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HOW TO PLACE A BET
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Bet In Two Ways -
1. Betting with the tote - a quick, easy and friendly service. You’ll find tote betting points all around the racecourse and it will give you a better choice of bets with the lower minimum stake of £2. Look at the counters for the tote how to bet guides.
HOW TO READ
ABHAATH (USA) (27)
1. Horse’s Saddlecloth No 2. Owners Silks/Colours 3. Horse’s Name
Colour of horse
B = Bay Br = Brown Ch = Chestnut Gr = Grey 5. Sex of horse
c = colt g = gelding f = filly m = mare 6. Sire
Country 8. Days since last ran 9. Dam
Age 10. Weight St Lbs
Draw 12. Previous Performances / = denotes new season
, = denotes new year
C = Course Winner
2. Bookies - these are all in front of the Grandstand and take only two betsTO WIN and EACH-WAY The bookies offer ‘odds’ on all the horses and you are best to shop around for the best odds. These are given in fractions, such as 8/1.
9-2 (1)
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.
THE STEVE POSKITT’S 60TH BIRTHDAY RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (GBB RACE)
for maiden two yrs old ¨ Total prize fund £8000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20)
Race Stats
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (34 wins from 545 runners, 6%) runs CALL NICKI & CELESTIAL NOIR Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (8 wins from 33 runners, 24%) runs TAMAM STAR
Longest Traveller: BEA KINDLY trained by T Waggott, Spennymoor, 46 miles
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
(IRE)
Br B g Bayside Boy (IRE) - Call of The Jungle (IRE)
Connor Beasley J
O Mr Doug Graham Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Newlands House Stud Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW FoaledApril 10.EUR42,000 yearling,Bayside Boy gelding.Half-brother to winner abroad by Coulsty.Dam, 5f winner who stayed 7f,half-sister to useful winner up to 10.4f CompanyAsset. TFR###!! BHA-
(IRE)
Br B c Kodi Bear (IRE) - Midnight Martini
Sam James J
O Mr Jaber Abdullah K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B Karis Bloodstock Ltd & Rathbarry Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWEUR27,000KodiBearcoltwholookedunluckynottofinishcloserandperhapsevenwinwhenfinishingaclose-upfourthondebutat Musselburgh 6 days ago,denied a run from 2f out.Open to improvement and fancied to make amends turned out quickly. TFR##### BHA-
BLACKVELVET BOY (IRE)
(-) (3lb)
Br B c Soldier’s Call - The Works (IRE)
O Mrs Jennifer E. Pallister
9-4 (2)
Ben Robinson J
John & Sean Quinn, Malton T
B Michael Buggie & Liam Wright JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWFoaledMarch16.EUR3,000foal(privatesale),EUR12,500yearling,Soldier’sCallcolt.Half-brothertouseful 5f winner Master of My Fate Dam maiden. TFR###!! BHA-
KODIAK BREEZE (IRE)
(-) (3lb)
Br B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Caryatid
O Hambleton Racing Ltd XXXVI
9-4 (4)
Shane Gray J
Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Rathbarry Stud Hambleton Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEWFoaledFebruary25.£18,000yearling,KodiBeargelding.Half-brothertowinnerabroadbyMayson.Damlightly-racedsistertosmart winner up to 1 1/4m Gabr Yard 2-5 with their juveniles so far this term and interesting if market vibes proved positive TFR####! BHA-
WAITING
Br B c Lope Y Fernandez (IRE) - Azenora (FR)
Cam Hardie J
O The Cool Silk Partnership Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B The Cool Silk Partnership Tote S
FoaledApril 1.LopeY Fernandez colt.Half-brother to 6f winner Maynora.Dam,lightly raced in France,half-sister to
8 CELESTIAL NOIR (IRE)
Br B f Space Traveller - Rouge Noir
Sean Kirrane J O Nick Bradley Racing 4 & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T B Ballyhane Tattersalls S
TIMEFORM VIEW Makes appeal on paper but proved easy to back and looked one for later on when down the field in a Beverley novice (5f) last month. TFR##!!! BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 8
Stewards Note:
2025: ANAISA 2 9 2 David Allan 7-2 (Tim Easterby) 10 ran
TAMAM STAR: Following its run on 26/4/2026 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
Probable S.P’s: 6-4 Tamam Star (IRE), 4-1 Waiting For Archie (GB), 9-2 Kodiak Breeze (IRE), 10-1 Black Velvet Boy (IRE), 12-1 Arapaho Gold (IRE), 20-1 Call Nicki (IRE), 25-1 Celestial Noir (IRE), 100-1 Bea Kindly (GB)
TAMAM STAR looked very unlucky not to finish closer, possibly even win when a close up fourth on debut at Musselburgh on Sunday and, with improvement firmly expected, Karl Burke’s charge can make amends. Waiting For Archie and Kodiak Breeze are a couple of likely looking newcomers on paper and head up the dangers before market clues.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TAMAM STAR (IRE) 2.WAITING FOR ARCHIE 3.KODIAK BREEZE (IRE)
POSITION OF STALLS
Straight Course: Centre, Round Course: Inside, 1m6f Start: Centre
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MEDIAN & RECORD TIME
Raceform Median Time: 59.40 secs
Record Time: 57.20 secs - Proud Boast - 5th August 2000, Good to Firm
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SECOND RACE | 2.10
STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE)
for novice three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares ¨ Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234)
Race Description This contest is a Novice Stakes, run over a distance of seven furlongs There are a variety of reasons why the three-year-olds in this race are still light on experience Stoutly bred horses are unlikely to be seen at their best over the shorter distances of their juvenile season whilst a setback or injury can curtail even the most precociously bred horse’s two-year-old career
Leading course trainer (20-25): K R Burke (26 wins from 128 runners, 20%) runs TOWN QUEEN
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (8 wins from 33 runners, 24%) runs TOWN QUEEN
Longest Travellers: PERFECT RULER trained by W Haggas, DISTANT SHORE trained by R Varian, both Newmarket, 185 miles.
Br Ch f New Bay - Farzeen
Robbie Downey J O Helena Springfield Ltd Roger Varian, Newmarket T
B Meon Valley Stud Meon Valley Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Bred to be useful and overcame inexperience when winning 7-runner novice at Salisbury (6f, good) on debut in July.Looks the type to improve significantly as a 3-y-o.
(GB) (239) 5-
Br B f Pinatubo (IRE) - Cloak of Spirits (IRE)
B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Shane Gray J
O Exors of the Late Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
TIMEFORMVIEWSigns of inexperience when fifth of 7 in novice at Haydock (6f,good to firm) on debut in September Should progress this term. TFR###!! BHA-
PERFECT RULER (GB) (175) 54-
Br Ch f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Perfect Inch
O A E Oppenheimer and Ms Emily Oppenheimer
3 9-2 (4)
Oisin Orr J
William Haggas, Newmarket T
B Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEW Improved from debut when fourth of 9 in maiden at Doncaster (6f,heavy,7/2) in November Likely more to come this term. TFR###!! BHA4
PORTH
EILIAN (GB) (25) 0-5
Br B f Palace Pier - Initially
O Julie & David Martin, Dan Hall & Partner
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TOWN QUEEN (IRE)
(11) 2
Br B f Blue Point (IRE) - Madly Truly (USA)
3 9-2 (1)
Connor Beasley J
Edward Bethell, Middleham T
TIMEFORMVIEW Offered more than on debut when fifth of 8 in novice at Southwell (7f) 25 days ago and remains open to improvement. TFR###!! BHA-
3 9-2 (3)
Sam James J
O Mr Jaber Abdullah K. R. Burke, Leyburn T B Barnane Stud Ltd
TIMEFORMVIEW €160,000 Blue Point half-sister to 3 winners who posted encouraging second of 4 in novice at Pontefract (6f,good,7/2) on debut 11 days ago Looks sure to improve TFR##### BHA-
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2025: WOROODD (IRE) 3 9 2 Paul Mulrennan 4-5 (Ed Walker) 10 ran Hood worn by No. 1.
Probable S.P’s: 5-4 Town Queen (IRE), 10-3 Distant Shore (GB), 6-1 Perfect Ruler (GB), 15-2 Porth Eilian (GB), 10-1 Karvala (GB)
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.TOWN QUEEN (IRE) 2.DISTANT SHORE 3.PERFECT RULER BETS AVAILABLE ON
This can go to TOWN QUEEN, who made a positive start to her career at Pontefract last month and should have learnt plenty from that experience. Distant Shore has plenty of potential after winning her sole start as a juvenile so is feared most.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2)
for four yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £60000
Owners Prize Money. 1st £24378, 2nd £12192, 3rd £6096, 4th £3048, 5th £1524, 6th £762. (Penalty Value £30924)
Race Description This is an eight furlong handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 0 to 105. 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 (20-25): T Easterby (34 wins from 545 runners, 6%) runs ACCENTUATE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D O’Meara (9 wins from 49 runners, 18%) runs MIRSKY & RHOSCOLYN
Weightwatcher: FLIGHT PLAN won off a handicap mark of 102, his rating is now down 8lb to 94
Longest Travellers: SEA FORCE trained by W Haggas, BLUE RC & CITY OF POETS trained by J Tate, all Newmarket, 185 miles.
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
Br B g Siyouni (FR) - Sorciere (IRE) J
O Mr William Stobart Richard Hannon, Marlborough T
B Petra Bloodstock Agency Ltd
NON-RUNNER
TIMEFORM VIEW Proved he’s still capable of running to a smart level when winning at Newcastle in January. Hasn’t been in the same form in 3 subsequent outings,though left with too much to do when ninth of 14 back at Newcastle on Good Friday. TFR!!!!! BHA103 2
MUBHIR (GB) (225) 603500-D 7 9-11 (5)
Br Ch g Frankel - Muffri’Ha (IRE) Shane Gray J
O Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORMVIEW Smart at best for William Haggas but last win was back in July 2024 (listed race at Sandown) and he largely struggled during a stint inAustralia last year Absent 7 months (has had a breathing operation) ahead of his stable debut. TFR##!!! BHA102
RC (IRE) (29) 1122-12CD
Br B c Blue Point (IRE) - Making Memories (IRE)
O Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
4 9-8 (11)
Connor Beasley J
James Tate, Newmarket T
TIMEFORMVIEWThree-time winner lastyear,includingat thiscourse(7f)andaddedto histallyin goodstyleat SouthwellinJanuary.Continued his progress when runner-up in a strong-looking race at Newcastle on Good Friday and he’s a major player TFR##### BHA99
(IRE) (29) 03-4130D
Br B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Samdaniya
O Mr S. Ryan
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
5 9-7 (15)
Jack Callan (3) J
Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
Steven Paul Ryan S
TIMEFORMVIEWBuiltonthepromiseofhisreturnwhenwinningwithJackCallaninthesaddleatLingfieldinFebruary,hisfifth career success (4 on all-weather).However,was below form at Newcastle on Good Friday last time TFR##!!! BHA98
FORCE (IRE) (20) 13461-6DBF 4 9-3 (3)
Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Pretty Baby (IRE)
O Sheikh Rashid Dalmook Al Maktoum
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Oisin Orr J
William Haggas, Newmarket T
TIMEFORMVIEWConfirmedthepromiseofhisfirst3startsinhandicapswhenscoringatYarmouth(9f)inSeptember Lookedrustyafter6monthsoff when mid-field at Musselburgh 20 days ago,so he could still have more to offer this year now tried again in cheekpieces TFR####! BHA94 6
FLIGHT PLAN (GB) (29) 5-60040CD
6 9-3 (2)
Br B h Night of Thunder (IRE) - Romp Sam James J
O Fine Clarets Racing, TP Watson & C Wood K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B Miss K. J. Keir KB Spigot Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWMadeallinthisracelastyearbutstruggledforformsubsequently.However,fromhisfallingmarkhefaredbetterwhenfourthof8at Lingfield (1 1/4m) in February and shaped as if still in good heart at Newcastle on Good Friday.Tongue strap now applied. TFR###!! BHA94
Br B g Territories (IRE) - Zeyran (IRE)
Conor Whiteley (7) J
(GB) (20) 01100-3CD 7 9-2
Br Ch g Siyouni (FR) - Latice (IRE)
O Mr J. N. Blackburn
B George Strawbridge
Mark Winn J
David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
Sheridan Ny Llp, Sheridan Ny Llp S
TIMEFORMVIEWReturnedtowinningwaysoverthisC&DlastspringbeforefollowingupatEpsom.Foundthingstougheronhisremaining 2 starts last season,but after 9 months off he ran well when third of 12 at Musselburgh 20 days ago TFR###!! BHA93
9 CITY OF POETS (IRE) (43)
11621-3
Br Ch c Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Populist (IRE)
O Mr Saeed Manana
4 9-2 (9)
Dylan Hogan J
James Tate, Newmarket T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited TIMEFORMVIEWWon2offirst3startsandendedtheyearwithafirsthandicapsuccessatWolverhamptoninNovember After4monthsoff,shaped best when never-nearer third of 12 at the same course 6 weeks ago Helps to give his yard a strong hand in the race TFR####! BHA93
ESHERANN (FR) (18) 23141-0D
4 9-1 (1)
Br B c Wootton Bassett - Eshera (IRE) Zak Wheatley (3) J
O Mr S. Ryan Declan Carroll, Malton T
B S.A. Aga Khan Steven Paul Ryan S TIMEFORMVIEWNaasmaidenwinnerlastsummerand,fittedwithmoresevereheadgear,doubledhistallyinhandicapattheCurraghonfinalouting of the campaign.After 8 months off/left D.K.Weld,possibly needed the run when well held at Newmarket 18 days ago TFR##!!! BHA92
BELLARCHI (IRE)
5 9-0 (10)
Br Ch m Mehmas (IRE) - Drop Dead Gorgeous (FR) Andrew Mullen J
O Nick Bradley Racing 19 and partner
Grant Tuer, Northallerton T
B C. Marnane Pete’s Painting S
TIMEFORMVIEW Has proved better than ever this year,upped in grade when scoring over 7f at Musselburgh early last month before following up at the same course (1m) 20 days ago More needed in this contest but she’s thriving at present. TFR###!! BHA91
DASHING DARCEY
(GB) (322) 023/020-D 5 8-13 (13)
Br B g Muhaarar - So Claire Oisin McSweeney J
O C H McGie & Northumbria Leisure Ltd
B Kassala Ltd & Charlock Stud
Geoffrey Harker, Thirsk T
TIMEFORMVIEWUsefulhandicapperforRogerVarianin2024andbouncedbacktobestonsecondstartforcurrentyardwhenrunner-upatHaydock(1m)lastspring. Possiblyfoundthedropbackto7fagainsthimatYorknexttime,thoughhasa10-monthabsencetoovercome(hasbeengelded). TFR###!! BHA90
ACCENTUATE (GB)
Br Ch g Sea The Moon (GER) - Fly
O Evan M Sutherland & Ptnr
4 8-12 (14)
Sean Kirrane J
Tim Easterby, Malton T
B T. R. G. Vestey Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORMVIEWOff the mark with a ready success in aWindsor novice last summer Wasn’t beaten far on handicap debut atAscot next outing but well heldat thelattercoursein Septemberandoff 7months since(hasbeen gelded)aheadoffirstrunsince leavingRogerVarian. TFR##!!! BHA89
Br B g Make Believe - Rohesia
O Nick Bradley Racing 8 & Partner
4 8-8 (12)
Billy Garritty J
Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Mr Patrick Cosgrove Tattersalls S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a Beverley handicap (7.5f) for Edward Bethell last summer and left his seasonal/stable debut effort behind when making all over the same C&D 9 days ago Faces a tougher ask back in this higher grade TFR###!! BHA85
(GB) (20) 06014-0CD
12 8-2 (6)
Br Ch g Aqlaam - Curtains Cam Hardie J O Graham Lund and Dianne Sayer Dianne Sayer, Penrith T
B A. H. Bennett G Lund Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEWVeteranwhocauseda66/1upsetinthisracebackin2022.Hasbeensuccessfuleachyearsince,recordinganinthcareer victory atAyr in September,but finished well held at Musselburgh on this season’s return.Cheekpieces back on. TFR##!!! BHA77
DECLARED RUNNERS 15
2025: FLIGHT PLAN 5 9 9 Sam James 8-1 (K R Burke) 13 ran
Raceform Median Time: 1m 42.50 secs Record Time: 1 min 34.80 - Yearsley (GB) - 5th May 1990, Firm
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 6. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7, 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 5, 15. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 12, 13. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 2.
Probable S.P’s: 5-1 Sea Force (IRE), 6-1 Blue RC (IRE), 7-1 City of Poets (IRE), 10-1 Flight Plan (GB), 11-1 Bellarchi (IRE), 14-1 Mirsky (GB), 16-1 Dashing Darcey (GB), A War Eagle (IRE), 18-1 Al Mubhir (GB), 22-1 Apiarist (IRE), Rhoscolyn (GB), Esherann (FR), 28-1 Accentuate (GB), 40-1 Redarna (GB)
PLAY SMARTER
BLUE RC continues to go the right way, finishing a good second in a competitive event at Newcastle on All-Weather Finals Day, and he is taken to resume winning ways. A pair of fellow 4-y-os could be the main dangers, with Sea Force feared most with his reappearance run behind him, ahead of City of Poets.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BLUE RC (IRE) 2.SEA FORCE (IRE) 3.CITY OF POETS (IRE)
FOURTH RACE | 3.15
(CLASS 5)
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 one mile and 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 (20-25): T Easterby (34 wins from 545 runners, 6%) runs MARBUZET
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (6 wins from 72 runners, 8%) runs MARBUZET
Longest Traveller: SHIPSHAPE trained by B J Llewellyn, Bargoed, 239 miles
1 ANALOGICAL (GB) (12) 215-221
Br B g Ulysses (IRE) - Muqantara (USA)
O Mrs Victoria Machen & Partner
Dylan Hogan J
Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket T
B Aislabie Bloodstock Ltd Oliver St Lawrence Bloodstock Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWNarrowlydeniedtwiceontheall-weatherthisseason,byanoseandashorthead,beforemakingamendswithaclear-cutsuccessina 6-runner handicap at Newcastle 12 days ago.The third has won since,so a 4lb rise looks fair and a bold bid looks assured. TFR##### BHA79 2 MARBUZET (GB) (203) 205124-CD
Br B g Farhh - Estournel
O Mr Patrick Milmo & Partner
7 9-6 (1)
Sean Kirrane J
Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Patrick Milmo Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORMVIEWC&Dwinnerwhoenjoyedafruitful2025campaign,winningtwiceandmakingtheframeon6otheroccasions,includingwhenfourthof16 atYorklastOctober Cheekpiecesreplacehisusualblinkers,butheisyettowinoffamarkinthe70sandhasfitnesstoprove TFR###!! BHA72
SCOTTISH DANCER (IRE)
(1065) 223/211//-D 7 9-6 (5)
Br B g Highland Reel (IRE) - Destalink Millie Wonnacott (5) J
O Mr W. T. Reed Tim Reed, Hexham T
B Norelands B/Stock & Emma Capon B/Stock
TIMEFORMVIEW Dual Flat winner in 2023 for Keith Dalgleish and also successful over hurdles for Eoin Doyle in 2024/25 but has made little impact in light recent campaigning.Back on the Flat for a new yard with cheekpieces back on. TFR##!!! BHA72
ASHDOWN
FOREST (IRE) (25) 2/6333-5 4 9-2 (2)
Br B g Camelot - Fuaigh Mor (IRE)
5
Billy Garritty J
O Caron & Paul Chapman Jedd O’Keeffe, Leyburn T B Ruskerne Ltd Jedd O’Keeffe Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Didn’t really taken to hurdling but ran creditably returned to this sphere when 1 1/2 lengths fifth of 12 at Pontefract (17/2) 25 days ago Blinkers back on. TFR###!! BHA68
SHIPSHAPE (IRE)
(17) 546-521D
Br B g New Bay - Pilates (IRE)
4 9-1 (4)
Connor Beasley J
O Mr B. J. Llewellyn Bernard Llewellyn, Bargoed T
B Mountarmstrong Stud
TIMEFORMVIEW Confirmed the positive impression she has made since joining her current yard when opening her account in an 8-runner handicap at Southwell 17 days ago Up 4lb,but should give another good account. TFR####! BHA67
DECLARED RUNNERS 5 2025: SAVROLA (IRE) 6 9 9 Paul Mulrennan 4-1 (Dianne Sayer) 5 ran Blinkers worn by No. 1, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 3, 5.
Probable S.P’s: 9-4 Analogical (GB), 11-4 Shipshape (IRE), 4-1 Marbuzet (GB), 9-2 Ashdown Forest (IRE), 12-1 Scottish Dancer (IRE)
ANALOGICAL has been in excellent form on the all-weather but is just as effective on turf and is taken to defy a 4lb rise and follow up his Newcastle success in April. Shipshape has made a good start for Bernard Llewellyn and is feared most ahead of the race-fit Ashdown Forest.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ANALOGICAL 2.SHIPSHAPE (IRE) 3.ASHDOWN FOREST (IRE)
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
MEDIAN & RECORD TIME
2nd 4th
Raceform Median Time: 3 mins 3.00 secs
Record Time: 2 mins 57.95 secs - Wor Willie (GB) - 30th April 2022, Good To Firm
ABBREVIATIONS
BF - Beaten Favourite. C - Course Winner D- Distance Winner d - Disqualified.
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for four yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £10000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4129, 2nd £2065, 3rd £1032, 4th £516, 5th £258. (Penalty Value £5234)
Race Description This is a six furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 61 to 80. Once a horse has qualified for a handicap rating this is regularly reassessed.A belowpar 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 (20-25): T Easterby (34 wins from 545 runners, 6%) runs MISTER SOX
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D O’Meara (9 wins from 49 runners, 18%) runs ABERAMA GOLD
Weightwatcher: ROCK OPERA won off a handicap mark of 77, his rating is now down 7lb to 70.
Longest Traveller: KATS BOB trained by R Carr, Stillington, 36 miles.
Br B g Kodiac - Invitational Connor Beasley J
O Mr J Blackburn & Partner Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Galadari Sons Stud Company Limited Sheridan Ny Llp S
TIMEFORMVIEW Two-time winner last season who looked as good as ever returning for new yard when resuming winning ways in a 7f handicap here 2weeksago.Showedawillingattitudetoedgeatightfinishthenandtherecouldyetbemoretocomefromhimasa4-y-o. TFR##### BHA82
ABERAMA GOLD (GB) (10) 330541D
9 9-9 (5)
Br B g Heeraat (IRE) - Nigella Mark Winn J
O Mr Evan M. Sutherland David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Mrs J. McMahon GAIN Equine Nutrition S
TIMEFORMVIEW Steadily eased in the weights this year and he capitalised on his easiest task for a while to end losing run at Catterick (6f) 10 days ago,edging ahead late on.Nudged up just 1lb and possibilities again now he’s found the winning habit again. TFR####! BHA80
KATS
BOB (GB) (16) 3345-20CDBF
Br Ch g Bobby’s Kitten (USA) - Dreaming of Stella (IRE)
8 9-8 (7)
William Pyle J
O Colin Dorman and Tommy Dorman Ruth Carr, Stillington T
B S. Rudolf William Hill S
TIMEFORMVIEW Successful 5 times over this 6f trip in 2025,including over C&D Has returned in good order,runner up at Catterick prior to finishing midfield in 16-runner handicap at Ripon (6f) last month.Fancied to be in the mix. TFR###!! BHA79
MISTER SOX (GB) (16) 54030-0D
Br Ch g Pivotal - Crowning Glory (FR)
O HuggyMac Racing & Ptnr
6 9-7 (8)
Sean Kirrane J
Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Car Colston Hall Stud York Van Centre Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Four wins from 14 runs last year but possible he needed first start for 6 months when eleventh at Ripon (6f) 16 days ago Finds himself operating just 1lb above last winning mark and entitled to be sharper now. TFR###!! BHA78
(GB) (14) 4-3410D 4 9-3 (6)
Br Gr or Gr g Portamento (IRE) - Vigorito
Oisin Orr J
O Mrs Christine Barron David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk T
B Harrowgate Bloodstock Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWLightly-raced4-y-owhofoundfurtherprogresswhenoffthemarkinaWolverhamptonnovice(6f)inMarch.Notinsameformwhendown thefieldonC&Dhandicapdebut2weeksagobutthatexperienceoughtnottohavebeenwastedonhim.Hoodon1sttime TFR###!! BHA74
Br B g Siyouni (FR) - Tribune Libre (IRE)
O Dan Maltby Bloodstock Limited & Partner
David Nolan J
Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Ecurie Des Monceaux & Skymarc Farm Inc Sunnyhill Properties (Yorkshire) Limited S
TIMEFORMVIEWAdual6fscorerin2025whoresumedfrom5monthsoffwithagoodfourthof11in6fhandicapatNewcastleinMarch.Easyenough to excuse his subsequent Doncaster run (raced on unfavoured far side) and better showing certainly not ruled out.
(3) J O John Rhodes & Peter Timmins
Br Breeding O Owner
B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 SUGAR BABY (GB) (161)
Br B g Monsieur Bond (IRE) - Sugar Town
O Hard Held Partnership and Angus Racing
Alec Voikhansky J
Peter Niven, Malton T
B Amanda Jarratt Clova Hotel & Lodges S
TIMEFORMVIEWCourse winner who tasted success 4 times during 2025,latterly at Redcar (6f) in October Not at best when seventh at Newcastle on final start the following month though,and this first start for 5 months may well bring him on. TFR###!! BHA70 9
KHABIB (IRE)
(615) 253420/- 8 8-11 (2)
Br B or Br g Mehmas (IRE) - Lady Mega (IRE)
Rhys Elliott (5) J
O Mr Ray Craggs David Thompson, Darlington T
B Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORMVIEWMultiple5fwinnerwhoprovedlargelyconsistentwithoutgettinghisheadinfrontduring2024.Absentsincefinishing down the field at Beverley on final outing that year and market best guide on belated return for new stable TFR##!!! BHA68
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2025: SECRET GUEST 5 9 7 Andrew Breslin 7-1 (Bryan Smart) 10 ran
Hood worn first time by No. 5. Visor worn by No. 2, 3, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 4, 6, 9.
Stewards Note:
KHABIB: Following its run on 25/8/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
Probable S.P’s: 11-4 Kosometsuke (GB), 7-2 Aberama Gold (GB), 7-1 Kats Bob (GB), Rock Opera (GB), 11-1 Emperor Caradoc (FR), 12-1 Mr Dreamseller (GB), 14-1 Mister Sox (GB), 16-1 Sugar Baby (GB), 22-1 Khabib (IRE)
KOSOMETSUKE showed a willing attitude and looked as good as ever in the process when making a winning debut for Michael Dods over 7f here 2 weeks ago. It’s feasible to think there could be more to come from the son of Kodiac, including returned to sprinting, and he shades preference over Catterick scorer Aberama Gold and the potentially well-handicapped Rock Opera.
MEDIAN & RECORD TIME
Raceform Median Time: 1 min 12.10 secs
Record Time: 1 min 8.80 secs - Johayro (GB) - 23rd July 1999, Firm
3)
Race Description This is a five furlongs handicap race for four-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 71 to 90. 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 (20-25): T Easterby (34 wins from 545 runners, 6%) runs EQUITY LAW
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D O’Meara (9 wins from 49 runners, 18%) runs TOCA MADERA
Weightwatcher: EQUITY LAW won off a handicap mark of 83, his rating is now down 8lb to 75
Longest Traveller: WHEELS OF FIRE trained by R Hannon, Marlborough, 238 miles.
for four yrs old and upwards ¨ Total prize fund £18000 Owners Prize Money. 1st £7432, 2nd £3717, 3rd £1858, 4th £929, 5th £464. (Penalty Value £9421.20) no horse
ELEGANT ERIN (IRE) (25) 6114-00D
Br B m Dandy Man (IRE) - Eriniya (IRE)
David Nolan J
O R J Bloodstock Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Brian Miller
TIMEFORM VIEW A dual 5f Beverley winner last September Yet to fire in 2 outings this term, ninth of 13 in handicap at Pontefract (5f,soft) 25 days ago but is easing in the weights. TFR###!! BHA91
TATTERSTALL
(IRE) (247) 1414/00-D 6 9-8 (8)
Br B g Bungle Inthejungle - Nafa (IRE)
Connor Beasley J
O Mr D Stone & Mrs C Dods Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Maurice Burns
TIMEFORMVIEW A dual 5f winner in 2024. Only twice raced lastAugust atYork and Southwell when well below par Back from another absence here TFR##!!! BHA89
TOCA MADERA
(IRE) (266) 343040- 5 9-8 (11)
Br B g Bated Breath - Hala Hala (IRE)
O L Bond & Sheikh Aymen Jawad al Hamandi
Mark Winn J
David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Tinnakill Bloodstock Hamond Projects, Bravopak Packaging Solutions S
TIMEFORMVIEW Winless in 2025 and only ninth of 10 in handicap atAscot (5f) inAugust on his final run for Brian Meehan. The market can guide after 8 months off for his yard debut. TFR###!! BHA89
OF FIRE (IRE) (15) 006-010D
Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Azagba (FR)
O Mrs Fitri Hay
4 9-7 (9)
Tyrese Cameron (5) J
Richard Hannon, Marlborough T
B C. Marnane JMH Group S
TIMEFORMVIEW Returned to turf with 5f handicap win at Musselburgh but only eleventh of 16 in handicap at Newbury (6f) 15
VANTHEMAN
(IRE) (25) 605-100D
TFR###!! BHA88
5 9-3 (1)
Br B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Laila Honiwillow Shane Gray J
O Alison Muir Tonge / Colin Paterson Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Yeomanstown Stud K. A. Ryan Racing S
TIMEFORMVIEW Ended a losing run at Newcastle in
Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Sunny Hollow Faye McManoman J O Martin Webb Racing Nigel Tinkler, Malton T
B Tally-Ho Stud W J Group Ltd S
TIMEFORMVIEW Scored atYork (5f) last June Given a considerate return after 6 months off when sixth of 10 in handicap at Beverley
Br B g Brazen Beau (AUS) - Gladys’ Gal
Warren Fentiman (3) J
O Fishlake Commercial Motors Ltd Ruth Carr, Stillington T B Fishlake Commercial Motors Ltd William Hill S TIMEFORMVIEWDual5fwinnerlastsummerbuthe ended2025 belowpar,justsixth of9inhandicap
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 SPORTS COACH (IRE)
Br B g Bungle Inthejungle - Jackie Sparrow (IRE)
O Johnson & Morrow
B Mark Burns
TIMEFORMVIEW Back to winning ways at Southwell in March and has continued in good form,fourth of 10 in
Beverley (5f,good) 17 days ago Ought to be in the shake-up
AMERICAN
BAY
(GB)
(39) 0026-32CDBF
Br Ch g New Bay - All I Need (IRE)
O Mike Taylor & Partner
B D. J. and Mrs Deer Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who comes here on the back of a good second of 6 in handicap at Wolverhampton (5f) 39 days ago Needs considering.
FORCE (GB) (20) 0000-4
Br B g Land Force (IRE) - Kinematic
O Miss Vanessa Church & Mr Toby Brereton
B Queen Elizabeth II
TIMEFORMVIEWRatherlosthiswayforDesDonovanin2025butbacktoformforhisnewyard,intheframein5fhandicaps at Newcastle and Musselburgh this spring.Well in the mix. TFR####! BHA77
EQUITY
LAW (GB) (7) 4100-63CD 5 8-8 (4)
Br B g Equiano (FR) - Fair Cop
O The Oyster Catchers & Partner
Easterby, Malton T B Littleton Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S TIMEFORMVIEW C&D winner who comes here on the back of a solid third of 8 in handicap at Ripon (5f,good) 7 days ago. TFR###!! BHA75
DECLARED RUNNERS 11 2025: MUKER (IRE) 7 8 10 Alex Jary 22-1 (Nigel Tinkler) 13 ran Blinkers worn first time by No. 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 11.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 7.
Probable S.P’s: 4-1 Kinetic Force (GB), 11-2 American Bay (GB), 7-1 Vantheman (IRE), 10-1 Sports Coach (IRE), 11-1 Tatterstall (IRE), 12-1 Wheels of Fire (IRE), Squealer (IRE), 14-1 Brazen Bolt (GB), 16-1 Elegant Erin (IRE), Toca Madera (IRE), Equity Law (GB)
SQUEALER caught the eye when a patiently-ridden sixth at Beverley on his recent return and can capitalise on a handy-looking mark at the chief expense of in-form pair Kinetic Force and Sports Coach.
MEDIAN & RECORD TIME
Raceform Median Time: 59.40 secs
Record Time: 56.92 secs - Charlie Parkes (GB) - 11th April 2003, Firm
BROKEN GLASSES
Broken glasses and bottles are dangerous. In the interests of safety and the comfort of others please do not carry drinks on to the steppings of the stand, or the areas adjacent to the parade ring or unsaddling enclosure.
SATURDAY 16TH MAY BOOK NOW HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5)
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 an eight furlong handicap race for three-year-olds and upwards which have been rated from 51 to 70. Like all handicaps on today’s card this means that should a horse rated 75 take part they would be required to carry 5lb more than a rival rated 70.
course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (34 wins from 545 runners, 6%) runs
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (6 wins from 72 runners, 8%) runs OFF SPIN & SUNNY ORANGE & THATS MY BOY
Longest Traveller: RISING FORCE trained by J Butler, Newmarket, 185 miles.
Br B g Charming Thought - Love Island
O Dovebrace Limited and Partner
B Hellwood Stud Farm
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden who resumed from 6 months off with a good fifth of 9 in handicap at
(1m,good to soft) 14 days ago.Not ruled out with that run under his belt.
Br B g Lawman (FR) - Lope Supreme
O Macable Partnership
B Mr C. Marzocco
S
TIMEFORMVIEW In fine form this season and gained a third win at Bath inApril Posted another good effort when fourth of 14 at Nottingham (1 1/4m,good to soft) 14 days ago so he’s a player TFR##### BHA70
FORCE (IRE) (25) 123510D 5 9-7 (8)
Br Ch g Mehmas (IRE) - La Seine (USA)
Jack Callan (3) J
O Mr Robert Eddery John Butler, Newmarket T
B Abbas Akbar Al Muila Muila Tote S
TIMEFORMVIEWConsistent sort who landed 1m amateurs handicap at Doncaster in March.Came in last of 13 at Southwell (1m) since but he’s the sort to bounce back. TFR###!! BHA68
GALAXY (IRE) (176) 205200- 4 9-4 (2)
Br B g Lightning Spear - Stars In The Sky Connor Beasley J
O Denton Hall Racing Ltd Michael Dods, Darlington T B Rathasker Stud Denton Hall Racing Ltd S TIMEFORMVIEW Ended 2025 under a cloud,last of 10 in handicap at Newcastle (1m) in November Lots more is required. TFR##!!! BHA65
Br Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Pivotting
Kirrane J O Mr M. J. Macleod
Br Breeding O Owner B Breeder J Jockey T Trainer S Sponsor
8 KISS ME MY LOVE (IRE)
Br B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Love Street (USA)
O Mr R. G. Fell
Joanna Mason J
Roger Fell, Nawton T
B Irish National Stud OR8 Wellness S
TIMEFORMVIEW Arrived in decent form,fifth of 10 in handicap at Ripon (1m,good) 7 days ago TFR###!! BHA61
OFF SPIN
(IRE) (157) 050020- 4 8-12 (5)
Br B g Almanzor (FR) - Spin Doctor
Cam Hardie J O S Bulmer, P Hebdon & R Taylor
Easthorpe Hall Stud S
Tim Easterby, Malton T B C. O’Flynn, Roalso & Forever Endeavour
TIMEFORMVIEW Still a maiden and he finished last of 11 in handicap at Southwell in November Others appeal more TFR##!!! BHA59
DECLARED RUNNERS 9 2025: VISIBILITY (IRE) 8 8 10 Harrison Shaw 18-1 (Scott Dixon) 15 ran Blinkers worn by No. 5. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 6. Stewards Note:
RISING FORCE: Following its run on 7/4/2026 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
KISS ME MY LOVE: Following its run on 25/4/2026 it was reported that the horse was slow to leave the stalls.
Probable S.P’s: 3-1 Law Supreme (FR), Sunny Orange (IRE), 7-1 Front Gunner (IRE), 10-1 Rising Force (IRE), Kiss Me My Love (IRE), 14-1 Pension Pot (GB), 16-1 Lightning Galaxy (IRE), Thats My Boy Luke (GB), 22-1 Off Spin (IRE)
LAW SUPREME is enjoying an excellent time of it and can record a fourth win of the year at the chief expense of recent Beverley scorer Sunny Orange. Pension Pot and Front Gunner can also have a say.
MEDIAN & RECORD TIME
RACE CONDITIONS
First Race 1.35 - THE STEVE POSKITT’S 60TH BIRTHDAY RESTRICTED MAIDEN STAKES (CLASS 5) (for horses in Bands C and D) (GBB RACE) 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 maiden two yrs old, which are in Bands C and D. Enter by noon, April 27th and pay £40 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 30th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 7lb; fillies 9st 2lb Allowances: Band D from Band C 3lb LEWIS POSKITT has generously sponsored this race A £50 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the Best Turned Out for this race 18 entries at £40. - Closed April 27th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS SEE PAGE 8 FOR THIS RACE.
Second Race 2.10 - THE BRITISH EBF FILLIES’ NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 4) (GBB RACE) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for novice three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which are E.B.F eligible Enter by noon, April 27th and pay £50 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 30th. Weights: 3-y-o 9st 2lb; 4-y-o and up 10st Penalties, for each Restricted Novice or Maiden race won 5lb For each other race won 7lb (Where appropriate, median auction and auction Novice or Maiden races will carry the same penalty as Restricted races) (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). A £50 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the Best Turned Out for this race THE TRUSTEES OF THE E.B.F have kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race 10 entries at £50. - Closed April 27th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS SEE PAGE 14 FOR THIS RACE.
Third Race 2.40 - THE SKY BET THIRSK HUNT CUP HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £30924 to the winning horse The second to receive £14502, the third £7254, the fourth £3624, the fifth £1812 and the sixth £906. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 80 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £300 stake if the horse is rated 81 or higher, or £60 stake if the horse is rated 80 or lower with £240 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 30th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 12lb Penalties, after April 25th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a £100 cash prize to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the Best Turned Out for this race, and a mementos to the Winning Owner,Trainer and Jockey.All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of SKY BET The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code The British Horseracing Authority has determined that the maximum number of runners in this race shall be determined by the normal Safety Factor applicable for the race and that a reduced Field Size Limit shall not apply. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race 23 entries at £300. - Closed April 27th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £24378; Second £12192; Third £6096; Fourth £3048; Fifth £1524; Sixth £762. (Penalty Value £30924) SS SEE PAGE 18 FOR THIS RACE.
Fourth Race 3.15 - THE SKY BET SUNDAY AT THIRSK 31 MAY BOOK NOW HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) 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 55 and below). £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 30th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 25th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb A £50 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the Best Turned Out for this race 11 entries at £40. - Closed April 27th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS
SEE PAGE 24 FOR THIS RACE.
Fifth Race 3.55 - THE ALISON AND ANDREW RICHARDSON RUBY ANNIVERSARY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £5234 to the winning horse The second to receive £2456, the third £1227, the fourth £614 and the fifth £306. for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £50 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £10 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £40 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 30th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 25th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb Alison and Andrew Richardson have kindly sponsored this race A £50 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the Best Turned Out for this race 16 entries at £50. - Closed April 27th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £4129; Second £2065; Third £1032; Fourth £516; Fifth £258. (Penalty Value £5234) SS SEE PAGE 30 FOR THIS RACE.
Sixth Race 4.25 - THE EVERY RACE LIVE ON RACING TV HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £9421 to the winning horse The second to receive £4420, the third £2208, the fourth £1105 and the fifth £550. 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 30th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 25th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb A £50 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the Best Turned Out for this race 19 entries at £90. - Closed April 27th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £7432; Second £3717; Third £1858; Fourth £929; Fifth £464. (Penalty Value £9421.20) SS SEE PAGE 36 FOR THIS RACE.
Seventh Race 5.00 - THE SKY BET IRISH DAY SATURDAY 16TH MAY BOOK NOW HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) 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 51-70 (also open to such horses rated 50 and below). £40 stake if the horse is rated 51 or higher, or £8 stake if the horse is rated 50 or lower with £32 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. April 30th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after April 25th, 2026, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb A £50 cash prize will be awarded to the person responsible for the horse judged to be the Best Turned Out for this race 18 entries at £40.Closed April 27th, 2026. Owners Prize Money. Winner £3303; Second £1652; Third £826; Fourth £413; Fifth £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20) SS
SEE PAGE 40 FOR THIS RACE.
