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OFFICIALS & WELCOME

JAMES HUTCHINSON

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STEWARDS

Chief Steward Michael Eyre

Stewards’ Panel Chair Jenny Swainson

Phillipa Colley, Beth Dowswell, Robert McCarthy

STARTERS

Kieran O’Shea, Phillip Dennis

JUDGE

Di Clark

CLERK OF THE SCALES

Karl Curran

EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS

Alec Dent, Graham Gray, Joe O’Gorman

VETERINARY OFFICER

Jon Pycock

VETERINARY SURGEONS

Matt Butterell, Richard Sutcliffe

MEDICAL OFFICERS

Dr Patrick Wynn, Dr Jonathan Bulman, Dr Ros Roden

DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD

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BETTING RING MANAGERS

Mark Ryan

COMMENTATOR

Tony Ennis

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 5:57pm The Book Online At ripon-races.co.uk Maiden Fillies’ Stakes

SECOND RACE 6:30pm The Napoleons Casino And Restaurant Leeds Maiden Stakes

THIRD RACE 7:00pm

The Lloyd Land Rover Ripon Handicap Stakes

FOURTH RACE 7:30pm

The Wells Memorial Challenge Trophy Handicap Stakes

FIFTH RACE 8:00pm

The Sky Sports Racing Sky 415 Fillies’ Handicap Stakes

SIXTH RACE 8:30pm The We’re Back For Ladies’ Day Tomorrow Handicap Stakes

Good evening and a warm welcome to Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse.

Our feature race this evening is the Wells Memorial Challenge Trophy at 7.30pm. This race honours members of the Wells family, whose contribution to the racecourse has spanned generations. Our current Chairman, Andrew Wells, proudly continues that family legacy. Among those lining up this evening are Mark’s Choice, our all-time winning horse here at Ripon, and fellow Course & Distance winner Glory Hyde.

As well as the racing, we are delighted to welcome back Claire Coupland, who will be providing live entertainment on the Bandstand throughout the evening. Claire is always popular at our racedays, and we hope you’ll take the opportunity to enjoy her performance alongside the racing.

Once the final race has been run, our team will be preparing for a busy return tomorrow afternoon for Ladies’ Day. There are fantastic prizes up for grabs in our Best Dressed Lady, Best Hat and Best Dressed Gentleman competitions, kindly supported by Grantley Hall, Furlong & Furrow and Live For Today. We are also looking forward to welcoming Robbie Barr – our very own Michael Bublé – who will be performing on the Bandstand throughout the day. Looking ahead, we return with evening racing on Monday 6th July, before welcoming racegoers back for our Go Racing in Yorkshire Summer Festival fixture on Saturday 18th July. Club Enclosure tickets are proving popular, so please book early to avoid disappointment. Whether you’re joining us for your first visit or you’re one of our regular racegoers, thank you for joining us tonight. We hope you enjoy your evening and look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

Very best wishes,

JAMES HUTCHINSON Managing Director

RACECOURSE MAP

HEALTH & SAFETY NOTICE

Ripon Racecourse requests that you observe all Health & Safety requirements whilstyou are here today. Please do not stand in the aisles of the Grandstand as this could prevent access in an emergency We would also request that only those that are disabled use the disabled viewing ramp and that parents keep a close eye on all children and prevent them from climbing the running rails and getting onto the actual racecourse.

First Aid points are located in the Claro Rooms in the Paddock Enclosure and to the rear of the Course Enclosure building.

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Male Toilet

Female Toilet

Male & Female toilets

TRACKFACTS

A right-handed oval track, one mile five furlongs in extent, which joins the straight course five furlongs from the finish. The undulations in the straight do not favour big galloping types.

TOP COURSE TRAINERS

LEADING TRAINERS AT RIPON (2021-2026) WITH RUNNERS:

T EASTERBY (74 wins from 634 runners, 12%) runs HALCON (5.57), BYE LAW (7.30), ROSEMARY MAY (8.00), BARMYBLADE (8.30).

D O’MEARA (29 wins from 219 runners, 13%) runs RAULIN (7.00), TANAKA (8.30).

RICHARD & PETER FAHEY (23 wins from 198 runners, 12%) runs CHIWARA (5.57), MASAI ANGEL (6.30), BEATTIE IS BACK (7.30), WHAT A TAHOO (8.30).

TRAINERS IN FORM

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

D O’MEARA (8 wins from 57 runners, 14%) runners listed above.

J GOLDIE (7 wins from 36 runners, 19%) runs KRISSY (8.00).

W HAGGAS (6 wins from 29 runners, 21%) runs WINTER FLOWER (7.00).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

LEADING JOCKEYS AT RIPON (2021-2026) WITH RIDES:

JASON HART (21 wins from 149 rides, 14%) rides BEAUTY BOX (5.57), WINTER FLOWER (7.00), BEYOND BORDERS (7.30), BAY DREAM BELIEVER (8.00).

JOANNA MASON (13 wins from 104 rides, 12%) rides GLORY HYDE (7.30), ELOQUENCIA (8.00), YOU MYSTIFY ME (8.30).

BILLY GARRITTY (12 wins from 73 rides, 16%) rides ROMAN CRYSTAL (5.57), MASAI ANGEL (6.30), SOMETHING (7.00), GLASGOW KISS (8.00), DUNNINGTON LAD (8.30).

JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

JOANNA MASON (7 wins from 39 rides, 18%) rides listed above

JASON HART (3 wins from 49 rides, 6%) rides listed above.

JACK DOUGHTY (3 wins from 22 rides, 14%) rides MELODY DE VEGA (8.00).

STABLE MOVES

5.57 PENNY ARCADE has moved from K R Burke to O Greenall & J Guerrieo; 7.00 DREAM HARDER has moved from I Williams to D M Loughnane

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 7.30 Blind Beggar (won off 79 down 6lb to 73); 7.00 Dream Harder (won off 83 down 6lb to 77); 8.30 Dunnington Lad (won off 53 down 8lb to 45); Barmyblade (won off 59 down 9lb to 50)

LONGEST TRAVELLERS

KRISSY (8.00) trained by J Goldie, Glasgow, distance of 198 miles. BEAUTY BOX (5.57) trained by J Tate, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles ELOQUENCIA (8.00) trained by J Owen, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles WINTER FLOWER (7.00) trained by W Haggas, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles DREAM HARDER (7.00) trained by D M Loughnane, Kidderminster, distance of 165 miles MELODY DE VEGA (8.00) trained by Dr R Newland & J Insole, Droitwich, distance of 160 miles.

NOTE:

TODAY’S TIPS

RACE 1

BEAUTY BOX showed the benefit of having a Newmarket debut under her belt when finishing a solid second at Windsor and, with another step forward, this could be her day. PennyArcade is more experienced having had a third run and that is sure to stand her in good stead, but ultimately she was beaten at cramped odds in a Beverley claimer Chiwara is an interesting newcomer and also commands attention.

WIN: BEAUTY BOX

RACE 2

DANGER: PENNYARCADE

KILFRUSH DESERT lines up in here getting weight from the boys and can make it third-time lucky Asolid Beverleythird on debut lastyear, she returned from over ayear oﬀ the track to post an eyecatching Newcastle second inApril. Entitled to have needed the run, this could be the time to catch her Grasmere Boy has done little wrong at Newcastle and Catterick and heads the list of dangers from Masai Angel. WIN: KILFRUSH DESERT

GRASMERE BOY

RACE 3

SOMETHING is clearly taking his racing well as he won here at the end of last month and posted a solid second at Pontefract last Monday. Turned out again just nine days later, he’s evidently showing all the right signs at home and should go very close. Dual-purpose performer Scottish Dancer is going well under both codes this year and commands respect, as does Raulin.

RACE 4

GLORY HYDE might have been arriving in search of a five-timer had she not endured a luckless run at Beverley three starts ago, but completing a hat-trick would be no mean feat and she is expected to do just that. Mark’s Choice has no fewerthan 10 coursewins to his name and is sure to go well along with Wolverhampton scorer Beyond Borders.

WIN: GLORY HYDE

RACE 5

MARK’S CHOICE

Bay Dream Believer was able to regain the winning thread at Pontefract and is entitled to respect oﬀ 3lb higher, and it would come as no surprise were handicap debutant Eloquencia to take a step forward. However, the vote goes to GLASGOW KISS, who looked ready for a step up in trip when keeping on well over the extended mile at Nottingham. With blinkers applied for the first time, progress is anticipated. WIN: GLASGOW KISS

BAY DREAM BELIEVER

RACE 6

WHAT A TAHOO proved she could handle the undulating nature of this track when third over6ftwo starts ago before occupying the same position at Carlisle.The chestnut filly could fare better over the minimum trip given that she weakened late on that day and is preferred to Brain Freeze. Dunnington Lad won this in 2024 and can’t be underestimated, for all that he does arrive with something to prove at present.

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)

Sponsor (If relevant) 16 Form / = New Season - = New Year

Bold type shows all weather form

C = Course Winner

D = Distance Winner

CD = Course & Distance Winner

BF = Beaten Favourite 17 Jockey

STAR RATING EXPLAINED

Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below:

HHHHH Selected to win the race.

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims

HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

OFFICIAL BHA RATING

The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability

The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).

The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.

FIRST RACE 5.57

FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for maiden two yrs old ﬁllies

Total prize fund £10000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

1 BEAUTY BOX (IRE) (44)

Ch f Space Blues (IRE) - Utile

Owner: Mr Anthony Hogarth

Trainer: James Tate, Newmarket

RACE DESCRIPTION

This race is a six furlongs maiden stakes for two-yearolds. 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: 42 BF

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Fair form on both starts, stepping up on 5f Newmarket debut when second of 6 in novice at Windsor (6f, good) 6 weeks ago. Sets a decent standard and has the rail draw.

2 BINT MINZAAL (IRE) (26)

B f Minzaal (IRE) - Jessie Jane (IRE)

Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah

Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton

9 2 (1)

Jockey: Tom Eaves

Form: 6

Breeder: Manister House Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW 9/1, sixth of 9 in maiden at Haydock (6f, good to soft) on debut 26 days ago. Needs to leave that well behind.

3 CHIWARA (IRE) (-)

B f Sands of Mali (FR) - Dreams of Thunder (IRE)

Owner: The Cool Silk Partnership

Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton

9 2 (3)

Jockey: Barry McHugh

Form:

Breeder: The Cool Silk Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 30. Sands of Mali ﬁlly Dam, 6f winner, closely related to useful 2-y-o 8.3f winner Wise Prince. Newcomer from a respected yard. Would enter calculations if the betting vibes are strong.

4 HALCON (GB) (-)

Ch f Belardo (IRE) - New Falcon (IRE)

Jockey: Sean Kirrane

Owner: Habton Racing Form:

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

9 2 (2)

Breeder: Bearstone Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 30. Belardo ﬁlly Sister to winner up to 1m Prairie Falcon and half-sister to 3 winners, including 1m winner Falcon’s Vision and 2-y-o 1m winner Perregrin. Most newcomers from the yard are better for a run.

5 PENNY ARCADE (IRE) (21)

B f Ardad (IRE) - Mashkoorah (IRE)

Owner: Mrs Sarah Bryan

Trainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas

Sponsor: Dodson & Horrell Ltd

Jockey: James Sullivan

9 2 (4)

Form: 423 BF

Breeder: KCS Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Reached the frame on all 3 5f starts for Karl Burke, leaving that yard after ﬁnishing third in Beverley claimer 3 weeks ago. The step up to 6f looks sure to suit her Star RatingHHHHI Oﬃ

6 ROMAN CRYSTAL (IRE) (-)

B f Shaman (IRE) - Clare Island (IRE)

Owner: The Lee Westwood Racing Partnership

Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriﬀ Hutton

Sponsor: Stittenham Farms

9 2 (5)

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Form:

Breeder: Rossenarra Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 26. €18,000 Shaman ﬁlly. Half-sister to 6f winner Farandaway. Dam 6f winner. Worth a second look in the betting on debut.

7 TRAVELLERS GIRL (IRE) (-)

B f Space Traveller - Traveller’s Tales

Owner: Fell & Lavery

Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton

Sponsor: OR8 Wellness

9 2 (6)

Jockey: Oisin McSweeney

Form:

Breeder: Gervin Creaner

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 17. Space Traveller half-sister to several winners, including 2-y-o 7.2f winner Elzaam Tales and 6f winner Patsy Fagan, but she was picked up for only 1,500 gns at the breeze-ups.

Betting Forecast: 11-8 Beauty Box (IRE), 5-2 Penny Arcade (IRE), 8-1 Chiwara (IRE), 14-1 Bint Minzaal (IRE), 20-1 Halcon (GB), Roman Crystal (IRE), 25-1 Travellers Girl (IRE)

BEAUTY BOX contested 2 decent races in the spring and this looks a good opening for her, particularly with the rail draw Penny Arcade promises to be suited by the step up to 6f and can provide the main threat unless the betting speaks for one of the newcomers.

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.

POSITION OF STALLS

Straight CourSe - Stand Side round CourSe - inSide rail 1 mile 4 furlongS - Centre

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SECOND RACE 6.30

THE NAPOLEONS CASINO AND RESTAURANT LEEDS MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for maiden three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £10000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

1 GRASMERE BOY (GB) (18)

B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Bint Arcano (FR)

Owner: G. B. Turnbull Ltd

Trainer: Julie Camacho, Malton

RACEFORM

TIME 1 min 13.50 secs

TIME 1 min 09.04 secs

RACE DESCRIPTION

This six furlongs contest for horses aged three-years-old and upwards is another maiden stakes - a race for horses that have yet to record a racecourse victory There are a variety of reasons why the older horses in this race could still be maidens. Stoutly bred horses are unlikely to be seen at their best over the shorter distances of their juvenile season whilst a setback or injury can curtail even the most precociously bred horse’s two-year-old career

3 9 7 (5)

Jockey: Ryan Sexton

Form: 22

Breeder: G. B. Turnbull Ltd

Sponsor: Tote, David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Harry Angel gelding who ﬁnished a close second over 7f at Newcastle (novice on all-weather) and Catterick (maiden on good to ﬁrm) last month. Should have the speed for 6f. Leading claims.

2 KILFRUSH BLUE (IRE) (32)

B g Blue Point (IRE) - Queen of Mayfair

Owner: G P Racing and Mrs R Carr

Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington

Sponsor: William Hill

3 9 7 (3)

Jockey: James Sullivan

Form: 0-0

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Down the ﬁeld in 2 outings 9 months apart (trained by Jack Channon on debut).

3 LIKEADYINWASP (IRE) (49)

B g Bungle Inthejungle - Lady Cashback

Owner: Dreams

Trainer: Declan Carroll, Malton

3 9 7 (1)

Jockey: Zak Wheatley

Form: 566

Breeder: Roy W. Tector

TIMEFORM VIEW Signs of ability in 3 all-weather outings over 6f in April, catching the eye of the stewards after ﬁnishing with running left on the third occasion. Capable of better at some point.

4 MASAI ANGEL (FR) (58)

B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Military Angel (USA)

Owner: Sheikh Salman Al Khalifa & Partner

Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton

Sponsor: Richard Fahey Racing

3 9 7 (2)

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Form: 5-4

Breeder: S.A.R.L. Ecurie Haras de Beauvoir

TIMEFORM VIEW Distant ﬁfth on Hamilton debut last June but showed a lot more when fourth of 9 at Newcastle 10 months later, despite still looking green. May do better again. Star Rating

5 KILFRUSH DESERT (IRE) (58)

B f Earthlight (IRE) - Noura Star (IRE)

Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah

Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton

3 9 2 (4)

Jockey: Tom Eaves

Form: 3-2

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Promise when placed at Beverley (5f, good to soft) and Newcastle (6f, all-weather) a year apart. The fact she was reported to have bled at Newcastle is a bit of a concern but still rates the obvious danger to Grasmere Boy. Star RatingHHHHI Oﬃcial BHA Rating -

DECLARED RUNNERS 5

Stewards Note:

2025: MODERN TIMES 4 10 0 Sean Kirrane 8-13 (Tim Easterby) 8 ran

LIKEADYINWASP: Following its run on 29/4/2026 it was reported that the horse made a respiratory noise. KILFRUSH DESERT: Following its run on 20/4/2026 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled. Betting Forecast: 5-4 Grasmere Boy (GB), 7-4 Kilfrush Desert (IRE), 4-1 Masai Angel (FR), 25-1 Likeadyinwasp (IRE), 66-1 Kilfrush Blue (IRE) PLAY SMARTER

GRASMERE BOY is taken to gain compensation for a couple of near misses last month, most likely at the main expense of Kilfrush Desert.

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

A representative of Napoleons Casino And Restaurant Leeds will select the best turned out horse and present a trophy to connections of the winner of this race

NOTICES

Weights, Pedigrees, Trainers’ Names, Descriptions, Performances and Values of races have been added for the convenience of the Public, but are subject to alteration.

All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post.

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THIRD RACE 7.00

THE LLOYD LAND ROVER RIPON HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS RACE)

for four yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £12000

ONE MILE ABOUT FOUR FURLONGS (12f abt 10yds)

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4876; Second £2438; Third £1219; Fourth £610; Fifth £305; Sixth £152. (Penalty Value £6184.80) Weights lowered 1lb. SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

1 RAULIN (IRE) (9)

B g Mehmas (IRE) - Lope Scholar (IRE)

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile and four furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 61 to 80 In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their oﬃcial handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far. The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than a lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 40 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 130.

Jockey: Mark Winn

Owner: Akela Thoroughbreds Limited Form: 16-0623

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: Akela Plant Hire Ltd

9 10 (3)

Breeder: Luas Bloodstock

TIMEFORMVIEW Landed a double over 1 1/4m at Pontefract last summer and he lines up here having run creditably when third in a 4-runner handicap over this trip back there 9 days ago (Something placed second). Remains 1lb above last successful mark and others preferred for win purposes. Star RatingHHHII O

2 WINTER FLOWER (IRE) (53)

B f Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Athary (IRE)

Owner: Abdulla Al Khalifa

Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

4 9 8 (6)

Jockey: Jason Hart

Form: 61326-0 BF

Breeder: Sheikh Abdulla bin Isa Al-Khalifa

TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage filly who was successful on second of 3 starts in novice company and best effort yet when second on handicap debut at Newcastle (12.5f) in November Possibly unsuited by fast ground on reappearance at Haydock (10.5f) in April and better anticipated now back up in trip. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 80

3 SPIRIT OF JURA (GB) (52)

Ch f Masar (IRE) - Pamona (IRE)

Owner: R W Huggins & Partner

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

Sponsor: Johnston Racing Ltd

4 9 7 (2)

Jockey: Oliver Stammers

Form: 206-405

Breeder: Highclere Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Notched up 4 wins in 2025 (at up to 13f) but she’s essentially looked summed up by her handicap mark more recently, no extra last 1/2f when ﬁfth of 6 at Nottingham (1 3/4m, good) 52 days ago. Steps back down in trip now Star RatingHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 79

4 SOMETHING (GB) (9)

Br g Golden Horn - Calipatria

Owner: Foulrice Park Racing Limited

Trainer: Liam Bailey, Middleham

Sponsor: Show Business Interiors Ltd

5 9 5 (1)

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Form: 520312 CD

Breeder: Highclere Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged a C&D handicap for second successive season in May and stepped up again when just unable to repel his odds-on stablemate (who won a competitive York handicap on Friday) at Pontefract (1 1/2m) 9 days ago. Front-running style well suited to this venue and he should take some catching again. Star RatingHHHHH Oﬃcial BHA Rating 77

5 DREAM HARDER (IRE) (200)

B g Muhaarar - Silent Thoughts (IRE)

Owner: Mr Paul Farrell

Trainer: Mark Loughnane, Kidderminster

Sponsor: Tote

7 9 5 (5)

Jockey: Tom Eaves

Form: 606666- D

Breeder: Barronstown Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a losing run from a 6lb higher mark at Chester (12.3f) 13 months ago and in better heart than form ﬁgures suggest towards the back end of last year on all-weather. Reappears for new yard back at a more suitable trip and interesting if supported in the betting down in class. Star RatingHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 77

6 SCOTTISH DANCER (IRE) (31)

B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Destalink

Owner: Mr W. T. Reed

Trainer: Tim Reed, Hexham

7 9 4 (4)

Jockey: Millie Wonnacott (5)

Form: 3/211//-12

Breeder: Norelands B/Stock & Emma Capon B/Stock

TIMEFORM VIEW Lost his way for Eoin Doyle over hurdles in Ireland but resurgent for new yard, winning on return at Thirsk prior to ﬁnishing a good second over 2m here in May Posted another solid eﬀort when third over hurdles at Worcester (2 1/2m, good to soft) latest and he’s respected back on the level.

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

Star RatingHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 76

2025: ODIN LEGACY (IRE) 4 9 8 Alec Voikhansky 9-2 (Richard Hannon) 7 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 5, 6. Betting Forecast:

11-4 Something (GB), 7-2 Winter Flower (IRE), 4-1 Scottish Dancer (IRE), 9-2 Raulin (IRE), 8-1 Spirit of Jura (GB), 14-1 Dream Harder (IRE)

Having landed a C&D handicap for the second successive season in May, SOMETHING ran another solid race when runner up at Pontefract 9 days ago, just unable to repel a stablemate who has since won again at York. His style of racing is well served by the demands of this track and he could prove tough to catch if getting his own way in front. Winter Flower promises to be suited by the return to this trip and may emerge as the danger.

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

Mark Redding will select the best turned out horse and present a trophy to connections of the winner of this race.

RACEFORM STANDARD TIMES

Raceform Standard Times are the copyright of Raceform Ltd, publishers of the Official Form Book. They were compiled originally by taking an average of the tenfastest times recorded on good to firm going, with an adjustment for weight carried above or below 9 stone. They are revised annually

ON COURSE RACEGOER SAFETY

Ripon Racecourse would like to ask all visitors to observe the following points for their own safety.

• Racegoers MUST cross the racecourse only at the specific manned crossing points, namely the Grandstand and Paddock upper crossing and Grandstand and Paddock lower crossing. These points are manned for your own safetyracegoers should make no attempt to cross the course until advised to do so by the racecourse staff. ANYONE IGNORING THIS REQUEST IS LIKELYTO BE EXCLUDED FROM THE PREMISES

• When watching the racing from the middle of the course, racegoers should avoid standing too close to the rails and under no circumstances should children be allowed to sit on the rail.

We would stress that the above points are there to help keep you, the jockeys and the horses from coming into immediate contactFOR YOUR OWN SAFETY

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FOURTH RACE 7.30

THE WELLS MEMORIAL CHALLENGE TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £11000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £4469; Second £2235; Third £1118; Fourth £559; Fifth £279; Sixth £140. (Penalty Value £5669.40) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

1 GLORY HYDE (IRE) (14)

B m Cotai Glory - Sea of Antiquity (IRE)

Owner: Swales & Fell

Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton

Sponsor: OR8 Wellness, Tote

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 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.

5 10 2 (4)

Jockey: Joanna Mason

Form: 501511 CD

Breeder: Mr Derek Smullen

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on easing mark at Wetherby in April and, having met trouble in running next time, she’s conﬁrmed she’s in top form with further wins at Redcar and this C&D 2 weeks ago. Up 7lb for that decisive success but clearly deserves utmost respect in current mood.

2 BEATTIE IS BACK (GB) (14)

B g Mayson - Miss Fifty (IRE)

Owner: Richard Fahey Ebor Racing Club Ltd

Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton

7 10 1 (6)

Jockey: Jack Garritty

Form: 0-64206

Breeder: Mr & Mrs Sandy Orr

TIMEFORM VIEW Worked his way back to best this year, looking unlucky not to win when beaten a neck at Wolverhampton (7f) in February Was left poorly placed at York and also didn’t have much luck when 10 1/4 lengths sixth of 10 to Glory Hyde over C&D 14 days ago from a very tough track position. Looks interesting. Star RatingHHHHH Oﬃcial BHA Rating 74

3 BLIND BEGGAR (IRE) (25)

B g Equiano (FR) - Beylerbey (USA)

Owner: New Vision Bloodstock & Steel A Win

Trainer: Jessica Macey, Doncaster

Sponsor: Jessica Macey Racing

8 10 0 (1)

Jockey: Ryan Kavanagh (5)

Form: 405-000 D

Breeder: Pat Beirne

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Sandown (5f) last summer for Michael Appleby and went close over the same C&D on stable debut. However, he’s been well below form in 3 outings this year and for all he drops in grade here, he has enough to prove at present. Star RatingHHIII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 73

4 BEYOND BORDERS (IRE) (16)

B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Beyond Limits (IRE)

5 9 13 (5)

Jockey: Jason Hart

Owner: Cragg Wood Racing Form: 006-061 D

Trainer: Kevin & Lauren Frost, Newark

Sponsor: Kevin Frost Racing

Breeder: Promenade Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Hindered by the odd slow start but broke on terms and cashed in on a handy mark with a tongue strap ﬁtted at Wolverhampton 2 weeks ago. Showed a good attitude in the process and retains handicap scope up 4lb.

5 MARK’S CHOICE (IRE) (18)

B g Bungle Inthejungle - Ramamara (IRE)

Owner: Cragg Wood Racing

Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton

Sponsor: Gemma Tutty Racing Ltd

10 9 11 (3)

Jockey: William Pyle

Form: 011-062 CD

Breeder: Northern Bloodstock Agency Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Tremendous record at Ripon and arrives on the back of a good second of 6 at Catterick 18 days ago. Still 4lb above last winning mark but demands a second look whenever he runs at this track.

6 BYE LAW (IRE) (12)

B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Virtually

Owner: Mr D Sturdy, Mr D Lumley & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

3 9 2 (2)

Jockey: Sean Kirrane

Form: 05-6603 D

Breeder: Mr Donnchadh Higgins

TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged a pair of 6f novice events at Ayr and Redcar last summer Has failed to kick on since but easily best eﬀort in handicaps when third of 13 at Thirsk over 6f 12 days ago. Has now found his level.

RatingHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 68

DECLARED RUNNERS 6

2025: MR COOL (IRE) 3 9 8 Joe Fanning 9-2 (Charlie Johnston) 6 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4, 5. Betting Forecast:

9-4 Glory Hyde (IRE), 7-2 Mark’s Choice (IRE), 9-2 Beyond Borders (IRE), 11-2 Bye Law (IRE), 7-1 Beattie Is Back (GB), 16-1 Blind Beggar (IRE)

BEATTIE IS BACK is almost certainly in better heart than his form ﬁgures suggest. having little chance from his draw behind Glory Hyde over C&D 2 weeks ago. At the likely prices, he’s a sporting bet to reverse the form on these terms. Ripon specialist Mark’s Choice should be ﬁrmly in the mix, too.

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

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FIFTH RACE 8.00

THE SKY SPORTS RACING SKY 415 FILLIES’ HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for three yrs old and upwards ﬁllies and mares

Total prize fund £9000

Owners Prize Money. Winner £3716; Second £1859; Third £929; Fourth £464; Fifth £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

1 KRISSY (IRE) (17)

B m Calyx - Advertising Space (IRE)

mins 5.60 secs

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a one mile and two furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards fillies and mares 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: Rhys Elliott (5)

Owner: Mr James Mearns Long Form: 012110 D

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Breeder: Thistle Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Form has taken oﬀ since the end of last year, recording her third win of 2026 at Carlisle last month. Left the impression recent busy spell had caught up with her when down the ﬁeld at Thirsk (1m, good) 2 days later but subsequent break will help her cause. Remains of interest.

2 BAY DREAM BELIEVER (IRE) (15)

B m New Bay - Arabescatta

Owner: URSA Major Racing Ltd & Partner

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriﬀ Hutton

Sponsor: Jt Rooﬁng Sysyems Ltd

ting 70

7 9 7 (8)

Jockey: Jason Hart

Form: 50-0051 CD

Breeder: Kildaragh Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Multiple C&D winner, including twice last year. Conﬁrmed return to form when winning 8-runner handicap at Pontefract 15 days ago, beating Pol Roger by neck. Remains well treated on old form and must be taken seriously back at this venue. Star RatingHHHHH Oﬃcial BHA Rating 61

3 ROSEMARY MAY (IRE) (9)

B f Awtaad (IRE) - Rawaaq

Owner: Reality Partnerships XVIII

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

4 9 6 (7)

Jockey: Sean Kirrane

Form: 000-000

Breeder: Grenane House Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 1m Ayr maiden last spring but has barely beaten a rival in 6 handicap outings since Hard to make a case for unless the market speaks otherwise. Star RatingHIIII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 60 (-5)

4 THE NEW BAY PEARL (GB) (14)

Ch f New Bay - Platinum Pearl

Owner: Mr S Gale & Mr B Lyles

Trainer: Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft

Sponsor: Yorkshire Bale

4 9 5 (4)

Jockey: Tom Eaves

Form: 3056-00

Breeder: Galadari Sons Stud Company Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW Placed 3 times last year for Roger Varian but has made very little impression in 2 runs for new yard after a breathing operation.

5 MELODY DE VEGA (IRE) (25)

B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Legal Lyric (IRE)

Owner: Michael P Tudor & Mr J. P. M. O’Connor

Trainer: Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich

Sponsor: Coulthursts Ltd

3 9 4 (2)

Jockey: Jack Doughty

Form: 023-350

Breeder: John O’Connor

TIMEFORM VIEW Turned in best effort when keeping on third in a 1m Kempton handicap on return. Failed to improve as hoped tackling 1 1/4m for the first time at Salisbury a month ago. Looks worth another chance over this sort of trip, though, and handicapper has dropped her 3lb. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 70

6 ELOQUENCIA (GB) (26)

B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Chili Dip

Owner: The Gredley Family

Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket

Sponsor: Unex Group

3 9 2 (5)

Jockey: Joanna Mason

Form: 322

Breeder: NewEngland/Parker/Sunderland Holding Inc

TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form on all 3 starts, runner-up on last 2, beaten 2 lengths by promising Supplicate in novice at Bath last time. Makes handicap debut with ﬁrst-time cheekpieces

7 ANGELA’S BAAR (IRE) (9)

B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Kurland (IRE)

Owner: Keatley Owners Group, Porter & Finneran

Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton

Sponsor: Keatley Racing Ltd

3 9 1 (3)

Jockey: M. P. Sheehy

Form: 264-560

Breeder: Ms Maureen Hehir

TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t kicked on from her debut second in 6f maiden at Pontefract last summer, including in handicaps on last 2 starts. May need her mark to come down a bit more.

8 GLASGOW KISS (GB) (14)

B f Palace Pier - Propel (IRE)

Owner: Next Wave and Medallion

Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas

Sponsor: Coral Racing Limited

3 8 11 (6)

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Form: 6-44004

Breeder: Fairway Thoroughbreds Pty Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Took a step back in right direction despite being slowly away when 5 1/2 lengths fourth of 10 to Lillie Margot in handicap at Nottingham last time. Steps up in trip with ﬁrst-time blinkers replacing visor worn then. Star RatingHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 63

DECLARED RUNNERS 8

Blinkers worn ﬁrst time by No 8.

2025: SHIELAS WELL (IRE) 3 8 12 Harrison Shaw 14-1 (Grant Tuer) 7 ran

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No 6. Hood worn by No 2, 3.

Stewards Note:

KRISSY: Following its run on 31/5/2026 it was reported that the horse stumbled leaving the stalls.

THE NEW BAY PEARL: Following its run on 3/6/2026 it was reported that the jockey was slow removing the blindfold.

GLASGOW KISS: Following its run on 3/6/2026 it was reported that the horse was slowly away

Betting Forecast:

5-2 Bay Dream Believer (IRE), 11-4 Krissy (IRE), 9-2 Eloquencia (GB), 17-2 Melody de Vega (IRE), 10-1 Glasgow Kiss (GB), 20-1 Angela’s Baar (IRE), 28-1 The New Bay Pearl (GB), 66-1 Rosemary May (IRE)

BAY DREAM BELIEVER, a 3-time C&D winner, arrives on the back of a recent success and remains on a favourable mark, so is taken to enhance her already impressive course record Krissy, successful in 5 of her last 10 starts, rates the principal danger after a short break, while Eloquencia could step forward now handicapping for the ﬁrst time in headgear

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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SIXTH RACE 8.30

THE WE’RE BACK FOR LADIES’ DAYTOMORROW HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for three yrs old and upwards

Total prize fund £7000

OwnersPrizeMoney.Winner£2890;Second£1446;Third£722;Fourth£361;Fifth£181.(PenaltyValue£3663.80) Weightsraised5lbandparagraphs27to31oftheWeightsandHandicappingCodecompliedwithwhereapplicable.SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31)

BARMYBLADE (IRE) (20)

B g Kodiac - Maroubra (FR)

RACEFORM

RACE DESCRIPTION

This is a ﬁve furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 55 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.

4 9 9 (5)

Jockey: Sean Kirrane

Owner: Barmyblades Form: 0-04600 C D

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud

Breeder: Pier House Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times at up to 6f in 2025 (twice over C&D). Hasn’t hit the same heights this year and little encouragement to be gleaned from eﬀort at this course last month, but has been given a chance by the handicapper and any market support should be taken seriously Star RatingHHHII Oﬃcial BHA Rating 50

2 YOU MYSTIFY ME (IRE) (18)

B f A’Ali (IRE) - Mystify Me

3 9 7 (3)

Jockey: Joanna Mason

Owner: N Bradley Racing 29 & South Bank Racing Form: 3206

Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriﬀ Hutton

Sponsor: Tattersalls

Breeder: Camogue Stud Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Turned in best effort when second of 4 behind smart prospect in 5f novice at Hamilton in May Hasn’t kicked on since, including on handicap debut at Catterick last time, but yard among the winners and have decent record when applying first-time headgear Claims if bouncing back. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 54

3 DORALEE (GB) (22)

B m Swiss Spirit - Jofranka

5 9 7 (1)

Jockey: William Pyle

Owner: Albion Racing Form: 0-53360 D BF

Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk

Sponsor: Tote

Breeder: Harrowgate Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Creditable efforts when third twice in April and had excuses when only sixth at Redcar on penultimate outing. Disappointing last time but place claims if able to shrug that effort off

4 BRAIN FREEZE (IRE) (23)

B f Kessaar (IRE) - Lady Lizabeth (IRE)

Owner: Mr I. Davison

Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington

Sponsor: Denton Hall Racing Ltd

3 9 7 (8)

Jockey: Rhys Elliott (5)

Form: 304-051 D

Breeder: John Martin McLoughney

TIMEFORM VIEW Found improvement when winning 8-runner handicap at Redcar (5f, good to ﬁrm) 23 days ago. Raced from 2lb out of the handicap on that occasion, so 3lb rise looks more than fair and ought to go well again. Star RatingHHHHH Oﬃcial BHA Rating 54

5 ARLINGTON (GB) (50)

Ch g Washington DC (IRE) - Nizhoni (USA)

Owner: Bryan Smart Racing Club

Trainer: Bryan Smart, Hambleton

Sponsor: Tote

5 9 5 (4)

Jockey: Tom Kiely-Marshall (5)

Form: 30-1005 D

Breeder: Crossﬁelds Bloodstock Ltd

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful at Southwell in January but has struggled since. Reverts to turf for the ﬁrst time this year and, whilst he’s yet to win on this surface, he went close over C&D oﬀ a similar mark last summer

6 DUNNINGTON LAD (IRE) (9)

Ch g Camacho - Streetlady (USA)

Owner: The Golden Partnership

Trainer: Peter Winks, Barnsley

TIMEFORM VIEW Successful twice over C&D in

6 9 4 (2)

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Form: 00U-006 CD

Breeder: Grangemore Stud

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7 HYRCANIAN (IRE) (22) 5 9 4 (6)

B m Bungle Inthejungle - Naadrah

Owner: Mrs R. E. Barr

Trainer: Ron Barr, Middlesbrough

Jockey: Zak Wheatley

Form: 0005-00

Breeder: Herbertstown House Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Hit the frame on 3 occasions earlier in her career but is of little account these days.

8 WHAT A TAHOO (IRE) (19)

Ch f Cotai Glory - Tahoo (IRE)

Owner: Richard Fahey Ebor Racing Club Ltd

Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton

3 8 13 (9)

Jockey: Barry McHugh

Form: 040433 BF

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW In frame 4 of last 5 starts, 1/2-length third of 9 to Ganthorpe in 6f handicap at Carlisle on latest. Tackles 5f for the ﬁrst time now and should ﬁnd

9 TANAKA (IRE) (18)

B f Mehmas (IRE) - Cheshire Plain (FR)

Owner: Highbank Stud

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Sponsor: GAIN Equine Nutrition

TIMEFORM VIEW Well beaten on all 5 starts

3 8 12 (7)

Jockey: Mark Winn

Form: 5640-0

Breeder: Highbank Stud LLP

DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2025: MRS BAGERRAN (IRE) 7 8 12 William Pyle 5-1 (Tracy Waggott) 10 ran

Visor worn ﬁrst time by No 2.

Hood worn by No 9.

Blinkers worn by No. 4.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 5.

Stewards Note: YOU MYSTIFY ME: Following its run on 30/5/2026 it was reported that the horse was slowly away

Betting Forecast:

11-4 Brain Freeze (IRE), 7-2 What A Tahoo (IRE), 11-2 Arlington (GB), 6-1 You Mystify Me (IRE), 7-1 Doralee (GB), 10-1 Barmyblade (IRE), 40-1 Dunnington Lad (IRE), 66-1 Tanaka (IRE), 100-1 Hyrcanian (IRE)

BRAIN FREEZE showed improved form when scoring from out of the handicap at Redcar and is fancied to go close if reproducing that effort from just a 3lb higher mark. What A Tahoo arrives in good heart and rates a major threat if coping with the drop to 5f for the first time, while You Mystify Me also commands respect with a first-time visor fitted.

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

RACE CONDITIONS

FIRST RACE 5.57 - THE BOOK ONLINE AT ripon-races.co.uk MAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the ﬁfth £306. for maiden two yrs old ﬁllies only Enter by noon, June 11th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 15th. Weights: 9st 2lb each. THE RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE 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 14 entries at £50. - Closed June 11th, 2026.

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE.

SECOND RACE 6.30 - THE NAPOLEONS CASINO AND RESTAURANT LEEDS MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for maiden three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, June 11th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 15th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 10st; fillies 9st 9lb. NAPOLEONS CASINO AND RESTAURANT LEEDS has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 12 entries at £50. - Closed June 11th, 2026.

SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.

THIRD RACE 7.00 -

THE LLOYD LAND ROVER RIPON HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBBPLUS RACE)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6184 to the winning horse The second to receive £2900, the third £1450, the fourth £724, the ﬁfth £362 and the sixth £181. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £60 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £48 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 15th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 6th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. LLOYD MOTORS 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 racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 11 entries at £60. - Closed June 11th, 2026.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.

FOURTH RACE 7.30 - THE WELLS MEMORIAL CHALLENGE TROPHY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5669 to the winning horse The second to receive £2658, the third £1329, the fourth £664, the ﬁfth £332 and the sixth £166. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 55 and below) £55 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £44 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10 00 a m. June 15th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 4lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 6th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. The WELLS FAMILY has kindly donated a Challenge Trophy, to be held by the winning owner until June 1st, 2027, consisting of the silver trowel used to lay the corner stone of the Racecourse Grandstand in 1900. In addition, they will award a cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 15 entries at £55. - Closed June 11th, 2026.

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE.

FIFTH RACE 8.00 - THE SKY SPORTS RACING SKY 415 FILLIES’ 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 fillies and mares only, Rated 51-70 (also open to such fillies and mares 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. June 15th. 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 6th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. THE RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner In addition, 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 3yo fillies rated 53 and below might be out of the weights. 15 entries at £45. - Closed June 11th, 2026.

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE.

SIXTH RACE 8.30 - THE WE’RE BACK FOR LADIES’ DAY TOMORROW 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 46-55 (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 15th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st; 3-y-o 8st 8lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb; 3-y-o 9st 3lb Penalties, after June 6th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. THE RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner In addition a cash prize will be awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse in this race 11 entries at £35. - Closed June 11th, 2026.

SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.