TUE AUG 26
OFFICIALS & WELCOME
MEET THE TEAM
LIZ BARKER
STEWARDS
Chief Steward Michael Eyre
Stewards’ Panel Chair John Clasper
Trainee Stewards’ Panel Chair Jane Blades
Katie Dowson, Robert McCarthy, Sarah Russell
STARTERS
Jason Callaghan, Lee Jones
JUDGE
Michael Roberts
CLERK OF THE SCALES
Claudia Marelli
HANDICAPPER
Matt Gardner
EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS
Joe O’Gorman, Leanne Asprey, Victoria Forbes
VETERINARY OFFICER
Stewart Mechie
VETERINARY SURGEONS
Matt Butterell, Richard Sutcliffe
MEDICAL OFFICERS
Dr Bruce McLain, Dr Patrick Wynn, Dr Ros Roden
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BETTING RING MANAGER
Malcolm Hart
COMMENTATOR
Ian Bartlett
MANAGING DIRECTOR & CLERK OF THE COURSE
James Hutchinson
RACEDAY CLERK OF THE COURSE
Jonathan Mullin
CHAIRMAN
Andrew Wells
CLUB SECRETARY
Andrew Hutchinson
PATRONS
Colin Armstrong CMG, OBE
David Wilmot-Smith MBE
TODAY’S RACING
FIRST RACE 2:05pm Thank You Joan Easey Apprentice Handicap
SECOND RACE 2:35pm British Stallion Studs EBF Maiden Stakes
THIRD RACE 3:05pm 21 Engineer Regiment Sapper Nursery Handicap
FOURTH RACE 3:35pm Ripon Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse Handicap
FIFTH RACE 4:05pm Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate Handicap
SIXTH RACE 4:35pm National Racehorse Week 23rd To 31st August Handicap
Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen, and a very warm welcome to Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse.
It’s been a quick turnaround for the team after yesterday’s racing, but we are delighted to be back with another exciting afternoon of action on the track. Our third race today is the 21 Engineer Regiment Sapper Nursery Handicap, and we are especially pleased to welcome members of our local regiment for their annual visit a tradition that has been part of our calendar for well over 30 years. We hope they enjoy their afternoon with us once again.
Meanwhile, in our fourth race today, the Ripon Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse Handicap, we have a number of previous Course & Distance winners battling it out for the top spot, alongside a raft of runners who have won at this distance elsewhere. It should be an exciting race!
On the bandstand we are joined by the talented Claire Coupland, returning by popular demand. As the season draws to a close, it’s hard to believe we now have just one fixture remaining in 2025: the ever-popular Theakston Beer Festival on Saturday 27th September.
Looking ahead, our dates for the 2026 season are printed on the back of your racecard, so do take a look and make a note of a few in your diary. Be sure to also keep an eye on our website and social media over the coming months for further announcements.
We wish you a wonderful afternoon here at Ripon.
JAMES HUTCHINSON Managing Director
WHERE TO EAT & DRINK
Here at Ripon Racecourse we have the following locations where food can be obtained along with various Mobile Concessions
CLUB DINING ROOM
CHAMPAGNE & SEAFOOD BAR
SILKS & SADDLES BAR
OWNERS & TRAINERS
FOUNTAINS SELF SERVICE
JIM JOEL BAR
THEAKSTONS TERRACE BAR
WAKEMAN BUFFET
COURSE BUFFET
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FRESH CAFE
FRESH SEAFOOD
Selection of Freshly made Sandwiches, Snacks, Hand Baked Cakes, Coffee and Tea Infusions, Chilled Minerals and Juices
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Selection of Carved Meats served in Speciality Breads with a variety of accompaniments and dressings
Selection of Tasty Hot Pies and Pastries served with accompaniments
Roast of the Day, Selection of Fresh Hot Dishes, Side Dishes, Daily Hot Specials, Blue Plate Salads
FRESH PIES
FRESH HOT ROLLS
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 (72 wins from 617 runners, 12%) runs POET’S DAWN and LITTLE TED (2.05), HANNEY GIRL (3.05), COUNT D’ORSAY (3.35), THATS MY BOY LUKE (4.05).
D O’MEARA (33 wins from 234 runners, 14%) runs ROGUE REBELLION (2.35), PISANELLO (4.05).
R FAHEY (27 wins from 195 runners, 14%) runs KIND TOUCH (2.35), LESLEY’S BOY and AY GEE ELL (3.35), MRBLUESKY (4.05).
P MIDGLEY (18 wins from 130 runners, 14%) runs CAIRDEAS and SPEEDING BULLET (3.35).
N TINKLER (14 wins from 115 runners, 12%) runs SOUL WARRIOR (2.35).
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
D O’MEARA (10 wins from 50 runners, 20%) runners listed above.
R FAHEY (8 wins from 53 runners, 15%) runners listed above.
T EASTERBY (8 wins from 80 runners, 10%) runners listed above
R HANNON (8 wins from 67 runners, 12%) runs NOBLE VOW (2.35), SINJ (3.05).
C JOHNSTON (6 wins from 59 runners, 10%) runs CHUTI MANIKA (3.35).
FANCYTHAT
NOTE:
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT RIPON (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:
DAVID ALLAN (48 wins from 316 rides, 15%) rides
HANNEY GIRL (3.05), COUNT D’ORSAY (3.35), THATS MY BOY LUKE (4.05).
DANIEL TUDHOPE (26 wins from 100 rides, 26%) rides ROGUE REBELLION (2.35), PISANELLO (4.05).
DAVID NOLAN (20 wins from 126 rides, 16%) rides
JACK RABBIT SLIMS (3.05), SPEEDING BULLET (3.35).
CALLUM RODRIGUEZ (19 wins from 79 rides, 24%) rides SCHRODINGER’S CAT (2.35).
SAM JAMES (16 wins from 110 rides, 15%) rides STRAIGHT AHEAD (3.05), MARK’S CHOICE (3.35), TRAVIS (4.05).
JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
DANIEL TUDHOPE (11 wins from 38 rides, 29%) rides listed above.
JASON HART (8 wins from 52 rides, 15%) rides GO LOCKERS GO (2.35), DAKOTA DAWN (3.05), WOODSTOCK (3.35), BOWOOD (4.05).
SEAN LEVEY (6 wins from 35 rides, 17%) rides NOBLE VOW (2.35), SINJ (3.05).
OISIN ORR (6 wins from 28 rides, 21%) rides KIND TOUCH (2.35), LESLEY’S BOY (3.35), MRBLUESKY (4.05).
JOANNA MASON (5 wins from 36 rides, 14%) rides POWERNAP (3.05).
T EASTERBY won the 4.05 race in 2018 and 2021. The stable is represented by Thats My Boy Luke in the race today.
WEIGHTWATCHER
The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 2.05 Woodstock City (won off 75 down 8lb to 67); 3.35 Lesley’s Boy (won off 77 down 3lb to 74); Woodstock (won off 82 down 6lb to 76); Count D’Orsay (won off 77 down 7lb to 70); Speeding Bullet (won off 79 down 10lb to 69); 4.35 Queensland Boy (won off 64 down 5lb to 59); 4.05 Travis (won off 71 down 9lb to 62); Pisanello (won off 83 down 16lb to 67).
CLASSYTIPS
The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 2.35 SCHRODINGER’S CAT (down 2 grades).
LONGEST TRAVELLERS
SCHRODINGER’S CAT (2.35) trained by Harry Charlton, Beckhampton, distance of 224 miles. NOBLE VOW (2.35) & SINJ (3.05) trained by R Hannon, Marlborough, distance of 220 miles. ZIGGY’S ARIEL (3.35) trained by Alice Haynes, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles DEREHAM (4.35) trained by J Berry, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles LADY KODIAC (2.35) trained by J Tate, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles
24th August
TODAY’S TIPS
RACE
1
Bay Dream Believer beat Little Ted by a neck over track and trip 10 days ago and that form is likely to be upheld. Triple Force has taken the silver medal home the last twice and should remain competitive, but POET’S DAWN gets the nod.Theveteran could only manage third in a stronger event over C&D on his latest outing, but shared the spoils at Beverley prior and is just 2lb higher here.
WIN: POET’S DAWN
RACE 2
DANGER: BAY DREAM BELIEVER
Schrodinger’s Cat brings plenty of experience to the table and sets the standard with an official rating of 78, but he has failed to justify favouritism in each of his last two starts and NOBLEVOWmakes more appeal. Richard Hannon’s colt shapedwith promise when third on debut over 6f at Salisbury and if the son of No Nay Never takes a step forward from that performance, he could prove hard to beat.Anymarket support behind newcomer Lady Kodiac would be interesting.
WIN: NOBLE VOW
RACE 3
WIN: SINJ
DANGER: SCHRODINGER’S CAT
Hanney Girl got off the mark at the fifth time of asking at Beverley last month and has her first attempt at a nursery. Straight Ahead showed progression when second at Musselburgh and is noted, but SINJ is worth another chance. The daughter of Too Darn Hot failed to live up to market expectations when only fourth at Thirsk, but can be excused as she bled from the nose. Off an unchanged rating, she could bounce back to score.
DANGER: HANNEY GIRL
RACE 4
KATS BOB was a creditable third from a similarly low draw in the Silver Cup over C&D 10 days ago and the seven-year-old is an attractive proposition back here. Ziggy’sAriel, a length behind in fourth in that race, also merits close inspection, while previous C&D winner Raffles Angel boasts solid credentials too. Lesley’s Boy is the pick of Richard Fahey’s pair and he completes the shortlist.
WIN: KATS BOB
RACE 5
DANGER: ZIGGY’S ARIEL
Dumfries has already won three times this season and may well cope with another 5lb rise after his latest success at Beverley, but he could be worth taking on as he step back up in class. Competing off 16lb below his last winning rating, PISANELLO shades the vote, while last year’s winner Jesmond Dawn is not ruled out off 1lb lower.
WIN: PISANELLO
RACE 6
DANGER: DUMFRIES
DEREHAM fluffed the start atYarmouth and didwell to get up forsecond in the circumstances.That run can safelybe forgiven and and he is betterjudged on his readysuccess over 2m at Newmarket on his previous appearance. Sea Master has form that ties in with the runner-up from that race and can figure if perked up byfirst-time cheekpieces. Regally Blonde and Lillistar complete the shortlist.
WIN: DEREHAM
DANGER: SEA MASTER
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.
THE RIPON EXECUTIVE WISH
For their generous support today.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Whilst we always endeavour to take appropriate steps to ensure your safety, comfort and enjoyment, an incident may occur which is beyond our control and it is therefore important that you are aware of how we intend to look after you in the event of an emergency
We employ Safety Attendants whose job it is to ensure your safety In the event of a situation which requires a partial or full evacuation of the Stands, announcements will be broadcast and the Attendants will undertake the responsibility of ushering you to a place of safety; it is essential that you follow their instructions. Please take your belongings with you and proceed out of the enclosure quickly and quietly under their guidance.
The evacuation procedures have been carefully planned to lead you to a safe area. It may give you peace of mind if you pre-plan and agree a meeting place with your party, just in case you become separated.
If we are unable to re-occupy the Stands for any reason, you will be advised immediately, and, if it is considered safe to do so, you will be invited to return to your car or coach.
The departure from car and coach parks will be under the direction of the Police. These are precautionary arrangements which we trust will not be required. However, in the event of an emergency please remember: TAKE YOUR BELONGINGS WITH YOU AND UNDER THE DIRECTION OF THE ATTENDANTS PROCEED QUICKLY AND QUIETLY TO THE SAFE AREA THEN TO YOUR AGREED RENDEZVOUS POINT OR TO YOUR CAR OR COACH.
Joan Easey Happy
from all the ripon racecourse team
FIRST RACE 2.05
THE THANK YOU
JOAN
EASEY APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for four 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) A SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
1 TIME TESTED (GB) (166)
B g Time Test - Luzia
Owner: The Raceology Partnership
Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket
Sponsor: Tattersalls
RACEFORM
TIME 2 mins 5.60 secs
TIME 1 min 59.12 secs
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a one mile, one furlong and 170 yards apprentice handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 56 to 75 In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far. The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than a lower rated rival As a guide, horses rated 40 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 130.
Jockey: Joe Bradnam (7)
Form: 212-141 D
Breeder: The Raceology Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEW Two AW wins over 1 1/4m at the beginning of the year Also successful on turf last year and another bold show likely if fully primed after 166 days off
2 FINN RUSSELL (IRE) (31)
Br g Caravaggio (USA) - Tawaareekh (USA)
Owner: Gigabit Sales & Rental Ltd
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Sponsor: Gigabit sales and rental Ltd
5 9 12 (6)
Jockey: Ryan Kavanagh (3)
Form: 204516 D
Breeder: Lynch Bages Ltd & Rhinestone B/Stock
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Windsor (1 1/4m) in May Down the field over hurdles next month and not at best when sixth of 9 back on the Flat at Chester since. One of 2 runners for last year’s winning yard
3 WOODSTOCK CITY (GB) (11)
B g Churchill (IRE) - White Witch (USA)
Owner: Not One But Two
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Sponsor: Paul McGowan Grab Hire Ltd
5 9 9 (8)
Jockey: Zak Wheatley
Form: 203450 CD
Breeder: J. P. Dubois
TIMEFORM VIEW Won this race off 8lb higher 12 months ago. Not at best lately but there was an excuse (ridden too aggressively) at Yarmouth last time and could bounce back to form with a bang.
4 TRIPLE FORCE (GB) (19)
B g Land Force (IRE) - Triple Star
Owner: Mr David K. Barker
Trainer: Craig Lidster, Malton
Sponsor: Tote
4 9 7 (7)
Jockey: William Pyle
Form: 411322 D BF
Breeder: Lady Hardy
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice in quick successful over 1 1/4m in June and good runner-up efforts over this trip on last 2 outings. Another prominent showing is likely
5 POET’S DAWN (GB) (22)
Ch g Poet’s Voice - Dudley Queen (IRE)
Owner: Mr Timothy O’Gram & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
10 9 7 (4)
Jockey: Jake Dickson (7)
Form: 646313 CD
Breeder: Mrs J. K. Powell & Catridge Farm Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW In good form recently, including dead-heating at Beverley (1 1/4m, good to firm) last month. Creditable third of 6 over C&D since. Not discounted.
6 DANDY’S ANGEL (IRE) (10)
B m Dandy Man (IRE) - Party Pipit (IRE)
Owner: Anthony Ross and David Lumley
Trainer: John Wainwright, Malton
65
8 9 4 (5)
Jockey: Tom Kiely-Marshall (3)
Form: 201564 D
Breeder: Stonepark Farms Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Beverley in July. Not in the same form in her 3 outings since but has dipped back to that successful mark.
7 BAY DREAM BELIEVER (IRE) (10)
B m New Bay - Arabescatta
Owner: URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner
Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton
Sponsor: Adra Projects Ltd
6 9 3 (3)
Jockey: Rhys Elliott (3)
Form: 255511 CD
Breeder: Kildaragh Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW On a hat-trick after wins at Doncaster and over C&D this month, showing a good attitude to edge out the reopposing Little Ted here 10 days ago. Only nudged up another 2lb and has to enter the reckoning. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 61
8 LITTLE TED (GB) (10)
Ch g Cityscape - Speedy Utmost Meg
Owner: Mr M. J. Macleod
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Leods Contracts Limited, Baker Finch Interiors
8 8 13 (2)
Jockey: Alex Jary
Form: 534162 CD
Breeder: Mill Bank Bloodstock LLP
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time C&D winner who also went in at Leicester (1m, good to firm) in June. Good neck second of 7 to Bay Dream Believer over C&D (good to firm) 10 days ago. Considered. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 57
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
2024: WOODSTOCK CITY 4 10 0 Andrew Breslin 18-1 (Ian Williams) 8 ran Hood worn by No. 7. Visor worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 5, 8. Betting Forecast:
7-2 Time Tested (GB), 9-2 Triple Force (GB), Bay Dream Believer (IRE), 11-2 Little Ted (GB), 10-1 Woodstock City (GB), 11-1 Poet’s Dawn (GB), 12-1 Finn Russell (IRE), 18-1 Dandy’s Angel (IRE)
It’s hard to rule out any with confidence. TRIPLE FORCE has a fine record over 1 1/4m this season and might prove the answer but good claims can also be made for Bay Dream Believer and Little Ted, who were 1-2 in a C&D race only 10 days ago. Last year’s winner Woodstock City is well treated if staging a revival, while Time Tested did well on AW at the beginning of the year
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
Joan Easey will select the best turned out horse and present a trophy to connections of the winner of this race.
POSITION OF STALLS
Straight CourSe & 2 mileS - Stand Side round CourSe - inSide rail
British Stallion Studs will contribute £2million towards British
in 2025, bringing our total investment to £40million since we were founded in 1983
SECOND RACE 2.35
THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
for maiden two yrs old
Total prize fund £9000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £3840; Second £1920; Third £960; Fourth £480. (Penalty Value £4860) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 1.00 secs RECORD TIME 57.80 secs
1 GO LOCKERS GO (GB) (24)
B c Ardad (IRE) - Sayyedati Lady (IRE)
Owner: Middleham Park Racing D Turner B Roberts
Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket
Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing
RACE DESCRIPTION
This race is a five furlongs maiden stakes for two-year-olds. Maiden races provide a starting point for young horses that are yet to record a victory and most will be very lightly-raced or be making their racecourse debuts. Previous experience can count for a lot when searching for the winner but well-bred or precocious juveniles are more than capable of landing the prize at the first time of asking.
Jockey: Jason Hart
Form: 53
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced colt. 11/2, only modest form when third of 4 in maiden at Hamilton (6f, good
rm) 24 days ago. Hooded first time
2 KIND TOUCH (IRE) (-)
B c Kodi Bear (IRE) - Qalahari (IRE)
Owner: Mr & Mrs N Wrigley
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
(8)
Jockey: Oisin Orr
Form:
Breeder: M. Fahy
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 26. €48,000 2-y-o by Kodi Bear. Closely related to 2-y-o 6f winner Hubert. Dam 2-y-o 5.7f winner who stayed 1m. Check the betting.
3 NOBLE VOW (IRE) (13)
B c No Nay Never (USA) - Go Angellica (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay
Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Sponsor: JMH Group
9 7 (2)
Jockey: Sean Levey
Form: 3
Breeder: Lynch Bages, Camas Park & Summerhill B/S
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising individual. 10/1, third of 11 in novice at Salisbury (6f, good) on debut 13 days ago, not knocked about. Should have more to offer
4 ROGUE REBELLION (GB) (36)
B c Ardad (IRE) - Powerful Dream (IRE)
Owner: The Rogues Gallery
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Sponsor: Eco Rider, UK Packaging Supplies Ltd
RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating -
9 7 (7)
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Form: 0
Breeder: Sue Bradley
TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 8 on Beverley debut but he can probably the have run ignored after being brought to race alone on the stands’ rail. The fact he went off at only 4/1 that day suggests he’d been showing up reasonably well at home. Wears a first-time tongue tie. Star RatingHHHII Official
5 SCHRODINGER’S CAT (GB) (18)
B c Ardad (IRE) - Singyoursong (IRE)
Owner: Mr Mohammed Jaber
Trainer: Harry Charlton, Beckhampton
9 7 (4)
Jockey: Callum Rodriguez
Form: 62234 BF
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden but starting to look exposed after 5 starts and has been beaten at short odds in similar races on his last 2 starts. Looks sure to be on the premises but could be vulnerable to something with potential.
6 SOUL WARRIOR (IRE) (16)
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Alsindi (IRE)
Owner: D Jenkins J Glover R O’Donnell J Short
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton
Sponsor: Alexanders York
9 7 (5)
Jockey: Alex Jary (5)
Form: 0
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW 25/1, last of 8 in maiden at Haydock (6f, good to firm) on debut 16 days ago.
7 TAFAH (IRE) (41)
B c Dark Angel (IRE) - Rush
Owner: Mr Nawaf Almutairi
Trainer: David Loughnane, Tern Hill
Sponsor: Dave Loughnane Racing
9 7 (1)
Jockey: Connor Planas (3)
Form: 3
Breeder: Golden Farm Thoroughbreds Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW 13/2, green when third of 8 in maiden at Bath (5.7f, firm) on debut 41 days ago. That form is only modest but he may do better.
8 LADY KODIAC (IRE) (-)
B f Kodiac - Shy Angel
Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah
Trainer: James Tate, Newmarket
9 2 (3)
Jockey: Clifford Lee
Form:
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 11. Kodiac filly Dam, useful German 9f winner, closely related to very smart winner up to 1m Zafeen, won St James’s Palace Stakes. The stable has had a first-time-out 2-y-o winner here in the Jaber Abdullah silks this season. Interesting to see what the betting makes of her. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
2024: ZAYER (IRE) 2 9 7 Hollie Doyle 4-5 (Archie Watson) 5 ran
Hood worn first time by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 4.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 5.
Betting Forecast:
2-1 Schrodinger’s Cat (GB), 4-1 Noble Vow (IRE), 6-1 Lady Kodiac (IRE), 9-1 Rogue Rebellion (GB), 10-1 Kind Touch (IRE), 11-1 Tafah (IRE), 12-1 Go Lockers Go (GB), 66-1 Soul Warrior (IRE)
NOBLE VOW was held in third on his debut but he travelled well for a long way and might be worth siding with to improve past the more-established Schrodinger’s Cat. James Tate
newcomer Lady Kodiac would also need considering should the beÿng speak in her favour
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
A representative of Ripon Racecourse will select the best turned out horse and present a trophy to connections of the winner of this race.
GREAT BRITISH BONUS SCHEME
The Great British Bonus (GBB) incentivises and rewards with breeding, buying and racing of British-bred fillies by paying out bonuses of up to £100,000 per filly And now with GBBPlus to further incentivise staying fillies and chasing mares, there are more reasons than ever to breed, buy and race British. Majority funded by the HBLB.
Since 2008, Ripon has proudly served as the home of 21 Engineer Regiment, continuing the British Army’s century long presence in the city. The Regiment plays a critical role in the Armed Forces ability to live, move and fight, backed up by the highly skilled Sappers deploying on a wide range of Operations.
Today our moto is ‘Ubique’, which is the Latin for ‘everywhere’ which remains relevant as ever. Over the past two decades 21 Engineer Regiment has deployed on multiple tours of Afghanistan and Iraq along with Humanitarian missions to South Sudan. In addition the Regiment played an integral part to the Governments response to COVID-19, providing vaccinators and support to mass testing. More recently, the Regiment has supported the United Nations peace-keeping Operations to Cyprus, whilst also deploying to Poland for humanitarian and infrastructure support in response to the refugee crisis.
Assessing future actions, the Regiment will be undertaking advanced training aligned with the ‘Land Warfare Centre’s ‘Top Twelve Threats’, focusing on adaptability to evolving Enemy capabilities. This includes the integration of drone technology and artificial intelligence into our readiness levels to ensure 21 Engineer Regiment remain at the forefront of modern military engineering.
THIRD RACE 3.05
THE 21 ENGINEER REGIMENT SAPPER NURSERY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
for two yrs old
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 HANNEY GIRL (GB) (28)
B f Cable Bay (IRE) - Holloa
Owner: Thames Ceilings Ltd
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Thames Ceilings Ltd
RACEFORM
RACE DESCRIPTION
A nursery is a handicap that is restricted to two-year-olds only In order to be allowed to take part, entrants must have already run in three maiden or novice races, or have won two races, which then qualifies them for an official handicap rating based on what they have achieved so far. Quite simply, the higher their rating, the bigger the weight they have to carry This particular five furlongs race is for horses which have been rated from 0 to 70.
Jockey: David Allan
Form: 03361 D
Breeder: Tibthorpe Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Tongue strap on first time, career best when winning 8-runner maiden (15/8) at Beverley (5f, good to firm) 28 days ago. Makes handicap debut off what could be a generous mark.
2 STRAIGHT AHEAD (GB) (25)
B c Dream Ahead (USA) - Mahale
Owner: Mr Peter Onslow
Trainer: Craig Lidster, Malton
9 8 (1)
Jockey: Sam James
Form: 6652
Breeder: Peter Onslow
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden. 5/1, creditable second of 5 in nursery at Musselburgh (5f, good) 25 days ago. Likely to have a say if the outside stall isn’t too troublesome.
3 JACK RABBIT SLIMS (GB) (28)
B g Aclaim (IRE) - Velvet Jaguar
Owner: Simon Bland Tony Coyle
Trainer: Tony Coyle & Kaine Wood, Norton
Jockey: David Nolan
Form: 0250
Breeder: Dr A. Gillespie
9 6 (4)
TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled too hard in front before weakening to finish last of 7 on 6f course nursery debut last month. That’s not the first time he’s shaped as if this return to 5f may help.
4
SINJ (GB)
(42) 9 6 (5)
B f Too Darn Hot - Electric Ladyland (IRE)
Owner: Jastar Capital Limited
Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough
Sponsor: Jastar Capital Limited
Jockey: Sean Levey
Form: 32204 BF
Breeder: Jastar Capital Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form. 2/1, creditable fourth of 6 in nursery at Thirsk (5f, good) 42 days ago, although she was reported to have bled from the nose.
5 ROTOKURA BELLE (GB) (13)
B f Cable Bay (IRE) - Belle Dormant (IRE)
Owner: Miss D. Francis
Trainer: Ivan Furtado, Wiseton
9 5 (8)
Jockey: Elle-May Croot (5)
Form: 0534
Breeder: Oakshott Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form. Third in 5f Windsor novice last month but not in the same form when fourth of 9 in maiden at Beverley (5f, good to firm, 16/1) 13 days ago. Bounce back needed on nursery debut.
6 POWERNAP (GB) (36)
B f Havana Grey - Napping
Owner: V & SC Thompson
Trainer: Jessica Bedi, Yarm
8 12 (2)
Jockey: Joanna Mason
Form: 040
Breeder: LDS Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. Seventh of 8 in maiden (33/1) at Beverley (5f, good to soft) 36 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Her opening mark isn’t obviously generous. Star RatingHHIII Offi
7 RUNNINMAN (IRE) (22)
B c Mehmas (IRE) - Merry Jaunt (USA)
Owner: Farrington, Jolley, Whitworth & Partner
Trainer: Ann Duffield, Leyburn
Sponsor: HR2day Ltd
8 11 (6)
Jockey: Zak Wheatley (3)
Form: 006
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Thrice-raced maiden. 50/1, sixth of 7 in novice at Carlisle (6f, good to soft) 22 days ago. More chance now handicapping. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 58
8 DAKOTA DAWN (IRE) (12)
Ch f Sioux Nation (USA) - Dawn Riser (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Jennifer E. Pallister
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
Sponsor: JJ Quinn Racing Ltd
Jockey: Jason Hart
Form: 40360
8 11 (7)
Breeder: Lynn Lodge Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Down the field in both nursery starts so others certainly arrive with more pressing claims. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 58
DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2024: INVINCIBLE SONG (IRE) 2 9 11 Sean Levey 5-1 (Brian Meehan) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.
Stewards Note: STRAIGHT AHEAD: Following its run on 1/8/2025 it was reported that the horse hung badly right-handed.
SINJ: Following its run on 15/7/2025 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled. Betting Forecast:
9-4 Hanney Girl (GB), 7-2 Straight Ahead (GB), 9-2 Sinj (GB), 11-1 Rotokura Belle (GB), 12-1 Jack Rabbit Slims (GB), 14-1 Dakota Dawn (IRE), 16-1 Runninman (IRE), 22-1 Powernap (GB)
HANNEY GIRL has had the form of her Beverley maiden win franked and might prove up to giving the weight away on nursery debut if the tongue strap continues to have a positive effect. Musselburgh runner-up Straight Ahead is next on the list ahead of Jack Rabbit Slims, who may benefit from the drop back to 5f.
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
CO of the 21 Engineer Regiment will select the best turned out horse and present a trophy to connections of the winner of this race.
HBLB CONTRIBUTIONS
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £225,145 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 23rd June to 14th September 2025.
FOURTH RACE 3.35
THE RIPON YORKSHIRE’S GARDEN RACECOURSE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)
for three yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £12000
Owners Prize Money. Winner £4955; Second £2478; Third £1238; Fourth £619; Fifth £310. (Penalty Value £6280.80) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
1 KATS BOB (GB) (10)
Ch g Bobby’s Kitten (USA) - Dreaming of Stella (IRE)
Owner: Colin Dorman and Tommy Dorman
Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington
Sponsor: William Hill
RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 13.50 secs RECORD TIME 1 min 09.04 secs
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a six furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 59 to 78 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 78 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 73.
Jockey: William Pyle (3)
Form: 610653 D
Breeder: S. Rudolf
TIMEFORM VIEW All-the-way York success in June was his fifth since joining Ruth Carr at the start of 2025.
Creditable third of 15 in Great St Wilfrid consolation over C&D (good to firm) 10 days ago. Big player.
2 RAFFLES ANGEL (GB) (26)
Br f Harry Angel (IRE) - L’Eglise
Owner: The Raffles Syndicate
Trainer: Jack Jones, Newmarket
Sponsor: Tattersalls
4 9 13 (6)
Jockey: Dylan Hogan
Form: 10-5410 CD
Breeder: G. B. Turnbull Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win at Haydock in July 12/1, below form eighth of 13 in Racing League handicap at Wolverhampton (6f) 26 days ago but not discounted back on turf
3 WOODSTOCK (GB) (10)
B g Sixties Icon - Isabella Bird
Owner: Miss Vanessa Church & Mr Toby Brereton
Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington
Sponsor: William Hill
5 9 12 (4)
Jockey: Jason Hart
Form: 030600
Breeder: Jon and Julia Aisbitt
TIMEFORM VIEW Behind reopposing stablemate Kats Bob when eighth of 15 over C&D (good to firm) 10 days ago, although he did look comfortable with the pace on his first attempt at sprinting. First-time blinkers replace regular cheekpieces.
4 WRECK IT RYLEY (IRE) (10)
Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) - Bucks Frizz (IRE)
Owner: Mr A J Smith
Trainer: Alan Brown, Malton
5 9 10 (10)
Jockey: Dale Swift
Form: 606250 CD
Breeder: Doc Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Won this race last year but ran poorly when behind a couple of these over C&D recently. A bounce back is needed. Star
5 ZIGGY’S ARIEL (IRE) (10)
B f Inns of Court (IRE) - Clip Art
Owner: Middleham Park X, Simon Wood & A Haynes
Trainer: Alice Haynes, Newmarket
Sponsor: Middleham Park Racing
3 9 9 (11)
Jockey: Christian Howarth (3)
Form: 662004 CD
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Respectable fourth of 15 over C&D (good to firm) 10 days ago, with Kats Bob a length ahead of her in third.
6 AY GEE ELL (IRE) (101)
B g Sands of Mali (FR) - Wild Bloom
Owner: Advance Group UK Ltd
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Sponsor: Richard Fahey Racing
3 9 8 (8)
Jockey: Ethan Tindall (7)
Form: 252020
Breeder: P. O’Donnell
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden. Eighth of 10 in handicap (33/1) at Doncaster (6f, firm) in May Off since and gelded. Remains relatively unexposed for a sprinter but Lesley’s Boy is the more obvious of the yard’s pair
7 LESLEY’S BOY (GB) (33)
B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Enliven
Owner: Mrs L. Jackson
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Sponsor: Richard Fahey Racing
Jockey: Oisin Orr
3 9 7 (12)
Form: 000003 CD
Breeder: Enliven Partnership
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Visored first time, good third of 10 in handicap at Doncaster (6f, good to firm, 12/1) 33 days ago. Can make presence felt.
8
CAIRDEAS (GB) (31)
Ch g Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Avengers Queen
Owner: Mr Colin Alton & Mr P. T. Midgley
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow
Sponsor: Tote
3 9 7 (2)
Jockey: Mark Winn
Form: 340400
Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW 40/1, first run since leaving William Haggas when twelfth of 16 in handicap at York (7f, good to firm) 31 days ago. Can only watch after that. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 74
9 COUNT D’ORSAY (IRE) (19)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Deira (USA)
Owner: Ambrose Turnbull & John Cruces
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud
9 9 6 (13)
Jockey: David Allan
Form: 050660 C D
Breeder: Corrin Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner but has largely struggled for form in 2025. Starting to look potentially well handicapped as a result but need to see more. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 70
10 CHUTI MANIKA (IRE) (17)
B c Magna Grecia (IRE) - Assault On Rome (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Christine E Budden & Partners
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd
3 9 5 (7)
Jockey: Archie Young (5)
Form: 424104 D BF
Breeder: Christine E. Budden & Partners
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Catterick (6f, good) in July but disappointing twice since, finishing last of 4 when sent off favourite at Lingfield latterly
11 SPEEDING BULLET (IRE) (29)
B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Shoshoni Wind
Owner: Slaters Arms Racing and Ged Shields
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow
Sponsor: Sandfield Farm
4 9 5 (1)
Jockey: David Nolan
Form: 0-00142 D
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Pontefract in June. Good second of 9 in handicap at Southwell (6f) 29 days ago.
12 THE GREEN MAN (IRE) (8)
B g Acclamation - Lydia Becker
6 9 1 (5)
Jockey: Alistair Rawlinson
Owner: The Dalby Family & Partners Form: 650000 D
Trainer: Danny Brooke, Middleham
Sponsor: Danny Brooke Racing, Robertshaw’s Farm Shop
Breeder: Paul & Jim McCartan
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2023. Visored first time, eighth of 10 in handicap at Catterick (7f, good to firm, 10/1) 8 days ago. Not hard to look elsewhere.
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13 MARK’S CHOICE (IRE) (25)
B g Bungle Inthejungle - Ramamara (IRE)
9 8 13 (9)
Jockey: Sam James
Owner: Cragg Wood Racing Form: 3-04120 CD
Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton
Sponsor: Fitzdares Limited, Gemma Tutty Racing Ltd
Breeder: Northern Bloodstock Agency Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Six-time C&D winner, including this race in 2022. Latest C&D win came in June. Just as good when second at Doncaster (7f) in July His run of good form came to a halt at Southwell latest but certainly can’t rule out a revival back here. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 63
DECLARED RUNNERS 13
2024: WRECK IT RYLEY (IRE) 4 9 2 Dale Swift 6-1 (Alan Brown) 11 ran
Blinkers worn first time by No 3. Visor worn by No 1, 4, 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 6. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 9, 10, 13. Running for the first time since Gelding No 6.
Stewards Note: CHUTI MANIKA: Following its run on 9/8/2025 it was reported that the horse hung left handed under pressure. Betting Forecast:
7-2 Speeding Bullet (IRE), 7-1 Kats Bob (GB), 9-1 Lesley’s Boy (GB), 10-1 Raffles Angel (GB), Ziggy’s Ariel (IRE), Chuti Manika (IRE), 14-1 Mark’s Choice (IRE), 16-1 Wreck It Ryley (IRE), 18-1 Woodstock (GB), 22-1 Ay Gee Ell (IRE), 25-1 Count d’Orsay (IRE), The Green Man (IRE), 33-1 Cairdeas (GB)
KATS BOB showed he’s still in good form when third in a competitive race over C&D recently and may be up to landing the sixth success of an excellent first campaign with Ruth Carr Lesley’s Boy’s latest Doncaster third came in a 3-y-o handicap which has thrown up winners and he’s second choice ahead of C&D specialist Mark’s Choice. TIMEFORM
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
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FIFTH RACE 4.05
THE QUEEN ETHELBURGA’S COLLEGIATE 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. (PenaltyValue £4710.60) Weights raised 2lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 35)
1 BOWOOD (GB) (10)
B g Siyouni (FR) - Pretty Paper (IRE)
RACEFORM
TIME 1 min 42.50 secs RECORD TIME 1 min 36.62 secs
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a one mile handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 51 to 70 Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed. A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 6lb.
Jockey: Jason Hart
Owner: Making Headway Racing & Star Racing Form: 506300 CD
Trainer: Ivan Furtado, Wiseton
2 (1)
Breeder: Papillon Stables Sarl
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Thirteen runs since last win in 2024. 15/2, seventh of 8 over C&D (good to firm) 10 days ago. Others more persuasive.
2 PISANELLO (IRE) (24)
B g Raven’s Pass (USA) - Painting (IRE)
8 10 1 (7)
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Owner: Trendy Ladies Form: 060004 D BF
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Sponsor: GAIN Equine Nutrition
Breeder: Haras D’Etreham
TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2024. 15/8, fourth of 5 in handicap at Hamilton (1m, good to firm) 24 days ago. Visor back on. Starting to look dangerously well handicapped and Tudhope is back in the saddle now.
3 CLEAR ANGEL (GB) (11)
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Calypso Beat (USA)
Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 67
7 9 13 (4)
Jockey: Harry Russell
Owner: Castle View Racing Form: 055033 D
Trainer: Susan Corbett, Otterburn
Sponsor: Finnies Heavy Haulage
Breeder: Framont Ltd, R.S.Cockerill & Monceaux
TIMEFORM VIEW Fifteen runs since last win in 2023 but has finished third in 1m handicaps at Haydock and Thirsk from his reduced mark on last 2 outings. Ought to be competitive again. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 65
4 THATS MY BOY LUKE (GB) (16)
Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Pivoÿng
4 9 11 (6)
Jockey: David Allan
Owner: Mr M. J. Macleod Form: 331050 CD
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sponsor: Leods Contracts Limited, Baker Finch Interiors
Breeder: Mrs Sarah Hamilton
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner in July. Respectable seventh of 11 in handicap at Haydock (1m, good to firm, 25/1) 16 days ago but remains 4lb above the mark he defied here. Star
5 TRAVIS (GB) (8)
B g Advertise - Bazzana
4 9 10 (8)
Jockey: Sam James
Owner: Tykemeout Syndicate Form: 041445
Trainer: Geoffrey Harker, Thirsk
Breeder: Manton Estate Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Thirsk in July 9/2, bit below form when fifth of 10 in handicap at Catterick (7f, good to firm) 8 days ago.
6
JESMOND DAWN (IRE) (14)
B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Strapless (IRE)
Owner: The Weighting Game
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton
4 9 9 (5)
Jockey: Oliver Stammers
Form: 032655 CD
Breeder: J. S. Bolger
TIMEFORM VIEW Missed the break and never a threat when fifth of 6 at Carlisle (1m, good) 14 days ago but his good Ripon record includes a win in this last year off 1lb higher Taken to bounce back.
7 DUMFRIES (GB) (13)
B g Cityscape - Milldale
Owner: Buist, Shields, Thompson and Mrs R Carr
Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington
Sponsor: William Hill
5 9 8 (3)
Jockey: James Sullivan
Form: 2143D1 D
Breeder: Whatton Manor Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Third win in a productive year when merely pushed out to see off 9 rivals in handicap at Beverley (7.5f, good to firm) 13 days ago. Should go well again. Star RatingHHHHI Official
8 MRBLUESKY (IRE) (12)
B g Cotai Glory - Dance For Livvy (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Lauren Hart & Partner
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Jockey: Oisin Orr
3 9 1 (2)
Form: 410035
Breeder: Ms Genia De Souza
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Newcastle in February. Respectable fifth of 10 in handicap at Beverley (8.5f, good to firm, 11/1) 12 days ago. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 59
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
2024: JESMOND DAWN (IRE) 3 9 2 Sam James 13-2 (Grant Tuer) 8 ran Blinkers worn by No. 4. Visor worn by No. 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 8.
Stewards Note: BOWOOD: Following its run on 16/8/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away. Betting Forecast:
3-1 Dumfries (GB), 5-1 Clear Angel (GB), 13-2 Pisanello (IRE), 8-1 Jesmond Dawn (IRE), 17-2 Travis (GB), 10-1 Mrbluesky (IRE), 12-1 Bowood (GB), Thats My Boy Luke (GB)
JESMOND DAWN could do with starting better than on his last 2 outings but he’s too well handicapped to ignore at a venue which has brought out the best of him in the past. Dumfries looked to have a bit up his sleeve at Beverley last time and is second choice ahead of Clear Angel. Pisanello is down to a mark he really should be making an impact from and it’s possible the refiÿng of a visor might spark him
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
A representative of Ripon Racecourse will select the best turned out horse and present a trophy to connections of the winner of this race.
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23rd - 31st August 2025
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SIXTH RACE 4.35
THE NATIONAL RACEHORSE WEEK 23RD TO 31ST AUGUST HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)
for three 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)
1 QUEENSLAND BOY (IRE) (33)
B g Australia - Queen of France (USA)
Owner: Letsgiveitago
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
Sponsor: Tote
RACE DESCRIPTION
This is a two mile handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards 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.
Jockey: Ryan Kavanagh (5)
Form: 6-11004 D
Breeder: Coolmore
TIMEFORM VIEW Two AW wins around 2m in the spring. Respectable fourth of 5 in handicap at Newbury (2m, good to firm) 33 days ago. Capable of going well for last year’s wining stable.
2 DEREHAM (GB) (20)
B g Sir Percy - Desiree (IRE)
9 10 0 (4)
Jockey: Taryn Langley (5)
Owner: Emma Berry Form: 645-212 D
Trainer: John Berry, Newmarket
Breeder: Mrs Emma Berry
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner over 2m at Newmarket in June. Creditable second of 7 at Yarmouth since. Likely to be on the premises again.
3 REGALLY BLONDE (GB) (20)
Ch m Mukhadram - Jolie Blonde
6 10 0 (3)
Jockey: Jack Nicholls (5)
Owner: Case Racing Partnership & Anita J Lush Form: 042124
Trainer: Ben Case, Banbury
Sponsor: David Andrews Construction Limited
Breeder: Miss K. Rausing
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Nottingham in July 11/2, fourth of 7 in handicap at Yarmouth 3 weeks ago, with reopposing Dereham ahead in second.
4 SEA MASTER (GB) (12)
Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Altesse
5 9 12 (6)
Jockey: James Sullivan
Owner: Mr Peter Ward Form: 4-33212
Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington
Sponsor: Tote, William Hill
Breeder: Miss K. Rausing & Sunderland Holding Inc
TIMEFORM VIEW In good form for Ruth Carr, including a win at Hamilton (13f) in July Second of 4 in handicap (85/40) at Beverley (2m, good to firm) 12 days ago. Cheekpieces on first time. Respected. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 55
5 TEAM ENDEAVOUR (GB) (37)
B g Bated Breath - Olympic Medal
6 9 2 (5)
Jockey: Tom Kiely-Marshall (5)
Owner: Mrs Allison Stamper Form: 2/-00426 D
Trainer: Barry Murtagh, Carlisle
Breeder: Trebles Holford Farm Thoroughbreds
TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2023. Runner-up over 2m at Catterick in July but not in the same form when sixth of 8 in handicap (18/1) at Redcar (2mf, good) 37 days ago. Star RatingHHHII Official
6 LILLISTAR (GB) (20)
Gr m Zoustar (AUS) - Langlauf (USA)
Owner: Mr John Sidebottom & Mrs Kate Sidebottom
Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham
45
5 9 2 (2)
Jockey: Aiden Brookes (3)
Form: 0/000-65
Breeder: T Bloom
TIMEFORM VIEW 25/1 and blinkered first time, fifth of 8 in handicap at Pontefract (1 1/4m, good) 20 days ago. Significantly back up in trip with the headgear quickly discarded. Star RatingHHIII Offi
7 BOVEY BELLE (GB) (34)
B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Soala (IRE)
Owner: David Bayliss Olly Williams
Trainer: Olly Williams, Market Rasen
Sponsor: Olly Williams Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW No form of worth, finishing last in both handicaps.
3 8 5 (1)
Jockey: Rhys Elliott (5)
Form: 003550
Breeder: D. J. and Mrs Deer
DECLARED RUNNERS 7
2024: TAILORMAN (FR) 4 10 4 David Nolan 7-4 (Ian Williams) 7 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 4. Blinkers worn by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3. Stewards Note: DEREHAM: Following its run on 6/8/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away Betting Forecast:
5-2 Dereham (GB), 3-1 Sea Master (GB), 5-1 Queensland Boy (IRE), 11-2 Regally Blonde (GB), 9-1 Lillistar (GB), 14-1 Team Endeavour (GB), 100-1 Bovey Belle (GB)
Ian Williams won this race last year and QUEENSLAND BOY might be up to giving the weight away back in a Class 6. Sea Master has had a consistent spell since joining Ruth Carr and is second choice ahead of John Berry’s Dereham.
BEST TURNED OUT HORSE
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RACE CONDITIONS
FIRST RACE 2.05 - THE THANK YOU JOAN EASEY APPRENTICE 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 four 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. August 24th. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 10st Penalties, after August 16th, 2025, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. To be ridden by Apprentice Jockeys, Overseas Jockeys eligible under Rule (B)42 and Professional Jockeys eligible to claim a weight allowance under paragraph 52 of the Weights and Handicapping Code Allowances: Jockeys who, prior to August 23rd, 2025, have not ridden more than 50 winners in races under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority 3lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 25 such winners 5lb Jockeys who have not ridden more than 10 such winners 7lb (Only one of these allowances may be claimed). THE 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 12 entries at £45. - Closed August 20th, 2025.
SEE PAGE 12 FOR THIS RACE.
SECOND RACE 2.35 - THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (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 maiden two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible. Enter by noon, August 20th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 24th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race The RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 14 entries at £45. - Closed August 20th, 2025.
SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
THIRD RACE 3.05 - THE 21 ENGINEER REGIMENT SAPPER NURSERYHANDICAP 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 two yrs old only, Rated 0-70. Enter by noon, August 20th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 24th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 16th, 2025, for each race won 6lb. 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 12 entries at £45. - Closed August 20th, 2025.
SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
FOURTH RACE 3.35 - THE RIPON YORKSHIRE’S GARDEN RACECOURSE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6280 to the winning horse The second to receive £2947, the third £1472, the fourth £736 and the fifth £367. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 59-78 (also open to such horses rated 79 and 80; such horses rated 58 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 59 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 58 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 24th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 9lb; 3-y-o 8st 6lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st; 3-y-o 9st 11lb Penalties, after August 16th, 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 26 entries at £60. - Closed August 20th, 2025.
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
FIFTH RACE 4.05 - THE QUEEN ETHELBURGA’S COLLEGIATE 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 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 50 and below) £45 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £9 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £36 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 24th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 10lb Penalties, after August 16th, 2025, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. QUEEN ETHELBURGA’S COLLEGIATE have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, they will award a cash prize to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 18 entries at £45. - Closed August 20th, 2025.
SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
SIXTH RACE 4.35 - THE NATIONAL RACEHORSE WEEK 23RD TO 31STAUGUST 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 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. August 24th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 2lb; 3-y-o 8st 5lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 5lb Penalties, after August 16th, 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 14 entries, 2 at £7 and 12 at £35. - Closed August 20th, 2025.
SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.
2025 FIXTURES
Monday 25th August – Bank Holiday
Tuesday 26th August
Saturday 27th September
2026 FIXTURES
Thursday 16th April
Saturday 25th April
Friday 8th May (Evening)
Sunday 17th May
Thursday 28th May
Wednesday 3rd June (Evening)
Wednesday 17th June (Evening)
Thursday 18th June
Monday 6th July (Evening)
Saturday 18th July
Monday 27th July (Evening)
Monday 3rd August
Saturday 15th August
Monday 31st August – Bank Holiday
Tuesday 1st September
Saturday 26th September
