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The Gallery Restaurant is a top class facility, ideal for couples and small groups. Tables are exclusive for the day and offer stunning, panoramic views of the entire racecourse, especially the finishing straight and winning post.
The Gallery package includes admission, together with a four course menu. However, this is extremely popular and early booking is advisable. For reservations, please call 01789 267 949.
All our bars are now serving locally produced warm hand-crafted sausage rolls, Cornish pasties, cheese & onion slices, steak slices and vegan slices. For those with a sweet tooth we also offer a selection of muffins, including chocolate, lemon and blueberry.
There are various other food outlets around the site, together with a variety of bars throughout the racecourse, serving a selection of beers, spirits, wines, champagnes and soft drinks.
Welcome to the second day of our two day fixture. We had an excellent evening meeting last night for amateur riders and we are looking forward to another great night tonight. We would especially like to thank owners and trainers who support us with runners both tonight and throughout the year If you would like more information about any of the yards supporting us today or owning a racehorse, please visit www.roa.co.uk. The ROA represents all owners from sole to syndicates and will be able to help point you in the right direction
This evenings races are being generously sponsored by several regular sponsors including; Grace & Dotty and Farmers Fresh. We also have several new sponsors including; The family of Shirley Guest and Equine America. Their support of the fixture is very much appreciated and we hope they all have an enjoyable evening. We wish to thank them for their continued support of the course and the contribution it makes towards our owners prize money.
Looking ahead we race on numerous occasions during the summer with the highlights being Family Day on Sunday 13th July and Ladies Day on Sunday 21st July We have some great offers and packages so please do visit the website for advance bookings and information Our full fixture list is on the back cover of this race card
We hope you all have an enjoyable afternoon All of us are committed to ensuring that you have a great day out. If you have any suggestions, complaints, questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contacts us. We can be reached either on the day, or later by contacting the office on 01789 267949, or by email: info@stratfordracecourse.net
With best wishes
Mrs Ilona Barnett Managing Director and Company Secretary
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All horses must parade in the Parade Ring except by permission of the Stewards, but in all cases must pass through the Ring on the way to the Post. The Management reserves the right to refuse admission to anyone and to remove any person from the Course without assigning a reason for so doing and do not accept responsibility for loss or damage to persons or their property
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Racegoers are advised that bookmakers are not obliged to pay until the ‘Weighed in’ is announced, nor to remain on the course more than 10 minutes after that announcement
Customers of the Boards and Rails bookmakers should check their itemised tickets immediately on receipt, as mistakes cannot be rectified after the “off”. Customers are reminded to retain all betting tickets until after the weigh-in, as immediate payment will be made only on production of the original ticket All tickets will remain valid for three months.
Listed below are the Jockeys & Trainers in action at today’s meeting.
Miss Gina Andrews 5.30
Harry Bannister
8.30
James Best
5.30, 6.00
James Bowen
8.30
Sean Bowen
7.00, 8.00
Connor Brace
8.00
Tom Broughton
8.00, 8.30
Jonathan Burke
5.30, 6.30, 9.00
Mr Alex Chadwick
9.00
Harry Cobden
7.30, 8.00, 9.00
James Davies
6.30
David Brace 8.00
Barry Brennan 8.30
Hayley Burton 5.30
Jennie Candlish
6.30, 9.00
Ben Case 8.30
Ben Clarke 5.30
Max Comley 9.00
Lemos De Souza 7.00
Chris Down
6.30, 9.00
Alexandra Dunn 9.00
Tom Ellis 5.30
Nikki Evans 7.00 Mark
Lilly Pinchin 9.00
Ben Poste 7.00
Charlie Price 9.00
Callum Pritchard 5.30, 9.00
Jack Quinlan 5.30, 7.00
Sean Quinlan 6.30, 9.00
Caoilin Quinn 6.00
Daniel Sansom 6.30, 7.00
Luke Scott 8.30
Gavin Sheehan 7.30
Stan Sheppard 6.00, 6.30, 8.30, 9.00
Harry Skelton 6.00, 7.00, 7.30, 8.00, 9.00
Mr Joseph Stevenson 9.00
Charlie Todd 6.00
Jack Tudor 5.30
Adam Wedge 9.00
Mr Jack Wilmot 9.00
Kielan Woods 6.30
Tabitha Worsley 7.00
Toby Wynne 6.00
Matt Sheppard 6.00, 6.30, 8.30, 9.00
Dan Skelton 6.00, 7.00, 7.30, 8.00, 9.00
A left-handed triangular shaped track, one and a quarter miles in extent, with eight fences per circuit and a run-in of 200 yards. Two tight bends and three fences in the straight make the course sharp in nature.
LEADING TRAINERS AT STRATFORD (2020-2025) WITH RUNNERS:
D SKELTON (31 wins from 120 runners, 26%) runs ASIAN STAR (6.00), JO’S RAINBOW (7.00),
WEST TO THE BRIDGE (7.30), HIDDEN HEROICS (8.00), SUPREME YEATS (9.00).
FERGAL O’BRIEN (21 wins from 116 runners, 18%) runs AJP KINGDOM (8.00).
G HANMER (20 wins from 76 runners, 26%) runs NORTHERN ROSE (6.30).
TRAINERS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
JAMES OWEN (12 wins from 41 runners, 29%) runs MY GIFT TO YOU (8.00), LARAVIE (9.00).
D O’MEARA (10 wins from 63 runners, 16%) runs ASHTOWN LAD (8.00).
MR JAMIE SNOWDEN (4 wins from 15 runners, 27%) runs UP FOR PAROL (7.30).
TOP COURSE JOCKEYS
LEADING JOCKEYS AT STRATFORD (2020-2025) WITH RIDES:
HARRY SKELTON (27 wins from 84 rides, 32%) rides ASIAN STAR (6.00), JO’S RAINBOW (7.00),
WEST TO THE BRIDGE (7.30), HIDDEN HEROICS (8.00), SUPREME YEATS (9.00).
SEAN BOWEN (24 wins from 110 rides, 22%) rides AMBERELLI (7.00), MY GIFT TO YOU (8.00).
BRIAN HUGHES (21 wins from 103 rides, 20%) rides JAYTEE (7.30), HILLSIN (9.00).
JOCKEYS IN FORM
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
SEAN BOWEN (10 wins from 39 rides, 26%) rides listed above.
JAMES BOWEN (9 wins from 22 rides, 41%) rides VILLAGE MASTER (8.30).
SEAN QUINLAN (5 wins from 21 rides, 24%) rides INTERTWINE (6.30), SCUDAMORE (9.00).
6.00 SAILED AWAY has moved from S Edmunds to B Summers; 8.00 ASHTOWN LAD has moved from O Greenall & J Guerriero to D O’Meara;
9.00 TZARMIX has moved from Mrs D Ralph to A Ralph.
LIHYAN (7.30) trained by R Menzies, Sedgefield, distance of 210 miles.
IMPERIAL MERLIN (7.30) trained by J & S Quinn, Malton, distance of 165 miles.
ASHTOWN LAD (8.00) trained by D O’Meara, Upper Helmsley, distance of 164 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 29th May
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TWO MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (2m 2f 148yds)
for novice four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £8000
Owners Prize Money Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80)
SEE PAGE 46 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 RENOIR (GB) (25) 0/2241-4 6 11 7
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Feis Ceoil (IRE)
O Octavians V
T Ben Clarke, Corscombe
B Robert Allcock
S Tote RED, BEIGE stars, RED sleeves, BEIGE cap, RED star
TIMEFORM VIEW Flat winner for Thomas Faulkner and has taken well to hurdling for his current yard, off the mark in a Hereford novices’ handicap (16.2f, good) in March. Similar form when fourth at Worcester and he should be a factor back in a novice. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 110
B g Ivanhowe (GER) - Dabaratsa (FR)
O Ballaskiggs Racing
T Ben Pauling, Naunton
P3346-5 5 11 0
B Earl de Cordelles & Earl La Dariole
S Fitzdares MAUVE, DARK GREEN chevrons, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, MAUVE stars, DARK GREEN cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed both completed starts in points and shaped with promise in a couple of bumpers this spring Didn’t show a great deal on hurdles debut but this trip is more suitable Star RatingHHHII Official
3 NATHANAEL GREENE (GB) (126) P/04P- 6 11 0
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - My Special J’s (USA)
O Alastair Ralph Racing
B Newsells Park Stud
T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth S Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
ROYAL BLUE, RED seams, RED sleeves, ROYAL BLUE seams, ROYAL BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW A useful winner on Flat (stays 2m) for William Haggas Changed hands for 45,000 gns but little promise completed starts over hurdles STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 25/1/2025 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating -
4 NEVER SEEN AGAIN (IRE) (8) 4//0-3 7 11 0
B g Epaulette (AUS) - Semiquaver (IRE)
O HUMPHREYS, BROWN & ROSE RACING B Gerry and John Rowley
T Hayley Burton, Newmarket
S Retraining of Racehorses DARK GREEN, BEIGE triple diamond, LIGHT GREEN sleeves, DARK GREEN armlets, DARK GREEN cap, BEIGE diamond
TIMEFORM VIEW Stuck to his task when fourth in an Irish bumper for Darren Bunyan in 2022 but was too free on hurdling/yard debut after 29 months off (had breathing operation during absence) at Catterick in February. Showed more for new yard when third at Worcester a week ago. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating -
5 PUBLIC ENEMY (IRE) (40) 310- 4 10 13
B g Magna Grecia (IRE) - Chibola (ARG)
O Mr Chris Baldwin
T Anthony Honeyball, Beaminster
ROYAL BLUE, BEIGE sleeves
B Mrs Anita Wigan
S geegeez.co.uk
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart Flat pedigree and was placed on the level in France prior to an encouraging hurdles debut for this yard at Taunton in February. Didn’t need to improve on that when dominant winner of 5-runner novice at Plumpton. Needs to cast aside a heavy defeat on handicap debut. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 106 REX DINGLE
6 JUBILEE GIRL (GB) (39) 5/0- 6 10 7
B m Nathaniel (IRE) - Chincoteague (IRE)
O Powell, Newman, Day, and Friends B Glebe Farm Stud
T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham S FBC Manby Bowdler
WHITE and ROYAL BLUE stripes, checked sleeves and cap
TIMEFORM VIEW Reliable and fairly useful sort on the Flat for K. R. Burke However, she jumped none too fluently starting out over hurdles for new yard at Sedgefield in February 2024 and didn’t fare that much better on last month’s return to action. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 22/4/2025 it was reported that the horse jumped left-handed Star RatingHHIII Official BHA
B m Passing Glance - Gunner Be Sweet
O Mr Melvin Haughey B Kathleen Haughey
T Tom Ellis, Rugby S Fresh Air
EMERALD GREEN, BLACK cross belts, EMERALD GREEN and YELLOW check cap.
VIEW Limited impact in bumpers 6 months apart.
8 OLD BRIDGE (FR) (14)
Ch g Born To Sea (IRE) - Aki Anyasova (FR)
O South West Rail Solutions Limited B Mrs P. Lafitte & Mr A. Edwards
T David Pipe, Wellington S W & S Recycling BLACK, ORANGE star, WHITE and ORANGE check
Showed
6-5 Old Bridge (FR), 4-1 Renoir (GB), 13-2 Public Enemy (IRE), 9-1 Never Seen Again (IRE), 14-1 Duel Au Soleil (FR), 22-1 Nathanael Greene (GB), 40-1 Jubilee Girl (GB), 66-1 Secret Pass (GB)
SUMMARY: OLD BRIDGE made a solid start for new connections when runner-up at Bangor a fortnight ago and in receipt of weight all round with this trip also in his favour, he should be a tough nut to crack. Renoir and Public Enemy look the main dangers.
TWO MILES ABOUT ONE FURLONGS (2m 213yds)
for novice five yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £8000
Owners Prize Money Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80)
SEE PAGE 46 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 MARY (IRE) (45)
B m Yeats (IRE) - Maryann (IRE)
O Eventmasters Racing
T Ian Williams, Alvechurch
2F23F0- C 6 12 0
B Mr Charles Walsh
S Eventmasters Ltd
WHITE, BLACK seams, RED and BLACK hooped sleeves, BLACK and RED hooped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Course handicap hurdle winner last summer Would have made a winning chase debut at Worcester in September but for falling at the final fence. Also fell in a listed race at Worcester on her other chase start. Sharper for a run over hurdles last month but comes with risks
2 ASIAN STAR (IRE)
B m Malinas (GER) - Wakare (IRE)
O Bullen-Smith & Faulks
3312P-5 6 11 13
B Ms Helga Moore
T Dan Skelton, Alcester S TheAir Ambulance Service (Warks &Northants), Ladbrokes
PINK, ROYAL BLUE chevron, halved sleeves.
TIMEFORM VIEW Novice hurdle winner last autumn. Off 6 months, probably needed run when last of 5 on Southwell chase debut 11 days ago Likely improver with that run behind him. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 105
(FR) (47) 1//P0121- 7 11 12
B g Sinndar (IRE) - Canzka d’Airy (FR)
O Mrs Arnold & Partner
T Gary & Josh Moore, Horsham
B Mr Claude Yves Pelsy & Elevage D’Airy
S KM Elite Products Ltd
ROYAL BLUE, RED Cross of Lorraine, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, RED spots, RED cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Has a good record when fitted with a tongue tie, including 2m handicap chase wins at Huntingdon and Warwick this spring Even an 8lb rise may not prevent him going in again.
BLACKIJO
(FR) (14) 5P45-66 6 11 0
Br g Brave Mansonnien (FR) - Chanelle Dagrostis (FR)
O Lost in the Summer Wine 2
T Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
B Mr Jean-Pierre Cordonnier
S Matt Sheppard
BLACK, large YELLOW spots, BLACK sleeves, YELLOW spots, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Winless following 8 attempts between the flags and modest form over hurdles for current yard, including 2 handicaps this month. Others preferred now chasing
5 SAILED AWAY (GER) (65) 321/343- 7 10 12
B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Sail (IRE)
O Mr Alistair Price B Gestut Gorlsdorf
T Rob Summers, Solihull
MAROON and LIGHT BLUE check, hooped sleeves
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 19.5f handicap hurdle at Huntingdon in March 2024 and has posted creditable in-frame efforts in 20.5f handicap hurdles at Market Rasen and Southwell for Stuart Edmunds this spring Drops in trip for chase and yard debut
6 ALSHADHIAN (IRE) (37) 0005- 5 10 10
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Alshadhia (IRE)
O Mr G C Myddelton & Mr V E C Taylor B Shadwell Estate Company Limited
T Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas S Swansway
BLUE and SILVER (halved), BLUE sleeves, SCARLET cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden at best on Flat (stays 1 3/4m) but no real impact in 4 starts over hurdles, including a handicap last month. Has had wind surgery ahead of this switch to fences
BETTING FORECAST:
6-5 Iskar d’Airy (FR), 7-2 Asian Star (IRE), 5-1 Mary (IRE), 13-2 Sailed Away (GER), 28-1 Blackijo Dagrostis (FR), 33-1 Alshadhian (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY: Recent dual chase winner ISKAR D’AIRY looks by far the most solid option. Dan Skelton’s Asian Star may come on for her recent chase debut after a break and is second choice.
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TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds) for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares
Total prize fund £7150
Owners Prize Money Winner £2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91)
SEE PAGE 46 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 BASILETTE (IRE) (170) 1/4240- CD 6 11 12
B m Doyen (IRE) - Bahri Sugar (IRE)
O Gee Tac Limited
B Seamus Mullins
T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury S Gee Tac Limited BLACK, ORANGE epaulets and sleeves, ORANGE cap, BLACK star
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner of sole start in bumpers here back in 2023, but she hasn’t threatened in 4 subsequent starts over hurdles (also 0-14 on the Flat since winning that bumper).
B m Montmartre (FR) - Bambouzle (FR)
O A. C. O’Keeffe
0/P405-P 7 11 9
B Diana Vasicek
T Jennie Candlish, Leek S PRA World Ltd
EMERALD GREEN, BLACK spots, WHITE sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Caught the eye on yard debut when patiently-ridden tenth at Uttoxeter in December, but it would be something of an understatement to say that she has failed to build on that since. Tongue strap applied Star
3 CLEAR STORM (GB) (24) 6P432-2 4 11 8
B f Storm The Stars (USA) - Ertiyad
O Mr J. Winfield
T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
S Green Man
DARK BLUE, ORANGE chevrons, halved sleeves and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair Flat winner for Nigel Hawke and has finished in the money 3 times from half-a-dozen starts over hurdles, including in back-to-back 16.8f Newton Abbot handicaps for new yard the last twice. Big player.
4 WINDOW OF TIME (IRE) (11) 03233-2 4 11 6
B f Zoffany (IRE) - Kiss Me Daily (FR)
O The Soldiers of Fortune IV
T Alex Hales, Edgecote
B Fair Salinia Ltd
S Winwood Construction UK Ltd
ROYAL BLUE, WHITE stars, RED and WHITE hooped sleeves, RED cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat in Ireland for Joseph O’Brien. Winless following 6 attempts in this sphere, but placed both starts since going down the handicap route, latterly finding just one too good at Huntingdon (15.8f, good), and she merits respect. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 90
5 AUNTIE MAGGIE (IRE) (20) 64P21-4 D BF6 11 6
B m Pour Moi (IRE) - Nora’s Cherry (IRE)
O Mr Bill Hawkins
T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth
ORANGE, BLACK disc, hooped sleeves, quartered cap.
B Denis Noonan
S Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when easily opening her account at Fakenham (2m, good) last month. This 9lb higher mark proved beyond her at Ludlow next time, but that was a 0-110 handicap and she’s respected now eased into a 0-95.
NORTHERN
(IRE) (28) 22050-2 BF 5 11 4
Ch m Footstepsinthesand - Becuille (IRE)
O Mr F W Dronzek & Mr C Chell
T Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall
EMERALD GREEN, RED sash, YELLOW cap.
B MCR Bloodstock Ltd
S Tote
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden over hurdles but has several creditable placed efforts to her name, not least when bumping into an improver at Uttoxeter (15.8f, good) last time Likely to be on the premises once again. Star
7 LUSSO MILAN (IRE) (20)
B m Milan - Fairy Hill (IRE)
50044-5 6 11 1
O Private Harley Street Clinic Limited B Frank Motherway
T Mark Gillard, Sherborne
PURPLE, BEIGE star and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up in a Plumpton bumper on debut, but hasn’t built on that since and she’s essentially opposable Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 79
8 PENTHOUSE POPPET (IRE) (23) 65456-3 8 10 11
B m Getaway (GER) - Conors Miracle (IRE)
O The Poppet Partnership
T Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
B Michael O’Regan
DARK BLUE, LIGHT BLUE hoop, hooped sleeves, striped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains winless both in points and under Rules (0-23 overall) and she was beaten a fair way when third of 6 over 2 3/4m here earlier this month. Hard to know whether this drop in trip will be a good or bad thing Star
9 FORMEL PARK (GB) (25)
B m Walk In The Park (IRE) - Sparron Hawk (FR)
O Mr R. E. R. Williams
T Evan Williams, Llancarfan
BLACK, WHITE hoop, BLACK sleeves, WHITE stars
U00P3-2 5 10 10
B Mr D. A. Rees-Jones
TIMEFORM VIEW Has raised her game since returning from a winter break last month, finishing third at Ludlow before chasing home easy odds-on winner Gavin at Ffos Las (15.8f, good). More needed if she’s to get the job done here, but time is still very much on her side
B m Sixties Icon - Inffiraaj (IRE)
O Mr N. Tucker
00000-U 5 10 5
B Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited
T Chris Down, Cullompton S Woodwarm Stoves
WHITE and RED diabolo, WHITE sleeves, RED armlets and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Poor maiden on Flat who has offered little over hurdles so far Failed to get beyond the first flight (unseated rider) at Warwick recently and it’s probably best to look elsewhere.
Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 68
Number of Declared Runners 10 (Exacta) Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 4, 10. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 8.
BETTING FORECAST: 10-3 Auntie Maggie (IRE), 4-1 Clear Storm (GB), 9-2 Window of Time (IRE), 5-1 Northern Rose (IRE), 8-1 Formel Park (GB), 14-1 Penthouse Poppet (IRE), 28-1 Basilette (IRE), 40-1 Lusso Milan (IRE), 50-1 What An Icon (GB), 66-1 Intertwine (FR)
RACE SUMMARY: The vote goes to CLEAR STORM, who has lost little caste in defeat both starts at Newton Abbot for her new yard the last twice and she remains on a workable mark. The selection may have most to fear from Northern Rose, but Aunt Maggie and Window of Time are also plausible dangers. 1-2-3:
The Family of Shirley Guest has generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse.
“Racing’s top priority is the safety and welfare of horse and rider” Like most sports racing carries risks, however, we work to make sure that no death or injury occurs, which could have been prevented.
Here at Stratford Racecourse we are committed to minimising risks, dealing quickly and humanely with injuries, and maintaining the highest possible quality of life for the animals in our care. At every meeting we have two specially qualified Equine Vets appointed to look after the welfare of all horses in action. There is also a British Horseracing Authority Vet in attendance.
During the race two vets follow the action from the centre of the course and can attend to a horse in the same response time as the Paramedic Teams responsible for treating the injured jockeys.
It is standard policy that in the event of a horse requiring veterinary treatment whilst on site, screens will be erected round the horse. It is designed to afford the vet and the patient some privacy. Please do not assume the worst.
We have come together today to celebrate Shirley reaching 80!
Shirley is a wonderful wife, mum and grannyshe’s an artist and sculptor, a keen tennis player, the chief cook and bottle washer aboard her boat, a spirited bridge player and fan of Thai-Chi.
Shirley - You’re a game girl!
Thank you for being the glue that holds us all together. There’s never a dull moment and there is plenty of fun and adventure still to come.
With love from your whole family XXXX
TWO MILES ABOUT HALF A FURLONG (2m 70yds)
for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares
Total prize fund
£7150
Owners Prize Money Winner
£2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91)
Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 46 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
(38) 344005- 5 11 12
B m Nathaniel (IRE) - Rainbow Dancing
O Notalotterry 2
T Dan Skelton, Alcester
RED, EMERALD GREEN star
B Kilshannig Stud
S The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes
TIMEFORM VIEW 10f Flat winner who performed well on a couple of occasions over hurdles last summer, including when fourth in a big-field handicap here. Underwhelming reappearance at Taunton following wind surgery but was easy to back that day. Not ruled out if market speaks more favourably Star
2 AMBERELLI (GB) (38) 0456- 5 11 10
Ch m Schiaparelli (GER) - Amber Cloud
O Peel Racing Syndicate
T Martin Keighley, Cheltenham
B Mr W. Kinsey
S FBC Manby Bowdler
EMERALD GREEN, PURPLE cross belts, hooped sleeves, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Steady improvement in maiden/novice company and posted best effort to date when beaten just over 5 lengths on handicap debut at Ludlow (21.2f) last month. Going the right way but faces much sharper test here.
Gr f Caravaggio (USA) - Vivere (IRE)
O Nikki Evans Racing
T Nikki Evans, Abergavenny
U33-2 4 11 9
B Rockfield Farm
S Radnor Hills
ORANGE and BLACK stripes, halved sleeves, ORANGE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Regressive on the Flat in Ireland but has managed to match her previous best in this sphere (modest form) with a couple of third placed efforts over C&D in novice/maiden company. No match for a Dan Skelton newcomer at Ludlow last time and has a bit to find on handicap debut
(GB) (30) 4/00/352- 6 11 8
B m Charming Thought - Our Gal
O Ms Fiona Donald
T Lemos De Souza, Newmarket
B Mr G. Wilding
S Class1Personnel MAROON, YELLOW sleeves, MAROON armlets, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time 10f winner on Flat. Suited by the return to sharper track/better ground when runner-up to a subsequent winner over C&D in March. Couldn’t justify favouritism back on the Flat at Yarmouth earlier this month but still ran with credit. Reverts to hurdles with solid claims.
5 SADIES DIAMOND (IRE) (66) 23F200- 6 11 7
B m Diamond Boy (FR) - Keats Queen (IRE)
O Mr Seamus Mullins
T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury
B Meadhill Stables
S We Do Vans YELLOW, GREEN striped sleeves, YELLOW cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden but was placed 3 times in handicap chases for John Joseph Hanlon last summer but keen and offered little on debut for current connections at Hereford (19.7f). Something to prove now.
6 MASONBROOK MEADOW (IRE) (24) 244P2-0 4 11 3
B f Magna Grecia (IRE) - Kathy Glory (IRE)
O THE 69 RACING TEAM
T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury
YELLOW, BLACK epaulets, striped sleeves.
B Kevin Quinn
S We Do Vans
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden on the Flat who has made the frame on each of her 5 completed starts over hurdles last season. Entitled to be sharper for recent run at Fontwell but will likely be playing for minor honours again.
7 ORGANIC (IRE) (42)
B f Land Force (IRE) - Duchy
O Mr J. Winfield
05650- 4 11 1
B Rob Tierney & GHS Bloodstock
T Neil Mulholland, Limpley Stoke S Green Man
DARK BLUE, ORANGE chevrons, halved sleeves and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW A 3-time winner up to 1 1/4m on Flat for George Boughey in 2024. Some promise in qualifying hurdle runs but has made a very low-key start in handicaps, well beaten at long odds Difficult to fancy unless market hints at a revival
8 OPTICALITY (GB) (25)
B m Coach House (IRE) - Panoptic
450/46-4 7 10 13
O Mr Paul Simmons B North Bradon Stud
T Tim Vaughan, Cowbridge S DragonBet
BLACK, EMERALD GREEN stars, WHITE sleeves, BLACK stars, WHITE cap, BLACK star
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner on Flat for Mitchell Hunt and has performed creditably back hurdling for this yard, her only blemish coming on very testing ground at Newton Abbot Should be competitive.
9 SWEET SERENE (GB)
B m Cityscape - Malindi Bay (FR)
O Ms G. Howell
B SD Faiers
00/4456- 5 10 7
T Georgie Howell, Tenbury Wells S Drill Service (Horley) Ltd YELLOW, MAUVE epaulets
TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort in bumpers (modest form) when fourth of 11 at Bangor last June but offered little over hurdles Wears tongue tie for handicap debut but needs to find significant improvement. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 69
Number of Declared Runners 9 (Exacta)
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 9. Hood worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1.
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 7.
BETTING FORECAST:
7-2 Fillyfudge (GB), 5-1 Jo’s Rainbow (IRE), Amberelli (GB), 8-1 Pomeriggio (IRE), Opticality (GB), 9-1 Masonbrook Meadow (IRE), 12-1 Sadies Diamond (IRE), 20-1 Organic (IRE), 33-1 Sweet Serene (GB)
RACE SUMMARY:
FILLYFUDGE ran about her best hurdles race when runner-up behind a subsequent winner over this C&D in March and she can open her account in this sphere at the expense of Opticality who has been running creditably over hurdles on decent ground. Jo’s Rainbow has also run well here in the past and would be interesting if the market hints at a return to form on second start following wind surgery 1-2-3:
1.FILLYFUDGE 2.OPTICALITY 3.JO’S RAINBOW (IRE) FREE form for all British and Irish meetings is available online every day at timeform.com/free
T H E FA MI LY OF SH IR LE Y GU ES T
The Family of Shirley Guest has generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse.
THREE MILES ABOUT TWO AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 2f 83yds)
for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £12650
Owners Prize Money Winner £5109; Second £2554; Third £1278; Fourth £639; Fifth £319. (Penalty Value £6680.46) Weights lowered 4lbs
SEE PAGE 46 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 WEST TO THE BRIDGE (IRE) (14) 2451-44 D 12 11 10
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Godlylady (IRE)
O Mr J. Tierney B Mr L. Dunne
T Dan Skelton, Alcester S TheAirAmbulanceService(Warks&Northants),Ladbrokes
MAROON, WHITE stripe and armlets, striped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Still capable of useful form despite his veteran status, ending near 2-year losing run at Wetherby (19.7f) in February. Far from disgraced in a couple of Uttoxeter handicaps subsequently and should continue to give a good account. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 130
2 UP FOR PAROL (IRE) (5) 3/2156-4 9 11 6
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Clarification (IRE)
O Duck Jordan Wright Dellar Doel Woodward B Mrs Deborah Hobson
T Jamie Snowden, Lambourn S BetVictor
LIGHT BLUE, BLACK stars, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, BLACK cap, LIGHT BLUE star.
TIMEFORM VIEW Back to winning ways at Ffos Las (3m, heavy) in January and bounced right back to that sort of form following 11 weeks off when excellent fourth of 12 in a handicap at Cartmel (25.4f) on Monday having been suited by the emphasis on stamina. Slightly longer trip in his favour and can go well again. Star RatingHHHHH Official BHA Rating 126 GAVIN
B g Vendangeur (IRE) - Elle Est Milan (IRE)
1302-01 7 11 5
O Bill Fraser & Adrian Pritchard B Mr S. Gorman
T Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield S Bluegrass Horse Feeds BLACK, BEIGE epaulets, armlets and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW 5-time winner over hurdles for current connections and again showed his ability to come from last to first in a falsely-run race when sprinting to victory in a 4-runner race at Huntingdon (25f) earlier this month. Yet to win off a mark this high but warrants respect in another small-field contest Star RatingHHHII
4 IMPERIAL MERLIN (IRE) (50) P/52310- 8 11 5
B g Kalanisi (IRE) - Silver Charmer
O Imperial Racing & Mr John Blackburn B Boardsmill Stud
T John & Sean Quinn, Malton
BLACK, WHITE stars, striped sleeves, BLACK cap.
S JJ Quinn Racing Ltd, Mr J N Blackburn & Mr SWinter
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended a 2-year losing run on first start following a breathing operation when landing a 0-120 at Haydock (24.3f) in March. Not for the first time made mistakes when running to a similar level back up in grade at Ayr (24.3f) the following month. May need some leniency from the handicapper. Star RatingHHHII Official BHA
5 BETHPAGE (IRE) (22) 32012-2 7 11 2
B m Getaway (GER) - Princess Knapping (IRE)
O Bonita Racing Club
B Liam O’Regan
T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough S Hatherden Horse Transport
WHITE, DARK BLUE seams, DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE armlets, WHITE and DARK BLUE quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive mare who notched fourth career win following a wind op in a 3-runnerWincanton handicap (24.7f, good) in March. Unlucky not to follow up at Cheltenham (20.3f) next time and only narrowly pipped by a fellow improver back up in trip at Market Rasen 22 days ago Solid claims under Cobden. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 122 HARRY
6 JAYTEE (GB) (489) 10P121/- D 10 11 2
Ch g Schiaparelli (GER) - Archway Copse
O Mr J. Tredwell B J. Tredwell
T Ian Williams, Alvechurch S Tote
DARK GREEN, RED sleeves, hooped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW In good order when last seen in the 2023/24 season, his 4 wins including 2 handicap hurdle victories at Doncaster (24.4f) Good record under Brian Hughes but more on his plate up in class from a career high mark following a 16-month absence. Star RatingHHIII Official BHA Rating 122
BETTING FORECAST:
3-1 Bethpage (IRE), 10-3 Lihyan (IRE), 7-2 Up For Parol (IRE), 11-2 West To The Bridge (IRE), 9-1 Jaytee (GB), 12-1 Imperial Merlin (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY:
UP FOR PAROL has developed into a fairly useful stayer and he ran a cracker in a competitive handicap at Cartmel on Monday A similar performance over the slightly longer trip can see him take this at the expense of the progressive Bethpage, who was as good as ever back in open company at Market Rasen earlier this month. Consistent veteran West To The Bridge should give another good account, 1-2-3: 1.UP
THREE MILES ABOUT THREE AND A HALF FURLONGS (3m 3f 119yds) for five yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £13650
Owners Prize Money Winner £5513; Second £2756; Third £1379; Fourth £689; Fifth £344. (Penalty Value £7208.56) Weights lowered 2lbs
SEE PAGE 46 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 YES DAY (IRE) (45)
B g Court Cave (IRE) - Jiggle Joules (IRE)
O Mr Ian Bullions
T Jonjo & A.J. O’Neill, Cheltenham
36311P- 7 11 11
B Miss Susan Scott
S Wasdell Group PURPLE, LIGHT BLUE seams and sleeves, check cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Point/hurdles winner who also scored readily over fences at Hereford and Exeter in the spring Pulled up in handicap chase at Cheltenham (28.1f, good) 45 days ago but he’s the sort to bounce back. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 16/4/2025 it was reported that the horse was never travelling Star RatingHHHII Official BHA Rating 124
2 GATS AND CO (GB) (36)
B g Dr Massini (IRE) - Vineuil (FR)
O Mr David Brace
T David Brace, Bridgend
2/PP214- 10 11 9
B Mr David Brace
S Dunraven Group of Companies BLACK, RED cross belts and armlets, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Chepstow in March and backed it up with an unlucky fourth of 8 in handicap chase there (26.2f, good to firm) 36 days ago, in control when stumbling after the last Merits serious consideration despite a 5lb weights rise Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 122
3 ASHTOWN LAD (IRE)
B g Flemensfirth (USA) - Blossom Trix (IRE)
O Thoroughbred British Racing
P/PPP0/3- 11 11 7
B R. McCarthy
T David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley S Thoroughbred British Racing DARK BLUE, YELLOW hoop
TIMEFORM VIEW Won the 2022 Becher Chase for Dan Skelton but below par since, though not disgraced on his sole run for Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero when third at Ludlow 38 days ago Needs to build on it for another new yard. Star Rating
4 HIDDEN HEROICS (FR) (22)
B g Coastal Path - Quine de Sivola (FR)
O Mr Ian Lawrence
T Dan Skelton, Alcester
1P504-3 CD 8 11 7
B Mr Mickael Fennessy
S TheAir Ambulance Service (Warks &Northants), Ladbrokes PINK, BROWN epaulets, sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Unreliable sort but he took this 12 months agon and wasn’t disgraced when third of 5 in handicap chase (16/1) at Market Rasen (23.9f, good) 22 days ago. Cheekpieces back on and needs considering.
Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 120
5 AJP KINGDOM (IRE) (22)
B g Mahler - Mattys Joy (IRE)
O The FOB Racing Partnership
T Fergal O’Brien, Cheltenham
RED, EMERALD GREEN hoop, WHITE sleeves and cap.
34213-4 8 11 6
B John Palmer
S Dunraven Group of Companies
TIMEFORM VIEW Possibly found the run coming too quickly when only fourth of 5 in handicap chase at Market Rasen (23.9f, good) 22 days ago. This fairly useful 3m2f scorer can’t be ruled out
B g Milan - Strong Roe (IRE)
O Having the craic
T Ella Pickard, Taunton
RED and BLACK stripes, diabolo on sleeves.
122P5-1 8 11 5
B Michael Moakley
S Tristan Johnson Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed winning ways on the back of breathing surgery in 8-runner handicap chase at Fakenham (29.1f, good) 25 days ago by a length from My Gift To You. Up 3lb but weighted to go close
7 MY GIFT TO YOU (IRE) (25) 41336-2 7 11 2
B g Kingston Hill - Ariels Serenade (IRE)
O LPOG 23 NH B Michael Moloney
T James Owen, Newmarket S racehorse-ownership.com WHITE, LIGHT GREEN star
TIMEFORM VIEW Got back on track reverted to chasing when length second of 8 to Stans The Man in handicap at Fakenham (29.1f, good) 25 days ago. Ought to be thereabouts. Star RatingHHHII Official
Number of Declared Runners 7 (Exacta) Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 7. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 4, 5, 7.
BETTING FORECAST:
9-4 Stans The Man (IRE), 11-4 My Gift To You (IRE), 8-1 Gats And Co (GB), 9-1 Yes Day (IRE), 10-1 Ashtown Lad (IRE), 11-1 Ajp Kingdom (IRE), 16-1 Hidden Heroics (FR) RACE SUMMARY:
None of these can be ruled out but STANS THE MAN showed the benefit of a wind op when going in at Fakenham last time and still looks ahead of his mark despite taking a 3lb weights rise. Gats And Co rates a big danger though on the back of his unlucky Chepstow fourth and last year’s victor Hidden Heroics also merits plenty of respect.
1-2-3: 1.STANS THE MAN (IRE) 2.GATS AND CO 3.HIDDEN HEROICS (FR)
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TWO MILES ABOUT FIVE FURLONGS (2m 4f 205yds)
for five yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £9150
Owners Prize Money Winner £3696; Second £1847; Third £924; Fourth £462; Fifth £231. (Penalty Value £4832.11)
Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 46 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
(36) 111P41- C D 6 12 0
Gr g Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Village Queen (IRE)
O Bryce & Eynon
B Mrs Mary F. Griffin
T Warren Greatrex, Upper Lambourn S 1Account Ltd
DARK GREEN and ORANGE (quartered), DARK GREEN sleeves, hooped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Took his record over fences to 6-8 when returning from a wind op to land 3m2f Fontwell handicap 36 days ago. Up 4lb but he’s a likely player once more. Star RatingHHHHI Official BHA Rating 114
MOODOFTHEMOMENT (IRE) (18) 1141P-5 D 8 12 0
Ch g Shantou (USA) - Mood I’m In (GER)
O Mr Barry Hawkins
T Matt Sheppard, Ledbury
B Andrew Pierce
S Matt Sheppard PINK, BLACK star, checked sleeves.
TIMEFORM VIEW Notched his third success over fences when taking Ludlow handicap (20f) in December Below form at Hereford and Worcester since though so needs to get back on track STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 13/5/2025 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled Star RatingHHHII Official
3 NICKELFORCE (IRE) (13)
B g Workforce - Nickel (IRE)
O Lovell Massey Meads Smith Walsh
T Ben Case, Banbury
311U5-2 C D 6 11 11
B Mr Neville Reid
S David Andrews Construction Limited BLACK, RED inverted triangle, sleeves and cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who resumed from 5 months off with a promising second of 5 in handicap chase here (22.6f, good) 13 days ago. Big shout off a 1lb lower mark.
4 GREAT D’ANGE (FR) (234) 24123P- 9 11 8
B g Great Pretender (IRE) - Vickx (FR)
O Mr Roger Frank Barbery
T Barry Brennan, Upper Lambourn
B Mr A. Fouilleul & Mr S. Fouilleul
S Nancekuke Lettings WHITE, ROYAL BLUE chevron, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE spots, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE spots
TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Newton Abbot in August and in good nick until pulled up in handicap chase at Ludlow (23.8f). Off 7 months and this unreliable sort needs to hit the ground running
THE
GOES ON (GB) (22) 3611F-P 6 11 2
B m Kayf Tara - Adreamstillalive (IRE)
O Upton House Stud
B Dr RDP Newland & Mr G Farmiloe
T Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich S Coulthursts Ltd
ORANGE, EMERALD GREEN and WHITE hooped sleeves, WHITE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning chase debut at Plumpton last April but only twice raced since and pulled up in handicap chase at Hereford (20.9f, good) 22 days ago. Has something to prove. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 9/5/2025 it was reported that the horse jumped slowly and never travelled. Star RatingHHIII
6 ROMANOR (GB) (16)
B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Salinia (IRE)
O Four hens and a cock
53/604-2 CD 11 11 0
B BBA 2010 Ltd
T Seamus Mullins, Amesbury S We Do Vans
BROWN, BEIGE striped sleeves, BEIGE cap, RED star.
TIMEFORM VIEW Irresolute performer overall but this C&D winner wasn’t disgraced when second of 5 in handicap chase at Fontwell (17.8f, good) 16 days ago Not ruled out
BETTING FORECAST:
2-1 Village Master (IRE), 7-2
Nickelforce (IRE), Romanor (GB), 13-2 The Dream Goes On (GB), 11-1 Great d’Ange (FR), 20-1
RACE SUMMARY:
Moodofthemoment (IRE)
Course scorer NICKELFORCE shaped well after a lay-off when a recent runner-up here and looks the way to go off a 1lb lower mark. Village Master enhanced his fine winning record over fences when going in at Fontwell last time and rates a big danger however, while veteran C&D winner Romanor can’t be ruled out either if on his A-game.
1-2-3: 1.NICKELFORCE (IRE) 2.VILLAGE
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T R A T F O R D RA CE CO UR SE Stratford Racecourse have generously sponsored this race and will kindly award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse
The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £186,065 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 29th March to 22nd June 2025
TWO MILES ABOUT SIX FURLONGS (2m 6f 7yds) for four yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £7150
Owners Prize Money Winner £2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91)
SEE PAGE 46 FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE.
1 IMPECUNIOUS (IRE) (40) 050013- 6 12 0
B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Fancytail (IRE)
O Mrs S. M. Trump B Mrs Christine Wilson
T Chris Down, Cullompton S Woodwarm Stoves BLACK, WHITE chevron and armlets, hooped cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Quirky sort who landed a gamble at Chepstow in April and improved further when third of 15 in handicap back there (23.6f, good to firm) 40 days ago, clear of rest. Should remain competitive if keeping his quirks in check
2 TZARMIX (FR) (29)
Ch g Gemix (FR) - Tzarine de La Mone (FR)
45351-P 7 12 0
O Fothergill, Lloyd & Sparey B Yvonnick Bothamy & Jean-Paul Bothamy
T Alastair Ralph, Bridgnorth S Air Conditioning Accessories Ltd
YELLOW, BLACK star, hooped sleeves and star on cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair handicap hurdler for Jonjo & A.J O’Neill but was pulled up in hunter chase at Cheltenham on debut over fences 29 days ago and now makes a swift return to hurdling Star RatingHHHII Official BHA
B g Roaring Lion (USA) - Giofra
O Mr P. Long
T Tracey Leeson, Towcester
0/100PP- 5 11 13
B Haras de la Perelle
MAROON, LIGHT BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars, LIGHT BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Pulled up in handicap hurdle (200/1) at Huntingdon (15.8f, good to soft) 42 days ago, struggling halfway Significantly up in trip Star RatingHIIII Official BHA Rating 103
4 RARE CLOUDS (GB) (46) PP4/6PF- 11 11 12
B g Cloudings (IRE) - Rare Vintage (IRE)
O Mr R. H. J. Martin
T Dan Horsford, Rockley
ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW diamonds
B Wood Farm Stud
S Rhm Horses Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to complete (fell heavily fifth) on first run since leaving Simon Earle in handicap hurdle at Southwell (24.3f, good to soft) 46 days ago. Harry Cobden booked but others look more persuasive.
5 HILLSIN (IRE) (24) 1220P-3 7 11 12
B g Hillstar - Mausin (IRE)
O Mr F. A. Clegg
T Richard Hawker, Frome
RED and WHITE (quartered), WHITE sleeves and cap.
B Con O’Keeffe
TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to form on the back of a breathing op when third of 8 in handicap hurdle (9/1) at Newton Abbot (21.6f, good) 24 days ago. Should remain competitive. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 7/5/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free Star
Ch g Nathaniel (IRE) - Long Face (USA)
O Mr N. Stockley
T Henry Oliver, Kinnersley
0P0P05- C 6 11 12
B Newsells Park Stud
DARK BLUE, WHITE stripe, DARK BLUE and PINK check sleeves, quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner but below form all 3 starts in this sphere for current yard and it was a similar story back on the Flat at Southwell last month. Star RatingHHIII
7 LARAVIE (IRE) (18)
B m Sans Frontieres (IRE) - Lohort Castle (IRE)
O Laravie Partnership
T James Owen, Newmarket MAROON, GREY hoop, hooped sleeves
62602-4 6 11 11
B Mrs Caitriona Cronin Beame
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran no more than respectably back in a handicap when fourth of 6 at Sedgefield (19.8f, firm) 18 days ago Visor on for 1st time
8 SUPREME YEATS (IRE) (283)
B g Yeats (IRE) - Supreme Bailerina (IRE)
O The Old Stag Racing SY Partnership
T Dan Skelton, Alcester
55/1B52- CD 9 11 10
B Pigeon Park Stud
S The Air Ambulance Service (Warks & Northants), Ladbrokes
DARK BLUE, YELLOW stars, YELLOW sleeves, DARK BLUE stars, DARK BLUE cap, YELLOW star.
TIMEFORM VIEW Won this race last year and ran well when second of 12 in handicap hurdle at Worcester (20f, good) on final outing 9 months ago Unlikely to be lacking for fitness given the stable he represents and must enter calculations
9 SCUDAMORE (FR) (375)
Ch g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Emirates Comfort (IRE)
O The Sunset Crew
T Jennie Candlish, Leek
31/220/5- C 8 11 8
B Woodpark Stud
S PRA World Ltd
YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE spots and sleeves, ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW quartered cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner who ran creditably when fifth at Huntingdon on final start but has missed more than a year since.
10 MACTAVISH (GB) (22) 34624-2 D 8 11 8
B g Yorgunnabelucky (USA) - On Holiday
O Mr Barry Hawkins B M. W. Easterby
T Matt Sheppard, Ledbury S Matt Sheppard
PINK, BLACK star, checked sleeves
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran well after 5 months off when second of 6 in handicap hurdle at Hereford (19.7f, good) 22 days ago, running on. In the mix with a repeat.
11 ZORAN (GB) (54) 32143/1- 8 11 5
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Filia Regina
O Owners Group 077
T Emma Lavelle, Marlborough
MAUVE, BLACK chevrons on sleeves, BLACK cap.
B Stanley House Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded a first victory over hurdles in a Southwell handicap (20.4f) in November
Added to his tally on the level at Kempton in January but underperformed there on most recent outing Returns to hurdling and remains well treated on his Flat form Star RatingHHHHI
12 LAND GIRL’S LUCK (IRE) (11) 0314-54 6 11 5
B m Workforce - Isityourself (IRE)
O Richard Bailey and Max Comley
T Max Comley, Naunton
B John Redmond
S Tote BROWN, LIGHT BLUE hooped sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed again to justify support under a positive ride in first-time cheekpieces in 17f Sedgefield mares’ maiden hurdle in April. However, hasn’t really fired in handicaps subsequently Star RatingHHIII
13 GETAWAY WITH YOU (GB) (18) 02324-3 BF 7 10 4
Ch g Getaway (GER) - Dizzy Frizzy
O The Grand Cru Partnership
B Swanbridge Bloodstock Ltd
T David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Stow-On-The-Wold S Pragnell
ROYAL BLUE and WHITE (quartered), ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE spots, WHITE and ROYAL BLUE check cap.
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to land a gamble on first run since leaving Billy Aprahamian when creditable third of 8 in handicap hurdle at Worcester (20f, good to soft, 2/1) 18 days ago Cheekpieces back on.
14 STAGE SHOW (GB) (38) 600602- 5 10 3
B g Showcasing - Floria Tosca (IRE)
O West Buckland Bloodstock Ltd
T Alexandra Dunn, Wellington
BLACK, WHITE hoops, RED sleeves and cap.
B Fittocks Stud
S Alexandra Dunn Racing Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran one of better races when second of 11 in handicap hurdle at Taunton (19f, good)
38 days ago, sticking to task. Obvious chance if backing that up
B g Dr Massini (IRE) - Grouch Onthe Couch (IRE)
O B Jones & Son
T Robbie Llewellyn, Swindon
BLACK and PINK stripes, hooped sleeves, BLACK cap.
53U40-0 9 10 2
B Mr Wayne Jones
S B Jones & Sons Tar Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2023 and beat only one home in 8-runner handicap at Newton Abbot (21.6f, good, 15/2) 24 days ago. Easily passed over.
Number of Declared Runners 15
Visor worn first time by No. 7. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 6, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 9, 10, 12, 13.
BETTING FORECAST:
13-2 Supreme Yeats (IRE), 7-1 Zoran (GB), 8-1 Impecunious (IRE), Getaway With You (GB), 17-2 Stage Show (GB), 10-1 Mactavish (GB), 14-1 Hillsin (IRE), Laravie (IRE), 18-1 Tzarmix (FR), 20-1 Scudamore (FR), 22-1 Rare Clouds (GB), Land Girl’s Luck (IRE), 33-1 Juan Bermudez (GB), 40-1 Bensini (GB), 150-1 Leading Lion (IRE)
RACE SUMMARY:
SUPREME YEATS is unlikely to be lacking for fitness given the stable he represents and remains on an exploitable mark, so he’s taken to land this event for a second successive year Zoran was a winner on his most recent outing in this sphere and remains well treated on Flat form, with Stage Show completing the shortlist following a good run at Taunton the previous month.
First Race 5.30 - THE GRACE & DOTTY NOVICES’ HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4356 to the winning horse The second to receive £2007, the third £1003 and the fourth £502. for novice four yrs old and upwards, which have not won more than two hurdle races. Enter by noon, May 26th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 29th. Weights: 4-y-o 10st 6lb; 5-y-o and up 11st Fillies and mares allowed 7lb Penalties, a winner of a hurdle race 7lb Of 2 hurdle races 12lb No allowance to take a Horse’s weight below 10st 2lb Royal Equestrian Racing Club have Grace & Dotty have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse 15 entries at £40. - Closed May 26th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3338; Second £1670; Third £834; Fourth £418. (Penalty Value £4356.80) SEE PAGE 16 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 6.00 - THE GAMBLING PRINCE NOVICES’ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4224 to the winning horse The second to receive £1944, the third £972, the fourth £486 and the fifth £242. for novice five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-110 (also open to such horses rated 111 and 112 - see Standard Conditions). £36 stake if the horse is rated 84 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 83 or lower with £29 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 29th. Penalties, after May 24th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb Gill Jones for sponsoring and presenting £50 cash prize to the member of stable staff responsible for the best turned out horse 8 entries, 1 at £7 and 7 at £36. - Closed May 26th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3231; Second £1615; Third £808; Fourth £404; Fifth £202. (Penalty Value £4224.80) SEE PAGE 20 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 6.30 - THE SHIRLEY GUEST 80TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION MARES’ NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3775 to the winning horse The second to receive £1737, the third £868, the fourth £434 and the fifth £216. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-95. £29 stake if the horse is rated 69 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 68 or lower with £23 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 29th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after May 24th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb The George & Guest Families have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 11 entries at £29. - Closed May 26th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91) SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 7.00 - THE SHIRLEY GUEST 80TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION MARES’ NOVICES’ LIMITED HANDICAP HURDLE (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3775 to the winning horse The second to receive £1737, the third £868, the fourth £434 and the fifth £216. for novice four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, Rated 0-95. £29 stake if the horse is rated 69 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 68 or lower with £23 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 29th. Lowest weight 10st 5lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after May 24th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb The George & Guest Families have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize awarded to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 11 entries at £29. - Closed May 26th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2888; Second £1444; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91) Weights raised 2lbs and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SEE PAGE 28 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 7.30 - THE CORTAFLEX FOR HORSES, DOGS & PEOPLE HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £6680 to the winning horse The second to receive £3073, the third £1536, the fourth £769 and the fifth £383. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-130 (also open to such horses rated 131 and 132 - see Standard Conditions). £56 stake if the horse is rated 104 or higher, or £11 stake if the horse is rated 103 or lower with £45 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 29th. Penalties, after May 24th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Equine Products Limited have kindly sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 9 entries, 1 at £11 and 8 at £56. - Closed May 26th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5109; Second £2554; Third £1278; Fourth £639; Fifth £319. (Penalty Value £6680.46) Weights lowered 4lbs SEE PAGE 32 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 8.00 - THE FARMERS FRESH HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £7208 to the winning horse The second to receive £3316, the third £1658, the fourth £829 and the fifth £413. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-125 (also open to such horses rated 126 and 127 - see Standard Conditions). £58 stake if the horse is rated 99 or higher, or £12 stake if the horse is rated 98 or lower with £46 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 29th. Penalties, after May 24th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb Farmers Fresh have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 10 entries at £58. - Closed May 26th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £5513; Second £2756; Third £1379; Fourth £689; Fifth £344. (Penalty Value £7208.56) Weights lowered 2lbs. SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 8.30 - THE SUPPORTING DOGS FOR GOOD HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4832 to the winning horse The second to receive £2223, the third £1111, the fourth £556 and the fifth £277. for five yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-115 (also open to such horses rated 116 and 117 - see Standard Conditions). £39 stake if the horse is rated 89 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 88 or lower with £31 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 29th. Penalties, after May 24th, 2025, for each steeple chase won 7lb Stratford Racecourse have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and award a cash prize of £50 to the stable employee in charge of the best turned out horse 10 entries at £39. - Closed May 26th, 2025. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3696; Second £1847; Third £924; Fourth £462; Fifth £231. (Penalty Value £4832.11) Weights raised 1lb and paragraph 34 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.
Eighth Race 9.00 - THE VISIT racingtv.com HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3775 to the winning horse The second to receive £1737, the third £868, the fourth £434 and the fifth £216. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105. £29 stake if the horse is rated 79 or higher, or £6 stake if the horse is rated 78 or lower with £23 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 29th. Penalties, after May 24th, 2025, for each hurdle race won 7lb Racing TV has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner and a £50 cash prize to the stable employee responsible for the best turned out horse 26 entries at £29. - Closed May 26th, 2025. OwnersPrizeMoney.Winner£2888;Second£1444;Third£722;Fourth£361; Fifth £180. (Penalty Value £3775.91) SEE PAGE 42 FOR THIS RACE.
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