OFFICIALS & WELCOME
JAMES HUTCHINSON
LIZ
STEWARDS
Chief Steward Robert McCarthy
Stewards’ Panel Chair Franki Clark
Philippa Colley, Alan Dempsey, Michael Walton
STARTERS
Jason Callaghan, Ryan Colley
JUDGE
Di Clark
CLERK OF THE SCALES
Wayne Burnell
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
Melanie Swarbrick, Joe O’Gorman, Graham Gray
VETERINARY OFFICER
Jon Pycock
VETERINARY SURGEONS
Matt Butterell, Richard Sutcliffe
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr Ros Roden, Dr Leslie Kilshaw, Dr Bruce McLain
DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD
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BETTING RING MANAGER
Mark Ryan
COMMENTATOR
Gary Capewell
MANAGING DIRECTOR & CLERK OF THE COURSE
James Hutchinson
RACEDAY CLERK OF THE COURSE
Jonathan Mullin
CHAIRMAN
Andrew Wells
CLUB SECRETARY
Andrew Hutchinson
PATRONS
Colin Armstrong CMG, OBE
David Wilmot-Smith MBE
TODAY’S RACING
FIRST RACE 2:24pm The Irish Stallion Farms EBF Novice Stakes
SECOND RACE 2:54pm
The Napoleons Casino and Restaurant Leeds Fillies’ Novice Stakes
THIRD RACE 3:24pm The Weatherbys Bloodstock Pro Fillies’ Handicap Stakes
FOURTH RACE 3:54pm The Wilmot-Smith Memorial Handicap Stakes
FIFTH RACE 4:24pm The North Yorkshire Ice Cream Championship 2026 Handicap Stakes
SIXTH RACE 4:54pm The Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate Handicap Stakes
Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen, and a warm welcome to Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse for our Scoops & Saddles Family Day.
We are delighted to be hosting the North Yorkshire Ice Cream Championships this afternoon in collaboration with Visit North Yorkshire and Ripon BID. Be sure to head over to the Claro Lawn to sample the entries and cast your vote for your favourite ice cream. The winner will be announced later this afternoon.
We’ve got some competitive action on the track, with the feature race, the Wilmot-Smith Memorial Handicap, taking centre stage at 3:54pm. This race is run in memory of the members of the Wilmot-Smith family, whose contribution to the success of the racecourse over many years has been immense. We are delighted to welcome so many members of the family here with us today. The race itself looks a cracker, with three of the seven runners boasting winning form over this course and distance.
Over in the Course Enclosure, the fun continues for our younger racegoers. There’s face painting, a bouncy castle, balloon modelling, arts and crafts, plus performances from Professor Dan with Punch & Judy shows and magic throughout the afternoon. You’ll also find the ever-popular barrel train rides, a penalty shootout and a soft play area for the little ones.
We are also delighted to welcome Hazjak, who will be performing live on the Bandstand throughout the afternoon, so don’t forget to stop by and enjoy the entertainment.
The Bowel Cancer Screening Team is also with us today in the Paddock Enclosure. Please do take a few moments to visit their stand near the Parade Ring. This important initiative is taking place across Yorkshire’s racecourses this season and is helping to save lives through early detection.
Today marks the first of our race meetings during August. We return on Saturday 15th for the prestigious William Hill Great St Wilfrid fixture, followed by another Family Day on Bank Holiday Monday (31st), before racing again on Tuesday 1st September as we head towards our Season Finale later in the month.
We hope you have a wonderful afternoon and enjoy everything the day has to offer.
JAMES HUTCHINSON
Managing Director
RACECOURSE MAP
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.
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Information Point
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THOROUGH THOROUGHBREDS DESERVE
Male Toilet
Female Toilet Toile
Male & Female toilets
TRACKFACTS
A right-handed oval track, one mile five furlongs in extent, which joins the straight course five furlongs from the finish. The undulations in the straight do not favour big galloping types.
TOP COURSE TRAINERS
LEADING TRAINERS AT RIPON (2021-2026) WITH RUNNERS:
T EASTERBY (72 wins from 636 runners, 11%) runs MARAJITO (3.24), BOSTON DAN (3.54), POET’S DAWN (4.24), VEGA’S VIRTUE (4.54).
D O’MEARA (28 wins from 217 runners, 13%) runs DARK CLOUD RISING (3.54), MAO SHANG WONG (4.24), SAILOR’S RETURN (4.54).
W HAGGAS (23 wins from 53 runners, 43%) runs CREATIVE QUEEN (3.24).
K R BURKE (19 wins from 100 runners, 19%) runs REFLECT ON GLORY (2.24), ROYALE UNION (2.54).
P MIDGLEY (15 wins from 129 runners, 12%) runs SOLE RULER (2.24), GRANT WOOD (3.54). TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
K R BURKE (10 wins from 43 runners, 23%) runners listed above
W HAGGAS (9 wins from 54 runners, 17%) runners listed above
OLLIE SANGSTER (7 wins from 18 runners, 39%) runs QUEEN SANA (2.54).
E BETHELL (5 wins from 31 runners, 16%) runs AMBER HAMUR (4.54).
D O’MEARA (5 wins from 59 runners, 8%) runners listed above
FANCYTHAT
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT RIPON (2021-2026) WITH RIDES:
DANIEL TUDHOPE (26 wins from 92 rides, 28%) rides QUEEN SANA (2.54), DARK CLOUD RISING (3.54), SAILOR’S RETURN (4.54).
JASON HART (24 wins from 165 rides, 15%) rides THE MEAN FIDDLER (2.24), NORTH WEST GAL (3.24), GRANT WOOD (3.54), POLYGRAM (4.24).
PAUL MULRENNAN (14 wins from 88 rides, 16%) rides SOLE RULER (2.24).
CLIFFORD LEE (13 wins from 60 rides, 22%) rides
REFLECT ON GLORY (2.24), ROYALE UNION (2.54), HIS FINEST HOUR (4.24), HEY HAVANA (4.54).
OISIN ORR (12 wins from 85 rides, 14%) rides TAGO MAGO (4.54).
JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
JASON HART (9 wins from 53 rides, 17%) rides listed above.
CIEREN FALLON (7 wins from 36 rides, 19%) rides WAR GAMING (2.24), SECRET HARVEST (2.54), CREATIVE QUEEN (3.24).
JACK CALLAN (7 wins from 33 rides, 21%) rides ZOUSTAR DREAMS (3.24).
CLIFFORD LEE (6 wins from 38 rides, 16%) rides listed above
DANIEL TUDHOPE (5 wins from 31 rides, 16%) rides listed above
T EASTERBY won the 3.54 race in 2023 and 2025. The stable is represented by Boston Dan in the race today.
T EASTERBY won the 4.24 race in 2020 and 2021. The stable is represented by Poet’s Dawn in the race today.
D O’MEARA won the 4.24 race in 2022 and 2023. The stable is represented by Mao Shang Wong in the race today.
WEIGHTWATCHER
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years:
3.54 Grant Wood (won off 80 down 3lb to 77); 4.54 Dacres Cross (won off 70 down 5lb to 65).
LONGEST TRAVELLERS
QUEEN SANA (2.54) trained by O Sangster, Marlborough, distance of 220 miles SECRET HARVEST (2.54) trained by C Allen, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles ZOUSTAR DREAMS (3.24) trained by E Dunlop, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles WAR GAMING (2.24) trained by G Scott, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles. CREATIVE QUEEN (3.24) trained by W Haggas, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles.
TODAY’S TIPS
RACE
1
War Gaming sets the standard with an official rating of 79 and might find a bit extra in first-time blinkers, but THE MEAN FIDDLER went desperately close on his racecourse introduction and can improve past that rival.The Karl Burke-trained Reflect On Glorywas a well-held third over C&D but looks certain to progress, and even Sole Ruler has hinted at some ability
WIN: THE MEAN FIDDLER
RACE 2
DANGER: WAR GAMING
This won’t take much winning and the consistent Queen Sana probablywon’t get many better opportunities to shed her maiden tag, but the presence of ROYALE UNION in here could throw a spanner in the works. The daughter of Starman has posted a couple of solid efforts over 7fwithout quite seeing out the trip, and it’s possible she could take a big step forward now eased in distance. Secret Harvest heads the remainder
WIN: ROYALE UNION
RACE 3
DANGER: QUEEN SANA
Progressive three-year-old ZOUSTAR DREAMS has won three of her last four starts, with the most recent a cosy Nottingham triumph, and Ed Dunlop’s filly might not be done improving just yet despite a further 5lb rise. Angel Numbers merits respect having made a successful start to life with Ruth Carr at Thirsk and, although Creative Queen hasn’t pulled up any trees in handicaps so far, perhaps the addition of cheekpieces will help.
WIN: ZOUSTAR DREAMS
RACE 4
ANGEL NUMBERS
DARK CLOUD RISING won over C&D before finishing third at Pontefract when he certainly had excuses - slowly away and short of room over a furlong out David O’Meara’s charge is worth another chance given a lot seemed to go wrong last time and his proven effectiveness at this track is a big plus. Ayr second Lord Roxby heads the list of dangers from Saint Lawrence.
WIN: DARK CLOUD RISING DANGER: LORD ROXBY
RACE 5
Only five declared for this handicap but it’s competitive stuff given there are three last-time-out winners going to post. Poet’s Dawn is the sole course scorer and he’s going in search of a hat-trick, while Polygram stayed on well to win at Pontefract. They’ve both got EVERYONEKNOWSADAVE to beat, though, as he was really impressive when scoring at Nottingham and might still be improving.
WIN: EVERYONEKNOWSADAVE DANGER: POET’S DAWN
RACE
6
Amber Hamur made all at Hamilton and comes here boasting an attractive profile, so commands respect. However, VEGA’S VIRTUE is becoming a bit of a course specialist and won here again last time. Tim Easterby’s charge won’t be far off the pace and is taken to pounce late on. It’s also worth considering Dacres Cross and Hey Havana in an open finale.
WIN: VEGA’S VIRTUE
DANGER: AMBER HAMUR
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 RACING’S LARGEST SPONSOR
British Stallion Studs will contribute £2million towards British prize-money in 2026, bringing our total investment to £42million since we were founded in 1983
FIRST RACE 2.24
THE IRISH STALLION FARMS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
for novice two yrs old
Total prize fund £11000 OwnersPrizeMoney.Winner£4542;Second£2272;Third£1135;Fourth£568. (PenaltyValue£5757.40)Weightsraised3lbandparagraphs27to31ofthe WeightsandHandicappingCodecompliedwithwhereapplicable.SS (FOR CONDITIONS OFTHIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
1REFLECT ON GLORY(IRE) (7)
B c Coulsty (IRE) - Just Reminiscing (IRE)
Owner: Mohamed Saeed Al Shehhi & Burke
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Sponsor: KB Spigot Ltd
RACE DESCRIPTION
This six furlong Novice Stakes is restricted to two-year-olds but in order to take part all of the runners must meet certain conditions. Unlike a maiden, which is restricted to horses yet to record a victory, winning horses which have run in a maximum of six races are eligible to run. Weights are set according to sex before previous winners are allocated penalties depending on the level at which they have been successful.
Jockey: Clifford Lee
Form: 3
Breeder: Newlands House Stud & Mrs A.M.Burns
TIMEFORM VIEW Bred to be speedy. Ran green before keeping on to finish 5 lengths third under considerate handling over C&D on debut 7 days ago. In excellent hands and should do better this time.
2SOLE RULER (IRE) (43)
B c Inns of Court (IRE) - Eriniya (IRE)
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
9 7(1)
Jockey: Paul Mulrennan
Owner: Chapman, parks, shields & Sandfield Form: 04
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow
Sponsor: R&N Logistics & Daughters Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Hasn’t been given a hard time either start to date
Breeder: Mr Tom Beary
One for nurseries after this run. Star RatingHHIII Official BHARating -
3THE MEAN FIDDLER (IRE) (8)
Ch c No Nay Never (USA) - Counterparty Risk (IRE)
Jockey: Jason Hart
Owner: Paul Dean Racing & Partners Form: 2
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd
9 7(2)
Breeder: Lynch Bages & Camas Park Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW 200,000 gns No Ney Never colt. Wore a tongue strap when narrowly denied on debut at Pontefract (5f) 8 days ago, rallying well. Likely improver stepping up to 6f and probably the one to beat.
Star RatingHHHHH Official BHARating -
4WAR GAMING (IRE) (19)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Airbrush (IRE)
Owner: Victorious Forever
Trainer: George Scott, Newmarket
Sponsor: JS Bloodstock Consultancy, George Scott Racing
Jockey: Cieren Fallon
Form: 23 BF
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
9 7(4)
TIMEFORMVIEWPromising debut second at Doncaster(6f) hasworked outwell. Perhaps inconvenienced by5fwhen 1 1/2 lengths third at Yarmouth subsequently Should run a big race back up in trip with first-time blinkers added. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHARating 79
DECLARED RUNNERS 4
Blinkers worn first time by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 3.
NO CORRESPONDING RACE LASTYEAR
Betting Forecast: 11-8 The Mean Fiddler (IRE), 6-4 War Gaming (IRE), 9-2 Reflect On Glory (IRE), 40-1 Sole Ruler (IRE)
Expensive purchase THE MEAN FIDDLER may make amends for his near miss on debut. War Gaming looks a serious danger
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
POSITION OF STALLS
A representative from Ripon Racecourse will select the best turned out horse and present a trophy to connections of the winner of this race. You must be 18 or over to place a bet
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SECOND RACE 2.54
THENAPOLEONSCASINOANDRESTAURANTLEEDS FILLIES’NOVICESTAKES (CLASS4)(GBBRACE)
for novice three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares
Total prize fund £10000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (PenaltyValue £5234) SS
(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
Horse
RACE DESCRIPTION
This contest is another Novice Stakes, also 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
SIX FURLONGS
RACEFORM
MEDIAN TIME 1 min 13.50 secs
RECORD TIME 1 min 09.04 secs
1AURORA’S DOUBLESIX (IRE) (49)
B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Late Rosebud (IRE)
Owner: Mr Brian Rothwell
Trainer: Brian Rothwell, Leyburn
Sponsor: Tote
TIMEFORMVIEW Long-standing maiden who makes little appeal.
2ALL GOOD (GB) (293)
B f Tasleet - Mythical Spirit (IRE)
Owner: Miss Julie Camacho
Trainer: Julie Camacho, Malton
Sponsor: David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers Ltd
4 96 (2)
Jockey: Shay Farmer (5)
Form: 400600
Breeder: Littlejohn Bloodstock Ltd
RatingHIIII Official BHARating 42
3 92 (3)
Jockey: Tom Kiely-Marshall (5)
Form: 00-
Breeder: Steve Brown
TIMEFORM VIEW No impact in a couple of all-weather maidens last autumn. Likely to need this comeback run before handicaps. Star RatingHHIII Official BHARating -
3QUEEN SANA(GB) (20)
B f Ardad (IRE) - Recife (GER)
Owner: Mr. Abdulla Mohd Jaber
Trainer: Ollie Sangster, Marlborough
3 92 (1)
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Form: 022262
Breeder: Mr Mohamed Jaber Abdulla
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up for the sixth time in 11 career starts when beaten by a subsequent winner in Ffos Las (5f) maiden latest. Sets a clear standard and should have enough in hand to overcome a less-than-ideal draw Star RatingHHHHH Official BHARating 69
4ROHINI (GB) (27)
B f Oasis Dream - Ishvara
Owner: Manor Farm Stud (Rutland)
Trainer: Joey Ramsden, Newark
Sponsor: Manor Farm Stud (Rutland)
3 92 (6)
Jockey: Taryn Langley (5)
Form: 000-00
Breeder: Manor Farm Stud & J. E. Rose
TIMEFORMVIEW Has no form in 5 starts to date. Cheekpieces unlikely to make a difference. Star RatingHIIII Official BHARating 39
5ROYALE UNION (IRE) (5)
B f Starman - Royal Majestic
Owner: Tony Bloom & Ian McAleavy
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Sponsor: Jamestown Analytics
3 92 (5)
Jockey: Clifford Lee
Form: 03
Breeder: Paul & Billy McEnery
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed something like her debut form when 4 lengths third behind a couple of southern raiders at Ripon (7f) 5 days ago. Yard’s juveniles continue in fine form, but she’ll need to improve for the switch to sprinting. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHARating -
6SECRET HARVEST(GB) (51)
Ch f Tasleet - Keep The Secret
Owner: sportsdays.co.uk
Trainer: Conrad Allen, Newmarket
3 92 (4)
Jockey: Cieren Fallon
Form: 26
Breeder: Mr & Mrs N. Welby
TIMEFORMVIEW Cheap purchase who nearly pulled off a big shock (50/1) when collared late in the day on debut at Leicester (6f). Failed to confirm that form at Bath subsequently and is probably playing for the places on return from 7 weeks off.
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LASTYEAR
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Hood worn by No. 1.
Stewards Note:
SECRET HARVEST: Following its run on 13/6/2026 it was reported that the horse lost its left fore shoe.
Betting Forecast:
EVENS Queen Sana (GB), 11-4 Royale Union (IRE), 4-1 Secret Harvest (GB), 33-1 All Good (GB), 100-1 Aurora’s Doublesix (IRE), Rohini (GB)
This looks a good opportunity for QUEEN SANA to belatedly open her account. Karl Burke’s Royale Union could be the one to follow her home.
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
Andy Moran of Napoleons Casino and Restaurant Leeds will select the best turned out horse and present a trophy to connections of the winner of this race.
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THE WILMOT-SMITH FAMILY
For their generous support today.
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Race preview from Weatherbys
It is an absolute pleasure to be sponsoring the Weatherbys Bloodstock Pro Fillies’ Handicap at Ripon this afternoon, an ultracompetitive Class 5 handicap stagedoverfivefurlongs.
Ruth Carr’s Angel Numbers could prove the one to beat here off the backofherlasttimeoutsuccessat Thirskoverthisdistance,keepingon well to score by a neck. The threeyear-old had enjoyed a modest starttotheseasonbutthatwinwas a big step forward and she looks to be the top contender off of top weight.
Ruth Carr’s Angel Numbers could prove the one to beat here
Ed Dunlop’s Zoustar Dreams could well be her main rival with Ed Dunlop’sfillycomingherelookingfor herfourthwinofthecampaign.She tookapairofhandicapsatCatterick and Lingfield across late May and earlyJunebeforebeingwell-bested at Newmarket. Her latest effort saw herbouncebacktoform,scoringat Nottingham last month. Her mark is
on the rise, but she should still be a contenderhere.
The sole four-year-old in the field, Marajito has won over this course and distance before. Tim Easterby’s filly was an impressive winner here back in May, producing a fantastic finishtogettheresult.Recentefforts have not been as good however and she will have to improve on those if she is to factor here. It is worth noting that she has almost fallenbacktoherlastwinningmark.
Representing the William Haggas yard will be Creative Queen. The three-year-old was solid when winning at Yarmouth in May but has yet to establish herself since switching to Handicaps with just a pair of seventh place finishes since the move. Perhaps her opening markwastoomuchforherandshe could be a threat now down to 72. Rounding out the field will be North West Gal. Trained by John & Sean Quinn,shehadasolidtwo-year-old year, finishing up with a strong one length success on the all-weather at Newcastle. She is yet to match that form in two starts this year but hasn’t been seen she finished ninth atthiscoursebackinMay.
THIRD RACE 3.24
THE WEATHERBYS BLOODSTOCK PRO FILLIES’ HANDICAPSTAKES (CLASS 5)
for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares
Total prize fund £9000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (PenaltyValue £4710.60) Weights lowered 1lb. SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
No Horse
RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 1.00 secs
RECORD TIME
57.28 secs
1ANGELNUMBERS (IRE) (18)
Gr f Profitable (IRE) - First Smile (IRE)
Owner: Grange Park Racing XVIII and Ruth Carr
Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington
Sponsor: Formulated Polymer Products Ltd
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a five furlong handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards fillies and mares which have been rated from 56 to 75. 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.
3 99 (4)
Jockey: James Sullivan
Form: 520041 D
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Headstrong sort who posted 2 good runner-up efforts for Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole in the spring and right back to form after joining this yard for 12,000 gns when winning 9-runner handicap atThirsk (5f, good to firm) 18 days ago. Should go well again after 4lb rise. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHARating 74
2CREATIVE QUEEN (USA) (25)
B f Mitole (USA) - Vigui’s Heart (USA)
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
Sponsor: Damsa Holding Company W.L.L
3 97 (5)
Jockey: Cieren Fallon
Form: 2-62100
Breeder: Mr & Mrs Ramon Horta Rangel Jr
TIMEFORM VIEW Clear best effort when getting off the mark in a novice over 6f at Yarmouth in May, making all. Modest in 2 handicaps since, not for the first time looking a hard ride at Carlisle last month (pulled hard/ carried head awkwardly). Cheekpieces replace blinkers now.
3MARAJITO (GB) (16)
B f Ardad (IRE) - Midnight Mojito
Owner: Mr D. A. West & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
Star RatingHHHII Official BHARating 72
4 96 (1)
Jockey: Oisin McSweeney
Form: 0-51654 CD
Breeder: Habton Racing
TIMEFORMVIEW Best effort this year when winning C&D handicap in late May and chased home a trio of 3-y-os when 3 1/2 lengths fourth of 7 to Zoustar Dreams at Nottingham (5f, good to firm) 16 days ago. Will need to step forward again to land this.
4ZOUSTAR DREAMS (GB) (16)
Ch f Zoustar (AUS) - A Huge Dream (IRE)
Owner: Ed Dunlop Racing Club II
Trainer: Ed Dunlop, Newmarket
Sponsor: Tattersalls
Star RatingHHHII Official BHARating 68
3 96 (2)
Jockey: Jack Callan
Form: 401141 D
Breeder: ORS Bloodstock & Stanley House Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Dominated from the front when winning back-to-back handicaps at Catterick and Lingfield in late May/ earlyJune. Not quite aseffective over6fat Newmarket nexttimebutright back toherbestwhenbeating 6 rivalsatNottingham (5f, good to firm) 16 days ago. Should go well again after 5lb rise.
5NORTH WESTGAL(GB) (67)
Gr f Territories (IRE) - Albertine Rose
Owner: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd
Star RatingHHHHH Official BHARating 71
3 94 (3)
Jockey: Jason Hart
Form: 3231-50 D
Breeder: Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook
TIMEFORM VIEW Didn’t need to improve to get off the mark at the fourth attempt in 5f maiden at Newcastle in November. Raced too freely and failed to come on for her reappearance when ninth of 11 in handicap at this course (6f, good, 4/1) 67 days ago.
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
Star RatingHHHII Official BHARating 69
2025: TIVA(IRE) 3 9 7 DanielTudhope 13-8 (David O’Meara) 8 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4.
Betting Forecast: 9-4 Zoustar Dreams (GB), 5-2 Angel Numbers (IRE), 5-1 Marajito (GB), 6-1 Creative Queen (USA), 8-1 North West Gal (GB)
There’s plenty to like about ZOUSTAR DREAMS and Angel Numbers and they stand out in this handicap, with preference just given to Ed Dunlop’s progressive 3-y-o.
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FOURTH RACE 3.54
THE WILMOT-SMITH MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)
for three yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £18000 OwnersPrizeMoney.Winner£7313;Second£3658;Third£1829;Fourth£914; Fifth£457;Sixth£229.(PenaltyValue£9277.20)Weightsraised1lbandparagraphs 27to31oftheWeightsandHandicappingCodecompliedwithwhereapplicable.SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35) No Horse
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a six furlong handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 76 to 95. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have run at least three times in a Flat race in Britain, or have run in no more than two Flat races run in Britain and won at least one of them. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap. In simple terms a horse rated 95 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 90.
RACEFORM
MEDIAN TIME
1 min 13.50 secs
RECORD TIME 1 min 09.04 secs
1DARK CLOUD RISING (GB) (27)
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Aristocratic
Owner: Jinky Farms
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Sponsor: Jinky Farms
4 10 0(6)
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Form: 000U13 CD BF
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW A 3-time winner last year Slipped in the weights and right back on song with cosy victory in 7-runnerhandicap at C&D inJune. Couldn’t get to the front aftermissing the kick slightlywhen third of6 in handicap at Pontefract (6f, good) 27 days ago. Worth another chance. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHARating 94
2COMMANCHE FALLS (GB) (9)
Br g Lethal Force (IRE) - Joyeaux
Owner: Doug Graham, Ian Davison, Alan Drysdale
Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington
Sponsor: Denton Hall Racing Ltd
9 911(1)
Jockey: Connor Beasley
Form: 0-22000 CD
Breeder: Redgate BStock & Peter Bottowley BStock
TIMEFORMVIEW One-time smart veteran hasn’t scored since 2023 but was runner-up in 2 handicaps in Bahrain over the winter. Little impact on in 2 starts back on these shores this summer but handicapper has cut him a bit more slack.
3LORD ROXBY(IRE) (14)
B g Soldier’s Call - Miami Breeze (IRE)
Owner: N Skinner D Jenkins J Glover
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton
Sponsor: Alexanders York
Star RatingHHHII Official BHARating 91
4 95 (2)
Jockey: Alex Jary (3)
Form: 001452 D
Breeder: Calgath/Lewinstown/Geraldine Regan
TIMEFORMVIEW Returned to best when winning 20-runner 6f handicap at York in May and backed that up with a creditable fourth at the same course the following month. Another good effort when second of 9 in handicap at Ayr (6f, firm) 14 days ago and he can go well again after 2lb rise. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHARating 85
4SAINT LAWRENCE (IRE) (17)
B g Al Kazeem - Affluent
Owner: Mr D. J. Deer
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Sponsor: Oakgrove Stud
8 93 (4)
Jockey: Shane Gray
Form: 000-205 D
Breeder: D. J. and Mrs Deer
TIMEFORMVIEWFormerlysmartsprinterwho showedmore encouragement afterabreathing operationand stable switch when second at Ascot (6f) in May Hasn’t built on that either start since, only really getting going once the race was over when fifth of 7 in handicap at Hamilton (6f, good to firm) 17 days ago.
5ROUSING ENCORE (IRE) (9)
B g Acclamation - Jolie Chanson (FR)
Owner: Mr Paul K. Spencer
Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington
Sponsor: TOG 24, Formulated Polymer Products Ltd
Star RatingHHHII Official BHARating 83
6 93 (3)
Jockey: James Sullivan
Form: 504030 D
Breeder: Hunting Hill Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored twice in 2025 campaign that also saw him post several good efforts in big-field handicaps. Creditable third at Ayr on his penultimate start and was patently unsuited by a switch to front-running tactics at York last time.
6BOSTON DAN (IRE) (9)
B c Ardad (IRE) - Blondikova
Owner: The Wolf Pack 2 and Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
Star RatingHHHII Official BHARating 83
3 90 (7)
Jockey: Sean Kirrane
Form: 0-00004
Breeder: Loughtown Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful 5f winner at 2 yrs. Yet to match that form this season though, albeit shaping a little bit better on debut for this yard (formerly trained by the Faheys) when fourth of 7 in handicap (16/1) at Chester (6f, good to firm) 9 days ago. Others still preferred. Star RatingHHIII Official BHARating 84
7GRANTWOOD (IRE) (10)7
Gr g Caravaggio (USA) - Azagba (FR)
Owner: Whitehills Racing Syndicate
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow
Sponsor: Tote
811(5)
Jockey: Jason Hart
Form: 403000 CD
Breeder: C. Marnane
TIMEFORMVIEW Enhanced fine record at Newcastle with back-to-back wins to start this year Good effort when close third at C&D in May but has finished well beaten on his last 3 outings, albeit poorly drawn at York on latest. Star RatingHHIII Official BHARating 77
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
2025: MISTER SOX 5 8 12 Sean Kirrane 6-1 (Tim Easterby) 11 ran Blinkers worn by No 4. Visor worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2.
Betting Forecast: 2-1 Dark Cloud Rising (GB), 11-4 Lord Roxby (IRE), 6-1 Saint Lawrence (IRE), 8-1 Rousing Encore (IRE), 14-1 Commanche Falls (GB), 16-1 Boston Dan (IRE), 20-1 Grant Wood (IRE)
DARK CLOUD RISING remains well treated on the pick of his form and can be given another chance to build on his June C&D success. The in-form Lord Roxby can go well again, while Rousing Encore can complete the 1-2-3.
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FIFTH RACE 4.24
ICE CREAM CHAMPIONSHIP 2026 HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
for three yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £12000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £4955; Second £2478; Third £1238; Fourth £619; Fifth £310. (PenaltyValue £6280.80) Weights lowered 4lb. SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a one mile and two furlong handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 61 to 80. Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 6lb.
RACEFORM
MEDIAN TIME
2 mins 5.60 secs
RECORD TIME
1 min 59.12 secs
1EVERYONEKNOWSADAVE (IRE) (16)
B g Kodiac - Clubora (USA)
Owner: Mr Tony Hession
Trainer: Jessica Macey, Doncaster
Sponsor: Jessica Macey Racing
4 98 (4)
Jockey: Ryan Kavanagh (3)
Form: 464321 D
Breeder: Macha Bloodstock Ltd & M. Downey
TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a career-best effort when winning 6-runner handicap at Nottingham (1 1/4m, good to firm) 16 days ago, overcoming pace bias. Got to be respected after that although up 6lb and is yet to win off a mark beyond 70. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 76
2MAO SHANG WONG (IRE) (29)
B g Too Darn Hot - Moment of Silence (IRE)
Owner: Mr J. C. G. Chua
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
4 98 (1)
Jockey: Conor Whiteley (5)
Form: 401020 D
Breeder: Forenaghts Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to best when scoring at Beverley (1 1/4m) in May, albeit suited by the way the race developed. Second there the following month but needs to bounce back after a lesser effort at Ayr last time.
3HIS FINESTHOUR (GB) (284)
B g Churchill (IRE) - Jadwiga
Owner: Gary Downes and Howard Thompson
Trainer: Tina Jackson, Loftus
Sponsor: S. M. Thompson Ltd
Star RatingHHIII Official BHARating 76
5 95 (2)
Jockey: Clifford Lee
Form: 142262- D
Breeder: Miss K. J. Keir
TIMEFORMVIEW Generally a consistent sort when trained by Ian Williams, winning at Newbury last summer and finishing second on 3 occasions after. Fitness has to be taken on trust for new yard (sold for 20,000gns) after 9 months off/breathing operation but looks to be on a fair mark. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 73
4POLYGRAM (GB) (8)
Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Clerisy
Owner: Mr Hugh Brunton
Trainer: Tristan Davidson, Carlisle
4 95(in 5lb ex) (5)
Jockey: Jason Hart
Form: 663421
Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWFairlyuseful form forHarryCharlton lastyearand has been holding herformwell forhernewyard, opening her account in 7-runner handicap at Pontefract (1m, good to firm, 7/2) 8 days ago. Will need pull out a bit more to defy a penalty but could do so for yard having a good season. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHARating 68
5POET’S DAWN (GB) (4)
Ch g Poet’s Voice - Dudley Queen (IRE)
11 9 4(in 4lb ex) (3)
Jockey: Sean Kirrane
Owner: Mr Timothy O’Gram & Partner Form: 166311 CD
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
Breeder: Mrs J. K. Powell & Catridge Farm Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Veteran who has defied his age to score 4 times this season, including on his last 2 starts overC&D, and at Nottingham (1 1/4m, good, 9/2) 4 days ago by 2 1/4 lengths from Flightofthephoenix, unchallenged. Should go well again under a penalty provided he handles the quick turnaround. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHARating 68
DECLARED RUNNERS 5
2025: SPIORADALTA5 9 7 Jason Hart 5-4 (Mark Walford) 6 ran
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 3.
Stewards Note:
MAO SHANG WONG: Following its run on 5/7/2026 it was reported that the horse jumped awkardly from the stalls.
Betting Forecast: 13-8 Everyoneknowsadave (IRE), 3-1 Polygram (GB), 11-2 Poet’s Dawn (GB), 6-1 Mao Shang Wong (IRE), 8-1 His Finest Hour (GB)
A tricky little handicap to solve but the vote goes to POLYGRAM to quickly double her tally The danger could be Poet’s Dawn, a 3-time C&D winner seeking a hat-trick.
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SIXTH RACE 4.54
THE QUEEN ETHELBURGA’S COLLEGIATE HANDICAPSTAKES (CLASS 6)
for three yrs old
Total prize fund £7000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (PenaltyValue £3663.80) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
1DACRES CROSS (IRE) (26)
B g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Shahaama
Owner: Mr J Speight & Mr M Holdsworth
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Sponsor: The Injured Jockeys Fund
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 three-year-olds which have been rated from 46 to 65. Like most handicaps on the flat this race is also open to horses that are rated below that particular band. However, all handicaps stipulate a minimum weight and no runner can carry less than that, irrespective of how low their rating is. This is often described as ‘running from out of the handicap’ and is considered a disadvantage.
Jockey: Shane Gray
Form: 006-045 BF
9
Breeder: Mr Padraic O’Neill
9(6)
TIMEFORM VIEW A fair 6f juvenile winner who stepped up markedly on his reappearance when fourth in 20-runner York handicap in May. Was at much shorter odds with his sights lowered but failed to improve when fifth at Catterick (7f, firm) since. Steps up to 1m and is on a handy mark if bouncing back and staying. StarRatingHHHHI Official BHARating 65
2VEGA’SVIRTUE (IRE) (16)
B f Lucky Vega (IRE) - Grace And Virtue (IRE)
Owner: Mr T. A. Scothern & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Electrical Discount UK
9 8(2)
Jockey: Duran Fentiman
Form: 051301 CD
Breeder: Roundhill Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Both career successes have come over C&D, the first in May and the latest just over 2 weeks ago in 7-runner handicap. Her head carriage has come under question and an 8lb rise makes things tougher but clearly can’t be ruled out at this venue.
3SAILOR’S RETURN (GB) (25)
B f Soldier Hollow - Closing Bell
Owner: Car Colston Hall Stud
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Star RatingHHHII Official BHARating 64
9 7(3)
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Form: 044660
Breeder: Car Colston Hall Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Showed fairformwithoutwinning in France and shaped quitewell on herfirst 2 starts in Britain. May have found the race coming too soon when failing to beat a rival at Carlisle (7f, firm, 12/1) 25 days ago and is down in class here after some help from the handicapper Star RatingHHHII Official BHARating 63
4SCHEFFLER (IRE) (18)
B g Starman - Rostedan (IRE)
Owner: Dubelem (Racing) Limited
Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay
Sponsor: Adrian Nicholls Racing
9 6(5)
Jockey: Jack Garritty
Form: 30004
Breeder: Mr Andrew Duncan
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to go on from a promising debut third at Lingfield for Richard Hughes and hasn’t beaten a rival in 2 starts for current yard Easy to look elsewhere. Star RatingHIIII Official BHARating 62
5TAGO MAGO (USA) (27)
B f Bolt D’oro (USA) - She’s All Ready (USA)
Owner: Made Profiles Ltd & S England
Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley
9 5(7)
Jockey: Oisin Orr
Form: 3-00
Breeder: Spendthrift Farm LLC
TIMEFORM VIEW Sold cheaply following a promising debut for Jamie Osborne last autumn and has been well beaten on both starts for this yard recently. The tongue tie goes on and she looks to have work to do from this opening mark. Star RatingHIIII Official BHARating 61
6AMBER HAMUR (IRE) (23)
B f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Yellowhammer
Owner: Mrs Doreen M. Swinburn
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
Jockey: Connor Beasley
Form: 55-4621 D
9 4(8)
Breeder: Epona Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEWPreviouslywith George Bougheyand made a fine start forthisyardwhen a close second at Beverley in July before going one better at Hamilton 8 days later, albeit having the run of the race and probably fortunate Still unexposed over this trip however and could defy a 3lb rise.
7HEYHAVANA(IRE)
B g Havana Grey - Deep Impression (IRE)
Owner: Tom Goodair & Jimmy Kay
Trainer: Geoffrey Harker, Thirsk
(28)
60
9 2(1)
Jockey: Clifford Lee
Form: 43-2525
Breeder: Pier House Stud
Sponsor: AMG Engineering Supplies Ltd, Leeds Pallet Co Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW Resumed from 6 months offwith an improved second for newyard (formerlywith Nigel Tinkler) at Wetherby in May and has remained in good form since without improving. Star RatingHHHII Official BHARating 58
8ITSZABOY(GB) (31)
B g Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Violette Szabo (IRE)
Owner: The Crawford Society
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton
Sponsor: Alexanders York
8 10 (4)
Jockey: Alex Jary (3)
Form: 500-066
Breeder: Crawford Society
TIMEFORMVIEW Modest maidenwho fared little betterwhen sixth of 7 in handicap at Beverley(8.5f, good to firm) last month. Has work to do. Star RatingHIIII Official BHARating 52
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2025: PRECIOUS SPARTAN (IRE) 3 9 9 Jason Hart 9-4 (Patrick Neville) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 4. Betting Forecast: 9-4 Amber Hamur (IRE), 4-1Vega’s Virtue (IRE), 9-2 Dacres Cross (IRE), 13-2 Hey Havana (IRE), 7-1 Sailor’s Return (GB), 25-1 Itszaboy (GB), 33-1 Scheffler (IRE), 66-1 Tago Mago (USA)
AMBER HAMUR has made a good start for her new yard and could win again in what looks a thin race The well-handicapped Dacres Cross, along with Sailor’s Return, are feared most.
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RACE CONDITIONS
FIRST RACE 2.24 - THE IRISH STALLION FARMS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5757 to the winning horse The second to receive £2701, the third £1349 and the fourth £675. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, July 28th and pay £55 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 1st. 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 GOVERNORS OF THE IRISH E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race 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 £55. - Closed July 28th, 2026.
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SECOND RACE 2.54 - THE NAPOLEONS CASINO AND RESTAURANT LEEDS FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for novice three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only Enter by noon, July 28th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 1st.
Weights: 3-y-o 9st 2lb; 4-y-o and up 9st 6lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 5lb For each other race won 7lb (Where appropriate, median auction and auction Novice or Maiden races will carry the same penalty as Restricted races) (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). NAPOLEONS CASINO AND RESTAURANT LEEDS has kindly 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 8 entries at £50. - Closed July 28th, 2026.
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THIRD RACE 3.24 -THE WEATHERBYS BLOODSTOCK PRO FILLIES’ HANDICAPSTAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4710 to the winning horse The second to receive £2210, the third £1104, the fourth £552 and the fifth £275. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 56-75 (also open to such fillies and mares rated 55 and below) £45 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lowerwith £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m.August 1st. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after July 25th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. WEATHERBYS has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, theywill award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse in this race 7 entries at £45. - Closed July 28th, 2026.
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FOURTH RACE 3.54 - THE WILMOT-SMITH MEMORIAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £9277 to the winning horse The second to receive £4350, the third £2176, the fourth £1087, the fifth £543 and the sixth £271. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 76-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97; such horses rated 75 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £90 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher, or £18 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lowerwith £72 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m.August 1st. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, afterJuly25th, 2026, for each racewon 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. MR & MRS DAVID WILMOT-SMITH have generously donated a Challenge Trophy which will be presented to the winning owner, to be held until July 1st, 2027. In addition they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 13 entries, 1 at £18 and 12 at £90. - Closed July 28th, 2026.
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FIFTHRACE4.24-THENORTHYORKSHIREICECREAMCHAMPIONSHIP2026HANDICAPSTAKES(CLASS4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6280 to the winning horseThe second to receive £2947, the third £1472, the fourth £736 and the fifth £367. 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). £60 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 1st. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 3lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 8lb Penalties, after July 25th, 2026, 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 12 entries at £60. - Closed July 28th, 2026.
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SIXTH RACE 4.54 - THE QUEEN ETHELBURGA’S COLLEGIATE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for three yrs old only, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below) £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 1st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 25th, 2026, for each race won 6lb. QUEEN ETHELBURGA’S COLLEGIATE has kindly 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. 15 entries at £35. - Closed July 28th, 2026.
SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.