsk

Jockey: Joe Fanning Form: 35645-5 D Breeder: Ballymacoll Stud Farm Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed from 7 months off with a creditable fifth of 11 in 1m handicap (25/1) at Newcastle 43 days ago. Can’t be ruled out off an easing mark.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 88

3

DARKNESS (FR) (19)

5

9 6

(2)

4

ANOTHER BATT (IRE) (19)

8

9 4

(1)

5

BLENHEIM BOY (IRE) (197)

4

9 3

(13)

B g Siyouni (FR) - Kerila (FR) Jockey: Daniel Tudhope Owner: Akela Thoroughbreds Limited Form: 30054-2 D Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Breeder: E.A.R.L. Ecurie Haras Du Cadran et al Sponsor: Akela Plant Hire Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 12 runs since his last win in 2020 but he posted a good second of 14 in handicap at Redcar (7f, heavy) 19 days ago, running on. Well in the mix off an unchanged mark for last year’s winning yard.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 87 Ch g Windsor Knot (IRE) - Mrs Batt (IRE) Jockey: Sam James Owner: Mr Laurence O’Kane Form: 6330-00 C D Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk Breeder: J. W. Nicholson Sponsor: Tote TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who comes here on the back of a respectable eighth of 14 in handicap at Redcar (7f, heavy) 19 days ago. Can give another good account here off a 2lb lower mark.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 85 B g Churchill (IRE) - Abhasana (IRE) Owner: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Sponsor: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd

Jockey: Oisin Orr Form: 030650- CD Breeder: Kildaragh Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner on return last year who largely ran with credit after. Needs considering on his reappearance.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 84

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DIAMONDONTHEHILL (GB) (210)

B g Al Kazeem - It’s My Time Owner: Sekura Group and John Burns Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington

5

9 3

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan Form: 261210- D Breeder: Genesis Green Stud Ltd

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TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 1m Redcar handicap winner last summer but he ended 2022 with a below-par eighth there in October. Sort to bounce back though.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 84

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MAKEEN (GB) (176)

6

9 0

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B g Dubawi (IRE) - Estidraaj (USA) Jockey: Ryan Sexton (3) Owner: Verity, Pritchard & Simpson Form: 313040- D Trainer: Julie Camacho, Malton Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited Sponsor: mcivors.co.uk TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 7f/1m winner last spring but ended 2022 below his best, eleventh in 1m handicap at Newcastle in November. Has gone well fresh however so he can’t be dismissed.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 81

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SHIGAR (IRE) (246)

4

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Jockey: Adam Farragher (3) Form: 34/412Breeder: Sheikh Abdulla bin Isa Al-Khalifa

B g Farhh - Diala (IRE) Owner: Abdulla Al Khalifa Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

TIMEFORM VIEW Had a wind op before readily landing 7f Lingfield novice then came in a very good second at Newmarket on his handicap debut later last summer. This progressive son of Farhh looks ahead of his mark and rates a big player on his comeback with few miles on the clock.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 80

9

PERSEVERANTS (FR) (19)

B g Zoffany (IRE) - Perle Rare (USA) Owner: Ryan , Chappell & Dixon Trainer: Scott Dixon, Rolleston

5

8 10

Jockey: James Sullivan Form: 015020 D Breeder: Haras d’Etreham et al

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TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Wolverhampton in February but only twelfth of 14 in handicap at Redcar (7f, heavy) 19 days ago. Needs to bounce back.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 77

10 GARDEN OASIS (GB) (204)

B g Excelebration (IRE) - Queen Arabella Owner: Mr T. A. Scothern & Partner Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Sponsor: Electrical Discount UK

8

8 8

Jockey: Franny Norton Form: 010000- CD Breeder: Meon Valley Stud

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TIMEFORM VIEW 4-time C&D winner but he ended 2022 below par. No forlorn hope given his excellent Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 75 record here, though.

11 OH HERBERTS REIGN (IRE) (12)

B g Acclamation - Western Safari (IRE) Owner: Team Wallop Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough

4

8 7

Jockey: Hollie Doyle Form: 42-3436 D BF Breeder: M. Fahy & Rathbarry Stud

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TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives on a long losing run but he wasn’t disgraced when sixth of 13 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, heavy) 12 days ago. Shortlisted off an easing mark.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 74

12 POET’S DAWN (GB) (9)

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Ch g Poet’s Voice - Dudley Queen (IRE) Owner: Mr Timothy O’Gram & Partner Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

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Jockey: Cam Hardie Form: 51301-4 C D Breeder: Mrs J. K. Powell & Catridge Farm Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who shaped encouragingly after 6 months off when fourth of 8 in 1m2f handicap here 9 days ago. In the picture.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 74

13 GIVE IT SOME TEDDY (GB) (12)

B g Bahamian Bounty - Croeso Cariad Owner: Mr Lee Bond & Partner Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Sponsor: Bravopak

9

8 7

Jockey: Duran Fentiman Form: 05631-4 CD Breeder: Usk Valley Stud

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DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2022: HORTZADAR 7 9 8 Jason Watson 3-1 (David O’Meara) 8 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 10. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 5.

Stewards Note: ISLA KAI: Following its run on 1/4/2023 it was reported that the horse was possibly unsuited by the draw.

SHIGAR: Following its run on 26/8/2022 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

PERSEVERANTS: Following its run on 10/4/2023 it was reported that the horse ran flat.

Betting Forecast: 7-2 Shigar (IRE), 7-1 Darkness (FR), 17-2 Isla Kai (IRE), Blenheim Boy (IRE), 10-1 Oh Herberts Reign (IRE), 14-1 Another Batt (IRE), Poet’s Dawn (GB), 16-1 Give It Some Teddy (GB), 20-1 Diamondonthehill (GB), Perseverants (FR), 28-1 Scottish Summit (IRE), Makeen (GB), 40-1 Garden Oasis (GB) Lots with chances here but SHIGAR progressed well in a light 2022 campaign and resumes on an attractive mark so is taken to emerge on top. David O’Meara took this contest 12 months PLAY SMARTER ago and his Darkness is feared most on the back of an encouraging Redcar reappearance second. Oh Herberts Reign, Poets Dawn and Blenheim Boy complete the shortlist.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SHIGAR (IRE) 2.DARKNESS (FR) 3.OH HERBERTS REIGN (IRE)

RACE RESULT

RACE TIME

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2ND

4TH

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SIXTH RACE

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who wasn’t disgraced after 6 months off when fourth of 9 in 1m handicap at Redcar 12 days ago. Can take a step forward now.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 74

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SEVENTH RACE 5.50 THE RIPON RACES LADIES DAY 22ND JUNE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) for three yrs old Total prize fund £12000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4955; Second £2478; Third £1238; Fourth £619; Fifth £310.

(Penalty Value £6280.80) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31) No

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a six furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 66 to 85. Like all handicaps on today’s card this means that should a horse rated 85 take part they would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 80.

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

lb

Draw

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POCKET THE PACKET (IRE) (98)

Horse

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LAKOTA BLUE (GB) (31)

9 8

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Ch g Mayson - Oakley Star Jockey: Sophie Clements (7) Owner: Mr A. Chapman Form: 116-310 D Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton Breeder: Ballinvana House Stud Sponsor: Alexanders York TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 5 wins on the AW when comfortably seeing off 5 rivals at Lingfield (7f) in January.

However, he never looked like following up after a whopping 13lb rise back there over 6f 8 days later and has since left George Boughey for 15,000 gns.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 84 Br c Sioux Nation (USA) - Thiel Owner: Ian & Pam Bendelow Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton Sponsor: The Light Lab, Alexanders York

Jockey: Faye McManoman Form: 20110-6 D Breeder: B & B Equine Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Dual scorer at 2 and he might have needed the run after 7 months off when down the field on handicap/all-weather debut at Kempton (7f) last month.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 83

3

SIGNORA CAMACHO (IRE) (210)

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4

BRAVEHEART BOY (IRE) (175)

9 5

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5

BROOKLYN NINE NINE (IRE) (36)

9 4

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B f Camacho - Ittasal Jockey: James Sullivan Owner: Steve Bradley & Partner Form: 211230- D Trainer: John Quinn, Malton Breeder: Rossenarra Stud Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable sort who scored twice in summer last year. Found things too competitive in listed Two-Year-Old Trophy at Redcar on final outing but she could well have a say provided she’s fully tuned up after 7 months off.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 81 B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Bureau (IRE) Jockey: Sean Kirrane (3) Owner: Reality Partnerships XI Form: 610430- D Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: Roundhill Stud Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account at Pontefract in last summer and remained in good nick after.

Possibly unsuited by conditions on final outing last term at Doncaster and could well be in the shake-up having been gelded ahead of this return.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 80 B g No Nay Never (USA) - Mamba Noire (FR) Owner: R. A. Fahey and Partner Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Jockey: Oisin Orr Form: 22-1 D Breeder: Powerstown Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW No Nay Never gelding who finished runner-up in novice events at Beverley and York last season but didn’t need to match that form to get off the mark after 6 months off at Newcastle just over 5 weeks ago.

Remains open to improvement now handicapping.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 79

6

ETERNAL CLASS (GB) (17)

B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Gadwa Owner: Clipper Logistics Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

9 2

Jockey: Daniel Tudhope Form: 15-4 BF Breeder: Plantation Stud

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TIMEFORM VIEW Winning debut at Thirsk last July but below that level on both subsequent starts, latest at Nottingham after 8 months off. Upped to 6f for her handicap bow but will need to leave that effort behind.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 77

7

SPIRIT OF APPLAUSE (GB) (187)

9 2

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B g Charm Spirit (IRE) - Accolade Jockey: Duran Fentiman Owner: Mr S A Heley & Partner Form: 222105- CD Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: S Von Schilcher & Catridge Farm Stud Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up first 3 starts and opened account next outing over C&D in September. Not quite so good on both outings a month later but market should be a decent guide to expectations on return now handicapping.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 77

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8

GEMINI STAR (IRE) (7)

9

LILY IN THE JUNGLE (IRE) (20)

9 0

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8 8

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Jockey: Rowan Scott B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Star Fire Owner: Mr G. Budd Form: 2-12 Trainer: Alice Haynes, Newmarket Breeder: GCE Farm Ltd Sponsor: Colourpin, Alice Haynes Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up at Haydock on sole 2-y-o start and went one better in maiden at Thirsk (5f, soft) on reappearance earlier this month. Improved further when second on handicap debut at Nottingham last week (challenged widest of all) and could be up to doubling her tally.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 75 Ch f Bungle Inthejungle - Zuzinia (IRE) Owner: The Well Oiled Partnership Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

Jockey: Cam Hardie Form: 1120-00 CD Breeder: Rathasker Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored 3 times last year (including twice over C&D) but has failed to beat a rival on both starts this term so has questions to answer. Back up to 6f here.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 69

10 ANOTHER BAAR (GB) (9)

8 6

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B g Mayson - Rapid Recruit (IRE) Jockey: Hollie Doyle Owner: Ontoawinner Andy Finneran Richard Porter Form: 505-1 CD Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton Breeder: Bolton Grange Sponsor: www.ontoawinner.net TIMEFORM VIEW Well supported and showed much improved form to get off the mark on handicap bow after 6 months off over C&D 9 days ago, making all on favoured far side. Remains early days and bold showing anticipated Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 67 in follow up bid from 6lb higher.

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Hood worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9.

Stewards Note: POCKET THE PACKET: Following its run on 21/1/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

LAKOTA BLUE: Following its run on 29/3/2023 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.

Betting Forecast: 7-2 Brooklyn Nine Nine (IRE), 5-1 Another Baar (GB), 13-2 Gemini Star (IRE), 15-2 Signora Camacho (IRE), 10-1 Eternal Class (GB), 11-1 Spirit of Applause (GB), 14-1 Pocket The Packet (IRE), Braveheart Boy (IRE), 16-1 Lakota Blue (GB), 33-1 Lily In The Jungle (IRE)

GEMINI STAR made a winning reappearance earlier this month and, having improved further despite still looking a little rough around the edges when runner-up on handicap debut at Nottingham since, Alice Haynes’ filly is fancied to double her tally back up at 6f. Brooklyn Nine Nine narrowly landed PLAY SMARTER the odds at Newcastle last month and he could be the main danger now handicapping, with recent C&D winner Another Baar rounding off the shortlist.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GEMINI STAR (IRE) 2.BROOKLYN NINE NINE (IRE) 3.ANOTHER BAAR

RACE RESULT

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3RD

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4TH

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RACE CONDITIONS FIRST RACE 2.25 - THE BLACK-A-MOOR INN HALF A MILE AWAY EBF RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5)(for horses in Bands C and D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE) 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 novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, April 24th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 27th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band D from Band C 2lb. THE BLACK-A-MOOR INN has generously sponsore dthis 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. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £500 towards the prize money for this race. All horses which are placed in the first six in an EBF Restricted Maiden or Novice race qualifier in 2023 will be qualified to run in either THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for fillies only) at Goodwood on 27 September, 2023, or THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for colts and geldings only) at York on 13 October, 2023. Both races will be run over seven furlongs. NOTE: Horses entered or declared in a race which is subsequently abandoned will not be eligible to enter a Final. 17 entries at £50. - Closed April 24th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE. SECOND RACE 3.00 - THE HUGH MARTIN MEMORIAL EBF RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (for horses in Bands A, B, C and D) (GBB RACE) 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 novice three, four and five yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, which are in Bands A, B, C, and D. Enter by noon, April 24th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 27th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 13lb; fillies 8st 8lb 4-y-o and 5-y-o colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band B from Band A 2lb Band C from Band B 2lb Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). The FAMILY of the late HUGH MARTIN has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. 15 entries at £50. - Closed April 24th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE. THIRD RACE 3.35 - THE VISIT attheraces.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10308 to the winning horse The second to receive £4834, the third £2418, the fourth £1208, the fifth £604 and the sixth £302. for 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). £95 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher, or £19 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £76 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 27th. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 4-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 4-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after April 22nd, 2023, 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, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 11 entries, 2 at £19 and 9 at £95. - Closed April 24th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. FOURTH RACE 4.10 - THE RIPON SILVER SPRINT TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15462 to the winning horse The second to receive £7251, the third £3627, the fourth £1812, the fifth £906 and the sixth £453. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 27th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 22nd, 2023, 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, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 13 entries, 1 at £30 and 12 at £150. - Closed April 24th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. FIFTH RACE 4.40 - THE M.C.H. HUTCHINSON MEMORIAL TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15462 to the winning horse The second to receive £7251, the third £3627, the fourth £1812, the fifth £906 and the sixth £453. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 87-106 (also open to such horses rated 107 and 108; such horses rated 86 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 87 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 86 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 27th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 22nd, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A Challenge trophy will be presented to the winning owner, to be held until April 1st, 2024, when it is to be returned to the Ripon Executive.

The RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. 10 entries, 1 at £30 and 9 at £150. - Closed April 24th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. SIXTH RACE 5.15 - THE WATCH SKY SPORTS RACING IN HD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10308 to the winning horse The second to receive £4834, the third £2418, the fourth £1208, the fifth £604 and the sixth £302. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 27th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 22nd, 2023, 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, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. The Race Incentive Fund, supported by the Horserace Betting Levy Board, provides for the inclusion of £1500 towards the prize money for this race. 19 entries at £100. - Closed April 24th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. SEVENTH RACE 5.50 - THE RIPON RACES LADIES DAY 22ND JUNE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6280 to the winning horse The second to receive £2947, the third £1472, the fourth £736 and the fifth £367. for three yrs old only, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 27th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 22nd, 2023, 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.

17 entries at £60. - Closed April 24th, 2023.

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