Ripon Racecard - Saturday 30th September

OFFICIALS & WELCOME

MEET THE TEAM

STEWARDS

Chief Steward Alan Dempsey

Stewards’ Panel Chair Rosie Pearson

Philippa Hardy, Robert McCarthy, Gwen Thomas

STARTERS

Jason Callaghan, Ryan Colley

JUDGE

Nicholas Hargreave

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Karl Curran

HANDICAPPER

Chris Nash

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Rachel Kirtley, Cyril Johnstone

Michelle Maughan

VETERINARY OFFICER

Nigel Haizelden

VETERINARY SURGEONS

Richard Sutcliffe, Matt Butterell

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr Johnathan Bulman, Dr Ros Roden, Dr John Adams

DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD

Brian Beswick - 07831331102

BETTING RING MANAGER

Mark Ryan

COMMENTATOR

Malcolm Tomlinson

MANAGING DIRECTOR

James Hutchinson

CLERK OF THE COURSE

James Hutchinson

CLUB SECRETARY

Andrew Hutchinson

PATRONS

Colin Armstrong CMG, OBE

David Wilmot-Smith MBE

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TODAY’S RACING

FIRST RACE 1:45pm

British EBF 40TH Anniversary Restricted Novice Stakes

SECOND RACE 2:20pm

Lloyd Landrover Ripon Nursery Handicap stakes

THIRD RACE 2:55pm

The Michael Raby Memorial Handicap Stakes

FOURTH RACE 3:30pm

Ripon Cathedral City of The Dales Handicap stakes

FIFTH RACE 4:05pm Armstrong Memorial Handicap stakes

SIXTH RACE 4:40pm

Ripon Races Stable Staff Championships 2023 Novice Stakes

SEVENTH RACE 5:15pm Thank You To Our Groundstaff 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 a very warm welcome to the final meeting of the 2023 season at Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse.

It’s hard to believe that our season is coming to an end, it seems like just yesterday we were preparing for it to start! Congratulations to Team Tim Easterby, winners of the £5000 first prize in the Ripon Stables Championship for the second consecutive year. Adrian Keatley’s team look set to take the £2000 second prize with the £1000 third prize en-route to Charlie Johnston’s yard.

Congratulations also to Twelfth Knight and his connections as he is crowned the 2023 Ripon Champion! He has managed two wins, a second and two third place finishes so far and he could add to that as he contests our feature race, the Ripon Cathedral City of the Dales Handicap at 3.30.

We are joined on the bandstand this afternoon by Rob Hiscoe, a very talented artist who is very popular with Ripon Racegoers, he will be performing throughout the afternoon. Our fixture list for 2024 is now confirmed and can be viewed on the back of the racecard as well as online at ripon-races.co.uk.

Wishing you a great afternoon and we look forward to seeing you again in 2024!

Very best regards.

JAMES HUTCHINSON Managing Director

WHERE TO EAT & DRINK

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

CLUB DINING ROOM

CHAMPAGNE & SEAFOOD BAR

SILKS & SADDLES BAR

OWNERS & TRAINERS

FOUNTAINS SELF SERVICE

JIM JOEL BAR

THEAKSTONS TERRACE BAR

WAKEMAN BUFFET

COURSE BUFFET

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

FRESH CAFE

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

FRESH SEAFOOD

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

FRESH HOT ROLLS

FRESH PIES

FRESH bistro

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

Selection of Tasty Hot Pies and Pastries served with accompaniments

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

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 (78 wins from 567 runners, 14%) runs

PROFITEER (1.45), HOOF IT HOOF IT , SALEET (2.55), HYPERFOCUS, DANZAN (3.30), CANARIA QUEEN, NORTHCLIFF (4.05) & CAN CAN GIRL (5.15).

D O’MEARA (34 wins from 246 runners, 14%) runs MAY BLOSSOM (4.05).

R FAHEY (27 wins from 214 runners, 13%) runs CAPTAIN DANDY (2.55) & DARE TO HOPE (3.30).

N TINKLER (16 wins from 129 runners, 12%) runs

ASKIM & HEARITFORTHEBOYS (1.45).

R FELL & S MURRAY (15 wins from 120 runners, 12%) runs SPANTIK (5.15).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

C JOHNSTON (15 wins from 78 runners, 19%) runs HAIZOOM (5.15).

D O’MEARA (14 wins from 65 runners, 22%) runners listed above.

T EASTERBY (13 wins from 87 runners, 15%) runners listed above.

K R BURKE (12 wins from 53 runners, 23%) runs

MANNERISM (2.20).

R BECKETT (8 wins from 46 runners, 17%) runs

PICK YOUR BATTLES (2.20) & TRUST HOUSE (4.40).

FANCYTHAT

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

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

D ALLAN (54 wins from 286 rides, 19%) rides

PROFITEER (1.45), HOOF IT HOOF IT (2.55), HYPERFOCUS (3.30), CANARIA QUEEN (4.05), CAHERSIVEEN (4.40), CAN CAN GIRL (5.15).

G LEE (15 wins from 109 rides, 14%) rides

ALFANATICAL (1.45), FRANK THE SPARK (2.55), ORIGINTRAIL (3.30), VADAMIAH (4.05), MOON KING (5.15).

P MULRENNAN (15 wins from 98 rides, 15%) rides KANDOO (1.45), HURSTWOOD (2.55), MR WAGYU (3.30), AMERICAN STAR (4.05), PLEDGEOFALLEGIANCE (5.15).

B CURTIS (13 wins from 118 rides, 11%) rides

SPANISH ROCK (1.45), PICK YOUR BATTLES (2.20), FLAVIUS TITUS (2.55), QUINTUS ARRIUS (3.30), STRONG JOHNSON (4.05), TRUST HOUSE (4.40), SPANTIK (5.15).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

J MITCHELL (9 wins from 32 rides, 28%) rides

CLIONIA (1.45), PASSIONATELY (2.20), FRANBERRI (4.40), HAIZOOM (5.15).

B CURTIS (8 wins from 42 rides, 19%) rides listed above

D ALLAN (6 wins from 45 rides, 13%) rides listed above

D NOLAN (5 wins from 28 rides, 18%) rides

HEARITFORTHEBOYS (1.45), HALF MOON RISING (2.20), ECCLESIASTICAL (4.05).

T EASTERBY won the 1.45 race in 2019 and 2022. The stable is represented by Profiteer in the race today. P MIDGLEY won the 4.05 race in 2020 and 2022. The stable is represented by Strong Johnson and Vadamiah in the race today. R BECKETT won the 4.40 race in 2019 and 2020. The stable is represented by Trust House in the race today.

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 3.30 Dakota Gold (won off 100 down 3lb to 97); The Turpinator (won off 88 down 5lb to 83); Mr Wagyu (won off 100 down 6lb to 94); 5.15 Ghadbbaan (won off 65 down 3lb to 62); Can Can Girl (won off 70 down 6lb to 64).

LONGEST TRAVELLERS

PICK YOUR BATTLES (2.20) & TRUST HOUSE (4.40) trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, distance of 250 miles. CAHERSIVEEN (4.40) trained by Ollie Sangster, Marlborough, distance of 220 miles MIGUEL (2.20), INDIAN CREAK (3.30), BETWEENTHESTICKS (4.05) trained by Jack Channon, West Ilsley, distance of 213 miles. KANDOO (1.45) trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, distance of 211 miles MOON KING (5.15) trained by C Longsdon, Chipping Norton, distance of 179 miles. BETWEEN ME AND U (2.20) trained by A Haynes, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles

RACE 1

Spanish Rock got off the mark at the second attempt at Redcar last month but he may struggle to give 7lb to KANDOO. Having shown promise in Ireland, Archie Watson’s trailblazing filly impressed when making all at Bath before losing little in defeat when only reeled in late on over 6f at Chelmsford last time. Of the remainder, Ingleby Ivy may not have been suited by testing ground at Beverley first time out and may do even better now.

WIN: KANDOO

RACE 2

DANGER: SPANISH ROCK

Miguel, Billiegee and Between Me And U all merit plenty of respect but MANNERISM could well prove to be better than his opening mark. Karl Burke’s gelding, a 90,000gns purchase, has shaped encouragingly in three Haydock novice events and could easily have more to offerhere. PickYourBattles sports a similarprofile and maybe boosted by first-time cheekpieces, while Half Moon Rising should not be written off

WIN: MANNERISM

RACE 3

DANGER: PICK YOUR BATTLES

Mr Trevor advertised his well-being when winning at Hamilton earlier in the week and commands respect under a 5lb penalty The three-time C&D winner Hurstwood and Hurt You Never are others to note. However, it may pay to take a chance on HOOF IT HOOF IT exploiting a drop in both trip and class after a lively effort from a wide draw in a class 5 event at Chester last time.

WIN: HOOF IT HOOF IT

RACE 4

DANGER: MR TREVOR

BRAZEN BOLTwon over6fatThirsk last time and thatwas awell-deservedvictoryafter some solid efforts in defeat. The son of Brazen Beau is now only 4lb higher and that makes him one to keep on the right side of. Twelfth Knight had Origintrail (second) and Abate (fifth) behind him when scoring over C&D on only his second start for the Paul Midgley stable and he could continue to improve

WIN: BRAZEN BOLT

RACE 5

DANGER: TWELFTH KNIGHT

PRINCESS KARINE is a very solid performer who arrives here on the back of a win in a similar event at Musselburgh a couple of weeks ago. The daughter of Aclaim is only 3lb higher here and that could prove to be lenient. May Blossom was a close-up third at Beverley recently and she should go well off a 1lb higher rating, while Strong Johnson is also worth a second look.

WIN: PRINCESS KARINE

RACE 6

DANGER: MAY BLOSSOM

Slight preference is for FRANBERRI, who ran a highly encouraging race on her debut when dwelling at the start and running on well for second at Yarmouth. With improvement expected for that experience, she can get the better of the recent Kempton fourthTrust House and Kardia,who has a 7lb penaltyto overcome fora taking success over C&D in April.

WIN: FRANBERRI

RACE 7

DANGER: KARDIA

This can go the way of PLEDGEOFALLEGIANCE, who hinted at a return to form when a creditable third at Ascot over this distance in July Given a small break since, the son of Sea The Stars can return to winning ways with conditions likely to suit. It may be that the C&D winner Haizoom gives him the most to think about, although Moon King must be of interest as well.

WIN: PLEDGEOFALLEGIANCE

DANGER: HAIZOOM

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

THEBRITISHEBF40THANNIVERSARY RESTRICTEDNOVICESTAKES(CLASS5)(forhorsesinBandsCandD) (EBFRestrictedSeriesQualifier)(GBBRACE)

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)

SIX FURLONGS

RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME

1 min 13.00 secs

RECORD TIME

1 min 10.40 secs

RACE DESCRIPTION

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

1 SPANISH ROCK (IRE) (35) 9

Gr c Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Rocking

Owner: The Inver Park Partnership

Trainer: George Boughey, Newmarket

Sponsor: SBK, George Boughey Racing Ltd

Jockey: Ben Curtis

Form: 31 D

Breeder: Wardstown Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Phoenix of Spain colt. 5/6, confirmed debut promise when winning 11-runner minor event at Redcar 35 days ago, getting gap entering final 1f before leading near line. Remains open to

2 HEARITFORTHEBOYS (IRE) (-)

Ch g Bated Breath - Pop Art (IRE)

Owner: MIDDLEHAM PARK RACING XLVI & V DE SOUSA

Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Sponsor: Alexanders York

9 4 (3)

Jockey: David Nolan

Form:

Breeder: Lady Richard Wellesley

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 23. 39,000 gns foal, EUR26,000 yearling, Bated Breath gelding. Half-brother to several winners, including winner up to 5.3f Pop Dancer and 1m-10.7f winner Fox Leicester

3 KANDOO (IRE) (28) (2lb)

B f Kessaar (IRE) - Anythingknappen (IRE)

Owner: Mr John Edward McEnery

Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

9 4 (7)

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan

Form: 633213 D BF

Breeder: Rossenarra Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Kessaar filly Winner at Bath in August. 11/8, creditable third of 9 in minor event at Chelmsford City (6f) 28 days ago. Consistent sort should be in the mix again.

4 PROFITEER (IRE) (10) (2lb)

Ch c Profitable (IRE) - Whispering Lady (IRE)

Owner: Habton Racing

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 06

9 2 (5)

Breeder: David Doyle & Edward Doyle Jnr

TIMEFORM VIEW Profitable colt. Showed more than on debut when sixth of 13 in maiden (50/1) at Beverley (5f, heavy) 10 days ago, nearest finish. Another step forward will be required. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

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STANDRING (IRE) (14) (2lb)

Br c Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Aperitif

Jockey: P. J. McDonald

Owner: Royale Racing Syndicate and Partners 1 Form: 4

Trainer: Craig Lidster, Easingwold

Sponsor: Tote

9 2 (1)

Breeder: Mountarmstrong Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Ten Sovereigns colt. Offered something to work on when fourth of 8 in minor event (14/1) at Chester (6.1f, soft) on debut 14 days ago, not clear run. May well do better.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

6 ALFANATICAL (GB) (10)

B f Land Force (IRE) - Ellen Gates

Jockey: Graham Lee

Owner: SOUTH YORKSHIRE TRADE & ALFA SITE Form: 0

Trainer: Craig Lidster, Easingwold

8 13 (11)

Breeder: Ellen Gates Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW Land Force filly. 28/1, given considerate introduction when eighth of 13 in maiden at Beverley (5f, heavy) on debut 10 days ago. More needed.

7 ASKIM (GB) (10) (2lb)

B f Washington DC (IRE) - Citron

Owner: Mr S. Hussey

Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

8 11 (6)

Jockey: Sean Kirrane

Form: 0

Breeder: Bearstone Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Washington DC filly 80/1, showed nothing when twelfth of 13 in maiden at Beverley (5f, heavy) on debut 10 days ago. Needs to leave that effort well behind.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

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CLIONIA (GB) (11)

B f The Last Lion (IRE) - Lady Clair (IRE)

Owner: White Rose Racing

Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton

Sponsor: Gemma Tutty Racing

(2lb)

Jockey: Jack Mitchell

Form: 00

8 11 (8)

Breeder: Sheepcote Grange

TIMEFORM VIEW The Last Lion filly. Tenth of 13 in minor event at Redcar (5f, good, 150/1) 11 days ago, slowly away Can’t be recommended on efforts so far Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

9 INGLEBY IVY (GB) (10) (2lb)

B f Calyx - Luna Moon

Owner: Ingleby Bloodstock Ltd & The Ivy League

Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay

Sponsor: Scott Bros Ltd

8 11 (10)

Jockey: Connor Murtagh

Form: 4

Breeder: R. J. Cornelius & G. Godfrey

TIMEFORM VIEW Calyx filly. 22/1, bit green but offered something to work when fourth of 8 in minor event at Beverley (5f, heavy) on debut 10 days ago. Open to progress. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

10 RENEWABLE

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B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Celtic Lynn (IRE)

Owner: Mr A J Smith

Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton

Sponsor: Gemma Tutty Racing

(IRE) (11) (2lb)

Jockey: Connor Beasley

Form: 00

Breeder: Patrick M. Ryan

8 11 (9)

TIMEFORM VIEW Dandy Man filly. Eleventh of 13 in minor event at Redcar (5f, good, 125/1) 11 days ago. Little sign of ability so far. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

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SOMETIMES A LADY (GB) (99) (2lb) 8 11 (2)

B f Coach House (IRE) - Floriane (IRE)

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Owner: Mr Derek Wellicome Form: 0

Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay Breeder: Derek Wellicome

TIMEFORM VIEW Coach House filly. 11/1, green when last of 7 in seller at Redcar (7f, good to firm) on debut. Off 99 days Looked very limited on debut and plenty more is needed to figure here.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2022: SPIRIT OF APPLAUSE 2 9 5 Duran Fentiman 8-15 (Tim Easterby) 7 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3.

Stewards Note:

STANDRING: Following its run on 16/9/2023 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.

Betting Forecast:

2-1 Spanish Rock (IRE), 9-4 Kandoo (IRE), 6-1 Ingleby Ivy (GB), 9-1 Standring (IRE), 20-1 Hearitfortheboys (IRE), 40-1 Profiteer (IRE), Alfanatical (GB), 66-1 Sometimes A Lady (GB), 100-1 Askim (GB), Clionia (GB), 150-1 Renewable Queen (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

TIMEFORM

SPANISH ROCK showed a likeable attitude to get up at Redcar and George Boughey’s colt is fancied to defy a penalty to take his record to 2 wins from 3 starts. Kandoo is vastly more experienced than her opposition and appeals as the likeliest threat to the selection, whilst both Ingleby Ivy and Standring showed something to work on first time up and are also respected in a race which lacks depth.

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BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

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THE LLOYD LANDROVER RIPON NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for two yrs old

Total prize fund £10000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

1 MANNERISM (IRE) (23)

B g Caravaggio (USA) - Bright And Sunny (IRE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

A nursery is a handicap that is restricted to two-year-olds only In order to be allowed to take part, entrants must have already run in three maiden or novice races, or have won two races, which then qualifies them for an official handicap rating based on what they have achieved so far. Quite simply, the higher their rating, the bigger the weight they have to carry This particular one mile race is for horses which have been rated from 0 to 75

Jockey: Pierre-Louis Jamin

Owner: Highclere Thoroughbred Racing-Rembrandt Form: 355

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Sponsor: Highclere Thoroughbred Racing Ltd

Breeder: Castlehyde Stud & Barronstown Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Fifth of 8 in novice (12/1) at Haydock (8f, good

2 PASSIONATELY (IRE) (51)

B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Lexi’s Love (USA)

Jockey: Jack Mitchell

Owner: Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners Form: 51064

Trainer: Amy Murphy, Newmarket

Sponsor: CLASS1PERSONNEL, Amy Murphy Racing Ltd

9 10 (4)

Breeder: Mr Gerry Duffy

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Wetherby in June. 17/2 and blinkered for 1st time, fourth of 6 in nursery at Chepstow (6.1f, good) 51 days ago. Significantly up in trip Cheekpieces on 1st time.

3 PICK YOUR BATTLES (GB) (16)

B c Ulysses (IRE) - Traditionelle

Owner: Valmont

Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down

Sponsor: R M Beckett Ltd

9 8 (7)

Jockey: Ben Curtis

Form: 004

Breeder: Mrs D. O’Brien

rm) 16 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Makes handicap debut.

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 10/1, fourth of 8 in novice at Epsom (7f, good

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BETWEEN ME AND U (GB) (36)

B g Eqtidaar (IRE) - Love In The Park

Owner: GB Civil Engineering (Leicester) Ltd

Trainer: Alice Haynes, Newmarket

9 7 (5)

Jockey: Christian Howarth (5)

Form: 46321 D

Breeder: Fifehead Farms - MC Denning

TIMEFORM VIEW 4/5, didn’t need to be at best when winning 5-runner nursery at Ffos Las (8f, soft) 36 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Ivan Furtado. Respected.

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MIGUEL (IRE) (19)

Ch c Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Brioniya

Owner: Fruci, Pakenham, Walsh & Partner

Trainer: Jack Channon, West Ilsley

Sponsor: Jack Channon Racing Limited

Jockey: Connor Beasley

Form: 231

73

9 7 (6)

Breeder: Mr Andriy Milovonov & V. Tymoshenko

TIMEFORM VIEW 1/2, won 7-runner maiden at Brighton (7f, good to soft) 19 days ago, well on top finish. Makes handicap debut. Player. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 73

6

BILLIEGEE (IRE) (29)

B f Waldgeist - Donau (IRE)

Owner: Hasmonean Racing & Marnie Cleary

Trainer: James Ferguson, Newmarket

Sponsor: Hasmonean Racing

9 6 (1)

Jockey: P. J. McDonald

Form: 21

Breeder: Donau Partnership & Waldeist Syndicate

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced winner. 11/8, won 7-runner maiden at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 29 days ago, all out.

Makes handicap debut Open to progress. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 72

7 HALF MOON RISING (IRE) (7) 9 4 (2)

B c Inns of Court (IRE) - Moon Sister (IRE)

Owner: Crystal Clear Racing

Trainer: Ollie Pears, Malton

Sponsor: Tote

Jockey: David Nolan

Form: 00042

Breeder: A. Murphy,B. Kennedy,C Farrell&J. Horan

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2022: VONDELPARK 2 8 9 Aiden Brookes 5-1 (Gemma Tutty) 6 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 2, 3. Betting Forecast:

4-1 Between Me And U (GB), Miguel (IRE), 9-2 Billiegee (IRE), 5-1 Half Moon Rising (IRE), 8-1 Pick Your Battles (GB), 9-1 Mannerism (IRE), 18-1 Passionately (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

HALF MOON RISING came clear of the rest when only just edged out at Catterick off 2lb lower last week and can go one better if seeing out this longer trip. Between Me And U beat a subsequent winner when scoring on his nursery bow at Ffos Las and is feared most ahead of Brighton maiden winner Miguel.

RACE RESULT

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

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POSITION OF STALLS

Straight courSe & 2 mileS - Stand rail

round courSe - inSide rail

1m 4f - centre

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THIRD RACE 2.55

THE MICHAEL RABY MEMORIAL 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. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

Horse

RACE DESCRIPTION

SIX FURLONGS

This is a six furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 65 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.

1 HURT YOU NEVER (IRE) (18) 4 9 12 (8)

B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Kyllarney

Owner: A Nicholls & Bob Joy

Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay

Jockey: Mia Nicholls (7)

Form: 111243 D

Breeder: Mount Coote Estates

TIMEFORM VIEW 5 wins from 13 runs this year Latest win at Newbury in June. 5/2, third of 4 in handicap at Leicester (5f, soft) 18 days ago, unsuited by drop in trip. Needs considering back up in distance.

2 BAY OF HOPE (IRE) (58)

B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Selka (FR)

Owner: Mick & David Easterby 100 Racing

3 9 12 (3)

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Form: 30-5134

Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton Breeder: Gerard Burke

Sponsor: Stittenham Farms

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Redcar in June. 17/2, creditable fourth of 6 in handicap at Nottingham (6.1f, heavy) 58 days ago. Not discounted.

3 ONE MORE DREAM (GB) (9)

Br g Bated Breath - Gracefilly

Owner: Ryedale Racing

Trainer: John Quinn, Malton

Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd

4 9 12 (4)

Jockey: Gianluca Sanna (5)

Form: 400010 D

Breeder: Simon Wood

TIMEFORM VIEW 3 wins from 11 runs this year Eighth of 10 in handicap at Pontefract (6f, good to soft, 7/1) 9 days ago. Can give a good account if shrugging

4

HOOF IT

HOOF IT (IRE) (15)

B f Prince of Lir (IRE) - So Devoted (IRE)

Owner: VeniVidiVici

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

3 9 7 (9)

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 000424 D

Breeder: Patrick F. Kelly

TIMEFORM VIEW 12/1, respectable fourth of 12 in handicap at Chester (7f, soft) 15 days ago. One for the shortlist.

5 HURSTWOOD (GB) (25)

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Haigh Hall

Owner: Hard Held Partnership and Angus Racing

Trainer: Peter Niven, Malton

Sponsor: P D Niven Racing Ltd

6 9 6 (6)

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan

Form: 135003 CD

Breeder: Highfield Farm LLP

TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time C&D winner who got back on track when third of 11 in handicap here 25 days ago. Also took this 12 months ago so he’s a player.

6 SALEET (GB) (29)

Br f Tasleet - Sally (FR)

Owner: Mr B Valentine & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: M.A.V. Wallcoverings Ltd

3 9 4 (10)

Jockey: Sean Kirrane

Form: 606400 D

Breeder: Silfield Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 12 in handicap (33/1) at Carlisle (5.8f, good) 29 days ago. Needs to get back on track.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 59

7 FLAVIUS TITUS (GB) (25) 8 9 0 (2)

Ch g Lethal Force (IRE) - Furbelow

Owner: Mr Foster & Partner

Trainer: Danny Brooke, Middleham

Sponsor: SC Foster Farming, Danny Brooke Racing

Jockey: Ben Curtis

Form: 020124 CD

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win at Thirsk in August. 13/2, respectable fourth of 14 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 25 days ago. Can go well again.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 53

8 CAPTAIN DANDY (IRE) (12) 3 9 0 (1)

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - La Chita Bonita (IRE)

Owner: Richard Fahey Ebor Racing Club Ltd

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Jockey: Ryan Sexton (3)

Form: 152661 D

Breeder: Northern Bloodstock Agency Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 11/4, career best when winning 10-runner handicap at Thirsk (6f, soft) 12 days ago. Very much one to consider despite taking a 4lb rise.

9 MR TREVOR (IRE) (5)

(7)

B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Muscadelle

Owner: Mr T. S. Ingham & Mrs Liz Ingham

Trainer: Ann Duffield, Leyburn

Sponsor: Sims Suzuki

5 8 13(in

Jockey: Connor Beasley

Form: 060651 D

Breeder: J. Horan & M. Conaghan

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved when winning 12-runner handicap at Hamilton (6f, good to soft, 11/2) 5 days ago. Can make his presence felt under a 5lb penalty

10 FRANK THE SPARK (GB) (19) 3 8 12 (5)

Ch g Orientor - Annie Gee

Owner: Mr Frank Brady

Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

Sponsor: Brady & Gallagher (1999) Ltd

Jockey: Graham Lee

Form: 0054

Breeder: Frank Brady & Alexander Bogle

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. 50/1, best effort when fourth of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) 19 days ago. Much respected.

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

2022: HURSTWOOD 5 9 5 Callum Rodriguez 4-1 (Peter Niven) 8 ran Hood worn by No. 9. Blinkers worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6.

Betting Forecast:

4-1 Mr Trevor (IRE), 11-2 Captain Dandy (IRE), 6-1 Hurt You Never (IRE), 7-1 Hurstwood (GB), 9-1 Flavius Titus (GB), 10-1 Frank The Spark (GB), 14-1 One More Dream (GB), Hoof It Hoof It (IRE), 16-1 Bay of Hope (IRE), 33-1 Saleet (GB) PLAY

HURSTWOOD took this 12 months ago and is fancied to capitalise on a handy-looking mark and extend his excellent record at this track. Recent Hamilton scorer Mr Trevor is feared most under a 5lb penalty, although Captain Dandy seems sure to be on the premises too on the back of his Thirsk victory.

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

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RACEFORM STANDARD TIMES

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

They are revised annually

FOURTH RACE 3.30

THE RIPON CATHEDRAL CITY OF THE DALES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

for three yrs old and upwards, Total prize fund £40000

Owners Prize Money. Winner£16252; Second £8128;Third £4064; Fourth £2032; Fifth £1016; Sixth £508. (PenaltyValue £20616) Weights raised 8lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 ofthe Weights and Handicapping Code compliedwithwhere applicable. SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OFTHIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

1 DAKOTA GOLD (GB) (14)

B g Equiano (FR) - Joyeaux

Owner: Doug Graham,Ian Davison,Alan Drysdale 1

Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington

Sponsor: Denton Hall Racing Ltd

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a six furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 86 to 105. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have run at least three times in a Flat race in Britain, or have run in no more than two Flat races run in Britain and won at least one of them. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap. In simple terms a horse rated 105 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 100.

9 9 12 (12)

Jockey: Connor Beasley

Form: 41-3000 CD

Breeder: Redgate BStock & Peter Bottowley BStock

TIMEFORM VIEW Fine servant to connections but failed to come on for recent run at Doncaster (5.6f, good to soft) 14 days ago. Handicapper has been lenient (below last winning mark) and former Great St Wilfrid winner has a chance if rediscovering old form.

2 MR WAGYU (IRE)

Ch g Choisir (AUS) - Lake Louise (IRE)

Owner: The New Century Partnership

Trainer: John Quinn, Malton

(7)

Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, Warrendale Wagyu

8 9 9 (2)

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan

Form: 004030 CD

Breeder: Danny O’Sullivan

TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed his return to form when eighth of 24 in Ayr Gold Cup (6f, good, 14/1) 7 days ago. Remains on a feasible mark and shouldn’t be discounted.

3 INDIAN CREAK (IRE) (34)

B g Camacho - Ushindi (IRE)

Owner: Norman Court Stud & Susan Bunney

Trainer: Jack Channon, West Ilsley

Sponsor: Norman Court Stud

6 9 7 (9)

Jockey: Rose Dawes (5)

Form: 306115 D

Breeder: Mount Coote Stud & New England Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Has taken his form to a new level this summer, landing back-to-back events at Epsom in July and Windsor the following month. Not beaten far at all when fifth of 6 in handicap at Goodwood (6f, soft, 11/2) 34 days ago and should remain competitive from career-high mark.

4 BRAZEN BOLT (GB) (21)

B g Brazen Beau (AUS) - Gladys’ Gal

Owner: Fishlake Commercial Motors Ltd

Trainer: John Quinn, Malton

6 9 6 (5)

Jockey: Gianluca Sanna (5)

Form: 525521 D

Breeder: Fishlake Commercial Motors Ltd

Sponsor: Fishlake Commercial Motors Ltd, JJ Quinn Racing Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Eight wins from 31 Flat runs. 9/4, career best when winning 7-runner handicap at Thirsk (6f, good to soft) 21 days ago, pushed out. Up 4lb but should remain competitive and big shout.

5

HYPERFOCUS (IRE) (7)

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 (11)

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 500030 CD

Breeder: Stephanie Von Schilcher & Gavan Kinch

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored over C&D in April and ran better than for a good while when third at Chester at the start of this month. Not in same form when thirteenth of 19 in handicap at York (5f, soft, 16/1) 7 days ago and others make more appeal.

6

TWELFTH KNIGHT (IRE) (32)

B g Haatef (USA) - Balm

Owner: Mrs N. Padgett

Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

Sponsor: Argrain Ltd

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 91

4 9 5 (8)

Jockey: Ryan Sexton (3)

Form: 230301 CD

Breeder: Castlegrove Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 9 runs this year Career best when winning 10-runner handicap at this C&D (good, 5/1) 32 days ago by 1/2 length from Origintrail, always holding on. 4lb rise looks manageable and he should be in the mix again.

7

GLORIOUS ANGEL (IRE)

B f Cotai Glory - Angel Meadow

Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 23

Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton

Sponsor: Tattersalls

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 90

(9) 3 8 13 (7)

Jockey: Pierre-Louis Jamin

Form: 055225 D

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 16 runs this year. Not disgraced when fifth of 7 in handicap (11/2) at Pontefract (6f, good to soft) 9 days ago. This looks more competitive but she’s not fully discounted.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 86

SIX FURLONGS

8

ABATE (GB) (7)

Br g Bated Breath - Red Kyte

Owner: Ruffles Racing Club

Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay

7 8 13 (4)

Jockey: Mia Nicholls (7)

Form: 210531 CD

Breeder: Malih L. Al Basti

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 4 wins from 12 runs this year 7/1, career best when winning 11-runner handicap at Newmarket (6f, good) 7 days ago, digging deep. Has tended to struggle from this kind of mark in the past but he’s clearly going through a good spell at present.

9 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

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 84

6 8 12 (3)

Jockey: P. J. McDonald

Form: 005613

Breeder: Mr John Manley

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Thirsk in September Creditable third of 17 in handicap (8/1) at York (7f, soft) 7 days ago. Interesting dropping to a sprint trip for the first time. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 83

10

QUINTUS ARRIUS (IRE) (56)

B g Mehmas (IRE) - Juxtaposed

Owner: Clova Farms Ltd

Trainer: Peter Niven, Malton

3 8 12 (10)

Jockey: Ben Curtis

Form: 6-12103 D BF

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Hamilton in May Respectable third of 7 in handicap at Doncaster (6f, heavy) 56 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Kevin Ryan. Cheekpieces back on. Place claims.

11

DANZAN (IRE) (7)

B g Lawman (FR) - Charanga

Owner: REALITY PARTNERSHIPS XVII

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

8 8 11 (1)

Jockey: Sean Kirrane

Form: 100230 D

Breeder: Colin Kennedy

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Thirsk in June and was placed twice there prior to finishing twelfth of 25 in Ayr Silver Cup (6f, good) 7 days ago. Others more persuasive.

12

ORIGINTRAIL (IRE) (21)

B f Profitable (IRE) - Miss Azeza

Owner: Daniel Shapiro & David Clifford

Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham

4 8 8 (13)

Jockey: Graham Lee

Form: 604225 CD

Breeder: Oak Leaf Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner last season and finished runner-up here both outings in August, unlucky not to have scored on the first occasion. 11/2, not in same form when fifth of 7 in handicap at Thirsk (7f, good to soft) 21 days ago but merits respect on return to Ripon.

13

DARE TO HOPE (IRE) (17)

B g Camacho - Prying Pandora (FR)

Owner: Lets Go Racing 1

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Sponsor: Racing People

3 8 7 (6)

Jockey: Andrew Breslin (3)

Form: 43-6002

Breeder: Mr Gary Aspell

TIMEFORM VIEW Broke on terms for a change and produced his best effort of the season when second of 14 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 17 days ago. Needs to take another step forward to get involved in this higher grade, however.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 80

2022: ABOLISH 6 8 13 Paul Hanagan 4-1 (Iain Jardine) 7 ran Visor worn by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 10, 11. Running for the first time since Gelding No 10.

DECLARED RUNNERS 13

Stewards Note:

ORIGINTRAIL: Following its run on 9/9/2023 it was reported that the horse was restless in the stalls. Betting Forecast:

11-2 Brazen Bolt (GB), 13-2 Twelfth Knight (IRE), 7-1 Abate (GB), 10-1 The Turpinator (IRE), 12-1 Quintus Arrius (IRE), Origintrail (IRE), Dare To Hope (IRE), 14-1 Dakota Gold (GB), Mr Wagyu (IRE), 16-1 Indian Creak (IRE), 18-1 Glorious Angel (IRE), 22-1 Danzan (IRE), 25-1 Hyperfocus (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

BRAZEN BOLT has looked as good as ever in recent weeks, and having had a bit more of a break than those that ran at Ayr last weekend, John Quinn’s gelding is fancied to follow up from his latest Thirsk success. Fellow last-time-out winner Twelfth Knight has a fine C&D record and can be in the mix again, whilst this is a less-competitive affair than is often contested by Mr Wagyu and he also merits respect after a pair of good efforts in big-field events.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BRAZEN BOLT 2.TWELFTH KNIGHT (IRE) 3.MR WAGYU (IRE)

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

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FIFTH RACE 4.05

THE ARMSTRONG MEMORIAL 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 31) No Horse

RACE DESCRIPTION

FIVE FURLONGS

This is a five furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 61 to 80 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 MAY BLOSSOM (GB) (10) 4 9 13 (3)

B f Mayson - Almond Branches

Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd 2C & Partner

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: Hambleton Racing Ltd

Jockey: Mark Winn (3)

Form: 611003 D

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

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newmarket in July Good third of 9 in handicap (10/1) at Beverley (5f, heavy) 10 days ago, slowly away Ought to be in the shake-up.

2 STRONG JOHNSON (IRE) (16)

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

Owner: Taylor’s Bloodstock Ltd

Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

Sponsor: Taylor Group (Yorkshire) Ltd

7 9 11 (5)

Jockey: Ben Curtis

Form: 563120 D BF

Breeder: David Mooney

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Redcar in August. Eleventh of 13 in handicap (4/1) at Doncaster (6f, good to soft) 16 days ago so needs to bounce back.

3 PRINCESS KARINE (GB) (13) 4

B f Aclaim (IRE) - Hakuraa (IRE)

Owner: Mr N. Derbyshire & Partner

Trainer: Bryan Smart, Hambleton

Sponsor: Tote

9 11 (6)

Jockey: Andrew Breslin (3)

Form: 214621 D

Breeder: Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 4-runner handicap at Musselburgh (5f, soft, 9/4) 13 days ago. Needs considering despite taking a 3lb rise.

4 AMERICAN STAR (IRE) (17) 4 9 10 (10)

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

Owner: RJH LTD/Facts & Figures/Ruth Carr

Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington

Sponsor: William Hill

TIMEFORM VIEW 28/1, last of 14 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f)

5

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan

Form: 555400

Breeder: Swordlestown Little

KHABIB (IRE) (11) 5

B or Br g Mehmas (IRE) - Lady Mega (IRE)

Owner: Mr Ray Craggs

Trainer: Ray Craggs, Sedgefield

9 7

Jockey: Ryan Sexton (3)

Form: 350664 D

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

(9)

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2022 but he shaped well when fourth of 13 in handicap at Redcar (6f, good) 11 days ago, fading only late on. Big shout back at the minimum trip now.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 75 6

BETWEENTHESTICKS (GB) (21) 3 9 6 (2)

B g Captain Gerrard (IRE) - Jollyhockeysticks

Owner: The Wilsley Partnership

Trainer: Jack Channon, West Ilsley

Sponsor: Jack Channon Racing Limited

Jockey: Connor Beasley

Form: 223643 D

Breeder: J. P. Coggan

TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2022. Creditable third of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f, 9/2) 21 days ago. Can give a good account.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 75

7 VADAMIAH (IRE) (38) 4 9 6 (7)

B f Vadamos (FR) - Ghanimah

Owner: mrs gloria blackburn & partner

Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

Jockey: Graham Lee

Form: 431-500 D

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleventh of 14 in handicap at York (5f, good to firm, 33/1) 38 days ago. Others appeal more.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 74

8

ECCLESIASTICAL (GB) (21)

Ch g Pastoral Pursuits - Bazzana

Owner: Mr Paul L. Drinkwater

Trainer: Tristan Davidson, Carlisle

Sponsor: D & D Industrial Coatings Ltd, Jewson Limited

6 9 2 (1)

Jockey: David Nolan

Form: 321335 CD BF

Breeder: The Snailwell Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 3 wins from 14 runs this year Latest win at Thirsk in August. Below-form fifth of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f, 7/2) 21 days ago. Tongue strap back on with more needed.

9 CANARIA QUEEN (GB) (13)

Bl f Pastoral Pursuits - Gran Canaria Queen

Owner: THE 1891 GROUP & PARTNER

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Legacy It Consultants Limited

3 9 0 (8)

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 03201 D

Breeder: Habton Farms

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner Career best when winning 5-runner minor event (5/2) at Musselburgh (5f, soft) 13 days ago, pushed out. Much respected back in handicap company.

10 NORTHCLIFF (IRE) (9)

Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) - Colgin

Owner: S Bulmer, P Hebdon & R Taylor

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

3 8 11 (4)

Jockey: Sean Kirrane

Form: 000005

Breeder: Gce Farm Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable fifth of 20 in handicap at Ayr (5f, good to soft, 22/1) 9 days ago. Blinkers back on.

Remains a maiden after 18 Flat runs.

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

BHA Rating 66

2022: LEODIS DREAM (IRE) 6 9 7 David Nolan 13-2 (Paul Midgley) 12 ran

Blinkers worn by No 1, 4, 10. Tongue Strap worn by No 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 6.

Stewards Note:

STRONG JOHNSON: Following its run on 14/9/2023 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

Betting Forecast:

4-1 Princess Karine (GB), 6-1 May Blossom (GB), 7-1 Betweenthesticks (GB), 17-2 Strong Johnson (IRE), Canaria Queen (GB), 9-1 Khabib (IRE), 10-1 Northcliff (IRE), 11-1 Ecclesiastical (GB), 20-1 American Star (IRE), 28-1 Vadamiah (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

A tight-knit sprint but KHABIB caught the eye when fourth over 6f at Redcar last time and gets the nod with this return to his optimum trip a big plus. In-form top-weight May Blossom brings solid credentials to the table and is feared most ahead of recent Musselburgh scorer Princess Karine.

RACE RESULT

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THE RIPON RACES STABLE STAFFCHAMPIONSHIPS 2023 NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)

for novice three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £9000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

1 TOTAL MASTER (GB) (737)

Ch g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Totally Lost (IRE)

Owner: Mr Abdulla Al Mansoori

Trainer: Ismail Mohammed, Newmarket

Sponsor: Dubai Racing Club

RACE DESCRIPTION

This contest is another Novice Stakes, this time run over a distance of one mile and four furlongs. There are a variety of reasons why the three-year-olds in this race are still light on experience. Stoutly bred horses are unlikely to be seen at their best over the shorter distances of their juvenile season whilst a setback or injury can curtail even the most precociously bred horse’s three-year-old career

4

Jockey: Christian Howarth (5)

Form: 0/-

Breeder: Haddenham Stud Farm Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 3,000 gns foal, £20,000 yearling Dam unraced half-sister to smart winner up to 16.2f Blue Hussar 20/1, tenth of 12 in novice at Pontefract (8f, good) on debut. Off over 2 years. Significantly up in trip.

2 KARDIA (GB) (163)

B f Kingman - Elpida (USA)

Owner: St Albans Bloodstock Limited

Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham

Sponsor: Tote

3 9 6 (4)

Jockey: P. J. McDonald

Form: 5-1 CD

Breeder: Ropsley Bloodstock & St Albans Bloodstck

TIMEFORM VIEW Much better effort in maidens 6 months apart when winning 4-runner event (5/2) at this C&D (soft), keeping on well. Off 163 days Should have more to offer still.

3 CAHERSIVEEN (IRE) (31)

B g Australia - Blessing (USA)

Owner: Pompey Ventures

Trainer: Ollie Sangster, Marlborough

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

3 9 4 (3)

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 05

Breeder: Sir Robert Ogden

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. Fifth of 12 in maiden at Cork (12f, good to soft, 80/1) 31 days ago. First run for yard after leaving K. J. Condon. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

4 DELTA LEGEND (IRE) (37)

B g Camelot - Delta Dreamer

Owner: Anna Martin & Jane Chapple-Hyam

Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket

3 9 4 (5)

Jockey: Jonny Peate (3)

Form: 0

Breeder: Glenville Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 140,000 gns foal, 200,000 gns yearling, Camelot gelding. Dam, ran once at 2 yrs, half-sister to smart winner up to 9f Juliet Foxtrot Ninth of 11 in maiden (7/1) at Chelmsford City (10f) on debut 37 days ago. Up in trip. First run for yard after leaving William Haggas. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

5 TRUST HOUSE (IRE) (17)

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Rococo

Owner: Valmont

Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down

Sponsor: R M Beckett Ltd

3 9 4 (6)

Jockey: Ben Curtis

Form: 434

Breeder: Farm Cove Thoroughbreds Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Best effort when fourth of 11 in maiden (4/1) at Kempton (12f) back from a break 17 days ago. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 80

6 FRANBERRI (GB) (51)

B f Frankel - Altesse Imperiale (IRE)

Owner: Mr D. J. Deer

Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket

Sponsor: Oakgrove Stud

3 8 13 (2)

Jockey: Jack Mitchell

Form: 2

Breeder: D. J. and Mrs Deer

TIMEFORM VIEW 200,000 gns yearling, Frankel filly Closely related to 3 winners, including smart 9f-1 1/2mwinnerTeodoro. Second of5 in novice atYarmouth (10.1f, good to firm, 11/2) on debut 51 days ago, slowly away. Form choice.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

2022: HEXAMETER 3 8 13 Sam James 4-6 (Roger Varian) 7 ran Hood worn by No 2. Running for the first time since Gelding No 1. Betting Forecast:

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

2-1 Franberri (GB), 5-2 Kardia (GB), 7-2 Trust House (IRE), 7-1 Cahersiveen (IRE), 18-1 Delta Legend (IRE), 66-1 Total Master (GB)

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

FRANBERRI made a promising start when runner-up at Yarmouth and the 7lb she receives from penalised C&D-winner Kardia may prove decisive.

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

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

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

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

THE THANK YOU TO OUR GROUNDSTAFF 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. (PenaltyValue £7731) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OFTHIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

1 MOON KING (FR) (451)

Br g Sea The Moon (GER) - Maraba (IRE)

Owner: Ever Optimistic

Trainer: Charlie Longsdon, Chipping Norton

Sponsor: Merribelle Stable Llc

about TWO MILES

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a two miles race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 61 to 80 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 this is 8st 11lb for four year olds and 8st 2lb for 3 year olds. This is often described as ‘running from out of the handicap’ and is considered a disadvantage.

Jockey: Graham Lee

Form: 1006//00- D

Breeder: Mr Rashit Shaykhutdinov

TIMEFORM VIEW Six wins from 18 Flat runs. 13/2, pulled up in handicap chase at Southwell (25.8f, good to firm) 23 days ago. Cheekpieces on for 1st time in this code. Poor on last Flat outing.

2 HAIZOOM (GB) (13)

Ch m Sea The Stars (IRE) - Sortita (GER)

Owner: Mr J. S. Morrison

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd, Tote

5 9 11 (6)

Jockey: Jack Mitchell

Form: 142463 CD

Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win here in June. Third of 5 in handicap at Musselburgh (16f, soft, 9/2) 13 days ago, not ideally placed. Given a chance by the handicapper.

3

MUKHA MAGIC (GB) (9) 7 9 11 (1)

B g Mukhadram - Sweet Lemon (IRE)

Owner: J Moynihan,R Mortlock,W Robinson,P Bona

Trainer: Gay Kelleway, Newmarket

Sponsor: Oakley Coachbuilders Ltd

Jockey: P. J. McDonald

Form: 014320 D

Breeder: Alvediston Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Chelmsford City in June. Last of 7 in handicap (4/1) at Chelmsford City (14f) 9 days ago. Visor back on. Others more persuasive

4 PLEDGEOFALLEGIANCE (IRE)

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Vow

Owner: Victorious Racing

Trainer: Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket

Sponsor: Oliver St Lawrence Bloodstock Limited

(64)

3 9 9 (5)

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan

Form: 521103

Breeder: Lodge Park Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Doncaster in June. Visored for 1st time, did too much too soon when third of 7 in handicap at Ascot (16f, good to soft, 10/3) 64 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Shortlist material.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 82

5 CAN CAN GIRL (IRE) (4) 5 9 1 (4)

B m Champs Elysees - Osthurry (IRE)

Owner: Bratwa

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 323300

Breeder: Ost Hurry Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. 40/1, ninth of 14 in handicap at Nottingham (14f, heavy) 4 days ago, slowly away

6 SPANTIK (GB) (17)

B g Canford Cliffs (IRE) - Syrdarya

Owner: Mount Pleasant Racing & Partner

Trainer: Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton

Sponsor: C & C Horse Transport, OR8 Wellness

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 64

6 9 0 (7)

Jockey: Ben Curtis

Form: 320315 CD

Breeder: Hesmonds Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Latest win here in August. 15/2, last of 5 in handicap at Carlisle (17.2f, soft) 17 days ago.

7 GHADBBAAN (GB) (68) 7 8 13 (2)

Ch g Intello (GER) - Rock Choir

Owner: URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Sponsor: Adra Projects Ltd

TIMEFORM

Jockey: Jonny Peate (3)

Form: 332035 CD

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

DECLARED RUNNERS 7

2022: GHADBBAAN 6 9 1 Phil Dennis 6-1 (Mark Walford) 7 ran Visor worn by No 5. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 7. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 4, 6, 7.

Stewards Note:

GHADBBAAN: Following its run on 24/7/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Betting Forecast:

10-3 Haizoom (GB), 7-2 Pledgeofallegiance (IRE), 9-2 Ghadbbaan (GB), 7-1 Mukha Magic (GB), 8-1 Spantik (GB), 10-1 Moon King (FR), 11-1 Can Can Girl (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

PLEDGEOFALLEGIANCE had excuses on his last 2 starts and can bounce back returning from a short break. Haizoom took a step back in the right direction at Musselburgh 2 weeks ago and scored over this C&D in June off 2lb higher, so rates the main threat

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PLEDGEOFALLEGIANCE (IRE) 2.HAIZOOM 3.GHADBBAAN

RACE RESULT

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

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

HBLB CONTRIBUTIONS 2023

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £61,196 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from September to December 2023.

NO SMOKING

With legislation now in force, Ripon Racecourse is a No Smoking area. You will still be permitted to smoke in all outside areas, including the grandstands, balconies and of course on the lawns. Smoking is now prohibited in any enclosed area, bar or restaurant. Ashtrays have been provided all over the course and we ask that you make use of them to keep Ripon Racecourse a clean and tidy area.

NOTICES

Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration.

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

RACE CONDITIONS

FIRST RACE 1.45 - THE BRITISH EBF 40TH ANNIVERSARY RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (EBF Restricted Series 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, September 25th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 28th. 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 RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner THE TRUSTEES of the EUROPEAN BREEDERS FUND have generously contributed towards the prizemoney for this race A cash prize will be awarded 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. 18 entries at £45. - Closed September 25th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

SECOND RACE 2.20 - THE LLOYD LANDROVER RIPON NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for two yrs old only, Rated 0-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, September 25th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 28th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after September 23rd, 2023, for each race won 6lb. LLOYD LANDROVER RIPON have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 18 entries at £50. - Closed September 25th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

THIRD RACE 2.55 - THE MICHAEL RABY MEMORIAL 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 46-65 (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. September 28th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after September 23rd, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. Mr & Mrs TREVOR INGHAM have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 21 entries at £35. - Closed September 25th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

FOURTH RACE 3.30 - THE RIPON CATHEDRAL CITY OF THE DALES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £20616 to the winning horse The second to receive £9668, the third £4836, the fourth £2416, the fifth £1208 and the sixth £604. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 28th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after September 23rd, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. THE RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 20 entries, 2 at £30 and 18 at £150. - Closed September 25th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

FIFTH RACE 4.05 - THE ARMSTRONG MEMORIAL 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 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 28th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 3-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after September 23rd, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a Challenge trophy, presented by the Armstrong Family, will be presented to the winning owner, to be held until August 1st, 2024, when it is to be returned to the Ripon Executive A cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 23 entries at £75. - Closed September 25th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

SIXTH RACE 4.40 - THE RIPON RACES STABLE STAFF CHAMPIONSHIPS 2023 NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (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 three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, September 25th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 28th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 11lb; fillies 9st 6lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 5lb For each other race won 7lb (Where appropriate, median auction and auction Novice or Maiden races will carry the same penalty as Restricted races) (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). The RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 12 entries at £45. - Closed September 25th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

SEVENTH RACE 5.15 - THE THANK YOU TO OUR GROUNDSTAFF 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 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. September 28th. 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 6lb Penalties, after September 23rd, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner A cash prize will be awarded 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 12 entries at £75. - Closed September 25th, 2023.

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

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