OFFICIALS & WELCOME
JAMES HUTCHINSON Managing Director
MEET THE TEAM LIZ BARKER Racecourse Administrator
STEWARDS
Chief Steward Robert McCarthy
Stewards’ Panel Chair Rosie Pearson
Philippa Hardy, Alan Dempsey, Lauren Thomson
STARTERS
Stuart Turner, Michael Sheridan JUDGE
Nicholas Hargreave
CLERK OF THE SCALES
Karl Curran
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
Cyril Johnstone, Alec Dent, Michelle Maughan
VETERINARY OFFICER
Mark Collins
VETERINARY SURGEONS
Kate King, Richard Sutcliffe
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr Jonathan Bulman, Dr Patrick Wynn, Prof Chris Harding
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Mark Ryan
COMMENTATOR
Malcolm Tomlinson
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 2:10pm The Dobsons Gaskets EBF Maiden Stakes (GBB Race)
SIXTH RACE 5:05pm The George Dunham 65th Birthday “Confined” Handicap Stakes 12 16 20 22 26 30 TRACKFACTS
SECOND RACE 2:45pm The Eileen Spindloe Memorial Restricted Novice Stakes (GBB Race)
THIRD RACE 3:20pm The Sky Bet Go-Racing-In-Yorkshire Summer Festival Handicap Stakes
FOURTH RACE 3:55pm The Ripon Bell-Ringer Handicap Stakes
FIFTH RACE 4:30pm The Sky Bet Supporting Matt Hampson Foundation Handicap Stakes
Good afternoon one and all and a very warm welcome to Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse for our Sky Bet Go Racing in Yorkshire Summer Festival meeting!
Over eight days the festival visits eight Yorkshire courses, highlighting the variety and quality of racing in the county. We have six races this afternoon with the feature race, the Ripon Bell-Ringer Handicap, at 3.55. Last year’s winner, Mr Curiosity, looks set to make a bold bid to defend his crown.
His stablemate, the aptly named Garden Oasis, notched his sixth win at the Garden Racecourse earlier this month and it will be interesting to see if he can move within one of Piper’s Note’s record of eight wins here when he contests the Sky Bet Supporting Matt Hampson Foundation Handicap at 4.30.
The Matt Hampson Foundation has been chosen by Graham Lee and his family as the partner charity of the Sky Bet Go Racing in Yorkshire Summer Festival. They will be collecting as you leave the racecourse today so please give anything you can for what is a great cause.
Looking ahead to August we have five meetings over a very busy three week period. The William Hill Great St Wilfrid meeting on Saturday 17th August is always a real highlight of the season and we’ll have lots of family entertainment on Family Olympics Day – which coincides with the Olympics closing ceremony – on Sunday 11th August and Bank Holiday Family Day on Monday 26th.
We hope you have a wonderful afternoon!
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 HOT ROLLS
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
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 (79 wins from 572 runners, 14%) runs KODENZA (2.45), CHATTY (3.20), MR CURIOSITY (3.55), FOUNTAIN CROSS and GARDEN OASIS (4.30), NORTHERN PRINCE (5.05).
R FAHEY (30 wins from 206 runners, 15%) runs UP THE JAZZ (3.20), MASTER ZOFFANY (4.30).
D O’MEARA (27 wins from 229 runners, 12%) runs ZIGGY’S TRITON (2.10), FLOWSTATE (2.45), MACHETE and IRON LION (3.55), BENNETOT (4.30).
W HAGGAS (19 wins from 55 runners, 35%) runs GULTARI (5.05).
P MIDGLEY (18 wins from 110 runners, 16%) runs GIS A SUB (5.05).
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
K R BURKE (10 wins from 61 runners, 16%) runs CASHLYN CAVALIER (2.10).
T EASTERBY (10 wins from 86 runners, 12%) runners listed above.
G BOUGHEY (9 wins from 37 runners, 24%) runs MR ALAN (3.55).
SIR M PRESCOTT (8 wins from 20 runners, 40%) runs SEA KING (3.55).
W HAGGAS (7 wins from 52 runners, 13%) runners listed above
FANCYTHAT
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT RIPON (2019-2024) WITH RIDES:
DAVID ALLAN (55 wins from 291 rides, 19%) rides KODENZA (2.45), CHATTY (3.20), MR CURIOSITY (3.55), GARDEN OASIS (4.30), NORTHERN PRINCE (5.05).
JOE FANNING (17 wins from 113 rides, 15%) rides BLUE POINT EXPRESS (2.10), LOYAL TOUCH (3.55), ON THE RIVER (4.30).
PAUL MULRENNAN (17 wins from 104 rides, 16%) rides WATCH BLUE POINT (2.10), FREEDOM DAY (3.20), L’ASTRONOME (3.55), CAVALLO PAZZO (4.30), HURSTWOOD (5.05).
JOCKEYS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
SHANE GRAY (6 wins from 20 rides, 30%) rides CASHLYN CAVALIER (2.10), SACREE FLEUR (2.45), MACHETE (3.55), LEZARDRIEUX (5.05).
OISIN ORR (6 wins from 39 rides, 15%) rides MISSION COMMAND (2.10), UP THE JAZZ (3.20), FOX JOURNEY (3.55), MASTER ZOFFANY (4.30), GULTARI (5.05).
DAVID ALLAN (6 wins from 34 rides, 18%) rides listed above
LUKE MORRIS (6 wins from 52 rides, 12%) rides SUSTAINED (2.45), PERFECTLY TIMED (3.20), SEA KING (3.55), EXCEL POWER (4.30), LOUELLA (5.05).
TOM EAVES (5 wins from 34 rides, 15%) rides DRIFTER (2.10), SHALADAR (3.20), THUNDER ROAR (4.30), CRACK THE KODE (5.05).
R FELL & S MURRAY won the 3.20 race in 2017 and 2019. The stable is represented by Cockalorum in the race today.
T EASTERBY won the 3.55 race in 2017, 2021 and 2023. The stable is represented by Mr Curiosity in the race today.
WEIGHTWATCHER
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 3.55 Lord Protector (won off 94 down 4lb to 90); 4.30 Scottish Summit (won off 88 down 3lb to 85); Master Zoffany (won off 84 down 4lb to 80); 5.05 Crack The Kode (won off 63 down 6lb to 57); Lezardrieux (won off 65 down 13lb to 52).
LONGEST TRAVELLERS
GOD BLESS AMERICA (2.45) trained by E J-Houghton, Blewbury, distance of 212 miles. PERFECTLY TIMED (3.20) & EXCEL POWER (4.30) trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, distance of 211 miles SUSTAINED (2.45) trained by D & C Kubler, Lambourn, distance of 211 miles MR ALAN (3.55) trained by G Boughey, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles MISSION COMMAND (2.10) trained by G Scott, WATCH BLUE POINT (2.10) trained by J Tate, SPACEAGE LOVE SONG (2.10) & PREPSCHOOL (3.20) trained by M Bell, SHADOW DANCE (3.55) trained by R Varian, SEA KING (3.55) trained by Sir M Prescott, all Newmarket, distance of 172 miles.
TODAY’S TIPS
RACE 1
MISSION COMMAND put his debut effort well behind him when making the frame over 6f at Doncaster and he could easily take another step forward. George Scott’s juvenile may only need to find normal progression in order to go one better. Fallen Soldiershowed more abilityon his second startwhen fifth at Chesterand could get into contention, while any market confidence behind Ziggy’s Triton should also be noted.
WIN: MISSION COMMAND
RACE 2
FALLEN SOLDIER
Sustained and Flowstate are both searching for their second victories in three starts, with slight preference for the latter after his second at Doncaster last week. However, they could both find it tough to give penalties away to SONDAD Michael & David Easterby’s three-year-old finished a close-up fourth at Doncaster last month and that level of form could be good enough to see him get off the mark.
WIN: SONDAD
RACE 3
Cockalorum, who claimed this prize back in 2019, produced another good effort to finish a close-up third off 1lb lower at York and this drop in trip won’t pose him any issues so he has to be respected However, he could come out second best to PREPSCHOOL, who wasn’t disgraced at Sandown earlier in the month and he might be the one to beat off the same mark. Last-time-out winner C&D winner Up The Jazz completes the shortlist. WIN: PREPSCHOOL
COCKALORUM
RACE 4
Sea King showed a likeable attitude when getting up close home to justify even-money favouritism over 1m5f atAyr, but this 4lb rise maybe tough to defy so a chance is taken on SHADOW DANCE. Roger Varian’s charge disappointed in the Duke Of Edinburgh at Royal Ascot, but the return to a slower surface could help to get him back on track. Fox Journey heads the remainder
WIN: SHADOW DANCE
RACE 5
DANGER: SEA KING
TITAN ROCK has struggled to land a blow on his last two outings, but John & Sean Quinn’s six-year-old lifted the Thirsk Hunt Cup off just a 1lb lower mark back in May and a return to that sort of form might make him difficult to beat. Thunder Roar was a disappointing favourite in that event, but he was in fine form prior and could easily bounce back. Garden Oasis shouldn’t be far away either
WIN: TITAN ROCK
RACE
6
DANGER: THUNDER ROAR
After being beaten just a neck over this trip at Thirsk earlier in the month, NORTHERN PRINCE looks primed to go one better, with just a 1lb rise in the ratings to negotiate. Hurstwood hasn’t been far away off this mark of late and he should make his presence felt once more, while GisASub is on a lowlyfigure that could be exploited.
WIN: NORTHERN PRINCE
DANGER: HURSTWOOD
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.
British Stallion Studs have contributed nearly £2MILLION to Flat and National Hunt prize money during 2024 via the British EBF.
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FIRST RACE 2.10
THE DOBSONS GASKETS EBF MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
for maiden two yrs old
Total prize fund £10000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
No Horse
1 CASHLYN CAVALIER (FR) (24)
B c Mehmas (IRE) - Iffraja (IRE)
RACE DESCRIPTION
This race is a five furlongs maiden stakes for two-year olds. Maiden races provide a starting point for young horses that are yet to record a victory and most will be very lightly-raced or be making their racecourse debuts. Previous experience can count for a lot when searching for the winner but well-bred or precocious juveniles are more than capable of landing the prize at the first time of asking.
Jockey: Shane Gray
Owner: Mrs Annette O’Callaghan Form: 5
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Breeder: T. de La Heronniere & Jedburgh Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW €110,000 Mehmas colt. Half-brother to several winners, including useful 6f winners Abama and Aasser. 5/1, well held in valuable Carlisle novice on debut, went prominent halfway but left behind. Wasn’t unbacked that day but the form isn’t great.
2 FALLEN SOLDIER (IRE) (7)
B g Soldier’s Call - Time Stands Still
9 7 (3)
Jockey: James Sullivan
Owner: Mr S Radymski & Soldiers Call Partners Form: 05
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
Breeder: M. Roe
Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, Evolve Business Finance Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Has looked green in a couple of 5f events in quick succession this month. Looks to be being brought along gradually and needs another run for a handicap mark. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
3 MISSION COMMAND (IRE) (9)
B g Acclamation - Point Reyes (IRE)
Jockey: Oisin Orr
Owner: Victorious Racing Form: 03
Trainer: George Scott, Newmarket
Sponsor: Oliver St Lawrence Bloodstock Limited
9 7 (5)
Breeder: Castletown Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Expensive Breeze-Up buy who improved from debut when third in 6f maiden at Doncaster (good to soft) last week, staying on. Not yet the finished article but drop back to this bare 5f isn’t likely to be in his favour Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
4
SPACEAGE LOVE SONG (IRE) (-)
B c Arizona (IRE) - Latina Reach (IRE)
Owner: Ontoawinner and Maria Lashley
Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket
9 7 (6)
Jockey: Pat Cosgrave
Form:
Breeder: Robert De Vere Hunt
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 28. €10,000 yearling, 42,000 gns 2-y-o, Arizona colt. Dam unraced. Newmarket raider for yard that does well here and can ready one. The betting could be informative
5 TEES AGGREGATES (IRE) (39)
B c Earthlight (IRE) - Club Prive (IRE)
Owner: Ingleby Bloodstock Limited
Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay
Sponsor: Adrian Nicholls Racing, Scott Bros Ltd
9 7 (7)
Jockey: Paddy Mathers
Form: 63
Breeder: Deer Forest Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown plenty in 5f/5.5f contests, tanking along at Wetherby last time. Hood goes on and has races in him.
6 WATCH BLUE POINT (IRE) (45)
B c Blue Point (IRE) - Lady’s Maid (USA)
Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah
Trainer: James Tate, Newmarket
9 7 (4)
Jockey: Paul Mulrennan
Form: 0
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-brother to 2-y-o 6f winner Royal Zabeel. 11/1, very green but showed up a bit better than the distance beaten over C&D 7 weeks ago. That experience won’t be lost on him and he’s capable of better
7 ZIGGY’S TRITON (IRE) (-)
B c Profitable (IRE) - Ahazeej (IRE)
Owner: Middleham Park Racing LIII
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing
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9 7 (8)
Jockey: David Nolan
Form:
Breeder: Rock Island Syndicate
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 16. €8,000 foal, £18,000 yearling, £58,000 2-y-o. Half-brother to 6f winner Soller Bay (by Iffraaj). Yard can ready one (had a first-time-out winner here last month) and the betting might be revealing. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
8 BLUE POINT EXPRESS (IRE) (26)
B f Blue Point (IRE) - Miss Fay (IRE)
Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
9 2 (10)
Jockey: Joe Fanning
Form: 56
Breeder: Mr & Mrs Reddy Coffey
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form at best in 2 races, folding tamely at Bath latest. Lots more needed.
9 DRIFTER (IRE) (91)
B f Soldier’s Call - Rachel Wall (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Anne Atkinson and Mr H D Atkinson
Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk
Sponsor: Tote
9 2 (2)
Jockey: Tom Eaves
Form: 0
Breeder: Knocklong House Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Always behind on debut at Thirsk (5f, heavy) in April. Unseated rider and withdrawn start there 18 May.
10 ROSE OF NEW JERSEY (GB) (23)
B f Advertise - Celestial Secret
9 2 (9)
Jockey: Rowan Scott
Owner: Mr Trevor Cook Form: 00
Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton
Sponsor: Gemma Tutty Racing
Breeder: Tony Nerses
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in 6f maidens at Redcar and Nottingham. Hard to fancy.
DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2023: TROPICAL ISLAND 2 9 2 Oisin Orr 7-4 (Richard Fahey) 7 ran
Hood worn first time by No 5.
Stewards Note:
WATCH BLUE POINT: Following its run on 5/6/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed. Betting Forecast:
4-1 Mission Command (IRE), 11-2 Fallen Soldier (IRE), Tees Aggregates (IRE), 7-1 Cashlyn Cavalier (FR), 8-1 Spaceage Love Song (IRE), Watch Blue Point (IRE), Blue Point Express (IRE), 10-1 Ziggy’s Triton (IRE), 12-1 Rose of New Jersey (GB), 14-1 Drifter (IRE)
There are races in TEES AGGREGATES and he could be worth chancing before the betting can offer clues for interesting pair Ziggy’s Triton and Spaceage Love Song.
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
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BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
PeterJeffrey of Dobson’s Gaskets will select the best turned out and present a trophy to the winning connections of this race
POSITION OF STALLS
5 Furlongs & 6 Furlongs - stands side
round Course - inside rail
1 Mile 4 Furlongs - Middle
SECOND RACE 2.45
THE EILEEN SPINDLOE MEMORIAL RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (GBB RACE)
for novice three, four and five 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 35)
1 SUSTAINED (IRE) (12)
B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Pearly Brooks
Owner: Diskovery XI
Trainer: Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn
Sponsor: Tote
RACEFORM
RACE DESCRIPTION
This contest is a 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
Jockey: Luke Morris
Form: 15
Breeder: Miss S. Tyrrell
TIMEFORM VIEW Value for extra when won 11-runner maiden (10/1) at Wolverhampton (7.1f) in June, leading final 50 yds after denied run in straight. Failed to improve upped in trip back there last time.
2 FLOWSTATE (IRE) (9) (2lb)
B g Bungle Inthejungle - Free Lance (IRE)
Owner: Mr P. Donovan
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Sponsor: Gain Equine Nutrition
3 9 9 (5)
Jockey: David Nolan
Form: 12 CD BF
Breeder: Lisieux Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Created a good impression when making a winning debut over C&D in June and ran to a similar level under a penalty when second at Doncaster (6f, good to soft) 9 days ago. From a useful family and may yet do better.
3 GOD BLESS AMERICA (GB) (11)
B g Due Diligence (USA) - Compton Poppy
Owner: Mr Paul Downing
Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury
Sponsor: Abm Catering Limited
75
3 9 4 (4)
Jockey: George Downing
Form: 222060
Breeder: Downing Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden who ran poorly when eighth of 10 in handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW) 11 days ago. Significantly down in trip. Blinkers on for 1st time.
4 KODENZA (IRE) (137)
B g Kodiac - Grecian Artisan (IRE)
3 9 4 (3)
Jockey: David Allan
Owner: Mr G Horsford & Partner Form: 3
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
Breeder: Owenstown Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW 40/1, offered something to work on when third of 5 in novice at Southwell (5f) on debut. Off 137 days Up in trip. Likely to improve
5 SONDAD (GB) (21) (2lb)
B g Washington DC (IRE) - Penny Garcia
3 9 2 (2)
Jockey: Joanna Mason
Owner: G Routledge Racing Form: 5-4
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Sponsor: Sondad Ltd
Breeder: Mr J. Bowers
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved on debut form after 9 months off when fourth of 12 in maiden at Doncaster (6f, good to firm, 5/1) 21 days ago. May do better still. Star RatingHHHHI O
6 SACREE FLEUR (IRE) (417)
B f Camacho - Eriniya (IRE)
Owner: James Finch and partner
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton
Sponsor: Herbs Unlimited
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3 8 13 (1)
Jockey: Shane Gray
Form: 0-
Breeder: Mr Tom Beary
TIMEFORM VIEW Camacho filly who showed only greenness on her debut at Redcar in May last year. Absent since. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2023: UNEQUAL LOVE 3 9 3 Adam Farragher 11-10 (William Haggas) 9 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 3.
Stewards Note: SUSTAINED: Following its run on 8/7/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too freely Betting Forecast: 6-4 Flowstate (IRE), 4-1 Sustained (IRE), Sondad (GB), 9-2 Kodenza (IRE), 15-2 God Bless America (GB), 25-1 Sacree Fleur (IRE)
FLOWSTATE is from a useful family and may yet not have shown all he can, so he’s taken to defy a penalty at the second attempt returned to the scene of his debut success. Sondad looks the main threat.
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BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
The family and friends of Eileen Spindloe will select the best turned out for this race and present a memento to winning connections.
RACEFORM STANDARD TIMES
Raceform Standard Times are the copyright of Raceform Ltd, publishers of the Official Form Book. They were compiled originally by taking an average of the tenfastest times recorded on good to firm going, with an adjustment for weight carried above or below 9 stone. They are revised annually.
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THIRD RACE 3.20
BET
FESTIVAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
for three yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £15000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £6095; Second £3048; Third £1524; Fourth £762; Fifth £381; Sixth £191. (Penalty Value £7731) SS
(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
1 COCKALORUM (IRE) (8)
B g Cape Cross (IRE) - Opinionated (IRE)
Owner: Nawton Racing Club
Trainer: Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton
Sponsor: OR8 Wellness
RACEFORM
TIME 2 mins 5.60 secs RECORD TIME 1 min 59.12 secs
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a one mile and one furlong handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 61 to 80 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 be rated as high as 130.
9 10 5 (4)
Jockey: Ben Sanderson (3)
Form: 0-65513 CD
Breeder: Jim Bradley
TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time C&D winner who added to his tally at Beverley in June and again ran well when third in 11-runner handicap at York (11.8f, good to soft) 8 days ago, having run of race. Likely to run well again.
2 DESERT EMPEROR (GB) (24)
B g Camelot - Praia (GER)
Owner: Mr S T Rainford & Mr L Westwood
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Sponsor: Connect For Land Ltd
7 10 3 (1)
Jockey: Joanna Mason
Form: 4562/-06
Breeder: Stiftung Gestuet Faehrhof
TIMEFORM VIEW 33/1, stepped up on comeback run when creditable sixth of 12 in handicap at Carlisle (11.2f, good to firm) 24 days ago. Not dismissed
3 SHALADAR (FR) (47)
B g Shalaa (IRE) - Ultradargent (FR)
Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd XLVII
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Sponsor: Hambleton Racing Ltd
5 10 2 (3)
Jockey: Tom Eaves
Form: 626-205
Breeder: Framont Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fifteen runs since last win in 2022. Respectable fifth of 10 in handicap at Ayr (8f, good, 15/2) 47 days ago, not ideally placed. Up in trip.
4 EY UP ITS THE BOSS (GB) (25)
Br g Pastoral Pursuits - Velvet Jaguar
Owner: Mrs M. Lingwood and Mr S. Bland
Trainer: Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton
5 9 12 (7)
Jockey: David Nolan
Form: 0-21350 CD
Breeder: Dr A. Gillespie
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in May but followed a below-par effort with an even worse
at Beverley last time. Bit to prove at present.
5 FREEDOM DAY (IRE) (19) 4 9 12 (5)
B g No Nay Never (USA) - Pioneer Spirit
Owner: SYPS (UK) Ltd
Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Sponsor: Mark Walford Racing
Jockey: Paul Mulrennan
Form: 10300-6
Breeder: Lady Bamford
TIMEFORM VIEW 40/1 and hooded for 1st time, possibly needed the run when sixth of 9 in handicap at Pontefract (8f, good) 19 days ago, not clear run. Up in trip
6 PERFECTLY TIMED (GB) (22)
B g Time Test - Fleabiscuit (IRE)
Owner: Hambleton Racing XLVI & Partner
Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Sponsor: Hambleton Racing Ltd
3 9 6 (8)
Jockey: Luke Morris
Form: 6120 BF
Breeder: Lucayan Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Kempton in February prior to an improved second at Brighton in May Shade disappointing sent handicapping in first-time cheekpieces at Newcastle last time but it’s
till early days and he’s worth another chance up in trip.
7 PREPSCHOOL (IRE) (14)
Gr g Camelot - Free To Roam (IRE)
Owner: The Heatherdonians 1
Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket
Sponsor: Michael Bell Racing
3 9 5 (6)
Jockey: Pat Cosgrave
Form: 4-43003 C
Breeder: Pitchford Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Creditable third of 8 in handicap at Sandown (10f, soft, 6/1) 14 days ago. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 78
8 UP THE JAZZ (IRE) (30)
B g Buratino (IRE) - Gwyllion (USA)
Owner: The Musley Bank Partnership & Partner
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Sponsor: Tote
3 8 13 (9)
Jockey: Oisin Orr
Form: 20-3021 CD
Breeder: Lynn Lodge Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Doubled his tally taking on his elders for the first time in 7-runner handicap at this C&D (good) 30 days ago, always holding on. Should remain competitive Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 72
9 CHATTY (GB) (9)
Gr g Ulysses (IRE) - Hula Girl
Owner: Mr B Valentine & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: M.A.V. Wallcoverings Ltd
3 8 10 (2)
Jockey: David Allan
Form: 30-5322 BF
Breeder: Merton Place Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable second of 5 in handicap (2/1) at Doncaster (8f, good to soft) 9 days ago. Up in trip. Cheekpieces on for 1st time. Can give another good account Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 69
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
2023: BALTIC VOYAGE 3 9 9 Ben Curtis 16-5 (Ralph Beckett) 8 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 9. Hood worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 6. Betting Forecast: 10/3 Up The Jazz (IRE), 4/1 Cockalorum (IRE), 4/1 Chatty, 6/1 Prepschool (IRE), 15/2 Shaladar (FR), 8/1 Ey Up Its The Boss, 10/1 Perfectly Timed, 16/1 Desert Emperor, 20/1 Freedom Day (IRE)
PERFECTLY TIMED was undoubtedly a shade disappointing in first-time cheekpieces at Newcastle last time, but it remains early days and, with his previous second in a Brighton novice suggesting he’s on a good mark, he’s well worth another chance upped to a trip that’s likely to suit. Up The Jazz and Chatty head up the opposition.
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FOURTH RACE 3.55
THE RIPON BELL-RINGER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)
for three yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £50000
ONE MILE ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (12f abt 10yds)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £20315; Second £10160; Third £5080; Fourth £2540; Fifth £1270; Sixth £635. (Penalty Value £25770) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
1 L’ASTRONOME (GB) (72)
Ch g Frankel - Tymora (USA)
Owner: Al Asayl Bloodstock Ltd
Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas
RACEFORM
TIME 2 mins 39.30 secs
mins 31.40 secs
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a one mile and four furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 86 to 105 To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have run at least three times in a Flat race in Britain, or have run in no more than two Flat races run in Britain and won at least one of them. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap. In simple terms a horse rated 75 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 70.
5 10 2 (9)
Jockey: Paul Mulrennan
Form: 1636-06
Breeder: Al Asayl France
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart performer in France but proving hard to place, not least because he seems some way removed from his best at the minute, well beaten in the Ormonde Stakes at Chester (13.4f, good, 40/1) 72 days ago. Back in a handicap but risky
2 SEA KING (GB) (12)
Br g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Pamona (IRE)
Owner: Mr Neil Boyden
Trainer: Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket
Sponsor: Ajn Steelstock Ltd
5 10 1 (5)
Jockey: Luke Morris
Form: 104-101 CD
Breeder: Highclere Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning reappearance in C&D handicap in the mud and having found the Duke of Edinburgh too much he scored again at Ayr (13f) in first-time blinkers recently Career-high mark but respected.
3 FOX JOURNEY (GB) (8)
Gr c Roaring Lion (USA) - Follow A Star (IRE)
Owner: King Power Racing Co Ltd
Trainer: Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket
Sponsor: King Power International Co Ltd, King Power Racing Co Ltd
RatingHHHII Official
4 10 0 (7)
Jockey: Oisin Orr
Form: 334-100 D
Breeder: Highbank Stud LLP
TIMEFORM VIEW Well ridden when running out a comfortable winner from the front at Newmarket over this trip on return in May. Well held in stronger races since but this is easier and he could go well if
4 MR ALAN (GB) (7)
Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Interlace
lead.
5 9 13 (10)
Jockey: Pat Cosgrave
Owner: Amo Racing Limited Form: 6120-40
Trainer: George Boughey, Newmarket
Sponsor: Sports Invest UK Ltd
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Nottingham winner in a light 2023 campaign. Has shaped as if in better form than the bare result might suggest in 2 runs this year and of interest, more so if rain comes.
5 SHADOW DANCE (GB) (29)
Gr g Almanzor (FR) - Skyline Dancer
4 9 9 (4)
Jockey: Jack Mitchell
Owner: Newsells Park Stud - Waldmark Syndicate Form: 23412-0 D
Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket
Sponsor: Newsells Park Stud Limited
Breeder: Newsells Park Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Made good strides in first season, impressing when successful at Haydock (11.6f) in September Smashing second in Old Rowley Cup at Newmarket over this trip on final start and looked rusty on return at Royal Ascot having been gelded. This is easier and bold bid coming. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 93
6 LOYAL TOUCH (IRE) (7)
B g No Nay Never (USA) - Devoted To You (IRE)
4 9 7 (2)
Jockey: Joe Fanning
Owner: TW Racing Form: 020150
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
Breeder: Barronstown Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Steadily progressive this year and scored on turf for just the second time at Chester last month. Shaped as if still in good form in last week’s John Smith’s Cup at York with a late rattle past a few and this longer trip should suit on breeding.
7 IRON LION (GB) (28)
Gr g Roaring Lion (USA) - Stream Song
4 9 7 (3)
Jockey: David Nolan
Owner: Elwick Stud Form: 0-31615 D BF
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Sponsor: Elwick Stud
Breeder: Elwick Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Back on the up when scoring at Haydock in June over this trip and backed it up with a creditable fifth at Ayr last time. Probably high enough in the weights now but would be interesting with more cut in the ground. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 91
8
MR CURIOSITY (GB) (301)
B g Frankel - Our Obsession (IRE)
Owner: The Wolf Pack 2 and Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
7 9 6 (6)
Jockey: David Allan
Form: 315466- CD
Breeder: Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Took this on his third run back last year and held his form a
great but local yard targets this race and no surprise to see a prominent showing.
9
LORD PROTECTOR (GER) (21)
B or Br g Pastorius (GER) - Lady Jacamira (GER)
Owner: The Beer Stalkers & Ruth Carr
Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington
Sponsor: William Hill
6 9 6 (1)
Jockey: James Sullivan
Form: 0-00220
Breeder: Gestut Karlshof
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor in a useful Newcastle handicap last time but good efforts before
last season for Ralph Beckett Stamina doubts.
10 MACHETE (FR) (7)
B g Myboycharlie (IRE) - Maid To Believe
Owner: Gallop Racing & Mr Gary Downes
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Sponsor: Burn Fencing Ltd
5 9 4 (8)
Jockey: Shane Gray
Form: 40-4000
Breeder: Mr Rashit Shaykhutdinov-Viraz
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped well on debut for this yard when fourth in the Zetland Gold Cup at Redcar in May although yet to build on that. Well treated on pick of his French form and just the sort David O’Meara will find the key to at some point.
DECLARED RUNNERS 10
2023: MR CURIOSITY 6 9 6 James Sullivan 6-1 (Tim Easterby) 7 ran
Blinkers worn by No 2. Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4.
Stewards Note:
SHADOW DANCE: Following its run on 21/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going. Betting Forecast: 5/2 Sea King, 11/2 Iron Lion, 6/1 Fox Journey, 6/1 Shadow Dance, 7/1 Mr Alan, 8/1 Loyal Touch (IRE), 12/1 Mr Curiosity, 14/1 Machete (FR), 20/1 Lord Protector (GER), 20/1 L’astronome
SHADOW DANCE looked rusty on his comeback at Royal Ascot and has to be worth another chance given the fine progress he made in 2023. Last year’s winner Mr Curiosity is a player for his local trainer who targets this handicap. Fox Journey and C&D winner Sea King are other contenders from Newmarket to note.
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FIFTH RACE 4.30
HAMPSON FOUNDATION 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 35)
1 BENNETOT (IRE) (19)
B g Ectot - Al Hayyah (IRE)
Owner: Mr J. C. G. Chua
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Sponsor: Chuanglee Cash & Carry Ltd
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 66 to 85 Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 6lb.
Jockey: David Nolan
Form: 200-003
Breeder: Al Shaqab Racing
(5)
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful performer in France and seems to be gradually working his way back to some sort of form, third of 9 in handicap at Pontefract (8f, good, 22/1) 19 days ago with On The River in behind. One to consider
2 EXCEL POWER (IRE) (33)
B g Slade Power (IRE) - Rhythm Excel
6 9 10 (7)
Jockey: Luke Morris
Owner: Mr Salem Rashid Bin Ghadayer Form: 52-0004 D
Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2022. Fourth of 8 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, good to firm, 16/1) 33 days ago. No show in 2 previous runs here.
3 SCOTTISH SUMMIT (IRE) (205)
B g Shamardal (USA) - Scottish Stage (IRE)
Owner: Mr G. A. Harker
Trainer: Geoffrey Harker, Thirsk
11 9 9 (8)
Jockey: Rowan Scott
Form: 606064- D
Breeder: Ballymacoll Stud Farm Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who won at Thirsk in 2023. Solid record here but might need this.
4
TITAN ROCK (GB) (13)
B g Belardo (IRE) - Frabjous
Owner: Mr Ross Harmon & Partner
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd
6 9 7 (10)
Jockey: James Sullivan
Form: 300100 D
Breeder: Maywood Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Took the Thirsk Hunt Cup in a first-time hood in May under this rider (good record under him) but hasn’t beaten another rival in 2 runs since. Down in class.
Rating
5 THUNDER ROAR (GB) (77)
Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Dominike (ITY)
Owner: Mr D F L Bishop & Partner
Trainer: Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton
5 9 7 (9)
Jockey: Tom Eaves
Form: 11-3230 BF
Breeder: Brookside Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at York and Doncaster in October In good form before a poor run behind Titan Rock in the Thirsk Hunt Cup 77 days ago. Might need some rain.
6 CAVALLO PAZZO (IRE) (258)
B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Monaleen (IRE)
Owner: Mr D. F. Bourke
Trainer: Daragh Bourke, Lockerbie
RatingHHHII Official
5 9 6 (12)
Jockey: Paul Mulrennan
Form: 202100-
Breeder: Michael Morrissey
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair 7f winner in Ireland but he needs to hit the ground running for his new handler. Interesting to see any market support.
7 PUMALIN PARK (IRE) (16)
B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Galileano (IRE)
Owner: Mr Robert Ng
Trainer: Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket
4 9 6 (2)
Jockey: Jack Mitchell
Form: 35-5012 D
Breeder: Mr Robert Ng
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 7f Salisbury handicap last month and good second back over this trip at Kempton since, seeing things out well. Up another 2 lb but fairly lightly raced for top Newmarket stable and can figure again. Star RatingHHHII Official
Rating 82
8 MASTER ZOFFANY (IRE) (15)
B g Zoffany (IRE) - Dufoof (IRE)
Owner: Let’s Go Racing 2
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Sponsor: Racing People
Jockey: Oisin Orr
6 9 4 (4)
Form: 000000 CD
Breeder: Roundhill Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Newcastle in December but continues to fall in the weights without showing any sign of taking advantage. Did win on his only other previous visit here.
9 DAWN OF LIBERATION (IRE) (13)
B g Churchill (IRE) - Danetime Out (IRE)
Owner: RJH Ltd and Facts & Figures
Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington
Sponsor: William Hill
5 9 4 (11)
Jockey: Joanna Mason
Form: 240605 D
Breeder: Bec Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Not won for over 2 years and while he’s slipped plenty in the weights he seems to be going through the motions at present. Down in class.
10 ON THE RIVER (GB) (19)
B g Heeraat (IRE) - Lady Lekki (IRE)
Owner: Mr W. A. Bethell
Trainer: Harriet Bethell, Arnold
Sponsor: Beverley Racecourse
5 9 4 (6)
Jockey: Joe Fanning
Form: 512004 D
Breeder: Daniel Shapiro
TIMEFORM VIEW Good record at Pontefract and better when fourth there last time but continues to hinder himself by refusing to settle.
11 GARDEN OASIS (GB) (12)
B g Excelebration (IRE) - Queen Arabella
Owner: Mr T. A. Scothern & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Electrical Discount UK
9 9 0 (1)
Jockey: David Allan
Form: 431321 CD
Breeder: Meon Valley Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Nine-year-old but in fine form and becoming a Ripon specialist, landing a gamble as he registered a sixth win in C&D handicap a fortnight ago, making all in game fashion. Tougher to dominate these but still fairly treated on his peak efforts and got to be on the shortlist. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 76
12 FOUNTAIN CROSS (GB) (14)
B g Muhaarar - Infamous Angel
Owner: Ryedale Partners No 8
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
6 8 8 (3)
Jockey: Paddy Mathers
Form: 0000/-00
Breeder: Glebe Farm Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicapper off 20 months prior to return this season and might have needed his 2 runs back for new yard Very well treated if he can recapture his best. Star RatingHHHII O
DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2023: ANOTHER BATT (IRE) 8 9 4 Ben Curtis 11-1 (David & Nicola Barron) 12 ran Hood worn by No 4. Blinkers worn by No 11. Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 9. Betting Forecast: 9-2 Thunder Roar (GB), 11-2 Pumalin Park (IRE), Garden Oasis (GB), 7-1 On The River (GB), 8-1 Bennetot (IRE), Titan Rock (GB), Dawn of Liberation (IRE), 10-1 Cavallo Pazzo (IRE), 12-1 Excel Power (IRE), 16-1 Scottish Summit (IRE), Master Zoffany (IRE), 50-1 Fountain Cross (GB)
BENNETOT could be coming to the boil and gets the vote in a wide-open handicap. Garden Oasis is becoming a Ripon specialist and is hard to get away from, while Sir Michael Stoute’s Pumalin Park is progressing nicely and has to be considered.
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SIXTH RACE 5.05
THE GEORGE
DUNHAM
65TH BIRTHDAY “CONFINED” HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (for horses which have not won a race in 2024)
for three yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £10000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (PenaltyValue £5234) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
1 GIS A SUB (IRE) (19)
B g Acclamation - Monclaire (GER)
Owner: Chris Priestley & ged shields
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow
Sponsor: J Priestley Transport Ltd
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 and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 60 that have not won more than two races. 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.
5 9 9 (1)
Jockey: Aiden Brookes (3)
Form: 000665 D
Breeder: Kildaragh Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Just 1 win to his name but shaping up well, catching the eye here and at Pontefract last time, ending up a bit further back than ideal after early trouble. Big player if getting more luck back over 6f.
2 SHARK TWO ONE (GB) (10)
B g Adaay (IRE) - Touching (IRE)
Owner: Mayflower Racing Club
Trainer: Jessica Macey, Doncaster
6 9 7 (10)
Jockey: Laura Pearson
Form: 023445 D
Breeder: Killashee House Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner over 7f last autumn and fair runs of late Gone well here in the past.
3 VANITY PAYS (GB) (34)
B f Kodiac - Mystic Jade
Owner: Mrs Sarah Bryan
Trainer: Declan Carroll, Malton
Sponsor: Tote
RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating
3 9 6 (11)
Jockey: David Nolan
Form: 5-00444
Breeder: D. R. Tucker
TIMEFORM VIEW Yet to win but bounced back to form on first outing since leaving Alice Haynes when fourth at Doncaster (6f) last time and well treated on her early 2-y-o form. One to consider.
Rating
4 HURSTWOOD (GB) (30)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Haigh Hall
7 9 6 (13)
Jockey: Paul Mulrennan
Owner: Hard Held Partnership and Angus Racing Form: 02-0025 CD
Trainer: Peter Niven, Malton
Sponsor: P D Niven Racing Ltd
Breeder: Highfield Farm LLP
TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time C&D winner back in good form here, chasing home thriving sort, then not seen to best effect last month (no room to open up). Mulrennan back up from apprentice and leading claims.
5 SPEAR FIR (GB) (9)
B m Spill The Beans (AUS) - Tumblewind
5 9 3 (12)
Jockey: Ben Sanderson (3)
Owner: Mr John Clayton Form: 2420/0-0
Trainer: Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft
Breeder: Hellwood Stud Farm
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed fair form in 2022 but seen only twice since, off
at Doncaster recently
6
GULTARI (GB) (28)
B f Oasis Dream - Diala (IRE)
Owner: Abdulla Al Khalifa
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
Jockey: Oisin Orr
Form: 006-53
3 9 3 (2)
Breeder: Sheikh Abdulla bin Isa Al-Khalifa
TIMEFORM VIEW Bit better when third in 3-y-o 6f handicap at Redcar that has thrown up winners and she could have a low-grade race in her herself for top yard
7
CASSANOS LAD (GB) (12)
B g Massaat (IRE) - Elfine (IRE)
Owner: Mr K J McCourt Racing
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Sponsor: Stittenham Farms
3 9 2 (4)
Jockey: Joanna Mason
Form: 563605
Breeder: Mr Derek J. Willis
TIMEFORM VIEW Took a step back in the right direction despite racing freely when fifth in 3-y-o C&D handicap last time. One to note dropped another 2 lb.
Rating
8
LEZARDRIEUX (GB) (14)
B g Due Diligence (USA) - M’Selle (IRE)
Owner: Allerton Racing & G Tuer
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton
Sponsor: Herbs Unlimited
7 9 2 (6)
Jockey: Shane Gray
Form: 00-0060 D
Breeder: D. R. Tucker
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored twice over 6f last term but has struggled so far this year. Career-low mark and tried in headgear on his 60th start.
9 CRACK THE KODE (IRE) (19)
B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Speed Skater
Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd XLVII
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Sponsor: Hambleton Racing Ltd
3 9 2 (5)
Jockey: Tom Eaves
Form: 1-50660 D
Breeder: Rathbarry Stud & Lameck Mack
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner at Catterick last year but just respectable efforts at best this term. Back down in class.
10 LOUELLA (IRE) (12)
B f Invincible Army (IRE) - All On Red (IRE)
3 9 0 (8)
Jockey: Luke Morris
Owner: Mr David Swales Form: 662040
Trainer: Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton
Sponsor: OR8 Wellness, Tote
Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended her brief run of good form with a laboured effort here last time. Had gone well over C&D in May and 2 lb drop will help her cause.
11 FLAVIUS TITUS (GB) (5)
Ch g Lethal Force (IRE) - Furbelow
Owner: Mr Foster & Partner
Trainer: Danny Brooke, Middleham
Sponsor: S. C. Poster Farming, Danny Brooke Racing
9 8 13 (7)
Jockey: Rowan Scott
Form: 505-300 CD
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Hard work these days although he usually goes well here and shouldn’t be discarded.
12 NORTHERN PRINCE (GB) (17)
B g Ardad (IRE) - Gran Canaria Queen
Owner: S Bulmer, P Hebdon & R Taylor
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
3 8 9 (3)
Jockey: David Allan
Form: 00-5042
Breeder: Habton Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW In good form in Thirsk handicaps, well backed and going down narrowly taking on his elders for the first time upped to 6f a fortnight ago. Big shout with a repeat in first-time cheekpieces.
13 MISSMIMI (GB) (43)
B f Equiano (FR) - Bendis (GER)
Owner: Mr H. L. Thompson
Trainer: Tina Jackson, Loftus
Sponsor: S. M. Thompson Ltd
4 8 9 (9)
Jockey: James Sullivan
Form: 06-0664
Breeder: Jeddah Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden who kept on late in 6f Thirsk handicap last month. More needed if she’s to get off the mark.
DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2023: THORNABY PEARL 5 9 12 Barry McHugh 13-8 (Adrian Nicholls) 7 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 12. Hood worn by No 6. Blinkers worn by No 2, 11. Visor worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 9.
Stewards Note: GIS A SUB: Following its run on 1/7/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference HURSTWOOD: Following its run on 20/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on. LEZARDRIEUX: Following its run on 6/7/2024 it was reported that the horse never travelled. Betting Forecast:
9-2 Northern Prince (GB), 6-1 Hurstwood (GB), 13-2 Gis A Sub (IRE), Gultari (GB), 8-1 Shark Two One (GB), 10-1 Vanity Pays (GB), 12-1 Cassanos Lad (GB), Crack The Kode (IRE), Louella (IRE), 14-1 Spear Fir (GB), Flavius Titus (GB), Missmimi (GB), 20-1 Lezardrieux (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
HURSTWOOD is shaping up nicely and gets the nod to notch a fourth C&D success, with Paul Mulrennan back on board. Northern Prince, in first-time cheekpieces, has a big shout if in the same sort of form that saw him go close at Thirsk. Gis A Sub and Flavius Titus are a couple of others to consider
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
George Dunham will select the best turned out for this race and present a memento to winning connections.
PLACES
RACE CONDITIONS
FIRST RACE 2.10 - THE DOBSONS GASKETS EBF MAIDEN 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 maiden two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, July 15th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 18th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb. E. DOBSON (GASKETS) LIMITED has generously supported this race and will present a memento to the winning owner THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race 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 £50. - Closed July 15th, 2024.
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
SECOND RACE 2.45 - THE EILEEN SPINDLOE MEMORIAL RESTRICTED NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands 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 C and D. Enter by noon, July 15th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 18th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb 4-y-o and 5-y-o colts and geldings 9st 9lb; fillies 9st 4lb Penalties, for each race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative). THE family of Eileen Spindloe will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 8 entries at £50. - Closed July 15th, 2024.
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
THIRD RACE 3.20 - THE SKY BET GO-RACING-IN-YORKSHIRE SUMMER FESTIVAL HANDICAP
STAKES
(CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7731 to the winning horse The second to receive £3625, the third £1813, the fourth £906, the fifth £453 and the sixth £226. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 18th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 7lb Penalties, after July 13th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. SKY BET has generously supported this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a £50 cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 21 entries at £75. - Closed July 15th, 2024.
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
FOURTH RACE 3.55 - THE RIPON BELL-RINGER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £25770 to the winning horse The second to receive £12085, the third £6045, the fourth £3020, the fifth £1510 and the sixth £755. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £200 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £40 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £160 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 18th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 5lb Penalties, after July 13th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The Ripon Racecourse Executive will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race 15 entries at £200. - Closed July 15th, 2024. SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
FIFTH RACE 4.30 - THE SKY BET SUPPORTING MATT HAMPSON FOUNDATION 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 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 18th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 13th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. SKYBET 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. 19 entries, 1 at £15 and 18 at £75. - Closed July 15th, 2024.
SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
SIXTH RACE 5.05 - THE GEORGE DUNHAM 65TH BIRTHDAY “CONFINED” HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (for horses which have not won a race in 2024) 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 and upwards, Rated 46-60 which have not won a race in 2024 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £46 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £37 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 18th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 3-y-o 9st 4lb. George Dunham and family will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 29 entries, 2 at £9 and 27 at £46. - Closed July 15th, 2024.
SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.
2024 FIXTURES
Monday
Sunday 11th August
Saturday 17th August
Monday
Tuesday 27th August
Saturday 28th September
