It’s been a very quick turnaround from racing last night and we are ready to go for Ladies Day! Our thanks to Grantley Hall and Jenny Roberts Millinery for providing wonderful prizes for the winners of our Best Dressed Lady and Best Hat competitions.
Please join us at the Winners Enclosure at 3:20pm to take part or observe.
We also have a Best Dressed Gentleman competition this afternoon, sponsored by The Ripon Inn. Please join us at the Winners Enclosure at 2:45pm, after race 2, for a chance to win dinner, bed and breakfast at the Ripon Inn and tickets to a fixture of choice in the remainder of our 2025 season.
On the track our feature race today is the Ripon Races Ladies Day Handicap at 3.50, featuring a host of Distance winners and six-time Course and Distance winner Fortamour. He’s been back here with a second and a third this season already and looks to go well but in what looks a highly competitive contest, a case can be made for all of the contenders.
It’s amazing how quickly the season is flying by and we’re already at the half-way point but there is still plenty to look forward to. Looking ahead to July we have evening racing on Monday 7th followed by our Go Racing in Yorkshire Summer Festival meeting on Saturday 19th.
Wishing you a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon, and we hope to see you again soon.
Very best wishes,
JAMES HUTCHINSON Managing Director
WHERE TO EAT & DRINK
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TRACKFACTS
A right-handed oval track, one mile five furlongs in extent, which joins the straight course five furlongs from the finish. The undulations in the straight do not favour big galloping types.
TOP COURSE TRAINERS
LEADING TRAINERS AT RIPON (2020-2025) WITH RUNNERS:
T EASTERBY (79 wins from 622 runners, 13%) runs EVELYN’S PHOENIX (3.15), FIVETHOUSANDTOONE (3.50), GLENDOWN and PROFITEER (5.10), FLAMBOROUGH HEAD and PERFIDIA (5.43).
R FAHEY (31 wins from 211 runners, 15%) runs SPORTING LIGHT (2.40).
D O’MEARA (28 wins from 240 runners, 12%) runs LUCKY HERO (2.40), WESTERNESSE (3.15), PALS BATTALION (3.50), PERCY’S DAYDREAM (4.30). TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
C JOHNSTON (12 wins from 54 runners, 22%) runs ISAMBARD KINGDOM (2.40).
K R BURKE (8 wins from 40 runners, 20%) runs ELLUSIVE BUTTERFLY (2.40), ARKINTHESTARS (4.30).
R FAHEY (6 wins from 52 runners, 12%) runners listed above.
WEIGHTWATCHER
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT RIPON (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:
DAVID ALLAN (56 wins from 327 rides, 17%) rides EVELYN’S PHOENIX (3.15), FIVETHOUSANDTOONE (3.50), PIVOTAL AFFAIR (4.30), PROFITEER (5.10), FLAMBOROUGH HEAD (5.43).
DAVID NOLAN (19 wins from 123 rides, 15%) rides LUCKY HERO (2.40), PARIS LIGHTS (3.15), PERCY’S DAYDREAM (4.30), ROCK OF ENGLAND (5.10), GROUNDHOG (5.43).
SAM JAMES (14 wins from 114 rides, 12%) rides ELLUSIVE BUTTERFLY (2.40), TREFOR (3.50), ARKINTHESTARS (4.30), MARK’S CHOICE (5.10), SOVEREIGN CLASS (5.43).
JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
DARRAGH KEENAN (6 wins from 30 rides, 20%) rides FRONT LINE FURY (2.40).
BILLY GARRITTY (5 wins from 23 rides, 22%) rides BULMER BANK (5.10), KEATS HOUSE (5.43).
ROWAN SCOTT (5 wins from 37 rides, 14%) rides MILTEYE (3.15), IRISH NECTAR (3.50), THAKHEERA (4.30), RAFT UP (5.10).
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 2.05 Star Start (won off 62 down 4lb to 58); Irv (won off 55 down 9lb to 46); 5.10 Flavius Titus (won off 50 down 4lb to 46); Glendown (won off 69 down 12lb to 57); South Shore (won off 75 down 12lb to 63); Rock Of England (won off 82 down 17lb to 65); Roundhay Park (won off 79 down 17lb to 62).
CLASSYTIPS
The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 2.40 ISAMBARD KINGDOM (down 3 grades); 2.40 LUCKY HERO (down 3).
LONGEST TRAVELLERS
RIYADH GEM (3.15) trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, distance of 211 miles. TREFOR (3.50) trained by C Hills, Lambourn, distance of 211 miles. FRONT LINE FURY (2.40) trained by G Scott, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles PIVOTAL AFFAIR (4.30) trained by M Bell, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles WAR SUPREMO (4.30) trained by S & E Crisford, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles BOSPHORUS ROSE (3.15) & PENDRAGON (4 30) trained by Sir M Prescott, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles
TODAY’S TIPS
RACE
1
PARISH COUNCILLOR bounced back to form when filling the runner-up spot at Redcar last month and he competes off an unchanged mark. If the five-year-old can produce a similar display, he could be the one to beat. Fiftyshadesaresdev finished a close third at Pontefract on his first appearance for this stable and he has to be considered. Star Start is another to keep an eye on.
WIN: PARISH COUNCILLOR DANGER: FIFTYSHADESARESDEV
RACE 2
FRONT LINE FURY has shown a fair amount of ability in his two career starts, sporting first-time blinkers to finish fourth at Nottingham last time. The son of Kodi Bear looks to have been found a nice opportunity and can open his account. Lucky Hero lost two places inside the last furlong to finish fifth at Chester, but he could take a step forward to have a say. 30,000-euro purchase Ellusive Butterfly warrants a market check on her racecourse bow.
RACE 3
Mr Jetman came through the field to record a double over a mile at this track and he holds an obvious chance. The slight concern is this step back up in distance and, with that in mind, BOSPHORUS ROSE gets the nod. Sir Mark Prescott’s filly built on three encouraging displays as a juvenile when scoring on her return at Bath. She remains unexposed and will prove hard to beat on her handicap debut. Paris Lights can fight it out for the minor honours.
WIN:BOSPHORUS ROSE DANGER: MR JETMAN
RACE 4
Having dropped to his last winning mark, Baldomero got his head back in front at Doncaster 12 days ago. Mick Appleby’s gelding warrants consideration, but a 4lb rise and step up in class might leave him vulnerable. With that in mind, COMMANCHE FALLS could be the one to capitalise after bouncing back to form with a good second at Hamilton recently Trefor and Irish Nectar are worth a second look as well.
RACE 5
WAR SUPREMO has finished third in all three outings over 1m2f this season and, stepping up in distance on his handicap bow, he could be ready to strike. The son of Churchill shapes as if a stiffer test of stamina will suit and an official rating of 75 looks workable. Fellow handicap debutant Percy’s Daydream was awarded a race at Lingfield last month and is a feasible alternative, along with Arkinthestars.
RACE 6
The application of a hood did the trick for recent Wetherby scorer SOUTH SHORE and there could be more to come. A 3lb nudge up the ratings looks workable for Ruth Carr’s charge and a brace may beckon. Fellow last-time-out winner Raft Up must enter calculations in his current fettle, although a 6lb higher mark does demand more from the four-year-old. With that in mind, a bigger threat may emerge from Mark’s Choice in first-time cheekpieces.
RACE 7
GROUNDHOG didn’t enjoy the best of passages when grabbing second at Carlisle last month and compensation could be in the offing. The River Boyne gelding makes plenty of appeal off an unchanged mark and, granted better luck, should take all the beating. Flamborough Head found himself with too much to do when finishing third over C&D and may reverse form with runner-up Sovereign Class. Perfidia could also figure now stepping up in distance.
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.
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3022; Second £1511; Third £755; Fourth £378; Fifth £189. (PenaltyValue £3476.90) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. A SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
No Horse
1 STAR START (IRE) (13)
B g U S Navy Flag (USA) - Button Up (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Ruth A. Carr
Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington
Sponsor: William Hill
RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME
2 mins 39.30 secs
RECORD TIME
2 mins 31.40 secs
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a one mile and four furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 60 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.
5 10 9 (1)
Jockey: Miss Charli Parker
Form: 1360-06 C
Breeder: Longueville BS & Ederidge Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner 18/1, sixth of 7 in handicap at Doncaster (1 1/2m, good to firm) 13
Others more persuasive.
2 PARISH COUNCILLOR (IRE) (24)
B g Ruler of The World (IRE) - Sweet Surprise (IRE)
5 10 8 (7)
Jockey: Miss Alice Keighley
Owner: Miss N. J. Barron Form: 05-5052 BF
Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk
Sponsor: Tote
Breeder: J. M. McGrath
TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2023. Second of 13 in handicap (4/1) at Redcar (1 1/4m, good to firm) 24 days ago, nearest finish. Up in trip. Shortlist material.
3 FIFTYSHADESARESDEV (FR) (27)
Gr g Johnny Barnes (IRE) - Tina Nova (FR)
6 10 1 (5)
Jockey: Miss Serena Brotherton
Owner: Resdev Form: 6-32303
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Sponsor: Resdev Ltd
Breeder: EARL Mell Elevages & Mr F. & Mrs M. Mell
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 31 Flat runs. 5/1 and visored first time, first run since leaving Micky Hammond when creditable third of 8 in handicap at Pontefract (1 1/2m, good to firm) 27 days ago. New stable no stranger to success in this race
4 MASS CONSUMPTION (IRE) (12)
Gr g Cotai Glory - Day Creek
Owner: Mr P Boyle & Mr Brian Ellison
Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton
Sponsor: Brian Ellison Racing Limited
5 10 0 (6)
Jockey: Miss Hannah Dring
Form: 0436-00
Breeder: Joseph & Adrian Reid
TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in 1m handicaps both runs this season but has dropped to a career-low mark and this is more his trip. Headgear worn on last 8 starts is left off Needs monitoring in the betting.
5 ELZOUR (GB) (8)
B g U S Navy Flag (USA) - Azenzar
Owner: Mr J. Morris
Trainer: Ian McInnes, Catwick
4 9 12 (3)
Jockey: Miss Stephanie Dorey
Form: 5000
Breeder: Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden on Flat 150/1 and blinkered first time, last of 11 in classified event at Yarmouth (1m, good) 8 days ago. Significantly up in trip. Makes handicap debut.
6 IRV
(IRE) (24)
Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Marion Antoinette (IRE)
Owner: The Rat Pack Racing Club
Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham
Sponsor: Micky Hammond Racing
9 9 11 (4)
Jockey: Miss Becky Smith
Form: 460-000
Breeder: Mrs Marion Emerson
TIMEFORM VIEW 14/1, eighth of 13 in handicap at Redcar (1 1/4m, good to firm) 24 days ago. Back up in trip. Respected.
7
YAKHABAR
(GB) (10)
B g Ulysses (IRE) - End of An Era (IRE)
Owner: Foulrice Park Racing Limited
Trainer: Liam Bailey, Middleham
Sponsor: Show Business Interiors Ltd
9 10 (8)
Jockey: Miss Amy Collier
Form: 324306 D
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable sixth of 10 in handicap at Pontefract (17f, good, 28/1) 10 days ago, unable to sustain effort. Tongue strap on first time and cheekpieces back on.
8 RAINCLOUD (GB) (316)
Ch m Ulysses (IRE) - Flood Warning
Owner: Mrs M. Chapman
Trainer: Michael Chapman, Market Rasen
5 9 10 (2)
Jockey: Miss Natasha Cookson
Form: 000/000-
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW No show in her 2 Flat runs since joining this yard but she was second (albeit beaten 19 lengths) in a novice hurdle at Cartmel last month. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 43
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
2024: SAMEEM (IRE) 8 10 9 Mrs Emily Roberts 5-1 (Tim Easterby) 10 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No 7. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7. Stewards Note: MASS CONSUMPTION: Following its run on 7/6/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away Betting Forecast:
PARISH COUNCILLOR gets the nod to build on a promising second over 1 1/4m at Redcar last month, with the way he finished on that occasion suggesting this trip should be within range. Fiftyshadesaresdev is a long-standing maiden but was a close third on his first outing for this yard and is second choice ahead of former stablemate Irv.
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
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SECOND RACE 2.40
THE RIPON INN BEST DRESSED GENTLEMAN EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)
for novice two yrs old Total prize fund £9000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3840; Second £1920; Third £960; Fourth £480. (Penalty Value £4860) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 13.50 secs RECORD TIME 1 min 10.40 secs
1 FRONT LINE FURY (IRE) (15)
B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Bobbi Grace (IRE)
Owner: Victorious Racing
Trainer: George Scott, Newmarket
Sponsor: George Scott Racing, JS Bloodstock Consultancy
RACE DESCRIPTION
This six furlongs Novice Stakes is restricted to two-year-olds but in order to take part all of the runners must meet certain conditions. Unlike a maiden, which is restricted to horses yet to record a victory, winning horses which have run in a maximum of six races are eligible to run. Weights are set according to sex before previous winners are allocated penalties depending on the level at which they have been successful.
Jockey: Darragh Keenan
Form: 34
Breeder: Brickfield Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. 16/1 and blinkered first time, fourth of 11 in novice at
good to soft) 15 days ago. Sets the standard
2 ISAMBARD KINGDOM (IRE) (35)
Ch c No Nay Never (USA) - Sophie P
9 7 (5)
Jockey: Andrew Mullen
Owner: Mr R. Trew Form: 0
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
Breeder: D. Pearson
TIMEFORM VIEW 66/1, last of 11 in novice at York (6f, good) on debut 35 days ago. This is an easier race and no surprise were he to prove a different proposition now.
3 LUCKY HERO (IRE) (5)
Ch c Lucky Vega (IRE) - New Terms
Jockey: David Nolan
Owner: Mr Salem Rashid Bin Ghadayer Form: 5
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
9 7 (2)
Breeder: Summerhill Bloodstock&Tipper House Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW 17/2, fifth of 10 in novice at Chester (6f, good to soft) on debut 5 days ago. Likely to improve
4 SPORTING LIGHT (IRE) (33)
B c Calyx - Chase The Light (IRE)
Owner: Sporting Life Racing Club - R Fahey
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
9 7 (4)
Jockey: Harry Russell
Form: 46
Breeder: Edgeridge Ltd And Glenvale Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced maiden. 12/1, sixth of 13 in maiden at Doncaster (5f, firm) 33 days ago. Improvement will be needed. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA
5 ELLUSIVE BUTTERFLY (IRE) (-)
B f Invincible Army (IRE) - Gheedaa (USA)
Jockey: Sam James
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 5 & E Burke Form:
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Sponsor: Tattersalls
9 2 (1)
Breeder: Ballybin Stud Ltd. & Patrick F. Kelly
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 10. €30,000 Invincible Army filly Half-sister to 3 winners, including 2-y-o 6f winner Arabian Sun and 6f/7f winner Gidwa. Dam 2-y-o 6f winner. Likely type for top stable.
6 TWILIGHT DAWN (GB) (-)
B f Twilight Son - Heartstring
RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -
9 2 (3)
Jockey: Andrea Pinna (7)
Owner: Five Rise Partnership Form:
Trainer: Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft
Sponsor: Yorkshire Bale
Breeder: Bumble Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 1. 12,000 gns foal, £1,000 yearling, Twilight Son filly Half-sister to 5f winner Dothan. Dam maiden sprinter, closely related to smart sprinter Dutch Masterpiece.
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
Betting Forecast:
Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
2024: LINE OF FORCE (IRE) 2 9 7 Shane Gray 3-1 (K R Burke) 10 ran
9-4 Ellusive Butterfly (IRE), 5-2 Front Line Fury (IRE), 7-2 Lucky Hero (IRE), 9-1 Isambard Kingdom (IRE), 10-1 Sporting Light (IRE), 50-1 Twilight Dawn (GB)
Those with experience don’t set the bar that high so a chance is taken on Karl Burke newcomer
with con
dence in her chance increased should the betting vibes be
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
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THIRD RACE 3.15
THE GRANTLEY HALL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for three yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £9000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
1 WESTERNESSE (IRE) (6)
B g Camelot - Truthwillsetufree (IRE)
RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME
2 mins 5.60 secs RECORD TIME 1 min 59.12 secs
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a one mile and one furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 56 to 75 To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have run at least three times in a Flat race in Britain, or have run in no more than two Flat races run in Britain and won at least one of them. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap. In simple terms a horse rated 75 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 70.
Jockey: Mark Winn
Owner: The Horse Watchers 7 Form: 104445
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Sponsor: Timeform
10 2 (1)
Breeder: Maurice Regan
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle in March. 7/1, creditable fifth of 20 in handicap at York (1 1/4m, good to firm) 6 days ago. Respected faced with a less-competitive scenario.Star Rati
2 PARIS LIGHTS (IRE) (27)
B g Siyouni (FR) - Cabaret (IRE)
6 9 9 (7)
Jockey: David Nolan
Owner: Wrenegade Racing Form: 526253 D
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow
Sponsor: Tote
Breeder: Woodnook Farm Pty Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable third of 7 in handicap (4/1) at Pontefract (1m, good to firm) 27 days ago. Up in trip
3 MILTEYE (GB) (15)
B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Fondie (IRE)
Owner: Rise One Racing - Milteye
Trainer: Harriet Bethell, Arnold
5 9 8 (4)
Jockey: Rowan Scott
Form: 0/00-233 BF
Breeder: Daniel Hunt
TIMEFORM VIEW Three creditable placed efforts since joining Harriet Bethell, the latest when third at Nottingham (1 1/4m, good to soft) 15 days ago. Shortlist material.
4 CODE PURPLE (GB) (12)
B g Ribchester (IRE) - Sugar Free (GER)
Owner: Daniel Shapiro & David Clifford
Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham
6 9 7 (2)
Jockey: Joanna Mason
Form: 022-020
Breeder: Black Type Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Eighth of 9 in handicap at Musselburgh (7f, good to firm) 12 days ago but was a good second over 1m there prior to that. Up in trip.
5 MR JETMAN (IRE) (15)
B g Territories (IRE) - Silent Secret (IRE)
Owner: Group Equine Racing IX
Trainer: Seb Spencer, Malton
Sponsor: Eco-Power Racing, New Group Equine Ltd
5 9 3 (8)
Jockey: Alex Jary (5)
Form: 323011 C
Breeder: Roland H. Alder
TIMEFORM VIEW On a course hat-trick after a pair of 1m wins in recent weeks. Placed over this trip earlier in his career Has to enter the reckoning in his current mood.
6 RIYADH GEM (IRE) (14)
B c Oasis Dream - Halfwaytothemoon (IRE)
Owner: F Bandar
Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn
Sponsor: Archie Watson Racing Ltd
3 9 3 (5)
Jockey: Andrew Mullen
Form: 001-133
Breeder: Lady Bamford
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Southwell (1m) and Wolverhampton (9.5f) in his first 2 handicaps. Cheekpieces on first time, creditable third of 8 in handicap at Chelmsford (1 1/4m) 14 days ago.
7 BOSPHORUS ROSE (GB) (27)
B f Golden Horn - May Rose (IRE)
3 9 3 (3)
Jockey: Shane Kelly
Owner: The Bosphorus Rose Partnership Form: 333-1 D
Trainer: Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket
Sponsor: Tote
Breeder: Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 3-runner novice at Bath (10.2f, good to firm, 6/4) 27 days ago, bit in hand. Likely more to come from this lightly-raced 3-y-o in handicaps. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 74
8 EVELYN’S PHOENIX (FR) (10) 4 9 3 (6)
B g Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Pebbles Place
Owner: Mr John R. Saville
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
Jockey: David Allan
Form: 100-056 CD
Breeder: Mr Sam Sangster
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. Sixth of 8 in handicap (16/5) at Pontefract (1 1/4m, good) 10 days ago. Tongue strap on first time. Bounce back needed. Star Rating
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2024: UP THE JAZZ (IRE) 3 8 12 Connor Murtagh 10-3 (Richard Fahey) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 6, 8. Betting Forecast:
Sir Mark Prescott 3-y-o BOSPHORUS ROSE is the one in this line-up with the obvious potential for better and can deny Mr Jetman a course hat-trick. Milteye can continue his run of good form for Harriet Bethell, while Westernesse should also be competitive in a lower grade than he contested at York last week.
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
A representative of Grantley Hall will select the best turned out horse and present a trophy to connections of the winner of this race.
POSITION OF STALLS
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FOURTH RACE 3.50
THE RIPON RACES LADIES DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £25000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318. (Penalty Value £12885) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 13.50 secs RECORD TIME 1 min 09.04 secs
1 COMMANCHE FALLS (GB) (14)
Br g Lethal Force (IRE) - Joyeaux
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a six furlongs handicap race for four-yearolds and upwards which have been rated from 86 to 105. 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.
8 9 9 (1)
Jockey: Andrew Mullen
Owner: Doug Graham, Ian Davison, Alan Drysdale Form: 650-002 CD
Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington
Sponsor: Denton Hall Racing Ltd
Breeder: Redgate BStock & Peter Bottowley BStock
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Fourteen runs since last win in 2023. 7/1, good second of 6 in handicap at Hamilton (6f, good) 14 days ago, running on. Shortlist material.
2 TREFOR (IRE) (13)
B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Silk Bow
4 9 0 (6)
Jockey: Sam James
Owner: Julie Martin & David R. Martin & Partner Form: 105-041 D
Trainer: Charles Hills, Lambourn
Sponsor: Wishanger Estates Ltd
Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 9-runner handicap (3/1) at Doncaster (6f, good to firm) 13 days ago, driven out. Should remain very competitive off 4lb higher
3 FIVETHOUSANDTOONE (IRE) (39)
B g Frankel - Promised Money (IRE)
Owner: King Power Racing Co Ltd
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: King Power International Co Ltd
7 8 13 (5)
Jockey: David Allan
Form: 044000 D
Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2024. 11/1, respectable eighth of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) 39 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Others are more persuasive. Star Rating
4 SECRET GUEST (GB) (36)
Gr g Havana Grey - Lady Macduff (IRE)
Owner: The Unscrupulous Judges
Trainer: Bryan Smart, Hambleton
5 8 13 (2)
Jockey: Andrew Breslin (3)
Form: 32-6010 D
Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud Sponsor: Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful in a Class 4 at Thirsk (6f, good) last month but found a York Class 2 too hot to handle since. Star
5 BALDOMERO (IRE) (12)
B g Shalaa (IRE) - Besotted (IRE)
Owner: The Horse Watchers 6
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham
Sponsor: Timeform, Trade Access Panels Ltd
7 8 13 (3)
Jockey: Ashley Lewis (7)
Form: 165-001 D
Breeder: C-Squared Investments
TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 14-runner handicap at Doncaster (5f, good to firm, 18/1) 12 days ago, staying on well. Cheekpieces back on. Respected off 4lb higher Star RatingHHHHI
6 PALS BATTALION (IRE) (19)
Br g Invincible Army (IRE) - Princesse Savoie
Owner: Middleham Park Racing CIX
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Sponsor: Tattersalls
4 8 12 (8)
Jockey: Mark Winn
Form: 210225 D
Breeder: Michael O’Mahony
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle in March. 10/1, respectable fifth of 16 in handicap at Haydock (6f, good) 19 days ago.
7 FIRST FOLIO (GB) (36)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Lilian Baylis (IRE)
Owner: Owners Group 083
Trainer: Julie Camacho, Malton
Sponsor: Owners Group
7 8 9 (4)
Jockey: Tom Kiely-Marshall (5)
Form: 416-000 D
Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteenth of 16 in handicap at York (6f, good, 10/1) 36 days ago. Back on the mark he defied at Yarmouth last autumn but need to see more.
8
IRISH NECTAR (GB) (21)
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Paco’s Angel
Owner: Mr S. Ryan
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Sponsor: Santry Ltd
4 8 5 (9)
Jockey: Rowan Scott
Form: 40510-2 D
Breeder: Biddestone Stud Ltd & Irish National Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW 17/2, creditable second of 10 in handicap at Carlisle (5f, soft) on reappearance 21 days ago. All wins on soft/heavy so may find these conditions quicker than ideal. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 82
9 FORTAMOUR (IRE) (41)
B g Es Que Love (IRE) - Kathy Sun (IRE)
Owner: Chris Cleevely & Racing Knights
Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham
Sponsor: Metcalf Auto’s Ltd
9 8 5 (7)
Jockey: Joanna Mason
Form: 1030-32 CD
Breeder: D. Ryan, D. S. Ryan & R. A. Williams
TIMEFORM VIEW Six-time C&D winner who has added 2 creditable placed efforts to his C&D record this season. Likely to give another good account. Star Rating
DECLARED RUNNERS 9
2024: MARINE WAVE (IRE) 4 9 2 Brandon Wilkie 8-1 (Richard Fahey) 7 ran Blinkers worn by No 1. Visor worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 5, 7. Betting Forecast:
COMMANCHE FALLS took a step back in the right direction at Hamilton last time and this former Group 3 winner might be able to outclass much lower-rated rivals. C&D specialist Fortamour can give him most to do ahead of last-time-out scorers Baldomero and Trefor
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FIFTH RACE 4.30
THE MASONS GIN “WHO DARES, GINS” HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for three yrs old
Total prize fund £7000
ONE MILE ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (12f abt 10yds)
Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
1 WAR SUPREMO (IRE) (12)
B g Churchill (IRE) - Melliferous (IRE)
Owner: Maurice Manasseh et al
Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket
Sponsor: Gainsborough Thoroughbreds Limited
RACEFORM
MEDIAN TIME
2 mins 39.30 secs
RECORD TIME
2 mins 31.40 secs
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a one mile and four furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds only which have been rated from 56 to 75. 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.
9 9 (2)
Jockey: Alistair Rawlinson
Form: 455-333
Breeder: Whisperview Trading Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Left behind his 2-y-o form since stepping up in trip and has proved consistent in 10f maidens this season, making it a hat-trick of third place finishes at Lingfield (10f, soft) 12 days ago. Looks the type who should improve for this extra 2 furlongs. Solid claims. Star Rating
2 ARKINTHESTARS (GB) (19)
B f Mohaather - Too The Stars (IRE)
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 5 & E Burke
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Sponsor: Tattersalls
Official BHA Rating 75
9 6 (5)
Jockey: Sam James
Form: 032146 C
Breeder: Jim Crowley
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly consistent this season and off the mark at this course in April over 10f, his task made easier by the withdrawal of a couple of fancied market rivals. Below par effort at Chester last time but strikes as the type to bounce back quickly and should be competitive returned to 1 1/2m. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 72
3 PERCY’S DAYDREAM (GB) (30)
Ch f Sir Percy - President’s Seal
Jockey: David Nolan
Owner: MMM Racing Form: 4-31
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Sponsor: Legacy It Consultants Limited
9 3 (4)
Breeder: Genesis Green Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Sir Percy filly left behind her seasonal appearance when recording her first success at Lingfield (10f) 30 days ago (second past the post but subsequently promoted). Merits plenty of respect with further improvement possible over this longer trip.
4 PENDRAGON (IRE) (246)
B g Camelot - Elphin
Owner: Ian Banwell - Osborne House
Trainer: Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket
Sponsor: R & E Bamford Limited
9 3 (1)
Jockey: Shane Kelly
Form: 0060-
Breeder: Kilcarn Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW 155,000 euro yearling by Camelot. Sent off at long odds in maidens last season but offered something to work with on last of those starts when caught wide and keen at Kempton (7f) in October, not knocked about. Since gelded and could well improve now handicapping over a markedly longer trip. Star RatingHHHHH Offi
5 PIVOTAL AFFAIR (IRE) (23)
Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Lolwah
Owner: Valmont & Ballylinch Stud
Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket
Sponsor: Michael Bell Racing
9 0 (6)
Jockey: David Allan
Form: 06-40
Breeder: Rossenarra Bloodstock&Lope de Vega Synd
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form in all-weather maidens and failed to improve for the switch to handicaps following a 4-month break when seventh of 11 in handicap at Leicester (10f, good) 23 days ago. Up in trip with cheekpieces on first time and will need to improve. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 66
6 THAKHEERA (IRE) (41)
B f Make Believe - Zman Awal (IRE)
Owner: Mr Mohammed Bin Hamad Khalifa Al Attiyah
Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay
8 13 (3)
Jockey: Rowan Scott
Form: 0654
Breeder: Mohammed Hamad Khalifa Al-Attiyah
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form on latest start in maidens and ran to a similar level when fourth of 7 in claimer (13/2) at Ballinrobe (9.6f, good) on final outing for Denis Hogan 41 days ago. Will need to improve for the longer trip for handicap/stable debut. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 65
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
2024: MY NOBLE LORD (USA) 3 9 7 Kevin Stott 11-8 (Michael Bell) 6 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 5. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Running for the first time since Gelding No 4. Betting Forecast: 5-2 Percy’s Daydream (GB), 4-1 War Supremo (IRE), Arkinthestars (GB), 9-2 Pendragon (IRE), 10-1 Thakheera (IRE), 12-1 Pivotal Affair (IRE)
A well-bred son of Camelot, PENDRAGON looks a typical Sir Mark Prescott type, now making his handicap debut over a significantly longer trip having hinted at ability on his final start over 7f last season. He could well show marked improvement on his first start since a gelding operation and appeals most, particularly if the market speaks in his favour. Percy’s Daydream got off the mark over 10f last time and may well improve for the extra distance, as might War Supremo.
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SIXTH RACE 5.10
THE H M S 50 CELEBRATION HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £7000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
No Horse
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a six furlongs handicap race for four-yearolds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 65. 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 65 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 60.
SIX FURLONGS
RACEFORM
TIME 1 min 13.50 secs RECORD TIME 1 min 09.04 secs
1 ROCK OF ENGLAND (IRE) (15)
Ch g Unfortunately (IRE) - Miss Fay (IRE)
Owner: Mr D. Padgett
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow
5 9 9 (8)
Jockey: David Nolan
Form: 5-50044 D BF
Breeder: Mr & Mrs Reddy Coffey
TIMEFORM VIEW Well backed with visor refitted (retained) but unable to capitalise on drop in grade when fourth of 8 in handicap at this course (5f, good to firm, 2/1) 15 days ago. Handicapper has given him a chance and interesting to see if the market speaks in his favour back at 6f
2 PROFITEER (IRE) (10)
Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Whispering Lady (IRE)
Owner: Racing Knights & Ptnr
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Sound Safety Advice Ltd
4 9 9 (2)
Jockey: David Allan
Form: 15-0542 BF
Breeder: David Doyle & Edward Doyle Jnr
TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time winner last year. Bumped into one who proved better than ever when second of 10 in handicap at Pontefract (6f, good, 10/3) 10 days ago, having been well backed. Solid claims back down in grade. Star Rati
3 SOUTH SHORE (GB) (17)
B g Blue Point (IRE) - Angel’s Glory
Owner: Legendary Moore Syndicate & R Carr
Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington
Sponsor: William Hill
4 9 7 (11)
Jockey: Joanna Mason
Form: 000041 D
Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful for Karl Burke at his best. Turned in best effort of the season (in first time hood) to record a first success for current yard when landing 7-runner handicap (17/2) at Wetherby (5.5f, good to firm) 17 days ago, slowly away. Well treated on best form if able to back that up. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 63
4 ROUNDHAY PARK (GB) (13)
Ch g Mayson - Brave Mave
10 9 6 (9)
Jockey: Alex Jary (5)
Owner: In For A Penny Partnership Form: 50-0630 CD
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton
Sponsor: Alexanders York
Breeder: Mr James Munroe
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner is on a long losing run but that is reflected in his handicap mark. Best not judged on latest tenth of 12 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good, 16/1) 13 days ago, had the worst of draw Should be competitive with cheekpieces refitted.
5 RAFT UP (IRE) (12)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Chicago Fall (IRE)
Owner: The Helen & Harriet Partnership
Trainer: Harriet Bethell, Arnold
4 9 6 (1)
Jockey: Rowan Scott
Form: 162031 D
Breeder: Ballyhane
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed promise of last run as he gained a first win on turf with a straightforward success 12 days ago, taking 10-runner handicap (9/2) at Doncaster (6f, good to firm). Leading claims if in similar form here.
6 BULMER BANK (GB) (13)
B g National Defense - Readyandaway (USA)
Owner: David Scott and Co Ltd & Partner
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
4 9 4 (3)
Jockey: Billy Garritty
Form: 320-006
Breeder: Highbank Stud LLP
TIMEFORM VIEW Not the most straightforward but wasn’t disgraced in a first-time visor (retained) when sixth of 12 in handicap (10/1) at Thirsk (6f, good) 13 days ago. On a fair mark but may prove more effective back over 7f
7 MARK’S CHOICE (IRE) (13)
B g Bungle Inthejungle - Ramamara (IRE)
Owner: Cragg Wood Racing
Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton
Sponsor: Fitzdares Limited, Gemma Tutty Racing Ltd
RatingHHHII Official
9 9 2 (12)
Jockey: Sam James
Form: 30/03-04 CD
Breeder: Northern Bloodstock Agency Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW 5-time C&D winner Eighteen runs since last win in 2022 but stepped up on reappearance when creditable fourth of 12 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, good) 13 days ago. Remains to be seen if he can capitalise on falling mark with cheekpieces on first time. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 58
8
GLENDOWN (IRE) (14)
B g Bungle Inthejungle - Elhaam (IRE)
Owner: Ontoawinner 10 & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: www.ontoawinner.net
5 9 1 (10)
Jockey: Sean Kirrane
Form: 0-02000 CD
Breeder: M Brigid B Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner raced too freely and was below form when tenth of 12 in handicap (14/1) at Hamilton (6f, good) 14 days ago. Handicapper has given him a chance but needs to bounce back.
9 BRIAN THE SNAIL (IRE) (32)
Gr g Zebedee - Sweet Irish
Owner: The Brian The Snail Racing Club
Trainer: Patrick Morris, Prescot
11 9 1 (4)
Jockey: Barry McHugh
Form: 003312 C D
Breeder: Mr A. Kirwan
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner deserves credit for recent consistency Latest win at Wolverhampton in April. Creditable second of 7 in handicap at this course (5f, good to firm, 7/2) 32 days ago, typically slowly away. Return to 6f no problem and he should give another good account.
10 HURSTWOOD (GB) (21)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Haigh Hall
Owner: Hard Held Partnership and Angus Racing
Trainer: Peter Niven, Malton
Sponsor: P D Niven Racing Ltd, Clova Hotel & Lodges
8 9 0 (7)
Jockey: Aiden Brookes (3)
Form: 250021 CD
Breeder: Highfield Farm LLP
TIMEFORM VIEW 4-time C&D winner. 6/1, won 13-runner handicap at this C&D (good) 21 days ago, driven out. More on his plate up in grade and isn’t the obvious type to follow up. Star
11 FLAVIUS TITUS (GB) (12)
Ch g Lethal Force (IRE) - Furbelow
Owner: Mr Foster & Partner
Trainer: Danny Brooke, Middleham
Sponsor: Danny Brooke Racing
10 8 4 (6)
Jockey: Andrew Mullen
Form: 606-004 CD
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner typically lost ground at the start and was never a threat despite making the frame when 3 1/4 lengths fourth of 10 to Raft Up in handicap (33/1) at Doncaster (6f, good to firm) 12 days ago. More needed from 1lb out of the handicap.
12 BRAZEN RASCAL (GB) (13)
B g Brazen Beau (AUS) - Sweetnessandlight
Owner: Country Lane Partnership
Trainer: Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft
Sponsor: Yorkshire Bale
44
5 8 4 (5)
Jockey: Andrew Breslin (3)
Form: 0000-00
Breeder: Mrs J. Ward
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor form in handicaps, failed to come for reappearance when ninth of 12 in handicap (80/1) at Thirsk (6f, good) 13 days ago. Difficult to fancy from out of the weights.
DECLARED RUNNERS 12
2024: RUN THIS WAY 6 9 10 David Nolan 9-4 (Paul Midgley) 10 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 7. Hood worn by No 3, 5. Blinkers worn by No 11. Visor worn by No 1, 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 8, 9.
Stewards Note: GLENDOWN: Following its run on 5/6/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free. Betting Forecast:
5-1 Raft Up (IRE), 6-1 South Shore (GB), 7-1 Profiteer (IRE), 15-2 Brian The Snail (IRE), Hurstwood (GB), 17-2 Rock of England (IRE), 14-1 Mark’s Choice (IRE), 18-1 Bulmer Bank (GB), 20-1 Flavius Titus (GB), 22-1 Roundhay Park (GB), 25-1 Glendown (IRE), 100-1 Brazen Rascal (GB)
RAFT UP has been holding his form fairly well since the application of a hood and may be able to follow up his straightforward success at Doncaster 12 days ago. Profiteer could be the biggest danger having ran well in a higher grade last time, while class dropping Rock of England is another to consider, having been well backed when fourth at the track earlier this month.
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SEVENTH RACE 5.43
THE YOUR HARROGATE LADIES’ DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for three yrs old
Total prize fund £7000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35) No Horse
RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 42.50 secs
RECORD TIME 1 min 36.62 secs
1 FLAMBOROUGH HEAD (GB) (15)
B g Ribchester (IRE) - Seamisst
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a one mile handicap race for three-year-olds only which have been rated from 46 to 58. In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far. The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than a lower rated rival As a guide, horses rated 40 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 130.
Jockey: David Allan
Owner: David Lumley & Prtnr Form: 314203 D
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
Breeder: Bearstone Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Redcar in April and ran well when second over this C&D in May Bounced back to form returned to this C&D when third in a 9-runner handicap 15 days ago, though didn’t help his cause by lugging right under pressure. Should be in the mix again
2 SOVEREIGN CLASS (IRE) (15)
B f Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Madam Baroque
Jockey: Sam James
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 19 and partner Form: 552502
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton
Sponsor: Tattersalls
Breeder: Norelands & Hamish McCalmont B/stock
TIMEFORM VIEW Given a stiff opening mark but has gradually come down the weights and ran her best race to date when second of 9 in handicap at this C&D (good to firm, 16/1) 15 days ago. Respected from the same mark.
Official BHA Rating 58
3 KEATS HOUSE (IRE) (8)
B g Earthlight (IRE) - Maria Christina (IRE)
Jockey: Billy Garritty
Owner: Middleham Park & Rond Point Partnership Form: 65-65U6
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing
9 9 (4)
Breeder: South House Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Some promise in handicaps but hasn’t looked straightforward, reared and unseated in stalls at Pontefract prior to finishing sixth at Hamilton (8.3f) 8 days ago, travelled well in hood (removed) but awkward head carriage under pressure. Not ruled out if a first-time visor has a positive effect.
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced sort has improved for the switch to handicaps. Back on the up under a change of tactics (patiently ridden without usual hood) when second of 11 in handicap at Carlisle (7.8f, good to firm) 31 days ago, again raced freely. Remains on a good mark if he can learn to race more efficiently. Star
5 PERFIDIA (IRE) (23)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Final Treat (IRE)
Owner: Mr S Bulmer & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
Jockey: Sean Kirrane
Form: 30-2224 BF
9 8 (2)
Breeder: Rathbarry Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran right up to form when runner-up over 7f at Redcar last month but couldn’t better that when fourth over the same C&D 23 days ago. Remains to be seen whether the step up to 1m can bring out any improvement. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 57
6 ZIVA’S STAR (GB) (20)
Ch f Territories (IRE) - Feint
Owner: Mr W. Bronson
Trainer: Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft
Sponsor: Yorkshire Bale
8 11 (1)
Jockey: Andrew Breslin (3)
Form: 0-54405
Breeder: Bluemoon Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Good fourth in novice at Pontefract in April but hasn’t built on that effort in 3 handicaps since, the latest when well held over 5f at Catterick. Steps up considerably in trip and has plenty to prove from out of the weights. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 44
DECLARED RUNNERS 6
2024: CROWN’S LADY (IRE) 3 9 4 William Pyle 22-1 (Craig Lidster) 9 ran Visor worn first time by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1. Betting Forecast: 3-1 Groundhog (GB), 7-2 Sovereign Class (IRE), 4-1 Flamborough Head (GB), 5-1 Perfidia (IRE), 11-2 Keats House (IRE), 33-1 Ziva’s Star (GB)
If racing more efficiently, the lightly-raced GROUNDHOG could prove the best handicapped of these and he’s taken to go one better than at Carlisle last month. Flamborough Head has run creditably on both visits to this track and should give another good account, while Keats House could be the fly in the ointment if a first-time visor has the desired effect.
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FIRST RACE 2.05 - THE GLENDALE AGRICULTURAL CHEMICALS LADIES DERBY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (FOR FEMALE AMATEUR JOCKEYS) (Special Rider Conditions) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3476 to the winning horse The second to receive £1739, the third £868, the fourth £435 and the fifth £217. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 (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. June 17th. Lowest weight 9st 9lb; Highest weight not less than 10st 9lb Penalties, after June 7th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. To be ridden by Female Amateur Jockeys who are members of the Amateur Jockeys’ Association of Great Britain by the deadline for Declaration of Jockeys and on the day of the race who, prior to June 16th, 2025 have had at least TEN completed rides and at least ONE winner in all races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority (this excludes point-to-point rides and wins). GLENDALE AGRICULTURAL CHEMICALS LIMITED have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 11 entries at £35. - Closed June 13th, 2025.
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SECOND RACE 2.40 - THE RIPON INN BEST DRESSED GENTLEMAN EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4860 to the winning horse The second to receive £2281, the third £1141 and the fourth £570. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, June 13th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 17th. 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 RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 10 entries at £45. - Closed June 13th, 2025.
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THIRD RACE 3.15 - THE GRANTLEY HALL HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4710 to the winning horse The second to receive £2210, the third £1104, the fourth £552 and the fifth £275. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below) £45 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 17th. 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 4lb Penalties, after June 7th, 2025, 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, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race 3yos rated 56, 57 and 58 may be out of the weights. 16 entries at £45. - Closed June 13th, 2025.
SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
FOURTH RACE 3.50 - THE RIPON RACES LADIES DAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042, the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £125 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 17th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 7th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. THE RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner In addition they will award a cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 11 entries, 1 at £25 and 10 at £125. - Closed June 13th, 2025.
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FIFTH RACE 4.30 - THE MASONS GIN “WHO DARES, GINS” HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) 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 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below) £35 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 17th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 7th, 2025, for each race won 6lb. THE RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 12 entries at £35. - Closed June 13th, 2025.
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
SIXTH RACE 5.10 - THE H M S 50 CELEBRATION 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 four yrs old and upwards, 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. June 17th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 7th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. JASON BOOM has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 19 entries at £35. - Closed June 13th, 2025.
SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
SEVENTH RACE 5.43 - THE YOUR HARROGATE LADIES’ DAY 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 46-58 (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. June 17th. Lowest weight 8st 11lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 7th, 2025, for each race won 6lb. YOUR HARROGATE LIMITED has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 12 entries at £35. - Closed June 13th, 2025.
