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FIRST RACE 2.00 7f
The Sky Bet Go-Racing-In-Yorkshire Summer Festival EBF Fillies’ Novice Stakes (Class 3) (GBB Race)
for novice two yrs old fillies Total prize fund £13000 Declared Runners 7 Owners Prize Money. 1st £5547, 2nd £2773, 3rd £1387, 4th £693. (Penalty Value £7020)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): K R Burke (26 wins from 129 runners, 20%) runs DIAMOND NEW BAY & LITTLE LADY KAREN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (10 wins from 34 runners, 29%) runs DIAMOND NEW BAY & LITTLE LADY KAREN
Longest Traveller: ISABELLA DE VEGA trained by E Walker, Upper Lambourn, 221 miles Raceform
1 DIAMOND NEW BAY (IRE) (-) 9-2 (1)
Br Ch f New Bay - Queen Kindly Clifford Lee J
O Mr Jaber Abdullah K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW New Bay filly. Closely related to useful 2-y-o 6f winner Queen Me Half-sister to useful 5f/5.4f winner Alia Choice Dam, 5f/6f winner (including at 2 yrs), out of Diadem/Lowther Stakes winner Lady of The Desert. From a fine sprinting family her owner knows well Very interesting. TFR BHA-
2 DIPLOMATA (GB) (72) 4 9-2 (6)
Br Gr f Havana Grey - Parliament House (IRE) Rossa Ryan J
O The Thoroughbred Racing Corporation Ltd William Haggas, Newmarket T
B Natton House Thoroughbreds Ltd Thoroughbred Racing Corporation Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW €140,000 Havana Grey filly. Not given hard time when 10 1/4 lengths fourth in a fairly useful Yarmouth maiden on debut in May. Off since but entitled to do better given her price tag/connections. TFR BHA-
3 ISABELLA DE VEGA (IRE) (-) 9-2 (2)
Br B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Witches Brew (IRE) George Downing J
O Opulence Thoroughbreds & Fermoir Limited Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn T
B Fermoir Ltd James Hambro & Partners Llp S
TIMEFORM VIEW 350,000 gns yearling, Lope De Vega filly. Sister to several winners, including winner up to 1 1/2m Antonia de Vega and winner up to 8.5f Expensive Queen, both smart. Dam, 7f winner, half-sister to very smart 7f/1m winner Al Wukair Appealing newcomer, especially if supported. TFR BHA-
4 LITTLE LADY KAREN (GB) (31) 32 9-2 (5)
Br B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Forgetmenever Sam James J
O Nick Bradley Racing 5 & E Burke K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B Glebe Farm Stables Racing Partners S
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved from her debut (despite failing to settle) when 1 1/4-length second of 4 at Beverley (7.5f) last month. Sets the standard of those with experience, though perhaps significant that Clifford Lee partners stablemate Diamond New Bay. TFR BHA74
5 LOVE TANYA (IRE) (30) 3 9-2 (4)
Br B f Blue Point (IRE) - Mireille (IRE) Ryan Sexton J
O RD Gaming Ltd
B Ballygallon Stud Limited
Edward Bethell, Middleham T
TIMEFORM VIEW €110,000 Blue Point filly. Beaten 12 1/4 lengths when third under hands-and-heels ride on debut at Carlisle (6f). Entitled to improve second time up over longer trip, though we’ll probably see the best of her down the line TFR BHA-
6 MARTINET (IRE) (10) 4 9-2 (3)
Br Ro f Frankel - Coronet Jack Gilligan J
O Denford Stud Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket T
B Denford Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed a lot more than a typical Sir Mark Prescott debutant when 3 1/2 lengths fourth of 12 (40/1) at Wolverhampton (7f) 10 days ago
Capable of better, though may flourish in handicaps over further given her pedigree/connections TFR BHA-
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 SKYGLOW (IRE) (22) 4 9-2 (7)
Br Ch f Space Blues (IRE) - Winter Snow (IRE) Jason Hart J
O Shane Molan & Partner James Horton, Newmarket T
B Shane Molan Horton Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked one for the longer term when 5 1/4 lengths fourth of 5 on debut at Yarmouth (7f). TFR BHA-
2025: MANDARIN SPIRIT (IRE) 2 9 2 Kevin Stott 11-8 (Kevin Ryan) 7 ran
PROBABLE S.P.’s 9-4 Diamond New Bay (IRE), 3-1 Little Lady Karen (GB), 11-2 Diplomata (GB), Isabella de Vega (IRE), 8-1 Martinet (IRE), 22-1 Love Tanya (IRE), 33-1 Skyglow (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW DIAMOND NEW BAY hails from a talented sprinting family and may be able to make a winning start. Little Lady Karen could complete a 1-2 for the excellent Karl Burke yard.
PositionofStalls
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Colours No Horse
st-lb
SECOND RACE 2.30 6f
The Sky Bet For The Fans EBF
Novice Stakes (Class 4) (GBB Race)
for novice two yrs old Total prize fund £11000 Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money. 1st £4694, 2nd £2346, 3rd £1174, 4th £586. (Penalty Value £5940)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): M Dods (32 wins from 309 runners, 10%) runs MECCAPULCO
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Beckett (12 wins from 43 runners, 28%) runs BLESSED VOYAGER
Longest Traveller: BLESSED VOYAGER trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 265 miles
Raceform Median Time: 1 min 12.10 secs Record Time: 1 min 9.20 secs - Westcourt Magic - 25th August 1995, Good to Firm
1 BLESSED VOYAGER (IRE) (98) 1 9-11 (9)
Br B g Bayside Boy (IRE) - Elysium (IRE) Rossa Ryan J
O Valmont & Mr M Blencowe Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T
B Ballylinch Stud Moretons Investments Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW €80,000 yearling out of a winner at up to 1m (2-y-o 6f-7f winner). Made a winning start in what has turned out to be a decent maiden at Newbury in April Off since but has been found an excellent opportunity under a penalty. TFR BHA-
2 BLAKEY RIDGE (IRE) (45) 3 9-4 (5)
Br B c Sioux Nation (USA) - Harlequin Star (IRE) Zak Wheatley J
O Steve & Bea Ryan Limited Declan Carroll, Malton T
B Castlehyde Stud Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW €105,000 yearling, Sioux Nation colt. Dam unraced half-sister to very smart 5f/6f winner Emaraaty Ana out of useful 11.5f/1 1/2m winner Spirit of Dubai Showed a bit when third in Carlisle novice early last month but needs to take a big step forward. TFR BHA-
3 DODGEM (GB) (-) 9-4 (1)
Br B c Palace Pier - Beautiful Timing Ryan Sexton J
O Mr Martin Hughes Julie Camacho, Malton T
B Newsells Park Stud Old Oak Holdings Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 50,000 gns yearling, Palace Pier colt. Dam, 1m winner who stayed 1 1/2m, half-sister to smart 6f/7f winner Cursory Glance Yard 0-7 with 2-y-o newcomers last 12 months TFR BHA-
4 SPRUCE (GB) (24) 6 9-4 (7)
Br B c Advertise - Heartstring Oliver Stammers J
O Mr Grant Tuer Grant Tuer, Northallerton T
B Bumble Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Advertise half-brother to 5f winner Dothan. Dam, sprint maiden, closely related to smart 5f winner Dutch Masterpiece. Green and always behind in maiden at Salisbury for Martyn Meade TFR BHA-
5 STATTEN ISLAND (IRE) (34) 44 9-4 (3)
Br B c Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Kalaatah (USA) Tom Eaves J
O Mr S. Ryan Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Golden Farm Bloodstock Ltd Santry Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 180,000 gns yearling, Starspangledbanner colt. Promising start when fourth of 15 in novice at York but unable to reproduce that at Ayr following month. Still early days TFR BHA78
6 MECCAPULCO (IRE) (-) 8-13 (6)
Br B f Coulsty (IRE) - Gamrah (IRE) Mark Winn J
O Mr David T J Metcalfe & Mr M J K Dods Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Ross Moorhead Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW €37,000 yearling, Coulsty filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 7f/1m winner Irrelevant. Dam, maiden, closely related to smart winner up to 9f Jack Naylor out of useful 1m-1 1/4m winner (stayed 1 1/2m) Fashionable. Yard 1 from 7 with 2-y-o newcomers this season. TFR BHA-
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 NAUGHTY AT FORTY (IRE) (-) 8-13 (8)
Br B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Scarlet Plum Clifford Lee J
O Mr Eamon Kelly Adrian Nicholls, Sessay T
B Thomas Whelan & Amanda Brudenell Adrian Nicholls Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW £28,000 yearling, Kodi Bear filly. Sister to 3 winners, including useful 6f winner Scarlet Bear and winner up to 7f Elinor Dashwood. Dam maiden (stayed 1m). Yard 0-7 with 2-y-o newcomers last 12 months
8 ROMAN CRYSTAL (IRE) (14) 654 8-13 (2)
Br B f Shaman (IRE) - Clare Island (IRE) Lewis Chalkley (7) J
O The Lee Westwood Racing Partnership Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T B Rossenarra Bloodstock Ltd Stittenham Farms S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed much more than previously when fourth of 8 in novice at York 2 weeks ago but needs to take another step forward.
9 TRUST IN FAR (IRE) (42) 000 8-13 (4)
Br B f Blackbeard (IRE) - Irishstone (IRE) Jonny Peate J
O Mr Simon Boucher Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall T
B Edergole Thoroughbred Ltd Far Logistics Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Little form in 3 starts.
2025: LIFEPLAN (IRE) 2 9 1 Zak Wheatley 5-1 (Declan Carroll) 12 ran Running for the first time since Gelding No 1.
BHA38
PROBABLE S.P.’s EVENS Blessed Voyager (IRE), 7-2 Statten Island (IRE), 10-1 Meccapulco (IRE), 16-1 Blakey Ridge (IRE), Dodgem (GB), Roman Crystal (IRE), 28-1 Naughty At Forty (IRE), 150-1 Spruce (GB), 300-1 Trust In Far (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW BLESSED VOYAGER made a winning start in what has turned out to be a decent maiden at Newbury in April and has been found an excellent opportunity under a penalty on his first outing since. Statten Island is worth another chance to confirm debut promise and is a clear next best.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.BLESSED VOYAGER (IRE) 2.STATTEN ISLAND (IRE) 3.MECCAPULCO (IRE)
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THIRD RACE 3.05 6f
The Ruby Lodge Care Home In Thirsk
Nursery Handicap Stakes (Class 6)
for two yrs old Total prize fund £6500 Declared Runners 12 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2684, 2nd £1342, 3rd £671, 4th £335, 5th £168 (Penalty Value £3402.10)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D O’Meara (35 wins from 208 runners, 17%) runs MARDY BUM
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 68 runners, 12%) runs INNS AND OUT & LAIRY MARY
Longest Traveller: CRYSTAL KRAKEN trained by D Cunha, Newmarket, 185 miles
Raceform Median Time: 1 min 12.10 secs Record Time: 1 min 9.20 secs - Westcourt Magic - 25th August 1995, Good to Firm
1 LADY DUBLIN (GB) (9) 44631 D 10-1 (in 6lb ex) (4)
Br B f Ardad (IRE) - Increasing (IRE) Jake Dickson (5) J
O Legacy Racing & Ollie Pears Ollie Pears, Malton T
B Mr Tom Hennessy
TIMEFORM VIEW Benefited from the drop back in trip/first-time headgear when making a winning nursery debut at Catterick 9 days ago, totally dominant in a modest race Can defy penalty. TFR BHA65 (+6)
2 EEVEE STAR (GB) (21) 355 9-9 (6)
Br Ch f Showcasing - Choux (IRE) Ryan Sexton J
O RD Gaming Ltd Edward Bethell, Middleham T
B Mr C. Kiely
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed promise amidst greenness when third on Ripon debut in May. Regressed next 2 starts but no surprise if she bounced back now handicapping. TFR BHA65
3 INNS AND OUT (IRE) (29) 536 9-6 (1)
Br B g Inns of Court (IRE) - Keska Jason Hart J
O S Bulmer, P Hebdon & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Phillistown House Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability first 2 starts before stamina seemingly stretched over 7f at Newcastle last time Opening mark looks a fair one and return to 6f will suit. TFR BHA62
4 MARDY BUM (IRE) (9) 60433 BF 9-6 (9)
Br B f No Nay Never (USA) - Cheshire Plain (FR) Mark Winn J
O Highbank Stud & Partner David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Highbank Stud LLP GAIN Equine Nutrition S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made more of an impact when third at Catterick on nursery debut but disappointed there the following week. Should be suited by this trip TFR BHA62 (-1)
5 ENEMY ACTION (IRE) (20) 603 9-5 (3)
Br B g Cotai Glory - Klass Action (IRE) Harry Russell J
O Ownaracehorse Steve Anson & O Pears Ollie Pears, Malton T
B Murcot Investments
TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on debut at second attempt when third at Beverley 3 weeks ago, though was still beaten nearly 7 lengths. More needed again to defy opening mark. TFR BHA61
6 CLARET AND BLUES (GB) (17) 5366 9-5 (11)
Br Ch c Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Rhal (IRE) Ethan Tindall (5) J
O Mr A Tattersall & Partner Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Not progressing and struggled off a stiff opening mark at Pontefract 17 days ago TFR BHA61
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 LIVEADREAM (GB) (32) 042 9-4 (8)
Br B f Ardad (IRE) - Mary Mount Sam James J
O Nick Bradley Racing 13 & P J Makin Phillip Makin, Leyburn T
B Mr Nicholas a Conway Racing Partners S
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held in Redcar maiden on debut but offered more in sellers next 2 starts, just denied at Musselburgh last month. Opening mark is fair but drop back in trip is the big question mark. TFR BHA60
8 CRYSTAL KRAKEN (GB) (50) 0035 9-4 (2)
Br B f Soldier’s Call - Spirited Girl (IRE) Rossa Ryan J
O The Crystal Crew Dylan Cunha, Newmarket T
B Mr Jason Parkin
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed ability last 2 starts and should prove more competitive now handicapping. TFR BHA60
9 LAIRY MARY (GB) (16) 036164
9-4 (10)
Br Ch f Tasleet - Fantalope Duran Fentiman J
O Mr Craig Wilson & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Habton Racing Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Advanced her form when getting off the mark at the fourth attempt in claimer at Beverley (5f) in May. Not beaten far despite racing freely on nursery debut at Catterick last time but she’ll need to settle better over this extra 1f TFR BHA60 (-1)
10 TRUST HAVANA (IRE) (27) 006
8-10 (12)
Br Gr f Havana Grey - Duo Sono (IRE) Jonny Peate J
O Mr Simon Boucher Gary Hanmer, Tattenhall T
B Pipe View Stud Far Logistics Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Well held all 3 starts TFR BHA52
11 BEA KINDLY (GB) (69) 060
8-9 (5)
Br B f Caturra (IRE) - Kindly William Pyle J
O Mr S. Rain Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor T
B R T Heayns-Corrick Probio Energy International Ltd, SWR Trading Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has offered little in her 3 starts so far TFR BHA51
12 SPIRIT OF MARY (GB) (17) 0043
8-3 (7)
Br B f Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Suddenly Love Aiden Brookes J
O MPS Racing & Partners Ben Haslam, Middleham T
B Philip Wilkins
TIMEFORM VIEW Fared better than previously switched to a nursery when third at Pontefract, though without looking any better than the result. TFR BHA45
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st-lb Draw Colours No Horse
st-lb Draw
2025: GO VICTOR (IRE) 2 9 7 Kevin Stott 4-1 (Stella Barclay) 8 ran Hood worn by No 4. Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 3-1 Lady Dublin (GB), 13-2 Inns And Out (IRE), 15-2 Crystal Kraken (GB), 9-1 Liveadream (GB), 10-1 Mardy Bum (IRE), 12-1 Eevee Star (GB), Lairy Mary (GB), 16-1 Enemy Action (IRE), 18-1 Spirit of Mary (GB), 22-1 Claret And Blues (GB), 50-1 Trust Havana (IRE), 66-1 Bea Kindly (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW LADY DUBLIN showed big improvement when making a winning nursery debut in good style at Catterick 9 days ago so holds obvious claims under a penalty. Inns And Out is feared most ahead of Eevee Star. TIMEFORM
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FOURTH RACE 3.40 1m 6f
The Graham
Lee
Injured Jockeys’ Fund Donate Today Handicap Stakes (Class 5)
for three yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £8000 Declared Runners 5 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206 (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D O’Meara (35 wins from 208 runners, 17%) runs TUPERO
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 68 runners, 12%) runs GIBSIDE
Longest Traveller: PORT GEORGE trained by O Greenall & J Guerrieo, Malpas, 126 miles
Raceform
Time: 3 mins 3.00 secs
1 GIBSIDE (GB) (27) 606030 D 7 10-0 (3)
Br B g Time Test - Ardbrae Tara (IRE) Jake Dickson (5) J
O Elsa Crankshaw & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Mickley Stud & Dermot Costelloe Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Versatile sort. Well positioned in modestly-run affair when third at Catterick. Wasn’t asked to lead when well below that level at York subsequently. Benefits from a sizeable drop in grade but very flimsy form so far this season. TFR BHA72
2 TUPERO (GB) (54) 124211 D 4 9-10 (2)
Br Ch g Frankel - Platane Mark Winn J
O Allan & Stella Stennett David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Wertheimer et Frere GAIN Equine Nutrition S
TIMEFORM VIEW Steadily progressive 4-y-o who resumed winning ways in good style at Redcar before following up in similar fashion at Nottingham in late May. Good claims to make it a hat-trick if returning from 8-week break in similar form. TFR BHA68
3 PORT GEORGE (GB) (325) 0206- 4 9-9 (4)
Br B g Golden Horn - Harbour of Hope (GER) Harry Russell J
O The Malpas Syndicate Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Malpas T
B G. B Partnership Dodson & Horrell Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Seen to maximum effect when runner-up in Windsor maiden (11.5f) second time up Turned in a lacklustre display on handicap bow at Southwell 10 months ago Hard to be confident he’ll belatedly build on his standout effort. TFR BHA67
4 GAELIC APPROACH (GB) (13) 121306 D BF 3 9-6 (1)
Br B g Masar (IRE) - Faughill (IRE) Jason Hart J
O Middleham Park Racing XXIII & Mr M Hulin Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Whitwell Bloodstock Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a fine start in 3-y-o handicaps, winning at Leicester/ Redcar before finishing 5 1/4 lengths third in a much better race at Doncaster. Has run a couple of below-par efforts in open company since but the one to beat if recapturing his previous form. TFR BHA75
5 TWILIGHT SAFARI (GB) (15) 460-034 4 9-4 (5)
Br B g Mohaather - Handana (IRE) Aiden Brookes J
O M.H.O.G.Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Wilgerbosdrift (UK) Ltd Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fair maiden for Harry Eustace last year Flattered in a couple of staying handicaps for current yard in recent months. Needs more to capitalise on falling mark. TFR BHA62
2025:NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Tongue Strap worn by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 7-4 Tupero (GB), 5-2 Gaelic Approach (GB), 5-1 Gibside (GB), 13-2 Twilight Safari (GB), 12-1 Port George (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW GAELIC APPROACH has the strongest form in the book and could deny Tupero a hat-trick if back on song.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.GAELIC APPROACH 2.TUPERO 3.GIBSIDE
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
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FIFTH RACE 4.18 6f
The NRFC Leading Roof Excellence Fillies’ Handicap Stakes (Class 5)
for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares Total prize fund £8000 Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money. 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206 (Penalty Value £4187.20) Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (32 wins from 552 runners, 6%) runs CANARIA QUEEN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Beckett (12 wins from 43 runners, 28%) runs ZOOELLA
Longest Traveller: ZOOELLA trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 265 miles
Raceform
1 ZIGGY’S QUEEN (IRE) (16) 100056 D 5 10-0 (2)
Br B m Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Iron Lady (IRE)Ethan Tindall (5) J
O Middleham Park Racing CXVII Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B Michael Buckley & Irish National Stud Middleham Park Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a fine all-weather campaign, producing a striking turn of foot (despite a typically awkward head carriage) to get up at Lingfield in February. Hasn’t been in the same form back on turf last 4 starts, however TFR BHA69
2 ZOOELLA (IRE) (11) 3234-1 D 3 9-13 (in 6lb ex) (1)
Br Ch f Zoustar (AUS) - Brogan Rossa Ryan J
O Chasemore Farm Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down T
B Chasemore Farm Chasemore Farm LLP S
TIMEFORM VIEW Returning from 7 months off, showed much improved form making only her second handicap start at Lingfield 11 days ago, easily making all The one to beat under a penalty. TFR BHA67 (+9)
3 CANARIA QUEEN (GB) (18) 122155 6 9-12 (4)
Br Bl m Pastoral Pursuits - Gran Canaria Queen Duran Fentiman J
O The Senators Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Habton Farms Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Kept busy and thriving this season, winning 3 times, including at Hamilton last month. Not in same form next 2 starts, though ran in a higher grade than necessary at Ripon last time TFR BHA67
4 EARTHA (GB) (13) 40/000-5 4 9-10 (3)
Br B f Land Force (IRE) - Bimbo Harry Russell J
O Lady Halifax & Lord Halifax Richard & Peter Fahey, Malton T
B Lady Halifax
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful juvenile winner in 2024. However, had an underwhelming 3-y-o season and well held after a year off at Hamilton 2 weeks ago. Headgear on. TFR BHA65
5 TAYGAR (IRE) (11) 022242 D 5 9-9 (6)
Br B m Churchill (IRE) - Leoube (IRE) Jason Hart J
O TG Racing Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Sean Ronan & Caroline Hanly Denton Hall Racing Ltd, H. Taylor & Sons S
TIMEFORM VIEW Has been knocking on the door this season, including when second at Ayr 11 days ago. Should be firmly in the mix again. TFR BHA64
6 CELTIC ARROW (FR) (23) 3422 3 9-7 (8)
Br Ch f Persian King (IRE) - Freccia Ryan Sexton J
O Stuart Boyd & Niall O’Keeffe Julie Camacho, Malton T
B Scuderia Del Giglio Sardo Srl David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Stepped up on previous form back from 4 months off when just failing to make a winning handicap bow over C&D 23 days ago Remains unexposed after just 4 starts. TFR BHA67
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 MISS RAINBOW (IRE) (2) 521033 CD BF 5 9-5 (7)
Br B m Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Allegrina (IRE) William Pyle J
O The Outrageous Partnership Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor T
B Miss Elaine Marie Smith Probio Energy International Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Won over 5f here in June and decent placed efforts last 2 starts, including at Catterick on Wednesday. Respected given good record here TFR BHA60
8 LOVE ALIVE (GB) (29) 150630 3 9-2 (9)
Br B f Havana Grey - Anadolu (IRE) Alistair Rawlinson J
O Mr J. Butler John Butler, Newmarket T B Hazelwood Bloodstock Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Narrow winner off a higher mark at Wolverhampton in February for Martin Dunne Just the one decent effort for Jessica Macey and has since changed yards again, though new trainer in top form.
TFR BHA62
9 OASIS COVER (GB) (6) 56-3020 3 9-0 (5)
Br B f Oasis Dream - Soft Cover Aiden Brookes J
O Mr Anthony Bithell Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Robert Cornelius Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Suited by step back up to 6f when good second at Redcar on final start for Edward Bethell but well held starting out for this yard at Ripon last week. TFR BHA60 (-1)
2025: MISS RAINBOW (IRE) 4 9 1 William Pyle 4-1 (Tracy Waggott) 9 ran Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Visor worn by No. 7. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 15-8 Zooella (IRE), 5-1 Taygar (IRE), Celtic Arrow (FR), 8-1 Miss Rainbow (IRE), 12-1 Canaria Queen (GB), 16-1 Love Alive (GB), 22-1 Ziggy’s Queen (IRE), 33-1 Eartha (GB), 40-1 Oasis Cover (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW ZOOELLA looked a different proposition when easily making all on her return at Lingfield 11 days ago and is the one to beat under a penalty. Fellow 3-y-o Celtic Arrow went close to making a winning handicap debut over C&D this month and rates the main threat ahead of Taygar, who has hit the crossbar several times this season.
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SIXTH RACE 4.53 1m 4f 8y
The
JW4X4
Northallerton Handicap Stakes (Class 6)
for four yrs old and upwards Total prize fund £6500 Declared Runners 5 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2684, 2nd £1342, 3rd £671, 4th £335, 5th £168. (Penalty Value £3402.10)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): O Pears (8 wins from 68 runners, 12%) runs MAX OF STARS Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Owen (13 wins from 39 runners, 33%) runs SIXTY PLUS
Longest Traveller: SIXTY PLUS trained by J Owen, Newmarket, 185 miles
1 SIXTY PLUS (IRE) (17) 606 6 9-9 (4)
Br Bl g Diamond Boy (FR) - Dam Royale (FR) Rossa Ryan J
O Terrahawks James Owen, Newmarket T
B Ballinaroone Stud Ltd
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive 4-time winner over hurdles last summer Caught the eye on qualifying run at Pontefract (66/1) earlier this month. On a very attractive opening mark given what he achieved over jumps Should capitalise with cheekpieces on for first time in this sphere TFR BHA64
2 WOLF OF BADENOCH (GB) (15) 004361 4 9-8 (3)
Br Ch g Pinatubo (IRE) - Miss Latin (IRE) Stevie Donohoe J
O Mrs B. A. Culhane Tony Culhane & Stella Barclay, Garstang T
B Mrs Fitri Hay Lancashire Racing Stables Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Had been expensive to follow before capitalising on a career-low mark in 11f handicap at Carlisle last time (first success since debut). Extra furlong may prove within range given he’s already outstaying his pedigree, but is probably worth opposing given his overall profile TFR BHA63
3 MAX OF STARS (FR) (36) 0/0613-2 CD 6 9-5 (2)
Br B m Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Mooizo (IRE) Harry Russell J
O Mrs S D Pearson & Ollie Pears Ollie Pears, Malton T
B Mr Jan Reus Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Free-going sort. Borderline fairly useful over hurdles. Sole Flat win came over C&D last autumn. Bettered that when runner-up at Ripon on the back of another breathing operation last month. Every chance if bouncing back from slightly disappointing hurdle run latest. TFR BHA60
4 DUBAI VENTURE (IRE) (17) 112-261 D 5 9-2 (5)
Br Ch g Masar (IRE) - Dubai One (IRE) Tom Eaves J
O Howard Thompson Tina Jackson, Loftus T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited S. M. Thompson Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Enhanced fine Pontefract record when readily landing a 0-53 handicap there last time. That’s likely to prove solid form for the grade, and he looks capable of running a big race off 4lb higher TFR BHA57
5 EDUCATE (GB) (10) 565633 D 5 9-0 (1)
Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Wordless (IRE) Aiden Brookes J
O Mr Anthony Bithell Micky Hammond, Middleham T
B Denford Stud Ltd Micky Hammond Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Strong in betting dropped into a 0-55 when 2 3/4 lengths third at Wolverhampton (1 1/2m) last time. That performance can be marked up following a tardy start, though may need a return to further to snap his losing run. TFR BHA55
2025: IDYLLIC 4 8 13 Paula Muir 5-1 (Wilf Storey) 7 ran Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 5-2 Sixty Plus (IRE), 3-1 Dubai Venture (IRE), 4-1 Max of Stars (FR), 9-2 Wolf of Badenoch (GB), 15-2 Educate (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW SIXTY PLUS looks to have been shrewdly campaigned by the excellent James Owen yard and can make a winning start in handicaps Dubai Venture and Max Of Stars are feared most.
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
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SEVENTH RACE 5.27 5f
The Racing Excellence Apprentice Handicap Stakes (Class 6) (Apprentice Training Race - Part Of The Racing Excellence Series)
for three yrs old and upwards
Total prize fund £6000 Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money. 1st £2477, 2nd £1239, 3rd £619, 4th £310, 5th £155. (Penalty Value £3140.40)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (32 wins from 552 runners, 6%) runs ALBEGONE
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (8 wins from 68 runners, 12%) runs ALBEGONE
Longest Traveller: SUNLIT SEA trained by Sir M Prescott, Newmarket, 185 miles
Raceform Median Time: 59.40 secs Record Time: 56.92 secs - Charlie Parks - 11th April 2003, Firm
1 MIDNIGHT LIR (IRE) (19) 60-0344 D 5 9-12 (3)
Br B g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Kerineya (IRE) Shay Farmer J
O Denton Hall Racing Ltd Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Padraig Williams Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Found run of good form coming to a halt when 4 lengths fourth of 7 at Ayr last time Losing sequence now closing in on 3 years, though he does at least benefit from a drop in grade TFR BHA60
2 SUNLIT SEA (GB) (9) 320-041 D 3 9-11 (in 6lb ex) (5)
Br B f Mehmas (IRE) - Starlit Sands Poppy Scott (3) J
O Miss K. Rausing Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket T
B Miss K. Rausing
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed much improved form when dominating a couple of rivals in refitted blinkers at Lingfield (5f) 9 days ago Should follow up under a penalty, provided she proves as tractable for stable’s 3lb apprentice TFR BHA57 (+7)
3 ALBEGONE (GB) (9) 523026 D 8 9-10 (6)
Br B g Alhebayeb (IRE) - Pacngo Jake Dickson J
O Mr D B & Mrs C Lamplough & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Habton Farms & Mr D. Lamplough Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Form of penultimate second in better race at Catterick (5f) hasn’t worked out.Well held over same C&D latest and hopes pinned on another change of headgear TFR BHA58 (-1)
4 IRISH DANCER (IRE) (9) 310230 CD 6 9-10 (7)
Br Ch g Galileo Gold - Catamaran (IRE) Hope Regan (7) J
O Mr P. Ziegler Declan Carroll, Malton T
B Tally-Ho Stud T L Inns Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful in 0-55 at Catterick in May. Went close in first-time blinkers at Thirsk last month but headgear not had same effect following 2 starts TFR BHA58 (-2)
5 MARE OF LONDON (GB) (18) 35256-6 3 9-8 (8)
Br Gr f Havana Grey - Concello (IRE) Olivia Haines J
O URSA Major & Mark Walford Racing Club Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B The Concello Partnership Cube3 Construction, Bk Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Modest form at 2 for George Scott. Sold for only 5,000 gns last autumn. Should strip fitter for reappearance/stable debut at Ripon, though she still looks too high in the weights TFR BHA60
6 COUNTRY ARTISTE (IRE) (10) 5-60000 3 9-7 (9)
Br B f Supremacy (IRE) - Southern Gal (USA) Matthew Lloyd Slater J
O Yorkshire Racer Craig Lidster, Malton T
B Yeomanstown Stud Yorkshire Racer S
TIMEFORM VIEW Hasn’t come close to matching 2-y-o form in 5 outings for current yard, faring no better for addition of cheekpieces at Beverley last time TFR BHA59 (-3)
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 DABBLING (IRE) (10) 0-60543 3 9-4 (4)
Br B f Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Baylasan Finlay Bassett (7) J
O Ownaracehorse Steve Anson & Ollie Pears Ollie Pears, Malton T
B McCracken Farms
TIMEFORM VIEW Exposed sort who again hit the frame when 2 1/2 lengths third of 8 at Beverley (5f) last time This looks a better race, though. TFR BHA56
8 GWEN TENNYSON (IRE) (9) 0-03460 3 9-1 (2)
Br Ch f Starman - Gwen Lady Byron (IRE) Kyle McHugh J
O A Farrell Gemma Tutty, Northallerton T
B Morgan Cahalan Gemma Tutty Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Standout effort when third in thin novice at Catterick (5f). No impact in trio of handicap starts since TFR BHA53 (-3)
9 SO GRATEFUL (GB) (10) 00-0042 C D 8 8-13 (1)
Br B g Swiss Spirit - Bow Bridge Lewis Chalkley J
O Laura Mason Syndicate Racing Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton T
B Mrs A. Jarvis Stittenham Farms S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lost his way following success in similar event over 6f here last May. Back to form when runner-up from much-reduced mark at Beverley latest, emerging with extra credit given how the race unfolded. Entitled to go close off 1lb lower TFR BHA47 (+2)
2025: IRISH DANCER (IRE) 5 9 2 Harry Smith 11-8 (Declan Carroll) 6 ran Blinkers worn by No. 2. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 2-1 Sunlit Sea (GB), 7-2 So Grateful (GB), 7-1 Midnight Lir (IRE), 8-1 Dabbling (IRE), 12-1 Albegone (GB), 20-1 Irish Dancer (IRE), 25-1 Mare of London (GB), Country Artiste (IRE), 33-1 Gwen Tennyson (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW SUNLIT SEA channelled her exuberance to get off the mark at Lingfield last time, and a similar performance should see her defy a penalty. Course winner So Grateful looks the danger following his recent return to form at Beverley.
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