Salisbury Racecard - Thursday 4th May

Thursday 4th May 2023

OFFICIALS AND WELCOME

PATRON: Michael E. Wates, CBE

DIRECTORS OF THE BIBURY CLUB LTD: Lord Margadale (Chairman), The Earl of Huntingdon, Mrs H. G. Clinch, Peter Treadgold, William Norris KC, Jeff Smith, Jeremy Martin (Executive)

CLERK OF THE COURSE: Jeremy Martin

Financial Controller: Neil Williams

Head Groundsman: Glen Mason

Catering Manager: Sylvia Taylor

Bars Manager & Head of Safeguarding: Debbie Mouland

Chief Steward: Steve Drowne

Stewards’ Panel Chair: John Pearn

Stewards: Milly Bersey, Sophie Candy, Kelly O’Boyle

Starters: William Jordan, Ciaran McKee

Judge: Guy Lewis

Handicapper: Ryan Skelton

Clerk of the Scales: Robert Cuthbert

Racecourse Medical Officers: Dr Peter Phillips, Dr Heather Clark, Dr Mark Gorvin

Nurse: Gloria McNab

Ambulance Providers: Medicare EMS Group UK Ltd

Veterinary Officer: David Freeman

Veterinary Surgeons: Mr Martin Peaty B.V.Sc., CertEP., M.R.C.V.S.

Mr Scott Milnes, B.V.Sc., CertEP., M.R.C.V.S. & Alistair Lees B.VET.MED., M.R.C.V.S.

Commentator: Ian Bartlett

Betting Ring Manager: Andrew Collins

Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers: Kelly McSorley, Stuart Shilston, Steve Fox

Published by Authority of the Clerk of the Course

FRONT COVER IMAGE: REMARQUEE winning at the final meeting last year, is now a leading fancy for Sunday’s QIPCO 1,000 Guineas, after victory in a Group 3 at Newbury in April.

ABOVE IMAGE: EDUCATOR and Tom Marquand go to post last September The horse was the first ever runner for HM The King in the sovereign’s silks.

OPPOSITE IMAGE: The ‘Arc’ winner, ALPINISTA (white cap), scoring at Salisbury in August 2020.

WELCOME TO SALISBURY RACECOURSE

The directors and staff are delighted to welcome everyone to Salisbury Racecourse today, for the start of our 2023 season.

It is just over seven months since we last raced on 29th September, a day which saw a trio of two-year-old winners for Ralph Beckett, and His Majesty The King’s first ever runner in the royal silks. We will be staging a race on Tuesday 13th June in recognition of the forty-four winners that Queen Elizabeth II had at Salisbury, during her reign.

A few days after we finished last season, a former Salisbury winner, won Europe’s biggest race – the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe at Longchamp. Alpinista had been successful in a Listed race at our course in August 2020, before going onto greater things – six Group 1 wins to be precise. There is plenty to look forward to at Salisbury over the next five months and the list of our racedays can be found later in the racecard We next race this Sunday, the day after the Coronation, so please do join us if you can. Please visit salisburyracecourse.co.uk for more information about all our events. Our thanks to William Hill, our on-course betting shop partner, and to Byerley Stud and the European Breeders’ Fund, for their generous sponsorship of today’s races.

Thank you for coming racing. We hope that you have an enjoyable afternoon. Best wishes,

The Directors & Staff of Salisbury Racecourse

HOW TO READ THE RACECARD

11 Jockey’s Name. If there is a number next to the name, this indicates that the jockey can claim that amount in weight (lbs) off the stated riding weight.

12 Owner’s Name(s)

13 Trainer’s Name and location of training establishment

14 Sponsor

15 Star Rating (see below)

16 Details of horse’s previous performances:

Bold type indicates All-Weather Track form

/ denotes new season - denotes new year

C - The horse has won on this racecourse

D - The horse has won over this distance

CD - The horse has won over both this course and distance

BF - The horse was a beaten favourite on its last run

17 A guide to the horse’s recent form

STAR RATING EXPLAINED

Each horse has been given a star rating, these are defined below: Selected to win the race

Good chance of being placed.

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

4 MEGALLAN (GB) (67)

3 8-10 (4)

Breeding B f Duke of Marmalade (IRE) - Guantanamera (IRE) Jockey Robert Havlin

Owner Mr A. E. Oppenheimer Trainer John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

since but this is more realistic.

TODAY’S TIPS

RACE ONE

KALIK made a promising start to his racing career when filling the runner-up spot over this trip at Newbury last month, and the son of Prince Of Lir could break his maiden at the second time of asking. He is related to a few smart types, including French Group 1-placed Oscula, and he can have another big say in proceedings here. Matters Most finished third behind the selection last time out and is feared most, while the unraced Chinese Knot completes the shortlist.

WIN: KALIK

RACE TWO

DANGER: MATTERS MOST

De Bruyne makes his handicap debut following a game win on the all-weather in December, but he has to shoulder top weight in this contest so SNUGGLE shades the vote on this occasion. He finished a decent third over this trip at Pontefract last month and can get off the mark now returning to the handicap ranks. Grenham Bay remains unexposed and adds further spice to the race, along with Big R.

WIN: SNUGGLE

RACE THREE

DANGER: DE BRUYNE

It could be worth siding with MATTY TOO, who was last seen securing a comfortable success at Leicester over 7f last October He made all on that occasion, so a drop in trip may not be enough to stop him making a winning seasonal debut off 2lb higher Parisiac lines up off the same mark as when a decent third at Thirsk last time out and can give the selection most to think about, while Airshow is another to bear in mind.

WIN: MATTY TOO

RACE FOUR

DANGER: PARISIAC

GREEK ORDER has performed to a fair level on both of his career starts The son of Kingman hit the frame over C&D on his debut, before being narrowly denied at Newmarket next time out That level of form gives him leading claims and he can open his account at the third time of asking. Shaaden merits theutmostrespectalongwithBalancePlay,whileQuddwahisworthamarketcheckaheadofhisdebut

WIN: GREEK ORDER

RACE FIVE

DANGER: SHAADEN

ECTOCROSS appeared to have plenty in hand when winning at Lingfield in March, so it was perhaps slightly disappointing that he couldn't follow up at Nottingham. Simon Dow's charge retains potential, however, and with Oisin Murphy aboard for the first time, he could regain the winning thread. Pink Lily has been running well on the all-weather recently and she must be of interest back on the grass Chester Tonik heads the remainder

WIN: ECTOCROSS

RACE SIX

DANGER: PINK LILY

LADY LABELLE had some smart form in the book last year, perhaps most notably when finishing within three lengths of subsequent Group 2 scorer Al Qareem at York in May. She's in good hands to make further progress and The Gurkha filly ought to prove better than a mark of 78. Kensington struck at Wolverhampton in October and she appeals as a likely contender on her turf/handicap bow, while topweight Vega Sicilia is another to note

WIN: LADY LABELLE

RACE SEVEN

DANGER: KENSINGTON

Now that the penny has dropped for EASTER ICON after a determined success at Southwell just over a fortnight ago, there should be more to come from the son of Sixties Icon off a 2lb higher mark Monjules has been in excellent form over hurdles and must be of interest on this switch to the level, while the booking of Oisin Murphy for Got Bright catches the eye

WIN: EASTER ICON

RACE EIGHT

DANGER: MONJULES

This can go the way of JOHN BETJEMAN, who ran a cracker on his return to the level when not beaten far in third at Bath last month. Mark Gilliard's charge may be winless in 22 starts in this sphere but this looks like as good an opportunity as any. Big Jimbo has been in fine form on the all-weather of late and can give him the most to think about, while Where's Tom and Winklevi are others to consider

WIN: JOHN BETJEMAN

DANGER: BIG JIMBO

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Michael&DavidEasterby ShaneGray

Form: 00, TFR:

8 Madge McSplash (GB) 9-2

StephHollinshead CliffordLee Form: TFR:

9 Pearly Star (GB) 9-2

AndrewElliott

1 Like A Lion (IRE) 9-9

TimEasterby DavidAllan

Form: 606, TFR:

2 King Carney (GB) 9-5

RebeccaMenzies HollieDoyle

Form: 150, TFR:

3 Butterfly Island (IRE) 9-4

LiamBailey DanielTudhope

Form: 50-5, TFR:

4 Little Jo (GB) 9-4

GemmaTutty LauraCoughlan(5)

Form: 000, TFR:

5 Bay Dream Believer (IRE) 9-3

MarkWalford JasonHart

Form: 040, TFR:

6 Positive Force (GB) 8-13

RebeccaMenzies ConnorBeasley

Form: 060, TFR:

7 Give Grace (IRE) 8-13

IainJardine PaulHanagan

Form: 2-00, TFR:

16, TFR:

5 Yazaman (IRE) 9-6

PaulMidgley GrahamLee

Form: 65-0, TFR:

6 Dapper Man (IRE) 9-5

RogerFell JonnyPeate(5)

Form: 312, TFR:

7 Rajmeister (GB) 9-4

RebeccaMenzies HollieDoyle

Form: 210, TFR:

8 Primo (GB) 9-1

RogerFell BenCurtis

Form: 200, TFR:

9 Gullane One (IRE) 8-10

TimEasterby DavidAllan

Form: 50-0, TFR:

Race 7 5.05 7f 219y

1 Smile And Pay (IRE) 10-1

CraigLidster WilliamPyle(7)

Form: 341, TFR:

2 Angel of Peace (IRE) 9-11

EdWalker SaffieOsborne

Form: 00-6, TFR:

3 War Chant (IRE) 9-10

RaeGuest DanielMuscutt

Form: 01-5, TFR:

4 Heart of Acklam (GB) 9-10

NigelTinkler FayeMcManoman

Form: 50-0, TFR:

5 Camacho Star (IRE) 9-8

KevinRyan TomEaves

Form: 212, TFR:

6 Wolf of Kingstreet (IRE) 9-7

DavidLoughnane LauraPearson(3)

Form: 040, TFR:

7 Profitar Rules (IRE) 9-2

TomDascombe BenCurtis

Form: 516, TFR:

8 City Centre (GB) 9-0

TimEasterby DavidAllan

Form: 060-, TFR:

9 Lady Loveless (GB) 9-0

PhillipMakin RowanScott

Form: 006, TFR:

10 Navy Wren (IRE) 9-0

MichaelDods ConnorBeasley

Form: 500-, TFR:

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FIRST RACE 1.40PM

THE BYERLEY STUD

BRITISH EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for novice two yrs old x Total prize fund £10000 x Race Conditions P35

Owners Prize Money. 1st £4267, 2nd £2133, 3rd £1067, 4th £533. (Penalty Value £5400) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATISTICS

Leading course trainer (17-22): R Hannon (29 wins from 317 runners, 9%) runs LIV MY LIFE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Hannon (7 wins from 59 runners, 12%) runs LIV MY LIFE

Longest Traveller: MATTERS MOST trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 107 miles.

1-2-3: 1.KALIK (IRE) 2.MATTERS MOST 3.LIV MY LIFE (IRE)

colours no horse/days since last run st-lb

1 KALIK (IRE) (13)

Draw

9-7 (3)

Breeding B c Prince of Lir (IRE) - Bisous Y Besos (IRE) (Big Bad Bob (IRE)) Jockey Kevin Stott

Owner Amo Racing Limited

Breeder Padraig Williams

Trainer Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn

Timeform Rating HHHHH

Sponsor Sports Invest UK Ltd Form 2 BF

TIMEFORM €300,000 yearling. Promising individual. 9/4, second of 8 in maiden at Newbury (5.2f, heavy) on debut 13 days ago Leading claims with more to come. BHA -

2 MATTERS MOST (GB) (13)

Breeding B c Advertise - Squash (Pastoral Pursuits)

9-7 (4)

Jockey Rossa Ryan

Owner Mr Robert Ng

Timeform Rating HHHHI

Trainer Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down Breeder Kirtlington Stud & Mrs Mary Taylor

Sponsor Tote Form 3

TIMEFORM Fetched 500,000 gns as a yearling and offered plenty to work on when third of 8 in maiden (11/4) at Newbury (5.2f, heavy) on debut 13 days ago Likely to improve a lot. BHA -

3 PART TIME BRITAIN (GB) (25)

Breeding B g Massaat (IRE) - Otrooha (IRE) (Oasis Dream)

Owner Stuart Banks & Partner

Breeder Mickley, Harc Syndicate & K. Whitehouse

9-7 (2)

Jockey Isabel Williams (3)

Trainer David Evans, Abergavenny

Timeform Rating HHIII

Sponsor Emma Evans Racing Ltd Form 05

TIMEFORM Tongue tied and too green to show much in the Brocklesby. 5/1, fared no better when fifth of 9 in novice event at Southwell (5f) 25 days ago BHA -

4 STATES (GB) (13)

Breeding B c Territories (IRE) - Stereophonic (IRE) (Acclamation)

Owner Blake, Henwood, Lawrence and Merritt

Breeder Minster Stud & Stratford Place Stud

9-7 (1)

Jockey David Egan

Trainer Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn

Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor The Garden Cider Company Ltd Form 6

TIMEFORM Shaped as though in need of the run when sixth of 8 in maiden at Newbury (5.2f, heavy) on debut 13 days ago Open to progress BHA -

5 SURFACE TO AIR (IRE) (20)

Breeding B g Markaz (IRE) - Reeh (IRE) (Invincible Spirit (IRE))

Owner Rob Emmanuelle, Lynn Cullimore & Partner

Breeder Gus Roche

9-7

(5)

Jockey Joey Haynes

Trainer David Evans, Abergavenny

Timeform Rating HHIII

Sponsor Emma Evans Racing Ltd Form 5

TIMEFORM Last of 5 in novice event at Leicester (5f, heavy, 8/1) on debut 20 days ago BHA -

6 ZOULU CHIEF (GB) (-)

Breeding Ch c Zoustar (AUS) - Courteous Crown (Helmet (AUS))

Owner Llewelyn,Runeckles and Wetumpka Racing

Breeder Wayne Clifford

9-7 (8)

Jockey Joshua Bryan

Trainer Heather Main, Wantage

Timeform Rating HHIII

Sponsor Open Plan Law Ltd Form

TIMEFORM Foaled January 21. 22,000 gns foal, 27,000 gns yearling, Zoustar colt Half-brother to 5.3f winner Hattie C. Dam maiden half-sister to 1m winner High Maintenance. BHA -

7

CHINESE KNOT (IRE) (-)

9-2 (7)

Breeding B f Kodiac - Three Knots (IRE) (Chineur (FR)) Jockey Oisin Murphy

Owner Three Knots Partnership

Breeder Tally-Ho Stud

Trainer Rod Millman, Cullompton

Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Rod Millman Racing Ltd Form

TIMEFORM Foaled April 2. 70,000 gns yearling, Kodiac filly Half-sister to several winners, including useful 2-y-o 5f winner Shumookhi and 9f winner Nautical Mile. BHA -

8 LIV MY LIFE (IRE) (15)

Breeding B f Awtaad (IRE) - My Wish (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

9-2 (6)

Jockey Pat Dobbs

Trainer Richard Hannon, Marlborough Breeder Ringfort Stud Ltd Timeform Rating HHHHI Form 4

Owner Mr Ian Wight, Mrs Teresa Lyons and Ptnr

TIMEFORM Bred for longer trips but displayed ability when fourth of 9 in maiden at Newmarket (5f, good to soft) on debut 15 days ago Will improve BHA -

DECLARED RUNNERS 8 2022: KAASIB (IRE) 2 9 5 Hector Crouch 1-2 (Clive Cox) 5 ran

Tongue Strap worn by No 3.

Stewards Note: PART TIME BRITAIN: Following its run on 9/4/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed under pressure.

Betting Forecast: 7-4 Kalik (IRE), 3-1 Matters Most (GB), 5-1 Liv My Life (IRE), 10-1 States (GB), 14-1 Chinese Knot (IRE), 22-1 Part Time Britain (GB), 33-1 Zoulu Chief (GB), 50-1 Surface To Air (IRE)

Race Summary: KALIK and Matters Most cost plenty as a yearling, and having both shaped well in the same maiden at Newbury, they may well dominate this The former is taken to uphold the form, with Liv My Life the pick of the remainder FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free

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THE WILLIAM HILL EXTRA PLACE RACES DAILY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)

for three yrs old x Total prize fund £8750 x Race Conditions P35

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3613, 2nd £1807, 3rd £903, 4th £451, 5th £226. (Penalty Value £4579.74)

Leading course trainer (17-22): R Hannon (29 wins from 317 runners, 9%) runs OPTIVA STAR and SKALLYWAG BAY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Hannon (7 wins from 59 runners, 12%) runs OPTIVA STAR and SKALLYWAG BAY

Longest Traveller: MUSICAL TRIBUTE trained by H Eustace, Newmarket, 151 miles.

1-2-3: 1.GRENHAM BAY (IRE) 2.DE BRUYNE 3.FLYING SPIRIT colours no horse/days since last run

1 DE BRUYNE (GB) (153)

9-11 (5)

Breeding B g Dutch Art - Danehill Revival (Pivotal) Jockey Ross Coakley

Owner David Ward Trainer Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn

Breeder Cheveley Park Stud Limited Timeform Rating HHHHI

Sponsor ABM Catering Facilities Management Form 031- D

TIMEFORM Promising individual. Won 9-runner novice event (15/8) at Newcastle (6f), finding extra. Off 153 days Makes handicap debut Should have more to offer. BHA 77

2 DESPERATE HERO (GB) (22)

Breeding Gr or Ro g Captain Gerrard (IRE) - El Che (Winker Watson)

Owner Norman Court Stud & Partner

9-11 (7)

Jockey George Bass (3)

Trainer Jack Channon, West Ilsley

Breeder P Taplin & Mike Channon Bloodstock Ltd Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Norman Court Stud Form 23241-5 D

TIMEFORM Chepstow winner last summer but off 9 months and looked rusty when fifth of 8 in handicap at Nottingham (5f, heavy, 15/2) 22 days ago, slowly away Back up in trip BHA 77

3 SNUGGLE (GB) (23)

Breeding Ch g Showcasing - Under The Covers (Stimulation (IRE))

Owner Kennet Valley Thoroughbreds VI

9-10 (1)

Jockey Kieran Shoemark

Trainer Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn

Breeder Llety Farms Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Oakman Group PLC Form 620-233

TIMEFORM Easy-to-back but ran right up to form when third of 9 in novice event at Pontefract (6f, heavy) 23 days ago Doesn’t boast the scope of a few back in a handicap BHA 76

4 GRENHAM BAY (IRE) (33)

Breeding Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Dawn of Empire (USA) (Empire Maker (USA))

Owner Martin & Valerie Slade & Partner

Breeder Ms Morna McDowall

9-9 (2)

Jockey Oisin Murphy

Trainer Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Timeform Rating HHHHH

Sponsor Tote Form 35-41 D

TIMEFORM Career best when winning 9-runner minor event at Kempton (6f, 2/1) 33 days ago Makes handicap debut from a very mark and there should be more to come. BHA 75

5

SKALLYWAG BAY (GB) (225)

9-8 (10)

Breeding Gr f Havana Grey - Bassmah (Harbour Watch (IRE)) Jockey Pat Dobbs

Owner Mr J. R. Shannon

Breeder J. R. Shannon

Trainer Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Timeform Rating HHHII Form 601- D

TIMEFORM Put experience to good use when winning 10-runner novice event at Kempton (6f), having run of race Off 7 months Makes handicap debut from a fair-looking mark BHA 74

6

OPTIVA STAR (IRE) (17)

Breeding B g U S Navy Flag (USA) - Leaf (IRE) (Montjeu (IRE))

Owner Optiva Securities Ltd

Breeder Lynch Bages Ltd & Longfield Stud

Sponsor Optiva Securities Ltd

9-7 (4)

Jockey Sam Hitchcott

Trainer Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Timeform Rating HHIII

Form 36465-0

TIMEFORM Gelded after 2-y-o campaign but still looked a hard ride when seventh of 8 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, heavy) 17 days ago

Back down markedly in trip BHA 73

7

FLYING SPIRIT (GB) (137)

Breeding B c Harry Angel (IRE) - Oilinda (Nayef (USA))

9-7 (6)

Jockey Gina Mangan (5)

Owner Mr Donald M. Kerr Trainer Heather Main, Wantage Breeder T. J. Cooper Timeform Rating HHHHI

8

BIG R (IRE) (225)

Breeding B g Cotai Glory - Turuqaat (Fantastic Light (USA))

Owner The Nigel Bennett Partnership

9-4

(8)

Jockey Charles Bishop

Trainer Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury

Breeder Tally-Ho Stud Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Abm Catering Limited Form 032-

TIMEFORM Improved again when second of 11 in novice event at Kempton (6f). Off 7 months Makes handicap debut BHA 70

9

MUSICAL TRIBUTE (GB) (34)

Breeding B f Acclamation - Gift of Music (IRE) (Cadeaux Genereux)

Owner Mr J. C. Smith

9-4 (3)

Jockey Hayley Turner

Trainer Harry Eustace, Newmarket

Breeder Littleton Stud Timeform Rating HHHII Form 65-3

TIMEFORM Sound reappearance when third of 9 in maiden (11/1) at Lingfield (7f, AW) 34 days ago Makes handicap debut for in-form yard but mark demands more. BHA 70

10

SPIRIT OF BREEZE (IRE) (17)

9-4 (9)

Breeding B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Gender Dance (USA) (Miesque’s Son (USA)) Jockey David Egan

Owner Neal and Sheralee Grayston

Trainer Gary Moore, Horsham

Breeder Gerard Mullins & Irish National Stud Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor K M Elite Products Ltd Form 63-4

TIMEFORM Gelded but still refused to settle when fourth of 10 in novice event at Kempton (6f, 25/1) 17 days ago Makes handicap debut BHA 70

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2022: MAKAROVA 3 9 5 Tom Marquand 5-1 (Ed Walker) 9 ran

Running for the first time since Gelding No 8.

Stewards Note: OPTIVA STAR: Following its run on 17/4/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left and lost the bit

Betting Forecast: 11-4 Grenham Bay (IRE), 11-2 De Bruyne (GB), 8-1 Flying Spirit (GB), 17-2 Skallywag Bay (GB), 12-1 Snuggle (GB), Big R (IRE), 14-1 Desperate Hero (GB), Musical Tribute (GB), 16-1 Spirit of Breeze (IRE), 33-1 Optiva Star (IRE)

Race Summary: Assuming he’s as effective on turf, Kempton-winner GRENHAM BAY looks well weighted switched to a handicap with the prospect of better to come. De Bruyne also has improvement in the pipeline, with Flying Spirit another to consider on his return to action.

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THIRD RACE 2.45PM

THE WILLIAM HILL EPIC VALUE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS

5)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £8750 x Race Conditions P35 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3613, 2nd £1807, 3rd £903, 4th £451, 5th £226. (Penalty Value £4579.74)

RACE STATISTICS

Leading course trainer (17-22): R Millman (14 wins from 135 runners, 10%) runs AIRSHOW

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): H Morrison (4 wins from 17 runners, 24%) runs WITH RESPECT

Longest Traveller: PARISIAC trained by A Haynes, Newmarket, 151 miles.

1-2-3: 1.WITH RESPECT (IRE) 2.MICHAELS CHOICE 3.ORIENTAL SPIRIT

1 PARISIAC (IRE) (12)

Breeding B g Kodiac - Colgin (Canford Cliffs (IRE))

4 9-11 (3)

Jockey Thore Hammer Hansen

Owner Gary Allsopp and A Haynes Trainer Alice Haynes, Newmarket Breeder Gce Farm Ltd

Sponsor Colourpin, Allsopp & Allsopp

060-003 D

TIMEFORM Easily best of 2023 returned to turf when third of 11 in handicap at Thirsk (6f, heavy) 12 days ago Well handicapped if he can build on that Hood left off. BHA 72

2 AIRSHOW (GB) (25)

Breeding Ch g Showcasing - Belle des Airs (IRE) (Dr Fong (USA))

Owner Middleham Park Racing, M & S Watters

Breeder Mrs M. E. Slade

8 9-10 (10)

Jockey Ross Coakley

Trainer Rod Millman, Cullompton

Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Middleham Park Racing, Millman Racing Club, Rod Millman Racing Ltd Form 0-05614 D

TIMEFORM Latest win at Southwell in March. Bit below form fourth of 8 in handicap (10/3) at Southwell (6.1f) 25 days ago Equally effective on turf and capable of bouncing back BHA 71

3 MATTY TOO (GB) (212)

4 9-10 (11)

Breeding B g Mattmu - Bustling Darcey (Assertive) Jockey Rob Hornby

Owner The Megsons Trainer Ben Pauling, Naunton

Breeder Fifehead Farms M. C. Denning Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Fitzdares Form 150601- D

TIMEFORM Career best when winning 8-runner handicap at Leicester (7f, good to firm, 12/1). Off 7 months First run for yard after leaving Tim Easterby but joined another good yard BHA 71

4 DARVEL (IRE) (17)

5 9-9 (8)

Breeding B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Anthem Alexander (IRE) (Starspangledbanner (AUS)) Jockey Kieran Shoemark

Owner Howard and Shirley Symonds

Trainer Patrick Chamings, Basingstoke

Breeder Mountarmstrong Stud Timeform Rating HHIII

Sponsor Tote Form 0410-00 D

TIMEFORM Respectable seventh of 13 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, heavy, 16/1) 17 days ago Back down on last winning mark and now tries 6f for first time since 2-y-o days BHA 70

5 MICHAELS CHOICE (GB) (173)

Breeding B g War Command (USA) - Todber (Cape Cross (IRE))

Owner The Music Makers 2

Breeder Fernham Farm Ltd

7 9-9 (12)

Jockey Charles Bishop

Trainer Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury

Timeform Rating HHHHI

Sponsor GB Helicopters Form 652400- CD

TIMEFORM C&D winner 11/2, eleventh of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f), not ideally placed. Off 173 days and won over C&D on last season’s reappearance. BHA 70

6 WITH RESPECT (IRE) (91) 6 9-9 (5)

Breeding Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) - More Respect (IRE) (Spectrum (IRE))

Owner Thurloe Thoroughbreds XLVIII

Breeder D. Phelan

Jockey Oisin Murphy

Trainer Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley

Timeform Rating HHHHH

Sponsor Osborne Studio Gallery Form 36//06-51 D

TIMEFORM Tongue strap on for first time, much improved when winning 12-runner handicap at Southwell (6.1f, 7/1), driven out Off 91 days but retains handicap scope for in-form yard with Murphy booked. BHA 70

7 SISTERS IN THE SKY (GB) (17) 4 9-8 (9)

Breeding Ch g Showcasing - Sunny York (IRE) (Vale of York (IRE))

Owner Paul & Ann de Weck

Breeder Whitsbury Manor Stud

Jockey Rossa Ryan

Trainer Grace Harris, Shirenewton

Timeform Rating HHIII

Sponsor Grace Harris Racing Form 162500 D

TIMEFORM First run since leaving Roger Teal when tenth of 13 in handicap at Windsor (8.1f, heavy, 28/1) 17 days ago Back down in trip Cheekpieces back on. BHA 69

8 UNDER THE TWILIGHT (GB) (24)

5 9-8 (4)

Breeding B m Twilight Son - Rococoa (IRE) (Zebedee) Jockey Kevin Stott

Owner Mr Roger Gould

Trainer Michael Blake, Trowbridge

Breeder Elaine Chivers Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Sb Racehorse Rehoming Form 033-646

TIMEFORM Sixth of 7 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 8/1) 24 days ago Opposable kept to 6f BHA 69

9 BE PREPARED (GB) (17)

6 9-7 (7)

Breeding B g Due Diligence (USA) - Chicklade (Firebreak) Jockey David Egan

Owner Mr P. Cook Trainer Rachel Cook & John Bridger, Liphook

Breeder Glebe Farm Stud Timeform Rating HHIII Sponsor Tote Form 0000-50 CD

C&D winner 25/1, last of 12 in handicap at Kempton (7f) 17 days ago Needs to leave that heavy defeat well behind. BHA 68

10 GILT EDGE (GB) (248)

7 9-6 (1)

Breeding B m Havana Gold (IRE) - Bright Edge (Danehill Dancer (IRE)) Jockey Gina Mangan (5)

Owner Mr S Bishop and Mr C Mason

Trainer Christopher Mason, Caerwent

Breeder Christopher & Annabelle Mason Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Celtic Recycling Limited Form 035326- D TIMEFORM Below form sixth of 10 in handicap (4/1) at Chepstow (7.1f, good to firm), unable to sustain effort Off 8 months but returns with yard among the winners. BHA 67

11 ORIENTAL SPIRIT (GB) (15)

5 9-4 (2)

Breeding B g Swiss Spirit - Yat Ding Yau (FR) (Air Chief Marshal (IRE)) Jockey Dane O’Neill Owner The Oriental Spirit Partnership Trainer Stuart Kittow, Cullompton

R. G. Percival Timeform Rating HHHHI

Sponsor Mainline Chauffeurs Ltd Form 01400-6 D BF

TIMEFORM Sixth of 8 in handicap (11/8) at Kempton (6f) 15 days ago Clearly backed as though much better was expected. BHA 65

12 THE COLA KID (GB) (135)

6 8-5 (6)

Breeding Gr g Lethal Force (IRE) - George’s Gift (Haafhd) Jockey Georgia Dobie (3)

Owner Mrs S. M. Maine Trainer Grace Harris, Shirenewton

Breeder Mrs A. Shone Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Grace Harris Racing Form 005006- D

TIMEFORM Thirteen runs since last win in 2022. Respectable sixth of 11 in handicap (16/1) at Southwell (6.1f). Off 135 days BHA 52

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2022: MAJESKI MAN (IRE) 5 9 6 Hollie Doyle 7-4 (John O’Shea) 10 ran

Hood worn by No 2. Visor worn by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 6, 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 3, 7, 9, 10, 12.

Stewards Note: THE COLA KID: Following its run on 20/12/2022 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.

Betting Forecast: 9-2 With Respect (IRE), 6-1 Parisiac (IRE), 13-2 Oriental Spirit (GB), 7-1 Michaels Choice (GB), 15-2 Airshow (GB), 9-1 Matty Too (GB), 16-1 Gilt Edge (GB), 18-1 Under The Twilight (GB), 22-1 Darvel (IRE), The Cola Kid (GB), 25-1 Sisters In The Sky (GB), 50-1 Be Prepared (GB)

Race Summary: WITH RESPECT emphatically stopped the slide in a first-time tongue strap when successful at Southwell in February and this revised mark should be well within range. He’s the most persuasive option with Oisin Murphy a positive jockey booking, though Michaels Choice is interesting having won on last season’s reappearance over C&D. Oriental Spirit is also considered.

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THE WILLIAM HILL LENGTHEN

YOUR ODDS NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)

for novice three yrs old x Total prize fund £8500 x Race Conditions P35 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3627, 2nd £1813, 3rd £907, 4th £453. (Penalty Value £4590) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

RACE STATISTICS

Leading course trainer (17-22): R Hannon (29 wins from 317 runners, 9%) runs YELLOW LION

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Hannon (7 wins from 59 runners, 12%) runs YELLOW LION

Longest Traveller: QUDDWAH trained by S & E Crisford, Newmarket, 151 miles.

1-2-3: 1.GREEK ORDER 2.SHAADEN (IRE) 3.QUDDWAH

colours no horse/days since last run st-lb

1 BALANCE PLAY (IRE) (157)

Draw

9-7 (8)

Breeding Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Bezique (Cape Cross (IRE)) Jockey Rossa Ryan

Owner Valmont Trainer Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down Breeder Aston House Stud Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor R M Beckett Ltd Form 43-

TIMEFORM Merely matched debut form when third of 12 in minor event (18/5) at Kempton (7f). Off 157 days BHA -

2 GREEK ORDER (GB) (197)

9-7 (2)

Breeding B c Kingman - Trojan Queen (USA) (Empire Maker (USA)) Jockey Ryan Moore

Owner Juddmonte

Trainer Harry & Roger Charlton, Beckhampton

Breeder Juddmonte Farms Ltd Timeform Rating HHHHH

Sponsor Juddmonte Farms Inc Form 32-

TIMEFORM Promising type. 6/4, second of 10 in novice event at Newmarket (7f, good to soft), running on. Retains plenty of potential as a 3-y-o. BHA -

3 ISLAND NATIVE (IRE) (33)

9-7 (5)

Breeding Gr c Caravaggio (USA) - Way of Light (IRE) (Dylan Thomas (IRE)) Jockey Gina Mangan (5)

Owner Mr Donald M. Kerr

Trainer Heather Main, Wantage Breeder Edgeridge Ltd Timeform Rating HHIII

Sponsor Caribtours Ltd. Form 06

TIMEFORM Sixth of 9 in novice event at Kempton (6f, 100/1) 33 days ago BHA -

4 QUDDWAH (GB) (-)

Breeding B c Kingman - Sajjhaa (King’s Best (USA))

9-7 (1)

Jockey James Doyle

Trainer Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket Breeder Godolphin Timeform Rating HHHHI Form

Owner Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum

TIMEFORM Kingman colt Closely related to 7f winner Lawahed, and half-brother to 7f-11f winner Nabbeyl and 1m winner Barshaa. Dam 1m-10.4f winner Ticks a lot of boxes on paper BHA -

5 YANKEE SPIRIT (GB) (20)

Breeding B g Washington DC (IRE) - Phantom Spirit (Invincible Spirit (IRE))

Owner Mrs I. M. Folkes

9-7 (7)

Jockey Isabel Williams (3)

Trainer David Evans, Abergavenny

Breeder Bearstone Stud Limited Timeform Rating HIIII

Sponsor Emma Evans Racing Ltd Form 0-0

TIMEFORM Twice-raced maiden. Tenth of 11 in novice event at Leicester (7f, heavy, 50/1) 20 days ago BHA -

6 YELLOW LION (GB) (16)

Breeding B c Bobby’s Kitten (USA) - Fair Value (IRE) (Compton Place)

Owner Lord Carnarvon

9-7 (6)

Jockey Pat Dobbs

Trainer Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Breeder Lord Carnarvon Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Highclere Castle Horse Feeds Form 0-53

TIMEFORM Thrice-raced maiden. 100/1, third of 7 in maiden at Newmarket (7f, soft) 16 days ago, well positioned. Needs to improve again to land a novice. BHA 70

7 MARISITTA (GB) (13)

Breeding B f Intello (GER) - Nessita (Shamardal (USA))

Owner Mr Aleem Kanji

9-2 (4)

Jockey Charlie Bennett

Trainer John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn

Breeder Aleem Kanji Timeform Rating HHIII Form 5

TIMEFORM 66/1, fifth of 6 in maiden at Newbury (7f, heavy) on debut 13 days ago BHA -

8 SHAADEN (IRE) (217)

Breeding B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Rihaam (IRE) (Dansili)

Owner Shadwell Estate Company Ltd

9-2 (10)

Jockey Dane O’Neill

Trainer Marcus Tregoning, Whitsbury

Breeder Shadwell Estate Company Limited Timeform Rating HHHHI Form 3-

TIMEFORM Promising type. Third of 12 in novice event at this C&D (good, 13/2) on debut That race worked out pretty well and there should be lots more to come. BHA -

9 STELLA HOGAN (IRE) (26)

A Gustav Klimt (IRE) - (IRE) (Dabirsim

9-2 (3)

Breeding Ch f Gustav Klimt (IRE) - Fenagh (IRE) (Dabirsim (FR)) Jockey Non Runner

Owner The Cross Racing Club Trainer John O’Shea, Newnham-on-Severn

Breeder Mr Patrick Beirne(Jnr) Timeform Rating HIIII

Sponsor Tote Form 0

NON-RUNNER

10 SUNDOWNER (GB) (206)

9-2 (9)

Breeding B f Twilight Son - Light Hearted (Green Desert (USA)) Jockey Charles Bishop

Owner The Ascot Revellers Trainer Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury

Breeder Martin Percival Timeform Rating HHIII

Sponsor Abm Catering Limited Form 00-

TIMEFORM Seventh of 10 in novice event at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 18/1). Off 6 months. BHA -

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2022: SAMBURU 3 9 9 Frankie Dettori 5-6 (John & Thady Gosden) 11 ran

Stewards Note: MARISITTA: Following its run on 21/4/2023 it was reported that the horse was slowly away

STELLA HOGAN: Following its run on 8/4/2023 it was reported that the horse was slow to leave the stalls

Betting Forecast: 11-8 Greek Order (GB), 3-1 Shaaden (IRE), 13-2 Quddwah (GB), 10-1 Balance Play (IRE), 11-1 Yellow Lion (GB), 40-1 Sundowner (GB), 50-1 Island Native (IRE), 66-1 Marisitta (GB), 150-1 Yankee Spirit (GB)

Race Summary: GREEK ORDER didn’t make the big leap expected of him following a very promising debut when second at Newmarket in the autumn but this well-bred colt retains plenty of potential this year Shaaden is another useful prospect in the making, with Quddwah an interesting newcomer

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THE WILLIAM HILL

PICK YOUR PLACES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for three yrs old x Total prize fund £7500 x Race Conditions P35

Owners Prize Money. 1st £3097, 2nd £1549, 3rd £774, 4th £387, 5th £194. (Penalty Value £3925.50) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.

RACE STATISTICS

Leading course trainer (17-22): R Hannon (29 wins from 317 runners, 9%) runs PINK LILY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Hannon (7 wins from 59 runners, 12%) runs PINK LILY

Longest Traveller: CHESTER TONIK trained by P Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket, 151 miles.

1-2-3: 1.GASMAN (IRE) 2.ECTOCROSS (FR) 3.THINK CHAMPAGNE (IRE)

colours no horse/days since last run age st-lb Draw

1 SEAHRENA (FR) (35)

9-10 (5)

Breeding B f Seahenge (USA) - Rena Borghese (IRE) (Intense Focus (USA)) Jockey Taylor Fisher (5)

Owner Hambleton Racing Ltd XXXVII & Partner Trainer Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn

Breeder S.C.E.A. Ecurie Cerdeval Timeform Rating HHIII

Sponsor Hambleton Racing Ltd Form 506

TIMEFORM Ran no sort of race when last of 6 in minor event (125/1) at Wolverhampton (8.6f) 5 weeks ago Blinkers on 1st time.

Makes handicap debut BHA 61

2 J J STINGLETON (GB) (167)

9-10 (1)

Breeding Ch g Washington DC (IRE) - Bee Ina Bonnet (Helmet (AUS)) Jockey Joshua Bryan

Owner Ffrench Polish Trainer Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn

Breeder Bearstone Stud Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor High View Racing Ltd Form 005031-

TIMEFORM 7/1, showed improved form to narrowly get off the mark in 11-runner nursery at Kempton (8f), driven out Off 167 days Up in trip Returns just 2lb higher and not dismissed if ready to roll. BHA 61

3 CHESTER TONIK (FR) (28)

9-9 (3)

Breeding Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Costa Rica (IRE) (Sadler’s Wells (USA)) Jockey Callum Hutchinson (3)

Owner Franconson Partners Trainer Peter Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket Breeder Moa Sundstrom & Lillie Sundstrom Drion Timeform Rating HHIII Sponsor POP Telecom Ltd, Fairlawns Racing Ltd Form

TIMEFORM Unreliable individual. 3/1, fared no better than on reappearance when third of 7 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f) 4 weeks ago Mark continues to tumble but he’s tough to put much confidence in. BHA 60

4

ECTOCROSS (FR) (29)

9-9 (6)

Breeding B c Ectot - Seasonal Cross (Cape Cross (IRE)) Jockey Oisin Murphy

Owner Malcolm & Alicia Aldis

Timeform Rating HHHHI

Trainer Simon Dow, Epsom Breeder Kempsons Stud Ltd

Sponsor Simon Dow Form 000-13 D BF

TIMEFORM Little impact in a trio of novice events for Jim Boyle but left those efforts well behind upped in trip on handicap bow when narrow winner at Lingfield on return last month, doing well to come from last. Creditable third in follow up bid and needs considering again. BHA 60

5 DOUBLE DOWN (IRE) (27)

Breeding Ch g Fast Company (IRE) - Dinaria (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE))

Owner White, Russell & Ward

9-8 (8)

Jockey Sean Levey

Trainer Tom Ward, Upper Lambourn

Breeder Kildaragh Stud Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Novus Logistics Form 000-520 BF

TIMEFORM Cheekpieces on for 1st time, run best excused when eighth of 14 in handicap (7/2) at Bath (8f, soft) 27 days ago, badly hampered over 1f out Up in trip BHA 59

6 GASMAN (IRE) (101)

Breeding B g Cracksman - Anne of Kiev (IRE) (Oasis Dream)

Owner Aura (Gas) Holdings Ltd

Breeder Lynn Lodge Stud

9-8 (9)

Jockey Kieran Shoemark

Trainer Charles Hills, Lambourn

Timeform Rating HHHHH Form 000-20

1f Off 101 days First run for yard after leaving Seamus Durack (also gelded) and could have more to offer for his in-form yard BHA 59

TIMEFORM Lightly-raced maiden. 9/2, last of 8 in handicap at Wolverhampton (9.5f), weakening when hampered fi

7 QUIZLET (GB) (63)

9-7 (2)

Breeding B g Time Test - Speed Date (Sakhee’s Secret) Jockey Rob Hornby

Owner Red Star Racing Trainer Mark Gillard, Sherborne Breeder Tony Williams Timeform Rating HHIII Sponsor Ascot Park Polo Club Form 006-65 TIMEFORM Lightly-raced maiden. 4/1 and cheekpieces on for 1st time, below form

8 FULLFORWARD (IRE) (62)

Breeding B g Tamayuz - Shakdara (USA) (Street Cry (IRE))

Owner Forest Farm Racing

9-6 (10)

Jockey David Egan

Trainer Michael Madgwick, Denmead

Breeder Mr Hubert Strecker Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Fitzdares Limited Form 341-624

TIMEFORM 11/2, suited by longer trip when close fourth of 12 to Ectocross in handicap at Lingfield (10f, AW) 62 days ago In the mix from just 1lb higher BHA 57

9 THINK CHAMPAGNE (IRE) (26)

Breeding B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Rockshine (Fastnet Rock (AUS))

9-5 (14)

Jockey Rossa Ryan

Owner Mr D. Boocock Trainer Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Breeder Boocock Trading Ltd Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Tote Form 00-5244

TIMEFORM Got back on track when fourth of 6 in handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f, 10/3) 26 days ago, albeit off the bridle a long way out Not taken lightly back on turf. BHA 56

10 PINK LILY (GB) (175)

Breeding Ch f Sixties Icon - Mellow (Bahamian Bounty)

9-2 (4)

Jockey Alec Voikhansky (5)

Owner Lord Carnarvon Trainer Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Breeder Lord Carnarvon Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Highclere Castle Horse Feeds Form 565333-

TIMEFORM Improved a little under this claimer when third of 8 in nursery at Chelmsford City (10f, 5/1) in November, every chance until near line. Not dismissed on reappearance. BHA 53

11 JIMMY MARK (IRE) (205)

8-9 (13)

Breeding B g Intrinsic - Kodi da Capo (IRE) (Kodiac) Jockey William Cox

Owner Mr P. Lindsey Trainer Stuart Kittow, Cullompton

Breeder D. R. Tucker Timeform Rating HHIII

Sponsor Etsome Arms Form 5406TIMEFORM Lightly-raced maiden. Never a threat when 6 1/2 lengths sixth of 10 to Fullforward on nursery debut at Leicester (8.2f, good, 14/1). Off 6 months Up in trip BHA 45

12 ALODIA (GB) (37)

8-9 (11)

Breeding Ch f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Atone (Oasis Dream) Jockey Joey Haynes

Owner Mr N. Pickett Trainer Sylvester Kirk, Upper Lambourn

13 ALICEFROMUMBRIDGE (GB) (34)

Breeding Ch f Master Carpenter (IRE) - Indian Flash (Sepoy (AUS))

(7)

14 DELIGHTFULLY YOURS (IRE) (28) 8-9 (12)

Charlie Bennett Owner Maid In Heaven Partnership

Breeding B f Zoffany (IRE) - Sherbert (Power)

Jim Boyle, Epsom Breeder Gaynestown Stud Ltd Timeform Rating HHIII Form 040-4

TIMEFORM Lightly-raced maiden. 66/1, fared little better on handicap/all-weather debut after 7 months off when fourth of 7 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f) 4 weeks ago BHA 37

DECLARED RUNNERS 14 2022: MUCUNA (GER) 3 8 4 William Cox 16-1 (Milton Harris) 12 ran

Blinkers worn first time by No 1. Blinkers worn by No 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5. Running for the first time since Gelding No 6.

Stewards Note: CHESTER TONIK: Following its run on 6/4/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely

DOUBLE DOWN: Following its run on 7/4/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed.

GASMAN: Following its run on 23/1/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference.

Betting Forecast: 13-2 Ectocross (FR), 15-2 J J Stingleton (GB), 17-2 Fullforward (IRE), Pink Lily (GB), 9-1 Chester Tonik (FR), 10-1 Double Down (IRE), Think Champagne (IRE), 12-1 Gasman (IRE), 14-1 Seahrena (FR), 25-1 Quizlet (GB), Jimmy Mark (IRE), 33-1 Alicefromumbridge (GB), 40-1 Alodia (GB), 80-1 Delightfully Yours (IRE)

Race Summary: A host in with chances but GASMAN has been

gelded/switched to the in-form Charlie Hills yard since last seen so he makes plenty of appeal having just a second start on the turf. The main threat may come from Ectocross, who left previous efforts well behind on return/handicap bow when scoring at Lingfield in March and he can continue his good run of form. Think Champagne and Fullforward round off the shortlist.

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THE WILLIAM HILL IN PLAY RACING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £11250 x Race Conditions P35 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4645, 2nd £2323, 3rd £1161, 4th £580, 5th £290.

(Penalty Value £5888.24)

RACE STATISTICS

Leading course trainer (17-22): A Balding (24 wins from 167 runners, 14%) runs LADY LABELLE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J & T Gosden (4 wins from 29 runners, 14%) runs KENSINGTON

Longest Traveller: KENSINGTON trained by J & T Gosden, Newmarket, 151 miles.

1-2-3: 1.KENSINGTON (IRE) 2.ON THE RIGHT TRACK 3.EAGLE COURT (IRE)

colours no horse/days since last run age st-lb Draw

1

VEGA SICILIA (GB) (27)

4 9-11 (9)

Breeding Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Stone Roses (FR) (Rip Van Winkle (IRE)) Jockey James Doyle

Owner John Basquill and Dan Gilbert

Trainer Harry & Roger Charlton, Beckhampton

Breeder Stone Roses Bloodstock Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Tattersalls Form 41-2220 D BF

TIMEFORM Winner at Wolverhampton in December Cheekpieces on for 1st time, ninth of 14 in handicap (3/1) at Lingfield (12f, AW) 27 days ago, unsuited by way race developed. Can bounce back BHA 82

2 LADY LABELLE (IRE) (313)

4 9-7 (5)

Breeding Ch f The Gurkha (IRE) - Duchess of Marmite (IRE) (Duke of Marmalade (IRE)) Jockey Oisin Murphy

Owner Team Valor Trainer Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

Breeder Lynch Bages Ltd Timeform Rating HHHII Form 1/233-

TIMEFORM Lightly-raced winner 7/4, third of 4 in handicap at Newmarket (12f, good), unsuited by way race developed. Off 10 months but can’t be discounted. BHA 78

3

KENSINGTON (IRE) (199)

4 9-7 (11)

Breeding B f Frankel - Canonbury (IRE) (Oasis Dream) Jockey Collen Storey

Owner Lady Ogden Trainer John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

Breeder Sir Robert Ogden Timeform Rating HHHHH

Sponsor Ogden Safety Systems Ltd Form 321- D

TIMEFORM Daughter of Frankel who easily won 10-runner minor event at Wolverhampton (12.2f). Off 6 months but remains open to progress on her handicap debut Interesting. BHA 78

4

AQWAAM (GB) (14)

5 9-5 (3)

Breeding Gr g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Aghaany (Dubawi (IRE)) Jockey David Egan

Owner Mr Patrick Kelly Trainer Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Breeder Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Timeform Rating HHIII

Sponsor Corbally Holdings Ltd Form 01005-6 D

TIMEFORM Last of 6 in handicap at Chelmsford City (10f, 6/1) 14 days ago Back up in trip Needs a couple of these to falter BHA 76

5 REINA DEL MAR (IRE) (570)

Breeding B m Awtaad (IRE) - Star Approval (IRE) (Hawk Wing (USA))

Owner David Ward

Breeder Blackwater Bloodstock Ltd

5 9-5 (6)

Jockey Ross Coakley

Trainer Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn

Timeform Rating HHIII

Sponsor ABM Catering Facilities Management Form 621334/- D

TIMEFORM 5/1, respectable fourth of 11 in handicap at Yarmouth (11.5f, good to soft), never nearer Off 19 months so has her fitness to prove BHA 76

6 DOWNSMAN (IRE) (188)

5 9-2 (8)

Breeding B g Fast Company (IRE) - Hawk Dance (IRE) (Hawk Wing (USA)) Jockey Charlie Bennett

Owner The Paddock Space Partnership 2

Breeder Mr Ollie Geraghty

Trainer Jim Boyle, Epsom

Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Jim Boyle Racing Form 0/46606- D

TIMEFORM Pulled up in handicap hurdle at Plumpton (17.8f, soft, 16/1) 24 days ago, racing lazily Fair on the Flat, but still needs to get back on track BHA 73

7 LATER DARLING (GB) (28)

4 9-1 (10)

Breeding B g Postponed (IRE) - Saucy Minx (IRE) (Dylan Thomas (IRE)) Jockey Rob Hornby

Owner Mrs F Cotton,Mr & Mrs P Conway

Breeder Mr & Mrs Cotton / Mrs Suzanne Conway

Trainer Amanda Perrett, Pulborough

Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Tote Form 03-2164 D BF

TIMEFORM Winner at Kempton in February. 2/1, fading fourth of 5 in handicap at Chelmsford City (14f) 28 days ago so needs considering back in trip BHA 72

8 V TWELVE (IRE) (27)

Breeding Br g Slade Power (IRE) - Black Mascara (IRE) (Authorized (IRE)) Jockey Kieran Shoemark

Mr P. K. Siu

C. Weld, R. Kavanagh & D. Hannigan

B g Free Eagle (IRE) - Classic Remark (IRE) (Dr Fong (USA))

Mr A. Potts

Airlie Stud & Mrs S. M. Rogers

Dane O’Neill Owner John Wallis, Stephen Wallis, Nona Baker

B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Arabian Comet (IRE) (Dubawi (IRE))

Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

11 ON THE RIGHT TRACK (GB) (37)

6 8-8

(7)

Breeding Gr g Mukhadram - Jessica Ennis (USA) (English Channel (USA)) Jockey Joey Haynes

Owner Mrs T. Channing-Williams

Trainer Mark Usher, Lambourn

Breeder Selwood Bloodstock & Mrs S. Read Timeform Rating HHHHI

Sponsor Tote Form 0/0500-1 D

TIMEFORM Career best when winning 8-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (12.2f, 15/2) 37 days ago, cosily Form been franked so he can make presence felt BHA 65

DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2022: CEMHAAN 5 9 10 Pat Cosgrave 16-5 (George Baker) 6 ran

Blinkers worn first time by No 10. Hood worn by No 7, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 6.

Stewards Note: VEGA SICILIA: Following its run on 7/4/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right handed.

Betting Forecast: 9-2 Vega Sicilia (GB), Kensington (IRE), 11-2 On The Right Track (GB), 8-1 Lady Labelle (IRE), 11-1 Eagle Court (IRE), 12-1 Later Darling (GB), 14-1 Aqwaam (GB), Reina Del Mar (IRE), 22-1 V Twelve (IRE), Al Azhar (IRE), 33-1 Downsman (IRE)

Race Summary: Frankel filly KENSINGTON appeals as the sort to do well in handicaps this season so is taken to follow up her easy Wolverhampton novice success and make light of her absence. On The Right Track rates a big danger though on the back of his Wolverhampton success, with both Eagle Court and Vega Sicilia capable of having a say too in a competitive handicap

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THE WILLIAM HILL KEEP YOUR RACEDAY POSITIVE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7500 x Race Conditions P35 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3097, 2nd £1549, 3rd £774, 4th £387, 5th £194. (Penalty Value £3925.50)

Leading course trainer (17-22): I Williams (4 wins from 31 runners, 13%) runs TIGERTEN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G L Moore (6 wins from 42 runners, 14%) runs CAPRICORN PRINCE

Weightwatcher: TIGERTEN won off a handicap mark of 67, his rating is now down 5lb to 62.

Longest Traveller: TIGERTEN trained by I Williams, Alvechurch, 133 miles.

1-2-3: 1.MONJULES (FR) 2.EASTER ICON 3.ARTHALOT (IRE)

colours no horse/days since last run age st-lb

1 GOT BRIGHT (FR) (20)

5 9-11

Draw

Breeding B g Intello (GER) - Rumored (USA) (Royal Academy (USA)) Jockey Oisin Murphy

Owner Mr Mike Roberts

Breeder S.C.E.A. Haras de Treli

Trainer Michael Roberts, Hailsham

Timeform Rating HHIII Form 02-3653

TIMEFORM Eleven runs since last win in 2021. 13/2, creditable third of 9 in handicap at Southwell (14.1f) 20 days ago Still needs a couple of these to falter BHA 62

2 TIGERTEN (GB) (58)

Breeding B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Morning Bride (IRE) (Danehill Dancer (IRE))

Owner Mr Richard J. Gurr

Breeder Team Hogdala AB

6 9-11

Jockey Rossa Ryan

Trainer Ian Williams, Alvechurch

Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Tote Form 13/00-64

TIMEFORM Respectable sixth of 10 in handicap hurdle at Southwell (20.4f, soft, 22/1) 45 days ago Fair on the Flat, so needs considering back in this sphere. BHA 62

3

CAPRICORN PRINCE (GB) (76)

Breeding Ch g Garswood - Sakhee’s Pearl (Sakhee (USA))

Owner Mrs Andrea Wilkinson

Breeder Mrs A. P. Wilkinson

7 9-10

Jockey David Egan

Trainer Gary Moore, Horsham

Timeform Rating HHIII

Sponsor K M Elite Products Ltd Form 0203-10

4

ARTHALOT (IRE) (195)

Breeding B g Camelot - Annina (IRE) (Singspiel (IRE))

Owner Thethrillofitall

Breeder Mr Jim McGrath

6 9-9

Jockey Kieran Shoemark

Trainer Victor Dartnall, Barnstaple

Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Hartnoll Hotel Form 10/4200- D

TIMEFORM Good fifth of 12 in handicap hurdle at Exeter (21.6f, soft, 16/1) 23 days ago, not ideally placed. Tongue strap on for 1st time on the Flat (cheekpieces also back on) and shortlisted. BHA 60

5

MONJULES (FR) (819)

Breeding B g Rajsaman (FR) - Equilibriste (IRE) (Librettist (USA))

Owner David’s Partnership

Breeder EARL Soc D’Entrainement P. Butel et al

5 9-6

Jockey Kevin Stott

Trainer Harry Fry, Corscombe

Timeform Rating HHHHH

Sponsor Tenth Revolution Group, Grosvenor Sport, Heywood Timber Engineering Form 650/00/-

TIMEFORM Fair winner at 18f over hurdles and posted a good second at Fontwell (17.7f, good to soft) 30 days ago Interesting back on the level on his handicap debut BHA 57

6 EASTER ICON (GB) (16)

Breeding Ch g Sixties Icon - Vive Ma Fille (GER) (Doyen (IRE))

Owner Mr J. Mitchell

Breeder Jonathan Mitchell

4 9-4

Jockey George Bass (3)

Trainer Jack Channon, West Ilsley

Timeform Rating HHHHI

Sponsor Jack Channon Racing Limited Form 6304-21

TIMEFORM 1 win from 2 runs this year Career best when winning 8-runner handicap (15/8) at Southwell (16.5f) 16 days ago, well positioned. Well in the mix BHA 55

7 GLOBAL AGREEMENT (GB) (27) 6 9-2

Breeding Ch g Mayson - Amicable Terms (Royal Applause)

Owner Global Partnership

Breeder Richard Kent & Robert Percival

Jockey Rob Hornby

Trainer Milton Harris, Warminster

Timeform Rating HHIII

Sponsor Bresbet Form 3/0465//-0

TIMEFORM Unreliable individual. Tongue strap on for 1st time, pulled up in handicap hurdle at Hexham (20.1f, soft, 33/1) 10 days ago Up in trip Others more persuasive. BHA 53

8 SIMPLE WORDS (IRE) (13) 7 9-1

Breeding Gr m Dark Angel (IRE) - Fascination (IRE) (Galileo (IRE)) Jockey Taylor Fisher (5)

Owner Duckhaven Stud

Trainer Joe Tickle, Tiverton

Breeder D. McGregor Timeform Rating HHIII

Form 60//05/-0

TIMEFORM Lightly-raced maiden on Flat First run since leaving Chris Down when last of 13 in handicap (50/1) at Bath (14f, good to soft) 13 days ago Lots more is needed. BHA 52

9 ZYRA’S LIONESS (GB) (189) 5 8-9

Breeding B m Sixties Icon - Follow The Faith (Piccolo) Jockey Trevor Whelan

Owner Mr Ricki Vaughan

Trainer Sheena West, Lewes

Breeder Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited Timeform Rating HHIII

Form 406034-

TIMEFORM Pulled up in handicap hurdle (33/1) at Plumpton (17.8f, good to soft) 66 days ago Tongue strap back on. Poor on the Flat, so others appeal more. BHA 46

10 GUILTY PARTY (IRE) (218) 6 8-9

Breeding B m Lawman (FR) - Coolree Marj (IRE) (Marju (IRE)) Jockey Charlie Bennett

Owner Mrs R. Lyon & Mr P. R. Chamings

Trainer Patrick Chamings, Basingstoke

Breeder Coolawn Stud Timeform Rating HHIII

Form 440/040-

TIMEFORM Eleventh of 13 in handicap (66/1) at Kempton (16f). Off 7 months Something to find on form. BHA 44

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2022: FLYING STANDARD (IRE) 5 9 3 Jack Mitchell 15-2 (Chris Wall) 11 ran

Blinkers worn by No 7. Visor worn by No 10. Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 5, 9.

Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 4.

Betting Forecast: 3-1 Easter Icon (GB), 7-2 Monjules (FR), 9-2 Got Bright (FR), 11-2 Capricorn Prince (GB), 11-1 Tigerten (GB), 22-1 Arthalot (IRE), Global Agreement (GB), 25-1 Zyra’s Lioness (GB), 50-1 Guilty Party (IRE), 80-1 Simple Words (IRE)

Race Summary: Harry Fry’s MONJULES arrives in top form over hurdles so is fancied to capitalise on a handy-looking mark back on the level (unraced on it since 2021 in France) and gain a breakthrough success in this sphere. Easter Icon is feared most on the back of his recent Southwell success, with Arthalot another to consider for place purposes.

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EIGHTH RACE 5.25PM

THE WILLIAM HILL KEEP YOUR RACEDAY POSITIVE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II)

for four yrs old and upwards x Total prize fund £7500 x Race Conditions P35 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3097, 2nd £1549, 3rd £774, 4th £387, 5th £194.

(Penalty Value £3925.50)

RACE STATISTICS

Leading course trainer (17-22): H Morrison (7 wins from 38 runners, 18%) runs SUGAR CANDIE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G L Moore (6 wins from 42 runners, 14%) runs BIG JIMBO

Weightwatcher: WINKLEVI won off a handicap mark of 69, his rating is now down 7lb to 62.

Longest Traveller: PROUD WARRIOR trained by T Carroll, Cropthorne, 100 miles.

1-2-3: 1.SUGAR CANDIE 2.FIGHTING POET (IRE) 3.WINKLEVI (FR)

colours no horse/days since last run age st-lb

1 WINKLEVI (FR) (28)

Draw

8 9-11

Breeding Br g Maxios - Wild Star (IRE) (Sternkoenig (IRE)) Jockey Rossa Ryan

Owner Mr Trevor Gallienne

Breeder Wertheimer & Frere

Trainer David Evans, Abergavenny

Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Emma Evans Racing Ltd Form 225022 D BF

TIMEFORM Creditable second of 5 in handicap at Chelmsford City (14f, 2/1) 28 days ago, no match for winner Visor back on. Can give a good account BHA 62

2 WHERE’S TOM (GB) (22)

Breeding B g Cape Cross (IRE) - Where’s Susie (Where Or When (IRE))

Owner Recycled Products Limited

Breeder Recycled Products Limited

8 9-10

Jockey Aidan Keeley (5)

Trainer Michael Madgwick, Denmead

Timeform Rating HHHII Form 2-34225

TIMEFORM Respectable fifth of 13 in handicap (13/2) at Kempton (12f) 22 days ago Eighteen runs since last win in 2020, however.

BHA 61

3 JERSEY GIFT (IRE) (22)

Breeding B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Pharadelle (IRE) (Lope de Vega (IRE))

5 9-9

Jockey Kieran Shoemark

Trainer Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn Breeder Ballylinch Stud

Owner Mr A. Taylor & Partner

Timeform Rating HHHII Form 34/-0060

TIMEFORM 16/1, eleventh of 13 in handicap at Kempton (12f) 22 days ago Makes turf debut Looks competitive on form if shrugging off latest effort BHA 60

4

FRED BEAR (IRE) (13)

Breeding B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Subtle Affair (IRE) (Barathea (IRE))

Owner Unstable Racing

Breeder M. Fahy & Rathbarry Stud

5 9-8

Jockey Kevin Stott

Trainer Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke

Timeform Rating HHHII Form 15451-0 D

TIMEFORM First run since leaving Sheena West when twelfth of 13 in handicap (10/1) at Bath (14f, good to soft) 13 days ago, folding. Needs a big step forward. BHA 59

5 JOHN BETJEMAN (GB) (13)

Breeding B g Poet’s Voice - A Great Beauty (Acclamation)

Owner Robin Gillard and Rory Gillard

7 9-5

Jockey Dane O’Neill

Trainer Mark Gillard, Sherborne

Breeder Plantation Stud Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Ascot Park Polo Club Form 00/0/02-3 BF

TIMEFORM Remains a maiden after 22 Flat runs 10/3, creditable third of 13 in handicap at Bath (14f, good to soft) 13 days ago Still needs a couple of these to falter BHA 56

6

FIGHTING POET (IRE) (16)

5 9-2

Breeding B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Inkling (USA) (Seeking The Gold (USA)) Jockey Kaiya Fraser (7)

Owner Richard Phillips Racing Syndicate

Breeder Coolmore

Trainer Richard Phillips, Moreton-in-Marsh

Timeform Rating HHHHI

Sponsor Tori Global Form 0-04206 TIMEFORM

7

BIG JIMBO (GB) (64)

Breeding Ch g Helmet (AUS) - Big Moza (Pastoral Pursuits)

Owner Mr A Watson & Mr B Malyon

Breeder Alan Watson & Brett Malyon

6 9-2

Jockey David Egan

Trainer Gary Moore, Horsham

Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor K M Elite Products Ltd Form 2/5/-3122

TIMEFORM Winner at Kempton in February. Pulled up in handicap hurdle (15/2) at Plumpton (17.8f, soft) 24 days ago so needs to get back on track BHA 53

8

SUGAR CANDIE (GB) (157) 4 8-13

Breeding B f Highland Reel (IRE) - Sweet Selection (Stimulation (IRE))

Owner Paul & Catriona Brocklehurst Bloodstock

Jockey Oisin Murphy

Trainer Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley

Breeder Paul & Catriona Brocklehurst Bloodstock Timeform Rating HHHHH

Sponsor Bridgend Hotel Form 000/20-

TIMEFORM Had looked on the up but off 6 months before coming in twelfth of 13 in handicap at Wolverhampton (14f) 157 days ago Still low mileage and she’s well worth another chance with Oisin Murphy now in the saddle. BHA 50

9

PLEDGE OF PEACE (IRE) (28) 6 8-9

Breeding B g New Approach (IRE) - Hoodna (IRE) (Invincible Spirit (IRE)) Jockey Georgia Dobie (3)

Owner Mrs P. J. Sheen Trainer Laura Mongan, Epsom

Breeder Godolphin Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Arthur Wait Ltd Form 0-00534

TIMEFORM Remains a maiden after 24 Flat runs but he posted a creditable fourth of 7 in handicap at Chelmsford City (13.3f, 10/1) 28 days ago Not ruled out despite being 1lb out of the handicap BHA 45

10

PROUD WARRIOR (IRE) (34) 4 8-9

Breeding B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Rockshine (Fastnet Rock (AUS)) Jockey Hayley Turner

Owner Mr D. Boocock Trainer Tony Carroll, Cropthorne

Breeder Boocock Trading Ltd Timeform Rating HHHII

Sponsor Tote Form 0-00040

TIMEFORM Respectable seventh of 13 in handicap at Southwell (16.5f, 18/1) 34 days ago Not totally dismissed. BHA 44

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2022:(See Div 1)

Blinkers worn by No 5. Visor worn by No 1, 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 6, 9, 10.

Stewards

Note: JOHN BETJEMAN: Following its run on 21/4/2023 it was reported that the horse hung badly left-handed.

BIG JIMBO: Following its run on 10/4/2023 it was reported that the horse hung both ways

SUGAR CANDIE: Following its run on 28/11/2022 it was reported that the horse was never travelling.

Betting Forecast: 9-2 John Betjeman (GB), 6-1 Where’s Tom (GB), 13-2 Big Jimbo (GB), 7-1 Sugar Candie (GB), 15-2 Winklevi (FR), 10-1 Fighting Poet (IRE), 14-1 Jersey Gift (IRE), Pledge of Peace (IRE), 16-1 Fred Bear (IRE), 25-1 Proud Warrior (IRE)

Race Summary: A case can be made for lots of these so at the likely odds it is worth siding with SUGAR CANDIE, who had looked on the up until finishng well held at Wolverhampton after an absence and can bounce back in style with Oisin Murphy now up Fighting Poet didn’t enjoy the rub of the green when sixth at Southwell last time and could emerge as the chief threat, with Chelmsford-second Winklevi another who needs considering in a very open handicap

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RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 1.40 - THE BYERLEY STUD BRITISH EBF NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5400 to the winning horse The second to receive £2535, the third £1268 and the fourth £634. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F. eligible. Enter by noon, April 28th and pay £42 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 2nd.

Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 3lb For each other race won 6lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). Byerley Stud has kindly sponsored this race They will present a memento to the winning owner and provide £75 for the Best Turned Out horse. THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F. have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race 18 entries at £42. - Closed April 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4267; Second £2133; Third £1067; Fourth £533. (Penalty Value £5400) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

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Second Race 2.10 - THE WILLIAM HILL EXTRA PLACE RACES DAILY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4579 to the winning horse The second to receive £2149, the third £1073, the fourth £537 and the fifth £267. for three yrs old only, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £38 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 2nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 22nd, 2023, for each race won 6lb William Hill has kindly sponsored this race They will present a memento to the winning owner and provide £75 for the Best Turned Out horse. 23 entries at £38. - Closed April 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3613; Second £1807; Third £903; Fourth £451; Fifth £226. (Penalty Value £4579.74) SS

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Third Race 2.45 - THE WILLIAM HILL EPIC VALUE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4579 to the winning horse The second to receive £2149, the third £1073, the fourth £537 and the fifth £267. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 71 and 72; such horses rated 50 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £38 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 2nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 22nd, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb William Hill has kindly sponsored this race They will present a memento to the winning owner and provide £75 for the Best Turned Out horse. 17 entries, 1 at £7 and 16 at £38. - Closed April 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3613; Second £1807; Third £903; Fourth £451; Fifth £226. (Penalty Value £4579.74) SS

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Fourth Race 3.15 - THE WILLIAM HILL LENGTHEN YOUR ODDS NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £4590 to the winning horse The second to receive £2154, the third £1077 and the fourth £538. for novice three yrs old. Enter by noon, April 28th and pay £35 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 2nd. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 5lb For each other race won 7lb (Where appropriate, median auction and auction Novice or Maiden races will carry the same penalty as Restricted races) (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) (Where appropriate, median auction and auction Novice and Maiden races will carry the same penalty as Restricted races). William Hill has kindly sponsored this race They will present a memento to the winning owner and provide £75 for the Best Turned Out horse. 22 entries at £35. - Closed April 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3627; Second £1813; Third £907; Fourth £453. (Penalty Value £4590) Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

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Fifth Race 3.50 - THE WILLIAM HILL PICK YOUR PLACES HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3925 to the winning horse The second to receive £1842, the third £920, the fourth £460 and the fifth £229. for three yrs old only, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £32 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £26 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 2nd. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 22nd, 2023, for each race won 6lb William Hill has kindly sponsored this race They will present a memento to the winning owner and provide £75 for the Best Turned Out horse. 30 entries, 1 at £6 and 29 at £32. - Closed April 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3097; Second £1549; Third £774; Fourth £387; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £3925.50)

1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

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Sixth Race 4.20 - THE WILLIAM HILL IN PLAY RACING HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £5888 to the winning horse The second to receive £2763, the third £1380, the fourth £690 and the fifth £344. 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). £50 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 2nd. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 22nd, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb William Hill has kindly sponsored this race They will present a memento to the winning owner and provide £75 for the Best Turned Out horse. 18 entries at £50. - Closed April 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4645; Second £2323; Third £1161; Fourth £580; Fifth £290. (Penalty Value £5888.24) SS

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Seventh Race 4.55 - THE WILLIAM HILL KEEP YOUR RACEDAY POSITIVE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3925 to the winning horse The second to receive £1842, the third £920, the fourth £460 and the fifth £229. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £32 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £26 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 2nd. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 22nd, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb William Hill has kindly sponsored this race They will present a memento to the winning owner and provide £75 for the Best Turned Out horse. The British Horseracing Authority has given permission for this race to be started with a Flip-Start starting gate. 15 entries, 1 at £6 and 14 at £32. - Closed April 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3097; Second £1549; Third £774; Fourth £387; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £3925.50)

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Eighth Race 5.25 - THE WILLIAM HILL KEEP YOUR RACEDAY POSITIVE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code. £3925 to the winning horse The second to receive £1842, the third £920, the fourth £460 and the fifth £229. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-60 (also open to such horses rated 61 and 62; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £32 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £26 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 2nd. Lowest weight 8st 9lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 22nd, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb William Hill has kindly sponsored this race They will present a memento to the winning owner and provide £75 for the Best Turned Out horse. The British Horseracing Authority has given permission for this race to be started with a Flip-Start starting gate. 14 entries, 1 at £6 and 13 at £32. - Closed April 28th, 2023. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3097; Second £1549; Third £774; Fourth £387; Fifth £194. (Penalty Value £3925.50)

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