Ripon Racecard – Saturday 19th August

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Andrew Hutchinson

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TODAY’S RACING

FIRST RACE 1:35pm

The Juddmonte EBF Restricted Novice Stakes

SECOND RACE 2:10pm

The William Hill Ripon Hornblower EBF Novice Stakes

THIRD RACE 2:40pm

The William Hill Silver Trophy Handicap Stakes

FOURTH RACE 3:15pm

The William Hill Great St Wilfrid Handicap Stakes

FIFTH RACE 3:50pm

The William Hill Epic Value Handicap Stakes

SIXTH RACE 4:25pm

The William Hill Pick Your Places Handicap Stakes

SEVENTH RACE 5:00pm

The Farmison UK’s Number One Online Butcher Handicap Stakes

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!

It’s great to have the ITV4 cameras with us once more for our biggest day of the season, which features the William Hill Great St Wilfrid Handicap.

We are very proud to be William Hill’s longest standing sponsorship, this being the 30th consecutive year and it is with great anticipation that we wait to see who adds their name to the roll of honour shortly after 3.15 this afternoon.

The trophy has not ventured south of Yorkshire for the last thirteen years and with a strong contingent for Yorkshire and the North once more, there is every chance that could extend to fourteen today. Also keep an eye on the William Hill Silver Trophy at 2.40, where Mark’s Choice bids for a remarkable record equalling eighth course win!

We have just four meetings remaining in our 2023 season after today, the next of which is Bank Holiday Family Day on Monday 28th August. It’s a great opportunity to get the family together for some great racing, featuring the Listed EBF Ripon Champion Two-Yrs-Old Trophy and with the added bonus of lots of free entertainment for the children.

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 (80 wins from 557 runners, 14%) runs MYSTERYOFTHESANDS (1.35), SNASH and IMPELLER and NORTHCLIFF (2.40), HYPERFOCUS and BAY BREEZE (3.15), GARDEN OASIS and UGO GREGORY (3.50), RIBKANA and LITTLE TED and MAC AILEY (4.25), KNIGHTS SPEAR (4.58).

D O’MEARA (37 wins from 250 runners, 15%) runs SUMMERGHAND and GULLIVER (3.15), LINCOLN ROCKSTAR (4.58).

R FAHEY (28 wins from 225 runners, 12%) runs FLYING FLETCHER (1.35), TROPICAL ISLAND (2.10), MONSIEUR KODI (3.15).

N TINKLER (14 wins from 126 runners, 11%) runs

ROUNDHAY PARK and GOLDEN DUKE (2.40), LAKOTA BLUE (3.15).

R FELL & S MURRAY (13 wins from 119 runners, 11%) runs LOTUS ROSE (2.40).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

T EASTERBY (12 wins from 96 runners, 12%) runners listed above

C JOHNSTON (11 wins from 74 runners, 15%) runs

MISTER DAYDREAM (1.35), UNION ISLAND (2.10), SPIRIT CATCHER (3.50), BLUE ANTARES (4.58).

R HANNON (10 wins from 61 runners, 16%) runs

THE COFFEE POD (2.10).

R FAHEY (9 wins from 64 runners, 14%) runners listed above.

K R BURKE (8 wins from 49 runners, 16%) runs THE HUN (1.35), CUBAN SLIDE (2.10).

CLASSYTIPS

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

LEADING JOCKEYS AT RIPON (2018-2023)

WITH RIDES:

D ALLAN (54 wins from 279 rides, 19%) rides

MYSTERYOFTHESANDS (1.35), NORTHCLIFF (2.40), HYPERFOCUS (3.15), GARDEN OASIS (3.50), PREMIERSHIP (4.25), KNIGHTS SPEAR (4.58).

D TUDHOPE (37 wins from 143 rides, 26%) rides PREPSCHOOL (1.35), GOVERNMENT CALL (2.10), STRONG JOHNSON (2.40), SUMMERGHAND (3.15), INDIANA BE (3.50), LINCOLN ROCKSTAR (4.58).

J FANNING (18 wins from 117 rides, 15%) rides

UNION ISLAND (2.10), WOBWOBWOB (3.15), SPIRIT CATCHER (3.50), BLUE ANTARES (4.58).

J HART (14 wins from 111 rides, 13%) rides

AMERICAN STAR (2.40), BRAZEN BOLT (3.15).

DURAN FENTIMAN (14 wins from 111 rides, 13%) rides IMPELLER (2.40), BAY BREEZE (3.15), RIBKANA (4.25).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

D TUDHOPE (13 wins from 46 rides, 28%) rides listed above

B CURTIS (10 wins from 49 rides, 20%) rides BITS AND BOBS (1.35), THE COFFEE POD (2.10), RAATEA (3.15), SKILLED WARRIOR (3.50).

J HART (8 wins from 55 rides, 15%) rides listed above

B SAYETTE (7 wins from 30 rides, 23%) rides

AMERICAN GLORY (1.35), COOPERATION (2.40), TEMPLE BRUER (3.15).

D ALLAN (6 wins from 50 rides, 12%) rides listed above

The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 2.40 COOPERATION (down 2 grades); 3.50 GIS A SUB (down 2 grades); 3.50 SPIRIT CATCHER (down 2).

FANCYTHAT

R FAHEY won the 3.15 race in 2013 and 2015. The stable is represented by Monsieur Kodi in the race today.

T EASTERBY won the 3.15 race in 2017 and 2020. The stable is represented by Bay Breeze and Hyperfocus in the race today. He also won the 3.50 race in 2016, 2020 and 2021 and 2022. The stable is represented by Garden Oasis and Ugo Gregory in the race today.

LONGEST TRAVELLERS

BITS AND BOBS (1.35) trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, distance of 228 miles

THE COFFEE POD (2.10) trained by R Hannon, Marlborough, distance of 220 miles.

GOVERNMENT CALL (2.10) trained by E J-Houghton, Blewbury, distance of 212 miles.

JORDAN ELECTRICS (2.40) trained by J Goldie, Glasgow, distance of 198 miles

COOPERATION (2.40) & TEMPLE BRUER (3.15) trained by M Murphy & M Keady, Westoning, distance of 181 miles

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 17th August.

RACE 1

As the only one with an official rating, BITS AND BOBS sets a good standard from a mark of 80 and, as his dam is a half-sister to a winner over this trip, Andrew Balding’s colt is the first one to note in an open-looking novice stakes. This may provide an ideal stepping stone towards his big sales race entries later in the campaign. Prepschool and Mister Daydream head the list of dangers.

WIN: BITS AND BOBS

RACE 2

DANGER: PREPSCHOOL

Cuban Slide should benefit from this step up in trip, while Richard Fahey obviously holds Tropical Island in high regard, having pitched her at a similar level at Goodwood 17 days ago. However, GOVERNMENT CALL got better the further he went when getting off the mark in a Sandown maiden nine days ago and a quick follow-up is very possible from this progressive-looking colt.

WIN: GOVERNMENT CALL

RACE 3

DANGER: CUBAN SLIDE

NigelTinkler offers solid options in the shape of recentYork winner RoundhayPark and GOLDEN DUKE, with the latter appealing most on the back of a couple of improved efforts. The high draw looks beneficial, given his versatility with regards to running style and, assuming he is live to the stalls procedure today, he could easily take full advantage. Asadjumeirah and Cooperation also command respect, while course specialist Fortamour is dangerous to ignore.

WIN: GOLDEN DUKE

DANGER: ROUNDHAY PARK

LAKOTA BLUE was a more than respectable second at Glorious Goodwood earlier this month, despite not getting the clearest of runs, and a 2lb rise may not be enough Nigel Tinkler’s progressive three-year-old landing this prestigious event. Summerghand has a brilliant race-record in the month of August in past seasons and hinted at a return to form when fourth at York last month. Wobwobwob has a first-time visor fitted and must be respected now dropped back in trip.

WIN: LAKOTA BLUE

DANGER: SUMMERGHAND

GARDEN OASIS has won the last two renewals of this race and appears to have been laid out for a hat-trick bid. David Allan is again onboard and, running off the same mark as last year, looks the most likely winner. Last week’s Haydock winner Ugo Gregory has been raised 6lb for that victory and looks the chief threat along with Purple Gown, who makes his first start for Adam Nicol having shaped well for Jim Bolger in Ireland.

WIN: GARDEN OASIS

DANGER: UGO GREGORY

PREMIERSHIP got off to the perfect start when scoring on his first run for Michael Wigham at Yarmouth earlier this month and although having a first attempt over this distance, his running style suggests it shouldn’t be an issue. Little Ted is a dual C&D winner and looks sure to appreciate going back up in trip, whilst Lechro bolted up over further at Beverley last time and could prove hard to catch if allowed a soft lead.

WIN: PREMIERSHIP

RACE 7

DANGER: LITTLE TED

Recent form can often count for plenty in these types of contests, so it might pay to side with ANIERES GIRL. Third at Beverley before filling the runner-up spot at Nottingham nine days later, the daughter of Aclaim does not look overburdened by a subsequent 3lb rise in the handicap and any further improvement can see her go one better Blue Antares looks set to be involved, while Child Of Lir is worth monitoring in the betting ahead of his handicap bow.

WIN: ANIERES GIRL

DANGER: BLUE ANTARES

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

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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

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

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

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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 1.35

THE JUDDMONTE EBF RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 2) (for horses in Bands B, C and D)(EBF Qualifier) (GBB RACE)

for novice two yrs old

Total prize fund £30000

Owners Prize Money. Winner£12048; Second £6024;Third £3012; Fourth £1506; Fifth £753; Sixth £375; Seventh £189; Eighth £93. (PenaltyValue £15288) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code compliedwithwhere applicable.ASS

(FOR CONDITIONS OFTHIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This one mile Novice Stakes is restricted to two-year-olds but in order to take part all of the runners must meet certain conditions. Unlike a maiden, which is restricted to horses yet to record a victory, winning horses which have run in a maximum of six races are eligible to run. Weights are set according to sex before previous winners are allocated penalties depending on the level at which they have been successful.

No Horse st lb Draw

1 BITS AND BOBS (IRE) (16) (4lb)

B c James Garfield (IRE) - Smart Mover (IRE)

Owner: Mr Michael Blencowe

Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Sponsor: Moretons Investments Ltd

9 7 (4)

Jockey: Ben Curtis

Form: 1205

Breeder: Rathbarry Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner Successful at Leicester in June. Respectable fifth of 13 in nursery at Goodwood (7f, soft, 7/1) 16 days ago. Concedes weight all round but has to be respected all the same. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rati

2 AMERICAN GLORY (GB) (21)

Gr c Zarak (FR) - Zegna (GER)

Owner: Daniel MacAuliffe & Anoj Don

Trainer: Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket

Sponsor: Class1Personnel, KPF Racing Ltd

9 5 (8)

Jockey: Benoit de la Sayette

Form: 52 BF

Breeder: Graf und Grafin Stauffenberg

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort. 3/1, second of 12 in maiden at Newcastle (7.1f) 21 days ago. Open to progress for yard that saddled the winner of this in 2021 and he’s high on the shortlist.

3 PREPSCHOOL (IRE) (16)

Gr c Camelot - Free To Roam (IRE)

Owner: The Heatherdonians 1

Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket

Sponsor: Michael Bell Racing

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

9 5 (5)

Jockey: Daniel Tudhope

Form: 62

Breeder: Pitchford Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising individual Second of 8 in minor event at Epsom (7f, good to soft, 6/1) 16 days ago, staying on well. Open to improvement and should go close with this step up to a mile likely to be in his favour.

4 THE HUN (IRE)

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B c Showcasing - Elegantly Wild (IRE)

Owner: Newtown Anner Stud Farm

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

9 5 (1)

Jockey: Sam James

Form:

Breeder: Newtown Anner Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled May 6. Showcasing colt. Half-brother to 2-y-o 7f winner Jem Scuttle and winner in US by Street Sense. Dam unraced half-sister to smart 1m-1 1/2m winner Zeffiro Very much one to note in the betting. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

5 BAY OF AUSTRALIA (IRE) (10) (2lb)

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

Owner: Cragg Wood Racing 1

Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton

Sponsor: Fitzdares Limited

9 3 (2)

Jockey: Dougie Costello

Form: 242

Breeder: Mr Pat Turley

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 9/2, second of 8 in maiden at Pontefract (6f, good) 10 days ago. Significantly up in trip and will need to raise his game in order to make it third time lucky

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 67

6 FLYING FLETCHER (GB) (28) (2lb) 9 3 (6)

Gr c Muhaarar - Tropical Paradise (IRE)

Owner: Middleham Park Racing LXXII

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Form: 03

Breeder: P. Winkworth

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. 40/1, third of 14 in minor event at Doncaster (7f, soft) 28 days ago. That effort represented a step forward and he won’t be far away if able to build on that.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

7 MONSIEUR MELEE (GB) (28) (2lb) 9 3 (7)

B c Intello (GER) - Penny Rose

Owner: Ellipsis

Trainer: Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn

Sponsor: Jedd O’Keeffe Racing

Jockey: Jack Garritty

Form: 6

Breeder: Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook

TIMEFORM VIEW Once-raced maiden. 22/1, sixth of 14 in minor event at Doncaster (7f, soft) on debut 28 days ago. Should improve but there will be easier opportunities than this.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

8

MISTER DAYDREAM (IRE) (15) (4lb) 9 1 (9)

B c Make Believe - Teo’s Sister (IRE)

Owner: Kingsley Park 32 - The Originals

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

Jockey: Andrew Mullen

Form: 02

Breeder: J. S. Bolger

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising individual. Second of 9 in maiden at Musselburgh (7.2f, good to soft, 15/2) 15 days ago.

Remains open to improvement and he has to enter calculations. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

9

MYSTERYOFTHESANDS (GB) (-) (4lb) 9 1 (3)

B g Footstepsinthesand - Intrigue

Owner: Habton Racing

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Jockey: David Allan

Form:

Breeder: Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook

TIMEFORM VIEW 12,000 gns yearling. Half-brother to 3 winners, including 1m winner Southwold and 1m-1 1/4m winner Belletti Yard’s newcomers typically come on for a run. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Stewards Note:

2022: RIEVAULX RAVER (IRE) 2 9 3 Jason Hart 14-1 (Roger Fell) 9 ran

BAY OF AUSTRALIA: Following its run on 9/8/2023 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe.

MISTER DAYDREAM: Following its run on 4/8/2023 it was reported that the horse lost its right-hind shoe.

Betting Forecast:

7-2 Prepschool (IRE), 4-1 Mister Daydream (IRE), 9-2 American Glory (GB), 6-1 Bits And Bobs (IRE),

17-2 Flying Fletcher (GB), 11-1 The Hun (IRE), 18-1 Monsieur Melee (GB), 22-1 Bay of Australia (IRE), 40-1 Mysteryofthesands (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

The pick of several plausible candidates is PREPSCHOOL, who duly stepped up on his debut effort when just touched off by a decent type over 7f at Epsom and this stiffer test promises to serve as a catalyst for further improvement. American Glory and Mister Daydream both possess very similar profiles and are feared most in that order of preference, while cases can also be made for Bits And Bobs and Flying Fetcher

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PREPSCHOOL (IRE) 2.AMERICAN GLORY 3.MISTER DAYDREAM (IRE)

RACE RESULT

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

Mr Martin Clark of Juddmonte will select the best turned out and present a trophy to winning connections of this race.

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POSITION OF STALLS

Straight courSe - Stand rail

round courSe - inSide rail

1m 4f - centre

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 WILLIAM HILL RIPON HORNBLOWER EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE)

for novice two yrs old

Total prize fund £30000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £12048; Second £6024; Third £3012; Fourth £1506; Fifth £753; Sixth £375; Seventh £189; Eighth £93. (Penalty Value £15288) A SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)

1 CUBAN SLIDE (GB) (70)

Gr c Havana Grey - Piper Bomb (IRE)

Owner: Mr Noel Wilson & Mrs E Burke

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Sponsor: KB Spigot Ltd

RACEFORM

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is another Novice Stakes over six furlongs and is restricted to two-year-olds but in order to take part all of the runners must meet certain conditions. Unlike a maiden, which is restricted to horses yet to record a victory, winning horses which have run in a maximum of six races are eligible to run. Weights are set according to sex before previous winners are allocated penalties depending on the level at which they have been successful.

9 8 (6)

Jockey: Sam James

Form: 15

Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced winner Winner at Musselburgh in May 4/1, only fifth of 6 in minor event at Beverley (5f, good to firm) 70 days ago so needs to bounce back after his break.

2 GOVERNMENT CALL (IRE) (9)

B c Soldier’s Call - Peticoatgovernment (IRE)

Owner: Bronte Collection 1

Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury

Sponsor: ABM Catering Limited

9 8 (8)

Jockey: Daniel Tudhope

Form: 21

Breeder: Ballyhane

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising Soldier’s Call colt who readily won 8-runner maiden at Sandown (5f, good to soft, 9/2) 9 days ago, suited by emphasis on stamina Open to more progress over this longer trip. Big shout.

3 I’M SPARTACUS (IRE) (16)

Ch c Profitable (IRE) - Air of Mystery

Owner: Mr P. McKeever

Trainer: Bryan Smart, Hambleton

Sponsor: Sparta Management Ltd

9 8 (5)

Jockey: Connor Beasley

Form: 621 D

Breeder: Mr Donal Boylan

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced winner Won 9-runner minor event (4/1) at Newcastle (6f) 16 days ago. Progressing recently so he’s no forlorn hope.

4 BILL’S BAAR (IRE) (-)

B c Elzaam (AUS) - Kateeva (IRE)

Owner: Keatley Racing Owners Group

Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton

9 4 (3)

Jockey: Dougie Costello

Form:

Breeder: Ms Michelle Fogarty

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 24. €12,000 yearling, resold €34,000 yearling, Elzaam colt. Half-brother to 5f winner Katelli. Dam 5f-6.3f winner Market can guide.

5 FRANKIE VALLIANCE (GB) (-)

B c Twilight Son - This Girl

Owner: David Lowe

Trainer: David Loughnane, Tern Hill

Sponsor: Galloways Bakers Ltd, Dave Loughnane Racing

Jockey: Laura Pearson

Form:

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9 4 (4)

Breeder: The Lowe Family

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 14. Twilight Son colt. Dam, winner up to 1m (2-y-o 6f winner), half-sister to smart 6f-9f winner Faulkner. Much respected newcomer. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

6 THE COFFEE POD (IRE) (9) 9 4 (2)

B c Acclamation - Ethel

Owner: Middleham Park Racing LXXVII

Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Sponsor: Tattersalls Ltd

Jockey: Ben Curtis

Form: 3

Breeder: O’Connor International Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Encouraging debut third of 12 in minor event at Nottingham (6.1f, good to soft, 12/1) 9 days ago. Likely to improve so he’s well in the mix

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating7 UNION ISLAND (IRE) (18)

B c U S Navy Flag (USA) - Pellinore (USA)

Owner: Owners Group 121

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Sponsor: Owners Group

9 4 (7)

Jockey: Joe Fanning

Form: 20

Breeder: Mohammed Hamad Khalifa Al-Attiyah

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up at Hamilton on his debut but only eleventh of 13 in maiden at Goodwood (6f, good to soft, 12/1) 18 days ago. More is required.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

SIX FURLONGS

8 TROPICAL ISLAND (GB) (17) 9 3 (1)

B f Inns of Court (IRE) - Kodi da Capo (IRE)

Owner: Sheikh Rashid Dalmook Al Maktoum

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Form: 15 C

Breeder: D. R. Tucker

TIMEFORM VIEW Debut course winner in July Failed to build on that when fifth of 11 in minor event at Goodwood (5f, heavy) 17 days ago. May still do better Considered.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 83

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Betting Forecast:

2022: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

3-1 Government Call (IRE), 7-2 The Coffee Pod (IRE), 6-1 Cuban Slide (GB), Tropical Island (GB), 12-1 I’m Spartacus (IRE),

14-1 Union Island (IRE), 16-1 Bill’s Baar (IRE), Frankie Valliance (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

GOVERNMENT CALL scored in ready style at Sandown earlier in the month and with this step up to 6f looking a big plus he is taken to defy a 4lb penalty in this fair juvenile novice. The Coffee Pod rates a big threat though if, as expected, building on his debut third at Nottingham. Tropical Island has the form to play a part and needs factoring in too.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GOVERNMENT CALL (IRE)

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

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THE WILLIAM HILL SILVER TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for three 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 35) No

1 AMERICAN STAR (IRE) (65)

B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Signora Valentina (IRE)

Owner: RJH LTD/Facts & Figures/Ruth Carr

Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington

Sponsor: William Hill

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a six furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 61 to 80 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 80 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 75.

(17)

Jockey: Jason Hart

Form: 6/0-5554 D

Breeder: Swordlestown Little

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran best race since winning a nursery in 2021 when fourth of 9 in handicap at Newbury (6f, firm) 65 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Ed Walker

2 ROUNDHAY PARK (GB) (7)

Ch g Mayson - Brave Mave

Owner: Exors of the Late Mr J. D. Gordon

Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Sponsor: Alexanders York

8 9 11 (10)

Jockey: Faye McManoman

Form: 025100 C D

Breeder: Mr James Munroe

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who shaped as if still in good form when seventh of 11 in handicap (11/2) at Redcar (6f, good to firm) last week. Ought to remain competitive.

3 COOPERATION (IRE) (14)

B g Mehmas (IRE) - Ripalong (IRE)

Owner: Mr R. Moore

Trainer: Mike Murphy & Michael Keady, Westoning

Sponsor: World Cargo Solutions Limited

5

9 10 (7)

Jockey: Benoit de la Sayette

Form: 014406 CD

Breeder: Pier House Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who possibly still needed the run when sixth of 11 in handicap (12/1) at Goodwood (6f, heavy) 14 days ago. Had been shaping up well earlier in the season but his yard remains quiet.

4 FORTAMOUR (IRE) (12)

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

Owner: Chris Cleevely & Racing Knights

Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham

Sponsor: Instawood Ltd

7 9 10 (13)

Jockey: Paul Hanagan

Form: 420502 CD BF

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

TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time C&D winner who ran as well as he has all year from a sliding mark when second of 4 in C&D handicap (good to soft, 2/1) 12 days ago. Merits consideration. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 78

5

MARK’S CHOICE (IRE) (78)

B g Bungle Inthejungle - Ramamara (IRE)

Owner: Cragg Wood Racing

Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton

Sponsor: Fitzdares Limited

7 9 9 (5)

Jockey: Dougie Costello

Form: 60-0040 CD

Breeder: Northern Bloodstock Agency Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 5-time C&D winner who ran below form at Doncaster (6f, good to firm) on most recent outing in June. Return to Ripon an obvious plus Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 77 6

ABSOLUTELYFLAWLESS (GB) (49) 3 9 6 (18)

B f Ribchester (IRE) - Key Light (IRE)

Owner: David Lowe

Trainer: David Loughnane, Tern Hill

Sponsor: Galloways Bakers Ltd, Dave Loughnane Racing

Jockey: Laura Pearson

Form: 012666 D

Breeder: Northmore Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Wolverhampton in May and again wasn’t seen to best effect when sixth of 8 in handicap at Chester (6.1f, good) 49 days ago, left poorly placed. Not without each-way hope if getting the breaks.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 77

7 PRINCE OF BEL LIR (IRE) (21) 5 9 5 (3)

B g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Harvest Joy (IRE)

Owner: Mr Stuart Bond

Trainer: Joseph Parr, Newmarket

Jockey: Alice Bond (7)

Form: 000601 D

Breeder: John Hutchinson

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on a falling mark when making all in 10-runner handicap at Salisbury (6f, good, 15/2) 21 days ago. Seen to maximum effect on that occasion but remains well treated on old form.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 73

SIX FURLONGS

8 JORDAN ELECTRICS (GB) (15) 7 9 5 (15)

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Ruby Slippers

Owner: BJordan,BrianJordan,SJordan&NMcConnell

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Form: 110006 D

Breeder: T. J. Cooper

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed back-to-back 5f handicaps in May but has gone off the boil since, although a wide trip didn’t help at Musselburgh last time.

9 GOLDEN DUKE (IRE) (8)

Ch g Galileo Gold - Porta Portese

Owner: The Racing Emporium

Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Sponsor: Racing Emporium Ltd

4 9 5 (16)

Jockey: Cieren Fallon

Form: 00-5015 D

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Doncaster in June and ran creditably in a higher grade when fifth of 11 in handicap at Newmarket (6f, good to firm) last week.

10

SNASH (IRE) (9)

B g Markaz (IRE) - Wardat Dubai

Owner: Mr J Musgrave & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

5 9 5 (1)

Jockey: Jack Garritty

Form: 054400 D

Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 11 in handicap (14/1) at Chepstow (6.1f, good) 9 days ago. Needs to up his game considerably.

11 THORNABY PEARL (GB) (16)

B g Pearl Secret - Juncea

Owner: Ingleby Bloodstock Limited

Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay

Sponsor: Scott Bros Ltd

5 9 4 (8)

Jockey: Barry McHugh

Form: 620-615 CD BF

Breeder: D. R. Tucker

TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a career best when scoring over C&D in July. Not in the same form tackling heavy ground for the first time at Nottingham 16 days ago but may bounce back.

12

LOTUS ROSE (GB) (14)

B f Showcasing - Ealaan (USA)

Owner: The Roses Partnership & R G Fell

Trainer: Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton

Sponsor: R & E Bamford Limited, Or8Wellness

4 9 3 (12)

Jockey: Jonny Peate (3)

Form: 035154 C

Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner in June who wasn’t seen to best effect back here (5f, heavy, 25/1) 14 days ago, left poorly placed. Not dismissed.

13

ASADJUMEIRAH (GB) (13)

B g Adaay (IRE) - Place In My Heart

Owner: Made Profiles Ltd & Partner

Trainer: Antony Brittain, Warthill

Sponsor: Made Profiles Ltd

ting 71

5 9 3 (2)

Jockey: Cam Hardie

Form: 222625 D

Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Has proven expensive to follow this season but was possibly unsuited by testing ground at Haydock (6f, heavy) 13 days ago. Can bounce back but stall 2 isn’t ideal.

14

SELBY’S PRIDE (GB) (12)

Gr f Lethal Force (IRE) - Vibrant

4 9 3 (4)

Jockey: Tom Eaves

Owner: Alison Johnson Form: 100-005 C D

Trainer: Tony Coyle, Norton

Breeder: W. P. S. Johnson

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Blinkered for 1st time, last of 5 in handicap at this course (5f, good to soft, 9/1) 12 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Enough to prove at present. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 71

15

STRONG JOHNSON (IRE) (21)

B g Le Cadre Noir (IRE) - Isabella Rose (IRE)

Owner: Taylor’s Bloodstock Ltd

Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

7 9 3 (6)

Jockey: Daniel Tudhope

Form: 040656

Breeder: David Mooney

TIMEFORM VIEW Eighteen runs since last win in 2021. 7/1, sixth of 19 in handicap at York (5f, good) 21 days ago. Not one to write off from a falling mark. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 71

16 HOLBACHE (GB) (35) 5 9 3 (9)

B g Coach House (IRE) - By Rights

Owner: Last Day Racing Partnership

Trainer: Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Sponsor: Mill House Racing Limited

Jockey: Connor Beasley

Form: 40151-0 D

Breeder: Mayden Stud& Last Day Racing Partnership

TIMEFORMVIEW Wide margin winner on all-weather at Kempton in November and shaped much better than the bare result when 5 1/2 lengths seventh of 16 to Roundhay Park in handicap at York (6f) 35 days ago, looking likely to finish in frame before lack of recent outing told. One to consider with that under his belt. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 71

17

THAKI (IRE) (7)

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Mickleberry (IRE)

Owner: URSA Major Racing Ltd and Partner

Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels

Humber

Sponsor: Overlander Vehicles

6 9 2 (14)

Jockey: Phil Dennis

Form: 331601 D

Breeder: Anglia Bloodstock Ltd & Mr C.

TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to best down in grade when winning 10-runner handicap at Ayr (6f, good, 12/1) last week. This is obviously tougher, and he has struggled for consistency in recent times.

18

NORTHCLIFF (IRE) (22)

Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) - Colgin

Owner: S Bulmer, P Hebdon & R Taylor

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

3 9 1 (11)

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 020000

Breeder: Gce Farm Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Bumped into a clued-up newcomer in a Catterick maiden in June but below form in handicaps since. Cheekpieces on for 1st

19

IMPELLER (GB) (13)

B g Pivotal - Musical Beat (IRE)

5 9 0 (19)

Jockey: Duran Fentiman

Owner: D Scott & Co (Pattern Makers) Ltd & Ptr Form: 021230 D

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: David Scott & Co (Pattern Makers) Ltd

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Carlisle in July but ran badly at Haydock (6f, heavy) 13 days ago. Bounce back required. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 68

DECLARED RUNNERS 19

2022:RACE ABANDONED

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 18. Hood worn by No 3. Blinkers worn by No 1.

Tongue Strap worn by No 13, 17, 19. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7, 12, 13, 14.

Betting Forecast:

17-2 Fortamour (IRE), 9-1 Thornaby Pearl (GB), 12-1 Roundhay Park (GB), Prince of Bel Lir (IRE), 14-1 Thaki (IRE), 16-1 Mark’s Choice (IRE), Golden Duke (IRE), Holbache (GB), 18-1 Asadjumeirah (GB), Strong Johnson (IRE), 20-1 American Star (IRE), 22-1 Cooperation (IRE), Absolutelyflawless (GB), Lotus Rose (GB), Northcliff (IRE), 25-1 Snash (IRE), Impeller (GB), 28-1 Jordan Electrics (GB), 40-1 Selby’s Pride (GB)

A chance is taken on HOLBACHE, who caught the eye shaping much better than the bare result on last month’s return at York. Thornaby Pearl and Roundhay Park are just a couple of potential threats in a fiercely competitive event.

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RACE DESCRIPTION

THE WILLIAM HILL GREAT ST WILFRID HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £100000

Owners Prize Money.Winner£40630; Second £20320;Third £10160; Fourth £5080; Fifth £2540; Sixth £1270. (PenaltyValue £51540)Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 oftheWeights and Handicapping Code compliedwithwhere applicable. 3 Eliminated UnderRules (I)9 and (I)10. SS (FOR CONDITIONS OFTHIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)

TRIFECTA ROLLOVER

SIX FURLONGS

1 ANTHEM NATIONAL (IRE) (48)

This is a six furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards. 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.

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Anthem Alexander (IRE) Jockey: Andrew Mullen

Owner: James and Susan Cookson

Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond

Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

Form: 3-34552

Breeder: Mountarmstrong Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Very good 1 1/4 lengths second of 10 to Commanche Falls in Listed race at the Curragh (6f, good to firm, 18/1) 48 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Joseph Patrick O’Brien and has more to do at these weights.

2 KING OF BAVARIA (IRE) (50)

Bl g No Nay Never (USA) - Enharmonic (USA)

Owner: Craig & Laura Buckingham

Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham

Sponsor: Manor Farm Bloodstock

4 9 5 (8)

Jockey: Alistair Rawlinson

Form: 020106 D

Breeder: Samac, Summerhill B/Stock

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Windsor in May. Bit below form sixth of 14 in handicap at Newcastle (5f, 12/1) 50 days ago. Others appeal more. Star Rating

3 SUMMERGHAND (IRE) (21)

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Kate The Great

Owner: Mr Hamad Rashed Bin Ghedayer

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

98

9 9 4 (7)

Jockey: Daniel Tudhope

Form: 000064 D

Breeder: Airlie Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Grand servant to connections over the years who came in an unlucky fourth in this contest 12 months ago. Signalled he is ready to strike in 2023 when a promising fourth to Aberama Gold at York last time (form working out very well) and rates a big player off an unchanged mark. Star RatingHHHHH O

4 ARAMIS GREY (IRE) (41)

Gr m Gutaifan (IRE) - Sveva (IRE)

Owner: The Musketeers

Trainer: Rae Guest, Newmarket

Sponsor: Keystone Law

cial BHA Rating 97

6 9 2

Jockey: Darragh Keenan

Form: 221230 D

Breeder: Denis & David McDonnell

(10)

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Lingfield in February 7 1/4 lengths last of 7 to White Moonlight in Listed race at Chelmsford City (7f, 14/1) 41 days ago. Uphill task at these weights. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 95

5 RAATEA (GB) (49)

B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Darajaat (USA)

Owner: Mr Martin Hughes

Trainer: Julie Camacho, Malton

Sponsor: Old Oak Holdings Ltd

6 9 0 (20)

Jockey: Ben Curtis

Form: 464-510 D BF

Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW 1 win from 3 runs this year Latest win at Haydock in June. Eighth of 9 in handicap (7/2) at Newcastle (6f) 49 days ago so needs to bounce back. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 93

6 HYPERFOCUS (IRE) (14) 9 9 0 (19)

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

Owner: Ryedale Partners No 14

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Kinch

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 013500 CD

Breeder: Stephanie Von Schilcher & Gavan

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win here in April Seventeenth of 27 in handicap at Goodwood (6f, heavy, 33/1) 14 days ago. Sort to bounce back. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 93

7 IT JUST TAKES TIME (IRE) (21)

Br g Power - War Bride (GER)

Owner: Go Alfresco Racing Partners

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Sponsor: Riverlynx Ltd

5 8 13 (18)

Jockey: Jonny Peate (3)

Form: 141620 CD

Breeder: Gervin Creaner

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Nine wins from 33 Flat runs. Latest win here in June. 8/1, below form ninth of 15 in handicap at York (6f, good) 21 days ago. More is required.

8

WOBWOBWOB (IRE) (17)

B g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Ishimagic

Owner: Ontoawinner, Andy Finneran racing

Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton

Sponsor: www.ontoawinner.net

5 8 8 (12)

Jockey: Joe Fanning

Form: 4266U2 D

Breeder: Golden Vale Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Very good second of 11 in handicap at Goodwood (7f, heavy, 10/1) 17 days ago, clear of rest. Visor on 1st time and in the mix.

9

APHELIOS (GB) (2)

B g Kodiac - Homily

Owner: The Horse Watchers

Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham

Sponsor: Timeform

4 8 8 (4)

Jockey: Cieren Fallon

Form: 3-05504 D BF

Breeder: Kingwood Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable fourth of 13 in handicap at Windsor (6f, good to firm, 9/2) 2 days ago. This is tougher, but clearly in good heart.

10

BRAZEN BOLT (GB) (28)

B g Brazen Beau (AUS) - Gladys’ Gal

Owner: Fishlake Commercial Motors Ltd

Trainer: John Quinn, Malton

6 8 8 (11)

Jockey: Jason Hart

Form: 416525 D

Breeder: Fishlake Commercial Motors Ltd

Sponsor: Fishlake Commercial Motors Ltd, JJ Quinn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, bit below form fifth of 10 in handicap at Doncaster (7f, soft) 28 days ago. Needs to get back on track.

11

TWELFTH KNIGHT (IRE) (12)

B g Haatef (USA) - Balm

Owner: Mrs N. Padgett

Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

4 8 8 (9)

Jockey: Cam Hardie

Form: 012303 CD

Breeder: Castlegrove Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Latest win here in May. Good third of 4 to Bay Breeze in handicap (11/4) at this C&D (good to soft) 12 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Ruth Carr and one to consider

12

GULLIVER (GB) (65)

B g Sayif (IRE) - Sweet Coincidence

Owner: Withernsea Thoroughbred Limited

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: Tiffin Sandwiches Limited

9 8 8 (17)

Jockey: Mark Winn (3)

Form: 000-046 D

Breeder: S. A. Douch

TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty six runs since last win in 2020. 6/1, sixth of 7 in handicap at Nottingham (6.1f, good to firm) 65 days ago so others are preferred.

13

TEMPLE BRUER (GB) (14) 5 8 8 (16)

B g Showcasing - Kendal Mint

Owner: Mr R. Moore

Trainer: Mike Murphy & Michael Keady, Westoning

Sponsor: World Cargo Solutions Limited

Jockey: Benoit de la Sayette

Form: 010150 D

Breeder: Glebe Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW 2 wins from 6 runs this year. Latest win at Newmarket in June. 33/1, 15 1/2 lengths last of 11 to Monsieur Kodi in handicap at Goodwood (6f, heavy) 14 days ago. Needs to bounce back.

14

MONSIEUR KODI (IRE) (14)

B g Kodiac - Babylonian

Owner: Middleham Park Racing XVI

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 87

4 8 7 (2)

Jockey: Connor Beasley

Form: 441331 D

Breeder: Molony Bloodstock & Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW 3 wins from 7 runs this year 9/2, career best when winning 11-runner handicap at Goodwood (6f, heavy) 14 days ago. Merits consideration despite taking a 3lb rise.Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 86

15

SOPHIA’S

STARLIGHT

B f Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Endeavor (FR)

Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 11

Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton

Sponsor: Tote

(FR) (18) 3 8 7 (6)

Jockey: Sam James

Form: 131152 D

Breeder: P. Chedeville

TIMEFORM VIEW 4 wins from 8 runs this year Latest win at Carlisle in July Creditable second of 13 in handicap (11/2) at Goodwood (6f, good to soft) 18 days ago. In the mix once more.

16 BAY BREEZE (GB) (12)

B g Buratino (IRE) - Midnight Mojito

Owner: Mr D. A. West & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

4 8 7 (5)

Jockey: Duran Fentiman

Form: 135401 CD

Breeder: Habton Farms

Career best when winning 4-runner handicap at this C&D (good to soft, 5/2) 12 days ago. Up 2lb but he can go well again.

TIMEFORM VIEW 4-time C&D winner 3 wins from 9 runs this year

RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 86

17

LAKOTA BLUE (GB) (16)

Br c Sioux Nation (USA) - Thiel

Owner: Ian & Pam Bendelow

Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Sponsor: The Light Lab, Alexanders York

3 8 6 (1)

Jockey: Faye McManoman

Form: 610462 CD

Breeder: B & B Equine Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Latest win here in April. Good second of 11 in handicap (10/1) at Goodwood (5f, soft) 16 days ago, well drawn. Ought to be in the shake-up.

18

LIVE IN THE MOMENT (IRE) (14) 6

Ch g Zebedee - Approaching Autumn

Owner: Steve & Jolene de’Lemos

Trainer: Alice Haynes, Newmarket

Sponsor: Tote

8 6 (13)

Jockey: Mia Nicholls (7)

Form: 202364

Breeder: Thomas Hassett

TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty one runs since last win in 2020. Creditable fourth of 11 to Monsieur Kodi in handicap at Goodwood (6f, heavy, 12/1) 14 days ago. Visor on 1st time and not discounted.

19

CAIRN GORM (GB) (22)

Ch g Bated Breath - In Your Time

Owner: ValueRacingClub & Richard Sanderson

Trainer: Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket

Sponsor: Kpf Racing Ltd

5 8 5 (14)

Jockey: Laura Pearson

Form: 065-431 D

Breeder: Hunscote Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved on recent efforts to end a long losing run in 16-runner handicap (12/1) at York (6f, good) 22 days ago. Can make his presence felt despite taking a 4lb rise.

20

DREAM FOR GOLD (IRE) (21)

B c U S Navy Flag (USA) - Why Not Queen (IRE)

Owner: Mr J. C. G. Chua

Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton

Sponsor: Chuanglee Cash & Carry Ltd

3

Jockey: Josephine Gordon

Form: 2-15022

4 (3)

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Chelmsford City in February. 7/1, good second of 10 in handicap at Newmarket (6f, good) 21 days ago. On the upgrade recently so he’s very much one to consider

DECLARED RUNNERS 20 2022: INTRINSIC BOND 5 8 7 Connor Beasley 11-1 (Tracy Waggott) 14 ran Visor worn first time by No. 8, 18. Blinkers worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 12.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 6, 12.

Stewards Note:

SOPHIA’S STARLIGHT: Following its run on 1/8/2023 it was reported that the horse’s saddle slipped.

LAKOTA BLUE: Following its run on 3/8/2023 it was reported that the horse hung slightly left-handed.

Betting Forecast:

13-2 Monsieur Kodi (IRE), 17-2 Summerghand (IRE), 10-1 Cairn Gorm (GB), 12-1 Lakota Blue (GB),

14-1 Bay Breeze (GB), 16-1 Wobwobwob (IRE), Dream For Gold (IRE), 18-1 Raatea (GB), Twelfth Knight (IRE),

20-1 Sophia’s Starlight (FR), 25-1 Live In The Moment (IRE), 28-1 Anthem National (IRE), Aramis Grey (IRE),

It Just Takes Time (IRE), Aphelios (GB), Brazen Bolt (GB), Gulliver (GB), 40-1 King of Bavaria (IRE), Hyperfocus (IRE),

66-1 Temple Bruer (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

Plenty with chances but it’s hard to side against last year’s Ayr Gold Cup hero SUMMERGHAND who signalled he’s ready to go in again when a promising fourth to Aberama Gold at York (form been franked) and can make amends for an unlucky fourth in this event 12 months ago. Cairn Gorm arrives on the up and could emerge as the chief threat to David O’Meara’s handily-weighted veteran with Monsieur Kodi, Dream For Gold and Live In The Moment completing the shortlist in a cracking Great St Wilfrid.

1.SUMMERGHAND (IRE)

2.CAIRN GORM

3.MONSIEUR KODI (IRE)

RACE RESULT

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THE WILLIAM HILL EPIC VALUE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £15000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £6095; Second £3048; Third £1524; Fourth £762; Fifth £381; Sixth £191.

(Penalty Value £7731) SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)

1 SPIRIT CATCHER (IRE) (21)

Ch g New Bay - Lidanski (IRE)

Owner: Titanium Racing Club

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile handicap race for three-year-olds 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.

Jockey: Joe Fanning

Form: 2-22000 D

Breeder: Ballylinch Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. Eighth of 9 in handicap at Ascot (8f, good to soft, 8/1) 21 days ago, the quirky side of his nature holding him back.

2 LARADO (FR) (17)

B g Shalaa (IRE) - Suertez (USA)

Owner: Mrs Elisabeth Cash

Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham

Sponsor: Premier Steak House

5 9 13 (11)

Jockey: Theodore Ladd

Form: 554000

Breeder: Mr Jean-Pierre Dubois

TIMEFORM VIEW 40/1, too free after 5 months off when eighth of 11 in handicap at Goodwood (7f, heavy) 17 days ago.

3 SKILLED WARRIOR (IRE) (21)

B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Sushi Tuna

Owner: Mr David Swales and Grant Tuer

Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton

5 9 13 (4)

Jockey: Ben Curtis

Form: 35-1000 D

Breeder: Framont Ltd & Grove Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle in April. Eleventh of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (8f, 10/1) 21 days ago.

4 THE TURPINATOR (IRE) (7)

B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Bessichka

Owner: Ursa Major Racing Ltd and G. Tuer

Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton

Sponsor: Adra Projects Ltd

6 9 12 (7)

Jockey: Sam James

Form: 63-0005 D

Breeder: Mr John Manley

TIMEFORM VIEW 40/1, respectable fifth of 13 in handicap at Haydock (8.2f, good) 7 days ago. Mark continues to ease.

5 GIS A SUB (IRE) (14) 4

B g Acclamation - Monclaire (GER)

Owner: Mr S. Ryan

Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton

Sponsor: Santry Ltd

9 11 (10)

Jockey: Tom Eaves

Form: 0-00400

Breeder: Kildaragh Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Fifteen runs since last win in 2021. 14/1, seventh of 11 in handicap at Goodwood (6f, heavy) 14 days ago. Significantly up in trip

6 UGO GREGORY (GB) (7)

Gr g Gregorian (IRE) - Raajis (IRE)

Owner: Mr F. Gillespie

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

7 9 9 (2)

Jockey: Phil Dennis

Form: 425151

Breeder: Brook Stud Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 8/1, won 9-runner handicap at Haydock (7.2f, good) 7 days ago, suited by strong pace. Respected.

7 FREEDOM DAY (IRE) (7)

B g No Nay Never (USA) - Pioneer Spirit

Owner: SYPS (UK) Ltd

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Sponsor: Mark Walford Racing

RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 78

3 9 9 (5)

Jockey: Jack Garritty

Form: 64-10 D

Breeder: Lady Bamford

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner. 1 win from 2 runs this year. 33/1, first run since leaving John & Thady Gosden when ninth of 13 in handicap at Haydock (8.2f, good) 7 days ago.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 84

8

DUNGAR GLORY (IRE) (22)

Ch f Cotai Glory - Independent Girl (IRE)

Owner: Ontoawinner and B Keatley

Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton

Sponsor: www.ontoawinner.net

4 9 8 (8)

Jockey: Dougie Costello

Form: 011543 CD

Breeder: Mr D. Bourke

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. 2 wins from 6 runs this year. Latest win at Leicester in June. 10/1, good third of 13 in handicap at York (7.9f, good) 22 days ago. Player.

9

GARDEN OASIS (GB) (10)

B g Excelebration (IRE) - Queen Arabella

Owner: Mr T. A. Scothern & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Electrical Discount UK

8 9 8 (9)

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 021640 CD

Breeder: Meon Valley Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW 4-time C&D winner Latest win at Ayr in June. Eighth of 11 in handicap (12/1) at Pontefract (8f, good) 10 days ago.

10 CHALLET

(IRE) (14)

B g Clodovil (IRE) - Eileenlilian

Owner: Dunham Trading Ltd

Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington

Sponsor: Bennett Potatoes Limited

6 9 8 (1)

Jockey: Connor Beasley

Form: 06-0624 CD

Breeder: Rathasker Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Fourteen runs since last win in 2021. Fourth of 11 in handicap at Thirsk (8f, heavy, 6/1) 14 days ago, ridden too aggressively Clearly on a workable mark.

11

INDIANA BE (GB) (36)

B g Sioux Nation (USA) - Because (IRE)

Owner: Mr J Carrick & Mr S Taylor

Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham

Sponsor: Tattersalls

3 9 7 (12)

Jockey: Daniel Tudhope

Form: 231516 CD BF

Breeder: Lady Bamford

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. 2 wins from 6 runs this year. Latest win at Hamilton in July. Below form sixth of 12 in handicap (13/8) at York (7.9f, good) 36 days ago. Looks competitive on form.

12

PURPLE GOWN (IRE) (104)

Ch f Teofilo (IRE) - Saintly Hertfield (USA)

Owner: Molly and Paul Willis

Trainer: Adam Nicol, Seahouses

(3)

Jockey: Paul Hanagan

Form: 040-210 D

Breeder: J. S. Bolger

TIMEFORM VIEW 1 win from 3 runs this year. Thirteenth of 19 in handicap at Leopardstown (10f, heavy, 12/1). O

104 days First run for yard after leaving J. S. Bolger Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 67

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

2022: GARDEN OASIS 7 8 12 David Allan 7-2 (Tim Easterby) 7 ran

Hood worn by No 1. Blinkers worn by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 6, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 9.

Stewards Note:

SPIRIT CATCHER: Following its run on 29/7/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed .LARADO: Following its run on 2/8/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.

Betting Forecast:

5-1 Ugo Gregory (GB), 7-1 Dungar Glory (IRE), Indiana Be (GB), 8-1 Challet (IRE), 9-1 Purple Gown (IRE), 10-1 Spirit Catcher (IRE), 14-1 Gis A Sub (IRE), 16-1 Skilled Warrior (IRE), Garden Oasis (GB), 18-1 The Turpinator (IRE), 22-1 Freedom Day (IRE), 28-1 Larado (FR)

PLAY SMARTER

CHALLET continues to shape better than the bare result so is worth another chance off his current mark returned to a track where he has a good record Dunar Glory and Ugo Gregory are both having good seasons so they head the dangers.

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THE WILLIAM HILL PICK YOUR PLACES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for three yrs old and upwards

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 35)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile and one 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 and no runner can carry less than that, irrespective of how low their rating is. In this race the lowest weight for three-year-olds is 8st 5lb and for four-year-olds and upwards is 8st 12lb. This is often described as ‘running from out of the handicap’ and is considered a disadvantage.

1 LITTLE TED (GB) (4) 6

Ch g Cityscape - Speedy Utmost Meg

Owner: Mr M. J. Macleod

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Leods Contracts Limited, Baker Finch Interiors

Jockey: Phil Dennis

Form: 023014 CD

Breeder: Mill Bank Bloodstock LLP

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win at Newcastle in July 6/1, creditable fourth of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (8f) 4 days ago, slowly away. Back up in trip and looks vulnerable for win purposes.

2

LECHRO (IRE) (18)

Ch f Highland Reel (IRE) - Sirici (IRE)

Owner: The West Awake Partnership

Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek

Sponsor: Pra World Ltd

4 9 12 (4)

Jockey: Connor Beasley

Form: 600451

Breeder: Lisbrook

TIMEFORM VIEW 6/1 and visored for 1st time, much improved when winning 10-runner handicap at Beverley (12.1f, soft) 18 days ago, forging clear 8lb rise tolerable given the authority with which she did the job there and another bold show likely

3 PREMIERSHIP (GB) (18) 4 9 10 (9)

B g Mahsoob - Misu Billy

Owner: Mr David Tate & Mr Daniel Lawson

Trainer: Michael Wigham, Newmarket

Sponsor: Tote

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 50-1101

Breeder: David Tate

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 4 runs this year 6/4, career best when winning 7-runner handicap at Yarmouth (8f, good) on debut for this yard 18 days ago. Shapes as though this trip will be within range and he’s a major player.

4 IRV (IRE) (8) 7 9 8 (5)

Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Marion Antoinette (IRE)

Owner: Anthony Bithell & Partner

Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing

Jockey: Aiden Brookes (5)

Form: 64-5524 D

Breeder: Mrs Marion Emerson

TIMEFORM VIEW 7/1, bit below form fourth of 12 in handicap at Musselburgh (9f, good) 8 days ago, faring best of those held up. Enters calculations.

5 CASA LUNA (IRE) (75) 4 9 7 (8)

B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Flowers of Spring (IRE)

Owner: James and Susan Cookson and Joss Coward

Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond

Sponsor: Topspec Equine Ltd, Philip Kirby Racing

Jockey: Andrew Breslin (3)

Form: 404600

Breeder: Peter Jones

TIMEFORM VIEW Cheekpieces on for 1st time, ninth of 11 in handicap (66/1) at Wolverhampton (12.2f) 75 days ago. Back down in trip and she’s likely to find a few too good once more.

Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 54

6 CABINET MAKER (IRE) (7) 4 9 5 (3)

Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Elegant Peace (IRE)

Owner: Ursa Major Racing Ltd & Partner 1

Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds, Adra Projects Ltd

Jockey: Andrew Mullen

Form: 40-0631 D

Breeder: John Malone

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 9-runner minor event at Ayr (10f, good, 10/3)

7 MAC AILEY (GB) (4)

Ch g Firebreak - Rosabee (IRE)

Owner: Dubelem (Racing) Limited & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Optimus Fiduciaries Limited

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 52

7 days ago. This is more demanding but he remains on a good mark up 4lb and couldn’t rule out.

7 9 2 (6)

Jockey: Tom Eaves

Form: 045104 D

Breeder: Bearstone Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Ayr in July. 9/1, good fourth of 13 in handicap at Nottingham (10.2f, good to soft) 4 days ago. Should give it a good shot but may nevertheless find one or two of these too strong.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 49

ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 170 YARDS

8 LORD WARBURTON (IRE) (14) 6 9 0 (2)

Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Portrait of A Lady (IRE)

Owner: Mark Campion Racing Club

Trainer: Mark Campion, Malton

Sponsor: Mark Campion Racing

Jockey: Paul Hanagan

Form: 260/00/-5 C

Breeder: Paget Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. Fifth of 8 in handicap at Hamilton (9.2f, soft, 40/1) 14 days ago. Fair bit to prove at present.

9 RIBKANA (IRE) (7) 3 8 7 (7)

B f Ribchester (IRE) - Simkana (IRE)

Jockey: Duran Fentiman

Owner: MR D F & MR R C SHEDDEN & PARTNER Form: 202420

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Breeder: Denis McDonnell

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleventh of 13 in handicap at Redcar (8f, good to firm, 7/2) 7 days ago. Back up in trip and others are ultimately more persuasive Star

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2022: PERIPETEIA 4 9 7 Jason Hart 14-1 (Philip Kirby) 11 ran

Visor worn by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 5, 7.

Stewards Note:

RIBKANA: Following its run on 12/8/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Betting Forecast:

11-4 Lechro (IRE), 10-3 Premiership (GB), 13-2 Cabinet Maker (IRE), 8-1 Irv (IRE), 9-1 Little Ted (GB), 10-1 Mac Ailey (GB), 12-1 Ribkana (IRE), 66-1 Casa Luna (IRE), 150-1 Lord Warburton (IRE)

The vote goes to PREMIERSHIP, who failed in his hat-trick bid at Redcar in May but resumed his progression when making a winning start for this yard at Yarmouth recently. A 4lb rise for that doesn’t look at all harsh and he promises to be suited by this stiffer test. Conversely, Lechro drops back in trip following a wide-margin success at Beverley but, even though she has an 8lb higher mark and quicker ground to contend with, she is a big threat. Cabinet Maker also merits respect.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PREMIERSHIP

RACE RESULT

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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 35)

1 ANIERES GIRL (GB) (9)

B f Aclaim (IRE) - On A Whim

Owner: Mr B Padgett Racing

RACEFORM

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile and four furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds which have been rated from 46 to 55. Like all handicaps on today’s card this means that should a horse rated 55 take part they would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 50.

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Form: 600R32

Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton Breeder: Ian O’Connor

Sponsor: Stittenham Farms

2 LINCOLN ROCKSTAR (IRE) (14)

B f Churchill (IRE) - Lincoln Rocks

Owner: G.P.S. Heart of Racing (Bloodstock) Ltd

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: P C Coaches of Lincoln Limited

9 10 (1)

Jockey: Daniel Tudhope

Form: 10-2434

Breeder: GPS Heart of Racing (Bloodstock) Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Good fourth of 6 in handicap at Hamilton (11.1f, soft, 18/5) 14 days ago. Not ruled out eased 1lb.

3 CHILD OF LIR (IRE) (20)

B g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Kaplinsky (IRE)

Owner: Blacklock Simpson & Partner

Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds

9 9 (8)

Jockey: Cam Hardie

Form: 230

Breeder: John R. Jeffers

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Seventh of 9 in maiden at Pontefract (8f, good to soft, 22/1) 20 days ago. Makes handicap debut and not discounted.

4 BLUE ANTARES (IRE) (9)

Ch c Frankel - Scarlett Rose

Owner: Mr Pat Fitzsimons

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

Jockey: Joe Fanning

Form: 644225 BF

9 7 (2)

Breeder: Oak Lodge Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Found his run of good form coming to a halt when fifth of 9 in handicap at Yarmouth (11.5f, good to firm) 9 days ago, though he was ridden close to a strong pace. Sort to bounce back and he’s weighted to go well here.

5

KING HARRY (IRE) (11)

B g Harzand (IRE) - Vizean (IRE)

Owner: King Harry Partnership

Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton

Sponsor: Gemma Tutty Racing

RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 53

9 6 (5)

Jockey: Connor Beasley

Form: 0-44505

Breeder: Paul Giles

TIMEFORM VIEW 11/4, only fifth of 7 in handicap at Catterick (12.1f, good) 11 days ago. Others more persuasive. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 52

6

QUEENMAMBO (GB) (111) 9 5 (6)

Ch f Sea The Moon (GER) - Best Side (IRE)

Owner: FDC Holdings & Roofing Consultants Group

Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond

Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

Jockey: Andrew Mullen

Form: 360424

Breeder: Northmore Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW 13/2, creditable fourth of 8 in handicap at Wetherby (14f, good to soft). Off 111 days. Needs considering. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 51

7 BEYOND BEAUTY (IRE) (7) 9 3 (7)

Ch f Bated Breath - Soothing Anthem (IRE)

Jockey: Dougie Costello

Owner: Cragg Wood Racing Form: 500503

Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton

Sponsor: Fitzdares Limited

Breeder: Sabah Mubarak Al Sabah

TIMEFORM VIEW Visored for 1st time, good third of 9 in minor event (50/1) at Ayr (10f, good) 7 days ago, having run of race. Back up in trip and one for the shortlist. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 49

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

8 KNIGHTS SPEAR (GB) (7) 9 0 (3)

B g Lightning Spear - Riccoche (IRE)

Owner: RACING KNIGHTS & PTNR

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Instawood Ltd

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 600400

Breeder: Kirtlington Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 33/1, respectable seventh of 12 in handicap at Redcar (14f, good to firm) 7 days ago. Needs to build on it. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 43

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

2022: MARBUZET 3 9 8 David Allan 11-2 (Tim Easterby) 8 ran Hood worn by No. 1. Blinkers worn by No. 8. Visor worn by No. 4. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7.

Stewards Note:

BLUE ANTARES: Following its run on 10/8/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Betting Forecast:

4-1 Queenmambo (GB), 9-2 Anieres Girl (GB), King Harry (IRE), 6-1 Blue Antares (IRE), 13-2 Lincoln Rockstar (IRE),

9-1 Beyond Beauty (IRE), 16-1 Child of Lir (IRE), 33-1 Knights Spear (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

BLUE ANTARES wasn’t seen to best effect when fifth at Yarmouth last time out and can capitalise on a handy-looking mark now to gain his first success. Child of Lir could have more to offer now going into handicaps so is next on the list ahead of in-form duo Lincoln Rockstar and Beyond Beauty.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BLUE ANTARES (IRE) 2.CHILD OF LIR (IRE) 3.LINCOLN ROCKSTAR (IRE)

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RACE CONDITIONS

FIRST RACE 1.35 - THE JUDDMONTE EBF RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 2) (for horses in Bands B, C and D)(EBF Qualifier) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15288 to the winning horse The second to receive £7167, the third £3588, the fourth £1791, the fifth £897, the sixth £444, the seventh £225 and the eighth £111. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which are in Bands B, C and D. Enter by noon, August 14th and pay £120 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 17th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each race won 6lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band C from Band B 2lb Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). JUDDMONTE FARMS LIMITED has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of JUDDMONTE. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race All horses which are placed in the first six in an EBF Restricted Maiden or Novice race qualifier in 2023 will be qualified to run in either THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for fillies only) at Goodwood on 27 September, 2023, or THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for colts and geldings only) at York on 13 October, 2023. Both races will be run over seven furlongs. NOTE: Horses entered or declared in a race which is subsequently abandoned will not be eligible to enter a Final. For further details regarding Restricted Race Bands, please refer to Standard Conditions for Entry on www2.racingadmin.co.uk 17 entries at £120. - Closed August 14th, 2023.

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SECOND RACE 2.10 - THE WILLIAM HILL RIPON HORNBLOWER EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 2) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15288 to the winning horse The second to receive £7167, the third £3588, the fourth £1791, the fifth £897, the sixth £444, the seventh £225 and the eighth £111. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, August 14th and pay £120 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 17th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, a winner of a race 4lb Of 2 races 8lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). WILLIAM HILL ORGANISATION LIMITED has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition they will award a £50 cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £5000 towards the prize money for this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of WILLIAM HILL. The sponsorship payment of £250 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £5000 towards the prize money for this race 17 entries at £120. - Closed August 14th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

THIRD RACE 2.40 - THE WILLIAM HILL SILVER TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) 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 three yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 17th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 12th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. WILLIAM HILL ORGANIZATION LIMITED has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, they will award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of WILLIAM HILL. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 33 entries, 1 at £25 and 32 at £125. - Closed August 14th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

FOURTH RACE 3.15 - THE WILLIAM HILL GREAT ST WILFRID HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £51540 to the winning horse The second to receive £24170, the third £12090, the fourth £6040, the fifth £3020 and the sixth £1510. for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, August 14th and pay £400 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 17th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 12lb Penalties, after August 12th, 2023, a winner of a race 4lb Of 2 races 7lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb. Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. THE WILLIAM HILL ORGANIZATION LIMITED has generously sponsored this race A Silver Trophy, depicting St Wilfrid mounted on horseback, will be presented to the winning owner Mementos will be presented to the winning trainer and jockey In addition, a cash prize of £100 will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of WILLIAM HILL. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. The British Horseracing Authority has authorised that the maximum number of runners in this race shall be determined by the normal Safety Factor applicable for the race and that a reduced Field Size Limit shall not apply PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race 25 entries at £400. - Closed August 14th, 2023.

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FIFTH RACE 3.50 - THE WILLIAM HILL EPIC VALUE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7731 to the winning horse The second to receive £3625, the third £1813, the fourth £906, the fifth £453 and the sixth £226. for three 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). £75 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 17th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after August 12th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. WILLIAM HILL ORGANIZATION LIMITED has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 26 entries at £75. - Closed August 14th, 2023. SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

SIXTH RACE 4.25 - THE WILLIAM HILL PICK YOUR PLACES 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 and upwards, 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. August 17th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 12lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 5lb Penalties, after August 12th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. WILLIAM HILL ORGANISATION LIMITED has generously sponsored this race and award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries, 1 at £7 and 14 at £35. - Closed August 14th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

SEVENTH RACE 4.58 - THE FARMISON UK’S NUMBER ONE ONLINE BUTCHER 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. August 17th. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 12th, 2023, for each race won 6lb. FARMISON have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a £50 cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 9 entries at £35. - Closed August 14th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.