Ripon Racecard - Friday 12th May

OFFICIALS & WELCOME

MEET THE TEAM

STEWARDS

Chief Steward Alan Dempsey

Stewards’ Panel Chair Neil Edminson

Trainee Stewards’ Panel Chair Alison Banks

Philipa Hardy, Helen Kinsella, Adrian Smith

STARTERS

Jason Callaghan, Ryan Colley

JUDGE

Nicholas Hargreave

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Michael Hamilton

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Joe O’Gorman, Alec Dent, Michelle Maughan

VETERINARY OFFICER

Nigel Haizelden

VETERINARY SURGEONS

Richard Sutcliffe, Sandy Baird

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr Johnathan Bulman, Dr Lesley Kilshaw, Dr Elizabeth Kidger

DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD

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BETTING RING MANAGER

Mark Ryan

COMMENTATOR

David Fitzgerald

MANAGING DIRECTOR

James Hutchinson

CLERK OF THE COURSE

Jonathan Mullin

CLUB SECRETARY

Andrew Hutchinson

PATRONS

Colin Armstrong CMG, OBE

David Wilmot-Smith MBE

TODAY’S RACING

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FIRST RACE 5:25pm

The British EBF 40th Anniversary Restricted Maiden Stakes

SECOND RACE 5:55pm

The Traditional Family Funday Sunday 21st May Maiden Stakes

THIRD RACE 6:30pm

The Ripon Races Ladies Day 22nd June Handicap

FOURTH RACE 7:05pm

The Sky Sports Racing Sky 415 Handicap

FIFTH RACE 7:40pm

The Get Your Tickets At ripon-races. co.uk Handicap

SIXTH RACE 8:15pm

The Next Evening Meeting Wednesday 7th June Handicap

SEVENTH RACE 8:45pm

The Ripon Races Supporting Ripon Theatre Festival Handicap

LIZ BARKER Racecourse Administrator

JAMES HUTCHINSON Managing Director

JONATHAN MULLIN Operations + Marketing

SARA MARTIN Catering Manager AMY RYAN Raceday Presenter

CARL TONKS Head Groundsman

CHARLES YOUNG Raceday Administrator

JANE HUTCHINSON Commercial Manager

Good evening Ladies and Gentlemen and a warm welcome to Ripon Racecourse for our first evening fixture of the 2023 season!

We have seven races to enjoy this evening and in the 6f handicap at 7.40 we see Mark’s Choice and Fortamour renew their Ripon rivalry! Could tonight be the night Mark’s Choice equals Pipers Note’s record eight wins here? Will Fortamour make it win number four at Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse?

Our musical entertainment on the bandstand this evening comes from The Madhouse Brothers. The dynamic duo are favourites here and are always a hit with racegoers with their entertaining set. We are also joined by our local scout group, who will be collecting at the exits at the end of the evening.

We hope you have a thoroughly enjoyable evening with us and we hope to see you again next Sunday 21st May for our Traditional Family Day where we’ll have lots of free activities for the children including National Festival Circus, Punch ‘n’ Judy, Magic Show, Bouncy Castle, Face Painting and more.

Very best regards.

JAMES HUTCHINSON Managing Director

WHERE TO EAT & DRINK

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

CLUB DINING ROOM

CHAMPAGNE & SEAFOOD BAR

SILKS & SADDLES BAR

OWNERS & TRAINERS

FOUNTAINS SELF SERVICE

JIM JOEL BAR

THEAKSTONS TERRACE BAR

WAKEMAN BUFFET

COURSE BUFFET

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 SEAFOOD

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

FRESH

FRESH

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

Selection of Tasty Hot Pies and Pastries served with accompaniments

TRACKFACTS

A right-handed oval track, one mile five furlongs in extent, which joins the straight course five 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 (79 wins from 545 runners, 14%) runs PATASOLA and LADY DANDYLION (5.25), MANILA SCOUSE (6.30), COUNT D’ORSAY (7.40), BOLLIN MARGARET (8.15), RIBKANA (8.45).

D O’MEARA (45 wins from 266 runners, 17%) runs GLORY AND HONOUR (7.05), MAY BLOSSOM and MUSCIKA (7.40), ZAKRAM (8.45).

R FAHEY (34 wins from 243 runners, 14%) runs TALHA (5.55).

N TINKLER (17 wins from 126 runners, 13%) runs GLORY HALLELUJAH (6.30).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

CHARLIE JOHNSTON (8 wins from 59 runners, 14%) runs YORKINDNESS (7.05).

D O’MEARA (8 wins from 57 runners, 14%) runners listed above.

K R BURKE (5 wins from 38 runners, 13%) runs BAZBALL (5.25), SHALLOW HAL (7.40).

T EASTERBY (5 wins from 72 runners, 7%) runners listed above

CLASSYTIPS

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

LEADING JOCKEYS AT RIPON (2018-2023) WITH RIDES:

DAVID ALLAN (53 wins from 263 rides, 20%) rides LADY DANDYLION (5.25), MANILA SCOUSE (6.30), COUNT D’ORSAY (7.40), BOLLIN MARGARET (8.15), RIBKANA (8.45).

PAUL HANAGAN (16 wins from 114 rides, 14%) rides GREY GRAY (5.25), JAMES WATT (6.30), EASTER ICON (7.05), FORTAMOUR (7.40), BIT OF A QUIRKE (8.15).

JOE FANNING (15 wins from 117 rides, 13%) rides YORKINDNESS (7.05).

DURAN FENTIMAN (14 wins from 107 rides, 13%) rides PATASOLA (5.25).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

JOE FANNING (7 wins from 35 rides, 20%) rides listed above

PAUL HANAGAN (4 wins from 18 rides, 22%) rides listed above.

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

GRAHAM LEE (3 wins from 32 rides, 9%) rides

WILLIAM DEWHIRST (5.55), GLORY FIGHTER (6.30), FREEWHEELIN (7.05), GRIFTER (8.15).

The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 5.25 BAZBALL (down 3 grades); 6.30 REIGNING PROFIT (down 3 grades); 8.45 BARROLO (down 2 grades).

FANCYTHAT

R CARR won the 7.40 race in 2013 and 2017. The stable is represented by Twelfth Knight in the race today.

LONGEST TRAVELLERS

EASTER ICON (7.05) trained by Jack Channon, West Ilsley, distance of 213 miles

HALA EMARAATY (5.25) trained by Alice Haynes, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles

TAWALLA (5.55) trained by C Fellowes, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles GREY GRAY (5.25), HARRIET’S ANGEL (5.55), TURNER GIRL (7.05), CENTERSTAGE (8.45) trained by E Dunlop, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 10th May.

RACE 1

GREY GRAY paid the price for a slow start on her debut at Bath and may have got closer to an impressive winner that day. Given that form has been franked since and she subsequently posted another encouraging effort at Brighton nine days ago, she can make it third-time luckyhere. Hala Emaraatyappeals most ofthe newcomers and is one to monitor in the betting, while similar comments apply to Back Before Dark.

WIN: GREY GRAY

RACE 2

WIN: TALHA

RACE 3

DANGER: HALA EMARAATY

Richard Fahey is among the top three trainers at this course over the last five years and holds a solid chance of boosting that statistic with TALHA, who has finished second on each of her three pervious starts.Admittedly, she was well held on each occasion, but her performances were still encouraging enough to put her forward with a good level of confidence. Tawalla showed improvement last time and is feared most ahead of Harriet’s Angel.

DANGER: TAWALLA

Stablemates James Watt, who won this off 10lb higher last year, and GLORY FIGHTER are hard to split on the pick of their form. However, the latter, who has also won off higher marks before now, edges preference based on him posting the more solid recent performances. Reigning Profit also enters calculations, while Manila Scouse has a long absence to overcome but also warrants a second look.

WIN: GLORY FIGHTER

RACE 4

DANGER: : JAMES WATT

TURNER GIRLwas an eye-catcher when staying on from off the pace over shorter at Catterick last month, and going up to 2m could well be the making of her. Ed Dunlop’s filly is only 1lb above her last winning mark and she gets the vote ahead of Wolverhampton scorer Glory And Honour, as well as Yorkindness, who has performed with credit on both starts this year.

WIN: TURNER GIRL

RACE 5

DANGER: GLORYAND HONOUR

The selection is FORTAMOUR, who was somewhat unlucky when coming clear on his side of the track when fourth over C&D last month. The seven-year-old won this contest last year off 5lb higher and he is handicapped to go well, with Twelfth Knight, a winner at Redcar on his penultimate start, looking best placed to chase him home. Count D’Orsay and Rich Waters are capable of being in the shake-up as well.

WIN: FORTAMOUR

RACE 6

DANGER: TWELFTH KNIGHT

BIT OF A QUIRKE has now dropped to 1lb above his last winning mark, which came over 1m4f at Leicester last July He made most on that occasion so may well be ridden positively again over this shorter trip, especially when considering he posted a creditable run for third over this distance at Beverley latest. Bollin Margaret finished in fourth behind the selection last time and is noted, while Bushfire completes the shortlist.

WIN: BIT OFA QUIRKE

RACE 7

DANGER: BOLLIN MARGARET

ANNALEE LASS rates a solid contender based on the pick of her all-weather form and she is fancied to make a winning turf debut here. She lost little in defeat when filling the runner-up spot at Wolverhampton last time, but the unexposed Centerstage has been gradually dropping in the handicap and should not be underestimated. Ribkana also warrants a market check.

WIN: ANNALEE LASS

DANGER: CENTERSTAGE

7 PEPPER LANE (27)

Ch m Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Maid To Matter

Owner: MrsLynneLumley&MrKNicholson

Trainer: DavidO’Meara,Nawton

Sponsor: ConorJ.C.Parsons&BrianM.Parsons

5 8 9 (6)

Jockey: Graham Gibbons

Form: 600100 C

Breeder:D.J.Lumley(Builders)

TIMEFORMVIEW Bounced right back to bestwhen landing Great St Wilfred forsuccessiveyearrunning inAugust. No excuses inYork Listed race last time and hasn’t stayed on previous tries over 7f StarRatingHHHHH Official BHARating 99

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1 Owner’s Colours (illustration)

2 Saddle Cloth Number

3 Name of Horse

4 Sire

5 Birthplace of Horse (if not GB)

6 No. of Days since last ran

7 Dam

8 Age

9 Weight (st lbs)

10 Draw

11 Form Guide

12 Owner

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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FIRST RACE 5.25

THE BRITISH EBF 40TH ANNIVERSARYRESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Band D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

for maiden two yrs old

Total prize fund £9000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232.

(Penalty Value £4710.60) SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This race is a five furlongs maiden stakes for two-yearolds. Maiden races provide a starting point for young horses that are yet to record a victory and most will be very lightly-raced or be making their racecourse debuts. Previous experience can count for a lot when searching for the winner but well-bred or precocious juveniles are more than capable of landing the prize at the first time of asking.

FIVE FURLONGS

1 HALA EMARAATY (IRE) (-) 9 7 (2)

B c Kodiac - Terrifically (IRE)

Owner: Ahmad Al Shaikh

Trainer: Alice Haynes, Newmarket

Sponsor: Colourpin

Jockey: Kieran O’Neill

Form:

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 31. £14,000 2-y-o, Kodiac colt. Dam unraced half-sister to Prix Morny winner

Unfortunately. Yard have made a bright start with their juveniles this term and he’s a newcomer to note.

2 BACK BEFORE DARK (GB) (-)

B f Territories (IRE) - Out of The Dark (IRE)

Owner: Moment of Madness 3

Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton

Sponsor: Herbs Unlimited

9 2 (3)

Jockey: Sam James

Form:

Breeder: Glebe Farm Stud & Peter & Ross Doyle

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 13. £12,000 yearling, Territories filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 7f winner Go Greta and 1m winner Fiji Gold. Dam 7f winner Interesting what the market makes of her on debut.

3 BAZBALL (IRE) (11)

B f Estidhkaar (IRE) - Sofi’s Spirit (IRE)

Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 5 & E Burke

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Sponsor: Cumbria Stonework

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

9 2 (4)

Jockey: Andrew Elliott

Form: 5

Breeder: Sherbourne Lodge

TIMEFORM VIEW Estidhkaar filly Showed some ability when fifth in 12-runner Beverley maiden (5f, soft) 11 days ago, keeping on final 100 yds. Likely type to do better Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

4 GRAY’S INN (IRE) (-)

Gr f Inns of Court (IRE) - Syamantaka (IRE)

Owner: Crystal Clear Racing

Trainer: Ollie Pears, Malton

Sponsor: Tote

9 2 (6)

Jockey: James Sullivan

Form:

Breeder: Rathasker Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 16. 10,000 gns yearling, Inns of Court filly Dam unraced half-sister to very smart winner up to 1m (stayed 1 1/4m) Diamond Green. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

5

GREY GRAY (GB) (9)

B f Expert Eye - Manana Chica (IRE)

Owner: The Serendipity Partnership

Trainer: Ed Dunlop, Newmarket

Sponsor: Tattersalls

9 2 (7)

Jockey: Paul Hanagan

Form: 22

Breeder: Bearstone Stud Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced filly 4/1, matched debut form when second of 6 in maiden at Brighton (5.3f, good) 9 days ago and a repeat here gives her sound claims. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

6 LADY DANDYLION (IRE) (-)

B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Wind Storm

Owner: THE 1891 GROUP & PARTNER

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Legacy It Consultants Limited

9 2 (5)

Jockey: David Allan

Form:

Breeder: Ballyhane

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 14. €15,000 yearling, Dandy Man filly. Dam, maiden (stayed 1m), half-sister to useful winner up to 1m Electrelane. Market should guide on debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

7 PATASOLA (IRE) (20) 9 2 (1)

B f Bungle Inthejungle - Gizi Gazelle (IRE)

Owner: Habton Racing

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Jockey: Duran Fentiman

Form: 5

Breeder: Philip Gilligan & Anne Gilligan

TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced filly. 66/1, fifth of 7 in maiden at Thirsk (5f, heavy) on debut 20 days ago, running green under 2f out and not knocked about. Probably one for nurseries further down the line.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: THE RIDLER 2 9 7 Paul Hanagan 9-4 (Richard Fahey) 10 ran

Betting Forecast: 9-4 Grey Gray (GB), 11-4 Hala Emaraaty (IRE), 13-2 Bazball (IRE), 7-1 Lady Dandylion (IRE), 8-1 Back Before Dark (GB), 16-1 Gray’s Inn (IRE), 18-1 Patasola (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

GREY GRAY arrives having filled the runners-up spot both starts to date, latterly at Brighton 9 days ago, and she can put her experience to good use and come out on top. Alice Haynes has made a bright start with her juveniles and newcomer Hala Emaraaty is one to note Bazball is also worth a look.

PREDICTION: 1.GREY GRAY 2.HALA EMARAATY (IRE) 3.BAZBALL (IRE)

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.

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.

POSITION OF STALLS

Straight courSe and 2 mileS - Stand Side round courSe - inSide rail

HBLB CONTRIBUTIONS 2023

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £348,910 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from May to August 2023.

NO SMOKING

With legislation now in force, Ripon Racecourse is a No Smoking area.

You will still be permitted to smoke in all outside areas, including the grandstands, balconies and of course on the lawns. Smoking is now prohibited in any enclosed area, bar or restaurant. Ashtrays have been provided all over the course and we ask that you make use of them to keep Ripon Racecourse a clean and tidy area.

RIPON STABLES CHAMPIONSHIP

POINTS SCORED AS FOLLOWS:

BEST TURNED OUT – 5 POINTS

WINNER – 4 POINTS

SECOND – 3 POINTS

THIRD – 2 POINTS

FOURTH – 1 POINT

THE TRADITIONAL FAMILY FUNDAY SUNDAY 21ST MAY MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)

for maiden three yrs old

Total prize fund £8000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

No Horse

1 TALHA (GB) (14)

Ch g Havana Grey - My Lea (IRE)

Owner: KHK Racing

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

RACE DESCRIPTION

This six furlong contest for three-year-old’s only is another maiden stakes - a race for horses that have yet to record a racecourse victory There are a variety of reasons why the older horses in this race could still be maidens. 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

9 7 (1)

Jockey: David Nolan

Form: 22-2

Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Has finished runner-up on all 3 outings so far, improving after 6 months off in 11-runner minor event at Doncaster (6f, heavy) a fortnight ago. Should be thereabouts once again.

2 TAWALLA (IRE) (16)

B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Afdhaad

Owner: Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum

Trainer: Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket

9 7 (4)

Jockey: Callum Shepherd

Form: 6-2

Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved from debut despite still looking a work in progress after 6 months off when second of 9 in minor event (14/1) at Catterick (5f, good to soft) 16 days ago. Open to further improvement as he gains experience.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

3 WILLIAM DEWHIRST (IRE) (31)

B g Sioux Nation (USA) - Two Pass (IRE)

Owner: Widdup, Nicol, Cleevely, Tocher, Barclay

Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham

Sponsor: Spec-Tran

9 7 (3)

Jockey: Graham Lee

Form: 42

Breeder: Summerhill & Camas Park

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved from debut when second of 9 in minor event (10/1) at Pontefract (6f, heavy) 31 days ago, just failing having led briefly before the line. Should have more to offer. Engaged 6.40 Thirsk Thursday.

4 HARRIET’S ANGEL (GB) (10)

B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Via Lattea (IRE)

Owner: Mr Paul Turner

Trainer: Ed Dunlop, Newmarket

Sponsor: Tattersalls

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

9 2 (2)

Jockey: Hector Crouch

Form: 43

Breeder: Via Lattea Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced filly 16/1, built on debut promise while still looking far from the finished article when third of 8 in maiden at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 10 days ago. Open to progress.

DECLARED RUNNERS 4

Betting Forecast:

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

2022: ORIGINTRAIL (IRE) 3 9 2 Paul Mulrennan 3-1 (Ben Haslam) 8 ran

13-8 Talha (GB), 9-4 William Dewhirst (IRE), 9-2 Tawalla (IRE), 5-1 Harriet’s Angel (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

Tough to split these but TALHA has finished runner-up on each of his 3 outings so far and with further improvement not ruled out this looks a good opportunity for Richard Fahey’s charge to go a place better Tawalla (engaged Thirsk Thursday) was much improved from debut despite still looking a work in progress so he can give the selection most to think about, ahead of Harriet’s Angel.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TALHA 2.TAWALLA (IRE) 3.HARRIET’S ANGEL

SIX FURLONGS

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

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

The Great British Bonus (GBB) offers multiple bonuses of up to £20,000 per eligible race for British-bred fillies and mares.

CUSTOMERS OF THE BOARDS

Customers of the Boards and Rails bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately on receipt, as mistakes cannot be rectified after the “off”.

Customers a re reminded to retain all betting tickets until after the weigh-in, as immediate payment will be made only on production of the original ticket. All tickets will remain valid for one month

HEALTH & SAFETY NOTICE

Ripon Racecourse requests that you observe all Health & Safety requirements whilst you are here today. Please do not stand in the aisles of the Grandstand as this could prevent access in an emergency. We would also request that only those that are disabled use the disabled viewing ramp and that parents keep a close eye on all children and prevent them from climbing the running rails and getting onto the actual racecourse.

We would like to remind racegoers that the first aid rooms are located at the rear of the Weighing Room and in the Course Enclosure Building.

THE RIPON RACES LADIES DAY 22ND JUNE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £9000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232.

(Penalty Value £4710.60) SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

1 MANILA SCOUSE (GB) (563)

B g Aclaim (IRE) - Forever Excel (IRE)

Owner: Ambrose Turnbull & John Cruces

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a five furlongs handicap race for four-yearolds and upwards which have been rated from 56 to 75 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.

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Jockey: David Allan

Form: 5221/- D

Breeder: Wayne Clifford

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner Off 18 months (gelded in the interim) ahead of this handicap debut and it will be interesting to see what the market has to say.

2 GLORY FIGHTER (GB) (40)

B g Kyllachy - Isola Verde

Owner: Robert & Sheila Bradley

Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

Sponsor: Industrial Racking Supplies Ltd

7 9 8 (2)

Jockey: Graham Lee

Form: 20006-3 D

Breeder: Mr & Mrs P. Hopper & Mr & Mrs M. Morris

TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2021. Bit below form third of 10 in handicap (11/1) at Doncaster (5f, heavy) 40 days ago. Entitled to come on for that and he’s now 1lb lower.

3 REIGNING PROFIT (IRE) (7) 4

Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Reign (IRE)

Owner: The Chancers

Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington

Sponsor: Xre Construction Training Ltd

9 7 (4)

Jockey: James Sullivan

Form: 00-5115 D

Breeder: Rosemont Stud Pty Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Two wins from 4 runs this year, the latest at Pontefract earlier this month. 10/3, fifth of 6 in handicap at Goodwood (5f, good to soft) 7 days ago. That was a Class 2 contest and he’s a big player back in 0-75 company. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 73 (+6)

4 LOTUS ROSE (GB) (13)

B f Showcasing - Ealaan (USA)

4 9 4 (5)

Jockey: Sam James

Owner: The Roses Partnership & R G Fell Form: 4100-03 CD

Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton

Sponsor: R & E Bamford Limited, OR8WELLNESS

Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Creditable third of 12 in handicap at Doncaster (6f, soft, 40/1) 13 days ago. Likely to be in the thick of things once again off the same mark. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 70

5

GLORY HALLELUJAH (IRE) (18)

Ch g Cotai Glory - Island Vision (IRE)

Owner: Mr J Raybould & Mr S Perkins

Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Sponsor: Alexanders York

4 8 12 (3)

Jockey: Alex Jary (7)

Form: 1340-00 D

Breeder: Kangyu International Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW 9 3/4 lengths last of 10 to Reigning Profit in handicap at Pontefract (5f, good to soft, 40/1) 18 days ago. Looks set for another struggle.

6 JOHN KIRKUP (GB) (18)

Ch g Assertive - Bikini

Owner: Mrs Suzanne Kirkup & Mr Kevin Kirkup

Trainer: David Thompson, Darlington

Sponsor: THE OSTEOPATH KEVIN KIRKUP

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 64

8 8 11 (7)

Jockey: Paddy Mathers

Form: 06060-0 D

Breeder: W. M. Lidsey

eighth of 10 to Reigning Profit in handicap at Pontefract (5f, good to soft, 15/2) 18 days ago. That run can be excused (always behind after anticipated the start and hitting the stalls) and he’s lurking on an attractive mark. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 63

TIMEFORM VIEW Fifteen runs since last win in 2022. 8 1/2 lengths

7 JAMES WATT (IRE) (34)

B g Morpheus - Tomintoul Singer (IRE)

Owner: Mr M Hammond & partner

Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

Sponsor: Tote

7 8 11 (1)

Jockey: Paul Hanagan

Form: 400-000 CD

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Twelfth of 16 in handicap at Musselburgh (5f, soft, 22/1) 34 days ago. Others make more appeal. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 63

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: JAMES WATT (IRE) 6 9 9 Graham Lee 15-2 (Paul Midgley) 7 ran Blinkers worn by No 6. Visor worn by No 3, 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Running for the first time since Gelding No 1.

Stewards Note: GLORY FIGHTER: Following its run on 2/4/2023 it was reported that the rider lost an iron.

JOHN KIRKUP: Following its run on 24/4/2023 it was reported that the horse’s impetuosity made it slow away Betting Forecast:

7-4 Reigning Profit (IRE), 9-2 Glory Fighter (GB), 5-1 Manila Scouse (GB), 6-1 Lotus Rose (GB), 13-2 John Kirkup (GB), 28-1 James Watt (IRE), 50-1 Glory Hallelujah (IRE)

REIGNING PROFIT came up short in a Class 2 race at Goodwood last week but will prove a tough nut to crack back in calmer waters here. Indeed, Ruth Carr’s charge was a decisive winner of back-to-back Pontefract handicaps prior to that and is taken to exploit this favourable mark (due to go up 6lb). A line can be drawn though John Kirkup’s reappearance spin and he could be the one for the forecast. Manila Scouse has been absent for 18 months but is worth a second look all the same.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.REIGNING PROFIT (IRE)

RACE RESULT

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2.JOHN KIRKUP 3.MANILA SCOUSE

FOURTH RACE 7.05

THE SKY SPORTS RACING SKY 415 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £7000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181.

(Penalty Value £3663.80) SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a two mile handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 65 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 65 in this particular race would be required to carry 5l.b more than a rival rated 60.

about TWO MILES

1 GLORY AND HONOUR (IRE) (9) 7 10

B g Elusive Pimpernel (USA) - On Khee

Owner: The Horse Watchers

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: Gain Equine Nutrition

Jockey: David Nolan

Form: 3-50631

Breeder: Mr Michael D. Hickey

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran up to best when winning weak 6-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f, 15/8) 9 days ago, quickening to lead close home. Carries penalty. Significantly back up in trip and not dismissed in his current mood.

2 YORKINDNESS (GB) (10)

B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Yorkidding

Owner: Mr Paul Robert York

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

4 9 12 (3)

Jockey: Joe Fanning

Form: 2516-24

Breeder: Mr Paul Robert York

TIMEFORM VIEW 9/2, beaten a similar margin as on reappearance when fourth of 7 in handicap at Yarmouth (11.5f, good) 10 days ago. Significantly upped in trip but doesn’t seem particularly well handicapped.

3 TURNER GIRL (IRE) (16)

B f Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Music In My Heart

Owner: Mr Paul Turner

Trainer: Ed Dunlop, Newmarket

Sponsor: Tattersalls

4 9 10 (8)

Jockey: Hector Crouch

Form: 1350-33

Breeder: Lynch Bages Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on reappearance when third of 14 in handicap (14/1) at Catterick (12.1f, soft) 16 days ago (lost a shoe and returned with a small wound to a hind leg). Significantly up in trip. Has to be taken seriously

4 WE’LL GO AGAIN (IRE) (16)

Br g Fast Company (IRE) - Fuzzypeg (IRE)

Owner: NMUS

Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley

Sponsor: Keighley Steel

7 9 6 (4)

Jockey: Laura Pearson (3)

Form: 0/0230/-5

Breeder: Gus Roche

TIMEFORM VIEW Tongue strap on for 1st time in this code, respectable fifth of 14 in handicap at Catterick (12.1f, soft, 22/1) 16 days ago, staying on gradually Significantly up in trip and could well get involved. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 59

5 FIRE EYES (FR) (7) 5 9 3 (6)

B m Toronado (IRE) - Aldayha (IRE)

Owner: Ian Buckley & Ben Buckley

Trainer: Lawrence Mullaney, Malton

Jockey: Brandon Wilkie (7)

Form: 0646-50 BF

Breeder: Ecurie Castillon et al

TIMEFORM VIEW Excuses when seventh of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f, gambled-on 3/1) 7 days ago, doing too much too soon. Significantly up in trip Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 56 (-3)

6 BONNE VITESSE (IRE) (16) 5 9 3 (7)

B m Fast Company (IRE) - Mirabile Dictu (IRE)

Owner: The Golden Cuckoo

Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing

Jockey: Aiden Brookes (5)

Form: 020/64-0

Breeder: Joseph Stewart Investments

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2020. Eleventh of 14 in handicap at Catterick (12.1f, soft, 10/1) 16 days ago, hanging right over 1f out. Significantly back up in trip but others looks stronger.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 56

7 EASTER ICON (GB) (8) 4 9 1 (9)

Ch g Sixties Icon - Vive Ma Fille (GER)

Owner: Mr J. Mitchell

Trainer: Jack Channon, West Ilsley

Sponsor: Jack Channon Racing Limited

Jockey: Paul Hanagan

Form: 304-213 D

Breeder: Jonathan Mitchell

TIMEFORM VIEW Opened his account at Southwell in April. However, he turned in a rather laboured effort when third of 10 in handicap (7/2) at Salisbury (14.2f, good to soft) 8 days ago so will need to bounce back.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 55

8 OH SO CHIC (GB) (32) 6 9 0 (2)

B m Farhh - Lady Hen

Owner: RM&T Holdings Ltd, G Brinton, N Ender

Trainer: Sara Ender, Malton

Jockey: Joanna Mason

Form: 12220-0

Breeder: A. C. Coombs & Mr J. William Rowley

TIMEFORM VIEW First run since leaving Edward Bethell when tailed-off ninth of 13 in handicap at Redcar (16f, soft, 14/1) 32 days ago. Will need to leave that effort well behind.

9 FREEWHEELIN (GB) (32) 5 8 11 (1)

B g Poet’s Voice - Certral

Owner: T T Racing

Trainer: Tom Tate, Tadcaster

Sponsor: Tom Tate Racing

Jockey: Graham Lee

Form: 6-42234 D

Breeder: Kristian Strangeway

TIMEFORM VIEW Below form having a rare outing on turf when fourth of 13 in handicap at Redcar (16f, soft, 7/1) 32 days ago. Easy enough to look elsewhere. Star

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2022: EVALUATION 4 10 0 Callum Rodriguez EVENS (Keith Dalgleish) 7 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 8.

Stewards Note: TURNER GIRL: Following its run on 26/4/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

Betting Forecast:

5-2 Glory And Honour (IRE), 5-1 Turner Girl (IRE), 7-1 Yorkindness (GB), 8-1 Easter Icon (GB), 9-1 We’ll Go Again (IRE), 12-1 Freewheelin (GB), 14-1 Fire Eyes (FR), 16-1 Bonne Vitesse (IRE), 25-1 Oh So Chic (GB)

Cases can be made for several, but TURNER GIRL left her reappearance effort well behind at Catterick just over a fortnight ago so, provided she copes with this extra distance, Ed Dunlop’s filly is fancied to double her career tally. Glory And Honour opened his account for the year at Wolverhampton last Wednesday and he should be in the mix under a penalty, along with We’ll Go Again.

RACE RESULT

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FIFTH RACE 7.40

THE GET YOUR TICKETS AT ripon-races.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £12000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4955; Second £2478; Third £1238; Fourth £619; Fifth £310. (PenaltyValue £6280.80) 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)

1 TWELFTH KNIGHT (IRE) (12)

B g Haatef (USA) - Balm

Owner: Mrs N. Padgett

Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington

Sponsor: Xre Construction Training Ltd

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a six furlongs handicap race for four-yearolds and upwards which have been rated from 66 to 85 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.

4 9 9 (6)

Jockey: James Sullivan

Form: 4604-10 D

Breeder: Castlegrove Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Redcar in April. 11/2, eighth of 10 in handicap at Wetherby (5.5f, good to soft) 12 days ago. Claims here if he puts his best foot forward.

2 MARK’S CHOICE (IRE) (22)

B g Bungle Inthejungle - Ramamara (IRE)

Owner: Cragg Wood Racing

Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton

Sponsor: Fitzdares Limited

7 9 7 (8)

Jockey: Ryan Sexton (3)

Form: 1060-00 CD

Breeder: Northern Bloodstock Agency Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Five-time C&D winner. 14/1 and tongue strap on for 1st time, tenth of 15 in handicap at this C&D (soft) 22 days ago, left poorly placed. Blinkers on 1st time and needs to bounce back.

3 FORTAMOUR (IRE) (22)

B g Es Que Love (IRE) - Kathy Sun (IRE)

Owner: Chris Cleevely & Racing Knights

Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham

Sponsor: Instawood Ltd

7 9 7 (2)

Jockey: Paul Hanagan

Form: 005-054 CD BF

Breeder: D. Ryan, D. S. Ryan & R. A. Williams

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner Fourth of 15 in handicap (9/2) at this C&D (soft) 22 days ago, left poorly placed. Has fallen to a workable mark and one for the shortlist.Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 80

4 MUSCIKA (GB) (22)

B g Kyllachy - Miss Villefranche

Owner: Gallop Racing I

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: Gain Equine Nutrition

9 9 6 (7)

Jockey: Ben Robinson

Form: 013130 D

Breeder: Dukes Stud & Overbury Stallions Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Chelmsford in March. Eleventh of 15 in handicap (11/1) at this C&D (soft) 22 days ago. Looks vulnerable for win purposes. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 79

5 MAY BLOSSOM (GB) (15)

B f Mayson - Almond Branches

Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd 2C & Partner

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: Hambleton Racing Ltd

4 9 6 (9)

Jockey: Richard Oliver

Form: 03515-6

Breeder: Mr J. A. Knox and Mrs M. A. Knox

TIMEFORM VIEW Sixth of 8 in handicap (12/1) at Beverley (5f, good to soft) 15 days ago and again likely to find a few too good.

6 SELBY’S PRIDE (GB) (22)

Gr f Lethal Force (IRE) - Vibrant

Owner: Alison Johnson

Trainer: Tony Coyle, Norton

Sponsor: Tote

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 79

4

9 4 (3)

NON-RUNNER

Jockey:

Form: 00100-0 C D

Breeder: W. P. S. Johnson

Jockey: W.

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. Below form ninth of 15 in handicap (28/1) at this C&D (soft) 22 days ago. Probably best to look elsewhere.

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Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 77

7 COUNT D’ORSAY (IRE) (23) 7 9 3 (1)

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Deira (USA)

Owner: Ambrose Turnbull & John Cruces

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 0600-05 C

Breeder: Corrin Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Thirty-seven runs since last win in 2020. 5/1, below form fifth of 16 in handicap at Beverley (5f, good to soft) 23 days ago. Needs considering. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 76

SIX FURLONGS

8

RICH WATERS (IRE) (202) 5 9 0 (4)

B g Showcasing - Springlike (IRE)

Owner: Ebor Racing Club IX & Grant Tuer

Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton

Sponsor: Tote

Jockey: Sam James

Form: 664330-

Breeder: Springlike Syndicate

TIMEFORM VIEW Visored for 1st time, fourteenth of 20 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, heavy, 17/2), weakening quickly Off 6 months ahead of this debut for new yard and needs to raise his game.

9

SHALLOW HAL (GB) (86) 7 9 0 (5)

B g Mayson - Bazelle

Owner: Ontoawinner 14 & Mrs E Burke

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Jockey: Andrew Elliott

Form: 00-0450 D

Breeder: Mrs J. A. Cornwell

TIMEFORM VIEW 20/1, seventh of 10 in handicap at Kempton (6f) 86 days ago. Visor back on. Others are more persuasive

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2022: FORTAMOUR (IRE) 6 9 9 Paul Mulrennan 13-8 (Ben Haslam) 8 ran

Blinkers worn first time by No 2. Visor worn by No 4, 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 2.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6.

Stewards Note: MUSCIKA: Following its run on 20/4/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right handed. Betting Forecast:

10-3 Fortamour (IRE), 4-1 Count d’Orsay (IRE), 6-1 Twelfth Knight (IRE), 10-1 Muscika (GB), 11-1 Rich Waters (IRE), 12-1 Mark’s Choice (IRE), May Blossom (GB), 14-1 Selby’s Pride (GB), 16-1 Shallow Hal (GB)

It’s been a while since COUNT D’ORSAY last got his head in front but this is a lower-grade handicap than those he is used to contesting, and there were positives to take from his latest effort at Beverley. He gets the nod ahead of Fortamour, who likes it here and looks dangerous on the back of an encouraging effort last time Twelfth Knight is best of the rest.

RACE RESULT

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WEDNESDAY 7TH JUNE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £9000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232.

(Penalty Value £4710.60) SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile and one furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 51 to 70 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.

1 BUSHFIRE (GB) (141) 4

Ch g Australia - Aflame

Owner: Grange Park Racing VII

Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton

Sponsor: Gemma Tutty Racing, Grange Park Racing

Jockey: Sam James

Form: 006326-

Breeder: Kincorth Investments Inc

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed in a couple of AW handicaps towards the end of 2022 but wasn’t at his best on final outing, so needs to get back on track now returning to turf after a break. On the plus side, this does represent a drop in grade.

2 GRIFTER (GB) (189)

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Fleabiscuit (IRE)

Owner: Mr Shaun Sowray

Trainer: Danny Brooke, Middleham

Sponsor: Danny Brooke Racing

4 9 9 (3)

Jockey: Graham Lee

Form: 550540-

Breeder: Lucayan Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran poorly on last Flat outing and soundly beaten all 3 starts over hurdles. Hard to fancy

3 BILLY ROBERTS (IRE) (135)

B g Multiplex - Mi Amor (IRE)

Owner: Country Lane Partnership

Trainer: Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft

Sponsor: Yorkshire Bale, Grange Park Racing

10 9 8 (1)

Jockey: Phil Dennis

Form: 221206- CD

Breeder: Burgage Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended 2022 with a couple of below par efforts but was probably ready for a break at that stage, so could bounce back on this return to action. Won this race last year from 4lb lower.

4

BERTIE’S WISH (IRE) (213)

B g Fast Company (IRE) - Dance Bid

Owner: Mr Alan Baxter

Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek

Sponsor: Pra World Ltd

5 9 8 (6)

Jockey: Kieran O’Neill

Form: 1100/60-

Breeder: D. Kitchin, D. Cahill & M. Davison

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fairly useful form over hurdles during the winter, winning twice, and is potentially well treated back on the Flat, with his stable very much among the winners. Wears first-time tongue strap.

5 CEDAR RAPIDS (IRE) (170) 5 9 4 (2)

Ch g Australia - Song of My Heart (IRE)

Owner: BARRAN & HOGG

Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing

Jockey: Aiden Brookes (5)

Form: 026540-

Breeder: Sir Robert Ogden

TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 21 Flat runs. Produced a rare below par effort when down the field at Dundalk on final outing. Off 170 days. Significantly back up in trip. First run for yard after leaving James McAuley.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 65

6 BOLLIN MARGARET (GB) (15) 6 9 2 (5)

B m Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Bollin Greta

Jockey: David Allan

Owner: Mr D B & Mrs C Lamplough & Partner Form: 46005-4 CD

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Breeder: Habton Farms

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who is well treated after a poor 2022 and caught the eye after 6 months off when fourth of 11 in handicap at Beverley (9.9f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Interesting.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 63

7 BIT OF A QUIRKE (GB) (15) 10 8 11 (7)

Ch g Monsieur Bond (IRE) - Silk (IRE)

Owner: Mr A. Quirke & Mrs G. B. Walford

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Sponsor: Cube3 Construction

Jockey: Paul Hanagan

Form: 51340-3 D

Breeder: Dr A. Gillespie

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who showed he retains a fair level of ability after 8 months off when third of 11 in handicap at Beverley (9.9f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Player if in the same form.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 58

ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 170 YARDS

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: BILLY ROBERTS (IRE) 9 9 4 Phil Dennis 14-1 (Simon Whitaker) 8 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 4. Hood worn by No 4. Visor worn by No 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 6.

Stewards Note: BOLLIN MARGARET: Following its run on 27/4/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

Betting Forecast:

3-1 Bit of A Quirke (GB), 4-1 Bollin Margaret (GB), 9-2 Bushfire (GB), 5-1 Bertie’s Wish (IRE), 7-1 Cedar Rapids (IRE), 10-1 Billy Roberts (IRE), 25-1 Grifter (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

BERTIE’S WISH is potentially well treated back on the Flat given his recent hurdling form and, with his stable very much among the winners of late, he appeals as the most persuasive option. Bollin Margaret endured a disappointing 2022 but has dropped to a handy mark as a result and caught the eye on her reappearance. Bushfire is still lightly-raced for Gemma Tutty and is another to consider dropping in grade.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BERTIE’S WISH (IRE) 2.BOLLIN MARGARET 3.BUSHFIRE

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THE RIPON RACES SUPPORTING RIPON THEATRE FESTIVAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for three yrs old

Total prize fund £7000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181.

(Penalty Value £3663.80) SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

Horse

1 ZAKRAM (IRE) (9)

Gr g Markaz (IRE) - Mattinata

Owner: Mr P. Renoso

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: Pricelessdiscountsonline.Com

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile handicap race for three-year-olds only which have been rated from 46 to 55. 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.

Jockey: Ben Robinson

Form: 225-045

Breeder: Kildaragh Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Fifth of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f, 10/3) 9 days ago and minor place money is probably the best he can hope for.

2 BARROLO (GB) (231)

Gr g Havana Grey - Belatorio (IRE)

Owner: The Weighting Game

Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton

Sponsor: Herbs Unlimited

9 6 (3)

Jockey: Sam James

Form: 000-

Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 200/1, eleventh of 12 in maiden at Haydock (6f, good). Off 7 months and potential improver now upped in trip for this handicap debut.

3 CENTERSTAGE (IRE) (16)

B g Showcasing - Landmark (USA)

Owner: Mr Paul Turner

Trainer: Ed Dunlop, Newmarket

Sponsor: Tattersalls

9 4 (5)

Jockey: Joanna Mason

Form: 000-04

Breeder: Epona Bloodstock Ltd

days ago, unsuited by drop in trip. Improvement needed.

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Fourth of 7 in handicap (8/1) at Catterick (7f, soft)

4 ANNALEE LASS (IRE) (62)

B f Gutaifan (IRE) - Think Snow (USA)

Owner: Mr G. Lavery

Trainer: Lawrence Mullaney, Malton

Jockey: Kieran O’Neill

Form: 00-5312 D

9 4 (1)

Breeder: Miss Leonora Keane

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Newcastle in March. Creditable second of 12 in handicap (11/2) at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 62 days ago. Big chance if able to reproduce AW form on turf Star RatingHHHHH

5 RIBKANA (IRE) (12)

B f Ribchester (IRE) - Simkana (IRE)

Owner: MR D F & MR R C SHEDDEN & PARTNER

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

9 2 (6)

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 06050-5

Breeder: Denis McDonnell

TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable fifth of 10 in handicap at Wetherby (8f, good to soft, 16/1) 12 days ago. Place possibilities Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 48 (-2)

6

AMERRONE (IRE) (16)

Ch g Fast Company (IRE) - Avenbury

Owner: The Weighting Game

9 0 (4)

Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton

Sponsor: Herbs Unlimited

NON-RUNNER

Jockey:

Th 60-0

Form: 60-0

Breeder: Knocktartan House Stud

Knocktartan ng

TIMEFORM VIEW NON RUNNER. Star RatingIIIII Official BHA Rating 45

DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2022: ALBEGREY 3 9 0 David Allan 7-1 (Tim Easterby) 8 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4. Running for the first time since Gelding No 2. Stewards Note:

CENTERSTAGE: Following its run on 26/4/2023 it was reported that the horse was impeded in the final quarter.

RIBKANA: Following its run on 30/4/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed late-on Betting Forecast:

6-4 Annalee Lass (IRE), 9-2 Ribkana (IRE), 5-1 Zakram (IRE), 6-1 Centerstage (IRE), 13-2 Barrolo (GB)

Provided that conditions don’t prove to be an issue now switched to turf, ANNALEE LASS will take plenty of stopping. She lost little caste in defeat when runner-up at Wolverhampton last time and, with just half-a-dozen starts under her belt, she may have more to offer. Barrolo appeals as the type who will raise his game now moving up in trip for this handicap debut and he is preferred to Ribkana for forecast purposes.

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

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RACE CONDITIONS

FIRST RACE 5.25 - THE BRITISH EBF 40TH ANNIVERSARY RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Band D)(EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4710 to the winning horse The second to receive £2210, the third £1104, the fourth £552 and the fifth £275. for maiden two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible, which are in Band D. Enter by noon, May 6th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb. 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, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in 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. For details on bandings and auction values, please refer to the BHA’s Racing Admin website (www2. racingadmin.co.uk). 14 entries at £45. - Closed May 6th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

SECOND RACE 5.55 - THE TRADITIONAL FAMILY FUNDAY SUNDAY 21ST MAY MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981 and the fourth £491. for maiden three yrs old. Enter by noon, May 6th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb. 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. 10 entries at £40. - Closed May 6th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

THIRD RACE 6.30 - THE RIPON RACES LADIES DAY 22ND JUNE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4710 to the winning horse The second to receive £2210, the third £1104, the fourth £552 and the fifth £275. 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). £45 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 29th, 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 at £45. - Closed May 6th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

FOURTH RACE 7.05 - THE SKY SPORTS RACING SKY 415 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 66 and 67; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 4-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 4-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after April 29th, 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 15 entries at £35. - Closed May 6th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

FIFTH RACE 7.40 - THE GET YOUR TICKETS AT ripon-races.co.uk 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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £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. May 10th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 29th, 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 14 entries at £60. - Closed May 6th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

SIXTH RACE 8.15 - THE NEXT EVENING MEETING WEDNESDAY 7TH JUNE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4710 to the winning horse The second to receive £2210, the third £1104, the fourth £552 and the fifth £275. 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). £45 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 29th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. RIPON RACECOURSE EXECITIVE 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 10 entries at £45. - Closed May 6th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

SEVENTH RACE 8.45 - THE RIPON RACES SUPPORTING RIPON THEATRE FESTIVAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for three yrs old only, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 56 and 57; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 10th. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 29th, 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 13 entries, 1 at £7 and 12 at £35. - Closed May 6th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

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