Ripon Racecard - Wednesday 5th June

WED JUN 05

OFFICIALS & WELCOME

MEET THE TEAM

JAMES HUTCHINSON Managing Director

LIZ BARKER Racecourse Administrator

STEWARDS

Chief Steward Adrian Sharpe

Stewards’ Panel Chair Mike Goodfellow

Nathan Green, Philippa Hardy, Robert McCarthy

STARTERS

Ryan Colley, Jason Callaghan

JUDGE

Di Clark

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Claudia Marelli

HANDICAPPER

Graeme Smith

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Alec Dent, Joe O’Gorman, Graham Gray

VETERINARY OFFICER

Mark Collins

VETERINARY SURGEONS

Matt Butterell, Richard Sutcliffe

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr Johnathan Bulman, Dr John Adams, Dr Samantha Foster

DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD

Brian Beswick - 07831331102

BETTING RING MANAGER

Mark Ryan

COMMENTATOR

Steven Powell

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 6:20pm

The Janet and Mark Leach Wedding Celebration EBF Novice Stakes (GBB Race)

SECOND RACE 6:55pm

The Yorkshire Accountants Ripon Novice Stakes (GBB Race)

THIRD RACE 7:25pm

The Sky Sports Racing Virgin 519 Handicap Stakes

FOURTH RACE 7:55pm

The weatherbysshop.co.uk Handicap Stakes

FIFTH RACE 8:25pm

SIXTH RACE 9:00pm The Ripon Theatre Festival 2nd - 7th July Handicap Stakes 10 14 18 22 24 28

The Download the Raceday Ready App Handicap Stakes

Good evening and a warm welcome to Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse for what promises to be a great evening of racing!

Our feature race is the weatherbysshop.co.uk Handicap over 6 furlongs at 7.55 and it looks a very competitive affair with Ripon favourites Fortamour, a five-time winner here and Bay Breeze, who has four course wins to his name, in the line-up. Twelfth Knight won here twice last season and Abate, Strong Johnson and Havana Pursuit all have winning course form too so it will be interesting to see who comes out on top this evening.

We are next in action later this month with a double header. We have evening racing on Wednesday 19th June followed by Ladies Day on Thursday 20th June. We have prizes from Grantley Hall and Jenny Roberts Millinery for our best dressed lady and best hat winners respectively. We also have a best dressed gentleman competition with a prize from Harrogate Town AFC up for grabs.

Looking further ahead to July we have evening racing on Monday 8th followed by our Go Racing in Yorkshire Summer Festival meeting on Saturday 20th. Club Enclosure tickets are selling fast for that one so be sure to book early.

Wishing you a thoroughly enjoyable evening of racing and we hope to see you again soon.

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

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 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

FRESH PIES

FRESH HOT ROLLS

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 (2019-2024) WITH RUNNERS:

T EASTERBY (78 wins from 574 runners, 14%) runs CASH IN and ELEGANT CALL (6.55), GARDEN OASIS and LITTLE TED (7.25), BAY BREEZE and HAVANA PURSUIT (7.55), ERNEST RUTHERFORD (8.25), GEORGIE WOOSTER and PAPAGREY (9.00).

D O’MEARA (29 wins from 240 runners, 12%) runs LADY LUZON (6.20), CUAN (6.55), STAR SHIELD (7.25).

R FAHEY (28 wins from 211 runners, 13%) runs LOOM (6.20), GOLDEN STRIKE (6.55), KHATHAK (7.25), INTERNATIONAL GIRL (7.55).

W HAGGAS (22 wins from 60 runners, 37%) runs ART DESIGN (6.20), DARK SUN (6.55).

P MIDGLEY (16 wins from 103 runners, 16%) runs TWELFTH KNIGHT and STRONG JOHNSON (7.55), HERAKLES and GIS A SUB (8.25). TRAINERS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

K R BURKE (11 wins from 51 runners, 22%) runs ARTAGNAN (6.20).

D O’MEARA (10 wins from 59 runners, 17%) runners listed above.

R FAHEY (9 wins from 55 runners, 16%) runners listed above.

T EASTERBY (7 wins from 76 runners, 9%) runners listed above

S ENGLAND (6 wins from 18 runners, 33%) runs NO SAINT (7.25).

FANCYTHAT

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

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

DAVID ALLAN (53 wins from 287 rides, 18%) rides ELEGANT CALL (6.55), GARDEN OASIS (7.25), BAY BREEZE (7.55), GEORGIE WOOSTER (9.00).

PAUL MULRENNAN (18 wins from 107 rides, 17%) rides NO SAINT (7.25), STRONG JOHNSON (7.55), HERAKLES (8.25), BELLASIO (9.00).

DURAN FENTIMAN (14 wins from 120 rides, 12%) rides CASH IN (6.55), HAVANA PURSUIT (7.55), ERNEST RUTHERFORD (8.25).

JASON HART (13 wins from 118 rides, 11%) rides BLUE POINT EXPRESS (6.20), TOBETSO (7.25).

JOANNA MASON (11 wins from 52 rides, 21%) rides VONDELPARK (7.25), FORTAMOUR (7.55).

JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

CONNOR BEASLEY (11 wins from 50 rides, 22%) rides ZUFFOLO (8.25), HOWARD’S CHOICE (9.00).

CALLUM RODRIGUEZ (6 wins from 20 rides, 30%) rides WATCH BLUE POINT (6.20), BETWEENTHESTICKS (8.25), ANGEL OF THE BAY (9.00).

DAVID ALLAN (6 wins from 43 rides, 14%) rides listed above

JASON HART (5 wins from 47 rides, 11%) rides listed above

CLIFFORD LEE (4 wins from 27 rides, 15%) rides ARTAGNAN (6.20), SALAMANCA LAD (9.00).

K R BURKE won the 6.20 race in 2018 and 2023. The stable is represented by Artagnan in the race today.

P MIDGLEY won the 8.25 race in 2021 and 2022. The stable is represented by Gis A Sub and Herakles in the race today.

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 7.25 Makalu (won off 57 down 4lb to 53); Star Shield (won off 75 down 6lb to 69); Vondelpark (won off 67 down 8lb to 59); Garden Oasis (won off 77 down 9lb to 68); 7.55 Bay Breeze (won off 84 down 4lb to 80); 8.25 Betweenthesticks (won off 70 down 3lb to 67); Refuge (won off 70 down 7lb to 63); Zuffolo (won off 71 down 7lb to 64); Street Life (won off 64 down 15lb to 49); Speedacus (won off 78 down 16lb to 62).

LONGEST TRAVELLERS

BETWEENTHESTICKS (8.25) trained by J Channon, West Ilsley, distance of 213 miles SALAMANCA LAD (9.00) trained by D & C Kubler, Lambourn, distance of 211 miles

MANHATTAN MIRAGE (6.55) trained by D F Davis, Lambourn, distance of 211 miles SONIC BLUE (6.20) trained by T Dascombe, Lambourn, distance of 211 miles SPEEDACUS (8.25) trained by J Butler, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles. WATCH BLUE POINT (6.20) trained by J Tate, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles. ART DESIGN (6.20) & DARK SUN (6.55) trained by W Haggas, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles

TODAY’S TIPS

RACE

1

There was a good word for SONIC BLUE prior to his Doncaster debut and he didn’t disappoint. What he actually achieved there remains to be seen, but the performance was good enough forconnections to aim him at the National Stakes, onlyforsoft ground to rule him out of that Sandown assignment. Loom was fancied for a good race at York, although the chiefthreat could come from the unraced brigade, ofwhichArt Design and Marshman’s expensive half-brother Artagnan make most appeal.

WIN: SONIC BLUE

RACE 2

DANGER:ARTAGNAN

MANHATTAN MIRAGE pushed the smart Balmacara to a head at Doncaster and probably performed to at least the same level when seventh in a traditionally strong maiden at the Craven meeting. Gelded since, it doesn’t need to improve him too much. Golden Strike made it second-time lucky with the minimum of fuss at Ayr but, like surprise York runner-up Elegant Call, he lacks a competitive outing in 2024. Dark Sun also reappears, after wind surgery and in a first-time tongue-tie.

WIN: MANHATTAN MIRAGE DANGER:

RACE 3

MAKALU didn’t get the best of runs over C&D recently, but James Sullivan didn’t panic and eventuallyproduced Ruth Carr’s five-year-old to get up close home. Considering his checkered passage, a 2lb rise might underestimate the merit of that performance, and he haswon offmuch highermarks in the past. Saisons D’Orwas rewarded forsome fine efforts in defeatwith a Catterickvictoryand he heads a list ofdangers that also includes Garden Oasis, Little Ted and Star Shield.

WIN: MAKALU DANGER: SAISONS D’OR

RACE

4

INTERNATIONAL GIRL finished fourth despite her wide trip in a class 3 event over C&D last month and she was dropped 1lb. Richard Fahey’s mare takes a drop in grade and can get her head back in front, with Twelfth Knight, who wasn’t disgraced in fifth at Thirsk last time, put forward as the main danger. Of the remainder, Bay Breeze makes the most appeal.

RACE 5

Herakles has been running well of late, including when third in this grade at Beverley last month, and he should remain competitive off an unchanged mark. However, the vote goes to BETWEENTHESTICKS,who finished midfield in a class 4 event at Windsor recently and was dropped 3lb. The handicapper seems to have given him a chance and he looks the one to beat Street Life returns to the handicap ranks and is another to note

RACE 6

GEORGIE WOOSTER put his three underwhelming efforts in novice/maiden company well behind him when accounting for his nearest rival by just over a length on his handicap debut at Redcar last time.Tim Easterby’s three-year-old is only 6lb higher and rates the one to beat. Angel Of The Bay filled the runner-up spot over 7f at Redcar on his latest outing and is likelyto be on the premises offthe same mark. Of the remainder, Curious Mrs Fox makes the most appeal.

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 StarRatingHHHHH Official BHARating 99

11 12 13 14

Sire 5 Birthplace of Horse (if not GB)

No. of Days since last ran

Weight (st lbs)

HIIII Can be given little or no chance. 1 Owner’s Colours (illustration)

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.

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.

FIRST RACE 6.20

THEJANETAND MARK LEACH WEDDING CELEBRATION EBFNOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)

for novice two yrs old

Total prize fund £9000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

1 SONIC BLUE (IRE) (34)

B c Blue Point (IRE) - Eye Witness (GER)

Owner: SBA Racing Limited

Trainer: Tom Dascombe, Lambourn

Sponsor: Route Agency Limited

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.

9 11 (11)

Jockey: Pierre-Louis Jamin

Form: 1 D

Breeder: Kildaragh Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Justified strong support in 4-runner maiden at Doncaster (5f, good to soft) on debut 34 days ago, pushed out without rider needing to use the whip. Open to plenty of progress.

2

ARTAGNAN (IRE)

B c Mehmas (IRE) - White Rosa (IRE)

(-) 9 4 (6)

Jockey: Clifford Lee

Owner: Wathnan Racing Form:

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Breeder: South House Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 22. €50,000 yearling, £350,000 2-y-o, Mehmas colt. Half-brother to smart winner up to 6f Marshman. Dam 9f winner Makes lots of appeal on paper for excellent yard

3 EAST LEA (GB) (-)

B c Showcasing - Bubbly

Owner: Mr James Binks

Trainer: Phillip Makin, Leyburn

9 4 (1)

Jockey: Rowan Scott

Form:

Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 15. 22,000 gns yearling, Showcasing colt. Dam, placed at 6f-8.5f, half-sister to useful 5f winner Marlinka. Star

4 KILO SUNSHINE (GB) (16)

Ch c Territories (IRE) - Sajanjl

Owner: Mrs Karen Crawford & Partner

Trainer: Danny Brooke, Middleham

Sponsor: Danny Brooke Racing

9 4 (10)

Jockey: Jack Garritty

Form: 0

Breeder: Mr J. Coburn

TIMEFORM VIEW Eighth of 10 in maiden (16/1) at Redcar (6f, good) on debut 16 days ago, not knocked about.

5 LOOM (IRE) (20)

B c Kodiac - Stunner

Owner: Peter Timmins & John Rhodes

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Sponsor: Tote

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Form: 0

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

9 4 (9)

TIMEFORM VIEW Moved with purpose for a long way when seventh of 11 in minor event (9/2) at York (6f, good) on debut 20 days ago. Sure to build on that and return to 5f probably no bad thing at this stage.

6 SHAZANI (FR) (11)

B c Dark Angel (IRE) - Sonjeu (FR)

Owner: Peter Savill & Partner

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

9 4 (3)

Jockey: Andrew Mullen

Form: 0

Breeder: Beauvoir, Michenot, Demailly

TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteenth of 14 in minor event at York (6f, good) on debut 11 days ago.

7 WATCH BLUE POINT (IRE) (-)

B c Blue Point (IRE) - Lady’s Maid (USA)

Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah

Trainer: James Tate, Newmarket

9 4 (5)

Jockey: Callum Rodriguez

Form:

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 17. Blue Point colt. Half-brother to 2-y-o 6f winner Royal Zabeel. Trainer’s newcomers command respect.

8 ART DESIGN (IRE) (-)

B f No Nay Never (USA) - Snowflakes (IRE)

Owner: Mr R. A. Green

Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

Sponsor: Richard Frisby Bloodstock Limited

8 13 (7)

Jockey: Adam Farragher

Form:

Breeder: Snowflakes Syndicate

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 10. 75,000 gns yearling, 78,000 gns 2-y-o, No Nay Never filly. Sister to 2-y-o 6f winner Neverstopdreaming. One to note on debut.

9 BLUE POINT EXPRESS (IRE) (-)

B f Blue Point (IRE) - Miss Fay (IRE)

Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

8 13 (8)

Jockey: Jason Hart

Form:

Breeder: Mr & Mrs Reddy Coffey

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 18. €40,000 yearling, £68,000 2-y-o, Blue Point filly Half-sister to useful 6f winner Rock of England. Dam, maiden (stayed 1m), half-sister to smart 1 1/4m winner Rydan. Another appealing newcomer Star

10 LADY LUZON (IRE) (18)

B f Pinatubo (IRE) - Jadanna (IRE)

Owner: Akela Thoroughbreds Ltd & Jinky Farms II

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: Akela Plant Hire Ltd

Jockey: Jason Watson

8 13 (2)

Form: 4

Breeder: Mountarmstrong Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth of 10 in maiden (17/2) at Thirsk (5f, good to firm) on debut 18 days ago. Open to progress. Star

11 SILVER FRETTLE (GB) (-)

Gr f Havana Grey - Crown Vallary (FR)

Owner: S Mannion, A Heaton and C Burnet

Trainer: Seb Spencer, Malton

Jockey: Richard Oliver

8 13 (4)

Form:

Breeder: Crown Vallary Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 3. Havana Grey filly Dam, 2-y-o 7f winner, half-sister to useful winner up to 1m London Protocol. Star RatingHHIII O

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: BILOXI BOY (IRE) 2 9 7 Richard Oliver 20-1 (K R Burke) 7 ran

Stewards Note:

KILO SUNSHINE: Following its run on 20/5/2024 it was reported that the horse became unbalanced late-on. Betting Forecast:

3-1 Artagnan (IRE), 7-2 Sonic Blue (IRE), 11-2 Loom (IRE), 15-2 Art Design (IRE), 9-1 Watch Blue Point (IRE), Blue Point Express (IRE), 16-1 Lady Luzon (IRE), 50-1 Shazani (FR), 66-1 East Lea (GB), 80-1 Silver Frettle (GB), 300-1 Kilo Sunshine (GB)

SMARTER

This could be a warm novice but the eye is drawn to ARTAGNAN on debut given powerful connections went to £350,000 to acquire him earlier this year Sonic Blue was impressive at Doncaster and will doubtless give it a good go at conceding a penalty, with Loom another one open to progress.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ARTAGNAN (IRE) 2.SONIC BLUE (IRE) 3.LOOM (IRE)

1ST 2ND 3RD 4TH

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

Janet & Mark Leach will select the best turned out for this race and present a memento to winning connections.

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SECOND RACE 6.55

THE YORKSHIRE ACCOUNTANTS RIPON 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) No Horse

1 BLUE JAY WAY (GB) (218)

B g Sixties Icon - Dark Blue (IRE)

Owner: J R Racing

Trainer: John David Riches, Pilling

RACEFORM

RACE DESCRIPTION

This contest is another Novice Stakes, this time run over a distance of six 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 two-year-old career

4 9 12 (5)

Jockey: Mia Nicholls (5)

Form: 4/60000-

Breeder: Savoch Oaks

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 8 Flat runs. 200/1, last of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (8f).

Off 7 months. Back down in trip.

2 JILL’S JUNGLE (GB) (395)

B g Bungle Inthejungle - Diablo Dancer

Owner: Miss J Gittus & Mrs G B Walford

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

Sponsor: Cube3 Construction Ltd

4 9 12 (6)

Jockey: Jack Garritty

Form: 24-

Breeder: Mrs G. B. Walford & Jill Gittus

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced gelding. Fourth of 6 in minor event (16/1) at Hamilton (5f, good), not clear run. Off 13 months and needs to hit the ground running with tongue strap added. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

3 GOLDEN STRIKE (IRE) (246)

Ch c Calyx - Hot Legs (IRE)

Owner: Sheikh Rashid Dalmook Al Maktoum

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

3 9 11 (8)

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Form: 31- D

Breeder: Mr R. McDonald & Mr A. Mansergh Wallace

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort. 4/6, won 8-runner maiden at Ayr (6f, soft). Off 8 months but this Calyx colt should improve so merits serious consideration. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

4 CUAN (GB) (22)

B f Zoustar (AUS) - Moons of Jupiter (USA)

Owner: Akela Thoroughbreds Limited

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: Akela Plant Hire Ltd

4 9 7 (7)

Jockey: Jason Watson

Form: 24

Breeder: Widden Stud UK/Rifa Mustang Europe

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced filly. Fourth of 6 in maiden at Ayr (6f, good, 15/2) 22 days ago, slowly away. Needs to take a step forward.

5 CASH IN (GB) (9)

B g Profitable (IRE) - Roxelana (IRE)

Owner: Reality Partnerships III

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

3 9 4 (3)

Jockey: Duran Fentiman

Form: 36

Breeder: Doughty Investments Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced gelding Sixth of 12 in maiden (14/1) at Redcar (6f, soft) 9 days ago, never nearer Lots more is required.

6 MANHATTAN MIRAGE (IRE) (50)

B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Vida Amorosa (IRE)

Owner: Amo Racing Limited

Trainer: Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn

Sponsor: Sports Invest UK Ltd

3 9 4 (4)

Jockey: Rowan Scott

Form: 32-20

Breeder: Tom Lacy

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced gelding. 6/1, respectable seventh of 12 in maiden at Newmarket (7f, good) 50 days ago, ridden aggressively in front. Leading form claims back in these calmer waters.

7 BARE ELEGANCE (GB) (12)

B f Kodiac - Delft Dancer

Owner: Blue Lion Racing IX

Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham

3 8 13 (1)

Jockey: Andrew Breslin (3)

Form: 33

Breeder: Blackberry Farm

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced filly Third of 6 in minor event (33/1) at Pontefract (5f, good to soft) 12 days ago, running on late Likely to improve again.

8

DARK SUN (GB) (226)

B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Solar Gold (IRE)

Owner: Cayton Park Stud Limited

Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

3 8 13 (9)

Jockey: Adam Farragher

Form: 45-

Breeder: Cayton Park Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced filly. 9/2, fifth of 12 in maiden at Wolverhampton (7.2f),

and had wind op but not ruled out with tongue strap on.

9 ELEGANT CALL (IRE) (236)

B f Soldier’s Call - Elegant Drama (IRE)

Owner: ValueRacingClub.co.uk

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

3 8 13 (2)

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 652-

Breeder: Ballyhane

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced filly, easily best effort when second of 15 in minor event at York (6f,

but she enters calculations with her form looking strong.

DECLARED RUNNERS 9

2023:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 2, 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1. Running for the first time since Gelding No 6. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 8. Betting Forecast: 9-4 Manhattan Mirage (IRE), 7-2 Golden Strike (IRE), 5-1 Elegant Call (IRE), 9-1 Dark Sun (GB), 12-1 Bare Elegance (GB), 16-1 Jill’s Jungle (GB), Cuan (GB), 28-1 Cash In (GB), 300-1 Blue Jay Way (GB)

MANHATTAN MIRAGE has less on his plate than when an aggressively-ridden seventh at Newmarket last time and can capitalise to get off the mark at the chief expense of returning duo Golden Strike and Elegant Call who both look to have more to give. Bare Elegance is also worthy of respect in a fair maiden.

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

Mr Brian Elsworth will select the best turned out for this race and present a memento to winning connections.

GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME

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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.

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THIRD RACE 7.25

THE SKY SPORTS RACING VIRGIN 519 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £9000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

Horse

1 TOBETSO (IRE) (18)

B g Kodiac - Soul Searcher (IRE)

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 51 to 70 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: Jason Hart

Owner: Highgreen Partnership Form: 140-503 CD

Trainer: Declan Carroll, Malton

Sponsor: Newry Construction Ltd

Breeder: Lynn Lodge Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Best effort of the campaign when third of 16 in handicap (18/1) at Thirsk (8f, good to firm) 18 days ago, running on. Same mark here (his last winning one) and he needs considering.

2 STAR SHIELD (GB) (18)

Ch g Helmet (AUS) - Perfect Star

9 9 8 (10)

Jockey: Mark Winn (3)

Owner: Middleham Park Racing & Mr P&G Upton Form: 335436 D

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing

Breeder: Mildmay Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Another sound effort when sixth of 16 in handicap at Thirsk (8f, good to firm) 18 days ago. Likely to give it another good go

3 NO SAINT (GB) (16)

B g Koropick (IRE) - Lady Kyllar

Owner: Tip Your Hat Partnership

Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley

Sponsor: Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd

4 9 8 (6)

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan

Form: 00402-0

Breeder: Mr Andrew Spalding

TIMEFORM VIEW 14/1, last of 8 in handicap at Carlisle (5.8f, good to firm) 16 days ago. Significantly up in trip, which will suit, but he needs to leave that reappearance well behind. Star RatingHHIII Official

4 GARDEN OASIS (GB) (14)

B g Excelebration (IRE) - Queen Arabella

Owner: Mr T. A. Scothern & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Electrical Discount UK

9 9 7 (2)

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 0050-43 CD

Breeder: Meon Valley Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time C&D winner Creditable third of 8 in handicap at Ayr (8f, good to firm, 17/2) 14 days ago, sticking to task. Blinkers back on and huge player eased in class returned to Ripon.

5 SAISONS D’OR (IRE) (23)

Ro g Havana Gold (IRE) - Deux Saisons

Owner: The Fatalists

Trainer: Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn

Sponsor: Jedd O’Keeffe Racing

9 9 5 (9)

Jockey: Jack Garritty

Form: 0-22231 D

Breeder: Mount Coote Stud & Knocktoran Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Return to turf worked the oracle when winning 14-runner handicap at Catterick (7f, good) 23 days ago. Nudged up 3lb but can remain competitive Star Rati

6 PRINCESS NIYLA (GB) (18)

B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Coillte Cailin (IRE)

Owner: Mr John Sugarman

Trainer: Alan Brown, Malton

4 9 4 (11)

Jockey: Rowan Scott

Form: 000-000 D

Breeder: Mr Peter Moran

TIMEFORM VIEW Dropping in the weights without looking ready to take advantage, just a creditable eighth of 16 in handicap at Thirsk (8f, good to firm) 18 days ago. Must improve

7 VONDELPARK (GB) (36) 4 8 12 (5)

B g Mayson - Loving Touch

Owner: Racing Knights and Liam Murray

Trainer: Sara Ender, Malton

Sponsor: Instawood Ltd

Jockey: Joanna Mason

Form: 24-6600 CD

Breeder: Penhill Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Eighth of 9 in handicap at Catterick (7f, good, 12/1) 36 days ago. Cheekpieces need to galvanise him. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 59

8

LITTLE TED (GB) (40)

Ch g Cityscape - Speedy Utmost Meg

Owner: Mr M. J. Macleod

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Baker Finch Interiors, Leods Contracts Limited

7 8 11 (4)

Jockey: Tom Eaves

Form: 54-2454 C D BF

Breeder: Mill Bank Bloodstock LLP

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. Creditable fourth of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (8f, 7/2) 40 days ago, for all he looked a seriously tricky customer

9

KHATHAK (GB) (14)

Br g Iffraaj - Mujarah (IRE)

Owner: Mr M. J. Macleod

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Sponsor: Baker Finch Interiors, Leods Contracts Limited

5 8 11 (7)

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Form: 040445 D

Breeder: Godolphin

TIMEFORM VIEW Temperamental sort. One win from 21 Flat runs. Fifth of 8 in handicap at Ayr (8f, good, 4/1) 14 days ago, though he isn’t straightforward.

10 MAKALU (IRE) (17)

B g Mehmas (IRE) - Jolly Juicester (IRE)

Owner: Bruce Jamieson & Ruth Carr

Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington

Sponsor: William Hill

5 8 6 (3)

Jockey: James Sullivan

Form: 065-151 CD

Breeder: Kevin Fox

TIMEFORM VIEW Winning reappearance at Southwell in March and improved again to land 10-runner handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 8/1) 17 days ago despite being caught in a pocket. Another bold bid anticipated.

11 MR HEINZ (GB) (35)

B g Spill The Beans (AUS) - Velvet Band

Owner: Mrs Jayne Sivills

Trainer: Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft

5 8 4 (1)

Jockey: Cam Hardie

Form: 0124-00 D

Breeder: Hellwood Stud Farm & G. P. Clarke

TIMEFORM VIEW Tenth of 12 in handicap at Pontefract (8f, soft, 9/1) 35 days ago. Blinkers back on. Not easy to make a case for from 2lb out of the weights.

DECLARED RUNNERS 11

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 7. Blinkers worn by No 4, 11. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 8.

Stewards Note:

VONDELPARK: Following its run on 30/4/2024 it was reported that the horse was never travelling. LITTLE TED: Following its run on 26/4/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. Betting Forecast:

7-2 Makalu (IRE), 11-2 Garden Oasis (GB), 6-1 Saisons d’Or (IRE), 7-1 Tobetso (IRE), 8-1 Star Shield (GB), 11-1 Khathak (GB), 12-1 Little Ted (GB), 22-1 Vondelpark (GB), 28-1 No Saint (GB), 33-1 Princess Niyla (GB), Mr Heinz (GB)

The return to Ripon coupled with change of headgear could be just what GARDEN OASIS needs and if that does prove to be the case, he’s certainly on a very workable mark. Makalu is the obvious alternative up just 2lb for his recent C&D win, with Sarsons d’Or completing the shortlist.

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It is a real pleasure to be sponsoring the weatherbysshop.co.uk Handicap at Ripon this evening, a Class 4 event stagedoversixfurlongs.

Of the nine set to go to post, four are course and distance winners including Ben Haslam’s Fortamour. The experienced eight-year-old is five from 16 at the track and had a nexttime-out winner back in second when an impressive winner here two starts back,thepairwellclearofthefield.He foundhimselfalittletoofarbackona quicker surface last time but caught the eye with how he stayed on into fourth,althoughwouldprobablyprefer asoftersurfacethanisexpected.

Abate is dangerous dropping back in class from a sliding mark.

Bay Breeze was behind that rival in April but has a 50% strike rate here at Ripon, four wins from eight starts. Tim Easterby’s five-year-old has been well held the last twice but appears well handicapped from a mark of 80 on the pick of last season’s form. The trainer also runs Havana Pursuit, an all-the-way novice winner here over the minimum trip last season. The four-year-old is perhaps the most unexposed contender in this field but may just need the run on seasonal reappearance.

Adrian Nicholls’ Abate was denied by just a head in a Class 2 event here to closethelastcampaignandhasbeen runningwellinsimilartopcompanyin three starts this term. The eight-yearold finished fifth in a strong handicap at York’s Dante Meeting last time and is dangerous dropping back in class fromaslidingmark,nowjust1lbhigher thanhislastwinningmark.

Paul Midgley’s Twelfth Knight also steps down in class, the five-year-old winning over track and trip the last time he contested Class 4 company. Theservicesof5lbclaimerAlexJarywill aid his chances from top weight here. ThetraineralsosendsStrongJohnson, who must bounce back from a belowpareffortatYorklatestbuthismarkhas nowdroppedbelowhislastwinningturf mark.

Richard Fahey’s International Girl was inconvenienced by track position when fourth here last time but should improve for that reappearance effort, droppedapoundbythehandicapper. The six-year-old is winless since September 2022 but has proved a consistent performer, outside of the top four just twice in her last seven starts.

SybilCharm has been in fine form on the All-Weather of late, notching up three wins in 2024, but has yet to win onturf.

FOURTH RACE 7.55

(CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £12000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4876; Second £2438; Third £1219; Fourth £610; Fifth £305; Sixth £152. (Penalty Value £6184.80) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 13.50 secs RECORD TIME 1 min 09.04 secs

1 TWELFTH KNIGHT (IRE) (18)

B g Haatef (USA) - Balm

Owner: Mrs N. Padgett

Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

Sponsor: Argrain Ltd

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a six furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 66 to 85. 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: Alex Jary (5)

Form: 3010-05 CD

9 11 (1)

Breeder: Castlegrove Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Fair fifth of 7 in handicap at Thirsk

Needs considering

2 ABATE (GB) (21)

Br g Bated Breath - Red Kyte

Owner: Ruffles Racing Club

Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay

Sponsor: Adrian Nicholls Racing

8 9 7 (7)

Jockey: Mia Nicholls (5)

Form: 312-605 CD

Breeder: Malih L. Al Basti

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who shaped well when fifth of 21 in handicap at York (6f, good) 21 days ago, racing away from main group. Good claims eased 1lb.

3 INTERNATIONAL GIRL (IRE) (17)

Ch m Camacho - Lady Arabella (IRE)

Owner: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Sponsor: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd

6 9 5 (9)

Jockey: Jack Garritty

Form: 40202-4 D

Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Off 8 months when a fading fourth of 7 in handicap (10/1) at this C&D (good to firm) 17 days ago. Can take a step forward.

4 FORTAMOUR (IRE) (26)

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

Owner: Chris Cleevely & Racing Knights

Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham

Sponsor: Instawood Ltd

8 9 4 (3)

Jockey: Joanna Mason

Form: 40-6514 CD BF

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

TIMEFORM VIEW 5-time C&D winner. Latest win here in April. Respectable fourth of 13 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 2/1) 26 days ago. Not taken lightly Star RatingHHHHI

5 BAY BREEZE (GB) (9)

B g Buratino (IRE) - Midnight Mojito

Owner: Mr D. A. West & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

5 9 4 (8)

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 0000-44 CD

Breeder: Habton Farms

TIMEFORM VIEW 4-time C&D winner 11/4, last of 4 in handicap at Redcar (6f, soft) 9 days ago so needs to get back on track.

6 STRONG JOHNSON (IRE) (11)

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

Owner: Taylor’s Bloodstock Ltd

Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

Sponsor: Taylor Group (Yorkshire) Ltd

8 9 2 (6)

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan

Form: 262-630 C D

Breeder: David Mooney

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner. Fifteenth of 21 in handicap at York (6f, good, 25/1) 11 days ago so

7 SIBYL CHARM (IRE) (68)

B f Charm Spirit (IRE) - La Sibilla

4 9 2 (4)

Jockey: Andrew Mullen

Owner: The Twelve Munkys Form: 122114 D

Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Sponsor: Iain Jardine Racing Ltd

Breeder: E. Phelan

TIMEFORM VIEW 3 wins from 7 runs this year Latest win at Newcastle in March. Respectable fourth of 9 in handicap (16/1) at Newcastle (7.1f) 68 days ago, running on. Ought to be in the shake-up. Star RatingHHHII O

8 WESTMORIAN (GB) (26)

B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Inca Trail (USA)

Owner: Miss Marjorie A. Thompson

Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton

Sponsor: Herbs Unlimited

5 8 10 (5)

Jockey: Sam James

Form: 224520 D

Breeder: J. Carrington & Richmond Bloodstock

TIMEFORM VIEW 11/1, respectable seventh of 13 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm) 26 days ago. One for the shortlist.

9 HAVANA PURSUIT (GB) (240)

Ch g Havana Grey - Choisette

Owner: Ontoawinner 10 & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: www.ontoawinner.net

4 8 8 (2)

Jockey: Duran Fentiman

Form: 416016- C D

Breeder: Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Below form sixth of 10 in handicap at Pontefract (6f, good to soft, 6/1). Off 8 months but can give a good account if fully tuned up. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 70

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: IT JUST TAKES TIME (IRE) 5 9 2 Jonny Peate 7-2 (Mark Walford) 8 ran

Stewards Note:

HAVANA PURSUIT: Following its run on 9/10/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference late-on. Betting Forecast: 9-4 Fortamour (IRE), 15-2 Abate (GB), 9-1 Twelfth Knight (IRE), International Girl (IRE), Bay Breeze (GB), 11-1 Westmorian (GB), 12-1 Strong Johnson (IRE), Sibyl Charm (IRE), 16-1 Havana Pursuit (GB)

PLAY SMARTER

ABATE comes here on the back of a promising fifth in a big-field York handicap and is fancied to add another C&D success at the chief expense of course specialist Fortamour who bids for a sixth C&D victory Twelfth Knight and Sibyl Charm can also have a say in a fairly useful sprint.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ABATE 2.FORTAMOUR (IRE) 3.TWELFTH

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FIFTH RACE 8.25

THE DOWNLOAD THE RACEDAY READY APP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £9000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (PenaltyValue £4710.60) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

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RACEFORM

MEDIAN TIME

1 min 1.00 secs

RECORD TIME

57.28 secs

BETWEENTHESTICKS (GB) (11)

B g Captain Gerrard (IRE) - Jollyhockeysticks

Owner: The Wilsley Partnership

Trainer: Jack Channon, West Ilsley

Sponsor: Jack Channon Racing Limited

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a five furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 49 to 68. Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 6lb.

4 9 9 (11)

Jockey: Callum Rodriguez

Form: 43360-0 D

Breeder: J. P. Coggan

TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2022. 22/1, shaped as if needing the run after 5 months off when respectable seventh of 13 in handicap at Windsor (6f, good to firm) 11 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Has good chance on pick of form.

2 HERAKLES (IRE) (22)

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Air of Mystery

4 9 8 (5)

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan

Owner: Mr A. Bell & Mr P. T. Midgley Form: 166233 D

Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

Breeder: Mr Donal Boylan

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle in January. 5/1, creditable third of 10 in handicap at Beverley (5f, good to firm) 22 days ago, racing closer to pace than ideal. Will continue to give a good account.

3

ZUFFOLO (IRE) (22)

B g Bungle Inthejungle - Red Red Rose

Owner: Thompson,Saunders,Drysdale,Davison

Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington

Sponsor: Denton Hall Racing Ltd

4 9 6 (1)

Jockey: Connor Beasley

Form: 10-5500 D

Breeder: Mrs Anne Marie Burns

TIMEFORM VIEW Eighth of 10 in handicap at Beverley (5f, good to firm, 22/1) 22 days ago.

4 GIS A SUB (IRE) (18)

B g Acclamation - Monclaire (GER)

Owner: Chris Priestley & ged shields

Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

Sponsor: J Priestley Transport Ltd

5 9 6 (2)

Jockey: Mark Winn (3)

Form: 00-0006

Breeder: Kildaragh Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 22 Flat runs. Twenty one runs since last win in 2021. 8/1, sixth of 10 in handicap at Doncaster (6f, firm) 18 days ago.

5 BRIAN THE SNAIL (IRE) (273)

Gr g Zebedee - Sweet Irish

Owner: The Brian The Snail Racing Club

Trainer: Patrick Morris, Prescot

10 9 5 (10)

Jockey: Paddy Bradley

Form: 003001- CD

Breeder: Mr A. Kirwan

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 11/2, won 11-runner handicap at Bath (5.7f, firm) when last seen. Off 9 months. Player if ready to go

6 REFUGE (GB) (46)

B g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Beldale Memory (IRE)

Owner: Laura Mason Syndicate & Julia Lukas

Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton

Sponsor: Stittenham Farms

7 9 5 (3)

Jockey: Lewis Chalkley (7)

Form: 0350-00 D

Breeder: The Beldale Memory Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW Well held last 3 starts, last of 11 in handicap (16/1) at Nottingham (5f, heavy) 46 days ago.

7

SAAHEQ (GB) (13)

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

Owner: A. Nicholls

Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay

Sponsor: Adrian Nicholls Racing

10 9 5 (9)

Jockey: Mia Nicholls (5)

Form: 00-3350 D

Breeder: Cliveden Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2023. 9/2, eighth of 9 in handicap at Chelmsford City (5f) 13 days ago. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 63

8 SPEEDACUS (IRE) (26)

Ch g Slade Power (IRE) - Jamboree Girl

Owner: Lycett Racing Ltd

Trainer: John Butler, Newmarket

5 9 4 (7)

Jockey: Andrew Mullen

Form: 000000 D

Breeder: W. T. Whittle

TIMEFORM VIEW Eighth of 10 in handicap at Nottingham (6.1f, good to firm, 66/1) 26 days ago.

9 SPANISH ANGEL (IRE) (13)

Br g Gutaifan (IRE) - City Dazzler (IRE)

Owner: Mrs M Chapman, Mrs R Carr, Mr G Shields

Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington

Sponsor: William Hill

7 8 12 (6)

Jockey: James Sullivan

Form: 043125 D

Breeder: Elaine Chivers

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Wolverhampton in May 11/1, bit below form fifth of 9 in handicap at Chelmsford City (5f) 13 days ago.

10 ERNEST RUTHERFORD (GB) (6)

B g Ardad (IRE) - Rutherford (IRE)

Owner: Mr T Scothern, Mr D Stone & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Electrical Discount UK

5 8 8 (4)

Jockey: Duran Fentiman

Form: 00-4060 D

Breeder: R. F. and S. D. Knipe

TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2021. Seventh of 10 in handicap (7/1) at

6 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Must improve

11 STREET LIFE (GB) (83)

Ch g Hot Streak (IRE) - Atheera (IRE)

Owner: Pat Morris and Clear Cut Racing

Trainer: Patrick Morris, Prescot

7 8 5 (8)

Jockey: Aiden Brookes (5)

Form: 316502 D BF

Breeder: Lordship Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle in February 9/4, creditable second of 7 in minor event at Chelmsford City (5f) 83 days ago, running on. Respected back in a handicap.

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2023: BRIAN THE SNAIL (IRE) 9 8 10 Barry McHugh 8-1 (Patrick Morris) 6 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 10. Tongue Strap worn by No 6, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 5, 7, 11.

Stewards Note:

STREET LIFE: Following its run on 14/3/2024 it was reported that the horse was hampered at the first bend. Betting Forecast: 5-1 Herakles (IRE), 6-1 Brian The Snail (IRE), 15-2 Street Life (GB), 8-1 Betweenthesticks (GB), Saaheq (GB), 9-1 Gis A Sub (IRE), 12-1 Ernest Rutherford (GB), 14-1 Spanish Angel (IRE), 18-1 Zuffolo (IRE), Refuge (GB), 33-1 Speedacus (IRE)

BETWEENTHESTICKS should step up on his comeback and can end his losing run off a career-low mark for his in-form yard Herakles arrives in good heart and is next best ahead of returning veteran Brian The Snail.

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SIXTH RACE 9.00

THE RIPON THEATRE FESTIVAL 2ND-7TH JULY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for three yrs old

Total prize fund £7000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181 (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

RACEFORM

1 GEORGIE WOOSTER (IRE) (16)

B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Classic Legend

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one handicap race for three-year-olds which have been rated from 49 to 65. 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: David Allan

Owner: MULES RACING Form: 0061

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

9 11 (3)

Breeder: Mountarmstrong Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort. 6/1, much improved when making a winning handicap

16 days ago, plenty in hand. Looks sure to win more races.

2 SALAMANCA LAD (IRE) (33)

B g Profitable (IRE) - Urban Beauty (IRE)

Jockey: Clifford Lee

Owner: Fellowship Racing & Diskovery Form: 010-436

Trainer: Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn

Sponsor: Tattersalls

(7f,

9 9 (7)

Breeder: Michael Buckley

TIMEFORM VIEW 10/1 and blinkered for 1st time, last of 6 in handicap at Goodwood (9.9f, heavy) 33 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time.

3 BELLASIO (IRE) (16)

B g Belardo (IRE) - Aisling Ghear (IRE)

9 8 (5)

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan

Owner: NG Racing Form: 23-6

Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton

Sponsor: Herbs Unlimited

Breeder: J. S. Bolger

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 10/1, sixth of 11 in novice at Carlisle (6.9f, good to firm) 16 days ago. Makes handicap debut.

4 BAY OF AUSTRALIA (IRE) (201)

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

Jockey: Mark Winn (3)

Owner: Keatley Racing Owners Group & D Moore Form: 242030-

Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton

Sponsor: Keatley Racing Ltd

Breeder: Mr Pat Turley

9 8 (9)

TIMEFORM VIEW 12/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, seventh of 11 in nursery at Wolverhampton (8.6f), left poorly placed. Off 6 months. Tongue strap on 1st time. Plenty to find on form. Star RatingHHIII

5 ANGEL OF THE BAY (GB) (8)

B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Angel Carlotta (IRE)

Owner: ABC Racing

Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk

Sponsor: Tote

9 6 (8)

Jockey: Callum Rodriguez

Form: 4-5502

Breeder: Hamish Alexander

TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Very good second of 10 in handicap at Redcar (7f, soft, 25/1) 8 days ago. Will be suited by 1m and is open to further improvement. Star Rating

6 HAVANA PRINCE (GB) (26)

Gr g Havana Grey - Sciacca (IRE)

Owner: Bishop, Kench, Croot,Hymas & Scholefield

Trainer: Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton

Jockey: Tom Eaves

Form: 5-00241 CD

9 5 (4)

Breeder: Edward Peary

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 12-runner handicap at this C&D (good, 7/2) 26 days ago by 1/2 length from Curious Mrs Fox, having run of race Vulnerable.

7 DUE CONSIDERATION (GB) (16)

B g Due Diligence (USA) - Empress Livia

Owner: MIddleham park racing XCVI and partner

Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay

Sponsor: Tattersalls, Tattersalls

9 4 (6)

Jockey: Paddy Mathers

Form: 12-2065 D

Breeder: Denniff Farms Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW 7/1, respectable fifth of 10 in handicap at Carlisle (7.8f, good to firm) 16 days ago. Hood on 1st time. Star Rati

8 PAPAGREY (GB) (242)

B g Ardad (IRE) - Maybeagrey

Owner: REALITY PARTNERSHIPS XIX

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

9 1 (2)

Jockey: James Sullivan

Form: 000-

Breeder: Habton Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 200/1, eleventh of 12 in novice at Redcar (7f, good). Off 8 months. Makes handicap debut Difficult ask.

9 HOWARD’S CHOICE (GB) (16)

B g Ulysses (IRE) - Adornment

Owner: Cragg Wood Racing

Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton

Sponsor: Gemma Tutty Racing, Fitzdares Limited

9 0 (1)

Jockey: Connor Beasley

Form: 6-05550

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW 7/1, eighth of 12 in handicap at Redcar (7f, good) 16 days ago, finishing with running

Not taken lightly

10 CURIOUS MRS FOX (GB) (26)

B f Dragon Dancer - Crimson Skies (IRE)

Owner: The Red and White Stripes

Trainer: John Davies, Darlington

8 8 (10)

Jockey: Amie Waugh (5)

Form: 0060-52

Breeder: John Joseph Davies

TIMEFORM VIEW 33/1, very good 1/2-length second of 12 to Havana Prince in handicap at this C&D (good) 26 days ago, needing stronger gallop. Enters calculations.

DECLARED RUNNERS 10

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Hood worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2, 4. Blinkers worn by No. 2.

Running for the first time since Gelding No 8.

Stewards Note:

HOWARD’S CHOICE: Following its run on 20/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run 1.5f out. Betting Forecast:

11-4 Georgie Wooster (IRE), 5-1 Angel of The Bay (GB), 13-2 Havana Prince (GB), 15-2 Curious Mrs Fox (GB), 12-1 Bellasio (IRE), Howard’s Choice (GB), 16-1 Due Consideration (GB), 20-1 Salamanca Lad (IRE), Bay of Australia (IRE), 40-1 Papagrey (GB)

GEORGIE WOOSTER took a big step forward when making a winning handicap bow at Redcar and the amount in hand he had that day suggests he can defy a 7lb rise. Angel of The Bay was also much improved making his handicap debut when second at the same track and is feared most ahead of Howard’s Choice. TIMEFORM PREDICTION:

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.

HEALTH & SAFETY NOTICE

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

First Aid points are located in the Claro Rooms in the Paddock Enclosure and to the rear of the Course Enclosure building.

RACE CONDITIONS

FIRST RACE 6.20 - THE JANET AND MARK LEACH WEDDING CELEBRATION EBF 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 two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, May 30th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 3rd. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 4lb For each other race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) JANET & MARK LEACH to celebrate their wedding 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 25 entries at £45 - Closed May 30th, 2024.

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

SECOND RACE 6.55 - THE YORKSHIRE ACCOUNTANTS RIPON 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, May 30th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 3rd. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 12lb; fillies 9st 7lb 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) YORKSHIRE ACCOUNTANTS 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 stable groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 16 entries at £45. - Closed May 30th, 2024.

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

THIRD RACE 7.25 - THE SKY SPORTS RACING VIRGIN 519 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4710 to the winning horse The second to receive £2210, the third £1104, the fourth £552 and the fifth £275. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72; such horses rated 50 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 3rd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 25th, 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, a cash prize will be presented to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 21 entries at £45. - Closed May 30th, 2024.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

FOURTH RACE 7.55 - THE weatherbysshop.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6184 to the winning horse The second to receive £2900, the third £1450, the fourth £724, the fifth £362 and the sixth £181. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 3rd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 25th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. WEATHERBYS has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 13 entries at £60. - Closed May 30th, 2024.

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

FIFTH RACE 8.25 - THE DOWNLOAD THE RACEDAY READY APP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4710 to the winning horse The second to receive £2210, the third £1104, the fourth £552 and the fifth £275. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 49-68 (also open to such horses rated 69 and 70; such horses rated 48 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £45 stake if the horse is rated 49 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 48 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 3rd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 25th, 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 a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 14 entries at £45. - Closed May 30th, 2024.

SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.

SIXTH RACE 9.00 - THE RIPON THEATRE FESTIVAL 2ND-7TH JULY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for three yrs old only, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 66 and 67; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 3rd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 25th, 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 19 entries at £35. - Closed May 30th, 2024.

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.

2024 FIXTURES

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