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Afternoon Racing
FIRST RACE 3.55 ™ 5f
The Paula Edward 50th Birthday Celebration EBF Fillies’ Novice Stakes (Class 4) (GBB
Race)
for novice two yrs old fillies ™ Total prize fund £9000 ™ Declared Runners 11 Owners Prize Money 1st £3716, 2nd £1859, 3rd £929, 4th £464, 5th £232. (Penalty Value £4710.60)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (36 wins from 492 runners, 7%) runs PREMINISION & YOUFILLUPMYSENSES
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (6 wins from 32 runners, 19%) runs POLLY DARLING Longest Traveller: FILLY FODEN trained by A Haynes, Newmarket, 185 miles
Raceform Median Time: 59.40 secs Record Time: 57.20 secs - Proud Boast - 5th August 2000, Good to Firm
1 BELLA DELIZIA (GB) (-) 9-2 (6)
Br B f Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Delizia (IRE) Faye McManoman J
O Martin Webb Racing Nigel Tinkler, Malton T
B Mickley Stud & the Late Lady Lonsdale WJ Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 3. 32,000 gns foal, £65,000 yearling, Ubettabelieveit filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 5f winner Fabiosa and 7f winner Dee See Are. Dam 2-y-o 5f winner. Shouldn’t lack for speed if pedigree is any guide TFRHHHII BHA-
2 COURAGEOUS SIOUX (GB) (-)
9-2 (9)
Br Br f Sioux Nation (USA) - Dutch Courage Frederick Larson J
O J & A Young (Racing) Limited Michael Appleby, Oakham T
B R. G. & T. E. Levin Jayplas S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled May 6. 80,000 gns yearling, Sioux Nation filly. Half-sister to several winners, including useful 7f/1m winner Encourageable and 7f winner Alreet Cha. Trainer capable of readying one TFRHHHII BHA-
3 FILLY FODEN (IRE) (10) 2 9-2 (11)
Br B f Ardad (IRE) - Some Spirit (IRE) Kieran O’Neill J
O MPR, Chris Rees, Tactful & Payne Alice Haynes, Newmarket T
B Ladyswood Farm & Stud LLP Middleham Park Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising sort. 8/1, second of 4 in novice at Musselburgh (5f, good) on debut 10 days ago Open to progress and she sets a fair standard for rest to aim at. TFRHHHHI BHA-
4 HARSWELL RIVER (IRE) (-) 9-2 (8)
Br B f River Boyne (IRE) - Princesse Eva (FR) Rowan Scott J
O Harswell Thoroughbred Racing I Roger Fell, Nawton T
B D. G. Iceton OR8 Wellness S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 7. River Boyne filly. Half-sister to winners abroad by Cable Bay and Soldier’s Call Dam, maiden (stayed 11.5f), half-sister to very smart 1 1/4m/10.4f winner Covert Love TFRHHIII BHA-
5 INVINCIBLE ANNIE (IRE) (-) 9-2 (2)
Br B f Invincible Army (IRE) - Essenza (IRE) Jason Hart J
O Lucy Cornwell & Roger Fell
Roger Fell, Nawton T
B D. G. Iceton OR8 Wellness S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 30. Invincible Army filly. Dam, 2-y-o 7f winner, half-sister to useful 2-y-o 5f winner It Dont Come Easy. Speedy pedigree TFRHHHII BHA-
6 LADY OF HONOUR (GB) (14) 0 9-2 (1)
Br B f Bungle Inthejungle - Society Guest (IRE) Gianluca Sanna (5) J
O Eco-Power Racing Seb Spencer, Malton T
B John Guest Racing Ltd Eco-Power Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW 80/1, too green to show anything when last of 17 in the Brocklesby at Doncaster (5f, good) on debut 14 days ago TFRHHIII BHA-
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 POLLY DARLING (GB) (-) 9-2 (7)
Br B f Showcasing - Spright
Clifford Lee J
O Mrs Polly Gibson & Miss Pollyanne Gibson K. R. Burke, Leyburn T B Whitsbury Manor Stud My Racing Manager Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 24. 110,000 gns yearling, Showcasing filly. Dam, 2-y-o 6f/6.5f winner, half-sister to useful winner up to 1m Morning Post. Early foal and represents leading stable, so lots to like. TFRHHHHH BHA-
8 PREMINISION (GB) (-)
(4)
Br B f Territories (IRE) - Illusions Sean Kirrane J
O Habton Racing Tim Easterby, Malton T B Bearstone Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled May 15. Territories filly. Half-sister to winner up to 6f Thankuappreciate and winner abroad by Adaay. Dam 2-y-o 1m winner out of useful 2-y-o 5f winner Romantic Myth.
Br B f Twilight Son - Caster Sugar (USA) Connor Beasley J
O Mr Frank Lowe Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Mrs Anita Wigan Magnus Homes S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 21. 10,000 gns foal, Twilight Son filly. Closely related to useful winner up to 9f Barleysugar and half-sister to 3 winners, including useful winner up to 12.5f Mukhayyam. Dam 1m-11f winner May need more time TFRHHHII BHA-
Br B f Magna Grecia (IRE) - Dubai Power Tom Eaves J
O Mr A. Whelan Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Mr Francisco Bernal
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 6. €32,000 foal, Magna Grecia filly. Closely related to winner up to 1m Escrick and half-sister to 3 winners, including smart winner up to 6f Flora of Bermuda. Dam 6f-1m winner. Likely sort. TFRHHHHI BHA-
11
YOUFILLUPMYSENSES (IRE)
(-)
9-2 (5)
Br B f Bungle Inthejungle - Princess Banu David Allan J
O Barmyblades II Tim Easterby, Malton T B Rathasker Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 20. £19,000 yearling, Bungle Inthejungle filly. Sister to 2-y-o 5f winners Jungle Inthebungle and Russellinthebushes and half-sister to several winners, including 5f winner The Nazca Lines Bred to be sharp
TFRHHHII BHA-
2024: MISS LAMAI (IRE) 2 9 2 Shane Gray 6-1 (K R Burke) 12 ran
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Karl Burke typically has his juvenile team well forward again and POLLY DARLING, an early foal and out of a speedy sort, looks a very likely candidate to go in at the first time of asking. Filly Foden showed plenty at Musselburgh and will attempt to put that experience to good use, with There’s A Chance another newcomer of interest.
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Today’s Sponsors
Our thanks go to all our sponsors for their support of today’s racing.
Chief Steward
Simon Connaway
Stewards’ Panel Chair
Alison Banks
Stewards
Alan Dempsey
Beth Dowswell
Philippa Hardy
Starters
Lee Jones
Phillip Dennis
Judge
Nicholas Hargreave
Clerk of the Scales
Wayne Burnell
Veterinary Officer
Mark Collins
Veterinary Surgeons
Hambleton Equine Clinic
Medical Officers
Dr Adams, Dr Evans & Dr Kilshaw
Equine Welfare & Integrity Officers
Leanne Asprey, Rachel Kirtley, Joe O’Gorman, Graham Gray
Betting Ring Manager
Mark Ryan
Commentator
Malcolm Tomlinson
Safeguarding Officers
Erin Boswell & Stephen Skillern
Safety Officer
Mark Skinn
Meet the Team
Race 1 1.25 1m 4f
1 Ancient Wisdom (FR) 9-2
2 Bellum Justum (IRE) 9-2
3 Dallas Star (FR) 9-2
4 Feigning Madness (GB) 9-2
5 Sunway (FR) 9-2
6 Tabletalk (IRE) 9-2
7 Divina Grace (IRE) 8-13
Race 2 2.00 7f
1 Betty Clover (GB) 9-2
2 Bright Times Ahead (IRE) 9-2
3 British Blue (GB) 9-2
4 California Dreamer (GB) 9-2
5 Duty First (GB) 9-2
6 Ellaria Sand (GB) 9-2
7 Enola Holmes (IRE) 9-2
8 Formal (GB) 9-2
9 Greydreambeliever (IRE) 9-2
10 Heavens Gate (IRE) 9-2
11 Hey Boo (GB) 9-2
12 Maw Lam (IRE) 9-2
13 Mountain Breeze (IRE) 9-2
14 Nardra (IRE) 9-2
15 Simmering (GB) 9-2
16 Time For Sandals (IRE) 9-2
Race 1 3.49 5f 215y
1 Cables Queen (GB) 9-9
2 Rogue Bullet (IRE) 9-4
3 The Hrse Horse (GB) 9-4
4 Gennadius (GB) 9-2
5 Repo Depo (GB) 9-0
Race 2 4.24 5f 60y
1 A’Ali G (GB) 9-7
2 Akabusi (GB) 9-7
3 Buenos Dias (IRE) 9-7
4 Alkuwarrior (IRE) 9-5
5 Dapper Charm (IRE) 9-5
6 Kesta (IRE) 9-5
7 The Boreham Bullet (IRE) 9-5
8 Blossom In The Air (GB) 9-0
9 Corniche Girl (IRE) 9-0
Race 3 4.59 5f 215y
1 Bernard Spierpoint (GB) 9-9
2 Professor Tickle (GB) 9-9
3 Zaman Daar (IRE) 9-8
4 Time Patrol (GB) 9-7
Race 1 4.05 5f 8y
1 Betweenthesticks (GB) 10-0
2 Match Play (GB) 9-10
3 Sergeant Mayer (IRE) 9-9
4 Bama Lama (GB) 9-9
5 Brian The Snail (IRE) 9-6
6 Northerner (IRE) 9-4
7 Dash Gordon (IRE) 9-1
Race 2 4.40 6f 18y
1 Midnight City (IRE) 9-9
2 Nightbird (IRE) 9-9
3 Frankies Dream (IRE) 9-8
4 Star Zia (GB) 9-7
5 Mr Cool (IRE) 9-7
6 Sweet Sonata (GB) 9-6
7 Alashos (FR) 9-4
NEWBURY
Race 3 2.35 7f
1 Al Qudra (IRE) 9-2
2 Aurora Majesty (IRE) 9-2
3 Chancellor (GB) 9-2
4 Diablo Rojo (IRE) 9-2
5 Jonquil (GB) 9-2
6 Noble Champion (IRE) 9-2
7 Rashabar (IRE) 9-2
8 Rogue Allegiance (IRE) 9-2
9 Saracen (FR) 9-2
10 Yah Mo Be There (GB) 9-2
Race 4 3.12 1m 7y
1 Son (GB) 9-12
2 Two Tempting (IRE) 9-11
3 Metal Merchant (IRE) 9-11
4 James McHenry (GB) 9-9
5 Arisaig (GB) 9-8
6 Inishfallen (IRE) 9-7
7 Silver Sword (GB) 9-7
8 Ebt’s Guard (GB) 9-6
9 Great Acclaim (GB) 9-6
10 Dragon Leader (IRE) 9-4
11 Urban Lion (GB) 9-3
12 Pearl Eye (GB) 9-2
13 Classic (GB) 9-2
14 Cogitate (IRE) 9-1
Race 5 3.45 1m 7y
1 Arctic Grey (IRE) 9-7
2 Beagle Bay (FR) 9-7
3 Crown of Oaks (GB) 9-7
4 Half Moon King (IRE) 9-7
5 Indian Spirit (IRE) 9-7
6 Killenaule (IRE) 9-7
7 King of Narnia (GB) 9-7
8 King Of The Sea (GB) 9-7
9 Ledanis (IRE) 9-7
10 Lola Moon (GB) 9-7
11 Mighty Boy (FR) 9-7
12 Nutmeg (IRE) 9-7
13 Point of Contact (IRE) 9-7
14 Spanish Train (GB) 9-7
Race 6 4.19 1m 3f
1 Al Wasl Storm (IRE) 9-7
2 Bryant (IRE) 9-7
3 Furthur (IRE) 9-7
4 Gold Cup Day (GB) 9-7
5 Ivatt (GB) 9-7
6 Kenneth (GB) 9-7
7 Opportunity (GB) 9-7
8 Whatcombe (IRE) 9-7
9 Schemaya (IRE) 9-2
BRIGHTON
5 Notre Maison (GB) 9-7
6 Roman Emperor (GB) 9-7
7 Shalaa Asker (GB) 9-6
8 Anglesey Lad (IRE) 9-1
9 Bear To Dream (IRE) 9-0
10 Tilsworth Ony Ta (GB) 8-13
11 Fast Flo (GB) 8-11
12 Edergole’s Gift (IRE) 8-11
13 Don’t Fight It (IRE) 8-11
Race 4 5.30 1m 3f 198y
1 Hamlet’s Night (IRE) 9-10
2 Candyman Stan (GB) 9-9
3 Carnival Day (IRE) 9-9
4 Macari (GB) 9-7
5 Pyrotechnic (FR) 9-6
6 Lexington Knight (IRE) 9-3
7 Early Morning Dew (FR) 9-0
8 Annexation (FR) 8-13
Race 5 6.00 1m 1f 207y
1 Seraphic (IRE) 9-9
2 Luna Effect (IRE) 9-8
3 Khangai (GB) 9-8
4 Sawgrass (GB) 9-6
5 Formal Address (GB) 9-3
6 Voix de Bocelli (GB) 9-3
7 The Cooleen (IRE) 9-1
8 Irezumi (GB) 9-0
9 Rivas Rob Roy (GB) 8-10
Race 6 6.30 7f 216y
1 Marsh Benham (IRE) 9-9
2 Sunny Corner (GB) 9-9
3 Shaw Park (IRE) 9-5
4 Otago (GB) 9-3
5 Blenheim Star (IRE) 9-3
6 Kracking (GB) 9-2
Race 7 7.00 7f 216y
1 Light Up Our Stars (IRE) 9-9
2 Flying Star (IRE) 9-8
3 Boujee Gold (GB) 9-6
4 Mudlahhim (IRE) 9-5
5 Invincible Navy (IRE) 9-4
6 We’renotreallyhere (GB) 9-3
NOTTINGHAM
Race 3 5.15 2m
1 Agathon (IRE) 9-9
2 Captain Potter (GB) 9-8
3 Incan Empire (IRE) 9-7
4 Fashionelle (IRE) 9-5
5 Toby Tops (GB) 9-3
Race 4 5.50 1m 75y
1 Hornsea Bay (GB) 9-8
2 Run With It (IRE) 9-8
3 Secret Theory (IRE) 9-8
4 Archivist (GB) 9-1
5 Mister Winston (GB) 9-1
Race 5 6.20 1m 2f 50y
1 Time Tells All (IRE) 9-9
2 Just An Hour (IRE) 9-9
3 Bobacious (GB) 9-8
4 Risen Again (FR) 9-7
5 Covert Legend (GB) 9-3
6 Mitigator (GB) 9-2
7 Muhib (GB) 8-13
8 Royal Observatory (GB) 8-11
Race 6 6.50 1m 75y
1 The New Bay Pearl (GB) 9-9
2 Sands of Indi (IRE) 9-8
3 Graduated (GB) 9-8
4 Manila Thriller (GB) 9-7
5 Coma Cluster (IRE) 9-6
6 Whizz By (GB) 9-6
7 Hot Like Me (IRE) 9-6
8 Hock Eye The Noo (GB) 9-3
Race 7 4.54 1m 2f
1 Metallo (IRE) 9-11
2 Westridge (FR) 9-9
3 Great Chieftain (IRE) 9-8
4 Roarin’ Success (GB) 9-7
5 Rockit Tommy (GB) 9-7
6 Morcar (GB) 9-4
7 Londoner (IRE) 9-4
8 Vaynor (IRE) 9-2
9 Sweet Reward (IRE) 9-2
10 Speriamo (GB) 9-2
11 Lone Piper (GB) 9-0
12 Parkland (IRE) 8-13
13 Expressionless (GB) 8-11
14 Uncle Dick (GB) 8-11
15 Yokohama (IRE) 8-9
16 Gozo (IRE) 8-9
7 Shop Local (IRE) 9-2
8 Repartee (IRE) 9-1
9 Rohilla (IRE) 9-1
Race 8 7.30 7f 216y
1 Hellavapace (GB) 9-9
2 Embarked (IRE) 9-7
3 Comedian Leader (GB) 9-5
4 Got No Dollars (IRE) 9-4
5 Havana Mojito (GB) 9-3
6 Heer’s Sadie (GB) 9-2
7 Maguire (GB) 9-1
8 Irrelevant (IRE) 9-1
9 Cammy (IRE) 9-1
Race 7 7.20 1m 75y
1 Mr Jetman (IRE) 9-9
2 Hostelry (GB) 9-8
3 Edvard Grieg (IRE) 9-8
4 Back From Dubai (IRE) 9-6
5 Evoluir (IRE) 9-6
6 Pinjarra (IRE) 9-5
7 Fifty Sent (GB) 9-4
8 First Encounter (GB) 9-3
9 Venus Slipper (IRE) 9-3
10 Star of Atlantis (IRE) 9-3
11 Glencalvie (IRE) 9-3
12 Limelight (GER) 9-0
50th BirthdayPaula HAPPY
from John, Macy,
Olivia and all your family and friends.
Have a great day. y da
SECOND RACE 4.30 ™
7f
The George Sewell 70th Birthday Celebration Maiden Stakes (Class 5) (GBB Race)
for maiden three yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £8000 ™ Declared Runners 15 Owners Prize Money 1st £3414, 2nd £1706, 3rd £854, 4th £426. (Penalty Value £4320)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (36 wins from 492 runners, 7%) runs ROSEMARY MAY & SOME BOY ME Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Owen (11 wins from 41 runners, 27%) runs FESTIVE TIME
Longest Travellers: CITY OF POETS trained by J Tate, MONTPELLIER trained by J Ferguson, FESTIVE TIME trained by J Owen, all Newmarket, 185 miles
Raceform Median Time: 1 min 28.50 secs Record Time: 1 min 22.80 secs - Silver Haze - 21st May 1988, Firm
1 DESERT OF THE SEA (IRE) (166) 60- 4 10-2 (14)
Br B g Footstepsinthesand - Dame d’Honneur (IRE) P. J. McDonald J
O Mrs James Bethell Edward Bethell, Middleham T
B Eimear Mulhern
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced gelding. 150/1, eighth of 13 in maiden at Galway (7f, heavy). Off 166 days First run for yard after leaving J. F. Levins TFRHHIII BHA-
2 A WAR EAGLE (IRE) (71) 3-4
3 9-2 (7)
Br B c Make Believe - Rohesia Callum Rodriguez J
O La Perigrina and Ballylinch Edward Bethell, Middleham T
B Mr Patrick Cosgrove
TIMEFORM VIEW Promising debut fourth at Wolverhampton. Fourth of 8 in maiden at Newcastle (7.1f, 4/1) 71 days ago, seeing unsuited by the drop in trip Hood on first time TFRHHHII BHA-
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth foal, half-brother to 5f winner Popular Dream (by Oasis Dream). Dam unraced half-sister to smart performers around 1 1/2m Policy Maker and Place Rouge and smart French stayer Pushkin. Newcomer for respected connections
4 FESTIVE TIME (GB) (8) 50
TFRHHHII BHA-
3 9-2 (8)
Br B c Oasis Dream - Unex Mona Lisa Tom Eaves J
O The Gredley Family James Owen, Newmarket T
B Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd Unex Group S
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced colt. 25/1, last of 8 in novice at Leicester (7f, good) 8 days ago. Cheekpieces on for first time.
TFRHHIII BHA-
5 HAVACHOC (GB) (8) 0
3 9-2 (1)
Br Ro g Havana Gold (IRE) - White Chocolate (IRE) Oliver Stammers J
O Ambrose Turnbull and Partner Grant Tuer, Northallerton T
B The Rumble Racing Club - White Chocolate
TIMEFORM VIEW Seventh of 9 in novice (80/1) at Southwell (7.1f) on debut 8 days ago.
TFRHHIII BHA-
6 ILLUMINATOR (IRE) (-)
3 9-2 (12)
Br B g Earthlight (IRE) - Chastushka (IRE) Sam James J
O Pau - Perth Partnership K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B Powerstown Stud Ltd
KB Spigot Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW €23,000 foal, Earthlight gelding. Half-brother to winner up to 1 1/4m Livia The Empress and 1m winner Eastern Charm. Dam 2-y-o 1m winner who stayed 1 1/4m. Highly respected on debut. TFRHHHHI BHA-
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 MAO SHANG WONG (IRE) (-) 3 9-2 (11)
Br B g Too Darn Hot - Moment of Silence (IRE) David Nolan J
O JCG Chua & Akela Thoroughbreds Limited David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Forenaghts Stud Akela Plant Hire Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW €72,000 yearling, €110,000 2-y-o, Too Darn Hot gelding. Dam, 7f winner, half-sister to useful 1m winner Irish Territory. Makes plenty of appeal on paper TFRHHHHH BHA-
8 MONTPELLIER (GB) (-) 3 9-2 (6)
Br B g Wootton Bassett - Mabs Cross Daniel Muscutt J
O Qatar Racing Limited James Ferguson, Newmarket T
B Qatar Bloodstock Ltd Tweenhills Farm & Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Wootton Bassett gelding. Dam multiple 5f winner, including Prix de l’Abbaye Didn’t race at 2 yrs but bred to be sharp TFRHHHHI BHA-
9 RENEWABLE DREAM (GB) (127) 63- 3 9-2 (13)
Br B or Br g Bated Breath - Elizabeth Bennet (IRE) Gianluca Sanna (5) J
O Eco-Power Racing Seb Spencer, Malton T
B Mr & Mrs T O’Donohoe Eco-Power Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced gelding who showed a little more than on debut when third of 9 in novice at Newcastle (6f, 25/1). Off 127 days TFRHHHII BHA-
10 SOME BOY ME (GB) (8) 6-0 3 9-2 (15)
Br Ch g Al Kazeem - Play Street Sean Kirrane J
O Habton Racing Tim Easterby, Malton T
B The Hon Mrs R. Pease & Anthony Boswood Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Twice-raced gelding. Eighth of 9 in novice at Southwell (7.1f, 125/1) 8 days ago.
TFRHHIII BHA-
11 MORNING ANGEL (GB) (346) 4- 3 8-11 (9)
Br B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Genuinely Crowded (IRE) Cam Hardie J
O Ms M. Austerfield Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Harry Bocker Mark Walford Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourth of 5 in maiden at Pontefract (5f, soft, 9/1) on debut, slowly away. Off 11 months. Significantly up in trip.
TFRHHHII BHA-
12 PINK AZALEA (IRE) (184) 0- 3 8-11 (5)
Br B f Elzaam (AUS) - Kaplinsky (IRE) Jason Hart J
O Mrs Michael Bletsoe John & Sean Quinn, Malton T
B John R. Jeffers JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Held back by inexperience when seventh of 9 in maiden (25/1) at Southwell (7.1f) on debut. Off 6 months Should improve
HHHII BHA-
Colours No Horse
13 REENIE’S DREAM (GB) (-) 3 8-11 (4)
Br B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Chinaconnection (IRE) Andrew Breslin (3) J
O Woodcock Electrical Limited Bryan Smart, Hambleton T
B Woodcock Electrical Limited Woodcock Electrical Limited, Bryan Smart Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Nathaniel filly. Half-sister to 5f winner Zoom Star and 6f winner Beale Street. Dam unraced.
TFR
14 ROSEMARY MAY (IRE) (8) 0 3 8-11 (3)
Br B f Awtaad (IRE) - Rawaaq David Allan J
O Reality Partnerships XVIII Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Grenane House Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 9 in novice at Southwell (7.1f, 100/1) on debut 8 days ago, not knocked about. TFR
15 SHE’S A GOLDIGGER (GB) (13) 0 3 8-11 (2)
Br Gr f Land Force (IRE) - Miss Goldsmith (IRE) Andrew Mullen J
O 4Racing Owners Club Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Angela Bennett & Highclere Stud Mark Walford Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Eighth of 11 in novice at Doncaster (7f, good, 200/1) on debut 13 days ago, slowly away and always behind.
TFRHHIII BHA-
2024: NEVER SO BRAVE (IRE) 3 9 3 Saffie Osborne 8-11 (Sir Michael Stoute) 12 ran Hood worn first time by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 4. Running for the first time since Gelding No 1, 5, 6, 7, 8.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 4-1 Illuminator (IRE), 11-2 A War Eagle (IRE), City of Poets (IRE), 7-1 Mao Shang Wong (IRE), Montpellier (GB), 16-1 Reenie’s Dream (GB), 20-1 Renewable Dream (GB), 22-1 Pink Azalea (IRE), 28-1 Morning Angel (GB), 33-1 Desert of The Sea (IRE), Havachoc (GB), 50-1 Festive Time (GB), 66-1 Some Boy Me (GB), 80-1 She’s A Goldigger (GB), 150-1 Rosemary May (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Those with form don’t set the bar too high so newcomers may dominate Mao Shang Wong, Illuminator, Montpellier and City of Poets all represent successful yards and are preferred in that order before market clues
TIMEFORM PREDICTION:
1.MAO SHANG WONG (IRE) 2.ILLUMINATOR (IRE) 3.MONTPELLIER
RESULTS
Race Time Distance 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
Abbreviations
BF - Beaten Favourite. C - Course Winner. D - Distance Winner. d - Disqualified.
The figure in brackets after each horse’s name indicates the days since it last ran.
THIRD RACE 5.05 ™ 7f
The British EBF Michael Foster Conditions Stakes
(Class 3)
for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £18000 ™ Declared Runners 6 Owners Prize Money 1st £7313, 2nd £3658, 3rd £1829, 4th £914, 5th £457, 6th £229. (Penalty Value £9277.20)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): D O’Meara (35 wins from 220 runners, 16%) runs RHOSCOLYN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (6 wins from 32 runners, 19%) runs FLIGHT PLAN
Longest Traveller: ARRAY trained by A Balding, Kingsclere, 239 miles
1 MOUNT ATHOS (GB) (17) 35016-1 CD 6 9-11 (2)
Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Ceaseless (IRE) Clifford Lee J
O Sheikh Rashid Dalmook Al Maktoum James Tate, Newmarket T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart gelding. C&D winner who returned with a career-best effort when adding to tally in 9-runner handicap at Kempton (7f) 17 days ago, well ridden. Must concede weight all round but he remains a major player TFRHHHHI BHA108
2 NORTHERN EXPRESS (IRE) (189) 252102- C D 7 9-8 (3)
Br Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Hint of A Tint (IRE) Paul Mulrennan J
O Sekura Group Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Mrs Sue Ann Foley Sekura Trade Frames Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart gelding. Course winner. 6/1, bit below form 1/2-length second of 6 to Grey’s Monument in Listed race at Redcar (7f, good to soft). Off 6 months and may just need this but he’s a credit to connections TFRHHHII BHA106
3 PABORUS (GB) (177) 4/1101- D 4 9-8 (5)
Br B g Recoletos (FR) - Patuano (IRE) Callum Rodriguez J
O The Yorbus Syndicate Edward Bethell, Middleham T
B Culworth Grounds Farm Pabasso Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Most progressive in 2024, winning 3 of 4 starts and seriously impressive for latest of them in 12-runner handicap at Southwell (7.1f), impressively. Off 177 days Likely to improve again as a 4-y-o TFRHHHHH BHA103
4 RHOSCOLYN (GB) (159) 001025- D 7 9-8 (4)
Br B g Territories (IRE) - Zeyran (IRE) Mark Winn J
O The Horse Watchers David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Mrs J. E. Laws Timeform S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful gelding. Latest win at Goodwood in September Respectable fifth of 9 in handicap (40/1) at Kempton (7f). Off 159 days and usually needs a couple of runs to put him spot on. TFRHHHII BHA100
5 ARRAY (IRE) (546) 221310/- 4 9-4 (6)
Br B c No Nay Never (USA) - Joyeuse P. J. McDonald J
O Juddmonte Andrew Balding, Kingsclere T
B Juddmonte Farms Ltd Juddmonte Farms Inc S
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful colt. 28/1, 12 1/4 lengths seventh of 8 to City of Troy in Dewhurst Stakes at Newmarket (7f, good to soft). Off 18 months and while he’s in top hands, others are more persuasive TFRHHHII BHA102
6 FLIGHT PLAN (GB) (129) 504005- D 5 9-4 (1)
Br B h Night of Thunder (IRE) - Romp Sam James J
O Fine Claret Racing,Mrs Burke & Mr C Wood K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B Miss K. J. Keir KB Spigot Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Smart horse Respectable 4 1/4 lengths fifth of 9 to Poker Face in Listed race (18/1) at Kempton (8f). Off 129 days but has good chance on these terms on the pick of form. TFRHHHHI BHA103
THE TIMEFORM VIEW Low-mileage 4-y-o PABORUS did his best to make up for lost time in 2024, winning 3 of 4 starts, the latest of them a smart performance when taking a handicap apart. Very much the type to go on again this year, he’s marginally preferred to Mount Athos, who has race fitness on his side
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.PABORUS 2.MOUNT ATHOS 3.FLIGHT PLAN
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Colours No Horse Age st-lb Draw
2024: SHARTASH (IRE) 4 9 4 Luke Morris 7-1 (Archie Watson) 5 ran
Tongue Strap worn by No 4.
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FOURTH RACE 5.40 ™ 7f
The Keith Till’S 60th Birthday Celebration
Handicap Stakes (Class 4)
for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £15000 ™ Declared Runners 14 Owners Prize Money 1st £6194, 2nd £3098, 3rd £1548, 4th £774, 5th £387 (Penalty Value £7851)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (36 wins from 492 runners, 7%) runs MYSTERYOFTHESANDS & QUEST FOR FUN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Candlish (3 wins from 29 runners, 10%) runs ALZAHIR
Weightwatcher: QUEST FOR FUN won off a handicap mark of 85, his rating is now down 6lb to 79.
Longest Traveller: STARLINER trained by Miss L Perratt, East Kilbride, 187 miles
Raceform Median Time: 1 min 28.50 secs Record Time: 1 min 22.80 secs - Silver Haze - 21st May 1988, Firm
1 ALZAHIR (FR) (13) 325-051 D 5 9-11 (1)
Br Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Cup Cake (IRE) Oisin Orr J
O Miss C. Dolan Jennie Candlish, Leek T
B Al Wasmiya Stud PRA World Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Recorded a smooth success in15-runner handicap (13/2) at Doncaster (7f, good) 13 days ago Should go well again under similar conditions here TFRHHHHI BHA87
2 IT JUST TAKES TIME (IRE) (154) 241101- CD 7 9-11 (9)
Br Br g Power - War Bride (GER) Jack Garritty J
O Go Alfresco Racing Partners Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Gervin Creaner Vale Engineering (York) Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 3 wins from his last 4 starts in 9-runner handicap at Doncaster (7f, heavy) in November, finding extra. Off 154 days but ran well on last season’s reappearance TFRHHHII BHA87
3 OBELIX (GB) (203) 245010- 5 9-10 (6)
Br B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - La Mortola Ryan Sexton J
O Nick Bradley Racing 26 & Julie Camacho Julie Camacho, Malton T
B Mr Graham Smith-Bernal David Roberts & Partners Insurance Brokers S
TIMEFORM VIEW Proved at least as good as ever when winning 13-runner handicap at Haydock (8.2f) in September but wasn’t in the same form at Ayr on final outing. Off 6 months TFRHHHII BHA86
4 KODI LION (IRE) (169) 213242- D 4 9-9 (2)
Br B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Moulane Lady (IRE) Alistair Rawlinson J
O Mrs J M Hadley & Mrs E Cash Racing Michael Appleby, Oakham T
B Dick Foley Premier Steak House S
TIMEFORM VIEW Signed off last season with a good second in 7-runner handicap at Newbury (7f, heavy). Subsequently sold from Charlie Fellowes for 90,000 gns and rates an interesting runner on this return to action. TFRHHHHH BHA85
5 RHYTHM MASTER (IRE) (14) 0506-50 D 7 9-8 (7)
Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Pastoral Girl
Sam James J
O Tom Goodair & Jimmy Kay Geoffrey Harker, Thirsk T
B Yeomanstown Stud AMG Engineering Supplies Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2022 and struggled to make an impact back on turf in a competitive handicap at Doncaster (8f, good) 14 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. TFRHHIII BHA84
6 COPPULL HALL LANE (GB) (182) 121060- D 4 9-8 (4)
Br B f Mayson - Ocean Boulevard
Callum Rodriguez J
O Mr David W. Armstrong Edward Bethell, Middleham T
B Highfield Farm LLP
Highfield Farm LLP S
TIMEFORM VIEW Had laid a good foundation in maidens/minor event and showed much improved form when making a winning handicap debut at Redcar (1m) in July. Down the field in the face of stiff tasks next 3 outings but could get back on track after 6 months off TFRHHHII BHA84
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 QUEST FOR FUN (GB) (154) 250053- C D 7 9-3 (13)
Br Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Craic Agus Spraoi (IRE) David Allan J
O Reality Partnerships Xvi Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Elwick Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner but winless last season for all that he shaped well on a few occasions Begins this campaign on an attractive mark if really to roll TFRHHHII BHA79
8 ANOTHER INVESTMENT (IRE) (13) 02033-0 D 6 9-2 (3)
Br B g Awtaad (IRE) - Mitzi Winks (USA) Faye McManoman J
O Rakjam & Partner Nigel Tinkler, Malton T
B Coseda Ltd Alexanders York S
TIMEFORM VIEW Nineteen runs since last win in 2023 but probably needed the run when 8 3/4 lengths tenth of 15 to Alzahir in handicap (33/1) at Doncaster (7f, good) 13 days ago Entitled to take a step forward. TFRHHHII BHA78
9 TROPEZ POWER (IRE) (13) 03-0050 D 6 9-2 (5)
Br B g Cotai Glory - Warm Welcome Jason Hart J
O Thistle and Rose Racing John & Sean Quinn, Malton T
B Michael McGlynn JJ Quinn Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Twelve runs since last win in 2024 and proved a little disappointing when 8 lengths ninth of 15 to Alzahir in handicap (8/1) at Doncaster (7f, good) 13 days ago TFRHHIII BHA78
10 KING OF FURY (IRE) (22) 43321-1 D 5 9-1 (12)
Br Ch g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Bequia (IRE) Sean Kirrane J
O Mr P. R. Blackett Michael Dods, Darlington T
B J. Hernon Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Picked off where he left off (for T. J. Kent) when winning 12-runner handicap at Southwell (7.1f) 22 days ago, driven out. Not taken lightly in hat-trick bid given there’s a good chance he’ll prove fully effective back on turf TFRHHHHI BHA77
Br B g Profitable (IRE) - Sovana (IRE) Connor Beasley J
O Anne Elliott and M Dods Michael Dods, Darlington T
B Corduff Stud Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Latest win at Redcar in September Well below form on heavy ground at Doncaster (7f, heavy) on final outing. May need this seasonal return. TFRHHHII BHA75
12 STARLINER (IRE) (14) 360452 D 4 8-10 (10)
Br B g Showcasing - Dawning (USA) Kieran O’Neill J
O Mr David Orr & Miss L A Perratt Linda Perratt, East Kilbride T B Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd North Allerton Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Wasted no time getting back to form when second of 9 in handicap (6/1) at Newcastle (7.1f) 14 days ago, clear of rest. Returns to turf for the first time in a whole. TFRHHHII BHA72
TIMEFORM VIEW Largely consistent last season and easy to excuse his final outing at Newmarket when below form. Still relatively unexposed at the trip and could go well if ready to roll TFRHHHHI BHA72
14 TOUCHWOOD (IRE) (22) 04600-3 D 7 8-6 (11)
Br B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Aaraamm (USA) James Sullivan J
O Mr David Edward Balfe Ruth Carr, Stillington T
B Mabaki Investments William Hill S
TIMEFORM VIEW Good 1 3/4 lengths third of 12 to King of Fury in handicap at Southwell (7.1f, 66/1) on return 22 days ago, settling better than usual Back up in grade. TFRHHHII BHA68
2024: NO CORRESPONDING RACE LAST YEAR
Hood worn by No. 3. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1, 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 14.
Stewards Note: COUNT PALATINE: Following its run on 26/10/2024 it was reported that the horse was feeling the long season.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 13-2 Alzahir (FR), 7-1 Kodi Lion (IRE), 17-2 King of Fury (IRE), 9-1 It Just Takes Time (IRE), 12-1 Quest For Fun (GB), Mysteryofthesands (GB), 14-1 Obelix (GB), Touchwood (IRE), 16-1 Coppull Hall Lane (GB), Starliner (IRE), 22-1 Tropez Power (IRE), 25-1 Rhythm Master (IRE), Another Investment (IRE), Count Palatine (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW A competitive handicap with the vote going to KODI LION, who was progressive for Charlie Fellowes last season and could go on again for his new yard this time around. Recent winner Alzahir seems likely to go well again, with hat-tricker seeker King of Fury and Mysteryofthesands others to consider
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FIFTH RACE 6.10 ™ 1m 4f 8y
The JW4X4 Northallerton Handicap Stakes (Class 3) (GBBplus Race)
for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £20000 ™ Declared Runners 9 Owners Prize Money 1st £8258, 2nd £4130, 3rd £2064, 4th £1032, 5th £516. (Penalty Value £10468)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (36 wins from 492 runners, 7%) runs MASEKELA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): Dr R Newland & J Insole (6 wins from 30 runners, 20%) runs ENSURED Longest Traveller: BALTIC trained by H Charlton, Beckhampton, 239 miles
1 MAJESTIC WARRIOR (IRE) (698) 141/- D 5 9-9 (6)
Br Ch h Churchill (IRE) - Zam Zoom (IRE) Clifford Lee J
O Mr Saeed Manana James Tate, Newmarket T
B Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on 2 of his 3 starts in the first half of 2023. Not seen since but still of interest given his lightly-raced profile TFRHHHII BHA89
2 ENSURED (IRE) (189) 511006- D 7 9-8 (8)
Br Ch g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Brazilian Bride (IRE) Ryan Kavanagh (5) J
O Urloxhey Racing Dr Richard Newland & Jamie Insole, Droitwich T
B Herbertstown Hse & Sunderland Holdings Coulthursts Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner last season who wasn’t disgraced when sixth of 10 in handicap at Southwell (12.1f). Off 6 months Visor back on. TFRHHHII BHA88
3 ARRANGE (IRE) (182) 040212- D 7 9-6 (5)
Br Gr m Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Watsdaplan (IRE) David Nolan J
O Mr & Mrs G.F. Hall Racing Martin Todhunter, Penrith T
B Ross Moorhead Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable type who opened who got back on the scoresheet at Haydock in August and ran at least as well when second of 10 in handicap at York (16.2f, heavy) next time, finishing tired. Off 6 months Back down in trip TFRHHHII BHA86
4 BALTIC (GB) (163) 111102- D 5 9-5 (3)
Br B g Frankel - Baltic Best (IRE) Callum Rodriguez J
O Beckhampton Stables and Fittocks Stud Harry Charlton, Beckhampton T
B Fittocks Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Completed a superb 5-timer at Newcastle in July. Put a lesser effort quickly behind him when second of 4 in 14f handicap at Southwell in October and has been gelded subsequently. Further improvement not ruled out this year TFRHHHHI BHA85
5 LADY LA FAY (IRE) (169) 342413- D 4 9-4 (1)
Br B f Camelot - Ajaadat Sam James J
O Newtown Anner Stud Farm K. R. Burke, Leyburn T
B Newtown Anner Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Ripon in September and not discredited when third of 10 in handicap at Newbury (10f, heavy, 10/3) on final outing. Off 169 days. Back up in trip TFRHHHII BHA84
6 KNIGHTSWOOD (IRE) (175) 450400- D 6 9-2 (7)
Br Ch g Decorated Knight - Neuquen (IRE) Joe Fanning J
O Brian Yeardley & Partner Charlie Johnston, Middleham T
B Irish National Stud Mare Syndicate Johnston Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2023 but on a good mark on pick of form and capable fresh. Needs considering. TFRHHHHH BHA82
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 FORZA ORTA (IRE) (231) 066000- D 7 9-2 (9)
Br B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Follow A Star (IRE) Rowan Scott J
O Highbank Stud Kevin Ryan, Hambleton T
B Highbank Stud LLP
TIMEFORM VIEW Tongue strap on for 1st time, creditable tenth of 20 in handicap at York (13.8f, good to firm, 80/1). Off 7 months but has gone well fresh before and this represents a drop in grade TFRHHHHI BHA82
8 SARATOGA GOLD (GB) (163) 432464- D 7 8-10 (4)
Br Ch g Mayson - Lady Sylvia Joanna Mason J
O Curzon House Partnership Kevin Frost, Newark T
B David J. Keast Kevin Frost Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Fourteen runs since last win in 2023 and soon brushed aside when well beaten at Southwell on final outing. Cheekpieces back on. TFRHHHII BHA76
9 MASEKELA (IRE) (210) 030550- 6 8-6 (2)
Br B g El Kabeir (USA) - Lady’s Purse James Sullivan J
O Green Racing Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Coolawn Stud Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Nineteen runs since last win in 2021. Generally below form in 2024 but was possibly unsuited by conditions at Chester on final start. TFRHHHII BHA72
2024: TWO BROTHERS 6 9 5 Billy Garritty 20-1 (Michael & David Easterby) 14 ran
Visor worn first time by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4, 8. Running for the first time since Gelding No 4.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 10-3 Baltic (GB), 4-1 Arrange (IRE), 13-2 Majestic Warrior (IRE), 15-2 Lady La Fay (IRE), 9-1 Knightswood (IRE), 12-1 Ensured (IRE), Forza Orta (IRE), 16-1 Saratoga Gold (GB), 18-1 Masekela (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW A chance is taken on KNIGHTSWOOD to end a long losing run. Charlie Johnston’s 6-y-o is down to an attractive mark on the pick of his form and is evidently very capable fresh having gone down fighting on his seasonal return in 2024. Baltic progressed well last season and it would be unwise to rule out further improvement this time around given his physique, whilst it’s also worth remembering he was unraced at 2 yrs. Arrange is a likeable type who warrants respect, too.
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AWARD WINNING PODCAST
SIXTH RACE 6.40 ™ 6f
The Barstewards Enquiry Supports Racing Handicap Stakes (Class 5) (Div I)
for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £8000 ™ Declared Runners 10 Owners Prize Money 1st £3303, 2nd £1652, 3rd £826, 4th £413, 5th £206. (Penalty Value £4187.20)
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (36 wins from 492 runners, 7%) runs BAY BREEZE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (3 wins from 42 runners, 7%) runs BAY BREEZE
Fancy That: P Midgley won this race in 2018 and 2022. The stable runs MILBANKE today.
Longest Traveller: BELL SHOT trained by M Appleby, Oakham, 133 miles
Raceform Median Time: 1 min 12.10 secs Record Time: 1 min 8.80 secs - Johayro - 23rd July 1999, Firm
1 MUSICAL TOUCH (IRE) (170) 54/3341- D 4 9-9 (5)
Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Ray of Light (IRE) Oisin Orr J
O Sporting Life Racing Club - R Fahey Richard Fahey, Malton T
B Mr Dermot Cogan
TIMEFORM VIEW Gambled on and showed improved form when off the mark in 10-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) in October, well on top finish. Off since but still unexposed and looks capable of following up from only a 4lb higher mark. TFRHHHHH BHA75
2 BELL SHOT (IRE) (59) 5634-25 D 6 9-7 (9)
Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Merry Me (IRE) Alistair Rawlinson J
O SBK Racing & B & J Parr Racing Ltd Michael Appleby, Oakham T
B Mrs Fitri Hay Parr, Sbk Computers Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Eleven runs since last win in 2024 but again ran respectably when fifth of 9 in handicap at Kempton (7f) 59 days ago, no extra only late on. Should remain competitive TFRHHHII BHA73
3 FILLY ONE (IRE) (21) 11/6-05 D 4 9-6 (3)
Br Ch f Calyx - Forever’s Girl P. J. McDonald J
O Bond Thoroughbred Limited Geoff Oldroyd, Pocklington T
B Bond Thoroughbred Limited Churchill Tyres S
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner who got back on track when fifth of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 21 days ago Should prove as effective on turf and merits consideration. TFRHHHHI BHA72
4 INGLEBY ARCHIE (IRE) (229) 301150- C 4 9-5 (10)
Br B g James Garfield (IRE) - Musicora Jack Garritty J
O Ingleby Bloodstock Limited Adrian Nicholls, Sessay T
B Rathbarry Stud Scott Bros Ltd, Adrian Nicholls Racing S
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 MUSCIKA (GB) (11) 4-13326 CD 11 9-4 (2)
Br B g Kyllachy - Miss Villefranche
Mark Winn J
O Gallop Racing I David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley T
B Dukes Stud & Overbury Stallions Ltd GAIN Equine Nutrition, Burn Fencing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW 3-time C&D winner who ran one of lesser races when sixth of 9 in handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 11 days ago Type to bounce back quickly.
TFRHHHII BHA70
8 ROUNDHAY PARK (GB) (175) 640050- D 10 9-3 (8)
Br Ch g Mayson - Brave Mave Faye McManoman J
O In For A Penny Partnership Nigel Tinkler, Malton T
B Mr James Munroe Alexanders York S
TIMEFORM VIEW Below form final 2 starts last season but possibilities from reduced mark if fully tuned up
TFRHHHII BHA69
9 TRAVIS (GB) (155) 450000- D 4 8-13 (4)
Br B g Advertise - Bazzana Sam James J
O Tykemeout Syndicate Geoffrey Harker, Thirsk T
B Manton Estate Racing
TIMEFORM VIEW Took a step back in the right direction when seventh of 9 in handicap at Newcastle (6f, 11/1) on final outing. Reappears from a 3lb lower mark and can’t be ruled out. TFRHHHII BHA65
10 NAVAL ACADEMY (GB) (175) 100000- 5 8-10 (1)
Br B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Nargys (IRE) Cam Hardie J
O Ms Austerfield, 8 Amigos, Mr J Burns Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Mark Walford Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended last season out of sorts so returns with plenty to prove
TFRHHHII BHA71
TIMEFORM VIEW Back-to-back winner in the summer, latterly here in July. Well below form at Ripon (5f, good to firm) on final start but could bounce back on this return to action.
5 MILBANKE (GB) (22) 413/40-0 D 6 9-5 (7)
Br B g Intello (GER) - Augusta Ada
David Nolan J
O Sandfield Racing Paul Midgley, Westow T
B L. C. & A. E. Sigsworth
TFRHHIII BHA62
2024: COLD STARE (IRE) 9 9 2 David Nolan 9-1 (David O’Meara) 13 ran
Visor worn by No 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2, 6, 9.
TIMEFORM VIEW Ran below-par on first run since leaving Julie Camacho when last of 12 in handicap (66/1) at Southwell (7.1f) 22 days ago. Needs to leave that well behind back on turf
TFRHHHII BHA71
6 BAY BREEZE (GB) (161) 463016- CD 6 9-4 (6)
Br B g Buratino (IRE) - Midnight Mojito
David Allan J
O Mr D. A. West & Partner Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Habton Farms Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who ended a long losing run at Nottingham in October but not in same form in a better race at Newmarket on final outing. Has gone well fresh before. TFRHHHII BHA70
PROBABLE S.P.’s 2-1 Musical Touch (IRE), 11-2 Bell Shot (IRE), 13-2 Filly One (IRE), 11-1 Muscika (GB), 12-1 Ingleby Archie (IRE), Travis (GB), 14-1 Bay Breeze (GB), 18-1 Milbanke (GB), 22-1 Roundhay Park (GB), 33-1 Naval Academy (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW MUSICAL TOUCH displayed a good change of pace to run down a pair of free-going sorts at Wolverhampton in October and a mere 4lb rise doesn’t look enough to prevent the follow up on that evidence Filly One should prove at least as effective on turf and needs considering with the step back up in trip looking a good move, while veteran Muscika is the type to bounce back quickly from a lesser effort.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.MUSICAL TOUCH (IRE) 2.FILLY ONE (IRE) 3.MUSCIKA
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SEVENTH RACE 7.10 ™ 6f
The Barstewards Enquiry Supports Racing Handicap Stakes (Class 5) (Div II)
for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £8000 ™ Declared Runners 10 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 (36 wins from 492 runners, 7%) runs CASH IN Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (3 wins from 42 runners, 7%) runs CASH IN Weightwatcher: ROCK OF ENGLAND won off a handicap mark of 82, his rating is now down 8lb to 74. Longest Traveller: MOJOMAKER trained by D Loughnane, Tern Hill, 146 miles
Raceform Median Time: 1 min 12.10 secs Record Time: 1 min 8.80 secs - Johayro - 23rd July 1999, Firm
1 ROCK OF ENGLAND (IRE) (22) 33425-5 CD 5 9-9 (8)
Br Ch g Unfortunately (IRE) - Miss Fay (IRE) David Nolan J
O Mr D. Padgett Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Mr & Mrs Reddy Coffey
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Eleven runs since last win in 2023. Creditable fifth of 9 in handicap (20/1) at Southwell (5f) 22 days ago Back up in trip and every inch a leading contender with that run under his belt. TFRHHHHH BHA74
2 HOVER
ON THE
WIND (IRE) (15) 31055-0 D 5 9-8 (4)
Br B g No Nay Never (USA) - Casila (IRE) Jason Hart J
O The Beer Stalkers & Partner Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Camas Park, Lynch Bages & Summerhill
TIMEFORM VIEW First run since leaving Chris Dwyer when last of 8 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f, 50/1) 15 days ago Needs to bounce back. TFRHHIII BHA73
3 CASH IN (GB) (155) 620051- 4 9-7 (9)
Br B g Profitable (IRE) - Roxelana (IRE) David Allan J
O Reality Partnerships III Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Doughty Investments Ltd Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Career best when winning 4-runner maiden (11/10) at Newcastle (5f) when last seen in November However, the second hasn’t done much for the form since and this 4-y-o is on a tough-looking mark back in handicap company. TFRHHHII BHA72
4 WRECK IT RYLEY (IRE) (192) 231040- D 5 9-6 (10)
Br Gr g Gutaifan (IRE) - Bucks Frizz (IRE) Sam James J
O Mr A J Smith Alan Brown, Malton T
B Doc Bloodstock Tote S
TIMEFORM VIEW Ninth of 11 in handicap (12/1) at Catterick (7f, soft) on final start of last season. Equipped with a first-time visor for this seasonal reappearance and he needs to get back on track. TFRHHIII BHA71
5 MOJOMAKER (IRE) (78) 4040-30 6 9-6 (1)
Br B g Mehmas (IRE) - Ajla (IRE) William Pyle (5) J
O David Lowe David Loughnane, Tern Hill T
B Tally-Ho Stud Galloways Bakers Ltd, Dave Loughnane Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW One win from 28 Flat runs 16/1, eighth of 12 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f) 78 days ago. Looks vulnerable. TFRHHIII BHA71
6 LORD ABAMA (IRE) (21) 65431-1 CD 6 9-5 (3)
Br Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Dancing Years (IRE) Sean Kirrane J
O Mrs K S Pratt, Mr P R Blackett, M Dods Michael Dods, Darlington T
B P. Henley,E. McDonnell & Pattern B/S Denton Hall Racing Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner Three wins from 12 runs last year Career best when winning 10-runner handicap at Newcastle (6f, 9/2) 21 days ago 5lb rise fair enough and he merits consideration. TFRHHHHI BHA70
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 TICKTYBOO (GB) (177) 420100- 4 9-4 (6)
Br B g Showcasing - Red Impact Rowan Scott J
O Martin Webb Racing Nigel Tinkler, Malton T
B Whitsbury Manor Stud WJ Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 12 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f, 33/1). Off 177 days and it’s probably best to look elsewhere TFRHHIII BHA69
8 HURT YOU NEVER (IRE) (199) 405000- D 6 9-2 (2)
Br B m Dandy Man (IRE) - Kyllarney Jack Nicholls (7) J
O A Nicholls & Bob Joy Adrian Nicholls, Sessay T
B Mount Coote Estates Adrian Nicholls Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 14 runs last year. 22/1, last of 11 in handicap at Redcar (5f, good). Off 6 months and she now finds herself with a bit to prove TFRHIIII BHA
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Br B g Brazen Beau (AUS) - Albany Rose (IRE) James Sullivan J O Ruth Carr Racing Club Ruth Carr, Stillington T
B M. E. Broughton William Hill S
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 13 runs last year. Sixth of 7 in handicap (10/1) at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 21 days ago Others make more appeal from a win point of view. TFRHHIII BHA63
10 CAPTAIN VALLO (IRE) (31) 410445 D 7 8-8 (5)
Br Ch g Mehmas (IRE) - Top Dollar Andrew Breslin (3) J
O Mr James Binks Phillip Makin, Leyburn T B Tally-Ho Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle in January. 5/1, fifth of 6 in handicap at Newcastle (7.1f) 31 days ago. Cheekpieces back on. Strike rate on turf is modest (1-22) and he’s likely to find one or two too good.
TFRHHIII BHA59 2024:(See Div 1)
Visor worn first time by No 4. Blinkers worn by No 6. Visor worn by No 1. Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 10.
Stewards Note: WRECK IT RYLEY: Following its run on 2/10/2024 it was reported that the horse had no more to give
PROBABLE S.P.’s 9-4 Lord Abama (IRE), 4-1 Rock of England (IRE), 11-2 Cash In (GB), 10-1 Captain Vallo (IRE), 12-1 Newyorkstateofmind (GB), 14-1 Mojomaker (IRE), 22-1 Wreck It Ryley (IRE), 25-1 Ticktyboo (GB), 28-1 Hover On The Wind (IRE), 40-1 Hurt You Never (IRE)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW The vote goes to ROCK OF ENGLAND, who shaped encouragingly over 5f on his reappearance at Southwell and he is taken to strike here with the return to this trip a plus Lord Abama has bagged Newcastle handicaps on his last two starts and he looks nailed-on for another big run, while Cash In is best of the rest.
TIMEFORM PREDICTION: 1.ROCK OF ENGLAND (IRE) 2.LORD ABAMA (IRE) 3.CASH IN
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Season Finale
EIGHTH RACE 7.40 ™ 6f
The Barstewards Enquiry Racing Podcast Handicap
Stakes (Class 6)
for four yrs old and upwards ™ Total prize fund £7000 ™ Declared Runners 20 Owners Prize Money 1st £2890, 2nd £1446, 3rd £722, 4th £361, 5th £181. (Penalty Value £3663.80) 7 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10.
FORM ANALYSIS - A CLOSER LOOK
Leading course trainer (20-25): T Easterby (36 wins from 492 runners, 7%) runs CANARIA QUEEN & TOUGH AT THE TOP Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (3 wins from 42 runners, 7%) runs CANARIA QUEEN & TOUGH AT THE TOP Longest Traveller: CARMARTHEN trained by L Perratt, East Kilbride, 187 miles
Raceform Median Time: 1 min 12.10 secs Record Time: 1 min 8.80 secs - Johayro - 23rd July 1999, Firm
1 BIBENDUM (GB) (31) 0-60654 4 9-9 (10)
Br B g Showcasing - Eminently Daniel Muscutt J
O New Vision Bloodstock and Miss J R Macey Jessica Macey, Doncaster T
B Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook Felston Consulting Limited S
TIMEFORM VIEW Remains a maiden after 16 Flat runs 9/2, fourth of 5 in handicap at Newcastle (5f) 31 days ago Likely to again find one or two too strong. TFRHHIII BHA55
2 MONSIEUR FANTAISIE (IRE) (12) 212001 D 7 9-9 (1)
Br B g Make Believe - Rachel Tiffany (USA) Joanna Mason J
O Mr G. Lavery Peter Niven, Malton T
B John Lyons & Make Believe Syndicate Fitzdares S
TIMEFORM VIEW 16/1, career best when winning 11-runner handicap at Wolverhampton (6.1f) 12 days ago, driven out. 4lb rise fair enough but the fact that he’s 0-16 is rather off-putting. TFRHHHII BHA55
3 MASTERCLASS (GB) (101) 35000-0 D 6 9-9 (12)
Br Gr g Lethal Force (IRE) - Kensington Gardens David Nolan J
O Ryan Chapman & Robert Parks Paul Midgley, Westow T
B Julia Scott, J.F. Dean, M.L.W Bell R&N Logistics & Daughters Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Eighteen runs since last win in 2023. Seventh of 8 in handicap at Newcastle (5f, 8/1). Off 101 days and others make more appeal TFRHIIII BHA55
4 CANARIA QUEEN (GB) (158) 003645- 5 9-8 (14)
Br Bl m Pastoral Pursuits - Gran Canaria Queen Sean Kirrane J
O The Senators Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Habton Farms Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Thirteen runs since last win in 2024. 4/1, respectable fifth of 10 in handicap at Redcar (6f, soft). Off 158 days and some of these rate more likely winners TFRHHIII BHA54
5 EMERALD ARMY (IRE) (147) 004312- 4 9-8 (4)
Br B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Sonnet (IRE) Conor Orr (3) J
O Mr P. Blyth Declan Carroll, Malton T
B Con Marnane
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Southwell in October Very good second of 12 in handicap at Wolverhampton (7.2f, 7/2) when last seen in November. Will be a danger to all if fully tuned-up for this TFRHHHHI BHA54
6 LADY OF THE GARR (IRE) (70) 233-124 BF 4 9-7 (19)
Br B f Mehmas (IRE) - Carsulae (IRE) William Pyle (5) J
O Tracy Waggott and Sally Booth Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor T
B Mr & Mrs A. & D. Flannigan
TIMEFORM VIEW Winner at Newcastle in January. Creditable fourth of 11 in handicap (16/5) at the same course (5f) 70 days ago 0-10 on turf but she’s pretty reliable and is not without each-way hope. TFRHHHII BHA53
BR Breeding J Jockey
O Owner T Trainer
B Breeder S Sponsor
7 CARMARTHEN (GB) (10) 3450-00 D 4 9-7 (16)
Br B f Havana Gold (IRE) - Tasman Sea Paul Mulrennan J
O Mr David Orr Linda Perratt, East Kilbride T
B Hillwood Bloodstock Ltd North Allerton Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Last of 10 in handicap (50/1) at Musselburgh (5f, good) 10 days ago and it’s easy enough to look elsewhere
8 CALAFRIO (GB) (155) 105220- CD 4 9-7 (2)
Br Gr f Le Brivido (FR) - Fire Orchid Brandon Wilkie (5) J
O The Invisible Man Partnership Philip Kirby, Richmond T
B Overbury Stallions & Conduit Farm Stud Philip Kirby Racing,Topspec Equine Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner. 11/4, eighth of 12 in handicap at Newcastle (5f), unable to sustain effort. Off 155 days Merits consideration.
HHHII BHA53
9 TICKETS (GB) (33) 6-31004 D BF 6 9-4 (8)
Br B g Aclaim (IRE) - Czarna Roza Andrew Mullen J
O Longdogs Brussel Sprouts Ben Haslam, Middleham T
B Mr S. Maresca
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle in January. Below form fourth of 9 in handicap back at that course (6f, 7/2) 33 days ago Others preferred.
10 EXCEED NOW (IRE) (42) 4400-00 4 9-4 (7)
Br B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Yourtimeisnow Dougie Costello J
O New Vision Bloodstock & G B Walford Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton T
B Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum Cube3 Construction Ltd S
TIMEFORM VIEW Tongue strap on for 1st time, eighth of 9 in handicap at Southwell (7.1f, 40/1) 42 days ago. Cheekpieces on 1st time. TFRHIIII BHA50
11 TOUGH AT THE TOP (IRE) (8) 5-560 4 9-4 (17)
Br B g U S Navy Flag (USA) - Dundel’S Spirit (IRE) David Allan J
O Mr E. A. Brook Tim Easterby, Malton T
B Con Harrington Easthorpe Hall Stud S
TIMEFORM VIEW Lightly-raced maiden. Eighth of 9 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f, 16/1) 8 days ago. Blinkers on 1st time.Yard also saddles Canaria Queen and the market should offer clues as to which is the better-fancied of the pair
TFRHIIII BHA50
12 SHE’SASHAMBLES (IRE) (23) 25-3063 CD 4 9-3 (11)
Br B f Profitable (IRE) - Glen Ginnie (IRE) Rowan Scott J
O P. J. Makin Phillip Makin, Leyburn T B Lynn Lodge Stud
TIMEFORM VIEW One win (over C&D) from 22 Flat runs Below form third of 7 in minor event (11/4) at Newcastle (6f) 23 days ago Not without each-way hope TFRHHHII BHA49
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13 ARLINGTON (GB) (8) 262024 D 4 9-3 (5)
Br Ch g Washington DC (IRE) - Nizhoni (USA) Andrew Breslin (3) J
O Mr B. Smart Bryan Smart, Hambleton T
B Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd Tote, Bryan Smart Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW Respectable fourth of 9 in handicap at Southwell (6.1f, 13/2) 8 days ago. Can give a good account without posing serious threat to principals.
14 SIR BENEDICT (IRE) (18) 063030 D 7 9-2 (15)
Br Ch g Dandy Man (IRE) - Kingdomforthebride (IRE) Jason Hart J
O Village Racing & Stella Barclay Stella Barclay, Garstang T
B Andrews Syndicate
TIMEFORM VIEW Three wins from 13 runs last year Eighth of 11 in handicap (12/1) at Newcastle (5f) 18 days ago, not much room. Looks vulnerable
15 AZUCENA (IRE) (121) 001000- 5 9-2 (13)
Br B m Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Mandinga (BRZ) Joe Fanning J
O Nigel Leech, Peter Dyson & Partner Ann Duffield, Leyburn T
B Godolphin Sims Suzuki S
TIMEFORM VIEW Latest win at Newcastle in October 11/1, eighth of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (5f), unable to sustain effort. Off 121 days and she’s opposable. TFRHHIII BHA48
16 CHESTER LE STREAK (GB) (26) 4213/-00 D 6 9-2 (9)
Br Ch g Hot Streak (IRE) - Serena’s Pride Jack Nicholls (7) J
O The Racing Emporium Seb Spencer, Malton T
B The Serena’s Pride Partnership Eco-Power Racing S
TIMEFORM VIEW 5/1, ninth of 10 in minor event at Wolverhampton (5.1f) 26 days ago Opposable TFRHIIII BHA48
17 SHARK TWO ONE (GB) (21) 63045-0 D 7 9-1 (20)
Br B g Adaay (IRE) - Touching (IRE) Ben Sanderson (3) J
O Mayflower Racing Club Jessica Macey, Doncaster T
B Killashee House Limited
TIMEFORM VIEW Fifteen runs since last win in 2023. 18/1, below form seventh of 12 in minor event at Newcastle (7.1f) 21 days ago Blinkers back on and some of these make more appeal TFRHHIII BHA47
18 ATHOLLBLAIR BOY (IRE) (37) 0-55632 D 12 9-0 (3)
Br Ch g Frozen Power (IRE) - Ellxell (IRE) Faye McManoman J
O The Geezaaah Partnership Nigel Tinkler, Malton T
B Ms Ashley O’Leary Alexanders York S
TIMEFORM VIEW Sixteen runs since last win in 2024. 15/2, good second of 11 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) 37 days ago, faring best of those held up Solid claims TFRHHHHH BHA46
19 POSH MAISIE (IRE) (3) 0-50005 4 9-0 (18)
Br B f Dandy Man (IRE) - End of An Era (IRE) Cam Hardie J
O Mr A. Rice Colin Teague, Wingate T
B GHS Bloodstock
TIMEFORM VIEW Fifth of 9 in handicap at Catterick (5f, good, 66/1) 3 days ago, reportedly bled. Readily passed over TFRHIIII BHA46
20 JOHN KIRKUP (GB) (44) 60-3066 C D 10 9-0 (6)
Br Ch g Assertive - Bikini Dylan Hogan J
O Mrs Suzanne Kirkup & Mr Kevin Kirkup David Thompson, Darlington T
B W. M. Lidsey The Osteopath Kevin Kirkup S
TIMEFORM VIEW Course winner Twenty-three runs since last win in 2023. Sixth of 9 in minor event at Newcastle (6f, 16/1) 44 days ago. Couldn’t rule out back on turf TFRHHHII BHA46
2024: HOMBRE (IRE) 4 9 5 Silvestre De Sousa 18-1 (Joseph Parr) 17 ran
Blinkers worn first time by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 10. Blinkers worn by No 3, 17. Tongue Strap worn by No 10, 19.
Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No. 3.
Stewards Note: SIR BENEDICT: Following its run on 25/3/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on. POSH MAISIE: Following its run on 9/4/2025 it was reported that the horse was found to have bled.
PROBABLE S.P.’s 17-2 Emerald Army (IRE), 9-1 Athollblair Boy (IRE), 10-1 Lady of The Garr (IRE), 11-1 Monsieur Fantaisie (IRE), 12-1 Canaria Queen (GB), Calafrio (GB), John Kirkup (GB), 14-1 Tickets (GB), She’sashambles (IRE), 16-1Arlington (GB), 22-1 Bibendum (GB), 25-1 SharkTwo One (GB), 28-1 Sir Benedict (IRE), Azucena (IRE), 40-1 Masterclass (GB), Chester Le Streak (GB), 66-1 Exceed Now (IRE), Tough At The Top (IRE), Posh Maisie (IRE), 150-1 Carmarthen (GB)
THE TIMEFORM VIEW The veteran ATHOLLBLAIR BOY gets the nod on the back of solid placed efforts in Newcastle handicaps the last twice He is lurking on a dangerous mark and shades preference ahead of lightly-raced 4-y-o Emerald Army and John Kirkup
