Ripon Racecard - Thursday 22nd June

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Martin Harris

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James Hutchinson

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Andrew Hutchinson

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TODAY’S RACING

FIRST RACE 1:45pm

The Ripon Races Ladies Derby Handicap Stakes

SECOND RACE 2:15pm

The EBF Jenny Roberts Millinery Restricted Novice Stakes

THIRD RACE 2:50pm

The Grantley Hall Handicap Stakes

FOURTH RACE 3:25pm

The Ripon Races Ladies Day Handicap Stakes

FIFTH RACE 4:05pm

The Angel Inn Topcliffe Handicap Stakes

SIXTH RACE 4:45pm

The Kirby Thomas Final Furlong Handicap Stakes

SEVENTH RACE 5:15pm

The Your Harrogate Radio On-Air and Online Handicap Stakes

INFORMATION

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TRACKFACTS

TODAY’S TIPS

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 afternoon and welcome to Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse for Ladies Day!

Our thanks to Ladies Day Marquee and Best Dressed Lady sponsors Grantley Hall, Best Hat sponsor Jenny Roberts Millinery and our presenting partners Your Harrogate. With some great prizes on offer I’m sure both will be well contested as ever. Please join us at the Winners Enclosure at 2.55 to take part or to observe.

On the track we have seven races, kicking off with the Ladies Day Derby at 1.45. Ripon staged the first recorded race for Lady jockeys back in 1723 and its great to kick off our Ladies day 300 years later with the Ladies Day Derby!

We have music on the bandstand today from Ed Sheeran tribute artist, Tom and in the Ladies’ Day Marquee from Frankly Jazz. Remarkably today we reach the half-way point of our season but there is still plenty to look forward to. We’re next in action on the evening of Monday 10th July followed by the Go Racing in Yorkshire Summer Festival meeting on Saturday 22nd July.

We hope you have a thoroughly enjoyable day with us and we hope to see you again soon.

Very best regards.

JAMES HUTCHINSON

Managing Director

WHERE TO EAT & DRINK

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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

TOP COURSE TRAINERS

LEADING TRAINERS AT RIPON (2018-2023)

WITH RUNNERS:

T EASTERBY (77 wins from 550 runners, 14%) runs SAMEEM (1.45), CARNABY PRINCESS and IFONLYTHEYCUDTALK and VINCE L’AMOUR (2.15), CLAIM THE STARS (2.50), HYPERFOCUS and BAY BREEZE (3.25), AMERICAN OAK (4.05), RIBKANA (5.15).

D O’MEARA (42 wins from 255 runners, 16%) runs

COSMOS RAJ (4.45).

R FAHEY (31 wins from 232 runners, 13%) runs SWIFTLY (2.15), STRIKE RED (3.25), BERNIE THE BEAR (5.15).

N TINKLER (15 wins from 125 runners, 12%) runs

FOREVER EIGHTEEN (2.15), WOODLANDS CHARM (2.50).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

C JOHNSTON (20 wins from 81 runners, 25%) runs SIR JOCK BENNETT (4.45).

T EASTERBY (9 wins from 92 runners, 10%) runners listed above

E DUNLOP (8 wins from 32 runners, 25%) runs GREEK GIANT (4.05).

D O’MEARA (6 wins from 62 runners, 10%) runners listed above.

CLASSYTIPS

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

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

D ALLAN (51 wins from 270 rides, 19%) rides

IFONLYTHEYCUDTALK (2.15), CLAIM THE STARS (2.50), HYPERFOCUS (3.25), AMERICAN OAK (4.05), FALCON NINE (4.45), RIBKANA (5.15).

PHANAGAN (15 wins from 116 rides, 13%) rides

EAST BANK (2.15), KING OF SPEED (2.50).

DURAN FENTIMAN (14 wins from 106 rides, 13%) rides CARNABY PRINCESS (2.15), BAY BREEZE (3.25).

D NOLAN (13 wins from 75 rides, 17%) rides BERNIE THE BEAR (5.15).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

D ALLAN (7 wins from 37 rides, 19%) rides listed above

D E HOGAN (5 wins from 22 rides, 23%) rides

FLAME SPIRIT (4.45).

B CURTIS (5 wins from 47 rides, 11%) rides

ARRAN BAY (2.15), JOHN KIRKUP (2.50), GREEK GIANT (4.05), NAKANO (4.45), ASGARD’S CAPTAIN (5.15).

S JAMES (5 wins from 33 rides, 15%) rides BARG (2.15), LEZARDRIEUX (2.50), JUSTANOTHERBOTTLE (3.25), LOUGH LEANE (4.05), RIEVAULX RAVER (4.45), BARROLO (5.15).

The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 2.15 EAST BANK (down 3 grades); 4.05 BEYOND BEAUTY (down 3 grades).

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 20th June.

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 1.45 The Resdev Way (won off 50 down 4lb to 46); 2.50 Woodlands Charm (won off 69 down 3lb to 66); Point Of Woods (won off 54 down 8lb to 46); Lezardrieux (won off 76 down 9lb to 67); 3.25 Significantly (won off 96 down 9lb to 87); 4.45 Cosmos Raj (won off 77 down 7lb to 70).

LONGEST TRAVELLERS

GOOD IMPRESSION (1.45) trained by B J Llewellyn, Bargoed, distance of 227 miles. ARRAN BAY (2.15) trained by M Murphy & M Keady, Westoning, distance of 181 miles. URBAN CHAMPION (5.15) trained by R Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh, distance of 173 miles LOUGH LEANE (4.05) trained by D M Simcock, GREEK GIANT (4.05) trained by E Dunlop, FLAME SPIRIT (4.45) trained by J Tate, BLUEFLAGFLYINGHIGH (4.45) trained by M Bell, OPEN MIND (3.25) trained by S bin Suroor, FALCON NINE (4.45) trained by Sir M Stoute - all Newmarket, distance of 172 miles. KING OF SPEED (2.50) trained by D M Loughnane, Kidderminster, distance of 165 miles.

RACE 1

ValleyOfFlowerswas an encouraging runner-up at Beverleyon herreappearance and is likely to prove popular here along with The Resdev Way, who only found one too good atWetherbylast time.The booking ofSerena Brotherton catches the eye onJamih,who is better than he showed at Thirsk last time in a race which signalled a return to form of HER WAY.The latterfinished an encouraging fourth there and could take some pegging back if adopting the same forcing tactics.

WIN: HER WAY

RACE 2

WIN: BARG

RACE 3

DANGER: VALLEY OF FLOWERS

All three previous winners, East Bank, Professor Tickle and Catton Lady have plenty to recommend them, but the unpenalised BARG may prove too good on this occasion in receipt ofweight. Karl Burke’s colt, whose price more than doubled from foal to yearling, shaped like a surefire future winner when a keeping on third of 14 on his recent debut over this trip at Thirsk and he can put that experience to good use.

DANGER: EAST BANK

Hurstwood probably ran better than ever when notching a third C&D success last time out but a 7lb rise might just prove too much to overcome, given that Indian Sounds goes unpenalised for a decisive success in an apprentices’ event at Pontefract last week, albeit over5f ClaimThe Stars also brings winning form to the table but anyvalue may lie with the well-handicapped C&D winnerWOODLANDS CHARM, who bounced back to form when a runner-up at Catterick recently.

WIN: WOODLANDS CHARM

RACE 4

DANGER: INDIAN SOUNDS

Hyperfocus struck in the Silver Sprint at this track last time and he is likely to be bang there once more, as he only goes off a 2lb higher rating. However, he could play second fiddle to ITJUSTTAKES TIME, who had Twelfth Knight (second) behind last time over C&D in a class 3 event. The five-year-old is fancied to make it three out of his last four for the Mark Walford yard. Significantly is of interest wearing first-time cheekpieces.

WIN: ITJUSTTAKES TIME

RACE 5

DANGER: HYPERFOCUS

GREEK GIANThas to carry6lb extra forhis latest success at Brighton in a classified stakes. The son of Teofilo looks to have found a golden opportunity to go in again and bring the treble up forthe in-form Ed Dunlop stable.The main danger might be Lough Leane,whowas beaten undera length in this grade atYarmouth on his latest outing and he could have a say off 1lb higher. Edwina Sheeran could get involved if she produces the form of her penultimate run.

WIN: GREEK GIANT

RACE 6

DANGER: LOUGH LEANE

SirJock Bennett and Rievaulx Raver both arrive in winning form, although the former only had three rivals to beat at Haydock and the latter had to share the spoils here.

Sir Michael Stoute doesn’t have too many runners at Ripon so it is perhaps significant that he sends FALCON NINE north, and the well-related son of Ulysses has been freshened up since his handicap debut fourth at Newcastle. Blueflagflyinghigh might be able to play a part too.

WIN: FALCON NINE

RACE 7

DANGER: BLUEFLAGFLYINGHIGH

The money arrived for BARROLO ahead of his seasonal/handicap debut over C&D and he didn’t disappoint, coming home a length and a half clear of Ribkana. There is likely to be much more to come from the Grant Tuer-trained grey and he can follow up. Bernie The Bear has occupied the runner-up berth on each of his last two outings and he can fight it out with Beverley runner-up Girl From Italy for that position here.

WIN: BARROLO

DANGER: BERNIE THE BEAR

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 1.45

THE RIPON RACES LADIES DERBY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (FOR FEMALE AMATEUR JOCKEYS)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £7000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3022; Second £1511; Third £755; Fourth £378; Fifth £189.

(Penalty Value £3476.90) A SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

1 JAMIH (GB) (17)

Ch g Intello (GER) - Hannda (IRE)

Owner: Mr H. L. Thompson

Trainer: Tina Jackson, Loftus

Sponsor: S. M. Thompson Ltd

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile and four furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 55 This race is for female Amateur jockeys only which means these are not professional jockeys 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: Miss Serena Brotherton

Form: 214-540 D

Breeder: T. R. G. Vestey

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth in this race 12 months ago before registering pair of 12f victories on turf thereafter last summer. Ran up to form first 2 starts this campaign but does need to shrug o

on latest start 17 days ago.

2 SAMEEM (IRE) (32)

B g New Approach (IRE) - Ahla Wasahl

Owner: Habton Racing

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Thirsk

7 10 9 (8)

Jockey: Mrs Emily Roberts

Form: 34250-6 C

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. 28/1, sixth of 9 in handicap at this course (9.8f, good to firm) 32 days ago. While since he last got his head in front but entitled to come on for that run and better expected in refitted cheekpieces.

3 HER WAY (GB) (17)

Ch m Charming Thought - On Her Way

Owner: Thoroughbred Homes Ltd

Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton

Sponsor: Gemma Tutty Racing

5 10 6 (2)

Jockey: Miss Alice Keighley

Form: 0/-03604

Breeder: Blue Blood Breeding 3 Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable fourth of 13 in handicap (14/1) at Thirsk (12f, good) 17 days ago, making effort earlier than ideal. Operating from a handy mark if building on that.

4 VALLEY OF FLOWERS (IRE) (22) 5

B m Slade Power (IRE) - Miss Cape (IRE)

Owner: Mrs C. A. Coward

Trainer: Jacqueline Coward, Sheriff Hutton

10 5 (5)

Jockey: Miss Rosie Howarth

Form: 60606-2

Breeder: Denis Noonan

TIMEFORM VIEW 5/1, good second of 9 in handicap at Beverley (12.1f, good to firm) 22 days ago, headway under pressure final 1f and keeping on. Likely player with a repeat from this mark.

5 GOOD IMPRESSION (GB) (248) 8 10 2 (1)

B g Showcasing - Daintily Done

Owner: B. M. G. Group

Trainer: Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed

Jockey: Miss Jessica Llewellyn

Form: 0200/06- D

Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Flat winner who capitalised on reduced hurdles mark when adding to his tally in that sphere at Newton Abbot (16.7f) 15 days ago, kept up to work. Cheekpieces back on returned to the level.

6 POINT OF HONOUR (IRE) (264)

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Shamayel

Owner: Mr James Binks

Trainer: Craig Lidster, Easingwold

Sponsor: Tote

8 10 1 (7)

Jockey: Miss Pippa Brown

Form: 314640-

Breeder: Rossenarra Stud Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Ninth of 11 in handicap (18/1) at Wolverhampton (12.2f). Off 8 months. First run for yard after leaving Phillip Makin and the betting may prove a useful guide here. Star Rating

7 THE RESDEV WAY (GB) (16) 10

B g Multiplex - Lady Duxyana

Owner: Resdev

Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Sponsor: Resdev Ltd

10 0 (6)

Jockey: Miss Becky Smith

Form: 006002 D

Breeder: Mickley Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. Second of 6 in handicap at Wetherby (13f, good to firm, 11/1) 16 days ago, well positioned. Task now is to back that up.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 46

ONE MILE ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (12f abt 10yds)

8 TOP ATTRACTION (GB) (12) 6 10 0 (3)

B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Symphonic Dancer (USA)

Jockey: Miss Alice Stevens

Owner: The PQD Partnership Form: 000465

Trainer: Chris Fairhurst, Middleham

Sponsor: Tote

Breeder: Bearstone Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 27 Flat runs. Fifth of 7 in handicap at Catterick (15.9f, good to firm, 16/1) 12 days ago. Down in trip. Visor back on.

9 STARLIGHT ROSE (IRE) (30) 4

Ch f El Kabeir (USA) - Twenty Roses (IRE)

10 0

Jockey: Miss Fern O’Brien

Owner: Trotters Dependent Trayderz Partnership Form: 000006

Trainer: Thomas Dowling, Ireland

Breeder: Highpark Bloodstock Ltd

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TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden. Visored for 1st time, respectable sixth of 11 in claimer at Gowran (9.4f, good to soft, 33/1) 30 days ago. Interesting if the market speaks in her favour back up in trip

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2022: SAULIRE STAR (IRE) 4 10 5 Miss Emily Easterby 9-4 (Tim Easterby) 11 ran Hood worn by No 4. Blinkers worn by No 3. Visor worn by No 8. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 9.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2, 5.

Stewards Note: JAMIH: Following its run on 5/6/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Betting Forecast:

7-2 Valley of Flowers (IRE), 6-1 Good Impression (GB), 13-2 The Resdev Way (GB), 7-1 Her Way (GB), 15-2 Sameem (IRE), 8-1 Jamih (GB), 14-1 Point of Honour (IRE), Top Attraction (GB), Starlight Rose (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

SAMEEM’s losing run tempers enthusiasm but he’s tumbled in the weights and, having shaped as if he’d come on a good deal for his comeback over shorter here 32 days ago, he could just be worth chancing with the cheekpieces refitted. Her Way hinted at a revival at Thirsk recently and along with Valley of Flowers, heads up the dangers.

RACE RESULT

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THE EBFJENNYROBERTS MILLINERYRESTRICTED

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 £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 six furlongs Novice Stakes is restricted to two-year-olds which are EBF eligible 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.

1 EAST BANK (GB) (53) 9 11 (11)

B c Aclaim (IRE) - Twist of Magic (IRE)

Owner: Craig Lidster Racing Club

Trainer: Craig Lidster, Easingwold

Sponsor: Craig Lidster Racing Club

Jockey: Paul Hanagan

Form: 15

Breeder: Twist of Magic Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW Knew his job and knuckled down well to make a winning debut at Beverley (5f) in April. Seemingly not himself when fifth under a penalty in 6-runner Musselburgh novice (5f) later that month and no surprise to see a better showing returning from 53 days off Star Rating

2 PROFESSOR TICKLE (GB) (9) (2lb)

B c Profitable (IRE) - Tickle Me (GER)

Owner: D Lowe & S Hoyland

Trainer: David Loughnane, Tern Hill

Sponsor: Dave Loughnane Racing

9 9 (15)

Jockey: Laura Pearson (3)

Form: 51 D

Breeder: Mr & Mrs David Brown

TIMEFORM VIEW Profitable colt who showed benefit of debut run (very green) when comfortably landing 5-runner Brighton maiden (6f) 9 days ago, making all. Draw looks a favourable one and worth a second look.

3

ARRAN BAY (GB) (16)

B or Br c Cable Bay (IRE) - Tan Tan

Owner: Bronte Collection 1

Trainer: Mike Murphy & Michael Keady, Westoning

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

9 4 (16)

Jockey: Ben Curtis

Form: 0

Breeder: Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. 25/1, ninth of 10 in minor event at Lingfield (6f, AW) on debut 16 days ago, weakening under 2f out. Needs to leave that in his wake if he’s to feature.

4 BARG (IRE) (17)

B c Soldier’s Call - Forever More (IRE)

Owner: Ahmad Bintouq & E Burke

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Sponsor: KB Spigot Ltd

9 4 (9)

Jockey: Sam James

Form: 3

Breeder: Robert John Moyles

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising type. Third of 14 in maiden (9/2) at Thirsk (6f, good) on debut 17 days ago, grabbing a place final 1f Open to improvement and worth considering for all his future likely lies over further Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

5 BAY OF AUSTRALIA (IRE) (-)

B c Inns of Court (IRE) - Rosy Life (IRE)

Owner: Cragg Wood Racing 1

Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton

Sponsor: Fitzdares Limited

9 4 (13)

Jockey: Dougie Costello

Form:

Breeder: Mr Pat Turley

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 28. €30,000 2-y-o, Inns of Court colt. Dam, French maiden (stayed 10.5f) out of smart 5f/6f (including at 2 yrs) winner Artistic Jewel. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

6 CATTON LADY (GB) (21) (2lb) 9 4 (2)

B f Time Test - Soodad

Owner: W. H. & Mrs J. A. Tinning & Mrs C Wallis

Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton

Sponsor: Stittenham Farms

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Form: 1

Breeder: Bloomsbury Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Time Test filly from a stable not known for debut winners but made winning start all the same in 9-runner Carlisle maiden (5f) 3 weeks ago, staying on to lead close home. That form only modest but she could well build on that here.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

7 CRACK THE KODE (IRE) (22) 9 4 (5)

B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Speed Skater

Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd XLVII

Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton

Sponsor: Hambleton Racing Ltd

Jockey: Shane Gray

Form: 40

Breeder: Rathbarry Stud & Lameck Mack

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. 13/2, seventh of 8 in maiden at Hamilton (5f, good to firm) 22 days ago, weakening over 1f out. Nurseries may prove more his bag moving forward.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

SIX FURLONGS

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DUE CONSIDERATION (GB) (-)

B g Due Diligence (USA) - Empress Livia

Owner: Middleham Park Racing XCVI

Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay

Sponsor: Tattersalls

9 4 (8)

Jockey: Connor Murtagh

Form:

Breeder: Denniff Farms Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 8. 21,000 gns yearling, Due Diligence gelding. Half-brother to 7f-9f winner

Thinking About You and useful 1m winner Julia Augusta. Dam unraced. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

9

FOREVER EIGHTEEN (IRE) (-)

B c Mehmas (IRE) - Three Choirs (IRE)

Owner: WOODLANDS RACING 2

Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Sponsor: Alexanders York

9 4 (12)

Jockey: Rowan Scott

Form:

Breeder: Pier House Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 13. £20,000 2-y-o, Mehmas colt. Dam maiden half-sister to smart winner up to 7f

The Right Man, won Al Quoz Sprint. Yard’s newcomers usually better for a run. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

10

IFONLYTHEYCUDTALK (IRE) (17)

Ch c Soldier’s Call - Union City Blues (IRE)

Owner: Kate Barrett & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Thoroughbred Business Management Ltd

9 4 (6)

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 00

Breeder: Tom McDonald

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. Ninth of 14 in maiden at Thirsk (6f, good, 80/1) 17 days ago, losing place 2f out. Can only be watched. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

11 MASTER ELI (GB) (17)

B c Eqtidaar (IRE) - Tweety Pie (IRE)

Owner: Mrs P A Johnson & Mr C H Stephenson

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Sponsor: Tote, Cube3 Construction

Jockey: Jack Garritty

Form: 0

9 4 (7)

Breeder: Mrs P. A. Johnson

TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. Twelfth of 14 in maiden at Thirsk (6f, good, 28/1) on debut 17 days ago, showing only greenness. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

12 MR IRRELEVANT (IRE) (24)

B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Midsomer (IRE)

Owner: The Muffed Punt Partnership

Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton

Sponsor: Herbs Unlimited

9 4 (3)

Jockey: Ben Robinson

Form: 0

Breeder: River Downs Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. Ninth of 14 in minor event at Redcar (5f, good, 25/1) on debut 24 days ago, held up and never a threat. This ought to reveal more. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

13

VINCE L’AMOUR (IRE) (-)

B c Invincible Army (IRE) - Red Romance

Owner: Reality Partnerships X

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Jockey: Phil Dennis

Form:

9 4 (10)

Breeder: Mark Hanly & Stephanie Hanly

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 19. €36,000 foal, £23,000 yearling, Invincible Army colt. Dam 7f winner Market should guide on debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

14

MADAME CHRISTINE (GB) (-)

Gr f Havana Grey - Tranquil Flight

Owner: Mrs Liz Ingham

Trainer: Ann Duffield, Leyburn

Sponsor: Sims Suzuki

8

13 (4)

Jockey: Graham Lee

Form:

Breeder: Llety Farms

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 14. 48,000 gns yearling, 32,000 gns 2-y-o, Havana Grey filly Half-sister to several winners, including 1 1/4m-1 3/4m winner Beat The Breeze and winner up to 6f Classic Flyer. Dam unraced. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

15 SWIFTLY (GB)

B f Tasleet - New Falcon (IRE)

Owner: Bearstone Stud Limited

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Sponsor: Holdcroft Motor Group

(-)

Jockey: Andrew Mullen

Form:

Breeder: Bearstone Stud

8 13 (14)

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 30. 30,000 gns yearling, Tasleet filly. Half-sister to several winners, including 2-y-o 6f/7f winner Prairie Falcon and 1m winner Falcon’s Vision. Interesting newcomer

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

16 CARNABY PRINCESS (GB) (-) (2lb) 8 11 (1)

B f National Defense - Quite Sharp

Owner: Mr Martin Adams, Mr Neil Arton & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Jockey: Duran Fentiman

Form:

Breeder: Sun Bloodstock Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 8. 1,500 gns foal, National Defense filly Half-sister to useful 2-y-o 5f winner Rogue Spirit. Likely best watched on debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

DECLARED RUNNERS 16 2022: GREY FORCE ONE 2 9 2 Paul Mulrennan 50-1 (Chris Fairhurst) 7 ran

Stewards Note:

EAST BANK: Following its run on 30/4/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Betting Forecast:

4-1 Barg (IRE), 11-2 Professor Tickle (GB), 7-1 East Bank (GB), 8-1 Swiftly (GB), 9-1 Catton Lady (GB), 16-1 Crack The Kode (IRE), Due Consideration (GB), 18-1 Bay of Australia (IRE), 22-1 Madame Christine (GB), 25-1 Forever Eighteen (IRE), 28-1 Mr Irrelevant (IRE), Vince L’Amour (IRE), 33-1 Carnaby Princess (GB), 40-1 Arran Bay (GB), 66-1 Ifonlytheycudtalk (IRE), Master Eli (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

BARG showed definite signs of promise when keeping on for third on debut in a Thirsk maiden (6f) 17 days ago and with progress anticipated, he could be worth chancing to come out on top. Professor Tickle and East Bank are others to consider, with Swiftly a newcomer to note

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BARG (IRE)

2.PROFESSOR TICKLE 3.EAST

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

Jenny Roberts of Jenny Roberts Millinery will select the best turned out for this race and present a trophy to winning connections.

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THE GRANTLEY HALL 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 six furlongs handicap race for four-yearolds 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 5lb more than a rival rated 60.

1 LEZARDRIEUX (GB) (12) 6 9 11 (2)

B g Due Diligence (USA) - M’Selle (IRE)

Owner: Allerton Racing & G Tuer

Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton

Jockey: Sam James

Form: 40-2014 D

Breeder: D. R. Tucker

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Catterick in May Below-par fourth of 7 in handicap (15/2) at Catterick (6f, good to firm) 12 days ago so needs to bounce back.

2 WOODLANDS CHARM (IRE)

B f Kodiac - Causeway Charm (USA)

Owner: Woodlands Racing & Middleham Park Racing

Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Sponsor: Alexanders York

(12) 4

Jockey: Rowan Scott

Form: 60-0002 CD

9 10 (7)

Breeder: Lynn Lodge Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Good second of 7 in handicap at Catterick (6f, good to firm, 25/1) 12 days ago. In the picture once more.

3 CLAIM THE STARS

(IRE) (13)

B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Ponty Acclaim (IRE)

Owner: REALITY PARTNERSHIPS XV

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

4 9 8 (9)

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 30-3001 D

Breeder: Rockhart Trading Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 12/1, won 15-runner handicap at Thirsk (6f, good) 13 days ago, suited by way race developed. Not taken lightly despite a 7lb rise

4 KING OF SPEED (IRE) (10) 4

B g Acclamation - Music And Dance

Owner: Ben Parish & Clare Loughnane

Trainer: Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster

Jockey: Paul Hanagan

Form: 54-6316 D

9 8 (3)

Breeder: Norelands B/Stock & Emma Capon B/Stock

rm) 10 days ago, not ideally placed. Sort to bounce back.

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Leicester in May. 7/2, last of 6 in handicap at Ling

5 INDIAN SOUNDS (IRE) (10)

B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Sarinda

7 9 7 (4)

Jockey: Graham Lee

Owner: I Massheder g shields sandfield racing Form: 040441 D

Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

Breeder: Godolphin

TIMEFORM VIEW 11/4, improved on recent efforts to win 6-runner handicap at Pontefract (5f, good to firm) 10 days ago, well on top finish. Can race off a 1lb lower mark here (due to go up 7lb) so he’s a big player.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 63 (+7)

6 HURSTWOOD (GB) (21) 6 9 6 (1)

Br or Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Haigh Hall

Jockey: Mark Winn (5)

Owner: Hard Held Partnership and Angus Racing Form: 500-051 CD

Trainer: Peter Niven, Malton

Sponsor: P D Niven Racing Ltd

Breeder: Highfield Farm LLP

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained his third C&D win in 11-runner handicap 21 days ago. Also took this event in 2021 so he’s very much one to consider Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 62

7 JOHN KIRKUP (GB) (28) 8 9 4 (5)

Ch g Assertive - Bikini

Owner: Mrs Suzanne Kirkup & Mr Kevin Kirkup

Trainer: David Thompson, Darlington

Sponsor: The Osteopath Kevin Kirkup

Jockey: Ben Curtis

Form: 60-0403 D

Breeder: W. M. Lidsey

TIMEFORM VIEW 11/1, creditable 3/4-length third of 10 to Lezardrieux in handicap at Catterick (6f, good to firm) 28 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Eighteen runs since last win in 2022.

SIX FURLONGS

8

MUMCAT (GB) (13) 4 9 4 (6)

B f Bobby’s Kitten (USA) - Tell Mum

Owner: Mrs Susan E. Mason

Trainer: Jacqueline Coward, Sheriff Hutton

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Form: 230250

Breeder: Brook Stud Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Only 13th of 15 to Claim The Stars in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good, 12/1) 13 days ago, racing closer to pace than ideal. Twenty runs since sole win in 2022. One to note

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 60

9 ROUND THE ISLAND (GB) (21) 10 8 12 (8)

B g Royal Applause - Luanshya

Owner: Nice Day Out Partnership

Jockey: Phil Dennis

Form: 0430-65 CD

Breeder: R. Dollar, T. Adams & G. F. Pemberton

Trainer: Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft

Sponsor: Yorkshire Bale

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Respectable 4 1/4 lengths fifth of 11 to Hurstwood in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 10/1) 21 days ago. Blinkers back on. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 54

10

POINT OF WOODS (GB) (21) 10 8 4 (10)

B g Showcasing - Romantic Myth

Owner: Mr H. L. Thompson

Trainer: Tina Jackson, Loftus

Sponsor: S. M. Thompson Ltd

Jockey: Franny Norton

Form: 000-000 CD

Breeder: Bearstone Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Only ninth of 11 to Hurstwood in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 18/1) 21 days ago. Needs to get back on track. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 46

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

2022: ABSOLUTE DREAM (IRE) 6 9 4 Oisin Orr 8-1 (Richard Fahey) 10 ran Hood worn by No 8. Blinkers worn by No 9. Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 7, 10.

Stewards Note:

WOODLANDS CHARM: Following its run on 10/6/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right under pressure.

POINT OF WOODS: Following its run on 1/6/2023 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on.

Betting Forecast:

15-8 Indian Sounds (IRE), 7-1 Hurstwood (GB), 8-1 Woodlands Charm (IRE), 17-2 John Kirkup (GB), 9-1 Claim The Stars (IRE), 12-1 Lezardrieux (GB), 16-1 Mumcat (GB), 20-1 King of Speed (IRE), 25-1 Round The Island (GB), 66-1 Point of Woods (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

A number of these arrive in good form but INDIAN SOUNDS is able to race off a 1lb lower mark than for his emphatic Pontefract success so gets the nod. Hurstwood is a former winner of this race and is feared most, with Woodlands Charm another C&D scorer who can have a say.

RACE RESULT

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

Tracey Ratcliffe of Grantley Hall will select the best turned out and present a trophy to winning connections of this race.

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 beÿng 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

CHARM (IRE)

THE RIPON RACES LADIES DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £25000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318.

(Penalty Value £12885) SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a six furlongs handicap race for four-yearolds and upwards which have been rated from 86 to 105. 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.

1 OPEN MIND (GB) (26) 4

Br g Cable Bay (IRE) - Bonhomie

Owner: Godolphin

Trainer: Saeed bin Suroor, Newmarket

Sponsor: Emirates Fly Better

Jockey: Dougie Costello

Form: 431-120 D

Breeder: Highclere Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Did well in Dubai at the start of the year but disappointed back in Britain at York last month. Bounce back needed.

2 HYPERFOCUS (IRE) (54)

B or Br g Intense Focus (USA) - Jouel (FR)

Owner: Ryedale Partners No 14

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

9 9 6 (4)

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 3022-01 CD

Breeder: Stephanie Von Schilcher & Gavan Kinch

TIMEFORM VIEW 8/1, career best when winning 10-runner handicap at this course (5f, heavy) 54 days ago. Only nudged up 2lb and likely to give another good account. Star

3 STRIKE RED (IRE) (19)

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Capulet Monteque (IRE)

Owner: Mr Peter Timmins

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Sponsor: Tote

5 9 5 (5)

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Form: 1150-60 D

Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW 20/1, raced closer to the pace than ideal when seventh of 14 in handicap at Epsom (6f, good to firm) 19 days ago. Enters calculations.

4 IT JUST TAKES TIME (IRE) (15) 5 9 4 (3)

Br g Power - War Bride (GER)

Owner: Go Alfresco Racing Partners

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Sponsor: Riverlynx Ltd

Jockey: Jack Garritty

Form: 6-03141 CD

Breeder: Gervin Creaner

TIMEFORM VIEW Nine wins from 30 Flat runs, gaining his latest success when edging out the reopposing Twelfth Knight over C&D 15 days ago. Likely to go well again.

5 JUSTANOTHERBOTTLE (IRE) (15)

Ch g Intense Focus (USA) - Duchess K (IRE)

Owner: Mr Steve Ryan & Mr M J Tedham

Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton

Sponsor: Santry Ltd

9 9 0 (1)

Jockey: Sam James

Form: 50-6000 CD

Breeder: John O’Connor

TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner, including this race 12 months ago. Yet to find his best form this year (behind It Just Takes Time and Twelfth Night over C&D latest) but he is well treated if staging a revival.

6 TWELFTH KNIGHT (IRE) (15) 4 8 12 (8)

B g Haatef (USA) - Balm

Owner: Mrs N. Padgett

Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington

Sponsor: XRE Construction Training Ltd

Jockey: Ryan Sexton (3)

Form: 04-1012 CD

Breeder: Castlegrove Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Pair of wins this spring, the latter over C&D. Only just denied another win when collared late on by It Just Takes Time here 15 days ago. Another bold show likely

7 SIGNIFICANTLY (GB) (30)

B g Garswood - Rosebride

Owner: Mr N. O’Keeffe

Trainer: Julie Camacho, Malton

Sponsor: Brook Stud Bloodstock Ltd, McIvors.co.uk

ting 87

5 8 12 (6)

Jockey: Graham Lee

Form: 00000-4 D

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

since leaving Karl Burke when creditable fourth of 8 in handicap at Ayr (6f, good to firm) on reappearance 30 days ago, running on. Cheekpieces on first time. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 87

TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2021. 9/1, first run

SIX FURLONGS

8 BAY BREEZE (GB) (15) 4 8 11 (7)

B g Buratino (IRE) - Midnight Mojito

Jockey: Duran Fentiman

Owner: Mr D. A. West & Partner Form: 0-01213 CD

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: Habton Farms

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in April and went in again at Thirsk last month. Good length third of 8 to It Just

Takes Time and Twelfth Knight back here 15 days ago, keeping on well.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 86

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: JUSTANOTHERBOTTLE (IRE) 8 9 9 Kevin Stott 5-1 (Kevin Ryan) 7 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 7. Blinkers worn by No 5.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2.

Stewards Note:

OPEN MIND: Following its run on 27/5/2023 it was reported that the horse never travelled.

Betting Forecast:

4-1 It Just Takes Time (IRE), 9-2 Twelfth Knight (IRE), 11-2 Hyperfocus (IRE), 8-1 Justanotherbottle (IRE), Bay Breeze (GB), 17-2 Significantly (GB), 10-1 Open Mind (GB), 14-1 Strike Red (IRE)

TWELFTH KNIGHT and It Just Takes Time are closely matched on recent C&D form, with the former taken to get the better of the argument this time from his handy rail draw. This looks slightly easier than the races Strike Red has contested so far this season and he should also be in the mix.

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

A representative of Ripon Racecourse will select the best turned out for this race and present a trophy to winning connections.

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.

THE RIPON EXECUTIVE WISH TO THANK:

For their generous sponsorship today

PLAY SMARTER

THE ANGEL INN TOPCLIFFE 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. (PenaltyValue £3663.80) Weights raised 1lb 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 Horse

1 GREEK GIANT (IRE) (9)

B g Teofilo (IRE) - Balakera (IRE)

Owner: Mr Paul Turner

Trainer: Ed Dunlop, Newmarket

Sponsor: Tattersalls

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile and four furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 60 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 which here is 8st 9lb 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.

Jockey: Ben Curtis

Form: 044211 D

Breeder: Sebastian Curran

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives on the back of recent classified event successes at Lingfield and Brighton, scoring by a whopping 21 lengths at the latter. Should make a bold bid for the hat-trick.

2 LOUGH LEANE (IRE) (21)

B g Cityscape - Kyllarney

Owner: Never Say Die Partnership

Trainer: David Simcock, Newmarket

Sponsor: David Simcock Racing Ltd

Jockey: Sam James

Form: 000-3

9 9 (2)

Breeder: Mount Coote Estates

21 days ago. Likely capable of better again.

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort. Excellent third of 10 in handicap at Yarmouth (11.5f, good

3 AMERICAN OAK (IRE) (23)

B g Golden Horn - Lady Grace (IRE)

Owner: Ventura Racing (Copper) & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

9 4 (3)

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 0-0560

Breeder: D. J. and Mrs Deer

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Showed a bit on Beverley handicap debut over this trip and can have subsequent Redcar run ignored as he was badly hampered early on.

4 EDWINA SHEERAN (IRE) (31)

Ch f Decorated Knight - Rooney O’Mara

Owner: Mr Sabah Mubarak Al Sabah

Trainer: Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton

Sponsor: Or8Wellness

9 3 (7)

Jockey: Jonny Peate (3)

Form: 06-4214 D

Breeder: Sabah Mubarak Al Sabah

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Beverley in May. Creditable fourth of 9 in handicap at Redcar (14f, good to soft, 13/2) 31 days ago.

5 HAVE YOU A MINUTE (GB) (31)

B g Muhaarar - One Second

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Owner: T T Racing Form: 000-56

Trainer: Tom Tate, Tadcaster

Sponsor: Tom Tate Racing

BHA Rating 53

8 11 (6)

Breeder: C&S BS Ltd, P Reynolds & Blackberry Farm

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Better than result in his 2 handicap starts this term and place claims here. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 47

6 MISS RAINDROP (GB) (12)

B f Iffraaj - Disdain (USA)

Owner: Mr S. Rain

Trainer: Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor

8 9 (5)

Jockey: Andrew Mullen

Form: 00-0604

Breeder: Theta Holding I, Inc

Sponsor: Swr Trading Limited, Probio Energy International Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW First form when fourth of 10 in handicap (80/1) at Catterick (1 1/2m, good to firm) 12 days ago. Needs to build on that now.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 45

7 BEYOND BEAUTY (IRE) (132) 8 9 (4)

Ch f Bated Breath - Soothing Anthem (IRE)

Owner: Cragg Wood Racing

Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton

Sponsor: Fitzdares Limited

Jockey: Shane Gray

Form: 0-50

Breeder: Sabah Mubarak Al Sabah

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Cheekpieces on first time, eleventh of 12 in maiden at Southwell (1m, 200/1). Off 132 days Steps up significantly up in trip for handicap debut with blinkers tried this time. Could only consider if backed. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 43

ONE MILE ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (12f abt 10yds)

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2022: APPIER (IRE) 3 9 12 Harry Burns 11-10 (S P C Woods) 5 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4.

Stewards Note:

AMERICAN OAK: Following its run on 30/5/2023 it was reported that the horse cocked its jaw.

Betting Forecast:

4-5 Greek Giant (IRE), 10-3 Lough Leane (IRE), 11-1 Edwina Sheeran (IRE), 16-1 Have You A Minute (GB), 18-1 Miss Raindrop (GB), 22-1 American Oak (IRE), 40-1 Beyond Beauty (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

GREEK GIANT is 6lb well-in compared to his future mark under his penalty and can complete a quick hat-trick, most likely at the expense of Lough Leane, who shaped well when third on his Yarmouth handicap debut

RACE RESULT

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

Maggie and Rose Mathews of The Angel Inn will select the best turned out and present a trophy to winning connections of this race.

AMBULANCE SERVICE

Emergency Ambulance Services at Ripon Races are supplied by Medicare EMS Group UK Ltd

SIXTH RACE 4.45

THE KIRBY THOMAS FINAL FURLONG HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £9000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (PenaltyValue £4710.60) Weights raised 2lb 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 COSMOS RAJ (GB) (9)

B g Iffraaj - Cosmos Pink

Owner: Mr Stuart Graham & Mr Nick Crummack

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: Gain Equine Nutrition

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Tenth of 14 in handicap

2 SANDRET (IRE) (63)

B g Zebedee - Sava Sunset (IRE)

Owner: Mr B. M. R. Haslam

Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham

Sponsor: Tote

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile and one furlong and 170 yards handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 56 to 75 Like all handicaps on today’s card this means that should a horse rated 75 take part they would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 70

Jockey: Mark Winn (5)

Form: 0-60040 CD

Breeder: Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd

7 9 12 (11)

Jockey: Andrew Mullen

Form: 0515-60 D

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW 17/2, ninth of 12 in handicap at this course (1m, soft) 63 days ago. Up in trip. Short break needs to have done him some good.

3 NEFYN DAWN (GB) (120)

B g Tamayuz - Dora’s Sister (IRE)

Owner: Dalwhinnie Bloodstock Ltd & Richard Kent

Trainer: John Quinn, Malton

Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd

4 9 12 (4)

Jockey: Harry Russell (3)

Form: 024

Breeder: Dalwhinnie Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden on Flat 25/1, fourth of 6 in novice at Newcastle (1 1/4m), not knocked about. Off 120 days/has had a wind op. Makes handicap debut. Worth a betting check.

4

SIR JOCK BENNETT (IRE) (13)

B g Almanzor (FR) - Biswa (USA)

Owner: Mr Paul Dean

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

3 9 9 (8)

Jockey: Franny Norton

Form: 6030-01 D

Breeder: Corduff Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 4-runner handicap (11/1) at Haydock (1 1/4m, good to firm) 13 days ago. That was a weak race but it’d be dangerous to rule out further progress given his stable’s excellent form at present. Star

5 FLAME

SPIRIT

Ch c Iffraaj - Spirit of Cuba (IRE)

77

(IRE) (15) 3 9 8 (1)

Jockey: Dylan Hogan

Owner: Mr Saeed Manana Form: 533515

Trainer: James Tate, Newmarket

Breeder: Owenstown Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Wolverhampton in May 10/1, bit below form fifth of 9 in handicap at this course (1m, good to firm) 15 days ago. Up in trip.

6

WESTERN BEAT (IRE) (12)

Ch m Mehmas (IRE) - Western Sky

Owner: Mark Hickling Racing

Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 76

5 9 6 (6)

Jockey: Shane Gray

Form: 46-1400 D

Breeder: Colin Kennedy

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle in January. Seventh of 9 in handicap at Beverley (1 1/4m, good to firm, 20/1) 12 days ago, not clear run. Visor on first time. Star

7 FALCON NINE (GB) (70) 3 9 6 (7)

Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Freedonia

Owner: Niarchos Family

Trainer: Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 405-4

Breeder: Niarchos Family

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Fourth of 7 in handicap (5/2) at Newcastle (1m) on reappearance 70 days ago. Up in trip. Remains capable of better now stepping up to 1 1/4m.

ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 170 YARDS

8

BLUEFLAGFLYINGHIGH (IRE) (37) 3 9 4 (10)

Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Addictedtoprogress (IRE)

Owner: Middleham Park Racing LII

Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket

Sponsor: Tattersalls

Jockey: Jack Garritty

Form: 600-325

Breeder: David Keoghan & Casey McLiney

TIMEFORM VIEW 11/2, respectable fifth of 12 in handicap at Beverley (1 1/4m, good) 37 days ago. Likely to be thereabouts.

9

RIEVAULX RAVER (IRE) (15)

B g Elzaam (AUS) - Juste Pour Moi (IRE)

Owner: Fell, Collier & Birkett

Trainer: Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton

Sponsor: Or8Wellness

3 9 4 (5)

Jockey: Sam James

Form: 6-35331 C

Breeder: Castlefarm Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 9-runner handicap (11/2) at this course (1mf, good to firm) 15 days ago, well ridden from the front. Back up in trip. Ought to remain competitive up 3lb.

10

MAFFEO BARBERINI (IRE) (18)

B g Caravaggio (USA) - Rain Goddess (IRE)

Owner: Dr M Voikhansky & Mrs S Voikhanskaya

Trainer: Kevin Frost, Newark

Sponsor: Kevin Frost Racing

4 9 4 (3)

Jockey: Ryan Sexton (3)

Form: 310-065

Breeder: Coolmore

TIMEFORM VIEW 11/1, respectable fifth of 9 in handicap at Nottingham (1 1/4m, good to fi

18 days ago. Others are more obvious.

11

NAKANO (IRE) (23) 3 9 4 (2)

B f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Silky (IRE)

Owner: Babington, Lacy, Shanahan, Tynan

Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas

Jockey: Ben Curtis

Form: 45-46

Breeder: Lynch Bages Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 5/1, sixth of 8 in handicap at Redcar (1 1/4m, good to firm) 23 days ago, unable to recover after being hampered 2f out. Remains capable of better

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 72

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Visor worn first time by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 9. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 3.

Stewards Note:

NEFYN DAWN: Following its run on 22/2/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running. Betting Forecast:

4-1 Falcon Nine (GB), 5-1 Rievaulx Raver (IRE), 7-1 Nakano (IRE), 9-1 Sir Jock Bennett (IRE), Blueflagflyinghigh (IRE), 14-1 Flame Spirit (IRE), 16-1 Cosmos Raj (GB), Nefyn Dawn (GB), Western Beat (IRE), Maffeo Barberini (IRE), 20-1 Sandret (IRE)

Another chance is given to FALCON NINE as he continues to look well treated on the form he showed in an AW maiden last November and the step up to 1 1/4m should suit on pedigree. Nakano didn’t enjoy the rub of the green on her Redcar handicap debut last month and is second choice ahead of Haydock scorer Sir Jock Bennett

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FALCON NINE 2.NAKANO (IRE) 3.SIR JOCK BENNETT (IRE)

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

Representatives of KirbyThomas will select the best turned out for this race and present a trophy to winning connections.

THE YOUR HARROGATE RADIO ON-AIR AND ONLINE 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 URBAN CHAMPION (GB) (23)

Ch g Cityscape - L’Addition

Owner: Hunscote Stud Limited

Trainer: Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh

Sponsor: Tori Global

RACE DESCRIPTION

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

9 9 (4)

Jockey: Kaiya Fraser (5)

Form: 000-24

Breeder: Hunscote Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 8/1, bit below form fourth of 11 in handicap at Leicester (1 1/4m, good) 23 days ago.

2 BARROLO (GB) (15)

Gr g Havana Grey - Belatorio (IRE)

Owner: The Weighting Game

Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton

9 9 (5)

Jockey: Sam James

Form: 000-1 CD

Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising individual. 5/2, career best when winning 8-runner C&D handicap (good to firm) 15 days ago by 1 1/2 lengths from the reopposing Ribkana, plenty in hand. 3lb rise looks more than fair with further progress likely

3 GIRL FROM ITALY (IRE) (12)

B f Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Keilogue (IRE)

Owner: Mr Keith Brown

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Sponsor: Tote

9 8 (6)

Jockey: Jack Garritty

Form: 606-42

Breeder: John Doyle

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 12/1, very good second of 8 in handicap at Beverley (7.5f, good to firm) 12 days ago, rallying Likely capable of better again.

4 BERNIE THE BEAR (IRE) (4)

Ch g Elzaam (AUS) - Raeseeya

Jockey: David Nolan

Owner: VILLAGE RACING & PARTNER Form: 0243-22

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Sponsor: Richard Fahey Racing

9 2 (1)

Breeder: Mrs Marion Ryan

TIMEFORM VIEW Arrives on the back of runner-up efforts over 7f at Carlisle and Doncaster this month. Ought to be competitive if proving as effective at 1m.

5 RIBKANA (IRE) (15)

B f Ribchester (IRE) - Simkana (IRE)

Jockey: David Allan

Owner: MR D F & MR R C SHEDDEN & PARTNER Form: 50-5202

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

9 2 (3)

Breeder: Denis McDonnell

TIMEFORM VIEW 4/1, very good 1 1/2 lengths second of 8 to Barrolo over C&D (good to firm) 15 days ago but a 3lb pull in the weights doesn’t look enough for her to turn the tables on Grant Tuer’s charge. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 48

6

ASGARD’S CAPTAIN (IRE) (21)

B g Make Believe - Twiggy’s Girl (IRE)

Jockey: Ben Curtis

Owner: Mr Dermot Murphy Form: 000-366

Trainer: Thomas Dowling, Ireland

9 0 (2)

Breeder: Miss Eileen Farrelly

TIMEFORM VIEW 12/1, creditable sixth of 11 in handicap at Roscommon (7f, good) 21 days ago. This Irish raider needs to find some improvement.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 46

2022: COBRA KAI (IRE) 3 9 5 Andrew Mullen 15-8 (Ben Haslam) 7 ran Hood worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4. Betting Forecast:

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

11-8 Barrolo (GB), 4-1 Girl From Italy (IRE), 11-2 Bernie The Bear (IRE), Ribkana (IRE), 14-1 Asgard’s Captain (IRE), 18-1 Urban Champion (GB)

BARROLO had a bit to spare over C&D last time and can make light of a 3lb rise. Girl From Italy took a step forward when runner-up at Beverley and give Grant Tuer’s gelding most to think about ahead of Sunday’s Doncaster second Bernie The Bear.

RACE RESULT

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

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RACE CONDITIONS

FIRST RACE 1.45 - THE RIPON RACES LADIES DERBY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (FOR FEMALE AMATEUR JOCKEYS) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3476 to the winning horse The second to receive £1739, the third £868, the fourth £435 and the fifth £217. for four yrs old and upwards, 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. June 20th. Lowest weight 10st; Highest weight not less than 10st 9lb Penalties, after June 10th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. To be ridden by Female Amateur Jockeys who are members of the Amateur Jockeys’ Association of Great Britain by the deadline for Declaration of Jockeys and on the day of the race who, prior to June 19th, 2023 have had at least TEN completed rides and at least ONE winner in all races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority (this excludes point-to-point rides and wins). 13 entries, 1 at £7 and 12 at £35. - Closed June 16th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

SECOND RACE 2.15 - THE EBF JENNY ROBERTS MILLINERY 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. £4710 to the winning horse The second to receive £2210, the third £1104, the fourth £552 and the fifth £275. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, June 16th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 20th. 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 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. 25 entries at £45. - Closed June 16th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

THIRD RACE 2.50 - THE GRANTLEY HALL 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. June 20th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 10th, 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 £35. - Closed June 16th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

FOURTH RACE 3.25 - THE RIPON RACES LADIES DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042, the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377. 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). £125 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 20th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 10th, 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 stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 11 entries, 1 at £25 and 10 at £125. - Closed June 16th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

FIFTH RACE 4.05 - THE ANGEL INN TOPCLIFFE 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 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62; 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. June 20th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 10th, 2023, for each race won 6lb. THE ANGEL INN TOPCLIFFE has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries, 1 at £7 and 14 at £35. - Closed June 16th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

SIXTH RACE 4.45 - THE KIRBY THOMAS FINAL FURLONG 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 three 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. June 20th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 4lb Penalties, after June 10th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. KIRBY THOMAS have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race 20 entries at £45. - Closed June 16th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

SEVENTH RACE 5.15 - THE YOUR HARROGATE RADIO ON-AIR AND ONLINE 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. June 20th. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 10th, 2023, for each race won 6lb. YOUR HARROGATE RADIO will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 8 entries, 2 at £7 and 6 at £35. - Closed June 16th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

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