York Racecard - Thursday 24th August

A very warm welcome to Ladies Day at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival. Appropriately, with what looks to be fascinating renewals of the Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks, the Sky Bet Lowther, the EBF and Sir Henry Cecil Galtres Stakes and our second European Breeders’ Fund backed fillies handicap as the last, all featuring fillies or mares, there are four races offering a record reward of £1m in prize money, exclusively for connections of female horses. The above four races combined with the valuable Goffs UK Harry Beeby Premier Yearling Stakes and the ultra-competitive £150,000 Clipper Stakes, offer fabulous action on the track that looks top quality. This made possible by both your attendance and the backing of our partners and sponsors – thank you all for that support. But first a line on yesterday, congratulations to Frankie Dettori after an audacious ride aboard Mostahdaf saw him record his sixth Group One Juddmonte International, posting a record in his retirement season.

The feature £500,000 Group 1 Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks has attracted the Juddmonte Irish Oaks winner and close second, Savethelastdance and Bluestocking, who renew rivalry as three-year-olds. They are taking on older thoroughbreds with proven Group One form, such as Al Husan, the Nassau Stakes winner, from Glorious Goodwood. The locals will be cheering if Lancashire Oaks winner, Poptronic, can defy her odds for Yorkshire connections, David and Yvonne Blunt and Karl Burke.

As if that wasn’t enough, we have the Sky Bet Lowther, the richest Group 2 for juvenile fillies. Relief Rally comes with a huge reputation following her Newbury win for the Double Green of Simon Munir and Isaac Souede Karl Burke again leads the line for Yorkshire, notably with Dorothy Lawrence in the Clipper Silks, his pair will face a couple of the best of the Irish juveniles in Cherry Blossom and Gunzberg.

We are delighted to be staging the ultra-valuable Goffs UK Harry Beeby Premier Yearling Stakes with a prize pot of £300,000. The race has, in the past, showcased the talent of Wootton Bassett, the star colt that gave Malton trainer Richard Fahey his first Group One victory and is now a successful Coolmore stallion. So illustrious hoofprints for Ziggys Condor to follow. This year the winning trainer will also receive free use of the Theault horse box, as seen in the Owners & Trainer’s Car Park. If you want to find out more about buying a horse at next month’s sales then do drop into the Frankel Pavilion and speak to the team from Goffs.

As today sees the running of the EBF and Sir Henry Cecil Galtres Stakes, we are proud of the set of wrought iron gates that serve as a permanent way of remembering him. They stand at the northern end of the course, near the statue of his most famous charge, Frankel who delivered that spellbinding win, now over a decade ago.

If you have a fancy for the Sky Bet Ebor then you’ll want to be at the Winner’s Enclosure for 11.30 today, as the live stalls draw is conducted. Significantly, it will also link the 22 good causes in the Sky Bet Ebor Community Sweepstake to their contender, see p32-33 for more details of this £46,000 charitable initiative.

The “World Pool Moment of the Day”, is an initiative that sees an expert panel select a highlight on each of the three weekdays. The member of racing staff from the yard who looks after the horse awarded “World Pool Moment of the Day” will win £4,000 The winner will also be in with a chance of winning “World Pool Moment of the Year” which will be determined by a combination of scores derived from a public vote and a global expert panel and announced at the Hong Kong International Races at Sha Tin in December. The lucky winner will receive win a VIP trip for four to Hong Kong for either the 2024 Hong Kong Derby or 2024 FWD Champions Day.

In a day full of sporting action, I hope you can find time to visit the Slater Menswear Ebor Fashion Lawn before 2.30pm, set in the picturesque surroundings of the Edwardian Weighing Room. Partners such as The 8th Sign, No1 by GuestHouse and the Hole in Wand are offering great prizes for all you stylish racegoers, plus it is great fun!

Watch the RAF skydive team arrive in style at 1.20pm, visit the British Champion Series Jockey School and Goldream the retired racehorse in Clocktower Enclosure, listen out for the Ripon City Band, dance into the evening with The Monotones, share a bottle of Mercier Champagne for just £48 a bottle, enjoy the 360-selfie camera or taking your own selfie with the Lexus Melbourne Cup or on the Frankie Trail; whatever, it is just our pleasure to welcome you and hope you thoroughly enjoy the racing and experience of the Sky Bet Ebor Festival.

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

Sky Bet Ebor Festival

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

Sky Bet

First Race - 1.50pm

The Sky Bet Lowther Stakes (Group 2) - 6f

Pages 39-41

Goffs UK

Second Race - 2.25pm

The Goffs UK Harry Beeby Premier Yearling Stakes (GBB Race) - 6f

Pages 47-50

Clipper

Third Race - 3.00pm

The Clipper Stakes (Heritage Handicap) - 1m

Pages 57-60

Pertemps Network

Fourth Race - 3.35pm

The Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks (Group 1) - 1m 4f

Pages 69-73

Arthur Boyd-Rochfort

Fifth Race - 4.10pm

The British EBF & Sir Henry Cecil Galtres Stakes (Listed Race) - 1m 4f

Pages 77-79

OR8 Wellness

Sixth Race - 4.45pm

The OR8WELLNESS EBF Stallions Stakes (Nursery Handicap) - 7f

Pages 81-84

European Breeders’ Fund

Seventh Race - 5.20pm

The British EBF 40th Anniversary Fillies’ Stakes (Handicap) - 7f

Pages 87-90

QIPCO

Season long support of the British Champions Series

Races 1 - 5 covered by All races 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, Mexican 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

ALCOHOL RACE

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 advanced book packages.

DANTE SUITE

County Stand bar with tote, toilets, music stage

We hope we have somewhere to cater for all tastes and Wensleydale Creamery for cheese). You may notice that our a raceday None of the restaurants, bistros and buffets mentioned we’d suggest going early Enjoy your food and do let us know

The Gimcrack Restaurant offers a three-course meal for £42.25. Afternoon Tea offered for £18.70.

The Edwardian Weighing Room, John Carr Terrace. Bustling informal lawns and terraces near the parade ring. Try Striped Pig's hot treats or the new York Philly sandwiches. Or toast the summer with a jug of Pimm’s or a craft ale from Wold Top brewery. Visit the 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,

OURT hot/cold offee

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 £42.25 & 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

ound, First & Fifth es, which is on the & scrummy cakes.

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home to our popular

EDWARDIAN WEIGHING ROOM

Heritage over a craft ale from Wold Top Brewery 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 Striped Pig's hot treats or the new York Philly sandwiches

COUNTY STAND

FOOD & DRINK FREE ZONES

GRANDSTAND & PADDOCK

CLOCKTOWER ENCLOSURE

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

RACING AREA

SEAFOOD OPTION

CHILDREN ESPECIALLY WELCOME

MEAL DEAL LOCATION MD

budgets. We source many products locally, (e.g. The East Coast for fish, The our sandwich packaging is biodegradable and that we recycle 10 tonnes of glass on entioned below requires pre-booking although many are popular at busy times so know how we can keep improving.

seating, track view and Clocktower Enclosure

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 available in the refurbished Theakston Bar, also serving Wold Top craft ale in bottles.

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

Mercier Brut NV £48

Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial NV £68

Moët & Chandon Impérial Rosé NV £97

TRIPS TO THE START

Racegoers are invited to join our expert guide for trip register for this free trip or to find out more, see our guide by the thatched hut near the Winner’s Enclosure before 1.15pm 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 from the offer price of £12 for a combined Grandstand and Paddock and Clocktower Enclosure.

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 £10 at a tote window, you can request £50 in cash back from your card.

FRANKIE DETTORI CUP

Proposed and supported by PJA - Two teams of current and former jockeys are doing battle on the football pitch, after racing, in aid of the Injured Jockeys Fund. At the end of the Sky Bet sponsored match, the “Frankie Dettori Cup” will be presented by both its namesake and Jack Berry MBE. Show your support to the sides, captained by David Allan and Kevin Stott, by visiting the Clocktower Enclosure for the 6pm kick off It is a FREE to watch, though donations to the IJF will be welcomed.

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

Centre: Races 1, 2, 4 & 5

Inside: Race 3

Far Side: Races 6 & 7

ENCLOSURE TRANSFERS

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

County Stand full price: £75

Grandstand & Paddock full price: £42

Transfers are available from the Racecourse Office.

360° SELFIE

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

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, as well as Darcy & Wolf (by entrance to Gimcrack Stand)

FRANKIE SELFIE TRAIL

Think traditional seaside photo wall, with an Italian twist. Located around stands side

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. Phil Atkinson is a senior member of the team with special responsibility in this area.

FREE WIFI

1. Search and select York Races - FREE

2. Click T&C’s box then log in

3. You’ll be directed to our home page featuring our partners 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, after the last race. 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

Key bars will remain open up to an hour after the last race. 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.

EBOR FASHION LAWN PRIZES

Most Stylish

£500 Slater Menswear voucher; £350 8th Sign voucher; Two tickets to an EFL match of choice; A bottle of York Gin Roman Fruit.

A table for two in the Voltigeur Restaurant on the first day of the 2024 Dante Festival at York Racecourse.

Most Stylish Couple

One night bed and breakfast stay at No.1 Guesthouse York; A bottle of York Gin Roman Fruit; Two seats in the Premier Racing Lounge on the first day of the 2024 Dante Festival at York Racecourse.

Most Stylish Runner-Up

£100 Slater Menswear voucher;

£100 8th Sign voucher; A bottle of York Gin Roman Fruit.

Best Hat

A George Durdy Bespoke Hat. Up to a value of £250.

Best Dressed Child

Wizard Golf for four at The Hole In Wand in the Coppergate Centre, York, plus magical potion drink and a jar of magical sweets.

Only open to those in the County Stand and Grandstand & Paddock.

Please note with any live event times may vary. The decision of the judges will be final. There is no other prize alternative.

Enter our style stakes and take to the catwalk today at the Slater Menswear Ebor Fashion Lawn

Located in front of the Edwardian Weighing Room

Fabulous prizes across five categories each day!

11am to 2.30pm: Registration & participation

3.15pm: Shortlist announced (on Ebor Fashion Lawn boards & big screens)

3.50pm: Shortlist final judging

Winners announced!

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:

W HAGGAS (32 wins from 191 runners, 17%) runs RELIEF RALLY (1.50), JE NE SAIS QUOI (2.25), SEA SILK ROAD (3.35), MARKET VALUE and SEA THEME (4.10), UNEQUAL LOVE (5.20).

T EASTERBY (30 wins from 490 runners, 6%) runs CRUYFF TURN (3.00), MISTY BLUES (5.20).

R FAHEY (27 wins from 455 runners, 6%) runs ZIGGY’S CONDOR (2.25), AJWADI and EXPERT CHOICE and GAMRAAN (4.45), INTERNATIONAL GIRL (5.20).

Trainers In Form

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

C JOHNSTON (14 wins from 74 runners, 19%) runs AUSTRIAN THEORY and OUTBREAK and SPIRIT CATCHER and THE GATEKEEPER and DUTCH DECOY (3.00), LINCOLN LEGACY (4.45), ESPRESSOO (5.20).

R HANNON (12 wins from 76 runners, 16%) runs PERSICA and DAPPERLING and LOVE BILLY BOY and GAIDEN (2.25), BLUE COLLAR (4.45), ROYAL DRESS (5.20).

R VARIAN (11 wins from 44 runners, 25%) runs AKHU NAJLA (3.00), AL HUSN (3.35), MODAARA (4.10), MATLOOB (4.45), EXIMIOUS (5.20)

Top Course Jockeys

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

DANIEL TUDHOPE (34 wins from 292 rides, 12%) rides QUEEN’S GUARD (1.50), AMBUSHED (2.25), BLUE FOR YOU (3.00).

FRANKIE DETTORI (22 wins from 77 rides, 29%) rides FREE WIND (3.35), SPRING FEVER (4.10).

TOM MARQUAND (22 wins from 158 rides, 14%) rides RELIEF RALLY (1.50), JE NE SAIS QUOI (2.25), TERWADA (3.00), SEA SILK ROAD (3.35), SEA THEME (4.10), UNEQUAL LOVE (5.20).

Jockeys In Form

MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:

WILLIAM BUICK (15 wins from 55 rides, 27%) rides STAR OF MYSTERY (1.50), MASTER FRANCA (2.25), THE GATEKEEPER (3.00), NOVAKAI (3.35), MARKET VALUE (4.10), GUSHING GOLD (4.45), CANDLE OF HOPE (5.20). ROSSA RYAN (13 wins from 42 rides, 31%) rides SYMBOLOGY (1.50), GAIDEN (2.25), BLUESTOCKING (3.35)

DANIEL TUDHOPE (12 wins from 42 rides, 29%) rides listed above.

Weight Watcher

The horses which have dropped most in the weights from previous winning handicap marks in the last two years: 3.00 Cruyff Turn (won off 97 down 3lb to 94); Escobar (won off 107 down 3lb to 104).

Classy Tips

The following horses are running today in a race at least two grades lower than their previous race: 2.25 NAZALAN (down 3 grades); 2.25 HACKMAN (down 2); 4.45 SOLDIER’S GOLD (down 3 grades).

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 22nd August.

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.

YESTERDAYS RACING CTION

THE SKY BET GREAT VOLTIGEUR (GROUP 2)

There was a flurry of late support for the unbeaten Gregory but it was not to be for the Clarehaven colt and instead it was Ballydoyle who claimed the prize.

Canberra Legend, Gregory and Artistic Star all broke smartly and were pushed up to try and claim the lead. Ryan Moore found himself badly outpaced on the Aidan O’Brien runner despite breaking well but looked happy to watch the early skirmish from the back of the field.

Breaking from stall five, Gregory was caught widest but managed to force his way to the front under Frankie.

Canberra Legend settled in second, while Artistic Star was forced to sit third. Castle Way had been caught out by the ferocious early gallop but was able to tack onto the back of the leading trio.

Eventual winner Continuous appeared badly outpaced but Ryan Moore remained calm and it was an indication that those in front were going too quick. Frankie continued to pour it on from the front and coming into the home straight Continuous was still a good six or seven lengths off the leader. Gregory initially began to extend his advantage as they ran down to the three furlong pole but was slowly reeled in by first Castle Way and then Continuous.

Charlie Appleby’s runner took it up for a brief second but was quickly swallowed up by the smooth travelling Continuous. Gregory and the Godolphin colt had nothing left to give and it became an easy job for Ryan Moore who went on to score by an eventual 3 3/4 lengths for Aidan O’Brien. Giving him a first win in the race since Idaho in 2016.

THE JUDDMONTE INTERNATIONAL (GROUP 1)

Frankie was not deterred by his earlier run aboard Gregory and once again sent his mount to lead the Juddmonte International field. Unlike the previous race, he was given a much easier time on the front end. Ryan Moore was happy to sit second on the well fancied Paddington, with Nashwa in third and Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Dante winner The Foxes completing the quartet at the back of the field.

Frankie opened up a two length lead on the field aboard the John & Thady Gosden five-year-old in the early stages and heading into the straight it had increased to four.

A look between the legs entering the last half mile told you everything you needed to know about the confidence of Frankie and he continued to stretch them out heading for home.

Ryan Moore began to push away on the four-time Group One winner and despite closing the gap to within two lengths, Mostahdaf continued to find more

He began to drift toward the far side rail as they entered the last two furlongs but left a gap big enough for Nashwa to exploit were she good enough.

Paddington looked for a moment as though he might bridge the gap but the son of Frankel was merely toying with his rivals as he battled on gamely to land the feature prize in consecutive years for Shadwell.

Nashwa grabbed second spot under a brilliant ride by Hollie Doyle to give Clarehaven an excellent one two in the race.

Frankie signed off his last Juddmonte International in perfect style, adding a sixth and record setting win to his impressive résumé.

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

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

CHRIS WARD Head of Finance 01904 683939 chris.ward@yorkracecourse.co.uk

GAVIN

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AMY SWALES

OFFICIALS

Stewards

ADRIAN SHARPE (Chief Steward)

COLIN VICKERS (Stewards’ Panel Chair)

SIMON CONNAWAY

MICHAEL EYRE

PHILIPA HARDY

HELEN KINSELLA Starters

STUART TURNER

JASON CALLAGHAN

Judge

MICHAEL ROBERTS

Clerks of the Scales

WAYNE BURNELL

KARL CURRAN

Commentator

STEWART MACHIN

Veterinary Officers

MARK COLLINS, NIGEL HAIZELDEN

GRAHAM POTTS & KATE MAXWELL

Medical Officers

DR BRUCE MCLAIN

DR CHRIS HARDING

DR IAN ROBERTS

DR JOHN ADAMS

DR ROS RODEN

Veterinary Surgeons

GEMMA DRANSFIELD

POL ABRIL

BRIAN REED

Betting Ring Managers

MARK RYAN

CLIFF MORRISSEY

MALCOLM HART

Farriers

JAMES HARDY

SCOTT MACKIE

Designated Safeguarding Leads

EMMA PATTERSON

ANTHEA LEIGH

GUESS WHO?

I took out my training license in 2021 and excel with my juveniles.

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?

1. I hold the course record for the Sky Bet Lowther and was trained by Richard Hannon. I won six races in 2014 as a juvenile, who am I?

2. I rounded off my two-year-old campaign by winning a Group One, can you name it?

3. Can anyone get the time in which I won the Sky Bet Lowther, nearest second will suffice!

4. For all the bloodstock lovers out there, can you name the sire of all four of my progeny. The clue is Coolmore.

YORKS RACING CHALLENGE

1. Day Two of the Dante kicked off with a winner for Ed Bethell and Callum Rodriguez. Clue, his name relates or is a characteristic of an area.

2. The Gosdens fired in the winner of the Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Middleton Stakes The mare in question is owned by George Strawbridge.

3. Michael Dods favourite was a narrow third in the Sky Bet Hambleton, he’s since returned to York to win a valuable handicap.

4. Our feature, The Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Dante featured some high class runners. Can you name the Irish pair who finished second and third. One was trained by Aidan O’Brien and the other is a tree native to Northern America...

5. Our final winner of Day Two has since been bought by Godolphin but unusually remained in training with the Crisfords. He could be one for this years Betfred St Leger.

Can you name the runners who ran at York on Day Two of the Dante Festival, from the clues below?

How to Read the Racecard

colour graphic

horse’s saddlecloth number

1 Alpinista (GB) (46)

Gr f Frankel - Alwida

Owner: Miss K. Rausing

Trainer: Sir Mark Prescott Bt, Newmarket

A symbol here denotes the horse holds an entry on British Champions Day, Saturday 21st October

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

Barons Selection

5

9-9

weight st-lbs kg draw

(61.2) (5)

Jockey: Luke Morris

Form: 11111-1

Breeder: Miss K.Rausing

Has won eight races from 7f to 1m4f on ground varying from firm to soft. A winner in the Group 1 Grand Prix Saint-Cloud Stakes at Saint-Cloud over 1m4f (good to soft) last month, beating Baratti by 1 1/4l. Boasts leading credentials on her return to the UK.

Official BHA Rating 118 SP: 2-1

form guide

sire colour of horse

B = bay

Br = brown

Ch = chesnut

Gr = grey

Ro = roan

Official BHA Ratings

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.

In the unlikely event of a dispute with a bookmaker, please call upon the assistance of the AGT Betting Ring Manager. Their office is located near the Theakston Bar to the South of the main Betting Ring.

If

You must be 18 or over to place a bet

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

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 All those in our opener today.

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 Anthea Leigh.

CLERKS OF THE SCALES: .Key in the delivery of a successful racing operation, Karl Curran & Wayne Burnell are 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 all the runners in the Sky Bet Lowther.

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. Michael Roberts is in the hot seat this afternoon.

JUVENILE: .............................Two-year old horse. All horses in our first two contests.

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.

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.

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 Stewart Machin 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

TRAINERS

ROGER FELL & SEAN MURRAY

3.00

1.50

ANDREW BALDING

1.50

4.45 Gushing Gold (IRE)

DAVID & NICOLA BARRON

2.25

MICHAEL & DAVID EASTERBY

4.45 Keep Warm.............................................Joanna Mason

TIM EASTERBY

3.00 Cruyff Turn

5.20 Misty Blues (IRE)

HARRY EUSTACE

4.10 Makinmedoit (IRE)

4.45 Straight A

DAVID EVANS

David Allan

Cam Hardie

Hayley Turner

Hayley Turner

4.10 There’s The Door (IRE) Richard Kingscote

5.20 Cuban Breeze

RICHARD FAHEY

Ben Curtis

2.25 Ziggy’s Condor (IRE) Oisin Orr

4.45 Ajwadi

4.45 Expert Choice.

4.45 Gamraan

5.20 International Girl (IRE)

JIM GOLDIE

2.25 Love Billy Boy (IRE).............................Andrea Atzeni

2.25 Persica (IRE) Sean Levey

4.45 Blue Collar (IRE)

GRANT TUER

Hardie

Orr

Garritty

Orr

5.20 Rock Melody (IRE) Paul Mulrennan

JOHN & THADY GOSDEN

2.25 Bibendum.......................................... Kieran Shoemark

3.35 Free Wind (IRE)

Frankie Dettori

4.10 Lmay (IRE) Kieran Shoemark

4.10 One Evening Ryan Moore

4.10 Spring Fever.

WILLIAM HAGGAS

Frankie Dettori

1.50 Relief Rally (IRE)..................................Tom Marquand

2.25 Je Ne Sais Quoi (IRE)

3.35 Sea Silk Road (IRE)

4.10 Market Value (IRE)

4.10 Sea Theme (IRE)

5.20 Unequal Love

RICHARD HANNON

2.25 Dapperling (IRE)

Tom Marquand

Tom Marquand

William Buick

Tom Marquand

Tom Marquand

Jamie Spencer

2.25 Gaiden (IRE) Rossa Ryan

Neil Callan

5.20 Sophia’s Starlight (FR) Sam James

PADDY TWOMEY

1.50 Gunzburg (IRE) Billy Lee

3.35 Rosscarbery (GER) Billy Lee

ROGER VARIAN

3.00 Akhu Najla David Egan

3.35 Al Husn (IRE) David Egan

4.10 Modaara..........................................................David Egan

4.45 Matloob (IRE) David Egan

5.20 Eximious (IRE) David Egan

ED WALKER

3.00 Terwada (IRE) Tom Marquand

4.10 Scenic (FR) Oisin Murphy

5.20 Peony Saffie Osborne

ARCHIE WATSON

2.25 Ambushed (IRE) Daniel Tudhope

ADAM WEST

4.45 Nelson Rose..............................................Raul Da Silva

SEAN P C WOODS

2.25 Nazalan (IRE) David Egan

HERE’S THE PLAN

Southern End Development

Regular visitors to the Knavesmire will have seen the ongoing investment in the facilities for both horses, participants and racegoers at York. This commitment to continue to improve the experience of racing at York continues with the focus for the next capital project being the area that lies to the south of the Knavesmire Stand and behind the Bustardthorpe Stand.

A planning application has been submitted for a £5 million investment to improve this area for Grandstand & Paddock racegoers.

Subject to approval, work will commence following the October meeting and be open for the busy racedays in the 2024 season.

Architect impressions of the planned improvements

THE HIGHLIGHTS ARE:

• Refurbishing the structure of the 1913 Bustardthorpe Stand viewing stand.

• Replacing and extending the existing single-storey extension to the rear of the Bustardthorpe Stand creating a new, bigger Theakston’s Bar and William Hill betting shop.

• Creating two new racegoer lawns with an overarching canopy similar to that covering the John Carr Terrace.

• Additional toilet, catering and betting facilities.

• Improved arrival experience, including feature gates and improved accessibility.

• A new, single storey, fast serve Roberto Village Bar.

• Sustainability embedded into the development such as solar panels, green roofs and rainwater harvesting, as the venue delivers on its Green Knavesmire 300 pledge

HOW TO BET WITH

Tote is a pool betting system (similar to a lottery) with all of the money going into one pool that is then shared between the winners.

World Pool occurs when Totes from around the globe combine to create even bigger pool sizes.

The simple bets

Simply pick the horse you think will win the race Pick a horse you think will be placed

This is a Win and Place bet combined on the same horse

If you fancy more than one horse

Pick the horses you think will come 1st & 2nd

Pick the horses you think will come 1st, 2nd & 3rd

Pick two horses to finish anywhere in the first three

World Pool bets only available at locations

CHEPSTOW

STRATFORD-ON-AVON

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

• 3 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

BHA Health Checks

NEW THIS YEAR: All runners will be subject to cardiac assessment, trot up and an examination of limbs by palpitation.

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, for their work in retraining & rehoming thoroughbreds.

£35 million

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

Over6,000

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

HELPING YORKSHIRE EBOR COMMUNITY SWEEPSTAKE

The Ebor Community sweepstake is an innovative initiative which seeks to thank, celebrate and reward some of the countless thousands who have helped others in the county.

Working with our partners at Sky Bet and others, we invited nominations. Out of the 100+ entries, we now have shortlisted 22 who will all be joining us on Saturday – they will each be assigned a runner in the Sky Bet Ebor and the charity or community group attached to the winning horse will receive a prize of £20,000. What is more, the second placed horse will earn £5,000 for its connected good cause, £2,000 to the third place duo and all the others benefit from a £1,000 donation. By Noon today, they will know which horse they are cheering on.

Ebor Community Sweepstake Nominee

Age UK

Good Work Undertaken

Age UK is a local, independent charity that supports and provides services for people who are aged over 50 in the East Riding.

Antibiotic Research UK

Barnsley Hospice

ANTRUK tackles the growing global threat of antibiotic resistant infections, driving forward innovative solutions, improving the lives of patients and raising awareness.

Barnsley Hospice is a provider of palliative and end of life care services.

Calderdale Smartmove

Calderdale Smartmove, based in Halifax support homeless and vulnerably housed people

Friends of Kirkham Henry Performing Arts CIC

Homeless Street Angels

Kingfisher Café

They are a Community Interest Company in Malton, offering a performing arts school in Ryedale that works across the generations and with disability groups.

The team go out every Thursday night around Leeds city centre to hand out over 100 hot meals as well as essential such as warm clothes, toiletries, & sleeping bags. They also have a foodbank benefiting 400 families.

The venue supports the homeless in Bridlington, with both hot meals and practical essentials.

Library of Things

It is a library but for things people use infrequently and so normally have to buy It has so far saved people over £200k since it opened and 200 tonnes of carbon dioxide from going into the atmosphere by using items to their full potential.

Looking Back CIC

A network of sporting & social reminiscence groups for sufferers of memory loss illnesses and those who are socially isolated, Clubs exist in the most disadvantaged areas; working with Dewsbury Rams, Batley Bulldogs, Huddersfield Giants and Hull KR.

Menfulness

Offer peer support and social connection - a community to manage mental health and access free counselling.

Open Country

Poppleton Community Trust

Proud ‘N’ Diverse

Sheffield Voices

Streetangels York

Support Dogs

A Yorkshire charity that enables people living with disabilities or ill-mental health to access and enjoy the great outdoors.

Provides facilities for local community groups to help the elderly, vulnerable and combat isolation. It also houses sporting groups to assist in positive mental health and fitness.

Leeds based , providing support and guidance to LGBTQI+ community, on matters of housing to social welfare and education.

The learning disability arm of Disability Sheffield - a self-advocacy group that supports people to have a say about issues that affect them.

Volunteers patrol York city centre on Friday & Saturday evenings, helping with flip flops, directions, a friendly chat, or to get them home safely

Provide, train and support specialist assistance dogs to increase the independence and quality of life for those affected by autism, epilepsy and physical disability

Taking Baby Steps CIC

The Clothing Bank

The Crafty Creatives –Cancer Support Group

The Partially Sighted Society

Working Carers Champions

York, Ryedale & District Multiple Sclerosis Group

A newly formed Community Interest Company, to provide professional, therapeutic support to women and their partners who have suffered miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal death, or birth trauma.

A clothing bank community that recycle pre-loved clothing to make seven days’ worth of clothing packs. These are given out to people who are struggling to clothe themselves after everyday expenses.

A group that provides free weekly art/craft sessions for those affected or recovering from cancer.

The Society help people with visual impairments rebuild their lives following their sight loss diagnosis.

A Community Interest Company (CIC) which works with unpaid working carers to help them feel valued, visible and supported.

The Group supports those with MS as well as their family and friends.

The Sky Bet Lowther Stakes FACT FILE:

WHERE DOES THE RACE NAME COME FROM?

It was named in memory of Hugh Lowther, the 5th Earl of Lonsdale It was established in 1946, and the inaugural running was won by Southernwood.

Distance

Six furlongs (1,200m)

Prize money

£250,000

IS IT A CLASSIC TRIAL?

Yes, many of the recent winners have gone on to run in the following year’s QIPCO 1000 Guineas. Russian Rhythm was the last to complete the big-race double in 2002/03

WHY IS IT SPECIAL?

As a Group 2 it is only one rung from the top of flat racing’s ladder

ANY OVERSEAS INTEREST?

Criquette Head won the race four times for France in 1982, 1987, 1996 and 2009 and Pascal Bary (2007) and Philippe Sogorb (2013) added two more for our cross-channel cousins. Irish-trained fillies have won the race six times, courtesy of Dermot Weld (1977), Vincent O’Brien (1981 & 1990), Jim Bolger (1984) and Ger Lyons (2011). Aidan O’Brien finally broke his duck in this contest in 2018 as the smart sprinting filly, Fairlyland, held off The Mackem Bullet in a thriller Gunzburg & Cherry Blossom represent Ireland today for Paddy Twomey and Aidan O’Brien respectively

Criquette Head

WHERE NEXT?

The next obvious target following a big run in the Sky Bet Lowther Stakes is the Group 1 Cheveley Park Stakes at Newmarket. Run over the same distance, eleven fillies since 1974 have added a Rowley Mile victory to their already impressive resumes - Cry of Truth (1974), Pasty (1975), Devon Ditty (1978), Mrs Penny (1979), Dead Certain (1989), Queen’s Logic (2001), Carry On Katie (2003), Hooray (2010), Rosdhu Queen (2012), Tiggy Wiggy (2014) and 2018’s winner, Fairyland. Fairyland

LEADING TRAINERS?

Richard Hannon Senior leads the way with five victories courtesy of Enstone Spark (1977), Only Yours (1990), Niche (1992), Infamous Angel (2008) & Best Terms (2011). In his first season in sole charge Richard Hannon Junior added a sixth family winner with Tiggy Wiggy in 2014. Mick Channon saddled four winners, Brint Allayl (1998), Queen’s Logic (2001), Flashing Wings (2005) & Nahoodh (2007), before handing over the training licence to son Jack. Karl Burke could move to three winners, if either Beautiful Diamond or Dorothy Lawrence can win the prize.

LEADING RIDER?

Harry Carr, Ron Hutchinson, Richard

& the much-missed Lester Piggott share the honour of having won the race three times but all are retired now. James Doyle has been on board two of the last six winners. So Dorothy Lawrence could be the one to watch.

RECORD BREAKER

Tiggy Wiggy’s winning time of 1m 8.90s in 2014 was not only the fastest for this race but also smashed the six furlongs course record. In comparison, Soar’s victory in 2004 came in a time of 1m 15.90s - exactly seven seconds slower. In her defence the ground was much softer that year With a very strong field lining up here today, the record could well be in jeopardy

WHO ARE THE SPONSORS?

Sky Bet is the UK’s most popular online bookmaker

We’ve been making betting better for years and we’re home of First Race Specials and the Soccer Saturday Price Boost.

We’re hugely passionate about sport which is why we sponsor the English Football League and have recently extended our partnership with York Racecourse, which includes the sponsorship of a lucky thirteen races this week; including the Sky Bet Ebor

HOW DO YORKSHIRE STABLES FIGURE?

Since 1974, the prize has remained in Yorkshire just five times. However, in recent times, Yorkshire lead the way with four of the last seven winners trained in the county Richard Fahey took the prize home to Malton in 2016 with Queen Kindly, will Pretty Crystal oblige for Musley Bank today? While the trophy went to Middleham in 2017, after Mark Johnston’s Threading again boosted Yorkshire’s record in the race Spigot Lodge have claimed two of the last four, Living in the Past (2019) and then again last year with Swingalong, meaning Beautiful Diamond and Dorothy Lawrence are worth consideration.

Richard Hannon Senior

Hughes

Karl Burke

James Doyle

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

BIG RACE TRENDS

THE SKY BET LOWTHER STAKES (GROUP 2)

PREVIOUS WINNERS - LAST TEN RUNNINGS

TRAINERS

Karl Burke has emerged as a trainer to watch after two wins in four years. Richard Hannon Snr holds the record with five wins but the family is absent of a runner today.

RECENT FORM

With eleven of the last seventeen winners of the Sky Bet Lowther Stakes having won on their most recent starts, it suggests that recent form is an important factor to consider. Interestingly, of the six who fail on this trend, four had achieved a top three finish and only Silk Blossom and Hooray completely missed out by each finishing 6th.

BETTING

Swingalong joined 2019's 12/1 winner, Living In The Past, joined Hooray, Best Terms and Besharah in causing a stir when landing the spoils at 11/1 in 2010, 2011 and 2015 respectively. There has been a move away from short priced horses with only three winning favourites in the last ten years. Consider horses above 5/1, so everyone but Relief Rally, Cheery Blossom and Flora Of Bermuda.

KEY RACES

The Princess Margaret and Queen Mary Stakes, both run at Ascot over 6f and 5f respectively, have been the best pointers in recent years. If you were to favour one race then it would have to be the Princess Margaret Stakes with Enthused (2000), Russian Rhythm (2002), Soar (2004), Lady Of The Desert (2009), Besharah (2015) and Zain Claudette (2021), all having followed up their Ascot victory by winning this afternoon’s race. Living In The Past was also third in the Princess Margaret Stakes before winning here in 2019. Relief Rally, Flora Of Bermuda and Beautiful Diamond all contested the Queen Mary. The sole runner to run in the Princess Margaret was Symbology, who finished third.

DISTANCE

There is nothing to be gained in this area as in recent seasons there is a pretty even split of winning fillies which had already won over six furlongs and those that were winning over this trip for the first time.

KEY TRENDS

Won or placed last time out

Ran in the Princess Margaret Stakes

Above 5/1

CONCLUSION

Relief Rally can do little wrong at the moment, winning three of her last four starts. Her only defeat came in the Queen Mary Stakes, which is a great trial for this. She was treated favourably at the weights in the Weatherbys Super Sprint and has been on the go a long time this season, so is worth opposing in a race that doesn't favour favourites. Symbology was the only runner to contest the Princess Margaret Stakes and ran well to finish third Nothing has come out to do the form many favours since but she may pick up a place. Cherry Blossom is the pick of the Irish duo after her emphatic success at the Curragh. She could step up but foreign raiders don't have a great record. BEAUTIFUL DIAMOND looks the one to side with for Karl Burke. Spigot Lodge have a great recent record and she was only narrowly beaten by Relief Rally. There could be more improvement to come and is above 5/1.

1st Race 1.50

The

Sky Bet Lowther Stakes (Group 2)

Six Furlongs (1,200 metres)

See page 94 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION

Distance: 6f

Race Type: Group Two

Prize Money: £250,000

Age: 2 f

Stalls: Centre

The Sky Bet Lowther Stakes is part of the Pattern pyramid which denotes the best contests, Listed, Group 3, Group 2 (like this one) and Group 1.

This race is only open to 2yo fillies and is over a trip of six furlongs.

An in-form stable could be the clue here, see the table at the beginning of this race

LAST YEAR’S RACE

Winner: SWINGALONG

Trainer: Karl Burke

Jockey: Clifford Lee

Age/Weight: 2-9-2

Runners: 13 SP: 25/1

Swingalong sprung a surprise in the first for Spigot Lodge She raced in the centre of the track and despite a few of the principles disappointing, it’s hard to take anything away from her impressive success.

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS

THE TALE OF THE CLOCK

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): W Haggas (32 wins from 191 runners, 17%) runs RELIEF RALLY

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Haggas (9 wins from 40 runners, 22%) runs RELIEF RALLY

Fancy That: K R Burke won this race in 2019 and 2022. The stable runs BEAUTIFUL DIAMOND and DOROTHY LAWRENCE today.

Longest Travellers: CHERRY BLOSSOM trained by A P O’Brien, GUNZBURG trained by Paddy Twomey

both Ireland.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 22nd August.

Bet type: Quinella

KNAVESMIRE TIP

Selections: Relief Rally, Bright Diamond

RELIEF RALLY returned to winning ways in the Super Sprint at Newbury, having been narrowly denied in the Queen Mary previously, and the highly-progressive daughter of Kodiac could be tough to beat with any further improvement. Flora Of Bermuda merits respect following her impressive success at Goodwood, while Beautiful Diamond, who represents last year’s winning trainer, can also play a part. Symbology and Cherry Blossom are also noted.

RELIEF RALLY

FLORA OF BERMUDA

1st Race 1.50

The Sky Bet Lowther Stakes

Distance: 6f

Race Type: Group Two

Prize Money: £250,000

Age: 2 f

Stalls: Centre

No Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw

1 Beautiful Diamond (GB) (64) 9-2 (58.1) (8)

Gr f Twilight Son - Babylon Lane

Owner: Sheikh Rashid Dalmook Al Maktoum

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Form: 13 BF

Breeder: Rosyground Stud

Half-sister to Brazen Idol, won at 6f A winner at 5f on good to firm ground. Third of 26 behind Crimson Advocate beaten 2 1/4l at 11-4fav on her latest outing in the Group 2 Queen Mary Stakes at Ascot over 5f in June In with a chance for last year’s winning trainer Official BHA Rating 100 SP: 14-1

2 Cherry Blossom (IRE) (12)

B f No Nay Never (USA) - Canada Water

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

Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland

9-2 (58.1) (4)

Form: 41 D

Breeder: Barronstown Stud

Half-sister to Daschas, won seven times between 5f and 7f Won on her latest outing when 8-13fav at Curragh over 6f (good) earlier this month, beating Chandigah by 5l, her first success from two starts. Will need to improve but she may well be up to the task. Official BHA Rating - SP: 5-2

3 Dorothy Lawrence (GB) (31)

B f Soldier’s Call - Festoso (IRE)

Owner: Clipper Logistics

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

9-2 (58.1) (9)

Form: 2231

Breeder: Branton Court Stud LLP

Won on her latest outing when 2-11fav at Ayr over 5f (good to soft) last month, beating Batal Zabeel by a neck, her first success from four starts. Has made the frame in two Listed contests this season but a career-best performance is required here. Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 50-1

4 Flora of

Bermuda

B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Dubai Power

Owner: Bermuda Racing Ltd

Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

(IRE) (22)

9-2 (58.1) (3)

Form: 4261

Breeder: Mr Francisco Bernal

A winner for the first time from four starts when 5-1 at Goodwood over 5f (soft) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Juniper Berries by 4l Should have no problem with the return to a sounder surface and she can mount a serious challenge Official BHA Rating 104

5 Gunzburg (IRE) (33)

Ch f Sioux Nation (USA) - Minnelli

Owner: Alymer Stud Ltd

Trainer: P. Twomey, Ireland

SP: 4-1

9-2 (58.1) (5)

Form: 41265

Breeder: Mrs Grace Nagle

A winner at 5f on good ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Kairyu when fifth of 8 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Jebel Ali Racecourse And Stables Anglesey Stakes at Curragh over 6f last month. First-time cheekpieces will need to elicit a fair chunk of improvement. Official BHA Rating 99 SP: 50-1

6 Queen’s Guard (GB) (15)

B f Havana Grey - So Brave

Owner: Clipper Logistics

Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket

9-2 (58.1) (2)

Form: 41 D

Breeder: Carmel Stud

A winner at 12-1 at Yarmouth over 6f (good) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Run For The Sun by 1 1/4l, her first success from two starts. Has a bit to find on bare form and others are more appealing today, despite remaining thoroughly unexposed. Official BHA Rating - SP: 50-1

7 Relief Rally (IRE)

B f Kodiac - Kathoe (IRE)

(33)

Owner: Mr Simon Munir & Mr Isaac Souede

Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

9-2 (58.1) (7)

Form: 1121

Breeder: C. M. Farrell

She has won three times at 5f on ground varying from good to soft. Won on her latest outing when evens fav at Newbury over 5f (good to soft) last month, beating Dapperling by 3l Sets the standard and appeals as the one to beat with potentially more improvement to come Official BHA Rating 106 SP: 3-1

8 Star of Mystery (GB) (41)

B f Kodiac - Mistrusting (IRE)

Owner: Godolphin

Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket

9-2 (58.1) (6)

Form: 2112 D BF

Breeder: Godolphin

Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 1 3/4l by Persian Dreamer when second of 4 at 1-6fav on her latest outing in the Group 2 Duchess Of Cambridge Stakes at Newmarket over 6f (good) last month. Needs more here but she cannot be discounted. Official BHA Rating 103 SP: 17-2

Clifford Lee

Jack Lander

Ryan Moore

James Doyle

Oisin Murphy Barry Lewis

W. J. Lee Josh Cahill

Daniel Tudhope Babu Kareem

Tom Marquand Ewelina Ronnlund

William Buick Lenka Urbankova

No Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw

9 Symbology (GB) (26)

Gr f Havana Grey - Showstoppa

Owner: Isa Salman Al Khalifa

Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford

9-2 (58.1) (1)

Form: 13 CD

Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud

Full-sister to Katey Kontent, won twice at 5f A winner at 6f on good ground. Third of 10 behind Sacred Angel beaten 4 1/2l at 7-2 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Princess Margaret Stakes at Ascot over 6f (good) last month. Not without a chance. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 25-1

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

Tongue Strap worn first time by No 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 5.

PROBABLE S.P.’S

5-2 Cherry Blossom (IRE), 3-1 Relief Rally (IRE), 4-1 Flora of Bermuda (IRE), 17-2 Star of Mystery (GB), 14-1 Beautiful Diamond (GB), 25-1 Symbology (GB), 50-1 Dorothy Lawrence (GB), Gunzburg (IRE), Queen’s Guard (GB)

RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION

FIRST RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT

The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Michael Shinners – Head of Sports PR Sky Betting and Gaming.

Sky Bet have generously given £200 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £200 to the groom responsible for the winning horse

EBOR STALLS DRAW

If you have a fancy for one of the betting heats of the season, Saturday’s Sky Bet Ebor then you’ll be keen to know which stall your runner has drawn. Be amongst those to witness the draw for stalls positions live at 11.30 today in the Winner’s Enclosure.

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.

Rossa Ryan Amy Dickens

THANK YOU FRANKIE THANK FRANKIE

At this year’s Sky Bet Ebor Festival we say farewell to Frankie Dettori and adieu to Andrea Atzeni.

So, let’s look back at their Knavesmire highlights:

FRANKIE DETTORI

• First ride aged 19 years, 5 months 1 day, back in 1990.

• Number of York rides – 941.

• All York Winners – 185 (20%).

• Ebor Festival winners – 67.

• Race most won – Sky Bet Strensall Stakes, 8 times.

• He rode his first Knavesmire winner on his very first ride: Orvietto trained by Neville Callaghan back on 15 May 1990.

• His first Ebor Festival success which was aboard Madiriya in the Galtres Stakes, trained by Luca Cumani on 23 August 1990.

• His first York Group One was in the Coolmore Nunthorpe in August of 1993 partnering Lochsong trained by Ian Balding.

• Frankie rode Stradivarius for all 6 of his York wins, including the two Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cups which earned connections that £1m bonus.

• He also rode Poets Society as the 4,194th and so then UK record winner for Mark Johnston, in August 2018.

• He was the Leading Rider for the season at York in both 1995 and 2006.

Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks wins: 4

• The above success in today’s feature race are part of a current total of 13 Group One wins, to add to some 23 successes at Group 2, 9 in Group 3s and a further 10 in Listed company at the Ebor Festival.

• Free Wind bids to add win number 5 today.

• He is unique also the only rider to ever win a Classic on the Knavesmire, when partnering Sixties Icon to St Leger glory in 2006.

Quick. adjective

1. Moving at great speed

2. Acting instinctively ANTONYMS

1. Slow

2. I wish I had bought more Donny Rockets

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

Race 2.25

Goffs UK Harry Beeby Premier

Yearling Stakes (GBB Race)

Six Furlongs (1,200 metres)

See page 94 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION

Distance: 6f

Race Type: Class 2

Prize Money: £300,000

Age: 2

Stalls: Centre

A six-furlong contest is only for 2yo horses that were catalogued and auctioned in the Goffs UK Premier Yearling Sales of August 23rd and 24th, 2022.

The three fillies in this race are granted a weight allowance based on their relative physical development compared to the boys and thus carry less weight at 8st 11lb, see Je Ne Sais Quoi as one to benefit. At the other end of the scale, if a horse has won a race then they shoulder a “penalty” burden notice how win at Chester has added to the challenge for Hackman.

Listen to the Punters Panel at 1pm to hear the expert’s view.

LAST YEAR’S RACE

Winner: SHOULDVEBEENARING

Trainer: Richard Hannon

Jockey: Sean Levey

Age/Weight: 2-9-2

Runners: 19 SP: 5/2F

Looked to show no signs of the injury that had kept him side-lined since May. Produced a strong performance to get up late and pip those who had made the running to the prize.

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS

THE TALE OF THE CLOCK

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): W Haggas (32 wins from 191 runners, 17%) runs JE NE SAIS QUOI

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Hannon (12 wins from 76 runners, 16%) runs LOVE BILLY BOY and PERSICA and GAIDEN and DAPPERLING

Fancy That: W Haggas won this race in 2013, 2014 and 2015 The stable runs JE NE SAIS QUOI today. R Hannon won this race in 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020 and 2022. The stable runs LOVE BILLY BOY and PERSICA and GAIDEN and DAPPERLING today.

Longest Travellers: PERSICA & DAPPERLING & LOVE BILLY BOY & GAIDEN trained by R Hannon, Marlborough, 212 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 22nd August.

Bet type: Swinger

KNAVESMIRE TIP

Selections: Bibendum, Dragon Leader

With Richard Hannon having such a remarkable record in this race it may pay to side with PERSICA, who is drawn in the middle giving Sean Levey the ability to track either side A very easy winner at Salisbury earlier in the month, he may get the better of Ziggy’s Condor, an impressive Pontefract winner on his only start to date. Twilight Romance, Ambushed and Dragon Leader are others to consider in a fascinating contest.

PERSICA ZIGGY’S CONDOR

2nd Race 2.25

Goffs UK Harry Beeby Premier

Yearling Stakes

No Horse

1 Angel of England (GB)

(14)

Distance: 6f

Race Type: Class 2

Prize Money: £300,000

Age: 2

Stalls: Centre

st-lb (kgs)

Draw

9-7 (60.3) (3)

B c Harry Angel (IRE) - Poana (FR) Jockey: Callum Rodriguez

Owner: Ricky Martin Phillips & Jim Morris

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham Form: 021 D

Foaled 29 Jan. A winner at 7-2 at Nottingham over 6f (good to soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Grey Cuban by 1/2l, his first success from three starts. Getting better as he gains experience and he could be a surprise package here.

Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 22-1

2 Hackman (IRE)

(22)

9-7 (60.3) (17)

Ch c Mehmas (IRE) - Ishimagic Jockey: Oisin Murphy

Owner: The Gene Genies

Breeder: Golden Vale Stud

Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas Form: 313020

Foaled 15 Mar A winner at 5f on soft ground. Beaten 10l behind Big Evs at 16-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Molecomb Stakes at Goodwood over 5f (soft) earlier this month. Needs to take a step forward from that to mount a serious challenge

Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 40-1

3 Love Billy Boy (IRE)

(91)

9-7 (60.3) (16)

B c Invincible Army (IRE) - Katrine (IRE) Jockey: Andrea Atzeni

Owner: Roldvale Ltd, C. Bloor, W. Salthouse Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough Form: 10

Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud

Foaled 20 Feb. Half-brother to Kanzino, won twice at 1m 2f and 1m 4f. A winner at 5f on good to soft ground. Beaten 20l behind Elite Status when last of 10 on his latest outing at Sandown over 5f in May. Interesting sort on his return to action.

Official BHA Rating - SP: 28-1

4 That’s For Sure

(IRE) (17)

9-7 (60.3) (18)

B c Unfortunately (IRE) - Vulnicura (IRE) Jockey: Sam James

Owner: Middleham Park Racing LXIII & E Burke

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

Form: 310 D BF

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

Foaled 2 Apr A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Beaten 9l behind Golden Trick at 4-1fav when 13th of 20 on his latest outing at Naas over 6f (soft) earlier this month. The quicker going expected here may suit him better for a stable with plenty of recent winners.

Official BHA Rating 84 SP: 28-1

5 We Never Stop

B c Cotai Glory - Deliziosa (IRE)

(IRE) (52)

9-7 (60.3) (7)

Jockey: Shane Gray

Owner: Mr B. T. McDonald

Breeder: Padraig O’Reilly

Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Form: 321 D

Foaled 3 Apr A winner for the first time from three starts at 10-1 at Pontefract over 6f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Twilight Romance by 1/2l. Has made the frame in all three previous starts and has to be of some interest

Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 22-1

6 Twilight Romance

B c Twilight Son - Red Box

Owner: S Radymski & We Do Racing

Trainer: John Quinn, Malton

(GB) (52)

9-5 (59.4) (5)

Jockey: Jason Hart

Form: 312 CD BF

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Foaled 19 Mar A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Beaten 1/2l by We Never Stop when second of 5 at 5-6fav on his latest outing at Pontefract over 6f (good to firm) last month. Finished well that day and a fast run race may suit him ideally

Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 12-1

7

Ambushed (IRE) (56)

Ch c Soldier’s Call - Rush

9-2 (58.1) (20)

Jockey: Daniel Tudhope

Owner: Clipper Logistics

Breeder: Golden Farm Thoroughbreds Ltd

Trainer: Archie Watson, Upper Lambourn Form: 01 D

Foaled 18 Mar Half-brother to Tashaaboh, won three times at 5f and 6f A winner for the first time from two starts at 15-2 at Newcastle over 6f on his latest outing in June, beating Ballymount Boy by a neck. Improving all the time and there may be more to come.

Official BHA Rating - SP: 28-1

8

Bibendum

B c Showcasing - Eminently

(GB) (10)

9-2 (58.1) (15)

Jockey: Kieran Shoemark

Owner: The Thoroughbred Racing Corporation Ltd

Breeder: Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket Form: 32

Foaled 8 Feb. Placed in both starts. Beaten 1/2l by Media Shooter when second of 13 on his latest outing at Wolverhampton over 6f earlier this month. Representing a top stable but he will need to find more improvement to get to the front where it matters

Official BHA Rating - SP: 28-1

No Horse st-lb

9 Dragon Leader (IRE) (14)

(kgs) Draw

9-2 (58.1) (6)

Ch c El Kabeir (USA) - Sweet Dragon Fly Jockey: Ryan Moore

Owner: Kennet Valley Syndicates III

Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford Form: 11 D Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud

Foaled 7 Feb. Dam won three times at 6f and 1m. Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Won on his latest outing when 5-6fav at Salisbury over 6f earlier this month, beating American Bay by a nose He fought back to win that day and won’t mind a battle Official BHA Rating 84 SP: 13-2

10 Grey Cuban (GB) (14)

9-2 (58.1) (14)

Gr c Havana Grey - Serena Grae Jockey: James Doyle

Owner: Roudee Racing 10

Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas Form: 22 BF Breeder: Shoreham Stud

Foaled 11 Apr Dam won five times between 1m and 1m 5f Placed in both starts. Beaten 1/2l by Angel Of England when second of 12 at 2-1fav on his latest outing at Nottingham over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. 5lb better off with the winner here and one to consider Official BHA Rating - SP: 33-1

11

Land Lover (GB) (45)

9-2 (58.1) (1)

B c Land Force (IRE) - Three Sugars (AUS) Jockey: Ben Curtis

Owner: NickBradleyRacing45 & Alfa Site Services

Breeder: Highclere Stud

Trainer: Craig Lidster, Easingwold Form: 45324

Foaled 24 Feb. Placed once in five starts. Finished 4 1/2l behind Cerulean Bay when fourth of 6 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Ayr over 7f (good to soft) last month. Better can be expected at this trip but he appears to have plenty to find in this company.

Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 80-1

12

Master Franca (IRE) (46)

9-2 (58.1) (22)

B g Kodiac - Martina Franca Jockey: William Buick

Owner: Precision Facades, Farrell, Owen

Breeder: Camogue Stud Ltd

Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas Form: 433

Foaled 13 Feb. Yet to place in three starts. Third of 6 behind Vantheman beaten 3l at 3-1 on his latest outing at Ayr over 6f (good to soft) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time and has also been gelded. Others make more appeal.

Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 80-1

13

Media

Shooter (GB) (10)

9-2 (58.1) (21)

B g Advertise - Velvet Revolver (IRE) Jockey: Clifford Lee

Owner: Bronte Collection 1

Breeder: Stratford Place Stud

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn Form: 41 D

Foaled 2 Feb. A winner for the first time from two starts at Wolverhampton over 6f on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Bibendum by 1/2l. He stayed on well that day and a fast run contest here could see him mount a challenge

Official BHA Rating - SP: 28-1

14

Nazalan

(IRE) (21)

Ch c Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Emerald Approach (IRE)

9-2 (58.1) (19)

Jockey: David Egan

Owner: Mrs Nicola Thomas

Breeder: Lodge Park Stud

Trainer: S. P. C. Woods, Newmarket Form: 3130

Foaled 24 Jan. A winner at 5f on good to firm ground. Beaten 20l behind Vandeek at 16-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Richmond Stakes at Goodwood over 6f (soft) earlier this month. Down in class and the better ground should be more suitable

Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 40-1

15

Persica (IRE) (8)

Ch c New Bay - Rubira (AUS)

Owner: Martin Hughes & Michael Kerr-Dineen

Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough

9-2 (58.1) (11)

Jockey: Sean Levey

Form: 01 D

Breeder: The Applecross Syndicate

Foaled 12 Feb. A winner for the first time from two starts at 10-1 at Salisbury over 6f (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Finbar Furey by 3 1/2l. His stable have won this five times in the last seven years and he has to be of interest as a result.

Official BHA Rating - SP: 11-2

16 Pilgrim (GB) (19)

Gr c Havana Grey - Hot Secret

9-2

(58.1) (9)

Jockey: Joe Fanning

Owner: Mr H. D. Atkinson

Breeder: Whitsbury Manor Stud

Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk Form: 33

Foaled 27 Feb. Half-brother to Moraawed, won twice at 6f and 7f Placed once in two starts. Third of 11 behind Boardroom beaten 2 1/2l at 3-1 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 5f (soft) earlier this month. More is needed to get rid of his maiden tag in this line-up

Official BHA Rating - SP: 28-1

17 Stanley Spencer (IRE) (10)

9-2 (58.1) (13)

B c Iffraaj - Marsh Hawk Jockey: Neil Callan

Owner: Mr Anthony Hogarth

Trainer: James Tate, Newmarket Form: 443 Breeder: Rockcliffe Stud

Foaled 30 Mar Placed once in three starts. Third of 13 behind Media Shooter beaten 1 3/4l on his latest outing at Wolverhampton over 6f earlier this month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time and he is hard to recommend at this level.

Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 50-1

18

Vantheman (IRE) (46)

9-2 (58.1) (12)

B c Invincible Army (IRE) - Laila Honiwillow Jockey: Tom Eaves

Owner: Tom Muir / Colin Paterson

Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud

Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Form: 31 D

Foaled 28 Feb. Half-brother to Whisky Mcgonagall, won at 5f A winner for the first time from two starts at 9-2 at Ayr over 6f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Appellant by 1l. Expected to be attacking the leaders late on with a clear run.

Official BHA Rating - SP: 18-1

19

Ziggy’s

Condor

(IRE) (34)

9-2 (58.1) (2)

Br c Havana Grey - Dolly Colman (IRE) Jockey: Oisin Orr

Owner: Middleham Park Racing&Simon,Les Wood

Breeder: Ballyhane Stud

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Form: 1 D

Foaled 24 Mar. Full-brother to Distillate, won at 7f. A winner at 11-2 at Pontefract over 6f (good to soft) on his racecourse debut last month, beating Sleven by 3l. Impressive that day and open to any amount of improvement for the experience.

Official BHA Rating - SP: 6-1

20 Dapperling (IRE) (22)

8-11 (55.8) (4)

B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Floating Along (IRE) Jockey: Jamie Spencer

Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay

Breeder: Old Carhue Stud

Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough Form: 222124

Foaled 1 Apr A winner at 5f on good to firm ground. Finished 7l behind Flora Of Bermuda when fourth of 11 at 9-1 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 5f earlier this month. One for the Richard Hannon team and expected to be suited by this step up in trip

Official BHA Rating 84 SP: 18-1

21 Gaiden (IRE) (20)

8-11 (55.8) (10)

B f Mehmas (IRE) - Silque Jockey: Rossa Ryan

Owner: Martin Hughes & Michael Kerr-Dineen

Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough

Form: 2300

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

Foaled 11 Feb. Placed twice in four starts. Beaten 18l behind Serried Ranks at 10-1 when 11th of 12 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. She gets her sex allowance, but that may not be enough on what we have seen so far.

Official BHA Rating 85 SP: 40-1

22 Je Ne Sais Quoi (IRE) (31)

B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Rouge Noir

Owner: Islee Oliva Salinas Racing

Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

8-11

(55.8) (8)

Jockey: Tom Marquand

Form: 31526 D BF

Breeder: Ballyhane

Foaled 9 Mar A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Finished 5l behind Matters Most when last of 6 on her latest outing at Windsor over 6f last month. Sole representative for a stable with a good record in this race but she still needs to take a step forward.

Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 28-1

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 22

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 12, 17. Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 8.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7. Running for the first time since Gelding No 12.

STEWARDS NOTE

LOVE BILLY BOY: Following its run on 25/5/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed.

PROBABLE S.P.’S

11-2 Persica (IRE), 6-1 Ziggy’s Condor (IRE), 13-2 Dragon Leader (IRE), 12-1 Twilight Romance (GB), 18-1 Vantheman (IRE), Dapperling (IRE), 22-1 Angel of England (GB), We Never Stop (IRE), 28-1 Love Billy Boy (IRE), That’s For Sure (IRE), Ambushed (IRE), Bibendum (GB), Media Shooter (GB), Pilgrim (GB), Je Ne Sais Quoi (IRE), 33-1 Grey Cuban (GB), 40-1 Hackman (IRE), Nazalan (IRE), Gaiden (IRE), 50-1 Stanley Spencer (IRE), 80-1 Land Lover (GB), Master Franca (IRE)

RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION

SECOND RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT

The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Harry Beeby, Goffs UK Chairman & Goffs Group Chief Executive and Tim Kent, Goffs UK Managing Director

Goffs UK have generously given £250 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £50 to the racing groom responsible for the winning horse

The Sky Bet Ebor Festival

in numbers

360 RUNNERS

MILLION £6.4

IN PRIZE MONEY 28 RACES

100%

OF BETTING RELATED MEDIA RIGHTS AND WORLD POOL REVENUE INVESTED IN PRIZE MONEY

SEAFOOD WILL BE DELIVERED FROM THE YORKSHIRE COAST EVERY MORNING INCLUDING

500 CRABS

ADIEU TO ANDREA ATZENI TO

A second Italian rider is set to depart the UK scene, as he heads to Hong Kong to pursue his career.

• First ride at York aged 18 years, 1 month, 18 days – during the Dante Festival of May 2009.

• Number of York rides – 316.

• All York Winners – 50 (13%).

• Ebor Festival winners – 10.

• He was the Leading Rider for the season at York in 2016.

Juddmonte International wins: 1

• In 2016, with Postponed for Roger Varian.

Sky Bet Ebor wins: 1

• In 2020, Fujairah Prince, for Roger Varian.

• Given the relative length of the careers of the two riders both with Sardinian roots, it is interesting to see that the number of winners at York over the last decade is very close; Frankie has 41 to Andrea’s 39.

• Will Love Billy Boy, Outbreak, Blue Collar or Coco Jamboo add to that tally today?

HOW MIGHT YOU SOLVE

A BIG HANDICAP? THE CLIPPER HANDICAP

This afternoon’s Clipper Handicap looks a tricky betting proposition for novice racegoers with twenty closely matched runners set to go to post. Is it best to plump for a lucky number, an interesting name or a set of jockey silks you like the look of? Whilst all of these strategies may throw up the odd winner, a safer and more prudent approach would be to apply some straightforward methodology.

Narrowing down the field of twenty declared runners is easier than you think if you follow a few simple guidelines, to hopefully identify the winner of this and the other handicaps. Before we start, it is important to understand what a handicap is. Once a horse has raced three times they are given an official rating (often referred to as a handicap mark) by the British Horseracing Authority. This provides a numerical guide to each horse’s level of ability. Ratings usually start at around 40 for a modest performer with the mighty Frankel finishing his career in the 140s. The ranking operates the opposite way around from a golf handicap, so each time a horse runs this rating is adjusted either upwards for a good performance or down for a weaker effort, so that it reflects the horses most recent form.

Each of these rating points are meant to reflect 1lb in weight, so looking at today’s race, Blue For You is rated 105 is considered 1lb “better” than Escobar who is rated 104. If these horses were to race carrying the same weight theoretically Blue For You should win every time as he is the better horse. Races which were too predictable wouldn’t make good viewing and therefore the handicap is designed to set a level playing field. So in this example Blue For You carries 1lb more than Escobar, which should in theory see them cross the line together and that rule applies to all of the fifteen runners – but, despite dead heats being a possibility, you won’t ever see all twenty runners cross the line together so how to separate them in advance?

Horses which won or ran well last time will attract the interest of the handicapper and a rise of 6 or 7lb can often follow. Sometimes this can prove a step too far as horses then struggle to concede weight to lower rated rivals. Eventually as the horse continues to run without winning their rating will come back down to a winnable mark and the whole cycle begins again. The art is working out which category your horse falls into.

Don’t forget to ensure you keep an eye and an ear out for non-runners, there will be announcements over the PA system and the screens around the course will be updated with non-runner information, as they have to be in it to win it!

1) FORM

Here at York it often pays to side with horses in form but it is also important that they look like they still have a bit of improvement left. There are a few who come here without having the best of recent records and so might be best ignored today; Escobar, Orbaan & Austrian Theory.

2) THE DRAW

Where a horse is drawn in the stalls can be an important factor, particularly in a sprint and is perhaps one of the most debated topics in racing. Some punters swear that being drawn close to a rail is an advantage as it keeps a horse focused on running around a bend like for this one, they would lobby for the horse drawn with the shortest way home. Most times , over the longer distance the pace of the race sorts out any benefit accrued from the bend. Perhaps Spirit Catcher can use this to his advantage.

3)

DISTANCE

Having a runner who has already shown their liking for a particular trip can be invaluable. Ropey Guest, Outbreak and Akhy Najla have all won over today’s distance

4) GROUND

If you thought the debates over draw were intense then try talking about the impact of ground to a racing anorak. In simple terms, different horses run better on different types of surface, just like some human athletes might prefer cross country to the track. La Trinidad is one who will enjoy a quicker surface. However The Gatekeeper wins have come on a surface that is a little softer. So make sure to check the weather and the ground description.

5)

YORK RECORD

“Horses for courses” is not a popular phrase by accident, just like football teams have a lucky ground. This year we have plenty of horses that have won at the course and distance, Cruyff Turn, Orbaan and Eilean Dubh could all put that good form to use.

6) CONCLUSION

Following these simple rules has helped to narrow down the shortlist. Going on a hunch that ‘good to firm’ will be the description, the David O’Meara-trained Darkness could well return to win the race from a nice draw in five. He remains on a handy mark and we know he is proven over the distance.

3rd Race 3.00

Distance: 1m

Race Type: Heritage Handicap

Prize Money: £150,000

The

Clipper Stakes (Heritage Handicap)

About One Mile (1,500 metres)

See page 94 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION

A competitive heritage handicap for 3yo+ horses, run over a mile

Age: 3+

Stalls: Inside Rail

Designed for close competition, the handicapper is the independent assessor who rates horses on past performance seeking to get them crossing the line together, by handing out differing weights.

The best in past performance will be the highest rated, Blue For You, and so will carry more weight.

If you are looking for a tip then perhaps follow the racecourse tipster, Baron Ferdinand, who has marked his selections with a red bi plane

LAST YEAR’S RACE

Winner: BLUE FOR YOU

Trainer: David O’Meara

Jockey: Daniel Tudhope

Age/Weight: 4-9-2

Runners: 18 SP: 11/2F

Blue For You had been threatening to land a big handicap and duly obliged under Daniel Tudhope. His running style does present trouble in running but he managed to find a way through to deny stablemate Escobar

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS

THE TALE OF THE CLOCK

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): T Easterby (30 wins from 490 runners, 6%) runs CRUYFF TURN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Johnston (14 wins from 74 runners, 19%) runs AUSTRIAN THEORY and DUTCH DECOY and OUTBREAK and SPIRIT CATCHER and THE GATEKEEPER

Fancy That: D O’Meara won this race in 2013, 2016 and 2022. The stable runs BLUE FOR YOU and DARKNESS and ESCOBAR and ORBAAN today.

Longest Traveller: SONNY LISTON trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 251 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 22nd August.

Bet Type: Combination Swinger Selections: Eileen Dubh, The Gatekeeper, Akhu Najla

KNAVESMIRE TIP

Compensation may await POINT LYNAS, who was demoted for causing interference at this meeting last year when first past the post over course and distance. Narrowly denied here in May, the son of Iffraaj should be primed for this valuable contest, with last year’s winner Blue For You and Darkness looking best placed to chase him home Course-specialist Northern Express may be at his very best over shorter but cannot be ruled out, while the consistent Dutch Decoy and Sonny Liston are others to consider

POINT LYNAS

BLUE FOR YOU

3rd Race 3.00

The Clipper Stakes

Distance: 1m

Race Type: Heritage Handicap

Prize Money: £150,000

Age: 3+

Stalls: Inside Rail

No Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw

1 Blue For You (IRE) (20)

Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Love In The Sun (IRE)

Owner: Alderson Burke Francis

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

5 9-12 (62.6) (18)

Jockey: Daniel Tudhope

Form: 00-5010 CD

Breeder: Moyglare Stud Farm

He has won four times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 5l behind Johan at 9-1 when 10th of 20 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (soft) earlier this month. Won this contest off 9lb lower last year and must enter calculations again.

Official BHA Rating 105 SP: 11-1

2 Escobar (IRE) (12)

B g Famous Name - Saying Grace (IRE)

Owner: Withernsea Thoroughbred Limited

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

9 9-11 (62.1) (7)

Jockey: James Doyle

Form: 440000 CD

Breeder: Peter Evans

Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to heavy Beaten 5l behind Perotto at 13-2 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month. He hasn’t shown much of late and others are preferred.

Official BHA Rating 104 (-4) SP: 25-1

3 Sonny Liston (IRE) (20)

B g Lawman (FR) - Stars In Your Eyes

Owner: Chelsea Thoroughbreds - The Big Bear Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down

4 9-9 (61.2) (12)

Jockey: Ryan Moore

Form: 00-0205

Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud

A winner at 7f on good ground, but that win was over two years ago. Finished 3l behind Johan when fifth of 20 at 20-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (soft) earlier this month. Appears well capable of landing a big race at some stage and could make the frame

Official BHA Rating 102 SP: 14-1

4 Northern Express (IRE) (26)

Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Hint of A Tint (IRE)

Owner: Sekura Group

Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington

5 9-8 (60.8) (6)

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan

Form: 513314 C D

Breeder: Mrs Sue Ann Foley

Winner of six races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft Finished 1l behind Baradar when fourth of 25 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 7f (good) last month. Has won at York and Thirsk this season. A course specialist who needs considering.

Official BHA Rating 101 (+2) SP: 17-2

5

Akhu Najla (GB)

B c Kingman - Galicuix

Owner: KHK Racing Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket

(26)

4 9-4 (59.0) (4)

Jockey: David Egan

Form: 2/130-4 D

Breeder: Pantile Stud

A winner at 1m on good to firm ground. Finished 1 1/2l behind Ghaly when fourth of nine at 6-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m (good) last month. One of the least exposed in the field and could still be open to any amount of improvement; a key player.

Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 7-1

6 Eilean Dubh (IRE) (20)

B h Vadamos (FR) - Kenwana (FR)

5 9-3 (58.5) (9)

Jockey: Clifford Lee

Owner: Pau - Perth Partnership

Breeder: NBB Consultant/DeMoubray Sarl

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn Form: 603130 CD

Winner of six races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather Beaten 11l behind Johan at 33-1 when 19th of 20 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m earlier this month. Has each-way claims on the fine record he has here. Official BHA Rating 96 (-1) SP: 25-1

7 Outbreak (GB) (23)

4 9-3 (58.5) (19)

B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Purr Along Jockey: Andrea Atzeni

Owner: Kingsley Park 35 - Ready To Run

Breeder: Qatar Bloodstock & Newsells Park Stud

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham Form: 301500 D

He has won three times at 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 12l behind Ancient Rome at 20-1 when 13th of 15 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 2f earlier this month. Has won at Newmarket and Lingfield this season. Others are preferred. Official BHA Rating 96 (-1) SP: 80-1

8 Point Lynas (IRE) (64)

4 9-3 (58.5) (14)

B g Iffraaj - Initially Jockey: Callum Rodriguez

Owner: Julie and David R Martin and Dan Hall

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham Form: 0-16220 D

He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 13l behind Jimi Hendrix at 22-1 when 14th of 30 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m in June Has gone well here in the past and he could bounce back.

Official BHA Rating 96 SP: 18-1

9

Ropey Guest (GB) (26)

6 9-2 (58.1) (8)

B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Hadeeya Jockey: Tom Queally

Owner: John Guest Racing

Trainer: George Margarson, Newmarket Form: 4-01020 D Breeder: Mrs S. Hamilton & Kirtlington Stud Ltd

He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 7l behind Baradar at 22-1 when 15th of 25 on his latest outing at Ascot over 7f (good) last month. Second in the Bunbury Cup two starts ago but others are safer picks. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 33-1

10

Orbaan (GB) (4)

8 9-1 (57.6) (11)

B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Contradict Jockey: Jason Watson

Owner: Mr J. C. G. Chua

Breeder: Nawara Stud Limited

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Form: 400005 CD

Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Finished 4l behind Island Bandit when fifth of 11 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Sandown over 1m (good) earlier this month. A player based on the pick of his form.

Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 20-1

11

Darkness (FR) (20)

5 9-1 (57.6) (5)

B g Siyouni (FR) - Kerila (FR) Jockey: Neil Callan

Owner: Akela Thoroughbreds Limited

Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley

Form: 622014 D Breeder: E.A.R.L. Ecurie Haras Du Cadran et al

He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Finished 2l behind Johan when fourth of 20 at 50-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (soft) earlier this month. He has been in consistent form of late and is likely to be thereabouts once more. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 16-1

12 Cruyff

Turn (GB)

Ch g Dutch Art - Provenance

Owner: Aberdeen Park & Partner

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton

(40)

6 9-1 (57.6) (16)

Jockey: David Allan

Form: 0-00010 CD

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Beaten 5l behind Biggles at 33-1 when ninth of 15 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 7f (good to soft) last month. Won this contest off 1lb higher in 2021 and cannot be dismissed. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 40-1

13 La

Trinidad (GB)

B g Bated Breath - High Drama (IRE)

Owner: Mrs D. W. Davenport

(40)

Trainer: Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton

6 9-1 (57.6) (20)

Jockey: Jonny Peate (3)

Form: 203-315 CD

Breeder: Exors of the Late Mr O. J. Williams

Winner of five races from 7f to 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground Finished 8l behind Blue For You when fifth of 11 at 11-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month. Some encouragement can be taken from that but he faces another tough task. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 33-1

14 Austrian

Theory

B g Awtaad (IRE) - Cedar Sea (IRE)

(IRE) (4)

4 9-0 (57.2) (2)

Jockey: Jason Hart

Owner: Dr J. Walker

Breeder: Epona Bloodstock Ltd and P.A Byrne

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham Form: 031040 D

He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Island Bandit at 18-1 when seventh of 11 on his latest outing at Sandown over 1m (good) earlier this month. One of five in the field for his trainer and others may have stronger claims. Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 28-1

15 Dutch

Decoy

Ch g Dutch Art - The Terrier

(GB) (20)

6 9-0 (57.2) (15)

Jockey: Oliver Stammers

Owner: Owners Group 052

Breeder: Bumble Bloodstock & Cheveley Park Stud

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham Form: 422313 D

Has won nine races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather Third of 20 behind Johan beaten 1 1/2l at 11-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (soft) earlier this month. A player on what he has shown recently.

Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 16-1

16

The Gatekeeper (IRE) (20)

B g Excelebration (IRE) - Cherry Creek (IRE)

Owner: Middleham Park Racing XIV

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

4 8-13 (56.7) (13)

Jockey: William Buick

Form: 603022

Breeder: Sean Murphy

He has won three times from 5f to 7f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 1/2l by Johan when second of 20 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (soft) earlier this month. Has won at Newmarket and Newcastle this season. One for the shortlist.

Official BHA Rating 92 (+2) SP: 22-1

17 Spirit Catcher (IRE) (5)

4 8-13 (56.7) (10)

Ch g New Bay - Lidanski (IRE) (in 6lb ex) Jockey: Joe Fanning

Owner: Titanium Racing Club

Breeder: Ballylinch Stud

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham Form: 220001 D

He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good and good to soft ground. A winner at 4-1 at Ripon over 1m (good to soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Challet by 6l. Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success. The rise in grade is a concern.

Official BHA Rating 86 (+8) SP: 33-1

18

Racingbreaks Ryder (IRE)

(20)

3 8-12 (56.2) (1)

B c Fast Company (IRE) - Nisma (IRE) Jockey: Richard Kingscote

Owner: Cottier, Racing Breaks & Old Gold Racing

Breeder: Nisma Partnership

Trainer: Charles Hills, Lambourn Form: 1-11100 D

He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good and soft ground. Beaten 10l behind Johan at 17-2 when 18th of 20 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (soft) earlier this month. He is in need of a change in fortune after a pair of disappointing efforts.

Official BHA Rating 97 (-1) SP: 20-1

19

Master Richard

(GB) (12)

4 8-11 (55.8) (3)

B g Aclaim (IRE) - Movementneverlies Jockey: Oisin Murphy

Owner: Mr T. S. Ingham & Mrs Liz Ingham Trainer: Ann Duffield, Leyburn Form: 210-102 CD Breeder: Mrs K. Thomas

He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 1/2l by Gweedore when second of nine at 10-1 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 7f (good) earlier this month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time, which could help

Official BHA Rating 90 (+1) SP: 22-1

20 Terwada (IRE) (27)

B c Tamayuz - Bethrah (IRE) (in 6lb ex)

Owner: Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum

Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn

3 8-11 (55.8) (17)

Jockey: Tom Marquand

Form: 3411 D

Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Successful twice at 1m on good to firm and good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing when at Newmarket over 1m last month, beating The Gatekeeper by 1 1/2l. Carries a 6lb penalty today for that success. Faces a tougher assignment on this occasion.

Official BHA Rating 90 (+5)

SP: 12-1

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

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 19 Hood worn by No 8, 17 Blinkers worn by No 3. Visor worn by No 1, 9, 11. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 6, 10

STEWARDS NOTE

LA TRINIDAD: Following its run on 15/7/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely

RACINGBREAKS RYDER: Following its run on 4/8/2023 it was reported that the horse ran too freely

PROBABLE S.P.’S

7-1 Akhu Najla (GB), 17-2 Northern Express (IRE), 11-1 Blue For You (IRE), 12-1 Terwada (IRE), 14-1 Sonny Liston (IRE), 16-1 Darkness (FR), Dutch Decoy (GB), 18-1 Point Lynas (IRE), 20-1 Orbaan (GB), Racingbreaks Ryder (IRE), 22-1 The Gatekeeper (IRE), Master Richard (GB), 25-1 Escobar (IRE), Eilean Dubh (IRE), 28-1 Austrian Theory (IRE), 33-1 Ropey Guest (GB), La Trinidad (GB), Spirit Catcher (IRE), 40-1 Cruyff Turn (GB), 80-1 Outbreak (GB)

RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION

1st £77310

3rd £18135.

2nd £36255

4th £9060

THIRD RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT

The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Mrs Joanne Parkin.

Clipper have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £50 to the racing groom responsible for the winning horse

ST AR T I NG GA T E

A WINTER’S TALE:

WHAT IS NEW AT YORK AT THIS FESTIVAL?

AS WE WELCOME THOSE WHO MAKE THE EBOR FESTIVAL THEIR ANNUAL YORK TRIP, THE TEAM HAVE BEEN BUSY OVER THE LAST TWELVE 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.

ThePertempsNetwork YorkshireOaks FACT FILE:

A BRIEF HISTORY?

MULTIPLE WINNERS?

Obviously before 1971 there couldn’t have been as the race was only open to three-year-old fillies. But since then Only Royale (1993 & 1994) and Islington (2002 & 2003) have both secured back-to-back victories, while Enable won the race as both a three and five-year-old in 2017 and 2019 respectively.

Distance

One mile and four furlongs (2,400m)

Prize money

£500,000

The race was established in 1849, when it was originally restricted to fillies aged three When the present system of race grading was introduced in 1971, the Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks was classed at Group 1 levelthe highest grade of race The race was opened up to older fillies and mares in 1991.

ISN’T THE OAKS RUN AT EPSOM?

The name ‘Oaks’ tends to lend its name to all top class races for fillies. The Yorkshire Oaks often features fillies which previously ran in the Oaks at Epsom. The first to achieve victory in both races was Brown Duchess in 1861, and the most recent was Enable in 2017

FIRST WINNER?

The inaugural running in 1849 was won by Ellen Middleton, owned by the 2nd Earl of Zetland. However, the first winner of the race as we know it now was Magnificent Star in 1991.

IRISH RAIDERS?

Since the early ‘70s fillies trained in Ireland have had their fair share of success Paddy Prendergast won with Sarah Siddons in 1976 before Jim Bolger added another with Condessa in 1981. After a barren spell, John Oxx added further success with Key Change in 1996 before Aidan O’Brien secured back-to-back victories with Alexandrova & Peeping Fawn in 2006-2007. Jim Bolger made it an Irish hat-trick with Lush Lashes in 2008 and Aidan O’Brien added his third victory with Tapestry in 2014. Recent Irish domination continued in 2015 with victory for Jim Bolger’s Pleascach and Aidan O’Brien almost saddled the 1-2 in 2016 with the brilliant pair of Seventh Heaven and Found. Love and Snowfall gave him his sixth and seventh victories. Savethelastdance & Warm Heart fly the Ballydoyle flag today. Rosscarbery makes up a trio of Irish raiders for Paddy Twomey.

Lush Lashes

Alexandrova

LEADING TRAINERS?

The 19th century trainer Matthew Dawson shares top spot with Sir Michael Stoute with nine winners each. Aidan O’Brien recorded consecutive wins with Love and Snowfall but remains one behind leading trainer Sir Michael Stoute. With Warm Heart and Savethelastdance offering a chance to close the gap as Freemason Lodge are not engaged.

LEADING RIDER?

The legendary Fred Archer holds the record having won this race on 8 occasions. Of those jockeys around today, Frankie Dettori was top of the chart with four until Ryan Moore joined him after winning the 2021 renewal on Snowfall. A Free Wind v Savethelastdance shoot out awaits, or will someone else steal the glory?

SING WHEN YOU’RE WINNING!

Lord Lloyd-Webber has won the Pertemps Yorkshire Oaks twice. First with Dar Re Mi in 2009 and again with The Fugue in 2013.

WHO ARE THE SPONSORS?

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EUROPEAN RAIDERS?

Italian Valfredo Valiani landed the honours in 2001 with Super Tassa. Frenchman Alain de Royer-Dupré added further international flavour when Shareta stormed to victory in 2012.

Sir Michael Stoute

Fred Archer

GLOBAL TARGETS AWAIT...

The field in the Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks demonstrate the global nature of top class flat racing competition. To further encourage this competition, various famous racing associations around the world have offered attractive incentives to the winner.

The QIPCO British Champions Series takes place over several racedays, comprising five championship categories. Each features the seven highest-rated races in that category, including today’s Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks - the final Fillies & Mares race before QIPCO British Champions Day, Britain’s richest raceday with £4 million in prize money on Saturday 21st October.

Breeders’ Cup Ltd have offered an attractive incentive to the winner as part of the Breeders’ Cup Challenge Series. The successful horse this afternoon, if nominated with Breeders’ Cup, will receive both free entry and a guaranteed start gate in the one mile and four furlongs $2m Maker’s Mark Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf to be run at Santa Anita in California on Saturday November 4th. Combined with a travel allowance of $40,000 this is a bonus to US bound connections. It is one of only nine UK races to have been provided with this bonus.

The field in the Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks demonstrate the global nature of top class flat racing competition. To further encourage this competition the Japanese Racing Association have offered an attractive incentive to the winner. If the successful filly or mare this afternoon also wins the Queen Elizabeth II Cup on Sunday 12 November then connections will qualify for a special bonus valued at $700,000 in addition to their share of £1.8m pot . Will this afternoon’s winner follow Geraldina.

BIG RACE TRENDS

THE PERTEMPS NETWORK YORKSHIRE OAKS (BRITISH CHAMPIONS SERIES) (GROUP 1)

PREVIOUS WINNERS - LAST TEN RUNNINGS

AGE

Three-year-olds would appear to be the age group to concentrate on as they have won 20 of the 32 renewals since the race was opened up to older fillies in 1991. The victory of Snowfall in 2021 saw them keep their advantage over their older rivals. Alpinista became only the second five-year-old to win the race in the last 20 years, the other being Enable. So it takes a special horse to do it! So Free Wind and Rosscarbery have big hooves to follow.

TRAINERS

Aidan O’Brien has six wins in the Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks, he has a strong hand again this year with Savethelastdance and Warm Heart. Also keep an eye out on Free Wind, Clarehaven have recorded three in the last ten years.

RECENT FORM

Whilst over half of the last ten winners arrived here on the back of a win, three fillies had finished second, which confirms the fact that a filly needs to be at the top of her game coming into the race. Taking the recent form angle a little further we see that all of the last ten winners had contested a Group 1 on their last start showing that you need to be a top-class performer to go close.

CONCLUSION

KEY RACES

With three-year-olds holding sway it isn’t surprising that the Epsom Oaks has provided a number of winners of this race. Alexandrova, 2017’s winner Enable, 2020 champion, Love and 2021 superstar Snowfall have completed the double in recent years. The Juddmonte Irish Oaks also stands up well, probably as there are only five weeks between the two races making it much easier for a trainer to keep his filly in tip-top condition. 9 of the last 20 Irish Oaks winners made their way to the Knavesmire, with Snowfall becoming the eighth to record the double.

BETTING

Those towards the head of the betting are more often than not the group to focus on. The last six were sent off favourite and of those six, four were odds on. Only two horses have won at over 100/30, those being Pleascach in 2015 and Tapestry a year earlier.

KEY TRENDS

Focus on the three-year-olds

Top two finish last time

Ran at Epsom or The Curragh

Favourite

Free Wind bids to follow in the footsteps of Alpinista and Enable by defying the five-year-old trend. A quicker surface will certainly aid her case but this looks a fiercely competitive renewal and she'd need to be at her very best. Bluestocking went mightily close to brining the Irish Oaks back to Britain but was run down late by SAVETHELASTDANCE. The Ballydoyle filly was having her first run since the Betfred Epsom Oaks and is sure to take a step forward from that effort. Three-year-olds have a terrific record in the race and when you couple that with the record of Aidan O'Brien, it could well be the winning combination. Stablemate Warm Heart was well beaten in that race and it's hard to see her getting closer this time around. Rosscarbery always runs her race in these sorts of contests and will be thereabouts. At five, she faces the same challenge as Free Wind.

4th Race 3.35

The Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks

(Group 1) (British Champions Series)

One Mile Four Furlongs (2,300 metres)

See page 94 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION

Distance: 1m 4f

Race Type: Group One

Prize Money: £500,000

Age: 3+ f&m

Stalls: Centre

Our feature race, as a Group One, is of the highest possible quality and is another female-only contest.

As befits Ladies Day, this race is only open to 3yo+ fillies and mares and is over one and a half miles. Older runners carry more weight that the classic generation to reflect their greater maturity; see how the 3yos Savethelastdance, Bluestocking, Warm Heart and Novakai have the lightest loads.

Check the Press tipsters board by the Winner’s Enclosure to see who they think is the best (and to give you someone to blame).

LAST YEAR’S RACE

Winner: ALPINISTA

Trainer: Sir Mark Prescott

Jockey: Luke Morris

Age/Weight: 5-9-9

Runners: 7 SP:7/4F

Alpinista had finished runner-up to Love back in 2020 and last year got her revenge on a different Ballydoyle runner, Tuesday. She would go onto Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe glory two months later.

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS

THE TALE OF THE CLOCK

Racing Post Standard Time: 2m 29.10s

Course Record: 2m 25.12s by Sea Wave (18-Aug-98)

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

Leading course trainer (17-22): W Haggas (32 wins from 191 runners, 17%) runs SEA SILK ROAD

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Varian (11 wins from 44 runners, 25%) runs AL HUSN

Fancy That: A P O’Brien won this race in 2014, 2016, 2020 and 2021. The stable runs SAVETHELASTDANCE and WARM HEART today. J & T Gosden won this race in 2013, 2017 and 2019. The stable runs FREE WIND today.

Longest Travellers: WARM HEART & SAVETHELASTDANCE trained by A P O’Brien, ROSSCARBERY trained by Paddy Twomey - both Ireland.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 22nd August.

Bet Type: Quinella Selections: Bluestocking, Savethelastdance

KNAVESMIRE TIP

SAVETHELASTDANCE has created a big impression this season and this looks like a good opportunity to follow up her success in the Irish Oaks at the Curragh last time Aidan O’Brien’s filly picked up Bluestocking late in the day on that occasion and the daughter of Galileo is fancied to confirm that form. Al Husn appears to be on an upward trajectory and is the biggest danger after comfortably claiming the Nassau Stakes at Goodwood on her latest outing, while Free Wind should also be taken seriously SAVETHELASTDANCE AL HUSN

4th Race 3.35

The Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks

Distance: 1m 4f

Race Type: Group One

Prize Money: £500,000

Age: 3+ f&m

Stalls: Centre

No Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw

1 Al Husn (IRE) (21)

B f Dubawi (IRE) - Hadaatha (IRE)

Owner: Shadwell Estate Company Ltd

Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket

4 9-9 (61.2) (4)

Form: 11-2111

Breeder: ShadwellEstateCompany Limited

Winner of seven races from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to soft and on the all-weather A winner at 9-1 in the Group 1 Nassau Stakes at Goodwood over 1m 2f (soft) last time earlier this month, beating Above The Curve by 1/2l. Should be on the scene once again. Official BHA Rating 115

2 Free Wind (IRE) (19)

B m Galileo (IRE) - Alive Alive Oh

Owner: Mr George Strawbridge

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

SP: 8-1

5 9-9 (61.2) (3)

Form: 11/1-154 C D BF

Breeder: Mrs Sue Ann Foley

Winner of six races from 1m 2f to 1m 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Finished 16l behind Sumo Sam when fourth of eight last time in the Group 2 Lillie Langtry Stakes at Goodwood over 1m 6f earlier this month. Can feature if she rediscovers her best form. Official BHA Rating 111

3

Poptronic (GB) (47)

B f Nathaniel (IRE) - Alpine Dream (IRE)

Owner: David & Yvonne Blunt

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

SP: 5-1

4 9-9 (61.2) (7)

Form: 204-331 D

Breeder: David & Yvonne Blunt

She has won four times from 1m 1f to 1m 4f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather A winner in the Group 2 Lancashire Oaks at Haydock over 1m 4f on her latest outing last month, beating Sea Silk Road by a neck. May find one or two of these are too good. Official BHA Rating 108

4 Rosscarbery (GER) (33)

B m Sea The Stars (IRE) - Rose Rized (GER)

Owner: Lady Bamford

Trainer: P. Twomey, Ireland

SP: 22-1

5 9-9 (61.2) (10)

Form: 245-142 D

Breeder: Gestut Wittekindshof

Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 6f on ground varying from good to yielding and on the all-weather Beaten

3l by Emily Dickinson when second of nine on her latest outing in the Group 2 Curragh Cup at Curragh over 1m 6f last month. Consistent and merits respect. Official BHA Rating 110 SP: 14-1

5 Sea Silk Road (IRE) (47)

B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Oriental Magic (GER)

Owner: Sunderland Holding Inc.

Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

4 9-9 (61.2) (2)

Form: 243-612 D BF

Breeder: Kildaragh Stud

She has won three times from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten a neck by Poptronic when second of eight at 7-4fav on her latest outing in the Group 2 Lancashire Oaks at Haydock over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month. Others are preferred. Official BHA Rating 108

6 Stay Alert (GB) (54)

B f Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Starfala

Owner: Ben & Sir Martyn Arbib

Trainer: Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley

SP: 22-1

4 9-9 (61.2) (8)

Form: 1510-52 D

Breeder: Arbib Bloodstock Partnership

She has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 2l by Via Sistina when second of nine at 25-1 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Pretty Polly Stakes at Curragh over 1m 2f (good) last month. Could make the frame Official BHA Rating 112

7

Bluestocking (GB) (33)

B f Camelot - Emulous

Owner: Juddmonte

Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down

SP: 16-1

3 9-0 (57.2) (1)

Form: 1-232

Breeder: Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd

A winner at 1m on good to soft ground. Beaten 1/2l by Savethelastdance when second of eight at 4-1 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Irish Oaks at Curragh over 1m 4f (soft) last month. Takes on that rival again today and another good battle can be expected. Official BHA Rating 112

8 Novakai (GB) (33)

B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Elasia

Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

SP: 9-2

3 9-0 (57.2) (5)

Form: 522-201 D

Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum

Successful at 7f and 1m 4f on good to firm and good ground. Won on her latest outing when 5-2fav at Newmarket over 1m 4f (good) last month, beating Cloudbreaker by 5l Scored impressively on that occasion but this is much more demanding. Official BHA Rating 107

SP: 20-1

David Egan Garry Huntley

Frankie Dettori Shakil Aktar

Sam James Alex Cliffe

W. J. Lee Eoin O’ Connell

Tom Marquand Svitlana Zinchenko

Oisin Murphy

Rossa Ryan Eric Ngwane

William Buick Lucy Brocklehurst

For Sire/Dam see opposite page

Dubai Millennium (GB)

Zomaradah (GB)

Sea The Stars (IRE)

Hathrah (IRE)

Sadler’s Wells (USA)

Seeking The Gold (USA)

Colorado Dancer

Deploy

Jawaher (IRE)

Cape Cross (IRE)

Urban Sea (USA)

Linamix (FR)

Zivania (IRE)

Northern Dancer

Fairy Bridge (USA)

For Sire/Dam see opposite page

Urban Sea (USA)

Duke of Marmalade (IRE)

Higher Love (IRE)

Galileo (IRE)

Miswaki (USA)

Allegretta

Danehill (USA)

Love Me True (USA)

Sadler’s Wells (USA)

Dollar Bird (IRE)

Sadler’s Wells (USA)

Urban Sea (USA)

For Sire/Dam see opposite page

Magnificient Style (USA)

Dream Ahead (USA)

Infamous Angel (GB)

Cape Cross (IRE)

Silver Hawk (USA)

Mia Karina (USA)

Diktat (GB)

Land of Dreams (GB)

Exceed And Excel (AUS)

Evangeline (GB)

Green Desert (USA)

Park Appeal

For Sire/Dam see opposite page

Urban Sea (USA)

Authorized (IRE)

Rosenreihe (IRE)

Cape Cross (IRE)

Miswaki (USA)

Allegretta

Montjeu (IRE)

Funsie (FR)

Catcher In The Rye (IRE)

Rosengeste (IRE)

Green Desert (USA)

Park Appeal

For Sire/Dam see opposite page

Urban Sea (USA)

Doyen (IRE)

Oriental Pearl (GER)

Danehill (USA)

Miswaki (USA)

Allegretta

Sadler’s Wells (USA)

Moon Cactus

Big Shuffle (USA)

Orange Bowl

Danzig (USA)

Razyana (USA)

For Sire/Dam see opposite page

Piccadilly Circus (AUS)

Galileo (IRE)

Farfala (FR)

Royal Academy (USA)

Gatana (AUS)

Sadler’s Wells (USA)

Urban Sea (USA)

Linamix (FR)

Fragrant Hill (GB)

Sadler’s Wells (USA) Montjeu (IRE)

Floripedes (FR)

For Sire/Dam see opposite page

Tarfah (USA)

Dansili (GB)

Aspiring Diva (USA)

Shamardal (USA)

Kingmambo (USA)

Fickle (GB)

Danehill (USA)

Hasili (IRE)

Distant View (USA)

Queen of Song (USA)

Giant’s Causeway (USA)

Helsinki (GB)

For Sire/Dam see opposite page

Lady Vettori (GB)

Nathaniel (IRE)

Elas Diamond (GB)

Vettori (IRE)

Lady Golconda (FR)

Galileo (IRE)

Magnificient Style (USA)

Danehill Dancer (IRE)

Ela Athena (GB)

Al Husn (IRE)

Free Wind (IRE)

Poptronic (GB)

Bluestocking (GB)

Rosscarbery (GER)

Sea Silk Road (IRE)

Stay Alert (GB)

Novakai (GB)

No Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw

9

Savethelastdance (IRE) (33)

Ch f Galileo (IRE) - Daddys Lil Darling (USA)

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

Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland

3

9-0 (57.2) (6)

Form: 5-1121 D

Breeder: Daddys Lil Darling Syndicate

She has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on soft and heavy ground. Won on her latest outing when 10-11fav in the Group 1 Irish Oaks at Curragh over 1m 4f (soft) last month, beating Bluestocking by 1/2l. A top-class filly and looks the one to beat here Official BHA Rating 114 SP: 3-1

10

Warm Heart (IRE) (33)

B f Galileo (IRE) - Sea Siren (AUS)

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

Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland

3

9-0 (57.2) (9)

Form: 4-21115 D

Breeder: Coolmore

She has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to soft - heavy Finished 6l behind Savethelastdance when fifth of eight last time in the Group 1 Irish Oaks at Curragh over 1m 4f (soft) last month. Needs to bounce back to form. Official BHA Rating 110 SP: 16-1

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Tongue Strap worn by No 6.

STEWARDS NOTE

FREE WIND: Following its run on 5/8/2023 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.

SEA SILK ROAD: Following its run on 8/7/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed late-on.

PROBABLE S.P.’S

3-1 Savethelastdance (IRE), 9-2 Bluestocking (GB), 5-1 Free Wind (IRE), 8-1 Al Husn (IRE), 14-1 Rosscarbery (GER), 16-1 Stay Alert (GB), Warm Heart (IRE), 20-1 Novakai (GB), 22-1 Poptronic (GB), Sea Silk Road (IRE)

RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION

1st £283550

2nd £107500

4th £26800 TIME DISTANCES

3rd £53800

2.

Heart hold an entry in the QIPCO British Champions

& Mares Stakes on Saturday 21st October for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Monday 16th October for a stake of £37,500

9. Savethelastdance holds an entry in the QIPCO British Champion Stakes on Saturday 21st October for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Monday 16th October for a stake of £70,000

9. Savethelastdance & 10. Warm Heart hold an entry in the

St Leger on Saturday 16th September for which

entries can be received by noon on Monday 11th September for a stake of £50,000

FOURTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT

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

Pertemps Network have generously given £200 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £100 to the groom responsible for the winning horse

Ryan Moore

James Doyle

Free Wind, 3. Poptronic, 4. Rosscarbery, 5. Sea Silk Road, 6. Stay Alert, 7. Blue Stocking, 8. Novakai, 9. Savethelastdance & 10. Warm

Fillies

Betfred

supplementary

For Sire/Dam see opposite page

Sadler’s Wells (USA)

Urban Sea (USA)

Scat Daddy (USA)

Miss Hot Salsa (USA)

Sadler’s Wells (USA)

Northern Dancer

Fairy Bridge (USA)

Miswaki (USA)

Allegretta

Johannesburg (USA)

Love Style (USA)

Houston (USA)

Miss High Blade (USA)

Northern Dancer

Fairy Bridge (USA)

For Sire/Dam see opposite page

Urban Sea (USA)

Fastnet Rock (AUS)

Express A Smile (AUS)

Miswaki (USA)

Allegretta

Danehill (USA)

Piccadilly Circus (AUS)

Success Express (USA)

Hold That Smile (AUS)

Warm Heart (IRE)

Savethelastdance (IRE)

A TRIBUTE TO SIR HENRY CECIL

JOHN SEXTON REFLECTS ON ONE OF THE GREATS

It seems barely credible that ten years have passed since the racing world lost one of its true giants with the passing of trainer, Sir Henry Cecil, who is remembered today with the ninth running of the EBF and Sir Henry Cecil Galtres Stakes.

Throughout his 44-year career, the Sky Bet Ebor Festival always played a significant role in Sir Henry’s plans each season and Warren Place winners abounded on the Knavesmire each August, including three in the race which now bears his name.

It was not until 1986 that Sir Henry broke his duck in the EBF Galtres Stakes with Startino, but a second winner quickly followed when Upend, owned and bred by the former Newmarket chairman Peter Player, beat the favourite Percy’s Lass by a rather cosy half-length.

Sir Henry’s third and final winner of the EBF Galtres Stakes was Eva Luna, who had the advantage of a trademark ride from Pat Eddery, another legend racing has lost all too soon, as they out battled Sir Michael Stoute’s Time Allowed, himself under a great ride from John Reid.

As with many of his top horses, Eva Luna was owned and bred by the late Prince Khalid Abdullah, the filly did not make her racecourse debut until she was four and was having only the second race of her career that day. In a nomenclature quirk, she was one of two fillies to be named

Eva Luna foaled in 1992 – the other was trained by Jim Bolger retired after her classic campaign.

Those three Galtres triumphs, like all his Knavesmire winners, were a source of deep satisfaction on a racecourse he loved, in a county that was very dear to his heart.

Few would dispute that Sir Henry Cecil was the greatest British trainer of the 20th Century. Twenty-five British Classics, six more in Ireland, seventy-five Royal Ascot winners, the first man to saddle 3,000 winners on the Flat in Britain and the first British trainer to win the French Derby, all testify to his brilliance.

He learned his trade from two masters, growing up first as the step-son of Royal trainer Captain Cecil Boyd-Rochfort and then as son-in-law of Sir Noel Murless, the outstanding British-based trainer of the 1960’s.

They were hard acts to follow, but Sir Henry was to add that magical and indefinable quality which took him from very good to brilliant. It could have been the patience and attention to detail that he learnt tending his rose garden or simply that his natural ease and relaxed demeanour transmitted to his horses.

Midday, carrying the Juddmonte colours, becomes Sir Henry’s fifth Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks winner

Sir Henry & Lady Cecil enjoy a quieter moment

Whatever the reason, Cecil’s innate ability, coupled with the quality of horse he could attract to Warren Place, his base from 1977, meant his runners dominated the championship races. From Royal Ascot to York; from Newmarket to Goodwood, Cecil ruled supreme.

Like Alec Taylor in the early part of the 20th Century, Cecil’s was not a betting yard, but very much a yard to bet on, making him the trainer of choice with punters up and down the land.

In the golden summer of 1987, Cecil won one of his ten Trainers’ Championships with 180 winners, an unheard of tally in those days before Sunday fixtures and all-weather racing expanded the programme book. It was achieved between March and November and with barely a handicap winner among them.

So many of his horses were pattern race standard that a Cecil runner in a handicap was treated like the Holy Grail by punters. That was why much excitement surrounded the appearance of the Cecil-trained Kneller in the Sky Bet Ebor of 1988. With an Eddery aboard again, this time Paul not Pat, a 9-1 win resulted, a handy return for a horse whose next two races were victories in the Doncaster and the Jockey Club Cups!

But then, York was always good to Sir Henry, just as he was always good to York He loved the Knavesmire for its fairness. He mingled freely with racegoers and always seemed to have time to talk despite amassing some 137 winners at the track.

Congratulate him on a winner and almost inevitably he would turn, cock his head to one side in his trademark pose and ask what you thought of the horse and the race. More importantly, he would then listen attentively to the answer.

And there were many chances for congratulation at York. His seven winners in the Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Dante still stands as a record for the race as does his nine victories in the Tattersalls Musidora.

It was always said that he was better with fillies than colts, which may be more a relative than an absolute assessment, given his total of eighteen 1000 Guineas and Oaks winners is double that of his nine 2000 Guineas and Derby champions.

His York winners seem to support the point, with one of his seven Dante winners, the 1987 hero Reference Point winning the Betfred Derby, while three

of the Musidora stars, Diminuendo, Snow Bride and Reams of Verse added an Oaks.

Consider five winners of the Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks, spanning the decades from Connaught Bridge in 1979 to Midday in 2010 and it seems the case is proven. But there is more to weigh. Add into the big race mix, four winners of the Juddmonte International spread over nearly forty years from Wollow in 1976 to Frankel in 2012, plus four more colts in the Sky Bet Great Voltigeur, as well as a couple of Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Gimcrack triumphs and you get a taste of what the Knavesmire meant to Sir Henry, prizes to be aimed for, regardless of the gender of the thoroughbred.

Celestial Cloud set the ball rolling at Ripon in May 1969, the first of 3,431 worldwide victories His last winner here was First Mohican, the opening victor of York’s 2013 season. He started favourite, of course, making it apt that Sir Henry’s first and last winners were in his beloved Yorkshire. His last runner at York was Ace of Valhalla just two weeks before his passing.

Those names will probably drift into obscurity with the passing of the years, unlike that of Frankel, whose truly astounding win in the 2012 Juddmonte International is indelibly imprinted in the minds of all who saw it. Knighted for services to the sport in 2011, it was fitting that Sir Henry Cecil’s last big race win at York should be with Frankel. Was he the greatest horse who ever raced? Very possibly. Hugely impressive though Mark Johnston’s record haul truly is, was Sir Henry Cecil the greatest British trainer of all time? Quite probably. Both legendary horse and trainer now have permanent markers in their honour at York with a life size statue and a set of wrought iron gates respectively. It is little wonder then that the spontaneous appeal for “three cheers for Sir ‘enry” was greeted so rapturously around the Winner’s Enclosure that August; he may have loved York, but York also loved him.

Frankel with winning owner Prince Khalid Abdullah and Sir Henry Cecil - both men, much missed

5th Race 4.10

The British EBF & Sir Henry Cecil

Galtres Stakes (Listed Race)

One Mile Four Furlongs (2,300 metres)

See page 94 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION

Again, part of the Pattern pyramid, this Listed race is for 3yo+ fillies and mares.

Distance: 1m 4f

Race Type: Listed

Prize Money: £100,000

Age: 3+ f&m

Stalls: Centre

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.

Tough to win, harder to pick the winner, perhaps pay a visit to the Parade Ring to see them up close before investing your cash.

LAST YEAR’S RACE

Winner: HASKOY

Trainer: Ralph Beckett

Jockey: Ryan Moore

Age/Weight: 3-9-0

Runners: 11 SP: 13/2

Juddmonte and everyone on the Knavesmire were treated to a nail-biting finish last year Time Lock looked to have it sown up for the Charlton’s before Haskoy came with a rattling run under Ryan Moore to give connections a first and second.

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS

THE TALE OF THE CLOCK

Racing Post Standard Time: 2m 29.10s

Course Record: 2m 25.12s by Sea Wave (18-Aug-98)

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

Leading course trainer (17-22): W Haggas (32 wins from 191 runners, 17%) runs MARKET VALUE and SEA THEME

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): R Varian (11 wins from 44 runners, 25%) runs MODAARA

Fancy That: W Haggas won this race in 2013 and 2014 The stable runs MARKET VALUE and SEA THEME today. J & T Gosden won this race in 2015 and 2018. The stable runs LMAY and ONE EVENING and SPRING FEVER today.

Longest Traveller: MORACANA trained by Ms S Lavery, Ireland.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 22nd August.

Bet Type: Win Selections: Sea Theme

KNAVESMIRE TIP

SCENIC outran her huge odds to get up for third over an extended 1m2f at this track on her latest outing and she shaped as if the step up in distance would suit. The daughter of Lope De Vega has Oisin Murphy booked and she should not be underestimated. The lightly-raced Sea Theme could have any amount of improvement to come after her maiden victory at Doncaster, while Climate Friendly looks more than capable at this level and should also be considered.

SCENIC SEA THEME

5th Race 4.10

The British EBF & Sir Henry Cecil Galtres Stakes

Distance: 1m 4f

Race Type: Listed

Prize Money: £100,000

Age: 3+ f&m

Stalls: Centre

No Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw

1 Moracana (IRE) (62)

B m Elzaam (AUS) - Ultra Cool (IRE)

5 9-13 (63.0) (9)

Jockey: Robert Colgan

Owner: Ms Sue Chadwick

Breeder: Ms Sheila Lavery

Trainer: Ms Sheila Lavery, Ireland Form: 100-145 D

She has won four times from 1m 2f to 1m 5f on ground varying from good to soft Finished 3l behind Okita Soushi when fifth of 18 at 25-1 on her latest outing at Ascot over 1m 4f (good to firm) in June That was a solid effort and she holds strong claims.

Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 7-1

2 Makinmedoit (IRE) (8)

B f Golden Horn - Tranquil Star (IRE)

4 9-9 (61.2) (1)

Jockey: Hayley Turner

Owner: Mr. R. M. Levitt and Mr A. Bromley

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Trainer: Harry Eustace, Newmarket Form: 512-303

She has won three times at 1m 2f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Third of 13 behind State Occasion beaten 5l at 40-1 on her latest outing at Salisbury over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month. Takes a step back up in distance and she could go well.

Official BHA Rating 100 SP: 14-1

3 Modaara (GB) (75)

4 9-9 (61.2) (5)

B f Dubawi (IRE) - Nahrain Jockey: David Egan

Owner: Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum

Breeder: Godolphin

Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket Form: 41-15 D

Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 4f on the all-weather. Finished 4l behind Sea Silk Road when last of 5 at 10-3 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Lester Piggott Stakes at Haydock over 1m 4f (good to firm) in June Drops in grade and she has to be respected.

Official BHA Rating 101 SP: 5-1

4 One Evening (GB) (60)

Ch f Galileo (IRE) - Seta

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

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket

4 9-9 (61.2) (7)

Jockey: Ryan Moore

Form: 4/15-52

Breeder: Lady Bamford

A winner at 1m 3f on the all-weather Beaten 1 3/4l by Voodoo Queen when second of 10 at 17-2 on her latest outing at Pontefract over 1m 4f (good to firm) in June She did well after stumbling leaving the stalls that day and could get in contention again.

Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 8-1

5 Tregony (GB) (7)

5 9-9 (61.2) (11)

Ch m New Bay - Timarwa (IRE) Jockey: Saffie Osborne

Owner: S R Hope & S W Barrow

Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford

Form: 111-403

Breeder: Aston Mullins Stud

Has won eight races at 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather Third of 12 behind Spirit Dancer beaten 1 3/4l at 8-1 on her latest outing at Windsor over 1m 2f (good to firm) earlier this month. She will need to improve

Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 22-1

6

Bright Diamond

B f El Kabeir (USA) - Starlite Sienna (IRE)

(IRE) (55)

Owner: Sheikh Rashid Dalmook Al Maktoum

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

3 9-0 (57.2) (12)

Jockey: Clifford Lee

Form: 133-550

Breeder: T. Molan

A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Beaten 11l behind Al Husn at 16-1 when last of 9 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Hoppings

Fillies’ Stakes at Newcastle over 1m 2f in June Yet to show her best this year but she isn’t ruled out at this level.

Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 28-1

7

Climate Friendly

Ch f Frankel - Unex Mona Lisa

(GB) (19)

3 9-0 (57.2) (4)

Jockey: Neil Callan

Owner: The Gredley Family

Breeder: Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd

Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket Form: 001003 D

A winner at 1m 4f on good ground. Third of 10 behind Sweet Memories beaten 4 1/2l at 18-1 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 1m 4f (soft) earlier this month. Has shaped as if a race of this nature would be within her compass and is considered.

Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 20-1

8 Lmay (IRE) (33)

B f Frankel - Alienate

3 9-0 (57.2) (6)

Jockey: Kieran Shoemark

Owner: The Thoroughbred Racing Corporation Ltd

Breeder: A. Stroud, T. Stewart & J. Hanly

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket Form: 26104 D

A winner at 1m 4f on good to firm ground. Finished 8l behind Novakai when fourth of 11 at 12-1 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 1m 4f (good) last month. Retains the hood from that effort and she isn’t without an each-way chance.

Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 33-1

9 Market Value (IRE) (55)

3 9-0 (57.2) (10)

B f Siyouni (FR) - Estimate (IRE) Jockey: William Buick

Owner: HM The King & HM The Queen

Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket Form: 6-312 BF Breeder: The Queen

A winner at 1m 2f on good ground. Beaten 2 1/4l by Sparks Fly when second of 8 at 6-4fav on her latest outing at Chester over 1m 2f (good to soft) in June Will need to find significant improvement to get involved against this level of opposition.

Official BHA Rating 83 SP: 12-1

10 Scenic (FR) (27)

3 9-0 (57.2) (3)

B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Ghalyah Jockey: Oisin Murphy

Owner: David Ward

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn Form: 042-543

Placed twice in six starts. Third of 10 behind Midnight Mile beaten 3l at 80-1 on her latest outing here over 1m 2f (good to soft) last month. That was an encouraging effort and she could improve further for the step up in trip, so she is one to watch out for.

Official BHA Rating 98 SP: 12-1

11

Sea Theme (IRE) (28)

B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Mayhem (IRE)

3 9-0 (57.2) (2)

Jockey: Tom Marquand

Owner: Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum

Breeder: C-Squared Investments

Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket Form: 31 D

Won for the first time from two starts on her latest outing when 11-4fav at Doncaster over 1m 4f (soft) last month, beating Cherry by 3l. The least exposed in this field and she warrants her place at this level after her very comfortable maiden victory

Official BHA Rating - SP: 6-1

12 Spring Fever (GB) (19)

B f Dubawi (IRE) - Primevere (IRE)

3 9-0 (57.2) (13)

Jockey: Frankie Dettori

Owner: Mr A. E. Oppenheimer

Breeder: Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd

Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket Form: 312165 D

Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 4f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 5l behind Sweet Memories when fifth of 10 at 6-1 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 1m 4f (soft) earlier this month. Has won at Newmarket and Redcar this season. May appreciate the quicker ground.

Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 22-1

13

There’s The Door (IRE)

B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Callisto Star (IRE)

Owner: Paul & Clare Rooney

Trainer: David Evans, Abergavenny

(22)

3 9-0 (57.2) (8)

Jockey: Richard Kingscote

Form: 2-12031

Breeder: Kevin J. Molloy

She has won three times from 7f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. A winner at 6-1 at Goodwood over 1m 2f (heavy) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Persist by 1/2l. Has also won at Doncaster this season and could make her presence felt. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 14-1

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 13...........................................................................................(EXACTA) Hood worn by No 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 7.

STEWARDS NOTE

ONE EVENING: Following its run on 25/6/2023 it was reported that the horse stumbled leaving the stalls.

PROBABLE

FIFTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT

The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Arthur Boyd-Rochfort, brother of the late Sir Henry Cecil.

The sponsors have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £50 to the racing groom responsible for the winning horse.

The OR8Wellness EBF Stallions

Nursery Stakes

About Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres)

See page 94 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION

Distance: 7f

Race Type: Handicap

Prize Money: £100,000

Age: 2

Stalls: Farside

A further handicap to solve, this time limited to 2yo’s and although they are the babies of the equine world their previous run mean that they should all know what they are here to do

More significantly, dedicated race watchers and bookmakers will be aware of them so perhaps look for a clue in the betting market

By this stage of the afternoon some will have resorted to their choice of “ps”; with the pin in 2yo nursery handicaps, even the richest one in the land, having a fair record Pedigree is the second option, the more professional “p”.

LAST YEAR’S RACE

Winner: KYEEMA

Trainer: William Haggas

Jockey: Tom Marquand

Age/Weight: 2-8-12

Runners: 14 SP: 8/1

Kyeema had won a soft-ground maiden at Catterick and travelled much the best of these He was always doing enough to keep Helene Feeling at bay and was ahead of his mark.

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS

THE TALE OF THE CLOCK

Racing Post Standard Time: 1m 23s

Course Record: 1m 22.32s by Dutch Connection (20-Aug-14)

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

Leading course trainer (17-22): R Fahey (27 wins from 455 runners, 6%) runs AJWADI and EXPERT CHOICE and GAMRAAN

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Johnston (14 wins from 74 runners, 19%) runs LINCOLN LEGACY

Longest Traveller: INISHFALLEN trained by B Meehan, Manton, 226 miles.

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 22nd August.

Bet Type: Combination Trifecta Selections: Soldier’s Gold, Lexington Belle, Expert Choice

KNAVESMIRE TIP

Many are open to improvement, not least Barg, who drops in class and can progress on his nursery debut. Expert Choice is also high on the shortlist after his comfortable success at Beverley 23 days ago and, along with his stablemate Gamraan, he is noted as a progressive type However, ARAGON CASTLE won with plenty in hand at Epsom on his penultimate start and, having performed well in defeat at Chester last time, his high cruising speed will be a crucial factor

ARAGON CASTLE BARG

6th Race

4.45

The OR8Wellness EBF Stallions

Nursery Stakes

Distance: 7f

Race Type: Handicap

Prize Money: £100,000

Age: 2

Stalls: Farside

No Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw

1 Soldier’s Gold (IRE) (23)

9-9 (61.2) (10)

B c Soldier’s Call - Copperbeech (IRE) Jockey: Richard Kingscote

Owner: Nobody Ever Replies

Breeder: Bernard & Eugene Heary

Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas Form: 42110

Successful twice at 6f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 5l behind Haatem when seventh of 9 last time in the Group 2 Nicholson Gin Vintage Stakes at Goodwood over 7f earlier this month. Has won at Ascot and Carlisle this season. Respected but yet to win at this trip Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 22-1

2

Balon d’Or (GB) (21)

B c Kodiac - Usra (IRE)

9-5 (59.4) (1)

Jockey: James Doyle

Owner: Ms Diamond, Owen, Roberton

Breeder: Crypto Bloodstock

Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas Form: 132460

A winner at 5f on good to soft ground. Beaten 10l behind Mission To Moon at 16-1 when seventh of 13 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 7f earlier this month. He has faced some stiff tests and may find this level is much more to his liking. Unexposed at the trip too. Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 28-1

3

Inishfallen (IRE) (34)

B c Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Kyllarney

9-3 (58.5) (2)

Jockey: Sean Levey

Owner: Manton Thoroughbreds VIII

Breeder: Mount Coote Estates

Trainer: Brian Meehan, Manton Form: 615

A winner at 6f on the all-weather. Finished 5l behind Action Point when fifth of 9 at 28-1 on his latest outing at Newbury over 6f (good) last month. He finished a nose in front of Balon D’or on that occasion and the step up to 7f can bring about further improvement.

Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 22-1

4 Gushing Gold (IRE) (8)

B f Blue Point (IRE) - Mehronissa

Owner: Mr Salem Rashid Bin Ghadayer

Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

9-3 (58.5) (8)

Jockey: William Buick

Form: 2033

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Placed in three of four starts. Third of 10 behind Ahlain beaten 3/4l at 5-2 on her latest outing at Kempton over 7f earlier this month. He should have plenty more to give now he has experience over this trip and William Buick is an eye-catching jockey booking.

Official BHA Rating 87 (-4) SP: 16-1

5

Aragon Castle

Ch c Territories (IRE) - Wearing Wings

Owner: Mick and Janice Mariscotti

(IRE) (18)

Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere

9-2 (58.1) (14)

Jockey: Oisin Murphy

Form: 012 D

Breeder: Ms Debbie O’Shea

A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Beaten 1l by Marcella when second of 5 at 6-4 on his latest outing at Chester over 7f (soft) earlier this month. He helps his trainer play a strong hand and Oisin Murphy taking over in the saddle makes him of real interest

Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 8-1

6

Expert Choice

(GB) (23)

9-1 (57.6) (16)

B c Expert Eye - Pigota Jockey: Oisin Orr Owner: Sheikh Rashid Dalmook Al Maktoum

Breeder: Litex Commerce

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Form: 221 D

A winner at 7-4 at Beverley over 7f (good to soft) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Galactic Charm by 3l, his first win from three starts. Created the impression that he has a lot more to offer, with the forecast ground unlikely to trouble him.

Official BHA Rating 85 SP: 10-1

7

Rednblue Sovereign (IRE)

B c Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Mille Tank

(21)

8-13 (56.7) (18)

Jockey: Pierre-Louis Jamin

Owner: Sideways Racing

Breeder: E. Phelan

Trainer: Tom Dascombe, Lambourn Form: 56231 D

Won on his latest outing when 9-4fav at Epsom over 7f (soft) earlier this month, beating Prepschool by a neck, his first win from five starts. That form was boosted by the runner-up winning at Ripon last weekend and, with stamina assured, another big run can be expected. Official BHA Rating 83 SP: 22-1

8 Barg (IRE) (26)

8-12 (56.2) (5)

B c Soldier’s Call - Forever More (IRE) Jockey: Sam James

Owner: Ahmad Bintouq & E Burke

Breeder: Robert John Moyles

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn Form: 3140

A winner at 6f on good ground. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Rosallion when eighth of 10 last time at Ascot over 7f last month. He faced a stiff test in that Listed race but he might find this level is more within reach. Place claims.

Official BHA Rating 82 SP: 25-1

9

Bigbertiebassett (GB) (26)

8-12 (56.2) (13)

B c Almanzor (FR) - My Special J’s (USA) Jockey: Liam Keniry

Owner: Mr David Foy Trainer: Tom Dascombe, Lambourn Form: 210 D

Breeder: Newsells Park Stud

A winner at 7f on good ground. Well beaten at 40-1 behind Rosallion when 9th of 10 last time at Ascot over 7f last month. He has four and a half lengths to find with Barg based on a literal reading of that run but he still holds scope, so warrants a betting check.

Official BHA Rating 82 SP: 40-1

10

Lincoln Legacy (IRE)

(5)

8-12 (56.2) (3)

B f Footstepsinthesand - Crystal Valkyrie (IRE) (in 6lb ex) Jockey: Franny Norton

Owner: G.P.S. Heart of Racing (Bloodstock) Ltd

Breeder: C. O. P. Hanbury

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham Form: 1361 D

Successful at 6f and 7f on good ground and on the all-weather A winner at 5-1 at Newmarket over 7f last time earlier this month, beating Expensive Queen by 1 1/4l. Carries a 6lb penalty today for that success. Has also won at Kempton this season and she commands respect. Official BHA Rating 76 (+5) SP: 11-1

11

Misemerald (IRE) (17)

8-11 (55.8) (20)

B f Zoffany (IRE) - Rocaverde (IRE) Jockey: Andrew Mullen

Owner: Mrs J. Porter

Breeder: Aylesfield Farms Stud

Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond Form: 3112 D

Successful at 6f and 7f on good to firm and good to soft ground. Beaten 2 1/2l by Francophone when second of 7 at 2-1 on her latest outing at Ayr over 7f earlier this month. Has won at Ayr and Beverley this season. She scores highly for consistency and warrants respect.

Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 28-1

12

Matloob (IRE) (38)

8-10 (55.3) (19)

Gr c Dark Angel (IRE) - Shang Shang Shang (USA) Jockey: David Egan

Owner: Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum

Breeder: Shang Shang Shang Partnership

Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket Form: 4015

A winner at 5f on the all-weather Finished 5l behind Lady Of Sardinia when fifth of 6 at 3-1 on his latest outing at Windsor over 5f (good) last month. He holds a highly appealing pedigree and there are good reasons to expect him to cope with his first try over this trip

Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 22-1

13 Gamraan (GB) (21)

Ch c Masar (IRE) - Quick March

8-10 (55.3) (6)

Jockey: Billy Garritty

Owner: AlMohamediya Racing

Breeder: Sheraton Bloodstock Limited

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Form: 0332

Placed once in four starts. Beaten 3l by Mission To Moon when second of 13 at 28-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 7f (soft) earlier this month. That form ties in with the likes of Aragon Castle and he can figure strongly if he takes another step forward.

Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 12-1

14 Ajwadi (GB) (15)

B c Dutch Art - Falaise (USA)

8-8 (54.4) (15)

Jockey: Cam Hardie

Owner: Sheikh Abdullah Almalek Alsabah

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Form: 551

A winner at 6-1 at Pontefract over 6f (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Saint Matthew by 3/4l, his first win from three starts. That was a significant hint that there is more to come and he boosts his yard’s chances alongside Expert Choice.

Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 14-1

15 Lexington Belle (IRE) (6)

B f Belardo (IRE) - Albemarle (in 6lb ex)

8-8 (54.4) (12)

Jockey: P. J. McDonald

Owner: Middleham Park Racing CXIII Trainer: Alice Haynes, Newmarket Form: 63011 D

Breeder: Rigsdale Stud

Successful at 7f and 1m 1f on good ground and on the all-weather Won last time at Wolverhampton over 1m 1f earlier this month, beating Between Me And U by a head. Carries a 6lb penalty today for that success. Has also won at Thirsk this season, but this is more demanding. Official BHA Rating 72 SP: 18-1

16 Straight A (GB) (33)

B c Aclaim (IRE) - Straight Away

8-7 (54.0) (7)

Jockey: Hayley Turner

Owner: Mr J. C. Smith

Breeder: Littleton Stud

Trainer: Harry Eustace, Newmarket Form: 510 BF

A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Beaten 14l behind Nellie Leylax at 3-1jt-fav when eighth of 14 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 7f last month. He was a comfortable winner over 6f on his penultimate start but may do better now he has experience over this trip Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 16-1

No Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw

17

Blue Collar (IRE) (13)

B c Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Navigate By Stars (IRE)

8-7 (54.0) (9)

Jockey: Andrea Atzeni

Owner: Mr Michael Pescod

Breeder: JC Bloodstock Limited

Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough Form: 064

Unplaced in all three starts. Finished 1 3/4l behind Air Force Indi when fourth of 14 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good) earlier this month. He outran market expectations that day and is dangerous to rule out back at this distance.

Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 18-1

18

Dark Encounter (IRE) (22)

8-5 (53.1) (17)

Br c Dark Angel (IRE) - Blackgold Fairy (USA) Jockey: Saffie Osborne

Owner: Mr Zhang Yuesheng

Breeder: Yulong Investments (Australia) Pty

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn Form: 260

Foaled 19 Feb. Placed once in three starts. Beaten 6l behind Spanish Poet at 18-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Sandown over 7f (heavy) earlier this month. He has experience over this trip but his stablemate Barg looks the yard’s first string.

Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 28-1

19

Keep Warm

(GB) (34)

8-2 (51.7) (4)

B g Lightning Spear - Sabrewing (IRE) Jockey: Joanna Mason

Owner: Mr J Blackburn Racing

Breeder: The Sabrewing Partnership

Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton Form: 65311

Successful twice at 6f on good and good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing when 4-7fav at Pontefract over 6f last month, beating Doubletalk by 3/4l. Has won twice at Pontefract this season. Chases a hat-trick but requires another step forward over this longer trip Official BHA Rating 72 SP: 14-1

20 Nelson Rose (GB) (6)

8-2 (51.7) (11)

B f Bungle Inthejungle - Rose Crown Jockey: Raul Da Silva

Owner: SRDS Racing

Trainer: Adam West, Epsom

Form: 06245 BF

Breeder: India Channon

Placed once in five starts. Finished 4l behind Unreal Connection when fifth of 9 on her latest outing at Epsom over 7f earlier this month. Runs from 2lb out of the handicap She holds a fair level of ability but this is a stiff test at the weights.

Official BHA Rating 70 (-2) SP: 100-1

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

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 8. Hood worn by No 20 Visor worn by No 19 Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 15

STEWARDS NOTE

INISHFALLEN: Following its run on 21/7/2023 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed under pressure.

PROBABLE S.P.’S

8-1 Aragon Castle (IRE), 10-1 Expert Choice (GB), 11-1 Lincoln Legacy (IRE), 12-1 Gamraan (GB), 14-1 Ajwadi (GB), Keep Warm (GB), 16-1 Gushing Gold (IRE), Straight A (GB), 18-1 Lexington Belle (IRE), Blue Collar (IRE), 22-1 Soldier’s Gold (IRE), Inishfallen (IRE), Rednblue Sovereign (IRE), Matloob (IRE), 25-1 Barg (IRE), 28-1 Balon d’Or (GB), Misemerald (IRE), Dark Encounter (IRE), 40-1 Bigbertiebassett (GB), 100-1 Nelson Rose (GB)

RESULT & PRIZE MONEY

INFORMATION 1st £51540

£12090

SIXTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT

The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Kathie Phillips & Max Collier

OR8 Wellness have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £50 to the racing groom responsible for the winning horse

7th Race 5.20

The British EBF 40th Anniversary

Fillies’ Stakes (Heritage Handicap)

About Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres)

See page 94 for conditions of this race.

RACE DESCRIPTION

Distance: 7f

Race Type: Heritage Handicap

Rating: 0 - 105

Prize Money: £100,000

Age: 3+ f&m

Stalls: Farside

On Ladies Day a final all-female competitive handicap, again for 3yo and older, this time over seven furlongs.

The £100,000 prize money as well as the handicap rating band of 0-105 means that it will attract some pretty smart types (like for Test cricketers a score of over 100 denotes a top performer). The horse considered by the handicapper as the best will carry the most weight; Farhh To Shy, today.

Look for C (has won at York) or D (has won over this distance) For example, International Girl has won at York and Sophias Starlight has won over this distance.

It could provide you with a last gasp winner so that you can bask in your success until at least 1.52pm tomorrow

LAST YEAR’S RACE

Winner: ADAAY IN ASIA

Trainer: Harry Dunlop

Jockey: Dylan Hogan

Age/Weight: 3-9-1

Runners: 14 SP: 11/1

Despite dwelling at the start, Adaay In Asia travelled strongly to press the leaders. Dylan Hogan’s confidence was justified as she pulled away inside the final 110 yards to win by a length.

RACE FACTS & STATISTICS

THE TALE OF THE CLOCK

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): W Haggas (32 wins from 191 runners, 17%) runs UNEQUAL LOVE

Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): C Johnston (14 wins from 74 runners, 19%) runs ESPRESSOO

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

NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 22nd August.

Bet Type: Combination Trifecta

KNAVESMIRE TIP

Selections: Unequal Love, Sophia’s Starlight, Farhh To Shy, International Girl

UNEQUAL LOVE has done very little wrong since making her debut in June, and a 5lb rise for her most recent success at Haydock could prove lenient as she looks to land the four-timer Turned out again quickly under a 6lb penalty after a career-best effort to land the Great St. Wilfrid at Ripon on Saturday, Sophia’s Starlight looks to be her main danger ahead of taking Newmarket winner Naomi Lapaglia. Completing the shortlist are the likes of Back See Daa, Eximious and Nigiri.

UNEQUAL LOVE

SOPHIA’S STARLIGHT

7th Race 5.20

The British EBF 40th Anniversary

Fillies’ Stakes

1 Farhh To Shy (GB) (28)

Distance: 7f

Race Type: Heritage Handicap (0-105)

Prize Money: £100,000

Age: 3+ f&m

Stalls: Farside

5 9-12 (62.6) (14)

B m Farhh - Coconut Shy Jockey: Tom Queally

Owner: Mr F. Butler

Trainer: George Margarson, Newmarket Form: 631651 D Breeder: Mr F. Butler

Winner of six races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Won on her latest outing when 10-3jt-fav at Yarmouth over 7f (good to soft) last month, beating Able Kane by 2 1/4l. Has also won at Ascot this season. A key player on the back of that win. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 11-1

2 Al Simmo (GB) (41)

6 9-10 (61.7) (12)

B m Al Kazeem - Magic Destiny Jockey:

Owner: Mr Ray Bailey

Non-Runner(Declared In Error)

1026-20

Trainer: Steph Hollinshead, Rugeley Form: 1026-20 Breeder: Ray Bailey

Winner of seven races at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 13l behind Swingalong at 16-1 when last of 10 on her latest outing here over 6f (good) last month. Doubtful runner today. Official BHA Rating 90 SP:

3 Nizaaka (FR) (62)

5 9-10 (61.7) (18)

B m New Bay - Dusky Queen (IRE) Jockey: Harry Davies

Owner: Jastar Capital Ltd & WH Bloodstock

Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket Form: 504026 D Breeder: China Horse Club International Ltd

She has won four times at 7f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 10l behind Pastiche when last of 6 at 13-2 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 7f (good) in June Has a long losing streak to overcome and would need a lot to go her way Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 40-1

4 Sophia’s Starlight (FR) (5)

3 9-10 (61.7) (16)

B f Hunter’s Light (IRE) - Endeavor (FR) (in 6lb ex) Jockey: Sam James

Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 11

Breeder: P. Chedeville

Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton Form: 311521 D

Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather A winner at Ripon over 6f on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Summerghand by a head. Carries a 6lb penalty today for that success. A leading player. Official BHA Rating 89 (+6) SP: 17-2

5

Espressoo

(GB) (23)

Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Elas Diamond

Owner: Newsells Park Stud - Ossie Ardiles Synd.

Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham

4 9-8 (60.8) (15)

Jockey: Joe Fanning

Form: 40-1520 D

Breeder: Newsells Park Stud

She has won three times at 7f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 8l behind Choisya at 14-1 when 13th of 18 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month. Yet to show enough to be worthy of serious consideration.

Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 33-1

6

Back

See Daa (GB) (23)

B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Zoella (USA)

Owner: Mr C. R. Hirst

Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn

3 9-7 (60.3) (13)

Jockey: Charles Bishop

Form: 42-2166

Breeder: Newsells Park Stud

A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 4l behind Choisya when sixth of 18 at 10-1 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month. She remains unexposed and could be open to improvement on the drop back in trip

Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 20-1

7

Unequal Love

Ch f Dutch Art - Heavenly Dawn

Owner: Cheveley Park Stud

(GB) (13)

Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket

3 9-5 (59.4) (3)

Jockey: Tom Marquand

Form: 4111 D

Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited

She has won three times from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Won on her latest outing when at Haydock over 7f (good) earlier this month, beating Diamond Vega by 1 3/4l. Has won three times this season. A progressive filly, who can land the four-timer.

Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 6-1

8 Royal Dress (IRE) (23)

B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Wadaa (USA)

3 9-4 (59.0) (1)

Jockey: Ryan Moore

Owner: Mr Saeed Manana

Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited

Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough Form: 130214 D

Successful at 6f and 7f on soft and heavy ground. Finished 1 3/4l behind Choisya when fourth of 18 at 14-1 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month. Has won at Haydock and Doncaster this season, and should make her presence felt again. Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 18-1

9 Candle of Hope (GB) (23)

(kgs)

3 9-3 (58.5) (17)

Br f Cable Bay (IRE) - Good Hope Jockey: William Buick

Owner: HM The King & HM The Queen

Trainer: Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn

Form: 0-64656 D

Breeder: The Queen

Successful at 6f and 7f on good ground. Finished 4l behind Executive Decision when sixth of 13 at 10-1 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Needs to bounce back to the form of her penultimate effort at Royal Ascot.

Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 25-1

10 Eximious (IRE) (7)

B f Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Estiqaama (USA)

3 9-3 (58.5) (2)

Jockey: David Egan

Owner: Highclere T’Bred Racing - Marie Curie

Breeder: Irish Emerald Stud

Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket Form: 210-203 D BF

A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Third of seven behind Behind The Scenes beaten 3/4l at 2-1fav on her latest outing at Wolverhampton over 1m 1f earlier this month. Dropping back in trip should pose no issue and could be suited by the nature of this contest.

Official BHA Rating 88 (+1) SP: 16-1

11 Cuban Breeze (GB) (17)

B m Bated Breath - Madam Mojito (USA)

5 9-3 (58.5) (5)

Jockey: Ben Curtis

Owner: Dalwhinnie Bloodstock Ltd & Richard Kent

Breeder: Dalwhinnie Bloodstock

Trainer: David Evans, Abergavenny Form: 343205

Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 3l behind Indian Creak when fifth of 13 at 28-1 on her latest outing at Windsor over 6f earlier this month. On a fair mark, but she might find a few too strong.

Official BHA Rating 83 SP: 33-1

12 International Girl (IRE) (15)

5 9-1 (57.6) (7)

Ch m Camacho - Lady Arabella (IRE) Jockey: Oisin Orr

Owner: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd

Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton

Form: 60-2402 C

Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud

She has won four times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground Beaten 1 1/4l by Emily Post when second of 9 at 9-2 on her latest outing at Pontefract over 6f (good) earlier this month. She’s been more effective over sprint trips and others appeal more.

Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 20-1

13

Rock Melody

(IRE) (26)

B f Fascinating Rock (IRE) - Legal Lyric (IRE)

Owner: Summerstorm Bloodstock Ltd

Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow

4 8-13 (56.7) (4)

Jockey: Paul Mulrennan

Form: 611336 D

Breeder: John O’Connor

She has won four times from 5f to 7f on good ground and on the all-weather Finished 6l behind Intrinsic Bond when sixth of 14 at 10-1 on her latest outing at Ascot over 5f (good) last month. The return to further can suit; not without a chance.

Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 22-1

14

Naomi Lapaglia (GB)

(40)

3 8-13 (56.7) (10)

B f Awtaad (IRE) - Hawaafez Jockey: Oisin Murphy

Owner: Edward Babington & Phil Cunningham

Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited

Trainer: Richard Spencer, Newmarket Form: 1-051 D

Successful at 7f and 1m on good to soft ground and on the all-weather A winner at 5-1 at Newmarket over 7f (good to soft) on her latest outing last month, beating In These Shoes by 1l Remains open to further improvement and she is fancied to mount a stern challenge

Official BHA Rating 84 SP: 16-1

15

Dubai Jemila (GB) (89)

Ch f Dubawi (IRE) - Joyful Hope

3 8-13 (56.7) (19)

Jockey: Neil Callan

Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah

Breeder: Watership Down Stud & Mr Andrew Rosen

Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Form: 410-00 D

A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 8l behind Quantum Impact at 50-1 when seventh of 10 on her latest outing here over 1m (good to firm) in May. Eased a further 4lb in the ratings, and she is no forlorn hope.

Official BHA Rating 84 SP: 50-1

16

Mottisfont (IRE) (23)

B f Adaay (IRE) - Broadlands

3 8-13 (56.7) (20)

Jockey: Jason Hart

Owner: The End-R-Ways Partnership & Partners

Breeder: The Lavington Stud

Trainer: Hughie Morrison, East Ilsley Form: 6-00040 D

A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Beaten 6l behind Executive Decision at 18-1 when 9th of 13 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Far from disgraced in recent starts, and she’s dropped to a workable mark.

Official BHA Rating 84 SP: 40-1

No Horse Age st-lb

Draw

No Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw

17 Peony (GB) (34)

3 8-10 (55.3) (11)

B f Churchill (IRE) - Nancy Hart Jockey: Saffie Osborne

Owner: David Ward Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn Form: 20-2110

Breeder: David Ward

Successful twice at 6f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Beaten 10l behind Star Guest at 7-1 when 9th of 11 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good) last month. Needs to resume her progress, but perhaps the return to further can aid that.

Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 33-1

18 Nigiri (IRE) (18)

Ch f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Disclose

3 8-9 (54.9) (6)

Jockey: Hector Crouch

Owner: Valmont

Breeder: D. Gibbons, M. O’Meara & R. Gogan

Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down Form: 4-0311 D

Successful at 7f and 1m on good to soft and heavy ground. Won on her latest outing when 11-8fav at Haydock over 1m (heavy) earlier this month, beating Love Interest by 2 1/2l. Progressive sort; she could be up to defying a further 5lb rise in the handicap

Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 11-2

19 Coco Jamboo (IRE) (13)

3 8-9 (54.9) (9)

B f Massaat (IRE) - Beta Tauri (USA) Jockey: Andrea Atzeni

Owner: Scuderia Sagam SRLS & Partner

Breeder: Mr & Mrs C. Booth & Mrs S. Cammidge

Trainer: Marco Botti, Newmarket Form: 1-23333 D

A winner at 7f on good ground. Third of 7 behind Noor Bano beaten 2 1/2l at 13-2 on her latest outing at Haydock over 6f (good) earlier this month. She’s a consistent performer but others look stronger for win purposes; each-way claims.

Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 28-1

20 Misty Blues (IRE) (26)

3 8-8 (54.4) (8)

B f Expert Eye - Ventura Mist Jockey: Cam Hardie

Owner: The Wolf Pack 2 and Partner

Breeder: Roundhill Stud & J. S. Investments

Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Form: 2325-60

A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Beaten 19l behind Sharp Power at 33-1 when last of 10 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good) last month. She is wearing cheekpieces for the first time, which will need to elicit a fair chunk of improvement

Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 150-1

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

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 20 Hood worn by No 14 Visor worn by No 11, 16.

STEWARDS NOTE

EXIMIOUS: Following its run on 17/8/2023 it was reported that the horse suffered brief interference.

PROBABLE S.P.’S

11-2 Nigiri (IRE), 6-1 Unequal Love (GB), 17-2 Sophia’s Starlight (FR), 11-1 Farhh To Shy (GB), 16-1 Eximious (IRE), Naomi Lapaglia (GB), 18-1 Royal Dress (IRE), 20-1 Back See Daa (GB), International Girl (IRE), 22-1 Rock Melody (IRE), 25-1 Candle of Hope (GB), 28-1 Coco Jamboo (IRE), 33-1 Espressoo (GB), Cuban Breeze (GB), Peony (GB), 40-1 Nizaaka (FR), Mottisfont (IRE), 50-1 Dubai Jemila (GB), 150-1 Misty Blues (IRE)

RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION

1st £51540

2nd £24170 3rd £12090................................................................... 4th £6040 .................................................................................. TIME DISTANCES

SEVENTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT

The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Sam Bullard, EBF Trustee and Director of Stallions at Darley

The EBF have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £50 to the racing groom responsible for the winning horse.

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Today’s Race Conditions

FIRST RACE 1.50 - The Sky Bet Lowther Stakes (Class 1) (Group 2) (CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £151699 to the winning horse The second to receive £57512, the third £28783, the fourth £14338, the fifth £7195 and the sixth £3611. for two yrs old fillies only Enter by noon, July 11th and pay £875 stake, Scratch by noon, August 1st or pay £1000, Confirm by noon, August 18th and pay £625, Supplementary Entry by noon, August 18th and pay £20000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 22nd. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, a winner of a Group 1 or Group 2 race 3lb SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner Declarations to run for this race must be made by 11.00 a.m. on Tuesday August 22nd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on Tuesday August 22nd. This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of SKY BET The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code 41 entries, 12 at £875, 17 at £1875, 11 at £2500, 1 at £20000. - Closed July 11th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £119198; Second £48926; Third £24476; Fourth £12225; Fifth £6126; Sixth £3050 Penalty Value: £151699.25 A SS

For race details see page 39

SECOND RACE 2.25 - Goffs UK Harry Beeby Premier Yearling Stakes (Class 2) (Gbb Race)

(CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £147540 to the winning horse The second to receive £59040, the third £29520, the fourth £14730, the fifth £7380, the sixth £7380, the seventh £7380, the eighth £7380, the ninth £7380 and the tenth £7380 for two yrs old only, which were catalogued in the Goffs UK Premier Yearling Sales of August 23rd and 24th, 2022, and which have been declared by Goffs UK Ltd as eligible to be entered and run in accordance with the relevant conditions in the Goffs UK Sales Catalogues. Enter by noon, January 17th and pay £450 stake, Scratch by noon, May 2nd or pay £500, Scratch by noon, July 4th or pay £600, Confirm by noon, August 18th and pay £550, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 22nd. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 2lb; fillies 8st 11lb Penalties, a winner of a Class 3 race 3lb Of a Class 2 race of a Listed race 5lb Of a Pattern race 7lb Nursery Handicaps excluded for the purposes of penalties. GOFFS UK LTD will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a cash award of £100 will be given to the stable lad or girl in charge of the best turned out horse in this race. This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of GOFFS 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 NOTE:- Entries for this race will be accepted at the time of closing for horses which do not have a registered name However, such horses will be disqualified and removed from the race if the name has not been registered by Tuesday, July 4th, 2023 in accordance with Rule (E)3, Rule (E)4 Rule (E)8 and Rule (E)9 For horses trained in Great Britain, Ireland or the Channel Islands, an acceptable application must be made by the previous Friday. Horses entered for this race do not have to be implanted with a microchip until July 4th, 2023, the second scratching deadline The British Horseracing Authority has modified Rule (I)10, paragraphs 10 and 26 of the Race Administration Code, paragraphs 5, 15 and 16 of the Race Entry Code, the Stakes and Prize Money Code, and paragraphs 43 and 44 of the Weights and Handicapping Code ELIMINATION: Runners in this race will be reduced by the elimination of those horses which, in the opinion of the BHA Handicapper, have the lowest Handicap Rating or, if they do not qualify for an official rating under the Rules of Racing, have the lowest assessment made by the BHA Handicapper from their performances on the racecourse so far. Form will be taken into account up to and including Wednesday, August 16th. Horses which have not run will be eliminated first by random ballot.

THE LAST TWO ENTRY STAKES TOTALLING £1150 WILL BE REIMBURSED TO THE OWNER WHEN THE HORSE HAS BEEN DECLARED TO RUN AND IS ELIMINATED FROM THIS RACE. IN THE EVENT THAT THE RACE IS CANCELLED OR ABANDONED ALL ENTRY STAKE PAYMENTS WILL BE RETURNED (£40000 minimum added to stakes) SPECIAL NOTES: 1. The advertised Total Race Value stated in the race conditions is a fixed amount and will not be increased. 2. In the event of elimination proving necessary, the eliminated horses will be refunded according to the conditions of the race. 3. If there is still an excess of Stakes, i.e. the amount of the Owners’ Stakes exceeds the advertised Total Race Value less the guaranteed racecourse and sponsors contribution, as stated in the race conditions, this excess will be refunded to Owners as follows: a. The proportion of Stakes generated at each stage will be calculated (ignoring horses that have already received a full or partial refund of that stage payment due to elimination) b. Whatever proportion of the excess that was generated at each stage will be divided equally between all horses which paid at that stage 126 entries, 21 at £450 47 at £950 34 at £1550, 24 at £2100 - Closed January 17th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £115740; Second £50400; Third £25200; Fourth £12600; Fifth £6300; Sixth £6300; Seventh £6300; Eighth £6300; Ninth £6300; Tenth £6300 Penalty Value: £147540 11 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 A SS

For race details see page 47

THIRD RACE 3.00 - The Clipper Stakes (Class 2 Handicap) (Heritage Handicap) (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £77310 to the winning horse The second to receive £36255, the third £18135, the fourth £9060, the fifth £4530 and the sixth £2265. for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, July 18th and pay £250 stake, Scratch by noon, August 1st or pay £300 Confirm by noon, August 18th and pay £200 Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 22nd. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 12lb Penalties, after July 22nd, 2023, for each race won 6lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried.. CLIPPER has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. 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. 58 entries, 8 at £250 19 at £550 31 at £750 - Closed July 18th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £60945; Second £30480; Third £15240; Fourth £7620; Fifth £3810; Sixth £1905 Penalty Value: £77310 Weights raised 3lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable 6 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 SS

For race details see page 57

FOURTH RACE 3.35 - The Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks (Class 1) (Group 1) (British Champions Series)

(CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £283550 to the winning horse The second to receive £107500, the third £53800, the fourth £26800, the fifth £13450 and the sixth £6750. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only Enter by noon, June 27th and pay £2175 stake, Scratch by noon, August 1st or pay £2500 Confirm by noon, August 18th and pay £1575, Supplementary Entry by noon, August 18th and pay £40000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 22nd. Weights: 3-y-o 9st; 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb NOTE: Horses will only be eligible to run in this race provided that they have a current BHA Handicap Rating of 80 or higher at midday of the confirmation stage Horses which do not qualify for a rating may also be eligible providing the BHA Handicapper is satisfied that the horse’s racecourse performances up to and including the day before confirmation merit a provisional assessment of 80 or higher Horses which have not run will not be eligible PERTEMPS NETWORK has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on Tuesday August 22nd and declarations of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on Tuesday August 22nd. This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of PERTEMPS NETWORK. The sponsorship payment of £1000 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 If the winner of the Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks runs in the Queen Elizabeth II Cup at Kyoto on November 12th, 2023, and she finishes in the first three, the owner will be eligible for a JRA bonus. See JRA website for details. The Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks is part of the Breeders’ Cup Challenge Race Programme for 2023. See Breeders’ Cup website for details. THERE WILL BE A PARADE FOR THIS RACE. Runners will proceed down the canter down to the one furlong marker where they join the track. Runners will then turn back to canter past the stands to the start. 32 entries, 5 at £2175, 14 at £4675, 13 at £6250 - Closed June 27th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £222800; Second £91450; Third £45750; Fourth £22850; Fifth £11450; Sixth £5700 Penalty Value: £283550 A SS

For race details see page 69

FIFTH RACE 4.10 - The British EBF & Sir Henry Cecil Galtres Stakes (Class 1) (Listed Race) (CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £56710 to the winning horse The second to receive £21500, the third £10760, the fourth £5360, the fifth £2690 and the sixth £1350. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which are E.B.F eligible, which, since two yrs old, have not won a Pattern race, nor have been placed second or third in a Group 1 Pattern race.

Enter by noon, August 18th and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 22nd. Weights: 3-y-o 9st; 4-y-o and up 9st 9lb Penalties, after 2022, a winner of a Listed race 4lb ARTHUR BOYD-ROCHFORT has generously sponsored this race and will present a perpetual trophy to the winning owner, to be held for eleven months only THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have also kindly contributed £10000 towards the prize money for this race. The European Breeders’ Fund support 146 Flat races each year across Yorkshire; boosting prize money by over £450000 Each year, the British EBF contributes up to £2million to Flat and National Hunt racing nationwide This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/ logo of EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND 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 21 entries at £500 - Closed August 18th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £44560; Second £18290; Third £9150; Fourth £4570; Fifth £2290; Sixth £1140 Penalty Value: £56710 A SS

For race details see page 77

SIXTH RACE 4.40 - The OR8Wellness EBF Stallions Nursery Stakes (Class 2 Handicap)

(CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £51540 to the winning horse The second to receive £24170, the third £12090, the fourth £6040, the fifth £3020 and the sixth £1510. for two yrs old, which are E.B.F eligible Enter by noon, August 18th and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 22nd. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after August 12th, 2023, for each race won 6lb OR8Wellness has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner THE TRUSTEES OF THE EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have also kindly contributed £5000 towards the prize money for this race. The European Breeders’ Fund support 146 Flat races each year across Yorkshire; boosting prize money by over £450000 Each year, the British EBF contributes up to £2million to Flat and National Hunt racing nationwide This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of OR8WELLNESS. The sponsorship payment of £250 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 24 entries at £500 - Closed August 18th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £40630; Second £20320; Third £10160; Fourth £5080; Fifth £2540; Sixth £1270 Penalty Value: £51540 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 SS

For race details see page 81.

SEVENTH RACE 5.20 - The British EBF 40Th Anniversary Fillies’ Stakes (Class 2 Handicap) (Heritage Handicap) (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £51540 to the winning horse The second to receive £24170, the third £12090, the fourth £6040, the fifth £3020 and the sixth £1510. for three yrs old and upwards fillies and mares only, which are E.B.F eligible Enter by noon, August 18th and pay £500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. August 22nd. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after August 12th, 2023, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb NOTE: Any horse rated above 105 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb Subsequently the excess over 105 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried. THE EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND have kindly contributed £10000 towards the prize money for this race. The European Breeders’ Fund support 146 Flat races each year across Yorkshire; boosting prize money by over £450000 Each year, the British EBF contributes up to £2million to Flat and National Hunt racing nationwide This race forms part of a World Pool fixture. See tote.co.uk for more information. The BHA Department of Equine Regulation, Safety and Welfare will be performing pre-race examinations of all horses at this meeting. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of EUROPEAN BREEDERS’ FUND The sponsorship payment of £250 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. 25 entries at £500 - Closed August 18th, 2023. Owners Prize Money Winner £40630; Second £20320; Third £10160; Fourth £5080; Fifth £2540; Sixth £1270 Penalty Value: £51540 Weights raised 1lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable

For race details see page 87

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

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 jacket, collared shirt and tie. 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

Notes

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

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