It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to York for what looks set to be a fabulous afternoon of top-class racing and music. We welcome Jo, Tina, Rachel, Bradley and Jon to the Knavesmire and we very much look forward to the performance of S Club after the last race. With seven fascinating races and a fabulous concert after the last race, I hope you thoroughly enjoy your raceday. We are proud to bring the wonderful extended week of the Sky Bet Go Racing in Yorkshire Summer Festival 2024 to its finale today. Now in its sixteenth year, and firmly established thanks to the generous and loyal backing of our festival sponsors, Sky Bet and Goldsborough Hall. These days serve to showcase the best the sport has to offer in the County The nominated charity for this festival is the Matt Hampson Foundation, an organisation that is helping jockey Graham Lee, following his life-changing injury His fellow riders have been taking the “Paddock & Chips” football challenge, with their shooting accuracy rewarding this fabulous cause, do give them a cheer in the Parade Ring an hour before the first race
In Yorkshire we have nine superb racecourses, over 100 training yards, the National Racing College at Doncaster, IJF Jack Berry House in Malton and Goffs Bloodstock Sales, all making for a successful racing industry in the county Yorkshire trainers and jockeys are flying high this season with tremendous results across the UK’s best meetings and Europe – we are proud to be a part of such a successful sport, locally
The most generous support of today’s sponsor has also helped stage a record race programme with prize money boosted once again, now in excess of £335,000 with the £135,000 Group 2 Sky Bet York Stakes as the valuable feature. Run over a mile and a quarter, racing fans will remember Twice Over carrying the silks of the late Prince Khalid Abdullah to glory in both this race and the Group One Juddmonte International. You can see by the York logo next to their name that all of this year’s field are already eyeing a similar summer. This afternoon could see Alflaila become the first horse to win the race twice, he carries the famous Shadwell silks. Already a Group Two winner this season, Passenger, bids to give Sir Michael Stoute his second winner of this contest, some eighteen years after Best Alibi landed the inaugural running, as a three-year-old.
Our opening race will see nineteen riders more familiar with Cheltenham and Aintree sprint down the Knavesmire, as fast as they will go all season. Look out for Michael Nolan aboard Soul Seeker, the horse is seeking a third win in this race
If you are a first-time visitor, please do explore the racecourse - use the maps on p4-5 & p6-7 to guide you, or just ask any of the team in the teal blazers who will be happy to help My tip is to stand close to the rail as the horses race past, you can feel and as well as hear the thunder of hooves.
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. Do let us know your thoughts!
Please respect our neighbours and home city as you make your way out this evening.
After today, our preparations will go up a gear as we are very much looking forward to staging our flagship meeting, the Sky Bet Ebor Festival (21-24 August) where some of the best horses from around the world look set to compete over four days of top-class racing, fashion and fun.
Thank you for your support this afternoon and during the wider Go Racing in Yorkshire Summer Festival, I hope you have a fabulous day.
For now, I hope you thoroughly enjoy your afternoon.
William Derby, Chief Executive and Clerk of the Course: York Racecourse
Music Showcase Saturday
PROGRAMME OF EVENTS
11:15am - 2:00pm Festival Freddie - GRIY mascot Clocktower Enclosure
11:45am Tour of the Weighing Room & Equine facilities Weighing Room Entrance
1:00pm Jockeys Charity Football Challenge Parade Ring
1.15pm Punters Panel Winners Enclosure
4.05pm Presentation of Macmillan Parade Ring Charity Raceday Cheque.
6:00pm S Club
to the start 30 minutes before each race
Gallery/Darcy & Wolf Jewellery
York Racecourse would like to thank our sponsor for their support this afternoon.
2.05pm The Sky Bet ‘Jump Jockeys’ Nunthorpe’ (To be ridden by Professional Jump Jockeys) (Handicap) - 5f
Pages 27-30
2.40pm The Sky Bet Dash (Handicap) - 6f
Pages 41-44
3.15pm The Sky Bet York Stakes (Group 2) - 1m 2f
Pages 53-55
4.00pm The Sky Bet Club EBF Fillies’ Novice Stakes (GBB Race) - 6f
Pages 59-61
4.35pm The Sky Bet Prize Drop Stakes (Handicap) - 1m
Pages 63-66
5.10pm The Sky Bet, For The Fans Stakes (Handicap) - 1m 4f
Pages 69-71
5.45pm The Sky Bet Extra Places Every Day Stakes (Handicap) - 7f
Pages 73-75
Thanks to the Go Racing in Yorkshire Summer Festival sponsors
All races covered by Races 1,2 & 3 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.
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 budgets. We source Cryer and Stott for cheese). You may notice that our sandwich packaging is biodegradable raceday None of the restaurants, bistros and buffets mentioned below requires pre-booking we’d suggest going early Enjoy your food and do let us know how we can keep improving.
County Stand
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
PREMIERRACINGLOUNGE
A reserved lounge with allocated seats. Sold out today, visit yorkracecourse.co.uk for future days HOL FREE VIEWING
ound, First & Fifth which is on the scrummy cakes. Also Stand picnic platters.
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 for £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 today, visit yorkracecourse.co.uk for future days
PARADE RING RESTAURANT
Situated on the top floor of the Weighing Room, provides a fine dining experience. Sold out today, 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.
FOOD & DRINK FREE ZONES COUNTY STAND
SEAFOOD OPTION CHILDREN ESPECIALLY WELCOME MEAL DEAL LOCATION MD
many products locally, (e.g. The East Coast for fish, The biodegradable and that we recycle 10 tonnes of glass on a pre-booking although many are popular at busy times so improving.
Grandstand & Paddock
York Kitchen & Café offers a range of hot meals, including deep-filled Yorkshire puddings, homemade pies, 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.
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR VISIT
CHAMPAGNE OF THE MEETING
TRIPS TO THE START
Racegoers are invited to join our expert guide for a minibus trip to the start. To register for this free trip or to find out more, see our guide by the thatched hut near the Winner’s Enclosure before 1.15pm today.
CHILDREN AT YORK RACES
Baby-Changing facilities are available in a purpose-built facility on the ground floors of both Knavesmire & Ebor stands.
We welcome children in our main restaurants, and in the Gimcrack Restaurant we offer a half price option for under 12s. Wherever you can buy food we also can provide juice for children.
Our Parent and Toddler room, situated opposite the main Ebor Stand entrance in the Library Rooms, allows parents and children some quiet time away. A microwave is provided to warm bottles and televisions provide coverage of racing. 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.
OLYMPICS
Coverage of the Olympics 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: £44
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.
TEST CRICKET
England vs West Indies on selected televisions on stands side.
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:
R FAHEY (29 wins from 444 runners, 7%) runs DARE TO HOPE and ROCK OPERA and INTERNATIONAL GIRL (2.40), STORMY IMPACT (4.00), MY HARRISON GEORGE (4.35), SHE’S A GAMBLER (5.40).
K RYAN (27 wins from 301 runners, 9%) runs BERGERAC (2.40), BEAUTY QUEEN (4.00), ONLY IN JAKARTA (5.40).
D O’MEARA (24 wins from 376 runners, 6%) runs SOUL SEEKER (2.05), MAE AMOR (4.00), HORTZADAR and ZOZIMUS (4.35), CHARGING THUNDER (5.10).
J & T GOSDEN (24 wins from 110 runners, 22%) runs THEORY OF TIDES (5.10).
K R BURKE (23 wins from 208 runners, 11%) runs KORKER and SILKY WILKIE (2.40), ROYAL RHYME (3.15), GREYDREAMBELIEVER (4.00).
Trainers In Form
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
D O’MEARA (11 wins from 49 runners, 22%) runners listed above.
K R BURKE (9 wins from 61 runners, 15%) runners listed above.
S & E CRISFORD (7 wins from 24 runners, 29%) runs ZIPSTER (5.40).
G BOUGHEY (7 wins from 34 runners, 21%) runs BRASIL POWER (4.35).
R HANNON (7 wins from 65 runners, 11%) runs DAPPER VALLEY (2.40)
Top Course Jockeys
LEADING JOCKEYS AT YORK (2019-2024) WITH RIDES:
LEADING JOCKEYS AT YORK (2019-2024) WITH RIDES:
DANIEL TUDHOPE (32 wins from 277 rides, 12%) rides BRAZEN BOLT (2.40), ANCIENT ROME (3.15), BEAUTY QUEEN (4.00), ZOZIMUS (4.35), CHARGING THUNDER (5.10), MARMADUKE LEMON (5.40).
CONNOR BEASLEY (18 wins from 132 rides, 14%) rides FERROUS (2.40), BOY DOUGLAS (4.35), RON O (5.10), MISEMERALD (5.40).
JIM CROWLEY (16 wins from 100 rides, 16%) rides ALFLAILA (3.15), WAR CHANT (4.35).
CLIFFORD LEE (11 wins from 100 rides, 11%) rides SILKY WILKIE (2.40), ROYAL RHYME (3.15), GREYDREAMBELIEVER (4.00), SIAM FOX (4.35), MERESIDE MADNESS (5.40).
P J MCDONALD (11 wins from 116 rides, 9%) rides LOOPEY (4.00), EAGLE DAY (4.35), BILL’S BAAR (5.40).
Jockeys In Form
MOST WINS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS:
CALLUM SHEPHERD (7 wins from 46 rides, 15%) rides TREFOR (2.40), KING’S GAMBIT (3.15), BRASIL POWER (4.35), ZIPSTER (5.40).
DANIEL TUDHOPE (7 wins from 34 rides, 21%) rides listed above.
P J MCDONALD (7 wins from 33 rides, 21%) rides listed above.
ASSISTANT HEAD GROUNDSMAN, FRIEND York Racecourse lost one its best earlier this month, R.I.P Kev, you will be much missed.
ADRIAN SHARPE (Chief Steward)
ROSIE PEARSON (Stewards’ Panel Chair)
HOLLY CRAWFORD
BETH DOWSWELL
MICHAEL EYRE
PHILIPPA HARDY
TOMAS O’BRIEN Starters
RYAN COLLEY
STUART TURNER
Judge
DI CLARK
Clerk of the Scales
WAYNE BURNELL
Commentator
MALCOLM TOMLINSON
Veterinary Officer
JOCELYN HABERSHON-BUTCHER
Medical Officers
DR JONATHAN BULMAN
DR CHRIS HARDING
DR LESLEY KILSHAW
DR JOHN ADAMS
DR PATRICK WYNN Veterinary Surgeons
GEMMA DRANSFIELD
MATTHEW SWARBRICK
BRIAN REED Betting Ring Managers
MARK RYAN
STEPHEN RANN
CLIFF MORRISSEY Farriers
JAMES HARDIE
SCOTT MACKIE
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.
You may
P RLEZ-VOUS
R CING?
ESSENTIAL RACING PHRASES FOR THE BEGINNER
It could be easy to be put off by the weird and wonderful words and phrases banded around the racecourse, but in fact, its all part of the fun.
Like a tourist in a foreign country, the novice racegoer soon picks up enough of the language to get by, and then rapidly becomes fluent.
The following terms will provide any newcomer, keen to enhance their language skills, with just enough of the jargon to sound like a ‘local’:
RACING SPEAK
ENGLISH
ALLOWANCE: The weight concession the horse is given to compensate for its rider’s inexperience.
AMATEUR: (Rider) on racecards, their names are usually prefixed by Mr, Mrs, etc. To indicate their amateur licence holder status.
ANTE-POST:
Betting (usually for the most important races) days or even months before the race is due to take place.
APPRENTICE: Young jockey tied by annually renewed contract to a licensed trainer while they are learning.
BACKWARD: Young horse which needs time to mature.
CLERK OF THE COURSE:...Official in charge of running the racing programme, at York it is Anthea Leigh.
CLERK OF THE SCALES:....Key in the delivery of a successful racing operation, Wayne Burnell 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. Meaning all the runners in our 4th race
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).
TRIFECTA:..............................The premise of a Tote Trifecta is to back the three horses who finish first, second and third in the race of your choice.
UNDER STARTERS’
ORDERS: ................................Occurs when the race is about to start.
VOICE IN THE SKY:..............The commentator, listen out for Malcolm Tomlinson this afternoon.
WEIGH OUT/WEIGH IN:.....Weighing jockey before and after race to ensure correct weight has been carried.
YEARLING: ............................Horse of either sex from 1 January to 31 December of the year following its birth.
ollow a ider or rainer of your choosing:
JOCKEYS
D ALLAN
4.35 Barley (IRE) T Easterby
5.10 Masekela (IRE) T Easterby
5.40 Alfie Boy T Easterby
C BEASLEY
2.40 Ferrous (IRE) J Channon
4.35 Boy Douglas (IRE) M Dods
5.10 Ron O R Craggs
5.40 Misemerald (IRE) Mrs P Kirby
T BELLAMY
2.05 Reigning Profit (IRE) R Carr
C BEWLEY
2.05 Whisky McGonagall (IRE) ....................... T Easterby
C BISHOP
2.40 Rage Of Bamby (IRE) E J-Houghton
J BOWEN
2.05 Woobay (IRE) D Brooke
S BOWEN
2.05 Zarzyni (IRE) D & N Barron
H BROOKE
2.05 Another Baar A P Keatley
R CHAPMAN
2.05 Ghathanfar (IRE) T Waggott
J CROWLEY
3.15 Alflaila
O Burrows
4.35 War Chant (IRE) R Guest
C DEUTSCH
2.05 Faro De San Juan (IRE) D Cunha
R T DUNNE
2.05 Fortunate Star (IRE) D Carroll
T EAVES
2.40 Bergerac (IRE) K Ryan
4.35 Power Of Gold
J & S Quinn
5.40 Only In Jakarta (IRE) K Ryan
A ELLIOTT
5.40 Scarlet Lady P McBride
J ENGLAND
2.05 Birkenhead P Midgley
A FARRAGHER
4.35 Speriamo P McBride
5.40 Istanblue (FR) A Murphy
D FENTIMAN
2.40 Manila Scouse T Easterby
5.40 Finn Ironside C Lidster
B GARRITTY
4.00 Glorious Kitty (IRE) M & D Easterby
4.35 Berkshire Phantom (IRE) F McSharry
5.10 Two Brothers.........................................M & D Easterby
E GREATREX
5.10 City Burglar R Beckett
J HAMILTON
2.05 Glendown (IRE) T Easterby
N F HOULIHAN
2.05 Bayraat T Tate
B HUGHES
2.05 Princess Karine B Smart
S JAMES
2.40 Korker (IRE)
K R Burke
5.40 Alreet Cha (IRE) C Lidster
A KEELEY
2.40 International Girl (IRE) R Fahey
4.00 Spherical R Varian
4.35 English Spirit H Main
R KINGSCOTE
2.40 Radio Goo Goo D Evans
3.15 Passenger (USA) Sir M Stoute
4.00 Mae Amor (IRE) D O’Meara
4.35 Hortzadar D O’Meara
5.10 Ziggy H Eustace
5.40 Crimson Spirit D & C Kubler
C LEE
2.40 Silky Wilkie (IRE) K R Burke
3.15 Royal Rhyme (IRE) K R Burke
4.00 Greydreambeliever (IRE) K R Burke
4.35 Siam Fox (IRE) K Frost
5.40 Mereside Madness (IRE) D & N Barron
P J MCDONALD
4.00 Loopey (IRE) M Appleby
4.35 Eagle Day (IRE) P Evans
5.40 Bill’s Baar (IRE) A P Keatley
D MCMENAMIN
2.05 Never Dark I Jardine
N MOSCROP
2.05 Golden Rainbow R Menzies
A MULLEN
2.40 Rock Opera R Fahey
4.35 My Harrison George (IRE) R Fahey
5.40 Modern Times I Jardine
M G NOLAN
2.05 Soul Seeker (IRE) D O’Meara
O ORR
2.40 Dare To Hope (IRE) R Fahey
4.00 Stormy Impact R Fahey
4.35 Al Marmar (IRE) G Tutty
5.40 She’s A Gambler (IRE) R Fahey
A PINNA
4.35 Master Of Combat (IRE) K Frost
S QUINLAN
2.05 Leodis Dream (IRE) P Midgley
H REED
2.05 Eeh Bah Gum (IRE) M Appleby
B SAYETTE
5.10 Theory Of Tides J & T Gosden
R SCOTT
4.35 Theme Park N Tinkler
R SEXTON
2.40 Badri J Camacho
C SHEPHERD
2.40 Trefor (IRE) C Hills
3.15 King’s Gambit (IRE) H Charlton
4.35 Brasil Power (FR) G Boughey
5.40 Zipster (IRE) S & E Crisford
C J TODD
2.05 Night On Earth (IRE) I Williams
D TUDHOPE
2.40 Brazen Bolt.................................................. J & S Quinn
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.
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 evening 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.
What about during the music?
There is a dedicated viewing platform to the east of the stage, please use the space with consideration for others.
Examples of viewing platforms both around the Parade Ring and trackside
CORNER
SAY THE SILKS
Can you name the owners from the silks graphics?
FILL IN THE BLANKS
Can you work out the missing information from the 2011 Sky Bet York Stakes? (Clue: We know it is not necessarily the finishing, 1-2-3)
Race 1 1.15 6f
1 Al Misbar (IRE) 9-2
2 Back In Black (IRE) 9-2
3 Echalar (IRE) 9-2
4 Fire Flame (GB) 9-2
5 Letsbeatsepsis (GB) 9-2
6 Noble Guest (GB) 9-2
7 Our Terms (GB) 9-2
ASCOT
Race 6 4.15
Al Qudra (IRE) 9-5
Brian (IRE) 9-5
Chancellor (GB) 9-5
Dividend (GB) 9-5
New Century (GB) 9-5 Race 7 4.50 1m
Sean (GER) 10-3
Raadobarg (IRE) 9-10
Baradar (IRE) 9-9 4 Silver Sword (GB) 9-9
Elnajmm (GB) 9-7
Bopedro (FR) 9-7
Tempus (GB) 9-7 8 Sterling Knight (GB) 9-4
Tolstoy (IRE) 8-11
Bennetot (IRE) 8-11
Blasket (IRE) 8-11
Obelix (GB) 8-11
CHESTER
Race 8 5.25 5f
1 Albasheer (IRE) 9-12
2 Spangled Mac (IRE) 9-11
3 Woodhay Wonder (GB) 9-8
4 Bond Chairman (GB) 9-6
5 Pepsi Cat (IRE) 9-4
6 Woolhampton (IRE) 9-2
7 Emperor Spirit (IRE) 9-1
8 Existent (GB) 9-1
9 Two Tribes (GB) 9-0
10 Muker (IRE) 8-12
11 Brave Nation (IRE) 8-9
12 Harry Brown (GB) 8-6
13 Call Me Ginger (GB) 8-3
Race 1 2.10 7f 1y
1 Amor Cordis (IRE) 9-7
2 By The Glass (GB) 9-7
3 Matharu (IRE) 9-7
4 Seagolazo (IRE) 9-7
5 Sundown Kid (GB) 9-7
6 Wiltshire Lad (IRE) 9-7
Race 2 2.45 1m 4f 63y
1 Green Team (FR) 10-3
2 Lincoln Rockstar (IRE) 10-2
3 Grey Fable (IRE) 9-11
4 Ready To Shine (IRE) 9-10
5 Lhebayeb (GER) 9-9
6 Naturalia (GB) 9-5
7 Hot Team (IRE) 9-5
8 Infinite Honour (GB) 9-1
Race 3 3.20 7f 127y
1 Light Speed (IRE) 10-2
2 Evocative Spark (IRE) 10-1
3 Island Native (IRE) 10-1
4 Saturnalia (GER) 10-0
5 Dembe (GB) 9-13
6 Lahab (GB) 9-12
7 Oso Rapido (IRE) 9-10
8 Tobetso (IRE) 9-10
9 Vince Le Prince (GB) 9-8
10 Wyvern (GB) 9-8
11 Saviour (IRE) 9-6
12 Once Adaay (GB) 9-4
13 Rainwater (GB) 9-1
Race 4 4.05
6f 17y
1 Action Point (IRE) 9-9
2 Matters Most (GB) 9-9
3 Warm Spell (IRE) 9-3
4 Garfield Shadow (IRE) 9-3
5 Irish Nectar (GB) 8-13
6 Eye of Dubai (GB) 8-12
7 Beyond Borders (IRE) 8-9
8 Media Shooter (GB) 8-9
9 Balon d’Or (GB) 8-5
10 Knicks (IRE) 8-3
Race 5 4.40 5f 15y
1 Secret Mistral (GB) 10-1
2 Habooba (USA) 10-0
3 Count d’Orsay (IRE) 9-12
4 Maharajas Express (GB) 9-12
5 Ecclesiastical (GB) 9-11
6 Bang On The Bell (GB) 9-11
7 Rogue Thunder (GB) 9-11
8 Doctor Vuby (IRE) 9-8
9 High Velocity (IRE) 9-7
10 Object (GB) 9-6
11 Lotus Rose (GB) 9-1
12 Red Walls (GB) 8-9
Race 6 5.20 5f 15y
1 Hyperfocus (IRE) 10-2
2 Arecibo (FR) 9-12
3 The Thames Boatman (GB) 9-12
4 Dickieburd (GB) 9-9
5 Almaty Star (IRE) 9-8
6 Due For Luck (IRE) 9-8
7 Accrual (GB) 9-8
8 Grace Angel (GB) 9-8
9 G’Day Mate (GB) 9-7
10 Nazron (IRE) 9-7
11 Paws For Thought (IRE) 9-7
12 King of Tonga (IRE) 9-2
Race 7 5.50 1m 2f 70y
1 Theoryofeverything (GB)10-4
2 Dream Harder (IRE) 10-1
3 Sniper’s Eye (FR) 9-7
4 Grey Cuban (GB) 9-7
5 More Thunder (IRE) 9-6
6 Mysteryofthesands (GB) 8-8
7 Double Jump (GB) 8-8
Runners & Riders
The Sodexo Live! Princess Margaret Stakes
(Group 3)
Six Furlongs (6F) (1,200 metres)
1 Alice Fairfax (GB) (41)
B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Subaana (IRE) (Cape Cross (IRE))
Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
2 Aviation Time (IRE) (21)
B f Sands of Mali (FR) - Lady Correspondent (USA) (War Front (USA))
Owner: Bronte Collection 1
Trainer: Richard Hughes, Upper Lambourn
3 Betty Clover (GB) (38)
Gr f Time Test - Reprieval (FR) (Kendargent (FR))
Owner: Miss E. Johnson Houghton
Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury
4 Definitive (GB) (23)
B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Atlantic Drift (Oasis Dream)
Isa Salman Al Khalifa Trainer: Clive Cox, Hungerford
5 Handcuffed (GB) (23)
B or Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Make Fast (Makfi)
HM The King &
6 Mandurah (IRE) (29)
B f Kingman - Mandiana (FR) (Siyouni (FR))
William Buick
41 D
Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
3. Betty Clover, 4. Definitive, 5. Handcuffed, 6. Mandurah, 8. Simmering & 9. Tales Of The Heart all hold an entry in the Group Two Sky Bet Lowther Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Thursday 22nd August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Friday 16th August for a stake of £20,000.
Distance: 5f
1st Race 2.05
The Sky Bet “Jump Jockeys Nunthorpe”
Stakes (To be ridden by Professional Jump Jockeys)
Five Furlongs (1,000 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 4+
Stalls: Farside
This special race is set over the same distance as the Group 1 Coolmore Wootton Bassett Nunthorpe run at our Sky Bet Ebor Festival in August, just five furlongs. However, even though this is the shortest distance in racing, this isn’t what makes this special.
All the horses today will be ridden by professional jump jockeys. Watch from the rails as these jockeys tackle the flying five furlongs of the Knavesmire, it could be as fast as they’ll go all season.
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. See how Soul Seeker has both initials after his name having won this very race twice already
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: SOUL SEEKER
Trainer: David O’Meara
Jockey: Micheal Nolan
Age/Weight: 6-10-12
Runners: 19 SP:25/1
Regained his 2021 crown 12 months ago after receiving a change up in headgear Quickly got to the front and was not for passing under an accomplished ride by Michael Nolan.
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): D O’Meara (24 wins from 376 runners, 6%) runs SOUL SEEKER
Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D O’Meara (11 wins from 49 runners, 22%) runs SOUL SEEKER
Weightwatcher: GHATHANFAR won off a handicap mark of 83, his rating is now down 13lb to 70
Fancy That: D O’Meara won this race in 2021 and 2023. The stable runs SOUL SEEKER today.
Longest Traveller: FARO DE SAN JUAN trained by D Cunha, Newmarket, 163 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 25th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
WOOBAY deservedly regain the winning thread at Ripon earlier in the month and a 2lb rise could prove to be lenient as she looks to follow up at a track that should suit her early speed. Zarzyni is also a key player, having hinted at a return to the winner’s enclosure on a couple of occasions this season, while Night On Earth is another capable sort on his day. Course-regular Ghathanfar is also noted, along with the unexposed Whisky McGonagall and Princess Karine
The Sky Bet “Jump Jockeys Nunthorpe” Stakes
1
Never Dark (GB) (15)
B g No Nay Never (USA) - Dark Missile
Owner: Alison Walker Sarah Cousins
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Distance: 5f
Race Type: Handicap (61-80)
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 4+
Stalls: Farside
7 11-11 (74.8) (13)
Jockey: Danny McMenamin
Form: 043310 D Breeder: Littleton Stud
Has won eight races at 5f on ground varying from good to soft and on the all-weather Beaten 6l behind The Coffee Pod at 15-2 when eighth of 11 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 20-1
2
Zarzyni (IRE) (30)
B g Siyouni (FR) - Zunera (IRE)
Owner: MrLaurenceO’Kane/HarrowgateBloodstockLtd
Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk
7 11-11 (74.8) (5)
Jockey: Sean Bowen
Form: 002020 D
Breeder: His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.
He has won three times from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft, but last win was over two years ago Beaten 11l behind Jordan Electrics at 9-4 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 14-1
3
Night On Earth (IRE) (20)
B g Kodiac - Eternal View (IRE)
Owner: Mr Spencer Coomes
Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch
6 11-10 (74.4) (4)
Jockey: Charlie Todd
Form: 154045 D
Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Has won ten races at 5f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2 1/2l behind The Thames Boatman when fifth of 9 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Chelmsford City over 5f earlier this month. Has won at Epsom and Lingfield this season. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 12-1
4
Princess Karine (GB) (22)
B m Aclaim (IRE) - Hakuraa (IRE)
Owner: Mr N. Derbyshire & Partner
Trainer: Bryan Smart, Hambleton
5 11-10 (74.4) (11)
Jockey: Brian Hughes
Form: 414303 D
Breeder: Crossfields Bloodstock Ltd
She has won four times at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Third of 5 behind Harvanna beaten 1 1/2l at 13-2 on her latest outing at Doncaster over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 16-1
5 Faro de San Juan (IRE) (7)
B g Almanzor (FR) - Fixette (IRE)
Owner: Quest Thoroughbreds & Jack Thomas
Trainer: Dylan Cunha, Newmarket
Jockey: Charlie Deutsch
Form: 404-036 D Breeder: Lynch Bages Ltd
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good and good to soft ground. Finished 6l behind Dashing Dick when sixth of 9 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 22-1
6
Strong Johnson (IRE) (24)
B g Le Cadre Noir (IRE) - Isabella Rose (IRE)
Owner: Taylor’s Bloodstock Ltd
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow
(17)
Jockey: Sam Twiston-Davies
Form: 630455 D
Breeder: David Mooney
Has won eight races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to yielding and on the all-weather Finished 1 3/4l behind Jehangeer when fifth of 9 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 74 SP: 14-1
7
Reigning Profit (IRE) (15)
Ch g Profitable (IRE) - Reign (IRE)
Owner: The Chancers
Trainer: Ruth Carr, Stillington
(19)
Jockey: Tom Bellamy
Form: 236624 D
Breeder: Rosemont Stud Pty Ltd
Winner of five races at 5f on ground varying from good to soft and on the all-weather Finished 4l behind Hyperfocus when fourth of 6 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 16-1
Br g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Cuis Ghaire (IRE)
Owner: Mr W. J. Laws
Trainer: Tracy Waggott, Spennymoor
Jockey: Ross Chapman
Form: 323030 CD
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
Winner of seven races from 5f to 7f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago Beaten 4l behind Profitable Edge at 5-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 70 SP: 18-1
9
Leodis Dream (IRE) (19)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Paddy Again (IRE)
Owner: Ged Shields & Sandfield Racing
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow
(15)
Jockey: Sean Quinlan
Form: 60-1200 D
Breeder: R & M Bloodstock
Has won nine races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather Beaten 3l behind Woobay at 8-1 when seventh of 13 on his latest outing at Ripon over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 70 SP: 22-1
10
Whisky McGonagall (IRE) (97)
B g Camacho - Laila Honiwillow
Owner: Reality Partnerships VI
(18)
Jockey: Callum Bewley
Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton Form: 10-2010 D BF
Successful twice at 5f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather Well beaten at 4-1jt-fav behind American Affair when last of 12 on his latest outing at Musselburgh over 5f (good to soft) in April. Official BHA Rating 69 SP: 14-1
11
Another Baar (GB) (10)
B g Mayson - Rapid Recruit (IRE)
Owner: Ontoawinner Andy Finneran Richard Porter
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
Jockey: Henry Brooke
Form: 0-00500 D Breeder: Bolton Grange
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and soft ground. Beaten 2 3/4l behind Abruzzo Mia at 25-1 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing at Thirsk over 7f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 69 SP: 25-1
12
Soul Seeker (IRE) (19)
B g Oasis Dream - Mad About You (IRE)
Owner: C.T.P, Rasio Cymru & Northern Monkeys
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
(6)
Jockey: Micheal Nolan
Form: 000400 CD Breeder: Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd
Has won eight races at 5f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 7l behind Woobay at 18-1 when 11th of 13 on his latest outing at Ripon over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 68 SP: 22-1
13
Woobay (IRE) (19)
B m Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Queenofthenorth (IRE)
Owner: Mr J. A. Swinbank
Trainer: Danny Brooke, Middleham
5 10-13
(8)
Jockey: James Bowen
Form: 20-0621 D
Breeder: Deer Forest Stud
Successful twice at 5f on good and good to soft ground. Won on her latest outing when 9-2fav at Ripon over 5f (good) earlier this month, beating Our Absent Friends by a head. Official BHA Rating 68 SP: 15-2
14
Birkenhead (GB) (25)
B g Captain Gerrard (IRE) - Vilnius
Owner: Chris Priestley & ged shields
Trainer: Paul Midgley, Westow
10-12 (68.9) (16)
Jockey: Jonathan England
Form: 353121 CD
Breeder: Mike Channon Bloodstock Limited
Has won nine races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather Won on his latest outing when 11-10fav at Lingfield over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month, beating Nordic Glory by 1 1/4l. Has also won at Catterick this season. Official BHA Rating 67 SP: 16-1
15
Glendown (IRE) (14)
B g Bungle Inthejungle - Elhaam (IRE)
Owner: Ontoawinner 10 & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
10-11 (68.5) (1)
Jockey: Jamie Hamilton
Form: 10-0040
Breeder: M Brigid B Ltd
He has won three times at 6f on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 18l behind Ray Vonn at 50-1 when last of 18 on his latest outing here over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 66 SP: 40-1
16 Eeh Bah Gum (IRE) (7)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Moonline Dancer (FR)
Owner: Mr Nick Rhodes
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham
10-10 (68.0) (12)
Jockey: Harry Reed
Form: 000-500 CD
Breeder: Tom and Hazel Russell
Has won nine races at 5f on good to firm and good ground Beaten 10l behind Dandy Dinmont at 40-1 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 65 SP: 40-1
17 Bayraat (GB) (15)
8 10-9 (67.6) (3)
B g Heeraat (IRE) - Baymist Jockey: Niall Houlihan
Owner: T T Racing
Trainer: Tom Tate, Tadcaster
Form: 3230-00
Breeder: D. F. Spence
A winner at 6f on good to firm ground Beaten 4 1/2l behind The Coffee Pod at 22-1 when seventh of 11 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 64 SP: 18-1
18
Fortunate Star (IRE) (7)
4 10-8 (67.1) (14)
Ch g Unfortunately (IRE) - Effusive Jockey: Robert Dunne
Owner: Mr Ray Flegg & Mr John Bousfield
Trainer: Declan Carroll, Malton
Form: 415000 D
Breeder: Mr Peter Grimes
Successful twice at 5f on good and soft ground. Beaten 8l behind Dandy Dinmont at 18-1 when 9th of 12 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 63 SP: 33-1
19 Golden Rainbow (GB) (5)
B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Stereophonic (IRE)
Owner: Holmfirth Racing
Trainer: Rebecca Menzies, Sedgefield
5 10-7 (66.7) (2)
Jockey: Nathan Moscrop
Form: 013110 D BF
Breeder: Minster Stud & Stratford Place Stud
Winner of seven races at 5f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 4l behind Refuge at 4-1fav when eighth of 12 on his latest outing at Beverley over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. Has won 3 times this season.
Official BHA Rating 62 SP: 12-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 19 ..........................................................................................(EXACTA)
Visor worn by No 7, 14 Tongue Strap worn by No 5, 12, 15 Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 19 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 8, 12, 15.
STEWARDS NOTE
WHISKY MCGONAGALL: Following its run on 21/4/2024 it was reported that the horse was struck into PROBABLE S.P.’S
15-2 Woobay (IRE), 12-1 Night On Earth (IRE), Golden Rainbow (GB), 14-1 Zarzyni (IRE), Strong Johnson (IRE), Whisky McGonagall (IRE), 16-1 Princess Karine (GB), Reigning Profit (IRE), Birkenhead (GB), 18-1 Ghathanfar (IRE), Bayraat (GB), 20-1 Never Dark (GB), 22-1 Faro de San Juan (IRE), Leodis Dream (IRE), Soul Seeker (IRE), 25-1 Another Baar (GB), 33-1 Fortunate Star (IRE), 40-1 Glendown (IRE), Eeh Bah Gum (IRE)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY
FIRST RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by James Waterhouse, Director of Business Intelligence and Data Strategy
Sky Bet have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £100 to the groom responsible for the winning horse.
The York Race Committee wishes to offer special thanks to the Trustees of the British European Breeder’s Fund for their generous support of 22 races, spread across the seventeen-day York season.
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 (worth £250) plus £2,500 for the stable to share and a Christmas Party here at York in December.
East Tyrone just edged out his rivals to keep Kevin Ryan in front, of what is shaping up to be an excellent championship.
Champion: Richard Fahey
The Longines Valiant Stakes (Group 3)
Mile (Abt 8F) (1,500 metres)
1 Doom (GB) (38)
B f Dubawi (IRE) - Dank (Dansili)
Owner: Mr James Wigan Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket
2 Julia Augusta (GB) (20)
B m Ulysses (IRE) - Empress Livia (Paco Boy (IRE))
Owner: Mr J. C. G. Chua Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
3 Naomi Lapaglia (GB) (20)
B f Awtaad (IRE) - Hawaafez (Nayef (USA))
Owner: Edward Babington & Phil Cunningham Trainer: Richard Spencer, Newmarket
4 Sirona (GER) (15)
B f Soldier Hollow - Si Luna (GER) (Kallisto (GER))
Owner: Dash Grange Stud Trainer: David Menuisier, Pulborough
5 Thornbrook (IRE) (16)
B f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Lillebonne (FR) (Danehill Dancer (IRE))
Owner: By The Way Partnership Trainer: Joseph Patrick O’Brien, Ireland
6 Devoted Queen (GB) (71)
B f Kingman - Fintry (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket
7 Friendly Soul (GB) (73)
Ryan Moore
B f Kingman - In Clover (Inchinor) Jockey: Kieran Shoemark
Owner: Mr George Strawbridge
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket Form: 1-10 D BF
8 Soprano (IRE) (21)
Ch f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Lealas Daughter (IRE) (Excelebration (IRE))
Owner: Highclere Thoroughbred Racing - Da Vinci
Trainer: George Boughey, Newmarket
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS
George Strawbridge
8-11 (55.8) (5)
Billy Loughnane
5
Hood worn by No 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 5. STEWARDS NOTE FRIENDLY SOUL: Following its run on 15/5/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed throughout. PROBABLE S.P.’S
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 recent update on the entry of Japanese St Leger winner, Durezza, owned by Carrot Farm Co Syndicate and trained by Tomohito Ozeki. The horse is set to arrive in Newmarket at the beginning of August and the team 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 has been indicated as a likely runner and so 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 however the Juddmonte International is the route that connections seem to be favouring at present. 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.
Ilinois
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 Quinn’s, both have strong looking hands a this stage.
Shareholder
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, especially after the recent publication of the weights, is that you can make a case for all twenty-two who finally make the stalls, with Harbour Wind, Belloccio and Alsakib vying for market favouritism. 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 took the Curragh race for Jessica Harrington however the yard seem more likely to send Yashin. Middle Earth runs in the King George VI and is set to stay a Group race contender. Klondike impressed back in June, so much so that the Somerville Lodge operation are mulling whether the weight allocated to him is competitive. 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.
Asfoora
Crystal Delight
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THE SKY BET YORK STAKES
It was in 2006, a year after we hosted Royal Ascot, that York Racecourse announced the birth of a new Group 2, the Sky Bet York Stakes, now the sporting centrepiece of Music Showcase Saturday.
It has, quite simply, gone from strength to strength since the three-year-old Best Alibi, trained by Sir Michael Stoute and ridden by Ryan Moore, took the inaugural running, ahead of Hattan and Crocodile Dundee
The North needed a new, high summer middle distance Group race with the Scottish Derby disappearing from the programme We think that staging it here has worked on so many levels, not just the fact it is in the right place in the programme - as a “trial” for the big money Juddmonte International over course and distance, three and a half weeks later.
In fact, Twice Over, in the colours of the late Prince Khalid Abdullah, did that very double, in 2011.
Shadwell has historically been well represented in the race, winning it in 2013 with Mukhadram and in 2019 with Elarqam. This year connections are represented once again by Alflaila for trainer Owen Burrows. A winner of the 2019 Sky Bet and Symphony Strensall Stakes, the now five-year-old has good course form and bids to be the first to defend the title Were Jim Crowley to guide him home in front, then it would be four wins for the Shadwell team.
Twice Over
The 2019 renewal was certainly a memorable race when Elarqam kept the prize, for the only time so far, in Yorkshire for trainer Mark Johnston. The horse, who had won his Maiden on debut on the track proved far too good for the runner up that day - a certain Addeybb, now a multiple Group One winner from Berkshire to Australia.
If you need any more evidence in support of the Sky Bet York Stakes then just ask trainer David O’Meara, whose long-standing stable star, Lord Glitters, was third behind Aspetar, trained by Roger Charlton and ridden by Jason Watson. O’Meara’s Mondialiste, in the same ownership, finished second in both 2016 and 2017 White Rose hopes this year rest on Royal Rhyme for Middleham’s Karl Burke.
And this is that rare UK pattern race in being one Aidan O’Brien has never won. Back in 2007, when amazingly the ground rode heavy, his Eagle Mountain finished second, but winning it has eluded him... so far. Neither Ballydoyle nor any other Irish yard is represented today, so the wait for an Aidan O’Brien winner goes on.
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Success Days defeats Mondialiste in 2017
The Sky Bet Dash
The Sky Bet Dash
Six Furlongs (1,200 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Handicap
Rating: 0-105
Prize Money: £75,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Farside
A handicap by conditions but valuable enough for high class horses that may also perform well at the higher level of races.
This time for 3yo+ horses, rated up to 105 (as for the Test cricketers, a century denotes class). The shorter distance of only six furlongs usually makes for a tight finish.
Listen to the Punters panel at 1.10pm for some tips
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: ABERAMA GOLD
Trainer: David O’Meara
Jockey: Mark Winn
Age/Weight: 6-8-12
Runners: 15 SP: 7/1
Was rated 2lb lower than when finishing a good fifth in the race a year prior Raced in the near-side group before producing a tidy turn of foot to land the prize.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
Racing Post Standard Time: 1m 10s
Course Record: 1m 8.23s by Mince (09-Sep-12)
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 444 runners, 7%) runs DARE TO HOPE and INTERNATIONAL GIRL and ROCK OPERA Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (9 wins from 61 runners, 15%) runs KORKER and SILKY WILKIE Weightwatcher: BADRI won off a handicap mark of 100, his rating is now down 6lb to 94.
Fancy That: T Easterby won this race in 2017 and 2018. The stable runs MANILA SCOUSE today. Longest Traveller: DAPPER VALLEY trained by R Hannon, Marlborough, 212 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 25th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
A determined winner over course and distance last season, RADIO GOO GOO may not get too much competition for the lead from a low draw and has been in particularly good form of late. Ground conditions look ideal as well and she is narrowly preferred to the progressive Trefor, who was impressive when scoring at Newmarket. Silky Wilkie has become well handicapped, while Ferrous and Manila Scouse cannot be ruled out either
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Handicap (0-105)
Prize Money: £75,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Farside
1 Korker (IRE) (14)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Adaptation
Owner: Fine Claret Racing,Mrs Burke & Mr C Wood
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
5 9-12 (62.6) (3)
Form: 040304 C
Breeder: Ballyhane Stud Ltd
Winner of six races at 5f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy Finished 2 1/2l behind Starlust when fourth of 7 at 16-1 on his latest outing here over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 103 SP: 16-1
2
Silky Wilkie (IRE) (8)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Vasoni (IRE)
Owner: Middleham Park Racing LXXXI & E Burke
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
5 9-8 (60.8) (4)
Form: 025062 D
Breeder: Mrs Claire Doyle
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather Beaten 1/2l by Jordan Electrics when second of 9 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 6f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 99 SP: 10-1
3 Rage of Bamby (IRE) (99)
B f Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Rabiosa Fiore
Owner: Hot To Trot Racing 2 & Mrs A G Kavanagh
Trainer: Eve Johnson Houghton, Blewbury
4 9-8 (60.8) (1)
Form: 0/0250-0 D
Breeder: Az. Agr. Capannacce Di Teodora Giorgi
Successful at 6f and 7f on good ground. Beaten 13l behind Adaay In Devon at 10-1 when last of 13 on her latest outing at Bath over 5f (good) in April. Official BHA Rating 99 SP: 28-1
4
Ferrous (IRE)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Grizzel (IRE)
(35) 4 9-6 (59.9) (14)
Owner: Recycled Products Limited & Partner
Trainer: Jack Channon, West Ilsley
Form: 50-1130 D
Breeder: Merriebelle Irish Farm Ltd
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and heavy ground and on the all-weather Beaten 8l behind Unequal Love at 12-1 when 21st of 25 on his latest outing at Ascot over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 12-1
5
Badri (GB) (14)
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Penny Drops
Owner: RJH Ltd and Mr D Padgett
Trainer: Julie Camacho, Malton
7 9-3 (58.5) (10)
Form: 1-00000 D
Breeder: Mr & Mrs G. Middlebrook
Has won nine races from 5f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather Beaten 2 3/4l behind Fair Wind at 11-1 when 9th of 17 on his latest outing at Ascot over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 94 SP: 11-1
6
Brazen Bolt (GB) (15)
B g Brazen Beau (AUS) - Gladys’ Gal
Owner: Fishlake Commercial Motors Ltd
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
7 9-1 (57.6) (6)
Form: 126000 D
Breeder: Fishlake Commercial Motors Ltd
Has won nine races from 5f to 7f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 11l behind Tolstoy at 50-1 when 15th of 18 on his latest outing here over 7f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 50-1
7 Bergerac (IRE) (29)
B g Kodi Bear (IRE) - Fancy Vivid (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Angie Bailey
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
6 9-1 (57.6) (5)
Form: 556001 CD
Breeder: Mark & Caroline Hanly
Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather A winner at 5-1 at Newcastle over 5f on his latest outing last month, beating Prince of Zenda by 1 1/4l.
Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 17-2
8 Radio Goo Goo (GB) (8)
B or Gr f Havana Grey - Radio Gaga
Owner: Brian Mould, Richard Kent & Partner
Trainer: David Evans, Abergavenny
4 8-13 (56.7) (2)
Form: 513014 CD
Breeder: Allseasons Bloodstock
Winner of seven races at 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather Finished 1/2l behind Star Of Lady M when fourth of 10 at 10-1 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 6f (good) earlier this month. Has won at Chester and Ripon this season. Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 12-1
Sam James Subu Dinesh
Clifford Lee Vikram Singh
Charles Bishop Libby Gleason
Connor Beasley
Ryan Sexton Lannie Camacho
Daniel Tudhope James Scott
Tom Eaves Bhupendra Singh
Richard Kingscote Wendy Steele
9
Dare To Hope (IRE) (12)
B g Camacho - Prying Pandora (FR)
Owner: Lets Go Racing 1
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
4 8-12 (56.2) (13)
Form: 3-10230 D
Breeder: Mr Gary Aspell
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good and soft ground. Beaten 4l behind Alfa Kellenic at 13-2 when eighth of 11 on his latest outing at Ayr over 6f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 89 SP: 12-1
10
Dapper Valley (IRE) (54)
B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Colgin
Owner: Thurloe Royal Marsden Cancer Charity II
Trainer: Richard Hannon, Marlborough
3 8-9 (54.9) (8)
Form: 003-306
Breeder: Gce Farm Ltd
A winner at 5f on soft ground. Finished 7l behind Trefor when sixth of 7 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Windsor over 6f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 91 SP: 25-1
11 Trefor (IRE) (35)
B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Silk Bow
Owner: Julie Martin & David R. Martin & Partner
Trainer: Charles Hills, Lambourn
3 8-8 (54.4) (7)
Form: 46-2411 D
Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud
He has won three times at 6f on good to firm ground. A winner at 7-2 at Newmarket over 6f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Rhythm N Hooves by 3l. Has also won at Windsor this season. Official BHA Rating 90 SP: 9-2
12
Manila Scouse (GB) (8)
B g Aclaim (IRE) - Forever Excel (IRE)
Owner: Ambrose Turnbull & John Cruces
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
5 8-7 (54.0) (12)
Form: 061024 D
Breeder: Wayne Clifford
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to heavy. Finished 3 1/2l behind Jordan Electrics when fourth of 9 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Hamilton over 6f (good) earlier this month.
Official BHA Rating 84 SP: 16-1
13
International Girl (IRE) (42)
Ch m Camacho - Lady Arabella (IRE)
Owner: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
6 8-7 (54.0) (9)
Form: 202-410 CD
Breeder: Yeomanstown Stud
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground Beaten 7l behind Holkham Bay at 14-1 when 10th of 20 on her latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 84 SP: 22-1
14
Rock Opera (GB) (14)
B g Unfortunately (IRE) - Broughtons Jewel (IRE)
Owner: John Rhodes & Peter Timmins
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
4 8-3 (52.2) (11)
Form: 504210 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 Beaten 6l behind Ray Vonn at 15-2 when 9th of 18 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) earlier this month. Has won at Doncaster and Southwell this season. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 16-1
NUMBER
OF DECLARED RUNNERS 14
Blinkers worn by No 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 12. Running for the first time since Gelding No 10
STEWARDS NOTE
RAGE OF BAMBY: Following its run on 19/4/2024 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going.
FERROUS: Following its run on 22/6/2024 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
9-2 Trefor (IRE), 17-2 Bergerac (IRE), 10-1 Silky Wilkie (IRE), 11-1 Badri (GB), 12-1 Ferrous (IRE), Radio Goo Goo (GB), Dare To Hope (IRE), 16-1 Korker (IRE), Manila Scouse (GB), Rock Opera (GB), 22-1 International Girl (IRE), 25-1 Dapper Valley (IRE), 28-1 Rage of Bamby (IRE), 50-1 Brazen Bolt (GB)
Oisin Orr Ridmal Singh
Alec Voikhansky (3)
Callum Shepherd Leo Romea
Duran Fentiman Rebecca Burley
Aidan Keeley (3) Eireann Cagney
Andrew Mullen Libby Bamforth
SECOND RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Andrew Rushgrove, Commercial Cactus Lead.
Sky Bet have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £100 to the groom responsible for the winning horse.
TREAT OF THE DAY
Hannah’ serie cak
Chef Hannah’s patisserie cakes
The Sky Bet Ebor Festival
Wednesday 21 –Saturday 24 August
1 Make Me King (FR) (28)
Gr g Dark Angel (IRE) - Miss Infinity (IRE) (Rock of Gibraltar (IRE)) (in
B g Frankel - Promised Money (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE))
King Power Racing Co Ltd
Andrew Balding, Kingsclere
Gr g Caravaggio (USA) - Lady Fashion (Oasis Dream)
4 Northern Express (IRE) (14)
Ch g Zoffany (IRE) - Hint of A Tint (IRE) (Danehill Dancer (IRE))
Sekura Group
Michael Dods, Darlington
B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Happy Land (IRE) (Refuse To Bend (IRE))
Tony Perkins & Partners Trainer: David Simcock, Newmarket
8 Metal Merchant (IRE) (21)
B g Make Believe - Whipped (IRE) (Whipper (USA))
Owner: Recycled Products Limited & Partner Trainer: Jack Channon, West Ilsley
12 Summerghand (IRE) (14)
B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Kate The Great (Xaar) Jockey: Tom Marquand
Owner: Mr Salem Rashid Bin Ghadayer Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Form: 000033 Breeder: Airlie Stud
13 Fresh (GB) (15)
(18)
B g Bated Breath - Kendal Mint (Kyllachy) Jockey: Billy Loughnane Owner: Clipper Trainer: James Fanshawe, Newmarket Form: 0-50502 CD Breeder: Glebe Stud
14 Aalto (FR) (14)
8-12 (56.2) (14)
B g Zelzal (FR) - Au Dessus (Siyouni (FR)) (in 3lb ex) Jockey: Luke Morris Owner: Bell, Lyons & James Trainer: Ian Williams, Alvechurch Form: 0-24521 D Breeder: S.A.S. Elevage Du Haras de Bourgeauville
15 New Image (GB) (42)
B g Frankel - Modern Look (Zamindar (USA))
Owner: Thoroughbred British Racing Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
16 Hickory (IRE) (44)
B g Free Eagle (IRE) - Badr Al Badoor (IRE) (Acclamation)
Owner: Fred Archer Racing - Galliard Trainer: James Fanshawe, Newmarket
17 Riot (IRE) (15)
B g Kingman - Alexander Queen (IRE) (King’s Best (USA)) (in 3lb ex)
(9)
Hollie Doyle
Owner: Rasio Cymru 1 & Windmill House Racing Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley Form: 014015 D Breeder: Mountarmstrong Stud
18 Eminency (IRE) (15)
8-7 (54.0) (13)
Gr g Havana Grey - Kendamara (FR) (Kendargent (FR)) Jockey: Silvestre De Sousa
Owner: Mrs J. Morley
Trainer: Stuart Williams, Newmarket Form: 0-06245
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 18
Breeder: Awbeg Stud Unlimited
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 4. Visor worn by No. 2, 6, 12, 16. Tongue Strap worn by No. 13, 18. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 5. Visor, Tongue Strap worn by No 17 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1. STEWARDS NOTE
CARRYTHEONE: Following its run on 13/7/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run. HICKORY: Following its run on 13/6/2024 it was reported that the trainer could not explain the poor run.
RIOT: Following its run on 12/7/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
7-1 Aalto (FR), 8-1 Orazio (IRE), Billyjoh (GB), 9-1 Northern Express (IRE), 10-1 Carrytheone (GB), 11-1 Make Me King (FR), Fivethousandtoone (IRE), Summerghand (IRE), Fresh (GB), New Image (GB), 12-1 Hickory (IRE), 14-1 Metal Merchant (IRE), Divine Libra (IRE), 20-1 Bless Him (IRE), 22-1 Riot (IRE), 25-1 Ropey Guest (GB), Dancing Magic (IRE), 33-1 Eminency (IRE)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION
1st £77310 2nd £36255 3rd £18135. 4th £9060
TIME
1. Make Me King, 2. Fivethousandtoone, 5. Carrytheone 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.
DISTANCES
1. Make Me King, 5. Carrytheone, 6. Ropey Gyest, 7. Bless Him, 8. Metal Merchant, 14. Aalto & 15. New Image all hold an entry in the Clipper Handicap at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Thursday 22nd There is no supplementary stage for a handicap
The Sky Bet York Stakes FACT FILE:
1m 2f 56y
Prize money £135,000
WHERE DOES IT FIT? SOUND FAMILIAR?
As both as a Group two and a mid summer affair, it can be a testing ground for thoroughbreds who might yet make the final step up to Group One company. Often they have looked impressive early in their careers and maybe suffered an injury or just lost their way a little. For others, it can mark a step out of handicap company before the glaring spotlight of Group One contests.
Like the feature race of the day down in Berkshire, it is a middle distance affair that lets the classic generation take on their elders. This year it falls to King’s Gambit to fly the flag for the classic generation.
HAVE ANY WINNERS GONE ON TO HIGHER GLORY?
Mukhadram went on to top-level success after winning here, the Coral-Eclipse his top-level breakthrough, while Sheikhzayedroad progressed to be a high-class stayer, winning the Group 1 Northern Dancer Stakes at Woodbine on his next start and taking Group 2 Doncaster Cup and British Champions Long Distance Cup success later on in his career. Plus the below dual success for the famous Pink & Green silks of Juddmonte Farms.
Twice Over
THE JUDDMONTE CONNECTION
A little out of the usual profile for this race, Twice Over is perhaps the most successful winner of the race - already a Group 1 Champion Stakes winner (twice) and Coral-Eclipse champion, the late Prince Khalid Abdullah’s brilliant colt won the Sky Bet York Stakes on the way to Juddmonte International glory for the sponsor the following month. In becoming the first thoroughbred owned by the big race sponsor to take the August Blue Riband, there is a backhanded compliment to today’s contest, as the ideal prep race Confirming that sense of testing the trip and the track, all of today’s runners are already entered for August.
DOES AGE MATTER?
Given that 16 of the 18 winners have either been four, five or six-year-olds, then you have to say the answer is yes... to an extent.
The first winner, Best Alibi in 2006, was the only three-year-old to have won the race, while Tullius is the oldest winner of any Group 2, taking the 2015 renewal at the grand old age of seven.
Four-year-olds now have the best record, with six wins from the 18 runnings, Bangkok’s success in 2021 had tied the five and four-year-olds with five apiece. However the victory of Alflaila last year moved the four-year-olds back in front. With all but one aged four or five in the field, we will likely see one of those two age categories move into a narrow lead. King’s Gambit could become the first three-year-old since Best Alibi to win the race.
Tullius
LEADING TRAINERS?
It’s been a pretty even spread in the 18 runnings of the Sky Bet York Stakes, as there are just three trainers have two wins to their name. Saeed bin Suroor, who saddled both the 2007 winner, Stage Gift, and Kirklees to win in 2009. Roger Charlton, who trained 2020 winner, Aspetar, and the 2016 champion, Time Test Plus Andrew Balding, who joined them with Bangkok’s win in 2021 to go with Tullius victory in 2015. Owen Burrows and Sir Michael Stoute could join them with their respective runners, while Harry Charlton could carry the family name to a record three wins, courtesy of King’s Gambit.
LEADING RIDER?
Surprisingly, this race has not yet produced a dual winner from the saddle, but with the likes of Ryan Moore, Andrea Atzeni already on the roll of honour, it’s surely only a matter of time before one of these pilots takes their second Sky Bet York Stakes title None of today’s riders have won the race, so we will see a new name on the roll of honour
HOW DO YORKSHIRE STABLES FIGURE?
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In truth, not superbly - but that’s certainly not to say there hasn’t been any success for the White Rose County. Skipton-born William Haggas saddled Mukhadram to a 2013 victory, while Middleham’s Mark Johnston trained Elarqam to 2019 success The White Rose is today represented by Karl Burke, whose Middleham Park runner, Royal Rhyme, is the sole Yorkshire representative in today’s field.
Saeed bin Suroor
Jim Crowley
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The Sky Bet York Stakes (Group 2)
One Mile Two Furlongs About 56 Yards (10 Furlongs Abt 56 Yards) (2,000 metres) 1
Passenger (USA)
Jockey: Richard Kingscote Trainer: Sir Michael Stoute
(GB)
Jockey: Jim Crowley Trainer: Owen Burrows
(USA)
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope Trainer: Charles Hills
Royal Rhyme (IRE)
Jockey: Clifford Lee Trainer: K. R. Burke
Gambit (IRE)
Jockey: Callum Shepherd Trainer: Harry Charlton
3rd Race 3.15
The Sky Bet York Stakes (Group 2)
One Mile About Two Furlongs (2,000 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m 2f
Race Type: Group Two
Prize Money: £135,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Inside Rail
The Sky Bet York Stakes is part of the Pattern pyramid which denotes the best contests, Listed, Group 3, Group 2 (this race) and Group 1. This race is open to 3yo+ horses and is over a trip of ten furlongs.
Weight allowances are made for the variation in strength based on age or sex, see how the 3yo Kings Gambit has a lesser burden. A further nuance is that any horse to already won at this level (or the sole step higher) must carry additional (so called penalty) weight; meaning such a success at Chester lands Passenger with a further 3lbs.
An in-form stable could be the clue here, see the table at the beginning of this race and take a note as the winner may return for the Group One Juddmonte International on 21st August.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: ALFLAILA
Trainer: Owen Burrows
Jockey: Andrea Atzeni
Age/Weight: 4-9-8
Runners: 5 SP: 5/1
Took a keen hold in the early stages under Andrea Atzeni when positioned at the back of the pack. Made good headway down the straight to just hold the challenge of My Prospero.
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): K R Burke (23 wins from 208 runners, 11%) runs ROYAL RHYME Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): K R Burke (9 wins from 61 runners, 15%) runs ROYAL RHYME Longest Traveller: KING’S GAMBIT trained by H Charlton, Beckhampton, 212 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 25th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
The unexposed PASSENGER may have a 3lb penalty to overcome for an impressive success in the Huxley at Chester, but he looked potentially top-class on that occasion and the second has since franked the form at Royal Ascot. A comfortable winner of this contest last year, and a slightly unlucky fourth when short of room at the start of the Prince Of Wales’s Stakes, Alflaila looks to be the main danger King’s Gambit is another to note on the rise in grade, having stormed home from off the pace to finish second in the Hampton Court.
PASSENGER Alflaila
Distance: 1m 2f Race Type: Group Two
The Sky Bet York Stakes (Group 2)
1 Passenger (USA) (78)
B c Ulysses (IRE) - Dilmun (USA)
Owner: Flaxman Stables Ireland Ltd
Trainer: Sir Michael Stoute, Newmarket
4 9-11 (62.1) (3)
Form: 1301-1 D
Breeder: Flaxman Holdings Limited
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 7-4 in the Group 2 IRE-Incentive, It Pays To Buy Irish Huxley Stakes at Chester over 1m 2f (good to firm) on his latest outing in May, beating Israr by 1 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 117 SP: 6-5
2
Alflaila (GB) (38) 5 9-8 (60.8) (2)
B h Dark Angel (IRE) - Adhwaa
Owner: Shadwell Estate Company Ltd
Trainer: Owen Burrows, Lambourn
Form: 111/15-4 CD
Breeder: Shadwell Estate Company Limited
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground
Finished 4l behind Auguste Rodin when fourth of 10 at 6-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Prince Of Wales’s Stakes at Ascot over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 118 SP: 3-1
3 Ancient Rome (USA) (14)
B or Br h War Front (USA) - Gagnoa (IRE)
Owner: Mrs Fitri Hay
Trainer: Charles Hills, Lambourn
5 9-8 (60.8) (5)
Non-Runner (Self Cert (Bruised Foot))
Form: 3114-02 D
Breeder: Orpendale, Chelston & Wynatt
4 Royal
Rhyme
(IRE) (38) 4 9-8 (60.8) (4)
B c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Dubai Queen (USA)
Owner: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
Form: 0115-15 D
Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m 2f on good to soft and soft ground. Finished 4l behind Auguste Rodin when fifth of 10 at 16-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Prince Of Wales’s Stakes at Ascot over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 113 SP: 8-1
5
King’s Gambit (IRE)
Ch c Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Pure Symmetry (USA)
Owner: Mr Mohammed Jaber
Trainer: Harry Charlton, Beckhampton
(37) 3 8-13 (56.7) (1)
Form: 012-12 D BF
Breeder: Roundhill Stud
Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 3/4l by Jayarebe when second of 12 at 2-1fav on his latest outing in the Group 3 Hampton Court Stakes at Ascot over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 112 SP: 4-1
1. Passenger, 2. Alflaila, 4. Royal Rhyme & 5. King’s Gambit all hold an entry in the Group One Juddmonte International Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Wednesday 21st August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Thursday 15th August for a stake of £85,000.
Richard Kingscote Robert Kosakiewicz
Jim Crowley Selwen Pandu
Clifford Lee Nadir Khan & Mark Simms
Callum Shepherd Rajendra Singh
THIRD RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Steve Birch - Chief Commercial Officer Sky Betting and Gaming.
Sky Bet have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £100 to the groom responsible for the winning horse
Sky Bet York Stakes
3.40
The King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Qipco Stakes (Group 1) (British Champions Series) One Mile About Four Furlongs, Swinley (2,300 metres)
Distance: 1m 3f 211y
Race Type: Group One Prize Money: £1,250,000
No Horse Age st-lb (kgs) Draw
1 Auguste Rodin (IRE) (38) 4 9-9 (61.2) (2)
or Br c Deep Impact (JPN) - Rhododendron (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
Owner: M Tabor/D Smith/Mrs J Magnier/Westerberg
Jockey: Ryan Moore
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland Form: 011-021 C D Breeder: Coolmore
Has won eight races from 7f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to yielding - soft. Won on his latest outing when 13-8fav here over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month, beating Zarakem by 3/4l. Official BHA Rating 123 SP: 5-4
2 Dubai Honour (IRE) (27) 6 9-9 (61.2) (8)
B g Pride of Dubai (AUS) - Mondelice (Montjeu (IRE)) Jockey: Tom Marquand
Owner: Mr Mohamed Obaida
Trainer: William Haggas, Newmarket Form: 46-1031 D Breeder: Macha Bloodstock/Meridian International
Has won eight races from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather A winner at 8-1 in the Group 1 Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud at Saint-Cloud over 1m 4f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Feed The Flame by 1 3/4l. Official BHA Rating 118 SP: 14-1
3
Goliath (GER) (35) 4 9-9 (61.2) (6)
B g Adlerflug (GER) - Gouache (GER) (Shamardal (USA)) Jockey: C. Soumillon
Owner: Baron Philip Von Ullmann
Trainer: Francis-Henri Graffard, France Form: 14-2142 D Breeder: Schlenderhan Stud
He has won four times at 1m 4f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy Beaten 4l by Isle Of Jura when second of 9 at 18-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 113 SP: 25-1
4 Hans Andersen (GB) (21)
B c Frankel - Shadow Hunter (IRE) (Arcano (IRE))
Owner: Westerberg/Mrs J Magnier/M Tabor/D Smith
4 9-9 (61.2) (5)
Jockey: Sean Levey
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland Form: 0-15605 D Breeder: Sun Bloodstock SARL
He has won three times from 7f to 1m 4f on good and heavy ground and on the all-weather. Finished 11l behind City Of Troy when fifth of 6 at 80-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Coral-Eclipse at Sandown over 1m 2f (soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 102 SP: 100-1
5 Luxembourg (IRE) (57)
5 9-9 (61.2) (1)
B h Camelot - Attire (IRE) (Danehill Dancer (IRE)) Jockey: W. M. Lordan
Owner: Westerberg/Mrs J Magnier/M Tabor/D Smith
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland Form: 422-401 D Breeder: B. V. Sangster
Winner of seven races from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. A winner at 9-4 in the Group 1 Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom over 1m 4f (good to soft) on his latest outing in May, beating Hamish by 1l.
Official BHA Rating 120 SP: 10-1
6 Middle Earth (GB) (35)
B c Roaring Lion (USA) - Roheryn (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
Owner: Qatar Bloodstock & Ciaron Maher
4 9-9 (61.2) (4)
Jockey: Oisin Murphy
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket Form: 1101-13 C D
Breeder: The Roheryn Partnership
He has won four times from 1m 4f to 1m 6f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Third of 9 behind Isle Of Jura beaten 4 1/2l at 9-4 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 114 SP: 12-1
7 Rebel’s Romance (IRE) (62) 6 9-9 (61.2) (3)
B or Br g Dubawi (IRE) - Minidress (Street Cry (IRE))
Owner: Godolphin
Trainer: Charlie Appleby, Newmarket
Jockey: William Buick
Form: P41-111 D
Breeder: Godolphin
Has won 13 races from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather A winner in the Group 1 Standard Chartered Champion & Chater Cup Stakes at Sha Tin over 1m 4f (good) in May, beating Five G Patch by 2l. Official BHA Rating 123 SP: 7-2
8
Bluestocking (GB) (28)
B f Camelot - Emulous (Dansili)
Owner: Juddmonte
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
4 9-6 (59.9) (9)
Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Form: 2422-11
Breeder: Juddmonte Farms (East) Ltd
She has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to yielding - soft. Won on her latest outing when 11-10fav in the Group 1 Cairn Community Games Pretty Polly Stakes at Curragh over 1m 2f (yielding - soft) last month, beating Emily Upjohn by 1/2l. Has also won at York this season. Official BHA Rating 117 SP: 9-2
9
Sunway (FR) (27)
B c Galiway - Kensea (FR) (Kendargent (FR))
Owner: Guy Pariente Holding & Qatar Racing Ltd
Trainer: David Menuisier, Pulborough
3 8-12 (56.2) (7)
Jockey: James Doyle
Form: 21-5202
Breeder: Guy Pariente Holding SPRL
1. Auguste Rodin, 4. Hans Andersen, 4. Royal Rhyme & 8. Bluestocking all hold an entry in the Group One Juddmonte International Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Wednesday 21st August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Thursday 15th August for a stake of £85,000.
1. Bluestocking holds an entry in the Group One Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Thursday 22nd August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Friday 16th August for a stake of £40,000.
9. Sunway all hold an entry in the Group 2 Sky Bet Voltigeur Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Wednesday 21st August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Thursday 15th August for a stake of £20,000.
THANK YOU
A huge thank you to everyone who made the 53rd Macmillan Charity Day such a success
This afternoon, we are delighted to welcome back the jockeys in the Macmillan Ride of Their Lives, as well as members of the organising committee
A cheque for the funds raised to date, an impressive £560,000 will be presented after the 4th race
Please join, us around the Winners Enclosure to celebrate their achievements and your own role in that success
Successful at 7f and 1m on good ground. Beaten 3/4l by Los Angeles when second of 8 at 16-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby at Curragh over 1m 4f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 115 SP: 10-1
The Sky Bet Club EBF Fillies’ Novice Stakes
Six Furlongs (1,200 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Novice
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 2f
Stalls: Farside
A further handicap to solve, this time limited to 2yo’s and although they are the babies of the equine world their previous runs mean that they should know what they are here to do Indeed, both Beauty Queen and Spherical have already won a race, which is why they carry the most weight.
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: BLUE PRINCE
Trainer: Richard Fahey
Jockey: Cam Hardie
Age/Weight: 2-8-12
Runners: 5 SP: 3/1
Switched right leaving the stalls to race near side before making a move around the one furlong pole Soon went clear to score impressively by 4 ¾ lengths.
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 444 runners, 7%) runs STORMY IMPACT Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D O’Meara (11 wins from 49 runners, 22%) runs MAE AMOR Longest Traveller: SPHERICAL trained by R Varian, Newmarket, 163 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 25th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
The four fillies with Lowther entries catch the eye, with the impressive Beverley winner BEAUTY QUEEN preferred. The daughter of Soldier’s Call got better the further she went on that day, creating the impression this additional furlong should be ideal. Spherical got no sort of run in the Queen Mary at Royal Ascot but is not ruled out with her sights lowered. Marygate fourth Glorious Kitty missed that Royal engagement due to unsuitable ground and is also a key player here Loopey appeals on pedigree and must be taken seriously too.
The Sky Bet Club EBF Fillies’ Novice Stakes
1 Beauty Queen (IRE) (22)
B f Soldier’s Call - La Vale (USA)
Owner: Bronte Collection 1
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Distance: 6f
Race Type: Novice
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 2f
Stalls: Farside
st-lb (kgs) Draw
9-8 (60.8) (4)
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Form: 1
Breeder: Ballyhane
Foaled 4 Apr Full sister to Call To Action, won at 5f A winner at 9-4 at Beverley over 5f (good to firm) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Perfect Part by 2 1/2l. Official BHA Rating - SP: 3-1
2
Spherical (GB) (38)
B f Blue Point (IRE) - Spatial
Owner: Cheveley Park Stud
Trainer: Roger Varian, Newmarket
9-8 (60.8) (1)
Jockey: Aidan Keeley (3)
Form: 10
Breeder: Cheveley Park Stud Limited
Foaled 18 Mar Half-sister to The Dunkirk Lads, won three times at 5f and 6f A winner at 5f on good to soft ground. Beaten 10l behind Leovanni at 12-1 when 21st of 24 on her latest outing in the Group 2 Queen Mary Stakes at Ascot over 5f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 9-2
3
Glorious Kitty (IRE) (71)
B f Cotai Glory - Destiny’s Kitten (IRE)
Owner: Middleham Park & South Bank Racing
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
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Jockey: Billy Garritty
Form: 4
Breeder: Mr P. Turley
Foaled 24 Apr Half-sister to Dontspoilasale, won at 5f Finished 2l behind Betty Clover when fourth of 15 at 40-1 on her racecourse debut here over 5f (good) in May. Official BHA Rating - SP: 4-1
4 Greydreambeliever (IRE) (-)
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Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Dione (FR) Jockey: Clifford Lee
Owner: Hambleton Racing Ltd XXXV
Trainer: K. R. Burke, Leyburn
5 Loopey (IRE) (-)
B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Drumfad Bay (IRE)
Owner: RP Racing Ltd
Trainer: Michael Appleby, Oakham
Form:
Breeder: J. Lenihan
Foaled 3 May. Half-sister to Backstreets, won at 1m 1f and 1m 2f Cost 40,000 euros at the breeze-ups and, as with the majority of juveniles from this stable, she is worth more than a cursory glance. Official BHA Rating - SP: 8-1
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Jockey: P. J. McDonald
Form:
Breeder: Stonethorn Stud Farm Ltd.
Foaled 16 Jan. Half-sister to Bluedrum, won at 7f Expensive as a yearling, fetching 190,000 euros, and this Lowther entrant has to be given maximum respect. Official BHA Rating - SP: 9-1
6 Mae Amor (IRE) (54)
(58.1) (3)
Ch f Mehmas (IRE) - Stage Name Jockey: Richard Kingscote
Owner: Jinky Farms
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
7 Stormy Impact (GB) (-)
B f Study of Man (IRE) - Colorada
Owner: Mr Steve Bradley
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Form: 3
Breeder: Stage Name Partnership
Foaled 4 Apr Half-sister to Kodiac Thriller, won at 7f Third of 10 behind Eartha beaten 1 1/2l at 18-1 on her racecourse debut at Wetherby over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating - SP: 8-1
Jockey: Oisin Orr
Form:
Breeder: Smarden Thoroughbreds
Foaled 10 Mar. Half-sister to The Ridler, won twice at 5f including a Group 2 race. Expected to hit the ground running and she must enter the equation. Official BHA Rating - SP: 12-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS
STEWARDS NOTE
SPHERICAL: Following its run on 19/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.
1. Beauty Queen, 2. Spherical, 3. Glorious Kitty & 5. Loopey all hold an entry in the Group Two Sky Bet Lowther Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Thursday 22nd August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Friday 16th 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 Davnet Reid, Managing Director Sky Gaming.
Sky Bet have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £100 to the groom responsible for the winning horse.
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Autohorn
5th Race 4.35
The Sky Bet Prize Drop Stakes
About One Mile (1,600 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m
Race Type: Handicap
Rating: 61-80
Prize Money: £25,000
Age: 4+
Stalls: Inside Rail
Getting the hang of handicaps? Your vital statistics are; 4yo+, 61-80, going a mile.
Remember, the best on past performance by the independent handicapper, will be the highest rated horse, Brasil Power will carry most weight.
Looking for help? Then follow the racecourse tipster, who has marked his selections with a red bi plane
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: TELE RED
Trainer: Karl Burke
Jockey: Mr Jack Lander
Age/Weight: 6-10-8
Runners: 13 SP: 9/2
Having escaped a penalty for his win at Haydock a week prior, Tele Red sat just behind the leaders and once sent on, winning was never in doubt.
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): R Fahey (29 wins from 444 runners, 7%) runs MY HARRISON GEORGE Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D O’Meara (11 wins from 49 runners, 22%) runs HORTZADAR and ZOZIMUS
Weightwatcher: AL MARMAR won off a handicap mark of 87, his rating is now
Longest Traveller: EAGLE DAY trained by D Evans, Abergavenny, 207 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 25th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
This is a fiendishly tough handicap where the likes of the hat-trick-seeking Eagle Day as well as other in-form contenders such as Barley, My Harrison George and Master Of Combat all hold solid credentials. Nevertheless, BOY DOUGLAS, who was narrowly denied over 1m1f here last month, could trump them all with a furlong less to deal with this time around. The selection just ran out of steam near the finish that day and, off just 1lb higher, the unexposed gelding looks worth another chance.
BOY DOUGLAS Eagle Day
The Sky Bet Prize Drop Stakes
1 Brasil Power (FR) (66)
Distance: 1m
Race Type: Handicap (61-80)
Prize Money: £25,000
4+
Stalls: Inside Rail
5 9-10 (61.7) (14)
B g Dark Angel (IRE) - Venturous Spirit (FR) Jockey: Callum Shepherd
Owner: Miss Eleanor Wellesley
Trainer: George Boughey, Newmarket Form: 3510-25
Breeder: Dayton Investments Limited
He has won three times at 7f on the all-weather Finished 2 1/2l behind Rajindri when fifth of 10 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Kempton over 7f in May. Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 12-1
2
Master of Combat (IRE) (110)
6 9-9 (61.2) (3)
B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Sharja Queen Jockey: Andrea Pinna (7)
Owner: Law Abiding Citizens
Trainer: Kevin Frost, Newark Form: 530333 D
Breeder: Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 1f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Third of 9 behind Pjanoo beaten 3l at 11-2 on his latest outing at Wolverhampton over 1m 1f in April. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 22-1
3 Barley (IRE) (21)
B g Mehmas (IRE) - Cornakill (USA)
Owner: Reality Partnerships
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
5 9-9 (61.2) (6)
Jockey: David Allan
Form: 304012 D
Breeder: Mr Norman Orminston
He has won three times at 1m on good to firm and good to soft ground. Beaten 3/4l by Classy Boy when second of 8 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Carlisle over 1m (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 80 SP: 17-2
4
Eagle Day (IRE) (20)
4 9-8 (60.8) (9)
B g Kodiac - Ramone (IRE) Jockey: P. J. McDonald
Owner: Mr David Edwards & Arthur Hoyle
Trainer: David Evans, Abergavenny
Form: 305011 D
Breeder: Karis Bloodstock Ltd & Rathbarry Stud
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 1f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 15-2 at Chelmsford City over 1m on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Valkyrian by 1 1/4l. Has also won at Haydock this season. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 10-1
5 Theme Park (GB) (15)
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B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Queen’s Prize Jockey: Rowan Scott
Owner: Martin Webb Racing
Trainer: Nigel Tinkler, Malton Form: 26-0505 Breeder: Queen Elizabeth II
A winner at 7f on the all-weather Finished 7l behind Karmology when fifth of 15 at 18-1 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 18-1
6 Boy Douglas (IRE) (42)
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B g New Bay - Lola Ridge (IRE) Jockey: Connor Beasley
Owner: Mr F Lowe and Mr M Dods
Trainer: Michael Dods, Darlington
1/40-212 D BF Breeder: Corrin Stud & New Bay Syndicate
Successful twice at 1m on good and heavy ground. Beaten 1l by Pisanello when second of 14 at 9-2jt-fav on his latest outing here over 1m 1f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 8-1 7 Siam Fox (IRE) (20)
B g Prince of Lir (IRE) - Folegandros Island (FR)
Owner: Robin Hood Racing 2022
Trainer: Kevin Frost, Newark
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 3 1/2l behind Eagle Day at 10-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Chelmsford City over 1m earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 78 SP: 22-1 8 Zozimus (IRE) (8)
B g Footstepsinthesand - Comment
Owner: The Horse Watchers 3 & Robin Oliver
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
(5)
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
422464 D BF Breeder: Grange Stud A winner at 1m on the all-weather, but that win was over three years ago Finished 6l behind Love De Vega when fourth of 7 at 5-2fav on his latest outing at Pontefract over 1m (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 14-1
9 Power of Gold (GB) (198)
(12)
B g Golden Horn - Power of Light (IRE) Jockey: Tom Eaves
Owner: Mr M. Dalby
Trainer: John & Sean Quinn, Malton
44006-0 D Breeder: Rabbah Bloodstock Limited
A winner at 1m on good to firm ground. Beaten 10l behind Eligible at 7-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Southwell over 1m in January. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 22-1
10
Al Marmar (IRE) (36)
Br g Kodiac - Fraulein
Owner: Cragg Wood Racing
(8)
Jockey: Oisin Orr
Breeder: Diomed Bloodstock Ltd
Trainer: Gemma Tutty, Northallerton Form: 000036 D
He has won three times at 1m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather Finished 4l behind La Trinidad when sixth of 14 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Redcar over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 12-1
11 Hortzadar (GB) (12)
B g Sepoy (AUS) - Clouds of Magellan (USA)
Owner: Akela Thoroughbreds Limited
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
(13)
Jockey: Richard Kingscote
Form: 000220 D
Breeder: The Aston House Stud
Has won nine races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather Beaten 8l behind Aviemore at 8-1 when seventh of 11 on his latest outing at Ayr over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 18-1
12
War Chant (IRE) (28)
B g War Command (USA) - Fanci That (IRE)
Owner: Miss V. Markowiak
Non-Runner
(58.5) (1)
Jockey: NON RUNNER
Trainer: Rae Guest, Newmarket Form: 100-313 D
Breeder: Miss Victoria Markowiak NON RUNNER
13
Berkshire Phantom (IRE) (15)
Gr g Expert Eye - Silver Step (FR)
Owner: Mr Lord Bowman & Partner
Trainer: Fionn McSharry, Sheriff Hutton
(16)
Jockey: Billy Garritty
Form: 423010 D BF
Breeder: Mountain View Stud & J.C B/Stock
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 11l behind American Star at 5-2fav when 10th of 12 on his latest outing at Chester over 7f (good to soft) earlier this month. Has won 3 times this season. Official BHA Rating 72 SP: 16-1
14
Speriamo (GB) (28)
Gr f Outstrip - Suerte Loca (IRE)
Owner: Exors Of S.Agodino,C.M.Budgett,P.J.McBride
Trainer: Philip McBride, Newmarket
9-0 (57.2) (15)
Jockey: Adam Farragher
Form: 30-4005 D
Breeder: Kirtlington Stud & Mr C. Budgett
She has won three times from 6f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 5l behind Mercury Day when last of 5 at 5-1 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 71 SP: 22-1
15 English Spirit (GB) (140)
B g Swiss Spirit - Cloud Illusions (USA)
Owner: Wetumpka Racing
Trainer: Heather Main, Wantage
(55.3) (11)
Aidan Keeley (3)
Mr & Mrs James Main
He has won four times at 1m 1f on the all-weather Beaten 17l behind Siempre Arturo at 6-1 when last of 8 on his latest outing at Wolverhampton over 1m 1f in March. Official BHA Rating 67 SP: 28-1
16 My Harrison George (IRE) (12)
Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Faraday Light (IRE)
Owner: P. D. Smith Holdings Ltd
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton
Andrew Mullen
2-03461 D
Mrs Joan Keaney Dempsey
winner at 6-1 at Ayr over 1m (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Golden Valour by a neck. Official BHA Rating 65 SP: 11-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 16 ..........................................................................................(EXACTA)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 7. Blinkers worn by No 13.
Tongue Strap worn by No 1. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 3, 8, 16.
STEWARDS NOTE
BERKSHIRE PHANTOM: Following its run on 12/7/2024 it was reported that the horse boiled over in preliminaries.
ENGLISH SPIRIT: Following its run on 9/3/2024 it was reported that the horse was lame on its left-fore.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
8-1 Boy Douglas (IRE), Barley (IRE), Eagle Day (IRE), 9-1 My Harrison George (IRE), 10-1 Brasil Power (FR), Al Marmar (IRE), 14-1 Zozimus (IRE), 16-1 Berkshire Phantom (IRE), 18-1 Theme Park (GB), Hortzadar (GB), 22-1 Master of Combat (IRE), Siam Fox (IRE), Power of Gold (GB), Speriamo (GB), 28-1 English Spirit (GB)
RESULT & PRIZE MONEY INFORMATION 1st
DISTANCES
FIFTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Rebecca Sturgeon, Finance Director Sky Betting and Gaming.
Sky Bet have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £100 to the groom responsible for the winning horse.
‘Joint Favourites # 3’by Rob Hefferan, acrylic on canvas, 56cm x 32 cm framed in cream wood
The Sky Bet, For the Fans Stakes
One Mile About Four Furlongs (2,300 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 1m 4f
Race Type: Handicap
Rating: 76-95
Prize Money: £30,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Centre
Time for another handicap, this time for horses aged 3yo and older, rated between 0-95, with Ziggy as top weight. This race is over a trip of one and a half miles.
The press selections board by the Parade Ring might provide a clue, or at least someone to blame.
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: DARK MOON RISING
Trainer: Kevin Ryan
Jockey: Tom Eaves
Age/Weight: 4-9-13
Runners: 9 SP: 17/2
A steady early pace looked to play to the strengths of Dark Moon Rising. He crept through the field with a sustained run and finished strongly to take our penultimate contest.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
Racing Post Standard Time: 2m 28.80s
Course Record: 2m 25.12s by Sea Wave (18-Aug-98)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (19-24): D O’Meara (24 wins from 376 runners, 6%) runs CHARGING THUNDER Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): D O’Meara (11 wins from 49 runners, 22%) runs
Weightwatcher: CHARGING THUNDER won off a handicap mark of 95, his rating is now down 9lb to 86. Longest Traveller: CITY BURGLAR trained by R Beckett, Kimpton Down, 251 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 25th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
Theory Of Tides lost his unbeaten record in the King Edward VII at Royal Ascot last month, but he doesn’t face anything like that opposition here and it will be interesting to see how he fares off an opening mark of 95 However, ZIGGY has hit the frame in hot handicaps on each of his four starts this year and he looks well placed to gain compensation off a 2lb higher mark than his second at Ascot last time Ron O is in good form and is another to consider
Theory Of Tides
Distance: 1m 4f
Race Type: Handicap (76-95)
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st-lb (kgs) Draw 6th Race 5.10
1 Ziggy (GB) (14)
B g Sixties Icon - Brushing
Owner: Sarabex and Aragon Racing
Trainer: Harry Eustace, Newmarket
Prize Money: £30,000
Age: 3+
Stalls: Centre
6 10-4 (65.3) (6)
Jockey: Richard Kingscote
Form: 23-2232 D BF
Breeder: Dullingham Park Stud & Sarabex
He has won three times from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on good ground and on the all-weather Beaten 1l by Passion And Glory when second of 13 at 7-2fav on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 4f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 97 SP: 3-1
2
Ron O (GB) (14)
Ch g Toronado (IRE) - Xaloc (IRE)
Owner: Mr Ray Craggs
Trainer: Ray Craggs, Sedgefield
6 10-2 (64.4) (5)
Jockey: Connor Beasley
Form: 350113 C
Breeder: 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 Third of 14 behind Blue For You beaten 1 1/2l at 17-2 on his latest outing here over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month. Has won at York and Redcar this season. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 10-3
3
Two Brothers (GB) (73)
B g Sir Percy - Blandish (USA)
Owner: On Top Racing Ltd & Two Brothers
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby, Sheriff Hutton
6 9-12 (62.6) (2)
Jockey: Billy Garritty
Form: 51-4130 CD
Breeder: Theakston Stud
He has won four times from 1m 3f to 1m 4f on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 19l behind Crystal Delight at 22-1 when 11th of 13 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in May. Official BHA Rating 91 SP: 16-1
4 Charging Thunder (GB) (20)
B g War Command (USA) - Storming Sioux
Owner: Elwick Stud
Trainer: David O’Meara, Upper Helmsley
6 9-7 (60.3) (1)
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope
Form: 45-0364 D
Breeder: Elwick Stud
Winner of six races from 1m 2f to 1m 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago Finished 2l behind Mountain Road when fourth of 8 at 13-2 on his latest outing at Chelmsford City over 2m earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 86 SP: 13-2
5 Theory of Tides (GB) (36)
B c Galileo (IRE) - Missrock (AUS)
Owner: Isa Salman Al Khalifa
(59.4) (7)
Jockey: Benoit de la Sayette
Trainer: John & Thady Gosden, Newmarket Form: 110
Breeder: Isa Salman Al Khalifa
Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 3f on good and good to soft ground. Well beaten at 18-1 behind Calandagan when 11th of 14 on his latest outing in the Group 2 King Edward VII Stakes at Ascot over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month. Has won at Yarmouth and Nottingham this season. Official BHA Rating 95 SP: 4-1
6 City Burglar (GB) (37)
B c Cracksman - Cosmopolitan Queen
Owner: Al Wasmiyah Stud
Trainer: Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down
9-2 (58.1) (3)
Jockey: Edward Greatrex
Form: 2310-20
Breeder: Littleton Stud
A winner at 1m on good to soft ground. Beaten 9l behind Going The Distance at 33-1 when 14th of 19 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m 4f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 92 SP: 8-1
7 Masekela (IRE) (15)
B g El Kabeir (USA) - Lady’s Purse
Owner: Green Racing
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
5 9-0 (57.2) (4)
Jockey: David Allan
Form: 604-030
Breeder: Coolawn Stud
Successful at 6f and 7f on good and soft ground, but last win was over two years ago Beaten 14l behind Karmology at 18-1 when last of 15 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 79 SP: 25-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 7............................................................................................(EXACTA)
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 5. Visor worn by No 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 4.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
3-1 Ziggy (GB), 10-3 Ron O (GB), 4-1 Theory of Tides (GB), 13-2 Charging Thunder (GB), 8-1 City Burglar (GB), 16-1 Two Brothers (GB), 25-1 Masekela (IRE)
&
5. Theory Of Tides all hold an entry in the Group 2 Sky Bet Voltigeur Stakes at the Sky Bet Ebor Festival on Wednesday 21st August for which supplementary entries can be received by noon on Thursday 15th August for a stake of £20,000.
1. Ziggy holds 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
SIXTH RACE PRESENTATION &
TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Michael Shinners, Head of Sports PR.
Sky Bet have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £100 to the groom responsible for the winning horse
• Nine racecourses
• There are currently 87 yards training over 2,400 horses
• National Horseracing College
• Making for an industry worth over £300 million* to the county alone.
(according to an independent survey by the Sheffield Hallam University).
National Horseracing College Major Training Centres: Middleham, Malton & Hambleton
The Sky Bet Extra Places Every Day Stakes
About Seven Furlongs (1,400 metres)
See page 78 for conditions of this race.
RACE DESCRIPTION
Distance: 7f
Race Type: Handicap
Rating: 61-80
Prize Money: £20,500
Age: 3
Stalls: Farside
A final handicap to solve, this time limited to only 3yo’s travelling over seven furlongs.
“Offer a chance for everyone” is a good maxim for those planning races and in this contest the upper rating of 80 means that these are still quality horses but they won’t have their spotlight stolen by a real superstar
Why not watch them in Parade Ring and see if you can find any clues.
Known in racing circles as ‘the get out stakes’ it can be crucial for your restaurant choice this evening, let’s hope its caviar and not cod roe!
Reach for those stars!
LAST YEAR’S RACE
Winner: BAJAN BANDIT
Trainer: Grant Tuer
Jockey: Shane Gray
Age/Weight: 3-9-9
Runners: 16 SP: 6/1
Despite hanging to his right under pressure after hitting the front. Bojan Bandit was much the best horse in the race and victory never looked to be in doubt.
RACE FACTS & STATISTICS
THE TALE OF THE CLOCK
Racing Post Standard Time: 1m 22.90s
Course Record: 1m 21s by Shine So Bright (24-Aug-19)
All times are based where possible on the corresponding race over the last seven years
Leading course trainer (19-24): R Fahey (29 wins from 444 runners, 7%) runs SHE’S A GAMBLER Trainer-in-form (last 14 days): S & E Crisford (7 wins from 24 runners, 29%) runs ZIPSTER Longest Traveller: CRIMSON SPIRIT trained by D & C Kubler, Lambourn, 202 miles.
NOTE: All statistics are up to and including 25th July
KNAVESMIRE TIP
BILL’S BAAR returned from a 90-day break to produce a highly-encouraging effort when hitting the frame in this grade over an extended mile at Nottingham last month. He represents a yard in fine form at present and the son of Elzaam looks to have lots in his favour. Crimson Spirit could only manage seventh at this level at Ascot after being gelded, but he could take a step forward off a 2lb lower mark with Richard Kingscote booked. Zipster is another to note.
BILL’S BAAR
The Sky Bet Extra Places Every Day Stakes
1 Modern Times (GB) (71)
B c Too Darn Hot - Impressionist (IRE)
Owner: Colin Dorman and Tommy Dorman
Trainer: Iain Jardine, Carrutherstown
Distance: 7f
Race Type: Handicap (61-80)
Prize Money: £20,500
Age: 3
Stalls: Farside
(kgs) Draw
9-10 (61.7) (10)
Jockey: Andrew Mullen
Form: 42-46
Breeder: John Gunther & Tanya Gunther
Placed once in four starts. Finished 2 3/4l behind Kilt when sixth of 15 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m (good) in May. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Harry Eustace. Official BHA Rating 81 SP: 12-1
2 Crimson Spirit (GB) (14)
B g Harry Angel (IRE) - Fanrouge (IRE)
Owner: Innovate Racing I
9-6 (59.9) (13)
Jockey: Richard Kingscote
Breeder: Mrs Tina Cox
Trainer: Daniel & Claire Kubler, Lambourn Form: 6410-0 D
A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 9l behind Kodi Lion at 14-1 when seventh of 16 on his latest outing at Ascot over 7f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 18-1
3 Marmaduke Lemon (GB) (7)
Ch g Sioux Nation (USA) - Lady Amelia
Owner: Blu Bloodstock
Trainer: Edward Bethell, Middleham
9-6 (59.9)
Daniel Tudhope
Poppy Holdings & Partner
Placed in three of seven starts. Finished 7l behind Cerulean Bay when last of 5 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Haydock over 7f (soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 77 SP: 14-1
4 Bill’s Baar (IRE) (21)
B c Elzaam (AUS) - Kateeva (IRE)
Owner: Keatley Owners Group, Porter & Finneran
Trainer: Adrian Keatley, Malton
(59.4) (9)
P. J. McDonald
4152-23
Ms Michelle Fogarty
A winner at 6f on good ground. Third of 8 behind Debora’s Dream beaten 2 1/4l at 6-1 on his latest outing at Nottingham over 1m (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 9-1
5
Only In Jakarta (IRE) (29)
Br g No Nay Never (USA) - Aurora Spring (IRE)
Owner: Mr T. A. Rahman
Trainer: Kevin Ryan, Hambleton
Lynch Bages Ltd
A winner at 7f on the all-weather Well beaten at 8-1 behind Cheshire Dancer when 11th of 12 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 1m last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time Official BHA Rating 76 SP: 22-1
6
Istanblue (FR) (16)
B g Blue Point (IRE) - Irish Abbey (IRE)
Owner: D MacAuliffe, A Don & D De Souza
Trainer: Amy Murphy, Newmarket
Adam Farragher
Form: 5-24
Breeder: Mr Jean-Pierre-Joseph Dubois
Placed once in three starts. Finished 6l behind Tourist when fourth of 9 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 6f (soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 75 SP: 16-1
7
Misemerald (IRE) (31)
B f Zoffany (IRE) - Rocaverde (IRE)
Owner: Mrs J. Porter
Trainer: Philip Kirby, Richmond
Jockey: Connor Beasley
00-0640 D
Breeder: Aylesfield Farms Stud
Successful at 6f and 7f on good to firm and good to soft ground. Beaten 11l behind Red Pixie at 10-1 when last of 8 on her latest outing at Carlisle over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 16-1
8 Zipster (IRE) (12)
B g Zoustar (AUS) - Bucks Frizz (IRE)
Owner: Newsells Park Stud - Waldmark Syndicate Trainer: Simon & Ed Crisford, Newmarket
9-2 (58.1) (11)
Jockey: Callum Shepherd
Form: 545-155
Breeder: Doc Bloodstock
A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 5l behind Giorgio M when fifth of 8 at 5-2 on his latest outing at Wolverhampton over 7f earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 73 SP: 9-1
9 She’s A Gambler (IRE) (76)
(57.2) (2)
B f Cotai Glory - Lady Ro Jockey: Oisin Orr
Owner: Five Go Mad In Malton
Trainer: Richard Fahey, Malton Form: 11-66 Breeder: Tally-Ho Stud
Successful at 5f and 6f on good to firm ground. Finished 4l behind Cross The Tracks when sixth of 9 at 20-1 on her latest outing at Newcastle over 6f in May. She is wearing a hood for the first time Official BHA Rating 71 SP: 28-1
10
Alreet Cha (IRE) (49)
9-0 (57.2) (1)
B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Dutch Courage Jockey: Sam James
Owner: Ribbledon
Trainer: Craig Lidster, Easingwold Form: 4-22254 BF Breeder: R. G. & T. E. Levin
Placed in four of nine starts. Finished 5l behind Remoji when fourth of 5 at 11-8fav on her latest outing at Beverley over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 71 SP: 12-1
11 Mereside Madness (IRE) (35)
Ch g Buratino (IRE) - Ma Bella Paola (FR)
Owner: Mereside Racing Limited & partner
Trainer: David & Nicola Barron, Thirsk
8-13 (56.7) (7)
Successful twice at 7f on the all-weather Beaten a short head by Moon Man when second of 7 at 7-2 on his latest outing at Ayr over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 70
12 Alfie Boy (GB) (28)
B g Ribchester (IRE) - Sweet Serendipity
Owner: Mr Neil Arton & Partner
Trainer: Tim Easterby, Malton
Alun Douch
A winner at 7f on soft ground. Third of 14 behind Smart Vision beaten 3l at 10-1 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 7f (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 69 SP: 12-1
13
Finn Ironside (GB) (7)
B g Due Diligence (USA) - Zelaniya (IRE)
Owner: Alfa Site Services Ltd
Trainer: Craig Lidster, Easingwold
Duran Fentiman
026-302
Breeder: Mickley Stud, Finbar & Aoife Kent
Placed twice in nine starts. Beaten 3/4l by Kodebreaker when second of 9 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 1m (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 63 SP: 12-1
14
Scarlet Lady (GB) (11)
B f Twilight Son - Rouge Dancer
Owner: Scarlet Lady Partnership
Trainer: Philip McBride, Newmarket
(5)
Jockey: Andrew Elliott
Form: 06-5225
Breeder: Mr J. W. Mitchell
Placed twice in six starts. Finished 5l behind Sergeants Legacy when fifth of 12 at 10-3 on her latest outing at Kempton over 6f earlier this month. Runs from 3lb out of handicap Official BHA Rating 58 SP: 16-1
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 14
Hood worn first time by No 9. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No 5. Blinkers worn by No 3. Tongue Strap worn by No 1, 6. Running for the first time since Gelding No 5. Running for the first time since Wind Surgery No 10 STEWARDS NOTE
ISTANBLUE: Following its run on 11/7/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right in the closing stages.
ZIPSTER: Following its run on 15/7/2024 it was reported that the horse was slowly into stride
SCARLET LADY: Following its run on 16/7/2024 it was reported that the horse was restless and slowly away.
PROBABLE S.P.’S
15-2 Mereside Madness (IRE), 9-1 Bill’s Baar (IRE), Zipster (IRE), 12-1 Modern Times (GB), Alreet Cha (IRE), Alfie Boy (GB), Finn Ironside (GB), 14-1 Marmaduke Lemon (GB), 16-1 Istanblue (FR), Misemerald (IRE), Scarlet Lady (GB), 18-1 Crimson Spirit (GB), 22-1 Only In Jakarta (IRE), 28-1 She’s A Gambler (IRE)
SEVENTH RACE PRESENTATION & BEST TURNED OUT
The trophy for this race will be presented to the winning owner after the race by Michael Shinners, Head of Sports PR
Sky Bet have generously given £100 to the racing groom responsible for the best turned out horse in this race and £100 to the groom responsible for the winning horse
THINGS YOU MIGHT NOT KNOW ABOUT YORK
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2024 FIXTURES
Sky Bet Ebor Festival
Wednesday 21st August
Thursday 22nd August
Friday 23rd August
Saturday 24th August
September Meeting
Sunday 8th September
October Finale
Friday 11th October
Saturday 12th October
PUZZLE CORNER ANSWERS
Today’s Race Conditions
FIRST RACE 2.05 - The Sky Bet “Jump Jockeys Nunthorpe” Stakes (Class 4 Handicap) (To Be Ridden By Professional Jump Jockeys) (CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £12885 to the winning horse The second to receive £6042, the third £3022, the fourth £1510, the fifth £755 and the sixth £377 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). £125 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 25th. Lowest weight 10st 7lb; Highest weight 11st 12lb Penalties, after July 20th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb To be ridden by Professional National Hunt Jockeys ENTRANTS AGREE THAT HORSES WILL BE RIDDEN BY PROFESSIONAL JOCKEYS LICENSED TO RIDE IN STEEPLE CHASES AND HURDLE RACES UNDER RULE (D)3.3.2 AND SUCH RIDERS QUALIFIED UNDER RULE (D)27 (Jockeys who have ridden more than 50 winners on the Flat will not be permitted to ride in this race) (Additionally, Conditional Jockeys and Amateur Riders are not qualified to ride in this race) The Riders’ Allowances under paragraphs 52 to 58 of the Weights and Handicapping Code may NOT be claimed in this race. SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of SKY BET The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code The British Horseracing Authority has modified Rule (F)36.5 and Rules (F)140 to (F)143 of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race. 31 entries at £125 - Closed July 22nd, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £10158; Second £5080; Third £2540; Fourth £1270; Fifth £635; Sixth £318 Penalty Value: £12885 Weights lowered 1lbs. A SS
For race details see page 27
SECOND RACE 2.40 - The Sky Bet Dash (Class 2 Handicap) (CLASS 2) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £38655 to the winning horse The second to receive £18127, the third £9067, the fourth £4530, the fifth £2265 and the sixth £1132. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107; such horses rated 80 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £375 stake if the horse is rated 81 or higher, or £75 stake if the horse is rated 80 or lower with £300 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 25th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after July 20th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of SKY BET The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code 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 at £375. - Closed July 22nd, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £30473; Second £15240; Third £7620; Fourth £3810; Fifth £1905; Sixth £953 Penalty Value: £38655 SS For race details see page 41.
THIRD RACE 3.15 - The Sky Bet York Stakes (Class 1) (Group 2) (CLASS 1) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £76558 to the winning horse The second to receive £29025, the third £14526, the fourth £7236 and the fifth £3631. for three yrs old and upwards. Enter by noon, July 22nd and pay £1350 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 25th. Weights: 3-y-o colts and geldings 8st 13lb; fillies 8st 10lb 4-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 8lb; fillies 9st 5lb Penalties, after 2023, a winner of a Group 2 race 3lb Of a Group 1 race 5lb SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of SKY BET The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code 10 entries at £1350. - Closed July 22nd, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £60156; Second £24692; Third £12353; Fourth £6170; Fifth £3092 Penalty Value: £76558.50 A SS For race details see page 53.
FOURTH RACE 4.00 - The Sky Bet Club EBF Fillies’ Novice Stakes (Class 3) (GBB Race) (CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £13500 to the winning horse The second to receive £6337, the third £3170 and the fourth £1585 for novice two yrs old fillies only, which are E.B.F eligible Enter by noon, July 22nd and pay £125 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 25th. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, a winner of a race 6lb Of 2 races 10lb (Sellers and Claimers excluded for the purposes of penalties). SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner THE EBF has also generously sponsored this race. The European Breeders’ Fund support 146 Flat races each year across Yorkshire; boosting prize money by over £450000 Each year, the British EBF contributes up to £2million to Flat and National Hunt racing nationwide 14 entries at £125 - Closed July 22nd, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £10668; Second £5333; Third £2668; Fourth £1333 Penalty Value: £13500 SS For race details see page 59.
FIFTH RACE 4.35 - The Sky Bet Prize Drop Stakes (Class 4 Handicap)
(CLASS 4) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £13085 to the winning horse The second to receive £6140, the third £3067, the fourth £1535 and the fifth £765. 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). £125 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £25 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £100 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 25th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 20th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 32 entries at £125 - Closed July 22nd, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £10323; Second £5163; Third £2580; Fourth £1290; Fifth £645 Penalty Value: £13085 SS For race details see page 63.
SIXTH RACE 5.10 - The Sky Bet, For the Fans Stakes (Class 3 Handicap)
(CLASS 3) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code £15702 to the winning horse The second to receive £7368, the third £3681, the fourth £1842 and the fifth £918. for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 76-95 (also open to such horses rated 96 and 97; such horses rated 75 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £150 stake if the horse is rated 76 or higher, or £30 stake if the horse is rated 75 or lower with £120 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 25th. Lowest weight: 4-y-o and up 8st 11lb; 3-y-o 8st 2lb Highest weight: 4-y-o and up 10st 2lb; 3-y-o 9st 5lb Penalties, after July 20th, 2024, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner NOTE: Three-year-old horses might not be able to receive the full weight-for-age allowance in this race. 16 entries at £150 - Closed July 22nd, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £12387; Second £6195; Third £3096; Fourth £1548; Fifth £774 Penalty Value: £15702 SS For race details see page 69.
SEVENTH RACE 5.40 - The Sky Bet Extra Places Every Day 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 three yrs old only, Rated 61-80 (also open to such horses rated 81 and 82; such horses rated 60 and below are also eligible - see Standard Conditions). £100 stake if the horse is rated 61 or higher, or £20 stake if the horse is rated 60 or lower with £80 extra if the horse is declared to run Declare by 10.00 a.m. July 25th. Lowest weight 8st 4lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after July 20th, 2024, for each race won 6lb SKY BET has generously sponsored this race and will present a memento to the winning owner 23 entries, 1 at £20 and 22 at £100 - Closed July 22nd, 2024 Owners Prize Money Winner £8464; Second £4233; Third £2116; Fourth £1058; Fifth £529 Penalty Value: £10729.70 SS For race details see page 73.
The Small Print
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 or a minimum of 30 minutes of music. - 50% refund.
c) thereafter - no refund applies.
Customers who pre-purchased the concert insurance policy will be eligible for a full refund in the event of no music performance. Refunds cannot be made on racedays. To obtain a refund, racegoers who purchased their admission on the day should send the ticket they were given on entrance with their full name and address to: York Racecourse, York, YO23 1EX within 30 days. Racegoers who booked in advance direct with the track and so paid by card will receive an automatic refund. A similar process will apply for those who paid in advance by cheque. Please visit the racecourse website www.yorkracecourse.co.uk for more information.
Alcohol And Public Order
The Racecourse takes its responsibilities under Licensing Laws very seriously and puts in place training and measures to exceed these obligations. Racegoers are urged to drink responsibly. Alcohol cannot be brought into the stands side enclosures. York Racecourse reserves the right to expel any person found to be drunk or behaving in a disorderly manner.
The “Challenge 25” initiative will be in operation to ensure that only those aged 18 and over are served with alcohol. Thank you for your support of this obligation.
Cameras
Please feel free to take a souvenir photo of your day. However we would remind you that the preparation and performance of the sport must be ensured, so please note:-
1. Kindly refrain from flash photography.
2. Avoid taking photos in restricted areas used by the sporting professionals i.e. Saddling Boxes, Stables, Unsaddling Boxes & Weighing Room.
3. Respect the privacy of others.
Cigarettes and e-cigarettes
The current smoking legislation regarding smoking in public places applies at the racecourse. The use of e-cigarettes is permitted, however they will be treated the same as tobacco products.
Common Courtesy/Entry Conditions
All persons visiting York Racecourse are admitted subject to Racecourse Regulations and the Rules of Racing. The Racecourse reserves the right to refuse admission or remove from the racecourse any person refusing to comply with the Rules and Regulations or whose presence is a source of danger or annoyance to others. A full set of entry rules can be viewed at www.yorkracecourse.co.uk.
Dogs
Racegoers are requested to leave their pets including all dogs at home. Guide and Assistance dogs are welcome.
First Aid
There are first aid posts in the Edwardian Weighing Room, other such buildings have been designated as isolation rooms, should they be required.
Dress Standards
Most racegoers like to make racing at York a special occasion and choose to dress accordingly. Gentlemen (and those identifying as such) in the County Stand are required to wear a jacket, collared shirt and tie. It has always been the case that shorts and t-shirts have been welcome in Grandstand and Paddock. All racegoers are reminded that the removal of shirts is not encouraged and that basic decency and not causing offence to fellow racegoers by clothing choices, is required. York Racecourse reserves the right to refuse or, to require anyone to leave who does not observe the above code.
Drugs
A zero tolerance policy on drug abuse is in force, be warned, North Yorkshire Police and our own team are watching with some canine help, sniffing.
Litter
Racegoers are requested to place all litter in the receptacles provided. If you do not need your racecard please place it in a bin as you leave the racecourse.
Noise
So that the horses have the best chance to perform and so your fellow racegoers have the opportunity to enjoy them please do not cause any distractions; the waving of flags or banners, use of radios or making of sudden noises are examples of things to avoid. Racegoers are reminded of Public Health England advice that shouting increases the risk of the spread of diseases, so to consider wearing your face covering when part of a cheering crowd.
Parade Ring
For safety reasons children under the age of twelve are not permitted into the Parade Ring or Unsaddling Enclosure.
Photo Finishes And Stewards’ Enquiries/Objections
In any race where Photo Finish has been called by the Judge, this information will be displayed on the Giant Screen. An announcement will also be broadcast. Race Results and Photographs will also be displayed on the York Racecourse television monitors.
Radios and Mobile Telephones
The use of all types of communication equipment is strictly controlled at all racecourses. Members of the public may not use two-way radios, scanning receivers etc., for any purpose at the racecourse.
Track Safety
For your own safety and the welfare of the horses, jockeys and stable staff please keep off the track. Anyone trespassing on the track: Will be liable to arrest and prosecution Will be ejected immediately Will be banned from all future York race meetings May face a nationwide racecourse ban.
Knavesmire Notes
Keep a note of any horses that catch your eye today. You never know, they may be future winners here at York.
SAFE JOURNEY OME…
Thank you for your support this year. If you have any comments, please email to feedback@yorkracecourse.co.uk
Please could we request that a special effort is made to respect our neighbours, with particular regard to noise in the surrounding streets. We look forward to welcoming you back again on Wednesday 21st August for the Sky Bet Ebor Festival, featuring the Sky Bet Great Voltigeur and the richest race of our year, the £1.25m Juddmonte International.
Please use the toilets on exit or as provided on the walking route to the city.
