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OFFICIALS & WELCOME MEET THE TEAM JAMES HUTCHINSON Managing Director

LIZ BARKER Racecourse Administrator

JANE HUTCHINSON Commercial Manager

CHARLES YOUNG Raceday Administrator

CARL TONKS Head Groundsman

LAURA BENNETT Catering Manager

JENNIE EYRES & RACHEL SIMPSON Marketing & Raceday Experience

AMY RYAN Raceday Presenter

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STEWARDS Chief Steward Alan Dempsey Stewards’ Panel Chair Peter Forster Philippa Colley, Simon Connaway, Lyndsay Glynn STARTERS Stuart Turner, Ryan Colley JUDGE Nicholas Hargreave CLERK OF THE SCALES Karl Curran EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS Melanie Swarbrick, Rachel Kirtley, Kristy Kettlewell

TODAY’S RACING

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FIRST RACE 2:05pm The Dobsons Gaskets EBF Novice Stakes

SECOND RACE 2:40pm The Simon’s 20 Year Heart Transplant Anniversary Maiden Stakes

VETERINARY OFFICER Stewart Mechie

THIRD RACE 3:15pm

VETERINARY SURGEONS Kate King, Richard Sutcliffe

FOURTH RACE 3:53pm

FIFTH RACE 4:25pm

MEDICAL OFFICERS Dr Bruce McLain, Dr John Adams, Dr Leslie Kilshaw DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD Brian Beswick - 07831331102 BETTING RING MANAGER Malcolm Hart COMMENTATOR Malcolm Tomlinson

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The Ripon Bell-Ringer Handicap Stakes

The Sky Bet Go-Racing-In-Yorkshire Summer Festival Handicap Stakes

The Sky Bet For The Fans Handicap Stakes

SIXTH RACE 5:03pm The Napoleons Casino and Restaurant Leeds Handicap Stakes

SEVENTH RACE 5:35pm The Aldwark Manor Estate Luxury Yorkshire Hotel “Confined” Handicap Stakes

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

INFORMATION

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TRACKFACTS

TODAY’S TIPS

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Good afternoon, and a very warm welcome to Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse for our Sky Bet Go Racing in Yorkshire Summer Festival meeting. Over nine days, the festival visits eight Yorkshire racecourses, highlighting the variety and quality of racing across the county. Alongside this afternoon’s seven-race card, we’re delighted to welcome All For One Choir, who will be providing live entertainment on the Bandstand throughout the day. Our feature race, the Ripon Bell-Ringer Handicap, is at 3.15pm. Don’t forget to watch the Bell-Ringer himself on the track as he starts the race for us in time-honoured tradition. Meanwhile, seven-time Ripon winner Garden Oasis takes on last week’s Course and Distance winner Jesmond Dawn in the Sky Bet For The Fans Handicap at 4.25pm. Yorkshire Air Ambulance is today’s charity as part of the Sky Bet Go Racing in Yorkshire Summer Festival. They are located on the Claro Lawn behind the Paddock Stand and will also be collecting as you leave the racecourse today, so please give whatever you can to support this fantastic cause. Looking ahead to August, we are excited for our Scoops & Saddles fixture, where Ripon BID and Visit North Yorkshire will join us to host the North Yorkshire Ice Cream Championships. You’ll have the chance to sample and vote for your favourite Ice Cream from a selection of local producers. The William Hill Great St Wilfrid Meeting on Saturday 15th August is always one of the highlights of the season, and we’ll round off the month with plenty of family entertainment at our Bank Holiday Curtains’ Up at the Races Family Day on Monday 31st August. We hope you have a wonderful afternoon, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Very best wishes,

JAMES HUTCHINSON Managing Director 3

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HEALTH & SAFETY NOTICE Ripon Racecourse requests that you observe all Health & Safety requirements whilst you 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.

First Aid Information Point Accessible Facilities Male & Female toilets with Ambulatory Facilities Male Toilet

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TRACKFACTS A right-handed oval track, one

1m 1f 170y 1m 1f 1m 1m 2f 190y

mile five furlongs in extent, which

1m 4f 10y

joins the straight course five

1m 6f

2m 1f 203y

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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 (71 wins from 634 runners, 11%) runs WARBY (2.05), STONEACRE JOE (2.40), PER CONTRA (3.15), POET’S DAWN & YERMANTHERE (3.53), GARDEN OASIS (4.25), VEGA’S VIRTUE (5.03), LONG SHOT (5.35). D O’MEARA (28 wins from 217 runners, 13%) runs PRINCE OF THE SEAS (3.15), LUCKY HERO (3.53). R & P FAHEY (23 wins from 202 runners, 11%) runs BY JOVE GRACE (2.05), BLACK ORCHID (2.40), YAFREH (3.15), AURELUNE (5.03). P MIDGLEY (15 wins from 128 runners, 12%) runs GET UP EVERYBODY (5.35). MR M T WALFORD (13 wins from 70 runners, 19%) runs SPIORADALTA (3.15). TRAINERS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: T EASTERBY (8 wins from 73 runners, 11%) runners listed above. C JOHNSTON (7 wins from 66 runners, 11%) runs ELSASS (3.15), QITAAL (3.53), SIR PAUL RAMSEY (4.25), SOVEREIGN BRIGHT (5.03). T CARROLL (4 wins from 43 runners, 9%) runs ACT OF VIOLENCE (5.35). OLLIE SANGSTER (4 wins from 19 runners, 21%) runs MOHMENTOUS (5.03). J FANSHAWE (4 wins from 14 runners, 29%) runs SALAMANCA CITY (3.15).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS TOP COURSE JOCKEYS LEADING JOCKEYS AT RIPON (2021-2026) WITH RIDES: DAVID ALLAN (46 wins from 317 rides, 15%) rides WARBY (2.05), STONEACRE JOE (2.40), PER CONTRA (3.15), YERMANTHERE (3.53), GARDEN OASIS (4.25), VEGA’S VIRTUE (5.03), LONG SHOT (5.35). PAUL MULRENNAN (14 wins from 85 rides, 16%) rides VALOR SPIRIT (2.40), SPIORADALTA (3.15), GET UP EVERYBODY (5.35). OISIN ORR (12 wins from 82 rides, 15%) rides BY JOVE GRACE (2.05), BLACK ORCHID (2.40), STAR HARBOUR (3.15), WILD VIOLET (3.53). BILLY GARRITTY (12 wins from 78 rides, 15%) rides TRUCIAL PEARL (5.03), VON TROTTER (5.35). CONNOR BEASLEY (10 wins from 97 rides, 10%) rides MASTER OF DELPHI (2.40), ELSASS (3.15), QITAAL (3.53), SOVEREIGN BRIGHT (5.03), INDY’S ANGEL (5.35). JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: DAVID ALLAN (6 wins from 44 rides, 14%) rides listed above. CONNOR BEASLEY (5 wins from 38 rides, 13%) rides listed above. OISIN ORR (5 wins from 33 rides, 15%) rides listed above. JACK CALLAN (5 wins from 37 rides, 14%) rides SIR PAUL RAMSEY (4.25), MOHMENTOUS (5.03). PAUL MULRENNAN (5 wins from 42 rides, 12%) rides listed above.

CLASSY TIPS

The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 4.25 JIMMY SPEAKING (down 2 grades); 5.03 DELEVINGNE DREAM (down 2 grades); 5.35 VON TROTTER (down 2 grades).

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 3.53 Qitaal (won off 79 down 3lb to 76); Yermanthere (won off 80 down 12lb to 68); 3.15 Prince of The Seas (won off 92 down 5lb to 87); 4.25 Sir Paul Ramsey (won off 82 down 5lb to 77); Garden Oasis (won off 80 down 8lb to 72); 5.35 Lady Bouquet (won off 49 down 3lb to 46); Sergeant Mayer (won off 63 down 5lb to 58); Hurstwood (won off 54 down 6lb to 48); Mister Sky Blue (won off 57 down 8lb to 49); 5.03 Sparkling Pink (won off 64 down 4lb to 60).

LONGEST TRAVELLERS

STAR HARBOUR (3.15) trained by A McGuinness, Ireland. MOHMENTOUS (5.03) trained by O Sangster, Marlborough, distance of 220 miles. ACT OF VIOLENCE (5.35) trained by T Carroll, Cropthorne, distance of 175 miles. JIMMY SPEAKING (4.25) trained by C Dwyer, DELEVINGNE DREAM (5.03) trained by H Eustace, SALAMANCA CITY (3.15) trained by J Fanshawe, WILD VIOLET (3.53) trained by M Bell, all Newmarket, distance of 172 miles. HAKU (3.15) trained by D M Loughnane, Kidderminster, distance of 165 miles. NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 16th July.

TODAY’S TIPS RACE

Quillan won his only start by a neck at Redcar when keeping on well and is open to any amount of improvement for the experience, but he has to give 7lb or more to his rivals and that seems a big ask. WARBY made all to win at Catterick on her second start and if she gets a soft lead here there is every chance she can double up. By Jove Grace was second at a big price at Carlisle and appears best of the remainder.

WIN: WARBY

RACE

Black Orchid seems the obvious choice with the Faheys’ Ardad filly second on both starts and getting weight from her rivals, but there may be value elsewhere. VALOR SPIRIT returns to maiden company after his handicap sixth, but may be better judged on his C&D second in May and a repeat of that may be more than enough. Master of Delphi intrigues on his second start after fading over a mile and could surprise a few.

WIN: VALOR SPIRIT

RACE

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DANGER: CADARN

Having posted two creditable efforts in defeat since completing a double at Redcar in early May, this could prove a suitable opportunity for MOHMENTOUS to get back on the scoresheet. Jack Callan claims a handy 3lb and Ollie Sangster’s gelding ticks plenty of the right boxes. Aurelune arrives on the back of her best effort to date when finishing third at Leicester and she’s feared most, ahead of Sparkling Pink.

WIN: MOHMENTOUS

RACE

DANGER: YERMANTHERE

Cadarn bounced back to winning ways at York last month. Raised only 3lb, he makes more appeal in this grade than the recent C&D winner Jesmond Dawn, but JIMMY SPEAKING could edge an open contest. Chris Dwyer’s charge landed a double and finished a respectable second at Newmarket before being set a stiff task at Epsom last time, and he returns to this lower level with solid claims.

WIN: JIMMY SPEAKING

RACE

DANGER: PER CONTRA

Yermanthere is easily overlooked only 3lb higher than when successful over C&D last month. Qitaal was not far behind the former in second and could also make his presence felt, but preference is for the unexposed filly WILD VIOLET. The daughter of Zarak has improved with every start culminating with a novice victory at Salisbury and she could prove better than her opening mark now handicapping.

WIN: WILD VIOLET

RACE

DANGER: MASTER OF DELPHI

Tim Easterby has won three of the last eight runnings and Per Contra is potentially well-handicapped on his better form. Salamanca City is a typical Fanshawe improver who won last time out at Goodwood, but a 4lb rise could stop her, and ELSASS is preferred. He failed to land his hat-trick in a better race at Newmarket when racing too wide, but a clearer run could see him home in front.

WIN: ELSASS

RACE

DANGER: QUILLAN

DANGER: AURELUNE

Oasis Cover returned to form with a good second at Redcar and she’s unlikely to be far away if producing a similar performance for new connections. That said, LONG SHOT is more consistent and he shaped better than the margin of defeat on his latest fourth over C&D. Tim Easterby’s charge edges the vote, while others of interest include Indy’s Angel and Act of Violence.

WIN: LONG SHOT

DANGER: OASIS COVER 7

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Ch m Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Maid To Matter Owner: Mrs Lynne Lumley & Mr K Nicholson Trainer: David O’Meara, Nawton Sponsor: Conor J.C. Parsons & Brian M. Parsons

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Jockey: Graham Gibbons

600100 C Form: Breeder: D. J. Lumley (Builders)

TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced right back to best when landing Great St Wilfred for successive year running in August. No excuses in York Listed race last time and hasn’t stayed on previous tries over 7f. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 99

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Owner’s Colours (illustration) Saddle Cloth Number Name of Horse Sire Birthplace of Horse (if not GB) No. of Days since last ran Dam Age Weight (st lbs) Draw Form Guide Owner

13 Trainer & location of training establishment 14 Breeder 15 Sponsor (If relevant) 16 Form / = New Season - = New Year Bold type shows all weather form C = Course Winner D = Distance Winner CD = Course & Distance Winner BF = Beaten Favourite 17 Jockey

STAR RATING EXPLAINED Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below: HHHHH Selected to win the race. HHHHI Good chance of being placed. HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope. HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

OFFICIAL BHA RATING The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability. The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances). The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.

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RACE DESCRIPTION

FIRST RACE 2.05

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

THE DOBSONS GASKETS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for novice two yrs old Total prize fund £11000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4542; Second £2272; Third £1135; Fourth £568; Fifth £284. (Penalty Value £5757.40) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 39)

FIVE FURLONGS RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 1.00 secs RECORD TIME 57.11 secs

Draw

QUILLAN (IRE) (28)

Horse

9 11

(5)

INCA WARRIOR (IRE) (14)

9 4

(4)

INFLUENCER MAN (IRE) (13)

9 4

(3)

WARBY (GB) (10)

9 3

(1)

BY JOVE GRACE (IRE) (24)

8 13

(2)

Gr c Kodi Bear (IRE) - Angels Tale (IRE) Jockey: Kaiya Fraser Owner: Mrs Anne Atkinson and Mr H D Atkinson Form: 1 D Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk Breeder: Kevin Blake Bloodstock Ulc Sponsor: Tote TIMEFORM VIEW €39,000 foal, £80,000 yearling, Kodi Bear colt. Dam, third at 7f, half-sister to smart winner up to 10.7f (stayed 12.5f) Bear Story out of useful 1 1/4m/10.5f winner Angels Story. Well on top at the finish when making a winning debut at Redcar 4 weeks ago (5f). Should improve. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

B c Invincible Army (IRE) - Inca Husky (IRE) Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa Owner: The Invincible Five Partnership Form: 4 Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton Breeder: Ms Tracey Kearney Sponsor: Alexanders York TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 3. Invincible Army colt. Closely related to useful winner up to 6f Disillusion and winner up to 6f Inca Dream and half-brother to 2-y-o 6f/7f winner Thenayaan. Displayed ability amidst obvious greenness when fourth of 7 on Beverley debut 2 weeks ago. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

Ch g Starman - Stormy Clouds (IRE) Jockey: M. P. Sheehy Owner: Allen, Finneran & Porter Form: 4 Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud Sponsor: Keatley Racing Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW €80,000Y, £50,000 2-y-o. Starman gelding, half-brother to several winners, including 2-y-o 5f winner Aussie Stormer and 6f winner Rage of Thunder. Dam 2-y-o 5f/6f winner. Bred to be sharp and while he was last of 4 on debut at Ayr (6f), he wasn’t beaten far. Drop to 5f may suit. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating B f Ardad (IRE) - One Kiss Jockey: David Allan Owner: Valmont, Obank & Partners Form: 21 D Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: Llety Farms Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud TIMEFORM VIEW 62,000 gns yearling, Ardad filly. Half-sister to several winners, including 5f-6f winner Just A Spark and 2-y-o 5f winner Society Kiss. Confirmed the promise of her runner-up effort on debut at Catterick (5f) when going one place better over same C&D. Value for extra, too, so the one to beat. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 78

B f Inns of Court (IRE) - Alone Time (IRE) Jockey: Oisin Orr Owner: MPR, A & GLO Outlaw & K Quinn Form: 2 Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton Breeder: Liam Mullen Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 12. €1,000 yearling, resold €25,000Y, £70,000 2-y-o in April. Inns of Court filly out of a dam who was a 2-y-o 5f winner. Ignored in the betting but debut second of 4 at Carlisle 24 days ago was promising. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating DECLARED RUNNERS 5

2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Betting Forecast: EVENS Warby (GB), 3-1 Quillan (IRE), 13-2 By Jove Grace (IRE), 8-1 Influencer Man (IRE), 25-1 Inca Warrior (IRE) WARBY created a very favourable impression when making her second start at Catterick a winning one 10 days ago and given she was value for extra, the follow up looks on the cards. PLAY SMARTER Quillan and By Jove Grace are promising in their own right so should ensure the selection doesn’t have it all her own way. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WARBY 2.QUILLAN (IRE) 3.BY JOVE GRACE (IRE)

RACE TIME

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3RD

2ND

4TH

FIRST RACE

RACE RESULT

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE Peter Jeffrey of Dobson’s Gaskets will select the best turned out horse and present a trophy to connections of the winner of this race.

POSITION OF STALLS

Straight Course - Stand side Round Course - Inside rail 1 mile 4 furlongs - Centre

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SECOND RACE 2.40 THE SIMON’S 20 YEAR HEART TRANSPLANT ANNIVERSARY MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for maiden 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 39)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This six furlongs contest for three-year-olds and upwards is a maiden stakes - a race for horses that have yet to record a racecourse victory. There are a variety of reasons why the older horses in this race could still be maidens. 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

Horse

INDEFENSIBLE (IRE) (10)

B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Vexatious (IRE) Owner: Ownaracehorse, Gracehill & McCracken Trainer: Ollie Pears, Malton

Age

Draw

9 7

(2)

Jockey: Harry Russell Form: 6-20253 Breeder: McCracken Farms

TIMEFORM VIEW Ran up to his best when second of 10 in maiden at Thirsk last month, although he was rather outbattled. Didn’t really take to cheekpieces next time but back on his game when third at Catterick 10 days ago. First try over 6f on turf. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 71

MASTER OF DELPHI (USA) (43)

9 7

(3)

STONEACRE JOE (GB) (29)

9 7

(1)

VALOR SPIRIT (IRE) (29)

9 7

(4)

BLACK ORCHID (GB) (44)

9 2

(5)

B g Munnings (USA) - Stoweshoe (USA) Jockey: Connor Beasley Owner: Ms Janelle Cao Form: 5 Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton Breeder: Doug Branham & Felicia Branham Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW £100,000 yearling, €150,000 2-y-o, Munnings gelding. Half-brother to 3 winners, including winner up to 1 1/4m Desert Peace and winner 5f-6.5f Mission Beach. Dam, US 2-y-o 4.5f (including minor stakes) winner. Too free and dropped away on debut last month but that was over 1m. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

B g Showcasing - Fairy Dust (IRE) Jockey: David Allan Owner: Mr R. Teatum Form: 0-22045 Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Firmly enters the reckoning on a pair of runner-up efforts over 6f in the spring but hasn’t come close to matching that since. Hung left when weakening out of it at Ayr and he has plenty to prove. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 68 B g Ardad (IRE) - Great Dame (IRE) Jockey: Paul Mulrennan Owner: Mr P. A. Chettle Form: 3035-26 Trainer: Bryan Smart, Hambleton Breeder: The Great Dame Partnership Sponsor: Tote TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form in 8 starts as a juvenile for Richard Fahey. After 7 months off (gelded) took a step forward on stable debut when second in 11-runner C&D handicap in May but unable to back that up at Redcar a month ago over 5f. Back up in trip returned to maiden company. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 69

B or Br f Ardad (IRE) - Squash Jockey: Oisin Orr Owner: Amo Racing Limited Form: 22 Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton Breeder: Kirtlington Stud & Mrs Mary Taylor Sponsor: Sports Invest UK Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW 420,000 gns yearling, Ardad filly who showed a bit without suggesting she’ll live up to her pedigree/price tag when runner-up twice in May/June. Should be a major factor in a race like this. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating DECLARED RUNNERS 5

2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Stewards Note: STONEACRE JOE: Following its run on 19/6/2026 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run. Betting Forecast: 2-1 Black Orchid (GB), 5-2 Indefensible (IRE), 4-1 Valor Spirit (IRE), 6-1 Stoneacre Joe (GB), 14-1 Master of Delphi (USA)

BLACK ORCHID has work to do to come close to matching her sales price/pedigree but unlike chief form rivals Indefensible and Valor Spirit, she retains potential. In receipt of 5lb, she

PLAY SMARTER therefore could be the answer.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BLACK ORCHID 2.INDEFENSIBLE (IRE) 3.VALOR SPIRIT (IRE)

RACE RESULT

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4TH

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SECOND RACE

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

RACE DESCRIPTION

THIRD RACE 3.15 THE RIPON BELL-RINGER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBBPlus RACE) for three yrs old and upwards ONE MILE ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (12f abt 10yds) Total prize fund £50000 RACEFORM Owners Prize Money. Winner £20315; Second £10160; Third £5080; Fourth £2540; MEDIAN TIME Fifth £1270; Sixth £635. (Penalty Value £25770) Weights raised 5lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 2 mins 39.30 secs of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS RECORD TIME 2 mins 31.40 secs (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 39) No

Horse

SPIORADALTA (GB) (21)

STAR HARBOUR (IRE) (20)

This is a one mile and four furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 95. 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.

Age

Draw

9 12

(4)

9 10

(1)

B g Rajasinghe (IRE) - Broughtons Secret Jockey: Paul Mulrennan Owner: Clayton Manning, S Morrell & Hathaway Form: 010106 C Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton Breeder: M. E. Broughton Sponsor: Cube3 Construction TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable, forward-going type. Notched his seventh win in just over a year at this course in May. Below form in similar event at Windsor last time (11.5f), however, he’s clearly a better horse at this track (4-time C&D winner). Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 90 B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Sioduil (IRE) Owner: Total Recall Racing Club Trainer: Adrian McGuinness, Ireland

Jockey: Oisin Orr Form: 650425 D Breeder: Mrs Jacqueline Norris

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who chased home a well-treated one (clear of Per Contra in third) in a better race at Carlisle in late-May. Shaped as if still in good form when 9 1/2 lengths fifth at Curragh subsequently, while also extending a losing run stretching back to 2024. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 88

HAKU (IRE) (171)

B g Dragon Pulse (IRE) - Quiania (IRE) Owner: Level Par Racing Trainer: Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster

9 10

(8)

Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa Form: 14513-0 D Breeder: Kildaragh Stud & Michael Downey

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful performer on the all-weather. Better than ever when successful at Southwell in November. Probably in need of a break when down the field on latest start at Kempton over the winter, though it’s hard to be confident he can capitalise on 7lb lower turf mark (0-5 on this surface). Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 88

ELSASS (IRE) (14)

9 9

(2)

PRINCE OF THE SEAS (IRE) (7)

9 9

(3)

SALAMANCA CITY (IRE) (43)

9 6

(5)

PER CONTRA (IRE) (7)

9 4

(7)

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B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Sweet Firebird (IRE) Jockey: Mark Winn Owner: Mr M. J. Macleod Form: 506032 D Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Breeder: Diomed Bloodstock Ltd Sponsor: Baker Finch Interiors, Leods Contracts Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Contested a couple of Derby trials for Ralph Beckett before going on to win 1 1/2m Goodwood handicap last summer. Confirmed he’s back to his best for new connections with close second at Hamilton (13f) last week. Bigger field/stronger pace should see him go one better. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 87 B m Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Sharqawiyah Jockey: Daniel Muscutt Owner: Owners Group 124 Form: 326-121 D Trainer: James Fanshawe, Newmarket Breeder: Glacken View Sponsor: Owners Group TIMEFORM VIEW Form this season looks solid. Narrowly made it 2 wins from 3 at Goodwood last time, having travelled smoothly into the race. That was a career best on the figures, and she’s more than capable of holding her own back up in grade. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 84 B g Footstepsinthesand - Nonetheless (IRE) Jockey: David Allan Owner: Ryedale Partners No 3 Form: 003400 D Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: Mr James Ross Ancell Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up here 12 months ago. Promising signs when third behind Star Harbour/fourth in solid big-field handicap at York before finding John Smith’s Cup too competitive last Saturday. Entitled to do better with sights lowered. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 82

YAFREH (GB) (17)

B c Frankel - Muffri’Ha (IRE) Owner: Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton

8 3

Jockey: Cam Hardie Form: 4422 Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

(6)

TIMEFORM VIEW Frankel colt. Brother to smart winner up to 1 1/4m Al Mubhir. Steadily progressive in maidens. Well positioned when 3/4-length second behind subsequent winner on handicap bow at Thirsk (1 1/2m). In better company taking on his elders for first time, though he’s relatively unexposed. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 78 DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2025: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR Visor worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7. Betting Forecast: 7-2 Prince of The Seas (IRE), 9-2 Elsass (IRE), 5-1 Salamanca City (IRE), Yafreh (GB), 10-1 Spioradalta (GB), Per Contra (IRE), 12-1 Star Harbour (IRE), 22-1 Haku (IRE) PRINCE OF THE SEAS arrives on the back of a couple of useful efforts, and he’s taken to get off the mark for David O’Meara. Per Contra could be worth taking a chance on, with better-than-ever

PLAY SMARTER Salamanca City another to consider in an open-looking handicap.

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TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PRINCE OF THE SEAS (IRE) 2.PER CONTRA (IRE) 3.SALAMANCA CITY (IRE)

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FOURTH RACE 3.53 THE SKY BET GO-RACING-IN-YORKSHIRE SUMMER FESTIVAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) for three yrs old and upwards ONE MILE, ONE FURLONG ABOUT 170 YARDS Total prize fund £15000 RACEFORM Owners Prize Money. Winner £6095; Second £3048; MEDIAN TIME Third £1524; Fourth £762; Fifth £381; Sixth £191. 2 mins 5.60 secs (Penalty Value £7731) SS RECORD TIME 1 min 59.12 secs (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 39) No

Horse

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile, one furlong and 170 yards handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 61 to 80. 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 80 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 75.

Draw

MIDNIGHT STRIKE (IRE) (15)

Age

4 10 2

(2)

QITAAL (GB) (13)

9 12

(6)

YERMANTHERE (IRE) (19)

9 4

(3)

WILD VIOLET (FR) (34)

9 4

(4)

B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Not After Midnight (IRE) Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa Owner: James Paul Services To Industry Ltd Form: 0-00001 Trainer: Jennie Candlish, Leek Breeder: Hawes Stud Sponsor: James Paul Services To Industry Ltd, Equine Products UK Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Useful at his peak in Ireland. Struggled to get competitive in handicaps and made the most of a big drop in grade fitted with headgear when landing 3-runner seller at Beverley 2 weeks ago. Needs to improve on that level in a deeper race. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 80 Ch g Iffraaj - Qaafeya (IRE) Jockey: Connor Beasley Owner: Kingsley Park 47 - Ready To Run Form: 425233 D Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW On a losing run but turned in his best effort of the season dropped in grade when second of 7 in a C&D handicap last month. Cast aside a lesser effort at Beverley when third at Ayr 2 weeks ago and this is a slight drop in class. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 76 Ch g Fast Company (IRE) - Fast Jazz (IRE) Jockey: David Allan Owner: Habton Racing Form: 55-0512 CD Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: Kilnamoragh Stud Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Snapped a long losing run when winning 7-runner C&D handicap last month, well served by the sound gallop and beating Qitaal by a head. Sound second at Pontefract 11 days later and he can remain very competitive. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 68 B f Zarak (FR) - Wild Iris (IRE) Owner: Lady Bamford Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket

Jockey: Oisin Orr Form: 321 D Breeder: Daylesford Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Similar form all 3 starts, shedding maiden status at Salisbury over this trip a month ago. Opening mark isn’t obviously generous but she’s not yet exposed. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 77

LUCKY HERO (IRE) (36)

Ch g Lucky Vega (IRE) - New Terms Owner: Mr Salem Rashid Bin Ghadayer Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

9 3

(1)

Jockey: Mark Winn Form: 230-104 Breeder: Summerhill Bloodstock&Tipper House Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark in 5-runner novice at Redcar on return in April (7f) but unable to continue the good work in a pair of handicaps since. Stamina for this far has to be taken on trust. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 76

POET’S DAWN (GB) (12)

11 9 2

(5)

Ch g Poet’s Voice - Dudley Queen (IRE) Jockey: Sean Kirrane Owner: Mr Timothy O’Gram & Partner Form: 141663 CD Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: Mrs J. K. Powell & Catridge Farm Stud Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran who capitalised on a career-low mark in good style over C&D in May and added a 9f Musselburgh win last month. Rather in-and-out since but just 1lb above that winning mark. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 66 DECLARED RUNNERS 6 2025: EY UP ITS THE BOSS 6 10 4 David Nolan 4-1 (Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood) 9 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 6. Betting Forecast: 11-4 Wild Violet (FR), 10-3 Qitaal (GB), 4-1 Yermanthere (IRE), 11-2 Midnight Strike (IRE), 13-2 Poet’s Dawn (GB), 16-1 Lucky Hero (IRE)

The C&D race QITAAL finished second to Yermanthere looks the key piece of form here, with the Charlie Johnston inmate tentatively selected to reverse the form. 3-y-o Wild Violet is at a PLAY SMARTER different stage of her career and is a potential improver in handicaps. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.QITAAL 2.YERMANTHERE (IRE) 3.WILD VIOLET (FR)

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FIFTH RACE 4.25 THE SKY BET FOR THE FANS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) for four yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £15000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £6095; Second £3048; Third £1524; Fourth £762; Fifth £381; Sixth £191. (Penalty Value £7731) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 39) No

about ONE MILE

This is a one mile handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 66 to 85. Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 6lb.

RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 42.50 secs RECORD TIME 1 min 36.62 secs

Age

Draw

CADARN (IRE) (21)

Horse

9 9

(6)

JIMMY SPEAKING (GB) (43)

9 8

(1)

FARASI LANE (IRE) (16)

9 2

(7)

SIR PAUL RAMSEY (GB) (19)

9 1

(2)

BEN LAWERS (GB) (21)

9 0

(4)

B g Magna Grecia (IRE) - Alltherightmoves (IRE) Jockey: Shane Gray Owner: Mr Roger Peel Form: 04-0501 D Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Breeder: Glashare House Stud Sponsor: K. A. Ryan Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Began 2025 with 2 Redcar wins (for George Boughey) and returned to form from out of the blue with a tongue strap reapplied when winning a 14-runner handicap at York (1m, good to firm) 21 days ago, keeping on well after going with plenty of zest in front. Up 3lb but still well treated on old form. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 85 B g Territories (IRE) - Ever After (FR) Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa Owner: Strawberry Fields Stud Form: 00-1120 D Trainer: Chris Dwyer, Newmarket Breeder: Strawberry Fields Stud Sponsor: Strawberry Fields Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Has returned better than ever, justifying good support in 16-runner handicap at Doncaster before following up despite doing plenty wrong at Southwell (7f). Ran well again when runner-up at Newmarket (1m) last month and fared best of those ridden prominently in a strong race at Epsom since. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 84 B g Belardo (IRE) - No Such Zone Jockey: Aiden Brookes Owner: Mr Anthony Bithell Form: 146555 D Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Breeder: Wicklow Bloodstock Ireland Ltd Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Landed back-to-back handicaps at Wolverhampton in March and has held his form well enough without really looking to have enough handicapping scope in 0-85 company since. Makes debut for new connections (left Dr Richard Newland) having slipped below his previous winning mark. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 78

B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Seychelloise Jockey: Jack Callan (3) Owner: Mr Paul Dean Form: 304060 D BF Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham Breeder: Miss K. Rausing Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Looked like developing into a very useful handicapper last summer but has been disappointing this term, checking again tamely again when trailing home last of 7 in handicap at Pontefract (1m, good to firm) 19 days ago. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 77 Ch c Siyouni (FR) - Blond Me (IRE) Owner: Mr Anthony Fenlon Trainer: Simon Waugh, Morpeth

Jockey: Harry Russell Form: 156060 D Breeder: Pursuit of Success LLC

TIMEFORM VIEW Narrowly landed the odds in a Dundalk maiden (1m) in February but hasn’t kicked on in handicaps since, often racing too freely and/or starting slowly. Left Mrs J. Harrington for 5,000gns before his latest start, when last of 14 in a York handicap. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 76

GARDEN OASIS (GB) (19)

JESMOND DAWN (IRE) (12)

11 8 10

(3)

(5)

B g Excelebration (IRE) - Queen Arabella Jockey: David Allan Owner: Mr T. A. Scothern & Partner Form: 233054 CD Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: Meon Valley Stud Sponsor: Electrical Discount UK TIMEFORM VIEW Seven-time C&D winner was placed 3 times in April/May and forced the pace until being headed approaching the final 1f when fourth of 7 in handicap at Pontefract (1m, good to firm) 19 days ago. Has eased further in the weights and can’t be ruled out with blinkers back on. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 72 B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Strapless (IRE) Owner: The Weighting Game Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton

8 8

Jockey: Andrew Mullen Form: 0-02351 CD Breeder: J. S. Bolger

TIMEFORM VIEW Has a good record here (finished in the first 2 on 5 of his 7 starts) and proved better than ever when winning a 9-runner handicap at this C&D (good) 12 days ago. Up in grade from 5lb higher mark but he should go well again. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 70

DECLARED RUNNERS 7 2025: COSMOS RAJ 7 8 10 Cian Horgan 6-1 (David O’Meara) 6 ran Blinkers worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3. Betting Forecast: 5-2 Jesmond Dawn (IRE), 11-4 Cadarn (IRE), 6-1 Jimmy Speaking (GB), 7-1 Garden Oasis (GB), 9-1 Farasi Lane (IRE), 12-1 Sir Paul Ramsey (GB), 25-1 Ben Lawers (GB) JIMMY SPEAKING has returned an improved performer in 2026 and emerged with credit having raced up with a strong gallop in a higher grade than this at Epsom last time. He’s PLAY SMARTER preferred to Cadarn, who retains handicapping scope on the back of his shock York win, and recent C&D winner Jesmond Dawn. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.JIMMY SPEAKING 2.CADARN (IRE) 3.JESMOND DAWN (IRE)

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SIXTH RACE 5.03 THE NAPOLEONS CASINO AND RESTAURANT LEEDS 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) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 39) No

This is a one mile handicap race for three-year-olds which have been rated from 46 to 60. 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.

about ONE MILE RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 42.50 secs RECORD TIME 1 min 36.62 secs

Horse

SPARKLING PINK (GB) (28)

BALMORAL BOY (IRE) (33)

Draw

9 9

(2)

9 8

(5)

B f Due Diligence (USA) - Fenella Rose Jockey: Jack Garritty Owner: Mr A. Brooke Rankin Form: 00-0304 Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay Breeder: Manor Farm Stud (Rutland) Sponsor: Adrian Nicholls Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Standout effort for current yard when third at Doncaster (7f) in April. Possibly failed to stay to the longer trip when fourth of 12 in handicap at Redcar (1m, good, 6/1) 28 days ago. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 60 B g Supremacy (IRE) - Dame Shirley Owner: Simcam Racing Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton Sponsor: North Group Limited, Simpson Refractories Ltd

Jockey: Alex Jary (3) Form: 36500 Breeder: Denis Phelan

TIMEFORM VIEW No impact in a pair of 1m handicaps in recent months, albeit caught wider than ideal at Wetherby on latest start. Improvement required. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 59

MOHMENTOUS (GB) (16)

AURELUNE (IRE) (14)

9 8

(8)

9 7

(7)

B g Mohaather - Taleteller (USA) Jockey: Jack Callan (3) Owner: Homebred Racing Form: 401123 D BF Trainer: Ollie Sangster, Marlborough Breeder: D. R. Botterill & Lord Marchwood Sponsor: Chris Wall Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Showed much improved form switched to turf when an easy winner at Bath in April and progressed further when defying a penalty at Redcar the following week. Has shaped as if still in good form on both subsequent starts and may benefit from this return to shorter. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 59 B f Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Queen of Carthage (USA) Owner: Sheikh Hamed Dalmook Al Maktoum Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton

Jockey: Shane Gray Form: 53603 Breeder: Suroben Ltd & Summerhill B’Stock

TIMEFORM VIEW 155,000 gns Ghaiyyath filly who posted an improved effort when third of 9 in 1m handicap at Leicester (good to firm) 14 days ago, despite not going with any great zest. Eased 1lb. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 58

DELEVINGNE DREAM (IRE) (30)

9 7

(3)

SINGARDA (GB) (15)

9 6

(1)

B f Churchill (IRE) - Sweet Dream Jockey: Kaiya Fraser Owner: CJ Thoroughbreds and Partners Form: 0-00 Trainer: Harry Eustace, Newmarket Breeder: Morera Partnership Sponsor: Le Chameau Holdings Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Expensive yearling who offered a bit more than previously when seventh of 8 in maiden at Yarmouth (1m, good to firm) 30 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Into handicaps now and more required. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 58 B g Zoustar (AUS) - Roppongi Owner: D Bishop, S Bland & T Coyle Trainer: Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton

Jockey: Tom Eaves Form: 6-50045 Breeder: Isa Salman Al Khalifa

TIMEFORM VIEW Has yet to build on an encouraging C&D, though did take a step back in the right direction with cheekpieces applied when fifth of 7 in handicap at Beverley (8.5f, good to firm) 15 days ago, needing stiffer test. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 57

VEGA’S VIRTUE (IRE) (15)

B f Lucky Vega (IRE) - Grace And Virtue (IRE) Owner: Mr T. A. Scothern & Partner Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Sponsor: Electrical Discount UK

9 5

Jockey: David Allan Form: 0-05130 CD Breeder: Roundhill Stud

(6)

TIMEFORM VIEW Seen to good effect when winning at Ripon over 1m in May. However, not in the same form on both outings since, carrying her head awkwardly at Doncaster latest. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 56

SOVEREIGN BRIGHT (GB) (14)

B f Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Mount Crystal (IRE) Owner: Kingsley Park 47 - Ready To Run Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

9 5

Jockey: Connor Beasley Form: 5-33060 Breeder: The Pocock Family

(9)

TIMEFORM VIEW Overdid the forcing tactics in first-time cheekpieces when eighth of 9 in 1m handicap at Leicester (good to firm) 14 days ago. Hood now tried. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 56

TRUCIAL PEARL (GB) (2)

8 12

(4)

B f Ardad (IRE) - Emirates Rewards Jockey: Billy Garritty Owner: Mick & David Easterby 50 Racing Form: 365314 CD BF Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton Breeder: Emirates Rewards Partnership Sponsor: Stittenham Farms TIMEFORM VIEW Upped her game when off the mark in 8-runner handicap over C&D (good to firm) 30 days ago, suited by a sound gallop and beating a subsequent dual scorer. Shaped as if still in good form from bad draw at Thirsk on Thursday and can go well again. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 49 DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2025: PINK AZALEA (IRE) 3 9 6 Josephine Gordon 15-8 (John & Sean Quinn) 7 ran Hood worn first time by No. 8. Visor worn by No. 9. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 7. Stewards Note: MOHMENTOUS: Following its run on 2/7/2026 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed. Betting Forecast: 11-4 Trucial Pearl (GB), 4-1 Mohmentous (GB), 13-2 Aurelune (IRE), 7-1 Sparkling Pink (GB), 8-1 Singarda (GB), 12-1 Delevingne Dream (IRE), 20-1 Vega’s Virtue (IRE), Sovereign Bright (GB), 28-1 Balmoral Boy (IRE)

TRUCIAL PEARL raised her game when scoring over C&D last month and shaped as if still in good form at Thirsk on Thursday. She can win again if turned out quickly. Mohmentous is likely to remain competitive PLAY SMARTER with the drop in trip looking in his favour, while Singarda is fancied to fill the places returning to the scene of his encouraging reappearance. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TRUCIAL PEARL 2.MOHMENTOUS 3.SINGARDA

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

Horse

SERGEANT MAYER (IRE) (61)

B g Soldier’s Call - Suedehead Owner: The Olliers Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton Sponsor: Alexanders York

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a six furlongs confined handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 60 and are yet to win a race this year. 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.

Age

Draw

9 12

(11)

Jockey: Alex Jary (3) Form: 440-060 C D Breeder: Mr James Waldron

TIMEFORM VIEW Has won at this course but is yet to fire this season. Regular cheekpieces now discarded and he’s tough to fancy despite drop in grade and stable’s good form. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 58

GET UP EVERYBODY (IRE) (15)

9 12

(8)

VON TROTTER (GB) (21)

9 9

(7)

B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Laila Honiwillow Jockey: Paul Mulrennan Owner: Mr J. N. Blackburn Form: 03-3405 BF Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud Sponsor: Sheridan Ny Llp TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden after 13 starts who made the frame first 2 outings this year, one of which is working out well. Last couple of runs have been below par but his stable is generally in good order and this first dip into 0-60 company could see him figure. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 58 Br g Mattmu - Bankawi Owner: South Bank Racing & Partners Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton Sponsor: Southbank Racing

Jockey: Billy Garritty Form: 2-20006 Breeder: M. W. Easterby

TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in maiden in March on reappearance but not got near that form in handicaps since, plugging on as if in need of stiffer tests last time. Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 60

OASIS COVER (GB) (28)

9 9

(6)

ACT OF VIOLENCE (GB) (21)

9 8

(5)

JACK RABBIT SLIMS (GB) (4)

9 8

(2)

B f Oasis Dream - Soft Cover Jockey: Aiden Brookes Owner: Mr Anthony Bithell Form: 556-302 Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham Breeder: Robert Cornelius Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Well suited by step back up to 6f when good second of 10 at Redcar for Edward Bethell 28 days ago and should play a leading role in similar company here, though she has changed yards in the meantime. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 60

Gr g Outstrip - Bacall Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa Owner: Peter R Ball & Contubernium Racing Form: 4606-04 CD BF Trainer: Tony Carroll, Cropthorne Breeder: Mrs S Field, Miss S Field & Mr A Turbitt Sponsor: Mill House Racing Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Returns to C&D where he recorded his last win back in 2024. Needed run on first start since leaving David Loughnane when fourth of 6 at Chepstow over 5f (7/4F) 21 days ago and he could make a much greater impact with this under his belt for stable renowned for getting the best out of new recruits. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 54 B g Aclaim (IRE) - Velvet Jaguar Owner: Simon Bland Tony Coyle Trainer: Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton

Jockey: Tom Eaves Form: 024424 Breeder: Dr A. Gillespie

TIMEFORM VIEW Still a maiden after 13 starts, though was only beaten a nose at Beverley 25 days ago. Respectable fourth of 8 there 4 days ago and now steps back up to 6f with place claims. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 59

MISTER SKY BLUE (IRE) (17)

9 3

(3)

B g River Boyne (IRE) - Sacrament (IRE) Jockey: Kaiya Fraser Owner: Mr R & Mrs J E Huin Form: 40-2020 D Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton Breeder: Oak Leaf Stud Sponsor: Gemma Tutty Racing Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Placed twice this season including second of 7 at Hamilton in June but only ninth of 18 in a handicap at Thirsk 17 days ago in first-time blinkers, though wasn’t ideally placed. Could bounce back but strike rate suggests he’s an unlikely winner. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 49

HURSTWOOD (GB) (17)

Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Haigh Hall Owner: Hard Held Partnership and Angus Racing Trainer: Peter Niven, Malton Sponsor: Clova Hotel & Lodges

9 2

Jockey: Mark Winn Form: 0-04660 CD Breeder: Highfield Farm LLP

(1)

TIMEFORM VIEW Four-time C&D winner but has been out of sorts and hard to fancy in current heart despite tumbling mark. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 48

INDY’S ANGEL (GB) (10)

9 1

(4)

9 1

(10)

9 0

(9)

B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Marmot Bay (IRE) Jockey: Connor Beasley Owner: The Summer Nights Partnership Form: 000022 D Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond Breeder: Ace Bloodstock Ltd Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Returned to form when runner-up last 2 starts, including when second of 9 to subsequent winner at Catterick over 7f 10 days ago. Back at 6f but more required to end losing run. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 47

10 LONG SHOT (GB) (12)

B g Mattmu - Gran Canaria Queen Jockey: David Allan Owner: Racing Knights & Ptnr Form: 302424 BF Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: Habton Racing Sponsor: MDB Engineering Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Went close when second of 7 at Catterick in weak affair over 6f 26 days ago, collared dying strides. Probably remained in form when fourth of 9 over C&D 12 days ago and this looks a realistic race for him to figure in. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 52

11 LADY BOUQUET (GB) (2) B m Land Force (IRE) - Loulou Bellini Owner: James and Susan Cookson Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond Sponsor: Philip Kirby Racing, Topspec Equine Ltd

Jockey: Cam Hardie Form: 036434 D Breeder: Highclere Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Continues to give her running, finishing fourth at Hamilton on Thursday. Should be competitive again. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 46 DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2025: ROUNDHAY PARK 10 9 7 Alex Jary 3-1 (Nigel Tinkler) 10 ran Blinkers worn by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 9, 10, 11. Betting Forecast: 7-2 Act of Violence (GB), 6-1 Get Up Everybody (IRE), 13-2 Long Shot (GB), 10-1 Hurstwood (GB), 12-1 Jack Rabbit Slims (GB), Mister Sky Blue (IRE), Indy’s Angel (GB), Lady Bouquet (GB), 14-1 Oasis Cover (GB), 22-1 Sergeant Mayer (IRE), 33-1 Von Trotter (GB) C&D winner ACT OF VIOLENCE is potentially well treated on his second outing for a yard almost certain to get the best of him, so he could be the answer. Oasis Cover built on handicap debut/ return at the second attempt when runner-up at Redcar so is next best starting out for a new yard, PLAY SMARTER with Get Up Everybody also considered down in class. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ACT OF VIOLENCE 2.OASIS COVER 3.GET UP EVERYBODY (IRE)

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RACE CONDITIONS FIRST RACE 2.05 - THE DOBSONS GASKETS 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, the fourth £675 and the fifth £336. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible. Enter by noon, July 13th and pay £55 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 16th. 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). E. DOBSON (GASKETS) LIMITED has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. In addition a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 10 entries at £55. - Closed July 13th, 2026. SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE. SECOND RACE 2.40 - THE SIMON’S 20 YEAR HEART TRANSPLANT ANNIVERSARY MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for maiden three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, July 13th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 16th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 12lb; fillies 9st 7lb. SIMON KENNERLEY has kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, he will award a cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 8 entries at £50. - Closed July 13th, 2026. SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. THIRD RACE 3.15 - THE RIPON BELL-RINGER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBBPlus RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £25770 to the winning horse The second to receive £12085, the third £6045, the fourth £3020, the fifth £1510 and the sixth £755. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97; such horses rated 68 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £200 stake if the horse is rated 69 or higher, or £40 stake if the horse is rated 68 or lower with £160 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 16th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after July 11th, 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. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 14 entries at £200. - Closed July 13th, 2026. SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE. FOURTH RACE 3.53 - THE SKY BET GO-RACING-IN-YORKSHIRE SUMMER FESTIVAL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7731 to the winning horse The second to receive £3625, the third £1813, the fourth £906, the fifth £453 and the sixth £226. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 16th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 7lb Penalties, after July 11th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. SKY BET has generously supported this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a £50 cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 10 entries at £75. - Closed July 13th, 2026. SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE. FIFTH RACE 4.25 - THE SKY BET FOR THE FANS HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £7731 to the winning horse The second to receive £3625, the third £1813, the fourth £906, the fifth £453 and the sixth £226. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 66-85 (also open to such horses rated 86 and 87; such horses rated 65 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £75 stake if the horse is rated 66 or higher, or £15 stake if the horse is rated 65 or lower with £60 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 16th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 11th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 15 entries at £75. - Closed July 13th, 2026. SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE. SIXTH RACE 5.03 - THE NAPOLEONS CASINO AND RESTAURANT LEEDS 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 45 and below). £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. July 16th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 11th, 2026, for each race won 6lb. NAPOLEONS CASINO AND RESTAURANT LEEDS has generously sponsored this and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a cash prize to racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 12 entries at £50. - Closed July 13th, 2026. SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE. SEVENTH RACE 5.35 - THE ALDWARK MANOR ESTATE LUXURYYORKSHIRE HOTEL “CONFINED” HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (for horses which have not won a race in 2026) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 which have not won a race in 2026 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £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. July 16th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 12lb; 3-y-o 8st 7lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 12lb; 3-y-o 9st 7lb. ALDWARK MANOR ESTATE has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, they will award a cash prize to racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 14 entries at £50. - Closed July 13th, 2026. SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.

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