A very warm welcome to one of the most famous days of our year, celebrating the 65th staging of the John Smith’s Cup as part of a big weekend of sport!
Every summer since 1960, racing fans have tried to solve this ultra-competitive handicap which is the richest 10f handicap in Britain. Everyone will have their own system for finding the winner, however Course & Distance form should always be respected, so Morhaba The Champ from the local yard of Kevin Ryan, or the Kubler team’s runner Astro King, should offer a strong interest in proceedings.
There are two tremendous Black Type races to enjoy, the Group 3 John Smith’s Silver Cup for stayers and the Listed John Smith’s City Walls for the sprinters. Again, a proven liking for the Knavesmire home straight will be demonstrated in the betting markets, expect to see Clarendon House who took the honours for Robert Cowell, when wining here in May, near the top of many lists for the feature sprint.
The support of everyone from John Smith’s, now and over all those decades, as well as your own backing today, sees the prize money this afternoon approach a record of over £460,000 - thank you for your support.
The entries for our big races at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival give us encouragement that many of the stars of the season, including some on show today, will return to the Knavesmire between Wednesday 21st and Saturday 24th August. Contenders in today’s races are shown by our logo next to their name. Seven of the eight runners in the Group 3 John Smith’s Silver Cup are entered in the Sky Bet Ebor, connections will hope to win today and then land the bulk of the £500,000 on Saturday 24th August. A number also retain the option of staying in Pattern company by having entered the Group 2 Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup, back here on Friday 23rd August.
This afternoon, we are proud to give racegoers a chance to explore the Southern End Development (see p18-19). The Roberto Pavilion with its fast-serve bar and fish&chip shop, the Churchill Tyres Lawn and Canopy, Reg Bond Gates, improved Theakston Bar, William Hill betting shop and toilets. We hope you enjoy these latest improvements to our facilities as we use them for the first time this month as part of a “soft launch” ahead of a more formal opening at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival next month. Do let us know your thoughts!
Listen to your choice of live bands before, during and even after racing, maybe try one of Chef Hannah’s patisserie cakes from the ground floor eateries in both of the Ebor and Knavesmire Stands. Or stand by the finish to feel as well as hear the thunder of hooves in the final furlong. However you spend your raceday, I hope you have a thoroughly enjoyable and successful one
For now, raise a toast to the John Smith’s Cup and keep a little in your glass in the hope of raising it again tomorrow evening to a victorious England team.
William Derby, Chief Executive and Clerk of the Course: York Racecourse
65th John Smith’s Cup Day
PROGRAMME OF EVENTS
York Racecourse wishes to express its thanks to this afternoon’s sponsor.
2.00pm The John Smith’s Racing Stakes (Handicap) - 1m
Pages 25-28
2.35pm The John Smith’s City Walls Stakes (Listed Race) - 5f
Pages 35-37
3.10pm The 65th John Smith’s Cup (Heritage Handicap) - 1m 2f
Pages 41-45
3.45pm The John Smith’s Silver Cup Stakes (Group 3) - 1m 6f
Pages 51-53
4.15pm The John Smith’s Nursery Stakes (Handicap) - 6f
Pages 57-60
4.50pm The John Smith’s Stayers’ Stakes (Handicap) - 2m
Pages 65-69
5.25pm The John Smith’s Sprint Stakes (Handicap) - 6f
Pages 71-74
All races covered by Races 1,2,3 & 4 covered by
A G IDE T PL CES
T EAT & DRIN
ROBERTO PAVILION
Fast-serve bar, Pimms, plus Fish & Chip Shop
THEAKSTON BAR
All your Theakston favourites including Ebor IPA @£6.20 a pint
Good food to go is just next door
ROBERTO LAWN AND BAR
Offering champagne by the glass and a decking area plus a full bar
SPECIALIST FOOD
A series of counters and mobile units such as fish & chips, Yorkshire beefburgers, pizza, hog roast, Ged Bell's Yorkshire Pork Pies, Asian and Mexican street food and vegetarian/ vegan options.
County Stand
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" & Picnic Platters.
EBOR STAND
4 bars & 2 buffets spread over Ground, floors. Try Eat Between Our Races, which ground floor serving sandwiches & scrumm the collection point for the County Stand
ECLIPSE RESTAURANT (5TH
An informal hot food option and home advanced book packages.
DANTE SUITE
County Stand bar with tote, toilets, seating, music stage
We hope we have somewhere to cater for all tastes and Cryer and Stott for cheese). You may notice that our sandwich 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 £40.25. Afternoon Tea offered for £19.50.
The Edwardian Weighing Room a popular bar is joined by the new Wine & Cheese offer, with fourteen wines by the glass, selected cheeses & charcuterie platters.
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 hoped for arrival of summer with a jug of Pimm’s, visit the The Flying Frankie Pub serving our guest ale, Ebor IPA @£6.20.
The Princess Mary Bar (near County Stand entrance). Buzzy café serving seafood platters and sandwiches. Lanson Champagne by the glass.
Try Eat Between Our Races bistro, which is on the ground floor serving pulled meat/veggie, hot and cold sandwiches (vegan options) salads, as well as patisserie cakes. Also the collection point for the County Stand picnic platters.
The Moët Champagne Pavilion & 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 champagnes vintage wines, premium beers.
ALCOHOL RACE
OURT hot/cold offee
HOL FREE VIEWING
PREMIERRACINGLOUNGE
A reserved lounge with allocated seats. Sold out this afternoon, visit yorkracecourse.co.uk for future days
seating, track view and FLOOR) home to our popular
GIMCRACK RESTAURANT
(1st Floor)
Main County Stand dining room, luxury three-course meal for £40.25 & Afternoon Tea @ £19.50.
VEUVE CLICQUOT CHAMPAGNE BAR
EDWARDIAN WEIGHING ROOM
Heritage over a craft ale Wine & Cheese Bar, platters of local cheeses & charcuterie accompanied by a choice of 14 wines.
PRINCESS MARY SEAFOOD BAR
Enjoy a sustaining seafood or salad perhaps accompanied by a glass of chilled Lanson Champagne.
MELROSE CLUB LOUNGE
Great views of racing, Yorkshire platter, and an account bar Sold out this afternoon, 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, visit yorkracecourse.co.uk for future days
MOËT PAVILION & ROOF TERRACE
Plenty of fizz plus wines and premium beers to accompany that view upstairs
JOHN CARR TERRACE
Georgian stand with modern canopy; featuring The Flying Frankie pub serving our guest ale, Ebor IPA @£6.20 + wider bars and Striped Pig's hot treats or the new York Philly sandwiches.
COUNTY STAND GRANDSTAND & PADDOCK
FOOD & DRINK FREE ZONES
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 sandwich packaging is biodegradable and that we recycle 10 tonnes of glass on a entioned below requires pre-booking although many are popular at busy times so know how we can keep improving.
Grandstand & Paddock
York Kitchen & Café offers a range of hot meals, including deep-filled Yorkshire puddings, vegetarian option, as well as sandwiches and Powersalad. This is also the Collection Point for Grandstand & Paddock Picnic Platters.
The Roberto Bar with its giant outdoor screen. House Champagne is available here at by the glass.
The improved Theakston Bar offers a range of favourites, including the Ebor IPA @£6.20. The good food to go next door offers hot and cold treats. The new Fish & Chip Shop offers freshly cooked delights from the East Coast.
If the weather plays its part then visit the Knavesmire Courtyard, 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, Asian Street Food, Whitby scampi, fish & chips and specialist coffees. If the sun comes out, or just as a treat, try our locally produced luxury ice creams.
Clocktower Enclosure
Has a range of units selling hot and cold items, sweets and ice cream.
ound, First & Fifth which is on the scrummy cakes. Also Stand picnic platters.
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR VISIT
CHAMPAGNE OF THE MEETING
TRIPS TO THE START
Racegoers are invited to join our expert guide for register for this free trip or to find out more, see our guide by the thatched hut near the Winner’s Enclosure before 12.00 noon 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. Don’t forget our YorkMix Family Sunday on September 8th, Featuring the 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 ticket (£15 on the day).
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.
NEED A QUIET MOMENT?
Need a quiet moment? Try the new “sunflower benches” there is one in each enclosure, or the quiet zone in the lift lobby of Knavesmire Stand first floor, or seek out one of chaplains, they offer a friendly ear and can find a quiet spot for a chat.
WIMBLEDON
Coverage of Wimbledon on selected televisions on stands side.
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.
ENCLOSURE TRANSFERS
Simply pay the difference between your admission price and the price point below.
County Stand full price: £55
Grandstand & Paddock full price: £34
Transfers are available from the Racecourse Office.
RETAIL THERAPY
Feel in need of some retail therapy? Why not visit one of our retail partners. Blue Rider Gallery - equestrian art specialists. (opposite the Princess Mary bar)
Conversation Pieces - equestrian prints, as well as Darcy & Wolf (by entrance to Gimcrack Stand)
360° SELFIE
Check out this free service, on the stage by the Melrose Stand.
DISABLED RACEGOERS
Facilities such as disabled toilets and viewing platforms for racing 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 and after the concert. 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 (Knavesmire Stand ground floor and front of Melrose Stand and reopened next to the Theakston Bar) offer 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 90 minutes 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.
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.
L Al
Basti Owner & Founder
Malih
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 (2019-2024) WITH RUNNERS:
W HAGGAS (36 wins from 208 runners, 17%) runs ELNAJMM (2.00), KINGFISHER KING and REMAADD (3.10), KLONDIKE (3.45).
R FAHEY (29 wins from 440 runners, 7%) runs STONE SOLDIER and SAILTHISSHIPALONE (2.00), DEATH OR GLORY and TUSCAN POINT and MRBLUESKY (4.15), ROCK OPERA (5.25).
D O’MEARA (25 wins from 377 runners, 7%) runs RHOSCOLYN and BLUE FOR YOU (2.00), MACHETE and EPIC POET (3.10), CHURCHELLA (4.50).
K RYAN (25 wins from 302 runners, 8%) runs WE NEVER STOP (2.35), MARHABA THE CHAMP (3.10), EAST TYRONE (4.15).
T EASTERBY (23 wins from 484 runners, 5%) runs AUSTRIAN THEORY and YERMANTHERE (2.00), PERFIDIA (4.15), ZIMMERMAN (4.50), DANZAN and MATTICE and GLENDOWN and SPIRIT OF APPLAUSE (5.25).
Trainers In Form
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
A BALDING (11 wins from 60 runners, 18%) runs ALSAKIB (3.45).
W HAGGAS (10 wins from 41 runners, 24%) runners listed above.
K R BURKE (10 wins from 46 runners, 22%) runs CUBAN TIGER (2.00), KORKER (2.35), LIBERTY LANE (3.10), AL QAREEM (3.45), TRIPLE CHARGED (4.15).
G M LYONS (9 wins from 28 runners, 32%) runs YEFIMENKO (2.35).
R BECKETT (9 wins from 44 runners, 20%) runs STARLUST (2.35), SALT BAY (3.45).
Top Course Jockeys
LEADING JOCKEYS AT YORK (2019-2024) WITH RIDES:
DANIEL TUDHOPE (33 wins from 276 rides, 12%) rides BLUE FOR YOU (2.00), ROGUE LIGHTNING (2.35), EPIC POET (3.10), WISE EAGLE (3.45), CALL ME HARSWELL (4.15), CHURCHELLA (4.50), MAXI BOY (5.25).
PAUL MULRENNAN (10 wins from 131 rides, 8%) rides NORTHERN EXPRESS (2.00), KIHAVAH (3.10), THE FLYING SEAGULL (4.15), LETSBEFRANK (4.50), SIBYL CHARM (5.25).
P J MCDONALD (9 wins from 109 rides, 8%) rides YERMANTHERE (2.00), CLARENDON HOUSE (2.35), BOTANICAL (3.10), ALSAKIB (3.45), ALASHOS (4.15).
ROWAN SCOTT (9 wins from 112 rides, 8%) rides RHYTHM MASTER (2.00), FLYING FRONTIER (3.10), GO ON ROSIE (4.15), KING OF UNICORNS (4.50), BELLA KOPELLA (5.25).
OISIN ORR (8 wins from 94 rides, 9%) rides STONE SOLDIER (2.00), KINGFISHER KING (3.10), TUSCAN POINT (4.15), ROCK OPERA (5.25).
Jockeys In Form
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
DANIEL TUDHOPE (7 wins from 31 rides, 23%) rides listed above.
BILLY GARRITTY (6 wins from 24 rides, 25%) rides RON O (2.00), KILLYBEGS WARRIOR (3.10), MRBLUESKY (4.15), DANZAN (5.25).
ASSISTANT HEAD GROUNDSMAN, FRIEND York Racecourse lost one its best last week, R.I.P Kev, you will be much missed.
Medical Officers
DR ROS RODEN
DR BRUCE MCLAIN
DR JOHN ADAMS
DR CHRIS HARDING
DR ELIZABETH KIDGER Veterinary Surgeons
GEMMA DRANSFIELD
POL ABRIL
BRIAN REED
Betting Ring Managers
MARK RYAN
MALCOLM HART
CLIFF MORRISSEY Farrier
HOWARD PICKERSGILL
Designated Safeguarding Leads
SARAH CULSHAW
ANTHEA LEIGH
How to Read the Racecard
colour graphic
horse’s saddlecloth number
horse’s name No. of days since last ran
1 Mostahdaf
(IRE) (63)
A symbol here denotes the horse holds an entry at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival21st-24th August
Br h Frankel - Handassa
Owner: Shadwell Estate Company Ltd
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket
Barons Selection
5 9-8 (60.8) (3)
Jockey: Frankie Detorri
Form: 610-141 D
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Ltd
Has won nine races from 7f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather A winner in the Group 1 Prince Of Wales’s Stakes at Ascot over 1m 2f on his latest outing in June, beating Luxembourg by 4l. A leading contender on the back of that. Official BHA Rating 128 SP: 11-4
colour of horse
form guide
B = bay
Br = brown
Ch = chesnut
Gr = grey
Ro = roan
Official BHA Ratings
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.
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ESSENTIAL RACING PHRASES FOR THE BEGINNER
It could be easy to be put off by the weird and wonderful words and phrases banded around the racecourse, but in fact, its all part of the fun.
Like a tourist in a foreign country, the novice racegoer soon picks up enough of the language to get by, and then rapidly becomes fluent. The following terms will provide any newcomer, keen to enhance their language skills, with just enough of the jargon to sound like a ‘local’:
RACING SPEAK
ENGLISH
ALLOWANCE: The weight concession the horse is given to compensate for its rider’s inexperience.
AMATEUR: .............................(Rider) on racecards, their names are usually prefixed by Mr, Mrs, etc. To indicate their amateur licence holder status.
ANTE-POST:..........................
APPRENTICE:........................
Betting (usually for the most important races) days or even months before the race is due to take place.
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.
CLERK OF THE SCALES:....Key in the delivery of a successful racing operation, Claudia Marelli is in charge of things today.
COLOURS:..............................The racing silks worn by the jockeys.
COLT: ......................................Male, ungelded horse, up to four years old.
CONNECTIONS:....................The owner and trainer of a racehorse
COURSE SPECIALIST: Horse which tends to run well at a particular course DAM: Mother of a horse
DISTANCE:.............................The length of a race.
DISTANCE, THE: ...................An unmarked point 240 yards from the winning post.
DRAW: ....................................Describes a horse’s position in the starting stalls, drawn two days before a flat race
EACH-WAY: A bookmaker taking each way bets will display the terms on which he/she accepts such bets on the top of his/her board. This is a bet for your selection to win or be placed.
FILLY: Female horse up to four years old.
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).
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. Di Clark is in the hot seat this afternoon.
JUVENILE:
Two-year old horse All horses in the 4.15pm race today.
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.
Regular visitors to the Knavesmire will have seen the ongoing investment in the facilities for horses, participants and racegoers at York. This commitment to improve the experience of racing at York continues with the focus being the area that lies to the south of the Knavesmire Stand and behind the Bustardthorpe Stand.
From today, you can see a multi-million pound project that improves this area for Grandstand & Paddock racegoers, it is now open for you to enjoy. We’d value your feedback, as with any new development it should come on for the run.
The Roberto Pavilion provides a fast-serve bar, a fish & chip shop and a cocktail/Pimms bar. As well as, tote & William Hill outlets.
The Churchill Tyres Lawn and Canopy should be a great spot to relax and enjoy the food outlets and improved Theakston Bar that will flank it. A state of the art William Hill betting shop has reopened, with a new block of toilets.
In keeping with the Green Knavesmire 300 commitment, a host of sustainability features have been embedded; a living roof, rainwater harvesting and solar panels being examples.
THE HIGHLIGHTS ARE:
• Refurbishing the structure of the 1913 Bustardthorpe Stand viewing steppings.
• A new, single storey, fast serve Roberto Pavilion that includes a fast- serve bar, a fish & chip shop as well as a Pimms/Cocktail bar.
• Replacing and extending the existing single-storey extension to the rear of the Bustardthorpe Stand creating a new, bigger Theakston Bar and William Hill betting shop.
• 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 that remember owner-breeder, Reg Bond and improved accessibility.
• Sustainability embedded into the development such as solar panels, green roofs and sustainable water provision, as the venue delivers on its Green Knavesmire 300 pledge.
The project is a little ahead of its scheduled Official Opening at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival, but we wanted you to try it today.
Current view of the Roberto Pavillion
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. We are also pleased to recognise the sunflower lanyard scheme.
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 accessible 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 a member of the team and they will radio to arrange your collection.. 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. Considerately piloted mobility scooters are permitted.
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 accessible 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.
Can I bring my assistance dog?
Of course, as the tribute to Grady demonstrates, registered assistance dogs are most welcome.
There was one more thing?
Please ask, we are keen to help wherever we can, appreciating our racegoers may face a range of challenges.
Examples of viewing platforms both around the Parade Ring and trackside
RACING RUBIK ROWS
Work out the common racing thread of these words. There are four categories, can you get them all? There is a perfect answer using all 16 names, without repetition.
MUSTAJEER
SUN PRINCESS
JOHNNY DRAMA
EXPERT EYE
ANMAAT
MUTUAL REGARD
CIRCUS PLUME
ABSURDE
KINROSS
ROSEATE TERN
HELLENIC
SONNYBOYLISTON
FA-EQ
PRIDE OF AMERICA
HIDDEN MEADOW
SINJAARI
CROSSWORD
Can you work out today’s crossword from the clues related to today’s runners?
The first of several competitive handicaps. Such races are designed for close competition so, 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.
This one is for 3yo+ horses run over 1 mile, with Northern Express at the top of the scale
The high handicap rating band of 86-105 means that it will attract some smart types (like for Test cricketers a score of over 100 denotes a top performer).
Why not visit the Parade Ring to see them up close before making your final selection.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: BLUE FOR YOU
Trainer: David O’Meara
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Age/Weight: 5-10-2
Runners: 11 SP: 7/2
Despite dwelling at the start, Blue For You made up good ground to reel in his rivals and land the prize by three lengths.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
Racing Post Standard Time: 1m 35.60s
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 (19-24): W Haggas (36 wins from 208 runners, 17%) runs ELNAJMM Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (10 wins from 46 runners, 22%) runs CUBAN TIGER
Weightwatcher: AUSTRIAN THEORY won off a handicap mark of 94, his rating is now down 7lb to 87.
Fancy That: D O’Meara won this race in 2015, 2019 and 2023. The stable runs BLUE FOR YOU and RHOSCOLYN today.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 11th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Blue For You has been out of luck so far this term but David O’Meara’s gelding is now 4lb lower than when landing the corresponding race 12 months ago, and he must feature prominently in calculations. La Trinidad won this in 2021 and his recent Redcar victory suggests another bold showing is likely. The unexposed ELNAJMM was a commanding winner on his handicap bow last month, though, and given that he ought to improve further, a 10lb hike might not be enough to prevent him from going in again.
The John Smith’s Racing Stakes
1 Northern
Express (IRE) (23)
Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Hint of A Tint (IRE)
Owner: Sekura Group
Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington
Distance: 1m
Race Type: Handicap (86-105)
Prize Money: £45,000 Age: 3+
Stalls: Inside Rail
6 10-2 (64.4) (13)
Jockey: Paul Mulrennan
Form: 02-5025 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 6l behind English Oak when fifth of 26 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 7f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 102 SP: 12-1
2
Rhoscolyn (GB) (23)
B g Territories (IRE) - Zeyran (IRE)
Owner: The Horse Watchers
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
6 10-1 (64.0) (3)
Jockey: Ben Robinson
Form: 540610 D
Breeder: Mrs J. E. Laws
Has won eight races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to heavy Beaten 10l behind English Oak at 33-1 when 13th of 26 on his latest outing at Ascot over 7f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 101 SP: 33-1
3 La Trinidad (GB) (22)
B g Bated Breath - High Drama (IRE)
Owner: Mrs D. W. Davenport
Trainer: Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton
(61.7) (9)
Jockey: David Nolan
Form: 320-051 CD
Breeder: Exors of the Late Mr O. J. Williams
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground. Won on his latest outing when 5-1jt-fav at Redcar over 1m (good to firm) last month, beating Akkadian Thunder by 1l.
Official BHA Rating 96 SP: 11-1
4
Elnajmm (GB) (16)
4 9-10 (61.7) (14)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Muneyra Jockey: Richard Kingscote
Owner: Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
Form: 2/221-1 D Breeder: Godolphin
Successful at 1m and 1m 1f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Won on his latest outing when 7-4fav at Newcastle over 1m last month, beating Catch The Paddy by 2 3/4l.
Official BHA Rating 96 SP: 4-1
5 Rhythm Master (IRE) (302)
6 9-10 (61.7) (1)
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Pastoral Girl Jockey: Rowan Scott
Owner: Tom Goodair & Jimmy Kay
Trainer: Geoffrey Harker, Thirsk
Form: 26/2005Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud
Successful at 6f and 7f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago Finished 3 1/2l behind Baradar when fifth of 12 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (soft) in September last year Having his first run for a new stable today. Official BHA Rating 96 SP: 80-1
6
Ron O (GB) (29)
Ch g Toronado (IRE) - Xaloc (IRE)
Owner: Mr Ray Craggs
Trainer: Ray Craggs, Sedgefield
9-9 (61.2) (16)
Jockey: Billy Garritty
035011 C D
Mr M. J. Rozenbroek
Has won nine races from 7f to 1m 2f on good to firm and good to soft ground and on the all-weather A winner at 28-1 here over 1m 2f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Have Secret by 2l. Has also won at Redcar this season.
Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 14-1
7
Empirestateofmind (IRE) (287)
B g Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Adore
Owner: Mr Ross Harmon
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
(2)
Jockey: James Sullivan
Form: 005303- D
Winner of five races at 1m on ground varying from good to soft, but last win was over two years ago Third of 12 behind Sparks Fly beaten 6l at 17-2 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m (heavy) in September last year.
BHA Rating 95 SP: 14-1
Blue For You (IRE) (24)
Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Love In The Sun (IRE)
Owner: Alderson Burke Francis
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Form: 000-400 CD
Breeder: Moyglare Stud Farm
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 12l behind Wild Tiger at 28-1 when 21st of 29 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 8-1
9
Imperial Fighter (IRE) (28)
B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Endure (IRE)
Owner: Jim and Claire Ltd and Jon & Kay Collins
Trainer: Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn
5 9-6 (59.9) (6)
Jockey: Saffie Osborne
Form: 5004-00
Breeder: Lynn Lodge Stud
A winner at 7f on soft ground, but that win was over three years ago Beaten 9l behind Two Tempting at 50-1 when 12th of 15 on his latest outing at Sandown over 1m (good to soft) last month.
Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 50-1
10
Brunch (GB) (16)
B g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Granola
Owner: Mrs F. Denniff
Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington
7 9-6 (59.9) (11)
Jockey: Daniel Muscutt
Form: 6300-46 CD
Breeder: Denniff Farms Ltd
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over three years ago
Finished 11l behind Elnajmm when sixth of 12 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m last month.
Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 14-1
11
Telemark (IRE) (27)
Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Terzetto (IRE)
Owner: Rabbah Racing
Jockey: Jack Mitchell
Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket Form: 315-01
Breeder: Godolphin
Successful twice at 7f on good to soft and soft ground. A winner at 11-2 at Thirsk over 7f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Longhaired General by 1l.
Official BHA Rating 97
12 Stone Soldier (GB) (28)
Ch g Mayson - La Adelita (IRE)
Owner: The Cool Silk Partnership
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
15-2
Oisin Orr
Breeder: Laundry Cottage Stud Farm
Has won eight races from 6f to 1m on good and soft ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago Finished 1l behind Tolstoy when fourth of 17 at 25-1 on his latest outing here over 7f (good to soft) last month.
Official BHA Rating 87
13 Austrian Theory (IRE) (16)
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Cedar Sea (IRE)
Owner: The Wolf Pack 2 and Partner
16-1
9-1 (57.6) (15)
Jockey: Sean Kirrane
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Form: 0045-03 D
Breeder: Epona Bloodstock Ltd and P.A Byrne
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm ground. Third of 12 behind Elnajmm beaten 4l at 50-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m last month. Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 25-1
14
Cuban Tiger (GB) (23)
B c Havana Grey - Shirley’s Kitten (USA)
Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
(5)
Jockey: Sam James
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn Form: 121050 D Breeder: Christopher Liesack
Successful at 6f and 1m on the all-weather Beaten 15l behind Mickley at 50-1 when 22nd of 29 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 40-1
15 Yermanthere (IRE) (14)
Ch g Fast Company (IRE) - Fast Jazz (IRE)
Owner: Mr Ian Hamilton & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
(10)
Jockey: P. J. McDonald
Form: 0130-00
Breeder: Kilnamoragh Stud
Successful twice at 7f on soft and yielding - soft ground. Beaten 14l behind Make Me King at 50-1 when last of 11 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 7f last month.
Official BHA Rating 86
16
Sailthisshipalone (GB) (28)
B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Liberisque
Owner: Ontoawinner 8
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
(4)
Jockey: Cam Hardie
Form: 43162-6
Breeder: Andrew Bengough & Partners
A winner at 7f on good ground. Finished 4l behind Love Billy Boy when sixth of 13 at 20-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 1m (soft) last month.
Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 25-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 16 ..........................................................................................(EXACTA)
Visor worn by No 7, 8. Tongue Strap worn by No 2, 11. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 7. STEWARDS NOTE
CUBAN TIGER: Following its run on 20/6/2024 it was reported that the horse would prefer a slower surface. PROBABLE S.P.’S
4-1 Elnajmm (GB), 15-2 Telemark (IRE), 8-1 Blue For You (IRE), 11-1 La Trinidad (GB), 12-1 Northern Express (IRE), 14-1 Ron O (GB), Empirestateofmind (IRE), Brunch (GB), 16-1 Stone Soldier (GB), 25-1 Austrian Theory (IRE), Sailthisshipalone (GB), 33-1 Rhoscolyn (GB), 40-1 Cuban Tiger (GB), 50-1 Imperial Fighter (IRE), 80-1 Rhythm Master (IRE), 100-1 Yermanthere (IRE)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Sam Evans, Customer Development Director North West, Heineken UK Ltd.
John Smith’s have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.
SOCIAL MEDIA
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AUGUST CALENDAR
With the first stage of entries received for the feature races at the
21 Wednesday
Things to do: Win a race that has twice been best
in the world
Thirty seven of the best middle distance horses are currently entered in the £1.25m Juddmonte International An intriguing list of hopefuls is made all the more interesting by the entry of Japanese St Leger winner, Durezza, owned by Carrot Farm Co Syndicate and trained by Tomohito Ozeki. It would be a first European excursion for the team and they will be hoping to go one better than Zenno Rob Roy, who finished second nearly twenty years ago after making the 25,000-mile round trip. France and Germany could be well represented with the likes of Horizon Dore and Zarakem, who were last seen finishing placed in the Group One Prince Of Wales’s Stakes at Royal Ascot. Epsom Derby and Sandown Eclipse winner City Of Troy would likely be the chief hope of the Emerald Isle for Aidan O’Brien, he heads eleven potential runners from across the Irish Sea. Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai winner Economics hasn’t been seen on a racecourse since his emphatic triumph back in May, he would be a popular runner for William Haggas, if he decided to take up this engagement.
Become the sixteenth colt to win Sky Bet Great Voltigeur and Betfred
St Leger
Fifteen colts have done the double and this year’s list of entries provides plenty of hope that 2024 could see number increase to sixteen, following Continuous’s success last year. Illinois looks to be the leading hope after he won the Queen’s Vase at Royal Ascot, he would be charting a similar path to the 2023 winner. Ambiente Friendly chased home City Of Troy in the Epsom Derby and then ran well again in the Irish equivalent, quicker ground may be the key should he come here. Charlie Appleby could be well represented with Ancient Wisdom and Arabian Crown. Locally owned Align The Stars will be hoping to give a big race win to Tony Farmer and trainer Charlie Johnston.
22 Thursday
Things to do: Prove to be one of the best fillies in Europe
The last time the race went over to mainland Europe was in 2012, when Shareta scored for Alain de Roger-Dupre, this year Les Bleus could have Melo Melo, in the colours of racings newest powerhouse, Wathnan Racing. She may not be alone, with Dare To Dream completing any potential French challenge for Gavin Hernon. Ballydoyle has had a strong grip on this race in recent years, winning three of the last four renewals. Port Fairy looks likely to lead the line after her Group Two victory in the Ribblesdale Stakes at Royal Ascot. In all, there are a dozen entries from the Emerald Isle, including from the likes of Willie Mullins, Jessica Harrington, Johnny Murtagh, Dermot Weld and Aidan’s son, Joseph. Bluestocking could be the one they all have to beat however, with Ralph Beckett’s four-year-old looking better than ever after winning the Group Two Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Middleton and the Group One Pretty Polly at the Curragh.
Sky Bet Ebor Festival, we mark your calendar.
23 Friday
Things
to
do: Be the fastest
The international theme continues into our fastest race of the week. A first Czech trained runner could be on the cards for Miroslav Nieslanik, his runner Ponntos has been in fine form this season. Australian revelation and Group One King Charles III winner, Asfoora, could give Henry Dwyer a first winner on the Knavesmire. They could well have 2023 winner Live In The Dream to beat, with two four-time winners this century already. The White Rose is often well represented, with this year shaping up to be no different, as Tim Easterby and the Quinns both have strong looking hands a this stage.
Follow in the hooves of greats like Mill Reef or Rock of Gibraltar
North Yorkshire could be well represented in the G2 Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Gimcrack Stakes, with Royal Ascot winner, Shareholder, the pick of the entries for Karl Burke. He remains unbeaten in two starts and would likely take a lot of stopping should he turn up here Brian Meehan’s Rashbar sprung an 80/1 surprise at the same summer highlight but would be a much shorter price should he take up his engagement. Charlie Appleby has won two of the last ten renewals, so keep tabs on Shadow Of Light and Aomori City.
24 Saturday
Things
to do: Earn a place in the
folklore of the Knavesmire
That is the honour that awaits the victor of one of the toughest flat handicaps in the world and one of the richest in Europe, the £500,000 Sky Bet Ebor. The beauty of a handicap is that you can make a case for all twenty-two who finally make the stalls, never mind the full entry list. So, which to mention; Sky Bet Race To The Ebor winners seem a logical place to start. Harry Eustace named the Sky Bet Ebor as the target for Crystal Delight following his win in the Jorvik. Saturn bagged himself a free ticket after winning at the Curragh. Middle Earth looks set for Group company rather than a handicap, while Klondike impressed back in June. Whoever wins, they can look forward to a warmer November than is on offer in Yorkshire, as the Sky Bet Ebor winner now has a guaranteed start in the Lexus Melbourne Cup. Hopefully the above sets the scene for a twenty eight race festival where £100,000 is the lowest prize fund and the richest maiden race in the land, the British Stallion Studs EBF Convivial Maiden Stakes, or the richest nursery handicap in the Sky Bet Stakes, add to the cocktail of high fashion and high class sport.
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2nd Race 2.35
The John Smith’s City Walls Stakes
(Listed Race)
Five Furlongs (1,000 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 5f
Race Type: Listed
Prize Money: £70,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Centre
The John Smith’s City Walls is part of the Pattern pyramid which denotes the best contests, Listed (like this one), Group 3, Group 2 and Group 1.
At first principle, horses in such contests compete off a level weight, there is no handicap in operation. However, there are weight adjustments made for sex (Yeflemenko) and age (such as We Never Stop).To make for competition, additional weight is added if a horse has previously won at this level, hence the 9st 4lb burden of Clarendon House
If that is too brain-frying or you need someone to blame? Look at the Press Selections Board near the Winners Enclosure.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: NYMPHADORA
Trainer: Andrew Balding
Jockey: Jason Watson
Age/Weight: 4-8-10
Runners: 8 SP: 7/1
In contrast to our previous race, Nymphadora broke smartly under Jason Watson to take up the overall lead. She had to dig deep inside the final furlong and held off the challenge of Silky Wilkie to win.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
Racing Post Standard Time: 57.40s
Course Record: 55.90s by Battaash (23-Aug-19)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (19-24): K Ryan (25 wins from 302 runners, 8%) runs WE NEVER STOP Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (10 wins from 46 runners, 22%) runs KORKER Longest Traveller: YEFIMENKO trained by G M Lyons, Ireland.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 11th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Having all but refused to race in the Dash at Epsom last month, CLARENDON HOUSE was able to atone in a Listed race at Cork next time out. He was really impressive when scoring over C&D in May and is fancied to take all of the beating. Starlust failed to make an impact in the Commonwealth Cup last time but he can fare better in these calmer waters, while similar comments apply to Emaraaty Ana and Rogue Lightning.
CLARENDON HOUSE
2nd Race 2.35
The John Smith’s City Walls Stakes (Listed
Race)
1
Clarendon House (GB) (29)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Walaaa (IRE)
Owner: Middleham Park Racing VIII
Trainer: Robert Cowell, Newmarket
Distance: 5f
Race Type: Listed
Prize Money: £70,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Centre
6 9-4 (59.0) (2)
Form: 434101 CD
Breeder: D. R. Tucker
Has won nine races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from firm to good - yielding and on the all-weather Won on his latest outing when 2-1fav at Cork over 5f (good - yielding) last month, beating Erosandpsyche by 2 3/4l. Has also won at York this season. Official BHA Rating 111 SP: 2-1
2 Democracy Dilemma (IRE) (35)
B g Cotai Glory - Majestic Alexander (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay
Trainer: Robert Cowell, Newmarket
4 9-1 (57.6) (7)
Form: 301226 D
Breeder: Mountarmstrong Stud
Winner of six races at 5f on ground varying from good to heavy and on the all-weather Finished 12l behind Believing when sixth of 8 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 104 SP: 14-1
3 Emaraaty Ana (GB) (25)
B g Shamardal (USA) - Spirit of Dubai (IRE)
Owner: Barratt Racing
Trainer: Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn
8 9-1 (57.6) (9)
Form: 31-5100 C D
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 6l behind Asfoora at 33-1 when eighth of 17 on his latest outing in the Group 1 King Charles III Stakes at Ascot over 5f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 108 SP: 17-2
4 Korker (IRE) (13)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Adaptation
Owner: Fine Claret Racing,Mrs Burke & Mr C Wood
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
5 9-1 (57.6) (6)
Form: 1-04030 CD
Breeder: Ballyhane Stud Ltd
Winner of six races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy Beaten 4 1/2l behind Amazon Lady at 10-1 when 10th of 16 on his latest outing at Curragh over 5f (good - yielding) last month.
Official BHA Rating 103 SP: 20-1
5 Rogue Lightning (IRE) (25)
B g Kodiac - Field of Stars
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: Tom Clover, Newmarket
4 9-1 (57.6) (3)
Form: 1115-60 D
Breeder: Airlie Stud & Mrs S. Rogers
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Beaten 8l behind Asfoora at 16-1 when 11th of 17 on his latest outing in the Group 1 King Charles III Stakes at Ascot over 5f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 110 SP: 6-1
6
Grandlad
(IRE) (22)
B c Acclamation - Tralong Bay (IRE)
Owner: Sleeve It Ltd
Trainer: James Horton, Newmarket
3 8-10 (55.3) (5)
Form: 241101 D
Breeder: Rathbarry Stud
He has won three times at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather A winner at 2-1 at Goodwood over 5f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Enchanting by 3l. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 88 SP: 66-1
7
Starlust (GB) (22) 3 8-10 (55.3) (8)
B or Br c Zoustar (AUS) - Beyond Desire
Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
Form: 3-23610 CD
Breeder: Branton Court Stud LLP
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 8l behind Inisherin at 9-1 when eighth of 14 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Commonwealth Cup at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 113 SP: 4-1
8 We Never Stop (IRE) (21) 3 8-10 (55.3) (1)
B c Cotai Glory - Deliziosa (IRE)
Owner: Mr B. T. McDonald
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Form: 100-501 D
Breeder: Padraig O’Reilly
Successful at 5f and 6f on good to firm ground. A winner at 10-3 at Redcar over 5f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Nazron by 3l. Official BHA Rating 91 SP: 50-1
P. J. McDonald
Jack Mitchell
Saffie Osborne Alex Santos
Sam James Alice Kettlewell
Daniel Tudhope Ali Zulfiqar
Richard Kingscote Frank Taliard
Hector Crouch O’Meara Rusike
Shane Gray Louise Akehurst
(IRE) (8)
B f Invincible Army (IRE) - Vitoria (IRE)
Owner: Sean Jones, David Spratt&Mrs Lynne Lyons
Trainer: G. M. Lyons, Ireland
Form: 21 D
Breeder: Mrs Maria Marron
Won on her latest outing when 1-5fav at Bellewstown over 5f (good) earlier this month, beating Emerald Harmony by 4l.
Official BHA Rating - SP: 9-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS
Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 8.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
Ms
2-1 Clarendon House (GB), 4-1 Starlust (GB), 6-1 Rogue Lightning (IRE), 17-2 Emaraaty Ana (GB), 9-1 Yefimenko (IRE), 14-1 Democracy Dilemma (IRE), 20-1 Korker (IRE), 50-1 We Never Stop (IRE), 66-1 Grandlad (IRE)
3rd £7532 4th £3752
1. Clarendon House, 5. Rogue Lightning, 7. Starlust all hold an entry in the Group One Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Friday 23rd August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Saturday 17th August for a stake of £40,000.
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Lee Gunton, Key Customer Manager, Heineken UK Ltd.
John Smith’s have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.
TREAT OF THE DAY
Siobhan Rutledge
Amy Collins
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John Smith’s Cup FACT FILE:
Distance 1m 2f 56y
Prize money £200,000
The John Smith’s Cup has been sponsored by John Smith’s Brewery since its inauguration in 1960, making it the longest running commercial sponsorship in flat racing.
WHAT WAS THE LARGEST FIELD?
The supersize stalls purchased in 2019 means a field of 22 today The smallest came in 1969 & 1982 when only six participants lined up
HAVE THERE BEEN ANY MULTIPLE WINNERS?
Prominent (‘71 & ‘72) and Chaumiere (‘85 & ‘86). Prominent was also third twice. Five others have won the race and been placed: Town And Country, Halkopous, Mr Confusion, Pasternak & Flying Clarets.
DOES SEX MATTER?
Yes, as only one mare, Flying Clarets (‘08), has won the race since Nortia was victorious in only the third running of the race This year none of the opposite sex will line up
IS AGE IMPORTANT?
Most definitely Only 6 six-year-olds and over have been successful - Raccolto (‘63), Farm Walk (‘68), My Swanee (‘69), Educate (‘16), Johnny Drama (21) and last years winner, Pride of America, maybe the tide is turning? 2020 winner, Sinjaari, 2017’s victor, Ballet Concert and 2022 winner Anmaat returned to trend by boosting the 4-y-o total, while the 2018 & 2019 winners, Euchen Glen and Pivoine, struck blows for the five-year-olds. Since 1978 the breakdown is as follows:
Three-year-olds - 14 (two dead-heated in 1987!)
Four-year-olds - 19
Five-year-olds - 11
Six-year-olds - 6
Seven-year-olds - 1
Flying Clarets
The late Major Dick Hern
LEADING TRAINERS?
Major Dick Hern won the race 6 times with Proud Chieftain, Nortia, Bold Pirate, Town And Country, Bedtime and Straight Man. Of the current crop of trainers Richard Fahey leads the way with three previous victories but the Musley Bank maestro is not represented this year William Haggas matched him after Sinjaari’s win behind closed doors in 2020, adding to Green Destiny in ‘11 and Danchai in ‘13 - Kingfisher King and Remaadd fly the Somerville Lodge flag today. Sir Michael Stoute also has two winners of the race to his name but this year is absent from the race
LEADING RIDER?
Geoff Baxter, Willie Carson and Tony Ives have each won the race three times but all are a longtime retired. None of those riding today find themselves on the roll of honour, so we will see a new name added to the list.
LONGEST WINNING DISTANCE?
Halkopous won by 7 lengths in 1991. The shortest followed a dead-heat between Brave Dancer and Wolsey in 1987. Both horses finished second but were placed first in the Stewards’ Room when Knockando was demoted due to interference.
WHO ARE THE SPONSORS?
HOW DO YORKSHIRE STABLES FIGURE?
Quite well in the early years of the millennium. Richard Fahey has won it three times (Vintage Premium (02), Charlie Tokyo (07) & Flying Clarets (08)) whilst David Barron (Sirvino (09)) and Karl Burke (Achilles (99)) have also added to the tally After a lean decade, Yorkshire is well represented in this year’s contest, with Karl Burke, Charlie Johnston, Adrian Keatley, David O’Meara and Kevin Ryan all saddling a runner in a bid for the 65th John Smith’s Cup
John Smith’s, based in Tadcaster, North Yorkshire has been the highest selling ale brand in the UK since the mid-1990s. John Smith’s Extra Smooth and Original are produced at Tadcaster, as well as a range of Heineken products including Kronenbourg 1664 and Newcastle Brown Ale. With a 3.8 million hectolitre capacity, the brewery is one of the largest in the country
Kevin Ryan
The 65th John Smith’s Cup
3rd Race 3.10
The 65th John Smith’s Cup (Heritage Handicap)
Trifecta Rollover Race
One Mile, About Two Furlongs (2,000 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m 2f
Race Type: Heritage
Prize Money: £200,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Inside Rail
A handicap by conditions but famous enough to have attracted some who were good enough to compete at the highest level. The quality and 64 previous stagings of this race, is further acknowledged as it categorised as a Heritage Handicap
If you crack this one, you’ll deserve to be toasted in the sponsor’s brew by your friends.
Take a hint by listening to our Punter’s Panel at 1.15pm in the Winner’s Enclosure; between them they have assessed a few such contests.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: PRIDE OF AMERICA
Trainer: Amy Murphy
Jockey: Frederick Larson
Age/Weight: 6-9-5
Runners: 18 SP: 18/1
Another thrilling renewal of the John Smith’s Cup saw Pride Of America come home the victor. Fewer than three lengths separated the first four home, but it was game son of American Post who claimed the illustrious prize.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
Racing Post Standard Time: 2m 8.20s
Course Record: 2m 5.29s by Sea The Stars (18-Aug-09)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (19-24): W Haggas (36 wins from 208 runners, 17%) runs KINGFISHER KING and REMAADD Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): W Haggas (10 wins from 41 runners, 24%) runs
and
Fancy That: A Balding won this race in 2019 and 2021. The stable runs today. Longest Traveller: TAKE HEART trained by J P Murtagh, Ireland.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 11th July.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
A wide-open contest and only a tentative vote can go to FLYING FRONTIER. James Tate’s charge chased home a couple of useful types at the end of last season and there was encouragement to be taken from his Sandown reappearance. The unexposed son of Farhh ought to relish the step back up in trip, while the likely strong pace will also suit. Runner-up in the Wolferton, Haunted Dream is of interest returned to handicaps, while Epic Poet, Enfjaar, Liberty Lane and Paradias are just a handful of others to consider FLYING FRONTIER
The 65th John Smith’s Cup (Heritage Handicap)
1
Astro King (IRE) (25)
B g Kingman - Astroglia (USA)
Owner: Capture The Moment, Carter & Lofthouse
Trainer: Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn
Distance: 1m 2f
Race Type: Heritage Handicap
Prize Money: £200,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Inside Rail
7 9-13 (63.0) (14)
Form: 16-0240 CD
Breeder: Niarchos Family
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 2f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Beaten 11l behind Israr at 12-1 when 9th of 15 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 111 (-2) SP: 25-1
2
Botanical (IRE) (25)
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Bloomfield (IRE)
Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket
4 9-9 (61.2) (6)
Form: 1231-10 CD BF
Breeder: John Connaughton
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to soft. Well beaten at 11-4jt-fav behind Israr when last of 15 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 107 SP: 14-1
3
Liberty Lane (IRE) (43)
B g Teofilo (IRE) - Cape Liberty (IRE)
Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
4 9-8 (60.8) (23)
Form: 410-010 BF
Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f on good and soft ground. Beaten 5l behind Bolster at 9-2fav when seventh of 13 on his latest outing at Epsom over 1m 2f (good to soft) in May. Official BHA Rating 106SP: 9-1
4
Haunted Dream (IRE) (25)
Gr g Oasis Dream - Red Halo (IRE)
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Trainer: H. A. Al Jehani, Qatar
5 9-6 (59.9) (24)
Form: 205242 D Breeder: High Rollers
Winner of five races from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 3 1/2l by Israr when second of 15 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 104 SP: 17-2
5 Killybegs Warrior (IRE) (29)
B c Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Alltherightmoves (IRE)
Owner: Mr M. Doyle
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
4 9-4 (59.0) (15)
Form: 3-26000 D
Breeder: Glashare House Stud
He has won three times from 7f to 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 10l behind Ron O at 20-1 when 11th of 17 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month.
Official BHA Rating 102 (-3) SP: 50-1
6
Penzance (GB)
Gr g Wootton Bassett - Iromea (IRE)
Owner: The Horse Watchers 5
(29) 4 9-2 (58.1) (3)
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham
Form: 11-1126 D
Breeder: Newsells Park Stud
He has won four times at 1m 2f on the all-weather Finished 7l behind Ron O when sixth of 17 at 14-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 100 (-1) SP: 33-1
7
Enfjaar
(IRE) (23)
9-1 (57.6) (1)
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Tesoro (IRE) (in 5lb ex)
Owner: Shadwell Estate Company Ltd
Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket
Form: 1/1006-1 D
Breeder: James Wigan
He has won three times from 7f to 1m 2f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather Won on his latest outing when 6-4fav at Chelmsford City over 1m 2f last month, beating Stay Well by 1 3/4l. Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success. Official BHA Rating 94 (+5) SP: 14-1
8
Dual Identity
(IRE) (7) 6 8-13 (56.7) (18)
B g Belardo (IRE) - Teide Lady
Owner: Kennet Valley Syndicates IV
Trainer: William Knight, Newmarket
Form: 00-5136 D
Breeder: Gerry Flannery Developments
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 2f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather Finished 2 1/2l behind Cicero’s Gift when sixth of 10 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Sandown over 1m (soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 97 (+1) SP: 22-1
Richard Kingscote Jan Kasecky
P. J. McDonald Ash Oogur
Sam James Leon Joughin
Daniel Muscutt Mark Flynn
Billy Garritty
Alistair Rawlinson Sharon Haigh
Jack Mitchell
Brandon Wilkie (5) Abdul Kalam
9
Kihavah
(GB) (25) 7 8-13 (56.7) (19)
Ch g Harbour Watch (IRE) - Roheryn (IRE)
Owner: JAB
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
Form: 12-0420 C
Breeder: The Roheryn Partnership
He has won four times from 1m 4f to 1m 5f on good to firm and good ground; has also won three hurdles. Beaten 5l behind Belloccio at 50-1 when 9th of 16 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 25-1
10 Epic Poet (IRE)
(22) 5 8-13 (56.7) (22)
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Sagaciously (IRE)
Owner: Akela Thoroughbreds Limited
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Form: 2/600-62 D
Breeder: George Kent
He has won three times from 1m 1f to 1m 2f on good to soft ground, but last win was over two years ago Beaten 2 1/4l by Crystal Black when second of 19 at 25-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 97 (+3) SP: 10-1
11 Kingfisher King (GB) (274)
Ch g Farhh - Queen Consort (USA)
Owner: Mr T. J. W. Bridge
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
4 8-12 (56.2) (8)
Form: 21234- D
Breeder: Culworth Grounds Farm
A winner at 1m 2f on good ground. Finished 11l behind Lordship when fourth of 11 at 11-2 on his latest outing here over 1m 6f (soft) in October last year
Official BHA Rating 96 SP: 33-1
12 Marhaba The Champ (GB) (22)
Ch g Galileo (IRE) - Lady of The Desert (USA)
Owner: Mr Jaber Abdullah
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
5 8-12 (56.2) (9)
Form: 6010-00 CD
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
He has won three times from 1m 1f to 1m 4f on good to firm and good to soft ground. Well beaten at 33-1 behind Crystal Black when last of 19 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 96 (-2) SP: 28-1
13
Box To Box (IRE) (28)
B g Kodiac - Alyaafel
Owner: The Running Order Partnership
Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas
5 8-12 (56.2) (20)
Form: 23-0222 D
Breeder: Randolf Stevens Limited
Winner of five races from 1m 2f to 1m 3f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Beaten 1l by Loyal Touch when second of 8 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Chester over 1m 2f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 96 (+1) SP: 16-1
14
Take Heart (IRE) (29)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Three Hearts (USA)
Owner: Team Valor International & Steven Rocco
Trainer: J. P. Murtagh, Ireland
4 8-12 (56.2) (21)
Form: 215-024 D
Breeder: Ridgemont Stud (Ltd)
Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good - yielding ground and on the all-weather Finished 1 1/2l behind La Dame Blanche when fourth of 10 at 3-1 on his latest outing at Cork over 1m 4f (good) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Official BHA Rating 96 SP: 14-1
15 Paradias (GER) (43)
B g Kodiac - Paraisa
Owner: Dodds-Smith, Farrell, Hodgson & Coupland
Trainer: Alan King, Barbury Castle
5 8-11 (55.8) (7)
Form: 15450-2 D
Breeder: Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof
Successful at 1m 1f and 1m 2f on good and good to soft ground; has also won a hurdle in November last year Beaten 3/4l by Bolster when second of 13 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Epsom over 1m 2f (good to soft) in May. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 25-1
16
Flying Frontier (GB) (28)
B c Farhh - Alaia (IRE)
Owner: Mr Saeed Manana
Trainer: James Tate, Newmarket
4 8-11 (55.8) (4)
Form: 11522-0 D
Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
Successful at 1m 1f and 1m 2f on good ground. Beaten 4l behind Two Tempting at 11-2 when eighth of 15 on his latest outing at Sandown over 1m (good to soft) last month.
Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 20-1
Paul Mulrennan
Daniel Tudhope
Oisin Orr Kanwaraj Singh
Shane Gray Emily Hobson
Connor Planas (3)
Ben Coen Ivanna Dempsey
George Wood Cheryl Binner
Rowan Scott Mr Martin Zarnovsky
17 Scampi (GB) (29)
B g Nayef (USA) - Preveza (FR)
Owner: RaceShare - Scampi
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
18
6 8-11 (55.8) (17)
Non-Runner (Vets Cert (Lame))
Form: 61064-0 C
Remaadd (IRE) (51)
B c Gleneagles (IRE) - Oojooba
Owner: Sheikh Ahmed Al Maktoum
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
19
Machete (FR) (14)
B g Myboycharlie (IRE) - Maid To Believe
Owner: Gallop Racing & Mr Gary Downes
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Br
Breeder: Porlock Vale Stud
SP: Non Runner
3 8-9 (54.9) (2)
Form: 213-35
Breeder: Godolphin
A winner at 1m on soft ground. Finished 6l behind Almaqam when fifth of 6 at 11-4 on his latest outing at Sandown over 1m (soft) in May. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time Official BHA Rating 103 SP: 25-1
5 8-9 (54.9) (13)
Form: 040-400
Breeder: Mr Rashit Shaykhutdinov-Viraz
He has won three times at 1m 1f on soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 7l behind Bint Al Daar at 10-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 93 (-3) SP: 50-1
20 Tony Montana (GB) (22)
B g Kingman - Mischief Making (USA)
Owner: Amo Racing Limited
Trainer: Michael Bell, Newmarket
4 8-9 (54.9) (10)
Form: 003-110 D
Breeder: Highclere Stud
He has won three times at 1m 2f on good ground. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Crystal Black when 18th of 19 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month. Has won at Windsor and Chester this season. Official BHA Rating 93 SP: 66-1
21 Loyal Touch (IRE) (14)
4 8-9 (54.9) (16)
B g No Nay Never (USA) - Devoted To You (IRE) (in 5lb ex)
Owner: TW Racing
Trainer: Charlie Johnston, Middleham
Form: 202015 D
Breeder: Barronstown Stud
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 2f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather Finished 4 1/2l behind Bystander when fifth of 10 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m 2f last month. Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success. Has won at Chester and Newcastle this season. Official BHA Rating 88 (+3) SP: 66-1
22
Euchen Glen (GB) (21)
11 8-9 (54.9) (5)
B g Authorized (IRE) - Jabbara (IRE) (in 5lb ex)
Owner: Mr W. M. Johnstone
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Form: 0-00241 CD
Breeder: W. M. Johnstone
Has won 13 races from 1m 2f to 2m on ground varying from good to firm to heavy A winner at 10-3 at Ayr over 1m 5f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Baileys Khelstar by 1/2l. Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success. Official BHA Rating 88 (+4) SP: 33-1
23
Crack Shot (IRE) (24)
B g Kingman - Twitch (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay
Trainer: Ed Walker, Upper Lambourn
4 8-8 (54.4)
(11)
Form: 510-140 BF
Breeder: Floors Farming & The Duke Of Devonshire
He has won three times at 1m on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 10l behind Wild Tiger at 11-2jt-fav when 17th of 29 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 92 (-1)
SP: 25-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 24 (EXACTA)
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 18. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 14
Hood worn by No 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 9. STEWARDS NOTE
LIBERTY LANE: Following its run on 31/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
17-2 Haunted Dream (IRE), 9-1 Liberty Lane (IRE), 10-1 Epic Poet (IRE), 14-1 Botanical (IRE), Enfjaar (IRE), Take Heart (IRE), 16-1 Box To Box (IRE), 20-1 Flying Frontier (GB), 22-1 Dual Identity (IRE), 25-1 Astro King (IRE), Kihavah (GB), Paradias (GER), Remaadd (IRE), Crack Shot (IRE), 28-1 Marhaba The Champ (GB), 33-1 Penzance (GB), Kingfisher King (GB), Euchen Glen (GB), 50-1 Killybegs Warrior (IRE), Machete (FR), 66-1 Tony Montana (GB), Loyal Touch (IRE)
Harry Davies Safid Alam
Joanna Mason
Hector Crouch Dave Evans
Joe Fanning
Cam Hardie Jennifer Burns
Saffie Osborne Hemendra Singh
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
1st £103080
3rd £24180
2nd £48340
4th £12080
TIME DISTANCES
THIRD RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Charlie Fryday, On Trade Customer Director North, Heineken UK Ltd.
John Smith’s have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race
The Bet365 Superlative Stakes (Group 2)
Last Seven Furlongs Of The Bunbury Mile (1,400 metres)
Distance: 7f
Race Type: Group Two
Prize Money: £100,000
No Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw
1 Ancient Truth (IRE) (21)
B c Dubawi (IRE) - Beyond Reason (IRE) (Australia)
Owner: Godolphin
(58.5) (2)
Jockey: William Buick
Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket Form: 11 CD
Breeder: Godolphin
Foaled 14 Apr Full brother to Great Truth, won twice at 6f and 7f Successful at 6f and 7f on good to firm ground. Won on his latest outing when 4-5fav over this course and distance (good to firm) last month, beating Invited by 1 3/4l. Has also won at Newmarket this season.
Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 2-1
2 Assertively (IRE) (6) 9-3 (58.5) (4)
B c Acclamation - Merci Layan (IRE) (Kodiac) Jockey: Clifford Lee
Owner: Mr J Laughton & Mrs E Burke
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn Form: 1462
Thomas Hassett
Foaled 6 Feb. A winner at 5f on soft ground. Beaten a short head by Tiego The First when second of 7 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Deauville over 7f (good) earlier this month.
Official BHA Rating 79
SP: 50-1
3 Columnist (GB) (25) 9-3 (58.5) (1)
B c Ardad (IRE) - Sand And Deliver (Royal Applause)
Owner: Wathnan Racing
Jockey: James Doyle
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Form: 13 Breeder: Peter Balding
Foaled 17 Mar Half-brother to Warrior’s Valley, won five times at 5f A winner at 6f on good to soft ground. Third of 22 behind Rashabar beaten a head at 50-1 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Coventry Stakes at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 103 SP: 7-2
4 Line of Force (IRE)
Ch c Calyx - Ligne d’Amour (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
Owner: Mr Zhang Yuesheng
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
(7)
9-3 (58.5) (8)
Jockey: Callum Rodriguez
Form: 11
Breeder: Yulong Investments (Australia) Pty
Foaled 1 Feb. Dam unraced. Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing when 4-11fav at Carlisle over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month, beating Bear Kode by 1 3/4l. Has also won at Ripon this season.
Official BHA Rating 87 SP: 12-1
5 Pap’s Turf (IRE) (25)
9-3 (58.5) (3)
B c Shaman (IRE) - Pirate Cove (IRE) (Lawman (FR)) Jockey: Neil Callan
Owner: Keatley Owners Group, Finneran & Moore
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
Form: 41 D Breeder: Mr Canice Farrell
Foaled 29 Mar Half-brother to Belle Belisa, won at 1m and 1m 1f A winner at 5-1 at Beverley over 7f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Footwork by 2 1/4l.
Official BHA Rating - SP: 66-1
6 Pentle Bay (IRE) (21)
(58.5) (6)
B c New Bay - My Wish (IRE) (Galileo (IRE)) Jockey: Billy Loughnane
Owner: Teme Valley & C Maher
Trainer: George Boughey, Newmarket
Form: 12 Breeder: Ringfort Stud Ltd
Foaled 2 Feb. Half-brother to Sweet Betsy, won twice at 1m 1f and 1m 4f A winner at 6f on good to soft ground. Beaten 10l by Bedtime Story when second of 15 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 7f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 9-1
7 Seagulls Eleven (IRE) (36) 9-3 (58.5) (9)
Ch c Galileo Gold - Thrilled (IRE) (Kodiac)
Owner: Two Plus Three Two Plus Four
Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas
Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Form: 21 D Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Foaled 29 Mar. Full brother to Fool’s Gold, won at 6f. Won on his latest outing when 2-1fav at Haydock over 7f (good to firm) last month, beating Green Storm by 2 1/4l.
Official BHA Rating - SP: 10-1
8
The Parthenon (IRE) (27)
B c Kingman - Wonder of Wonders (USA) (Kingmambo (USA)) Jockey: Ryan Moore
Owner: Mr D. Smith, Mrs J. Magnier, Mr M. Tabor
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
Foaled 3 Apr. Full brother to Buttons, won at 7f. Won on his latest outing when 4-11fav at Gowran Park over 7f (good) last month, beating Loch Tay by 3/4l.
Official BHA Rating -
9
Wimbledon Hawkeye (GB) (45)
(7)
B c Kameko (USA) - Eva Maria (Sea The Stars (IRE)) Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa
Owner: The Gredley Family
Trainer: James Owen, Newmarket Form: 1 D Breeder: Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd
Foaled 24 Feb. Dam won three times at 1m and 1m 2f. A winner at 28-1 at Kempton over 7f on his latest outing in May, beating Ingot by a neck.
Official BHA Rating -
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9............................................................................................(EXACTA)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 2.
PROBABLE S.P.’S 2-1 Ancient Truth (IRE), 7-2 Columnist (GB), 11-2 The Parthenon (IRE), 9-1 Pentle Bay (IRE), 10-1 Seagulls Eleven (IRE), 12-1 Line of Force (IRE), 22-1 Wimbledon Hawkeye (GB), 50-1 Assertively (IRE), 66-1 Pap’s Turf (IRE)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
1. Columnist holds an entry in the Group Two Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Gimcrack at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Friday 23rd August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Saturday 17th August for a stake of £20,000.
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Jockey: Sam James Trainer: K. R. Burke
Jockey: P. J. McDonald
Trainer: Andrew Balding
Jockey: Harry Davies
Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford
Jockey: Daniel Muscutt
Trainer: James Ferguson
Jockey: Richard Kingscote
Trainer: William Haggas
Jockey: Hector Crouch
Trainer: Ralph Beckett
Jockey: Ben Robinson Trainer: Brian Ellison
The John Smith’s Silver Cup (Group 3)
One Mile, About Six Furlongs (2,700 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
SALT BAY 4th Race 3.45
Distance: 1m 6f
Race Type: Group Three
Prize Money: £85,000
Age: 4+
Stalls: Inside Rail
Our fourth race flips back to those Pattern conditions, this time it is actually a step higher up in quality, being a Group 3.
This race is open to 4yo+ horses and is over a trip of 1 mile 6 furlongs. All that complicated stuff about reductions for being a filly or a penalty for having won at a good level still apply, only this year the field have made it easier for us by all being male and none having recently recorded a W at this level.
Remember the winner because previous victors have gone on to contest Australia’s best-known race, the Lexus Melbourne Cup, with seven of them today entered in the £500,000 Sky Bet Ebor, set for Saturday 24 August.
Need some help? Look further for the letter “C”, which shows that the horse has won at York or “D” which denotes a win over this distance; Klondike has both initials
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: HAMISH
Trainer: William Haggas
Jockey: Tom Marquand
Age/Weight: 7-9-3
Runners: 5 SP: 4/9F
Hamish looked to be well clear on ratings and despite a 3lb penalty, just did enough to hold off the persistent challenge of More Felons.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
Racing Post Standard Time: 2m 56.60s
Course Record: 2m 51.89s by Tuning (19-Aug-98)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (19-24): W Haggas (36 wins from 208 runners, 17%) runs KLONDIKE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): A Balding (11 wins from 60 runners, 18%) runs ALSAKIB Longest Traveller: SALT BAY trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 251 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 11th July.
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Klondike beat Salt Bay (second) by a short head in the Ebor Grand Cup over track and trip last month, but the latter arguably has more scope for improvement over this distance and could reverse the form. However, they could both be up against it to deny DEAUVILLE LEGEND the win. James Ferguson’s five-year-old took the Great Voltigeur here in 2022 and he produced a much better effort to finish third in the Fred Archer at Newmarket last time Al Qareem is another to note.
DEAUVILLE LEGEND
3.45
The John Smith’s Silver Cup (Group 3)
1 Al Qareem (IRE) (41)
B g Awtaad (IRE) - Moqla
Owner: Nick Bradley Racing 33, Burke & partner
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Distance: 1m 6f
Race Type: Group Three
Prize Money: £85,000
Age: 4+
Stalls: Inside Rail
5 9-0 (57.2) (5)
Form: 112-245 C
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m 7f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather Finished 5l behind Junko when fifth of 7 at 11-2 on his latest outing in the Group 2 Grand Prix de Chantilly at Chantilly over 1m 4f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 112 SP: 4-1
2
QAlsakib (GB) (25) 4 9-0 (57.2) (8)
Gr c Kingman - America Nova (FR)
Owner: Al Wasmiyah Stud
Trainer: Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Form: 110-634
Breeder: Al Wasmiyah Farm
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Finished 2 3/4l behind Belloccio when fourth of 16 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 105 SP: 5-1
3
Chesspiece (GB) (51)
B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Royal Solitaire (IRE)
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket
4 9-0 (57.2) (2)
Form: 1262-56 C
Breeder: Ammerland GmbH & Co KG
He has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good to firm and good to soft ground and on the all-weather Well beaten at 4-1 behind Sweet William when last of 6 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Chasemore Farm Henry II Stakes at Sandown over 2m (soft) in May. Official BHA Rating 108 SP: 14-1
4 Deauville Legend (IRE) (14)
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Soho Rose (IRE)
Owner: Mr Boniface Ho Ka Kui
Trainer: James Ferguson, Newmarket
5 9-0 (57.2) (4)
Form: 404-443 C
Breeder: G. B. Partnership
He has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 5f on good to firm and good ground. Third of 6 behind King Of Conquest beaten 5l at 9-2 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 107 SP: 14-1
5 Klondike (GB) (28)
B c Galileo (IRE) - Koora
Owner: Jonsson/Magnier/Tabor/Fittocks Stud
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
4 9-0 (57.2) (1)
Form: 1240-41 CD
Breeder: Fittocks Stud
Successful at 1m 3f and 1m 6f on good to soft and soft ground. Won on his latest outing when 3-1co-fav over this course and distance (good to soft) last month, beating Salt Bay by a short head. Official BHA Rating 110 SP: 3-1
6 Salt Bay (GER) (28)
Ch g Farhh - Saltita (IRE)
Owner: Valmont
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
4 9-0 (57.2) (3)
Form: 420-362
Breeder: Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof
A winner at 1m on good to soft ground. Beaten a short head by Klondike when second of 5 at 10-3 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 109 SP: 9-2
7
Tashkhan (IRE) (14)
B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Tarziyna (IRE)
Owner: Mr P. Boyle
Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton
6 9-0 (57.2) (7)
Form: 00133-0 D
Breeder: His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.
He has won four times from 1m 2f to 2m 3f on soft and heavy ground. Well beaten at 18-1 behind Onesmoothoperator when 19th of 20 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 2m last month.
Official BHA Rating 111 SP: 16-1
8 Wise Eagle (IRE) (35)
Ch g Free Eagle (IRE) - Best Be Careful (IRE)
Owner: The Seahouses Syndicate
Trainer: Adam Nicol, Seahouses
7 9-0 (57.2) (6)
Form: 1/120-00 D
Breeder: John Costello & Irish National Stud
Has won 11 races from 1m to 2m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather; has also won a NH flat race. Beaten 9l behind Iron Lion at 14-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Haydock over 1m 4f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 103 SP: 40-1
Sam James
P. J. McDonald Archie Burgess
Harry Davies
Daniel Muscutt Jackie Turner & Alyson West
Richard Kingscote Mohan Kamble
Hector Crouch Winston Lee
Ben Robinson Kayleigh Rayner
Daniel Tudhope Jennie Durrans
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 8............................................................................................(EXACTA)
Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 8. STEWARDS NOTE: CHESSPIECE: Following its run on 23/5/2024 it was reported that the horse stopped quickly TASHKHAN: Following its run on 29/6/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
3-1 Klondike (GB), 4-1 Al Qareem (IRE), 9-2 Salt Bay (GER), 5-1 Alsakib (GB), 14-1 Chesspiece (GB), Deauville Legend (IRE), 16-1 Tashkhan (IRE), 40-1 Wise Eagle (IRE)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
1st
3rd £9146
2. Alsakib, 3. Chesspiece, 4. Deauville Legend, 5. Klondike, 6. Salt Bay, 7. Tashkhan, 8. Wise Eagle hold an entry in the £500,00 Sky Bet Ebor at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Saturday 24th August. There is no supplementary stage for a handicap
2. Alsakib, 3. Chesspiece, 6. Salt Bay, 7. Tashkhan hold an entry in the Group Two Weatherbys Hamilton Lonsdale Cup at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Friday 23rd August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Saturday 17th August for a stake of £20,000.
FOURTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Jamie Hornsey, Customer Development Director Yorkshire and East Midlands, Heineken UK Ltd.
John Smith’s have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race
The John Smith’s Silver Cup (Group
3)
Hamish - Winner Of Last Year’s Race
B
B
B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Hadeeya (Oratorio (IRE))
John Guest Racing
B g Kingman - Annabelle’s Charm (IRE) (Indian Ridge)
Dr J. Walker
Charlie Johnston, Middleham
No Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Rakiza (IRE) (Elnadim (USA))
Owner: McLaren Horse Racing
Trainer: Charles Hills, Lambourn
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Kate The Great (Xaar)
Owner: Mr Salem Rashid Bin Ghadayer
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
B or Br g Tasleet - Likeable (Dalakhani (IRE))
Owner: Mr Khalifa Dasmal
Trainer: William Muir & Chris Grassick, Lambourn
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Prima Luce (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
Owner: Mrs Ros Marriott
Jennie Candlish, Leek
B g Siyouni (FR) - Kerila (FR) (Makfi) (in 6lb ex)
Akela Thoroughbreds Limited
David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
Ch g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Gilt Edge Girl (Monsieur Bond (IRE))
Mr J. Fyffe
Jim Goldie, Glasgow
B g Zelzal (FR) - Au Dessus (Siyouni (FR))
Owner: Bell, Lyons & James Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
19 Yorkshire (IRE) (30)
Kieran
S.A.S. Elevage Du Haras de Bourgeauville
8-12 (56.2) (13)
B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Totsiyah (IRE) (Dalakhani (IRE)) Jockey: David Allan
Owner: Clarendon Thoroughbred Racing
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
20 Abduction (FR) (6)
B g Acclamation - Perfect Day (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE))
Owner: Dab Hand Racing
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Form: 255-125 D BF
Breeder: Mr R. Kavanagh
6 8-11 (55.8) (7)
Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa
Form: 1-00300 D
Breeder: Skymarch Farm Inc & Ecurie Des Charmes
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 20 (EXACTA)
Tongue Strap worn first time by No 1. Hood worn by No 6. Blinkers worn by No 2, 9. Visor worn by No 5, 13, 16.
Tongue Strap worn by No 15, 19 Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 10, 15
STEWARDS NOTE: CARRYTHEONE: Following its run on 20/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run. ABDUCTION: Following its run on 7/7/2024 it was reported that the horse ran too freely PROBABLE S.P.’S
3. Carrytheone holds an entry in the Group 2 Sky Bet City Of York Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Saturday 24th August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Monday 19th August for a stake of £40,000.
The John Smith’s Nursery Stakes
Six Furlongs (1,200 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 6f Race Type:
Prize Money: £20,000 Age: 2
Stalls: Centre
A further handicap to solve, this time limited to 2yo’s and although they are the babies of the equine world their previous runs mean that they should all know what they are here to do The handicapper has judged The Flying Seagull as the best of a still inexperienced field.
More significantly, dedicated race watchers and bookmakers will be aware of them so perhaps look for a clue in the betting market.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: SPECIFIC TIMES
Trainer: Charlie Johnston
Jockey: Jason Hart
Age/Weight: 2-8-12
Runners: 12 SP: 11/1
Specific Times travelled strongly to make all under Jason Hart. They set excellent fractions and kicked clear to win by two lengths to Callianassa.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
Racing Post Standard Time: 1m 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 (19-24): R Fahey (29 wins from 440 runners, 7%) runs DEATH OR GLORY and MRBLUESKY and TUSCAN POINT
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (10 wins from 46 runners, 22%) runs TRIPLE CHARGED
Fancy That: K Ryan won this race in 2016 and 2018. The stable runs EAST TYRONE today.
Longest Travellers: OAKLEY BOY trained by S C Williams, SIR PALAMEDES trained by C Fellowes, ALASHOS trained by James Horton - all Newmarket, 163 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 11th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Alashos made every yard of the running to score by a neck at Lingfield earlier in the month and he should be competitive on his nursery debut off a mark of 75. However, the vote goes to TRIPLE CHARGED, who wasn’t disgraced in third behind Electrolyte on his penultimate start at Ayr and ran too bad to be true when well beaten at Hamilton last time. Karl Burke’s yard remains in great form and he looks the one to be on. Eighteen Fourteen and Perfidia are others to consider
The John Smith’s Nursery Stakes
1
The Flying Seagull (IRE) (14)
B c Kodiac - You’resobeautiful (IRE)
Owner: Two Plus Three Two Plus Four
Trainer: Hugo Palmer, Malpas
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Handicap (0-78)
Money: £20,000 Age: 2
Stalls: Centre
9-11 (62.1) (8)
Jockey: Paul Mulrennan
Form: 3621 D
Breeder: Lynch Bages Ltd
Foaled 28 Jan. Won on his latest outing when evens fav at Chester over 6f (good) last month, beating Blueandtangerine by 2 3/4l. Was also engaged to run at Chester on yesterday.
Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 11-2
2
Call Me Harswell (IRE) (35)
B or Br f Soldier’s Call - Libiamo (IRE)
Owner: Harswell Thoroughbred Racing I
(59.9) (9)
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Trainer: Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton Form: 3105
Breeder: Tara Stud
Foaled 5 Feb. A winner at 5f on good to soft ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Perfect Part when fifth of 13 at 14-1 on her latest outing at Beverley over 5f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 12-1
3
Triple Charged (IRE) (24)
B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Little Downs
Owner: Mrs Elaine M. Burke
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
9-6
(11)
Jockey: Sam James
Form: 430
Breeder: Yulong Investments (Australia) Pty
Foaled 11 Mar. Yet to place in three starts. Beaten 11l behind Shazani at 13-2 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 6f (good) last month.
Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 40-1
4 Alashos (FR) (11)
9-6 (59.9) (3)
B c Showcasing - Exceed Loose Jockey: P. J. McDonald
Owner: Hamdani Racing & Partner
Trainer: James Horton, Newmarket
Form: 021 D
Breeder: Scea Marmion Vauville, Ecurie Skymarc Fa
Foaled 12 Feb. Won on his latest outing when 11-8fav at Lingfield over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month, beating Twilight Ballet by a neck.
Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 7-1
5 Tuscan Point (IRE) (28)
B c Blue Point (IRE) - Tuscan Oasis (IRE)
Owner: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Jockey: Oisin Orr
Form: 550 Breeder: Corduff Stud
Foaled 5 Feb. Yet to place in three starts. Beaten 13l behind The Strikin Viking at 11-1 when eighth of 11 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time
BHA Rating 72
6
Eighteen Fourteen (IRE) (21)
B c Mehmas (IRE) - Dutch Treaty
Owner: Crystal Clear Racing 2
Trainer: Ollie Pears, Malton
Jockey: Cam Hardie
Form: 301 D
Breeder: Clara Stud
Foaled 25 Mar. A winner at 14-1 at Redcar over 6f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Qaseem by a head.
Official BHA Rating 71 SP: 10-1
7
Oakley Boy (GB) (17)
B c Mayson - Posy Fossil (USA)
Owner: Mr J. W. Parry
Trainer: Stuart Williams, Newmarket
Connor Planas (3)
016 D
Breeder: J. W. Parry
Foaled 31 Mar A winner at 6f on the all-weather Finished 8l behind Caburn when sixth of 13 at 25-1 on his latest outing at Salisbury over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 71
8 Death Or Glory (IRE) (14)
B c Kodiac - Lady Ro
Owner: Mr Paul K. Spencer
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
11-1
Jockey: Harry Russell
Form: 240
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Foaled 14 Mar Placed once in three starts. Beaten 7l behind Against The Wind at 12-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 5f last month.
Official BHA Rating 70
14-1
9 Sir Palamedes (IRE) (23)
Ch c Footstepsinthesand - Irish Romance (IRE)
Owner: Dahab Racing
(1)
Jockey: Harry Davies
Trainer: Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket Form: 445
Foaled 5 May. Yet to place in three starts. Finished 5l behind Sunshine State when fifth of 10 at 15-2 on his
Breeder: Mrs Brid Cosgrove
at Chelmsford City over 6f last month. Official BHA Rating 69
10
Atomic Mass (IRE) (16)
Br g Havana Gold (IRE) - Fresh Snow (IRE)
Owner: Mr B Padgett Racing
Jockey: Joanna Mason
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton Form: 505
Foaled 15 Apr Yet to place in three starts. Finished 8l behind Fred On Fire when fifth of 12 at 13-2 on his
Breeder: Thomas Hassett
over 6f last month.
BHA Rating 67
11
East Tyrone (IRE) (45)
B c Mehmas (IRE) - Tuileries Garden (IRE)
Owner: Mr B. T. McDonald
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Jockey: Shane Gray
Form: 264
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Foaled 8 Jan. Placed once in three starts. Finished 6l behind Milford when fourth of 5 at 10-3 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 5f (soft) in May.
(IRE) (14)
B c Cotai Glory - Dance For Livvy (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Lauren Hart & Partner
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Jockey: Billy Garritty
Form: 530
Breeder: Ms Genia De Souza
Foaled 30 Apr Placed once in three starts. Beaten 8l behind The Flying Seagull at 12-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Chester over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 65
13 Go On Rosie (IRE) (21)
B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Between Hills (IRE)
Owner: Tom Goodair & Jimmy Kay
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton
Jockey: Rowan Scott
Form: 3365
Breeder: Alex & Ava-Rose Burns
Foaled 18 Feb. Placed once in four starts. Finished 4 1/2l behind Mr Lightside when fifth of 9 at 28-1 on her latest outing at Redcar over 5f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 63
14
Perfidia (IRE) (16)
B c Dandy Man (IRE) - Final Treat (IRE)
Owner: Mr S Bulmer & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Jockey: James Sullivan
Form: 063
Breeder: Rathbarry Stud
Foaled 2 Mar Placed once in three starts. Third of 16 behind Scatter Penny beaten 6l at 40-1 on his latest outing at Nottingham over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 62 SP: 17-2
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 14 ..........................................................................................(EXACTA) Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 5. STEWARDS NOTE
TRIPLE CHARGED: Following its run on 19/6/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
PERFIDIA: Following its run on 27/6/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed throughout. PROBABLE S.P.’S
11-2 The Flying Seagull (IRE), 7-1 Alashos (FR), 8-1 Atomic Mass (IRE), 17-2 Perfidia (IRE), 10-1 Eighteen Fourteen (IRE), 11-1 Oakley Boy (GB), 12-1 Call Me Harswell (IRE), East Tyrone (IRE), 14-1 Death Or Glory (IRE), 22-1 Sir Palamedes (IRE), 28-1 Tuscan Point (IRE), Mrbluesky (IRE), 33-1 Go On Rosie (IRE), 40-1 Triple Charged (IRE)
FIFTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Stuart Fielding, Key Customer Manager, Heineken UK Ltd
John Smith’s have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race
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Friday (eve) 26 July
EBF Lyric Stakes and Kaiser Chiefs
Saturday 27 July Sky Bet York Stakes and S Club
4.35
The My Pension Expert July Cup Stakes (Group
1) (British Champions Series)
Last Six Furlongs Of The Bunbury Mile (6F) (1,200 metres)
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Group One
Prize Money: £600,000
No Horse st-lb (kgs) Draw
1 Art Power (IRE) (21) 7 9-8 (60.8) (10)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Evening Time (IRE) (Keltos (FR))
Owner: King Power Racing Co Ltd
Jockey: David Allan
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Form: 01-0540 D Breeder: Owenstown Bloodstock Ltd
Has won nine races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to yielding - soft and on the all-weather Beaten 7l behind Khaadem at 10-1 when 12th of 13 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 114 SP: 28-1
2 Khaadem (IRE) (21) 8 9-8 (60.8) (1)
Br g Dark Angel (IRE) - White Daffodil (IRE) (Footstepsinthesand) Jockey: Billy Loughnane
Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay
Trainer: Charles Hills, Lambourn Form: 1505-01 CD Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud
Has won nine races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. A winner at 14-1 in the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Swingalong by 1/2l.
Official BHA Rating 116 SP: 22-1
3 Kinross (GB) (14) 7 9-8 (60.8) (12)
B g Kingman - Ceilidh House (Selkirk (USA)) Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Owner: Mr Marc Chan
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
Has won ten races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather Beaten 3/4l by Montassib when second of 11 at 5-2fav on his latest outing in the Group 3 JenningsBet Chipchase Stakes at Newcastle over 6f last month.
Official BHA Rating 116 SP: 8-1
4 Mill Stream (IRE) (21) 4 9-8 (60.8) (11)
B c Gleneagles (IRE) - Swirral Edge (Hellvelyn) Jockey: William Buick
Owner: Mr P. W. Harris
Trainer: Jane Chapple-Hyam, Newmarket Form: 160-213 D Breeder: Redpender Stud Ltd
He has won four times at 6f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy Third of 13 behind Khaadem beaten 1 3/4l at 9-2 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 114 SP: 16-1
5 Mitbaahy (IRE) (21)
5 9-8 (60.8) (3)
B h Profitable (IRE) - Wrood (USA) (Invasor (ARG)) Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa
Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay
Trainer: Charles Hills, Lambourn Form: 01-4010 D Breeder: N. Hartery
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to soft Beaten 5l behind Khaadem at 9-1 when seventh of 13 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 113 SP: 25-1
6 Regional (GB) (25)
B g Territories (IRE) - Favulusa (Dansili)
Owner: Future Champions Racing Regional
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
6 9-8 (60.8) (2)
Jockey: Callum Rodriguez
Form: 1151-22 D Breeder: Razza del Sole Societa Agricola SRL
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground Beaten 1l by Asfoora when second of 17 at 6-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 King Charles III Stakes at Ascot over 5f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 114 SP: 9-1
7 Swingalong (IRE) (21)
Ch f Showcasing - Pilates (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))
Owner: Sheikh Juma Dalmook Al Maktoum
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
4 9-5 (59.4) (7)
Jockey: Clifford Lee
Form: 3144-02 D
Breeder: Mountarmstrong Stud
She has won three times at 6f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 1/2l by Khaadem when second of 13 at 14-1 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 111 SP: 22-1
8 Vadream (GB) (21)
B m Brazen Beau (AUS) - Her Honour (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))
Owner: Mr D. R. J. King
6 9-5 (59.4) (8)
Jockey: Kieran Shoemark
Trainer: Charlie Fellowes, Newmarket Form: 0-32005 C D
Breeder: Crispin Estates Ltd
She has won four times from 5f to 6f on soft and heavy ground and on the all-weather. Finished 4 1/2l behind Khaadem when fifth of 13 at 100-1 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 102 SP: 66-1
9 Inisherin (GB) (22)
3 9-2 (58.1) (6)
B c Shamardal (USA) - Ajman Princess (IRE) (Teofilo (IRE)) Jockey: Tom Eaves
Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton Form: 2-1611 D Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
He has won three times from 6f to 1m on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather Won on his latest outing when 9-4fav in the Group 1 Commonwealth Cup at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month, beating Lake Forest by 2 1/4l. Has won 3 times this season.
Official BHA Rating 117 SP: 9-4
10 Jasour (GB) (22)
Gr c Havana Grey - Twilight Thyme (Bahamian Bounty)
Owner: AlMohamediya Racing
Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford
3 9-2 (58.1) (9)
Jockey: Jim Crowley
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good to soft ground. Third of 14 behind Inisherin beaten 2 1/2l at 4-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Commonwealth Cup at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 110
11 River Tiber (IRE) (21) 3 9-2 (58.1) (4)
B c Wootton Bassett - Transcendence (IRE) (Arcano (IRE)) Jockey: Ryan Moore
Owner: Tabor/Smith/Magnier/Westerberg/Brant
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland Form: 1133-30 D BF Breeder: Pier House Stud
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good and soft ground. Beaten 5l behind Haatem at 13-8fav when eighth of 19 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Jersey Stakes at Ascot over 7f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 114
12 Vandeek (GB) (49)
3 9-2 (58.1) (5)
Gr c Havana Grey - Mosa Mine (Exceed And Excel (AUS)) Jockey: James Doyle
Owner: KHK Racing
Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket Form: 1111-3 CD BF
Breeder: Maywood Stud
He has won four times at 6f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy Third of 7 behind Inisherin beaten 4l at 8-11fav on his latest outing in the Group 2 Sandy Lane Stakes at Haydock over 6f (soft) in May.
Official BHA Rating 119 SP: 6-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 12 (EXACTA)
Tongue Strap worn by No 6. STEWARDS NOTE
MITBAAHY: Following its run on 22/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.
REGIONAL: Following its run on 18/6/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed. PROBABLE S.P.’S
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION 1st £340260 2nd £129000 3rd £64560 .................................................................. 4th £32160 ................................................................................. TIME DISTANCES
1. Art Power, 2. Khaadem, 5. Mitbaahy, 6. Regional, 8. Vadream, 11. River Tiber all hold an entry in the Group One Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Friday 23rd August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Saturday 17th August for a stake of £40,000.
1. Art Power, 3. Kinross, 11. River Tiber, 12. Vandeek all hold an entry in the Group 2 Sky Bet City Of York Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Saturday 24th August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Monday 19th August for a stake of £40,000.
The John Smith’s Stayers’ Stakes
About Two Miles (3,200 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 2m Race Type:
Prize Money: £20,500
Age: 4+
Stalls: Inside Rail
Those ticklish handicaps to solve keep acoming, this is over the longest distance of the day, some 2miles. As stamina is required, it is perhaps no surprise that the majority of the field are that bit older and so a little better known to punters and bookies alike. Will a 4year old such as Tailorman, surprise them today?
Looking for help? Then follow the racecourse tipster, who has marked his selections with a red bi plane.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: ROBERT JOHNSON
Trainer: Philip Kirby
Jockey: Connor Beasley
Age/Weight: 5-9-0
Runners: 9 SP: 11/4F
Our penultimate contest went the way of Robert Johnson for Philip Kirby. He handled the marathon trip impressively to win going away.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
Racing Post Standard Time: 3m 31.40s
Course Record: 3m 27.06s by Stradivarius (23-Aug-19)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (19-24): D O’Meara (25 wins from 377 runners, 7%) runs CHURCHELLA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): G Elliott (8 wins from 47 runners, 17%) runs TED HASTINGS
Weightwatcher: RED FORCE ONE won off a handicap mark of 70, his rating is now down 9lb to 61.
Longest Traveller: TED HASTINGS trained by G Elliott, Ireland.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 11th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
LETSBEFRANK showed further progress when upped to 1m6f at Thirsk and returning a cosy winner This extra distance looks well within his compass, and the hat-trick beckons for Jim Goldie’s four-year-old. The veteran Red Force One is enjoying a new lease of life and landed a treble courtesy of last month’s Newmarket success, while Tailorman remains unexposed and is another to consider
The John Smith’s Stayers’ Stakes
1
Bringbackmemories
B g Iffraaj - Glamour Queen
Owner: The Adams Apples
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
(FR) (14)
Distance: 2m
Race Type: Handicap (61-80)
Prize Money: £20,500
Age: 4+
Stalls: Inside Rail
5 9-11 (62.1) (11)
Jockey: David Nolan
Form: 316633
Breeder: S.C.E.A. Team Hogdala France et al
He has won four times from 1m 1f to 1m 4f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather; has also won a hurdle Third of 14 behind Alphonse Le Grande beaten 2 3/4l at 15-2 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 2m last month.
Official BHA Rating 82 SP: 14-1
2
Duke of Verona (IRE) (28)
Gr g Belardo (IRE) - Somewhere (IRE)
Owner: Mr R. C. C. Villers
Trainer: Harry Eustace, Newmarket
6 9-10 (61.7) (1)
Jockey: Richard Kingscote
Form: 0/10-353
Breeder: Deerpark Stud
Winner of five races from 1m 2f to 1m 6f on good and heavy ground and on the all-weather Third of 8 behind Coco Royale beaten 6l at 5-2 on his latest outing at Sandown over 1m 6f (soft) last month.
Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 9-1
3 Percy’s Word (GB) (20)
B g Sir Percy - Laverre (IRE)
Owner: Mrs S. Barker
(16)
Jockey: Ben Robinson
Trainer: Jessica Bedi, Yarm Form: 002/////-4 D
Breeder: Mr & Mrs A. E. Pakenham
Successful at 1m 2f and 2m on the all-weather, but last win was over six years ago; has also won four hurdles. Finished 6l behind Trooper Bisdee when fourth of 7 at 80-1 on his latest outing at Pontefract over 2m 2f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 81
4 Ted Hastings (IRE) (15)
B g Imperial Monarch (IRE) - Portacarron Lady (IRE)
Owner: Mr Aidan J. Ryan
Trainer: Gordon Elliott, Ireland
50-1
9-10 (61.7)
Ben Coen
1/000-0
Noel Fraher
A winner at 1m 4f on good ground; has also won four hurdles. Beaten 9l behind Golden Temple at 22-1 when 9th of 17 on his latest outing at Curragh over 2m (good) last month.
Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 14-1
5 Zimmerman (GB) (14)
Ch g Poet’s Voice - Cresta Gold
Owner: Linkenholt Racing & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
9-5
Sean Kirrane
33-4050 D Breeder: P. T. Tellwright
He has won four times from 1m 4f to 2m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy Beaten 7l behind Alphonse Le Grande at 25-1 when 9th of 14 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 2m last month.
Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 25-1
6
Churchella (IRE) (16)
B f Churchill (IRE) - Elizabelle (IRE)
Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd - 2C & Partners
(15)
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Form: 131464 D Breeder: TEK Squarey
Winner of five races from 1m 4f to 2m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Finished 6l behind Red Force One when fourth of 6 at 11-2 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 2m (good to firm) last month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 25-1
7 Le Rouge Chinois (DEN) (16)
Ch g Hurricane Red (IRE) - La Petite Chinoise
Owner: Magna Carter Bloodstock
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham
(58.1) (10)
Jockey: Alistair Rawlinson
Form: 34-3101 D
Breeder: York Stutteri & Jan Johansson
He has won three times from 1m to 2m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather A winner at 20-1 at Nottingham over 1m 6f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Story Horse by a head. Has also won at Lingfield this season.
Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 16-1
8 Letsbefrank (IRE) (27) 4 9-0 (57.2) (9)
B g Frankel - Miss Polaris
Owner: J S Morrison & Ms Carol Morrison
Trainer: Jim Goldie, Glasgow
Jockey: Paul Mulrennan
Form: 3-60411
Breeder: Newtown Anner Stud
Successful at 1m 3f and 1m 6f on good and good to soft ground. Won on his latest outing when 4-1fav at Thirsk over 1m 6f (good to soft) last month, beating Rathgar by 1 1/2l. Has also won at Hamilton this season.
Official BHA Rating 71 SP: 11-2
9 Valley of Flowers (IRE) (20)
B m Slade Power (IRE) - Miss Cape (IRE)
Owner: Mrs C. A. Coward
Trainer: Jacqueline Coward, Sheriff Hutton
6 8-13 (56.7) (17)
Jockey: Joanna Mason
Form: 363-203 D
Breeder: Denis Noonan
Winner of five races from 1m 4f to 2m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather Third of 7 behind Trooper Bisdee beaten 5l at 5-1 on her latest outing at Pontefract over 2m 2f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 70 SP: 25-1
10
Bulldog Spirit (IRE) (14)
B g Churchill (IRE) - Banimpire (IRE)
Owner: Gallop Racing
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
4 8-11 (55.8) (4)
Jockey: Joe Fanning
Form: 40-0205
Breeder: Banimpire Syndicate
Successful at 1m and 1m 4f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Finished 4l behind Sea Grey when fifth of 8 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Chester over 2m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 68
11
Rock N Roll Pinkie (GB) (24)
Ch f Sun Central (IRE) - Maggie Pink Jockey: Hector Crouch
Owner: Mr A. W. Bult
Trainer: Ivan Furtado, Wiseton
Form: 634251
Breeder: A W Bult
Successful twice at 1m 6f on good to soft ground. Won on her latest outing when 18-5fav at Nottingham over 1m 6f (good to soft) last month, beating Young Merlin by 2 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 68
12
Show No Fear (IRE) (14)
B g Churchill (IRE) - Euphrasia (IRE) Jockey: Cam Hardie
Owner: Rebecca Menzies Racing Partnerships
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
Successful at 1m 7f and 2m on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 1 1/4l by Alphonse Le Grande when second of 14 at 25-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 2m last month. Has won at Ayr and Newcastle this season.
Official BHA Rating 68 SP: 14-1
13 Merrijig (GB) (21)
B g Schiaparelli (GER) - Near Wild Heaven
Owner: The Beverley House Stables Partnership
Trainer: John Berry, Newmarket
Emma Berry
Successful twice at 1m 6f on good ground and on the all-weather Finished 7l behind Mountain Road when fourth of 7 at 16-5fav on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m 6f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 67
14
King of Unicorns (GB) (26)
B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Aviacion (BRZ)
Owner: Mr Joe Buzzeo
Trainer: Micky Hammond, Middleham
25-1
Rowan Scott
453/53-6
Breeder: Godolphin
Placed in four of eight starts; but has won a NH flat race Finished 18l behind Whimsy when sixth of 7 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Carlisle over 1m 6f (soft) last month.
64
15 Daaris (IRE) (7)
Ch g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Reyaadah
Owner: Mr Scott Turner
Jockey: Paddy Mathers
Trainer: Kevin Frost, Newark Form: 222233
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
A winner at 1m 6f on good ground. Third of 10 behind Defence Treaty beaten 2l at 13-2 on his latest outing at Nottingham over 1m 6f (good) earlier this month.
(FR) (14)
B g Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Ihsas (USA) Jockey: Saffie Osborne
Owner: Mr S. Mondair
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch Form: 40042
Breeder: E.A.R.L Haras Du Logis Et al
Placed once in five starts. Beaten a head by Sea Grey when second of 8 at 7-2 on his latest outing at
month.
17 Red Force One (GB) (16)
Gr g Lethal Force (IRE) - Dusty Red
Owner: The Yorkshire Puddings
Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond
9 8-4 (52.6) (2)
Jockey: Connor Planas (3)
Form: 063111 CD
Breeder: K. A. Bartlett & J. M. Beever
Has won ten races from 1m to 2m on ground varying from firm to good; has also won three hurdles. A winner at 4-1 at Newmarket over 2m (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Pfingstberg by a neck. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 61 SP: 14-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 17...........................................................................................(EXACTA)
Hood worn by No 9. Blinkers worn by No 15 Visor worn by No 6. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5, 7, 12, 17
PROBABLE S.P.’S 11-2 Letsbefrank (IRE), 9-1 Duke of Verona (IRE), Tailorman (FR), 14-1 Bringbackmemories (FR), Ted Hastings (IRE), Show No Fear (IRE), Red Force One (GB), 16-1 Le Rouge Chinois (DEN), 18-1 Bulldog Spirit (IRE), Rock N Roll Pinkie (GB), 20-1 Daaris (IRE), 25-1 Zimmerman (GB), Churchella (IRE), Valley of Flowers (IRE), Merrijig (GB), 40-1 King of Unicorns (GB), 50-1 Percy’s Word (GB)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
1st £10729
3rd £2515
TIME
2nd £5034
4th £1258
DISTANCES
SIXTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Dennis Van De Sanden, Global Account Manager, Heineken UK Ltd.
John Smith’s have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race.
The Championship will be determined by the number of winners recorded and in the event of a tie, placed efforts will prove the deciding factor. The winner will receive the coveted Charles Clinkard Trophy and a smart pair of shoes plus £2,500 for the stable to share and a Christmas Party here at York in December.
Tolstoy made it three wins on the bounce at York, to move Brian Ellison just one behind leader Kevin Ryan, meaning Yorkshire yards occupy three of the top five spots.
Champion: Richard Fahey
Distance: 6f
The John Smith’s Sprint Stakes
Six Furlongs (1,200 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Prize Money: £20,500
Age: 4+
Stalls: Centre
Why not, a farewell handicap, this time for horses rated between 61 and 80. The shorter distance of only six furlongs usually makes for a tight finish.
So, pit your wits against the handicapper – struggling?- it might be time to try your favourite colours.
If you finish the day as winner, congratulations, why not come back and try to win some more on Friday evening 26th July
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: ROUNDHAY PARK
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler
Jockey: Alex Jary
Age/Weight: 8-8-13
Runners: 16 SP: 12/1
Roundhay Park capitalised from a nice-looking mark to win our finale The cut in the ground certainly suited him and if on a going day, he is more than capable of winning races of this nature.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
Racing Post Standard Time: 1m 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 (19-24): R Fahey (29 wins from 440 runners, 7%) runs ROCK OPERA
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): T Easterby (7 wins from 73 runners, 10%) runs DANZAN and GLENDOWN and MATTICE and SPIRIT OF APPLAUSE
Weightwatcher: OSO RAPIDO won off a handicap mark of 82, his rating is now down 9lb to 73.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 11th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
A prolific winner on the all-weather, DARK SIDE THUNDER can record his first success on turf Jessica Macey’s sprinter has been raised only 1lb for finishing runner-up over C&D last month and another bold showing looks on the cards. Rock Opera won a shade cosily over 6f at Doncaster and makes more appeal than Elegant Erin, who scored over the minimum trip at Newcastle. As If By Chance, Treacherous and Trilby are others worthy of a second glance. DARK SIDE THUNDER ROCK OPERA
The John Smith’s Sprint Stakes
1
Rock Opera (GB) (14)
B g Unfortunately (IRE) - Broughtons Jewel (IRE)
Owner: John Rhodes & Peter Timmins
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Handicap (61-80)
Prize Money: £20,500
Age: 4+
Stalls: Centre
st-lb (kgs)
4 9-9 (61.2) (8)
Jockey: Oisin Orr
Form: 550421 D
Breeder: Broughton Bloodstock
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather A winner at 8-1 at Doncaster over 6f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Mythical Phoenix by a neck. Has also won at Southwell this season.
Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 12-1
2
Elegant Erin (IRE) (15)
B m Dandy Man (IRE) - Eriniya (IRE)
Owner: R J Bloodstock
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow
7 9-9 (61.2) (18)
Jockey: David Nolan
Form: 546321
Breeder: Brian Miller
Winner of six races from 5f to 7f on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather Won on her latest outing when 5-1fav at Newcastle over 5f last month, beating Paddy’s Day by a neck.
Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 11-1
3
Hierarchy (IRE) (29)
Ch g Mehmas (IRE) - Cheworee
Owner: Dominic Griffiths and David Kavanagh
Trainer: Jamie Osborne, Upper Lambourn
Jockey: Saffie Osborne
Form: 130-600 D
Breeder: Mountain View Stud & Tally Ho Stud
He has won three times at 6f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 6l behind Jenever at 16-1 when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Sandown over 5f (good) last month.
Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 16-1
4
Dark Side Thunder (GB) (28)
B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Dark Side Princess
Owner: Mr M. M. Foulger
Trainer: Jessica Macey, Doncaster
(9)
Jockey: Harrison Shaw
5-35142 D Breeder: Mr M. M. Foulger
Winner of seven races from 6f to 7f on the all-weather Beaten 1l by Holkham Bay when second of 20 at 8-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month.
Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 10-1
5
Maxi Boy (GB) (29)
7 9-7 (60.3) (5)
B g Oasis Dream - Lavender And Lace Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Owner: Arcane Racing Partnership
Trainer: Fionn McSharry, Sheriff Hutton
Al-Baha Bloodstock
A winner at 6f on good to firm ground, but that win was over five years ago Finished 4 1/2l behind Outrun The Storm when fifth of 8 at 20-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 7f (good) last month.
Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 14-1
6
Mattice (GB) (15)
B g Mattmu - Ice Mayden
Owner: Mr B Valentine & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Sean Kirrane
1-21404 D Breeder: Bearstone Stud Limited
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy Finished 2l behind Bergerac when fourth of 13 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 5f last month.
Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 16-1
7
Kuwait City (IRE) (30)
B g Pearl Secret - Ahaaly Jockey: Shane Gray
Owner: Mr Abdullateef Al Zeer
Trainer: John Butler, Newmarket Form: 20-1000 C Breeder: Kitty Fitzpatrick & Katie McGivern
He has won three times at 5f on good to firm and soft ground. Beaten 2 3/4l behind Sixties Chic at 10-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing at Newbury over 6f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 40-1
8
Treacherous (GB) (17)
B g Paco Boy (IRE) - Black Baroness
Owner: Woodham Walter Partnership
Trainer: Ed de Giles, Ledbury
9-5 (59.4) (17)
Jockey: Ben Coen
Form: 42-3442 D
Breeder: P. M. Hicks
Has won 13 races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather Beaten a neck by Acklam Express when second of 8 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Salisbury over 5f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 14-1
9
Sibyl Charm (IRE) (17)
B f Charm Spirit (IRE) - La Sibilla
Owner: The Twelve Munkys
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
4 9-4 (59.0) (14)
Jockey: Paul Mulrennan
Form: 114055 D
Breeder: E. Phelan
She has won three times from 6f to 7f on the all-weather Finished 4 1/2l behind Red Pixie when fifth of 8 at 10-1 on her latest outing at Carlisle over 7f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 28-1
10
Rebel Path (FR) (6)
B g Iffraaj - Royale du Buisson (IRE)
Owner: Mr Stuart C. Williams
Trainer: Stuart Williams, Newmarket
5 9-4 (59.0) (2)
Jockey: Daniel Muscutt
Form: 300036 D
Breeder: S.A.S.U. Ecurie Des Monceaux et al
A winner at 6f on good ground, but that win was over two years ago. Finished 2 1/2l behind The Thames Boatman when sixth of 9 at 25-1 on his latest outing at Chelmsford City over 5f earlier this month.
Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 66-1
11
Danzan (IRE) (28)
B g Lawman (FR) - Charanga
Owner: Reality Partnerships XVII
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
(1)
Jockey: Billy Garritty
Form: 4-33005 D
Breeder: Colin Kennedy
Winner of six races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. Finished 2 3/4l behind Holkham Bay when fifth of 20 at 18-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month.
Official BHA Rating 74 SP: 12-1
12 As If By Chance (GB) (38)
9-3 (58.5) (7)
B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Citron Jockey: Alex Jary (5)
Owner: Mr S. Hussey
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton Form: 000-405 D
Breeder: Bearstone Stud
Winner of five races at 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Finished 2 1/2l behind Abbey Heights when fifth of 13 at 20-1 on his latest outing at Nottingham over 6f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 74 SP: 33-1
13 Oso Rapido (IRE) (25)
7 9-2 (58.1) (12)
B g Kodiac - Burke’s Rock Jockey: Tom Kiely-Marshall (7)
Owner: Woodhurst Construction & G Chrysanthou
Trainer: Roger Fell & Sean Murray, Nawton
Form: 6-00005 D Breeder: George Kent
Winner of seven races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather Finished 4l behind Animate when fifth of 9 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Catterick over 6f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 40-1
14
Bella Kopella (IRE) (8)
B f Awtaad (IRE) - Ajla (IRE)
Owner: Martin Webb Racing
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton
4 9-2 (58.1) (16)
Jockey: Rowan Scott
Form: 130144 D Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Winner of six races from 5f to 7f on good to firm and good to soft ground and on the all-weather Finished 1 3/4l behind Harvanna when fourth of 5 at 17-2 on her latest outing at Doncaster over 5f (good) earlier this month. Has won at Beverley and Newcastle this season. Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 22-1
15 Trilby (GB) (9)
B g Twilight Son - Fascinator
Owner: Tip Your Hat Partnership
Trainer: Sam England, Guiseley
9-1 (57.6) (4)
Jockey: Joe Fanning
Form: 510666 D
Breeder: Bumble Bloodstock & Mrs S. Nicholls
Successful twice at 6f on soft and heavy ground. Finished 2 1/2l behind Sergeant Pep when sixth of 11 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Haydock over 6f (good) earlier this month. Has won at Haydock and Catterick this season.
Official BHA Rating 72
16
Spirit of Applause (GB) (21)
B g Charm Spirit (IRE) - Accolade
Owner: Mr S A Heley & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Jockey: James Sullivan
Form: 406-066 D
Breeder: S Von Schilcher & Catridge Farm Stud
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground Finished 2 3/4l behind Muker when sixth of 8 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Redcar over 5f (good to firm) last month.
Official BHA Rating 72
40-1
17 Utilis (IRE) (15)
B g Profitable (IRE) - Mysterious Burg (FR)
Owner: Linsey & Ian Pallas
(11)
Jockey: Ben Robinson
Trainer: Brian Ellison, Malton Form: 020-020 Breeder: Ciaran De Barra
Placed in five of 15 starts. Beaten 8l behind Cheshire Dancer at 7-1 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m last month.
Official BHA Rating 72 SP: 25-1
18 Ray Vonn (IRE) (64)
B g Galileo Gold - Golden Flower Jockey: Hector Crouch
Owner: Moorgate Racing Limited
Trainer: B F Brookhouse, Newmarket
41400-1 D Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Successful twice at 6f on good and heavy ground. A winner at 8-1 at Nottingham over 6f (good) on his latest outing in May, beating Enderman by a head.
Official BHA Rating 72 SP: 11-1
19
Glendown (IRE) (8)
B g Bungle Inthejungle - Elhaam (IRE)
Owner: Ontoawinner 10 & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Jockey: Cam Hardie
He has won three times at 6f on ground varying from good to soft. Finished 3l behind Ventura Express when fourth of 11 at 33-1 on his latest outing at Beverley over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month.
Official BHA Rating 69
20 Showtime Mahomes (GB) (8)
B g Dabirsim (FR) - Magic Florence (IRE)
Owner: The Muffed Punt Partnership
Trainer: Grant Tuer, Northallerton
16-1
(6)
Jockey: Sam James
Form: 556524 CD BF Breeder: Ed’s Stud Ltd
He has won three times from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Finished 2l behind Kodi Red when fourth of 11 at 3-1fav on his latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (good) earlier this month.
Official BHA Rating 69 SP: 18-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS
Tongue Strap worn by No 3, 14, 19 Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 18. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 3, 4, 6, 11, 19 STEWARDS NOTE
MAXI BOY: Following its run on 14/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run. AS IF BY CHANCE: Following its run on 5/6/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left under pressure.
UTILIS: Following its run on 28/6/2024 it was reported that the horse weakened quickly PROBABLE S.P.’S
10-1 Dark Side Thunder (GB), 11-1 Elegant Erin (IRE), Ray Vonn (IRE), 12-1 Rock Opera (GB), Danzan (IRE), 14-1 Maxi Boy (GB), Treacherous (GB), 16-1 Hierarchy (IRE), Mattice (GB), Glendown (IRE), 18-1 Showtime Mahomes (GB), 20-1 Trilby (GB), 22-1 Bella Kopella (IRE), 25-1 Utilis (IRE), 28-1 Sibyl Charm (IRE), 33-1 As If By Chance (GB), 40-1 Kuwait City (IRE), Oso Rapido (IRE), Spirit of Applause (GB), 66-1 Rebel Path (FR)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY
SEVENTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by John Bulch, Key Customer Manager and Matt Simpson, Customer Development Manager, Heineken UK Ltd
John Smith’s have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race
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2024 FIXTURES
Music Showcase Weekend
Friday (eve) 26th July
Saturday 27th July
Sky Bet Ebor Festival
Wednesday 21st August
EBF Lyric Stakes Plus Kaiser Chiefs
Sky Bet York Stakes Plus S Club
Juddmonte International
Thursday 22nd August Pertemps Network
Friday 23rd August
Saturday 24th August
September Meeting
Sunday 8th September
October Finale
Friday 11th October
Yorkshire Oaks/Ladies Day
Coolmore Nunthorpe
Sky Bet Ebor
YorkMix Family Raceday
Finale Friday
Saturday 12th October Coral Sprint Trophy
To book your raceday experience for 2024 go to yorkracecourse.co.uk
PUZZLE CORNER ANSWERS
Link: Pertemps Yorkshire Oaks winners ridden by Willie Carson
Link: Recent Irish winners of the Sky Bet Ebor
Link: Four winners of the Sky Bet City Of York Stakes ridden by Frankie Dettori
Link: Last four winners of the John Smith’s
Living North Top Jockey 2023: William Buick
Today’s Race Conditions
FIRST RACE 2.00 - The John Smith’s Racing Stakes (Class 2 Handicap)
(CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £23193 to the winning horse The second to receive £10876, the third £5440, the fourth £2718, the fifth £1359 and the sixth £679 for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 86-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 85 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £225 stake if the horse is rated 86 or higher, or £45 stake if the horse is rated 85 or lower with £180 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 11th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 7lb Penalties, after July 6th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb HEINEKEN UK has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 23 entries, 2 at £45 and 21 at £225 - Closed July 8th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £18284; Second £9144; Third £4572; Fourth £2286; Fifth £1143; Sixth £572 Penalty Value: £23193 SS For race details see page 25.
SECOND RACE 2.35 - The John Smith’s City Walls Stakes (Class 1) (Listed Race) (CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £39697 to the winning horse The second to receive £15050, the third £7532, the fourth £3752, the fifth £1883 and the sixth £945. for three yrs old and upwards, which have not won a Group 1 Pattern race after 2023. Enter by noon, July 8th and pay £350 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 11th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 10lb; fillies 8st 5lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 1lb; fillies 8st 10lb Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a Listed race 3lb Of a Group 3 race 5lb Of a Group 2 race 7lb. HEINEKEN UK has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 16 entries at £350 - Closed July 8th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £31192; Second £12803; Third £6405; Fourth £3199; Fifth £1603; Sixth £798 Penalty Value: £39697 A SS For race details see page 35.
THIRD RACE 3.10 - The 65th John Smith’s Cup (Class 2 Handicap) (Heritage Handicap) (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £103080 to the winning horse The second to receive £48340, the third £24180, the fourth £12080, the fifth £6040 and the sixth £3020 for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, June 4th and pay £350 stake, Scratch by noon, June 18th or pay £400, Confirm by noon, July 8th and pay £250, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 11th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 12lb
Penalties, after June 8th, 2024, a winner of a race 5lb Of 2 races 8lb 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. HEINEKEN UK has generously sponsored this race and will present the winning owner with the JOHN SMITH’S CUP, a perpetual trophy, to be held for eleven months only In addition to the prize money, a memento will also be presented to the winning owner Declarations to run for this race must be made by 10.00 a.m. on Thursday, July 11th, and declaration of riders must be made by 1.00 p.m. on Thursday, July 11th. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of JOHN SMITH’S. 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 The British Horseracing Authority will amend paragraphs 28 to 32 of the Weights and Handicapping Code and the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code in the event that raising of the weights at the 24-hour stage proves necessary This race will be restricted to 22 runners plus two reserves. The two reserves will be nominated as R23 and R24. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the important notices following the Standard Conditions on the Racing Bulletin area of the BHA Racing Administration Internet site www.racingadmin.co.uk. Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they must notify the Racing Calendar Office immediately when the decision has been made not to run This will maximise the list of runners and determine whether the weights will need to be raised. The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code and the Division of Races section of the Race Administration Code of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race. 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. 66 entries, 6 at £350, 29 at £750, 31 at £1000 - Closed June 4th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £81260; Second £40640; Third £20320; Fourth £10160; Fifth £5080; Sixth £2540 Penalty Value: £103080 13 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 SS For race details see page 41.
FOURTH RACE 3.45 -The John Smith’s Silver Cup (Class 1) (Group 3) (CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £48203 to the winning horse The second to receive £18275, the third £9146, the fourth £4556, the fifth £2286 and the sixth £1147. for four yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, July 8th and pay £850 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 11th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st; fillies 8st 11lb Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a Group 3 race 3lb Of a Group 2 race 5lb Of a Group 1 race 7lb HEINEKEN UK has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 13 entries at £850 - Closed July 8th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £37876; Second £15547; Third £7778; Fourth £3885; Fifth £1947; Sixth £969 Penalty Value: £48203.50 A SS For race details see page 51.
(CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £10468 to the winning horse
The second to receive £4912, the third £2454, the fourth £1228 and the fifth £612. for two yrs old only, Rated 0-78 (also open to such horses rated 79 and 80 - see Standard Conditions). Enter by noon, July 8th and pay £100 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 11th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 6th, 2024, for each race won 6lb HEINEKEN UK has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 25 entries at £100 - Closed July 8th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £8258; Second £4130; Third £2064; Fourth £1032; Fifth £516 Penalty Value: £10468 SS For race details see page 57
SIXTH RACE 4.50 - The John Smith’s Stayers’ Stakes (Class 4 Handicap)
(CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £10729 to the winning horse
The second to receive £5034, the third £2515, the fourth £1258 and the fifth £627 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 11th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 6th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb HEINEKEN UK has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner PLEASE NOTE: The two mile start is in the home straight. 28 entries, 1 at £20 and 27 at £100 - Closed July 8th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £8464; Second £4233; Third £2116; Fourth £1058; Fifth £529 Penalty Value: £10729.70 1 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 SS For race details see page 65.
SEVENTH RACE 5.25 - The John Smith’s Sprint Stakes (Class 4 Handicap) (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £10729 to the winning horse The second to receive £5034, the third £2515, the fourth £1258 and the fifth £627 for four yrs old and upwards, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 11th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 6th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb HEINEKEN UK has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner. 34 entries at £100 - Closed July 8th, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £8464; Second £4233; Third £2116; Fourth £1058; Fifth £529 Penalty Value: £10729.70 7 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10 SS For race details see page 71.
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The Small Print
An A-Z of information for racegoers
No Horse Age
Dress Standards
Draw 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.
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
Knavesmire Notes
Keep a note of any horses that catch your eye this afternoon. You never know, they may be future winners here at York.
SAFE JOURNEY
Thank you for your support this year. If you have any comments, please email to feedback@yorkracecourse.co.uk
Please could we request that a special effort is made to respect our neighbours, with particular regard to noise in the surrounding streets. We look forward to welcoming you back for the evening on the 26th July for the EBF Lyric Stakes and live music from Kaiser Chiefs and/or Saturday 27th July for the Group Two Sky Bet York Stakes and S Club.
Please use the toilets on exit or as provided on the walking route to the city.
