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LIZ
STEWARDS
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Karl Curran
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
Joe O’Gorman, David Cook, Graham Gray
VETERINARY OFFICER
Nigel Haizelden
VETERINARY SURGEONS
Matt Butterell & Richard Sutcliffe
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Paul Hays
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Gareth Topham
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CHAIRMAN
Andrew Wells
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PATRONS
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TODAY’S RACING
FIRST RACE 2:10pm The Dine&Stay At The Old Deanery Ripon Apprentice Handicap Stakes
SECOND RACE 2:45pm The Karl Budge 60th Birthday EBF Novice Stakes (GBB Race)
THIRD RACE 3:20pm The Paula Budge Surprise Birthday Nursery Handicap Stakes
FOURTH RACE 3:55pm The ripon-races.co.uk Book Now For Saturday 17TH August Handicap Stakes
FIFTH RACE 4:30pm The David Chapman Memorial Handicap Stakes
SIXTH RACE 5:05pm The GBR Ownership Day Monday 26th August Novice Stakes
SEVENTH RACE 5:10pm The Ted Myers 90 On 29th August Handicap Stakes
Good afternoon Ladies and Gentlemen and a warm welcome to Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse for Gold Medal Family Day!
We have some interesting action on the track this afternoon and we’re delighted to stage the thirteenth running of the David Chapman Memorial at 4.10. David was an excellent trainer, especially renowned for his talent for training sprinters such as Chaplins Club, Quito and Soba, who won a remarkable 11 races back in 1982 including the Great St Wilfrid here. David’s Granddaughter, Ruth Carr, has managed to win the race on a couple of occasions and we wish her and the whole family the best of luck as she bids to do so again with Spanish Angel today.
Happy birthday also to Karl and Paula Budge and to Ted Myers who celebrate their birthdays with sponsored races this afternoon. We hope you have a great day with lots of birthday luck
We have plenty of activities for youngsters in the Course Enclosure this afternoon with inflatable athletics, crafts, Punch and Judy and much more. Get involved by getting five stamps on the activity card to win a gold medal and the chance to win tickets to Lightwater Valley.
Next up for us is our biggest meeting of the season, featuring the William Hill Great St Wilfrid Handicap, next Saturday 17th August. We hope to see many of you back with us for that one.
Wishing you 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
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CHAMPAGNE & SEAFOOD BAR
SILKS & SADDLES BAR
OWNERS & TRAINERS
FOUNTAINS SELF SERVICE
JIM JOEL BAR
THEAKSTONS TERRACE BAR
WAKEMAN BUFFET
COURSE BUFFET
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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
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TRACKFACTS
A right-handed oval track, one mile five furlongs in extent, which joins the straight course five furlongs from the finish. The undulations in the straight do not favour big galloping types.
TOP COURSE TRAINERS
TOP COURSE TRAINERS
LEADING TRAINERS AT RIPON (2019-2024)
WITH RUNNERS:
T EASTERBY (76 wins from 567 runners, 13%) runs MOUNT KING and LITTLE TED (2.10), MARRY THE NIGHT and STIRRUP CUP (3.10), ISHE WORTH AGAMBLE (4.10), EVELYN’S PHOENIX (5.10).
R FAHEY (29 wins from 199 runners, 15%) runs MEARALL (2.40), LESLEY’S BOY (3.10).
D O’MEARA (27 wins from 229 runners, 12%) runs WE DARE TO DREAM (2.40), STAR DELTA (5.10).
W HAGGAS (19 wins from 54 runners, 35%) runs ART DESIGN (3.10), COOL LEGEND (3.40), BURSINEL (4.40), SEA LA VENUS (5.10).
P MIDGLEY (19 wins from 112 runners, 17%) runs LATIN FIVE (4.10).
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
W HAGGAS (16 wins from 38 runners, 42%) runners listed above
N TINKLER (6 wins from 31 runners, 19%) runs PATRONAGE (5.10).
D O’MEARA (6 wins from 56 runners, 11%) runners listed above.
R FAHEY (5 wins from 71 runners, 7%) runners listed above
C JOHNSTON (5 wins from 75 runners, 7%) runs WINTER LIFE (3.40).
FANCYTHAT
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT RIPON (2019-2024) WITH RIDES:
DAVID ALLAN (55 wins from 296 rides, 19%) rides MISS HATHAWAY (2.30), KODENZA (3.00), BAY BREEZE (4.00), POET’S DAWN (4.30), EVELYN’S PHOENIX (5.00).
DANIEL TUDHOPE (25 wins from 104 rides, 24%) rides AUNTIE JO (2.30), JENNI (3.30), ROGUE STATE (5.00).
JOE FANNING (18 wins from 112 rides, 16%) rides SECRET WORLD (4.30).
JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
TOM MARQUAND (14 wins from 61 rides, 23%) rides ART DESIGN (3.10), COOL LEGEND (3.40), BURSINEL (4.40), SEA LA VENUS (5.10).
CALLUM RODRIGUEZ (9 wins from 32 rides, 28%) rides listed above.
DAVID NOLAN (5 wins from 38 rides, 13%) rides listed above.
ROWAN SCOTT (5 wins from 24 rides, 21%) rides PATRONAGE (5.10).
KIERAN O’NEILL (4 wins from 30 rides, 13%) rides FOCUS ON ZAAM (2.40), DARK THUNDERSTORM (3.10).
T EASTERBY won the 2.10 race in 2022 and 2023. The stable is represented by Little Ted and Mount King in the race today.
WEIGHTWATCHER
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years:
2.10 Rievaulx Raver (won off 69 down 8lb to 61); 4.10 Gunnerside (won off 59 down 3lb to 56); Hurstwood (won off 58 down 3lb to 55).
LONGEST TRAVELLERS
ST PANCRAS (3.40) trained by M Meade, Manton, 237 miles HUXLEY (3.40) & VERSATILE (4.40) trained by M Attwater, Epsom, 237 miles SONIC BLUE (3.10) trained by T Dascombe, Lambourn, 211 miles. DARK THUNDERSTORM (3.10) trained by A Haynes, Newmarket, 172 miles. PINBALL WIZARD (2.10) trained by J Owen, Newmarket, 172 miles. ART DESIGN (3.10), COOL LEGEND (3.40), BURSINEL (4.40), SEA LA VENUS (5.10) trained by W Haggas, Newmarket, 172 miles POP NOODLE (5.10) trained by D M Loughnane, Kidderminster, 165 miles
TODAY’S TIPS
RACE
1
Awinner and a head second over C&D already this season, MAKALU should appreciate a return to the Yorkshire track and a mark of 62 still looks manageable for Ruth Carr’s charge. Bowood could have plenty more improvement forthcoming after getting off the mark in determined fashion at Doncaster for new connections, while Little Ted and Pinball Wizard are capable of being in the shake-up as well.
WIN: MAKALU
RACE 2
DANGER: BOWOOD
WE DARE TO DREAM didn’t do himself any favours when slowly away on debut at Ayr last month, but the way he finished his race to grab second was highly encouraging and, with improvement expected, he can go one better now. Ann Terry may have disappointed when well fancied on her most recent outing at Thirsk, but she is better judged on her debut third at Ayr, while Mearall looks to be the pick of the newcomers for a stable that knows how to ready one first time out.
WIN: WE DARE TO DREAM DANGER: ANN TERRY
RACE
3
This can go the way of LESLEY’S BOY, who has had a small break since scoring comfortably over shorter at Wetherby in June and a mark of 77 could prove lenient on his handicap debut. The son of Kodi Bear gets the vote ahead of Catterick maiden scorer Easy Peeler and Art Design, who ran well despite being carried left early on at Newmarket on herhandicap bow. Sonic Blue hasyet to rediscoverthe form ofhis debut success at Doncaster but cannot be ruled out either
WIN: LESLEY’S BOY
RACE 4
DANGER: EASY PEELER
COOL LEGEND got no luck in running at Newbury most recently and his fourth-placed finish doesn’t do him justice given the way he ran on near the finish. Left unchanged in the handicap and with cheekpieces added, the William Haggas-trained gelding has a solid chance of making amends for his supporters. St Pancras is feared most off just 4lb higher than for his Pontefract success last month, although Monsieur Melee also warrants consideration, especially if there is any easing in the ground.
WIN: COOL LEGEND
RACE 5
DANGER: ST PANCRAS
A high draw has been beneficial in many sprints at this venue during the current campaign and HURSTWOOD may be the latest to capitalise from that. Only one of the selection’s eight previous career wins has come over the minimum trip. However, he counters that by being a three-time winner here over 6f and his proven course specialism earns him the vote. Gunnerside appears to be the chief danger, although Latin Five is another with valid credentials.
WIN: HURSTWOOD
RACE
6
DANGER: GUNNERSIDE
Degale outran his gigantic odds to finish third at Thirsk last time, so he has to be taken seriously on only his third start. However, BURSINEL looks the way to go William Haggas’ charge finished fourth in first-time blinkers at Windsor on his return from a 140-day break last month and he sets the standard in this contest with a rating of 77. If running to anywhere near that level, the son of Fastnet Rock could prove hard to beat Versatile is another to note.
WIN: BURSINEL DANGER: DEGALE
RACE
7
WIN: JEZ
JEZ BOMB struck by half a length in this grade over 1m1f at Redcar last month and is only3lb higherforthatvictory Sam England’s three-year-old should have no issueswith this extra furlong and he can go in again. Evelyn’s Phoenix has been in consistent form since moving into handicap company and he should remain competitive once again, while Sea La Venus isn’t out of it either dropping in trip.
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.
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FIRST RACE 2.10
THE DINE&STAY AT THE OLD DEANERY
APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £10000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) A SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
1 BOWOOD (GB) (17)
B g Siyouni (FR) - Pretty Paper (IRE)
Owner: Making Headway Racing & Star Racing
Trainer: Ivan Furtado, Wiseton
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 46-65. In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far. The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than 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: Elle-May Croot (5)
Form: 060401 D
Breeder: Papillon Stables Sarl
TIMEFORM VIEW First run since leaving Katie Scott when getting off the mark in 14-runner handicap at Doncaster (8f, good to firm) 17 days ago. Another bold showing is on the cards at these weights.
2 PINBALL WIZARD (IRE) (12)
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Alsalwa (IRE)
6 9 13 (10)
Jockey: Sean Dylan Bowen
Owner: Mr John Nallen Form: 432454 D
Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket
Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW 10/3, first run since leaving John Nallen when fourth of 6 in handicap at Yarmouth (10.1f, good to firm) 12 days ago, finding little. Back down in trip and not ruled out with visor on for 1st time.
3 MOUNT KING (IRE) (20)
Ch g National Defense - Christmas Joy (IRE)
Owner: Ryedale Partners No1
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
4 9 12 (8)
Jockey: Amie Waugh (3)
Form: 040043 D
Breeder: Sun Bloodstock SARL
TIMEFORM VIEW 8/1, creditable third of 9 in handicap at Beverley (9.9f, good to firm) 20 days ago. Can
a good account.
4 STYLE OF LIFE (IRE) (23)
B f New Bay - Caterina di Cesi
Owner: Rise One Racing - Style of Life
Trainer: Harriet Bethell, Arnold
Sponsor: Beverley Racecourse
4 9 11 (9)
Jockey: Ethan Jones (5)
Form: 02101-0 D
Breeder: Knocklong House Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Tongue strap on for 1st time/first run since leaving Jamie Osborne when last of 7 in handicap at Pontefract (8f, good, 7/2) 23 days ago. Needs a couple of these to falter
5 MAKALU (IRE) (23)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Jolly Juicester (IRE)
Owner: Bruce Jamieson & Ruth Carr
Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington
Sponsor: William Hill
5 9 9 (2)
Jockey: Mark Winn
Form: 101213 CD
Breeder: Kevin Fox
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner 4 wins from 8 runs this year Latest win at Ayr in July Good third of 9 in handicap at Pontefract (8f, good, 7/1) 23 days ago, left with too much to do. Player off an unchanged mark.
6 JUMEIRA VISION (IRE) (13)
B g Iffraaj - Manaboo (USA)
Owner: URSA Major Racing Ltd and Partner
Trainer: Katie Scott, Galashiels
Sponsor: Overlander Vehicles, Adra Projects Ltd
4 9 9 (4)
Jockey: Brandon Wilkie (3)
Form: 011154 D BF
Breeder: Godolphin
TIMEFORM VIEW 3 wins from 11 runs this year Latest win at Hamilton in July Respectable fourth of 9 in handicap at Ayr (8f, good to firm, 9/2) 13 days ago. Ought to be in the shake-up.
7 ISLAND OF SKYE (GB) (27)
B g Ribchester (IRE) - Bonnie Brae
Owner: Davenport, Elsworth & Ten Green Bottles
Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Sponsor: Mark Walford Racing
5 9 8 (1)
Jockey: Jonny Peate
Form: 310-010 D
Breeder: Rosyground Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW 1 win from 3 runs this year Latest win at Thirsk in June. 10/1, seventh of 9 in handicap at Ayr (8f, good to firm) 27 days ago. Hood on 1st time with more needed. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 61
8 RIEVAULX RAVER (IRE) (89)
B g Elzaam (AUS) - Juste Pour Moi (IRE)
Owner: Fell, Birkett & Goodall
Trainer: Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton
Sponsor: OR8 Wellness
4 9 8 (5)
Jockey: Ben Sanderson
Form: 0000-00 CD
Breeder: Castlefarm Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Fourteenth of 15 in handicap at Beverley (8.4f, good to firm, 50/1) 89 days ago. Needs to bounce back.
9 LITTLE TED (GB) (6)
Ch g Cityscape - Speedy Utmost Meg
Owner: Mr M. J. Macleod
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Leods Contracts Limited, Baker Finch Interiors
7 9 4 (12)
Jockey: Alex Fielding (5)
Form: 530124 C D
Breeder: Mill Bank Bloodstock LLP
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Latest win at Musselburgh in July Creditable fourth of 9 in handicap (4/1) at Carlisle (7.8f, good to soft) 6 days ago, not ideally placed. Ungenuine type though.
10 GOING UNDERGROUND (GB) (27)
Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Jam Jar
Owner: H S Hutchinson and W Glass
Trainer: Wilf Storey, Consett
7 8 13 (3)
Jockey: Paula Muir
Form: 54-5146 D
Breeder: The Lavington Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Ayr in June. Sixth of 9 in handicap (17/2) at Ayr (8f, good to firm)
slowly away Others appeal more.
11 WITCHFORD (GB) (411)
B f Expert Eye - Interchange (IRE)
4 8 13 (7)
Jockey: Aiden Brookes
Owner: Keep The Faith Partnership Form: 0465/0-
Trainer: Sara Ender, Malton
Sponsor: Wilcocks Contractors Ltd
Breeder: Clearwater Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Last of 10 in handicap (33/1) at Beverley (9.9f,
First run for yard after leaving Micky Hammond. Difficult ask.
12 VOLENTI (IRE) (342)
B g Estidhkaar (IRE) - Izba (IRE)
5 8 7 (6)
Jockey: Andrew Breslin
Owner: Blue And Gold Syndicate Form: 200050-
Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham Breeder: Knocktoran Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Ninth of 10 in handicap at Brighton (8f, good, 25/1). Off 11 months. First run for yard after leaving Barry Brennan with his fitness to prove Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 44
DECLARED RUNNERS 12
2023: TEMPER TRAP 6 9 13 Alex Jary EVENS (Tim Easterby) 7 ran
Visor worn first time by No. 2. Blinkers worn by No. 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 7, 8, 9.
Stewards Note: PINBALL WIZARD: Following its run on 30/7/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly.
STYLE OF LIFE: Following its run on 19/7/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too free. GOING UNDERGROUND: Following its run on 15/7/2024 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled. Betting Forecast: 4-1 Bowood (GB), 13-2 Little Ted (GB), 8-1 Pinball Wizard (IRE), Makalu (IRE), 17-2 Jumeira Vision (IRE), 10-1 Mount King (IRE), 11-1 Style of Life (IRE), 14-1 Island of Skye (GB), Going Underground (GB), 50-1 Rievaulx Raver (IRE), Witchford (GB), Volenti (IRE)
PLAY SMARTER
MAKALU is enjoying an excellent season and fancied to bag a fifth success having not enjoyed the rub of the green when third at Pontefract last time Bowood made a winning start for Ivan Furtado at Doncaster recently and is feared most, with Jumeira Vision, Mount King and Pinball Wizard also in the mix in this open handicap.
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SECOND RACE 2.40
THE KARL BUDGE 60TH BIRTHDAY EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)
for novice two yrs old Total prize fund £10000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (PenaltyValue £5234) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
1 CALLOUT (IRE) (11)
B c Soldier’s Call - Kadi (IRE)
RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME
1 min 13.50 secs RECORD TIME
1 min 10.40 secs
RACE DESCRIPTION
This six furlongs Novice Stakes is restricted to two-year-olds, but in order to take part all of the runners must meet certain conditions. Unlike a maiden, which is restricted to horses yet to record a victory, winning horses which have run in a maximum of six races are eligible to run. Each horse is initially allocated a set weight before previous winners are allocated penalties depending on the level at which they have been successful.
Jockey: Callum Rodriguez
Owner: Simmons,Fine Claret Racing,A & O Marnane Form: 55
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
Breeder: Mr Patrick Hayes
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden (modest form), fifth of 13 in novice (9/2) at Redcar (6f, good to firm) 11 days ago.
2 CAPRICORN KING (GB) (16)
B g Kodiac - Meeznah (USA)
9 7 (3)
Jockey: Gianluca Sanna (5)
Owner: Eco-Power Racing Form: 0
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, Eco Power Racing
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW 35,000 gns yearling, Kodiac gelding. Half-brother to 11f/1 1/2m winner Amzaan. Dam, 1 1/2m-14.6f (Park Hill Stakes) winner, half-sister to smart 2-y-o 1m winner (stayed 1 3/4m) Shahin. 33/1, green when seventh of 11 in novice at Thirsk (6f, good to firm) on debut 16 days ago. May well do better Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
3 FOCUS ON ZAAM (IRE) (12)
B c Elzaam (AUS) - Kristall Eye (FR)
Owner: Mr John Phelan & Partner
Trainer: Ivan Furtado, Wiseton
Sponsor: Tote
9 7 (4)
Jockey: Kieran O’Neill
Form: 00
Breeder: J.F.C. Fisher & Killian Dunphy
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. 125/1, eighth of 9 in maiden at Beverley (5f, good to firm) 12 days ago. Star Ra
4 GALTEE (IRE) (-)
B g Tamayuz - Gabridan (IRE)
Owner: Allerton Racing & G Tuer
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton
Sponsor: Herbs Unlimited
9 7 (5)
Jockey: Sam James
Form:
Breeder: Stockvale Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 2. €14,000 yearling, Tamayuz gelding. Half-brother to 6f winner Badosa. Dam, 2-y-o 5f winner, sister to smart winner up to 6f Bould Mover Star Rating
5 MEARALL (IRE) (-)
B c Cotai Glory - Lahabah (IRE)
Owner: AlMohamediya Racing
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
9 7 (6)
Jockey: Oisin Orr
Form:
Breeder: Thomas Hassett
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 28. £55,000 yearling, Cotai Glory colt. Half-brother to 6f winner Love Lies. Dam unraced out of useful French 9.5f winner Grenadia. Likely type. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
6 WE DARE TO DREAM (IRE) (27)
B c Dark Angel (IRE) - Vestavia (IRE)
Owner: Baker Longden Lambert
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Sponsor: New Concept Building Solutions Ltd
9 7 (7)
Jockey: David Nolan
Form: 2
Breeder: Mr M. C. Grassick
TIMEFORM VIEW €75,000 foal, €45,000 yearling, Dark Angel colt. Half-brother to several winners, including smart 6f-1m winner Texas Rock and 6f/7f winner Evident. Dam unraced. 10/1, promising second of 9 in novice at Ayr (6f, good to firm) on debut 27 days ago. Likely to improve. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -
7 ANN TERRY (GB) (25)
B f Mohaather - Oeuvre d’Art (IRE)
Owner: RaceShare 100 - Ann Terry
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd
Jockey: Jason Hart
Form: 35 BF
9 2 (2)
Breeder: Castle Estates
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair third of 6 in maiden (12/1) at Ayr (6f, good to firm) on debut but only fifth of 9 in novice at Thirsk (6f, good) 10 days later. Worth another chance. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2023: SEVEN QUESTIONS (IRE) 2 9 11 Darragh Keenan 11-10 (George Scott) 9 ran
Betting Forecast: 2-1 We Dare To Dream (IRE), 7-2 Mearall (IRE), Ann Terry (GB), 9-1 Galtee (IRE), 11-1 Callout (IRE), 16-1 Capricorn King (GB), 100-1 Focus On Zaam (IRE) PLAY SMARTER
WE DARE TO DREAM showed plenty of ability when runner-up at Ayr on debut last month and this looks a good opening for him. Richard Fahey’s newcomer Mearall may emerge as the main threat ahead of Ann Terry
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
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THIRD RACE 3.10
THE PAULA BUDGE SURPRISE BIRTHDAY NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for two yrs old
Total prize fund £10000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258 (Penalty Value £5234) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
1 LESLEY’S BOY (GB) (61)
B c Kodi Bear (IRE) - Enliven
Owner: Mrs L. Jackson
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Sponsor: Richard Fahey Racing
RACEFORM
RACE DESCRIPTION
A nursery is a handicap that is restricted to two-year-olds only In order to be allowed to take part, entrants must have already run in three maiden or novice races, or have won two races, which then qualifies them for an official handicap rating based on what they have achieved so far. Quite simply the higher their rating, the bigger the weight they have to carry This particular six furlongs race is for horses which have been rated from 0 to 75.
Jockey: Oisin Orr
Form: 01
9 11 (4)
Breeder: Enliven Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEW 5/4, much improved from debut when won 9-runner maiden at Wetherby (5.5f, good to soft) a couple of months ago, leading entering final 1f. Makes handicap debut. Can make presence felt.
2 SONIC BLUE (IRE) (50)
B c Blue Point (IRE) - Eye Witness (GER)
Owner: SBA Racing Limited
Trainer: Tom Dascombe, Lambourn
Sponsor: Route Agency Limited
9 9 (3)
Jockey: Pierre-Louis Jamin
Form: 163
Breeder: Kildaragh Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning debut at Doncaster in May. 9/2, third of 9 in novice at Redcar (6f, good to firm) just over 7 weeks ago, staying on final 1f Cheekpieces on 1st time. Potential improver now heading into handicaps Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 75
3 EASY PEELER (GB) (18)
B f Due Diligence (USA) - Satsuma
Owner: Hot To Trot Racing VI
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, Hot To Trot Racing Ltd
Jockey: Jason Hart
Form: 21 D
9 7 (1)
Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed debut promise with a bit to spare when won 6-runner maiden (5/6) at Catterick (6f, good to firm) 18 days ago. Makes handicap debut and should have more to offer.
4 ART DESIGN (IRE) (8)
B f No Nay Never (USA) - Snowflakes (IRE)
Owner: Mr R. A. Green
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
Sponsor: Richard Frisby Bloodstock Ltd
9 5 (2)
Jockey: Tom Marquand
Form: 3623
Breeder: Snowflakes Syndicate
TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable third of 10 on nursery debut at Newmarket (6f, good to firm, 11/1) 8 days ago, not quicken only late on. Cheekpieces on 1st time. Looks competitive on form.
5 STIRRUP CUP (GB) (20)
B c Washington DC (IRE) - Hip Flask
Owner: Reality Partnerships XIII
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
Jockey: David Allan
Form: 0244
Breeder: Bearstone Stud
9 3 (7)
TIMEFORM VIEW 9/2, seemed to find things happening a bit too quickly dropped back to 5f when fourth of 12 in maiden at Beverley (good to firm) just under 3 weeks ago. Blinkers on 1st time. Makes handicap debut.
6 DARK THUNDERSTORM (GB) (23)
B c Ardad (IRE) - Pacifica Highway (USA)
Owner: Mr Ahmad Bintouq
Trainer: Alice Haynes, Newmarket
Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited
Jockey: Kieran O’Neill
9 2 (5)
Form: 0342
Breeder: Overbury Stallions Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW 12/1, resumed progress when second of 7 on nursery debut at Hamilton (6f, good to firm) 23 days ago, no match for winner Likely to find a few too strong here.
7 MARRY THE NIGHT (GB) (83)
B g Advertise - Fen Breeze
Owner: Dubelem (Racing) Limited & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
8 11 (6)
Jockey: Duran Fentiman
Form: 546
Breeder: Pantile Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Made no impression when sixth of 10 in maiden (6/1) at Redcar (6f, good) back in May Makes handicap debut and will need to take a significant step forward to feature (has been gelded).
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
2023: GRANNY BUDGIE 2 9 9 Darragh Keenan 7-2 (George Scott) 6 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 2, 4.
Running for the first time since Gelding No 7. Betting Forecast:
11-4 Lesley’s Boy (GB), 4-1 Easy Peeler (GB), 9-2 Sonic Blue (IRE), Art Design (IRE), 10-1 Dark Thunderstorm (GB), 16-1 Stirrup Cup (GB), 18-1 Marry The Night (GB)
LESLEY’S BOY justified support in good style at Wetherby a couple of months ago and, with further progress on the cards now heading into nurseries, Richard Faheys’s colt is fancied to follow up at the expense of Art Design, who was placed on her recent handicap debut at Newmarket and first-time cheekpieces may well eke out that bit extra. Easy Peeler, who is another potential improver now handicapping, completes the shortlist.
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
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FOURTH RACE 3.40
BOOK NOW FOR SATURDAY 17TH AUGUST HANDICAP
STAKES (CLASS 4)
for three yrs old
RACE DESCRIPTION
ONE MILE ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (12f abt 10yds) THE
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)
No Horse
1 HUXLEY (IRE) (91)
B g Galileo (IRE) - Strawberry Fledge (USA)
RACEFORM
MEDIAN TIME
2 mins 39.30 secs
RECORD TIME
2 mins 31.40 secs
This is a one mile and four furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds 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 as high as 130.
Jockey: Kaiya Fraser (5)
Owner: Dare To Dream Racing Form: 042-245
Trainer: Michael Attwater, Epsom
Sponsor: Daretodreamracing.Co.UK
Breeder: Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful maiden. Fifth of 8 in handicap at Leopardstown (1 1/2m, good to firm, 9/1) 90 days ago. First run for yard after leaving Donnacha Aidan O’Brien (for 52,000 gns). Has been gelded since last seen. Engaged 5.45 Lingfield Saturday. Star Ra
2 COOL LEGEND (GB) (23)
Gr g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Childa (IRE)
Owner: Mr Boniface Ho Ka Kui
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
Sponsor: Somerville Lodge Ltd
Jockey: Tom Marquand
9 9 (6)
Form: 31-5624 BF
Breeder: Highview Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW AW maiden winner in December and has shaped well in his last 2 handicaps, not getting in the clear until it was too late at Newbury (1 1/2m) last time. Cheekpieces added. Leading claims
3 ST PANCRAS (GB) (23)
B c Siyouni (FR) - Pilaster
Owner: Manton Park
Trainer: Martyn Meade, Manton
Sponsor: Hadleigh Real Property Ltd
Jockey: Harry Davies
Form: 0351 D
9 9 (3)
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning start for this stable 7-runner handicap at Pontefract (1 1/2m, good) 23 days ago, well on top finish. Likely more to come from him. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA
4 MONSIEUR MELEE (GB) (8)
B g Intello (GER) - Penny Rose
Owner: Ellipsis
Trainer: Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn
Sponsor: Jedd O’Keeffe Racing
9 1 (2)
Jockey: Finley Marsh
Form: 651433 D BF
Breeder: Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook
TIMEFORM VIEW Overcame a pace bias at Doncaster in May and has run creditably on all 3 starts since. No reason why he won’t give his running again.
5 OOSTERPARK (GB) (24)
B g Mayson - Precious Diamond (USA)
Owner: The Penhill Stud Syndicate
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
Sponsor: Penhill Stud
9 1 (4)
Jockey: Callum Rodriguez
Form: 650
Breeder: Penhill Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Hooded first time, ninth of 13 in novice at Leicester (1 1/4m, good to soft, 50/1) 24 days ago, not knocked about. Back up in trip for handicap debut. His mark demands improvement.
6 WINTER LIFE (IRE) (17)
Gr f Churchill (IRE) - Lush Life (IRE)
Owner: Mr Markus Graff & Partner
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
8 10 (5)
Jockey: Joe Fanning
Form: 0-52456
Breeder: Gigginstown House Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden. 12/1, sixth of 7 in handicap at Sandown (1 1/4m, good to soft) 17 days ago. Up in trip.
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
2023: DASHO LENNIE 3 9 10 Daniel Tudhope 2-1 (S P C Woods) 5 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 2. Running for the first time since Gelding No 1. Betting Forecast: 13-8 Cool Legend (GB), 9-4 St Pancras (GB), 11-2 Monsieur Melee (GB), 14-1 Winter Life (IRE), 16-1 Huxley (IRE), Oosterpark (GB)
COOL LEGEND looks a winner in waiting from this mark and can come good in cheekpieces. There was plenty to like about the way St Pancras went about things at Pontefract and he looks the chief threat.
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
A representative of Ripon Racecourse will select the best turned out horse for this race and present a trophy to winning connections
NO SMOKING
With legislation now in force, Ripon Racecourse is a No Smoking area. You will still be permitted to smoke in all outside areas, including the grandstands, balconies and of course on the lawns. Smoking is now prohibited in any enclosed area, bar or restaurant. Ashtrays have been provided all over the course and we ask that you make use of them to keep Ripon Racecourse a clean and tidy area.
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.
Our fifth race today is held in memory of David Chapman, a stalwart of Yorkshire racing who passed away in 2011.
David is fondly remembered as an excellent trainer and pioneer with a reputation for taking underachieving and often problematic horses under his wing and turning them into regular winners.
David was especially renowned for his talent for training sprinters including Chaplins Club who recorded 24 wins, including nine in one season on two occasions! Sharp Hat, Soaked, Glencroft, Redoubtable, Soba and Quito were just a few other prolific performers to benefit from David’s training.
David’s granddaughter Ruth Carr has followed in her Grandfather’s footsteps, ensuring that winners continue to flow from the Mowbray House Farm base.
Can Spanish Angel provide her with a third win in her Grandfather’s race today?
The race is now in its thirteenth year and it is an honour to have the Chapman family with us to present the winning owners with a superb trophy which they have kindly donated.
FIFTH RACE 4.10
THE DAVID CHAPMAN MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for three yrs old and upwards
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)
RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 1.00 secs RECORD TIME 57.28 secs
1 GOLDEN RAINBOW (GB) (15)
B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Stereophonic (IRE)
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a five furlong handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 60. 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 60 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 55.
Jockey: Callum Rodriguez
Owner: Holmfirth Racing Form: 131100 D
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Sponsor: Bluegrass Horse Feeds
Breeder: Minster Stud & Stratford Place Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW 5 wins from 16 runs this year Latest win at Carlisle in July 11/1, fifteenth
at York (5f, good to firm) 15 days ago. Not ruled out.
2 PROTEST RALLY (IRE) (9)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Odyssee (FR)
4 9 7 (3)
Jockey: Billy Garritty
Owner: Mrs C M Clarke, Foulrice Park Racing Ltd Form: 242442 D
Trainer: Liam Bailey, Middleham
Sponsor: Show Business Interiors Ltd
Breeder: Tom Radley
TIMEFORM VIEW Good second of 7 in handicap (15/2) at Musselburgh (5f, good to firm) 9 days ago. Could gain reward for consistency here. Engaged 2.50 Musselburgh Friday. Star Rating
3 LATIN FIVE (IRE) (26)
B g Camacho - Penolva (IRE)
7 9 6 (5)
Jockey: David Nolan
Owner: Sandfield & Ged Shields Form: 420503 CD
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow
Breeder: Canice Farrell
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Creditable third of 14 in handicap (15/2) at Beverley (5f, good to soft) 26 days ago. Should be on the premises.
4 GUNNERSIDE (IRE) (11)
Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) - Suite (IRE)
Owner: Mr Grant Tuer
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton
Sponsor: Herbs Unlimited
7 9 5 (9)
Jockey: Harrison Shaw
Form: 001026 D
Breeder: The Suite Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Chepstow in June. Below form sixth of 11 in handicap at Redcar (6f, good to firm, 11/2) 11 days ago. Has been hit and miss this season but he’s capable from this mark on his day.
5 HURSTWOOD (GB) (11)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Haigh Hall
7 9 4 (8)
Jockey: Mark Winn (3)
Owner: Hard Held Partnership and Angus Racing Form: 002502 C D BF
Trainer: Peter Niven, Malton
Sponsor: P D Niven Racing Ltd
Breeder: Highfield Farm LLP
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Fourteen runs since last win in 2023. Respectable second of 11 in handicap at Redcar (6f, good to firm, 2/1) 11 days ago, no match for winner. Likely to put up another solid showing.
6 DUNNINGTON LAD (IRE) (5)
Ch g Camacho - Streetlady (USA)
Owner: The Golden Partnership
Trainer: Peter Winks, Barnsley
4 9 2 (4)
Jockey: Ethan Jones (5)
Form: 015604 CD BF
Breeder: Grangemore Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Latest win here in June. Fourth of 10 in handicap at Catterick (5f, good to firm, 7/2) 5 days ago. Worthy of respect.
7 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 13 (1)
Jockey: James Sullivan
Form: 250404 D
Breeder: Elaine Chivers
TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, below form fourth of 11 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 13 days ago, left with lot to do. Could get involved if things drop right. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA
8
ISHE WORTH AGAMBLE (GB) (39)
B g Camacho - Disco Doris
Owner: Mr E. A. Brook
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
3 8 12 (7)
Jockey: David Allan
Form: 00-5060
Breeder: Stourbank Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW 11/1, ninth of 11 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good) 39 days ago. Tongue strap on 1st time. Others make more appeal.
9 TAKANA (IRE) (298)
B m Equiano (FR) - Stylos Ecossais
Owner: Mr Kieran Yates
Trainer: Stephanie Ocsko-Moore, Ireland
5 8 12 (6)
Jockey: Siobhan Rutledge (3)
Form: 003400- D
Breeder: Kildaragh Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Twentieth of 22 in handicap (40/1) at Navan (5.8f, heavy). Off 9 months. First run for yard after leaving James Andrew Fahey. Blinkers on 1st time. Plenty to find on form.
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2023: PROFITABLE EDGE (IRE) 3 9 11 Jason Hart 9-4 (David & Nicola Barron) 4 ran Blinkers worn first time by No 9. Tongue Strap worn first time by No 8. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2. Betting Forecast:
10-3 Hurstwood (GB), 9-2 Protest Rally (IRE), 11-2 Latin Five (IRE), 17-2 Gunnerside (IRE), Dunnington Lad (IRE), 10-1 Golden Rainbow (GB), 11-1 Spanish Angel (IRE), 18-1 Ishe Worth Agamble (GB), 25-1 Takana (IRE)
PROTEST RALLY has been in good order for a while and this is a bit easier than the race he contested last time, so he takes marginal preference over Hurstwood and Latin Five, who also arrive on the back of positive runs.
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
Marion Chapman, wife of David Chapman will select the best turned out horse for this race and present a trophy to winning connections
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NOTICES
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SIXTH RACE 4.40
MONDAY
26TH AUGUST NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)
for novice three yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £10000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (Penalty Value £5400) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
RACEFORM
MEDIAN TIME
1 min 42.50 secs
RECORD TIME 1 min 36.62 secs
1 HARTUR D’OUDAIRIES (FR) (8)
B g Kapgarde (FR) - Brise d’Oudairies (FR)
Owner: Melton Mowbray Bowls Club
Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton
Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful jumps winner More one for handicaps in
2 BURSINEL (IRE) (41)
B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Starship (IRE)
Owner: The Starship Partnership III
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
Sponsor: Ashford Stud of 5095
RACE DESCRIPTION
This contest is another Novice Stakes, this time run over a distance of one mile. 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
7 9 11 (5)
Jockey: Ben Robinson
Form: 40
Breeder: Comte Michel de Gigou
3 9 4 (3)
Jockey: Tom Marquand
Form: 6344
Breeder: Mr Lester Piggott & Willmo Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful form. 13/2 and blinkered first time, creditable fourth of 9 in maiden at Windsor (1 1/4m, good to firm) 41 days ago. Back down in trip. Leading claims.Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA
3 DEGALE (GB) (8)
B g Due Diligence (USA) - Nuptials (USA)
3 9 4 (1)
Jockey: Callum Rodriguez
Owner: Peter and Liz Jones Form: 03
Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk
Sponsor: Tote
Breeder: Shoreham Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Left his 7f Thirsk debut well behind when third of 10 over 1m at the same venue last weekend, dictating the pace. A repeat of that form will see him go close at the least here.
4 NOGRADI (USA) (14)
B c American Pharoah (USA) - Time and Motion (USA)
3 9 4 (2)
Jockey: Sam James
Owner: Mrs Janet Williamson Form: 06
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Breeder: AmericanPharorahSyndicate&PhilipsRacing
TIMEFORM VIEW Okay form in his 2 outings to date and will need improvement to get heavily involved.
5 VERSATILE (IRE) (55)
B g Siyouni (FR) - Flora Danica (IRE)
Owner: Dare To Dream Racing
Trainer: Michael Attwater, Epsom
Sponsor: Daretodreamracing.Co.UK
3 9 4 (4)
Jockey: Kaiya Fraser (5)
Form: 4-650
Breeder: AirlieStud/SMRogers&FlaxmanStablesIreLtd
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden for Jessica Harrington in Ireland, again failing to match very best form when seventh of 14 in maiden at Gowran (1m) in June. Changed hands for 15,000 gns since. Star Rating
6 COOKIE QUEEN (GB) (34)
B f Outstrip - Grape Shot
Owner: Let’s Get Racing Ltd
Trainer: Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton
Sponsor: The Brain Tumour Charity
3 8 13 (6)
Jockey: Cam Hardie
Form: 45
Breeder: Let’s Get Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held both starts and looks up against it again. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating -
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
2023:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Blinkers worn by No 2.
Betting Forecast: 6-4 Bursinel (IRE), 9-4 Degale (GB), 7-2 Versatile (IRE), 25-1 Hartur d’Oudairies (FR), 28-1 Nogradi (USA), 40-1 Cookie Queen (GB)
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
Happy Birthday John Edward (TED) Myers
Our Dad, Grandad, and Great Grandad Ted celebrates his 90th birthday on 29th August.
A Riponian all his life, he played football, cricket and golf for Ripon.
Dad was caretaker at Ripon Modern School for over 25 years before setting up his own Joinery business, JE Myers Joinery. Sadly in 2013 his beloved wife of 55 years Joan passed away.
Dad still lives in Ripon with his daughter Joanne and enjoys holidays at O’Gradys Hotel Restaurant and bar Redcar, owned by his son Roy and trips to Leamington Spa to see Brian. He loves a pint, red wine and a whiskey.
Happy birthday DadLove always, from all the family!
SEVENTH RACE 5.10
THE TED MYERS 90 ON 29TH AUGUST HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for three yrs old
Total prize fund £10000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) Weights lowered 1lb. SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 0) No Horse
RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 2 mins 5.60 secs
RECORD TIME 1 min 59.12 secs
1 EVELYN’S PHOENIX (FR) (6)
B g Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Pebbles Place
Owner: Mr John R. Saville
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a one mile and two furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 60. 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 Allan
Form: 242144
9 10 (6)
Breeder: Mr Sam Sangster
TIMEFORM VIEW Doubled his tally at Carlisle in July Run of good form halted when fourth of 8 in handicap at this course (8f, good to firm, 3/1) 6 days ago, but he appeals as the type to bounce back quickly returned to this longer trip.
2 BITS AND BOBS (IRE) (19)
B g James Garfield (IRE) - Smart Mover (IRE)
Owner: URSA Major, Ellerby, Pollitt & Partner
Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Sponsor: Adra Projects Ltd
9 9 (5)
Jockey: Brandon Wilkie (5)
Form: 306263 BF
Breeder: Rathbarry Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Nineteen runs since last win in 2023. However, in first-time cheekpieces he soon got back on track when third of 6 in handicap at Musselburgh (9f, good to firm, 13/8) 19 days ago. Could be in the mix from his reduced mark. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 61
3 SEA LA VENUS (IRE) (34)
B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - What A Home (IRE)
Owner: Sunderland Holding Inc.
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
Sponsor: Somerville Lodge Ltd
Jockey: Tom Marquand
9 8 (3)
Form: 0-565 BF
Breeder: Sunderland Holding Inc.
TIMEFORM VIEW Making her handicap debut, below market expectations (10/11) when fifth of 8 at this course (12f, good to firm) 34 days ago. However, it’s still early days for her leading yard so she remains capable of better.
4 STAR DELTA (GB) (54)
B c Zoustar (AUS) - Pepper Lane
Owner: Mr K. Nicholson
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Sponsor: Engineering Services North East Ltd
9 8 (2)
Jockey: David Nolan
Form: 056
Breeder: Kevin Nicholson
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t made much impact in 3 starts so far, sixth of 8 in maiden (50/1) at Beverley (7.4f, good to soft) 54 days ago. Has work to do as he goes up in trip for his handicap debut. Star Ra
5 POP NOODLE (GB) (24)
B g Adaay (IRE) - Colourfilly
Owner: Laurence Bellman
Trainer: Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster
9 6 (7)
Jockey: Ray Dawson
Form: 050-506
Breeder: Laurence Bellman
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t managed to improve sent handicapping this year, though denied a clear run on turf debut when sixth of 9 in handicap (22/1) at Chepstow (10f, good to firm) 24 days ago. Others make more appeal. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 58
6 JEZ BOMB (GB) (21)
B g Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Cherina Dynamite (SPA)
Owner: A & J Birch
Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley
Sponsor: Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd
9 5 (1)
Jockey: Oisin Orr
Form: 654231
Breeder: Miss T. M. Goulding
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form when getting off the mark in 12-runner handicap at Redcar (9f, good to firm, 9/2) 3 weeks ago, overcoming significant pace bias. Major player now that he’s up and running. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 57
7
PATRONAGE (GB) (13)
B g Masar (IRE) - Gipsy Doll
Owner: Mr A. Killoran
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton
Sponsor: Alexanders York
Jockey: Rowan Scott
Form: 215633 D
9 4 (4)
Breeder: Elusive Bloodstock and Mr C D J O’Dowd
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Nottingham in May Has remained in decent heart since, not discredited when third of 8 in handicap (13/2) at Windsor (10f, good to firm) 13 days ago. Can give his running once more. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 56
DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2023: LATIN FIVE (IRE) 6 9 2 Graham Lee 10-3 (Paul Midgley) 7 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 2, 6, 7.
Betting Forecast: 11-4 Jez Bomb (GB), 10-3 Sea La Venus (IRE), 5-1 Evelyn’s Phoenix (FR), 13-2 Bits And Bobs (IRE), 8-1 Patronage (GB), 11-1 Star Delta (GB), 16-1 Pop Noodle (GB)
JEZ BOMB opened his account in good style when scoring at Redcar 3 weeks ago, coming from last to first in a slowly-run race, so he is taken to build on his latest effort and follow up. The main danger could be Sea La Venus, who is well worth another chance with her yard in excellent form, ahead of Evelyn’s Phoenix.
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
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RACE CONDITIONS
FIRST RACE 2.10 - THE DINE&STAY AT THE OLD DEANERY RIPON APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
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 four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 66 and 67; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 9th. Lowest weight 8st 7lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after August 3rd, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. To be ridden by Apprentice Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 52 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to August 8th, 2024, have not ridden more than 50 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 25 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). The Old Deanery 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 22 entries, at £50. - Closed August 5th, 2024.
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
SECOND RACE 2.40 - THE KARL BUDGE 60TH BIRTHDAY EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, August 5th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 9th. 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). The FAMILY OF KARL BUDGE 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 13 entries at £40. - Closed August 5th, 2024.
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
THIRD RACE 3.10 - THE PAULA BUDGE SURPRISE BIRTHDAY NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for two yrs old only, Rated 0-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, August 5th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 9th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 3rd, 2024, for each race won 6lb. THE FAMILY OF PAULA BUDGE 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. 15 entries at £50. - Closed August 5th, 2024.
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
FOURTH RACE 3.40 - THE ripon-races.co.uk BOOK NOW FOR SATURDAY 17TH AUGUST 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 only, 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. August 9th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 3rd, 2024, for each race won 6lb. 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 10 entries, at £75. - Closed August 5th, 2024.
SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.
FIFTH RACE 4.10 - THE DAVID CHAPMAN MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) 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 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 9th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 3-y-o 9st 6lb Penalties, after August 3rd, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. THE FAMILY OF THE LATE DAVID CHAPMAN have generously donated a Challenge Trophy which will be presented to the winning owner, to be held until August 1st, 2024. In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 14 entries, 1 at £10 and 13 at £50 - Closed August 5th, 2024. SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.
SIXTH RACE 4.40 - THE GBR OWNERSHIP DAY MONDAY 26TH AUGUST NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5400 to the winning horse The second to receive £2535, the third £1268 and the fourth £634. for novice three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, August 5th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 9th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 11lb; fillies 9st 6lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 7lb For each other race won 5lb (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). 11 entries at £50. - Closed August 5th, 2024. SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
SEVENTH RACE 5.10 - THE TED MYERS 90 ON 29TH AUGUST HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for three yrs old only, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 9th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 3rd, 2024, for each race won 6lb. THE family and friends of Ted Myers have kindly 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 15 entries, 1 at £10 and 14 at £50. - Closed August 5th, 2024.
SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.
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