Ripon Racecard - Wednesday 3rd June

WEDNESDAY OFFICIAL PROGRAMME

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03 June

OFFICIALS & WELCOME MEET THE TEAM JAMES HUTCHINSON Managing Director

LIZ BARKER Racecourse Administrator

JANE HUTCHINSON Commercial Manager

CHARLES YOUNG Raceday Administrator

CARL TONKS Head Groundsman

LAURA BENNETT Catering Manager

JENNIE EYRES & RACHEL SIMPSON Marketing & Raceday Experience

AMY RYAN Raceday Presenter

MELANIE RENSHAW Accounts Manager

STEWARDS Chief Steward Alan Dempsey Stewards’ Panel Chair John Clasper Charlotte Armitage, Robert McCarthy, Sarah Russell STARTERS Ryan Colley, Jason Callaghan JUDGE Di Clark CLERK OF THE SCALES Karl Curran HANDICAPPER Stewart Copeland EQUINE WELFARE AND INTEGRITY OFFICERS Alec Dent, Graham Gray, Joe O’Gorman, Kristy Kettlewell VETERINARY OFFICER Mark Collins VETERINARY SURGEONS Matt Butterell, Richard Sutcliffe MEDICAL OFFICERS Dr Bruce McLain, Dr John Adams, Dr Ros Roden DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD Brian Beswick - 07831331102 BETTING RING MANAGERS Andrew Johnson Ian O’Neill

TODAY’S RACING FIRST RACE 6:00pm

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The British Stallion Studs EBF Novice Stakes

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The Book Online At ripon-races.co.uk Maiden Fillies’ Stakes

SECOND RACE 6:35pm

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THIRD RACE 7:10pm

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FOURTH RACE 7:42pm

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FIFTH RACE 8:12pm

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SIXTH RACE 8:42pm

The Bishopton Equine Handicap Stakes

The weatherbysshop.co.uk Handicap Stakes

The Napoleons Casino and Restaurant Leeds Handicap Stakes

The Ripon Theatre Festival 5th - 12th July Handicap Stakes

COMMENTATOR Tim Peters MANAGING DIRECTOR & CLERK OF THE COURSE James Hutchinson RACEDAY CLERK OF THE COURSE Jonathan Mullin CHAIRMAN Andrew Wells CLUB SECRETARY Andrew Hutchinson PATRONS Colin Armstrong CMG, OBE David Wilmot-Smith MBE

INFORMATION

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TRACKFACTS

TODAY’S TIPS

CONTACT US: The Racecourse, Boroughbridge Road, Ripon, HG4 1UG. (01765) 530530

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Welcome to Ripon Racecourse for this evening’s racing!

Whether you are joining us for the first time this season or are one of our many regular racegoers, we are delighted to have you with us and hope you enjoy a wonderful evening at Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse.

As we move into the heart of the summer season, there is plenty to look forward to here at Ripon Racecourse over the coming weeks.

We return later this month for a fantastic double-header, beginning with evening racing on Wednesday 17th June before one of the highlights of our calendar, Ladies’ Day, on Thursday 18th June. Ladies’ Day continues to grow in popularity and promises a wonderful combination of fashion, entertainment and racing, with fantastic prizes on offer courtesy of Grantley Hall, Eden Reflex and Live for Today for our Best Dressed Lady, Best Hat and Best Dressed Gentleman competitions.

July brings three further fixtures, starting with evening racing on Monday 6th July before our ever-popular Go Racing in Yorkshire Summer Festival meeting on Saturday 18th July, and a further evening meeting on Monday 27th July. Club Enclosure tickets for the Summer Festival are already proving popular, so we would encourage racegoers to book early to avoid disappointment.

Away from the racing, we are delighted to welcome Miestro’s to the Bandstand this evening. We hope you enjoy their performance as they provide the soundtrack to a relaxing and enjoyable evening.

Thank you for joining us this evening. We hope you enjoy an excellent evening of racing and hospitality, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

Warm regards,

JAMES HUTCHINSON Managing Director

RACECOURSE MAP

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

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

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

Female Toilet

THOROUGHBREDS

DESERVE

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CARE

TRACKFACTS A right-handed oval track, one

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

mile five furlongs in extent, which

5f

1m 4f 10y

joins the straight course five

1m 6f

2m

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furlongs from the finish.

The undulations in the straight do not favour big galloping types.

TOP COURSE TRAINERS

LEADING TRAINERS AT RIPON (2021-2026) WITH RUNNERS: T EASTERBY (75 wins from 635 runners, 12%) runs SPECTACULAR DIVER (6.00), BARLEY and PERFIDIA (7.10), BAY BREEZE (7.42), CANARIA QUEEN (8.12), DEEP SLEEP (8.42).

D O’MEARA (29 wins from 222 runners, 13%) runs CALEF (6.00), DONNA NOOK (7.10), POPTY PING (8.42).

RICHARD & PETER FAHEY (23 wins from 198 runners, 12%) runs HIDDEN GIFT (6.00), WOOTTON’S GAL (6.35), BEATTIE IS BACK (7.42).

P MIDGLEY (15 wins from 127 runners, 12%) runs SOLE RULER (6.00), CAIRDEAS (7.42), ROCK OF ENGLAND and SPEEDING BULLET (8.12).

TRAINERS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: T EASTERBY (9 wins from 91 runners, 10%) runners listed above.

N TINKLER (5 wins from 18 runners, 28%) runs AMIDST THE CHAOS (7.10), MAGIC BOY (7.42), AZUINTHEJUNGLE (8.12).

D O’MEARA (5 wins from 48 runners, 10%) runners listed above.

S ENGLAND (5 wins from 19 runners, 26%) runs YAFAARR (7.10).

TOP COURSE JOCKEYS

LEADING JOCKEYS AT RIPON (2021-2026) WITH RIDES: DAVID ALLAN (50 wins from 320 rides, 16%) rides SPECTACULAR DIVER (6.00), BARLEY (7.10), BAY BREEZE (7.42), DEEP SLEEP (8.42).

DANIEL TUDHOPE (26 wins from 95 rides, 27%) rides CALEF (6.00), DONNA NOOK (7.10), POPTY PING (8.42).

JASON HART (20 wins from 149 rides, 13%) rides YAFAARR (7.10), ROCK OF ENGLAND (8.12), WHAT FOOLS BELIEVE (8.42).

CALLUM RODRIGUEZ (19 wins from 79 rides, 24%) rides SOCIAL SYMBOL (6.00), JOUD (6.35), TALKING IN KODE (8.42).

JOCKEYS IN FORM MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS: CONNOR BEASLEY (9 wins from 49 rides, 18%) rides HAVANA TOUCH (7.10).

JACK MITCHELL (6 wins from 28 rides, 21%) rides GOLDEN STEP (6.35).

CALLUM RODRIGUEZ (5 wins from 29 rides, 17%) rides listed above.

JASON HART (5 wins from 47 rides, 11%) rides listed above.

FANCY THAT

RICHARD & PETER FAHEY won the 6.00 race in 2022 and 2024. The stable is represented by Hidden Gift in the race today.

P MIDGLEY won the 8.12 race in 2021, 2022 and 2024. The stable is represented by Rock Of England and Speeding Bullet in the race today.

WEIGHTWATCHER

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 7.42 Bay Breeze (won off 68 down 3lb to 65); Fortamour (won off 80 down 5lb to 75); Blind Beggar (won off 79 down 6lb to 73); 7.10 Barley (won off 73 down 7lb to 66); Travis (won off 71 down 10lb to 61); 8.12 Hurt You Never (won off 75 down 8lb to 67); High Opinion (won off 69 down 10lb to 59).

LONGEST TRAVELLERS

GONE BY (6.35) trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, distance of 250 miles. HAVANA TOUCH (7.10) trained by J Butler, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles. KARAKULA DANCER (8.42) trained by J Ferguson, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles. ZIGGY’S AVENGER (8.42) trained

by M Bell, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles. SOCIAL SYMBOL (6.00) & GOLDEN STEP (6.35) trained by S & E Crisford, Newmarket, distance of 172 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 1st June.

TODAY’S TIPS RACE

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HIDDEN GIFT is a half-sister to a 5f winner and she cost 150,000 pounds at a breeze-up sale in April. The daughter of Sioux Nation could reward support for a yard with a healthy strike-rate at this venue. Fantasy Force is second on the list after an encouraging debut at York three weeks ago, while Social Symbol is another well-bred newcomer to consider.

WIN: HIDDEN GIFT

RACE

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On her debut at Newbury last October, GONE BY finished second to her stable companion and recent Cheshire Oaks third A La Prochaine. That form alone would probably be good enough to land this, and she confirmed her wellbeing when second on her return at Ascot last month. Golden Step, Joud and Wootton’s Gal are respected in that order, but they all need big steps forward to trouble the selection.

WIN: GONE BY

RACE

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DANGER: RAFT UP

This is a competitive handicap and only a tentative vote is for WEN MOON, who won at Musselburgh towards the end of last season and improved on his comeback spin here when posting a solid third at Carlisle. A past C&D scorer, he edges it ahead of Canaria Queen, who is a consistent type and also brings winning track-and-trip form to the table.

Rock Of England is next best.

WIN: WEN MOON

RACE

DANGER: BARLEY

Raft Up was only beaten a length into fourth when on a hat-trick at Carlisle last time and is very much respected in his present mood. C&D scorer FORTAMOUR could be the way to go, though, as he showed much more when narrowly denied over track and trip last month. Beattie Is Back and Cairdeas are others to bear in mind.

WIN: FORTAMOUR

RACE

DANGER: GOLDEN STEP

Barley has finished second over this C&D on four separate occasions and is reliable enough to be high on the shortlist. However, a narrow vote of confidence goes to KISS ME MY LOVE, who built on a promising second at Thirsk with a gutsy win over 1m at Redcar. A 3lb rise isn’t insurmountable and this in-form filly is an attractive proposition.

Superfortress and Donna Nook are other notable options.

WIN: KISS ME MY LOVE

RACE

DANGER: FANTASY FORCE

DANGER: CANARIA QUEEN

Karakula Dancer rarely runs a bad race and should be bang there at the business end, likewise Paroda Diva, who won well at Haydock and may have even more to offer over this trip. ZIGGY’S AVENGER gets the nod, though, as he finished in front of Karakula Dancer when third on his handicap debut at Kempton and, on that evidence, it won’t be long before he breaks through.

WIN: ZIGGY’S AVENGER

DANGER: PARODA DIVA

HOW TO READ THE RACECARD 1

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

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Jockey: Graham Gibbons

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

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

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 99

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STAR RATING EXPLAINED Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below: HHHHH Selected to win the race.

HHHHI Good chance of being placed.

HHHII By no means out of the reckoning but at least one or two hold stronger claims HHIII Unlikely to win but not totally without hope.

HIIII Can be given little or no chance.

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

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

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

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RACE DESCRIPTION

FIRST RACE 6.00 THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) for novice two yrs old Total prize fund £11000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £4542; Second £2272; Third £1135; Fourth £568; Fifth £284.

(Penalty Value £5757.40) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31) No

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

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

Draw

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DUBAI CHAMPION (IRE) (21)

Horse

9 7

st

(4)

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FANTASY FORCE (IRE) (21)

9 7

(2)

3

SOCIAL SYMBOL (USA) (-)

9 7

(1)

B c Persian Force (IRE) - Sundiata Jockey: Andrew Mullen Owner: Future Champions Racing Syn & Ben Haslam Form: 4 Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham Breeder: Middlelane Farm Sponsor: My Future Champion TIMEFORM VIEW 40,000 gns breeze-up purchase. Persian Force half-brother to useful winner up to 6f Mansa Musa and 9f winner Galileo Noir. Dam 6f winner. Looked and ran as if in need of run for fitness and experience when splitting Fantasy Force (5 1/2 lengths behind) and Spectacular Diver at York.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

Ch c Persian Force (IRE) - Sunshine Fantasy (IRE) Jockey: M. P. Sheehy Owner: Jimmy Fyffe and Andy Finneran Form: 3 Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton Breeder: Gerry Flannery Developments Ltd Sponsor: JF Kegs (Scotland) Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Persian Force colt who was acquired for £56,000 at the breeze-ups. Half-brother to 2-y-o 6f winner Blue Marina. Shaped like a probable improver when third of 6 in York novice 3 weeks ago and sets a decent standard.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating B c Violence (USA) - Bodacious Babe (USA) Owner: Rabbah Racing Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket

Jockey: Callum Rodriguez Form: Breeder: Breffni Farm

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled May 3. £60,000 yearling, £145,000 2-y-o, Violence colt. Brother to smart US winner up to 8.5f winner Royal Spa and half-brother to Japanese winner up to 1 1/4m Ju Taro. Dam US 5.5f-7f (minor stakes) winner. Market often a good guide to yard’s newcomers.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

4

SOLE RULER (IRE) (-)

B c Inns of Court (IRE) - Eriniya (IRE) Owner: Chapman, parks, shields & Sandfield Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow Sponsor: R&N Logistics & Daughters Ltd

9 7

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan Form: Breeder: Mr Tom Beary

(5)

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 24. Inns of Court colt. Half-brother to useful winner up to 7f Elegant Erin. Dam maiden (stayed 6f).

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

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SPECTACULAR DIVER (IRE) (21)

B c Dandy Man (IRE) - Betsey Trotter (IRE) Owner: Mr M. J. Macleod Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Sponsor: Baker Finch Interiors, Leods Contracts Limited

Jockey: David Allan Form: 25 Breeder: Ballyhane Stud

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(7)

TIMEFORM VIEW Second of 4 in maiden at Pontefract (5f, good, 18/1) on debut but the time was slow and was well held at York (almost 8 lengths behind Fantasy Force) since.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -

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CALEF (IRE) (16)

9 2

(3)

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HIDDEN GIFT (IRE) (-)

9 2

(6)

B f Blue Point (IRE) - Ellthea (IRE) Jockey: Daniel Tudhope Owner: Akela Thoroughbreds Limited Form: 4 Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Breeder: Castlefarm Stud Sponsor: Akela Plant Hire Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW 180,000 gns Blue Point half-sister to useful 1m winner Tiberius Thunder and 6.5f winner Biles.

Dam, 2-y-o 5f-7f winner, half-sister to useful winner up to 1m Von Blucher. Beaten 17 lengths when last of 4 in soft-ground Carlisle novice but did at least show up well for a long way. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -

B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Pixel Power (IRE) Jockey: Oisin Orr Owner: Wathnan Racing Form: Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton Breeder: Vimal & Gillian Khosla Sponsor: Damsa Holding Company W.L.L TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 10. €60,000 yearling, £150,000 2-y-o, Sioux Nation filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 5f winner New Theory. Dam, 7f winner, half-sister to smart 1m/9f winner Originaire out of useful 2-y-o 5f winner Polly Perkins. Likely type for yard that can ready one.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

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2025: STAR MATERIAL (IRE) 2 9 7 Connor Beasley 9-4 (Adrian Keatley) 8 ran

Betting Forecast: 15-8 Fantasy Force (IRE), 3-1 Hidden Gift (IRE), 7-2 Social Symbol (USA), 12-1 Dubai Champion (IRE), 14-1 Spectacular Diver (IRE), 33-1 Sole Ruler (IRE), Calef (IRE) FANTASY FORCE showed plenty when third in a valuable novice at York and can put his experience to good use up against a pair of newcomers who proved popular at the breeze-ups,

PLAY SMARTER namely Hidden Gift and Social Symbol.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FANTASY FORCE (IRE) 2.HIDDEN GIFT (IRE) 3.SOCIAL SYMBOL (USA)

RACE RESULT

RACE TIME

DISTANCE

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3RD

2ND

4TH

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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THE BOOK ONLINE AT ripon-races.co.uk MAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBB/GBBPLUS RACE) for maiden three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares ONE MILE, TWO FURLONGS ABOUT 190 YARDS Total prize fund £12000 RACEFORM Owners Prize Money. Winner £4955; Second £2478; MEDIAN TIME Third £1238; Fourth £619. (Penalty Value £6280.80) SS 2 mins 22.00 secs (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31) RECORD TIME 2 mins 17.50 secs

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Horse

This one mile, two furlongs contest for fillies and mares aged three-years-old and upwards is a maiden stakes - a race for horses that have yet to record a racecourse victory. There are a variety of reasons why the older horses in this race could still be maidens.

Stoutly bred horses are unlikely to be seen at their best over the shorter distances of their juvenile season whilst a setback or injury can curtail even the most precociously bred horse’s two-year-old career.

Age

st

lb

Draw

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GOLDEN STEP (GB) (28)

3

9 2

(3)

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GONE BY (IRE) (26)

3

9 2

(1)

3

JOUD (GB) (188)

3

9 2

(4)

B f Golden Horn - Scala Regia (FR) Jockey: Jack Mitchell Owner: Mr Cyril Humphris Form: 3 Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket Breeder: Cyril Humphris Sponsor: Gainsborough Thoroughbreds Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Golden Horn filly. Sister to 11f winner Alfred Spero. Dam 7f/1m winner. Too green to show much when a distant third of 9 starting out at Kempton 4 weeks ago (11f). Well bred and in very capable hands so she’s sure to improve on that.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating Ch f Gleneagles (IRE) - Pigota Jockey: Hector Crouch Owner: Valmont Form: 2-2 BF Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down Breeder: Scea Marmion Vauville/Nightchill Sponsor: R M Beckett Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Bred to be useful and made an encouraging debut when runner-up in 1m novice at Newbury in October, very slowly away but pulling clear with promising stablemate. Failed to land the odds when second of 7 at Ascot (1 1/4m) but will surely make no mistake this time.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating B f St Mark’s Basilica (FR) - Sayyedati Storm (USA) Owner: Mr Mohamed Saeed Al Shehhi Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham

Jockey: Callum Rodriguez Form: 3Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

TIMEFORM VIEW 62,000 gns foal, St Mark’s Basilica filly. Half-sister to 3 winners, including smart 11.5f/1 1/2m winner Star Storm and useful 1m winner Sargasso Sea. Failed to make a significant impact on debut at Newcastle in November Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating but that was over 6f. Hiked up in trip now and better expected.

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WOOTTON’S GAL (GB) (313)

3

9 2

(2)

Ch f Nathaniel (IRE) - Royal Cosmic Jockey: Oisin Orr Owner: The Cosmic Cases Form: 5Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton Breeder: Ms Margaret Nelson & Mr Ian Buchanan Sponsor: Richard Fahey Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 10. Nathaniel filly. First foal of a dam who won over 1 1/2m-1 3/4m and over hurdles. Dam is half-sister to useful 11f-13f winner. Bred to need time and distance and shaped Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating accordingly on her debut over 7f in July. Off since.

DECLARED RUNNERS 4

2025: ORIONIS 3 9 2 Tom Marquand 1-14 (William Haggas) 6 ran

Betting Forecast: 1-3 Gone By (IRE), 6-1 Golden Step (GB), 12-1 Joud (GB), 16-1 Wootton’s Gal (GB) GONE BY takes on a trio of rivals who surely have more to offer but she sets the very clear standard on a brace of runner-up efforts 6 months apart and she really should make no mistake

PLAY SMARTER this time. Golden Step gets the tentative nod for the forecast.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GONE BY (IRE) 2.GOLDEN STEP 3.JOUD

RACE RESULT

RACE TIME

DISTANCE

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3RD

2ND

4TH

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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SECOND RACE

RACE DESCRIPTION

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RACE DESCRIPTION

THIRD RACE 7.10 THE BISHOPTON EQUINE 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) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31) No

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

Horse

This is a one mile handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 51 to 70. In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far.

The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than a lower rated rival. As a guide, horses rated 40 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 130.

Age

st

lb

Draw

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SUPERFORTRESS (IRE) (22)

5

9 9

(6)

2

DONNA NOOK (GB) (7)

4

9 9

(8)

3

THE CHILDE OF HALE (GB) (39)

4

9 7

(4)

4

HAVANA TOUCH (GB) (34)

5

9 6

(2)

B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Miss Katie Mae (IRE) Jockey: James Sullivan Owner: Mr Peter Ward Form: 24-202 Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington Breeder: Mr Bill Crager Sponsor: William Hill, Tote TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced 5-y-o who didn’t enjoy the smoothest of passages when a good second of 13 in handicap at Beverley (1m) 22 days ago. Well in the mix despite a 2lb rise.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 70 B f Bated Breath - Rostova (USA) Jockey: Daniel Tudhope Owner: Mr M. J. Macleod Form: 433204 Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Breeder: Juddmonte Farms Ltd Sponsor: Baker Finch Interiors, Leods Contracts Limited TIMEFORM VIEW Sole win came in 2024 but she took a step back in the right direction with fourth of 7 in handicap at Hamilton (1m) 7 days ago. No forlorn hope with tongue strap added.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 70 (-1)

B g Havana Grey - Dame Helen Jockey: Tom Eaves Owner: The Good Racing Company Ltd & Partner Form: 41006-0 Trainer: Ivan Furtado, Easingwold Breeder: Whatton Manor Stud Sponsor: Ambrose Ellis Painting Decorators Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark at Doncaster (7f) last July but has failed to build on it in subsequent runs, ninth of 11 on his return in handicap at Haydock (6f) 39 days ago. Back up in trip now.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 68 Gr g Havana Grey - Flighty Clarets (IRE) Owner: Mr J. Butler Trainer: John Butler, Newmarket

Jockey: Connor Beasley Form: 0-00212 D Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways at Kempton in April and backed it up with a good second of 9 in all-weather handicap at Lingfield (7f) 34 days ago, finishing well having been hampered under 3f out. A player nudged up 1lb.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 67

5

AVATAR JET (IRE) (27)

5

9 6

(12)

6

AMIDST THE CHAOS (IRE) (22)

4

9 5

(7)

7

EEETEE (IRE) (180)

8

9 5

(5)

B g Belardo (IRE) - Ava Star (IRE) Jockey: Harry Smith (7) Owner: Santry Racing II Form: 443/-013 D Trainer: Declan Carroll, Malton Breeder: Mrs Noreen Maher Sponsor: Tote TIMEFORM VIEW Has made a bright start for his current yard, scoring at Southwell (1m) in April and following it with a good third of 11 in handicap there (1m) 27 days ago. In the picture once more.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 67

Ch g Ghaiyyath (IRE) - School Run (IRE) Jockey: Rowan Scott Owner: Have A Drink Partnership Form: 150-034 D Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton Breeder: Ballyreddin Stud & Dcl Sponsor: Alexanders York TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner (around 1m) at Doncaster and Musselburgh last summer. Has shaped well on his last 2 starts, suffering a poor run when fourth of 13 in handicap at Beverley (1m) 22 days ago. Not taken lightly eased 1lb.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 66 B g Fast Company (IRE) - Chiquita Picosa (USA) Owner: Peter Clarke Racing and John Wainwright Trainer: John Wainwright, Malton

Jockey: Gianluca Sanna (5) Form: 600000- D Breeder: Macha Bloodstock & N. Drion

TIMEFORM VIEW Veteran is a 6-time winner but he was badly out of sorts when last seen, tenth of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (7f) in December.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 66

18

8

BARLEY (IRE) (7)

9

KISS ME MY LOVE (IRE) (16)

7

9 5

(9)

4

9 4

(11)

Jockey: David Allan B g Mehmas (IRE) - Cornakill (USA) Owner: Reality Partnerships Form: 00-0062 D Breeder: Mr Norman Orminston Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty seven runs since his last win in 2024 but shaped well when second of 7 in handicap at Hamilton (1m) 7 days ago, just failing having conceded first run. Weighted to strike off an unchanged mark.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 66 (+2) B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Love Street (USA) Owner: NextGen Racing Club Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton Sponsor: OR8 Wellness

Jockey: Joanna Mason Form: 5-04521 D Breeder: Irish National Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Took her form up a notch under more positive tactics when landing 12-runner handicap at Redcar (1m) 16 days ago. Up 3lb but not out of things.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 65

5

9 2

Jockey: Oliver Stammers Form: 32000-0 CD Breeder: J. S. Bolger

(1)

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner but he ended 2025 below par and came in only seventh of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (7f) on his return in February. More is needed after another break.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 63

11 YAFAARR (IRE) (5)

4

B g Blue Point (IRE) - Elusive Girl (IRE) Owner: Skips and Screwdrivers Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley Sponsor: Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd

9 1

Jockey: Jason Hart Form: 23-0046 D Breeder: Blackwater Bloodstock Ltd

(14)

TIMEFORM VIEW Won over 1m at Newcastle last autumn. Gradually back to form this season, posting a close sixth of 9 in handicap at Carlisle (9f) 5 days ago.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 62 (-2)

12 THE NEW BAY PEARL (GB) (40)

4

9 0

(3)

13 TRAVIS (GB) (16)

5

9 0

(13)

Ch f New Bay - Platinum Pearl Jockey: Rhys Elliott (5) Owner: Mr S Gale & Mr B Lyles Form: 03056-0 Trainer: Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft Breeder: Galadari Sons Stud Company Limited Sponsor: Yorkshire Bale TIMEFORM VIEW Bought from Roger Varian for 5,000 gns and made no impression in 7f Doncaster handicap 40 days ago. Needs to take a big step forward if she’s to get off the mark here.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 61 B g Advertise - Bazzana Owner: Tykemeout Syndicate Trainer: Geoffrey Harker, Thirsk Sponsor: Holmebuild

Jockey: Sam James Form: 232-250 Breeder: Manton Estate Racing

TIMEFORM VIEW Winner over 7f at Thirsk last summer. Consistent after, until failing to beat a rival in handicap at Redcar (1m) 16 days ago. The sort to bounce back though.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 61

14 PERFIDIA (IRE) (9)

4

8 11

(10)

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Final Treat (IRE) Jockey: Warren Fentiman (3) Owner: Mr S Bulmer & Partner Form: 00-3213 CD BF Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: Rathbarry Stud Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Reliable sort who gained a deserved success at Hamilton (1m) in May. Posted a good third of 11 in handicap at Redcar (7f) 9 days ago so this C&D scorer must enter calculations.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 58 DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2025: MR JETMAN (IRE) 5 8 7 Alex Jary 9-2 (Seb Spencer) 13 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Visor worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8, 13, 14.

Betting Forecast: 5-1 Barley (IRE), 13-2 Kiss Me My Love (IRE), 7-1 Havana Touch (GB), 8-1 Superfortress (IRE), Perfidia (IRE), 12-1 Avatar Jet (IRE), Amidst The Chaos (IRE), 14-1 Yafaarr (IRE), 18-1 Donna Nook (GB), 25-1 The Childe of Hale (GB), 28-1 Travis (GB), 50-1 Jesmond Dawn (IRE), 100-1 Eeetee (IRE), 300-1 The New Bay Pearl (GB)

A cracking handicap but BARLEY signalled he is ready to end a long losing run when a short-head second at Hamilton a week ago and can now capitalise on a reduced mark. Amidst The Chaos rates a big threat though on the back of a promising Beverley fourth, while Havana Touch and PLAY SMARTER Superfortress can also have a say.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BARLEY (IRE) 2.AMIDST THE CHAOS (IRE) 3.HAVANA TOUCH

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE Ben Gaskell will select the best turned out horse and present a trophy to connections of the winner of this race.

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THIRD RACE

10 JESMOND DAWN (IRE) (117)

B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Strapless (IRE) Owner: The Weighting Game Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton

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Race preview from Weatherbys 13 horses go to post for race four on this evening’s card, the weatherbysshop.co.uk Handicap, a 0-75 contest staged over six furlongs.

There are two course-and-distance winners among the 13, those being joint top-weight Fortamour and Tim Easterby’s Bay Breeze. The former, a 10-year-old trained by Ben Haslam, also ran well here last month, narrowly beaten in a three-way finish. Up just 1lb, he is down in grade and the gelding is somewhat of a Ripon specialist, with all seven of his career turf wins coming over this course-and-distance.

Bay Breeze (pictured) is also a multiple winner over this trip and at this venue. The son of Buratino has proven successful on four occasions and his two runs so far this season ought to have brought him on, fitness wise. The seven-year-old finished sixth behind Fortamour here in August 2024 and has only been back to his favourite venue once since. Any ease in the ground would increase his chance.

Roger Fell’s mare Glory Hyde has been in good form already this season, winning at Wetherby in April and more recently, at Redcar, where she finished well, down the centre of the course. The daughter of Cotai Glory has gone up just 3lb and although she steps up in class, has to be respected with her stable among the winners at Redcar last week.

WEATHERBYS RACE PREVIEW

One of three four-year-olds in the lineup, Cairdeas ran well on his return at Doncaster last month and also ran well over this course-and-distance last August, on what was just his second start for Paul Midgley, having previously been trained by William Haggas. Coming back to this trip has helped the chestnut show improved form and he remains on a mark from which he can win a handicap, for all that he hasn’t won since his third start at two.

Men Of Honour, who was behind Cairdeas at Doncaster on his debut for Ruth Carr, and seasonal debutant Magic Boy are the other pair of four-year-olds, thus making them the most likely to have the scope to improve further. The former should step forward for that return, whilst the latter won over seven furlongs on his final start at three and represents the inform Nigel Tinkler.

Raft Up could hold a fitness edge over some.

Harriet Bethell’s Raft Up is another who has been in good form during the early part of this season, successful on the allweather at both Southwell and Newcastle.

Returning to the turf at Carlisle recently, the Dandy Man five-year-old ran on well and could hold a fitness edge over some.

With another half-dozen runners to consider, this looks to be a typically competitive Ripon sprint handicap.

FOURTH RACE 7.42 THE weatherbysshop.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) for four yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £3657; Second £1829; Third £914; Fourth £457; Fifth £229; Sixth £114.

(Penalty Value £4638.60) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31) No

1

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

Horse

BEATTIE IS BACK (GB) (11)

B g Mayson - Miss Fifty (IRE) Owner: Richard Fahey Ebor Racing Club Ltd Trainer: Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton

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.

Age

st

lb

Draw

7

9 9

(5)

Jockey: Ethan Tindall (5) Form: 10-6420 Breeder: Mr & Mrs Sandy Orr

TIMEFORM VIEW Worked his way back to best on first 3 starts this year, looking unlucky not to win when beaten by a neck at Wolverhampton (7f) in February. Was left poorly placed at York last time, so he’s worth another chance with the potential for plenty of pace in this race.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 75

2

FORTAMOUR (IRE) (26)

10 9 9

(10)

3

BLIND BEGGAR (IRE) (11)

8

9 7

(7)

4

BLAZING SON (GB) (44)

8

9 6

(6)

5

MAGIC BOY (GER) (211)

4

9 6

(8)

6

WILLIAM DEWHIRST (IRE) (16)

6

9 6

(4)

7

KELDEO (GB) (16)

5

9 5

(13)

B g Es Que Love (IRE) - Kathy Sun (IRE) Jockey: Barry McHugh Owner: Chris Cleevely & Racing Knights Form: 11-6002 CD Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham Breeder: D. Ryan, D. S. Ryan & R. A. Williams Sponsor: Metcalf Auto’s Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off 2025 with back-to-back wins at Newcastle in November and returned to form this season when going close here 26 days ago. 6-time C&D winner so he can make another bold bid as he drops back down in grade.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 75 B g Equiano (FR) - Beylerbey (USA) Jockey: Jack Dace (5) Owner: New Vision Bloodstock & Steel A Win Form: 405-000 D Trainer: Jessica Macey, Doncaster Breeder: Pat Beirne Sponsor: Jessica Macey Racing 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. Drops in grade but has enough to prove at present.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 73

Ch g Mayson - Emblaze Jockey: Tom Kiely-Marshall (5) Owner: The Smart Emblaze Partnership Form: 05-0260 D Trainer: Bryan Smart, Hambleton Breeder: Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd Sponsor: Tote TIMEFORM VIEW Usually races over 7f nowadays, successful at Newcastle in September and got back on track when runner-up there in March. Hasn’t built on that in 2 subsequent outings, though, failing to see his race out when ninth of 14 back at Newcastle 6 weeks ago.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 72 B g Acclamation - Midnight (GER) Jockey: Faye McManoman Owner: Rakjam Ltd Form: 232301Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton Breeder: Gestut Etzean Sponsor: Alexanders York TIMEFORM VIEW Dropped in grade for only second handicap start, got back on the up when opening account in 14-runner handicap at Redcar (7f) in November. Yard has been going well ahead of his return from 7 months off.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 72

B g Sioux Nation (USA) - Two Pass (IRE) Jockey: Paul Mulrennan Owner: Racing Knights, Nicol, Tocher & Cleevely Form: 32-0000 D Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham Breeder: Summerhill & Camas Park Sponsor: Metcalf Auto’s Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW 4-time winner at Newcastle in 2025 but yet to fire this year, making a rare recent start away from Newcastle when well held at Carlisle (7f) 16 days ago. Is easing in the weights, though others are more persuasive.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 72 Gr m Land Force (IRE) - Kept Under Wraps (IRE) Owner: Ownaracehorse, OPears and T&T Racing Ltd Trainer: Ollie Pears, Malton

Jockey: Harry Russell Form: 06-5144 D Breeder: Mr John Jackson

TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on reappearance run when winning at Catterick (6f) in April. Has made the frame over 5f both starts since but without managing to build on that effort, below form when fourth of 10 at Carlisle 16 days ago.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 71

22

8

CAIRDEAS (GB) (18)

4

9 4

(9)

9

MEN OF HONOUR (IRE) (18)

4

9 4

(1)

5

9 4

(2)

Jockey: Cam Hardie Ch g Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Avengers Queen Owner: Mr Colin Alton & Mr P. T. Midgley Form: 00460-2 Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud Sponsor: Tote TIMEFORM VIEW Sole success came in a 7f Newmarket novice back in 2024 for William Haggas. However, he made the frame twice over this C&D last season and ran creditably after 7 months off when second at Doncaster (6f) 18 days ago. Entitled to step forward from recent run.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 70 B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Danehill Music (IRE) Jockey: James Sullivan Form: 53664-0 Owner: Buist, Shields, Thompson and Mrs R Carr Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington Breeder: Mr P. J. Connolly Sponsor: William Hill TIMEFORM VIEW Ended his time with Andrew Slattery with a good fourth of 16 on handicap debut at Gowran (7f) in October. Shaped as if needing the run on seasonal/stable debut when down the field at Doncaster (6f) 18 days ago, so this should reveal more.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 70

10 RAFT UP (IRE) (16)

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Chicago Fall (IRE) Owner: The Helen & Harriet Partnership Trainer: Harriet Bethell, Arnold

Jockey: Liam Wright (5) Form: 320114 D Breeder: Ballyhane

11 GLORY HYDE (IRE) (16)

5

9 2

(12)

12 BAY BREEZE (GB) (16)

7

8 13

(11)

13 MISS WILLOWS (GB) (54)

7

8 5

(3)

B m Cotai Glory - Sea of Antiquity (IRE) Jockey: Joanna Mason Owner: Swales & Fell Form: 0-50151 D Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton Breeder: Mr Derek Smullen Sponsor: OR8 Wellness, Tote TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on easing mark at Wetherby in April and, having met trouble in running next time, resumed winning ways when getting up late at Redcar 16 days ago. Can remain competitive back up 2lb in the weights.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 68

B g Buratino (IRE) - Midnight Mojito Jockey: David Allan Owner: Mr D. A. West & Partner Form: 0020-60 CD Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: Habton Farms Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud TIMEFORM VIEW 4-time C&D winner whose latest success came at Carlisle a year ago. However, was largely below form the remainder of the campaign and failed to come on for return when seventh of 10 at Carlisle (7f) 16 days ago.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 65 B m Outstrip - Wotatomboy Jockey: Rhys Elliott (5) Owner: Mr Simon Whitaker Form: 50051-0 Trainer: Simon Whitaker, Scarcroft Breeder: R. M. Whitaker & Hellwood Stud Farm Sponsor: Yorkshire Bale TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning reappearance at Catterick (7f) last spring and better than ever when also making all at Redcar in September on final start of the season. Ran poorly at Thirsk on this season’s return, though, and is making a rare start at 6f nowadays.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 57 DECLARED RUNNERS 13 2025: HECTIC 5 9 6 Billy Garritty 15-2 (Liam Bailey) 12 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 12.

Betting Forecast: 9-2 Fortamour (IRE), 5-1 Glory Hyde (IRE), 6-1 Raft Up (IRE), 13-2 Cairdeas (GB), 8-1 Beattie Is Back (GB), 10-1 Magic Boy (GER), 16-1 Men of Honour (IRE), 18-1 Keldeo (GB), 22-1 Blazing Son (GB), 40-1 Blind Beggar (IRE), William Dewhirst (IRE), Bay Breeze (GB), Miss Willows (GB) FORTAMOUR bounced back to form when only narrowly edged out here last time and he can build on that effort to add another C&D success to his tally. The main danger could be Beattie PLAY SMARTER Is Back, who had excuses at York on his latest outing, ahead of Glory Hyde.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.FORTAMOUR (IRE) 2.BEATTIE IS BACK 3.GLORY HYDE (IRE)

RACE RESULT

RACE TIME

DISTANCE

1ST

3RD

2ND

4TH

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE Fiona Webber will select the best turned out horse and present a trophy to connections of the winner of this race.

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FOURTH RACE

TIMEFORM VIEW Has proved better than ever this year, scoring at Southwell in April and following up under a penalty at Newcastle. Ran well from a career-high mark when fourth of 12 at Carlisle 16 days ago, though reverted Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 70 to his slow-starting ways.

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FIFTH RACE 8.12 THE NAPOLEONS CASINO AND RESTAURANT LEEDS 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) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31) No

1

FIVE FURLONGS RACEFORM MEDIAN TIME 1 min 1.00 secs RECORD TIME 57.28 secs

Horse

WEN MOON (IRE) (16)

B g Mehmas (IRE) - Luminous Gold Owner: MPS Racing, D Shapiro & D Clifford Trainer: Ben Haslam, Middleham

This is a five furlongs handicap race for four-yearolds 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.

Age

st

lb

Draw

6

9 9

(2)

Jockey: Andrew Mullen Form: 0651-03 CD Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner ended long losing run at Musselburgh (5f) last November and stepped up from his comeback here when an encouraging third at Carlisle 16 days ago. Leading player down in class.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 70

2

BETWEENTHESTICKS (GB) (12)

6

9 9

(6)

3

AZUINTHEJUNGLE (GB) (17)

4

9 7

(7)

4

SPEEDING BULLET (IRE) (16)

5

9 6

(5)

5

HURT YOU NEVER (IRE) (16)

7

9 6

(1)

6

ROCK OF ENGLAND (IRE) (35)

6

9 5

(8)

B g Captain Gerrard (IRE) - Jollyhockeysticks Jockey: James Sullivan Owner: Mr J. A. Swinburne & Mrs Ruth A. Carr Form: 30-1120 D Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington Breeder: J. P. Coggan Sponsor: William Hill TIMEFORM VIEW Followed up his reappearance win at Wolverhampton with a narrow success at Pontefract. Ran well when runner-up at C&D when bidding for the hat-trick last month and his wide draw/proximity to strong pace provide valid excuses for a no-show at Pontefract last time. Should bounce back. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 70

Ch g Rumble Inthejungle (IRE) - Kashtan Jockey: Faye McManoman Owner: D P Van Der Hoeven & D G Pryde Form: 1240-00 D Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton Breeder: Auroras Encore 2 Ltd Sponsor: Alexanders York TIMEFORM VIEW Completed hat-trick at Ayr last summer but signed off with a below par effort at Doncaster. Not much better at Musselburgh on return and proved too keen when down the field at Hamilton last time, so bit to prove at present.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 68 B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Shoshoni Wind Jockey: Paul Mulrennan Owner: Slaters Arms Racing and Ged Shields Form: 1422-00 Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud Sponsor: Sandfield Farm TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Pontefract (6f, good) last summer and ended 2025 with good runner-up efforts at Southwell (6f) and Haydock (5f). Well held on Newcastle reappearance and looked as if he was still getting back up to speed when seventh Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 67 of 10 at Carlisle (5f) 16 days ago. Now back on last winning mark.

B m Dandy Man (IRE) - Kyllarney Jockey: Jack Nicholls (5) Owner: A Nicholls & Bob Joy Form: 00-0030 CD Trainer: Adrian Nicholls, Sessay Breeder: Mount Coote Estates Sponsor: Adrian Nicholls Racing TIMEFORM VIEW Tasted success 4 times over 5f last year. Looked on her way back to form when third at C&D on her penultimate outing but failed to build on that promise when ninth of 10 in handicap at Carlisle (5f, soft) 16 days ago.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 67 Ch g Unfortunately (IRE) - Miss Fay (IRE) Owner: Mr D. Padgett Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

Jockey: Jason Hart Form: 543-013 D Breeder: Mr & Mrs Reddy Coffey

TIMEFORM VIEW Capitalised on a reduced mark in 9-runner handicap at Newcastle (5f) on his second start of the season and backed that up with a respectable third of 8 in handicap (7/2) at Pontefract (5f, good) 35 days ago, despite Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 66 reportedly breaking a blood vessel. Place claims look solid again.

7

CANARIA QUEEN (GB) (6)

6

9 0

(4)

Bl m Pastoral Pursuits - Gran Canaria Queen Jockey: Duran Fentiman Owner: The Senators Form: 4-61612 CD Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: Habton Farms Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Doncaster second time up this season and doubled her tally for the year at Musselburgh last month. Creditable second of 8 in handicap at this C&D (good) 6 days ago and she should be in the mix again, technically 1lb lower in the weights this time.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 61 (+1)

26

8

HIGH OPINION (GB) (46)

7

8 12

(3)

Jockey: Tom Kiely-Marshall (5) B g Hellvelyn - Vanity (IRE) Owner: The Smart Set Form: 00000-6 CD Breeder: Trickledown Stud Limited Trainer: Bryan Smart, Hambleton Sponsor: Tote TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner but finished 2025 badly out of sorts. Showed a glimmer of promise when sixth of 8 in handicap at Nottingham (5f, good to soft) on return, unable to sustain his effort late on. Will need to step forward from that to score here.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 59 2025: JOJO RABBIT 7 9 4 James Sullivan 5-1 (Ruth Carr) 8 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 7.

Stewards Note: BETWEENTHESTICKS: Following its run on 22/5/2026 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.

ROCK OF ENGLAND: Following its run on 29/4/2026 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.

Betting Forecast: 3-1 Wen Moon (IRE), 4-1 Canaria Queen (GB), 9-2 Rock of England (IRE), 7-1 Betweenthesticks (GB), 12-1 Speeding Bullet (IRE), High Opinion (GB), 14-1 Hurt You Never (IRE), 20-1 Azuinthejungle (GB)

WEN MOON is fancied to build on his promising Carlisle effort and get off the mark for the season. Canaria Queen and Rock of England both arrive in good form themselves and can pose PLAY SMARTER the biggest threats.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.WEN MOON (IRE) 2.CANARIA QUEEN 3.ROCK OF ENGLAND (IRE)

RACE RESULT

RACE TIME

DISTANCE

1ST

3RD

2ND

4TH

BEST TURNED OUT HORSE

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FIFTH RACE

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

RACE DESCRIPTION

SIXTH RACE 8.42 THE RIPON THEATRE FESTIVAL 5TH - 12TH JULY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) for three yrs old Total prize fund £7000 Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181.

(Penalty Value £3663.80) SS (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 31) No

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

Horse

This is a one mile handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 65. Like most handicaps on the flat this race is also open to horses that are rated below that particular band.

However, all handicaps stipulate a minimum weight and no runner can carry less than that, irrespective of how low their rating is.

This is often described as ‘running from out of the handicap’ and is considered a disadvantage. lb

Draw

1

ZIGGY’S AVENGER (GB) (14)

Age

9 9

st

(8)

2

DEEP SLEEP (GB) (19)

9 9

(6)

3

PARODA DIVA (IRE) (12)

9 9

(5)

B g Space Blues (IRE) - Stay Forever (FR) Jockey: Hector Crouch Owner: Middleham Park Racing & Harry Kassap LLC Form: 0-003 Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket Breeder: Genesis Green Stud Ltd Sponsor: Tattersalls TIMEFORM VIEW Took a big step forward on recent handicap debut when third of 13 at Kempton having been well backed after a gelding operation. Races from the same mark here and looks to have been found a good opportunity assuming he proves as effective back on turf.

Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 65 B g Dream Ahead (USA) - Grand Liaison Jockey: David Allan Owner: Colin Dorman and Tommy Dorman Form: 504-04 Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Breeder: Archwill Bloodstock Limited Sponsor: Easthorpe Hall Stud TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to his best juvenile form when upped to this trip on handicap debut last time, finishing fourth of 9 at Hamilton 19 days ago, though without suggesting he’s ahead of his mark.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 65 B f Magna Grecia (IRE) - Mango Diva Owner: MPS Racing & Partners Trainer: Patrick Neville, Leyburn

Jockey: Andrew Mullen Form: 06-0461 D Breeder: Lynn Lodge Stud

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved form for new connections when doubling her tally in a handicap at Haydock 12 days ago, responding well to the return of cheekpieces. Up 5lb for that success but is having only her second outing at 1m so should remain competitive.

Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 65

4

KARAKULA DANCER (GB) (14)

9 8

(3)

5

POPTY PING (GB) (27)

9 6

(1)

6

TALKING IN KODE (GB) (22)

9 4

(2)

B g Palace Pier - Mix And Mingle (IRE) Jockey: Liam Wright (5) Owner: Mr S Fustok Form: 123125 D Trainer: James Ferguson, Newmarket Breeder: Deerfield Farm Sponsor: Tattersalls TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times this year and performed well in the face of rises in the weights the last twice, shaping better than the result when fifth of 13 at Kempton 14 days ago. Should be in the mix once again but finished behind Ziggy’s Avenger last time so has a bit to find with that rival back on turf. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 64

B f Ardad (IRE) - Solfege Jockey: Daniel Tudhope Owner: Rasio Cymru 1 & Windmill House Racing Form: 626142 Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Breeder: Windmill House Thoroughbred Limited Sponsor: GAIN Equine Nutrition TIMEFORM VIEW Both wins came at Southwell over 7f on all-weather and ran creditably when second of 11 in a handicap there 27 days ago. Likely to prove competitive again but steps back up to 1m and has the return to turf to contend with.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 62 B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Chatting (IRE) Owner: Ursa Major - Chatting Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham

Jockey: Callum Rodriguez Form: 002 Breeder: Chatting Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW In shrewd hands and showed first form when second of 5 in a maiden at Beverley 22 days ago, but that looked a very weak affair and she’s got plenty more on her plate stepping into handicap company.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 60

7

WHAT FOOLS BELIEVE (GB) (22)

9 2

(4)

B f Zoustar (AUS) - Festive Star Jockey: Jason Hart Owner: Alfa Site Services Ltd Form: 60-0150 D Trainer: Ivan Furtado, Easingwold Breeder: The Festive Star Partnership Sponsor: Alfa Site Services Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark over this trip at Southwell in April, but struggled next 2 outings, including upped to 1 1/4m on turf debut last time. Returns to 1m with something to prove.

Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 58

28

8

COBALT COMET (GB) (16)

9 2

(7)

Jockey: Cam Hardie B g Massaat (IRE) - Primanora Owner: Mr J. Payne Form: 06633 Trainer: John Mackie, Church Broughton Breeder: Wayne Hutchinson Sponsor: John Mackie Racing, Cobalt Resource Ltd TIMEFORM VIEW Has shown a lot more since stepping into handicap company, finishing third on last 2 outings, including on recent turf debut at Carlisle. More required in this company but he’s still lightly raced.

Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 58 2025: PRECIOUS SPARTAN (IRE) 3 8 13 Jason Hart 2-1 (Patrick Neville) 9 ran DECLARED RUNNERS 8 Hood worn by No. 8. Visor worn by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4.

Betting Forecast: 3-1 Ziggy’s Avenger (GB), 5-1 Paroda Diva (IRE), Karakula Dancer (GB), 7-1 Cobalt Comet (GB), 8-1 Popty Ping (GB), 10-1 Talking In Kode (GB), 14-1 Deep Sleep (GB), 20-1 What Fools Believe (GB)

ZIGGY’S AVENGER was gelded before his recent handicap debut and showed a lot more when third at Kempton. This looks a good opportunity for him to get off the mark at the expense of Paroda Diva, who PLAY SMARTER showed improved form for new connections when winning at Haydock 12 days ago, and Karakula Dancer, who didn’t get the clearest of runs behind the selection at Kempton.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ZIGGY’S AVENGER 2.PARODA DIVA (IRE) 3.KARAKULA DANCER

RACE RESULT

RACE TIME

DISTANCE

1ST

3RD

2ND

4TH

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RACE CONDITIONS FIRST RACE 6.00 - THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5757 to the winning horse The second to receive £2701, the third £1349, the fourth £675 and the fifth £336. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible. Enter by noon, May 28th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 1st. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 4lb For each other race won 7lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race. THE RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 17 entries at £50. - Closed May 28th, 2026.

SEE PAGE 10 FOR THIS RACE. SECOND RACE 6.35 - THE BOOK ONLINE AT ripon-races.co.uk MAIDEN FILLIES’ STAKES (CLASS 3) (GBB/ GBBPLUS RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £6280 to the winning horse The second to receive £2947, the third £1472 and the fourth £736. for maiden three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only. Enter by noon, May 28th and pay £60 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 1st. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 2lb; 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb. THE RIPON RACECOURSE EXECUTIVE will present a memento to the Winning Owner. In addition, a cash prize will be awarded to the stable groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 11 entries at £60. - Closed May 28th, 2026.

SEE PAGE 15 FOR THIS RACE. THIRD RACE 7.10 - THE BISHOPTON EQUINE 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 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. June 1st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. BISHOPTON EQUINE has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition, a cash prize will be presented to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 16 entries at £45. - Closed May 28th, 2026.

SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE. FOURTH RACE 7.42 - THE weatherbysshop.co.uk HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4638 to the winning horse The second to receive £2175, the third £1088, the fourth £543, the fifth £271 and the sixth £135. 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. June 1st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. WEATHERBYS has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. In addition a cash prize will be awarded to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race. 16 entries at £45. - Closed May 28th, 2026.

SEE PAGE 22 FOR THIS RACE. FIFTH RACE 8.12 - THE NAPOLEONS CASINO AND RESTAURANT LEEDS 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 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. June 1st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. 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 £45. - Closed May 28th, 2026.

SEE PAGE 26 FOR THIS RACE. SIXTH RACE 8.42 - THE RIPON THEATRE FESTIVAL 5TH - 12TH JULY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for three yrs old only, Rated 46-65 (also open to such horses rated 45 and below). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 1st. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 23rd, 2026, 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 £35. - Closed May 28th, 2026.

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