Ripon Racecard - Saturday 27th April

OFFICIALS & WELCOME

STEWARDS

Chief Steward Michael Eyre

Stewards’ Panel Chair Rosie Pearson

Helen Kinsella, Louise Moore, Lauren Thomson

STARTERS

Jason Callaghan, Stuart Turner

JUDGE

Di Clark

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Wayne Burnell

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Michelle Maughan, Leanne Asprey, Joe O’Gorman

VETERINARY OFFICER

David Green

VETERINARY SURGEONS

Matt Butterell, Richard Sutcliffe

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr Bruce McLain, Dr Lesley Kilshaw, Dr Johnathan Bulman

DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD

Brian Beswick - 07831331102

BETTING RING MANAGER

Mark Ryan

COMMENTATOR

Gareth Topham

MANAGING DIRECTOR

James Hutchinson

CLERKS OF THE COURSE

Jonathan Mullin & James Hutchinson

CHAIRMAN

Andrew Wells

CLUB SECRETARY

Andrew Hutchinson

PATRONS

Colin Armstrong CMG, OBE

David Wilmot-Smith MBE

TODAY’S RACING

FIRST RACE 4:05pm

The Black-a-Moor Inn Best Pub-Food for Furlongs EBF Novice Stakes

SECOND RACE 4:40pm

The Michael Foster Memorial Restricted Novice Stakes

THIRD RACE 5:15pm

The Watch Sky Sports Racing In HD Handicap Stakes

FOURTH RACE 5:50pm

The Ripon Silver Sprint Trophy Handicap Stakes

FIFTH RACE 6:20pm

The M.C.H. Hutchinson Memorial Trophy Handicap Stakes

SIXTH RACE 6:50pm

The Visit attheraces.com Handicap Stakes

SEVENTH RACE7:20pm The Evening Racing On Friday 10th May Handicap Stakes

TODAY’S TIPS

MEET

JAMES HUTCHINSON

JONATHAN

SARA MARTIN Catering Manager

AMY RYAN Raceday Presenter

CARL TONKS Head Groundsman

CHARLES YOUNG Raceday Administrator

JANE HUTCHINSON Commercial Manager

(01765) 530530 info@ripon-races.co.uk

Good afternoon and welcome to Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse for our second meeting of the season and the first of four Saturday fixtures.

It was good to get back into the swing of things at our season opener last Thursday and we’re looking forward to a great afternoon of racing today, albeit at the rather strange start time of 4.05, having been moved out of our regular starting time due to the industry ‘Premierisation’ project.

One of the feature races on the card is the M.C.H Hutchinson Memorial Trophy at 6.20. The race has great significance for my family as it is run in memory of my Father, Michael Hutchinson, who was directly involved with the running of the racecourse for over 50 years of his life. He contributed greatly not only to the racecourse but also to the City of Ripon and he is sadly missed, so this race is a fitting tribute to him.

We are joined on the bandstand today by Ripon regulars the Madhouse Brothers, a lively and dynamic duo, they are always popular with our racegoers.

Wishing you a great and successful afternoon and we hope to see you at our next meeting on Friday evening 10th May.

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

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FRESH CAFE

FRESH SEAFOOD

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

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

LEADING TRAINERS AT RIPON (2019-2024) WITH RUNNERS:

T EASTERBY (77 wins from 570 runners, 14%) runs BARMYBLADE and SPRING CORN (4.05), FINANCER (4.40), HYPERFOCUS (5.50), ZIMMERMAN (6.50), CHAT UP LINE and MARIE’S SECRET (7.20).

D O’MEARA (32 wins from 244 runners, 13%) runs STARTLING (4.05), YURINOV (4.40), GET SHIRTY (6.20), MUTASAWI (7.20).

R FAHEY (28 wins from 212 runners, 13%) runs TUSCAN POINT (4.05), VINTAGE CLARETS and MONSIEUR KODI (5.50), CLASSY CLARETS (7.20).

P MIDGLEY (15 wins from 94 runners, 16%) runs TWELFTH KNIGHT (5.50).

K R BURKE (12 wins from 104 runners, 12%) runs ASSERTIVELY (4.05), LOOKING FOR LYNDA (5.50).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

K R BURKE (10 wins from 40 runners, 25%) runners listed above

B HASLAM (6 wins from 10 runners, 60%) runs WEN MOON (5.50).

R FAHEY (4 wins from 26 runners, 15%) runners listed above.

MR M T WALFORD (3 wins from 22 runners, 14%) runs SPIORADALTA (5.15).

D O’MEARA (3 wins from 34 runners, 9%) runners listed above

FANCYTHAT

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

LEADING JOCKEYS AT RIPON (2019-2024) WITH RIDES:

PAUL MULRENNAN (16 wins from 102 rides, 16%) rides DIAMONDONTHEHILL (5.15), WEN MOON (5.50), SEA KING (6.20), MERRIJIG (6.50).

JASON HART (14 wins from 107 rides, 13%) rides NORMANDY VISTA (4.40), MR WAGYU (5.50), KNIGHTSWOOD (6.20), DIAMAND DE VINDECY (6.50), MARIE’S SECRET (7.20).

DURAN FENTIMAN (13 wins from 118 rides, 11%) rides BARMYBLADE (4.05), FINANCER (4.40), CHAT UP LINE (7.20).

CALLUM RODRIGUEZ (11 wins from 57 rides, 19%) rides CHILLINGHAM (6.20).

JOANNA MASON (9 wins from 42 rides, 21%) rides SPIRIT OF ACKLAM (4.40), HELTER SKELTER (5.15), WITHOUT FLAW (7.20).

JOCKEYS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

CLIFFORD LEE (6 wins from 28 rides, 21%) rides ASSERTIVELY (4.05), WYLD BILL (4.40), HIROMICHI (5.15), LOOKING FOR LYNDA (5.50).

B LOUGHNANE (6 wins from 42 rides, 14%) rides

CLAN CHIEFTAIN (6.20), TRAVIS (7.20).

JOANNA MASON (5 wins from 20 rides, 25%) rides listed above.

OISIN ORR (5 wins from 26 rides, 19%) rides

TUSCAN POINT (4.05), ANIMATE (5.15), MONSIEUR KODI (5.50), CLASSY CLARETS (7.20).

JASON HART (4 wins from 31 rides, 13%) rides listed above

T EASTERBY won the 5.50 race in 2022 and 2023. The stable is represented by Hyperfocus in the race today.

T EASTERBY won the 7.20 race in 2016, 2019 and 2022. The stable is represented by Chat Up Line and Marie’s Secret in the race today.

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 5.50 Hyperfocus (won off 93 down 5lb to 88); Mr Wagyu (won off 100 down 10lb to 90); 6.20 Get Shirty (won off 105 down 10lb to 95); 7.20 Chat Up Line (won off 60 down 3lb to 57).

LONGEST TRAVELLERS

CLAN CHIEFTAIN (6.20) trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, distance of 250 miles.

HIROMICHI (5.15) trained by J Channon, West Ilsley, distance of 213 miles.

REGHEEB (5.15) & GAASSEE (6.20) trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, distance of 211 miles

CLASSYTIPS

The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 4.40 FINANCER (down 3 grades).

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 25th April.

TODAY’S TIPS

RACE 1

Jamie Spencer arrives for the one ride aboard NIGHT IN PARIS and that looks to be a clear indicator for her chance. The 140,000gns purchase, who is a half-sister to four winners, makes plenty of appeal on paper and she gets the vote for a team that has often excelled with their juveniles. Karl Burke’s two-year-olds have made a bright start to the newseason soAssertivelymerits the utmost respect. Blue Point coltTuscan Point appeals as a likely contender too.

WIN: NIGHT IN PARIS

RACE 2

DANGER: ASSERTIVELY

TheYork Convivial Maiden can often throw up a handful of useful types, and SPIRITOF ACKLAM outran odds of 80/1 to finished a creditable seventh in it last summer The Cracksman colt went on to score over 1m at Ayr and, with stamina in his pedigree, the step up in trip can unlock furtherprogress. NormandyVistawas sent offthe 9/2 second favourite on his Southwell debut in Februaryand although hewas slightlydisappointing, it would come as no surprise were he to step forward. Wyld Bill heads the remainder

WIN: SPIRIT OFACKLAM

RACE 3

DANGER: NORMANDYVISTA

SPIORADALTA shaped with promise when fourth over C&D on his return to action last week and further progress could see him strike from an unchanged mark, despite the rise in class. Titian is on a competitive rating and must be respected now eased in grade, along with Clear Angel, who posted an excellent fourth in the Spring Mile at Doncaster last month.

WIN: SPIORADALTA

RACE 4

DANGER: TITIAN

LOOKING FOR LYNDA put in a promising display when second over 5f at Epsom on Tuesday and the four-year-old merits the utmost respect off the same mark here, despite the quick turnaround. The Bell Conductor has won both of his handicap starts so far this year and he has to be of interest as a result, while Glorious Angel and Wen Moon also merit places on the shortlist.

WIN: LOOKING FOR LYNDA DANGER: THE BELL CONDUCTOR

RACE 5

In an open event, marginal preference is for CHILLINGHAM, who was a narrow second off this mark in a similar event over course and distance last July and plenty of promise can be taken from his seasonal return in the Rosebery at Kempton. Knightswood has won two of his last three starts and has to be of some interest on his return to action. Banderas and Sea King are others to consider

WIN: CHILLINGHAM DANGER: KNIGHTSWOOD

RACE 6

BILLY NO MATES made a pleasing return to action when finishing a creditable second over 1m4f at Pontefract, pulling clear with the winner, and off an unchanged mark stepping back up in trip, he gets a tentative vote in a small but competitive field. Clansman was narrowly denied a hat-trick at Nottingham last week and, nudged up 1lb, he rates as the main danger Justus struck on his return to the level at Pontefract and cannot be overlooked in a bid to bring up the double.

WIN: BILLY NO MATES

RACE 7

DANGER: CLANSMAN

TRAVIS took a big step forward on what he showed on his first two starts when a close-up third at Southwell earlierthis month and hailing from ayard that tends to excel with first-time handicappers, he edges preference. Mr Irrelevant commands respect having been eased 1lb for finishing a solid second in a higher grade over C&D, while Mutasawi ran out a cosywinnerofa Kempton maiden but a disappointing displayon his handicap debut leaves him with questions to answer.

WIN: TRAVIS

DANGER: MR IRRELEVANT

HOWTO READ THE RACECARD

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

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

Dam

Age

Draw

(st lbs)

Form Guide

StarRatingHHHHH Official BHARating 99

13 Trainer & location of training establishment

Breeder

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 4.05

THE BLACK-A-MOOR INN BEST PUB-FOOD FOR FURLONGS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for novice two yrs old

Total prize fund £10000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (PenaltyValue £5234) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

1

ASSERTIVELY (IRE) (-)

B c Acclamation - Merci Layan (IRE)

FIVE FURLONGS

RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME

1 min 1.00 secs

RECORD TIME

57.80 secs

RACE DESCRIPTION

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

Jockey: Clifford Lee

Owner: Mr J Laughton & Mrs E Burke Form:

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Sponsor: KB Spigot Ltd

9 7 (2)

Breeder: Thomas Hassett

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 6. 75,000 gns yearling, Acclamation colt. Dam unraced, closely related to smart 7f-9f winner (including Grade 1 winner in South Africa) Queen Supreme. Considered newcomer. Star RatingHHHII Official

2

BARMYBLADE (IRE) (-)

B c Kodiac - Maroubra (FR)

Owner: BARMYBLADES

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Rating -

9 7 (5)

Jockey: Duran Fentiman

Form:

Breeder: Pier House Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 25. Kodiac colt. Dam winner up to 11f (2-y-o 1m winner) out of sister to smart French performer up to 9f San Marino Grey Market can guide. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

3 SPRING CORN (GB) (-)

B c Ardad (IRE) - Harvest Moon

Owner: Habton Racing

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

9 7 (6)

Jockey: Sean Kirrane

Form:

Breeder: Natton House Thoroughbreds Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 18. 25,000 gns foal, 16,000 gns yearling, Ardad colt. Dam third at 6f at 2 yrs (stayed 7f) out of winning half-sister to smart 6f/7f winner Ibn Malik. Betting can prove an accurate indicator. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

4 TUSCAN POINT (IRE) (-)

B c Blue Point (IRE) - Tuscan Oasis (IRE)

Owner: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Sponsor: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd

9 7 (1)

Jockey: Oisin Orr

Form:

Breeder: Corduff Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 5. €130,000 yearling, Blue Point colt. Dam, 6f winner, half-sister to smart 7f-9f winner Kalsa out of useful 12.5f winner Sovana. Interesting debutant. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

5 LUCENT (IRE) (33)

B f Mehmas (IRE) - Spectralight (IRE)

9 2 (4)

Jockey: William Pyle (5)

Owner: NickBradleyRacing45 & Alfa Site Services Form: 5

Trainer: Craig Lidster, Easingwold

Sponsor: Indication Racing

Breeder: Coseda Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fifth of 6 in maiden at Newcastle (5f, 9/2) on debut 33 days ago. Open to progress. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

6 NIGHT IN PARIS (FR) (-)

B f No Nay Never (USA) - Oh Beautiful

Jockey: Jamie Spencer

Owner: Mrs Paul Shanahan & Mrs John Magnier Form:

Trainer: George Boughey, Newmarket

Breeder: S.C. Sage Stud

9 2 (7)

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled May 11. €120,000 foal, 140,000 gns yearling, No Nay Never filly Half-sister to several winners, including 6.5f winner Okeeheelee and 7.5f-9f winner Parigi, both in France. In good hands so she must enter calculations.

7 STARTLING (GB) (-)

B f Zoustar (AUS) - Pepper Lane

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

Jockey: Mark Winn (3)

Owner: Mr K. Nicholson Form:

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: Engineering Services North East Ltd

9 2 (3)

Breeder: Kevin Nicholson

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 10. Zoustar filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including winner up to 6f Beauzon and 2-y-o 5f winner Infinite Grace Dam multiple 6f winner, good record at Ripon. Very much in the mix.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2023: DREADPIRATEROBERTS (IRE) 2 9 7 Hollie Doyle 85-40 (Archie Watson) 8 ran

Betting Forecast:

3-1 Tuscan Point (IRE), 7-2 Night In Paris (FR), 4-1 Startling (GB), 11-2 Assertively (IRE), 11-1 Barmyblade (IRE), 12-1 Lucent (IRE), 18-1 Spring Corn (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

The market should reveal plenty but Richard Fahey’s son of Blue Point TUSCAN POINT is bred to be useful so gets the nod at the chief expense of David O’Meara’s Startling. Fellow newcomers Night In Paris and Assertively also need considering.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TUSCAN POINT (IRE) 2.STARTLING 3.NIGHT IN PARIS (FR)

RACE RESULT RACE

TIME

1ST 2ND

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

3RD 4TH

DISTANCE

Seamus Mannion of the Black-a-Moor Inn will select the Best Turned Out and present a trophy to winning connections of this race.

POSITION OF STALLS

Straight CourSe and 2m - Stand Side

round CourSe - inSide rail

1m4f - Centre

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SECOND RACE 4.40

THE MICHAEL FOSTER MEMORIAL RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands B, C and D) (GBB RACE)

for novice three, four and five yrs old

Total prize fund £10000

ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 170 YARDS

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 YURINOV (GB) (-) (4lb)

B g Mondialiste (IRE) - Bogside Theatre (IRE)

Owner: Geoff & Sandra Turnbull

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: Elwick Stud

RACEFORM

MEDIAN TIME

2 mins 5.60 secs

RECORD TIME

1 min 59.12 secs

RACE DESCRIPTION

This contest is another Novice Stakes, this time run over a distance of one mile, one furlong and about 170 yards. 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 two-year-old career

Jockey: David Nolan

Form:

Breeder: Elwick Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Mondialiste gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including smart 1 1/2m winner Lord Yeats and 1 1/2m-15.5f winner Theatro. Considered on his belated debut. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

2 SPIRIT OF ACKLAM (GB) (219) (2lb) 3 9 4 (1)

B c Cracksman - Zacchera

Jockey: Joanna Mason

Owner: Amity Finance Racing Form: 01-

Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton Breeder: D. J. Erwin Bloodstock

Sponsor: Amity Finance Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising Cracksman colt who won 9-runner minor event at Ayr (8f, good to soft) 7 months ago. Has more to offer now up in trip. The form choice.

3 NORMANDY VISTA (IRE) (63)

Ch c Le Havre (IRE) - Vue Fantastique (FR)

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

3 8 13 (3)

Jockey: Jason Hart

Owner: THE NUMBERS MEN Form: 6

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

Breeder: Newsells Park Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Sixth of 9 in maiden at Southwell (8.1f, 9/2) on debut 63 days ago. Up in trip with plenty more needed. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

4 WYLD BILL (GB) (24)

Gr g Expert Eye - Under The Rainbow

3 8 13 (2)

Jockey: Clifford Lee

Owner: The Gredley Family Form: 0

Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket

Sponsor: Unex Group

Breeder: Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 66/1, seventh of 11 in maiden at Kempton (8f) on debut 24 days ago. Up in trip. Needs to take a big step forward. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

5 FINANCER (GB) (196) (2lb)

B g Cracksman - Isa

Owner: S Bulmer, P Hebdon & R Taylor

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

3 8 11 (5)

Jockey: Duran Fentiman

Form: 5-

Breeder: Mrs P. A. Johnson

TIMEFORM VIEW 11/1, hinted at promise when fifth of 7 in maiden at York (7.9f, soft) on his debut 6 months ago. Gelded after Not discounted over this longer distance. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2023: LUNAR BIRD (IRE) 3 9 4 Joe Fanning 18-1 (David Simcock) 7 ran Running for the first time since Gelding No 1, 5. Betting Forecast:

5-4 Spirit of Acklam (GB), 3-1 Yurinov (GB), 6-1 Financer (GB), 8-1 Normandy Vista (IRE), 12-1 Wyld Bill (GB)

SPIRIT OF ACKLAM looked a good prospect when getting off the mark at Ayr last autumn and can return in style with this longer distance very much a plus for this son of Cracksman. David O’Meara’s newcomer Yurinov appeals on paper so commands respect on his belated debut, with York debut fifth Financer also not dismissed on his reappearance.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.SPIRIT OF ACKLAM 2.YURINOV 3.FINANCER

RACE

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

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THIRD RACE 5.15

THE WATCH SKY SPORTS RACING IN HD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £20000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £8126; Second £4064; Third £2032; Fourth £1016; Fifth £508; Sixth £254. (Penalty Value £10308) SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

1 REGHEEB (IRE) (161)

Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Maoineach (USA)

Owner: Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum

Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

RACEFORM

MEDIAN TIME

1 min 42.50 secs

RECORD TIME

1 min 36.62 secs

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 71 to 90. In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far. The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than a lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 40 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 130.

Jockey: Joshua Bryan

Form: 16150- D

9 9 (8)

Breeder: J. S. Bolger

TIMEFORM VIEW Two wins from 4 runs last year Only eighth of 9 in

days ago but the sort to bounce back.

2 DIAMONDONTHEHILL (GB) (197) 6 9 5 (4)

B g Al Kazeem - It’s My Time

Owner: Sekura Group and John Burns

Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington

Sponsor: Sekura Trade Frames Ltd

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan

Form: 312540- D

Breeder: Genesis Green Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 1m winner but too free when seventh of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (8f, 33/1). Off 6 months and not ruled out

3 HIROMICHI (FR) (17)

Gr g Dabirsim (FR) - Pachelbelle (FR)

Owner: Jon and Julia Aisbitt

Trainer: Jack Channon, West Ilsley

Sponsor: Jack Channon Racing Limited

6 9 1 (6)

Jockey: Clifford Lee

Form: 2510-14 D BF

Breeder: Mr Jon Aisbitt

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 11 runs last year and also scored at Lingfield this month. Posted a respectable fourth of 10 in handicap at Kempton (8f, 4/1) 17 days ago so he’s in the mix.

4 ANIMATE (IRE) (194)

B g Shamardal (USA) - Dark Liberty (IRE)

Jockey: Oisin Orr

4 9 1 (3)

Owner: Tom Goodair, Jimmy Kay, John Beamson Form: 320000-

Trainer: Geoffrey Harker, Thirsk

Sponsor: Amg Engineering Supplies Ltd, Leeds Pallet Co Ltd

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Raced too freely when ninth of 11 in handicap at Kempton (7f) 6 months ago on his final run for Simon & Ed Crisford. Needs to hit the ground running for his new handler

5 TITIAN (IRE) (35)

B g Iffraaj - Lucelle (IRE)

6 9 0 (2)

Jockey: Ryan Sexton

Owner: Nick Edwards & George Lodge Ltd Form: 34530-0 D

Trainer: Julie Camacho, Malton

Sponsor: George Lodge & Sons Ltd

Breeder: Charmes/Morsangliere

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Fourteenth of 18 in handicap at Doncaster (8f, heavy) 35 days ago. Can give a good account if shrugging off latest effort. Star Ra

6 SPIORADALTA (GB) (9)

B g Rajasinghe (IRE) - Broughtons Secret

Jockey: Andrew Mullen

Owner: Clayton Manning, S Morrell & Hathaway Form: 16400-4 D

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Sponsor: Cube3 Construction

8 13 (7)

Breeder: M. E. Broughton

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped well on his return when fourth of 9 in handicap at this C&D (heavy) 9 days ago. A dual winner around 1m in 2023 so he’s shortlisted. Star RatingHHHII Offi

7 CLEAR ANGEL (GB) (35) 6 8 12 (5)

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Calypso Beat (USA)

Jockey: Harry Russell

Owner: Castle View Racing Form: 14304-4 D

Trainer: Susan Corbett, Otterburn

Sponsor: Finnies Heavy Haulage

Breeder: Framont Ltd, R.S.Cockerill & Monceaux

TIMEFORM VIEW Off 6 months and shaped encouragingly when fourth of 18 in handicap at Doncaster (8f, heavy, 12/1) 35 days ago. Can make his presence felt.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 79

8 HELTER SKELTER (IRE) (35) 4 8 6 (1)

B g Elzaam (AUS) - Dizzy

Owner: The Horse Watchers 6

Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield

Sponsor: Timeform, Bluegrass Horse Feeds

Jockey: Joanna Mason

Form: 263-46

Breeder: Mr John Donworth

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced ex-Irish maiden who shaped well on his handicap debut when sixth of 18 in handicap at Doncaster (8f, heavy) 35 days ago, leading 2f out but green and hanging left Expected to be bang there.

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 73

2023: ISLA KAI (IRE) 5 9 9 Rowan Scott 6-1 (Nigel Tinkler) 13 ran Hood worn by No. 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 1. Stewards Note: DIAMONDONTHEHILL: Following its run on 13/10/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too free.

CLEAR ANGEL: Following its run on 23/3/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run 2f out.

HELTER SKELTER: Following its run on 23/3/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left inside final furlong. Betting Forecast:

7-2 Hiromichi (FR), 9-2 Clear Angel (GB), 13-2 Titian (IRE), Spioradalta (GB), 7-1 Helter Skelter (IRE), 9-1 Regheeb (IRE), 12-1 Diamondonthehill (GB), 16-1 Animate (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

HELTER SKELTER still looked a work in progress when sixth in a big-field Doncaster handicap last time out and can build on it here to get off the mark. Both Clear Angel (second choice) and Spioradalta made encouraging returns at Doncaster and over C&D respectively and appeal as the chief threats to Rebecca Menzies’ promising new recruit

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.HELTER SKELTER (IRE) 2.CLEAR

RACE RESULT RACE

TIME

1ST 2ND

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

3RD 4TH DISTANCE

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

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FOURTH RACE 5.50

THE RIPON SILVER SPRINT TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £30000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381. (Penalty Value £15462) SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

FIVE FURLONGS

RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME

min 1.00 secs

secs

1 THE BELL CONDUCTOR (IRE) (25)

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Saffian

Owner: Alfa Site Services Ltd

Trainer: Craig Lidster, Easingwold

Sponsor: Alfa Site Services Ltd

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a five furlongs handicap race for four-yearolds and upwards which have been rated from 86 to 105. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have run at least three times in a Flat race in Britain, or have run in no more than two Flat races run in Britain and won at least one of them. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap. In simple terms a horse rated 95 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 90.

Jockey: William Pyle (5)

Form: 300-101 D

Breeder: Mr Denis B. McCarthy

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 2-3 wins this term in 8-runner handicap at Pontefract (5f, heavy) 25 days ago by 1 1/4 lengths from Glorious Angel. Ought to be thereabouts despite taking a 5lb rise.

2 VINTAGE CLARETS (GB) (25)

B g Ardad (IRE) - Enchanted Princess

Owner: Mr A Tattersall & Partner

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Sponsor: Tote

(3)

Jockey: Ethan Tindall (7)

Form: 65113-0 D

Breeder: M. E. Broughton

TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a very successful 2023 campaign, scoring 4 times over 5f, and probably needed the run after 5 months off when seventh of 8 to The Bell Conductor at Pontefract (5f, heavy) 25 days ago. Not dismissed.

3 MR WAGYU (IRE) (196)

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

Owner: The New Century Partnership

Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton

Sponsor: Warrendale Wagyu, JJ Quinn Racing Ltd

9 9 2 (4)

Jockey: Jason Hart

Form: 403050- C

Breeder: Danny O’Sullivan

TIMEFORM VIEW Largely ran well without winning in 2023 so this course winner is one for the shortlist on his seasonal return with his usual visor back on.

4 TWELFTH KNIGHT (IRE) (210)

B g Haatef (USA) - Balm

Owner: Mrs N. Padgett

Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

Sponsor: Argrain Ltd

5 9 1 (9)

Jockey: Ryan Sexton

Form: 303010- C

Breeder: Castlegrove Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner last August but he beat only one here following month. Has won off a break though so it would come as no surprise to see him bounce back on return.

5 HYPERFOCUS (IRE) (196)

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

Owner: Ryedale Partners No 14

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Jockey: Sean Kirrane

Form: 003004- CD

9 0 (8)

Breeder: Stephanie Von Schilcher & Gavan Kinch

TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off for 2023 with solid fourth of 22 in handicap at York (6f, soft) in October Took this prize 12 months ago so highly respected on his return with ground conditions to suit.

6 WEN MOON (IRE) (25)

B g Mehmas (IRE) - Luminous Gold

Owner: Daniel Shapiro & David Clifford

Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham

BHA Rating 88

4 9 0 (7)

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan

Form: 52210-3 CD BF

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who shaped well after five months off when third of 8 to The Bell Conductor in handicap at Pontefract (5f, heavy) 25 days ago, fading only late on. Player eased 1lb.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 88

7 MONSIEUR KODI (IRE) (168) 5 8 12 (5)

B g Kodiac - Babylonian

Owner: Middleham Park Racing XVI

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing

Jockey: Oisin Orr

Form: 165020- D

Breeder: Molony Bloodstock & Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW A three-time 5f/6f winner on soft ground last season. Only ninth of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) final run but must enter calculations with conditions to suit.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 86

8 LOOKING FOR LYNDA (IRE) (4)

Ch g Unfortunately (IRE) - Designated

Owner: Mr D Bardsley & Mrs E Burke

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Sponsor: Brindle Developments (Hyde) Ltd, KB Spigot Ltd

4

Jockey: Clifford Lee

Form: 0120-62 D

8 11 (1)

Breeder: Springfield House Stud&Hollymount Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Got back on track when second of 12 in handicap at Epsom (5f, good) 4 days ago. Much respected off the same mark.

9 GLORIOUS ANGEL (IRE) (6)

B f Cotai Glory - Angel Meadow

Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 23

Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton

Sponsor: Tattersalls

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 85

4 8 10 (6)

Jockey: Ethan Jones (7)

Form: 0-56243 D

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged three AW handicaps from 5f-7f early last year and in good nick this time around too, fourth of 11 to Blind Beggar at Bath (5f, heavy) 14 days ago. Can make her presence felt once more.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 84

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2023: HYPERFOCUS (IRE) 9 8 13 Sean Kirrane 8-1 (Tim Easterby) 10 ran Visor worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 8. Stewards Note:

TWELFTH KNIGHT: Following its run on 30/9/2023 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. Betting Forecast: 4-1 The Bell Conductor (IRE), 5-1 Wen Moon (IRE), 13-2 Looking For Lynda (IRE), Glorious Angel (IRE), 10-1 Vintage Clarets (GB), Monsieur Kodi (IRE), 11-1 Mr Wagyu (IRE), Hyperfocus (IRE), 18-1 Twelfth Knight (IRE)

PLAY SMARTER

None of these can be ruled out but C&D scorer WEN MOON teed himself up well for this when a promising third at Pontefract on his return and can continue the excellent run of Ben Haslam. Last year’s winner Hyperfocus is feared most with underfoot conditions to suit, while Monsieur Kodi, Looking For Lynda and The Bell Conductor all need considering too

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WEN MOON (IRE) 2.HYPERFOCUS (IRE) 3.MONSIEUR KODI (IRE)

RACE RESULT

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

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FIFTH RACE 6.20

THE M.C.H. HUTCHINSON MEMORIAL TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £30000

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

Owners Prize Money. Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381.

(Penalty Value £15462) SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

1 CHILLINGHAM (IRE) (21)

B g Ulysses (IRE) - Last Jewel (IRE)

Owner: Mr J Carrick & Mr S Taylor

Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham

Sponsor: Fitzdares Limited

RACEFORM

MEDIAN TIME

2 mins 39.30 secs

RECORD TIME

2 mins 31.40 secs

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile and four furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 81 to 100. 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: Callum Rodriguez

Form: 42402-0 D

Breeder: Lynch Bages Ltd & Lindy Farms

TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable seventh of 14 in handicap at Kempton (11f, 9/1) 21 days ago. Has some strong form for the level and can make presence felt.

2 GAASSEE (IRE) (217)

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Oojooba

Owner: Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum

Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 97

9 7 (2)

Jockey: Joshua Bryan

Form: 004460- D

Breeder: Godolphin

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful handicap who ran poorly when last of 8 in handicap at Newbury (10f, heavy) on final outing. Off 7 months. Back up in trip. First run for yard after leaving William Haggas. Has good chance on the pick of his form.

3 GET SHIRTY (IRE) (217)

B g Teofilo (IRE) - Soccer Mom (GER)

Jockey: David Nolan

Owner: Akela Thoroughbreds Limited Form: 005005- D

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: Akela Plant Hire Ltd

cial BHA Rating 95

9 7 (8)

Breeder: Haras du Mont Dit Mont

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. 7/1, fifth of 7 in handicap at Newbury (13.3f, heavy), unsuited by way race developed. Off 7 months.

4 SEA KING (GB) (217)

Br g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Pamona (IRE)

Owner: Mr Neil Boyden

Trainer: Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 95

5 9 5 (4)

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan

Form: 40/2104- D

Breeder: Highclere Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW 5/1, fourth of 7 in handicap at Newbury (13.3f, heavy), unsuited by way race developed. Off

months but goes well fresh so must enter the reckoning.

5 LEGENDARY DAY (GB) (196)

B g Adaay (IRE) - Dubai Legend

Owner: Keatley Racing Owners Group & D Moore

Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton

Sponsor: Keatley Racing Ltd

(7)

Jockey: Mark Winn (3)

Form: 403106- C D

Breeder: D. & S. L. Tanker Transport Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who was well held in a handicap hurdle at Sandown when last seen in November Has gone well fresh before, so no forlorn hope.

6 KNIGHTSWOOD (IRE) (311)

Ch g Decorated Knight - Neuquen (IRE)

Jockey: Jason Hart

Owner: Brian Yeardley & Partner Form: 0/04131- CD

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

8 12 (3)

Breeder: Irish National Stud Mare Syndicate

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice in small fields over 1 1/2m here last June. Not seen since but still warrants respect despite having gone up a total of 12lb for the 2 wins

7 CLAN CHIEFTAIN (GB) (251)

B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Pink Symphony

4 8 8 (5)

Jockey: Billy Loughnane

Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay Form: 0/1604-

Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down

Sponsor: JMH Group

Breeder: Mrs Fitri Hay

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner Fourth of 6 in handicap at Pontefract (12f, good, 9/2), slowly away Off 8 months. Has had a breathing operation.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 82

8 BANDERAS (IRE) (287)

Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Glamorous Approach (IRE)

4 8 6 (1)

Jockey: Andrew Mullen

Owner: OTI Racing, Ballylinch Stud and Partner Form: 5/3210- D

Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket

Sponsor: Michael Bell Racing

Breeder: Ballylinch Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced winner who proved to be a disappointment in first-time cheekpieces when only eighth of 10 on handicap debut at Chester (14.4f, heavy) on final outing. Needs to get back on track after 9 months off Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 80

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

2023: AADDEEY (IRE) 6 9 9 Hollie Doyle 12-1 (Archie Watson) 6 ran Hood worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5. Running for the first time since Gelding No 7, 8. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 7. Stewards Note:

BANDERAS: Following its run on 15/7/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going. Betting Forecast:

10-3 Chillingham (IRE), 4-1 Knightswood (IRE), 13-2 Sea King (GB), 8-1 Gaassee (IRE), 17-2 Banderas (IRE), 9-1 Clan Chieftain (GB), 11-1 Get Shirty (IRE), 12-1 Legendary Day (GB)

CHILLINGHAM has some strong form for the level and, with the step back up in trip sure to suit, he’s put forward as the answer Knightswood is 2-2 over C&D and is feared most despite having a 10-month absence to overcome. Sea King goes well fresh and is next best.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.CHILLINGHAM (IRE) 2.KNIGHTSWOOD (IRE) 3.SEA KING

RACE RESULT

RACE TIME

1ST 2ND 3RD 4TH

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

DISTANCE

James Hutchinson, Managing Director of Ripon Racecourse will select the Best Turned Out and present a trophy to winning connections of this race.

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PLAY SMARTER

SIXTH RACE 6.50

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HANDICAP STAKES

(CLASS 4)

for four 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)

1 CLANSMAN (GB) (7)

B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Pearl Dance (USA)

Owner: Mrs C M Clarke, Foulrice Park Racing Ltd

Trainer: Liam Bailey, Middleham

Sponsor: Show Business Interiors Ltd

TWO MILES

RACEFORM

MEDIAN TIME

3 mins 30.40 secs

RECORD TIME

3 mins 23.090 secs

RACE DESCRIPTION

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

Jockey: Billy Garritty

9 13 (1)

Form: 30-2112 C BF

Breeder: Mr J. Dance

TIMEFORM VIEW Has returned in flying form, easy winner of handicaps at Thirsk/here over 14f earlier this month. Turned in another solid effort when second of 6 in handicap at Nottingham (2m) 7 days ago and respected again with conditions in his favour Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 81

2 ZIMMERMAN (GB) (217)

Ch g Poet’s Voice - Cresta Gold

Owner: Linkenholt Racing & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

5 9 11 (2)

Jockey: Sean Kirrane

Form: 634133- D

Breeder: P. T. Tellwright

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Haydock (16.2f, heavy) in August and made the frame final 2 starts at Chester/York in September Only 2lb above last winning mark ahead of return and he’s not out of things.

3 BILLY NO MATES (IRE) (25)

B g Clodovil (IRE) - Sabaidee (IRE)

Owner: Mr J Sagar and Mr M Dods

Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington

Sponsor: Denton Hall Racing Ltd

8 9 11 (5)

Jockey: Phil Dennis

Form: 40321-2

Breeder: Mount Coote Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off last season on a high, registering a third win over 1 3/4m at Haydock (soft) in September. Returned with a respectable second in 3-runner handicap at Pontefract (12f, heavy) 25 days ago and likely to give his running again back up at 2m.

4 JUSTUS (IRE) (25)

Ch g Galileo (IRE) - Landikusic (IRE)

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 79

6 9 6 (4)

Jockey: Aiden Brookes (5)

Owner: Ryder and Alex Sugden Form: 00005-1 D

Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham

Sponsor: Optima Self Store

Breeder: LNJ Foxwoods Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW Made his second start for this yard a winning one over hurdles at Catterick (15.7f) on New Year’s Day and put his fitness edge to good use when scoring back on the Flat at Pontefract (18f) 25 days ago. Possible he will find this tougher nudged up 2lb.

5 MERRIJIG (GB) (29)

B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Near Wild Heaven

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 74

6 9 0 (3)

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan

Owner: The Beverley House Stables Partnership Form: 66521-1

Trainer: John Berry, Newmarket

Breeder: Emma Berry

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive stayer who returned with a really likeable effort making all-weather debut after 6 months off when winning 16-runner handicap at Chelmsford (14f) 29 days ago, by 1/2 length from Clansman. Just 3lb higher and still going the right way, there’s every chance he can complete the hat-trick. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 68

6 DIAMAND DE VINDECY (FR)

(9)

5 8 12 (6)

B g Diamond Green (FR) - Miss Chic’vindecy (FR) Jockey: Jason Hart

Owner: EE Williams & JE Brooke Form: 6341/0-3

Trainer: Robert Bevis, Duckington

Sponsor: Wessex Vehicles Services

Breeder: Etienne Raquin & Martine Bonjour

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair winner at up to 15f on the Flat in France. Mixed bag over hurdles in recent months and below best returned to the level when 12 1/4 lengths third of 5 to Clansman in handicap at this course (14f, heavy, 12/1) 9 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 66

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

2023: LEGENDARY DAY 5 8 11 Ryan Sexton 6-1 (Adrian Keatley) 7 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4. Betting Forecast: 11-4 Clansman (GB), 7-2 Merrijig (GB), 9-2 Justus (IRE), 5-1 Billy No Mates (IRE), 7-1 Zimmerman (GB), 14-1 Diamand de Vindecy (FR)

MERRIJIG remains pretty low-mileage for a 6-y-o and took his form up a notch when making a winning return at Chelmsford 4 weeks ago, by 1/2 length from re-opposing Clansman. Meeting his old rival on even more favourable terms on this occasion, he promises to do better still and can land the hat-trick.

RACE RESULT

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

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TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MERRIJIG 2.CLANSMAN 3.ZIMMERMAN

SEVENTH RACE 7.20

THE EVENING RACING ON FRIDAY 10TH MAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for three 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 TRAVIS (GB) (15)

B g Advertise - Bazzana

SIX FURLONGS

RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME

1 min 13.50 secs

RECORD TIME

1 min 09.04 secs

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a six furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds only which have been rated from 56 to 75 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 75 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 70.

Jockey: Billy Loughnane

Owner: The Inver Park Partnership Form: 653

Trainer: George Boughey, Newmarket

Sponsor: George Boughey Racing Ltd, Sbk

9 (2)

Breeder: Manton Estate Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Cheap purchase who has improved with each outing in novice/maidens, good third of 11 in maiden at Southwell (6.1f) 2 weeks ago. In good hands and likely he can progress further now tackling handicaps on turf

2 LUAS (IRE) (115)

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Dansky (IRE)

Owner: Ballylinch Stud, SS & Partners

Trainer: Kevin Philippart de Foy, Newmarket

Sponsor: Kpf Racing Ltd

75

7 (4)

Jockey: Benoit de la Sayette

Form: 044-5

Breeder: Ballylinch Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who ran creditably when fifth of 8 on handicap debut at Kempton (6f) in January Absent since but his present mark does demand some progress returned to turf

3 CLASSY CLARETS (IRE) (240)

B g Cotai Glory - Hope And Faith (IRE)

Owner: Mr A Tattersall & Partner

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Sponsor: Tote

73

9 5 (5)

Jockey: Oisin Orr

Form: 636026-

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Cotai Glory gelding who showed improved form on second nursery start when second at Newcastle (7f) in August. Not in same form back at that venue later in the month but feasible to think he can get back on track on return to action.

4 MUTASAWI (IRE) (16)

B g Magna Grecia (IRE) - Dikta Del Mar (SPA)

Owner: AlMohamediya Racing

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

9 4 (1)

Jockey: David Nolan

Form: 426-310

Breeder: Corrin Stud & Upper Farm Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed benefit of reappearance when getting on top late to land a Kempton maiden (5f) in February Underwhelming effort when seventh of 8 on handicap debut at Southwell (5f) 16 days ago but he twice ran well here as a juvenile and likely type to bounce back.

5 MR IRRELEVANT (IRE) (9)

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

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 70

Jockey: Mark Winn (3)

Owner: The Muffed Punt Partnership Form: 0325-52

Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton

Sponsor: Herbs Unlimited

9 0 (6)

Breeder: River Downs Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability as a juvenile and much sharper for his reappearance when chasing home a subsequent winner in a C&D handicap 9 days ago. Nicely clear of remainder then and he’s worth considering from 1lb lower mark.

6

WITHOUT FLAW (IRE) (9)

B f Too Darn Hot - Anahita (FR)

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 66

8 13 (8)

Jockey: Joanna Mason

Owner: Mr H. L. Thompson Form: 15230-4 D

Trainer: Tina Jackson, Loftus

Sponsor: S. M. Thompson Ltd

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a heavy ground Ffos Las nursery for Archie Watson last summer and not disgraced on 3 of her 4 starts thereafter Easy to back and shaped as if needing the run on C&D return/yard debut 9 days ago and she’s probably best watched again.

7 MARIE’S SECRET (GB) (200)

B f Land Force (IRE) - Pure As Gold

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 65

Jockey: Jason Hart

Owner: Mr Dave Stone Form: 303245-

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: STS Group Ltd

8 10 (3)

Breeder: Highclere Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Land Force filly who showed improved form when placed first 2 starts in nurseries last summer Not entirely disgraced final 2 starts thereafter for Adrian Nicholls and interesting what the market makes of her back from 6 months off on yard debut. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 62

8 CHAT UP LINE (GB) (140)

B f James Garfield (IRE) - Chatline (IRE)

Owner: Ryedale Partners No 8

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

8 5 (7)

Jockey: Duran Fentiman

Form: 436060- D

Breeder: Harriet Loder

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of a Nottingham nursery (6f, soft) from a 3lb higher mark last summer but progress stalled thereafter and well held on final start at Newcastle (7f) when last seen in December Others preferred here.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 57

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

2023: LAKOTA BLUE 3 9 8 Faye McManoman 9-1 (Nigel Tinkler) 10 ran Hood worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4. Stewards Note: CLASSY CLARETS: Following its run on 31/8/2023 it was reported that the horse finished lame.

MUTASAWI: Following its run on 11/4/2024 it was reported that the horse was slowly away. Betting Forecast:

5-2 Travis (GB), 9-2 Mr Irrelevant (IRE), 6-1 Classy Clarets (IRE), 13-2 Luas (IRE), 15-2 Marie’s Secret (GB), 8-1 Mutasawi (IRE), 22-1 Without Flaw (IRE), 25-1 Chat Up Line (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

TRAVIS has displayed race-by-race progress in a trio of AW novice/maiden events in recent months and with further improvement distinctly possible now handicapping, he earns the vote in the hope underfoot conditions don’t pose a problem. Mr Irrelevant chased home a subsequent winner over C&D 9 days ago and along with Mutasawi, heads up the threats.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TRAVIS 2.MR IRRELEVANT (IRE) 3.MUTASAWI (IRE)

RACE RESULT

1ST 2ND

RACE TIME

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

3RD 4TH

DISTANCE

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

HBLB CONTRIBUTIONS 2024

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £174,225 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 23rd March to 23rd June 2024.

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NOTICES

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RACE CONDITIONS

FIRST RACE 4.05 - THE BLACK-A-MOOR INN BEST PUB-FOOD FOR FURLONGS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) 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 novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, April 22nd and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 25th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 4lb For each other race won 6lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race THE BLACK-A-MOOR INN 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 14 entries at £50 - Closed April 22nd, 2024.

SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.

SECOND RACE 4.40 - THE MICHAEL FOSTER MEMORIAL RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands B, C and D) (GBB RACE) 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 novice three, four and five yrs old only, which are in Bands B, C and D. Enter by noon, April 22nd and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 25th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 13lb; fillies 8st 8lb 4-y-o and 5-y-o colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band C from Band B 2lb Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). VEXTRIX MANAGEMENT LIMITED has 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 in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 13 entries at £50. - Closed April 22nd, 2024.

SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.

THIRD RACE 5.15 - THE WATCH SKY SPORTS RACING IN HD HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £10308 to the winning horse The second to receive £4834, the third £2418, the fourth £1208, the fifth £604 and the sixth £302. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10 00 a m. April 25th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 20th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. THE RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race The Race Incentive Fund, supported by the Horserace Betting Levy Board, provides for the inclusion of £1500 towards the prize money for this race 15 entries at £100. - Closed April 22nd, 2024.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

FOURTH RACE 5.50 - THE RIPON SILVER SPRINT TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15462 to the winning horse The second to receive £7251, the third £3627, the fourth £1812, the fifth £906 and the sixth £453. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 25th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 20th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 13 entries, 3 at £30 and 10 at £150. - Closed April 22nd, 2024.

SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.

FIFTH RACE 6.20 - THE M.C.H. HUTCHINSON MEMORIAL TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £15462 to the winning horse The second to receive £7251, the third £3627, the fourth £1812, the fifth £906 and the sixth £453. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 81-100 (also open to such horses rated 101 and 102; such horses rated 80 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 81 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 80 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 25th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 20th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. A Challenge trophy will be presented to the winning owner, to be held until April 1st, 2025, when it is to be returned to the Ripon Executive The RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 18 entries, 1 at £30 and 17 at £150. - Closed April 22nd, 2024.

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

SIXTH RACE 6.50 - THE VISIT attheraces.com 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 four 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. April 25th Lowest weight: 5-y-o and up 8st 7lb; 4-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 5-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 4-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after April 20th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. THE RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 12 entries at £75 - Closed April 22nd, 2024. SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

SEVENTH RACE 7.20 - THE EVENING RACING ON FRIDAY 10TH MAY 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 three yrs old only, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 25th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 20th, 2024, for each race won 6lb. THE RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 16 entries, 1 at £10 and 15 at £50. - Closed April 22nd, 2024.

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

2024 FIXTURES

Friday 10th May (Evening)

Sunday 19th May

Thursday 30th May

Wednesday 5th June (Evening)

Wednesday 19th June (Evening)

Thursday 20th June

Monday 8th July (Evening)

Saturday 20th July

Monday 5th August

Sunday 11th August

Saturday 17th August

Monday 26th August – Bank Holiday

Tuesday 27th August

Saturday 28th September