Thirsk Racecard - Saturday 20th April

SATURDAY 20TH APRIL 2024

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ABHAATH (USA) (27)

Br B c Hard Spun (USA) - Above Perfection (USA)

1.

11.

9-2 (1)

Antioco Murgia J

O Godolphin Saeed bin Suroor, Newmarket T

B Santa Rosa Partners EMIRATES S

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

CD = Course & Distance Winner

D = Distance Winner

BF = Beaten Favourite Last Time Out

13. BHA Rating

14. Star Rating

STAR RATINGS 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.

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FIRST

RACE | 3.45 5f THE DOWNLOAD THE VICKERS.BET APP EBF FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)

for novice two yrs old fillies ¨ Total prize fund £9000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3840, 2nd £1920, 3rd £960, 4th £480. (Penalty Value £4860)

Race Description

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

Leading course trainer (19-24): T Easterby (40 wins from 486 runners, 8%) runs MARAJITO & UNMISTAKEABLE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Alice Haynes (4 wins from 25 runners, 16%) runs INNOCENT SETTLER & NAANA’S DIAMOND Longest Traveller: LI BAN trained by D F Davis, Lambourn, 222 miles.

Br B f Time Test - Angelic Note (IRE) Billy Garritty J

O Tomlinson Racing 2023

Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T

B B. V. Sangster Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Foaled January 27.4,000 gns yearling,TimeTest filly.Half-sister to several winners,including smart 1m-13f winner Mankayan and useful 11f-13.3f winner Koeman.Dam maiden (stayed 1 1/4m). TFR##!!! BHA2

Br B f Soldier’s Call - Rachel Wall (IRE)

O Mrs Anne Atkinson and Mr H D Atkinson

Connor Beasley J

David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T

B Knocklong House Stud Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEWFoaledMarch6.€52,000yearling,Soldier’sCallfilly.Dam,madeframeat6fat2yrsononlystart,half-sister to smart winner up to 6fWaady. TFR##!!! BHA3 I CAN BOOGY (GB) (-)

Br B f Twilight Son - Accolade

O D. CASLIN & P. WILCOCK

9-2 (2)

Rowan Scott J

Nigel Tinkler, Malton T

B Accolade Partnership Alexanders York S

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 20. 6,000 gns foal, £42,000 yearling, Twilight Son filly. Half-sister to 5f winner

Lady Lade and 6f winner Spirit ofApplause Dam unraced due to injury. TFR###!! BHA4

INDICATION EMBER (GB) (28) 3

Br Ch f Mayson - Graine de Maille (IRE)

O Nick Bradley Racing 19 and partner

9-2 (9)

Sam James J

Grant Tuer, Northallerton T

B Bumble Bloodstock Ltd Indication Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEWPromisingindividual.22/1,thirdof15intheBrocklesbyatDoncaster(5f,heavy)ondebut28daysago. Likely to improve but mixed messages about strength of that form.

TFR####! BHA5 INNOCENT SETTLER (IRE) (-)

Br B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Soineanta (IRE)

O Nick Bradley Racing 41 and A Haynes

9-2 (4)

Jason Hart J

Alice Haynes, Newmarket T

B Pedro & Antonio Lemos & Diego Dias Coral Racing Limited, Indication Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW FoaledApril 13.€16,000 foal,€32,000 yearling,Sioux Nation filly.Dam,maiden (stayed 1m),half-sister to smart winner up to 1 1/4m (probably stays 1 1/2m) FlyingVisit out of useful 7f-10.5f winner Fionnuar.Tongue tie on for debut. TFR###!! BHA6 LI BAN (IRE) (-)

Br B f Prince

9-2 (1)

FoaledMarch25.130,000gnsyearling,PrinceofLirfilly.Sistertowinnerupto6fStraitsofMoyleandhalf-sistertowinner

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

8

9

MISS LAMAI (IRE) (-)

Br B f Mehmas (IRE) - Tough Spirit (IRE)

O Mr C. R. Hirst

B Denis McDonnell

9-2 (11)

Shane Gray J

K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

KB Spigot Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWFoaledMarch19.€90,000foal,115,000gnsyearling,Mehmasfilly.Half-sisterto6f/7fwinnerSeismicSpirit and 5f winner Spirit of Camelot. TFR####! BHA-

MONEY POCKETS (GB) (-)

Br B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Royal Silk

O

Mr P. J. Turner

B Anne Kirby

10

11

9-2 (6)

Luke Morris J

Martin Dunne, Newmarket T

TIMEFORMVIEW Foaled March 31.HarryAngel filly.Half-sister to winner up to 7f Iesha. TFR##!!! BHA-

NAANA’S DIAMOND (IRE) (-)

Br B f Invincible Army (IRE) - Riptide Wave (IRE)

9-2 (12)

Kieran O’Neill J

O Mr John Hall Alice Haynes, Newmarket T

B Yeomanstown Stud Coral Racing Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW Foaled March 6.€30,000 yearling,InvincibleArmy filly.Dam unraced out of Prix de Sandringham/Prix Chloe winner Rock Me Baby. TFR###!! BHA-

SOLID BOND (IRE) (-)

Br B f Profitable (IRE) - Flick Show (IRE)

9-2 (10)

Harrison Shaw J

O Mr J. N. Blackburn Declan Carroll, Malton T

B J. & S. Quigley

TIMEFORMVIEW Foaled February 17.15,000 gns foal,10,000 gns yearling,Profitable filly.Sister to winner up to 5.7f SwiftAsset. Dam unraced out of useful winner up to 6f (2-y-o 5f/6f winner)Velvet Flicker

(-)

9-2 (5)

Br Ch f Bungle Inthejungle - Breakable Duran Fentiman J

O Ryedale Partners No 9 Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Habton Racing Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORMVIEW FoaledApril 28.Bungle Inthejungle filly.Half-sister to 7.4f/1m winner Revoquable Dam 7f/1m winner TFR##!!! BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 12 2023: SERGEANT WILKO (IRE) 2 9 7 Tom Eaves 2-1 (Kevin Ryan) 7 ran Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 5.

Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Indication Ember (GB), 7-2 Li Ban (IRE), 6-1 Miss Lamai (IRE), 14-1 Naana’s Diamond (IRE), 18-1 I Can Boogy (GB), Innocent Settler (IRE), 22-1 Marajito (GB), 25-1 Blueandtangerine (GB), Drifter (IRE), Solid Bond (IRE), Unmistakeable (GB), 33-1 Money Pockets (GB) PLAY

Given her connections LI BAN, a 130,000 gns purchase as a yearling, is sure to know her job so a winning debut in an ordinary-looking novice would come as no surprise. The Brocklesby at Doncaster hasn’t worked out that well so far but Indication Ember did beat most of her rivals when third and that experience puts her right in this. Miss Lamai is another to consider

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SECOND RACE | 4.20 5f

THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED DAILY AT VICKERS.BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

for three yrs old ¨ Total prize fund £18000

Owners Prize Money. 1st £7681, 2nd £3839, 3rd £1921, 4th £959. (Penalty Value £9720) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.

Race Description This is a five furlongs handicap race for three-year-olds which have been rated from 71 to 90. In a handicap the weight that each of the runners carries is determined by their official handicap rating which is based on their level of form shown so far The aim is to ensure competitive racing by asking the higher rated horses to carry more weight than a lower rated rival As a guide, horses rated 40 tend to be at the lower end of the scale whilst the very best performers would be rated as high as 130.

Leading course trainer (19-24): T Easterby (40 wins from 486 runners, 8%) runs STASH THE CASH

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K Ryan (3 wins from 17 runners, 18%) runs SERGEANT WILKO

Fancy That: M Dods won this race in 2014 and 2017. The stable runs MIDNIGHT LIR today

Longest Traveller: CURIOUS ROVER trained by K Scott, Galashiels, 139 miles.

1 G’DAY MATE (GB) (22) 50-0430

Br B c Havana Grey - Scarlet Ribbons Luke Morris J

O J & A Young (Leicester) Ltd

Michael Appleby, Oakham T

B Manor Farm Stud (Rutland) Jayplas S TIMEFORMVIEW Eighth of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (6f, 25/1) 22 days ago That was a backward step but he’s a player on his Lingfield run prior to that. TFR##!!!

2 CURIOUS ROVER (IRE) (173) 212122-D 9-8 (6)

Br B g The Irish Rover (IRE) - Only Live Once

O URSA Major Racing Ltd and Partner

Oisin Orr J

Katie Scott, Galashiels T

B Aidan Sexton Overlander Vehicles, Adra Projects Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Good second of 8 in nursery (7/2) at Newcastle (5f).Off 173 days and gelded.May yet have more to offer as a 3-y-o TFR###!!

3 MIDNIGHT LIR (IRE) (190) 212410-D 9-7 (2)

Br B g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Kerineya (IRE)

O Denton Hall Racing Ltd

Connor Beasley J

Michael Dods, Darlington T

B Padraig Williams Denton Hall Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Last of 9 in nursery atYork (5f,heavy,17/2).Off 6 months and has no margin for error from this mark. TFR##!!! BHA87

4 SERGEANTWILKO (IRE)

Co Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner.3/1,career best when winning 5-runner handicap at Newcastle (6f) 28 days ago,well ridden. Assessor reacted with 7lb back on turf but he’s clearly in good order TFR###!! BHA85

Mrs Louise Quinn JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Two wins from 5 runs last year 11/2,seventh of 8 in nursery at Newcastle (5f).Off 173 days and needs to return an improved performer to defy this mark. TFR##!!! BHA83

6 MINI MAGNA (IRE) (20) 120-526D 9-3 (1)

Br B g Magna Grecia (IRE) - Purple Glow (IRE)

O Mrs C. Brittain

B W. Maxwell Ervine

Cam Hardie J

Antony Brittain, Warthill T

TIMEFORMVIEW Two wins from 6 runs last year Last of 6 in handicap at Southwell (5f,14/1) 20 days ago,possibly amiss TFR##!!! BHA83

7 MOONSTONE BOY (IRE) (20) 222-212D

Br

9-3 (8)

8 WINGED MESSENGER (GB) (201) 0221-D

Br B g Postponed (IRE) - Equimou

O BLAND , HALL & CAMACHO

8-7 (10)

Saffie Osborne J

Julie Camacho, Malton T

B Mr Edwin S. Phillips McIvors.co.uk S

TIMEFORMVIEW Career best when winning 5-runner maiden at Hamilton (5f,soft,11/10),always holding on.Off 6 months Makes handicap debut.More required. TFR###!! BHA73

9 STASHTHE CASH (IRE) (17) 045-1D

8-6 (3)

Br B g Profitable (IRE) - Appreciating J

O HP Racing Stash The Cash & Ptr

Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Clara Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORMVIEW Left juvenile form well behind when winning 8-runner handicap at Catterick (5f,heavy) 17 days ago Looks competitive on form even after 8lb rise TFR####! BHA72

10 KENDALL ROY (GB) (5) 0001-1D

8-4 (in 6lb ex) (4)

Br B g Twilight Son - Procedure Silvestre De Sousa J

O R Kent/K McGivern/J Schwartz/D Creighton Miss Kate McGivern, Ireland T

B The Procedure Partnership

TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 7-runner handicap (7/1) at Windsor (5.1f, good) 5 days ago, forging clear Carries penalty and looks ahead of the game TFR##### BHA63

DECLARED RUNNERS 10 2023: DEMOCRACY DILEMMA (IRE) 3 9 4 Hollie Doyle 9-2 (David Evans) 13 ran Tongue Strap worn by No. 10. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 2.

Stewards Note:

MIDNIGHT LIR: Following its run on 13/10/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Kendall Roy (GB), 7-2 Sergeant Wilko (IRE), Moonstone Boy (IRE), 6-1 Curious Rover (IRE), 9-1 Winged Messenger (GB), 14-1 Midnight Lir (IRE), 20-1 G’Day Mate (GB), 25-1 Due For Luck (IRE), 50-1 Mini Magna (IRE)

KENDALL ROY is 1lb “wrong” under a penalty for Monday’s Windsor romp but such was the impression he created that day, he looks more than capable of going in again. Moonstone Boy, a recent winner at Southwell, is on the up and can rate as a big threat. Sergeant Wilko can complete the placings.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.KENDALL ROY 2.MOONSTONE BOY (IRE) 3. SERGEANT WILKO (IRE)

STALLS

THIRD RACE | 4.55

THE JOIN THE VICKERS.BET FREE BET CLUB MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE)

for maiden three yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3414, 2nd £1706, 3rd £854, 4th £426. (Penalty Value £4320)

Race Description

This race is a seven furlongs maiden stakes for three-year-olds and upwards Maiden races provide a starting point for young horses that are yet to record a victory and most will be very lightly raced or be making their racecourse debuts Previous experience can count for a lot when searching for the winner but well-bred or precocious juveniles are more than capable of landing the prize at the first time of asking.

Leading course trainer (19-24): T Easterby (40 wins from 486 runners, 8%) runs EVELYN’S PHOENIX & GEORGIE WOOSTER & MYSTERYOFTHESANDS

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (5 wins from 37 runners, 14%) runs GHAIHABAN

Longest Traveller: GHAIHABAN trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, 239 miles.

O Rakjam Ltd Declan Carroll, Malton T

B Mountain View Stud TIMEFORMVIEW In need of experience when well held in maiden/minor event.Significantly up in trip

Br B g Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Pebbles Place Duran Fentiman J

O Mr John R. Saville Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Mr Sam Sangster Easthorpe Hall Stud S TIMEFORMVIEW Offered little when ninth of 11 in minor event (80/1) at Catterick (7f,heavy) on debut 17 days ago TFR#!!!!

O Rakjam Ltd Declan Carroll, Malton T

B Natton House Thoroughbreds Ltd

- Classic Legend James Sullivan J

O MULES RACING

B Mountarmstrong Stud

Tim Easterby, Malton T

TIMEFORMVIEW Hinted at ability first time up when seventh of 13 in maiden at Newcastle (8f) on debut 12 days ago, not knocked about.Entitled to do better but may be one for the longer term. TFR###!! BHA5 MYSTERYOFTHESANDS (GB) (17) 0-3

Br B g Footstepsinthesand - Intrigue

O Ryedale Partners No 4

3 9-3 (4)

David Allan J

Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORMVIEW 40/1,showed more than on debut when third of 11 in minor event at Catterick (7f,heavy) 17 days ago,not knocked about. TFR###!! BHA6 NEVER SO BRAVE (IRE) (274) 22- 3 9-3 (2)

Br B c No Nay Never (USA) - Chica Whopa (IRE)

O Mr Saeed Suhail

B C. O. P. Hanbury

Saffie Osborne J

Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket T

TIMEFORMVIEWPromisingtypewhoimprovedonhisdebutformwhensecondof11inmaidenatNottingham(6.1f,soft,2/1), running on.Off 9

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

8

SCARFO (IRE) (207) 06-

Br Ch

g Soldier’s Call - Midsummer Breeze

O Silver Ring Syndicate

B Camogue Stud Ltd

9

3 9-3 (1)

Harry Russell J

John & Sean Quinn, Malton T

JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Well held in maiden/minor event.Off 6 months First run for yard after leaving John Quinn. TFR#!!!! BHA-

SWIFT STORM (IRE) (173) 3-

Br B c Invincible Army (IRE) - Living Art (USA)

O Amo Racing Limited

3 9-3 (6)

Silvestre De Sousa J

Dominic Ffrench Davis, Lambourn T

B Gerard Mullins Sports Invest UK Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped with plenty of promise when third of 12 in minor event (5/1) at Newcastle (7.1f) on debut, not knocked about.Off 173 days First run for yard after leavingAlice Haynes Will improve TFR####! BHA10

CAPELLINA (GB) (212) 45-

Br Ch f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Holley Shiftwell

O Mr P Appleton & Mrs Anne Elliott

3 8-12 (11)

Cam Hardie J

Michael Dods, Darlington T

B J. W. Parry Denton Hall Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Twice-raced filly. 18/1, fifth of 11 in minor event atAyr (7.2f, good to soft). Off 7 months Remains open to progress but could be more one for handicaps after this TFR##!!! BHA11

GHAIHABAN (GB) (27) 22-3

Br B f Too Darn Hot - Al Mahmeyah

O Mr Salem Rashid Bin Ghadayer

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

3 8-12 (3)

Jason Watson J

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

TIMEFORMVIEWRanbelowthepickofher2-y-oformwhenthirdof7inminoreventatDoncaster(7f,soft)27daysago. Needs to get back on track. TFR###!! BHA79 12

MONEYPIECE (GB) (326) 0-

Br Ch f Cracksman - Dragon Beat (IRE)

O NSL Investments Limited

B Craig & Laura Buckingham

3 8-12 (10)

Connor Beasley J

Michael Dods, Darlington T

TIMEFORMVIEWSentoff5/1butprovedverygreenwhenonlyseventhof12inmaidenatRedcar(6f,goodtofirm,5/1) on debut.Off 10 months. TFR##!!! BHA-

DECLARED RUNNERS 12

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Probable S.P’s: 5-6 Never So Brave (IRE), 11-2 Swift Storm (IRE), 6-1 Ghaihaban (GB), 18-1 Mysteryofthesands (GB), 22-1 Phoenix of Dreams (IRE), 28-1 Capellina (GB), 33-1 Georgie Wooster (IRE), 50-1 Moneypiece (GB), 80-1 Scarfo (IRE), 100-1 Damisa (IRE), 150-1 Evelyn’s Phoenix (FR), Faris Flyer (GB)

NEVER SO BRAVE was unlucky to bump into subsequent Group 1 winner Vandeek at Nottingham on his most recent outing in July and is the clear pick on that form. Swift Storm produced a promising first effort at Newcastle in October and is preferred to Ghaihaban for forecast purposes.

MEDIAN & RECORD TIME

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FOURTH

THE VICKERS.BET EBF MICHAEL FOSTER CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 3)

for four yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £18000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £7313, 2nd £3658, 3rd £1829, 4th £914, 5th £457. (Penalty Value £9277.20)

Race Description

This race is a seven furlongs conditions stakes for four-year-olds and upwards

The runners in this type of race are subject to specific conditions that often revolve around age or sex, or confine the race to horses that have yet to win above a particular level In this instance, this race is restricted to horses who are E.B.F eligible and have not won a Pattern race after April 30th, 2023.

Leading course trainer (19-24): R Fahey (34 wins from 239 runners, 14%) runs RAMAZAN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (4 wins from 35 runners, 11%) runs HOLLOWAY BOY

Fancy That: R Fahey won this race in 2015, 2017, 2018 and 2021. The stable runs RAMAZAN today

Longest Traveller: SHARTASH trained by A Watson, Upper Lambourn, 221 miles.

Br

or Br g Muhaarar - Go Lovely Rose (IRE)

O Amo Racing Limited

B Knocktoran Stud

TIMEFORM VIEWWon International Handicap atAscot in July and produced a smart handicap performance when following up over 6.5f at the Doncaster St Leger meeting.SeemedamissintheBalmoralHandicapandunderperformedonhisreturnatDoncasterbutthisstepbackupintripoughttosuit. TFR####! BHA104 2

Br

3

4

J

O KHK Racing Richard Fahey, Malton T

B Mr M. Al Naemi

TIMEFORMVIEW Big improver towards the end of last season, landing a valuable Chepstow handicap before finding only one too good inAyr Gold Cup and Redcar listed event final 2 outings Big chance if returning in similar form. TFR##### BHA105

RHOSCOLYN (GB) (182) 010150-D

Br B g Territories (IRE) - Zeyran (IRE)

6 9-8 (2)

Jason Watson J

O The Horse Watchers David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Mrs J. E. Laws Timeform S

TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulgelding.Threewinsfrom13runslastyear FoundrunofgoodformcomingtoahaltatAscotonfinaloutingbuteasyto forgive that given a busy campaign.Has had a breathing operation ahead of return and has a bit to find on these terms TFR###!! BHA98

HOLLOWAY BOY (GB) (28) 233/04-4D

Br Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Sultry

O Mr Nick White & Mrs E Burke

B Cheveley Park Stud Limited

4 9-4 (1)

Sam James J

K. R. Burke, Leyburn T

KB Spigot Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWDebutwinnerinCheshamatRoyalAscotin2022.Seenjusttwicelastseason,disappointinginIrish2000Guineasbeforerunninguptohisbest withheadgearleftoffwhenfourthof15inJerseyStakes GeldedpriortorunningbelowforminDoncasterListedeventonreturn. TFR###!! BHA109

5 SHARTASH (IRE) (209) 4/45406- 4 9-4 (5)

Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Shamreen (IRE)

Luke Morris J

O Weldspec Glasgow Limited Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn T

B His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.

TIMEFORMVIEW

Weldspec Baku Limited S

Usefulgeldingwhounderperformedwhenawell-heldsixthof9intheRenaissanceStakes(9/1)attheCurragh(6f,heavy) on final outing.Off 6 months/gelded.First run for yard after leaving John Patrick Murtagh for €150,000. TFR###!! BHA107

DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2023: SPYCATCHER (IRE) 5 9 1 Pierre-Louis Jamin 7-2 (K R Burke) 7 ran

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

Running for the first time since Gelding No. 5. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3.

Probable S.P’s: 7-4 Ramazan (IRE), 7-2 Baradar (IRE), 4-1 Holloway Boy (GB), 9-2 Shartash (IRE), 14-1 Rhoscolyn (GB)

RAMAZAN improved in leaps and bounds towards the end of last season and can take this if returning in similar form. Baradar ought to be suited by the return to 7f and is second choice.

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.RAMAZAN (IRE)

FIGURES IN BRACKETS

The figure in brackets after each horses name indicates the days since it last ran.

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FIFTH RACE | 6.05

THE HAPPY 19TH BIRTHDAY LILY WATKINSON HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV I)

for four yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20)

Race Description This is a six furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 56 to 75. To qualify for a handicap rating horses must have run at least three times in a Flat race in Britain, or have run in no more than two Flat races run in Britain and won at least one of them. This rating then dictates the weight to be carried in a handicap In simple terms a horse rated 75 in this particular race would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 70.

Leading course trainer (19-24): T Easterby (40 wins from 486 runners, 8%) runs MUSIC SOCIETY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Tuer (2 wins from 17 runners, 12%) runs MERSEA

Weightwatcher: DANDY SPIRIT won off a handicap mark of 68, his rating is now down 10lb to 58.

Longest Traveller: SOCIETY LION trained by E Dunlop, Newmarket, 185 miles.

A. Knox and Mrs M. A. Knox Overlander Vehicles S

TIMEFORMVIEW Three wins from 11 runs last year Creditable third of 10 in handicap (5/1) at Catterick (6f,heavy) 17 days ago

One to consider TFR###!! BHA75

3 MUSIC SOCIETY (IRE) (182) 050063-D

Br Gr g Society Rock (IRE) - Absolutely Cool (IRE)

O Richard Taylor & Philip Hebdon

9 9-8 (10)

David Allan J

Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Pier House Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S

TIMEFORMVIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2022. 5/1, third of 5 in handicap at Catterick (6f, heavy), merely closing up late Off 6 months Will probably strip fitter for this TFR##!!! BHA74

4 IMPRESSOR (IRE) (17) 13123-5D

Br B g Footstepsinthesand - Little Empress (IRE)

7 9-7 (1)

Rowan Scott J

O Mr J Toes & Mr J O’Loan Phillip Makin, Leyburn T

B Cottage Bloodstock Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Four wins from 13 runs last year.10/1,below form fifth of 10 in handicap at Catterick (6f,heavy) 17 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. TFR##!!! BHA73

5 THANKUAPPRECIATE (GB) (203) 234503-D 4 9-7 (6)

Br B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Illusions

Harrison Shaw J

O MISS TRACEY MANN & MR JOHN PINCKNEY Declan Carroll, Malton T

B Bearstone Stud Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Below form third of 8 in handicap at Chester (5.1f, heavy, 11/1), never nearer.Off 6 months.Worth a market check. TFR###!! BHA73

6 KING’S CROWN (IRE) (194) 000034-CD 4 9-6 (2)

Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Textured (IRE)

Connor Beasley J

O Mr Dave Stone Michael Dods, Darlington T

B Mountarmstrong Stud STS Group Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Respectable fourth of 10 in handicap (8/1) at Pontefract (6f,good to soft),doing too much too soon.Off 6 months Worthy of respect for all that he may need the run. TFR###!! BHA72

7 MERSEA (FR) (9) 006-621D

Br B f Born To Sea (IRE) - Bolga Bere (FR)

O Nick Bradley Racing 19 and partner

B E.A.R.L. Haras

4 9-5 (13)

Sam James J

Grant Tuer, Northallerton T

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

8 DARK KESTREL (IRE) (76) 000-320D

Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Goodnight And Joy (IRE)

Cam Hardie J

O Mr Antony Brittain Antony Brittain, Warthill T

B Paul McCartan

TIMEFORMVIEW Tenth of 11 in handicap (11/1) at Newcastle (5f) 76 days ago Needs to bounce back. TFR##!!! BHA71

9 HUDDLE UP (IRE) (27) 33330-3DBF

6 9-4 (7)

Br Ch g Anjaal - Red Red Rose Callum Rodriguez J

O Harrowgate Bloodstock Ltd

David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T

B Mrs Anne Marie Burns Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2021.Respectable third of 10 in handicap (11/4) at Doncaster (5f,soft) 27 days ago Not dismissed. TFR###!! BHA70 10 COLD STARE (IRE) (50) 040-006D

Br B g Intense Focus (USA) - Ziria (IRE) David Nolan J

O Middleham Park Racing XC

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B Dubois Holdings Ltd Middleham Park Racing S TIMEFORMVIEW 28/1,bit

Br

O Mr Paul L. Drinkwater

Jason Hart J

Tristan Davidson, Carlisle T

B Dominick Glennane D & D Industrial Coatings Ltd, Jewson Limited S

TIMEFORM VIEW 11/2, didn’t need to improve to win

Acclamation - Free Rein Luke Morris J

O Mr S. Rain Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor T

B Car Colston Hall Stud Swr Trading Limited, Probio Energy International Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Three wins from 12 runs last year 4/1,bit below form sixth of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 12 days ago. TFR##!!! BHA61

13 DANDY SPIRIT (IRE) (11) 50000-0D 7 8-6 (8)

Br B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Spirit of Grace William Pyle (5) J

O Mr R. G. Fell Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton T

B Ms Mary Kennedy Holme Lane Haulage Limited, OR8 Wellness S

TIMEFORMVIEW 28/1,ninth of 13 in handicap at this C&D (heavy) 11 days ago Has work to do TFR##!!! BHA58

DECLARED RUNNERS 13

2023: MAPLE JACK 5 9 5 Graham Lee 11-4 (Julie Camacho) 11 ran Hood worn by No. 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 8, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6, 10, 12. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 8.

Stewards Note:

THANKUAPPRECIATE: Following its run on 30/9/2023 it was reported that the horse was slowly away.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Mersea (FR), 5-1 Slainte Mhath (GB), 11-2 Huddle Up (IRE), 8-1 Secret Road (IRE), 11-1 Thankuappreciate (GB), 16-1 King’s Crown (IRE), Rainbow Rain (GB), 20-1 Music Society (IRE), Impressor (IRE), 33-1 Dark Kestrel (IRE), 40-1 Dandy Spirit (IRE), 50-1 Cold Stare (IRE), 66-1 Society Lion (GB)

MERSEA battled well to score at Southwell last time and, from a handy draw in 13, she’s worth a chance to defy a small rise with a fitness edge over plenty. Slainte Mhath and Huddle Up also arrive on the back of solid efforts and are others to consider

MEDIAN & RECORD TIME

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PLAY SMARTER

SIXTH

THE HAPPY 19TH BIRTHDAY LILY WATKINSON HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV II)

for four yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20)

Race Description

Some races can often prove very popular with owners and trainers and as a result more horses are declared to run than the official safety limit allows for To avoid horses being denied a run which is obviously disappointing for connections, the British Horseracing Authority has allowed the previous race to be split into two divisions, with each contest carrying identical race conditions

Leading course trainer (19-24): R Fahey (34 wins from 239 runners, 14%) runs MINNESOTA LAD Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Fahey (4 wins from 15 runners, 27%) runs MINNESOTA LAD Longest Traveller: MISS BELLA BRAND trained by I Gansera-Leveque, Newmarket, 185 miles.

Br Ch g Camacho - Practicallyperfect (IRE)

O Mr R W Hislop Tristan Davidson, Carlisle T

B

McDonnell

Twowinsfrom4runslastyear 33/1,sixthof9inhandicapatNewcastle(5f)38daysago

2 WILLIAM DEWHIRST (IRE) (48) 63316-0CD

Br B g Sioux Nation (USA) - Two Pass (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J

O Widdup, Nicol, Cleevely, Tocher, Barclay Ben Haslam, Middleham T

B Summerhill & Camas Park Spec-Tran S

TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner Ninth of 11 in handicap (28/1) at Newcastle (6f) 48 days ago Others are more persuasive for all that his stable is going well TFR##!!! BHA74

3

MINNESOTA LAD (IRE) (170) 542402- 4 9-8 (8)

Br Ch g Sioux Nation (USA) - Lady Sandy (IRE)

O The Oysters Catchers Partnership

B Aidan Fogarty

4

Oisin Orr J

Richard Fahey, Malton T

Richard Fahey Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Creditable second of 12 in handicap (7/1) at Wolverhampton (6.1f), finishing best.Potentially well treated if he’s tuned up for this after 170 days off TFR###!! BHA74

MERESIDE DIVA (IRE) (183) 241621-D

4 9-7 (11)

Br Ch f Ivawood (IRE) - Mujaesce (ITY) Callum Rodriguez J

O Mereside Racing Limited & partner David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T

B Declan Patrick Coogan Kingston Thermal Ltd. S

TIMEFORMVIEWTwo wins from 6 runs last year.11/4,career best when winning 8-runnerhandicap at Redcar (6f,heavy),suited by emphasis on stamina.Off 6 months Well

O M. Hebbard & L.Blackmore

B R. A. G. Robinson

Silvestre De Sousa J

Mrs Ilka Gansera-Leveque, Newmarket T

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 12 runs last year Latest win at Kempton in November 25/1, last of 10 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 23 days ago.Visor on 1st time.Others make more appeal. TFR##!!! BHA72

6 SHANDY STAR (IRE) (27) 00420-6D

4 9-6

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

O Withernsea Thoroughbred Limited

Jason Watson J

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

B S. A. Douch Tiffin Sandwiches Limited S

TIMEFORMVIEW11/2,creditable third of 9 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 9 days ago,nearest finish.Chance if rediscovering old form. TFR####! BHA72

Br Ch g Mayson - Emblaze

O The Smart Emblaze Partnership

David Nolan J

Bryan Smart, Hambleton T

B Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Creditable fourth of 13 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f,10/3) 20 days ago May

E Huin Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T

B Edmond Kent Gemma Tutty Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW Seventh of 10 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f,22/1) 23 days ago,not knocked about.On a reasonable mark and should strip fitter

Mr P R Blackett, M Dods

B P. Henley,E. McDonnell & Pattern B/S

Michael Dods, Darlington T

Denton Hall Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 17 Flat runs. 17/2, ninth of 13 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f)

Hall

O Hard Held Partnership and Angus Racing

B Highfield Farm LLP

TIMEFORMVIEW Creditable second of 12 in handicap (22/1) at Newcastle (6f),well drawn.Off

Br B g Adaay (IRE) - Place In My Heart

O Made Profiles Ltd & Partner

William Pyle (5) J

Peter Niven, Malton T

P D Niven Racing Ltd S

Cam Hardie J

Antony Brittain, Warthill T

B Whitsbury Manor Stud Made Profiles Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWC&D winner Thirty six runs since last win in 2022.Tenth of 13 in handicap at this C&D (heavy,7/2) 11 days ago, slowly away.Needs to get back on track. TFR##!!! BHA56

DECLARED RUNNERS 13

2023:(See Div 1)

Visor worn first time by No. 5. Blinkers, Eyeshields worn by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 7. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No. 13. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 8, 11.

Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Gulliver (GB), 11-2 Mereside Diva (IRE), 13-2 Minnesota Lad (IRE), 15-2 Blazing Son (GB), 10-1 Harry’s Halo (IRE), 16-1 Shandy Star (IRE), Lord Abama (IRE), Asadjumeirah (GB), 20-1 Hurstwood (GB), 22-1 Patontheback (IRE), 28-1 Our Absent Friends (IRE), 33-1 William Dewhirst (IRE), 80-1 Miss Bella Brand (GB)

MERESIDE DIVA has a 6-month absence to overcome but she was on the up when last seen and should be seen to good effect, so she’s preferred to the well-treated Gulliver, who shaped encouragingly on the AW last time. Minnesota Lad is also considered in an open race. TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MERESIDE DIVA (IRE) 2.GULLIVER 3.MINNESOTA LAD (IRE)

MEDIAN & RECORD TIME

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ABBREVIATIONS

BF

THE FOLLOW @vickersracing ON X HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3)

Race Description This is a one mile, four furlongs and eight yards handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 71 to 90. Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed.A below-par effort could result in a reduced rating whilst a strong performance could see the rating increased. Occasionally, horses are entered to race before their handicap rating has been reviewed and so to avoid recent winners being un-penalised they are allotted a mandatory penalty – usually 6lb

Leading course trainer (19-24): D O’Meara (27 wins from 231 runners, 12%) runs CHARGING THUNDER

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (5 wins from 37 runners, 14%) runs FAIRBANKS

Weightwatcher: CHARGING THUNDER won off a handicap mark of 95, his rating is now down 6lb to 89. Longest Traveller: ROOST trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 265 miles.

for four yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £18000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £7681, 2nd £3839, 3rd £1921, 4th £959. (Penalty Value £9720) no horse

1 EMIYN (FR) (189) 001020-D 7

Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Edelmira (IRE) Harrison Shaw J

O Fab Five Declan Carroll, Malton T

B H.H. The Aga Khan’s Studs et al Newry Construction Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW40/1,belowformeighteenthof31inhandicapatNewmarket(18f,goodtosoft).Off6months Significantly back down in trip Not completely dismissed. TFR###!! BHA92

2 TO CATCHATHIEF (GB) (110) 5311-0BF 4 9-9 (3)

Br B g Cracksman - Westwiththenight (IRE)

Cieren Fallon J

O Mr A. E. Oppenheimer William Haggas, Newmarket T

B Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd

Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort.Two wins from 4 runs last year Latest win at Newcastle in December Below form eighth of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f,15/8).Off 110 days Firmly expected to get back on the up over this distance and looks the one to beat. TFR##### BHA90

3 TORCELLO (IRE) (18) 02645-1D

Br Ch g Born To Sea (IRE) - Islandagore (IRE)

10 9-8 (14)

Joe Fanning J

O Lord Leigh Shaun Lycett, Moreton-in-Marsh T

B Rathasker Stud

TIMEFORMVIEWTenwinsfrom39Flatruns Didn’tneedtoimprovetowin3-runnerhandicap(4/1)atPontefract(12f,heavy) 18 days ago This is much more competitive but can’t be ruled out. TFR###!! BHA89

4 CHARGINGTHUNDER (GB) (241) 003445-D

Br B g War Command (USA) - Storming Sioux

O Geoff & Sandra Turnbull

B Elwick Stud

6 9-8 (4)

Jason Watson J

David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T

Elwick Stud S

TIMEFORMVIEW18/1,respectable 5 3/4 lengths fifth of 14 to Forza Orta in handicap atYork (16.2f,good to firm),faring best of those held up Off 8 months Back down in trip Worth monitoring in the betting on return. TFR###!! BHA89

5 MR LE PHILOSOPHE (GB) (193) 315514-D

Br Ch g Le Havre (IRE) - Uryale (FR)

O The Horse Watchers & Robin Oliver

B Societe Civile de L’Ecurie de Meautry

4 9-8 (2)

Oisin Orr J

Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield T

Bluegrass Horse Feeds S

TIMEFORM VIEW 20/1, third of 5 in juvenile hurdle at Kelso (16.2f, soft) 49 days ago, going in snatches Visor on 1st time Fairly useful on the Flat,very good on last Flat outing.More required back on the level. TFR##!!! BHA89

6 FORZA ORTA (IRE) (224) 500210-D

Br B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Follow A Star (IRE)

6 9-8 (10)

Rowan Scott J

O Highbank Stud Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

B Highbank Stud LLP

TIMEFORMVIEW 7/1,below form eighth of 14 in handicap at Haydock (14f,good to firm).Off 7 months Something to find on form. TFR##!!! BHA89

7 ARRANGE (IRE) (189)

Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor

8

FAIRBANKS (GB) (309) 03/5111-D

Br B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Fantasia

O Mr George Strawbridge

B George Strawbridge

TIMEFORM

9

10

4 9-5 (15)

Saffie Osborne J

Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T

VIEW Three wins from 4 runs last year Didn’t need to improve to win 3-runner handicap (2/5) at Goodwood (12f,good to firm), keeping on well Off 10 months Firmly on the up when last seen,so worthy of consideration despite the long absence TFR####! BHA86

TWO BROTHERS (GB) (27) 14551-4D

Br B g Sir Percy - Blandish (USA)

O On Top Racing Ltd

6 9-5 (6)

Billy Garritty J

Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T

B Theakston Stud On Top Racing Ltd, On Top Roofing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 10 runs last year 5/1, fourth of 7 in handicap at Doncaster (11.9f, soft) 27 days ago

Could get involved if things drop right. TFR###!! BHA86

FAYLAQ (GB) (36) 03306-4D

Br B g Dubawi (IRE) - Danedream (GER)

O BJordan,BrianJordan,SJordan&NMcConnell

B Teruya Yoshida

11

8 9-2 (5)

Paul Mulrennan J

Jim Goldie, Glasgow T

TIMEFORM VIEW Twenty nine runs since last win in 2019. Respectable fourth of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (10.2f, 6/1) 36 days ago,slowly away.Not completely dismissed for all that he’s difficult to win with. TFR###!! BHA83

DARK MOON RISING (IRE) (157) 031006-D

Br B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Al Nassa (USA)

5 9-2 (11)

Shane Gray J

O Mrs Angie Bailey Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T

B Mr N. Al Habtoor K. A. Ryan Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW 5/1, creditable sixth of 14 in handicap at Kempton (12f), not ideally placed. Off 157 days. Reliable sort but he’s likely to come on for this TFR##!!! BHA83

12 STRAWMAN (IRE) (173) 503261-D

Br B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Youve Got A Friend (IRE)

7 8-13 (13)

Connor Beasley J

O Mr Keith Till Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T

B Thomas Downey Gemma Tutty Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW 11/1, didn’t need to improve to win 11-runner handicap at Newcastle (12.4f), all out. Off 173 days

Likely to strip fitter for this. TFR##!!! BHA80

13 ROOST (GB) (207) 024510-D

Br B g Sea The Moon (GER) - Redstart

O Mr A. D. G. Oldrey & Mr G. C. Hartigan

B Mr A. D. G. Oldrey & Mr G. C. Hartigan

14

4 8-13 (12)

Silvestre De Sousa J

Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T

R M Beckett Ltd S

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleventh of 14 in handicap at Nottingham (14f, heavy, 11/2), unable to sustain effort. Off 6 months

Others make more appeal TFR##!!! BHA80

KARDIA

S

TIMEFORMVIEW Lightly-raced winner One win from 3 runs last year 15/2,creditable third of 11 in handicap at Newmarket (12f,soft).Off 169 days More to offer as a 4yo and merits plenty of respect on return. TFR####! BHA79 15 TESSY LAD (IRE) (23) 01022-6D 5 8-9 (8)

Br B g Australia - Maracuja

16

Cam Hardie J

O DOWN THE CARD Sam England, Guiseley T

B Manister House Stud Yorkshire Health Solutions Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEWHoodedfor1sttime,lastof6inhandicap(50/1)atSouthwell(14.1f)23daysago

Tonguestraponfor1sttime

Hard to make a case for TFR#!!!! BHA76

FLEUR DE

Br Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Hespera

O Al Asayl Bloodstock Ltd

B Al Asayl France

Jason Hart J

Hugo Palmer, Malpas T

TIMEFORMVIEW Two wins from 6 runs last year. Creditable second of 7 in handicap at Newcastle (12.4f, 2/1) 26 days ago, clear of rest.Should be on the premises again. TFR###!! BHA75

DECLARED RUNNERS 16

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Visor worn first time by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 15. Hood worn by No. 15.

Blinkers worn by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 8, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4.

Running for the first time since Gelding No. 8. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 13.

Probable S.P’s: 7-2 To Catch A Thief (GB), 10-1 Fairbanks (GB), 11-1 Arrange (IRE), 12-1 Torcello (IRE), Kardia (GB), Fleur de Mer (IRE), 14-1 Faylaq (GB), 16-1 Two Brothers (GB), 20-1 Emiyn (FR), Mr Le Philosophe (GB), 22-1 Forza Orta (IRE), 25-1 Charging Thunder (GB), 28-1 Dark Moon Rising (IRE), Roost (GB), 33-1 Strawman (IRE), 300-1 Tessy Lad (IRE)

TO CATCH A THIEF has looked progressive overall and shaped as if ready for the step up to this distance at Newcastle last time, so he’s the one to side with after a break. Fairbanks is an obvious danger if tuned up back from 10 months off bidding for the four-timer and Kardia is another one who should do better as a 4yo.

HORSERACE BETTING LEVY BOARD

The Horserace Betting Levy Board prize fund schemes provide for the estimated inclusion of £222,027 in ratecard and incremental prize money at this racecourse from 23rd March to 23rd June 2024.

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EIGHTH RACE | 7.40

THE VICKERS.BET INDEPENDENT FAMILY-OWNED BOOKMAKER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6)

for four yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £7000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2890, 2nd £1446, 3rd £722, 4th £361, 5th £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10

Race Description This is a six furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 46 to 55. Like most handicaps on the flat this race is also open to horses that are rated below that particular band. However, all handicaps stipulate a minimum weight and no runner can carry less than that, irrespective of how low their rating is This is often described as ‘running from out of the handicap’ and is considered a disadvantage

Leading course trainer (19-24): T Easterby (40 wins from 486 runners, 8%) runs FYLINGDALE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): B Haslam (4 wins from 8 runners, 50%) runs SMALLEYTIME

Weightwatcher: DANDYS GOLD won off a handicap mark of 62, her rating is now down 15lb to 47.

Longest Traveller: HOMBRE & MC’S WAG trained by J Parr, Newmarket, 185 miles. Br Breeding

Racing Club

Susan Corbett, Otterburn T

B Ballintry Stud Finnies Heavy Haulage S

TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable third of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f, 12/1). Off 99 days First run for yard after leavingArchieWatson. TFR###!! BHA56

3 ENDERMAN (GB) (11) 65-3644D

Br B g Bated Breath - Wish You Luck

6 9-9 (12)

David Nolan J

O Mr Colin Alton & Mr P. T. Midgley Paul Midgley, Westow T

B Mr J. W. Mitchell Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Good fourth of 13 in handicap (10/1) at this C&D (heavy) 11 days ago TFR###!! BHA55

4 HAILEYYA MAL (IRE) (26) 00-5004 4

Br Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Miranda Frost (IRE)

O Mr Antony Brittain

Harry Russell J

Antony Brittain, Warthill T

B Yeomanstown Stud TIMEFORMVIEW 28/1,respectable fourth of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f) 26 days ago.Makes turf debut. TFR##!!! BHA55

5 LANGHOLM (IRE) (17) 36000-2CDBF

Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Pindrop

O Dods Racing Club

8 9-9 (20)

Connor Beasley J

Michael Dods, Darlington T

B Yeomanstown Stud Denton Hall Racing Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Course winner Twenty two runs since last win in 2022. Good second of 10 in handicap (9/2) at Catterick (7f,heavy)

O Kenneth Mann and Kevin Kirkup

B Culworth Grounds Farm & Mustard B’stock

Connor Planas (3) J

David Thompson, Darlington T

TIMEFORMVIEW 8/1,second of 13 in handicap at this C&D (heavy) 11 days ago,faring best of those

8

BEN DIKDUK (IRE) (76) 4336-60

4 9-7 (16)

Br Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Halima Hatun (USA) Sam James J

O Mark Walford Racing Club Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T

B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited Mark Walford Racing S

TIMEFORMVIEW 50/1,first run since leaving Kevin Philippart De Foy when eleventh of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 76 days ago TFR#!!!! BHA53

9 ELLADORA (GB) (12) 30-0066D

Br B m Equiano (FR) - Somersault

6 9-6 (14)

Aiden Brookes (5) J

O Mr Anthony Bithell Micky Hammond, Middleham T

B Stourbank Stud Micky Hammond Racing S

TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2023. Sixth of 10 in handicap (22/1) at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 12 days ago, doing too much too soon. TFR##!!! BHA52

10 HOMBRE (IRE) (10) 000050

11

12

4 9-5 (7)

Br Gr g Havana Grey - Darsan (IRE) Silvestre De Sousa J

O Trevor and Ruth Milner Joseph Parr, Newmarket T

B M. Phelan Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Twelfth of 14 in handicap (11/1) at Lingfield (7f,AW) 10 days ago Makes turf debut.Others more persuasive TFR##!!! BHA51

MRTREVOR (IRE)

O Mr T. S. Ingham & Mrs Liz Ingham Ann Duffield, Leyburn T

B J. Horan & M. Conaghan Sims Suzuki S TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner. Latest win at Hamilton in September. 28/1, looked very rusty when last of 13 in handicap at this C&D (heavy) on return 11 days ago TFR##!!! BHA50

Br B m National Defense - Pulp Idol (USA)

O Mr Martin Adams, Mr Neil Arton & Partner

David Allan J

Tim Easterby, Malton T

B Irish National Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S TIMEFORMVIEW One win from 2 runs last year Twelfth of 13 in handicap at this C&D (heavy,40/1) 11 days ago TFR#!!!! BHA50

13 YAZAMAN (IRE) (11) 53-5402

Br B g Kodiac - Online Alexander (IRE)

6 9-4 (17)

Kieran O’Neill J

O Arthur Rhodes & Elizabeth Twibell Paul Midgley, Westow T

B Mountarmstrong Stud

TIMEFORMVIEW One win from 40 Flat runs Thirty nine runs since last win in

(IRE)

Harrison Shaw J

O Mr P. Ziegler Declan Carroll, Malton T

B Tally-Ho Stud T L Inns Ltd S

TIMEFORMVIEW Thrice-raced maiden.Last of 9 in novice at Doncaster (6f,good to firm,250/1).Off

ATRAFAN (IRE) (20)

Br B g Atraf - Up Front (IRE)

Jason Watson J

O Mr Frank Reay Alan Brown, Malton T

B Liam Feighery Tote S

TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2023. Tenth of 12 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f, 33/1) 20 days ago

Tongue strap back on,cheekpieces back on.Uphill task.

Br B f Aclaim (IRE) - Lady Spangles (IRE)

Oisin Orr J

O Mr John Wardle Sarah Hollinshead, Upper Longdon T

B Rathasker Stud Tote S

TIMEFORMVIEW Eighth of 12 in minor event at Newcastle (7.1f,40/1) 44 days ago

DECLARED RUNNERS 20

2023: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR

Hood worn by No. 8, 11. Blinkers worn by No. 3, 9. Visor worn by No. 13, 15.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 5, 10, 16, 19. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 1, 6, 10, 16, 19.

Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 14.

Probable S.P’s: 11-2 Langholm (IRE), 15-2 Stormy Pearl (GB), Yazaman (IRE), 17-2 Smalleytime (IRE), 9-1 Enderman (GB), 14-1 Dandys Gold (IRE), 16-1 Kaidu (IRE), One For The Ladies (GB), Mc’s Wag (GB), 22-1 Eldeyaar (IRE), 33-1 Elladora (GB), Mr Trevor (IRE), 40-1 Hailey Ya Mal (IRE), Hombre (IRE), 50-1 Yaahobby (IRE), 66-1 Fylingdale (IRE), 100-1 Aclaim To Fame (IRE), 150-1 Atrafan (IRE), 300-1 Ben Dikduk (IRE), Irish Dancer (IRE)

STORMY PEARL caught the eye when runner-up on her third start for this yard over C&D 11 days ago and looks ready to strike. Langholm made a creditable return when second at Catterick and is potentially on a handy mark if building on that, with the rejuvenated Smalleytime another to consider

TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.STORMY PEARL 2.LANGHOLM (IRE) 3.SMALLEYTIME (IRE)

RACE CONDITIONS

First Race 3.45 - THE DOWNLOAD THE VICKERS.BET APP EBF FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4860 to the winning horse

The second to receive £2281, the third £1141 and the fourth £570. for novice two yrs old fillies only, which are E.B.F eligible Enter by noon, April 15th and pay £45 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Weights: 9st 2lb each 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). VICKERS.BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner and also award a cash prize to the Racing Groom responsible for the horse judged to be the Best Turned Out for this race 23 entries at £45. - Closed April 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3840; Second £1920; Third £960; Fourth £480. (Penalty Value £4860) SS

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Second Race 4.20 - THE BEST ODDS GUARANTEED DAILY AT VICKERS.BET HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £9720 to the winning horse

The second to receive £4563, the third £2282 and the fourth £1141. for three yrs old only, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £90 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £18 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £72 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 13th, 2024, for each race won 6lb VICKERS.BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner and also award a cash prize to the Racing Groom responsible for the horse judged to be the Best Turned Out for this race 15 entries at £90. - Closed April 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7681; Second £3839; Third £1921; Fourth £959. (Penalty Value £9720) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SS

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Third Race 4.55 - THE JOIN THE VICKERS.BET FREE BET CLUB MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4320 to the winning horse The second to receive £2028, the third £1014 and the fourth £507. for maiden three yrs old and upwards Enter by noon, April 15th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 9st 3lb; fillies 8st 12lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 10st 2lb; fillies 9st 11lb VICKERS.BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner and also award a cash prize to the Racing Groom responsible for the horse judged to be the Best Turned Out for this race 23 entries at £40. - Closed April 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3414; Second £1706; Third £854; Fourth £426. (Penalty Value £4320) SS

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Fourth Race 5.30 - THE VICKERS.BET EBF MICHAEL FOSTER CONDITIONS STAKES (CLASS 3)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £9277 to the winning horse The second to receive £4350, the third £2176, the fourth £1087 and the fifth £543. for four yrs old and upwards, which are E.B.F eligible, which have not won a Pattern race after April 30th, 2023 Enter by noon, April 15th and pay £90 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, after April 30th, 2023, a winner of a Class 2 race 4lb Of a Listed race 7lb Note: Excluding the winner, the Official BHA Rating of any horse taking part in this race will not be increased due to performance in this race, providing the horse has had at least four prior completed runs VICKERS.BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner and kindly award a £50 cash prize to the Racing Groom responsible for the horse judged to be the Best Turned Out for this race THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have generously contributed £4000 towards the prize money for this race This race is staged in memory of a former Chairman of Thirsk Racecourse, the late Michael Foster 8 entries at £90. - Closed April 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7313; Second £3658; Third £1829; Fourth £914; Fifth £457. (Penalty Value £9277.20) SS

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Fifth Race 6.05 - THE HAPPY 19TH BIRTHDAY LILY WATKINSON HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV I) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 13th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb JW 4x4 NORTHALLERTON has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner and also award a cash prize to the individual responsible for the horse judged to be the Best Turned Out for this race 17 entries at £40. - Closed April 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS

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Sixth Race 6.35 - THE HAPPY 19TH BIRTHDAY LILY WATKINSON HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) (DIV II) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £4187 to the winning horse The second to receive £1964, the third £981, the fourth £491 and the fifth £244. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 56-75 (also open to such horses rated 76 and 77; such horses rated 55 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £40 stake if the horse is rated 56 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 55 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 13th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb JW 4x4 NORTHALLERTON has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner and also award a cash prize to the individual responsible for the horse judged to be the Best Turned Out for this race 17 entries at £40. - Closed April 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS

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Seventh Race 7.05 - THE FOLLOW @vickersracing ON X HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £9720 to the winning horse The second to receive £4563, the third £2282 and the fourth £1141. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 71-90 (also open to such horses rated 91 and 92; such horses rated 70 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £90 stake if the horse is rated 71 or higher, or £18 stake if the horse is rated 70 or lower with £72 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 13th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb VICKERS.BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner and also award a cash prize to the Racing Groom responsible for the horse judged to be the Best Turned Out for this race 25 entries at £90. - Closed April 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7681; Second £3839; Third £1921; Fourth £959. (Penalty Value £9720) SS

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Eighth Race 7.40 - THE VICKERS.BET INDEPENDENT FAMILY-OWNED BOOKMAKER HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £3663 to the winning horse The second to receive £1719, the third £858, the fourth £429 and the fifth £214. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 46-55 (also open to such horses rated 56 and 57; such horses rated 45 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £35 stake if the horse is rated 46 or higher, or £7 stake if the horse is rated 45 or lower with £28 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 18th. Lowest weight 9st; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 13th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb VICKERS.BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the Winning Owner and also award a cash prize to the Racing Groom responsible for the horse judged to be the Best Turned Out for this race 30 entries, 1 at £7 and 29 at £35. - Closed April 15th, 2024. Owners Prize Money. Winner £2890; Second £1446; Third £722; Fourth £361; Fifth £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

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