York Racecard - Saturday 27th May

A very warm welcome to the Knavesmire for the first Saturday of our 2023 season, I hope you have a thoroughly enjoyable day of both equine stars and sequined performers!

Today marks only the fifth staging of the Group 3 William Hill Brontë Cup with a record prize fund of over £100,000, so becoming the 40th race of our season to offer a six-figure purse Aimed at fillies and mares over a mile and three quarters, it is part of a wider plan to encourage the best female stayers to remain in training in Britain, beyond their three-year-old careers. One example would be Mimikyu, who ran at both the Ebor and St Leger Festivals last season, taking the Group 2 Park Hill Stakes for owner George Strawbridge and the Clarehaven team. The valuable prize in both monetary and prestige terms has also drawn an entry from over the Irish Sea, as Donnacha O’Brien has sent Moon Daisy.

The feature handicap is a valuable sprint over five furlongs, again generously supported by William Hill. A packed field of speedsters, including some familiar names to racing fans, none more so than Copper Knight, who shares the record as the “winningmost“ horse here with six wins to date. They’ll hurtle down the 1,000 metres in under a minute and all you have to do is unearth the winnergood luck and do refamiliarize yourself with them in the Parade Ring beforehand.

Our final race today, remembers Reg Bond, a tremendous supporter of York Racecourse and Yorkshire racing as well as being a shining light for the joy of being an owner-breeder; Docter Khan Junior carries his well-known silks earlier in the afternoon.

We proudly welcome the friends and families of The Royal Yorkshire Regiment supporting our sixth race of the day. I hope they have a fabulous raceday.

Following the last race, we look forward to the performance of Mania, The Abba Tribute from the stage between the Knavesmire and Bustardthorpe Stands. The sound system is local to the stage so for the best audio experience, do wander down in front of the stage

The team have been busy preparing for the return of a Saturday crowd, the Flying Frankie serving Theakstons Ebor IPA is a new destination on the John Carr Terrace, whilst on the ground floor of the Knavesmire Stand the renamed York Kitchen and Cafe serves a range of home-made goodies, including deep-filled Yorkshire Puddings. The weather looks set to play its part, so the County Stand Garden offers both fresh air and a fresh perspective of the racecourse

Equine ambassador to the Knavesmire, Remy (aka Goldream when successful on the track), is back with us; do go and say hello to him and the team from New Beginnings.

In the same vicinity is the trailer from Autism in Racing, a group that supports children with autism, in going racing. Their presence forms part of our local community connection with the racecourse, that includes the recently launched local charity partner scheme with York Foodbank, York in Recovery and Clifton Green Primary School.

I hope you have a thoroughly enjoyable and successful day.

William Derby, Chief Executive and Clerk of the Course: York Racecourse

PROGRAMME OF EVENTS

York Racecourse wishes to express its thanks to this afternoon’s sponsors.

William Hill

First Race - 1.35pm

The William Hill Keep Your Raceday Positive Stakes (Handicap) - 7f

Pages 31-33

Collective Green Energy

Second Race - 2.10pm

The Collective Green Energy EBF Restricted Novice Stakes (GBB Race) - 6f

Pages 37-39

William Hill

Third Race - 2.40pm

The William Hill Epic Boost Stakes

(Handicap) - 5f

Pages 43-46

William Hill

Fourth Race - 3.15pm

The William Hill Bronte Cup Fillies’ Stakes (Group 3) - 1m 6f

Pages 51-53

William Hill

Fifth Race - 3.50pm

The William Hill Extra Place Races Daily Stakes (Handicap) - 7f

Pages 59-62

Royal Yorkshire Regiment

Sixth Race - 4.25pm

The Royal Yorkshire Regiment Stakes (Handicap) - 1m

Pages 67-69

The Bond Family

Seventh Race - 5.00pm

The Reg Bond Always and Forever Stakes

(Handicap) - 7f

Pages 71-73

All races covered by

Races 3&4 covered by

A G IDE T PL CES T EAT & DRIN

ROBERTO VILLAGE BAR

THEAKSTON ALE BAR

Try our guest ale, Ebor IPA @ £5.90 a pint.

ROBERTO LAWN AND BAR

Offering champagne by the glass and a decking area.

Collection point for G&P Picnic Platters.

SPECIALIST FOOD

A series of counters and mobile units offering fish & chips, Yorkshire beefburgers, traditional Cornish Pasties, Ged Bell's Yorkshire Pork Pies, Greek street food and vegetarian/ vegan options.

KNAVESMIRE STAND

6 bars & York Kitchen & Café (ground)

THE VOLTIGEUR RESTAURANT (Knavesmire Stand 3rd Floor)

The UK’s foremost ‘Dine & View’ restaurant package.

THE FOOD COUR

A range of hot/ snacks, tea, coffee and full bar available

York Kitchen & Café (Ground Floor) A popular place to get a hot meal, like deep-filled Yorkshire Puddings or sandwiches served in cafeteria style.

Collection point for G&P "meal deal".

County Stand

EBOR STAND

4 bars & 2 buffets spread over Ground, floors. Try Eat Between Our Races, ground floor serving sandwiches

ECLIPSE RESTAURANT (5t

An informal hot food option and popular advanced book packages.

We hope we have somewhere to cater for all tastes and Harrogate for fish, The Wensleydale Creamery for cheese). recycle 10 tonnes of glass on a raceday None of the restaurants, are popular at busy times so we’d suggest going early Enjoy

The Gimcrack Restaurant offers a three-course meal for £38.25, Afternoon Tea offered for £18.70.

The Edwardian Weighing Room, John Carr Terrace. Bustling informal lawns and terraces near the parade ring. Try Ged Bell’s local beef burgers or the new York Philly sandwiches. Or try toast the last hurrah of summer with a jug of Pimm’s or visit The Flying Frankie Pub serving our guest ale, Ebor IPA @£5.90. The Princess Mary Bar (near County Stand entrance). Buzzy café serving boxed seafood platters and sandwiches. Ayala Champagne by the glass. Try Eat Between Our Races bistro, which is on the ground floor serving pulled meat/veggie sandwiches, beefburgers, thai curry & rice (vegan option) salads, as well as scrummy cakes.

The Eclipse Restaurant (5th floor Ebor Stand) Home to our advanced booked meal deals.

The Champagne Pavilion & Moët Rosé Roof Terrace; downstairs offers premium beers, artisan gin, Fever-tree tonics and a wide range of the finest champagnes, whilst the Terrace also offers Moët Rosé, vintage wines, premium beers,

ALCOHOL RACE

OURT hot/cold ffee

PREMIERRACINGLOUNGE

A reserved lounge with allocated seats. SOLD OUT today, visit yorkracecourse.co.uk for future days

GIMCRACK RESTAURANT (1st Floor)

Main County Stand dining room, luxury three-course meal for £38.25 & Afternoon Tea @ £18.70.

MELROSE CLUB LOUNGE

Great views of racing, Yorkshire platter, and an account bar SOLD OUT today, visit yorkracecourse.co.uk for future days

PARADE RING RESTAURANT

Situated on the top floor of the Weighing Room, provides a fine dining experience. SOLD OUT this afternoon.

CHAMPAGNE PAVILION & MOËT ROSÉ ROOF TERRACE

Plenty of fizz plus wines and premium beers to accompany that view upstairs

JOHN CARR TERRACE

HOL FREE VIEWING

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home to our packages.

EDWARDIAN WEIGHING ROOM

Heritage over a craft ale. Collection point for County Stand Picnic Platters.

PRINCESS MARY SEAFOOD BAR

Georgian stand with modern canopy; featuring The Flying Frankie pub serving our guest ale, Ebor IPA @£5.90 + wider bars and Ged Bell's local beef burgers or the new York Philly sandwiches.

Enjoy a sustaining seafood or salad perhaps accompanied by a glass of chilled Ayala Champagne

COUNTY STAND

FOOD & DRINK FREE ZONES

GRANDSTAND & PADDOCK

CLOCKTOWER ENCLOSURE MD

RACING AREA

SEAFOOD OPTION

CHILDREN ESPECIALLY WELCOME

MEAL DEAL LOCATION MD

budgets. We source many products locally, (e.g. Bleiker's Smoke House in You may notice that our sandwich packaging is biodegradable and that we restaurants, bistros and buffets mentioned below requires pre-booking although many Enjoy your food and do let us know how we can keep improving.

Grandstand

& Paddock

York Kitchen & Café offers a range of hot meals, including deep-filled Yorkshire puddings, vegetarian option, as well as sandwiches and Powersalad.

The Roberto Champagne Bar with its giant outdoor screen. House Champagne is available here at by the glass or pick up a jug of Pimm’s. This is also the Collection Point for Grandstand & Paddock Picnic Platters.

If the weather plays its part then visit the Southern Terraces, an outside seating area with easy access to betting, bars, tasty treats and toilets. Here a large number of kiosks and specialist mobile vendors offer gourmet British beefburgers, Greek street food, noodle pots, Whitby scampi, fish & chips and specialist coffees. If the sun comes out, or just as a treat, try our locally produced luxury ice creams.

Our guest ale, Theakston Ebor IPA, @£5.90 is is available in the refurbished Theakston Bar

Clocktower Enclosure

Has a range of units selling hot and cold items, sweets and ice cream.

VEUVE CLICQUOT CHAMPAGNE BAR

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR VISIT

CHAMPAGNE OF THE MEETING

Canard-Duchene Brut NV £48

Canard-Duchéne Rosé NV £56

Bollinger Special Cuvée NV £76

Bollinger Rosé NV £97

TRIPS TO THE START

Racegoers are invited to join our expert guide for a minibus trip to the start. To register for this free trip or to find out more, see our guide by the thatched hut near the Winner’s Enclosure before 1.10pm today.

CHILDREN AT YORK RACES

Baby-Changing facilities are available in a purpose-built facility on the ground floors of both Knavesmire & Ebor stands. We welcome children in our main restaurants, and in the Gimcrack Restaurant we offer a half price option for under 12s. Wherever you can buy food we also can provide juice for children.

Our Parent and Toddler room, situated opposite the main Ebor Stand entrance in the Library Rooms, allows parents and children some quiet time away. A microwave is provided to warm bottles and televisions provide coverage of racing.

YorkMix Family Sunday on Sunday September 10th featuring Pony Racing Series, racehorse corner as well as special appearances at intervals from Bluey - Book early to benefit fro the Offer price of £12 for a combined Grandstand and Paddock and Clocktower Enclosure.

PREMIERSHIP RUGBY FINAL

Sale vs Saracens @3pm on selected televisions on stands side.

CHAMPIONSHIP PLAY OFF FINAL

Coventry vs Luton @4:45pm on selected televisions on stands side.

CASH MACHINES & CASHBACK

Cash machines are available at the northern end of the racecourse by the Frankel statue, the ground floor of both Ebor & Knavesmire Stands and a further machine is sited adjacent to the entrance to the Gimcrack Stand. Please note there is a charge for this service. If you place a minimum bet of £5 at a tote window, you can request £50 in cash back from your card.

NEED A QUIET MOMENT?

Need a quiet moment? Try the new “sunflower “benches” there is one in each enclosure, or seek out one of chaplains, they offer a friendly ear and can find a quiet spot for a chat.

STOP THE CLOCK

Check out the Official race time as soon as they cross the line, the digital timing clock at the Winning Post has been supported by Al Basti Equiworld Dubai and might give you a punting advantage later in proceedings.

POSITION OF STALLS

Far Side: Races: 1, 5 & 7

Centre: Races 2 & 3

Inside: Races: 4 & 6

ENCLOSURE TRANSFERS

Simply pay the difference between your admission price and the price point below.

County Stand full price: £52

Grandstand & Paddock full price: £32

Transfers are available from the Racecourse Office.

RETAIL THERAPY

Feel in need of some retail therapy? Why not visit one of our retail partners. Blue Rider Gallery - equestrian art specialists. (opposite the Princess Mary bar) Conversation Pieces - equestrian prints. (by entrance to Gimcrack Stand)

360° SELFIE

Check out this new free service, on the stage by the Melrose Stand.

DISABLED RACEGOERS

Facilities such as disabled toilets and viewing platforms for racing and music stage are clearly signed. Our raceday stewards will be pleased to offer directions and assistance. The Racecourse Office Team will also be happy to help and can provide an access guide and map. Rachel Crabtree is a senior member of the team with special responsibility in this area.

FREE WIFI

1) Search and select yorkracecourse

2) Enter your own email address and home postcode to register

3) You’ll be directed to our home page featuring our partners for today, then just surf away.

Given the nature of any WiFi network there will be peaks of demand by both time and location - some websites will not be available.

SHUTTLE BUS

A limited shuttle bus service to York station will collect from Knavesmire Road, at the northern end of the racecourse, it will operate whilst there are enough customers to make a bus viable. The service is provided by a commercial operator. A return service operates on raceday mornings.

TAXI/PRIVATE HIRE PICK-UP POINT

There is a taxi pick up point at the Northern end of the racecourse adjacent to Campleshon Road. Private Hire vehicles will meet pre-booked customers, also at the Northern End.

WHERE CAN I PLACE A BET

The tote will be pleased to take your bet at their many windows or look out for a passing courier. Remember to try the small stake-big payout bets such as the Jackpot, Placepot or Trifecta. The William Hill Betting Shops around the course offers a full SP service, so bets on racing and the wider sporting world. The colour of the main betting ring returns, set in front of the Knavesmire Stand, take on the challenge. Contactless payment is available for all the above options. Good luck.

BAR CLOSING TIMES

Bars will remain open up to an hour after the last race with selected bars serving during the music concert. The serving of drinks in hospitality areas, will be as specified in your booking details. Have an enjoyable time with us but please respect our neighbours and the wider city as you leave the racecourse.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

York Racecourse always strives to ensure your safety, comfort and enjoyment. However, an incident may occur which is beyond our control. We have employed professionally-trained and experienced stewards. In the event of a situation which requires a partial or full evacuation of the stands, announcements will be broadcast and stewards will usher you to a place of safety; it is essential that you follow their instructions. Please take your belongings with you and proceed out of the area quickly and quietly. If we are unable to re-occupy the stands, you may be invited to return to your car or coach. Departure from car and coach parks will be under the direction of the Police. The foregoing is a precautionary tale.

A RACECOURSE FOR ALL

We want the racecourse to offer both a welcome and an enjoyable day to all our racegoers and in delivering that we recognise that some may need additional assistance from us.

The first thing to say, please just ask for help, if the team don’t have an instant answer, then they know someone who will. The team in the Racecourse Reception (behind the Ebor Stand) act as the link to the rest of the team, as needed.

FAQS

Is there disabled and blue badge parking?

Yes, I hope you found it. All our car parks have designated spaces near their front row.

Can I get help with getting to/from the car park, taxi rank or shuttle buses?

Yes, there is a complimentary buggy service to all these points, ask at racecourse reception or next time you arrive just call 01904 620911. Thank you for your patience as the buggies can only transfer 4 people at a time and it’s a big site.

Can I bring a wheelchair?

Yes, if you need to; but we also offer complimentary hire, again from Racecourse Reception (see told you they were the hub). As we hope you’ll appreciate, there are only so many wheelchairs on site, if you need to reserve in advance then call 01904 620911.

Can I bring somebody to help?

Yes, we appreciate that will come in various forms, we hope our “carer comes free” scheme is a help, before your next visit check it out online at www.yorkracecourse.co.uk or just ask the team today.

Are there wheelchair viewing platforms?

Yes, in all stand side area and Stands - easiest thing to do is to ask our Stewards, though a map is available from, you guessed it, Racecourse Reception. Please use these in the spirit intended, with carers being prepared to step aside to allow space for those who need the view the most.

What about toilets and are they part of the Radar scheme?

Yes they are, all the permanent toilet blocks have a disabled capability, please ask for directions or check that map from you know where.

Are their wheelchair height food and drink counters?

Yes there are but not as many as we’d like, please ask a member of the team to assist you.

Wheelchair height betting?

Yes, there are some Tote counters set at a reduced height though a better plan might be to use the courier service that operates in areas such as the main Champagne Lawns; the Tote team themselves are always willing to help.

There was one more thing?

Please ask, we value your feedback so we can keep improving in this area.

Examples of viewing platforms both around the Parade Ring and trackside

YORK TRACKFACTS

A left-handed track which joins the straight course just under five furlongs from home. Races of seven furlongs start on a spur which joins the main circuit at a tangent after two furlongs.

Top Course Trainers

LEADING TRAINERS AT YORK (2018-2023) WITH RUNNERS:

R FAHEY (35 wins from 484 runners, 7%) runs MAYWAKE and SIR MAXI (1.35), NATIVE AMERICAN and SALAMANCA LAD (2.10), CRAVEN and RIVER USK (3.50), REIDH (4.25).

T EASTERBY (31 wins from 484 runners, 6%) runs GOLDEN APOLLO (1.35), MUSIC SOCIETY and COPPER KNIGHT (2.40), IMPULSIVE REACTION and TASEVER and SALEET (3.50), CRUYFF TURN (5.00).

W HAGGAS (30 wins from 193 runners, 16%) runs SEA FLAWLESS (3.15), FIVE TOWNS (3.50).

Trainers In Form

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

R BECKETT (12 wins from 46 runners, 26%) runs RIVER OF STARS (3.15), QUANTUM IMPACT (4.25).

W HAGGAS (9 wins from 46 runners, 20%) runners listed above.

CHARLIE JOHNSTON (7 wins from 65 runners, 11%) runs SAYIDH KINGMAN (2.10).

Top Course Jockeys

LEADING JOCKEYS AT YORK (2018-2023) WITH RIDES:

DANIEL TUDHOPE (33 wins from 284 rides, 12%) rides ELDRICKJONES (1.35), THE LINE (2.10), ALLIGATOR ALLEY (2.40), ONE EVENING (3.15), CONCERT BOY (3.50), FEEL THE NEED (4.25), BOPEDRO (5.00).

DAVID ALLAN (19 wins from 217 rides, 9%) rides GOLDEN APOLLO (1.35), TASEVER (3.50), CRUYFF TURN (5.00).

ANDREA ATZENI (18 wins from 138 rides, 13%) rides VOODOO QUEEN (3.15), FIVE TOWNS (3.50), MAXIMILIAN CAESAR (4.25), YORKSHIRE (5.00).

Jockeys In Form

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

SAM JAMES (9 wins from 52 rides, 17%) rides BICEP (1.35), VOLATILE ANALYST (5.00).

DANIEL MUSCUTT (7 wins from 43 rides, 16%) rides INTERCESSOR (1.35), SAYIDH KINGMAN (2.10), SEA FLAWLESS (3.15), SHINING BLUE (5.00).

JIM CROWLEY (6 wins from 25 rides, 24%) rides LA MAQUINA (1.35), ALAROOS (3.15), STARNBERG (3.50), SAXON KING (4.25).

Weight Watcher

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 1.35 La Maquina (won off 84 down 6lb to 78); Muntadab (won off 85 down 11lb to 74); 2.40 Burning Cash (won off 93 down 3lb to 90); Zarzyni (won off 99 down 3lb to 96); Copper Knight (won off 100 down 15lb to 85); 5.00 Cruyff Turn (won off 97 down 3lb to 94); Titan Rock (won off 90 down 3lb to 87); Volatile Analyst (won off 96 down 3lb to 93).

Classy Tips

The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 2.40 CHIPSTEAD (down 2 grades); 3.15 MIMIKYU (down 2 grades); 3.50 CRAVEN (down 2 grades); 4.25 DUBAI JEMILA (down 3 grades).

Stable Moves

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NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 25th May.

As one of the largest suppliers of horse feeds, bedding and supplements in the GCC region, Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai aim to make available premium products gathered from across the globe, at a competitive price.

We are once again absolutely delighted to support to the Chairman, Bridget Guerin and York Race Committee Members for what we hope will be another superb season.

We are thrilled to once again, to proudly sponsor the Gr2 Middleton Stakes, the Gr2 Dante Stakes and also the wonderful Gr2 Gimcrack Stakes. We are also pleased to continue to invest in the Owners and Trainers facilities, assisting York with maintaining those high standards.

We wish all Owners, Trainers, Jockeys and Stable-staff the very best of luck here at York and we all look forward to some terrific racing on The Knavesmire throughout the season.

Malih L Al Basti Owner & Founder Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai.

LIFE PRESIDENT: THE EARL OF HALIFAX

YORK RACE COMMITTEE

BRIDGET GUERIN

NICHOLAS WRIGLEY

WILLIAM BETHELL

THE LORD GRIMTHORPE CHRISTOPHER DENNY NICK CHEYNE

MEET THE YORK MANAGEMENT TEAM

WILLIAM DERBY

Chief Executive & Clerk of the Course

01904 683932

rachel.wigby@yorkracecourse.co.uk

KEVIN PINNINGTON General Manager – Catering & Conferences

01904 638971 kevin.pinnington@yorkracecouse.co.uk

620911 Maiti.Stirling@yorkracecourse.co.uk

CHRIS WARD Head of Finance

AMY SWALES Senior Marketing & Sponsorship Manager

01904 683939 chris.ward@yorkracecourse.co.uk

GAVIN PATTISON Facilities Manager

01904 620911 gavin.pattison@yorkracecourse.co.uk

620911 Amy.Swales@yorkracecourse.co.uk

OFFICIALS

Stewards

683933 nick.johnson@yorkracecourse.co.uk

ALAN DEMPSEY (Chief Steward)

PETER CRAFTS (Stewards’ Panel Chairs)

BEN FORD

HELEN KINSELLA

ROBERT MCCARTHY Starters

STUART TURNER

RUSSELL GARRITTY Judge

NICK HARGREAVE

Clerk of the Scales

CLAUDIA MARELLI

Handicapper

CHRIS NASH

Commentator

GARETH TOPHAM

Veterinary Officer

DAVID GREEN

JAMES BRENNAN Head of Marketing & Sponsorship

01904 620911 james.brennan@yorkracecourse.co.uk

Medical Officers

DR JONATHAN BULMAN

DR BRUCE MCLAIN

DR CHRIS HARDING

DR JOHN ADAMS

DR LESLEY KILSHAW

Veterinary Surgeons

GEMMA DRANSFIELD

MATTHEW SWARBRICK

BRIAN REED

Betting Ring Managers

MARK RYAN

MALCOLM HART

CLIFF MORRISSEY

Farriers

JAMES HARDY

SCOTT MACKIE

Designated Safeguarding Leads

EMMA PATTERSON

ANTHEA LEIGH

GUESS WHO?

Richard Fahey trained the winner of our finale last year but which jockey rode him to victory?

WHO AM I?

Can you identify the horse, owner, trainer or jockey who has enjoyed big race success at York in the past from the clues provided? There is an answer for each question.

1. In 2016 I took over the licence of my father’s yard and have been there ever since. I train at Wiske House Farm Stables and York is my local track

2. 2021 saw me hit a career best number of winners, but can you guess how many?

3. Lion Tower has been a real stable star since joining from the Johnston’s, but can you guess how many times he has been successful for me?

4. Another stable star of mine Illusionist is a regular here at the Knavesmire but does anyone know how many times he has obliged at York?

YORKS RACING CHALLENGE

Name todays runners from these clues.

1. Better known in the UK as River Plate FC

2. On a similar theme, the French National captain

3. The I75 between Naples and Fort Lauderdale

4. The disguise Pokémon

5. Latin for “the Earth”

6. A place in the game, Call of Duty

7. On the southern shore of Long Island

8. From the Black Mountains through Abergavenny

9. Aethelstan was one

10. The first half of Mavericks catchphrase

Answers to today’s puzzles can be found on page 75.

How to Read the Racecard

horse’s saddlecloth number

2 Baaeed (GB) (21)

B c Sea The Stars (IRE) - Aghareed (USA)

Owner: Shadwell Estate Company Ltd

Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

A symbol here denotes the horse holds an entry at Royal Ascot, 20th-24th June

horse’s name No. of days since last ran age

graphic Barons Selection

4 9-8

weight st-lbs kg draw

(60.8) (6)

Jockey: Jim Crowley

Form: 111-111

Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Has won nine races at 1m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Won on his latest outing in the Group 1 Qatar Sussex Stakes at Goodwood over 1m (good to firm) last month, beating Modern Games by 1 3/4l. An exceptional colt and very much the one to beat. Official BHA Rating 128 SP: 4-11

form guide

colour of horse

B = bay

Br = brown

Ch = chesnut

Gr = grey

Ro = roan

Official BHA Ratings

sire

dam

sex of horse

c=colt - male horse up to age 5

h=horse

g=gelding

f=filly - female horse up to age 5

m=mare

Probable SP

previous performances

/=new season

-=new year

C=course winner

D=distance winner

CD=course & distance winner

BF=beaten favourite

The BHA Handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part usually in three races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability.

The principal purpose of the ratings is to determine the weight to be carried by each runner in handicap races, with the Handicappers aiming to provide each participant with an equal chance based on its best recent form under its optimum conditions. A horse rated 100, for example, would be set to carry 1lb more than a horse rated 99 (ignoring any penalties or allowances).

The ratings published in the racecard for handicap races are the ratings that were used to calculate the weight to be carried by each horse, whilst in non-handicaps races the rating shown is that of each runner at the time that the entries for the race were confirmed. Any subsequently published change to a rating, either up or down, is shown in brackets following the rating.

Racing Post Standard Times

is an independent assessment based on how long it should take a 90-rated horse to win on Good To Firm ground at York Race tactics, rail movements, and wind direction are amongst the many factors to also affect the time for each specific race.

Non-runner

Ground - The Trainer states the ground is not suitable for this horse, the official going has changed since the time of declaration.

Vet - The Trainer states the horse is subject to a Veterinary Certificate.

Self Certificate - The trainer has advised the authorities that the horse is not able to race today.

You must be 18 or over to place a bet

You may be asked to provide proof of your age when placing a bet

If you cannot produce this your bet will not be accepted

P RLEZ-VOUS R CING?

ESSENTIAL RACING PHRASES FOR THE BEGINNER

It could be easy to be put off by the weird and wonderful words and phrases banded around the racecourse, but in fact, its all part of the fun.

Like a tourist in a foreign country, the novice racegoer soon picks up enough of the language to get by, and then rapidly becomes fluent. The following terms will provide any newcomer, keen to enhance their language skills, with just enough of the jargon to sound like a ‘local’:

RACING SPEAK ENGLISH

ALLOWANCE: The weight concession the horse is given to compensate for its rider’s inexperience.

AMATEUR: .............................(Rider) on racecards, their names are usually prefixed by Mr, Mrs, etc. To indicate their amateur licence holder status.

ANTE-POST:..........................Betting (usually for the most important races) days or even months before the race is due to take place.

APPRENTICE:........................Young jockey tied by annually renewed contract to a licensed trainer while they are learning.

BACKWARD: .........................Young horse which needs time to mature.

CLERK OF THE COURSE:...Official in charge of running the racing programme, at York it is William Derby.

CLERK OF THE SCALES:....Key in the delivery of a successful racing operation, Claudia Marelli is in charge of things today.

COLOURS:..............................The racing silks worn by the jockeys.

COLT: Male, ungelded horse, up to four years old.

CONNECTIONS:....................The owner and trainer of a racehorse

COURSE SPECIALIST: Horse which tends to run well at a particular course

DAM:........................................Mother of a horse

DISTANCE: The length of a race

DISTANCE, THE: ...................An unmarked point 240 yards from the winning post.

DRAW: Describes a horse’s position in the starting stalls, drawn two days before a flat race

EACH-WAY: ...........................A bookmaker taking each way bets will display the terms on which he/she accepts such bets on the top of his/her board. This is a bet for your selection to win or be placed.

FILLY: ......................................Female horse up to four years old, so the younger participants in our feature contest today.

FOAL: Horse of either sex from its birth until 1 January the following year

FORECAST: ...........................Name the first and second in the correct order.

FURLONG: .............................220 yards (one eighth of a mile).

GELDING:...............................Castrated horse.

GOING: ...................................Description of the course conditions under foot.

HAND:.....................................Unit of four inches in which a horse’s height is measured at the shoulder

JACKPOT: ..............................The Jackpot is an exciting tote bet that requires punters to pick the winners of four consecutive races.

JOLLY:.....................................Betting term for the horse with the shortest odds (the favourite)

JUDGE: ...................................Official responsible for declaring finishing order and distances between horses. Nicholas Hargreaves is in the hot seat this afternoon.

JUVENILE: .............................Two-year old horse. All horses in The Collective Green Energy EBF Restricted Novice Stakes at 2:10pm.

KNAVESMIRE: The name for the piece of ground on which York Racecourse is situated.

MAIDEN: Horse which has not yet won a race

MARE: .....................................Female horse, five years and over. Such as Moon Daisy, one of the older runners in our feature today.

OBJECTIONS: .......................Complaint by one camp against another regarding breach of rules during a race

ODDS ON:..............................Where a bet’s winnings are less than the stakee.g winning a £2 bet wins you £1 so you get back £3.

PACE:

‘Up with the pace’ means close to the leaders.

PENALTY:...............................Weight added to the handicap weight of a horse which has won since the weights were published.

PHOTO FINISH: Electronic photo device which determines minimal distance in a close finish.

PLACEPOT:............................

To win the Tote Placepot you need to pick a horse to place in the first six races

PLATE: ....................................Shoe worn by horse for racing.

RACEDAY CLERK OF THE COURSE:.................A key contact for racing professionals and in delivering the racing. Anthea Leigh fills the role at York, follow her Clerking tweets @YorkClerk.

SCHOOLED:...........................Trained to jump.

SHORT RUNNER: .................A horse that doesn’t stay the minimum distance, five furlongs on the flat or two miles over jumps.

SIRE:........................................Father of a horse.

SPREAD A PLATE: ...............When a racing plate or horseshoe becomes detached from the animal’s hoof.

SP/STARTING PRICE:..........Official price of a horse at which bets are settled in the betting shops.

STEWARDS ENQUIRY:........Enquiry by panel of men and women responsible for seeing rules are adhered to into a race’s running.

TIC-TAC: Bookmakers hand-signalling method relaying odds.

TRIFECTA:..............................The premise of a Tote Trifecta is to back the three horses who finish first, second and third in the race of your choice.

UNDER STARTERS’ ORDERS: ................................

Occurs when the race is about to start.

VOICE IN THE SKY: The commentator, listen out for Gareth Topham this afternoon.

WEIGH OUT/WEIGH IN: Weighing jockey before and after race to ensure correct weight has been carried.

YEARLING:

Horse of either sex from 1 January to 31 December of the year following its birth.

ollow a ider or rainer of your choosing:

ALPHABETICAL INDEX

JOCKEYS

MICHAEL APPLEBY

2.40 Bedford Flyer (IRE)

3.15 Typewriter (IRE)

4.25 Sceptic (IRE)

DAVID & NICOLA BARRON

2.40 Zarzyni (IRE)

RALPH BECKETT

3.15 River Of Stars (IRE)

MICHAEL BELL

EDWARD BETHELL

SCOTT DIXON

1.35

JIM GOLDIE

2.40 Sound Of Iona Amie Waugh

3.15 Wickywickywheels (IRE) Paul Mulrennan

3.50 American Affair Paul Mulrennan

5.00 Fools Rush In (IRE) Paul Mulrennan

JOHN & THADY GOSDEN

3.15 Mimikyu.......................................................Kieran O’Neill

3.15 One Evening Daniel Tudhope

WILLIAM HAGGAS

3.15 Sea Flawless (IRE) Daniel Muscutt

3.50 Five Towns Andrea Atzeni

RICHARD HANNON

2.10 The Line (IRE) Daniel Tudhope

3.50 Starnberg (IRE) Jim Crowley

3.50 Zabbie Cam Hardie

CHARLES HILLS

4.25 Saxon King Jim Crowley

STEPH HOLLINSHEAD

1.35 Albeseeingyer

1.35

1.35 Muntadab (IRE) Jonny Peate

KEVIN FROST

1.35 Amaysmont Rossa Ryan

5.00 Documenting Rossa Ryan

IVAN FURTADO

1.35 Magical Max Elle-May Croot

JOHN GALLAGHER

1.35 Intercessor Daniel Muscutt

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Dante Festival FLASHBACK

JOHN AND THADY GOSDEN STRIKE FIRST

The week got off to a bang as Soul Sister became the latest inmate of Clarehaven Stables to land the G3 Tattersalls Musidora. Frankie looked to be more confident than any coming into the straight and despite being caught well back, Soul Sister answered the call impressively All roads lead to the Betfred Oaks, will it be a York/Epsom double for the eighth time?

THE FOXES ANNOUNCES HIMSELF AS A BETFRED DERBY CONTENDER

The Foxes gave Andrew Balding a second win in The Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Dante, after he stormed home under Oisin Murphy. It had been a well-run renewal of the Dante, with Oisin opting to avoid the trouble down the centre of the track and chart a much safer course down the far side. He picked up nicely once asked and took up the running inside the final furlong. He did face a few challenges but was game in winning and in doing so showed his strong hand for the Betfred Epsom Derby next weekend.

GIAVELLOTTO GAVE MARCO BOTTI A DAY TO REMEMBER ON THE KNAVESMIRE

While Giavellotto may be aimed at Flemington glory rather than a tilt at Royal Ascot, the enthusiasm of his owners was there for all to see. With the great Stradivarius at The National Stud, Marco Botti’s star wasted no time in taking up the mantle to take the Boodles Yorkshire Cup We hope to see him again on the Knavesmire for the Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup in August, but know glory may await him down under

THE GOOD TIMES KEEP ON ROLLING FOR CLAREHAVEN

Free Wind made it four wins in the race for Gosden senior as she held off the persistent challenge of Rogue Millennium and Jack Mitchell. Frankie had her in a lovely position throughout the contest and she settled nicely. As they turned for home she travelled nicely through the field and after such a long lay off was always going to need the run. Connections will have been delighted at their decision to supplement her for the race.

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HAYDOCK PARK

Celebrating the racehorse and their welfare is at the heart of what we do

York Racecourse

• 18 days of flat racing

• Approximately 1,400 horses

• Running in 127 races

Equine Welfare Investment

£2,000,000

annually into equine related activity, including:

• 2 state of the art veterinary care boxes

• 3 kilometres rubberised non-slip horse walkways

• 16 temperature controlled horse showers

• 178 high specification stables

• 3 Misting fans – to aid horse cooling

• 2 horse ambulances

365-day

management of 10 hectares of racing surface

Equine Expertise

• 3 equine specialist vets on duty at every raceday

• Pre and post race examinations by a minimum of 6 BHA Equine Welfare Officers

• A team of 12 equestrian experts providing pre, during and post-race support

• 2 experienced farriers, specialising in racehorses

• Mobile water provision across all equine related areas including on the racecourse

Leanne Aspery Stables Manager

British Racing

• All licenced participants, including racecourses are required to meet BHA regulation standards in respect of the track, equine facilities and equine welfare

£2.3million

since 2012 has been awarded in grants by The Racing Foundation specifically to horse welfare initiatives

• Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) is British Horseracing’s official charity for the welfare of horses who have retired from racing

• York Racecourse supports the charity New Beginnings, who are accredited by the RoR to rehome and retrain thoroughbreds in their retirement

Over

£35 million

since 2000 has been invested into advancing equine veterinary science and education via the Horseracing Betting Levy Board

6,000 Racing Grooms dedicate themselves 365 days a year to the 14,000 racehorses in mainland UK

Emma Patterson Stableside Manager

TAKEA BREAK

1st Race 1.35

The William Hill Keep Your Raceday Positive Stakes

About Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres)

See page 76 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION

Distance: 7f

Race Type: Handicap

Rating: 61-80

Prize Money: £20,000

Age: 4+

Stalls: Farside

Welcome to the first Saturday of the York 2023 season. We start with a handicap. Such races are designed for close competition with the handicapper as the independent assessor who rates horses on past performance, seeking to get them crossing the line together, by handing out differing weights.

The best on past form will be the highest rated horse and so will carry more weight, Eldrickjones is the top weight in this one. Looking for help? Follow the red bi plane through the card for the racecourse tipster’s recommendations.

LAST YEAR’S RACE

Winner: MAYWAKE

Trainer: Richard Fahey

Jockey: Harry Davies

Age/Weight: 4-9-2

Runners: 20 SP: 11/2

It was a day of doubles as Harry Davies completed his second leg. Maywake had been headed after leading but battled back gamely to win by a neck.

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS

THE TALE OF THE CLOCK

Race Average Time: 1m 24.53s

Racing Post Standard Time: 1m 23s

Course Record: 1m 21s by Shine So Bright (24-Aug-19)

All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years

Leading course trainer (17-22): R Fahey (35 wins from 484 runners, 7%) runs MAYWAKE and SIR MAXI

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Tuer (6 wins from 27 runners, 22%) runs BICEP

Weightwatcher: MUNTADAB won off a handicap mark of 85, his rating is now down 11lb to 74.

Longest Traveller: ISLAND BANDIT trained by H Main, Wantage, 195 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 25th May

KNAVESMIRE TIP

Albeseeingyer hasn’t looked back since winning on her second appearance in a handicap and arrives chasing a remarkable six-timer Steph Hollinshead’s filly has been hit with a 9lb hike for her latest romp at Leicester, though, and may be worth taking on with ANOTHER INVESTMENT, who finished third over C&D last week and a 2lb rise might not be enough to prevent a first success of the season. Cheekpieces may eke some improvement out of Maywake, while improving Musselburgh winner Bicep can’t be ruled out either

ANOTHER INVESTMENT

ALBESEEINGYER

1st Race 1.35

The William Hill Keep Your Raceday Positive

Stakes

Distance: 7f

Race Type: Handicap (61-80)

Prize Money: £20,000

Age: 4+

Stalls: Farside

No Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw

1 Eldrickjones (IRE) (22)

4 9-10 (61.7) (7)

B g Cotai Glory - Dream Impossible (IRE) Jockey: Daniel Tudhope

Owner: Fishlake Commercial Motors Ltd & Partner

Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton Form: 05506-6 Breeder: D. J. Maher

A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Master Richard when sixth of 12 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 7f earlier this month. A 2lb drop in the ratings should aid his cause. Place prospects. Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 18-1

2 Maywake (GB) (27)

5 9-9 (61.2) (12)

Ch g Mayson - Wakened (IRE) Jockey: Oisin Orr

Owner: Mr & Mrs Leonard Bird

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Form: 6000-33 CD BF Breeder: Mr & Mrs Leonard E Bird

He has won three times at 7f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather Third of 12 behind On A Session beaten 3 1/2l at 11-4fav on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 7f (good to soft) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time and can’t be discounted. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 8-1

3 Another Investment (IRE) (8)

4 9-8 (60.8) (2)

B g Awtaad (IRE) - Mitzi Winks (USA) Jockey: Lewis Edmunds

Owner: J Glover R O’Donnell J Short N Skinner

Breeder: Coseda Ltd

Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton Form: 52-4003 C

A winner at 6f on good ground. Third of 20 behind Eligible beaten 1/2l at 18-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) earlier this month. A reproduction of that performance may well suffice. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 8-1

4

Quick Change

B f New Approach (IRE) - Ensemble (FR)

(GB) (79)

Owner: The All About York Partnership

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

4 9-8 (60.8) (8)

Jockey: Pierre-Louis Jamin (3)

Form: 3/1321-0 D

Breeder: Whatton Manor Stud & Robert Cornelius

She has won three times from 7f to 1m 1f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 6l behind Dingle at 14-1 when seventh of 10 on her latest outing at Newcastle over 1m in March. May appreciate this return to the turf and relatively lightly raced.

Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 16-1

5 Motagally (GB) (8)

B g Swiss Spirit - Gilt Linked

Owner: Baker , Dixon , Chappell & Cope Trainer: Scott Dixon, Rolleston

7 9-7 (60.3) (3)

Jockey: Kieran O’Neill

Form: 0004-60

Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud

Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on firm and good to firm ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago Beaten 12l behind Eligible when 13th of 20 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month. Something to prove at present.

Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 40-1

6 La Maquina (GB) (14)

B g Dutch Art - Miss Meltemi (IRE)

Owner: Mr Harold Nass

Trainer: Harry Eustace, Newmarket

8 9-7 (60.3) (14)

Jockey: Jim Crowley

Form: 40055-5 D

Breeder: Equine Breeding Limited

He has won four times at 7f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Finished 5l behind Coco Bear when fifth of 9 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 6f (soft) earlier this month. Should appreciate this stiffer test and better is expected.

Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 18-1

7

Island Bandit

Ch g Zarak (FR) - Lady of The Court (IRE)

(IRE) (208)

4

9-6 (59.9) (11)

Jockey: Frederick Larson (3)

Owner: Mr Donald M. Kerr

Breeder: Mr Donald M. Kerr

Trainer: Heather Main, Wantage Form: 111020- D

He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 4l behind Phantasy Mac at 9-1 when eighth of 13 on his latest outing at Kempton over 1m in October last year. Career-best performance may be required to win on this return to action.

Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 25-1

8 Golden Apollo (GB) (8)

Ch g Pivotal - Elan

9 9-4 (59.0) (1)

Jockey: David Allan

Owner: Mr David Scott & Partner

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Form: 0146-50 C D

Has won eight races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather Beaten 7l behind Eligible at when 9th of 20 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month. Needs a bit extra to get involved here

Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 40-1

No Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw

9

Muntadab (IRE) (21)

11 9-3 (58.5) (18)

B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Chibola (ARG) Jockey: Jonny Peate (3)

Owner: Swales & Fell Trainer: Roger Fell, Nawton Form: 100-003 D Breeder: Mrs James Wigan

Has won 16 races from 6f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather Third of 7 behind Mountbatten beaten 2 1/4l at 14-1 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 7f (soft) earlier this month. Now 1lb lower than his last success. Place claims. Official BHA Rating 74 SP: 33-1

10

Amaysmont (GB) (120)

B g Mayson - Montjen (IRE)

6 9-3 (58.5) (6)

Jockey: Rossa Ryan

Owner: The Press Up Partnership

Breeder: Mrs Glenda Swinglehurst

Trainer: Kevin Frost, Newark Form: 0035-04

He has won four times from 6f to 1m 1f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather Finished 6l behind War In Heaven when fourth of 6 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Wolverhampton over 1m 1f in January Would make more appeal over further

Official BHA Rating 74 SP: 40-1

11

Bicep (IRE) (12)

4 9-3 (58.5) (5)

B g Mehmas (IRE) - Crafty Notion (IRE) Jockey: Sam James

Owner: Mr David Swales and Grant Tuer Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton Form: 30114-1 D

Breeder: R. Roberts

He has won four times from 6f to 7f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 4-1 at Musselburgh over 7f (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Merricourt by a neck. Only 2lb higher and another bold bid looks probable

Official BHA Rating 74 SP: 11-1

12

Intercessor (GB) (14)

B g Due Diligence (USA) - Miss Meticulous

6 9-3 (58.5) (4)

Jockey: Daniel Muscutt

Owner: The LAM Partnership

Breeder: Pinnacle Bloodstock Ltd

Trainer: John Gallagher, Moreton-In-Marsh Form: 513-623

Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground. Third of 9 behind Metabolt beaten 3l at 4-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 7f (good to soft) earlier this month. May prove vulnerable to some less-exposed rivals.

Official BHA Rating 74 SP: 16-1

13

Finbar’s Lad (GB) (278)

Ch g Territories (IRE) - Jacaranda Ridge

Owner: Mr P. Harrington Trainer: John Quinn, Malton

4 9-2 (58.1) (17)

Jockey: Jason Hart

Form: 0/14- D

Breeder: Mr P. Harrington

A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Finished 1 3/4l behind All Go when fourth of 9 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Southwell over 7f in August last year Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with E J Alston. Handicap debutant off a fair opening mark.

Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 18-1

14

Beauty Choice

B g Bated Breath - Modesty’s Way (USA)

(GB) (45)

6 9-2 (58.1) (19)

Jockey: Joanna Mason

Owner: Silkstone United Racing Partnership

Breeder: Niarchos Family

Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton Form: 24516-0 D

He has won three times from 6f to 7f on soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 11l behind Legal Reform at 22-1 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing at Catterick over 7f (heavy) last month. Requires significant improvement to get off the mark for this stable

Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 33-1

15

Magical Max (GB) (61)

Gr g Coach House (IRE) - Vellena

6 9-1 (57.6) (15)

Jockey: Elle-May Croot (7)

Owner: The Follow The Majer Partnership

Breeder: Poole, Trickledown & the Late Mrs Poole

Trainer: Ivan Furtado, Newark Form: 00-2036 C

Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good to soft ground, but last win was over three years ago Well beaten at 15-2 behind Letmelivemylife when last of 6 on his latest outing at Wolverhampton over 7f in March. Needs to settle better to fight this contest out.

Official BHA Rating 72 SP: 22-1

16

Albeseeingyer (GB) (14)

B f Al Kazeem - Magic Destiny

Owner: Mr Ray Bailey

Trainer: Steph Hollinshead, Rugeley

4 9-1 (57.6) (10)

Jockey: Dougie Costello

Form: 5111-11 D

Breeder: Ray Bailey

Winner of five races at 7f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Won on her latest outing when 5-4fav at Leicester over 7f (soft) earlier this month, beating Star Sound by 5l. Has also won at Doncaster this season. Chases a six-timer and folly to dismiss.

Official BHA Rating 72 SP: 13-2

17 Floral Splendour (GB) (27)

4

Br f Farhh - Red Tulip Jockey: Paul Mulrennan

Owner: Castle Construction (NE) Ltd

Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown

Form: 10340-0 D

Breeder: Genesis Green Stud Ltd

A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Beaten 18l behind Elim at 33-1 when seventh of 12 on her latest outing at Musselburgh over 1m (good to soft) last month. Didn’t offer enough promise on that return to warrant consideration in this event.

Official BHA Rating 70 SP: 40-1

18 Ey Up Its The Boss (GB)

(21)

4 8-11 (55.8) (9)

Br g Pastoral Pursuits - Velvet Jaguar Jockey: Tom Eaves

Owner: Mrs M. Lingwood and Mr S. Bland

Breeder: Dr A. Gillespie

Trainer: Tony Coyle, Norton Form: 300-044 D

He has won three times at 7f on good to firm ground. Finished 3l behind Jack Daniel when fourth of 8 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 1m (soft) earlier this month. Needs a 1lb drop in the handicap to improve his chances. Official BHA Rating 68 SP: 18-1

19 Doctor Khan Junior

(GB) (19)

4 8-11 (55.8) (20)

B g Muhaarar - Ladies Are Forever Jockey: Harry Russell (3)

Owner: Bond Thoroughbred Limited Trainer: Geoff Oldroyd, Pocklington Form: 006-01 Breeder: Bond Thoroughbred Corporation

A winner at 33-1 at Newcastle over 6f on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Lezardrieux by 1 3/4l for his first victory in five attempts. Not discounted if the retained visor works its magic again, although a 6lb rise will make life tougher Official BHA Rating 68 SP: 14-1

20 Sir Maxi (GB) (21)

5 8-10 (55.3) (16)

B g Adaay (IRE) - Winifred Jo Jockey: Cam Hardie

Owner: Mr M. J. Macleod

Breeder: Mr Max Weston

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Form: 3154-00 D

He has won three times from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 8l behind Jack Daniel at 6-1 when last of 8 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 1m (soft) earlier this month. 2lb lower than his Beverley win in July, but he has work to do

Official BHA Rating 67 SP: 40-1

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 20..........................................................................................(EXACTA)

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 2. Blinkers worn by No 5, 7, 12. Visor worn by No 19

Tongue Strap worn by No 6, 8, 15 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 8, 18.

STEWARDS NOTE

MUNTADAB: Following its run on 6/5/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.

MAGICAL MAX: Following its run on 27/3/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely

PROBABLE S.P.’S

13-2 Albeseeingyer (GB), 8-1 Maywake (GB), Another Investment (IRE), 11-1 Bicep (IRE), 14-1 Doctor Khan Junior (GB), 16-1 Quick Change (GB), Intercessor (GB), 18-1 Eldrickjones (IRE), La Maquina (GB), Finbar’s Lad (GB), Ey Up Its The Boss (GB), 22-1 Magical Max (GB), 25-1 Island Bandit (IRE), 33-1 Muntadab (IRE), Beauty Choice (GB), 40-1 Motagally (GB), Golden Apollo (GB), Amaysmont (GB), Floral Splendour (GB), Sir Maxi (GB)

RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION

1st £10468

2nd £4912

3rd £2454..................................................................... 4th £1228.................................................................................... TIME

FIRST RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT

The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by a representative of William Hill.

William Hill have generously given £50 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race

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2nd Race 2.10

The Collective Green Energy EBF

Restricted Novice Stakes

Six Furlongs (1,200 metres)

See page 76 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION

Distance: 6f

Race Type: Novice

Prize Money: £20,000

Age: 2

Stalls: Centre

This one is limited to the babies of the game, aged just two; they don’t have much, if any track experience, hence the term “novice” All are registered with the European Breeders’ Fund. This means that their sire (father) is based and registered in Europe with the EBF, which is a scheme to encourage the best in bloodstock.

Now the fun bit, all the top “band” boys start from a 9st 7lb weight, as none of them have won a race as yet, there are no additional “penalty” weights doled out. To add a layer of competition (or for some complexity) a runner’s weight can be lowered (an allowance) based on having been bought comparatively cheaply at a recognised auction, so the market was deemed as an assessment of their quality and hence potential. The most expensive being categorised as those Band A horses , the next group as Band B and so on. If you must know, the Band As went for above £50,000 descending in roughly £20,000 bands thereafter Any horse in from a lower Band racing in opposition to one from a higher Band benefits from an allowance, so Mbappe carries a lower weight because “better” horse such as Native American races against him. That’s the colts explained, the fillies also get a benefit to give them a fair chance given the different physical development at this age, which why their sole representative, Sayidh Kingdom has the lightest burden.

All a bit much? Then go for the alternative “P” for “pin” rather than “pedigree”.

LAST YEAR’S RACE

Winner: BRADSELL

Trainer: Archie Watson

Jockey: P J McDonald

Age/Weight: 2-9-5

Runners: 11 SP: 9/4F

Archie Watson’s Bradsell produced a truly impressive performance last year to win by nine lengths to a talented field.

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS

THE TALE OF THE CLOCK

Race Average Time: 1m 13.06s

Racing Post Standard Time: 1m 10.10s

Course Record: 1m 8.90s

by Tiggy Wiggy (21-Aug-14)

All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years

Leading course trainer (17-22): R Fahey (35 wins from 484 runners, 7%) runs NATIVE AMERICAN and SALAMANCA LAD

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K Ryan (7 wins from 42 runners, 17%) runs BATAL ZABEEL

Longest Traveller: THE LINE trained by R Hannon, Marlborough, 212 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 25th May

KNAVESMIRE TIP

THE LINE did plenty wrong on his debut at Ascot, but to only be beaten three lengths was an achievement in itself and the way he finished his race suggested that he will be well suited by going up in trip The son of Caravaggio gets the vote ahead of Ticktyboo, who didn’t get the clearest of runs on his introduction over C&D. Batal Zabeel is interesting for a local stable that has had first-time-out winners here before.

2nd Race 2.10

The Collective Green Energy EBF Restricted

Novice Stakes

Distance: 6f

Race Type: Novice

Prize Money: £20,000

Age: 2

Stalls: Centre

No Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw

1 Native American (IRE) (-)

9-7

(60.3) (8)

B c Sioux Nation (USA) - Pencarrow Jockey: Oisin Orr

Owner: M & M Racing, Paul Byrne and Partner

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Form: Breeder: Patricia Casement & Dr Dean Harron

Foaled 25 Mar Half-brother to Dubai Waves, won at 7f Makes his debut for a yard that knows how to ready one first time out and he is bred for sprinting being by Phoenix Stakes winner Sioux Nation. Official BHA Rating - SP: 13-2

2 Salamanca Lad (IRE) (-)

9-7

(60.3) (2)

B c Profitable (IRE) - Urban Beauty (IRE) Jockey: Jack Garritty

Owner: Mr David Lestrange

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Form: Breeder: Michael Buckley

Foaled 17 Apr Half-brother to Urban War, won twice at 7f and 1m. Cost €75,000 as a yearling but he looks to be the second string from this stable on jockey bookings and will probably need further in time Official BHA Rating - SP: 11-1

3 The Line (IRE) (24)

9-7

(60.3) (7)

Br c Caravaggio (USA) - Mirror Effect (IRE) Jockey: Daniel Tudhope

Owner: Mr Faihan Faisal Almandeel

Breeder: Newstead Breeding

Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough Form: 3

Foaled 13 Feb. Half-brother to Mild Illusion, won three times at 6f. Third of five behind Maximum Impact beaten 3l at 17-2 on his racecourse debut at Ascot over 5f (good) earlier this month. Sets the standard on that effort and he should improve for going up in trip

Official BHA Rating - SP: 11-4

4 Ticktyboo (GB) (9)

B c Showcasing - Red Impact

9-7 (60.3) (6)

Jockey: Rowan Scott

Owner: Martin Webb Racing

Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud

Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton Form: 5

Foaled 14 Feb. Half-brother to Love Fifteen, won at 7f Finished 5l behind Cuban Thunder when fifth of 10 at 28-1 on his racecourse debut over this course and distance (good to firm) earlier this month. Didn’t get the clearest of runs on that occasion and should progress.

Official BHA Rating - SP: 7-1

5 Batal Zabeel (IRE)

(-) (2lb)

9-5 (59.4) (10)

B c Territories (IRE) - Sing For Life (FR) Jockey: Tom Eaves

Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah

Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Form: Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Foaled 3 Mar Dam unraced. The stable had a winning newcomer here recently and this colt look like another to note, despite having a pedigree that suggests he will be better at a mile-plus. Official BHA Rating - SP: 11-2

6 Mbappe (GB) (-) (2lb)

B c Blue Point (IRE) - Rive Gauche

9-5 (59.4) (4)

Jockey: Saffie Osborne

Owner: Laurence Bellman

Breeder: Humber Bloodstock

Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn Form:

Foaled 1 Apr. Half-brother to Ultra Violet, won at 6f. His sire Blue Point’s first crop has already had success this season and he is not to be dismissed lightly on his first day at school. Official BHA Rating - SP: 11-1

7 Mister Gan (GB) (-) (2lb)

9-5 (59.4) (5)

B c Invincible Army (IRE) - Babette (IRE) Jockey: Cam Hardie

Owner: NickBradleyRacing45 & Alfa Site Services

Breeder: Richard Kent & Barry O’Connor

Trainer: Craig Lidster, Easingwold Form:

Foaled 12 Mar Dam a lightly raced maiden. A recent acquisition from the Goffs UK Breeze-Ups and he could have a say on debut, although others looks to have more striking pedigrees. Official BHA Rating - SP: 16-1

8 Showboated (GB) (-) (2lb)

B c Showcasing - Danseuse d’Etoile (IRE)

9-5 (59.4) (9)

Jockey: Lewis Edmunds

Owner: D P Van Der Hoeven & D G Pryde

Breeder: SAS Haras Voltaire

Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton Form:

Foaled 27 Mar Dam unraced. His trainer looks to have a stronger contender with experience, but this colt could surprise a few being related to Listed-winning juvenile Walk In Marrakesh. Official BHA Rating - SP: 33-1

9 Socialise (IRE) (9) (2lb)

9-5 (59.4) (3)

B g Advertise - Powerful Star (IRE) Jockey: Faye McManoman

Owner: Hart Inn Leisure

Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton Form: 60 Breeder: G. H. S. Bloodstock & J. C. Bloodstock

Foaled 8 Feb. Dam a lightly raced maiden. Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 10l behind Cuban Thunder at 100-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) earlier this month. Has ground to find with Ticktyboo on that evidence.

Official BHA Rating - SP: 40-1

10

Sayidh Kingman (FR) (22)

9-2 (58.1) (1)

B f Kingman - You’re Back (USA) Jockey: Daniel Muscutt

Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham Form: 6 Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Foaled 12 Mar Half-sister to Revisit, won at 6f Finished 6l behind Soprano when sixth of eight at 7-1 on her racecourse debut at Newmarket over 5f (good) earlier this month. Improvement can be expected and being by Kingman, she should relish going up in distance.

Official BHA Rating - SP: 7-1

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10

11-4 The Line (IRE), 11-2 Batal Zabeel (IRE), 13-2 Native American (IRE), 7-1 Ticktyboo (GB), Sayidh Kingman (FR), 11-1 Salamanca Lad (IRE), Mbappe (GB), 16-1 Mister Gan (GB), 33-1 Showboated (GB), 40-1 Socialise (IRE)

£5070

2. Chipstead holds an entry in the Kings Stand at Royal Ascot on Tuesday 20th June

2. Chipstead & 3. Fine Wine both hold an entry in the Wokingham Stakes at Royal Ascot on Saturday 24th June

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SECOND RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT

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COPPER KNIGHT: JOINT WINNING-MOST HORSE HERE

EYES ON OUR THIRD WHEN COPPER KNIGHT, HOPES TO RECORD WIN NUMBER SEVEN.

The Denham family first ran Copper Knight at York back in 2017 when he won the first of his six races. It was an assertive performance over then stable mate Rasheeq and was very much a sign of things to come.

He had further success at York before taking his most prestigious prize at the track. The John Smith’s City Walls Stakes 2019, his first Listed success. His superb sixth victory came at last year’s Ebor Festival.

A plaque has been erected in his honour on the pre-parade ring side of the weighing room, where it reads ‘winning most’, as he may well not be done with winning at York just yet!

At the 2022 Dante Festival both the Michael Dods trained Dakota Gold and the mighty Stradivarius joined Copper Knight with a record equalling sixth win, will Copper Knight go one better today?

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3rd Race 2.40

The William Hill Epic Boost Stakes

Five Furlongs (1,000 metres)

See page 76 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION

Distance: 5f

Race Type: Handicap

Rating: 0-105

Prize Money: £50,000

Age: 3+

Stalls: Centre

We return to handicap conditions, remember the best on past performance will be the highest rated horse and so will carry more weight than the lowest rated horse; Korker is at the top of the weights on this occasion. Five furlongs is the shortest distance in UK racing so don’t blink as they flash home

So, pit your wits against the handicapper – if you need some help look C denoting has won at York such or D meaning won over this distance. Notice how Copper Knight is one of several here to carry both, given he is the joint “winningmost” horse on the Knavesmire with six wins to date.

LAST YEAR’S RACE

Winner: ILLUSIONIST

Trainer: Grant Tuer

Jockey: Barry McHugh

Age/Weight: 5-8-12

Runners: 12 SP: 33/1

The typically competitive sprint was won by outsider Illusionist and trainer Grant Tuer Despite being slowly away, they rattled him to produce the third close finish of the day.

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS

THE TALE OF THE CLOCK

Race Average Time: 58.48s

Racing Post Standard Time: 57.50s

Course Record: 55.90s by Battaash (23-Aug-19)

All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years

Leading course trainer (17-22): T Easterby (31 wins from 484 runners, 6%) runs COPPER KNIGHT and MUSIC SOCIETY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Goldie (7 wins from 57 runners, 12%) runs SOUND OF IONA

Weightwatcher: COPPER KNIGHT won off a handicap mark of 100, his rating is now down 15lb to 85.

Longest Traveller: SOUND OF IONA trained by J Goldie, Glasgow, 219 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 25th May

KNAVESMIRE TIP

Korker is an obvious contender after a solid second at the Dante meeting, but he has an added 3lb now and will need to start better FINE WINE tried making all before weakening over a furlong further at Newcastle and if he can repeat that from a good draw, he may take some catching. Copper Knight loves it here and is hard to ignore, while Music Society deserves another win after an unlucky second at Thirsk.

FINE WINE

KORKER

3rd Race 2.40

The William Hill Epic Boost Stakes

Distance: 5f

Race Type: Handicap (0-105)

Prize Money: £50,000

Age: 3+

Stalls: Centre

No Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw

1 Korker (IRE) (9)

4 9-12 (62.6) (10)

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Adaptation Jockey: Pierre-Louis Jamin (3)

Owner: Fine Claret Racing & More Turf Racing

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Form: 3020-02 CD

Breeder: Ballyhane Stud Ltd

He has won four times at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Beaten 1/2l by Regional when second of 13 at 13-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) earlier this month despite a slow start. Upped 3lb but his jockey claims that back.

Official BHA Rating 103 SP: 11-2

2 Chipstead (GB) (21)

5 9-11 (62.1) (5)

B h Mayson - Charlotte Rosina Jockey: Frederick Larson (3)

Owner: Homecroft, Crampsie & Sullivan

Breeder: Tony Hirschfeld

Trainer: Roger Teal, Lambourn Form: 21210-0 D

Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from firm to soft. Beaten 7l behind Vadream when 11th of 14 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Palace House Stakes at Newmarket over 5f earlier this month. Back into handicap company but he still needs a career best.

Official BHA Rating 102 SP: 12-1

3 Fine Wine (FR) (102)

6 9-11 (62.1) (4)

B g Dream Ahead (USA) - Mulled Wine (FR) Jockey: Kieran O’Neill

Owner: Dixon Brennan Mahony & Partners Trainer: Scott Dixon, Rolleston Form: 1011-20 CD

Breeder: Khalifa Dasmal

Has won nine races at 5f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 5l behind Diligent Harry when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 6f in February Weakened late on that day but he seems likely to try to make all on his return to this trip

Official BHA Rating 102 SP: 16-1

4 Alligator Alley (GB) (9)

B g Kingman - Overturned

6 9-7 (60.3) (7)

Jockey: Daniel Tudhope

Owner: Akela Thoroughbreds Limited

Breeder: Whatton Manor Stud

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Form: 144306 CD

Winner of six races at 5f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Finished 4l behind Regional when sixth of 13 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month. He did win on the all-weather off a higher mark in January and cannot be ignored.

Official BHA Rating 98 SP: 18-1

5 Bedford Flyer (IRE) (9)

5 9-6 (59.9) (3)

B g Clodovil (IRE) - Nafa (IRE) Jockey: Lewis Edmunds

Owner: RP Racing Ltd

Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham

Form: 612-063 CD

Breeder: Maurice Burns

Winner of five races at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather Third of 13 behind Regional beaten 1 1/2l on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month. Second start for this yard now and it will be interesting to see if he can find improvement.

Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 9-1

6 Zarzyni (IRE) (49)

B g Siyouni (FR) - Zunera (IRE)

Owner: MrLaurenceO’Kane/HarrowgateBloodstockLtd

6 9-5 (59.4) (13)

Jockey: Jason Hart

Form: 30000-5 D

Breeder: His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C. He has won three times from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Finished 7l behind Silky Wilkie when fifth of 13 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 5f last month. Only 1lb lower in the handicap now and he will need to find more.

Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk

Official BHA Rating 96 SP: 11-1

7 Mondammej (GB) (9)

B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Lamps of Heaven (IRE)

Owner: Mrs C. Brittain

Trainer: Antony Brittain, Warthill

6 9-4 (59.0) (2)

Jockey: Cam Hardie

Form: 2000-54 D

Breeder: Chasemore Farm

Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Finished 2 1/4l behind Regional when fourth of 13 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month. Kept on late that day and he could go well if nearer to the pace.

Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 8-1

8 Burning Cash (IRE) (39)

B g Strath Burn - Passified Lady (USA)

Owner: C Priestley, M Hammond & D Flynn

Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

5 8-13 (56.7) (1)

Jockey: Graham Lee

Form: 4000-00 D

Breeder: M. Ronayne & T. Badger

He has won three times at 5f on good to firm and good ground Beaten 7l behind Dream Composer when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 5f last month. Out of sorts lately but coming down the handicap accordingly and possibly one to watch at present.

Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 22-1

9 Copper Knight (IRE) (9)

9 8-8 (54.4) (12)

B g Sir Prancealot (IRE) - Mystic Dream Jockey: Duran Fentiman

Owner: Ventura Racing (Copper) & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Form: 000-460 CD Breeder: Wardstown Stud Ltd

Has won 12 races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather Beaten 5l behind Regional when 9th of 13 on his latest outing here earlier this month. Yet to peak in 2023 but he has won six times here and is well handicapped on his best form.

Official BHA Rating 85 SP: 16-1

10

Music Society

(IRE) (7)

8 8-7 (54.0) (14)

Gr g Society Rock (IRE) - Absolutely Cool (IRE) Jockey: Harrison Shaw

Owner: Richard Taylor & Philip Hebdon

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Form: 031-022 D Breeder: Pier House Stud

Winner of seven races from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather Beaten 3/4l by Bay Breeze when second of 11 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 6f earlier this month, finishing well after waiting for room. Chance with a clear run.

Official BHA Rating 84 SP: 12-1

11 Squealer (IRE)

(17)

3 8-7 (54.0) (9)

B g Mehmas (IRE) - Sunny Hollow Jockey: Rowan Scott

Owner: MARTIN WEBB & SYPS (UK) LTD

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton Form: 36116-0 CD

Successful twice at 5f on good ground. Well beaten behind Danger Alert when last of 10 on his latest outing at Chester over 5f (soft) earlier this month. Lightly raced and expected to be far more effective on quicker ground, but he still needs to improve to have any say.

Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 16-1

12 Spring Is Sprung (FR) (57)

4 8-3 (52.2) (6)

B g Oasis Dream - Kinematic Jockey: Joanna Mason

Owner: Stoneleigh Racing LL & Partner

Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow

Form: 03640-4 D

Breeder: The Queen

Successful at 5f and 6f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Finished 1 1/2l behind Kape Moss when fourth of 12 on his latest outing at Southwell over 5f in March. Second start for trainer Paul Midgley here but he has to take a big step forward in this company.

Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 20-1

13

Sound of Iona (GB)

Ch m Orientor - Eternal Instinct

(12)

Owner: Mr & Mrs G Grant & The Reluctant Suitors Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

7 8-3 (52.2) (8)

Jockey: Amie Waugh (5)

Form: 200-005 D

Breeder: F J Connor & J S Goldie

Has won eight races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Finished 5l behind Sheikh Maz Mahood when fifth of 9 on her latest outing at Musselburgh over 5f (good) earlier this month. Not at her peak lately but she can’t be dismissed lightly

Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 22-1

14

Reigning Profit

Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Reign (IRE)

Owner: The Chancers Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington

(IRE) (15)

4 8-2 (51.7) (11)

Jockey: James Sullivan

Form: 0-51151 D

Breeder: Rosemont Stud Pty Ltd

He has won four times at 5f on ground varying from good to soft and on the all-weather Won on his latest outing at Ripon over 5f earlier this month, beating Manila Scouse by a neck. Three wins this season but taking a big step up in class after a 6lb rise in the handicap

Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 10-1

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 14

Hood worn by No. 7. Blinkers worn by No. 3. Visor worn by No. 14. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 6.

STEWARDS NOTE

CHIPSTEAD: Following its run on 6/5/2023 it was reported that the horse would prefer a quicker surface.

SQUEALER: Following its run on 10/5/2023 it was reported that the horse would prefer a quicker surface.

PROBABLE S.P.’S

11-2 Korker (IRE), 8-1 Mondammej (GB), 9-1 Bedford Flyer (IRE), 10-1 Reigning Profit (IRE), 11-1 Zarzyni (IRE), 12-1 Chipstead (GB), Music Society (IRE), 16-1 Fine Wine (FR), Copper Knight (IRE), Squealer (IRE), 18-1 Alligator Alley (GB), 20-1 Spring Is Sprung (FR), 22-1 Burning Cash (IRE), Sound of Iona (GB)

RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION

THIRD RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT

The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by a representative of William Hill.

William Hill have generously given £50 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.

The York Race Committee wishes to offer special thanks to the Trustees of the British European Breeder’s Fund for their generous support of 21 races, spread across the eighteen-day York season.

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The Betfred Nifty Fifty Sandy Lane Stakes (Group 2)

Six Furlongs (1,200 metres)

1 Al Dasim (IRE) (63)

Distance: 6f

Race Type: Group Two Prize Money: £125000

(58.1) (8)

Ch c Harry Angel (IRE) - Dance Hall Girl (IRE) Jockey: William Buick

Owner: Sheikh Abdullah Almalek Alsabah Trainer: George Boughey, Newmarket Form: 11-1110 D

2 Bradsell (GB) (24)

Skymarc Farm

(58.1) (4)

B c Tasleet - Russian Punch Jockey: Hollie Doyle

Owner: Victorious Racing Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn Form: 114-3 D BF

3 Cold Case (GB) (24)

Mrs D. O’Brien

(58.1) (3)

B c Showcasing - Killermont Street (IRE) Jockey: Clifford Lee

Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

4 Little Big Bear (IRE) (21)

Whitsbury Manor Stud

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn Form: 12311-1 D

(58.1) (7)

B c No Nay Never (USA) - Adventure Seeker (FR) Jockey: Frankie Dettori

Owner: D.Smith,Mrs J.Magnier,M.Tabor,Westerberg

Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland

Mr P. W. Harris

Havana Grey - Lady Estella (IRE)

7 The Ridler (GB) (35)

Whitsbury Manor Stud

Sean Levey Owner: Middleham Park Racing XVIII Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough

B c Brazen Beau (AUS) - Colorada Jockey: Neil Callan

Owner: Mr Steve Bradley Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Form: 41315-0

8 Matilda Picotte (IRE) (20)

Smarden Thoroughbreds

(56.7) (1)

B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Hallie’s Comet (IRE) Jockey: R. P. Whelan

Owner: Matilda & Kilmichael Racing Partnership

Mighty Universe Ltd

Trainer: Kieran Patrick Cotter, Ireland Form: 3231-23 D

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8. (EXACTA)

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 8.

STEWARDS NOTE

LITTLE BIG BEAR: Following its run on 6/5/2023 it was reported that the horse finished lame

THE RIDLER: Following its run on 22/4/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too free

MATILDA PICOTTE: Following its run on 7/5/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed under pressure.

PROBABLE S.P.’S

9-4 Little Big Bear (IRE), 7-2 Bradsell (GB), 11-2 Cold Case (GB), 15-2 Al Dasim (IRE), 9-1 Matilda Picotte (IRE), 18-1 Shouldvebeenaring (GB), 20-1 Mill Stream (IRE), 50-1 The Ridler (GB)

All of todays runners hold an entry in the Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot on Friday 23rd June

A WINTER’S TALE:

WHAT IS NEW AT YORK AT THIS SEASON?

AS WE WELCOME BACK RACEGOERS FOR THE FIRST SATURDAY OF OUR 2023 SEASON, THE TEAM HAVE BEEN BUSY OVER THE WINTER MONTHS, HERE ARE SOME THINGS TO LOOK OUT FOR.

UPGRADED CANTERDOWN

This important strip of turf, between you and the stand side running rail, has been upgraded. The irrigation system on the whole racing surface has been further upgraded using the best in sprinkler technology from Hunter, the Californian based supplier We know, it just looks like grass but it is so much more.

THE FLYING FRANKIE

A Theakston’s backed cask ale pub, to toast the success of the Italian rider. Set at the southern end of the John Carr Terrace for County Stand racegoers and stocked with a selection of North Yorkshire brewed ales from the famous Theakston stable, it will feature Ebor IPA created especially for the Knavesmire racegoer Operating as a guest ale in this new site and in the established Theakston Bar in Grandstand and Paddock, it will retail at £5.90 for a pint.

JOHN CARR “FOOD TO GO”

Try the new York Philly sandwiches, or sit at your table on the Champagne Lawn and use the QR code to order your drinks, for delivery.

YORK KITCHEN & CAFÉ

The fresh look continues with the main racegoer restaurant in Grandstand and Paddock being given a new name, the York Kitchen & Café, a clear indication of its homemade signature dishes, such as deep filled Yorkshire Puddings.

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4th Race 3.15

The William Hill Brontë Cup (Group 3)

One Mile, About Six Furlongs (2,700 metres)

See page 76 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION

Distance: 1m 6f

Race Type: Group Three

Prize Money: £102,000

Age: 4+f&m

Stalls: Inside Rail

The newest Pattern race at York, the Group 3 contest is a valuable prize (£102,000), as well as offering the prestige of “black type”. That desire for competition limits the race to horses of the same sex, being all females. The intention is to tempt connections into a longer career on the track for such thoroughbreds, before a second life as a broodmare. See how Mimikyu carries a higher weight than all the other runners as she has won at the yet level of Group 2, before. See what the Press think on their selections board by the Winner’s Enclosure, at least you can then blame them.

LAST YEAR’S RACE

Winner: BELIEVE IN LOVE

Trainer: Roger Varian

Jockey: Ray Dawson

Age/Weight: 5-9-2

Runners: 6 SP: 11/4F

The fourth running of the Bronte Cup saw Believe In Love travel strongly into the race after being held up out the back. She picked up impressively at the two-furlong pole to win going away.

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS

THE TALE OF THE CLOCK

Race Average Time: 3m 1.51s

Racing Post Standard Time: 2m 56.60s

Course Record: 2m 51.89s by Tuning (19-Aug-98)

All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years

Leading course trainer (17-22): J & T Gosden (30 wins from 107 runners, 28%) runs MIMIKYU and ONE EVENING

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Beckett (12 wins from 46 runners, 26%) runs RIVER OF STARS

Longest Traveller: MOON DAISY trained by D O’Brien, Ireland.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 25th May

KNAVESMIRE TIP

Mimikyu will be difficult to beat if running to anywhere near the level that saw her land the Park Hill at Doncaster last September, but a chance is taken on SEA FLAWLESS. The daughter of Sea The Stars, a full-sister to the talented Al Aasy, was a comfortable winner at Beverley last month. It’s interesting that William Haggas wastes no time pitching her in at Group level, and a further step up in trip should aid her cause River Of Stars can chase them home

SEA FLAWLESS

MIMIKYU

4th Race 3.15

The William Hill Brontë Cup

Distance: 1m 6f

Race Type: Group Three

Prize Money: £102,000

Age: 4+f&m

Stalls: Inside Rail

No Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw

1 Mimikyu (GB) (224)

B f Dubawi (IRE) - Montare (IRE)

Owner: Mr George Strawbridge

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

4 9-7 (60.3) (6)

Form: 211010-

Breeder: George Strawbridge

She has won three times from 1m 4f to 1m 6f on varying ground. Beaten 18l behind Emily Upjohn when 12th of 14 on her latest outing in a Group 1 at Ascot over 1m 4f in October last year Sets a high standard and will be difficult to beat if arriving at the top of her game Official BHA Rating 112

2 Alaroos (IRE) (22)

B f Golden Horn - Aaraas

Owner: Shadwell Estate Company Ltd

Trainer: Harry Eustace, Newmarket

SP: 3-1

4 9-2 (58.1) (2)

Form: 12130-0

Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Successful twice at 1m 4f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 7l behind Luisa Casati at 7-2 when seventh of 9 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 4f (good to soft) earlier this month. She’ll need a career-best to land the spoils today. Official BHA Rating 91

3 Moon Daisy (IRE) (8)

B m Australia - Holy Alliance (IRE)

Owner: Mrs A. M. O’Brien

Trainer: Donnacha Aidan O’Brien, Ireland

SP: 12-1

5 9-2 (58.1) (4)

Form: 4423-04

Breeder: Whisperview Trading Ltd

She has won three times from 1m 4f to 1m 5f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Finished 3l behind Yashin when fourth of 9 on her latest outing in a Group 3 at Leopardstown over 1m 6f earlier this month. Others hold more pressing claims. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 11-1

4 One Evening (GB) (212)

Ch f Galileo (IRE) - Seta

Owner: Lady Bamford, Mrs J Magnier & Mr M Tabor

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

4 9-2 (58.1) (3)

Form: 4/15-

Breeder: Lady Bamford

A winner at 1m 3f on the all-weather Finished 2 3/4l behind Pennymoor when fifth of 12 at 2-1fav on her latest outing at Lingfield over 1m 5f in October last year She retains potential and may have more to offer back on the turf Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 9-1

5 River of Stars (IRE) (261)

B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Amazone (GER)

Owner: Woodford Thoroughbreds Llc

Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down

4 9-2 (58.1) (1)

Form: 32/2115- D

Breeder: Dr Klaus Schulte

Successful at 1m 4f and 1m 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 13l behind Mimikyu when fifth of 8 on her latest outing in a Group 2 at Doncaster over 1m 6f in September last year Has a bit to find with that rival today, but she holds place claims. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 9-2

6 Sea Flawless (IRE) (30)

Br f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Kitcara

Owner: The Zennor Partnership

Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

4 9-2 (58.1) (9)

Form: 121

Breeder: Sunderland Holding Inc.

Successful twice at 1m 2f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather Won on her latest outing when 4-7fav at Beverley over 1m 2f (good to soft) last month, beating Liseo by 1 1/4l. Up in class, but she’s fancied to throw down a serious challenge Official BHA Rating 87

7

Typewriter (IRE) (10)

B f Gleneagles (IRE) - On Location (USA)

Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay

Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

SP: 8-1

4 9-2 (58.1) (5)

Form: 3030-64

Breeder: Castlefarm Stud

Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good to soft and soft ground. Finished 1 1/4l behind Scampi when fourth of 15 at 40-1 on her latest outing here over 1m 4f (good) earlier this month. Has a bit to prove at this level and she’s likely to find a few too strong Official BHA Rating 94

SP: 50-1

8 Voodoo Queen (GB) (22) 4 9-2 (58.1) (7)

B f Frankel - Cursory Glance (USA)

Owner: Merry Fox Stud Limited

Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket

Form: 2/1150-5

Breeder: Merry Fox Stud Limited

Successful twice at 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 7l behind Luisa Casati when fifth of 9 at 13-2 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 4f earlier this month. Has struggled at this level before and she’ll need to pull out more today. Official BHA Rating 93

SP: 14-1

Kieran O’Neill Devi Singh

Jim Crowley Ewan Turner

Oisin Orr

Daniel Tudhope

Rossa Ryan Josie Mansell

Daniel Muscutt James Hobbs

Saffie Osborne Millie Parrington

Andrea Atzeni Joe Scally

9 Wickywickywheels (IRE) (8) 5 9-2 (58.1) (8)

B m The Carbon Unit (USA) - Advertising Space (IRE)

Owner: Mr James Mearns Long

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

Form: 400005

Breeder: Thistle Bloodstock Ltd

Winner of six races from 1m 3f to 1m 5f on varying ground. Finished 1 1/4l behind Good Show when fifth of 7 on her latest outing at Hamilton over 1m 4f earlier this month. Her effort in a Group 3 at Meydan in February would offer some hope she can compete in this grade Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 7-1

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9............................................................................................(EXACTA)

Hood worn by No 1. Blinkers worn by No 3.

PROBABLE S.P.’S

3-1 Mimikyu (GB), 9-2 River of Stars (IRE), 7-1 Wickywickywheels (IRE), 8-1 Sea Flawless (IRE), 9-1 One Evening (GB), 11-1 Moon Daisy (IRE), 12-1 Alaroos (IRE), 14-1 Voodoo Queen (GB), 50-1 Typewriter (IRE)

RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION 1st

1. Mimikyu holds an entry in the Hardwicke Stakes at Royal Ascot on Saturday 24th June

The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by a representative of William Hill.

William Hill have generously given £50 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race

The William Hill Brontë Cup (Group 3)

Paul Mulrennan Jennifer Burns

HAYDOCK HAYDOCK HAYDOCK

The Betfred Temple Stakes (Group 2)

Five Furlongs (1,000 metres)

Distance: 5f

Race Type: Group Two Prize Money: £125000

No Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw

The Horse Watchers

B g Twilight Son - Zawiyah Jockey: Connor Beasley Owner: Cheveley Park Stud Trainer: Henry Candy, Wantage Form: 6/1522-0 D BF

Redpender Stud Ltd

f Aclaim (IRE) - Knock Stars (IRE)

Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum

James Tate, Newmarket

Neil Callan

f Ardad (IRE) - Astley Park Jockey: Callum Rodriguez

Mr David W. Armstrong

Edward Bethell, Middleham

f Cotai Glory - Thrilled (IRE)

Mr Katsumi Yoshida

Roger Varian, Newmarket

or Br f Showcasing - Katie’s Diamond (FR)

Clipper Logistics

K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Houghton Bloodstock UK Ltd

William Buick

14 (EXACTA)

Hood worn first time by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 12.

PROBABLE S.P.’S

9-2 The Platinum Queen (IRE), 5-1 Dramatised (IRE), 7-1 Royal Aclaim (IRE), 15-2 Mitbaahy (IRE), 17-2 Twilight Calls (GB), 9-1 Live In The Dream (IRE), 14-1 Happy Romance (IRE), 16-1 Raasel (GB), 33-1 Annaf (IRE), Equilateral (GB), 50-1 Equality (GB), 66-1 Acklam Express (IRE), 200-1 Existent (GB), Sandbeck (GB)

1. Acklam Express, 2. Annaf, 3. Equality, 4. Equilateral, 5. Existent, 7. Mitbaahy, 8. Raasel, 9. Twilight Calls, 10. Happy Romance, 11. Royal Aclaim, 13. The Platinum Queen & 14. Dramatised all hold an entry in the Kings Stand at Royal Ascot on Tuesday 20th June

8th to 11th June 2023

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The Tattersalls Irish 2,000 Guineas of €500,000 (Group 1) One Mile (1,600 metres) Guineas Post

Starting from stalls.

Value to winner: €285000

Second: €100000

Third: €50000

Fourth: €25000

Fifth: €15000

Sixth: €10000

Seventh: €5000

Eighth: €5000

1 AGE OF KINGS (310)

3 9-2 (128) (11)

B c Kingman (GB) - Turret Rocks Jockey: Seamie Heffernan

Owner: Westerberg,Magnier,Tabor,Smith,Brant

Trainer: A P O’Brien

Form: 21743-

Breeder: Farmleigh Bloodstock Ltd

Didn’t look one of the yard’s leading juveniles last season when winning just one of his five starts (6f). Big ask without a prep run as he steps up in trip Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 2

2 ALEXANDER JOHN (41)

B c Dick Whittington - Central Force (GB)

3 9-2 (128) (5)

Jockey: Nathan Crosse

Trainer: Luke Comer Form: 3336-07

Owner: Luke Comer

Breeder: Luke Comer

A beaten favourite in three of his juvenile starts and still remains a maiden from seven attempts following two heavy defeats here this term. Impossible to make a case for. Star Rating 1

3 BOLD DISCOVERY (USA) (26)

B c Bolt d’Oro (USA) - Caribbean Babe (USA)

Owner: Marc Chan

Trainer: Mrs John Harrington

3 9-2 (128) (10)

Jockey: Billy Lee

Form: 13-25

Breeder: CHC Inc

Placed in two 7f Group 3 events following a winning debut over that trip last autumn, but fell below that form on his first attempt at 1m here earlier in the month. Plenty still to prove Winning Range GY Star Rating 2

4 CAIRO (63)

3 9-2 (128) (4)

B c Quality Road (USA) - Cuff Jockey: Wayne Lordan

Owner: D Smith,Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,Westerberg

Trainer: A P O’Brien Form: 2121-10

Breeder: Coolmore

A winner of both 1m starts and also has a Group 3 success over 7f on his CV Below par over a longer trip on the dirt in Dubai but no surprise to see him bounce back. Winning Range YS-Gd & AW Star Rating 3

5 CHARYN (21)

3 9-2 (128) (6)

Gr c Dark Angel - Futoon Jockey: D Egan

Owner: Nurlan Bizakov

Trainer: Roger Varian (in GB)

Form: 1231-28

Breeder: Grangemore Stud

UK raider who was good enough to land a 6f Group 2 in France last year Second in the Greenham but never able to get competitive when only eighth in the English 2000 Guineas. Winning Range Sft-Gd. Star Rating 3

6 *GALERON (21)

3 9-2 (128) (8)

B c Camacho (GB) - Society Gal Jockey: Colin Keane

Owner: Teme Valley & Aura Racing

Trainer: Charles Hills (in GB)

Form: 6641-34

Breeder: Gigginstown House Stud

Showed a liking for this track when landing the Goffs Million over 7f as a juvenile Finished an eyecatching fourth in the English Guineas recently and must be considered with Colin Keane on board. Winning Range Sft-GF. Star Rating 4 7 HI ROYAL (21)

B

Owner: Jaber Abdullah

Trainer: Kevin Ryan (in GB)

3 9-2 (128) (2)

Jockey: Oisin Murphy

Form: 31-42

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

c Kodiac (GB) - Majestic Roi (USA)

Ayr maiden winner who was making just his fourth start when runner-up in the English 2000 Guineas despite hanging left, belying huge odds of 125/1. No surprise to see him run another big race. Winning Range Gd. Star Rating 4

No Horse Age st-lb (Ibs) Draw

8 PADDINGTON (GB) (26)

B c Siyouni (FR) - Modern Eagle (GER)

Owner: Tabor,Smith,Magnier,Westerberg,Brant

Trainer: A P O’Brien

3 9-2 (128) (3)

Jockey: Ryan Moore

Form: 51-11

Breeder: Dayton Investments Ltd

Beaten on his debut but faultless and progressive since, completing a hat-trick with the minimum of fuss in a Listed event over C&D May improve for better ground and looks the pick of the Ballydoyle team. Winning Range Sft-YS. Star Rating 4

9 PROUD AND REGAL (20)

3 9-2 (128) (9)

Ch c Galileo - Simply Perfect (GB) Jockey: Gavin Ryan

Owner: D Smith,Mrs J Magnier,M Tabor,Westerberg

Trainer: Donnacha Aidan O’Brien

Form: 11321-3

Breeder: Coolmore

Landed three juvenile wins last term, including a Group 1 in France. Didn’t improve for a step up to 1m 2f on his reappearance but dangerous to write off back down in distance on better ground. Winning Range Hvy-Gd. Star Rating 4

10 QUAR SHAMAR (GER) (43)

Ch c Shamardal (USA) - Quariana (GER)

Owner: Zhang Yuesheng

Trainer: Mrs John Harrington

3 9-2 (128) (1)

Jockey: Shane Foley

Form: 0-1

Breeder: Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof

Toiled on his only juvenile start but proved a revelation when impressively landing a 1m Dundalk maiden on his reappearance. Massively upped in class but he likely has plenty of improvement in him. Winning Range AW. Star Rating 2

11

+ROYAL SCOTSMAN (21)

B c Gleneagles - Enrol (GB)

Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay0

Trainer: Paul & Oliver Cole (in GB)

3 9-2 (128) (7)

Jockey: Jamie Spencer

Form: 13152-3

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Took Goodwood’s Group 2 Richmond Stakes at two and has clearly kicked on this year, finishing third in the English 2000 Guineas despite not getting the run of the race. Better ground will be in his favour Winning Range GS-GF Star Rating 5

*Denotes Second Entry

+Denotes Supplementary Entry

TStrap worn by No. 2.

PROBABLE S.P.’S

9/4 Royal Scotsman, 10/3 Hi Royal, 4/1 Paddington (GB), 11/2 Proud And Regal, 8/1 Galeron, 12/1 Cairo, 16/1 Age Of Kings, Charyn, Quar Shamar (GER), 25/1 Bold Discovery (USA), 250/1 Alexander John 2022 - 1st Native Trail (GB) 2nd New Energy 3rd Imperial Fighter (1 min. 39.2 sec.)

RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION

1st €285000 2nd €100000 3rd €50000 4th €25000 TIME

DISTANCES

1. Age Of Kings, 3. Bold Discovery, 4. Cairo, 5. Charyn, 6. Galeron,

Paddington, 10.

Shamar & 11. Royal Scotsman all hold an entry in the St James Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot on Tuesday 20th June

5. Charyn holds an entry in the Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot on Friday 23rd June

4. Cairo & 8. Paddington both hold an entry in the King Edward VII Stakes at Royal Ascot on Friday 23rd June

8.

Quar

TOP JOCKEY AT YORK

The Championship will be determined by the number of winners recorded and in the event of a tie, placed efforts will prove the deciding factor. The winner will receive the acclaimed Living North Trophy, as well as £2,500, to celebrate their achievement

William Buick joined Oisin Murphy at the top of the standings with a win on the impressive Mostabshir.

2023 STANDINGS

William Buick 3

Oisin Murphy 3

Living North

Top Jockey 2022: Daniel Tudhope

5th Race 3.50

The William Hill Extra Place Races Daily Stakes

About Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres)

See page 76 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION

Distance: 7f

Race Type: Handicap

Rating: 61-80

Prize Money: £20,000

Age: 3

Stalls: Farside

Another competitive handicap, this time for 3-year-olds only, rated between 61 and 80, over 7 furlongs.

Remember, it’s a handicap so the best on past performance in the eyes of the handicapper will be the highest rated horse and start by carrying the most weight, Tellus and Verdansk share, what some consider, the dubious privilege here.

Seeking a scapegoat for your poor luck, try the Punters Panel at 12.45pm in the Winners Enclosure.

LAST YEAR’S RACE

Winner: TRUELY ACLAIMED

Trainer: John Quinn

Jockey: Harry Davies

Age/Weight: 3-9-1

Runners: 17 SP: 10/3F

John Quinn took full advantage when booking the talented claimer Harry Davies to ride Truely Aclaimed. They tracked the leaders before being sent for home a furlong out, she was game to hold off the late challenge of Fiftyshadesaresdev.

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS

THE TALE OF THE CLOCK

Race Average Time: 1m 27.52s

Racing Post Standard Time: 1m 23s

Course Record: 1m 21s by Shine So Bright (24-Aug-19)

All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years

Leading course trainer (17-22): R Fahey (35 wins from 484 runners, 7%) runs CRAVEN and RIVER USK

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Haggas (9 wins from 46 runners, 20%) runs FIVE TOWNS

Longest Traveller: AMERICAN AFFAIR trained by J Goldie, Glasgow, 219 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 25th May

KNAVESMIRE TIP

A typically competitive Knavesmire handicap might suit the lightly-raced VERDANSK, whose previous form has a solid feel to it and this son of No Nay Never remains unexposed on only his second start in a handicap He was a good third at Newmarket on his reappearance and this slightly easier level could work in his favour. Recent Ayr winner Tellus is holding her form and can go well again, despite running off 4lb higher, while Five Towns, Starnberg and River Usk also warrant consideration.

5th Race 3.50

The William Hill Extra Place Races Daily Stakes

Distance: 7f

Race Type: Handicap (61-80)

Prize Money: £20,000

Age: 3

Stalls: Farside

No Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw

1 Tellus (GB) (19)

9-9 (61.2) (8)

B f Aclaim (IRE) - Virtuality (USA) Jockey: Jason Hart

Owner: Honeycomb Stud Mr JO’Rourke & Mr G Fagan

Trainer: John Quinn, Malton

Form: 2224-11 D

Breeder: Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd

Successful at 6f and 7f on good and good to soft ground. Won on her latest outing at Ayr over 7f (good) earlier this month, beating Kelpie Grey by 1 1/2l. Has also won at Pontefract this season. Was raised 4lb for that success but is a strong traveller with more to offer Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 11-2

2 Verdansk (GB) (21)

9-9 (61.2) (6)

B c No Nay Never (USA) - Boater (IRE) Jockey: Rossa Ryan

Owner: Barker Creighton Davis Kent Partnership

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford Form: 353-3

Placed in three of four starts. Third of 8 behind Yacowlef beaten 5l on his latest outing at Newmarket over 7f (soft) earlier this month. Going the right way and is a highly appealing option on only his second start in a handicap, although any rain would be welcome

Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 11-1

3 Five Towns (GB) (220)

9-8 (60.8) (13)

B f Lord Kanaloa (JPN) - Guilty Twelve (USA) Jockey: Andrea Atzeni

Owner: Merry Fox Stud Limited

Breeder: Merry Fox Stud Limited

Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket Form: 501- D

A winner for the first time from three starts at Kempton over 7f on her latest outing in October last year, beating Maggie’s Way by 1/2l. She showed a big improvement on that occasion and would be a player if she can match that level back on turf Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 10-1

4 Starnberg (IRE) (14)

9-7 (60.3) (12)

B g Clodovil (IRE) - Taaluf (IRE) Jockey: Jim Crowley

Owner: Mr Mohamed Saeed Al Shahi

Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Form: 24642-2

Breeder: Kildaragh Stud

Placed in three of seven starts. Beaten 1l by Spioradalta when second of 5 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Nottingham over 1m (soft) earlier this month. Has shown a good level of consistency and might do even better now. Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 8-1

5

Zabbie

(GB) (9)

B f Poet’s Word (IRE) - Barnezet (GR)

Owner: Robin Blunt & Jonathan Palmer-Brown

Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough

9-6 (59.9) (3)

Jockey: Cam Hardie

Form: 352-025 D

Breeder: Robin Blunt

A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Finished 2 1/4l behind Zara’s Return when fifth of 13 at 8-1 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 1m (good) earlier this month. Would be dangerous to rule out in a wide-open event.

6

Monopolise (GB)

Bl g Showcasing - Simply Me

Owner: Laurence Bellman

Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn

(37)

Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 16-1

9-5 (59.4) (2)

Jockey: Saffie Osborne

Form: 6511-35 D

Breeder: Laurence Bellman

Successful at 7f and 1m on soft ground and on the all-weather Finished 5l behind Harry Magnus when fifth of 17 at 12-1 on at Newmarket over 7f last month. Should have the pace to hold a good early position and is one to note.

Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 40-1

7 River Usk (IRE) (26)

B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Clytha

Owner: Mr Steve Bradley

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

9-5 (59.4) (7)

Jockey: Oisin Orr

Form: 0523-21 D

Breeder: Limestone & Tara Studs

Won for the first time from seven starts on his latest outing when 9-4fav at Beverley over 7f (soft) earlier this month, beating Sunny Orange by 4l. Seems to have improved since he was gelded and may well have a lot more to offer Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 11-2

8 Craven (GB) (282)

B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Morant Bay (IRE)

9-4 (59.0) (9)

Jockey: Jack Garritty

Owner: Northern Marking Ltd

Breeder: Fernham Farm Ltd & Farraday Equine Ltd

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Form: 2200-

Placed twice in four starts. Well beaten behind Kyeema when last of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last August. He is wearing a visor for the first time. Has course experience, which is always handy, but he does need a big step forward.

Official BHA Rating 74 SP: 66-1

9 Concert Boy (IRE) (19)

B g Kodiac - Perfect Fun

Owner: Windmill House Thoroughbred Limited 1

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

9-3 (58.5) (11)

Jockey: Daniel Tudhope

Form: 344-01 D

Breeder: Mrs O. M. E. McKeever

A winner for the first time from five starts at 5-1 at Newcastle over 7f on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Sidney’s Son by 3/4l. Raised 3lb for that success but he has scope and looks worth a try at this sort of level. Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 11-1

10

Harlem Nights (IRE) (52)

9-3 (58.5) (1)

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Elusive Beauty (IRE) Jockey: Tom Eaves

Owner: Coverdale Stud

Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud

Trainer: James Horton, Middleham Form: 50503-1 D

A winner for the first time from six starts at Wolverhampton over 7f on his latest outing last month, beating Rossmore Nation by 1 1/4l. That was his first run after being gelded and he created a very favourable impression. However, a good start will be crucial.

Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 9-1

11 American Affair (GB) (11)

9-3 (58.5) (14)

B g Washington DC (IRE) - Classy Anne Jockey: Paul Mulrennan

Owner: Barraston Racing & Mr J S Goldie

Breeder: John McGrandles

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow Form: 651 D

A winner for the first time from three starts at 13-2 at Wetherby over 7f (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Glory Sky by 1l He ran above market expectations that day but there was no fluke about his determination at the finish.

Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 17-2

12 Impulsive Reaction (IRE) (37)

B g Fast Company (IRE) - Key Moment (IRE)

9-0 (57.2) (5)

Jockey: James Sullivan

Owner: Mr T. A. Scothern & Partner

Breeder: Alexandra Butler & Brackvoan Stud

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Form: 31300-6 D

A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Finished 12l behind James Mchenry when last of 6 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Ripon over 1m (soft) last month. Posted a good try on his only previous visit here and represents a yard that always have to be respected at this course

Official BHA Rating 70 SP: 40-1

13 Saleet (GB) (37)

Br f Tasleet - Sally (FR)

Owner: Mr B Valentine & Partner Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

9-0 (57.2) (4)

Jockey: Duran Fentiman

Form: 42130-6

Breeder: Silfield Bloodstock

A winner at 6f on good ground. Finished 6l behind Another Baar when sixth of 11 at 20-1 on her latest outing at Ripon over 6f (soft) last month. Raced just once before over this trip and would need to post a much-improved effort to get involved at the business end.

Official BHA Rating 70 SP: 100-1

14

Tasever (GB) (17)

B g Tasleet - Forever Excel (IRE)

Owner: Ambrose Turnbull & John Cruces

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

8-13 (56.7) (10)

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 0434-24

Breeder: Wayne Clifford

Placed twice in six starts. Finished 3 1/2l behind Radio Goo Goo when fourth of 11 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 6f (soft) earlier this month. Has lots of ability but this marks a step up in trip and that is unknown territory at present.

Official BHA Rating 69 SP: 33-1

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 14 ..........................................................................................(EXACTA)

Visor worn first time by No. 8. Blinkers worn by No. 4. Tongue Strap worn by No. 1. Running for the first time since Gelding No. 8.

STEWARDS NOTE

VERDANSK: Following its run on 6/5/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed.

PROBABLE S.P.’S

11-2 Tellus (GB), River Usk (IRE), 8-1 Starnberg (IRE), 17-2 American Affair (GB), 9-1 Harlem Nights (IRE), 10-1 Five Towns (GB), 11-1 Verdansk (GB), Concert Boy (IRE), 16-1 Zabbie (GB), 33-1 Tasever (GB), 40-1 Monopolise (GB), Impulsive Reaction (IRE), 66-1 Craven (GB), 100-1 Saleet (GB)

RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION

William Hill have generously given £50 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race

The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by a representative of William Hill.

TOP TRAINER AT YORK AWARD

The Championship will be determined by the number of winners recorded and in the event of a tie, placed efforts will prove the deciding factor. The winner will receive the coveted Charles Clinkard Trophy and a smart pair of shoes plus £2,500 for the stable to share and a Christmas Party here at York in December.

2023 STANDINGS

Kevin Ryan was taken into the lead by Marhaba The Champ before being pegged back by Clarehaven two races later. They head into today all square at the top.

2022 Champion: Karl Burke

John & Thady Gosden

Kevin Ryan

3

Andrew Balding 2

Simon & Ed Crisford 2

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What a pleasure and privilege it is for the regiment to once again be part of another exciting weekend of racing at York’s Knavesmire. As Colonel of the Regiment, I am proud to announce to racegoers, that as of 5 April of this year, His Majesty King Charles III, granted the regiment ‘Royal’ status. Acutely aware that the award of this title is a singular honour, it will cement our soldiers’ pride and identity in belonging to uniquely, the only county-named Infantry regiment remaining in the British Army, committed to service and duty to our Nation. The operational challenges that we face in the future will be embraced by our soldiers and officers with the same level of professionalism, commitment and determination, we’ve always displayed, but now with an enhanced sense of pride in belonging to ‘The Royal Yorkshire Regiment’.

A lot has happened since the 2022 race meeting. Under the Army’s ‘Future Soldier’ transformation, our 1st Battalion have re-rolled to become Light Mechanised Infantry based at Catterick, and are now equipped with highly mobile Foxhound and Jackal vehicles and the full suite of infantry weapons, able at short notice to deploy rapidly to operate in any conflict, combining manoeuvre and firepower to gain battlewinning advantage. Ready for anything, anytime, anywhere, the Battalion is about to deploy on operations to Iraq and Kosovo.

Maj Gen Stenning

Our 2nd Battalion returned from Cyprus in 2022 and are now based in Chester. At the heart of developing, testing and challenging Infantry warfighting concepts and capabilities, they are the Army’s Next Generation Combat Team, equipped with the latest autonomous platforms, drones, information and night vision systems, working with industry, partners and allies, enabling us to win on today’s and tomorrow’s battlefields. Having established new ways for the Infantry to fight, the Battalion recently participated in the US Army Warfighting Experiment and have just completed a high-profile trial, putting all their new knowledge to the test, informing how the Army can be more lethal, more manoeuvrable and more survivable on the battlefield. Out Think – Out Fight.

Meanwhile here in Yorkshire and Teesside, our 4th Battalion have once again demonstrated the full capability of the Army Reserves by deploying on operations in Oman over Christmas and are now preparing for a major exercise in the USA in August to work alongside the New York National Guard. With a presence across our major cities and towns, both the Battalion and the Band of The Royal Yorkshire Regiment are actively recruiting now.

So, in summary your Royal County regiment is in a good place. Operationally focussed with some highly relevant combat roles in today’s modern Army, we will continue to strengthen our bonds with the county that we come from and represent, collaborating with Yorkshire businesses and organisations, and working more closely with and among the broader ‘community of Yorkshire’. I wish you all an enjoyable and successful day.

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6th Race 4.25

The Royal Yorkshire Regiment Stakes

About One Mile (1,500 metres)

See page 76 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION

Distance: 1m

Race Type: Handicap

Rating: 76-95

Prize Money: £20,000

Age: 3

Stalls: Inside Rail

Another conventional handicap, your key numbers are one mile, up to 95 rated, three-year-olds only.

It is Maximilian Caesar who gets that top weight. An in form stable or jockey might be your salvation, check out the table below.

LAST YEAR’S RACE

Winner: EXMINSTER

Trainer: Edward Bethell

Jockey: P J McDonald

Age/Weight: 3-8-10

Runners: 10 SP: 9/1

P J McDonald quickly followed up his previous win with another on Exminster for Ed Bethell. The winning distance wasn’t quite as emphatic, with just a head separating the first two home.

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS

THE TALE OF THE CLOCK

Race Average Time: 1m 41.47s

Racing Post Standard Time: 1m 35.70s

Course Record: 1m 34.35s by Croupier (18-May-23)

All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years

Leading course trainer (17-22): R Fahey (35 wins from 484 runners, 7%) runs REIDH

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Beckett (12 wins from 46 runners, 26%) runs QUANTUM IMPACT

Longest Traveller: QUANTUM IMPACT trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 251 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 25th May

KNAVESMIRE TIP

A case can be made for several of these but a chance is taken one SCEPTIC, a 260,000gns yearling who makes his handicap debut following a disappointing run in a conditions stakes at Goodwood earlier this month. He is a half-brother to Listed-placed Magical Journey and mile winner New York Angel, so the Lingfield maiden winner looks capable of bouncing back for powerful connections. Maximilian Caesar bolted up over this trip at Doncaster most recently and is feared off 9lb higher, while Dubai Jemila and Saxon King add further spice to the race.

SCEPTIC

MAXIMILIAN CAESAR

6th Race 4.25

The Royal Yorkshire Regiment Stakes

Distance: 1m

Race Type: Handicap (76-95)

Prize Money: £20,000

Age: 3

Stalls: Inside Rail

No Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw

1 Maximilian Caesar (IRE) (21)

B g Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Primrose Gate (IRE)

Owner: Keep Kicking Racing & Partner

Trainer: Marco Botti, Newmarket

9-9 (61.2) (10)

Jockey: Andrea Atzeni

Form: 61322-1 D

Breeder: Tony Doyle

Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good to soft ground. A winner at 7-2 at Doncaster over 1m (good to soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Metahorse by 9l. Although he has to shoulder top-weight here, he cannot be dismissed.

Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 4-1

2 Dubai Jemila (GB) (38)

9-8 (60.8) (7)

Ch f Dubawi (IRE) - Joyful Hope Jockey: Tom Eaves

Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah

Breeder: Watership Down Stud & Mr Andrew Rosen

Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Form: 410-0

A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 20l behind Mammas Girl at 50-1 when last of 15 in the Group 3 Lanwades Stud Nell Gwyn Stakes at Newmarket over 7f (good to soft) last month. This represents a considerable drop in grade, so she merits consideration.

Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 16-1

3 Sceptic (IRE) (22)

B g No Nay Never (USA) - Aljaazya (USA)

9-7 (60.3) (2)

Jockey: Saffie Osborne

Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay

Breeder: Camas Park, Lynch Bages & Summerhill

Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere Form: 4-16

A winner at 7f on the all-weather. Finished 9l behind Cicero’s Gift when last of 6 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month. He remains unexposed and is open to improvement on his handicap debut.

Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 12-1

4 Saxon King (GB) (20)

9-6 (59.9) (9)

B c Zoustar (AUS) - Brevity (USA) Jockey: Jim Crowley

Owner: JJ Culhane & Cliveden Stud

Breeder: Cliveden Stud Ltd

Trainer: Charles Hills, Lambourn Form: 0321-1 D

Successful twice at 1m on soft and heavy ground. A winner at 5-1 at Newmarket over 1m (soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Dark Thirty by 1 1/2l. He is rated 5lb higher for that success but still makes strong appeal.

Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 9-2

5

Quantum Impact

B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Marie Celeste (IRE)

(IRE) (21)

9-6 (59.9) (4)

Jockey: Rossa Ryan

Owner: Mr Marc Chan

Breeder: Mrs S. M. Rogers

Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down Form: 4211-4 BF

Successful twice at 6f on good and heavy ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind Novus when fourth of 8 at 11-8fav on his latest outing at Goodwood over 7f earlier this month. That was his first run after a layoff and he has proven to be very effective over shorter in the past.

Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 6-1

6 Feel The Need (GB)

B g Ribchester (IRE) - Patterned

(14)

9-6 (59.9) (5)

Jockey: Daniel Tudhope

Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd XXII & Partner 2

Breeder: D. J. and Mrs Deer

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Form: 4100-24

A winner at 7f on good ground. Finished 5l behind James Mchenry when fourth of 9 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month. He faces tougher opposition here and will need to take a big step forward to land this.

Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 14-1

7

Metahorse (GB)

Gr or Ro g Havana Grey - Highly Spiced

(21)

9-5 (59.4) (3)

Jockey: Oisin Orr

Owner: Amo Racing Limited

Breeder: Al-Baha Bloodstock

Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket Form: 1030-62

Successful at 6f and 7f on good ground. Beaten 9l by Maximilian Caesar when second of 6 at 13-2 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month. Merits consideration on the pick of his form but recent efforts have been a little disappointing.

Official BHA Rating 85 SP: 16-1

8

Theme Park (GB)

(10)

9-5 (59.4) (1)

B c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Queen’s Prize Jockey: Rowan Scott

Owner: Martin Webb Racing

Breeder: The Queen

Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton Form: 21-56

A winner at 7f on the all-weather Finished 2 1/4l behind Dark Thirty when sixth of 14 at 33-1 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) earlier this month. Looks set to benefit from this stiffer stamina test and is worth a second look based on that.

Official BHA Rating 85 SP: 14-1

9 Spioradalta (GB) (14)

B g Rajasinghe (IRE) - Broughtons Secret

Owner: Clayton Civils, S Morrell & Hathaway

Trainer: Mark Walford, Sheriff Hutton

8-13 (56.7) (8)

Jockey: Jack Garritty

Form: 22-3261 D

Breeder: M. E. Broughton

Successful at 7f and 1m on good to soft and soft ground. Won on his latest outing when 2-1fav at Nottingham over 1m (soft) earlier this month, beating Starnberg by 1l This demands another step forward and others make more pressing claims.

Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 11-1

10 Reidh (IRE) (24)

8-12 (56.2) (6)

B c Kodiac - Praskovia (IRE) Jockey: Cam Hardie

Owner: Mr J. Staunton

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Form: 43-3 BF

Breeder: Sebastian Curran

Placed twice in three starts. Third of 9 behind Nine Six Five beaten 1 3/4l at 11-8fav on his latest outing at Pontefract over 1m (good) earlier this month. He makes his handicap debut here and the form of his juvenile campaign seems to have worked out well.

Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 12-1

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10 ..........................................................................................(EXACTA)

Visor worn by No 7.

STEWARDS NOTE

SCEPTIC: Following its run on 5/5/2023 it was reported that the horse was restless in the stalls.

PROBABLE S.P.’S

4-1 Maximilian Caesar (IRE), 9-2 Saxon King (GB), 6-1 Quantum Impact (IRE), 11-1 Spioradalta (GB), 12-1 Sceptic (IRE), Reidh (IRE), 14-1 Feel The Need (GB), Theme Park (GB), 16-1 Dubai Jemila (GB), Metahorse (GB)

RESULT & PRIZE MONEY

SIXTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT

The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Brigadier ED (David) Colthup CBE.

The Royal Yorkshire Regiment have generously given £50 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.

7th Race 5.00

The Reg Bond “Always And Forever” Stakes

About Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres)

See page 76 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION

Distance: 7f

Race Type: Handicap

Rating: 86-105

Prize Money: £30,000

Age: 3+

Stalls: Farside

We finish the day that bookmakers might have loved, with a final handicap, this time for horses rated between 86 and 105. Like in the game of cricket a score of 100 denotes a good performer As a further nuance to a handicap, connections can choose to use an apprentice jockey and then benefit from a reduction in weight (called a claim) that varies depending on the previous success of the rider In this contest, Pierre-Louis Jarmin takes 3il off the back of Lord Of The Lodge

The biggest burden goes to Shining Blue If you want to take a chance on one, before tonight’s concert, maybe deploy your favourite colours.

LAST YEAR’S RACE

Winner: ESCOBAR

Trainer: David O’Meara

Jockey: Jason Watson

Age/Weight: 8-10-1

Runners: 13 SP: 9/1

Escobar was held up in his usual style before challenging down the nearside under Jason Watson. The pair poked their nose in front to win by a neck.

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS

THE TALE OF THE CLOCK

Race Average Time: 1m 26.22s

Racing Post Standard Time: 1m 23s

Course Record: 1m 21s by Shine So Bright (24-Aug-19)

All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years

Leading course trainer (17-22): T Easterby (31 wins from 484 runners, 6%) runs CRUYFF TURN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): J Goldie (7 wins from 57 runners, 12%) runs FOOLS RUSH IN

Fancy That: D O’Meara won this race in 2014, 2015 and 2022. The stable runs BOPEDRO today.

Longest Traveller: FOOLS RUSH IN trained by J Goldie, Glasgow, 219 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 25th May

KNAVESMIRE TIP

Shining Blue is the highest rated of these and he enjoyed a decent winter in Dubai, but he may be in the grasp of the handicapper now and the nod goes to fellow Godolphin-owned four-year-old OPEN MIND Saeed bin Suroor’s charge was a good second of 16 in a valuable 6f handicap when last seen at Meydan in February and, rated just 2lb higher today, he looks the most likely to score here. The in-form Yorkshire could give him the most to think.

The Reg Bond “Always And Forever” Stakes

1 Shining Blue (IRE) (84)

Distance: 7f

Race Type: Handicap (86-105)

Prize Money: £30,000

Age: 3+

Stalls: Farside

5 10-2 (64.4) (9)

B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Braided (USA) Jockey: Daniel Muscutt

Owner: Godolphin Trainer: Saeed bin Suroor, Newmarket Form: 605-130 D Breeder: Godolphin

He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 10l behind Al Suhail when seventh of 14 on his latest outing at Meydan over 7f in March. Arrives here after a decent winter in Dubai and this son of Exceed And Excel has place claims.

Official BHA Rating 103 SP: 9-1

2 Bopedro (FR) (9)

7 10-1 (64.0) (2)

B g Pedro The Great (USA) - Breizh Touch (FR) Jockey: Daniel Tudhope

Owner: Mr Lee Bond

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Form: 02-0106 D Breeder: Mr Daniel Cherdo

Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Finished 3 1/2l behind Croupier when sixth of 16 at 25-1 on his latest outing here over 1m (good to firm) earlier this month. Ran with credit at this venue that day and he should finish well.

Official BHA Rating 102 SP: 12-1

3

Documenting

(GB) (59)

10 10-0 (63.5) (4)

B g Zamindar (USA) - Namaskar Jockey: Rossa Ryan

Owner: KF, Humphreys, Orr, Glover Priest&Turner Trainer: Kevin Frost, Newark Form: 00510-5 CD

Breeder: Millsec Limited

Has won 10 races at 7f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 4 1/2l behind Mount Athos when fifth of 8 at 33-1 on his latest outing at Kempton over 7f in March. Enjoys it around here, having won over C&D in the past, but needs to find top gear

Official BHA Rating 101 SP: 16-1

4 Open Mind (GB) (99)

4 9-11 (62.1) (5)

Br g Cable Bay (IRE) - Bonhomie Jockey: Louis Steward

Owner: Godolphin Trainer: Saeed bin Suroor, Newmarket Form: 3431-12 D

Breeder: Highclere Stud

He has won three times from 6f to 7f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten a neck by City Walk when second of 16 on his latest outing at Meydan over 6f (good) in February Progressive type who had a successful winter in Dubai and commands respect in this field.

Official BHA Rating 98 SP: 7-1

5 Fools Rush In (IRE) (10)

B g Mehmas (IRE) - Faddwa (IRE)

Owner: Dab Hand Racing

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

5 9-7 (60.3) (7)

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan

Form: 0554-00 D

Breeder: Stephanie Hanly

Winner of seven races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather Beaten 7l behind Bielsa at 40-1 when 18th of 21 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) earlier this month. Didn’t get a clear passage that day but this looks tough.

Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 40-1

6 Cruyff Turn (GB)

Ch g Dutch Art - Provenance

(9)

6 9-7 (60.3) (10)

Jockey: David Allan

Owner: Aberdeen Park & Partner

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Form: 0600-00 C D

Winner of six races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Beaten 7l behind Croupier at 15-2 when seventh of 16 on his latest outing here over 1m (good to firm) earlier this month. Likely to enjoy this drop in trip and 2lb drop in the ratings.

Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 17-2

7

Volatile Analyst (USA) (203)

B g Distorted Humor (USA) - Gentle Caroline (USA)

6 9-6 (59.9) (3)

Jockey: Sam James

Owner: Richard Gilbert & Keith Dalgleish

Breeder: Pollock Farms et al

Trainer: Keith Dalgleish, Carluke Form: 100500- CD

Winner of six races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather Beaten 20l behind Fast Response at 28-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 6f in November last year. Plummeting in the ratings, but he needs more. Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 33-1

8 Lord of The Lodge (IRE) (7) 6 9-2 (58.1) (1)

B h Dandy Man (IRE) - Archetypal (IRE)

Jockey: Pierre-Louis Jamin (3)

Owner: Mrs Elaine M. Burke

Breeder: Mountarmstrong Stud

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn Form: 130240 D

Winner of seven races from 6f to 7f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Beaten 20l behind Bay Breeze at 7-1 when last of 11 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 6f (good) earlier this month. Has a much loftier rating on the all-weather and needs a revival.

Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 25-1

No Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw

7th Race 5.00

9 Sluzewiec (FR) (89)

4 9-1 (57.6) (6)

B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Causa Proxima (FR) Jockey: Kieran O’Neill

Owner: Mr R. Teatum

Breeder: Mme G. Forien & Irish National Stud Cy L

Trainer: Scott Dixon, Rolleston Form: 5110-61 D

He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good and heavy ground and on the all-weather A winner at Cagnes-sur-Mer over 1m (heavy) in February, beating Indyco by a head. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Making his handicap/stable debut today and warrants respect. Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 22-1

10 Titan Rock (GB) (8)

5 9-0 (57.2) (11)

B g Belardo (IRE) - Frabjous Jockey: Jason Hart

Owner: Mr Ross Harmon & Partner

Breeder: Maywood Stud

Trainer: John Quinn, Malton Form: 0-05512 D

He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Beaten a neck by Eligible when second of 20 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) earlier this month. Place claims, despite a 2lb rise for that effort.

Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 13-2

11 Yorkshire (IRE) (16)

3 8-3 (52.2) (8)

B c Harry Angel (IRE) - Totsiyah (IRE) Jockey: Andrea Atzeni

Owner: Clarendon Thoroughbred Racing

Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham

Form: 31-12 BF

Breeder: Mr R. Kavanagh

Successful twice at 6f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten a short head by Mustajaab when second of seven at 4-5fav on his latest outing at Southwell over 7f earlier this month. In good form and he is expected to be thereabouts, despite 2lb rise

Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 5-2

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11...........................................................................................(EXACTA)

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 9. Hood worn by No 7. Visor worn by No 2. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4. STEWARDS NOTE

FOOLS RUSH IN: Following its run on 17/5/2023 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late-on.

PROBABLE S.P.’S

SEVENTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT

The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Surender Singh Kandhari, Chairman Al Dobowi Group

The Bond Family have generously given £50 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race

FIXTURES 2023

June Meeting

Friday 16th June

Mid Summer Raceday

Saturday 17th June 52nd Macmillan

Charity Raceday

John Smith’s Cup Meeting

Friday 14th July

William Hill

Summer Stakes

Saturday 15th July 64th John Smith’s Cup

Music Showcase Weekend

Friday (eve) 28th July

Saturday 29th July

Sky Bet Ebor Festival

Wednesday 23rd August

Thursday 24th August

EBF Lyric Stakes

Plus The Human League

Sky Bet York Stakes Plus Craig David

Juddmonte

International

Yorkshire Oaks/

Ladies Day

Friday 25th August Coolmore Nunthorpe

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September Meeting

Sunday 10th September YorkMix Family

Raceday

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Saturday 23rd September

October Finale

Friday 13th October

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PUZZLE CORNER ANSWERS

Today’s Race Conditions

FIRST RACE 1.35 - The William Hill Keep Your Raceday Positive Stakes

(CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £10468 to the winning horse

The second to receive £4912, the third £2454, the fourth £1228 and the fifth £612. 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). £100 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 25th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 20th, 2023, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb WILLIAM HILL has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 35 entries at £100 - Closed May 22nd, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £8258; Second £4130; Third £2064; Fourth £1032; Fifth £516 Penalty Value: £10468 1 Eliminated

Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 SS

For race details see page 31.

SECOND RACE 2.10 - The Collective Green Energy EBF Restricted Novice Stakes

(CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £10800 to the winning horse The second to receive £5070, the third £2536 and the fourth £1268. for novice two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible, which are in Bands A, B, C, and D. Enter by noon, May 22nd and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 25th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 4lb; fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, a winner of a race 6lb Of 2 races 10lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties) Allowances: Band B from Band A 2lb Band C from Band B 2lb Band D from Band C 2lb (Allowances are cumulative) COLLECTIVE GREEN ENERGY have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have also kindly contributed £1000 towards the prize money for this race; part of the BEBF’s seven figure investment nationwide All horses which are placed in the first six in an EBF Restricted Maiden or Novice race qualifier in 2023 will be qualified to run in either THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for fillies only) at Goodwood on 27 September, 2023, or THE £100,000 EBF RESTRICTED RACE FINAL (CLASS 2) (for colts and geldings only) at York on 13 October, 2023. Both races will be run over seven furlongs. NOTE: Horses entered or declared in a race which is subsequently abandoned will not be eligible to enter a Final. For details on bandings and auction values, please refer to the BHA’s Racing Admin website (www2.racingadmin.co.uk). 23 entries at £100 - Closed May 22nd, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £8534; Second £4266; Third £2134; Fourth £1066 Penalty Value: £10800 Weights raised 3lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SS For race details see page 37

THIRD RACE 2.40 - The William Hill Extra Place Races Daily Stakes

(CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £25770 to the winning horse The second to receive £12085, the third £6045, the fourth £3020, the fifth £1510 and the sixth £755 for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, May 22nd and pay £250 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 25th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after May 20th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb WILLIAM HILL has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of WILLIAM HILL. 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 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. 16 entries at £250 - Closed May 22nd, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £20315; Second £10160; Third £5080; Fourth £2540; Fifth £1270; Sixth £635 Penalty Value: £25770 SS For race details see page 43.

FOURTH RACE 3.15 - The William Hill Brontë Cup (Group 3)

(CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £57844 to the winning horse The second to receive £21930, the third £10975, the fourth £5467, the fifth £2743 and the sixth £1377. for four yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only Enter by noon, May 22nd and pay £900 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 25th. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, after August 31st, 2022, a winner of a Group 3 race 3lb Of a Group 1 or Group 2 race 5lb WILLIAM HILL have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of WILLIAM HILL. 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 14 entries at £900 - Closed May 22nd, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £45451; Second £18656; Third £9333; Fourth £4661; Fifth £2336; Sixth £1163 Penalty Value: £57844.20 A SS

For race details see page 51.

FIFTH RACE 3.50 - The William Hill Epic Boost Stakes (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £10468 to the winning horse

The second to receive £4912, the third £2454, the fourth £1228 and the fifth £612. for three yrs old only, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 25th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 20th, 2023, for each race won 6lb

WILLIAM HILL has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 31 entries at £100 - Closed May 22nd, 2023. Owners

Prize Money Winner £8258; Second £4130; Third £2064; Fourth £1032; Fifth £516 Penalty Value: £10468 Weights raised 1lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SS

For race details see page 59

SIXTH RACE 4.25 - The Royal Yorkshire Regiment Stakes

(CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £10800 to the winning horse

The second to receive £5070, the third £2536 and the fourth £1268. for three yrs old only, Rated 76-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97; such horses rated 75 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 25th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after May 20th, 2023, for each race won 6lb THE ROYAL YORKSHIRE REGIMENT has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 23 entries at £100 - Closed May 22nd, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £8534; Second £4266; Third £2134; Fourth £1066 Penalty Value: £10800 Weights raised 6lbs and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable SS

For race details see page 67.

SEVENTH RACE 5.00 - The Reg Bond “Always And Forever” Stakes

(CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £15462 to the winning horse The second to receive £7251, the third £3627, the fourth £1812, the fifth £906 and the sixth £453 for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. May 25th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 5lb Penalties, after May 20th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb. THE BOND FAMILY have generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race. 21 entries, 2 at £30 and 19 at £150 - Closed May 22nd, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £12189; Second £6096; Third £3048; Fourth £1524; Fifth £762; Sixth £381 Penalty Value: £15462 SS

For race details see page 71.

The Small Print

information for racegoers

Abandoned Racing

In the event of racing being abandoned, refunds on badges and tickets purchased will only be paid in the following circumstances.

a) before the first race - 100% refund.

b) before the completion of three races - 50% refund.

c) therafter - no refund applies.

Refunds cannot be made on racedays. To obtain a refund, racegoers who purchased their admission on the day should send the ticket they were given on entrance with their full name and address to: York Racecourse, York, YO23 1EX within 30 days.Racegoers who booked in advance direct with the track and so paid by card will receive an automatic refund. A similar process will apply for those who paid in advance by cheque. Please visit the racecourse website www.yorkracecourse.co.uk for more information.

Alcohol And Public Order

The Racecourse takes its responsibilities under Licensing Laws very seriously and puts in place training and measures to exceed these obligations. Racegoers are urged to drink responsibly. Alcohol cannot be brought into the stands side enclosures. York Racecourse reserves the right to expel any person found to be drunk or behaving in a disorderly manner.

The “Challenge 25” initiative will be in operation to ensure that only those aged 18 and over are served with alcohol. Thank you for your support of this obligation.

Cameras

Please feel free to take a souvenir photo of your day. However we would remind you that the preparation and performance of the sport must be ensured, so please note:-

1. Kindly refrain from flash photography.

2. Avoid taking photos in restricted areas used by the sporting professionals i.e. Saddling Boxes, Stables, Unsaddling Boxes & Weighing Room.

3. Respect the privacy of others.

Cigarettes and e-cigarettes

The current smoking legislation regarding smoking in public places applies at the racecourse. The use of e-cigarettes is permitted, however they will be treated the same as tobacco products.

Common Courtesy/Entry Conditions

All persons visiting York Racecourse are admitted subject to Racecourse Regulations and the Rules of Racing. The Racecourse reserves the right to refuse admission or remove from the racecourse any person refusing to comply with the Rules and Regulations or whose presence is a source of danger or annoyance to others. A full set of entry rules can be viewed at www.yorkracecourse.co.uk.

Dogs

Racegoers are requested to leave their pets including all dogs at home. Guide and Assistance dogs are welcome.

First Aid

There are first aid posts in the Edwardian Weighing Room, other such buildings have been designated as isolation rooms, should they be required.

Dress Standards

Most racegoers like to make racing at York a special occasion and choose to dress accordingly. Gentlemen (and those identifying as such) in the County Stand are required to wear a collared shirt and tie this afternoon as the jacket requirement has been relaxed given the forecast. It has always been the case that shorts and t-shirts have been welcome in Grandstand and Paddock. All racegoers are reminded that the removal of shirts is not encouraged and that basic decency and not causing offence to fellow racegoers by clothing choices, is required. York Racecourse reserves the right to refuse or, to require anyone to leave who does not observe the above code.

Drugs

A zero tolerance policy on drug abuse is in force, be warned, North Yorkshire Police and our own team are watching with some canine help, sniffing.

Litter

Racegoers are requested to place all litter in the receptacles provided. If you do not need your racecard please place it in a bin as you leave the racecourse.

Noise

So that the horses have the best chance to perform and so your fellow racegoers have the opportunity to enjoy them please do not cause any distractions; the waving of flags or banners, use of radios or making of sudden noises are examples of things to avoid. Racegoers are reminded of Public Health England advice that shouting increases the risk of the spread of diseases, so to consider wearing your face covering when part of a cheering crowd.

Parade Ring

For safety reasons children under the age of twelve are not permitted into the Parade Ring or Unsaddling Enclosure.

Photo Finishes And Stewards’ Enquiries/Objections

In any race where Photo Finish has been called by the Judge, this information will be displayed on the Giant Screen. An announcement will also be broadcast. Race Results and Photographs will also be displayed on the York Racecourse television monitors.

Radios and Mobile Telephones

The use of all types of communication equipment is strictly controlled at all racecourses. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc., for any purpose at the racecourse.

Track Safety

For your own safety and the welfare of the horses, jockeys and stable staff please keep off the track.

Anyone trespassing on the track: Will be liable to arrest and prosecution Will be ejected immediately

Will be banned from all future York race meetings May face a nationwide racecourse ban

Keep a note of any horses that catch your eye this afternoon. You never know, they may be future winners here at York.

SAFE JOURNEY OME…

Thank you for your support this year

If you have any comments, please email to feedback@yorkracecourse.co.uk

Please could we request that a special effort is made to respect our neighbours, with particular regard to noise in the surrounding streets. We look forward to welcoming you back in a few weeks time for our two day June meeting. Day One features the Seat Unique Ganton Stakes, a Listed race run over a mile, with Macmillan Raceday as the fundraising feature on Saturday 17th June.

Please use the toilets on exit or as provided on the walking route to the city.

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